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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION #315 •
Resolution #315 from the Planning Commission was presented to council, denial of a
request for rezone from RS-20 to RS-12 in the Meadowdale area. No appeal had been
received, and a motion was made by Councilman Kincaid, seconded by Councilman
Nordquist to uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission in their Resolu-
tion #315 and deny the request for rezone. Motion carried.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION #316
Planning Commission Resolution #316 was presented, recommending denial of File
7A-1-69 to establish office zone as part of the zoning ordinance and map. An
appeal had been received from Dr. Hoover, and it was moved by Councilman Slye,
seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the hearing on the appeal from recommendation
in Planning Commission Resolution #316 be set for September 16. Motion carried.
SECOND READING: AMENDMENT TO STREET NAME ORDINANCE
A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that pro-
posed Ordinance #1441 be passed, amending the street name map to.change the name of
Southstream Lane to Driftwood Lane and adding Maple Way thereto. Motion carried.
BIDS ON SALE OF DAMAGED TRUCK.
Bids had been received by the City of Edmonds on the sale of a damaged Water Dept.
pickup truck. Bids were:
Fitz Auto Parts of Lynnwood, Inc. $325.00
Edmonds Auto Rebuild 330.00
The City Engineer recommended awarding.the bid to the highest bidder, and a motion •
was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that the damaged Water
Dept. truck be sold to Edmonds Auto Rebuild for, the sum of $330.00, Motion carried.
There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:20 P.M.
September 2, 1969
ROLL CALL
Regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council.was called to order by Mayor Harve
Harrison with all councilmen present except Kincaid, who is on vacation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of August 19 had been posted and mailed, and with no omissions
nor corrections, they were approved as written.
RESOLUTION FROM 4 SOUTH COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS REGARDING DISPATCHING
Fire Chief Cooper explained that the proposed resolution from the four South County
Fire Chiefs was in regard to dispatching, and the need for a common radio frequency.
The present frequency used is shared with'police, and is overloaded. However, he
stressed the need for continuing on a dual band to maintain contact with the police.
The proposed resolution also contained several other points, including updating of
the mutual aid agreements. A motion was made by Councilman Bennet, seconded by
Councilman Haines that proposed Resolution #211 be passed, adopting the proposed
dispatching requirements. Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Two letters were read from Mrs. Barbara Praninskas, 7301 - 193rd Pl. S.W., Lynnwood,
which she requested be read at a city council meeting. The letters were (1) to Mr.
Xon Baker, Snohomish County Coroner, and (2) to the Editors of several South County
newspapers, complaining of the handling of the details by the coroner's office
following her husband's accidental death.
A letter was received from W. Van Osdale, 7026 - 176th P1. S.W., regarding the repairs
that were to be made on 176th after the installation of sewers. This was referred to
the City Engineer.
A letter was read from Union Oil Company regarding their property adjacent to the
south city boundary. They asked for a review of the tax rates if they should annex
to the City of Edmonds, and wished to know if the assumption of bonded indebtedness
would apply should they annex. It was the agreement of council that Union Oil Co.
should be advised that a letter of intent to annex would be received favorably, and
that they should be supplied with information on the extra millage that would be
applied to their taxes should they be asked to assume the bonded indebtedness of
the City.
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A letter was received from Reid, Middleton & Associates, Inc. regarding the request
for extension of sewer service to areas in both the Ronald Sewer District and Alder -
wood Water District. This was taken under advisement.
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AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION I
Mr. James Mueller asked for an indication regarding the exact monetary amounts on
the proposed park bond issue. He felt that the minutes of the last council meeting
should name these specific amounts. It was noted that Councilman Kincaid, on,page 2,
had made a statement regarding the suggested amounts to be applied for Yost Park, as
well as the neighborhood parks and possible new acquisitions, but that this had not
been in the form of a motion. However, Mr. Mueller insisted that it was a statement
by the entire council, and since no motion had been made on this subject, it was
now moved by Councilman Bennett, seconded by Councilman Tuson that the minutes be
amended to reflect that the council as a whole, with the exception of Councilman
Slye, agreed with the statement of Councilman Kincaid on the application of monies
for parks as noted in the minutes of August 19. Motion carried.
Mr. Ed Robinson, 19815 - 88th W., stated that he had driven over the weekend to two
beached in Edmonds and found them extremely crowded, and the Union Oil beach parking
area was so full of cars and in such condition that it was difficult to turn
around and leave. He szid he finally drove to Seattle, and found fewer people per
beach frontage at Carkeek Park. He added that this pointed out two things to him:
(1) that Edmonds needs more beach property, and (2) that there is a need for addit-
ional and improved parking area on the Union Oil beach property. It was noted that
this Union Oil property is merely leased ground, and not City property. However,
Councilman Bennett felt it was important to get something done with the area for cars
to be able to maneuver better, and asked that the Park Director take a look at this
in regard to budgeting money for next year. It was also brought to the attention of
the people interested that since this -is a year-to-year lease, the city should not
plan to spend too much on improvement of the property.
Mr. Gordon Sanborn asked council if an answer had been received from the Urban Arter-
ial Board on the city's request for reclassification of 9th. Engineer Larson answered
that the UAB would review.the request and it would-be doubtful if an answer would be
received before October lst. He then read the letter sent from the Engineer's office
to the UAB on the reclassification request for 9th. Mr..Sanborn asked if the City
could hold off on obtaining any more easements for a 60' R/W and the City Engineer
stated that he felt since 60, is the minimum R/W required in either case, the city
should proceed with the R/W acquisition, but not with slope easements, until the
office hears from the UAB. Following some discussion, a motion was made by Council-
man Bennett, seconded by Councilman Haines, that this matter of obtaining easements
on 91h be held in abeyance until the city hears from the Urban Arterial Board, but no
later than October 10%. Before the motion was voted upon, Councilman Nelson said he
felt the city should continue to obtain R/W for 601, and could always give it back if
it is not needed. Councilman Haines asked if the people on 91h would cooperate if the
UAB comes back with an answer to leave 9b Avenue as originally engineered. Mr.
Sanborn answered that the property owners want 91h paved if the UAB comes back with
approval of the lesser requirements, and then there would be no problem on acquisition
and no condemnation procedure would be necessary. Vote was then taken on the motion
to hold in abeyance temporarily, and it carried with Councilmen Slye and Nelson
against.
Gordon Sanborn then stated that he was agreeable to show the Urban Arterial Board
both the city's side of the question, and the property owner's side. James Mueller
called attention to 9b between Casper and Main, and offered citizen's assistance on
following of the natural contours when the street.is improved. Mayor Harrison
answered that he felt the city had a competent engineering staff to handle this
problem. City Engineer Leif Larson added that site problems and safety at inter-
sections were important factors in street improvement, and following the contours
became secondary in these cases. A gentleman in the audience had a question on the
progress of the street improvement situation at 9b, Casper, and Puget Drive. The
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Engineer answered that this particular area was being discussed by the Street Com-
mittee and with the State Highway Dept., and further engineering on the proposed
project was being held in abeyance at the moment.
Gordon Sanborn expressed appreciation to the council for their efforts to bring
before the people of Edmonds the proposed Yost Park plan in connection with the
park bond issue which is to appear on the November ballot.
COUNCIIL, PARTICIPATION -
Councilman Nordquist reported that the Safety Committee had investigated the problem
stated in a letter to council from James Doyle, complaining of the camper truck that
is always parked at the corner of 51h and Dayton near Edmonds Motor Co. and obstructs
the view of traffic. The Safety Committee recommended painting a yellow strip back
several feet from the corner, which could be done without changing the ordinance
regulating traffic. Following this discussion, it was moved by Councilman Nordquist,
seconded by Councilman Bennett that the curb be painted yellow back through one
parking place at both the southeast and the northwest corners at the 50 & Dayton
intersection. Motion carried with Councilman Slye voting against. Councilman Slye
stated that he felt the city should investigate all corners in the city for 4anger-
ous obstructions, and asked if the Mayor would have this done.
Councilman Haines asked if the State Ferry System had been advised of the time spent
by the Edmonds Police Dept. on ferry traffic, and also had the county been contacted
in regard to the possibility of doing some city street maintenance by contract?
Councilman Bennett, replying to a letter written by Les Hanford of the Safety Com-
mittee of PRIDE, stated that the City of Edmonds Safety Committee had looked at the
traffic problem on Sunset Avenue and asked if Mr. Hanford perhaps had some specific
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recommendations to make in this regard. Mr. Hanford said that strict enforcement of
the speed limit on Sunset Avenue would help, especially at ferry times. Councilman
Bennett asked the Mayor if he would direct the police to patrol this particular area
at these specific times by order of the Safety Committee.
Councilman Nordquist again mentioned the problem on 80 S. between 140 and 15%, where
one side of the street is paved, and one side unpaved. He stated that he had looked
at this situation before the meeting tonight, and every car using the street went on
the paved side, regardless of what direction they were travelling, and it is a very
dangerous situation. He felt problems such as this Point up the need for a financed
plan for street maintenance and improvement in Edmonds.
REPORT ON PETITION FOR PAVING 24oib
City Engineer Larson reported on the petition signed by 53.29� of the property owners
on 240t between 781b and Highway 99 for paving by LID. Because of the need for storm
drainage in this area, the Engineer recommended that the proposed project be held in
abeyance until funds for this can be obtained. He felt, however, that this proposed
paving LID should go on the high priority list of the capital improvement program
because of the petition received, and should in this case be on a first come, first
served basis. Councilman Nordquist hoped that this LID could be extended to 781b
north of 2380.
Frank Mikulosik, 8025 - 240th, a signer of the petition, stated that they needed the
paving, as a great deal of traffic seemed to be using this street. Council agreed
that the area will be placed under a Local Improvement District, but would have to
wait until a new policy can be formulated for financing storm sewers, so the people
will have to pay only for the paving and not have to bear the prohibitive cost of
storm drainage as well.
At this point, City Supervisor, D. C. Lawson spoke to the audience, and especially to
the members of PRIDE who were present, in regard to the City of Edmonds' finances.
He noted the the small percentage of the citizen's tax dollar that is returned to the
city, and what the city is expected to furnish .the taxpayer in services with these
inadequate funds. He added that the PRIDE organization, with their ability and
power, might be interested to look at the city's records of income and outgo, and
after study of the financial condition of the city to see how much is done with the
small amount of revenue, perhaps there would be interest enough to work toward a
better financial base with which to operate, by contacting the legislature regarding
this problem.
Gordon Sanborn stated that he hoped to have a citizen's town meeting to explain this
to the people after PRIDE has had the opportunity to have a committee study the city
budget and financial records.
REAPPOINTMENTS TO PARK BOARD
Mayor Harrison made the reappointments of Paul Weaver and Margaret Lerfald to the
Edmonds Park and Recreation Advisory Board, Positions 2 and 3 respectively, terms to
expire September 19, 1975. It was moved by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Council-
man Tuson that the Mayor's reappointments of Paul Weaver and Margaret Lerfald to the
Edmonds Park and Recreation Advisory Board be confirmed. Motion carried.
AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH R/W AND ENGINEERING ON LID #176
The City .Engineer reported that no protests had been received on proposed LID #176,
paving for the access road in the vicinity of 198tb S.W. and 779 W. It was therefore
moved by Councilman Bennett, seconded by Councilman Nelson that authorization be given
to proceed with the R/W and engineering on LID #176. Motion carried.
PROPOSAL FROM CLARK, COLEMAN, RUPEIKS REGARDING PARK PLAN
A propose; had been received from Clark, Coleman, Rupeiks for preparations connected
with the park bond issue and consulting services regarding the application for the
maximum amount of matching monies if the bond issue passes. They quoted a figure
not to exceed $1,800.00 total. Although Attorney Murphy stated he had serious doubts
on any expenditure for public relations for campaign purposes, the city could hire
the firm for consulting services. Park and Recreation Director Al Henderson recom-
mended not retaining Clark, Coleman, Rupeiks for this purpose. A Motion was made by
Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Tuson to accept the recommendation of the
Park and Recreation Director and not accept the proposal of Clark, Coleman, Rupeiks.
T41s motion carried with Councilman Bennett abstaining. Councilman Nelson, however,
stated that he felt the Park Board should have the opportunity to function as a
Board and study any proposals received pertaining to park or recreation and then be
allowed to make their recommendations to the council. The Park Board had not been
advised of this proposal and therefore they were not being allowed to function
properly as they should. It was the feeling of some of the council members that it.
was a little premature to look into grants before the bond issue passes. However,
Councilman Bennett stated that it was Val Rupeiks' theory to have a master plan on
parks in the city, and come up with a total proposal to submit for all possible
available matching funds. Following more discussion, it was moved by Councilman
Nelson, seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the Mayor contact Clark, Coleman,
Rupeiks and also Jongejan & Gerrard to noordinate a meeting time with the Park and
Recreation Advisory Board to make their presentations on their individual proposals
for acquiring matching funds. A roll call vote was taken with Councilmen Nelson,
Nordquist and Haines voting in favor; Tuson and Slye against; Bennett abstaining;
and the motion carried.
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is REQUEST FOR POLICE PROTECTION BY WOODWAY
A request had been received from the Town of Woodway for police protection by the
City of Edmonds. The City Administration had figured that it would cost approximate-
ly 12'/2 actual mills or $26,200.00 per year to furnish this protection to Woodway.
Councilman Bennett felt it was not realistic to expand the services of Edmonds
Police Dept. unless it was economically advantageous. Extending the service of the
department would necessitate more personnel and an extra vehicle. A motion was made
by Councilman Slye that a proposal as outlined by the Mayor be submitted to the Town
of Woodway. This motion died for lack of a second.
Following more discussion, it was moved by Councilman Bennett, seconded by Council-
man Slye that the City not offer police protection to the Town of Woodway. Motion
carried.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Councilman Bennett recommended that the councilmen take a tour of the parks in the
city; especially noting -the approximately Y4 mile walkway from Yost Park to the
Pine Ridge Park.
There was no further business, and the meeting adjourned at 10:50 P.M.
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Irene Varney Moran, C' y Clerk Harve Harrison, Mayor
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September 16, 1969
ROLL CALL
Regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem
Tuson, with all councilmen present. Mayor Harrison was attending a meeting of the
Snohomish County Cities and Towns.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the council meeting of September 2 had been posted and -mailed, and with
no omissions nor corrections, they were approved as presented.
VOTE ALLOWED BY MAYOR PRO TE
Mayor Pro Tem Tuson asked the City Attorney if he would be allowed to vote on issues
during this evening's meeting, and Attorney Murphy replied that a councilman being
Mayor Pro Tem does not effect that councilman's right to vote.
HEARING: PUD FIVE CORNERS AREA - GOODHOPE PROPERTY
Hearing was held on a Planned Unit Development for Dr. Goodhope's property located
in the Five Corners area, File PD-2-69. City Planner Logan summarized the minutes
of the Planning Commission on this hearing. The area is zoned RS-8 and 25 units are
planned for the development. A petition had been received by the Planning Commission,
containing 43 signatures of property owners in the immediate area who were opposed
to any zoning change. The Planning Commission, however, noting that this was not a
zoning change, approved the PUD with four recommendations: (1) a fire access to the
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recreation building must be included in the plans;'(2) all driveways containing 2-
way traffic should be a minimum of 20 f t. wide; (3) the building setback along the
east property line must be a minimum of 25 feet; and (4) a wider planting area must
be installed between the parking lot and Main Street in order to provide some site
screen of the parking area.
The developer had suggested a funded community trust for the open space area.
Councilman Nordquist asked if this was to be treated as a condominium, and Mr.
Richard Swanby answered that at this point, yes, they planned the area as a condo-
minium. Hearing was then opened.
John Bronowski, 20805 - 83rd W., stated that he lives near this property proposed for
the PUD and was present tonight representing concerned residents opposing apartments
in that area, and added that the plan serves no purpose for the City of Edmonds. No
one else in the audience wished to speak, and Mr. Swanby was asked if he wished to
add any points for the benefit of council. Mr. Swanby answered that he wished to make
the point clear to those in the audience that this was not a rezone; that the area
will remain RS-8 with only the number of residences allowed in that zone. He noted
that the Planned Unit Developments are put in with a concern for the land and in this
particular development only two trees out of the whole area will be removed, and the
pond left as a part of the landscaping. Councilman Bennett agreed that he would
like to discourage apartment building, but if the developer meets the requirements
for the Planned Unit Development as set by the City, it is very much like a prelim-
inary plat, and how can the council refuse to allow it? Councilman Kincaid felt
that this amounted to a request for rezone. In regard to the pond, it was noted
that this is the natural drainage spot for the area. He added that a coliform count
taken in the area of the pond on this property showed a count of 2700 and 2800 as
compared with 200 to 400 units allowed as safe on the beaches, and.this pointed up
a somewhat excessive count for the pond. He suggested that perhaps the pond should
be owned by the city if it is important for drainage in the area. Councilman Nelson
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stated that apparently this proposed Planned Unit Development to be called "Newhope
Estates" meets PUD requirements and,the council can make changes as it Uevelops�T-