2012/12/12 Council Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

December 12, 2012 The regular meeting of the Everett City Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m., December 12, 2012 in the City Council Chambers of the Everett City Hall, President Gipson presiding. Upon roll call it was found that Mayor Stephanson and Council Members Roberts, Moore, Hatloe, Gipson, Bader, Stonecipher, and Affholter were present. Council Member Bader led the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes of the December 5, 2012 City Council meeting were approved as printed. Council Members Moore and Hatloe abstained from the vote. MAYOR Mayor Stephanson thanked everyone who turned out last night for the holiday reception recognizing the boards and commissions members. He noted that the Fourth Annual Wintertide will be held tomorrow night. COUNCIL Council Member Hatloe responded to an inquiry made at last week's city council meeting regarding his residency. He stated that he and his wife have been living in Everett with their son since their home sold last July. Council Member Roberts thanked all of the city's volunteers. He also thanked Deb Williams for hosting the city council potluck this afternoon. He encouraged everyone to purchase their Christmas gifts from local merchants. Council President Gipson commented that since his presidency is coming to an end, he will be working to clean off his desk over the next two weeks and placing items on the agenda. SELECTION PROCEDURES - COUNCIL POSITION NO. 3 President Gipson stated that each council member will be provided a packet with a complete set of names, letters and resumes by 5 p.m., 345