HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 05-17-21r =. Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Zoom Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East Third Street
May 17, 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, James Trefry, Kristin Garcia, James Kelly, Tony
Orr, City Attorney Steve Peiffle, and Ashleigh Scott.
Also Known to be Present: Nineteen YouTube viewers.
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 Tem 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
None
PROCLAMATIONS
The National EMS Week proclamation was ready by Councilmember Marilyn Oertle.
The National Public Works Week proclamation was read by Councilmember Debora
Nelson.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Jan Schuette seconded the motion
to approve the Consent Agenda that was unanimously carried:
1. Minutes of the May 3 and May 10, 2021 Council meetings
2. Accounts Payable: Approval of EFT Payments and Claims Checks #102731 through
#102843 dated May 4, 2021 through May 17, 2021 for $1,004,782.30; and Approval of
Payroll EFT Payments and Checks #30081 through #30086 dated April 1, 2021 through
April 30, 2021 for $1,580,800.19
3. Change Order #2 for Fire Station 48
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4. Resolution Declaring Used Information Technology Equipment as Surplus and
Authorizing Their Sale
S. Change Order #4 for 204th Street Roundabout
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Low Bid Award for 173rd Street, Phase 1
Public Works Director James Kelly reviewed the low bid tabulation for the 173rd Street
Phase 1 project and award of the project to the low bidder.
Councilmember Jan Schuette moved and Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles seconded the motion
to award the 173rd Street Phase 1 project to Reece Construction in the amount of
$2,135,740.19, and authorized the Mayor to sign the construction contract. The motion
passed unanimously.
Supplement #1 to the SCJ Alliance Contract for Island Crossing Roundabout Design
Public Works Director James Kelly reviewed the Supplement #1 to the existing contract with
SCJ Alliance for the SR 530 Island Crossing Roundabout project.
Councilmember Jan Schuette moved and Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles seconded the motion
to approve Supplement #1 to the SCJ Alliance contract for design services for the SR
530/island Crossing Roundabout project, and authorized the Mayor to sign the contract
supplement. The motion passed unanimously.
Resolution to Amend the Cemetery Fee Schedule
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the Cemetery Board recommended changes to the
Cemetery Fees and Cemetery Rules.
Councilmember Debora Nelson moved and Councilmember Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion to approve the changes to the Cemetery Rules and amendment to the City Fee
Resolution, as recommended by the Cemetery Board, and authorized the Mayor to sign the
Resolution. The motion passed unanimously.
Modification to the Salary Schedule for Non -Represented Employees for 2021
Administrative Services Director James Trefry reviewed the modification to the salary
schedule for non -represented employees for 2021.
Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion to approve the modification to the salary schedule for non -represented employees
for 2021. The motion passed 6 to 1, with Councilmember Mike Hopson voting no.
COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmember Don Vanney stated that this last weekend Arlington Main Street Cruises had
a good turnout. He also wants to have a further discussion regarding the crosswalks near
Arlington Hardware, and the safety of the community trying to cross the streets.
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City Administrator Paul Ellis stated he would discuss the matter with the traffic engineers,
and bring back for further discussion in the future.
Councilmember Mike Hopson provided information from the National League of Cities
regarding affordable housing.
Councilmember Marilyn Oertle commented on crosswalk concerns, as well.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator Paul Ellis stated that the Governor has set a date for the state to reopen
after the COVID-19 pandemic, with City offices reopening July 6, 2021. The City is in the
process of preparing safety precautions. More information will be coming in the next few
weeks. He is also asking employees and visitors to continue wearing masks indoors.
MAYOR'S REPORT
None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:33 p.m.
Barbara Tolbert, Mayor
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