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City Council has the alternative of accepting or rejecting either area.
After much discussion concerning the delay in any action being taken by the Railroad on
the Dayton Street crossing, it was moved by Councilman Smets, seconded by Councilman
Simpson that if by May 2921 the haz-q.rdous situation .existing at .the spur crossing of the
Great Northern Railway in Edmonds is not corrected,the City of Edmonds will proceed, on
advice of the City Attorney, to correct this situation and the expense will be charged
to the Great Northern Railway. A roll call vote showed Councilmen Harrison, Smets,
Christensen and Simpson in favor; Tuson, Slye and Sorensen voting no, and the motion
carried.
Councilman Sorensen then stated that we should install a traffic light at Westgate and
charge it to the State Highway. He therefore moved, seconded by Councilman Tuson, that
a traffic light be installed at 9�' and Edmonds Way at Westgate, and the cost be charged
to the State Highway, also on the advice of the City Attorney. A roll call vote showed
four councilmen in favor, Christensen, Simpson and Slye voting against, and the motion
carried.
Councilman Tuson requested a Water Committee meeting be set for Monday, May 27, with
the Mayor and City Supervisor, as well as Councilman Christensen invited to attend.
Councilman Harrison reported on the agreement having been reached between Clark, Coleman,
Rupeiks with the South County Joint Planning Council. Application had been submitted to
Olympia for a two year study, and Councilman Harrison suggested that the City of Edmonds
should be thinking about budgeting another $3500.00 for next year's share of the cost.
A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Sorensen that the bill from
Finn Hill Nursery for $1094.88, retainage for the landscaping of the Civic Center, be
paid, since it was reported that the work was now satisfactorily completed. Motion
carried.
Permission was also given the City Clerk to pay an assessment on LID #97 in the amount of
$776.72 from City Street capital outlay funds, in consideration of having been granted a
R/W for street purposes from Clarence Wickstrom.
Engineer Moran presented the final plat of Diana Lee Addition from the Planning Commission
for Council acceptance. It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Sorensen
that the final plat of Diana Lee Addition be approved with the provision of a setback from
Casper Street and from 94 Ave. of 35 ft. rather than 25 ft. Mbtion carried, with all
Councilmen in favor except Harrison and Simpson..
It was moved by Councilman Sorensen, seconded by Councilman Smets that the final plat of
Lake Ballinger Homes, Division #4 be accepted. Motion carried.
A Petition was received, signed by 32 residents, complaining about dust on 70 and 24014,
and stating that the streets were not put back in the condition which they were before the
sewer projecttin the Ballinger area.. It was decided that these streets, with a temporary
oil coating, would have been graded by the city as soonas chuckholes appeared, so would
have in any event become dusty, so the only permanent solution to the problem would be a
paving LID, or another oil coating for temporary relief. The oil coatings, however, must
be put on at the property owners' expense, as the city does not oil streets.
A letter from Lorin J. Matthews concerned deterioration of the blacktop on 1001h W. near
his residence at 19120. This matter was referred to Superintendent Moran.
There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourn
June 4, 1963
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Regular meeting was called to order by Mayor McGinness with all councilmen present.
Minutes of the last meeting were read and approved.
Bids were opened on LID #117, paving of Hemlock Street, Vh to 8. Prior to opening of bids,
a letter was read from Anna H. Austin requesting paving across 71' to her property to take
care of run-off, and the City Clerk was directed to acknowledge this letter and explain that
an LID cannot be extended after the ordinance creating it has been passed. There was one
bid on the project: Joplin Paving Co., $7,976.25; The Engineer's estimate had been
$8,100.00. A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Smets that the bid of
Joplin Paving Co. be accepted, for paving of Hemlock from 7u' to 8' under LID #1179 and the
motion carried.
Hearing was held on the final assessment roll for LID #1089 Lake Ballinger sewers. There
were 9 letters of protest, and these were first read and then taken in order for discussion:
John H. Nordquist, 7516 241st S.W., concerning restoration of asphalt. Engineer Jones
stated that his was not asphalt, but -an oiled street. Mayor McGinness replied that the City
will grade streets prior to oiling, but. the oiling must be tak— care-ofby the residents
themselves, a�akthe City cannot assume responsibility of maintaining oil coated streets.
Mrs. Ava M. Patterson, 24223 76t' W. objected'to her assessment because $300.00 had already
been paid to connect to the trunk line. Engineer Jones was instructed by the Mayor to look
into this and see that credit is given for this amount if payment has been made.
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L. 0. Jones, concerning a 30 ft. R/W which had no bearing on the assessment roll.
• E. Gordon Roberts, complaint on the amount of the assessment. He later withdrew his
objection after understanding how the assessment was figured.
Mrs. Robert Ryan, 23703 77:!� W. complaint on amount of assessment. After explanation
of how assessment is figured, Mrs. Ryan seemed satisfied, but the Mayor asked Wayne
Jones to re -work the Ryan assessment to be sure it is correct.
James Irwin, 23329 Highway 99 complained of a drainage ditch too close to his property
line, causing sloughing of land. Wayne Jones reported this is only at one corner. Mr:
Irwin was present and said the ditch was on easement property of his next door neighbor,
and his neighbor had the contractor move the ditch, which Mr. Irwin felt brought it too
close to'his line and caused the sloughing. City Attorney Hall stated it was difficult
to see any damage. Mention was made of instructing Mr. Moran to look into the matter to
see if the ditch could be relocated, but Councilman Christensen questioned the City's
getting involved in the matter. After some further discussion it was decided to defer
action on this until after final action was taken on the assessment roll.
A letter of protest from G. Garton 23700 771� W.'was withdrawn.
Emmett M. Bacon, 7713 2341� S.W. complained about the condition of the road and the
dust.
Herbert C. Swift, 8216 242nd S.W. felt his assessment should be less because 10 ft. of
his land had been sold to Bill Blume Chevrolet. He was advised this would be segregated
by the Engineer and the assessment for the 10 ft. charged to the rightful owner.
A motion was made by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Slye that the contractor
on LID #108 be notified of the complaint of James Irwin regarding the ditch, and that
he be asked to rectify any damage done'to the corner of the property. Motion carried.
• Councilman Tuson then moved, seconded by Councilman Simpson that Ordinance #991 be
passed, approving and confirming the final assessment roll on LID #108. Motion carried.
A Petition was read, signed by approximately 30 residents, asking for removal of the
old feed barn on Third and Edmonds. Mayor McGinness reported that arrangements have
been completed with the owner of the building to.haye this matter taken care of as
soon as weather conditions permit.
Supervisor Lawson reported on the letter having been sent to the Great Northern outlining
the action taken by the Council at the last meeting in regard to repairing the spur track
crossing at Dayton. This had been met with action by the Great Northern and planking had
been put in.
Another sealed bid on LID #117 was presented, from Washington Asphalt Co., addressed to
the City Clerk, Everett, Washington, and delivered at approximately 9:00 P.M. to the
Edmonds Police Dept. This was after award of the bid had been made, and the City Clerk
was instructed to return it unopened with a letter of.explanation.
City Attorney Hall reported that the Street_ Committee had requested Supt. Moran to in-
stitute action for sidewalk repair and -improvement, listing the areas in need of same;
and the Attorney had prepared a Resolution calling for property owners to repair these
sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and install walks where they are now lacking in part of
a block, and setting the hearing for July 2, 1963. Councilman Simpson suggested striking
curbs and gutters in the Resolution, and after discussion this change was made. The
work to commence on or before August 1, 1963 and completed on or before September 1, 1963,
but the question of establishing the length of time property owners will have to pay for
the work if the City is forced to do it and charge them will be taken up at the hearing
on July 2.. A motion was then made by Councilman Slye,seconded by Councilman Simpson that
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Resolution #81 be passed, as amended, and the motion carried..
An Ordinance,a t�z horizing the Mayor to negotiate for the purchase of property on the
beach known as Walker's Cabins. The Park Board felt this a wise purchase for the City
at this time and it would enhance the value for use of the City Beach.. Councilman Slye
questioned the advisability of such a price for a small piece of property, but it was
felt the property was well worth the money amd would not be any cheaper at a later date.
Therefore, a motion was made by Councilman Christensen, seconded by Councilman Sorensen
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that Ordinance #992 be passed, authorizing the Mayor to ne otiate with Walker's Cabins
to purchase that property for. City Beach use with Park Dept funds. Motion carried, with
Councilman Slye voting no.
Upon recommendation of the Park Board, also, a motion was "made .by. Councilman Christensen,
seconded by Councilman 5mets that Ordinance #993 be passed, authorizing the Mayor to
negotiate for acquisition or condemnation of the property north of the Edmonds°Boathouse,
the Mary Smith tidelands, (approx. 400 ft.) for public park purposes. Motion carried.
A gentlemen residing at 1021 21st Ave. S. acted as spokesman for a delegation present
protesting a rumor that a home for unwed mothers is being started in their area across
from the Senior'High School. Mayor McGinness called on Supv. Lawson to report his know-
ledge of this. He stated that this is a zoning matter. This is an R6-A area, where
boarding houses are not permitted; and Mr.. Barr has been so notified. He has an applica-
tion before the Board of Adjustment, and'is fully aware of the restrictions on the
property at this time. Residents of the area were invited to contact the City Attorney
for clarification of any questions they might have, and they were also advised to attend
the meeting of the Board of Adjustment which meets the 414 Tuesday of the month.
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Tuson that the regular monthly
bills be paid and warrants drawn on the proper funds. Motion carried.
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Councilman Slye made the motion, seconded by Councilman Sorensenthat the bills against
LID #107 be paid: Jerald C. Hall, $3.00; Roberts, Shefelman, Lawrence, Gay & Moch,
$375.00; and Tribune -Review, $106.16. Motion carried.
It was also moved by Councilman 51ye, seconded by Councilman Sorensen that the bills'
against LID #108 be paid: Puget Press, $178.55; Edmonds Tribune -Review, $25.69;
Washington State Hig)away Commission, $174.45; and the City Clerk be authorized to
issue an interest bearing warrant in the amount of $378.69 to Southwick, Campbell,
Waterman Co. to cover these bills. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Sorensen that the bills against
LID #110 be paid as follows: Edmonds Tribune -Review, $38.19; Leona Silhan, $14.00; and
Jerald C. Hall, $150.00; and the City Clerk be authorized to issue an interest -bearing
warrant to Grande & Co., Inc. in the amount of $202.19'to cover these. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman gorensen-that the bills
against LID #113 be paid: $28.24 to the Tribune -Review, $193.50 to Jerald C. Hall, and
$14.00 to Leona Silhan. Motion carried.
Councilman Slye made the motion, seconded by Councilman borensen-uthAt the bills against
LID #115 be paid: $34.50 to the Tribune -Review and $150.00 to Jerald C. Hall. Motion
carried.
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Sorensen that the bill to Jerald
C. Hall for $450.00 be paid out of LID #116, and.the City Clerk be authorized to issue an
interest -bearing warrant to Grande & Co:, Inc. for this amount. kotion carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Slye,.seconded by Councilman Smets that a bill against
LID #118 to the Tribune -Review for $40,88 be paid. Motion carried.,.
The members of the City Council were advised that the Comprehensive Plan was now available,
and copies would be given out in the office of the City Clerk where they must be signed for.
Meeting was then adjourned.
City Clerk
June 18, 1963
Regular meeting was called to order by Mayor McGinness with all councilmen present except
Sorensen, who arrived later.
Bids were opened on LID #114, paving Pine from 6k to 71% The bids were:
Lake City Gravel & Materials $6,735.00
Joplin Paving Co. 6,747.50
Washington Asphalt Co. 79270.00
The Engineer was asked to review the bids for extensions and conformity, and action was held
up for the present. Later in the meeting, after discussion, a motion was made by Councilman
Sorensen, seconded by Councilman Slye that the City accept the bid of Joplin Paving Co., whom
we consider the lowest responsible bidder, on LID #114, in the amount of $6,747.50, rejecting
the low bid of Lake City Gravel & Materials because of unsatisfactory performance on their
last two jobs for the City of Edmonds. Motion carried unanimously.
Bids were opened on LID #118, paving of "A" Street, Elm to Fir. Bids were:
Lake City Gravel & Materials $6,800.00
Joplin Paving Co. 6,648.75
Washington Asphalt Co. 6,941.55
These bids were also referred to the Engineer for checking, and later in the meeting a motion
was made by Councilman Sorensen, seconded by Councilman Harrison that the City accept the low
bid of Joplin Paving Co.i,n the amount of $6,648.75 on LID #118. Motion carried.
Hearing was held on the final assessment roll on LID #116, paving Admiral Way & Dayton. There
were 2 written protests; no one in the audience spoke for or against. Engineer Jones reported
that the preliminary cost per zone front foot had been figured at $5.05, and the final zone
front foot cost came to $4.76. It was moved by Councilman Christensen, seconded by Councilman
Simpson that Ordinance #994 be passed, approving and confirming the final assessment roll on
LID #116. Motion carried. The Mayor expressed congratulations to the contractor for a very
good job, and to the engineer in obtaining a contract at less than the estimate.
Hearing was held on the preliminary assessment roll on LID #119, sewers in the Senior High
School area. There were 3 written protests, and the one from Robert W. Martin of Bob's
A & W Drive -In concerned the cutting of trees on the easement for sewer. He offered an al-
ternate plan, and Engineer Jones stated that this would be used if feasible, as it is the
desire of the City to save all trees possible. Several members of the audience protested
the amount of their assessments, especially Mr. Cross and Mr. Roberts, who both own con-
siderable property on Highway 99. Also a member of the audience mentioned the dnd of the
sewer line on a culdesac, which deleted a few houses, and Engineer Jones explained this
was necessary due to the slope of the land, and that another LID would serve those houses,
along with other areas as they came into the City. It was explained to all that it takes
60% of the assessment protesting to kill the LID, but Attorney Hall stated the Health
Department says there is a definite health hazard in this area. In this case the city is
empowered to proceed with the LID without regard to protests. The Mayor read a letter from
Dr. Kenny, Health Officer, pointing out the health hazard. Mention was made of the question
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