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November 20, 2009
Notice of Canceled Covington Economic Development Council Meeting
November 26, 2009
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Covington Economic Development Council meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 26, 2009, at 6:30 p.m. has been canceled due to the Thanksgiving holiday. For further information contact Economic Development Manager Shalini Bansal at sbansal@ci.covington.wa.us or 253-638-1110, ext. 3278.
November 18, 2009
Notice of City Council Special Study Session
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 6:00 p.m.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Covington City Council will hold a Special Study Session on November 24, 2009, commencing at 6:00 p.m., at the Covington City Council Chambers located at 16720 SE 271st Street, Covington, WA. The purpose of the meeting will be to continue discussion on the 2009 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Covington City Council Regular Meeting will follow the Special Study Session, commencing at approximately 7:00 p.m. Agenda information for both the Special Study Session and the Regular Meeting will be posted the Friday prior to the scheduled meetings at Covington City Hall, Covington Council Chambers, Covington Library, and the City's web site: www.ci.covington.wa.us. For further information, please contact the Covington City Clerk at (253) 638-1110, ext. 2225.
November 18, 2009
Covington City Hall Closed Thursday & Friday, November 26 & 27, 2009
Covington City Hall will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27, 2009 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Covington City Hall will resume regular business hours on Monday, November 30, 2009.
November 17, 2009
Notice of Passed Ordinance at November 10, 2009 City Council Meeting
Ordinance 17-09
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the City of Covington, King County, Washington amending the Table of Permitted Uses for the DN3 zone as set forth in Section 18.25.105 of the Covington Municipal Code, and Repealing the Zoning Moratorium for the DN3 District as adopted in Ordinance No. 08-09. (Amending Ord. Nos. 32-05, 14-08, 18-08, 32-08, 08-09)
Passed by the City Council of Covington, Washington, at the City Council meeting of November 10, 2009 to take effect five days after publication.
The full text of this ordinance can be obtained by clicking the link below.
November 17, 2009
Notice of Canceled Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at 6:30 p.m. has been canceled. The next scheduled Parks & Recreation Commission meeting will be a Special Meeting held on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, at 6:30 p.m.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the meeting will be at Covington City Hall Council Chambers, 16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100, Covington. Agendas will be posted the Friday before the meeting at City Hall and on our website, www.ci.covington.wa.us. For further information, please contact Parks & Recreation Director Scott Thomas at (253) 638-1110, ext. 3279.
November 13, 2009
Notice of Public Hearings-DN6 Downtown Interim Zoning Controls & Annual Comp Plan Amendment Process
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Covington City Council will hold Public Hearings, at its Regular Meeting scheduled to take place on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., to be held in the Council Chambers at Covington City Hall, 16720 S.E. 271st Street, Covington, WA.
The purpose of the Public Hearings are to receive comments from the public, regarding the Covington City Council's discussion of a potential extension of the Downtown Interim Zoning Controls in the DN6 District and Consideration of a Proposed Ordinance Adopting New Findings and Conclusions Regarding Such Extension of Interim Zoning Controls in the DN6 Zoning District last Adopted on June 10, 2009, and set to expire on December 10, 2009 and regarding proposed changes to the Covington Comprehensive Plan, as part of the 2009 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docketing Process, CMC Title 14.25.
After the public hearing, the Council will deliberate and make changes to the Covington Comprehensive Plan by adopting, modifying, amending, deferring or denying proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments.
All persons desiring to provide written comment may do so in writing to Planning Manager, Richard Hart, at 16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100, Covington, Washington, 98042 by Monday, November, 23, 2009, at 5:00 p.m. or by appearing at the public hearing.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that agenda information will be posted the Friday prior to the above meeting at Covington City Hall, Covington Council Chambers, Covington Library, and the City's web site: www.ci.covington.wa.us. For further information, please contact the Covington City Clerk at (253) 638-1110, ext. 2225.
November 12, 2009
Comp Plan Amendments Ready for Approval by Council
Public hearing set for Tuesday, November 24 meeting.
The Covington City Council has scheduled a public hearing on Tuesday, Nov. 24, at the regular Council Meeting that begins at 7 p.m. The hearing is in regards to seven separate proposed comprehensive plan amendments that are part of the 2009 annual comprehensive plan amendment and update process.
Many of these comprehensive plan amendments were proposed as a result of the recently completed downtown plan and zoning study that has been underway for the past nine months. These recommendations for changes in policies have now been completed and incorporated into the city's proposed comprehensive plan amendments.
City officials stated at this time there are no specific zoning district changes to the development standards for any of the DN1 through DN10 zoning district classifications. The new zoning and design regulations for all of the DN zoning districts will be written next year and there will be multiple opportunities for public review and comment during the first six months of 2010.
Visit the city Web site to read and obtain copies of the Final Downtown Plan and Zoning Study and find out more information about the proposed amendments. Written comments for City Council to consider are due by 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, and in-person comments can be made at the hearing. For questions or to provide written comments contact Richard Hart, planning manager, 253-638-1110 Ext. 2226 at rhart@ci.covington.wa.us.
November 12, 2009
City Council Notice of Final Public Hearing Re 2010 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budget
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 2010 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budget has been placed on file with the City Clerk and is available for review at Covington City Hall and the Covington Library. The public is encouraged to attend budget hearings and provide written or verbal testimony on any provisions of the proposed CY2010 Budget.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a Final Public Hearing on the 2010 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budget will be held at the City Council meeting of Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located at Covington City Hall, 16720 SE 271st Street, Covington.
All persons desiring to comment may do so in writing to the City Clerk at 16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100, Covington, Washington, 98042 or by appearing at the Preliminary and/or Final Public Hearings. Copies of the 2010 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budget are available for inspection and copying at Covington City Hall.
Agenda information will be posted the Friday prior to the above meeting at Covington City Hall, Covington Council Chambers, Covington Library, and the City's web site: www.ci.covington.wa.us. For further information, please contact the Covington City Clerk at (253) 638-1110, ext. 2225.
November 10, 2009
Notice of Planning Commission Cancelled Meetings
November 19, December 3, and December 17, 2009
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission meetings scheduled for Thursday, November 19, 2009; Thursday, December 3, 2009; and Thursday, December 17, 2009, at 6:30 p.m. are cancelled.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the next Planning Commission Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 7, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. at the Covington City Council Chambers located at 16720 SE 271st Street, Covington, WA.
October 14, 2009
Flood, Flu and FAQ
New Web alert function on City Web site
The City of Covington has launched an alert system and emergency preparedness page on the web to address those concerns.
Although not in the flood zone, concerned Covington residents are calling and writing the City to ask questions that they have been unable to find answers for through their own research. Most common questions include: Are we in the danger zone? Do we need flood insurance? What will happen to the city when it floods?
Click the link for full details.
May 14, 2009
City Becomes a Fan of Facebook
City Creates New Facbook Page to Keep in Touch With More Residents
The City of Covington has created its own Facebook page in an effort to reach more residents and people interested in the events, opportunities and happenings in the City.
You can view the City's new Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Covington-WA/City-of-Covington-WA-Official/97022597428 or by searching Facebook for "City of Covington, WA". If you are a Facebook member, you can become a fan of the City's page and keep up-to-date with information and wall posts.
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