19701201 City Council Minutes12S
December 1, 1970 •
ROLL CALL
The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council, in conjunction with Hearing
on the Final Budget for the City of Edmonds for the year 1971, was called to
order by Mayor Harve Harrison with all councilmen present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Attorney Murphy asked that the last paragraph on page 2 in regard to the
representatives from the Realtor's Board being included in the review of
development standards for duplexes and apartments at a work'meeting, be
changed by the adding of the sentence "The City Attorney stated that this
could not be done at a -work meeting." Also, under the First Reading of a
Proposed Ordinance for the Optional Municipal Code, it should state that the
90 day period has expired. Minutes were then approved as corrected.
BOY SCOUT TROOP IN AUDIENCE
Mayor Harrison introduced the leaders and members of Boy Scout Troop 310 as
guestsin the audience.
HEARING: FINAL BUDGET FOR 1971
In accordance with State Statutes, hearing was held on the Final Budget for
the City of Edmonds for the year 1971.
Chief Administrative Officer D. C. Lawson gave a brief report on the mathe-
matically balanced budget for 1971, explaining the reasons for some of the
larger departmental increases over 1970. He then proceeded to review each
department's budget individually.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Haines, seconded by Council-
man Sanborn to delete the words "with matching funds" on page 51 of the 1971
budget under Park Acquisition. Motion carried.
Mayor Harrison then opened the hearing.
Councilman Nelson questioned account number 12.304 as not providing monies for
buildings in the 1971 budget, and he inquired about the acquisition of the
Meadowdale Community Club, etc. CAO Lawson replied that other provisions had
been made in the budget to take care of these items. Councilman Nelson also
asked for a clarification of accounting services under 19.222 and 20.222, and
it was explained that this -would be a transfer from these depts. to the
Finance and Accounting to take care of salaries for the bookkeeping which has
now been centralized. Councilman Sanborn questioned the small amount of in-
crease shown for Reserve salaries in the Police Dept., and was concerned that
the Street Dept. was hiring two additional people and yet only increasing by
$3,000.00 the amount for materials for maintenance.
Councilman Haines asked if it might be more economical to rent equipment
rather than purchase it for the Street Dept. He commented that with an
approximate 25% increase in income for 1971, perhaps the Utility tax could
now be reduced. He also disagreed with the expenditure of $4,000.00 for an
Annual Report, and followed this by making a motion, seconded by Councilman
Kincaid that the item of $4,000.00 on page 41 of the 1971 budget for an
annual report was needless and that it be deleted. At this point, the Mayor
explained the value of this annual report to the citizens and what it would con-
tain. A vote taken on the motion to delete the report resulted in a defeat, and
the work on the annual report will proceed.
There were several questions raised by'councilmen in regard to the street and
water expenditures, and some discussion was given to the extra 2% utility tax
levied on water during 1970, with some thought given to its possible reduction.
The Chief Administrative Officer explained why he felt this should not be done
at this particular time. The City Engineer, in answer to questions regarding
Water -Sewer charges to people outside city limits and City of Edmonds' citizens,
answered that the city's financial advisors had suggested that these contracts
be reviewed early in 1971.
Chet Bennett gave a report to council on his efforts to this date to raise
money and obtain citizen approval for a municipal swimming pool for Edmonds. He
felt this should be considered at this time during budget hearing. He added
that he would be soon visiting 25 to 30 Washington cities which have municipal
pools in order to gather as much information as possible for Edmonds. It was
thought, however, that probable construction might not take place, because of
many reasons including financing, until the summer of 1972.
Capt. Shields asked for the totals of both the 1970 and 1971 budgets for com-
parison, and finding it to be in vicinity of $700,000.00 difference, he
.stated that he felt this was a high percentage of raise in operation. He was
concerned with the effect'on the taxpayer, especially those on fixed incomes.
No one else in the audience wished to comment and the hearing was closed.
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A motion was made by'Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Nordquist that
proposed Ordinance #1511 be passed, adopting the final budget for the City of
Edmonds for the fiscal year commencing January 1, 1971. Motion carried with
Councilman Haines voting against.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE FOR REZONE TO ALLOW CLINIC ON EDMONDS WAY
The proposed ordinance for rezone'to allow a clinic on Edmonds Way, continued
from the council meeting of November 17, had been prepared by the City Attorney.
Attorney Murphy reported that he had received a properly executed agreement
from Attorney Wes Hodge, with all the conditions included as stated by the city
council. Discussion followed, and Mr. Smith, son-in-law of Mrs. Gay whose
property is being excluded from the proposed rezone, gave a presentation stating
his reasons for either including the Gay property or denying the entire rezone.
After further discussion, it was moved by Councilman Sanborn, -seconded by Coun-
cilman Haines that proposed Ordinance #1512 be passed, rezoning the area in the
appeal, excluding the Gay property, and authorizing the Mayor to execute a con-
tract relating thereto. A roll call vote was taken, with Councilmen Sanborn,
Nelson, Slye and Haines voting in favor; Tuson,'Nordquist and Kincaid against,
and the motion carried.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE FOR OPTIONAL MUNICIPAL CODE
Second reading was held on the proposed ordinance for adoption of the Optional
Municipal Code, and a motion was made by Councilman*Nelson, seconded by Council-
man Nordquist that proposed Ordinance #1513 be passed, adopting for the City of
Edmonds the classification of noncharter code city, without reorganization, to
be governed by the provisions of Chapter 35A.12 of the RCW under the Mayor -
Council plan of government by creating new chapter 1.01 of the Edmonds City
Code. Motion carried.
BUDGET TRANSFERS FOR 1970
Second reading was held on a proposed ordinance listing budget transfers for 1970,
and a motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded.'by Councilman Kincaid that
proposed Ordinance #1514 be passed, amending the 1970 budget in the Water -Sewer
Department and Current Expense fund from items of unanticipated income and
creating a new fund for the "TOPICS" street study program. Motion carried.
UPDATING PORTIONS OF CITY
A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Nordquist that pro-!
posed Ordinance #1515 be passed, adopting the 1970 edition of the uniform build-
ing code; portions of same as stated in the ordinance. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Nelson that proposed
Ordinance #1516.be passed, adopting portions of the "housing code", 1970 edition.
Motion carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Slye that pro-
posed Ordinance #1517 be passed, adopting volume IV of the Uniform Building
Code, 1970 edition, on repair, vacation or demolition of dangerous buildings.
Motion carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded!by Councilman Nelson that pro-
posed Ordinance #1518,be passed, adopting the 1970 edition of the Uniform
Mechanical Code, Volume II of the Uniform Building Code, and repealing sections
of the Edmonds City Code. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Slye that proposed
Ordinance #1519 be passed, adopting portions of the 1970 edition of the
Uniform Plumbing Code. Motion carried.
A motion was tpadei-.by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Nelson that pro
posed Ordinance #1520 be passed, amending the City of Edmonds electrical code.
Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Slyp, seconded by Councilman Tuson that proposed
Ordinance #1521 be passed, amending the Sign Code of the City of Edmonds, and
the motion carried.
It;'.was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Nelson that proposed
Ordinance #1522 be passed, amending the Swimming Pool Code of the City of
Edmonds by adopting the Uniform Swimming Pool Code, 1970 edition, with certain
additions and modifications. Motion carried.
OPEN SPACE TAXATION APPLICATION ORDINANCE
Second reading was held on a proposed ordinance setting the application fee
for applications for open space taxation of land, and it was movedc.,by Council-
man Slye, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that proposed Ordinance #1523 be
passed,'creating this new chapter in the Edmonds City Code. Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
A letter was read from L. T. Hood, requesting a hearing before council on an
• appeal from the decision of the Planning Commission, denying a preliminary plat.
A motion was made by Councilman Sanborn, seconded by councilman Nelson.that a
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hearing on this appeal be set for January 19, 1971, and the motion carried with •
Councilman Nordquist voting against.
In regard to the letter from Mr. Hood, Councilman Haines suggested that the
procedure be instituted wherein preliminary plats are reviewed by the council
at work meetings so that councilmen will be aware of conditions and can suggest
changes before the final plat is received. Discussion followed, and a motion
was made by Councilman Haines, seconded by Councilman Tuson that it be a policy
for the city council to review all preliminary plats in the future. The sug-
gestion was also made that a Planning Commission representative attend the
council work sessions in order to discuss these plats in their preliminary
stages. 'It was�then moved by Councilman Kincaid, seconded by Councilman Nelson
to table the above motion. A roll call vote resulted in Councilmen Nelson,
Slye and Kincaid voting in favor; Sanborn, Tuson, Nordquist and Haines against,
and the motion to table failed to carry. At this point, Councilman Sanborn made
a motion, seconded by :Councilman Haines to amend the first motion by instructing
the City Attorney to prepare and bring to the council a proposal for a policy
for the process of council review of preliminary plats. This amendment carried.
The original motion as amended also carried.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
In -regard to City of Edmonds Resolution No. 195 and Ordinance #1387 pertaining
to the underground installation of electric and communication facilities, a
motion was made by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Haines to instruct
the City Engineer and City Clerk to advise the property owners along 9th Avenue
of the total undergrounding cost figures and provide these property owners with
the vehicle for signatures in order to participate in such an LID.. Motion
carried.
Councilman Nordquist inquired about
on 76th, and was advised by the City
expiration deadline on December 8.
RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION
the penalty procedure against the contractor
Engineer that this contract would meet its
As instructed at the last council meeting, the Attorney presented a Resolution
of Commendation for Marge Whiteman, and it was moved by Councilman Nordquist,
seconded by Councilman Kincaid that proposed Resolution #234 be passed, com-
mending Marge Whiteman for her services as member of the Park and Recreation
Advisory Board. Motion carried.
FIRST READING: AMENDMENT TO AMBULANCE ORDINANCE
First reading was held on an amendment to Ordinance #1476 dealing with stan-
dards for obtaining an ambulance license in the City of Edmonds.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
Claims for damages were acknowledged from Dennis Fahey and from Phil H. &
Marion A. Allen.. These were referred -Ito the City'Clerk for processing.
FIRST READING: PROPOSED ORDINANCE - CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS AUTHORIZED
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First reading was held on a proposed ordinance authorizing institution of
condemnation proceedings on 76th Avenue W. - Phase III - from 196th S.W. to
Perrinville Corner.
REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT TOPICS PROGRAM PROJECT PROSPECTUS. •
The City Engineer had submitted a request for authorization to submit a
TOPICS program project prospectus for 76th Avenue W. and Highway 99 inter-
section under plan Alternate A. It was moved by Councilman Nordquist,
seconded by Councilman Slye to give this authorization to submit the TOPICS
program project prospectus for 76th and Highway 99 intersection under the
Alternate A.plan. Discussion followed, with Councilman Sanborn then making
a motion, seconded by Councilman Haines that this matter be tabled until the
next meeting so that a public hearing might be held on the intersection design.
A roll call vote showed Councilman Sanborn, Nelson, Tusori and Haines in favor;
Slye, Nordquist and Kincaid against, and'.the motion carried. Councilman
Sanborn then gave two reasons for his motion: (1) This report would involve
the expenditure of public funds, and although he had missed the work session
when this particular project had been discussed, he nonetheless had not re-
ceived a copy of the report to study neither in the mail nor in his basket at
the Civic Center; and (2) the citizens of Edmonds had paid for this participa-
tion in TOPICS and they were entitled to see what this intersection will look
like prior to its being put in and have chance to comment on it, if they wished.
APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY
Mayor Harrison made the appointment of Gerald Knight as a deputy city attorney,
and it was moved by Councilman Kincaid, seconded by Councilman Tuson that the
Mayor's appointment of Gerald Knight as Deputy City Attorney be confirmed.
Motion carried unanimously.
There was no further bu iness, and the meeting adjourned at 11:45 V.M.
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Irene Varney Moran, Xity Clerk H. Harrison, Mayor