HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 04-18-11Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East Third
April 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: All Council members were present.
City Staff Present: Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Paul Ellis, Fire Chief Bruce Steadman, Rob Putnam,
David Kuhl, Sherri Phelps, Jan Bauer, and Steve Peiffle — City Attorney
Also Known to be Present: Jim Rankin, Walt Riebe, Mike Hobson, Gale Fiege — Everett Herald, Kay
Duskin, Ron Thomas — Star Comp Plan Amendment, Deb Borgens — Arlington School District, Fred
Owyen — Lakewood School District, and Kari Ilonummi
In the absence of Mayor Larson, Mayor Pro Tern Steve Baker called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM, and
the pledge of allegiance to the flag followed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Marilyn Oertle moved to approve the Agenda. Sally Lien seconded the motion which passed with a
unanimous vote.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Sherri Phelps thanked the Council for their support and stated that the City has won the Well City Award
for the 12th time. thus earning a 2% premium discount for 2012 a total of 12-months (Jan -Dec 2012).
PUBLIC COMMENT
Kari Ilonummi spoke to the impeachment of President Obama and a worsening of the economy, and he
left for review the Articles of Impeachment.
CONSENT AGENDA
Marilyn Oertle moved and Chris Raezer seconded the motion to approve the Consent Agenda which was
unanimously carried to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
1. Minutes of the April 4 and 11th, 2011 meetings
2. Accounts Payable
Electronic Payments and Claims Checks #73076 through #73229 dated April 5, 2011 through
April 18, 2011 in the amount of $927,535.32.
3. Reappointment of Laura Kuhl to the Lodging Tax & Advisory Committee to April 1, 2013; and
Bruce Wargo to PARC to 4-1-2015
PUBLIC HEARING
Star Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Concurrent Rezone
Community Services Director David Kuhl verbally located the Star project and identified the project
applicants. He quickly reviewed the proposed change to parcels in the Star Annexation and gave the
benefits if this were to be adopted.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:08PM and with no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was
immediately closed.
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Marilyn Oertle moved to adopt the Ordinance approving the Star Comprehensive Plan Amendment
(PLN20110010) and Concurrent Rezone (PLN20110012). Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed
with a unanimous vote.
Arlington School District Capital Facilities Plan Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Mr. Kuhl then addressed the Arlington School District Capital Facilities Comp Plan Amendment. He
briefly addressed modifications to their previous plan and gave a history of the city reviews.
At 7:10PM the Public Hearing was opened and with no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was
immediately closed.
Marilyn Oertle moved to approve the Ordinance approving the Arlington School District Capital Facilities
Plan Comprehensive Plan Amendment (PLN20110008). Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed
with a unanimous vote.
Lakewood School District Capital Facilities Plan Comprehensive Plan
Mr. Kuhl briefly reviewed the Lakewood School Comprehensive Plan changes and reviewed the times it
had been formally addressed.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:14PM and with no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was
immediately closed.
Marilyn Oertle moved to approve the Ordinance approving the Lakewood School District Capital Facilities
Plan Comprehensive Plan Amendment (PLN20110009). Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed
with a unanimous vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business.
NEW BUSINESS
Purchase of Airfield Cameras
Airport Manager Rob Putnam spoke to the reasons for the requested purchase of cameras. He stated
that the Airport Commission has requested Council approval. Mr. Putnam then answered Council
questions.
Linda Byrnes moved to approve the purchase of two AXESP5534-E outdoor pan -tilt zoom cameras in the
amount of $6,226.86. Dick Butner seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Approval to Surplus the Buildings on Airport lots 12 & 13 (the Old A & B Hangars)
Mr. Putnam asked for discussion and approval of the building surplus request. He then gave a
background of the requested project and a schedule of events, if this project were to be approved, and
the cost of tenant rental. Discussion and questions followed. He noted that the Airport Commission has
requested project approval.
It was established that a Resolution would be necessary.
Linda Byrnes moved to approve a Resolution to make Airport Lots 12 and 13 (the old A & B hangars)
surplus, and direct the City Attorney to draft a Resolution to be signed by the Mayor Pro Tem. Chris
Raezer seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote.
Interlocal Agreement with Monroe Fire District #3 for Vehicle Maintenance
Fire Chief Bruce Steadman addressed the Maintenance service. He then answered Council questions.
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Sally Lien moved to approve the Interlocal Agreement with Monroe Fire District #3 for vehicle and
apparatus maintenance and authorize the Mayor Pro Tern to sign the agreement. Marilyn Oertle
seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
Mr. Allen Johnson thanked the Council for their help in briefing the Council, as last week's workshop did
not happen.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Larson was not present to give a report.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS — OPTIONAL
Dick Butner, Marilyn Oertle, Steve Baker, Chris Raezer, and Linda Byrnes gave brief reports, while Sally
Lien had nothing to report at this time.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
City Attorney announced that there would be need for an Executive Session lasting approximately 20
minutes, with no action taken during or after the meeting, to review collective bargaining negotiations,
grievances, or discussions regarding the interpretation or application of a labor agreement [RCW
42.30.140(4)]
The meeting was adjourned into Executive Session at 7:49PM, after a 5-minute break.
RECONVENE
The meeting reconvened at 8:14PM and with no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
was immediately adjourned.
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