08/17/1999 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
AUGUST 17, 1999
Following a Special Meeting at 6:30 p.m. for an Executive Session regarding a real estate matter, the
Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:20 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Miller in the Library
Plaza Room, 650 Main Street. The meeting was opened with the flag salute..
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Thomas A. Miller, Mayor Pro Tem
Dick Van Hollebeke, Council President Pro Tem
Gary Haakenson, Councilmember
Dave Earling, Councilmember
John Nordquist, Councilmember
Michael Plunkett, Councilmember
Jim White, Councilmember
ABSENT
Barbara Fahey, Mayor
STAFF PRESENT
Robin Hickok, Police Chief
John Westfall, Fire Marshal
Ray Miller, Development Services Director
Peggy Hetzler, Administrative Services Director
Rob Chave, Planning Manager
Noel Miller, Public Works Director
Arvilla Ohlde, Parks and Recreation Director
Stephen Koho, Wastewater Treatment Plant Mgr
Brent Hunter, Human Resources Director
Frances Chapin, Cultural Program Coordinator
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
Mayor Pro Tem Miller apologized for the delayed start of the Council meeting due to the Executive
Session. He advised Mayor Fahey was out of town at a National League of Cities meeting followed by a
vacation.
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, FOR APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED.
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM . VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT, FOR APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED. The igenda items approved areas follows:
(A) ROLL CALL
pprove (B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF AUGUST 3, 1999
Minutes
(C)
Claim APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #34172 THROUGH #35173 FOR THE WEEK OF
pp AUGUST 2, 1999, . IN THE AMOUNT OF $867,189.32. APPROVAL OF CLAIM
Warrants WARRANTS #34984 THROUGH #35319 FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 9, 1999, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $418,827.09. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #25553 THROUGH
#25742 FOR THE PERIOD JULY 16 THROUGH JULY 31,1999i IN THE AMOUNT OF
$396,109.13
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(D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM JERRY LJUNGGREN
($317.11)
(E) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR LIQUID CHLORINE FOR THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, YOST POOL, AND OTHER AGENCIES
(F) AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS TO PURCHASE A 48" ROTARY LAWN
MOWER WITH GRASS CATCHER LIFT SYSTEM FOR THE CEMETERY
(G) AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS TO PURCHASE A SNOW PLOW WITH
A V -BOX SANDER FOR THE STREET DIVISION
(H) AUTHORIZATION FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT TO ACQUIRE FEDERAL SURPLUS
EQUIPMENT
(I) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR PARKING
STALLS AT "OLD PUBLIC WORKS" SITE
(J) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH
ARTISTS FOR PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX TO EXTEND COMPLETION DATE
(K) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN SUPPLEMENT TO LEASE NO. 30092
WITH BURLINGTON NORTHERN SANTA FE RAILROAD FOR CONSTRUCTION
AND MAINTENANCE OF FENCES ALONG SUNSET AND OCEAN AVENUES
(L) AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN NOTICE OF INTENTION TO COMMENCE
ANNEXATION PROCEEDINGS - SUNDQUIST ANNEXATION (FOR FIRE STATION
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 23009 - 88TH AVENUE WEST)
(M) RESOLUTION NO. 958 COMMENDING COUNCIL PRESIDENT GARY HAAKENSON
PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION AND PLAQUE TO COUNCILMEMBER GARY
HAAKENSON FOR SERVICE AS COUNCIL PRESIDENT
Mayor Pro Tern Miller explained Councilmember Haakenson served on the Council for the past four .
years and as Council President for the past 19 months. He relinquished his position as Council President
on August 3 in accordance with an unwritten policy that no Councilmember shall be Council President
while a candidate for office. Mayor Pro Tem Miller read Resolution No. 958 thanking Gary Haakenson
for his service to the City Council as Council President and presented a plaque to him recognizing his
service to the Council.
Councilmember Haakenson thanked the Council for the Resolution and plaque and said it was his
pleasure to serve as Council President. He said the Council, an overworked and underpaid body, has the
best interest of the City at heart.
4. PUBLIC HEARING AND AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH
ARTIST SELECTED BY PUBLIC ART JURY FOR HEKINAN. JAPAN ANNIVERSARY PUBLIC
ART PROJECT
Cultural Program Coordinator Frances Chapin explained in 1998 the Sister City Commission developed
the concept of locating a piece of public art outside the new City Hall being constructed in Edmonds'
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Sister City, Hekinan, Japan to commemorate their 501 anniversary and to honor the sister city
relationship. She said Hekinan presented Edmonds a stone lantern on Edmonds' 1001 anniversary, which
is on display in Centennial Plaza. In order to fund the proposed anniversary art project, a private /public
partnership was created. The budget for the artwork is $15,000; $5,000 from private contributions and
$10,000 was allocated by City Council from the General Fund. Earlier this year the Council passed
Resolution 948 stating it is in the best interest of the City to promote goodwill, tourism and trade
between the City and Hekinan and approving the public art project.
The Sister City Commission, the Edmonds Art Commission and staff were asked to facilitate the art
selection process following the guidelines of public art ordinances. Following Council's approval of the
call for artists' prospectus in February 1999, nine applications were received. The members of the public
art selection jury, Councilmember Nordquist (City Council), Edwina Baxter (Art Commission),
Lawrence Cretin (Sister City Commission), Steve Waite (general public), and Fred Wong (Seattle Arts
Museum), selected three applicants to develop specific proposals for the site in front of the new Hekinan
City Hall. On July 15, 1999, the three artists presented their proposals at a public meeting. Following
the meeting, the jury selected Steve Jensen's proposal for an abstract aluminum sculpture of a crane. The
jury's recommendation was approved by the Sister City Commission and the Arts Commission. The Arts
Commission recommends the Council authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with the artist, Steve
Jensen. Ms. Chapin explained the finished piece will be fabricated here and shipped to Japan. The City
of Hekinan will prepare the concrete base and install the piece according to the artist's specifications in
spring 2000.
Ms. Chapin explained Mr. Jensen is a well -known northwest regional artist who works in both wood and
metal and has exhibited in galleries throughout the region. In 1997, he was selected as the Seattle artist,
designated by the Seattle Arts Commission and has public art sited throughout North America from .
Alaska to Florida. Mr. Jensen described his background and said the proposed art piece is an abstract
image of a crane as a symbol in Japan of good luck and long life. He displayed a small model of the art
piece, noting the finished piece would be 10 feet in height with a concrete seating area at the base. He
said it is hoped the sculpture will become a landmark, a place to meet and have photos taken: Ms..
Chapin displayed -a photograph of the Hekinan City Hall, explaining the art piece will be located in an
entry plaza on the street in front of the City Hall.
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke commented the proposed artwork was very beautiful and
inquired about the concrete base. Mr. Jensen answered the mold for the concrete base would be made
here, shipped to Japan, and poured on site. Ms Chapin added that the finish on the proposed sculpture
has a water /wave pattern. Mr. Jensen pointed out the reflective quality of the finish.
Mayor Pro Tern Miller opened the public participation portion of the hearing. Hearing no comment, he
closed the public portion of the hearing..
Councilmember Nordquist thanked those who participated in the selection process.. He commented that
the crane is a very important bird in Japanese culture.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
HAAKENSON, TO AUTHORIZE MAYOR FAHEY OR HER DESIGNEE TO SIGN A
CONTRACT WITH STEVE JENSEN FOR PUBLIC ART TO BE PRESENTED TO HEKINAN,
JAPAN FOR THEIR ANNIVERSARY. MOTION CARRIED.
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5. PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE IMPOSING A MORATORIUM UPON THE
tdoor Safe
Consumer ENFORCEMENT OF ECDC 16.45.030(A). 16.50.030(A), AND 16.60.030(A) UNDER CERTAIN
mmercial CIRCUMSTANCES AND ADOPTING INTERIM ZONING CONTROLS RELATING TO THE
°F OUTDOOR SALE -OF CONSUMER COMMERCIAL GOODS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN
THE SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE; AND PROVIDING FOR EXPIRATION UPON A
CERTAIN DATE
Planning Manager Rob Chave explained at the August 3 Council meeting, when discussing other issues
regarding downtown activity, the Council was informed that a strict reading of the existing Community
Development Code would not allow outdoor display of merchandise.. In light of that fact and the
common practice of businesses having outdoor displays, the Council directed the Planning Board to
review this issue and, in an effort not to create a hardship for businesses in the interim, enact a
moratorium on enforcement. He explained the ordinance conditions placed on outdoor displays. Staff
feels a six -month period will be adequate to review the issue and provide a recommendation.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller opened the public participation portion of the hearing.
Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, Edmonds, said this action is a reaction to a complaint submitted to
the City. He said the ordinance has provided protection for him because his residence is located across
the street from a local business in the BN zone (his home is in a residential zone) and all commercial
activities are required to be indoors other than gas sales. He feared outdoor activities would create a.
"junky" atmosphere, which he objected to when outdoor activities are adjacent to a residential zone.
Since an emergency does not exist and since it is recommended the City take six months to review the
problem, he felt the City was moving ahead too fast without researching why the present regulations
exist. He said a suggestion was made at a recent Council Committee meeting that_ staff determine why
the ordinance was adopted initially. He recommended the staff determine how outdoor displays would
not be detrimental and how a nuisance is created. He questioned what constituted a nuisance and what
the nuisance parameters are. He recommended the City discuss these issues prior to adopting a
moratorium.
Hearing no further comment, Mayor Pro Tem. Miller closed the public participation portion of the
hearing.
City Attorney Scott Snyder explained a nuisance under Washington State law requires a physical
invasion of another property by light, fumes, dust, etc. In the context of this ordinance a shop owner
displaying goods adjacent to his property in the public right -of -way or on his/her property that does not
create fumes, light, dust, etc. would not constitute a nuisance under Washington State law.
Mayor Pro Tern Miller remanded the issue to Council for action.
Council President Pro Tern Van Hollebeke stated this issue has been discussed for several months. He
pointed out this is a six month moratorium to allow discussion of the issue with the community. He did
not anticipate Edmonds would become a "junky" area and said most other vibrant communities have
outdoor displays.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 3271 AND DIRECT THE
PLANNING BOARD TO STUDY THE ISSUE. MOTION CARRIED. THE ORDINANCE
ADOPTED IS AS FOLLOWS:
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AN ORDINANCE IMPOSING A MORATORIUM UPON THE ENFORCEMENT OF ECDC
Outdoor Saale le
16.45.030(A), 16.50.030(A), AND 16.60.030(A) UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES AND
No. ADOPTING INTERIM ZONING CONTROLS RELATING TO THE OUTDOOR SALE OF
(Consumer CONSUMER COMMERCIAL GOODS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL
ommercial BECOME EFFECTIVE; AND PROVIDING FOR EXPIRATION UPON A CERTAIN DATE.
Goods
6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
encingon Teresa Verhey, 19115 Ocean Avenue, Edmonds, said she has been instrumental in delaying the
cean & installation of fencing on Ocean Avenue and Sunset Avenue because she was vehemently opposed to
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fencing that is counter to what Edmonds stands for. However, as a result of a recent court decision, the
fencing will be installed. She referred to the lease with Burlington Northern that was approved on the
Consent Agenda and said the lease is unclear regarding who neighbors complained to if the City did not
maintain the area around the fencing. She felt the tubular steel fencing was not appropriate for the small
town feel of Edmonds and said the fencing would make the areas appear more institutional. She said due
to the amount of time that has passed since this issue was introduced, many residents have forgotten
about it. However, she anticipated a lot of negative input from the community would occur once the
fencing is installed. She recommended the Council consider an alternative to the tubular steel fencing.
oodway I Sheila Nelson, 10619 240 " Place, SW, Edmonds, spoke regarding the Woodway Highlands
Meadows development and the strips of property that it was recently discovered belong to Snohomish County. She
Area said Snohomish County may turn the property over'to Edmonds who will determine how the property is
to be used. She said through research of Snohomish County's records, residents learned the proposed fire
lane access was not recorded as a fire lane although it was always assumed it was. The only use stated
for the land is as a utility corridor. As an adjacent property owner, she requested the City carefully
deliberate over its use and continue to allow public input regarding the use including consideration of the
adjacent property owners' concerns to result in a fair decision. She stressed she did not want public
access in this area and that development of the road may create drainage issues.
City Attorney Scott Snyder said the City's acceptance of Snohomish County's deed will be on the
Council's agenda. As there are two strips of land, staffs recommendation will be to 1) refer one for
consideration as part of the City's street program, and 2) refer the other to the Comprehensive Plan
process for the purpose of designating the use of the property which includes a public hearing at the
Planning Board and a recommendation to the City Council.
Councilmember Haakenson asked if conditions could be placed on the land at the time of acceptance
from Snohomish County. Mr. Snyder answered the Council would accept the property and could
designate limitations on the use of the property pending a final determination on the use.
Councilmember Haakenson asked if the Council acceptance in fee has been scheduled yet. City Clerk
Sandy Chase answered no. Mr. Snyder advised staffs intent was to have the acceptance on the Consent
Agenda with a recommendation to include it in the Comprehensive Plan process. Councilmember
Haakenson recommended the acceptance of the property be scheduled as a discussion item rather than a
Consent Agenda item.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller asked if Ms. Nelson and her neighbors would be notified of the Comprehensive
Plan hearings. Mr. Snyder answered they would be notified the same as any other citizen although the
Council could direct staff to provide additional notification.
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°away Kevin Clarke, 23924 107" Place W, Edmonds, said he met with Snohomish County on Monday to sign
adows papers to acquire the west 20 feet of property. Snohomish County planned to meet with Assistant City
ea Engineer Don Fiene to discuss the fact that the surveyor of the plat where Mr. Clarke's home is located
recommended his lot be held for three years for drainage as an open retention pond if the drainage
system failed. That letter was dated December 1978, the plat was approved mid -1979 and his house was
built in 1981. Mr. Clarke hoped staff will address the issue of flooding, recognizing there have been
efforts to do so. He recalled the City vacated a portion of an access right -of -way on 237' for the creation
of a drainfield. Since the portion behind his house has never been used as a public right -of -way and has
not provided emergency access to Woodway Meadows, he requested the City vacate that portion to be
used to fix drainage of Woodway Meadows and drainage of his backyard. He offered to provide
documentation that the 20 -foot portion has never been used for vehicular or emergency access. He urged
the City to allow residents to explain how the property has been used over the past 20 years.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller asked Mr. Snyder to address the issue of vacation. Mr. Snyder explained Mr.
Clarke and his neighbors have the right to file an application requesting vacation as soon as the Council
accepts ownership of the property. He explained whoever owns these strips of land owes the City $50.41
in taxes.
Outdoor Sale Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, Edmonds, continued his discussion regarding the moratorium
of Consumer
Commercial regarding the outdoor sale of consumer commercial goods and asked the City Attorney to indicate if
Goods 1) aesthetics and noise constitute a nuisance, 2) the number of people it requires to have action taken on
an issue, and 3) whether displays can be signs or pictures of goods for sale inside the building. On
another matter, he expressed concern with an unfair practice by some candidates who are displaying
outsized signs. He requested staff publicly define the election rules as well as the enforcement process.
He requested these signs be eliminated immediately as they are unfair to other candidates.
Campaign
signs I City Clerk Sandy Chase advised as a result of several calls her office has received regarding campaign
signs, a letter was sent to all candidates informing them of the requirements in the Community
Development Code regarding sign size and placement as well as the section in the RCW indicating signs
cannot be posted on telephone poles or PUD poles. She said candidates were asked to immediately
remove oversized signs with a deadline of August 24. She planned to work with code enforcement to
ensure the signs are removed if the candidates do not remove them by August 24.
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke recalled candidates for Council must identify the Council
position on their signs but he had not seen this on any signs. Mr. Snyder said the rules changed
dramatically following a City of Tacoma case a few years ago. The City can have reasonable restrictions
on size, ensure the signs are not traffic hazards and remove them if they become litter but the City has no
regulatory ability over sign content. Councilmember White recalled the Public Disclosure Commission
eliminated the requirement to include the position number on the signs.
7. REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
inane I Finance Committee
ommittee Councilmember Earling explained (1 ) City Engineer Jim Walker was asked to identify p otential overlay,
bikeway, and walkway projects that could be accomplished in the event the Council chose to use part of
the projected ending cash balance for 1999 to catch up on road maintenance projects. This issue will be
presented to the Council for discussion at the September 7 meeting. (2) Administrative Services Director
Peggy Hetzler provided a report on the Information Technology Study. The committee recommended
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the update be provided to the full Council with a request to contract with the consultant for the second
phase. (3) The hiring of a Computer Support Technician was discussed and the committee agreed with
the recommendation to approve the position provided that if approved, the position would not be filled
until after the results of the I -695 election are known. (4) Ms. Hetzler presented the proposed budget
calendar for 2000 and it was recommended a 30- minute presentation regarding I -695 be scheduled on the
August 25 Council agenda as well as a 30- minute discussion regarding the budget approach with
examples of cost centers that may be affected by the passage of I -695. The committee also asked staff to
present a variety of potential new revenue sources at the September Committee meeting.
Community/ Community Services/Development Services Committee
Development Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke advised the committee discussed (1) permit time frames,
Services permit renewals and fees and staff was directed to have the City Attorney draft the required ordinance
ommittee
and schedule this item for a future Council Consent Agenda. (2) A Consumer Confidence Report for
Drinking Water Quality was presented which staff plans to mail to all Edmonds postal customers by the
end of September 1999. (3) An update on the mid - waterfront walkway project was provided by Parks
and Recreation Director Arvilla Ohlde. (4) The committee continued its discussion regarding amending
driveway and curb cut requirements. Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke explained the intent is
not to eliminate parking stalls by more curb cuts; however, the language of the ordinance appears to
mandate that businesses with alley access use that access exclusively. This issue has not yet been
resolved and the committee requested staff to provide further information for discussion at next month's
committee meeting.
Public Safety public Safety
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Councilmember White advised the committee discussed (1) federal surplus equipment available to fire
departments at no cost. As the equipment becomes available on short notice, the committee
recommended a blanket authorization to obtain surplus equipment be placed on the Consent Agenda. (2)
A discussion regarding authorization to advertise for bids to replace two Fire Department staff vans was
combined with an update to Fleet Replacement "B Fund" Plan for Fire Department staff vehicles. The
committee recommended authorization to advertise for bids to replace the two Fire Department staff
vans be placed on the Council Agenda for discussion. (3) The committee discussed the tow and hold
legislation that allows municipalities to hold vehicles seized during certain types of traffic stops. Staff
advised 600 -700 vehicles would qualify under this legislation which leads to the issue of how to store the
vehicles. This issue will continue to be discussed in the future.
Ord. No. 3272 8. ORDINANCE NO. 3272 AMENDING THE 1999 BUDGET AS A RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED
Amend 1999 TRANSFERS AND EXPENDITURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS
Budget
Administrative Services Director Peggy Hetzler advised this is primarily a housekeeping requirement.
Since the beginning of the year, the Council has authorized several changes to the 1999 adopted budget
and staff has compiled other items that require Council approval as budget amendments. State law
requires an ordinance be adopted whenever moneys are transferred from one fund to another; it has been
Edmonds' practice to consolidate these actions into one mid -year and one year -end adjustment rather
than multiple ordinances throughout the year. She said the ordinance represents a total appropriation
request of $1,892,710. Of this amount, $985,000 is payment of Treatment Plant charges due to the City
of Lynnwood, $275,000 is related to labor contract settlements and $129,000 is related to the Fire
Department Command Response unit. She recommended the Council adopt the proposed ordinance.
Mr. Snyder advised although a public hearing is not required on this issue, the public must be provided
an opportunity to comment.
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Councilmember Plunkett pointed out although this is an extensive list, they are items that have been
discussed by Council Committee and/or Council and, when appropriate, had public hearing, and are not
just items that the Council is just now making a decision to fund. Ms. Hetzler agreed this is a
compilation of actions the Council has taken since the beginning of the year.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller invited the public to comment. Hearing no comment, he closed the public
comment portion.
COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO
TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 3272. MOTION CARRIED. THE
ORDINANCE APPROVED IS AS FOLLOWS:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 3237 AS A RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED
TRANSFERS AND EXPENDITURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE
SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE.
ear 2000 1 9. REPORT ON YEAR 2000 ISSUES
Issues
Administrative Services Director Peggy Hetzler said her report would focus on testing efforts on the
City's computer systems, Public Works and Public Safety technology. She said the City's mission critical
information system including hardware and software are recent technology and have been the focus of
staff interest for several years. To date, upgrades from primary software vendors have been installed to
accommodate Y2K and the City has received written assurances from vendors of the systems'
compliance. In addition to assurances, the City's Information Technology Manager has performed tests
on PCs, system servers and routers to ensure these systems will be operational. The financial system's
various modules have also been tested to determine they will recognize the year 2000 and reports
produced on a test basis indicate the upgrade is operational.
Ms. Hetzler referred to a memo from Public Works Director Noel Miller outlining Y2K efforts in the
Public Works Department. According to Mr. Miller, the most critical equipment utilizing electronic
technology includes traffic signal controls, the water supply monitoring systems, and the wastewater
pump station. The staff electrician has verified the signal controllers as well as the traffic signal
interconnect system that coordinates signal timing on Hwy. 99 are not date dependent and should be
unaffected by Y2K. Testing efforts on the newly installed water and sewer utility monitoring system
demonstrated this system will continue to function uninterrupted into 2000. Other contingency efforts
underway by Public Works include filling water reservoirs completely, maintaining sufficient fuel
supplies, providing emergency generators, and increasing staffing as needed.
In Public Safety, the Police and Fire Departments continue to work with SnoCom and other area public
safety agencies in testing equipment and developing contingency plans. The Fire Department's engines
and aid units have been tested by the department's mechanic who deemed them to be Y2K compliant.
The Police Department's mobile data terminals, mainframe simulator and dispatch capability have either
been determined to be compliant or are being investigated by SnoCom.
Ms. Hetzler reiterated the City's ability to mitigate Y2K `impacts is limited in a large part to internal
systems. Staff has contacted Snohomish Public Utility District, Puget Sound Energy, the City of 'Everett,
and the City of Seattle to determine Y2K efforts are underway by these suppliers of vital utility services.
Regarding public awareness, she explained information is available on family Y2K preparedness efforts
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via local service agencies and various websites. She indicated the packet included a workbook entitled,
"Family Y2K Readiness Guide," which contains checklists and other information that may be useful in
developing an approach to this issue. The workbook has been made available to Department Directors
for dissemination to staff members. This information is available from Cracolici & Associates free of
charge by contacting the Administrative Services Department.
Councilmember Haakenson asked if plans are being established for increased staffing on December 31,
1999. Ms. Hetzler answered the Police Department has made plans and Public Works will await
information from Australia regarding any problems. No other formal plans are in place regarding
staffing levels although it is being analyzed. Public Works Director Noel Miller explained technology is
similar in New Zealand and Australia whose time is 16 hours ahead. Staff will listen to the news to
determine if other parts of the world experience problems with the year 2000. If reports indicate
problems are occurring, response will be heightened. If problems do not occur, particularly with
electrical supply, the alert will be stepped down. If problems do occur, sufficient advance notice will be
provided to allow as many staff members as necessary to be available to provide the necessary services.
formation 10. DISCUSSION ON PHASE I OF THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STUDY AND
Technology RECOMMENDATION TO PROCEED WITH PHASE II
Study
Administrative Services Director Peggy Hetzler advised in April 1999, the Council authorized a limited
scope study of the City's current computer systems. This study was defined as Phase I of a proposed
two -phase approach to developing a long -range technology plan for the City. Phase I is now
substantially complete. The consultant, John Elliott, Elliott Consulting, worked with City Department
Directors and operating personnel to evaluate the City's hardware and software systems and observe the
current business process. Staff was relieved to learn the City's hardware infrastructure and network
environment is basically reliable and forms a fairly solid basis for the City to build upon. The consultant
prepared three options for consideration in determining the future operating and infrastructure direction,
1) a minimalistic approach to technology, basically the status quo, 2) a best fit approach that adds a
greater degree of security and stability to the City's current infrastructure, and 3) a highly sophisticated
and complex operating environment. Option 2 is the consultant's recommendation and the option
supported by Mayor Fahey and Department Directors. The primary cost differential between the status
quo system and implementing Option 2 recommendations consists of three components, 1) upgrading
PCs to the latest release of Microsoft Windows and Office 2000, 2) conversion from NetWare to an NT
network, and 3) the phase -in of technology staff positions over a five year period. The consultant's next
recommendations included replacement of several of the City's existing software programs. The City's
financial system was identified as a priority software (and has been budgeted for replacement this year),
as well as the permitting system and the Parks and Recreation registration system. The cost to purchase
and implement these systems ranges from $300,000 to $500,000, depending on the software selected and
the number of additional servers that will be required. The 1999 budget included $300,000 for the
replacement of the financial system.
Ms. Hetzler advised the City is now ready to move forward with Phase 11 that will complete the system
architecture, service delivery organization structure, and implementation plan component. This study
can be performed by Elliott Consulting at a cost of $15,000 and can be funded via unanticipated 1999
revenues. Concurrent with this study staff can proceed with developing requests for proposals for the
financial, permitting, and Parks and Recreation registration software systems. She advised this
information was presented to the Human Resources and Finance Committees last week. Both
recommended proceeding to the full Council. She requested the Council, 1) approve Option 2 as the
City's infrastructure strategic direction, 2) authorize Mayor Fahey to contract with Elliott Consulting for
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Phase II at a cost of $15,000, and 3) authorize staff to proceed with the RFP process for the financial,
permitting, and Parks and Recreation registration system. At the conclusion of the RFP ' evaluation
process, firm cost estimates will be available for incorporation into the 2000 budget process.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
HAAKENSON, TO PROCEED WITH 1) APPROVAL OF OPTION 2 AS THE CITY'S
INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGIC DIRECTION, 2) AUTHORIZE MAYOR FAHEY TO
CONTRACT WITH ELLIOTT CONSULTING FOR PHASE H AT A COST OF $15,000, AND 3)
AUTHORIZE STAFF TO PROCEED WITH THE RFP PROCESS FOR THE FINANCIAL,
PERMITTING, AND PARKS AND RECREATION REGISTRATION SYSTEM. MOTION
CARRIED.
Computer 11. REQUEST FOR CREATION OF POSITION - COMPUTER SUPPORT TECHNICIAN POSITION.
Support
Technician SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION OF $15,000 FOR 1999 BUDGET IMPACT
Position
Administrative Services Director Peggy Hetzler said in 1997 a comprehensive study of the City's
organizational, planning and staffing requirements was completed by Ewing and Company. Two
specific recommendations were made regarding information technology in order to allow the City to
maximize its use of technology, 1) development of a Citywide technology plan, and 2) creation of an
additional technology position. She said John Elliott, Elliott Consulting, who conducted Phase 1 of the
Technology Plan, concurs with the Ewing study recommendation for an additional computer technician
to supplement the City's existing one staff person. She explained the City's 161 PCs are maintained by
one hardworking staff person who is also responsible for the City's numerous software programs,
network administration, hardware, troubleshooting, Internet applications, website maintenance, and all
the City's technology needs. Mr. Elliott's experience with similar size cities using similar computer
systems indicates the appropriate staffing level would be 2 -3 full -time employees. Staff has informally
surveyed other cities and found staffing levels as high as 7 FTE. The packet includes a proposed job
description for the computer support technician and the Human Resources Department proposes a range
of NE 11 - $3,412 - $3,896 per month.
Ms. Hetzler advised this information was presented to the Human Resources Committee and the Finance
Committee. The Finance Committee recommends the position not be filled on a full -time basis until the
results of the I -695 election are known. She said due to the need to have this position filled to prepare
for the move to the Public Safety complex and to prepare for the RFP process, an alternative would be to
approve the appropriation of $15,000 with the understanding staff would seek contract help through the
end of the year until the results of I -695 are known.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM
VAN HOLLEBEKE, TO APPROVE THE COMPUTER SUPPORT TECHNICIAN POSITION
WITH THE STIPULATION THE PROCESS FOR HIRING A FULL -TIME EMPLOYEE WOULD
NOT MOVE FORWARD UNTIL AFTER THE VOTE ON INITIATIVE 695. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Pro Tern Miller declared a brief recess.
F,-)mmunity 12. DISCUSSION ON COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR POSITION I ASSISTANT TO THE
Services I MAYOR
irector /
to Mayo
°n Human Resources Director Brent Hunter said Mayor Fahey requested this item be presented to the
Council, as the Community Service Director position is currently vacant. Mayor Fahey requested
Council direction from the Human Resources Committee, regarding this position including whether the
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position ,should be filled as it currently exists or if consideration should be given to hiring an Assistant to
the Mayor as recommended in the City's long range Human Resources Plan. The packet includes the job
description for the Community Services ' Director and the Assistant to the Mayor, the salary levels for
both positions, and the available funds remaining this year.
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke asked for clarification of the Human Resources Plan
recommendation regarding this position. Mr. Hunter said the plan recommended phasing out the
Community Services Director position and hiring an Assistant to the Mayor. This would be a high level
position, reporting directly to the Mayor, a supervisory level position with all Department Directors other
than Finance and Human Resources reporting through the Assistant to the Mayor. Other tasks assigned
to this position would be to assist the Mayor with economic development issues, handle strategic/long
range planning, assist with policy development, and oversee the City's technology.
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke asked Mr. Hunter to address the differences between the
Community Services Director's salary and-the recommended range for the Assistant to the Mayor's
position. Mr. Hunter explained the current range for the Community Services Director is a minimum of
$71,000 up to a maximum of $92,400. The Assistant to the Mayor, which was recommended in the
Human Resources Plan, has a recommended minimum of $76,000 up to a maximum of $97,000. He said
there is currently $19,230 remaining in this salary line this year. .
Councilmember Nordquist said the presentation provided to the Human Resources Committee was
regarding the Community Services Director position. The Assistant to the Mayor position was presented
at the meeting but was not available for previous review by the committee members. Councilmember
Nordquist recalled the discussion at the Human Resources Committee included which positions served at
the pleasure of the Mayor. Mr. Hunter referred to a memo indicating the Community Services Director
position is an at -will position. The memo also indicated the Assistant to the Mayor position is not an at-
will position or at the pleasure of the Mayor because it has not yet been adopted. Councilmember
Nordquist stressed the Human Resources Committee only briefly discussed the Assistant to the Mayor
position and hoped there would be more opportunity to discuss the Human Resources Study.
Councilmember Plunkett said Mayor Fahey urged the Human Resources Committee to present this issue
to the Council as she felt the Community Services Director vacancy needed to be filled in some way.
Although he understood the Assistant to the Mayor was in the Human Resources Study and that the jobs,
duties and responsibilities need to be filled, either by a Community Services Director or an Assistant to
the Mayor, he reminded the City only went to a full -time mayor eight years ago (this was later corrected
to reflect that it was 16 years ago that a full -time mayor was established) followed by the addition of a
full -time secretary and an additional part-time secretary. Although the responsibilities are nearly the
same for an Assistant to the Mayor and the Community Services Director, he was concerned with the
perception that the Mayor needs a full -time administrative assistant was not a perception the Mayor's
Office or the City needed nor was it a perception he was willing to support. He did not support a full -
time Mayor, a full -time secretary, a half -time secretary and a full -time administrator who could be paid
up to $97,000.
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke pointed out the Assistant to the Mayor was part of the Human
Resources Study and does not create more cost to the City, it is only a realignment of duties. He said the
City is in a unique position due to the vacant Community Services Director position, creating the
opportunity to shift to a different job description/classification. He pointed out in the years cited by
Councilmember Plunkett, the City has grown a great deal in population and duties /responsibilities. He
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pointed out the long list of pending projects and projects underway that the Community Services
Director is responsible for and felt the Council would be "penny wise and pound foolish" if the job was
not filled soon. He recognized the importance of the City being fiscally responsible with regard to I -695,
which may have profound impacts on the City.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE HUMAN
RESOURCES DEPARTMENT TO START ADVERTISING FOR THE ASSISTANT TO THE
MAYOR POSITION BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 15 AND NOT TO FILL THE POSITION UNTIL
THE OUTCOME OF I -695 IS KNOWN. THE APPROVAL OF THE INDIVIDUAL SELECTED
WOULD BE SUBJECT TO THE MAYOR - ELECT'S APPROVAL.
MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
Councilmember Haakenson said the Community Services Director position needed to be filled,
regardless of the position title. He said not filling a staff director position places an undue hardship on
staff.
Councilmember Plunkett said his intent was not to leave the position open due to the number of
duties /obligations this position must fulfill. He recommended the City advertise to fill the Community
Services Director position. He asked if the Council could hire a Community Services Director in spite of
the recommendation in the Human Resources Plan. Mr. Hunter answered yes, but the Mayor was
seeking direction regarding whether the Council wished to proceed with implementation of the Human
Resources Plan via an Assistant to the Mayor.
COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST,
TO BEGIN APPROPRIATE ADVERTISING TO FILL THE COMMUNITY SERVICES
DIRECTOR POSITION.
Councilmember Nordquist inquired about the differences between the Community Services Director job
description in the packet and the job description for the previous Community Services Director. Mr.
Hunter answered the job description in the packet is the same as the former Community Service
Director's job description. The description was modified late in 1998 when Parks and Recreation, Public
Works, and Development Services were split off.
Councilmember Haakenson asked Mr. Hunter to explain the intent of the Human Resources Study with
regard to the Community Services Director position. Mr. Hunter said the direction of the Human
Resources Plan was to move toward strengthening the administration due to the Mayor's desire for more
continuity, which could be provided by a professional at that level. The consultant recommended the
Assistant to the Mayor position be established and the Community Services Director position be phased
out.
At the time the Human Resources Study was conducted, the Community Services Director position was a
very large responsibility including overseeing Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Planning,
Engineering, Treatment Plant -- most departments in the City other than Finance, Police and Fire. As
departments were split off according to the Human Resources Plan, it narrowed the scope of the
Community Services. position. The next step would be to establish the Assistant to the Mayor position to
create the supervisory level position, which would take some of the burden off the Mayor. If the
Community Services Director position is filled as it now exists, it would be to oversee the projects on the
list but does not provide the Mayor the assistance the Human Resources Plan called for.
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Councilmember Haakenson asked if the current job description for the Community Services Director was
greatly reduced from two years ago. Mr. Hunter answered yes, it,was greatly reduced. Councilmember
Haakenson asked if the salary had been greatly reduced. Mr. Hunter said the salary was not modified
when the job description was modified because it was viewed as a transitional period.
In view of the recommendation in the Human Resources Study and because the salary had not been
reduced for a greatly reduced job description, Councilmember Haakenson did not support advertising to
fill the Community Services Director position.
Councilmember Plunkett asked if the Community Services Director worked at the pleasure /direction of
the Mayor. Mr. Hunter answered yes. Councilmember Plunkett asked if a future Mayor could make full
use of this position and/or determine if the position should continue. Mr. Hunter said all directors serve
at the pleasure of the Mayor and she could make a determination regarding any of the director positions.
Councilmember Plunkett suggested the present Mayor or a future Mayor could consider the obligations
of the Community Services Director and make a recommendation regarding whether the salary for that
position should be reduced or the position changed in some way.
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke spoke in opposition to the proposed motion as he viewed it as
a regressive move and said it would be bad management to hire a director with the possible intent of
eliminating that position in the future. He said the Human Resources Study was well thought out,
discussed over many months, and has been gradually phased in over a two year period.
Councilmember Nordquist observed when the job description was reduced, the salary was not reduced.
He asked if the Council could establish a lower salary. City Attorney Scott Snyder answered this
position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement, therefore, it is a salary established by the I
annual salary ordinance which can be amended at any time.
COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT WITHDREW HIS MOTION WITH THE AGREEMENT OF'
THE SECOND, TO ALLOW FURTHER STUDY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE.
Councilmember Earling expressed concern that this had the potential of becoming a political issue,
particularly for the Mayor's race. Due to the City's size, there is a need for an additional leader for the
City to assist the Mayor, regardless of the title. He said much of the issue was with the perception,
noting the Mayor can direct the Community Services Director to do things that are not in his/her job
description as long as they are agreeable to that individual. He corrected it has been 16 years since a
full -time mayor was established, noting the Mayor's Office has grown over time. He reiterated he did
not want this to become a politically charged issue but the position needs to be filled. He suggested the
Human Resources Committee recommend an appropriate title.
Councilmember White said this issue has been under consideration for a year. He observed it appears to
be nearly a City Manager position and would provide continuity due to the potential for a change in
administration every four years. He said the Assistant to the Mayor, regardless of the title, made more
sense than hiring another director. He said the job description was appropriate and favored filling the
position.
Mayor Pro Tern Miller advised he would work with the Chair of the Human Resources Committee to
have this issue placed on an upcoming agenda.
13. MAYOR'S REPORT
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Mayor Pro Tem Miller thanked the audience and the Council for their indulgence with him serving as
Mayor Pro Tem for the firs time.
14. COUNCIL REPORTS
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke commended Mayor Pro Tem Miller for his duties as Mayor
Pro Tem.
we �� Councilmember Nordquist advised the City Clerk's office received an award at the AWC Conference for
for Records the records management program they developed. He pointed out that Dia Bock, City Records
anagement Coordinator, deserves recognition for this program. The format is in demand from other agencies
throughout the nation. City Clerk Sandy Chase advised they also won an international award from the
International Institute of Municipal Clerks for the records management program, which will be presented
at Council in September.
Councilmember Plunkett thanked Mayor Pro Tem Miller for functioning as Mayor Pro Tem and Council
President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke for functioning as Council President Pro Tem.
nd Water Councilmember White reported on the ceremony at Olympic Beach that he and Council President Pro
onservation Tem Van Hollebeke attended where Congressman Jay Inslee kayaked from Meadowdale Beach to
Funds
several area beaches: Congressman Inslee's effort was to promote community awareness of federal Land
Water Conservation Funds that are derived from moneys paid by off -shore oil drilling to the federal
government who has historically appropriated the funds 50% to local acquisition of park land and 50% to
federal acquisition. Over the past several years, the federal government has re- directed those funds to
bring local appropriation to zero. Councilmember White said those funds were used to acquire Brackett's
Landing North, Olympic Beach, and the fishing pier. He said the south congressional delegation
supports re- appropriation but the north and east congressional delegation do not. He encouraged citizens
to write to Senators Gorton and Murray.
15. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LABOR NEGOTIATIONS AND A LEGAL MATTER
zecutive
ession
At 9:20 p.m., Mayor Pro Tem Miller recessed the Council to Executive Session for approximately 20
minutes for discussion regarding labor negotiations and a legal matter. He advised the Council would
adjourn immediately following the Executive Session:
BARBARA S. FAHEY, MAYOR
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SANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK
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AGENDA
LL EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
PLAZA MEETING ROOM - LIBRARY BUILDING
650 MAIN STREET
7:00 -10:00 P.M.
AUGUST 17, 1999
SPECIAL MEETING
6:30 P.M. - EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING A REAL ESTATE MATTER
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 AUGUST 3, 1999
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #34172 THROUGH #35173 FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 2, 1999,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $867,189.32. APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #34984 THROUGH #35319
FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 9, 1999, IN THE AMOUNT OF $418,827.09. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL
WARRANTS #25553 THROUGH #25742 FOR THE PERIOD JULY 16 THROUGH JULY 31, 1999, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $396,109.13.
(D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM JERRY LJUNGGREN ($317.11)
(E) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR LIQUID CHLORINE FOR THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT, YOST POOL, AND OTHER AGENCIES
(F) AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS TO PURCHASE A 48" ROTARY LAWN MOWER WITH
GRASS CATCHER LIFT SYSTEM FOR THE CEMETERY
(G) AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS TO PURCHASE A SNOW PLOW WITH A V -BOX SANDER
FOR THE STREET DIVISION
(H) AUTHORIZATION FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT TO ACQUIRE FEDERAL SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
(1) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR PARKING STALLS AT "OLD
PUBLIC WORKS" SITE
(J) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH ARTISTS FOR PUBLIC
SAFETY COMPLEX TO EXTEND COMPLETION DATE
(K) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN SUPPLEMENT TO LEASE NO. 30092 WITH BURLINGTON
NORTHERN SANTA FE RAILROAD FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF FENCES ALONG
SUNSET AND OCEAN AVENUES
(L) AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN NOTICE OF INTENTION TO COMMENCE ANNEXATION PROCEEDINGS -
SUNDQUIST ANNEXATION (FOR FIRE STATION PROPERTY LOCATED AT 23009 - 88TH AVENUE
WEST)
(M) PROPOSED RESOLUTION COMMENDING COUNCIL PRESIDENT GARY HAAKENSON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
AUGUST 17, 1999
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3. (10 Min.) PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION AND PLAQUE TO COUNCILMEMBER GARY HAAKENSON FOR
SERVICE AS COUNCIL PRESIDENT
4. (20 Min.) PUBLIC HEARING AND AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH ARTIST
SELECTED BY PUBLIC ART JURY FOR HEKINAN, JAPAN ANNIVERSARY PUBLIC ART PROJECT
5. (15 Min.) PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE IMPOSING A MORATORIUM UPON THE
ENFORCEMENT OF ECDC 16.45.030(A), 16.50.030(A), AND 16.60.030(A) UNDER CERTAIN
CIRCUMSTANCES AND ADOPTING INTERIM ZONING CONTROLS RELATING TO THE OUTDOOR
SALE OF CONSUMER COMMERCIAL GOODS; AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL
BECOME EFFECTIVE; AND PROVIDING FOR EXPIRATION UPON A CERTAIN DATE
6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS (3 Minute Limit Per Person)
7. (15 Min.) REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
8. '(5 Min.) PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1999 BUDGET AS A RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED
TRANSFERS AND EXPENDITURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS
9. (15 Min.) REPORT ON YEAR 2000 ISSUES
10. (15 Min.) DISCUSSION ON PHASE I OF THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STUDY AND RECOMMENDATION.
TO PROCEED WITH PHASE II
11. (15 Min.) REQUEST FOR CREATION OF POSITION — COMPUTER SUPPORT TECHNICIAN POSITION.
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION OF $15,000 FOR 1999 BUDGET IMPACT.
12. (15 Min.) DISCUSSION ON COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR POSITION / ASSISTANT TO THE MAYOR
13. (5 Min.) MAYOR'S REPORT
14. (15 Min.) COUNCIL REPORTS
15. (20 Min.) EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LABOR NEGOTIATIONS AND A LEGAL MATTER
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7otice for special accommodations. The Council Agenda appears on Chambers Cable, Channel 32 or 46 Delayed telecast of this
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