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WATER COMMITTEE REPORT
Councilman Tuson reported on a meeting had with officials of Lynnwood and Mountlake Terrace
concerning water supply from the Sultan Basin, and there would be another meeting in the
future to "further discuss this,
Chairman Tuson-also reported concerning the pessible Edmonds contract -with -the city of----
Lynnwood.to use Lynnwood. sewage disposal for some of the north end Edmonds areas, and
stated the Water Committee would like permission to hire Mr. James Fraser as a.f.inancial
and'engineering consultant in drawing up a contract with Lynnwood. It was reported that
Mr. Fraser is well qualified for this job and•has been recohmendkd by Mr. James Reid:
Mr. Fraser had agreed -the -fee for this service would not exceed $600.00. A Water
Committee meeting was then set up for the second Tuesday in January to further discuss
this matter with Mr. Fraser, and all councilmen were to attend.
STREET COMMITTEE REPORT
Councilman Sorensen asked Wayne Jones to report on the preliminary figures on a possible
paving, curb, and sidewalk LID on Main Street from 99 to Five Corners,' and'on'5" S.& on
out to the High School corner on 25A S. Jones reporteda. serious grade problem in a ,
portion; right of way acquisition necessary; and not advisable to go ahead with thi s io"w-
without further study before any preliminary meetings are held. With city participation
of 35%, it might be -approximately $7.,30 per zone front foot cost from Five Corners to' the
High School, 'with sidewalk and 44 ft. paving. The Comprehensive Plan shows this.area'having
an 80 ft. R/W, but the city. now has a 60 ft.. R/W. . The Street Committee would like. to take
this up further, and a•.!meeting was -set for Monday, January 69 to include.the Mayor and all
councilmen,. as. well as. the City Supervisor,. Engineer Moran and. Engineer` Jones.
Mr. Wm. J. Kaspar spoke from the audience concerning the extension of Aloha St. from 81
to 9A, and pointing out that..this would create'a-poorly planned street., coming up to a.
blind spot on to 9t •Ave,. - The Mayor read the Planning Commission Resolution #93 of
November 20, 1963 recommending the 50 ft. R/W extending Aloha St. from 8t' to 91h. After
some discussion and a further explanation by Mr_. Kaspaz�, and checking of the plat mapo Fist
was moved by Councilman Slye and seconded by -Councilman Smets' to reject the recommendations
contained in Resolution #93 of the Planning Commission, and the motion carried.
OTHER COMMITTEE.REPORTS
Councilman Smets offered a report covering, a recent meeting he attended:.with Associati-bri
of Washington Cities off1cials.;. the. question of speeding up the re -channeling, of traffic`
off Auroar 'and 205k. and diverting it to 23814; and also recent newspaper articles concern-
ing the ineffectiveness of laws..where. traffic fatalities result. from'liquor involvement.'
No action was taken by 'the council on these matters.
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RESIGNATION OF MAYOR SPRO.ULE McGINNESS
A letter was read Vy the City Clerk from Mayor McGiriness tendering his.resi;gnation as
Mayor, effective,immediately, due to pressure of other business. Councilman. Simpson
moved that the council reflect his letter of resignation, and after some discusslon,. the
motion died for lack -of a second. It was then moved by Councilman Slye and seconded by
Councilman Smets to accept. regretfully '-the Mayor'`s resignation, as he lead certainly •given
a lot of service. to the City. Motion carried.
Councilman Sorensen then moved, seconded by Councilman Slye that Mayor Pro'-'Tem'Tuson be
appointed Mayor'to fill out the unexpired term of .Sproule McGiriness from now'untia a new
Mayor is elected on the March`1964 ballot, and the motion carried unanimously.
Meeting was then adjourned at 10:30:P.M. ,¢
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January . 7 , 1964
ROLL CALL
Regular meeting was called to order by Mayor Tuson with all councilmen present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A copy.of the minutes of the last meeting having been received by each councilman, it was
moved by Councilman-Slye and seconded -by Councilman Smets that the minutes of the meeting
of December 17th-be approved.as submitted. Motion carried.
AUDITING OF BILLS
Councilman Slye.,reported that the regular monthly bills had been audited, and moved that
the City Clerk`be;,Authorized to pay .them. This,was seconded by Councilman Sorensen and
the motion carri'ed..
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Smets .that the.bills.against LID
#1.20 be paid: Edmonds;Tribune Review.$25.15; and Jerald'C.. Hall $300.00., Motion carried.
Councilman Slye moved, seconded by Councilman Sorensen that the bill against LID #123 iii
the amount of $875.00 from Jerald C. Hall be paid. Motion carried.
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It was moved .by Councilman Slye and seconded by Councilman Sorensen that the bills against
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• LID #124 be paid: Reid, Middleton & Associates, Inc., $230.799 and Jerald C. Hall,$150.00.
Motion carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Slye and seconded by Councilman Sorensen that the bills
against LID #119 be paid as follows: Hubbard Real Estate & Insurance, $25.00 for bond;
Reid, Middleton & Associates, Inc., $2,959.47 engineering; A. & M. Construction Equip -
:.. went Co., $439978.81 for contractor's estimate A, and that the City Clerk be authorized
to issue interest bearing warrants to Southwick, Campbell, Waterman Co. in the amount of
$46,963.28 to cover these bills. Motion carried.
PURCHASE OF EATHEL THAYER PROPERTY
It was moved by Councilman Slye and seconded by Councilman Christensen that the City
Council authorize the City Clerk to issue an.interest bearing warrant in the amount of
$35,000.00 for down payment on the Thayer property for park purposes. Motion carried
unanimously.
CORRESPONDENCE
The City Clerk read a Notice of Intention to Commence Annexation Proceedings from Wm. G.
Carley on the proposed South Central annexation area, along with petitions signed by the
owners of not less than 10% of the assessed valuation of. the area described as from the
South City limits at 99 Ave. east to 889 W., from Edmonds.Way to the city limits north of
220a, excluding Aurora Heights Division #3 and area south of 232nd Place S.W. The letter
requested a date be set for a hearing not later than 60 days after filing of the latter,
for the city to accept or reject the petition for annexation, and- decide whether or not
the annexed area should assume the bonded indebtedness. It..was moved by Councilman Slye
and seconded by Councilman Christensen that the date of February 18A be set for the
hearing. After some discussion as to the advisability of setting the date earlier,
Councilman Slye withdrew his motion. Councilman Slye then moved to set the date of
• January 21 for the hearing, and this was seconded by Councilman Christensen, and motion
carried.
CIVIL DEFENSE DIRECTOR
A letter of resignation as Director of Civil Defense was received from Cdr. John E. Kelley,
1206 Olympic Avenue. Mayor Tuson instructed the City Clerk to have a letter of appreciation
sent to Cdr. Kelley for having served in this capacity, and accepting his resignation with
regret.
..Mayor Tuson then submitted the name of Col. Thomas J. Marnane, 340 Sunset Ave. as new
Civil Defense Director. It was moved by Councilman Christensen and seconded by Councilman
Sorensen to confirm the Mayor's appointment of Col. Marnane, and the motion carried. The
City Clerk was instructed to notify Col. Marnane of his appointment'.
A letter and suggested Resolution were read regarding discount matching for Statewide
City Employees Retirement System for the year 1964. It was moved by Councilman Simpson,
seconded by Councilman Smets that the City kdopt Resolution #899 matching the retirement
employee contributions on the 80% basis as before. Motion carried.
A letter was read from Mr. & Mrs. Frank Brandt, 1335 N. 205�, concerning water drainage
as a result of'Arrow Transportation Co. flushing out their trucks, and causing a pool
of stagnant oily water in their area. Engineer Moran was asked to check on this and see
what could be done to alleviate the situation.
A letter was received from Dean Hunter, City Manager of Mountlake Terrace, concerning
a drainage problem in the area of 73rd P1. W. at 22614 S.W. Engineer Moran made a
report on this, stating a culvert east from Highway 99 was put in by the State Highway
• Dept., and the lot was graded and cleared, and the damage from water started after this
had been done. The water.runs down to the S.E. corner of the lot, and from Edmonds city
limits there runs over into Mountlake Terrace. The builder there was not required to
put in anything to take care of this water. There seems to be a dispute between two
property owners in regard to the problem, and the City of Mountlake Terrace had been asked
to intercede for residents of the area - this causing a letter to be sent tothe City of
Edmonds. It was decided that Engineers Moran and Jones should meet with the attorney for
the residents involved, and that Attorney Murphy of Edmonds should also meet with them to
determine if there is any liabilii$ on the part of the City of Edmonds.
A letter was read from the Department of Commerce and Economic Deftlopment stating they
are reviewing the application for the Urban Planning Grant for Edmonds.
A letter was read from the Department of Health, State of Washington, regarding the
Meadowdale Elementary School sewer extension. Also a letter from the Washington State
Pollution Control Commission regarding the same. Both approved the sewer plan.
A letter was read, sent to the Stevens Memorial Hospital from Fitz Auto Parts of Lynnwood,
and a carbon copy mailed to the Mayor of Edmonds. It outlined Fitz Auto Parts plans to
beautify their property with trees on the west border to screen their yard from the view
of the hospital, and also to burn as little as possible, and in all ways to make their
operation of a wrecking yard as inconspicuous as possible to the hospital.
Councilman Smets asked permission to speak further regarding Mr. Brandt's letter con-
cerning the water from Arrow Transportation Col, stating he and Judge Goulder had
visited the area and noted oil in the water, making an offensive odor, and feared this
would eventually damage Lake Ballinger.
Councilman Smets also asked about the problem of drainage at Aurora Village, and Attorney
Murp#y reported he had had a conference as reported with the parties concerned, the
• - demand for Edmonds had been made, but he had still received no reply.
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GASOLINE AND
FUEL OIL FOR 1964
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A motion was
made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Sorensen
to set the date for
opening of bids for gasoline and fuel oil requirements for the city of
Edmonds for the
year 1964 on
January 21. Motion carried.
It was moved
by Councilman Slye and seconded by Councilman Simpson to
set January 21 as
the date for
opening of bids for an Accounting Machine for the City.
Motion carried.
It was moved
by Councilman Simpson and seconded by Councilman Smets that January 21 be
also set as
the date for opening of bids on a new police ear. Motion
carried.
PROPOSED STREET LIGHTING OF .DOWNTOWN AREA
Mayor Tuson reported he had met with PUD Engineer, Clarence Harlander, and requested
permission of Council to call for bids to be opened, February 4�' to improve lightingof
the streets in the central business district, which will double the existing lighting,
at a cost of $8,400 for fixtures and $4,600 for PUD installation - a total,of $13,000.
Councilman Christensen, in thinking of previous discussion in council, felt the whole
city should be convassed to see where the greatest needs are. Councilman Simpson, whose
business is in the field of lighting, stated it takes more study than just installing
lights on the existing poles. He conceded the -level of lighting would be raised, but it
would be insufficient and spotty. He and councilman Christensen suggested getting two
or three engineers who are available from all large electrical companies to make recom-
mendations for the entire city; Mr. Lawson was asked to contact two or three engineers
in this connection, and council will study the matter in committee. There was also some
discussion of looking into the possibility. of getting the poles, etc. ofP the main
thoroughfare. This will also be discussed further. v
PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT
Mayor Tuson appointed Councilman Slye as council representative on the Planning Commission. •
It was moved by Councilman Christensen, seconded by Councilman Sorensen to confirm the
Mayor's appointment. Motion carried.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
Attorney Murphy reported he had resolutions from the Planning Commission along -with
ordinances to encompass the changes.
It was moved by Councilman Harrison, seconded by Councilman Smets to accept Resolution #91
of the Planning Commission and pass Ordinance #10301 covering rezoning of an area north of
the Edmonds Jr. High School from R-6 to R-6A. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by.Councilman Smets to accept Planning Commission
Resolution #92 and pass Ordinance #1031, rezoning of an area east of the Putt Putt Golf
Course on 761� from R-8 to R-C. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Slye,'seconded by Councilman Harrison to pass Ordinance
#1032, zoning the small piece of property newly annexed in the north end, to S-12. Motion
carried.
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Harrison to pass Ordinance #1033,
cash prepayment expiration period on LID #114. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Harrison, seconded by Councilman.Christensen to pass
Ordinance #1034, cash prepayment expiration period on LID #117. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Harrison to pass Ordinance #10359
cash prepayment expiration period on LID #118. Motion carried.
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Attorney Murphy reported that sometime ago Mr. Lemuel Everett had requested from the Park
Board permission for a refreshment concession at the City Park. The Attorney had prepared
a proposed agreement to this effect. Mr. Everett will donate the concrete'block building
he is planning to construct, to the City. In exchange, he will be given a 5 year con-
cession with option to renew, and on renewal lease will pay the City 10% of his gross
receipts. The council referred this to the Park Board for consideration and Councilman
Christensen will report at the next meeting. A Park Board meeting was set for January 151�
at 7:30 P-M-
Ordinance #10369 annexing the YMCA property to the city was presented by Attorney Murphy,
the waiver having been received from the Board of Review. It was moved by Councilman
Harrison and seconded by Councilmah Smets to pass Ordinance #1036. Councilman Christensen
questioned the YMCA accepting the bonded indebtedness of the city, considering the type of
organization it is. After some discussion, however, it wqs felt advisable to allow them
to do so, inasmuch as their original petition for annexation was so worded to accept it.
Motion carried.
A report was made regarding pending condemnation proceedings on the Aqua Sports property
to take the January 1411 recessed meeting the
on the waterfront, and it was decided up at
matter•of decision as to whether or not to proceed with the condemnation.
STREET COMMITTEE REPORT
Councilman Sorensen reported that on 7614 W. from 206a to 208�' S.W., half the street is in
Lynnwood and the west half in the county, with the property on the vest side of 769 in
Edmonds. He believed.Edmonds should annex that portion of 76k from 2061' to 2089. The
question was asked why Lynnwood should not annex it and keep up the whole street. From
to 2lCa on 7614 W., the east side is in the county and Edmonds borders the west side,
with the street in the county. South of 210k, Edmonds is on both sides of the street.
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• Action on these matters was referred to the City Attorney, to drq.w up what is
necessary to annex one half of the street from 206t to 210111.
The Street Committee would like to purchase the right of way 30 ft. x 270 ft. on
the east side of Second between James and Dayton, for a price not to exceed $2000,
It was moved by Councilman Sorensen and seconded by Councilman Slye that the city
enter into negotiations to purchase a piece of property from Henry and Salina Batts,
30 ft. x 270 ft. on the east side of Second Avenue between James and Dayton, purchase
price not to exceed $2000. This would amount to an exchange of property for assess-
ments, as there will be an LID against this for improving the street. Motion carried.
The Street Committee will have an informal preliminary meeting with property ownees
in the from Five Corners to the High School on January 289 to discuss possible
area
improvements on 5k S.E. from 179 Pl. S. to 25k S`. This would include arterial fund
participation.
Mayor Tub on recessed the meeting to January 141► for the hearing on the final assess-
ment roll on LID #120, Third Avenue paving. That evening, council will also meet
with Mr. James Fraser, financial consultant.
January 14,E 1964
Recessed meeting was called to order by Mayor Tuson with Councilman Harrison, Smets,
Christensen, Slye and Sorensen present.
Hearing was held on the final assessment roll of LID #120, Third Avenue paving. It
was pointed out by Engineer Jones of Reid, Middleton & Associates, Inc. that the final
overall cost was less than the preliminary estimate. There was one written protest
from Robert Dority. Comments from the audience included Mr. Dority, protesting being
charged for curbs and gutters when hib property already had this improvement. Mr.
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Jones explained to Mr. Dority's satisfaction that the charge on his assessment was
for paving only, not for curbs and gutters. Charles Shepherd also asked questions
concerning his assessment, which were answered by Mr. Jones. It was then moved by
Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Smets that Ordinance #1037 be passed°, ap-
proving and confirming the assessment roll (final) on LIB #120, and the motion carried.
ORDINANCE FOR BOND ISSUE, IF NECESSARY
City Attorney Murphy presented an ordinance providing General Obligation bond coverage
of $35,000, which is a legal -requirement in thecity's down payment on the purchase of
the Thayer property.. This was Ordinance #1038 authorizing the sale.of bonds if
necessary, to $3590009 providing for issuance of interest bearing warrants. It was
moved by Councilman -Christensen, seconded by Councilman Sorensen that Ordinance #1038
be passed, and the motion carried.
MEETING WITH STATE HIGHWAY DEPT.
D. C. Lawson reported on a meeting with Mr. Paul McKay, District Engineer of -the State
Highway Department, at which Acting City Engineer Moran, Police Chief Grimstad, Harry
Wagner, Chamber of Commerce president, and Al Kincaid, Street and Road Committee
Chairman of the Chamber w1are also present.. Two matters were brought up: (1) paving
of Fifth Avenue So. from Maple to Elm, and (2) the need for a traffic control signal
at 9k and Edmonds Way (Westgate). Mr. Lawson reported that after discussion Mr. McKay
committed himself to having the traffic control signal done by April, and that the
paving would be done at the earliest date in the Spring possible for this type of job.
The group also asked consideration for earlier completion of the freeway access from
the Ferry Dock to the Freeway. Councilman Smets asked if anything was reported on the
light at 205t' & 7614. Mr. Lawson reported nothing was said about that. Mr. Moran
• stated he understood this is under contract.
CORRESPONDENCE
The City Clerk read a letter of January 10M from City Attorney Murphy to Mr. Manson
Backus, Aurora Village Shopping Center, concerning the water drainage problem.
A letter was read, dated January 13v, from A. G. Simpson, tendering his resignation
from the City Council, effective immediately. It was moved by Councilman Slye and
seconded by Councilman Christensen to accept Mr. Simpson's resignation, giving due
notice of the service he has given to the City and thanking him for his=`work while
councilman. Motion carried.
It was then moved by Councilman Christensen, seconded by Councilman Harrison to ask
the City Attorney to draw two resolutions - one for the service of Mayor McGinness,
and one for Councilman Simpson, commending them for their faithful work in the city
business over the past years, and thanking them; and these Resolutions to be spread
on the minutes and published in the papers, and .copies sent -to the individuals in-
volved. Motion carried.
Mr. Don Cnatrell thanked the council for -taking action on the water problem at 176k
and 72nd W.
Councilman Sorensen, for the Street Committee, asked the method by which 761' W., which
had been deleted from the Comprehensive Plan when adopted, could be put back into the
Comprehensive Plan, for widening the street. Attorney Murphy advised that it must be-
gin with Planning Commission and be sent again from there to council.
Meeting was then adjourned.
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