01/08/1991 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO
JANUARY 15, 1991 APPROVAL
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
JANUARY 8, 1991
The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Larry
Naughten at the Library Plaza Room, 650 Main St., Edmonds. All present joined in the flag salute.
PRESENT
Larry Naughten, Mayor
John Nordquist, Council President
Steve Dwyer, Councilmember
Roger Hertrich, Councilmember
Jo -Anne Jaech, Councilmember
William Kasper, Councilmember
Jeff Palmer, Councilmember
Jack Wilson, Councilmember
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STAFF
Mary Lou Block, Planning Div. Mgr.
Dan Prinz, Police Chief
Brent Hunter, Personnel Manager
Ron Schirman, Acting Fire Chief
Robin Hickock, Asst. Police Chief
Mike Springer, Acting Asst. Fire Chief
Art Housler, Admin. Svc. Director
Gordy Hyde, Engineering Coordinator
Bobby Mills, Public Works Supt.
Arvilla Ohlde, Parks & Rec. Manager
Peter Hahn, Comm. Svc. Director
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Jackie Parrett, City Clerk
Margaret Richards, Recorder
Items (B), (E), (F) and (H) were removed from the Consent Agenda. Items (B), (E), and (F) were
placed at the end of the regular agenda for discussion. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The ap-
proved items on the Consent Agenda include the following:
(A) ROLL CALL
(C) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2811 AMENDING SPEED LIMIT ON 220TH ST. S.W.
(D) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2812 AMENDING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON PORTION OF 220TH ST. S.W.
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(G) SET DATE FOR HEARING ON HEARING EXAMINER'S RECOMMENDATION REGARDING PROPOSED AMENDMENT
TO OFFICIAL STREET MAP TO VACATE 25 FEET OF EXISTING 50 FEET RIGHT-OF-WAY OF BEESON
PL. IN VICINITY OF 24123 BEESON PL. (ST-2-90/ALBERT ABRAMS) ( SUGGESTED HEARING
DATE: FEBRUARY 5, 1991)
(I) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2813 AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 8.05.030 RELATING TO TRAFFIC STATUTES
FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK BY GUARINO EXCAVATING, INC., FOR HUTT HOUSE DEMOLITION PROJECT, AND SET
30 DAY T INAGE PERI D EM H N THE CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Palmer noted that Item (H) was removed from the Consent Agenda inadvertently.
COUNCILMEMBER PALMER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO APPROVE ITEM (H). MOTION CAR-
RIED.
AUDIENCE
Mayor Naughten opened the audience portion of the meeting.
Pam'"" Don Girvan, 8604 Maplewood Lane, member of the Centennial Committee, speaking on behalf of Nata-
(��'" lie Shippen, submitted a cost sheet to the City Clerk for distribution to the Council for the
nine concerts that were held in the park last year.
Marlene. Girvan, 8604 Maplewood Lane, spoke in support of the Concerts -In -The Park Program. She
said it is a program that will contribute so positively to the community.
Ms. Girvan noted that the cost to fund the program last year was approximately $8,500, excluding
advertising costs and refreshment costs.
In response to a previous discussion of the Council with respect to which entity would administer
the program, Ms. Girvan said it was of no consequence to the Committee whether the Edmonds Arts
Commission or the City sponsors the series. She said it was important, though, that the Commit-
tee have the ability to select the type of bands that would perform. Additionally, Ms. Girvan
requested that a stage be constructed in Edmonds City Park to provide a platform large enough to
accommodate fifty to sixty performers.
Ms. Girvan submitted pictures to the Council of the bands that performed in Edmonds last year, as
well as of the audience to depict the magnitude of the events.
Ms. Girvan said the concerts were colorful and well -attended events. She said City Park provided
an atmosphere that cannot be duplicated at the Frances Anderson Center because children were able
to run freely in the park and dance; families brought picnic lunches and lawn chairs or blankets;
the park provided a beautiful natural backdrop for the performers; and the concerts were truly a
cost-free event.
Councilmember Hertrich pointed out that only $4,000 was allocated for the 1991 concert series.
Ms. Girvan requested the Council to allocate an additional $5,000. Councilmember Hertrich in-
quired about advertising costs. Ms. Girvan said the Committee felt that advertising for the
concerts last year was inadequate. She believed two well -placed banners would effectively adver-
tise the event. She noted that the Chamber of Commerce has offered to assist in advertising
costs.
Mayor Naughten asked Mr. and Ms. Girvan to meet with him and Staff to discuss the matter further
and to clarify the issues.
Lverett Boyd, Shell Valley Rd., civil engineer, said the recent snow storm was crippling to the
residents of Shell Valley II because the road was officially closed for approximately two weeks
and they were without postal service, newspaper service, and garbage service for a portion of
that time and they were unable to leave their neighborhoods by automobile. He said Pioneer Way
was barricaded from December 18 through the 31st and no attempts were made to clear the roadway
or remove the barricade, despite the three-day thaw. Mr. Boyd said he spoke with a Staff member
of the Public Works Department, who informed him that the barrier was placed across the road
because "the City cannot accept the liability that goes with that road in that condition", and
then responded, when asked why the barricade was not removed during the three-day thaw, "We just
didn't get around to it".
Mr. Boyd said there was a small load of sand dumped at the top of Pioneer Way (he assumed by City
Staff) about six days after the snow storm but it was left unattended, creating an even more
dangerous condition because it blocked one-third of the road.
Mr. Boyd noted that Pioneer Way violates all the rules of road construction because it has re-
verse super elevation going down the hill, making it impossible to negotiate during icy condi-
tions. He inquired why the drawings for that road were approved by the City.
Mr. Boyd expressed concern for the elderly, the inform, and emergency access during times when a
barricade is left in place when the road is passable. He inquired why the families of Shell
Valley II were "ignored" for two weeks and kept inaccessible to public services and egress from
their neighborhoods.
Mayor Naughten said Staff has discussed the effects of the snow storm and intend to present a
plan to the Council regarding emergency access. He said Staff would contact Mr. Boyd in the
future to answer his questions.
ELECTION OF CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
Two nominees were before the Council. Councilmember Palmer had been nominated by Councilmember
Q Wilson at the December 20, 1990 meeting, and Councilmember Hertrich had been nominated by Council -
member Dwyer in a memorandum to the Council.
Council President Nordquist noted that Councilmember Hertrich served as Council President Pro Tem
in 1990.
A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN ON COUNCIL PRESIDENT NOMINEES COUNCILMEMBER PALMER AND COUNCILMEMBER
HERTRICH. COUNCILMEMBER PALMER WAS ELECTED COUNCIL PRESIDENT, WITH COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, COUNCIL -
MEMBER KASPER, COUNCILMEMBER PALMER, AND COUNCILMEMBER WILSON VOTING FOR COUNCILMEMBER PALMER,
AND WITH COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, AND COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH VOTING FOR
COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH;
The Council discussed the necessity of electing a Council President Pro Tem. City Attorney Scott
Snyder noted that the signing of an ordinance would have to be deferred if both the Mayor and
Council President were absent from a Council meeting and the Council had not elected a Council
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President Pro Tem. It was the consensus of the Council to not elect a Council President Pro Tem
and that such an election could occur as needed.
,Q�t PRESENTATION OF ACCREDITATION PLAQUE TO POLICE DEPARTMENT
,�, Police Chief Dan Prinz introduced the Director of the Mercer Island Department of Public Safety
' and President of the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs, Jan Deveny.
Mr. Deveny said the accreditation plaque is a significant accomplishment and not only recognizes
the Department's current management practices but also its accountability to the public and Coun-
cil, as well as its service to the community.
Mr. Deveny congratulated all of the men and women of the Edmonds Police Department. On behalf of
the Board and membership of the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs, Mr. Deveny
presented the plaque to Chief Prinz.
Chief Prinz proudly noted that Assistant Police Chief Robin Hickock and Administrative Secretary
Ann Compaan were largely responsible for the work in documenting the Department's accomplishments
for the accreditation.
Speaking on behalf of the City, Mayor Naughten said he was proud of the Police Department and its
accreditation.
PRESENTATION OF VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Roger Dalzell, Police Department Crime Prevention, noted that Harold Hess and Fred Hedges have
volunteered their services to the City's Crime Watch Program since 1978 and are now retiring from
the program.
Mayor Naughten expressed his appreciation to Mr. Hess and Mr. Hedges for their contributions to
the community. He presented them with "Volunteer of the Year" plaques.
�r Oj HEARING ON APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION REGARDING SIGN VARIANCE AT 24329 HIGHWAY 99
V-27-90/AP-28-90/APPELLAN R BERT CAMPB LL
Councilmember Jaech revealed that she purchases her automobiles from and has them repaired at the
Campbell/Nelson dealership. She inquired if she would be precluded from participating in the
hearing process. City Attorney Scott Snyder stated that that fact, in and of itself, was not a
disqualifying conflict of interest under State law.
Mr. Snyder inquired if any other member of the Council had any contacts or issues to reveal.
Councilmember Nordquist noted that his son-in-law is employed by Campbell/Nelson.
Mr. Snyder noted that the State appearance of fairness doctrine requires anyone who objects to a
Councilmember's participation in the hearing process to place their objection on the record at
the earliest opportunity. He inquired if anyone objected to any Councilmember's participation.
No objection was noted.
Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block reported that a citizen complained about the installa-
tion of a new Saab sign at the Campbell/Nelson car dealership located at 24329 Highway 99. In
response to the complaint, enforcement action was commenced by the City to bring the sign into
conformance by requiring the applicant to apply for Architectural Design Board (.ADB) approval of
the sign. At that time, it was reviewed by the ADB and determined that the site already had more
sign area than allowed.
Ms'. Block said on September 14, 1990, the applicant submitted a variance application to install a
new Saab logo sign and exceed the permitted sign area. She said a total sign area of 150 square
feet is permitted on the south elevation but the existing signage totals 208.75 square feet.
Ms. Block said the Hearing Examiner held a public hearing on October 18, 1990. He considered the
testimony from the applicant and visited the site to examine the signs. The Hearing Examiner
denied the variance on November 9, 1990. On November 26, 1990, the applicant submitted an appeal
letter.
Ms. Block said in reviewing the variance criteria, the Hearing Examiner found that: 1) the site
already has numerous signs that identify the business; 2) there appear to be no special circum-
stances that warrant additional signs; 3) the proposal would be a grant of a special privilege;
and 4) it would result in an unsightly condition of excessive signs.
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Ms. Block said Staff cannot support approval of the variance because the signs are significantly
over the permitted sign area and represent a variety of styles and sizes that create a cluttered
appearance.
Ms. Block noted that the applicant has indicated that some signage would be removed and/or re-
placed within the next two years. She said there might be reason to temporarily approve the
variance for two years if the signs were replaced with a unified sign package and the sign area
reduced to comply with the permitted sign area. She said if the City Council should decide to
temporarily grant AP-28-90, it should be with the following conditions:
1) The applicant obtain permits and replace the signs within two years with new signs that
comply with the sign size requirements;
2) The design of the new signs must be reviewed and approved by the ADB;
3) The applicant obtain a sign permit from the Building Division and comply with all permit
requirements.
Ms. Block submitted five photographs of the south elevation of the subject property to the Coun-
cil (marked Exhibit 1).
Councilmember Hertrich inquired if the Code permits signage on all sides of a building. Under
the CG zone, Ms. Block said signs are permitted on the sides of a building where there is public
access or where it fronts a public street. Councilmember Hertrich inquired how the allowable
dimension of a sign is determined. Ms. Block said the maximum allowable size of a sign is deter-
mined by the dimension of the wall on which it is intended to be placed. Councilmember Hertrich
inquired about the number of Saab signs that exist on the property. Ms. Block said there is a
Saab sign on the south elevation and a Saab sign attached to the freestanding sign.
Councilmember Palmer noted that existing signage on the south elevation totals 178.75 square feet
but the allowable sign area is 150 square feet. Ms. Block said those signs have existed for a
number of years and were grandfathered when the sign code went into effect.
Councilmember Palmer inquired if the applicant would reduce the total sign area on the south
elevation when the new sign package was created within two years. Ms. Block said the Council
could impose that condition if they so desired.
Robert W. Campbell, 23108 - 102nd P1. W., President of Campbell/Nelson Volkswagon-Saab, explained
that the dealership accepted the Saab franchise last May and they have a two-year period in which
to demonstrate its success. He felt signage was crucial to the success of his new franchise.
Mr. Campbell said the Volkswagon logo on the service door was reduced from 64 square feet to 36
square feet and the Saab sign was erected, which only created an additional 4 square feet to the
preexisting signage.
Mr. Campbell noted that the dealership contributed $153,000 to the City of Edmonds in sales tax
revenue last year.
Councilmember Palmer inquired if Mr. Campbell intended to bring the signage on the south eleva-
tion within the 150 square feet requirement within two years. Mr. Campbell said he would like to
extend the showroom and remove the Volkswagon sign, which is 60 square feet, if the Saab fran-
chise is successful, but he could not promise that that would occur.
Mayor Naughten opened the public portion of the hearing.
Mike Dunn, 7804 - 206th St. S.W., said it was apparent to him that Mr. Campbell was trying to
expand his dealership which, in turn, would contribute to the welfare of the community, and he
believed the Council should grant his request and not quibble over 28 feet of signage.
Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the hearing.
In response to Councilmember Hertrich, Mr. Campbell said the new signage on the south elevation
is approximately 4 square feet larger than what existed.
Mr. Campbell said there are six different departments within his dealership, and it is essential
that signage be placed on the different departments to direct people.
Councilmember Kasper inquired if any of the signage on the property is directional signage. Ms.
Block said the Saab service sign could be considered as an incidental sign, but it exceeds
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the maximum size for incidental signs. Councilmember Kasper inquired why the Saab sign is fac-
tored into the maximum sign area if it is a directional sign: Ms. Block read the definition of
incidental signs as follows: "An incidental sign is one which does not advertise or identify a
good, service, or business and which is provided solely for the convenience of the public. An
example is a direction sign for off-street parking, off-street directional signs for schools,
churches, institutions, parking facilities and/or listing the meeting dates of community services
clubs are considered as incidental signs. Incidental signs should be sized to accomplish the
intended purpose and may not exceed 6 square feet in area. Incidental signs do not require a
sign permit. They should be consistent with the overall design theme of a site and should not
result in clutter of confusion".
In response to Councilmember Jaech, Ms. Block said the logo was measured as it exists at the
present time.
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO TABLE THE VARIANCE REQUEST TO THE
SECOND COUNCIL MEETING IN JANUARY 1993, AND REFER THE ISSUE TO THE PLANNING BOARD TO CONSIDER THE
GENERAL APPLICABILITY OF THE REGULATIONS TO BUILDINGS OF THIS TYPE AND STAY ENFORCEMENT FOR THE
PERIOD. MOTION CARRIED.
DISCUSSION TO RECONSIDER REFUNDING 1980 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
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,0Administrative Services Director Art Housler reported that the City Council last considered re-
funding the 1980 G.O. Bonds on July 17, 1990 and decided that interest rates should be lower and
savings greater at the time of the next call date, which is March 1, 1991.
Mr. Housler said if the City Council decides to effectuate the refunding on March 1, 1991, an
ordinance would need to be adopted on January 29 accepting Dain Bosworth's purchase offer.
Bob Yeasting, Yeasting & Hughes Associates, stated that the 1980 bonds first became callable in
September 1990 and are callable every six months when interest payment dates occur. He said the
amount of the bonds outstanding at the present time is $2,375,000 with an average interest rate
of 8.3%. Mr. Yeasting said the City could issue new bonds today at an average interest rate of
6.3%, but the City would need to issue approximately 45,000 more bonds because there are costs of
issuance. He said if the City proceeded today, it would reduce its interest costs over the re-
maining 9-1/2 year life of the bond by approximately $20,000 per year.
Mr. Yeasting submitted a document to the City Clerk for distribution to the Council entitled
"City of Edmonds 1980 G.O. Bond Refunding Interest Savings Presentation", which depicted the
interest rates from 1991 to the year 2,000.
Mr. Yeasting recommended that the City proceed with refunding the bonds immediately. He noted,
however, that the sale would not take place for approximately four weeks because paperwork has to
be drafted. He mentioned that international events could occur in the interim which may disrupt
and substantially alter the market. Assuming there is no disruption to the market, he said the
savings would be approximately $140,000 over the life of the issue at present value savings.
In response to Councilmember Hertrich, Mr. Yeasting stated that much of the savings that the City
will realize will occur during the next eighteen months, and savings are diminished with each
six-month period that goes by.
In response to Councilmember Kasper, Mr. Yeasting said the bonds can be paid off totally on March
1, 1991. Councilmember Kasper inquired if there were any economies in selling new bonds simulta-
neously with the 1980 bonds. Mr. Yeasting replied affirmatively. He said, however, the City
would have to make that decision immediately.
COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO PROCEED WITH REFUNDING THE 1980
G.O. BONDS AS SCHEDULED. Councilmember Palmer inquired if Councilmember Jaech anticipated that a
final decision would be made on January 29, 1991. Councilmember Jaech replied affirmatively.
MOTION CARRIED.
�p REVIEW OF NON -REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES SALARY REPORT AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED SALARY ORDINANCE 2814
Personnel Manager Brent Hunter noted that the 1991 salary recommendations for the non -represented
employees were included in the Council packets.
Mr. Hunter said directors and managers, who receive a combined salary adjustment and merit (per-
formance pay) increase on January 1st, have $72,900 budgeted in the 1991 salary pool for their
salary adjustment. Supervisors and professionals, who receive an across-the-board increase on
January 1st and a merit increase at a later date upon their anniversary date, have $60,327 budget-
ed in the 1991 salary pool for their increases. He recommended that the non -represented salary
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ranges be increased by 5.76% for 1991. He further recommended that individual position changes
or adjustments be addressed at a later time.
Mr. Hunter said the funds in the salary pool were derived from the 1990 Cost -Of -living Index, the
5.76% authorized for the unions, the percentage increase granted to comparable cities, and the 3%
set aside for the merit program.
Mr. Hunter said the directors and division managers do not receive a cost -of -living increase as
part of their pay package. They receive a performance pay increase on January 1st of the year,
which is granted by the Mayor based on a performance evaluation of their job over the past year.
Mr. Hunter submitted booklets entitled, "City of Edmonds 1991 Goals and 1990 Accomplishments" to
the City Clerk for distribution to the Council to demonstrate the goals accomplished by Staff.
Mr. Hunter referred to page four of the Staff report, which depicted the 1990 salary distribution
for department directors and division managers.
Mr. Hunter said supervisors and professionals receive a cost -of -living increase (which is pro-
posed at 5.76% in 1991) plus a merit increase on their anniversary date of 0% to 4%, based upon
their performance.
Mr. Hunter said the proposed salary ordinance is identical to the 1990 salary ordinance with the
exception of a higher percentage increase due to a higher cost of living.
Councilmember Kasper said the Council had previously discussed reviewing the method of perfor-
mance evaluation but that process has not taken place yet. He felt the evaluation form used is
outdated and changes were needed. Councilmember Kasper said the Council had discussed not includ-
ing merit increases in base salaries so that the benefit is not compounded every year. He noted
that because of this compounding, a number of employees were topping out of their salary range.
Councilmember Nordquist said he recently learned that the IRS now requires that disability insur-
ance and life insurance benefits be treated as taxable income. Mr. Hunter said life insurance
benefits in excess of $50,000 are taxable when they are received by the beneficiary.
Councilmember Jaech questioned the criteria used to determine the amount of money to be awarded
to directors and division managers for merit pay. She recommended that efficiency, cost savings,
management of costs, and goal accomplishments be assessed by the Mayor and used as a measure in
determining the merit pay to be awarded in 1992.
Councilmember Kasper requested Mr. Hunter to consider a reduction for the supervisors' and pro-
fessionals' cost -of -living increases over the next several years.
Councilmember Hertrich posed the question of reviewing a method for determining the amount in the
merit pool other than the current method of adding 4% to the cost -of -living.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, TO APPROVE THE 1991 NON -
REPRESENTED SALARY RANGES (TO BE INCREASED BY 5.76%) AND THAT INDIVIDUAL CHANGES OR ADJUSTMENTS
BE ADDRESSED AT A LATER TIME, AT A DATE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT IN CONJUNCTION
WITH THE PERSONNEL MANAGER, AND ADOPT ORDINANCE 2814. MOTION CARRIED.
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PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2815 INCREASING MAYOR'S SALARY
Councilmember Nordquist reported that on January 23, 1990, the Council adjusted the Mayor's sala-
d ry by the cost -of -living increase previously given to non -represented City employees. At that
time, Councilmember Nordquist said he suggested that the Mayor's salary be reviewed at the same
time as non -represented employees.
Councilmember Nordquist recommended that the Mayor's salary be adjusted by 5.76%, to be funded
from the salary pool, which is 90% of the July 1990 6.4% C.O.L. and the same cost of living recom-
mended for non -represented employees.
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 2815 APPROVING
THE MAYOR"S COST -OF -LIVING SALARY ADJUSTMENT, TO BE FUNDED FORM THE SALARY POOL.
Councilmember Kasper believed the Council should evaluate the Mayor's performance periodically.
Councilmember Dwyer questioned the necessity of a performance evaluation when the Mayor's salary
increase is not performance based. Councilmember Wilson pointed out that the Mayor's ultimate
evaluation is determined by the electorate.
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Councilmember Palmer said he would vote against the motion for the same reasons he had given
previously because the Mayor's salary was set when he was elected.
MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER PALMER OPPOSED.
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO CONTRACTS WITH MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE, PUBLIC DEFENDER
�,� Personnel Manager Brent Hunter reported that there is sufficient money budgeted in either the
applicable line item or the salary pool to cover the additional cost of 5.76%, which totals
, $4,920 (Judge, $2,080; Public Defender, $1,730; and Hearing Examiner, $1,110).
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE AMENDMENTS TO THE
CONTRACTS WITH THE MUNICIPAL JUDGE, PUBLIC DEFENDER AND HEARING EXAMINER TO INCREASE FEES BY
5.76%. MOTION CARRIED.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2816 RELATING TO APPOINTMENTS TO FIRE CHIEF AND POLICE CHIEF POSITIONS
Mayor Naughten recognized Civil Service Commissioner Don Wells in the audience.
Personnel Manager Brent Hunter reported that the City Council approved a motion on November 20,
1990 removing the Fire Chief and future Police Chief from Civil Service status. In addition, the
motion required City Council review of the top three candidates selected by the Mayor for the
Chiefs' positions and confirmation of the Mayor's final choice. The motion also amended the job
description to require a Bachelor's degree or the ability to obtain it within four years. Mr.
Hunter noted that the proposed ordinance that was included in the Council packets enables the
changes set forth in the Council's motion.
Councilmember Hertrich believed an assessment center and representatives of the Fire Department
should also be involved in the screening and interviewing process for the Fire Chief.
Councilmember Palmer recognized that Mayor Naughten would, through the normal course of events,
consult with the Fire Department. He suggested that the Mayor be given the option of consulting
with an outside assessment center if he so desired.
Mr. Hunter stated that assessment centers may be popular at the present time, but that may not
necessarily hold true in the future. He recommended that the Council simply ask the Mayor what
process he intends to utilize when a key position is under consideration.
A discussion took place with respect to a Council motion that was previously made amending the
title of Fire Chief to Fire Director. Councilmembers had received feedback opposing that change.
COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH, TO AMEND THE TITLE OF FIRE DIREC-
TOR TO FIRE CHIEF. MOTION CARRIED.
Acting Fire Chief Ron Schirman recommended that the Council not limit the scope of candidates by
requiring a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or Fire Administration and expand the
educational requirements to read, "or equivalent degree". He noted that a graduate from the
National Fire Academy in the Executive Officer Program has the equivalent education of a Master's
degree.
Councilmember Jaech said she learned at the NLC convention that police and fire chiefs will more
than likely be required to obtain college degrees in the future. Chief Schirman noted that a
Bachelor's degree in Fire Administration is not offered in the State of Washington at this time.
Chief Schirman clarified that he is not a candidate for the Fire Chief's position.
COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PALMER, THAT THE WORDING "OR EQUIVALENT
DEGREE" BE INCLUDED IN THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE. MOTION CARRIED.
COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NOROQUIST, TO APPROVE PROPOSED ORDINANCE
2816.
Councilmember Dwyer said he would vote against the motion because of the provisions which elimi-
nate the Police and Fire Chief from the Civil Service Commission.
MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER DWYER OPPOSED.
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REVIEW OF PROPOSAL TO COVER YOST POOL
Parks & Recreation Division Manager Arvilla Ohlde noted that the materials requested by the Coun-
cil regarding the capital construction cost estimated to cover Yost pool with a fully removable
cover, as well as the estimated annual operations and maintenance costs for one full year and
1991 costs for partial operation and the difference between those costs and those budgeted for
1991, were included in the Council packets.
Ms. Ohlde said Staff has identified a number of potential revenue sources for reducing the opera-
tional shortfall. Revenue recovery options include a user fee increase of an additional 25% for
pool fees in 1991 and another increase of 5% in 1992. Plaza Room and facility rentals would be
increased by 5% in 1991 and 5% in 1992. Ms. Ohlde noted that any fee increases potentially de-
crease usage to some extent. She said another revenue option is to designate the $20,000 of the
General Fund which currently pays the debt service on the original Yost Pool bond toward the
operational deficit. The last $20,000 debt service payment occurs in 1991.
Ms. Ohlde said Staff's qualified recommendation is to cover Yost Pool; that the City hire a pool
consultant to -review preliminary cost estimates and prepare design and construction documents for
an inflatable, fully -removable cover with mechanical backup, and heating and ventilation for the
building and natatorium.
Because of the complexity of the project, Councilmember Kasper recommended that the City obtain a
consolidated bid rather than piece -meal the project so that the City will know what the total
costs will be and only one entity will be responsible for the system. Ms. Ohlde recommended that
the City retain a consultant that is not a vendor representative but a representative of the City
to advise the City. She noted that Bill Gorlick is a local pool expert and has done approximate-
ly twenty-eight pool renovations. She said he worked with the City of Bremerton for heating and
ventilation for its pool.
Councilmember Hertrich suggested that the City Engineer conduct an initial review of the pool and
of the mechanical system and report to the Council as to the magnitude of the project. He said
the City could retain a consultant if it is determined by Staff that the scope is beyond their
expertise.
Ms. Ohlde reviewed the pool operations and maintenance costs, noting that a shortfall of $14,000
is projected in 1991; a shortfall of $20,543 is projected in 1991 if the pool is covered; and a
shortfall of $14,000 is projected in 1992.
Councilmember Hertrich inquired if Ms. Ohlde believed that the Newport structure is an appropri-
ate structure capable of deriving revenues. Ms. Ohlde replied affirmatively.
Councilmember Palmer inquired if Ms. Ohlde's assessment of the viability of the pool based on the
Newport structure took into consideration an increase -in user fees. Ms. Ohlde replied affirma-
tively. Councilmember Palmer inquired if her assessment took into consideration that $20,000
debt service is continued and available. Ms. Ohlde replied affirmatively. Councilmember Palmer
inquired if the capital construction structure would support the revenue that is projected. Ms.
Ohlde replied affirmatively.
Because of time constraints, Councilmember Dwyer suggested that the pool cover discussion be
continued to January 22, 1991.
As a procedural matter, Mayor Naughten adjourned the meeting at 10 p.m. COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH
MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO EXTEND THE MEETING FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES. MOTION CAR-
RIED.
City Attorney Scott Snyder said he spoke with Les Page regarding the Chambers Cable correspon-
dence, and Mr. Page is prepared to attend the demonstration for interdiction equipment on January
23rd in Eugene, Oregon, and he will report back to the Council.
Mr. Snyder noted that the City Clerk had provided a request that the Belt tearing (PRD-2-
90/P-2-90) that is scheduled on January 15 be rescheduled to February 19, 1991.
COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO RESCHEDULE PRD-2-90/P-2-90 TO
FEBRUARY 19, 1991.
Due to damage that occurred from the December 18, 1990 snow storm, Mayor Naughten said the bulk-
head at the Senior Center is in need of $3,000 in repairs. He recommended that monies be derived
from either Fund 125 or the Council Contingency Fund.
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COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PALMER, TO AUTHORIZE $3,000 FROM THE
COUNCIL CONTINGENCY FUND TO STABILIZE THE SENIOR CENTER BULKHEAD. MOTION CARRIED.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 18, 1990 AND DECEMBER 20, 1990 ITEM (B) ON THE CONSENT AGENDA]
COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE DECEMBER 18,
1990 MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER DWYER AND COUNCILMEMBER JAECH ABSTAINING BECAUSE
THEY DID NOT ATTEND THAT MEETING.
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER JAECH'S
ABSENCE ON DECEMBER 18, 1990. MOTION CARRIED.
COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH, TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER DWYER'S
ABSENCE ON DECEMBER 18, 1990. MOTION CARRIED.
7��With regard to the December 20, 1990 minutes, Councilmember Hertrich referred to page 1, para-
graph 2, and requested that his comments and reasons for leaving the meeting be included in the
minutes.
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO DEFER APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER 20,
1990 MINUTES UNTIL JANUARY 15, 1991. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilmember Kasper noted that the date on page 1, paragraph 2 should be December 18 rather than
December 20.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2817 AMENDING EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE 20.21.000 AND 20.21.015
�COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO APPROVE ITEM (E). MOTION CAR-
RIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER DWYER AND COUNCILMEMBER KASPER OPPOSED. (This item had been removed from
the Consent Agenda so the negative votes could be recorded.)
PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2814 AMENDING EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE RELATING TO HOUSING FOR THE
ELDERLY[ITEM F N THE CONSENTAGENDA
Councilmember Wilson referred to Section 21.15.095 of the proposed ordinance, which defined a
congregate care facility to be the same as a retirement home. He inquired about the definition
of a retirement home. City Attorney Scott Snyder said the definition of a retirement home is, "A
place of residence for several families or an individual in apartment -like quarters which may
feature services such as limited nursing facilities, minimum maintenance, living accommodations,
and recreational programs and facilities".
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO APPROVE ITEM (F). MOTION CARRIED.
MAYOR
In response to a request by Mayor Naughten, COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEM-
BER DWYER, TO CONFIRM THE MAYOR'S REAPPOINTMENTS OF RUTH ROBERTSON TO POSITION #4 ON THE ARCHITEC-
TURAL DESIGN BOARD, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/94; LLOYD BLACK TO POSITION #3 ON THE BOARD OF APPEALS,
TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/94; TOM McNERNEY TO POSITION #4 ON THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TERM TO EXPIRE
12/31/94; BERT STOLE TO POSITION #5 ON THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/94; HANK LEWIS
TO POSITION #1 ON THE PLANNING BOARD, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/94; MIKE COOPER TO POSITION #2 ON THE
PLANNING BOARD, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/94; PAMELA HARKINS TO POSITION #2 ON THE CIVIL SERVICE COM-
MISSION, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/96; JoANNE NELSON TO POSITION #6 ON THE ARTS COMMISSION, TERM TO
EXPIRE 12/31/94; EVELYN LAURINE TO POSITION #4 ON THE SISTER CITY COMMITTEE, TERM TO EXPIRE
12/31/93; VALERIE DICKISON TO POSITION #5 ON THE SISTER CITY COMMITTEE, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/93;
STAN DICKISON TO POSITION #6 ON THE SISTER CITY COMMITTEE, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/93; DON CARR TO
POSITION #6 ON THE SISTER CITY COMMITTEE, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/93; ROSEMARY SPECHT TO POSITION #1
ON THE CEMETERY BOARD, TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/94; RUTH SATER TO POSITION #2 ON THE CEMETERY BOARD,
TERM TO EXPIRE 12/31/94; AND EVELYN LAURINE TO POSITION #2 ON THE LIBRARY BOARD, TERM TO EXPIRE
12/31/95; AND NEW APPOINTMENTS OF SANDY BAILEY TO POSITION #1 ON THE SISTER CITY COMMITTEE, TERM
TO EXPIRE 12/31/91; LOUISE STEVENS TO POSITION #2 ON THE SISTER CITY COMMITTEE, TERM TO EXPIRE
12/31/92. MOTION CARRIED.
COUNCIL
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ti Councilmember Palmer submitted a list to the Council of current assignments to Boards and Commis-
sions. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, THAT ALL EXTERNAL COMMIT-
TEES RETAIN THE SAME MEMBERSHIP. MOTION CARRIED.
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COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PALMER, TO RETAIN THE APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL -
MEMBER HERTRICH TO THE SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED.
Council President Palmer suggested that the Council review the existing Council Committee struc-
ture and consider reinstating the Finance Committee.
Council President Palmer requested Councilmembers to contact the Council Assistant by January 28
if they plan to attend the NLC Conference in Washington D.C. on March 9 through March 12.
Councilmember Hertrich commended outgoing Council President John Nordquist for his excellent
organizational skills as Council President.
pSGdCs In Petersponse to Kinch informinglmember Kaser, h m that Edmonds does Councilmember of wish toberep esentedested aatthe PSCOGty send a letter to
meetings.
Councilmember Kasper requested Staff to pursue the completion of landscaping at the secondary
wastewater treatment plant. Discussion was scheduled on February 26, 1991.
f1��� In response to a memorandum from Planning Board Chairman Bill Allan regarding the Planning Board
retreat, Councilmember Dwyer suggested that the Planning Board formulate -recommendations regard-
ing their participation in the City's budgetary process in forthcoming years.
Councilmember Nordquist expressed his appreciation to Staff, the City Clerk and Councilmembers
for their support during his tenure as Council President.
Councilmember Nordquist noted that the January 8, 1991 Council meeting was the first meeting of
his 24th year as a Councilmember.
The meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO January 15, 1991 APPROVAL.
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ACQU INE G. PARRETT, City Clerk L RRY S. NAUGHTEN, Myor
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AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
PLAZA MEETING ROOM -LIBRARY BUILDING
7:00 - 10:00 P.M.
JANUARY 8, 1991
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FLAG SALUTE
1. CONSENT AGENDA
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 18, 1990 AND DECEMBER 20, 1990
(C) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2811 AMENDING SPEED LIMIT ON 220TH ST. S.W.
(D) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2812 AMENDING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON PORTION
OF 220TH ST. S.W.
(E) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2813 AMENDING EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CODE 20.21.000 AND 20.21.015, REGARDING ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS,
TO CLARIFY THE NATURE OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AND DELETE REDUNDANT
REFERENCES TO PHYSICAL HARDSHIP
(F) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2814 AMENDING EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE
RELATING TO HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY
(G) SET DATE FOR HEARING ON HEARING EXAMINER'S RECOMMENDATION REGARDING
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO OFFICIAL STREET MAP TO VACATE 25' OF EXISTING 50'
RIGHT-OF-WAY OF BEESON PL. IN VICINITY OF 24123 BEESON PL. (ST-2-90/
ALBERT ABRAMS) (SUGGESTED HEARING DATE: FEBRUARY 5, 1991)
(H) FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK BY GUARINO EXCAVATING, INC., FOR HUTT HOUSE
DEMOLITION PROJECT, AND SET 30-DAY RETAINAGE PERIOD
(I) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2815 AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 8.05.030 RELATING TO
TRAFFIC STATUTES
2. AUDIENCE
3. ELECTION OF CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
4. PRESENTATION OF ACCREDITATION PLAQUE TO POLICE DEPARTMENT
5. PRESENTATION OF VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
6. HEARING ON APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION REGARDING SIGN VARIANCE (30 MINUTES)
AT 24329 HIGHWAY 99 (V-27-90/AP-28-90/APPELLANT: ROBERT CAMPBELL)
7. DISCUSSION TO RECONSIDER REFUNDING 1980 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
8. REVIEW OF NONREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES SALARY REPORT, AND ADOPTION OF
PROPOSED SALARY ORDINANCE 2816
9. PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2817 INCREASING MAYOR'S SALARY
10. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO CONTRACTS WITH MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE, PUBLIC
DEFENDER, AND HEARING EXAMINER TO INCREASE FEES BY SAME PERCENTAGE AS
GIVEN TO NONREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES
11. PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2818 RELATING TO APPOINTMENTS TO FIRE CHIEF AND POLICE
CHIEF POSITIONS
12. REVIEW OF PROPOSAL TO COVER YOST POOL
13. MAYOR
14. COUNCIL
THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND
PARKING AND MEETING ROOMS ARE HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE