HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 05-28-24Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Workshop
Council Chambers
110 East 3rd Street
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Councilmembers Present: Heather Logan, Rob Toyer, Debora Nelson, Michele Blythe,
Leisha Nobach, and Jan Schuette.
Council Members Absent: Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam, excused absence.
Staff Present: Mayor Don Vanney, Paul Ellis, Kristin Garcia, Jim Kelly, Kris Wallace, Marc
Hayes, Mike Gilbert, Chelsea Brewer, Rob Soule, City Attorney Steve Peiffle, and Wendy
Van Der Meersche.
Also Known to be Present: Kathy Vanney, Randy Nobach, Nathan Senff, Tim Abrahamson,
and Gayle Roeber.
Mayor Don Vanney called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm, and the Pledge of Allegiance and
roll call followed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tern Michele Blythe moved to approve the agenda as presented. Councilmember
Leisha Nobach seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous vote.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL QUESTSBIND PRESENTATIONS
None.
WORKSHOP ITEMS - NO ACTION WA,S_TAKEN
Contract with Department of Commerce for Commercial Kitchen Facility
City Administrator Paul Ellis reviewed a contract with Department of Commerce. The City
received a grant from the Department of Commerce in the amount of $563,570 to design a
commercial kitchen facility at the food truck court. Discussion followed with Mr. Ellis
answering Council questions.
Ordinance Extending a Moratorium for Island Crossing Development
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes reviewed an ordinance. This
interim ordinance provides for a six-month extension of the Island Crossing Moratorium
allowing for a Subarea Plan to be developed by the city staff and their consultant. The current
interim emergency ordinance is due to expire on June 12, 2024, and requires an extension of
that moratorium timeline to complete the described work. Discussion followed with Mr.
Hayes answering Council questions.
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Programming Services for MBR Program at Water Reclamation Facility
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the MBR programming with Kubota Membrane
USA for the City of Arlington's Water Reclamation Facility.
The City of Arlington's membrane bioreactor (MBR) process (membranes and computer
operating program) were placed into operation in 2010. The Kubota flat plat membranes
were replaced on all of the MBR trains in 2022-2023 due to age. Likewise, the current
computer program is 14 years old and outdated to the point it cannot communicate with
newer, upgraded system components. This procurement is for the purchase of a current
Kubota flat plate membrane operating computer program and labor for installation and
training. Discussion followed with Mr. Kelly answering Council questions.
Amendment #3 to the BHC contract for MBR Optimization at the Water Reclamation
Facility
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed additional work necessary with BHC.
The City contracted with BHC in 2021 for support services during the membrane
replacement and optimization project. While the MBR replacement is complete, during the
optimization phase it was determined that the MBR blowers and MBR control program are
both not operating in an efficient and effective manner. The Scope of Work (SOW) and fee
estimate from BHC is for additional work requested for new MBR blower design, selection,
sizing, specification, and support at the Water Reclamation Facility. Discussion followed with
Mr. Kelly answering Council questions.
Scope of Work and Fee from Commonstreet Consulting for the 188th/Smokey Point
Blvd Roundabout Project
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the Scope and Fee from Commonstreet Consulting
for additional right of way negotiations and work for the 188th/Smokey Point Blvd
Roundabout project. Discussion followed with Mr. Kelly answering Council questions.
April 2024 Financial Report
Finance Director Kristin Garcia reviewed the April 2024 financial report.
Community and Economic Development 2nd Quarter Report
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes the second quarter report.
Utilities and Transportation 2nd Quarter Report
Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the second quarter report.
ADMINISTRATOR AND STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator Paul Ellis stated that after the June 3 Council meeting, the Mayor and
Councilmembers are invited to attend a reception in the police department to celebrate the
department's recent accreditation.
MAYOR'S REPORT
None.
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COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmember Heather Logan reported that data from all Snohomish County hospitals
shows a steady decline in the estimated number of opioid overdose hospitalizations. She also
reported that the Point of Time count has concluded, and it showed 9.6% fewer people
experiencing homelessness in Snohomish County. Training is available for families of those
with substance abuse problems by registering at the Washington State Community
Connectors website.
Councilmember Michele Blythe stated that she appreciates Arlington's proactive measures
improving homelessness that were featured in the City's Arlington Update newsletter.
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Councilmembers had nothing to report this evening.
PUBLIC COMMENT
City Clerk Wendy Van Der Meersche read a public comment of thanks to Councilmembers
emailed from Pony Estates resident James Chapman.
REVIEW OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
Councilmembers discussed and agreed to place the following agenda items on the consent
agenda for the June 3, 2024 Council meeting:
3. Programming Services for MBR Program at Water Reclamation Facility
4. Amendment #3 to the BHC contract for MBR Optimization at the Water Reclamation
Facility
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:14 p.m.
J
Don E. anney, Mayor
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