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              Barb Tolbert

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Jesica Stickles, Position 1
Joshua Roundy, Position 2
Debora Nelson, Position 3
Sue Weiss, Position 4
Marilyn Oertle, Position 5
Mike Hopson, Position 6
Jan Schuette, Position 7

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Mayor's Office
360-403-3442
 
Administration
360-403-3441

Airport
360-403-3470

Cemetery
360-403-3428

Community and Economic Development
360-403-3551

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Utility Billing
360-403-3421

Fire Business Line
360-403-3600

Human Resources
360-403-3443
 
Police Business Line 
360-403-3400

Public Works Utilities
360-403-3526

Recreation 
360-403-3448

Street and Park Maintenance
360-403-3451

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Upcoming Events  

May 1 -25
Arlington Library
 
             
May 19
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

May 19
Legion Park
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

May 19
Legion Park
1:00 p.m.

May 20
Legion Park
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

May 21
Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age
Byrnes Performing Arts Center
6:00 p.m.

May 22
WSU Everett Center
4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

May 23, 30
Lakewood/Smokey Point Library
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

May 24, 31
Lakewood/Smokey Point Library
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

May 24
Arlington Library
3:00 p.m.

May 25
Lakewood/Smokey Point Library
10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

May 26
Arlington Library
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

May 28
Olympic Avenue
10:00 a.m.

June 9
Downtown Arlington
Show 'N Shine Car Show
Olympic Avenue
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

June 9
Arlington Municipal Airport (West Entrance)
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

May 18, 2018

Arlington City Council Considering Ambulance Utility Fee to Fill EMS Funding Gap

The Arlington City Council is considering an Ambulance Utility Fee that would be added to your monthly utility bill to ensure public safety is sustainably funded and staffed to support our community.
 
The City Council is considering this fee after four years of intensive study to find a sustainable model to fund Emergency Medical Services (EMS). EMS services are currently funded through an EMS Property Tax Levy and fees paid by other jurisdictions that contract with the City of Arlington for services. This still leaves a $1.5 million gap in funding that must be filled with funds from the General Fund, impacting other programs and services. The Council and City directors have carefully considered all options to ensure the community needs for public safety services are met.

With this fee in place, the City Council commits to hire three police officers and three firefighters over the next three years. In addition, the fee will allow us to contract for a domestic violence coordinator, a police services officer, and all vehicles and equipment necessary to support these new hires. Approval of the fee by the City Council will enable the City to immediately start recruitment and hiring of two police officers.
 
This fee will address concerns around call response times and increases in homelessness, mental illness and substance abuse in and around our community. The Ambulance Utility Fee would raise utility bills $15 per month per billable unit and will appear on residents' or businesses' water / sewer / storm water bill. In most cases, a billable unit is a home, apartment or business.
 
Arlington City Council remains committed to ensuring that your public safety investments benefit the community and address ongoing public health challenges. This is a sustainable funding model that has proven successful to support and grow public safety in communities around Washington.
 
A public hearing on the Ambulance Utility Fee will take place in the near future.  If you have questions, please contact City Administrator Paul Ellis or Communications Manager Kristin Banfield at 360-403-3441.  More information is also available on our website .
New web-based crime reporting tool available to Arlington residents May 21st

The Arlington Police Department is joining several other law enforcement agencies in the Puget Sound region by offering a new online crime reporting tool.

The tool allows victims of certain crimes to report the crime online with a minimal amount of typing and mouse clicks. The new online crime reporting site, www.mycrimereport.us, was launched as a community resource through a collaborative effort Snohomish County 911, Snohomish County Sheriff's Office, and the City of Everett.

The online crime reporting tool, which can also be accessed via mobile device, may be especially useful for victims who need a police report number for insurance purposes, but either cannot or do not want to wait for an officer to respond. 

The online crime report tool can reduce the need for law enforcement to follow-up on every call in person, meaning officers can spend more time on proactive patrol.  Crime victims can still request an in-person follow-up.

While the online tool is valuable for reporting minor crimes, there are some reports that must be made by calling 911. Types of crimes that cannot be reported online include felonies, crimes where the suspect is known, where the address of the incident is unknown and or where the value of something stolen or damaged exceeds $5,000.

The minimum requirements for filing a report online are that the reporting party has an e-mail address and that they know the location where the incident occurred.

Examples of crimes that can be reported online include:
  • Vandalism - Graffiti on a fence to a home or business.
  • Theft - A stolen cell phone.
  • Theft - A bike stolen from school.
  • Vehicle damage, prowl - A "smash and grab" of a GPS device from a vehicle.
The online tool will generate a police report number and will send that number to the victim's e-mail, typically within 72 business hours. All reports are reviewed by law enforcement personnel. Anyone with questions about a crime and how to report it should still call 911.
Haller Splash Pad Project to be Rebid; Completion Delayed Until Spring 2019
 
Arlington staff opened the bids on the long-awaited Splash Pad at Haller Park on May 10. "To our dismay, the only bid received came in $500,000 over budget," stated Public Works Director Jim Kelly. The engineer's estimate for the project was $775,500. The lone bid received was $1.3 million. Kelly continued, "after speaking with a number of contractors in the area after the bids were opened, we discovered that contractors wanted to bid on it but couldn't fit the work in to their schedule. They just couldn't have the project completed in the time specified." Contractors also shared that if the construction timeline was extended to early 2019 they would be happy to consider bidding.  Under state law, projects of this size are required to go out to bid, and limits the amount of work that can be done with in-house staff or volunteers to $30,000.

Stated Mayor Barbara Tolbert, "I never want to break a promise; but we need to do the fiscally prudent thing and rebid the project." She concluded, "we know the community is anxious for us to finish this project and we will, just a little later than we originally anticipated."

The project team is happy to answer any questions that you may have that weren't addressed in recent media coverage on the delay.  It is unfortunate that the project was delayed while anticipating state funding, but the amount of the grant was worth the wait.  Please call  Sarah Lopez, Community Revitalization Project Manager, at 360-403-3448 if you have any questions on the project or the delay.
Water Safety and Beach Ettiquette on the Stillaguamish River
 
With warmer weather in the forecast, we want to remind you to be safe if you are recreating near the river.  Although the Stillaguamish River looks inviting on hot days, it can also be very deceiving.  At this time of the year,  the Stilly can be high and swift from rains and snow melt, and can easily overwhelm even the strongest swimmer. There's a lot of energy and a lot of power in a river, and you can quickly become overwhelmed by the moving water.   Even on hot spring days, the river, and lakes and ponds are still cold and are dangerous for swimmers. Hypothermia can occur quickly in cold water.

The Arlington Fire Department strongly encourages our citizens and visitors to respect the danger of the river at any flow amount. Always wear a personal flotation device when in, on, or near water.

The City also reminds our citizens and visitors of the rules on the Stillaguamish River beaches:
  • Pack it in, pack it out. Do not leave your garbage on the beach.
  • No alcohol
  • No drugs
  • No fires
  • No overnight camping
  • Dogs must be on leash at all times. Please be sure to clean up after your dog as well. 
The City, Snohomish County and the State will be patrolling the parks and beaches this summer and enforcing these rules.
Arlington Celebrates National Police Week

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week.

Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week honors those law enforcement officers who, through their courageous deeds, have lost their lives or have become disabled in the line of duty and also in recognition of the service given by the men and women who, night and day, prot ect us.
Each year, the United States loses between 140-160 law enforcement officers in the line of duty. National Police Week (NPW) ceremonies held in Washington, D.C. honors the service and sacrifice of all U.S. law enforcement officers.
Vehicle Up For Auction
 
In the market for a used SUV?

Arlington Police is auctioning a 
2005 Jeep Liberty Sport 4WD. The vehicle starts, runs and drives. It was recently removed from service as an investigations unit for our police department. The dashboard has s ome small holes from switches which have been removed. This vehicle is being sold as is with no warranty expressed or implied. Unknown deficiencies may exist. No service records will be made available.

More information and to bid at www.publicsurplus.com.
Caretaker Needed for Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Association Museum and Community Hall
The Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Association is looking for a full time caretaker to oversee the museum and community hall.

The job includes the mowing and trimming of the grounds, overseeing the rental of the hall, operation of the museum, and other tasks as determined by the Board of Directors.

Compensation would compromise solely of free lodging in the apartment on site. Included are all basic utilities, excluding phone, cable or internet services. No children or pets allowed.

This would be ideal for an energetic couple that has some handyman skills and likes working with the public.

This position will be available beginning June 1, 2018. Please call the Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Association at 360-435-7289 for more information or to apply.
Summer Skyhawks Programs Available for Registration
 
Summer is on the horizon and registration for Skyhawks programs is underway! Register now to secure your child's spot and avoid going on the wait list! Programs are available in Arlington include soccer, flag football, multi-sport, and Mini-Hawks.

Visit skyhawks.com/Arlington for more information and to register.
8th Annual Carbajal Family Blood Drive
Saturday, May 19
 
The 8th Annual Carbajal Family Blood Drive is set for Saturday, May 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Legion Park. The blood supply is low right now and especially needed are Platelets, O Negative, and  O Positive.

The Carbajal Family Blood Drive is held in honor of  Elliot Carbajal, who was a long-time committed blood donor. After his death in 2009 at the age of 40, his family family donated his organs, and has since promoted the causes of organ and blood donation to memorialize him.

For more information or to make an appointment for the blood drive, contact Bloodworks Northwest at 1-800-398-7888 or email schedule@bloodworksnw.org.
Spring Into Summer Health and Safety Fair, May 19th
 
Spring into Summer Community Health and Safety Fair, is scheduled for Saturday, May 19, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Legion Park. Presented by Skagit Regional Health and the Stillaguamish Tribe.

The event will provide information and resources regarding healthy summer activities, safety tips, and educational opportunities for people of all ages and activity levels that will help them have a safe, healthy and active summer.

Bouncy houses, food, free activities, and more!

More information is available here.
Pets on Patrol Pageant on May 19th Benefits Arlington Police K9 Program 
 
Get your favorite fuzzy, furry, scaly or feathery friend friend all dressed up for the first annual Pets on Patrol Pageant!

Your friend will have the opportunity to compete in one of three categories - best dressed, pet/parent look-alike, and best talent. Each entry costs $10, with all proceeds going to the Arlington Police Department K9 program. Sponsored by the Arlington Co-op Supply, Skookum Brewery, Safeway, and NOAH.

All friendly pets welcome!  Register your pet at
Old Town Vintage and Made Fair, May 20th at Legion Park

Join us for a Community Walkshop
 
How walkable is Arlington? Take a walk and decide for yourself. 

The City of Arlington is hosting six Walkshops in May throughout our community. Bring a friend, your spouse, or your kids. Volunteers, with city representatives, will take a brief walk, taking note of things that improve or discourage walkability along the route. The Walkshops are an opportunity for open dialogue between users and policy makers to help shape our community now and in the future.

Participants will be eligible to win a Fitbit Alta Fitness Tracker. At each workshop, there will be a form for participants to fill out to be entered into the drawing. Participants must be at least 12 years old, and City employees and representative are not eligible. The drawing will be held on May 30th.
Walkshops: 
Sunday, May 20th, 10:00 a.m.
Haller Middle School to Kona Neighborhood  - 0.8 miles
(End near Arlington Health and Rehabilitation Center)

Thursday, May 24th, 2:00 p.m.
Jensen Park to Bartell Drugs - 0.5 miles

Tuesday, May 29th, 5:30 p.m.
Post Middle School to Arlington Public Library - 0.5 miles

For more information on the Complete Streets program or the walkshops, visit our  website  or email
City Annual Cleanup Event Set for June 9

June 9 is the date for the City's annual cleanup event. Bring your unwanted items to the Arlington Municipal Airport West Entrance (off of 188th Street NE) between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

This year your City utility billing statement will serve as your admittance to the annual Spring Cleanup. Smokey Point residents, please provide your Waste Management NW billing statement for admittance. Statements are REQUIRED for admittance to the event.

Accepted Items:
  • Refrigerators and Freezers
  • Computers, Televisions, and Monitors
  • Printers
  • Copiers
  • Microwaves
  • Keyboards
  • Recyclable metals
  • Furniture and debris
  • Tires - 4 per household (must be removed from wheels) 
Services that are NOT Available:
  • Disposal of household hazardous waste
  • Disposal of yard debris or household garbage
  • Disposal services for commercial vendors and businesses
  • Personal document shredding
  • Latex paint
19th Annual Downtown Show 'n Shine Car Show, June 9

Join us on June 9, 2018 for our 19th Annual Downtown Arlington Show 'N Shine Car Show in Historical Downtown Arlington, WA.

Spend the day reliving memories of yesterday viewing hundreds of classic, vintage and modified vehicles.

Free Live Entertainment and vendors.  Car registration is $20.00 in Advance and $25.00 day of show.

For more information, visit  www.arlingtonwa.org   or email carshow@arlingtonwa.org.