10/06/1998 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
OCTOBER 6. 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
John Nordquist, Councilmember
Michael Plunkett, Councilmember
Jim White, Councilmember
Dick Van Hollebeke, Councilmember
Thomas A. Miller, Councilmember
ABSENT
Dave Earling, Councilmember
STAFF PRESENT
Ron Haworth, Interim Fire Chief
Robin Hickok, Police Chief
Paul Mar, Community Services Director
Art Housler, Administrative Services Director
James Walker, City Engineer
Brent Hunter, Human Resources Director
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Dee McGrath, Executive Assistant
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
Hearing on Mayor Fahey explained Item 5 on the Agenda, a public hearing for the review and consideration of the
Rezone of Planning Board's recommendation on an application by Edmonds School District to rezone the former
Former Edmonds - Woodway High School site, had been rescheduled to November 17, 1998. She apologized for
Edmonds- an inconvenience this may have caused. She explained the public hearing was postponed as Edmonds
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High School School District informed the City last week that a complete list of property owners had not been
Site provided; therefore, not all residents in the area had been notified as is required for the public hearing to
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0 chedu be valid. She explained a decision was made to reschedule the public hearing, rather than hold the public
hearing and continue it to a later date.
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Council President Haakenson requested several changes be made to the Agenda:
hanger to • Item 6, Audience Comments, be rescheduled as Item 3;
he Agenda 0 Item 3, Presentation of Fund - Raising Donation to the Boys and Girls Club, be rescheduled as
Item 3a;
• A new Item 6 be added to the agenda entitled Authorization for Mayor to Sign Professional
Services Agreement with Cedar River Associates and Approval of Funding for Consultant
Services to Refine City's Design Guidelines and Review Process;
• Add a new Item 6A to the agenda entitled Proposed Resolution Authorizing the Edmonds Fire
Department to Purchase an Inclement Weather Service Vehicle, Declaring the Need for the
Vehicle to be a Matter of Public Health and Safety, and Permitting the Fire Department to Utilize
an Expedited Public Bidding Procedure; and
• Add a new Item 9 to the agenda entitled Executive Session to discuss labor negotiations for 20
minutes.
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COUNCI.MEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MILLER, FOR APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED.
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember White requested Item B (Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of September 14,
1998) be removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Nordquist requested Item H
(Authorization to Purchase Equipment for New Quint Ladder Truck) and Item J (Authorization for
Mayor to Sign Sno -Isle Regional Library Contract) be removed from the Consent Agenda.
COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT HAAKENSON,
FOR APPROVAL OF THE REMAINING CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS. MOTION CARRIED.
The agenda items approved are as follows:
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(A)
ROLL CALL
Approve
9/22198
(C)
APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 22,1998
inutes
pprove
(D)
APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #25681 THROUGH #27705 FOR THE WEEK OF
Claim i
SEPTEMBER 21, 1998, IN THE AMOUNT OF $576,134.96. APPROVAL OF CLAIM
Warrants
WARRANTS #25692 THROUGH #27788 FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 28, 1998, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $924,198.81.
laim for
(E)
ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR. DAMAGES FROM CHARLOTTE
amages
CLARK ($117.15)
eneral
(F)
REPORT ON GENERAL FUND FINANCIAL POSITION FOR THE PERIOD ENDED
and
AUGUST 31,1998
Highway 99
(G)
UPDATE ON HIGHWAY 99 PROJECT
Project
A/C
(I)
AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE AN A/C RECYCLER FOR FLEET MAINTENANCE
ecycler
($4,353.77)
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(K)
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN AN AMENDMENT TO THE
uxiliary
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WOOD/HARBINGER, INC. FOR
enerator
THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AUXILIARY GENERATOR
INSTALLATION DESIGN PROJECT
Findings of
(L)
APPROVAL OF FINDINGS OF FACT REGARDING A CLOSED RECORD APPEAL
Fact-
MEETING HELD ON SEPTEMBER 1, 1998 - APPEAL BY WESTERN WIRELESS OF
estem
THE HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION TO DENY A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Wireless
APPLIED FOR UNDER CITY OF EDMONDS FILE NO. CU -98 -130 FOR A 110 -FOOT
TALL WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS MONOPOLE TOWER AT 8505 BOWDOIN
WAY (Appellant/Applicant: Western Wireless / File Nos. AP -98 -128, AP- 98 -26, CU -97 -130,
and ADB -97 -129)
rd. #3224
(M)
ORDINANCE NO. 3224 RELATING TO CONTRACTING INDEBTEDNESS;
efinancing
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REFINANCING OF A FIRE TRUCK
V-1 VTruck;
Acquisifion
ACQUIRED UNDER A LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT;
£Ladder
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF A LADDER FIRE TRUCK
ire Truck
PURSUANT TO A LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT; AND
APPOINTING AN ESCROW AGENT AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF AN ESCROW AGREEMENT
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Ord. (N) ORDINANCE NO. 3225 VACATING A SLOPE EASEMENT DESCRIBED IN AUDITOR'S
Vacating a a
acaLing
Slope FILE NO. 78905090295 AND STREET VACATION FILE ST -98 -74
Easement
(0) ORDINANCE NO. 3226 REZONING A PORTION OF THE EXISTING CHASE LAKE
rd. #3226 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE LOCATED AT 84TH AVENUE WEST FROM SINGLE -
Rezoning a FAMILY (RS -8) TO PUBLIC (P), REZONING AN ADJACENT PARCEL LOCATED AT
Portion of
Chase Lake 8315 - 216TH STREET SW FROM SINGLE FAMILY (RS -8) TO PUBLIC (P) IN ORDER
Elementary TO IMPLEMENT THE PROVISIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND
DESIGNATION FOR THE SITE, AND PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT OF THE
Alder St. ZONING MAP (File No. R -98 -127)
Sewer Line
Improve- (P) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED OCTOBER 5, 1998 FOR ALDER STREET SEWER LINE
ments IMPROVEMENTS
Item B: Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of September 14,1998
Councilmember White requested the spelling of the name in the second sentence of the fourth paragraph
on page 14 be changed from Bilkey's to Beilkes.
COUNCILMEMBER WHITE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
Approve HOLLEBEKE, FOR APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM B AS AMENDED. The item
9/14/98 approved is as follows:
Minutes as
Amended
(B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 14,1998
Item H - Item H: Authorization to Purchase Equipment for New Quint Ladder Truck
Equipment Councilmember Nordquist questioned whether the equipment price included freight and installation. As
for Ladder there were no Fire Department representatives present, the following motion was made:
Truck
Rescheduled COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MILLER, TO
s Item 613
RESCHEDULE CONSENT AGENDA ITEM H AS ITEM 6B. MOTION CARRIED.
Sno -Isle
Item J: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Sno -Isle Regional Library Contract
Councilmember Nord uist asked if Edmonds' contract with Sno -Isle had an affiliation with Woodway.
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Library Mayor Fahey explained in the past, Woodway residents have been able to purchase a library card to
Contract access Sno -Isle Library services. This privilege will soon be discontinued and cities will be required to
become members of the Library Service and pay the appropriate library tax. Woodway plans to place
annexation to the Sno -Isle Library System on the upcoming ballot.
COUNCILMEM 3ER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, FOR PASSAGE OF ITEM J. MOTION CARRIED. The item approved is as
follows:
(J) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN SN04SLE REGIONAL LIBRARY
CONTRACT
3. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Proposed
Rezone of Kevin Clarke, 23924 107' Place W, Edmonds, distributed photographs taken on October 3 showing
Former signage at the front of the old Edmonds - Woodway site (the Planning Board public hearing notice and the
Edmonds- School District's Determination of Non-Significance), si s on 102ND on the north roe line and the
Woodway � property rty
High School Council's notification of the public hearing posted on September 21 and the rescheduling sign. A fourth
Site photograph showed the Council notification of the public hearing and rescheduling was placed at the new
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Edmonds- Woodway site. He stressed public notification of the Council's public hearing was never
placed on the proper site. He said not only did the City err in the posting of the signs but the School
District also failed to provide an adequate mailing list. As the School District used the same mailing list
for the public hearing before the Planning Board, he felt that hearing should also be invalidated. He
commented testimony provided at the Planning Board public hearing indicated adequate notification had
not been provided. He noted the signage at the site for the Planning Board public hearing was behind
shrubs and were not visible unless you walked up to the sign. As it appeared the public hearing before
the Planning Board was invalid, he recommended the School District begin the process again to allow
adequate public participation at the Planning Board public hearing as well as the City Council public
hearing. He reiterated there was only one sign in the City that informed the public of the rescheduling of
tonight's public hearing.
Councilmember Plunkett asked whether the Planning Board public hearing would be invalid if adequate
notification had not been provided. City Attorney Scott Snyder answered not necessarily. He offered to
research the matter and provide a memo to the Council prior to the November 17 public hearing.
Auction to Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, announced the Kiwanis Club was holding an
Benefit auction on Friday, October 9 at the South Snohomish County Senior Center. A portion of the proceeds
Sister city
Comm. will benefit the Sister City Commission. He urged Councilmembers to attend and invited the public to
call (425) 775 -5308 for more information. He thanked Mayor Fahey for speaking to the Kiwanis Club.
Fire Dept. Ray Albano, 20916 76" Ave W, Edmonds, complimented the Fire Department for their training and
professionalism following his recent use of their services. He asked when further information would be
available regarding a new fire station and objected to the discussion of real estate matters during
Executive Session. He said he is gathering information regarding the current administration due to the
desire for changes in the City's philosophy as well as government. He planned to attend as many budget
dget workshops as possible. He also complimented the City's Police Department. Regarding the Mayor's
statement that certain stop signs could not be erected, he suggested the Council view streets in
neighborhoods around the City, particularly the signage at Fir and Pine.
Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, Edmonds, said he attended the Planning Board meeting when the
Rezone of Former public hearing regarding rezone of the old Edmonds - Woodway High School site was discussed. He had
Edmonds- to leave before the hearing was held to attend an Architectural Design Board meeting being held the
oodway same evening at another location. He suggested two public hearings not be held on the same night. He
High School expressed concern with the action/lack of action of a certain Planning Department employee who is no
longer in the City's employ and said this individual's decisions should be researched as the decisions may
create liability for the City. He planned to submit written information to the Council at a later date.
Rezone of Kurt Olden, 9117 238' Street SW, Edmonds, questioned why the public hearing before the Planning
Former
Ed onas- Board was not stopped due to the School District's incomplete list. He believed the School District's
woodway announcement regarding inadequate notification and subsequent rescheduling of the public hearing was
High School an attempt to reduce the number of people speaking against the rezone at the public hearing.
3A. PRESENTATION OF FUND RAISING DONATION TO THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
I a Mayor Fahey explained at the recent Annual U.S. Conference of Mayors, attendees were given an
ing opportunity to. compete in a bowling tournament for charity. Team prizes were donations to each
ation to bowler's local charity and Mayor Fahey designated her prize to the Edmonds Boys & Girls Club. She
s & resented a $225 check to Ste hanie Trout Pro am Director for the Bo s & Girls Club and
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commended the Boys & Girls Club for the activities they offer to the community.
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Ms. Trout presented Mayor Fahey with a thank you card from youth at the Boys & Girls Club and a.
camp T -shirt listing the places they "toured" during this summer's day camp. She thanked Council
President Haakenson for his participation in the Goodwill Games.
ommenda- 4. COMMENDATION OF HEROISM FOR POLICE OFFICER RUSS FAIFERLICK
tion for
Heroism for Mayor Fahey invited Police Officer Russ Faiferlick, Police Chief Hickok, and the numerous police
Police officers resent to join her at the odium.
Officer Russ p p
aiferlick
Police Chief Hickok explained Officer Faiferlick has been with the Edmonds Police force for 11 years
and briefly described his background. He explained on the evening of September 12 at approximately
11:00 p.m., Officer Faiferlick was on his way home via 520 when he witnessed a car plunge over the
guardrail into Lake Washington. After two individuals surfaced and indicated a third victim was still in
the vehicle, Officer Faiferlick dove into the water and made repeated attempts to rescue the third victim.
Officer Faiferlick discovered the two individuals who exited the vehicle were struggling and guided them
to the bridge. Other Police Officers arrived and additional attempts were made to rescue the third victim
which unfortunately were not successful. Officer Faiferlick was credited by the Seattle Police
Department for saving the lives of the two individuals who exited the vehicle and said without his quick
action, there likely would have been three fatalities. Chief Hickok said Officer Faiferlick will also be
submitted for the Medal of Valor, which is awarded every other year. Chief Hickok said he was proud of
Officer Faiferlick's actions as well as those of all Police Officers. He commented Police Officers' acts of
bravery are often taken for granted.
Officer Faiferlick introduced members of his family and friends who were present at the meeting.
Mayor Fahey echoed Chief Hickok's statement, and said she is proud to have Officer Faiferlick as a
member of the Edmonds Police Department. Mayor Fahey read the Commendation recognizing Officer
Faiferlick's extraordinary act of heroism. Each Councilmember congratulated Officer Faiferlick. Mayor
Fahey expressed her appreciation to Susie Faiferlick, Officer Faiferlick's wife, for allowing him to serve
the community as a Police Officer. Mayor Fahey thanked the members of the Police Department who
attended to add their support to the Commendation.
5. THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC HEARING HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY
NOVEMBER 17.1998:
Baring
Rescheduled PUBLIC HEARING - REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF THE PLANNING BOARD'S
to 11/17/98:
Rezone of RECOMMENDATION ON AN APPLICATION BY EDMONDS SCHOOL DISTRICT TO
Former REZONE THE FORMER EDMONDS - WOODWAY HIGH SCHOOL SITE LOCATED AT 23200
Edmonds- 100TH AVENUE WEST FROM THE CURRENT "SINGLE- FAMILY" DESIGNATION ON
Woodway APPROXIMATELY THE EASTERN TWO - THIRDS OF THE SITE. AND "OPEN SPACE - OS"
High School
Site ON APPROXIMATELY THE WESTERN TWO - THIRDS OF THE SITE, TO "PUBLIC - P" IN
ORDER TO FULLY IMPLEMENT THE EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE
DESIGNATION FOR THE SCHOOL SITE. (File No. R -98 -128)
f onsces to 6. AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
rvices to efine CEDAR RIVER ASSOCIATES AND APPROVAL OF FUNDING FOR CONSULTANT SERVICE ty's TO REFINE CITY'S DESIGN GUIDELINESAND REVIEW PROCESS
Design
Guidelines
and Review Community Services Director Paul Mar explained negotiations with Cedar River Associates were
Process completed this afternoon and that was the reason the packet was distributed this evening. He recalled on
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July 28, 1998, the City Council authorized staff to advertise and issue an RFP for a consultant to assist in
the refinement of the City's architectural design guidelines and review process. That process has been
completed and the consultant firm Cedar River Associates was selected. He said Councilmembers
Nordquist and White and Mayor Fahey participated in the selection committee with Planning Manager
Rob Chave and himself. He said the professional services agreement is included in the materials
provided to the Council. He will manage the contract with the assistance of Planning Manager Rob
Chave, Senior Planner Steve Bullock, and Executive Assistant Cindi Cruz.
Mr. Mar distributed the workplan for the project and described the tasks to be undertaken by the
consultant including, (1) background review (scheduled to begin tomorrow if the contract is approved by
the Council), (2) stakeholder review and outreach (tentatively scheduled to meet with the Property
Owner's Committee at their next meeting and with the ADB on November 1), (3) once background
information is gathered, the consultant and staff will begin drafting the scoping memo (available for staff
and Council review at the end of December, (4) recommendation and draft report completed by the end
of January. He said a public meeting to gather input, on the preliminary results, findings and
recommendations has been tentatively scheduled for the third week in January.
Council President Haakenson asked if Councilmember Earling's original motion was included in the
packet. Mr. Mar answered no but recalled his motion was to enlist the assistance of a consultant firm to
assist in reviewing the Design Review Guidelines. Council President Haakenson recalled he added a
friendly amendment to Councilmember Earling's motion that did not involve the ADB but other planning
processes such as timelines, etc. Council President Haakenson was not comfortable making a decision
on this matter without additional time to review the materials and preferred the contract be considered
again at the next Council meeting. He wanted to ensure the consultant's scope of work included the
original direction given by the Council.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke questioned postponing consideration of the contract, as he understood
the Council's desire was to begin the review as soon as possible. He understood the Council's intent was
an overview of the entire process such as the length of time for a project to be reviewed by the City, and
the possibility of concurrent processes, and not just the ADB process. Mr. Mar explained the Design
Review process is not just the ADB; it begins when an applicant approaches the City with the intent of
making an application and is completed when the ADB's decision is made. He said there are many
projects that. do not go through the ADB process but go directly to the permitting process. He explained
some projects could have concurrent processes and others must have sequential processes. His
understanding was all aspects of the Design Review process would be analyzed.
Councilmember White asked how the task was defined to the consultant. Mr. Mar answered the
consultants were told the City has a Design Review process that all projects that meet a certain threshold
requirement must comply with. All the consultants that proposed on the project had the opportunity to`
review documents and guidelines regarding the Design Review process. During contract negotiations
with Cedar River Associates, staff ,showed the number of projects that have gone through the Design
Review process in recent years. Mr. Mar reviewed the Cedar River Associates' scope of work, which
includes a background review, and stakeholder outreach. The October meeting with the Property Owners
Committee will include architects, developers, etc. who have participated in the Design Review process
as well as meeting with the ADB. Individual interviews will be conducted by the consultant team of
citizens who have been on the ADB as well as those who have participated in the process as applicants.
The consultant will also review case studies to assist them in reviewing the timelines. From this
information, the consultants will determine what parts of the Design Review process are working and
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what needs improvement. The City will review those findings and the consultant will draft a list of
preliminary recommendations /alternatives of how to improve the process and/or guidelines. Submittal of
a draft written report will be followed by a public meeting to discuss the findings and gather public input.
Councilmember Miller asked if staff objected to postponing a decision for two weeks. Mr. Mar said only
because it would require canceling two meetings. Councilmember Miller recalled Councilmember
Earling (who was absent from this meeting) had a strong interest in this issue. Councilmember Miller
preferred action be delayed due to the amount of information presented this evening.
Mayor Fahey commented this normally would not have been placed on the agenda tonight except that
negotiations with Cedar River Associates were completed this afternoon and it was believed the Council
wanted to move forward with this as soon as possible. She noted the RFP, which was previously
approved by the Council, addressed the proposed scope of work. She offered to provide
Councilmembers with a copy of the written proposal the consultant submitted. She said this consultant
group was selected as it was felt they had a broader scope of work and view of what tasks would be
undertaken.
Reso #921 6A. RESOLUTION NO. 921 AUTHORIZING THE EDMONDS FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PURCHASE
Purchase an AN INCLEMENT WEATHER SERVICE VEHICLE. DECLARING THE NEED FOR THE
Inclement
Bather VEHICLE TO BE A MATTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY, AND PERMITTING THE
Service FIRE DEPARTMENT TO UTILIZE AN EXPEDITED PUBLIC BIDDING PROCEDURE
Vehicle,
Declaring
he Need Mayor Fahey recalled the purchase of this equipment due to inclement weather conditions this winter
had been discussed at the last Council meeting. The proposed action (via resolution) was the
recommendation of legal counsel.
Councilmember Nordquist observed the intent was to purchase the vehicle via the State contract at a cost
of $28,100 but the expenditure requested is $41,400. He pointed out this was a $13,000 difference and
questioned whether a list of expenditures was required. City Attorney Scott Snyder answered there is no
State statute governing this bidding procedure; the Council has adopted a process by resolution. He did
not believe an emergency existed that would justify eliminating bids for the equipment; therefore,
Council approval of the resolution would allow the City to expedite the process by soliciting bids via
telephone or other direct contact and avoid, the delay caused by publication. He agreed the additional
features included in the cost of the vehicle should be identified.
Councilmember Nordquist asked if the vehicle was available via the State contract. Fire Chief Haworth
said the State contract will not be made public until October 22. The prices gathered are from three
dealers, including the dealer that was the low bidder last year for the State contract. The cost estimate
that individual provided is the lowest of the three.
Councilmember Nordquist said the Council wants the best price for the vehicle. Mr. Snyder said Fire
Chief Haworth would solicit three bids and bring them back for Council confirmation. Fire Chief
Haworth said the three price quotes have been gathered from the three vendors but he did not have them
available this evening. Mr. Snyder said the resolution only authorizes the solicitation of bids; the
Council will still need to authorize the purchase of the vehicle in the future.
Councilmember White asked if a public hearing was required. Mr. Snyder answered no, only Council
confirmation on the Consent Agenda.
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COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION #921. MOTION CARRIED.
6B. AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT FOR NEW QUINT LADDER TRUCK
- Equipment
or ]_.adder Councilmember Nordquist asked if there would be charges for freight and installation in addition to the
Truck purchase price. Fire Chief Haworth said the manufacturers were asked to include freight and installation
in their bids. Chief Haworth said the price of the recommended unit is slightly higher than the lowest bid
but is similar to the equipment the Fire Department currently uses and it is important similar types of
equipment are utilized. He said an old, non - operational pump is being traded in for a pump included in
this price.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
HAAKF.NSON, FOR PASSAGE OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM H. MOTION CARRIED. The
item approved is as follows:
(I) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE NEW EQUIPMENT FOR THE QUINT LADDER
TRUCK
7. MAYOR'S REPORT
edic 7 Mayor Fahey directed the Council's attention to the letter from Lynnwood Mayor Tina Roberts in
response to her letter requesting further information regarding Lynnwood's proposal to address the
escalating costs of Medic 7. She noted Lynnwood Councilmember Geoff submitted a letter May 25
indicating Lynnwood's proposal was still active and as soon as issues related to the additional 12 hours of
service and the completion of union negotiations were completed, Edmonds could anticipate a more
defined proposal from Lynnwood. Unfortunately, Lynnwood is not in a position to provide further
information by the date requested and the City is "in a holding pattern" until Lynnwood clarifies their
proposal.
Reappoint_ Mayor Fahey said Councilmembers also received a copy of her memo regarding whether to reappoint the
ent of City City Attorney and the Hearing Examiner or undertake a process to determine who will provide these
Attorney & services. She requested Councilmembers review her memo and communicate their preference to her or
Examiner Council President Haakenson.
Mayor Fahey said the Council was also copied on several other letters her office wrote to citizens
Mayor Fahey said the Kiwanis Auction on October 9 is co- sponsored by the Senior Kiwanis and the
uction on Sister City Commission. Some of the proceeds will assist in the purchase of art to be donated to Hekinan
October 9
in commemoration of their 50th anniversary. She expressed her appreciation to those who provided
donations to the auction.
s.A.v.E. Mayor Fahey reminded the public of the rally sponsored by the Madrona S.A.V.E. group on October 8 at
Rally 11:15 a. m. at the Civic Center Stadium. She said the members of S.A.V.E. are hoping Councilmembers
will attend and support their efforts. She said the public is also welcome to attend and support the efforts
. of the S.A.V.E. group to choose non - violent alternatives for conflict resolution and keep schools free of
violence.
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Mayor Fahey also reported that a citizen interested in the City's walkway program urged
Councilmembers to attend a Livable Communities Fair held at the Seattle Center on November 6 and 7.
8. COUNCIL REPORTS
udget Council President Haakenson said Mayor Fahey, staff and he are in the second week of the budget
review.
Responding to Council President Haakenson's question, Mayor Fahey advised the budget must be
presented to the Council by the last Tuesday of October. Council President Haakenson said at least two
or three Council budget workshops would be scheduled in late October or early November.
snocom & Council President Haakenson reported the SnoCom and Medic 7 boards completed their 1999 budgets
edit 7 recently. He said Edmonds' assessment for SnoCom increased from $416,000 in 1998 to $458,000 in
1999, a $42,000 or 9% increase. Edmonds' assessment for Medic 7 increased from $452,000 in 1998 to
$684,000 in 1999, a $232,000 or 51% increase. He said the increases are due to the addition of the
second full -time paramedic unit and the withdrawal of Fire District 111.
Council President Haakenson commended Officer Faiferlick for his heroic actions.
Hekinan Mayor Fahey announced the Council received a copy of the schedule of events for the Hekinan
Delegation delegation. The delegation will arrive in the City on Saturday, October 31 because they want to
participate in the celebration of Halloween in the City. A formal reception will be held on Sunday,
November 1 at 6:00 p.m. and the delegation will be introduced at the Monday, November 2 Council
meeting. She said Councilmembers were welcome to participate in the events scheduled for the
delegation and thanked Councilmember Nordquist for assisting the Sister City Commission with
planning for the delegation.
ilton Councilmember Van Hollebeke reported ' on the presentation made by Milton Creagh last Tuesday.
Creagh
Presentation Councilmember Van Hollebeke pointed out Mr. Creagh has spoken to more people in the United States
about alcohol and drug abuse than any one else. He said Mr. Creagh's presentation was shocking,
frightening, and educational. He thanked the Police Foundation and Stevens Hospital for sponsoring Mr.
Creagh's presentations. On another matter, Councilmember Van Hollebeke stated he planned to attend
the Livable Communities Conference and encouraged others to attend.
Mayor Fahey remarked that the proceeds from the Edmonds Challenge assisted in funding Mr. Creagh's
visit to the City. She expressed her appreciation to the Youth Services Bureau for making this possible.
Hekinan Councilmember Nordquist said the Edmonds delegation's arrival in Hekinan was a major event and well
Delegation attended. He urged Councilmembers to attend the events scheduled in honor of the Hekinan delegation,
noting the delegation is anxious to observe and participate in the American lifestyle.
Lake In ' response to a recent inquiry concerning Lake Ballinger, Councilmember Nordquist explained
allinger Mountlake Terrace recently closed the beach on the northeast corner but the remainder of the lake is
open for fishing, etc.
Selection Councilmember Nordquist referred to the questionnaire distributed by Human Resources Director Brent
Process for Hunter requesting input regarding the impact of directors' positions. He said a consultant was mentioned
Directors and inquired about the selection process and their experience hiring individuals in the public sector. Mr.
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Hunter explained the firm QRC is located in Edmonds and specializes in job placement. This firm
approached him approximately two months ago, initially to assist with police and fire screening. Mr.
Hunter said in view of the upcoming director positions openings, he felt this could be a new tool to be
considered. QRC's references included SnoCom and the cities of Bellevue and Bellingham and a public
utility. He explained this is a nationwide test. The Fire and Police Chiefs were not interested in using
the test; therefore, he approached Mayor Fahey to determine if the test could be used for the director
positions. He agreed the test was experimental at this time. Mayor Fahey explained there were funds in
the Human Resources budget for professional services to hire consultants for small consultant services.
She said the cost of this service is far below the threshold for bids. She felt this would be an interesting
test to determine how the information might be used as a tool in the future to add another dimension in
employee selection. She agreed the questions were vague but learned the responses to the questionnaire
are combined to develop a value on a particular quality.
Milton Councilmember Miller said he also attended Mr. Creagh's presentation and said he was an excellent
reagh's speaker who is able to have an impact on youth. In view of events taking place in national politics, he .
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assured citizens that Mayor Fahey and all Councilmembers have the highest integrity and he is proud to
serve with them in serving the City.
Executive Mayor Fahey adjourned the Council to Executive Session at 8:29 p.m. for approximately 20 minutes for
Session discussion of labor negotiations. She said no action was anticipated and the Council would adjourn
immediately following the Executive Session.
BARBARA Y AMAYOR/Z—�. AR A A S. FAHE id 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.
OCTOBER 6, 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 SEPTEMBER 14, 1998
(C) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 22, 1998
(D) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #25681 THROUGH #27705 FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 21, 1998,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $576,134.96. APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #25692 THROUGH #27788 FOR
THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 28, 1998, IN THE AMOUNT OF $924,198.81.
(E) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM CHARLOTTE CLARK ($117.15)
(F) REPORT ON GENERAL FUND FINANCIAL POSITION FOR THE PERIOD ENDED AUGUST 31, 1998
(G) UPDATE ON HIGHWAY 99 PROJECT
(H) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT FOR NEW QUINT LADDER TRUCK
(1) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE AN A/C RECYCLER FOR FLEET MAINTENANCE ($4,353.77)
(J) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN SNO -ISLE REGIONAL LIBRARY CONTRACT
(K) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN AN AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH WOODIHARBINGER, INC. FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AUXILIARY
GENERATOR INSTALLATION DESIGN PROJECT
(L) APPROVAL OF FINDINGS OF FACT REGARDING A CLOSED RECORD APPEAL MEETING HELD ON
SEPTEMBER 1, 1998 — APPEAL BY WESTERN WIRELESS OF THE HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION TO
DENY A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLIED FOR UNDER CITY OF EDMONDS FILE NO. CU -98 -130 FOR
A 110 -FOOT TALL WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS MONOPOLE TOWER AT 8505 BOWDOIN WAY
(Appellant/Applicant: Western Wireless / File Nos. AP -98 -128, AP- 98 -26, CU -97 -130, and ADB -97 -129)
(M) PROPOSED ORDINANCE RELATING TO CONTRACTING INDEBTEDNESS; APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING THE REFINANCING OF A FIRE TRUCK ACQUIRED UNDER A LEASE WITH OPTION TO
PURCHASE AGREEMENT; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF A LADDER FIRE
TRUCK PURSUANT TO A LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT; AND APPOINTING AN
ESCROW AGENT AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN ESCROW AGREEMENT
(N) PROPOSED ORDINANCE VACATING A SLOPE EASEMENT DESCRIBED IN AUDITOR'S FILE NO.
78905090295 AND STREET VACATION FILE ST -98 -74
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(0) PROPOSED ORDINANCE REZONING A PORTION OF THE EXISTING CHASE LAKE ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL SITE LOCATED ON 84TH AVENUE WEST FROM SINGLE- FAMILY (RS -8) TO PUBLIC (P),
REZONING AN ADJACENT PARCEL LOCATED AT 8315 - 216TH STREET SW FROM SINGLE - FAMILY
(RS -8) TO PUBLIC (P) IN ORDER TO IMPLEMENT THE PROVISIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
LAND DESIGNATION FOR THE SITE, AND PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT OF THE ZONING MAP (File No.
R -98 -127)
(P) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED OCTOBER 5, 1998 FOR ALDER STREET SEWER LINE IMPROVEMENTS
3. (10 Min.) PRESENTATION OF FUND - RAISING DONATION TO THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
4. (15 Min.) COMMENDATION OF HEROISM FOR POLICE OFFICER RUSS FAIFERLICK
5. THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC HEARING HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY,
NOVEMBER 17,1998:
PUBLIC HEARING - REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF THE PLANNING BOARD RECOMMENDATION ON
AN APPLICATION BY EDMONDS SCHOOL DISTRICT TO REZONE THE FORMER EDMONDS - WOODWAY
HIGH SCHOOL SITE LOCATED AT 23200 100TH AVENUE WEST FROM THE CURRENT "SINGLE- FAMILY"
DESIGNATION ON APPROXIMATELY THE EASTERN TWO- THIRDS OF THE SITE, AND "OPEN SPACE -
OS" ON APPROXIMATELY THE WESTERN ONE -THIRD OF THE SITE, TO "PUBLIC - P" IN ORDER TO
FULLY IMPLEMENT THE EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FOR THE
SCHOOL SITE. (File No. R -98 -128)
6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS (3 Minute Limit Per Person)
7. (5 Min.) MAYOR'S REPORT
8. (15 Min.) COUNCIL REPORT
Parking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities.
Contact the City Clerk at (425) 771 -0245 with 24 hours advance notice for special accommodations.
The Council Agenda appears on Chambers Cable, Channel 32.
Delayed telecast of this meeting appears the following lf'ednesday, Friday and Alonday at noon on Channel 32.