02/16/1988 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO
MARCH 1, 1988 APPROVAL
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
FEBRUARY 16, 1988
The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Larry
Naughten at the Library Plaza Room, 650 Main St, Edmonds.
PRESENT
Larry Naughten, Mayor
Steve Dwyer, Council President
Laura Hall
Roger Hertrich
Jo -Anne Jaech
Bill Kasper
John Nordquist
Jack Wilson
Martha Dubick, Student Rep.
STAFF
Mary Lou.Block, Planning Div. Mgr.
Art Housler, Admin. Svc. Director
Bob Alberts, City Engineer
Jack Weinz, Fire Chief
Bobby Mills, Public Works Supt.
Peter Hahn, Comm. Svc. Director
Robin Hickock, Asst. Police Chief
Chris Beckman, Engineering Coord.
Dan Prinz, Police Chief
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Jackie Parrett, City Clerk
Margaret Richards, Recorder
Council President Dwyer arrived a few minutes late and did not vote on the Consent Agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA
Item (E) was removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL -
MEMBER KASP.ER, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Hall
did not vote on Item (B) because she was not present at the February 9 meeting. The approved
items on the Consent Agenda include the following:
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 9, 1988
�) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED FEBRUARY 9, 1988 FOR PINE ST. PLAYFIELD FENCING AND BACKSTOP, AND
AWARD OF CONTRACT TO CITY WIDE .FENCE CO. ($9,713.64, INCLUDING SALES TAX)
(D) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2656 AMENDING EDMONDS CITY CODE 10.15.090 RELATING TO FILLING OF
C Q 5eA, cc_Q VACANCIES FOR CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES, TO PROVIDE FOR RULE OF THREE FOR PROMOTIONAL
POLICE VACANCIES
(F) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 670 APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WHICH CREATED
THE WASHINGTON CITIES INSURANCE POOL
PROPOSED ORDINANCE INCREASING SEWER RATES ITEM (E) ON THE CONSENT AGENDA]
Councilmember Jaech inquired if the interest on the debt service for the secondary wastewater
treatment plant has been factored into the proposed rates. Community Services. Director Peter
Hahn replied affirmatively.
COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO APPROVE PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2657.
MOTION CARRIED.
AUDIENCE
Mayor Naughten opened the audience portion of the meeting.
Natalie Shippen, 1022 Euclid, requested the Council to reconsider their recent decision regarding
the request of the jazz group, the Soundsations, to partially fund their trip to Japan. She
1�noted that the Soundations plan to include Hekinan on their tour. She said the City established
a sister city relationship with Hekinan, Japan, and she felt that a visit from the Sounsations
would help promote that relationship.
Councilmember Hertrich inquired if a funding source was available to help subsidize the trip.
Mayor Naughten said monies from the Tourism Fund could be utilized for that purpose. Councilmem-
ber Hertrich said he was in favor of supporting their request.
Councilmember Kasper said he was absent from the meeting when the discussion took place and was
surprised to learn that the request was rejected. He said the Sounsations would be making a
special trip to Hekinan, the City's sister city, and was in favor of subsidizing their trip.
Councilmember Wilson was also in favor of subsidizing the Sounsation's trip. He noted that the
City will realize economic benefits from the cultural.exchange.
Mayor Naughten said he would.discuss the issue with Council President Dwyer and Tom Nielson.
Steve Bodnar, 18000 - 67th Ave., W., Lynnwood, Principal of College Place Elementary School, ex-
pressed concern regarding the Council's decision to not utilize UAB funds for traffic revisions
at 76th and 208th St. Mayor Naughten noted that that issue was scheduled for a hearing on March
^ G 15. He suggested that Mr. Bodnar voice his concerns during that proceeding.
vV° Karl Niggol, 809 Walnut Street, inquired why the Engineering Department has proposed to install
corner parks on street corners. He said the parks will restrict the turning radius. Mr. Niggol
suggested that planter boxes be installed, rather than corner parks, so that the roadway is not
narrowed.
Mayor Naughten closed the audience portion of the meeting.
PRESENTATION BY PUGET SOUND COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS OF SR 99 TRAFFIC STUDY AND ADOPTION OF
�(S RECOMMENDATION
P 5 F_ During the 1987 work program, the Puget Sound Council of Governments (PSCOG) conducted the South
dyb Snohomish SR 99 Corridor Study. Throughout the year, Staff has worked with PSCOG staff on the
5 Snohomish SRC Advisory Committee to provide local input to the long-range evaluation of traffic
along this corridor. The objectives of the study have been shared with area business interests
back in July through Mayor Naughten's involvement in the Highway 99 Economic Development Task
Force.
Staff's recommendation is to consider adoption of the resolution endorsing the South Snohomish SR
99 Corridor Study recommendations.
Rob Bernstein, PSCOG, reported that the South Snohomish SR 99 Corridor Study was undertaken as
part of the Snohomish Subregional Council's FY 87 Transportation Planning Program and was funded
jointly by the PSCOG, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), Snohomish Coun-
ty, and Community Transit. The study was undertaken by PSCOG staff in cooperation with the
staffs of WSDOT, Snohomish County, Community Transit, and the cities of Lynnwood and Edmonds. The
primary purpose of the Study was to identify the improvements needed to serve future traffic on
SR 99. The study included an in-depth analysis of future (year 2000) daily and peak hour travel
patterns and traffic conditions, as well as the evaluation of a wide range of roadway and traffic
control improvement alternatives.
Mr. Bernstein said in conjunction with the greater Lynnwood/I-5 Transportation Study, the SR 99
Study analyzed two population and employment growth scenarios for the Lynnwood/Alderwood/SR 99
area in order to determine the extent to which the need for road improvements is dependent on the
amount of growth experienced in the area. In addition, two Transportation Systems Management
scenarios were analyzed in order to determine whether or not increased transit usage and car-pool-
ing might reduce or eliminate the need for road improvements. The conclusion of that portion of
the study was that the differences between the peak hour traffic volumes forecasted for the two
population/employment scenarios and for the two transit/car-pooling scenarios would not be large
enough to affect the need for road improvements on SR 99.
Mr. Bernstein said the next phase of the SR 99 Study included analyses of traffic accident data
and year 2000 daily and evening peak hour traffic volumes on SR 99 and major cross arterials.
Based on those analyses, alternative SR 99 improvements were developed, analyzed, and evaluated.
After completion of the analytical work, the Study Advisory Committee identified a set of needed
SR 99 improvements. The Committee also developed and endorsed a set of recommendations, which
not only identified the preferred alternatives but also the next steps in the process leading
toward construction of the needed improvements. The first of these steps is the endorsement of
the SR 99 recommendations by the Lynnwood City Council, Edmonds City Council, Snohomish County
Council, Community Transit Board, Mountlake Terrace City Council, Snohomish Subregional Council,
and the Washington State Transportation Commission.
Mr. Bernstein noted that present day traffic volumes on SR 99 range from 30,000 to 40,000 per
day, but future volumes are anticipated to range from 40,000 to 50,000 per day. Daily traffic
volumes at intersections are anticipated to increase from between 40,000 to 50,000 to 50,000 to
60,000, with the exception of the intersection of SR 99 and 196th, which will increase from ap-
proximately 71,000 to 849000. Mr. Bernstein noted that that intersection has one of the highest
traffic volumes in the State.
Mr. Bernstein said traffic congestion at various intersections along SR 99 can be mitigated by
making improvements at grade without building any overpasses or other major structures. He said
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overpasses or underpasses were not considered at 220th and SR 99 because traffic is evenly split
on 212th and 220th going to the freeway. He said an overpass on 220th would increase traffic on
neighborhood streets to the west of Highway 99. Mr. Bernstein said an overpass is being consid-
ered at SR 99 and 196th because the roadway cannot be widened at grade.
Mr. Bernstein reviewed the South Snohomish SR 99 Corridor Study recommendations as follows: 1)
the Lynnwood City Council, Edmonds City Council, Snohomish County Council, Community Transit
Board, Mountlake Terrace City Council, and the Snohomish Subregional Council should officially
endorse the South Snohomish SR 99 Corridor Study recommendations and forward those recommenda-
tions to the State; 2) the State Transportation Plan, Regional Transportation Plan, and all other
relevant plans should be amended to include a grade separation at 196th/SR 99 and a full six -lane
section with a raised median and turn bays through the study area. The Plans should also specify
that the outside lane in each direction should be used exclusively for transit, right turns, and
acceleration/deceleration at driveways and side streets; 3) an SR 99 Task Force should be estab-
lished to develop an SR 99 Improvement Program which would be based on the South Snohomish SR 99
Corridor Study and would include conceptual designs for specific projects, e.g., SR 99 widening,
transit/HOV lanes, intersection improvements, 196th grade separation, and raised median; 4) the
PSCOG, through the Snohomish Subregional Council and in cooperation with WSDOT, Snohomish
County, the cities of Lynnwood, Edmonds, and Mountlake Terrace, Community Transit, and the busi-
ness community should develop an action plan for the SR 99 Improvement Program that comprises an
implementation element and a financial element.
Mayor Naughten inquired how improvements would be funded. Mr. Bernstein said he believed the
State would subsidize the costs. He suggested that other sources of funding be identified as
well. Mayor Naughten said he was hopeful that the Task Force that was formed in the recent past
will be utilized for the SR 99 Improvement Program, focusing particularly on turning lanes and
medians. Mr. Bernstein said medians are installed only in instances when traffic is a detri-
ment to businesses. He said, however, if medians are properly designed, they can be a benefit to
the economic development and vitality of businesses.
Councilmember Nordquist inquired if the concerns of local merchants have been discussed with
local Planning Boards. Mr. Berstein said an Advisory Committee comprised of staff from local
agencies, as well as the State DOT, made the decisions involved in the Study. Councilmember
Nordquist inquired if other jurisdictions, besides the ones identified, i.e., King County, will
be involved in proposed improvements. Mr. Bernstein said King County does not intend to become
involved in the improvements at the present time, even though it recognizes a need for them.
Councilmember Nordquist said he could not support the construction of an outside lane exclusively
for transit because it would confuse drivers and adversely impact the economy of businesses along
Highway 99. He suggested that provisions be included for east/west traffic. Mr. Bernstein
reminded Councilmember Nordquist that the proposed improvements were only concepts and were sub-
ject to further consideration.
Mayor Naughten suggested that the recommendations be submitted to the Task Force for review on
March 1, 1988 and then reconsidered by the Council on March 7.
Councilmember Hall inquired if consideration was given to installing medians in the middle of the .
road so busses can utilize the inside lane so that traffic will not be diverted from businesses.
Mr. Bernstein noted that that configuration would not be as effective because busses make stops
along the side of the road. He said the intricacies of the conceptual plan were not discussed
but were intended to be reviewed in the next phase.
Councilmember Kasper expressed concern that the study did not consider traffic west of SR 99 to
76th St. Mr. Bernstein said that issue will be reviewed in the next phase.
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO CONTINUE THE DISCUSSION TO MARCH
7, 1988. MOTION CARRIED.
PRESENTATION ON COUNTY SOLID WASTE PLAN, ADOPTION OF SNOHOMISH COUNTY MOTION OF CONCURRENCE, AND
Community Services Director Peter Hahn reported that Chapter 70 in the Revised Code of Washington
allows cities and towns the option of relegating to the County authority for preparing the Solid
Waste Comprehensive Plan. The delegation of this authority is implemented through Motions of
Concurrence or similar agreements. Mr. Hahn said the Plan itself cannot bind the City to any
specific actions. For example, the Plan could not force Edmonds to commit its solid waste for an
incinerator or to institute a full recycling program.
Mr. Hahn said it is Staff's recommendation to adopt the Interlocal Agreement and provide Staff
with an indication of Council's interest in pursuing recycling options.
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Karen Argeri, County Solid Waste Division, Comprehensive Planning Division Manager, said the
solid waste disposal system has six drop box sites, three County transfer stations, and one land
fill. She noted that the tonnage has increased over the last 5 years by 62%, with a 7% increase
from 1986.to 1987. She said the projected increase over the next 20 years is approximately 6%
per year.
Ms. Argeri said the first comprehensive plan for solid waste management for Snohomish County
was developed in 1974 and was updated for adoption by all of the jurisdictions in April 1982.
Mr. Argeri said the Comprehensive Plan will include the following activities: a physical,
economic, and environmental review of the County will be conducted as it affects solid waste
facilities; demographic and economic data will be collected and reviewed; a waste stream analysis
will be conducted; collection of data to address the small quantity hazardous waste issue; devel-
opment of household hazardous waste management program; collect data to input into the resource
recovery project; conduct a facilities siting review; conduct a facility inventory and evalua-
tion of the current facility; discuss enforcement and administrative issues and development of
system alternatives; address the issue of recycling and recovery and landfill projects.
Ms. Argeri said it is hopeful that formation of a Cities and Towns Task Force will help to
expedite the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan. She said the Task Force will be comprised of
one representative from each of the nineteen jurisdictions in the County.
Ms. Argeri noted that the proposed Motion of Concurrence will only indicate a jurisdiction's
acceptance of the planning process and not adoption of the plan.
Ms. Argeri said a mailing list of over 1100 people has been developed to disseminate newslet-
ters and fact sheets. She noted that 16 people were interviewed. Suggested solutions for dispos-
al of solid waste included: 1) develop a recycling program, 2) composting waste production; 3)
incineration. She said all of the respondents agreed that the public is not well informed on
solid waste and needs to be educated. In addition, a brochure was printed to answer general
questions regarding solid waste management planning in the County. Also, a poster will be print-
ed that will be displayed throughout the County in public areas.
Ms. Argeri said an Ad Hoc Committee for the Hazardous Waste Management Plan was formulated.
The Committee submitted an application for a grant to the Department of Ecology.
Ms. Argeri said a regional landfill in the County has been pursued, but the Hearing Examiner
denied a conditional use permit. She noted that the application will be resubmitted in November.
Mayor Naughten inquired if recycling is a new aspect of solid waste management since the incep-
tion of the program. Tom Ferrill, Director Solid Waste Division, replied affirmatively. He
noted that the Department of Ecology and State have placed a much higher priority on recycling
and have made it a requirement of comprehensive planning. Mayor Naughten inquired if recycling
reduces the total amount of solid waste. Mr. Ferrill replied affirmatively.
Councilmember Kasper inquired what effect the elimination of burnable materials would have on the
cost of recycling and incineration. Mr. Ferri] said very little net effect would result be-
cause most recyclable products do not support the combustion process. Councilmember Kasper in-
quired if the City would be bound to specific actions of the comprehensive plan. Mr. Ferrill
replied negatively. He noted, however, if the City did not adopt the plan, the State would re-
quire Edmonds to produce its own plan. lie said there is very little potential for a landfill
within the City's limits. However, a possibility exists to form a partnership with another munic-
ipality that has a landfill. Mr. Ferrill pointed out that the Solid Waste .Division was estab-
lished as a partnership between all of the cities and towns and the County, noting that the Coun-
ty was only one municipal corporation out of all of the jurisdictions.
City Attorney Scott Snyder stated that the resolution that was drafted to implement the proposal
provides that the Council must approve the plan before it is adopted as a plan or before it is
incorporated in Snohomish counties. It also provides that the City can revoke the status by
ordinance at any time.
Councilmember Hertrich inquired about future costs. Mr. Ferrill said the planning process is
supported 100% by user fees. He said a late comer's fee may be a consideration if a city decides
to join the plan at a later date. Councilmember Hertrich inquired if the County's income would
be reduced if intense recycling was instituted. Mr. Ferrill said acceleration of the income
would be reduced. He said revenue lost because materials are diverted was not a significant fac-
tor in the financial planning of the Division. Councilmember Hertrich inquired if incineration
will be more widely utilized as the population increases. Mr. Ferrill said the County planning
process recognized resource recovery in 1974 as part of an overall comprehensive waste management
system. He said, however, the Division is not on a course with a resource recovery plan at the
present time.
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Mr. Hahn inquired if a comprehensive plan could succeed without the statutory participation of
cities and towns. Mr. Ferrill said the County has very little power in securing the success of
a comprehensive management plan and is forbidden to enter into collection of solid waste in the
unincorporated areas. Mr. Hahn inquired what percentage of the population of Snohomish County
resides in the nineteen jurisdictions. Mr. Ferrill said approximately 50% of the population
resides in the incorporated areas..
COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE 2658 AND ADOPT
THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATED INTENT OF PURSUING RECYCLING.
Councilmember Hertrich felt the Council should postpone a decision until further discussion took
place. He inquired if the.plan was subject to Council review and approval. Mr. Snyder replied
affirmatively. He noted that the ordinance included the following provisions: 1) the plan would
not become effective as the City's plan until the Council approved it, nor accepted by the County
into its plan; 2) the Council may terminate the status of the County by ordinance.
Councilmember Kasper expressed concern with pursuing recycling simultaneously with incineration.
Mr. Ferrill said a draft recycling plan has been produced and is subject to review by the Coun-
ty Council. He noted that approximately $250,000 per year is expended on recycling and 9 volun-
tary drop off stations have been established. Mr. Terrill said it would take at least 4 years
for a plant to become operational if construction commenced immediately. He said there is no
reason not to pursue both recycling and incineration because a recycling program still leaves
approximately 50% of material that is not amenable for recycling.
Mr. Hahn said an amendment to the Motion of Concurrence could include a provision stating that
recycling and waste stream reduction be given an opportunity to operate at an enhanced level and
any decision on incineration be postponed until after the program is instituted.
Councilmember Dwyer said he was pleased to give County -elected officials the opportunity to serve
the residents of Edmonds by reaching a resolution to the problem. Ile said it was appropriate
that the County be the lead agency.
MOTION CARRIED.
CONTINUED HEARING ON APPEAL OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD DECISION REGARDING 84 UNIT APARTMENT
BUILDING AT 22�7 2 0TH S.W. P-1-88/EDW RD RE1CH FROM FEBRU It 2
Glair) Councilmember Kasper said he was not present at the prior hearing but has read the minutes of
that proceeding, listened to the tapes of the meeting, and reviewed the file.
Councilmember Jaech said she spoke with an individual last week who sometimes acts as her person-
al attorney. He revealed to her that he is a tenant of ,the applicant. City Attorney Scott Sny-
der inquired if Councilmember Jaech's relationship with the tenant would impair her ability to
render an impartial decision. Councilmember Jaech replied negatively.
At Mr. Snyder's suggestion, Mayor Naughten inquired if anyone present at the hearing objected to
Councilmember Jaech's participation based upon her disclosure. No objection was noted.
Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block reported that the matter was continued from the February
2, 1988 Council meeting to allow the Council time to consider additional information that was
submitted and referred to at that meeting.
Ms. Block said additional information was not received before the deadline or before the Council
packets were mailed, but some information was received this week, possibly because of the Friday
holiday.
Councilmember Jaech noted that the Council received a copy of a letter from Richard and Phyllis
Laramy. Ms. Block noted that that letter was received on February 15. Mr. Snyder said it was
the Council's discretion whether or not to accept the letter because it was received after the
deadline for material submittals. He recommended that the traffic study and letter from William
Tsao be made available to the public, appellant, and applicant for review.
Councilmember Kasper suggested that the additional information be accepted because the City was
closed on Friday.
Edward Reich, the appellant, was not present.
Joan Moore, 7326 - 210th St., said Mr. Reich was unable to attend the hearing because his
wife was seriously injured in a fall.
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Ms. Moore said she understood the deadline for submitting information to the Council was Thurs-
day, February 11.
Councilmember Hertrich inquired if Ms. Moore encountered difficulties when accessing and egress-
ing the area near her home because of traffic congestion. Ms. Moore replied affirmatively.
Councilmember Jaech inquired if a holding tank for sewage is utilized anywhere else in the City.
Community Services Director Peter Hahn replied affirmatively. Councilmember Jaech .inquired if
problems have been encountered with those systems. Mr. Hahn replied negatively.
Councilmember Nordquist inquired where the holding tank would be located. City Engineer Bob
Alberts said he was unsure of the exact location, but it would be installed underground and on
site. Councilmember Nordquist inquired where the septic tank would be located. Mr. Alberts said
there was no septic tank. He said the holding tank was a tank that. collects the sewage and is
pumped elsewhere. Mr. Hahn added that the holding tank may be utilized for only a short period
of time because the improvements on Highway 99 may be completed before the apartment is completed.
Councilmember Hertrich said the project, as proposed, should not be approved because the proposed
road improvements do not adequately address the traffic problems that the project will create.
He said 72nd should be completed so that residents of the area can utilize that road to avoid
traffic congestion at other intersections. Mr. Hahn said road improvements are made as part of a
development requirement of abutting properties, noting that it would be unusual to improve a road
that is a full block away rather than the road on which the project actually abuts. Mr. Alberts
noted that a free right turn can be made at any one of the arterials. He said 74th is proposed
to be improved because peak hour traffic will occur during the evening hours and traffic will
travel from 212th to 74th.
Cathy Mason, 209th & 74th, expressed concern regarding the safety of neighborhood children,
as well -as the preservation of wildlife. She said there is a greenbelt across the street that
various species of wildlife inhabit. She suggested that the animals be relocated if the
greenbelt is destroyed.
Ms. Mason said there were already numerous apartment complexes in the immediate vicinity. She
said she was opposed to the construction of another one.
William Tsao, 2201 - 6th Ave., Seattle, representing the applicant, said the City and the appli-
cant retained traffic consultants to study the traffic issues in the immediate vicinity of the
proposed project. He said the mitigating conditions that were specified were a direct result of
those studies. Mr. Tsao added that the area has been zoned multi -family residential for many
years, and people who choose to reside in multi -family units should not be discriminated against
by single-family residents.
Ms. Moore said the traffic study was conducted subsequent to the environmental checklist, noting
that information contained in the checklist was erroneous.
Councilmember Wilson expressed concern that the project, when completed, will be aesthetically
unappealing. He inquired what means existed whereby Staff could insure that the project is con-
structed as approved. Ms. Block said performance bonds are required to be posted for all improve-
ments and are held until the improvements are satisfactorily completed. She said a maintenance
bond is also required that is retained for two years. Mr. Hahn said in addition, an occupancy
permit will not be issued if the project is not constructed according to the plans as approved.
Councilmember Jaech inquired if Staff reviewed the environmental checklist to determine which
items may be incorrect, as alluded to by Ms. Moore. Ms. Block said the only issue that needed to
be checked was the soil type, which was checked last week and determined to be the type as indi-
cated. She noted that the project was redesigned, at the Architectural Design Board's request
(ADB), to construct five buildings, rather than the proposed three, but with the same number of
units.
Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the hearing.
Councilmember Dwyer noted that the project was redesigned at the direction of the ADB and ade-
quately addressed the aesthetic concerns of the Board. He said the traffic study adequately
addressed traffic issues that were raised. Councilmember Dwyer added that no issue has been
raised in connection with the SEPA review or is contained in the record that would justify an out-
right denial of the proposed project. Councilmember Hall concurred.
COUNCILMEM13ER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH, TO DENY THE APPEAL OF THE ARCHITEC-
TURAL DESIGN BOARD REGARDING THE 84 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING AT 7227 - 7397 210TIl ST. S.W.
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COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH MOVED TO AMEND THE MOTION TO REVISE THE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS FROM 74TH ST.
TO 72ND ST. MOTION FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
THE MAIN MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH OPPOSED.
Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block reported that the new State regulations have
effect regarding wood stove emissions. The Planning Board has reviewed the issue over
year and has recommended that the City go on record supporting the efforts of the Puget
Pollution Control Agency (PSAPCA) in controlling wood stove emissions.
gone into
the past
Sound Air
Ms. Block noted that a copy of the Planning Board recommendation, the minutes from the Board
meetings, a letter from Naydene Maykut, and a proposed City resolution supporting PSAPCA
were included in the Council packets.
Ms. Block said it is Staff's recommendation to adopt the Planning Board's recommendation and pass
the proposed resolution.
Naydene Maykut, PSAPCA, said the problems posed by wood stove emissions occur all over the
State but must be controlled on a local level. She said many pollutants created from wood smoke
are inhaled and lodged in our lungs. The health effects are acute, chronic, and carcinogenic.
She said studies have revealed that children raised in homes with wood stoves have increased
respiratory illnesses compared to children raised in homes without wood stoves. Carcinogens
found in wood smoke are more potent as cancer -causing agents than carcinogens found in ciga-
rette smoke.
Ms. Maykut said relative pollutant emissions per heating unit for wood stoves produce 400 times
as many particulates and 1100 times as much carbon monoxide as a gas stove. She said the new
certified stoves only reduce those pollutants by 50%. Ms. Maykut noted that a degradation of
the air quality in Washington State is largely attributable to wood stove emissions.
Ms. Maykut said a monitoring device revealed that the concentration levels of wood stove pollu-
tants in Edmonds exceed acceptable levels and fall below minimum health standards, and the air
quality in Lake Forest Park falls far below the air quality of the Duwamish industrial area,
once thought to be the most polluted area in all four counties.
Councilmember Kasper inquired about the level of pollution caused by fireplaces in comparison
with wood stoves. Ms. Maykut said a fireplace is not as polluting as a wood stove because the
fire is oxygenated more. She said, however, a fireplace is more polluting than gas or oil heat.
Ms. Maykut reviewed the following strategies to mitigate the effects of wood burning stoves: 1)
establish an advisory committee to implement regulations; 2) institute a public education pro-
gram; 3) establish State-wide emission standards 4) opacity limitations; 5) regulate the type of
burning material that can be utilized; 6) curtail the use of wood stoves during air stagnation
and low wind speeds (no -burn days).
Councilmember Hertrich inquired about the effect of pellets. Ms. Maykut said although pellets
burn cleaner than wood as far as particulates are concerned, they produce more products of incom-
plete combustion and produce more carcinogens.
Ms. Maykut said a cooperative program must be established to: 1) identify mandatory curtail-
ment days; 2) transmit information to the media; 3) assist local governments in setting up con-
trol rograms; 4) enforce mandatory curtailment; 5) limit the number of wood stoves per building;
and J prohibit construction of homes with wood burning devices as a sole source of heat.
Councilmember Wilson inquired how significantly the air quality would be affected if the proposed
resolution was adopted and enforced. Ms. Maykut said concentrations could be reduced signifi-
cantly below the minimum acceptable health standards for increased air quality.
Robin Lichter, 918 Sea Vista Place, spoke in support of the proposed resolution. She requested
the City to participate in enforcement of regulations because she did not believe all citizens
would comply.
Walter Moss, 8011.Talbot Road, said there have been many nights when he was unable to open his
bedroom .window because of the level of pollution. He said the pollutants have caused a severe
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respiratory illness in his wife and interferes with her sleep. He encouraged the Council to
enforce the State laws prohibiting wood smoke.
Joan Swift, 18520 Sound View Place, said the air quality is progressively getting worse in her
neighborhood. She said she wakes up with bleeding sinuses and has not gone for a walk outside
for several months. She said she bought an exercycle so she can exercise indoors. Ms. Swift
urged the Council to support the proposed resolution. She suggested that a "clean air day" be
proclaimed to educate the public on the hazards of air pollutants.
Jordan. Mills, 21810 - 76th Ave. W., physician, said he has observed an increase in respiratory
problems of patients since the advent of the wood stove.
Dr. Miller pointed out one cannot escape pollutants by remaining indoors because the air quality
indoors is almost as contaminated as the air quality outdoors.
Dr. Miller submitted information to the City Clerk (marked Exhibits 1 and 2) that was circulated
by the Department of Ecology which indicated that 80 to 90% of air pollution in residential areas
results from wood stove emissions; annual emissions from woodstoves in PSAPCA's four county
areas are the equivalent of 375 times the emissions of one garbage incinerator. Dr. Miller added
that information also reveals that 67% of children exposed to wood smoke cough severely at night
compared to 3% of children who are not exposed to wood stoves. He said exposure to wood stove
smoke can be equated with smoking up to 14 cigarettes a day.
Donna Larson, President of Citizens Against Wood Stove Fumes, P.O. Box 27405, Seattle, pointed
out that education of health risks was only a beginning in the battle of pollutants caused by
wood stove emissions. She said the air pollution control agencies in the State do not have funds
available to assist with enforcement of the proposed regulations. She said local agencies must
provide that enforcement.
Ms. Larson said State-wide pollution levels caused by wood stoves and inserts exceed that of all
industrial pollution and emission.
Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the meeting.
COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDgUIST, TO ADOPT THE PLANNING BOARD'S
RECOMMENDATION REGARDING WOOD STOVE EMISSIONS; INSTITUTE AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE
CITIZENS TO COOPERATE IN THE WOOD STOVE EMISSION PROGRAM; DEVELOP A FAIR AND WORKABLE METHOD OF
ENFORCEMENT; ADOPT PROPOSED RESOLUTION 671. MOTION CARRIED.
e v'�✓ HEARING ON PROPOSED TRAFFIC SIGNAL NEEDS IN CITY OF EDMONDS
The Council scheduled a public hearing on February 16, 1988 to receive input regarding traffic
signal needs throughout the City. Included in the Council packets was a copy of the approved
signal section of the 1988-1994 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The purpose of the TIP
is to identify projects in which State or federal funding is sought, to allow public input,"and
provide regional coordination through the Puget Sound Council of Governments (PSCOG).
The priority rating is established by anticipating when a project meets the Manual on Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), warrants, or other funding criteria and when funding may be
available. TIP, therefore, is used both as a planning and funding tool. The MUTCD manual is
required to be adopted by all cities and is the guide for identifying present and future needs.
The manual does not encourage the proliferation of signals. The manual establishes thresholds on
traffic volumes and accident history which must be met before any federal or State funds can be
used for the installation of a signal system.
Mayor Naughten opened the public portion of the hearing.
Steve Bodnar, 18000 - 67th Ave. W., Lynnwood, Principal. of College Place Elementary School,
expressed concern regarding the Council's decision to not utilize UAB grant funds for traffic
revisions at 76th and 208th St. and future road improvements. He said because a majority of
the children walk to school, it was imperative that every opportunity is taken advantage of to
insure the safety of those children. He said the installation of a traffic signal at 76th and
208th would provide safety, as well as aid in traffic circulation.
Mayor Naughten noted that a hearing to review funding options for 209th Street UAB project was
scheduled on March 15, 1988.
Gail Cardwell, 8301 - 203rd P1. S.W., representing the PTA and parents of children who
attend College Place Elementary School, spoke in favor of a traffic signal at 76th and 209th.
She said a majority of the children walk to school. She said a traffic light would provide safe-
ty for those children.
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Ms. Cardwell submitted a petition. to the. Clerk (marked. Exhibit 1) signed by the parents in
support of signalization.
Charlotte Johnson, 2.0415 - 80th Ave. W., said she works as a crossing guard in the morning for
College Place Elementary School. She said the street adjacent to the school is extremely danger-
ous because drivers do not observe the 20 mph speed limit or stop at the crosswalk. She said
the installation of a traffic signal was imperative in order to insure the safety of the children.
Rob Morrison, 250 Beach Place, submitted a letter, petition, and a drawing (marked Exhibits 2, 3,
and 4 respectively) to the City Clerk.
Mr. Morrison said he had a signed petition from residents. He said there is inadequate lighting
and traffic controls at the intersection of Dayton Street and Railroad Avenue. Residents have
suggested that lights, stop signs, and a three-way blinker be installed to provide safety for
pedestrians.
Bob Ramborger, 20512 - 80th Ave. W., said his children are students at College Place Elementary
and Junior High Schools. He expressed concern regarding the safety of the children who walk to
school because he said traffic conditions are hazardous. Mr. Ramborger was in favor of a traf-
fic signal at the intersection.
Steve Larson, 116 Smith St., Seattle, Risk Manager for Edmonds School District, presented informa-
tion to the Council in support of signalization at the following intersections as prioritized
by the District: 1) 100th & 234th, 2) 208th & 76th W., 3) 80th & .196th, 4) 220th & 9th Ave.
W.
Mr. Larson said he felt participation in UAB funding to install a traffic signal at 208th &
76th was an excellent opportunity to improve safety conditions.
Mayor Naughten adjourned the meeting at 10:10 p.m. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY 000N-
CILMEMBER KASPER, TO EXTEND THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED.
Jeff Palmer, 17510 - 76th Ave. W., urged the Council to approach traffic improvements throughout
the City by first taking intermediate steps to mitigate conditions and then analyze the efficacy
of those improvements rather than delving into full-blown signalization.
Frank Green, 1136 - 9th Ave. S., was opposed to signalization at 220th. lie said the existing
four-way stop signs at adjacent intersections work very well.
Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the hearing.
Mayor Naughten reminded the public that a hearing to review the funding options for the 208th
St. UAB project is scheduled on March 15, 1988.
HEARIN.G ON TRAFFIC CONTROL PROPOSALS FOR 9TH AVE. S. BETWEEN MAIN ST. AND EDMONDS WAY
City Engineer Bob Alberts reported that on December 15, 1988, Staff presented recommended traffic
system modifications on 9th Ave. S., between Edmonds Way.and Main Street. The Council approved a
four-way stop at Walnut St. and 9th Ave. S. and scheduled a public hearing for January 19, 1988
to receive public input on the remainder of the recommended changes. Exhibits A through E that
were included in the Council packets indicated the proposed modifications and changes by the
Council. The modifications include a low-cost signal system at 220th St. S.W. and 9th Ave. S.
The Traffic Safety Committee felt a signal would provide a more efficient and safer operation
than a four-way stop would.
Mr. Alberts said it is the recommendation of Staff to approve the modification, as shown on Exhib-
its A through E, and authorize $20,000 from Fund 112 for a fixed -time signal at 220th St. S.W.
and 9th Ave. S.
Mr. Alberts reviewed the proposed modifications with the Council.
Councilmember Jaech inquired why a four-way stop would not work at 9th Ave. S. and 220th St.
S.W. Mr. Alberts said a four-way stop may work.
Councilmember Hertrich inquired about the cost of channelization without signals. Mr. Alberts
said the only cost would be striping if buttons were not installed.
Councilmember Hertrich expressed concern that a free right turn to go north would be hindered at
the 220th leg when cars stack up on 220th and that visibility would be obstructed because of a
telephone pole and rockery. He inquired if Staff considered improvement of that intersection
rather than installing signalization.
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Page 9 FEBRUARY 16, 1988
Councilmember Wilson inquired how many parking stalls are proposed to be eliminated on 9th Ave-
nue. Mr. Alberts said approximately 10.
Mayor Naughten opened the public portion of the hearing.
Matt Renaldi, 855 Dayton, expressed concern regarding modification at the intersection of Day-
ton Street. He said he exits his driveway approximately 100 feet north of Dayton onto 9th Ave-
nue. Under the proposal, he would have to traverse four lanes of traffic to access 9th Avenue.
Mr. Renaldi also expressed concern that modifications to Dayton Street would only compound
traffic congestion and traffic hazards. He suggested that Dayton Street not be reconfigured
because he said a traffic problem does not exist on that road. Ile said providing a right turn
lane on 9th Avenue would not accomplish anything. Mr. Renaldi was in favor of a right turn
lane from Dayton to Main Street..
Karl Niggol, 809 Walnut Street, said he did not believe that a stop sign was necessary at 6th
and Walnut.
Randy Beauchamp, 1013 - 9th Ave. S., said traffic exceeds the speed limit on 9th Ave. S. He
inquired what the proposed modifications would accomplish. He said he could not voice an opinion
with respect to the modifications because he was unsure how they would affect traffic and Staff
did not provide any data on that issue.
Charles Schultz, 22328 - 100th Ave. W., said he was also unsure what the proposed modifications
would accomplish and he questioned their efficacy.
Gordon Friang, 99.09 - 225th P1. S.W., said none of the residents of adjacent cul-de-sacs
received notification of the hearing.
Mr. Friang said the proposed modifications on 9th Avenue will make access to 225th P1. S.W.
even more difficult than it is at the present time.
Mr. Friang requested that residents who live on the adjacent cul-de-sacs be notified if the
hearing is continued.
Chester Curtis, 860 Alder St., said he did not receive notification of the hearing. He said if
9th Avenue is developed into a major arterial, it may devalue property or make it subject to
rezone in the future.
Mr. Alberts explained that notice of the hearing was sent to addresses on 9th Avenue that were
obtained from the billing department. fie apologized for omitting residents of the cul-de-sacs.
Mr. Renaldi said he did not receive notification of the hearing, either.
Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the hearing.
Councilmember Jaech said she did not feel widening various sections of 9th Avenue was necessary.
She suggested that a four-way stop be installed at 220th, rather than a light, and be monitored
to assess its efficacy.
In light of testimony presented, Councilmember Hertrich suggested that the traffic issues be
reviewed by Staff and another hearing scheduled.
Councilmember Hall questioned if Staff checked into the warrants of each of the intersections to
ascertain if the proposed modifications were warranted. She suggested: 1) that the Planning
Department review the 208th. St. intersection, and 2) that a four-way stop be installed on 9th
Avenue and Walnut.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO PROCEED WITH MODIFICATIONS IN
FRONT OF ALBERTSONS AND OLSONS AND NOT IMPLEMENT OTHER MODIFICATIONS UNTIL WARRANTED. Coun-
cilmember Dwyer inquired if the motion included the modifications to 9th and Walnut. Councilmem-
ber Nordquist noted that the council had already approved that modification. MOTION CARRIED.
MAYOR
Mayor Naughten noted that Authorization to Repair Leaks on Edmonds Library Roof ($4,704) was
inadvertently left off the Consent Agenda. Community Services Director Peter Hahn said Staff
�y received three quotes and Gemini Roofing was the lowest bid. Councilmember Hertrich said he
would not approve the project until he reviewed all three bids. Mayor Naughten said Staff has
followed the bid process and the process would be held up by two weeks if the Council did not
take action. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED TO ACCEPT THE BID BY GEMINI ROOFING. THE MOTION
FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
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Page 10 FEBRUARY 16, 1988
COUNCIL
Council President Dwyer noted that discussion of the request of the Tourism Committee has been
rescheduled from March 1 to March 7 in order to reserve hearing nights for hearing items.
Council President Dwyer inquired when the Council wished to discuss the issue of nonrepresented
employees. The Council agreed to defer the discussion until March 1.
Councilmember Nordquist noted the Mayor and Staff were invited to an arbitration meeting of the
Health District.
Councilmember Nordquist said the Community Services Committee will meet next week at 6 o'clock at
the Pancake Haus.
Councilmember Kasper questioned how the City got a four -day holiday. He requested that a report
be submitted to the Council.
Councilmember Kasper said he planned to attend the DOT meeting on February 17 at 2 p.m.
Councilmember Hall noted that wine and cheese will be served at the Committee for Arts Center
grand opening on Friday, February 19 from 5 to 7 p.m, at 4001 - 198th S.W., Lynnwood.
Councilmember Hall said she planned to attend the AWC meeting tomorrow. She inquired if there
were any issues that the Council or Staff wished to impart to the legislature. Community Servic-
es Director Peter Hahn requested Councilmember Hall to support Senate and House Bill 1702.
Councilmember Jaech requested Staff to investigate the issue of church patrons on 5th and Holly
L �a parking across the street.
vj1 Councilmember Hertrich said was unable to make corrections to the minutes when the Consent Agenda
was under discussion and reviewed the following amendments: page 10, paragraph 15, "Councilme-
mber Hertrich said he made the motion to discontinue funding the fire boat because he felt the
cost to operate it should be shared by other agencies"; page 10, paragraph 17, "Councilmember
( Hertrich said the sign at the cemetery violates Code requirements because signs are intended to
identify a business and not advertise. COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
KASPER, TO INCLUDE THE AMENDMENTS TO THE MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED.
* The meeting adjourned at 11:02 p.m.
These minutes are subject to March 1, 1988.approval.
JACQUELINE G. PARRETT, City Clerk
* See Council Minutes of February 23, 1988.
LARRY S. NAUGHTEN, Mayor
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AG E NDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
PLAZA MEETING. ROOM -LIBRARY BUILDING
7:00 10:00 P.M.
FEBRUARY 16, 1988
CALL TO ORDER
FLAG SALUTE
1. CONSENT AGENDA
(A)ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 9, 1988
(C) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED FEBRUARY 9, 1988 FOR PINE ST. PLAYFIELD
FENCING AND BACKSTOP, AND AWARD OF CONTRACT TO CITY WIDE FENCE CO.
($9,713.64, INCLUDING SALES TAX)
(D) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2656 AMENDING EDMONDS CITY CODE 10.15.090
RELATING TO FILLING OF VACANCIES FOR CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES,
TO PROVIDE FOR RULE OF THREE FOR PROMOTIONAL POLICE VACANCIES
(E) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2657 INCREASING SEWER RATES
(F) PROPOSED RESOLUTION 670 APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT WHICH CREATED THE WASHINGTON CITIES INSURANCE POOL
2. AUDIENCE
3. PRESENTATION BY PUGET SOUND COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS OF SR99 TRAFFIC
STUDY, AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDATION
4. PRESENTATION ON COUNTY SOLID WASTE PLAN, ADOPTION OF SNOHOMISH
COUNTY MOTION OF CONCURRENCE, AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
2658 DESIGNATING SNOHOMISH COUNTY AS SOLID WASTE PLANNING AGENCY
FOR CITY OF EDMONDS
5. CONTINUED HEARING ON APPEAL OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD DECISION
REGARDING 84-UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING AT 7227-7397 210TH S.W.
(AP-1-88/EDWARD RIECH) (FROM FEBRUARY 2)
6. HEARING ON PLANNING BOARD RECOMMENDATION REGARDING WOODSTOVE EMISSIONS
AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED RESOLUTION 671 DECLARING SUPPORT FOR REGULA-
TION OF SOLID FUEL BURNING DEVICES IN THE CITY OF EDMONDS AND DIRECTING
ESTABLISHMENT OF AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM RELATING TO THE USE OF SUCH
DEVICES
7. HEARING ON PROPOSED TRAFFIC SIGNAL NEEDS IN CITY OF EDMONDS
B. HEARING ON TRAFFIC CONTROL PROPOSALS FOR 9TH AVE. S. BETWEEN MAIN
ST. AND EDMONDS WAY
9. MAYOR
10. COUNCIL
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THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND
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