HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 08-03-20Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Zoom Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East Third Street
August 3, 2020
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, Bryan Terry, Jim
Kelly, Marc Hayes, City Attorney Steve Peiffle and Ashleigh Scott.
Also Known to be Present: None.
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
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion to approve the Consent Agenda that was unanimously carried:
1. Minutes of the July 20 and July 27, 2020 Council meetings
2. Accounts Payable: EFT Payments and Claims Checks #100256 through #100345
dated July 21, 2020 through August 3, 2020 for $459,782.48.
3. Memorandum of Understanding with Washington Military Department
4. Ordinance establishing LEOFF 1 Disability Board
5. Resolution authorizing temporary payment of LEOFF 1 medical claims
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
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NEW BUSINESS
Public Outreach Consultant for Regional Fire Authority
City Administrator Paul Ellis requested Council approve the Personal Service Agreement
with Liz Loomis Public Affairs in the amount of $55,000.00 for Communication Services
regarding the annexation to North County Regional Fire Authority.
Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion to approve the Personal Services Agreement with Liz Loomis Public Affairs and
authorized the Mayor to sign the agreement. The motion passed unanimously.
Ordinance Adopting Chapter 12.50 of the Arlington Municipal Code Relating to
Temporary Right of Way Use Permits
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes requested Council approve
the Ordinance adopting Chapter 12.50 for temporary right of way use permits for non -
construction to Title 12 of the Arlington Municipal Code. This is to address requests from
merchants or organizations to allow the use of the public way for private use on a
temporary basis.
Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Debora Nelson seconded the
motion to approve the Ordinance adopting Chapter 12.50 of the Arlington Municipal Code,
and authorized the Mayor to sign it. The motion passed unanimously.
Ordinance Amending Chapter 12.24 of the Arlington Municipal Code and Revisions to
the City's Fee Resolution
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes requested Council approve
the Ordinance amending Chapter 12.24 of the AMC to reflect the provisions within the
proposed new Chapter 12.50 to allow permitted uses within the public Right of Way
related to sidewalk seating, dining and merchandise display. Revisions to the Fee Schedule
were also required to address permitting, lease rates and appeals processes.
Mayor Pro Tem Jesica Stickles moved and Councilmember Don Vanney seconded the
motion to approve the Ordinance amending Chapter 12.24 of the AMC and updating the Fee
Schedule, and authorized the Mayor to sign it. The motion passed unanimously.
Right of Way Purchase for 204th St. NE/771h Ave. NE
Public Works Director Jim Kelly requested Council approve the acceptance the 204th/77th
Roundabout Right of Way property purchase in the amount of $56,650.00. The installation
of the roundabout requires procurement of right of way (ROW) and temporary
construction easements from six abutting parcel owners.
Councilmember Jan Schuette moved and councilmember Jesica Stickles seconded the
motion to approve the 204th/77th Roundabout Right of Way purchase agreement and real
estate transaction for KeyTrust, and authorized the Mayor to sign it, pending final approval
by the City Attorney. The motion passed unanimously.
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COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
None.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator Paul Ellis gave a reminder that the next Council Workshop is Tuesday,
September 8, 2020.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Barbara Tolbert stated that City Council is now on Summer Break.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:13 p.m.
Barbara Tolbert, Mayor
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