06/08/2004 City CouncilJune 8, 2004
Following the City Council Committee meetings that began at 6:00 p.m., the Edmonds City Council
meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Haakenson in the Council Chambers, 250 5th Avenue
North, Edmonds. The meeting was opened with the flag salute.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Gary Haakenson, Mayor
Michael Plunkett, Council President
Jeff Wilson, Councilmember
Mauri Moore, Councilmember
Peggy Pritchard Olson, Councilmember
Dave Orvis, Councilmember
Richard Marin, Councilmember
Deanna Dawson, Councilmember
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
STAFF PRESENT
David Stern, Police Chief
Duane Bowman, Development Services Director
Rob Chave, Planning Manager
Steve Bullock, Senior Planner
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jana Spellman, Senior Executive Council Asst.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PLUNKETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MARIN,
TO ADD A PROCLAMATION IN MEMORY OF FORMER PRESIDENT RONALD REAGAN TO
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS ITEM D, AND ALSO AS A FIVE MINUTE DISCUSSION ITEM
(3A). MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
COUNCILMEMBER MARIN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ORVIS, FOR
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows:
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF J[TNE 1, 2004.
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM CHECKS #71595 THROUGH #71701 FOR THE WEEK OF
MAY 31, 2004, IN THE AMOUNT OF $108,430.14. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL DIRECT
DEPOSITS AND CHECKS #38264 THROUGH #38378 FOR THE PAY PERIOD MAY 16
THROUGH MAY 31, 2004, IN THE AMOUNT OF $811,610.77.
(D) PROCLAMATION IN MEMORY OF FORMER PRESIDENT RONALD W. REAGAN.
3A. PROCLAMATION IN MEMORY OF FORMER PRESIDENT RONALD W. REAGAN.
Council President Plunkett commented that there are times in the life of a nation and a community that
what unites us is more important than what divides us. The passing of a President of the United States is
one of those times. This week, our nation mourns not for a Republican or a Democrat, not for a policy or
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an issue, not for a politician. This week our nation and our community mourns for an idea, the idea that
every four years, free people elect a nation's leader. Council. President Plunkett read the following
proclamation into the record:
In Memory of Former President Ronald W. Reagan
WHEREAS, former President Ronald Reagan was the 40th President of the United States of
America, serving from 1981 to 1989; and
WHEREAS, former President Reagan was best known as "the great communicator" and during his
terin in office he sought to achieve "peace through strength"; and
WHEREAS, Ronald Reagan was a small-town boy who, before entering politics, became a radio
sports announcer, a Hollywood actor, president of the Screen Actors Guild, and a television host; and
WHEREAS, former President Reagan will long be remembered not only for his extraordinary
public service to the United States in his capacity as president, but also as a former Governor of
California; and.
WHEREAS, during his two terms in office, former President Reagan obtained legislation to
stimulate economic growth, curb inflation, increase employment, and strengthen national defense; in
foreign policy, he improved relations with the Soviet Union and worked to end the cold war; and
WHEREAS, former President Reagan, after two terms in office, felt he had fulfilled his campaign
pledge of 1980 to restore "the great, confident roar of American progress and growth and optimism."
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gary Haakenson, Mayor, along with the City Council, do hereby honor the
memory of former President Ronald W. Reagan and join with the rest of the country in mourning his
passing. I ask all citizens of Edmonds to recognize and commend former President Reagan for his
exceptional contributions as the 401h President of the United States of America.
313. CONTINUED COUNCIL DELIBERATION FROM THE JUNE 1 2004 PUBLIC HEARING ON
THE POINT EDWARDS SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT REGARDING TREE CUTTING.
Council President Plunkett explained that last week Councilmember Marin made a motion to continue the
public hearing regarding the Point Edwards Settlement Agreement for six weeks. The six week period
was to allow staff to have ample time to report back to Council, and to allow for scheduling this matter.
Subsequently, staff has made excellent progress. Council President Plunkett indicated the Council has
informed him that they would be willing to change items on the agenda to allow Council to address this
issue much quicker than six weeks.
Duane Bowman, Development Services Director, reported the following actions have been taken:
(1) John Zipper of Zipper -Zeman has been hired as the peer review geo-technical consultant (a draft
report has been received and it will be finalized by mid -week); a report from the Town of Woodway
arborist has been received; and (3) a three party contract has been developed with Lori Anderson to be the
consulting wildlife biologist and her report is expected no later than next Wednesday.
Mr. Bowman stated that due to the inability of the representatives of Point Edwards LLC to attend the
June 15, 2004 City Council meeting, staff suggests the matter be continued to June 22, 2004, to allow all
of the information on the peer review to be presented to Council at that time.
Councilmember Marin asked if there has been any serious questions raised with the information that has
been received to date? Mr. Bowman responded there are some issues that will need to be discussed with
Point Edwards to reconcile issues, and then determine if any changes are needed to the Settlement
Agreement. Councilmember Marin further inquired if Mr. Bowman was satisfied that the City will have
answers to all the questions by June 22? Mr. Bowman responded affirmatively.
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Councilmember Wilson questioned if this matter is scheduled on June 22, will there be an opportunity to
release copies of the peer reports to the public to allow ample time to review the reports prior to June 22.
Mr. Bowman indicated all documents should be available no later than June 16. The report from the
Town of Woodway arborist is available at this time.
Councilmember Dawson requested that if there are proposed changes to the Settlement Agreement, she
would like them to be given to the Council and public in advance so that Council is not trying to craft
changes on the 22°d. If Point Edwards is willing to make additional concessions in the Settlement
Agreement, it would be good to have those incorporated prior to the 22"d. She noted it would be
unfortunate if this matter would have to be continued again.
Councilmember Marin commented that as the maker of the motion last week where he suggested as much
as six weeks to complete the review, he would be in favor of completing it sooner.
COUNCILMEMBER MARIN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DAWSON, TO
CONTINUE THIS MATTER TO THE J17NE 22, 2004 MEETING, AND TO RE -OPEN THE
PUBLIC REARING TO ALLOW FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ONLY ON THE RESULTS OF THE
PEER REVIEW RECOMMENDATIONS.
Council President Plunkett summarized that some information is available now, and all information will
be available no later than June 16. The motion continues the public hearing to June 22 on the new
information. At that time Council could potentially take action. However, Council reserves the right to
make sure it has all the information it needs. He spoke in favor of the motion.
City Attorney Snyder stated because this is a legislative matter, all the normal restrictions on
communication with the Council are off. Because of the three minute speaking limit, he suggested all
those from the public with technical or detailed information should be encouraged to submit it in writing.
Council President Plunkett confirmed with the City Clerk that June 22 is available to schedule this matter.
Ms. Chase indicated the date is available.
Councilmember Dawson clarified the motion in order to be sure that the public comment that is allowed
at the public hearing would not only be on the new information that is received but also on the proposed
settlement agreement. She wanted the public to be able to address the new reports and also how the
reports may clarify and impact the settlement agreement. Councilmember Marin agreed.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Haakenson had no report.
5. COUNCIL COMMENTS
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MARIN, TO
EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER WILSON FROM THE JUNE 1, 2004 CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
MOTION CARRIED. (The vote was 6-0-1; Councilmember Wilson abstained.)
Councilmember Dawson reported she will be out of town on June 1.5, 2004 and will not be able to attend
the Council meeting.
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6. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING LEGAL MATTERS.
Executive
Session
At 7:20 p.m. the Mayor and Council moved to Executive Session to discuss legal matters. Mayor
Haakenson announced it was anticipated that the Executive Session would last for 40 minutes and the
meeting would adjourn at that time.
The Executive Session concluded at 8:00 p.m.
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C�XRY H ENSON, MAYOR 9ANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK
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AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers, Public Safety Complex
250 5th Avenue North, Edmonds
JUNE 812004
6:00 P.M. - City Council Committee Meetings
The City Council Committee meetings are work sessions for the City Council and staff only.
The meetings are open to the public but are not public hearings. The City Council will meet
separately as committees in different meeting rooms as indicated below.
1. Community Services/Development Services Committee
(Meeting Location: Council Chambers)
(A) Traffic Impact Fee Ordinance. (15 Min.)
(B) Continued discussion on Planned Residential Development variances. (10 Min.)
(C) Discussion on Six Year Transportation Improvement Program. (10 Min.)
(D) Discussion on Cottage Housing. (10 Min.)
2. Finance Committee
(Meeting Location: Jury Meeting Room)
(A) Discussion on fees related to parking. (15 Min.)
(B) Exempt personnel benefit clean-up. (10 Min.)
(C) Report on proposals received for office supplies and furnishings services. (10 Min.)
(D) Year 2004 Sales Tax Revenue. (5 Min.)
3. Public Safety Committee
(Meeting Location: Police Training Room)
The Public Safety Committee will not meet this evening.
7:00 p.m. - City Council Meeting
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June 8, 2004
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7:00 p.m. - City Council Meeting
700 p.m. - Call to Order
Flag Salute
1. Approval of Agenda
2. Consent Agenda Items
(A) Roll Call
(6) Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of June 1, 2004.
(C) Approval of claim checks #71595 through #71701 for the week of May 31,
2004, in the amount of $108,430.14. Approval of payroll direct deposits and
checks #38264 through #38378 for the pay period May 16 through May 31,
2004, in the amount of $811,610.77.
Information regarding claim checks maybe viewed electronically at www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
3. (15 Min.) Continued Council deliberation from the June 1, 2004 public hearing on the
Point Edwards Settlement Agreement regarding tree cutting.
4. ( 5 Min.) Mayor's Comments
S. (15 Min.) Council Comments
6. (40 Min.) Executive session regarding legal matters.
ADJOURN
Parking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities.
Contact the City Clerk at (425) 771-0245 with 24 hours advance notice for special accommodations.
The Council Agenda appears on cable television Government Access Channel 21.
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