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10/15/1985 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO OCTOBER 29, 1985 APPROVAL EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES October 15, 1985 The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Larry Naughten in the Plaza Meeting Room of the Edmonds Library. All present joined in the flag sa- lute. PRESENT ABSENT, STAFF PRESENT Larry Naughten, Mayor Jo -Anne Jaech Elaine Dimon, Accounting Supervisor John Nordquist Peter Hahn, Dir., Comm. Svcs. Dept. Steve Dwyer Bobby Mills, Public Works Supt. Laura Hall Mary Lou Block, Planning Div. Mgr. Bill Kasper Scott Snyder, City Attorney Lloyd Ostrom Jackie Parrett, City Clerk Jack Wilson Caroll Palmer Maurer, Recorder Tamara Schwartze, Student Rep. Mayor Naughten noted that City Councilman Bruce Agnew was present to discuss the Cultural Arts District proposal for tax implementation. He stated that several Councilmembers had raised con- cerns about this issue. In addition, the City of Lynnwood at this moment was considering whether or not to impose an admissions tax. Therefore, it would be premature at this time to hold a hearing. He added that if Lynnwood did not vote favorably for the admissions tax, the issue would be moot. The Mayor continued that at the last meeting there were questions that had not been answered, so Mr. Agnew was willing to meet with the individual Councilmembers to go over the proposal. He requested that the City Council remove this item from the agenda for a few weeks. Councilmember Hall stated that those persons wishing to speak tonight would be given an opportuni- ty to do so. Mr. Snyder pointed that.this hearing had been scheduled for the benefit of the Council, rather than being required by law., Mr. Agnew referred to the letter sent to. Councilmembers reviewing some of their concerns. He stated that they were also interested in working with their legal counsel to exempt non-profit groups. Mr. Dwyer suggested that everyone should agree not to vote on this issue, because there was no vote to be taken. However, anyone wishing to speak should be afforded that opportunity tonight. CONSENT AGENDA Items (B), (C), (E), (F), (H) and (J) were removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The approved items on the Consent Agenda included the following: (A) Roll Call (D) Acknowledgment of Receipt of Claims for Damages from David Charles Pacher and Roberta P. Arrowsmith (G) Adoption of Ordinance 2529 Changing the Meeting Time of the Architectural Design Board from 7:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (I) Authorization of Contract with Clean Water Consultants, Inc. for Design of Improvements to Lift Station No. 7, and Odor Mitigation Measures ($5,300) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 8,'1985 [Item (B) on Consent Agenda] It was noted that in the second paragraph from the top on page 3, the word should be "public" use, rather than "business" use. The same correction was needed for page 4, second paragraph, in the motion. Councilmember Kasper referred to the third paragraph from the bottom on page 4, and mentioned that Councilmember Nordquist was also absent and did not vote. Councilmember Dwyer mentioned that on page 5, the word "not" should be inserted in the last sentence of the first full paragraph after the words "This would". He added that the word "Council" should be added to the end of the second sentence in the third full paragraph on that same page. Councilmember Kasper stated that on page 6, the last work on the third from last line should be changed from "Council" to "staff" and at the end of the next line within the quote, should be added the words "without proving the impacts really exist". Councilmember Hall suggested that the words "per- haps co -sponsored" be inserted after "booth" in the first line under "COUNCIL" on page 7. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, THAT THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 8, 1985 BE APPROVED AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED. ION OF ORDINANCE 2527 AMENDING CHAPTERS 15 AND 16 OF CODE. AMENDING COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 2527 AMENDING CHAPTERS 15 AND 16, AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE POLICY PLAN AND ZONING ORDINANCE, TEXTS AND 14APS RELATING TO DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONE DISTRICTS (HIGHWAY 99 STUDY). A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN, AND MOTION CARRIED, WITH COUNCILMEMBERS NORDQUIST AND KASPER OP- POSED. Councilmember Kasper stated he was opposed for the same reasons expressed during the meeting of October 8, 1985. (Councilmember Jaech was absent, and Councilmember Hall was out of the room.) RIZATION TO DISPOSE IRPLUS VEHICLES THROUGH STATE ' REDISTRIBUTION.OFFICE [Item Mr. Mills was asked why the Snohomish County resale had not been utilized rather than disposing of surplus vehicles through the State Property Redistribution Office, as it was much closer than the State office in Auburn. Mr. Mills stated he had not checked into this possibility, but would do so, if thatlwas the Council's wish. He noted that use by other cities of this State office had proven effeSctive. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, TO AP- PROVE AUTHORIZATION TO DISPOSE OF SURPLUS VEHICLES THROUGH THE STATE PROPERTY REDISTRIBUTION OFFICE. MOTION CARRIED. OF ORDINANCE 2528 AME ' THE STREET STANDARDS TABLE [I Councilmember Ostrom thought the Council should review the Table of Street Standards. Councilmem- ber Wilson agreed, adding that he would like more information. Ms. Block suggested that the Council might wish to review the entire Table of Street Standards, and added that the only pur- pose of this amendment was to incorporate the sidewalk standards into the Table. She suggested that this Ordinance be adopted, so that people would be aware of City requirements. After adop- tion, the Council could discuss the Table of Street Standards. Councilmember Ostrom suggested that this would be a good topic for discussion by the Community Services Committee. COUNCILMEM- BER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 2529, AMENDING THE STREET STANDARDS TABLE. MOTION CARRIED. REPORT ON BIOSIAND AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT LOW BID OF $8,034.33, INCLUDING Councilmember the low bidder there had been wedding recept'li stalled. Mr. carpet. Counci if the wear and were received plaints all the out that he di'd regarding the 1 distributed som ng since its in oblem, no matter ig at a five yea he rental fee wa Councilmember Mr. Mills respon had to clean it rilmember Hall p near her chair. Councilmember Kasper conceded that the Should be made to remove stains before spending $4,000 t stalled only four years ago. He requested figures for a of same, and mentioned that it was a maintenance problem reason to.think a new carpet would fare any better than asked if the carpeting was cleaned immediately after ren tively, addinglthat it was cleaned on Mondays. Councilm cleaned the same day of a function, rather than waiting tioned the carpeting in relationship to its cost effecti rates of the room be increased to offset this cost. Cou policy was being enforced. Mr. Mills responded that he Naughten stated the figures should be reconfirmed. Coun a question of 'raising the rent for the room, the carpeti that it would be better to spend money on carpeting now ing the rent. Councilmember Hall suggested that a polic floor area could be enforced. She was of the opinion th "first cabin", and suggested that the damage deposit pol Mills stated that his staff would investigate a charge f COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HAL INCLUDING SALES TAX, FROM RELIABLE FLOOR COVERING FOR RE ING ROOM AND :HE FINANCE BUILDING. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS Wilson asked for more information was Reliable Floor Covering, and problems with the present carpeti ons are held, stains become a pr Mills stated that they were lookir lmember Ostrom queried whether t tear was that much of a problem. from people using the facility. time, especially from those who not see any wear or tear. Coun RELI- ow bidder. Mr..Mills replied th e carpet samples. He noted that stallation, and added that when what type of carpet is in- r replacement for this type of s high enough for use of the roo Wilson asked if many complaints ded that he had received com- . Councilmember Kasper pointed ointed out a hole in the carpeti carpeting was stained, but an effort o replace carpeting that had been in - new the floor, as well as maintenance rather than one of wear. He had no the present one. Councilmember Kasper tal functions. Mr. Mills responded neg ember Kasper suggested the carpeting be to clean it. Councilmember Wilson ques veness, and suggested that the rental ncilmember Kasper asked if the deposit would ask his staff about this. Mayor cilmember Dwyer mentioned that if it we ng request could be approved. He added and let the staff worry about increas- y of pouring beverages in the aggregate at the Plaza Meeting Room should be icy should be strictly enforced. Mr. or cleaning up after the fact. L, TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID OF $8,034.33, PLACEMENT OF CARPETING IN THE PLAZA MEE TAKEN, AND MOTION CARRIED, WITH at m, ng a- re T- COUNCILMEMBERS OSTROM AND KASPER OPPOSED. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2 October 15, 1985 SET DATE OF NOVEMBER 4 1985 FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED SEVEN LOT SUBDIVISION AT 16828 - 76TH AVE. W. - -(Item on Consent AgendaJ Councilmember Dwyer asked if the proposed ordinances scheduled for this meeting would be held as hearings. City Attorney Scott Snyder responded that the reorganization of the criminal code was a fairly straightforward procedure, but the "pooper scooper" proposal may receive a lot of attention. He mentioned that water craft speed limits would also be considered on that date. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, TO APPROVE ITEM (J) ON THE CONSENT AGENDA AND THAT THE AGENDA SUBSEQUENTLY BE CLOSED FOR THAT DATE. MOTION CARRIED. AUDIENCE There was no audience participation. FINANCIAL REPORT FROM SENIOR CENTER Russell Berg, 220 Railroad Avenue, stated he is Director of the Senior Center, and expressed appreciation of the City's support of this activity. He referred to a recent Seattle Times arti- cle written by Sociologist' Alice Day, warning the public of the tremendous changes i'n demography regarding the elderly. He. noted that some seniors find their way into nursing homes.. Howev- er, the rest are being cared for in their own homes, and the Senior Center is a real part of this network. Mr. Berg stated it is not uncommon to find three generations at the.Senior Cen- ter, and added that there are a large number of seniors in the community who are caring for aged parents. If the younger senior were to be hospitalized, there would be no one to take care of the elder senior. He pointed out that a large number of those at the Senior Center were into their 80's and 90's, and the usual care was breaking down due to ,the mobility in our socie- ty. Therefore, many seniors did not have the support which is needed, and so found their way to the Senior Center. Mr. Berg stated that many times, the staff almost became a part of their family, due to the large breakdown in our society of the nuclear family. He added that there was not the exchange between the.virious age groups that there should be. Therefore, the Senior Center also occasionally creates an opportunity for the schools and the various ages to inter- change. Mr. Berg pointed out the large number of programs available at the Center, and noted that it had become rather famous throughout the country because of its innovative programs. He added that the Board of Directors is not only very interested, but also quite knowledgeable about se- nior issues, and is constantly trying to conceive ideas to reach the seniors. He again thanked the Council for their support of this program. Marlene Bennett, 8126 - 186th S.W., stated she is President of the South County Senior Center To-a—FU-6-F9i rectors, an a een a Board member for approximately ten years. This was her second year as President, and she was also a practicing CPA. Ms. Bennett noted that this year, she had worked extensively on the financial status of the Senior Center. She had also tried to stabi- lize the additional funding, so that they would not become the victims to which so many non-profit groups were subject. Ms. Bennett gave a brief synopsis of the balance sheets, and noted that the annual budget was $125,000 per year. Funding came partially from local municipali- ties, including the City of Edmonds, and partially from United Way. Ms. Bennett added that an occasional grant is received for a specific item. She noted that the Senior Center als6 received financial assistance with their nutrition program. However, approximately 40 to 50 percent of the funding was self raised. Ms. Bennett stated that some of this came from renting their build- ing. She offered to share her rental experiences with Councilmembers, and recommended that carpet- ing not be installed in the Plaza Meeting Room. Ms. Bennett added that the Senior Center also had a thrift shop which .provided approximately $15,000 per year. She mentioned that Snohomish County had this year granted the Senior Center $10,000.bowever, this money must be utilized to purchase items from Snohomish County that the Center does not necessarily need. This year, Ms. Bennett had approached all of the participating City Councils, in an effort to increase their support. She has been able to use the City of Edmonds contributions as a model for other cities., and mentioned that Edmonds also had supported the Senior Center building, as well as donated the land upon which it was constructed. This had helped to increase the fund- ing. Ms. Bennett noted that this year, just to keep pace with inflation, she was requesting a 5 percent increase from the City of Edmonds. However, more money was being requested from other municipalities, so that they would be contributing their fair share. She pointed out that they would be losing $4,000 to $5,000 from their nutrition program funding this year, and that their insurance premium had jumped from $3,000 to $5,000 last year. In addition, the Senior Center would be henceforth solely supporting the Senior Employment Program. Ms. Bennett stressed that the Senior Center was "running out of money, and there was every indication that some of the municipalities may be cutting back when they are no longer receiving revenue sharing funds from the federal government". EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3 October 15, 1985 Councilmember Hall asked if the Public Industry Council (P.I.C.) funds were drying up, and Ms. Bennett responded that there apparently had been a decision to place the money elsewhere. She added that in the past, the Senior Center had been paid $200 per month to help support the tele- phone and operational supplies. Additionally, for each placement made, they received $40. Howev- er, this funding would no longer be available after July, 1985. Every effort had been made to make people aware of the value of this program and the number of people being placed as a re- sult. She was not aware of what had happened to the funding, but knew the Senior Center would not be a recipient after July. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO APPROVE $17,300 FOR THE SOUTH COUNTY SENIOR CENTER IN 1986. 140TION CARRIED. COUNCIL ACTION ON HEARING OF SEPTEMBER 17 APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION REGARDING HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT (POMEROY/CU-9-85) Mr. Snyder noted that this issue came under the purview of Section 20.20, Home Use Occupation Provisions. He suggested that the Council address the criteria and refer it to him for drafting findings of fact and conclusions of law for the next meeting. He noted that the Code was orient- ed toward granting home occupation permits, as long as the applicants met certain criteria. Mr. Snyder pointed out that the applicant had raised the issue of the grandfather right to use the property. He noted that the issue had also been raised that the home occupation use was secondary to the residential use. The issue before the Council was whether or not the criteria had been met and if so, if the home occupation permit were granted, what conditions should be imposed. He suggested the following conditions be imposed if this permit were granted: 1. Criteria for use of the property for parking certain vehicles to load and unload. 2. The Hearing Examiner's finding that sale of items off the premises was prohibited is not warranted by the Code, and should therefore, should be overturned. Councilmember Ostrom did not see any justification for the Hearing Examiner's Condition 2, and suggested that it be deleted. He added that the purpose of a home occupation permit was to con- duct business. He also wondered about the amount of space devoted to the home occupation and how much was devoted.to the residence. Mr. Snyder stated that the Council could impose a condition that the use be limited to a defined space. Councilmember Dwyer noted that there had been corre- spondence regarding whether or not the Hearing Examiner had the authority to impose conditions more stringent upon the applicant than the staff had imposed. Mr. Snyder responded that the issue was moot, because the Council had been hearing the application de novo from the beginning. He added that any decision of the Hearing Examiner did not bind the Council. Councilmember Dwyer requested that this be included in the Conclusion, rather than the Findings. With regard to the bus, Councilmember Dwyer pointed out that staff had been more lenient than the Hearing Examiner. His concern was that the bus was a vehicle owned by a corporation that did business with the applicant, but was a legally separate entity from him. Moreover, although the applicant was apparently the sole shareholder in this corporation, the corporation was not owned by the person owning the property, the applicant's mother. He added that the Council was awarding the home occupation permit to Mr. Pomeroy in his individual capacity, since he was the one who had applied for the permit. Councilmember Dwyer was of the opinion that it was legiti- mate to impose conditions regarding how the permit holder did business with a corporation. He recommended that the Council retain the restriction imposed by the Hearing Examiner on .the exis- tence and length of tenure of the different vehicles owned by Gem Productions. Councilmember Kasper noted that the Council had in prior actions allowed wreckers and other types of corpora- tion vehicles to remain on home occupation permit property. The only difference was that they were for immediate use. Mr. Dwyer responded that he thought it proper to view the ownership of the vehicles as being separate from the ownership of the home. Councilmember Hall stated that regardless of whether or not there was any incorporation involved, what was concerning the neigh- bors was the unsightly vehicles. Councilmember Hall added that she would like to see this re- solved with the neighbors. She would also feel more comfortable if there were some screening plantings, if the vehicle activity were limited and if the applicant would be willing to meet with the neighborhood. Councilmember Hall was concerned about making a decision on an issue that was based upon a neighborhood squabble. She had again viewed the property today, and had noted the vehicles. She added that it was a nice neighborhood, but it was also one that was in transi- tion. She volunteered to meet with the neighbors in an effort to settle this problem. Councilmember Dwyer stated the Council could not impose consensus and harmony in the neighbor- hood. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, THAT THE HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT BE AWARDED TO MR. POMEROY, SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS IMPOSED BY THE HEARING EXAMINER, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF CONDITION 2, WHICH SHOULD BE DELETED. Councilmember Hall noted that this did not take into consideration the staff recommendation not to allow the vehicles on the site in excess of 24 hours. Councilmember Dwyer noted that Condition 3 included this consideration. Mayor Naughten pointed out that Councilmember Hall's comment about some additional screening was EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4 October 15, 1985 a good one, and added that this would help to reduce.the trauma. Councilmember Wilson noted that this was incorporated. Councilmember Kasper mentioned that if the applicant wanted the trailer, he should move it to the back area of the yard. He was also concerned about the Council imposing additional conditions on top of what was originally set forth. Councilmember Hall emphasized that she wanted the screening imposed. She suggested that the larger vehicle be placed in back . on the south side of the property so that the neighbors would not view it, and added that the applicant needed this vehicle in order to conduct his business. She noted that this was an ele- ment of business not otherwise available in the area. Some of the children and the seniors en- joyed his programs. With proper screening and satisfactory placement of the vehicles, she was in favor of granting the permit. Councilmember Ostrom stated that there were two huge vehicles. Therefore, he was in favor of keeping the restriction that they not be allowed on the property. He did not think this conformed to the Conditions in Section 20.20 regarding home occupation -permits. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO AMEND THE MOTION TO IN- CLUDE THE STAFF RECOMMENDATION THAT THE VEHICLES BE.ALLOWED TO REMAIN ON THE SITE FOR A PERIOD OF 24 HOURS WHEN LOADING AND UNLOADING. MOTION CARRIED, WITH COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST OPPOSED. Councilmember Ostrom noted that the applicant did not presently have a license to conduct busi- ness in the City of Edmonds. City Clerk Jackie Parrett responded that a business license could not be issued unless the applicant already had a home occupation permit. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER'S MOTION, AS AMENDED, CARRIED. HEARING ON PROPOSED 5-LOT SUBDIVISION AT 721 EDMONDS WAY (P-3-85/HOMELAND HOMES) Ms. Block gave background information regarding this proposal, and noted that staff recommended that the Council adopt the Hearing Examiner's findings of fact. The Hearing Examiner had conclud- ed that the application was consistent. with the RS requirements of the Edmonds Zoning Ordi- nance, and the proposed plat also conformed to the Edmonds Comprehensive Plan. It met the require- ments of the Community Development Code as well, and.a Declaration of Nonsignificance had been issued for the proposed development. She noted that staff's recommendation of approval was.sub- ject to the Conditions imposed in Finding 12. Hank Lewis, 21723 - 97th Ave..W'., noted that he was the representative for Homeland Homes. - e offered to distribute larger scale maps, if Councilmembers wished to see them. Councilmember Hall requested one. Mr. Lewis stated that the road layout and the lot square footages showed the minimum standards. However, they had improved the road by increasing the width from 20 to 25 feet, and had also included a turn around cul-de-sac. Max W. Cady, 7289 - 15th Ste. S.W., asked about the building height restrictions in the City. Mayor Naughten responded that 25 feet was the maximum height limit within the City of Edmonds. The Mayor closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, TO ADOPT THE HEARING EXAMINER'S FINDINGS OF FACT AND APPROVE THE PROPOSED PRELIMINARY PLAT OF P-3-85. MOTION CARRIED. REQUEST FOR MAIN STREETS PROGRAM FUNDING Councilmember Nordquist noted that the Council had not conducted any budget hearings, and there was no reason why this should be held up any longer than necessary. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, THAT $7,500 BE AUTHORIZED FOR THE 1986 MAIN STREETS PROGRAM, AND THAT THE MAYOR BE INSTRUCTED TO INCLUDE THIS AMOUNT IN HIS BUDGET. MOTION CARRIED, WITH COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM OPPOSED. HEARING TO REVIEW TAXATION REQUEST FROM CULTURAL ARTS STADIUM AND CONVENTION DISTRICT Mayor Naughten noted that County Councilmember Bruce Agnew had requested that this item be continued. He added that the Council would not be voting tonight, but would be accepting testimo- ny. Councilmember Ostrom noted that there would not only be further discussion, but also another hearing on this issue. Jerry Ward, 1125 Vista Place, stated he is Chairman of the Edmonds Arts Commission. He read aloud a statement regarding ending of the Edmonds Arts Commission in relationship to the hotel/mo- tel tax, and gave examples of this funding use within the City. Mr. Ward also requested Council consideration in amending the Ordinance not only to further the City of Edmonds Visual Arts Pro- grams, but also to use the stable funding to further the Arts Commission. Linda McCr stal Information/Arts Coordinator for the Edmonds Parks and Recreation Division, state that t e hotel/motel tax could be used beneficially in Edmonds. She noted that it would increase and attract tourists, as well as help the economic base. Ms. McCrystal pointed out that Ordinance 2010 stated the City was limited to acquisition, construction or operation of such convention facilities. Besides the construction that implementation of this tax would permit, it EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5 October 15, 1985 could also be used for advertising and publicizing the community college. She proposed that the City Ordinance be amended to help promote tourism in Edmonds, and noted that the projects that had been "on hold" which could be paid for by this fund were numerous. Ms. McCrystal continued that she was worried about the success of the Performing Arts Center project, and mentioned that we could use the hotel/motel tax to improve the facilities within the City. She noted that the community college, as well as the community, were lacking a performance hall theater. She request- ed that a stable funding base be provided for the Edmonds Arts Commission. Councilmember Wilson agreed, adding that it was economically sound and would not only generate business, but also attract people to this community. He encouraged the Council to "move in this direction in the 1986 budget process". Mr. Snyder commented that if.the Council were to use the money as Council - member Wilson had suggested, the original ordinance would have to be amended. Natalie Shippen, 1022 Euclid was hopeful the Council would focus on the project for which money was being considered. She pointed out that there had been no exploration of the proposed physical facility, nor was there any budget into which 'to fit the $350,000. She requested that a hearing be held on this project, as well as to review the Harrison Price project., She added that as a voter there was no direct access to the Arts Board. She emphasized that all'of the attention had been given to the large theater, but in the meantime, nothing had been done about a very real community need. Ms. Shippen stressed that some attention needed to be focused upon the nature of the project. She po.inted out that if the Council was in favor of the one half hotel/mo- tel tax proposal, there should be some understanding of how the money would be spent. She added that the small theater did not have much of a chance, unless it was separated from that issue. Mayor Naughten closed the public hearing. Councilmember Ostrom did not think a large auditorium was needed but that a decent place for local groups was. He added that everyone had lost track of the original purpose of the whole project. He asked how the money would be "made up" if the project proved to be economically unfeasible. He added that everyone had wanted something for Edmonds, but this facility was not even close to the City. He suggested that the whole project be re-evaluated. Councilmember Ostrom noted that if the large facility were constructed predicated on attendance projections of 200 nights per year for 1,000 people at ticket prices of $10.00 each, the local groups could not afford to use it. He emphasized that it was "time to get the project back on tract". COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO REOPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING. MOTION CARRIED. JoAnn Stevens Morton, 20714 - 76th West, stated she had been involved in tourism and had supported Edmonds Tor a long time. We -noted that half of the hotel/motel tax was for the Cultur- al Arts Center, and suggested that some of the remaining money be spent in ways that would pro- mote Edmonds. She requested an opportunity to present such a proposal at a later time. Jacque Mayo, 415 Main Street, (owner of Edmonds Theater) suggested that Puget Sound Chris- tian College could be renovated to house many people for performance purposes. He also voiced his opposition to the proposed 5 percent tax for the Edmonds Theater. Mr. Mayo stated the real issue was that he would like to see the money spent in the community where everyone could enjoy it. Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of 'the hearing. Councilmember Hall noted that the Tax District had been formed by a vote of the people, and this needed to be kept in mind when thinking about funding. Councilmember Hall added that she would be saying more about this issue at a future hearing. Councilmember Ostrom stated he did not con- test the Tax District's authority to tax, but rather Edmonds taking its tax money and giving it to another authority. Councilmember Kasper stated that if the facility was going to be located "that far east,'the Council should be talking about a whole new district". Mayor Naughten announced that the Council would recess for 15 minutes to Executive Session to continue the interviews for Council Assistant, and the meeting would be reconvened thereafter. The meeting was recessed at 9:00 p.m. and reconvened at 9:17 p.m. UNDERWRITER'S OFFER TO PURCHASE MEADOWDALE LID BONDS AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE 2530 Mary Hughes, 4548 - 89th Ave. S.E. Mercer Island, stated that she, Mayor Naughten and Accounting Supervisor Elaine Ulmon had met today with the firms submitting bids. They received three bids, which were summarized in Exhibit A of a letter she had provided to the Council. The three bidders were Seattle -First National Bank, Dain Bosworth Inc., and Campbell Waterman Inc. She pointed out that there was very little difference in the interest rate between the two best bids. Sea -First's bid was 9.63 percent. Ms. Hughes noted that last week the bond buyer's revenue index had been 9.61 percent. She added that 10-year bonds usually sold at a much lower EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6 October 15, 1985 interest rate than 25 year bonds. However, Edmonds' 25-year LID bond fared as well as the best of the 25 year LID bonds. Ms. Hughes stated there were 222 parcels in this LID. A comparison of the Sea -First and Campbell Waterman bids revealed a difference of $35,000 in future money. She had not calculated the present money difference. She added that the difference in rates calculat- ed out to $156 per parcel. Ms. Hughes recommended that the Council accept the Sea -First bid. Mayor Naughten commented that Mr. Housler's goal was to obtain the lowest interest rate possi- ble for the people in the Meadowdale area, and he had succeeded in this endeavor. Ms. Hughes noted that the Council could approve a rate up to a maximum of .5 percent above the successful bidder amount, in order to cover administrative and other costs. Mayor Naughten mentioned that .5 percent was only $4,250. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE'i2530 RELATING TO THE BONDS FOR LID 210, TO ACCEPT THE BID OF SEATTLE-FIRST NATIONAL BANK, AND THAT A TOTAL INTEREST RATE OF 10.13 PERCENT BE INSERTED IN SECTION 7 ON PAGE 8 OF THE DRAFT ORDINANCE. MOTION CARRIED. MAYOR The Mayor announced that the annual United Good Neighbors breakfast would be held October 25, 1985 from 6:30 to 8:00 a.m., in the Maintenance Shop. Councilmembers were invited to attend. Mayor Naughten announced that there would be a Town Hall meeting on October 29, 1985 at Seaview Heights Elementary School, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. He noted that this would be•the first meeting in the Seaview area, and it would be co -sponsored by the Seaview PTA. COUNCIL Councilmember Wilson stated that he had been impressed with the way Governor Gardner was ap- proaching the state's position in attracting business, and that a substantial amount of state funding had been allocated for this effort. He noted that in a modest way, the City of Edmonds could look at its own level of ability, and perhaps make some progress along this line. Councilmember Kasper noted that recent action of the Health Board has resulted to the City's being committed to an additional $11,000 assessment in the form of an increase from $2.12 to $2.54 per capita, and that this was a 20 percent increase. He pointed out that a lot of problems in growth had not yet been addressed. The County had reduced its percentage per capita, so the slack was being taken up by the cities. Therefore, this $11,000 shortfall would have to be worked out by the City of Edmonds. Mayor Naughten commented that no commitment could be made on behalf of the City unless it had Council approval. Councilmember Hall asked if there had been any discussion relative to increasing the fines, noting that typically a fine was imposed, plus the particular eating establishment was required to be closed for a day. She requested Councilmember Kasper to provide the Council with a range of the fines imposed. Councilmember Kasper stated the Council could appeal the $11,000 increase. Councilmember Hall stated .she would like some input - into this, and Mayor Naughten added that he did not want to accept the $11,000 increase "lying down". Councilmember Kasper noted that there had been no increase last year. There had been a $365,000 shortfall with the present program, and the County had, in turn, passed this short fall on to the various municipalities. Councilmember Ostrom suggested that this be put on the agenda for discussion. Councilmember Kasper stated he would circulate the information requested by Councilmember Hall through the Administrative Services Committee for a recommendation. Council - member Ostrom asked what was being done to raise the fines of the violators. Councilmember Nord- quist mentioned that an invitation from the Mayor to Dr. Hyatt to discuss this would be well received. Mayor Naughten will do so for a November agenda. Councilmember Kasper requested a report from the Community Services Committee regarding Lift Station No. 7. He added that Councilmembers need to know what is causing all the problems of that lift station. He noted that it was over capacity now and would cost a lot of money to re- pair. Councilmember Hall stated grease was causing all the problems, and added that "Drano only goes so far". Councilmember Nordquist announced that the Council Assistant position would be offered to Ms. Karen Feltes. Councilmember Nordquist noted that indemnification of employees and appointed and elected offi- cials was on the Consent Agenda for the next regular meeting but he was aware that there may be further discussion desired. He asked if the Council wanted to discuss this on the October 22 Council Committee agenda, but the Council did not, noting that the last time they did that it did not work well. Mr. Snyder noted that the ordinance would be ready for the November 4 meeting. Everyone was in agreement that this item should be placed on the November 4 regular agenda, rath- er than the Consent Agenda. ADJOURNMENT meeting was adjourned at 9:48n p.m. EL PJE G. PARRETT, City C er OF r�• .Y S. MUGHTEN, fla or EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7 October 15, 1985 I E�