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Home My WebLink About20260424_PJA26-0115_Narrative_Revised NARRATIVE Operation of Tacos La Mas Fregona (Mobile Food Unit) Tacos La Mas Fregona operates as a licensed mobile food unit from its designated site at 137 N Olympic Ave,Arlington,WA 98223. The unit is managed under The Gutierrez and Family,LLC,and serves customers directlyfrom this location.All operational procedures and site-specific activities are conducted in accordance with local regulations and guidelines to ensure the safety and quality of food service. Licensing and Insurance Compliance Tacos La Mas Fregona operates under a valid Washington State Business License for the year 2026,as well as a current City of Arlington Endorsement License.In addition,a Certificate of Insurance has been provided,listing the City of Arlington as an Additional Insured party.These measures ensure regulatory compliance and demonstrate the commitment to meeting all necessary legal and municipal requirements for operation. Mobile Food Unit Operation Proposal This proposal details the operations of my licensed mobile food unit,The Gutierrez and Family,LLC,doing business as Tacos La Mas Fregona,which is located at 137 N Olympic Ave,Arlington,WA 98223.Please see agreement. At this time,there are no additional locations being considered for parking the mobile food unit in Arlington. Restroom and Hand-Washing Facilities Employees will have access to an approved off-site restroom facility located within 500 feet of the site,as documented in the Sales Site Agreement and permissions from Jim Dona[son and in compliance with Snohomish County Health Department requirements. Employees working at the sale site located at 137 N Olympic Ave,Arlington,WA 98223,will have access to a restroom equipped with a plumbed hand-washing sink. Access is provided via a secure code,allowing employees to enter the Donnelson's building and use the facilities as needed. Customers are provided with restroom access,including a plumbed hand-washing sink,at LNP The Nail Collective,which is conveniently located next door at 216 E 2"0 St,Arlington,WA 98223. Please see attached agreement. To accommodate customers during operating hours,Tacos La Mas Fregona has established an agreement that provides access to restroom facilities.Customers may utilize facilities located at the mentioned locations and,when necessary, additional access is available at the American Legion Post 76,situated at 115N Olympic Ave,Arlington,WA 98223.This arrangement ensures that all employees and customers have convenient access to essential amenities throughout the food truck hours of operation.Please see attached agreement, Commissary Kitchen Location The commissary kitchen supporting the operation of Tacos La Mas Fregona is located at The Point Bar and Grit[,3528 168th ST NE,Arlington,WA 98223.An agreement is in place with The Point Bar and Grit(,ensuring proper access and compliance with requirements for the mobile food unit. Please see attached agreement. Proposed Hours of Operation • Monday:9:00 AM-5:00 PM • Tuesday:11:00 AM-6:00 PM • Wednesday:11:00 AM-6:00 PM • Thursday:9:30 AM-6:30 PM • Friday:9:30:00 AM-7:30 PM • Saturday:11:00AM-6:00PM • Sunday:11:00 AM-4:00 PM Operational Hours Overview The operational hours for Tacos La M6s Fregona are carefully structured to offer consistent service and meet the needs of the local community.Throughout the week,the schedule will ensure the food unit is accessible to customers,with extended hours on Fridays to address increased demand leading into the weekend.Sundays feature shorter hours,reflecting a lighter volume while still providing service to patrons. This schedule enables the business to serve both breakfast and dinner,responding directlyto customer requests and positive feedback throughout the whole year regarding meal availability.The operational framework is designed to provide reliability for staff and patrons alike,supporting the goal of maintaining a responsive,community-oriented mobile food service. There are several city sidewalks and public parking located on the street as well as additional public parking across the street at Legion Park and on 1 rst E street.Additionally,there are pedestrian crossings to the north and northwest of the site,which will reduce pedestrian hazards.The food truck does not have drive-thru traffic. Seasonal and Holiday Adjustments Operational hours may be shortened during the winter months and on certain holidays.These modifications are made to accommodate changes in customer flow and demand during these periods.In addition,the schedule is subject to further reduction if there is a significant decrease in customer activity.All adjustments are implemented to ensure efficient operations while continuing to meet the needs of our community. Utilities&Operational Details Garbage disposal and sanitation practices will comply with all applicable Snohomish County Health District regulations. Commissary Kitchen The mobile food unit's commissary kitchen is located at The Point Bar and Grill,3528 168th St NE,Arlington,WA 98223. Documentation of this agreement is on file. Conclusion This proposal is intended to provide a community-oriented mobile food service while maintaining compliance with applicable zoning,health,and safety standards.The food truck will be removed at the end of each day.Tacos La M5s Fregona has been operating successfully within the City of Arlington and remains committed to continued compliance with all municipal regulations. Warm regards, Eva Gutierrez RESTROOM ACCESS AGREEMENT Date: 4�511 /4A `A' To Whom It May Concern, This letter confirms that Tacos La MJs Fregona, a licensed mobile food unit operating in Arlington, WA, has authorized customers access to restroom facilities located next door at LNP The Nail Collective, 216 E 2nd St, Arlington, WA 98223. The restroom includes a plumbed toilet, handwashing sink, soap and paper towels and is available for customers use during the food truck's hours of operation in order to meet applicable health department requirements. This agreement does not establish any leasehold interest or change in property use classification and is limited solely to restroom access for compliance purposes. Sincerely, Alal-ncfc- Na e of Authorized Raaa/ Lure D a Pa Phone u ber RESTROOM ACCESS AGREEMENT Date: ,2 - 1 q - 2(o To Whom It May Concern, This letter confirms that Tacos La Ws Fregona, a licensed mobile food unit operating in Arlington, WA, has authorized employee access to restroom facilities located at American Legion Post 76, 115 N Olympic Avenue, Arlington, WA 98223. The restroom includes a plumbed toilet and handwashing sink and is available for employee use during the food truck's hours of operation in order to meet applicable health department requirements. This agreement does not establish any leasehold interest or change in property use classification and is limited solely to restroom access for compliance purposes. Sincerely, A LL4 P21(S Authorized Representative Ame'can Legion t 76 i Date y:2; q19 293_0 Phone Number sNOHOMI H jjgF LINTY Food Truck Parking Agreement FFATH DEPARTMENT Commissery Agrewwaf f eerily&w b+t matlort Wovksed In M egreernertf is aGcrr W and we are reworksVe to cwviy%flit ft WWt*vfon &We Food Code(WAC24&215)and wte aWw Woess fbr lnrpec6ort dtrlrp business hours br styfter busbwss. This agreement says that Tacos La Mils Fregona, the food truck, can operate in the parking space at the sale site located at 137 N Contrr>tsasry name: —WAS 11 Olympic Ave, Ariington WA 98223 property of Jim Donnelson Con "issary owneaa: starting 2/2912024.This agreement will keep going until one parry Business hours: ends it with a 30-day written notice. The food truck is permitted to Commissary owners name: Cjlln operate its food service business exclusively on the designated c �aaary � _ property during the agreed-upon hours of operation. The food ° - m't truck shall keep the designated area clean and free from any litter or debris resulting from Its operation. Tacos La MAs Fregona and lour Jaw A61-4 zd Employees will have access to the restroom with a plumbed P0MWMneeerC*WAW eeryd, W Avio aorCA"aeary owmr oeer handwashing sink located at the sale site. The rules of this agreement follow the law of WA, USA. ttrr.�rs..r.or f.os�,wearr.rrr—oT,` M roe rvlae aeea..ar oer.r ft.a Signed, Tacos La Mats Frego Date: a( Z FOR MOBILE FOOD UNITS Evanpetine Gutierrez Date: atafe R*WI Food Coda R* Wtwwnt(WAC 246-215-09126.4):The PERSON IN CHARGE shas 14 Z dsreurrwrit presence at the COMMISSARY on aft.�in records for one year,and shM make the records ayluble Jim Donnels Date: by the REGULATORY AUTHORITY upon request. Meese read through On following steta.onto and irddal to Indicate your agr eernent: 1,the motAla food untt operator,acknowledge that I wltt be required to maintain lops detalllop when I vish my connerdssary,how often,and for how Soap. I,the mobile food unit operator.sduwwbdpe%M I will maYttain the logs for a n*tknum of t year. I.the mobile food unit operator.acknorrtedge that the corrunlssary kips may only be 61ed out and stored Of t�ti D the mab6s food Una. EmAronmenfal Heaft Wslon +.«+rn 3020 Rucker Avenue.Suite 104 a Everett.WA 98201-39M 11 fun:425.339.52S4 0 tel:425.339,5250 18204 59th Avenue NE co REVIEW COMMENT FORM Arlington,WA 98223 360-403-3551 Project Name:Tacos La Mas Fregona Permit No.: PJ26-0115 Review Date: February 26,2026 Contact: Evangelina Gutierrez Phone No.:425-876-8355 Land Use Review Phase: 1s,Comments Report Date: Email:tacoslamasfregona@gmail.com Reviewing Dept.: CED Applicant: Evangelina Gutierrez DWG Issue Date: # I Rev. I Dwg.or Add'I City Spec.Ref. Ref. Comment Response/Resolution A roved 1. AL Fire Please provide an updated approved Fire Inspection Inspection Checklist 2. AL Application, The current location of 137 N Olympic Ave is allowed, narrative,etc however 217 E First Street is not. Please revise application and any other necessary documents to remove the second location. 3. AL FYI Per AMC 20.16.240 an applicant has 60 days to submit the requested information.The resubmittal deadline is April 27,2026. When You are r to submit,please send all documents ce a arlingtonwa.gov or pr processing 4. AL FYI Per AMC 20.16.270(d), if the applicant informs the city, in writing,that the applicant would like to temporarily suspend the review of the project for more than 60 days,or if an applicant is nonresponsive for more than 60 consecutive days after the city has notified the applicant, an additional 30 days may be added to the time periods for the city to issue a final decision for each type of permit that is subject to this chapter. 5. Al. FYI Any written notice from the city to the applicant that additional information is required to further process the application must include a notice that nonresponsiveness for 60 consecutive days may result in 30 days being added to the time for review. Page I of I