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05/23/1989 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO JUNE 6, 1989 APPROVAL EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 23, 1989 (WORK MEETING) The regular work 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 ABSENT STAFF Larry Naughten, Mayor Bill Kasper Jim Barnes, Parks & Rec. Div. Mgr. Laura Hall, Council President Pro Tem John Nordquist Art Housler, Admin. Svc. Director Steve Dwyer, Councilmember Dave Berdine, Ron Schirman, Asst. Fire Chief Roger Hertrich, Councilmember Student Rep. Brent Hunter, Personnel Manager Jo -Anne Jaech, Councilmember Jerry Hauth, Hydraulics Engineer Jack Wilson, Councilmember Bobby Mills, Public Works Supt. Bob Alberts, City Engineer Dan Prinz, Police Chief Peter Hahn, Comm. Svc. Director Mary Lou Block, Planning Div. Mgr. Linda McCrystal, Arts Coordinator Scott Snyder, City Attorney Jackie Parrett, City Clerk Margaret Richards, Recorder . Mayor Naughten noted that item #4 on the agenda (Council determination regarding appeal of Hear- ing Examiner Decision on excavation and grading of approximately 1,250 cubic yards at 633 Glen St.) was rescheduled for June 6 and item #D on the Consent Agenda will be discussed in its place. CONSENT AGENDA Items (B), (C) and (0) were removed from the Consent Agenda. Item (A) , Roll Call, was approved. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MAY 16, 1989 [ITEM (8) ON THE CONSENT AGENDA] Councilmember Hall*referred to page.7, paragraph 12, noting that she had intended to convey that the City will be assisting Aldercrest Convalescent Center in a program called"Eider Alert". COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH,-TO APPROVE THE MINUTES AS CORRECT- ED. MOTION CARRIED. AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE THREE PART-TIME SUMMER EMPLOYEES AND PURCHASE MATERIAL FOR CRACKSEALING PROGRAM $11,000 ITEM C ON THE CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Hertrich inquired from what source the $11,000 would be derived. Community Servic- es Director Peter Hahn said the two sources previously discussed for the enhanced cracksealing program were the Council Contingency Fund and the General Fund. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO FUND 111 FOR THE CRACKSEALING PROGRAM. MOTION CARRIED. CWC-HDR MONTHLY TREATMENT PLANT REPORT Bud Benges, CWC-HDR, Inc, reported that all below -grade walls are complete at the raw sewage pumping station. The contractor is erecting forming and false work for the upper floor slab of the station. A new dewatering sump has replaced the three dewatering wells, and the 24 inch forcemains from the station to the primary flow split box are 50% complete. Mr. Benges said the contractor has completed the incinerator floor slab and lower walls at the solids process building. Installation of process drain piping started in the sludge dewatering area. The contractor is installing the Phase II cutoff wall at the northeast corner of the site. Mr. Benges said the contractor's detailed explanation of the basis for the claim regarding dewatering activities for Phase I has not been received, nor has any cost details been submit- ted. Differing subsurface conditions from those shown in the geotech reports have been indicated as the basis for the claim. Mr. Benges noted that change order 12 has been submitted to the City for final execution. The change order cost is $9,041 and changes included are: modify the site perimeter fencing; modify the rock basket; add a pump base drain; add concrete reinforcing steel for precast panels; extend project completion dates three days due to bad weather; revise dates to permit construction of the effluent outfall in 1989 and correct the bid to show correct State tax. Mr. Benges said the contractor revised his short-term schedule to reflect this current activities and will prepare a long-term schedule by June 6, 1989 to reflect expected completion dates. Mr. Benges noted that the fourth monthly progress meeting is scheduled on May 25, 1989. Mr. Benges said the meter station telemetry project plans -remain under review with W.S.D.O.T. Mr. Benges said construction of the effluent outfall is scheduled to begin September 5, 1989. Mr. Benges noted that the contract time has been extended three days by change order 12. The project is 146 days into construction as of May 17, 1989, representing 12.7% of the total con- tract time. Pay estimate #4 .for work performed from April 1, 1989 through April 25, 1989 was for $700,450. Total payments to date equal $1,891,307, or 7.1% of the total contract amount. Councilmember Hertrich inquired if the ferry holding lane will be available for use by ferry traffic in the future. Mr. Benges said that lane is currently used for ferry traffic on the weekends.. UPDATE BY URS ON BASIN STUDIES Tom Kerns, URS Corp., reported that the systems and maps for the drainage basins have been devel- oped; the existing problems have been identified; URS has worked with the Citizens Advisory Com- mittee; and a mathematical modelling has been constructed. He said a comprehensive capital im- provement program and a water quality program draft will be submitted to the City the first week in June, and the financial requirements of. that program will be combined with the Shell Creek report to give the City an overall perspective of the financial needs of drainage throughout the city. John-Jensco, URS Corp., said a series of maps were developed which identify the major problem areas that require structural modifications. He said the primary problem is undersized culverts coupled with erosion.and sediment problems. PROPOSED ORDINANCE REPEALING FIREWORKS ORDINANCE 12706 AND ADOPTING MODIFIED FIREWORKS ORDINANCE q TO B COME EFFECTIVE IN 1990 ITEM D)--ON THE CONSENT AGENDAJ 7 Mayor Naughten noted that item #4 was rescheduled for June 6th and Item (D) will be discussed in its place. Councilmember Hertrich inquired at whose direction the item was rescheduled and if continuance required concurrence of the appellant. Mayor Naughten said the applicant requested a continuance because not all of the information was received from the Department of Fisheries. City Attorney Scott Snyder stated that continuance of a hearing was a discretionary decision of the Council, and they should proceed on a motion by the Council to continue. COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMB£R JAECH, TO CONTINUE ITEM #4 (AP-17-89/ CU-22-89) TO JUNE 6, 1989. MOTION CARRIED. In response to a lawsuit filed by Pyrodyne American, Inc. and at the request of the Council, Staff recommends repealing Ordinance #2706. This will allow the sale and discharge of legal fireworks in 1989 within the City as was practiced in 1988. Mr. Snyder said Section I of the proposed ordinance repeals the ordinance that is in effect at the present time; Section II reimposes the City's prior ordinance, which mirrors State law and removes all bases for the lawsuit; and Section IV prohibits the use of or possession of dangerous fireworks and provides that one year from today, in accordance with State law, only smoke devices and sparklers may be sold in the City. Mr. Snyder said the strategy of the proposed ordinance basically is to deny Pyrodyne a venue to try its challenge to the issue of local authority. He said he has been in contact with the Yakima City Attorney, and it appears that the issue will be tried in that city. Mr. Snyder re- quested permission to provide him with the research he has already accumulated for the City in contemplation of the mandamus suit. Mr. Snyder suggested that a public hearing be scheduled in April of 1990 if the ordinance is adopted. fie said if the concept of local authority is upheld in the Yakima suit and the City of EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2 MAY 23, 1989 % Edmonds decides that it is appropriate to place restrictions on the sale of dangerous fireworks, then it can do so. If, on the other hand, Yakima loses the suit and it is determined that cities cannot vary the provisions of State law in any respect or in some limited respect, the City may wish, after holding a public hearing, to remove the ban on sales that the ordinance would impose. In response to a question by Councilmember Hall, Mr. Snyder said the State, in Chapter 70.77, imposed a framework for the regulation of fireworks. He said certain issues are not addressed i.e, whether or not sales of fireworks can be prohibited to children under the age of sixteen. However, he said the City feels that it has that authority based upon general city powers "to avoid nuisance, avoid the curfew -type provisions, etc. Mr. Snyder said it was his understanding at the executive session last week that the Council, in general, wished to regulate the use of fireworks but did not necessarily want to fund a highly theoretical lawsuit through the State Court of Appeals system. Mr. Snyder noted that suit has been filed against the City and the hearing is scheduled for next week. He said although he thought the City would prevail, it would be more cost effective to approve the proposed ordinance. Mr. Snyder said the main issue is if a member of the community was to question the sale .of only sparklers next year, the City could make the point that it was sued and is, in response, taking a "wait -and -see approach" because the ban on sales clearly, under State law, requires a one year waiting period. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE 2714. MOTION CARRIED. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO AUTHORIZE MR. SNYDER TO ASSIST THE CITY OF YAKIMA. MOTION CARRIED. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SISTER CITY COMMITTEE Mayor Naughten reported that on April 11, 1989, the Council met with the Edmonds Sister City Committee for an update on their activities. At that meeting, Chairman Dolores Uhlman stated / that the Committee needed a few procedural items from the City to improve the Committee's organ- izational structure and to insure success. Those items requested were: 1) formal status as a City committee/commission; 2) insurance indemnification; and 3) a City fund for accounting and receipt of donations. `� 7 Councilmember Hertrich inquired about the requirement to receive donations on a tax-free basis. City Attorney Scott Snyder noted that the City's ability to make charitable contributions is being phased out by the government. He said the intent of the ordinance is to make donations tax exempt to the extent that the IRS permits and to eliminate the necessity of IRS annual filings_ Councilmember Hertrich inquired if donations by the City are limited in their use. Mr. Snyder replied affirmatively. He said public funds cannot be used for promotional hosting of foreign individuals. However, private funds which are donated to the City and segregated from general public funds can be used for that hosting if that is the purpose for which they were intended and are accounted for separately. Councilmember Hertrich inquired if the Committee is required to incorporate in order to qualify as a tax. exempt organization. Mr. Snyder replied affirmatively. Councilmember Hertrich inquired about the costs to incorporate. Mr. Snyder said the cost to incorporate is relatively small, and he noted that an individual can be sought to donate his/her time to file incorporation documents and do the annual reporting. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE 2715. Councilmember Hall inquired if incorporation of the Sister City Committee was standard proce- dure. Mr. Snyder said approximately 90% of sister city committees were private enterprises be- fore the benefits of charitable status started to disappear, but more cities are going to a for- mal structure since the tax laws and contribution requirements have changed. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER HERTRICH OPPOSED. QUARTERLY REPORT TO COUNCIL ON CENTENNIAL ACTIVITIES Arts Coordinator Linda McCrystal noted that the Edmonds Centennial Committee is serving the Wash- ington State Centennial this year and is also preparing for the City's Centennial next year. Ms. McCrystal reviewed the projects that have been completed as follows: Olympic Ballet salute to 1989 Centennial; Driftwood Players "Quilters" musical performance; Edmonds Arts Commission concert; Edmonds Waterfront Festival; Walla Walla 59'ers stagecoach mail run; Centennial EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3 MAY 23, 1989 bookshelf installation at Edmonds Library; exhibits throughout the City; historic storytellers at the library. She also reviewed the following projects that are near completion: Centennial quit; Centennial cookbook; Centennial sculpture; pictorial history book; Edmonds Centennial post- er; Centennial gifts brochure; Centennial sampler of Edmonds writing; 5th and Main Street foun- tain artwork; historical walk guide; stamp cancellation; Centennial parade events; remodel of trails at Sierra Park; Centennial Plaza proposal; Old Oldsmobile car club show. In addition, Ms. McCrystal said the City has participated in several State and County Centennial events. Rob Morrison, Chairman of Edmonds Waterfront Festival, reported that Edmonds first Waterfront Festival was a complete success. He said eleven charter boats offered complimentary services to handicapped people for a fishing trip and everyone went home with a fish. Mr. Morrison said he .hoped that the City would participate more and support next year's event to a greater extent so that more Edmonds citizens participate. Mayor Naughten noted that Mr. Morrison coordinated the events himself. He felt the City should hold the event every year. Barbara Kindness, Chamber of Commerce, said two of the major items that the Centennial Committee is concentrating on as a lasting legacy is the Centennial Plaza sculpture and the fountain project. She said the community was polled and a majority of the citizens wanted to change the appearance of the fountain. Ms. Kindness said a design will be presented to the Council at the next quarterly meeting. Ms. Kindness said the. City is planning a Statehood Day.in combination with the Mill Creek Centen- nial Ball at the Mill Creek Country Club on November 11. Ms. Kindness said the Chamber is establishing a Liberty Cup for the Northwest Drum and Bugle Corps Championship competition at Edmonds High School. Ms. McCrystal said the Walla Walla 59'ers stagecoach run was one of the top ten Centennial events. She noted that the run will occur in only three Northwest cities and Edmonds was select- ed as one of the three. She said the Chamber was instrumental in welcoming the stagecoach to town. .Ms. McCrystal said the stagecoach arrived in Lynnwood much sooner than anticipated and was ready to come into downtown Edmonds. However, the Mayor's secretary was able to contact them and ask them to wait until 3 p.m. as planned. Ms. McCrystal said the 44 Tumbleweeds Horse Club escorted the stagecoach into town, and the Walla Walla 59'ers thought their reception was out- standing. Councilmember Wilson thanked everyone for their efforts in coordinating Centennial events. He added that the City's contribution of new street lamps downtown will be installed in the near future and they are beautiful. REVIEW CITY'S EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY Personnel Manager Brent Hunter reported that the Equal Employment Opportunity policy updates and supersedes the City's Affirmative Action Plan, as accepted by the City in 1975 and later changed in 1979 and 1986. He said the policy is a simplified version of the Affirmative Action Plan that ® the City adopted and provides equal opportunity to all parties regardless of sex, color, creed, etc. He said a grievance process has been included in the event that a complaint is received. Mr. Hunter said the legal climate for EEO has changed significantly since 1975, and the policy more accurately states the position that the City has taken over the past several years. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO APPROVE THE POLICY AS PRESENTED TO THE COUNCIL. MOTION CARRIED. PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2716 CORRECTING EXISTING ORDINANCE RELATING TO EMPLOYEE VACATION BENEFITS Personnel Manager Brent Hunter said the ordinance corrects and clarifies ECC 2.35.030 relating to the amount of vacation benefit and accrual dates. He said the correction is needed to make the City code consistent with current practice and labor agreements. He noted that the change will not increase any employees' vacation benefits above those currently provided. Mr. Hunter said the position of Accounting Manager was added to Paragraph A.3 to correct his omission from the Division Managers' group. This will increase his vacation accrual rate from 11 days per year to 16 days per year. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4 MAY 23, 1989 COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE 2716 AMENDING ECC 2.35.030 RELATING TO EMPLOYEE VACATION BENEFITS. MOTION CARRIED. PROPOSED ORDINANCE MODIFYING RESIDENTIAL PARKING ORDINANCE RELATING TO PROPERTIES IN BC ZONE City Clerk Jackie Parrett reported that in 1984 the ordinance regulating residential parking n permits was modified to allow permit holders to park on ,two streets rather than only on the T street'on which they are addressed if their building fronts on two streets,such as on a corner, and if the property is zoned RM. Subsequent to passage o the ordinance, she said she became Y' aware that El Capitan condominium is in the BC zone rather than the RM zone. Ms. Parrett said she has only issued permits to E1 Capitan residents to park on James Street, the street on which they are addressed, even though the building also fronts on 2nd Avenue. Ms. Parrett said a neighborhood meeting was recently held to attempt to mitigate problems associ- ated with the treatment plant construction and parking in the area was discussed at length. Residents of E1 Capitan requested that 2nd Avenue be included for parking when a resident'quali- fies for a permit. Ms. Parrett said those residents are more or less limited to parking only on the south side of James Street because businesses located on the north side of the street utilize most of the parking on that side of James Street. She said the residential parking permit allows permit holders to park on both sides of the street in the block on which they are.addressed. Ms. Parrett inquired if the intent of the Council when they extended the parking privilege for buildings fronting on two streets was to do that for all apartment buildings and condominiums or if they did not intend to extend that privilege to those in the BC zone because of potential impacts. Ms. Parrett said El Capitan is the only building that she could determine which has two frontages"and is located in the BC zone. She noted that residential parking permits are only issued when a resident owns more vehicles than he -has on -site parking spaces for, and E1 Capitan has two on -site parking spaces per unit. Ms. Parrett said she has issued five permits to residents of El Capitan and one visitor's per- mit. She noted that one of the permits was issued to a person who owns_a motorhome and only parks on the street when loading the vehicle for a trip She said there are twenty-nine units at E1 Capitan. Councilmember Wilson inquired if vehicles are permitted to park on 2nd Avenue at the -present time. Ms. Parrett replied affirmatively noting, however, that it is limited to three-hour park- ing. Councilmember Wilson inquired how treatment plant construction has impacted parking in the area. Ms. Parrett said people who used to park near the treatment plant are unable to do so now because of the construction. Public Works Superintendent Bobby Mills clarified that Public Works employees no longer park on 2nd Avenue but those parking spaces are used by people going to the businesses in that area. Councilmember Hertrich suggested that a variance to the ordinance be adopted for residents of E1 Capitan only. Ms. Parrett said there is no provision in the code to make an exception. She noted that condominiums and apartment complexes are typically constructed in RM zones, but El Capitan is in a BC zone. Councilmember Hall noted that a sunset clause would enable residents to park on 2nd Avenue. Ms. Parrett said there is no provision for a sunset clause in the ordinance. Councilmember Hall pointed out that the ordinance title indicates it is to provide for emergency construction park- ing situations. Community Services Director Peter Hahn said the original draft of the ordinance included that provision and the title only was inadvertently included in the proposed ordinance. Councilmember Dwyer inquired if it was possible to construct other multiple residential struc- tures in a BC zone. Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block said those types of uses are permit- ted in a BC zone only if a commercial use occupies the main floor and the multifamily dwelling is of low density. She noted that E1 Capitan was constructed when multifamily units were permitted in BC zones. Councilmember Dwyer noted that a potential risk would arise if the ordinance was approved in that residential parking could dominate a business zone if like situations arose in the future. He pointed out that the parking privilege could never be revoked, if granted. Councilmember Jaech inquired about parking provisions at El Capitan. Ms. Block said two on -site stalls are provided per unit, which meets Code requirement. Councilmember Jaech inquired why on -street parking was requested, then. Ms. Block said some tenants have three cars. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5 MAY 23, 1989 In response to a question by Councilmember Hertrich, Ms. Parrett said the residents of El Capitan are permitted to park on the south.side of James Street, but people going to the businesses on the north side are parking on the `south side and residents have indicated they cannot find a place to park. Ms. Parrett said she can only issue permits to park on James Street at the present time and not for 2nd Avenue, as the residents have requested. Councilmember Hertrich inquired if the residents of El Capitan could be permitted to park on 2nd Avenue during the period of construction of the treatment plant. Mr. Snyder said a clause provid- ing for temporary parking was recently deleted from the ordinance. Councilmember Hall recommended that the issue be handled administratively because it was an inter- im situation. Councilmember Hertrich concurred. FURTHER DISCUSSION OF FERRY DOCK STUDY OPTIONS City Attorney Scott Snyder stated that the ferry dock terminal facilities are defined by State statute as a State highway, and the City has no zoning or building code authority over the ferry 3 dock. He said, however, the Shorelines Management Act is an exception and is to be administered by the City. Mr. Snyder noted that the only permit that has to be issued for a change in the ferry terminal is a change in the Shoreline Management Permit. He said if the City denied approv- al of an alteration of the terminal, an appeal could be made to the State Shorelines Hearing Board with the City having the right to take a Writ of Certiorari to have the court system ap- prove it. Councilmember Jaech requested Mr. Snyder to submit a report to the Council in the future with respect to the Port of Edmonds and ferry negotiations and .the City's participation and, also, concerning back rent that is due the City. Mr. Snyder said the State has chosen not to proceed with its condemnation of the Port interest. With respect to rent, he said the City is without authority to vacate or close the street because it leads to a public waterway. Councilmember Hall said she read an article in the Post Intelligencer which indicated that there is a lack of funding for the ferry at the present time and there will be $8 million less in 1990. She believed that a large expansion of the terminal would not be forthcoming and perhaps only maintenance would take place. Councilmember Jaech said she observed, while waiting at the ferry terminal on the peninsula, that the smaller ferries made a trip to the other side and almost returned before the larger ferries left the dock. She said that observation supports the use of smaller boats so that people can be transported quicker, and it eliminates the need for a larger holding area. Counci)member Hertrich recommended that the City obtain State funding and select a consultant to study the options. Mayor Naughten said State funding is not available until the City develops the scope of the study. Council discussion ensued with respect to the process of studying the ferry dock options. Councilmember Wilson recommended that the scope of the study not be developed unless the City is going to receive grant monies. He said he learned from a news broadcast that with the passage -of the transportation bill, service will be discontinued on the passenger -only ferry across the Sound and the two new ferries will not be able to run. Community Services Director Peter Hahn said he understood that the gas tax was basically the operations money, but the study that the City will embark on will be funded from a different source, which he believed was already ear- marked. Mr. Hahn said information from previous meetings could be compiled for Council review. Council - member Jaech recommended: 1) the City ascertain if State funds are available; 2) a public hear- ing be scheduled on July 18, 1989; 3) data is compiled into categories for Council review for the work session on July 25; 4) a tentative proposal is submitted to the State; and 5) a final public hearing be scheduled on August 15. Mr. Hahn suggested a second hearing would not be necessary as fie had complete notes from the previous hearings so the July 18 hearing could be on the scope of study. STATUS OF COUNCIL ARTS FESTIVAL PURCHASE Councilmember Wilson said the Arts Festival Committee had invited the Council to select and pur- chase an art piece for 1989. Council discussion ensued regarding the purchase of art. It was the consensus of the Council to combine the budgeted amount for art for 1989 with the allocation for 1990 and commission an award -winning artist to create a 1989/1990 Centennial piece. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6 MAY 23, 1989 COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO SET ASIDE $2,500 FROM THE COUNCIL CONTINGENCY FUND TO BE USED FOR ARTWORK THAT WILL BE DEVELOPED FOR THE CENTENNIAL PROGRAM IN 1990 AND THAT THE ARTIST BE SELECTED IN 1989 THROUGH THE JURY PROCESS. MOTION CARRIED. MAYOR Mayor Naughten noted that the May 30th dinner meeting has been scheduled. Mayor Naughten said an informal City golf tournament was held on Saturday at the Walter Hall golf course and the event was well attended. COUNCIL Council President Pro Tem Hall said the 25th anniversary of the Senior Center was well attended. * Council President Pro Tem Hall inquired if Jim Neese of the television cable contract committee has scheduled another meeting in the near future. City Attorney Scott Snyder said the terms of the contract have not been agreed upon yet. He said his secretary called to arrange a tour of the existing facilities so background information could be gathered. Council President Pro Tem Hall said Community Services Director Peter Hahn pointed out that a minor change in the minutes of November 2, 1987 will enable the City to receive more grant mon- ies. Mr. Hahn said Staff has applied for Shell Creek funding. He said a motion to change the minutes to read "approval of the Shell Creek study" rather than "accept" will put the City in a (Ju` better position to receive grant monies. COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER -HERTRICH, TO APPROVE THE SHELL CREEK BASIN STUDY AND PLAN. MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Wilson said he was opposed to the Mayor's suggestion to appoint an Esperance resi- dent to the City Council in an Ex Officio capacity if annexation occurs. Councilmember Hall concurred. Mayor Naughten suggested that a member of Esperance be appointed to the Planning Board, then, so that they have immediate participation in City affairs. Councilmember Hertrich suggested that, instead, the City Council agendas be published in the Seattle Times, as well as the Herald, because many Esperance residents subscribe to the Times and it would encourage them ,L,to participate in City affairs. Jeff Palmer., Planning Board Chairman, said he had no objection Jam` to widening the reach of the community by advertising the agenda in two newspapers. He pointed out that the ordinance reads that while the City is not separated into wards for representation, the intent is that there be representation from all areas of Edmonds which, he said, would cer- tainly include Esperance. He said the makeup of the Planning Board at the present time does not cover all areas of the City. City Clerk Jackie Parrett said she would find out the cost to adver- tise in the Seattle Times. The Council did not favor appointing a member of the Esperance area to the Planning Board after annexation occurs. Councilmember Hertrich said he felt it was inappropriate for the Mayor to apply for a new rating for the Fire Department before the issue of a possible sprinkler ordinance was heard. Mayor Naughten said he had advised the Council that Staff intended to apply for another rating. Councilmember Hertrich said the Puget Sound Council of Governments recently appointed Bernie Freedman to represent the citizens for the Regional Airport Planning Task Force. Councilmember Hertrich pointed out that State Route 524 will be closed for three months in the summer. Mayor Naughten said the press was notified. The meeting adjourned at 9:29 p.m. THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO JUNE b, 1989 APPROVAL.. VNAGHTEN, 45;�_ ACQU INE G. PARR TT, City Clerk LAR S. May r See Council Minutes of June 6, 1989 EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7 MAY 23, 1989 AGENDA EDMONDS. CITY COUNCIL PLAZA MEETING ROOM -LIBRARY BUILDING 7:00 - 10:00 P.M. MAY 23,-1989 WORK MEETING - NO AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION CALL TO ORDER FLAG SALUTE 1. CONSENT AGENDA (A) ROLL CALL (B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MAY 16, 1989 (C) AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE THREE PART-TIME SUMMER EMPLOYEES AND PURCHASE MATERIAL FOR CRACKSEALING PROGRAM ($11,000) (D) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2714 REPEALING FIREWORKS ORDINANCE #2706- AND ADOPTING MODIFIED FIREWORKS ORDINANCE TO BECOME EFFECTIVE IN 1990 2. CWC-HDR MONTHLY TREATMENT PLANT REPORT 3. UPDATE BY URS ON BASIN STUDIES 4. 5. COUNCIL DETERMINATION REGARDING APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER DECISION ON EXCAVATION AND GRADING OF APPROXIMATELY 1,250 CUBIC YARDS AT 633 GLEN ST. (AP-17-89/CU-22-89/APPELLANT: JACK VANDEMAN; APPLICANT: JAMES SMITH) (CONTINUED FROM HEARING OF MAY 16,.1989) DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2715 ESTABLISHING SISTER CITY COMMITTEE 6. QUARTERLY -REPORT TO COUNCIL ON CENTENNIAL ACTIVITIES 7. REVIEW CITY'S EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY 8. PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2716 CORRECTING EXISTING ORDINANCE RELATING TO EMPLOYEE VACATION BENEFITS 9. PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2717 MODIFYING RESIDENTIAL PARKING ORDINANCE RELATING TO PROPERTIES IN BC ZONE 10. FURTHER DISCUSSION OF FERRY DOCK STUDY OPTIONS 11. STATUS OF COUNCIL ARTS FESTIVAL PURCHASE 12. MAYOR 13. COUNCIL THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND (10 MINUTES) (10 MINUTES) (20.MINUTES) (20 MINUTES) (10 MINUTES) (10 MINUTES) (10 MINUTES) (10 MINUTES) (15 MINUTES) (10 MINUTES) PARKING AND MEETING ROOMS ARE HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE