HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 02-7-11Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East Third
February 7, 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, Officer Brian DeWitt, Dennis Kelly, Fire Chief Bruce Steadman,
Tom Cooper, Jim Kelly, Bryan Terry, David Kuhl, Todd Hall, Jan Bauer, and Steve Peiffle — City
Attorney
Also Known to be Present: Bruce Angell — Planning Commission Chair, Sarah Arney — North
County Outlook, Ralph Monty, Neil Knudson, Gale Fiege — Everett Herald, and Distinguished
Senior Citizen Ray Harman
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
Cornerstone Award — Arlington Vision, Neil Eberhardt, O.D.
Assistant to the City Administrator for Special Projects Paul Ellis introduced Dr. Neil Eberhardt
of the Arlington Vision Center. Mayor Larson then presented Dr. Eberhardt his Cornerstone
Award.
Recognition of Photo Contest Winners
Sarah Higgins gave a brief description of the Arlington Eagle Fest photograph contest, and with
an overhead projection showed pictures of the photo categories as she presented awards to
Sarah Arney and Sheri Wiederspohn; she also mentioned winners Austin Smith and Bob Kuest
who were not present.
Recognition of Dennis Kelly, Arlington Police Department Volunteer Coordinator
Officer Brian DeWitt introduced police Volunteer Coordinator Dennis Kelly and gave a
description of his position. Mr. Kelly was honored with a plaque for his well appreciated work.
Mr. and Mrs. Morse were also introduced and honored.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no one in the audience who wished to speak to matters not on the Agenda.
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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 18 and 24, 2011 meetings
2. Accounts Payable
Electronic Payments and Claims Checks #72358 through #72522 dated January 19,
2011 through February 7, 2011 in the amount of $1,726,525.04, and
Electronic Payments and Payroll Checks #27100 through #27125 for the period of
January 1, 2011 through January 31, 2011 in the amount of $1,132,748.45
3. Proclamation — Career & Technical Education Month
At the request of Mayor Larson, Councilmember Linda Byrnes read the Careers & Technical
Education Proclamation, and Program Advisor Bret Sarver, introduced students in attendance
who represent many of the clubs associated with Arlington High School.
PUBLIC HEARING
Ordinance Adopting 2008 Comp Plan Amendments (Water, Storm & Graafstra Comp
Plans
Associate Planner Todd Hall reviewed the Comp Plan Amendments noting that these had been
addressed in the past, and with the use of an overhead projection he located the Graafstra
property on a site map.
The Public Hearing was opened for public comment at 7:18PM and with no one wishing to
speak, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Hall then answered Council questions.
Steve Baker moved to adopt the Ordinance for the 2008 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
(PLN20080006, PLN20080007, PLN20080023, PLN20080024, PLN20080025), including the
Stormwater Management Plan, Sewer System Plan, Comprehensive Water System Plan,
Graafstra Lowlands and Concurrent Rezone, and to postpone the adoption of the
Transportation CPA (PLN20080022) until the Transportation Plan Update is completed. Scott
Solla seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Ordinance Adopting Land Use Code Amendments on Electrical Vehicle Infrastructure
Associate Planner Todd Hall gave an explanation of the requested Electric Vehicle
Infrastructure.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:24PM, and with no one wishing to speak, the Public
Hearing was closed immediately.
Steve Baker moved to adopt the Ordinance for the Proposed Land Use Code Amendments —
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (PLN20110003), which shall amend Chapters 20.08, 20.40, 20.44,
20.72 and 20.98 of the Arlington Municipal Code, as presented by Community Development staff
and recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. Sally Lien seconded the motion that
passed with a unanimous vote.
Ordinance Adopting Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 2010 — West Arlington Sub -
Area Plan
Associate Planner Todd Hall addressed the West Arlington Sub Area Plan, giving a brief
description of the Amendment.
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The Public Hearing was opened at 7:29PM. Scott Whippo who lives in Smokey Point voiced
concern that he was unable to open the Comp Plan on the City's website. He also spoke
regarding 173`d which is located to the north of 172"d, and wondered if this West Arlington Sub
Area Plan adoption would include the road (173`d) which residents do not want. Associate
Planner Todd Hall and Community Development Director David Kuhl answered Mr. Whippo's
questions about 173`d Street and stated that indeed, a road that has been approved for several
years and is designed as stated. Mr. Whippo is concerned that the road is being put in against
the wish of those nearby residents and mostly for the support of company corporations. Mr.
Whippo then asked for reconsideration of the proposed plan.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:36PM.
Scott Solla thanked those involved in the project and Dick Butner noted that the proposed road
would relieve some of the Smokey Point traffic congestion. Todd Hall then answered Council
questions.
Steve Baker moved to adopt the Ordinance for the West Arlington Sub Area Plan, 2010
Comprehensive Plan Amendment (PLN20100002) as presented by Community Development staff
and recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business
NEW BUSINESS
67t' Ave Phase III — Supplement #3 to Obligate Right of Way Funding
Public Works Director Jim Kelly addressed the Supplemental Agreement for the 67th Avenue
Phase III Project.
Scott Solla moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the WSDOT Local Agency Supplement
Agreement #3 obligating $390,000.00 of STP grant funding to the 67th Ave, Phase III right-of-
way acquisition process, pending final review by the City Attorney. Dick Butner seconded the
motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
67th Ave. Phase III — Right of Way Plan and Administrative Offers
Mr. Kelly reviewed the request and answered Council questions.
Scott Solla moved to approve the 67th Ave Rehabilitation Project, Phase 3 right of way
Preliminary Funding Estimate and authorize staff to move forward with the ROW acquisition in
accordance ROW acquisition procurement policy and procedure approved by Council Oct 18,
2010. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
WWTP Change Order # 8
Mr. Kelly addressed the requested Change Order #8 and answered several Council questions.
Dick Butner moved to approve Change Order No. 8 to the IMCO WWTP Upgrade and
Expansion construction contract, pending final review by City Attorney. Sally Lien seconded the
motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
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Resolution Adopting the City's Revised Financial Management Policies
Finance Director Jim Chase spoke to the City's Revised Financial Management Policies. There
were no Council questions.
Steve Baker moved to adopt the proposed Resolution adopting Revised Financial Management
Policies for the City of Arlington. Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous
vote.
INFORMATION
With the use of an overhead demonstration Information Services Manager Bryan Terry gave an
introduction of the City's newly developed website which is scheduled to go live on February 10,
2011.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator Allen Johnson introduced Paul Ellis who then noted the likelihood for the
Hogan building to be used by Dr. Cartwright. He went on to discuss clinic parking as it relates
to the nearby Centennial Trail.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Larson gave a report of activities and meetings she had recently attended.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS — OPTIONAL
Steve Baker, Linda Byrnes, Chris Raezer, Marilyn Oertle, Scott Solla, Sally Lien, and Dick
Butner gave brief reports.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
City Attorney announced the need for an Executive Session lasting approximately 30 minutes
to review collective bargaining negotiations, grievances, or discussions regarding the
interpretation or application of a labor agreement [RCW 42.30.140(4)] and for the discussion of
pending or potential litigation [RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)]. No action would be taken during or after
the Session. The Council adjourned into Executive Session at 8:24PM with a 5-minute break
beforehand.
At 9:03PM Mayor Larson announced to the audience that the Executive Session would be
extended 10 minutes.
At 9:11 PM the meeting was reconvened and with no further action to be taken, the meeting was
immediately adjourned.
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