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Following a Special Meeting at 6:45 p.m. in order to interview two candidates for the Historic
Preservation. Commission, the Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Mayor
Haakenson in the Council Chambers, 250 5th Avenue North, Edmonds. The meeting was opened with the
flag salute.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Gary Haakenson, Mayor
Michael Plunkett, Council President
Jeff Wilson, Councilmember
Mauri Moore, Councilmember
Peggy Pritchard Olson, Councilmember
Deanna Dawson, Councilmember
ELECTED OFFICIALS ABSENT
Dave Orvis, Councilmember
Richard Marin, Councilmember
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STAFF PRESENT
Al. Compaan, Assistant Police Chief
Duane Bowman, Development Services Director
Stephen Clifton, Community Services Director
Noel. Miller, Public Works Director
Rob Chave, Planning Manager
Dave Gebert, City Engineer
Don Fiene, Assistant City Engineer
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jana Spellman, Senior Executive Council. Asst.
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
change to Council President Plunkett requested "Appropriation of $150,000 Additional Funds for the Marina Beach
Agenaa 48-inch Diameter Storm Drain Emergency Repair Project" be added to the agenda as Item 2K. He also
requested "Introduction of Historic Preservation Commission Members" be added as Item 3A with Item 3
becoming 3B.
COUNCILMEMBER DAWSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOORE, FOR
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DAWSON, FOR
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY. The agenda items approved are as follows:
Approve (A) ROLL CALL
11/23/04
Minutes (B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 23, 2004.
Approve 11/30/04 (C) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 30, 2004.
Minutes
(D) APPROVAL OF CLAIM CHECKS #75541 THROUGH #75649 FOR THE WEEK OF
Approve NOVEMBER 22, 2004, IN THE AMOUNT OF $415,604.44. APPROVAL OF CLAIM
Claim CHECKS #75660 THROUGH #75820 FOR ]HE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 29, 2004, N
Checks THE AMOUNT OF $206,061.50. APPROVAL OF HOLIDAY BUY BACK CHECKS
#39724 THROUGH #39827 IN THE AMOUNT OF $197,601.20. APPROVAL OF
PAYROLL DIRECT DEPOSITS AND CHECKS #39828 THROUGH #39906 FOR THE
PERIOD NOVEMBER 16 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2004, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$898,808.96.
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Claims for (E) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FROM MARJORIE
Dama es SIGURDSON ($724.00), AND DENNIS BURNS AND GARRETT BURNS (AMOUNT
UNDETERMINED).
Historic
Preservation (F) CONFIRMATION OF MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF DEBORAH BINDER AND BRIAN
Commission HALL TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION.
Sr. Exec.
Council (G) AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR TO SIGN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT FOR
Assistant SENIOR EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, ASSISTANT JANA SPELLMAN.
Contract
Recycling (H) AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR TO SIGN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
Coordinator BETWEEN THE CITY OF LYNNWOOD AND THE CITY OF EDMONDS FOR JOINT
Agreement FUNDING OF THE RECYCLING COORDINATOR.
Quit Claim
Deeds-- (1) AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR TO SIGN QUIT CLAIM DEEDS FOR A
P74"ost f PORTION OF THE UNBUILT RIGHT OF WAY OF 1.74TH STREET SW.
Willow (J) AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR TO SIGN AQUATIC LANDS EASEMENT FOR
Creek Storm WILLOW CREEK STORM DRAINAGE OUTFALL PROJECT.
Drainage
Marina (K) APPROPRIATION OF $150,000 ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR THE MARINA BEACH 48-
Beach Storm INCH DIAMETER STORM DRAIN EMERGENCY REPAIR PROJECT.
Drain
3A. INTRODUCTION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEMBERS
Historic
Preservation Commission Historic Preservation Commission. President Steve Waite introduced the two newest members of the
Commission, one filling a vacancy and the other a new member to bring the total membership of the
Commission to seven, Deborah Binder and Brian Hall. He also described Ms. Binder and Mr. Hall's
backgrounds.
ECDC 3B. PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCE NO. 3522 AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE
Definitions
of Setbacks AMENDING THE EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE DEFINITIONS OF
SETBACKS (SETBACK, SIDE SETBACK, REAR SETBACK, STREET SETBACK).
Development Services Director Duane Bowman explained this was a result of the tree house issue that
had included discussion regarding how the code applied to structures in the side setback. The Council
adopted an interim ordinance to put back in place the City's regulation of structures in the side, rear and
street setbacks to give the Planning Board an opportunity to consider the issue and develop a
recommendation regarding play structures, exceptions in the setback, etc. Mr. Bowman advised this was
a public hearing to take public testimony to be forwarded b the Planning Board for their review and
recommendation to the Council in early 2005.
Mayor Haakenson opened the public participation portion of the public hearing. There were no members
of the public who wished to provide testimony and Mayor Haakenson closed the public hearing and
remanded the matter to Council for action.
Council President Plunkett provided a reminder that this was an interim ordinance; the issue of setbacks
would be taken up in greater detail by the Planning Board where the public would have opportunity to
provide input.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PLUNKETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON,
FOR ADOPTION OF THE INTERIM ORDINANCE. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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Mr. Bowman clarified the Council had previously adopted the interim ordinance which also referred the
matter to the Planning Board. This was an opportunity for the Council to provide any additional direction
for consideration by the Planning Board.
First Baptist 4. PUBLIC HEARING ON A RECOMMENDATION BY THE EDMONDS HISTORIC
Church of PRESERVATION COMMISSION TO DESIGNATE THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF
Edmonds / EDMONDS AS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE EDMONDS REGISTER OF HISTORIC
Register of
Historic PLACES. THE SITE IS ADDRESSED AS 404 BELL STREET AND IS ZONED COMMUNITY
Places I BUSINESS (BC). (FILE NO. HP-03-114
Planning Manager Rob Chave advised this was a public hearing on a recommendation by the Historic
Preservation. Commission to designate the First Baptist Church of Edmonds, 404 Bell Street, as eligible
for listing on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places. After considering all the information, the
Commission recommended the Council approve the potential designation. He explained before the
property could be listed, the property owner would need to indicate their willingness to be included in the
Register. If they concurred, an ordinance would be presented to the City Council to list the property on
the Edmonds Register of Historic Places.
Mr. Chave referred to the Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation on page 4 of the Council
packet and their recognition of the church's features listed on pages 3 and 4 of the packet. He
summarized this was a public hearing for the Council to take public testimony to assist in making their
decision regarding whether to designate the property as eligible for listing.
Councilmember Dawson asked whether any input had been solicited from the church. Mr. Chave advised
representatives of the church attended the Historic Preservation Commission meetings and seemed
positively inclined but had not yet made a decision.
Pastor Barry Crane, First Baptist Church, now known as the North Sound Church, 404 Bell Street,
thanked the Historic Preservation Commission for their efforts to identify the church for potential
designation on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places. He recognized Historic Preservation
Commission President Steve Waite for his efforts leading the Commission and working with the church,
Council President for Plunkett for meeting with him to discuss the process, and Planner Star Campbell for
her efforts. He expressed his thanks to the members of the Historic Preservation Commission for their
efforts with regard to the application process. He advised he was available to answer questions.
Hearing no further public comment, Mayor Haakenson closed the public hearing.
Council. President Plunkett commented on how open. Pastor Crane and the church members were to
considering the designation. He noted that although some may be apprehensive when government
indicates a desire to designate their property, the church has been very open and willing in discussing with
the Historic Preservation Commission the possibility of historic designation.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PLUNKETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER OLSON,
THAT THE COUNCIL FIND THAT THE EDMONDS BAPTIST CHURCH MEETS THE
CRITERIA CONTAINED IN CHAPTER 20.45.010 ECDC, AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND
STAFF TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTATION AS NECESSARY TO CONFIRM THE CITY
COUNCIL'S APPROVAL OF THE SITE FOR LISTING ON THE EDMONDS REGISTER OF
HISTORIC PLACES. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Building Ron Wambolt, 530 Dayton Street, Edmonds, pointed out the Downtown Waterfront Plan update states
eights higher building height could produce over 1000 new dwelling units in the downtown area, an action he
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felt would negatively affect downtown. The update also states the alternative was to find capacity for
another 636 dwelling units elsewhere in the City which the update states would change the character of
the single family neighborhoods. He noted there was no mention in the update regarding the impact 1000
new dwelling units would have on the downtown area. He urged viewers who did not want walls of
buildings downtown to attend the December 15 Planning Board public hearing and comment on the
Downtown. Waterfront Plan. He recalled a small group of citizens collected over 1000 signatures opposed
to the changes; an effort that has been belittled by supporters who feel 1000 is only a small sampling of
the 40,000 residents of Edmonds. He commented that based on the group's experience soliciting
signatures, it was likely at least 39,000 signatures could be obtained if the entire City were canvassed. He
questioned whether a comparable list of signatures had been obtained of residents who supported higher
building heights.
Planning Don Kreiman, 24006 95th Place W, Edmonds, commented the Planning Board has taken a great deal of
Board Public testimony, and the December 15 public hearing was the final opportunity for comment to the Planning
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Board on the Comprehensive Plan. He urged the public to attend the December 15 meeting, pointing out
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Plan this was an important issue due to the potential to increase the economic viability of the City. He
commended the Mayor and Council for doing a phenomenal job this year, remarking the Council had
passed laws this year that would have an impact on the City for a long time. He pointed out that what the
Council did at the beginning of next year would be equally as important.
Roger Hertrich, 1020 Puget Drive, Edmonds, questioned why a public hearing was necessary when it
Building appeared Planning Board Members had their minds made up with regard to 33-foot building heights. He
Heights referred to a conversation he had with Planning Board member Jim Crim, who reiterated that 1000
signatures was not representative of the 40,000 Edmonds residents. He noted what attracted people to
Edmonds was a combination of the waterfront, character of downtown, the shape of the bowl and the
views. He urged the public to attend the December 15 Planning Board meeting where the issue of
building heights would be discussed. He expressed concern with the discussion regarding height
averaging for the former Safeway property and the Harbor Square property, commenting that a structure
on the waterfront that was higher than allowable building heights was being used as an excuse for an
averaging method for the property to the east. He pointed out the potential for five floors and 50-60 foot
tall towers. He concluded this was an 8-foot increase to the building height, not a 3-foot increase because
the maximum height was actually 25 feet plus 5 feet; an increase to 33 feet was an 8-foot increase.
Gardan Tour Stephen Clifton, Chair of the 2005 Edmonds in Bloom Garden Tour, announced the 2005 tour was
scheduled for Sunday, July 15, 2005. He explained that 7-9 gardens were needed for the tour and invited
residents within the city limits of Edmonds or Woodway who had an eclectic, colorful, informal or formal
garden to contact him to learn how to be included on the tour at 206-533-2076 or via email at
Clifton—Edmonds@msn.com.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Haakenson commented Police Chief David Stern had taken the night off to celebrate his 40th
wedding anniversary. Mayor Haakenson congratulated Chief Stern and his wife.
Mayor Haakenson wished everyone Happy Holidays.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Mukilteo Council. President Plunkett advised he would be sending Councilmembers a draft resolution regarding
Flyovers Mukilteo flyovers and asked they submit any comments/suggestions to Senior Executive Council.
Assistant Jana Spellman to be incorporated into a draft resolution for Council consideration.
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Councilmember Moore reported on a Community Transit Board meeting she attended where the Board
mmunity approved their budget and also discussed the rollout of a branding campaign in January that will include a
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new logo. She reported on the Government Economic Development Forum that Councilmember Olson
and she attended, the third annual Governor Locke forum, where they learned broadband communications
was the key to economic development in communities. She noted Edmonds was ahead of other
communities in that regard due to the creation of the Community Technology Advisory Board. She
Community invited members of the public with a special knowledge of communications and/or new technologies to
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Advisory apply for a position on that Board. She advised the recommendations from the Board would be used to
Board create policy for the future of Edmonds.
ransporta- I Councilmember Moore reported on a special meeting of the three subareas of transportation in King
ion Issues County to discuss special legislation in January. The group agreed on the following items to present to
the Legislature, 1) a statewide gas tax increase with local distribution, 2) statewide gas tax increase for the
major corridors, 3) additional funding options for local governments, and 4) endorsement for the hot lane
project on SR-167, a pilot project to charge a toll for the use of HOV lanes.
shop Councilmember Moore read from the Bowl Banter, a Downtown Merchant Association newsletter, which
ILocally reported shopping at a local store versus a chain store helped the local economy because those merchants
paid for services locally, putting dollars back into the community. In addition local stores hire local
workers who in turn spend their wages locally. Local stores contribute to the local decision -making
process by participating in business, educational and civic organizations and donate to and promote local
causes. Councilmember Moore urged residents to shop locally this holiday season.
Councilmember Moore expressed her thanks to the Council for their patience with her, noting these
Councilmembers were among the most committed and intelligent public servants she has seen. She
expressed her thanks to the Mayor and his staff for their professionalism, decency and patience with her
learning curve this year. She thanked the people of Edmonds for giving her their public trust and wished
everyone a Happy Holliday.
Councilmember Olson explained one of the reasons it was important to identify funding options for
transportation projects was because cities no longer had money for street repairs, evidenced by Edmonds
60-year overlay cycle. She expressed her thanks for all the support and assistance with her learning curve
over the past year.
Councilmember Dawson advised she would be absent from the December 14 Council meeting. She
wished the Council, staff and public a Happy Holiday.
Councilmember Wilson wished everyone a Happy Holiday, thanking the public for the comments they
offer and their continued efforts to keep the Council informed.
Council President Plunkett stated there are Council Committee meetings next week beginning at 6:00
p.m. followed by a short Council meeting.
Councilmember Moore advised the December 15 Planning Board public hearing would be televised on
Channel 21.
Mayor Haakenson wished Ms. Spellman a belated Happy Birthday.
With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 7:33 p.m.
SANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK
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-� AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers, Public Safety Complex
250 5th Avenue North
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
December 7, 2004
6:45 p.m. - Interview Two Candidates for the Historic Preservation Commission
7:00 p.m. - Call to Order
Flag Salute
1. Approval of Agenda
2. Consent Agenda Items
(A) Roll Call
(B) Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of November 23, 2004.
(C) Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of November 30, 2004.
(D) Approval of claim checks #75541 through #75649 for the week of November
22, 2004, in the amount of $415,604.44. Approval of claim checks #75660
through #75820 for the week of November 29, 2004, in the amount of
$206,061.50. Approval of holiday buy back checks #39724 through #39827 in
the amount of $197,601.20. Approval of payroll direct deposits and checks
#39828 through #39906 for the period November 16 through November 30,
2004, in the amount of $898,808.96.*
*Note: Information regarding claim checks may be viewed electronically at www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
(E) Acknowledge receipt of Claim for Damages from Marjorie Sigurdson ($724.00),
and Dennis Burns and Garrett Burns (amount undetermined).
(F) Confirmation of Mayor's appointment of Deborah Binder and Brian Hall to the
Historic Preservation Commission.
(G) Authorization for the Mayor to sign Employment Contract for Senior Executive
Council Assistant Jana Spellman.
(H) Authorization for the Mayor to sign Interlocal Agreement between the City of
Lynnwood and the City of Edmonds for Joint Funding of the Recycling
Coordinator.
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(1) Authorization for the Mayor to sign Quit Claim Deeds for a portion of the
unbuilt right of way of 174th Street SW.
(J) Authorization for the Mayor to sign Aquatic Lands Easement for Willow Creek
Storm Drainage Outfall Project.
3. (20 Min.) Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 3522, an Interim Zoning Ordinance amending
the Edmonds Community Development Code definitions of setbacks (setback,
side setback, rear setback, street setback).
4. (15 Min.) Public Hearing on a recommendation by the Edmonds Historic Preservation
Commission to designate the First Baptist Church of Edmonds as eligible for
listing on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places. The site is addressed as
404 Bell Street and is zoned Community Business (BC). (File No. HP-03-114)
5. Audience Comments (3 Minute Limit Per Person)*
*Regarding matters not listed as Closed Record Review or as Public Hearings.
6. ( 5 Min.) Mayor's Comments
7. (15 Min.) Council Comments
Parking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities.
Please contact the City Clerk at (425) 771-0245 with 24 hours advance notice for special accommodations.
A delayed telecast of the meeting appears on cable television - Government Access Channel 21.