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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 04-28-14Minutes of the Arlington City Council Workshop Council Chambers 110 East Third Street April 28, 2014 Councilmembers Present: Dick Butner, Randy Tendering, Debora Nelson, Marilyn Oertle, Chris Raezer, Jan Schuette, and Jesica Stickles Staff Present: Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Jim Chase, Jim Kelly, Eric Scott, Kris Wallace, Roxanne Guenzler, and City Attorney Steve Peiffle. Council Members Absent: None Also Known to be Present: Sarah Arney, Maxine Jenft and Mike Hopson Mayor Tolbert called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Chris Raezer moved to approve the agenda; Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous vote. WORKSHOP ITEMS — NO ACTION WAS TAKEN Authority to Advertise for Bid of 2014 Utility Improvement Project Public Works Director Jim Kelly and City Engineer Eric Scott spoke to the proposed 2014 Utility Improvement Project. Request was made by Mayor Tolbert to breakout the funding sources for the next meeting. Staff will recommend Council grant authority to bid the project at the May 51" Council meeting. Mr. Kelly and Mr. Scott answered council questions throughout the presentation. Community Transit Art Interlocal Assistant City Administrator Kristin Banfield spoke to the proposed Interlocal with Community Transit for a piece of art for the new Community Transit Transfer station in Smokey Point. Concerns were brought forward regarding who is responsible for maintenance costs and insurance of the art piece. Kristin answered council questions throughout the presentation. Spur/Extension of Centennial Trail to Stanwood City Administrator Allen Johnson addressed the proposed draft letter of interest regarding the extension of the Centennial Trail to Stanwood. Council comments and questions followed. Reappointment of Members to City Boards/Commissions Kristin Banfield addressed the recommendation to reappoint several citizens to Boards and Commissions. Council comments and questions followed. Updated Financial Policies Finance Director Jim Chase and Kristin Banfield spoke to the revised City Financial Policies. Council comments and questions followed. Page 1 of 2 Minutes of the Citv of Arlinaton Citv Council Workshop April 28, 2014 Authorization to Participate in the Local Government Investment Pool Jim Chase spoke to the authorization to participate in the Local Government Invest Pool. Jim answered council questions following the discussion. Resolution for Repayment of Interfund Loans to the EMS Fund Jim Chase spoke to the Short Term Interfund Loans to the Emergeng Medical Services Fund. Mr. Chase is requesting repayment of the loan on May 31st instead of April 30t . Jim answered council questions throughout the discussion. 1st Quarter Financial Report Jim Chase presented the 1s Quarter Financial Report via PowerPoint. Council questions and comments were made throughout the presentation. Miscellaneous Council Items Councilmember Tendering apprised the council that Kent Prairie Elementary and Post Middle School were presented with a humanitarian award for their efforts during the Oso slide. Public Comment Joanne Van Leuven - 3321 173'd PI NE, Arlington WA commented on the illegal dumping and homeless people frequenting the vacant lot between Smokey Point Motor Inn and her place of business. Executive Session None The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m Barbara Tolbert, Mayor Page 2 of 2