Cedric Atkins

The Regular Meeting included the approval of the agenda and consent items, which covered the minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting and voucher/payroll transactions. A key discussion item involved an update from WSDOT regarding the SR 9 Marsh Road to 2nd Street Vicinity Project, noting that the Snohomish River Bridge Replacement Project is underway and will involve pile driving, detours, and roadway closures. Other topics included councilmember updates on community concerns such as public safety, drug trends, Blackmans Lake improvements, and discussions regarding local facilities and cannabis inquiries. The meeting recessed into an executive session to discuss potential litigation and the price to buy or sell property. Upon reconvening, the Council authorized the City Administrator to counter an offer and finalize documents for the purchase and sale agreement for 1301 First Street.

The meeting included introductions of Sergeant Chris Marino and the Small Business Administration's local flood relief team. Key discussion items involved a review of Neighborhood Watch, Riverfront Trail, outreach activities, and Board Member Expirations. Additionally, the Board reviewed the 2026 SMART Objectives, which included surveying Neighborhood Watch Captains, assisting small businesses with climate resilience checklists, collaborating with nonprofits on emergency continuity plans, and ensuring representation at City-hosted climate preparedness outreach events. The Board also discussed outreach strategies related to TextMyGov and pedestrian safety.

The meeting agenda included a proclamation recognizing Black History Month and an update on the State of Housing from the Housing Authority of Snohomish County (AHA), which detailed housing supply, affordability trends, and legislative focus areas. Consent items involved approving the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting, confirming vouchers, and confirming several mayoral appointments to the Planning Commission and the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC). Action items included authorizing the Mayor to execute special event contracts for the 2026 Snohomish Easter Parade and the 2026 Snohomish Farmers Market, as well as authorizing the execution of a Separation Agreement with an employee. Discussion items covered the Draft First Street Master Plan and City Council Boards/Commissions Liaisons. Staff briefings provided updates on Midtown District Regulations and the Planning Commission's 2025 Annual Report and 2026 Work Program.

Key discussions and actions taken during the meeting included the election of Councilmember Neals as Council President and the appointment of Elected Leader Liaisons to various external organizations, such as the Lodging Tax Advisory Commission and Community Transit. The Council authorized the Mayor to execute a Grant Agreement with the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board for the Bickford Sidewalk Gaps Project. Additionally, Resolution 1495 was passed to establish a revised speed limit of 25 mph for Second Street following an Engineering and Traffic Investigation. The appointment of Ken Klein as City Administrator was confirmed, and a Land Use Agreement with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) for the Homestead Park Project was authorized. Other business included a request for an after-action report on recent flooding.

The meeting agenda included a public hearing regarding regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and detached dwellings, as well as a public hearing for Boundary Line Adjustments (BLAs). Discussion items focused on siting regulations and definitions for child care centers, in compliance with recent state legislation (SB 5509), and proposed revisions to the definition of adult family homes to increase the maximum resident count. The Commission received staff reports on these items and prepared recommendations for the City Council.