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to the need for Mr. Bodine to gain reimbursement for the one property that
has not paid, the City has worked out a Late Comer Agreement with Mr. Bodine;
agreement covering the one remaining lot. City Engineer Larson recommended
that the council approve the agreement. He noted that upon acceptance of
this agreement he would also recommend that the city send a notice to this
remaining property owner requiring him to connect to the sewer within 120
days. The Engineer explained that normal late -comer hookups are set at
2 years from date of acceptance; however, with the health problem existing
here, it is recommended that council approve the 120-day notice limitation.
Councilman Tuson had a question on the usual 60 days allowed to connect to
sewer running within a certain area from property, and the 120 days versus
the 2 years was briefly discussed. A motion was then made by Councilman
Tuson, seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the City of Edmonds enter into
a Late Comer Agreement with Mr. Bodine as outlined by the City Engineer,
and the Mayor Protem be authorized to sign the agreement. Motion carried.
FINAL PLAT OF GRANADA ESTATES
The City Engineer explained to council that this plat had come before them
as Sharon Heights #4 in the preliminary form. It is located at Maplewood
Drive and Sierra Street. Engineer Larson stated that there had been no
change since the preliminary had been accepted by council, and he recom-
mended adoption and approval.
A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Winters
that council approve and adopt the final plat of Granada Estates, and the
motion carried.
There was no further business to come before council and the meeting was •
adjourned at 9:40 P. M.
Ir ne Varney Mo an, City Clerk Natalie Shippen, yor Protem
April 17, 1973
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Regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:30 P. M.
by Mayor Protem Natalie Shippen, with all council members present except
Anderson, who has been excused, and Nordquist, who arrived at 7:50 P. M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the council meeting of April 10 had been posted, mailed and dis-
tributed, and with no omissions nor corrections, they were approved as written.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Councilman Nelson stated that he had read the minutes of the last meeting
regarding the light at 244th and 76th West. He felt that there had been a
lot of input at the time we made the decision to at least try that light,
not only from the Highway Engineering Staff, but also from our own Engineering
Staff. He said another arrow was put in to allow the middle lane to have
an option to turn left or go straight ahead. Councilman Nelson said that he
has observed that most of the drivers are using the left hand turn before the
actual school hour traffic begins. He also found that the standing traffic
in that one location proceeding south, was causing more hazardous a situation
than exists today because there were youngsters and bicycle riders going
between the cars that were standing in a long queue down the hill towards the
Lake Ballinger Residential Area. He also noted that on low atmospheric pressure
days the pollution from trucks and automobiles was greater when they were lined
up in the one single land before the one additional light went on. He stated
too, that the noise pollution is less. Councilman Nelson pointed out that
this light now makes it possible for the Gulf Station located on the northwest
corner of-244th and 76th to receive more business. He remarked that two
lanes being permitted to go south has helped keep traffic from stagnating at
the bottom of the hill during winter weather. He also felt that the congestion
has been alleviated for the northbound traffic desiring to make a lefthand
turn into the 7-Eleven Store or into the Richfield Station, since they do
not have to wait so long for the southbound traffic to clear. He stated
further that he was disappointed in the action of the council last week in
not looking at both sides of the story when writing a letter to the State
Highway Department.
Mayor Protem Shippen stated that she had sent a letter to Mr. Roberts regarding
this matter. City Engineer Larson said he had received a call today about
the letter which had been written and the Highway Department expressed a
desire to have a meeting with the people in the area concerned. They want
to make sure all the facts are on the table before they take action. Councilman
Tuson reiterated his remark of last week that the safety of the children is
the major conzrn, and not whether someone is five minutes late to work.
Following a brief discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Gellert and
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seconded by Councilman Nelson that a hearing be set by City Officials on a
date that would be convenient for State Highway Department to consider all
phases of the traffic problem on 76th Avenue West. Councilman Gellert asked
that the Police Chief give the Council some statistics on the relative safety
of 76th Avenue West in relation to other similar streets in Edmonds. Chief
Foster said that this could be done. The motion was then voted upon and carried.
Councilman Tuson mentioned that about a month ago he had brought up the
matter of people parking right up to the sidewalk at the corner of Sunset and
Main. He thought this was a bad situation and Engineer Larson stated that
he.had received calls from citizens with regard to this.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Colleen Brown, residing at 21830 - 82nd Place West in the Chase Lake Area,
stated that they had reached their 75% and would like to present their
petition for annexation to the Council. She said she had talked to City
Attorney, John Wallace by telephone and he had indicated that if they in
fact did not have the 75% they could still go out and get further signature.
She asked that the City Council act with as much haste as possible so that
they can proceed with the sewering. Mayor Protem Shippen asked to be
enlightened as to the procedure to be followed and what the tentative completion
date would be. Mr. Wallace stated that if everything "fell into line",
a realistic completion date for the annexation would be some time in August.
He pointed out that a hearing before the Boundary Review Board would have
to be held and there were necessary procedures to follow such as publication
of Notice of Hearing, etc. Mayor Protem Shippen then asked if some of the
• engineering could be started in the meantime. Mr. Wallace reminded Council
that the matter would be out of the control of the City and some caution
should be exercised in the expenditure of any monies in this case. Councilman
Nelson mentioned that -there is a bill before the Legislature that, if signed
into law, would permit assuming a portion of the bonded indebtedness. City
Attorney Wallace stated that this would require a complete recirculation of
the petition.
Mr. Bob Brown, who is on the staff of Edmonds School District 415, also asked
if some of the preliminary engineering could be started. Mr. Wallace again
stated that all the necessary steps should be followed before any money is
expended. Councilman Tuson asked how long it would take to do the engineering.
City Engineer Larson said it would take at least six months. Hearing dates
were then discussed and it was stated that the earliest would be in June.
Mr. Brown wondered if things could move along more rapidly if Dr. Hiatt
indicated that this situation is a particular health hazard, and taking into
consideration the fact that the Chase Lake School is in the City. He said
they have an obligation to the students and the families in the area to make
an early decision as to an interim solution to the problem that exists on the
school grounds. He then asked what is the length of time after sewers are
available that the side sewers have to be hooked up. Mr. Larson stated that
this is 60 days: Mayor Protem-Shippen asked what happens if there is non-
compliance with regard to side sewers. City Attorney Wallace answered that
there is a procedure whereby the City can come in and install the side sewers
and place a lien upon the property. There was some discussion as to the
possibility of an arrangement with the County to install the sewers and then
Edmonds taking over when the annexation has been accomplished, however this
was not thought feasible.
• A gentleman residing at 327 Elm -Street said a turnaround had been put in
there, but there is no street light and people coming into the street at
night cannot see the turnaround. He asked that a light be put in. City
Engineer Larson said they are looking at that one and also one at 6th and
Elm. Mayor Protem Shippen asked if we could have a reply on this next week.
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At this point City Attorney Wallace advised the council that they should'
set•�a hearing date on the Chase Lake Petition. A motion was then made by
Councilman Gellert and seconded by Councilman Nelson to set June 19 as the.
hearing date on Chase Lake Annexation. Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Mayor Protem Shippen read a letter from Harold F. Larkin wherein stated
that a number of bicycles were in use on sidewalks in the City, particularly
on Fifth Avenue south of Main Street. He stated that this is a danger to
pedestrians and thought bicycle riders should be encouraged to use the streets
rather than sidewalks.
CAO REPORT
CAO Ron Whaley reported that the City last Thursday received $270,281.25,
less $4,000 on the Neighborhood Facility HUD Grant. This was a net of
$266,281.25 as first payment from HUD for its acquisition of the property.
He reminded Council that the original agreement stated a purchase price of
$360,000 and the City will be required to match the $266,281.25 with
$93,718.75. The transaction is in escrow. The contract gives June 6th
as completion date for closing. He stated that these funds are now avail-
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able, and that it would be possible for the City to gain $2,000 by June 1st
by investing these funds on a short term basis. Mr. Whaley stated that the
Senior Citizens have not been paying any rent to the owners of the property
since the first of the year. They had commented to the Nelson Brothers that
they would have to look to the City for the rent charge. A provision for
rent payment was not in the contract, nor even discussed or brought up at
any time, according to Mr. Whaley's recollection. Mr. Whaley asked the
Council if they would recommend closing now, or wait until June 1st and make
some interest from investing the funds. Councilman Gellert inquired how
it would be possible to gain $2,000 in just a month and one-half? Mr. Whaley
explained that this was possible by investing the total amount ($266,000).
Councilman Nelson.asked if we place the Senior Citizens in any kind of
jeopardy by not paying the rent? Mr. Wallace said no, and also that there is
no obligation on the part of the City to pay the rent. A motion was made
by Councilman Gellert and seconded by Councilman Winters that we close as
quickly as possible. After a brief discussion, the motion carried.
HEARING: PLANNING COMMISSION RES. 4404 - RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP TO REZONE FROM CG TO BC
PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN PLANNING COMMISSION FILE R-1-73.
City Planner Joe Wallis reported that the area concerned is 4.6 acres of land.
Mr. Wallis projected maps on the screen depicting the zoning in.the area, and
location of Stevens Hospital. He indicated that the applicant plans a nursing
home and retirement home for this land. He stated further that the hospital
has influenced the development pattern in this vicinity. Mr. Wallis pointed
out that a CG Zone does not permit a residential use, but the BC Zone does.
However, the BC Zone does not provide for setbacks. The.applicant has indic-
ated that he will enter into a contract to provide the setbacks. Mr. Wallis
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stated that he felt this was a compatible land use in this area. Since we
do not have a zone that would lend itself to this type of development, the
BC Zone with an agreed setback seems to be the most expedient way to accommodate
this particular land use, according to Mr. Wallis. He said the auto wrecking
yard across the street would require some screening. He said he had slides
of this proposed development and would like the Council to view them. Mayor
Protem Shippen asked why they hadn/t asked for multiple (RML) zoning which
would allow for conditional use with required setbacks. The hearing was
then opened.
Mr. William Wilson, attorney for applicants (Duey and Sievers) explained that
they had been here before requesting reclassification to RML. At this point
they discovered.- the conditional use permit requirement. It was necessary for
them to secure all required underlying zoning in order to perform according
to the option, and that this could not be done leaving open the conditional
use permit that would have a.limited term on it. For that reason they looked
for a zone that would more closely meet their requirements and came up with
the BC Zone. Councilman Nordquist asked if they were requesting a contract
rezone, and Mr. Wilson replied that this was the crux of it. Mayor Protem
Shippen asked what would happen if the conditions of the contract were not
met. City Attorney Wallace explained that if the terms of the contract were
not met, then the zoning would revert back. There was considerable discussion
regarding the zoning, during -which Mayor Protem Shippen asked if this would
be a spot rezone as she understood most of the BC zoning is downtown. Mr.
Wallace answered that it was fraught with that potential. Mr. Wilson stated
he had considered this, because he did not want to seek action that would be
overturned. He thought that the uses contemplated are compatible with the
surrounding zones. Councilman Tuson made a motion seconded by Councilman
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Nelson that property described in P.C. File R-1-73 be rezoned from CG to BC.
Councilman Gellert then asked if the Council could view the slides showing
what is planned by the applicants. Councilman Gellert remarked that the
whole zoning law was inadequate and did not seem to cover a facility such
as this. Nursing homes are not reflected in our parking requirements. He
stated that somewhere we should have a section on nursing homes, retirement
homes, etc. City Planner Wallis explained that parking requirements are not
based on zone, but for a specific use. Following considerable discussion, -
the motion was voted upon. There was a roll call vote, which resulted in a ,
tie. City Attorney Wallace said that the motion thus failed, since four affirmative
votes were needed for the motion to pass. A motion was then made by Council-
man Gellert and seconded by Councilman Winters that we study the problem of
zoning around a medical facility such as Stevens Hospital, and come up with
guidelines, plans and zoning that adequately reflects the needs of cities
and citizens in the surrounding community. There was more discussion, after
which Mr. Williams Wilson explained that he represented the optionor and that
he was.formally withdrawing his application for rezone. He stated that his
reason for this is that they are now in a General Commercial Zone, and with
or without the optionee, they can live with that. He said they had geared
themselves to making this move with the optionee and had been very optimistic,
but it is just not there. Mayor Protem Shippen asked if a motion could be
made for a change to an RML Zone; however City Attorney Wallace said this
would have to be posted and referred back to the Planning Commission. After
some more discussion, the motion was voted upon and passed.
REPORT ON SPACE NEEDS CONSULTANT (PLANNING DEPARTMENT)
City Planner, Joe Wallis made a report on space needs as directed by City
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Council on February 20th. He said he had discussed this with CAO Ron Whaley,
reviewed a reported prepared by Bill Nims in May, 1972 and had preliminary
discussion with two architectural firms concerning utilizing professional
help on a limited basis. Based upon information presently available he
recommends a study of the short term and long term space needs for the city
be conducted in parallel. He outlined this study in a report which had
been passed out to each member of the Council and Staff. This study would
be accomplished in three phases: Inventory, Analysis and finally, Recommendations.
The inventory phase would take into consideration the usable space presently
owned by the City, personnel space needs, equipment space needs, historical
patterns of employment, etc. The analysis would take into consideration the
long range requirements based upon projected population and potential annex-
ation areas to the south between Edmonds and the County line. Short range
requirements would take into consideration better utilization of present space,
projected personnel and equipment space needs, interdepartmental relationships, etc.
Finally, would come the recommendations which would include developing evaluation
criteria, alternate space need solutions, cost, etc. The P-lanning Staff then
offered the following recommendations: that the Council elect to proceed with
study as proposed or revise the program and proceed. Assuming either of these
circumstances, that a committee be established responsible for this study;
that the committee report to the Council not later than 30 days after appointed;
that progress reports be received when requested, at the end of each phase
and when a decision is needed for the study. Finally, it was suggested that
outside help be held to a minimum, but that some professional help, if needed,
be authorized be separate action when a specific task warrants it.
Mayor Protem Shippen asked how long it would take to do the long and the short
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range studies and Mr. Wallis answered that this would take approximately three
months. Councilman Gellert urged that aesthic's be considered when doing this
study, and wondered if professional help might be advisable iri this regard.
Mr. Whaley thought the right approach would be through committee. He said -
we have professional people on our Staff. He thought these persons should be
on the committee along with someone from the Council. He also thought this
committee should be held to not more than seven people. Councilman Tuson
agreed that we should have the City Engineer, City Planner, Public Works
Director, etc. on this committee. He could think of no one more knowledgeable
of City needs than our own Staff. A motion was then made by Councilman
Nordquist and seconded by Councilman Gellert to adopt the Planning Staff's
recommendation as follows: Page S. Item la, proceed with the space study
as proposed; Item 2, that a committee be established responsible for con-
ducting a study; Item 3, that the committee establish a schedule for the
study and report to the Council when feasible, but not later than 30 to 60
days after the committee is appointed; Item 4b, that the Council receive
progress reports at the end of each phase of the study; Item 4c, that the
Council receive progress reports when requested by the committee when a
decision needed for the study; Item 5, that outside professional assistance
be held to a minimum, but some professional assistance be authorized by
separate action when the scope of a specific task is determined and a proposal
for a specific task is made, including firm cost proposals with maximum
stipulated. Also, that when all information is gathered we go to bid for
professional help. After brief comments, the motion carried.
PARK DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES
Rod Garretson, Park and Recreation Director, presented a written report to
• the Council listing the park development priorities as determined by himself
and the Park Advisory Board. In order, they are as follows: Landscaping
of Yost Park Entrance, parking areas and earth banks to south and east of
pool; Seaview Park; Holly School Site; Pine Ridge Park and Sierra Park.
Mayor Protem Shippen said that she would not like to spend money from the
$6,000 allocated for neighborhood parks on the Holly Park School Site as
it is not -a city park. She then made a motion, seconded by Councilman Nordquist
to adopt the priorities as set forth by the Park and Recreation Director,
excepting that the Holly School Site be accepted in the order presented, but
not using the $6,000 reserved for neighborhood park planning. There was
a brief discussion on the Holly School Site, after which the motion was
voted upon and passed.
REPORT ON BIDS FORa8000 TONS ASPHALT
J. Herb Gilbo, Maintenance and Operations Director, reported that bids were
opened on April 11 for 8000 tons of asphalt for the City's 1973 Street
Improvement Program. He stated that there were four bidders, and he rec-
ommended that Council accept the low bid of Knowles Construction Company
at $9.64/ton for Class "B" asphalt -and $20.00/ton for driveway extensions.
A motion was then made by Councilman Gellert and seconded by Councilman
Nelson to accept the low bid. of Knowles Construction Company. Motion carried.
PREPAYMENT ORDINANCE LID #190 - PAVING (UAB) 228th SW FROM 76th TO EAST
CITY LIMITS
A motion was made by Councilman Tuson and seconded by Councilman Winters
to pass Ordinance #1655-stating that the cash pre -payment period for LID
#190 has expired. Motion carried.
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PROPOSED ORDINACE TO REDUCE MAXIMUM FINE FOR VIOLATION OF CITY ORDINANCE
FROM $500 to $250 W/CERTAIN EXCEPTIONS
No action was taken on this matter as City Attorney John Wallace stated that
there are some proposed rules before the Supreme Court at this time that may
obviate the necessity for this ordinance.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION - ANIMAL SHELTER
A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist and seconded by Councilman Winters
to pass Resolution #277 expressing an interest in the establishment of a
unified method of animal control and facilities for the South Snohomish
County Metropolitan Areas. Motion carried.
BROPOSED RESOLUTION ON SNOHOMISH COUNTY METRO TRANSIT STUDY
A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist and seconded by Councilman Gellert
to pass Resolution 4278 authorizing the city's participation in the county-
wide transit study and directing that city's participation be on the basis
of one-half in money and one-half in in-kin4 services. Motion carried.
There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
Eleanor Quealey, Dep I
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April 24, 1973
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The regular meeting of the Edmonds City
7:30 P.M. by Mayor Harve Harrison, with
Anderson, who has been excused until May
MAYOR'S REPORT ON TRIP TO JAPAN
Natalie Shippen, or Protem
Council was called to order at
all council members present except
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Mayor Harrison greeted everyone with "Good Evening" in Japanese after
placing upon his head the.Samurai war helmet of Yoritomo Minamoto, who had
established the first military government in Kamakura in 1192 after receiving
permission from the Emperor in Kyoto.
The Mayor noted that the group from Edmonds had included Mrs. Harrison, Mary
Ann Sawyer, Bill Nims, and Mr. Sako. He stated that we do have a sister city
relationship with the City of Himeji, and the Mayor or Chief of the City
Council will visit Edmonds soon with their official documentation. This
takes time to accomplish over there, since there are 36 members and 6
political parties.
Mayor Harrison went on to say that Mayor Yoshida threw a beautiful welcoming
party for the Edmonds group and provided transportation and escorts for four
days of touring the city. They visited their main industries, which include -
a log port, steel mill, oil refinery, ship yards, and fishing villages. They
also visited a most modern garbage disposal incinerator which consumes 300
tons per day at a cost of $15 per ton, which is rather expensive. It is a
nice looking -facility and uses oil for fuel. They also visited their castle
which is a famous national monument and their new cultural center, which is
an architectural masterpiece. Their shopping malls are very interesting;
being blocks and blocks long.
The Mayor stated that some observations were: The 120 mile per hour built
train is excellent for service, free of air pollution because it is electric.
However, noise pollution is a problem, and complaints come from the people
who must live or work close by. Many bicycles are used throughout Japan.
Mayor Harrison said he was most impressed with the Japanese people. They
have a very high cultural level; are very hospitable, courteous, polished,
and attentive to detail. They never displayed any resentment to the United
States. There was a high level of honesty; the group had no worries about
.their luggage or money transactions. He noted that they were very indus-
trious - they seemed to always run or scurry. The cost of living seemed to
be about the same as ours, with the standard of living somewhat less on an
average. The food was somewhat different; their delicacies being raw fish,
etc. and fried jellyfish, for example. But the group ate them and came to
enjoy them, and the food was very good. The new housing there was a good
deal like ours, but the doorways were low, not over 6 feet, and the Mayor
noted that the top of his head brushed the top of the doorways.' The bath
tubs also are short - 3 or 4 feet; and the pillows were very hard and must
be filled with beans or rice. Their park developments all included water,
lanterns, shrubs, and large rocks, all symbolic, and very beautiful. The
Japanese think Americans speak Japanese, mostly because of the American
movies which have,Japanese dubbed into the voice tracks. A Small; -percentage
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