PPW021120PARKS & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MEETING
February 11, 2020
Elected Officials Present
Councilmember Susan Paine (Chair)
Councilmember Diane Buckshnis
Staff Present
Phil Williams, Public Works Director
Rob English, City Engineer
Francis Chapin, Cultural Services Manager
Shannon Burley, Deputy Parks Director
Jeff Taraday, City Attorney
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Authorization to Advertise Call to Artists
Ms. Chapin explained in accordance with the one percent for art policy established in 1975, staff and
the Arts Commission presents the Call to Artists to Council for approval prior to advertising. There are
currently Calls to Artists for two public projects, 1) primary entry to Civic Park on 6t" Avenue, and 2)
artwork to replace the book drop in front of the Edmonds Library. Funding for the library project includes
$35,000 in private donations ($30,000 from Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation and $5,000 from Friends
of the Edmonds Library). She responded to a question regarding membership on the selection panel
and distributed an Edmonds Public Arts Walking Tour brochure.
Action: Schedule on Consent Agenda
2. Presentation of a Professional Services Agreement with The Blueline Group for the Phase
11 Waterline Replacement Project
Mr. English explained following an RFQ in October 2019 for design engineering services for the 2021-
2022 Watermain Replacement project, Blueline Group was selected based on their qualifications and
experience. The first year of the contract includes preliminary design, geotech work, survey, and
estimates. From that, projects are selected for final design in 2020 and advertised for construction in
2021. The project is anticipated to include a total of 5,000-6,000 feet of replacement in the 2021 and
2022 program. The total contract fee is approximately $400,000 including a $36,700 management
reserve and is funded by the Water Utility Fund. Staff will present a scope of services next year for the
2022 program. Mr. English responded to a question regarding staff's prior experience with Blueline
Group.
Action: Schedule for Consent Agenda
3. Presentation of a Professional Services Aqreement with Murraysmith for the Phase 8
Sewerline Replacement Project
Mr. English explained following an RFQ in November 2019, Murraysmith was selected based on their
qualifications and experience. This project includes preliminary design in 2020 and projects identified
for final design and construction in 2021 and in 2022. Approximately 4,700 lineal feet will be replaced
over two years. Sites are determined using the 2013 Comprehensive Sewer System Plan as well as
coordination with other capital projects. The contract fee is $371,912, including a $20,000 management
reserve and is funded by the Sewer Utility Fund. He commented on the Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP)
program where pipes are relined rather than replaced.
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Discussion followed regarding coordination between utility projects, completion of the pedestrian -
activated Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) crosswalk near the Port, plans to install more
RRFB crossings, and insurance requirements for contracts.
Action: Schedule for Consent Agenda
4. Level 3 Communications LLC Franchise Ordinance
Mr. Taraday explained this franchise is based substantially on the terms of the MCI Metro Access
Franchise the City approved in 2017. He responded to questions regarding the term of the franchise,
inability under state law for the City to charge a franchise fee on a telephone business, and state law
definitions in the franchise.
Action: Schedule for Consent Agenda
The meeting was adjourned at 7:33 p.m.