HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 03-17-14Minutes of the Arlington
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City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East Third
March 17, 2014
City Council Members Present by Roll Call: Dick Butner, Jan Schuette, Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer,
Debora Nelson, Jesica Stickles, and Randy Tendering
Council Members Absent: None
City Staff Present: Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Paul Ellis, Bill Blake, Maxine Jenft, Deana Dean, and
Steve Peiffle — City Attorney
Also Known to be Present: Bob Nelson, Mike Hopson, and Kari Ilonummi.
Mayor Tolbert called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the pledge of allegiance followed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Chris Raezer moved to approve the Agenda. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion which passed with a
unanimous vote.
INTRODUCTIONS OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
Mayor Tolbert read the proclamation that April 1, 2014 be recognized as National Service Recognition
Day.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Kari Ilonummi addressed the proposed property tax adjustment.
CONSENT AGENDA
Chris Raezer 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 March 3 and 10, 2014 Council meetings
2. Accounts Payable: EFT Payments & Claims Checks #81402 through #81489 dated March 4,
2014 through March 17, 2014 in the amount of $1,095,778.98.
PUBLIC HEARING
None
NEW BUSINESS
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Riverfront Master Plan Adoption
Stormwater & Natural Resources Manager Bill Blake spoke to the request to adopt the Riverfront Master
Plan to allow the city to move forward on a grant request to the Recreation and Conservation Office for
improvements to Haller Park and Country Charm Park and Conservation Area. Council comments and
questions followed.
Marilyn Oertle moved and Chris Raezer seconded the motion to approve the resolution adopting the 2014
Riverfront Master Plan. The motion was approved by a unanimous vote.
Professional Services Aqreement with Shockey Planninq Group for Comprehensive Plan
Consulting
Community & Economic Development Director Paul Ellis spoke to the proposed professional service
agreement with Shockey Planning Group to assist in the development of the Comprehensive Plan
Updates.
Marilyn Oertle moved and Jesica Stickles seconded the motion to enter into the Professional Service
Agreement with Shockey Planning Group, not to exceed the amount of $30,000; and authorize the Mayor
to sign the Agreement. The motion was approved by a unanimous vote.
Affordable Housing Interlocal Agreement
Paul Ellis spoke to the request to approve the interlocal agreement with The Alliance for Affordable
Housing which allows for cities to work collaboratively on affordable housing options.
Marilyn Oertle moved and Dick Butner seconded the motion to approve the Affordable Housing Interlocal
Agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign it. The motion was approved by a unanimous vote.
Dedication of rights of way from Best Western
Paul Ellis spoke to the Right of Way Dedication by Best Western for 173rd Street.
Marilyn Oertle moved and Randy Tendering seconded the motion to accept the Dedication of Right -of -
Way from Best Western. The motion was approved by a unanimous vote.
Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Agreement with Snohomish County for the joint operation and
maintenance of Twin Rivers Park
Assistant City Administrator Kristin Banfield spoke to the renewal of the interlocal agreement with
Snohomish County for the joint operation and maintenance of Twin Rivers Park.
Marilyn Oertle moved and Chris Raezer seconded the motion to approve Amendment #1 to the Interlocal
Agreement with Snohomish County for the joint operation and maintenance of Twin Rivers Park and
authorize the Mayor to sign it. The motion was approved by a unanimous vote.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator Allen Johnson stated he is pleased council members will be attending the SCC
meeting this week.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS and MAYOR'S REPORT
Randy Tendering, Jesica Stickles, Debora Nelson, Chris Raezer, Marilyn Oertle, Jan Schuette, and Dick
Butner gave brief reports.
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Mayor Tolbert commented that it is encouraging to see activity in the business community and provided
an update on the legislative session as well as the Arlington Food Bank.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Counsel Peiffle announced there would be no need for an Executive Session.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:49 pm.
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Barbara Tolbert, Mayor
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