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Mountlake Terrace City Council Work Session - July 9, 2026
Published: Jul 9, 2026
City Council Reviews Zoning and Development Agreement for Terrace Station 5 Multifamily Project
The City Council reviewed a proposal for a zoning map amendment and a development agreement for Terrace Station 5. The zoning map amendment aims to align zoning designations with the comprehensive plan, changing zones like RS4800 to Neighborhood Mixed Use and Freeway Tourist District to Gateway Mixed Use. The development agreement specifically pertains to Lot 2, allowing for a multifamily residential project with 65 units, maxing out at six stories, and incorporating shared open space. The agreement outlines conditions and standards for the development, borrowing from Town Center zoning for dimensional and design standards, and includes provisions for parking reductions through Transportation Demand Management (TDM) programs. Public improvements such as frontage improvements and a traffic impact analysis are also required. The council discussed the need for the development agreement due to the city's pending adoption of updated zoning codes that will implement the comprehensive plan. The project is slated for a vote next week.
Residents Raise Fire Risk and RV Parking Concerns During Public Comment
During the public comment period, residents raised concerns about fire risk due to overgrown vegetation in Ballinger Park and the inadequacy of current ordinances and enforcement regarding RV parking. One resident detailed how an RV had been parked for eight days, blocking their driveway and creating a safety hazard. Another resident highlighted the fire risk in Ballinger Park due to waist-high grass, especially after a recent house fire nearby and referencing past fires caused by electrical equipment in overgrown areas. Residents urged the city to address mowing schedules and implement regular maintenance for public safety and fire prevention. The council acknowledged these concerns and noted that staff would follow up.
City Council Reviews Interlocal Agreement for Respite Care Services
The Parks and Recreation Director presented an interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) for respite care services. This agreement allows qualifying clients with developmental disabilities to participate in various recreation activities at the Recreation Pavilion, including camps, dance classes, and swim programs. DSHS reimburses the city for program attendance, covering 100% of the city's fee schedule. The new three-year contract begins August 1st, 2026, and ends July 31st, 2029. Last year, the program subsidized respite care recreation for approximately 10 local youth and young adults, reimbursing the city about $3,600. The program is considered small but provides a needed service. The council was recommended to place this item on the consent calendar for the next meeting.
City Council Reviews Proposed Amendments to 2026 Budget
The City Council reviewed proposed amendments to the 2026 budget. The primary modifications involve shifting capital project costs from 2025 to 2026 because projects were not completed as initially forecast. Additionally, beginning cash balances for 2026 are being updated to reflect actual figures from 2025. Specific fund updates include a $3.3 million increase to the General Fund's beginning balance due to higher-than-forecasted revenue and lower-than-anticipated expenditures, with an additional $23,000 requested for a branding project. Other funds like Solid Waste, Street, Parks Capital Improvement, REIT, Sewer Utility, Stormwater, and Fleet Management also have adjustments related to vehicle purchases, cash flow, project timing, and grant revenue matching. The council was recommended to authorize these amendments and place them on the consent agenda for the next meeting.
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