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The Edmonds City Council Special Work Meeting was cal ed to order at 7:00 p m. by Mayor Barba
Fahey in the Library Plaza Room, 650 Main Street, followed I by the flag salute. - ra
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Barbara Fahey, Mayor
Dave Earling, Council President
John Nordquist, Councilmember
Roger L. Myers, Councilmember
Dick Van Hollebeke, Councilmember
Gary Haakenson, Councilmember
Thomas A. Miller, Councilmember
ABSENT
Jim White, Councilmember
STAFFPRESENT
Michael Springer; Fire Chief
Robin Hickok Police Chief
Paul Mar, Community Services Director
Art Housler, Administrative Services Director
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
APkROVAL OF A
COUNCILMEMMER VAN HOLLEBEHE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MYERS, FOR APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED- MOTION CARRIED. ,
COUNCILMEMBER VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER.
MYERS, FOR APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The agenda
items approved are as follows:
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUT ES OF APRIL 22,1997
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #15181 THRU #17100 FOR THE WEEK OF
APRIL 21,1997, IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,81OA4
A APPROVAL OF FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW REGARDING A
CLOSED RECORD APPEAL HELD ON MARCH 25,1997, ON THE DECISION Wy THE
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD To APPROVE AN APPLICATION BY TEE PORT
OF EDMONDS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW COVERED MOORAGE
STRUCTURES AND FLOATS TO REPLACE DAMAGED STRUCTURES IN THE PORT
MARINA WHICH IS GENERALLY LOCATED AT 336. ADMIRAL WAY (Appellant:
Robert Van Citters Jr. & Roy NcCorchuck / Applicant: Port of Edmonds. File Nos. ADB-
'Oi-6 nd AP-97-15)
Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes
April 29,1997
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i serlices Council President Earling explained the Council felt it was necessary to hold a workshop meeting to
Z review issues that took place at the end of last year surrounding the disposition of the Medic 7 Program
< and to lay the groundwork for flirther consideration of this issue, including budget implications for next
LUI year. Although interest had been expressed regarding an opportunity for public comment this evening,
he explained this was intended to be a workshop for the Council. He noted Mayor Fahey will be
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U.1 01� Cordova, Mountlake Terrace City Council and current Medic 7 Board Chair; Connie Fessler, Mountlake
Terrace City Manager and a member of the Medic 7 Transport Fee Taskforce; Tom Petruzzi, former
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Z I-- Councilmember Haakenson, who replaced Mr. Petruzzi on the Medic 7 Board, expressed his appreciation
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0 Edmonds Fire Chief Michael Springer described the history of the Edmonds Fire Department,
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the first full-time employees were hired. At that time, transports were handled by a private ambulance
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W cn� Department established aid and transport service using a 1965 Ford Station Wagon. In 1973, Fire
Fighters were trained and certified as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), a first response level. At
that time, aid cars were used for transports to Stevens Hospital as well as medical facilities in Seattle. In
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1979, the Medic 7 Program began with one paramedic vehicle, staffed 24 hours a day and two
paramedics, based at Stevens Hospital. At that time, the tiered response, Basic Life Support (BLS) and
Advance Life Support (ALS), also began and continues today.
In November 1979, the first 6-year EMS levy ($0.25/$1,000 assessed valuation) was passed in Edmords
with 83% approval. In 1985, a second 6-year EMS levy was passed. In 1990, the Washington State
Legislature raised the cap to $0.501$1,000; Edmonds was levying $0.25/$1,000 at that time. In 1991, a
third 6-year EMS levy failed; however, the Council maintained EMS service via alternative funding until
a $0.41/$1,000 EMS levy was passed in 1992 with a 94% approval. Edmonds City Council action
0 capped the levy at $0.45/$1,000.
In 1993, a second half-time paramedic vehicle with two paramedics was established. In 1996, South
Snohomish County Fire District I announced their plans to withdraw from the Medic 7 program at the
beginning of 1997. In 1997, Fire District I maintained a partial service area for Medic 7 response and a
one year funding adjustment was made. Also in 1997, a fee for Medic 7 transport was established by the
Medic 7 Board. Further, the Paramedic Mutual Aid agreement was enacted, and a contract for Edmonds
Fire Department to Provide paramedic services to the unincorporated Esperance area was established.
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Subject: APPROVAL OF FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW REG,
RECORD APPEAL HELD ON MARCH 25,1997, ON THE DECIS�ON BY THI
DESIGN BOARD TO APPROVE AN APPLICATION BY THE PORT OF ED]
THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW COVERED MOORAGE STRUCTURES
REPLACE DAMAGED STRUCTURES IN THE PORT MARINA WHIC
LOCATED AT 336 ADMIRAL WAY (APPELLANT: ROBERT VAN CII
NCCORCHUCK / APPLICANT: PORT OF EDMONDS (FILE NOS. ADB-97-6 A
M Clearances: Departmentlinitials
Agenda Time: Consent
Admin Svcs/Finance—
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City Attorney_
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Agenda Date: April 29, 1997
City Clerk
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Exhibits Attached:
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2. Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law
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Reviewed by Council Finance__
Committee: Com—nity Services
Public Safety
Approvedfor Consent Agenda:
RecommendReview by Full Council:
Expenditure Amount Appropriation
Required: $0 Budgeted: $0 Required: $0
Funding Source: N/A
Previous Con
On March 18, 1997, the City Council held a closed record hearing regarding an appeal filed by Robert
VanCitters, Jr. and Roy NcCorchuck of a Architectural Design Board decision, The hearing was
continued in order to provide a full transcript of the underlying proceeding before the ADB.
On March 24, 1997, the City Council held a continued public hearing. The Council voted to uphold the
decision of the ADB and denied the appeal (see Exhibit 1).
Each student introduced his/her parents. Mayor Fahey noted the quality of the students' work is
indicative of the parental support each receives.
Councilmember Myers acknowledged the students' teacher, Ms. Rautenberg, a graduate of the Edmonds
School District and an outstanding student and athlete at Edmonds-Woodway High School.
Mayor Fahey and COuncilmembers personally congratulated each student and thanked their parents for
their support.
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applicant but no public hearing is held nor can any new testimony be provided by any party.
Mayor Fahey asked if any Councilmembers wished to make an Appearance of Fairness disclosure.
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serving as the City's liaison to the Port and he was knowledgeable of both sides of the issue.
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Current Planning Supervisor Jeff Wilson explained the Architectural Design Board (ADB) held a public
hearing on Fehruar� 5, 1997, on a request by the Port of Edmonds for a permit for reconstruction of the
Port facilities that were damaged as a result of the New Year's storm. The ADB must make three
findings on each application they review and determine that the proposal is, 1) consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and adopted City policies, 2) meet the requirein n of the Zoning dinance or
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City has approved a variance for modification of the Zoning Ordinance, and 3) satisfies criteria and
purposes of this Chapter. After making those findings, the ADB then reviews all projects for consistency
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other criteria. On February 5, 1997, the ADB issued its decision to approve the application subject to
conditions which are included in the Council packet. On February 6, an appeal of the ADB decision was
filed by Mr. Van Citters and Mr. NcCorchuk; their appeal letter is Exhibit 4. Their appeal raises several
issues regarding the project's inconsistency with Findings in ECDC Section 20.10-060 and Criteria in
Section 20.10.070. He noted the Council packet contained a transcript of testimony provided at the
February 5 ADD hearing (Exhibit 2). The original Staff Report to the ADB which includes the design
submitted by the applicant is Exhibit 3.
Roy NeCorchuk, 7730 222nd Street Southwes4 Edmonds, (reserving five minutes for rebuttal) said he
represented himself as well as hundreds of interested parties from marina tenants to marina passerbys.
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He referred to roof heights and their design and said he favored covered m6orage but in a conservative
way. He said a petition, signed by many tenants who wish to have the marina rebuilt the way it was, was
on record in the Planning Department. He expressed concern with the three pitched roofs per dock, a
design not used elsewhere in the Puget Sound area and pointed out the old design, which stood for 35
years, could be seen over and was more user friendly. He pointed out the floats are nearly twice as large
as the old floats (in depth and width) which reduces the amount of boat space for tenants. He said the
roof, which was designed for safety, sheds snow onto the main walkway and may require closure of the
docks in a heavy snow load, This would prevent access to the waterfront for recreational use. He noted
the information he submitted highlighted aspects of the waterfront —the precious resource and the view.
corridor. Although comments have been made that the roofless moorage looks nice, he preferred Z
covered moorage but with a flatline design. He pointed out the Port Orchard marina, which also
collapsed, is being rebuilt with a flatline-type roof to preserve views. He urged the Council to give the
citizens of Edmonds the same consideration.
Robert Van Citters, appellant, stated the final plan for covered moorage may be incomplete with regard
to final dimensions and exact locations of the covered moorage on the docks. He referred to the City's
permit handbook which states that an applicant must file complete plans. He said the Port's application
is a generic proposal which shows only those docks that are aesthetically favorable. He referred to the
drawing of the first dock which has 28 foot slips on both sides, pedectly balanced with the roof in the
middle and felt a drawing of all docks should be available to the public, as the roof sizes will vary. He
noted there have been numerous proposals; one proposal had a balanced roof on both sides with a
walkway in the center. His understanding now was that some docks would only have a roof over the
walkway with covered moorage on one side of the dock. In his opinion, this would present an
unbalanced view.,
Mr. Van Citters directed the Council's attention to page 22 of the ADB transcript in which Port Executive
Director Bill Toskey addresses the float from the boaters perspective. This reveals the height of the
covered moorage will be extended in the lower docks approximately 3 feet 6 inches to accommodate
larger and taller boats, not only to shed snow for safety reasons. He disagreed with the proposal for
increased height. He directed the Council's attention to pages 22, 36 and 37, noting the proposal in the
packet shows gaps in sections of covered moorage on B dock. He felt the gaps presented a major
engineering problem as well as with aesthetics. He pointed out the open slips are used by sailboat
owners in the marina; the sailboat masts are so tall the crossbars on the sailboats hit the side panels of the
roof. He preferred the covered moorage be moved closer to shore and the buildings not be broken up as
it creates cost and engineering difficulties that have yet been solved. As a result, the Port may return to
the ADB in the future with a proposal for a continuous barn -like structure.
Bill Toskey, Executive Director of the Port of Edmonds, 336 Admiral Way, Edmonds, explained
0 marina roofs protect boats from weather conditions thus protecting owners' substantial investment and
reducing the need for maintenance. In answer to the question why more marina roofs are not present in
Puget Sound, he explained roof sections have not been allowed by the State in recent years for
environmental reasons due to their impact on fisheries. As the Edmonds Marina had roof sections
before, Federal and State laws allow it to be rebuilt. He pointed out there is a very active marine life.
within the Port of Edmonds marina.
Mr. Toskey explained the existing roofs had been in place 35 years but obviously that design was not
good enough. The roof collapse caused approximately $10 million to public property (Port of Edrnonds)
and also an additional $10 million to private property, Significant changes were made in. the design to
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minimize future risk such as to increase the floatation system which was the prima ca of e roof
collapse. Another reason for the collapse was the catastrophic failure Of the wood rY use th
the structure is proposed to be rebuilt with steel. The third change was to inc structure; therefore
rease the pitch of the roof to
allow snow to self -shed from the approximately 6 acres of roof at the marina. He Pointed out it is
impractical to shovel that- volume of snow from the marina roofs in an emergency. The Port Orchard
marina is a flat design, and the community has committed in their planning to remove snow with water
or shoveling. If the roof sections were not approved and a redesign to eliminate the roofs is required,
other permits would be impacted as the Port has all State, Federal and local permits necessary to proceed
Bids will be opened on April 8 and construction will begin by the end of April with completion before
next winter. Delays impact the construction schedule and expose the Port to further risk of dainage to
public and private property.
Mr. Toskey agreed with the appellants' suggestion to eliminate the gaps in the roof section and would
support that change if the Council has the authority to overrule the decision made on that issue by ADB.
Since the gaps were designed, other ways have been determined to resolve that issue. View corridors
have not changed —they remain the same or larger than prior to the roof collapse. Only the peak height
of the roof sections has changed. At certain tide conditions, there 11 be more roof e posed a e
on the waterfirOnt but the view will be approximately the same as b w' x to vi wer
agreed it may be necessary to close some dock sections during hea on ti n . e
efore during other tide c di o s H
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walkways and to ensure snow does not fall on people. He pointed out their docks are non-public
(accessed by boat owners only); therefore, closure would not impact public access to the waterfront.
W Toskey pointed out the Edmonds waterfront has been significantly improved since the Port of
Edmonds became actively involved. He agreed the eve level of the roofs were increased somewhat; this
plan was underway for the past two years due to the number of boats that cannot get under the old eve
and other boats that required special modifications. The proposed eve height is closer to industry
standard for current boat heights and anticipated future boats. He explained the Port has met all
requirements for Federal, State, and local permits and have received those Permits. As the roofs do not
violate any Federal, State, or local codes, the Port requests the City approve the roofs and allow
construction to proceed.
For Councilmember White, W Toskey explained the Port would like to close the roof gaps and bring all
the moorage closer to shore so there would be more open moorage on the west end. This would not
change the square footage, only close the gaps and bring the square footage of covered moorage into one
continuous roof section.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke recalled the appellants referred to balance and proportion and requested
Aft. Toskey explain the intention on either side of each dock. Mr. Toskey explained there would be no
0 roof on A -dock. Therefore, the South end of the marina will have a wider View corridor. Slips on docks
the south section as there was not previously a roof on that side. On the n I er the no side of
roof sections from the center to the south end. Ile City has denied the bui ding to cov th
13 - G each become longer and the roofs higher, a view from town would show a slight tapering of e
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original proposal was higher floats in the center and lower roof sections on t t inari th
he north end. Ile south end
of I -dock will not have a roof due to modifications necessary to meet City staffs concerns. This results
0 is some loss I of the tapering as the tallest roof on the north will not be I-dobk but J-dock.
Mr. Snyder displayed a colored drawing of the moorage to the Council to assist in visua
the roofs. lizing the gaps in
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COUnCilinember Van Hollebeke recalled the ADB transcript indicated the highest rootlines would be in
the center of the marina, graduated down symmetrically on the north or the south, He asked if the
covered south side and walkway were a consistent pattern. Mr. Toskey answered the tapering affect on
the south side has been preserved; the tallest roofs would be in the center and each succeeding dock
structure to the south would be smaller and lower. This is the same on the north side of the marina,
except for I -dock which will -not be as high as J-dock to the north. The two center docks (G on the south
and I on the north) will not have roof structures over the center portion of the floats (two roofs rather
than three).
Councilmember Miller asked if the Port reviewed alternative roof designs. Mr. Toskey said they
reviewed several alternatives but determined all roofs with a lower pitch would require operational
activity to remove snow, Ile Port believes the docks should be constructed so no one is required to be
on the roof during a snow storm.
Mr. NcCorchuk displayed one of the original specification documents for design of the Port which read,
"for construction of the Port of Edmonds small boat harbor in Edmonds Washington", dated April 1961.
He pointed out the minutes of a previous Port meeting indicated the construction contractor for the Poi-t
suggested the marina be constructed of wood. The Port chose concrete and steel due to the security,
strength, and look of the marina. Mr. NcCorchuk felt if the marina had been constructed of wood, all the
former fingers could have been included, no boat slips eliminated, and the roofs kept the same.
Mr. Van Citters reiterated the City's handbook states there must be plans. He indicated the Port's
documents showed a very symmetrical view which is not what will be constructed. He recommended the
Port re -submit the ir proposal showing A-G dock roofs and any unbalance. Although he attended all Port
meetings, he noted it was difficult to keep up with proposed changes. He pointed out the importance of
the roof heights on view blockage and noted the Port of Edmonds has a permit from the City for an
exemption from the State Shoreline Hearings Permit. He read from the exemption section of the
Shoreline Management Act, "replacement of a structure or development may be authorized as repair
where such replacement is the common method of repair for the type of structure or development and the
replacement structure or development is comparable to th� origin-a-1 structure or development, including
but not limited to its size, the shape, the configuration, the location, and the external appearance and
replacement does not cause substantial adverse affects to the shoreline resources or the environment."
He felt the roofs were not the same size; they are an average of 10 feet higher. Further, the shape is
completely different as the old roofs 'Were flat and overlapping and the new roofs are V-shape& The
configuration has also changed; the old structures were highly efficient as *they were close to shore and
left the outer areas for sailboats. He noted the location has also changed as the covered moorage area has
been moved. He stressed if the Port wanted to make the proposed changes, they should get a Shoreline
permit. He pointed out no other areas are building covered moorage due to the environmental issues nor
were other areas increas�ng existing waterfront moorage by 10 feet.
Mr. Wilson clarified the covered moorage sections were removed from the south side of I -dock and the
north side of G-dock due to the Port's shoreline exemption request and was issued to allow the Port to
proceed without obtaining a Shoreline permit. A proposal to provide covered moorage in those areas
would require a separate Shoreline permit.
Councilmember Nordquist asked when the City would received a firrn set of plans. . Mr. Wilson
explained the applicant has received exemption from the Shoreline permit requirement. They are no w*
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COUNCILIVIEMBER MILLER I-VIOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMENIBER HAAKEiNsoN,
TO EXTEND THE DISCUSSION FOR 15 M114UTES. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilmember Myers asked if the allegation regarding a 1 10 foot height increase was accurate, jVfr.
Wilson answered the pitch of the roof structure was changed and the clear height raised. Between the
two factors, there was a height increase Of up to 10 feet in some areas.-
Councilmember White asked if the Council could affirm the ADB's decision and uphold the portion of
the appeal that would require the port to close the gaps on the dock. Mr. Snyder answered yes.
Councilmernber Miller asked if the proposed moorage exceeded two stories in height as defined by City
Code. Mr. Wilson answered the City's code addresses feet rather than the number of stories as story
height varies. The maximum height of the covered moorage woL Id not e ceed 35 feet over ordina
water mark —the threshold used under the Shoreline Managern n t ry high
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Mayor Fahey remanded the matter to Council for deliberation.
COUNCILMEMBER WHITE MOVED, SECONDED By COUNCILMEMBER MYERS, TO
AFFIRM THE ARCIIITECTURAL DESIGN BOARDS DECISION.AND UPHOLD THE AppEAL
REGARDING CLOSING THE GAPS IN THE ROOFS BETWEEN THE DOCKS (AS
BY A11R. TOSKE Y AND THE COUNCIL). DISCUSSED
Councilmember Haakenson referred to several comments contained in the � ADD transcript which
indicated the ADBs review of the issue.
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey indicated any future building plans submitted to the City for permit must show that the
gaps have been closed.
Mayor Fahey declared a brief recess.
5. REPORT O?VqTD AMl-rpq I —
Planning Manager Rob Chave explained discussion would consider what remains of the Edmonds urban
growth areas described -in the Comprehensive Plan as the remainder of Esperance, Perinville, and
Norma Beach/Picnic Point. The Comprehensive Plan identified Esperance and Perrinville as fliture
potential annexation areas; Norma BeachMicnic Point was ideritified as an area of interest. Several years
ago, as a result of the request of residents in the Norma Beach/Picnic Point to be annexed, the Council
undertook a study of issues including revenues, expenditures, gr;wth patterns, what would b e necessary
to serve the area, etc. It was determined the Council did not wish to commit to any annexation efforts in
this area because, although expenditures and revenues were roughly balanced, there were huge unknowns
regarding drainage and necessary improvements in the future. He noted the topography of the western
portion of the Norma Beach/picnic point area is similar to the Meadowdale area which has a history of
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3. Staff represented that the plans presented by the applicant were prepared in
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before the Architectural Design Board.
4. Increases in the potential height and, structure'due to changes im the roof pitch are
within the Edmonds Community Development Guide and Shoreline Managennent Act's 35foot
height� limitation over ordinary high water mark.
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'J. No substantial and competent evidence was presented indicating that the plan,was
notili-coiJapliancewith the provisions of the Shorelines Management Act, State Environmental
Protection Act or the City's Comprehensive Plan and zoning amendments.
2. The applicant and appellant agree that elimination of gaps in the roof design by
the cr6ation,of a continuous roof structure concentrated at the landward end of the site would
be in the public's best interests, both aesthetically and from a safety viewpoint.
3. The City Council concludes that the design as presented, viewed in its intended
purpose as a replacement for an existing Marina structure complies with the criteria of the
Architectural Design Board as set forth in ECDC Sections 10.20.060 and 20.10.070. Jhe City
Council specifically notes that the appeal as presented does not address specific characteristics
of the proposed covered moorage which would tend to indicate that a particular aspect is not in
harmony with the texture, lines, color and masses of the proposed structures nor that they are
not compatible in height and scale with other structures in the area other than as a conclusion.
The City Council finds that there is not competent evidence in the record to overturn the findings
of the Architectural Design Board, particularly considering its special. expertise in this area.
4. The proposal is being reviewed by the City Council as a replacement facility for
a facility comparable in size, shape and relationship to its surroundings to the proposal. The
City Council is not charged to either design the project nor to d*etermine whether a better project
might be designed but rather to determine whether the project as submitted complies with the
criteria of City code. The City Council concludes that it does so, particularly in context with
the limited direction provided by the City's design manual to a Marina of this type.
DECISION
1. The appeal of the applicant is upheld with respect to elimination of gaps in the'
roof, design [(see appeal, I � (0)) - A design incorporating a continuous roof structure of equal
square footage and roof pitch at the landward end of the docks is therefore approved, The rest
of the appeals raised are denied. The City Council notes that only those design elements
specifically shown in the plans and diagrams submitted to the Architectural Design Board are
approved as amended and any significant changes are �utject to future review and approval by
the Architectural Design Board and the further proceedings. Issues relating to the specific
details of construction and engineering are deferred to the building permit process. The
Architectural Design Board review process is established for generalized design review and a
determination of whether a structure, as proposed, complies with Architectural Design Board
review criteria. The detail shown in the plans and drawings are appropriate to this process.
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Councilmember Myers acknowledged the students' teacher, Ms. Rautenberg, a graduate of the Edmonds
School District and an outstanding student and athlete at Edmonds-Woodway High School.
Mayor Fahey and Councilmembers personally congratulated each student and thanked their parents for
their support.
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City Attorney Scott Snyder explained due to changes in State law, appeals to the Council are reviewed
using a Closed Record Appeal process. The Council may hear argument from the appellant and the
applicant but no public hearing is held nor can any new testimony be provided by any party.
Mayor Fahey asked if any Councilmembers wished to make an Appearance of Fairness disclosure.
Councilmember Haakenson said he is familiar with Mr. Van Citters and Aft. NcCorchuk as a result of his
serving as the City's liaison to the Port and he was knowledgeable of both sides of the issue.
Mr. Snyder asked Councilmember Haakenson whether he was aware his decision must be based solely
upon the record and not any knowledge he acquired outside the record. Councilmember Haakenson
answered he was.
'Mere were no challenges to Councilmember Haakenson's participation.
Current Planning Supervisor Jeff Wilson explained the Architectural Design Board (ADB) held a public
hearing on February 5, 1997, on a request by the Port of Edmonds for a permit for reconstruction of the
Port facilities that were damaged as a result of the New Year's storm. The ADB must make three
findings on each application they review and determine that the proposal is, 1) consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and adopted City policies, 2) meets the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance or
City has approved a variance for modification of the Zoning Ordinance, and 3) satisfies criteria and
purposes of this Chapter. After making those findings, the ADB then reviews all projects for consistency
with specified criteria (ECDC Section 20.10.070) which include building design, site treatment, and
other criteria. On February 5, 1997, the ADB issued its decision to approve the application subject to
conditions which are included in the Council packet. On February 6, an appeal of the ADB decision was
filed by Mr. Van Citters and Mr.*NcCorchuk; their appeal letter is Exhibit 4. Their appeal raises several
issues regarding the project's inconsistency with Findings in ECDC Section 20.10.060 and Criteria in
Section 20.10.070. He noted the Council packet contained a transcript of testimony provided at the
February 5 ADB hearing (Exhibit 2), The original Staff Report to the ADB which includes the design
submitted by the applicant is Exhibit 3,
Roy NeCorchuk, 7730 222nd Street Southwest, Edmonds, (reserving five minutes for rebuttal) said he
represented himself as well as hundreds of interested parties from marina tenants to marina passerbys.
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He referred to roof heights and their design and said he favored covered moorage but in a conservative
way. He said a petition, signed by many tenants who wish to have the marina rebuilt the way it was, was
on record in the Planning Department. He expressed concern with the three pitched roofs per dock, a
design not used elsewhere in the Puget Sound area and pointed out the old design, which stood for 35
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increased height. He directed the Council's attention to pages 22, 36 and 37, noting the proposal in the
packet shows gaps in sections of covered moorage on B dock. He felt the gaps presented a major
engineering problem as well as with aesthetics. He pointed out the open slips are used by sailboat
owners in the marina; the sailboat masts are so tall the crossbars on the sailboats hit the side panels of the
roof. He preferred the covered moorage be moved closer to shore and the buildings not be broken up as
it creates cost and engineering difficulties that have yet been solved. As a result, the Port may return to
the ADB in the future with a proposal for a continuous bam-like structure.
Bill Toskey, Executive Director of the Port of Edmonds, 336 Admiral Way, Edmonds, explained
0 marina roofs protect boats from weather conditions thus protecting owners' substantial investment and
reducing the need for maintenance. In answer to the question why more marina roofs are not present in
Puget Sound, he explained roof sections have not been allowed by the State in recent years for
environmental reasons due to their impact on fisheries. As the Edmonds Marina had roof sections
before, Federal and State laws allow it to be rebuilt. He pointed out there is a very active marine life
within the Port of Edmonds marina.
Mr. Toskey explained the existing roofs had been in place 35 years but obviously that design was not
good enough. The roof collapse caused approximately $10 million to public property (Port of Edmonds)
and also an additional $10 million to private property. Significant changes were made in the design to
minimize future risk such as to increase the floatation system which was the primary cause of the roof
collapse. Another reason for the collapse was the catastrophic failure of the wood structure; therefore,
the structure is proposed to be rebuilt with steel. The third change was to increase the pitch of the roof to
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impractical to shovel that volume of snow from the marina roofs in an emergency. The Port Orchard
marina is a flat design, and the community has committed in their planning to remove snow with water
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have not changed —they remain the same or larger than prior to the roof collapse. Only the peak height
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walkways and to ensure snow does not fall on people. He pointed out their docks are non-public
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violate any Federal, State, or local codes, the Port requests the City approve the roofs and allow
requirements for Federal, State, and local permits and have received those permits. As the roofs do not
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For Councilmember White, Mr. Toskey explained the Port would like to close the roof gaps and bring all
the moorage closer to shore so there would be more open moorage on the west end. Ibis would not
change the square footage, only close the gaps and bring the square footage of covered moorage into one
continuous roof section.
Councilmember Van Hollebeke recalled the appellants referred to balance and proportion and requested
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roof on A -dock. Therefore, the south end of the marina will have a wider view corridor. Slips on docks
B - G each become longer and the roofs higher; a view from town would show a slight tapering of the
roof sections from the center to the south end. The City has denied the building to cover the north side of
the south section as there was not previously a roof on that side. On the north section of the marina, the
original proposal was higher floats in the center and lower roof sections on the north end. The south end
of 1-dock will not have a roof due to modifications necessary to meet City staffs concerns. This results
is some loss of the tapering as the tallest roof on the north will not be I -dock but J-dock.
Mr. Snyder displayed a colored drawing of the moorage to the Council to assist in visualizing the gaps in
the roofs.
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the center of the marina, graduated down symmetrically on the north or the south. He asked if the
covered south side and walkway were a consistent pattern. Mr. Toskey answered the tapering affect on
the south side has been preserved; the tallest roofs would be in the center and each succeeding dock
structure to the south would be smaller and lower. This is the same on the north side of the marina,
except for I -dock which will not be as high as J-dock to the north. The two center docks (G on the south
and I on the north) will not have roof structures over the center portion of the floats (two roofs rather
than three).
Councilinember Miller asked if the Port reviewed alternative roof designs. Mr. Toskey said they
reviewed several alternatives but determined all roofs with a lower pitch would require operational
activity to remove snow. The Port believes the docks should be constructed so no one is required to be
on the roof during a snow storm.
Mr. NcCorchuk displayed one of the original specification documents for design of the Port which read,
"for construction of the Port of Edmonds small boat harbor in Edmonds Washingtoif', dated April 1961.
He pointed out the minutes of a previous Port meeting indicated the construction contractor for the Port
suggested the marina be constructed of wood. The Port chose concrete and steel due to the security,
strength, and look of the marina. Mr. NcCorchuk felt if the marina had been constructed of wood, all the
former fingers could have been included, no boat slips eliminated, and the roofs kept the same.
1�ft. Van Citters reiterated the City's handbook states there must be plans. He indicated the Ports
documents showed a very symmetrical view which is not what will be constructed. He recommended the
Port re -submit their proposal showing A-G dock roofs and any unbalance. Although he attended all Port
meetings, he noted it was difficult to keep up with proposed changes. He pointed out the importance of
the roof heights on view blockage and noted the Port of Edmonds has a permit from the City for an
exemption from the State Shoreline Hearings Permit. He read from the exemption section of the
Shoreline Management Act, "replacement of a structure or development may be authorized as repair
where such replacement is the common method of repair for the type of structure or development and the
replacement structure or development is comparable to the original structure or development, including
but not limited to its size, the shape, the configuration, the location, and the external appearance and
replacement does not cause substantial adverse affects to the shoreline resources or the environment."
He felt the roofs were not the same size; they are an average of 10 feet higher. Further, the shape is
completely different as the old roofs were flat and overlapping and the new roofs are V-shaped. The
configuration has also changed; the old structures were highly efficient as they were close to shore and
left the outer areas for sailboats. He noted the location has also changed as the covered moorage area has
been moved. He stressed if the Port wanted to make the proposed changes, they should get a Shoreline
permit. He pointed out no other areas are building covered moorage due to the environmental issues nor
were other areas increasing existing waterfront moorage by 10 feet.
Mr. Wilson clarified the covered moorage sections were removed from the south side of I -dock and the
north side of G-dock due to the Ports shoreline exemption request and was issued to allow the Port to
proceed without obtaining a Shoreline permit. A proposal to provide covered moorage'in those areas
would require a separate Shoreline permit.
Councilmember Nordquist asked when the City would received a firm set of plans. Mr. Wilson
explained the applicant has received exemption from the Shoreline permit requirement. They are now
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construction drawings are not typically submitted on discretionary plans; usually only conceptual
drawings are submitted. He explained the Ports original submittal included conceptual design of
different cross sections based on the various firlger-pier lengths proposed throughout the site.
COUNCILMEMBER MILLER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCELMEMBER HAAKENSON,
TO EXTEND THE DISCUSSION FOR 15 MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilmernber Myers asked if the allegation regarding a 10 foot height increase was accurate. Mr.
Wilson answered the pitch of the roof structure was changed and the clear height raised. Between the
two factors, there was a height increase of up to 10 feet in some areas.
Councilmember White asked if the Council could affirm the ADB's decision and uphold the portion of
the appeal that would require the Port to close the gaps on the dock. Mr. Snyder answered yes.
Councilmember Miller asked if the proposed moorage exceeded two stories in height as defined by City
Code. Mr. Wilson answered the City's code addresses feet rather than the number of stories as story
height varies. The maximum height of the covered moorage would not exceed 35 feet over ordinary high
water mark —the threshold used under the Shoreline Management Act.
Mayor Fahey remanded the matter to Council for deliberation.
COUNCILMEMBER WHITE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER. MYERS, TO
AFF1RM THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD'S DECISION AND UPHOLD THE APPEAL
REGARDING CLOSING THE GAPS IN THE ROOFS BETWEEN THE DOCKS (AS DISCUSSED
BY MR. TOSKEY AND THE COUNCIL).
Councilmember Haakenson referred to several comments contained in the ADB transcript which
indicated the ADB's review of the issue.
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey indicated any future building plans submitted to the City for permit must show that the
gaps have been closed.
Mayor Fahey declared a brief recess.
FF—. 5* REPORT ON STRATEGIES FOR FIMURE ANNEXATIONS
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Planning Manager Rob Chave explained discussion would consider what remains of the Edmonds urban
growth areas described in the Comprehensive Plan as the remainder of Esperance, Perrinville, and
Norma Beach/Picnic Point. The Comprehensive Plan identified Esperance and Perrinville as future
potential annexation areas; Norma Beach/Picnic Point was identified as an area of interest. Several years
ago, as a result of the request of residents in the Norma Beach/Picnic Point to be annexed, the Council
undertook a study of issues including revenues, expenditures, gr�wth patterns, what would be necessary
to serve the area, etc. It was determined the Council did not wish to commit to any annexation efforts in
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regarding drainage and necessary improvements in the future. He noted the topography of the western
portion of the Norma Beach/Picnic Point area is similar to the Meadowdale area which has a history of
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expressed regarding the City's ability to adequately serve the area. in response to continued requests for
annexation from residents in the Norma Beach/Picnic Point area, staff has indicated the City has no
active interest in annexation and refer them to the previous Council discussion. Staff wishes to confirm
the Council has no annexation plans for the Norma Beach/Picnic Point area and are not expressing any
interest to residents.
Council President Earling recalled staffs projections on infrastructure costs as well as water runoff issues
in the Norma Beach/Picnic Point area were the main reason the Council chose not to pursue annexation
of the area.
It was the consensus of the Council that the Norma Beach/Picnic Point area was an area of interest but
the City had no plans for annexation.
Mr. Chave referred to the staff memo to the Council Community Services Committee dated March 11,
1997, which described an approach to annexing the remaining Esperance area at the end of the year. As
discussed with the Community Services Committee, staff proposes three annexation proposals in
November. If this is the Council's desire, efforts will begin in April.
Current Planning Supervisor Jeff Wilson advised the only two election dates available this fall are the
September primary and the November general election. A November election would also be an optimum
time for minimizing the resulting financial impacts to the City prior to receipt of income from annexed
areas.
Councilmember Myers recalled Esperance was an area presently served by the Edmonds Fire
Department and the City receives revenue for calls into this area. Mr. Wilson agreed, noting this
occurred with the last annexation and acquisition of the Fire Station from Fire District 1.
Councilmember Myers pointed out the City would be annexing an area with limited commercial income
as well as losing income from the Fire District. Mr. Wilson said he was not aware of the complete
agreement regarding the annexation. He identified undeveloped and under -developed commercial
parcels in this annexation area. The assessed valuation of the three areas combined is over $300 million
and has a total population of approximately 3,000.
Councilmember Nordquist asked whether the City had made any effort to hold meetings with key players
in this proposed annexation area as he recalled there was some opposition to annexation. Mr. Wilson
agreed a key element would be devoting adequate time to answer residents' questions. He explained
there was a small annexation proposal, less than 10 acres of commercial frontage on Hwy. 99, in process
which will come before the Council on May 6.
Councilmember Nordquist recalled a key question during the last annexation was the City's plans for the
Olympic View Water District. Mr. Wilson agreed the affect on the Olympic View Water District was
raised during the last annexation. Mr. Mar explained under current law, the City must annex all of the
Esperance area for the City to qualify to take over the district. Staff has discussed with the Olympic
Water District how and when that could happen.
It was the consensus of the Council to proceed with time line for annexation as outlined.
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closed record appeal allowed the Council to review only the record of the prior proceeding. Therefore,
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suggested the appeal be continued to the next available hearing date in order to allow preparation of a
full transcript.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT EARLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCELMEMBER
HAAKENSON, TO SCHEDULE AGENDA ITEM 11 (CLOSED RECORD APPEAL OF THE
DECISION BY THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD BY THE PORT OF EDMONDS) ON
THE COUNCIL WORK MEETING AGENDA ON MARCH 25,1997.
At the request of Councilmember Myers, Mayor Fahey asked the appellants if continuing this hearing
0 would be convenient for them. Mr. Van Citters answered yes, provided it was at 7:00 p.m.
MOTIONCARRIEED.
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Mayor Fahey explained several citizens applied for this position and it was a difficult, decision.
Personnel Manager Brent Hunter introduced Carol Pidduck and described her background and
qualifications. Ms. Pidduck expressed pleasure for the opportunity to serve the City.
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from a previous Consent Agenda. Staff requests out-of-state travel for the Fire Department Mechanic for
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Council President Earling stated he pulled this item in order to vote against the ordinance. This is
consistent with previous votes related to this matter.
COUNCILMEMBER MYERS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER VAN
HOLLEBEKE, FOR PASSAGE OF ITEM S. MOTION CARRIED, COUNCIL PRESIDENT
EARLING OPPOSED. The item approved is as follows:
(S) ORDINANCE NO. 3138 ENACTING NO RE -PARKING IN THE SAW 100 BLOCK ON
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ORDINANCE 3138 ADDING NEW SECTION 8A8.162 TO THE EDMONDS CITY CODE
IN ORDER TO CREATE A NEW PARKING INFRACTION To PROHIBIT THE
MOVING OF A VEHICLE FROM ONE SPACE TO ANOTHER WITHIN A CITY
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Subject: CLOSED RECORD APPEAL OF THE DECISION BY TIM ARCHITECTURAL
DESIGN BOARD TO APPROVE AN APPLICATION BY THE PORT OF
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STRUCTURES IN THE PORT MARINA WHICH IS GENERALLY LOCATED
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On February 5, 1997, the Architectural Design Board held a hearing to consider an application by the
Port of Edmonds to allow the construction of new covered moorage structures and floats to replace
damaged structures in the port marina which is generally located at 336 Admiral Way (see Exhibit 1). At
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motion was made by Board member Oaklief, and seconded by Board Member Sullivan to approve the
application with the following conditions:
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wider than previouas in ma=Y' of the cases, not all
'Of the cauez, of the proposed, the Proposed covered
moorage in this case. And that Will, by increasing
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with the Covers above them With a pitchad
roof, you increase the width of the Pitched portion
Of the roof which, in turn, as a function will
increase the height over what was there previously.
In addition, the Port hao proponed a gteeper
P1 t0hed roof than What was there prev I ously, simply
because the roofs that were there did 3not Shed
Snow, as Illustrated by the collapse from snow
acc%=Ulation on
the roof. The applicant is
Proposing a 5-12 pitch where previously, I don't
know what the pitch was,
but I would guess it Was 2
02: 3-12, Somewhere in there. It was substantially
lower than what it is now. Vh, r.6, so the function
of increasing the width and increasing the pitch
causes the new proposea 'covered moorage to be
aPProximately 10 feat taller in many places from
what the previous covered moorage wam
The Port has at the Part.
Provided a cite crome-section I don,t
believe was in Your packet, but is On the Wall for
'YOU to look at, denonstrating. Basically, the
CrOr-s-Rection goes through 'the outer, the outer
marina bulkhead, then across the marina water, then
through the covered moorage buildings, then through
the landward site through a building on the
landward site, to kind Of give you an idea of bow
the covered moorage buildings will relate to the
On -site buildings. The applicant is proposing a,
like I said, a standing sean metal roof. The
applicant has two roof colors proposed that were in
Your Packet and they-*rs also on the board behind
YOU. One is Whiter, More of a water color, which
would tend to blend into tho water a little bit
More from above, from, you know#* ViGW areas
throughout town. The other color proposed is a
dark blue, which is a color that iS More identified
with both City and Port logos, keeping in mind that
they're separate Jurisdictions. They both mean to
Use the same color logo, uh, on some existing Fort
�Uild'ng$ and Port roofs. So therals, 1: guQjjr.
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color. say' there are strong arguments to use either
Uh, one is more neutral and Would blend in
and One is more Compatibla with existing buildings.
SO that would be a point for your discussion ae to
Which Yon want, and I Im sure the applicant haz ek,
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proposing signages. We wouldnt Call What. the
'applicant is proposing zignage in that it's simply
for the dock number, excuse me, the
pier number of letter, Pier A, Pler a, kind or a
thing, But it's worth noting what they are. In
your packets youill see in the elevations of the
buildings, those elevations are what you would r
from the lanaward side looking at it. And the
applicant hasnrt given a, actually, a scale of
that, but in scaling it off on the scale Provided,
appears to be about 9 feet in diameter.
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it's a pretty big letter, and so it"s worth
Mak ng a note. M, the uh. In looking &t Whether
Or not the application is in compliance with the
three criteria required far you to, the three
findings that you have to make. It appears as far
as looking at the Comprehensive Plan, uh, the
elements that you're going to look at there are
how the buildings relate to the existing
buildings in the surrounding area. Ac this is not
an emergency replacement. type of a hearing, yourre
looking at this as if it's a now building, not as
if it's, -you know, what's better, what's here now,
and *-*at waa there before kind of a, kind or a uh
Way of looking at things. So, you going to look at
it on the comprehensive plan, As -I said, how it
relates to its surroundings, pitch. of the roof,
height, view, well, view blockage, in the raalm at
the, as we talked about in the last building, the
m0ndlitivitY to the SUMOUndingrS and the naadg of
the area. The colors chosen again have
Comprehensive Plan type arguments for either one,
and you guYs will need to d1scuss that issue. Uh,
as far am the zoning ordinanca,.the applicant does
have to Comply with all permits that would be
required. 1n this caGGP the aPPlicant ham chosen
to make an Architectural Desigh Board applicatioTL
while 'Waiting to find out if the projeCt might be
exempted from shoreline Permits and the City has
issued a determination that would not be exempt
from shoreline permits and the applicant still has
some recOurves. So, in our motion simply to say as
a condition that the applicant needs to comply with
Permits of the City of Edmonds, 'whether the
applicant still manages to obtain a waiver from
that requirement or not, Just, that Would be how
YOU would, You would work your notion on that. And
then, uh, the Criteria for the uh design guidelines
in this cagG are very similar to what youtre
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the future problms. One, is shedding the snow and
steeper roof, and increasing the structural
strength in the flctatjon� capacity. In terms at
the COlor issue, we haven't voted on the Issue, so
we're PrOPared to go to wherever way you want to
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the off-white, sea white, qurf white, which is
actually a Pal* green, may boa mra acceptable. I
think that covers the main questions, the 2jain
comments I had and I'm prepared to answer
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audience portion, again on a technical, level.
There a re other P*=its that will have to be
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Permits from the Army corps; of Engin*Qra and
perhaps some state permits. The City. ionrt
respons ible for review or enforcement o:e that
issue, 80 Irm not completely familiar with all the
Other Permits that the applicant Might be required
with that. That wou:L4 be out of the scope of your
criteria where you're suppose to make sure it,g in
compliance with zoning, community Development Code,
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is obviously going to be very rarer you know, but
just in case we get another applicant who needs an
ArMY Corps of Engineers permit, that dcHasnit really
have to be part of the notion because we have no
Control Over that because thatte a superior level
ot government thatis going to take care of that
anyway Okay. I just wanted to clarify that
because I know that his permits reguired all three
lovela. Okay . lid like to open the audience
Participation, or the audience portion, Of ADS 97-
S. Is there anyone in audience Who VOUld like to
address this Proposal? Would you please come
forward to the podium and state your name and
addreSS for the record please. Csiitleman in the
'blue coat raised his hand first and then warll move
to the gentleman in the rod shirt.
�cCorchek.-. ROY Kccorchak, 7730 222nd Street S.W., ilia also a
boat tenant.
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flat and there was a pretty slight grade on the old
design of the Port building. The new one, like you
said, is going to be 5-12 pitch, so, you know, if
you look at a piece of paper, you knov, the old
roof was like this, now
you,re going to' have
basically a three dimensional type viow like this,
which will be, :1 believe, 10 foot taller than the
original plans. SO as far an your horizon 4joes
looking In the water and Btufte you're going to'
have breakage. Youfro not going to be able to have
aftY type Of Panoramic view on say above average
tide
or even probably a regular GvOrftge tide
because of the height. Also, the lettering of the
feet. I believe on the 50-foot stall
it'll be like 33 feet in the air. I've got pretty
poor eyesight, but 10m sure you could sea that
Maybe from 6th Avenue if it was a clear day.
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Also in the drawings that I bavep in fine print
down thera, it says, I'M is not resPonsible for
.,Safety programs, methods, Procedures of operation
or the construction of the design shown on those
drawings," Now if you look at the drawings, you
have two large Yeaks and YOU haVe a small one in
between there, and from what I can tell, the ap&ce
in between the two large peaks and the amallar one
the middle is about a 4-foot difference in
between the two. Now this in your main gangway to
walk out on the boats. NOW if YOU have a anow like
We've had before,youtre 90ing tO have Mno- coming
down that middle fairway if it"s designed to shed
Stow and it's going fall an somebodys head. So
that's something else to consider besides the view
Pointe. Thank you very much.
Thank you. I believe the gentleman there in the
third row.
Art staney (7), 622 Bell Strout. rom also a
twmnt
within tne Fort iiistrict. r would like to have ft.
Tosky address the reasons for the rationale for,
including covered moorage in the reconstruction of
ths marina.
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Toskys C'grtainlY- The Port's had covered moorage since it
was first installed starting in 1962. Therein two
major reasons that werve continued to have it.
One, is People want it and they pay an extra price
for that. And they want it for a variety of
reasons but all Pay fees for maintenance for their
kkoat, care and cleaning, but also help gave the
structure. We found out, although it didn't
survive this disaster, if YOU look at it afterward,
YOU Mae that it had, the uncovered portions were
not nearly in good condition as the coverea
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Portion. theyFve helped support in those
facilitift3 covered last longer, but
also helps the
boaters vho want keep their boatg in covered
Another point that boaters should be
aware ot, there Isn,t more Covered moorage being
granted basically in the state, around Puget Bound.
30 if WO do not rebuilt this, youill never gilt it
again. Any new marinas that come out and there are
vez7 few that can Come because of the environmental
regulations, they would not have covered Zoorage
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ADB-97-6. REQUEST FOR AL APPROVAL OF NEW COVER
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Introduction: During the snow and heavy rain storms at the end of December and the beginning of
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January, the Port covered moorage was destroyed. The port is making applicationto rebuild the covered
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1. Zoning: The port property is zoned Commercial Waterfront (CW).
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2. Environmental Review: The proposal requires a SE�A review. Since the �ort is a public
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3. Issues: Design of the building, site, and landscaping have all been addressed by the applicant in
their proposal, and the Architectural Design Board must determine the appropriateness of the proposal.
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1. Building Design: The covered moorage which was destroyed was made with unfinished metal
roofs with low slopes. The applicant is
proposing to replace the roofs with painted st anding seam metal
roofs with a 5 inch in 12 inch pitch.
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Standing seam metal roofs
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interior down lighting above the slips and flood fighting at the, gangways is proposed.
c) Colors:
The applicant has two color options, either a medium shade of blue called Tahoe blue or a light
green called surf white.
d) Signing:
The applicant has proposed a nine foot round wood sign with the letter reprinting the pier at th e
gangway end of each pier.
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File# ADB-97-6
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