HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 01-27-14Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Workshop
Council Chambers
110 East Third Street
January 27, 2014
Councilmembers Present: Dick Butner, Jan Schuette, Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer, Debora Nelson,
Jesica Stickles, and Randy Tendering
Staff Present: Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Jim Chase, Jim Kelly, Paul Ellis, Nelson Beazley, Bruce
Stedman, Kris Wallace, Roxanne Guenzler and Steve Peiffle
Council Members Absent: None
Also Known to be Present: Mike Hopson, Kirk Boxleitner and Sarah Arney.
Mayor Tolbert called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Chris Raezer moved to approve the agenda; Debora Nelson seconded the motion, which passed with a
unanimous vote.
WORKSHOP ITEMS — NO ACTION WAS TAKEN
67th Ave Final Phase Change Order #5
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the specifics of change order #5 to the 67th Ave Final Phase
construction contract with the requirement to add ADA ramps and pedestrian crosswalk signalization
as well as resurfacing of the 67th Ave-204th St intersection. Total cost of the change order is
$162,338.50 with 80% of that cost being covered by the TIB Grant. Mr. Kelly answered council
questions throughout the discussion
2. WSDOT Turnback Agreement
Jim Kelly addressed the agenda item stating this is a standard WSDOT agreement allowing WSDOT
to deed right-of-way purchased during the SR-9 roundabout project to the city. Mr. Kelly answered
council questions.
3. Amendment of Interlocal Agreement with the City of Marysville for Jail Services
Police Chief Nelson Beazley reviewed the proposed amendment of the Interlocal Agreement for jail
services between the City of Arlington and City of Marysville. The previous agreement expired
December 31, 2013 and the renewal was not received in time to present to Council prior to the end of
the year. Mr. Beazley answered council questions.
4. Interlocal Agreement with the Washington State Patrol for State Fire Service Mobilization
Reimbursement
Fire Chief Bruce Stedman reviewed the Interagency Agreement between State of Washington State
Patrol and Arlington Fire Department. The agreement allows for reimbursement for costs of
personnel, equipment and resources used, during any Washington State Fire Service Resource
Mobilization Plan. Mr. Stedman answered council questions.
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5. Ordinance Correcting the Legal Description of Country Charm Annexation (Ordinance No. 2013-013)
Community and Economic Development Director Paul Ellis reviewed the draft ordinance correcting
the legal description to the Country Charm Annexation. Mr. Ellis answered council questions.
6. Discussion of Property Tax Adjustment Request to Voters (Levy Lid Lift)
Mayor Tolbert reviewed the State of the City Address via PowerPoint. The presentation has been
given to city employees and several civic groups with more to come. Assistant City Administrator
Kristin Banfield distributed "Talking Points", FAQ's and Communication Plan regarding the proposed
ballot measure. Mayor Tolbert and Kristin answered questions throughout the presentation.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
ITEM ADDED -- NOT ON THE AGENDA
Marijuana Ordinance
Councilmember Tendering noted City of Marysville Planning Commission is recommending a ban on
recreational marijuana.
Councilmember Schuette requested the proposed ordinance on the Land Use Code Amendments for
Recreational Marijuana be more accessible on the city's website for citizens to view. Paul Ellis will see
that this is done.
The public hearing for the proposed ordinance is scheduled for February 3, 2014.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Tolbert stated the Snohomish County Tomorrow Steering Committee is taking the MIC to the
County Council.
Mike Hopson has been selected to serve on the Snohomish County Citizens Advisory Board.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 pm
Barbara Tolbert, Mayor
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