03/18/1997 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
MARCH 18, 1997
The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Barbara Fahey in the
Library Plaza Room, 650 Main Street, followed by the flag salute.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
STAFF PRESENT
Barbara Fahey, Mayor
Michael Springer, Fire Chief
Dave Earling, Council President
Robin Hickok, Police Chief
Roger L. Myers, Councilmember
Paul Mar, Community Services Director
Jim White, Councilmember
Arvilla Ohlde, Parks and Recreation Manager
Dick Van Hollebeke, Councilmember
Art Housler, Administrative Services Director
Gary Haakenson, Councilmember
Jeff Wilson, Current Planning Supervisor
Thomas A. Miller, Councilmember
Noel Miller, Public Works Superintendent
James Walker, City Engineer
ABSENT
Stephen Koho, Treatment Plant Manager
John Nordquist, Councilmember
Brent Hunter, Personnel Manager
Scott Rogers, Park Maintenance Supervisor
ALSO PRESENT
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Robbie Cuningham, Student Representative
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE
MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
HAAKENSON, FOR APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED.
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Earling pulled Consent Agenda Item S; Councilmember Myers pulled Item J; and
Councilmember White pulled Item M.
COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED FOR APPROVAL OF THE REMAINING
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS. MOTION CARRIED. The agenda items passed are as follows:
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 21
AND 22,1997
(C) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 4, 1997
(D) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #15168 THRU #16097 FOR THE WEEK OF
MARCH 3, '1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $432,432.57; APPROVAL OF CLAIM
WARRANTS #15170 THRU #16226 FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 10, 1997, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $189,556.89; AND APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #15136 THRU
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#15329 FOR THE PERIOD FEBRUARY 16 THRU FEBRUARY 28, 1997, IN THE
INAMOUNT OF $416,036.47
(E) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF SELF CONTAINED
BREATHING APPARATUS
(F) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR EMPLOYEES' UNIFORM CLEANING
SERVICE
(G) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN AGREEMENT WITH EDMONDS—SOUTH
Market SNOHOMISH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOR EDMONDS SUMMER MARKET
(H)
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH SYSTEM INTERFACE, INC. FOR THE WATER/SEWER TELEMETRY UPGRADE PROJECT
(I) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE SHOP EQUIPMENT FOR TREATMENT PLANT
FROM TOOL TOWN ($4,977.00)
(K) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH R.W. BECK & ASSOCIATES FOR THE MEADOWDALE DRAINAGE INVESTIGATION
(L) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE COMPUTER SOFTWARE TO SUPPORT THE
HUMAN RESOURCES PLAN
(N) AUTHORIZATION FOR STAFF TO ADVERTISE FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR CITY PARK IMPROVEMENTS
(0) REVISION TO CITY POLICY REGARDING REQUIREMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS
LICENSE APPLICATION AND FEE FOR CHANGE OF ADDRESS
(P) RESOLUTION NO. 865 AMENDING THE FEES ADOPTED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER
15.00 OF THE EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE AND RESOLUTION
NO. 852 TO INCREASE FEES RELATING TO APPLICATIONS AND PERMITS FOR
BUILDING, PLUMBING AND OTHER RELATING PERMITS
(Q) RESOLUTION NO. 866 ESTABLISHING A PUBLIC HEARING DATE ON APRIL 15,
1997, FOR A REQUEST TO VACATE TRIANGULAR PIECE OF UNDEVELOPED
RIGHT-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO THE WEST SIDE OF FIRDALE AVENUE WITH
APPROXIMATELY 210 LINEAR FEET OF FRONTAGE ON FIRDALE AVENUE,
LYING NORTH OF THE VACATED PORTION OF THE 240TH STREET SOUTHWEST
RIGHT-OF-WAY (Applicant: Secure Capital, Inc. / File No. ST -97-8)
(R) RESOLUTION NO. 867 TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 851 BY ADOPTING
PROCEDURES FOR FEE REFUNDS, PROVIDING FOR INCREASED FEES TO COVER
THE COSTS OF PROCESSING PERMITS FILED AS A RESULT OF A VIOLATION OF
CITY CODE, AND ESTABLISHING A FEE AND PROCESS FOR THE COST OF
TRANSCRIPT PREPARATION AND ULTIMATE FEE RECOVERY
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Item J: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Interlocal Agreement with Edmonds School District 15 for
Ballfield Maintenance and Scheduling
Councilmember Myers said he pulled this item to point out how well the school district and the City can
work together to provide better ballfields.
COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WHITE, FOR
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM J. MOTION CARRIED. The item approved is as
follows:
(J) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH
EDMONDS SCHOOL DISTRICT 15 FOR BALLFIELD MAINTENANCE AND
SCHEDULING
Item M: Authorization for Out-of-State Travel for Specialized School
Councilmember White said this item was reviewed by the Public Safety Committee after it was pulled
from a previous Consent Agenda. Staff requests out-of-state travel for the Fire Department Mechanic for
specialized school for repair and maintenance of a high pressure air compressor. The Public Safety
Committee confirmed the cost to bring in an out-of-state technician for repairs is exorbitant and
recommended an employee be certified in maintenance and repair which conforms to the requirements of
the warranty. Councilmember White pointed out certifying an employee would result in substantial
savings to the City.
COUNCILMEMBER WHITE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, FOR
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM M. MOTION CARRIED. The item approved is as
follows:
(M) AUTHORIZATION FOR OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR SPECIALIZED SCHOOL
Item S: Proposed Ordinance Enacting No Re -Parking in the Same 100 Block on a Permanent Basis
Council President Earling stated he pulled this item in order to vote against the ordinance. This is
consistent with previous votes related to this matter.
COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, FOR PASSAGE OF ITEM S. MOTION CARRIED, COUNCIL PRESIDENT
EARLING OPPOSED. The item approved is as follows:
(S) ORDINANCE NO. 3138 ENACTING NO RE -PARKING IN THE SAME 100 BLOCK ON
A PERMANENT BASIS. The Ordinance reads as follows:
ORDINANCE 3138 ADDING NEW SECTION 8.48.162 TO THE EDMONDS CITY CODE
IN ORDER TO CREATE A NEW PARKING INFRACTION TO PROHIBIT THE
MOVING OF A VEHICLE FROM ONE SPACE TO ANOTHER WITHIN A CITY
BLOCK IN ORDER TO AVOID A PARKING TIME LIMIT
3. AUDIENCE
Mayor Fahey explained that while she respects the public's freedom of speech and right to express their
views, she would no longer allow vitriolic attacks on herself or the Council. She indicated a speaker
would be asked to leave the podium if their testimony was presented in an inappropriate manner.
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Ray Albano, 20916 76th Ave W, Edmonds, suggested the City consider a City Manager form of
government rather than hiring an assistant for the Mayor. He said this issue will likely be on the ballot at
the next mayoral election as a result of a strong initiative effort. Further, he felt if the City could fund an
assistant for the Mayor, it should be able to fund Emergency Medical Services. He commented the
Financial Center renovation would eliminate the need for out-of-town Council retreats, the expense of
hotel rooms, and allow citizens to attend. He questioned why all Councilmembers submitted the same
mileage for the Council retreat when each live in different areas of Edmonds.
Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, submitted written comments for Council's review.
He suggested citizens be allowed to have input on the Telecommunications Officer. He also suggested
the City contact the Port of Edmonds regarding a boat owner who was unable to cash a check written by
his insurance company.
In response to comments, Mayor Fahey advised the transport fees for EMS service are being charged by
Medic 7; concerns should be expressed directly to the Medic 7 Board. The City of Edmonds does not
assess transport fees for Basic Life Support transport.
11. CLOSED RECORD APPEAL OF THE DECISION BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD
TO APPROVE AN APPLICATION BY THE PORT OF EDMONDS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION
OF NEW COVERED MOORAGE STRUCTURES AND FLOATS TO REPLACE DAMAGED STRUCTURES
IN THE PORT MARINA WHICH IS GENERALLY LOCATED AT 336 ADMIRAL WAY. (Appellant:
Robert Van Citters Jr. & Roy NcCorchuck / Applicant: Port of Edmonds. File Nos. ADB -97-6 and AP -97-15.)
Mr. Snyder explained that in his review of the transcript received by the Council, and in comparison to
the minutes, it has been determined that the Council has received only a partial record. He explained the
closed record appeal allowed the Council to review only the record of the prior proceeding. Therefore,
the Council cannot hear and decide this matter as the full evidence is not available to the Council. He
suggested the appeal be continued to the next available hearing date in order to allow preparation of a
full transcript.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
HAAKENSON, TO SCHEDULE AGENDA ITEM 11 (CLOSED RECORD APPEAL OF THE
DECISION BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD BY THE PORT OF EDMONDS) ON
THE COUNCIL WORK MEETING AGENDA ON MARCH 25, 1997.
At the request of Councilmember Myers, Mayor Fahey asked the appellants if continuing this hearing
would be convenient for them. Mr. Van Citters answered yes, provided it was at 7:00 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED.
4. INTRODUCTION OF CAROL PIDDUCK, CIVIL SERVICE BOARD, AND BEVERLY
KAUFMAN, LIBRARY BOARD
Mayor Fahey explained several citizens applied for this position and it was a difficult decision.
Personnel Manager Brent Hunter introduced Carol Pidduck and described her background and
qualifications. Ms. Pidduck expressed pleasure for the opportunity to serve the City.
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Council President Earling congratulated the Pidduck family who recently received the Puget Sound
Basin Boy Scout Family of the Year Award. Ms. Pidduck pointed out Councilmember Miller also
recently received several awards from the Boy Scouts.
Fred Gautschi, Chair of the Library Board, introduced Beverly Kaufrnan and described her background
and the function of the Library Board. Ms. Kaufman thanked the Library Board for appointing her to
this position.
5. REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Public Safety Committee.
Committee Member White reported Assistant Fire Chief Tim Whitman presented figures that
demonstrated the need for the City to be involved in the hazardous materials response team. Due to
significant costs, Assistant Fire Chief Whitman was asked to determine revenue sources for continuing
certification of firefighters for the hazardous materials response team. The committee discussed the
fire/dive boat and requested Police Chief Hickok and Parks and Recreation Manager Ohlde examine the
type of response the City needs. The committee discussed future technology needs of the Police
Department; Chief Hickok will develop a five-year plan due to the significant costs involved. Discussion
of the two exercise rooms in the planned Public Safety complex explained they would both be used by
fire and police as neither is big enough for both departments. The committee discussed out-of-state
travel for specialized school; this item was approved on tonight's Consent Agenda.
Finance Committee
Committee Member Miller reported Parks and Recreation Manager Ohlde and Park Maintenance
Supervisor Rogers described a proposal to purchase an automatic irrigation system for parks which
would regulate water usage in all City parks and ultimately result in a $6,000 - $7,000 cost savings to the
City. The committee recommended this item be placed on the regular Council agenda in order for the
full City Council to hear the presentation. The committee also discussed the current requirement for a
new business license application and fee for change of address that arose as a result of hair stylists in the
City who relocate. it was recommended only a renewal fee be charged for individual stylists who have
an existing business and only their address changes. This item was approved on tonight's Consent
Agenda. The committee reviewed the recommendation to purchase two police vehicles and one public
works vehicle to replace older vehicles with high mileage and recommended approval and placement on
the Council Consent Agenda when bids are received. Following a presentation regarding computer
software to support the Human Resource Plan, the committee recommended this item be placed on the
Council Consent Agenda. A Home Occupancy B & O Tax was discussed (survey material was
forwarded to Councilmembers); this issue is under consideration at this time. Petty Cash expenditures
for the month of February were also approved.
Community Services Committee
Committee Member Haakenson reported on the ballfield improvements Interlocal Agreement; proposed
Committee upgrades will be made to the Madrona School and the Old Woodway Elementary School ballfields at a
low cost and fees for field use will cover all expenses. The committee discussed miscellaneous planning
fees, including a method for refunding fees when necessary and determining appeals fees. This was
approved on tonight's Consent Agenda. Following the committee's discussion of the remaining
annexations (Esperance, Norma Beach/Picnic Point, and Perrinville), staff was directed to bring the
Esperance annexation workplan to the Council for review and provide an updated status report on the .
Perrinville situation. The committee discussed stormwater "equity" on large parcels, street
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overlay/treatment programs, and the need for a roadway striping program. New federal regulatory
mandates are anticipated that would no _longer allow the currently used solvent -based paint for street
striping because of environmental coricerns. The committee directed staff to gather more definite
regulatory mandate information and bring this matter to the full Council for discussion and possible
action.
6. REPORT ON BIDS OPENED MARCH 17, 1997, FOR THE CARPETING FOR THE NEW CITY
HALL BUILDING
Community Services Director Paul Mar explained the five bids were opened March 17 and the low
bidders were within 10%. He thanked Public Works Superintendent Noel Miller, City Engineer Jim
Walker, and their staff for assembling this package during the last two days. The apparent low bidder is
Sterling Contract Flooring; staff has completed their reference check.
For Councilmember Van Hollebeke, Mr. Mar advised staff recommended approval of both the base bid
and alternate.
Mr. Mar clarified the expenditure required was $57,100—the budgeted amount of $51,903.80 plus a 10%
contingency.
COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO STERLING CONTRACT FLOORING IN THE
AMOUNT OF $51,903.80 FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF CARPETING FOR
THE NEW CITY HALL BUILDING. MOTION CARRIED.
7. AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS TO PURCHASE AN AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION
SYSTEM FOR THE PARKS
Parks and Recreation Manager Arvilla Ohlde introduced Scott Rogers, Grounds Supervisor in the Park
Maintenance Division. She explained the City currently has 41 individually controlled, manually
operated irrigation systems in City parks. if a change to the controllers is necessary, it is not physically
possible to change all of them in a short period of time. The proposed automatic irrigation system is
integrated via a computer system which reads a weather report indicating the amount of precipitation in
the region and moisture in the Edmonds area to determine the amount of water needed for that site on a
given day. This will result in an estimated 25% cost savings for water consumption. She pointed out the
1997 budget did not include this cost savings as it was not known if the irrigation system would be
approved by the Council.
For Councilmember Myers, Mr. Rogers explained there are several weather stations in the region
(Bothell, Redmond, Bellevue) whose data, coupled with a gauge in Edmonds, determines how much
water is in the soil and the amount of irrigation needed.
For Councilmember Haakenson, Mr. Rogers explained the system can control anything electrical,
including the fountain at 5th and Main, field lights, or any future water features in the City.
COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MYERS, TO APPROVE CALL FOR BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN AUTOMATIC
IRRIGATION SYSTEM FOR PARKS.
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Council President Earling recommended the "Previous Council Action" section on the Agenda Memo
include the action recommended by the Council Committee.
MOTION CARRIED.
8. 1997 SALARY ORDINANCE FOR NON -REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES
Personnel Manager Brent Hunter explained the Ordinance authorizes a 2.9% salary adjustment for all
non -represented employees, effective January 1, 1997. If approved, authorization to transfer funds from
the Council Contingency Fund to the appropriate departments .in the General Fund is also requested.
City Attorney Scott Snyder explained the Washington State Constitution prohibits the retroactive
payment of funds to employees for work already done unless there is some additional consideration. He
noted the Ordinance refers to "continued employment"; there have been cases in the State of Washington
where retroactive payments are permitted if the agreement of the employees is to remain for some
additional period of time. He recommended Section 3 be amended to read, "Amendments to the prior
annual salary ordinance provided herein shall be effective January 1, 1997 for any employee who is
employed by the City on such date and remains with the City on May 1, 1997." He recommended
Section 4 be amended to read, "Edmonds Ordinance 3064 and 3069, relating to non -represented exempt
employees, are hereby repealed."
Mr. Hunter suggested the amendment read April 1 rather than May 1. Mr. Snyder said he discussed how
long is "enough" for continued employment with the State Auditor due to a question raised in the audit
regarding a two week period. Mr. Hunter pointed out this would delay the pay increase until May 1,
1997.
Councilmember Myers pointed out this recommendation came from the Long Range Financial Task
Force who is in the process of reviewing the Human Resource Plan. He stressed this item was not part of
the Human Resources Plan.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, TO APPROVE THE 1997 SALARY ORDINANCE (ORDINANCE NO. 3139) AS
AMENDED BY MR. SNYDER FOR THE NON -REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES AND ASK THAT
AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM THE COUNCIL CONTINGENCY
FUND TO THE APPROPRIATE DEPARTMENTS IN THE GENERAL FUND AS REQUESTED.
MOTION CARRIED. The Ordinance reads as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 3139 ESTABLISHING THE SALARY RANGES FOR NON-REPRESENTED
EXEMPT PERSONNEL; REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBERS 3064 AND 3069 , THE 1996
SALARY ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR INSURANCE BENEFITS, INCLUDING LIFE AND
DISABILITY INSURANCE
9. HEARING ON THE INTERIM ZONING MORATORIUM ON CURB CUTS IN THE
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS AREA
Current Planing Supervisor Jeff Wilson explained on February 18 the Council adopted an emergency
ordinance to amend portions of Chapter 18 to provide a moratorium on curb cuts in the downtown
business area. Also on February 18, the Council adopted Ordinance 3132 which provided permanent
amendments to Chapter 18 regarding how curb cuts are allocated and permits issued for curb cuts in the
downtown business area. The moratorium was only for the time period between adoption of the
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emergency ordinance on February 18 until the effective date of Ordinance 3132. Ordinance 3132 has
become effective, therefore, emergency Ordinance 3131 may be repealed. He explained the adoption of
an emergency ordinance requires the Council to hold a hearing within 60 days. Staff recommends
Council consider any public testimony and adopt the proposed ordinance to repeal Ordinance 3131.
Mayor Fahey opened the public comment portion of the hearing. No members of the audience wished to
address the Council, therefore, Mayor Fahey closed the public comment portion and remanded the matter
to Council.
COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WHITE, TO
ADOPT PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 3140 AND REPEAL ORDINANCE 3131. MOTION
CARRIED. The Ordinance reads as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 3140 REPEALING EDMONDS ORDINANCE NO. 3131, AN ORDINANCE
Ord. 3131 ESTABLISHING AN INTERIM ZONING MORATORIUM ON CURB CUTS IN THE
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS AREA
10. HEARING ON THE ADOPTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
MANUAL AND THE CRITERIA FORMERLY SET FORTH IN REPEALED CHAPTER 15.15
ECDC AS PART OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AS AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE
Current Planing Supervisor Jeff Wilson explained prior to the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan, the
Council adopted the Urban Design Manual for the Architectural Design Board (ADB) to base its
decisions on. The adoption of the new Comprehensive Plan inadvertently repealed the Design Manual,
eliminating the legal basis for the ADB's decisions. On February 25, Council adopted an Interim Zoning
ordinance readopting the Design Manual. The Council is required to hold a public hearing within 60
days of the adoption of an interim ordinance to take testimony on the ordinance and determine if it
should become effective for a period of time. He noted it was anticipated the Interim Zoning ordinance
would be in place for six months as the upcoming Comprehensive Plan update will include an Urban
Design element.
Mayor Fahey opened the public comment portion of the hearing.
Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, Edmonds, asked if any changes had been made to the original
Chapter document. City Attorney Scott Snyder advised the Chapter was being readopted as it previously
existed. Any changes would be done via the Comprehensive Plan process. Mr. Hertrich questioned the
addition of "Community Culture". Mr. Wilson advised Community Culture is only a new title. Mr.
Snyder clarified Community Culture is a heading, not a document.
Mayor Fahey closed the public comment portion of the hearing and remanded the matter to Council.
For Councilmember Miller, Mr. Snyder explained Chapter 15.05 previously was the introduction to a
series of chapters that contained various elements of the Comprehensive Plan. Chapter 15.05 now adopts
various documents by reference.
COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, TO DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE THE APPROPRIATE
FINDINGS OF FACT TO SUPPORT THE ADOPTED INTERIM ORDINANCE NO. 3131 FOR
APPROVAL BY THE COUNCIL ON THE APRIL 1ST COUNCIL CONSENT AGENDA.
MOTION CARRIED.
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12. MAYOR
Mayor Fahey reported in addition to attending legislative conferences and serving on the Transportation
League of Policy Committee at the National League of Cities meeting, she met with elected officials regarding
Cities Conf possible amendments to the Fair Housing Act. Legislation has again been introduced in the House to
address Edmonds' concerns; unfortunately, the proposed Senate Bill does not address the City's concerns
but only freedom of speech issues. She urged citizens to encourage Washington State Senators to
sponsor a companion bill and to locate sponsors. Mayor Fahey remarked she learned a great deal
regarding train safety including the existing requirement that each container must be clearly labeled and
a manifest of containers be maintained in the engine. She advised the highest priority of the
Transportation Policy Committee is to develop proactive policies regarding at -grade separation and to
address other safety issues arising from vehicular/pedestrian traffic and train movement. She also
learned of new stormwater regulations, lobbied to retain ISTEA funding, and spoke with Legislators
regarding funding for the Edmonds multimodal site.
Mayor Fahey reported the Washington Department of Ecology and the U.S. Coast Guard will conduct a
joint spill response exercise on March 19 and 20.
Mayor Fahey further announced citizens are invited to a Citizen's Advisory Committee meeting on
Wednesday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the Edmonds School District Educational Service Center to meet
with representatives of Community Transit to discuss improvements to transit service in the region.
13. COUNCIL
RTA Council President Earling reported he met with the Senate Appropriation Committee staff on behalf of
the RTA. The RTA is seeking $500 million over the next ten years; there is a high level of interest in
the project due to the 80% match in local taxes. He pointed out his trip was funded by the RTA.
Councilmember Haakenson commented that the proposed Assistant to the Mayor position (mentioned
during public comments) was one of many recommendations made by the Human Resources Consultant.
However, that position has not been approved; it and other recommendations will not be approved until
adequate funds are identified. He referred to the comment regarding Council mileage to the retreat and
stated his understanding was mileage was reimbursable from one's place of employment to their
destination. He then thanked the Park Department for trimming two huge Maple trees at 5th and Main
which made the clock visible on one of the buildings.
Councilmember Myers advised Student Representative Cuningham would miss several meetings due to
conflicts with the Edmonds-Woodway Varsity Soccer team.
Councilmember White reported he participated on the Public Safety and Crime Prevention Committee;
discussion included police and fire communication congestion during emergencies, public safety and
Committee J technology training and funding, and juvenile offender issues.
Councilmember White said he has asked City Attorney Snyder to look into what incentives the City can
legally offer in contract bidding with City businesses. He noted the bid for purchase and installation of
carpet for the new City Hall building included four Seattle companies and one Edmonds company; the
Edmonds company was the second highest bidder and did not get the contract.
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Public Councilmember Miller reported on the Edmonds School District Public Education Foundation fund
Education raising effort and recognized Councilmembers Van Hollebeke and Haakerison and Mayor Fahey who
oundation also attended. He explained this voluntary program assists in raising funds for the community as well as
funding significant grants.
With no further business, Mayor Fahey adjourned the meeting at 8:43 p.m.
BARBARA S. FAHEY, MAYOR
SANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK
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AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
Plaza Meeting Room - Library Building
650 Main Street
7:00 -10:00 p.m.
MARCH 18, 1997
CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
FLAG SALUTE
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 21 AND 22, 1997
(C) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 4, 1997
(D) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #15168 THRU #16097 FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 3, 1997, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $432,432.57; APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #15170 THRU #16226 FOR THE WEEK OF
MARCH 10, 1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $189,556.89; AND APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #15136
THRU #15329 FOR THE PERIOD FEBRUARY 16 THRU FEBRUARY 28, 1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$416,036.47.
(E) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF SELF CONTAINED BREATHING
APPARATUS
(F) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR EMPLOYEES' UNIFORM CLEANING SERVICE
(G) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN AGREEMENT WITH EDMONDS-SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY
HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOR EDMONDS SUMMER MARKET
(H) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SYSTEMS
INTERFACE, INC. FOR THE WATER/SEWER TELEMETRY UPGRADE PROJECT
(1) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE SHOP EQUIPMENT FOR TREATMENT PLANT FROM TOOL TOWN
($4,977.00)
(J) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH EDMONDS SCHOOL
DISTRICT 15 FOR BALLFIELD MAINTENANCE AND SCHEDULING
(K) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH R. W. BECK &
ASSOCIATES FOR THE MEADOWDALE DRAINAGE INVESTIGATION
(L) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE COMPUTER SOFTWARE TO SUPPORT THE HUMAN RESOURCES
PLAN
(M) AUTHORIZATION FOR OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR SPECIALIZED SCHOOL
(N) AUTHORIZATION FOR STAFF TO ADVERTISE FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR CITY PARK IMPROVEMENTS
(0) REVISION TO CITY POLICY REGARDING REQUIREMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIO
AND FEE FOR CHANGE OF ADDRESS
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(P) PROPOSED RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FEES ADOPTED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 15.00 OF THE
EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE AND RESOLUTION NO: 852 TO INCREASE FEES
RELATING TO APPLICATIONS AND PERMITS FOR BUILDING, PLUMBING AND OTHER RELATED
PERMITS
(Q) PROPOSED RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A PUBLIC HEARING DATE ON APRIL 15, 1997, FOR A
REQUEST TO VACATE A TRIANGULAR PIECE OF UNDEVELOPED RIGHT-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO THE
WEST SIDE OF FIRDALE AVENUE WITH APPROXIMATELY 210 LINEAR FEET OF FRONTAGE ON
FIRDALE AVENUE, LYING NORTH OF THE VACATED PORTION OF THE 240TH STREET SOUTHWEST
RIGHT-OF-WAY (Applicant: Secure Capital, Inc. / File No. ST -97-8)
(R) PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 851 BY ADOPTING PROCEDURES FOR FEE
REFUNDS, PROVIDING FOR INCREASED FEES TO COVER THE COSTS OF PROCESSING PERMITS
FILED AS A RESULT OF A VIOLATION OF CITY CODE, AND ESTABLISHING A FEE AND PROCESS FOR
THE COST OF TRANSCRIPT PREPARATION AND ULTIMATE FEE RECOVERY
PROPOSED ORDINANCE ENACTING NO RE -PARKING IN THE SAME 100 BLOCK ON A PERMANENT
BASIS
AUDIENCE (3 minute limit per person)
INTRODUCTION OF CAROL PIDDOCK, CIVIL SERVICE BOARD, AND BEVERLY KAUFMAN, LIBRARY
BOARD
5. (15 Min.) REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
6. (15 Min.) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED MARCH 17, 1997, FOR THE CARPETING FOR THE NEW CITY HALL
BUILDING
7. (10 Min.) AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS TO PURCHASE AN AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM FOR THE
PARKS
8. (10 Min.) - 1997 SALARY ORDINANCE FOR NON -REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES
9. (15 Min.) HEARING ON THE INTERIM ZONING MORATORIUM ON CURB CUTS IN THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS
AREA
10. (15 Min.) HEARING ON THE ADOPTION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN MANUAL AND
THE CRITERIA FORMERLY SET FORTH IN REPEALED CHAPTER 15.15 ECDC AS PART OF THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AS AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE
11. (45 Min.) CLOSED RECORD APPEAL OF THE DECISION BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD TO APPROVE
AN APPLICATION BY THE PORT OF EDMONDS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW COVERED
MOORAGE STRUCTURES AND FLOATS TO REPLACE DAMAGED STRUCTURES IN THE PORT MARINA
WHICH IS GENERALLY LOCATED AT 336 ADMIRAL WAY. (Appellant: Robert Van Citters Jr. & Roy
NcCorchuck / Applicant: Port of Edmonds. File Nos. ADB -97-6 and AP -97-15.)
12. (5 Min.) MAYOR
13. (15 Min.) COUNCIL
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