06/01/2010 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
June 1, 2010
The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Haakenson in the Council
Chambers, 250 5`" Avenue North, Edmonds. The meeting was opened with the flag salute.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Gary Haakenson, Mayor
Strom Peterson, Council President Pro Tem
Michael Plunkett, Councilmember
Adrienne Fraley- Monillas, Councilmember
Diane Buckshnis, Councilmember
ELECTED OFFICIALS ABSENT
Steve Bernheim, Council President
D. J. Wilson, Councilmember
ALSO PRESENT
Graham Marmion, Student Representative
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
STAFF PRESENT
Gerry Gannon, Assistant Police Chief
Rob Chave, Planning Manager
Leonard Yarberry, Building Official
Debi Humann, Human Resources Director
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jana Spellman, Senior Executive Council Asst.
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY- MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
BUCKSHNIS, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA IN CONTENT AND ORDER. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM PETERSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
FRALEY- MONILLAS, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows:
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COMMERCE / 4TH OF JULY EVENTS.
Ron Clyborne referred to a letter provided by the Chamber of Commerce regarding their request for
funding from the City for the 4"' of July events. He explained the Chamber's mission was to organize a
family oriented Independence Day in Edmonds to attract visitors and enhance the small town atmosphere.
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The Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce has been organizing events since 1907 and recently formed
the Edmonds Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)(3), to allow the public to make tax deductable donations.
One of the most worthy events the Chamber organizes each year is the 4h' of July parade and fireworks,
daylong festivities that build memories for thousands. He cited last year's Children's Parade that had over
2,000 participants and 8,000 spectators who watched the 2 -hour main parade. He anticipated increased
participation and spectators this year due to Lynnwood and Mountlake Terrace's cancelling their 4 1 of
July celebrations. Musical entertainment and a fireworks display complete the daylong event.
Mr. Clyborne explained the cost of the entire event is substantial and in the past have been covered by
sponsorships and donations by the business community and the public. Despite the challenge of raising
the necessary funds every year, the Chamber believes this event is critical to the community feeling and
civic pride woven into the fabric of Edmonds. He urged the public to consider a donation to the Edmonds
Chamber Foundation to help sponsor the 4`h of July events.
Mr. Clyborne provided the schedule of 4th of July events:
Fun Run 11:00 a.m.
Children's Parade 12:30 p.m.
Main Parade 1:00 P.M.
Evening Entertainment 7:30 p.m.
Fireworks 10:00 P.M.
Councilmember Fraley- Monillas asked where the public could make donations. Mr. Clyborne provided
the Chamber's phone number, 425 -670 -1496, and the Chamber's website: EdmondsWA.com.
Mayor Haakenson commented few people realize how much effort and money the Chamber puts into the
4`h of July events. He expressed his thanks to Mr. Clyborne and the Chamber for hosting the events every
year. He relayed his conversations with Executive Director Jan Vance who indicated the Chamber was on
the verge of not having this event in the future. He urged the public to contribute if they wanted
Edmonds' 4"' of July events to continue.
Councilmember Buckshnis anticipated the ability for the public to make tax deductible donations to the
Chamber Foundation would encourage donations.
4. MIKE DOUBLEDAY - WASHINGTON STATE LEGISLATIVE SESSION RECAP.
Legislative Lobbyist Mike Doubleday referred to the Final 2010 State Legislative Report in the Council
packet. He provided the following highlights of the 2010 State Legislative Session:
• $250,000 was provided in the supplemental transportation budget for the Shell Valley Emergency
Road Access project. He recognized Representatives Marko Liias and Judy Clibborn for their
assistance with that funding. He recommended the City spend those funds by the end of the
biennium, June 2011.
• A local government fiscal flexibility bill was passed that will allow Edmonds to:
• Levy a 0.1 % public safety sales tax increase with voter approval; 1/3 of the funds must be
used for criminal justice purposes,
• Eliminates the non - supplant language for the existing 0.1% criminal justice sales tax, and
• Permits the City to continue to collect the tax on brokered natural gas
• The state revenue package through application of a sales tax on bottled water, candy and gum will
provide more funds to cities. Estimates are this source will generate $28 million to cities and
counties statewide. The tax on bottled water will sunset in three years; there is no sunset date on
the sales tax on candy and gum.
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• The supplemental capital budget contains approximately $50 million for one time funding for
cities' stormwater mandates. The funds will be distributed via a lump sum as well as via an
application process to access approximately $24 million. He estimated the lump sum provided to
Edmonds at $180,000 which would be distributed late summer.
• The Transportation Benefit District statute was amended to clearly state that city projects are an
allowable use of TBD funding.
• Comprehensive Plan updates for cities were pushed back from 2011 to 2014.
• The 911 system was upgraded to allow text messages to work with the system. This will be
funded via an increase in the state tax from $0.50 to $0.70 and the county tax from $0.20 to
$0.25.
• Local campaign contributions must mirror the state's limit of $800 per election (primary and
general).
He highlighted bills that were not passed this legislative session:
• Limiting the use of automated traffic safety cameras. This bill would have required a 4 second
yellow light and the fine could only be $25.
• The Airport Siting bill did not receive a hearing. This bill would have required a 7 mile zone
around an airport where development would be limited.
He highlighted the following interim issues:
• Possible transportation revenue package in 2011. He invited the City to inform him of projects to
be included in that package.
• Creation of a State transit funding work group to recommend additional transit funding
• Future stormwater funding
• Puget Sound Partnership funding
• Airport siting
• Automated traffic safety cameras
• Lake Ballinger Forum
Mayor Haakenson thanked Mr. Doubleday for his efforts to include $250,000 in the supplemental
transportation budget for the Shell Valley Emergency Road Access project.
Councilmember Buckshnis asked why the cap - and -trade bill regarding the reduction of greenhouse gas
emissions did not advance. Mr. Doubleday answered there was a great deal of effort on that in 2009 but
little in 2010. He anticipated the state was waiting for the federal government to act.
5. PUBLIC HEARING, FOLLOWED BY ACTION, RENEWING INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE
NO. 3769 WHICH DEFINED TEMPORARY HOMELESS SHELTER AND IDENTIFIED
ZONING DISTRICTS WHERE TEMPORARY HOMELESS SHELTERS ARE PERMITTED.
Planning Manager Rob Chave explained this item was the renewal of an interim zoning ordinance to
allow the Planning Board to complete their work. The interim ordinance clarifies that temporary homeless
shelters up to two weeks in length in any month are permitted in the City's zoning classifications. Passage
of the ordinance renewing the interim zoning ordinance will provide sufficient time for the Planning
Board to complete their review and provide a recommendation to the City Council.
Mayor Haakenson opened the public participation portion of the public hearing.
Al Rutledge, Edmonds, explained City Attorney Scott Snyder attended a Planning Board meeting
approximately one month ago where Planning Board Members asked several questions. Mr. Rutledge
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requested Councilmembers respond individually to those questions. He noted the Planning Board had
cancelled their public hearing on this matter.
Hearing no further comment, Mayor Haakenson closed the public participation portion of the public
hearing.
In response to Mr. Rutledge, City Attorney Scott Snyder explained staff will be responding to the
Planning Board's questions at a future meeting. He explained via extension of the interim ordinance,
controls remain in place until a final ordinance is adopted.
COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY-
MONILLAS, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3794, RENEWING INTERIM ZONING
ORDINANCE NO. 3769, WHICH DEFINED TEMPORARY HOMELESS SHELTER AND
IDENTIFIED ZONING DISTRICTS WHERE TEMPORARY HOMELESS SHELTERS ARE
PERMITTED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6. PUBLIC HEARING, FOLLOWED BY ACTION, RENEWING INTERIM ORDINANCE 3779,
AMENDING THE PROVISIONS OF ECDC 20.110.040(F), MONETARY PENALTIES,
CLARIFYING THE IMPACT OF THE AMENDMENT ON EXISTING CODE ENFORCEMENT
ACTIONS.
Planning Manager Rob Chave explained the Planning Board has been briefed on this matter, City
Attorney Scott Snyder will brief them again next week and a public hearing is tentatively scheduled in
July. The interim ordinance amends the civil enforcement procedures to be consistent with state case law.
Mr. Snyder explained his memo referred to a 30 -day Land Use Petition Act (LUPA) appeal period; the
appeal period is actually 21 days. He referenced RCW 36.70C.020, and explained since the City enacted
its provisions, LUPA now covers the enforcement by local jurisdiction of ordinances regulating the
improvement, development, modification, maintenance or use of real property. He recommended the
interim ordinance include that reference to provide direction to a citizen wishing to appeal.
For Councilmember Buckshnis, Mr. Snyder cited Section 3 of the ordinance which states the
determination of the Hearing Examiner is final and shall be appealable to Superior Court in accordance
with Chapter 36.70A RCW.
Mayor Haakenson opened the public participation portion of the public hearing. There were no members
of the public present who wished to provide testimony and Mayor Haakenson closed the public
participation portion of the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY- MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
BUCKSHNIS, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3795, RENEWING INTERIM ZONING
ORDINANCE NO. 3779, AMENDING THE PROVISIONS OF ECDC 20.110.040(F), MONETARY
PENALTIES, CLARIFYING THE IMPACT OF THE AMENDMENT ON EXISTING CODE
ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
7. PUBLIC HEARING, FOLLOWED BY ACTION, RENEWING INTERIM ORDINANCE 3780,
ADOPTING CERTAIN PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO THE ABANDONMENT,
CONSTRUCTION AND AUTHORIZATION OF PUBLIC PROJECTS AND STREET
VACATIONS AND DEDICATIONS.
Planning Manager Rob Chave explained this is an interim zoning ordinance being reviewed by the
Planning Board. The interim ordinance clarifies that provisions of the Comprehensive Plan that require
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recommendation by the Hearing Examiner are still in the code. A public hearing is scheduled for June 23
and a recommendation to Council will follow.
Councilmember Fraley - Monillas asked if this also referred to property purchases by the City. Mr. Chave
answered yes; the Comprehensive Plan requires a recommendation from the Hearing Examiner in
addition to other procedures. Mr. Snyder explained for example staff had scheduled a hearing with the
Hearing Examiner to provide a recommendation prior to the closing date on the proposed purchase of the
Skipper's property.
Mayor Haakenson opened the public participation portion of the public hearing. There were no members
of the public present who wished to provide testimony and Mayor Haakenson closed the public
participation portion of the public hearing.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM PETERSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
BUCKSHNIS, TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE, RENEWING INTERIM ZONING
ORDINANCE NO. 3780, ADOPTING CERTAIN PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO THE
ABANDONMENT, CONSTRUCTION AND AUTHORIZATION OF PUBLIC PROJECTS AND
STREET VACATIONS AND DEDICATIONS. MOTION FAILED (3 -1), COUNCILMEMBER
FRALEY- MONILLAS VOTING NO.
City Attorney Scott Snyder explained the passage of an ordinance required a majority vote of the Council.
Mayor Haakenson advised this item would be scheduled on the June 15 Council agenda.
Mr. Snyder asked whether Councilmember Fraley - Monillas' concern was the ordinance obligated the
City to do something that was potentially unnecessary and time consuming. Councilmember Fraley -
Monillas answered yes. Mr. Snyder explained the wording in the interim ordinance was the exact wording
in the existing Comprehensive Plan provision, a provision that is currently being reviewed. The City's
development code and Comprehensive Plan are required to be consistent. Staff agrees with
Councilmember Fraley - Monillas' concern, however, until the Comprehensive Plan was amended, the
code and Comprehensive Plan must be consistent. The interim ordinance will ensure the City complies
with the Comprehensive Plan until that process is amended. He summarized an interim zoning ordinance
could be enacted in a short period of time; the Comprehensive Plan amendment process takes a year.
Mr. Chave advised the draft amendment that will be reviewed at the Planning Board public hearing will
be available on the City's website prior to the public hearing.
8. PUBLIC HEARING, FOLLOWED BY ACTION, ON A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING
EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE TITLE 19, ADOPTING UPDATED
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODES.
Building Official Leonard Yarberry explained this ordinance repeals and revises elements of Title 19, the
City's Building Code. The state mandates minimum building code standards to be enforced in all
jurisdictions, RCW 19.27. The state building code is updated on a 3 -year cycle which mirrors the 3 -year
national code cycle. The State Legislature adopted the 2009 international codes and mandates they be
enforced in all jurisdictions effective July 1. The proposed ordinance adopts the 2009 codes as stipulated
under the RCW and provides amendments that blend the codes into the framework of the Edmonds code.
There are also some proposed language changes to the ECDC to eliminate redundancies, delete
superseded codes and to simplify the format.
He summarized the proposed changes:
Consolidate administrative provisions: Each adopted code has its own separate administrative
section. The proposed ordinance uses the administrative provisions found in chapter one of the
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International Building Code (IBC) for administration of the Building, Residential, Mechanical
and Plumbing codes.
Work exempt from a permit:
o Replacement of windows and doors in residential structures. He relayed his concern with this
exemption due to requirements for egress windows, window safety glazing and energy
efficiency requirements. His research of other jurisdictions found the majority used option 2
below. He reviewed three options for Council consideration:
1. Existing language
2. Modify existing language so that replacement of windows and doors in residential
structures are still exempt from permit provided they did not affect safety glazing or the
requirement for installation of egress windows. The determination would be made by the
homeowner or contractor.
3. Eliminate the exemption
o Replacement of individual deck member, joist, stair treads and intermediate rails. He relayed
his concern that a deck may be part of the egress system of a home. He reviewed options for
Council consideration:
1. Existing language
2. Delete the exemption
In 2008 the Council provided some extensions to permit application timelines in an effort to ease
the impact of the current economic situation. In 2009 an ordinance was enacted to provide
temporary relief on permit expiration timelines. The current code incorporated those provisions
by reprinting complete code sections with the effective dates of each. Consolidating those
provisions and removing redundancies eliminated approximately 14 pages of code text.
New additions to Title 19 include the International Property Maintenance Code which replaces
the 1997 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code and the 1997 Uniform Housing Code. The
existing Building Code replaces the Washington Sate Historic Building Code that is no longer
supported by the State. The International Performance Code is added as a tool to assist in the
evaluation of complex projects using performance techniques rather than prescriptive techniques.
Section 2 of the proposed ordinance (page 22), reference in Chapter 19.05.000 to Appendix
Chapters should also include Appendix G related to swimming pools.
Councilmember Buckshnis referred to page 11 of the proposed ordinance and permits that expire in 180
days after issuance and may not be extended. She asked why those permits could not be extended, citing
an example of a homeowner who obtained a permit, lost their job and was later able to complete the deck.
Mr. Yarberry responded that was the current language in the code and had not been revised. Mr. Snyder
explained the expiration date was due to State vesting laws. Once an individual files a complete
application, the individual has the right to develop under current zoning codes. Without an expiration date
an individual would be vested in a particular project forever.
Councilmember Fraley- Monillas preferred option 2 with regard to exempting residential replacement of
windows and doors in residential structures and retaining the current code language regarding exempting
decks from a permit. She was concerned that the more permits citizens were asked to apply for, the fewer
the city would actually receive. Mr. Yarberry explained his suggestion to delete the exemption was due to
the potential for safety concerns. The homeowner may build something incorrectly simply because they
are unaware how to do it correctly or hire a contractor who does it incorrectly. The funds generated from
those permits did not cover the work required; the permit was a service to the citizens rather than a
revenue generator.
Mr. Snyder suggested the Council provide direction regarding the options following the public hearing.
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Council President Pro Tem Peterson thanked Mr. Yarberry for the incredible amount of work he had done
and for addressing the questions that Councilmembers Wilson, Councilmember Buckshnis and he asked
during the Committee meeting.
Mayor Haakenson opened the public participation portion of the public hearing.
Al Rutledge, Edmonds, suggested the City had a problem if the cost of a permit did not cover the work.
He suggested 2 -3 year extensions be granted automatically and that no fee be required for permit
extensions.
Hearing no further public comment, Mayor Haakenson closed the public participation portion of the
public hearing
COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY - MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
PRO TEM PETERSON, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 3796 ADOPTING THE 2009
INTERNATIONAL CODES AND AMENDING TITLE 19 OF THE ECDC WITH THE
FOLLOWING OPTIONS: 1) OPTION 2 REGARDING EXEMPTING WINDOWS AND DOORS
IN RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES ON PAGE 8, SECTION F, 2) MAINTAINING THE CURRENT
LANGUAGE EXEMPTING DECK REPLACEMENT PIECES ON PAGE 8, SECTION G, AND 3)
ADDING REFERENCE TO APPENDIX CHAPTER G ON PAGE 22 REGARDING SWIMMING
POOLS. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
9. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Natalie Shippen, Edmonds, explained in the next 19 years, the ferry system plans to spend $54 million
in Edmonds. The ferry system's long range plan states $27.7 million will be spent on the preservation of
the Main Street terminal at its current level of service. Specific amounts will be allocated to update wing
walls, dolphins, trestles and other components of the terminal. Use of the remaining $26 million is a
mystery. The long range plan identifies improvements at four ports in addition to their preservation:
replacement of significant elements including the north trestle and terminal building in Seattle;
construction of a replacement building larger and better suited to longer wait times and associated
terminal reconfiguration to improve circulation in Anacortes; and relocation to the tank farm east of the
current terminal not including overhead loading in Mukilteo. For Edmonds the long range plan states one
important project is scheduled to be completed in 2029 -2031 biennium and will total $26 million and an
allowance of $26 million is included to enhance multimodal connections. She asked what important $26
million project would be constructed in Edmonds. At the next Council meeting she offered to review the
history of ferry improvements in Edmonds. She suggested a Councilmember research the $26 million
project.
Al Rutledge, Edmonds, encouraged Councilmembers to attend Hearing Examiner and Planning Board
meetings, advising the Hearing Examiner meets twice a month on Thursdays at 3:00 p.m. and the
Planning Board meets twice a month on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. He urged the public to attend the
Waterfront Festival this weekend.
Roger Hertrich, Edmonds, commented since the Council's attempted purchase of the Skipper's
property, he has questioned the balance in the REST 1 and REET 2 funds. He questioned the use of
acquisition REST funds for bonded indebtedness rather than the REST fund that funds repairs,
particularly since several of the projects funded are repairs including the library and recreational facilities.
He recalled Parks & Recreation Director Brian McIntosh stated recreational facilities and libraries were
not listed as an allowable use for REST 2. He asked City Attorney Scott Snyder to explain why bonded
indebtedness for recreational facilities and libraries were funded via the acquisition REET fund rather
than the repair fund. He suggested the bonded indebtedness for the library and recreational facilities be
paid from the repair fund in order to free up money in the acquisition fund.
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10. RECONSIDERATION OF FUNDING SOURCE FOR CLIMATE SOLUTIONS NEW ENERGY
CITIES.
Council President Pro Tem Peterson explained on May 18 the Council approved funding for a partnership
with Climate Solutions to become a New Energy City and to increase the City's energy independence. At
that meeting the $15,000 cost was funded from the Council's professional services budget. Further
research by Council President Bernheim and staff determined the Council Contingency Fund was the
appropriate funding source.
Councilmember Plunkett inquired whether a reconsideration motion was necessary.
City Attorney Scott Snyder advised the Council authorized a contract on May 18 and the source of
funding was now an issue. The Council's designation of funding is not confirmed until approval of the
mid -year budget amendment.
COUNCILMEMBER FRALEY - MONILLAS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
BUCKSHNIS, FOR RECONSIDERATION OF THE MAY 1.8 MOTION TO ACCEPT CLIMATE
SOLUTIONS' PROPOSAL AS PRESENTED WITH FUNDS FROM THE PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES PORTION OF THE COUNCIL BUDGET. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM PETERSON MOVED THAT THE FUNDING SOURCE
COME FROM THE COUNCIL CONTINGENCY FUND. MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A
SECOND.
Council President Pro Tern Peterson asked whether the City still had a contract with Climate Solutions
and was it only the source of funding that was in question. Mr. Snyder responded the City Clerk was not
certain whether the contract had been signed.
Councilmember Fraley- Monillas explained she had been approached by a citizen regarding the need to
spend $15,000 on this when the City was experiencing budgetary issues. She was in favor of the Council
having further discussion regarding the $15,000 expenditure. After rereading an earlier packet, it appeared
Climate Solutions' proposal would be an interesting endeavor for the City but she was uncertain citizens
were supportive of the expenditure at this time or whether it should be considered during the budget
process.
Mayor Haakenson suggested having the City Clerk determine whether the contract had been signed and
schedule the matter on a future agenda. Mr. Snyder suggested the Council direct Mayor Haakenson and
the City Clerk not to execute the agreement and hold it for reconsideration. Mayor Haakenson commented
it was possible the contract had been signed based on previous Council action.
COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BUCKSHNIS,
TO DIRECT MAYOR HAAKENSON NOT TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT.
Councilmember Plunkett explained he did not support acceptance of Climate Solutions' proposal on May
18 and did not support it at this time. He preferred to consider the expenditure as part of the budget
process.
Councilmember Buckshnis advised she received three phone calls and one person approached her
regarding the $15,000 expenditure. She suggested the City think locally, pointing out the numerous
citizens involved in Sustainable Edmonds. She also preferred to learn more about Climate Solutions.
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Council President Pro Tern Peterson was uncertain what information was lacking with regard to Climate
Solutions and the contract, pointing out this topic had been on the agenda twice before tonight as well as
considered twice by the Community Services /Development Services Committee. He also provided the
May 181" materials to Councilmember Buckshnis who indicated that was the first time she had heard of it.
He explained Climate Solutions' proposed contract described in detail how the funds would be used. To
Councilmembers Fraley- Monillas and Buckshnis' comments that they had been contacted by citizens, he
assured he had been contacted by many more people thanking him for entering into a contract with
Climate Solutions. He commented an informal survey based on citizens contacting Councilmembers after
a vote was taken was not a good way to govern.
Council President Pro Tern Peterson pointed out Sustainable Edmonds was the organization that brought
Climate Solutions to Edmonds. He assured Climate Solutions was one of the most respected
environmental groups in the country if not the world. Their annual breakfast featured speakers Van
Johnson and King County Executive Dow Constantine, was attended by several State Senators, and raised
over $300,000. He assured Climate Solutions was not a fly -by -night organization but a group with years
of experience and provided the City the opportunity to be on the leading edge of a clean energy future. He
cited the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico as an example of the need for the City to make a difference in its
energy future. He summarized the Council was elected to make smart investments and tough decisions.
Councilmember Fraley- Monillas commented her decision was not based on one phone call or Senators
and Councilmembers who attended a breakfast, it was because this was a $15,000 expenditure of the
City's budget, 1/4`'' the amount provided to the Senior Center and 1/5`'' provided for Yost Pool. She
suggested delaying the expenditure until the Council had a better idea of its fiscal future.
Councilmember Buckshnis acknowledged she was biased toward Climate Solutions. Her issue was the
need for additional information such as whether it was possible to fund the contract in $5,000 increments
rather than $15,000 which was 75% of the Council Contingency Fund. She agreed Climate Solutions was
a good group, concluding she needed time to determine whether local resources such as the Mayor's
Climate Protection Committee could provide these services.
Councilmember Plunkett commented his motion was subject to someone returning the contract with
Climate Solutions to the Council in the future. He suggested it be considered during the budget process,
advising he would not support it then either.
MOTION CARRIED (3 -1), COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM PETERSON VOTING NO.
11. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Haakenson informed the Council on June 8 at 6:00 p.m, they would be interviewing the three
finalists for the Public Works Director position. An interview team interviewed 6 -7 candidates last week
from a pool of approximately 40 -50 excellent applicants. He invited the Council to provide him their
feedback before he made his selection.
Mayor Haakenson reported yesterday's Memorial Day ceremony was very well attended despite the rain.
He recognized the Cemetery Board for the amazing job they do organizing that event.
12. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council President Pro Tem Peterson echoed Mayor Haakenson's comments regarding the Memorial Day
service. He recognized Mayor Haakenson for his impassioned speech that acknowledged the meaning of
the day. He thanked the nearly 200 people who attended the service in the wind and rain to honor past and
present members of the military.
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Councilmember Buckshnis provided a reminder of the Waterfront Festival this week sponsored by the
Rotary Club of Edmonds. The Tall Ships visit the city on Thursday; Lady Washington will be in at 2:00
p.m. and will stage a mock fight scene.
Councilmember Buckshnis thanked Caffe Ladro, the location of the May 28 Town Hall meeting. She
remarked it was interesting to hear about that community's local concerns.
Councilmember Fraley- Monillas echoed Councilmember Buckshnis' comments regarding the Town Hall
meeting. She relayed the citizens' thanks to Mayor Haakenson for the heartfelt speech he made at the
Memorial Day service.
Mayor Haakenson thanked Mr. Yarberry for his presentation regarding the revisions to Title 19.
Mayor Haakenson's Resignation
Mayor Haakenson announced tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. he planned to hold an all -city employee meeting.
Two press releases will be issued tomorrow morning; the first from his office announcing he will be
resigning his position as Mayor at the end of the June. The second press release will be from the
Snohomish County Executive's office to announce he will be appointed as the Deputy County Executive
for Snohomish County. He explained he is often asked what he will do when he is done being mayor; his
answer has always been something will come along. Although this time it came not at the best time,
opportunities come when they come. He explained the Council will be responsible for appointing an
interim mayor to fulfill the remaining 18 month mayoral term. The Council can appoint any registered
voter who has lived in the City for at least one year. Out of respect for City employees, he requested those
with Twitter, Facebook and blogs refrain from posting this announcement until 8:00 a.m. June 2 to allow
him to make the announcement to his staff.
City Attorney Scott Snyder distributed a memo containing the RCWs regarding appointment of a Mayor.
13. ADJOURN
With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
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