2025/11/05 Council Agenda Packet

City Council Agenda Item Cover Sheet Project title: Interlocal Agreement between City of Everett and City of Lake Stevens regarding Everett’s Water Transmission Line Corridor within Lake Stevens. Council Bill # Project: Water Transmission Line Corridor; Interlocal Agreement Partner/Supplier: City of Lake Stevens Location: Everett Water Transmission Line corridor within Lake Stevens Preceding action: n/a Fund: n/a Agenda dates requested: Briefing Proposed action Consent 11/5/25 Action Ordinance Public hearing Yes x No Budget amendment: Yes x No PowerPoint presentation: Yes x No Attachments: ILA Department(s) involved: Public Works Contact person: Ryan Sass Phone number: (425) 257-8942 Email: rsass@everettwa.gov Initialed by: RLS Department head Administration Council President Project summary statement: The City of Everett worked in coordination with the City of Lake Stevens to develop this Interlocal Agreement (ILA) focused on land use and permitting along the Everett Water Transmission Line corridor. This agreement will support effective management and long- term protections of the regional water supply infrastructure while allowing for continued development along the corridor. Everett’s regional water system is of regional importance, supplying water to 75% of Snohomish County. As development continues to increase on the 20th Street Corridor, coordinated interagency planning has become essential to ensure that growth is managed in a way that does not compromise the integrity of the water transmission line infrastructure. The ILA establishes clear guidance regarding allowable public and private developments within and adjacent to the water transmission lines corridor. It reinforces the importance of early collaboration between the two municipalities to identify and address potential impacts to the water transmission system in the early stages of the development process. This agreement represents a mutual commitment between both municipalities to protect the regional water supply while supporting continued development. It provides a framework for consistent communication and cooperation, ensuring that both infrastructure protection and community growth can advance in alignment. The Interlocal Agreement between City of Everett and City of Lake Stevens regarding Everett’s Water Transmission Line Corridor was approved by Lake Stevens City Council on October 14, 2025. Recommendation (exact action requested of Council): Authorize the Mayor to sign the Interlocal Agreement between City of Everett and City of Lake Stevens regarding the Everett Water Transmission Line Corridor.