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Arlington public meetings in 2023

123 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 18, 2023

City Council

Council to adopt amended 2023-24 budget, fill vacancy, approve contracts

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.

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Thu Dec 14, 2023

Youth Council

Youth Council plans anti-vaping and mental health events for spring

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.

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Wed Dec 13, 2023

LEOFF I Disability Board

Arlington LEOFF 1 board to review disability claims in closed session

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.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

Airport Commission

Commission considers lease termination and rates change

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.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss budget amendments, park projects, and police cameras

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.

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Wed Dec 6, 2023

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to certify police officer eligibility lists

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.

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Tue Dec 5, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss 2024 Work Plan

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the 2024 Work Plan. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

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Mon Dec 4, 2023

City Council

Council to hold public hearings on transportation plan and Island Crossing moratorium

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.

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Mon Nov 27, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss extending Island Crossing moratorium, transportation plan

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.

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Tue Nov 21, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on SEPA Code Amendment

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.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

City Council

Council to set 2024 property tax levy, amend water/sewer code

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.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Airport Commission

Arlington Airport Commission meets November 14, 2023

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.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Cemetery Board

Arlington Cemetery Board discusses niche wall options and grave décor

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.

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Mon Nov 13, 2023

City Council

Council workshop to discuss property tax levy, water/sewer code changes, and police report

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.

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Thu Nov 9, 2023

Youth Council

Youth Council to elect officers, hear financial success presentation

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.

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Wed Nov 8, 2023

City Council

Council holds exit conference for 2022 state audit

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.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss SEPA code and Comprehensive Plan

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.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to appoint secretary and certify police hiring lists

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.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

City Council

Council to decide 2024 lodging tax distribution and ARPA fund transfer

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.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

Arlington PARC and Tree Board meeting cancelled

The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission and Tree Board meeting scheduled for October 24, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

City Council

Council to review 2024 tax levy scenarios and contracts

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.

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Tue Oct 17, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider ADU code amendments

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.

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Mon Oct 16, 2023

City Council

Council to consider grant for commercial kitchen design and youth appointments

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.

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Thu Oct 12, 2023

Youth Council

Youth Council to appoint members and brainstorm focus project

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.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

Airport Commission

Arlington Airport Commission to discuss fee resolution and master plan updates

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.

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Mon Oct 9, 2023

City Council

Joint meeting to discuss Smokey Point Park

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.

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Mon Oct 9, 2023

City Council

Council to review broadband study, financials, police and fire reports

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.

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Fri Oct 6, 2023

City Council

Council reviews 2023-2024 budget amendments and police strategic plan

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.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss ADU code changes and meeting time

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.

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Mon Oct 2, 2023

City Council

Council to consider fee changes, special events policy, snow equipment purchase

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.

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Fri Sep 29, 2023

City Council

Council to attend 2022 audit exit conference; no other business

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.

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Tue Sep 26, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

Parks Master Plan draft presented; public art projects updated

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.

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Mon Sep 25, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss fee changes, special events policy, and snow equipment purchase

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.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

Cemetery Board

Arlington Cemetery Board discusses maintenance and grant applications

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.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Jaspen’s Inc. design and comprehensive plan sections

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.

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Mon Sep 18, 2023

City Council

Council to consider sole source contract for airport services

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.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Airport Commission

Arlington Airport Commission holds informational meeting on airport updates

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.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

City Council

Arlington City Council to discuss airport services, well project, roundabout design, and interlocal agreement

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves HUD funding agreement renewal with Snohomish County

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.

Tue Sep 5, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss supplemental uses and water/sewer code amendments

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.

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Tue Aug 22, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

Meeting cancelled

The meeting was cancelled and did not occur.

Tue Aug 22, 2023

City Council

Council attends state audit entrance conference

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council holds audit entrance conference with 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.

Wed Aug 16, 2023

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to certify police technician and officer eligibility lists

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.

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Wed Aug 9, 2023

LEOFF I Disability Board

LEOFF 1 board to review disability claims and rule changes

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.

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Tue Aug 8, 2023

Airport Commission

The August 8, 2023, Arlington Airport Commission meeting was canceled

The scheduled meeting for the Arlington Airport Commission on August 8, 2023, has been canceled. No business was conducted.

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Mon Jul 31, 2023

City Council

Council to consider solid waste agreement, booster pump contract, and police impound facility design

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.

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✓ Decided: Council approves pump station design and police impound facility engineering

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.

Tue Jul 25, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

Smokey Point park design update and call for 2024 public art projects

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.

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Mon Jul 24, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss RH2 contract amendment, solid waste agreement, and financial policies

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council workshop reviews pump and waste contracts for future action

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.

Mon Jul 17, 2023

City Council

Arlington City Council to consider Mobile Integrated Health, road projects, and PUD water agreement

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $1.2M intersection project and health program funding

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.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

Airport Commission

The July 11, 2023, Arlington Airport Commission meeting was cancelled

The scheduled meeting for the Arlington Airport Commission on July 11, 2023, has been cancelled. No business or discussions were held.

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Mon Jul 10, 2023

City Council

Council to review four infrastructure projects, including 173rd Street and water agreement

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council workshop reviews road projects and water service agreement

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.

Thu Jul 6, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to act as Design Review Board, no specific items listed

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.

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Wed Jul 5, 2023

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to certify police officer eligibility lists

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.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission approves police officer eligibility lists

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.

Mon Jul 3, 2023

City Council

Public hearing on moratorium for Island Crossing permits

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.

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Mon Jul 3, 2023

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on moratorium for Island Crossing Subarea

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $666,548.85 in accounts payable and new IT intern pay grade

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.

Tue Jun 27, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

Parks commission holds annual tour of city parks

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.

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Mon Jun 26, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss permit fee waiver, IT intern position, and May financial report

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.

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✓ Decided: Arlington City Council workshop held with no substantive actions taken

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.

Thu Jun 22, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss Portage Creek Village design review and tax increment financing

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.

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Tue Jun 20, 2023

City Council

Council to hold public hearings on Smokey Creek and Hernandez rezonings, consider contract for bridge redesign

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves multiple rezones and municipal code amendments

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.

Wed Jun 14, 2023

LEOFF I Disability Board

✓ Decided: LEOFF 1 Disability Board approves current claims in closed session

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.

Tue Jun 13, 2023

Airport Commission

Commission discusses new aviation lease and B.H. Real Estate termination

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.

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Mon Jun 12, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss tax increment financing, rezonings, and fire services agreement

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.

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✓ Decided: Council establishes tax increment area for affordable housing

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.

Thu Jun 8, 2023

Youth Council

Arlington Youth Council to review Healthy Youth Survey and anti-vape project

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.

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Tue Jun 6, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses design review and affordable housing

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.

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

City Council

Council to consider utility and pavement project bid award

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.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $2.75M contract for utility and road improvements

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.

Wed May 24, 2023

Citizen Salary Review Commission

Salary review commission to set 2024 council pay

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.

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Tue May 23, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

The May 23 Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission meeting is cancelled

The City of Arlington Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission and Tree Board meeting scheduled for May 23, 2023, has been cancelled.

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Mon May 22, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss Smokey Point Park, no final action

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council and Parks Commission discuss Smokey Point Park plans

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.

Mon May 22, 2023

City Council

Council to review April financials, cemetery staffing, and SkyFest fee waiver

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved the meeting agenda

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.

Wed May 17, 2023

Citizen Salary Review Commission

Commission to review salary data and adopt pay recommendations

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.

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✓ Decided: Citizen Salary Review Commission reviews comparable jurisdiction data

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.

Tue May 16, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on rezones and code amendments

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.

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Tue May 16, 2023

Cemetery Board

Arlington Cemetery Board discusses staffing, irrigation, and expansion planning

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.

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Mon May 15, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on airport solar panel budget and contract

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.

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✓ Decided: Council approves airport solar panel budget and utility relocation

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.

Thu May 11, 2023

Youth Council

Youth Council to rehearse anti-vape education for middle school

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.

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Tue May 9, 2023

Airport Commission

Arlington Airport Commission discusses SkyFest fees and runway closure

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.

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Mon May 8, 2023

City Council

Council reviews tax area analysis, police & fire reports

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews Tax Increment Area project analysis

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.

Tue May 2, 2023

Citizen Salary Review Commission

Citizen Salary Review Commission to review comparable salary data for elected officials

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.

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✓ Decided: Citizen Salary Review Commission meets, reviews data, sets next meetings

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.

Tue May 2, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting agenda file not found

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.

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Tue May 2, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss Smokey Point Park rezone and code amendments

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.

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Mon May 1, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on surplus property, 211th Place design contract, cemetery fees

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.

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✓ Decided: Arlington City Council approves 211th Place design contract and cemetery fee updates

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.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

Arlington PARC meeting cancelled for April 25, 2023

This meeting of the Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission and Tree Board was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

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Mon Apr 24, 2023

City Council

Council to review cemetery fee update, 211th Place design contract, water system update

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved the meeting agenda

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.

Thu Apr 20, 2023

Citizen Salary Review Commission

Citizen Salary Review Commission to review 2021 decision and comparable data

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.

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✓ Decided: Citizen Salary Review Commission elects Chair and sets May meeting dates

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.

Mon Apr 17, 2023

City Council

Council to consider emergency moratorium in Island Crossing Subarea

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.

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✓ Decided: Arlington City Council adopts emergency moratorium in Island Crossing Subarea

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.

Thu Apr 13, 2023

Youth Council

Youth Council to plan anti-vape education for middle schoolers

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.

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Wed Apr 12, 2023

LEOFF I Disability Board

✓ Decided: LEOFF 1 Disability Board approves 2023 meeting schedule

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.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

Airport Commission

Arlington Airport Commission to discuss FAA lease and leadership nominations

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.

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Mon Apr 10, 2023

City Council

Council to review 211th Place design contract and 2023 comprehensive plan docket

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved the April 10 workshop agenda

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.

Wed Apr 5, 2023

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review police personnel actions and certify eligibility lists

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.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission approves police promotional and eligibility lists

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.

Tue Apr 4, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss code amendments and Island Crossing subarea

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.

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Mon Apr 3, 2023

City Council

Council to consider annexation, park contract, and opioid settlement

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves 10% Wear annexation petition and opioid litigation settlement

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.

Fri Mar 31, 2023

City Council

Council reviews 2023-24 strategic priorities and project updates

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council retreat held for project updates and strategic reviews

The City Council held a retreat to review various city projects and strategic priorities. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Tue Mar 28, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

Arlington PARC/Tree Board meeting cancelled for March 28, 2023

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.

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Mon Mar 27, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss annexation petition and financial report

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council moves 204/74th intersection right of way to April 3 consent agenda

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.

Tue Mar 21, 2023

Cemetery Board

Arlington Cemetery Board discusses staffing, irrigation repairs, and expansion planning

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.

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Tue Mar 21, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on 2023 Preliminary Docket

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.

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Mon Mar 20, 2023

City Council

Council to award contracts for biosolids, reservoir roof, and consulting

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.

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✓ Decided: Arlington City Council approves several Public Works contracts and commission appointments

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.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

Airport Commission

The March 14, 2023, Airport Commission meeting has been canceled

The scheduled meeting of the Arlington Airport Commission for March 14, 2023, was canceled. No business or discussions were held.

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Mon Mar 13, 2023

City Council

Council to review biosolids contract and KLJ financial consulting agreement

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council workshop reviews biosolids and financial consulting contracts

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.

Thu Mar 9, 2023

Youth Council

Youth Council to rehearse anti-vape education for middle schoolers

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.

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Tue Mar 7, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss 2023 docket and Wear Commercial annexation

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.

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Mon Mar 6, 2023

City Council

Council to consider contract for Gleneagle Reservoir roof installation

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Gleneagle Reservoir roof replacement contract

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.

Wed Mar 1, 2023

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review police hiring and eligibility lists

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.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission approves Lateral Police Officer eligibility list

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.

Tue Feb 28, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

Arlington PARC meeting cancelled for Feb 28, 2023

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.

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Mon Feb 27, 2023

City Council

Council workshop: airport bank account, financial and quarterly reports

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.

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✓ Decided: Council adds airport bank account resolution to consent agenda

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.

Thu Feb 23, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss Wear Commercial Annexation petition

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.

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Tue Feb 21, 2023

City Council

Council to approve facilitator contract and water plant change order

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.

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✓ Decided: Council approves facilitator for fire authority discussions and water project change order

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.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

Airport Commission

Airport Commission to vote on three new leases

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.

Mon Feb 13, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss controlled substances ordinance and water facility contract change

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.

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Thu Feb 9, 2023

Youth Council

Arlington Youth Council to discuss anti-vape education and resource brochure

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.

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Tue Feb 7, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss Comprehensive Plan and docket

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.

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Mon Feb 6, 2023

City Council

Council to set fees for airport parking and body-worn camera redactions

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.

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✓ Decided: Arlington City Council approves new airport parking fees and hazard mitigation plan

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.

Mon Feb 6, 2023

City Council

Council to hear public comment on body-cam footage redaction fees

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.

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Wed Feb 1, 2023

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission meets; agenda is procedural only

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.

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Tue Jan 24, 2023

Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission (PARC)

PARC to discuss York Park land sale, Smokey Point park, and art proposals

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.

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Mon Jan 23, 2023

City Council

City Council to hear Comprehensive Plan presentation from consultant OTAK

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).

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✓ Decided: City Council and Planning Commission review Comprehensive Plan presentation

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.

Mon Jan 23, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss fire authority exit, airport parking fees, camera video fees

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council workshop held with no action taken on agenda items

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.

Thu Jan 19, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review veterinary services addition design

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.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

City Council

Council to consider land sale, parking fine changes, and road grants

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves property purchase and several infrastructure projects

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.

Tue Jan 17, 2023

Cemetery Board

Cemetery Board to review budget, columbarium, and 2023 projects

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.

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Thu Jan 12, 2023

Youth Council

Arlington Youth Council to discuss vaping training, school events, brochure update

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.

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Tue Jan 10, 2023

Airport Commission

Airport Commission to consider lease assignment and parking fee changes

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.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on ordinance amending 2022-040; discuss contracts and projects

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.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves corrective ordinance for 2023 utility rate increases

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.

Tue Jan 3, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss proposed city docket items

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.

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