Burlington public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Parks Board will hold a joint public hearing to discuss a draft Parks Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan update. The Planning Commission will also consider adopting a 2026 Annual Work Plan for long-range planning projects.

• Public hearing on the draft Parks Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan
• Public hearing and potential adoption of the 2026 Annual Work Plan

City Council

At the December 11, 2025 meeting, the Burlington City Council adopted the final 2026 Capital Improvement Plan, approved the 2026 budget and a 9.7% increase to the property tax levy, and acted on several consent‑agenda items. The council also approved the 2026 lodging tax award and authorized the mayor to sign an interlocal agreement formalizing the North Star Collaborative. Additional consent items included updates to the business and occupation code and agreements for senior services and portable restroom services.

• Adoption of Final 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• 2026 Property Tax Ordinance – 9.7% increase from prior year
• 2026 Lodging Tax Award (LTAC funding added to budget)
• Interlocal Agreement formalizing the North Star Collaborative among Mount Vernon, Burlington, Sedro‑Woolley and Skagit County
• Consent agenda items: amendment to BMC 3.70.030, senior center interlocal with Skagit County, contract extension for Indigent Defense Services, agreement with United Site Services for portable restrooms

The council approved the final 2026 Capital Improvement Plan, including funding for a pump‑track, by a 5‑2 vote. It also adopted the 2026 Budget Ordinance (5‑2) and an ordinance amending the 2025 Budget unanimously. Additional actions included approving accounts‑payable invoices totaling $2,319,? (see amounts below) and approving six consent‑agenda items, including the cancellation of the Dec. 25, 2025 meeting.

• Approved 2026 Capital Improvement Plan with pump‑track funding (5-2)
• Adopted 2026 Budget Ordinance (5-2)
• Adopted ordinance amending the 2025 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable invoices: $1,418,704.36; $37,927.75; $1,178,074.58; $706,460.32 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda Items #1‑6, including cancellation of Dec. 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Excused Councilor Jamie Weiss from the meeting (unanimous)
• Approved November 25, 2025 and Dec. 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on the CIP adoption (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting and review updates on park winterizing, the upcoming closure of playfields at Skagit River Park, and the Rotary Park bathroom construction. The board will consider open board positions and term expirations, discuss a portable restrooms agreement, and hear a presentation on the PROS Plan community feedback. No formal decisions are noted beyond the minutes approval.

• Approve minutes from the 11/4/2025 board meeting
• Discuss portable restrooms agreement
• Presentation: PROS Plan Discussion Part 4 – community feedback on indoor sports facilities
• Rotary Park bathroom contract awarded to Henefin Construction (lowest of nine bids)
• Playfields at Skagit River Park to close on November 16

Library Board of Trustees

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees will approve the minutes from the October 7th meeting, review the director's October and November reports including the year‑to‑date financial statement, and consider a budget update. Additional items include approval of bills, discussion of lost or missing items, and a summary of a recent staff day.

• Approval of minutes – October 7th regular meeting
• Director’s October & November monthly reports with 2025 YTD financial report
• Approval of bills
• Discussion of weeds/discards and lost/missing items
• Budget update

The Library Board approved the minutes from the October meeting after a motion was moved and seconded. The board also approved the library’s pending bills following a motion and second. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved October meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved library bills (motion passed)

City Council

A motion to close the public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget was made by Councilors Stavig and Turman‑Bryant at 6:10 p.m. The motion received unanimous support and was carried. Mayor Bill Aslett then adjourned the meeting at 6:10 p.m.

• Closed public hearing (motion by Stavig and Turman‑Bryant, unanimous, carried)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on the 2026 budget and discuss the 2026 property tax levy and lodging tax awards. The body will also consider interlocal agreements regarding library allocation and the North Star Collaborative.

• 2026 Property Tax Levy
• 2026 Lodging Tax Award
• Interlocal Agreement with Skagit County for Library Allocation
• Interlocal Agreement for the North Star Collaborative (Mount Vernon, Burlington, Sedro-Woolley, and Skagit County)
• Council Workshop on 2026 Budget

The council approved the 2026 Property Tax Ordinance, raising the levy by 9.7% with a 4‑2 vote. It also approved the interlocal agreement forming the North Star Collaborative and added revised LTAC funding to the 2026 budget. Several routine items, including excusing a councilor, approving minutes, and paying invoices, were also carried unanimously.

• Excused Councilor Jamie Weiss – motion carried (unanimous)
• Approved November 13, 2025 meeting minutes – motion carried (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $298,910.18 in invoices and $372.63 utility refunds – motion carried (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda Item #1 (Skagit County Library Allocation ILA) – motion carried (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Property Tax Ordinance with 9.7% increase – motion passed 4:2
• Accepted revised LTAC funding recommendations for 2026 budget – motion carried (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign North Star Collaborative interlocal agreement – motion carried (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Burlington Planning Commission will discuss its Annual Work Plan, which guides the Community Development Department, but will take no action. Staff will present an update on the Comprehensive Plan Update project. Staff will also brief the commission on current permit applications and development projects.

• Annual Work Plan – discussion only, no action
• Long‑Range Planning Update – Comprehensive Plan Update briefing
• Development Review Update – current permits and projects briefing

City Council

The Burlington City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 property tax levy, which proposes a 7% increase using a 1% statutory rise and 6% of the banked authority. The council will also consider a bid award for Rotary Park restroom construction, adopt an EMS ambulance transport fee resolution, approve $15,600 in transportation impact fee credits for ELMS MT LLC, and approve a 2026 Skagit County Interlocal Agreement for Laserfiche software.

• Public hearing on 2026 Property Tax levy (7% increase, 1% statutory, 6% banked authority)
• Bid and contract award for Rotary Park restroom construction
• Adoption of Emergency Medical Services ambulance transport fee resolution
• Approval of $15,600 transportation impact fee credits for ELMS MT LLC
• Approval of 2026 Skagit County Interlocal Agreement for Laserfiche software

The council added two new agenda items—Historical Markers Grant Recommendation and Lodging Tax Discussion—by unanimous motions. It also approved the October 23, 2025 meeting minutes. A series of payments totaling $2,145,031.63 for accounts payable and payroll expenses were approved by unanimous vote.

• Added Agenda Item #3 – Historical Markers Grant Recommendation (motion carried)
• Added Agenda Item #4 – Lodging Tax Discussion (motion carried)
• Approved October 23, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Accounts Payable invoices of $742,559.56 (motion carried)
• Approved October 2025 electronic AP invoices of $43,309.03 (motion carried)
• Approved payroll expenses of $936,193.96 for pay period ending Oct 15, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved payroll expenses of $713,968.08 for pay period ending Oct 31, 2025 (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hear a presentation on the City’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan update. It will also discuss a resolution concerning the unimproved right‑of‑way on West Fairhaven Avenue. Additional items include updates on the Rotary Park bathroom project, irrigation planning for Skagit River Park, and information about upcoming community open houses.

• Resolution for West Fairhaven Ave. Unimproved Right‑of‑Way – discussion
• PROS Plan Discussion Part 3 presentation by Tom Beckwith
• Rotary Park Inclusive Playground Bathroom – plans complete, bid to be issued by end of month
• Irrigation plan for Skagit River Park – exploring non‑interruptible water right with PUD
• Community Open House on PROS Plan feedback – Tuesday, Nov 17, 6:30‑8 pm at Burlington Public Library

Planning Commission

The Burlington Planning Commission will review the final draft of the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan and may take action on it. It will also discuss the Active Transportation and Safety plan that will inform updates to the Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan. Finally, the commission will discuss proposed substantive changes to the Burlington Municipal Code needed for the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Review and possible action on the final draft of the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Discussion of the Active Transportation and Safety (ATS) plan for the Transportation Element update
• Discussion of proposed substantive changes to the Burlington Municipal Code for the Comprehensive Plan

City Council

The Burlington City Council will consider several funding and fee items, including the 2026 Lodging Tax Award, an Emergency Medical Services fee resolution, and a request for transportation impact fee credits. The council will also discuss the Active Transportation and Safety Plan and the 2025 Fire Department HVAC upgrade project. Additionally, the council will approve several accounts payable invoices totaling over $1.9 million.

• 2026 Lodging Tax Award (funding allocation)
• Emergency Medical Services Fee Resolution
• Request for Transportation Impact Fee Credits
• 2025 Fire Department HVAC Upgrade Project
• Approval of accounts payable invoices: $909,145.21, $41,068.84, $5,103.48, $957,996.09

The council rejected the 2026 LTAC funding recommendations with a 6‑1 vote, directing the agency to resubmit. It also approved the Skagit County Interlocal Agreement for Laserfiche, adopted an EMS ambulance transport fee resolution, and approved $15,600 in transportation impact fee credits. Additionally, the council authorized payment of $749,454.65 in accounts payable invoices and $740,199.22 in payroll, removed the fire department HVAC upgrade from the agenda, and approved the Veteran’s Day Parade consent item.

• Rejected LTAC funding recommendations, directing resubmission (6-1)
• Approved 2026 Skagit County Interlocal Agreement for Laserfiche (unanimous)
• Adopted EMS ambulance transport fee resolution, authorizing Mayor’s signature (unanimous)
• Approved transportation impact fee credits for ELMS MT LLC, $15,600 (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable invoices $749,454.65 and Payroll expenses $740,199.22 (unanimous)
• Struck Agenda Item #6 – 2025 Fire Department HVAC Upgrade Project from agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Veteran’s Day Parade consent agenda item, authorizing Mayor’s signature (unanimous)
• Motion to increase award funding to Historical Society and City Playing Fields passed (5-2)

Historical Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to conduct introductory business and review organizational guidelines. The agenda consists of informational items and procedural updates.

• Review of bylaws and duties
• Overview of meeting schedule
• Acknowledgement of April minutes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will approve the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes, review recent park updates, and hear two presentations: a Grasstains Learning Landscapes overview and a discussion of the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan update. The PROS Plan presentation outlines the timeline and process for a 20‑year and 6‑year plan to be adopted by City Council by January 2026. The meeting includes a brief open‑comment period before adjourning.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Grasstains Learning Landscapes (Nature Playscape at Maiben Park)
• PROS Plan update discussion with timeline to adopt plan by January 2026
• Review of new format for monthly Parks & Recreation reports
• Open comment period (no comments received)

City Council

The Burlington City Council considered a bid to provide pavement maintenance for an overlay project on city streets, including a motion to authorize the mayor to sign an agreement with Asphalt Northwest, which was not adopted. Council also approved the appointment of Sonja Wittmier to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and authorized a sidewalk closure for a Halloween event at Railroad Pizza & Pub. Additionally, the council approved payment of accounts payable invoices totaling $703,717.04 and a utility refund of $98.64.

• Appointment of Sonja Wittmier to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (consent agenda)
• Bid and Contract Award – Maintenance Overlay (presentation of bid for street pavement work)
• Motion to authorize the mayor to sign agreement with Asphalt Northwest for the overlay project (motion failed)
• Sidewalk Closure Request by Railroad Pizza & Pub for October 25 Halloween event
• Approval of accounts payable invoices totaling $703,717.04 and utility refund of $98.64

The council approved the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved payment of accounts payable invoices totaling $1,913,313.62. The council appointed Sonja Wittmier to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board. The council authorized the mayor to sign the agreement with Asphalt Northwest for the city’s overlay pavement maintenance project.

• Approved September 25, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved payment of accounts payable invoices totaling $1,913,313.62 (all in favor)
• Approved appointment of Sonja Wittmier to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (all in favor)
• Authorized Mayor to sign agreement with Asphalt Northwest for the overlay pavement maintenance project (all in favor)
• Excused Councilor Jess Pérez-Linares from the October 9, 2025 meeting (all in favor)

Library Board of Trustees

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve bills from September, discuss the City Fee Schedule changes, and welcome a new trustee. The meeting is scheduled for November 4th, 2025.

• Approval of September bills
• Discussion of City Fee Schedule changes
• Welcome new Trustee Joseph Santos
• Review of 2025 YTD Financial Report
• Discussion of Weeds/Discards and Lost/Missing Items

The trustees approved the minutes from the September meeting after a motion was moved, seconded, and passed. They also approved the library's pending bills following a motion that was moved, seconded, and passed. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved September meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved library bills (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a bid and contract award for a maintenance overlay. The meeting also includes a presentation on North Star opioid settlement funds and a sidewalk closure request for a Halloween event.

• Bid and Contract Award for Maintenance Overlay
• Sidewalk closure request by Railroad Pizza & Pub on October 25, 2025
• Presentation on North Star Opioid Settlement Funds

The council approved the September 11 special meeting minutes and the September 18 regular meeting minutes. It authorized payment of accounts payable invoices totaling $703,717.04 and utility billing refunds of $98.64. The consent agenda, including a sidewalk closure request for Railroad Pizza & Pub on Oct. 25, was approved. A motion to let the mayor sign the Asphalt Northwest overlay contract failed.

• Approved Sep 11, 2025 special meeting minutes (all in favor; motion carried)
• Approved Sep 18, 2025 regular meeting minutes (all in favor; motion carried)
• Approved payment of invoices $703,717.04 and refunds $98.64 (all in favor; motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda items, including sidewalk closure request (all in favor; motion carried)
• Motion to authorize mayor to sign Asphalt Northwest overlay agreement failed (no second; motion died)

City Council

Mayor Bill Aslett briefed the council on the search for a city administrator and recommended hiring Andy Parks on an interim basis. Councilmembers Stavig and Green moved to approve the contract, which is set for up to three months and may be terminated earlier. The motion passed with all members in favor.

• Approved appointment of Andy Parks as Interim City Administrator (all in favor)

City Council

The Burlington City Council will review a regional proposal for allocating opioid settlement funds, which includes $2.6 million already received and $8.3 million expected for the county. The council will also consider the purchase of a medium‑duty, gas‑powered dump truck and act on several consent agenda items, such as appointing a new library board trustee and extending the Sakuma Bros Ave closure. Additional items include approvals for a traffic‑safety interagency agreement and a Lexipol reporting and training contract.

• Presentation and discussion of the Regional Opioid Settlement Funds Proposal (North Star) – $2.6 M received, $8.3 M total expected for Skagit County
• Purchase of a Medium‑Duty, Gas‑Powered Dump Truck
• Approval of Washington Traffic Safety Commission Interagency Agreement (Target Zero program) for Oct 2025‑Sept 2026
• Approval of Lexipol Master Service Agreement for state performance reporting and online police training
• Consent agenda items: appointment of Joseph Santos to the Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees and extension of Sakuma Bros Ave closure

The council approved the appointment of Sandy Kottke as the City Finance Director. It also approved payments totaling over $1.3 million for invoices, payroll and utility refunds. The council authorized the purchase of a medium‑duty gas‑powered dump truck for up to $135,000 and the disposal of an old dump truck. Additional consent items, including a library board appointment and an extension of a street closure, were also approved.

• Approved Finance Director appointment of Sandy Kottke (all in favor)
• Approved payment of invoices: $508,472.56 AP, $35,239.20 electronic AP, $118.18 utility refunds, $753,819.40 payroll (all in favor)
• Approved appointment of Joseph Santos to the Burlington Public Library Board (all in favor)
• Approved extension of Sakuma Bros Ave closure to complete light‑pole relocation (all in favor)
• Authorized purchase of a medium‑duty gas‑powered dump truck not to exceed $135,000 (all in favor)
• Authorized surplus and disposal of truck #230, a 2001 Ford F450 dump truck (all in favor)
• Approved August 28, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to discuss updates to parks and recreation services and receive a presentation on the Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan kick-off. The meeting includes a review of previous minutes and a period for open public comment.

• PROS Plan Kick-Off presentation by Tom Beckwith

Library Board of Trustees

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve bills, review monthly reports, and discuss a revision to the STAR Reader Program policy. The meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2025.

• Approval of bills and monthly reports
• Discussion of weeds, discards, and lost items
• Memo regarding STAR Reader Program policy revision

The trustees approved the August meeting minutes after a correction. They approved the pending bills presented. They also approved a revision to the Policies/Procedures Manual that removes the Star Reader Program.

• Approved August meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved pending bills (motion passed)
• Approved revision to policies removing Star Reader Program (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss interagency agreements regarding traffic safety and police training. The body will also consider several appointments to the Historical Preservation Commission.

• Washington Traffic Safety Commission Interagency Agreement
• Lexipol Contract for State Performance Reporting and Police One On-Line Training
• Appointments of Cheri Lenssen, Debra Peterson, Ed Brunz, Karen Manatt, Kris Merritt, and Larry Gilbert to the Historical Preservation Commission
• Donation of exercise equipment to the Fire and Police Department

The council approved the Washington Traffic Safety Commission Target Zero interagency agreement for 2025‑2026 and the Lexipol Master Service Agreement for state reporting and online training. It also approved the payment of $470,388.31 in accounts payable, $1,265.25 for a summer camp vendor, and $962,955.57 in payroll expenses. The consent agenda items, including seven historical preservation commission appointments, were approved. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved Washington Traffic Safety Commission Target Zero agreement (all in favor)
• Approved Lexipol Master Service Agreement for police reporting and training (all in favor)
• Approved payment of invoices totaling $1,434,609.13 (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda items #1‑#7, including seven historical preservation appointments (all in favor)
• Approved August 14, 2025 council meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Excused Councilor Joe DeGloria from the August 28 meeting (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the preliminary adoption of revisions to Volume I of the Burlington Comprehensive Plan and an updated Capital Improvement Plan. These updates aim to comply with state Growth Management Act requirements and guide city budget decisions. Staff will also provide updates on long-range planning and current development projects.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan revisions including population, housing, and employment projections
• Proposed policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and per-capita vehicle miles traveled
• Public hearing on the preliminary adoption of the updated six-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Discussion of resiliency measures to mitigate climate change impacts
• Review of multimodal level of service (LOS) standards for active transportation

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending the 2025 budget and increasing the business license model threshold from $2,000 to $4,000. The body is also reviewing several contracts, including a design agreement for a natural playground and a police department remodel proposal.

• Ordinance updating City Business License Model Threshold from $2,000 to $4,000
• Termination of contract with Earthworks Solutions LLC for 2024 Sanitary Sewer Replacement project
• Agreement with Grasstains LLC for design of Maiben Parks’ Natural Playground
• Police Department Remodel fee proposal from King Architecture and Engineering Services
• Street closure request for 600 block of E. Vernon Avenue on August 23, 2025

The council approved the King Architecture design and engineering proposal for the Police Department remodel. It also terminated the contract with Earthworks Solutions for the sanitary sewer replacement project and authorized a new bid. Additional actions included updating the business license threshold, approving a $14,176.50 purchase of a Hurst extrication tool, and approving a 5‑to‑2 vote for a natural playground design at Maiben Park.

• Approved King Architecture proposal for Police Department remodel (all in favor)
• Terminated contract with Earthworks Solutions LLC for sanitary sewer project (all in favor)
• Approved ordinance raising City Business License Model Threshold to $4,000 (all in favor)
• Authorized purchase of Hurst SC 358E2 eDRAULIC combi‑tool for $14,176.50 (all in favor)
• Approved agreement with Grasstains LLC for Maiben Park natural playground design (5:2)
• Approved accounts payable invoices totaling $1,842,069.45 (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda street closures for E. Vernon Ave and Sakuma Brothers Ave (all in favor)
• Authorized trade of Boom Carts and Reels for new water cannons at no cost (all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board heard a two-part presentation on park maintenance, covering responsibilities like playground upkeep, turf maintenance, and facility care. The board also discussed deferred maintenance challenges and future priorities, including a Recreation Center Discussion planned for a later meeting.

• Burlington Parks System Maintenance Overview presented by Josh Lott
• Deferred maintenance and staffing challenges discussed
• Recreation Center Discussion planned for future meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the July monthly financial report and approve bills. The meeting includes discussions on a request for qualifications for a library space planner and the addition of a teen board member.

• RFQ for Library Space Planner
• Discussion of Teen Board member
• Review of 2025 YTD Financial Report
• Discussion of video game collection highlight
• Approval of bills

The trustees approved the meeting minutes and the monthly bills. They authorized a request for proposals for a library space planner, with six firms to submit proposals and a review committee to evaluate them. They directed that proposed changes to the teen board member provisions be sent to the city attorney for code updates.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved monthly bills (motion passed)
• Authorized RFQ for library space planner; six firms to submit proposals
• Directed teen board member code changes to city attorney

Burlington Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is meeting to review public art logistics and the spending of 2025 grant funds. The body will also discuss a kinetic sculpture RFQ and proposed amendments to its by-laws regarding board roles.

• Discussion of City Hall art logistics and Public Art Policy
• Review of 2025 grant fund spending and 2026 Lodging Tax Grant writing
• Kinetic Sculpture RFQ and Vinyl Wraps final steps
• Proposed by-law amendments for board positions including Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and Donor Relations
• Logo update presentation by Wade Lance

City Council

The City Council will decide on replacement options for a Sewer Department 1/2 ton pickup truck and a payroll deduction agreement with the IAFF Local #4111 Union. The body will also review proposals for a natural playground at Maiben Park and a Parks & Recreation PROS Plan update.

• Replacement options for Sewer Department 1/2 ton pickup truck
• Memorandum of Understanding with IAFF Local #4111 Union regarding payroll deductions
• Grasstains/Learning Landscapes proposal for Maiben Park Natural Playground
• Beckwith Consulting proposal for Parks & Recreation PROS Plan Update
• Notice of Merger Between Northwest Fiber Holdco, LLC and a subsidiary of BCE Holding Corporation

The council voted 5‑2 to approve the purchase of a Ram 1500 truck for the sewer department. A motion to approve the merger consent agenda item was not seconded and therefore failed. Councilors Green and Stavig moved to defer the IAFF Local #4111 payroll deductions MOU to a future meeting, and the motion carried unanimously.

• Approved purchase of Ram 1500 truck for sewer department (5-2)
• Failed to approve Consent Agenda Item #1 on Northwest Fiber‑BCE merger (motion not seconded)
• Deferred IAFF Local #4111 payroll deductions MOU to a future meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on the annual six-year Capital Improvement Plan and revised Comprehensive Plan goals and policies. Staff will also present results from a Public Participation and Engagement project.

• Annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) update
• Comprehensive Plan goals and policies review
• Public Participation and Engagement project results
• Development review permit application update
• Long range planning projects update

City Council

The City Council will review a bid award for wastewater treatment plant pump station upgrades and a contract with The Language Exchange Inc. The body will also discuss replacement options for a 2006 Sewer Department pickup truck.

• Bid award and agreement with Interwest Construction, Inc. for Wastewater Treatment Plant Influent and Effluent Pump Station Upgrades
• Contract with The Language Exchange Inc.
• Discussion of replacement options for Sewer Department Truck 109, including a Ford Lightning electric truck estimated at $103,572.79 with infrastructure

The council voted to award the bid and enter a contract with Interwest Construction, Inc. for the Wastewater Treatment Plant influent and effluent pump station upgrades and authorized the mayor to sign it. The council also approved payment of $905,588.32 in accounts payable invoices, $41,243.27 in June electronic AP, and $868.80 to Sunrise Salvage & Transport. Additionally, the council approved the contract with The Language Exchange, Inc. for municipal court interpreter services.

• Approved Interwest Construction contract for wastewater pump station upgrades (all in favor)
• Authorized Mayor to sign the Interwest Construction contract (all in favor)
• Approved accounts payable invoices totaling $905,588.32 (all in favor)
• Approved June 2025 electronic AP payment of $41,243.27 (all in favor)
• Approved Sunrise Salvage & Transport payment of $868.80 (all in favor)
• Approved contract with The Language Exchange, Inc. for court interpreter services (all in favor)
• Approved June 26, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Excused Councilors Elizabeth Turman-Bryant and Jamie Weiss from the meeting (all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will receive a presentation on the Burlington Parks System maintenance overview. The board will also discuss updates regarding the Maiben Park Nature Playscape, the PROS Plan, and the Jason Boerner Park RCO Grant.

• Burlington Parks System maintenance overview presentation
• Maiben Park Nature Playscape update
• PROS Plan update
• Jason Boerner Park RCO Grant update

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the Director's June monthly reports and the 2025 year-to-date financial report. The body will also act on the approval of bills and discuss the removal of weeded, discarded, lost, or missing items.

• 2025 YTD Financial Report
• Approval of bills
• Discussion of weeds, discards, and lost/missing items

The trustees approved the minutes from the June meeting after a motion by Cindy Lint and a second by Maria Yazzolino. They also approved the routine bills presented, with a motion moved by Carol Doyle and seconded by Cindy Lint. No new business was introduced. The next meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2025.

• Approved June meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved routine bills (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to acquire a section of property from Spring Meadows, LLC via eminent domain. The land, measuring less than 200 square feet, is needed for a roundabout at S Walnut Street and E McCorquedale Rd.

• Public hearing on Ordinance relating to Eminent Domain for East-West Connector
• Indigent Defense Services Contract
• Ventrac 2032 4520 Z

Mayor Bill Aslett and City Attorney Leif Johnson opened discussion on an ordinance for acquisition by eminent domain for the East‑West Connector. Councilors Green and Stavig moved to close the public hearing on the ordinance at 8:49 p.m. The motion was approved with all council members in favor, so the public hearing was closed. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Closed public hearing on eminent‑domain ordinance (motion carried, unanimous)

Burlington Arts Commission

The Burlington Arts Commission will meet to approve past meeting minutes and discuss unfinished business including utility box art installations, logo updates, and future event sponsorships. The meeting will also cover officer reports on murals, grants, and community art projects.

• Approval of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Utility box art progress update with $800–$1,500 donation range from James Stavig
• Big Foot by Henry mural application review
• Paul Allen Group art grant opportunities ($2,500–$25,000)
• Potential $1,000 sponsorship for 2026 summer concert series

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold preliminary discussions on revised goals for the Comprehensive Plan and the draft 2026 Capital Improvement Plan. No actions will be taken on these items. Staff will also provide updates on long range planning and current permit applications.

• Preliminary discussion of revised Comprehensive Plan goals and policies
• Preliminary discussion of draft 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Staff briefing on long range planning projects
• Staff briefing on current permit applications and development projects

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider an interlocal agreement with United General District 304 and discuss a covered decant structure. The body will also review the purchase of a new Kubota F3710 front deck mower and receive a mid-year report from the First Step Center.

• Interlocal Agreement with United General District 304
• Purchase of a new Kubota F3710 Front Deck Mower
• Street closure for Burlington Eagles on June 21, 2025
• Notice of merger between Northwest Fiber Holdco, LLC and Subsidiary of BCE Holding Corporation
• Mid-Year 2025 Report from First Step Center

The council approved a contract with North County Public Defense to provide indigent defense services. It also approved a five‑year interlocal agreement with United General District 304 and a design‑build contract with Trico Companies for a decant structure roof. The council authorized payment of multiple accounts payable invoices and added a Lawnmower Races item to the agenda. Additional routine items such as the consent agenda and meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved contract with North County Public Defense for indigent defense services (all in favor)
• Approved 5-year interlocal agreement with United General District 304 (all in favor)
• Approved design‑build contract with Trico Companies for decant structure, $157,458.00 + tax (all in favor)
• Approved payment of accounts payable invoices: $519,286.08; $41,343.95; $841.99; $3,475.20; $1,078,578.77; $745,653.96 (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda with omission of Item #2 (all in favor)
• Approved addition of Lawnmower Races item to agenda (all in favor)
• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Excused Councilor Elizabeth Turman‑Bryant from the meeting (all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will receive staff reports on park maintenance standards and recreation center planning. The board will also review updates regarding Jason Boerner Park and the Maiben Park Nature Playscape.

• Recreation Center Planning discussion
• Staffing and Level of Service Standards in Park Maintenance
• Jason Boerner Park update
• Maiben Park Nature Playscape update
• PROS Plan and RCO 2026 Projects updates

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the Director's May monthly reports and the 2025 year-to-date financial report. The meeting includes discussions on library collections and administrative office changes.

• 2025 YTD Financial Report
• Approval of bills
• Discussion of weeds, discards, and lost/missing items
• Director and Assistant Director office swap
• Summer Reading preview

The trustees approved the minutes from the May meeting and approved the library's bills. They decided to add a teen board member, update the appointment language, and have the city attorney review it. The director and assistant director will exchange offices so the assistant director is nearer the front of the library.

• Approved May meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved library bills (motion passed)
• Decided to add a teen board member and update appointment language for attorney review
• Approved office swap for Director Sarah Ward and Assistant Director Jenny Cole

Burlington Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to consider amendments to its bylaws regarding board positions and receive updates on the utility box project and commission logo. The body will also hear officer reports and discuss upcoming community art events.

• Proposed bylaw amendments to add Secretary, Treasurer, Historian, and Donor Relations Coordinator positions
• Progress update on utility box wraps, including a potential sponsorship of $250 to $800 from James Stavig
• Update on the Burlington Arts Commission logo design
• Discussion of upcoming events: Skagit Garden and Art Fair (June 21-22) and B Town Fall Fest (Sept 27-28)

City Council

The Burlington City Council will meet on May 22, 2025, to discuss and potentially approve several contracts, including upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Plant and an ADA Transition Plan. The meeting will also include updates on the Comprehensive Plan, presentations from the Children’s Museum and Art Commission, and a workshop on the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Agreement with Gray & Osborne for $2026 Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades
• Agreement with Transpo Group for ADA Transition Plan
• Agreement with Pacific Survey & Engineering for SR20 Nonmotorized & Safety Improvement Project design
• 2025 contract extension for Lana Reichert
• Revision to Four-City ILA for Indigent Defense

The council approved the May 8 meeting minutes and authorized payment of $390,690.21 in invoices and $727,892.99 in payroll. It also approved agreements for the wastewater treatment plant design, an ADA transition plan, a two‑year extension of the Skagit County Investigations contract, and an amendment to the Indigent Defense Interlocal Agreement. The most notable action was the 5‑1 approval of the design contract for SR20 non‑motorized and safety improvements.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoices $390,690.21 and payroll $727,892.99 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Gray & Osborne for 2026 wastewater treatment plant design (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Transpo Group for ADA transition plan (unanimous)
• Approved design agreement with Pacific Survey & Engineering for SR20 non‑motorized and safety improvements (5:1)
• Approved two‑year extension of agreement with Skagit County Investigations (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 1 to the Indigent Defense Interlocal Agreement (unanimous)
• Excused Councilor Joe DeGloria from the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

Burlington’s Planning Commission will review proposed changes to the city’s Comprehensive Plan to meet state growth requirements, discuss revisions to the six-year Capital Improvement Plan, and receive updates on long-range planning, development permits, and code enforcement. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Introduction of revised Comprehensive Plan goals to address Washington State Growth Management Act requirements (discussion only)
• Proposed revisions to the City’s six-year Capital Improvement Plan (discussion only)
• General update on long-range planning projects
• Summary of current permitting and development projects
• Summary of current code enforcement issues

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Burlington Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and vote on a formal recommendation for the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). They will also receive updates on the proposed bike park, Jason Boerner Park, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Rotary Park Inclusive Playground.

• Action on memo: CIP recommendation (Signed 2026 CIP Due)
• Bike Park re-cap and potential land east of Rotary Park
• Jason Boerner Park RCO Grant Information Update
• Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Rotary Park Inclusive Playground
• Introduction of new board members

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to declare an ambulance and IT equipment surplus, and discuss a Skagit River Park irrigation update. Action items include adopting Comprehensive Plan updates on development capacity and a revised public participation plan, plus discussing interim historic preservation regulations for Carnegie Library signage.

• Resolution to declare Ambulance #62 as surplus
• Resolution to declare IT equipment surplus
• Comprehensive Plan Update – Development Capacity (action)
• Comprehensive Plan Update – Revised Public Participation Plan and Schedule (action)
• Historical Preservation Ordinance – Interim Regulations (discussion)

The Burlington City Council approved a series of motions, including declaring Ambulance #62 surplus, disposing of surplus IT equipment, and adopting Planning Commission recommendations on development capacity and public participation. The Council also approved the April 24 meeting minutes, accounts payable invoices totaling $548,398.05 (plus additional items), and interim historic preservation ordinance regulations. All motions were carried with all members in favor.

• Approved Accounts Payable invoices: $548,398.05, $38,796.25, $3,700.00, $9,651.46, $1,212.33 (All in favor; motion carried)
• Approved Consent Agenda Items #1 and #2 with time changes (All in favor; motion carried)
• Declared Ambulance #62 surplus and authorized Mayor to sign transfer agreements (All in favor; motion carried)
• Passed interim Historical Preservation Ordinance (All in favor; motion carried)
• Approved disposal of surplus IT equipment per 2025 IT surplus list (All in favor; motion carried)
• Adopted Planning Commission recommendations on development capacity (All in favor; motion carried)
• Accepted Planning Commission recommendation on Public Participation Plan schedule (All in favor; motion carried)
• Approved minutes from the April 24, 2025 City Council meeting (All in favor; motion carried)

Library Board of Trustees

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes and bills, review monthly reports from the director, and discuss discarding lost or missing items. New business includes an update on the teen board member, the poet laureate program, and proposed revisions to the Collection Development Policy and public comment form.

• Approval of bills and discussion of weeded, discarded, and lost/missing items
• Review of 2025 YTD Financial Report and Director's April monthly reports
• Teen Board Member update
• Poet Laureate program discussion
• Collection Development Policy and Comment Form revisions

The trustees approved the minutes from the April meeting and authorized payment of outstanding bills. They also approved the revised Collection Development Policy and its comment form. No other items were decided; the board noted pending reviews for teen board members and other initiatives.

• Approved April meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved outstanding library bills (motion passed)
• Approved Collection Development Policy revisions (motion passed)

Burlington Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will discuss adding secretary, treasurer, historian, and donor relations coordinator roles to its by-laws. The body will also receive updates on the commission logo and utility box projects.

• Proposed by-law amendments to add four new board officer positions
• Discussion of a lodging tax application due in August
• Update on the Poet Laureate of Burlington partnership with Skagit River Poetry Foundation
• Discussion of an art show or display at City Hall
• Progress updates on utility box art and the BAC logo

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update, reviewing options to increase housing and employment capacity including zoning changes for middle housing, cottage housing, fee waivers, MFTE, ADUs, and employment zone clarifications. During the regular meeting, council will discuss a police department remodel and consider action items: an interagency agreement for teaching at the regional academy and a design agreement for an inclusive playground bathroom. Consent agenda items include a street closure for a library event on June 27 and two appointments to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.

• Workshop on 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update with options to increase housing and employment capacity
• Police Department Remodel introduction/discussion/possible action
• CJTC Interagency Agreement allowing Burlington instructors to teach at the regional academy
• Design Agreement for Inclusive Playground Bathroom
• Street closure request for E. Washington in front of Library on June 27, 2025

The council approved an interagency agreement allowing Burlington police officers to teach at the regional academy. It also approved the design of an inclusive playground bathroom with King Architecture (vote 5:1). The Police Department remodel item was removed from the agenda to be reconsidered as an RFQ (vote 5:1). Additionally, the council approved accounts payable and payroll invoices totaling $1,409,929.46.

• Approved interagency agreement for police training (all in favor)
• Approved inclusive playground bathroom design with King Architecture (5:1)
• Removed Police Department remodel item to be returned as RFQ (5:1)
• Approved Accounts Payable invoices $463,184.42 and payroll expenses $945,745.04 (all in favor)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑3 (all in favor)
• Approved April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Excused Councilor Jestis Pérez‑Linares from the meeting (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommending the adoption of a goal and policy audit and a facilities and fleet audit. These audits aim to bring the Burlington Comprehensive Plan into compliance with Washington State climate laws and identify energy efficiency upgrades for city assets.

• Recommendation on Climate Planning Goal and Policy Audit
• Recommendation on Facilities and Fleet Audit for city buildings and vehicles
• Staff updates on long-range planning, permitting, and code enforcement

Historical Preservation Commission

The Burlington Historical Preservation Commission will discuss several old business items, including a report on agricultural businesses that built Burlington, negotiations with the city regarding the Carnegie Library, a dedication event for a Pomeroy Foundation historic landmark sign, and a nomination of Greenhills Memorial Cemetery for the Washington State Historic Register. New business includes discussing grants for the Carnegie Library and candidates for commission vacancies. The meeting is primarily discussion and no final decisions are expected.

• Report on Agricultural Businesses that Built Burlington
• Negotiations with the city regarding the Carnegie Library
• William G. Pomeroy Historic Landmark Dedication
• Greenhills Memorial Cemetery nomination for WA Historic Register
• Grants for the Carnegie Library and candidates for BHPC vacancies

City Council

The City Council will discuss modifications to the procurement policy for used vehicles and equipment. The body is also deciding on several service contracts and interlocal agreements for probation and community court services.

• Bid award for Generator Services Northwest, LLC for generator load bank testing
• Sole source procurement of Bioxide solution for Sewer Dept. odor control
• Interlocal Agreements for Probation Services and Community Court
• RCO Certification of Applicant Match for basketball courts at Boerner Park
• Confirmation of Planning Commission Member Melissa Koski

The City Council approved several financial and procurement items, including multiple invoices and a generator testing contract. It also approved a sole‑source purchase of a Bioxide odor‑control solution. Interlocal agreements were adopted for probation services (2026‑2028) and community court services ($11,700 per year, 2026‑2028). The council authorized the RCO Certification of Applicant Match and the consent agenda item.

• Approved invoices: $542,713.49, $36,900.59, $27,722.40, $735,677.71 (unanimous)
• Awarded Generator Services Northwest LLC contract for load bank testing (6-0)
• Approved sole‑source procurement of Bioxide Solution odor control (6-1)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Skagit County for probation services (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement for community court services ($11,700/yr) (6-1)
• Approved signature on RCO Certification of Applicant Match (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda Item #1 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Burlington Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a special presentation from the Burlington Bicycle Coalition and discuss planning for the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). They will also consider approving minutes from the March 11 meeting. The agenda includes a public comment period.

• Special presentation by Burlington Bicycle Coalition
• Discussion on 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for parks
• Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees will review the director's March financial report and incident reports, discuss discards and lost items, and consider new business including a Teen Board member update that requires legal department review and City Council approval, potential impacts of IMLS federal funding cuts, and board recruitment efforts.

• Discussion of IMLS federal funding cuts and potential impact on Burlington Public Library
• Teen Board member update – legal department review and City Council approval needed
• Board recruitment efforts including Skagit Lead & Serve Expo on April 11
• Approval of bills and discussion of weeds/discards and lost/missing items
• Director's March monthly reports with 2025 YTD financial report

The trustees approved the minutes from the January meeting after a motion was moved and seconded. They also approved the monthly bills after a motion was moved and seconded. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved January meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved monthly bills (motion passed)

City Council

The Burlington City Council will consider replacing police-issued Sig P320 pistols due to safety concerns, create a new Park Usage Coordinator position, and reassign responsibilities in Public Works and Parks. They will also hear presentations on the Solarize Skagit program and the Northstar Program, and review February 2025 financial reports showing the city remains financially healthy.

• Replacement of police-issued Sig P320 pistols and holsters, plus officer qualification training, due to potential unintended discharge issues
• New Park Usage Coordinator position and title changes for Public Works/Parks Operations Director and Enrichment Services position
• Sole source procurement of Bioxide solution for odor control at the wastewater treatment plant
• Modification to city procurement policy to allow purchase of used vehicles and equipment
• Teamsters MOU for reassignment of administrative duties to three Lead positions in Public Works

The council approved the purchase of new police firearms after reviewing quotes and insurance issues, with all members in favor. It also approved new public works and parks job titles (4‑3), the Teamsters MOU (4‑3), and the Indigent Defense Appeal and Conflict Counsel agreements (6‑1 each). The mayor was authorized to sign oxygen interlocal agreements with Fire Districts #5 and #12, and the procurement policy amendment for used vehicles was tabled. Additionally, routine accounts payable invoices totaling $1,173,? (including $238,036.95, $464.18, and $931,457.00) were approved unanimously.

• Approved purchase of new police firearms (all in favor)
• Approved new job titles retroactive Jan 1 2025 (4:3)
• Approved Teamsters MOU retroactive Jan 1 2025 (4:3)
• Approved Indigent Defense Appeal Legal Representation Agreement (6:1)
• Approved Conflict Counsel Agreement (6:1)
• Authorized mayor to sign oxygen interlocal agreements with Fire Districts #5 and #12 (all in favor)
• Approved routine accounts payable invoices totaling $1,173,? (all in favor)
• Tabled modification of procurement policy for used vehicles (all in favor to table)

Burlington Arts Commission

The Burlington Arts Commission will discuss unfinished business including a motion on the location for the C. Blackburn balloon sculpture, an update on utility box wraps, and the BAC logo design. New business includes a presentation on the Queer Youth Initiative and a discussion on duties of officers. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Motion on C. Blackburn balloon sculpture location (ranked list provided)
• Utility box wrap progress update with vinyl printer and PSE/WSDOT permission
• BAC logo design update with Wade Lance
• Queer Youth Initiative presentation
• Discussion on duties of officers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and possibly take action on several components of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. Items include a climate planning update with action on a greenhouse gas inventory report, a multi-modal transportation plan update, and a revised public participation plan. A presentation on climate planning will also be given by the consultant team. Other items include approval of February meeting minutes and updates on long-range planning and development.

• Approval of February 19, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Presentation and discussion on climate planning project by Maul Foster and Alongi
• Action on recommending Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory and Vulnerable Populations Report for further climate planning
• Action on recommending Active Transportation & Safety goal and policy audit and intersection LOS report for future transportation planning
• Discussion of preliminary draft climate planning goals/policy audit and city buildings/facilities audit

The commission voted to continue using the greenhouse‑gas data presented by Maul Foster & Alongi for the climate‑planning element of the comprehensive plan. It also voted to continue using the transportation data presented by Transpo for the transportation element of the comprehensive plan. Both motions were carried with all members in favor.

• Approved use of Maul Foster & Alongi data for climate planning element (motion carried)
• Approved use of Transpo data for transportation planning element (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including a four-city interlocal agreement for indigent defense, new job titles for parks and library departments, and a sole-source pump purchase. A workshop on March 20 will focus on priorities for the new Transportation Benefit District, which is expected to generate $1.3 million annually. Consent items include a petty cash resolution and renewal of Pictometry aerial imagery software.

• Four-City Interlocal Agreement for Indigent Defense Services (Mount Vernon, Anacortes, Sedro-Woolley)
• Sole Source Procurement of Hydromatic Submersible Pump for Sewer Department
• New Job Titles for Parks, Library, and Recreation Department reassignments
• 2025-26 HVAC Preventative Maintenance Services contract award to low bidder
• Renewal of N.O.R.A. radio-controlled car track lease (off Whitmarsh Road) to 2028

The Burlington City Council approved accounts payable totaling $797,945.15 plus other expenses, and authorized several agreements including a sole-source pump replacement, a four-city indigent defense interlocal agreement, HVAC maintenance services, and a NORA renewal. Two action items were tabled to a future meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved accounts payable of $797,945.15 and other expenses (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Petty Cash Resolution and Pictometry interlocal agreement (unanimous)
• Tabled Action Items #2 and #3 to a future meeting (unanimous)
• Approved sole-source pump agreement with Pump Tech, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved four-city interlocal agreement for indigent defense services (unanimous)
• Authorized HVAC service agreement with Western Mechanical Systems LLC (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2028 NORA agreement renewal (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Burlington Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet on March 11, 2025. The board will approve minutes from February, receive staff reports, and hear an update on the inclusive playground at Rotary Park. New business includes a discussion on completing Skagit River Park and an information item on the Jason Boerner Park playground.

• Approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Parks report by Travis Schwetz on field maintenance and trail work
• Recreation report by Christi Kinney
• Update on inclusive playground at Rotary Park (old business)
• Discussion on completion of Skagit River Park (new business)

Library Board of Trustees

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine business including the director's monthly reports, approval of bills, and a policy manual update to correct a fee typo in the Internet Policy Agreement. They will also review the 2024 annual report and ongoing board member recruitment.

• Approval of bills
• Discussion of Weeds/Discards and Lost/Missing Items
• Policy Manual Update – fee typo in Internet Policy Agreement
• Service highlight – Girls for Days project
• Board member recruitment continues

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees approved the January meeting minutes and the monthly bills. The board discussed the open trustee position and a policy manual typo, but took no votes on those items. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved January meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved monthly bills (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a new playground for Boerner Park and potential changes to the land use appeal process. The body will also consider a salary survey for non-represented employees and an interlocal agreement for indigent defense services.

• Proposed replacement playground for Boerner Park via Great Western Recreation
• Interlocal Agreement with Skagit County for Pictometry Software
• Four City Interlocal Agreement (ILA) for Indigent Defense
• Authorization for 2025 Non-Represented Salary and Benefit Survey
• Discussion on removing Council from land use appeal process

The Council approved spending up to $380,000 for playground equipment at Jason Boerner Park, with a 5-1 vote. They also approved routine payments and payroll, tabled an interlocal agreement with Skagit County pending more information, and authorized an RFP for a non-represented salary and benefits survey. The meeting included a closed session on collective bargaining, with any action deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved playground equipment for Jason Boerner Park, not to exceed $380,000 (5-1)
• Approved accounts payable, event, refund, and payroll expenses totaling $1,262,181.16
• Tabled interlocal agreement with Skagit County until next meeting
• Moved Pictometry contract to next regular meeting
• Authorized RFP for Non-Represented Employee Salary and Benefit Survey
• Deferred closed-session item to next regular meeting
• Approved February 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Excused Councilor Pérez-Linares from meeting

Burlington Arts Commission

The Burlington Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 27, 2025, and address any new or unfinished business. The agenda includes an open comment period for public input. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Open public comment period

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several components of the Comprehensive Plan Update, including climate planning and transportation safety. The body may take action on development capacity options and the public participation plan. Other items are for discussion only.

• Capacity options for increasing commercial and residential development
• Draft amendments to address Washington State Growth Management Act and Countywide Planning Policy
• Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory and Vulnerable Populations, Areas, and Infrastructure report
• Draft goal and policy changes for active transportation and transportation safety
• Revised project schedule and public participation plan

City Council

The City Council will interview applicants to fill the Ward 2 seat vacated by Keith Chaplin on January 23, 2025. The body may select a successor to serve until December 31, 2027, or choose to reopen the application process.

• Appointment of a new Ward 2 Councilmember
• Appointment of Student Representative on Art Commission
• 2024 Year-End Report presentation from Friendship House/First Step Center
• Presentation on new phone system from NW Tech

The Burlington City Council approved the January 23, 2025 meeting minutes and a series of payments totaling over $3.5 million, including accounts payable, payroll, and utility refunds. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates on various projects and programs.

• Approved January 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable invoices of $1,834,684.69 (unanimous)
• Approved January 2025 electronic AP of $36,480.72 (unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 Mountain Law payment of $27,722.40 (unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 utility billing refunds of $1,537.72 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll for period ending Jan 15, 2025 of $921,859.23 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll for period ending Jan 31, 2025 of $705,089.19 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of student representative to Art Commission (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to interview two candidates for the vacant Ward 2 Council position. After an executive session, the Council voted 4-2 to appoint Kelsey Freeman, who was then sworn in immediately. The appointment is effective February 13, 2025.

• Appointed Kelsey Freeman to fill Ward 2 vacancy (4-2)
• Swore in Kelsey Freeman as Councilmember

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will take action on a recommendation to the City Council for the Jason Boerner Park playground. They will also receive updates on the Inclusive Playground, a bathroom at Rotary Park, and a land acquisition discussion. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a parks report on winter maintenance and equipment.

• Recommendation to Council for Jason Boerner Park playground design
• Update on Inclusive Playground
• Update on bathroom at Rotary Park
• Land Acquisition discussion
• Parks report with winter maintenance and equipment needs

Burlington Arts Commission

The Burlington Arts Commission will hear a guest speaker, discuss roles and chain of command, and vote on responses to a request for qualifications (RFQ) to select artists for utility box art. They will also vote on selecting a graphic artist for QR sign design and Art Walk map updates. The meeting includes public comment on the Queer Youth Initiative and Photo of the Month.

• RFQ responses to select artists for utility box art (motion)
• Select graphic artist for QR design and Art Walk map (motion)
• Discussion of roles, positions, and chain of command
• Guest speaker Cate Anderson
• Open comment on Queer Youth Initiative and Photo of the Month

The Burlington Arts Commission voted to add Treasurer and Donor Relations/Liaison positions to its board, with Valeria Duenas-Sumano and Marjorie Plewinski volunteering respectively. They also approved hiring Wade Lance as the graphic artist for the commission's logo. The commission discussed a proposed sculpture donation but took no formal action, and reviewed RFQ submissions for utility box art, with artist selection deferred to the February meeting.

• Added Treasurer and Donor Relations/Liaison board positions (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Wade Lance for logo design (motion by Earl, second by Marjorie, passed)
• Deferred utility box artist selection to February meeting
• No action on sculpture donation; will discuss site options later

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop with the Washington Cities Insurance Authority, then an executive session, followed by the regular meeting. Action items include authorizing an interlocal agreement for the Skagit County Drug Enforcement Unit, approving a contract for Laserfiche records management in Municipal Court, authorizing a request for qualifications for Maiben Park Natural Playground design, and purchasing a replacement tractor and a vehicle for Engineering. Presentations include a DOE wastewater award and the Burlington Historical Society's proposal to use the Carnegie Library.

• Approve 2025 Skagit County Interlocal Drug Enforcement Unit (SCIDEU) Agreement
• Authorize RFQ for Maiben Park Natural Playground design (part of Maiben Master Plan)
• Approve interlocal with Skagit County for Laserfiche electronic records system in Municipal Court
• Authorize purchase of replacement tractor for Skagit River Park (minimum horsepower, turf tires)
• Approve replacement vehicle for Engineering Department (replacing 2002 model)

The Burlington City Council approved a contract with Mount Vernon for indigent defense services, added to the agenda during the meeting. They also approved several other items, including a Laserfiche interlocal agreement, a natural playground RFQ, a SCIDEU agreement, a tractor purchase, new job classifications, and a vehicle replacement. All votes were unanimous except for the playground RFQ (5-2) and SCIDEU (6-1).

• Approved indigent defense services contract with Mount Vernon (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 County Laserfiche Interlocal for Municipal Court (unanimous)
• Authorized RFQ for Maiben Park Natural Playground design (5-2)
• Approved 2025 SCIDEU Interlocal Agreement (6-1)
• Authorized tractor purchase up to $70K (unanimous)
• Added two new job classifications to Non-Represented Wage Grid (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 2024 Ford Explorer for Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved Police Department Support Personnel Agreement (unanimous)

Historical Preservation Commission

The Burlington Historical Preservation Commission will discuss a proposal to present to City Council regarding the future of the Carnegie Library, as well as the status of a William Pomeroy grant application for a plaque. New business includes plans for the 2025 historical display, a nomination of Green Hills Memorial Cemetery for historic registers, and discussion on creating a local historic register. Most items are for discussion only; no final decisions are expected.

• Discussion of proposal to City Council on Carnegie Library (presentation 1/23/25)
• Update on William Pomeroy Grant application status for Carnegie Library plaque
• Review of 2025 Historical Display plans
• Nomination of Green Hills Memorial Cemetery for historic registers
• Discussion on creating a Local Historic Register

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider minor non-substantive changes to chapters 17.100-17.125 of the Burlington Municipal Code. They will also discuss potential changes to increase housing and employment capacity as part of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update, evaluating options to address identified shortages. Staff will provide updates on long-range planning projects and current development permits.

• Consideration of minor, non-substantive code changes to chapters 17.100-17.125
• Discussion of options to address housing and employment capacity shortages identified in Development Capacity Analysis
• Update on long-range planning projects
• Update on current permits and development projects

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hear a staff report on parks, discuss a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Nature Playscape project, and take action on reviewing board member terms. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Nature Playscape project
• Advisory board member review and action on terms
• Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Parks staff report (information item)
• Open comment period for public

City Council

The City Council will meet to appoint two members to the Civil Service Commission and determine 2025 committee assignments. The body will also discuss a proposal to combine the Plans Examiner and Inspector positions to improve building permit processing.

• Appointment of James (Jim) Corra to Civil Services Commission
• Appointment of Steve Stafford to Civil Services Commission
• Discussion of Combined Plans Examiner & Inspector Position
• Selection of 2025 Mayor Pro Tem and Council Committee assignments
• Executive Session to discuss Police Guild Support Staff Collective Bargaining Agreement

The Burlington City Council approved the 2025 Council Committee assignments, including adding the Arts Commission and North Star Advisory Committee, and appointed Councilor Elizabeth Turman-Bryant as Mayor Pro-Tempore. The council also approved multiple accounts payable and payroll expenses totaling over $2.5 million, and appointed two members to the Civil Service Commission. A motion to approve a police support personnel agreement failed in a 3-4 vote.

• Approved 2025 Council Committee assignments with new Arts Commission and North Star Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Elizabeth Turman-Bryant as Mayor Pro-Tempore (unanimous)
• Appointed Jamie Weiss to Investment Committee (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll totaling $2,575,256.63 (unanimous)
• Appointed Jim Sarro and Steve Stafford to Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Police support personnel agreement failed (3-4)

Library Board of Trustees

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss routine administrative matters including approval of minutes and bills. Key items include a community needs assessment update from Phase 1 feedback, board member recruitment, and a collection highlight on juvenile nonfiction refresh. No major policy changes or expenditures are expected.

• Community needs assessment update – Phase 1 library feedback
• Board member recruitment continues
• Approval of bills and discussion of Weeds/Discards and Lost/Missing Items
• Collection highlight – Juvenile Nonfiction Refresh
• Temporary table replacement complete

The Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees met on January 7, 2025, and approved the December meeting minutes and the payment of bills. The board discussed the 2025 budget, which will be similar to 2024, with minor cuts offset by savings from Parks and Rec removing fireworks from their budget. They also noted an open Indigent Defense/Spanish Language Outreach position and a patron trespassed for inappropriate comments.

• Approved December meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved bills, including clarification of Skagit County Contribution for children's program supplies