City council reviews transportation plan

MEDICAL LAKE — During the June 4 City Council meeting, City Manager Sonny Weathers presented the draft six-year Transportation Improvement Plan.

The plan, required by Revised Code of Washington 35.77.010, is designed to address transportation needs, including roadway, pedestrian and public transit enhancements.

Weathers said the transportation plan must align with the city’s comprehensive plan and be adopted by July 1, with the finalized document submitted to the state secretary of transportation within 30 days of adoption.

A significant portion of Medical Lake’s downtown streets were identifi...