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19820126 City Council MinutesJanuary 26, 1982 - Work Meeting • The regular meeting of the Edmonds City.Council was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Council President Bill Kasper in the Council Chambers of the Edmonds Civic Center., All present joined in the flag salute. Mayor Harrison arrived shortly after the opening of the meeting and conducted the meeting from that time. PRESENT STAFF PRESENT Harve Harrison, Mayor Jack Mitchell, Public Works Superintendent Bill Kasper Jim Adams, City Engineer Katherine Allen Irene Varney Moran, City Clerk Jo -Anne Jaech Mary Lou Block, Planning Director Laura Hall Art Housler, Finance Director Ray Gould Dan Prinz, Assistant Police Chief Larry Naughten Jack Weinz, Fire Chief John Nordquist Jim Jessel, Parks & Recreation Director Wayne Tanaka, City Attorney Mark Eames, City Attorney Jackie Parrett, Deputy City Clerk CONSENT AGENDA Item (B) was removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER NAUGHTEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL - MEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The approved items on the Consent Agenda included the following: (A) Roll call. (C) Report on gasoline situation at Public Works pumps. APPROVAL.OF MINUTES OF JANUARY'19,' 1982 [Item (B) on Consent Agenda] Councilmember Nordquist removed this. item from the Consent Agenda. He had no corrections to the minutes but referred to the item on page 8 about the procedures for purchase of furniture for the new library. He wished some further discussion of this item and, therefore, COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO ADD THAT TO THE END OF THIS EVENING'S AGENDA: MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Nordquist again brought up the posting of the hearing about parking re- strictions on 76th Ave. W. which was reported on page 3 of the minutes. He thought the item had not been posted as he found a.posting there this evening of the previous meeting on that item which had not been held. City Clerk Irene -Varney Moran stated that she had sent someone to report when Councilmember Nordquist previously stated there were no postings; but on arrival that person found the proper postings in place, and Mrs. Moran subsequently sent Councilmember Nordquist a map indi- cating exactly where the postings were located. She said if the postings were not still in place, a week after the hearing, they probably had been removed, possibly by children. COUNCILMEMBER NAUGHTEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER GOULD, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 19, 1982, ITEM (B) ON THE CONSENT AGENDA. Councilmember Gould advised that during the Council portion of the agenda he would propose an amendment to the In -Lieu Parking Ordinance which was reported on page 7 of the.minutes. MOTION CARRIED. MAYOR Mayor Harrison asked for confirmation of his appointment of Lloyd Black to the Board of Appeals. Mr. Black had been interviewed by the Council before this evening's meeting. COUNCILMEMBER NORD- QUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NAUGHTEN, TO CONFIRM THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF LLOYD BLACK TO POSTION 2 ON THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TERM TO.EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 1985. MOTION CARRIED. Council - member Jaech noted that she had asked Mr. Black some questions regarding conflict of interest and he had mentioned Bob Pantley who is a relative by marriage and said if.any of Mr. Pantley's items should come up he would excuse himself from hearing the item. DISCUSSION OF WATER/SEWER RATES REGARDING RATE STRUCTURE FOR SINGLE FAMILY UNITS AND APARTMENTS This item was postponed to February 9, 1982 at the request of the Mayor as the Finance Director and he are pursuing further study to establish an equitable system.' Councilmember Gould noted that City Attorney Mark Eames had written an excellent letter reviewing the legal parameters within which a city must operate when setting sewer rates. Mr. Eames briefly reviewed what he had written, and Councilmember Gould noted that the issue will.be whether apartment dwellers are different from single family dwellers. Mayor Harrison said they currently were analyzing the four -month water usage in the summer period to see if they can come up with a.percentage of the water that goes into the ground, and they will be comparing not only single family_ households and apartments but also single person households. DISCUSSION OF RECOMMENDATION FROM SUNSET AVE. PARKING COMMITTEE Planning Director Mary Lou Block introduced the nembers ofthe committee who were present. She said that after discussing a number of alternative solutions their recommendation was to accomplish a reduction in total parking spaces by the use of low planters, about 40' in length, at 66' intervals, which would reduce.the total number of spaces from 60 to approximately 37.and would discourage large groups of.cars from congregating along the street. Burlington Northern Railroad will donate rail- road ties for the planter boxes, and the total cost for sand and plant materials should not exceed $1,000. It would be the intent to have the planters in place by the first of May. A diagram of the parallel parking concept.was provided. Dave Crow said the proposal had been discussed with the Sunset Ave. residents and the consensus was that it would cut the parking in half and therefore cut the problem in half. He said the planters will not be fastened down, so if it does not work out r1 LJ 39 • January 26, 1982 - continued they'can be removed. The planters. were proposed to be 9' wide, and it was suggested that the width be reduced to 7' to.allow more street area. Councilmember Naughten thought this appeared to be too permanent aesolution for a temporary problem, but since the planters could be removed he was amenable .to the plan. Councilmember--Gould thought.it appeared to'be an easy solution, inexpensive, and easy to.remove, but he agreed -.that the 7' width would be preferable. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER i0 ACCEPT THE CONCEPT. MOTION CARRIED. DISCUSSION OF CHANGING THE FEES FOR LAND USE APPLICATIONS Planning Director Mary Lou Block reported that the Council Finance Committee at its January 12, 1982 meeting recommended a general increase in the application fees, favoring a.10% increase with the Amounts rounded to the the nearest five dollars. They also concurred on the need for a fee for setback adjustments, a lower charge for Conditional Use Permits if heard by the staff, and making the cost of appraisal for.a street vacation the responsibility of the applicant. The Finance Director had indicated.that adoption of the proposed fees would create.. a 1982 revenue increase of $1,500. A listing of the proposed new fees, as well as the current fees, was provided. Council - member Hall thought it was good that the applicant would be paying the apprasisal fee in a street . vacation, and she asked why the Conditional Use Permit fee would be reduced. Ms. Block explained that in some cases, such as in small child care occupations, it is no longer necessary that the Hearing Examiner hear the matter, so -the cost to the applicant will.be reduced.accordingly. COUNCIL - MEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER GOULD., TO ADOPT THE PROPOSAL WITH THE MODIFICATION THAT ANY ACQUISITION COST CHARGED BY THE COUNCIL FOR STREET VACATIONS WOULD BE REDUCED BY THE COST OF THE VACATION AND APPRAISAL FEES PAID BY THE APPLICANT, AND THAT THE CITY ATTORNEY BE INSTRUCTED TO'DRAFT AN ORDINANCE TO THAT EFFECT. MOTION CARRIED. APPROVAL OF COMPREHENSIVE PARKS AND RECREATION PLAN As Parks and Recreation Director Jim Jessel reported that the IAC, which is funding the Dayton St. Park project, requires annual City Council approval of the comprehensive plans, so he provied the updated plan for review and approval. The PAB previously had reviewed and approved the document. The Council had requested a review of the capital improvement program projects, and Mr. Jessel reviewed those that are funded or high priority projects, as well as those that are not funded. Council - member Gould noted that the Lynnwood Rotary is giving $2,000 to Frances Murphy for the Brackett's Landing interpretive panel project. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NAUGHTEN, TO INSTRUCT THE'CITY ATTORNEY TO DRAFT AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE COMPREHENSIVE PARKS AND RECREATION PLAN. MOTION CARRIED. REPORT FROM ENGINEER ON 1990 TRANSPORTATION PLAN City Engineer Jim Adams stated that the 1990 Transportation Plan is a study prepared.by a consulting engineering firm for the Snohomish Subregional Council of the Puget Sound Council of Governments. The only proposed project in Edmonds was entitled "76th Ave. W. from SR 104 to 19Eth St. S.W.," although it also was indicated that Edmonds needs a traffic light at Five Corners. The scope of work is to remove all on -street parking by upgrading channelization and signals; the preliminary cost estimate is $143,000, to be scheduled in 1982. Edmonds would be the responsible agency for funding but this project is not included in the budget or in Edmonds' Six -Year Transportation Improvement Plan. Mr. Adams recommended that the Council approve the plan as.a regional plan and that it be kept in mind as Edmonds does.its own improvements, but he said there will be some other priorities in Edmonds' Six -Year Transportation Plan. It was noted that approval would only be an endorsement as a general policy whereas Edmonds would coordinate with all the other agencies,in South County. COUNCILMEMBER NAUGHTEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, THAT THE CITY ATTORNEY BE REQUESTED TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 1990 TRANSPORTATION PLAN. Councilmember Gould noted that the resolution.should follow the sample resolution provided and should include the City's concerns. MOTION CARRIED.. , QUESTIONS ON FEBRUARY 2, 1982 AGENDA ITEMS Regarding the "Review of Public Works Organization," Councilmember Nordquist asked who would lead the review. It was determined that the Mayor will give a report as to how the current organization is functioning. Regarding the "Hearing on.Hearing Examiner Recommendation on Height Variance for Snohomish County PUD #1 at 260 4th Ave. S.," Planning Director Mary Lou Block reported that the PUD is redesigning and will not need a variance, so.that item will be dropped. At this time Mayor Harrison called for an Executive Session following this evening's meeting re- garding a legal matter. Councilmember Allen asked that a personnel matter also be discussed. PURCHASE OF FURNITURE FOR NE14 LIBRARY Councilmember Nordquist said the bid for the freestanding shelves.was.approximately $22,000, about .$8,000 less than projected. The question arose as to the Council's intent as to use of the meeting room in the new library building and there was a difference of opinion as to what had been decided. It was agreed that next week the Council would get a summary report of the previous actions as to Council use of the library meeting room. COUNCIL Councilmember Gould stated that at last week's meeting the Council took some action regarding the In -Lieu Parking Ordinance and after the meeting Ms..Block.had asked him if the Council would give some consideration to modifying the action to make it more workable, easier for the staff, and simpler for the people. The suggested concept was to -.allow -the Staff to approve in -lieu parking up to five spaces; even though the total number is over eleven: COUNCILMEMBER GOULD MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, THAT THE IN -LIEU PARKING ORDINANCE BE"AMENDED SO THE PLANNING DIRECTOR MAY January 26, 1982 - continued • APPROVE IN -LIEU PARKING UP TO FIVE SPACES WHEN THE TOTAL IS.ELEVEN OR MORE. MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Jaech asked for clarification as to whether there will be corner parks in the remodel project at 5th and Dayton (the old Family Foods building). It was her impression that the developer had been willing to do this but for some reason it was changed. The question also arose again regarding wheelchair ramps for that intersection. City Engineer Jim Adams stated that all four corners will have wheelchair ramps and,the remodeled corner.will incorporate such a ramp in its plan. The Planning Director will report on the status of the corner parks for that remodel. Councilmember Jaech stated she still would like to see an M.A.A. hired. Councilmembers Gould and Nordquist expressed the same sentiment. Councilmember Hall had received a letter from the Sno-King'Special Recreation Program thanking the City for the funds it budgeted for that program. J Councilmember Hall said the Library Board -is planning a dedication ceremony for the new library and they asked for a liaison person from the Council. Councilmember Hall was so designated. Council - member Allen suggested that the -City Council contribute for the cost of refreshments for the ceremony. Councilmember Nordquist read a letter from Kevin McLaughlin of.the Boys' Club commending the instal- lation of the new lights at the playfield. * Councilmember Nordquist asked what progress had been made on annexation contacts at the Toyota and McDonald's areas. Councilmembers individually will work on this. Council President Kasper suggested that the Council move back to the rostrum for work meetings because it is difficult for the Staff and the audience to hear the discussion from the work table. This was agreeable to the Council. Councilmember Allen referred toa memorandum regarding Senate Bill 4603 regarding Community Re- . development Financing which would make it possible for local governments to provide public improve- ments which would then be paid for through the increased,taxes available from benefitting private development. COUNCILMEMBER NAUGHTEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER ALLEN, TO ENDORSE THE PRO- POSAL, AND THAT THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT WRITE A LETTER STATING THAT THE CITY OF EDMONDS ENDORSES THE CONCEPT. MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Allen said a letter had been received from Gwen Leland stating that she cannot serve as Student Representative to the Council. A new representative will be appointed. Councilmember Allen noted that .the Washington Finance Officers' Association wants to bring its 1989 annual conference of the Municipal Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada to the greater Seattle area and is asking for community support. COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NAUGHTEN, TO INSTRUCT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO DRAFT A RESOLUTION AS REQUESTED. MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Allen noted that some letters had gone out to people at Five Corners whose signs are not according to.Code. Councilmember Allen had met with the Intergovernmental Shared Services Committee and said every community in South County was represented. Three items were suggested for study --disaster planning, data processing, and equipment repair. Edmonds was asked as a city to have Mr. Housler and Mr. Adams convene committees regarding these items. Mayor Harrison stated that Jack Mitchell would also be involved. Councilmember Allen wished to discuss the Port/City parking lot. Councilmembers Kasper, Naughten, and Nordquist left the Council Chambers as they have in the past because they have family members employed by Pantley's restaurant. Councilmember Allen said she had met with Gordon Maxwell as requested by the Council and they had come up with one amendment to the proposed agreement. The amendment states that the easterly two.rows of parking spaces shall be reserved for the exclusive use of fishing pier patrons, people using Port property, and people using the Dayton St. Park and beach between May 1 and October l of each year; and between October 1 and May 1 such spaces may be used by the general public. She said the only other changes were such that would make the language consistent with this change. She said the City also would be obligated to provide some of the patrolmen for that particular time from May to October. City Attorney Wayne Tanaka added that the agreement reads that the rentals from the Pantley lease would go to the Port and they would deduct costs of enforcement, sweeping, etc., -and then the City and Port would divide the balance. He also noted that under this draft the City would agree not to partition the property for the life of the fishing pier, which basically would be forever. COUNCILMEMBER ALLEN MOVED THAT THE MAYOR BE IN- STRUCTED TO SIGN THIS AGREEMENT FOR'PARKING WITH THE PORT AND THAT IT WOULD NOT INCLUDE THE ADDENDUM REGARDING THE PARKING DECK,.ONLY THE AGREEMENT FOR PARKING, EXCLUSIVE OF THE ADDENDUM. THE MOTION FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. The Council wished to study the documents more thoroughly and to have it signed next week if acceptable. There was no further business to come before the Council, and the meeting adjourned to Executive Session at 9:40 p.m. 7/ IRENE VARNEY MORAN, Citd Clerk HARVE H. HARRISON, Mayor 1 1 C� 1 *See Amendment - February 2, 1982 0