HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 09-19-11Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East Third
September 19, 2011
City Council Members Present by Roll Call: Dick Butner, Sally Lien, 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, Fire Chief
Bruce Stedman, Jim Kelly, Eric Scott, David Kuhl, Todd Hall, Cristy Brubaker, Jan Bauer, Steve Peiffle —
City Attorney
Also Known to be Present: Walt Riebe, Vic and Connie Ericson, Ken Klein, Neil Knutson, Mike
Hobson, Fred Owyen, Jeannine and Alan Lish, Kirk Boxleitner
Mayor Larson called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM, and the pledge of allegiance to the flag followed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
moved to approve the Agenda. seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Recognition of Scouts Ryan Winder who painted Fire Station: Ryan Guentz who worked on the
flagpole mounts around Legion Park: and Tanner Swanson who installed Kiosks on the Trail
Assistant City Administrator Kristin Banfield introduced the Scouts who have been working to earn an
Eagle Scout Award. Each Scout, Ryan Winder and Tanner Swansond were in attendance, was
recognized individually by the City and presented a certificate awarded by the Mayor and City Council.
Chief Bruce Stedman spoke to the fire station painting project by Ryan Winder and presented him an
Arlington Fire Fighter's sweatshirt, as well.
Recognition of Vic Ericson
City Administrator Allen Johnson spoke to the many accomplishments that Vic Ericson was associated
with, and he then introduced Mr. Ericson who received a plaque and heard special words from Mayor
Larson. Vic and his wife then shook Council and Staff hands, and Mr. Ericson spoke.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no one in the audience who wished to speak on items not on the agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA
Steve Baker moved and Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion to approve the Consent Agenda which was
unanimously carried to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
1. Minutes of the September 6 and 12, 2011 meetings
2. Accounts Payable
Electronic Payments and Claims Checks #74588 through #74686 dated September 1, 2011
through September 19, 2011 in the amount of $207,799.53
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Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meeting September 19. 2011
PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Amendments to AMC Title 20, Land Use Code
Associate Planner Todd Hall presented the Land Use Code Amendment. He addressed changes that
had been made regarding home occupations, and a proposed change regarding the minimum acreage
requirement.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:25PM.
Vernon Beach, 9111 Tveit Road, Arlington, spoke to the Council, voicing his support to the proposed
change in minimum acrege to 20 acres, as proposed.
City Attorney Steve Peiffle noted that the form of the Ordinance presented to the Council needs a slight
change which would then be reviewed by the City Attorney.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:27PM.
Steve Baker moved to present the item for consideration at the next Council meeting. Dick Butner
seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business.
NEW BUSINESS
186 Street ROW Dedication from Arlington School District
Public Works Director Jim Kelly asked for Council questions that could be directed toward School District
Facilities and Operations Assistance person Fred Owyen, and there were none.
Dick Butner moved to accept the Right of Way for 186th Street from the Arlington School District and
authorize the City Attorney to prepare the required dedication documents for signature by the Mayor and
the Arlington School District. Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
74th Street ROW Dedication from Enviro Propane
Mr. Kelly noted the dedication from Environ Propane.
Dick Butner moved to approve the acceptance of Right of Way for future construction of 74th Avenue
through the Arlington Industrial Park from Enviro Propane and authorize the City Attorney to prepare the
required dedication documents for signature by the Mayor and Enviro Propane. Sally Lien seconded the
motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Authority to Bid Centennial Trail Gap South using Small Works Roster
Mr. Kelly spoke to both of the South and the Central sections of the Centennial Trail.
Marilyn Oertle moved to authorize the staff to advertise the 2011 Centennial Trail Improvements Project
for bid to select contractors from the City's Small Works Roster. Sally Lien seconded the motion that
passed with a unanimous vote.
WWTP Change Order #10
Mr. Kelly addressed the close out of the Water Reclamation Facility, a simple change order that would
cost no money.
Dick Butner moved to accept Change Order No. 6 to the IMCO WWTP Upgrade and Expansion
construction contract and authorize the Mayor to sign the change order pending final approval by the City
Attorney. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Dick Butner moved to amend the motion to reflect the correct change order number from 6 to 10. Sally
Lien seconded themotion which passed with a unanimous vote.
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Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meetinq September 19, 2011
WWTP Project Final Acceptance Letter
Mr. Kelly spoke to the Final Acceptance and Close Out letter. He then answered Council questions.
Dick Butner moved to acknowledge that IMCO General Contractors have met the contractual
requirements for construction of the WWTP Upgrade and Expansion project and authorize the Mayor to
sign a Letter of Final Acceptance to that effect, pending final review by the City Attorney. Sally
seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote.
Approval of Proposed Timeline for Filling Council Vacancy
Assistant City Administrator Kristin Banfield reviewed the timeline created for filling the vacancy of
Councilman Solla.
With Council conflicts occurring on some dates, it was decided that deliberation would occur on
November 281h, with the option for another meeting to be scheduled after that, if necessary.
Steve Baker moved to adopt the proposed timeline, with discussed changes,for filing the Council
vacancy. Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
City Administrator Allen Johnson stated that a freeze will be initiated on this year's budget. The budget
will be addressed at the next Council Workshop.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Larson noted activities and meetings she had recently attended.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORT_ S — OPTIONAL
Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer, Linda Byrnes, and Steve Baker gave brief reports while Dick Butner and
Sally Lien had nothing to report at this time.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Peiffled stated that there was no need for an Executive Session.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:01 PM.
Margaret Larson, Mayor
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