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Council approves settlement agreement with QMC and neighbor David Grampa; city attorney says no monetary obligations for city
Summary
Council authorized the mayor to execute Resolution 1883, approving a settlement agreement between developer QMC (referenced as Quartera/QMC) and neighboring property owner David Grampa; City Attorney Joanna reported the settlement contains no monetary terms for the city and recommended approval after a brief executive session.
City Attorney Joanna summarized a proposed settlement agreement to resolve appeals related to a mixed‑use project by QMC (referenced in the transcript as Quartera/QMC) and appeals by neighboring property owners, including David Grampa. Joanna said the city participated in negotiations, the developer and Mr. Grampa had signed the agreement and that the settlement contains no monetary commitments by the city; she recommended that the council approve the resolution and authorize the mayor to execute the agreement.
"I am happy to report that, QMC, Cortera, and mister Grampa have reached that agreement in that matter today, and both have signed the agreement," Joanna said, describing the status of the appeal and noting city staff’s review. The mayor then convened a 10‑minute executive session under RCW 42.31.110(1)(i) to allow council to consult with legal counsel on litigation. After returning, the council moved to approve Resolution 1883 and unanimously authorized the mayor to execute the settlement agreement on behalf of the city; the motion passed by voice vote as recorded in the transcript.
Joanna emphasized the settlement terms she had reviewed do not impose monetary obligations on the city and that approval would allow the city to execute the agreement. The transcript includes the resolution title as read by the clerk listing parties including QSPE/Ennequois Holdings LLC and David Grampa.
