HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 02-16-21Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Zoom Meeting
February 16, 2021
Councilmembers Present: Mike Hopson, Michele Blythe, Jan Schuette, Marilyn Oertle,
Jesica Stickles, Debora Nelson, and Don Vanney.
Council Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Mayor Barb Tolbert, Paul Ellis, Marc Hayes, Kristin Garcia Dave Kraski, City
Attorney Steve Peiffle, Bryan Terry and Ashleigh Scott.
Also Known to be Present: Congressman Rick Larsen, Lindsey Webb and (23) twenty three
YouTube views.
Mayor Barb Tolbert called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., and the Pledge of Allegiance and
roll call followed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tern Jesica Stickles moved to approve the agenda as presented. Councilmember
Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous vote.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Congressman Rick Larsen came before City Council to give an update about what's been
going on in the news. First discussed was vaccine distributions and how we may have 600
million doses by July 2 02 1, which would get all vaccinated by the end of July. The number of
vaccines that will be distributed next week would be around 57% higher than the number
distributed on January 20, 2021. The number will continue to increase. Johnson and Johnson
has filed with the FDA for emergency use authorization which is a single use vaccination.
Decision should be given in the next few weeks. It's not the distribution of vaccines that's the
current issue, it's getting the vaccines made themselves.
The House of Representatives vote and send to the Senate on the American Rescue Plan, the
next COVID19 relief package. There is a portion of that bill that is given to local cities and
counties. In this plan, the dollars would be available directly to local governments and
allocation directly. In the current bill, Arlington would get between $3.6 to 4.3 million dollars,
and Snohomish County $161 million dollars. Unlike the CARES Act, this package allows for
more flexible use, including revenue replacement. Nothing is official without the signature
of the President, but that's the goal to pass by March 14, 2021.
Rep. Larsen also stated that they were going to give more airport relief and under that relief
Arlington Municipal Airport would receive around $59k for assistance. Community Transit
will also receive $6.1 million dollars for healthcare and safety for workers and staff and much
more. Mr. Larsen is asking for input, and to reach out because the process is moving quickly.
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After this, we will be looking at an economic recovery pack with large focused on a
transportation and infrastructure package. It'll be a broader package ranging not just roads,
bridges, highways, transit, sidewalk, pedestrians and bikes, but wastewater, clean water
facilities, housing, and housing for non-profit agencies, broadband will also be included in
this portion for the bill.
PROCLAMATIONS
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tern Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion to approve the Consent Agenda that was unanimously carried:
1. Minutes of the February 1st and February 8, 2021 Council meetings
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#102192 dated February 2, 2021 through February 16, 2021 for $1,343,181.93;
Approval of payroll EFT Payments and Checks #30059 through #30065 dated
January 1, 2021 through January 31, 2021 for $1,473,378.35.
3. Dedication of Right of Way by Grandview 4 Lot Short Plat for 4th Avenue.
4. Dedication of Right of Way by Swire Coca-Cola for 63rd Avenue.
5. Dedication of Right of Way by PUD for 63rd Avenue.
6. Dedication of Right of Way by Gayteway Business Park for 197th Street.
7. Dedication of Right of Way by Gayteway Business Park for 74th Avenue.
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Interlocal Agreement with Fire District #21 for Fire Protection
Fire Chief Dave Kraski requested Council approve the interlocal agreement with Fire District
#21 for fire protection.
Councilmember Marilyn Oertle moved and Councilmember Michele Blythe seconded the
motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement with Fire District #21 for Fire Protection, and
authorized the Mayor to sign it.
Petition for Lindsey Annexation
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes requested Council approve
the 10% petition phase for annexation.
Mayor Pro Tern Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Debora Nelson seconded the
motion to approve the 10% petition phase, as presented, requesting annexation into the City
of Arlington, and approved the application process to proceed to the 60% petition phase of
the annexation process.
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Proposed Revisions to Arlington Municipal Code Title 5 Regarding Business Licenses
and Regulations
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes requested Council approve the
proposed revisions to Arlington Municipal Code Title 5 regarding business licenses and
regulations.
Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion to approve the ordinance amending provisions of Arlington Municipal Code Title 5
pertaining to business licenses, and authorized the Mayor to sign it, subject to final review
by the City Attorney.
Ordinance to Approve Contract with State Department of Revenue for Business
Licensing Services
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes requested Council approve
the ordinance to authorizing the City to enter into a contract with the State Department of
Revenue for business licensing services.
Mayor Pro Tern Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion to approve the ordinance authorizing the City to enter into a contract with the State's
Business Licensing Service program, and authorized the Mayor to sign the contract.
COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
None.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator Paul Ellis thanked crews and staff members from multiple departments
for all of their efforts over the weekend keeping the roads clear and safe for Arlington's
residents. He also thanked the community for patience while the crews cleared the snow.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Tolbert reviewed cold weather shelters. North Snohomish County Outreach
Organization's first night for shelter was on November 30, 2020. Since then, they have had
a total of 26 below freezing nights where space opened for those who needed shelter. They
sheltered 35 households, totaling 510 beds. February 9, 2021 they also were able to pick up
a van to assist further for the community.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
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