HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-1869 - A Resolution of the City of Marysville Honoring Kenneth Baxter, Councilmember.CITY OF MARYSVILLE
Marysville, Washington
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MARYSVILLE HONORING
KENNETH BAXTER,COUNCILMEMBER.
WHEREAS, Kenneth Baxter served the City of Marysville as an elected member
of the City Council from January 1,1972 to December 31,1997;and
WHEREAS, the City gratefully acknowledges the benefits which it has received
from Council member Baxter's unselfish dedication to the citizens of Marysville, and
desires to memorialize Councilmember Baxter's accomplishments by means of this
Resolution, NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MARYSVILLE,WASHINGTON,hereby
commends and honors Kenneth Baxter for the following outstanding achievements and
contributions during his term of office:
1. Public Safety. Support and encouragement of the efforts of the Police and Fire
Chiefs in building professionally-qualified,competent and efficient departments.The
growth in the Police Department during Councilmember Baxter's term in office
includes the addition of Detective and Narcotics Divisions, a full time DARE Officer,
Marysville Seniors Against Crime, Bike Patrol, Enhanced 911 Dispatch system, and
the construction of a new Public Safety Building which includes a 30 day jail facility.
Transition of the Fire Department from an all volunteer department to a paid
department including the addition of EMTs and paramedics, and state of the art
equipment. As an elected official, Councilman Baxter was instrumental in developing
the landmark merger between the City and Fire District #12. Additionally,
Councilman Baxter has served on the Fire Board since that merger, providing an
invaluable bridge between the two agencies during and since the transition. Equally
as impressive,Councilmember Ken Baxter served many years as a volunteer of the
City Fire Department prior to becoming an elected official.
Council member Baxter served to facilitate the restructuring and improvement of the
Marysville Municipal Court.
2. Public Facilities: Ken was involved in many major changes to City facilities such as
the construction of the Library located at 4822 Grove Street as well as construction
of new Library located at 6120 Grove Street, remodel of the Old City Hall at
Comeford Park to the Ken Baxter Senior Community Center, construction of Public
Safety Center, remodel of Lloyd Taubeneck Building, remodel of the Old Library to a
state of the art City Hall, new Park and Recreation offices, and the renovation of the
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Cedarcrest Golf Course, and numerous refurbishment efforts to the Comeford Park
Water Reservoir to name a few.
3. Park &Recreation:Major additions to the Park and Recreation programs which
occurred during Councilman Baxter's tenure include,numerous summer recreation
programs,petting zoo,after school program, and Merrysville for the Holidays.The
establishment of an Interlocal Agreement with the Marysville School District for use
of recreation facilities to better serve the citizens of Marysville.The 31 acre Jennings
Nature Park along with several neighborhood parks located throughout the City.
The Purchase of 72 acres for future development of the Strawberry Fields Athletic
Park. The Ken Baxter Senior/Community Center,as well as efforts to develop the
City's waterfront.
4. Public Streets and Utilities:Councilman Baxter has been instrumental in the
development of long-range utility planning, including the development and
establishment of the City's role in offering utility service to rural areas, RUSA and
beyond. Two upgrades to the City's wastewater treatment facility.Construction of a
major water transmission main to bring water from the City of Everett to the Citizens
of Marysville.Construction of numerous water reservoirs, and miles of water
transmission and distribution lines,sanitary sewer trunkage and collection lines, lift
stations,regional stormwater detention facilities,millions of dollars of safety and
capacity improvements to the City transportation network, and Coordinated efforts
between the Washington State Department of Transportation and Tulalip Tribes to
secure funding for and construct the 1-5 Interchange at 88th Street.
5, Regional Programs:Development of regional consensus regarding public water
supply and distribution,and establishment of a Joint Operating Agreement between
the Tulalip Tribes of Washington and Snohomish County PUD. The merger of the
Marysville Fire Department and Snohomish County Fire Protection District #12. As
well as joint planning efforts with Snohomish County and neighboring jurisdictions.
6. Boards &Committees:Councilmember Baxter has served on, and chaired many
boards and committees as the City's representative both locally and regionally
during his tenure as Councilmember, these include;Utilities Committee,Marysville
Fire District Board of Directors,Sno-Water,North Snohomish County Water Utility
Coordinating Committee,Golf Course Advisory Committee,Building/Facilities
Committee,Water Utility Coordinating Committee and Ground Water Advisory
Committee,and has served as a ready and valuable resource to the City on
numerous other Ad Hoc committees,and forums.
7. Citizen Advocate:Above all,Councilman Baxter sought to represent the citizens of
Marysville in a fair and objective manner. He listened and learned, probed, and
sometimes prodded, in his quest to render decisions consistent with his sworn oath
to the public, based on fairness to all, and what was right.
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NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF MARYSVILLE,AS FOLLOWS:
The City of Marysville expresses its appreciation and gratitude to Kenneth Baxter for his
26 years as City Councilmember and the professionalism exhibited, and personal
contributions and sacrifices made during that time on behalf of the citizens of Marysville.
THE CITY OF MARYSVILLE
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