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07/15/2003 City Council1 Approve /8/03 Minutes pprove Claim Checks laim for Pamages Community Services Department EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES July 15, 2003 Following a Special Meeting at 6:15 p.m. for an Executive Session regarding a report on litigation, the Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:06 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 Dave Earling, Council President Jeff Wilson, Councilmember Michael Plunkett, Councilmember Lora Petso, Councilmember Dave Orvis, Councilmember Richard Marin, Councilmember Deanna Dawson, Councilmember 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA STAFF PRESENT David Stern, Chief of Police Stephen Clifton, Community Services Director Jim Larson, Acting Admin. Serv. Director Arvilla Ohlde, Parks and Recreation Director Dave Gebert, City Engineer Cindi Cruz, Executive Assistant Linda Hynd, Deputy City Clerk Jana Spellman, Senior Executive Council Asst. Jeannie Dines, Recorder COUNCILMEMBER MARIN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT, FOR APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS Councilmember Petso requested Item F be removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MARIN, FOR APPROVAL OF THE REMAINDER OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows: (A) ROLL CALL (B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF JULY 8, 2003 (C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM CHECKS #63822 THROUGH #63931 FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 7, 2003, IN THE AMOUNT OF $111,503.64. (D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM HY COHEN (AMOUNT UNDETERMINED) (E) COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT QUARTERLY REPORT — JULY 2003 Item F: Adoption of Proposed Ordinance Vacating the Eastern Half of the North 120 Feet of 7th Avenue South, South of Fir Street Councilmember Petso advised she planned to vote against this ordinance as it included a finding requiring the payment of $5,000 in compensation in return for the vacation and settlement of any Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 1 outstanding claims was in the public interest. She reiterated her opinion that payment of $18,000 would be more appropriate. COUNCILMEMBER ORVIS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MARIN, FOR APPROVAL OF ITEM F. MOTION CARRIED (6 -1), COUNCILMEMBER PETSO OPPOSED. The item approved is as follows: rd# 3463 Vacating (F) ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3463 VACATING THE EASTERN HALF OF THE Portion of 'h Ave. S NORTH 120 FEET OF 7TH AVENUE SOUTH, SOUTH OF FIR STREET. UPDATE BY SENATOR DARLENE FAIRLEY Senator Senator Darlene Fairley, District 32, explained a budget without any general tax increase or expanded Darlene gambling had been passed. She noted the budget included a 5 cent gas tax increase which would provide Fairley funding for Edmonds projects as well as other projects. She explained the budget included some funding for Shoreline Management planning. The recent session also included approval of a bill that would allow cities and counties to increase sales tax by a small amount, noting any increase would be a 40/60 city/county split with 1/3 to criminal justice funding. Senator Fairley explained, although the minority party in the Senate, she and two other republican senators were asked to participate in the Senate budget negotiations. She explained the Chair of the Capital Budget inquired whether there were any projects she wanted included. The Woodway and Shoreline projects were included in the budget, but she neglected to include the Edmonds Public Facilities District (PFD) project. She later requested $500,000 for the Edmonds PFD project, and Senator Joe Zarelli included the funding in the Senate negotiated budget because Edmonds was his home town. Mayor Haakenson thanked Senator Fairley for her efforts on behalf of the City. Senator Fairley encouraged the City to advise her of their needs and their opinions regarding upcoming bills. Mayor Haakenson recognized Representatives Mike Cooper and Ruth Kagi, and Snohomish County Council President Gary Nelson in the audience. 3. UPDATE BY PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT Public • ACCEPTANCE OF GIFT FROM UNOCAL FOR THE EDMONDS CENTER FOR THE ARTS Facilities ;strict • ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF STATE OF WASHINGTON CONTRIBUTION • RECEPTION FOLLOWING THE PRESENTATION Community Services Director Stephen Clifton explained tonight's presentation by the Public Facility District Board was intended to provide the City Council and citizens a progress report on the milestones reached to -date. He introduced Project Manager Kjris Lund who would provide a broad overview of the progress on the project; Wendy Poutz, LMN Architects, who would present project specifics; Nan Garrison, Campbell & Company, who would present a brief overview of fundraising activities. Tonight's presentation would also include the Board's acceptance of a gift from the Unocal Corporation for the Edmonds Center for the Arts and acknowledgement of State Representatives' efforts to secure $500,000 in State appropriations for the project which would be followed by a reception. Project Manager Kjris Lund thanked the City for their commitment to the project, including the $2 million the City contributed, and for creating the PFD to allow it to collect funding from Snohomish County. She explained since the report to the Council last fall, the PFD purchased the Puget Sound Christian College (PSCC) campus and surplused two parcels in accordance with the PFD'S Business Plan Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 2 — the Anchor House apartment building, and the library. The PFD received offers on the properties at the values anticipated in the Business Plan and the due diligence process by the buyers was currently underway. She anticipated the sales on the properties would be completed by year end. Ms. Lund explained the PFD secured adequate insurance and hired a management firm to allow continued operation of the building, a great benefit to the community due to the number of organizations who wanted to continue using the building during the design development process. Ms. Lund detailed the milestones reached by the PFD, including a competitive bidding process that resulted in hiring LMN Architects to pursue development of the design of the project. She recalled there had been a wonderful response from architects throughout the region and the PFD Board unanimously selected LMN Architects due to their understanding and commitment to the project. She explained LMN Architects were involved with design, cost estimating, development of a master plan for the campus, and preparation of construction drawings. Ms. Lund explained another competitive process was undertaken to hire a General Contractor /Construction Management (GC /CM) firm. She explained that the GC /CM process, allowed by State law, permitted hiring the general contractor early in the process to allow them to participate in the design work. She explained the interaction between the general contractor and the architect ensured the PFD could afford to build what was designed. She stated excellent firms responded to the competitive bidding process and the Board selected Sellen Architects. She noted Sellen would not be making a presentation tonight, but she acknowledged Jay Peistrup, Sellen Architects, in the audience. She explained Sellen would be involved in value engineering, evaluating constructability of options developed by the architect, etc. Ms. Lund advised Councilmember Wilson was on the Building Committee as the Council liaison to the PFD. She noted the PFD also completed a selection process and hired a designer and contractor, ESHI and Long Construction, for the hazardous material abatement on the site. She explained the hazardous material abatement was divided into phases; the first effort was to ensure the building was safe for the current use. The next phase would occur during construction as the remodeling of the building began. Ms. Lund explained the PFD also adopted a vision statement for the project to guide negotiations for future building operation and determining how management decisions would be made. The PFD has also begun discussions with Edmonds Community College regarding their role in the management of the facility. Ms. Lund explained another competitive process the PFD undertook resulted in the selection of Campbell & Company to oversee fundraising for the project. The PFD has obtained a tax identification number to allow them to accept contributions from individuals and corporations. Wendy Poutz, LMN Architects, explained the design team was 60% complete with their process and anticipated completion of construction documents in early fall followed by the permitting process. At this point in the process, she explained they have defined the scope of the project and major architectural elements. She displayed a site plan illustrating the change in the overall campus, highlighting the demolition of the north gym and the northern portion of the 1909 school building, onsite parking, new sidewalks, drop off locations at 4"' & Daley and in the parking area, and new landscaping associated with the parking lot and around the edges of the building. She explained the project included painting the entire exterior of the building and the auditorium, and construction of a new addition. She noted their design of the exterior included emphasis on the entry components and the edges of the fagade so that those passing by would have a sense of the activity on the site. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 3 Ms. Poutz displayed an interior plan, describing lobby, back house, stage, and auditorium spaces. She described the expanded lobby space, a multi -use space with storage for catering support, a new elevator, and new restroom facilities. She described back house spaces including principal dressing rooms to accommodate 1 -2 people, accessible dressing rooms, loading entrance to the stage at state level, multi- purpose green room, two large dressing rooms housing 20 dressing spaces, and the addition of showers to the existing restroom facilities. She described stage spaces including expansion of the stage left wing by five feet and a new sprung stage floor. With regard to the auditorium spaces, she explained their goal was to create the best acoustic volume possible within the space and create a sense of an intimate environment. She described the insertion of new walls to bring the room in and make it feel narrower which resulted in parterre seating. She noted all new seats would be provided in the auditorium; the total seat count will be 720 seats. She described seating on the second level of the auditorium as well as administrative and multi - purpose spaces. Ms. Poutz displayed a building section through the stage, auditorium and lobby, pointing out the parterre wall and slight modification that would be made to the rake. She described lighting, audio and visual components. She encouraged the City Council and the public to look at the model of the facility during the reception. Nan Garrison, Campbell & Company, explained they were hired in February 2003 and immediately began building an infrastructure for the campaign including creating a base of volunteers to kick off the private fundraising. She explained approximately 30 volunteers were serving on various campaign cabinet committees including four couples who were campaign co- chairs and two couples who were honorary co- chairs. They also worked on developing collateral materials, including a brochure regarding N the project which would be available in coming weeks. Ms. Garrison briefly outlined committee meetings that have been held in recent weeks including a major gift committee. Their intent will be to secure benchmark gifts this summer and fall and have an understanding of the cash flow for the project by January. She encouraged the community to volunteer and give at the level appropriate for them. Ms. Poutz explained as part of their effort to create an auditorium space with more drama and more acoustical volume, the design includes demolition of the existing ceiling which would allow the existing Douglas fir decking to be displayed. She described new catwalks for lighting positions and additional ceiling reflectors. She summarized the proportions of the auditorium were completely changed by the removal of the ceiling and bringing in the walls. Ms. Lund introduced Terry Vehrs, PFD Board Chair, who has been instrumental in the PFD's ability to raise the $700,000 in funding to date due to his extreme energy with regard to this project. Ms. Lund acknowledged the receipt of start-up funding in the amount of $100,000 from the Unocal Corporation for the project, the lead gift from the first organization who has recognized this project. Mark Smith, Unocal Corporation, commented it was a pleasure to present a portion of Unocal's total commitment to the Edmonds Center for the Arts project. He commented Unocal has been proud to support the community for over 83 years as a business as well as sponsors of several community events. He enumerated their involvement including the Deer Creek Salmon Hatchery, Northwest Maritime Center, City of Edmonds Parks & Recreation Department, Rotary and Chamber of Commerce. He recalled an event in April 2002 commemorating Unocal's conveyance of Marina Beach to the City. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 4 Mr. Smith noted Unocal was proud to be part of the Edmonds Center for the Arts, a tremendous project that would contribute greatly to the community for years to come. He commended the commitment and dedication of those who have worked so hard to make this project a reality. He summarized it was with great pleasure that he presented the donation to the Edmonds PFD to show Unocal's continued support for Edmonds and demonstrate Unocal's corporate vision to improve the lives of people where they work. Ms. Lund expressed the PFD's thanks to the following members of the legislative delegation for the $500,000 in capital budget funding for the project, as well as individuals who assisted in securing the funding: District 21 Senator Paull Shin and members of his staff, Representative Mike Cooper, Representative Brian Sullivan, District 32 Senator Darlene Fairley, Representative Ruth Kagi, Representative Maralyn Chase, Representative Hans Dunchee (44`" District), Representative Al O'Brien (1St District), Representative Kirk Pearson (39th District), District 18 Senator Joe Zarelli, Snohomish County Executive Bob Drewell, Snohomish County Council President Gary Nelson, Snohomish County Finance Director Dan Clements, Snohomish County PFD President Travis Snider, Barb Fahey, Lindsey Echelbarger, Edmonds Community College President Jack Oharah, former Senator Jeannette Wood, Mike Doubleday (lobbyist), Sellen Construction, and Parks & Recreation Director Arvilla Ohlde. Councilmember Marin expressed his pleasure with the PFD'S utilization of the GC /CM process which he explained allowed the general contractor to work with the architect, a smart way to do business that provided the best value and reduced the number of surprises. He thanked Unocal and the PFD Board. Council President Earling requested a briefing in the future on the acoustics of the auditorium. Mayor Haakenson expressed the City's thanks to Unocal for their donation and for being a great neighbor to the City over the years. He looked forward to a continued relationship with Unocal in the future. Mayor Haakenson recessed the Council to a brief reception. mend the 1 4. PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2003 BUDGET AS A RESULT OF 003 Budget UNANTICIPATED TRANSFERS AND EXPENDITURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS Acting Administrative Services Director Jim Larsen explained State law required that the City operate within budgeted appropriations at the fund level. Therefore, when a budget was anticipated to exceed its legal level of authority, appropriations must be increased. To accomplish this, the City Council, must formally approve budget amendments by adopting a City ordinance. As a matter of convenience, the City has a long standing practice of amending the budget on a semi - annual basis to include all additional appropriations that the Council has discussed throughout the year. Mr. Larsen explained attached to the Council packet were two tables; Table 1 listed all the appropriations previously discussed by the Council and Table 2 was a listing of additional requested appropriations that required Council approval. He noted this action would increase the General Fund authorized expenditures by approximately $500,000, most funded via additional revenues. He commented exceptions were $53,490 for Council Chambers video equipment and $187,000 for increased employer contribution to the State retirement system. He explained the video equipment was originally budgeted in 2002 and a grant was received to fund that purchase; however, the equipment was not purchased and installed until 2003; thus, the expenditure was moved into 2003. Mr. Larsen explained the increased employer pension contribution would be funded via cash on hand at the end of the year. He noted four years ago the State Retirement Board dramatically decreased employer and employee contribution to the retirement plan, primarily due to the strong performance of Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 5 the stock market. The increase in the employer contribution was due to the weak performance in the stock market. He explained approximately 86% of the increase was for LEOFF system which covers Police and Fire Department employees. Staff's recommendation was for the Council to adopt the ordinance adopting the proposed budget amendments. Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, referred to the agenda which indicated public comment would be invited, noting State law required an opportunity for public comment when amending the budget. He recalled the City was also required to list the funding requests made by the community that the City had denied. He suggested the City Attorney address this issue. Mr. Larsen agreed a public hearing was necessary prior to adopting any ordinance that impacted the budget, noting this opportunity for public comment sufficed. He was not aware of any requirement that requests for funding by the public be enumerated. rd# 3462 Amend the 003 Budget COUNCILMEMBER PETSO MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MARIN, FOR ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3462. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5. AUDIENCE COMMENTS Patrice Raplee, 21001 Pioneer Way, Edmonds, submitted a petition requesting special protection from Oise uction construction noise with signatures of over 100 residents from neighborhoods surrounding the site of an approved building project off Main Street and Pioneer Way. She referred to Section 5.30, Noise Abatement and Control, which allowed for construction and incidental noise within the City from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday — Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p. m. on weekends and holidays. She explained excessive noise on the approved building site would directly and adversely impact the quality of life of the surrounding neighborhood for an estimated 18 months if construction hours were allowed to follow current City Code 5.30. She noted the construction noise would be intensified due to buffering of normal city noise by the topography of the area which creates extra quiet neighborhoods where incidental noise echoes through the ravines and into surrounding neighborhoods. She relayed the request of the surrounding neighborhood to limit construction noise to 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday — Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. Mayor Haakenson's suggested scheduling this issue on the next Community Services/Development Services Committee agenda. onstruction Kristina Kulik, 21000 Pioneer Way, Edmonds, requested special protection for their neighborhood in otse the noise ordinance. She read a portion of the Noise Abatement and Control ordinance regarding the City's policy to minimize the exposure of citizens to the physiological and psychological danger of excessive noise and to protect, promote, and preserve the public health, safety, and general welfare. The ordinance stated it was the City Council's intent to control the level of noise in a manner which promoted commerce, the use, value and enjoyment of properties, sleep and repose and the quality of the environment. She urged the Council to support this City policy. ashington Jerry Janacek, 19228 92nd Avenue W, Edmonds, President of the Washington Tea Party, explained the ea Party Washington Tea Party was originally formed to fight Brightwater in Edmonds and supported legislation giving local jurisdictions a voice in their destiny. He emphasized this was the only purpose of the Washington Tea Party. In response to recent erroneous comments made to the City Council regarding the Washington Tea Party, he explained 1) the Washington Tea Party membership, in excess of 5,000 members, was a political force in the area but was purposely non - partisan; 2) the Washington Tea Party did not endorse any candidate but gave recognition to individuals who worked on their behalf, such as Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 6 Mayor Haakenson and his staff , Senators Paull Shinn and Darlene Fairley, State Representatives Brian Sullivan and Mike Cooper, Snohomish County Council President Gary Nelson; 3) because the Washington Tea Party consisted of individuals with strong commitment to the Edmonds community, many members have pursued their dreams of a better community by seeking public office, including Peggy Pritchard Olsen, candidate for City Council; Jim Orvis and Mary Ann Burkhart, candidates for Port of Edmonds; and D.J. Wilson, candidate for Snohomish County Council. He stressed the Washington Tea Party did not endorse candidates or run a slate of candidates for office and had no opinion on issues other than those for which it was formed, less its focus become confused with its intent. He concluded when the purposes for which the Washington Tea Party was formed had been satisfied, there would no longer be a need for the group. onstruction Cyndi Correnti, 21100 86th Place W, Edmonds, referred to the construction noise issue, noting in their olse neighborhood there has been an understanding between neighbors that noisy activities such as mowing, power washing, etc. did not occur before 9:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m. She referred to a change the City of Seattle made with regard to construction hours for PRD projects, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday — Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday. She expressed concern with the amount of construction noise the residents would be forced to endure over an 18 month period if the ordinance were not revised. onstruction Matt Douglas, 21021 Pioneer Way, Edmonds, concurred with the previous comments regarding the o,se noise. He expressed concern with the notice requirement for this development, commenting many of the residents of their neighborhood did attend the Hearing Examiner meeting and provide comment because they did not receive notification. He expressed concern with the widening of a portion of Pioneer Way. IlkLaurie Dressler, 15714 75th Place W, Edmonds, Washington Tea Party Board Member, referred to the erroneous statements made by speakers two weeks ago that the Washington Tea Party was a political party. As the President -elect of the Friends of the Edmonds Library, she noted two Councilmembers are members of the Friends of the Edmonds Library. She explained that although Councilmember Petso, who was running for reelection, claimed membership in the Friends of the Edmonds Library, the most recent meeting she had attended was over two years ago where she urged the membership to defeat annexation of the library into the Sno -Isle system. She noted Councilmember Petso had not attended a Friends meeting or event since, even when invited as a representative of the City Council most recently to the Friends Annual June luncheon. She noted Councilmember Plunkett was also a member of the Friends of the Edmonds Library and had attended their annual June luncheon, paying his way as a supporting member of the Friends. She expressed her appreciation for Councilmember Plunkett's support. She expressed frustration with the constant negative rhetoric at City Council meetings, distortion of facts, misleading statements, noting it was time for citizens to recognize the effort of elected officials and report positive contributions. She thanked Councilmember Plunkett for his actions, both as a Councilmember and member of the Friends of the Edmonds Library, and thanked Mayor Haakenson for his efforts in opposition to Brightwater, support of the library, and recent participation in the Friends' Juneluncheon. Ray Martin, 18704 94th Avenue W, Edmonds, with regard to the preceding comments regarding noise, commented that adoption of the Hearing Examiner process would eliminate this opportunity. He urged the Council to alleviate the Shell Valley residents' concerns. With regard to the reaction to his comments ashington two weeks ago, he recalled stating that the Washington Tea Party did a great job with regard to Parry Brightwater; his concern that the group was becoming a political organization due to letters to the editor in the Edmonds Beacon attacking Councilmember Petso. He noted the letter to the editor indicated the Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 7 author represented the Washington Tea Party. He commented Councilmember Petso was doing a great job and urged her to continue. Finis Tupper, 711 Daley Street, Edmonds, recalled calling Mayor Haakenson at 9:30 p.m. in his quest to get the hammers turned off across the street where a 4 -story condominium was under construction. He oi se struction recalled his neighborhood endured this noise for 4 -5 months, often until 10:00 p.m. He thanked staff for advising him that the builder was within the law to work from 6:30 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. He urged the Council to consider the information presented by the Shell Valley neighborhood and address hours of construction not only for that project but city -wide. He recalled an earlier Hearing Examiner placed conditions on hours of construction. Jim Lyser, 8525 207th Street, Edmonds, commented it was important to have noise restrictions on onstr °eti °° otse construction activity but the hours needed to be agreeable to the developer and the residents. When the hours were determined, he recommended "construction noise" be clearly defined to indicate whether it only included hammers or also the forklifts, delivery trucks, cement trucks, etc. He also recommended citizens' recourse if the restrictions were not adhered to to be clearly defined. Mayor Haakenson advised residents could call 911 if construction activity was occurring before or after hours. Bea O'Rourke, 434 3`d Avenue S, Edmonds, expressed her appall at the disrespect shown the Council Meeetieting n by some speakers at the last meeting, noting citizens relied on the Council to make thoughtful decisions omments/ without playing to the public. She commented this was why Councilmembers were elected and she was onduct certain they tried to do what was best for the entire City and not just a few. She preferred the energy that was used to attack the Council be directed toward identifying solutions and working with City departments. She recalled comments such as made at the last meeting were one of the reasons people did not run for public office. She hoped a full public apology was forthcoming, and she appreciated and respected the work done by the Council. She objected to the podium being used to foster political ambition and congratulated the Council on remaining professional under adverse conditions. onstruction Walt Serowski, 21311 Pioneer Way, Edmonds, commented his bedroom window was 50 feet from the oise edge of the steep, winding road and vehicles traveling on the road often had difficulty. He commented the construction hours for the project were unacceptable. Norma Bruns, 816 Walnut Street, Edmonds, commented what goes on at the Council was politics. Council She commented anyone in an appointed position, an elected office, or even a volunteer position would Meeting Comments/ hear comments similar to those addressed to the Council. She assumed Councilmembers were aware of Conduct this when they ran for office. She deplored the attitude that everyone needed to think alike, noting that healthy discussion was an important part of decision - making. She objected to people thinking that someone was a troublemaker if they disagreed. Budget / Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, referred to a newspaper article regarding the City's Levy Lid budget and the upcoming levy lid lift that indicated Finance Committee Chair Councilmember Orvis said 'ft the City had received more revenue than anticipated. Mr. Rutledge asked how much more revenue had been received, noting possibly the levy lid lift would not be necessary. Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, Edmonds, provided his credentials — past Councilmember ten years ago and regular attendee at Architectural Design Board, Hearing Examiner, Planning Board, Parking Committee, PFD and Council meetings, noting there were few who had attended as many meetings as he and he knew the function of each group. With regard to complaints about his comments two weeks ago, he reiterated his concern with the Council's confusion regarding the process. He commented the Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 8 FWashington Tea Party was a political party as illustrated by members' remarks regarding candidates. With regard to the hours in the noise ordinance, urged the members of the committee to take action and forward the issue to Council for final action. Council Harold Huston, 836 Carey Road, Edmonds, expressed his embarrassment and disgust at citizens' Meeting personal attacks on the Mayor and Councilmembers during the July 1 meeting. He objected to the name- Comments / Conduct callin g, pointing out all Councilmembers have responsible positions in the community and have given many years to public service. He urged citizens to put an end to the slander and suggested at future meetings speakers give the Council the same courtesy the Council extends to them. He referred to those making disparaging remarks about the Council as nitpickers who quibble all the time. As a volunteer himself, he urged these individuals to get involved in volunteer work and make Edmonds a better place to live. He expressed his appreciation to the Council for their efforts regarding Brightwater. John Quast, 15714 75th Place W, Edmonds, noted his wife (Laurie Dressler) wrote the letter to the editor in the Edmonds Beacon and he agreed with the comments because they were facts. In response to Washington comments made at a previous meeting, he explained Jerry Janacek was the president of the Washington Tea Party Tea Party. With regard to the erroneous public comments made at the July 1 meeting, he pointed out there were more candidates who were members of the Friends of the Edmonds Library than were members of the Washington Tea Party. He enumerated candidates who attend City Council meetings in an effort to become informed and aware of issues facing the City, including Mauri Moore, Peggy Pritchard Olsen, Al Rutledge, Mary Ann Burkhart, and Jim Orvis, noting they are all members of the Friends of the Edmonds Library. As a member of the Salary Commission, he recalled one of the main ouncil reasons people were unwilling to run for office was their unwillingness to subject themselves to tirades Meeting ments / of unjust accusations, distortions of fact, misrepresentation, and name - calling. He urged citizens to offer duet solutions not just dislikes. He anticipated he would be accused of attempting to stifle public comment, noting this was not the case; he wanted to live in a community where citizens were willing to work toward solutions and compromise. He urged citizens to identify solutions rather than fault - finding, blaming and complaining. 6. REPORT ON THE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS OF JULY 8, 2003 Finance Finance Committee ommittee Councilmember Orvis reported the committee discussed the budget amendment which was passed during Agenda Item 4. Next, staff described a proposal to create a database to assist with outside inquiries made during the sale of properties. He advised this concept would be presented to the Council in the future. 7. MAYOR'S COMMENTS ardyStudy Mayor Haakenson advised the presentation regarding the Parking Study, originally scheduled for tonight, was moved to the July 22 Council meeting. 8. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council President Earling wished Mayor Haakenson a belated happy birthday (July 14). xcused bsence COUNCILMEMBER DAWSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ORVIS, TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER WILSON FROM THE JULY 8 COUNCIL MEETING. MOTION CARRIED (6 -1 -0), COUNCILMEMBER WILSON ABSTAINED. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 9 ealth Councilmember Marin referred to the program offered by the Snohomish County Health District, Health District Services for Travelers, clarifying it was more than just a brochure but an opportunity for consultation regarding travel to specific countries where specific information regarding precautions, immunizations, etc. was provided. He urged the public to avail themselves of this information. of July Councilmember Marin commented on the opportunity to participate in the 4"' of July parade and grade commended staff on the flowerbed on a Parks & Recreation truck that was in the parade, noting it was a great representation of the work done by the Parks & Recreation Department. Construction Councilmember Plunkett thanked the Shell Valley neighbors for bringing the hours in the noise Oise ordinance to the Council's attention. He explained the issue had been referred to the Community Services/Development Services Committee, which included two Councilmembers, for review. He ; encouraged interested residents to contact City Clerk Sandy Chase or Senior Executive Council Assistant Jana Spellman to inquire when the Community Services /Development Services Committee would discuss that issue. Councilmember Plunkett commented that the perfection of public policy was an imperfect art. He noted it was good to hear people state their opinions and the Council appreciated and he looked forward to public comment. In response to the comments made by Ms. Dressler, Councilmember Petso advised she was invited to riends of participate in the Friends of the Library after voting against terminating the library contract and she he Library worked that year to reinstate that contract. She recalled she attended the Friends of the Edmonds Library t meetings, where Mayor Haakenson was the guest speaker, as well as meetings with a presentation by the drama group and a historical review of the Seattle Center. She encouraged members of the Friends to attend meetings and community members to become involved with the organization. She referred to the Council's efforts with regard to Brightwater, noting several Councilmembers, including herself, assisted individually via providing copies of the EIS, and encouraging citizens to contact the Washington Tea Party, etc. Budget/ With regard to Mr. Rutledge's comments regarding the City's receipt of additional revenue, Levy Lid Councilmember Petso indicated she was not aware that sufficient additional revenue had been collected Lift to eliminate the need for the levy lid lift; if that were the case, she assured the Council would respond appropriately. PRD Public Councilmember Petso reminded citizens of the August 5 public hearing regarding any issue related to the Baring — ugust 5 PRD ordinance. onstruction Councilmember Orvis thanked those who signed the petition regarding the noise ordinance, as well as oise those who gathered the signatures. He looked forward to the Council considering this issue. With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 8:58 p.m. G Y H ON, MAYOR SANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes July 15, 2003 Page 10 1 :1 AGENDA EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL Council Chambers, Public Safety Complex 250 5th Avenue North, Edmonds 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. JULY 15, 2003 6.15 p.m. - Executive Session regarding a report on litigation. The Executive Session will be held in the Jury Meeting Room. 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 July 8, 2003. (C) Approval of claim checks #63822 through #63931 for the week of July 7, 2003, in the amount of $111,503.64. (D) Acknowledge receipt of Claim for Damages from Hy Cohen (amount undetermined). (E) Community Services Department Quarterly Report - July 2003. (F) Adoption of proposed ordinance vacating the eastern half of the north 120 feet of 7th Avenue South, south of Fir Street. 3. (60 Min.) Update by the Public Facilities District Board. • Acceptance of gift from UNOCAL for the Edmonds Center for the Arts. • Acknowledgement of State of Washington contribution. • Reception following the presentation. 4. (15 Min.) Proposed Ordinance amending the 2003 Budget as a result of unanticipated transfers and expenditures of various funds.* *Public comment will be invited. 5. Audience Comments (3 Minute Limit Per Person)* Page 1 of 2 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 15, 2003 Page 2 of 2 6. (10 Min.) Report on the City Council Committee Meetings of July 8, 2003. 7. ( 5 Min.) Mayor's Comments 8. (15 Min.) Council Comments Ll Parking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities. Please contact the City Clerk at (425) 771 -0245 with 24 hours advance notice for special accommodations. The Council Agenda as well as a delayed telecast of the meeting appears on cable television Government Access Channel 21.