HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 06-17-24Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East 3rd Street
Monday, June 17, 2024
Councilmembers Present: Heather Logan, Debora Nelson, Michele Blythe, Yvonne
Gallardo-Van Ornam, Leisha Nobach and Jan Schuette.
Council Members Absent: Rob Toyer, excused.
Staff Present: Mayor Don Vanney, Paul Ellis, Kristin Garcia, Mike Gilbert, Marc Hayes, Amy
Rusko, City Attorney Steve Peiffle, Chelsea Brewer, and Julie Petersen.
Also Known to be Present: Kathy Vanney, Nathan Senff, Randy Nobach, Steve Maisch,
Holly -Sloan Buchanan, Sid Logan, John Cermak, John Knisley, and Tim Abrahamson.
Mayor Don Vanney 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 Tem Michele Blythe moved to approve the agenda as presented. Councilmember
Debora Nelson seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous vote.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
None.
PROCLAMATIONS
Councilmember Debora Nelson read the Juneteenth proclamation.
PUBLIC COMMENT
John Knisley, Arlington, provided comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Michele Blythe moved, and Councilmember Debora Nelson seconded the
motion to approve the Consent Agenda that was unanimously carried:
1. Minutes of the June 3 and June 10, 2024, Council meetings.
2. Approval of Petty Cash Check #2034; EFT Payments and Claims Checks #110899
through #110999 dated May 21, 2024, through June 3, 2024, for $1,011,195.06; and
Approval of Payroll EFT Payments and Check #30365 through #30376 dated May 1,
2024, through May 31, 2024, in the amount of $1,415,095.60.
3. Resolution Adopting a Revised Cemetery Fee Schedule.
4. Ordinance Adding New Arlington Municipal Code Section 2.32.070 Relating to Police
Commissions.
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S. Ordinance Amending Arlington Municipal Code Section 10.54.050(d) Relating to City
Parking Regulations.
6. Ordinance Amending Arlington Municipal Code Chapter 20.08 Zoning Definitions.
7. Ordinance Amending Arlington Municipal Code 20.76 Relating to Screening and
Trees.
8. Ordinance Approving Watanabe Rezone.
9. Ordinance Approving Sno-Isle Library Rezone.
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution Authorizing Application for Recreation and Conservation Office
Grant for Jensen Park Bike Pump Track
City Administrator Paul Ellis reviewed the request from staff to apply for $350,000 from WA
State RCO to design and construct a bicycle pump track at Jensen Park. Discussion followed
with Mr. Ellis answering Council questions.
Councilmember Debora Nelson moved, and Councilmember Heather Logan seconded the
motion to approve the resolution and authorize the Mayor to sign it. The motion passed
unanimously.
National Opioid Settlement
City Attorney Steve Peiffle reviewed the proposed nationwide settlement agreement that
has been reached would resolve the legal claims of states and local political subdivisions
against regional supermarket pharmacy Kroger Co. related to alleged misconduct related to
opioids. Discussion followed with Mr. Peiffle answering Council questions.
Councilmember Heather Logan moved, and Councilmember Michele Blythe seconded the
motion to approve the City's participation in the nationwide Kroger Co. Settlement litigation
and authorize the Mayor or City Administrator to sign the participation forms and related
documentation. The motion passed unanimously.
Succession Planning
City Administrator Paul Ellis requested modifications to the full-time employee 2024 roster
in the amount of $150,000 to allow for a succession plan to accommodate the transition of
staff with some overlap and time to backfill existing positions with upcoming retirements in
Community and Economic Development, Finance, and Police departments. Discussion
followed with Mr. Ellis answering Council questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Michele Blythe moved, and Councilmember Debora Nelson seconded the
motion to approve the resolution and authorize the Mayor to sign it. The motion passed
unanimously.
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Appointment
Finance Director Kristin Garcia reviewed two position openings on the Lodging Tax
Advisory committee for "individuals representing organizations that collect the tax."
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These individuals represent hotels within the City of Arlington. Rachel Ralson, who is
representing the Hotel Services Group (Best Western), was the only applicant. Staff
recommends appointing Ms. Ralson to the committee as the committee will need to begin
work in July for the 2025 grant awards. Staff will continue to look for an additional hotelier
to serve on the committee.
Councilmember Debora Nelson moved, and Councilmember Heather Logan seconded the
motion to confirm the appointment of Rachel Ralson to the Lodging Tax Advisory
committee. The motion passed unanimously.
COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmember Heather Logan shared that Snohomish County overdose death count has
fallen and referred to the June 12, 2024, article in the Everett Herald.
Councilmember Michele Blythe thanked Fire Chief John Cermak for giving her a tour of the
firehouses and for taking time to answer her questions.
Councilmember Yvonne Galardo also thanked Fire Chief John Cermak for his time in
providing a tour of the firehouses. She also thanked those who helped make the Arlington
High School Senior all-night party a safe place for the kids.
Councilmember Debora Nelson thanked the staff for the Friday car show newsletter article.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator Paul Ellis shared that he would follow up with the Airport staff who met
with Reece Construction, and he will report back to the City Council with that information.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Vanney announced that he attended the last day of school celebration at Legion Park
where 237 kids attended. He announced he will be attending the AWC Annual Conference
this week.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:26
p.m.
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Don ff. Vanney, Mayor
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