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Arlington City Council
January 3, 2011 – 7 PM
City Council Chambers
110 E. Third
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CALL TO ORDER / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT For members of the public to speak to the Council regarding matters NOT on the agenda.
Please limit remarks to three minutes
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Minutes of the December 13 & 20, 2010 meetings ATTACHMENT A
2. Accounts Payable
3. Appointment of Barbara Butner to the Cemetery Board to fill an ATTACHMENT B
unexpired term to April 1, 2014.
PUBLIC HEARING
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
1. Authorization to apply for three City of Arlington Tourism/Economic ATTACHMENT C
Development Grants for the 2011 grant application.
• Summer Outdoor Recreation Events
• Legion Park Restroom Project
• Kiosks for the Centennial Trail in Arlington
2. EMS Levy Resolution ATTACHMENT D
DISCUSSION ITEMS
INFORMATION
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
MAYOR’S REPORT
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS – OPTIONAL
EXECUTIVE SESSION
RECONVENE
ADJOURNMENT
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Council Chambers
110 East Third
December 20, 2010
City Council Members Present by Roll Call: Dick Butner Sally Lien, Scott Solla, Marilyn
Oertle, Chris Raezer, Linda Byrnes, and Steve Baker
Council Members Absent: There were no Council members absent.
City Staff Present: Mayor Larson, Allen Johnson, Kristin Banfield, Paul Ellis, Jim Chase,
Police Chief Nelson Beazley, Fire Chief Bruce Steadman, Police Officer Terry Quintrall, Jim
Kelly, Kris Wallace, Julie Good, Jan Bauer, Steve Peiffle – City Attorney
Also Known to be Present: Retired Fire Chief Jim Rankin, Gale Fiege – Everett Herald, and
Kari Ilonummi (arriving at 7:25PM)
Mayor Larson called the meeting to order at 7:00PM, and the pledge of allegiance to the flag
followed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Steve Baker moved to approve the Agenda. Sally Lien seconded the motion which
passed with a unanimous vote
SWEARING IN
Reserve Officer Arturo Bartolome
Police Chief Nelson Beazley introduced Officer Bartolome, and then gave a brief talk about him
and his family. Officer Bartolome then introduced himself and his family. At this time City
Attorney Steve Peiffle performed the swearing in ceremony, and Officer Bartolome was
welcomed by the Council.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Recognition of Jim Rankin
City Administrator Allen Johnson introduced outgoing Police Chief Jim Rankin, related stories
about Mr. Rankin. Chief Rankin was then presented an award of appreciation by Mayor Larson
and he briefly spoke to those in attendance.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Linda Snider, 3922 174th Place NE, Arlington WA, voiced appreciation of those who serve on
the Council. She spoke because of a concern about 173rd Street, and is against the making of a
new street in the area. She emphasized that no one wants the proposed 173rd Street because
there would be a 3-lane road in close proximity to current housing, traffic noise would ensue,
and vagrants that would be drawn to the area. She also spoke to the Public Comment section
of the Council Agenda, stating that the public is not enough time to voice their concerns.
Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meeting DRAFT December 20, 2010
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CONSENT AGENDA
Steve Baker moved and Sally Lien seconded the motion to approve the Consent Agenda which
was unanimously carried to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
1. Minutes of the December 6 and 13, 2010 meetings
2. Accounts Payable
Electronic Payments and Claims Checks #71867 through #72020 dated December 7,
2010 through December 20, 2010 for $925,515.55
3. Amendment to Employment Contract with C. Badger
PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Ordinance to Amend the 2010 Budget
With the use of an overhead presentation Finance Director Jim Chase reviewed the 2011
Budget changes.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:27PM and with no one wishing to speak the Public Hearing
was immediately closed.
Mr. Chase then answered Council questions.
Steve Baker moved to adopt the proposed Ordinance amending the 2010 Budget for the City of
Arlington. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
There was no Unfinished Business.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
Public Works Director Jim Kelly addressed the agreement between WSDOT and the City of
Arlington at the proposed SR9/SR531 roundabout.
WSDOT Contract for Utility Work at SR9/SR531
Scott Solla moved to authorize the agreement between the City of Arlington and WSDOT for the
relocation of existing water utilities and construction of new sewer utilities at the SR-9 / SR-531
Intersection, pending final approval by the City Attorney. Sally Lien seconded the motion that
passed with a unanimous vote.
Mr. Kelly spoke to the Ordinance that would increase the stormwater rates. The use of
Scenarios 1 and 2 were addressed.
Ordinance for Adoption of Stormwater Rate Increase
Dick Butner moved to authorize adoption of the Proposed Ordinance increasing the Stormwater
Utility Rates. Scott Solla seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Assistant City Administrator Kristin Banfield addressed this new Ordinance for the Arlington
Municipal Code. Discussion and question followed.
Ordinance Adopting AMC 2.20 – Hours of Operation
Steve Baker moved to approve the proposed Ordinance adopting a new Chapter 2.20 to the
Arlington Municipal Code. Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Minutes of the City of Arlington City Council Meeting DRAFT December 20, 2010
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Ms. Banfield stated that this Ordinance closely aligns with state law and cleans up outdated
language.
Ordinance for Adopting Revision to AMC 2.72 – Bidding Procedure/Small Works Roster
Steve Baker moved to adopt the proposed ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code
relating to the City’s Purchasing and Small Works Roster Process. Dick Butner seconded the
motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
Ms. Banfield addressed this Code Revision which clears up language within the former Code.
She asked for Council approval, and then answered Council questions.
Ordinance for Adopting Revision to AMC 5.04 – Peddlers & Solicitors
Steve Baker moved to approve the proposed Ordinance making revisions to Arlington Municipal
Code 5.04 relating to Peddlers and Solicitors. Marilyn Oertle seconded the motion that passed
with a unanimous vote.
Ms. Banfield spoke to the requested Contract with Zachor & Thomas. She then answered
Council questions.
Authorization for the Mayor to Sign a Contract with Zachor & Thomas for Prosecution
Services
Steve Baker moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the Proposed Prosecution Services Contract
with Zachor & Thomas. Sally Lien seconded the motion that passed with a unanimous vote.
City administrator Allen Johnson noted that the next Council meeting would be on January 3,
2011.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
Mayor Larson stated that she was very happy to be back.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Dick Butner, Sally Lien, Marilyn Oertle, Linda Byrnes and Steve Baker had brief reports while
Scott Solla and Chris Raezer had nothing to report at this time.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS – OPTIONAL
Mr. Peiffle announced that there would be no need for an Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:04PM.
____________________________
Margaret Larson, Mayor
City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
Consent Agenda #3
ATTACHMENT B
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
January 3, 2011
SUBJECT:
Appointment of Barbara Butner to the
Cemetery Board to April 1, 2014
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
-Boards and Commissions Application from Barbara Butner
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: N/A
BUDGET CATEGORY: N/A
LEGAL REVIEW:
N/A
N/A
DESCRIPTION:
The appointment of Barbara Butner would complete the Cemetery Board’s five members.
HISTORY:
Carsten Mullin vacated this position to be appointed to the Parks, Arts & Recreation
Commission. His term was for four years to April 1, 2014.
COMMITTEE REVIEW AND ACTION:
A panel including Jim Kelly, Paul Ellis, Skip Smith and Tawnya Post met and interviewed two
candidates for Cemetery Board to fill the unexpired term of Carsten Mullin. The panel felt
Barbara was the best fit for the position.
ALTERNATIVES:
-Do not make the appointment
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
I move to appoint Barbara Butner to the Cemetery Board for the term ending April 1, 2014.
City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
New Business #1
ATTACHMENT C
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
January 3, 2011
SUBJECT:
Authorization to apply for 2011
Tourism/Economic Development Grant
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
Executive
Contact: Sarah Higgins, 360-403-3448
ATTACHMENTS:
-None
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: -0-
BUDGET CATEGORY: N/A
LEGAL REVIEW: no
DESCRIPTION:
The Recreation Department requests authorization to apply for three City of Arlington
Tourism/Economic Development Grants for the 2011 grant application.
• Summer Outdoor Recreation Events- requesting $6,200
• Legion Park Restroom Project- requesting $48,000
• Kiosks for the Centennial Trail in Arlington- requesting $5,500
HISTORY:
Summer Outdoor events was funding in 2010 by this grant.
Legion Park Restroom was awarded partial funding for 2010, but money was not used in 2010.
This funding is necessary for matching WA State RCO grant if awarded to City.
ALTERNATIVES: Do not authorize, or authorize one or more of the grants.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Authorize all three grant applications.
City of Arlington
Council Agenda Bill
AGENDA ITEM:
New Business #2
ATTACHMENT D
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
January 3, 2011
SUBJECT:
Resolution to place before the voters the
establishment of an Emergency Medical
Services (EMS) levy at the 4/26/2011 Special
Election
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN:
Fire / Executive
Contact: Bruce Stedman, 360-403-3600
Kristin Banfield, 360-403-3444
ATTACHMENTS:
- Proposed Resolution requesting the establishment of a permanent Emergency Medical
Services (EMS) Levy
EXPENDITURES REQUESTED: None
BUDGET CATEGORY: None
LEGAL REVIEW: City Attorney prepared the proposed
resolutions
DESCRIPTION:
At the December 20, 2010 Council meeting, the City Council directed staff to prepare a
resolution to place renewal of the Emergency Medical Services Levy on the April 26, 2011
ballot. The prepared resolution places a permanent EMS levy on the ballot.
HISTORY:
The current EMS levy was approved by the voters in 2004 with an effective date of January
2005. This levy was for a six year levy period and was initially set for $.50 per $1,000 assessed
valuation (AV). However, due to revenue limitation legislation the levy rate has eroded to
$.39/$1,000 AV. At this rate, insufficient funds are raised to keep pace with current operating
costs and there are no equipment replacement funds available.
The City asked voters to approve a permanent EMS levy at the November 2, 2010 General
Election. The ballot measure failed by 41 votes.
ALTERNATIVES:
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
I move Council approves the proposed resolution to place before the voters the establishment of
a permanent Emergency Medical Services (EMS) levy at the 4/26/2011 Special Election.
Resolution No. 2011-001 Page 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2011--001
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ARLINGTON REQUESTING THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF A PERMANENT EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS) LEVY.
WHEREAS, emergency medical service (EMS) to the residents of the City of Arlington
(the “City”) is an essential element of the city’s services to its citizens; and
WHEREAS, the City and areas surrounding the City have experienced a rapid growth in
the number of residents; and
WHEREAS, the growing population has resulted in increased need for EMS services;
and
WHEREAS, RCW 84.52.069 authorizes the establishment of a permanent EMS levy
upon approval of the voters; and
WHEREAS, the increasing costs of providing EMS services and the cost of repeated
requests for renewal of levies may not be in the best interests of the citizens;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARLINGTON:
Section 1. There shall be submitted to the qualified electors of the City for their ratification or
rejection, at an election to be held by mail-in ballots on April 26, 2011, the question of whether
or not a tax, not to exceed FIFTY CENTS ($.50) PER THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) of
assessed valuation should be levied in each year permanently. All taxes collected pursuant to
this levy shall be used only for the provision of emergency medical care or emergency medical
services including related personnel costs, advanced life-supporting training, and related
equipment, supplies, vehicles and structures needed for the provision of emergency medical care
or emergency medical services.
Section 2. The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to certify a copy of this
resolution and submit it to the Snohomish County Auditor. The Auditor of Snohomish County,
as ex officio of elections, is hereby directed to place a proposition worded substantially as
follows on the special election mail-in ballot scheduled for April 26, 2011:
CITY OF ARLINGTON FIRE DEPARTMENT PERMANENT
LEVY FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
PROPOSITION 1
Shall the City of Arlington be authorized to impose a PERMANENT regular
property tax levy of $.50 or less per thousand dollars of assessed valuation for emergency
medical services?
Yes .............. □
No ................ □
Resolution No. 2011-001 Page 2
Section 3. In accordance with RCW 84.52.069, the funds raised by such levy shall be used only
for the provision of emergency medical services, including related personnel costs, training for
such personnel, and related equipment, supplies, vehicles and structures needed for the provision
of emergency medical services.
Section 4. The tax levy provided for herein must be approved by a majority of at least three-
fifths (3/5) of the registered voters of City of Arlington voting on the proposition, at which
election the number of persons voting “yes” on the proposition shall constitute three-fifths (3/5)
of a number equal to forty (40) percent of the total votes cast in the City at the last preceding
general election, when the number of registered voters voting on the proposition does not exceed
forty (40) percent of the total votes cast in the City in the last preceding general election; or by a
majority of at least three-fifths (3/5) of the registered voters of the City voting on the proposition
to levy when the number of registered voters on the proposition exceed forty (40) percent of the
total votes cast in the City in the last preceding election.
Section 5. For accounting purposes the City shall maintain records of receipt and expenditure of
the tax levy funds, and such records shall be available to the public at no charge.
Section 6. A referendum petition to remove the emergency medical services levy may be filed at
any time with the City Clerk, as the filing officer of the City. Within ten days of the filing of the
petition, the City Clerk shall confer with the petitioner concerning the form and style of the
petition, issue the petition an identification number and prepare an accurate, concise and positive
ballot title. The petitioner shall have thirty days after receiving the ballot title to obtain the
signatures of not less than fifteen percent of the registered voters of the City as of the last general
election. The petition forms shall contain the ballot title and the full text of the measure to be
referred. Upon return of the petition, the City Clerk, as filing officer, shall verify the sufficiency
of the signatures on the petition with the County elections department. If the petition contains
sufficient valid signatures, the City Clerk shall certify the referendum measure to the next
election to be held in the City; provided however, if an election is not scheduled within 180 days
from the date of the filing of the petition, the City Clerk shall certify the referendum measure to a
special election to be called for that purpose in accordance with RCW 29.13.020.
Section 7. The City Clerk is directed (a) to certify to the Auditor a copy of this Resolution No.
2011-001 showing its adoption by the City Council at least 45 days prior to the date of such
election; and (b) to perform such other duties as are necessary and required by law in submitting
to the voters of the City at the aforesaid election the proposition of whether such excess tax levy
shall be made.
Section 8. Severability. In the event any one or more of the provisions of this resolution shall
for any reason be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect or invalidate any other provisions
of this resolution, but this resolution shall be constructed and enforced as if such invalid
provision had not been contained therein; provided, that any provision which shall for any reason
be held by reason of its extent to be invalid shall be deemed to be in effect to the extent permitted
by law.
Resolution No. 2011-001 Page 3
Passed at a regular meeting this _______ day of ________________, 2011.
CITY OF ARLINGTON
____________________________________
Margaret Larson
Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
Kristin Banfield
City Clerk
Approved as to form:
_______________________________
Steven J. Peiffle
City Attorney