HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 07-25-11Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Workshop
Council Chambers
110 East Third Street
July 25, 2011
Dick Butner, Sally Lien, Scott Solla, Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer, Steve Baker, Mayor Larson, Allen
Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Jim Chase, Jim Kelly, Paul Ellis, and Jan Bauer
Council Members Absent: Linda Byrnes (excused)
Also Known to be Present: Sarah Arney — North County Outlook, Debora Nelson, Neil Knutson, Vickie
Solla, Ken Klein, and Kari Ilonummi
Mayor Larson called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM.
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
Clock Donation from DABA
Capital Projects Manager Paul Ellis reviewed the Downtown Business Association proposal of a clock
donation. The clock would be located on the grass strip at the south side of the city hall parking lot.
Discussion followed with favorable comments from the Council.
67th Avenue Easements & Dedications
Public Works Director Jim Kelly addressed the right-of-way acquisitions needed for the 67th Avenue
project. Discussion and questions followed. Council requested that easement maps be available at the
next presentation.
Project Status of 173rd Street Improvements
With the use of a power point presentation City Engineer Eric Scott gave updates of the 173rd Street
improvements, an access to get around the existing thoroughfare of 172nd Street. Mr. Scott indicated that
a transportation specialist, Kris Liljeblad, Diector of Transportation Planning at Perteet, also present, has
been hired to help in the development planning. Throughout the presentation Mr. Scott answered Council
questions. There will be another public outreach meeting on August 9.
6-year Transportation Improvement Plan
Mr. Jim Kelly addressed the Transportation Improvement Plan and those projects which are now, or have
been, worked on. A public hearing on this topic is scheduled for August 15. Mr. Kelly answered Council
questions and noted project funding.
Surplus Equipment/Vehicles
Mr. Kelly addressed the surplus equipment, i.e., 4 pieces of equipment, and he then answered Council
questions and concerns. Mr. Kelly explained some of the options for advertising to get the most money
for the equipment sale.
Transportation Benefit District
Mr. Kelly gave information on the possibility of forming a Transportation Benefit District, and he offered
this up again for Council consideration as an option to gain additional revenue. He and Finance Director
Jim Chase then answered Council questions.
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Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meeting July 25, 2011
Stormwater Wetland Amenities
With the use of a power point presentation Mr. Kelly reviewed the Stormwater Wetland area. He included
an area map and some of the proposed amenities. A lengthy discussion followed.
Stillaquamish Overlay Bid Award
Mr. Kelly stated that the Stillaguamish Avenue Paving Project bid opening is scheduled for July 28, and at
this time there have been three bidders. Mr. Kelly answered Council questions.
Ordinance Adopting Revisions to Water Comp Plan
Mr. Kelly noted the water comprehensive plan update and from where comments have been received. A
Public Hearing on the Plan is forthcoming. He then continued to explain next steps in the process. Mr.
Kelly answered Council questions. A Public Hearing will take place on August 1.
AMC Title 8 — Revisions for Livestock, Chickens, and Bee
Assistant City Administrator Kristin Banfield addressed revisions to the Ordinance Discussion and
clarification followed. This will be addressed at the August 1 Council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25PM.
Margare arson, Mayor
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