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Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East Third
March 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, Jim Kelly, David Kuhl, Bill Blake, Cristy Brubaker, Jan Bauer,
Steve Peiffle — City Attorney
Also Known to be Present: Walt Riebe, Gale Fiege — Everett Herald, Sarah Arney — North
County Outlook, Ron Thomas, Keri Ilonummi, Nola Smith, George Bolton, Mike Hobson, and
Lisa Watkins
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
Special Presentation by Michael Prihoda, Executive Director, Arlington Smokey Point
Chamber of Commerce
From Arlington's Chamber of Commerce Mr. Michael Prihoda and board members announced
Mayor Margaret Larson as the recipient of the 2011 Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year
Award. Mr. Prihoda gave thumbnail information of Mayor Larson's lifetime community activities
and then honored the Mayor with a plaque.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Kari Ilonummi came before the Council as a former candidate for a Council position, and
addressed financial matters. He was asked to continue his information to a Council Workshop.
Angie Donnelson, 4003 246th ST NE, Arlington, spoke to the proposed closure of the Helping
Hands Service.
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 February 22 and 28, 2011 meetings
2. Accounts Payable:
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Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meeting March 7, 2011
EFT Payments and Claims Checks #72681 through #72791 .dated February 23, 2011
through March 7, 2011 in the amount of $892,226.32, and
EFT Payments and Payroll Checks #27126 through #27151 for the period of
February 1, 2011 through February 28, 2011 in the amount of $1,169,298.03
3. Authorization of the closure of the City Hall Parking Lot for an event on August 11-14,
2011
PUBLIC HEARING
There was no Public Hearing
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business.
NEW BUSINESS
Authorize the Mayor to Sign a Letter of Substantial Completion on the Arlington Waste
Water Treatment Plant
Public Works Director Jim Kelly provided information regarding Arlington's Waste Water
Treatment Plant and a letter of that project's Substantial Completion. Mr. Kelly was praised for
this accomplishment which takes place 3 months ahead of schedule and is under budget.
Dick Butner moved to acknowledge IMCO General Contractors have achieved "Substantial
Completion" on construction of the WETP Upgrade and Expansion Project and authorize the
Mayor to sign a Letter of Substantial Completion to that effect. Scott Solla seconded the motion
that passed with a unanimous vote.
Approval of Ordinance Adding AMC 13.36 Regarding Pre -Treatment
Assistant City Administrator noted the new chapter to the Arlington Municipal Code. She briefly
described this update project.
Scott Solla moved to approve the proposed Ordinance adding a new Arlington Municipal Code
Chapter 13.36 regarding wastewater pretreatment. Dick Butner seconded the motion that
passed with a unanimous vote.
Arlington Valley Land Wetland Dedication
Environmental Manager Bill Blake noted that this Dedication had been previously presented at a
Workshop. He asked for Council acceptation of the dedication.
Steve Baker moved to authorize the Mayor to sign a Boundary Line Adjustment accepting the
dedication of an additional 26,000 sq/ft to be added to lot 9 that is already owned by the City.
Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Approval of Resolution Adopting the 2011 Comp Plan Docket
Community Services Director David Kuhl reviewed the seven items contained in the Docket.
Mr. Kuhl then answered Council questions.
Steve Baker moved to adopt the resolution approving the 2011 Comprehensive Plan
Amendment Final Docket (PLN20110011). Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed with a
unanimous vote.
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Authorizing the Mayor to Sign an Interlocal Agreement with Snohomish County for a
Tourism Promotion Area
Kristin Banfield briefly presented the Agreement to fund the promotion of tourism. Discussion
followed with Chris Raezer noting his reluctance to support this because of the lack of a good
exit agreement. Other Council members added their thoughts to the requested agreement and
discussions held concerning this Agreement.
Sally Lien moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the Interlocal Agreement authorizing the
establishment of the Snohomish County Tourism Promotion Area. Dick Butner seconded the
motion that passed with a majority vote, with a Chris Raezer and Linda Byrnes casting votes in
opposition.
Approval of a Resolution Adopting the 21011 Goals for the City
Kristin Banfield asked for approval of the Resolution.
Steve Baker moved to approve the proposed Resolution formally adopting the City's 2011 Goals
and Priorities. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Approval of a Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance of Ammunition Donations from
Walmart
Police Chief Nelson Beazley requested acceptance of the Walmart donation of ammunition. He
then answered Council questions.
Sally Lien moved to approve the proposed Resolution to accept the donation of ammunition
from Walmart on an ongoing basis. Dick Butner seconded the motion that passed with a
unanimous vote.
Authorizing the Mayor to Sign a Contract with Feldman & Lee for Public Defender
Ms. Banfield addressed the request for Feldman & Lee public defender services.
Sally Lien moved to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Feldman & Lee for public
defender services. Scott Solla seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
At the request of Allen Johnson, Police Chief Nelson Beazley gave details on the robbery at
Island Crossing that resulted in television's Washington's Most Wanted honoring Officer Mike
Phillips for his efforts.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Larson reported on events she had recently attended.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Dick Butner, Sally Lien, Scott Solla, Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer, Linda Byrnes, and Steve
Baker gave brief reports.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Peiffle stated that there was no need for an Executive Session.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:03PM.
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Margar Larson, Mayor
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