12/15/1987 City CouncilTHESE MINUTES SUBJECT TO
JANUARY 5, 1988 APPROVAL
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
DECEMBER 15, 1987
The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem
Wilson in the Plaza Meeting Room of the Edmonds Library. All present joined in the flag salute.
PRESENT ABSENT STAFF PRESENT
Jack Wilson, Mayor Pro Tem
Larry Naughten, Mayor Mary Lou Block, Planning Div. Mgr.
John Nordquist
Jack Weinz, Fire Chief
Steve Dwyer
Bobby Mills, Public Works Supt.
Laura Hall
Dan Prinz, Police Chief .
Jo -Anne Jaech
Art Housler, Admin. Svc. Director
Bill Kasper
Sharon Thatcher, Personnel Manager
Lloyd Ostrom
Peter Hahn, Comm. Svc. Director
Dan Marsh, Student Rep.
Bob Alberts, City Engineer
Chris Beckman, Engineering Coord.
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Jackie Parrett, City Clerk
Margaret Richards, Recorder
Council President Wilson presided over the meeting as Mayor Pro Tem in the absence of Mayor
Naughten.
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Items (F), (H), (I), (J), (K), (L), and (M) were removed from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER
OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA.
MOTION CARRIED. The approved items on the Consent Agenda include the following:
(A) ROLL CALL '
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 8, 1987
(C) ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES FROM LESLIE E. MARTIN ($80) AND RICH-
ARD AND ARVALENE McKENZIE ($577)
.�(D) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2646 ADDING NEW CHAPTER TO CITY CODE ENTITLED "JAIL FACILITIES" WHICH
ADOPTS JAIL FACILITY OPERATING STANDARDS
(E) ADOPTED RESOLUTION 665 COMMENDING STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE DAN MARSH
(G) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED DECEMBER 7, 1987 FOR PROCUREMENT OF EMERGENCY POWER GENERATOR FOR
LIFT STATION 7, AND AWARD OF CONTRACT TO FREMONT ELECTRIC CO. ($11,833.21, INCLUDING
SALES TAX)
(N) ADOPTED ORDINANCE 2648 CORRECTING ORDINANCE 2635 REGARDING SHERWOOD ANNEXATION ZONING
(0) ADOPTION OF FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW REGARDING APPLICATION OF METCO
7xc_r_ Q CONSTRUCTION CO. FOR APPROVAL OF PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT/PRELIMINARY PLAT AND
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH SNOHOMISH COUNTY REGARDING NARCOTICS
TASK FORCE LITEM (F) ON THE CONSENT AGENDA)
Councilmember Hall inquired if the contract was a one-year contract. Police Chief Dan Prinz
replied affirmatively. He said funding was granted to the State by the Federal government specif-
ically for narcotics enforcement. He said the City hopes that forfeiture procedures will gener-
ate sufficient income to defray costs to continue the program in the future. Councilmember Hall
inquired if local matching funds will also be deposited into that fund. Chief Prinz replied
affirmatively. Councilmember Hall inquired if the City can apply for another grant in the immedi-
ate future to allow sufficient time to process the paperwork for future applications. Chief
Prinz said he did not believe any monies would be granted by the government in future years for
narcotics enforcement. .
COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, TO APPROVE ITEM (F). MOTION CARRIED.
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN 1988 CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ($2,750) [ITEM (H)
ON THE CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Kasper inquired about the number of employees that have been counseled and about
the credentials of the counselors. Personnel Manager Sharon Thatcher said six employees were
consulted in 1987 on an individual basis. In addition, two telephone sessions were held in which
the problems were resolved; one supervisor training class and two seminars were held; and the
counselors aided in the Critical Incident Stress Program for the Fire Department Suppression
personnel. Councilmember Kasper questioned the rate of $125 per hour. Ms. Thatcher said that
fee was outside of the regular Employee Assistance Program contract. Services requiring that fee
would only be utilized for the Critical Incident Stress Program. She said the counselors for the
program hold MSW and Ph.D. degrees and are trained in crisis counseling.
Councilmember Wilson inquired about the number of employees who utilized the program last year.
Ms. Thatcher replied 12 employees. Councilmember Wilson inquired about the seminar that was
conducted. Ms. Thatcher said two seminars were conducted in 1987, which were open to any employ-
ee. She said approximately 85 employees attended the seminars. Councilmember Wilson inquired
about consultation with supervisors. Ms. Thatcher said one consultation was held which was ap-
proximately 1-1/2 hours in duration and the other consultation was approximately 1 hour. Council -
member Wilson inquired about the number of supervisors who attended the consultations. Ms.
Thatcher said two individual consultations were held, as well as a supervisor training session in
which a majority of the supervisors attended.
Councilmember Dwyer spoke in favor of the Critical Incident Stress Program. He said the program
was cost effective and was a program in which the City should conscientiously participate.
COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO APPROVE ITEM (H). MOTION CARRIED.
Councilmember Kasper inquired what amount was originally budgeted to remove the asbestos. Public
Works Superintendent Bobby Mills said money was not budgeted to remove the asbestos when the
grant was applied for because the problem was not identified at that time. Councilmember Kasper
inquired where the additional funds would emanate from to remove the asbestos. Mr. Mills said
the grant money would fund that project.
COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE ITEM (I). MOTION
CARRIED.
5R SZ�G 80 AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR SR/524/80TH W. SIGNAL AND AMEND TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING
AGREEMENT 4 443.73 ITEM TJON THE CONSENT AGENDAJ
Councilmember Dwyer said he would like to schedule that item for a hearing on January 19, 1988
because there was some confusion on the part of the Council as to the dispensation of that item.
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO SCHEDULE A HEARING ON JANUARY 19,
1988 TO DISCUSS THE ISSUE.
Councilmember Ostrom said he did not recall any Councilmember voting in favor of a light at the
intersection so he recommended that the project not be approved. City Engineer Bob Alberts noted
that the intersection is a high -hazard intersection.
Councilmember Kasper said the issue has been discussed by the Council for several years. He
suggested that the Council take immediate action.
MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER KASPER OPPOSED.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE APPROVING MOTION OF CONCURRENCE REGARDING COMPREHENSIVE SOLID _WASTE MANAGE-
S ,SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY AND AUTHORIZING
UPDATE OF CURRENT PLAN LITEM K ON THE CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Nordquist recommended that the issue be placed on the Community Services Committee
agenda for review and then a recommendation submitted to the Council by that body.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO PLACE ITEM (K) ON THE COMMUNITY
SERVICES COMMITTEE AGENDA FOR REVIEW. MOTION CARRIED.
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN SUB -RECIPIENT CONTRACT WITH_ SNOHOMISH COUNTY_FOR HANDICAPPED
IMPROVEMENTS TO CITY PARK AND BRACKETT S LANDING 85,000 ITEM L N THE CONSENT GENDA
Councilmember Kasper inquired if Block grants can be carried forward. Planning Division Manager
Mary Lou Block said the funds have not yet been expended because they will be utilized at the
time that the Brackett's Landing and handicapped improvements are commenced.
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COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO APPROVE ITEM (L). MOTION CARRIED
WITH COUNCILMEMBER KASPER OPPOSED. HE SAID HE WAS UNWILLING TO EXPEND $85,000 FOR IMPROVEMENTS.
p PROPOSED RESOLUTION 666 ENDORSING A SOUTH COUNTY COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER ITEM M ON THE CONSENT
AGENDA
Councilmember Ostrom said he would vote against the proposal because the information presented to
the Council was very vague.
COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO APPROVE ITEM (M). A ROLL CALL
VOTE WAS TAKEN. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER HALL, COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, COUNCILMEMBER
NORDQUIST, AND COUNCILMEMBER WILSON IN FAVOR; COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, AND COUN-
CILMEMBER OSTROM OPPOSED.
AUDIENCE
Mayor Pro Tem Wilson opened the audience portion of the meeting.
Karl Niggol, 809 Walnut St., said he has observed many traffic accidents on 9th Avenue and
7� Walnut Street over the years. He said he has asked the Police Department about the number of
occurrences that have taken place but the Department indicated it did not have those statistics.
He inquired why signalization has not been installed at that intersection.
Councilmember Jaech noted that Item #9 on the agenda encompassed traffic improvements to the area
that Mr. Niggol referred to. She clarified that he wished to be allowed to participate in that
discussion.
Mr. Niggol said he felt the striping on 9th Avenue was unnecessary. He inquired why the pave-
ment has been installed and torn up several times. Mayor Pro Tem Wilson said the issues that Mr.
Niggol raised would be addressed during discussion of Item N9.
City Engineer Bob Alberts said the pavement was installed and removed several times because the
contractor failed bacteria tests in the water. He said the City did not incur additional costs
as a result of repaving.
Councilmember Jaech said it was difficult to distinguish between the white and yellow striping on
7th and 9th Avenues after sundown: She said drivers sometimes travel in the oncoming lane be-
cause the stripes are confusing. She inquired if the striping was necessary. Mr. Alberts said
the striping was installed on 7th Avenue to deter vehicles from traveling in the parking lanes.
He said the Engineering Department would investigate the matter.
Natalie Shippen, 1022 Euclid, requested that a public hearing be scheduled to discuss the issue
of potential new traffic lights throughout the City, i.e., alternatives, whether they are neces-
sary, as a separate issue from discussion of the Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan.
COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO SCHEDULE A HEARING ON JANUARY 19,
1988 TO DISCUSS THE ISSUE OF POTENTIAL NEW TRAFFIC LIGHTS THROUGHOUT THE CITY. MOTION CARRIED.
Rod Addicott, 18926 - 83rd Ave. W., inquired if regulations for additions to nonconforming
structures will be discussed during Item V . Mayor Pro Tem Wilson replied affirmatively.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilson closed the audience portion of the meeting.
PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION TO STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE DAN MARSH
Mayor Pro Tem Wilson read Resolution 665 into the record, which commended Student Representative
Dan Marsh for his participation in city government in Edmonds. Mayor Pro Tem Wilson presented
the Resolution to Student Representative Marsh. Student Representative Marsh thanked the Council
for giving students an opportunity to participate in city government. He said he enjoyed his
tenure.
CIL DELIBERATION ON APPEAL OF ADB DECISION REGARDING RETAIL BUI
On November 17, 1987, the Council held a public hearing on the appeal of Harold Schnarre of the
Architectural Design Board's (ADB) approval of a proposed retail building with gas pump island
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to be located at the northeast corner of Olympic View Drive and Puget Drive.
One concern raised at the hearing was the issue of delivery truck routes to serve the subject
property. After discussion of the issue, the Council continued the matter to December 15, 1987.
Attached in the Council packets were a copy of the minutes from the November 17, 1987 Council
meeting and a memorandum from the Engineering Division that addressed the issue of truck routes
stating that the vehicles may be operated on load limit streets for delivery purposes.
A complete packet of material and Staff recommendation were submitted to the Council at the Novem-
ber 17 meeting.
Councilmember Jaech raised a point of order. She said she was not in attendance at the Council
hearing but has listened to the tapes of that hearing, as well as review the exhibits that were
entered into the record that evening. She said City Attorney Scott Snyder informed her that she
would be allowed to participate in the discussion. In addition, she said her firm contracts with
Rainier Bank for accounting services. Mayor Pro Tem Wilson inquired if anyone in attendance
objected to Councilmember Jaech's participation in the proceedings before the Council. No objec-
tion was noted.
Councilmember Kasper stated that he is a retired employee of Rainier Bank and receives a pension
from that institution. Mayor Pro Tem Wilson inquired if anyone in attendance objected to Council -
member Kasper's participation in the proceedings before the Council. No objection was noted.
Councilmember Ostrom expressed concern regarding the proposed ingress and egress of the souther-
ly driveway. He said the corner of Olympic View Drive and Puget Drive is a very congested inter-
section, and ingress/egress of the driveway would only contribute to traffic hazards. He said
he would like the design of that driveway altered.
Councilmember Jaech noted that concern was previously raised regarding the traffic pattern and
hours of operation. She inquired where the rooftop equipment would be located if the height of
the structure was adjusted downward. She said traffic congestion would seem to be alleviated if
the entrance on Olympic View Drive was relocated further north. Councilmember Jaech said the
proposal should be remanded to the ADB so that the issues of concern and recommended changes
could be reviewed by that body.
Councilmember Nordquist expressed concern that larger delivery trucks will have difficulty enter-
ing and existing the site via the driveway on Olympic View Drive. He noted that he spoke with
the City Attorney who informed him that the Council may direct the Public Works Director to ad-
dress concerns raised by the Council during the permit review process.
In response to Councilmember Jaech's concerns, City Attorney Scott Snyder noted that the zoning
code regulates hours of operation from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., and the ADB has no ability to further
regulate hours beyond that prescribed in the Code. He said because the project is SEPA exempt,
the City cannot require that traffic on adjacent streets be mitigated. Mr. Snyder said the Coun-
cil's authority in reviewing traffic issues is limited to on-site/internal traffic within the
project and to traffic that enters the site.
Councilmember Ostrom inquired if the Council would be overstepping its authority if it required
the driveway on Olympic View Drive to be one way only. Mr. Snyder said the Council may condition
approval of the project upon a directive to the Engineering Department to review the permit in
conjunction with comments that the Council makes during the Council deliberation.
Councilmember Nordquist inquired if the State Department of Highway was also involved in the
permit issuance process. Mr. Snyder said the State Highway Department is provided a comment in
the issuance of a driveway permit if it constitutes channelization.
Councilmember Dwyer said he was left with a belief that the proposal meets the requirements of
the Zoning Ordinance because the courts have ruled that it does and because Staff made a finding
that it also meets those requirements. In addition, Councilmember Dwyer said the site treatment
criteria has been met because: 1) the design has not been alleged to conflict with the character-
istic of the neighborhood; 2) impervious surfaces are consistent with existing surfaces; 3) pro-
posed landscaping enhances the design of the building; 4) high -quality materials are proposed for
the exterior of the building; 5) the height of the building is proposed to be adjusted downward;
6) rooftop equipment will remain to be located on the roof; and 7) the lighting proposal is ac-
ceptable.
In addressing Mr. Schnarre's concerns, Councilmember Dwyer said he did not believe it was with-
in the purview of the ADB to regulate hours of operation beyond Code requirements; the applicant
has agreed to reduce the height of the building; and noise control and traffic hazards have been
addressed.
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Councilmember Wilson added that testimony was presented to the Council that two traffic studies
were conducted which concluded that the traffic plan was acceptable. Councilmember Hall noted
that delivery trucks accessed the site when the former use was in operation. She felt the
project should be approved.
Councilmember Nordquist expressed concern that the landscaping would be destroyed by on -site
traffic so access to the site should be revised.
Councilmember Kasper said the project should be approved with Staff review of traffic issues and
building height.
Mr. Snyder noted that Chapter 18.80.060 (C)(1) sets a maximum width for any commercial driveway
at 30 feet.
COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO UPHOLD THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
BOARD DECISION AND DENY THE APPEAL WITH THE STIPULATION THAT THE BUILDING HEIGHT IS LIMITED TO NO
MORE THAN 18 FEET ABOVE THE FIXED FLOOR ELEVATION AND ANY PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH INGRESS AND
EGRESS ARE ALLEVIATED. Councilmember Ostrom inquired if the pertinent criteria was included in
the motion. COUNCILMEMBER WILSON SAID THE MOTION WAS BASED UPON THE DISCUSSION OF THE CRITERIA
PERTINENT TO THE DELIBERATION. COUNCILMEMBER DWYER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED.
CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF 212TH ST. S.W. FEDERAL AID MONIES PROJECT AND REVISED PROJECT PRO-
SPECTUS 120,000 FROM DECEMBER 1, 1981 SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIALS INVITED TO ATTEND
Community Services Director Peter Hahn reported that the Council, at the December 1, 1987 meet-
ing, requested the School District to reply to the proposal regarding the widening of 212th St.
S.W. in front of the high school as part of the City's federal aid project. A letter from the
School District is attached to the Council packets.
Mr. Hahn said the School District will be responsible for the local match of 17% of the cost for
the widening, estimated at $30,000. The balance would emanate from the federal aid fund.
Mr. Hahn said it is Staff's recommendation that the Council consider the option of including the
widening of 212th St. S.W. as part of the City's federal aid project and define the scope of the
City's project.
Bill McKeighen, Edmonds School District representative, 3800 - 196th St. S.W., Lynnwood, said
the widening project was one of the mitigating measures that was identified during the SEPA pro-
cess of the stadium project. He said the.District is interested in providing a safer arterial
for students' protection as well as the community at large. He said incorporating the widening
project with the City's resurfacing project on 212th St. will allow planning of both projects to
proceed on a more organized basis. Mr. McKeighen said the District is prepared to provide
matching funds of 17% and to dedicate additional right-of-way to the City.
Councilmember Dwyer felt the City of Edmonds should receive some equitable consideration in re-
turn for allowing the District to utilize the City's federal aid monies. He said the suggestion
of District participation in the cost of a traffic signal by Woodway High School was amenable.
Councilmember Hall inquired how cost overruns of the District's project would be funded if the
two projects were combined. Mr. Hahn said the District has agreed to pay the 17% local matching
funds for their project. Mr. McKeighen noted that the District has included the total cost of
the widening project in the stadium budget so cost overruns could be funded from that source.
In response to Councilmember Dwyer's statement, Mr. McKeighen said goodwill would be created
if the two projects were combined, not only between the City and School District but also to stu-
dents that participate in athletic events at the stadium.' He noted that the stadium is a region-
al facility and provides recreational activities to Edmonds residents. He added that combination
of the two projects would save taxpayers' dollars.
Councilmember Hall inquired how the proposal before the Council originated. Mr. Hahn said the
School Board expressed a budget concern to Staff with respect to widening the Street so Staff
suggested that the two projects be combined, with Council approval.
Mr. Hahn said if signalization near Woodway High
local matching funds will be 17%. He suggested
matching funds with the City in consideration of
their widening project.
School qualifies as a federal aid project, the
that the School District split the cost of the
utilization of the City's federal aid monies for
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COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO INCLUDE WIDENING OF 212TH
ST. S.W. AS PART OF THE CITY' FEDERAL AID PROJECT WITH THE SCHOOL DISTRICT PAYING THE 17% LOCAL
MATCHING FUNDS WITH THE PROVISO THAT THE SCHOOL DISTRICT AGREES TO PARTICIPATE IN A JOINT VENTURE
OF THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL NEAR WOODWAY HIGH SCHOOL AND EQUALLY FUND THE LOCAL MATCHING FUNDS, AS WELL
AS DEDICATE ADDITIONAL RIGHT-OF-WAY TO THE CITY. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. MOTION CARRIED
WITH COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, AND
COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM IN FAVOR; COUNCILMEMBER HALL AND COUNCILMEMBER KASPER OPPOSED.
HEARING ON PROPOSAL TO AMEND CITY CODE SECTION 8.64.030, SCHEDULE III, TO PROHIBIT PARKING AT
Al I TTU-,
Engineering Coordinator Chris Beckman reported that the public hearing was scheduled to receive
testimony on the Traffic Safety Committee recommendation to eliminate some on -street parking on
216th St. S.W. between 72nd Avenue West and 73rd Place West. Elimination of the parking
would allow better sight distance for drivers exiting the Kruger Clinic and should not signifi-
cantly affect available parking in the vicinity.
Mr. Beckman said it is the recommendation of Staff to eliminate on -street parking on 216th St.
S.W. as shown on the sketch provided to the Council and direct the City Attorney to draft the
necessary ordinance.
Councilmember Kasper inquired about the basis of a 75 foot no parking strip on the west side of
the entrance to the clinic. Mr. Beckman said the parking restriction would extend far enough up
the hill and would eliminate poor visibility. Councilmember Kasper inquired about the pavement
width. Mr. Beckman said there are two 11 foot lanes and an 8 foot parking lane. Councilmember
Kasper inquired if curbs existed on the south side. Mr. Beckman replied affirmatively.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilson opened the public portion of the hearing. No public input was offered.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilson closed the public portion of the hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO ELIMINATE ON -STREET PARKING ON
216TH ST. S.W. AS SHOWN ON THE ATTACHED SKETCH (75 FT. TO THE WEST AND 40 FT. TO THE EAST OF
THE DRIVEWAY ENTRANCE) AND DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE THE NECESSARY ORDINANCE. MOTION
CARRIED.
HEARING ON PLANNING BOARD RECOMMENDATION REGARDING REGULATIONS GOVERNING NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS
CDC-4-87
Planning Division Manager Mary Lou Block reported that the issue was first heard by the City
Council on October 20, 1987. The Council expressed concern that the Planning Board's recommenda-
tion to amend the regulations governing nonconforming buildings was confusing and remanded the
issue to the Planning Board for further consideration.
Ms. Block said the Board reviewed regulations of other jurisdictions, as well as the current
purpose statement of Chapter 17.40 of the Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC). They found
that changes to their original recommendation were warranted.
On November 25, 1987, the Planning Board held a public hearing on the proposed changes to their
original recommendation. As a result of that hearing, the Board passed a motion to amend the
ECDC to revise the existing regulations governing nonconforming buildings. Key items of the
revised recommendation included the deletion on the limitation of improvements to 25% of the as-
sessed value of the building; the addition of a new section regarding historic buildings; and a
change to the regulations governing the relocation and restoration of nonconforming buildings.
Ms. Block said Staff and the Planning Board have revised their original positions and have come
to an agreement that improvements to nonconforming structures should be allowed as long as they
do not expand any nonconforming portion of the building. She said Staff recommends that the
Council adopt the Planning Board's recommendation and direct the City Attorney to prepare the
necessary ordinance.
Ms. Block reviewed the Planning Board's recommendation of the Nonconforming Building Regulations
with the Council.
Councilmember Ostrom noted that the intent of the existing ordinance was to attempt to phase out
nonconforming buildings. Ms. Block said the proposed amendments will better accomplish that goal.
Councilmember Kasper inquired how the ordinance would be interpreted in a situation where an
adjacent side yard setback was deficient due to a past survey. Ms. Block said the property owner
could apply for a variance.
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Mayor Pro Tem Wilson opened the public portion of the hearing.
Ray Cram, 525 Seamont Lane, spoke in favor of the Planning Board's recommendation. He said
he submitted plans to the Planning Department to remodel his home but has been unable to make
those improvements because they exceed the 25% assessed valuation of his home.
Mr. Dram inquired when the ordinance would become effective if adopted by the Council. City
Attorney Scott Snyder replied in approximately the second week of January.
Rod Addicott, 18926 - 83rd Ave. W., spoke in favor of the Planning Board's recommendation.
Mayor Pro Tem Wilson closed the public portion of the hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO ADOPT THE PLANNING BOARD'S RECOMMEN-
DATION AND DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE THE NECESSARY ORDINANCE. MOTION CARRIED.
APPROVAL OF MEADOWDALE PLAYFIELD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT ($27,500)
Community Services Director Peter Hahn reported that the current Meadowdale Playfield Maintenance
Agreement limits the 1987 expenditures to $25,000 without Council authorization. He said heavy
water usage required by new seeding and drought conditions have caused an increase in the opera-
tional expenses. It is anticipated that an additional $2,500 will be required by the City to
meet its 50% share of costs.
Mr. Hahn said it is the recommendation of Staff to authorize an amendment for an addition to the
1987 expenditures for the Meadowdale Playfield Maintenance Agreement not to exceed $2,500.
Councilmember Ostrom expressed concern that the City would be unable to control cost overruns.
Mr. Hahn said the additional $2,500 was attributable to irrigation costs to preserve the newly
planted grass.
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, TO AUTHORIZE AN AMENDMENT FOR AN
ADDITIONAL TO THE 1987 EXPENDITURE OF THE MEADOWDALE PLAYFIELD AGREEMENT NOT TO EXCEED $2,500.
MOTION CARRIED.
DISCUSSION ON TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR 9TH AVE. S. BETWEEN EDMONDS WAY AND MAIN ST ($20,000)
City Engineer Bob Alberts reported that Staff has reviewed the records and traffic patterns on
9th Ave. S. between Edmonds Way and Main Street, with particular emphasis on the intersections at
Walnut St. and 220th St. S.W. The findings and alternatives were then discussed with the City's
Traffic Safety Committee, which includes the Engineering Staff, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Public
Works Superintendent, Community Services Director, and City Attorney.
Mr. Alberts said the Committee recommends a four-way stop at the intersection of 9th Ave. S. and
Walnut St. This recommendation is supported by the P-50 Traffic Study that was prepared for the
City in 1980. A signal at 9th Ave. S. and 220th St. S.W. is also recommended. A fully actuated
signal at that intersection, along with pedestrian heads, has been budgeted as a future UAB of
FAM project. Mr. Alberts said the Committee felt that a signal system is warranted and a fixed
time signal system could possibly be installed using City forces, used signal heads, wood poles,
span wires, and an inexpensive controller for approximately $20,000. The system would be re-
placed in the future when monies were available for a fully actuated system. Other improvements
include the elimination of some parking on 224th St. S.W. and restriping.
Mr. Alberts said it is the recommendation of Staff to authorize a four-way stop at 9th Ave.
S./Walnut St., a temporary fixed time signal system at 9th Ave. S./220th St. S.W., no parking
restriction as recommended by the Traffic Safety Committee, and appropriate $20,000 from the
Arterial Street fund for the improvements.
Mr. Alberts reviewed the road configuration of the streets in question and proposed improvements
with the Council.
Council discussion ensued with respect to traffic hazards.
Councilmember Jaech said she was in favor of the proposed improvements for Walnut Street and
220th St. S.W. (Councilmember Jaech left the meeting and did not vote on the issue.)
Councilmember Hall recommended that a four-way stop be installed at the intersection of 9th and
Walnut St. Councilmember Ostrom concurred. Mr. Alberts said a traffic signal would allow more
flexibility on 9th Avenue.
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Councilmember Kasper inquired about the traffic volume on 9th Avenue South. Engineering Coordina-
tor Chris Beckman replied 20,000 trips per day.
In response to Mr. Niggol's questions during the audience portion of the meeting, Mr. Beckman
reported that 8 vehicular accidents were reported at 9th and Walnut in 1986. He said a majority
of those hazards could be mitigated by the installation of a traffic signal or a four-way stop.
COUNCILMEMBER NOROQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM, TO INSTALL A FOUR-WAY STOP ONLY
AT WALNUT AND 9TH RATHER THAN A FOUR-WAY STOP WITH A LEFT -TURN LANE. MOTION CARRIED.
A hearing was scheduled on January 19, 1988 to discuss parking on 9th Avenue.
Karl Niggol, 809 Walnut Street, said a stop sign was necessary on 4th as well as a four-way
stop at 9th and Walnut.
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem Wilson inquired: 1) if the Council desired to attend the December 19 budget ses-
sion; 2) what format should be utilized to discuss the budget. Thee December 19 meeting was
cancelled. Council discussion ensued regarding the format of the meeting on December 22. The
meeting was scheduled to convene at 6 p.m. with only Councilmembers present and Staff attending
at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m.
These minutes are subject to January 5, 1988 approval.
JACQUELINE G. PARRETT, Cite Clerk
LARRY S, NAUGHTEN, Mayor
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page 8 DECEMBER 15, 1987
AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
PLAZA MEETING ROOM -LIBRARY .BUILQING
7:00 - 10:00 P.M.
DECEMBER 15, 1987
CALL TO ORDER
FLAG SALUTE
1. CONSENT AGENDA
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 8, 1987
(C) ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES FROM
LESLIE E. MARTIN ($80) AND RICHARD AND ARVALENE MCKENZIE
($577)
(D) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2646 ADDING NEW CHAPTER TO CITY CODE
ENTITLED "JAIL FACILITIES" WHICH ADOPTS JAIL FACILITY
OPERATING STANDARDS
(E) PROPOSED RESOLUTION 665 COMMENDING STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
DAN MARSH
(F) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH
SNOHOMISH COUNTY REGARDING NARCOTICS TASK FORCE
(G) REPORT ON BIDS OPENED DECEMBER 7, 1987 FOR PROCUREMENT OF
EMERGENCY POWER GENERATOR FOR LIFT STATION 7; AND AWARD OF
CONTRACT TO FREMONT ELECTRIC CO. ($11,833.21 INCLUDING
SALES TAX)
(11) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN 1988 CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYEE
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ($2,750)
(1) FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK BY ALPHA INSULATION, INC., FOR
REMOVAL OF ASBESTOS MATERIALS AND MECHANICAL SYSTEM AT BOYS/
GIRLS CLUB, AND SET 30-DAY RETAINAGE PERIOD
(J) AUTHORIZATION
TRANSPO S
ENGINEERING AGREEMENT($4,443073TH W. SIGNAL AND
)
AMEND
(K) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2647 APPROVING MOTION OF CONCURRENCE REGARDING
COMPREHENSIVE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN, DESIGNATING SNOHOMISH
COUNTY AS CITY'S SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY AND AUTHORIZING
UPDATE OF CURRENT PLAN
(L) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN SUB -RECIPIENT CONTRACT WITH
SNOHOMISH COUNTY FOR HANDICAPPED IMPROVEMENTS TO CITY PARK
AND BRACKETT'S LANDING (S85,000)
(M) PROPOSED RESOLUTION 666 ENDORSING A SOUTH COUNTY COMMUNITY ARTS
CENTER
(N) PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2648 CORRECTING ORDINANCE 2635 REGARDING
SHERWOOD ANNEXATION ZONING
(0) ADOPTION OF FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW REGARDING
APPLICATION OF METCO CONSTRUCTION CO. FOR APPROVAL OF PLANNED
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT/PRELIMINARY PLAT AND CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT
2. AUDIENCE
3. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION TO STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
DAN MARSH
4. CONTINUED COUNCIL DELIBERATION ON APPEAL OF ADB 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)
S. CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF 212TH ST. S.W. FEDERAL AID MONIES PROJECT AND
REVISED PROJECT PROSPECTUS ($120,000) (FROM DECEMBER 1, 1987)
(SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICALS INVITED TO ATTEND)
6. HEARING ON PROPOSAL TO AMEND CITY CODE SECTION 8.64.030, SCHEDULE III,
TQ..."OHIBIT PARKING AT ALL TIMES ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF 216TH ST. S.W.
FOR 75' TO THE WEST AND 40' TO THE EAST OF THE KRUGER CLINIC DRIVEWAY
ENTRANCE
7. HEARING ON PLANNING BOARD RECOMMENDATION REGARDING REGULATIONS
GOVERNING NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS (CDC-4-87)
B. APPROVAL OF MEADOWOALE PLAYFIELD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT
($27,500)
9. DISCUSSION ON TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR 9TH AVE. S., BETWEEN EDMONDS
WAY AND MAIN ST. ($20,000)
10. MAYOR
( 5 MINUTES)
(30 MINUTES)
(15 MINUTES)
(20 MINUTES)
(30 MINUTES)
( 5 MINUTES)
(30 MINUTES)
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11. COUNCIL
THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND
PARKING AND MEETING ROOMS ARE HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE