12/16/1986 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO
DECEMBER 23, 1986 APPROVAL
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
DECEMBER 16, 1986
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
Larry Naughten, Mayor
Laura Hall, Council Pres.
Steve Dwyer
Jo -Anne Jaech
Bill Kasper
John Nordquist
Lloyd Ostrom
Jack Wilson
Tom Peterson, Student Rep.,
STAFF PRESENT
Mary Lou Block, Planning Div. Mgr.
Jim Barnes, Parks & Rec. Div. Mgr.
Peter Hahn, Comm. Svc. Director
Bobby Mills, Pub, Wks. Supt.
Sharon Thatcher, Personnel Mgr.
Jack Weinz, Fire Chief
Dan Prinz, Police Chief
Art Housler, Admin. Svc. Director
Hal Reeves, Building Official
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Jackie Parrett, City Clerk
Margaret Richards, Recorder
Councilmember Dwyer entered the room at 7:05 p.m. and did not vote on Item (B) on the Consent
Agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items (B), (F), and (I) were removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED.
The approved items on the Consent Agenda include the following:
(A) ROLL CALL
(C) ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES FROM BLUE CROSS OF WASHINGTON AND ALASKA
($6,465.33) AND DONALD L. AND LEONA G. HEDMAN ($5,226)
(D) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2595 ESTABLISHING NEW AND INCREASED FEES FOR DOG LICENSES AND
INCREASED LATE PENALTY FEE
(E) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2596 CREATING NONEXPENDABLE CEMETERY MAINTENANCE FUND
(G) AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE ENGINEERING AGREEMENT WITH THE TRANSPO GROUP, INC. FOR SIGNAL
AT SR 524 AND 80TH AVE. W. ($10,000)
(H) FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK BY UTELCON, INC. FOR UNION OIL WATER LINE LOOP
($87,567.88) AND SETTING 30 DAY RETAINAGE PERIOD
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 9, 1986 [ITEM (B) ON THE CONSENT AGENDAJI
Councilmember Hall requested that her comments regarding the National League of Cities conference
on page 9 be more inclusive. They are as follows: She said a Mariachi band was at the baggage
claim unit at the airport, but much to her dismay the luggage was there upon arrival. Councilmem-
ber Hall said she was amazed that the NLC spent millions of dollars to gain the attention of
the membership.
Councilmember Hall noted that Dr. Hines name on page 9 is spelled 11-I-N-D-S.
COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES AS
AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED.
APPROVAL OF INTERLO.CAL AGREEMENT FOR FUNDING CULTURAL ARTS, STADIUM AND CONVENTION DISTRICT:
ITEM F ON THE CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Kasper inquired if a clause was written into the agreement which allowed the City.
to utilize the tax as it desired. City Attorney Scott Snyder replied affirmatively.
COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE ITEM (F).
Councilmember Ostrom inquired about the $15,000 expenditure made in 1984 to Creative Arts. Coun-;
cilmember Hall said that expenditure was for the survey. Councilmember Ostrom inquired what
BOORA was. Councilmember Hall said that is the architectural firm. Councilmember Ostrom noted
that approximately $250,OOO will have been expended for the Cultural Arts, Stadium, and Conven
tion District. He said that tax payers were being asked to vote to expend those funds. Council.
member Hall noted that an election was held which formed the District and then went to the bal-i
lots. Councilmember Ostrom said he did not understand why the City continues to spend large sums
of money. Councilmember Hall said that the expenditures are being decreased, and the agreement;
is merely to extend the contract for one year.
MOTION CARRIED. I
PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2597 VACATING PORTION OF UNBUILT RIGHT-OF-WAY OF 6TH AVE. S. LOCATED
Councilmember Kasper removed himself from the dais because of involvement of the corporation that
he is employed with in this issue.
COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED 13Y COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, TO APPROVE ITEM (I). MOTION CAR-,
RIED. Councilmember Kasper returned to the dais.
AUDIENCE
Mayor Naughten opened the audience portion of the meeting.
Tom Petrowitz, 267 - 4th Ave. S., said he received approval from Staff approximately one year,
ago to enclose his patio. However, he was informed recently that the structure required a vari-,
ance.
Wayne Petrowitz, 11322 - 180th S.E., Snohomish, said his mother owns the property in question
but lives in Arizona. lie said his brother, Tom, will be out of town at the end of the week.
Mr. Petrowitz said his brother, Tom, was not trying to violate the Code but, rather, abate the;
noise by enclosing the hot tub. He said the neighbors have commented that the noise has been
abated.
Mr. Petrowitz said he believes there has been a lack of communication between Tom and the Build-
ing Department.
Mayor Naughten inquired if a hearing was held on the issue. Tom Petrowitz replied negatively.
Councilmember Hall noted that Attorney Chester Bennett wrote her a letter regarding the issue.
She expressed concern regarding the procedure to follow. She asked Staff if they were aware of,
the problem. Community Services Director Peter Hahn replied affirmatively.
City Attorney Scott Snyder said the case has been referred to him for prosecution. He said he'l
has visited the site and spoken with Mr. Petrowitz.
Mr. Snyder said if prosecution is pursued, Mr. Petrowitz has a forum in municipal court, as
well as the option to file a variance. He said he did refer the issue to the Community Services,
Committee to see if they wished to pursue an avenue other than the normal procedures. Mr. Snyder
expressed concern that Mr. Petrowitz had several avenues to pursue to resolve the issue.
Councilmember Jaech recommended that the issue be discussed in an Executive Session should the.
Council decide to discuss the issue further since the matter has been referred to the City Attorj
ney for prosecution.
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Councilmember Hall said because the ma-tte'r.is in litigation;- the Council will not consider it and
act on it by motion at the meeting unless the Council chose to discuss it during an Executive
Session.
Mr. Snyder noted that the Council would be the final hearing body if a variance was filed and
appealed.
Councilmember Dwyer inquired if prosecution would be ceased if a variance was filed. Mr. Snyder
said he has not yet filed charges.
Councilmember Ostrom said he did not feel that the issue was a Council matter but, rather, purely
administrative.
Wayne Petrowitz inquired what the administrative procedure was. Mayor Naughten said a variance
could be applied for. He suggested that Mr. Petrowitz contact him on Wednesday to further
discuss resolution of the matter.
Mayor Naughten closed the audience portion of the meeting.
PRESENTATION BY SNO-ISLE REGIONAL LIBRARY DIRECTOR AND LIBRARY BOARD RE: NEW LIBRARY SERVICE
HOURS
Library Director Tom Mayeh announced that the Edmonds Library will be open on Sunday afternoon
from 1 to 5 p.m. beginning in March through the end of May and again in September. He noted that
other libraries that operate on Sunday find it to be the busiest day of the week. He also an-
nounced that a part-time young librarian will be hired in August to assist the young patrons.
Councilmember Hall noted that the children's section through Friends of the Library won an
award. Mr. Mayer said the issue was featured in an article in one of the library media jour-
nals. He noted that Mr. Wilkerson, as well as two other members of the Library Board, were
present in the audience.
Mayor Naughten asked the members of the Library Board to stand for recognition.
Councilmember Ostrom inquired if the assessment for. support of the library will be affected. Mr.
Mayer replied negatively. He said the library service contract is based on property tax and
not per capita or service charge.
Councilmember Kasper inquired if service on Friday evening would be decreased. Mr. Mayer re-
plied affirmatively. He said the library will be closed at 6 p.m. He noted that service will be
less affected on Friday because it is the slowest day of the week.
COUNCIL DELIBERATION ON APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER DECISION UPHOLDING STAFF DENIAL OF BUILDING
Community Services Director Peter Hahn reviewed for the Council that Mr. Peck had submitted a
building permit application. The Building Official, after reviewing the various reports produced
for Mr. Peck, had determined that the engineering measures were not sufficient to mitigate sub-
stantial slide probability and denied the building permit. Mr. Hahn said Mr. Peck appealed the
Building Department's determination. However, the Hearing Examiner upheld Staff's decision.
COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO UPHOLD THE HEARING EXAMINER'S
DECISION AND DENY THE APPEAL.
Councilmember Hall commented that the issue related to the problems in the Meadowdale area as a
whole, and the Council must address the issue of mitigating the landslide potential to the degree
possible.
Councilmember Hall said she did not believe that the proposal submitted by Mr. Peck satisfactori-
ly mitigated the substantial slide probability.
Councilmember Ostrom concurred. Ile said he felt the actions and procedures of the Building De-
partment were appropriate.
MOTION CARRIED.
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City Attorney Scott Snyder said he would submit the Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law for
adoption on January 6, 1987.
HEARING REGARDING THE EXISTENCE OF NONCONFORMING USE RIGHTS FOR PROPERTY AT 8339 - 212TH ST.,
S.W. AND CONSIDERATION OF THE APPLICATION AND INTERPRETATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF CH PTER
16. 5.010 OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE REGARDING DRIVE-IN BUSINESS USES
Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block reported that the property at 8339 - 212th St. S.W. was
developed in 1965 as a gas station under Building Permit #650290. The development included two
gas pump islands and a building with three service bays. Conditional use permits were not re-
quired for gas stations at that time. however, in 1970, the City Council passed Ordinance 1480
which required gas stations in BN (Neighborhood Business) zones to obtain conditional use permits.
This gas station ceased operation in February 1986. At that time, at least one self-service pump
island existed. Since then, Rainier Bank has attempted to redevelop the subject property by
replacing the three bay service building with a convenience store and reinstate the self-service
gas sales. A building permit application was filed in August 1986, less than six months after
the station was closed.
It was the Staff determination at the time this application went to the Architectural Design
Board (ADB) that no conditional use permit was required because the gas station use had not
lapsed and was not being expanded. The proposed retail store is an outright permitted use.
Ms. Block noted that a copy of Ordinance 1480, a plot plan of the original gas station, and a
copy of Section 17.40.010 were attached to the Council packets.
Ms. Block said because a gas station has been located on the site since 1965; because a self-ser-
vice pump island was in operation at the site as of February 1986; since the proposed redevelop-
ment of the site does not expand the nonconforming use; and since the use has not been discontin-
ued for a period of excess of six months, this constitutes an existing nonconforming use under
the provisions of Section 17,40.010 of the ECDC and has no requirement for either a conditional
use permit or to be abated.
Councilmember Jaech raised a point of order. She noted that a hearing was previously held regard-
ing the issue, and the Council remanded it to the ADB and felt that a conditional use permit was
necessary for the proposed business. She inquired why another hearing was scheduled before the
Council and who appealed the Council's decision. City Attorney Scott Snyder said he drafted the
Findings of Fact, and it was under his recommendation that the issue was before the Council
again. He said he discovered approximately a week after drafting the Findings that the Hearing
Examiner rendered a decision that gas stations were not an outright permitted use or a use that
could be approved under a conditional use permit in the BN zone. He said he had suggested: 1).
that the Council defer its finding on the conditional use issue in order to be consistent with a
parallel application that was going through the process; 2) because no evidence at the hearing
before the Council was presented regarding the establishment of the nonconforming use and abate-
ment issue, he recommended that a hearing be set requesting the public and applicant to present
evidence regarding the date that the use was established and whether or not it had been extin-
guished. Councilmember Jaech inquired if the Council, then, was reconsidering the issue. Mr.
Snyder said the Council has required additional testimony to obtain a proper factual basis to
make a finding of whether or not a nonconforming use was established and, secondly, would the new
proposal expanded require it to be abated or extinguished.
Sarah Mack, Hillis, Cairncross, Clark, & Martin, 500 Galland Building, 1221 Second Avenue,
attorney representing the applicant, said the Council was charged with deciding whether the pro-
posed gas pump island in conjunction with the convenience store is an expansion of the existing
use.
Dale Chandler, Rainier National Bank, 11410 - 83rd Pl. N.E., Kirkland, was present.
Ms. Mack queried Mr. Chandler about his profession. Mr. Chandler said he is an asset/property,
manager for Rainier National Bank. Ms. Mack inquired if he was familiar with the existing and
proposed use on the subject property. Mr. Chandler replied affirmatively. He said the existing
use was an Exxon Station with three service bays, a self and full -service gasoline island and
automotive repair.
Ms. Mack submitted photographs, which were marked as Exhibit N1, depicting the existing signage
relative to a self-service island to the Council.
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Ms. Mack inquired if Mr. Chandler was aware that a self-service gas pump island had existed on
the site. Mr. Chandler said he inspected the property and saw signage indicating that one of
the gas pumps was self service. Ms. Mack inquired about the lot area of the existing use. Mr.
Chandler said the lease indicated that the lot area of the service station related uses was ap-
proximately 23,000 square feet. Ms. Mack inquired about the lot area of gasoline sales under the
proposed use. Mr. Chandler replied approximately 8,000 square feet. He reviewed a site plan on
the overhead projector indicating the gasoline area, walkway, and cash register in the conve-
nience store. He noted that one gas pump island with two dispensers was originally proposed.
Councilmember Ostrom asked how many hoses would be attached to the dispenser. Mr. Chandler said
he was unsure because he did not know which tenant would occupy the site.
Councilmember Dwyer inquired if more gasoline would be dispensed than had been previously. Mr.
Chandler replied negatively.
Ms. Mack inquired about the floor area of the existing gas station building. Mr. Chandler re-
plied 1580 square feet. He said the floor area of the proposed use is approximately 50 square
feet. Ms. Mack inquired about the number of islands proposed. Mr. Chandler replied one. Ms.
Mack inquired about the height of the former gas island canopies. Mr. Chandler replied approxi-
mately 15-1/2 to 16 feet. Ms. Mack inquired if the height of the proposed gas island canopy will
be limited to the height of the former canopy. Mr. Chandler replied affirmatively. Ms. Mack
inquired about the number of employees required for the existing gas station compared to the
proposed use. Mr. Chandler said the existing station utilized two to three employees whereas the
proposed use will utilize one to two employees. Ms. Mack inquired about the volume of gas sales
for the existing use and projected volume of. sales for the proposed use. Mr. Chandler said the
historic high sales for the existing use was 960,000 gallons, and the projected volume for the
proposed use is 500,000 to 600,000 gallons. Ms. Mack inquired if Mr. Chandler's opinion was
that the gas pumps/convenience store constituted an expanded use. Mr. Chandler replied negative-
ly.
Councilmember Nordquist inquired if the gasoline tanks were still in place. Mr. Chandler said
Exxon removed them approximately February 15..
Councilmember Jaech inquired about the volume of gasoline sales at the Plaid Pantry located at
660 Edmonds Way. Mr. Chandler said the business has not yet been in operation for a full year.
A partial lease year sold 220,00 gallons. He said he would be happy to supply that information
to the Council. Councilmember Jaech inquired about the total square footage of the proposed
structure. Mr. Chandler said the use was proposed to the ADB in two phases. The square footage
is 4,630. Councilmember Jaech inquired about the building size of the existing use. Mr.
Chandler replied 1,580 square feet.
Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, said he believed that the City should maintain control of major
changes in the City to insure proper planning.
Mr. Hertrich voiced what tie believed was the intent of Section 21.105.020 of the ECDC. He said
the intended use of the existing business was automobile oriented, and a conditional use permit
should be applied for as required for a primary use. He said the intended primary use of the
proposed business is a convenience store, and the secondary use is the sale of gasoline.
Mr. Hertrich cited Section 21.15,090, Conditional Use. He said the City should enforce such uses
to be consistent and compatible to other existing or permissible uses in the same zone.
Mr. Hertrich. noted that a convenience store is unlike a local grocer because the items are prima-
rily fast-food items and beverages.
Mr. Hertrich said the proposed use of the subject property is entirely different from the former
use. !le recommended that a conditional use permit be required to maintain control and enforce-
ment of the Code to.avoid potential problems.
Mr. Hertrich noted that the applicant did not address the issue of traffic. He said the condi-
tional use permit would allow investigation of traffic volumes. Ile said convenience stores gener-
ate the highest volumes of traffic, and the addition of gasoline sales increases that volume by
25.6.
Ms. Mack referred to a letter she had submitted to the Council regarding the role of the
Council. She said the applicant was assuming that Mr. Hertrich was incorrect in that the Council
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is not deciding whether or not a conditional use permit was required for the proposed use. She
said that issue was better suited for the Planning Board to decide if the Code needed amendment:,
and it was her understanding that the Council has referred that issue to it. She reminded the
Council that it had decided that the Hearing Examiner was Correct when he said a conditional use
permit was unobtainable for a self-service gas pump. She said it is the applicant's legal posi-
tion that the use is permitted outright based on the Council's recent interpretation of the zon-
ing code. She requested that the Council make a finding, based upon the evidence before it, that
the gas pump island not be considered an expansion of an existing nonconforming full -service
gas station.
Councilmember Jaech noted that a use would not necessarily be permitted outright if a conditional
use permit was not required. Mr. Snyder concurred. He said certain operations are permitted,
some are permitted with a conditional use permit, and all other operations are prohibited.
Ms. Mack noted that gas stations were a permitted use in the BN zone prior to 1970. The Council
amended the Code in 1970 to include gas stations as a drive-in business and required a condition-
al use permit.
Mr. Chandler said evidence was presented to the Council that addressed each of the items ad-
dressed in the Code regarding traffic.
Mr. Hertrich clarified that he did not state that a conditional use permit should be required for
convenience stores. He said the proposed use is a different use.
Councilmember Dwyer inquired if the Council must make reference to tire material it received from
Ms. Mack to enter it into the record. Mr. Snyder suggested that it be given an exhibit number
and that copies made available to the public for review. The material was marked as Exhibit #2
by the City Clerk.
Councilmember Ostrom referred to a memo dated December 11 from the City Attorney. He inquired
about the date on which the initial use was instituted. Mr. Snyder said Ms. Block had earlier
provided the Council with the date that the use was installed and a site plan, and that it was a
permitted use at that time, and that she had also provided a copy of the ordinance permitting ga's
stations in BN zones. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if Mr. Snyder was of the opinion that the
Code prohibits intensification of the existing use. Mr. Snyder replied affirmatively. He noted
that a court found that a Bellingham ordinance did not prohibit intensification of a case simi'-
lar to the issue before tire Council but that the City's ordinance does look to that issue. Coun-
cilmember Ostrom inquired if expansion would be allowed under the proposed use of a gas statio'n
in combination with a convenience store. Mr. Snyder said there is no law that he is aware of
that addresses the creation of a new use with regard to the addition of a nonconforming use to a
permitted'use. He said the Council could assume that the City's ordinance is as expansive in its
terms but leaves that category open. Mr. Snyder said a convenience store is an outright permit-
ted use. He said if the Council finds that a nonconforming use existed, the addition of a permit-
ted use on the same lot would not be an intensification.
Councilmember Hall inquired if the former business sold trailers, candy bars, or maps. Ms. Blocf
said she believed that trailers were rented. Councilmember Dwyer confirmed that maps were sold.
Councilmember Hall said because of lack of a specific ordinance, the Council would be "plowing
some new ground".
Mr. Snyder noted that the Uniform Fire code requires that tanks be immediately removed from thin
ground or immobilized whenever a service station ceases operation.
Councilmember Jaech inquired if the property was subdivided. Ms. Block said she believed it was
one parcel.
Councilmember Kasper noted that the Council had, in the past, denied an application for a car
wash on that lot because it felt that particular use was undesirable as a neighborhood business.
He inquired if that application was separate from the existing use at that time. Ms. Block said
she was unfamiliar with the ownership.
Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the hearing.
Councilmember Dwyer said the question before the Council was whether the nonconforming use was
proposed to be expanded. Fie said the testimony indicates that the nonconforming use will not bi!
expanded.
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Councilmember Kasper concurred with Councilmember Dwyer as well as the City Attorney's Findings.
He said the proposed use, in his opinion, was an improvement to the existing use.
COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, SINCE THE PROPOSED REDEVELOPMENT OF
THE SITE DOES NOT EXPAND THE NONCONFORMING USE AND SINCE THE USE HAS NOT BEEN DISCONTINUED FOR A
PERIOD IN EXCESS OF SIX MONTHS, THAT IT CONSTITUTES AN EXISTING NONCONFORMING USE UNDER THE PROVI-
SIONS OF SECTION 17.40.010 OF THE ECDC AND, THEREFORE, DOES NOT REQUIRE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT.
Councilmember J.aech inquired about the procedure regarding the motion to remand the issue to the
ADB. Mr. Snyder said the setback issue will be reviewed by the ADB. However, the issue of the
conditional use permit has been dispensed with.
MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Snyder said the Findings of Fact 6 Conclusions of Law will be on the January 6, 1987 Consent
Agenda.
HEARING ON HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF 10 LOT SUBDIVISION WITH
MODIFICATIONS AT 1100 DALEY PL. APPLICANT: HANCHETT FAMILY/P-6-84
Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block reported that on October 18, 1984,.the Hanchett family
made an application to subdivide their 3.24 acre property located on the east side of Olympic
Avenue into ten lots. Tile proposed subdivision includes modification requests to allow a private
access road right-of-way width of less than 40 feet and pavement width of less than 22 feet.
The Hearing Examiner held extensive public hearings on this proposed 10 lot subdivision on June
2, 9, 10, and 17, 1986. After resolution of the SEPA issue, the Hearing Examiner rendered a
decision on November 4, 1986 recommending approval of the proposed subdivision subject to the
conditions listed in his report.
Ms. Block said that it is the Staff's recommendation to adopt the Hearing Examiner's recommenda-
tion. She noted that all pertinent documents and exhibits from the Hearing Examiner's record
were on file and available for review in the Planning Division.
Community Services Director Peter Hahn reviewed a vicinity map of the proposed plat on the over-
head projector.
Councilmember Ostrom inquired about the width of the property adjacent to Olympic Avenue. Ms.
Block said it is 20 feet wide. Ms. Block said the title report indicates the Hanchetts as the
owners. Councilmember Ostrom inquired when ownership was acquired. Ms. Block replied in 1970.
She said old photographs indicate that the property was utilized as a road. Councilmember Ostrom
inquired about the ten foot easement to the PUD. Ms. Block said that easement was for
utilities. Councilmember Ostrom inquired how the property was "set aside". Ms. Block said the.
strip was retained as potential access to the site and purchased under that auspice at the time
the property was purchased. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if the previous owner of the
Hanchett property also owned that strip. Ms. Block replied affirmatively.
Councilmember Dwyer inquired if the abutting properties were singly owned. Ms. Block said she
did not know.
Mr. Snyder noted that the strip is currently the subject of a quiet title action by one of the
appellants. He said the Council has the ability to grant or condition an application in approv-
ing a subdivision application. One of the findings that the Council is required to make and may
condition its determination on is proper and appropriate access.
Councilmember Dwyer inquired about the Coomer case. Mr. Snyder noted that approximately two
and a half years ago, the Council conditioned an approval of a subdivision that was subject to be
divided in half on the determination of whether access existed. The abutting neighbor claimed
adverse possession rights. The Council conditioned approval on a quiet title action and the
title was acquired.
Councilmember Hall submitted a letter to the City Clerk which she received from Dorothy
Petrich, which was marked as Exhibit N1, supporting the development of the property.
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Councilmember Kasper inquired if the Council could adopt. the Hearing Examiner recommendation but
condition its decision on provision of a sound barrier, for the adjacent property. Mr. Snydei
said the Council is able to impose reasonable conditions to mitigate the impact to adjacent prop...
erties.
Kevin Hanchett, 8504 - 231st S.W., said the three main areas of concern associated with the
development of the property are: 1) drainage, 2) access, and 3) noise. He said those areas have
been closely scrutinized and resolved to the satisfaction of the Planning Department and Hearin6
Examiner.
Mr. Hanchett said there is no anticipated increase in groundwater runoff on the property after
its development. To counter the problems of erosion during construction, the Virginia Erosion
Control Handbook procedures were adopted to prevent mudding of the stream. lie said there will,
however, be an increase in stormwater runoff. A water retention system designed for. 25 year
storms will be installed on the site to control surface runoff from impervious surfaces. The
increase in surface water discharge after development will be approximately 2 gallons per minute;,
which is equivalent to 25% of a garden hose discharge.
Mr. Hanchett said failure of past planning actions and decisions have resulted in reliance upon
the 20 foot strip as the only means of access to the property. He said all other access routes;
were investigated but rejected. Mr. Hanchett reviewed the various access routes that were
rejected with the Council.
Mr. Hanchett said because an easy access was not properly anticipated originally, the property
must utilize the only remaining access available. Granting of the modification to utilize the
strip as an access, fie said, is not a special privilege but, merely, a response to circumstances.
beyond past or present control and a grant of the same development privileges which have been
afforded to others in the immediate vicinity.
Mr. Hanchett said Staff has found that approval of the modification is in compliance with they
goals of the Transportation Department section of the Comprehensive Plan and does not conflict:
with the purposes of the zoning ordinance. Ile said the modification is the minimum necessary to
allow the Hanchett family the same rights and privileges that other properties in the area are!
now enjoying.
Mr. Hanchett said because photographs exist which depict use of the road as an access as recent-
ly as 1971 and easements exist dating back to 1932, it is his position that the strip is an exist-
ing facility. He noted that Section 18.80.00 of the ECDC allows for reconstruction of existing
streets or facilities to nearly as conforming as possible. He contended that the road qualifies
as a street under the definition section of Section 21.90.120 of the ECDC. He said if the Coun-'
cil chose to accept that definition, the proposed access would not require a variance, but merely,
acknowledgment that the road is an existing facility and could allow construction.
Mr. Hanchett said Mr. McCormick has filed a claim of adverse possession rights, but he said
that claim should not affect the Council's .decision -making ability because the court upheld the
Council's position of granting a preliminary plat contingent upon adequate access being granted
before final plat approval in the case of Coomer vs. City of Edmonds.
Mr. Hanchett reviewed slides taken of the proposed access and adjacent property, as well as art
aerial photograph of the subject property, which depicted a scar line through the trees of the.
previously existing road.
Mr. Hanchett noted that noise is generated from all sources in the vicinity and not just from
the roadway. He said the hourly noise level increase from Daley Place will be between 2 to 3
decibels, which will be the impact to the McCormick and Humula homes. Sound level increases
of 0 to 2 decibels are barely perceptible, and 3 to 5 decibels are noticeable. Mr. Hanchett.
said the construction noises cannot be considered as part of the noise impact because they will
not be long-term impacts. The Washington Administrative Code 5.30.110 allows a specific exemp-
tion for sound originating from temporary construction sites as a result of residential activity.
Mr. Hanchett noted that impact to the McCormick home has been a matter of contention because:
of sleep interference. He said the McCormick bedroom is located at the far end of the house:
and not adjacent to the roadway.
Mr. Hanchett noted that noise is relative to its surroundings. He said the Council must consid-
er the relative noise of Olympic Avenue compared to the noise impact of the proposed access.
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The Hearing Examiner, he said, found: 1) that the studies conducted for the Hanchetts were
extensive and exhaustive, 2) that the noise increases were barely perceptible and, therefore, had
no significant impact, 3) the noise levels were below accepted government standards of 55 deci-
bels; below Washington State Department of Transportation standards and, therefore, should not be
considered as an adverse impact on the development.
Mr. Hanchett requested the Council to grant the preliminary application and allow construction
to commence.
Councilmember Ostrom noted that mention was made that an easement was granted in 1932. Mr.
Hanchett replied affirmatively. He said the easement extends to the southeast corner of the
property. Councilmember Ostrom inquired who the easement was granted to. Mr. Hanchett said he
did not recall the grantee's name. He said the easement was provided because the southwest cor-
ner at one time was an independent lot and landlocked from the roadway. The easement was granted
and assigned a separate legal description with the intent to sell it to the individual who owned
the property. However, the transaction was never consummated so a separate legal description
remains in existence. Mr. Hanchett noted that the access road formerly served several homes
where lots 4 and 5 are now located. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if the Matteson, Humula,
and Garton residences were part of the original tract. Mr. Hanchett said he believed they
were. Jerry Lovell, Lovell & Associates, said the properties were part of a five -acre tract
and later segregated in the late 1950's.
* Hulda Humula, 516 Olympic Avenue, said she has lived at her residence since 1956. She said
the proposed access road has not been utilized since 12th Avenue was established.
Ms. Humula said she was quite disturbed by the remarks made by Councilmember Wilson and Council -
member Hall at the October 14, 1986 meeting previous to voting on the motion to deny the environ-
mental impact study request. She said they rebuked the appellants for exercising their constitu-
tional rights of appeal. She said the statements indicated that "they had already had their
minds made up as to the issues to be decided". Ms. Humula said in view of their statements,
they should be disqualified by the Council to hear the case before it. She quoted statements
made by Councilmember Wilson and Councilmember Hall at the October 14 meeting.
Mayor Naughten reminded Ms. Humula that her allotted time had elapsed. Ms. Humula said she
resented the fact that the public is not given sufficient time to voice their position.
Councilmember Hall inquired if the day that Ms. Humula listened to the tapes was the day that
Councilmember Hall allowed her to use her office to listen to the tapes. Ms. Humula replied
affirmatively.
Mr. Snyder said the Council has no rule of permitting disqualification by the Council of a mem-
ber. Rather, it is up to the individual member. He queried Councilmember Wilson and Councilmem-
ber Hall as to whether they had made a decision or formed a judgment with respect to the matter
prior to the December 16 meeting. Councilmember Wilson and Councilmember Hall replied.negative-
ly.
*Peter Breysse, Associate Professor of Meritus, University of Washington, said the noise level
generated by the proposed access will be excessive at times during sleeping hours and could cause
sleep disturbance. He said the decibel reading may be close to 30 late at night, and a passing
vehicle may indicate 60 to 65 decibels. He said that that reading is 8 to 10 times higher than
the background level. Ike noted that the disturbance of sleep depends not only on background
noise but the sensitivity of individuals as well as age factors. Fie submitted copies of noise
studies, which were marked as Exhibits #2 through 6.
Councilmember Ostrom inquired about the decibel reading at the north end of the McCormick house
at 11 p.m. Professor Breysse said the background level would be approximately 30 decibels.
Councilmember Ostrom inquired about the decibel reading of a passing car. Professor Breysse
replied approximately 60 decibels. Councilmember Ostrom inquired about the effect of distance.
Professor Breysse said the decibel reading is lowered by 6 as the distance is doubled. He
noted that measurements are taken 50 feet from the center line of traffic.
Councilmember Nordquist inquired if studies were conducted with regard to the heat pump noise
level from one of the residences. Professor Breysse replied negatively. He said the back-
ground level is the major factor as far as sleep disturbance is concerned.
Mr. Snyder requested that the applicant be given the opportunity to review Exhibits N2 through 6.
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*See Council Minutes of December 23, 1986 Page 9 DECEMBER 16, 1986
Arnold Kegel, Consulting Engineer, 9800 Evergreen Way, Everett, said he reviewed the studies
that were submitted at the request of Derrill Bastian as well reviewed the site and investigat-
ed possible accesses that may be available. He said there will be considerable disturbance op
the property when construction commences. Mr. Kegel said he discovered four potential accesses
to the site: 1) the proposed access, 2) access from the north, 3) access from the northerly
property from Olympic Avenue, and 4) access from the south. He said the alternate accesses are
"better than the proposed access". The optimum access point, lie said, would be via lot 14 to th�2
south.
Derrill Bastian, 602 Fisher Business Center, 3500 - 188th S.W., Lynnwood, said lie felt the time
allocation allocation of twenty minutes was unfair and denied the appellants due process of law because it
does not allow them sufficient time to present their case.
Mr. Bastian said the major concern is granting of a variance. He noted that Section 20.75.075 of
the ECDC requires that all conditions of a variance must be met in order to permit a modificatioy'l
of the requirements of the ordinance. He reviewed a section of the Introduction of the Hearing
Examiner's report. He said the findings for a conditional use permit are very different than
those required for a variance. lie said the Hearing Examiner recommended that a conditional use
permit be granted for the reduction of the right-of-way width. He noted, however, that the condi-
tional use permit referred to in the Staff report is for the removal of 500 yards of earth. Mr.
Bastian said no Findings of Fact have been made in the Hearing Examiner's report for the granting
of a modification or a variance. He contended that the report is unlawful under the City's owi1
procedures.
Councilmember Ostrom expressed concern that sufficient time had not been allotted for the hear.
ing. Mayor Naughten said the hearing may have to be extended.
Kevin Hanchett, previously identified, stated that he tailored his presentation to the time
restraints and fully expected the appellants to adhere to those time restraints also.
Mr. Snyder noted that the Hearing Examiner has made a recommendation to the Council. The Hearing
Examiner's report and public testimony was a part of the hearing. He said the Council could
consider the present hearing as a summarization of previously given testimony contained in thie
record. He reminded the audience that the record before the Council is comprised of not only the
hearing before it but also previous hearings. He said the Council has access to those recordi;
and may review those at its leisure prior to making a decision.
Councilmember Ostrom noted that the hearing is de novo, and the Council should hear any relevant
issues. Councilmember Hall said the hearing may have to be extended. She said she was concerned
about fairness. Each party has been allotted their time. She said if the Council abides by thh
rules, it won't get into any trouble.
Mr. Bastian referred to a California case regarding variances, as well as a Seattle case. Hre
submitted the documents to the Council, which were marked as Exhibits N8; 9, and 10. He noted
that those cases better outline the intent of a variance than the City Code does.
Councilmember Ostrom inquired if Findings of Fact 22 through 27 contained in the Hearing Examinr
er's report are not the criteria that are to be satisfies{ according to the Code for a variance'.
Mr. Bastian replied affirmatively. He said, however, the statements are conclusions rather thaji
Findings of Fact.
Councilmember Nordquist stated that he appreciated the efforts that Mr. Bastian had made in mak-
ing his presentation. However, he said he was unable to review the material at the meeting and
listen to Mr. Bastian's presentation at the same time. He suggested that, as has been the past
practice of other attorneys, Mr. Bastian submit materials in advance which he desired the Council
to review for delivery to the Council in their packets. Mr. Bastian said delivery of a document
by the attorney to the Council outside of the hearing process was unlawful, immoral, and a viola-
tion of the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine. Mr. Snyder noted that statutes that govern thie
Appearance of Fairness Doctrine provide an exception where the contents of ex parte communica-
tions may be revealed, placed in the record, and the opposing parties allowed an opportunity to
examine the same. Based on that statute, Mr. Snyder said the Council has a procedure of permit-
ting ex parte communications to be included in Council packets that are distributed to the
Council as well as the public.
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Mr. Snyder noted that the document referred to by the attorney was a brief and materials submit-
ted at the last hearing and not a part of the hearing before the Council at the present time.
Councilmember Ostrom recommended that when voluminous materials are submitted to the Council that
a hearing or decision be continued to another date to allow the Council an opportunity to review
them.
Councilmember Hall said the hearing process will be workable if all parties adhere to the sense
of fairness.
Roger Hertrich, previously identified, submitted literature to the Council provided by Mr.
Ahlbeck, one of the appellants.
Mr. Hertrich said he attended previous hearings and gave testimony. He said he felt as though he
has lost :the ability to present his position on a continued basis because of time restraints. He
said he believed major affected parties should be given ample time to present their case. He
said he would appreciate continuation of the hearing and/or remand the issue to the Hearing Exam-
iner.
Mary Matteson, 7315 - 180th St. S.W., said she owns a home at 520 Olympic Avenue. She said
that property was on the market for sale at one time, and the Hanchetts had the opportunity to
purchase it prior to construction of the garage but never contacted her. Ms. Matteson said
access could be provided to the Hanchett property via the northerly side of her property on
Olympic. Avenue.
Dorothy Petrich, 532 - 12th Avenue N., said she felt the development of the Hanchett property
would enhance the City as well as bring in revenue. She said the City of Edmonds is not a rural
town but is a growing and improving community. Ms. Petrich said she was heartily in favor of
the development of the Hanchett property.
Joan Stephenson, 443 - 12th Pl. N., said she and her husband are interested in the development
of the Hanchett property because it will enhance their view and deter burglars. She said she
was not in favor of access via lot 14, however.
Ian McMillan, 411 - 12th Avenue N., said he moved to his home prior to the development of Emer-
ald Hills. He said his view was approximately 180 degrees .at that time but has been diminished
to 50 to 60 degrees because of the growth of the trees on the Hanchett property. Mr.
McMillian said he represented at least 15 families who were in favor of the development of the
Hanchett property.
Jeff Palmer, 17510 - 76th Avenue W., said he believed the Hanchett family lias sufficiently
mitigated the impacts of the proposal and should be granted the same protections and privileges
enjoyed by other Edmonds residents. lie requested that the Council give sufficient weight to the
facts and uphold the Hearing Examiner's recommendation and grant preliminary approval of the
project.
Brenda Wren, 520 Olympic Avenue, eldest slaughter of the McCormicks, said she slept in the
bedroom that bordered the north side of her parents' home for eleven years. She said Mr.
Hanchett's statement that none of the bedrooms will be affected by the proposed access was incor-
rect. Mr. Hanchett said he was referring to Mr. and Mrs. McCormick's room and not the indi-
vidual children's rooms. lie noted that the children no longer resided at,that residence.
Mr. Hanchett reiterated that no studies were conducted on the property by Professor Breysse.
He said anything beyond the extensive studies regarding the noise level is merely conjecture. He
said that Mr. Kegel's research is an exact breakdown of the considerations by the Hanchetts.
He noted, however, that Mr. Kegel did not consider availability of property but the Hanchett's
were forced to consider that issue.
Mr. Hanchett said that anybody who contended that sufficient time was not provided to review
the project should review the record, which will depict the amount of testimony given and time
devoted.
Mr. Hanchett said considerations for the right-of-way are different due to the substandard
setback from the McCormick house. He said the fault cannot be placed upon either the
Hanchetts or McCormicks but, rather, can be attributable. to an oversight in the original
building of the plat.
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Mr. Hanchett noted that California cases are non binding on Washington courts and even les!
binding to the City Council. They are, he said, merely persuasive, and do not need to be consid-
ered.
Mr. Hanchett said there was some confusionregarding the Hearing Examiner's. Findings of Fact.
He said Conclusions are basically Findings of Fact. The Hearing Examiner cleared up the discrep:.
ancy between the conditional use permit and the variance in his amendment to his recommendatioiii
to the City. Mr. Hanchett said the Findings. of Fact stated all of the necessary factors for,
the purpose of a variance.
Mr. Hanchett requested the Council to act upon the Staff's recommendation and Hearing Examin--
er's recommendation and render a decision in favor of the applicants that evening.
Mr. Snyder clarified that zoning changes and subdivision plat approvals are not appeals to the
City Council. State statute establishes alternatives for reviewing certain actions. He noted
that the City had adopted the Bearing Examiner system. tie said the hearing before the Council is'
not an appeal but a review of the hearing Examiner's recommendation. He said the Council is fre6
to consider all of the evidence from previous hearings. He noted that de novo appeals may not
even enter into the issue.
Councilmember Ostrom noted that the Council does hear de novo hearings. Mr. Snyder said it has
been his interpretation of the ordinance that de novo goes to the burden of proof. The Council
considers the issue as a Inatter of first impression and is allowed to consider the record devel
oped before the Hearing Examiner and other public bodies. lie said de novo can refer to a new
hearing with no prior history as well as a hearing without a specified burden of proof.
Councilmember Ostrom noted that the Hearing Examiner recommended that the conditional use permit
be granted for the reduction of the right-of-way width. . Councilmember Ostrom said that issue was
clearly not the subject of a conditional use permit and that the amended Findings of Fact and
recommendations addressed excavation. Mr. Snyder said although there were some inconsistent,
paragraphs, paragraph 21 of the Conclusions contained in the Hearing Examiner's report specified
that the following paragraphs were considerations of the modification provision and quotes the
proper section.
Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the hearing.
Councilmember Ostrom recommended that the hearing be continued to a later date to allow the Coun-.
cil time to review the material that was submitted that evening.
Councilmember Hall recommended that the Council discuss the issue and then decide whether or not
to continue the hearing. She expressed concern regarding the access road and the impact to the.
McCormicks. She was also concerned that the McCormicks' position was that they were not
aware of the easement. She noted that an access road did exist previously and would be the best
access point available. She said she would like to see mitigating measures taken to abate the
noise if preliminary approval is granted. i
Mayor Naughten adjourned the meeting at 10 p.m. COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEM
BER KASPER, TO EXTEND THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilmember Hall said she was sure that the McCormicks were informed prior to the development:
of the road that that was an easement.
Because of a statement made earlier by Councilmember Hall, Mr. Snyder inquired about her discus-
sions with previous owners and individuals. Councilmember Hall said she had contacted individuals
before the issue before the Council at the present time arose. Mr. Snyder inquired if Councilmem-;
ber Hall has conducted individual investigation of the issue before it. Councilmember Hall re-
plied negatively.
Councilmember Jaech requested that the Council be allowed more time to review the record. She .
noted that no one should receive, accept, or discuss new evidence since the public portion of the
hearing was closed.
Councilmember Kasper noted that the newly presented information was not rebutted by the opposing
parties. Mr. Snyder said the requirement is that the opposing parties have an opportunity to
hear it and rebut it, but not necessarily that they have to rebut it.
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Councilmember Hall inquired if all 'of the information was contained in the Hearing Examiner's
report but out of context. Mr. Snyder replied affirmatively. He noted that the Council has the
option to either correct the record or remand it the the Hearing Examiner.
COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, TO CONTINUE THE COUNCIL DELIBERATION
OF THE HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF THE 10 LOT SUBDIVISION WITH
MODIFICATIONS AT 1100 DALEY PLACE TO DECEMBER 23, 1986. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilmember Hall inquired if the Council was amenable to deferring Items #7 (Recommendation to
Renew Employee Assistance Contract), 8 (Presentation of United Way award to Administrative Servic-
es Department), 9 (Proposed Ordinance Amending 1986 Budget as Result of Unanticipated Transfers
and Expenditures of Various Funds), and 10 (Budget Work session and Approval of Proposed. Ordi-
nance Adopting 1986 Budget) to a later date. Councilmember Hall recommended that Item #7 be
placed on next week's Consent Agenda, and that Item #10 be placed on the regular agenda next
week. Item #8 was placed on the January 13, 1986 agenda.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2598 AMENDING 1896 BUDGET AS RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED TRANSFERS AND EXPENDI-
TURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS
Administrative Services Director Art Housler reported that action by the City Council transfer-
ring monies from the Council Contingency Fund and increasing expenditures of certain funds re-
quires amendment to the 1986 Budget.
He said this is a housekeeping item necessitated by.legal audit requirement. State law requires
adoption of an ordinance or resolution whenever money is transferred from one fund to another.
It has been the practice to consolidate transfer transactions into one ordinance instead of adopt-
ing an ordinance or resolution each time a transfer is authorized by the City Council.
Mr. Housler recommended adoption of the proposed ordinance.
Mayor Naughten inquired if the public wished to offer their input. No public input was offered.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO ACCEPT THE RECOMMENDATION TO
ADOPT THE ORDINANCE 2598 AMENDING THE 1986 BUDGET AS A RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED TRANSFERS AND
EXPENDITURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS. MOTION CARRIED.
MAYOR
Mayor Naughten requested confirmation of Jim Waymire to the ADB. COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, TO CONFIRM THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF JIM WAYMIRE TO POSITION
#1 ON THE ADB, TERM TO EXPIRE NOVEMBER 5, 1987. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Naughten read the Board/Commission reappointments as follows:
Arts Commission, Position #6, Ann Saling, term to expire 12/31/1990; Board of Appeals, Position
#4, Tom McNerney, term to expire 12/31/1990 and Position #5, Bert Stole, term to expire
12/31/1990; Civil Service Commission, Position #1, Don Wells, term to expire 12/31/1992; Cemetery
Board, Position #1, Rosemary Specht, term to expire 12/31/1990 and Position #2, Ruth Sater,
term to expire 12/31/1990; Disability Board, Position #2, Robin Hickock, term to expire
12/31/1988; Library Board, Position #3, Geraldine Buckmeier, term to expire 12/31/1990; Plan-
ning Board, Position #1, flank Lewis, term to expire 12/31/1990 and Position #2, Richard Kirsch-
ner, term to expire 12/31/1990.
COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENTS.
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Naughten noted that the Christmas concert at the Westgate Chapel was an excellent con-
cert. He recommended that the Council attend the concert in the future.
Mayor Naughten reminded the Council that the Christmas party will be held on December 19, 1986.
COUNCIL
Council President Hall noted the following Council absences: Councilmember Hall, lecember 2 and
December 25, 1986; Councilmember Nordquist, December 2; Councilmember Jaech, December 2 and Decem-
ber 9. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO EXCUSE THOSE
ABSENCES. MOTION CARRIED.
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Council President Hall reminded the Council that a budget meeting was scheduled next week in
place of the Council committee meeting in the Plaza meeting room of the Library.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT HALL MOVED TO INITIATE A RESOLUTION TO VACATE THE PROPERTY OF MR. HANSON ANO
INSTRUCT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO DRAFT A RESOLUTION. THE MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
Council President Hall said Duane Bowman had given her a request of Wesley Hanson to initiatie
a street vacation. He dedicated 30 feet of his property in 1980 along 78th Avenue West as part
of the approval of his two -lot short subdivision (S-56-79). Since that time, the City has
amended the Official Street Map under file ST-2-85 to reduce the proposed street right-of-way
for 78th. Avenue West. Mr. Hanson would like 20 feet of the original 30 feet dedication re-
turned to him. Councilmember Jaech said she felt the issue should be channeled through the nor-
mal administrative procedure and suggested it be remanded to the Community Services Department.
Council President Hall noted that Student Representative Tom Peterson is a national merit scholar.
Council President Hall reported that the City Council file cabinet was lock jimmied but has since
been replaced and repaired. She said the lock has been changed on the door. Any Councilmembe-
requesting a key will receive one.
Councilmember Kasper inquired about the City's position regarding acquisition of the YMCA
site. Mayor Naughten reported that the Boy's Club is considering acquisition and is contacting
possible patrons to see if enough interest can be generated. Councilmember Kasper noted that
Staff informed the Council that the property was sold. Public Works Superintendent Bobby Mills
said if the Boy's Club makes an offer on the property, a thirty -day waiver will be executed.
Councilmember Wilson noted that he and his wife, as well as several other members of the communi-
ty, will be traveling to Japan. The primary goal of the visit is one of protocol to three univer-
sities on behalf of Edmonds Community College. fie said two Mountlake Terrace City Councilmember;s
will also travel to Japan. That city is presenting the universities with business cards with
their name and the appropriate Japanese words to make the card more meaningful, as well as small
gifts. lie suggested that the City also consider printing up cards as well as a few gifts. Mayor
Naughten suggested that he and Councilmember Wilson further discuss the issue on Wednesday.
Councilmember Dwyer recommended that Student Representative Tom Peterson be invited to the Coun-
cil work dinner meeting on December 30, 1986. Ile noted that Tom's tenure expires in December.
The Council said they did not wish to meet on December 30, but the meeting was not cancelled
because the Budget has not yet been finalized.
The meeting adjourned at 10:28 p.m.
These minutes are subject to December 23, 1986.approval.
JAG UELINE G. PARRETT, City Clerk LARRY q. NAUGHTENJ Mayor
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