HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 07-17-23Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East 3rd Street
Monday, July 17, 2023
Councilmembers Present: Don Vanney, Heather Logan, Debora Nelson, Marilyn Oertle,
Jan Schuette, Michele Blythe, and Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam.
Council Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Mayor Barb Tolbert, Paul Ellis, James Trefry, Mike Gilbert, Jim Kelly, Kris
Wallace, City Attorney Steve Peiffle, Tony Orr, and Wendy Van Der Meersche.
Also Known to be Present: Kathy Vanney, Bob Nelson, Sid Logan, Steve Maisch, Holly
Sloan -Buchanan, Scott Boe, Dawnelle Holt, Liz Vogeli, Madeline Gerwick, Sue Ward, Chris
Edwards, Tyler Johnson, Ryan Johnson, Tom Howie, Linda Parrish, Carolyn Lance, Kenzie,
Killebrew, Kaitlyn Lindsey, Delphine Ferreira, and other members of the public, and Saffron
Coehlo, who joined with Zoom.
Mayor Barb Tolbert called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m., and the Pledge of Allegiance
and roll call followed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tern Jan Schuette moved to approve the agenda as presented. Councilmember
Don Vanney seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous vote.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
None.
PROCLAMATIONS
None.
Mayor Tolbert introduced City Attorney Steve Peiffle, who stated that the City has
continued to solicit advice regarding its responsibility to its citizens and to the Arlington
Pride organization. Mr. Peiffle has provided legal counsel, and there have been discussions
with other legal counsel. There is an upcoming meeting Wednesday that will be helpful in
discussing this issue. The City will continue to do it's best to follow the law established
under both the state and federal constitutions, Washington State Law and Case Law
Authority. Mr. Peiffle stated that this is not an issue that the City is ignoring.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Saffron Coehlo, Lake Stevens, provided comments, via Zoom.
Scott Boe, Arlington, provided comments.
Dawnelle Holt, Arlington, provided comments.
Liz Vogeli, Everett, provided comments.
Madeline Gerwick, Arlington, provided comments.
Sue Ward, Arlington, provided comments.
Chris Edwards, Darrington, provided comments.
Tyler Johnson, Arlington, provided comments.
Ryan Johnson, Arlington, provided comments.
Tom Howie, Snohomish County, provided comments.
Linda Parrish, Arlington, provided comments.
Carolyn Lance, Arlington, provided comments.
Kenzie Killebrew, Arlington, provided comments.
Kaitlyn Lindsey, Arlington, provided comments.
Delphine Ferreira, Arlington, provided comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Jan Schuette moved, and Councilmember Marilyn Certle seconded the
motion to approve the Consent Agenda that was unanimously carried:
1. Minutes of the July 3 and July 10, 2023 Council meetings
2. Accounts Payable:
Approval of Petty Cash Checks #2024; EFT Payments and Claims Checks:
#108537 through #108639 dated July 4, 2023 through July 17, 2023
for a total of $517,282.90; Approval of Payroll EFT Payments and
Check #30288 through #30295 dated June 1, 2023 through
June 30, 2023 in the amount of $1,323,345.93.
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Mobile Integrated Health Program
City Administrator Paul requested Council approve Amendment No. 1 to the contract with
Washington State Health Care Authority and the contract with Center for Justice Social
Work.
The City received $750,000 in grant funding to continue the Mobile Integrated Health
Program an additional two years. The agreement will begin August 1, 2023, and conclude
July 31, 2025. The current year-end report is due by July 31, 2023, and will be provided to
City Council as soon as it is available.
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The City previously entered into a contract with Washington State Health Care Authority
(HCA) to provide support to individuals experiencing behavioral distress, with funds
distributed by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Those funds are paid to the Center for
Justice Social Work (CJSW). A brief discussion followed with Mr. Ellis answering Council
questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Jan Schuette moved, and Councilmember Heather Logan seconded the
motion to approve the contract amendment with HCA and approve the contract with CJSW
and authorized the Mayor to sign both documents. The motion passed unanimously.
Acceptance of Phase 1 of the 173rd Street Project
Public Works Director Jim Kelly requested Council approve the final acceptance of the
173rd St Phase 1 Project that was completed by Reece Construction, Inc.
Councilmember Don Vanney moved, and Councilmember Debora Nelson seconded the
motion to approve final acceptance of the 173rd St Phase 1 Project completed by Reece
Construction, Inc. The motion passed unanimously.
Acceptance of 40th Avenue and 172nd Street Intersection Project
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the final acceptance of the 40th Ave/172nd St
Intersection Project that was completed by Interwest Construction, Inc.
Councilmember Michele Blythe moved, and Councilmember Debora Nelson seconded the
motion to approve final acceptance of the 40th Ave and 172nd St Intersection Project
completed by Interwest Construction, Inc. The motion passed unanimously.
Renewal of Water Service Agreement with Snohomish County PUD
Public Works Director Jim Kelly requested Council approve the renewal of the Water
Service Agreement with Snohomish County PUD in order for Arlington to continue to
purchase water to supplement City water needs.
Councilmember Debora Nelson moved, and Councilmember Don Vanney seconded the
motion to approve the wholesale water agreement between the City of Arlington and
Snohomish PUD for supplemental water purchase. The motion passed unanimously.
Low Bid Award for the 204th Street and 74th Avenue Intersection
Public Works Director Jim Kelly requested Council award the 204th/74th Intersection
Project to Reece Construction Company.
Councilmember Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam moved, and Councilmember Michele Blythe
seconded the motion to award the 204th/74th Intersection Project to Reece Construction
Company in the amount of $1,199,999.00 and authorized the Mayor to sign the
Construction Contract. The motion passed unanimously.
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COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmember Don Vanney stated he will be attending a public safety crime prevention
committee meeting in Tacoma.
ADMINISTRATOR_& STAFF REPORTS
None.
MAYOR'S REPORT
None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:53
p.m.
Barbara Tolbert, Mayor
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