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19750415 City Council Minutes.• 259 CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES 1 1 • 1 Council acknowledged receipt of Claims for Damages from Mrs. Keith Miller, Mary McKerney and James H. Little. These were referred to the City Clerk for processing.. The Meeting was adjourned at 10:30, at which time the Council went into executive session. Irene Varney Moran City Clerk April 15, 1975 ROLL CALL _ q H. H. Harrison, Mayor The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order. by Mayor Harrison at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at the Edmonds Civic Center, with all council members present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the work meeting of April 8, 1975 had been posted, mailed and distributed, and with no omissions, nor corrections, were approved as written. Mayor Harrison then introduced, Bill Rowe, a member of the Planning Staff, who was taking the place of the City Planner for the evening. MARINE FIRE PROTECTION PROGRAM PRESENTATION Fire Chief, Jack Cooper, introduced Capt. Hansen, who is the Project Director for the Marine Fire Protection Program, which was reported on two weeks ago. Capt. Hansen said that the program they are working with in -Seattle involves the -Federal Maritime Administration. The effort is primarily to take aniinvento.ry of all of the firefighting resources available in the State to support a major marine fire; catalog these resources and set up a system whereby they would be in access by the various port cities in the State. Also, they will set up a transportation system where those resources can be moved in on a fire. To do that they have reached agreement with the National Guard, the Coast Guard and the U. S. Navy for aircraft and support in transportation resources and have prepared a Mutual Aid Agreement between the 18 port cities in the State and have taken the necessary steps to do that. Approximately two weeks ago a request was sent out to the port cities to enter into 'the Mutual Aid Agreement; and to his knowledge they have ratification by all city councils except Bellingham.:: and Edmonds. Councilman Welling asked why Edmonds would be a port city. Capt. Hansen said that this is because of the ferry traffice and the life hazard involved and the transportation of oil. He said that the cities involved are the ones on Puget •Sound, the Columbia River and Aberdeen and Hoquiam. Mr. Welling said that he ` was concerned with the substantial loss that the City of Edmonds could incur. Capt. Hansen mentioned two incidents where there was a large marine fire, one of which involved a small city with a small fire department which did end up fighting thatfire. He said that there is no port city in the State at this time that can handle a major marine fire without help from the other ports in the State, simply because they do not stock the required amount of foam needed. Capt. Hansen said that expensive equipment such as fire boats, aircraft,,etc. would be supplied by the military. The equipment they have talked about replacing would be standard firefighting equipment, extinguishing agents, hoses, nozzles, pumps and that type of thing. The City Attorney asked the Captain to explain to the Council that'since that Interlocal Agreement was sent out, that they have now proposed to go to the various oil -companies to request them to agree to . I articipate in these matters and pick up the cost of equipment, and stand as a backup for the personnel cost. Mr. Wallace said that this is something that the City has proposed to Union Oil, that they should stand behind Edmonds and indemnify the City. Capt. Hansen said there are actually three agreements which we hope to reach; first is the Mutual Aid Agreements between the cities themselves; the second would be an agreement separate.from the mutual aid, between the refineries and the port cities and the final agreement would be between the City of Seattle and the operators of the vessels themselves (steamship companies). He said there are a number of things a city could request such as advice by radio, equipment support and personnel support from some specially trained people that are prepared to assist. He said they have asked the ship lines to bear the cost of personnel and for the replacement of damaged or expended equipment. He hopes to reach agreements with the various vessel operators signed ahead of time. He said that before the personnel are used, an agreement will have to be reached. 260 MOTION:, Councilman Gellert said that he was concerned with the liability of the City. He said that the agreement says that the agencies providing assistance may withdraw at aiy time that the commanding officer so orders; and that the requesting agency will defend and hold harmless the parties providing the assistance from any action arising from said action. City Attorney, Wallace, said that a copy of the proposal has been sent to the carrier, but we have not received a response. Mr. Wallace said that the Captain does have slightly different, more detailed, proposals in the agreement that they intend to submit to the shipping lines and the oil companies which is more specific on the basis on the grounds for withdrawal. He said as legal advisor to the City, this is something that he would prefer to see in this type of agreement. He said as it is drafted, it is far too broad and far too general. Capt. Hansen said that the reason for this is to allow the local Chief some latitude, so that if he sends some firemen and apparatus to another location and finds that he needs his people in his own city, he should have the means for getting his people back to his own corporate limits. Councilman Welling asked what we would do if there was a ferry fire, other than at dockside. Chief Cooper said that we would have to call the Coast Guard. If it is tied up, then our Fire Department would fight the fire. Capt. Hansen said that they at present have 52 people specially trained to fight fires on a ship which is under way. In that case equipment, personnel and supplies would be transported to the site. Councilman Clement asked if there is any legal entity which is responsible for fighting a fire aboard ship. Capt. Hansen said, yes, the ships crew. 1 1 Capt. Hansen pointed out that it is not mandatory for Edmonds to respond to a marine fire, if it is not possible for them to do so. Chief Cooper explained that we have Mutual Aid Agreements with several local jurisdictions, and how it works. There was further general discussion as what further parties would be contacted regarding participation, etc. The City Attorney advised that we should wait until we hear from the carrier. • COUNCIL PARTICIPATION Councilman Nordquist said that in response to a request by the Council past week for additional information regarding the Metro Transit operation in Snohomish County, there was a question as to the operational costs as well as which lines have been discontinued. He placed before the Mayor, Council and press a copy of the financial statement for February, 1975. He also called Vic Sood, and Mr. Sood was present to give a brief explanation of the operation of the service to date. He said that Mr. Sood is working under a Transportation Grant and that came through officially as of April 1, 1975. Mr. Sood reviewed the program from 1973 and reported that costs have increased by 50% without an increase in fares. He said they have been informed that the costs again will be up about 5% between Ma and September. If this continues, funds will be exhausted by June. He proposes an increase in fares from 80(t to 90t, and that two Seattle to Edmonds runs be eliminated. There was discussion between Council, Staff and Mr. Sood regarding the ridership and possible alternatives in funding in `order to avoid elimination of2the Edmonds -Seattle runs. Mayor Harrison recommended that the Council act on Mr. Sood's suggestion. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN WELLING THAT TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUEST OF THE: SNO-MET BOARD THAT WE SEND A LETTER TO METRO APPROVING THE RATE INCREASE FROM 80(t to 90(�; AND APPROVE THE.,. ELIMINATION OF THE TWO SCHEDULED RUNS. MOTION CARRIED WITH TWO "NO" VOTES. Councilman Anderson mentioned the draft of a proposed letter to be sent to the Chairman of the State Highway Commission regarding reduction of the design MOTION: standards, especially with respect to SR524. COUNCILMAN ANDERSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN SHIPPEN THAT THIS LETTER BE SENT TO THE CHAIRMAN OF THE STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION OVER THE SIGNATURE OF THE MAYOR. The draft was discussed; • and Councilman Anderson said that the purpose is to something done on 196th; and that the best way to accomplish this would be to go directly to the Commission. Following further discussion, the MOTION CARRIED. Councilwoman Shippen asked what Reid -Middleton is surveying on Puget Drive. City Engineer, Leif Larson, replied that it is the section between 88th and Olympic Avenue in order to get the existing conditions of that location cE the present roadway in relation to the right-of-way and other physical features. He said that this is with regard to the report asked for in May; and that this is the only missing link. He said that in order to get something meaningful to work with, we should have the survey. He said that it has not been budgeted for, but went ahead with it anyway, as he felt that ,was the only way to get something meaningful he would have to show the Council based upon existing conditions. He said discussions have been held, and that he has proposed that we do nothing on 3rd Avenue from Casper to Main; and that plans have been given to the Planner. Mrs. Shiopen thenasked about truck removal from thi's route. Mr. Larson said that a letter has been sent, and that they have asked Lynnwood to consider and pass a resolution; and at the same time a copy was sent to the State Highway Department of the resolution requesting their assistance in developing directional signs. Lynnwood has tabled it pending evaluation of the number of trucks that use this route in Lynnwood. Mr. Nims of Lynnwood said that they were sympathetic to Edmonds' desirem, but the Lynnwood Council wants more information. Councilman Welling asked what rule puts the burden on the Engineering Department for making this kind of communication with the State. Mr. Larson said that when he was first hired, it had been decided that since it is basically an engineering problem it could best be handled there, rather than running to all departments. Mayor Harrison stated that Mr. Larson was the most capable man in the City to handle it. I 1 • u Councilman Gellert noted that next week there is a most controversial plat on the agenda, and one of the topics of controversy is the drainage. Mr. Gellert said that some time ago, Mr. Larson mentioned that he would be.working on an ordinance requiring developers to contain all their storm drainage: He asked What the status of this is. Mr. Larson said that he has a copy of the drainage ordinance for King County. He said they are working on it; it is rather technical, and in ©nnection with the various policy statements and evaluations on Community Development Committees, briefed them on our storm drainage plan and also has asked for committee input. Mr. Gellert asked what would happen if the Council passes it subject to engineering. Mr: Larson said that all it means at this time is that they will have to submit a storm drainage plan that is satisfactory to the engineer. He_said the consulting engineers will be developing a Storm Sewer Plan. He is trying to shoot for the first part of June, at which time it will go to the Planning Commission. They are trying to work parallel from an engineering and community input point of view. Councilwoman Bruns asked if we hire Reid -Middleton on a contract basis. Mr. Larson said that they are the City consulting firmeorking under contract, which has been modified from time to time since 1963. The only time it has been looked at is when there should be a rate increase. The attorney pointed out that there is no requirement to put out for bid on professional services. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Jeanne Edwards, reporter with the Western Sun, inquired whether the meeting of the 29th will be an open meeting. This is the.meeting when the full-time Mayor, re -structuring of the city facilities, etc. will be discussed. It was stated that it will be an open meeting, with no audience participation, since it is • a work meeting. Bjorn Thue-sen requested that the builders and develppers be notified of any public meetings with regard to storm sewer system. The City Engineer stated that it requires a he and there.will be plenty of publicity. The Mayor suggested that, they be notified anyway. DISCUSSION ON 7TH AND ELM PROPERTY AS OPEN SPACE Bill Rowe, of the Planning Department,reported on this matter. The Attorney pointed out that the City Council heard this matter on?"May 21st of last year, and there was no final action taken.on it. Rod Garretson., Director of Parks and Recreation, -said that he is working with the neighbors under the assumption that it would be left as park and/or open space. He is having a meeting on Thursday this week with the Seaview architect to help plan for trees to be planted in that area. He will then go -back to the neighborhood with that plan. Mayor Harrison said that he could see nothing wrong with leaving it zoned single-family and leaving it in"the Water Department, and meanwhile we can leave it open space. The City Planner has indicated that the site has historical value as the Yost Watershed, and. his recommendation was that it should be held MOTION: as open space. COUNCILMAN GELLERT MOVED, SECONDED BY MUNCILWOMAN SHIPPEN TO PASS ORDINANCE #1768 AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION FROM SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO OPEN SPACE PURSUANT TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 4433. There was discussion on whether the property can remain in the Water Department if it is designated open space. Following further discussion, The MOTION WAS VOTED UPON -AND CARRIED, WITH COUNCILMAN WELLING VOTING AGAINST. MOTION: ORDINANCE AMENDING 1975 BUDGET ORDINANCE COUNCILMAN GELLERT MOVED, SECONDED BY UDUNCILMAN ATDERSON TO PASS ORDINANCE #1769. • MOTION CARRIED, WITH COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST ABSTAINING AS HE WAS NOT PRESENT WHEN DISCUSSION WAS HELD ON THIS AMENDMENT. 1 MOTION: 1 MOTION: DISCUSSION ON $200 WATER CONNECTION CHARGES The City Engineer, Leif Larson, had distributed copies of the original ordinate 4*1709 increasing the rates and providing for new connection charges, and surcharges. The item under consideration was that a $200 charge shall be made to each new customer connecting to the water system, except for the water mains installed under L.I.D.'s 146, 152, and 115. Mr. Larson offered explanations with the use of some drawings. There were several builders and developers in the audience, who all indicated displeasure with the charge. The City Engineer suggested a possible $75.00 charge, however, some were not in favor of this proposal either. It was suggested that the bond consultant be contacted to see if this proposal is reasonable. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SCONDED BY COUNCILMAN GELLERT THAT THIS ITEM BE CONTINUED TO THE MAY 20TH MEETING, AND INSTRUCT THE CITY ENGINEER AND THE MAYORIB.. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO DRAW UP THE•FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE WATER LINE CONNECTION CHARGES AND ALSO TO CONTACT"SEATTLE-NORTHWEST SECURITIES TO FIND OUT WHAT EFFECT THIS HAS ON THE BONDING. MOTION CARRIED. RECIPROCAL EQUIPMENT AGREEMENT Director of Public Works, Herb Gilbo, reported on this item stating that this agreement was entered into between the City and six other parties in 1972, Basically there are two major changes, the labor rate has increased from $6.50 in the original to $8.50; and the one year term has'been removed, so that the agreement will remain in effect. All other jurisdictions have signed the agreement, and it is presented this evening for review and authorization for the Mayor to sign. COUNCILMAN ANDERSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE RECIPROCAL EQUIPMENT USE AGREEMENT. CARRIED. 0 262 PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR INTERFUND LOAN FROM FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND • MOTION: COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO PASS RESOLUTION 4327 AUTHORIZING AN-INTERFUND LOAN FROM THE FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND TO THE GENERAL FUND, AND -STATING THE -REASONS THEREFOR. MOTION CARRIED. - ADOPTION OF ROLLED CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER STANDARD First reading was had on a proposed ordinance amending Sec. 7.01.010 by adding thereto a new standard for the City of Edmonds for curbs -and gutters. It was discussed briefly. SET DATE FOR HEARING: ON P.C. RESOLUTION 4468, CONTRACT REZONE FROM RD TO RMH, OTTO KURTZ, R-1-75. MOTION: COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO SET APRIL 22ND AS THE DATE FOR HEARING ON THIS ITEM. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: SET DATE FOR HEARING: ON P.C.-RESOLUTION #466, AMENDMENT TO SIDEYARD REGULATIONS IN RS ZONES ZO-20-74. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO SET APRIL 22ND AS THE DATE FOR HEARING ON THIS ITEM. MOTION CARRIED. 1 CALL FOR BID: ASPHALT AND CONCRETE STORM SEWER PIPE Director of Public Works, Herb Gilbo, requested May 2nd as the bid date on these two items. One is for approximately 8,200 tons of asphalt in -place and related asphalt curbing.- The other is for approximately 3,340 L.F. of concrete storm sewer pipe and related catch basins. This material is for street improvements and bike path construction. COUNCILMAN GELLERT MOVED, SECONDED BY QDUNCILMAN • NORDQUIST FOR CALL FOR BIDS ON THE ABOVE ITEMS ON MAY 29 1975. Councilwoman Shippen said she thought it was a mistake to improve arterials without bike paths, and couldn't we cut back on some of the access streets. Mr. Gilbo had presented to Council a list of the locations which will -be improved. Engineer Larson said with the question of sidewalks on Talbot Road there would be some engineering cots, and then if bike paths and storm drainage is going to be considered - there would have to be a complete -re -analysis of Talbot Road and what we plan to do with it. During discussion, Councilman Anderson said that he would like to hear some alternates. Engineer Larson said that as of.right now the estimate is for Olympic View Drive and Olympic Avenue for recreational paths. Following further discussion, THE MOTION CARRIED. CONSIDERATION OF -BILLS DUE IN CONNECTION WITH UAB PROJECT 8-1-141 (02). 228th/236th STREETS S.W. The City -Engineer stated that these bills were incurred from October, 1974 to the first of March and there is nothing in the budget to pay for it. Mr. Larson said these.bills were incurred on the basis of the previous agreement. The City Attorney said that the first official notice that was given to the City of Mountlake Terrace was last Wednesday. He said he believes the City is bound under. the.prior agreement -with regard to these bills, and that if they are paid, it should be clarified in a transmittal letter that there is no intent to participate in forthcoming bills. These bills were -all incurred prior to Council action -last Tuesday. COUNCILMAN GELLERT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN BRUNS THAT THESE BILLS BE PAID WITH AN ACCOMPANYING LETTER TO BE DRAFTED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY TO STATE THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY BILLS TO BE PAID AS BEING IN EXISTENCE PRIOR TO NOTIFICATION OF THE BREACH, OUT OF APPROPRIATE STREET OR ARTERIAL FUNDS. MOTION CARRIED. ASSIGNMENT OF FAIR HOUSING COMMISSION MEMBERS The Mayor announced that he has not contacted all parties, yet and hopes to make these.appointments next week. .CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES Council acknowledged Claims for Damages from Julie J. Hise, Michael Rinehart and .Kent Bickmore. These were referred to the City Clerk's Office for processing. The meeting adjourned at-10:45 P.M. IRENE VARNEY MORAN,JZity Clerk H. H. HARRISON, Mayor April -22, 1975 ROLL CALL The regular meeting of'the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harrison at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at the Edmonds Civic Center, with all council members present. APP,R.QVLAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the meeting of April 15th had been posted, mailed and distributed, • Councilwoman Shippen said that she would like to make an addition to the end of