2015/05/06 Council Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

May 6, 2015 Howie and Melinda Bargreen, Everett, expressed concern about bank stabilization and safety impacts on their property, which is adjacent to the proposed project. Tom Ehrlichman, Dykes Ehrlichman PS, spoke on behalf of the Bargreens regarding the resolution and asked council members to allow a two to three week delay to obtain permitting details. He also urged the Council to require compliance and mitigation by BNSF. Council Member Murphy asked that additional information be provided prior to next week's meeting. City Attorney Iles stated that Washington State Department of Transportation, BNSF, and City staff will be in attendance at next week's City Council meeting to answer questions. Review City Council Rules of Procedure for the conduct of Council Presented by Council President Bader President Bader stated that this item was the result of a request several weeks ago by Council Member Roberts, with the concurrence of Council Member Tuohy, to discuss Council rules and procedures. Council Member Murphy stated the frequency and consistency of televised meetings each week works well. He recommended more consistency and effort by council members in providing liaison reports. Council Member Tuohy stated that she would like to see more careful scheduling when briefing topics are meaty so that citizens don't have to wait long periods of time. Council Member Stonecipher concurred with Council Member Tuohy regarding the structure of meetings.. She commented on the subject of committees, the lack of a forum for discussing topics or ideas unless they are coming forward for Council action, and the separation between Council and City staff. Council Member Stonecipher also commented on the possibility of conducting a public survey to gain input regarding Council procedures. 129