01/07/1997 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
JANUARY 7, 1997
The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Barbara Fahey in the
Library Plaza Room, 650 Main Street, followed by the flag salute.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Barbara Fahey, Mayor
Dave Earling, Council President
Tom Petruzzi, Councilmember
Roger L. Myers, Councilmember
Jim White, Councilmember
Dick Van Hollebeke, Councilmember,
Gary Haakenson, Councilmember
STAFF PRESENT
Michael Springer, Fire Chief
Robin Hickok, Police Chief
Paul Mar, Community Services Director
Arvilla Ohlde, Parks and Recreation Manager
Art Housler, Administrative Services Director
Jeff Wilson, Current Planning Supervisor
Stephen Koho, Treatment Plant Manager
James Walker, City Engineer
Brent Hunter, Personnel Manager
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Dee McGrath, Executive Secretary
Jana Spellman, Council Resource Person
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
ABSENT
John Nordquist, Councilmember
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MYERS, FOR APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED.
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, FOR APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The
agenda items passed are as follows:
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 17, 1996
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #12221 THRU #14517 FOR THE WEEK OF
DECEMBER 16, 1996, IN THE AMOUNT OF $435,749.95; AND APPROVAL OF CLAIM
WARRANTS #12223 THRU #14645 FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 30, 1996, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $247,227.65. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #14147 THRU
#14336 FOR THE PERIOD DECEMBER 1 THROUGH DECEMBER 15, 1996, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $438,190.10; AND APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #14338 THRU
#14540 FOR THE PERIOD DECEMBER 16 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1996, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $467,993.68
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(D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM CLIFF SANDERLIN
($822.77)
(E) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
BRACKETT'S LANDING PARK SOUTH
3. AUDIENCE
Mayor Fahey commended staffs response to weather-related emergencies in the City, particularly in
view of the number of staff who were out of town on vacation.
Roy B. Swanson, 1028 Sea Avenue, Edmonds, urged the City to have emergency generators in place to
avoid overflow from the sewer treatment plant in the future. He pointed out that the overflow has
occurred twice and referred to the overflow area as a "cesspool".
Mike Lantz, Lots 3 & 4, Block 28, Meadowdale, Edmonds, said his home was at the bottom of a slide.
Upon their inspection of the top of the bluff, it appears the design of the storm drainage system is flawed
and he requested the City respond with a solution. He also requested the City remove the silt which was
pushed off the road onto his property. He pointed out a storm drain on the north property line is plugged
and continues to be a problem. He asked if Snohomish County was declared a disaster area and what
procedures and/or qualifications must be met for disaster funding. He suggested the City mail
information to citizens and that the burning permit process be minimized so he can burn stumps on his
property.
Doug Grier, 16431 74th Place, Edmonds, (neighbor to the south of Mr. Swanson) reported there is
another slide to the south, above Haines Boathouse. The slope failed due to clear -cutting by a neighbor
above him three years ago without a permit as well as disrepair of the area's 1984 drainage system. He
previously questioned the City regarding drainage in the area and was told the pipes sticking out of the
ground were an obsolete drainage system. The slope failure also closed the drainage system on the City's
easement on his property which has not been cleared. He asked if the City will restore the slope on his
property, which is threatening his foundation, and if the City will maintain the storm drainage system.
Carl Pearson, 8227 229th SW, Edmonds, representing Frank and Delores Deans and Terry and Linda
Olsen with whom he jointly owns property and has two new homes under construction (on the site of the
slide), submitted a drawing of the LID 210 storm system, established in 1984, illustrating an extensive
drainage system at the top of the hill in the City right-of-way at 164th SW and extending onto their
property. He noted LID 210 established a drainage system with three catch basins, 113 linear feet of
french drains, and four clean-out systems. After the slide occurred, a visual inspection revealed the
system had not functioned for 4-5 years. He urged the Council to direct staff to continue to remove the
mud and debris, restore the damaged roadway, and to develop a plan to mitigate the damage caused by
not maintaining the LID 210 drain system.
Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, expressed concern the December 17 minutes did
not include his comments regarding adult entertainment. He noted Snohomish County removed the table
dancing issue from the ballot due to Bellevue's probable loss in Supreme Court. He also expressed
concern with the affects of gas and oil on the ducks and geese in Lake Ballinger. He recommended the
City write a letter of thanks to the City of Mountlake Terrace, who retrieved his neighbor's dock.
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Syd Locke, 110 Pine Street, Edmonds, pointed out the possible health hazards as a result of the sewer
plant outage, acknowledging there is a question whether the overflow was sewage or effluent. He
recommended the City find the $375,000 for permanent and portable generators. He also suggested
Medic 7 publicly assure older residents that the transport fee will not be required if they cannot pay. He
volunteered his assistance to the City.
Joan Demeroutis, 921 Pine Street, Edmonds, explained via her taxes, she willingly supports City
services and would like to support the rescue boat and dive team. She expressed concern with the Mayor
and Council's reluctance to answer questions from .citizens. Her son, Rich Demeroutis, has asked
numerous questions for her and other concerned seniors in Edmonds. She recommended citizens be
given the respect they have earned.
David Spiro, 15631 75th Place West, Edmonds (Meadowdale), explained approximately 80 yards of
mud slid over half of his home on January 1. He asked the City to address the storm drainage above the
area as there is a great deal of water coming down the hill and inspection of the area does not show any
storm drainage.
Lori Andahl, representing Alice Andahl, 15605 75th Place West, Edmonds, advised Alice Andahl's
home was damaged by a slide. She expressed frustration with the lack of help providedby the City
regarding information, returned phone calls, etc. to assist residents in determining how to proceed. She
asked when the street will be cleaned as they cannot reach the damage on their property until the street is
cleaned. She suggested a community meeting be held with residents and Edmorrds officials to address
the storm drainage system, how future slides can be prevented, etc.
Rich Demeroutis, 921 Pine Street, Edmonds, said he received a letter from the Mayor and asked when
he will receive a letter from Councilmembers Earling, Myers, Petruzzi, and Nordquist answering his
questions. He played a recording of Councilmember Petruzzi's comments at a previous Council meeting
regarding the Financial Center Building purchase and Community Service Director Paul Mar's answer to
Councilmember Petruzzi regarding the funds available for the Financial Center which include $5 million
plus the additional revenue from accrued rents. Mr. Demeroutis noted the project is over budget. He
referred to a May 23, 1995 agenda memo which states Council President Petruzzi directed the total cost
of the Edmonds Financial Center, including purchase price and financing costs, would not exceed $5
million. He pointed out no additional funds were appropriated for this project. He requested
Councilmember Petruzzi publicly apologize for stating he does not have the facts.
Rutis Beckern, 15908 75th Place West, Edmonds, Block Watch Captain, advised several residents
called her due to the incredible amount.of water in their area. She expressed concern for residents who
have had slides and asked if taxes will be affected if aid is provided. She noted some residents were
attempting to sell their property but now will be unable to.
Kathy Johanson, 7309 N. Meadowdale, Edmonds, reiterated the request for a community meeting to
resolve issues such as re-engineering the drainage system and requested the City's assistance in enforcing
the requirement for replanting trees cut on steep slopes. She indicated she would send a memo and
photograph of the large stumps and tree sections which slid behind their property and deposited a great
deal of mud. She suggested citizens and the City work together.
Mayor Fahey advised there have been crews in the Meadowdale area since the City became aware of the
problems. Until the sub -surface and surface water is gone, it is difficult to assess the situation. She
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stressed the City is doing everything within its power to determine what needs to be done and to assist
citizens. She noted strenuous development regulations have been put into place because Meadowdale
has been known to be a slide area for years. Where appropriate, the City will repair drainage and address
issues that are proven to be the result of the City's negligence on a case-by-case basis. In the interim,
City staff will do whatever they can to assist citizens in mitigating the effects of this extraordinary storm
including being available for a community meeting. Mayor Fahey stressed there was no spillage of
contaminated sewage and no health hazards exist.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, TO
DISCUSS THE UPDATE ON EFFECTS OF RECENT STORMS (ITEM 411) AS THE NEXT ITEM
ON THE AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED.
11. UPDATE ON EFFECTS OF RECENT STORMS
Community Services Director Paul Mar displayed the ESCA Damage Hotline (776-1508) for home and .
business owners to report damage information. He explained free disposal of flood damaged household
goods (not demolition debris) is available; vouchers can be obtained at the Edmonds Police Department
for disposal at a transfer station. Questions regarding flood damaged item disposal can be directed to
Snohomish County Solid Waste (388-3425). He explained 30 counties in the State were declared
disaster areas, including Snohomish County. Citizens may also direct questions to his office (771-0220).
Mr. Mar acknowledged the damage from the storm was overwhelming. From December 26 to present,
staff has been in an emergency response mode and must determine the biggest problems to address. He
acknowledged there are a number of phone messages that have not been returned. He noted personal
safety has been the primary consideration in each decision and action. He described street closures and
traffic diversions in the City, noting the greatest damage occurred when the covered moorage at the Port
of Edmonds which collapsed. Damage to City property was slight and staff is attempting to clean storm
drain systems that are plugged and overflowing. There was also some additional damage to the seawall.
Mr. Mar explained that non-essential City operations were curtailed at approximately 12:00 p.m. on
December 26 before the first snow storm occurred. ESCA activated on December 26 and remained a 24
hour operation until January 2. The City's Emergency Operations Center activated on December 29 and
January 1. On December 31, the City issued notification to residents on the west side of Lake Ballinger
that the lake was rising and were urged to evacuate if they felt they were in danger. Sand and sandbags
were provided at the Public Works facility. As the Mayor mentioned, test results indicate there is no
health hazard to drinking water or storm water systems. and the City has been in communication with
Snohomish County Health District and the State Department of Ecology. An emergency permit review
process has been instituted for emergency repairs to protect property from further damage. The City
continues to monitor the Meadowdale area; maintenance, contractors and engineers have been in the area
to evaluate the situation. However, the area is still very dangerous and staff does not want to exacerbate
the situation. Storm damage assessment is being coordinated with County and emergency agencies in an
effort to assist citizens.
COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEM 3ER MYERS, TO
EXTEND THE DISCUSSION TIME FOR THIS AGENDA ITEM. MOTION CARRIED.
For Councilmember Petruzzi, Mr. Mar said citizens who have had damage should call the ESCA Hotline
as ESCA will make a master submittal to the State. Mayor Fahey encouraged citizens to report their
estimate of damage to ESCA, regardless of whether compensation is desired.
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Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager Steve Koho advised that the rapid snow melt, followed by the
heavy rain created record flows during a two-day period. When windstorms were forecast, two
emergency generators were rented to power the facility in the event of a power outage and three
electricians were working at the time of power interruption at 10:00 p.m. The first two times the transfer
switch operated correctly, the third time one phase was lost. Due to the amount of effluent flow coming
up through the floor, the pumps on the existing source of power were unable to keep up and power to the
effluent building was shut off. Power to the effluent pumping station was out for 21 hours resulting in
the overflow of treated effluent into the storm drains and Puget Sound. Once power was restored, the
plant kept up with the flow and pumped out as much of the flooded area as possible. He stressed no raw
sewage was spilled; all required standards were met. Only treated effluent overflowed into the storm
drains rather than being pumped out.
Councilmember Haakenson commended Mr. Koho for being on-site on January 1 and his efforts to
control the situation. Mayor Fahey also commended the way the emergency situation was handled and
Mr. Koho's efforts to address the situation.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke commended City staff for their efforts to address citizens concerns. He
suggested a resident of the Meadowdale area volunteer as a coordinator for a community meeting. Dr.
Grier volunteered.
Councilmember White asked if the cause or responsibility has been determined in the LID 210 area. Mr.
Mar answered no, but it will be researched. Councilmember White asked what is being done to mitigate
further damage in that area. Mr. Mar answered staff is attempting to keep the right-of-way and storm
drains clear. The soil is extremely saturated and some locations on steep slopes are extremely unsafe.
City Attorney Scott Snyder advised Chapter 33 of the Building Code gives the Building Official certain
emergency powers. The Building Official and a representative of a geotechnical firm have visited most
of the slide sites. The owners of the properties have been sent letters directing them to seek geotechnical
advice to assess the potential for movement on the property. The geotechnical representative and City
Engineer Jim Walker have also inspected the City's rights-of-way. The purpose of these inspections is to
determine whether any emergency action is feasible and to develop as much information as possible
regarding stabilization. The City has been advised the risk to workers on the slide mass outweighs any
benefit.
Fire Chief Michael Springer thanked citizens who assisted emergency crews in reaching citizens
requiring aid. Most calls were EMS -related; a citizen donated a snowmobile to one of the City's EMT's
which was used to respond to several calls on hills that could not be accessed with 4 -wheel drive
pickups. A firefighter's 4 -wheel drive pickup was made an EMS unit and was used to transport a number
of patients to Stevens Hospital. Although the call load backed up, all calls were responded to. He noted
there were no deaths as a result of any roof, building, boat moorage collapse, flooding, or snow. The
Fire Department opened the Emergency Operations Center at the Public Works site which included
ESCA providing sand and volunteer labor to fill sandbags for citizens' use.
Police Chief Robin Hickok explained he was stranded in Eastern Washington due to the closure of all
mountain passes in the State but was in daily contact with his department. The Police Department
experienced difficulty responding to calls due to the depth of the snow. He reiterated there were no
deaths as a result of the storm. The department is reviewing what could be done differently; one officer
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from Fort Wayne, Indiana said Fort Wayne has volunteer groups with 4 -wheel drive vehicles who
transport police and fire department staff.
Chief Springer advised outdoor burning in the City is regulated by the Puget Sound Pollution Control
Board. They have not declared an emergency and lifted the outdoor burning ban. He suggested citizens
obtain the transfer station permits and take debris to the transfer station rather than burning outdoors.
Mayor Fahey observed the City has received numerous calls and letters recognizing the City's response.
She thanked citizens who offered assistance. She noted the snow plow was initially used to plow ahead
of fire and medical trucks to enable them to respond to emergencies rather than plowing City streets.
She expressed empathy to those citizens who have experienced difficulty and stressed the City will do
everything they can to assist.
Mayor Fahey declared a five minute recess.
4. SELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT
President Councilmember Petruzzi commended Council President Earling for the outstanding job he has done in
the past year as Council President.
COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, TO NOMINATE COUNCILMEMBER DAVID EARLING FOR PRESIDENT OF
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL FOR 1997.
COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED TO CLOSE THE NOMINATIONS.
VOTE ON THE NOMINATION OF COUNCILMEMBER DAVID EARLING FOR COUNCIL
PRESIDENT WAS TAKEN AND PASSED, COUNCILMEMBER EARLING ABSTAINED.
5. SELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM
COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
EARLING, TO NOMINATE COUNCILMEMBER ROGER MYERS AS COUNCIL PRESIDENT
PRO TEM.
COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI MOVED TO CLOSE THE NOMINATIONS.
VOTE ON THE NOMINATION OF COUNCILMEMBER ROGER MYERS AS COUNCIL
PRESIDENT PRO TEM WAS TAKEN AND PASSED, COUNCILMEMBER MYERS
ABSTAINED.
6. RESOLUTION NO 860 COMMENDING COUNCIL PRESIDENT DAVID O. EARLING
Mayor Fahey read a Resolution thanking David O. Earling for his service to the City Council as City
Council President for the period of January to December 1996.
COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI, TO
APPROVE THE RESOLUTION. MOTION CARRIED, COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING
ABSTAINED.
Mayor Fahey presented Council President Earling a plaque in recognition of his service to the City.
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Councilmember Myers said it has been a pleasure working with Council President Earling during the
past year. He noted Council President Earling has made each Councilmember feel important and
involved them in processes and procedures and the working relationship he established with the Mayor
and Council has improved the Edmonds community.
Mayor Fahey thanked Council President Earling for his service and looked forward to working with the
Council and him in the coming year.
Council President Earling thanked the Council and the Mayor, noting it had been a pleasure and honor to
serve as Council President and serve the City of Edmonds. The Council has made great progress,
particularly in reaching good conclusions without confrontations. He noted the corning year includes
some challenges.
7. COUNCIL PRESIDENT - APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES
Council President Earling presented the list of Council Committee appointments for 1997:
Community Service Committee Gary Haakenson & Dick Van Hollebeke
Finance Committee John Nordquist & Tom Petruzzi
Public Safety Committee Roger Myers & Jim White
Community Transit Dave Earling & Dick Van Hollebeke (Alt)
Disability Board Roger Myers & Dick Van Hollebeke
Medic 7 and SnoCom Tom Petruzzi & Gary Haakenson (Alt)
Professional Consultant Selection John Nordquist & Roger Myers
Snohomish Econ. Dev. Council Mayor Fahey
Snohomish County Tomorrow Mayor Fahey & Jim White (Alt)
Downtown Parking Jim White
Long -Range Financial Task Force Roger Myers, John Nordquist & Tom Petruzzi
Cultural Arts, Stadium & Convention Dist Jim White
Edmonds Alliance for Econ. Dev. Dick Van Hollebeke
Port of Edmonds Gary Haakenson
Comprehensive Human Resources John Nordquist, Gary Haakenson, Tom Petruzzi
& Roger Myers (Alt)
Snohomish County Health District John Nordquist & Roger Myers
Snohomish County Tourism Mayor Fahey
Edmonds Crossing Project David Earling
COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MYERS, FOR ACCEPTANCE OF THE COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS AS DESIGNATED BY
COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING. MOTION CARRIED.
8. RESOLUTION NO 861 APPOINTING COUNCILMEMBERS TO THE SNOHOMISH HEALTH
DISTRICT BOARD
Council President Earling advised the Snohomish County Health District requires formal designation of
its City representatives.
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COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
HAAKENSON, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION APPOINTING COUNCILMEMBERS MYERS
AND NORDQUIST TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY HEALTH BOARD. MOTION CARRIED.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 862 APPOINTING COUNCILMEMBERS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNT
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT AREA CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council President Earling noted the Community Transit Charter requires formal designation of its City
representatives.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI,
TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION APPOINTING COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING TO THE
COMMUNITY TRANSIT BOARD AND COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE AS AN
ALTERNATE. MOTION CARRIED.
10. HEARING REGARDING A FRANCHISE TO UTILIZE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR RADIO
WAVE DATA TRANSMISSION SERVICES BY METRICOM, INC.
Community Services Director Paul Mar explained a year ago, the 1996 Federal Telecommunications Act
was passed which preserved the rights of local jurisdictions to manage and control use of their rights-of-
way for telecommunication services providers. The City Attorney has been working with City staff to
develop regulatory framework to ensure the City's interests are protected. Metricom, Inc. is the first firm
that has formally requested action from the City.
Karen Kirkpatrick, Right -of -Way Representative for Metricom, Inc., explained they are offering a
wireless data communication system that supports a wireless modem for a flat fee of $29.95 per month.
The modem is connected to a laptop or desktop computer and provides e-mail and Internet access
without an additional telephone line. This is provided by the use of an unlicensed frequency which uses
a maximum one watt radio unit, necessitating a line -of -sight system or a maximum of '/2 mile between
units (approximately 4-6 units per square mile). She displayed a one watt pole unit that would be
installed on a street light mast arm and circulated photographs of the mounted unit. Metricom has an
agreement with PUD to plug into the power pole. She noted the one watt radio does not create any
health, safety, or aesthetic concerns. She estimated approximately 55 units would be located throughout
the City. Each unit can be installed in approximately 10-15 minutes and will not damage roadways or
poles.
City Attorney Scott Snyder explained the key to the Telecommunications Act for City franchising is non-
discrimination between users of the City's rights-of-way. He noted this request for 40-55 pole mounted
units will have minimal impact on the City. It is important that this agreement and the City's master
ordinance use standard terminology and requirements for all franchisees in the future. Under State
Statute, the definition of a telephone system includes data transmission by microwave or similar devices.
Therefore, the City cannot charge a franchise fee but can charge the City's 5.75% for the sale of
telephone services. A small annual rental fee will be charged for the use of the few light poles owned by
the City. Under the 1996 Telecommunications Act, a franchise agreement is required whenever the
City's right-of-way is used to sell a service to citizens. A Right -of -Way Use Permit is appropriate only if
the right-of-way is used without the sale of services. He suggested the Council focus on the franchise
concept and address specific questions to staff over the next two weeks.
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Councilmember Myers asked if a second franchisee offering this service could use the same poles. Mr.
Mar answered the City could not prevent other franchisees unless there was signal interference. Mr.
Snyder noted the pole units would be mounted on only 55 of the hundreds of poles in the City.
Mayor Fahey opened the public participation portion of the hearing.
Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, referred to his previous suggestion for an ordinance
prohibiting playing in City streets, noting no such ordinance was currently in place. He suggested the
pole units be placed in trees to limit their visibility.
Mayor Fahey closed the public participation portion of the hearing and remanded the matter to Council.
Mr. Snyder pointed out a second public hearing will be held on January 21. He stressed this technology
only operates from a fixed location and is not a mobile service.
12. MAYOR
Mayor Fahey advised there are two open positions on the Snohomish County Boundary Review Board;
one appointment will be make by Governor Locke, the other is confirmed by the Cities and Towns
Association. The Cities and Towns Association will take action at their next meeting and she urged
Councilmembers to attend. Mayor Fahey described the requirements for the appointment and
encouraged Councilmembers and/or citizens to contact her office with recommendations.
Mayor Fahey reported an earlier 800 Megahertz System bond passed in Edmonds but failed county -wide.
She described the critical need for an 800 Megahertz system and explained another county -wide proposal
may be brought forward in the future. In the meantime, it is important that the rights to the 17 channels
be acquired. At a meeting today, she expressed the City's desire to be an establishing partner of the
system. Mountlake Terrace also wishes to be a partner in establishing the rights to the system. At the
meeting, it was agreed that an initial agreement would be established between SnoCom and Everett (with
an interlocal agreement allowing Everett to be the lead agency) and communities who participate in
SnoCom would be established as partners. All communities participating in SnoCom must agree to enter
into an interlocal agreement,. which will be considered at the Medic 7/SnoCom meeting on January 9. If
this does not occur, an interlocal agreement between Everett, Lynnwood, Edmonds and possibly
Mountlake Terrace would be necessary to acquire the rights to the 17 channels.
It was the consensus of the Council that SnoCom enter into an interlocal agreement to acquire the rights
to the 17 channels.
13. COUNCIL
Observing that Councilmember White was appointed to the committee for National League of Cities,
Council President Earling recommended he attend the meeting in Washington DC in March.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, TO
APPROVE FUNDING FOR COUNCILMEMBER WHITE TO ATTEND THE NATIONAL
LEAGUE OF CITIES MEETING IN WASHINGTON DC, FUNDING TO BE PROVIDED FROM
THE COUNCIL CONTINGENCY FUND. MOTION CARRIED.
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Councilmember Haakenson commended the tremendous job the City's Police, Fire and Public Works
departments did during the recent storms. He reported the Port of Edmonds' damage report estimates
100 boats were sunk and 200 boats are floating but damaged. The damage to the marina is estimated to
be $15 million and the clean-up is estimated to be $1 million. The roof has been removed from half of
the docks and docks I and J have been opened to boat owners to check on their boats. The rebuilding
operation is under consideration.
Councilmember Myers complimented Councilmember Haakenson, who owns a 4 -wheel drive vehicle,
for assisting his neighbors.
Observing the rumors that have circulated recently, Councilmember Petruzzi reiterated that only purified
effluent overflowed from the treatment plant; there was no contamination. He commended the treatment
plant employees for their diligence in the situation.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke said his first year on the Council has been interesting. He was proud of
the cooperation between the Mayor, Councilmembers and City staff.
Councilmember White described the assistance provided by citizens and was encouraged by the way
citizens and staff reacted in the recent emergency.
14. RECOGNITION OF RETIRING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS MEMBERS
Sister Cities Commission
Mayor Fahey invited Chair Steve Waite to join her. She announced Mr. Waite will be leaving the
committee and Al Huff will be the new Commission Chair. Parks and Recreation Manager Arvilla
Ohlde is the staff liaison to the Commission. Two Commissioners who joined to fulfill an expired term,
Al Huff and Richard Tarbuck, will be reappointed to the Commission. Five citizens will be appointed to
the Commission, Dr. Ellen Kahan, Ken Chang, Valerie Cole Kelley, Lawrence Cretin, and Susan Luong.
Each new Commissioner gave a brief statement regarding their interest in serving on the Commission.
COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, TO
CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENTS TO THE SISTER CITIES COMMISSION FOR THE TERM
OF JANUARY 1, 1997 TO DECEMBER 31,1999. MOTION CARRIED.
COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
EARLING, TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF AL HUFF AND RICHARD TARBUCK.
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey presented plaques to June Cornett, Valerie Dickison, Chris Guitton, Lynn Moore, and
Steve Waite, who are retiring from the Sister Cities Commission. Mayor Fahey acknowledged current
Commissioners JoLynn Summy, Marlean Kelly, Iyoko Okano, Hellon Wilkerson, and Janice McKee as
well as former Commissioner Lorraine Moran. Councilmembers congratulated new, retiring, and current
Sisters Cities Commissioners.
Planning Board
Mayor Fahey reported current Chair Chris Keuss will be retiring from the Board and Commissioner
Lynn Lacy will be the Chair this year. Mayor Fahey advised, as a result of the selection process, Marlo
Massie was selected as the recommended appointee for an alternate position on the Planning Board. Ms.
Massie briefly described her interest in serving on the Board.
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COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
HAAKENSON, TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF MARLO MASSIE TO THE POSITION
OF ALTERNATE TO THE PLANNING BOARD. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey presented plaques to retiring Boardmembers Phyllis Becker, Chris Keuss, and Ken Mattson
and requested the Council confirm the reappointment of John Dewhirst and Melody Tereski.
COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN DEWHIRST AND MELODY
TERESKI. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey recognized current Planning Boardmembers Rob Morrison, James Pidduck, Gary Grayson,
Lynn Lacy, Melody Tereski, John Dewhirst, and Bruce Witenberg. Councilmembers congratulated new,
retiring, and current Planning Boardmembers. Mayor Fahey said Planning Supervisor Jeff Wilson is the
staff representative and liaison to the Planning Board.
Library Board
Mayor Fahey advised one appointment has not yet been made to the Library Board. The application
deadline was December 31; fifteen applications were received. The Library Board will begin
interviewing candidates at its next meeting. Mayor Fahey invited former Chair, Peggy Olson, and new
Chair Fred Gautschi to join her. She noted Parks and Recreation Manager Arvilla Ohlde is the staff
liaison to the Board. Mayor Fahey presented a plaque to retiring Boardmember Mary Kaiser and
recognized current Boardmembers Marion Wilkerson, Peggy Olson, and Mary Fisher. The Council
congratulated the current and retiring Boardmembers.
Cemetery Board
Mayor Fahey advised there is currently one opening on the Board; the Council previously consumed the
appointment of Bobbie Sherman to the Board. She requested the Council confirm. the reappointment of
Boardmember Esther Sellers.
COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, TO
CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF ESTHER SELLERS TO THE CEMETERY BOARD.
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey recognized current Cemetery Boardmembers Marvene McGinness, Ruth Sater, Dorothy
Williamson, Glen Grace, Esther Sellers, John Steinberger, Dale Hoggins, Rosemary Specht, and Bobbie
Sherman. She presented a plaque to Debbie Johnson for her service on the Board from 1993 to 1996.
The Council congratulated the current and retiring Boardmembers.
Architectural Design Board
Mayor Fahey reported James Young will chair the Board this year, former Chair Jeff Oaklief will remain
on the Board. She advised a position for a certified architect is currently open. She presented a plaque to
retiring Boardmember Alan Bylsma and recognized current Boardmembers Steve Sullivan, James
Young, Craig Pierce, and Linda Goodrich. Associate Planner John Bissell is the staff liaison to the
Board. Mayor Fahey requested the Council confirm the reappointment of Steve Sullivan to the Board.
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COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
EARLING, TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF STEVE SULLIVAN TO THE
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD. MOTION CARRIED.
The Council congratulated the retiring and current Boardmembers.
Civil Service Board
Mayor Fahey recognized current Boardmembers Brian Comstock and Chuck Cain and presented a
plaque to retiring Boardmember Pam Harkins. Mayor Fahey encouraged citizens to apply for the vacant
position on this Board. She noted Personnel Manager Brent Hunter and Personnel Coordinator Georgia
LaBelle are the staff liaisons to this Board.
Arts Commission
Mayor Fahey introduced the new Cultural Resource Coordinator, Frances Chapin, and the recommended
appointees to the Commission, Edwina Baxter and Howard Rosenthal. Ms. Baxter and Mr. Rosenthal
briefly described their interest in serving on the Arts Commission.
COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING, TO
CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF EDWINA BAXTER AND HOWARD ROSENTHAL,TO
THE ARTS COMMISSION. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey presented a plaque to Boardmembers Donna Leavitt and Maria Miron. She recognized the
current Arts Commission Chair Carolyn Stark and Commissioners Peter Hodges, John Hustad, Darlene
McLellan and Angela Tapogna. The Council congratulated the new, retiring and current Commissioners.
With no further business, Mayor Fahey adjourned the meeting at 10:06 p.m.
BARBARA S. FAHEY, MAYOR
SANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK
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January 7, 1997
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AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
Plaza Meeting Room - Library Building
650 Main Street
7:00 -10:00 P.M.
JANUARY 7, 1997
CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
FLAG SALUTE
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 17, 1996
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #12221 THRU #14517 FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 16, 1996, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $435,749.95; AND APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #12223 THRU #14645 FOR THE
WEEK OF DECEMBER 30, 1996, IN THE AMOUNT OF $247,227.65. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL
WARRANTS #14147 THRU #14336 FOR THE PERIOD DECEMBER 1 THROUGH DECEMBER '15, 1996, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $438,190.10; AND APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #14338 THRU #14540 FOR
THE PERIOD DECEMBER 16 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1996, IN THE AMOUNT OF $467,993.68.
(D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM CLIFF SANDERLIN ($822.77)
(E) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF BRACKETT'S LANDING PARK
SOUTH
3. AUDIENCE (3 minute limit per person)
4. (5 Min.) SELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT
5. (5 Min.) SELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM
6. (10 Min.) PROPOSED RESOLUTION COMMENDING COUNCIL PRESIDENT DAVID O. EARLING
7. (10 Min.) COUNCIL PRESIDENT -APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES
8. (5 Min.) PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPOINTING COUNCILMEMBERS TO THE SNOHOMISH HEALTH DISTRICT
BOARD
9. (5 Min.) PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPOINTING COUNCILMEMBERS TO THE SNOHOMISH COUNTY PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT AREA CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
10. (15 Min.) HEARING REGARDING A FRANCHISE TO UTILIZE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR RADIO WAVE DATA
TRANSMISSION SERVICES BY METROCOM, INC.
11. (20 Min.) UPDATE ON EFFECTS OF RECENT STORMS
12. (5 Min.) MAYOR
13. (15 Min.) COUNCIL
14. (45 Min.) RECOGNITION OF RETIRING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS MEMBERS (Reception Following)
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