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WA Rev Code § 35.72.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.72 - Contracts for Street, Road, and Highway Projects.|35.72.050 - Alternative financing methods—Participation in or creation of assessment reimbursement area by county, city, town, or department of transportation—Eligibility for reimbursement.

RCW 35.72.050 Alternative financing methods—Participation in or creation of assessment reimbursement area by county, city, town, or department of transportation—Eligibility for reimbursement.(1) As an alternative to financing projects under this chapter solely by owners of real estate, a county, city, or town may join in the financing of improvement projects and may be reimbursed in the same manner as the owners of real estate who participate in the projects, if the county, city, or town has specified the conditions of its participation in an ordinance. As another alternative, a county, city, or town may create an assessment reimbursement area on its own initiative, without the participation of a private property owner, finance the costs of the road or street improvements, and become the sole beneficiary of the reimbursements that are contributed. A county, city, or town may be reimbursed only for the costs of improvements that benefit that portion of the public who will use the developments within the assessment reimbursement area established pursuant to RCW 35.72.040(1). No county, city, or town costs for improvements that benefit the general public may be reimbursed.(2) The department of transportation may, for state highways, participate with the owners of real estate or may be the sole participant in the financing of improvement projects, in the same manner and subject to the same restrictions as provided for counties, cities, and towns, in subsection (1) of this section. The department shall enter into agreements whereby the appropriate county, city, or town shall act as an agent of the department in administering this chapter.[ 1997 c 158 § 1; 1987 c 261 § 1; 1986 c 252 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 35.73.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.73 - Street Grades—Sanitary Fills.|35.73.010 - Authority—First and second-class cities.

RCW 35.73.010 Authority—First and second-class cities.If a city of the first or second class establishes the grade of any street or alley at a higher elevation than any private property abutting thereon, thereby rendering the drainage of such private property or any part thereof impracticable without the raising of the surface of such private property, or if the surface of any private property in any such city is so low as to make sanitary drainage thereof impracticable and it is determined by resolution of the city council of such city that a fill of such private property is necessary as a sanitary measure, the city may provide therefor, and by general or special ordinance or both make provision for the necessary surveys, estimates, bids, contract, bond and supervision of the work and for making and approving the assessment roll of the local improvement district and for the collection of the assessments made thereby, and for the doing of everything which in their discretion may be necessary or be incidental thereto: PROVIDED, That before the approval of the assessment roll, notice shall be given and an opportunity offered for the owners of the property affected by the assessment roll to be heard before such city council in the same manner as in case of assessments for drainage or sewerage in the city.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.73.010. Prior: (i) 1907 c 243 § 1; RRS § 9426. (ii) 1907 c 243 § 4; RRS § 9429.]
WA Rev Code § 35.73.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.73 - Street Grades—Sanitary Fills.|35.73.020 - Estimates—Intention—Property included—Resolution.

RCW 35.73.020 Estimates—Intention—Property included—Resolution.Before establishing a grade for property or providing for the fill of property, the city must adopt a resolution declaring its intention to do so.The resolution shall:(1) Describe the property proposed to be improved by the fill,(2) State the estimated cost of making the improvement,(3) State that the cost thereof is to be assessed against the property improved thereby, and(4) Fix a time not less than thirty days after the first publication of the resolution within which protests against the proposed improvement may be filed with the city clerk.The resolution may include as many separate parcels of property as may seem desirable whether or not they are contiguous so long as they lie in the same general neighborhood and may be included conveniently in one local improvement district.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.73.020. Prior: 1907 c 243 § 2, part; RRS § 9427, part.]
WA Rev Code § 35.73.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.73 - Street Grades—Sanitary Fills.|35.73.030 - Hearing—Time of—Publication of resolution.

RCW 35.73.030 Hearing—Time of—Publication of resolution.Upon the passage of the resolution the city clerk shall cause it to be published in the official newspaper of the city in at least two successive issues before the time fixed in the resolution for filing protests. Proof of publication by affidavit shall be filed as part of the record of the proceedings.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.73.030. Prior: 1907 c 243 § 2, part; RRS § 9427, part.]
WA Rev Code § 35.73.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.73 - Street Grades—Sanitary Fills.|35.73.040 - Ordinance—Assessments.

RCW 35.73.040 Ordinance—Assessments.If no protest is filed, or if protests are filed but the city council after full hearing determines that it is necessary to fill any portion of the private property it shall proceed to enact an ordinance for such improvement. By the provisions of the ordinance, a local improvement district shall be established to be called "local improvement district No. . . . .," which shall include all the property found by the said council to require the fill as a sanitary measure. The ordinance shall provide that such improvement shall be made and shall fix and establish the grades to which the said property and the different portions thereof shall be brought by such improvement, and that the cost and expense thereof shall be taxed and assessed upon all the property in such local improvement district, which cost shall be assessed in proportion to the number of cubic yards of earth and bulkheading required for the different portions of said property included in said improvement district and in proportion to the benefits derived by such improvement: PROVIDED, That the city council may expend from the general fund for such purposes such sums as in its judgment may seem fair and equitable in consideration of the benefits accruing to the general public by reason of such improvement.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.73.040. Prior: 1907 c 243 § 3, part; RRS § 9428, part.]
WA Rev Code § 35.73.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.73 - Street Grades—Sanitary Fills.|35.73.050 - Lien of assessments.

RCW 35.73.050 Lien of assessments.Whenever any expense or cost of work has been assessed the amount of such expense and cost shall become a lien upon said lands against which the same are so assessed and shall take precedence of all other liens, except general tax liens and special assessment liens theretofore assessed by the said city thereon and which may be foreclosed in accordance with law in the name of such city as plaintiff. And in any such proceeding if the court trying the same shall be satisfied that the work has been done or material furnished for the fill of such property, a recovery shall be permitted or charge enforced to the extent of the proper proportion of the value of the work or material which would be chargeable on such lot or land notwithstanding any informality, irregularity or defects in any of the proceedings of such municipal corporation or its officers.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.73.050. Prior: 1907 c 243 § 3, part; RRS § 9428, part.]NOTES:Collection and foreclosure of local improvement district assessments: Chapters 35.49, 35.50 RCW.
WA Rev Code § 35.73.060 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.73 - Street Grades—Sanitary Fills.|35.73.060 - Improvement district bonds—Issuance.

RCW 35.73.060 Improvement district bonds—Issuance.(1) The city may, in its discretion, by general or special ordinance, or both, instead of requiring immediate payment for the said work to be made by the owners of property included in the assessment roll, authorize the issuance of interest bearing bonds or warrants of the local improvement district, payable on or before a date not to exceed twelve years from and after their date. The bonds may be issued subject to call, the amount of the said assessment to be payable in installments or otherwise, and the bonds to be of such terms as may be provided in the ordinances and to bear interest at such rate or rates as may be prescribed in the ordinances. Such bonds or warrants may be of any form, including bearer bonds or bearer warrants, or registered bonds or registered warrants as provided in RCW 39.46.030.(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, such bonds or warrants may be issued and sold in accordance with chapter 39.46 RCW.[ 1983 c 167 § 62; 1981 c 156 § 9; 1979 ex.s. c 30 § 1; 1965 c 7 § 35.73.060. Prior: 1915 c 87 § 1, part; 1907 c 243 § 5, part; RRS § 9430, part.]NOTES:Liberal construction—Severability—1983 c 167: See RCW 39.46.010 and note following.
WA Rev Code § 35.73.070 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.73 - Street Grades—Sanitary Fills.|35.73.070 - Improvement district bonds—Payment—Remedies.

RCW 35.73.070 Improvement district bonds—Payment—Remedies.The bonds or warrants shall be payable only from the fund created by the special assessments upon the property in the local improvement district, and the owner of any bond or warrant shall look only to this fund for the payment of the principal and interest thereof and shall have no claim or lien therefor against the city by which the same was issued except from that fund.[ 1983 c 167 § 63; 1965 c 7 § 35.73.070. Prior: 1915 c 87 § 1, part; 1907 c 243 § 5, part; RRS § 9430, part.]NOTES:Liberal construction—Severability—1983 c 167: See RCW 39.46.010 and note following.
WA Rev Code § 35.73.080 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.73 - Street Grades—Sanitary Fills.|35.73.080 - Provisions not exclusive.

RCW 35.73.080 Provisions not exclusive.The provisions and remedies provided by this chapter for filling lowlands in connection with establishing street grades or for sanitary reasons are cumulative.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.73.080. Prior: 1907 c 243 § 6; RRS § 9431.]
WA Rev Code § 35.74.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.74 - Streets—Drawbridges.|35.74.010 - Authority to construct or grant franchise to construct.

RCW 35.74.010 Authority to construct or grant franchise to construct.Every city and town may erect and maintain drawbridges across navigable streams that flow through or penetrate the boundaries thereof, when the public necessity requires it, or it may grant franchises to persons or corporations to erect them and charge toll thereon.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.74.010. Prior: 1890 p 54 § 1; RRS § 9323.]
WA Rev Code § 35.74.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.74 - Streets—Drawbridges.|35.74.020 - Initiation of proceedings—Notice to county commissioners.

RCW 35.74.020 Initiation of proceedings—Notice to county commissioners.If the city or town council desires to erect a drawbridge across any navigable stream on any street, or to grant the privilege so to do to any corporation or individual, it shall notify the board of county commissioners to that effect stating the precise point where such bridge is proposed to be located.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.74.020. Prior: 1890 p 54 § 2, part; RRS § 9324, part.]
WA Rev Code § 35.74.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.74 - Streets—Drawbridges.|35.74.030 - Determination of width of draw—Appeal.

RCW 35.74.030 Determination of width of draw—Appeal.The board of county commissioners within ten days from the receipt of the notice, if in session, and if not in session, within five days after the first day of the next regular or special session, shall designate the width of the draw to be made in such bridge, and the length of span necessary to permit the free flow of water: PROVIDED, That if any persons deem themselves aggrieved by the determination of the matter by the board, they may appeal to the superior court which may hear and determine the matter upon such further notice and on such testimony as it shall direct to be produced.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.74.030. Prior: 1890 p 54 § 2, part; RRS § 9324, part.]
WA Rev Code § 35.74.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.74 - Streets—Drawbridges.|35.74.040 - Required specifications.

RCW 35.74.040 Required specifications.All bridges constructed under the provisions of this chapter must be so constructed as not to obstruct navigation, and must have a draw or swing of sufficient space or span to permit the safe, convenient, and expeditious passage at all times of any steamer or vessel or raft which may navigate the stream or waters bridged.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.74.040. Prior: 1890 p 55 § 5; RRS § 9327.]
WA Rev Code § 35.74.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.74 - Streets—Drawbridges.|35.74.050 - Authority to operate toll bridges—Toll rate review and approval by tolling authority.

RCW 35.74.050 Authority to operate toll bridges—Toll rate review and approval by tolling authority.A city or town may build and maintain toll bridges and charge and collect tolls thereon, and to that end may provide a system and elect or appoint persons to operate the same, or the said bridges may be made free, as it may elect.Consistent with RCW 47.56.850, any toll proposed under this section, including any change in an existing toll rate, must first be reviewed and approved by the tolling authority designated in RCW 47.56.850 if the toll, or change in toll rate, would have a significant impact, as determined by the tolling authority, on the operation of any state facility.[ 2008 c 122 § 15; 1965 c 7 § 35.74.050. Prior: 1890 p 55 § 6; RRS § 9328.]
WA Rev Code § 35.74.060 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.74 - Streets—Drawbridges.|35.74.060 - Prerequisites of grant of franchise—Approval of bridge—Tolls.

RCW 35.74.060 Prerequisites of grant of franchise—Approval of bridge—Tolls.Before any franchise to build any bridge across any such navigable stream is granted by any city or town council it shall fix a license tax, not to exceed ten percent of the tolls collected annually. Upon the completion of the bridge the city or town council shall cause it to be inspected and if it is found to comply in all respects with the specifications previously made, and to be safe and convenient for the public, the council shall declare it open as a toll bridge, and shall immediately fix the rates of toll thereof.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.74.060. Prior: 1890 p 55 § 3; RRS § 9325.]
WA Rev Code § 35.74.070 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.74 - Streets—Drawbridges.|35.74.070 - License fees—Renewal of license.

RCW 35.74.070 License fees—Renewal of license.The owner or keeper of any toll bridges in any city or town shall, before the renewal of any license, report to the city or town council under oath, the actual cost of construction and equipment of the toll bridge, the repairs and cost of maintaining it during the preceding year, the amount of tax collected, and the estimated cash value of the bridge, exclusive of the franchise. All funds arising from the license tax shall be paid into the general fund of the city or town.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.74.070. Prior: 1890 p 55 § 4; RRS § 9326.]
WA Rev Code § 35.75.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.75 - Streets—Bicycles—Paths.|35.75.010 - Authority to regulate and license bicycles—Penalties.

RCW 35.75.010 Authority to regulate and license bicycles—Penalties.Every city and town may by ordinance regulate and license the riding of bicycles and other similar vehicles upon or along the streets, alleys, highways, or other public grounds within its limits and may construct and maintain bicycle paths or roadways within or outside of and beyond its limits leading to or from the city or town. The city or town may provide by ordinance for reasonable fines and penalties for violation of the ordinance.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.75.010. Prior: (i) 1899 c 31 § 1; RRS § 9204. (ii) 1899 c 31 § 2; RRS § 9205.]
WA Rev Code § 35.75.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.75 - Streets—Bicycles—Paths.|35.75.020 - Use of bicycle paths for other purposes prohibited.

RCW 35.75.020 Use of bicycle paths for other purposes prohibited.It shall be unlawful for any person to lead, drive, ride, or propel any team, wagon, animal, or vehicle other than a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, or similar vehicle upon and along any bicycle path constructed within or without the corporate limits of any city or town excepting at suitable crossings to be provided in the construction of such paths. Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.[ 2002 c 247 § 8; 1965 c 7 § 35.75.020. Prior: 1899 c 31 § 3; RRS § 9206.]NOTES:Legislative review—2002 c 247: See note following RCW 46.04.1695.
WA Rev Code § 35.75.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.75 - Streets—Bicycles—Paths.|35.75.030 - License fees authorized.

RCW 35.75.030 License fees authorized.Every city and town by ordinance may establish and collect reasonable license fees from all persons riding a bicycle or other similar vehicle within its respective corporate limits, and may enforce the payment thereof by reasonable fines and penalties.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.75.030. Prior: 1899 c 31 § 4; RRS § 9207.]
WA Rev Code § 35.75.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.75 - Streets—Bicycles—Paths.|35.75.040 - Rules regulating use of bicycle paths.

RCW 35.75.040 Rules regulating use of bicycle paths.The license fee to be paid and the rules regulating the riding of bicycles or other similar vehicles within any city or town shall be fixed by ordinance, and the rules regulating the use of such bicycle paths or roadways constructed or maintained within its limits and the fines and penalties for the violation of such rules shall be fixed by ordinance.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.75.040. Prior: 1899 c 31 § 5; RRS § 9208.]
WA Rev Code § 35.75.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.75 - Streets—Bicycles—Paths.|35.75.050 - Bicycle road fund—Sources—Use.

RCW 35.75.050 Bicycle road fund—Sources—Use.The city or town council shall by ordinance provide that the whole amount or any amount not less than seventy-five percent of all license fees, penalties or other moneys collected under the authority of this chapter shall be paid into and placed to the credit of a special fund to be known as the "bicycle road fund." The moneys in the bicycle road fund shall not be transferred to any other fund and shall be paid out for the sole purpose of building and maintaining bicycle paths and roadways authorized to be constructed and maintained by this chapter or for special police officers, bicycle tags, stationery and other expenses growing out of the regulating and licensing of the riding of bicycles and other vehicles and the construction, maintenance and regulation of the use of bicycle paths and roadways.[ 2007 c 218 § 69; 1965 c 7 § 35.75.050. Prior: 1899 c 31 § 6; RRS § 9209.]NOTES:Intent—Finding—2007 c 218: See note following RCW 41.08.020.
WA Rev Code § 35.75.060 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.75 - Streets—Bicycles—Paths.|35.75.060 - Use of street and road funds for bicycle paths, lanes, routes and improvements authorized—Standards.

RCW 35.75.060 Use of street and road funds for bicycle paths, lanes, routes and improvements authorized—Standards.Any city or town may use any funds available for street or road construction, maintenance, or improvement for building, improving, and maintaining bicycle paths, lanes, roadways, and routes, and for improvements to make existing streets and roads more suitable and safe for bicycle traffic: PROVIDED, That any such paths, lanes, roadways, routes, or streets for which any such street or road funds are expended shall be suitable for bicycle transportation purposes and not solely for recreation purposes. Bicycle facilities constructed or modified after December 31, 2012, shall meet or exceed the standards adopted by the design standards committee under RCW 35.78.030.[ 2012 c 67 § 2; 1982 c 55 § 1; 1974 ex.s. c 141 § 10.]NOTES:Intent—2012 c 67: "It is the intent of the legislature that the Washington state department of transportation shall provide for the needs of drivers, public transportation vehicles and patrons, bicyclists, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities in all planning, programming, design, construction, reconstruction, retrofit, operations, and maintenance activities and products.It is also the intent of the legislature that the department shall view all transportation improvements as opportunities to improve safety, access, and mobility for all travelers in Washington and recognize bicycle, pedestrian, and transit modes as integral elements of the transportation system.The increase in Washington's older adult population, which is up to forty percent of total population in some counties, increases the need for locally based transportation options and a statewide transportation system less reliant on the automobile.Washington is committed to providing community-based options for individuals with disabilities who require access to a broader range of transportation options.Washington believes the full integration of all modes in the design of streets and roadways will increase the capacity and efficiency of the road network, reduce traffic congestion, improve mobility options, and limit greenhouse gas emissions.Washington believes regular walking and bicycling improves physical health, increases mental well-being, and helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and other chronic diseases. Increased physical activity is also critical to combating the obesity crisis in Washington." [ 2012 c 67 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 35.76.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.76 - Streets—Budget and Accounting.|35.76.010 - Declaration of purpose—Budget and accounting by functional categories.

RCW 35.76.010 Declaration of purpose—Budget and accounting by functional categories.Records of city street expenditures are generally inadequate to meet the needs of cities for planning and administration of their street programs and the needs of the legislature in providing for city street financing. It is the intent of the legislature that each city and town shall budget and thereafter maintain records and accounts for all street expenditures by functional categories in a manner consistent with its size, administrative capabilities, and the amounts of money expended by it for street purposes.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.76.010. Prior: 1963 c 115 § 1.]