HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 03-26-18Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Workshop
Council Chambers
110 East Third Street
March 26, 2018
Councilmembers Present: Mike Hopson, Marilyn Oertle, Debora Nelson, Joshua Roundy,
Jesica Stickles, Sue Weiss and Jan Schuette.
Council Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Mayor Barbara Tolbert, Paul Ellis, Jonathan Ventura, Marc Hayes, Kristin
Garcia, Jim Kelly, Dave Ryan, Dave Kraski, James Trefry, Kristin Banfield, Kurt Patterson, and
City Attorney Steve Peiffle.
Also Known to be Present: Kathy Bullene, Doug Buell, and Sarah Arney.
Mayor Tolbert called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm, and the pledge of allegiance followed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Marilyn Oertle moved to approve the agenda as presented. Councilmember
Debora Nelson seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous vote.
Introduction of Special Guests and Presentations
Kathy Bullene - Managing Librarian, Sno-Isle Libraries, Arlington
With the use of a PowerPoint presentation, Ms. Bullene provided a summary of library
services throughout the Sno-Isle system and factual information regarding the upcoming
levy lid lift on the April 2018 ballot. Ms. Bullene answered questions from the Council.
WORKSHOP ITEMS - NO ACTION WAS TAKEN
Grant Acceptance and interlocal agreement for public defense
Police Chief Jonathan Ventura reviewed the proposed Interlocal Agreement with the City of
Lake Stevens to accept a Public Defense Grant of $50,000 over two years (2018-2019) to
provide indigent defense social services. In 2017, Arlington and Lake Stevens participated in
a pilot grant project to establish a social service program for public defense clients. The
program identifies clients that may benefit from social services allowing defense attorneys
to spend more time on legal defense work. Arlington and Lake Stevens experienced a
recidivism rate of 35%, whereas non -participating agency Marysville experienced a 67%
recidivism rate. Discussion followed.
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Resolution allowing staff to make application to Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC)
for Arlington -Marysville Manufacturing Industrial Center (AMMIC) designation and
proposed Interlocal Agreement
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes reviewed the proposed
resolution and interlocal agreement with Marysville to allow the cities to file a joint
application for the designation of the AMMIC area as a "Regional Center". The resolution and
Interlocal Agreement are required elements of the application process with PSRC. Discussion
followed.
Contract with KBA, Inc. for construction management services for the Arlington Valley
Road project
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the proposed contract with KBA, Inc. for
construction management services for the Arlington Valley Road project. The construction
project is very complex, with multiple agencies and funding sources. The City does not have
sufficient staff to manage this project full time. Discussion followed.
Contract with GeoTest Services, Inc. for geotechnical and materials testing services to
support the Arlington Valley Road project
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the proposed contract with GeoTest Services, Inc.
for geotechnical and materials testing services for the Arlington Valley Road project. The
construction project requires independent on -site testing of soils and materials to verify
compliance with contract provisions. The City does not have staff or equipment to complete
the on -site independent testing. Discussion followed.
Unscheduled Ambulance Purchase
Interim Fire Chief Dave Kraski reviewed the proposed unscheduled emergency replacement
of an EMS transport vehicle (aid car) to replace a 2008 back up unit that continues to exceed
budgeted amounts for repairs and maintenance. This will be purchased with unrestricted
ending fund balance from the General Fund. Discussion followed.
Resolution to declare equipment (Ford Expedition) surplus and transfer to Oso Fire
Department pursuant to RCW 39.33.010
Central Purchasing Coordinator Kurt Patterson reviewed the proposed resolution to declare
the Arlington Fire Department 2002 Ford Expedition as surplus and dispose of the surplus
equipment by transfer to Snohomish County Fire District 25 (Oso) via an intergovernmental
transfer pursuant to RCW 39.33.010. Discussion followed.
Resolution to declare equipment (Chevrolet Impala) surplus and auction off
Central Purchasing Coordinator Kurt Patterson reviewed the proposed resolution to declare
the Arlington Fire Department 2001 Chevrolet Impala as surplus and dispose of the surplus
equipment by the best available method. Discussion followed.
February 2018 Financial Report
Finance Director Kristin Garcia reviewed the February 2018 Financial Report and answered
Council questions.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Nelson requested that staff look at canceling the Council meeting on the
Monday immediately following the spring council retreat. Councilmembers Schuette,
Hopson, Oertle, Nelson, Roundy, Weiss and Stickles had nothing further to report this
evening.
MAYOR REPORT
None.
REVIEW OF AGENDA ITEM PLACEMENT
Council discussed and agreed to place the grant acceptance, vehicle surplus, and Arlington
Valley Road contracts on the April 2, 2018 Consent Agenda. Council requested that the
Interlocal Agreement with Marysville for the MIC application to PSRC and the unscheduled
ambulance purchase be placed on New Business for action on the April 2, 2018 meeting.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
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Barbara Tolbert, Mayor
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