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09/01/1987 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO SEPTEMBER 8, 1987 APPROVAL 1 EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7 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 Jack Wilson, Council President John Nordquist Steve Dwyer Laura Hall Jo -Anne Jaech Bill Kasper Lloyd Ostrom Scott Tracy, Student Rep. Mary Lou Block, Planning Div. -Mgr. Art Housler, Admin. Svc. Director Peter Hahn, Comm. Svc. Director Bobby Mills, Pub. Wks. Supt. Bob Alberts, City Engineer Dan Prinz, Police Chief Gary McComas, Fire Marshal Chris Beckman, Engineering Coord. Scott Snyder, City Attorney Jackie Parrett, City Clerk Margaret Richards, Recorder Councilmember Dwyer arrived a few minutes late and did not vote on items on the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Kasper arrived a few minutes late, also, and did not vote on any issue prior to item #4 on the regular agenda. Mayor Naughten noted that item (E) on the Consent Agenda, Proposed Resolution 665 Adopting Infor- mal Bidding Procedures for Purchase of Material, Equipment, and Services Valued From $7,500 to $15,000, was advised to be removed by the City Attorney. City Attorney Scott Snyder said pro- posed resolution 664 was not necessary because the City of Edmonds is populated by more than 20,000 people and the proposed resolution was only required for cities under 20,000. COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO REMOVE ITEM (E) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Naughten noted that item (M) was also advised to be removed from the Consent Agenda in order to clarify the wording of the proposed ordinance. Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block said because the street amendment was to be approved subject to the maintenance of a pedestrian and utility easement, the wording "pedestrian easement", which was not included in the ordinance, must be included in the language. Ms. Block said it was not necessary to remove item (E) from the Consent Agenda because the City Attorney could simply make the changes to paragraph 6, line 2 of the ordinance with Council approval. COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO SO AMEND AND ADOPT PROPOSED ORDI- NANCE 2637. MOTION CARRIED. CONSENT AGENDA COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The approved items on the Consent Agenda include the following: If �� a,L"4 (A) ROLL CALL (B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF AUGUST 18, 1987 (C) APPROVAL OF ADDENDUM TO AUGUST 4, 1987 MINUTES (REQUESTED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON) (D) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 664 COMMENDING STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE SCOTT TRACY (F) SET SEPTEMBER 15, 1987 FOR HEARING ON APPEAL OF ADB DECISION REGARDING FREESTANDING SIGN FOR 7-ELEVEN FOOD STORE AT 21920 HIGHWAY 99 (ADB-52-86/APPELLANT: SOUTHLAND CORP.) (G) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2634 AMENDING CITY CODE TO PROVIDE THAT APPLICATIONS FOR FIREWORKS STANDS BE SUBMITTED AT LEAST 60 DAYS IN ADVANCE OF DATE OF FIREWORKS SALES (H) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2635 ESTABLISHING PREANNEXATION ZONING FOR SHERWOOD ANNEXATION (CITY OF EDMONDS/R=1-87) (I) SET SEPTEMBER 15, 1987 FOR HEARING ON HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION ON HEIGHT VARIANCE FOR EDMONDS HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM AT 7600 - 212TH ST. S.W. (V-21-87/EDMONDS SCHOOL DISTRICT 15) Alto (J) ACCEPTANCE OF QUIT CLAIM DEED FROM BUDDY J. AND JOANN I. LEUFKENS FOR STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY AT 16320 - 75TH PL. W. (K) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2636 AMENDING CITY CODE REGARDING RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMITS AND THE 72 HOUR MAXIMUM PARKING RESTRICTION (L) ADOPTED MODIFICATION TO 1987 OVERLAY PROGRAM AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT 6 (M) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2637 AMENDING OFFICIAL STREET MAP TO REDUCE PROPOSED RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR M,„;e 80TH PL. W., NORTH OF 212TH S.W., FROM 35 FT.,TO 25 FT. (ST-3-87/CITY OF EDMONDS) PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION TO STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE SCOTT TRACY Council President Wilson read the resolution into the record commending Scott Tracy for his ser- vice as a student member of the Edmonds City Council from June 1987 to September 1987. Council President Wilson added that the contributions of Student Representative Tracy stood out amongst those of the former student representatives. Student Representative Tracy said he really enjoyed �,. his tenure and would always remember the experience. Council President Wilson presented Student Representative Tracy with the resolution. AUDIENCE Mayor Naughten opened the audience portion of the meeting. Morgan Pierre, 22608 - 84th Ave. W., and Steve Goodman, 216 Glen St., Apt. 1-G, were in atten- dance to address the issue of skateboarding. Mr. Pierre requested the Council to consider providing a facility for skateboarders so that they could legally enjoy the sport. He said there are no local facilities available at the present time where skateboarders may go. Mr. Goodman said he recently moved to Washington from Montana. He said he is constantly sneered at by shop owners, citizens, and police officers when he skateboards around town. He said teenag- ers are interested in finding a place where they can go to enjoy the sport safely and legally and not irritate passersby. Mr. Goodman said he was sensitive to the frustrations of drivers and pedestrians and said a facility constructed exclusively for the sport of skateboarding would resolve the conflict between those who participate in the sport and citizens who encounter skate- boarders on public streets. Councilmember Ostrom inquired about the type of facility that would be necessary for skateboard- ing. Mr. Goodman said he used to frequent the home of his friend in Montana. His friend's par- ents had provided a facility in their back yard with a 35'x10' ramp, several fly ramps, sidewalks and steps. Councilmember Ostrom inquired how such a facility might be funded in Edmonds. Mr. Pierre said monies could be collected from resident users in the form of membership dues; a flat fee of $5 per day collected by nonresident users; a concession stand could be erected to generate funds; car washes, et. cetera. Councilmember Wilson inquired about the accident ratio of skateboarding. Mr. Morgan said if participants wear the proper safety equipment, injuries, although frequent, are relatively minor. Mayor Naughten said Staff would research the issue and contact Mr. Pierre and Mr. Goodman in the future. Natalie Shippen, 1022 Euclid, asked when the Walnut Street corner parks would be completed. �p Public Works Superintendent Bobby Mills replied in October, with the exception of one corner park, which would be completed in April due to the construction of a building at that intersec- tion. Mayor Naughten closed the audience portion of the meeting. PRESENTATION BY DR. M. WARD HINDS, SNOHOMISH HEALTH DISTRICT, AND COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF 2/ HEALTH DISTRICT BUDGET Councilmember Hall introduced Dr. M. Ward Hinds and Richard Mockler. She thanked them for attend- ing the Council meeting. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2 SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 Councilmember Hall said she and Councilmember Nordquist serve on the Health Board and are aware of the needs of the Health District. She said the meeting was an opportune time to further clari- fy the information that she had submitted to the Council on June 25. Dr. Hinds submitted a packet of information to the Council. Dr. Hinds referred to a graph which illustrated the per capita level of spending for public health services in the four largest counties in the State of Washington; those being Snohomish, Spokane, King, and Pierce Counties. He emphasized that there is a discrepancy in the level of spending amongst the four counties, noting that Snohomish County spent less than $10 per resident in 1987 compared to more than $14 per resident in Spokane County; approximately $22 per resident in King County; and $23 per resident in Pierce County. Dr. Hinds said there is general agreement among members of the Board of Health that Snohomish Health District has been under funded for some time and so the Board is attempting to take corrective action. Dr. Hinds pointed out that the population of Snohomish County increased by approximately 43% between the years 1977 through 1987 while the increase of staff at Snohomish Health District increased by only 14%. He said it was necessary for the District to maintain a level of staffing which approximated the level of growth in the County because activities which the Health District is responsible for were extremely population related. Dr. Hinds reviewed the request for the 1988 budget enhancements, which were approved by the Board of Health, as follows: increase of 3 public health nurses, 1 maternal child health program super- visor, and 1 clerk typist for the Maternal and Child Health Program; increase in the reception- ist/clerk staffing and nursing supervisor for the Clinical Services Program; additional full-time public health nurse for the AIDS Prevention Program; additional public health nurse for the Chil- dren With Special Needs Program; full-time environmental health specialist in the form of a clerk/typist and laboratory technician for the Environmental Health Program; additional field sanitation lead worker for the Sanitation Program, as well as a full-time environmental health specialist and a laboratory technician; full-time environmental health specialist for the Toxic & Hazardous Waste Program; half-time environmental health specialist, clerk/typist, and half-time laboratory technician for the Public Swimming Pools Program; repair of existing equipment in the public health laboratory as well as additional supplies; microfilm equipment in administration to maintain the inactive records as required by law. Dr. Hinds estimated that the total budgetary requests for 1988 totalled $498,180. He pointed out that the proposed budgetary increase for the City of Edmonds amounted to $16,300, or 3.2% of the total budget increase request. Councilmember Nordquist inquired if Snohomish County will require that septic facilities be in- creased if existing structures are expanded, as King County now requires, and if the Snohomish County Health District had adequate staffing to inspect those premises. Dr. Hinds said although that procedure is not State mandated, Snohomish County does follow that procedure. He said there was not adequate staffing at the present time for the sanitation program. Councilmember Nord- quist inquired if additional staff was needed to conduct restaurant inspections. Dr. Hinds re- plied negatively. He noted that the health program has undergone considerable strengthening and reorganization over the last several years. Councilmember Ostrom said he did not believe the population of Edmonds has increased significant- ly over the last decade. He inquired which part of the County has significantly increased in population, as earlier stated by Dr. Hinds. Dr. Hinds pointed out that Edmonds comprises 7.2% of the County's population and, yet, contributes only 2.3% of the public health budget. He said although the growth in Edmonds has been somewhat less than other parts of the County, the growth rate has been significant. Councilmember Ostrom inquired how the formula was arrived at in deter- mining the cost allocation of the 1988 budget for Edmonds. Dr. Hinds said the formula was deter- mined by the Board of Health and was based upon the population size of the specific governmental entities. Councilmember Kasper inquired about the budget increase of the Health District through the years 1985-1987. Dr. Hinds said because he only recently joined the staff of the Health District, he was not aware of the increases in years earlier than 1986. He said the increase from 1986 to 1987 was approximately 18%. Councilmember Kasper inquired if the 1986 budget request was adhered to and executed as proposed. Dr. Hinds replied affirmatively. At the request of Councilmember Kasper, Dr. Hinds reviewed the changes that occurred in the the Health District for the year 1986. Mayor Naughten inquired about the 1987 budget figure for the Health District. Dr. Hinds said the budget for 1987 was $3.7 million. Mayor Naughten inquired about the amount of the 1987 budget contribution from Edmonds. Dr. Hinds replied $85,863. Mayor Naughten inquired if any of the budget requests for 1988 were for programs not a responsibility of the Health District. Dr. Hinds replied negatively. Mayor Naughten inquired if the Federal government has offered assis- tance to local governments for the education of AIDS. Dr. Hinds replied negatively. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3 SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 Councilmember Kasper inquired if the budget request for the City of Edmonds was proportionate to the budget request for the County. Dr. Hinds said the increase for the County was larger than for the cities. Councilmember Kasper inquired if the ratio of budget increases to small towns was proportionate to that of cities. Dr. Hinds said the budget requests have increased by the same percentage in accordance with populations. Councilmember Wilson inquired to what extent other counties were becoming involved in the preven- tion of AIDS. Dr. Hinds said the primary effort in the Seattle area focused on educational pro- grams to control the spread of the AIDS virus. Councilmember Wilson noted that a recent newspa- per article quoted the Surgeon General as saying that a vaccine will almost assuredly not be forthcoming in the next decade and perhaps never. Councilmember Dwyer inquired when the Health District will have a sufficient staffing level, as well as funds, to meet the demands of the public. He also inquired what percentage of funding was necessary to accomplish that goal. Dr. Hinds assured the Council, although he said it was difficult to determine the precise needs of public health in advance, that a budget increase of 18% would not be necessary for the 1989 budget. Councilmember Dwyer inquired what the District was attempting to accomplish with a budget increase. Dr. Hinds said the District was trying to fill the staffing level needs and, thus, meet the demands of public health services. Councilmem- ber Dwyer inquired how optimum staffing levels are determined. Dr. Hinds said the staffing level is determined by the external demand for public health services. Councilmember Hall said she was dismayed, as a health board member, to learn that past staff had not negotiated for departmental needs. She said she was pleased that Dr. Hinds and Mr. Mockler had joined the staff of the Health District because they were reorganizing and restructuring the District. Councilmember Hall pointed out that the important issue to remember was not whether an epidemic had broken out in an Edmonds or Lynnwood restaurant but that a problem existed within the County and must be acted upon. Councilmember Nordquist pointed out that because the smaller towns in the County had no revenue available for public health services that the larger cities, as well as the County, was subsidiz- ing those programs. Councilmember Hall inquired about the time line for the budgetary process of the Health Dis- trict. Dr. Hinds said that process was dependent upon finalization of the budgetary process of cities within Snohomish County. Councilmember Kasper inquired if the State is showing a trend of providing less support for pub- lic health services to local governments. Dr. Hinds said only minimum support is received from the State. Mayor Naughten thanked Dr. Hinds for attending the meeting and sharing information with the Coun- cil. CONTINUED HEARING ON APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER DECISION DENYING HEIGHT VARIANCE AT 110 PINE ST. v t2� AP-8-87/SIONEY LOCKE FROM JULY 7 1987 Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block reported that on April 2, 1987, the Hearing Examiner held a public hearing on the variance request of Sydney Locke to allow a proposed new residence at 110 Pine Street to exceed the permitted 25 foot height limit by 10 feet. The Hearing Examiner issued his decision on May 4, 1987 denying the variance request. On May 18, 1987, Mr. Locke filed an appeal seeking to overturn the Hearing Examiner's decision. The City Council continued the hearing on this matter from July 7, 1987 until the issue of the location of the secondary wastewater treatment plant was decided. Ms. Block noted that the Coun- cil rendered a decision last week to construct the treatment plant at the existing plant location on Dayton Street. Consequently, Mr. Locke's concern regarding the possibility of construction of the treatment plant adjacent to his property on Pine Street was no longer an issue. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if discussions have taken place between Staff and Mr. Locke in the interim which have altered any position. Ms. Block replied negatively. Sidney Locke said because of the configuration of his property and existing structures adjacent to his property on Pine,Street, access to his lot is restricted to the center of his property and the buildability of the lot was also restricted. Mr. Locke said he felt a variance should be granted to him to build the style of house he has proposed because he believed the proposal met all of the criteria as set forth in ECDC 20.85.010. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4 SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 Mr. Locke said he would appreciate it if he was allowed to build a quality home on his lot. He said the style was conducive to the theme of Old Mill Town. Mr. Locke added that his grandfather moved to Edmonds in 1893 and he, also, is a native of Edmonds. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if Mr. Locke still desired to construct a replica of a Victorian house. Mr. Locke replied affirmatively. Councilmember Kasper inquired if compensation was awarded to his family when SR 104 was construct- ed. Mr. Locke replied affirmatively. He said the family received $300. Councilmember Kasper inquired about the increase in grade since the family purchased the lot. Mr. Locke said the family would have owned the property to the far side of the freeway. However, the creek was relocated to the area where the fish hatchery is presently located. Councilmember Hall inquired if the variance for 10 feet was necessary only because the tower would exceed the height limit. Mr. Locke said the tower would only exceed the mansard roof by 5 to 6 feet. Mayor Naughten opened the public portion of the hearing. No public input was offered. Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the hearing. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO UPHOLD THE HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if the motion included the adoption of the Hearing Examiner's Find- ings of Fact & Conclusions of Law. Councilmember Wilson replied affirmatively. The seconder agreed. Councilmember Hall expressed concern with the proposal because she said she was unsure what type of structure would actually be built. Councilmember Ostrom said the charge of the Council was to determine whether a height variance should be granted and that the type of structure was irrele- vant to the issue. Councilmember Kasper said he would be better directed if he was aware of what type of structure was proposed. He thought that the construction of a home with character and sentiment would be an asset to the community rather than a liability because he said the surrounding area has been severely impacted by the construction of SR 104. MOTION CARRIED. HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE SECTION 18.80 REGARDING STREET STAN- DARDS CITY OF EDMONDS Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block reported that several months ago the Fire Department indicated an interest in modifying street standards in the Community Development Code to assure 20 feet of clearance for access to all lots in the City. These new standards pertain to all new commercial or multi -family development or single-family development on lots capable of subdivi- sion and not for single-family development on a single lot on an existing street or access ease- ment. Ms. Block said the Planning and Engineering Divisions worked with the Fire Department to develop the language and illustrations necessary to accomplish the modifications. In addition, there were other modifications that Staff would like to incorporate in regard to driveway width and street and driveway slope. Ms. Block said Staff discussed the proposed changes with the Community Services Committee on several occasions as well as with a number of local developers. As a result of those meetings, there have been several modifications to the original draft, which are reflected in the revised table of street standards. Ms. Block said it is the recommendation of Staff that the Council adopt the revised standards and direct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance. Fire Marshal Gary McComas noted that the issue arose due to a need of clarification in the Uni- form Fire Code to establish minimum standards, primarily for access of emergency services as well as for access of the users of property. He said because the existing Code is not in compliance with the Uniform Fire Code, the proposed modifications have been recommended for approval. Councilmember Kasper inquired if only a 20 foot access was required to a fire hydrant if it was adjacent to a lot which was capable of being subdivided. Fire Marshall McComas said the intent of the proposed modifications was to obtain access to a building and not just to a fire hydrant. Councilmember Kasper inquired if 20 feet of easement would be required to a home at the end of a EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5 SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 development. Fire Marshall McComas said 20 feet of easement and 16 feet of pavement is recommend- ed. City Engineer Bob Alberts clarified that the amendment proposes that 16 feet of pavement for 1 to 4 lot developments be made available with 2 foot gravel shoulders, and any development of 5 lots or more would require 20 feet of pavement. He said the intent of the modifications is to provide consistency between the Uniform Fire Code and the street standards. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if all four of the conditions as set forth in the Revised Section 18.80.060 (D) must first be satisfied in order for the Public Works Director to authorize street slopes in excess of 12%. Mr. Alberts replied affirmatively. Councilmember Ostrom recommended that the wording in that section be clarified. Councilmember Ostrom inquired what process would be undertaken if a street slope in excess of 15% was desired. Planning Division Manager -Mary Lou Block said a hearing would be held before the Hearing Examiner and then could be appealed to the Council. City Attorney Scott Snyder requested Council permission to revise the language in the revised standards to conform to other provisions of the Code. He reviewed the recommended changes with the Council. Because of numerous questions by Community Services Committee members and Councilmembers, Council - member Ostrom recommended that the issue be remanded to the Committee. Mayor Naughten opened the public portion of the hearing. Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, said the present proposal will not allow home owners to subdi- vide a lot at the end of a narrow lane and develop their property. He pointed out that utilities are usually available in instances such as that and could be provided in the roadway if neces- sary. Mr. Hertrich said access for emergency vehicles could be made available by providing a landing at the end of a narrow lane. Mr. Hertrich said he did not see a necessity to widen commercial driveways. Councilmember Dwyer inquired why commercial driveways were proposed to be widened to 40 feet. Mr. Alberts replied to allow better circulation for ingress and egress. He described how vehi- cles sometimes back up on a street when another vehicle is entering a commercial driveway as another vehicle is exiting the driveway. Mayor Naughten closed the public portion of the hearing. COUNCILMEMBER NOROQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO REMAND THE ISSUE TO THE COMMUNI- TY SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR CLARIFICATION. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER DWYER OPPOSED. PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2638 AMENDING 1987 BUDGET AS A RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED TRANSFERS AND EXPENDI- TURES OF VARIOUS FUNDS Administrative Services Director Art Housler reported that previous actions taken by the City Council transferred monies from one fund to another, which increased the expenditures thereof. Such action requires that the 1987 Budget be amended. Mr. Housler said State law requires that an ordinance be adopted whenever money is transferred from one fund to another. He said it has been a practice to consolidate these actions into a mid -year ordinance and a year-end ordinance instead of adopting an ordinance each time the Coun- cil takes action requiring a budget adjustment. Mr. Housler said it is the recommendation of Staff to adopt the proposed ordinance. COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE. City Attorney Scott Snyder pointed out that State law requires that there be an opportunity for public comment before adoption of the ordinance. Mayor Naughten opened the discussion for public comment. No public input was offered. MOTION CARRIED. REVIEW OF PROPOSED RESOLUTION PLACING STREET IMPROVEMENT ADVISORY BALLOT BEFORE THE CITIZENS IN GENERAL ELECTION Since the end of 1985, the Community Services Department has placed a very high priority on the analysis of needs in the City's infrastructure (sewers, water lines, roads, stormwater control, EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6 SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 and general governmental facilities). A report prepared by the Engineering Division, provides a comprehensive assessment of roads and paving needs, and proposes alternatives for a Capital Im- provements Program (C.I.P.) for addressing the needs. The Citizen survey of 1986 revealed that Edmonds residents placed the highest priority on the need to improve roads. The report provides a basis for offering the residents an opportunity to determine the level of effort they are pre- pared to support. The next step would be to place a question of this issue on an Advisory Ballot in the November general election. The choices would be the following: 1) level of effort, 2) method of financ- ing. It is important to recognize that the project is not a one-time project but, rather, a continuous program designed to optimize the expenditure of public funds. The longer a road is neglected, the more funds are needed to return it to a proper state of repair. In addition to the actual costs of restructuring, the administrative costs, engineering costs, and contingencies have been factored in. Contingencies were included because it is frequently impossible to know the precise extent of work needed on a particular road segment until the work has commenced. In addition, the needs assessment, while comprehensive, is not 100% accurate in terms of ascertaining all of the needs. To the extent possible, the timing of the program will be coordinated to coincide with improve- ments involving underground utilities, and costs will be shared on some rational basis. This may reduce the total costs of the roads program or simply extend the funds into the next cycle of work. It is anticipated that the second cycle of paving will be significantly less intensive because of the initial phases of work and because Staff will be intensifying 0 & M efforts through new programs. Mayor Naughten said Staff recommends approval of a five year improvement program at a cost of $6,775,000 as the basis of an ongoing pavement management program in five year increments. He said it is advised that the program be presented to the voters on an advisory ballot on November 3 and then placed on the regular ballot in the spring if a favorable response is received. City Engineer Bob Alberts reviewed the Street Inventory and Evaluation Report with the Council. He said the City streets were divided into the following three categories: arterials, residen- tial collectors, and residential deadends. Staff evaluated the street system based on those categories, and the information was then placed on a computer program. Mr. Alberts reviewed the analysis of street conditions and the programs to repair those streets, as well as financing options. He said the analysis revealed that approximately 30% of City streets have high deficien- cies. Community Services Director Peter Hahn said Staff recommended that the program is funded via a five year levy. Mayor Naughten noted that the Community Services Committee also endorsed that form of financing. Councilmember Ostrom said he did not believe that an advisory ballot was necessary and that the issued should be placed directly on the spring ballot. Mayor Naughten said because of time re- straints, a regular ballot issue could not be placed on the November 3 ballot. In addition, he said if the advisory ballot were approved, citizens would then have an opportunity to form a citi- zens committee to support a bond issue. Councilmember Dwyer said he was unsure, also, whether an advisory ballot was a necessary step. He said he would prefer that public hearings were held on the issue and then put it to a vote on the spring ballot. Councilmember Hall and Councilmember Wilson concurred. Mayor Naughten recommended that Staff provide further detail of the financing options to the Council at a future date as well as information discussing the advantages of the advisory ballot versus the regular ballot; and ascertain the time frame for the spring election for the Edmonds School District. A hearing was scheduled on October 6, 1987 to discuss.program alternatives. MAYOR Mayor Naughten said it appears that there are a number of technical construction level improve- s that were identified and confirmed in the Value Engineering report. In addition, the re- port indicated a variation of the swap with Metro whereby Metro would accept all of the City's sludge and the City, in turn, would accept all of the sludge from Richmond Beach'as well as from Mountlake Terrace. Mayor Naughten said that scenario represents a considerable savings. Staff is evaluating the suggestion and working to resolve the uncertainties involved. However, the probability of undertaking that variation does not appear very promising. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7 SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 Mayor Naughten informed the Council that the film makers of the TV series entitled "A Year in the Life" will be in town on Thursday filming future episodes. COUNCIL Council President Wilson requested that the minute taker of the meeting held on August 25, 1987 prepare a verbatim transcript of the meeting. Councilmember Hall stated that verbatim minutes should be prepared if a Council member so desires. Councilmember Dwyer said the decision to prepare verbatim minutes was a decision of the Council as a whole and not that of an individual Council member. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF AUGUST 25, 1987 BE PREPARED VERBATIM. Councilmember Dwyer said he would vote against the motion because the minutes were becoming more and more extensive and costing more money, and he could see no reason for preparing verbatim minutes. Councilmember Ostrom said the minutes were excellent minutes and contained all of the necessary information. He said he did not see any point in ever preparing verbatim minutes. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. MOTION FAILED WITH COUNCILMEMBER HALL, COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, AND COUNCILMEMBER WILSON IN FAVOR; COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, AND COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM OPPOSED. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, THAT THE VOTE OF THE SECONDARY WASTEWATER TREATMENT DISCUSSED ON AUGUST 25, 1987 BE RECORDED ACCURATELY BY NAME AND VOTE. MO- TION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER KASPER OPPOSED. Council President Wilson said he preferred that the Council meeting scheduled on September 15, 1987 not be rescheduled regardless of the primary election because he said the Plaza Room was not available on the 16th and several Councilmembers would be away at that time. The Council con- curred. Student Representative Scott Tracy thanked the Council for selecting him as a student member. He said although he was somewhat intimidated at the beginning of his tenure, he felt a lot of sup- port by Councilmembers. He said working with the Council has made the summer more eventful for him. Councilmember Ostrom informed the Council that there is a local company called Marvel Industries that manufacturers the wooden stakes for campaign signs. He said the company employs handicapped people and their prices are very good. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if Staff has followed up on the letter from the Tumbleweeds. Mayor j1 aughten said Staff is scheduled to meet with the group on Friday. He said a report will be submitted to the Council in the near future. Councilmember Ostrom requested Staff to research the issue of the safety of horses on public streets. Councilmember Jaech inquired if the Council desired Staff to prepare a more detailed semi-annual financial report. Because no Council direction was given, Councilmember Jaech said the report will be submitted as usual. Councilmember Jaech inquired about the status of the issue regarding the Dorchester Apartments. City Attorney Scott Snyder said the City is in the process of prosecution. The defendants filed an appeal and the appeal was dismissed. The Municipal Court found them guilty but suspended sentencing in order for them to go back and make another variance request. Councilmember Jaech requested Staff to follow up on the issue. Councilmember Jaech inquired about the status of the issue involving Mr. Petrowitz. Mr. Snyder said charges have been filed against Mr. Petrowitz. Councilmember Jaech recognized Chris Matt for his outstanding flower plantings at the Quintana Roo. She felt he should be given a citizens award. Councilmember Hall inquired when a Council Resource Assistant would be hired. Council President Wilson said he has been under .the impression that a person had been interested in the job but she has turned down the job. He said the process may take several more weeks before an assistant is hired. T meeting adjourne#_at 9 9 P.M. C ELINE G. P'ARRET, City Clerk CX �, __ LARR S . �lAUGHTE Mayor EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 8 SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 1 AGENDA EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL PLAZA MEETING ROOM -LIBRARY BUILDING 7.00 10:00 P.M. SEPTEMBER 1, 1987 CALL TO ORDER FLAG SALUTE - 1. CONSENT AGENDA (A) ROLL CALL (B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF AUGUST 18, 1987 (C) APPROVAL OF ADDENDUM TO AUGUST 4, 1987 MINUTES (REQUESTED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON) (D) PROPOSED RESOLUTION 664 COMMENDING STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE SCOTT TRACY (E) PROPOSED RESOLUTION 665 ADOPTING INFORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR PURCHASE OF MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES VALUED FROM $7,500 TO $15,000 (F) SET DATE FOR HEARING ON APPEAL OF ADB DECISION REGARDING FREESTANDING SIGN FOR 7-ELEVEN FOOD STORE AT 21920 HIGHWAY 99 (ADB-52-86/APPELLANT: SOUTHLAND CORP) (SUGGESTED HEARING DATE: SEPTEMBER 15, 1987) (G) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2634 AMENDING CITY CODE TO PROVIDE THAT APPLICATIONS FOR FIREWORKS STANDS BE SUBMITTED AT LEAST 60 DAYS IN ADVANCE OF DATE OF FIREWORKS SALES (H) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2635 ESTABLISHING PREANNEXATION ZONING FOR SHERWOOD ANNEXATION (CITY OF EDMONDS/R-1-87) .(I) SET DATE FOR HEARING ON HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION ON HEIGHT VARIANCE FOR EDMONDS HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM AT 7600 212TH ST. S.W. (V-21-87/EDMONDS SCHOOL DISTRICT 15) (SUGGESTED DATE: SEPTEMBER 15, 1987) (J) ACCEPTANCE OF QUIT CLAIM DEED FROM BUDDY J. AND JOANN I. LEUFKENS FOR STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY AT 16320 75TH PL. W.. (K) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2636 AMENDING CITY CODE REGARDING RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMITS AND THE 72-HOUR MAXIMUM PARKING RESTRICTION (L) PROPOSED MODIFICATION TO 1987 OVERLAY PROGRAM AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT (M) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2637 AMENDING OFFICIAL STREET MAP TO REDUCE PROPOSED RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR 80TH PL. W., NORTH OF 212TH S.W., FROM 35' TO 25' (ST-3-87/CITY OF EDMONDS) 2. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION TO STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE ( 5 MINUTES) SCOTT TRACY 3. AUDIENCE 4. PRESENTATION BY DR. M. WARD HINDS, SNOHOMISH HEALTH DISTRICT; AND (30 MINUTES) COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF HEALTH DISTRICT BUDGET 5. CONTINUED HEARING ON APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER DECISION DENYING HEIGHT (30 MINUTES) VARIANCE AT 110 PINE ST. (AP-8-87/SIDNEY LOCKE) (FROM JULY 7, 1987) 6. HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE SECTION (45 MINUTES) 18.80 REGARDING STREET STANDARDS (CITY OF EDMONDS) 7. PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2638 AMENDING 1987 BUDGET AS RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED ( 5 MINUTES) TRANSFERS AND EXPENDITURES OF VARIUS FUNDS 8. REVIEW OF PROPOSED RESOLUTION PLACING STREET IMPROVEMENT ADVISORY BALLOT (30 MINUTES) BEFORE THE CITIZENS IN GENERAL ELECTION 9. MAYOR 10. COUNCIL THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND PARKING AND MEETING ROOMS ARE HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE