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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned minutes 4-23-12Minutes of the Arlington City Council Workshop Council Chambers 110 East Third Street April 23, 2012 Dick Butner Randy Tendering, Debora Nelson, Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer, Ken Klein, Steve Baker, Mayor Tolbert, Kristin Banfield, Jim Chase, Police Chief Nelson Beazley, Police Officers Lisa Wojciechowicz and Rory Bolter, Fire Chief Bruce Stedman, Jim Kelly, Eric Scott, Rob Putnam, David Kuhl, Todd Hall, Cristy Brubaker, Paul Ellis, Jan Bauer, Steve Peiffle — City Attorney Council Members Absent: Everyone was present. Also Known to be Present: Mike Hopson — Airport Commission, Bruce Angell — Planning Commission Chair, Josh Herschlip — Aces Casino, Sarah Arney — North County Outlook Mayor Tolbert called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM. Marilyn Oertle moved to approve the Agenda, and Chris Raezer seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous vote approving the Workshop Agenda. Mayor Tolbert noted that for this meeting the Agenda would change to allowing attendees to comment at the end of each presentation Aces Casino Relocation Request Community Development Director David Kuhl and Associate Planner Todd Hall presented the request for a variance for house banked card rooms for the Aces Relocation proposed move to the Buzz Inn Steak House building. With the use of an overhead projection, the area of the Buzz Inn site was projected. At the conclusion of this presentation Mr. Kuhl asked for Council input. Police Chief Nelson Beazley answered that there are very few calls for service in the vicinity of Aces Casino. Discussion followed. Planning Commission Chair Bruce Angell also spoke to the issue, noting that Aces Casino does well at self -policing and the crime issue seems to be a non -issue, with the issue of secondary crimes study yet unfounded. He continued by explaining the way in which Tukwila has addressed their gambling issue. Chair Angell is hopeful that this issue can be permanently resolved through a formal City process of changing rules and regulations. Discussion followed. Josh Herschlip — Aces Casino Manager, 8402 76th Avenue Marysville, addressed the question of how Aces is different than a tribal casino. He also answered several other Council questions. Mr. Herschlip then made his presentation on the requested change, citing the positive results that could take place for both the City of Arlington and his businesses of Aces and Buzz Inn. Public Comment Gary Wallen, pastor, Praise Chapel on Smokey Point Drive, gave a history of himself and of the chapel, and he spoke to the issue of a possible nearby casino, noting his concern that this type of establishment draws more undesirable individuals and, as a result, family -style businesses often disappear. Pastor Wallen does realize that the City needs the revenue. He then answered Council questions. Page 1 of 3 Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meeting April 23, 2011 Martin Van Leuven, 11020 Maple Lane, Lake Stevens, owner of Kidzle B Kids, a daycare in close proximity to the present Buzz Inn location, voiced concern and has reservations about the casino -type of establishment being closer to his business. William D Tackitt 12009 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Stevens, a 30+ year proprietor of the Buzz Inn and initial investor in Aces Casino, spoke in favor of the requested change of locations which would result in Aces being closer to 1-5, and with that the center is on a downhill spiral, noted that Aces could be a stimulus for that area. Mr. Tacket then answered Council questions. Martin Van Leuven spoke again, noting that he does not oppose the Aces request, however he would like the Council to look at the park area and make a win -win situation to deter crime that the park encourages. The Council indicated that it would like to go forward with Option 1, to direct staff to move forward with modifying Title 20 to reduce location restrictions. At 8:23PM the Council took a short break, and at 8:27PM the meeting was reconvened. 15t Quarter Financial Report With the use of a power point presentation Finance Director Jim Chase gave a financial report on the first quarter of 2012. Throughout the presentation Mr. Chase addressed Council concerns and questions. Interfund Loan Status Update Jim Chase spoke to the interfund loans needing monetary assistance until revenues are actually received. He answered Council questions throughout the presentation. Resolution — Public Safety sales Tax on August 7, 2012 Primary Ballot Assistant City Administrator Kristin Banfield spoke to the requested August 7 Public Safety Sales Tax.She suggested that the Council seriously consider this as a means for funding Public Safety. She and Mr Chase then answered Council questions. Discussion followed. Police Chief Nelson Beazley and Fire Chief Bruce Stedman answered Council questions and a lengthy discussion followed regarding whether this item should be placed on the ballot. Chief Beazley gave a report on Arlington Police Accreditation and then distributed a copy of the annual report. Authority to Bid 67th Ave NE, Phase III Project With the use of a power point presentation City Engineer Eric Scott gave a brief overview of the 671h Avenue Project, Phase III. Throughout the presentation Mr. Scott answered Council questions. This will be considered for Council approval at the next Council meeting. Bid Support Contract with KBA for 671h Ave NE, Phase III Project Mr. Scott noted that three firms had been interviewed for the bid, and KBA has been selected. He had presented the initial contract and proposal. Mr. Scott then answered Council questions. This will be considered for Council approval at the next meeting. HDTR Supplement #7 for 67th Ave. NE Phase III Project This request, presented by Mr. Scott, is related to design and five design alternatives which provide options as work proceeds. Throughout the presentation, Mr. Scott answered Council questions. This will be addressed at the next Council meeting. Page 2 of 3 Minutes of the City_ of Arlington City Council Meeting April 23. 2011 Airport Water Line Protect Airport Manager Rob Putnam gave a presentation in regards to the request to complete the Water Line Project prior to asphalting that area. Mr. Putnam answered Council questions throughout his presentation. Fee Resolution — Final Review Kristin Banfield noted the minor revisions and briefly spoke to changes made Appointments to Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission Ms. Banfield noted the vacancies that would be filled, with Council approval of applicants Brittany Kleinman and Kaitlin Valentini. Miscellaneous Council Items Steve Baker, Marilyn Oertle, and Debora Nelson gave brief reports, while Dick Butner, Chris Raezer, Ken Klein and Randy Tendering had nothing to report. PUBLIC COMMENT Sarah Arney suggested that Aces spruce up the back of the strip mall with art, should they be allowed to move to that area. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:45PM. MW- ifs'Barbara Tolbert, Mayor Page 3of3