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04/15/1997 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES APRIL 15, 1997 Following an Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. regarding a legal matter, the Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Mayor Barbara Fahey in the Library Plaza Room, 650 Main Street. The meeting was opened with the flag salute. ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT Barbara Fahey, Mayor Dave Earling, Council President John Nordquist, Councilmember Roger L. Myers, Councilmember Jim White, Councilmember Dick Van Hollebeke, Councilmember Gary Haakenson, Councilmember Thomas A. Miller, Councilmember ALSO PRESENT Robbie Cuningham, Student Representative 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA STAFF PRESENT Michael Springer, Fire Chief John Westfall, Fire Inspector Al Compaan, Assistant Police Chief Paul Mar, Community Services Director Art Housler, Administrative Services Director Jeff Wilson, Current Planning Supervisor Noel Miller, Public Works Superintendent Phil Olbrechts, City Attorney Sandy Chase, City Clerk Jeannie Dines, Recorder COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, FOR APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. 2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS Councilmember Nordquist pulled Consent Agenda Items E, F, G, H, and I. COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MILLER, FOR APPROVAL OF THE REMAINING CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS. MOTION CARRIED. The agenda items approved are as follows: (A) ROLL CALL (B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 1, 1997 (C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #15176 THRU #16659 FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 31, 1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $146,757.50; APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #16661 THRU #16836 FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 7, 1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $501,626.41; AND APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #15511 THRU #15706 FOR THE PERIOD MARCH 16 THRU MARCH 31, 1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $420,573.37 (D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM MICHAEL J. HALL ($1,839.94) Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Item E: Report on Bids Opened April 1, 1997, for the Water Main Replacement Program and Award of Contract to Greenriver Construction ($326.050.42) Councilmember Nordquist pointed out the bid document did not include a reference to prevailing wages. Mr. Mar explained the prevailing wage table was part of the specifications when this was put out for bid. Councilmember Nordquist requested this information accompany a Report on Bids Openings in the future. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, FOR APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM E. The item approved is as follows: (E) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED APRIL 1, 1997, FOR THE WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROGRAM AND AWARD OF CONTRACT TO GREENRIVER CONSTRUCTION ($326.050.42) Item F: Report on Final Construction Costs for the Public Works Covered Storage Building Project and Council Acceptance of the Project For Councilmember Nordquist, Public Works Superintendent Noel Miller advised the original bid was $50,826.95, including state sales tax; overruns were electives. Staff realized there was no roof with the building as the original fiberglass roof had been destroyed when the treatment plant was built. It was planned to budget funds in 1997 in Street/Water for the roof materials and have City staff install the roof. However, due to higher than anticipated staff workloads, a reasonable price was provided by the contractor and a change order executed for the roof. The other change order ($2,500) was for refabrication of the steel building damaged during the move to the Public Works site. Councilmember Nordquist pointed out this was an example of how a project increased $36,000 above the original bid amount. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, FOR APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM F. The item approved is as follows: (F) REPORT ON FINAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS COVERED STORAGE BUILDING PROJECT AND COUNCIL ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT Mayor Fahey clarified $25,000 were changes; the remainder were known items that occurred prior to letting the contract. She noted an addendum describing the cost overruns was circulated to the Council this evening. Item G: Authorization for Staff to Advertise for Request for Qualifications for Professional Services for the Development of Software and Specifications of Hardware for the Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA Upgrade Project For Councilmember Nordquist, Community Services Director Paul Mar advised the initials on the Agenda Memo for the Community Services Department were his. Councilmember Nordquist asked if this was the request of the Engineering Department, not only staff's. Mr. Mar agreed. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, FOR APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM G. MOTION CARRIED. The item approved is as follows: Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 2 (G) AUTHORIZATION FOR STAFF TO ADVERTISE FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOFTWARE AND SPECIFICATIONS OF HARDWARE FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT Item H. Authorization to Purchase and Install an Oxygen Refilling System Councilmember Nordquist advised Fire Chief Michael Springer presented this item to the Finance Committee and a recommendation was made to authorize the purchase and installation of an Oxygen Refilling System. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA ITEM H. Councilmember Myers said the Public Safety Committee also heard the presentation and recommended the purchase and installation. Mayor Fahey advised this item was brought forward by one of the City's Fire Fighters and will result in substantial savings for the City. MOTION CARRIED. The item approved is as follows: (H) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL AN OXYGEN REFILLING SYSTEM Item I. Proposed Ordinance Amending the Provisions of Chapter 19.75 of the Edmonds Community Development Code to Add a New Section 19.75.090. Tanks Abandoned in. Place, Thereby Amending and Replacing Subsection 7902.1.7.2.4 of the 1994 Uniform Fire Code and State Building Code Councilmember Nordquist pointed out this ordinance would have a financial impact on homeowners who have an oil tank when their house is sold. Councilmember Haakenson stated the information on the Agenda Memo was incorrect—this item was moved to the Council Consent Agenda with the Community Services Committee recommendation for approval. COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE, FOR APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM I. MOTION CARRIED. The item approved is as follows: (1) ORDINANCE NO. 3141 AMENDING THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 19.75 OF THE EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE TO ADD A NEW SECTION 19.75.090, TANKS ABANDONED IN PLACE, THEREBY AMENDING AND REPLACING SUBSECTION 7902.1.7.2.4 OF THE 1994 UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND STATE BUILDING CODE Councilmember Myers pointed out the individual referenced in Consent Agenda Item D (Acknowledge receipt of claim for damages from Michael J. Hall) was not the local attorney, Michael Hall, who was previously a City Councilmember. 3. AUDIENCE Joan Meadows, 303 Howell Way (Olympic View Apartments), Edmonds, explained residents of Oympic View Apartments as well as the residents of Sound View were very concerned that their Section 8 Housing Contract may not be renewed. She requested the City ensure HUD receives the additional Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 3 funds necessary to renew the Section 8 contracts without removing funds from other housing programs. She pointed out residents of the apartments are senior members of the community who have limited funds. With rental assistance, residents are able to maintain their lives with some dignity. She pointed out the impact on the nation, state and community would be immense if the buildings are closed or if assistance were lost. On behalf of herself and other residents of Olympic View, she requested the City voice their support of Section 8 Housing to the Senate and House of Representatives. Mayor Fahey advised the City received a message regarding this matter earlier today. The matter is under investigation and she assured Ms. Meadows staff would be contacting her. Ray Albano, 20916, 76th Ave W, Edmonds, explained (in response to a comment made at the last City Council meeting) that citizens leave City Council meetings early because the chairs provided for the public are uncomfortable and he watches the remainder of the meeting on television. He commented Social Security, retired military, and City staff received a 2.9% salary increase; however, it is his understanding the City Council raised their salary. from $450 to $500, a 10% increase. He was told the last topic discussed at the Council retreat (personnel) is not on the audio recorded tape. If his review of the tapes determines this topic is missing, he will write each Councilmember and expect an individual response. If this topic is on the tape, he apologized. He expressed concern with the $55 charge for a covered location in Edmonds Parks. Al Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger, Edmonds, indicated he faxed a letter to the City regarding a Citizen Salary Committee and questioned wh this topic had not been raised with the Council. He commented on reports he has made to the Shoreline Council regarding adult entertainment. Mel Critchley, 705 Driftwood Place, Edmonds, said the reason he leaves Council meetings early is because he attends numerous other meetings he is not paid for. He reported a Congressman who took a job with Burlington Northern (BN) was being paid $300,000 per year; he worked less than one year and received $1 million in severance. Further, Mr. Critchley reported although BN's earnings have increased since 1992, they refuse to participate in safety measures. He pointed out BN Officers have indicated they intend to vote against the three proposals for safety if presented by stockholders at the annual meeting. He said while BN favors policies that promote safety in train operations, employee safety and diversity, they believe these issues are currently being addressed, and would require duplication of effort. He pointed out train separation would require a tunnel or overpass; therefore, the only solution is slower speeds. June McCallum, Olympic View Apartments, Edmonds, commented many residents have lived in these apartments for 20 years. Due to illnesses, many residents need the bars in halls and restrooms. Further, many residents cannot afford "normal" rents due to high medical expenses. She urged the City to investigate the Section 8 contract. Mayor Fahey assured her the City would look into this matter. 4. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING DISASTER PREPAREDNESS MONTH Mayor Fahey explained the City is doing everything they can to prepare for responses in the event of a major disaster and also want citizens to be prepared. She read a Proclamation declaring Aril as "Prepare Because you Care" Disaster Preparedness Month In Edmonds. Fire Chief Springer thanked Mayor Fahey and the Council for the Proclamation. Acknowledging the area has a history of disasters, he said the Fire Department is prepared and is now requesting citizens be prepared. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 4 Fire Inspector and Disaster Preparedness Coordinator John Westfall, on behalf of the Washington State Emergency Management, South Snohomish Emergency Services Coordinating Agency, and the Edmonds Fire Department, warned citizens of an impending disaster, one that may not be a major earthquake, fire, or winter storm. He urged citizens not to be afraid of disasters but to be prepared—to make a plan and practice the plan. He urged citizens to practice their plan in a Drop, Cover and Hold Drill on Thursday, April 24 at 9:56 a.m. The City staff will conduct a Drop, Cover and Hold Drill and meet at the Emergency Operations Center to review information gathered as a result of this year's winter storm. Councilmember Myers pointed out the Edmonds School District will participate in the Drop, Cover and Hold Drill and invited citizens to join them. Mayor Fahey advised the City is attempting to create a Citizens Emergency Response Team, a group of citizens who learn techniques to provide basic rescue procedures in the event of an emergency and before emergency response teams can respond. This program, sponsored by ESCA, requires a minimum of 15 individuals to participate in a seven week course beginning on May 1. She encouraged citizens to participate in this training to prepare for the needs of their families and neighbors in the event of a major emergency. She urged interested citizens to contact City Hall for further information. 5. REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS OF APRIL 8,1997 Community Services Committee Committee Member Haakenson reported Parks and Recreation Manager Arvilla Ohlde updated the Committee on playfield usage within the City. Committee members congratulated Ms. Ohlde on her part in the multi jurisdictional effort to put as many playfields as possible into usable condition. .The Committee's discussion of the lack of parking in downtown Edmonds revealed the only real solution would be a parking garage. Following a lengthy discussion regarding location and funding, the Committee directed staff to obtain additional information to be provided at next month's Community Services Committee Meeting. City Engineer Jim Walker briefed the Committee on the possibility of a Traffic Mitigation Study as a result of the Growth Management Act. Although funds were allocated in the budget for this study, the Committee agreed much of the study could be done in-house and directed staff to develop a plan for review with the Personnel Manager. Next, Mr. Walker described City -owned rights-of-way that will never be developed as City Streets and the possibility of vacation of these areas was discussed. The Committee directed staff to prepare an inventory of these locations with information regarding their developability, need for easements, and assessed values and report to the Committee for further review. Committee Member Haakenson further explained Planning Manager Rob Chave discussed posting of public notice signs by City staff and ways to decrease costs. Mr. Chave will provide a follow-up report next month. Mr. Chave indicated staff will be rewriting the Sandwich Board Ordinance next year. . Acknowledging this was a complex issue with many perspectives, the Committee recommended alternative signs be explored. Further, a letter regarding the proliferation of garage sale signs on City street corners was considered. The Committee requested citizens keep Edmonds beautiful by removing signs in a timely manner. Community Services Director Paul Mar presented an ordinance for a cost- effective option to fill, rather than remove, abandoned underground storage tanks. The Committee recommended approval and directed staff to place this item on the Council Consent Agenda. Regarding a request to designate a City Flower, the Committee recommended approval of the project which would be handled by the Mayor. Mr. Mar presented a follow-up report to the Committee on the Roadway Striping Program request; the Committee directed staff to present this topic to the Finance Committee, Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 5 noting that the Community Services Committee recommends Council approval to pursue the acquisition of roadway striping equipment in order to comply with the January 1, 1998 federal mandates. Committee Chairperson Van Hollebeke noted representatives from the Property Owner's Committee of the Edmonds Alliance for Economic Development were present at the Committee meeting, and enthusiastically endorsed the concept of improved parking. As a result, that Committee will meet .to develop funding methods; if feasible methods are developed, a presentation will be made to the Council. Finance Committee Committee Chairperson Nordquist reported Fire Chief Springer explained the hazardous materials response and the Committee recommended this item be placed on the Council's agenda. The Committee discussed the Thermal Imaging System and directed Chief Springer to monitor funding efforts. If additional funds are necessary ($17,000 of the $25,000 purchase price has been raised), the Committee will review this item again and make a recommendation to the Council. Chief Springer presented a proposal for oxygen bottle refilling and the Committee recommended it be placed on the Council's agenda but was approved on the Consent Agenda. The Committee also reviewed petty cash expenditures for the month of March. Public Safety Committee Committee Chairperson Myers reported the Public Safety Committee reviewed the D.A.R.E program, a program that is well received and beneficial to the City's youth. The Fireworks Ordinance was also discussed which resulted in' a number of citizens attending the meeting. The Independence Day Organization requested the City reconsider the ordinance that restricts the sale and use of fireworks; it was pointed out the sale of fireworks is often a fund raising activity. Assistant Fire Chief McComas provided a brief history of the reasons for the ban and the decrease in property damage. Another meeting was scheduled for this fall, and the Police and Fire Departments were directed to collect additional data. Members of the Edmonds Fire Safety Foundation made a presentation to the Committee and were asked to make a presentation to the full Council later this year. The Committee discussed Fire Department consolidation and directed this item be placed on the Council Agenda for discussion of a resolution regarding consolidation. Finally, the oxygen bottle refilling process was discussed which they felt would result in cost savings for the City. 6. ORDINANCE 3142 ESTABLISHING A ZONING MORATORIUM AND AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE IN ORDER TO HALT ANY ENFORCEMENT ACTION WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT OR LIMIT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF GROUP LIVING ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE DISABLED. FOR YOUTHS OR THE ELDERLY OF SIX OR FEWER SEEKING TO SITE IN RESIDENTIAL OR NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS ZONES, PLACING A MORATORIUM ON THE CONDITIONAL USE CRITERIA OF CHAPTER 20.18 AND THE REQUIREMENT FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ESTABLISHED M CHAPTER 16.30 WITH RESPECT TO GROUP HOMES FOR THE DISABLED. YOUTHS OR THE ELDERLY. CLARIFYING THAT SUCH A MORATORIUM SHALL NOT APPLY TO ANY HALFWAY HOUSE OR OTHER FACH.ITY IN WHICH INDIVIDUALS ARE INCARCERATED BY COURT ORDER OR OTHERWISE PLACED PURSUANT TO THE TERMS OF PROBATION OR PAROLE, ENACTING AS AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE A NEW CHAPTER 17.05, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS PROCESS, ESTABLISHING A HEARING DATE FOR THE MORATORIUM AND INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE Current Planning Supervisor Jeff Wilson explained this was primarily a housecleaning item. The City Attorney has prepared a moratorium and interim zoning ordinance. This institutes a moratorium on current regulations that prohibit certain facilities and provides for adoption of an interim ordinance to establish a new Chapter to identify procedures and processes for a reasonable accommodation process. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 6 He pointed out this action was in response to the Consent Decree issued by Judge Dwyer in Edmonds v. Oxford House. Staff recommends the hearing, required for a moratorium and interim ordinance, be held on June 3, 1997. The Planning Board will also begin the public hearing process necessary for formal adoption and amendment of the Edmonds Code. Phil Olbrechts, City Attorney, emphasized this action does not put the City in the position of being more lenient with regard to group homes. The action is necessary following the Oxford House case; this action puts the decision into legislation. The ordinance includes an accommodation process which provides the Planning Director with the authority to waive Zoning Code and Building Code requirements if they are in conflict with federal laws pertaining to non-discrimination against the disabled. One of the terms of the judgment on the Oxford House directed the City to create an administrative procedure to consider and act upon requests to reasonably accommodate the disabled and their care providers under City zoning ordinances, policies and practices, in accordance with the Fair Housing Act and will provide the parties with written notice of the proposed procedure and with the reasonable opportunity to comment on the proposed procedure during the legislative process to adopt the same. He pointed out the ordinance also includes a moratorium on the enforcement of the Chapter regarding group homes and Conditional Use Permits issued as well as a Conditional Use Permit in one of the zoning districts. He summarized the moratorium prohibits the City from enforcing Code provisions that were invalidated. Further, a recent court decision struck down a Bellevue Ordinance that placed restrictions on group homes for youth under the age of 18; the court held that youth were as protected as the disabled in the Fair Housing Act. Therefore, youth homes must also be included. He pointed out this ordinance did not permit group homes for individuals convicted of crimes, only persons who are considered handicapped under the Fair Housing Act or youth under the age of 18. COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON, THAT THE COUNCIL ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 3142 AND ESTABLISH A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE MORATORIUM AND INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE FOR JUNE 3, 1997. MOTION CARRIED. The ordinance reads as follows: ORDINANCE 3142 ESTABLISHING A ZONING MORATORIUM AND AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE IN ORDER TO HALT ANY ENFORCEMENT ACTION WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT OR LIMIT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF GROUP LIVING ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE DISABLED, FOR YOUTHS OR THE ELDERLY OF SIX OR FEWER SEEKING TO SITE IN RESIDENTIAL OR NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS ZONES, PLACING A MORATORIUM ON THE CONDITIONAL USE CRITERIA OF CHAPTER 20.18 AND THE REQUIREMENT FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ESTABLISHED IN CHAPTER 16.30 WITH RESPECT TO GROUP HOMES FOR THE DISABLED, YOUTHS OR THE ELDERLY, CLARIFYING THAT SUCH A MORATORIUM SHALL NOT APPLY TO ANY HALFWAY HOUSE OR OTHER FACILITY IN WHICH INDIVIDUALS ARE INCARCERATED BY COURT ORDER OR OTHERWISE PLACED PURSUANT TO THE TERMS OF PROBATION OR PAROLE, ENACTING AS AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE A NEW CHAPTER 17.05, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS PROCESS, ESTABLISHING A BE, DATE FOR THE MORATORIUM AND INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE 7. RESOLUTION OF INTENT NO. 271 TO EXPLORE ALTERNATE METHODS OF PROVIDING FIRE SERVICE IN THE SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY REGION Mayor Fahey explained three years ago City Councilmembers were invited to a presentation by various cities regarding their opinion of fire service consolidation. As a result of automatic and mutual aid, fire departments in cities in South Snohomish County operate collaboratively. As administrative services do not operate collaboratively it was suggested consideration be given to consolidation. In the last year, due to concerns regarding increasing costs and creation of rescue response teams in the region, some Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 7 Councilmembers felt it was timely to reopen discussion regarding consolidation. As a result, a meeting was held in July 1996 with representatives from all cities in the region to discuss benefits and obstacles of fire consolidation. A decision was made to discuss consolidation with each Council to determine whether cities wished to proceed with research and development of a plan for consolidation. In February 1997, representatives from Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Mukilteo, Woodway, and Fire Districts 1 and 11, met and agreed to create a resolution defining how a_ consultant to study issues regarding consolidation would be hired. It was also agreed the planning process would be based on the following principles: 1) levels of service not be diminished, 2) benefits for fire fighters not be impacted, 3) all safety standards, adequate staffing levels and employment of personnel be considered, and 4) an equitable cost share and governing such an organization be addressed. Mayor Fahey explained a resolution, including these principles, was created and sent to the various cities and fire districts. To date, Fire Districts 1 and 11 have confirmed the resolution; Mountlake Terrace has affirmed the resolution with the elimination of Section 5. Mountlake Terrace felt any group who did not join now should be given the opportunity to join at a later date (with penalties resulting from the delay and following completion of whatever phase is underway). Councilmember Myers advised the Public Safety Committee recommended adoption of the resolution. He pointed out Section 2 of the resolution proposes that a consultant determine whether consolidation is feasible. He offered to serve on the committee described in Section 2. COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, FOR APPROVAL OF THE RESOLUTION, OMITTING SECTION 5. Council President Earling questioned when the study would be concluded. Mayor Fahey advised the deadline for participation is April 30, 1997. A conclusion date will be determined by the consultant. Council President Earling supported a timely determination of whether consolidation is feasible. Councilmember Myers was hopeful the consultant's report would be available by year end. Council President Earling suggested a paragraph ,be added to the resolution stating, "each Council shall have an opportunity to review this by year end to determine if they wish to continue." Mayor Fahey expressed concern with each Council passing a modified version of the resolution. She pointed out the Council could pass the resolution, subject to their review of the process and possible withdrawal if not concluded by a certain date. For Councilmember Miller, Mayor Fahey explained the City of Lynnwood chose not to participate in the drafting of the resolution, indicating they were happy with the way their fire services were operated and did not wish to participate in consolidation efforts. All cities have asked Lynnwood to reconsider; the draft resolution was sent to them along with a letter from Edmonds encouraging their reconsideration. When Mountlake Terrace passed the resolution, they sent a letter to Lynnwood requesting they reconsider. Councilmember Miller asked how the consultant would be paid. Councilmember Myers advised the cost would be divided equally among cities, based upon population. He pointed out any expenditure would require approval of the City Council. MOTION CARRIED. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 8 Council President Earling requested a status review of this issue be scheduled for the first week in December. 8. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RESPONSE Fire Chief Michael Springer explained the Edmonds Fire Department's response to hazardous materials calls, with a level above an immediate response, requires participation on a joint level—a combined hazardous materials team of Southwest Snohomish County in which multiple fire departments participate. As the hazardous materials team was established by the City of Lynnwood, they house the majority of the equipment and personnel at their fire department. The level of participation for Edmonds would be three hazardous materials technicians who are trained and certified to handle a hazardous materials incident. Training for these technicians would be performed off-duty; however, they can then train Edmonds fire fighters on the first response level. He pointed out the original proposal for a Hazardous Materials Team was $10,000; the remaining funds are equipment which were included in the Fire Department Operating Budget. Line item transfers within the Fire Department budget would cover the $6,900 cost of overtime training and certification. Councilmember Miller noted a stand-alone Hazardous Materials Team would require an expenditure of at least twice this amount. He complimented Chief Springer on his analysis of how to do this in the most cost effective way. COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE LINE ITEM TRANSFER. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Fahey pointed out she did not feel it was appropriate for her to approve this line item transfer without the Council's awareness and approval of the City's participation in the Hazardous Materials Team. On another issue, Chief Springer informed the Council a joint rescue effort was currently underway outside the Edmonds city limits, in Lund's Gulch, an unincorporated area of Snohomish County. 9. MAYOR Mayor Fahey announced this week is Volunteer Recognition Week. The City chose to postpone its recognition of volunteers to next week; a reception honoring volunteers will take place next week (prior Week to the Council meeting) at 6:00 p.m. The Council will also recognize "unsung heroes" in the community. She invited all citizens to attend the reception. Mayor Fahey advised an Affordable Housing Forum is scheduled for May 13, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the Library Plaza Room. Observing the public comment regarding the need to maintain affordable housing and the possible loss of Section 8 funding, she pointed out the importance of developing alternative ways to provide affordable and low income housing in the community. She urged citizens wishing to voice their concerns and possibly participate in development of solutions to participate in the forum. 10. COUNCIL Council President Earling announced a Council meeting was scheduled for the fifth Tuesday, April 29 couneil and would focus solely on EMS as there is a great deal of misinformation in the community that needs to Meeting be clarified. Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 9 In response to Mr. Albano's comments regarding the Council's salary, Council President Earling advised the ordinance passed by the Council does not increase the Council's pay; it allows each member to receive an additional $50 if they attend one additional meeting per month. He pointed out this was not a pay increase and most Councilmembers do not attend the seven meetings they can now be compensated for each month. He stressed before a Councilmember could receive the increased meeting per diem, each must be re-elected. Councilmember Miller complimented staff for completing the Public Works covered storage project, Section 8 particularly in view of other projects underway in the City. In addition, he requested Mayor Fahey's HUD Funding office prepare a resolution requesting Congressional leaders reauthorize funding of Section .8 Housing, recognizing the City has a substantial senior population that relies on this funding and its elimination would have a significant impact to residents. Councilmember Myers complimented Councilmember Nordquist for his organization and conduct of the Health Board retreat. Councilmember Nordquist thanked the City for their participation in Health Week. As a result of waiting in a lengthy wait for a ferry, he recommended consideration be given to the following: 1) Suggestions opening the gate to the children's play area in Edmonds City Park for use by ferry users, 2) locating aportable restroom in this area, and 3) locating signs indicating the length of the ferry wait (which might allow ferry users to visit nearby stores). Councilmember Haakenson advised he is the SnoCom/Medic 7 representative to the 911 Board. Councilmember Van Hollebeke thanked Mr. Rutledge for remaining for the entire Council meeting and for his support of the Council's review of their salaries. He assured none of the Councilmembers serve on the Council for the money. However, staff and the Mayor salaries need to be fair. With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 8:42 p.m. BARBARA S. FAHEY, MAYOR SANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes April 15, 1997 Page 10 AGENDA ' EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL Plaza Meeting Room - Library Building 650 Main Street 7:00 -10:00 p.m. APRIL 15, 1997 7:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER FLAG SALUTE APPROVAL OF AGENDA 2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS (A) ROLL CALL (B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 1, 1997 (C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #15176 THRU #16659 FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 31, 1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $146,757.50; APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #16661 THRU #16836 FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 7, 1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $501,626.41; AND APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #15511 THRU #15706 FOR THE PERIOD MARCH 16 THRU MARCH 31, 1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $420,573.37. (D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM MICHAEL J. HALL ($1,839.94) (E) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED APRIL 1, 1997, FOR THE WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROGRAM AND AWARD OF CONTRACT TO GREENRIVER CONSTRUCTION ($326,050.42) (F) REPORT ON FINAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS COVERED STORAGE BUILDING PROJECT AND COUNCIL ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT (G) AUTHORIZATION FOR STAFF TO ADVERTISE FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOFTWARE AND SPECIFICATION OF HARDWARE FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT (H) AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL AN OXYGEN REFILLING SYSTEM (1) PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 19.75 OF THE EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE TO ADD A NEW SECTION 19.75.090, TANKS ABANDONED IN PLACE, THEREBY AMENDING AND REPLACING SUBSECTION '7902.1.7.2.4 OF THE 1994 UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND STATE BUILDING CODE 3. AUDIENCE (3 minute limit per person) 4. (90 Min.) PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING DISASTER PREPAREDNESS MONTH 5. (95 Min.) REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS OF APRIL 8, 1997 6. (15 Min.) PROPOSED ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A ZONING MORATORIUM AND AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE IN ORDER TO HALT ANY ENFORCEMENT ACTION WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT OR LIMIT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF GROUP LIVING ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE DISABLED, FOR YOUTHS OR THE ELDERLY OF SIX OR FEWER SEEKING TO SITE IN RESIDENTIAL OR NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS ZONES, PLACING A MORATORIUM ON THE CONDITIONAL USE CRITERIA OF CHAPTER 20.18 AND TH REQUIREMENT FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ESTABLISHED IN CHAPTER 16.30 WITH RESPECT T GROUP HOMES FOR THE DISABLED, YOUTHS OR THE ELDERLY, CLARIFYING THAT SUCH MORATORIUM SHALL NOT APPLY TO ANY HALFWAY HOUSE OR OTHER FACILITY IN WHIC INDIVIDUALS ARE INCARCERATED BY COURT ORDER OR OTHERWISE PLACED PURSUANT TO THE TERMS OF PROBATION OR PAROLE, ENACTING AS AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE A NEW. CHAPTER 17.05, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS PROCESS, ESTABLISHING A HEARING DATE FOR THE MORATORIUM AND INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE 1 'J CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA APRIL 15, 1997 PAGE 2 7. (5 Min.) PROPOSED RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO EXPLORE ALTERNATE METHODS OF PROVIDING FIRE SERVICE IN THE SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY REGION 8. (5 Min.) HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RESPONSE 9. (5 Min.) MAYOR 10. (15 Min.) COUNCIL 'arking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities. Contact the City Clerk at 771-0245 with 24 hours advance notice to special accommodations. The Council Agenda appears on Chambers Cable, Channel 32. Delayed telecast of this meeting appear he following Wednesday, Friday and Monday at noon on Channel 32.