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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
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Chief Administrative Officer Ron Whaley reported that the bids contained wide
variables and conditions, and he requested a week for review and a report to
council at their next work meeting. It was moved by Councilman Nelson,
seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the bids on the Aid Car be given a week
of study and a final report be made at the March 7 council meeting. Motion
carried.
AUDITING OF BILLS
A motion was made be Councilman Haines, seconded by Councilman Winters that
warrant #91 in the amount of $420.00 against the 1970 Water -Sewer Revenue
Bond Issue be approved for payment. Motion carried.
Councilman Haines moved, seconded by Councilman. Nelson that warrant #10 in
the amount of $66.70 be approved from LID 178. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Haines, seconded by Councilman Nelson that warrants
#14449 through 414600 in the total amount of $104,709.10 be approved for pay-
ment of the regular monthly bills. Motion carried.
HEARING: APPEAL OF ROWSE PLAT
The City Clerk read a letter from Mr. Ralph T. Rowse, asking for an earlier
date for hearing on his appeal from the Planning Commission recommendation for
denial of his plat. This hearing had been set for March 21. It was then
moved and seconded that March 7 be set as the new date for the Rowse appeal.
However, Mr. Rowse was present, and since it had been his understanding, as
• well as that of members of the City Staff, that the hearing would be held
tonight, and since all interested parties had been contacted and advised of
the proposed hearing, it was moved by Councilman Haines, seconded by Council-
man Nelson to reconsider the previous motion. This carried. Councilman
Winters then moved, seconded by Councilman Haines to reset the hearing for
tonight, inasmuch as everyone involved had been notified. This motion also
carried.
Hearing was held on the appeal from the recommendation of the Planning Com-
mission for denial of the Rowse Plat. City Planner projected a slide
of a map of the proposed plat and surrounding area on the screen for council
clarification, and gave an explanation of the proposed design. Mr. Logan
also read the minutes from the Planning Commission hearing. There were
questions and discussion by council on drainage and legality of one lot being
substandard in size. Hearing was then opened.
Mr. Thuesen, contractor, stated that the plat would not be contributing to
and drainage problems in the area, as this would be taken care of by the
platter. He added that water from natural springs in the area has been
giving problems to the surrounding homes, and when the land is cleared, it
was probable that they would gain some absorption from it. He drew a diagram
on the blackboard showing topographical problems of the proposed plat.
Councilwoman Shippen at this point asked the City Planner if there are tree
cutting restrictions on plats. Mr. Logan answered yes, there are. Council-
man Nelson asked the City Engineer about possible problems the people to the
west might experience with this development. Engineer Larson answered that
the topography map prepared by Ruskin & Fisher shows drainage toward the west
and any construction in the area would certainly contribute to drainage. The
• question of the substandard size lot could be taken care of by a variance
from the Board of Adjustment.
Capt. Shields, in the audience, noted that th-ere had been no objection from
the next neighbor on the downside of this proposed plat. He then went on to
explain the ground water in this area drained toward 94th. Since he lives in
this neighborhood, he stated that he couldn't see any more of a water problem
with the building of the plat, and recommended strongly that it be approved.
He added that since these are expensive lots on view property, it would be
well to see nice homes built on them.
The City Engineer explained that his department would obtain more information
only if this area becomes a preliminary plat. Councilwoman Shippen asked
Attorney John Wallace if the City would be liable for water problems to the
other homes, and he answered that it would probably be a civil suit between
property owners, because the developer must provide proper drainage. Council-
woman Shippen then suggested that this be continued for a week in order to
further pursue the engineering and drainage problems. Councilman Haines
suggested that council adopt the preliminary plat subject to a drainage plan
and engineering requirements, with the access road having a mutual maintenance
agreement on the lots, and to widen the road to 25' with a 22' surfacing.
There was discussion, and Councilman Haines then moved, seconded by Council-
man Winters to approve the preliminary plat of Rowse Addition, subject to the
recommendations of the City Engineering Department and acceptance of the
drainage plan for the platted area; and that Tract 99 have a mutual mainten-
ance agreement, and the roadway be widened from 23' to 25' with a minimum of
22' surfacing. Councilman Nelson then moved, seconded by Councilman Haines to
amend the motion to state that Tract 99 be a total of 25' width,throughout,
with ingress 6hLots 3 and 5 also-'to'be a 254 minimum width. The amendment
carried, and the motion as amended also carried.
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AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Mr. Leyda reported to council that the PUD had removed all the overhead wires,
poles, etc. on Sunset Avenue, but had left the iron posts that are not being
used for hanging baskets anymore. He wondered if these bent posts could also
be removed. Mayor Harrison advised that this would be looked into, with the
Beautification Committee asked to investigate and report to council.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION ,
Councilwoman Shippen noted that the occupancy permit policy should be on the
agenda as a separate item. This had been discussed at the council work meet-
ing, but had not been scheduled for the regular meeting. Councilwoman Shippen
therefore moved, seconded by Councilman Nelson to place the Occupancy Permit
Policy on the March 7 council agenda. Motion carried.
Councilwoman Shippen inquired if the city had requested underground wiring on
Edmonds Way for the State Highway project. Nothing had been done along these
lines, and she then suggested that council ask for full cost of the under -
grounding to be borne by the State and that the City Engineer make this're-
quest by letter over the signature of the Mayor or Mayor Pro-Tem. Mrs.
Shippen felt that since Edmonds has contributed much to this highway project
in the way of property, trees, etc., with no benefit to Edmonds, the State
should bear the full cost of underground wiring. City Engineer Leif Larson
was therefore directed to prepare a letter in the name of the City Council,
with the Mayor's signature. Councilman Nelson suggested that a copy of the
letter be sent to the County Commissioners since much of the access highway
will go through county. The City Engineer suggested that the underground
wiring ordinance be amended to add undergrounding requirements along new con-
struction, including arterials, if that was the council's desire. A motion
was made by Councilwoman Shippen, seconded by Councilman Nelson that Council
request by letter that the Sate Highway Department underground all wires
along SR 104. Motion carried.
CAO REPORT
Mayor Harrison noted that all council members had been advised by memo from
the CAO of the proper use of the microphones, after having had the system
checked by the installer.
CAO Whaley deferred to City Planner Logan on the subject of the plat at 8th and
Elm:
FINAL PLAT - ELM VIEW ADDITION
City Planner Logan presented the final plat of Elm View Addition, Division A
for council approval. After discussion and study of the plat, it was moved
by Councilman Haines, seconded by Councilman Nelson to approve the final plat
of Elm View Addition, Division A. Motion carried.
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CAO REPORT
CAO Whaley reported that in -order to apply for matching funds for the Swimming
Pool, it was necessary to decide on fees. Rod Garretson, Park & Recreation
Director, reported that he was in the process of applying for matching funds
and this is one of the questions that must be answered on the application. He
quoted the policy of charging less for Edmonds, residents for recreation
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classes, but that it did not seem that this would apply to general admission
to swim; that for admission to the pool one fee would seem to be the best
method to follow. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Nelson, secon-
ded by Councilman Haines to continue the policy now used for actual class in-
volvement charges, with the general swimming situation having all admissions
charged the same fee. Motion carried.
It was reported that the new Public Works Director, Herb Gilbo, was now on the
job. He was not present tonight for introduction because he was in the process
of moving.
FIRST READINGS PROPOSED ORDINANCES
First reading was held on the following proposed ordinances:
(1) Upholding the recommendation in Planning Commission Resolution 369,
Conditional Uses, allowing funeral homes in RMH zones.
(2) Upholding the recommendation in Planning Commission Resolution 370,
including council amendment, setback requirements in General
Commercial Districts.
(3) Establishing new procedure for auditing of bills.
It was noted that on the proposed ordinance for auditing of bills, the words
Finance Director should be substituted for City Clerk, and it was moved by
Councilwoman Shippen, seconded by Councilman Winters that the designation of
City Clerk in this ordinance be amended to read Finance Director under the
section 1.56.020. Motion carried.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
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Claims for damages were acknowledged from Mr. & Mrs. Frank C. Moffett and from
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Donald Roy Bakker. These were referred to the City Clerk for processing.
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SET HEARING DATE FOR MAPLE STREET WATER TANK SITE
A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Nelson that
the hearing date for the Maple'Street water tank site be set for March 21, and
the motion carried.
There was no further business, and the meeting adjourned at 10:20 P.M.
Irene Varney MotAn, City Clerk
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Harve H. Harrison, Mayor
March 7, 1972
ROLL CALL
Regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harve
Harrison with all councilmen present except Nordquist, who arrived at 8:50.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of February 15 had been posted and mailed; with no
.omissions nor corrections, they were approved as written.
REPORT ON SWIMMING POOL BIDS
• Bids had been opened on March 6 at 4:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers for
Phase.II, Pool and Locker Building for the Swimming Pool. Parks and Recrea-
tion Director Rod Garretson reported on the bids received. The basic bid
amounts were:
Prime Const. Co., Seattle $2761500.00
Saule Corporation, Tacoma 3007000.00
Westgate Builders, Edmonds 2963,632.00
Maple Const. Co., Seattle 3289976.00
Calhoun Const. Co..,, Kent 271,000.00
A.F. Forbes Co., Seattle 2739980.00
Keta Construction Co., Everett 2577609.00
Director Garretson noted that the low basic bidder, Keta, was formerly known
as the Venne Beauchamp Co. who had been the prime contractor in the building
of the Edmonds Civic Center, and investigation by Mr.. Garretson showed the
company to be well known and highly rated.
Chet Bennett, Chairman of the Pool Committee, reported on the meeting held on
March 6th with the Committee and Advisory Board, following the bid opening.
Their analysis of the approximately $40,000 short on monies resulted in a
recommendation to proceed with additional funding -,,,since time is of the
essence, and the pool could possibly be operational_by summer. Councilman
Gellert suggested meeting with the two lowest..bidders to negotiate for possible
reductions in the contract, and this might be accomplished in two weeks.
Director Garretson stated that the low bidder had already suggested this move.
Chet Bennett said the Committee would like a week to negotiate, report to
council at the next work meeting, and then bring this for action to the
. March 21 council meeting. 'There followed a good deal of discussion and ques-
tions from Council. Mayor Harrison then opened the discussion for audience
comment. Don Seifert, Pool Architect, in answer to a question from Council-
man Tuson, commented on costs and design and the reason for certain specifi-
cations in the bids. Paul Roy mentioned the area to be prepared and ready
for future footings for building additions. Mr. Beauchamp stated that July 1
was the hoped for completion date based on council committment tonight. Bob
Blackbourne questioned whether the city could negotiate with a contractor
before a committment'is made. Mr. Seifert said it was wise to award a con-
tract first and then negotiate. Ward Phillips told council it was common
practice to negotiate without a contract. Councilman Nelson asked Mr. Seifert
what the architect's estimate on the pool complex was at this time, and he
replied that the original $550,000 total still remained as his estimate.
J. Wm. Goulder questioned the interest on the bonds as being spent rather than
earned. Councilman Haines was in favor of Chet Bennett's suggested schedule
for procedure, and also felt advice should be asked of the city's financial
consultants. More discussion followed, and it was then moved by Councilman
Gellert, seconded by Councilman Nelson to continue this matter on award of
the Phase II Swimming Pool bids until the March 21 council meeting. Motion
carried.
PRESENTATION BY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Al Kincaid, president of the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce, presented Council
with the Chamber's efforts to revitalize and beautify the downtown Edmonds
shopping district. He stated that it was an immediate as well as long range
project, which would require cooperation of landlords, merchants, and the
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