SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUNCIL
Snohomish County, Washington
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Snohomish County Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. and continuing thereafter as necessary, in the 1st Floor Public Meeting Room, Robert J. Drewel Building (County Administration Building East) 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, Washington, to consider the planning commission recommendations and proposed Ordinance No. 08-045, an ordinance relating to the Growth Management Act, adopting a Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment to the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map amendment. At the hearing, council may also consider alternatives/amendments to the proposed ordinance.
Background: This ordinance would adopt a Future Land Use Map amendment to the county’s Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan and implementing rezone and amendment of the zoning map, as part of Docket XII. The proposal by Hillis and Smokey Point Concrete (MRO 6) is to add the Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) to 44.04 acres in the Arlington area north of Cicero and rezone a 34.13 acre portion of the site from A-10 to Forestry. The planning commission recommended that the county council approve the Future Land Use Map amendment and rezone.
A summary of the proposed ordinance is as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 08-045
RELATING TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (GMACP) TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO MAP 2, MINERAL RESOURCE LANDS, MINERAL RESOURCE OVERLAY (MRO 6 HILLIS AND SMOKEY POINT CONCRETE)
Section 1. States proposed findings including, but not limited to: The proposal by Hillis and Smokey Point Concrete (MRO 6) is to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by adding 44.04 acres to the MRO in the Arlington area and changing the zoning on 34.13 acres of the proposal site from A-10 to Forestry. SEPA review and compliance; consistency with the GMA and the countywide planning policies; how the revisions to the Future Land Use Map (FLU) are consistent with the forecasted population and employment growth for the succeeding 20-year period, consistent with the forecast promulgated by the state Office of Financial Management. Sets forth and identifies how the proposed FLU Map amendment and rezone are consistent with respective provisions of the county’s comprehensive plan and countywide planning policies (CPPs).
Section 2. States conclusions, based on the findings of facts and on the entire record of testimony and exhibits, including, but not limited to: The proposal by Hillis and Smokey Point Concrete (MRO 6) to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by adding 44.04 acres to the MRO located northeast of Arlington, 3/4 of a mile north of the intersection of Hillis Road and SR 530 and north of Grant Creek Road and changing the zoning for 34.13 acres of the site from A-10 to Forestry, more closely meets the goals, objectives and policies of the of the GPP than the existing plan. The proposed GMACP map amendment and zoning map amendment are consistent with the final review and evaluation criteria of chapter 30.74 SCC. The amendments are consistent with the GMA requirement that the comprehensive plan of a county or city be an internally consistent document (RCW 36.70A.070). The amendments to the GMACP satisfy the procedural and substantive requirements of the GMA. The amendments maintain the GMACP’s consistency with the CPPs for Snohomish County. The county has met the state and local requirements for public participation and interjurisdictional coordination. The proposed amendments meet the goals, objectives and policies of the GMACP as discussed in the specific findings. All SEPA requirements with respect to this non-project action have been satisfied. The County complied with state and local public participation requirements under the GMA and chapter 30.73 SCC.
Section 3. States that the county council bases its findings and conclusions on the entire record of the county council, including all testimony and exhibits. Any finding, which should be deemed a conclusion, and any conclusion which should be deemed a finding, is hereby adopted as such.
Section 4. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan ––— General Policy Plan Future Land Use Map last amended by Ordinance No. 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit A to this ordinance which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit A are available upon request in the office of the county council.
Section 5. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the area-wide zoning map, last amended by Ordinance No. 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit B to this ordinance, which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit B are available upon request in the office of the county council.
Section 6. The county council directs the code reviser to update SCC 30.10.060 pursuant to the authority in SCC 1.02.020(3) upon adoption of this ordinance.
Section 7. Contains a severability and savings clause.
State Environmental Policy Act: To comply with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) on this proposal, a draft supplemental environmental impact statement (DSEIS) to the EIS issued for the 2005 Snohomish County GMACP 10-Year Update was issued on December 26, 2007, for the proposed amendments. A Final SEIS, including response to comments on the DSEIS, was prepared following the 30-day comment period and was issued on April 1, 2008. The purpose of the SEIS was to analyze potential significant adverse environmental impacts of the proposals and any alternatives that were not previously identified in the EIS and to provide supplemental analysis and information relating to the proposed map and text amendments.
Where to Get Copies of the Proposed Ordinance: Copies of the full text of the ordinance, SEPA documentation, and other background material are available in the office of the County Council. They may be obtained by calling (425) 388-3494, 1-(800) 562-4367 x3494, TDD (425) 388-3700 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us. Copies may be picked up at the Council office at 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, WA or will be mailed upon request.
Website Access: The ordinance and some background material can also be accessed through the County Council’s internet website at: www.snoco.org/departments/council (click on Docket XII).
Range of Possible Actions the County Council May Take on These Proposals: At the conclusion of its public hearing(s) the County Council may make one of the following decisions regarding the proposed actions: (1) adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (2) adopt an amended version of the Planning Commission recommendations; (3) decline to adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (4) remand in whole or in part to the Planning Commission for further consideration; (5) adopt one or more of the alternatives that were not recommended by the Planning Commission or amended versions of those proposed alternative ordinances; (6) adopt such other proposals as were considered by the Council at its own hearing; or (7) take any other action permitted by law.
Public Testimony: At the time and place indicated above, the County Council will be accepting public testimony. The County Council may continue the hearing to another date to allow additional public testimony thereafter, if deemed necessary. The Chair of the Council may choose to limit testimony to three minutes in the interest of accommodating all persons wishing to testify. Written testimony is encouraged and may be sent to the office of the County Council at the following address: Snohomish County Council, 3000 Rockefeller MS – 609, Everett, WA 98201. Faxed documents may be sent to 425-388-3496 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us
Party of Record: You may become a party of record on this matter by sending a written request to the clerk of the county council at the above address, testifying at the public hearing, or entering your name and address on a register provided for that purpose at the public hearing.
American Disabilities Act Notice: Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please make arrangements one week prior to the hearing by calling Sheila McCallister at 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 X3494, or TDD No. 388-3700.
Dated this 10th day of April, 2008.Mike Cooper, Vice-Chair
ATTEST: Sheila McCallister
Asst. Clerk of the Council
Published: April 16 and 23, 2008.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUNCIL
Snohomish County, Washington
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Snohomish County Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. and continuing thereafter as necessary, in the 1st Floor Public Meeting Room, Robert J. Drewel Building (County Administration Building East), 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, Washington, to consider the planning commission recommendations and proposed Ordinance No. 08-043, an ordinance relating to the Growth Management Act, adopting a Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment to the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan. At the hearing, council may also consider alternatives/amendments to the proposed ordinance.
Background: This ordinance would adopt a Future Land Use Map amendment to the county’s Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan, as part of Docket XII. The proposal by Stillaguamish Resources, LLC and Miller Shingle (MRO 4) is to add the Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) to 48.21 acres in the Arlington area. The planning commission recommended that the county council approve the Future Land Use Map amendment.
A summary of the proposed ordinance is as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 08-043
RELATING TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (GMACP) TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO MAP 2, MINERAL RESOURCE LANDS, MINERAL RESOURCE OVERLAY (MRO 4 STILLAGUAMISH RESOURCES, LLC AND MILLER SHINGLE)
Section 1. States proposed findings including, but not limited to: The proposal by Stillaguamish Resources, LLC and Miller Shingle (MRO 4) is to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Lands, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by adding 48.21 acres to the MRO and is located in the Arlington area on State Route 9, Mile Post #21.42. SEPA review and compliance; consistency with the GMA and the countywide planning policies; how the revision to the Future Land Use Map (FLU) is consistent with the forecasted population and employment growth for the succeeding 20-year period, consistent with the forecast promulgated by the state Office of Financial Management; and setting forth and identifying how the proposed FLU Map amendment is consistent with respective provisions of the county’s comprehensive plan and countywide planning policies (CPPs).
Section 2. States conclusions, based on the findings of facts and on the entire record of testimony and exhibits, including, but not limited to: The proposal by Stillaguamish Resources, LLC and Miller Shingle (MRO 4) to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Lands, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by adding 48.21 acres to the MRO located in the Arlington area on State Route 9, Mile Post #21.42 on the east side more closely meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GPP than the existing plan designation. The proposed GMACP map amendment is consistent with the final review and evaluation criteria of chapter 30.74 SCC. The amendment is consistent with the GMA requirement that the comprehensive plan of a county or city be an internally consistent document (RCW 36.70A.070). The amendment to the GMACP satisfies the procedural and substantive requirements of the GMA. The amendment maintains the GMACP’s consistency with the CPPs for Snohomish County. The county has met the state and local requirements for public participation and interjurisdictional coordination. The proposed amendment meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GMACP as discussed in the specific findings. All SEPA requirements with respect to this non-project action have been satisfied. The County complied with state and local public participation requirements under the GMA and chapter 30.73 SCC.
Section 3. States that the findings and conclusions are based on the entire record of the planning commission and the county council, including all testimony and exhibits.
Section 4. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan – General Policy Plan Future Land Use Map last amended by Ordinance 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit A to this ordinance which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit A are available upon request in the office of the county council.
Section 5. The county council directs the code reviser to update SCC 30.10.060 pursuant to the authority in SCC 1.02.020(3) upon adoption of this ordinance.
Section 6. Contains a severability and savings clause.
State Environmental Policy Act: To comply with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) on this proposal, a draft supplemental environmental impact statement (DSEIS) to the EIS issued for the 2005 Snohomish County GMACP 10-Year Update was issued on December 26, 2007, for the proposed amendments. A Final SEIS, including response to comments on the DSEIS, was prepared following the 30-day comment period and was issued on April 1, 2008. The purpose of the SEIS was to analyze potential significant adverse environmental impacts of the proposals and any alternatives that were not previously identified in the EIS and to provide supplemental analysis and information relating to the proposed map and text amendments.
Where to Get Copies of the Proposed Ordinance: Copies of the full text of the ordinance, SEPA documentation, and other background material are available in the office of the County Council. They may be obtained by calling 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 x3494, TDD 425-388-3700 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us. Copies may be picked up at the Council office at 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, WA or will be mailed upon request.
Website Access: The ordinance and some background material can also be accessed through the County Council’s internet website at: www.snoco.org/departments/council (click on Docket XII).
Range of Possible Actions the County Council May Take on These Proposals: At the conclusion of its public hearing(s) the County Council may make one of the following decisions regarding the proposed actions: (1) adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (2) adopt an amended version of the Planning Commission recommendations; (3) decline to adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (4) remand in whole or in part to the Planning Commission for further consideration; (5) adopt one or more of the alternatives that were not recommended by the Planning Commission or amended versions of those proposed alternative ordinances; (6) adopt such other proposals as were considered by the Council at its own hearing; or (7) take any other action permitted by law.
Public Testimony: At the time and place indicated above, the County Council will be accepting public testimony. The County Council may continue the hearing to another date to allow additional public testimony thereafter, if deemed necessary. The Chair of the Council may choose to limit testimony to three minutes in the interest of accommodating all persons wishing to testify. Written testimony is encouraged and may be sent to the office of the County Council at the following address: Snohomish County Council, 3000 Rockefeller MS – 609, Everett, WA 98201. Faxed documents may be sent to 425-388-3496 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us
Party of Record: You may become a party of record on this matter by sending a written request to the clerk of the county council at the above address, testifying at the public hearing, or entering your name and address on a register provided for that purpose at the public hearing.
American Disabilities Act Notice: Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please make arrangements one week prior to the hearing by calling Sheila McCallister at 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 X3494, or TDD No. 388-3700.
Dated this 10th day of April, 2008.
Mike Cooper, Vice-Chair
ATTEST: Sheila McCallister
Asst. Clerk of the Council
Published: April 16, 2008.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUNCIL
Snohomish County, Washington
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Snohomish County Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. and continuing thereafter as necessary, in the 1st Floor Public Meeting Room, Robert J. Drewel Building (County Administration Building East), 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, Washington, to consider the planning commission recommendations and proposed Ordinance No. 08-040, an ordinance relating to the Growth Management Act, adopting a Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment to the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan. At the hearing, council may also consider alternatives/amendments to the proposed ordinance.
Background: This ordinance would adopt a Future Land Use Map amendment to the county’s Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan, as part of Docket XII. The proposal by the Halverson Family L. Partnership (MRO 1) is to remove the Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) from 30.09 acres in the Arlington area. The planning commission recommended that the county council approve the Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment.
A summary of the proposed ordinance is as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 08-040
RELATING TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (GMACP) TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO MAP 2, MINERAL RESOURCE LANDS, MINERAL RESOURCE OVERLAY (MRO 1 HALVERSON FAMILY L. PARTNERSHIP)
Section 1. States proposed findings including, but not limited to: The proposal is to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by removing 30.09 acres from the MRO in the Arlington area. SEPA review and compliance; consistency with the GMA and the countywide planning policies; how the revision to the Future Land Use Map (FLU) is consistent with the forecasted population and employment growth for the succeeding 20-year period, consistency with the forecast promulgated by the state Office of Financial Management; and setting forth and identifying how the proposed FLU Map amendment is consistent with respective provisions of the county’s comprehensive plan and countywide planning policies (CPPs).
Section 2. States conclusions, based on the findings of facts and on the entire record of testimony and exhibits, including, but not limited to: The proposal by Halverson Family Limited Partnership (MRO 1) to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by removing 30.09 acres from the MRO located in the vicinity of Arlington at 14011 Jordan Road, between Arlington and Granite Falls at the intersection of Jordan and Trangen Roads more closely meets the goals, objectives and policies of the General Policy Plan (GPP) than the existing plan designation. The proposed GMACP map amendment is consistent with the final review and evaluation criteria of chapter 30.74 Snohomish County Code (SCC). The amendment is consistent with the GMA requirement that the comprehensive plan of a county or city be an internally consistent document (RCW 36.70A.070). The amendment to the GMACP satisfies the procedural and substantive requirements of the GMA. The amendment maintains the GMACP’s consistency with County’s CPPs. The county has met the state and local requirements for public participation and interjurisdictional coordination. The proposed amendment meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GMACP as discussed in the specific findings. All SEPA requirements with respect to this non-project action have been satisfied. The County complied with state and local public participation requirements under the GMA and chapter 30.73 SCC.
Section 3. States that the findings and conclusions are based on the entire record of the planning commission and county council, including all testimony and exhibits. Any finding, which should be deemed a conclusion, and any conclusion which should be deemed a finding, is hereby adopted as such.
Section 4. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan – General Policy Plan Future Land Use Map last amended by Ordinance No. 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit A to this ordinance which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit A are available upon request in the office of the county council.
Section 5. The county council directs the Code Reviser to update SCC 30.10.060 pursuant to SCC 1.02.020(3).
Section 6. Contains a severability and savings clause.
State Environmental Policy Act: To comply with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) on this proposal, a Determination of Nonsignificance was issued on December 26, 2007, for the proposed amendments. PDS, as the lead agency, determined that these proposals do not have a probable, significant adverse impact on the environment. Copies of all applicable SEPA documents are available at the office of the county council.
Where to Get Copies of the Proposed Ordinance: Copies of the full text of the ordinance, SEPA documentation, and other background material are available in the office of the County Council. They may be obtained by calling 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 x3494, TDD 425-388-3700 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us. Copies may be picked up at the Council office at 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, WA or will be mailed upon request.
Website Access: The ordinance and some background material can also be accessed through the County Council’s internet website at: www.snoco.org/departments/council (click on Docket XII).
Range of Possible Actions the County Council May Take on These Proposals: At the conclusion of its public hearing(s) the County Council may make one of the following decisions regarding the proposed actions: (1) adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (2) adopt an amended version of the Planning Commission recommendations; (3) decline to adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (4) remand in whole or in part to the Planning Commission for further consideration; (5) adopt one or more of the alternatives that were not recommended by the Planning Commission or amended versions of those proposed alternative ordinances; (6) adopt such other proposals as were considered by the Council at its own hearing; or (7) take any other action permitted by law.
Public Testimony: At the time and place indicated above, the County Council will be accepting public testimony. The County Council may continue the hearing to another date to allow additional public testimony thereafter, if deemed necessary. The Chair of the Council may choose to limit testimony to three minutes in the interest of accommodating all persons wishing to testify. Written testimony is encouraged and may be sent to the office of the County Council at the following address: Snohomish County Council, 3000 Rockefeller MS – 609, Everett, WA 98201. Faxed documents may be sent to 425-388-3496 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us
Party of Record: You may become a party of record on this matter by sending a written request to the clerk of the county council at the above address, testifying at the public hearing, or entering your name and address on a register provided for that purpose at the public hearing.
American Disabilities Act Notice: Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please make arrangements one week prior to the hearing by calling Sheila McCallister at 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 X3494, or TDD No. 388-3700.
Dated this 10th day of April, 2008.
Mike Cooper, Vice-Chair
ATTEST: Sheila McCallister
Asst. Clerk of the Council
Published: April 16 and 23, 2008.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUNCIL
Snohomish County, Washington
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Snohomish County Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. and continuing thereafter as necessary, in the 1st Floor Public Meeting Room, Robert J. Drewel Building (County Administration Building East), 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, Washington, to consider the planning commission recommendations and proposed Ordinance No. 08-041, an ordinance relating to the Growth Management Act, adopting a Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment to the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan. At the hearing, council may also consider alternatives/amendments to the proposed ordinance.
Background: This ordinance would adopt a Future land Use Map amendment to the county’s Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan, as part of Docket XII. The proposal by JLS Development LLC (MRO 2) is to remove the Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) from 5.71 acres in the Arlington area. The planning commission recommended that the county council approve the Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment.
A summary of the proposed ordinance is as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 08-041
RELATING TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (GMACP) TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO MAP 2, MINERAL RESOURCE MAP, MINERAL RESOURCE OVERLAY (MRO 2 JLS DEVELOPMENT LLC)
Section 1. States proposed findings including, but not limited to: The proposal by JLS Development LLC (MRO 2) is to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by removing a total of 5.71 acres from the MRO which overlaps two parcels (320628-002-006-00, north parcel and 320628-001-005-00, south parcel) and is located northeast of Arlington, southeast of State Route 530 and Jim Creek Road intersection. SEPA review and compliance; consistency with the GMA and the countywide planning policies; how the revision to the Future Land Use Map (FLU) is consistent with the forecasted population and employment growth for the succeeding 20-year period, consistency with the forecast promulgated by the state Office of Financial Management; and setting forth and identifying how the proposed FLU Map amendment is consistent with respective provisions of the county’s comprehensive plan and countywide planning policies (CPPs).
Section 2. States conclusions, based on the findings of facts and on the entire record of testimony and exhibits, including, but not limited to: The proposal by JLS Development LLC (MRO 2) to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by removing 5.71 acres from the MRO located northeast of Arlington, southeast of State Route 530 and Jim Creek Road intersection more closely meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GPP than the existing plan designation. The proposed GMACP map amendment is consistent with the final review and evaluation criteria of chapter 30.74 Snohomish County Code (SCC). The amendment is consistent with the GMA requirement that the comprehensive plan of a county or city be an internally consistent document (RCW 36.70A.070). The amendment to the GMACP satisfies the procedural and substantive requirements of the GMA. The amendment maintains the GMACP’s consistency with the CPPs for Snohomish County. The county has met the state and local requirements for public participation and interjurisdictional coordination. The proposed amendment meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GMACP as discussed in the specific findings. All SEPA requirements with respect to this non-project action have been satisfied. The County complied with state and local public participation requirements under the GMA and chapter 30.73 SCC.
Section 3. States that the findings and conclusions are based on the entire record of the planning commission and county council, including all testimony and exhibits. Any finding, which should be deemed a conclusion, and any conclusion which should be deemed a finding, is hereby adopted as such.
Section 4. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan – General Policy Plan Future Land Use Map last amended by Ordinance No. 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit A to this ordinance which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit A are available upon request in the
office of the county council.
Section 5. The county council directs the code reviser to update SCC 30.10.060 pursuant to the authority in SCC 1.02.020(3) upon adoption of this ordinance.
Section 6. Contains a severability and savings clause.
State Environmental Policy Act: To comply with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) on this proposal, a Determination of Nonsignificance was issued on December 26, 2007, for the proposed amendments. PDS, as the lead agency, determined that these proposals do not have a probable, significant adverse impact on the environment.
Where to Get Copies of the Proposed Ordinance: Copies of the full text of the ordinance, SEPA documentation, and other background material are available in the office of the County Council. They may be obtained by calling 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 x3494, TDD 425-388-3700 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us. Copies may be picked up at the Council office at 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, WA or will be mailed upon request.
Website Access: The ordinance and some background material can also be accessed through the County Council’s internet website at: www.snoco.org/departments/council (click on Docket XII).
Range of Possible Actions the County Council May Take on These Proposals: At the conclusion of its public hearing(s) the County Council may make one of the following decisions regarding the proposed actions: (1) adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (2) adopt an amended version of the Planning Commission recommendations; (3) decline to adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (4) remand in whole or in part to the Planning Commission for further consideration; (5) adopt one or more of the alternatives that were not recommended by the Planning Commission or amended versions of those proposed alternative ordinances; (6) adopt such other proposals as were considered by the Council at its own hearing; or (7) take any other action permitted by law.
Public Testimony: At the time and place indicated above, the County Council will be accepting public testimony. The County Council may continue the hearing to another date to allow additional public testimony thereafter, if deemed necessary. The Chair of the Council may choose to limit testimony to three minutes in the interest of accommodating all persons wishing to testify. Written testimony is encouraged and may be sent to the office of the County Council at the following address: Snohomish County Council, 3000 Rockefeller MS – 609, Everett, WA 98201. Faxed documents may be sent to 425-388-3496 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us
Party of Record: You may become a party of record on this matter by sending a written request to the clerk of the county council at the above address, testifying at the public hearing, or entering your name and address on a register provided for that purpose at the public hearing.
American Disabilities Act Notice: Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please make arrangements one week prior to the hearing by calling Sheila McCallister at 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 X3494, or TDD No. 388-3700. Dated this 10th day of April, 2008.
Mike Cooper, Vice-Chair
ATTEST:
Sheila McCallister
Asst. Clerk of the Council
Published: April 16, 2008.
SUPERIOR COURT OF
WASHINGTON FOR
SNOHOMISH COUNTY
In the Matter of the Estate of
JOHN A. GRAY,
Deceased.
PROBATE NO. 08-4-00442-8
NONPROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
RCW 11.42.030
The notice agent named below has elected to give notice to creditors of the above-named decedent. As of the date of the filing of a copy of this notice with the court, the notice agent has no knowledge of any other person acting as notice agent or of the appointment of a personal representative of the decedent’s estate in the state of Washington. According to the records of the court as are available on the date of the filing of this notice with the court, a cause number regarding the decedent has not been issued to any other notice agent and a personal representative of the decedent’s estate has not been appointed.
Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.42.070 by serving on or mailing to the notice agent or the notice agent’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the notice agent served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.42.020(2)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.42.050 and 11.42.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.
DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: April 9, 2008.
The notice agent declares under penalty of perjury under the laws of the state of Washington under the date of March 20, 2008, in the city of Arlington, Washington that the foregoing is true and correct.
s/s JOANN C. GRAY Signature of Notice Agent
s/s TIMOTHY N. GRAY
Signature of Notice Agent
Notice Agent: Joann C. Gray and Timothy N. Gray
Attorney for Notice Agent:
David E. Duskin, WSBA #5598
Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188
22422 SR 9 NE
Arlington, WA 98223
Published: April 9, 16 and 23, 2008.
Public Hearing
The Darrington School District invites community input at a Public Hearing regarding ways to use money made available by Initiative 728, the measure that voters approved in November 2001 to divert more tax money to local schools.
Anyone interested may attend the Public Hearing at 5:45 p.m., April 24, 2008, in the Darrington High School Library.
Published: April 16 and 23, 2008.
SUPERIOR COURT OF
WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER
OF THE ESTATE OF:
DOROTHEA F. THOMAS, deceased
NO. 08-4-00463-1
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
RCW 11.40.030
THE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE NAMED BELOW has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in section 11 of this act and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.
DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: April 16, 2008
Deborah M. Holland,
Personal Representative
Attorney for Personal
Representative:
David E. Duskin, WSBA #5598
Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188
22422 S.R. 9 N.E. Arlington, WA 98223
Published:
April 16, 23 and 30, 2008.
SUMMARY OF
ORDINANCE ADOPTIONS
You are hereby notified that on April 7, 2008 the City Council of the City of Arlington, Washington, did adopt Ordinance No. 1449 entitled “An ordinance of the City of Arlington, Washington amending Arlington Municipal Code Chapter 20.40 (Table 20.40-3 of the land use code) relating to permissible locations for convenience stores.”
This ordinance is effective five days from its passage and publication.
The full text of the ordinance is available to interested persons and will be mailed upon request.
City of Arlington
Kathy Peterson, City Clerk
Published: April 16, 2008.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUNCIL
Snohomish County, Washington
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Snohomish County Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. and continuing thereafter as necessary, in the 1st Floor Public Meeting Room, Robert J. Drewel Building (County Administration Building East) 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, Washington, to consider the planning commission recommendations and proposed Ordinance No. 08-045, an ordinance relating to the Growth Management Act, adopting a Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment to the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map amendment. At the hearing, council may also consider alternatives/amendments to the proposed ordinance.
Background: This ordinance would adopt a Future Land Use Map amendment to the county’s Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan and implementing rezone and amendment of the zoning map, as part of Docket XII. The proposal by Hillis and Smokey Point Concrete (MRO 6) is to add the Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) to 44.04 acres in the Arlington area north of Cicero and rezone a 34.13 acre portion of the site from A-10 to Forestry. The planning commission recommended that the county council approve the Future Land Use Map amendment and rezone.
A summary of the proposed ordinance is as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 08-045
RELATING TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (GMACP) TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO MAP 2, MINERAL RESOURCE LANDS, MINERAL RESOURCE OVERLAY (MRO 6 HILLIS AND SMOKEY POINT CONCRETE)
Section 1. States proposed findings including, but not limited to: The proposal by Hillis and Smokey Point Concrete (MRO 6) is to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by adding 44.04 acres to the MRO in the Arlington area and changing the zoning on 34.13 acres of the proposal site from A-10 to Forestry. SEPA review and compliance; consistency with the GMA and the countywide planning policies; how the revisions to the Future Land Use Map (FLU) are consistent with the forecasted population and employment growth for the succeeding 20-year period, consistent with the forecast promulgated by the state Office of Financial Management. Sets forth and identifies how the proposed FLU Map amendment and rezone are consistent with respective provisions of the county’s comprehensive plan and countywide planning policies (CPPs).
Section 2. States conclusions, based on the findings of facts and on the entire record of testimony and exhibits, including, but not limited to: The proposal by Hillis and Smokey Point Concrete (MRO 6) to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by adding 44.04 acres to the MRO located northeast of Arlington, 3/4 of a mile north of the intersection of Hillis Road and SR 530 and north of Grant Creek Road and changing the zoning for 34.13 acres of the site from A-10 to Forestry, more closely meets the goals, objectives and policies of the of the GPP than the existing plan. The proposed GMACP map amendment and zoning map amendment are consistent with the final review and evaluation criteria of chapter 30.74 SCC. The amendments are consistent with the GMA requirement that the comprehensive plan of a county or city be an internally consistent document (RCW 36.70A.070). The amendments to the GMACP satisfy the procedural and substantive requirements of the GMA. The amendments maintain the GMACP’s consistency with the CPPs for Snohomish County. The county has met the state and local requirements for public participation and interjurisdictional coordination. The proposed amendments meet the goals, objectives and policies of the GMACP as discussed in the specific findings. All SEPA requirements with respect to this non-project action have been satisfied. The County complied with state and local public participation requirements under the GMA and chapter 30.73 SCC.
Section 3. States that the county council bases its findings and conclusions on the entire record of the county council, including all testimony and exhibits. Any finding, which should be deemed a conclusion, and any conclusion which should be deemed a finding, is hereby adopted as such.
Section 4. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan ––— General Policy Plan Future Land Use Map last amended by Ordinance No. 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit A to this ordinance which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit A are available upon request in the office of the county council.
Section 5. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the area-wide zoning map, last amended by Ordinance No. 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit B to this ordinance, which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit B are available upon request in the office of the county council.
Section 6. The county council directs the code reviser to update SCC 30.10.060 pursuant to the authority in SCC 1.02.020(3) upon adoption of this ordinance.
Section 7. Contains a severability and savings clause.
State Environmental Policy Act: To comply with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) on this proposal, a draft supplemental environmental impact statement (DSEIS) to the EIS issued for the 2005 Snohomish County GMACP 10-Year Update was issued on December 26, 2007, for the proposed amendments. A Final SEIS, including response to comments on the DSEIS, was prepared following the 30-day comment period and was issued on April 1, 2008. The purpose of the SEIS was to analyze potential significant adverse environmental impacts of the proposals and any alternatives that were not previously identified in the EIS and to provide supplemental analysis and information relating to the proposed map and text amendments.
Where to Get Copies of the Proposed Ordinance: Copies of the full text of the ordinance, SEPA documentation, and other background material are available in the office of the County Council. They may be obtained by calling (425) 388-3494, 1-(800) 562-4367 x3494, TDD (425) 388-3700 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us. Copies may be picked up at the Council office at 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, WA or will be mailed upon request.
Website Access: The ordinance and some background material can also be accessed through the County Council’s internet website at: www.snoco.org/departments/council (click on Docket XII).
Range of Possible Actions the County Council May Take on These Proposals: At the conclusion of its public hearing(s) the County Council may make one of the following decisions regarding the proposed actions: (1) adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (2) adopt an amended version of the Planning Commission recommendations; (3) decline to adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (4) remand in whole or in part to the Planning Commission for further consideration; (5) adopt one or more of the alternatives that were not recommended by the Planning Commission or amended versions of those proposed alternative ordinances; (6) adopt such other proposals as were considered by the Council at its own hearing; or (7) take any other action permitted by law.
Public Testimony: At the time and place indicated above, the County Council will be accepting public testimony. The County Council may continue the hearing to another date to allow additional public testimony thereafter, if deemed necessary. The Chair of the Council may choose to limit testimony to three minutes in the interest of accommodating all persons wishing to testify. Written testimony is encouraged and may be sent to the office of the County Council at the following address: Snohomish County Council, 3000 Rockefeller MS – 609, Everett, WA 98201. Faxed documents may be sent to 425-388-3496 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us
Party of Record: You may become a party of record on this matter by sending a written request to the clerk of the county council at the above address, testifying at the public hearing, or entering your name and address on a register provided for that purpose at the public hearing.
American Disabilities Act Notice: Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please make arrangements one week prior to the hearing by calling Sheila McCallister at 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 X3494, or TDD No. 388-3700.
Dated this 10th day of April, 2008.Mike Cooper, Vice-Chair
ATTEST: Sheila McCallister
Asst. Clerk of the Council
Published: April 16 and 23, 2008.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUNCIL
Snohomish County, Washington
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Snohomish County Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. and continuing thereafter as necessary, in the 1st Floor Public Meeting Room, Robert J. Drewel Building (County Administration Building East), 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, Washington, to consider the planning commission recommendations and proposed Ordinance No. 08-043, an ordinance relating to the Growth Management Act, adopting a Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment to the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan. At the hearing, council may also consider alternatives/amendments to the proposed ordinance.
Background: This ordinance would adopt a Future Land Use Map amendment to the county’s Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan, as part of Docket XII. The proposal by Stillaguamish Resources, LLC and Miller Shingle (MRO 4) is to add the Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) to 48.21 acres in the Arlington area. The planning commission recommended that the county council approve the Future Land Use Map amendment.
A summary of the proposed ordinance is as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 08-043
RELATING TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (GMACP) TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO MAP 2, MINERAL RESOURCE LANDS, MINERAL RESOURCE OVERLAY (MRO 4 STILLAGUAMISH RESOURCES, LLC AND MILLER SHINGLE)
Section 1. States proposed findings including, but not limited to: The proposal by Stillaguamish Resources, LLC and Miller Shingle (MRO 4) is to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Lands, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by adding 48.21 acres to the MRO and is located in the Arlington area on State Route 9, Mile Post #21.42. SEPA review and compliance; consistency with the GMA and the countywide planning policies; how the revision to the Future Land Use Map (FLU) is consistent with the forecasted population and employment growth for the succeeding 20-year period, consistent with the forecast promulgated by the state Office of Financial Management; and setting forth and identifying how the proposed FLU Map amendment is consistent with respective provisions of the county’s comprehensive plan and countywide planning policies (CPPs).
Section 2. States conclusions, based on the findings of facts and on the entire record of testimony and exhibits, including, but not limited to: The proposal by Stillaguamish Resources, LLC and Miller Shingle (MRO 4) to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Lands, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by adding 48.21 acres to the MRO located in the Arlington area on State Route 9, Mile Post #21.42 on the east side more closely meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GPP than the existing plan designation. The proposed GMACP map amendment is consistent with the final review and evaluation criteria of chapter 30.74 SCC. The amendment is consistent with the GMA requirement that the comprehensive plan of a county or city be an internally consistent document (RCW 36.70A.070). The amendment to the GMACP satisfies the procedural and substantive requirements of the GMA. The amendment maintains the GMACP’s consistency with the CPPs for Snohomish County. The county has met the state and local requirements for public participation and interjurisdictional coordination. The proposed amendment meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GMACP as discussed in the specific findings. All SEPA requirements with respect to this non-project action have been satisfied. The County complied with state and local public participation requirements under the GMA and chapter 30.73 SCC.
Section 3. States that the findings and conclusions are based on the entire record of the planning commission and the county council, including all testimony and exhibits.
Section 4. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan – General Policy Plan Future Land Use Map last amended by Ordinance 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit A to this ordinance which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit A are available upon request in the office of the county council.
Section 5. The county council directs the code reviser to update SCC 30.10.060 pursuant to the authority in SCC 1.02.020(3) upon adoption of this ordinance.
Section 6. Contains a severability and savings clause.
State Environmental Policy Act: To comply with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) on this proposal, a draft supplemental environmental impact statement (DSEIS) to the EIS issued for the 2005 Snohomish County GMACP 10-Year Update was issued on December 26, 2007, for the proposed amendments. A Final SEIS, including response to comments on the DSEIS, was prepared following the 30-day comment period and was issued on April 1, 2008. The purpose of the SEIS was to analyze potential significant adverse environmental impacts of the proposals and any alternatives that were not previously identified in the EIS and to provide supplemental analysis and information relating to the proposed map and text amendments.
Where to Get Copies of the Proposed Ordinance: Copies of the full text of the ordinance, SEPA documentation, and other background material are available in the office of the County Council. They may be obtained by calling 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 x3494, TDD 425-388-3700 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us. Copies may be picked up at the Council office at 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, WA or will be mailed upon request.
Website Access: The ordinance and some background material can also be accessed through the County Council’s internet website at: www.snoco.org/departments/council (click on Docket XII).
Range of Possible Actions the County Council May Take on These Proposals: At the conclusion of its public hearing(s) the County Council may make one of the following decisions regarding the proposed actions: (1) adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (2) adopt an amended version of the Planning Commission recommendations; (3) decline to adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (4) remand in whole or in part to the Planning Commission for further consideration; (5) adopt one or more of the alternatives that were not recommended by the Planning Commission or amended versions of those proposed alternative ordinances; (6) adopt such other proposals as were considered by the Council at its own hearing; or (7) take any other action permitted by law.
Public Testimony: At the time and place indicated above, the County Council will be accepting public testimony. The County Council may continue the hearing to another date to allow additional public testimony thereafter, if deemed necessary. The Chair of the Council may choose to limit testimony to three minutes in the interest of accommodating all persons wishing to testify. Written testimony is encouraged and may be sent to the office of the County Council at the following address: Snohomish County Council, 3000 Rockefeller MS – 609, Everett, WA 98201. Faxed documents may be sent to 425-388-3496 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us
Party of Record: You may become a party of record on this matter by sending a written request to the clerk of the county council at the above address, testifying at the public hearing, or entering your name and address on a register provided for that purpose at the public hearing.
American Disabilities Act Notice: Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please make arrangements one week prior to the hearing by calling Sheila McCallister at 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 X3494, or TDD No. 388-3700.
Dated this 10th day of April, 2008.
Mike Cooper, Vice-Chair
ATTEST: Sheila McCallister
Asst. Clerk of the Council
Published: April 16, 2008.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUNCIL
Snohomish County, Washington
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Snohomish County Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. and continuing thereafter as necessary, in the 1st Floor Public Meeting Room, Robert J. Drewel Building (County Administration Building East), 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, Washington, to consider the planning commission recommendations and proposed Ordinance No. 08-040, an ordinance relating to the Growth Management Act, adopting a Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment to the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan. At the hearing, council may also consider alternatives/amendments to the proposed ordinance.
Background: This ordinance would adopt a Future Land Use Map amendment to the county’s Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan, as part of Docket XII. The proposal by the Halverson Family L. Partnership (MRO 1) is to remove the Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) from 30.09 acres in the Arlington area. The planning commission recommended that the county council approve the Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment.
A summary of the proposed ordinance is as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 08-040
RELATING TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (GMACP) TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO MAP 2, MINERAL RESOURCE LANDS, MINERAL RESOURCE OVERLAY (MRO 1 HALVERSON FAMILY L. PARTNERSHIP)
Section 1. States proposed findings including, but not limited to: The proposal is to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by removing 30.09 acres from the MRO in the Arlington area. SEPA review and compliance; consistency with the GMA and the countywide planning policies; how the revision to the Future Land Use Map (FLU) is consistent with the forecasted population and employment growth for the succeeding 20-year period, consistency with the forecast promulgated by the state Office of Financial Management; and setting forth and identifying how the proposed FLU Map amendment is consistent with respective provisions of the county’s comprehensive plan and countywide planning policies (CPPs).
Section 2. States conclusions, based on the findings of facts and on the entire record of testimony and exhibits, including, but not limited to: The proposal by Halverson Family Limited Partnership (MRO 1) to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by removing 30.09 acres from the MRO located in the vicinity of Arlington at 14011 Jordan Road, between Arlington and Granite Falls at the intersection of Jordan and Trangen Roads more closely meets the goals, objectives and policies of the General Policy Plan (GPP) than the existing plan designation. The proposed GMACP map amendment is consistent with the final review and evaluation criteria of chapter 30.74 Snohomish County Code (SCC). The amendment is consistent with the GMA requirement that the comprehensive plan of a county or city be an internally consistent document (RCW 36.70A.070). The amendment to the GMACP satisfies the procedural and substantive requirements of the GMA. The amendment maintains the GMACP’s consistency with County’s CPPs. The county has met the state and local requirements for public participation and interjurisdictional coordination. The proposed amendment meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GMACP as discussed in the specific findings. All SEPA requirements with respect to this non-project action have been satisfied. The County complied with state and local public participation requirements under the GMA and chapter 30.73 SCC.
Section 3. States that the findings and conclusions are based on the entire record of the planning commission and county council, including all testimony and exhibits. Any finding, which should be deemed a conclusion, and any conclusion which should be deemed a finding, is hereby adopted as such.
Section 4. States that based on the foregoing findings and conclusions, the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan – General Policy Plan Future Land Use Map last amended by Ordinance No. 07-139, is amended as indicated in Exhibit A to this ordinance which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this ordinance as if set forth in full. Copies of Exhibit A are available upon request in the office of the county council.
Section 5. The county council directs the Code Reviser to update SCC 30.10.060 pursuant to SCC 1.02.020(3).
Section 6. Contains a severability and savings clause.
State Environmental Policy Act: To comply with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) on this proposal, a Determination of Nonsignificance was issued on December 26, 2007, for the proposed amendments. PDS, as the lead agency, determined that these proposals do not have a probable, significant adverse impact on the environment. Copies of all applicable SEPA documents are available at the office of the county council.
Where to Get Copies of the Proposed Ordinance: Copies of the full text of the ordinance, SEPA documentation, and other background material are available in the office of the County Council. They may be obtained by calling 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 x3494, TDD 425-388-3700 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us. Copies may be picked up at the Council office at 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, WA or will be mailed upon request.
Website Access: The ordinance and some background material can also be accessed through the County Council’s internet website at: www.snoco.org/departments/council (click on Docket XII).
Range of Possible Actions the County Council May Take on These Proposals: At the conclusion of its public hearing(s) the County Council may make one of the following decisions regarding the proposed actions: (1) adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (2) adopt an amended version of the Planning Commission recommendations; (3) decline to adopt the Planning Commission recommendations; (4) remand in whole or in part to the Planning Commission for further consideration; (5) adopt one or more of the alternatives that were not recommended by the Planning Commission or amended versions of those proposed alternative ordinances; (6) adopt such other proposals as were considered by the Council at its own hearing; or (7) take any other action permitted by law.
Public Testimony: At the time and place indicated above, the County Council will be accepting public testimony. The County Council may continue the hearing to another date to allow additional public testimony thereafter, if deemed necessary. The Chair of the Council may choose to limit testimony to three minutes in the interest of accommodating all persons wishing to testify. Written testimony is encouraged and may be sent to the office of the County Council at the following address: Snohomish County Council, 3000 Rockefeller MS – 609, Everett, WA 98201. Faxed documents may be sent to 425-388-3496 or E-mail to Contact.Council@co.snohomish.wa.us
Party of Record: You may become a party of record on this matter by sending a written request to the clerk of the county council at the above address, testifying at the public hearing, or entering your name and address on a register provided for that purpose at the public hearing.
American Disabilities Act Notice: Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please make arrangements one week prior to the hearing by calling Sheila McCallister at 425-388-3494, 1-800-562-4367 X3494, or TDD No. 388-3700.
Dated this 10th day of April, 2008.
Mike Cooper, Vice-Chair
ATTEST: Sheila McCallister
Asst. Clerk of the Council
Published: April 16 and 23, 2008.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY COUNCIL
Snohomish County, Washington
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Snohomish County Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. and continuing thereafter as necessary, in the 1st Floor Public Meeting Room, Robert J. Drewel Building (County Administration Building East), 3000 Rockefeller, Everett, Washington, to consider the planning commission recommendations and proposed Ordinance No. 08-041, an ordinance relating to the Growth Management Act, adopting a Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment to the Snohomish County GMA Comprehensive Plan. At the hearing, council may also consider alternatives/amendments to the proposed ordinance.
Background: This ordinance would adopt a Future land Use Map amendment to the county’s Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan, as part of Docket XII. The proposal by JLS Development LLC (MRO 2) is to remove the Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) from 5.71 acres in the Arlington area. The planning commission recommended that the county council approve the Future Land Use (FLU) Map amendment.
A summary of the proposed ordinance is as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 08-041
RELATING TO THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (GMACP) TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES TO MAP 2, MINERAL RESOURCE MAP, MINERAL RESOURCE OVERLAY (MRO 2 JLS DEVELOPMENT LLC)
Section 1. States proposed findings including, but not limited to: The proposal by JLS Development LLC (MRO 2) is to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by removing a total of 5.71 acres from the MRO which overlaps two parcels (320628-002-006-00, north parcel and 320628-001-005-00, south parcel) and is located northeast of Arlington, southeast of State Route 530 and Jim Creek Road intersection. SEPA review and compliance; consistency with the GMA and the countywide planning policies; how the revision to the Future Land Use Map (FLU) is consistent with the forecasted population and employment growth for the succeeding 20-year period, consistency with the forecast promulgated by the state Office of Financial Management; and setting forth and identifying how the proposed FLU Map amendment is consistent with respective provisions of the county’s comprehensive plan and countywide planning policies (CPPs).
Section 2. States conclusions, based on the findings of facts and on the entire record of testimony and exhibits, including, but not limited to: The proposal by JLS Development LLC (MRO 2) to amend Map 2, Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) of the GMA Comprehensive Plan by removing 5.71 acres from the MRO located northeast of Arlington, southeast of State Route 530 and Jim Creek Road intersection more closely meets the goals, objectives and policies of the GPP than the existing plan designation. The proposed GMACP map amendment is consistent with the final review and evaluation criteria of chapter 30.74 Snohomish County Code (SCC). The amendment is consistent with the GMA requirement that the comprehensive plan of a county or city be an internally consistent document (RCW 36.70A.070). The amendment to the GMACP satisfies the procedural and substantive requirements of the GMA. The amendment maintains the GMACP’s consistency with the CPPs for Snohomish County. The county has met the state and local requirements for public participa