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11/19/1985 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO NOVEMBER 26, 1985 APPROVAL EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 19, 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 STAFF PRESENT Larry Naughten, Mayor Mary Lou Block, Planning Div. Mgr. John Nordquist Peter Hahn, Comm. Svcs. Director Steve Dwyer Steve Simpson, Parks & Rec. Mgr. Laura Hall Bobby Mills, Pub. Wks. Supt. Jo -Anne Jaech Dan Prinz, Police Chief Bill Kasper Jack Weinz, Fire Chief Lloyd Ostrom Linda McCrystal, Arts Coordinator Jack Wilson Art Housler, Admin. Svcs. Director Tammy Schwartze, Student Rep. Scott Snyder,. City Attorney Jackie Parrett, City Clerk Margaret Richards, Recorder City Attorney Scott Snyder administered the oath of office for Councilmembers Dwyer and Wilson. Mr. Snyder said the oath was administered because a short-term situation exists between now and the close of the year so Councilmembers Dwyer and Wilson.have to fulfill the close of the term plus a full Council term. CONSENT AGENDA Items (C) and (E) were removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The approved items on the Consent Agenda included the following: (A) ROLL CALL (8) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 12, 1985 (D) ADOPTED ORDINANCE.2536 EFFECTING STREET VENDOR REGULATIONS (F) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2537 PROVIDING FOR THE PERFORMANCE OF THE CITY CLERK'S DUTIES IN HIS/HER ABSENCE (G) APPROVAL OF RECLASSIFICATION OF POLICE DEPARTMENT SECRETARY POSITION FROM NE-8 TO NE-5 (H) SET DATE OF OCTOBER 17, 1985 FOR HEARING ON APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER DECISION TO ALLOW A GUEST HOUSE AT 531 - 12th AVE. N. (CU-46-85/APPELLANTS: ROBERT KOO AND JAMES J. MAGNUS) (I) APPROVAL OF ARTS COMMISSION PHOTOGRAPH PURCHASES FROM PERCENT FOR PUBLIC ART ($1,500) (J) SET DATE OF DECEMBER 3, 1985 FOR HEARING ON PLANNING BOARD RECOMMENDATION FOR PROPOSED CONTRACT REZONE FROM RS-8 TO ON FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 23105 - 100th AVE. W. (LANDAU/R-4-85) PROPOSED ORDINANCE PROVIDING INDEMNIFICATION OF EMPLOYEES AND APPOINTED/ELECTED OFFICIALS Item C on Consent A en a Councilmember Jaech inquired whether the proposed ordinance had been perused by the insurance pool and, if so, what their response was. City Attorney Snyder replied that he forwarded a copy of the ordinance to Lew Leigh who commented that the insurance coverage that the City of Edmonds has does not apply, and he thought it might make it easier to obtain assistance in the prosecu- tion of a lawsuit. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, FOR.PASSAGE OF ITEM "C" ADOPTING ORDINANCE 2535. MOTION CARRIED. Peter Hahn, Comm. Svcs. Director, noted that the first paragraph on page two in the ordinance contained a sentence which was struck in the discussion of November 14. City Attorney Snyder concurred and apologized for this over- sight. Councilmember Dwyer requested that this item be put on the Consent Agenda for November 26, 1985. Mr. Snyder stated that the oversight fell into the category of a scrivener's error. He then requested a motion by the Council that the first half of the last sentence in the para- graph at the top of page two be deleted in the process of codification of a scrivener's error. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, THAT THE SECTION REFERRED TO BY MP,. SNYDER BE DELETED IN THE PROCESS OF CODIFICATION AS A SCRIVENER'S ERROR. MOTION CARRIED. PROPOSED ORDINANCE LEVYING 1986 PROPERTY TAXES [Item (E) on Consent Agenda] COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO MOVE ITEM "E" TO THE SATURDAY BUDGET WORK MEETING FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION. Councilmember Jaech asked when the ordinance had to be passed. Art Housler, Admin. Svcs..Director, replied by next week. MOTION CARRIED. PRESENTATION OF 'SHOPLIFTING AWARENESS PROCLAMATION TO EDMONDS HIGH SCHOOL DECA I Mayor Naughten read the proclamation of shoplifting awareness, noting that December 1 through December 31, 1985 was shoplifting awareness month..'He then presented the proclamation to the Edmonds High School Chapter of Distributive Education Clubs of America and complimented them in taking leadership. AUDIENCE Jim Allen, 726 Caspers Street, stated that the purpose of his presence was to present a petition by property owners in the vicinity of 86th West requesting that the City.Council, by resolution, establish a local improvement district to continue through and finish off 88th Avenue West from 204th Street to Main Street. He submitted the petition, noting it contained 44% of the signa- tures of the aggregate property owners. Mayor Naughten asked City Attorney Snyder what the legal process would entail. Mr. Snyder replied that the property owners could not initiate the L.I.D. because they lacked 50%; however, the Council was free to initiate, by resolution, an L.I.D. If the Council chose to do so, the next step would be to instruct the City Attorney to draft a resolu- tion. Mayor Naughten asked who would absorb the costs of the improvements. Mr. Snyder stated the costs would be apportioned in accordance with any one of a variety of methods that the Coun- cil would review, and authorize. Mayor Naughten stated this issue would be referred to a commit- tee for consideration and Staff recommendation. Dennis Russell, 23705 - 74th Ave. W., present on behalf of the Lake Ballinger Community Club, stated he appeared before the Edmonds City Council two weeks ago in regards to the shooting of ducks and geese in Lake Ballinger. He said he spoke with the Mountlake Terrace City Council, and they agreed that the shooting would be halted until November 18, 1985. Mr. Russell stated, howev- er, that agreement has been violated. He noted that according to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, shooting over an a baited area was punishable by up to a five hundred dollar fine and a six-month jail term. He said he thought the shooting would cease, though, at least for some time. He informed the Council that the City of Mountlake Terrace made a decision that they would contact the Edmonds City'Council to arrange a meeting to discuss this and other issues. Councilmember Hall asked MayorlNaughten if he had been contacted by the Mayor of Mountlake Terrace in connec- tion with this issue. Mayor Naughten replied that although he hasn't had an official reply as yet, he expects to be contacted in the near future. He added what the City of Mountlake Terrace chooses to do or'not to do is their own responsibility, and The City of Edmonds could only ex- press their disappointment. Councilmember Ostrom asked Mr. Russell if the City of Mountlake Terrace was interested in the formation of a joint Citizen's Committee to resolve the issue. Mr. Russell said they did not specifically state so. Mayor Naughten closed the audience portion. DISCUSSION WITH HEALTH OFFICER DR. CLARIS HYATT RE: INCREASE IN ASSESSMENT FOR HEALTH SERVICES i * Health Officer Dr. Claris Hyatt expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to appear before the Edmonds City Council. She then introduced Robert Petrich, Deputy Administrator. She stated that Snohomish Health District (SHD) is a separate health district which was established pursuant to State law in 1959 and reorganized in 1967 when State law permitted County Commissioners to mandate cities and towns within the County to be members of the Health District. She noted the purpose of appearing before the Council was to discuss the issue of financing of the Health Dis- trict and the 1986 budget. She stated the preliminary budget for 1986 was projected at $3,286,000. However, it was discovered SHD was $257,000 short. From 1975 to 1986 the County population increased by 37%. Because of a funding problem during this same period of time, the SHD work, force has decreased. Discussion ensued regarding the reasons for the projected deficit for 1986 which included 1) change in State law removing the mandated millages for public health and tuberculosis; 2) need for increased financial support from cities; 3) increasing expendi- tures; 4) declining revenues in 1985; 5) dependence upon pooling fund to balance the•1985 budg- et. Up into 1970 SHD always had mandated millages which guaranteed a funding base for each year. In 1977 the mandated millages ended through action of the State Legislature. Beginning in 1979, the SHD has had to submit budget requests and accept what contributions the County and Cities have been willing to make. The County offered SHO $1,360,000 for their 1986 budget. If *See December 3 1985 Minutes. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2 November 19, 1985 the mandated millages were still in effect, SHO would have received $3,162,000. However, while the County contribution dwindles in its percentage of support, it continues to exceed contribu- tions made by any city. In recent years, efforts have been made to generate additional revenue from cities and towns. However, total contribution has remained at less than 12%. Analyzing the indicated 1985 revenues have declined, and the budget was balanced by removing monies from the pooling fund. Several proposals were submitted to the Board of Health to generate more revenue but were rejected. So increases in fees were implemented to generate more revenue. The Budget Committee recommended implementation of a proposal to generate even more revenue, and the Board adopted this proposal on a preliminary basis, which resulted in an increased contribution from the County and cities. Snohomish County is among the fourth largest populated county in the State, but has the lowest amount of funds for public health. Snohomish County has agreed to allocate additional funds to come up with additional revenue needed. The Board approved the revised per capita rates for cities. On a long-term basis, it was agreed that the Chairman of the Board of Health approve a financing Committee to review the problem in 1986 and come up with solutions for a solid funding basis for the SHD. The Board asked that cities make additional contributions of $10 per citizen per year for public health in the years to come. Mayor Naughten inquired whether Dr. Hyatt had indicated that SHD had to deter enforcement of health violations because of legal fees. Dr. Hyatt noted at times that does occur, but they do get compliance. If compliance is not obtained, they resort to the Courts. Councilmember Dwyer asked if there was a short answer to why the SHD's position has loggerheaded in 1985. Dr. Hyatt responded that it was an inevitable situation, and the drop off in revenues contributed to the problem in 1985. Council - member Dwyer asked if there was any way in the past to have apportioned out the increase in budg- et needs. Dr. Hyatt said the increase was due to the change in funding. But a Committee was appointed composed of City representatives that recommended the per capita that was adopted. Councilmember Wilson asked, if the figures on the Counties have been holding for the recent years, why Snohomish County offers different types of programs. Dr. Hyatt stated Snohomish Coun ty offers different types of programs; that other counties have more commitment from the communi- ty for public health and deliver a lot more services, particularly in the area of public health. Councilmember Wilson asked if other counties have been struggling also. Dr. Hyatt said King and Pierce Counties receive a lot of support from the major cities in their areas, but she knew of departments that were far worse off than SHD. Mayor Naughten noted that Edmonds' contribution would increase in 1986 by $13,000 over 1985. Dr. Hyatt replied that the increase was 23%. Coun- cilmember Dwyer asked if increases would continue over the years. Dr. Hyatt said she thought so, - but wanted to see what type of proposal the Committee would come up with. Dr. Hyatt again thanked the Council for the invitation to appear before them and expressed her appreciation for their support. The meeting recessed at 8:15 p.m. and reconvened at 8:20 p.m. REVIEW OF 1985 FLOWER PROGRAM Steve Simpson, Parks & Rec. Director, prefaced the 1985 Flower Program with a slide presentation, noting more compliments had been received on the flower display this year. He said that the flower colors were coordinated by Jean Sterley and Linda Sullivan. Peter Hahn, Comm. Svcs. Direc- tor, stated the slide presentation was organized to demonstrate management's commitment to the Flower Program. He said the square footage of the program was increased from 13,700 sq. ft. to 18,400 sq. ft. Additionally, the number of hanging baskets have increased from 40 in 1981 to 125 in 1985. Mr. Hahn acknowledged Jean Sterley and Linda Sullivan in helping to coordinate and orchestrate the Flower Program. He added that a photo album would be given to Councilmembers in commemoration of the 1985 Flower Program. Mr. Simpson stated that the color scheme was arrived at by analyzing a range of .colored papers and blending the colors on the color boards. He said that the brochure was put together by Linda McCrystal, and the photographs of Edmonds in Bloom were taken by Linda Sullivan. Councilmember Ostrom asked what the cost of the Flower Program was in previous years. Mr. Hahn stated it was difficult to estimate the cost in.previous years, but record keeping would be improved in the future. He said the cost for 1985 is approximately $57,000. Councilmember Wilson asked if a square footage or hanging basket increase was anticipat- ed this year. Mr. Hahn replied that requests had been received from many people, but he felt it was a policy issue for the Council to decide. Councilmember Hall said she had contacted people regarding the Flower Program, and everyone indicated they would like to see the program continued despite the cost. She stated she felt other areas, such as Ballinger and Westgate, could be served if costs were cut. Councilmember Kasper inquired if the capital improvements were includ- ed on the corners. Mr. Hahn replied they were not, noting the $57,000 was expended for labor, materials, utilities, and equipment rental. Bobby Mills, Acctg. Pub. Wks. Supt., noted that azaleas are .being planted for the Winter Program to help reduce costs. Councilmember Nordquist expressed his appreciation to those who helped coordinate the Flower Program, noting that the aesthetic appeal outweighed the cost. Mayor Naughten said local merchants have also expressed their appreciation. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3 November 19, 1985 COUNCIL DECISION ON APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER DENIAL OF APPEAL OF -ISSUANCE OF MODIFICATION TO A BUIEDING PERMIT1 4,1985) Councilmember Ostrom stated the structures at issue are separate structures, and putting a breeze- way in between them does not make them part of the main structure. He stated he felt the interpre- tation the Council has taken of the City Code has been incorrect, and it needs to be amended. Councilmember Kasper concurred with Councilmember Ostrom. He questioned the purpose of breeze- ways in design when circumventing the Code. Councilmember Ostrom said the issue was the appeal of the issuance of a modification to the building permit, and noted if the Council questioned the whole issue of whether the building permit should have been issued for such a structure, then the real issue was being overlooked: Mayor Naughten stated the breezeway issue was being reviewed by the Planning Board. Tammy Schwartze, Student Rep., questioned whether the height of the roofl.ine was a valid issue. She also wondered why the Council would make a decision in the utilization of the structure. Mayor Naughten replied if Mr. Klukas met all Code requirements, he was free to do what he wanted to with the structure, providing it was legal. Councilmember Hall added that the height was not the real issue, but whether modification was possible. Councilmember Ostrom stat- ed that if the 'permit had been applied for as an accessory building, it would have fallen into the fifteen foot height limitation. But by adding a breezeway to the structure allowed the struc- ture to extend to a twenty-five foot height limitation. He said that there was a loophole in the City Code which needed to be reviewed and amended. Mayor Naughten stated the point in case was a modification to the original building permit allowing change in the pitch and design of the roof, and that the Hearing Examiner's decision to allow the modification was being appealed. COUNCILMEM- BER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, TO DENY THE APPEAL FOR THE ISSUANCE OF MODIFI- CATION OF BUILDING PERMIT AT 7417 LAKE BALLINGER WAY, stating .hi.s reason for so moving was that there was no practical alternative. Councilmember.Jaech concurred that the Code needed revision to omit the loophole which allows permittees to circumvent the Code. She added that Bob Boye stated that modification to the garage was done -prior to the issuance of the permit. If that were the case, she felt it was an issue which should be reviewed. MOTION CARRIED. PROPOSED ORDINANCE REGARDING AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO THE CITY'S ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE Police Chief Dan Prinz described the changes in the ordinance. Councilmember Hall asked how citizens were able to discern where their animals may or may not be allowed. Chief Prinz stated the general ordinance stated animals are excluded in a park or public place except in those areas where posted. Councilmember Ostrom asked if the ordinance was in effect and a person having charge of a cited animal didn't notify the owner what the outcome would be. Chief Prinz said the . person having charge would be charged, and the abatement would probably hold. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, TO CONTINUE DISCUSSION TO DECEMBER 17, 1985 FOR A PUBLIC HEARING. MOTION CARRIED. PROPOSED ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL COURT SYSTEM Police Chief Dan Prinz'stated District Courts were established in the early 70's. The City of Edmonds was asked to join South District Court. Later,.the City opted to revert to the Municipal Court System; however, it was forced in 1980 back to District Court. In 1984 the Court Improve- ment Act authorized cities to establish Municipal_Courts. Chief Prinz said he felt a Municipal Court System could improve communication with user departments, scheduling of witnesses, and finan- cial return to the City of Edmonds. He said he spoke with Art Housler, Admin. Svcs. Director, who felt the City could forecast a $36,000 savings if the Municipal Court System rrere instituted in January of 1986. COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, FOR PASSAGE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2538 ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL COURT.SYSTEM. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED TO AMEND THE MOTION TO ESTABLISH A MUNICIPAL COURT SYSTEM TO BE REVIEWED IN ONE YEAR. MOTION TO AMEND FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. Councilmember Dwyer stated he felt the District Court System has been detrimental to the citizens of Edmonds and he was in favor of the Municipal Court Sys- tem. Councilmember Ostrom said the reason he favored the Municipal Court.System was because it provided a better quality of law enforcement and at a better price. Councilmember Hall noted that the ordinance stated that the Judge and the Judge's Pro Tem will be appointed by the Mayor. She inquired if there was a confirmation step by Council. City Attorney Snyder replied according to enabling legislation 35.50.040, "The legislative authority of a City that has the general power of confirmation over mayorial appointment shall have the power to determinethe appointment of a Municipal judge." MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Snyder added that two-thirds of savings with the Court are represented by savings in the prosecutor's budget based on the assumption of a two-day week rather than three. PROPOSED ORDINANCE APPROVING THE USE OF LODGING TAX PROCEEDS FOR TOURISM PROMOTION Linda McCrystal, Arts Coordinator, stated that Arts were not only good business for the City but also for the citizens, while encouraging economic growth in the community. She noted it was discovered that the City has not made full. use of the Hotel/Motel Tax; that one half of these funds have been4llocated for research and development of facilities for a Performing Arts Center EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4 November 19, 1985 in the District, and the other half have been collecting in a fund. Ms. McCrystal requested that the Council approve the amended ordinance to allow the expenditure of half of the Hotel/Motel Tax to be used for attracting visitors and promoting events in the City of Edmonds. Councilmember Wilson submitted for the Council's consideration that one half of one percent be directed into the Municipal Arts Fund as a steady funded base, and the other half be directed into the ordi- nance as so stated. Councilmember Kasper asked if the ordinance limited the use of the remaining half. City Attorney Snyder stated that the State Enabling Statute refers to being able to use the funds for advertising, publicizing, or otherwise distributing information for the purpose of attracting visitors and encouraging tourist expansion. The other half refers to the cost of acquisition, construction, operation of convention performing arts facilities. He expressed a concern in commingling the funds, and recommended that a tighter budgetary control be maintained in order to trace the funds. Ms. McCrystal stated the monies for purchases of art works have been kept separate and tracked in the 117 Fund. Art Housler, Admin. Svcs. Director, said he thought it would be an illegal transfer of monies, and noted no connection between tourism and the Municipal Arts Fund. He recommended that a separate fund be established for tourism. Mr Snyder recommended to follow that up with the specific authorization of contracts with reference to specific events. Councilmember Hall concurred that a separate fund be established. Councilmem- ber Kasper stated the Hotel/Motel Tax was passed and generated for that and specifically as- signed, and he did not feel the funds should be assigned elsewhere. Councilmember Wilson stated the other half of the money was available, and he felt the funds should be allocated for tourism to develop programs that would bring people to the community. Councilmember Dwyer noted that the money was being budgeted, but not authorized to be spent. And if the Enabling Legislation al- lowed the money to be spent on tourism with one percent allocated to Arts, he felt the funds should be separate. Councilmember Jaech asked where the money being allocated to the Tourism Bureau comes from and in what amount. Mr. Housler replied $1,869 comes out of the Contingency Fund. Councilmember Jaech stated she would like the funds allocated for tourism. She noted that the Saturday Work Meeting might be an opportune time to discuss the budgeting process and into what channels of tourism the.funds should go. Mr. Snyder stated that the ordinance says that the funds may be used that are collected for tourism purposes. He noted that he was trying to sepa- rate the budget process from the authorization process, and the point of discussion was to open up the purpose for use of the money. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO ESTABLISH TWO FUNDS WITH THE OTHER HALF OF THE MONEY NOT BEING USED; THAT ONE FUND WOULD BE SPECIFICALLY UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION TO USE TO PROMOTE TOURISM TO THE CITY, AND THE OTHER HALF OF THE MONEY TO BE USED FOR TOURISM PROGRAMS, WITH THE COMMITTEE FORMULA AS PROPOSED, TO DEVELOP TOURISM FOR THE CITY OF EDMONDS IN THE BROADER SENSE. Council - member Hall stated Councilmember Wilson's motion was premature in that the first step would be to approve the amended ordinance. Mr. Snyder stated unless the ordinance was amended, the money could not be used. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO WITHDRAW THE MOTION. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 2539 APPROVING THE USE OF LODGING TAX PROCEEDS FOR TOURISM PROMOTION. MOTION CARRIED, WITH COUNCIL - MEMBER KASPER OPPOSED. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO AMEND THE ORDINANCE AND SET UP TWO SEPARATE FUNDS WITH HALF OF THE UNUSED PORTION IN FUND 120 ALLOCATED TO A SEPARATE ACCOUNT WHERE THE MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION CAN TAP THAT MONEY AND PROMOTE EVENTS BY ATTRACTING VISITORS AND/OR TOURISTS TO THE CITY, THE OTHER HALF ALLOCATED FOR TOURIST PROMOTION IN THE BROADER SENSE FOR THE CITY OF EDMONDS. Mr. Snyder recommended the Council direct the Staff to request Mr. Snyder to draft an appropriate vehicle to set up the funds. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO DIRECT THE STAFF TO PROVIDE THE PROPER 'PAPER- WORK. Councilmember Dwyer asked if it would come back as a hearing item. Mayor Naughten replied it would come back as a resolution. MOTION CARRIED, WITH COUNCILMEMBER JAECH AND COUNCIL - MEMBER DWYER OPPOSED. Councilmember Jaech left at 9:55 p.m. following Item #9. MAYOR Mayor Naughten announced that Peter Hahn, Steve Simpson, and he went to the County Council with a request for $47,000 for Brackett's Landing improvements, which was approved. He thanked Mr. Agnew and the County Council for that action. He asked the Council if they wanted to take official action on Olympic School to close that chap- ter or request Olympic School Committee to close it. Councilmember Hall asked if it would be appropriate to have the Olympic School Committee meet with Community Services. Councilmember Kasper noted that the Council's commitment still existed, and the Committee should be consulted regarding other solutions. Councilmember Wilson said the Committee could be reconvened in the near future. The Mayor noted a Community Transit meeting was scheduled on November 20, 1985 at the Frances Anderson Center, Room 206, and everyone was invited. Mayor Naughten said that the Parks & Rec. Dept. could be contacted if an emergency situation arose, and they would bring the message to the Plaza Room. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5 November 19, 1985 The Mayor stated he was meeting with the principal of Edmonds High School on November 20th in regard to a traffic problem Student Rep. Tammy Schwartze brought to his attention. Mayor Naughten added that because of the Geneva Summit and the significance of the Arms discus- sion, Congress adopted a resolution to support a Lights For Peace - a public display of support in world peace. He reported that one hundred and seventy cities and sixteen states, including the State of Washington, issued proclamations urging all cities to turn on their porch lights and light candles from dawn to dusk on November 19 - 20. Mayor Naughten asked that all citizens join in the national display. COUNCIL Councilmember Wilson said he received a call from Mr. Geiselman complaining that the bollards had not been removed because of the snow. He noted that the minutes indicated they would be removed in the event of snow. Councilmember Dwyer requested that the December 3, 1985 agenda include a hearing on the closure of -Ocean Avenue. Councilmember Nordquist stated a question has been asked regarding what type of format will be used at the Saturday Work meeting for studying the budget, and answer has been given to start from the beginning of the book and work back. Councilmember Ostrom stated that the Council, at the last Budget Work Meeting, made requests for percentages on formulating the budget, adding he would like to review those figures. Councilmember Hall proposed to convene the meeting at 8 a.m. rather than 1 a.m. Councilmember Nordquist noted there is a controversy whether Metro and Community Transit are going to continue to operate in the City limits of Edmonds. He said he would like to send a letter, if the Council didn't object, to Community Transit requesting that the City receive more input into their planning process. He said he attended the Demolay meeting last Thursday night for the Mayor. Awards were given for their volunteer program in the cemetery project and they, in turn, gave him a book entitled "Hi, Dad". He requested the Mayor to enter it into the Edmonds Library on their behalf. Additionally, Councilmember Nordquist stated he was unable to attend the November 14, 1985 Council meeting and requested an excused absence. Councilmember Wilson seconded the request, and the Council affirmed it. Mayor Naughten adjourned the meeting. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, TO REOPEN THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Hall said she and the Mayor attended Frances Anderson's ninety-fifth birthday party - at the Frances Anderson Center. She added.that the Council was asked to sing "Merry Christmas" at the Tree Lighting Ceremony. The Council agreed. Councilmember Kasper expressed a concern regarding the Block Grant Program. He said he would like the budget to reflect the Garcia changes. Student Rep. Tammy Schwartze stated she attended the first Youth Activities Board Meeting'on November 18, 1985. One of the projects discussed for the year was the Jr. High Christmas Dance. The meeting adjourned at 10:11 p.m. G JAC UELINE G. PARRETT, City Clerk LA RY S. YAUGHTEN, M yor EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6 November 19, 1985