Minutes ofthe Arlington City Council Workshop  Council Chambers 110 East 3rd Street Monday, November 25, 2024  Councimembers Present: Heather Logan, Rob Toyer, Debora Nelson, Michele Blythe,  Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam, Leisha Nobach, and Jan Schuette.  Council Members Absent: None.  Staff Present: Mayor Don Vanney, Paul Ellis, Jim Kelly, Marc Hayes, Amy Rusko, Jonathan Ventura, Chelsea Brewer, City Attorney Steve Peiffle, and Wendy Van Der Meersche. Also Known to be Present: Kathy Vanney, Tim Abrahamson, Drew Bono, Dave Kraski, and Mayor Don Vanney called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm, and the Pledge of Allegiance and  Bob Nelson. roll call followed.  APPROVAL OFTHEAGENDA  Mayor Pro Tem Michele Blythe moved to approve the agenda as presented. Councilmember Debora Nelson seconded the motion, which passed with a unanimous vote. INTRODUCTIONOESPRCIALGUESTSAND PRESENTATIONS  None.  WORKSHOP ITEMS-NO ACTIONWASTAREN  Contract Renewal for Kennel Services with the Humane Society of Skagit Valley Police Chief] Jonathan Ventura reviewed a contract renewal with the Humane Society of The City of Arlington has maintained a partnership with the Human Society of Skagit Valley (HSSV) since 2012. Prior to this the City had a brief contract with the City of Everett. HSSV isl located 30 miles away, whereas the City of Everett Shelter is located 18 miles away. Factoring drive times with traffic, each location takes nearly the same amount oft travel time pert trip, however HSSV is significantly more cost effective. Arlington had maintained its own animal control services and shelter up to 2002. Discussion followed with Chief  (HSSV)  Skagit Valley for kennel services. HSSV requests a 5-year agreement.  Ventura answering Council questions.  Page 1of2    Minutes ofthe CityofA Arlington City Council Workshop Final Draft of2 2024 Comprehensive Plan draft oft the City's 2024 Comprehensive Plan.  November 25.2024  Community and Economic Development Deputy Director Amy Rusko reviewed the final  Community and Economic Development Quarterly Report  Community and Economic Development Director Marc Hayes reviewed the department's  quarterly report.  Utilities and Transportation Quarterly Report ADMINISTRATOR AND STAFF REPORTS  Public Works Director Jim Kelly reviewed the department's quarterly report. City Administrator Paul Ellis wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Mayor Don Vanney wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.  MAYOR'SI REPORT  COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS  Councilmember Logan provided an update about viruses from the Snohomish County Councilmember Gallardo-Van Ornam requested a sports commission update soon, with possibly a presentation to Council. She also shared that the high school Spanish teacher complimented the Hispanic Heritage Event. She also spoke about the National Civics Bee.  Department ofHealth.  COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS PUBLICCOMMENT the Santa Run.  Councimembers had nothing to report this evening.  North County Regional Fire. Authority Deputy Chief of Operations Dave Kraski spoke about  REVIEW OF CONSENT: AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING  Councilmembers discussed and agreed toj put Item No. 10 Contract Renewal for Kennel Services with the Humane Society of Skagit Valley (HSSV) on the Consent Agenda.  EXECUTIVESESSION ADIOURNMENT  With noi further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.    DenE.Vanney, Mayor  Page 2 of2