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11/02/1987 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO NOVEMBER 10, 1987 APPROVAL' EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 2, 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 Mary Lou Block, Planning Div. Mgr. Jack Wilson, Council President Jim Barnes, Parks & Rec. Div. Mgr. John Nordquist Jerry Hauth, Hydraulics Engineer Steve Dwyer Art Housler, Admin. Svc. Director Laura Hall Peter Hahn, Comm. Svc. Director Jo -Anne Jaech Jack Weinz, Fire Chief Bill Kasper Dan Prinz, Police Chief Lloyd Ostrom Chris Beckman, Engineering Coord. Dan Marsh, Student Rep. Scott Snyder, City Attorney Jackie Parrett, City Clerk Margaret Richards, Recorder CONSENT AGENDA Items (B), (D) and (E) were removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED, SECOND- ED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, 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 MARY R. LEHNER ($210.96) AND ALLAN K. RAUDENBUSH ($403.64) (F) AUTHORIZATION TO COMPLETE ANDERSON CENTER PROJECT ($2,572) (G) SET NOVEMBER 17, 1987 FOR HEARING ON APPEAL OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD DECISION REGARDING RETAIL BUILDING WITH GAS PUMP ISLAND AT NORTHEAST CORNER OF OLYMPIC VIEW DR. AND PUGET DR. (ADB-90-86/APPLICANT: RAINIER NATIONAL BANK/APPELLANT: HAROLD SCHNARRE) (o �) (H) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 6ADOPTING COTS.R6/ANTHONY CONCOMITANT TO CG FOR PROPERTYLOCATEDAT8009238TH. (I) AUTHORIZATION TO SOLICIT BIDS FOR STANDBY GENERATOR FOR LIFT STATION 7 ($20,000) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 20, 1987 [ITEM (B) ON THE CONSENT AGENDA] Councilmember Jaech referred to the memorandum from City Clerk Jackie Parrett regarding the cor- rection to the minutes of October 20, 1987 in which Bobby Mills noted that there was a slight 11141�error on the last page of the minutes. The motion authorized Alfa Insulation "...TO INSULATE THE BOYS' CLUB..." and it should authorize "...TO REMOVE ASBESTOS FROM THE BOYS' CLUB...". The Council concurred that the intent of the motion was to authorize removal of asbestos from the Boys' Club. FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK BY QUEEN CITY INDUSTRIES FOR ANDERSON CENTER GYM FLOOR PROJECT AND SET 30 DAY RETAINAGE PERIOD LITEM D ON THE CONSENT AGENDAJ FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK BY KAC CONSTRUCTION INC. FOR 80TH AVE. STORM SEWER PROJECT AND SET 30 DAY RETAINAGE PERIOD LITEM E ON THE CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Kasper said although the contracts should be approved, he would like to discuss the issue of allocation of 1% funding to the Arts for maintenance projects in the near future. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO APPROVE ITEMS (0) AND (E) BUT NOT INCLUDE FUNDING FOR 1% FOR THE ARTS AND DISCUSS THAT ISSUE AT THE NOVEMBER 17, 1987 WORK MEET- ING. MOTION CARRIED. AUDIENCE Mayor Naughten opened the audience portion of the meeting. Michael Deming, Kruger Clinic, 21600 Highway 99, said the entrance to the building is via 216th S.W. He requested that a 75 foot no parking strip be designated at both sides of the . entrance to reduce traffic hazards. Community Services Director Peter Hahn said he thought the request was an excellent issue to be discussed by the Traffic Safety Committee on November 10. Councilmember Dwyer inquired if the issue would be more appropriately heard by the Community Services Committee. Mr. Hahn said the issue could also be discussed by that Committee but recom- mended that it definitely be heard by the Traffic Safety Committee. Councilmember Jaech recommended, in the interest of time, that a proposal be submitted to the Council after it is reviewed by the Traffic Safety Committee. Mr. Hahn concurred. Mayor Naughten closed the audience portion of the meeting. PRESENTATION BY SNOHOMISH COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Kurt Bloeser, Chairman of the Snohomish County Economic Development Council (EDC), reported that EDC created over 6,000 jobs in the County during the last fiscal year, primarily in the south part of the County. Team Snohomish, which was modelled after Team Washington, was created, as well. He said the team familiarizes companies that are interested in the County. In addi- tion, a public policy group was formed. The group is represented by a large percentage of major cities in the County. It addresses political issues which arise and proposes solutions.. John Thorston, President of EDC, said EDC considers Edmonds an integral part of its assets, both in the quality of life that is exhibited in the City andin the potential for commercial and recreational development. Mr. Thorston said the organization is one of thirty-nine organizations in the State of Washing- ton. It is an associate development organization of Governor Gardner's Team Washington and is under contract with the State to market Snohomish County for investment potentials for trade and joint venture opportunities. Mr. Thorston said he believed EDC was well recognized at the State level as the leading associate development organization in the State. Mr. Thorston said the goal of EDC is to attract and retain jobs in the County. Five areas are of key interest: local business development, industrial recruitment, trade expansion, Team Snohomish, and the Public Policy Committee. Mr. Thorston noted that the Council has helped over 135 local businesses in the last 18 months with debt and equity financing, permitting and site acquisition, marketing and business develop- ment, and staffing and training. Mr. Thorston commended Mayor Naughten for contacting EDC because he said the organization has been very instrumental in several activities within the City, i.e., Highway 99 Marketing Commit- tee Task Force, 20/20 Task Force, as well as a number of other groups. Mr. Thorston introduced Business Development Manager Dave Porter and Pam Brown. Mr. Thorston said because the programs are expanding and workload and needs are expanding, parity is necessity within the structure of the organization in relationship to their member- ship. He said the EDC devised what it believes to be a fair and equitable assessment formula as it relates to the cities in the County. Both population and assessed valuation was analyzed in each city. Based on the current population of Edmonds (28,300) and on the assessed valuation ($1,180,000,000), the organization recommended participation of the City of Edmonds for 1988 in the amount of $7,100. Councilmember Ostrom inquired with whom the EDC was working within the City of Edmonds. Mr. Thorston said the organization has been in contact with Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block and is a member of the Highway 99 Task Force, the 20/20 Task Force, and the Port of Edmonds. Mayor Naughten expressed his appreciation to the EDC for its participation with the Highway 99 Task Force. He said its endeavors have been invaluable. 1 EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2 NOVEMBER 2, 1987 1 Mr. Thorston said the recommended participation of other local cities is: Darrington - $250; Everett - $16,000; Marysville - $1,600; Mill Creek - $1,300; Mountlake Terrace - $3,300; Lynn- wood - $6,300; Monroe - $700; Mukilteo - $1,400. Councilmember Wilson inquired about the involvement of the EDC in the high technology corridor at presentthe nonp ofitorganization. He said 70%uof therbudgetsisnderivedhfromgthezprivatessector.redFirst Interstate Bank is a leading member of the 21 member core investor group. Mr. Thorston said the EDC plays an integral part in the technology corridor and will continue to market those prop- erties as they are available. Councilmember Dwyer inquired how the formula for the assessment figures was arrived at. Mr. Thorston said the highest and lowest figures per assessed valuation of participating cities was compared to the per capita figure, and the dollar amounts were very similar ($6.11 per million compared to $6.09 per million respectively). Councilmember Kasper inquired what Snohomish County's assessed valuation was computed at. Mr. Thorston replied $44,000. Councilmember Dwyer said he was disturbed at the assessed valuations of each of the participating agencies because he said it appeared that those figures .were based only on coincidence. An un- identified man in the audience said the EDC's budget was approximately $300,000 last year. He suggested that the Council peruse the structure of that budget. Councilmember Jaech inquired what the City of Edmonds was currently contributing. Mr. Thorston replied $500 per year. Councilmember Jaech expressed concern that the recommended assessment for the City was higher than for the City of Lynnwood, noting that Lynnwood has a larger tax base because of the amount of industry in that city. She said Edmonds is primarily a residential community versus Lynnwood's industrial community. She requested that a report be submitted to the Council illustrating the return in comparison to other cities based upon the percentage be- tween residential and community development. Councilmember Kasper suggested that sales computa- tions also be included. Mr. Thorston submitted packets of general information to the Council. Mayor Naughten thanked the members of the EDC for attending the meeting. ADOPTION OF SHELL CREEK/CHASE LAKE SUBBASIN STUDIES Community Services Director Peter Hahn reported that on October 20, 1987, the City's consultant, URS Corporation, presented the final reports and recommendation for both th.e Shell Creek and Chase Lake subbasins. The studies were distributed at that meeting but the Council did not have an opportunity to review the material at that time. The Citizens Advisory Committee, as well as a number of other people, urged the Council to adopt the study. Mr. Hahn said it is the recommendation of Staff to accept and adopt the studies. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, TO ACCEPT THE STUDIES. Councilmember Hall requested clarification of the motion. Councilmember Kasper said the motion included acceptance, but not adoption, of the studies. Mr. Hahn said the Council would further review the studies during a work session to refine them. Councilmember Ostrom recommended that Staff formulate and submit a procedural plan in which to implement the various projects. Mr. Hahn inquired if Council discussion of the issue could take place before year end. City Attorney Scott Snyder stated that the actual formal adoption of the utility would require an ordinance which specified estimates and cost for the improvements. MOTION CARRIED. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO FUND TEMPORARY FIREFIGHTER POSITION THROUGH DECEMBER 1987 Fire Chief Jack Weinz reported that Lieutenant William Angel received a LEOFF I disability from the Fire Department on May 15, 1986. He was not able to return to work and was placed on perma- nent disability on November 15, 1986. His position was filled on January 1st of 1987 by Joel Woods. Chief Weinz said Mr. Angel has been actively involved in a rehabilitation program and now requests to be reinstated. The doctors find him to be in excellent health and fit to return to the normal duties of a firefighter. However, the Disability Board must make the final decision. EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3 NOVEMBER 2, 1987 Chief Weinz said Lt. Angel's certification as an E.M.T. expired while he was on disability. He noted that Lt. Angel must be recertified before he can respond to aid car requests. Chief Weinz requested that Firefighter Woods be retained through the end of this year, noting that he has requested additional personnel in the. 1988 budget, one of which he plans to fill with Firefighter Woods. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, TO FUND THE POSITION THROUGH YEAR END FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT'S OPERATING BUDGET. Councilmember Kasper inquired at what rank firefighter Woods would be employed at. Chief Weinz said the Department is required by law to fill Lt. Angel's position at the same rank. He said Firefighter Woods has not yet completed his probationary period. Councilmember Hall noted that she and Councilmember Ostrom will be attending a Disability Board meeting on November 5 to review the issue. MOTION CARRIED. MAYOR Cu - Mayor Naughten said five bids were received ranging from $1600 to $5400 for a display cabinet for City -owned art objects. He recommended approval of the low bid. Mayor Naughten said a member of the Arts Commission will be requested to oversee the construction. Councilmember Kasper inquired what material the cabinet would be made of. Mayor Naughten replied oak. Councilmember Ostrom inquired where the cabinet would be located. Mayor Naughten replied in the Executive Building. Councilmember Nordquist inquired who the designer was and about the cost of the design of the cabinet. Council President Wilson said the designer, his daughter, works for a subsidiary compa- ny of the'Westin Hotel, and no cost was incurred to design the cabinet. Student Representative Marsh inquired if the objects for display were donated to the City. Mayor Naughten said some were donated and some were purchased by the Council. Student Representative Marsh inquired if the cabinet could be located in a public area such as the library. Mayor Naughten said the library reserves space for their own displays. He said the objects were art objects purchased by the City for display purposes. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO APPROVE THE CONTRACT NOT TO EXCEED $1600 PLUS TAX AND TO BE FUNDED EQUALLY FROM THE COUNCIL'S BUDGET AND MAYOR'S BUDGET. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER JAECH OPPOSED. Mayor Naughten said a liquor license transfer for ,Keno's Restaurant was pending and would be approved if no objection was noted. No objection was noted. COUNCIL Council President Wilson inquired if the Council wished to invite anyone other than Administra- tive Services Director Art Housler and support staff to the November 7 budget work session. y Councilmember Kasper suggested that the Council Resource Assistant attend and that the meeting is taped. Council President Wilson noted that Lynnwood's secondary wastewater treatment plant process was rejected by DOE. Student Representative Marsh thanked -Council President Wilson for taking him on a tour of City Hall. Councilmember Jaech inquired about the progress of discussions relating to installation of a four-way stop at 220th and 9th. Community Services Director Peter Hahn said the issue will be discussed at the Traffic Safety Committee meeting. Councilmember Ostrom said he received a letter from the Sno-Isle Regional Library. He inquired if that subject will be reviewed by the Council. Mayor Naughten said the issue would be reviewed as part of the budgetary process. Mr. Housler submitted a preliminary budget to the Council. The meeting adjourned at 7:59 p.m. (These minutes are subject to November 10, 1987 approval.) ONOS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES �-� age 4 �QDEM'�� 1987 �YACQUELINE G. PARRETT, City Clerk LAR S. GHTEN, May r L AGENDA EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL PLAZA MEETING ROOM -LIBRARY BUILDING 7:00 - 10:00 P.M. NOVEMBER 2, 1987 SPECIAL MEETING - MONDAY (BECAUSE OF GENERAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY) CALL TO ORDER FLAG SALUTE 1. CONSENT AGENDA (A) ROLL CALL (B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 20, 1987 (C) ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES FROM MARY R. LEHNER ($210.96) AND ALLAN K. RAUDENBUSH ($403.64) (D) FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK BY QUEEN CITY INDUSTRIES FOR ANDERSON CENTER GYM FLOOR PROJECT, AND SET 30-DAY RETAINAGE PERIOD (E) FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK BY KAC CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR 80TH AVE. STORM SEWER PROJECT, AND SET 30-DAY RETAINAGE PERIOD (F) AUTHORIZATION TO COMPLETE ANDERSON CENTER PROJECT ($2,572) (G) SET DATE FOR HEARING ON APPEAL OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN BOARD DECISION REGARDING RETAIL BUILDING WITH GAS PUMP ISLAND AT NORTHEAST CORNER OF OLYMPIC VIEW DR. AND PUGET DR. (ADB-90-86/ APPLICANT: RAINIER NATIONAL BANK / APPELLANT: HAROLD SCHNARRE) (SUGGESTED HEARING DATE: NOVEMBER 17, 1987 (H) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2642 ADOPTING CONCOMITANT ZONING AGREEMENT FROM RM-2.4 TO CG FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8009 238TH ST. S.W. (R-1-86/ANTHONY DIPANGRAZIO) .(I) AUTHORIZATION TO SOLICIT BIDS FOR STANDBY GENERATOR FOR LIFT STATION 7 ($20,000) 2. AUDIENCE 3. PRESENTATION BY SNOHOMISH COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (20 MINUTES) 4. ADOPTION OF SHELL CREEK/CHASE LAKE SUBBASIN STUDIES (10 MINUTES) 5. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO FUND TEMPORARY FIREFIGHTER POSITION THROUGH (15 MINUTES) DECEMBER 1987 6. MAYOR 7. COUNCIL THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND PARKING AND MEETING ROOMS ARE HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE