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02/23/1993 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES February 23, 1993 THESE MINUTES WERE APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON MARCH 2, 1993 The work meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Laura Hall at the Library Plaza. Room, 650 Main St., Edmonds. The meeting was preceded by a flag salute. PRESENT Laura Hall, Mayor Dave Earling, Council President Steve Dwyer, Councilmember Michael Hall, Councilmember William Kasper, Councilmember John Nordquist, Councilmember Jeff Palmer, Councilmember Tom Petruzzi, Councilmember rnNUNT AnPNnA STAFF Art Housler, Admin. Srv. Dir. Noel Miller, P.W. Superintendent Arvilla Ohlde, Parks & Rec. Mgr. Wallace Tribuzio, Asst. Pol. Chief Jim Walker, Asst. City Engineer Stacey Law, Deputy City Clerk Barb Mehlert, Recorder Items (B) and (D) were removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING_MOVED, SECOND- ED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The approved items are as follows: (A) ROLL CALL �u I (C) APPROVAL OF CLAIMS WARRANT FOR WEEKS OF FEBRUARY 8 AND FEBRUARY 16, 1993 AND PAYROLL WAR RANTS FOR FEBRUARY 20, 1993. (E) ACCEPTANCE OF INFORMAL BIDS AND AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE SEAVIEW PARK RESTROOM FIXTURES FROM BOWLES, N.W. ($3,678.15) (F) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED FEBRUARY 5, 1993 FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS FUEL TANK REMOVAL PROJECT AND AWARD OF CONTRACT TO TRECON, INC. ($17,744.80 INC. W.S.S.T.) (continued from February 16, 1993) (G) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN 1993-1994 ONGOING SOILS TESTING SERVICES WITH BOSS & MAYES TESTING ENGINEERS (H) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN 1993-1994 ONGOING SOILS TESTING SERVICES WITH HONG WEST & ASSOCIATES. (I) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE UPDATED UTILICORDER SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE FROM RADIX CORPORATION FOR WATER METER READING ($8,700.36, INC. W.S.S.T.) (continued from February 16, 1993). iVL�� r (J) ORDINANCE 2914 AMENDING MASSAGE PARLOR REGULATIONS TO CONFORM WITH STATE REVISIONS. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 16, 1993 (Item (B) on the Consent Agenda 0 ,P P� Councilmember Kasper requested that his statements, as well as Councilmember Hall's statements, be added to the Council minutes with regards to discussion on the approval of the Arts Festival Contract for 1993. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI, TO DEFER APPROV- AL OF THE MINUTES OF MARCH 16 TO MARCH 2, 1993. MOTION CARRIED. AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR PURCHASE OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT. AT MEADOWDALE COMMUNITY CLUB- HOUSE SITE Item D on the Consent Agenda Councilmember Palmer was concerned about the security of the subject area. Councilmember Palmer said as the Clubhouse does not have windows, and it is adjacent to a wooded area, he was con- cerned with the safety and well being of the children utilizing the playground equipment. Arvilla Ohlde, Parks and Recreation Manager, assured the Council that the children would always be in a supervised environment, and felt confident that there were no safety or security problems. COUN- CILMEMBER PALMER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO APPROVE ITEM (D) ON THE CONSENT AGEN- DA. MOTION CARRIED. EXECUTIVE SESSION ON LABOR NEGOTIATIONS 6 Mayor Hall said she would like the Executive Session extended five minutes so a property matter could be discussed. Councilmembers concurred. At 7:04 p.m., the Mayor and Council recessed to an �j Executive Session to discuss labor negotiations, as well as a property matter. At 7:40 p.m., the Mayor and Council reconvened in Council Chambers. L N L) iw Mayor Nall recognized two students in the audience from Snohomish County Christian School. REVIEW DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE PARK AND RECREATION PLAN / Jerry Draggoo, Consultant, reviewed with the Mayor and Council, the Draft Comprehensive Park and ( Recreation Plan. It was noted that a 14 member community steering committee was appointed to k a- represent a cross section of the Edmonds community. Community input survey was completed in March; the City Council was presented a progress report in April; the Steering Committee met the le G months of May through August reviewing a needs assessment and inventory, creating policies for the five year plan, and preparing the draft document. The Planning Board held a study session on 0_/4&/ October 7 and a site tour of all facilities on October 17. Public hearings were held on September 23, November 23, December 3, and December 9. The plan will become an element of the City's Compre- hensive Plan and is designed to meet the Growth Management Act requirements. In order to qualify for grants from the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation, Edmonds must maintain an updat- ed Park and Recreation Plan. The plan includes the City's approved Bicycle/Pathway Plan and the ADA implementation plans. The plan includes a mission statement which is "To provide the citizens of Edmonds with a balanced system of open land, park and recreation and support facilities to assure quality of life". On December 9, the Planning Board approved the draft document to the City Council with the recom- mended changes of: 1. Hutt Park be kept as open space and eliminated Mr. Draggoo's recommendation for the park to be designated as a neighborhood park. 2. Add Civic Center Playfield to the CIP to purchase in 1994 without a designated dollar amount 3. Changes to Page VI-9 regarding the South County Senior Center site 4. Removal of recommendation on Page VI-18 regarding the indoor recreation facility 5. Add recommendations of impact fees 6. Add language regarding the future maintenance costs Deputy City Clerk Stacey Law, distributed enlarged copies of a map showing the City's Comprehen- sive Park, Recreation and Open Space Plan to the Mayor and Council. Mr. Draggoo said there is a great need for increased neighborhood parks in Edmonds. Mr. Draggoo said the basic concept of the park facility plan is to assure that every neighborhood within the City of Edmonds is served by a park that provides both passive and active recreational spaces. Mr. Draggoo said in some areas, a school playground could act as such. Mr. Draggoo described a neighborhood park as being a combination playground and park designed primarily for non -organized recreational activities. They are generally small in size (3-7 acres) and usually serve a radius of approximately one half mile. Mr. Draggoo said there was much discussion on Hutt Park. Mr. Draggoo said citizens have clearly stated they want this park to remain passive in use, and not be turned into a neighborhood park. Councilmembers agreed that Hutt Park should remain passive. Mr. Draggoo said the top three.items wanted most by citizens are: 1) indoor pool; 2) tennis courts, and; 3) bike trails. Mr. Draggoo recommended that a Parks and Recreation Commission be established. Mr. Draggoo said it is felt that the Planning Board has a great deal of issues before them, and a Parks and Recrea- tion Commission would help alleviate that situation. Council President Earling asked if the Plan- ning Board is in agreement that such a commission should be created. Ms. Ohlde said the Planning Board supports the recommendation and said they would like to be a part of how that creation happens and in setting up a format. Councilmember Nordquist asked if consideration has been given to a joint venture with the School District for an indoor swimming pool. Mr. Draggoo said discussion was held on this issue, as a member of the School District was on the Steering Committee, however, Mr. Draggoo said it was not pursued. Mr. Draggoo said he feels the District would end up using the majority of it for school _use and the public use would be minimized. Mr. Draggoo suggested the City of Edmonds, Lynnwood, and Mukilteo discuss the possibility of a joint venture for a ball field. Councilmember Palmer asked Mr. Draggoo if consideration has been given to undergrounding parking at the playfield within the Anderson Center property instead of the proposal to have the playfield be replaced with a parking lot. Councilmember Palmer feels this option should be consid- ered. Mr. Draggoo said the costs for undergrounding parking are prohibitive, costing approximate- ly $10,000 per parking space. Mayor Hall recognized members of the steering committee in the audience. Councilmember Palmer asked if the recommended public hearing date of March 16 is a hearing on the amended draft document, which would include the recommendations of the Planning Board. Mr. Draggoo replied affirmatively. Councilmember Palmer said the report should also have a notation stating the date that improvements were made to Brackett's Landing, so the public knows that has already been accomplished. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES Page 2 February 23, 1993 With regards to open space, Councilmember Kasper asked Mr. Draggoo if he took into consideration or measured the aspect that half of the City is open space due to the waterfront as opposed to other cities who are landlocked. Mr. Draggoo replied affirmatively. Arvilla Ohlde, Parks and Recreation Manager, said in the Comprehensive Plan, she did make the waterfront parcels the City's regional facilities. Councilmember Kasper safq the former Edmonds High School site should be considered in regards to park space, if the school was removed and a junior high school was built. COUNCILMEMBER PALMER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO SET A FORMAL HEARING DATE ON THE AMENDED DOCUMENT FOR MARCH 16. MOTION CARRIED. The Mayor and Council thanked Mr. Draggoo. TRANSPORTATION PLAN UPDATE David Bell, Bell -Walker Engineer, Inc. updated the Mayor and City Council on the Transportation ��a P Study. The update included discussion on the findings from the public meetings, future traffic projections, level of service, and street clarifications. Mr. Bell referenced a diagram in the O Council packet entitled "Roadway Level of Service Definitions". Mr. Bell said the City of Edmonds is achieving a "Level D" .service definition. Mr. Bell said a "Level D" means there is a stable flow of traffic, with speed being considerably affected by change in operating conditions. The range of delay (seconds per vehicle) in a signalized intersection is 25.1 to 40.0 seconds. Councilmember Kasper said the traffic on 9th Avenue has become worse and said speeding is a big problem. Councilmember Kasper said it is difficult for residents to exit their driveways onto 9th Avenue. Mayor Hall recognized Rob Morrison in the audience, who is a member of the citizen committee set up to assist Bell -Walker and provide community input. Mr. Morrison addressed the Mayor and Coun- cil and suggested the Mayor contact other members of the citizen committee, as only he and anoth- er gentlemen regularly attend the meetings. Mr. Morrison said it is difficult for two members to do all the necessary work. Mr. Bell asked Council for authorization to use the "Roadway Level of Service Definition". diagram in future public meetings, so the public can see what the different levels mean. Council granted authorization. Councilmember Palmer requested a color coded map the next time this issue comes up. The Mayor and Council thanked Mr. Walker for his presentation. PRESENTATION BY POLICE DEPARTMENT ON "GREAT" (GANG RESISTANCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING) PROGRAM Asst. Chief Tribuzio said the Police Department will be introducing a new program dealing with gang resistance in the middle school. Asst. Chief Tribuzio introduced Senior Officer Fred Bonallo, who recently attended training sponsored by the Washington State Criminal Justice Train- ing Commission on this program. Officer Bonallo said Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) is a program designed to end gang violence across the nation. The curriculum is taught by trained uniformed police offi- cers and target the 7th grade level. The teaching strategies and methodologies are congruent with the social and cognitive changes a 7th grader experiences. G.R.E.A.T. students are provided an opportunity to discover for themselves, the ramifications of gang violence through structured reality based exercises and interactive approaches to learning. Officer Bonallo said it is an eight week program, consisting of nine sessions. Mr. Bonallo stated there is no cost to implement the program. Officer Bonallo referenced informational materials attached to the Agenda Memo which outlined the details of the program. Councilmembers were receptive to the idea, and Councilmember Palmer suggested the Council appro- priate a small amount of money from the Council Contingency Fund to hold a one time only celebra- tion at the close of the first program, consisting of soft drinks and a congratulatory cake. Councilmembers were receptive to the idea. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI, TO AUTHORIZE EXPENDITURE OF $50.00 FROM THE COUNCIL CONTINGENCY FUND TO PURCHASE A CONGRATULATORY CAKE AND SOFT DRINKS TO BE USED AT THE CLOSE OF THE FIRST PROGRAM. MOTION CARRIED. Officer Bonallo thanked Councilmembers. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES Page 3 February 23, 1993 �JINDIVIDUAL COUNCIL REPORTS/UPU'ATES ON RESPECTIVE BOARD MEETINGS L ). CDW4/Councilmember Nordquist: Report on activities of Snohomish County Health Board. ;(A-f +k- Councilmember Nordquist said the Health Board has been working overtime with regards to the re- I cent E-coli epidemic. Councilmember Nordquist said the Health District is in the process of mov- ing into new facilities on 200th. Councilmember Petruzzi: Report on activities of the Edmonds Visitors Bureau Councilmember Petruzzi said the Bureau is finalizing the marketing plan for 1993 which will in- i v . Fj clude an increase in TV and cable advertisements. Councilmember Petruzzi said the Bureau will (� make a big impact in 1993 in promoting the City. Councilmember Petruzzi reported that he and Port Manager Bill Stevens recently attended a Chamber of Commerce meeting, and said the the Port and the City share similar ideas concerning the activities of the Visitors Bureau. Councilmember Kasper: Report on activities of S.C.C.I.T. Councilmember Kasper said he attended a recent meeting, as did Mayor Hall and City Engineer Bob Alberts. Councilmember Kasper said. the high capacity rail plan recommended by R.T.P. is receiving negative response from some individuals who believe the $9 million dollar price tag quoted by R.T.P. for a high rail system is a highly underestimated cost. + k_ Councilmember Hall: Report on activities of the Snohomish County Health District lG4- Councilmember Hall serves on the Health District with Councilmember Nordquist and reiterated his statements concerning the recent E-coli epidemic. Councilmember Hall said nationwide, there are approximately 200 cases of E-coli reported each year. Councilmember Hall said the recent crisis will prompt changes in the meat processing industry. Councilmember Palmer: Report on Cultural Arts Convention District Councilmember Palmer said the District is making progress. He said there is a great public need and desire for a cultural arts facility. Councilmember Palmer said he would not be surprised if this became a 1994 ballot issue. Councilmember Palmer said he has been chosen as Chairman of District for 1993. Council President Earling: Report on the activities of Community Transit Council President Earling referenced a Community Transit Arterial System HOV Study "Corridor Report" document, and said it would be kept in the Council Office should anyone wish to review it. L Q Councilmember Dwyer: Report on activities of SNOCOM/Medic 7 �ytD Councilmember Dwyer reported the second Medic group is up and running on a 12 hour schedule. v MAYOR Mayor Hal) commented on the SNOTRAN meetings she attends. Mayor Hall said there are many times. when she is called to the meetings in order to have a quorum present. Mayor Hall reported on the Snohomish County Tomorrow Meetings she attends, and noted there is an all day workshop scheduled CUV Sfor Saturday, February 27, in which she will attend. Mayor Hall referenced the General Fund/Financial Report update included in the Council packet. .The Council held a brief discussion on the update. Councilmember Palmer inquired on the progress of the Contingency Plan and asked Mr. Housler if it was now ready to be distributed to the Council. Mr. Housler said it would not be completed for an additional two weeks. COUNCIL Councilmember Palmer referenced a newspaper article in Council packets regarding a small cable company's recent success regarding a an issue with a major Cale Company. Councilmember Palmer referenced a memorandum in Council packets regarding the Administration's decision not. to send Paul Mar to SanFrancisco to attend a Cable TV Conference. Mayor Hall said there are other opportunities arising which will better benefit the City with regards to to Cable TV issues. Councilmember Kasper said vehicular speeding is an increasing problem on 9th Avenue. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES Page 4 February 23, 1993 Councilmember. Nordquist referenced a letter from the Mill Creek Homeowners Association to Funtasia regarding complaints stemming from the operation of Funtasia. Asst. Chief Tribuzio said he has been in contact and will be meeting with both parties to discuss a possible solution. Deputy City Clerk Stacey Law reported that the manager from Funtasia was in the City Clerk's Office earlier in the day,and stated he was meeting with the Association this very evening. With no other business before the Mayor and Council, Mayor Hall adjourned the meeting at 10:00 p.m. THE ORIGINAL SIGNED COPY OF THESE MINUTES, AS WELL AS A TAPED RECORDING OF ALL CITY COUNCIL MEET- INGS CAN BE LOCATED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE "Hall', ��F • • — EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES Page 5 February 23, 1993 AGENDA EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL PLAZA MEETING ROOM - LIBRARY BUILDING 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. FEBRUARY 23, 1993 WORK MEETING NO AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION CALL TO ORDER FLAB SALUTE -. 1. (15 Min.) CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS (A) ROLL CALL (B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 16, 1993 (C) APPROVAL OF CLAIMS WARRANTS FOR WEEKS OF FEBRUARY 8 AND FEBRUARY 16, 1993 AND PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR FEBRUARY 20, 1993 (D) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR PURCHASE OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT MEADOWDALE COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE SITE (E) ACCEPTANCE OF INFORMAL BIDS AND AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE SEAVIEW PARK RESTROOM FIXTURES FROM BOWLES, N.W. ($3,678.15) (F) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED FEBRUARY 5, 1993 FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS FUEL TANK REMOVAL PROJECT AND AWARD OF CONTRACT TO TRECON, INC. ($17,744.80, INCL. W.S.S.T.) [cont'd from February 16, 1993] (G) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN 1993-94 ONGOING SOILS TESTING SERVICES WITH BOSS & MAYES TESTING ENGINEERS (H) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN 1993-94 ONGOING SOILS TESTING SERVICES WITH HONG WEST & ASSOCIATES (1) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE UPDATED UTILICORDER SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE FROM RADIX CORPORATION FOR WATER METER READING ($8,700.36, INCL. W.S.S.T.) [cont'd from February 16, 1993] (J) PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING MASSAGE PARLOR REGULATIONS TO CONFORM WITH STATE REVISIONS 2. (10 Min.) EXECUTIVE SESSION ON LABOR NEGOTIATIONS 3. (60 Min.) REVIEW DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE PARK AND RECREATION PLAN 4. (45 Min.) TRANSPORTATION PLAN UPDATE 5. (15 Min.) PRESENTATION BY POLICE DEPARTMENT ON "GREAT" (GANG RESISTANCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING) PROGRAM 6. (10 Min.) INDIVIDUAL COUNCIL REPORTS/UPDATES ON RESPECTIVE BOARD MEETING, 7. (5 Min.) MAYOR 8. (15 Min.) COUNCIL THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND PARKING AND MEETING ROOMS ARE ACCESSIBLE FOR THE DISABLED (An Interpreter for the hearing impaired is available with 24 hours advance notice to the City Clerk at 771-0245)