10/19/1999 City Council1
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED. MINUTES
OCTOBER 19, 1999
The Edmonds City Council meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Mayor Barbara Fahey in the
Library Plaza Room, 650 Main Street, followed by the flag salute.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT
Barbara Fahey, Mayor
Dick Van Hollebeke, Council President Pro Tem
Gary Haakenson, Councilmember
Dave Earling, Councilmember
John Nordquist, Councilmember
Michael Plunkett, Councilmember (arrived 7:08 p.m.)
Jim White, Councilmember
ABSENT
Thomas A. Miller, Council President
ALSO PRESENT
Christie Lee, Student Representative
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
STAFF PRESENT
Ray Miller, Development Services Director
Peggy Hetzler, Administrative Services Director
Jeff Wilson, Planning Supervisor
Noel Miller, Public Works Director
James Walker, City Engineer
Don Fiene, Assistant City Engineer
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Sandy Chase, City Clerk
Jeannie Dines, Recorder
Mayor Fahey requested a Proclamation regarding "Make a Difference Day" be added to the agenda as
hange to Item 9A.
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COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO
TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE, TO ADD A PROCLAMATION REGARDING "MAKE A
DIFFERENCE DAY" TO THE AGENDA AS ITEM 9A. MOTION CARRIED.
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM
VAN HOLLEBEKE, TO ADD A RESOLUTION TO THE CONSENT AGENDA AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR AND CITY ATTORNEY TO SIGN DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO SECURE A
LOAN FROM SNOHOMISH COUNTY TO COVER EDMONDS' SHARE OF THE SNOCOM
REMODEL AND EXPANSION. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Fahey advised the resolution would be added to the Consent Agenda as Item L.
COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT,
TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED.
2. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
COUNCILMEMBER HAAKENSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT,
FOR APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED. The
agenda items approved are as follows:
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(A) ROLL CALL
pprove (B) APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 5, 1999
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(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #35005 THROUGH 436615 FOR THE WEEK OF
pprove OCTOBER 4, 1999, IN THE AMOUNT OF $238,572.05. APPROVAL OF CLAIM
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arrants WARRANTS #35884 THROUGH #36750 FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 11, 1999, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $168,656.54. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS #26324
THROUGH 926453 FOR THE PERIOD SEPTEMBER 16 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30,
1999, IN THE AMOUNT OF $346,057.98.
[aims for (D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES FROM CYNTHIA
amages SIMMONS ($253.00), AND RITA VASQUEZ ($2,223.00)
urchase of
(E)
REPORT ON QUOTES RECEIVED FOR THE PURCHASE OF A VIKING SIX - BURNER
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STAINLESS RANGE AND ISLAND TRIM KIT ($4,402.64)
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urchase of
(F)
REPORT ON BIDS RECEIVED OCTOBER 5, 1999, FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 48"
Lawn
LAWN MOWER WITH GRASS LIFT SYSTEM FOR THE CEMETERY
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greement
(G)
AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT
with Comm.
BETWEEN COMMUNITY TRANSIT AND CITY OF EDMONDS FOR PASS THROUGH
Transit
OF SECTION 3 DISCRETIONARY FUNDS FROM THE FEDERAL TRANSIT
ADMINISTRATION (FTA) FOR MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION CENTER
PROJECT
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AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT
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WITH ABA / BTS, INC. FOR PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX COMMUNICATION
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AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO CONTRACT WITH JAMES MURPHY
AUCTIONEERS TO SELL SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
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AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO PROVIDE A DISTRIBUTION EASEMENT
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WITHIN THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX TO SNOHOMISH COUNTY PUBLIC
UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
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ACCEPTANCE OF INGRESS/EGRESS EASEMENT FROM MICHAEL J. KERR AND
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DIANA L. CLAY
eso #962 (L) RESOLUTION NO. 962 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY ATTORNEY TO
noCom SIGN DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO SECURE A LOAN FROM SNOHOMISH
Remodel COUNTY TO COVER EDMONDS' SHARE OF THE SNOCOM REMODEL AND
EXPANSION
losed Discussion Regarding Item 5 (Presentation of Written Arguments to Dismiss Closed Record
Record Appeal of Hearing Examiner Decision to Deny ADB -99 -33 (Appellant: Phil Carter, Representing
ppeal - Brad Butterfield & Albert Dykes / File No. AP -99 -187. Applicant: Brad Butterfield / File No.
P- 99 -187 ADB- 99 -33. Property Location: 110 Sunset Avenue)
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke commented two Councilmembers planned to recuse
themselves from discussion regarding this item. Councilmember Earling advised when an item related to
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this issue was discussed two weeks ago, he indicated he would recuse himself from any discussion
regarding the. site specific item (Item 5). He said this was due to individuals on both sides of the issue
who have contributed to his campaign.
Councilmember Haakenson explained while he was Council President, he had met with Mr. Butterfield,
Mr. Dykes, and Mr. Benzel on several occasions to discuss solutions to this issue to avoid a lawsuit or
appeal to the Council. Councilmember Haakenson explained he informed these individuals at that time
that if the matter was appealed to the Council, he would recuse himself due to the information he
received during those meetings. He clarified he would recuse himself from this closed record appeal of
the Hearing Examiner's decision and would recuse himself in the future if the.Council chose to hear an
appeal of this matter.
Councilmembers Earling and Haakenson left the room.
Mayor Fahey explained this was an unusual situation in that a request has been submitted regarding
dismissal of the closed record appeal by the Hearing Examiner, asking that no oral comments be
accepted which would result in the Council being unable to seek legal advice from current counsel. The
reason for this is if this matter is discussed, it would be necessary for the City Attorney to serve as
counsel to staff and it would be inappropriate for him to make comment or give direction to the Council
during this process. Should the Council choose not to hear the request for dismissal and decide to take
oral testimony from those with standing, it will be necessary to reschedule this matter to a time when all
appropriate parties can be notified of their opportunity to speak and the City can secure the services of
alternate counsel to provide legal counsel to the City Council so that the City Attorney. can serve as
counsel to staff.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT, TO TABLE ITEM 5 TO NOVEMBER 16 FOR THE
PURPOSES OF TAKING ORAL ARGUMENT BY PARTIES WITH STANDING. MOTION
CARRIED (3 -1), COUNCILMEMBER WHITE OPPOSED. (Councilmembers Earling and
Haakenson did not participate in the vote.)
City Attorney Scott Snyder asked how much time would be allotted on November 16. Council President
Pro Tem Van Hollebeke said 45 minutes would be adequate. City Clerk Sandy Chase pointed out a
hearing on the 2000 budget was also scheduled for the November. 16 meeting. Council President Pro
Tem Van Hollebeke said although he preferred to schedule the hearing as a full Council agenda item
prior to committee meetings on November 9, he was informed some of the legal counsel was not
available on that date. Mr. Snyder said Mr. Carter (attorney for the applicant) indicated he was available
on November 9.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT, TO AMEND THE ACTION TAKEN ABOVE (TO TABLE
ITEM 5 TO NOVEMBER 16) AND TABLE ITEM 5 TO NOVEMBER 9 AS A FULL COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM PRIOR TO COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS. MOTION CARRIED.
(Councilmembers Earling and Haakenson did not participate in the vote.)
Mr. Snyder asked if the Council would like to provide 5 -10 minutes for the parties involved to provide
information, noting the matter will have been extensively briefed. It was agreed each party would have 5
minutes for their presentation followed by questions and answers.
Councilmembers Earling and Haakenson returned to the meeting.
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rd #3277 3. PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE EXPIRATION OF
xpiration BUILDING PERMITS (ECDC 19.00.010 F)
f Building
ermits
Planning Supervisor Jeff Wilson explained the proposed amendment would extend the existing time
period for extending building permits. Currently, a building permit is effective for one year and can be
renewed for an additional year; once the second year expires, a new building permit application must be
submitted including full fees. The proposed amendment would allow a third year extension of the
original building permit and the fees for the third year would be at a reduced rate based on the remaining
inspections. This provides a gradual extension of a building permit application and makes the fee
proportionate to the amount of work necessary to conduct the final inspections.
Mr. Wilson explained this matter was presented to the Community Services/Development Services
Committee on August 10 who recommended it be referred to the full Council for review.
Mayor Fahey opened the public participation portion of the hearing. As there were no members of the
public present who wished to address the Council, she closed the public comment portion of the hearing.
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke commented the Community Services/Development Services
Committee (Councilmember Nordquist and he) reviewed this item and it was the consensus of the
committee that this was a good, common sense change. He said the intent was to make it easier for
residents to complete their projects in a reasonable manner and not cause them extreme or unnecessary
bureaucracy by requiring they go through the entire building permit process again.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO. TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE ORDINANCE RELATING TO
EXPIRATION OF BUILDING PERMITS (ECDC 19.00.01 OF). MOTION CARRIED.
Vacate 4. PUBLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST TO VACATE A PORTION OF AN EXISTING UTILITY
utility
Easement — EASEMENT ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20930 88TH PLACE WEST (Applicant: Susan
0930 88'h McMurray / File no. ST -99 -171)
1. W.
Planning Supervisor Jeff Wilson explained the request is a petition to vacate a portion of a utility
easement that was granted in the City's interest. He explained this was an unusual request because in
most vacations, the City must determine the, appropriate compensation for vacating the City's interest in
a right -of -way. In this instance, the right -of -way was vacated to the benefit of the adjoining property
owners in 1973 but the City retained a utility easement. The applicant is now requesting vacation of a
portion of the easement.. Both Engineering and Public Works reviewed the request and determined the
vacation would not infringe on their ability to use the easement and indicated it would be appropriate to
allow the easement to be reduced.
Mr. Wilson referred to Exhibit 1, a site map of the property, which identifies the location of the
easement. He explained the easement is currently approximately 12.5 feet wide from the south property
line running north along the entire depth of the property from 88th Place. The applicant is requesting a
reduction to 7.5 feet for the western 81 feet of the property.
Mayor Fahey opened the public participation portion of the hearing.
Susan McMurray (applicant), expressed her hope that the Council would approve the vacation.
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Mayor Fahey closed the public participation portion of the hearing and remanded the matter to Council
for consideration.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM VAN HOLLEBEKE MOVED, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO APPROVE THE REQUEST TO VACATE A PORTION
OF THE UTILITY EASEMENT AND REDUCE THE EASEMENT WIDTH FROM 12.5 FEET TO
7.5 FEET OVER THE WESTERN 81 FEET OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20930 881"
PLACE WEST AND DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE THE APPROPRIATE
ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION. MOTION CARRIED.
Closed 5. PRESENTATION OF WRITTEN ARGUMENTS TO DISMISS CLOSED RECORD APPEAL OF
ecord HEARING EXAMINER DECISION TO DENY ADB -99 -33 (Appellant: Phil Carter, Representing
ppeal —
P -99 187 Brad Butterfield & Albert Dykes / File No. AP -99 -187. Applicant: Brad Butterfield / File No. ADB-
99 -33. Property Location: 110 Sunset Avenue)
This item was tabled to the November 9 Council meeting (action taken following approval of the
Consent Agenda above).
Motion for 6. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION OF THE COUNCIL'S DECISION TO DENY AN APPEAL
Reconsider- OF THE HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
tion— TO ALLOW A DETACHED ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT WITHIN A SINGLE - FAMILY
-99 -169 RESIDENTIAL (RS -8) ZONE. (Property Location: 23303 100' Ave. W. / Appellant: Anne Waite —
File No. AP -99 -169 / Applicants: Lambrecht/Moerk — File No. CU -99 -91
Mayor Fahey explained a request for reconsideration was submitted the evening the Findings of Fact
were presented to the Council for approval. As the Council did not feel they could act. upon the request
for reconsideration without additional time to review the request, it was tabled to tonight's meeting.
City Attorney Scott Snyder explained the Council's sole action tonight is to consider a motion to
reconsider and the Council should not debate the merits of the decision. If a motion to reconsider is
approved, the matter will be scheduled for a future meeting, as the City is required to notify the parties of
the continued deliberation. If a motion for reconsideration fails, a motion to approve the Findings of
Fact would be appropriate. As this was a closed record appeal, he cautioned the Council not to discuss
this matter with the appellant or applicant.
Councilmember Haakenson disclosed in the process of campaigning, he doorbelled at both the applicant
and the appellant's. residences. He then asked what new information the Council would be able to
consider. Mr. Snyder answered the record remained as it was at the last hearing; the information
provided to the Council is merely argument. The Council's decision would still be based on the original
record of the proceeding.
Councilmember Plunkett observed the Council received additional information two weeks ago. He
asked if the Council was to consider this information in its decision. Mr. Snyder answered if there was
something in the information that led the Council to make a decision to reconsider, a motion to
reconsider would be appropriate. The matter would then be scheduled for a future Council meeting.
Councilmember White said the most compelling point in the motion for reconsideration was Ms. Waite's
allegation that she did not receive adequate notice of her opportunity to make a presentation before the
Council. He observed the notice that was mailed to Ms. Waite indicates her presence at the hearing was
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highly advisable and included a meeting notice that stated no public testimony would be permitted. He
recalled Ms. Waite's first comments were that she was not aware she would be able to speak.
Councilmember White said this caused him some concern, more than the allegation that a full record was
not before the Hearing Examiner. He clarified if Ms. Waite did not understand she would have an
opportunity to argue and was not prepared to argue and did not have her attorney present, it was
appropriate to provide her the opportunity.
COUNCILMEMBER WHITE MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER PLUNKETT, TO
RECONSIDER AND ALLOW THE OPPORTUNITY FOR ARGUMENT BY THE PARTIES.
MOTION CARRIED.
Reconsideration was scheduled for November 9. Mayor Fahey clarified anyone with standing in this
matter would be allowed to speak in support or opposition. She said the statement on the notice that no
public testimony will be taken referred to individuals without standing. She said individuals with
standing may provide only testimony that is based on the record already established in the process before
the Hearing Examiner and no new information may be presented.
7. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Kairez Elaine Yard, 9209 Olympic View Drive, Edmonds, said she cannot find a reason in the current ECDC
.Subdivision that would allow Kairez Drive, currently under construction, to place Maple Manor private road #1 and
on Olympic its established neighborhood into nonconformity with the code. She referred to Chapter 21.90, Street,
View Dr. which means public or private right -of -way or access easement which provide vehicle access to more
than three lots. She pointed out Maple Manor private road #I has eleven homes. She referred to 21.80,
Private Parking, which means facilities for the non - commercial use of the occupant and guests of the
occupant including garages and carports. Maple Manor lower road has five garages and five parking
spaces in a specified location that looks like a parking lot. She said according to Jim Walker, City
Engineer, and Steve Bullock, Senior Planner, Maple Manor private road #1 did not qualify as a street as
garages and parking are not recognized as a parking. area. She referred to 16.80.03 regarding site
development standards, minimum setbacks, etc. and indicated each Councilmember would be provided a
copy. She said Edmonds Planning and Engineering Departments insist the only setbacks between their
private property line and parking and /or street is a 6 -inch curb and a 12 -18 -inch setback with a wood 4-
foot fence set on the property line. She said Jim Walker told her two weeks ago that the 4 -foot fence
would not be. installed; however, the approved construction map dated on August 5, 1997, still shows a 4-
foot wooden fence. She questioned where the current documents are that describes the land grade and
the specific requirement of the project.
Ms. Yard referred to 17.00.030, Application of Regulations, which addresses setback and density and
states when an existing lot is subdivided or is the subject of a lot line adjustment, the new lot lines will
not make any existing improvements non - conforming to the regulations of the zoning ordinance. She
questioned why the City would place long - established Maple Manor private road #1 into a threatened
position of non - conformance by a new subdivision under construction. She said the City indicated that
Vista del Mar is a private property and they have no right to information regarding this development.
She telephoned Councilmember Plunkett who provided minimal information although too late for
abutting property owners to respond. She requested the Council intervene on their behalf to determine 1)
why the City Code is not applied to the Vista del Mar subdivision, and 2) why Kairez Drive is allowed to
abut Maple Manor private road #1 parking while the Community Development Code requires a
landscaping area of l0 -feet in width.
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Kairez Alan Yard, 9209 Olympic View Drive, Edmonds, said this area of Olympic View Drive is also known
VwDr.division as Maple Manor private road #l. He explained Kairez Drive will parallel to their private drive that has
been in existence for approximately 70 years. They have no access to Kairez Drive nor do they want any
access to it. He stressed they were not trying to acquire additional land or stop development of the
subdivision but want a proper setback from their private property, perhaps with a fence and landscape
barrier between the properties. If the subdivision street is privately owned, he questioned why they are
not required to follow the code requirements. If the street is publicly owned, the City may have a right to
place it within 12 -18 inches of their private property but he questioned if the City had the moral right to
do so for a less than 7 -acre subdivision where a proper street could be located. He requested the City be
a good neighbor, noting the location of the proposed road would place their property into non-
conformity, thereby restricting future use. He pointed out they already have a sewer main in their
backyard less than 17- inches from the structure. He requested a 10 -foot setback, fence, or hedge barrier
be required which he noted was not a great modification of the subdivision or an unreasonable request.
He said the street is not considered a buffer but a serious pollution problem. He pointed out another
problem is run -off of water as the slant of the street will be toward the properties to the west, the most
vulnerable properties in the area downstream from the subdivision and located on a severe bluff.
Kairez John Polikowsky, 9205 Olympic View Drive, Edmonds, said his property abuts a 7.5 -acre property
Subdivision under development by George Kairez. He expressed appreciation to Councilmembers who have
on Olympic . communicated with them in the recent past in response to their letters, including Councilmembers
View Dr. Plunkett and White and candidates Mr. Richards and Ms. Petso for viewing the situation. He said there
has been an increase in erosion control activity since their letters to the City. He said at the time the
letters were sent to Councilmembers, erosion control measures failed as a result of a heavy rain, sending
water from the Kairez property over Maple Manor private road onto their property, threatening their
bank for the second time this year. City staff members conferred with Mr. Kairez and the area was re-
graded and new containment ditches dug and hay spread over the soil.
Mr. Polikowsky said current road preparations indicate the new road will be located within 18- inches of
their property line. He questioned whether the plans for the new road were final, whether the plan
violated City codes, and why deviations from the code were permitted, and the nature of the buffer that
will be required between the proposed road and their private road. He said Mr. Kairez would like them
to join his road but residents have indicated they do not wish to join a homeowner's association to use a
private road through his development. Mr. Polikowsky said plans originally showed a 4 -foot fence
between their property and the new road, which Mr. Kairez states, is no longer planned. Their above-
the-bluff lot is very small and they need adequate distance between their driveway and the new road with
space for a wall and vegetation to shield traffic sights and sounds. He said Mr. Kairez has had many
adjustments to his plans, his neighbors deserve one. He said continued Council supervision is necessary,
noting this is the fifth rainy season since the trees were removed on the Kairez property in December
1995. Activity has been sporadic since that time and much dirt has been added and removed during that
time. Further, Mr. Kairez and his workers travel their one -way road on an easement intended to access
his rental property at the end of the road. He requested a swift end to this noisy and dangerous project
that endangered their waterfront property. (The 3- minute time limit expired and Mr. Polikowsky was
invited to submit written comments.)
itizens Kevin Clarke, 23924107th Place West, Edmonds, recently elected Chair of the Citizens Committee on
f-am.il-d' on Salaries of Elected Officials, said public comment regarding salaries for elected officials is sought at two
s of public hearings that will be held on Monday, October 25 and Thursday, October 28 at 7:00 m. in the
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icials City Hall third floor conference room. He invited elected officials to attend and make a presentation,
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noting public comment would be limited to three minutes. He said a recommendation would be made to
the Council at the end of the month.
[Initiative Alvin Rutledge, 7101 Lake Ballinger Way, Edmonds, referred to an article in The Edmonds Paper
95 regarding I -695 with information provided by Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke. He said
Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke also spoke on KIRO Radio regarding I -695 representing the
Edmonds City Council.
Kairez Marilyn Smith, 9219 Olympic View Drive, Edmonds, said they live on a drain (a metal funnel going
Subdivision down the cliff) that belongs to the City. She said their home is on an easement, the walk, which
on Olympic
View Dr. previously P rovided access to the railroad tracks. The walk was damaged by "constant water" coming
from Olympic View Drive through their area. She provided photographs of the frozen condition of the
drain in 1989, commenting the City quickly responded by removing the ice. She said the City has also
made certain the drain remains clear. She explained in 1991 three homes were constructed on two acres
to the southwest and she allowed them to put their drain into their drain. She said yesterday Mr. Kairez
asked her neighbor (across the street) if he could drain water into this drain. She stressed this was the
City's drain and if Mr. Kairez wanted to drain water from his property, the City would have to do
something because the drain is at capacity now.
nitiative In response to Mr. Rutledge's comments, Councilmember White clarified Council President Pro Tem
95 Van Hollebeke did not speak on the radio on behalf of the Council but was expressing his own point of
view.
Kairez Mayor Fahey said the Council is empathetic to the difficulties that have been experienced by residents
Subdivision adjacent to the Kairez development, realizing it has been very long process. In addition to the
on Olympic communications residents have received from Councilmembers, there was also an official response
View Dr.
mailed today addressing some of the issues that have been raised. She said it is unfortunate once a
subdivision is approved, modifications cannot be made. As the letter indicates, if residents feel there are
reasons the decisions made were inappropriate, the only recourse is to take legal action and seek a ruling
that inappropriate decisions were made. Regarding whether the location of the road is final, she said the
location of the road was formally approved by the Council in the proposed subdivision approximately
five years ago and the developer has five years to create the subdivision. She said although the Council
is empathetic to the problems that have been encountered, the issues that have been raised should have
been raised prior to approval of the subdivision and it is too late to require modifications at this time.
She said all approved items adhered to the City's codes and were determined to be appropriate by the
Hearing Examiner before it was presented to the Council.
8. REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Community Community Services/Development Services Committee
Services/
Develop- Council President Pro Tem Van Hollebeke advised a report on proposed Maplewood Drive pedestrian
ffient serv. improvements was provided. including the feasibility of installing pedestrian improvements along that
Committee road. Suggestions ranged from full cement sidewalks to a gravel pathway. A suggestion was made to
consider traffic calming to avoid the cost of a retaining wall; an option staff will review. Staff also
presented an overview of capital projects to be proposed in the 2000 budget. Among the items discussed
were the Perrinville Creek drainage projects, cemetery improvements, waterfront bulkheads, and
electrical improvements to the Anderson Center. Staff updated the committee on the ADB review study
that includes consolidating the design review guidelines into the code. He said the Planning Board has
requested assistance with this task. The committee directed staff to proceed with carrying out the
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recommendations of the ADB review in the most practical expedient manner. Next, an update on the
Virtual Reality project was provided. Staff was directed to move forward with the Virtual Reality
project.
Public Safety
Public Councilmember White said a presentation was provided by the Seattle Skating Club who operate the
Safety
Committee bingo facility at 220th and H �Y• 99. The presentation focused on their exploration of adding card
room to that facility including advantages. The Committee requested the Seattle Skating Club provide a
presentation to the full Council.
Finance Committee
Finance Councilmember Earling said staff presented a draft .report from FCSG Consultants summarizing their
ommittee analysis of converting the City's current sewer fixed -fee structure to a volume -based rate. The report
also recommended a series of phased -in rate increases to begin in 2000 to offset a large increase that will
be necessary in 2002. The committee requested the report be presented to the full Council. Staff
provided an update on the General Fund and the committee approved Petty Cash expenditures for the
month of September 1999.
(As the agenda items preceding Audience Comment (Item #7) proceeded more rapidly than anticipated,
Mayor Fahey inquired whether there were any additional members of the audience now present who
wished to address the Council. There were none.)
HUD Grant 9. CONSIDERATION OF HUD GRANT FOR THE SENIOR CENTER .
enior
el Mayor Fahey explained the City has had a $75,000 HUD grant pending for replacement of the HVAC
system and some windows at the Senior Center. These improvements have now been made. When the
City sought a reimbursement from HUD for expenses incurred, the representative for, Snohomish County
was aware that members of the Senior Center have approached the Snohomish County Council for
support for the possibility of demolishing the Senior Center and constructing a new structure. Concerns
were raised regarding the possibility of the Senior Center being demolished sooner than the 5 -year
timeline associated with this grant. Until this time, the City was under the impression that due to the
fairly small amount of the grant, if the use changed or the facility was replaced, only the differential
would need to be paid back. The City has since received information indicating HUD grants require the
City to sell the property and remit to HUD the full value of the property less any funds the City .has
invested in the facility during its function as a Senior Center if there was a change in use of the facility
during the time of the grant or if the building was demolished. She explained this represents an
interpretation of the provisions of 570.505, use of real property, as defined by HUD. The City is
attempting to obtain further interpretation whether the City would have to forfeit the property in the
event a replacement facility is constructed for the same purpose or if an alternate facility provided the
same services.
Mayor Fahey said a capital campaign for a Senior Center would easily take up to five years as they are
only in an investigative /exploratory phase now. She said the current plan is to phase the project and not
demolish the existing senior center until a new center was constructed. She clarified if the City accepted
the grant, it would need to be accepted under the terms that the Senior Center building could not be
demolished or change uses for five years. She said the only other option would be to not access the grant
and for the City to absorb the cost of the HVAC system an d windows. She anticipated additional
information would be provided by the Senior Center Board and by research being conducted by Parks
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and Recreation Director Arvilla Ohlde. Further, the City Attorney will review the issue to determine if
the interpretation is accurate.
City Attorney Scott Snyder said information Ms. Ohlde received today conflicted with the written
interpretation. He said staff is researching whether the City has the ability to transfer the obligation to a
different facility.
Councilmember Haakenson commented that recouping the City's $75,000 expenditure as soon as
possible would be prudent so that the 5 -year time period can begin. Mayor Fahey agreed with requesting
the grant reimbursement as soon as possible so that the 5 -year time period begins as soon as possible.
This action was acceptable to the Council.
Make a A. PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 23 AS MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY
Difference
Day Mayor Fahey read a Proclamation declaring October 23 as Make a Difference Day. This proclamation is
in recognition of all volunteers who help make life better for others and to encourage each person on this
day to find a way, no matter how small, to make a difference to someone in need.
10. MAYOR'S REPORT
[Library Mayor Fahey encouraged the public to attend the. Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Anderson
ook Sale
Center on Saturday, October 23. She expressed her appreciation to the Friends of the Library for their
efforts and to the people who donated the books to the sale.
P.A.V.E. Mayor Fahey advised the public was invited to .a Students Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE) event
Pent on Thursday, October 22 at the Civic Center from 11:00 a.m, to 12:00 p.m. She explained the SAVE
chapter was formed at the Madrona School a few years ago, a group of students who encourage students
to find acceptable ways to deal with conflict and to recognize that violence is not an option. She
applauded the students who work toward this effort all year, commenting they make a difference.
oug Egan's Mayor Fahey advised Friday is Doug Egan's 100th birthday and will be celebrated at an open house at
1000, the Floral Arts Center on Friday, October 22. She said Mr. Egan has been a member of the community
Birthda
for the past 40 years and has given significantly to the community as President of the Chamber of
Commerce and assisted with establishing the Historical Museum and Historical Society. She advised
October 22 will be declared Doug Egan Day in Edmonds in recognition of his contribution to the
community.
ascade Mayor Fahey also announced that Cascade Symphony's first Sunday performance at the Puget Sound
ymphony Bible College will be Sunday, October 24 at 3:30 p.m.
11. COUNCIL REPORTS
nitiative In response to Mr. Rutledge's comments during Audience Comments, Council President Pro Tem Van
95 Hollebeke clarified he identified himself as an Edmonds Councilmember when speaking on KIRO Radio
regarding I -695 and provided his personal views on how I -695 might impact the City.
andidate Councilmember Earling thanked the Senior Center for hosting the candidate fair today which 75 -100
air people attended.
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High Sc hool Student Representative Christie Lee reported Meadowdale and Edmonds - Woodway High Schools are
1ng celebrating homecoming. ASB members at both schools are considering a coat or clothing drive as part
is of the rubber chicken rivalry on December 10. She said it is traditional for the Mayor to judge which
school has the most school spirit.
Executive 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING A LEGAL MATTER
ession
At 8:30 p.m., Mayor Fahey recessed the Council to Executive Session for a 20- minute discussion
regarding a legal matter. She advised no action was anticipated following the Executive Session and the
Council would adjourn at its conclusion.
O.
SANDRA S. CHASE, CITY CLERK
Edmonds City Council Approved Minutes
October 19, 1999
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AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
PLAZA MEETING ROOM - LIBRARY BUILDING
650 MAIN STREET
7:00 10:00 P.M.
OCTOBER 19, 1999
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 OCTOBER 5, 1999
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #35005 THROUGH #36615 FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 4,
1999, IN THE AMOUNT OF $238,572.05. APPROVAL OF CLAIM WARRANTS #35884 THROUGH
#36750 FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 11, 1999, IN THE AMOUNT OF $168,656.54. APPROVAL OF
PAYROLL WARRANTS #26324 THROUGH #26453 FOR THE PERIOD SEPTEMBER 16 THROUGH
SEPTEMBER 30, 1999, IN THE AMOUNT OF $346,057.98.
(D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES FROM CYNTHIA SIMMONS ($253.00), AND
RITA VASQUEZ ($2,223.00)
(E) REPORT ON QUOTES RECEIVED FOR THE PURCHASE OF A VIKING SIX - BURNER STAINLESS
RANGE AND ISLAND TRIM KIT ($4,402.64)
(F) REPORT ON BIDS RECEIVED OCTOBER 5, 1999, FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 48" LAWN MOWER
WITH GRASS LIFT SYSTEM FOR THE CEMETERY
(G) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN COMMUNITY
TRANSIT AND CITY OF EDMONDS FOR PASS THROUGH OF SECTION 3 DISCRETIONARY FUNDS
FROM THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) FOR MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION
CENTER PROJECT
(H) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO SIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH ABA / BTS,
INC. FOR PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
(I) AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH JAMES MURPHY AUCTIONEERS TO SELL SURPLUS
EQUIPMENT
(J) AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR TO PROVIDE A DISTRIBUTION EASEMENT WITHIN THE PUBLIC
SAFETY COMPLEX TO SNOHOMISH COUNTY PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
(K) ACCEPTANCE OF INGRESS /EGRESS EASEMENT FROM MICHAEL J. KERR AND DIANA L. CLAY
3. (5 Min.) PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE EXPIRATION OF BUILDING
PERMITS (ECDC 19.00.010 F)
4. (20 Min.) PUBLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST TO VACATE A PORTION OF AN EXISTING UTILITY EASEMENT
ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20930 88TH PLACE WEST (Applicant: Susan McMurray / File No.
ST -99 -171)
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
OCTOBER 19, 1999
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5. (30 Min.) PRESENTATION OF WRITTEN ARGUMENTS TO DISMISS CLOSED RECORD APPEAL OF HEARING
EXAMINER DECISION TO DENY ADB -99 -33 (Appellant: Phil Carter, Representing Brad Butterfield &
Albert Dykes / File No. AP -99 -187. Applicant: Brad Butterfield / File No. ADB- 99 -33. Property
Location: 110 Sunset Avenue)
6. (20 Min.) MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION OF THE COUNCIL'S DECISION TO DENY AN APPEAL OF THE
HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A
DETACHED ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT WITHIN A SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS -8) ZONE.
(Property Location: 23303 100th Ave. W. / Appellant: Anne Waite — File No. AP -99 -169 / Applicants:
Lambrecht/Moerk — File No. CU- 99 -91)
7. AUDIENCE COMMENTS (3 Minute Limit Per Person)
8. (15 Min.) REPORT ON COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
9. (10 Min.) CONSIDERATION OF HUD GRANT FOR THE SENIOR CENTER
10. (5 Min.) MAYOR'S REPORT
11. (15 Min.) COUNCIL REPORTS
12. (20 Min.) EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING A LEGAL MATTER
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