02/17/1998 City Council1
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
FEBRUARY 17, 1998
The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Barbara Fahey in the
Library Plaza Room, 650 Main Street, followed by the flag salute.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Barbara Fahey, Mayor
Gary Haakenson, Council President
Dave Earling, Councilmember
John Nordquist, Councilmember
Michael Plunkett, Councilmember
Jim White, Councilmember
Dick Van Hollebeke, Councilmember
Thomas A. Miller, Councilmember
ALSO PRESENT
Lisa Shin, Student Representative
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
STAFF PRESENT
Michael Springer, Fire Chief
Robin Hickok, Police Chief
Paul Mar, Community Services Director
Art Housler, Administrative Services Director
Jeff Wilson, Planning Supervisor
Noel Miller, Public Works Director
James Walker, City Engineer
Scott Snyder, City Attorney .
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
PRESIDENT HAAKENSON, FOR APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED.
MOTION CARRIED.
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Miller requested Item B be removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember
Plunkett requested Item L be removed.
COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
PRESIDENT HAAKENSON, FOR APPROVAL OF THE REMAINDER OF THE
CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The agenda items approved are as follows:
(A) ROLL CALL
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #21409 THRU #23004 FOR THE WEEK OF
pprove FEBRUARY 2, 1998, IN THE AMOUNT OF $334,339.11. APPROVAL OF CLAIM
Claim WARRANTS #21411 THRU #23152 FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 9, 1998, IN THE
Warrants AMOUNT OF $236,149.83. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #19452 THRU
#19590 FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 16 THRU JANUARY 31, 1998, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $329,478.43
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Claim for (D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM KARI DIANE
Damages JOHNSON ($377.00)
axi License (E)
APPROVAL OF 1998 TAXI LICENSE FOR NORTH END TAXI
dging Tax (F) CONFIRMATION OF 1998 LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
dvisory
ommittee (G) REPORT ON FINAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE DOOR HARDWARE AND
oor INTERIOR DOORS FOR THE NEW CITY HALL BUILDING AND COUNCIL
Hardware/ ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECTS
Interior Doors
bestos (II) REPORT ON BIDS RECEIVED FEBRUARY 11, 1998, FOR THE PUBLIC SAFETY
Removal COMPLEX ASBESTOS REMOVAL AND LEAD ABATEMENT (PHASE 1) AND AWARD
Recycling (P) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN RECYCLING GRANT AGREEMENT
ant BETWEEN EDMONDS AND WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
Item B• Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of February 10, 1998
Councilmember Miller advised he pulled this item to abstain from the vote as he did not attend the
February 10, 1998, Council meeting. He also requested "billion" be changed to "million" in the second
paragraph on page 6.
COUNCILMEMBER EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
Minutes HOLLEBEKE, FOR APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 10, 1998, MINUTES AS
AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED, COUNCILMEMBER MILLER ABSTAINED.
Item L• Surplus of Existing City Rescue Boat
Surplus Councilmember Plunkett pointed out the Public Safety Committee proceeded with the agreement with
Rescue the Port for use of their maintenance boat for short term rescue and placed the issue of a long term
Boat solution to a rescue boat on next week's agenda. He questioned how the $6,000 - $8,000 derived from
the sale of the existing City rescue boat would be used.
COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT MOVED TO ESTABLISH AN ACCOUNT TO HOLD
IN RESERVE ALL FUNDS REALIZED FROM THE SALE OF THE DECOMMISSIONED
RESCUE BOAT TOWARD THE PURCHASE OF A NEW RESCUE BOAT. MOTION
DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
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OF CONTRACT TO CROWN DELTA ($36,223.53, Including Sales Tax)
Senior Center
Improvements
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AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR 1998 SENIOR CENTER
IMPROVEMENTS (HUD)
Electronic
istance
(J)
AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE A TOTAL STATION ELECTRONIC DISTANCE
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MEASURING SYSTEM
Senior Center
(K)
AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE A BALLISTIC SHIELD
Improvements
(M)
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN
escue Boat
CITY OF EDMONDS AND PORT OF EDMONDS FOR USE OF A RESCUE BOAT
greement
onunute Trip
(1S)
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH
eduction
SNOHOMISH COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS FOR COMMUTE TRIP REDUCTION
ecycling
(0)
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE
oordinator
CITY OF LYNNWOOD FOR RECYCLING COORDINATOR SERVICES
Recycling (P) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN RECYCLING GRANT AGREEMENT
ant BETWEEN EDMONDS AND WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
Item B• Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of February 10, 1998
Councilmember Miller advised he pulled this item to abstain from the vote as he did not attend the
February 10, 1998, Council meeting. He also requested "billion" be changed to "million" in the second
paragraph on page 6.
COUNCILMEMBER EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
Minutes HOLLEBEKE, FOR APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 10, 1998, MINUTES AS
AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED, COUNCILMEMBER MILLER ABSTAINED.
Item L• Surplus of Existing City Rescue Boat
Surplus Councilmember Plunkett pointed out the Public Safety Committee proceeded with the agreement with
Rescue the Port for use of their maintenance boat for short term rescue and placed the issue of a long term
Boat solution to a rescue boat on next week's agenda. He questioned how the $6,000 - $8,000 derived from
the sale of the existing City rescue boat would be used.
COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT MOVED TO ESTABLISH AN ACCOUNT TO HOLD
IN RESERVE ALL FUNDS REALIZED FROM THE SALE OF THE DECOMMISSIONED
RESCUE BOAT TOWARD THE PURCHASE OF A NEW RESCUE BOAT. MOTION
DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
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Mayor Fahey explained the intent was to apply these funds toward the purchase of a new rescue boat
once a determination was made regarding the best type of service response vehicle, rescue boundaries,
etc. Councilmember Plunkett thanked Mayor Fahey for the clarification.
COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, FOR APPROVAL OF ITEM L. MOTION CARRIED. The-item approved
is as follows:
(L) SURPLUS OF EXISTING CITY RESCUE BOAT
Mayor Fahey explained the existing rescue boat was being surplused due to concerns regarding its safety
as a result of incidences that have occurred during responses.
Council President Haakenson pointed out Consent Agenda Item M was an interlocal agreement between
the City of Edmonds and the Port of Edmonds for the use of their boat. Mayor Fahey explained the
Port's boat has a flat bottom that works well for the dive rescue team.
3. AUDIENCE
Ray Albano, 20916 76th Avenue W #1, Edmonds, complimented Councilmembers Haakenson and
Prop
SD Van Hollebeke for their intense evaluation of the Cultural Arts Stadium Convention District (CASCD)
financing. He pointed out the problem with allowing 'a vote on the issue was that many voters would not
be informed of all the facts. He would not vote in favor of the CASCD proposal because he could not
afford it. As a citizen on a fixed income, he voted in favor of the fire, police and schools as they are the
most important issues. He appreciated the Council's action on the CASCD proposal, noting the Council
has had numerous difficult issues to address recently. He pointed out the Council likely would not hear
from citizens about the increase in sewer and stormwater rates until they received their first bill.
Mayor/ Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, reiterated his proposal for a salary increase for the
Council Council, recalling Mayor Fahey requested Councilmembers' salaries not be increased but requested an
Salaries increase in the Mayor's salary. He recommended Councilmembers seeking the Mayor's position vacate
their position by July 1 of the election year. Ife planned to address the Council next week regarding the
CASCD proposal. He recommended the City carefully watch its funds and establish more reserves.
Public 4. REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Safety
Committee public Safety Committee
Committee Chairman Nordquist noted the Council Committee meetings followed a lengthy Council
meeting. The status of the 800 MHz project was discussed and will be on the Council's retreat agenda.
The purchase of a Total Station Electronic Distance Measuring System and a ballistic shield were
discussed and placed on the consent agenda for approval. A proposed ordinance prohibiting the
possession of cigarettes by a minor was reviewed and a recommendation made to place it on the
February 24 agenda for review by the full Council. Fire Chief Springer reported on Emergency Medical
Services (Medic 7 transport fees) including new data reports developed by SnoCom Director Steve Perry.
The Committee reviewed the new data reports and requested the monthly EMS reporting be continued.
Discussion regarding rescue boat options followed and a recommendation was made to surplus the
existing rescue boat and enter into an interlocal agreement with the Port of Edmonds for use of their
boat. Both items were approved on the consent agenda. The Committee directed Fire Administration to
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develop a mission statement of water rescue activities and present this item to the full Council at the
February 24 meeting.
Finance Finance Committee
Committee Committee Chairman Earling reported the committee continued its discussion of the Street Division
vactor replacement and 1998 police car leases. As there was no response from Councilmembers
regarding these items, the Committee recommended these items be placed on the February 17 consent
calendar. He inquired as to why these items were not on tonight's consent agenda. Public Works
Director Noel Miller explained the police car leases needed to be approved by the City Attorney and
additional information regarding the vactor replacement will be presented before this item'is placed on
the consent agenda. Chairman Earling requested staff advise him when a.delay occurs. He reported the
Committee discussed the conversion of a half -time animal control officer position to full -time to cover
parking enforcement and recommended it be placed on the Council agenda with a recommendation for
approval. A status report regarding 800 MHz followed; this item. will be presented to the full Council
once complete information has been developed.
Community Community Services Committee
Services Committee Chairman Van Hollebeke reported staff presented four proposed major Code amendments
Committee including the sign ordinance, off - street parking regulations, street standards, and regulation of animals.
Staff will conduct an open house in March to solicit citizens' input. The committee discussed the sign
ordinance and the numerous sandwich board signs particularly in the downtown area. He explained
sandwich boards signs are currently allowed on a temporary basis and only within the specific business
owner's property and there is currently no enforcement. Staff presented two options for correction of the
situation, (1) prohibit sandwich boards, or (2) prepare an emergency ordinance that would allow
sandwich board signs to be displayed only within the specific business owner's property on a permanent
basis. The Committee brainstormed ideas including, 1) limit sandwich board signs to the owner's
property, 2) develop directional signs,. or 3) strategically located maps. The Committee determined a
combination of directional signs and maps would be the most effective and directed staff to prepare the
emergency ordinance and place this as a discussion item on a future City Council agenda. A status report
on the backup power for the Wastewater Treatment Plant followed. A switching gear has been installed
to handle a generator in the event of a power outage. The City has been renting a generator and a
consultant process will be conducted to determine the most appropriate generator for the City to
purchase. Staff provided an update on the Meadowdale drainage investigation including a list of high
priority capital improvement projects. Those with the highest priority were included in the 1998 budget.
Staff was directed to solicit input from residents in the area.
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5. HEARING ON-PROPOSED INCREASE FOR SEWER AND STORMWATER UTILITY RATES
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Utility Rates Community Services Director Paul Mar recalled the Council reviewed this item in May 1997 when the
consultant group and staff completed a study of rate increases. An update was provided to the Council
on January b and staff was directed to conduct informational public education programs, emphasizing the
benefits. Over 400 informational letters were mailed to non - residential customers informing them of the
proposed rate changes and a follow -up mailing was done to all churches in the City. Articles appeared in
the January 21, 1998, editions of the EnteWhs and Edmonds Paper, and the January 22, 1998, edition of
the Heral d. Four public information announcement meetings were conducted with service and
community organizations and public open houses were conducted on January 22 and February 12. He
hoped these actions fulfilled the Council's direction to inform the public. He recognized the efforts of
Public Works Director Noel Miller, City Engineer Jim Walker, Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager
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Steve Koho, Administrative Services Director Art Housler, and Financial Consulting Solutions Group
(FCSG).
Mr. Mar explained the City of Edmonds is required to increase its sanitary sewer and stormwater rates.
He said the stormwater and sanitary sewer rates are currently billed at a single, combined rate. This rate
is $18.10 per month for single - family and multi- family users ($36.20 bi- monthly). Commercial sewer
rates are based on consumption and stormwater rate is approximately 15% of the total billing. The
proposed method would separate sanitary sewer and stormwater rates. The stormwater rate will continue
to be a fixed rate for single family. Commercial stormwater rates are currently based on consumption
but with the proposed rate increase, the commercial stormwater rate will be based on impervious service.
He said Edmonds last increased sanitary sewer / stormwater rates in 1991. Since that time many things
have happened including King County's completion of the West Point Treatment Plant resulting in
reduced flows and decreased revenues. Further, some Edmonds customers are treated by the City of
Lynnwood Treatment Plant whose costs to the City of Edmonds have increased. Bonded indebtedness
requires revenues to exceed expenditures by a minimum ratio of 1.25 in order to meet bond convenants.
In the near future, the ratio will drop below 1.25 if rates are not increased. Ending cash balances have
been used in the past to fund increasing costs.
Mr. Mar explained the proposal would increase sewer rates in single - family, multi - family, and
commercial rates. At the time of the January 6 presentation to the Council, the rate to multi - family
customers decreased. Based on public feedback and further analysis, the proposal is to hold the multi-
family rate at the current rate and increase it in the future. An issue raised during the public information
meetings was a request that a more equitable rate be developed for "smaller" single- family units. It has
been suggested that actual water consumption during the off -peak (summer) season could be calculated
and used to bill sewer costs. Due to the amount of time involved in collecting data and implementing
this method, it was suggested it be considered at the time of the next rate increase.
Mr. Mar described reasons for the increase in stormwater rates including the Federal Clean Water Act
and transfers from the General Fund in previous years to cover this fund. He stressed the stormwater
utility must stand on its own. He explained the calculation for stormwater rates will be based on
impervious surface, an average of 3,000 square feet of impervious surface will be used for single - family.
Rates for commercial will be based on a multiple of the 3,000 square foot impervious surface (i.e. a
property with 30,000 square feet will be charged 10 times the $3.70 single family rate). He displayed the
grid used to measure impervious surface, using the City's Public Works facility as an example. He
displayed a comparison of Edmonds' rates with other jurisdictions, pointing out the proposed single
family rate of $19.15 for sanitary sewer and $3.70 for stormwater, a total of $20.85. With the increased
rates, Edmonds is still less than many of neighboring jurisdictions. He displayed a comparison of 14
other jurisdictions, noting Edmonds' sanitary sewer rate is lower than 13 of the 14 and the stormwater
rate is lower than 8 of the 14.
Council President Haakenson pointed out an important statement in the packet, "the Combined Utility
Fund is an enterprise fund, which must be self - supporting. Fees charged for utility services must cover
all costs. Revenues from the General Fund cannot be used to subsidize utility fund costs." He asked Mr.
Mar to explain this statement in more detail. Mr. Mar said an enterprise fund must stand - alone. The fees
charged must cover costs with a safety margin that meets the bond covenants (1.25). He stressed the
need to ensure the rate increases meet those requirements.,
Councilmember Miller observed the annexed areas of the City that are served by Alderwood Water and
Sewer previously paid a stormwater capital and maintenance fee to Snohomish County via their property
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taxes. Upon annexation, that charge was eliminated. He asked how it would be ensured their rates were
fair and equitable. Mr. Mar explained single - family residential customers will pay $3.70 per month in
annexed areas as well as existing areas of the City. If Council approved the rate increase effective April
1, residents in annexed areas that are served by Olympic View will be charged the stormwater rate and
will continue to be serviced for water and sewer by their current provider. Even if the rate increase is not
enacted, the existing stormwater fee will be charged those residents.
Mayor Fahey asked if the charge would be included on the Olympic View Water District bills. Mr. Mar
said that element of implementation has not yet been determined. They are currently discussing this with
Olympic View.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke referred to the sewer rates for smaller households (2 - 3 rather than the
average of 5) and staffs statement that it was impossible in a short timeline to consider a rate reduction
for these smaller households and asked Mr. Mar to address this issue further. Mr. Mar said conceptually
it would be easiest to implement the next time the utility rates are proposed to be increased (two years).
Councilmember Van Hollebeke observed smaller households would be assessed the new "average
household" rate for a two year period before it could be re- evaluated.
Mayor Fahey opened the public participation portion of the hearing.
Eleanor Bonanno, 820 Walnut, Edmonds, said her concern is not the increase but the discrepancy
between single - family and multi - family residents. She explained the increase for single- family would be
$4.75 in 1998 and $2.82 in 1999, a total of $7.57. The increase for multi - family would be $0.55 in 1998
and $2.26 in 1999, a total of $2.81. By 1999, single- family rates would, increase $90.84 compared to
$33.72 for multi - family residences, almost three times as much. She pointed out numerous homes in
Edmonds have only 2 - 3 people and said it was inappropriate to charge more for single- family
residences. She suggested it be equalized in some manner. She asked if there would be another hearing
on this issue. Mayor Fahey advised this was advertised as the only hearing; the Council could make a
decision to extend the hearing. .
Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, noted a cost comparison on commercial rates was
not available and questioned how the Council could vote on this issue without that information. He also
questioned how appeals would be addressed. He pointed out the need for the City to address the
Highway 99 project. He referred to problems occurring on Lake Ballinger. He recommended the
Council reconsider the elimination of a staff position.
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Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, Edmonds, said this should be the first hearing of more than one as
citizens were just learning of the proposed increase. He recommended the Council's decision be for a
one year time period to allow the present Council to monitor it and to ensure staff completes its research
to make the system more equal. He said the open houses were poorly attended and represented more
commercial ratepayers than residential. He noted Edmonds has a substantial older community and he did.
not feel the average was accurate. He objected to paying an increased stormwater and sanitary sewer
charge for areas recently annexed (without sewer systems) and felt those areas should pay more. He
recommended the Council holds a second hearing and publicizes it more.
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Mr. O'Connor, 18403 High Street, complimented Public Works Director Noel Miller for his
presentation to Mr. O'Connor's neighborhood. He asked if the stormwater rate, based on impervious
surface, assumed there was a connection to the stormwater system. Mayor Fahey explained the
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stormwater rate based on impervious surface was only for commercial properties, residential properties
will pay a flat rate.
Charles Grizer, 24223 Firdale, Edmonds, a resident of a recently annexed area, said he did not receive
a notice regarding the rate increase and asked if there was a requirement that he be notified before a rate
increase became effective. He objected to being recently annexed and now facing ,a rate increase, noting
this was not explained prior to annexation. He questioned the lack of process improvement to hold rates
down or reduce rates. He urged the Council to notify residents to give them a chance to respond. He
stressed he was opposed to the increase.
Bill Shovel, 18423 High Street, Edmonds, asked if a priority list of storm drainage improvements had
been approved. Councilmember Van Hollebeke explained staff prioritized recommended improvements
for the Meadowdale area, where slide problems occurred last year. Mr. Shovel complimented Public
Works Director Noel Miller for meeting with property owners in the area to discuss the situation. He
described drainage problems in their area, noting there was no stormwater connection in the area. He
urged the Council to consider putting their area high on the priority list, noting the neighbors agree with
the desire to have improvements made.
Mayor Fahey closed the public participation portion of the hearing.
Council President Haakenson asked how the hearing and open houses were announced to the public. Mr.
Mar said the public information meetings were advertised in the Enterprise and Edmonds Paper. City
Clerk Sandy Chase advised this hearing was advertised as required in the legal section of the Herald and
an individual display advertisement in the Hera d was also purchased.
Council President Haakenson asked if the City ever mailed announcements of hearings regarding rate
increases to individual ratepayers. Mr. Housler answered no. Council President Haakenson asked if that
had been considered. Mr. Mar said that option had not been discussed. When a decision was made last
year to separate the sanitary sewer and stormwater charges, an announcement was included on the utility
bill.
Council President Haakenson recalled Mr. Albano's comment that citizens, would protest when they
received their first bill. He said if the Council held another hearing, the City would likely still hear from
citizens when they received their first bill.
Councilmember Nordquist recalled two hearings were held on rate increases in the past. He noted the
display at the Post Office was very weak and his utility bill did not include any information regarding the
rate increase. He suggested the Council consider this a first hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
PLUNKETT, THAT THE COUNCIL CONSIDERS THIS A FIRST HEARING.
Councilmember Earling pointed out this issue had not yet been remanded to. Council for action.
MOTION WITHDRAWN.
Councilmember Plunkett asked if a second hearing would impair the implementation of the increase.
Ms. Chase said the earliest possible date for another hearing would be March 17. Councilmember
Plunkett asked if this would impair staffs schedule to implement the rates by April 1. Mr. Mar said once
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the Council approves the rate increase, an ordinance must be passed. City Attorney Scott Snyder said an
ordinance could be placed on the agenda following the hearing and the Council could designate the rates
to be inserted. With an emergency clause and a super majority in favor, the ordinance could be effective
the next day.
Councilmember Miller asked if the hearing could be advertised on the utility bills. Mr. Mar explained
utility bills are not sent to all residents at the same time. Mr. Mar pointed out areas of the City that are
serviced by Olympic View Water District do not receive a utility bill from Edmonds. Councilmember
Miller observed a direct billing to all residents was cost prohibitive. Mr. Mar said staff will utilize the
print media, Chambers Cable, and all other public service announcements available. Mayor Fahey said a
citywide mailing was planned in the near future regarding another issue and offered to explore this
possibility. Mr. Mar offered to include an announcement of the hearing prior to the broadcast of the next
few Council meetings.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke asked about an appeal process for hardship circumstances or 1 or 2
person residences. Mr. Mar said an appeal process has not been discussed and he was uncertain whether
enough information was available to ensure there should be a difference in rates. Mr. Snyder said the
'City has an appeal process in place for all utility bills based on the accuracy of the billing rather than an
individual's ability to pay. He explained the City is permitted to aid the aged and infirm; the Council has
previously adopted breaks in utilities for those who meet the State Statutory financial criteria.
Councilmember .Van Hollebeke asked if implementing the rate increase on a one -year basis had been
considered. Mr. Mar. said it would likely take approximately two years to implement due to the need to
retool the system to capture eight months of non -peak period water consumption.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke asked staff to clarify the differential between multi - family and single -
family residential sanitary sewer rates. Mr. Mar explained based on analysis of Edmonds - specific data,
the average single - family household has three people and the average multi- family household has two
people. The average water consumption in a single - family household is 700 cubic feet; and multi- family .
is 500 cubic feet.
Council President Haakenson observed the proposed rate increase would result in a combined sanitary
sewer and stormwater rate increase of $4.75 per month for a single - family residence. Mr. Mar agreed.
Mayor Fahey remanded the matter to Council for deliberation.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke observed staff has demonstrated this is a critical issue that cannot be
ignored. However, he agreed it was critical for the Council to inform citizens of the rate increase.
Councilmember Earling recalled the Community Services Committee discussion and request that staff do
community outreach, noting previous discussions may give the impression this was not done. He pointed
out staff did an exemplary job getting the word out to the public including coverage in the three
newspapers, numerous public meetings, presentations to service organizations, and mailings to churches.
He stressed staff did exactly as they were asked to do, noting this was by far the best coverage of a
proposed tax increase since he has been on the Council. He pointed out this is the first proposed increase
in sanitary sewer and stormwater rates since 1991, that the City has been using ending cash balance to
subsidize the utility, and the proposed rate is 13th of 14 and 8th of 14 in cost comparisons. He pointed
out staff has done a good job keeping costs down, have determined a fair and equitable average, and
agreed it can be re- examined in the future. He could support a second hearing but stressed the outcome
was inevitable.
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Council President Haakenson observed the Council is often criticized for not providing enough public
notice but each time the City has done everything required by law to notify the public. He welcomed
input from citizens regarding how to notify them better. He agreed with Councilmember Earling's
comment regarding a second hearing, noting the Council was likely to hear from citizens when they
receive their first bill.
Councilmember Plunkett agreed with Council President Haakenson's comments, that the Council could
have numerous hearings but citizens would still voice their concern when they received their first bill.
He concurred with Councilmember Earling's comments regarding staff s efforts and would support a
second hearing to "go the extra yard."
Councilmember Miller agreed with Councilmember Earling's assessment of the inevitable outcome. He
said a second hearing would give citizens an opportunity to voice their opinion to their elected officials.
Second COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
Hearing HOLLEBEKE, TO HOLD A SECOND HEARING ON THE PROPOSED SANITARY
Scheduled SEWER AND STORMWATER RATE INCREASE ON MARCH 10, 1998 (PRIOR TO
March 10 COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS). MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey explained staff would make every effort to get information out in as many venues as
possible including a Citywide mailing if possible. She expressed her appreciation to staff for their efforts
to inform the public.
6. BEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CODE SECTIONS 20.75.100 AND 20.75.105 PERTAINING TO THE TIME LIMIT FOR FILING
FINAL PLAT DOCUMENTS (Applicant: Edmonds Planning Division / File. No. CDC -97 -149)
Planning Supervisor Jeff Wilson explained this is primarily a housekeeping amendment. The State
Legislature recently amended the RCW to allow a five -year time period of applicants to submit for final
plat approval after a preliminary subdivision has been approved. The current ECDC requires that final
approval be obtained within three years after preliminary approval is granted for subdivisions and lot line
adjustments. A one -year extension can also be applied for in the case of plat approvals. The proposed
amendment would being the ECDC into conformance with state requirements and implement the five -
year time limit and eliminate the need to file for a one -year extension.
Mayor Fahey opened the public participation portion of the hearing. There were no members of the
public present who wished to address the Council. Mayor Fahey closed the public participation portion
of the hearing the remanded the matter to Council for action.
COUNCILMEMBER EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, FOR APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE #3190 AS RECOMMENDED BY
STAFF. MOTION CARRIED. The ordinance approved reads as follows:
d. #3190
Preliminary AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS AMENDING THE PROVISIONS OF
Plat
Approval SECTION 20.75.100, PRELIMINARY APPROVAL -TIME LIMIT, RELATING TO THE
LENGTH OF TIME A PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL WILL EXPIRE AND FIXING
A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL BE EFFECTIVE AND REPEALING THE
PROVISIONS OF SECTION 20.75.105, EXTENSION OF TIME, RELATING TO THE
LENGTH OF TIME A PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL MAY BE EXTENDED AND
FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE.
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7. PROPOSED ORDINANCE REFUNDING 1998 WATER AND SEWER REVENUE BONDS
Refunding
1998 Water Administrative Services Director Art Housler explained he met with Financial Advisor Dick Ehlers,
and Sewer .
Revenue Seattle Northwest Securities, in early January to review a proposal he prepared on the refund (refinance)
Bonds of the 1993 bond issue. The rate this morning on the old bonds to be refunded was 6.19% and the new
rate would be 4.77 %. This matter was reviewed by Finance Committee who authorized staff to complete
the necessary documents and to schedule the issue on the Council agenda as soon as possible. He
explained the City's practice has been to assemble a team consisting of Dick Ehlers, Vice President of
Seattle Northwest Security, who does the bond pricing and makes an offer to secure and market the
bonds; Bob Yeasting, Yeasting and Associates, who reviews the market, cost, and pricing; and Bill
Tonkin of Foster, Pepper and Shefelman, who prepared the ordinance. Mr. Housler distributed the sale
and pricing results of this morning's meetings and the offer by Seattle Northwest Securities to purchase
the bonds.
Dick Ehlers, Vice President of Seattle Northwest Securities, explained the bond rate has been
monitored over a period of years and late last year borrowing rates declined. He reviewed the goals for
the transaction including refund of the City's 1993 Water and Sewer Revenue bonds to reduce the cost to
the utility, maintain the A rating, qualify for bond insurance, and achieve a net percent value savings of
4.00% of the par amount refunded. He explained bond insurance was an insurance policy the City
purchases which results in the assignment of an AAA rating which results in a lower interest rate. An
assessment is made regarding the reduction in interest costs versus the insurance premium. If the savings
in interest is greater than the premium, purchase of the insurance is recommended. He pointed out the
insurance was not purchased for the Public Safety Bond issue. In this case, it was recommended that
insurance be purchased. He displayed a graph of a one -year index of tax - exempt borrowing rates,
showing a steady downward trend over the last year. He displayed a graph of a 25 year history, pointing
out borrowing costs are at a 25 year low. He referred to Bond Sale Results, noting Moody has changed
their rating scale slightly. They previously had A and Al in the top portion of the A category, they now
have. Al, A2, and A3. Mr. Housler worked with the rating agencies, including educating a new rating
analyst and as a result, the City's Water and Sewer bonds were rated A2. He explained the rating
agencies commented on the financial operation of the City; based on preliminary 1997 numbers, the debt
service coverage went down slightly. They were aware the City was in the rate adjustment process. Four
bids were obtained from insurance companies, the lowest from FSA. The debt service on the bonds will
be reduced by slightly over $150,000 between now and 2013. He said the estimated net present value
savings was approximately $109,000 which results in a percent of the par amount of the refunded bonds
of 5.01%.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke asked how the City could have achieved an Al rating. Mr. Ehlers said if
a rate increase had been implemented several years ago in a step fashion, it may have assisted in
achieving a higher rating but with the size of the utility operation, this would be doubtful. He noted it is
somewhat of a norm that a city's Water and Sewer Utility Revenue Bonds are rated slightly below their
General Obligation Bond rating.
Mr. Ehlers referred to the formal written offer to purchase the bonds, noting upon adoption of the bond
ordinance, it became the contract for the sale of bonds. He invited the public to place orders for bonds,
noting the Council or their families were not permitted to purchase bonds.
As Bob Yeasting, Yeasting & Associates, was unable to attend the meeting, Mr. Housler read his
recommendation: "You will find herein our comments and recommendation as your independent
financial advisor on the negotiated sale of the above bond issue. Market Conditions: Municipal bond
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interest rates have declined during most of 1997, to a lower level than at anytime during the past 25
years. Money markets are now nervous about international and political events, making it prudent to
accomplish this refinancing at this time. Structuring of Issue/Refunding Savings: These bonds have
been structured so that the debt savings are approximately level each year through the life of the issue.
Total savings of about $150,000 have a present value of 5 %, our "threshold" for advance refunding. It is
prudent to proceed now. Interest Rates: The reoffering yields on your bonds are .shown in comparison
with several other recent bond issues on Exhibit A (attached to Mr. Yeasting's letter). The interest rates
reflect the City's use of bond insurance on the issue, and a favorable market climate today. Underwriter's
Spread: The underwriter's markup on these bonds is $8.86/$1,000 of par amount. This is very favorable
to the City for a small revenue type bond issue. Recommendation: We recommend the City accept the
purchase offer of Seattle Northwest Securities. They have done an excellent job of structuring and
marketing this issue."
Bill Tonkin of Foster, Pepper and Shefelman, distributed the bond ordinance, noting it was prepared in
final form to reflect the pricing information arrived at this morning. The bond ordinance also includes a
provision that authorizes the execution of the purchase contract that Seattle Northwest Securities
presented.
COUNCILMEMBER EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCII,MEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3191, APPROVING THE
RECOMMENDED ACTION BY FOSTER, PEPPER, AND SHEFELMAN. , MOTION
r 3191 CARRIED. The ordinance approved reads as follows:
and
Sewer AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE COMBINED WATER AND SEWERAGE
venue
funding SYSTEMS COMPRISING THE WATERWORKS UTILITY OF THE CITY; PROVIDING
mds,1998 FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $2,420,000 PAR VALUE WATER AND SEWER REVENUE
REFUNDING BONDS, 1998, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING THE FUNDS TO
ADVANCE REFUND THE CALLABLE PORTION OF THE CITY'S OUTSTANDING
WATER AND SEWER REVENUE AND REFUNDING BONDS, 1993, AND PAY THE
ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS OF SUCH REFUNDING AND THE COSTS OF ISSUANCE
AND SALE OF SUCH BONDS; FIXING THE DATE, FORM, MATURITIES, INTEREST
RATES, TERMS AND COVENANTS OF THOSE BONDS; PROVIDING FOR AND
AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN OBLIGATIONS OUT OF THE
PROCEEDS OF THE SALE OF THE 4ONDS HEREIN AUTHORIZED AND FOR THE
USE AND APPLICATION OF THE MONEY DERIVED FROM THOSE OBLIGATIONS;
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH A REFUNDING
TRUSTEE; PROVIDING FOR THE CALL, PAYMENT AND REDEMPTION OF THE
OUTSTANDING BONDS TO BE REFUNDED, APPROVING THE SALE AND
PROVIDING FOR DELIVERY OF THE BONDS TO SEATTLE NORTHWEST
SECURITIES CORPORATION OF SEATTLE, WASHINGTON; AND ESTABLISHING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE.
arking 1 8. AUTHORIZATION TO CONVERT THE HALF -TIME ANIMAL CONTROL POSITION TO
Enforcement FULL- TI1V1E TO COVER PARING ENFORCEMENT
Police Chief Hickok explained the animal enforcement officers do parking enforcement on a part-time
basis. Enforcement has been inconsistent as the officer often is called away for animal enforcement
before they can return to write tickets for vehicles that have exceeded the three -hour time limit. An
average of 150 parking tickets are written per month, the average over the past 2 - 3 years. In 1986, the
Parking Committee requested a full -time staff person be added to cover parking. At that time there was
some question whether this person would be kept busy enough due to the three hour period between the
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marking of tires and enforcement of the time limits. There were also budget constraints in 1986 that
resulted in the decision not to hire a full -time parking enforcement officer. In 1997, the City of
Mountlake Terrace requested Edmonds consider providing animal control on a part-time basis for
$25,000 annually. This amount would fund half a full -time person for animal control and more
consistent parking enforcement. The contract with Mountlake Terrace began January 1, 1998, and the
budget included authorization for a half -time person to offset the extra animal control in Mountlake
Terrace. The Parking Committee again suggested consideration be given to a full -time parking
enforcement officer. He recommended the parking enforcement/animal control position be funded with
the $25,000 from Mountlake Terrace, $6,000 from the Parking Permit Fund 121, and $12,370 from the
Police Department Administration Salaries (salary left over from Steve Perry who is currently at
SnoCom). He explained the officer would work 5 hours per day downtown, five days per week. He /she
would mark tires, go to Mountlake Terrace to make telephone calls and do any pick -ups and return to
Edmonds to do parking enforcement and data entry.
COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
PLUNKETT, TO APPROVE AUTHORIZATION TO CONVERT THE HALF -TIME
ANIMAL CONTROL POSITION TO FULL -TIME TO COVER PARKING
ENFORCEMENT USING APPROPRIATE FUNDS AS DESCRIBED BY CHIEF
HICKOK. MOTION CARRIED.
Consider
Vacation of 9. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS ESTABLISHING A MARCH 17, 1998, PUBLIC HEARING DATE
Multiple TO CONSIDER VACATION OF MULTIPLE PLATTED BUT UNBUILT RIGHTS -OF -WAY
Rights-of- LOCATED IN THE MEADOWDALE AREA, RESERVING UTILITY EASEMENTS, SURFACE
Way in AND SUBSURFACE (FILE NO. ST -97 -1561:
eadowdale
Area
(A) RESOLUTION NO. 901 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING PORTIONS OF LUND'S GULCH CMTHIN MEADOWDALE PARK)
Resolutions
901 through
915 — Set (B) RESOLUTION NO. 902 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
Hearing REGARDING AN UNNAMED STREET (WITHIN MEADOWDALE COUNTY PARK)
Date (3/17)
(C) RESOLUTION NO. 903 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 72ND AVENUE WEST (320' NORTH OF 156TH STREET SOUTHWEST TO CITY
OF EDMONDS CORPORATE LIMITS)
(D) RESOLUTION NO. 904 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 72ND AVENUE WEST (FROM THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE OF THE SERIO
PLAT TO MEADOWDALE BEACH ROAD, 705')
(E) RESOLUTION NO. 905 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 72ND AVENUE WEST (FROM NORTH MEADOWDALE ROAD TO A POINT 378'
SOUTH)
(F) RESOLUTION NO. 906 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 73RD AVENUE WEST (NORTH OF 156TH STREET SW)
(G) RESOLUTION NO, 907 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 74TH PLACE WEST (SOUTH OF 162ND STREET SOUTHWEST)
(IT) RESOLUTION NO, 908 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 75TH AVENUE WEST (NORTH OF 156TH STREET SMO
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(I) RESOLUTION NO. 909 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 156TH STREET SOUTHWEST (WEST OF 75TH PLACE WEST)
(J) RESOLUTION NO. 910 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 156TH STREET SOUTHWEST (45' EAST OF 75TH PLACE W TO 345' WEST OF
72ND AVENUE W)
(I) RESOLUTION NO. 911 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 156TH STREET SOUTHWEST (BETWEEN 68TH AVENUE W & 70TH AVENUE W)
(L) RESOLUTION NO. 912 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 158TH STREET SOUTHWEST (WEST OF 75TH PLACE WEST)
(M) RESOLUTION NO. 913 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 158TH STREET SOUTHWEST (BETWEEN 74TH PLACE WEST AND 72ND
AVENUE WEST)
(1S) RESOLUTION NO. 914 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 164TH STREET SOUTHWEST (WEST OF 75TH PLACE WEST)
(0) RESOLUTION NO. 915 TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING
REGARDING 172ND STREET SOUTHWEST (FROM 235' WEST OF 74TH AVENUE WEST TO
76TH AVENUE WEST)
Community Services Director Paul Mar explained at the February 3 hearing, Council directed staff to set
a new hearing date of March 17, to modify the proposed rights -of -way to be vacated to reflect staffs
recommendations during the hearing, and to bring the proposed resolutions to achieve the right -of -way
vacations to the Council. He pointed out there were 15 resolutions for 15 right -of -way sections to be
vacated. If adopted, staff will conduct 15 separate hearings on March 17 and the Council will be
provided an agenda packet for each proposal. A summary fact sheet will be prepared and distributed to
affected property owners on February 23. As this will be a new hearing, the letters and/or petitions
submitted at the previous hearing would no longer have standing and must be resubmitted. He said the
notification to property owners would include this information.
City Attorney Scott Snyder explained due to the Council's desire for a second hearing, the time frame the
resolutions are effective was exceeded; therefore new resolutions were prepared and letters and/or
petitions must be resubmitted. He pointed out the portion of 164th, which received objection by over
50% of the abutting property owners; therefore, letters and/or petitions do not need to be resubmitted for
that portion. He explained that although the proposed right -of -way vacation of portions of 72nd received
objection from only 18% of the abutting property owners (the center section of 72nd that served a
potentially developable tract), Council directed staff to eliminate the proposed right -of -way vacation for
that section. He summarized although letters and/or petitions must be resubmitted, the right -of -way
vacations that resulted in the most protest have been eliminated.
Councilmember Earling said he did not attend the first hearing and asked if he would need to review the
tapes in order to participate. Mr. Snyder answered this was a legislative decision, not quasi-judicial but
suggested Councilmember Earling may wish to acquaint himself with the testimony.
COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, TO ADOPT RESOLUTIONS #901 THROUGH #915, AND SET A PUBLIC
HEARING DATE OF MARCH 17,1998. MOTION CARRIED.
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10. MAYOR'S REPORT
Water Ski Mayor Fahey referred to information in the Council packet regarding the annual water ski event on Lake
Event on
Lake Ballinger, stressing this was a small amateur event that has been held the past two years. The event will
Ballinger take place on the Ballinger side of the lake and not impact residents on the Edmonds side of the lake.
Unless there were objections from the Council, she would advise Mountlake Terrace that Edmonds had
no concerns.
equest for Mayor Fahey referred to a letter from a citizen on Maplewood regarding the process to have a sidewalk
Sidewalk
installed. The City's response indicated the City was unable to fund sidewalks; in the past, sidewalks
have only been constructed via a LID or in conjunction with a significant development. If the resident
wished to proceed with the sidewalk, she was directed to the Community Services Committee for further
discussion.
° °away Mayor Fahey referred to a letter from a resident of Woodway Meadows thanking the Council for the
Meadows
abandonment of the right -of -way on 237th.
Mayor Fahey announced Fire Chief Springer presented his resignation this afternoon to pursue other
Resignation
of Fire Chief Opportunities. His resignation will be effective April 30 > 1998. The City will begin the process to fill the
Springer position prior to Chief Springer's departure to ensure a seamless transition. Mayor Fahey expressed her
appreciation for the service Chief Springer has provided to the community, noting he has been a
firefighter for over 20 years.
11. COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Van Hollebeke expressed his appreciation to Fire Chief Springer for his lengthy service
to the community.
Councilmember Miller asked if the City was facing any 2000 issues related to computers. Mayor Fahey
noted this has been a priority since she took office and the City has the situation well in hand.
Waterfront Councilmember Earling advised the review of the Waterfront Park appraisal would be distributed to
Park Councilmembers in the next few days. In addition, he thanked staff for their presentation regarding the
Appraisal sewer and stormwater rate increases, noting staff s efforts to inform the public met and exceeded the
Council's expectations. In response to Mr. Albano's comments regarding CASCD, Councilmember
Earling commented the Edmonds Council's vote was 6 -0 in favor of the interlocal agreement, the
CASCD Mountlake Terrace Council's vote was 6 -1 in favor, and the Lynnwood Council's vote was 4 -3 in favor.
Proposal He believes much of the reason for Lynnwood's vote was the changes to the interlocal made by
Mountlake Terrace and Edmonds. He pointed out opposition would focus on the 29.3% paid by
Edmonds versus the 25% paid by Lynnwood. He noted Edmonds' population is 38,000 and Lynnwood's
population is 32,000; therefore the percentages are approximately the same. Further, the assessed value
of residences in Edmonds has historically been higher than Lynnwood residences, which would also
account for some of the difference.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
xcused HOLLEBEKE, TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER MILLER FROM THE FEBRUARY 10,
bsence 1998, COUNCIL MEETING. MOTION CARRIED, COUNCILMEMBER MILLER
ABSTAINED.
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Student Representative Lisa Shin reported the semester ended at the end of January, noting this was an
exciting time for seniors as it is their last semester of high school. She .reported the Edmonds - Woodway
basketball team took first place last night in double overtime.
With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
or
BARBARA S. FAHEY, MAYOR 'SANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK
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AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
Plaza Meeting Room - Library Building
650 Main Street
7:00 -10:00 p.m.
FEBRUARY 17, 1998
7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER
FLAG SALUTE
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 10, 1998
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #21409 THRU #23004 FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 2, 1998, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $334,339.11. APPROVAL-OF CLAIM WARRANTS #21411 THRU #23152 FOR THE
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 9, 1998, IN THE AMOUNT OF $236,149.83. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS
#19452 THRU #19590 FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 16 THRU JANUARY 31, 1998, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$329,478.43.
(D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM KARI DIANE JOHNSON ($377.00)
(E) APPROVAL OF 1998 TAXI LICENSE FOR NORTH END TAXI
(F) CONFIRMATION OF 1998 LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
(G) REPORT ON FINAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE DOOR HARDWARE AND INTERIOR DOORS FOR
THE NEW CITY HALL BUILDING AND COUNCIL ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECTS
(H) REPORT ON BIDS RECEIVED FEBRUARY 11, 1998, FOR THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX ASBESTOS
REMOVAL AND LEAD ABATEMENT (PHASE 1) AND AWARD OF CONTRACT TO CROWN DELTA
($36,223.53, Including Sales Tax)
(1) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR 1998 SENIOR CENTER IMPROVEMENTS (HUD)
(J) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE A TOTAL STATION ELECTRONIC DISTANCE MEASURING SYSTEM
(K) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE A BALLISTIC SHIELD
(L) SURPLUS OF EXISTING CITY RESCUE BOAT
(M) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF EDMONDS AND
PORT OF EDMONDS FOR USE OF A RESCUE BOAT
(N) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH SNOHOMISH COUNTY
PUBLIC WORKS FOR COMMUTE TRIP REDUCTION
(0) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF LYNNWOOD
FOR RECYCLING COORDINATOR SERVICES
(P) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN RECYCLING GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN EDMONDS AND
WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
3. AUDIENCE (3 minute limit per person)
4. (15 Min.) REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
5. (60 Min.) HEARING ON PROPOSED INCREASE FOR SEWER AND STORMWATER UTILITY RATES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
FEBRUARY 17, 1998
PAGE 2
6. (10 Min.) HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE SECTIONS
20.75.100 AND 20.75.105 PERTAINING TO THE TIME LIMIT FOR FILING FINAL PLAT DOCUMENTS
(Applicant: Edmonds Planning Division / File No. CDC -97 -149)
7. (30 Min.) PROPOSED ORDINANCE REFUNDING 1998 WATER AND SEWER REVENUE BONDS
8. (10 Min.) AUTHORIZATION TO CONVERT THE HALF -TIME ANIMAL CONTROL POSITION TO FULL -TIME TO
COVER PARKING ENFORCEMENT
9. (15 Min.) PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS ESTABLISHING A MARCH 17, 1998, PUBLIC HEARING DATE TO CONSIDER
VACATION OF MULTIPLE PLATTED BUT UNBUILT RIGHTS -OF -WAY LOCATED IN THE MEADOWDALE
AREA, RESERVING UTILITY EASEMENTS, SURFACE AND SUBSURFACE (FILE NO. ST -97 -156):
(A) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
PORTION'S OF LUND'S GULCH ROAD (WITHIN MEADOWDALE COUNTY PARK)
(B) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING AN
UNNAMED STREET (WITHIN MEADOWDALE COUNTY PARK)
(C) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
72ND AVENUE WEST (320' NORTH OF 156TH STREET SOUTHWEST TO CITY OF EDMONDS
CORPORATE LIMITS)
(D) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
72ND AVENUE WEST (FROM THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE OF THE SERIO PLAT TO MEADOWDALE
BEACH ROAD, 705')
(E) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
72ND AVENUE WEST (FROM NORTH MEADOWDALE ROAD TO A POINT 378' SOUTH)
(F) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
73RD AVENUE WEST (NORTH OF 156TH STREET SW)
(G) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
74TH PLACE WEST (SOUTH OF 162ND STREET SOUTHWEST)
(H) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
75TH AVENUE WEST (NORTH OF 156TH STREET SW)
(1) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET`'PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
156TH STREET SOUTHWEST (WEST OF 75TH PLACE WEST)
(J) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
156TH STREET SOUTHWEST (45' EAST OF 75TH PLACE W TO 345' WEST OF 72ND AVENUE W)
(K) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
156TH STREET SOUTHWEST (BETWEEN 68TH AVENUE W & 70TH AVENUE W)
(L) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
158TH STREET SOUTHWEST (WEST OF 75TH PLACE WEST)
(M) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
158TH STREET SOUTHWEST (BETWEEN 74TH PLACE WEST AND 72ND AVENUE WEST)
(N) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
164TH STREET SOUTHWEST (WEST OF 75TH PLACE WEST)
(0) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR VACATION HEARING REGARDING
172ND STREET SOUTHWEST (FROM 235' WEST OF 74TH AVENUE WEST TO 76TH AVENUE WEST)
10. (5 Min.) MAYOR'S REPORT
11. (15 Min.) COUNCIL REPORT
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