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Home My WebLink AboutSigned Minutes 01-18-11Minutes of the Arlington City Council Meeting Council Chambers 110 East Third January 18, 2011 City Council Members Present by Roll Call: Dick Butner Sally Lien, Scott Solla, Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer, Linda Byrnes, and Steve Baker Council Members Absent: There were no Council members absent. City Staff Present: Mayor Larson, Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Paul Ellis, Jim Chase, Police Chief Nelson Beazley, Police Officers Mike McQuoid, Commander Terry Quintrall, Commander Brian DeWitt, Det. Sgt Jon Ventura, Det. Peter Barrett, PSO Elizabeth Chamberlin, Ronnie Johnstone, and Emma Davis, Jim Kelly, David Kuhl, Todd Hall, Cristy Brubaker, Jan Bauer, Steve Peiffle — City Attorney Also Known to be Present: Walt Riebe, Bruce Angell — Planning Commission Chair, Bea Randall — Friends of the Arlington Library, Neil Knutson, John Lovick —Snohomish County Sheriff, Gale Fiege — Everett Herald, and Sarah Arney — North County Outlook Mayor Larson called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM, and the pledge of allegiance to the flag followed. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Steve Baker moved to approve the Agenda. Sally Lien seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote. INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS Arlington Police Department Employee of the Year Police Chief Nelson Beazley introduced the 2010 Arlington Police Officer of the Year, Mike McQuoid. Giving a brief review of Officer McQuoid's duties, he noted that Officer McQuoid was selected by his peers, and Chief Beazley then read some of the attributes that led to the selection. Officer McQuoid was then presented a plaque in honor of his achievement. PUBLIC COMMENT John Lovick, 2403 157th Place, Mill Creek, gave a background of his employment and then spoke in support of Police Chief Nelson Beazley congratulating the City of Arlington for its choice of new Police Chief. He distributed information: Snohomish County Mental Health Crisis Resources Pamphlet, a guide to area resources for consumers and their families to help in a mental illness situation. Bea Randall, 427 South French Street, Arlington, President of the Friends of the Arlington Library, asked for the City to consider approval of use of the almost new, now unused, building in the area of the new WalMart store as an extension of the Arlington Library and which could be used as a 'store front library'. Grants from community organizations could be written for monies if beforehand a letter of support would be written by the City. Ms. Randall then asked for a Council letter of approval for this project, and she was directed to speak with Paul Ellis. Ms. Randall then answered Council questions. Neil Knutson, 18825 42"d Drive NE, Arlington, spoke to the new traffic revisions on 35th NE, stating that he is not pleased with the City's traffic -calming decision of the many stop signs on 35t". M. Knutson asked for Council to review the situation and remove the stop signs Page 1 of 3 Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meeting January 18, 2011 CONSENT AGENDA Steve Baker moved and Sally Lien seconded the motion to approve the Consent Agenda which was unanimously carried to approve the following Consent Agenda items: 1. Minutes of the January 3 and 10, 2011 meetings 2. Accounts Payable Electronic Payments and Claims Checks #72161 through #72163 and #72274 through #72357 dated January 1, 2011 through January 18, 2011 for $443.071.81, and Electronic Payments and Claim Checks #72164 through #72273 Dated December 31, 2010 through December 31, 2010 for $273,621.45 PUBLIC HEARING There was no Public Hearing. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no Unfinished Business. NEW BUSINESS Addendum #1 to Waste Management NW Contract Public Works Director Jim Kelly spoke to the agendum to the Waste Management agreement signed. Mr. Kelly answered Council questions. Dick Butner moved to authorize the Mayor to sign Contract Amendment #1 with Waste Management Northwest pending final review by City Attorney. Chris Raezer seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote. Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Security System Mr. Kelly gave a background of the request for an upgrade to the Utility Plant security system, also some of the qualities of the requested system. A new updated proposal would be available tomorrow and would be reviewed by City Attorney Peiffle. Dick Butner moved to authorize staff to solicit an updated proposal from Simplex Grennel and authorize the Mayor to sign the contract for the purchase and installation of a Simplex Grennel security system at the same price as quoted in the December 1, 2010 contract, pending final review by the City Attorney. Sally Lien seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote. Gifford Sidewalk Project Close -Out Mr. Kelly addressed the final action on the Gifford Sidewalk Project. Scott Solla moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the Construction Acceptance Letter for the Gifford Sidewalk Project. Sally Lien seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote West Arlington Sub Area Plan - 2010 Comprehensive Plan Amendment With the computer not in operating condition, Associate Planner Todd Hall gave a brief presentation on the West Arlington Area Plan. He noted that interviews will begin shortly for help with Form Based Code and Transfer of Development rights. Since the Public Hearing had been advertised, but not placed on the Agenda, under the advisement of Mr. Peiffle, the Public Hearing was opened for testimony at 7:43PM. Commission Chair Bruce Angell 115 South McLeod, Arlington, spoke in support of the Plan and thanked the many people who had worked on the Plan. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:45PM. City Attorney suggested continuing the Public Hearing to February 7, 2011 Page 2 of 3 Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meeting January 18, 2011 Steve Baker moved to continue the Public Hearing to February 7, 2011. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote. Fourth Amendment to Interlocal Agreement for Municipal Court Services with the City of Marysville Assistant City Attorney Kristin Banfield spoke to the Fourth Agreement with the City of Marysville for Municipal Court Services, giving a history and update of services provided. She asked for Council approval. Sally Lien moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the Fourth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Municipal Court Services between the City of Marysville and the City of Arlington. Scott Solla seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS Allen Johnson noted the Yellow Pages report. Ms. Banfield noted the Joint Public Hearing between the City of Arlington and Snohomish County regarding Woodland Ridge Joint Venture, et. al. is scheduled for 7:OOPM on Monday, January 31, 2011, at the Byrnes Performing Arts Center. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Larson gave a report of meetings and events she had recently attended. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS — OPTIONAL Dick Butner, Scott Solla, Marilyn Oertle, Linda Byrnes, and Steve Baker gave brief reports while Sally Lien and Chris Raezer had nothing to report at this time. EXECUTIVE SESSION City Attorney announced that there would be need for a 20 to 25 minute Executive Session for the purpose of discussion of pending or potential litigation [RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)] and to review collective bargaining negotiations, grievances, or discussions regarding the interpretation or application of a labor agreement [RCW 42.30.140(4)]. No action would be taken during or after the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:11 PM, and a 5-minute break was taken before the beginning of the Executive Session. RECONVENE and ADJOURNMENT The meeting was reconvened at 8:38PM, and with no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was immediately adjourned. Margaret L rson, Mayor Page 3 of 3