HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 12-19-11Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East Third
December 19, 2011
City Council Members Present by Roll Call: Dick Butner, Sally Lien, Debora Nelson, Marilyn Oertle,
Chris Raezer, Linda Byrnes, and Steve Baker
Council Members Absent: All Council members were present.
City Staff Present: Mayor Larson, Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Paul Ellis, Jim Chase, Police Chief
Nelson Beazley, Detective Rory Bolter, Elizabeth Chamberlin and Monica Schlagel, Fire Chief Bruce
Stedman, MSA Schmidt, Firemen Ruffner, Bassett, Hillis, Anderson, Christou, and Knepper, Sarah
Lopez, Deana Dean, Jim Kelly, David Kuhl, Todd Hall, Bill Blake, Roxanne Guenzler, Sherri Phelps, Julie
Good, Bryan Terry, Linda Taylor, Cristy Brubaker, Jan Bauer, Steve Peiffle - City Attorney
Also Known to be Present: Dennis Byrnes, Jan Schuette, Jean Olson, Katie Ellis, Kirk Boxleitner -
Arlington Times, Neil Knutson, Yolanda Larson, Randy Tendering, Barbara Tolbert, Mike Hopson, Shirley
Case, Arlene Beazley, Terry Marsh, Mary Larson, Laura Kuhl, Ken Klein, Sarah Arney - North County
Outlook, Hank Graafstra, Kirk Person, Mike Larson, Joel Larson, Ben Larson, Anna Larson, Jenny
Larson, Bea Randall, Shawn Yanity, Tanya Yanity, Tara Duff, Kay Duskin, Dave Duskin, Laura Kuhl, Gale
Fiege - Everett Herald, Heather Logan, and Sid Logan.
Mayor Larson called the meeting to order at 6:30PM.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
City Attorney Steve Peiffle announced an Executive Session lasting approximately 20 minutes, with no
action taken during the meeting, to review collective bargaining negotiations, grievances, or discussions
regarding the interpretation or application of a labor agreement [RCW 42.30.140(4)]. At 6:30 the Council
adjourned into Executive Session.
RECONVENE
The Executive meeting was concluded at 6:50PM.
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. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion which passed with a
unanimous vote.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Cornerstone Award - Unique Interiors
With the use of a power point presentation Paul Ellis addressed the move of Unique Interiors to their new
2nd Avenue location. David and Debbie Rhodes came forward and received recognition for their
business.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the audience presented Mayor Larson flowers of appreciation. State Representative Kirk
Pearson addressed those in attendance and honored Mayor Larson, Sally Lien, and Linda Byrnes, as
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they leave their posts as Mayor and Council members. He then presented an award to Mayor Larson and
was asked to speak to the grant recently received for the planned railroad building at Legion Park.
CONSENT AGENDA
With the move from the Consent Agenda of Items 6 and 7: MOU with IAFF Local No. 3728 regarding
2012 Budget Concessions (Attachment E) and the MOU with Arlington Police Officers Assn. regarding
2012 Budget Concessions (Attachment F), both to Unfinished Business, Steve Baker 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 December 5 and 12, 2011 meetings
2. Accounts Payable
Electronic Payments and Claims Checks #75344 through #75464 dated December 6, 2011
through December 19, 2011 in the amount of $1,102,743.21
3. Stillaguamish Overlay Project Closeout
4. Cascade Valley Hospital Utility Easement Dedication
5. COA-ASD Amendment to the 2002 Settlement Agreement
PUBLIC HEARING
Comprehensive Plan Amendments for the Manufacturing Industrial Center
Through the use of a power point presentation Associate Planner Todd Hall located and then spoke to the
new Comprehensive Plan Amendments for the MIC.
At 7:13PM the Public Hearing was opened, and with no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was
immediately closed.
Because Public Hearing items are typically voted on at the meeting following the Public Hearing, Steve
Baker moved to table the item to the next Council meeting. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion which
passed with a unanimous vote.
2011 Budget Amendments
With the use of a power point presentation Finance Director Jim Chase introduced these Amendments as
a general housekeeping items.
The Public hearing was opened at 7:16PM, and with no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was
immediately closed.
Mr. Chase then answered Council questions.
Sally Lien moved to approve the proposed Ordinance amending the 2011 budget for the City of Arlington.
Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution for Public Safety Sales Tax Ballot Proposal
With the use of an overhead presentation City Administrator Allen Johnson projected and then spoke to
the General Fund Budget Elements - Revenues. Mr. Johnson then answered Council questions.
Sally Lien moved to approve the proposed resolution providing for the submission to the City voters at the
February 14, 2012 special election of a proposition authorizing an additional sales and use tax at the rate
of 0.1 percent pursuant to RCW 82.14.450 to be used exclusively for police and fire protection purposes;
providing a form of the ballot proposition; entering legislative findings; and providing direction to staff.
Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Ordinance for Adoption of Amendments to AMC Chapter 3.16 Utility Tax Rates
With the use of a power point presentation Allen Johnson projected information and then addressed the
requested Ordinance for Adoption of Amendments to the Utility Tax Rates. He then answered Council
questions regarding the impact these taxes would have on a family of 4. Discussion followed
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Sally Lien moved to approve the ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code Chapter 3.16 regarding
Utility Tax Rates and adopting a Sunset Clause. Chris Raezer seconded the motion that passed with a
unanimous vote.
MOU with IAFF Local No. 3728 regarding 2012 Budget Concessions
Mr. Johnson spoke to the overall cuts for City employees, and the recent negotiations with Fire and Police
Unions. He then addressed firefighter union proposals regarding shifts, staffing, and the contract.
Sally Lien moved to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the IAFF Local NO. 3728 regarding
2012 Budget concessions. Chris Raezer seconded the motion which passed with a 4-0-0-3 majority vote
with Dick Butner, Marilyn Oertle, and Steve Baker, casting the votes in opposition.
Memorandum of Understanding with Arlington Police Officers Association regarding 2012 Budget
Concessions
Mr. Johnson addressed the Budget savings resulting in the MOU with the Arlington Police Officers
Association.
Chris Raezer thanked those for their stepping up to make it a balanced Budget. Debora Nelson
addressed feelings of disrespect directed toward the Council in regards to a couple of specific points in
the MOU. Linda Byrnes spoke in support of the willingness for the Officers to step up to the plate.
Sally Lien moved to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Arlington Police Officers
Association regarding 2013 Budget Concessions. Chris Raezer seconded the motion which passed with
a 4-0-0-3 majority vote, with Dick Butner, Marilyn Oertle and Steve Baker, casting the votes in opposition.
Ordinance to Adopt the 2012 Budget
Mr. Johnson gave a background of working with the budget in these difficult times.
Mr. Baker then voiced his disapproval of the 2012 Budget situation, stating that these are but temporary
fixes and cuts must be made. Chris Raezer then spoke in support of the Budget, noting that it is not a
final fix. Dick Butner voiced opposition to the Budget. Linda Byrnes and Sally Lien spoke in support of the
Budget.
Sally Lien moved to approve the proposed Ordinance adopting the 2012 Budget for the City of Arlington.
Chris Raezer seconded the motion that passed with a 4-0-0-3 majority vote, with Dick Butner, Marilyn
Oertle, and Steve Baker casting the votes in opposition.
Sublease with Arlington Food Bank
Paul Ellis spoke to the recent move of the Arlington Food Bank and the grant awarded for a new building.
The Food Bank is now at a temporary site. Mr. Ellis then noted the new proposed location and spoke to
the site amenities. This would be a 25-year sub -lease. He then introduced Food Bank President Sharon
Moon, and others involved with the Food Bank were introduced. Ms. Moon thanked the City for what they
have done, and still do, to support the Food Bank.
Mr. Ellis addressed Council concerns and questions.
Linda Byrnes moved to authorize the Mayor to sign a Sublease Agreement with the Arlington Food Bank
for shared use of Lot 107. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
NEW BUSINESS
Professional Services Agreement with Dawson's Place for Child Interview Specialist
Police Chief Nelson Beazley presented the requested Child Interview Specialist.
Sally Lien moved to authorize the Mayor to sign a professional services agreement for Child Interview
Specialist Services with Dawson Place. Dick Butner seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous
vote.
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Fifth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Municipal Court Services with Marysville
Chief Beazley briefly spoke to the importance of this ILA.
Sally Lien moved to approve the proposed Fifth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Municipal
Court Services between the City of Marysville and the City of Arlington. Marilyn Oertle seconded the
motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Graafstra Annexation — Development Agreement
Natural Resources Manager Bill Blake briefly spoke to the requested Graafstra Annexation Development
Agreement. There were no Council questions
Steve Baker moved to approve the Amended Agreement regarding the Conditions of Annexation with
Hank and Betty Graafstra. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Larson did not give a report tonight.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Dick Butner noted that this year marks his 8 years with perfect attendance.
PRESENTATIONS HONORING MAYOR LARSON, ALSO COUNCILMEMBERS LIEN AND BYRNES
Allen Johnson praised Mayor Larson's job and duties and wonderful leadership as Mayor of Arlington. He
then thanked the family of Mayor Larson, noting that Mr. Larson had also served as Fire Chief and Mayor
of Arlington giving the Larsons 19 years of service. Mr. Johnson read and then presented a plaque to
Margaret Larson, outgoing Mayor of Arlington. She then briefly spoke.
Chairman and Fisheries Manager for the Stillaguamish Tribe Shawn Yanity called his family to help with
the presentation. He spoke highly of Mayor Margaret recounting ways in which they had worked
together. He noted that the tribe is going to invest and help with Nutrition, also with needs of the Arlington
Fire and Police Departments. He honored Mayor Margaret with a medicine blanket.
The Tribe also honored Sally Lien and Linda Byrnes with a medicine blanket.
In addition Mr. Yanity honored Barbara Tolbert with a medicine blanket, and he then explained the
blanket symbols.
Bill Blake presented Shawn Yanity an eagle carving, and then Mr. Blake read information regarding the
eagle carving and what it represents for a better tomorrow.
Sarah Arney from the Arlington Arts Council spoke words of thanks to Mayor Margaret and noted all of
help she has given the Arts Council. Ron's eagle sculpture is to be dedicated to Mayor Margaret and
noted with a plaque.
Mayor Larson then introduced her son and daughter, along with her 4 grandchildren, also her sister in law
Donna.
Mayor Larson then praised and presented Sally Lien with a plaque of appreciation for 16+ years and a job
well done. Ms. Lien then spoke.
Mayor Larson praised and thanked Linda Byrnes for her dedicated service. She was also presented a
plaque of appreciation.
Fire Chief Bruce Stedman also spoke in appreciation of Mayor Margaret and Linda Byrnes. He then
presented Sally Lien with a signed fireman's hat, as she has been public safety liaison for many years.
Police Chief Nelson Beazley spoke in appreciation of Sally Lien and Linda Byrnes. He presented Sally
Lien with a plaque of appreciation and thanks.
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ADJOURNMENT & REFRESHMENTS
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:48PM. A coffee
and cookie social followed.
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Barbara Tolbert, Mayor
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