Glenrose Association

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2025 PDF/2024 11 25 Glenrose Assn Opening Brief.pdf

GLENROSE BREAKING NEWS

We have the judge’s decision from the March 4, 2025 superior court hearing in Davenport. Good news for us, he vacated the hearing examiners decision, said it was unlawful. Please read the ten page ruling. We still may have a few hurdles to clear but this is a big deal for Glenrose and brings us much closer to a compete victory.
Click HERE to see the PDF

Next Meeting
GLENROSE ANNUAL MEETING
Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S Regal Rd. 5:30 to 7:30 PM

Attend the annual meeting & learn details about the Superior Court Judge’s ruling on April 4th, 2025. Be part of the Q & A discussion for more details about the decision.

Judge Walser’s ruling concluded that “the hearing examiner engaged in unlawful procedure and failed to follow the process prescribed in the Spokane County Zoning Code. This matter is remanded back to the Spokane County Hearing Examiner for reconsideration pursuant to the ruling of this court.”

This ruling is a win for Glenrose and the biggest win to date in our 17 year effort to prove that the proposed regional sports complex is not permitted by Spokane County Code. This case is still not over, but we are one big step closer to a final conclusion. Again, please join us at the annual meeting where we will discuss the ruling and host a Q & A session. In the meantime you may read the complete ruling which is posted on our website.

Annual Glenrose Membership Dues

It's that time of year to submit your Glenrose Association dues. These funds keep the website going for our Association and very much appreciated. Dues help pay the few annual bills we do have, and help support our legal expenses for the ongoing sports complex litigation. Without your support we would not be able to carry on with these efforts. Thank you all for your loyal and generous support over the past 31 years!

Go into the website at www.glenroseassociation.org for a printable renewal form or pay online using PayPal. To find the PayPal button, after entering the amount you want to pay, click on “submit” and you will see PayPal button.

Still have questions? Contact Kathy Fair, Membership Chairperson for information.

If you have already paid for 2025 or are a lifetime member, please disregard.

WHATS HAPPENING IN GLENROSE

It’s been over 16 years since a proposed 20 acre Regional Sports Complex for the corner of 37^th and Glenrose was first announced. The Glenrose Association’s lawsuit opposing this year round facility with nearly 400 parking spaces, and stadium lighting for year round day and night use, is finally set to be heard in Lincoln county superior court. The hearing date is March 4^th 2025, 2PM in Davenport, WA.

(IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR LINCOLN COUNTY THE GLENROSE ASSOCIATION Petitioner, v. SPOKANE COUNTY AND SPOKANE YOUTH SPORTS ASSOCIATION Respondents.)

Opening Brief PDF

Spokane County Response PDF

SYSA Response Brief PDF

Glenrose Association Reply Brief PDF

Judge’s decision from the March 4, 2025 superior court hearing

The Glenrose Association
Annual Mtg.
Tuesday May 20th, 2025
Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S Regal St.

5/17 GLENROSE CLEAN UP DAY. Meet at the corner of 37th & Glenrose at 9:00 AM to begin. Trash bags, grabbers, safety vests & gloves will be handed out.

5/20 ANNUAL MEETING - Moran Prairie Library 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

GLENROSE DUES - It’s that time of year to submit your payment to help the Glenrose Association.

Thanks to all of you that have joined or renewed your membership in TGA for this year! If you are new and wondering how your donations are used click on this link - Glenrose Website, to learn more. Donations can be made through the mail or online. Links to both are listed below.
Link to: ONLINE DONATION FORM
Link to: MAIL-IN DONATION FORM

Fun Things to Do this summer in the Community
If you are new to the area or are looking for things to do in our community here are some fun ideas right here in our own backyard!
Glenrose Trail
The Glenrose Trail parking area is located at the end of Thierman Road. There are several hiking trail options for those that are looking for a easy or more strenuous outing. Everyone the ventures on the trails will be rewarded with beautiful views of Spokane, Spokane Valley, and beyond! Click on this link - Trail Map, for details. The trails are horse friendly for those that enjoy trail riding!

FIREWISE INFO
Did the recent round of dry smoky weather catch your attention? Here is a check list for making your place more wildfire resistant.
1. Get a free assessment of your property. Click on this link -
Spokane Conservation District, to learn how.
2. Plan your projects in the late spring and summer.
3. Thin in late fall to early spring when the bark beetles are not flying and there is not a fire danger.
4. No fires when it is dry and hot. Click on this link- Spokane Regional Clean Air, for burning rules and restrictions.
5. Pat yourself on the back for your hardwork!

Click on the link below for latest tip on decks.
Ember Ignited Decks

Required by the bylaws the annual meeting shall meet or include at least the following elements.

1. Notice must be sent to all members at least 10 days prior to the annual meeting date.
2. The annual meeting must be held within one year of the prior annual meeting, since the board members serve one year terms.
3. Annual meeting must be held no later than November 1st of each year.
4. A quorum of the total current membership roster is required to vote for and seat the new slate of board members.
5. A quorum threshold is 10% of the total members. To become a voting member of The Glenrose Association your dues for the current year must be paid by the annual meeting date.

We look forward to seeing all of you at the annual meeting. Besides seating a new board of directors we will update everyone on the latest news with the ongoing Sports Complex lawsuit. Come and see old friends and meet new ones!

Help Glenrose renew our FIREWISE STATUS. If you have performed work on your property or had work hired done click on this link - Firewise Form, fill it out and mail or email back to us. It will help us fulfill our $2 per capita per year requirement showing we have worked towards making our community Firewise.

We appreciate your support as we stay GLENROSE STRONG! You can join online by clicking on this link - Membership, or by printing off this membership form - membership link, and mailing back to us.

Thanks so much for your care and concern for our community!

How do you define Glenrose?

Does this picture define our rural character?
OR
Does the picture below?
(Artist rendition of proposed Sports Complex)

History of the Sports Complex

After applying for a grading permit in early January and the County Planning Department asking for public comment through February 26th there have been no actions. The planning department is reviewing the comments but has not made a ruling on the project. That does not mean the TGA legal team has been dorment.

1- TGA appealed the SEPA application on 2/26/20.
2- Our Attorneys filed their brief with the court on our mandamus case. It is a very interesting read and gets to the heart of the case. Click on this link - WRIT OF MANDAMUS BRIEF, to read the brief and fully understand the implications of our case with Spokane County Planning Department.
2- A court date for our writ of mandamus case with the county has been set for 6/26/20. The public is suppose to be able to attend the hearing but due to the social distancing rules at the time it is hard to say what the court will do. As soon as we are notified we will send the community a notice but in the meantime save 6/26/20 at 3pm if you plan on attending the hearing and listen to the county's arguments as to why they shouldn't respond to our request.

Folks this is your opportunity to let the county know your thoughts. Don't miss this opportunity to express your feelings.

SYSA APPLIES FOR GRADING PERMIT WITH
SPOKANE COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Notice of Application
County Lighting Code
Addendum to Adapt Existing SEPA- Unofficial Copy

To read the Notice of Application click on this link - APPLICATION.

A quick update on our appeal to Superior Court. It was filed on April 14th, 2021. Initial hearing dates and case schedules are being worked out between the county attorney and our attorney, David Bricklin.
RECENT SPORTS COMPLEX NEWS The Spokane County Hearing Examiner, Mr. David Hubert, made his ruling. If you recall we appealed the Planning Director's administrative interpretation of the Sports Complex. The Planning Director, John Pederson, confirmed that the proposed sports complex is a "Community Recreation Facility" and therefore is allowed in our rural community. The Hearing Examiner agreed with the planning director. To read his ruling click on this link, Hearing Examiner Decision. To the consternation of our attorney, our Glenrose legal committee, and the entire Glenrose Association Board, neither the hearing examiner or the planning director have been willing to look at what this proposed sports complex actually is. Their position is that in our rural area the only thing that is allowed is a community recreation facility so that is what the proposed sports complex must be. For those of us that have followed this case this line of thinking makes absolutely no sense! After conferring with our attorney the Glenrose Association Board of Directors has decided to appeal this decision to Superior Court where we will have an entity that will give this case a totally unbiased look. The hearing examiner works for the planning department and unfortunately he generally finds for the county. At least in superior court we will have someone who will look at the facts of this case for what they are. Keep your fingers crossed. Our appeal was filed on April 21, 2021.