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Director Madden said crews have focused on a snow‑removal map that prioritizes minor and major arterials generated through the city's GIS program and that the city had three vehicles out sanding and deicing on the day of the meeting; staff planned to extend service into Hill Creek the following afternoon.

On a separate parks matter, council members asked for an update about ongoing negotiations with private landowners related to a state‑age park (described in the meeting as 'the park' and earlier materials). Director Madden said the city has not received any communication from the landowners to date and that the lack of a reply does not bar future negotiations. No new timeline or negotiation details were provided.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting 2/3/25","oneSentenceSummary","Council members praised public works deicing efforts during recent winter weather and asked for expanded service in residential areas; Director Madden said the city has received no new communication from park landowners but remains open to negotiations.","taxTitle","Milton, Pierce County, Washington","taxId",71994,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6356737,"Milton Police Report: Two Active Death Investigations, Staffing Updates, Skate‑park Explosion",405,3068000,3473000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2216001-8156fcb733026ccaacbe4fb0fb70648c&start=3068&end=3473","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2216001-8156fcb733026ccaacbe4fb0fb70648c/thumbnail_3068000.jpg","/articles/6356737/Milton/Pierce-County/Washington/Milton-Police-Report-Two-Active-Death-Investigations-Staffing-Updates-Skatepark-Explosion","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6356737-040da676c66444c4278dbb91cecbc746/orig.mp4?Expires=1770420935&Signature=oqG7XA9mVUHmR0lj~-yi4rtxm25voKBdh9HypDEldNkDd48I8QP8ZaQNjEb-Xbe7sHcAAWDRZ8kzyV~5sJE4qKNW4Ihfn5pxo9hQQkA~a8Iw30dfutRmp07iGzKljPwMiR0MDMgOhoTzLCYW7AlDb~-28WINpR5B~6-RKL6ZGGKgfYHFyxZFCRK2~iXJeIA-jWsF9-ijHdGfgKyLw52MgaAh~teJVFhTwB-TC5uXcqZ5Uzwf7yknmf0zc3mmfhXeaOhhRm3rrQ0LdEl1Kv-92kmrYxTST11oZBKsXjC6fKPYN4IntgrH-m4u-puRU1SLeRsxCjZQZ8P4TUczdggqRQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Police Chief Hernandez told the council the department is handling two active death investigations — one juvenile and one infant — and that cause of death is still pending.

The chief reported continued car thefts and described a recent incident in which an off-duty Ruston officer observed a stolen vehicle; the suspect fled after assaulting the officer and remains identified but not apprehended. Hernandez said a canine search and drone support were used and that the suspect has multiple warrants out of other jurisdictions.

On staffing, the department promoted Jim Sarf to sergeant while he recovers from a torn shoulder and bicep; two trainees are in Phase 3 of training; the department has hired for the last open position but currently has three officers out of regular duty (Officer Haney, Sergeant Sarf temporarily out, and Officer Crochet recovering from a hand injury). Hernandez said the department will continue training and support for those officers.

Hernandez said the department is working on a camera project with the city attorney to ensure compliance with new legislation and is coordinating with the city’s traffic engineering firm (Transpo) on a traffic‑calming and equity report. He also said the department will purchase three e-bikes using seized drug funds (described in the meeting as \"drug money\"). No purchase price was stated.

The chief described a vandalism incident at the skate park in which a portable restroom was exploded. Video showed individuals rolling up, dropping a mortar down the tube and detonating it while a person was inside. The chief said the individual inside appeared to be a homeless person; they were covered in contents of the portable restroom and may suffer harm later. Officers identified a subject on camera but have not yet apprehended suspects; potential charges include assault and vandalism.

Council members raised public-safety concerns about youths riding e-bikes and motorcycles and discussed reintroducing a helmet law; the chief encouraged timely 911 reporting and photographic evidence to aid enforcement and identification.

No specific timelines or dollar amounts were attached to the camera project or e-bike purchases; council and staff said they will follow up as projects develop.","At the Feb. 3 Milton City Council meeting, Police Chief Hernandez reported two active death investigations, recent staffing changes, progress on a camera project, purchasing three e-bikes with seized funds, and an explosive incident at the city skate park.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6356742,"Milton Council Authorizes City Attorney to File Counterclaim in Construction Lawsuit",2433,433000,2866000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2216001-8156fcb733026ccaacbe4fb0fb70648c&start=433&end=2866","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2216001-8156fcb733026ccaacbe4fb0fb70648c/thumbnail_433000.jpg","/articles/6356742/Milton/Pierce-County/Washington/Milton-Council-Authorizes-City-Attorney-to-File-Counterclaim-in-Construction-Lawsuit","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6356742-25eda5883ae7e21acf8096d123a980d4/orig.mp4?Expires=1770420935&Signature=opppSQNCTqK2~HfX98wplLegP602pgg8QEVTW-2VqL6eBsIXkxjdrKwRKhwBah63St0dvYNrUBvwi9eO406CoiEH~yod6sOCJwLT7w4X-0elTa9HRwCnblfWO7nLBOibKn3VbvftOgQuYA2xQOangU4oRaL4PnpeN7M~xGUCP2B0xXdQTZowE0E6XApJnCMZxLy43chtVUgNwWV3gjrunjfY2NPDnX2FhdjF-H36D70ASTV1huLu6Nb34d0Welv3wUXych5xNUGUe383fuxJWvOZWJwq9cOWuvDybc9eTdKgHyrhvvyumG3Eej0FixLNn9CXx~n7EkjdIost-SODew__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","After a closed executive session on potential litigation, the Milton City Council voted unanimously to authorize the city attorney to file a counterclaim in ongoing construction litigation.

The council convened an executive session under the statutory citation announced at the meeting to discuss litigation. Following that session, Council member Cedar moved to authorize the city attorney to file a counterclaim against Retrucking and Retrucking’s surety in the current pending litigation; Council member Strader seconded the motion. The council voted 7-0 to approve the action.

Council members said filing the counterclaim would allow the city to “maintain its position” in the construction lawsuit and to pursue claims against the contractor and the contractor’s surety. No additional details about the scope of the counterclaim, the legal theories, deadlines, or financial exposure were provided on the record.

The council announced the executive session would last about 15 minutes; the meeting record indicates the matter was discussed in closed session before the motion was made in open session.","Following an executive session, the Milton City Council voted 7-0 to authorize the city attorney to file a counterclaim against Retrucking and its surety in pending construction litigation.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6356747,"Milton Council OKs Surplus of 2013 Ford Taurus from Police Fleet",316,234000,550000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2216001-8156fcb733026ccaacbe4fb0fb70648c&start=234&end=550","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2216001-8156fcb733026ccaacbe4fb0fb70648c/thumbnail_234000.jpg","/articles/6356747/Milton/Pierce-County/Washington/Milton-Council-OKs-Surplus-of-2013-Ford-Taurus-from-Police-Fleet","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6356747-db16269659bfe021fb38335dd8bf988f/orig.mp4?Expires=1770420935&Signature=bOua7Lh9hzKqXB6Jbx3L88GOx3Eugw4G1mCE~wV0zX~GkMylfplRO6~yfEZG3nQx6fLa0hEnWqvVN0OpJywqMP~t~oQGgICPyo0DbXkrCJO-8VrJkxkMS03~pu1bupN6KOCTmXQ7hYrOou6~3Q2LIG5l-O8shJiOvJ9Hp~0qI4KLVcDPDPmriuBSUJOtWk~ZUm1Cl5O3NooyKwESSnN804NIfxwpF0adcM9pCD4wj8FKI8v7A1GZwf7vZdun6radhEFWHvIUQOfg1ErFy0vglfXsgcVqU0jAdqND9WQ9F8veZnxWgZibXTAAENnt6eLFTqFuhE6fqQ40KtpoiAgJzg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Milton City Council on Feb. 3 approved Resolution 25-1984 to declare a 2013 Ford Taurus assigned to the police department obsolete and authorize its disposal.

Chief Hernandez told the council the vehicle suffered major engine failure and that replacing the long block was not cost-effective compared with the vehicle’s value. Council member Whelan moved to approve the resolution; council member Hall seconded. The council voted 7-0 to pass the resolution.

The motion and discussion focused on routine fleet management: officials said older vehicles can cost more to maintain than they are worth and that replacing aging units improves reliability. No dollar figures, proposed sale method, or disposal timetable were specified in the discussion.

The resolution was the only agenda item during the regular portion of the meeting and carried without additional conditions or amendments.","The Milton City Council voted 7-0 to approve Resolution 25-1984 declaring a 2013 Ford Taurus from the police department obsolete and authorizing its disposal after major engine failure.","actionData","errors"]

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