Arlington public meetings in 2023
123 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Arlington City Council will consider adopting an ordinance amending the 2023 budget and modifying the 2024 budget, approve a timeline for filling a council vacancy, and act on multiple interlocal agreements and contracts. The consent agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes and accounts payable, while new business covers the budget amendment, vacancy timeline, and agreements for pickleball courts, the Jensen Park restroom project, and various engineering and design services.
- Adopt ordinance amending 2023 budget and modifying 2024 budget
- Approve council vacancy timeline
- Interlocal agreements with Snohomish County and Arlington School District No. 16 for pickleball courts
- Permit fee waiver for Jensen Park restroom project and MOU with Rotary Club for bicycle pump track
- Contracts for engineering services, utility/pavement design, water treatment plant design, and traffic cameras
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is discussing and planning two spring events: one for middle school teens focused on anti-vaping education, and one for high school teens focused on mental health. They will also consider approving November meeting minutes and updating a resource brochure.
- Anti-vaping education event for middle school teens, possibly May 17 or 24, at Legion Park with Youth Dynamics
- Mental health event for high school teens, possibly April 26, at the Boys & Girls Club Teen Center
- Update of resource brochure and social media projects
- Approval of November meeting minutes
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF 1 Disability Board will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from August 9, 2023, and then enter a closed session to review and approve current disability claims. The meeting is open to the public with a virtual option, and public comment is allowed on non-agenda items. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Approval of meeting minutes from August 9, 2023
- Review and approval of current claims (closed session)
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
- 2024 meeting schedule with several cancellations if no new business
Airport Commission
The Commission will decide on a lease termination agreement with KVA Electric Inc., review Peeters LLC's lease, and consider changes to airport rates and fees.
- Lease Termination Agreement with KVA Electric Inc.
- Peeters LLC Lease
- Rates and Fees Change
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several items, including an ordinance amending the 2023 and 2024 budgets, interlocal agreements for pickleball courts and a restroom project, and contracts for engineering services and water treatment plant design. No final action will be taken at this workshop.
- Ordinance amending the 2023 budget and modifying the 2024 budget
- Interlocal agreements with Snohomish County and Arlington School District for pickleball courts
- Interlocal agreement with Snohomish County for funding the Jensen Restroom Project
- Permit fee waiver request for installation of police cameras
- Contract with BHC for water treatment plant design
Civil Service Commission
The Arlington Civil Service Commission will review and certify entry-level police officer oral board scoring results and eligibility lists, and consider certifying a lateral applicant's score. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a police department report on personnel and recruitment.
- Certify Entry Level Oral Board Scoring Results, Nov. 15, 2023
- Certify Entry Level Oral Board Scoring Results, Nov. 20, 2023
- Certify Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List, Dec. 06, 2023
- Request to certify one Lateral Oral Board applicant score on Dec. 14, 2023
- Approval of November 7, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the 2024 Work Plan. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Discussion of 2024 Work Plan
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold public hearings on the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan for 2024-2029 and an ordinance extending the moratorium for Island Crossing. New business includes an addendum to a legal services contract, authorization to purchase a CXT Precast Concrete Restroom and Concession Facility for the Smokey Point Park Project, and an ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code Chapter 20.98.
- Public hearing on Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan for 2024-2029
- Public hearing on ordinance extending the moratorium for Island Crossing
- Addendum to contract for legal services
- Authorization to purchase CXT Precast Concrete Restroom and Concession Facility for Smokey Point Park Project
- Ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code Chapter 20.98
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop on several items, including an ordinance to extend the moratorium for Island Crossing, a six-year transportation improvement plan for 2024-2029, and a contract amendment. No final action will be taken at this meeting.
- Ordinance extending the moratorium for Island Crossing
- Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan for 2024-2029
- Amendment #2 to the BHC Contract
- Authorization to purchase CXT Precast Concrete Restroom and Concession Facility for Smokey Point Park project
- October Financial Report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the AMC Chapter 20.98 SEPA Code Amendment. Commissioners will also submit comments on Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies.
- Public hearing on AMC Chapter 20.98 SEPA Code Amendment
- Submission of Comprehensive Plan Goal & Policies comments
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution setting the 2024 regular property tax levy. The council will also consider ordinances amending the municipal code for water and sewers and for supplemental uses. Consent agenda items include declaring property as surplus and approving a design contract for the 169th St NE Connecting Segment.
- Public hearing on Resolution Setting the 2024 Regular Property Tax Levy
- Ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code Title 13 Water and Sewers
- Ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code Chapter 20.44 Supplemental Uses
- Resolution Declaring Property as Surplus
- Amendment No. 1 to the 169th St NE Connecting Segment Design Contract with SCJ Alliance
Airport Commission
The Commission will review a Code of Ethics and discuss Country Green. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Master Plan Consultant decision and the Point Church RFP/Building Surplus.
- Review of Code of Ethics (Attachment A)
- Discussion of Country Green (Attachment B)
- Master Plan Consultant Decision update
- Point Church RFP/Building Surplus update
Cemetery Board
The board is reviewing various styles and costs for Garden Glen niche walls and a columbarium. Members are also addressing concerns regarding excessive decorative items on gravesites that obstruct burial preparations.
- Evaluation of 3-4 different options for Niche Wall styles and costs
- Development of a plan to contact families regarding unauthorized grave decorations
- Discussion of potential grant applications with support from Token of Grace
- Review of revenue and expense reports for May through August
City Council
This is a workshop meeting, so no final action will be taken. The council will discuss resolutions on the 2024 regular property tax levy and declaring property surplus, as well as amendments to water/sewer code and supplemental uses code. They will also receive third-quarter reports from the police department and the North County Regional Fire Authority.
- Resolution setting the 2024 Regular Property Tax Levy
- Resolution declaring property as surplus
- Amendment No. 1 to the 169th St NE Connecting Segment Design Contract with SCJ Alliance
- Ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code Title 13 (Water and Sewer)
- Ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code Chapter 20.44 (Supplemental Uses)
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is meeting to approve October minutes, hear a guest presentation on building financial success, elect officers, and discuss focus project ideas. The agenda also includes a reminder on parliamentary procedure and the Open Public Meeting Act.
- Approval of October minutes
- Presentation on building financial success by guest John Branthoover
- Election of officers
- Discussion of focus project ideas
- Reminder on Parliamentary Procedure and Open Public Meeting Act
City Council
This is a special meeting where a majority of the City Council will attend an exit conference for the 2022 Accountability Audit by the Washington State Auditor's Office. No other business will be conducted.
- Exit conference for the 2022 Accountability Audit by the Washington State Auditor's Office
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss specific planning updates. The body will review a proposed amendment to the SEPA code and discuss Comprehensive Plan goals and policies.
- AMC Chapter 20.98 SEPA Code Amendment
- Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies discussion
- Introduction of new Planning Commissioners
Civil Service Commission
The Arlington Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to appoint Julie Petersen as Civil Service Secretary/Chief Examiner while the city recruits a new HR Director. The commission will also review police department personnel actions, certify entry-level and lateral officer oral board scoring results, and approve eligibility list removals. Additionally, they will set the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Appoint Julie Petersen as Civil Service Secretary/Chief Examiner
- Certify Entry Level Oral Board Scoring Results for Oct 6, 13, 19, 2023
- Certify Lateral Police Officer Scoring Results for Oct 6, 2023
- Approve Entry and Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List Removals for Nov 7, 2023
- Adopt 2024 meeting schedule (first Wednesday monthly at 9:00 a.m.)
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a public hearing, and several new business items. Key decisions include the 2024 lodging tax distribution, appointments to the Planning Commission, dedication of real property for right of way, a request to transfer ARPA funds, and an amendment for the Haller Wellfield Improvement Project. The meeting also includes a swearing-in ceremony for Officer Abi Black and a proclamation.
- 2024 Lodging Tax Distribution (Attachment F)
- Appointments to Planning Commission (Attachment G)
- Dedication of Real Property for Public Right of Way for 63rd Ave. NE and 188th St. NE (Attachment H)
- Request to Transfer American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds (Attachment I)
- Amendment No. 3 for Haller Wellfield Improvement Project (Attachment J)
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission and Tree Board meeting scheduled for October 24, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a workshop to discuss proposed 2024 tax levy scenarios, amendments to contracts with Airside Solutions, and new contracts with Process Solutions and SCJ for 211th design. No final action will be taken at this meeting. The council will also review the September financial report and a request to transfer ARPA funds.
- 2024 Proposed Tax Levy Scenarios
- Amendment to contract with Airside Solutions
- Contract with Process Solutions
- Contract with SCJ for 211th Design
- Request to transfer American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the supplemental use code (AMC Chapter 20.44) and the water and sewer code (Title 13) regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The commission will also discuss design review binders and a public comment letter. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- Public hearing on AMC Chapter 20.44 Supplemental Use Code Amendment, including Master Planned Neighborhood Development and Accessory Dwelling Units
- Public hearing on AMC Title 13 Water and Sewer Code Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units (Sections 13.04.180, 13.08.130, 13.12.020, 13.12.120, 13.12.510)
- Distribution of Kari Ilonummi Public Comment Letter
- Distribution of Design Review Binders and Discussion
- Approval of minutes from September 19 and October 3, 2023 meetings
City Council
The Arlington City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and accounts payable, and will hold a public hearing. Under new business, the council will consider a grant agreement with the Department of Commerce for commercial kitchen design, appoint youth council members, and amend Ordinance No. 2016-005.
- Grant agreement with Department of Commerce for Commercial Kitchen Design
- Youth Council Appointments
- Amendment of Ordinance No. 2016-005
- Approval of minutes from multiple meetings
- Accounts Payable approval
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is meeting to conduct introductions, review parliamentary procedure, and complete required training on the Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records Act. They will also discuss the appointment of Youth Council members at the upcoming City Council meeting, engage in a team-building mural activity, and brainstorm ideas for a focus project. The next meeting will include officer elections.
- Appointment of Youth Council at City Council meeting on Oct. 16 at 6pm
- Team-building paint a mural activity
- Brainstorm ideas for focus project
- Next meeting to elect officers and bring focus project ideas
Airport Commission
The Commission will review a new fee resolution and receive updates on Master Plan consultant and intern interviews. The meeting also includes information regarding the Vashon Facility.
- Fee Resolution (Attachment A)
- Master Plan Consultant Interviews
- Intern Interviews
- Vashon Facility update
City Council
The Arlington City Council, Planning Commission, and Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss Smokey Point Park. No final action will be taken; the item is for discussion only.
- Discussion of Smokey Point Park
City Council
The Arlington City Council is holding a workshop meeting with no final action expected. They will review the results of a broadband feasibility study, the August 2023 financial report, the September 2023 police report, and the North County Regional Fire Authority's second quarter report. The meeting also includes a land acknowledgement recognizing Indigenous Peoples Day and time for public comment.
- Lit Communities Broadband Feasibility Study Results (Attachment A)
- August 2023 Financial Report (Attachment B)
- Police Report for September 2023 (Attachment C)
- North County Regional Fire Authority 2nd Quarter Report (Attachment D)
- Land Acknowledgement Recognizing Indigenous Peoples Day
City Council
The Arlington City Council is holding a budget retreat to review and discuss 2023-2024 budget amendments and the police strategic plan. The meeting includes agenda approval, ground rules, and miscellaneous items before adjournment.
- Review of 2023-2024 budget amendments
- Review of police strategic plan
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed amendments to the supplemental use code (Chapter 20.44) regarding Master Planned Neighborhood Development and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), as well as amendments to Title 13 (Water and Sewer Code) concerning ADU connection requirements. They will also discuss the commission's meeting time and vacancies. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Discussion of AMC Chapter 20.44 Supplemental Use Code Amendment (Sections 20.44.032 and 20.44.042)
- Discussion of AMC Title 13 Water and Sewer Code Amendment (Sections 13.04.180, 13.08.130, 13.12.020, 13.12.120, 13.12.510)
- Discussion of Planning Commission meeting time
- Update on Planning Commissioner vacancies
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a consent agenda, and new business items. The council will consider amendments to the fee resolution, an ordinance revising the special events policy, and a sole source resolution for purchasing surplus snow removal equipment. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Department of Health Water Department and approval of prior meeting minutes and accounts payable.
- Amendment to Fee Resolution
- Ordinance Revising Special Events Policy
- Sole Source Resolution for Purchase of Surplus Snow Removal Equipment
- Accounts Payable approval
- Department of Health Water Department Award presentation
City Council
This is a special meeting notice stating that a majority of the Arlington City Council will gather solely for the exit conference on the 2022 Financial and Federal Audit by the Washington State Auditor's Office. No other business will be transacted. The agenda is purely procedural and contains no decisions or discussion items.
- Exit conference for 2022 Financial and Federal Audit by Washington State Auditor's Office
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission will hear a presentation on the Parks Master Plan draft and receive updates on public art projects, including murals, sculptures, and banners. The meeting also covers park maintenance projects and a proposed pickleball project. Several completed and ongoing art installations are listed.
- Parks Master Plan draft presentation by Planning Manager Amy Rusko
- Call for public art projects: 2024 application open
- Large mural for Boys & Girls Club with community paint event in October
- Power box wraps to be installed in October
- Pickleball proposed project discussed
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several items, including a fee resolution amendment, an ordinance revising the special events policy, and a sole source resolution for purchasing surplus snow removal equipment. No final action will be taken at this workshop. The council will also receive third-quarter reports from the Community and Economic Development and Utilities and Transportation departments.
- Amendment to Fee Resolution
- Ordinance Revising Special Events Policy
- Sole Source Resolution for Purchase of Surplus Snow Removal Equipment
- Community and Economic Development Third Quarter Report
- Utilities and Transportation Third Quarter Report
Cemetery Board
The board is reviewing cemetery activities, revenue and expense reports, and updates on irrigation and street signs. New business includes discussing notifications for excess decorations and a grant application due October 31, 2023.
- Preserving Historic Cemetery Grant Application due October 31, 2023
- Update on Garden Glen and Niche Wall planning
- Review of revenue and expense reports
- Street sign installation update
- Irrigation system maintenance update
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a design review for Jaspen’s Inc. and a review of Comprehensive Plan sections. The meeting includes public comment and updates from commissioners and staff.
- Jaspen’s Inc. Design Review (Attachment C)
- Comprehensive Plan Sections Review
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several consent agenda items, including a sole source resolution for airport on-call services and an amendment to the SR-530 roundabout design contract. The meeting also includes a presentation from summer interns, a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month, and an appointment to the Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission.
- Sole Source Resolution for Airport On-Call Services
- Amendment No. 3 to SR-530 Roundabout Design
- Appointment to Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission
- Proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month
- Presentation by summer interns Mackenzie Moff and Baile Linklater
Airport Commission
This is an informational meeting with no new business scheduled for decision. The Commission will receive updates on various airport projects, including the Capital Improvement Plan and solar contract.
- Capital Improvement Plan – FAA update
- Master Plan RFQ update
- Solar Contract update
- Charging Station update
- Status of Point Church Building and Northwest Custom Aircraft Hangar
City Council
The council will hold a workshop on three items: a sole-source resolution for airport on-call services, an amendment for the Haller Wellfield Improvement Project, and a third amendment for the SR-530 roundabout design. A special meeting will follow to consider Amendment No. 2 to an interlocal cooperation agreement. No final action will be taken during the workshop.
- Sole Source Resolution for Airport On-Call Services
- Amendment No. 1 for Haller Wellfield Improvement Project
- Amendment No. 3 to SR-530 Roundabout Design
- Amendment No. 2 to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (final action possible)
The City Council approved a renewal of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Snohomish County for HUD funding for fiscal years 2024-2026. Other items regarding airport services, wellfield improvements, and roundabout design were discussed in a workshop but no action was taken.
- Approved Amendment 2 of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Snohomish County for HUD funding (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss two proposed code amendments: one to Chapter 20.44 regarding supplemental uses and another to Title 13 regarding water and sewer regulations. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker, and the meeting is held in person with options for written comment or viewing via YouTube.
- Discussion of AMC Chapter 20.44 Supplemental Uses Code Amendment
- Discussion of AMC Title 13 Water and Sewer Code Amendment
- Public comment period (3-minute limit)
- Staff updates on current projects
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The meeting was cancelled and did not occur.
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting solely for the entrance conference of the 2022 Financial and 2021/2022 Accountability Audits by the Washington State Auditor’s Office. No other business will be discussed or decided.
- Entrance conference for the 2022 Financial Audit by the Washington State Auditor’s Office
- Entrance conference for the 2021/2022 Accountability Audit by the Washington State Auditor’s Office
The City Council met with the Washington State Auditor’s Office to discuss the scope of upcoming audits. The auditors outlined plans to evaluate accountability, financial statements, and federal grant compliance. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during this meeting.
Civil Service Commission
The Arlington Civil Service Commission will consider certifying a Police Services Technician II eligibility list and an Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list, along with removals from the officer list. The commission will also receive a Police Department report on personnel actions and recruitment.
- Certify Police Services Technician II Eligibility List
- Certify Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
- Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List Removals
- Police Services Technician II Oral Board Scoring Results from August 8, 2023
- Police Department report on personnel actions and recruitment
LEOFF I Disability Board
The LEOFF 1 Disability Board will review and approve current disability claims in closed session, consider proposed changes to board rules, and adopt the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes approval of July 12 meeting minutes and public comment.
- Review and approval of current claims (closed session)
- Review and approval of proposed changes to LEOFF 1 Disability Board Rules
- Approval of 2024 meeting schedule with several months marked for cancellation if no new business
- Approval of July 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Airport Commission
The scheduled meeting for the Arlington Airport Commission on August 8, 2023, has been canceled. No business was conducted.
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a special meeting to consider several consent agenda items, including an interlocal agreement with Snohomish County for solid waste services, a sole source resolution for wastewater treatment plant pump repair, and adoption of revised financial policies. New business items include a contract amendment for the 520 Booster Pump Station project, dedication of real property for public right of way, an update on Smokey Point Park, and architectural and engineering services for a police impound facility and public works storage.
- Interlocal Agreement with Snohomish County for Solid Waste Services
- Sole Source Resolution for Wastewater Treatment Plant Pump Purchase and Repair
- Amendment #1 to the RH2 Contract for the 520 Booster Pump Station Install Project
- Dedication of Real Property for Public Right of Way
- Architectural and Engineering Services for the Police Impound Facility and Public Works Storage
The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including design services for a booster pump station and a police impound facility. The council also accepted a real property dedication for the Pilchuck Village project and approved a solid waste agreement with Snohomish County.
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Snohomish County for Solid Waste Services (unanimous)
- Approved Sole Source Resolution for Wastewater Treatment Plant Pump Purchase and Repair (unanimous)
- Adopted Revised Financial Policies (unanimous)
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to RH2 contract for 520 Booster Pump Station design (unanimous)
- Accepted dedication of real property for public right-of-way for Pilchuck Village project (unanimous)
- Approved architectural and engineering services proposal with Carletti Architects, P.S. for Police Impound Facility and Public Works Storage (unanimous)
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission will receive a design update on Smokey Point park and discuss the open 2024 public art application. Commissioners will also review several public art projects in progress, including murals, sculptures, and banner designs.
- Smokey Point park design update from Marc Hayes
- 2024 public art application is now open
- Alessandra Panieri selected for flower sculptures; design complete
- Large mural for Boys & Girls Club by Brady Black planned for September
- Roundabout sculpture installation scheduled for August 1
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several items, including an amendment to the RH2 contract for the 520 Booster Pump Station project, an interlocal agreement with Snohomish County for solid waste services, a sole source resolution for wastewater treatment plant pump purchase and repair, and a resolution adopting revised financial policies. No final action will be taken at this workshop.
- Amendment #1 to the RH2 Contract for the 520 Booster Pump Station Install Project
- Interlocal Agreement with Snohomish County for Solid Waste Services
- Sole Source Resolution for Wastewater Treatment Plant Pump Purchase and Repair
- Resolution Adopting Revised Financial Policies
- June 2023 Financial Report
The City Council held a workshop to review several proposed agreements and policies. No substantive actions were taken during the meeting, though three items were slated for the next meeting's consent agenda.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Placed Interlocal Agreement with Snohomish County for Solid Waste Services on next consent agenda
- Placed Sole Source Resolution for Wastewater Treatment Plant Pump on next consent agenda
- Placed Resolution Adopting Revised Financial Policies on next consent agenda
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing and consider several new business items, including a Mobile Integrated Health program, acceptance of two road projects, renewal of a water service agreement with Snohomish County PUD, and a low bid award for a road intersection project.
- Public hearing and consideration of Mobile Integrated Health program
- Acceptance of Phase 1 of the 173rd Street Project
- Acceptance of the 40th Avenue and 172nd Street Intersection Project
- Renewal of water service agreement with Snohomish County PUD
- Low bid award for 204th Street and 74th Avenue Intersection
The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a low bid award for the 204th Street and 74th Avenue intersection. Council also authorized a contract amendment for the Mobile Integrated Health Program using $750,000 in grant funding.
- Approved $750,000 grant-funded contract amendment for Mobile Integrated Health Program (unanimous)
- Approved final acceptance of 173rd St Phase 1 Project by Reece Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved final acceptance of 40th Ave and 172nd St Intersection Project by Interwest Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved wholesale water agreement renewal with Snohomish County PUD (unanimous)
- Awarded 204th/74th Intersection Project to Reece Construction Company for $1,199,999.00 (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including $517,282.90 in accounts payable and $1,323,345.93 in payroll (unanimous)
Airport Commission
The scheduled meeting for the Arlington Airport Commission on July 11, 2023, has been cancelled. No business or discussions were held.
City Council
The Arlington City Council is holding a workshop meeting with no final action. They will discuss accepting Phase 1 of the 173rd Street Project, the 40th Avenue and 172nd Street Intersection Project, renewing a water service agreement with Snohomish County PUD, and awarding a low bid for the 204th Street and 74th Avenue Intersection. Public comment is available, and the meeting is open for viewing.
- Acceptance of Phase 1 of the 173rd Street Project
- Acceptance of 40th Avenue and 172nd Street Intersection Project
- Renewal of Water Service Agreement with Snohomish County PUD
- Low Bid Award for the 204th Street and 74th Avenue Intersection
The City Council held a workshop to review the final acceptance of two road projects and a proposed water service agreement renewal. The council also reviewed the low bid for the 204th Street and 74th Avenue Intersection project. No final decisions were made; all items are scheduled for the July 17, 2023, meeting.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
Planning Commission
This meeting is largely procedural, with the Planning Commission acting as the City's Design Review Board. No specific design review items, discussion topics, or public hearing subjects are listed on the agenda. The meeting includes standard items like call to order, public comment, and adjournment.
- No specific design review items listed for the Planning Commission acting as Design Review Board
- Public comment period for matters not under public hearing
- Consent agenda approval
- No new business or discussion items detailed
Civil Service Commission
The Arlington Civil Service Commission will consider certifying eligibility lists for lateral and entry-level police officers based on oral board results from June 29, 2023. The meeting also includes a police department report on personnel actions and recruitment, and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Certify Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
- Certify Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
- Police Department Report on personnel actions and recruitment
- Lateral Police Officer Oral Board Results from 6-29-2023
- Entry Level Police Officer Oral Board Results from 6-29-2023
The Commission approved oral board results and certified eligibility lists for both lateral and entry-level police officers. The entry-level list was amended to remove expired candidates and correct specific expiration dates. The board also noted a two-day suspension for a police officer regarding equipment handling.
- Approved Lateral Police Officer Oral Board results from June 29, 2023
- Approved certification of the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List dated July 5, 2023
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Oral Board results from June 29, 2023
- Approved amended Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List dated July 5, 2023
- Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to take comment on a moratorium on permits within the Island Crossing Subarea. No other business is listed on this agenda.
- Public hearing on moratorium on permits in Island Crossing Subarea
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed moratorium related to the Island Crossing Subarea. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, accounts payable, and a permit fee waiver. New business includes an IT intern position and pay plan changes.
- Public hearing on moratorium related to Island Crossing Subarea
- IT intern position and non-represented pay plan changes for 2023
- Approval of minutes from June 20 and June 26, 2023 meetings
- Accounts payable approval
- Permit fee waiver
The City Council approved the consent agenda, including over $666,000 in payments and a permit fee waiver. Council also approved a modification to the Non-Represented Pay Plan to add an IT Intern position. A correction to the May 15, 2023, meeting minutes was authorized.
- Approved accounts payable totaling $666,548.85 (unanimous)
- Approved June 20 and June 26, 2023 Council meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved permit fee waiver (unanimous)
- Approved addition of IT Intern pay grade to Non-Represented Pay Plan effective July 1, 2023 (unanimous)
- Authorized correction of a check number in the May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission and Tree Board will conduct their annual tour of city parks. This is a working meeting held on-site rather than in a council chamber.
- Annual tour of city parks
City Council
This is a workshop meeting where no final action will be taken. The council will discuss a request for a permit fee waiver, an IT intern position and non-represented pay plan changes for 2023, and the May financial report.
- Request for Permit Fee Waiver
- IT Intern Position and Non-Represented Pay Plan Changes for 2023
- May Financial Report
The City Council conducted a workshop to discuss several items, but no official actions were taken on the workshop agenda. The council approved the meeting agenda. Items including a permit fee waiver and an IT intern position were discussed and may be addressed at a future meeting.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 22, 2023, to approve minutes and discuss two new business items: the Portage Creek Village Design Review Board and an updated discussion on Tax Increment Financing. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Portage Creek Village Design Review Board discussion
- Updated discussion on Tax Increment Financing
- Approval of minutes from June 6, 2023 workshop and May 16, 2023 meeting
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to rezone properties at Smokey Point and 204th Street, and to adopt new chapters of the Arlington Municipal Code. The council will also consider a contract amendment for redesign of the Prairie Creek/BNSF bridge and an interlocal agreement for a school resource officer.
- Public hearing on ordinance adopting Smokey Point Park Rezone
- Public hearing on ordinance adopting Hernandez 204th Street Rezone
- Amendment No. 1 to Consor Contract for redesign of Prairie Creek/BNSF Bridge
- Interlocal Agreement with Arlington School District No. 16 for School Resource Officer
- 2023 Decision of Citizens' Salary Review Commission
The City Council approved two rezoning ordinances and two municipal code amendments. The council also authorized a contract amendment for a bridge redesign and an agreement for a school resource officer.
- Approved Smokey Point Park Rezone (unanimous)
- Approved Hernandez 204th Street Rezone (5-1)
- Approved AMC 12.16 Uniform Street Naming and House Numbering (unanimous)
- Approved AMC 16.28 Building Construction and Life Safety Code (unanimous)
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to Consor contract for Prairie Creek BNSF Bridge redesign (unanimous)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Arlington School District No. 16 for School Resource Officer (unanimous)
- Approved $903,245.95 in EFT payments and claims checks (unanimous)
- Approved $1,312,160.75 in payroll EFT payments and checks (unanimous)
LEOFF I Disability Board
The board approved current claims during a closed session and approved the April 12, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed changing the monthly meeting schedule and potential attendance requirements for elected members.
- Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved current claims in closed session
- Directed staff to draft an amendment to change meetings to the 2nd Wednesday of the month
- Directed staff to consult City Attorney on minimum attendance requirements for elected members
Airport Commission
The Arlington Airport Commission will review a lease termination agreement with B.H. Real Estate LLC and a new lease for Cascadia Aviation Services LLC. The meeting also includes updates on solar projects, the Master Plan RFQ, and airport operations data.
- Lease Termination Agreement with B.H. Real Estate LLC
- New Cascadia Aviation Services LLC Lease
- Solar project update
- Master Plan RFQ update
- Airport Operations Data update
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a workshop (no final action) on tax increment financing, a resolution for a Housing Action Plan Implementation grant, an interlocal agreement with North County Regional Fire Authority, a bridge redesign contract amendment, and two rezone ordinances. A special meeting will follow to consider a resolution for HAPI grant closeout and a moratorium ordinance for the Island Crossing Subarea.
- Resolution establishing a Tax Increment Area and mandatory affordable housing for HAPI grant
- First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with North County Regional Fire Authority for fire marshal/investigative services
- Amendment No. 1 to Consor for redesign of Prairie Creek/BNSF Bridge
- Ordinance approving Smokey Point Park Rezone
- Ordinance approving Hernandez 204th Street Rezone
The City Council approved a resolution to create a tax increment area with mandatory affordable housing requirements for multi-family developments. Council also adopted an emergency moratorium on development permits in the Island Crossing Subarea.
- Approved resolution for tax increment area and mandatory affordable housing (unanimous)
- Adopted emergency ordinance for Island Crossing Subarea moratorium and scheduled public hearing for July 3 (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Agreed to place First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with North County Regional Fire Authority on June 20 consent agenda
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is meeting to discuss the 2023 Healthy Youth Survey user testing, approve minutes from the May 11 meeting, and debrief their anti-vape education project. The agenda includes routine items and a guest from the WA State Dept. of Health.
- 2023 Healthy Youth Survey – User Testing (Zoom)
- Approve minutes of May 11, 2023 meeting
- Project debrief – anti-vape education
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop regarding the Portage Creek Design Review Board. The commission will also discuss inclusionary zoning, tax increment financing (TIF), and affordable housing.
- Portage Creek Design Review Board discussion
- Discussion on Inclusionary Zoning
- Discussion on Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
- Discussion on Affordable Housing
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several new business items, including an ordinance amending the municipal code, awarding a low bid for the 2023 Utility Improvement and Pavement Preservation (UPP) Project, adding a full-time employee at the cemetery, dedicating real property for right of way, and waiving fees for the Arlington Fly-In (SkyFest) event. The meeting also includes a legislative session recap, a proclamation for Ride Transit Month, and routine consent agenda items.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 9.40 of the Arlington Municipal Code
- Low bid award for 2023 Utility Improvement and Pavement Preservation (UPP) Project
- Request for full-time employee at Arlington Municipal Cemetery
- Dedication of real property for public right of way
- Resolution to waive fees for Arlington Fly-In (SkyFest) event
The City Council approved a major infrastructure contract for water and road work and updated the municipal code regarding controlled substances. They also authorized a new full-time cemetery employee and accepted a real property dedication for 35th Avenue.
- Approved $2,752,607.03 contract with Reece Construction for 2023 Utility Improvement and Pavement Preservation Project (Unanimous)
- Approved ordinance amending Chapter 9.40 of the municipal code regarding controlled substances and drug paraphernalia in public places (Unanimous)
- Approved addition of one full-time employee for the Arlington Municipal Cemetery (Unanimous)
- Accepted dedication of real property for public right-of-way for future construction of 35th Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved resolution to waive land use fees for the Arlington Fly-In (SkyFest) event (Unanimous)
- Approved $890,912.14 in accounts payable EFT payments and claims checks (Unanimous)
- Approved May 15 and May 22 Council meeting minutes and May 22 Joint Meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Citizen Salary Review Commission
The Citizen Salary Review Commission will meet to discuss and potentially set the salary for Arlington City Council members for 2024. The meeting follows approval of prior minutes from May 17, 2023.
- Review and set 2024 salary for Arlington City Council members
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The City of Arlington Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission and Tree Board meeting scheduled for May 23, 2023, has been cancelled.
City Council
The Arlington City Council and Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss Smokey Point Park. This is a discussion item only, with no final action to be taken. The meeting is primarily informational and procedural.
- Discussion of Smokey Point Park
- Joint meeting with Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission
- Public comment available via pre-registration
The City Council and Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission held a joint meeting to review the Smokey Point Park project. Consultants presented details for Phase I and Phase II of the park plan and engaged in a discussion with officials. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several items, including the April 2023 financial report, a request for a full-time employee at the Arlington Municipal Cemetery, and a resolution to waive fees for the Arlington Fly-In (SkyFest) event. No final action will be taken at this workshop.
- April 2023 Financial Report
- Community and Economic Development 2023 2nd Quarter Report
- Low Bid Award for 2023 Utility Improvement and Pavement Preservation (UPP) Project
- Request for Full-Time Employee at Arlington Municipal Cemetery
- Resolution to Waive Fees for the Arlington Fly-In (SkyFest) Event
The City Council held a workshop to review financial, economic development, and public works reports. No formal action was taken on workshop items, including a proposal to waive $6,972.58 in fees for the Arlington Fly-In (SkyFest) event.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
Citizen Salary Review Commission
The Citizen Salary Review Commission will review updated comparable jurisdiction data and discuss or adopt recommendations for elected official salaries. The meeting includes approval of past minutes and public comment.
- Review updated comparable jurisdiction salary data
- Discussion and possible adoption of salary recommendations
- Approval of minutes from May 6, 2021, April 20, 2023, and May 2, 2023 meetings
The Commission reviewed updated salary data for other jurisdictions and discussed proposed salaries for the Mayor and Councilmembers. No final salary decisions were made; a decision summary will be drafted for the next meeting.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from May 6, 2021, April 20, 2023, and May 2, 2023 (unanimous)
- Scheduled next meeting for May 24, 2023
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and code amendments, including the Smokey Point Park Rezone, Hernandez 204, a street rezone, and amendments to AMC Chapters 12.16 and 16.28. The commission will also elect and vote for a new Chair and Vice Chair. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Public hearing: Smokey Point Park Rezone
- Public hearing: Hernandez 204
- Public hearing: Street Rezone
- Public hearing: AMC Chapter 12.16 Code Amendment
- Public hearing: AMC Chapter 16.28 Code Amendment
Cemetery Board
The board is discussing several cemetery maintenance and infrastructure projects. Key topics include potential new staffing roles, repairing the irrigation system, and evaluating options for a columbarium wall.
- Proposed FTE and seasonal employee positions to assist with cemetery and water/wastewater operations
- Evaluation of columbarium design and itemized cost estimates
- Repair of leaking irrigation system pipes
- Ordering of street signs following receipt of three quotes
- Pressure washing and potential sealing of the building and parking lot
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on approving the airport's 2023 solar panel budget and contract. They will also discuss relocating a PUD conduit cable at the 74th/204th intersection. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and accounts payable.
- Approval of Airport’s 2023 Solar Panel Budget and Contract
- Relocation of PUD Conduit Cable at 74th/204th Intersection
- Public hearing on new business items
- Proclamation of National Public Works Week
- Approval of minutes from May 1 and May 8, 2023 meetings
The City Council approved a budget amendment for a solar panel project at the airport and authorized a purchase order for power line relocation. The council also approved the consent agenda, including payroll and accounts payable payments.
- Approved 2023 airport solar panel budget amendment of approximately $550,000 (Unanimous)
- Authorized staff to apply for grant funding and negotiate a contract with Veregy, LLC for airport solar panels (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase order to Snohomish County PUD for electric utility relocation at 74th Ave/204th St intersection (Unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable EFT payments and claims checks totaling $1,759,953.25 (Unanimous)
- Approved payroll EFT payments and checks totaling $1,366,068.42 (Unanimous)
- Approved May 1 and May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is meeting to approve the minutes from its April 13, 2023 meeting and to rehearse an anti-vape education project designed for middle school students. The agenda includes only these items and is otherwise procedural.
- Approve minutes of April 13, 2023 meeting
- Rehearse anti-vape education project for middle school
Airport Commission
The Commission will consider a resolution for SkyFest fee waivers and receive updates on solar budget amendments, purchased charging stations, and runway closures. The meeting also includes staff updates regarding WAMA.
- SkyFest Fee-Waiver Resolution
- Solar/Council Budget Amendment update
- Runway closure update
- Update on purchased charging stations
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a workshop to review a Tax Increment Area (TIA) project analysis, the Police Department's first quarter report, and the North County Regional Fire Authority's first quarter report. No final action will be taken on these items.
- Overview of Tax Increment Area (TIA) Project Analysis (Attachment B)
- Police First Quarter Report (Attachment C)
- North County Regional Fire Authority First Quarter Report (Attachment D)
The City Council held a workshop to review a presentation on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) as a tool to implement the city's Housing Action Plan. The council also received first quarter reports from the Police Department and the North County Regional Fire Authority. No substantive legislative decisions were made.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
Citizen Salary Review Commission
The Arlington Citizen Salary Review Commission is meeting to review comparable jurisdiction and other data related to elected official salaries, and to identify any additional data requests. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed for this meeting.
- Review of comparable jurisdiction and other data on elected official salaries
- Discussion of prior salary commission decisions from 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2021
- Review of 2022 and 2023 elected officials' monthly salaries
- Review of benefit rates for Mayor and City Council
- Public comments and elected officials comments are on the agenda
The meeting was largely procedural: the agenda was approved, no public comments were heard, and the commission reviewed comparable jurisdiction data for salary considerations. No votes or decisions were taken on salary adjustments. The next meetings were set for May 17 and May 24, 2023.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Set next meetings: May 17 and May 24, 2023
Planning Commission
The agenda for the May 2, 2023, Planning Commission work session could not be retrieved. The city's website returned an error stating the file was not found in the file system. No items for discussion or decision are available from this source.
- The linked agenda PDF (5.2.2023 PC WS Meeting Agenda.pdf) was not found on the city server.
- No agenda items, proposals, or public hearings can be reported from this document.
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss several land-use items, including a rezone for Smokey Point Park, a proposal related to Hernandez 204, and amendments to city codes (AMC Chapters 12.16 and 16.28). They will also consider nominations for a new Commission Chair and Vice Chair. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Smokey Point Park Rezone (Attachment A)
- Hernandez 204 (Attachment B)
- AMC Chapter 12.16 Amendment (Attachment C)
- AMC Chapter 16.28 Amendment (Attachment D)
- Nominations for new Commission Chair and Vice Chair
City Council
The Arlington City Council is meeting to handle routine business including consent items, public comment, and several new business items. Key decisions include appointing members to the Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission, declaring property as surplus, awarding a design contract for 211th Place, updating 2023 cemetery fees, and amending a stormwater capacity grant.
- Resolution declaring property as surplus
- Contract award for 211th Place design
- Resolution updating 2023 cemetery fees
- Stormwater capacity grant amendment for 2021-2023
- Appointments to Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission
The City Council approved a design services contract for the 211th Place Corridor Restoration Project and updated the cemetery fee schedule. The council also accepted a $25,000 stormwater grant amendment and approved several commission appointments.
- Approved accounts payable totaling $1,364,973.96 (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Judy Castanares and reappointments of Steve Maisch and Rick Sloan to Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
- Approved resolution declaring property as surplus (unanimous)
- Approved SCJ Alliance design services contract for 211th Place Corridor Restoration Project (unanimous)
- Approved resolution adjusting the Cemetery Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Accepted $25,000 Amendment to the Municipal Stormwater Capacity Grant (unanimous)
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
This meeting of the Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission and Tree Board was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.
- Meeting cancelled
- Arbor Day Tree Planting held April 12 with PARC
City Council
This is a workshop meeting, so no final action will be taken. The Council will discuss a resolution updating 2023 cemetery fees, a contract award for the 211th Place design, a City Water System update, and the March financial report. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Resolution updating 2023 Cemetery Fees
- Contract Award for the 211th Place Design
- City Water System Update
- March Financial Report
The City Council held a workshop to discuss cemetery fee updates, a design contract for the 211th Place Corridor, and water system updates. No substantive votes were taken on these items; the Council agreed to place the cemetery fees and the design contract on the May 1, 2023, meeting agenda.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
Citizen Salary Review Commission
The Citizen Salary Review Commission is meeting to review its mandate, elect officers, and examine the 2021 commission decision along with comparable jurisdiction data. The discussion will focus on comparison data and identifying any additional data requests needed.
- Election of officers
- Review of 2021 commission decision and summary of changes (Attachment A)
- Review of comparable jurisdictions and other data
- Discussion regarding comparison data
- Identification of any additional data requests
The Commission elected Carla Rankin as Chair and approved the meeting agenda. Members reviewed previous decisions and comparison data from other jurisdictions. The group scheduled three follow-up meetings for May 2023.
- Elected Carla Rankin as Chair (unanimous)
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Scheduled meetings for May 2, May 17, and May 24, 2023
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution adopting the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Final Docket and consider an ordinance adopting an emergency moratorium in the Island Crossing Subarea. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and accounts payable.
- Public hearing on Resolution Adopting the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Final Docket
- Ordinance Adopting Emergency Moratorium in Island Crossing Subarea
- Approval of minutes from March 31, April 3, and April 10, 2023 council meetings
- Accounts payable approval
The City Council approved an emergency moratorium suspending new development applications in the Island Crossing Subarea. Council also adopted the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Final Docket and approved nearly $2 million in payments.
- Adopted ordinance for emergency moratorium on development permits in Island Crossing Subarea (Unanimous)
- Approved resolution adopting the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Final Docket (Unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable EFT payments and claims checks totaling $695,880.40 (Unanimous)
- Approved payroll EFT payments and checks totaling $1,259,201.09 (Unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from March 31, April 3, and April 10, 2023 meetings (Unanimous)
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is meeting to approve minutes from the March 9 meeting and discuss next steps for an anti-vape education project designed for middle school classes. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major decisions or public hearings.
- Approve minutes of March 9, 2023 meeting
- Discuss next steps for anti-vape education for middle school
LEOFF I Disability Board
The Board approved the meeting schedule for 2023 and the minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting. Current claims were reviewed and approved during a closed session.
- Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved current claims in closed session
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule
Airport Commission
The Commission will consider approving a lease extension with the Federal Aviation Administration. The meeting also includes the nomination of a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.
- Lease extension with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- Nomination of Chairperson
- Nomination of Vice Chairperson
- Update on charging stations
City Council
The Arlington City Council is holding a workshop meeting with no final action expected. They will discuss a contract award for the 211th Place design and a resolution adopting the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Final Docket. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Arbor Day and standard procedural items like public comment and reports.
- Contract Award for the 211th Place Design (Attachment B)
- Resolution Adopting the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Final Docket (Attachment C)
- Proclamation: Arbor Day (Attachment A)
- Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker
The City Council held a workshop where no substantive actions were taken on the presented items. The council reviewed a contract recommendation for the 211th Place Corridor Restoration Project and the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Final Docket.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Arlington Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine personnel matters for the police department, including approving prior meeting minutes, reviewing personnel actions and recruitment, and certifying eligibility lists for sergeant and police services technician positions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Approve minutes from December 7, 2022 and March 1, 2023 meetings
- Police Department Report: personnel actions, recruitment
- Remove names from Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
- Certify Sergeant Promotional List based on 3-1-2023 assessment results
- Certify Police Services Technician II Eligibility List
The Commission approved the Sergeant Promotional Assessment results and certified the Sergeant Promotional and Police Services Technician II eligibility lists. The board also approved the removal of three individuals from specific police eligibility lists.
- Approved removal of Joshua Heltne from the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
- Approved Sergeant Promotional Assessment results from March 1, 2023
- Approved certification of the Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List dated April 5, 2023
- Approved removal of Sonia Meyer and Michelle Mitchell from the Police Services Technician II Eligibility List
- Approved the Police Services Technician II Eligibility List dated April 5, 2023
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved minutes from December 7, 2022 and March 1, 2023
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss two items: a code amendment schedule and the Island Crossing subarea. No final decisions are expected as these are discussion items. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Code Amendment Schedule Discussion
- Island Crossing Subarea Discussion and Presentation
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a petition for annexation, a contract for Smokey Point Community Park, an ordinance on controlled substances, and settlements for opioid litigation. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as minutes, accounts payable, and a right-of-way dedication.
- Petition for Annexation (Attachment C)
- Contract with Rock Project Management Services LLC for Smokey Point Community Park (Attachment D)
- Ordinance Amending Chapter 9.40 of the Arlington Municipal Code regarding use of controlled substances (Attachment E)
- Settlements for Opioid Litigation (Attachment F)
- Right of Way Dedication for 204th/74th Intersection (Attachment B)
The City Council approved a petition to move the Wear annexation process to the 60% phase and authorized participation in a state opioid litigation settlement. Council also approved a contract for Smokey Point Community Park and updated the municipal code regarding controlled substances in public places.
- Approved 10% Wear annexation petition to proceed to 60% petition phase (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Rock Project Management Services, LLC for Smokey Point Community Park (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance amending Arlington Municipal Code chapter 9.40 regarding controlled substances (unanimous)
- Approved participation in Opioid Settlement litigation brought by the State of Washington (unanimous)
- Consented to appointments of Carla Rankin, Holly Sloan-Buchanan, Nancy Knutson, and Stephanie Abrahamson to the Citizen Salary Review Commission (unanimous)
- Approved $745,683.40 in EFT payments and claims checks (unanimous)
- Approved Right of Way Dedication for 204'/74t Intersection (unanimous)
City Council
The Arlington City Council is holding a discussion-only meeting to review the 2023-2024 Strategic Priorities and receive updates on various city projects. No formal action will be taken; the agenda is primarily informational and procedural.
- Smokey Point Park project update
- Food Truck Court project update
- ARPA Funding update
- Police Impound Building update
- Airport Development Plan update
The City Council held a retreat to review various city projects and strategic priorities. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission and Tree Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 6pm in the City Council Chambers, Butner Boardroom, has been cancelled. No business items are listed for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a petition for annexation, a right-of-way dedication for the 204th/74th intersection, and the February 2023 financial report. No final action will be taken at this meeting.
- Petition for annexation
- Right-of-way dedication for 204th/74th intersection
- February 2023 financial report
The City Council held a workshop to review a petition for annexation, a right of way dedication for the 204/74th intersection, and the February 2023 financial report. The council agreed to place the right of way dedication on the consent agenda for the April 3, 2023 meeting. No other substantive votes were taken.
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Agreed to place Right of Way Dedication for 204/74th Intersection on April 3 consent agenda
Cemetery Board
The board discussed potential new staffing roles to assist with water and wastewater during slow seasons. Members also reviewed plans for cemetery maintenance including irrigation system repairs, street sign installation, and building pressure washing.
- Proposed FTE and Seasonal Employee positions
- Irrigation system repair and expansion planning
- Street sign ordering via three received quotes
- Columbarium design and cost estimate research
- Pressure washing of the cemetery building and parking lot
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the 2023 Preliminary Docket, which likely outlines proposed planning items for the year. The commission will also discuss the Wear Annexation 10% petition, a potential annexation matter. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment opportunities.
- Public hearing on 2023 Preliminary Docket
- Discussion of Wear Annexation – 10% Petition
- Approval of minutes from March 7 and February 23 meetings
City Council
The Arlington City Council will consider several contracts and appointments, including a biosolids transportation and beneficial use contract with Tenelco, Inc., a personal/professional services agreement with KLJ Financial Consulting, and a contract with Reece Construction for the Gleneagle Reservoir Roof Installation. The council will also make appointments to the Airport Commission. The meeting includes public comment and a public hearing, but no specific public hearing item is listed.
- Award of Biosolids Transportation and Beneficial Use Contract to Tenelco, Inc.
- Personal/Professional Services Agreement with KLJ Financial Consulting
- Contract with Reece Construction for the Gleneagle Reservoir Roof Installation
- Appointments to Airport Commission
- Approval of minutes from March 6 and March 13, 2023 meetings
The City Council approved a contract with Reece Construction for the Gleneagle Reservoir Roof Installation and a biosolids transportation contract with Tenelco, Inc. Council also authorized a professional services agreement with KLJ Financial Consulting and reappointed three members to the Airport Commission.
- Approved $612,483.03 in accounts payable and $1,264,959.85 in payroll (Unanimous)
- Reappointed Ruth Gonzales, Robert Anderson, and Scott Tomkins to the Airport Commission (Unanimous)
- Awarded Biosolids Transportation and Beneficial Use contract to Tenelco, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Authorized Personal/Professional Services Agreement with KLJ Financial Consulting (Unanimous)
- Rescinded March 6, 2023 award to CSI Industries and awarded Gleneagle Reservoir Roof Replacement project to Reece Construction (Unanimous)
Airport Commission
The scheduled meeting of the Arlington Airport Commission for March 14, 2023, was canceled. No business or discussions were held.
City Council
The Arlington City Council is holding a workshop meeting where no final action will be taken. The main items are a proposed contract with Tenelco, Inc. for biosolids transportation and beneficial use, and a personal/professional services agreement with KLJ Financial Consulting. The meeting also includes public comment, staff reports, and a review of consent agenda items for the next meeting.
- Award of Biosolids Transportation and Beneficial Use Contract to Tenelco, Inc.
- Personal/Professional Services Agreement with KLJ Financial Consulting
- Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker
- Review of consent agenda items for next meeting
- Executive session scheduled
The City Council held a workshop to review proposals for biosolids transportation and financial consulting services. No formal actions were taken during the meeting, though councilmembers agreed to place both items on the March 20, 2023, meeting agenda.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Tabled award of Biosolids Transportation and Beneficial Use Contract to Tenelco, Inc. for March 20 meeting
- Tabled Personal/Professional Services Agreement with KLJ Financial Consulting for March 20 meeting
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is meeting to approve February minutes, rehearse an anti-vape education project for middle school classes, and finalize a resource brochure. Members will also plan their booth for the Stilly Health Connections Community Event on March 22, featuring a talk on hope and resiliency.
- Rehearsal of anti-vape education designed for middle school classes
- Final copy update for resource brochure
- Stilly Health Connections Community Event March 22, 6:00–8:00 p.m., with Kevin Hines
- Youth Council booth at community event
- Approve minutes of February 9, 2023 meeting
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the 2023 preliminary docket, a 10% petition for the Wear Commercial Annexation, and the election of a commission chair. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- 2023 Preliminary Docket presentation and discussion
- Wear Commercial Annexation – 10% Petition discussion
- Election of Commission Chair and Commission Seat discussion
City Council
The Arlington City Council is meeting to handle routine business and several new items. They will consider dedicating real property for public right of way, receive information on a food truck court, and vote on a contract with CST Covers for the Gleneagle Reservoir roof installation. The consent agenda includes meeting minutes, accounts payable, and a resolution to open a bank account for the airport.
- Contract with CST Covers for Gleneagle Reservoir roof installation
- Dedication of real property for public right of way
- Resolution authorizing the Airport to open a bank account
- Food truck court discussion (information only)
- Public comment period
The City Council approved a contract with CST Covers for a low-rise aluminum roof at the Gleneagle Reservoir. Council also accepted a real property dedication for public right of way and approved over $1.6 million in accounts payable.
- Approved CST Covers proposal for Gleneagle Reservoir Roof Replacement (unanimous)
- Accepted dedication of real property for public Right of Way for Eagle Family Dental Project (unanimous)
- Approved $1,631,020.18 in EFT Payments and Claims Checks (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution Authorizing the Airport to Open a Bank Account (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Arlington Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss police department personnel actions, recruitment, and results from a February 8, 2023 lateral officer oral board. The commission will also consider removals from the lateral police officer eligibility list. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no public hearings or major financial decisions.
- Police Department Report on personnel actions
- Recruitment update
- Lateral Officer Oral Board Scoring Results, February 8, 2023 (Attachment A)
- Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List Removals (Attachment B)
The Commission approved the oral board scoring results from February 8, 2023. It also certified the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List dated March 1, 2023.
- Approved Lateral Police Officer oral board scoring results from February 8, 2023
- Approved Lateral Police Office Eligibility List dated March 1, 2023
- Approved the meeting agenda
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC) meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at 6pm in the City Council Chambers, Butner Boardroom, has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
This is a workshop meeting, so no final action will be taken. The council will discuss a resolution to authorize the airport to open a bank account, review the January 2023 financial report, and hear quarterly reports from Community and Economic Development and Utilities/Transportation. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Resolution authorizing the airport to open a bank account
- January 2023 financial report
- Community and Economic Development quarterly report
- Utilities/Transportation quarterly report
The City Council approved the meeting agenda. Councilmembers agreed to add a resolution authorizing airport staff to open a separate bank account for merchandise and vending proceeds to the consent agenda. Staff provided financial, economic development, and public works reports.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Added Resolution Authorizing Airport Staff to open a Bank Account to the consent agenda
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission is meeting to discuss the Wear Commercial Annexation 10% petition, which is the only new business item. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public comment. No other substantive decisions are listed.
- Wear Commercial Annexation 10% Petition discussion
- Approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of February 7, 2023 workshop minutes
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
City Council
The Arlington City Council will consider a consent agenda (meeting minutes and accounts payable) and two new business items: a contract to retain a facilitator and a change order for the Water Reclamation Facility Equalization Basin Project. Public comment is available via pre-registration or in person.
- Agreement for Retention of Facilitator (Attachment B)
- Contract Change Order No. 2 to Water Reclamation Facility Equalization Basin Project (Attachment C)
- Approval of February 6 and February 13 meeting minutes
- Accounts payable approval
- Public comment period (3-minute limit)
The City Council approved an agreement to hire Karen Reed as a facilitator for discussions with the North County Regional Fire Authority. Council also approved a contract change order for the Water Reclamation Facility Equalization Basin project and processed over $2 million in payments.
- Approved agreement with North County Regional Fire Authority to retain Karen Reed as facilitator (unanimous)
- Approved Contract Change Order No. 2 to Water Reclamation Facility Equalization Basin Project Contract (unanimous)
- Approved February 6 and February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved EFT Payments and Claims Checks #107490 through #107619 totaling $769,699.6 (unanimous)
- Approved Payroll EFT Payments and Check #30246 through #30253 totaling $1,311,551.29 (unanimous)
Airport Commission
The Arlington Airport Commission will consider and potentially approve new leases for Vertex Aviation, Cascadia Aviation, and The Point Church. The commission will also receive a council liaison update, discuss commissioner term expirations, hold a chairperson/vice chair vote, and address a gate code change.
- Vertex Aviation Lease (Attachment A)
- Cascadia Aviation Lease (Attachment B)
- The Point Church Lease (Attachment C)
- Commissioner Term Expiration discussion
- Chairperson/Vice Chair Vote
City Council
The Arlington City Council is holding a workshop meeting with no final action. They will discuss an ordinance amending the municipal code on controlled substances, a contract change order for the Water Reclamation Facility Equalization Basin Project, and receive financial and police quarterly reports, along with a fire authority report.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 9.40 on controlled substances
- Contract Change Order No. 2 for Water Reclamation Facility Equalization Basin Project
- Financial Report for December 2022
- Police Quarterly Report
- North County Regional Fire Authority Quarterly Report
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on a resource brochure, and discuss an anti-vape education project, including a possible train-the-trainer session. They will also set the next meeting date and remind members of upcoming Stilly Health Connections events.
- Approve minutes of January 12, 2023 meeting
- Resource brochure update from youth council members
- Anti-Vape Education project update
- Train the trainer vaping session (tentative)
- Stilly Health Connections events: March 21-22 for schools, March 22 community evening event at 6:30
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and the city's docket items schedule. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker, and written comments can be submitted via a provided link.
- Comprehensive Plan discussion
- City Docket Items Schedule
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed fee for redacting body-worn camera footage and consider establishing fees for long-term parking at the airport. The council will also vote on adopting the 2020 Snohomish County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Consent agenda items include meeting minutes and accounts payable.
- Public hearing on customized service charge for redacting body-worn camera footage
- New business: establishing fees for airport long-term parking
- Adoption of the 2020 Snohomish County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Approval of minutes from January 17 and January 23, 2023 council meetings
- Accounts payable approval
The City Council established a $30 monthly fee for long-term airport parking and adopted the updated Snohomish County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Council also approved a fee resolution amendment for redacting body-worn camera footage.
- Approved $675,150.08 in accounts payable (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to fee resolution for body-worn camera footage redaction (unanimous)
- Approved $30 monthly long-term parking fee at the airport (unanimous)
- Adopted the 2020 Snohomish County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a public hearing to take comment on establishing customized service charges for redacting body-worn camera footage and amending the City's fee resolution. No decision is scheduled at this hearing; it is for public testimony only.
- Public hearing on customized charges for redacting body-worn camera footage
- Proposed amendment to the City's fee resolution
Civil Service Commission
This is a routine meeting of the Arlington Civil Service Commission with no substantive items listed. The agenda consists of standard procedural steps such as call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, public comment, and reports from the fire and police departments. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed.
- Fire Department Report
- Police Department Report
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)
The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission and Tree Board will meet to discuss a sale agreement for property adjacent to York Park, receive an update on Smokey Point park, and consider a proposal to add recreation activities to the Stormwater Park shelter. They will also review recreation updates, including reports on Hometown Holidays & Ice Rink and Eagle Festival, and discuss a request for proposals for banner designs and utility box wraps.
- Sale agreement for property adjacent to York Park
- Smokey Point park update
- Proposal to add recreation activity to Stormwater Park shelter
- Request for proposals for Meet Me in Arlington banner designs and utility box wraps
- Recreation updates: Hometown Holidays & Ice Rink report, Eagle Festival
City Council
The Arlington City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint meeting with a single discussion item: a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan by consultant OTAK. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural (call to order, pledge, roll call, adjournment).
- Comprehensive Plan presentation by consultant OTAK
- Joint meeting of City Council and Planning Commission
- Public comment available via pre-registration by 9:00 a.m. on meeting day
The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint meeting to review a presentation from OTAK consultants regarding the Arlington Comprehensive Plan. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.
City Council
The Arlington City Council is holding a workshop meeting with no final action. They will discuss terminating an interlocal agreement with the North County Regional Fire Authority, establishing fees for airport long-term parking, and amending the fee resolution for body-worn camera video. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Termination of Interlocal Agreement with North County Regional Fire Authority (NCRFA)
- Establishing fees for Airport Long-Term Parking
- Amendment of Fee Resolution for Body-Worn Camera Video
The City Council conducted a workshop to discuss the termination of an agreement with the North County Regional Fire Authority and proposed airport parking fees. No substantive decisions or votes were made on these items during the meeting.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting, primarily to review a design for the All Creatures Veterinary Services Addition. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from several prior meetings and workshops. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Design review of All Creatures Veterinary Services Addition
- Approval of consent agenda with minutes from five prior meetings
- Public comment period for agenda items
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a public hearing, and several new business items. Key decisions include a purchase and sale agreement with Monte Cristo Homes, an ordinance amending parking infraction notices, and a grant agreement for 211th Place. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and accounts payable.
- Purchase and Sale Agreement with Monte Cristo Homes, LLC
- Ordinance amending AMC Section 10.54.160 regarding parking notice of infraction
- Washington State Transportation Improvement Board Grant Agreement for 211th Place
- Award of Division/Broadway Restoration Project Design to LDC, Inc.
- Amendment #1 to Brown & Caldwell Contract for Haller Wellfield Improvement Project
The City Council approved a purchase and sale agreement for a property at 3209 180th Street NE. The council also authorized several design contracts and a state grant for road and trail improvements.
- Approved purchase and sale agreement for 3209 180th Street NE (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance amending AMC section 10.54.160 regarding parking notices of infraction (unanimous)
- Authorized TIB Grant agreement for 211th Place improvements from 67th Avenue to SR-530 (unanimous)
- Approved LDC, Inc. for design services for the Division/Broadway Restoration Project (unanimous)
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to Brown & Caldwell contract for Haller Wellfield Improvement Project (unanimous)
- Approved Supplement #2 to Toole Design Group, LLC contract for 74th Avenue Trail Project design (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including minutes and $3,485,529.74 in accounts payable and payroll (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance amending Airport Commission meeting start time (unanimous)
Cemetery Board
The Arlington Cemetery Advisory Board will discuss and potentially approve the minutes from November 2022, review revenue and expense reports, and consider a proposed landscape maintenance plan. They will also receive updates on the columbarium (budget, location, available products) and 2023 projects including cemetery space assessment, irrigation system piping rehab, new street sign posts, and office pressure washing and painting. Staffing issues and volunteer opportunities are also on the agenda.
- Proposed Landscape Maintenance Plan
- Columbarium update: budget, location, available products
- 2023 projects: Cemetery Space Assessment & Planning, Irrigation system piping rehab, New Street Sign Posts, Cemetery Office Pressure Washing & Painting
- Revenue & Expense Report review
- Staffing issues discussion
Youth Council
The Arlington Youth Council is meeting to approve minutes from December 8, 2022, and discuss several ongoing items. Members will report on the resource brochure update, hear about proposed school event dates from Stilly Health Connections, and discuss scheduling a 'train the trainer' vaping session. The council will also have a social media discussion with Mandy Kruger and set the next meeting date.
- Approve minutes of December 8, 2022 meeting
- Resource brochure update reports
- Stilly Health Connections proposed event dates: March 21 and March 22 for schools; Community Evening Event March 22 at 6:30
- Train the trainer vaping session to be scheduled
- Social media discussion with Mandy Kruger
Airport Commission
The Arlington Airport Commission will discuss a lease assignment for Vardy Investments LLC and review proposed changes to the airport's long-term parking fee and rate structure. The meeting also includes updates on new lease assignments for Lots 28 and 48A, a gate code change, a new westside gate, an incident involving a man arrested for pointing a laser at planes, and progress on electric charging stations.
- Lease assignment for Vardy Investments LLC (Attachment A)
- Airport long-term parking fee and rate structure (Attachment B)
- New lease assignments for Lots 28 and 48A, formerly Wild Blue
- Man arrested for pointing laser at multiple planes
- Update on electric charging stations
City Council
The Arlington City Council will hold a special meeting to take action on an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2022-040, followed by a workshop with no final action on several items including an airport commission meeting time change, a grant agreement for 211 Place, a design contract for the Division/Broadway Restoration Project, and contract amendments for water and design projects. The meeting also includes an executive session to consider a real estate sales price.
- Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2022-040 (action item)
- Ordinance to amend Arlington Municipal Code regarding Airport Commission meeting start time
- Washington State Transportation Improvement Board grant agreement for 211 Place
- Award of Division/Broadway Restoration Project design to LDC, Inc.
- Amendment #1 to Brown & Caldwell contract for Haller Wellfield Improvement Project
Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2023-001 to correct inaccurate rate figures for the 2023 mandatory water, sewer, and stormwater utility increases. The corrective measure was adopted as an emergency ordinance. Other infrastructure projects and contract amendments were discussed during a workshop session.
- Approved Ordinance 2023-001 correcting 2023 utility rate increases (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Arlington Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss proposed city docket items and receive a project update presentation. The meeting includes public comment and introduction of new staff. No formal decisions are expected; it is a discussion-only agenda.
- Discussion of proposed City Docket Items
- Project Update Presentation
- Introduction of new Community and Economic Development Staff
- Public comment limited to three minutes