HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 06-27-11Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Workshop
Council Chambers
110 East Third Street
June 27, 2011
Dick Butner, Sally Lien, Scott Solla, Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer, Linda Byrnes, Steve Baker, Mayor
Larson, Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Jim Chase, Jim Kelly, Eric Scott, Cristy Brubaker, Paul Ellis, Jan
Bauer, and Steve Peiffle — City Attorney
Council Members Absent: There were no Council members absent.
Also Known to be Present: Neil Knutson, Jim Rankin, Ken Klein, and Sarah Arney — North County
Outlook
Mayor Larson called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM, and she stated that there would be a 30 minute
Executive Session at the conclusion of the workshop with no action to be taken during or after the
Session. The pledge of allegiance to the flag followed.
Steve Baker moved to approve the Agenda, and Sally Lien seconded the motion, which passed with a
unanimous vote approving the Workshop Agenda.
WORKSHOP ITEMS — NO FINAL ACTION WAS TAKEN
AMC 12.52 — Grading Permits (Ordinance) & Grading Fees (Fee Resolution)
Public Works Director Jim Kelly discussed the revision of the Grading Ordinance and issues that Council
had expressed at a previous review time, and he then answered Council questions.
Mr. Kelly asked to have the Ordinance move forward and that he return with additional grading fees
information. Additional discussion followed where Mr. Kelly answered Council questions.
Washington — Lenore Waterline Bid Results
Mr. Kelly distributed the bid results for the Lenore Waterline, and he then addressed aspects of the
project, also answering Council questions throughout.
67th Ave Amenities
With the use of a power point presentation Mr. Kelly spoke to the 5 block options for colors and shapes
available for the proposed 67th Avenue retaining wall. Throughout the presentation Mr. Kelly addressed
Council questions and concerns. A Council choice is required for the final construction block package
decision, and the Council was asked to observe area retaining walls; also samples can be made available
by Mr. Kelly for Council consideration at an upcoming Workshop meeting.
EMS Fee Write -Offs and Collections
Finance Director Jim Chase addressed the uncollected EMS transport fees. He asked that Council
approve the pursuit of a services agreement with a collection agency for the collection of outstanding
amounts which are due to the City. Mr. Chase then answered Council questions, and discussion
followed.
AMC 8.17.010 — Other Livestock
Assistant City Administrator Kristin Banfield addressed 'other livestock'. Councilman Baker voiced
concern with this action in regards to keeping livestock. Applying a grandfathering provision for the
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property land use was suggested and discussed. City Attorney Steve Peiffle also spoke to the issues of
grandfathering. Discussion and clarification followed. This will again be discussed by the Council at a
future Workshop.
Results of 2011 WCIA Audit
City Administrator Allen Johnson spoke to the results from the recent 2011 WCIA Audit reviewing
particular items with the Council.
Miscellaneous Council items
A Cities and Towns meeting on July 21 in Marysville will include the speaker Mr. Washburn who has quite
an extensive aerospace background. Mr. Johnson urged Council members to attend.
Executive Session
At 8:18PM the Council adjourned into a 30-minute executive session with a 5 minute break beforehand
for the purpose 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)], with no action to be taken during or after the Session.
RECONVENE AND ADJOURNMENT
The Council reconvened at 8:42PM and with no further action to be taken, the meeting was immediately
adjourned.
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Margaret Larson, Mayor
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