2022/03/30 Council Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

March 30, 2022 The regular meeting of the Everett City Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m., March 30, 2022, by President Stonecipher. Upon roll call, it was found that Mayor Franklin and Council Members Fosse, Vogeli, Tuohy, Rhyne, Schwab, Zarlingo and President Stonecipher were present. Council Member Tuohy led the Pledge of Allegiance. On behalf of the City Council, Council Member Vogeli acknowledged the original inhabitants of this place, the sduhubs people and their successors, the Tulalip Tribes. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of March 23, 2022, were approved as printed. Council Members Fosse, Vogeli, and Tuohy abstained from the vote. MAYOR Mayor Franklin stated that the City is grieving the loss of fallen Officer Dan Rocha, who was tragically killed in the line of duty while protecting our community. She expressed her deepest condolences to his family and all who knew and loved him, including our police chief and the entire police team, who have lost a beloved co- worker and friend. Everyday our police officers bravely put themselves in harm's way to keep everyone of us safe. Our community is heartbroken and honors Officer Rocha's memory, legacy, and ultimate sacrifice in service to our city. Mayor Franklin stated the memorial service for Officer Dan Rocha will be held on Monday, April 4, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at the Angel of the Winds Arena. The service will be open to the public. A memorial fund has been set up to honor Officer Rocha's memory, with donations going to support his family. She thanked Coastal Community Bank and Victim's Support Services for assisting the City in setting up this fund, and the community for the outpouring of support they have shown for Officer Rocha's family and our police team as they process this terrible tragedy. Further 1