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BY COUNCILMAN NAUGHTEN, THAT THE COUNCIL SUPPORT THE ISSUANCE OF A BEER AND WINE LICENSE TO THE FIRST .
SERVE RACQUETBALL CLUB. Councilman Gould commented that he thought the hearing process was a good
one, noting that the Council's concerns usually focus on proximity to schools and young children and
nearby businesses and their operations. He did-riot::believe.the issuance of this license would be
detrimental, but he felt the Council had an obligation to watch it and cause it to be withdrawn if a
problem should develop. THE MOTION..CARRIED, WITH COUNCILMEN NORDQUIST AND KASPER VOTING NO.
HEARING ON CONTRACT REZONE FROM RS4 TO BN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 23107 100TH AVE. W.
File R-6-79 - Bryce Black
Ms. Block stated that the purpose of the proposed rezone was for a law office, and the applicants
were agreeing to use the site for -only professional offices or single family residential purposes.,
She felt this would be a transitional use between the residential and commercial zoning on either
side. She noted that the.Planning Commission had been concerned because this property is tangent to
single family zoning and had suggested that office hours be limited to something like 8:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m., five or six days a week. The public portion of the hearing was opened. Richard Breen of
1010 3th Ave. S., owner of.the property, said the intent was to get the property rezoned and then
possibly Bryce Black would again be interested in it. The property currently has a.rental house on
it and Mr. Black's intention had been to keep it so until he was ready to put an attorney's office
MOTION:
there. The public portion of the hearing was closed. COUNCILMAN CARNS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL-
WOMAN ALLEN, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 2102, APPROVING THE CONTRACT REZONE IN FILE R-6-79, AND THAT THE
MAYOR BE AUTHORIZED TO SIGN THE CONTRACT. Councilman Gould commented that the proposed zoning
change conformed to the Comprehensive Plan and the changes in the character and conditions of the
surrounding neighborhood justified the change. He felt the proposed change was consistent with the
general criteria for rezones. THE MOTION CARRIED.
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REVIEW OF TEMPORARY STREET USE PERMIT - CLAIRE'S PANTRY
Public Works Director Fred Herzberg stated that the owner of Claire's"Pantr �.was:,raegotiating with
MOTION:
Mr. Hubbard for space to place the dumpsters. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN
HERB, TO CONTINUE THIS MATTER FOR 30 DAYS. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN, WITH COUNCIL MEMBERS NORDQUIST,
HERB, GOULD, CARNS, AND NAUGHTEN VOTING YES, AND WITH COUNCIL MEMBERS KASPER AND ALLEN VOTING NO.
MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION:
REVIEW OF. PLACING POLITICAL SIGNS IN PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
Councilwoman Allen commented that to bring this up before a group of politicians was rather ludicrous,
and she suggested a public hearing would be more appropriate. Councilman Gould felt the signs
should be allowed. Councilman'Carns felt campaign signs stimulated interest in an election and he
felt things should be done to increase awareness of elections. COUNCILMAN GOULD MOVED,,SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN CARNS, THAT THE CITY ATTORNEY BE INSTRUCTED TO DRAFT AN AMENDMENT TO THE SIGN ORDINANCE
TO PERMIT POLITICAL SIGNS IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR SHORT PERIODS; E.G., 30 DAYS BEFORE AND 10
DAYS AFTER AN ELECTION. MOTION CARRIED.
There was no further business to come before the Council, and the meeting was adjourned at 11:50 p.m.
IRENE VARNEY MORAN, C ty Clerk
November 27, 1979
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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 Pro tem
Ray Gould.in the Council Chambers of the Edmonds Civic Center. All present joined in the flag
salute.
PRESENT
Ray Gould, Mayor
Bill Kasper
Katherine Allen
John Nordquist
Larry Naughten
ABSENT
Pro tem Harve Harrison,
Mayor
Mike Herb
Tom Carns
STAFF PRESENT
Charles Dibble, M.A.A.
Fred Herzberg, Public Works'Director
John LaTourelle, Community Devel.'Dir.
Irene Varney Moran, City Clerk
Marlo Foster, Police Chief
Jack Weinz, Fire Chief
Art Housler, Finance Director
Jim Adams, City Engineer
Mary Lou Block, Acting Plan. Div. Mgr.
Jim Jessel, Parks & Rec. Div. Mgr.
Felix deMello, Bldgs. & Grounds Supt.
Bob Franklin, Tech. Studies Engr.
Peggy Walton, Arts Coordinator
John Wallace, City Attorney
Jackie Parrett, Deputy City Clerk
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OATH OF OFFICE
City Attorney John Wallace administered the oath of office to William J. Kasper who in the
recent election was elected to fill the Council position vacated by Phil Clement. Administration
of the oath was followed by tumultuous applause.
CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION: Items (B), (C), (E), and (G) were removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED,
SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ALLEN, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED.
The approved portion of the Consent Agenda included the following:
(A) Roll cal1.
(D) Approval of Edmonds Arts Commission's Arts Assistance Grants.
(F) Setting date of December 18, 1979 for hearing on Shorelines Management Permit for
' retail, restaurant, and office space at southwest corner of Admiral Way and Dayton
St. (File SM-7-79 -- Brackett's Landing, Inc.)
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 20, 1979 [Item (B) on Consent Agenda]
The Minutes of November 20, 1979 were received by the Council this evening, so approval was
postponed until the next meeting.
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN LEASE/PURCHASE.AGREEMENT FOR COPY MACHINES [Item (C) on Consent
Agenda
Councilwoman Allen asked whether the lease agreement figures were reflected in the budget. •
MOTION: This was discussed, following which COUNCILWOMAN ALLEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN NAUGHTEN,
TO APPROVE ITEM (C) ON THE CONSENT AGENDA, SUBJECT TO THE BUDGET FIGURES AGREEING WITH THE
LEASE AGREEMENT. MOTION CARRIED, WITH COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST VOTING NO.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION TO LEASE POLICE VEHICLES [Item (E) on Consent Agenda]
Councilman Nordquist said he was always interested when leasing is proposed as opposed to
purchasing. He noted that when you lease instead of purchasing there is usually a penalty if
you overdo the mileage. Police Chief Marlo Foster responded that there will be no penalty, but
the more miles that are put on a car the lesser chance the owner can re -lease the car and give
the City credit for the excess money. He said, however, that it is difficult for the City to
get the value out of selling a car when finished with it. He expected to save approximately
$500 per unit in the two-year lease period, and he noted that this was proposed as a testing
phase and the savings will be kept in reserve in case it is decided to go back to a purchase
plan. It was noted that it is now more difficult to sell used cars than it used to be. Chief
Foster said the used patrol cars are very marketable except for the mileage. COUNCILMAN NAUGHTEN
MOTION: MOVED.TO APPROVE THE CONCEPT OF LEASING POLICE VEHICLES. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST SECONDED THE
MOTION, ON THE CONDITION THAT THE SITUATION IS EXAMINED AFTER THE FIRST PACKAGE HAS ELAPSED.
Mayor Pro tem Gould suggested that the decision on the second half of the fleet not be made for
two years, instead of in one year, as it will be that long before the residual is determined on
the first package. THE MOTION CARRIED.
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR JOHN LaTOURELLE [Item (G) on -
Consent Agenda
Councilman Naughten asked how many hours Mr. LaTourelle would be required to put in at the
City. He was told that Mr. LaTourelle would be at the City two days a week and for any necessary •
meetings, including the City Council meetings. He will be on call for other meetings and will
be available by telephone. Mr. LaTourelle added that he had done a considerable amount of
consultation on the telephone during the past three weeks. Councilman Nordquist was uncomfortable
with the contract inasmuch as the budget was not yet finalized. He suggested that this matter
be postponed until after the budget hearing, but he was advised that this contract would only
be effective through 1979. He noted that the contract did not say that. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST
MOTION: MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ALLEN, THAT PARAGRAPH 6 OF THE PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH
JOHN-LaTOURELLE BE AMENDED TO STATE THAT THE AGREEMENT WILL TERMINATE DECEMBER 31, 1979, AND
THAT THE MAYOR BE AUTHORIZED TO SIGN THE AMENDED CONTRACT. MOTION CARRIED.
MAYOR
Mayor Pro tem Ray Gould noted that Doug Gerbing had been interviewed by the Council this evening
for consideration in filling a Park Board vacancy. Mayor Pro tem Gould now nominated Mr.
MOTION: Gerbing to fill that position, as recommended by Mayor Harrison. COUNCILMAN NAUGHTEN MOVED,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST, TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF DOUG GERBING TO POSITION 4 ON
THE PARK BOARD, TERM TO EXPIRE SEPTEMBER 19, 1982. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Pro tem Gould called attention to a memo from the Public Works Director stating the cost
of constructing a bench for the taxi stand on Dayton St. would be $150. Mr. Herzberg said the
MOTION: funds could be taken from the Buildings and Grounds budget. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED
BY COUNCILMAN NAUGHTEN, THAT AUTHORIZATION BE GIVEN TO CONSTRUCT A BENCH FOR THE TAXI STAND, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $150, FUNDS TO COME FROM THE'PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT BUDGET, AS DETERMINED BY THE
DIRECTOR. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Pro tem Gould noted that Councilman Nordquist had suggested that the Council have a
meeting over breakfast or dinner to discuss meeting format for the future and the Council's
hopes and expectations for the next few years. It was determined that a breakfast meeting
would be held at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, December 8, at the Pancake Haus if possible. The Staff
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was advised that it would not be necessary that they attend.. The City Clerk will make the proper
notifications to the media. Mayor Pro tem Gould -asked that each Council.member send him a listing
of the kinds of things he or she would like to discuss at that meeting. It was further determined
that the Council will meet at 9:00, December 15, to look again at SR524 with regard to the right-of-
way discussion scheduled for December 18.
COUNCIL
Councilman Nordquist asked the City Attorney whether a person would"have to vacate his position as
Mayor or a Council member to run for the County Council. City Attorney John Wallace responded that
a Mayor or Council member may run while still in office. He added that he would examine the provisions
of the County charter and further advise the Council.
Mayor Pro tem Gould thanked Mr. Herzberg for the research accomplished regarding the suggested use
of gasohol in City vehicles. The report indicated there were some problems, and the recommendation
was negative at this time.
APPROVAL OF 1% FOR ART PROJECT - ANDERSON-CENTER STAINED GLASS WINDOW
Arts Coordinator Peggy Walton stated that 17 proposals had been received for the $3,200 stained
glass project. She introduced Michael Kennedy whose proposal had been selected by the Jury, and she
displayed a drawing of the design and a sample of the stained glass. Mr.. Kennedy said he was looking
MOTION: forward to doing the project which will be a 6'x 6' panel in a wood frame. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST
MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN KASPER, TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH
MICHAEL KENNEDY FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,200. MOTION CARRIED.
• REVIEW MATTER OF REQUEST FOR TRAFFIC LIGHT AT 226TH ARID EDMONDS WAY
Public Works Director Fred Herzberg reported that the State currently is preparing a study of this
matter and when it is complete the Council will be advised. He said he had no further information
at this time except that the Sherwood PTA.meeting of November 14 had reflected public support for a
traffic light.
DISCUSSION ON SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT
Public Works Director Fred Herzberg reported that an informational meeting for the Meadowdale area
people will be held November 30, at 8:00 p.m., in the Meadowdale Community Club. Council members
Allen and Nordquist will attend. Technical Studies Engineer Bob,Franklin gave a presentation to
help formulate a position statement for an SRC public hearing on December 6. He listed several
alternatives suggested by the consultant and stated the consultant's recommendation was Alternative
4, that Snohomish County be the lead agency for the county, organized under RCW 36.89. It was
recommended that the initial management efforts be limited to an "urban service area" (the west part
of the county). The lead agency would pursue four initial tasks: (1) Set up administrative structure;
(2) Begin developing uniform codes and guidelines; (3) Begin identifying critical areas and appropriate
actions within such areas; and (4)'Approach cities asking for interlocal agreements for basin planning.
The initial phase would call for a "Drainage Basin Master Program" containing: (l).Physical design
element; (2) Operational element; (3) Financial element; and (4) Policy making element. The Public
Works Department was in agreement that Snohomish County was the logical lead agency for the county.
Councilwoman Allen noted that the Technical Advisory Committee also had recommended that alternative.
MOTION:
COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ALLEN, TO SUPPORT ALTERNATIVE 4 AS PRESENTED
THIS -EVENING-BY, MR. FRANKLIN. ,..•MOT.I,ON CARRIED. :
Mayor Pro tem Gould announced that there would be an Executive Session following this evening's
meeting, to discuss a .personnel- matter., .
DISCUSSION RE 1980 BUDGET
M.A.A. Dibble reported that he had met with the Mayor of Woodway and a Council Member to discuss the
fire protection contract figures, and after discussion they realized the amount proposed by Edmonds
is a fair figure.
There was.some discussion regarding the work order system, and Mayor Pro tem Gould requested that a
report be provided'at the budget meeting showing what has been done and what is yet to be done on
the work order system.
The Council members were asked if they had any items they wished to be considered in the budget.
Councilman Nordquist noted that there had been a request -for five additional policemen, and he
suggested that three.would be'adequate. Councilwoman Allen noted that if it were three, two could
come on in�April and one in June, which would give a full complement as summer approaches -and at the
same time would be an aid to the budget.. Councilman Nordquist added that he was not -sure five
policemen could be hired for the figure proposed, and it may be that only three could be.added for
that figure. Councilman Nordquist also stated that he was not pleased with the organization chart
presented. He was not satisfied with the organization of the Planning Department, noting that there
is now a lul-1 in building which should give more time to work on planning and new projects. He'said
he would like to retain a position within that department. Mayor Pro tem Gould said he had that
same concern. Councilman Nordquist further stated that the organization chart indicated that they
were working toward -a direct response to the Office of the Mayor, and as a part-time Mayor, he
should not be put in the position of a full-time planner. Councilman Nordquist also said he was not
happy with the organization of'the Mayor's office in that there were secretaries with secretaries.
He felt that area was overstaffed and overbudgeted.
Mayor Pro tem Gould said he was concerned about Seaview Park, feeling the neighborhood there could
be helped.
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Councilwoman Allen had two concerns. She noted that most departments have a "miscellaneous"
item and she was concerned about lack of control there. She suggested that all items labeled
"miscellaneous," including seminars and workshops, be included in the Council Contingency Fund
and be disbursed through purchase orders. She noted that the total amount was approximately
$18,528. She said if there were a finance overseeing committee then purchase orders would be
obligatory and would have to be approved by the Council before the warrants were issued, the
Auditing Committee being the approving agency. She said she also would like to see "Professional
Services" put into the Council Contingency Fund to be disbursed with purchase orders. She
noted items on pages 6, 11, 12, 14, 16, 30, 42, and 72, totaling $17,650, which she included in
this group. She was advised that those were primarily for hiring consultants. Mayor Pro tem
Gould responded to her suggestions that .the Council is primarily a policy formulating and
ordinance formulating group, and that they should not get into the day-to-day operation of the
City Staff.. He felt that responsibility should be with the department heads, and he suggested
that her concern may go back to the question of organization. She said, however, that these
things are not delineated in the budget and there are $17,000 of expenses for professional
services and $18,000 of expenses for miscellaneous, and that is a lot of "subscriptions, dues,
and registrations." Councilman Nordquist added that the format suggested by Councilwoman.Allen
is used by the Health Board and the Community Bus Board and also had been used previously in
the City. He said it should be incumbent on the Auditing Committee to let the department heads
know what it will approve, and although they did not have the time to approve every item the
overall concept was good. Mayor Pro tem Gould commented that if it was really understood what
the miscellaneous funds were for and what the professional services funds were for, then that
hurdle could be overcome.. Councilwoman Allen then suggested that they look seriously at holding
back on any purchases of machinery until they hear the Ernst & Ernst report. That will be
heard December 11.
Councilman Kasper was concerned about water retention and asked what monies were budgeted for
it. Mr. Herzberg responded that Mr. Franklin's salary plus $30,000 for minor repairs were
budgeted. Councilman Kasper noted that this has been a critical item in the past year, and he
suggested an increase of $1 in sewer charges could develop the revenue to get at the problems.
Mayor Pro tem Gould noted also that there had been some discussion in the past regarding a bond
issue to accomplish this. Mr. Herzberg said he did not have a solution as yet but planned to
put something together early in the year. It was decided to schedule for April 1 an identification
of the projects and the amounts.
Councilman Naughten asked about the traffic light at Sherwood, if approved, and whether that
would be in the 1980 budget. Mr. Herzberg said it was not now in the budget but,'if warranted,
would be. He referred to page 131 and said the $50,000 would have to be found there (FAM 110
money and 1/2¢ gas tax).
Councilman Naughten referred to page 116, Treatment Plant, and noted $75,671 under "Miscellaneous"
which he asked to be explained. Mr. Herzberg said that is for services rendered by the other
support areas of the City Staff to the utility.
Finance Director Art Housler called attention, in relation to resurfacing the tennis courts at
the play field, to the fact that the insurance carrier had criticized the City several times
regarding the condition of the courts. Mayor Pro tem Gould asked for a breakdown of the costs
for resurfacing.
There was no further business to come before the Council, and the meeting adjourned to Executive
Session at 9:25 p.m.
IRENE VARNEY MORAN C' C1ev rk Java
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The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:35 p.m. by Mayor Harve
Harrison in the Council Chambers of the Edmonds Civic Center. All present joined in the flag salute.
PRESENT ABSENT
STAFF PRESENT
Harve Harrison, Mayor Mike Herb
Charles Dibble, M.A.A.
Bill Kasper
Fred Herzberg, Public Works Director
Katherine Allen
John LaTourelle, Community Development Dir.
John Nordquist
Irene Varney Moran, City Clerk
Ray Gould
Marlo Foster, Police Chief
Tom Carns
Dan Prinz, Asst. Police Chief
Larry Naughten
Jack Weinz, Fire Chief
Art Housler, Finance Director
Jim Adams, City Engineer
Mary Lou Block, Acting Planning Div. Mgr.
Bob Franklin, Tech. Studies Engineer
Felix deMello, Bldgs. & Grounds Supt.
Jim Jessel, Parks & Recreation Div. Mgr.
Wayne Tanaka, City Attorney
Jim Murphy, City Attorney
Jackie'Parrett, Deputy City Clerk
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