2003/10/08 Council Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

October 8.2003 The regular meeting of the Everett City Council was called to order at 8:30 a.m..October 8,2003 in the City Council Chambers of the Everett City Hall.President Hatloe presiding. Upon roll calf it was found that Mayor Anderson;Council Members Krell,Olson,Hatloe,Gipson,Campbell, Pope and Overstreet were present. Council Member Campbell led the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes of the October 1,2003 City Council meeting were approved as printed. MAYOR Mayor Anderson commented that it was an exceirg weekend in Everett. The S ilvedips played their o pening game at the Events Center a nd the Sausage Fest had an estimated 15,000 people in attendance.Business in downtown Everett Increased by 25%to 30%, COUNCIL Council Member Pope reminded everyone that the Mayor will present the proposed 2004 city budget on October 29,2003.The first budget hearing is scheduled for November 5,2003.He urged all council members having questions or commends to contact the Mayor's office. All of the council members commented on the weekend Events Center activities and how great it was to see the enthusiasm and increased people activity in Ste downtown area. Council Member Olson stated that the city council has received the 2004 preliminary budget and that it is available to the pudic. He also requested time be given to the Budget Director for some additional budget comments following councils comments. 323