HomeMy WebLinkAboutSigned Minutes 07-01-24Minutes of the Arlington
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers
110 East 3rd Street
Monday, July 1, 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, Sheri Amundsen, Marc Hayes, Raelynn, Marty
Wray, Jonathan Ventura, Rory Bolter, City Attorney Steve Peiffle, Chelsea Brewer, and Wendy
Van Der Meersche.
Also Known to be Present: Kathy Vanney, Jerry Vanney, John Cermak, Dave Kraski, Steve
Maisch, Holly -Sloan Buchanan, Tim Abrahamson, and Randy Nobach.
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
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Michele Blythe moved and Councilmember Heather Logan seconded the
motion to approve the Consent Agenda that was unanimously carried:
1. Minutes of the June 17 and June 24 Council meetings
2. Accounts Payable: Approval of EFT Payments and Claims Checks #111000
through #111131 dated June 4, 2024 through June 17, 2024 for a total
of $1,365,299.52.
3. Low Bid Award for 3rd Street and 5th Street Parking Lots
4. Acceptance of Auto Theft Prevention Grant
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PUBLIC HEARING
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Permit Fee Waiver for the Flock ALPR Cameras Project
City Administrator Paul Ellis requested Council approve a permit fee waiver. The City has
applied for permits for the installation of Flock ALPR Cameras. The permit fee is $1,125.00.
The City Council may waive fees for non -profits and government agencies. Staff is
requesting that the fees be waived.
Councilmember Heather Logan moved, and Councilmember Michele Blythe seconded the
motion to move to approve waiver of permit fees for the Flock ALPR cameras project. The
motion passed unanimously.
Permit Fee Waiver for SR 530 Crossing for Fiber
City Administrator Paul Ellis requested Council approve a permit fee waiver for right of
way permit fees for the Fiber Installation Project. Historically, Council has waived fees for
city construction permits. IT is requesting that the right of way permit fee be waived.
Councilmember Jan Schuette moved, and Councilmember Debora Nelson seconded the
motion to approve waiving permit fees for the SR530 Crossing Fiber Installation Project.
The motion passed unanimously.
Permit Fee Waiver for Right of Way at Smokey Point Community Park
City Administrator Paul Ellis requested Council approve a permit fee waiver right of way
permitting, for Snohomish County PUD to install underground power related to the Smokey
Point Community Park project.
Historically, permit fees have been waived for City projects. Staff is requesting that council
grant consideration to waive right-of-way permitting fees related to the Smokey Point
Community Park project. The fees being considered are in the amount of $ 1,125.00.
Councilmember Debora Nelson moved, and Councilmember Michele Blythe seconded the
motion to approve waiving permit fees for the Smokey Point Community Park project
right-of-way fees. The motion passed unanimously.
Funding for Phase II of the Smokey Point Community Park
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes requested authorization to
commit available funds and to begin bid processes for the construction of Phase II of the
park.
Phase I of the SPCP is well underway and with these available funds staff would like to
begin the bid process now to ensure a seamless transition for Phase II of the park and
complete the park this year, instead of opening the western portion this year and then
coming back in 2025 to complete the eastern portion.
Councilmember Debora Nelson moved, and Councilmember Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam_
seconded the motion to authorize the identified funds to be expended for Phase II of the
Smokey Point Community Park project, and allow staff, and their consultant,
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to move forward with the bid process in order to complete construction of the park. The
motion passed unanimously.
Snohomish County Public Utility District No.1 Easement Request
Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes reviewed an easement
request from Snohomish County Public Utility District No 1 (PUD) for an easement ten (10)
feet in width to place a new underground electrical service and transformer to provide
electrical power for the entire park site. This new electrical service will be placed within
public right of way, across 178th St. NE from south to north and within the park property.
Councilmember Rob Toyer moved, and Councilmember Michele Blythe seconded the
motion to approve the easement request from the Snohomish County Public Utility District
No. 1 and authorized the Mayor to sign the easement. The motion passed unanimously.
Resolution to Waive Fly -In (SkyFest) Land Use Fees
Airport Director Marty Wray reviewed the resolution to waive land use fees for the
annual Fly -In (SkyFest).
In 2016, the City Council voted to approve waiving fees for the Arlington Fly -In with FAA
approval. The FAA did agree that this use was consistent with the grant assurances for the
airport.
Councilmember Jan Schuette moved, and Councilmember Heather Logan seconded the
motion to approve the resolution waiving land use fees for the Fly -In (SkyFest) and
authorized the Mayor to sign the resolution. The motion tied three to three, with
Councilmembers Michele Blythe, Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam, and Leisha Nobach voting
no. City Attorney Steve Peiffle stated that in this situation, state law authorizes the Mayor
to cast a deciding vote. Mayor Vanney voted yes. The motion passed four to three.
Perimeter Fencing Improvements Project
Airport Director Marty Wray reviewed the Perimeter Fencing Improvements Project that
was approved as part of the airport's biennial budget, and involves design (previously
approved), construction, and construction administration services.
Councilmember Yvonne Gallardo-Van Orman moved, and Councilmember Heather Logan
seconded the motion to authorize the Mayor to sign the contract with Dallum Build
Company in the amount of $345,803.34 for the Perimeter Fencing Improvement Project; to
authorize the Mayor to sign the Professional Services Agreement with DOWL in the amount
not to exceed $99,560.00 for construction administration services; and to authorized the
Mayor and City Attorney to sign the WSDOT Airport Aid Grant offer and FAA Grant offer,
subject to grant award.
Taxiway Alpha Improvements Project
Airport Director Marty Wray reviewed the Taxiway Alpha Improvements Project, which
was approved as part of the airport's bi-annual budget, and involves design (previously
approved), construction, and construction administration services.
Councilmember Yvonne Gallardo-Van Orman moved, and Councilmember Debora Nelson
seconded the motion to authorize the Mayor to sign the contract with SRV Construction in
the amount of $5,876,497.01 for the Taxiway Alpha Improvements Project;
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to authorize the Mayor to sign the Professional Services Agreement with DOWL in the
amount not to exceed $430,000.00 for construction administration services (subject to the
IFE being approved by the FAA); and to authorize the Mayor and City Attorney to sign the
WSDOT Airport Aid Grant offer and FAA Grant offer, subject to grant award. The motion
passed unanimously.
COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
None.
ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
None.
MAYOR'S REPORT
None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Council, them eting was adjourned at 6:22 p.m.
Don E. Vanney, Mayor
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