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Nelson remarked that the Mayor has purged his files of suggested names for
women appointees, and if there was opportunity to obtain qualified women for
these boards and commissions, he felt everyone should be encouraged to submit
names to the Mayor. Councilwoman Shippen answered that she had suggested, and
the Mayor had appointed, a couple women to the Liaison Committee, and she felt
this committee would be a training ground to go on to boards and commissions,
and she would prepare a list of women who would be glad to serve: She felt
these women were perfectly capable and she cannot believe there aren't women
who would want to be appointed; that it did not take professional training to
serve, only a genuine interest in government and the effort to understand the
problems that come before them. Councilman Gellert offered the suggestion of
the Stevens Memorial Hospital Auxiliary as one source of women who might be
qualified and available to serve the city.
Mayor Harrison asked council for an executive session following the meeting
in order to deal with about three personnel and salary matters.
There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 P.M.
Ire e Varney Mo p1n, City Clerk Harve. H. Harrison, Mayor
January 23, 1973
ROLL CALL
Regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:30 P.M. •
by Mayor Harve Harrison, with all council members present except Gellert.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of January 16 had been posted, mailed and distributed,
and with no omissions nor corrections, they,were approved as written.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Councilwoman Shippen said she understands that the City cannot appropriate
$2,000 for the Senior Center Hot Lunch Program on advice of the City Attorney.
She therefore, made a motion seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the City
appropriate the sum of $2,000 to be paid to the South County Senior Center
for the purpose of operating recreation classes for senior citizens extending
our City recreation program. Following a roll call vote, the motion carried
unanimously.
Councilwoman Shippen reminded the Council that they had received a memorandum
on the Equal Employment Opportunity Act about two months ago. She said she
thought the Council should begin to discuss affirmative action programs.
Councilwoman Shippen then made a motion seconded by Councilman Haines to set
February 20th as a hearing date for a discussion on the Equal Employment
Opportunity Program. Motion carried.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Margaret Lerfald read a letter dated January 19, 1973 from the Edmonds Park
and Recreation Advisory Board. The letter said they had unanimously passed •
a motion to ask the City Council to design and approve an ordinance which
would require an environmental impact statement to be prepared for any sig-
nificant development or construction in city parks and recreation areas.
The Park Board is concerned about developments which have been accomplished
on park property which would be detrimental to the park. One of these projects
is the recently constructed storm drain in Pine Ridge Park. The south portion
of this park is now flooded and they are fearful of further damage being
inflicted.
Mayor Harrison said he thought the storm sewer in Pine Ridge Park is what
brought all this to ahead. He asked Mr. Larson if any thought had been given
to an open ditch instead of the enclosed one now in use. The City Engineer
answered that this had been considered, however it was thought that during
storm run-off periods there would be a hazard to small children. Another
consideration was that quite a few trees would have to be cut in order to
bridge an open ditch. Mr'. Larson said that he plans to make a presentation
to the Park Board at their next meeting. He will then outline plans affecting
park development and at that time would be happy to discuss ways and means.,
to solve any problems or perhaps come up with alternate solutions.
During further discussion it was suggested by Councilman Nordquist that the
council members attend a Park Board meeting and go into these matters in
more detail. Councilman Haines thought this was a good idea and then made
a motion that any engineering project contemplated will be cleared with the
Park Board before final engineering is done. Councilwoman Shippen seconded,
and the motion carried. She added that she would like the council to get
copies of any environmental impact statements.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Mayor noted that there were some visitors in the audience and asked if
they had a spokesman. Jerry Tucker, president of the Edmonds JC's stepped
forward and stated that January 21 to 27 has been designated as JC Week.
He said the Edmonds JC's appreciate the good rapport that has existed between
the council and the JC's for many years. In appreciation he presented a
plaque which the Mayor accepted in behalf of the City Council.
CORRESPONDENCE
The Deputy City Clerk read a letter which had been received from James Martin
wherein Mr. Martin expressed his disapproval of the proposed fountain at 5th
and Main. He thought a lot of parking area would be lost if this fountain
was placed in this location.
Mayor Harrison read a letter of resignation from Merlin Logan, City Planner.
Mr. Logan stated that his resignation would be effective some time between
January 30th to February 2nd as he is scheduled to commence employment with
the Denver Planning Office on the 5th of February. Mr. Logan stated further
that he has enjoyed working with the City staff and especially appreciated
the courtesies extended to him by the CAO. He said he also has enjoyed working
with the Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustment and feels that these
two groups are rendering an excellent service to the citizens.
HEARING: FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL - LID #172 - PAVING ALDER .7th TO 9th & 8th TO MAPLE
• City Engineer, Leif Larson explained that the total project cost was $95,170.41;
the LID portion is $38,537.47 and the property owners were assessed at the
rate of $20.00 Zff. He said that one letter of protest has been received from
Forrest Cummings. Mr. Cummings stated that he had originally been notified
that his estimated assessment would be $6,000, but that he has since received
a statement of approximately $11,300.
Hearing was opened. Mr. Cummings, in the audience, said he had assumed 8th
Avenue was not included on the.petition when he signed it. He said because
he trusted a friend and neighbor he involved two other families. One of them
was able to take care of himself, but the other was a widow of a few days.
This lady had been told that her portion would amount to $750.00. Mayor
Harrison asked what property Mr. Cummings owned. He was told that it is
sixteen 30 ft. lots on the west side of 8th Avenue from Maple to Alder.
Mr. Larson indicated that there has been two or three meetings before this
project got under way and it was asked at that time if everyone was aware of
the cost of the project, etc.
Mr. Paul Roy said that when the petition came around originally, it did not
include 8th Avenue. It was his impression that some people wanted 8th Avenue
is so that they could complete their water mains. Mr. Larson said that when
the petition was first sent out it said Alder between 7th and 9th. 8th Avenue
betwam Alder and Maple was added because a roadbed had been put in there when
they put in the sewers.
Following further discussion a motion was made by Councilman Haines and seconded
by Councilman Nelson to hold this matter in abeyance until we can pinpoint
when 8th Avenue was entered on the petition. He said he would further suggest
that we not accept altered petitions. On call for the question, the motion
• carried. At this point, the City Attorney noted that this had to be continued
to a date certain. Councilman Haines said perhaps Mr. Larson could make
a preliminary investigation and report back to the council. Councilman Haines
then amended his motion stating that the matter should be continued until next
week. Councilman Nelson seconded and,the motion carried.
HEARING: PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION #399-RECOMMENDING.APPROVAL OF VACATION
OF 25 FT. STREET R/W AT 21080 AND 21088 - 88th PL.W., AS PETITIONED BY
BENNETT BOX AND HOWARD PARRETT, OWNERS.
City Attorney, John Wallace reported that the petition submitted was not legally
sufficient and Mr. Box has gone back out and will bring in a sufficient petition
for next week. A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist and seconded by
Councilman Nelson to continue this item until next week. Motion carried.
HEARING: PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION #400 - RECOMMENDING CERTAIN PROPERTIES
DESCRIBED IN PLANNING COMMISSION FILE AZ-2-72, RECENTLY ANNEXED TO CITY
AND ZONED BY COUNTY AS RURAL USE, BE REZONED TO CW.
The Mayor opened the hearing, but as no one wished to.speak, the hearing was
closed. The City Planner said that this property is owned by Burlington -
Northern and they � ave received all utilities. A motion was then made by
Councilman Nordquist and seconded by Councilman Winters to pass Ordinance #1636
adopting the zoning classification of CW for certain newly annexed property
pursuant to Planning Commission Resolution #400. Motion carried.
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REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT - HOOD'S ADDITION
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City Planner, Merlin Logan, brought the Council up to date on this plat explaining
that it had first come to Council about one and ones -half years ago. It has
since been revised and now conforms to the Shell Valley street system. Mr. Logan
made five suggestions that could be attached to the approval if it is the
desire of the Council. The conditions are as follows: (1) The street should
be a full half of the right-of-way (30) ft.); (2) Lot 8 should have 12,000 sq ft.
of area; (3) Lots A and B should be exchanged in future years when property
to the west is'developed; (4) Tree cutting restrictions and (5) Lots 6,7,8, and 9
should be considered as Division #1 and Lots 5 through 7 should not be developed
until the Shell Valley street system is constructed. The reason for this is
that the southerly portion is extremely steep and it would be poor planning
to develop all these lots with such a steep, narrow access. The developers
also asked for the segregation of Lot 9. It was asked if Lot 9 would be
sub -divided, but the Planner explained that.the owner has a buyer and the
buyer does not intend to sub -divide. Mr.' Hood explained that he would like
approval of the preliminary plat with Lot 9 segregated so that he can sell Lot 9
now and still leave this open for future development. Following some discussion
regarding access to the plat a motion was made by Councilman Haines and seconded
by Councilman Nordquist to approve the preliminary as set forth by the Engineer
subject to planning and engineering requirements as set forth by the Engineer
and Planner and with the segregation of Lot 9. Following some discussion,
Councilman Nelson amended the motion to approve the one lot'sub-division for
Lot 9 of this preliminary plat. The amendment was seconded by Councilman Tuson
and carried. The motion as amended then also carried.
PRELIMINARY AND PRD OF BROOKACRES (CONTINUED FROM JANUARY 9)
Councilman Haines stepped down from the platform and did not vote on this item.
This matter had been postponed to allow developer a chance to revise the drawings
providing access to Tract C. The City Planner, Merlin Logan suggested that
it be noted that Tract`C is not a building site. Mr. Fisher with Ruskin -Fisher
stated that they had no -objection to the 20 ft. wide strip which has been
set aside for access. A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist and seconded
by Councilman Winters to approve the preliminar plat of Brookacres subject
to engineering and planning requirements. Motion carried.
REPORT FROM ENGINEER ON UNDERGROUNDING FROM WESTGATE TO LIMITED ACCESS AREA
NEAR PARADISE LAND
City Engineer, Leif Larson said he had received letters from the Public Utility
District and the General Telephone Company regarding this project. They stressed
that these are preliminary estimates and do not want to be held to them until
further engineering details are worked out. Mr. Larson said the cost to the
City would be $143,000 which is two-thirds of the total cost of the project.
Councilman Nelson said that he would like to see the total construction cost ie.,
trenching cost, engineering and design cost, etc. Councilwoman Shippen said
that she would like to have the total cost of the project; the total cost the
telephone company will bear; the total cost the PUD will bear; the cost for
the City and the cost of the LID. She said she would like to take this matter
under advisement and asked City Engineer to have these costs by the next
Council meeting.
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REVIEW OF SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT APPLICATION SM-2-72
City Planner, Merlin explained that this is a request by Howard Anderson, •
owner of Andy's Boat House, for permission to install a bulkhead for protection
against waves. The bulkhead will be approximately 260 feet long and will stick
out of the sand about 5 feet above the mean high water line. It is absolutely
essential to protect the paved area. Mr. Logan said that these has been no
objection to this plan and he recommends that the Council authorize the Mayor
to issue the Shoreline Management Permit. A motion was made by Councilman
Nelson and seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the Council authorize the
Mayor to issue Shoreline Management Permit for application SM-2-72. Motion
carried. Councilwoman Shippen stated that she had noted in the minutes of the
Planning Commission that we do not have a formal procedure for processing these
requests. Mr. Logan stated that he had asked the City Attorney to draw up a
procedure to take care of this. City Engineer, Leif Larson said he would like
it brought out that there should be some reference to the Corps of Engineer'
review.
REQUEST OF DR. CAMERON STEWARD FOR CITY REVIEW OF ENGINEERING REQUIREMENTS
IMPOSED BY PLANNING COMMISSION ON-3 LOT SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 84th
AVENUE WEST AND 184th S.W.
The City Engineer stated that Dr. Stewart's engineer has asked that this
matter be postponed to the 30th of January and Councilman Nordquist made
a motion to that effect. Councilman Winters seconded and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION APPROVING AND PROVIDING FOR THE EXECUTION OF PROPOSED CONTRACT
WITH HUD FOR NEIGHBORHOOD FACILITY PROJECT
This is a resolution of the City of Edmonds approving and providing for the
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execution.of a proposed contract for a neighborhood facilities project.under.
Section 703 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1965, by and between
the City of Edmonds and the United Stated of America. A motion was made by
Councilman Nordquist and seconded by(Councilman Winters to approve Resolution
4269. Motion carried.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
The Council acknowledged receipt of claims from Paul Pascal, Bennett A. Box
and William A. Wilson.:. Since two of these claims are from attorneys the
Council inquired as to the nature of the claim. City Attorney, John Wallace
explained that the court must provide counsel for indigent defendants. Many
attorneys have filed similar claims with other cities also. This will be a
test case to determine who is responsible for the costs. Referred to City Clerk
for processing.
COMMENDATION
Councilman -Nelson said he would like Mayor to present letter of commendation
to Cal Thompson, George Grant and Bennett Box for their service on the Board
of Adjustment. The Mayor said he has already done so.
CAO REPORT
CAO Ron Whaley announced that the Edmonds Art Festival will be June 22,23, and 24
this year, and therefore the Council Meeting for June 19th will have to
be held elsewhere.
• The CAO mentioned the letter sent out last week on the Position Evaluation
proposal, together with a draft of how this board would be structured. He
says that in this letter he has reneged that such an ordinance be drafted.
He said that since the council adopted the Prior Study it also included l
adoption of various sections dealing with position classification etc. He
said that any problem involving staff or supervisory personnel should be
considered by the council. The City Attorney stated that the council can act
as such a review board without an ordinance.
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There being no further business to come before council the meeting adjourned
at 10:00 P.M.
Irene Varney Moran, Pity Clerk
January 30, 1973
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Harve H. Harrison, Mayor
The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:30
P.M. by Mayor Harve Harrison, with all council members present except Haines
and Nordquist.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of January 23 had been posted, mailed and distributed,
and with no omissions corrections, they were approved as presented.
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INTRODUCTION OF NEW CITY PLANNER
Mayor Harrison told council that Merlin Logan, City Planner, had accepted a
position in Denver, and tomorrow would be his last day on the job. The Mayor
then stated that ordinarily the city would be advertising to fill this vacancy,
but that the city was in luck because about two weeks ago, he met a man who
fills all the qualifications of the job. He said he was looking for a man
with a high level of academic credentials and some practical background in a
private setting; and he was looking for a man with a capacity to create in-
novative programs for the improvement of the residential environment as well
as the improvement of the economic wellbeing of the business community. He
was very much impressed when he met Joe Wallis, and he noted that he was here
at the consultant's table this evening. 'He went on to state that Joe Wallis
has a Master's Degree in Urban Planning, a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture,
and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. He was also the winner
of some ten academic honors and awards. His most recent employment was as a
consultant with an industrialized housing company in Cleveland, Ohio; for the
past two years. Prior to that, he was employed in the Seattle area for three
years as a project planner for Ruskin Fisher and Associates, Inc. and for
Harstad & Associates, and as a project architect for three years prior to that
with Mithun & Associates and other private firms. Mayor Harrison then intro-
duced Joe Wallis, who said he was delighted to be back in the Northwest after
two years in Cleveland, and it was like coming home. He said he was particu-
larly happy to be in Edmonds, which he thinks is an unusually choice location
with all its attributes; a very delightful community, and will become more so.
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