Off-Road Vehicles(ORV) on city streets are being considered by the Deer Park City Council. A vote is scheduled by the council for the next meeting on May 3rd. The proposed ordinance aims to establish requirements and standards for the operation of Wheeled All-Terrain Vehicles(WATVs) on city streets and penalties for violations.
Money was the hot topic at the last city council meeting. The Council Chambers filled near capacity as many people wanted to be heard. The City Hall building and concerns about taxes were frequently mentioned. Traffic and modes of transport were also discussed.
City Hall has not seen substantial modifications in many years. Two possible plans or the option of doing nothing have been in discussion. However, the big question remains, what is the value of history?
Watch a video of a tour of the historic Deer Park City Hall. Because the third floor was unsafe to tour we included photos and descriptions from Councilman Caleb Stapp.
Council approved accepting Covid funds for use in water upgrades. The City Hall Task Force provided a tour and outlined the next steps. Discussion about improving the visual appearance of the city arose throughout the meeting.
The city council reversed direction on the Splash Pad. However, the city ordinances continue to restrict residents on issues of using their land to create housing options or temporary stay alternatives along with raising chickens.
The City’s Golf course, impacted by inflation, raises prices as a result. Public input was heard regarding the amended budget for the Splash Pad.
Recently appointed David Campanella is now serving as the director of Deer Park Ambulance. David is leading the organization through a reorganization with an emphasis on community and transparency following the termination of the contract by Spokane County Fire District #4 (SCFD#4).
Boy Scouts from Troop 203 attended the city council meeting. The budget for the splash pad has started the approval process. The city is working toward building and technology improvements. Citizen comments ranged from law enforcement to chickens
House Fire & Fatality in Deer Park home across from City Hall. Avoid Stevens & A Street as fire response is still in progress.