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19720201 City Council Minutes34, • January 25, 1972 Recessed meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harve Harrison with all councilmen present except Tuson, who is on vacation. AUDITING OF BILLS , The meeting had been recessed specifically in order to take care of payment of the monthly bills, and Councilwoman Natalie Shippen reported that these bills were as follows: Claims warrants #14233 through #14448 in the total amount of $93,090.75; Water -Sewer Revenue warrants #77 through #90 for a total of $41,892.79; 1. LID 178 - warrants #8 and #9 amounting to $3,016.25; LID 182 - warrants #10 and #11 totaling $101:27; LID 184 - warrants #7 for $33,455.29 A motion was made by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Gellert that the regular monthly bills be approved for payment. Motion carried. It was moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Nelson that the bills against the Water -Sewer Revenue Bond issue be approved for payment. Motion carried. Councilman Nordquist then moved, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen that the LID bills also be ap- • proved for payment, and under LID 1$4, the City Clerk be authorized to issue an interest bearing warrant to Grande & Co., Inc. in the amount of $33,455.29 to cover warrant #7. Motion carried. SNOCOM Councilman Gary Nelson reported to council on the Southwest Snohomish County Interlocal Communi- cations Agency. He explained that no interlocal group could become a legal entity at the present time, but that there was now a bill in the legislature to permit this. However,this is the only area establishing an interlocal group to accomplish something by cooperative agreement. Therefore, until SNOCOM becomes a legal entity, each city has agreed to handle one function, and the City of Lynnwood will handle the money for it. The building being used for the purpose is the old Lynn- wood City Hall, and Judge Atwell had advised that Edmonds could -become the lessee in behalf of SNOCOM, with Lynnwood the lessor, since Lynnwood must lease the building to someone, and Edmonds had volunteered to handle this function. The City Attorney had drawn a municipal lease agreement for Edmonds to lease this building in behalf of SNOCOM and be reimbursed for any monies spent. The term of the lease shall be for a period of 24 months commencing on the first day of January 1972, and terminating on the first day of September, 1973, unless the same is terminated either by les- sor or lessee by sending written notice one to the other at least 30 days prior to the first day of any.month during the term of the lease upon which first day of the month the said lease shall be effectively terminated. The rental fee was reported to be $150.00 per month from April 1,1972 through December, 1972 and $180 'per month from January 1, 1973 until expiration of lease. Council discussion followed, with questions regarding Edmonds' coverage on the Lynnwood liability policy, reimbursement for expenses involved, etc. It was then moved by Councilman Nelson, second- ed by Councilman Haines to authorize the Mayor to execute the contract agreement by signing the municpal lease agreement for the City of Edmonds to be termed as the lessee of the building in the City of Lynnwood that had been the former Lynnwood City Hall, and be the lessee in behalf of the Southwest Snohomish County Interlocal Communications Agency. Motion carried. 1 • AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Bill Unwim presented a proposal for using his property across from the A & P for a family theatre restaurant, with liquor license. He stated that the property is properly zoned for this, but he might apply for a rezone for more parking area. He phow.eU preliminary drawings to council, and said he was interested in getting an expression from them on whether or not they felt this was something desirable for the city. Mayor Harrison felt it would add to the cultural flavor of the city. There was some discussion, and it was decided to place this on the council agenda for Febru- ary 1, with a recommendation from the Police Chief at that time in regard to the proposed liquor license. There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:40 P.M. ,I Irene Varney Mor City Clerk Harve H..:--Harrison, Mayor February 1, 1972 ROLL CALL Regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harve Harrison, with Councilmen Nelson, Shippen, Nordquist and Winters present. Council- men Gellert and Tuson were both on vacation, and Councilman Haines was ill. • 23 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the meetings of January 18 and 25 had been posted and mailed, and with no omissions nor corrections, they were both approved as written. HEARING: PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 365 Hearing was held on Planning Commission Resolution 365, recommending approval of an amendment to,the official zoning ordinance, changing the list of permitted land uses establishing an amortization period for non -conforming uses., and establishing a build- ing line in the CW zone, File ZO-3-71. City Planner Merlin Logan briefed council on the particulars; stating that this had been initiated by the Planning Commission and listing the proposed permitted uses, these being water oriented services and activities, with one major change being the removal of the term "Boat Moorages" from the list, and a new building setback estab- lished. Mr. Logan said that approximately five present waterfront businesses would become non -conforming with passage of these new regulations, and there would be a 15 year period in which to discontinue these after the date of the proposed ordin- ance. Hearing was opened. Attorney Bill Wilson, in the audience, asked if the Planning Commission resolution contained a proposal for regulation of height, density, and setback of the buildings from other than the water side. The City Planner answered no, and Mr. Wilson then asked if there%ould be a procedure for notification at the end of the 15 year period • for the non -conforming property owners, and he was told yes. He was also advised that there was no amortization running at this time in the CW zone, although there were some non -conforming businesses under the present zoning. No one else wished to comment, and the hearing was declared closed. Councilwoman Shippen asked where the building line was at the present time on the water side, and this was determined to be the inner harbor line. City Planner Logan explained that it was the goal of the Planning Commission to avoid long pier types of structures. Councilman Nelson asked if this would prevent another fishing pier such as the one north of the ferry dock. Mr. Logan answered yes, but that this would be allowed in the other zoned waterfront area north of Main Street. Councilwoman Shippen suggested that before council took action on this question, perhaps it would be well for council to read the Shoreline Management Act, and she would also prefer a full council to vote on passage of any ordinance such as this. It was therefore moved by Councilwoman Shippen, seconded by Councilman Nordquist to con- tinue this hearing on Planning Commission Resolution 365 to March 7. Motion car- ried. HEARING: PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 36.9 Hearing was held on Planning Commission Resolution 369, recommending approval of an amendment to the official zoning ordinance, revising section 12.16.070, Conditional Uses, File ZO-9-71. City Planner Merlin Logan explained that this had come about after discussions with Baker's Funeral Home, and because it seemed logical to allow this type of thing in RMH zones rather than in RML as now stated, and it very well could have been a typo- graphical error years ago in placing the "X" in the wrong square, thus allowing funeral homes in RML and not RMH. Hearing was then opened. No one in the audience wished to • comment on this, and the hearing was therefore closed. Councilman Nordquist stated, that he would like to see inserted somewhere into this ordinance that those funeral homes that contain or include crematoriums not be allowed in the RMH zones. He agreed, however, that this question could be handled separately, and it was moved by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen to uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission and instruct the City Attorney td prepare an ordinance in accordance with their Resolution 369. Motion carried. It was moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Winters to direct the Planning Commission to study the possibility of eliminating crematoriums throughout all zones in the City. Motion carried. HEARING: PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 370 Hearing was held on Planning Commission Resolution 370, recommending approval of an amendment to the official zoning ordinance, revising section 12.13`:1290, C, General Commercial Districts, File ZO-8-71. City Planner Logan displayed maps showing US Highway 99, and stated the proposal to establish a 40 ft. setback from the R/W adjoining Highway 99 and Lake Ballinger Way, with yard requirements adjoining all other streets 25 ft. He said he felt it wise to think.:.about the future development here with the possibility of landscaping and/or frontage roads, which would provide better access to the businesses. He noted that most newer buildings have been set back a great deal farther than the proposed 40 ft., such as K-Mart and Doces. Hearing was opened. No one in the audience wished to comment, and the hearing was closed. Councilman Winters brought up the question of gas station pumps, feeling that 40 ft.. • 236 • seemed like a long way back from the R/W for this particular type of business. Discussion followed, and it was then moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen to uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission and instruct the Attorney to prepare an ordinance in accordance with their Reso- lution 370. Mayor Harrison suggested an amendment to state that service station pumps be set back a minimum of 20 ft. and Councilman Nelson made the suggestion:: that peripheral equipment not directly attached to the main structure be excepted. Some further discussion followed, and it was moved by Councilman Winters, second- ed by Councilman Nelson to amend the aforementioned motion to state that pump islands be an exception to the 40 ft. setback and be allowed to set back 20 ft. Slso caropies and possibly other small buildings such as service islands. The amend- ment carried with Councilwoman Shippen voting against. The motion as amended then carried. RECONSIDERATION OF STREET VACATION REQUEST - HARDY City Engineer Leif Larson reported that an answer had not been received from the County as yet, and he recommended continuing this hearing until such time as the City hears from the County in regard to this question. It was therefore moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Nelson to continue the hearing on the request for street vacation to March 7.,•:Motion carried. THEATRE -RESTAURANT REQUEST - UNWIN Mayor Harrison read a letter from Police Chief Foster regarding the proposal from Bill Unwin for a theatre -restaurant on Fifth Avenue property which he owns. Chief Foster reported that he had no objection to the location if it had sufficient off- • street parking. He also stated that the applicant had no violations and was a re= •..: sponsible person who had lived in the area for 15 years. The Chief added that he felt the business as proposed would be a fine addition to the business community. Mr. Unwin had asked for a letter showing an expression from council that it would honor a Class H liquor license if the restaurant were built. The only issue seemed to be whether or not this liquor license would be looked upon with favor at this lo- cation. Councilman Nordquist stated that he would abstain from voting on this be- cause he personally felt it would be "putting the cart before the horse" as it were, and council shouldn't go on record as approving something before it is built. He felt perhaps a personal polling of the council members on individual feelings about this would be better procedure at this point. It was suggested that Mr. Unwin could apply to the Liquor Control Board now with his drawings and plans and the application would then go,through the regular channels, which would include involvement at that point by the City. Council decided not to take a stand at this time, but seemed to think that this type of business would be more compatible in this particular area than some others that would be allowed with the zoning. No further action was taken. COUNCIL PARTICIPATION Councilman Nordquist made the request that the City Planner bring the zoning books up to date and provide new books for the new councilmen. APPOINTMENT TO DISABILITY BOARD Mayor Harrison appointed Councilman John Winters as council member of the Disability Board. CAO REPORT • Chief Administrative Officer Ron Whaley reported that the Senior Center had been con- tacted in regard to the surplus addressograph machine, and they advised they would have immediate use for it. Discussion followed, and a motion was made by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Nordquist to remove the addressograph machine from the list of surplus equipment for sale by the city. Motion carried. CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES A claim for damages from Allan B. Greeves was acknowledged by council and referred to the City Clerk for processing. SET HEARING DATES FOR PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTIONS Two Planning Commission resolutions were presented for the purpose of setting dates for hearing before council: (1) #371-,- Recommending denial of a proposed amendment to the official street map, establishing a future 60 ft. wide street R/W along the bottom of Shell Valley from Main Street at 86th PL. W. southwesterly to a future street previously adopted. File ST-7-71 (Appeal was re- ceived from Dave Larson). (2) 4372 - Recommending approval of an amendment to the official zoning ordinance, revising Section 12.13.040, A, 1, Guest House. File ZO-10-71 It was moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen to set the hear- ing date for Planning Commission Resolutions 4371 and 4372 for the March 21 meeting, and -he 'motion carried. • 37 0 SET HEARING DATE FOR APPEAL ON ROUSE PLAT City Planner Merlin Logan presented an appeal from the recommendation of the Planning Commission for denial of the Rouse Plat, 6 lots at 92nd W. and 188th It was moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen to set March 21 as the date for hearing on the Rouse Plat appeal. Motion carried. SECOND READINGS PROPOSED ORDINANCES A .motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Nelson that proposed Ordinance #1590 be passed, dealing with replacement of substandard water mains. Motion carried. It was moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen that pro- posed Ordinance #1592,-be :gaas_edki:•,:r.egard3rig :per.formanc'eti,bbndf; >demb-iaiori- ;permits and residen ial guardrails, and the motion carried. Councilman Nordquist then moved, seconded by Councilman Winters that proposed Ordinance 41592 be passed, dealing with requirements for bond exoneration for permits to move buildings. This motion also carried. A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Winters that " proposed Ordinance #1593 be passed, an amendment to the ambulance operator ordin- ance. Motion carried. • RESOLUTIONS OF COMMENDATION i J 1 A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Nelson that proposed Resolution #251 be passed, commending former Councilman A. L. Iaincaid for his years of service to the City of Edmonds. Motion carried. Councilman Nordquist also made the motion, seconded by Councilman Nelson that proposed Resolution #252 be passed, commending former Councilman Richard Slye for his years of service to the City of Edmonds. Motion carried. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STATE ENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION ON CITY PROPERTY In order to authorize S"tate.entry and construction upon certain property being acquired by the City of Edmonds, specifically for park improvements adjacent to the ferry holding area, a motion was made by Councilwoman Shippen, seconded by Council- man Winters that proposed Resolution 4253 be passed, and the motion carried. COUNCIL COMMITTEES Mayor Harrison had suggested the proposal of abolishing all council committees except the Auditing and Capital Improvements. Acting Finance Director Allen Tuttle asked council to disestablish the Auditing Committee which had been established by Ordinance 41062 and amended by Ordinance #1179, and ask the Attorney to prepare an ordinance to establish the procedure according to 35A.12.170 of the RCW, giving the power of auditing to the CAG. Ron Whaley, Chief Administrative Officer, stated that this would enable bills to be paid twice a month instead of once; be more ex- pedient; and discounts could be taken advantage of when offered by suppliers, and this could possibly amount to a savings in the vicinity of $10,000.00 per year. Councilman Nordquist said he felt the basic pupose of the Auditing Committee was to delve into the warrants. He had the feeling that the Council was being pushed off and that some council control should remain. There wasdiscussion on the type and frequency of reports and information that would be furnished the council, and it was the suggestion of Councilman Nordquist that this matter be deferred to a full council for decision. Councilwoman Shippen said she agreed with the method of leav- ing the day to day operation of the city to the administration. More discussion fol- lowed, and it was then moved by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen that the Auditing Committee be eliminated as a council committee and the Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance to establish it according to the procedure outlined in RCWn35A.12.170, requiring that the Auditing be in the hands of the Mayor and CAO. Motion carried with Councilman Nordquist voting against. Mayor Harrison suggested that all council committees be abolished and the council as a whole study all matters. There was discussion on the Capital Improvements Committee, and mention of the Boards and Commissions, especially the Planning Commission, parti- cipation in this area. Councilwoman Shippen asked that organization, continuity and a systematic approach be given to this Capital Improvements program, with those involy- ed submitting on a quarterly or regular basis so that the necessary information would be available for use prior to budget time each year. Discussion was followed by a motion made by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen that council abolish the Water -Sewer, Capital Improvements, Safety, and Street Committees and establish the procedure of using the council as a committee of the whole. Motion carried. It was then moved by Councilwoman Shippen, seconded by Councilman Nelson that the Mayor Pro-tem and the City Planner submit a schedule to the council of the meetings regarding the Capital Improvements program; that this be submitted by the last meet- ing in October.in order to establish the requirements prior to the next budget hear- ing; and with the idea that a policy,will be established whereby information will be received and processed by budget time for each successive year. Motion carried. u 2,381, • APPOINTMENT TO PLANNING COMMISSION Mayor Harrison made the -appointment of Jack Christofferson to the Plannning Com- mission to fill the vacated position of Natalie Shippen"r: A motion was made by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen to confirm the Mayor's appoint- ment of Jack Christofferson to the Planning Commission. Motion carried.. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Mayor Harrison appointed Arnold Allen and Don McQuade to the Board of Adjustment, and it was moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Winters to confirm the Mayor's appointments to the Board of Adjustment. Motion carried. TOW TRUCK LICENSES Police Chief Marlo Foster requested council approval of the following tow truck ap- plications: two trucks each for Westgate Towing, Inc.,1'and Curtis Towing; and one truck each for Dave's Lake Ballinger Gulf, Besack's Texaco Towing Service, and Five Corners Shell. A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Winters that the five applicants for tow truck linceses, as listed by the Police Chief, be approved. Motion carried. There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 P.M. Harve H. Harrison, Mayor February 15, 1972 R()T,T. CAM, The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harve Harrison, with Council members Nelson, Shippen, Winters, and Haines present. Councilman Nordquist arrived at 8:35 and both Councilmen Gellert and Tuson were on vacation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the meeting of February 1 had been posted and mailed, and with no ommissions nor corrections, they were approved as written. HEARING: PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 357 Hearing was held on Planning Commission Resolution 357,,1 Recreation Street System, which had been continued from the meeting of January 18. City Planner Merlin Logan posted maps showing the four trail systems from the Planning . Commission and one as recommended by the Park and Recreation Advisory Board. Mr. Logan advised that the council adopt a route or series of routes and then post,directional signs to lead travellers to these specified routes. Following his review, the hearing was opened. Larry Bailey, representing the Park & Recreation Advisory Board, again pre- sented the recommendation of that body for adoption first of a single trail system and implementation of this to start on the comprehensive trail system. However, he stated that it would be premature to implement the entire system at this time. Mayor Harrison said he felt it would be well to construct recreational pathways at the same time as roads are being improved, and upon question, CAO Ron Whaley answered that 76th from Perrinville north was slated for an overlay. Councilman Haines agreed with this concept, stating that maintenance monies for streets should be used to incorporate walkways simul- taneously. Councilwoman Shippen expressed the opinion that the trail system should be approached in the same manner as the comprehensive street plan; that a more comprehensive plan has a better chance to qualify for matching funds; and that she was in favor of adopting a full plan. Rod Garretson, Park and Recreation Director, agreed that it would be fine to go ahead and adopt the entire plan if it could be modified later, but he felt it would be well to isolate one part of the plan from the rest, as it is not compatible with the others. Wayne Myers, in the audience, expressed an interest in the walkways for children. No one else wished to comment, and the hearing was closed. Councilman Haines suggested that the city adopt the policy that on any street improvements, provisions be made for recreational paths. Following discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Haines, seconded by Councilman Winters that since two councilmen are on vacation, action be deferred to the meeting of April 4, when they will be present. Motion carried. REPORT ON AID CAR BIDS Bids had been opened by the City Clerk Mayor's office for the Aid Car for the Chief, Assistant City Clerk, Volunteer Director, and two representatives from were received. on February 14 at 2:00 P.M. in the Fire Dept. Also present were the Fire Fireman Roy Swanson, Acting Finance companies submitting bids. Three bids • 1 1 1 0