After the city council passes a resolution of intent to annex and BRB consideration, the city council shall make a final decision on the annexation. The timing for the decision is within the sole discretion of the city council. The city council reserves the right to reject any annexation until an ordinance is adopted and becomes effective annexing the property into the city. The city shall have the right to modify the annexation in accordance with state law. The city shall also have the right to condition the annexation, as it deems necessary, to protect public health, safety, and welfare, and to serve the best interests of the citizens of Stanwood. The annexation may be conditioned upon a preannexation agreement. The preannexation agreement must be signed by the mayor and approved by the city council. (Ord. 1499 § 12 (Exh. J), 2021; Ord. 1071, 1999. Formerly 17.158.150).