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in cost of the box culvert at Hall Creek Crossing of 2260'be approved and the City
Clerk be authorized to issue warrants against the 1967 Water -Sewer Revenue Bond Issue
in payment of these bills. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Haines, seconded:'.by Councilman Nordquist that vouchers
#10,975 through #119151 in the total amount of $200,'987.28'be approved and the City
Clerk be authorized to issue warrants in payment of these regular monthly bills.
Motion carried.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Bill Caspers inquired about the PUD on underground wiring and asked if they had re-
ported to the City on estimated costs. Although no firm figures has as yet been
received, CAO Lawson reported that he had been informed that the PUD did have a
rough draft now on the information they would be sending to the City. Councilman
Sanborn suggested that the City Engineer contact the PUD for firm figures immediately.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Councilman Haines asked for a report on the amount of work accomplished on repair and
maintenance of the City streets, and Ron Whaley will have this ready for the next
council meeting..
Councilman Nelson asked (1) that the City extend a continued thanks to the young
people who had conducted the clean-up of Sunset Beach and are continuing with this
project;; (2) asked that the CAO put together an annual report to be sent to all
citizens with their water bills; and (3) that in regard to the retirement funds
under Social Security, the City Attorney be instructed to issue a formal written
• report on the pros and cons of stopping the deduction of Social Security tax from
Fire and Police wages, and its effect, if.any, on the entire city position as regards
the Employment Security Dept.
Councilman Nelson also asked where the city now stood on the Meadowdale Cor;munity
Club proposal. Councilman Haines said he had received no comment -on the offer as yet.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
Claims for damages were acknowledged from Donald P: Lawson, Clarence Edward Bowman,
Sr., and James S. Shilson. These were referred to the City Clerk for processing.
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING CONDEMNATION ON 9b - MAIN TO WESTGATE
- A motion was made by Councilman Haines, seconded by Councilman Nelson that proposed.
Ordinance #1490.be passed, authorizing proceeding with condemnation action for R/W
acquisition needed to complete the street improvement on 9b Avenue from Main to
Westgate. Motion carried.
Margaret Kenny had a question on conflicting surveys on 9b S. Several people in the
audience expressed concern for what they alleged was.the city's policy of offering
rockery if land is donated and no rockery if it must be condemned for refusal to
accept the city's offer of.purchase. One.gentleman complained about the methods he
said were used on property owners, but he refused'whe.n asked to give his name and
address for the record; however, he stated he would send a signed letter instead.,
AUTHORIZATION FOR UTILITY DESIGN WORK ON SR 104
A motion was made by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Nelson that the Mayor
• be authorized to execute an agreement for utility design work on SR 104 by the Con-
sulting Engineers. Motion carried.
EXTENSION OF RETIREMENT DATE FOR D. C. LAWSON
It was moved by Councilman Sanborn, seconded by Councilman Tuson that the city ex-
tend the retirement date ooff¢h�If oVnV11e strative Officer D. C. Lawson from Sept. 19
1970 to the expiration date o he.,present Mayor, December 319 1971. Motion carried
. FUEL OIL BIDS
A motion was made by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Nelson that July 319
1970 be set as the date for opening bids on supplying the City with fuel oil from
August 19 1970 to July 1, 1971- Motion carried.
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There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 11:35 P.M.
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Irene Varney Moran, City Clerk
Aug 4, 1970
ROLL CALL
H. Harrison, Mayor
Regular meeting was called to order by Mayor Harve Harrison with all councilmen
present except Nordquist, who is on.vacation.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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Minutes of the meeting of July 21 had been posted and mailed, and with no omissions
nor corrections, they were approved as written.
HEARING:. -ON PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION; #333
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Hearing was held on Planning Commission Resolution #333, recommending an amendment
to the official zoning ordinance revising the development standards for apartments
and duplexes, in accordance with Blanning Commission File No. ZO-2-70.
City Planner Merlin Logan gave a brief description of the changes proposed by this
resolution, and added that there was evidence that the eouncil.needed additional
time to go over the details. He suggested postponing action for this reason. Mayor
Harrison and council agreed that more time was needed to study this,,but the hearing
would nevertheless be held. Hearing was opened.
Lloyd Nelson, 824 Olympic Avenue, asked what was the purpose for the proposed change
in igaximum overall height on the multi -units. He wondered if the intent was to keep
all these apartments flat roofed buildingo, An architect in the audience..stated
that this height would restrict plans on multi-init buildings, especially on a
sloped lot. The City Planner explained that there was no intent for flat roofs,
only an attempt to limit these buildings to three stories instead of four. Some
discussion followed on these related subjects, and with no one else in the audience
wishing to comment, the hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Kincaid -that this hear-
ing to continued to September 15. Motion carried.
HEARING: ON PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL -RESOLUTION OF.INTENTION #233
Hearing was held on the preliminary assessment roll for Resolution of Intention #2339
UAB paving of 84b W. between 212ft SW and the south city limits. Dick Allen, Assis-
tant City Engineer, explained the UAB project, the contribution of 90%, leaving the
10% chargeable to the LID, and also gave an explanation of the zone and termini
method of assessment for benefit of the audience. Hearing was then opened.
Jim Mueller asked the proposed width of the bridge„ and was answered 32 feet. The
question was asked why the property owners at the end of the culdesac are not being
assessed, although they will use the improved street just as much as those who live
at the entrance to the culdesac, who are within, the assessment boundaries. This was
admitted to be an inequity in the state law, and that no system would be perfect,
but that this one, over the years, had been found to be the best method for assess-
ment. Jim Mueller agreed that there was a gross inequity for people living in cul-
desacs, since it appeared that all received an equal benefit. Attorney Murphy, when
questioned, stated that although the zone and termini system is,. arbitrary, no system
would be perfect; that other systems have been tried by municipalities but they
usually return to the zone and termini method with its occasional inequities.
Councilman Kincaid felt that council should perhaps take a look at LID's involving
culdesacs in the future. Councilman Haines also noted that benefits do not stop for
those living over 150 feet back into the culdesac; they use the street as much as
the other culdesac property owners. Jerry Deanne, 22615 - 100% W., asked who made
the decision that a block in Edmonds was 1601? R. C. Strand, 8415 - 214m Pi. SW,
stated that he owned the house next to the corner inside the culdesac, and only the
two corner houses and the second property from the corner on each side of the cul-
desac were being assessed, and. he felt these charges should be divided among all the
14 remaining lots in the culdesac. No one else in the audience had further comment,
and the hearing was closed. It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman
Kincaid that proposed Ordinance #1491 be passed, creating LID #182. Motion carried.
SECOND READING: PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR INSTITUTING OPTIONAL MUNICIPAL CODE
Second reading was given on :.the proposed resolution for instituting the Optional
Municipal Code. It was then moved by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman
Haines that proposed Resolution #229 be passed, declaring the intention of the City
Council to adopt the classification of noncharter code city, without reorganization,
to be governed by the provisions of Chapter 35A.12 of the Revised Code of Washingtox
under the Mayor -Council plan of government for the City of Edmonds. Motion earri6d.
CASH PREPAYMENT ORDINANCE - LID #173 ,
The City Attorney presented the cash prepayment ordinance for LID #173, sewers for
the petitioned portion of Unit 7. It was moved by Councilman Skye, seconded by
Councilman Tuson that proposed Ordinance #1492 be passed, cash prepayment expiration
on LID #173. Motion carried with Councilman Haines abstaining' because of family
ownership of property in area.
- CORRESPONDENCE
A letter was read from Dr. Edward L. Kahm, calling attention to the unequal condition
which he felt exists on utility charges for apartment houses as compared to private
homes during times of vacancy. He suggested that the meter readers might check with
the apartment owners on the number of vacancies. Discussion followed, relative to
water connection charges, rates, etc. It was pointed out that the volume of water
used placed apartments into a lower rate after the minimum 700 cubic feet is con-
sumed, as well as that in many cases, installation of larger water mains in a parti-
cular area was necessitated by the building of multiple units which required this
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service whereas single units would not. The original charge for the water meter was
also discussed. Wherein single dwellings each must purchase one meter. While apart-
ment houses also purchase only one, making the per unit aDst to each apartment
equitable:. The apartment house.in question has 37 units. The $2.00 charge for each
turn-off and turn -on was also noted. Dr': Kahm, in the audience, stated he felt that
since there is no charge when a house is vacant, the apartments should be treated
the same.
However, council thought the reasoning behind the several differences made the
Charges equitable, and policing of vacant apartments for- utility charge purposes
would be expensive and difficult to accomplish. A motion was made be Councilman
Kincaid, seconded by Councilman Sanborn that the city not change its present policy
regarding utility charges, and the motion carried.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Mr. & Mrs. Bill Lindell, 9615 Blake Place, inquired about the walkways for the
Olympic.School which they as PTA members,: with the City of Edmonds represented by
Councilman Nelson, and the School Administration were to be working on as a joint
project for, a solution to the problem. Councilman Tuson brought to council attention
the recent newspaper item on the proposed improvement of Casper by the state, and
Mayor Harrision asked Assistant City Engineer Dick Allen to have the engineering dept#
obtain the plan for Casper Street, if available, from the State. It was noted that
the City had given a map to the School District for their help in mapping the areas
where the walkways would be needed, but that this had not been returned. Much dis-
cussion followed, with a motion made be Councilman Sanborn, seconded by Councilman
Kincaid that the City Engineer gather the cost figures for this project of walkways
for the Olympic School as soon as possible. Motion carried.,
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Ed Robinson, 19815 - 881 W., stated that the PRIDE organization recognized this
matter of school walkways last September and asked the council to study the problem
for all the schools, and this had been referred to the Safety Committee. He added
that at that time, PRIDE had offered help as needed..
Jim Mueller, Casper Street, took offense to statements he said had been made by
some councilmen that implied that property owners voted down LIDS, so did not favor
sidewalks. Mr. Mueller stated thAt people vote down street LID's because of the
width - they do not want such wide streets - but people do not vote down sidewalks.
Ed Robinson offered the help of both PRIDE and other citi 2ens on establishing walk-
ways; that they could contribute manpower for handwork where city equipment cannot
get in; and asked .that they Be notified when they. can be of service.
Ron Whaley; Assistant Director of, Public Works, stated that the Engineering Dept. had
recently given Public Works one walkway route,and this will be done shortly with
salvaged material. He added that the Public Works Dept. would be happy to use the
services of both PRIDE and the members of the PTA. He offered a city man to work a
land -clearing vehicle if some would underwrite the cost of leasing this equipment.
Jim Mueller suggested that a committee made up of the City Engineer, Councilman
Nelson, the Public Works Director, and a representative from both the Olympic School
PTA and from PRIDE get together to assemble the facts before the next council work
meeting on Tuesday. -August 11 for a report to the council at that time. Mrs. Lindell
volunteered her services as representative from the Olympic School PTA. Mayor
Harrison then set a meeting of this aforementioned committee for Monday, August 10
at 3:00 P.M. in the conference room of the Civic Center Annex Building.
Charles Heath, in the audience, complained to council about a summons he had received
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for condemnation action on his property in connection with taking of R/W for the 90
Avenue paving. He stated that receiving this summons was the first notice he had of
positive action being taken. He was critical of the approach used and asked for
formal withdrawal of the condemnation ordinance by council. Mr. Jerry Deanne, who
also had received a summons for a slope easement, was critical of a four lane highway
being planned for 91. Attorney Bill Wiggins, who said he represented some of the
property owners, stated that some of those property owners who received a.summons
were outside city limits. Kent Pierson inquired if anyone had been offered money or
rockeries in writing. It was explained that negotiations took place on an oral basis,
and when an agreement was reached by both parties, a written document was then drawn
for signatures. Several people in the audience complained of the methods used to
obtain R/W. Councilman Sanborn explained the.attorney's position in condemnation
proceedings, and thought perhaps something in the form of a written offer could be
made for boundary lines. Mayor Harrison suggested that the CAO, City Attorney and
Mayor discuss with the consulting engineers the problem of the acquisition of R/W.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Councilman Sanborn expressed the council's appreciation for the fine job done by
Mayor Harrison in representing the city's position.against oil: -drilling on Puget
Sound when he attended the hearing held by Land Commissioner Cole in Everett.
Councilman Kincaid brought to council attention the fact that the property located
across from,the Civic Center on 5m Avenue has come down in price., if the city was
interested.
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CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
Claims for damages were acknowledged from Bernard G. Jefferies and from Clifford F.
Randall, Sr. These, were referred to the City Clerk for processing.
REPORT ON BIDS - LID #181
Bids had been opened on July 30 at 2:00 PtM. in the Mayor's office for the construc-
tion on LID #181. UAB paving of Walnut between 7m and 9tb. Present at bid opening
were the City Clerk, City Engineer, Wayne Jones -and Ken Thompson from Reid, Middle-
ton & Associates, Inc., and several representatives from bidding companies.
Bids were;:
SCHEDULE I
SCHEDULE II
TOTAL BID
Universal Utility Contractors, Inc.
$ 75,760.00
$3,660.00
$ 79,420.00
Ben Holt Construction, d/b/a.
Lynnwood Construction Co.
799657.00
59092.50
849749.50
Tri—State Construction
889209.00
5090.00
939599.00
Doolittle Construction
91 095.00
49930.00
969825.00
It was the recommendation of the Engineers that the low bid be 4ccepted, and a motion
was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that the low bid of
Universal Utility Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $79*420.00 be accepted for the
work on LID #181 and the Mayor be authorized to enter into contract with them.
Motion carried.
REPORT ON BIDS - FUEL OIL REQUIREMENTS
Bids had been opened on July 31 at 2:00 in the Mayor's office for supplying the
City with its fuel oil requirements from August 1, 1970 to July 1, 1971. Present at
bid opening were the City Clerk, Chief Administrative Officer, Councilman A. L.
Kincaid, and a representative from Standard Oil Company. There was one bid,;;
Sound Oil Company .1225 firm for the period.
The 1969 bid was -1150 per gallon. It was the recommendation of the CAO that the
bid be accepted, and a motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman
Sanborn that the bid of Sound Oil Company for supplying the city with its fuel oil
requirements from August 1, 1970 to July 1, 1971 at the firm price of .1225 be
accepted and the Mayor be authorized to enter into contract with them. Motion
carried with Councilman Kincaid abstaining.
REPORT ON PUBLIC WORKS BY RON WHALEY
Ron Whaley, Assistant Director of Public Works, read a brief report on the mainten-
ance and repair being carried on by the Street Department. He cited the change in
policy on oiling and seal coat applications on some streets, resulting in a saving
on grading problems after the first year on these particular areas. Given the funds
and policy to work with, he concluded that a good job can be done by the street crews.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE SUPPLEMENTING FIRE PREVENTION CODE
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In regard to the proposed ordinanc.ee supplementing the fire prevention code, Fire
Chief Cooper stated that he preferred to defer action to a future meeting since the •
new code has been received in the last few days, and this would have to be studied
to determine any changes before adoption.
Mayor Harrison then read a letter from T. P. Chittenden regarding outdoor burningg
and his serious concern on the problems of disposing of leaves and other prunings
from large acreage. This matter will be taken up further at a council work meeting
AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES
Mayor Harrison reported that the last contract signed for engineering services with
Reid, Middleton & Associates, Inc. was now unrealistic because of the increased cost
for manpower due to inflation. He quoted the changes in hourly figures, and recom-
mended that the contract be amended to reflect these changes. Chief Administrative
Officer Lawson agreed the new rates were realistic and should be approved. Therefore,
it was moved by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that the amended
contract for engineering services by Reid, Middleton & Associates, Inc. be approved
and accepted and the Mayor be authorized to sign the amended contract agreement.
Motion carried.
TOPICS PROGRAM AGREEMENTS
A letter was received from the City Engineer stating that besides the yi gas tax
monies, a grant from a state agency for the federal government could be acquired
for study on local problems such as critical city intersections, by the City
agreeing to participate in a TOPICS Program Agreement (Traffic Operations Program
to Increase Capacity). He recommended doing so.
A motion was made by Councilman Haines, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that the
Mayor be authorized to sign the TOPICS Program Agreement. Motion carried.
AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT PAYMENT FROM RONALD SEWER DISTRICT
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In regard to the sewer connections previously authori ad in the Ronald Sewer Dis-
trict, a motion was made by Councilman.Slye, seconded by Councilman Tuson that the
Acting City Treasurer be authorized to accept payment from the Ronald Sewer District
for these connections. Motion carried with Councilman Kincaid.voting against, as he
felt $5,000.00 was not a sufficient amount for this prgject.
POLICE SALARY RANGE FOR CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Mayor Harrison stated that the Civil Service Commission, in order to advertise and
hold examinations for the Police Chief position, asked that a salary range be
supplied. Council decided that this information would be available at the next
regular council meeting, and,the Civil Commission will then schedule a
meeting for this :purpose.
There was no further business to come before the meeting, and it adjourned at
11:30 P-M.
Irene Varney Mora , City Clerk
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ROLL CALL ,
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H. Harrison, Mayor
• The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harve Harrison
with all councilmen present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of August 4 had been posted and mailed, and with no omissions nor
corrections, they were approved as written.
HEARING:: FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL - LID # 167 -'PAVING FORSYTHE, 5tb TO 6tb
City Attorney Murphy stated that through an error publication had not been made on the final
assessment roll hearing for LID #167. City Engineer Larson said property owners had been
notified of the cancellation of the hearing. A motion was made by Councilman Nelson, second-
ed by Councilman Sly6 that the Final Assessment Roll hearing for LID #167 be set for October
69 1970. Motion carried.
DISCUSSION OF SKIN DIVING AT PUBLIC BEACHES AFTER DARK (CONTINUED FROM MEETING OF JULY 21)
Mayor Harrison reported that he and Councilman Nelson had been skin diving with a group of
divers at 11 P.M. recently and that diving at night was very interesting. He stated that
much marine life came out only at night and that night-time diving should be allowed for
divers who are certified with the Washington Council of Skin°Diving Clubs.
Attorney Murphy stated that the Washington Council of Skin Diving Clubs issued certification
cards. He also said that diving would only be by the buddy system, spear guns or other fish-
ing equipment would be prohibited; with divers only allowed to have properly sheathed knives.
Councilman Tuson said that he was only concerned with saving lives. Councilman Haines said
it was his understanding that in order to become a certified diver they must have at least
one night dive. He said he did not understand how you could police divers, and that the
• City of Edmonds had established an attractive nuisance with 'the Underwater Park. Councilman
Sanborn said he did not believe there should be two closure times for the park and under-
water park. Attorney Murphy said the ordinance could be written to give the Director of
Parks and Recreation the authority to establish times of closure at Sunset Beach and that
way the closure time could be changed overnight if necessary. The Director would post the
closure time at the park.and file the time change with the City Clerk. The attorney also
dtated that according to the ordinance there would be no legal skin diving at any time except
by certified divers. Councilman,Nelson stated that the ordinance would restrict the liabil-
ity of the City and help to prevent danger to inexperienced divers. He -said the Police would
spot check divers certifications. Councilman Nelson said the diving clubs were very much in
favor of this ordinance: Th6y do not want problems with diving'any more than the City of
Edmonds does. He stated that this ordinance would be a trail blazer as there is no other
ordinance like this in the world*
Councilman Sanborn moved, seconded by Councilman.Nelson that the discussion of skin diving
at Public Beaches after dark be continued to the meeting of September 1. Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
A letter was read from Mr. and Mrs. Weston protesting the ruling of dedicating 10 feet of
R/W south side of Hemlock, East side of 6%- They do not wish to make this dedication. City
Planner Logan stated that this property had been sub -divided illegally and that subsequently
the Weston had been contacted and had sub -divided through the Planning Commission. The
sub -division had been granted with the provision of the dedication. Mr. Logan stated that
the Weston' could only appeal a sub -division through the Courts.
Councilman Haines moved, seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the letter of protest from the
Weston' be referred to the City Attorney for proper dispensation. Motion carried.
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