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June 10, 1975
ROLL CALL
The regular work meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by
Mayor Harve Harrison at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at the Edmonds Civic
Center. All council members were present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of June 3rd had been posed, mailed and distributed, and
with no.omissions nor corrections, were approved as written.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Councilman Anderson mentioned an accident which occurred Saturday where a
guardrail had been taken out.. He said it had been called to his attention that
the contractor who is installing the water lines had not replaced the warning
sign in that area. The City Engineer indicated that they are supposed to take
all necessary precautions in this regard, and that he will look into it.
Councilman Nordquist stated that he had noted in the Community Development Council
Minutes of May 26th that City Engineer, Leif Larson, has a proposal for the
Capital Improvements Program for 1976-to 1981. He requested-a.copy of this
for the Capital Improvements Committee Meeting this coming Thursday night.,
Mr. Larson said he will provide this to the Committee.
• Councilman Nordquist noted that a letter had been received from Cjief Degnin
of the South County Fire Department asking for a response from the City with
regard to mutual aid. Mr. Nordquist noted that Chief Cooper had sent the'
Council a memorandum last week stating,that we are manning Station 42 24 hours
a day and are responding into the Ballinger Area. Councilman Nordquist asked
the Mayor to respond to the letter notifying Chief Degnin of our intentions.
Mayor Harrison asked the M.A.A.-Ron Whaley to send Bill Hulbert a copy of the
proposed Undergrounding Ordinance.
Councilman Gellert noted that the Council members did not receive the material
for this meeting until Monday and asked why the delay, and said that he had been
informed that the City Clerk's Office was no".longer responsible for this.
Mr. Whaely said that a new procedure has been initiated whereby one person takes
care of all mail. He is a new employee and last Friday night was the first time
that he had been involved in this phase of the operation. However, he has now
been instructed and fully understands and it will not happen again.
Councilman Gellert then noted that the Council�Work Meeting Agendas were again
getting lengthy, and does not allow suffickb-nt discussion on items of particular
concern. He suggested that the agenda be closed the week before, except for
such things as setting dates for hearing.
Mayor Harrison stated that he had received an application for a Class "H" Liquor
License for the Golden Dragon Inn. The Police Chief reported that the applicants
have lived in the Seattle area for many years, none have police records and all
appear to be of good character. He recommended approval of applicants and
MOTION: location. COUNCILMAN ANDERSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN BRUNS TO APPROVE
THE'CLASS "H" LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION FOR THE GOLDEN DRAGON TNN. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Harrison said that he is having some difficulty in establishing some policy
with regard to outside training for employees. He said that in the past a policy
had been established tha-E we would limit college courses to one course -per quarter,
and if it was applicable to the persons job, the City would pay the tuition
provided the employee maintained a 2.0 average. The Mayor said that he has before
him a proposal by Herb Gilbo to attend the University of Puget Sound, Seattle
Campus, to obtain a masters degree in Public'Administration. It would be a
'total of 10 quarters at 1175.00 per quarter, at five credit hours per quarter.
The Mayor wondered at what point do we establish a limit on the expense of these
courses.` Following some council discussion, Mr. Gilbo explained the course he
wished to take and the days and hours he would like to attend. COUNCILMAN GELLERT
MOTION: THEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN BRUNS THAT THE COUNCIL ESTABLISH A POLICY
OF ENCOURAGING FURTHER EDUCATION IF SUCH EDUCATION HAS'A REASONABLE RELEVANCE
TO THE EMPLOYEES WORK OR NEEDS, THAT THE CITY TRY TO REIMBURSE UP TO FIVE CREDIT
HOURS PER QUARTER SUBJECT TO -BUDGET LIMITATIONS; AND,SUBJECT TO SUCCESSFUL
COMPLETION OF THE COURSE. Followingssome discussion, the MOTION CARRIED.
Rod Garretson said that he would like to address everyone as the Director of the
Edmonds Bicentennial Committee. He said that they are involved in planning the
activities for this year and next year and are planning a major kickoff day here
in early August. Mr. Garretson read a Pledge of Re -dedication which will be sent
via the Wagon Train that is traveling across the United States to Valley Forge,
Pennsylvania. He passed it around the Chambers so that everyone could sign it.
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Mr. Garretson said that three separate agencies are planning a Kickoff Ceremony
for both the bicentennial celebration of this community and also a commemoration
of the day of incorporation of this city. They are the Bocentennial Committee,
the South County Historical Society and the Old Settler's Organization. The
celebration will be the weekend of August 2 and 3rd. On Saturday there will be
a Founder's Day Ceremony at the monument in front of Edmonds Junior High School,
a parade with a historical theme, and following the parade there will be an
exhibit at the Junior High School Field of the antique muskets, etc.; a community
picnic at the Ctiy Park and at that point there will be exhibits of skills and
crafts, and concerts and games. On Sunday there will be a kite flying contest
at Brackett's Landing and they are hoping the Driftwood Players can come up with
an appropriate ceremony in commemoration of the Landing. At noon there will be
the Old Settler's Picnic, a box social sponsored by the South County Historical
Society and presentation to the City of its Bicentennial Flag and Certificate.
There will also be a speech by a Congressional Medal of Honor winner who lives
in Bellevue and a concert by the Senior Swingers and military bands, etc. As
a pledge and recognition of that d1-, the Bicentennial Committee requested that
the Mayor sign a Proclamation to the people of Edmohds which stated that the
Bicentennial Year offers the opportunity for a fresh commitment to the living
heritage of Edmonds, etc. He then presented this to the Mayor, who signed it.
Mr. Garretson then reminded the audience that President Ford has declared this
Saturday, June 14th as National Flag Day.
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Mr. Garretson then addressed the Mayor, Council and audience as the Parks and
Recreation Director, and stated that he had asked the City Attorney to draw a
resolution commending the principal, secretary and staff of the Edmonds Junior
High School for their services to the Ctiy and the citizens thereof. He read
MOTION: the resolution to everyone. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST THEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN •
WELLING TO PASS RESOLUTION #332. MOTION CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE
Mayor Harrison stated that he had received,a letter from Rod Garretan requesting
assistance withthe expenses for signs to be placed in Edmonds identifying the
City as a Bicentennial City. They are to be placed on 196th S. W. Edmonds
Way and Sunset and Main. The signs are $28.62 each. He askedthat the Council
place in his budget $100 to cover these expenses, and in the hipe that all future
MOTION: expenses can be met by their own fund-raising activities, COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST
MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON THAT WE ESTABLISH A FUND OF $100 FOR
BICENTENNIAL EXPENSES. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Harrison read a letter from the Puget Sound Governmental Conference
regarding representation, and stating that the City of Edmonds would be
entitled to two votes on Council of the PSGC. Discussion followed, and
no action was taken.
DISCUSSION WITW MOUNTLAKE TERRACE REPRESENTATIVES RE/228th-236TH UAB PROJECT
Mr. Bob Sheehan, City Councilman for Mountlake Terrace, said that he was present,
but not speaking for anyone but himself. He said that he was concerned about
the action taken by the Edmonds City Council with regard to the above -entitled
matter. Mr. Sheehan said that he would like some edification with regard to the
reasons for that action. Mr. Hennessey, the City Attorney and Carl Rautenberg,
the Acting City Manager and Doug Hotchkiss>r,another member of the Mountlake
Terrace City Council were all present. Councilman Andersori�responded by saying
that this project has been a very long time in the making, and subsequent changes
in the traffic pattern 'and some recent decisions by the Highway Department with
respect to opening up the 220th ramps, have pissibly-eliminated the need. There
is also a concern about whether or not the road connection will be completed..
Also, Councilman Anderson was concerned about the impact on Lake Ballinger
environmentally. He said that all these things have helped clarify his position.
Mr. Sheehan pointed out that he did not want to come hereto argue the pros and
cons in relation to the completion of this project, just to determine the reasons
for the action that was taken. Councilman Gelelrt commented that to him this
project no longer fits the definition of an urban arterial as a "roadway of
interurban benefit". He said that the citizens of Edmonds, particularly the
ones that live in that vicinity, seem to be rather unanimously opposed to :that
road; and it is further compounded by the fact that it is not going through.
General discussion followed with regard to funds expended on the project, the
history of the project from the beginning, the ramps, etc. Mr. Sheehan again
pointed out that he just wanted the reason for the action that was taken. City,
Attorney, John Wallace, said that one other reason for the action was that the
City of Mountlake Terrace did come to Edmonds asking for an additional contribution
of $23,000 in 1972. At that time the City was concerned about whether or not
the project would be completed, and asked for assurances. Written assurance was
received that the project would be completed in 1973. In reliance on that written
assurance, the City then did go forward and appropriate the $23,000, and then
unilaterally Mountlake Terrace has extended that into 1978. Mr. Wallace said
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there have been some changes in the width and alignment. Carl Rautenberg commented
that this route would be less detrimental to Lake Ballinger in regard to pollution.
He'said that their traffic engineer consultant has indicated to them that the
220th ramps have to affect on this particular road. Regarding the cost of the
project, he said that the $23,000 that Edmpnds committed itself to in 1972 is
still a current cost estimate for the completion of the Edmonds total contribution
only under the circumstances of the final roadway right-of-way be deeded to the
City of Mountlake Terrace. He then reviewed the events that have taken place
with regard to the ownership of that portion. There was some further discussion,
but no action was taken.
DISCUSSION MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY CLUB PROBLEM
Mr. Howard Boswell, president of the Maplewood Rock and Gem Club related the
history of the club and the building. He said that they rent out the building
for the purpose of kiiping up with the maintenance expenses for the building.
One-third of the maintenance costs are -realized this way. He said the first
complaint occurred last November when two parties got out of hand. The incidents
took place during two consecutive weeks, and was brought about by party crashers.
Prior to that time they had no.written rental agreement, but at the Club's
December meeting the rental agreement, a copy of which was presented to the City
Council this evening, was implemented. He said that since that time they have had
15 rentals, and only once has there been a complaint and that was for excessive
noise. Mr. Boswell said that if the club members had been notified, they would
have gotten out of bed and come down and asked the people to leave and/or called
the police. During discussion that followed, Councilman Gellert suggested the
possibility of a banquet permit. City Attorney, John Wallace, said that he and
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Chief Foster had discussed something along these lines and asked the Chief to
comment. Chief Foster stated that he had observed that the parking provided at
the club is not always properly utilized, and that if it was, perhaps some of
that problem could be solved. He did suggest that the club notify prospective
renters that if liquor is to served, that they will be required to get a
banquet permit. There was some general discussion with regard to this use
continuing in an RS Zone, some proposed noise controls, pprhaps someone from the
MOTION:
club being present during functions, etc. COUNCILMAN ANDERSON MOVED, SECONDED
BY COUNCILMAN GELLERT THAT THE ATTORNEY BE INSTRUCTED TO DRAW -,AN APPROPRIATE
ORDINANCE REQUIRING EACH LANDLORD OF THE HALL WHICH IS RENTED FOR PRIVATE OR
PUBLIC USE TO REQUIRE THEIR RENTERS TO OBTAIN A PERMIT FROM THE CITY CLERK AND
THAT IT INDICATE THE INFORMATION THAT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FEELS IS NECESSARY;
AND THAT THE FEE BE $5.00. MOTION CARRIED.
PETITION FOR IMPROVEMENT— PARADISE LANE
City Engineer, Leif Larson, recommended July lst for this discussion. A MOTION
MOTION: WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO PLACE
THIS ITEM ON THE JULY :1ST AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED.
REVIEW OR SENIOR CENTER PLANS
The City Engineer reported that the building connittee met yesterday and the
suggestion and recommendation of the connittee thatwe plan for the installation
of the elevator in view of the criteria now in public buildings for be:ing able
to take care of the handicapped. The estimate was around $20,000, and it was proposed
that we rough -in for the elevator in the location adjacent to the stairs with
additives for a complete elevator installation, which will be all subject to
final design and taking bids. They also make a motion for the installation of<,
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windows, however the architect has already designed windows in there. MR. Larson'rs
recommendation was to proceed with the $8,750 to do the additions on the second
floor, all 'subject to.staying within the money and authorizing the architect
and engineer to proceed on this basis. This is all subject to us finally getting
funds, and then before we go out for bid, we would have the plans for the Council's
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final review. A brief discussion followed. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED
BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO -GIVE AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED ON THE BASIS OF THE
BUILDING COMMITTEES RECOMMENDATION, SUBJECT TO RECEIPT OF FUNDS OF AUTHORIZATION
TO USE FEDERAL FUNDS. MOTION CARRIED.
APPRAISAL AND BID CALL ON 15TH S. W. STRIP OF LAND
Leif Larson reported that the city ordinance requires that whe we dispose of
city property in excess of $5100 that we go through the•bid procdure. He said
that an appraisal had been received in the amount of $2,856, which is based upon
85(t per square foot. The developer and his representative had gotten an appraisal
indicating $1,200 plus. Mr. Larson suggested proceeding with a bid date of
June 23rd, and if there is a question on the appraisal - get a third appraisal.
The City Attorney pointed out that.once the property is appraised, the Council
can set the bid price, but that it does not have to be the appraisal price.
Following some discussion, COUNCILMAN GELLERT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN
BRUNS THAT WE SET THE BID DATE FOR JUNE 23RD, AND SET A MINIMUM BID PRICE OF
$2,000. MOTION CARRIED WITH WELLING AND ANDERSON VOTING AGAINST.
FIRST READING:.:=;PROPOSED ADOPTION OF 1975 ELECTRICAL CODE
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Building Official, Harry Whitcutt, reported that this ordinance is for the purpose
of adopting the 1975 National Electrical Code and repealing two sections of the
Edmonds Building and Pluinbing Code. Wewould be deleting a portion regarding
guardrails, and a portion which permitted plastic plumbing in buildings over
two stories in height. Councilman Welling asked Mr. Whitcutt to bring something
next week that would justify the required use of GFCI in the City of Edmonds
and why we have to abandon the plastic plumbing over two stories. Mr. Whitcutt
said that the matter regarding thermal insulation has been refered to the
Code Committee for their study and they will give resolution to the Council.
SET DATE FOR HEARING: PRELIMINARY APPROVAL SHELL PARK PRD
MOTION: COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO SET THIS ITEM
ON THE AGENDA FOR JUNE:.I7TH. MOTION CARRIED.
SET DATE FOR HEARING: ON PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION #473 - DENIAL OF
PROPOSED"AMENDMENT TO ALLOW TAVERNS IN BN ZONE.
MOTION: COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TOSET THIS ITEM
FOR ACTION ON THE JUNE24TH AGENDA:.MOTION CARRIED.
SET DATE FOR HEARING: VIEW RIDGE 46
MOTION: COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO PLACE THIS ON THE
AGENDA FOR JUNE 24TH. MOTION CARR�ED. Councilman Gellert said that he would
like to have a map of the View Ridge Plat for the meeting, and also the Planning
Commission Minutes which refer to this item.
PARKING QUESTION
Dave Larson, reported what has taken place up to this point. He said that Wade
James had made a survey to come up with.the average parking spaces required for
off-street parking. They determined that this would come to one parking space
for every 500 to 600 feet. Mr. Larson asked the Council to instruct the staff
to set.this matter for hearing before the Planning Commission. He said that the
Parking Committee would plan on making a presentation and recommendations. It
is their hope that refinements would ome out of these discussions. Councilman
Gellert said that he would like to have input from the Planner. Mr. Larson
pointed out that the Planner has been sitting in on these meetings. Mr. Larson
said the Committee felt that if youhave large parking requirements, it is a
self-deafeating thing::as you encourage more vehicular traffic. There was also
discussion on phasing out the grandfather clause. Mr. James said another thing
the Committee had discussed was to revise therear yard setbacks in the BC Zone,"
thereby automatically giving us parking space along the alley. They also talked
about setting a policy that no curb crossings be allowed. COUNCILMAN GELLERT
MOVED THAT WE REFER TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIFICALLY THE REQUIREMENTS TO
SET HEARINGS REGARDING THE PARKING SITUATION TO INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PARKING DENSITY, REAR YARD REQUIREMENTS, THE PRESENT GRANDFATHER CLAUSE IN THE
ZONING CODE, THE QUESTION OF CURB CROSSINGS AND. THE QUESTION OF EMPLOYEE PARKING;
AND SAID HEARINGS SHOULD BEGIN WITH A PRESENTATION FROM THE AD HOC PARKING
COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
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Council acknowledged receipt of Claims for Damages from Phoenix and Gladys O'Toole;
Robert Clare and Darla M. Carpenter. These were referred to the City Clerk •
for processing.
There being no further business to come before council, the meeting was adjourned
at 11:00 PM.
IRENE VARNEY MORAN City Clerk H. H. HARRISON, Mayor
June 17, 1975
ROT.T. C AT.T.
The regular meeting of -the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor
Harve Harrison at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at the Edmonds Civic
Center. All council members were present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of June loth had been posted, mailed and distributed,
and with no omissions nor corrections, were approved as written.
OPERATION CLOSEUP
Mayor Harrison announced that some guests were present in the audience. There
were two students from Edmonds High School, Miss LeAnn Gould and Miss Janna
Cary, who were fortunate enough to attend Operation Closeup which is a week •