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WORKSHOP ITEMS ~ NO ACTION WILL BE TAKEN
1. (15 min) Transportation Benefit District ATTACHMENT A
2. (15 min) Public Works Project Updates:
a. Gifford Sidewalk Project Discussion
b. CarteGraph Asset Management Discussion
c. SR-9 Route Development Plan Power Point
d. 173rd Property PSA Power Point
3. (15 min) Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan ATTACHMENT B
4. (15 min) Review of the 2010 Strategic Emergency ATTACHMENT C
Management Plan
5. (10 min) Review of AMC Chapter 15 ATTACHMENT D
6. (10 min) Dog Licenses ATTACHMENT E
7. (10 min) Policy to Publish Agenda on the Web Page ATTACHMENT F
8. (15 min) 2010 Citizen Survey Results Handout at meeting
9. Miscellaneous Council items
ADJOURNMENT
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Arlington City Council Workshop
May 24, 2010 – 7 PM
City Council Chambers ~ 110 E. Third
City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
ATTACHMENT A
COUNCIL WORKSHOP DATE:
May 24, 2010
SUBJECT: Discussion of Transportation
Benefit District
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
Public Works – James Kelly
ATTACHMENTS:
Memo summarizing Transportation Benefit District
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: N/A
BUDGET CATEGORY: N/A
LEGAL REVIEW: N/A
DESCRIPTION: Snohomish County Council has been considering developing a Transportation Benefit
District (TBD) and has solicited interest from cities throughout the county inquiring if they would
support and join in the formation of a countywide TBD. Organization and management of the
countywide TBD, as well as distribution of funds, would be covered by an interlocal agreement.
HISTORY: A TBD is a quasi-municipal corporation and independent taxing district created for the sole
purpose of acquiring, constructing, improving, providing, and funding transportation improvements
within the defined district. Cities, towns and counties may establish TBDs to fund capital improvements
and operation of city streets, county roads and state highways, high capacity transportation systems,
public transportation, and other transportation programs of regional or statewide significance including
transportation demand management.
Statutory authority for TBDs has existed for 20 years. However, until 2007, to establish a TBD required
a vote of the people; in 2007 the law was amended to allow a City or County to form a TDB by
ordinance following the procedures set forth in Chapter 36.73; however, before a county can form a
TBD, it must first attempt to for a TBD with its cities.
The main reason many municipalities have formed TBDs is to keep pace with the rising costs of
maintaining transportation infrastructure. Funds generated by a TBD can be used for maintenance and
improvements to city streets, investments in high capacity transportation, public transportation,
transportation demand management and other transportation projects identified in a regional
transportation planning organization plan.
Please see handout for additional information.
ALTERNATIVES:
- Bring back for additional discussion at a later date
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Discussion only – no action is being requested.
City of Arlington Public Works
Engineering
Memo
To: Mayor Larson, Arlington City Council
From: James Kelly
cc: Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield
Date: May 10, 2010
Re: Transportation Benefit District
Snohomish County recently issued a letter to cities throughout the county soliciting interest in
the joint formation of a Transportation Benefit District (TBD). A TBD is a quasi-municipal
corporation and independent taxing district created for the sole purpose of acquiring,
constructing, improving, providing, and funding transportation improvements within the defined
district. A TBD is a very useful tool that allows cities, towns and counties to fund capital
improvements, maintenance, and operation of their respective, or combined, transportation
system.
The TBD that the County is proposing will be formed under an Interlocal Agreement that must
be supported by 60% of the cities representing 75% of the population. The dispersing of funds
and the responsibilities of the member municipalities will all be governed by the interlocal
agreement.
Alternatively, the City of Arlington can create its own TBD, or jointly create a TBD with a
neighboring municipality.
Some Highlights of a Possible TBD in Arlington
TBD Area - If Arlington creates its own TBD, the area will be limited to the city limits. If a TBD
is jointly created with a neighboring municipality, the district will be defined by an interlocal
agreement.
Taxing Authority - A TBD has the authority to impose taxes, some are enacted by the TBD
Board and others must have voter approval.
TBD revenue options not subject to voter approval:
1. Annual vehicle fee up to $20 per vehicle registered within the district. This fee is
collected at the time of vehicle license renewal.
2. Transportation impact fees on commercial and industrial buildings. Residential
buildings are excluded.
Transportation Benefit District
May 5, 2010
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TBD revenue options subject to voter approval:
1. Property taxes – a 1-year excess levy or an excess levy for capital purposes.
2. Up to 0.2% sales and use tax.
3. Annual vehicle fee above $20 and up to $100 per vehicle registered within the district.
4. Vehicle tolls.
Revenue rates, once imposed, may not be increased, unless authorized by voter approval. The
TBD must issue an annual report to include the status of project costs, revenues, expenditures,
and construction schedules.
The vehicle license fee is administered by the Department of Licensing (DOL). The DOL will
impose a 1% administrative fee and the fee cannot be collected until 6 months after the fee is
authorized by voters or the TBD governing board.
Sample Revenue Generated from Arlington - The Association of Washington Cities (AWC)
developed a formula for estimating potential revenue from the $20 vehicle license fee that uses
the ratio of people to total vehicles countywide
Snohomish County ratio of people to total vehicles: 609,178 / 696,600 = 0.875
City population (17,500) x $20 vehicle license fee x 0.875 = $306,250
ATTACHMENTS - Pease see attached documents for more information:
- April 21, 2010 letter from Snohomish County Council Chair, Dave Gossett
- AWC briefing on TBD Legislation (Sep 2007)
- City of Edmonds presentation of benefits of establishing a TBD (Nov 2008)
- Excerpt from Transportation Resources Manual, Washington State Joint
Transportation Committee (updated 2009)
City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
ATTACHMENT B
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
May 24, 2010
SUBJECT: Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
FIRE
ATTACHMENTS:
Proposed Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
DISK will be provided to Council at the meeting.
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: None
BUDGET CATEGORY: DNA
LEGAL REVIEW: DNA
DESCRIPTION: The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) is an all hazards
plan that provides the structure and mechanisms for policy and operational coordination for
emergency management. This plan is consistent with the National Incident Management
System (NIMS) and parallels the Snohomish County’s CEMP.
HISTORY: The City’s CEMP was last updated in 2003.
ALTERNATIVES:
Continue to function under the County’s CEMP as an advisory member of the Department of
Emergency Management.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
No action at this time. This will be presented at the June 7, 2010 Council meeting for further
discussion and consideration for adoption.
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City of Arlington Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan
Promulgation
Pursuant to WA State RCW 38.53.070 and WAC 118 -06, I am hereby
promulgating the City of Arlington Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
to provide direction in mitigating against, preparing for, responding to, and
recovering from emergencies and disasters threatening life or property within the
City.
This document meets the requirements of the National Incident Management
System and supersedes any previously promulgated Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plans or comprehensive emergency management plans completed
on behalf of the City of Arlington.
The Arlington Fire Department will bi-annually coordinate updates to this plan
and collaborate with its partners to ensure that the emergency planning process
is responsive to the community’s needs.
In the event that a judicial or administrative ruling determines any portion of this
plan to be invalid, such ruling will not affect the validity of the remaining portions
of the plan.
Each city agency and community partner listed herein shall become familiar with
this plan and must establish policies and procedures to ensure efficient and
effective execution of emergency responsibilities. By being prepared, we can
better serve the citizens of the City of Arlington.
Mayor Margaret Larson May 2010
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We the undersigned approve our respective parts of the
City of Arlington Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan and accept the duties and
responsibilities written herein. By doing so, we
acknowledge the relationships thereby established and
agree to develop policies and procedures to perform the
assigned responsibilities and to provide to the extent
possible the resources possible to perform the assigned
duties.
X
Allen Johnson
City Administrator
X
James Kelly
Public Works Director
X
Dr. Kristine McDuffy
Arlington School District Superintendent
X
Bryan Terry
Information Technology Department
X
Jim Rankin
Fire Chief
X
David Kuhl
Community Development Director
X
Clark Jones
Cascade Hospital CEO
X
Robert Sullenberger
Police Chief
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Emergency Contact Numbers
If immediate city emergency or disaster assistance is required, the
following people shall be contacted:
Margaret Larson – Mayor
Nextel: 425-754-2782
Allen Johnson – City Administrator
Nextel: 425-754-6217
Jim Rankin – Fire Chief
Nextel: 425-322-8934
Christine Badger – Emergency Management Coordinator
Nextel: 360-913-7096
Robert Sullenberger – Police Chief
Nextel: 425-754-2189
James Kelly – Public Works Director
Nextel: 425-754-7431
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Distribution List
This Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan is posted on the City of Arlington
intranet in its entirety. You can find the complete CEMP under Emergency
Management.
Organization Contact Position Full Part
Executive Margaret Larson Mayor X
Executive Allen Johnson City Administrator X
Fire Department Jim Rankin Fire Chief X
Police Department Robert Sullenberger Chief of Police X
Finance Jim Chase Finance Director X
Public Works James Kelly Public Works Director X
Legal Steve Peiffle City Attorney X
Cascade Valley
Hospital
Michelle Sand Assistant
Administrative Director
X
Arlington Public
Schools
Sid Logan Director of Operations X
Snohomish County
Department of
Emergency
Management
X
Washington State
Emergency
Management
Division
X
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Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP)
Suggestion Form
Dear CEMP Reader,
This page is for you to suggest changes or modifications to this Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan. Please fill out your contact information as well as the
section(s) you are reviewing. Attach a copy of the pages your have reviewed, including
all notes and suggested changes for the corresponding pages. Make additional
suggestions or comments in the space provided on page 7. Add additional sheets if
necessary. Thank you for investing your time to make this CEMP and the Arlington
Community a better and safer place to live.
Mail To: Chris Badger
Emergency Management Coordinator
Arlington Fire Department
City of Arlington
6231 188th Street NE
Arlington, WA 98223
_______________________ ___________________ _____________________
Name Title Agency
______________________________________________________________________
Address
________________________ __________________ _____________________
City State Zip Code
__________________________ __________________________
Phone Fax
_______________________________________________
E-mail
Basic Plan __________ Appendices __________ ESF’s __________
Chapter __________ Section __________ Paragraph__________
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Additional Suggestions or Comments:
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Record of Revisions:
Change Number Date Entered Content of Change Initials
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Table of Contents
City of Arlington Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan Promulgation .............. 2
Emergency Contact Numbers ......................................................................................... 4
Distribution List ................................................................................................................ 5
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) Suggestion Form .................... 6
Additional Suggestions or Comments: ..................................................................... 7
Record of Revisions: ................................................................................................ 8
I INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 12
1.1 Purpose ............................................................................................................... 12
1.2 Scope and Applicability ........................................................................................ 13
1.3 Authorities ............................................................................................................ 13
1.4 Assignment of Responsibilities ............................................................................ 14
1.5 Key Concepts ...................................................................................................... 14
1.6 Limitations ........................................................................................................... 15
II Planning Assumptions & Considerations .................................................................... 15
III Roles and Responsibilities ........................................................................................ 18
3.1 Local Governments .............................................................................................. 18
3.3 Nongovernmental and Volunteer Organizations .................................................. 29
3.4 Private Sector ...................................................................................................... 29
3.5 Citizen Involvement/Unaffiliated Volunteers (Disaster Task Force) ..................... 31
3.6 Emergency Support Functions............................................................................. 31
IV Concept of Operations .............................................................................................. 32
4.1 General ................................................................................................................ 32
4.2 Overall Coordination ............................................................................................ 32
4.3 Concurrent Implementation of Other Plans .......................................................... 32
4.4 Operational Concepts .......................................................................................... 33
4.4.1 Emergency Management .................................................................................. 33
4.4.2 Emergency Management and the Mayor .......................................................... 33
4.4.3 Emergency Declarations ................................................................................... 33
4.4.4 Succession of Mayor’s Powers ......................................................................... 34
4.4.5 Continuity of Government ................................................................................. 34
4.4.6 Delivery of Essential Services........................................................................... 35
4.5 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) ................................................................. 35
4.5.1 Staffing the Emergency Operations Center ...................................................... 35
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4.5.2 Activating the Emergency Operations Center ................................................... 36
4.5.3 Contingency Emergency Operations Centers ................................................... 36
Figure 1 City of Arlington EOC Organizational Structure - ICS Org Chart ................. 37
V Emergency Management Phases ............................................................................ 38
5.0 Time Phases of Disaster Operations ................................................................... 38
VI City of Arlington Hazard Vulnerability ........................................................................ 40
Figure 2 City of Arlington Hazard Matrix .................................................................... 42
VII Ongoing Plan Management and Maintenance ......................................................... 43
7.1 Coordination ........................................................................................................ 43
7.2 Plan Maintenance ................................................................................................ 43
7.2.1 Types of Changes ............................................................................................. 43
7.2.2 Coordination and Approval ............................................................................... 43
7.3 Notice of Change ................................................................................................. 43
7.4 Distribution ........................................................................................................... 44
7.5 Reissuance of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan ..................... 44
7.6 The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and City of Arlington
Preparedness ............................................................................................................ 44
Annexes ........................................................................................................................ 45
Annex 1 – Sample Emergency Declarations ............................................................. 46
City Of Arlington Declaration Flood Emergency - Template ................................... 46
City of Arlington Declaration for City-Wide Snow Emergency ................................ 47
Annex 2 – Memorandums of Understanding - Shelter of City Staff ........................... 48
Arlington Boys and Girls Club 18513 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223 ............... 49
The Point Church 18722 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223 ................................ 52
Annex 2.1 – Memorandums of Understanding – Reunification/Family Care for patients
admitted to Cascade Valley Hospital ......................................................................... 55
Our Saviors Lutheran Church 615 E. Highland Drive, Arlington, WA 98223 ......... 56
Annex 2.2 – Memorandums of Understanding – Construction Equipment ................ 59
Jet City Equipment, 10219 Smokey Point Blvd, Marysville, WA 98271 .................. 60
Annex 2.3 – Memorandums of Understanding – Fuel (Gas/Diesel) ........................... 63
Nelson Petroleum, 112580 St. SW Everett, WA 98203 .......................................... 64
Annex 2.4 – Memorandums of Understanding – Mass Fatality ................................. 67
Twin City Foods 210 S. West Ave. Arlington, WA 98223 ....................................... 68
Annex 2.5 – Memorandums of Understanding – Water ............................................. 71
Crown Distributing 17117 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223 ................................ 72
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Annex 2.6 – Memorandums of Understanding – Water & Sewer .............................. 75
Remainder of Page Intentionally Left Blank
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I INTRODUCTION
The hazards facing the City of Arlington include not only the traditional spectrum of
manmade and natural hazards—wild land and urban fires, floods, oil spills, hazardous
materials releases, transportation accidents, earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes,
pandemics, and disruptions to the energy and information technolo gy infrastructure—
but also the potentially deadly and devastating terrorist arsenal of chemical, biological,
radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosive weapons.
These complex and emerging twenty-first century hazards demand a unified and
coordinated emergency management system that through organized analysis, planning,
decision-making, and assigning of resources will help prevent, prepare for, respond to and
recover from the effects of all hazards within the City of Arlington.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, using the National Incident
Management System, is an all-hazards plan that provides the structure and
mechanisms for policy and operational coordination for emergency management.
Consistent with the model provided in the National Incident Management System, the
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan can be partially or fully implemented in
the context of a threat, anticipation of an event, or the response to an event. Selective
implementation through the activation of one or more of the system’s components
allows maximum flexibility in meeting the unique operational and information -sharing
requirements of the situation at hand and enabling effective interaction between various
entities.
Nothing in this plan alters or impedes the ability of a department or individual to carry
out their specific authorities or perform their responsibilities under all applicable laws.
Additionally, nothing in this plan is intended to impact or impede the ability of any
department head to take an issue of concern directly to the Mayor.
The City of Arlington Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan has been formatted
to accommodate all State of Washington Emergency Management guidelines and
applicable laws. The plan’s final draft, as written must be submitted to and approved by
the State of Washington Emergency Management Division (EMD).
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan is to establish a
comprehensive, all-hazards approach to emergency management across a spectrum of
activities including prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan incorporates best practices and
procedures from various incident management disciplines—homeland security,
emergency management, law enforcement, firefighting, hazardous materials response,
public works, public health, emergency medical services, and responder and recovery
worker health and safety—and integrates them into a unified coordinating structure.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan provid es the basis for incorporating
all individuals and organizations with disaster responsibilities into the emergency program
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in the context of incident prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery activities. It
describes capabilities and resources and establishes Emergency Management
functions and responsibilities of departments, employees, and elected officials. It
additionally describes operational processes and protocols to help protect the city from
all potential hazards; save lives; protect public h ealth, safety, property, and the
environment; and reduce adverse psychological consequences and disruptions. Finally,
the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan serves as the foundation for the
development of detailed supplemental plans and procedures to effectively and efficiently
implement emergency management activities and assistance in the context of specific
types of incidents.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, using the National Incident
Management System, establishes mechanisms to:
Maximize the integration of incident-related prevention, preparedness, response,
and recovery activities;
Improve coordination and integration of government, private-sector, and
nongovernmental organization partners;
Maximize efficient utilization of resources needed for effective emergency
management and Critical Infrastructure/Key Resources (CI/KR) protection and
restoration;
Improve incident management communications and increase situational
awareness across jurisdictions and between the public and private sectors;
Facilitate emergency mutual aid and emergency support to adjacent jurisdictions.
1.2 Scope and Applicability
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan covers the full range of complex
and constantly changing requirements in anticipation of or i n response to major
disasters, threats or acts of terrorism, and other emergencies. The Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan also provides the basis to initiate long-term community
recovery and mitigation activities.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan establishes a comprehensive
general framework for effective use of government, private sector, nongovernmental
organizations, and volunteer resources in emergency management operations.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan establishes interd epartmental and
inter-jurisdictional mechanisms for coordination of emergency management operations.
This plan is applicable to all city departments and employees that may be requested to
provide assistance or conduct operations in the context of actual or potential incidents.
1.3 Authorities
Various federal, state, and local statutory authorities and policies provide the basis for
actions and activities in the context of emergency management. The Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan has been developed and is maintained to provide a
comprehensive, all-hazards approach to emergency management under the following
authorities:
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1. Federal Civil Defense Act of 1950, as amended.
2. Public Law 93-288, "Disaster Relief Act of 1974" as amended by PL 100-707,
"Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act".
3. Public Law 96-342, "Improved Civil Defense".
4. Public Law 99-499, "Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986".
5. RCW 38.52.070, Local Organizations and Local Organizations authorized-
establishment, operation, emergency powers, and procedures.
6. Resolution 624 Mutual Aid Agreement.
7. City of Arlington Ordinance Number 1143-A 14.20.030 Airport Emergency
Conditions.
8. Homeland Security Act of 2002.
9. Homeland Security Presidential Directive – 5.
10. Homeland Security Presidential Directive –8.
1.4 Assignment of Responsibilities
This plan presents the functional responsibilities accepted by designated city departments
and employees. These are listed in Section III, Responsibilities, of the Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan.
Emergency Support Functions (ESFs), or specific areas of responsibility, have been
established to designate mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery activities of
specific emergency management functions.
1.5 Key Concepts
This section summarizes key concepts that are reflected throughout the Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan.
□ Systematic and coordinated incident management, including protocols for:
Incident reporting;
Coordinated action;
Alert and notification;
Mobilization of resources;
Operating under differing threats or threat levels; and
Integration of crisis and consequence management functions.
□ Proactive notification and deployment of resources in anticipation of or in
response to events in coordination and collaboration with adjacent jurisdictions
and private entities when possible.
□ Organizing coordinated efforts to minimize damage, restore impacted areas, to
pre-incident conditions, if feasible, and/or implement programs to mitigate
vulnerability to future events.
□ Coordinating incident communication, worker safety and health, private-sector
involvement, and other activities that are common to the majority of incidents.
□ Organizing Emergency Support Functions to facilitate the delivery of critical
resources, assets, and assistance.
□ Providing mechanisms for vertical and horizontal coordination, communications,
and information sharing in response to threats or incidents. These mechanisms
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facilitate coordination among local entities, as well as between the public and
private sectors.
□ Developing detailed supplemental operations, tactical, and hazard-specific
contingency plans and procedures.
□ Providing the basis for coordination of interagency and intergovernmental
planning, training, exercising, assessment, coordination, and inf ormation
exchange.
1.6 Limitations
The city will endeavor to make every reasonable effort to respond in the event of an
emergency or disaster. However, city resources and systems may be overwhelmed. The
responsibilities and tenets outlined in the Plan will be fulfilled only if the situation,
information exchange, extent of actual agency capabilities, and resources are available at
the time.
There is no guarantee implied by the Plan that a perfect response to emergency or
disaster incidents will be practical or possible.
II Planning Assumptions & Considerations
The City of Arlington Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan is based on the
planning assumptions and considerations presented in this section.
The City of Arlington is located in northern Snohomish County 20.2 miles north of
Everett (County Seat) and 47.8 miles north of Seattle. It is also 72.2 miles south of the
USA Canada border at Blaine, WA.
The City limits cover an area of approximately 8.2 miles, and is roughly bounded by the
Stillaguamish River and its flood plain on the north-northwest; I-5 on the west; 164th
Street NE to 67th Avenue, 172nd Street on the south; and by SR-9 and the South Fork
Stillaguamish flood plain on the east. The City of Marysville lies to the south, and the
Tulalip Indian Reservation to the southwest. 28.2 miles east up the Stillaguamish Valley
is the City of Darrington.
The City and the immediate area is primarily suburban and rural residential with
supporting retail and commercial enterprises. Light industrial and manufacturing
business are located in the central portions of the city around the city-owned Arlington
Airport.
The city experienced continued growth the last twenty years, increasing population by
over 450% since 1980. Arlington’s current population is about 18,000 and is expected
to double by 2025.
□ No guarantee is implied by this plan. Because City assets and systems may be
damaged, destroyed, or overwhelmed during an emergency, the City of Arlington
can only endeavor to make reasonable efforts to respond based on the situation
and the information and resources available at the time.
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□ A fundamental principle of emergency management is that all disasters are
managed locally. Although state and federal resources may be available, it is
essential for the City to be prepared to carry out disaster response and short-
term actions on an independent basis.
□ Each household within the City of Arlington is encouraged to develop a family
disaster plan and to maintain the essential supplies to be self-sufficient for five to
seven days. The Fire Department Emergency Management Division will make
materials available (print and on the web site) to the public to assist with personal
preparedness.
□ Businesses are expected to develop internal disaster and continuity of business
plans that will integrate and be compatible with City resources and this plan and
to encourage their employees to develop a family disaster and communications
plan.
□ The City of Arlington is a member of Snohomish County Department of
Emergency Management and therefore is entitled to additional support and
emergency management services per the inter-local agreement.
□ A major earthquake may hamper response by damaging bridges, overpasses,
roadways, transportation facilities, communications systems, and public safety
facilities.
□ A major flood may hamper response by damaging bridges, overpasses, roadways,
transportation facilities, communications systems, and public safety facilities.
□ Other disasters could damage various lifelines and thus reduce the effectiveness of
an emergency response.
□ The City of Arlington has the responsibility to respond to and direct operations at
incidents within its borders.
□ The City of Arlington government will retain the authority and responsibility for
direction and control of its own incident operations, use of resources and
application of mutual aid within its own boundaries.
□ Disaster operations will be coordinated with the Snohomish County Department
of Emergency Management and conducted by city forces, supplemented as
necessary, by trained auxiliaries and by manpower available within the local area
and with resources obtained at the county and state levels with assistance from
federal agencies as it becomes available.
□ Incidents are typically managed at the lowest possible geographic,
organizational, and jurisdictional level.
□ Incident management activities will be initiated and conducted using the
principles contained in the National Incident Management System.
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□ The combined expertise and capabilities of government at all levels, the private
sector, and nongovernmental organizations will be required to prevent, prepare
for, respond to, and recover from incidents.
□ Significant Incidents may require the Emergency Management Coordinator or
Incident Commander to coordinate operations and/or resources, and may:
Occur at any time with little or no warning in the context of a general or
specific threat or hazard;
Require significant information-sharing at the unclassified and classified
levels across multiple jurisdictions and between the public and private
sectors;
Involve single or multiple geographic areas;
Span the spectrum of incident management to include prevention,
preparedness, response, and recovery;
Involve multiple, highly varied hazards or threats on a local, regional, or
national scale;
Result in numerous casualties; fatalities; displaced people; property loss;
disruption of normal life-support systems, essential public services, and
basic infrastructure; and significant damage to the environment;
Impact critical infrastructures across sectors;
Overwhelm capabilities of the city and private-sector infrastructure owners
and operators;
Attract a sizeable influx of independent, spontaneous volunteers and
supplies;
Require prolonged, sustained incident management operations and
support activities.
□ Top priorities for emergency management are to:
Save lives and protect the health and safety of the public, responders, and
recovery workers;
Ensure security of the homeland;
Prevent an imminent incident, including acts of terrorism, from occurring;
Protect and restore critical infrastructure and key resources;
Conduct law enforcement investigations to resolve the incident,
apprehend the perpetrators, and collect and preserve evidence for
prosecution and/or attribution;
Protect property and mitigate damages and impacts to individuals,
communities, and the environment; and
Facilitate recovery of individuals, families, businesses, governments, and
the environment.
□ Departments and certain nongovernmental organizations may be required to
deploy to Incidents on short notice to provide timely and effective mutual aid
and/or intergovernmental assistance.
□ When possible, the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will
provide warning to its citizens of an impending disaster. If a disaster occurs, city,
county, municipal, fire district, and other forces will endeavor to respond.
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□ Each affected agency/jurisdiction/department shall maintain control of its own
operations, with the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
providing coordination and assistance as necessary.
□ The City of Arlington Designee, in coordination with Snohomish County Department
of Emergency Management, will respond to the scene to provide field personnel,
communications, and on-scene coordination if requested by the Incident
Commander.
□ If the disaster should exceed the city’s capabilities, the Mayor may issue a
proclamation of emergency and request additional assistance through Snohomish
County Department of Emergency Management.
□ Members of the City of Arlington Disaster Task Force may provide either
individual or mass assistance to disaster victims.
□ Disaster operations will be carried out according to disaster plans and shall be
coordinated by officials in their respective jurisdictions using the National Incident
Management System.
III Roles and Responsibilities
This section discusses the roles and responsibilities of local, private-sector, and
nongovernmental organizations and citizens involved in support of emergency
management.
3.1 Local Governments
□ 3.1.1 City of Arlington
The Mayor shall:
o Coordinate local resources to address all phases of emergency management
for all potential hazards including terrorism, natural and man-made disasters,
and other contingencies
o Direct the implementation of emergency response and recovery.
o Preserve the continuity of the executive branch of government.
o Issue proclamations of emergency.
o Suspend local ordinances when necessary to support emergency operations.
o Ordering evacuations as necessary.
o Temporarily reassign functions of city departments and personnel when
necessary to facilitate emergency services
o Request county, state, and federal assistance when local capabilities have been
or are reasonably expected to be exhausted through the Snohomish County
Department of Emergency Management Coordination Center.
o Providing leadership in helping the public, businesses, and organizations cope
with the consequences of major emergencies or disasters affecting the City
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The City Administrator shall:
o Assist the mayor.
o Liaison between the EOC and Policy Group
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The Arlington City Council shall:
o Establish policy.
o Adopt and enact ordinances/resolutions and appropriate revenue.
o Conduct public hearings and take action to assist in informing the public and to
identify emergency needs.
o Provide for the continuity of the legislative branch and temporarily fill any
vacancy of elected position(s) by appointment.
City Attorney shall:
o Provide legal advice and representation to the city, mayor, city council, and city
staff.
o Prepare emergency ordinances and other legal documents as needed during
the disaster.
o Participate as a member of the policy group as the legal officer.
City of Arlington Airport Shall:
o Evaluate the need for air traffic control.
o Monitor and track incoming and outgoing aircraft.
o Establish ingress, egress and holding areas for dignitary flights and VIP’s.
o Establish an area for loading, unloading and holding cargo and supplies for both
fixed wing and rotary aircraft.
o Establish area for rotary aircraft (helicopters) and fixed wing to conduct medical
evacuations and Search and Rescue Air Operations.
o Maintain communications with City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center
(EOC) and send regular and timely situation reports.
o Track all disaster related expenditures (fuel/aircraft hours/man hours etc.).
The Administrative Services Department shall:
o Provide direction and leadership to department staff while fulfilling emergency
management responsibilities.
o Remove and secure public records as necessary.
o Fill the command staff position of safety officer when requested.
o Identify safety hazards and situations of potential city liability.
o Develop measures to ensure the safety and reduce the risk to incident
personnel and the public.
o Fill the compensation/claims unit leader position when requested.
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o Manage the compensation for injury and claims process arising from the
emergency/disaster.
o Maintain official records of Incident Commander, policy group, and city council
proceedings.
o Provide a representative to the policy group.
o Fill the documentation unit leader position of the planning section in the EOC
when requested.
o File, maintain, and store all incident documents for the official history of the
emergency/disaster.
o Coordinate and assign the allocation of personnel.
o Assist with the registration and assignment of volunteer emergency workers
during the emergency/disaster.
o Maintain operation of city computer and communications systems.
o Maintain current suggested operating guidelines for the department’s disaster
responsibilities.
o Assist in the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center, as requested.
The Community Development Department shall:
o Provide direction and leadership to department staff while fulfilling emergency
management responsibilities.
o Provide long-range community planning prior to and after the
emergency/disaster and during recovery efforts.
o Provide post-event safety evaluation of buildings.
o Establish a centralized location where the community impacted by the
emergency/disaster can receive information, direction, and assistance directly
related to rebuilding and recovery efforts.
o Assist the Mayor and Council with developing policies and a permitting process
for the rapid rebuilding of the community and resumption of business following
the emergency/disaster.
o Enforce city ordinances and state laws regulating construction during new or
reconstruction efforts prior to and after an emergency/disaster.
o Fill the damage assessment unit leader position of the operations section in the
EOC when requested.
o Support damage assessment activities and provide situation analysis of actual
or potential damage to the EOC.
o Remove and secure public records as necessary.
o Provide personnel for other departments with disaster responsibilities.
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o Damage assessment of Natural Environment by Natural Resource Dept.
o Conduct the recovery and restoration of the Natural Environment following the
disaster.
o Maintain current suggested operating guidelines for the department’s disaster
responsibilities.
o Assist in the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center, as requested.
The Engineering Department shall:
o Provide direction and leadership to department staff while fulfilling emergency
management responsibilities.
o Develop policies and a permitting process for the rapid rebuilding of the
community and resumption of business following the emergency/disaster.
o Assess post-event serviceability of facilities and structures.
o Develop plans and recommendations for effective motor vehicle and pedestrian
traffic flow and safety prior to and after an emergency/disaster.
o Develop traffic plans for responding resources.
o Assist the police in traffic control and evacuation route planning pre-event and
implementation after an incident.
o Provide situation analysis of actual or potential traffic flow problems to the
Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
o Identify critical facilities and routes and provide information to the operations
section chief.
o Provide damage assessment information during and following a major
emergency, disaster or catastrophic event to the EOC.
o Provide equipment and manpower as requested and if available.
o Provide geographical information system support to the Emergency Operations
Center (EOC).
o Provide information on road conditions and status.
o Maintain current suggested operating procedures for the department’s disaster
responsibilities.
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall:
o Advise city departments on emergency planning and coordinate
interdepartmental activities.
o Prepare, monitor and maintain city’s hazard identification and vulnerability
analysis and Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
o Coordinate training programs and emergency operations drills.
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o Plan, direct, and critique disaster-training exercises.
o Develop and direct the Arlington Disaster Task Force program.
o Equipment, stock and maintain city’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
o Develop and maintain city’s emergency preparedness capabilities.
o Coordinate emergency activities of local agencies in preparing and responding
to a disaster.
o Provide communications coordination for response agencies during a disaster.
o Act as the sole contact point for requesting disaster assistance from other
governmental agencies (except automatic/mutual aid).
o Prepare damage assessment, incident, or disaster analysis reports, as
necessary.
o Warn the public of impending disasters and provide adequate instructions
before, during, and after emergencies.
o Provide public information and education as it pertains to disaster preparedness
and response.
o Coordinate the use of all available city wide resources.
o Maintain current suggested operating guidelines for the City of Arlington
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) disaster responsibilities.
o Maintain current suggested operating procedures for the department’s disaster
responsibilities.
o Document requests for assistance to ensure maximum eligible Federal and
State reimbursements.
o Facilitate FEMA and State reimbursements for approved Public Assistance
applications pertaining to declared emergency or disaster.
The Finance Department shall:
o Provide direction and leadership to department staff while fulfilling emergency
management responsibilities.
o Advise city official on financial matters.
o Supervise and maintain the financial systems and records of the city.
o Assume the Administrative and Finance Section Chief position in the EOC.
o Be responsible for all financial, cost analysis, and cost recovery aspects of the
emergency/disaster.
o Collect and maintain all equipment and personnel time records.
o Establish and maintain files for appropriate records.
o Provide printing and duplicating services as needed.
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o Establish all necessary special accounts for the receipt of donations and cost
reimbursements filed under local, state, and federal law.
o Develop policies and procedures to acquire supplies and services during an
emergency/disaster.
o Procure equipment, materials, supplies, contractual services, and equipment
maintenance and negotiate leases for grounds, offices, or space required by the
city.
o Ensure disaster-related expenditures are made in accordance with applicable
laws, regulations, and accounting procedures.
o Remove and secure public records as necessary.
o Provide personnel for other departments with disaster responsibilities.
o Maintain current suggested operating guidelines for the department’s disaster
responsibilities.
Arlington Fire Department shall:
o Provide direction and leadership to department staff while fulfilling emergency
management responsibilities.
o Mobilize and deploy fire resources for the protection of life, property, and the
environment.
o Prevent and suppress fires and mitigate hazardous material incidents.
o Assist with search and rescue operations.
o Conduct windshield survey within City limits.
o Provide mutual aid, if requested and available.
o Assist Police with alerting and warning, evacuation efforts, and traffic and crowd
control as needed.
o Collect and evaluate information about the incident and forward to the
Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
o Develop the medical action plan.
o Provide on-scene medical assistance.
o Provide the field Incident Commander for:
Fire
Flood
Hazardous Materials
Earthquake
Downed Aircraft
Radiological Incidents
Industrial Accidents
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Severe Weather
o Provide damage assessment reports to the EOC.
o Maintain current suggested operating guidelines for the department’s disaster
responsibilities.
The Arlington Police Department shall:
o Provide direction and leadership to department staff while fulfilling emergency
management responsibilities.
o Mobilize and deploy law enforcement and traffic control operations.
o Conduct windshield surveys within City limits.
o Alert and warn the public.
o Enforce laws and apprehend offenders.
o Provide damage assessment surveys and report into EOC.
o Provide security at specified locations.
o Provide animal control services.
o Assist the Snohomish County Coroner’s office with temporary morgue
management.
o Fulfill the Operation Section Chief position when the incident is Law
Enforcement centric.
o Fulfill Situation Status and Intelligence Unit Leader position(s) in the EOC when
the incident is Law Enforcement centric.
o Collect and evaluate information about the incident and forward to the
Emergency Operation Center (EOC) as appropriate.
o Use suitable crowd and traffic control procedures to limit access to the disaster
area and/or provide on scene perimeter control.
o Assist in warning and carryout the evacuation of citizens from the affected area.
o Provide field Incident Commander for:
Traffic Accident
Civil Disturbance
Major Electrical Outage
Terrorism
Bomb Threat
State of War
Flood
o Carry out search and rescue missions.
o Develop procedures for the mass arrest and detention of prisoners.
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o Provide mutual aid as available.
o Maintain current suggested operating guidelines for the department’s disaster
responsibilities.
The Public Works Department shall:
o Provide direction and leadership to department staff while fulfilling emergency
management responsibilities.
o Provide damage assessment surveys and relay into the EOC.
o Collect and evaluate information about the incident and forward to the (EOC).
o Provide technical and operational assistance to the field incident commander at
emergencies involving water, storm drains, or sanitary sewers.
o Maintain city streets.
o Assess post-event serviceability of facilities and structures.
o Assist with search and rescue operations.
o Assist with medical operations.
o Provide emergency debris removal.
o Assist with access and traffic control measures.
o Install, maintain and operate all parking and traffic control devices after an
emergency/disaster within City limits.
o Assist with traffic control and evacuation route implementation when requested
by the Incident Commander.
o Develop plans and procedures for providing a safe and continuous water
supply.
o Establish adequate emergency water supply procedure for centralized potable
water distribution in the event of a catastrophic failure in the water distribution
system.
o Establish adequate emergency water supply procedures for effective fire
protection operations.
o Develop plans and procedures for maintaining the storm drainage system.
o Develop plans and procedures for maintaining the sanitary sewer collection
system.
o Develop plans and procedures for maintaining the wastewater treatment plant
and lift stations.
o Maintain/repair major thoroughfares and bridges for emergency vehicles.
o Provide refuse and debris removal and/or disposal during and after the incident.
o Provide field Incident Commander for:
Storm water/Sewer Discharge
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Major Water Supply Incident
Major Snow Incident
o Assist with establishing emergency power (hook up generators) to city facilities.
o Provide barricades and other traffic control equipment as needed.
o Provide equipment and operators to assist other agencies/departments with
disaster responsibilities.
o Provide information on road conditions and status.
o Maintain current suggested operating guidelines for the department’s disaster
responsibilities.
o Assist in the City of Arlington EOC as requested.
City of Arlington Employees shall:
o Be prepared to respond as needed whether given a pre-designated assignment
in the disaster plan or not.
o Report to a designated disaster rally area with proper clothing and equipment
when notified or directly after a major incident.
o Be used to assist in completing a city wide damage assessment, traffic control,
evacuation, triage activities, evacuation center activities, or as EOC staff,
runners, telephone operators, and any other related emergency duties.
□ 3.2 Other Agencies
Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management shall:
o Coordinate emergency activities of local participating cities in preparing and
responding to a disaster.
o Provide communications coordination for response agencies during a disaster.
o Act as the sole contact point for requesting disaster assistance from other
governmental agencies, except for mutual aid.
o Prepare damage assessment, incident, or disaster analysis reports, as
necessary.
o Warn the public of impending disasters and provide adequate instructions
before, during, and after emergencies.
o Provide reconnaissance and field operations teams.
o Provide public information and education as it pertains to disaster preparedness
and response.
o Coordinate the use of all available resources.
o Send out regular countywide situational reports as it pertains to the incident and
subsequent emergency support function activities.
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o Coordinate Countywide State and FEMA Public and Private Assistance
programs.
o Maintain current suggested operating procedures for Snohomish County
Department of Emergency Management.
Public Utility District #1 of Snohomish County shall:
o Restore electrical power on a priority basis.
o Repair damaged generating facilities and equipment.
o Remove downed electrical lines from roadways and other dangerous areas.
o Restore water services in its area of responsibility.
o Maintain communications and provide situational reports which will be sent to
cities via Snohomish County DEM.
Cascade Natural Gas shall:
o Restore natural gas lines on a priority basis.
o Repair damaged lines and equipment.
o Respond as expeditiously as possible to ruptures that endanger lives and/or
property.
o Maintain communications and provide situational reports to Arlington EOC when
requested.
William Pipeline shall:
o Notify Arlington Fire Department or Arlington EOC of a natural gas pipeline leak
if discovered within the response area.
o Contain or shut down the pipeline as expeditiously as possible in the event of a
rupture or leak.
o Maintain communications and provide situational reports to Arlington EOC when
requested.
Snohomish Health District shall:
o Manage disease control and immunization programs.
o Supervise the food and water quality control program.
o Coordinate the disposal of dead animals.
o Advise on public health matters as requested/required.
o Maintain current suggested operating procedures for disaster responsibilities.
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SNOPAC shall:
o Alert emergency forces of a disaster or impending disaster.
o Provide information relay to emergency forces.
o Provide situational awareness via 800 mhz.
o Provide Warning to the Public as requested by the Incident Commander.
3.3 Nongovernmental and Volunteer Organizations
Nongovernmental and volunteer organizations collaborate with first responders,
governments at all levels, and other agencies and organizations providing relief services
to sustain life, reduce physical and emotional distress, and promote recovery of disaster
victims when assistance is not available from other sources.
Some participants of the Arlington Community Disaster Task Force have entered into
agreements with the City of Arlington as documented in the form of ―Memorandums of
Understanding‖ listed in MOU Annex. The Arlington Community Disaster Task Force may:
Provide emergency food and water to the incident emergency/disaster
workers.
Provide mass care for disaster victims including shelter and food.
Provide non-emergent health and mental health services.
Coordinate ―un-met needs‖ recovery assistance for disaster victims.
Provide facilities, equipment and/ or personnel during the incident.
Provide expendable and non-expendable material.
3.4 Private Sector
The city coordinates with the private sector to effectively share information, form
courses of action, and incorporate available resources to prevent, prepare for, respond
to, and recover from Incidents.
Roles: The roles, responsibilities, and participation of the private sector during incidents
vary based on the nature of the organization and the type and impact of the incident.
The roles of private-sector organizations are summarized below.
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institutions, and medical facilities.
Response
Resource
Private-sector organizations provide response resources
(donated or compensated) during an incident—including
specialized teams, equipment, and advanced technologies—
through local public-private emergency plans, mutual aid
agreements, or incident specific requests from government
and private-sector-volunteered initiatives.
Regulated and/or
Responsible
Party
Owners/operators of certain regulated facilities or hazardous
operations may bear responsibilities under the law for
preparing for and preventing incidents from occurring, and
responding to an incident once it occurs.
State/Local
Emergency
Organization
Member
Private-sector organizations may serve as an active partner
in local and state emergency preparedness and response
organizations and activities.
Responsibilities: Private-sector organizations support the Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan (voluntarily or to comply with applicable laws and regulations) by
sharing information with the government, identifying risks, performing vulnerability
assessments, developing emergency response and business continuity plans,
enhancing their overall readiness, implementing appropriate prevention and protection
programs, and donating or otherwise providing goods and services through contractual
arrangement or government purchases to assist in response to and recovery from an
incident. Certain organizations are required by existing law and regulation to bear the
cost of planning and response to incidents, regardless of cause. In the case of an
Incident, these private-sector organizations are expected to mobilize and employ the
resources necessary and available in accordance with their plans to address the
consequences of incidents at their own facilities or incidents for which they are
otherwise responsible.
Response Resources: Unless the response role is inherently governmental (e.g., fire,
law enforcement, etc.), private-sector organizations are encouraged to develop and
maintain capabilities to respond to and manage a complete spectrum of incidents and
emergencies. The city maintains ongoing interaction with the critical infrastructure and
key resources industries to provide coordination for prevention, preparedness,
response, and recovery activities. When practical, or when required under law, private -
sector representatives should be included in planning and exercises. The government
may, in some cases, direct private-sector response resources when they have
contractual relationships, using government funds.
Functional Coordination: The primary department for each Emergency Support
Function maintains working relations with its associated private -sector counterparts.
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3.5 Citizen Involvement/Unaffiliated Volunteers (Disaster Task Force)
Strong partnerships with citizen groups and organizations provide support for incident
management prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.
The U.S. Citizen Corps brings these groups together and focuses efforts of individuals
through education, training, and volunteer service to help make communities safer,
stronger, and better prepared to address the threats of terrorism, crime, public health
issues, and disasters of all kinds.
The City of Arlington has implemented the following Citizen Corps groups; Community
Emergency Response Teams (CERTs), Medical Reserve Corps, Neighborhood Watch,
Map Your Neighborhood, and Volunteers in Police Service.
Citizen Corps Affiliate Programs expand the resources and materials available to states
and local communities through partnerships with programs and organizations that offer
resources for public education, outreach, and training; represent volunteers interested in
helping to make their communities safer; or offer volunteer service opportunities to
support first responders, disaster relief activities, and community safety efforts.
Other programs unaffiliated with Citizen Corps such as the Arlington Disaster Task
Force also provide organized citizen involvement opportunities in support of local
response to major disasters and emergencies.
Steps will be taken to appropriately register all emergency/disaster volunteers either
spontaneous or as part of an affiliated group through the WA State Emergency Worker
Program.
3.6 Emergency Support Functions
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan applies a functional approach that
groups the capabilities of city departments and outside agencies into Emergency
Support Functions to provide the planning, support, resources, program implementation,
and emergency services that are most likely to be needed during Incidents. The city
response to actual or potential Incidents is typically provided through the full or partial
activation of the Incident Command System and Emergency Support Function
structure(s) as necessary. The Emergency Support Functions serve as the coordination
mechanism to provide assistance to the Incident Commander. The Emergency Support
Functions provide staffing for the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center
(EOC), and Incident Command Post as required by the situation at hand.
Note that not all Incidents result in the activation of Emergency Support Functions. It is
possible that an incident can be adequately addressed through activation of certain
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan elements (e.g., Arlington Emergency
Operations Plan) without the activation of Emergency Support Functions. Similarly,
operational security considerations may dictate that activation of Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan elements be kept to a minimum, particularly in the
context of certain terrorism prevention activities.
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IV Concept of Operations
4.1 General
This section describes the coordinating structures, processes, and protocols employed
to manage Incidents. These coordinating structures and processes are designed to
enable execution of the responsibilities of the Mayor through the appropriate
departments and to integrate city, county, state, federal, Non Governmental
Organizations (NGO), and private-sector efforts into a comprehensive approach to
emergency management.
A basic premise of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan is that incidents
are generally handled at the lowest jurisdictional level possible. Police, fire, public health
and medical, emergency management, and other personnel are responsible for incident
management at the local level. In the vast majority of incidents, local resources and
mutual aid normally provide the first line of emergency response and incident
management support.
When an incident or potential incident is of such severity, magnitude, and/or complexity
that local resources are or will be overwhelmed, the mayor may declare an emergency
and request resources from the County and State.
4.2 Overall Coordination
The Mayor leads the city in responding effectively and ensuring the necessary
resources are applied quickly and efficiently to all Incidents. As necessary, the
Emergency Management Coordinator convenes interdepartmental meetings to
coordinate policy and/or procedure issues.
During actual or potential Incidents, the overall coordination of emergency management
activities is executed through the Emergency Management Coordinator or Mayor’s
designee. Other departments and personnel carry out their emergency ma nagement
and incident response authorities and responsibilities within this coordinating
framework.
4.3 Concurrent Implementation of Other Plans
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan is the core plan for managing
incidents and details the coordinating structures and processes used during Incidents.
Other supplemental department and interagency plans provide details on authorities,
response protocols, and technical guidance for responding to and managing specific
contingency situations (such as hazardous materials spills, floods, etc.).
In many cases, departments manage localized incidents under these plans using their
own authorities without the need for coordination by Emergency Management . In the
context of Incidents, these supplemental agency or int eragency plans may be
implemented concurrently with the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, but
are subordinated to the overarching core coordinating structures, processes, and
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protocols detailed in the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. In this case,
the department or agency with primary responsibility for execution of the supplemental
agency or interagency plan is also responsible for ensuring that all ongoing activities
conform to the processes and protocols prescribed in the Comprehensive Eme rgency
Management Plan. This helps enable effective and coordinated emergency
management operations, consistent with individual department and agency authorities
and responsibilities.
4.4 Operational Concepts
Managing ―routine‖ emergencies is the function of certain municipal agencies such as
the Fire and Police Departments. Management of a major emergency or disaster will
require an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activation to coordinate overall
response.
A major emergency or disaster exists when a situation exceeds the everyday
capabilities of responding agencies or requires coordination between agencies. Some
elements that can be found in a major emergencies or disaster include:
A significant number of casualties
Severe or widespread property damage
Non-routine multi-agency response
Shortage of needed resources
Extended interruption of vital services such as transportation or utilities
Evacuations requiring sheltering
Extensive news media coverage
4.4.1 Emergency Management
Emergency Management coordinates emergency preparedness activities for the City.
Emergency Management accomplishes this task by acting as a facilitator to ensure the
City has the appropriate means for command, control, and communications for
agencies that respond to emergencies threatening life or property. Emergency
Management in conjunction with Fire and/or Police (incident dependant) may act as
lead in a complex citywide event or as an operational support, providing logistical,
technical, or advisory support to the Incident Commander in the EOC and/or field.
4.4.2 Emergency Management and the Mayor
The mayor bears ultimate responsibility for the safety and welfare of persons and
property within the City and may delegate emergency responsibilities to appropriate
agencies and officials as allowed by law.
4.4.3 Emergency Declarations
The mayor may declare a civil emergency to expedite access to the resources needed
for incident response. If the required response exceeds local capabilities, the mayor
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may ask for county and state assistance and request a gubernatorial disaster
declaration. The governor may request federal aid when it appears that the combined
resources of local and state agencies will be inadequate. If state or federal resources
are made available to the City, they will be under the operational control of the mayor or
mayor’s designee. Sample Declarations and Proclamation Requests are located in
CEMP Annex 1.
4.4.4 Succession of Mayor’s Powers
Temporary Absence – During the temporary absence or incapacity of the mayor, the
Mayor Pro Tem will be acting mayor and will assume the powers and duties of the
mayor including those for emergencies and veto power.
In the absence of both the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, the council member with the
longest tenure will assume the office of acting mayor. If more than one council member
has the same total period of tenure in office the council member who received the
largest number of votes at the last election will be acting mayor.
Vacancy – When a mayoral vacancy occurs, the Mayor Pro Tem will serve as the acting
mayor with all powers and duties of the mayor, including emergency powers, until a
mayoral successor is elected. A mayoral vacancy arises when one or more of the
following occurs:
o Resignation
o Death
o Judicial determination of incompetence
o Conviction of a felony
o Removal from office for breach of public trust
If the Mayor Pro Tem is unable to serve as acting mayor , the council member with the
longest tenure will assume the office of acting mayor. If more than one council member
has the same total period of tenure in office the council member who received the
largest number of votes at the last election will be acting mayor.
(RCW’s 35A.12.065, 42.12.010, 42.12.070)
4.4.5 Continuity of Government
A large incident could result in the death or injury of key government officials, city
workers, destruction of established seats of government, and damage to public records
that are essential to continued operations of government. Throughout an emergency,
the City must continue to function as a government entity so that it may provide
continuity of effective leadership, direction of emergency operations, and management
of recovery operations.
By mid 2010, the City of Arlington will complete its comprehensive Continuity of
Government Plan to ensure that essential services will be continued in a disaster.
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4.4.6 Delivery of Essential Services
Essential functions are those that deliver life and safety services to the City and
maintain the economic well-being of the community. Upon the completion of the city
Continuity of Government Plan, all departments will have identified and will annually
update their essential functions, the personnel required to perform those functions, and
the lines of succession for managerial or specialized staff.
4.5 Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
The EOC is located at Arlington City Council Chambers 238 North Olympic Avenue,
Arlington WA. Its role during an emergency or threat is to coordinate command
decisions, resources and public information on a strategic level. The EOC’s role does
not eliminate the requirements that responding agencies have for tactical level
coordination of labor and resources. The EOC facilitates the coordination of multiple
agencies and departments into a comprehensive strategy of incident response. During
a large-scale emergency, the EOC may become the temporary seat of city government.
The Main Comprehensive Goals of the EOC are:
Save and protect the greatest number of people at risk
Ensure the safety of first responders and City employees
Save and protect as many residential, business and industrial properties as
possible
Save and protect as much vital infrastructure as possible
Restrain the spread of environmental damage
Minimize human suffering and economic interruptions
Facilitate the recovery of Arlington to get ―back to normal as quickly as possible‖
4.5.1 Staffing the Emergency Operations Center
During normal day to day operations the EOC is not staffed but is maintained by the city
emergency management coordinator. Once activated, the EOC will be staffed by
multiple city employees and community partners utilizing the Incident Command
System. The emergency management coordinator will facilitate training in the incident
Command System and the functions required to perform an EOC role. EOC teams will
work together for an operational period of 8 -12 hours as defined by the EOC Incident
Commander. City employees working in the activated EOC will not perform their
regular job functions during an emergency.
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4.5.2 Activating the Emergency Operations Center
The EOC will be activated to support response or recovery operations when the scope
or scale of an emergency surpasses the capacity to be managed from a field Incident
Command post. Persons authorized to activate the EOC are the following:
Mayor
City Administrator
Fire Chief
Police Chief
Public Works Director
Field Incident Commander
Emergency Management Coordinator
4.5.3 Contingency Emergency Operations Centers
In the event that the primary EOC becomes damaged or otherwise unavailable during
an emergency, the EOC may be located at 6231 188th Street, Arlington WA (Arlington
Fire Dept. Station 47) (May change to Arlington Airport Conference room).
EOC facilities located outside of the Arlington area include Snohomish County
Department of Emergency Management (SCDEM) at 3509 109th Street, Everett WA.
Arlington as a paying partner of SCDEM also has access to a mobile command and
control vehicle stationed at 1305 Grove Street, Marysville (Station 61). SCDEM can
also provide a ―mobile EOC‖ set up at the request of the Mayor to the County Executive.
The above sites if necessary may operate as a contingency EOC or in coordination with
Arlington EOC.
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Figure 1 City of Arlington EOC Organizational Structure - ICS Org Chart
Mayor
of Arlington
Incident
Commander
Public
Information
Officer
Liaison Officer
Safety Officer
Operations Logistics Planning Finance/Admin
City Council/Policy
City Attorney
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V Emergency Management Phases
This section describes emergency management actions ranging from initial threat
notification to early coordination efforts to assess and disrupt the threat, to preparatory
activation of the ESF structure, to deployment of resources in support of incident
response and recovery operations. These actions do not necessarily occur in sequential
order; many may be undertaken concurrently in response to single or multiple threats or
incidents.
5.0 Time Phases of Disaster Operations
Mitigation and Preparedness
Before a disaster strikes– city, county, and other government agencies shall take
steps to reduce the disaster effects.
These steps shall include, but not be limited to:
o Conducting continuous planning studies of potential disaster elements in the
city and developing a comprehensive emergency management program.
o Reviewing the disaster readiness capabilities and upgrading procedures in
keeping with changing emergency management and response technology.
o Encouraging and maintaining interagency cooperation and coordination of
readiness planning.
o Maintaining vehicles, equipment, and facilities in a readiness condition.
o Conducting programs of public information and education on disaster
preparedness and personal survival.
o Reviewing and improving response capabilities by conducting training,
drills, and exercises.
Response - Increased Readiness Period
If a disaster is imminent all agencies with emergency responsibilities shall:
o Comply with established checklists and review response status and
procedures.
o Notify key staff according to suggested operating guidelines.
o Notify the appropriate organizations.
o Prepare and update necessary information for release to the public.
o Activate, as appropriate, the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
o Initiate mitigation and preparedness programs to reduce the effects of the
disaster.
o Initiate all record keeping, data collection, and control measures as needed.
Response - Emergency Period
When a disaster strikes all agencies with emergency responsibilities shall:
o Initiate and conduct disaster response operations in accordance with
established suggested operating guidelines.
o Coordinate their response with all involved agencies and jurisdictions
through the city’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
o Keep the public and government officials advised of the actions taken.
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o Assess and evaluate the effectiveness of emergency response efforts and
establish priorities in the application of resources.
Recovery Phase
After the threat to life and property has passed, those agencies involved in the
response shall:
o Obtain detailed damage assessment information.
o Coordinate the application of resources to meet the long-term needs of the
city with the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
o Identify deficiencies in response, conduct after action debriefings, and
implement actions for improvement.
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VI City of Arlington Hazard Vulnerability
The City of Arlington is vulnerable to the damaging effects of certain hazards, which can
be categorized into three basic types:
Natural hazards are expected or uncontrollable events caused by nature. In
some cases, they can be human triggered, such as a human-triggered
avalanche.
Technological hazards are generally caused by human error or omission. They
may also be triggered by a natural hazard, such as a weather-related power
failure.
Human/societal hazards are the result of deliberate human acts.
A summary of the major hazards is provided in Figure 2. The terms are defined as
follows:
Probability
Highly likely—Near 100% probability in the next year.
Likely—Between 10% and 90% probability in the next year, or at least one chance in the next
10 years.
Possible—Between 1% and 10% probability in the next year, or at least one chance in the next
25 years.
Unlikely—Less than 1% probability in the next 10 years.
Severity
Catastrophic—Multiple deaths; shutdown of affected critical facilities for 1 month or more; more
than 50% of effected property severely damaged.
Critical—Injuries or illness resulting in permanent disability; shutdown of affected critical facilities
for at least 2 weeks; 25% to 50% of effected property severely damaged.
Limited—Temporary injuries; shutdown of affected critical facilities for 1-2 weeks; 10% to 25%
of effected property severely damaged.
Negligible—Injuries treatable with first aid; shutdown of affected critical facilities for 24 hours or
less; less than 10% of effected property severely damaged.
Magnitude
Scale and extent of the geographic area affected-
Limited- Local geographical area; generally neighborhood blocks to city wide.
Widespread- Impacts more than local city; could be multiple areas; or county to state wide.
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Warning Time
None/minimal – Mechanisms are not in place to be able to predict hazard will occur.
Time/hours – Can be predicted that the incident will more than likely take place within a certain
amount of time. Monitored by public safety officials.
Risk Priority
Level of priority the hazard should be planned for. Low to High
Hazard Matrix – Figure 2 next page……….
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Figure 2 City of Arlington Hazard Matrix
Hazard Type Probability Magnitude Warning
Time
Severity Risk
Priority
Natural
Earthquake Likely Widespread None Critical/
Catastrophic
High
Flood Likely Limited 1+ hours Negligible Medium
Severe Weather
Snow/Rain/Wind
Likely
Widespread
12+ hours
Negligible
Medium
Volcano/Lahar Possible Limited None –
minutes +
Limited Low
Tornado Unlikely Limited None-
minutes+
Critical Medium
Landslide Possible Limited None-
minutes+
Limited Low
Wildfire/Urban Interface Possible Limited None-
minutes +
Limited Med
Man Made
Chemical/Hazardous
Material Event
Likely Limited None-
minutes +
Critical Medium
Fire (Large Facility) Possible Limited None Critical Low
Power Outage—Large Scale Possible Widespread None-
minutes +
Limited Medium
Water System Failure Possible Widespread None-
minutes+
Limited Low
Accident—Major
Transportation Event
Likely
Limited
None
Negligible
Low
Health Emergency
(Example—Pan Flu)
Possible
Widespread
24 + Hours Catastrophic High
Civil Disorder Unlikely Limited None-
minutes+
Negligible Low
Violence/Hostage Event Possible Limited None Critical Medium
Terrorism/Chemical
Biological Radiological
Nuclear Explosive CBRNE
event
Unlikely Limited None-
minutes+
Catastrophic Medium
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VII Ongoing Plan Management and Maintenance
7.1 Coordination
The City of Arlington uses the ―preparedness organization‖ concept described in the
National Incident Management System for the ongoing management and maintenance
of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. These organizations typically
include all agencies with a role in emergency management and provide a forum for
coordination of policy, planning, training, equipping, and other preparedness
requirements.
7.2 Plan Maintenance
The Emergency Management Coordinator in close coordination with the Mayor is the
agent for Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan management and maintenance.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan will be updated periodically as
required to incorporate new Presidential directives, legislative changes, and procedural
changes based on lessons learned from exercises and actual events. This section
establishes procedures for interim changes and full updates of the Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan.
7.2.1 Types of Changes
Changes include additions of new or supplementary material or deletions. No proposed
change should contradict or override authorities or other plans contained in statute or
regulation.
7.2.2 Coordination and Approval
Any department or individual may propose a change to the plan. The Emergency
Management Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all proposed modifications of the
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan with stakeholders. The Emergency
Management Coordinator will coordinate review and approve proposed modifications
through the Mayor and City Council.
7.3 Notice of Change
After coordination has been accomplished, including the necessary approval supporting
the final change language, the Emergency Management Coordinator will issue an official
Notice of Change.
The notice will specify the date, number, subject, purpose, background, and action
required, and provide the change language on one or more numbered and dated insert
pages that will replace the outdated pages in the Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan. Once published, the modifications will be considered part of the
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan for operational purposes pending a formal
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revision and reissuance of the entire document. Interim changes can be further modified or
updated using the above process.
7.4 Distribution
The Emergency Management Coordinator will distribute Notices of Change to all plan
holders.
7.5 Reissuance of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
Working toward continuous improvement, the Emergency Management Coordinator is
responsible for coordinating full reviews and updates of the Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan every two years, or more frequently if deemed necessary. The review
and update will consider lessons learned and best practices identified during exercises
and responses to actual events, and incorporate new information technologies.
7.6 The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and City of
Arlington Preparedness
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan provides a key aspect of city
compliance with various statutes and regulations regarding preparedness.
Preparedness tasks related to the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan are
summarized below:
Develop measures to ensure the safety and reduce the risk to incident personnel
and the public.
Develop Emergency Operations Plan Checklists for City ―operations‖.
Develop suggested operating guidelines for departmental emergency operations.
Provide long-range mitigation planning.
Develop long-term recovery plan.
Develop plans for evacuation and traffic flow during an incident.
Prepare, monitor, and maintain the city’s hazard identification and vulnerability
analysis.
Equip, stock, and maintain the city’s primary and alternate EOC.
Provide training in disaster preparedness and response.
Continue NIMS Implementation by training appropriate personnel in ICS 400.
Plan for and participate in an all hazards exercise program.
Implement training program for City staff in accordance with ICS organizational
structures, doctrine and procedures. Including the use of Incident Action Planning,
and common communications plans.
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Annexes
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Annex 1 – Sample Emergency Declarations
City Of Arlington Declaration Flood Emergency - Template
WHEREAS, the City of Arlington has been subjected to climatic conditions favorable to
flooding and wind damage; and
WHEREAS, the Stillaguamish River at SR-530 is currently at 18.6 feet and is predicted to
rise to 21.6 feet by 10 a.m. Thursday, which is expected to be near record level ; and
WHEREAS, damages have occurred to City of Arlington roads and infrastructures, utilities,
private roads, homes, businesses, and farmland due to rising river levels and urban
flooding; and
WHEREAS, there is an emergency present which necessitates activation of the City of
Arlington Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and utilization of emergency
powers granted pursuant to RCW 38.52;
NOW THEREFORE, I, Margaret Larson, Mayor of City of Arlington, as a result of the
aforementioned situation and under RCW 38.52.020 (1)(b) and RCW 36.40.180 do hereby
proclaim that a State of Emergency exists in the City of Arlington and direct the supporting
plans and procedures to the City of Arlington Comprehensive Emergency Management
Plan to be implemented. Designated departments are authorized under RCW 38.52.070 (2)
and SCC 3.04.200 to enter into contracts and incur obligations necessary to combat such
an emergency and to protect the health and safety of persons and property, and provide
emergency assistance to the victims of such disaster. Each designated department is
authorized to exercise the powers vested in this resolution in light of the demands of an
extreme emergency situation without regard to time consuming procedures and formalities
prescribed by law (excepting mandatory constitutional requirements).
DATED this ___th day of ________ 20___
MAYOR OF
CITY OF ARLINGTON, WASHINGTON
Margaret Larson
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City of Arlington Declaration for City-Wide Snow Emergency
WHEREAS, the City has received an usually large amount of snow fall within a 6 day
period,
WHEREAS, there is an emergency present which necessitates activation of the City of
Arlington Emergency Operations Plan and the Snohomish County Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan and utilization of emergency powers grants pursuant to
RCW 38.52;
WHEREAS, the City recognizes the need for additional assistance and resources,
NOW THEREFORE, I Margaret Larson as a result of these unprecedented snow storms
do hereby proclaim that a State of Emergency exists within the City of Arlington.
Designated departments are authorized under RCW 38.52.070(2) to enter into contracts
and incur obligations necessary to combat such an emergency. Each designated
department is authorized to exercise powers vested in this resolution in light of
demands of extreme emergency situation without regard to time consuming procedures
and formalities prescribed by law (excepting mandatory constitutional requirements).
DATED this th day of 20 .
Margaret Larson, Mayor, City of Arlington
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Annex 2 – Memorandums of Understanding - Shelter of City Staff
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BETWEEN: City of Arlington and
Arlington Boys and Girls Club 18513 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223
FOR: Sheltering and or support of City employees during ongoing emergency operations.
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) is entered into on this day of
__________, 2009 by and between the following parties:
City of Arlington and the Arlington Boys and Girls Club ·
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS: Washington State statute RCW Chapter 38.52 (Emergency Management) provides
for and mandates that local governments develop comprehensive emergency management
programs for the purpose of preparing for disasters and carrying out emergency functions; and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington is to create and maintain Comprehensive Emergency Response
Plans and to conduct mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities for the local
jurisdictions and political subdivisions of the City of Arlington and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington and the Arlington Boys and Girls Club agree that in order to
provide the maximum possible protection for the lives and property for the citizens of City of
Arlington, it is desirable to cooperate and to fully utilize available local resources; and
WHEREAS: The parties desire to render assistance to the Citizens of Arlington in the spirit of
cooperation to provide resources in order to deal with natural or man-made emergencies within
the City of Arlington.
BE IT THEREFORE UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED between the aforesaid parties:
1. Identification of Need for Assistance. The Arlington Incident Commander, Emergency
Manager or designee for the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or
Command Post is authorized to request assistance from the Arlington Boys and Girls Club to
establish a location suitable for an employee shelter/support center if confronted with an
emergency situation for which the requestor has urgent need of sheltering and respite for
employees during an ongoing disaster response/recovery operation.
2. Request for Assistance. Following identification of the need for assistance, a request shall be
made through the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center or Command Post via the
Logistics Coordinator who shall contact the Arlington Boys and Girls Club at 360-435-4442 and
request assistance under the terms of this memorandum of understanding.
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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3. Response to Request. Arlington Boys and Girls Club shall:
3.1 Determine if the facility is available to house City employees and/or if personnel are
available to staff the facility. The Arlington Boys and Girls Club shall respond to the City of
Arlington’s request, and determine the amount of space available notifying the City of Arlington
Logistics Coordinator of this information.
3.2 In the event the facility is not immediately available, the Arlington Boys and Girls Club will
advise the City of Arlington Logistics Coordinator and will give an estimated time if and when
the facility may become available or advise the City of Arlington to seek another location.
4. No Requirement to Provide Assistance: The facility provided under the terms of this
agreement is furnished voluntarily and at the discretion of the Arlington Boys and Girls Club.
Prior to occupancy by City Staff, the Arlington Boys and Girls Club Manager and City
Logistics Coordinator (or designee) will jointly conduct a pre-occupancy survey of the
facility to pre-identify any existing damage. Damage which may occur during the time City
Staff occupy the facility will be determined jointly between the Arlington Boys and Girls Club
Manager and the City Logistics Coordinator (or designee) and reimbursement shall be at the
standard rate of the day before the disaster or emergency.
5. Termination of Service: Requests that the use of the Arlington Boys and Girls Club Facility
be terminated as an employee shelter shall be made by the Incident Commander or designee as
soon as conditions warrant with the Logistics Coordinator advising the termination of service.
The Arlington Boys and Girls Club may also request termination of the agreement giving a
minimum of twenty-four (24) hours notice to the City if the facility is already occupied by the
City.
6 Liability: Each party shall be responsible for its own liability arising from its respective acts or
omissions. Neither party agrees to assume any liability for the other, or defend the other party
arising from the other party's negligent acts or omissions.
7. Insurance: Each party agrees to be adequately self-insured or to maintain adequate insurance
coverage.
8. Term: This MOU shall be in effect from April 2009 and shall continue until otherwise
modified or terminated. Modification will occur only with mutual and written consent of the
parties. Any termination shall be pursuant to written notice, and shall be effective upon receipt of
such written notice by the other party, or within three (3) days of mailing said notice, whichever
occurs first. The parties agree that the MOU should be reviewed at least every five (5) years.
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RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
__________________________________ __________________________________
City of Arlington Mayor, Margaret Larson Date
__________________________________ ___________________________________
Bill Kinney, Manager Date
For questions or revisions of this MOU, please contact:
Christine Badger, Arlington Community Emergency Management Coordinator
6231 188th Street NE, Arlington WA 98223
360-403-3600 ~ cbadger@ci.arlington.wa.us
Date Entered into Emergency Operations Plan:
City of Arlington Emergency Management Division
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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BETWEEN: City of Arlington and
The Point Church 18722 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223
FOR: Sheltering of City Staff to support ongoing emergency operations during an emergency
or disaster.
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) is entered into on this day of
__________, 2009 by and between the following parties:
City of Arlington and The Point Church ·
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS: Washington State statute RCW Chapter 38.52 (Emergency Management) provides
for and mandates that local governments develop comprehensive emergency management
programs for the purpose of preparing for disasters and carrying out emergency functions; and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington is to create and maintain Comprehensive Emergency Response
Plans and to conduct mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities for the local
jurisdictions and political subdivisions of the City of Arlington and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington and The Point Church agree that in order to provide the
maximum possible protection for the lives and property for the citizens of City of Arlington, it is
desirable to cooperate and to fully utilize available local resources; and
WHEREAS: The parties desire to render assistance to the Citizens of Arlington in the spirit of
cooperation to provide resources in order to deal with natural or man-made emergencies within
the City of Arlington.
BE IT THEREFORE UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED between the aforesaid parties:
1. Identification of Need for Assistance. The Arlington Incident Commander, Emergency
Manager or designee for the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or
Command Post is authorized to request assistance from The Point Church to establish a location
suitable for an employee shelter if confronted with an emergency situation for which the
requestor has urgent need of sheltering and respite for employees off shift of an ongoing disaster
response/recovery and or other designated emergency
2. Request for Assistance. Following identification of the need for assistance, a City Employee
Shelter request shall be made through the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center or
Command Post via the Logistics Coordinator who shall contact at 360-435-1616 and request
assistance under the terms of this memorandum of understanding.
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3. Response to Request. The Point Church shall:
3.1 Determine if the facility is available to house City employees and if personnel are available
to staff the facility. The Point Church shall respond to the City of Arlington’s request, and
determine the amount of space available notifying the City of Arlington Logistics Coordinator of
this information.
3.2 In the event the facility is not immediately available, The Point Church will advise the City
of Arlington Logistics Coordinator and will give an estimated time if and when the facility may
become available or advise the City of Arlington to seek another location.
4. No Requirement to Provide Assistance: The facility provided under the terms of this
agreement is furnished voluntarily and at the discretion of The Point Church. Prior to occupancy
by City Staff, The Point Facilities Manager and City Logistics Coordinator (or designee)
will jointly conduct a pre-occupancy survey of the facility as a shelter to pre-identify any
existing damage. Damage which may occur during the time City Staff occupy the facility will
be determined jointly between The Point Facilities Manager and the City Logistics Coordinator
(or designee) and reimbursement shall be at the standard rate of the day before the disaster or
emergency.
5. Termination of Service: Requests that the Point Facility be terminated as an employee shelter
shall be made by the Incident Commander or designee as soon as conditions warrant with the
Logistics Coordinator advising the termination of service. The Point may also request
termination of the agreement giving a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours notice to the City if
the facility is already occupied by the City as an employee shelter.
6 Liability: Each party shall be responsible for its own liability arising from its respective acts or
omissions. Neither party agrees to assume any liability for the other, or defend the other party
arising from the other party's negligent acts or omissions.
7. Insurance: Each party agrees to be adequately self-insured or to maintain adequate insurance
coverage.
8. Term: This MOU shall be in effect from _______________2009 and shall continue until
otherwise modified or terminated. Modification will occur only with mutual and written consent
of the parties. Any termination shall be pursuant to written notice, and shall be effective upon
receipt of such written notice by the other party, or within three (3) days of mailing said notice,
whichever occurs first. The parties agree that the MOU should be reviewed at least every five (5)
years.
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12/29/2008
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
__________________________________ __________________________________
City of Arlington Mayor, Margaret Larson Date
__________________________________ ___________________________________
Pastor Mike Zachman Date
For questions or revisions of this MOU, please contact:
Christine Badger, Arlington Community Emergency Management Coordinator
6231 188th Street NE, Arlington WA 98223
360-403-3600 ~ cbadger@ci.arlington.wa.us
Date Entered into Emergency Operations Plan:
City of Arlington Emergency Management Division
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12/29/2008
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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Annex 2.1 – Memorandums of Understanding – Reunification/Family
Care for patients admitted to Cascade Valley Hospital
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BETWEEN: City of Arlington and
Our Saviors Lutheran Church 615 E. Highland Drive, Arlington, WA
98223
FOR: A reunification/family care center designated for families of those involved in a disaster
or mass casualty incident and are being treated at Cascade Valley Hospital. The site may also be
used as a reunification center for other types of disasters including those resulting from volcanic
activity or for temporary staging of green level patients in case of a hospital evacuation.
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) is entered into on this day of
__________, 2009 by and between the following parties:
City of Arlington and Arlington Our Saviors Lutheran Church
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS: Washington State statute RCW Chapter 38.52 (Emergency Management) provides
for and mandates that local governments develop comprehensive emergency management
programs for the purpose of preparing for disasters and carrying out emergency functions; and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington is to create and maintain Comprehensive Emergency Response
Plans and to conduct mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities for the local
jurisdictions and political subdivisions of the City of Arlington and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington and Our Saviors Lutheran Church agree that in order to provide
the maximum possible protection for the lives and property for the citizens of City of Arlington,
it is desirable to cooperate and to fully utilize available local resources; and
WHEREAS: The parties desire to render assistance to the Citizens of Arlington and in the spirit
of cooperation to provide space for a reunification/family care center in order to deal with natural
or man-made emergencies within the City of Arlington.
BE IT THEREFORE UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED between the aforesaid parties:
1. Identification of Need for Assistance. The Arlington Incident Commander, Emergency
Manager or designee for the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or
Command Post is authorized to request assistance from Our Saviors Lutheran Church if
confronted with an emergency situation for which the requestor has urgent need of space for a
family reunification/family care center.
2. Request for Assistance. Following identification of the need for assistance, a request for use
of space shall be made through the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center, Emergency
Management Coordinator, Cascade Valley Hospital EOC or Command Post via the Logistics
Coordinator who shall contact
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Our Saviors Lutheran Church 24 hour contact ____________________________at the following
phone number _______________________ and request assistance under the terms of this
memorandum of understanding.
3. Response to Request. Our Saviors Lutheran Church shall:
3.1 Determine how much space, and for how long the space is available for use by The City of
Arlington or Cascade Valley Hospital. If space is available and prior to occupancy a joint
building assessment will take place with a designated representative of Cascade Valley Hospital
and or City of Arlington and Our Saviors Lutheran Church to identify any pre-existing
conditions to the facility if any.
3.2 In the event the requested space is not immediately available, Our Saviors Lutheran Church
will advise the requestor and will give an estimated time when the space may become available
or will advise the City of Arlington/Cascade Valley Hospital to seek assistance from another
agency.
4. No Requirement to Provide Assistance: Space for a family reunification/family care center
provided under the terms of this agreement are furnished voluntarily and at the discretion of Our
Saviors Lutheran Church understanding that providing space in an emergency will assist with the
overall recovery efforts of the City/Citizens of Arlington.
5. Termination of Service: Requests for space for family reunification from Our Saviors
Lutheran Church shall be terminated by the Incident Commander or designee as soon as
conditions warrant with the Logistics Coordinator advising Our Saviors Lutheran Church of the
termination of service. A post occupancy damage assessment will take place by a designated
representative of City of Arlington and or Cascade Valley Hospital and Our Saviors Lutheran
Church to document damages that occurred as the result of use during the emergency/disaster
situation.
6 Liability: Each party shall be responsible for its own liability arising from its respective acts or
omissions. Neither party agrees to assume any liability for the other, or defend the other party
arising from the other party's negligent acts or omissions.
7. Insurance: Each party agrees to be adequately self-insured or to maintain adequate insurance
coverage.
8. Term: This MOU shall be in effect from _______________2009 and shall continue until
otherwise modified or terminated. Modification will occur only with mutual and written consent
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of the parties. Any termination shall be pursuant to written notice, and shall be effective
upon receipt of such written notice by the other party, or within three (3) days of mailing said
notice, whichever occurs first. The parties agree that the MOU should be reviewed at least every
five (5) years.
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
__________________________________________ ________________________
City of Arlington Mayor, Margaret Larson Date
___________________________________________ ________________________
Our Saviors Lutheran Church,__________________ Date
For questions or revisions of this MOU, please contact:
Christine Badger, Arlington Community Emergency Management Coordinator
6231 188th Street NE, Arlington WA 98223
360-403-3600 ~ cbadger@ci.arlington.wa.us
Date Entered into Emergency Operations Plan:
City of Arlington Emergency Management Division
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March 2009
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Annex 2.2 – Memorandums of Understanding – Construction Equipment
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BETWEEN: City of Arlington and
Jet City Equipment, 10219 Smokey Point Blvd, Marysville, WA 98271
FOR: Access to and utilization of construction equipment during a disaster or emergency.
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) is entered into on this day of
__________, 2009 by and between the following parties:
City of Arlington and Jet City Equipment
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS: Washington State statute RCW Chapter 38.52 (Emergency Management) provides
for and mandates that local governments develop comprehensive emergency management
programs for the purpose of preparing for disasters and carrying out emergency functions; and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington is to create and maintain Comprehensive Emergency Response
Plans and to conduct mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities for the local
jurisdictions and political subdivisions of the City of Arlington and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington and Jet City Equipment agree that in order to provide the
maximum possible protection for the lives and property for the citizens of City of Arlington, it is
desirable to cooperate and to fully utilize available local resources; and
WHEREAS: The parties desire to render assistance to the Citizens of Arlington and in the spirit
of cooperation to provide local construction equipment in order to deal with natural or man-made
emergencies within the City of Arlington.
BE IT THEREFORE UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED between the aforesaid parties:
1. Identification of Need for Assistance. The Arlington Incident Commander, Emergency
Manager or designee for the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or
Command Post is authorized to request assistance from Jet City Equipment if confronted with an
emergency situation for which the requestor has urgent need of construction equipment at the
scene of a disaster or other designated emergency
2. Request for Assistance. Following identification of the need for assistance, a request for
construction equipment support shall be made through the City of Arlington Emergency
Operations Center or Command Post via the Logistics Coordinator who shall contact Jet City
Equipment at 360-651-9079 and request assistance under the terms of this memorandum of
understanding.
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01/23/2009
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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3. Response to Request. Jet City Equipment shall:
3.1 Determine if equipment is available to respond to the City of Arlington request, and
determine the number and type of equipment available and deliver equipment to the agreed
designated location.
3.2 In the event the requested equipment is not immediately available, Jet City will advise the
City of Arlington Logistics Coordinator and will give an estimated time when needed equipment
may become available or advise the City of Arlington to order from another vendor.
4. No Requirement to Provide Assistance: All equipment/supplies and/or services provided
under the terms of this agreement are furnished voluntarily and at the discretion of Jet City
Equipment. Reimbursement shall be the standard daily rate of the day before the disaster or
emergency.
5. Command Responsibility at the Disaster/Emergency Scene: The Incident Commander of the
requesting party shall be in charge of the equipment and will ensure equipment is operated in
accordance with manufactures recommendations following recommended service intervals and
operator care. For repairs beyond operator care, work shall be done by designated personnel from
Jet City Equipment unless otherwise designated in this agreement.
6. Termination of Service: The construction equipment of Jet City Equipment shall be released
from service by the Incident Commander or designee as soon as conditions warrant. Construction
equipment will remain in a safe and secured location on site or moved to a designated secure site
which is accessible to Jet City Equipment to retrieve unless otherwise stated.
7 Liability: Each party shall be responsible for its own liability arising from its respective acts or
omissions. Neither party agrees to assume any liability for the other, or defend the other party
arising from the other party's negligent acts or omissions.
8. Insurance: Each party agrees to be adequately self-insured or to maintain adequate insurance
coverage.
9. Term: This MOU shall be in effect from _______________2009 and shall continue until
otherwise modified or terminated. Modification will occur only with mutual and written consent
of the parties. Any termination shall be pursuant to written notice, and shall be effective upon
receipt of such written notice by the other party, or within three (3) days of mailing said notice,
whichever occurs first. The parties agree that the MOU should be reviewed at least every five (5)
years.
MOU Jet City Equipment and the City of Arlington
01/23/2009
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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January 2010 Page 62
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RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
__________________________________ __________________________________
City of Arlington Mayor, Margaret Larson Date
__________________________________ ___________________________________
Jet City Equipment, Dan Leahy Date
For questions or revisions of this MOU, please contact:
Christine Badger, Arlington Community Emergency Management Coordinator
6231 188th Street NE, Arlington WA 98223
360-403-3600 ~ cbadger@ci.arlington.wa.us
Date Entered into Emergency Operations Plan:
City of Arlington Emergency Management Division
MOU Jet City Equipment and the City of Arlington
01/23/2009
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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BETWEEN: City of Arlington and
Nelson Petroleum, 112580 St. SW Everett, WA 98203
FOR: Vehicle/generator/equipment refueling (gas or diesel) during a disaster or emergency.
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) is entered into on this day of
__________, 2009 by and between the following parties:
City of Arlington and Nelson Petroleum
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS: Washington State statute RCW Chapter 38.52 (Emergency Management) provides
for and mandates that local governments develop comprehensive emergency management
programs for the purpose of preparing for disasters and carrying out emergency functions; and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington is to create and maintain Comprehensive Emergency Response
Plans and to conduct mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities for the local
jurisdictions and political subdivisions of the City of Arlington and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington and Nelson Petroleum agree that in order to provide the
maximum possible protection for the lives and property for the citizens of City of Arlington, it is
desirable to cooperate and to fully utilize available local resources; and
WHEREAS: The parties desire to render assistance to the Citizens of Arlington and in the spirit
of cooperation to provide fuel for emergency and necessary equipment in order to deal with
natural or man-made emergencies within the City of Arlington.
BE IT THEREFORE UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED between the aforesaid parties:
1. Identification of Need for Assistance. The Arlington Incident Commander, Emergency
Manager or designee for the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or
Command Post is authorized to request assistance from Nelson Petroleum if confronted with an
emergency situation for which the requestor has urgent need of vehicle/generator/equipment
refueling at the scene of a disaster and/or designated emergency facilities (PD, EOC, Fire,
Hospital, Shelter Facility).
2. Request for Assistance. Following identification of the need for assistance, a request for
emergency refueling support shall be made through the City of Arlington Emergency Operations
Center or Command Post via the Logistics Coordinator who shall contact Nelson Petroleum at
(425) 353-9701 or (360) 435-2208 and request assistance under the terms of this
memorandum of understanding.
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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3. Response to Request. Nelson Petroleum shall:
3.1 Determine if fuel is available to respond to the City of Arlington request, and permit self-
service or fuel delivery to the agreed designated location(s).
3.2 In the event the requested fuel is not immediately available, Nelson Petroleum will advise the
City of Arlington Logistics Coordinator and will give an estimated time when needed fuel may
become available or advise the City of Arlington to order from another vendor.
4. No Requirement to Provide Assistance: All equipment/supplies and/or services provided
under the terms of this agreement are furnished voluntarily and at the discretion of Nelson
Petroleum. Reimbursement shall be the standard daily rate of the day before the disaster or
emergency.
5. Termination of Service: When emergency refueling is no longer needed the Incident
Commander or designee will advise the Logistics Coordinator that fueling operations have
ceased. The Logistics Coordinator will notify Nelson Petroleum at the above or otherwise
designated phone number.
7 Liability: Each party shall be responsible for its own liability arising from its respective acts or
omissions. Neither party agrees to assume any liability for the other, or defend the other party
arising from the other party's negligent acts or omissions.
8. Insurance: Each party agrees to be adequately self-insured or to maintain adequate insurance
coverage.
9. Term: This MOU shall be in effect from _______________2009 and shall continue until
otherwise modified or terminated. Modification will occur only with mutual and written consent
of the parties. Any termination shall be pursuant to written notice, and shall be effective upon
receipt of such written notice by the other party, or within three (3) days of mailing said notice,
whichever occurs first. The parties agree that the MOU should be reviewed at least every five (5)
years.
MOU Nelson Petroleum and the City of Arlington
01/22/2009
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
__________________________________ __________________________________
City of Arlington Mayor, Margaret Larson Date
__________________________________ ___________________________________
Nelson Petroleum, Don Anderson Date
For questions or revisions of this MOU, please contact:
Christine Badger, Arlington Community Emergency Management Coordinator
6231 188th Street NE, Arlington WA 98223
360-403-3600 ~ cbadger@ci.arlington.wa.us
Date Entered into Emergency Operations Plan:
City of Arlington Emergency Management Division
MOU Nelson Petroleum and the City of Arlington
01/22/2009
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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BETWEEN: City of Arlington and
Twin City Foods 210 S. West Ave. Arlington, WA 98223
FOR: Temporary refrigeration services in the event of a mass-fatality incident which
overwhelms the cities resources and until such time as emergency burial and or other disposition
arrangements can be made.
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) is entered into on this day of
__________, 2009 by and between the following parties:
City of Arlington and Twin City Foods
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS: Washington State statute RCW Chapter 38.52 (Emergency Management) provides
for and mandates that local governments develop comprehensive emergency management
programs for the purpose of preparing for disasters and carrying out emergency functions; and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington is to create and maintain Comprehensive Emergency Response
Plans and to conduct mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities for the local
jurisdictions and political subdivisions of the City of Arlington and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington and Twin City Foods agree that in order to provide the
maximum possible protection for the lives and property for the citizens of City of Arlington, it is
desirable to cooperate and to fully utilize available local resources; and
WHEREAS: The parties desire to render assistance to the Citizens of Arlington and in the spirit
of cooperation to provide cold storage space/temporary refrigeration services in order to deal
with natural or man-made emergencies within the City of Arlington.
BE IT THEREFORE UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED between the aforesaid parties:
1. Identification of Need for Assistance. The Arlington Incident Commander, Emergency
Manager or designee for the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or
Command Post is authorized to request assistance from Twin City Foods if confronted with an
emergency situation for which the requestor has urgent need of space for temporary refrigeration
services.
2. Request for Assistance. Following identification of the need for assistance, a request for use
of refrigeration space/equipment shall be made through the City of Arlington Emergency
Operations Center, Emergency
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Management Coordinator via the Logistics Coordinator who shall contact Twin City Foods
24 hour contact ____________________________at the following phone number
_______________________ and request assistance under the terms of this memorandum of
understanding.
3. Response to Request. Twin City Foods shall:
3.1 Determine how much space, and for how long the space is available for use by The City of
Arlington.
3.2 In the event the requested space is not immediately available, Twin City Foods will advise
the requestor and will give an estimated time when the space may become available or will
advise the City of Arlington to seek assistance from another source.
4. No Requirement to Provide Assistance: Temporary Refrigeration Services provided under
the terms of this agreement are furnished voluntarily and at the discretion of Twin City Foods
understanding that providing refrigeration space in an emergency will assist with the overall
recovery efforts of the City/Citizens of Arlington.
5. Termination of Service: Requests for space for temporary refrigeration/isolation services shall
be terminated by the Incident Commander or designee as soon as conditions warrant with the
Logistics Coordinator advising Twin City Foods of the termination of service. Prior to the
termination of services, cleaning of the facility will be completed by the designee for the City of
Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or Command Post.
6 Liability: Each party shall be responsible for its own liability arising from its respective acts or
omissions. Neither party agrees to assume any liability for the other, or defend the other party
arising from the other party's negligent acts or omissions.
7. Insurance: Each party agrees to be adequately self-insured or to maintain adequate insurance
coverage.
8. Term: This MOU shall be in effect from _______________2009 and shall continue until
otherwise modified or terminated. Modification will occur only with mutual and written consent
of the parties. Any termination shall be pursuant to written notice, and shall be effective
upon receipt of such written notice by the other party, or within three (3) days of mailing said
notice, whichever occurs first. The parties agree that the MOU should be reviewed at least every
five (5) years.
MOU Twin City Foods and the City of Arlington
April 2009
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
__________________________________________ ________________________
City of Arlington Mayor, Margaret Larson Date
___________________________________________ ________________________
Twin City Foods, Mick Lovgreen Date
For questions or revisions of this MOU, please contact:
Christine Badger, Arlington Community Emergency Management Coordinator
6231 188th Street NE, Arlington WA 98223
360-403-3600 ~ cbadger@ci.arlington.wa.us
Date Entered into Emergency Operations Plan:
City of Arlington Emergency Management Division
30 June 09 – per conversation with Mick Lovgreen at Twin City Foods www.twincityfoods.com
10120 269th Place N W, Stanwood - (206) 515-2400 – They do not want to be formally involved via an
MOU. In the event of a disaster, give Mick a call and they will see how they can accommodate the City.
MOU Twin City Foods and the City of Arlington
April 2009
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BETWEEN: City of Arlington and
Crown Distributing 17117 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223
FOR: Supplying potable emergency drinking water to the City of Arlington for rehydration of
emergency workers and first responders in the event of a natural or man-made disaster.
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) is entered into on this day of
__________, 2009 by and between the following parties:
City of Arlington and Crown Distributing
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS: Washington State statute RCW Chapter 38.52 (Emergency Management) provides
for and mandates that local governments develop comprehensive emergency management
programs for the purpose of preparing for disasters and carrying out emergency functions; and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington is to create and maintain Comprehensive Emergency Response
Plans and to conduct mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery activities for the local
jurisdictions and political subdivisions of the City of Arlington and
WHEREAS: City of Arlington and Crown Distributing agree that in order to provide the
maximum possible protection for the lives and property for the citizens of City of Arlington, it is
desirable to cooperate and to fully utilize available local resources; and
WHEREAS: The parties desire to render assistance to the Citizens of Arlington and in the spirit
of cooperation to provide potable drinking water to respond to natural or man-made emergencies
within the City of Arlington.
BE IT THEREFORE UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED between the aforesaid parties:
1. Identification of Need for Assistance. The Arlington Incident Commander, Emergency
Manager or designee for the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or
Command Post is authorized to request assistance from Crown Distributing if confronted with an
emergency situation for which the requestor has urgent need of potable drinking water.
2. Request for Assistance. Following identification of the need for assistance, a request for
potable drinking water shall be made through the City of Arlington Emergency Operations
Center, Emergency Management Coordinator, or Command Post via the Logistics Coordinator
who shall contact
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Crown Distributing’s 24 hour contact ____________________________at the following phone
number _______________________ and request assistance under the terms of this memorandum
of understanding.
3. Response to Request. Crown Distributing shall:
3.1 Determine the quantity of readably available potable drinking water in stock and make it
available to The City of Arlington if any.
3.2 In the event the requested potable water is not immediately available, Crown Distributing
will advise the requestor and will give an estimated time when the water may become available
or will advise the City of Arlington/Cascade Valley Hospital to seek assistance from another
agency.
4. No Requirement to Provide Assistance: Potable drinking water provided under the terms of
this agreement are furnished voluntarily and at the discretion of Crown Distributing
understanding that providing potable drinking water in an emergency will assist with the overall
recovery efforts of the City/Citizens of Arlington and shall be charged at the standard daily rate
of the day before the disaster or emergency.
5. Termination of Service: Requests for potable drinking water from Crown Distributing shall be
terminated by the Incident Commander or designee as soon as conditions warrant with the
Logistics Coordinator advising Crown Distributing of the termination of service.
6 Liability: Each party shall be responsible for its own liability arising from its respective acts or
omissions. Neither party agrees to assume any liability for the other, or defend the other party
arising from the other party's negligent acts or omissions.
7. Insurance: Each party agrees to be adequately self-insured or to maintain adequate insurance
coverage.
8. Term: This MOU shall be in effect from _______________2009 and shall continue until
otherwise modified or terminated. Modification will occur only with mutual and written consent
of the parties. Any termination shall be pursuant to written notice, and shall be effective
upon receipt of such written notice by the other party, or within three (3) days of mailing said
notice, whichever occurs first. The parties agree that the MOU should be reviewed at least every
five (5) years.
MOU Crown Distributing and the City of Arlington
June 2009
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
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RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
__________________________________________ ________________________
City of Arlington Mayor, Margaret Larson Date
___________________________________________ ________________________
Crown Distributing, Date
For questions or revisions of this MOU, please contact:
Christine Badger, Arlington Community Emergency Management Coordinator
6231 188th Street NE, Arlington WA 98223
360-403-3600 ~ cbadger@ci.arlington.wa.us
Date Entered into Emergency Operations Plan:
City of Arlington Emergency Management Division
MOU Crown Distributing and the City of Arlington
June 2009
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Contents
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION (ESF) - INTRODUCTION ................................... 5
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 1 TRANSPORTATION............................... 6
Appendix 1 TO ESF 1 – Transportation Routes, Facilities & Resources ..................... 8
Civil Air Patrol – Arlington Airport ...............................................................................11
Commercial Aviation – Arlington Airport .....................................................................11
Equipment Rental Equipment ....................................................................................12
Companies with Tractor Trailers or Other Hauling Capability .....................................12
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 2 COMMUNICATIONS .............................13
Appendix 1 TO ESF 2 – City of Arlington Communication System .............................14
Appendix 2 TO ESF 2 – Communication Plan ............................................................15
Appendix 3 to ESF 2 - Warning ..................................................................................17
Warning Templates ....................................................................................................18
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 3 PUBLIC WORKS, ENGINEERING, AND
BUILDING SERVICES ..................................................................................................20
Appendix 1 to ESF 3 – Damage Assessment Situation Report ..................................22
Appendix 2 to ESF 3 - Damage Assessment Map......................................................23
Appendix 3 to ESF 3 – Water & Sewer Mutual aid agreement contract ......................25
Appendix 4 to ESF 3 – Public Works Emergency Response Agreement ....................34
Appendix 5 to ESF 3 - Reference Guide ....................................................................37
Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement Signatory Agencies .......43
Counties ....................................................................................................................43
Cities ..........................................................................................................................44
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 4 FIRE SERVICE ......................................50
Appendix 1 TO ESF 4 FIRE SERVICE – Arlington Fire Department Equipment
Inventory ....................................................................................................................52
Appendix 2 TO ESF 4 - FIRE SERVICE - ORGANIZATIONAL CHART .....................53
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 6 MASS CARE, HOUSING and HUMAN
SERVICES ....................................................................................................................54
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 7 RESOURCE SUPPORT ........................55
Appendix 1 to ESF 7 – Key Facilities and Employees ................................................56
1. City Facilities ...................................................................................................56
2. School Districts ...............................................................................................56
3. Utilities ............................................................................................................57
4. Churches .........................................................................................................57
5. Transportation .................................................................................................59
6. Hospitals .........................................................................................................59
7. Clinics .............................................................................................................59
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8. Food Bank ...................................................................................................... 60
9. Key Facilities & Critical City of Arlington Employees ....................................... 60
10. Parks ........................................................................................................... 67
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 8 HEALTH AND MEDICAL SERVICES .... 69
Appendix 1 to ESF 8 – Mass Casualty....................................................................... 71
Mass Casualty ........................................................................................................... 71
Operational concepts ............................................................................................. 71
Primary Agencies ................................................................................................... 72
Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics ...................................................................... 72
Arlington Fire Department ...................................................................................... 73
Snohomish Health District ...................................................................................... 73
Support Agencies ...................................................................................................... 74
Additional Resources ................................................................................................. 75
Appendix 2 to ESF 8 – Mass Fatality ......................................................................... 76
Mass Fatality ............................................................................................................. 76
Recovery Activities ................................................................................................. 76
Incident Morgue Operations ................................................................................... 77
Family Assistance .................................................................................................. 78
Primary Agencies ................................................................................................... 79
Support Agencies ................................................................................................... 79
Additional Resources ................................................................................................. 80
References ................................................................................................................ 80
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 11 FOOD AND WATER ........................... 81
Appendix 1 TO ESF 11 - FOOD BANK ROSTER ...................................................... 83
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 12 ENERGY ............................................. 84
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 13 PUBLIC SAFETY and SECURITY....... 86
Appendix 1 TO ESF13 – CONTACT INFORMATION ................................................ 88
Appendix 2 TO ESF 13 – POLICE SERVICES - ORGANIZATIONAL CHART ........... 89
Support Annexes .......................................................................................................... 90
Emergency Support Function Annex – Introduction ...................................................... 91
Support Annex 1 – Evacuation .................................................................................. 92
Introduction ............................................................................................................... 92
Operational Concepts ................................................................................................ 92
Responsibilities ......................................................................................................... 93
Primary Agencies ...................................................................................................... 94
Arlington Emergency Management/ Emergency Operations Center....................... 94
Fire Department ..................................................................................................... 94
Police Department ................................................................................................. 94
Supporting Agencies ................................................................................................. 95
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Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) .........................................................95
Snohomish County Chapter American Red Cross ..................................................95
Arlington School District .........................................................................................95
Arlington Public Works ...........................................................................................95
For Operational Assistance Cross Reference the following AEOC Checklists: ...........96
Support Annex 2 - Mass Casualty ..............................................................................97
Mass Casualty ...........................................................................................................97
Operational concepts .................................................................................................97
Responsibilities ..........................................................................................................98
Primary Agencies .......................................................................................................98
City Of Arlington Emergency Management / Emergency Operations Center ..........98
Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics ......................................................................98
Arlington Fire Department.......................................................................................99
Snohomish Health District ......................................................................................99
Support Agencies..................................................................................................... 100
Additional Resources ............................................................................................... 100
For Operational Assistance cross reference the following AEOC Checklists: ........... 101
Support Annex 3 - Mass Fatality .............................................................................. 102
Mass Fatality ............................................................................................................ 102
Operational concepts ............................................................................................... 102
Recovery Activities ................................................................................................... 102
Incident Morgue Operations ..................................................................................... 103
Family Assistance .................................................................................................... 104
RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................................ 105
Primary Agencies ..................................................................................................... 105
Arlington Office of Emergency Management / Emergency Operations Center ...... 105
Arlington Fire Department..................................................................................... 105
Arlington Police Department ................................................................................. 105
Support Agencies..................................................................................................... 105
Area Hospitals ...................................................................................................... 105
American Red Cross of Arlington.......................................................................... 106
Health and Human Services ................................................................................. 106
Parks and Recreation ........................................................................................... 106
Additional Resources ............................................................................................... 106
For Operational Assistance Cross Reference the following AEOC Checklists: ......... 107
References .............................................................................................................. 107
Support Annex 4 – Volunteer and Donations Management ...................................... 108
Volunteer & Donations Management........................................................................ 108
Operational concepts ............................................................................................... 108
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RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................................ 108
Primary Agencies ................................................................................................. 109
United Way .......................................................................................................... 109
Support Agencies .................................................................................................... 109
Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) ....................................................... 109
Snohomish County American Red Cross ............................................................. 110
Community Patrols ............................................................................................... 110
Helping Hands Food Bank ................................................................................... 110
Salvation Army ..................................................................................................... 110
Additional Resources ............................................................................................... 111
For Operational Assistance cross reference the following AEOC Checklists:........... 111
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION (ESF) -
INTRODUCTION
The Federal government and many state and local governments, including The City of
Arlington, organize much of their resources and capabilities under 15 Emergency
Support Functions (ESF’s). ESF’s align categories of resources and provide strategic
objectives for their use.
During a response, ESF’s are a critical mechanism to coordinate functional capabilities
and resources provided by federal, state and local departments and agencies, along with
certain private sector and non-governmental organizations. ESF’s may be selectively
activated for any incident where an Emergency has been declared and/or the City of
Arlington Emergency Operations Center has been activated. Not all incidents result in
activation of ESF’s.
ESF’s may be activated to support EOC, city, and/or field activities. The Incident
Command System (ICS) provides for the flexibility to assign ESF’s and other stakeholder
resources according to their capabilities, tasking, and requirements to augment and
support the other sections of the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center
(EOC)/Regional Response Coordination Center or National Response Coordination
Center in order to respond to incidents in a more collaborative and cross-cutting manner.
While ESF’s are typically assigned to a specific sections at the City of Arlington
Emergency Operations Center for management purposes, resources may be assigned
anywhere in the Unified Command structure. Regardless of the sections in which the
ESF may reside, that entity works in conjunction with other EOC sections to ensure that
appropriate planning and execution of missions occur. For example, if the City of
Arlington must perform a mass evacuation, the City of Arlington EOC would request
personnel from ESF #1 (Transportation), ESF #6 (Mass Care, Emergency Assistance,
Housing, and Human Services), ESF #8 (Public Health and Medical Services). These
would then be integrated into a single branch or group within the operations section to
ensure effective coordination of evacuation services.
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 1
TRANSPORTATION
I. PURPOSE
A. To provide a guideline for accessing and coordinating ground, air and
water transportation resources, personnel and support equipment to
support emergency operations.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. Local ground transportation resources will be coordinated by the
Emergency Operations Center.
B. Busses may be used to provide transportation support upon request of the
Incident Commander through the Emergency Operations Center for:
1. Evacuation of the public.
2. Movement of emergency workers to and from staging areas.
3. Movement of special populations.
4. Command centers and protection from the weather, if needed.
(Command center usage will require equipment be supplied by
user.)
5. Detention centers.
6. Bus communication systems can be used to gather damage
assessment and situation information
III. Air transportation resources will be coordinated by the Emergency Operations Center.
A. The Arlington Airport may be used to provide an air support role upon
request of the Incident Commander through the Emergency Operations
Center for:
1. Evacuation of injured public to other regional medical centers
2. Arrival point and staging area for emergency supplies and critical
equipment (as needed)
3. Arrival and Departure point for visiting state or federal officials
B. Snohomish County Search and Rescue helicopters will be used for
emergency rescue and critical equipment and supplies transportation.
1. Snohomish County Search and Rescue may use Arlington Airport
as their Air Operations Staging area.
IV. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. City of Arlington shall:
1. Maintain list of local transportation resources.
2. Collect cost recovery information after the emergency, disaster or
catastrophic event that was incurred by transportation providers.
B. Arlington School District shall:
1. Provide safe transportation to the students within their jurisdiction.
2. Provide an agency representative to the Emergency Operations
Center when requested, if available.
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3. Make busses, fuel, maintenance, and facility resources available to support
emergency operations, if available.
4. Maintain cost recovery information.
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Appendix 1 TO ESF 1 – Transportation Routes, Facilities &
Resources
Airport (KAWO)
Arlington Airport (KAWO) is located South West of downtown Arlington and East of
Smokey Point. To the South the airport skirts 172nd NE and to the North 204th St. NE. The
airport is uncontrolled except during the North West EAA Fly-in, when the FAA sets up a
mobile Air Traffic Control Tower to direct inbound and outbound air traffic. This event
normally occurs the 2nd week of July.
The airport is home to a large variety of aircraft including home-builds, ultra-lights, gliders,
general aviation aircraft including low and high fixed wing, helicopters, turbo-prop and small
jet engine aircraft. Also included in this mix are vintage aircraft, some of which do not have
communication capability as well as a number of decommissioned military jets such as
Alpha Jets operated by ABBATARE INC. at 17617 49TH PL NE HANGAR C. Arlington
Airport is home to Life Flight medical evacuation helicopters as well as many other aviation
related businesses.
Runway 16/34 is Asphalt and is 5333’ x 100’. This runway is capable of single wheel
aircraft up to 114,000, dual wheel up to 150,000lbs and dual tandem up to 270,000lbs. For
2007, the airport estimates they had 135,000 of each takeoffs and landings.
The Federal Government may take the airport back if the need is justified according to the
airport deed.
Currently, the airport has two Memorandum of Understanding with outside entities. These
MOU’s are with PEMCO insurance of Seattle and School Employees Credit Union of
Washington, for use of the Fly-In headquarters building area. If an emergency causes
PEMCO and School Employees Credit Union of Washington to relocate their operations
from Seattle, during the week of the NW-EAA Fly-in, they will utilize the parking lot at the
airport office.
Highway
Washington State Highway 9 is a two lane highway running north and south with good
access to the city. 172nd St. NE intersects Highway 9 at the south leading to Interstate 5 at
exit 206 and State Highway 530 intersects Highway 9 at the north leading out to Interstate 5
exit 208 at island crossing.
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Railroad
The railroad runs parallel to 67th Avenue NE and crosses over just north of 191st Place NE The
Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad operates in the city carrying: propane for heat for
commercial companies along the trunk including refilling Twin-City Foods two on-site 30,000 gallon
AST propane tanks, lumber cars supporting a variety of lumber mills and refrigerator cars carrying
frozen vegetables from Twin-City Foods.
Transit Busses
Community
Transit Everett 40–60
passengers (425) 353-7433 riders@commtrans.org
DART Mukilteo 20 passengers (425) 353-7433
or 425-290-1273
John Haggen-MGR
Community Transit (CT) busses operate in Arlington although they do not operate any offices
in the City. Bus stops are located throughout the city with clearly marked signs. Bus capacity
varies from 40 – 60 depending on rider analysis by CT.
DART 8225 44th Ave W. Mukilteo, operates 14 and 21 passenger vans or 11 and 18
passenger with spaces for three wheel-chairs.
School Busses - Arlington School District – Bus barn
Arlington SD
Bus Barn
9124 63rd Ave
Arlington, WA
See Current
Fleet List (360) 435-3307 Sid Logan
(425) 238-2833
Arlington School District bus barn does not have its own source of fuel but rather refills from
Petro-Card which is adjacent to the facility. The full-sized busses have a fuel tank capacity of
100 gallons while the special needs busses are 30 gallons. Currently none of the fleet runs on
natural gas, propane or bio-diesel. The bus barn does have one spill kit on site. The facility has
two each 275 gallon AST’s for storing new motor oil and one 400 gallon UST for storing used
petroleum product. The facility has an oil water separator.
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Arlington Bus Barn Equipment Inventory: Current as of May 08
1 Gas 5 8 (1 wheelchair)
1 Gas 5 8 (2 wheelchairs)
3 Diesel 8 12 (1 wheelchair)
1 Diesel 4 14 (2 wheelchairs)
1 Diesel 6 18 (2 wheelchairs)
1 Gas 6 19
6 Diesel 8 24
1 Diesel 10 32
1 Diesel 44 66
1 Diesel 50 75
7 Diesel 52 78
21 Diesel 56 84
1 Diesel 58 86
7 Diesel 58 87
Total busses – 38 Full Size and 8 Special Needs (Wheelchair accessible). Seating
capacity is based on a ratio of 2 adults to 3 children.
Capacity Equivalence Table
# of
Seats
2 per
seat
3 per
seat
22 44 66
23 46 69
24 48 72
25 50 75
26 52 78
27 54 81
28 56 84
29 58 87
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Bus/Limousine Services
Bell-Air Charters operates charters between Bellingham and SeaTac Airport with a
number of vehicles throughout the counties represented between the cities listed above.
The 24 hour contact number for the dispatch office is 360-543-9380. Some vehicles
operate between Anacortes and Mount Vernon, Yakima and SeaTac Airport as well as
between Bellingham and SeaTac. Availability is best determined at any given time by
contacting Bell-Air Dispatch office at the number listed above.
Type of Vehicle # Per Vehicle Type
10 Passanger Vans 4
20 Passanger Vans 14
36 Passanger Vans 3
47 Passanger Bus 15
55 Passanger Coach 3
Bell-Air Charters
Civil Air Patrol – Arlington Airport
Phil Snyder, Capt. CAP
CO Arlington Fly-in for CAP
(425) 218-0206 (cell phone)
Commercial Aviation – Arlington Airport
Gold Aero
Services: scenic flights, custom charters, weekend getaways, cargo/package
transportation, aerial observation, scattering of cremations, and electronic tracking.
(360) 658-9700
www.goflyga.com
GPS Surveying, Inc.
Services: Aerial mapping and Land Surveying
(425)742-8205
Sound View Aerial Photography
(360) 691-4419
www.soundviewaerial.com
Out of the Blue Aviation
360-474-1060
www.outoftheblueaviation.com
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Equipment Rental Equipment
Jet City Construction Equipment
59th Ave NE
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 435-2435
1-800-292-4441
http://www.jetcityequipment.com/
Rex’s Rentals
525 N. West Ave.
Arlington, WA 98223
360-435-5553
www.rexsrental.com
Budget Truck Rentals
3127 Smokey Point Drive
Arlington WA 98223
360-435-8953
Companies with Tractor Trailers or Other Hauling Capability
Arlington Distributing
17305 59th Avenue NE
Arlington, WA 98223
360-435-4894
www.spdtrucking.com
Crown Distributing
17117 59th Ave NE
Arlington, WA 98223
(425) 252-4192
Penny Lee Trucking
5802 Cemetery Road
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 403-7520
Kooy Trucking
19324 67th Avenue NE
Arlington, WA 98223
360-474-8000
www.kooytrucking.com
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 2
COMMUNICATIONS
I. PURPOSE
To establish, coordinate, maintain, augment and provide back-up for all channels and
methods of communication needed for emergency response and recovery.
II. ORGANIZATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. Police and Auxiliary Services Center (SNOPAC) is the primary radio
communications center providing dispatch for police and fire within the City of
Arlington.
B. Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services (RACES) is the volunteer amateur radio
groups that will provide communication support to the Arlington Emergency
Operations Center.
C. Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) is a volunteer amateur radio group
that will provide communication support to Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics and
private and volunteer relief organizations.
D. Incident Commander will initiate City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center
notification via SNOPOC.
E. Incident Commander and/or emergency management coordinator will coordinate
activation of Emergency Operation Center radio/communications section.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. City of Arlington
1. Maintain Emergency Management Center communication equipment, supplies,
and back-up systems.
2. Maintain current suggested operating guidelines for disaster communications.
B. SNOPAC
1. Collect and disseminate emergency and non-emergency information via
established and alternate communication channels to the appropriate public
safety agency/department and/or community coordination center.
2. Facilitate mutual aid requests for law enforcement and fire.
3. Respond to the direction of the appropriate authority in the utilization and
dispatch of resources.
4. Relay public works and utility information to the appropriate
agencies/departments.
C. RACES
1. Provides auxiliary communication support to government.
2. Will serve as net control for the calling frequency.
3. Will define and assign frequencies to be utilized for specific purposes.
D. ARES
1) Provides auxiliary communication support for Healthcare agencies and
volunteer organizations.
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Appendix 1 TO ESF 2 – City of Arlington Communication System
CITY OF ARLINGTON COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
I. TELEPHONE
Landline telephone service is provided to the City of Arlington through PRI line and a
Avaya Definity Phone System. WCI provides the dial tone service for this system. The
system is equipped with an uninterruptible power supply and emergency power. In the
event of an onsite equipment failure single line phone service is available through the
Police Department and City Hall fax machines and the police department breathalyzer.
II. WIRELESS
NexTel wireless communication devices provide “cell phone” and “direct connect”
communications. These devices are also capable of receiving email messages at
phonenumber@page.nextel.com.
Verizon Wireless communication devices provide “cell phone” and “direct connect”
communications. These devices are also capable of receiving e-mail messages at
phonenumber@vtext.com.
III. PAGER
The Fire Department on duty crew has SNOPAC personal pagers as well as the
Deputy Chief, Medical Services Administrator and Chief. These pagers are capable of
receiving messages. Pages are generally sent through SNOPAC but can also be sent
through CAD.
IV. RADIO
The City of Arlington has radio communications capabilities in the VHF, 800 Mhz and
ham radio service bands.
A. Emergency Operations Center
1) 800 Mhz – EOC Hail
2) VHF 122.7 (KCQ310)
B. Police Department
1) 800 Mhz System
C. Arlington Airport
1) VHF 122.7
2) AWOS 135.625
D. Public Works
1) VHF 155.05 Base Station located in Utilities Dept with radios in 12 associated
vehicles.
V. COMPUTER
The City of Arlington operates a local area network for computers at the municipal campus.
The network servers are provided with uninterruptible power supplies and emergency
backup power. The computers in the police department and Emergency Operations Center
are provided with emergency backup power.
Access to the internet and email is provided through Comcast Business Class Internet.
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Appendix 2 TO ESF 2 – Communication Plan
COMMUNICATION PLAN
The initial emergency communications plan is provided in the following section. An incident
specific communications plans should be developed after the Emergency Operations
Center is activated. The communications plan developed should take in to account the
specific type of emergency as well as the functionality of the different communications
systems.
A. The Emergency Operations Center will monitor the following frequencies:
1. 155.055 City Utility
2. 154.055 County DEM
3. 155.6295 Arlington School District
4. 157.45 Cascade Hospital
B. Emergency communications with the Emergency Operations Center and:
1. School District
a. 360-618-6200 Main Line
b. 360-618-6221 Fax
c. 155.295 PL Tone 156.7 50 watts
d. runner
2. SNOPAC
a. Police Supervisor Telephone
b. Fire Supervisor Telephone
c. Fire VHF 154.430
d. Sherriff VHF 158.850
3. DEM
a. 425-388-5060 Main Line
b. 425-423-9152 Fax
c. VHF 154.055
d. Monitor Web EOC at https://www.snoco.org/eoc7/default.aspx
4. Hospital
a. 360-435-2133 Operator
b. 360-435-0513 Fax
c. 157.45
d. runner
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Appendix 3 to ESF 2 - Warning
I. PURPOSE
To provide rapid warning to key officials and the public in the event of an impending
or occurring emergency. The existing warning systems include the Emergency
Alert System, SNOPAC, NOAA Weather Radio, My State USA Warning System.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. Telecommunications when available is the primary method of notification for
elected officials, department directors and their designees. Pagers will also
be used when available.
B. The basic objectives of the warning system are:
1. To provide an organized method to disseminate information
essential for the protection of life and to mitigate property damage;
2. To provide for alternative communications and warning systems in
the event of failure or reduced effectiveness of existing systems
along with alternative warning efforts by responding agencies such
as door-to-door warning, the use of public address systems and
vehicle sirens.
C. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) is a communications and warning tool
that operates through designated radio and television stations. It is intended
to provide local officials with the means to rapidly disseminate reliable
information and warning in the event of an emergency.
D. The Emergency Alert System is managed and activated by the Snohomish
County Department of Emergency Management Director or his/her
designee. SNOPAC is designated as the primary Emergency Alert System
site with Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management as the
alternate. All Emergency Alert System messages will be coordinated
through the Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management
Emergency Operations Center.
E. My State USA is a computer system that currently utilizes landlines to
communicate directly to specific geographical areas by providing a recorded
message regarding situations affecting the geographic area chosen by
emergency responders. The system is activated by Snohomish County
Department of Emergency Management and/or SNOPAC. It is anticipated
this technology will also be able to send messages to cell phones within the
specific geographic area within the next couple of years also.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Incident commander request EAS activation through SNOPAC.
B. SNOPAC is the primary warning point for fire and law enforcement.
C. The City of Arlington Emergency Management Coordinator is responsible for
notification of elected officials, department directors and the public. Sample
warning notifications are located in the Arlington Public Information Plan toolkit.
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Warning Templates
Pre-scripted Message – General Road Closure for 511#
This is (name/title) of Arlington Fire Dept. Because of (type of incident) the following
roads/routes are currently closed and or have detours set up: (Closed Roads with
detours if available)
Drivers can expect a delay of up to (estimate duration) and should make alternate
plans or take alternate routes if feasible.
Do not call 911 unless you have a life-threatening emergency. For more information
please tune your radio to KIRO 710 or KOMO 1000 on the a-m dial. Updates on the
traffic situation will be updated on this line approximately every 15 minutes.
Pre-scripted Message – Hazardous Material Incident – Evacuation
This is (name and title) of Arlington Fire Dept. We have experienced a (type of
incident, i.e. train derailment). A release of (type of material in laymen’s terms e.g.
A poisonous gas) has occurred. You are urged to leave your home or business
immediately if you live or work in the following area (describe area and give markers
as exact as possible). Do not delay.
If you need transportation assistance call (hotline #) immediately.
Shelter is being provided at (give location if open).
The following transportation routes have been established and are currently open for
your use: List roads, directions (N,S,E,W) and mile markers if known.
Do not call 911 unless you have a life threatening emergency. Please tune your radio to
710 KIRO, or 1000 KOMO for additional information.
Pre-scripted Message – General Flood
This is (name and title) of Arlington Fire Dept. . The recent (weather or special
situation i.e. heavy rain, snow melt landslide, volcano), has caused flooding along
the River. Persons living or driving near any river or stream
should be alert for rapidly rising water and water over roadways.
Currently the following routes are (open or closed):
List specific roads and hazard spots here.
If you have a life threatening emergency call 911. If you have important emergency
information to report to public safety officials please call 360-403-3600.
For update information on flood waters and roads call the flood information line for
the Stillaguamish River at 425-388-3702. Please tune into radio station 710
KIRO, or 1000 KOMO, or local news stations for more updates.
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Pre-scripted Message – Dike Break or Breach
This is (name and title) of Arlington Fire Dept. . The flooding conditions have caused a
dike break (or over topping) at (location). All persons living or working in the affected
area bounded by (give location and inundation area) are urged to leave immediately.
Do not delay.
If you need assistance in leaving call (hotline #) immediately.
The following routes/roads are open for your use to aid in evacuations:
Give specific roads and directions (N,W, E, S).
Shelter is being provided at (location if open).
Please do not call 911 unless you have a life threatening emergency. For flood
information call the Stillaguamish flood line at 425-388-3702. Please tune into radio
station 710 KIRO, or 1000 KOMO, or local news stations for more updates.
Pre-scripted Message – Earthquake
This is (name and title) of Arlington Fire Dept. . An earthquake occurred at (time and
date) and it was centered at (give epicenter if known). The area of worst damage
appears to be (location if known).
Currently in the Arlington area the following routes/roads/bridges are open/closed:
Give specific roads, routes and directions (N,W,E,S)
Shelter is being provided at (location if open).
Do not call 911 unless you have a life threatening emergency.
Please stay off of roads so that emergency crews can reach those that need immediate
assistance and tune into radio station 710 KIRO, 1000 KOMO, or local news stations for
more updates. Road closures/openings will be updated frequently.
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 3
PUBLIC WORKS, ENGINEERING, AND BUILDING
SERVICES
I. PURPOSE
To provide for coordination of county and city public works departments,
engineering services and structural engineers to protect, maintain and restore
roads, structures, and lifelines exclusive of power and natural gas.
II. ORGANIZATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. Emergency public works, engineering, and building services provide for:
1. The inspection of facilities for structural condition and safety.
2. Demolition of unsafe structures.
3. Debris and wreckage clearance.
4. Temporary repair of essential facilities.
5. Damage assessment.
6. Transportation system restoration and maintenance.
B. Neighboring jurisdictions will provide support as requested through mutual aid
pacts.
C. The City of Arlington shall be responsible for its own emergency repairs and
restoration of services. All requests for assistance will be forwarded to the City of
Arlington Emergency Management Coordinator, who will coordinate with the
Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management.
D. The City of Arlington Emergency Management Coordinator will forward damage
assessment and situation reports to the Snohomish County Department of
Emergency Management.
E. The City of Arlington Public Works will provide a representative to the unified
command at the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. The City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center shall:
1. Maintain public works resource information as identified by public works
agencies and departments.
2. Develop and maintain lists of structural engineers and other resources critical to
damage assessment and determining structural integrity of buildings.
B. The City of Arlington Public Works Department shall:
1. Maintain operation of water and sanitary sewer facilities.
2. Control and repair water and sanitary sewer leaks.
3. Provide damage assessment information during and following a major
emergency, disaster or catastrophic event to the Emergency Operations
Center.
4. Identify and report status of critical facilities and routes and provide
information to the City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center.
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5. Identify and provide local and agency resource information to Emergency
Operations Center.
6. Assess and report damage to the Emergency Operations Center.
7. Coordinate removal of debris and wreckage as necessary to facilitate open
transportation routes and detours for the first response community.
8. Provide barricade and road/bridge closure equipment as needed.
9. Request mutual aid as provided for in the Washington State Public Work
Mutual Aid Agreement via the Arlington Emergency Operations Center.
10. Request additional resources exclusive of mutual aid through the Arlington
Emergency Operations Center.
11. Develop and maintain suggested operating procedures outlining emergency,
disaster and catastrophic responsibilities and activities.
12. Provide equipment and manpower as requested and if available.
C. The City of Arlington Engineering Department shall:
1. Assist with Identifying critical facilities and routes and provide information to the
Emergency Operations Center.
2. Assess and report damage to the Arlington Emergency Operations Center.
3. Provide damage assessment information during and following a major
emergency, disaster or catastrophic event to the Arlington Emergency
Operations Center.
4. Develop and maintain suggested operating procedures outlining emergency,
disaster and catastrophic responsibilities and activities.
5. Provide equipment and manpower as requested and if available.
6. Provide geographical information system support to the community coordination
center.
7. Develop and maintain suggested operating procedures.
D. The City of Arlington Building Department shall:
1. Develop and maintain procedures for post event evaluation, assessment, and
posting of placards of city facilities.
2. Develop and maintain procedures for post event evaluation, assessment, and
posting of placards on buildings within the city.
3. Provide equipment and manpower as requested and if available.
4. Develop and maintain suggested operating procedures outlining emergency,
disaster and catastrophic responsibilities and activities.
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Appendix 1 to ESF 3 – Damage Assessment Situation Report
COA Damage & Needs
Assessment
City of Arlington Damage Report Form
COA/DA-1
General Information
General Description of impacted Area:
Status of Impacted Homes & Businesses
Homes & Businesses Destroyed Major Damages
(>50%)
Minor Damages
(<50%)
Total Homes & Businesses
Status of Impact to infrastructure
Facility or Service Description of Impact
Roadways & Bridges:
(Included traffic control & signing, etc.)
Communications:
(Telephone, Radio, Satellite, etc.)
Health Care:
(Hospitals, Urgent Care Centers, Clinics, etc.)
Water Treatment:
(Include water distribution System)
Waste Water Treatment
Electric Utilities:
(Include estimated days before power restored)
Other:
(Specify)
Status of Local Response
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Appendix 2 to ESF 3 - Damage Assessment Map
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Appendix 3 to ESF 3 – Water & Sewer Mutual aid agreement contract
Designated Official Title and Contact Information
For Water and Sewer Mutual Aid Agreement - 2006
(As of October 24, 2007)
Agreement
Signatory
Agreement
Designated Official
(Title)
Current Designated Official
Title holder (Name)
Designee of the Designated
Official
(Name)
Purveyor
24/7
Emergency
Phone #
City of Everett Utilities Director
Tom Thetford Mark Sadler
425-257-8821
(staffed 24/7)
Desk ................... 425-257-8824 Desk ................. 425-257-8967
Main Office ......... 425-257-8800 Main Office ....... 425-257-8800
Cell Phone .......... 425-418-7795 Cell Phone ....... 425-210-0103
Pager .................. 425-388-2756 Pager ............... 425-258-8722
Home .................. 360-659-1906 Home ............... 425-337-4703
Email tthetford@ci.everett.wa.us Emailmsadler@ci.everett.wa.us
Snohomish
County
PUD
Assistant General
Manager, Water
Resources
Kim Moore Brant Wood
425-783-1000
(staffed 24/7)
Desk ................... 425-783-8606 Desk ................. 425-783-8609
Main Office ......... 425-783-8605 Main Office ....... 425-783-8605
Cell Phone .......... 425-530-6936 Cell Phone ....... 425-870-1252
Pager ................... ___________ Pager ............... 425-397-5377
Home .................. 425-530-6936 Home ............... 360-652-4083
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Email .... kdmoore@snopud.com Email ... bewood@snopud.com
Olympic View
Water District General Manager
Roger Eberhart Steve Dunphy
425-774-7769
(linked to 24/7
answering
service)
Desk ................... 425-774-7769 Desk ................. 425-774-7769
Main Office ......... 425-774-7769 Main Office ....... 425-774-7769
Cell Phone .......... 206-849-7706 Cell Phone ....... 425-508-7736
Pager
____________
Pager ............... ___________
Home .................. 206-546-8288 Home ............... 425-355-6232
Email ....... rogere@ovwater.com Email .. steved@ovwater.com
Mukilteo Water
District General Manager
Dan Hammer Kevin English
425-355-3355
(answering
service to on-
call person)
Desk ................... 425-355-3355 Desk ................. 425-355-3355
Main Office ......... 425-355-3355 Main Office ....... 425-355-3355
Cell Phone .......... 425-348-1000 Cell Phone ....... 425-356-9084
Pager .................. 425-388-2342 Pager ............... 425-388-2345
Home .................. 425-353-1497 Home ............... 360-653-2879
Email . danh@mukilteowater.org Email
kevine@mukilteowater.org
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Agreement
Signatory
Agreement
Designated Official
(Title)
Current Designated Official
Title holder (Name)
Designee of the Designated
Official
(Name)
Purveyor
24/7
Emergency
Phone #
Highland Water
District General Manager
Bob Shonka Ray Phelps
425-303-2866
(pager)
Desk .................... 360-794-6900 Desk ................. 360-794-6900
Main Office .......... 360-794-6900 Main Office ....... 360-794-6900
Cell Phone........... 206-291-4944 Cell Phone ........ 425-770-1889
Pager .................. 425-303-2866 Pager................ 425-303-2866
Home .................. ___________ Home................ ___________
Email ... bobshonka@verizon.net Email .. rayphelps@verizon.net
City of Lynnwood Public Works Director
Bill Franz Harry Dahm
425-754-4338
(Nextel,
wastewater
utility on-call
person)
Desk .................... 425-670-6657 Desk ................. 425-670-6659
Main Office .......... 425-775-1971 Main Office ....... 425-775-1971
Cell Phone........... 425-754-5951 Cell Phone ........ ___________
Pager .................. ___________ Pager................ ___________
Home .................. ___________ Home................ ___________
Email
wfranz@ci.lynnwood.wa.us
Email
hdahm@ci.lynnwood.wa.us
City of Arlington Public Works Director
James Kelly Don Smith Water On-Call
Pager
425-754-7445
_____________
Desk .................... 360-403-3505 Desk ................. 360-403-3507
Main Office .......... 360-403-3526 Main Office ....... 360-403-3526
Cell Phone........... 425-754-7431 Cell Phone ........ 425-754-7432
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Pager .................... N/A_______ Pager................ 425-258-0814 Sewer On-Call
Cell Phone
415-258-0919 Home .................. 360-341-3130 Home................ 360-403-0373
Email: jkelly@ci.arlington.wa.us Email:
dsmith@ci.arlington.wa.us
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Agreement
Signatory
Agreement
Designated Official
(Title)
Current Designated Official
Title holder (Name)
Designee of the Designated
Official
(Name)
Purveyor
24/7
Emergency
Phone #
Silver Lake Water
and Sewer District General Manager
Patrick Curran Walt Robison
425-337-3647
(Answering &
call out
service)
Desk .................... 425-337-3647 Desk ................. 425-337-3647
Main Office .......... 425-337-3647 Main Office ....... 425-337-3647
Cell Phone........... 425-750-0940 Cell Phone ........ 425-750-0939
Pager .................. N/A________ Pager................ 425-388-2289
Home .................. 206-720-7862 Home................ 425-337-2199
Email ...... pmcurran@slwsd.com Email:
wrobison@slwsd.com
City of Snohomish Public Works Director
Timothy Heydon Karen Latimer
425-514-2954
(Emergency
pager for
standby
personnel)
Desk .......... 360-568-3115, x161 Desk ................. 360-568-3229
Main Office .......... 360-568-3115 Main Office ....... 360-282-3180
Cell Phone........... 425-508-2286 Cell Phone ........ 425-328-0780
Pager .................. ___________ Pager.................. N/A_______
Home .................. 206-527-1488 Home................ 360-653-6177
Email
.... heydon@ci.snohomish.wa.us
Email
latimer@ci.snohomish.wa.us
Alderwood Water
District General Manager
Arden Blackledge Joe Bolam 425-672-4111
(AWWS’s
answering
service)
Desk .......... 425-743-4605, x346 Desk ....... 425-787-0250, x237
Main Office .......... 425-743-4605 Main Office ....... 425-787-0250
Cell Phone........... 206-406-8190 Cell Phone ........ 425-218-7647
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Pager .................... N/A_______ Pager.................. N/A_______
Home .................. 425-883-9805 Home................ 253-770-4184
Email:
arden@alderwoodwater.com
Email:
jbolam@alderwoodwater.com
Cross Valley Water
District General Manager
Gary Hajek Dave Calvo
360-668-6766
(Linked to
answering
service)
Desk .......... 360-668-6766, x102 Desk ....... 360-668-6766, x104
Main Office .......... 360-668-6766 Main Office ....... 360-668-6766
Cell Phone........... 425-239-9843 Cell Phone ........ 425-339-7742
Pager .................. ___________ Pager................ ___________
Home .................. 360-794-3664 Home................ 425-210-9509
Email
....... gary@crossvalleywater.net
Email
.. davec@crossvalleywater.net
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Agreement
Signatory
Agreement
Designated Official
(Title)
Current Designated Official
Title holder (Name)
Designee of the Designated
Official
(Name)
Purveyor
24/7
Emergency
Phone #
City of Edmonds Public Works Director
Noel Miller Jim Waite
Pager: 425-
303-3575
Cell:425-308-
9867
Desk ................... 425-771-0234 Desk ..... 425-771-0235, x1649
Main Office ......... 425-771-0235 Main Office ....... 425-771-0235
Cell Phone .......... 206-696-3722 Cell Phone ....... 425-870-0617
Pager .................... N/A_______ Pager ............... 425-303-3584
Home .................. 206-328-4378 Home ............... 360-794-5671
Emailnmiller@ci.edmonds.wa.us Email
....... waite@ci.edmonds.wa.us
City of Marysville Public Works
Superintendent
Larry Larson Terry Hawley
425-339-0613
(Rotating
pager)
Desk ................... 360-363-8119 Desk ................ 360-363-8161
Main Office ......... 360-363-8100 Main Office ....... 360-363-8100
Cell Phone .......... 425-754-8290 Cell Phone ....... 425-754-8284
Pager .................. ___________ Pager ................ ___________
Home .................. 425-337-8742 Home ............... 360-652-4341
Email.........................................
llarson@ci.marysville.wa.us
Email
.. thawley@ci.marysville.wa.us
City of Monroe Public Works Director
Gene Brazel Jakeh Roberts
425-239-0189
(Pager.Phone)
Desk ................... 360-863-4500 Desk ................ 360-863-4502
Main Office ......... 360-794-6100 Main Office ....... 360-794-6100
Cell Phone .......... 425-754-3750 Cell Phone ....... 425-754-3752
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Pager N/A Pager ..................N/A_______
Home .................. 360-805-1716 Home ............... 360-794-7668
Email gbrazel@ci.monroe.wa.us Email
...... jroberts@ci.monroe.wa.us
__________________ ___________________
Name Name
Desk ................... ___________ Desk ................. ___________
Main Office ......... ___________ Main Office ........ ___________
Cell Phone .......... ___________ Cell Phone ........ ___________
Pager .................. ___________ Pager ................ ___________
Home .................. ___________ Home ................ ___________
Email
...... ______________________
Email____________________
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Agreement
Signatory
Agreement
Designated Official
(Title)
Current Designated Official
Title holder (Name)
Designee of the Designated
Official
(Name)
Purveyor 24/7
Emergency
Phone #
__________________ ___________________
Name Name
____________
(staffed, dialer,
etc.?)
Desk ................... ___________ Desk ................. ___________
Main Office ......... ___________ Main Office ........ ___________
Cell Phone .......... ___________ Cell Phone ........ ___________
Pager .................. ___________ Pager ................ ___________
Home .................. ___________ Home ................ ___________
Email
...... ______________________
Email____________________
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Appendix 4 to ESF 3 – Public Works Emergency Response
Agreement
AGREEMENT
PUBLIC WORKS
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the purpose of this pre-disaster agreement between the agencies is to
provide for immediate assistance to protect life and property;
WHEREAS, this Agreement is authorized under State of Washington, RCW's 35 (City),
36 (County), 38.52 (Emergency Management), 39.34 (Interlocal Agreement) and 47
(Public Highway Transportation (DOT)); which is activated only in the event of a
proclamation of an emergency by the local and/or state government approving authority;
WHEREAS, the agency asking for assistance from any signatory agency will herein be
referred to as the Requesting Agency;
WHEREAS, the signatory agency agreeing to assist another signatory agency asking for
assistance will herein be referred to as the Responding Agency;
WHEREAS, it is necessary and desirable that this Agreement be executed for the
exchange of mutual aid; with the intent to supplement not supplant agency personnel.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby agreed by each and all of the parties signatory to the
Agreement as follows:
1. Each agency signatory to this Agreement agrees to furnish, upon its sole discretion,
those resources and services it deems to be available to each other signatory agency
hereto as necessary to assist in the prevention, response, recovery and mitigation of
proclaimed emergencies/disasters.
2. It is hereby understood that this Agreement shall not supplant pre-existing mutual aid
agreements nor deny the right of any agency hereto to negotiate other mutual aid
agreements.
3. The Responding Agency shall assist in only those situations for which it has
determined it has qualified personnel, appropriate equipment and necessary materials.
Resources of the Responding Agency that are made available to the Requesting Agency
shall, whenever possible, remain under the control and direction of the Responding
Agency. The Requesting Agency shall coordinate the activities and resources of all
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Responding Agencies.
4. It is hereby understood that the Responding Agency will be reimbursed (e.g., labor,
equipment, materials and other related expenses as applicable, including loss or damage
to equipment) at its adopted usual and customary rates. The Responding Agency shall
submit an itemized voucher of costs to the Executive Head of the Requesting Agency
within sixty (60) days after completion of work (RCW 38.52.080). Unless otherwise
agreed, the Responding Agency shall receive reimbursement within ninety (90) days after
the voucher submittal date.
5. The Responding Agency shall have no responsibilities or incur any liabilities because
it does not provide resources and/or services to any other party to this Agreement. The
Responding Agency shall retain the right to withdraw some or all of its resources at any
time. Notice of intention to withdraw shall be communicated to the Requesting Agency's
designated official, or the official's designee, as soon as practicable.
6. All privileges, immunities, rights, duties and benefits of officers and employees of the
Responding Agency shall apply while those officers and employees are performing
functions and duties on behalf of the Requesting Agency, unless otherwise provided by
law. Employees of the Responding Agency remain employees of the Responding Agency
while performing functions and duties on behalf of the Requesting Agency (RCW
38.52.080).
7. To the extent permitted by law, the Requesting Agency shall protect, defend, hold
harmless and indemnify all other Responding signatory Agencies, and their officers and
employees from any and all claims, suits, costs, damages of any nature, or causes of
action, including the cost of defense and attorneys fees, by reason of the acts or
omissions, whether negligent, willful, or reckless, of its own officers, employees, agency
or any other person arising out of or in connection with any acts or activities authorized
by this agreement, and will pay all judgments, if any, rendered. This obligation shall not
include such claims, costs, damages or other expenses which may be caused by the sole
negligence of the Responding Agencies or their authorized agents or employees.
8. Authorization and approval of this Agreement shall be in a manner consistent with the
Agency's current procedures. This Agreement shall be effective upon approval by two or
more agencies and shall remain in effect as long as two or more agencies are parties to
this Agreement. Upon execution of this Agreement, the agency shall send an original or a
certified copy of the agreement to the Washington State Department of Transportation,
Highways & Local Programs Service Center. Highways & Local Programs shall maintain
a list of all signatory agencies and send an updated list to all agencies whenever an
agency is added or removed from the list.
9. Any agency signatory to this Agreement may cancel its participation in this Agreement
by giving written notice to the Washington State Department of Transportation,
Highways & Local Programs Service Center.
10. This Agreement is for the benefit of the signatory agencies only and no other person
or entity shall have any rights whatsoever under this Agreement as a third party
beneficiary.
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Agency
County, Washington
Authorized Representative
Date
Designated Primary Contact:
Office: Contact: Phone Number:
Emergency 24 Hour Phone Number:
Approved As To Form
________/S/____________
ANN E. SALAY
Office of the Attorney General
Date: July 10, 1997
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Appendix 5 to ESF 3 - Reference Guide
REFERENCE GUIDE
PROCEDURES TO CONSIDER
in using the
Public Works Emergency Mutual Aid Agreement
Below are SUGGESTED steps for your agency to follow when using the Public Works
Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement. The participants to the agreement are listed
by agency, with a contact person, their phone number and an emergency 24-hour phone
number. Simply make the contact and obtain the assistance. (TransAid will keep and
updated list of signatory agencies on the Internet and provide a copy to the signatory
agencies.)
Requesting Agency Steps to Follow
When your agency is requesting assistance:
1. Assess the situation and determine the resources needed.
2. Fill out the REQUESTING AGENCY'S CHECKLIST (see page 2).
3. Locate agencies included in the agreement.
4. Call the agency(s) listed that may have the resources you need.
5. Fill out a Requesting Agency's MUTUAL AID INFORMATION form (see page 3).
6. Send copy of form to the Responding Agency as soon as possible.
Responding Agency Steps to Follow
When your agency is responding to a request for assistance:
1. Make sure you can fulfill the request before giving an answer. Remember, you are not
required to supply aid if you determine you can not spare resources or if you do not have
qualified personnel, appropriate equipment and necessary materials for what is requested.
2. Analyze the level of risk of the request.
3. Complete the RESPONDING AGENCY CHECKLIST (see page 4) with the
information given by the Requesting Agency.
4. Brief your employees and prepare the equipment.
5. Complete the EMPLOYEE & EQUIPMENT INFORMATION (see page 5) form --
provide copies to your responding staff and to the Requesting Agency.
6. Dispatch staff to the Requesting Agency for assistance.
Supervisor of Responding Agency Steps to Follow
1. Complete the INCIDENT COMMANDER CHECKLIST (see page 7).
2. Carry a copy of the Requesting Agency's MUTUAL AID INFORMATION (see page
3) form and your EMPLOYEE & EQUIPMENT INFORMATION (see page 5) form and
provide a copy of each to the Requesting Agency.
3. Remember, you are responsible for your crew working in a safe and professional
manner.
5. Track your equipment and materials inventory.
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REQUESTING AGENCY CHECKLIST
Ensure that a real need exists. The Public Works Emergency Response Mutual
Aid Agreement is only to be used to support resources already reasonably
committed.
What can the Responding Agency help you repair or service? What is the
nature of the emergency?
Identify what type of equipment, material and skilled employees are
needed.
How long may they be needed? Will Responding Agency employees work
independently or with one of your supervisors?
Where will Responding Agency employees eat, sleep and shower? Do
you need to make contact with the Red Cross for meals? What
facilities/hotels are available for Responding Agency employees?
Has an arrangement for refueling and repair of equipment been made?
Identify a staging area. Where will Responding Agency employees meet
your Agency supervisor(s) to be briefed and assigned work? Responding
Agency employees will need names of your supervisor(s), phone numbers
and locations and times to meet and report.
Who Can Help?
Review list of Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid agencies
and locate an agency not affected by the emergency.
Contact your local Office of Emergency Management, if necessary.
Call the agency directly. Send written request as soon as possible.
o Identify yourself and your agency.
o Fill out a MUTUAL AID INFORMATION (see page 3) form.
o State the nature of the problem.
o State your needs - personnel, equipment, resources, etc. Length of
time they will be needed?
o Advise the Responding Agency on weather and road conditions.
o How soon is aid needed? Is the work time sensitive?
o Advise the Responding Agency where, when and to whom they are
to report?
o Identify facilities that are available to Responding Agency (shelter,
food, etc.)
o Briefing
Meet with your agency's union reps or supervisors to discuss how staff
will be used.
Identify a staff person to work directly with your employees to handle and
address questions. Provide local maps of the area with information such as
eating and sleeping sites.
Provide system maps and discuss how to use them.
Review standards for the type of work being requested.
Establish a communications plan.
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MUTUAL AID INFORMATION FORM
Requesting Agency
DATE: TIME:
REQUESTING AGENCY:
NAME/TITLE CONTACT:
PHONE NUMBER: FAX NUMBER:
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER:
TYPE OF EMERGENCY:
ESTIMATED DURATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE REQUIRED:
ASSISTANCE BEING REQUESTED (be as specific as possible.)
Technical Assistance *
Personnel Area of Expertise
Equipment *
Communication Equipment:
Materials *
* Items to consider in your request:
Inspectors Engineers Surveyors
Technicians Truck Drivers Utility person
Operators Flaggers Welders
Mechanics Bridge Repair Carpenters
Electricians Dump Trucks Back Hoe
Gravel Pipe Paving Equipment
Oiler Grader Compactor
Traffic Control Equip. Power Supply Communication Equip.
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RESPONDING AGENCY CHECKLIST
DATE: TIME:
REQUESTING AGENCY:
NAME/TITLE CONTACT:
PHONE NUMBER: FAX NUMBER:
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER:
TYPE OF EMERGENCY:
ESTIMATED DURATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE REQUIRED:
Fill out Mutual Aid Information form.
Clarify Need
Review types of damage and what Responding Agency employees may be
expected to deal with (volcanic ash, earthquake, flooding, etc.)
Review types of equipment, materials and number of employees needed and skills
required.
How long will your employees be needed? Should a relief crew be prepared?
Where will your employees stay and eat?
Identify a communications plan for crews.
How will responding affect your agency's current operations?
Immediately notify Supervisor, elected officials and Highways & Local Programs
of request for Emergency Response Mutual Aid.
Preparations
Identify your responding employees. Review employee selection with union reps
or supervisors. Ask employees to bring necessary personal items.
Identify Incident Commander for your employees and appoint staff for operations,
planning, logistics and finance.
Review ER/FEMA documentation procedures with supervisors and initiate
record-keeping requirements.
Inventory and standardize tools and materials on vehicles. Inspect vehicles for
travel.
Set up daily check in time between Responding and Requesting agency. Review
progress, identify hours worked, working conditions and status of crew.
Send cash (not check) or credit cards with Supervisor for emergency expenses.
Send mobile phone or ham radio equipment for back up communications.
Be sure emergency food and water are on each vehicle.
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EMPLOYEE & EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
Responding Agency
Agency: Date:
Supervisor of Crew:
Communication Equipment/Phone Numbers:
Report Time: Report Date:
Report To: Area Assigned:
ASSISTANCE BEING PROVIDED (be as specific as possible)
Supervisor & Crew Employees
Name Emergency Contact Qualifications
& Phone Numbers Flagger CPR CDL Operator First Aid
Technical Assistance *
Personnel Area of Expertise
Confined Space:
Equipment *
Truck Type & Size:
Truck Materials Inventory:
Truck Tools & Equipment Inventory:
Communication Equipment:
Materials *
Shoring Needed:
* Items to consider in your request:
Inspectors Engineers Surveyors
Technicians Truck Drivers Utility person
Operators Flaggers Welders
Mechanics Bridge Repair Carpenters
Electricians Dump Trucks Back Hoe
Gravel Pipe Paving Equipment
Oiler Grader Compactor
Traffic Control Equip. Power Supply Communication Equip.
1 copy to Requesting Agency
1 copy to Responding Agency
1 copy to Crew Supervisor
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INCIDENT COMMANDER CHECKLIST
Responding Agency
Upon Arrival
Check-in with supervisor on site.
Review maps, damage information, repair needs and potential crew assignments.
Request information on repair standards.
Ensure that lodgings, meals and refueling capabilities exist. If not, identify crew
member to work on problem and ask Requesting Agency for assistance.
Review documentation procedures with Requesting Agency's supervisor and
obtain supplies to track repairs and costs associated with job.
Establish daily briefing time with Requesting Agency's supervisor.
Establish daily documentation briefing with Requesting Agency's supervisor to
ensure that tasks are completed.
Establish working shifts.
Review Communication Plan.
Daily Process
Briefing with supervisors and crew on work assignments and progress.
Review safety procedures with crew.
Review events and any problems or positive interaction with Requesting Agency's
employees or customers.
Ensure lunch and evening food breaks are provided and that a system for meals,
refueling and restocking is maintained.
Contact Responding Agency for briefing.
Review documentation at end of each day for accuracy and completion.
Work Termination
Meet with crews to review successes and problems.
Identify total hours worked and number of repairs.
Total up costs associated with work.
Allow rest and recovery time before leaving for home.
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Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement
Signatory Agencies
Counties
Primary
Contact
Phone No. Emergency
24 hr.
Phone No.
E-Mail Address
Adams Gale Kulm (503)659-3276 (509) 659-
1122
Benton Ross Dunfee (509)786-5611 (509)588-4360
or
(509)539-3501
ross.dunfee@co.benton.wa.
us
donna.holmes@co.benton.w
a.us
Chelan Dispatch-Sheriff (509)667-6415 (509)667-6243
Clallam Joe Ciarlo (360)417-2305 (360)417-2459
Clark Peter Capell (360)397-2446
or
(360)397-6118
X4071
(360)901-7469 peter.capell@clark.wa.gov
Columbia Scott Smith (509)382-2534 (509)382-2518
Franklin Tim Fife (509)545-3514 (509)545-3510
Garfield Clay Barr (509)843-3369 (509)843-3493
Grant Derek Phole (509)754-6082 (509)754-6332 dphole@co.grant.wa.us
Grays
Harbor
F. Paul Easter (360)249-4222 (360)580-2281
Island William Oakes
(PWD)
(360)679-7331
X7346
(360)914-0405
Jefferson Gary Rowe (360)385-9160 (360)385-7693
or
(360)385-3831
King Linda
Dougherty
(206)296-6590 (206)296-8100
linda.dougherty@kingcounty.
gov
Kitsap Randy Casteel (360)337-5777 (360)710-5236 rcasteel@co.kitsap.wa.us
Kittitas Director (509)962-7523 (509)962-7523
Lewis John Huestis (360)740-2697 (360)269-5909
John.Huestis@lewiscountyw
a.gov
Lincoln Rick Becker (509)725-7041 (509)725-3501 rtbecker@co.lincoln.wa.us
Mason Sandra
Loertscher
(360)427-7535 (360)427-7761
or
(360)455-5625
pager
sloertscher@so.co.mason.w
a.us
Okanogan Frank Sautell (509)422-7300
Or
(503)322-6360
(509)826-6997
fsautell@co.okanogan.wa.us
Pacific Don Larson (360)875-9368 (360)875-9395 pw@co.pacific.wa.us
Pierce Bruce Wagner (253)798-7364 (253)798-3842
San Juan Jon Shannon-
PWD
(360)370-0516 911 or
(360)378-7643
jons@rockisland.com
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Skagit Chal Martin (360)336-
9400
(360)424-0414
or
708-0432 cell
Skamania David Brown (509)427-9490 (509)427-9490
Snohomish Owen Carter (425)388-6652 (425)754-1998
or
359-2104 cell
Spokane Bob
Brusggeman
(509)477-3600 (509)710-5040
bbrueggeman@spokanecou
nty.org
Thurston Lester Olson (360)754-4580 (360)704-2740 olsonl@co.thurston.wa.us
Wahkiakum Pete Ringen
(PWD)
(360)795-3301 S.O. Dispatch
(360)795-3242
ringenp@co.wahkiakum.wa.
us
Walla Walla Randy Glaeser (509)524-2711 (509)527-3265 rglaeser@co.walla-
walla.wa.us
Whatcom Frank Abart (360)676-6692 (360)676-6681
Emer. Op.
(360)676-6910
911 Ctr.
Whitman Mark Storey (509)397-6206 Whatcom local
911
Yakima Vern Redifer (509)574-2300 (509)574-2500
Sheriff
Primary
Contact
Phone No. Emergency
24 hr.
Phone No.
E-Mail Address
Aberdeen Larry Bledsoe (360)533-4100 (360)533-5817
Almira Darrell Francis (509)639-2221 (509)639-2580
Mayor
Anacortes Bob Hyde (360)293-1919 (360)661-3471
(cell)
bobhyde@cityofanacortes.or
g
Arlington Paul Ritchart (360)403-3500 (360)403-3500
Auburn Duty Officer (253)931-3060 (253)852-2121
Bainbridge
Island
Lance Newkirk (206)842-1212 (360)308-5400
Bellingham Dick McKinley (360)676-6961 (360)676-6896
Bellevue Dennis Vidnar (425)452-7840 (206)996-
0186(pager)
Bothell Clark Meek cell (425)471-
4696
(425)486-1254 clark.meek@ci.bothell.wa.go
v
Bremerton Robert Tulp (360)478-7253 (360)337-3437
Brewster JD Smith PWD (509)689-3464 (509)689-2331 jdsmithpwd@verizon.net
Bridgeport Jean Hardie (509)686-4041 911 bportcity@nwi.net
Buckley Arthur McGehee (360)829-3157 (360)829-3157
Bucoda Mayor (360)278-3525 (360)704-2740
Burien Stephen Clark,
PWD
(206)248-5514 (206)391-1648
Camas Monte
Brachmann
(360)834-2457 (360)737-0592
Cathlamet David Vik (360)795-8032
or
3203
(360)795-3242 cpw@scattercreek.com
Centralia Tom Reber (360)330-7674 (360)330-7681
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Clyde Hill Mitch
Wasserman
(425)545-7187 (206)454-7187
or
(425) 510-
0663 cellular
mitch@clydehill.org
Colfax Emily Adams (509)397-3861 (509)397-3416
Fire Dept.
College
Place
Paul Hartwig (509)525-0510 (509)527-1960
Colton Bill Frye (509)229-3712 (509)229-3717
Coulee City Lorna Pearce (509)632-5331 1-888-431-
9911
tcoulee@odessaoffice.com
Coupeville Malcom Bishop (360)678-4461 (360)240-4543
Covington Glenn Akramoff (253)638-1110
ex. 2553
(206)423-0200 gakramoff@ci.covington.wa.
us
Creston Larry Haydon (509)636-3145 (509)636-3636 townofcreston@hotmail.com
Deer Park Roger
Krieger(cell
509-220-0285)
or
Brian Ramsden
(cell 509 220-
0286)
(509)276-8802 (509)276-8230 rkrieger@ci.deerpark.wa.us
Des Moines Timothy
Heydon
(206)870-6522 (206)870-6530
Eatonville Russell Blount (360)832-3361 (360)893-6198
Edmonds Noel Miller (425)771-0235 (425)775-4545
Ellensburg John Akers (509)962-7230 (509)925-8535 akersj@ci.ellensburg.wa.us
Elma Police Chief (360)482-3131 Grays Harbor
911
Everett Tom Thetford (425)257-8824 (425)257-8821 tthetford@ci.everett.wa.us
Everson Rick Holt (360)966-3411 (360)354-6210
Fairfield Sue Adams (509)283-2414 (509)283-2181
Mayor
Farmington Laura
Hokenson
(509)287-2500
or
(509)287-2840
Whitman Co.
911
Fife Russ Blount (253)896-8677
or
(253)255-5350
cell
(253)922-6633
Fife PD
Dispatch
rblount@cityoffife.org
George Cherie Escure (509)785-5081 (509)750-7408 geoclerk@smwireless.net
Gig Harbor Dave Brereton (253)851-8145 (253)530-6888
Goldendale Keith Grundei (509)773-3771
(509)261-9426
(509)773-3780 kgrundei@ci.goldendale.wa.
us
Harrah Garry Decker (509)848-2432 (509)848-3702
Hoquiam Rick Thomas (360)532-0892 (360)532-0892
Issaquah Bret Heath (425)837-3470 (425)837-3200 BretH@ci.issaquah.wa.us
Kelso Sam Adams (360)423-6590 (360)695-3218
Kenmore Stephen
Anderson
(425)398-8900 (206)296-8100 Sanderson@ci.kenmore.wa.
us
Kennewick Pete Beaudry (509)585-4292 (509)585-4419
Kent Larry
Blanchard
(253)856-5600 (206)841-1468 Lblanchard@ci.kent.wa.us
Kettle Falls Joel Gassaway (509)738-6821 (509)684-5296
Sheriff
joelg@plixtel.com
Kirkland John Hopfauf (425)828-1156 (425)828-1183
Lacey Jared Burbidge (360)456-7786 (360)412-3186 JBUBIDGE@ci.lacey.wa.us
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Lake Forest
Park
Frank Zenk (206)368-5440
Or
(206)255-4643
(206)364-8216
Police Dept.
Lakewood William Larkin (253)512-2261
(253)988-3507
(253)798-3842
or
(253)404-2817
(pager)
Langley Challis Stringer (360)221-4246 (360)221-4433
Latah Heidi
Turnbough
(509)286-3471 509)286-3340 latahtown@palousenet.com
Leavenworth Mike Deason (509)548-5275 Chelan Co
Sheriff
(509)667-6851
pwdirector@cityofleavenwort
h.com
Liberty Lake Chief Brian
Asmus
(509)755-1141
(509)755-
6700-(cell)
(509)998-3732
On duty police
(509)218-4899
basmus@libertylakewa.gov
Longview Bob Gregory (360)577-3375 (360)577-2686
Lynden Terry Klimpel (360)354-3446 (360)738-8683
Lynnwood William Franz (425)670-6657 (425)754-5951
Mansfield Tricia Sima (509)683-1112 (509)683-1975 mansfield@nwi.net
Mattawa Patricia Gerdes (509)932-4037 (509)932-4112 townhall@gemsi.com
Medina Carl Burris (425)788-2777 (425)-76-
604560
Mesa Teresa
Standridge
(509)265-4253 (509)265-4280
Mill Creek Tom Gathmann
(PWD)
(425)921-5772 911 or
(206)778-2121
tomg@cityofmillcreek.com
Milton Letticia Neal –
PWD
(253)922-8738
(253)255-
4331-cell
Dispatch
(253)922-6633
Glen
Baker
(253)370-9851
PWD cell
Monroe Gene Brazel (360)794-7400 (360)805-1716
home or
(425)754-3750
cell/gbrazel@ci.monroe.wa.u
s/
Moses Lake PW Supt (509)766-9224 (509)766-9230
Mossyrock Nanette
Crocker
(360)983-3300 (360)983-3392
Mountlake
Terrace
Curt Brees (425)670-8264 (425)754-1987 cbrees@mlt.ci.wa.us
Naches Eric Wolfe (509)653-2647 (509)480-6316
Cell
Eric.wolfe@co.yakima.wa.us
Newcastle Jim Walker (425)649-4444
Oak Harbor Mark Soptich (360)240-1608 (360)679-9567
Oakesdale Thomas Zornes (509)285-4020 (509)285-5210
Olympia John
Cunningham
(360)753-8470 (360)753-8333
Omak Fred Sheldon
or Chad Short
(509)826-1170
(509)826-1390
(509)322-4047
(cell)
(509)322-4045
(cell)
fsheldon@omakcity.com
Oroville Rod Noel (509)476-2106 (509)476-2300
Orting Jim Mercer (360)893-2219 (360)829-3157
Pacific Bob Boyd (253)929-1190 (253)929-1190
ex1510
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Pasco Robert J.
Alberts
(509)545-3446 (509)539-6340 albertsb@ci.pasco.wa.us
Port Angeles Glenn Cutler (360)417-4801 (360)417-4970
Port Orchard Jay Cookson (360)876-2722 Kitsap Co. 911
Port
Townsend
Kenneth Clow (360)385-7212 Jefferson Co.
911
kclow@ci.port-
townsend.wa.us
Prosser L.J.DaCorsi (509)786-7300 (509)786-7094
Pullman Mark Workman (509)338-3222 (509)332-2521 mark.workman@Pullman-
Wa.gov
Quincy Dan Frazier-
PWD David
Reynolds-PW
(509)787-3523
(509)787-4131
(509)398-
0817
Renton Greg
Zimmerman
(425)430-7311 911
Richland Stanley Arlt (509)943-7460 (509)545-2763
Ritzville Larry Swift (509)659-1930 (509)659-1122
Rockford Carrie Roecks (509)291-4716 (509)291-4261
or
(509)291-3300
Rock Island Jeff Spencer (509)884-1261 (509)421-6954
Roy Thomas
Jacobs
(253)843-1113 (253)843-1536
Ruston Kim Wheeler (253)761-0272
(253)759-3544
(253)594-3228
Sammamish John
Cunningham
(425)836-7913 1(800)527-
6237
SeaTac Donald
Monaghan
(206)973-4800
or (206)973-
4721
(425)228-0436
or
(206)786-4791
dmonaghan@ci.seatac.wa.u
s
Sedro
Woolley
Dean Klinger (360)855-0111 (360)855-2252
Selah Joseph Henne (509)698-7365 (509)698-7365
or
(509)698-5081
JHenne@elltel.net
Shelton Jim Ghiglione (360)426-3348 (360)426-3348
Skykomish Ted Cleveland (360)677-2388 (360)677-2591
Snoqualmie Kirk Holmes (425) 766-
2231
(425)766-2231
St. John Larry Dickerson
or Wayne Bly
(509)648-3322
(509)648-3977
(509)648-3311
Stanwood Bill Beckman (360)629-4577 fax #
(360)629-6294
bill@ci.stanwood.wa.us
Steilacoom Mark
Burlingame
(253)581-1912 (253)380-1134 mark.burlingame@ci.stillaco
m.wa.us
Sultan Connie Dunn (360)793-1262 (425)267-1246
Tacoma Beth Brooks (253)591-5576 (253)591-5480 beth.brooks@cityoftacoma.o
rg
Toledo Robert Lockard (360)864-4565
(360)864-4564
(360)785-4849
Toppenish Ed Martindale (509)865-4500 (509)837-3328
Tumwater Jay Eaton (360)754-4150 (360)754-4150
Twisp Gary
McConnell
(509)997-4081 (509)997-0440
Home
(509)429-2781
Cellular
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Uniontown Angie Meyer (509)229-3805 (509)335-4555
Police
Vancouver Brian Carlson (360)696-
8008xt8534
(360)693-9302
Waitsburg Trina Cole (509)337-6702 (509)337-6371
Walla Walla Hal Thomas (509)527-4463 (509)527-1960
Waverly Kynda
Browning
(509)283-4122 (509)283-4162
Westport Randy Lewis (360)268-0131 (360)581-2112
Woodway Randall Burns (206)542-4443 (425)339-9295
Yakima Dick Zais (509)575-6040 (509)575-6200
OTHER
Olympic
View Water
and Sewer
District
Roger Eberhart (425)774-7769 (425)774-7769
WSDOT John Himmel (360)705-7973 (360)239-6759 himmelj@wsdot.wa.gov
City of Arlington Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
Appendix 6 TO ESF 3 – PUBLIC WORKS – ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
Emergency Safety Function Page 49
Public Works Director
James Kelly
Engineering (5.5)
City Engineer
Vacant
Senior
Engineer
Vacant
Permit
Technician
Launa Rupert
PW Inspector
Marc Hayes (0.5 FTE)
GIS Lead
Katie Kelleher
GIS
Technician
Lynn Bridges
Abe Calderon (Util)
Utilities Specialist
Reta Shepard
Admin. Specialist Linda Taylor
Staff Accountant
Kris Wallace
PW Coordinator
Cristy Brubaker
Utilities Manager Vacant
Water (9)
Supervisor
Don Smith
WTP
Dallas Speed
Bill Cochinella
Distribution
Sys.
Earl Anderson
Gary Schlagel
Jeff Pitman
Meter
Specialist
Carrie Kneeland
Brian Fritts
Cross
Connection
Gus Tararan
Wastewater (10)
Supervisor
Ric Saavedra
WWTP
Steve Crites
Randy Norman
John Laupp
Vacant-WWTPO
Pre-
treatment
Sandy Boyd
Collection
System
Fred Rapelyea
Jason Ewing
Jay Lemke
Compost
Facility
Kevin Bleeck
Stormwater (1)
Stormwater
Tech.
Ken Clarke
Water Res. (1)
Water
Res.
Planner
Mike Wolanek
Refuse & Recycling
Contract
M&O Manager
Leroy Hill
Airport Maint. (2)
Airport
Supervisor
Dale Carmen (Note 1)
Sr. Maint .
Worker
Terri Mills
Scott Black
Randy Wilverding
Seasonal
Worker
3 positions
Note 1 -Dale
Carmen supervises the airport mainenance staff only and does not report
to the Public Works Dept.
Streets (7)
Lead Maint.
Worker
Eric Hentila
Sr. Maint.
Worker
Ron Johnson
Ray Drake
Maint.
Worker
Rock Talbot
Jim Downing
Dan Bardell
Tim Stuiksma
Seasonal
Worker
1 position
Parks (4)
lead Maint.
Worker
Ken Pruitt
Sr. Maint.
Worker
Christina Fox
Jim Lidster
Parks Maint.
Worker
Kelly Larson
Vacant
Seasonal
Worker
4 Positions
Cemetery (1)
Cemetery
Coord.
Twanya Post
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 4
FIRE SERVICE
I. PURPOSE
To provide an organizational framework utilizing the Incident Command System that will
effectively utilize and coordinate available fire fighting and fire emergency medical
services apparatus and personnel when the size and nature of the emergency, disaster
or catastrophic event exceeds local capabilities.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. Normal emergency operations are handled with resources of the responding fire
agency that includes local mutual aid.
B. When an emergency goes beyond local mutual aid, task force/strike team
responses from zones within Snohomish County may be utilized or task force/strike
team responses from other counties may be utilized. [Snohomish County
Department of Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center (EOC) may
be advised at this time to coordinate additional logistical support.]
C. When the emergency exceeds the regional response effort, the Washington State
Fire Mobilization Plan shall be utilized to obtain additional resources.
D. The City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center is opened for the purpose of
providing technical and logistic assistance in coordinating resources under a unified
command when prioritization becomes necessary.
E. In the event of a catastrophic event the City of Arlington may initially find itself
operating independently and self reliant for over 72 hours.
F. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and United States Forest Service (USFS)
are responsible for wild-land fires and individual fire districts may have separate
working agreements with Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
F. Arlington Fire Department will provide a representative to the City of Arlington
Emergency Operations Center.
G. Responsibilities for emergency medical services are defined in ESF-8.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center:
1. Serves as liaison between city service and the state for requesting additional
resources.
a. Provide mission number for regional response.
b. Serve as contact for state mobilization.
2. Provide training to fire response personnel as appropriate.
B. Arlington Fire Department:
1. Provide for suppression and control of fires within the city limits.
2. Support warning, notification and evacuation assistance to the limit of their
training, equipment and statutory authority.
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3. Provide hazardous materials control and response per department policy and
capabilities.
4. Report their operational capabilities to the Emergency Operations Center for the
purpose of providing support/resources through existing Plans:
a. City mutual aid.
b. County mutual aid.
c. Fire/EMS Resource Plan
d. State Fire Mobilization Plan
5. Establish, facilitate and coordinate prearranged aircraft landing zones for
emergency airlift of critically injured, sick patients and incoming supplies.
6. Develop and maintain suggested operating guidelines for disaster operations.
7. Report damage assessment to the Emergency Operations Center.
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Appendix 1 TO ESF 4 FIRE SERVICE – Arlington Fire Department
Equipment Inventory
Unit ID # of
Units
Description Fuel Type
Station 46 – 137 North McLeod Arlington, WA 98223
Engine 46 1 First Line Engine Diesel
Engine 46A 1 Back-up Engine Diesel
Medic 46 1 ALS Transport Unit Diesel
Aid 46 1 BLS Transport Unit Diesel
Tender 46 1 1800 Gallon Water Tender Diesel
Station 47 – 6231 188 Street NE Arlington, WA 98223 (Admin. location)
Engine 47 1 First Line Engine Diesel
Aid 47 1 BLS Transport Unit Diesel
Chief 46 1 4x4 Expedition Command Unit Gasoline
Battalion 46 1 4x4 Expedition Command Unit
w/Winch
Gasoline
MSA 48 1 Chevy Impala Gasoline
Training 47 1 4x2 Pick-up Truck Gasoline
Station 48 – 18824 Smokey Point Blvd. #104 Arlington, WA 98223
Ladder 48 1 Quint Ladder 75 feet Diesel
Medic 48 1 ALS Transport Unit Diesel
Total Equipment Count: Station Contact Numbers:
Engines 3 Dayroom (360) 435-1521
Ladder Trucks 1 Officers Quarters (360) 435-1712
Water Trucks 1 Fax (360) 435-1521
EMS Transports 4 Dayroom (360) 403-3480
Command Units 2 Fax (360) 403-9267
Training Trucks 1 Dayroom (360) 386-8275
Other 1 Officers Quarters (360) 386-8547
13 Fax (360) 386-8571
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Appendix 2 TO ESF 4 - FIRE SERVICE - ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
City of Arlington Fire Department
Fire Chief Support 46
Administrative
Specialists
Administrative
Specialsists
Medical Program Director
Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Marshal -Operations
Captain
A-SHIFT
Acting
Officer
Paid Staff
Volunteers
Captain
B-SHIFT
Acting
Officer
Paid Staff
Volunteers
Captain Floater
Captain
Training
Officer
Captain
C-SHIFT
Acting Officer
Paid Staff
Volunteers
Medical Services Administrator
Emergency Management Coordinator
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
Emergency Safety Function Page 54
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 6
MASS CARE, HOUSING and HUMAN SERVICES
I. PURPOSE
To provide for the utilization of public and private facilities to shelter displaced persons;
and to organize and maintain the capability to furnish basic needs to individuals in the
event of an emergency, disaster or catastrophic event.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. The Dept. of Homeland Security/FEMA has the responsibility by Public Law 93-288
to provide mass care, which includes long-term shelter and feeding.
B. Public shelter may be required for the short-term and may be provided by the
Snohomish County Chapter of the American Red Cross if they are available.
C. The City of Arlington Emergency Management Coordinator will coordinate shelter
and mass care requirements with the Snohomish County Department of
Emergency Management.
D. Interim short-term shelter resources will be developed at the local level to address
immediate response needs with the Arlington Disaster Task Force.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. City of Arlington
1. Identify and maintain a resource list of the private and public facilities necessary
to meet the needs of short-term sheltering which will be listed as a resource in
this document.
2. Maintain suggested operating guidelines for sheltering in-place.
3. Identify alternate care shelter areas for those with special needs, such as
space within local Skilled Care Facilities.
4. Maintain shelter supplies given to the City by the Snohomish County Chapter
of the American Red Cross.
5. Provide resource support for the movement of shelter supplies when a shelter
is deemed necessary and an appropriate facility has been identified.
6. Provide damage assessment/structural survey of identified shelter facilities
prior to public occupancy after an earthquake.
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 7
RESOURCE SUPPORT
I. PURPOSE
To identify local resources and emergency resource needs. Provide a system for
prioritization, utilization and reimbursement of those resources during times of
emergency.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. To assure that up-to-date listings are maintained of the exact resource
capability of local jurisdictions and the private sector.
B. To prioritize, allocate and conserve local resources to serve the greatest
good.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. The City of Arlington Emergency Management Coordinator will collect and
maintain a database of resources that may be available during emergency,
disaster and catastrophic events to save lives and mitigate damage.
B. Public and private agencies and departments will provide the City of
Arlington Emergency Management Coordinator with an up-to-date list of
resources (including equipment, materials and personnel) that may be
available for the City of Arlington or other governmental entities during
emergency, disaster and catastrophic events to save lives, assist with
response, preserve the environment and mitigate damage. The mechanism
to coordinate this will be the City of Arlington Disaster Task Force.
C. The City of Arlington Emergency Management Coordinator will work with
local businesses, congregations and private entities to develop
memorandums of understanding (MOU) that will assist the local government
help the community with overall response and recovery efforts.
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Emergency Safety Function Page 56
Appendix 1 to ESF 7 – Key Facilities and Employees
Essential Operations
Arlington Emergency Management has identified the following critical facilities and
personnel:
1. City Facilities
Facility Location Contact Number
Police Station 238 North Olympic (360) 403-3400
Fire Station 46 6111 188th PL NE (360) 403-3600
Fire Station 47 6231 188th Street (360) 403-3480
Fire Station 63 Marysville, WA (360) 657-2358
City Hall 238 North Olympic (360) 403-3421
Water Treatment Center 108 West Howler (360) 403-3526
City Shops 6205 188th Pl NE (360) 403-3451
Airport 18204-59th Ave NE (360) 403-3470
Arlington/Smokey Point
Chamber of Commerce
16710 Smokey Pt. Blvd-
Suite 310
(360) 659-5453
2. School Districts
Facility Location Contact Number
Arlington High School 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd (360) 618-6300
Apple Pre School 315 N. French (360) 435-5138
Weston High School 4407-172ND St NE (360) 435-1889
Post Middle School 1220 E. 5th St (360) 435-3458
Presidents Elementary 505 E. 3rd St. (360) 618-6240
Eagle Creek Elementary 1216 E. 5th St (360) 435-9770
Kent Prairie Elementary 8110-207th NE (360) 435-1600
Pioneer Elementary 8213 Eaglefield Dr. (360) 474-8750
Stillaguamish Valley School 315 N. French (360) 403-0667
Trafton Elementary School 12616 Jim Creek Rd (360) 435-3250
Lakewood School District 17110 – 16th Dr. NE (360) 652-4500
Freshman Academy 19109-63rd Ave NE (360) 435-1889
Haller Middle School 600 E. 1st Street (360) 618-6400
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3. Utilities
Facility Location Contact Number
Arlington PUD Office 210 E, E. Division (360) 435-7500
Cascade Natural Gas 1-800-848-3406
Verizon Everett, WA 1-800-483-4100
Waste Management NW (425) 337-1197
Comcast Cable 1-877-824-2288
Cedar Communication Lakewood, WA (360) 652-0230
4. Churches
Facility Location Contact
Number
Contact Name
Arlington
Assembly of God
201 N. Stillaguamish
Ave.
(360) 435-8981 Pastor: Bill Hartman
Arlington Baptist
Church
225 E. 3rd St. (360) 435-9618 Pastor: Joel Christensen
Arlington First
Baptist
426 N. French Ave. (360) 435-3040 Pastor: Bill Walker
Arlington
Community
Church
713 Talcott St. (360) 445-2636 Pastor: Dr. Gale W.
O’Neal
Arlington Free
Methodist
730 E. Highland (360) 435-8986 Sr. Pastor: Verlin Elmore
Arlington Gospel
Hall
323 S. Stillaguamish
Ave.
(360) 435-3797 Elder: Ed Rollands
Arlington Seventh
Day Adventist
713 Talcott St. (360) 435-3259 Pastor: Doug Sharp
Arlington United
Church
388 N. McLeod Ave. (360) 435-3259 Pastor: Deena Jones
Atonement Free
Lutheran
6905 172nd St. (360) 435-9191 Pastor: Rick Long
Bryant Community
Church
26830 53rd N.E. (360) 435-8311 Pastor: Chuck Barnett
Burn Road Bible
Church
14709 Burn Road (360) 403-0183 Pastor: Doug Windle
Cascade Christian
Reform Church
13908 51st Ave N.E.,
Marysville
(360) 659-4136 Pastor: Timothy Toeset
Christ the King 906 E. 1st St. (360) 747-8444 Pastor: Rick Schranck
Crossroads
Fellowship
2425 200th St. N.E. (360) 652-0470 Pastor: Russ Nuss
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Fellowship Baptist Fidelity Grange Hall
Mailing Address: P.O.
Box 3274 Arlington,
WA 98223
(360) 659-5337 Pastor: Greg Stiff
Harvest
Fellowship
International
17207 Jordan Road (360) 435-7905 Pastor: Dennis Sonsteby
Hosanna Christian
Fellowship
401 N. Dunham Ave. (360) 403-0995 Sr. Pastors: John &
Christie Gravallesse
Immaculate
Conception
Catholic
1200 E. 5th (360) 435-8565 Father: Jim Dalton
Lifeway
Foursquare
Church
Meets @ Kent Prairie
Elementary School
Mailing Address: PMB
#2526 N.W. Ave.
Arlington, WA 98223
(425) 750-4473 Pastor: Chad & Beth
Blood
Mountain View
Assembly of God
907 Lakewood Rd. (360) 652-0400 Pastor: Scott Cooper
Oso Community
Chapel
22318 S.R. 530 N.E. (360) 435-6133 N/A
Our Savior
Lutheran
615 Highland Drive (360) 435-8921 Pastor: Marillyn Schultz
Peace Lutheran
Church
1717 Larson Rd.
Sylvana
(360) 652-8729 Pastor: Jeff Driscoll
St. Andrew
Orthodox Church
230 E. Burke Ave. (360) 435-9769 Pastor: David Hovik
Sisco Heights
Community
Church
15029 McElroy Rd. (360) 435-4382 Pastor: Dan R. Eide
Smokey Point
Community
Church
17721 Smokey Point
Blvd.
(360) 659-2844 Lead Pastor: Jim
Johnson
The Commons Meets @ Weston High
School
Mailing Address: 7420
204th St. N.E. Ste. 102
(360) 416-4018 Pastor: Tim Corbin
The Point Church Meets @ Pioneer
Elementary School
Mailing Address:
18722 59th Ave. N.E.
(360) 435-1616 Worship Pastor: Chris
Musulman
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5. Transportation
Facility Location Contact Number Internet Address
Arlington School
Transportation
19124 – 63rd
Ave NE
(360) 435-3307
Community Transit (425) 353-7433 http://www.commtrans.org
Community Transit Snow
Routes
1 (800) 562-1375
or (425) 353-7433
DART (425) 347-5912
Everett Transit (425) 353-7433
Greyhound Bus (425) 252-2143
Bellair Charters 1-800-221-4548
Washington State DOT http://wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/seattle
6. Hospitals
Facility Location Contact Number
Cascade Valley Hospital 330 S. Stillaguamish
Ave
(360) 435-2133
Cascade Valley Marysville 9528 State Ave.,
Marysville
(360) 653-4100
Cascade Valley Darrington 1190 Riddle St,
Darrington
(360) 436-1055
Cascade Valley Surgery 875 Wesley St. #160 (360) 435-6969
Cascade Valley Pediatrics 875 Wesley St #130 (360) 435-6525
7. Clinics
Facility Location Contact Number
–
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8. Food Bank
Facility Location Contact Number Contact
Arlington Community Food
Bank/ Helping Hands Food
Bank
127 ½ West Cox
Ave.
(360) 435-1631
(360) 435-2214
Pam Tilus
9. Key Facilities & Critical City of Arlington Employees
Department/
Title
Contact Contact Phone Fax Number Nextel Private ID
Admin/
Executive
Airport
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Emergency Safety Function Page 61
Department/
Title
Contact Contact Phone Fax Number Nextel Private ID
Building Inspection Line (360) 435-0674 (360)403-3447
Chris Young (360) 403-3432 (360) 913-7060 112*26224*50
Cemetery (360)403-3484 (360) 913-7162 112*26224*118
Tawnya Post (360) 403-3428 (425) 754-6771 112*26224*41
Jim Lidster (360) 403-3483 (425) 754-2719 112*26224*62
Code
Enforcement
Code
Compliance
Officer
Marc Hayes (360) 403-3457 (425) 754-7446 112*26224*18
Community
Development/
Planning
David Kuhl (360) 403-3445 (360) 913-7122 N/A
Finance (360) 403-3421 (360)435-6055 (425) 754-7789 112*26224*27
Fin. Director Jim Chase (360) 403-3422
Asst. Finance
Director
Roxanne
Guenzler
(360) 403-3424
Admin. Tech. Colette
Campbell
(360) 403-3427
Staff
Accountant
Sheri
Amundson
(360) 403-3426
Fin. Tech.
Utility Billing
Josie Griffiths (360) 403-3415
Fin. Tech.
Utility Billing
Traci
Gunderson
(360) 403-3425
Fin. Tech. 2
A/P
Debbie Strotz (360) 403-3429
Fire
Station 47 Main Line (360) 403-3600 (360)403-9267
Chief Jim Rankin (360) 403-3601 (425) 322-8934 112*26224*81
Deputy Chief Tom Cooper (360) 403-3607 (425) 754-0806 112*26224*59
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
Christine
Badger
(360) 403-3618 (360) 913-7096 112*26224*124
Laura Harris (360) 403-3603
MSO Doug Schmidt (360) 403-3602 (425) 754-1659 112*26224*85
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Department/
Title
Contact Contact Phone Fax Number Nextel Private ID
Fire Shift Capt (425) 754-7942 112*26224*34
Training
Officer
(425) 754-6354 112*26224*52
Wayne Mitchell (425) 754-7941 112*26224*33
Chaplain Dennis
Sonsteby
(425) 754-1524 112*26224*84
Volunteer
Desk
(360) 403-3615
Station 46 Quarters (360) 435-1712
Dayroom (360) 435-1521
Station 48 (360) 386-8275 (360)386-8571
Quarters (360) 386-8547
Aid 48 (425) 754-6362 112*26224*54
Medic 48 (425) 754-6360 112*26224*53
Information
Technology
Bryan Terry (360) 403-4610 (360) 913-7001
Tony Harrell (360) 403-3430 (425) 754-1226
Natural
Resources
Bill Blake (425) 754-2337
Permit Center Main Line (360) 403-3551
Permit
Technicians
(425) 754-2948 112*26224*42
Amy Rusko (360) 403-3550
Bill Blake (360) 403-3440
Brenda Fecht (360) 403-3431
Sonya Blacker (360) 403-3434
Planning (360)403-3447
Jane Bauer (360) 403-3481 (425) 754-5208 112*26224*31
Police (360) 403-3400 (360)435-4677
Crime Tip Line (360) 403-3420
Chief Robert
Sullenberger
(360) 403-3401 (425) 754-2189 N/A
Reserve Curtis Hirotaka (425) 754-4441 112*26224*35
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Department/
Title
Contact Contact Phone Fax Number Nextel Private ID
Coordinator
Detective Jason Rhodes (360) 403-3413 (425) 754-0375 112*26224*64
Detective Peter Barrett (360) 403-3414 (425) 754-7849 112*26224*60
Detective John Ventura (360) 403-4621 (425) 754-6216 112*26224*51
LT. Brian Dewitt (360) 403-3409 (425) 754-6323 112*26224*80
LT. Terry Quintral (360) 403-3403 (425) 754-6282 112*26224*79
LT. Ed Erlandson (425) 754-2963 112*26224*49
Airport Officer Mike Gilbert (425) 754-4207 112*26224*92
Airport Officer Anthony Davis (425) 754-6021 112*26224*101
Rory Bolter (425) 508-4661 112*683*26
Traffic Unit Mike McQuoid (425) 754-2377 112*26224*75
Patrol L 56 (425) 754-2548 112*26224*66
Patrol L 68 (425) 754-0923 112*26224*65
Patrol L 69 (425) 754-6582 112*26224*39
Patrol L 70 (425) 754-5053 112*26224*185
Patrol L 71 (425) 754-5171 112*26224*154
Patrol L 74 (425) 754-7791 112*26224*29
Patrol L 75 (425) 754-2681 112*26224*67
Patrol L 77 (425) 754-2378 112*26224*76
Patrol L 80 (425) 754-6493 112*26224*63
ACT Team (425) 754-3826 112*26224*78
Police
Services Team
(425) 754-7354 112*26224*116
PSO Copeland (425) 754-0774 112*26224*32
PSO Chamberlin (425) 754-2668 112*26224*31
SRO Lisa
Wojciechowicz
(425) 754-2936 112*26224*61
Karen
Camposano
(360) 403-3405
Loralie Carlson (360) 403-3407
Monica
Schlagel
(360) 403-3406
Nancy Lingel (360) 403-3404
Public Works
- Engineering
Main Line (360) 403-3500 (360)403-3447
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Department/
Title
Contact Contact Phone Fax Number Nextel Private ID
Christy
Brubaker
(360) 403-3503
Katie Kelleher (360) 403-3536
Kelli Hale (360) 403-3512
Launa Rupert (360) 403-3527
Lynne Bridges (360) 403-3546
Public Works
M&O Admin.
Main Line (360) 403-3462 (360)435-4149 (425) 754-7582 112*26224*20
Parks (360)403-3462
Emergency
On-call Pager
for Streets,
Parks &
Airport
(360) 618-2166
Leroy Mills (360) 403-3459 (425) 754-7583 112*26224*21
Public Works
M&O Airport
Bill Verhoeven (425) 754-6206 112*26224*104
Chuck
Hollingsworth
(425) 754-7290 112*26224*56
Garland Koepp (425) 754-6205 112*26224*44
Randy
Wilverding
(360) 403-4606 (425) 754-7308 112*26224*57
Scott Black (360) 403-4606 (425) 754-6028 122*26224*2
Teri Mills (360) 403-4606 (425) 754-7585 112*26224*23
Public Works
M&O
Facilities
Kurt Patterson (425) 754-7723 112*26224*25
Kelly Larson (360) 403-4641 (425) 754- 112*26224*
Public Works
M&O Parks
Chris Fox (360) 403-3453 (360) 913-7042 112*26224*90
Kent Pruitt (360) 403-4608 (425) 754-4801 112*26224*446
Parks PT (425) 754-6621 112*26224*46
Seasonal (360) 913-7017 112*26224*73
Seasonal (360) 913-7067 112*26224*91
Tim Struiksma (425) 754-5256 112*26224*86
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Department/
Title
Contact Contact Phone Fax Number Nextel Private ID
Public Works
M&O Streets
(360)403-3462
Eric Hentila (360) 403-3461 (425) 754-3412 112*26224*72
Ray Drake (360) 403-4342 (425) 754-6303 112*26224*71
Oly Bardell (360) 913-7139 112*26224*77
Jimmy
Downing
(360) 913-7104 112*26224*97
Rock Talbot (425) 754-6494 112*26224*55
Ron Johnson (425) 754-6302 112*26224*36
Utilities –
Admin.
Main Line (360) 403-3526 (360)425-7944
Sewer Main
Line
(360) 403-3508
Abe Calderon (360) 403-3522
Jim Kelly (360) 403-3505 (425) 754-7431 N/A
Kris Wallace (360) 403-3538 (425) 754-4814 112*26224*99
Linda Taylor (360) 403-3526 (360) 913-7102 112*26224*95
Rita Shepard (360) 403-3524 (425) 754-8711 112*26224*37
Terry Castle (360) 403-3502 (360) 913-7101 112*26224*94
Stormwater Ken Clarke (360) 403-3523 (360) 913-7232 112*26224*120
Wastewater On-Call
Pager/Phone
(425) 258-0919 (425) 754-7445 112*26224*17
Ric Saavedra (360) 403-3515 (425) 754-7439 112*26224*12
Fred Rapelyea (360) 403-3540 (360) 913-7058 112*26224*88
Jason Ewing (360) 403-3531 (425) 754-5908 112*26224*70
John Laupp (360) 403-3530 (425) 754-1360 112*26224*112
Kevin Bleeck (360) 403-3511 (425) 754-7440 112*26224*13
Randy Norman (360) 403-3534 (425) 754-7441 112*26224*14
Sandy Boyd (360) 403-3539 (360) 913-7063 112*26224*89
Steve Crites (360) 403-3509 (425) 754-7442 112*26224*15
Jay Lemke (360) 403-3552 (425) 754-7443 112*26224*16
Water Bill Cochinella (360) 403-3533 (425) 754-8346 112*26224*82
Brian Fritts (360) 403-3532 (425) 754-7430 112*26224*4
Carrie
Kneeland
(360) 403-3513 (425) 754-7435 112*26224*8
Dallas Speed (360) 403-3528 (425) 754-4291 112*26224*68
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Department/
Title
Contact Contact Phone Fax Number Nextel Private ID
Don Smith (360) 403-3507 (425) 754-7432 112*26224*6
Earl Anderson (360) 403-3506 (425) 754-7433 112*26224*7
Gary Schlagel (360) 403-3529 (425) 754-7793 112*26224*58
Gus Tararan-
(Cross Conn)
(360) 403-3542 (425) 754-7438 112*26224*11
Jeff Pitman (360) 403-3510 (425) 754-7436 112*26224*9
Mike Wolanek (360) 403-3541 (360) 913-7103 112*26224*96
Recycling (360) 403-3535
On-Call
Streets, parks
& Airport
Pager
(360) 618-2166
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10. Parks
Centennial Park (122° 7’25.8”W 48°11’55.05’N) is located at the intersection of Division
Street and Broadway. This is a small park that was built during Washington’s Centennial in
1989. The park features a granite fountain. This is a nice place to take a break, or eat your
lunch.
Legion Park (122° 7’36.73” W 48°11’34.81”N) is the center of most downtown events,
located at 114 N. Olympic Avenue across from the Olympic Theater.
Haller Park (122°7’42.82” W 48°12’9.66N) is the riverfront park east of Highway 9 located at
1100 West Avenue. This park has year around restrooms, play equipment, picnic shelter and
tables, and horseshoe pits. Many of the Fourth of July Events are held here.
Terrace Park (122°7’6.6”W 48°11’52.58”N) is known for its large evergreen trees and
terraced hill. The 4-acre park is located at 809 E Fifth Street. There is a restroom, play
equipment, sport court, picnic shelter and tables, and a paved walking trail. This is the
location of Music in the Park and Outdoor Theater.
Twin Rivers County Park (122°7’17.69”W 48°12’11.18”N) is owned by the county, but
maintained and operated by the City. It is located just across Lincoln bridge on Highway 530.
There are 25 acres of sports fields (soccer and softball) and restrooms. There is an 18-hole
Frisbee golf course through the trails and the back field. The park borders the Stillaguamish
River.
Wedgewood Park (122°7’4.73”W 48°9’18.47”N) is located near the entrance of Gleneagle at
17510 Gleneagle Blvd. This 1.5 acre park has play equipment including swings, and open
lawn with picnic tables.
Forest Trail Park (122°7’54.74”W 48°9’32.66”N) is also located in the Gleneagle
neighborhood at 18005 Oxford Drive. The 2 acre park features a meandering path, play
equipment, sport court, and picnic tables.
Zimmerman Hill Climb (trail ends 122°7’24.83”W 48°10’52.09”N 122°7’24.8”W
48°10’32.79”N) to is a 2000 linear ft wooden stairway that connects Crown Ridge Blvd to
Farmstead Estates.
Jensen Park (122°7’27.69”W 48°9’32.66”N) is located at 7801 Jensen Farm Lane. This two
acre park is grass open space with a shelter and picnic tables.
Bill Quake Memorial Park (122°8’59.7”W 48°9’54.96”N) is located at the intersection of
188th St. and 59th Ave 18501 59th Ave NE. There are 2 Little League baseball fields, 2 full
size soccer fields and a skate park. The park has restrooms, play equipment and picnic
tables. Located next to the Boys and Girls Club.
Arlington Skate Park (122°9’3.37”W 48°9’59.37”N) is located at the north end of Quake
Park 5912 188th St NE. Built in 2004. Park features a concrete bowl, full pipe, and street
course.
High Clover Park (122°9’46.19”W 48°10’37.08”N) is located in the High Clover Park
Neighbor-hood off of Cemetery Rd 19909 49th Ave NE. This 2 acre park is grass open space
and landscaping.
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W.E. Evans Memorial Park (122°9’0.38”W 48°10’2.01”N) is located across the street
from Quake Park at 18813 59th Ave NE. The park features a 90’ base-ball field. The
park also has restrooms, play equipment, and picnic tables.
J. Rudy York Memorial Park ()is located in a Smokey Point neighborhood at 31st
Ave NE and 180th St NE. This 2 acre park features play equipment, sport court ,
walking path and picnic tables.
River Crest Trail (122°8’44.8”W 48°10’57.25”N to 122°9’2.95”W 48°10’56.41:N) )is a
1000 ft linear trail located in River Crest Estates. This natural trail has a scenic
overlook of Portage Creek Nature Preserve.
Centennial Trail– Arlington
Burke St to Lebanon: 8 Blocks of finished 12’ paved trail through Downtown Arlington
204th Street to 172nd Street following 67th Ave: 1.5 miles of finished trail.
Effort is being made to connect these segments of the trail.
Centennial Trail–Arlington to Lake Stevens - This 12 foot wide paved trail stretches
from just north of Arlington to Lake Stevens. Equestrian trail parallels paved trail.
Armar Road Trail head is located at 67th Ave NE and 152nd St NE
River Meadows County Park (Approximately 122°3’45.17”W 48°10’0.06”N) is a
large County Park located off of Jordan Road on the South fork of the Stillaguamish
River. Park offers camping, fishing, walking trails, and picnicking. Call 435-3441 for
information
Portage Wildlife Area (122°3’45.17”W 48°10’36.24”N) is owned by Snohomish
County. Over 100 acres for wildlife and humans to share, including walking trails. The
entrance is located just north of the Airport off of Cemetery Road.
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 8
HEALTH AND MEDICAL SERVICES
I. PURPOSE
To provide emergency medical, public health, mental health, definitive hospital care,
recovery and mortuary services during and after a declared emergency, disaster or
catastrophic event.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. In the event of an emergency, disaster or catastrophic event, Providence Hospital –
Everett Colby Campus is the county's Hospital Bed Control.
B. Hospitals will assess their capability and report information to hospital control in
accordance with Hospital Emergency Plans.
C. Snohomish County Medical Examiner has jurisdiction over bodies of all deceased
persons who come to their death suddenly when in apparent good health without
medical attention within the thirty-six (36) hours preceding death.
D. The City of Arlington may be overwhelmed with casualties.
E. Many patients may self refer to Cascade Valley Hospital & Clinics and private local
physician and clinic offices.
F. Emergency medical service agencies may also be called upon to establish and staff
local provisional emergency medical care facilities and may also be called upon to
provide health care services to local evacuation centers until such time as hospitals
are available and accessible.
G. Triage/Aid station locations and capabilities may be developed at the municipal
levels within the zones for medical observation areas. Both primary and alternate
locations shall be identified.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Arlington Fire Department
1. Provide triage, treatment, and transport of sick and injured.
2. Assist in establishing and staffing community triage sites in the occurrence of a
major regional event or if hospital services are unavailable or overwhelmed as
personnel and resources are available.
3. Provide situation reports to the Emergency Operations Center.
4. Assist in systematic search, extrication and rescue operations to affected areas.
5. Establish, facilitate and coordinate prearranged aircraft landing zones for
emergency airlift of critically injured, sick patients.
6. Assist in temporary staffing of evacuation shelters for evaluation and minor
treatment of evacuees if resources and personnel are available.
B. Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics
1. Provide triage and treatment of patients.
2. Assist in establishing and staffing community triage sites in the occurrence of a
major regional event as personnel and resources are available.
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3. Provide situation reports to the Emergency Operations Center.
C. Snohomish Health District
1. Assess community needs following a declared emergency, disaster or
catastrophic event and coordinate all public health issues.
2. Assist the Medical Examiner in coordinating mortuary services.
3. Coordinate and provide environmental health consultation services.
4. Assist with mortuary services by issuing death certificates and burial permits.
5. Manage and provide preventative communicable disease related services.
6. Assist in the coordination of access to non-emergency medical care for the
public.
7. Provide environmental health consultation services concerning food, water,
housing and waste sanitation.
8. Coordinate distribution of sanitary facilities i.e., portable toilets and showers.
D. Snohomish County Medical Reserve Corps
1. May assist with triage and/or hospital and shelter care as requested and
available.
E. American Red Cross
1. May have nurses available in shelter locations to provide basic first aid and non-
emergency health services.
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Appendix 1 to ESF 8 – Mass Casualty
Mass Casualty
The City of Arlington will coordinate mass casualty incident response to minimize loss of
life and human suffering. A mass casualty incident is an event with critical injuries or
deaths exceeding the normal response capability of an emergency medical services
organization. A major earthquake, hazardous materials release, or acts of terrorism are
examples of emergencies where a mass casualty incident might occur.
Operational concepts
A. Direction and control of emergency medical functions at hospitals remain the
responsibility of each facility's management and staff during a mass casualty
incident.
B. The City of Arlington will make a reasonable effort to triage known family members to
the same hospital.
C. The City of Arlington may activate a congregate care facility to deliver non-critical
mass medical care to ease congestion at area hospitals. Hospitals may also
establish additional areas to deliver non-critical mass medical care and triage.
D. During a mass casualty incident, qualified medical providers, non-acute care
hospitals, outpatient clinics and other medical facilities should be prepared to treat
minor injuries and perform triage when necessary.
E. If normal communications are disrupted during a disaster, medical personnel are
encouraged to report to the hospital where they practice for possible reassignment.
F. The City of Arlington Airport will direct FAA mass casualty protocols during a mass
casualty incident caused by aircraft crash.
G. The Washington State Troopers will augment local search and rescue efforts to
support a mass casualty incident.
H. The State Medical Examiner’s Office should be contacted as soon as practicable
when a mass casualty incident has been identified.
I. A Hospital Emergency Alert Response Network (HEARNet) will be established
between emergency medical responders and area hospital. Efforts to include
hospitals outside the local area will be made as necessary and as technological
capabilities allow.
J. Responders at a hazardous materials incident and medical facilities receiving victims
from a hazardous materials site will ensure they fully understand the incident
commander’s situational assessment and take full precautions to protect themselves.
K. During a mass casualty incident caused by a chemical, biological, radiological, or
nuclear event, the City of Arlington may provide security at hospital emergency
rooms to prevent further contamination.
L. Initial victim decontamination must be performed in the field to minimize further
contamination as not all hospitals may have adequate decontamination facilities.
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M. The EOC in coordination with area hospitals will request a Disaster Medical
Assistance Team immediately upon awareness that an incident may overload area
hospitals.
N. The City of Arlington will coordinate a locally based response to support a mass
casualty incident in a neighboring community.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities listed herein are not intended to be departmental checklists. Each
agency will develop internal policies and procedures to perform its assigned duties. At
the discretion of the incident commander not all functions may be performed and nor all
agencies used.
Primary Agencies
City Of Arlington Emergency Management / Emergency Operations
Center
1. Coordinates overall strategic disaster response during a major emergency or
disaster.
2. Secures additional resources through county, state and federal agencies as
needed.
3. Coordinates with and supports requests from field agencies during a major
emergency or disaster.
4. Assumes strategic long-term planning for a mass casualty incident.
5. Coordinates dissemination of critical public information and instructions,
including public health advisories, evacuation instructions, and shelter
information.
6. Notifies area hospitals immediately upon identification of a mass casualty
incident.
7. Coordinates with local hospitals to determine the need to request outside
resources immediately upon awareness that an incident may overload area
hospitals.
8. Ensures activation of communication links between emergency responders
and area hospitals, including HEAR-Net activation.
9. Directs coordination of patient needs, transportation, and hospital capabilities
between field units and area hospitals.
10. Assists the County medical examiner in the establishment of local morgues.
Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics
1. Provides medical care.
2. Provides updates to the EOC regarding hospital capabilities and capacity.
3. Restocks consumable medical supplies to field units upon EOC request as
able.
4. Ensures participation in HEAR-Net communications.
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5. Maintains a record of patients transported to its facility by municipal
Emergency Medical Services.
6. Supply a medical liaison to the EOC.
7. Establishes onsite decontamination capabilities whenever decontamination is
necessary.
Arlington Fire Department
1. Ensures early notification to the EOC when an incident has the potential to
become a mass casualty incident.
2. Provides emergency responders for emergency care and basic life support.
3. Establishes field medical and triage sites.
4. Establishes decontamination facilities and ensures appropriate and effective
victim and responder decontamination prior to transport.
5. Coordinates victim transportation and hospital capabilities with the EOC.
6. Assists agencies in establishing safe decontamination and patient treatment
areas.
7. Maintains a record of patients transported from the incident site to medical
facilities.
8. Dispatches an officer to hospitals to assist transport of incoming patients as
able.
9. Assists hospitals with decontamination activities once field decontamination
and other field objectives have been accomplished.
10. Coordinates with the EOC to provide chaplains to deliver comfort and solace
for emergency workers and disaster victims as able.
Snohomish Health District
1. Coordinates public health workers to assist with health-related services at
mass casualty sites.
2. Coordinates public health information with the EOC.
3. Coordinates assistance for vulnerable populations as able.
4. Assists in the provision of any necessary pest control.
5. Maintains a database of medical assets and ensures its availability to the
EOC.
6. Analyzes public health impact of the incident and provides information to the
EOC.
7. Coordinates recommendations with the Policy Group regarding public health
threats that may necessitate the deployment of the Strategic National
Stockpile, Disaster Medical Assistance Teams, or Recovery Technician
Teams.
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8. Provides a medical officer to order public health or medical interventions and
guidance as needed.
Support Agencies
Snohomish County Medical Reserve Corps
1. Assists the delivery of non-critical medical services at alternate care sites
as directed by the EOC.
Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES)
Provides equipment and resources to enhance emergency communications
capabilities between the EOC, hospitals, and other mass care sites.
American Red Cross
1. Provides basic first aid assistance at non-critical medical mass care sites
as able.
2. Activates its Air Incident Response Team to establish a staff processing
center at or near the site to coordinate staff and volunteer activities for
delivering mental health services to meet the needs of victims, their loved
ones, and Red Cross personnel responding to the incident.
Police Department
1. Establishes required security at the incident site and establishes a
perimeter as necessary.
2. Conducts investigative and law enforcement activities associated with a
manmade mass casualty incident.
3. Provides traffic control at incident site and ensures access for emergency
vehicle ingress and egress.
4. Assists fire department with rescue operations as able.
5. Assists in providing death notifications to next of kin.
6. Provides required security at medical facilities, including temporary
medical facilities and triage centers.
Public Transportation
Assists victim transport as directed by the incident commander or the EOC.
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Additional Resources
All state and federal assistance is coordinated through the County Emergency
Coordination Center.
The state medical examiner can provide support for identification, storage, disposition,
and documentation of the deceased.
The State Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory may provide support for laboratory
analysis including DNA and evidence testing.
The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office may augment local search and rescue efforts
with helicopter support and through their management of Snohomish County Volunteer
Search and Rescue.
The City of Arlington Airport will support municipal emergency services as able.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency may provide assistance including the
deployment of Disaster Medical Assistance Teams, Recovery Technician Teams, and
Crisis Counseling Assistance Teams.
The Strategic National Stockpile may be deployed through the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention.
The National Transportation Safety Board will provide assistance in transportation-
related mass casualty incidents.
The Federal Aviation Administration will assist response to mass casualty incidents.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation may assume victim identification responsibilities in
incidents involving interstate commercial carriers, hostage situations, or acts of
terrorism.
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Appendix 2 to ESF 8 – Mass Fatality
Mass Fatality
A mass fatality incident is any situation where the number of fatalities exceeds the ability
of local resources to manage the bodies. The primary functions of a mass fatality
response are body recovery, morgue operations, and assisting the decedents’ family
members and loved ones. Although the morgue capacity within the City of Arlington is
approximately 100 bodies, an incident with 25 fatalities would likely overwhelm local
capabilities.
A mass fatality incident may be caused by natural or manmade disaster including airline
crash, infectious disease outbreak, structural collapse, avalanche, warfare, and act of
terrorism.
OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
O. As set forth by Washington state law, responsibility for collection, identification,
storage, and dispatch of bodies lies with the Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s
Office (SCMEO). The City of Arlington will contact the SCMEO as soon as
practicable when a mass fatality incident has been identified and will provide
resource support for the SCMEO’s actions as requested and within its capabilities.
P. In an incident where the SCMEO is unable to respond, it may delegate certain duties
to local law enforcement or other personnel.
Q. The Ted Stevens Arlington International Airport will direct FAA mass fatality protocols
during a mass fatality incident caused by aircraft crash.
R. The Federal Bureau of Investigation may assume victim identification responsibilities
in incidents involving interstate commercial carriers, hostage situations, acts of
terrorism or other incidents that include a law enforcement component.
S. The City of Arlington in coordination with SCMEO will submit a request to the state
for disaster mortuary capability immediately upon awareness that an incident may
overload area local mortuary capabilities.
Recovery Activities
T. Recovery activities should occur only after all known survivors of the incident are
reasonably moved to safety.
U. The City of Arlington will ensure that the welfare and mental health needs of staff
working to respond to a mass fatality incident are attended to and will be balanced
with social pressures to quickly complete mortuary procedures and repatriate victims.
V. A mass fatality site occurring from any incident other than a natural disaster should
be treated as a crime scene until the incident commander in consultation with the
SCMEO directs otherwise.
W. The City of Arlington will establish a Joint Information Center (JIC) to ensure
accurate and expedient dissemination of information. All agencies involved in
incident response should coordinate public information activities through the JIC.
X. Bodies will not be moved from the incident site without approval from the SCMEO.
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Y. In most situations, the presence of dead bodies is not considered a significant public
health risk. However, because of the possibility of responder contact with bodily
fluids a mass fatality site will be treated as a biohazard site until the incident
commander directs otherwise. Responders having direct contact with bodies will take
universal precautions to protect themselves from contact with bodily fluids.
Z. Bodies will not be stacked on top of one another in any storage situation, except in
extreme situations when it is necessary to use refrigeration to preserve the bodies
and space is limited or during transportation.
AA. Every attempt should be made to identify the bodies at the site where they are
found regardless of the number of dead. Tags should be attached to the bodies that
provide the name, if known, and the approximate age, sex, and location of the body.
BB. Examination of bodies will not be conducted at the incident site with the
exception of checking pockets of victims’ clothing to look for identification documents
when directed by the incident commander.
CC. If body bags are not available for the removal of remains, a durable
impermeable substitute may be used.
DD. The City of Arlington will establish a resource staging area at or near the
incident site to control the incident response resources.
EE. The City of Arlington will establish a body staging and transport area at or near the
incident site where remains can be held temporarily and securely prior to transfer to
a morgue.
Incident Morgue Operations
FF. If typical mortuary transport is not available, the City of Arlington will arrange for
bodies to be transported in vans, trucks, or other enclosed vehicles. To the extent
possible, the City of Arlington will cover any identifying markings on vehicles used to
transport or hold bodies.
GG. When possible, bodies will be transported to the SCMEO. When the
number of victims exceeds the SCMEO capacity, the City of Arlington may establish
a temporary morgue in facilities with suitable cooling and security capabilities
including ice rinks, aircraft hangars, warehouses, and empty public buildings.
HH. Temporary burials may be justified during a mass fatality incident to help
slow decomposition until conditions allow for the transfer of the remains to their final
destination. Temporary burials may also be authorized during infectious disease
outbreak when public gatherings, such as funerals, should be limited. The use of
documentation and markers of the temporary burial site should be followed in the
same accordance as final burial in officially established cemeteries.
II. To ensure positive identification of victims, the City of Arlington will employ
established identification methods including forensic odontology, fingerprinting, x-
rays, and DNA.
JJ. The City of Arlington may establish a private viewing area within the morgue for
decedents’ family members and loved ones. Mental health services will be
established nearby to provide emotional assistance.
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KK. Under no circumstances will the City of Arlington bury victims in mass
graves or conduct mass cremations.
LL. The City of Arlington will make every effort to respect religious rites or cultural beliefs
of families of the deceased with regard to recovery, identification, and burial. Where
the religious or cultural beliefs of the deceased are unknown, the cultural norms of
the community at large will be honored.
MM. Unidentified remains will be buried so that they can be exhumed when
identification is possible and returned to their relatives for disposition. Prior to burial,
the City of Arlington will ensure that appropriate samples are taken to proceed with
future identification.
NN. The City of Arlington will request the governor authorize expedited
certification of deaths from the disaster when body recovery is impossible because of
the nature of the disaster.
OO. During an extended mass fatality incident, such as an infectious disease outbreak,
the mayor may implement resource controls, including refrigeration fuels, to ensure
continued capability for morgue operations.
PP. While direction and control of emergency medical functions at hospitals remain the
responsibility of each facility's management and staff, hospitals should coordinate
external efforts including morgue operations through the EOC.
QQ. The City of Arlington will coordinate a locally based response to support a mass
fatality incident in another Arlington community.
Family Assistance
RR. With the exception of a mass fatality incident caused by infectious disease outbreak,
a family assistance center will be established to provide regular briefings and
respond to the questions of family members and loved ones of the missing and dead.
If a mass fatality incident is the result of an industry accident, the City of Arlington will
support any appropriate family assistance activities of the affected industry.
SS. Every effort will be made to protect families at family assistance centers from media
and curiosity seekers.
TT. Translation services will be available at family assistance centers established by the
City of Arlington.
UU. The City of Arlington will not authorize the release or confirmation of decedents’
names until the next of kin have been officially notified.
VV. Every effort will be made to ensure that notification of death is done on an individual
basis.
WW. The City of Arlington will support SCMEO’s efforts to establish a database
of presumed victims to be cross-referenced with a separate database of the human
remains undergoing examination.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities listed herein are not intended to be departmental checklists. Each
agency will develop internal policies and procedures to perform its assigned duties. At
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the discretion of the incident commander not all functions may be performed and nor all
agencies used.
Primary Agencies
Arlington Office of Emergency Management / Emergency Operations Center
Coordinates overall strategic disaster response.
Secures additional resources through state and federal agencies as needed.
Coordinates with and supports requests from field agencies during disasters.
Assumes strategic long-term planning for a mass fatality incident.
Disseminates critical emergency information to the public through a joint information
center and deploys field public information officers to mass fatality sites and
family assistance centers.
Designates temporary morgue sites and identifies available transportation resources
in advance of a mass fatality incident.
Arranges for the delivery of refrigerated trucks, body bags, and other resources to
local hospitals.
Facilitates identification of staging areas to support incident response.
Arlington Fire Department
Provides aid to viable patients including rescue, triage, treatment, and transportation.
Provides assistance to support management of human remains.
Conducts onsite decontamination of survivors if necessary.
Arlington Police Department
Provides perimeter control and scene security.
Assists in activities to document, reconstruct, and investigate the incident.
Supports search and recovery activities.
Provides assistance to support management of human remains.
Support Agencies
Area Hospitals
Provides medical care.
Provide support for decontamination as needed at their respective facilities.
Coordinates special resource requests through the Emergency Operations Center.
Hold decedents until the City of Arlington can arrange transportation to a morgue.
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American Red Cross of Arlington
Provides trained personnel or volunteers to assist at family assistance centers and to
aid in helping to identify the dead.
Health and Human Services
Conducts epidemiological surveillance and disease control activities.
Parks and Recreation
Supports mass fatality incidents by use of its facilities when requested by the incident
commander or the EOC.
Additional Resources
All state and federal assistance is coordinated through the State Emergency
Coordination Center.
Hospitals in neighboring jurisdictions may be able to provide medical or facility support.
Dignity Funeral Home can provide aid in body recovery, transportation assistance,
storage facilities and with victims’ families, and disposition of decedents.
The Washington State Troopers will augment local search and rescue efforts with
helicopter support and through their management of Arlington Search and Rescue Dogs,
Arlington Mountain Rescue group, and the Arlington Nordic Ski Patrol.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may be able to provide financial
support to victims or other persons affected by violent crimes.
FEMA may provide assistance including the deployment of Recovery Technician Teams
and Crisis Counseling Assistance Teams.
The Federal Aviation Administration will assist response to aviation mass fatality
incidents.
References
Arlington Emergency Operations Plan, Mass Casualty annex
Arlington Emergency Operations Plan, Public Information and Warning annex
State of Arlington Mass Casualty Response Plan
Arlington State Medical Examiner’s Office Mass Fatality Incident Response Plan
AS 12.65.005 Duty to Notify State Medical Examiner
AS 12.65.020 Medical Death Investigations
National Response Plan, ESF #6, Mass Care, Housing, and Human Services
Aviation Disaster Family Assistance Act of 1996
US Public Health Act
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 11
FOOD AND WATER
I. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Emergency Support Function (ESF) is to provide food and water for
mass feeding or distribution, and to provide for the transportation of the food and water
during and after an emergency, disaster or catastrophic event.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. During a disaster or hazardous material incident, food resources can become
contaminated. In the event of a major emergency, it is essential to execute
emergency plans for allocation of food resources to meet emergency needs.
B. Information regarding food resource needs and preventative measures to be
taken to reduce potential contamination of foodstuffs, crops, livestock, and water
will be distributed.
C. The need for food stocks and other supplies for feeding shall be recognized in
the area of Mass Care Feeding and Bulk Food Distribution.
D. Mass Care feeding provides prepared meals for individuals in shelters,
emergency workers, and those whose ability to safely prepare meals has been
impacted by the emergency.
E. Bulk Food Distribution provides food stocks to victims whose food supplies have
been destroyed or depleted.
F. Emergency information will be made available regarding the safe preservation of
existing food supplies during adverse conditions such as power outages.
Information will also be disseminated regarding times and locations of mass
feedings and bulk distributions.
G. Coordination of food stocks may be made in cooperation with local food banks.
(Appendix 1 to ESF 11)
H. Water is a critical resource and will be needed for drinking, cooking, cleaning,
sanitation and fire fighting.
I. Citizens have been advised to be prepared to be on their own for 7-10 days
following a disaster by stocking enough food and water to care for their family.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center
1. Request mass care feeding and bulk food distribution from the Snohomish
County Department of Emergency Management.
2. Organize local resources (Disaster Task Force/Local Businesses) to provide for
citizens as available.
3. Communicate with Snohomish Health District regarding food preparation areas
for adherence to health standards, assessment of environmental contamination
and public health risks.
4. Provide provisions for emergency workers.
B. City of Arlington Police Department
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1. Provide security at food storage areas and crowd control at distribution sites if
requested and resources and staffing allow.
C. City of Arlington Public Works Department
1. Provide Arlington Emergency Operations Center with current water resource
information.
2. Provide debris removal as appropriate so distribution vehicles can proceed to
designated areas.
D. Arlington Fire Department
1. Provide the Arlington Emergency Management Office with current resource list
of water tenders capable of transporting and dispensing water.
2. Provide water tender strike teams to respond as directed by mutual aid
agreements and the fire mobilization plan.
IV. APPENDICES
1. Food Bank Roster
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Appendix 1 TO ESF 11 - FOOD BANK ROSTER
Arlington:
Arlington Community Food Bank/Helping Hands
127 ½ West Cox Street
360-435-1631
Hours: Tuesday 6-7pm and Friday 1-2pm
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 12
ENERGY
I. PURPOSE
To provide for the effective restoration of electric power and natural gas to the City of
Arlington during and after an emergency, disaster or catastrophic event.
To provide for the allocation, coordination or possible reduction of utility services and
petroleum products should it become necessary.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. Electrical service is provided by Snohomish County Public Utility District #1 (PUD).
B. Natural gas is supplied by Cascade Natural Gas.
C. During an emergency, disaster or catastrophic event they will restore service,
maintain customer service and release information to the public, media and their
employees.
D. When availability of services is limited, the utility will make a public appeal to obtain
voluntary reduction of consumption.
If additional reductions are necessary, the electric utilities will reduce delivery to major
industries and rotate available services to pre-selected locations throughout the County.
E. In serious situations, PUD might target a key geographical region and high volume
customers to reduce the load and facilitate system recovery.
III. RESPOSIBILITIES
A. City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center
1. Provide Snohomish County Emergency Operations Center with energy status
reports.
2. Provide Snohomish County Emergency Operations Center with service
restoration priorities.
B. City of Arlington Public Works Department
1. Maintain fuel levels in city operated tanks at least ¾ full.
2. Maintain fuel levels in vehicles and equipment at least ¾ full.
C. City of Arlington Police Department
1. Provide security for alternative fuel locations.
D. Arlington Fire Department
1. Maintain portable generators to be used at Fire Stations.
E. Energy Providers
1. Make every effort to restore service, and continue normal and emergency
customer services during an emergency, disaster or catastrophic event.
2. In the event of disruption of services, use radio, press and other means of
informing the public of the status of restoration and the public needs to obtain
alternate services.
3. Prior to and during an emergency/disaster, arrange and coordinate clearance of
and egress on roads and rights of way with the City of Arlington Emergency
Operations Center.
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F. Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management
1. Notify City of Arlington Emergency Operations Center when services are
disrupted to the extent that restoration is not possible for an extended period of
time and provide an estimated time of restoration, if possible.
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EMERGENCY SUPPORT FUNCTION-ESF 13
PUBLIC SAFETY and SECURITY
I. PURPOSE
To provide guidelines for maintaining civil order and security under emergency, disaster
or catastrophic event conditions. Provide procedures for evacuation and warning in time
of emergency disaster or catastrophic events.
II. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS
A. Law enforcement agencies shall be called upon to perform a wide range of
functions, including but not limited to:
1. Incident command of law enforcement-oriented emergencies, disasters
and catastrophic events.
2. Maintaining law and order.
3. Traffic control.
4. Provide control and limited access to the disaster area.
5. Property protection.
6. Warning.
7. Evacuation.
8. Search and rescue.
9. Damage assessment reporting.
10. Liaison with other first response agencies.
B. A law enforcement-oriented emergency, disaster or catastrophic event is any large
scale emergency situation where the maintenance of law and order is the primary
focal point, i.e., hostage or terrorist activity, riot and civil disturbance as declared by
the chief officer of the law enforcement agency/department.
C. The Arlington Police Department will retain all authority for activities within the City
of Arlington.
III. RESPONSIBILITIES
A. The Arlington Police Department shall:
1. Provide a representative to the field command post or Emergency Operations
Center with the authority to coordinate all law enforcement functions.
2. Coordinate and control traffic, warn and evacuate the public, control access to
affected areas and protect property.
3. Advise the Mayor on law enforcement matters.
4. Develop and maintain suggested operating procedures (SOP's) to support
emergency responsibilities and functions.
5. Manage law enforcement resources to provide assistance upon request from
municipalities if available.
6. Provide damage assessment and situation reports to the City of Arlington
Emergency Operations Center to the maximum extent possible.
7. Establish an on-scene command post and coordinate with support agencies.
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B. The Arlington Public Works Department shall:
1. Assist with traffic or crowd control, as requested, by providing:
a. Certified flaggers
b. Traffic control signage
c. Barricades
d. Cones
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Appendix 1 TO ESF13 – CONTACT INFORMATION
Company Telephone Number
P.U.D Backline (425) 783-5533
Or (425) 783-4444
Cascade Natural Gas 1 (800) 848-3406
Williams Pipeline 1 (800) 972-7733
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Appendix 2 TO ESF 13 – POLICE SERVICES - ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
Chief of Police
Cheif R. Sullenberger
Patrol Division
Cmdr. T. Quintrall
4 -Seargeants
12 -Officers
2 -Airport Resource Officers
2 -Police Support Officers
Investigations Division
Cmdr. E. Erlandson
1 -Detective Sergeant
2 -Detectives
1 -School Resource Officer
1 -Traffic Officer
Administrative Division
Cmdr. B. DeWitt
1 -Support Services Supervisor
3 -Support Services Technician
1 -PT Evidence Technician (Unfilled)
1 -PT Transcriptionist (Unfilled)
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Support
Annexes
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Emergency Support Function Annex –
Introduction
Each ESF Annex identifies the coordinator and the primary and support agencies
pertinent to the ESF. Several ESF’s incorporate multiple components with primary
agencies designated for each component to ensure seamless integration of and
transition between preparedness, response, and recovery activities.
ESF Coordinator. The ESF coordinator is the entity with management oversight for
that particular ESF. The coordinator has ongoing responsibilities throughout the
preparedness, response, and recovery phases of incident management. The role of
the ESF coordinator is carried out through a “Unified Command” approach as agreed
upon collectively and explained within the City of Arlington CEMP.
ESF Primary Agency(ies). An ESF primary agency is a City of Arlington agency
with significant authorities, roles, resources or capabilities for a particular function
within an ESF. ESF’s may have multiple primary agencies, and the specific
responsibilities for those agencies are articulated within the relevant ESF Annex. A
city agency designated as an ESF primary agency serves as City of Arlington
executive agent under the City of Arlington EOC Coordinator to accomplish the
mission.
ESF Support Agencies. Support agencies are those entities with specific
capabilities or resources that support the primary agency(ies) in executing the
mission of the ESF.
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Support Annex 1 – Evacuation
Introduction
The City of Arlington will facilitate evacuation from any area within the City that is
stricken or threatened by an emergency that jeopardizes human life. A citywide mass
evacuation would likely occur only in the event of a terrorist incident. Factors such as
magnitude, intensity, spread of onset, and duration of the emergency will determine the
type of evacuation required. Area-to-area evacuations might be required because of a
small-scale localized incident such as a hazardous materials accident, major fire,
transportation accident, or flooding.
Evacuations will be coordinated to locations that will provide safety and shelter.
Sheltering in place or remaining at home may be a safe alternative when evacuation is
not possible.
Operational Concepts
A. An evacuation may be initiated by any of the following individuals:
Mayor
Police Chief
Fire Chief
Emergency Operations Center Director
Senior law enforcement, fire services or health officer at the scene of an
emergency.
B. Area-to-area evacuations will be initially managed on-scene by the Fire
Department or Police Department, who will immediately alert the Emergency
Management Coordinator to activate the EOC when the size and scope of the
evacuation exceeds routine capacity.
C. All mass evacuation information will be coordinated through the EOC in
conjunction with the County ECC. Evacuation information will be broadcast
through the Emergency Alert System and My State USA Alert System. Other
forms of evacuation notification may include news media, radio, door-to-door
notification, mobile sirens, public address systems, distribution of evacuation
notices and tagging homes.
D. Once an authorized official has ordered an evacuation, the City will make every
reasonable effort to evacuate all persons from a designated area. Any person
who refuses to evacuate at the order of a city official will be advised by the
emergency official of the associated risk and if time allows will be asked to sign a
liability release document, give the name and location of next of kin as well as to
write their name and social security number in permanent marker on their forearm.
E. Agencies wishing to deliver services to vulnerable populations in evacuated or
otherwise restricted areas should contact the EOC to coordinate access. If
conditions for limited entry are appropriate, the EOC will identify a process to
expedite the travel of approved service providers.
F. During a flood or other emergency requiring immediate evacuation, all residents
needing evacuation transportation assistance will be given equal priority.
Following an earthquake or other incident where immediate danger has passed,
vulnerable populations will be given priority for evacuation transportation
assistance.
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G. Protection of human life is the immediate goal of city responders. During a
disaster the City of Arlington Police, Fire or other agencies are not responsible for
the rescue, evacuation, sheltering or welfare of animals.
H. The City will support the movement of evacuees transporting domestic household
animals during an ordered evacuation. Residents should be prepared to evacuate
their pets in a manner that does not threaten the safety or welfare of other
evacuees.
I. A public information officer will be dispatched to all evacuation assembly areas.
J. During an evacuation, the City will dedicate a majority of streets to egress. Other
available streets will be used for ingress of emergency services.
K. Whenever possible, evacuation traffic will be directed north during an area-wide or
mass evacuation to an assembly area in the Stanwood/northern Snohomish
County vicinity. When time, resources and/or circumstances do not allow for
northern evacuation, a southern assembly area will be coordinated.
L. The City EOC and County ECC will coordinate Public transportation entities that
may be used to transport persons from designated evacuation assembly areas.
M. Each individual or head of household within the City is encouraged to develop a
family disaster plan that includes maintaining the essential supplies to sustain for
five to seven days in the event that evacuation is not possible.
N. Businesses and private educational institutions should establish evacuation plans
and be familiar with the City evacuation directives as part of their emergency
procedures.
O. Child and adult day care facilities are required to establish evacuation plans,
which are to be included in their all-hazards emergency plan.
P. Cascade Hospital and residential care facilities within the City will develop
evacuation plans that include:
Partnerships with similar establishments/size facilities in other parts of
town and plans to evacuate their patients/residents to those locations
during an area-to-area evacuation.
Partnerships with similar establishments outside the City and plans to
evacuate their patients/residents to those locations during an area-wide
or mass evacuation.
Q. During an area-to-area evacuation, Arlington School District will evacuate
students to schools in the less affected area of town.
R. The City will seek to provide shelters with the assistance of Red Cross and local
congregations, for persons unable to remain or return home during or after an
evacuation. All evacuees will be encouraged to register with the American Red
Cross Disaster Welfare Inquiry System.
S. When the conditions that caused the mandatory evacuation cease to exist, the
EOC will coordinate reentry with the City of Arlington Police and Fire
Departments.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities listed herein are not intended to be departmental checklists.
Each agency/department will develop internal policies and procedures to perform
its assigned duties. At the discretion of the incident commander not all functions
may be performed
nor all agencies used.
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Primary Agencies
Arlington Emergency Management/ Emergency Operations Center
1. Coordinates overall strategic disaster response during a major emergency or
disaster.
2. Coordinates with county, state and federal agencies to secure additional
resources as needed.
3. Disseminates emergency evacuation information to the public and deploys
field public information officers to evacuation assembly areas.
4. Coordinates the identification and establishment of evacuation routes, detour
routes, and road closures and ensures coordination of evacuation routes with
neighboring jurisdictions.
5. Assists with coordinating shelter and welfare services for evacuees.
6. Coordinates with emergency medical services, Public Transportation and
Cascade Hospital to provide evacuation and relocation information and
special instructions for vulnerable populations.
7. Provides guidance to evacuees with logistics related to pet and animal
evacuation.
8. Coordinates with WA State DOT to ensure that State routes are cleared.
9. Coordinates reentry with the City of Arlington Police and Fire Departments
when the conditions that caused the mandatory evacuation cease to exist.
Fire Department
1. Orders evacuations whenever necessary to protect lives and property.
2. Directs initial on-scene evacuation and coordinates overall incident response
through the EOC upon its activation,
3. Assists with dissemination of evacuation instructions and information to the
public.
4. Provides damage assessment to the EOC regarding the viability of
evacuation routes.
Police Department
1. Orders evacuations whenever necessary to protect lives and property.
2. Directs initial on-scene evacuation and coordinates overall incident response
through the EOC upon its activation.
3. Assist with dissemination of evacuation instructions and information to the
public.
4. Provided damage assessment to the EOC regarding the viability of
evacuation routes.
5. Provides traffic and crowd control for evacuations.
6. Manages access to and protects property within evacuated areas.
7. Coordinates removal of stalled vehicles and equipment from evacuation
routes.
8. Assists in notifying the EOC regarding the location and welfare of affected
citizens.
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Supporting Agencies
Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES)
1. Provides equipment and resources to enhance emergency
communications capabilities between the EOC, ECC, evacuation centers,
and other critical locations.
Snohomish County Chapter American Red Cross
1. If resources and personnel are available, helps supplement shelter for
evacuees.
2. Establishes a disaster welfare inquiry system to document the location
and welfare of victims and displaced persons.
Arlington School District
1. Coordinates movement of students to safety and reports location to EOC.
2. Contacts parents or guardians of evacuated student to advise of their
location.
3. Augments City evacuation activities when school is not in session or after
ensuring the safety and evacuation of students.
Arlington Public Works
1. Assists with the identification of evacuation routes.
2. Installs traffic control signs and barricades to help traffic flow through the
assigned routes.
3. Assists with damage assessment including roadway and bridge safety
assessments.
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For Operational Assistance Cross Reference the following AEOC
Checklists:
Logistics Section Supplies Unit
o Support Unit
o Facilities Unit
o Ground Support Unit
Planning Section
o Resources Unit
o Advanced Planning Unit
o Situation Status Unit
Operations Section
o Fire Branch
o Law Enforcement Branch
o PW Branch
o Community Services Branch
Mutual Aid, County, State and Federal Assistance is coordinated through the
Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management Emergency
Coordination Center which uses the Emergency Support Functions (ESF) listed
in the National Response Framework (NRF). When contacting the SCDEM-ECC
for assistance regarding Evacuation ask for ESF – 1 Transportation and ESF 6
Mass Care.
A list of potential resources available to help with evacuations is listed in ESF 7
Logistics Management and Resource Support.
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Support Annex 2 - Mass Casualty
Mass Casualty
The City of Arlington will coordinate mass casualty incident response to minimize loss of
life and human suffering. A mass casualty incident is an event with critical injuries or
deaths exceeding the normal response capability of an emergency medical services
organization. A major earthquake, hazardous materials release, or acts of terrorism are
examples of emergencies where a mass casualty incident might occur.
Operational concepts
A. Direction and control of emergency medical functions at hospitals remain the
responsibility of each facility's management and staff during a mass casualty
incident.
B. The City of Arlington will make a reasonable effort to triage known family members to
the same hospital.
C. The City of Arlington may activate a congregate care facility to deliver non-critical
mass medical care to ease congestion at area hospitals. Hospitals may also
establish additional areas to deliver non-critical mass medical care and triage.
D. During a mass casualty incident, qualified medical providers, non-acute care
hospitals, outpatient clinics and other medical facilities should be prepared to treat
minor injuries and perform triage when necessary.
E. If normal communications are disrupted during a disaster, medical personnel are
encouraged to report to the hospital where they practice for possible reassignment.
F. The City of Arlington Airport will direct FAA mass casualty protocols during a mass
casualty incident caused by aircraft crash.
G. The Washington State Troopers will augment local search and rescue efforts to
support a mass casualty incident.
H. The State Medical Examiner’s Office should be contacted as soon as practicable
when a mass casualty incident has been identified.
I. A Hospital Emergency Alert Response Network (HEARNet) will be established
between emergency medical responders and area hospital. Efforts to include
hospitals outside the local area will be made as necessary and as technological
capabilities allow.
J. Responders at a hazardous materials incident and medical facilities receiving victims
from a hazardous materials site will ensure they fully understand the incident
commander’s situational assessment and take full precautions to protect themselves.
K. During a mass casualty incident caused by a chemical, biological, radiological, or
nuclear event, the City of Arlington may provide security at hospital emergency
rooms to prevent further contamination.
L. Initial victim decontamination must be performed in the field to minimize further
contamination as not all hospitals may have adequate decontamination facilities.
M. The EOC in coordination with area hospitals will request a Disaster Medical
Assistance Team immediately upon awareness that an incident may overload area
hospitals.
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N. The City of Arlington will coordinate a locally based response to support a mass
casualty incident in a neighboring community.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities listed herein are not intended to be departmental checklists. Each
agency will develop internal policies and procedures to perform its assigned duties. At
the discretion of the incident commander not all functions may be performed and nor all
agencies used.
Primary Agencies
City Of Arlington Emergency Management / Emergency Operations Center
1. Coordinates overall strategic disaster response during a major emergency or
disaster.
2. Secures additional resources through county, state and federal agencies as
needed.
Coordinates with and supports requests from field agencies during a major
emergency or disaster.
Assumes strategic long-term planning for a mass casualty incident.
Coordinates dissemination of critical public information and instructions, including
public health advisories, evacuation instructions, and shelter information.
Notifies area hospitals immediately upon identification of a mass casualty incident.
Coordinates with local hospitals to determine the need to request outside resources
immediately upon awareness that an incident may overload area hospitals.
Ensures activation of communication links between emergency responders and area
hospitals, including HEAR-Net activation.
Directs coordination of patient needs, transportation, and hospital capabilities
between field units and area hospitals.
Assists the County medical examiner in the establishment of local morgues.
Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics
1. Provides medical care.
Provides updates to the EOC regarding hospital capabilities and capacity.
Restocks consumable medical supplies to field units upon EOC request as able.
Ensures participation in HEAR-Net communications.
Maintains a record of patients transported to its facility by municipal Emergency
Medical Services.
Supply a medical liaison to the EOC.
2. Establishes onsite decontamination capabilities whenever decontamination is
necessary.
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Arlington Fire Department
1. Ensures early notification to the EOC when an incident has the potential to
become a mass casualty incident.
Provides emergency responders for emergency care and basic life support.
Establishes field medical and triage sites.
Establishes decontamination facilities and ensures appropriate and effective victim
and responder decontamination prior to transport.
Coordinates victim transportation and hospital capabilities with the EOC.
Assists agencies in establishing safe decontamination and patient treatment areas.
Maintains a record of patients transported from the incident site to medical facilities.
Dispatches an officer to hospitals to assist transport of incoming patients as able.
Assists hospitals with decontamination activities once field decontamination and
other field objectives have been accomplished.
Coordinates with the EOC to provide chaplains to deliver comfort and solace for
emergency workers and disaster victims as able.
Snohomish Health District
1. Coordinates public health workers to assist with health-related services at mass
casualty sites.
2. Coordinates public health information with the EOC.
Coordinates assistance for vulnerable populations as able.
Assists in the provision of any necessary pest control.
Maintains a database of medical assets and ensures its availability to the EOC.
Analyzes public health impact of the incident and provides information to the EOC.
Coordinates recommendations with the Policy Group regarding public health threats
that may necessitate the deployment of the Strategic National Stockpile, Disaster
Medical Assistance Teams, or Recovery Technician Teams.
Provides a medical officer to order public health or medical interventions and
guidance as needed.
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Support Agencies
Snohomish County Medical Reserve Corps
1. Assists the delivery of non-critical medical services at alternate care sites as
directed by the EOC.
Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES)
1. Provides equipment and resources to enhance emergency communications
capabilities between the EOC, hospitals, and other mass care sites.
American Red Cross
1. Provides basic first aid assistance at non-critical medical mass care sites as able.
Activates its Air Incident Response Team to establish a staff processing center at or
near the site to coordinate staff and volunteer activities for delivering mental
health services to meet the needs of victims, their loved ones, and Red Cross
personnel responding to the incident.
Police Department
1. Establishes required security at the incident site and establishes a perimeter as
necessary.
2. Conducts investigative and law enforcement activities associated with a
manmade mass casualty incident.
3. Provides traffic control at incident site and ensures access for emergency vehicle
ingress and egress.
4. Assists fire department with rescue operations as able.
Assists in providing death notifications to next of kin.
Provides required security at medical facilities, including temporary medical facilities
and triage centers.
Public Transportation
1. Assists victim transport as directed by the incident commander or the EOC.
Additional Resources
All state and federal assistance is coordinated through the County Emergency
Coordination Center.
The state medical examiner can provide support for identification, storage, disposition,
and documentation of the deceased.
The State Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory may provide support for laboratory
analysis including DNA and evidence testing.
The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office may augment local search and rescue efforts
with helicopter support and through their management of Snohomish County Volunteer
Search and Rescue.
The City of Arlington Airport will support municipal emergency services as able.
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency may provide assistance including the
deployment of Disaster Medical Assistance Teams, Recovery Technician Teams, and
Crisis Counseling Assistance Teams.
The Strategic National Stockpile may be deployed through the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention.
The National Transportation Safety Board will provide assistance in transportation-
related mass casualty incidents.
The Federal Aviation Administration will assist response to mass casualty incidents.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation may assume victim identification responsibilities in
incidents involving interstate commercial carriers, hostage situations, or acts of
terrorism.
For Operational Assistance cross reference the following AEOC
Checklists:
Logistics Section
o Support Branch
o Facilities Unit
o Supplies Unit
o Ground Support Unit
o Services Branch
o Communications Unit
o Food Unit
Planning Section
o Resources Unit
o Advanced Planning Unit
o Situation Status Unit
o Documentation Unit
Operations Section
o Staging Area Manager
o Fire Branch
o Medical Strike Team/Task Force
o Law Enforcement Branch
o PW Branch
o Community Services Unit
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Support Annex 3 - Mass Fatality
Mass Fatality
A mass fatality incident is any situation where the number of fatalities exceeds the ability
of local resources to manage the bodies. The primary functions of a mass fatality
response are body recovery, morgue operations, and assisting the decedents’ family
members and loved ones. Although the morgue capacity within the City of Arlington is
approximately 100 bodies, an incident with 25 fatalities would likely overwhelm local
capabilities.
A mass fatality incident may be caused by natural or manmade disaster including airline
crash, infectious disease outbreak, structural collapse, avalanche, warfare, and act of
terrorism.
Operational concepts
A. As set forth by Washington state law, responsibility for collection, identification,
storage, and dispatch of bodies lies with the Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s
Office (SCMEO). The City of Arlington will contact the SCMEO as soon as
practicable when a mass fatality incident has been identified and will provide
resource support for the SCMEO’s actions as requested and within its capabilities.
B. In an incident where the SCMEO is unable to respond, it may delegate certain duties
to local law enforcement or other personnel.
C. The Ted Stevens Arlington International Airport will direct FAA mass fatality protocols
during a mass fatality incident caused by aircraft crash.
D. The Federal Bureau of Investigation may assume victim identification responsibilities
in incidents involving interstate commercial carriers, hostage situations, acts of
terrorism or other incidents that include a law enforcement component.
E. The City of Arlington in coordination with SCMEO will submit a request to the state
for disaster mortuary capability immediately upon awareness that an incident may
overload area local mortuary capabilities.
Recovery Activities
F. Recovery activities should occur only after all known survivors of the incident are
reasonably moved to safety.
G. The City of Arlington will ensure that the welfare and mental health needs of staff
working to respond to a mass fatality incident are attended to and will be balanced
with social pressures to quickly complete mortuary procedures and repatriate victims.
H. A mass fatality site occurring from any incident other than a natural disaster should
be treated as a crime scene until the incident commander in consultation with the
SCMEO directs otherwise.
I. The City of Arlington will establish a Joint Information Center (JIC) to ensure
accurate and expedient dissemination of information. All agencies involved in
incident response should coordinate public information activities through the JIC.
J. Bodies will not be moved from the incident site without approval from the SCMEO.
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K. In most situations, the presence of dead bodies is not considered a significant public
health risk. However, because of the possibility of responder contact with bodily
fluids a mass fatality site will be treated as a biohazard site until the incident
commander directs otherwise. Responders having direct contact with bodies will take
universal precautions to protect themselves from contact with bodily fluids.
L. Bodies will not be stacked on top of one another in any storage situation, except in
extreme situations when it is necessary to use refrigeration to preserve the bodies
and space is limited or during transportation.
M. Every attempt should be made to identify the bodies at the site where they are found
regardless of the number of dead. Tags should be attached to the bodies that
provide the name, if known, and the approximate age, sex, and location of the body.
N. Examination of bodies will not be conducted at the incident site with the exception of
checking pockets of victims’ clothing to look for identification documents when
directed by the incident commander.
O. If body bags are not available for the removal of remains, a durable impermeable
substitute may be used.
P. The City of Arlington will establish a resource staging area at or near the incident site
to control the incident response resources.
Q. The City of Arlington will establish a body staging and transport area at or near the
incident site where remains can be held temporarily and securely prior to transfer to
a morgue.
Incident Morgue Operations
R. If typical mortuary transport is not available, the City of Arlington will arrange f or
bodies to be transported in vans, trucks, or other enclosed vehicles. To the extent
possible, the City of Arlington will cover any identifying markings on vehicles used to
transport or hold bodies.
S. When possible, bodies will be transported to the SCMEO. When the number of
victims exceeds the SCMEO capacity, the City of Arlington may establish a
temporary morgue in facilities with suitable cooling and security capabilities including
ice rinks, aircraft hangars, warehouses, and empty public buildings.
T. Temporary burials may be justified during a mass fatality incident to help slow
decomposition until conditions allow for the transfer of the remains to their final
destination. Temporary burials may also be authorized during infectious disease
outbreak when public gatherings, such as funerals, should be limited. The use of
documentation and markers of the temporary burial site should be followed in the
same accordance as final burial in officially established cemeteries.
U. To ensure positive identification of victims, the City of Arlington will employ
established identification methods including forensic odontology, fingerprinting, x-
rays, and DNA.
V. The City of Arlington may establish a private viewing area within the morgue for
decedents’ family members and loved ones. Mental health services will be
established nearby to provide emotional assistance.
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W. Under no circumstances will the City of Arlington bury victims in mass graves or
conduct mass cremations.
X. The City of Arlington will make every effort to respect religious rites or cultural beliefs
of families of the deceased with regard to recovery, identification, and burial. Where
the religious or cultural beliefs of the deceased are unknown, the cultural norms of
the community at large will be honored.
Y. Unidentified remains will be buried so that they can be exhumed when identification
is possible and returned to their relatives for disposition. Prior to burial, the City of
Arlington will ensure that appropriate samples are taken to proceed with future
identification.
Z. The City of Arlington will request the governor authorize expedited certification of
deaths from the disaster when body recovery is impossible because of the nature of
the disaster.
AA. During an extended mass fatality incident, such as an infectious disease outbreak,
the mayor may implement resource controls, including refrigeration fuels, to ensure
continued capability for morgue operations.
BB. While direction and control of emergency medical functions at hospitals remain the
responsibility of each facility's management and staff, hospitals should coordinate
external efforts including morgue operations through the EOC.
CC. The City of Arlington will coordinate a locally based response to support a mass
fatality incident in another Arlington community.
Family Assistance
DD. With the exception of a mass fatality incident caused by infectious disease outbreak,
a family assistance center will be established to provide regular briefings and
respond to the questions of family members and loved ones of the missing and dead.
If a mass fatality incident is the result of an industry accident, the City of Arlington will
support any appropriate family assistance activities of the affected industry.
EE. Every effort will be made to protect families at family assistance centers from m edia
and curiosity seekers.
FF. Translation services will be available at family assistance centers established by the
City of Arlington.
GG. The City of Arlington will not authorize the release or confirmation of decedents’
names until the next of kin have been officially notified.
HH. Every effort will be made to ensure that notification of death is done on an individual
basis.
II. The City of Arlington will support SCMEO’s efforts to establish a database of
presumed victims to be cross-referenced with a separate database of the human
remains undergoing examination.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities listed herein are not intended to be departmental checklists. Each
agency will develop internal policies and procedures to perform its assigned duties. At
the discretion of the incident commander not all functions may be performed and nor all
agencies used.
Primary Agencies
Arlington Office of Emergency Management / Emergency Operations Center
1. Coordinates overall strategic disaster response.
Secures additional resources through state and federal agencies as needed.
Coordinates with and supports requests from field agencies during disasters.
Assumes strategic long-term planning for a mass fatality incident.
Disseminates critical emergency information to the public throug h a joint information
center and deploys field public information officers to mass fatality sites and
family assistance centers.
Designates temporary morgue sites and identifies available transportation resources
in advance of a mass fatality incident.
Arranges for the delivery of refrigerated trucks, body bags, and other resources to
local hospitals.
Facilitates identification of staging areas to support incident response.
Arlington Fire Department
1. Provides aid to viable patients including rescue, triage, treatment, and
transportation.
Provides assistance to support management of human remains.
Conducts onsite decontamination of survivors if necessary.
Arlington Police Department
1. Provides perimeter control and scene security.
Assists in activities to document, reconstruct, and investigate the incident.
Supports search and recovery activities.
Provides assistance to support management of human remains.
Support Agencies
Area Hospitals
1. Provides medical care.
Provide support for decontamination as needed at their respective facilities.
Coordinates special resource requests through the Emergency Operations Center.
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Hold decedents until the City of Arlington can arrange transportation to a morgue.
American Red Cross of Arlington
1. Provides trained personnel or volunteers to assist at family assistance centers
and to aid in helping to identify the dead.
Health and Human Services
1. Conducts epidemiological surveillance and disease control activities.
Parks and Recreation
1. Supports mass fatality incidents by use of its facilities when requested by the
incident commander or the EOC.
Additional Resources
All state and federal assistance is coordinated through the State Emergency
Coordination Center.
Hospitals in neighboring jurisdictions may be able to provide medical or facility support.
Dignity Funeral Home can provide aid in body recovery, transportation assistance,
storage facilities and with victims’ families, and disposition of decedents.
The Washington State Troopers will augment local search and rescue efforts with
helicopter support and through their management of Arlington Search and Rescue Dogs,
Arlington Mountain Rescue group, and the Arlington Nordic Ski Patrol.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may be able to provide financial
support to victims or other persons affected by violent crimes.
FEMA may provide assistance including the deployment of Recovery Technician Teams
and Crisis Counseling Assistance Teams.
The Federal Aviation Administration will assist response to aviation mass fatality
incidents.
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For Operational Assistance Cross Reference the following AEOC
Checklists:
Logistics Section
o Support Branch
o Facilities Unit
o Ground Support Unit
o Supply Unit
o Services Branch
o Communication Unit
Planning Section
o Resources Unit
o Advanced Planning Unit
o Situation Status Unit
Operations Section
o Fire Branch
o Medical Services Unit
o Law Enforcement Branch
o PW Branch
o Community Services Unit
References
Arlington Emergency Operations Plan, Mass Casualty annex
Arlington Emergency Operations Plan, Public Information and Warning annex
State of Arlington Mass Casualty Response Plan
Arlington State Medical Examiner’s Office Mass Fatality Incident Response Plan
AS 12.65.005 Duty to Notify State Medical Examiner
AS 12.65.020 Medical Death Investigations
National Response Plan, ESF #6, Mass Care, Housing, and Human Services
Aviation Disaster Family Assistance Act of 1996
US Public Health Act
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Support Annex 4 – Volunteer and Donations Management
Volunteer & Donations Management
The City of Arlington will coordinate volunteer resources to augment emergency
response when a citywide disaster overwhelms professional emergency response
resources.
Operational concepts
A. Volunteers acting of their own accord during an emergency should exercise common
sense in responding to minor incidents in their immediate area and be willing to
direct the efforts of other citizens.
B. Volunteer organizations should not respond to an incident or congregate care sites
unless directed by the EOC. Agencies should establish formal agreements with the
City of Arlington to be included in municipally managed emergency response efforts.
C. All volunteers are expected to defer to the direction of the incident commander or to
any emergency response professional that appears on the scene. The incident
commander has the authority to restrict access to a scene.
D. Requests for volunteer resources and services will be coordinated through the
Human Resources Unit at the EOC.
E. General volunteers who have received specific preparedness training such as
Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) may be asked to monitor local
conditions and provide general damage assessment information to the EOC or to
provide local public information in their neighborhoods.
F. Individual or spontaneous volunteers not affiliated with a voluntary agency must
register with the Human Resources Unit of the EOC (or field equivalent) and
depending upon circumstances may not be deployed. Individual or spontaneous
volunteers may be directed to the United Way of Snohomish County or other disaster
volunteer management groups to respond to and provide relief during and after
emergencies.
G. Volunteers are protected by and will abide by the State Good Samaritan Law and the
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 118-04 which implements the provisions of
RCW 38.52 by establishing the procedures and qualifications for registration of
"emergency workers" (volunteers) and explains how the compensation program is
administered. Volunteer Protection Act of 1997.
H. Each voluntary agency will designate one representative and one alternate who will
be contacted by the EOC as their services are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities listed herein are not intended to be departmental checklists. Each
agency will develop internal policies and procedures to perform its assigned duties. At
the discretion of the incident commander not all functions may be performed and nor all
agencies used.
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Primary Agencies
City of Arlington Emergency Management / Emergency Operations Center
1. Coordinates overall strategic disaster response during a major emergency
or disaster.
2. Secures additional resources through state and federal agencies as
needed.
3. Coordinates dissemination of critical public information and instructions
regarding volunteer requirements.
4. Facilitates communication with key agency personnel during a disaster.
5. Establishes formal agreements with voluntary agencies in advance of an
emergency.
United Way
1. Establishes a volunteer center to act as a lead agency for emergency
volunteer coordination during a disaster affecting Snohomish County.
Support Agencies
In addition to the specific functions listed below, voluntary organizations may be
requested by the EOC to enhance emergency response by performing the
following roles:
Assist evacuation of persons and animals
Staff congregate care facilities and animal emergency shelters
Act as neighborhood public information officers
Assist local vulnerable residents
Assist traffic management
Provide initial local assessment
Conduct area sweep for victims
Assist local communication links
Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES)
1. Relays damage assessment information between the disaster site and the
EOC as requested by the EOC.
Provides equipment and resources to enhance emergency communications
capabilities between the EOC, congregate care facilities, incident sites,
command posts, hospitals, and other critical locations.
Provides communication support to volunteer agencies as needed.
Assists with warning and emergency information dissemination as directed by
the incident commander or the EOC.
Supports the EOC public information section with communications capabilities
as needed.
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Snohomish County American Red Cross
1. Acts as the lead agency for sheltering operations and the services
associated therein if available.
2. Operates a disaster welfare inquiry system to document the location and
welfare of victims and displaced persons.
3. Provides food services at congregate care facilities, the incident site, or
other sites as able.
4. Provides basic first aid assistance at non -critical medical mass care sites
or congregate care facilities as able.
5. Assists the EOC with public information dissemination at congregate care
facilities and mobile assistance units.
6. Provides assistance in directing the efforts of individual and spontaneous
volunteers.
7. Assists with referral of disaster victims to appropriate community
resources or local, state, or federal agencies for additional assistance.
8. Activates its Air Incident Response Team to perform the mental health and
volunteer coordination functions at an aviation disaster.
Community Patrols
1. Monitors local conditions and provides a general damage assessment to
the EOC.
Provides traffic control in local areas as needed.
Provides local public information as directed by the EOC.
Helping Hands Food Bank
1. Serves as the primary clearinghouse for all food donations to the City
during a disaster.
May serve as the primary clearinghouse for all material good donations to the
City during a disaster.
2. Maintains an inventory of food supplies and communicates inventory to
the EOC upon request.
3. Works with the EOC to distribute food donations to congregate care
centers and other agencies conducting disaster relief activities.
Salvation Army
1. Coordinates with the American Red Cross to provide food services to
disaster victims at congregate care facilities and evacuation centers and to
emergency responders at the incident site and other locations as able.
Provides assistance in directing the efforts of individual and spontaneous
volunteers.
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Additional Resources
All state and federal assistance is coordinated through Snohomish County Emergency
Coordination Center.
The Arlington Disaster Task Force may provide a liaison to the Arlington EOC during a
disaster to facilitate response of its members which may include donations management
for the City.
WA State chapter of voluntary agencies may be able to provide additional assistance.
For Operational Assistance cross reference the following AEOC
Checklists:
Logistics Section
o Support Unit
o Human Resources Unit
Planning Section
o Resources Unit
o Advanced Planning Unit
Operations Section
o Community Services Branch
City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
ATTACHMENT C
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
May 24, 2010
SUBJECT: 2010 Emergency Management
Strategic Plan
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
FIRE
ATTACHMENTS: Proposed 2010 Emergency Management Strategic Plan
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: None
BUDGET CATEGORY: None
LEGAL REVIEW: DNA
DESCRIPTION:
The proposed 2010 Emergency Management Strategic Plan is a joint planning document
between the City, School District and Cascade Valley Hospital which identifies emergency
management activities for 2010.
HISTORY: The first draft of this plan was presented at the January 30, 2010 Council Retreat.
After discussing the plan Council directed staff was directed to refine the plan by meeting with
the various staffs of each agency and return the plan for final adoption to the Council.
ALTERNATIVES:
Redirect staff to consider further changes to the strategic plan.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
No action at this time. This will be presented at the June 7, 2010 Council meeting for further
discussion and consideration for adoption.
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2010 Strategic Emergency Management Plan
The City of Arlington Emergency Management Strategic Plan is designed to be used as an
operational/directional plan for 2010. The programs and tasks described in the plan are realistic, achievable
goals. Most can be implemented without the need for additional resources (other than staff time.) The goal of
the strategic plan for the partnership is to comply with national homeland security objectives, Safe School
Plans as well as Accrediting Body standards. Many of the deliverables included in this plan focus upon
enhancing the “fundamentals” of emergency management and with issues that are particularly relevant to the
community.
Keeping to the fundamentals of emergency management Arlington Emergency Management has established
the following goals for the coming year for each emergency management partner:
1. Develop a Comprehensive Continuity of Operation Plan (COOP) with each City Department to ensure
continuity of government during and following a local disaster.
City Of Arlington
a. Each department will develop a continuity plan (hopefully computer based)
b. Develop additional disaster policies for approval by Council to support the COOP
c. Develop notebooks for each department based on their COOP
2. Develop a Citywide “Recovery” from Disaster Plan
a. Include a comprehensive Debris Management Plan (will annex the County Plan)
b. Will work off of the COOP plan to develop contingency for each department
c. Establish matrix of specific resources and locations that will support a recovery effort
d. Add as an annex a Mass Fatality Plan
e. Work with Departments to build in a “VISION” (Visualize Impact on Sustainable Improvement
Opportunities Now) for a more expedient community recovery in the future
3. Assist with the establishment of “neighborhoods” to support a City Wide Preparedness and
Awareness campaign.
a. Utilize and expand on established programs such as Neighborhood Watch and Map Your
Neighborhood to create a greater sense of community.
b. Assist with the establishment of Citizens Patrol and/or Fire Corps to assist Fire and Police to
increase public interactions without utilizing “on duty” crews.
4. Fundamentals of Emergency Management training for City Staff.
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a. Enhance EOC training to include ICS “position specific” training
b. Enhance the Windshield Survey Forms and place within City vehicles
c. Enhance the EOC based on the After Action Reports from past exercises and work on logistics
for secondary EOC site
d. Provide FEMA “Public Assistance” workshop for City personnel who will be responsible for
working with FEMA after a declared disaster.
5. Complete the City of Arlington portion of the County Hazard Mitigation Plan
a. Work with City Personnel to identify areas within City Limits that may benefit from mitigation
projects.
b. Update the City Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis
c. Write Mitigation Project job descriptions for the recruitment of Interns to assist with the
project if possible or to do the research and the cost benefit analysis so the projects will be
“grant ready” when State Mitigation Grants open.
6. Community Preparedness and Training
a. Continue with the Arlington Disaster Task Force meetings
b. Continue Community Emergency Response Training with neighboring Fire Districts
c. Continue attending County meetings that will enhance City of Arlington preparedness, such
as County Volunteer Cadre, Safe Kids, County Prevention Association, County Public
Information Officers and County Public Educators meetings
d. Enhance meeting with local businesses via Downtown Business Association, Chamber, and
offering preparedness talks, education and Map Your Neighborhood
e. Work with local partners to put on a Citywide Preparedness and Safety Fair
1. Facilitate Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics participation in Region 1, Healthcare Coalition.
Cascade Valley Hospital and Clinics
a. Assist with ASPR requirements such as planning meetings, development of Region 1
Healthcare and ACF Plan, equipment requisitions, training requisitions and invoices.
b. Facilitate Cascades participation in Region 1 training and exercise program
c. Assist with equipment tracking and inventory of ASPR funded items
d. Facilitate communication between Cascade and other Region 1 hospitals, local health
jurisdictions and Medical Reserve Corps.
2. Represent Cascade at Emergency Management related meetings with the County
a. Represent Cascade at County DEM Pharmacy and Medical Reserve Corps meetings
b. Snohomish Health District meetings
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c. Snohomish County Unified Command meetings
3. Participate on Cascade Valley Hospital Emergency Preparedness Committee
a. Assist with monitoring accrediting body requirements for Cascade Hospital
b. Assist with update of Continuity of Operations Plan
c. Assist with re-writing plans to meet NIMS requirements
d. Assist with obtaining training for Cascade Staff to meet the accrediting body Emergency
Preparedness standards and requirements
e. Track and implement NIMS requirements and complete annual report to the State
4. Further development of the Hospital EOC
a. With deficiencies identified in the Quake Shake 09 Exercise; implement an improvement
matrix to address issues and move equipment to new EOC location
b. Develop staff training to further develop HEOC skills per position and provide HICS
“position specific” notebooks and training
c. Develop section checklists based on Cascades needs following Hospital ICS guidelines
d. Assist with logistical needs of the EOC for ease of “opening” the HEOC in a timely manner
5. Further refine the Hospital Emergency Operations Plan and complete annexes
a. Provide an E-training program to assist with staff knowledge regarding the emergency
plan and annexes
b. Develop an overview for Cascade Valley Hospital Clinics as to how they fit into the overall
emergency operations plan for the Hospital and City during a disaster or Mass Casualty
Incident.
c. Develop a table top exercise based on Alternate Care Facility planning for the Hospital.
6. Develop “Family Reception” area plan to include MOU’s with local volunteers and ministries that
may be able to assist with the staffing and logistics for the location.
7. Facilitate discussions between the Hospital and School District regarding a specific procedure on
release of information when a student is involved in a mass casualty or disaster.
8. Work with Public Affairs to develop a mechanism for incorporating County Medical Reserve
Corps into the volunteer pool at Cascade.
9. Create handbook and radio communications plan to build in redundancy to Cascades Valley
Hospitals “interoperable” Communications.
10. Working with Skilled Care Facilities, Arlington Fire and Police initiate an “Evacuation Strike Team”
plan and training.
11. Support Pandemic Planning and Response as needed.
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1. Develop an emergency plan for High School Stadium incidents.
Arlington School District
a. Include a mass evacuation route plan
b. Triage location and Staging for emergency vehicles
2. Develop an emergency evacuation and staging location for the Performing Arts Center
a. Include an “after hours” disaster plan
b. Include an area for evacuation of attendees during school hours and add to AHS’s
emergency response plan
3. Assist with locating and writing grants to further Safe School plan, training and equipment
acquisition
4. Assist with planning, drills and exercises as requested by individual schools.
5. Provide preparedness talks as requested by Principals and PTA.
a. Provide EMD preparedness materials for distribution
b. Provide updates on Safe School best practices
c. Provide Prevention and Safe Kids materials for distribution
6. Enhance knowledge of “critical staff” of ICS and coordination with Police and Fire.
7. Assist schools with Rapid Responder as requested and provide assistance with MOU’s for offsite
evacuation locations.
Provide emergency and informational updates
2010 Integrated Emergency Management
Search and apply for grants as opportunities arise to further each partners emergency preparedness,
student and public safety missions (Federal grants are very favorable towards integrated emergency
management applicants)
Assure each entity is meeting NIMS compliance measures and reporting timelines.
Provide ‘Best Practice” suggestions for coordinated emergency management
Provide support, coordination and advocacy for Public Assistance during a declared disaster event
Provide desktop emergency response guides tailored to each partner
Provide crisis communication and public information assistance as requested by the partner
These are lofty goals and can be accomplished barring any “disasters” that could take time away from
completing them.
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Respectfully submitted by Christine Badger, CEM
Arlington Community Emergency Management Coordinator
cbadger@arlingtonwa.gov
City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
ATTACHMENT D
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
May 24, 2010
SUBJECT:
Update of Arlington Municipal Code – Title 15
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
Executive
Contact: Kristin Banfield, 360-403-3444
ATTACHMENTS:
Strikeout version of Title 15 – Fire Regulations
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: -0-
BUDGET CATEGORY: N/A
LEGAL REVIEW: Legal review is ongoing
DESCRIPTION:
Proposed changes within Title 15 of the Arlington Municipal Code are attached for the
Council’s review. AMC Title 15 discusses a variety of fire regulations, including the use of
fireworks and blocking access to fire hydrants.
HISTORY:
The City Council is reviewing the Arlington Municipal Code to update it for eventual
publication to the City’s website.
ALTERNATIVES:
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
No action at this time.
Title 15 FIRE REGULATIONS
Chapters:
15.10 International Fire Code REVISED
15.12 Fire Alarms REVISED
15.16 Fireworks REVISED
15.20 Fire Hydrants MOSTLY REPEALED, 2 SECTIONS REVISED
15.24 Fire Extinguishing Systems REPEALED
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Chapter 15.10 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE*
Sections:
15.10.010 Title.
15.10.020 Document adopted by reference.
15.10.030 Administration and enforcement--Rules and regulations.
15.10.040 Administration and enforcement--Fire chief authority.
15.10.050 Notices Administration and enforcement – Inspections.
15.10.060 Liability limitations.
15.10.070 Amendments.
* Editor's Note: The title of Ch. 15.10 was amended by Ord. 1341 § 1.
15.10.010 Title.
This chapter shall be known as the International Fire Code of the city of Arlington.
15.10.020 Document adopted by reference.
The 2006 2009 edition of the International Fire Code, including the following chapters of
its appendix: B, C, D, E, F, H, I and GJ, as published by the International Code Council as set
forth in Washington Administrative Code Chapter 51-54 and adopted by the Washington State
Building Code Council under the provisions of RCW 19.27, is adopted by reference as the city's
fire code.
15.10.030 Administration and enforcement--Rules and regulations.
The city council may, upon notice and hearing, promulgate, adopt, and issue those rules
and regulations necessary for the effective and efficient administration of this code.
15.10.040 Administration and enforcement--Fire chief authority.
The fire chief of the city shall be deemed to be the "fire chief" or the "fire code official"
as defined in Section 202 of the International Fire Code. The International Fire Code shall be
administered and enforced by the fire chief of the city.
15.10.050 Notices.
It is unlawful for any person to remove, mutilate, destroy or conceal any lawful notice issued or
posted by the fire chief pursuant to the provisions of this code.
15.10.050 Administration and enforcement – Inspections
The fire chief shall have the authority to assess fees for faiure to make corrections of fire
or life/safety notifications as conducted by the Fire Chief or his/her designee through the City of
Arlington Fire Department’s inspection program. There shall be no fine assessed for the initial
inspection or the first reinspection. If, after the first reinspection, fire or life/safety violations
have not been corrected, the Fire Chief may assess a fine as set forth in the City’s fee resolution.
15.10.060 Liability limitations.
Nothing contained in this chapter or in the International Fire Code is intended to be, nor
shall be, construed to create or form the basis for any liability on the part of the city or its
officers, employees or agents, for any injury or damage resulting from the failure of a building to
conform to the provisions of the International Fire Code.
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15.10.070 Amendments.
The following sections of the International Fire Code shall be amended to read as
follows:
Section 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of the City of Arlington,
hereinafter referred to as "this code."
Section 103.1 General. The Department of Fire Prevention, also known as the Arlington Fire
Department, is established within the jurisdiction under the direction of the fire code official. The
function of the department shall be the implementation, administration and enforcement of the
provisions of this code.
Section 104.11 Authority at Fires and Other Emergencies. The term "Fire Chief" for the purposes
of this section shall mean the City of Arlington Fire Chief.
Section 105.1.1 Permits Required. Operational Permits as described in Section 105.1.2(1) as
required by this code shall be applied for and obtained through the City of Arlington obtained
from the Fire Code Official. Permit fees, if any, shall be paid prior to issuance of the permit.
Construction Permits as described in Section 105.1.2(2) as required by this code shall be
obtained from the Building Official. Permit fees, if any, shall be paid prior to issuance of the
permit. Issued permits shall be kept on the premises designated therein at all times and shall be
readily available for inspection by the Fire Code Official and the Building Official.
Section 105.4.1 Submittals. Submittals shall be made to the City of Arlington Building
DepartmentPermit Center. Construction documents shall be submitted in one or more sets and in
such a form and detail as required by the Building Official.
Specifically,
1. Fire Alarms systems shall be submitted with six sets of drawings with detailed electrical and
equipment layouts. Six sets of the equipment specifications.
2. Smoke Alarms systems shall be submitted with six sets of drawings with detailed electrical
and equipment layout. Six sets of equipment specifications.
3. Sprinkler Systems shall be submitted with six sets of detailed drawings. Six sets of Hydraulic
drawings and six sets of equipment specifications. The drawings shall be stamped with a
Washington State Certificate of Competency.
The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required
by the statutes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed.
Fire alarm and Smoke Alarm equipment shall be installed and maintained by individuals who are
in compliance with the Revised Code of Washington 19.28 and the Washington Administrative
Code 296-401-060 as approved by the electrical authority having jurisdiction. All companies
installing fire alarm and smoke alarm systems shall have a valid Washington State electrical
Contractor License.
Section 105.6 Required Operational Permits. The Fire Code Official may authorize the issuance
of operational permits for the operation set forth in Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.47 as the Fire
Chief determines necessary.
Section 105.7 Required Construction Permits. The Building Official is authorized to issue
construction permits for work as set forth in Section 105.7.1 through 105.7.12.
Section 108 Board of Appeals. Section 108 is hereby deletedIf an appeal is filed, the appeal shall
be processed through the City’s hearing examiner process.
Section 501.4 Timing of Installation. When fire apparatus access roads or a water supply for fire
protection is required to be installed, such protection shall be installed and made serviceable
prior to issuance of any building permit for the project, except grading permits, and during the
time of construction, except when approved alternative methods of protection are provided.
Temporary street signs shall be installed at each street intersection when construction of new
roadways allows passage by vehicles in accordance with Section 505.2.
Section 503. FIRE APPARATUS ROADS. Is hereby adopted as the City's requirements for Fire
Apparatus Access Roads.
Section 503.1.4 Obstruction prohibited. [Add New Section] Parking of motor vehicles or
otherwise obstructing marked fire lanes is prohibited and said vehicle is subject to be towed at
the owner’s expense.
Section 503.2.8 Distance from Structures. [Add New Section] Fire apparatus access roadways
shall be a minimum of 5 feet away from the exterior wall of structures, or as otherwise required
due to construction type.
Section 503.3 Signs. When required by the Fire Code Official, identified fire access roads shall
be identified with permanent approved signage that indicates FIRE LANE-NO PARKING-TOW
AWAY ZONE. Signs shall be permanently mounted in locations as directed by the Fire Code
Official. The use of ground level markings on pavement, curbing or other shall only be allowed
in applications as approved by the Fire Code Official.
Section 503.7 Enforcement. [Add New Section] Enforcement of Section 503.1.4 of the
International Fire Code shall be the responsibility of the City Police Department which shall
have the authority to impound or otherwise cause such obstruction to be removed, and said
remedies shall be in addition to the criminal penalties provide in the Arlington Municipal Code.
Section 508.5.1 Where Required. Where a portion of the facility or building hereafter
constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction is more than 300 feet from a hydrant on a
fire apparatus access road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility
or building, on-site fire hydrants and mains shall be provided where required by the Fire Code
Official.
EXCEPTION;
1. For Group R-3 and U occupancies, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet.
2. For buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet.
Section 903.3.7912.2 Fire Department Connections. The location of fire department connections
shall be approved by the fire code official. A fire department connection shall be located within
50 feet of a fire hydrant.
D103.6 Signs. Where required by the fire code official, fire apparatus access roads shall be
marked with permanent NO PARKING - FIRE LANE - TOW AWAY ZONE, signs complying
with Figure D 103.6, with the additional words "Tow Away Zone". [Remainder of section
unchanged].
Section D 103 shall be amended by adding a new Section D103.7 Curbs and Striping as follows:
where required by the fire code official, curbs along fire apparatus access roads shall be painted
red, with the words "No Parking - Fire Lane - Tow Away Zone" stenciled in 4-inch tall letters in
white. Such curb painting shall be provided at the beginning and end of the fire lane as
determined by the fire code official. Where no curb is provided, the traffic surface may be
painted with high visibility red diagonal striping of not less than 4-inches in width with an
unpainted clear space 12-inches between the painted stripes. High visibility white painted words
indicating "No Parking - Fire Lane - Tow Away Zone" shall be painted within the striped area as
determined by the fire code official.
Chapter 15.12 FIRE ALARMS
Sections:
15.12.010 Obstruction of fire extinguishment.
15.12.020 Obstructing Obstruction firemenof the fire department.
15.12.030 False fire alarms.
15.12.040 Maliciously setting fire or permitting the spread.
15.12.010 Obstruction of fire extinguishment.
Every Any person who, with intent to prevent or, obstruct, or delay the extinguishment of
any fire, cuts or removes any bell rope, wire or other apparatus for communicating an alarm of
fire, or cuts, injures or destroys any engine, hose, or other fire apparatus, or otherwise prevents or
obstructs the extinguishment of any fire, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
15.12.020 Obstructing firemenObstruction of the fire department.
Every person who, at the burning of any building or any life rescue scene is guilty of any
disobedience to the lawful orders of a public officer or fireman fire official or of resistance to or
interference with the lawful efforts of any firemanfirefighters, or company of firemen firefighters
to extinguish the fire and save said life, or of disorderly conduct likely to interfere therewith, or
who forbids, prevents or dissuades others from assisting therewith, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
15.12.030 False fire alarms.
Every Any person who knowingly causes or makes any false fire alarm, is guilty of a
misdemeanor; provided, that this section shall not apply to the chief of the fire department when
he deems it expedient to give such false alarm for the training of fire department personnel.
15.12.040 Maliciously setting fire or permitting the spread.
If any person maliciously or wantonly sets on fire any grounds or building, or wilfully or
negligently permits or suffers the fire to pass from his own grounds or premises to the injury of
another, such person is guilty of a misdemeanor.
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Chapter 15.16 FIREWORKS*
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*For statutory provisions relating to the sale and discharge of fireworks, see RCW 70.77.
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Sections:
15.16.010 Intent.
15.16.020 Title.
15.16.030 Definitions.
15.16.040 License required.
15.16.050 License application.
15.16.060 Lawful sale dates.
15.16.070 Firework discharge dates.
15.16.080 Public firework displays.
15.16.090 Specialized operations.
15.16.100 Operation of firework stands.
15.16.110 Temporary firework stands.
15.16.120 Fireworks seizure proceedings.
15.16.130 General duty.
15.16.140 Savings.
15.16.150 Violation penalties.
15.16.010 Intent.
It is the intent of this chapter to amend the city's fireworks regulations to bring them into
compliance with the recently adopted state fireworks regulations. This chapter amends the city's
fireworks regulations to comply with Second Substitute Senate Bill 6080, Chapter 370, Laws of
2002Chapter 70.77 RCW, as amended by Chapter 370, Laws of 2002. This provides a procedure
for the granting of licenses, and the possession, sale and discharge of approved fireworks,
classified as such by the State Fire MarwillMarshal, and not to permit the possession, sale, or use
of any other fireworks classified as dangerous fireworks by the State Fireworks Law, or
otherwise prohibited by the ordinance of the city.
15.16.020 Title.
This chapter will be known and cited as the "Fireworks Ordinance of the City of
Arlington."
15.16.030 Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following words will have the following meanings:
(a) "Agricultural and wildlife fireworks" includes fire-works devices distributed to farmers,
ranchers and growers through a wildlife management program administered by the United States
Department of the Interior or an equivalent state or local governmental agency.
(b) "Articles pyrotechnic" means pyrotechnic devices for professional use similar to consumer
fireworks in chemical composition and construction but not intended for consumer use which
meet the weight and limits for consumer fireworks but which are not labeled as such and which
are classified as UNO431 or UNO432 by the United States Department of Transportation at 49
C.F.R. Sec. 172.101 as of the effective date of this ordinance.
(c) "Consumer fireworks" means any small firework device designed to produce visible effects
by combustion and which must comply with the construction, chemical composition, and
labeling regulations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, as set forth in
16 C.F.R. Parts 1500 and 1507 and including some small devices designed to produce audible
effects, such as whistling devices, ground devices containing fifty mg or less of explosive
materials, and aerial devices containing one hundred thirty mg or less of explosive materials and
classified as fireworks UNO336 by the United States Department of Transportation at 49 C.F.R.
Sec. 172.101 as of the effective date of this ordinance, and not including fused set-pieces
containing components that together exceed fifty mg of salute powder.
(d) "Display fireworks" means large fireworks designed primarily to produce visible or audible
effects by combustion, deflagration, or detonation and includes, but is not limited to, salutes
containing more than two grains (one hundred thirty mg) of explosive materials, aerial shells
containing more than forty grams of pyrotechnic compositions, and other display pieces that
exceed the limits of explosive materials for classification as "consumer fireworks" and are
classified as fireworks UNO333, UNO334, or UNO335 by the United States Department of
Transportation at 49 C.F.R. Sec. 172.101 as of the effective date of this ordinance, and including
fused set-pieces containing components that exceed fifty mg of salute powder.
(e) "External packaging" means any materials that are not an integral part of the operative unit
of the fireworks.
(f) "Fireworks" means any composition or device, designed to produce a visible or audible
effect by combustion, deflagration, or detonation, and which meet the definition of articles
pyrotechnic or consumer fireworks or display fireworks.
(g) "Permit" means the official authorization granted by the city for the purpose of establishing
and maintaining a place within the jurisdiction of the city where fireworks are manufactured,
constructed, produced, packaged, stored, sold, or exchanged, and the official authorization
granted by the city for a public display of fireworks.
(h) "Public display of fireworks" means an entertainment feature where the public is or could be
admitted or allowed to view the display or discharge of display fireworks.
(i) "Pyrotechnic operator" includes any individual who by experience and training has
demonstrated the required skill and ability for safely setting up and discharging display
fireworks.
(j) "Retailer" includes any person who, at a fixed location or place of business, offers for sale,
sells, or exchanges for consideration consumer fireworks to a consumer or user.
(k) "Special effects" means any combination of chemical elements or electrical compounds
capable of burning independently of the oxygen of the atmosphere, and designed and intended to
produce an audible, visual, mechanical, or thermal effect as a necessary part of a motion picture,
radio or television production, theatrical, or opera.
(l) "Wholesaler" includes any person who sells fireworks to a retailer or any other person for
resale and any person who sells display fireworks to public display licensees.
15.16.040 License required.
It is unlawful for any person, firm, co-partnership or corporation to engage in the retail
sale of fireworks within the city without first having obtained a license from the city clerk.
Applicants for renewal of license will be given preference over applicants for license by
persons not previously licensed, provided that if the holder of the license fails to make
application for renewal by the second Monday in April, said preference will be forfeited.
No one organization may receive more than one license for fireworks sales during any
one calendar year. The maximum number of licenses that may be issued pursuant to this chapter
during any one calendar year will not exceed one license for each two thousand residents of the
city or fraction thereof, according to the last official census.
15.16.050 License application.
No license or permit is required for the possession or use of consumer fireworks lawfully
purchased at retail.
The fireworks license will be issued only to such applicants who meet the following
qualifications:
(a) Nonprofit charitable, religious, or eleemosynary corporations, organized and existing
primarily for veterans, patriotic, religious, charitable or civic betterment purposes; and
(b) Said corporation or association has its principal and permanent meeting place in the city,
and has been organized and established in the city, for a period of at least one year prior to the
date application is made for a fireworks license.
Application for a license:
(a) Will be made in writing accompanied by a license fee of fifty dollars, except that nonprofit
organizations will not be required to pay a license fee;as set forth in the City’s fee resolution;
(b) Will be made ninety days prior to the discharge date. Applicants for any such license will be
notified by the city clerk of the granting or rejection of their application for license and if any
applicants are not granted a license, the fee will be refunded.
(c) Will set forth the proposed location of the fireworks stand applied for; and
(d) Will be accompanied by an assurance that if the license is issued to applicant, applicant will,
at the time of receipt of such license, deliver to the city clerk a liability insurance policy with
coverage of not less than fifty thousand dollars and five hundred thousand dollars for bodily
injury liability for each person and occurrence respectively, and not less than fifty thousand
dollars for property damage liability for each occurrence, unless such insurance is not readily
available from at least three approved insurance companies. If insurance in this amount is not
offered, each fireworks permit will be covered by a liability insurance policy in the maximum
amount offered by at least three different approved insurance companies. A rider will be attached
to the policy designating the city as an additional insured there under.
15.16.060 Lawful sale dates.
It is unlawful for any person, firm, co-partnership, or corporation to offer for retail sale,
expose for retail sale, sell at retail any fireworks within the city, except from 9:00 a.m. on June
28th to 9:00 p.m. on July 4th, and from 9:00 a.m. on December 27 to 9:00 p.m. on December 31.
15.16.070 Firework discharge dates.
Consumer fireworks may only be discharged on July 4th from 9:00 a.m. to midnight and
on December 31, from 7:00 p.m. until midnight. No other discharge of fireworks will be allowed
except as provided in this ordinance.
15.16.080 Public firework displays.
The assembling, compounding, use, and display of articles pyrotechnic will be under the
control of a pyrotechnic operator licensed by the state of Washington and who possesses a valid
permit from the city.
No person may discharge fireworks at any place except as authorized by state license and
local permit for a public display of fireworks; provided, that consumer fireworks, firecrackers,
salutes and chasers may be purchased and used by religious organizations or private
organizations or persons if purchased from a licensed manufacturer, importer, or wholesaler for
use on prescribed dates and locations, for religious or specific purposes, upon obtaining a permit
from the city fire chief.
The fire chief may require a safety plan be submitted and approved prior to the display.
Additionally, if deemed necessary, the fire chief may require a fire department standby crew with
costs for such paid by the event organizers prior to the display.
15.16.090 Specialized operations.
The assembling, compounding, use, and display of articles pyrotechnic or special effects
in the production of motion pictures, radio or television productions, or live entertainment will be
under the control of a pyrotechnic operator licensed by the State of Washington and who
possesses a valid permit from the city. The fire chief may require a safety plan be submitted and
approved prior to the display. Additionally, if deemed necessary, the fire chief may require a fire
department standby crew with costs for such posted by the event organizers prior to the display.
15.16.100 Operation of firework stands.
No person other than the licensee organization will operate the stand for which the
license is issued, or share, or otherwise participate in the benefits of the operation of such stand.
15.16.110 Temporary firework stands.
All retail sales of consumer fireworks will be permitted only from within a temporary
fireworks stand, and the sale from any other building or structure is prohibited. Temporary stands
will be subject to the following provisions:
(a) No fireworks stand will be located within twenty-five (25) feet of any other building, nor
within fifty feet of any gasoline station or distribution station;
(b) Fireworks stands need not comply with the provisions of the building code of the city;
provided, however, that all stands will be erected under the supervision of the fire chief of the
city, who will require that those stands be constructed in a manner and place that will ensure the
safety of attendants and patrons. Safety approved fire extinguishers will be maintained at stands
at all times;
(c) Each stand must have at least two exits;
(d) No fireworks stand will be located closer than six hundred (600) feet to another fireworks
stand;
(e) All weeds and combustible material will be cleared from the location of the stand, including
a distance of at least twenty feet (25) surrounding the stand;
(f) "No Smoking" signs will be prominently displayed on the fireworks stand;
(g) Each stand will be operated by adults only. No fire-works will be left unattended in a stand;
(h) All unsold stock, accompanying litter, and the fireworks stand will be removed from the
location and the city by twelve noon on the sixth day of July and the 2nd second day of January
of each year.
15.16.120 Fireworks seizure proceedings.
If the fire-works are not returned to the petitioner or destroyed, the city fire chief or State
Fire Marshal may sell confiscated consumer fireworks to wholesalers licensed by the State Fire
Marshal. Sale will be by public auction after publishing a notice of the date, place and time of the
auction in a newspaper of general circulation in Snohomish County at least three days before the
date of the auction. Proceeds of the sale of seized fireworks will be deposited in a the City’s
general fund. Fireworks that are not legal for use and possession will be destroyed by the city fire
chief or State Fire Marshal.
15.16.130 General duty.
It is expressly the purpose of this ordinance to provide for and promote the health, safety,
and welfare of the general public and not to create or otherwise establish or designate any
particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by
the terms of this ordinance. It is the specific intent of this ordinance that no provision norno
provision or any term used in this ordinance is intended to impose any duty whatsoever upon the
city or any of its officers or employees. Nothing contained in this ordinance is intended nor will
be construed to create or form the basis of any liability on the part of the city, or its officers,
employees or agents, for any injury or damage resulting from any action or inaction on the part
of the city related in any manner to the enforcement of this ordinance by its officers, employees
or agents.
15.16.140 Savings.
The enactment of this ordinance will not affect any case, proceeding, appeal or other
matter currently pending in any court or before the city or in any way modify any obligation,
right or liability, civil or criminal, which may exist by virtue of any of the ordinances herein
amended.
15.16.150 Violation penalties.
Violation of any section of this chapter constitutes a gross misdemeanor.
Chapter 15.20 FIRE HYDRANTS
Sections:
15.20.010 Definitions.
15.20.020 Installation on private property.
15.20.030 Service.
15.20.040 Installation of private hydrants.
15.20.050 Flush-type hydrants.
15.20.060 Gate-valve.
15.20.070 Leads.
15.20.080 Size of new mains-Location of new hydrants in respect to buildings.
15.20.090 Installation at intersections.
15.20.100 Distance and location of hydrant installation.
15.20.110 Fire flow.
15.20.120 Outlets.
15.20.130 Installation to meet practices.
15.20.140 Protection of hydrants.
15.20.150 Nonconformity.
15.20.160 Obstruction of visibility.
15.20.170 Permit required for private uses.
15.20.180 Penalty.
15.20.010 Definitions.
Whenever the following words or terms are used in this chapter, they shall have the meaning as
herein defined:
(1) "Approving authority" means the fire chief or his or her designee, if any.
(2) "Commercial and industrial properties" include, but are not necessarily limited to, such risks
as: retail and wholesale stores, warehouses, service stations, manufacturing facilities, garages,
theaters, hotels, motels, restaurants, bars, taverns, banks, showrooms, barber and beauty shops,
and lumber mills.
(3) "Fire area" means the total floor area in square feet of all floor levels within the exterior
walls, and under the horizontal projections of the roof of a building.
(4) "Fire chief" means the city of Arlington fire chief or his or her designee, if any.
(5) "Fire department" means the fire department of the city of Arlington and/or any recognized
fire department normally responding in the area, including private fire brigades organized,
trained and equipped to protect specified property.
(6) "Fire flow" means the flow of a water supply, measured at twenty psi residual pressure, that
is available for firefighting.
(7) "Flush-type hydrant" means a hydrant installed below grade.
(8) "Institutional properties" include, but are not necessarily limited to, such properties as:
places of worship, schools, public and private hospitals, nursing homes, lodges and fraternal
orders, unless the structure contains a function of a commercial or industrial nature.
(9) "Multi-family dwelling" and "high-density dwelling" shall be identical in meaning, and shall
mean a residence constructed and equipped for occupancy by more than two families.
(10) "Private hydrant" means a fire hydrant so situated and maintained to provide water for
firefighting purposes, with restrictions for its use limited to certain defined property or properties
and for emergency use of the fire department.
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(11) "Public hydrant" means a fire hydrant that is situated within a public or private easement or
right-of-way and shall be maintained by the city public works department to provide water for
firefighting purposes without restriction as to use, the location being such that it is accessible for
immediate use of the fire department.
(12) "Public works department" means the public works department of the city of Arlington.
(13) "Residential properties" means those properties intended for a purpose of human
habitation.
(14) "Single-family dwelling" means and also includes the structure known as "duplex," a two-
family dwelling.
15.20.020 Installation on private property.
The installation of fire hydrants on private property in accordance with this chapter shall be
required of the owner and/or developer of any future business, commercial, institutional or
industrial facility, or dwelling development.
15.20.030 Service.
All water for fire hydrants installed as required by the chapter shall be furnished by the city
unless conditions warrant a waiver of this provision.
15.20.040 Installation of private hydrants.
The installation of private hydrants as defined herein shall be limited to those cases when the
number of public hydrants installed under the distance provisions of this chapter shall be
insufficient in number to provide adequate fire protection. Private hydrants shall meet city
requirements for public hydrants, and shall be located as designated by the approving authority.
The city shall have the right to go upon the premises and to use the private hydrant for
emergency uses. The city shall have no responsibility to maintain or repair a private hydrant
except upon written agreement between the owner and city.
15.20.050 Flush-type hydrants.
The installation of flush-type hydrants is prohibited.
15.20.060 Gate-valve.
There shall be a gate-valve installed between the service main and the hydrant, installed in such
manner as the city specifies to permit repair and replacement of the hydrant without disruption of
water service. The type and style shall be determined by the city's water department. The
location of all such valves installed shall be properly and accurately marked on identifiable plans
or drawings, two copies of which shall be furnished the approving authority. All such valves
shall be furnished with a standard valve box.
15.20.070 Leads.
The leads from the service main to the hydrant shall not be less than six inches in diameter,
except that any lead over fifty feet shall not be less than eight inches in diameter. The provisions
of this section shall apply without exceptions and regardless of the size of the service main.
15.20.080 Size of new mains-Location of new hydrants in respect to buildings.
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All new water mains shall be sized in accordance with the public works department
specifications. No new fire hydrants shall be located closer than fifty feet from any structure. In
no case shall the main be less than eight inches.
15.20.090 Installation at intersections.
Fire hydrants shall be installed at all street intersections in all areas, except in single-family
residential areas, so that the distance between hydrants shall not exceed three hundred thirty feet.
If the distance between intersections is over four hundred feet, one hydrant shall be placed
halfway between the intersections.
15.20.100 Distance and location of hydrant installation.
(a) In single-family residential areas, public hydrants shall be spaced so that the maximum
distance between them shall not exceed six hundred feet. If cul-de-sacs or dead-end streets, roads
or driveways, or combinations thereof, are over three hundred feet long, additional public
hydrants shall be installed so that any portion of the street is not over six hundred feet from the
public hydrant.
(b) In commercial, multi-family, business, manufacturing and industrial zones, public hydrants
shall be installed so that the distance between them shall not exceed three hundred feet. If cul-de-
sacs or dead-end streets, roads or driveways, or combinations thereof, are over one hundred feet
long, additional public hydrants shall be installed so that any portion of the street is not over
three hundred feet from a public hydrant. The installation of fire hydrants near schools, churches,
hospitals, assembly buildings, and other public facilities, shall comply with installation
requirements described in this subsection.
(c) Except single-family dwellings, all buildings constructed hereafter that are located so that
any portion is more than one hundred fifty feet from a street, as measured along the right-of-way
line of vehicular access routes, shall have private fire hydrants located around the building or
complex of buildings. The number of fire hydrants shall be determined on an average spacing of
three hundred feet computed on an imaginary line parallel to and not less than fifty feet from any
structure. All hydrants are to be accessible to fire department pumpers over paved roads, capable
of supporting such fire apparatus. The approving authority shall determine the location of the
hydrants based upon a determination of utility, topography and building location. Minor
deviations of the hydrant distance from the building may be granted by the approving authority.
(d) The approving authority may allow buildings leaving required fire flows of less than two
thousand five hundred gpm to have fire hydrants on one side of the building only, provided there
shall never be less than two fire hydrants for any building larger than five thousand square feet in
first floor area including covered parking and storage. When the required fire flow is over two
thousand five hundred gpm the fire hydrant shall be served by a main which loops around the
building or complex of buildings and reconnects into a distribution supply main, and the hydrant
shall be located as designated by the approving authority.
15.20.110 Fire flow.
The minimum fire flow requirement for one-family and two-family dwellings that have a fire
area which does not exceed three thousand six hundred square feet shall be one thousand gallons
per minute at a twenty psi residual, and have a flow duration of one hour. The fire flow and
duration for one-family and two-family dwellings that exceed three thousand six hundred square
feet and all other buildings shall be determined by the approving authority in accordance with the
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Insurance Service "Office Guide for Determination of Required Fire Flow," second edition
(December 1974), or the most current edition or revision of the publication, one copy of which
shall be available for inspection at the city fire hall.
15.20.120 Outlets.
Standard hydrants shall have two two-and-one-half-inch hose outlets and one four-and-one-half-
inch pumper port outlet. All outlet ports shall be national standard thread. The main valve
opening shall be not less than five inches. The hydrant shall have a positive and automatic barrel
drain, shall conform to the criteria of the city's public works department for fire hydrant
standards, and shall be of the safety or break-away style so that when accidentally broken off,
water will not flow.
15.20.130 Installation to meet practices.
Fire hydrants shall be installed to meet sound engineering practices, to include concrete blocking
and rodding in all cases, and to the satisfaction of the public works department, which shall also
approve tile selection and use of all pipes, fittings, and valves. Hydrants shall stand plumb and be
set to the established grade, with the bottom of the breakaway flange a minimum of one inch
above grade line, and not less than thirty-six inches of clear area around the hydrant for clearance
of the hydrant wrench on both outlets and on the control valve. The pumper port shall face the
street. Where the street cannot be clearly defined or recognized, the port shall face the most
likely route of approach and location of the fire truck while pumping, to be determined by the
approving authority.
(Ord. 1043 §7, 1992: Ord. 772 §1(part), 1981).
15.20.140 Protection of hydrants.
The approving authority may require fire hydrants to be protected from damage from vehicular
traffic. The method and means of such protection shall be determined by the approving authority
on an individual basis, according to the nature and extent of the hazard.
15.20.150 Nonconformity.
Where there now exist fire hydrants or water lines which do not conform to the requirements of
this chapter, such hydrants and water lines when replaced shall be replaced with hydrants or
water lines which do conform to the standards defined herein. This does not preclude a
requirement by approving authority that a deficient hydrant or water line must be replaced should
structural conditions of the area change to require a hydrant or water line of larger flow capacity.
15.20.160 Obstruction of visibility.
No one shall plant or allow vegetation or trees within three (3) feet of a fire hydrant. No
one shall, plant or allow vegetation or trees, erect any structure, park any motor vehicle,
including, but not limited to, boats, trailers and so forth, and no activity may be conducted on the
city property or, rights-of-way which results in the obstruction of visibility or accessibility to a
fire hydrant for a distance of twenty feet. Both the owner and occupant of any privately owned
property on which a hydrant is located shall be responsible for removing weed and tree growth
from around the hydrant and shall maintain clear access from any motor vehicle including, but
not limited to boats, trailers and so forth for a distance of no less than ten feet. The purpose of
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this section is to assure that the hydrant is plainly visible and is in addition to the requirements of
Section 15.20.130.
15.20.170 Permit required for private uses.
No person shall use or operate any hydrant or other valves installed on the public water system
or any water system intended for the use by the fire chief for fire suppression purposes, unless
such person first secures a permit for use from the approving authority or the public works
manager. This section does not apply to the use of a hydrant or other valves by a person
employed by the city and authorized to make such use by the public works department, which
supplies water to such hydrants or other valves.
15.20.180 Penalty.
Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this chapter is guilty of
a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of
the provisions of this chapter is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punished as provided in Section 1.04.010 of Arlington
Municipal Code. Such penalty shall be in addition to any other remedy provided by law.
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Chapter 15.24 FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS
Sections:
15.24.010 Purpose.
15.24.020 Intent.
15.24.030 Definitions.
15.24.040 General requirements and scope.
15.24.050 Approvals.
15.24.060 Fire suppression systems.
15.24.070 Standpipe requirements.
15.24.080 Sprinkler system supervision.
15.24.090 Exemption from sprinkler requirements.
15.24.100 Application to existing buildings.
15.24.110 Appeals.
15.24.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to promote the general public health, safety and welfare by
establishing the maximum fire compartment area within unsprinklered buildings and regulate the
installation of automatic fire-extinguishing systems.
15.24.020 Intent.
It is the intent of this chapter to require installation of fire-extinguishing systems so as to protect
against safety hazards, which requirements are reasonably related to the hazard posed. This
chapter is not intended to create, establish, or designate any particular class or group of persons
who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of this chapter.
15.24.030 Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter, certain terms are defined as follows:
"Approved" refers to approval by the city of Arlington fire chief or his designee.
"Automatic fire detection system" means a heat and/or smoke detection system monitored by a
central and/or remote station conforming to the requirement of the International Building Code
and the International Fire Code. All references in this chapter to automatic fire detection system
means an "approved" automatic detection system.
"Automatic fire-extinguishing system" is an approved system of devices and equipment which
automatically detects a fire and discharges an approved fire-extinguishing agent onto or in the
area of a fire.
"Automatic fire suppression system" is an integrated system of piping, which is specifically
engineered or hydraulically designed for the application of extinguishing agents and to which the
appropriate applicators are connected in a system pattern, which conforms to the requirements of
the International Building Code.
"Building official" means the city of Arlington building official or any other employee he or she
designates.
"Combined system" is a system of water piping that serves two and one-half inch hose outlets for
use by the fire department and also supplies water for fire sprinklers.
"Fire area" means the aggregate floor area enclosed and bounded by fire walls, fire barriers,
exterior walls or fire resistance-rated horizontal assemblies of a building.
"Fire chief" means the city of Arlington fire chief or any other employee he or she designates.
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"Fire department" means the city of Arlington fire department.
"Fire department hose connection (FDC)" is a connection through which the fire department can
pump water directly into the fire suppression system.
"Fire Marshal" means the city of Arlington fire chief.
"IBC" means the current edition of the International Building Code published by the
International Code Council as adopted by the Washington State Building Code Council in
accordance with Chapter 19.27 RCW and as amended by the city of Arlington.
"IFC" means the current edition of the International Fire Code published by the International
Code Council as adopted by the Washington State Building Code Council in accordance with
Chapter 19.27 RCW and as amended by the city of Arlington.
"NFPA" means the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association model code on the
installation of fire protection systems.
15.24.040 General requirements and scope.
(a) The provisions of this chapter shall apply to new buildings and to existing buildings that are
expanded beyond the limits set forth in this chapter. In addition, the provisions of this
requirement apply to all changes of use or occupancy when sprinkling requirements are triggered
under the provisions of the International Building Code or International Fire Code. In the event
of conflict between this chapter and any other regulation of the city, the most stringent
requirements shall apply. All fire-extinguishing systems required by this chapter shall be
installed in accordance with the requirements of this chapter.
(b) Fire hose threads used for connection to fire-extinguishing systems by the fire department
shall be national standard hose threads (NST).
(c) In buildings used for high-piled combustible storage, fire protection shall be in accordance
with the International Fire Code.
15.24.050 Approvals.
(a) All fire-extinguishing systems including automatic sprinkler systems, combined systems,
and special automatic extinguishing systems shall be approved and be subject to such periodic
tests as may be required by the fire chief or his or her designee.
(b) The city of Arlington utilities division shall approve all connections to the public water
system and all underground water lines.
(c) All fire-extinguishing systems shall meet the current cross connection control requirements
of the city of Arlington utilities division.
15.24.060 Fire suppression systems.
An approved automatic fire suppression system is required and shall be installed and maintained
in an operable condition as specified in this chapter in the following locations and occupancies.
The occupancy classifications used in this chapter are the same as those used in the current
version of the International Building Code (IBC) as adopted by the Arlington Municipal Code.
All fire suppression systems (including all above and below ground components) shall be
designed and installed in accordance with the current edition of NFPA and IFC requirements,
and any other applicable city of Arlington standards and regulations. For the purposes of the
section, a fire wall, or occupancy separation shall not constitute a separation between buildings,
structures, or areas within a building or structure.
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(a) Group A Occupancies. An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout
buildings and portions thereof used as groups A-1, A-3 and A-4 occupancies where the fire area
exceeds ten thousand square feet or more.
(b) Group A-2 Occupancies. An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout
all group A-2 occupancies where the fire area exceeds five thousand square feet.
(c) Group A-5 Occupancies. An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided in
concession stands, retail areas, press boxes and other accessory use areas in excess of one
thousand square feet.
(d) Group B Occupancies. An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout
all group B occupancies where the fire area exceeds ten thousand square feet.
(e) Group E Occupancies.
(1) An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout all group E occupancies
where the fire area exceeds ten thousand square feet.
Exception: Portable school classrooms, provided the aggregate area of clusters of portable school
classrooms does not exceed five thousand square feet; and clusters of portable school classrooms
shall be separated as required in Chapter 5 of the International Building Code.
(2) For the purposes of this subsection, additions exceeding sixty percent of the current assessed
valuation of the building or structure, or other alterations and repairs to any portion of a building
or structure that occur within a twelve-month period that exceeds one hundred percent of the
value of such buildings or structure shall be considered new construction.
(f) Group F Occupancies.
(1) An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing
group F occupancies where the fire area exceeds ten thousand square feet.
(2) An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout all group F occupancy
fire areas that contain woodworking operations in excess of two thousand five hundred square
feet in area which generate finely divided combustible waste or use finely divided combustible
materials.
(g) Group H Occupancies. An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout
all group H occupancies.
(h) Group I Occupancies. An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout all
group I occupancies.
(i) Group M Occupancies.
(1) An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout all group M occupancies
where the fire area exceeds ten thousand square feet or more on any floor or a combined fire area
of twenty thousand square feet on all floors.
(2) An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout all group M occupancies
three stories above grade.
(3) The area of mezzanines shall be included in determining the areas where fire suppression
systems are required.
(j) Group R Occupancies. An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout
all group R occupancies.
Exception: Group R-3 shall apply to the provisions of the International Residential Code as
provided in Chapter 16.10 of this code.
(k) Group S Occupancies. An automatic fire suppression system shall be provided throughout
all group S occupancies where the fire area exceeds ten thousand square feet.
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15.24.070 Standpipe requirements.
An approved standpipe system shall be installed in the following locations and meet design
criteria as defined in the current edition of the NFPA:
(1) As required by the International Building Code and the International Fire Code;
(2) When any portion of a building, structure or parts thereof exceed one hundred fifty feet in
travel, measured from the point a fire engine would stop, nearest an entrance point, to all
portions of the building, structure or parts thereof;
(3) When a special hazards exists that may delay or prevent access as determined by the fire
chief.
15.24.080 Sprinkler system supervision.
A U.L. listed central station shall monitor all automatic sprinkler systems required to be
monitored. Nonresidential occupancies shall also be equipped with an exterior alarm strobe in a
location approved by the fire department.
15.24.090 Exemption from sprinkler requirements.
Subject to approval of the fire chief, sprinklers may be omitted in rooms or areas as indicated in
the International Fire Code, Section 903.3.1.1.1 for exempt locations.
15.24.100 Application to existing buildings.
(a) Existing buildings shall comply with this chapter when an addition is made to the building,
structure or parts thereof, or when the value of all alterations or repairs within a twelve-month
period exceeds sixty percent of either the assessed valuation of such building, structures or part
thereof, based on Snohomish County assessed valuation, or the current edition of the Building
Safety Journal, valuation data sheet, published by the International Code Council.
(b) For the purpose of this chapter, the cost of such alterations or repairs shall be as determined
by the building official.
(c) Any existing building, structure or parts thereof required to install an automatic fire
suppression system under the provisions of this chapter shall install such system throughout the
entire building.
15.24.110 Appeals.
Appeals from any ruling made under this chapter may be made to a hearing examiner selected by
the city council. The decision of said hearing examiner shall be advisory to the city council.
Decisions of the city council on appeals heard by the hearing examiner shall be appealable to
Superior Court.
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City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
ATTACHMENT E
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
May 24, 2010
SUBJECT:
Proposed dog licensing fees
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
Executive
Contact: Kristin Banfield, 360-403-3444
ATTACHMENTS:
Proposed Dog Licensing Fees
Snohomish County Dog Licensing Fees
AWC Survey results of Dog Licensing Fees
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: N/A
BUDGET CATEGORY: N/A
LEGAL REVIEW:
DESCRIPTION:
As part of the adoption of the City’s fee schedule, completed at the March 1, 2010 Council
meeting, City Council had significant discussion about dog licensing fees. Dog licensing fees
were removed from the fee resolution and reviewed with the Council on March 8. Council is
requested to review the proposed licensing fees again.
Staff is recommending that the City Council adopt the proposed dog licensing fees, which are
identical to Snohomish County’s fees.
HISTORY:
The City’s dog licensing fees have not changed in over ten years.
ALTERNATIVES:
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Council is requested to provide direction to staff on what fees should be charged for dog
licenses.
1 Dog Licensing
5-20-10
Dog Licensing
The licensing fees generated add a small amount to the City funds directed to Animal Care &
Control. The tag mainly assists in returning a dog to its rightful owner, should it become lost. In
2009, our animal control expenses totaled over $25,500. This amount should be reduced
substantially with our new contract with the Humane Society of Skagit County.
CITY OF ARLINGTON
EXISTING DOG LICENSING FEES
License Fee ($)
Annual License $ 5 male unaltered
$ 10 female unaltered
Lifetime License $ 2 altered
Late Fee $5
Replacement Tag $1.50
City staff reviewed Snohomish County licensing fees as well as the AWC Tax & User Fee
Survey for 2008 to determine what other jurisdictions in the state are charging for similar
services. Based on this review, staff is proposing the following fee schedule for dog licensing.
CITY OF ARLINGTON
PROPOSED ANNUAL DOG LICENSING FEES
License Fee ($)
Dog - unaltered $ 40
Dog – altered $ 20
Dog – altered (senior citizen owner) $ 15
Dog – altered & micro-chipped $ 10
Replacement Tag fee $ 5
Late Fee – for failure to purchase annual
license before March 1
$ 20
Per RCW 49.60.380, the City of Arlington shall honor a request by a blind person or hearing
impaired person not to be charged a fee to license his or her dog guide, or a request by a
physically disabled person not to be charged a fee to license his or her service animal.
All dogs require proof of current Rabies vaccination to be licensed.
Proof is also required for alteration and micro-chip to be eligible for the reduced fee.
2 Dog Licensing
5-20-10
IMPACT OF INCREASED FEES FOR DOG LICENSING
Under the existing dog licensing fee schedule, he City expects to collect $350 in 2010. With our
new animal sheltering services contract with the Humane Society of Skagit County, our
estimated cost will be $7,125 for 2010 (down from $25,000). Our existing dog licensing fee
covers just 5% toward this amount. This does not allow us to recoup the cost of the tags, the cost
of providing and searching the database if a lost dog is located, or the administrative staff time to
prepare and mail the annual notices.
The City on average renews 150 licenses per year. With the new fee schedule, we would project
to collect approximately $4,000 if we issued the same amount of licenses. The proposed fees will
help us recoup some of the costs to shelter lost animals and the administrative staff time to
search for an owner’s contact information, prepare and mail annual notices, and the cost of the
tags themselves.
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License Fees
* All Fees Effective January 1, 2009
License Fees
Dog - unaltered $40.00
Dog - altered $20.00
Dog - altered (senior citizen) $15.00
Dog - service $10.00
Dog - altered, micro chipped $10.00
Dog - altered (senior), micro chipped $ 7.50
Cat - unaltered $40.00
Cat - altered $20.00
Cat - altered, micro chipped $10.00
Cat - altered (senior), micro chipped $ 7.50
Cat - unaltered (senior), micro chipped $10.00
Replacement Tags $10.00
Transfer Fee $10.00
Owners of dogs and cats which have a valid license from other jurisdictions and who move into
unimcorporated Snohomish County or within the boundaries of those municipalities participating in the
Regional Pet Licensing program may transfer the license within 30 days of becoming a resident by paying a
transfer fee. Full license fees must be paid after 30 days.
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Pet License Fees (2008 AWC Tax and User Fee Survey)
City
License
Required?Fee Fee Cycle
License
Required?Fee Fee Cycle
License
Required?Fee Fee Cycle
License
Required?Fee Fee Cycle
Arlington Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Arlington (proposed)Yes $20 1 year Yes $40 1 year No
Bothell Yes 1 year Yes 1 year Yes Yes
Brier Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year
Darrington Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year
Edmonds Yes $5 1 year Yes $18 1 year No No
Everett Yes
$16; $8
(microchip)1 year Yes
$36; $16
(microchip)1 year Yes
$16.00; $8
(microchip)1 year Yes
$36; $16
(microchip)1 year
Gold Bar Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Granite Falls Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year
Index Yes $5 1 year Yes $17 3 years No No
Lake Stevens Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $20 Lifetime
Lynnwood Yes $25 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year Yes $25 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year
Marysville Yes $0 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year Yes $0 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year
Mill Creek Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 1 year Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 1 year
Monroe Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $30 3 years Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $30 3 years
Mountlake Terrace Yes $15 1 year Yes $27.50 1 year Yes $15 1 year Yes $27.50 1 year
Mukilteo Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes Yes
Snohomish Yes $10 1 year Yes $36 1 year No No
Stanwood Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year No No
Sultan did not respond to AWC Survey
Woodway Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 Lifetime
Altered Dog Unaltered Dog Altered Cat Unaltered Cat
Pet License Fees (2008 AWC Tax and User Fee Survey)
City
License
Required?Fee Fee Cycle
License
Required?Fee Fee Cycle
License
Required?Fee Fee Cycle
License
Required?Fee Fee Cycle
Aberdeen Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year Yes $3 1 year Yes $15 3 years
Airway Heights Yes $25 1 year Yes $35
1 year; lifetime
for seniors No No
Albion Yes 1 year Yes $20 1 year
Algona Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
Almira
Anacortes Yes $5 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Arlington Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Asotin Yes $10 Lifetime Yes $8 1 year No No
Auburn Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
Bainbridge Island Yes $6 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year No $6 Lifetime No $25 1 year
Battle Ground Yes $10 1 year Yes $25 1 year No No
Beaux Arts Village No No No No
Bellevue Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
Bellingham Yes $11 1 year Yes $41 1 year No No
Benton City
Bingen Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Black Diamond Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
Blaine No No No No
Bonney Lake Yes $10 1 year Yes $50 1 year Yes $6 1 year Yes $50 1 year
Bothell Yes 1 year Yes 1 year Yes Yes
Bremerton Yes $12.50 1 year Yes $37.50 1 year Yes $7.50 1 year Yes $37.50 1 year
Brewster
Bridgeport Yes $10 Lifetime Yes $10 1 year No No
Brier Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year
Buckley Yes $20 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $30 1 year
Bucoda Yes $24 1 year Yes $12 1 year No No
Burien Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year
Burlington Yes $3 1 year Yes $6 1 year No No
Camas Yes $25 Lifetime Yes $25 Lifetime No No
Carbonado No No No No
Carnation
Cashmere Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Castle Rock Yes $9 1 year Yes $25 1 year No No
Cathlamet No No No No
Centralia Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year No $10 1 year No $30 1 year
Chehalis Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year No $5 Lifetime No $5 Lifetime
Chelan Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes $5 1 year Yes $15 1 year
Cheney Yes $20 1 year Yes $40 1 year Yes $15 1 year Yes $25 1 year
Chewelah Yes $5.00 1 year Yes $7.50 1 year No No
Clarkston Yes $25 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year No No
Altered Dog Unaltered Dog Altered Cat Unaltered Cat
Cle Elum Yes $8 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Clyde Hill Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
Colfax Yes $5 1 year Yes $12 1 year No No
College Place Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Colton Yes $15 Lifetime Yes $15 Lifetime No No
Colville Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Conconully
Concrete Yes $7.50 1 year Yes $7.50 1 year No No
Connell Yes $5 1 year Yes $7.50 1 No No
Cosmopolis Yes $3 1 year Yes $15 1 year Yes $3 1 year Yes $15 1 year
Coulee City Yes $5 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Coulee Dam No No No No
Coupeville Yes $10 1 year Yes $35 1 year No No
Covington No No No No
Creston
Cusick Yes $10 Lifetime Yes $10 Lifetime No No
Darrington Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year
Davenport Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Dayton Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Deer Park Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year No No
Des Moines Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
DuPont Yes
$10; ($3
microchip)1 year Yes $50 1 year Yes
$10; ($3
microchip)1 year Yes $50 1 year
Duvall No No No No
East Wenatchee Yes $10 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Eatonville Yes $20 1 year Yes $50 1 year Yes $12 1 year Yes $50 1 year
Edgewood Yes $14 1 year Yes $65 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $65 1 year
Edmonds Yes $5 1 year Yes $18 1 year No No
Electric City
Ellensburg Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year Yes $2 1 year Yes $10 1 year
Elma
Elmer City Yes $4 1 year Yes $5 1 year No No
Endicott Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Entiat Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Enumclaw Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year
Ephrata Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year No No
Everett Yes
$16; $8
(microchip)1 year Yes
$36; $16
(microchip)1 year Yes
$16.00; $8
(microchip)1 year Yes
$36; $16
(microchip)1 year
Everson Yes $10 Lifetime Yes $20 Lifetime No No
Fairfield
Farmington Yes $5 1 year Yes $5 1 year No
Federal Way Yes $20 Yes $60 Yes $12 Yes $60
Ferndale No No No No
Fife No No No No
Fircrest Yes $14 1 year Yes $50 1 year Yes $8 1 year Yes $50 1 year
Forks
Friday Harbor No No No No
Garfield Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
George Yes $4 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Gig Harbor No $7 1 year Yes $17 1 year No No
Gold Bar Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Goldendale Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Grand Coulee Yes $5 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Grandview Yes $15 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Granger
Granite Falls Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year
Hamilton No No No No
Harrah Yes $7.50 1 year Yes $7.50 1 year No No
Harrington
Hartline No No No No
Hatton No No No No
Hoquiam Yes $5 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $0 Yes $20 1 year
Hunts Point
Ilwaco No No No No
Index Yes $5 1 year Yes $17 3 years No No
Ione
Issaquah Yes $20 Yes $60 Yes $20 Yes $60
Kahlotus
Kalama Yes $10 1 year Yes $25 3 years No No
Kelso No No No No
Kenmore
Kennewick No No No No
Kent No No No No
Kettle Falls
Kirkland Yes 1 year Yes 1 year Yes 1 year Yes
Kittitas Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Krupp
La Center Yes 1 year Yes 1 year No No
La Conner Yes $5 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Lacey Yes $12 1 year Yes $24 1 year Yes $8 1 year Yes $16 1 year
LaCrosse Yes $10 1 year Yes $15 1 year Yes $2 Lifetime Yes $2 Lifetime
Lake Forest Park No No No No
Lake Stevens Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $20 Lifetime
Lakewood Yes $10 1 year Yes $50 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $50 1 year
Lamont No No No No
Langley Yes $7 1 year Yes $25 1 year No No
Latah Yes $5 1 year Yes $5 1 year No No
Leavenworth Yes $10 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Liberty Lake
Lind
Long Beach No No No No
Longview Yes 1year Yes 1 year
Lyman No No No No
Lynden Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Lynnwood Yes $25 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year Yes $25 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year
Mabton
Malden Yes $10 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Mansfield
Maple Valley Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
Marcus Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Marysville Yes $0 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year Yes $0 Lifetime Yes $25 1 year
Mattawa
McCleary Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Medical Lake Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Medina
Mercer Island Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year No No
Mesa Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Metaline No No No No
Metaline Falls Yes Lifetime Yes Lifetime No No
Mill Creek Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 1 year Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 1 year
Millwood Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year
Milton
Monroe Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $30 3 years Yes $20 Lifetime Yes $30 3 years
Montesano Yes 1 year Yes 1 year No No
Morton
Moses Lake Yes $5 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Mossyrock Yes 10 1 year Yes 15 1 year No No
Mount Vernon Yes $0 Lifetime Yes $50 1 year Yes $0 Lifetime Yes $50 1 year
Mountlake Terrace Yes $15 1 year Yes $27.50 1 year Yes $15 1 year Yes $27.50 1 year
Moxee Yes $5 1 year Yes $11 1 year No No
Mukilteo Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes Yes
Naches Yes $25 Lifetime Yes $25 Lifetime No No
Napavine Yes $10 1 year Yes $25 1 year No No
Nespelem No No No No
Newcastle
Newport Yes $10 1 year Yes $50 1 year No No
Nooksack Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Normandy Park Yes $12 1 year Yes $24 1 year No No
North Bend No No No No
North Bonneville Yes $3 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Northport Yes $5 Yes $10
Oak Harbor Yes $10 1 year Yes $35 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $35 1 year
Oakesdale Yes $7.50 1 year Yes $10 1 year
Oakville Yes $6 1 year No $10 1 year No No
Ocean Shores Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year Yes $2 1 year Yes $25 1 year
Odessa Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Okanogan Yes $10 Yes $30 No No
Olympia Yes $12 1 year Yes $24 1 year Yes $8 1 year Yes $16 1 year
Omak
Oroville Yes $5 1 year Yes 30 1 year No No
Orting Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 Yes $5 Yes $10
Othello Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Pacific No No No No
Palouse Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Pasco Yes $10 1 year Yes $45 1 year No No
Pateros Yes $5 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Pe Ell Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Pomeroy Yes $10 Other Yes $20 1 year No No
Port Angeles Yes $10 1 year Yes $35 1 year Yes $8 1 year Yes $35 1 year
Port Orchard No Yes $75 Lifetime No Yes $75 Lifetime
Port Townsend Yes Yes Yes Yes
Poulsbo Yes $10 Yes $35 Yes $5 Yes $35
Prescott Yes 1 year Yes 1 year
Prosser Yes $20 1 year Yes $35 1 year No No
Pullman Yes $8 Lifetime Yes $20 1 year Yes $8 Lifetime Yes $20 1 year
Puyallup Yes $7 1 year Yes $50 1 year Yes $4 1 year Yes $50
Quincy Yes $5 1 year Yes $12 1 year No No
Rainier Yes $5 1 year $20 1 year No No
Raymond Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Reardan Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Redmond No No No No
Renton Yes $10 2 years Yes $20 2 years Yes $5 2 years Yes $8 2 years
Republic Yes $10 1 year Yes $50 1 year No No
Richland Yes $10 1 year Yes $45 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $45 5 years
Ridgefield Yes $5 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Ritzville Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Riverside
Rock Island Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Rockford Yes $7 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Rosalia Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Roslyn Yes $10 1 year Yes $25 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $25 1 year
Roy
Royal City Yes $10 1 year Yes $15 1 year No No
Ruston Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year
Sammamish Yes $15 1 year Yes $55 1 year Yes $12 1 year Yes $55 1 year
SeaTac Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 Lifetime
Seattle Yes $20 Other Yes $40 Other Yes $15 1 year Yes $25 1 year
Sedro-Woolley No No No No
Selah Yes $25 Lifetime Yes $25 Lifetime No No
Sequim Yes $10 1 year Yes $35 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $35 1 year
Shelton
Shoreline Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
Skykomish Yes $6 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $6 1 year Yes $20 1 year
Snohomish Yes $10 1 year Yes $36 1 year No No
Snoqualmie No No No No
Soap Lake Yes $7 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
South Bend Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
South Cle Elum Yes Varies 1 year Yes Varies 1 year No No
South Prairie Yes $20 1 year Yes $55 1 year Yes $12 1 year Yes $55 1 year
Spangle
Spokane Yes $45 1 year Yes $70 1 year Yes $35 1 year Yes $45 1 year
Spokane Valley No No No No
Sprague Yes 1 year Yes 1 year No No
Springdale Yes $5 1 year Yes $7.50 1 year No No
St John No No No No
Stanwood Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year No No
Starbuck
Steilacoom Yes $18 1 year Yes $65 1 year Yes $18 1 year Yes $65 1 year
Stevenson
Sultan
Sumas
Sumner Yes $7 1 year Yes $50 1 year Yes $4 1 year Yes $50 1 year
Sunnyside
Tacoma Yes $20 1 year Yes $55 1 year Yes $12 1 year Yes $55 1 year
Tekoa
Tenino Yes $8 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Tieton Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Toledo Yes $5.00 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Tonasket No No No No
Toppenish Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Tukwila Yes 1 year Yes 1 year Yes Yes
Tumwater Yes $12 1 year Yes $24 1 year Yes $8 1 year Yes $16 1 year
Twisp Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Union Gap No No No No
Uniontown Yes $24 Lifetime Yes $24 3 years No No
University Place Yes $20 1 year Yes $55 1 year Yes $12 1 year Yes $55 1 year
Vader Yes 1 year Yes 5 years No No
Vancouver Yes $16 1 year Yes $40 1 year Yes $10 1 year Yes $20 1 year
Waitsburg Yes $10 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Walla Walla Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
Wapato
Warden
Washougal
Washtucna Yes $10 1 year Yes $10 1 year
Waterville Yes $10 Yes $15 No No
Waverly Yes $5 1 year $5 1 year
Wenatchee
West Richland Yes $8 1 year Yes $18 1 year No No
Westport Yes $5 1 year Yes $25 1 year Yes $3 1 year Yes $15 1 year
White Salmon Yes $25 1 year Yes $9 1 year No No
Wilbur Yes $10 1 year Yes $15 1 year Yes $5 1 year Yes $5 1 year
Wilkeson Yes $20 1 year Yes $55 1 year Yes $12 1 year Yes $55 1 year
Wilson Creek No No No No
Winlock Yes $7 1 year Yes $7 1 year Yes $7 1 year Yes $7 1 year
Winthrop Yes $5 1 year Yes $10 1 year No No
Woodinville Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year Yes $20 1 year Yes $60 1 year
Woodland Yes $10 Yes $25 No No
Woodway Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 Lifetime Yes $5 Lifetime
Yacolt No No No No
Yakima Yes $5 1 year $30 1 year No No
Yarrow Point No No No No
Yelm Yes $7 1 year Yes $20 1 year No No
Zillah Yes $15 1 year Yes $30 1 year No No
City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
ATTACHMENT F
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
May 24, 2010
SUBJECT:
Agenda Publishing Policy
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
Executive
Contact: Kristin Banfield, 360-403-3444
ATTACHMENTS:
Agenda Publishing Policy
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: Savings of $10,000
BUDGET CATEGORY: General Fund – City Council – Official Publications
LEGAL REVIEW: City Attorney provided legal advice prior to the
development of the policy
DESCRIPTION:
With the economic downturn, staff began reviewing all elements of the City’s budget to find
ways to save money. One of the cost savings identified in this process was to discontinue
publishing the Council Agenda in The Herald. The City is not required by state law to publish
the City Council agenda in the newspaper. It still meets the intent of state law by making the
agenda available to the public using multiple venues. The proposed policy uses a combination of
physical postings, posting to the website, postal mail, and email to provide the agenda to the
public. The City’s website will be the primary posting location.
The City will save approximately $10,000 annually in our budget for official publications by
revising its agenda publishing policy. In 2010 alone, staff estimates we will save $10,000.
HISTORY:
The City currently posts the City Council Agenda in a variety of sources over the years,
including bulletin boards in City Hall and the Post Office, the City’s website, the Arlington
Times, The Herald, and directly mailing or emailing the agenda to interested parties. Currently
the City publishes the agenda to the City’s website, emails the agenda to interested parties,
ALTERNATIVES:
Revise the proposed policy and continue to publish the Council Agenda in The Herald. If this is
selected, the City Council will need to augment the “Official Publications” line item in the 2010
Budget by at least $6,000.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff is requesting direction from the City Council on the proposed policy.
Agenda Publishing Policy
Purpose
To establish a consistent policy for publishing of the Arlington City Council agenda. RCW
35A.12.160 states:
In addition to the requirement that a city publish the text or a summary of the
content of each adopted ordinance, every city shall establish a procedure for
notifying the public of upcoming hearings and the preliminary agenda for the
forthcoming council meeting. Such procedure may include, but not be limited to,
written notification to the city's official newspaper, publication of a notice in the
official newspaper, posting of upcoming council meeting agendas, or such other
processes as the city determines will satisfy the intent of this requirement.
Suggested Policy
The City of Arlington will publish the agenda for the meetings of the Arlington City Council on
the City of Arlington website, www.arlingtonwa.gov , as its primary form of notification. The
City of Arlington provides all visitors to the City’s website the opportunity to subscribe to the
“Council Agenda and Minutes” to be notified automatically when a new agenda is posted. The
City encourages the use of this service as the primary way to receive the updated Council
agenda, as well as access to all of the attachments listed on the agenda. The City will also
provide copies of the agenda to the media or any interested party via email, with the ability to
access all of the attachments listed on the agenda.
In order to ensure that the Arlington City Council Agenda is widely disseminated, the City
Council Agenda will also be physically posted in the following locations: City Hall lobby, Police
Department lobby, Information kiosk located adjacent to the City Hall parking lot (south of 238
N. Olympic Ave). Paper copies of the agenda or any attachments will be made available upon
request.
A special meeting may be called at any time by the Mayor or by a majority of the Council by
delivering written notification personally or by mail notice to each member of the Council; and
to each local newspaper of general circulation and to each local radio station of such special
meeting or of all special meetings. Such notice must be delivered least twenty-four (24) hours
before the time of such meeting as specified in the notice. The notice shall specify the time and
place of the special meeting and the business to be transacted. If more than three Council
members attend or participate in an official capacity at any meeting, it shall be considered a
special meeting and notice shall be given. In addition to the foregoing, the City Clerk shall
follow up with City Council members by telephone, fax, email or such other convenient
communication method reasonable to apprise the members of special meetings.
Cost Savings
In 2009, the City paid $18,401.48 to The Herald to advertise all of the City Council meetings
(minimum of 3 meetings per month) and for any legal publications (passage of ordinances,
public hearing notices, etc.). As of April 30, 2010, the City has paid $4,536.62 to advertise all of
the City Council meetings, the passage of ordinances, and public hearing notices. The City has
also paid The Herald to advertise for bids, open positions, and land use actions.
By converting to publishing our agenda on the web, emailing the agenda, and posting physical
copies of the agenda in City Hall, the Police Department lobby, and the information kiosk
located to the south of City Hall, the City can expect to save $10,000 through the remainder of
2010. If we do not adopt a revised policy and continue to publish our Council agenda notices in
the paper, I believe we will exceed our budget by $6,000 this year. The policy change would
allow us to reduce our publication budget in 2011 by at least 83% (from $12,000 down to
$2,000). We will continue to publish our ordinance summaries and notices of public hearings in
the paper as directed by state law, in addition to our advertisements for bids, employment
opportunities, and land use actions.