The planned relocation of the Community Center to Ten Trails, in conjunction with the new City Hall facilities, represents a strategic partnership that aims to enhance community services and accessibility. The collaboration is expected to provide better infrastructure and support for the residents, reflecting Black Diamond’s commitment to fostering strong community partnerships and improving the quality of life for its citizens. COMMUNITY-ORIENTED POLICING The city’s police department is another point of pride. After years of effort, the department is now fully staffed with 13 officers, including a marine patrol unit for Lake Sawyer. Last year, the department secured a new patrol boat with grant and insurance funds after the previous one sank. A new dock is also being built at the boat launch park to facilitate boat launches and provide additional public access. Mayor Benson proudly states,“Our police department is a community police department, and we’re usually Black Diamond Chevron 30712 3rd Ave, Black Diamond, WA 98010 (253) 632 8847 Manny rajinder_bains@comcast.net Diamond Market LLC Civil Engineering • Structural Engineering • Community Planning • Landscape Architecture • Land Survey Community Planning Services: • Comprehensive Planning • Land Use Permits and Entitlements • Master Planning and Design • On-call Agency Consulting Services • SEPA/NEPA Environmental Review Solution-based designs built on 55 years experience Tacoma • Seattle • Spokane • Tri-Cities City of Black Diamond Master Development Review Team View our full list of Community Planning Services at www.ahbl.com 98 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 07
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