EVERETT, MARCH 12th: This recap of the Wednesday, March 12th Everett City Council meeting was provided by the Everett City Council office.
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
– The council discussed the minutes from the previous meeting held on March 5th, 2025. The clerk proceeded to take the roll call for approval, which passed unanimously.
Proclamation for American Red Cross Month
– A proclamation was introduced to declare March 25th as American Red Cross Month, highlighting the organization’s long-standing commitment to humanitarian efforts.
– The proclamation detailed the various services provided by the Red Cross, including disaster response, blood donation drives, and community training in life-saving techniques.
– A motion was made to support the proclamation, which was seconded and subsequently approved by the council through a roll call vote.
Council Member Comments
– Council members expressed gratitude for the public comments and acknowledged the importance of addressing mental health crisis responses within the community.
– Various members reported on recent meetings and initiatives, including discussions on budget policies, growth management, and community safety improvements.
– The council emphasized the need for continued community engagement and input in developing plans for traffic safety and urban development.
Consent Agenda
– The council moved to approve ten consent items, which included various administrative and operational matters, with a unanimous vote. This included:
- Awarding and authorizing Everett Transit’s purchase of seven reconditioned Gillig Buses
- Awarding the construction contract for the new Everett Transit Mall Station at Everett Mall
See full list on the agenda: Agenda – 03/12/2025
Proposed Action Items
– Several proposed action items were discussed including special improvement projects for public facilities. This includes:
- Second readings of ordinances regarding the issuance of bonds for city facilities, parks and water and sewer projects (see last week’s meeting for the full briefing)
Action items
– Several action items were discussed including special improvement projects for parks and facilities, with motions made to adopt necessary ordinances for funding and implementation. This includes repaving Forest Park’s entry driveway, Lowell’s playground replacement and park and downtown restroom access controls.
– Council members recognized the importance of maintaining public amenities and ensuring community needs are met through responsible budgeting and resource allocation.
Conclusion of Meeting
– The meeting concluded with a reminder of upcoming discussions on the comprehensive plan and an invitation for community members to participate in future meetings and events.
– The council expressed appreciation for the public’s engagement and the contributions of volunteers and organizations working to improve the community.
