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A Look at What’s Happening Around the Community for Residents and Businesses City of Marysville * 1049 State Avenue Marysville, WA 98270 * (360) 363-8000 * marysvillewa.gov The City of Marysville invites you to a special public meeting to share your downtown and waterfront revitalization ideas for how to create a more vibrant, pedestrian-friendly downtown. Marysville University will provide the setting for an open house from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10 in the City Council Chambers, 2nd Floor in City Hall, 1049 State Ave. The evening will include a review of revitalization measures to date, recom- mendations, and interactive “pulse pad“ voting that will allow instant feedback and results from attendees to share new ideas and prioritize existing ideas. “How revitalization evolves must come from and belong to all citizens and busi- ness owners in our community,” Mayor Jon Nehring says. “We’re here to listen.” The City Council committed $150,000 YOU’RE INVITED: DOWNTOWN-WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PUBLIC MEETING for downtown revitalization efforts and a public engagement process. Some funds were used to hire a consul- tant team composed of Leland Consult- ing Group of Portland; BST Associates of Kenmore; Makers Inc. in Seattle; and Mayer/Reed from Portland. The group met in January with a key City staff team for workshops to defi ne a development strategy for Marysville’s waterfront to give the City Council confi dence to move forward with next steps. In a nutshell, the group recommended creating a complete community down- town built around multi-story housing, mixed uses, with access to social and recreational opportunities such as neigh- borhood dining, “outdoor rooms,” water features (fountains, canals, lakes), open space and narrow streets that are pedes- trian and bicycle-friendly. Some ideas generated thus far have included sidewalk and street improvements for better walkability, gateway improve- ments and wayfi nding signage, matching funds for building exterior improvements, a spray park, kayaking facility, Qwuloolt trail design and modest traffi c and land- scaping improvements. Additional meetings will be held during the planning and development process, with dates and times to be announced. What do What do youyou want your downtown & waterfront to look like? want your downtown & waterfront to look like? Public Works Director Kevin Nielsen and Parks & Recreation Director Jim Ballew (left) talkoppor- tunities with consultants on a tour of the City’s marina property along Ebey waterfront. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10 City Hall, 1049 State Ave. RSVP by Friday, April 5 to: (360) 363-8086 or [EMAIL REDACTED] ---PAGE BREAK--- After hearing from nine quality candidates Feb. 25 who shared the assets they would bring to local government, the Marysville City Council unanimously selected Civil Service Commissioner Kamille Norton to fi ll a vacancy on the Council. Norton was immediately sworn into offi ce by Mayor Jon Nehring, and took the empty chair at the end of the dais that became vacant when Carmen Rasmussen stepped down. Norton says she was elated by the vote of confi dence, and looks for- ward to working with the Mayor and Council. “The Mayor and Council have been doing a commendable job of managing the change and growth in a diffi cult economic climate, while seeking the best interests of the City and its citizens,” says Norton. “I’m happy that I’ll be able to be a part of the efforts to build a better future for our city.” Norton says she is passionate about bringing economic development to Marysville and preserving the community’s great quality of life, owing in part to the many parks and family recreational activities enjoyed by the 12-year resident and her four children. Among her activities the past 11 years, she has served as a Commit- tee Chair for Allen Creek Elementary PTSA, Director and Founder of Marysville Select Girls Basketball, and activities coordinator with her church. Norton has served on the Marysville Salary Commission, both since 2007. Mayor Jon Nehring (425) 346-9472 [EMAIL REDACTED] Mayor Pro Tem Jeff Vaughan (360) 651-0805 [EMAIL REDACTED] Councilmember Stephen Muller (360) 657-4844 [EMAIL REDACTED] Councilmember Jeff Seibert (360) 659-2226 [EMAIL REDACTED] Councilmember Michael Stevens (425) 530-5646 [EMAIL REDACTED] Councilmember Rob Toyer (425) 760-9471 [EMAIL REDACTED] Councilmember Donna Wright (360) 659-7027 [EMAIL REDACTED] City of Marysville CityScene March/April 2013 2 Marysville City Council fills vacant seat; taps Civil Service Commissioner Did you know that your average property tax bill pays the City of Marysville $48 per month. You get a lot for every one of those dollars. For about the same cost as a phone or cell phone bill, you get 24-hour police and fi re protection, streets and signals, business and job development, attractive parks and popular recreation services, and you get it from a City government with one of the lowest Employees-per-Citizens ratio. What do you get for your tax dollar? Police 33¢ Fire 26¢ Jail/Court/Legal 11¢ Planning/Building 2¢ Parks & Recreation/ Park maintenance 5¢ Streets 5¢ Debt 5¢ Support Services 6¢ Other 7¢ Councilmember Kamille Norton (360) 657-3496 [EMAIL REDACTED] Norton City of Marysville to post ‘Keep the Change: Don’t Support Panhandling’ signs It’s surprising how often citizens and visitors don’t realize that the people panhandling at intersections with their cardboard signs asking for money aren’t typically those looking for a one-time handout. Coming this spring, look for “Keep the Change: Don’t Support Panhandling” signs when City of Marysville crews post them at panhandling hot spots and busy intersections. Public Works Director Kevin Nielsen says people who want to help should give their money to charity instead. “We are not saying that they can’t panhandle, but we are trying to remind people that the better choice is to give to charities whose mission is to really help people in need,” says Nielsen. “There’s no question that Marysville residents are generous, but there are better avenues for directing their hard-earned money.” The Supreme Court has ruled that panhandling is a form of free speech protected under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The City’s Public Works Committee recommended the signs as one solution to address panhandling. Other cit- ies in Washington including Spokane and Aberdeen have adopted similar measures. ---PAGE BREAK--- City of Marysville CityScene March/April 2013 Calendar Key March April City Council, 7 p.m., City Hall Community Events Planning Commission, 7 p.m., City Hall Meetings Meetings 3 S M T W T F S Parks & Recreation Advisory Board 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 13 Ken Baxter Community Center City Council Regular Meetings 7 p.m. Monday, March 18 and 25 Council Chambers, City Hall Marysville University: Downtown Revitalization 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10 Council Chambers, City Hall S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 11 12 12 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 19 19 20 21 21 22 22 23 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 29 29 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 11 12 12 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 19 19 20 21 21 22 22 23 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 29 29 30 Park Board, 7 p.m., Jennings Barn - Library Board, 4 p.m., Library - Civil Service Commission, 9:30 a.m., City Hall LEOFF 1 Disability Board, 3:30 p.m., City Hall Hearing Examiner (tentative), 7 p.m., City Hall Diversity Advisory Committee, 3:30 p.m., City Hall Mayor’s Youth Council, 3 p.m., City Hall Salary Commission, annually as necessary Work Session Regular Meeting Diversity Fire Board Fire District Board, 7 p.m., Station #62 - Shoultes Recreation Programs Meetings subject to rescheduling or cancellation. For most current info, contact the City Clerk’s Offi ce at (360) 363-8077, email AO- [EMAIL REDACTED], or visit us online at marysvillewa.gov. Planning Comm. Free Annual Community Events Free Annual Community Events Work Session Regular Meeting Marysville U: Downtown Revitalization Park Board Civil Service LEOFF I Library Board Hearing Exam. Spring cleaning time is just around the corner. The City of Marysville is partnering again with various local businesses, churches and non- profi t groups for Community Clean Sweep Week April 20-27, a weeklong celebration of free activities to help residents and businesses get their spring cleaning off on the right foot. By participating or volunteering to join in Clean Sweep activities to spruce up your own homes. property or neighborhood, you will also be giving the same tender-loving care to your community and its ongoing beautifi cation campaign. You’re invited to join in on these and other volunteer activities on tap during Clean Sweep Week, including: ◆ Painting over graffi ti ◆ Shred-a-Thon (TBD) ◆ Earth Day celebration (Saturday, April 20), and ◆ Several street-side litter control cleanups, pressure-washing and other tasks. This year, City Public Works and Parks crews, working with Waste Management NW, will be deploying for at least one neighborhood-wide cleanup during Clean Sweep Week, similar to efforts targeting downtown last year that included remov- ing large, debris visible from properties - at risk of facing code violations - needing a hand with removal. The City Council budgeted funds for multiple cleanup activities in 2013. City leaders are currently reviewing potential location in south, central and north Marysville. For more Clean Sweep Week information, visit the City website at marys- villewa.gov in the coming weeks, watch Marysville cable access stations and look for details in local news media. Regular Meeting Easter Egg Hunt 10-11 a.m. Saturday, March 30 Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road Ages 8 and under. Free. Limit 8 eggs per child. 1 Hearing Exam. Planning Comm. Clean Sweep Week Volunteers: Marysville Community Clean Sweep Week coming April 20-27 30 30 Easter Egg Hunt Youth Council Regular Meeting Fishing Derby 8-11 a.m. Saturday, May 4 Kiwanis Pond in Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road Ages 2-12. Limit 1 fi sh per entrant. 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County 24-Hour Hotlines Emergency Alert Water/Sewer Emergencies (After Hours) City of Marysville * 1049 State Avenue Marysville, WA 98270 * (360) 363-8000 * marysvillewa.gov 363-8000 363-8000 363-8091 363-8000 363-8450 363-8100 363-8086 363-8000 363-8500 363-8460 363-8000 363-8300 651-5000 363-8100 363-8400 363-8202 659-7700 659-5453 653-7058 652-4500 (425) 659-5453 (360) 363-8001 (800) 592-9995 (800) 934-6489 (800) 921-8101 (866) 928-3123 (888) 225-5773 (425) 783-1000 363-8118 363-8100 911 Police go live with online neighborhood crime mapping Published by the City of Marysville, CityScene is a new community newsletter that contains information on City issues, policies, events and programs. To receive this publication by email, click the NotifyMe button and “CityScene newsletter” at http://marysvillewa.gov. Links to our social media sites are also provided on the City website. Share your comments about this new publication. Contact: Doug Buell, Community Information Officer Phone: (360) 363-8086 Cell: (425) 754-3641 Email: [EMAIL REDACTED] LIKE THIS PUBLICATION? DROP US A LINE! The Marysville Police Department went live in February with neighborhood crime mapping. The website, Crimemapping. com, enables residents to access and analyze interactive maps of recent crime activity near any address, keeping informed about crime in their area by selecting crime types and date ranges to generate their own reports. Access Marysville data through the city website at http://marysvillewa.gov/crimemapping. Citizens can view where robberies, thefts, vehicle break-ins, public disturbances, DUIs, drug complaints and other crimes have happened. The website updates information in real time every 24 hours. The data can help citizens in a dozen ways, such as assisting neighborhood watch groups in identifying crime trends or helping home buyers in identifying which areas have frequent crime. “This is great tool for the public and police that will help us in our pro-active efforts to work together with the community to reduce crime, keep our city safe, and create more two-way fl ow of information with the people we serve,” Cmdr. Jeff Goldman says. In this example of new crime map- ping showing downtown Marys- ville, icons for various types of crime show how much activity oc- curred within a web surfer-chosen period of time. Try it using your own address. http://marysvillewa.gov/crimemapping Other Features Other Features ◆ Download iPhone app to track crime on the go ◆ Register online to get free up- dates via email when crime activity occurs in your area Marysville Police announces promotions, Commanders, Sergeant Marysville Police are proud to announce the promotions of two exemplary veteran offi cers to the rank of Commander, key command staff- level promotions in a time of tremendous growth in the community. Lts. Jeff Goldman and Wendy Wade were sworn in Feb. 25 as the newest of the department’s three Commander positions, joining Operations Cmdr. Robb Lamoureux. Goldman joined the department in 1989 after an honorable discharge from the Army military police. He was promoted to Lieutenant in 2007, and more recently served as Acting Commander. The SWAT team member/commander is a two-time recipient of Offi cer of the Year, and in 2007 earned the Chief’s Meritorious Service Award. Wade joined the force in July 1990 after teaching at Marysville Junior High School in her hometown. She served in various divisions includ- ing operations, patrol, support and training. She was one of the City’s fi re D.A.R.E. offi cers the department’s fi rst School Resource Offi cer (SRO), a Training Sergeant and Professional Standards Lieutenant. She was named Supervisor of the Year in 2007. Offi cer Rick Sparr, an 18-year veteran, was promoted o Sergeant on Feb. 11. Sparr fi lled in as Acting Sergeant in 2011. Sparr was named Offi cer of the Year in 2005. “We have a lot of talented people in our organization; these are two rising stars who are ready to take command,” Smith says. “They lead by our prin- ciples to do the right thing, for the right reason, at the right time.”