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DISCUSSION OF SANITARY SEWERS - UNITS 2 and 3
City Engineer Larson described the areas for Units 2 and 3 on the comprehensive sewer plan and following
discussion, the Engineer was instructed to contact the Consulting Engineers on the possibility of calling
for bids on both projects at the same time, and Resolutions of Intention will be brought to council in the
near future for both these projects.
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RESCINDING ACTION TAKEN ON LICENSE FOR LEM EVERETT
Regarding
the request of Lem Everett to
sell ice cream and candy from a truck in the
city parks during this
summer, it
was felt that rather than use
the concession agreement which the city had
with Mr. Everett in the
past, this
would be better handled by issuance
of a regular peddler's license. 'It was therefore moved by
Councilman
Slye, seconded by Councilman
Tuson that the action taken by council at the
last meeting on the
request of
Lem Everett be rescinded and
that he be allowed to sell candy, ice cream,
etc. from his truck
in the city parks by obtaining a City of
Edmonds peddler's license. Motion carried.
There was no further business to come before the council, and meeting was adjourned.
City Clerk
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Mayor
July 18, 1967
ROLL CALL
Regular meeting was called to order by Mayor Maxwell with all councilmen present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the.meeting of July 5th had been posted and mailed, and since there were no omissions nor cor-
rections, they stood approved as presented.
HEARING: PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION #215
Hearing was held on the preliminary assessment roll.for Resolution of Intention #215, proposed sewers for Pine
and Third. Engineer Wayne Jones explained the scope and cost of the project, and the zone and termini method of
assessment. The City Engineer explained the stand of the State Highway Dept. on this project and the fact that
the state would bear the expense of relocation of the sewer, if necessary, but if the sewer is not put in at
this time, perhaps the location of the proposed access highway would make a later sewer line more expensive to
install. The City Attorney then explained the formation of LID's, the method of protest, bidding and awarding
of the contract, and finally the payment of assessments. Hearing was then opened.
There were two written protests - from Charles Burton and from William S. Ellis.
Earl Newman, 1119 Third, protested the sewer, as he said the highway had been surveyed and it was going to
take his house, so he certainly didn't need a sewer. He added that he had received an assessment of over
$1000.00 whereas a while ago it was quoted as only $500.00. He questioned the wisdom of putting in sewers at
this time. Chester Bennett, representing Ken and Grace Abbott, had been advised by the state that their home
would be taken in November of this year, and he avowed that.the state doesn'.t usually include the added amount
of an assessment in reimbursement to property owners. Bob Langan, 1109 Third S., protested the assessment be-
cause he did not wish to add another lien against his property. He added that the sewer line on 4th runs just
in back of his home. Mayor Maxwell noted that a petition for sewering of this area had started this proposed
LID, and stated that it was news to him and the council that the state intended to acquire the properties for
the access road as soon as this November. Mrs. Abbott said she had talked to Mr. James Dunn of the State
Highway Dept and he indicated the state would start purchasing the property one month from the date of their
hearing in the Fall. She stated that Mr. Dunn had also mentioned that the appraisals of the state would not
be affected appreciably by a sewer or sewer assessment. Councilman McGinness asked if anyone in the audience
who had signed.the original petition still wanted the sewer. Two property owners said they did. Most, how-
ever, were against the proposed sewer at this time. Steve Handran, 1023 Third S., said that he had a health problem
at his property. Mrs. Morse inquired why the city didn't wait to see about the freeway access first and then
allow the people to put in sewers; but would the south side of the proposed freeway need sewering. Mr. Schaffer,
Third, stated he wanted sewers back when the petition was presented, but not now because of the highway ques-
tion. A woman who gave her address as 1030 Third stated that the west side of the street had no need for sewers
and why should they be forced to have them. This was answered by the fact that this side not being included
at this time would leave an unsewered pocket in the city, which is very expensive to pick up at a later date.
Andy Stipech told the council that he had a lot on Third for a year and has not been able to build there be-
cause of no sewer. Floss White, 1042 Third, had a question concerning the number of properties on the west
side of the street. Mayor Maxwell asked if there was anyone present who had a serious health problem be-
cause of need for sewers, and although one woman stated that she had to have her septic tank pumped out re-
gularly, it was suggested that this project be discontinued until such time as more information can be ob-
tained in regard to the state's intentions. No one else in the audience wished to comment further, and the
hearing was closed. A motion was made by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that the proposed
ordinance for sewering of Third and Pine be tabled until the council meeting of December 5, 1967. Motion
carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
A letter was received from Charles Muir, 632 Bell Street. Mr. Muir complained about the conditions re-
sulting from the building of the apartment house at Main and 7th: (1) storm drainage running down the
alley; (2) improper restoration of the alley because of ending the paving at one point rather than carry-
ing it all the way through; and (3) backflow from the new sewer drains having had heavy material dumped
into them recently. The City Engineer will investigate and report on these problems.
A letter from Ann MacDonald of the Art Festival group was received, thanking the Mayor and city personnel
for their assistance and cooperation during the Art Festival.
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• A letter from the State of Washington Department of Natural Resources was received; asking for a delay in the
proposed rezoning of the 120 acres University.of Washington property located in Edmonds.
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A.second letter was read from tie Department of Natural Resources, stating the lease rental for the University
property, if the City of Edmonds wished to use it for park purposes, would be $60,000 per year, with $10,000
for the first year $20,000, $30,000, $40,000, $50,000, and $60,000 thereafter, allowing for an adjustment
period for the development of this area as a park. It was moved by Councilman McGinness, seconded by Council-
man Kincaid to instruct the attorney to prepare a Resolution to send to the Department of Natural Resources
stating the City of Edminds is definitely interested in the University of Washington property located within
city limits of Edmonds, which is on,our comprehensive plan as Open Space at the present time, and the city
wishes to enter into negotiation for the lease of this property. Motion carried. It'was mentioned that
this parcel of land would make a fine 18 hole municipal golf course, and perhaps would make payment of the
lease price more feasible.
A letter was received from Evergreen District (Snohomish County) of the Washington State Federation of
Garden Clubs notifying the Mayor of the awarding,of a certificate of merit to the City of Edmonds for the
attractive landscaping around the Edmonds Civic Center, and asking that someone representing the city be
present at their annual President's meeting &"accept the award.
A letter from the Library Board was read, announcing the election of Harold Huseby as Chairman of the Board.
A letter was read from Wilson and Cogan, Attorneys, in behalf of several property owners in the area from
5th to 2nd S. E. on 21st Ave. S. regarding their request for a resurfacing of the road following installa-
tion of sewers. It was noted that a water line had also been recently installed there, and the road had
now been resurfaced.
A letter from Snohomish County Planning Department was read, indicating that federal matching grants for
sewer and water facilities had been temporarily halted in Snohomish County pending the beginning of a
comprehensive sewer and water planning program. The letter noted that based upon a per capita cost of 16¢
•the City of Edmonds' share of the total cost of this project would be $3,337.00, and would the city pass
a resolution to participate in this program and budget the money for 1968. Following discussion, it was
moved by Councilman McGinness, seconded by Councilman Tuson that the City express the opinion to the
Snohomish County Planning Department that we are presently repaying a $30,000 loan for the same purposes
as we are now being asked to contribute toward to the county, and at such time as our $30,000 is refunded
to us for this water -sewer project, the city will then gladly pay the $3,337.00 to participate with the
county. Motion carried.
RESIGNATION FROM PARK BOARD
A letter of resignation from the Park Board was received from Dr. Paul Burke. The Mayor accepted this
with regret and it was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that a Resolution be pre-
ared commending Dr. Paul Burke for his long service on the Edmonds Park Board. Motion carried.
AUDITING OF BILLS
It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Harrison that vouchers #5370 through #5426 be
approved, and the City Clerk be authorized to issue claims warrants in the amount of $45,640.29 to pay
these regular monthly bills. Motion carried.
LID BILLS
A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded. by Councilman Tuson that the following LID bills be paid:
From LID #138: $103.21 to Norm's Print Shop for printing bonds and $9.00 to Edmonds Tribune Review for
legal publications;
From LID #139: $44,406.94 to Seattle First National Bank for. Alton Phillips Co. for contractor's final
•estimate; and $38.00 to Edmonds Tribune Review for legal publications; and the City Clerk be.authorized
to issue interest bearing warrants in the total amount of $44,444.94-to Grande & Co., Inc. to cover these
bills;
From LID #140: $11.55 for legal publications to the Edmonds Tribune Review;
From LID #150: $2,633.40 to Joplin Paving Co. for contractor's estimate No. 2 and $531.21 to James A.
Murphy for first half legal fees;
From LID #151: $157,970.05 to Puget Sound National Bank for Tonnesen Construction & Sleads Septic Systems
for contractor's estimate #2; $700.00 to Lila A. Hunter for easement for sewer line; $50.00 for easement
for sewer line to William E. & Geneva L. Prowse; $5,724.83 to Dept. of Housing and Urban Development for
third partial repayment on Progect P-Wash-3284; and the City Clerk be authorized to issue interest bearing
warrants to Grande & Co., Inc. in the amount of $164,444.88 to cover these.bills;
From LID #153: $11.03 to the Edmonds Tribune Review for legal publications;.
From LID #158: $37.70 to the Edmonds Tribune Review for legal publications, and the City Clerk be author-
ized to issue an interest -bearing warrant to City of Edmonds.in the amount of $37.70 to cover this bill;
From LID #160: $28.60 to the Edmonds Tribune Review for legal publications, and the City Clerk be.authorized
to issue an interest bearing warrant to the City of Edmonds in the same amount to cover this bill. Motion
carried.
1966 WATER -SEWER REVENUE BOND BILLS•
A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Tuson that vouchers #73 and #74 for $35,405.24,
representing estimate #2 'for modifications and additions to the Sewage Treatment Plant and third partial
repayment of advance for plan preparation in accordance with Agreement with HUD, be approved for payment.
Motion carried.
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CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
A claim for damages was acknowledged from Mrs. William A. Bond.
REPORT ON BIDS - LID #140
It was reported that after discussion with the engineers and negotiation.with the low bidding contractor
for the sewers at 8th and Puget Lane on LID #140, the zone front foot cost came to $8.97.' Following dis-
cussion, it was moved by Councilman McGinness, seconded by Councilman Bevan that the city award the con-
tract for LID #140 to Hammond Construction for their revised bid of $11,375.00. Motion carried.
REPORT ON BIDS - LID #157
Bids had been opened on LID #157, paving of 25th S. from 5th S. E. to.11th on Tuesday, July 18 at 2:00 P.M.
in the Mayor's office. Present at bid opening were the Mayor, City Clerk, City Supervisor, City Engineer,
Consulting Engineer Wayne Jones, Dean Echelbarger of Ech's BurnerOils, Inc. and Earl Joplin and another
gentleman from Joplin Paving Co. Bids were:
Ech's Burner Oils, Inc. $.42,582.50.. .
Joplin Paving Co. 44,005.25
It was recommended that the low bid be. accepted, and a motion was therefore made by Councilman McGinness,
seconded by Councilman Slye that the city accept the low bid of Ech's Burner Oils, Inc. in the amount of
$42,852.50 for LID #157, with the understanding that before the work is authorized, a discussion be had
on the final determination as to the thickness of the asphalt overlay. Motion carried.
BONDS ON LID #157
A motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Harrison that the bonds on LID #157 be sold
locally at %%. Motion carried.
AUTHORIZE CALL FOR BIDS - LID'S #159 AND #160
It was moved by Councilman Olds, seconded by Councilman Slye that bids be opened on August 15th for LID #159,
sewers for 16th S. between Bowdoin and Pine, and LID #160, paving of Pine from 9th to loth. Motion carried.
DISCUSSION OF PROTESTS ON MAIN. OLYMPIC PAVING
Protests had been received on the proposed paving of Main and Olympic, and after much figuring, there seemed
to be a 65% to 66% protest if all were counted. However, it was difficult to determine just what constituted
a protest and whose signature was required to make it valid. The City Attorney advised that the Supreme
Court had never decided just what constitutes a valid protest, and the.state statutes do not spell this out.
Therefore, since the protests were very close to the required amount, and the council felt that the citizens
of Edmonds were entitled to a correct decision since this was an arterial involving arterial funds which in
effect belong to all the citizens, a motion was made by Councilman Bevan, seconded by Councilman Olds that
the city petition for a declaratory judgement on the validity of protests on LID #156. Motion carried with
Councilman Kincaid voting against.
REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ORDER ENGINEERING ONInATER-SEWER PROJECTS ON NEW BOND.ISSUE
A request was made for authority to order the engineering on the water -sewer projects on the priority list
as noted in the minutes of June 20th. A motion was made by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Harrison
that the engineering be authorized on the projects as outlined. Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL POLICE PERSONNEL
A letter had been received from the Police Chief asking for an additional four men for his department;
two in September and two more.the first of 1968. With the recommendation of the Mayor, it was moved by
Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Harrison that an additional two patrolmen be authorized for the
Police Department, effective September 1. Motion carried.
REPLACEMENT OF COUNCILMAN MC GINNESS ON SNOHOMISH HEALTH DISTRICT BOARD
With the resignation of Councilman McGinness from the Board of the Snohomish Health District due to
pressure of business,.Mayor Maxwell appointed Councilman Slye as a replacement on the Board. A motion
was made by Councilman McGinness, seconded by Councilman Olds that the Mayor's appointment of Councilman
Slye to serve on the Board of the Snohomish Health District be confirmed. Motion carried.
SET MAYOR'S SALARY
It was the intention of the council to set the Mayor's salary for the next term, and a motion was made
by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Slye that the Mayor's salary for the term of office to be
voted upon in November be set at $375.00 per month; $4500.00 per year. Before the vote was taken on
this motion, Councilman Bevan stated that he felt that $500.00 would be a better monthly salary for the
time spent on Mayor duties. This was generally agreed upon, in view of -the fact that the present Mayor
a great deal of time on city business. Councilman Olds therefore moved to amend the motion and change
the figure to $500.00 per month, and this was seconded by Councilman Bevan. At this point, Councilman
McGinness stated that although he felt the $500.00 was a more realistic compensation for the job now
being donee if the Mayor's salary was too appealing for a supposedly Part-time position, someone with
few if any qualifications for the job could file for the position and perhaps win on a popularity con-
test; possibly someone who could not fill a job in the business world that paid that salary. This was
discussed, and a vote was then taken on the amendment, with the motion failing to carry. The original
motion was then voted upon for $375.00 per month, and this motion carried.
FINAL PLAT
City.Planner Logan presented the final plat of Edmonds View, and a motion was made by Councilman Tuson,
seconded by Councilman Slye that the final plat of Edmonds View be approved. Motion carried.
SET HEARING ON FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL - LID #148
With recommendation from the Engineer, a motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman
• McGinness that the final assessment roll hearing'on LID #148, paving of loth S. E., be set for September 5.
Motion carried.
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HEARINGS ON PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLLS SET FOR UNITS 2 AND 3
Upon recommendation of the Engineer, a motion was made'by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Olds that
the attorney be instructed to prepare Resolutions of Intention for the construction of sewers under Units 2
and 3 of the comprehensive sewer plan and the hearings on the preliminary assessment rolls be set for
October 17, 1967. Motion carried.
There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourne
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Clerk
August 1, 1967
ROLL CALL
Regular meeting was called to order by Mayor Maxwell with all councilmen present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the meeting of July 18th had been posted and mailed, and since there were no
omissions nor corrections, they stood approved as presented.
HEARING: PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION #216
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Hearing was held on the preliminary assessment roll for Resolution #216, proposed sewers 7th to
8th on Alder Street. Engineer Larson explained the zone and termini method of assessment. Be-
cause the cost of construction of sewers in this area would be higher than the assessed valuation
of property, the property owners, or someone in their behalf are required to deposit money with
the City to make up the difference. The owners of record in this L.I.D. would need to deposit
$5,100.00. Mr.. W. B. Olson stated he had talked to the other owners and they were all willing
to put up the deposit, either now or at time of completion of the project. Attorney Murphy said
the City could not expend the money without legal proof of willingness to pay. Mr. Green, 313
.S. 7th, stated he was already hooked on to the Alder Street sewer, and would he be required to
hook up again and pay a hookup fee for the second time. Mayor Maxwell assured him. he would not,
that they were _just servicing his remaining lots. Discussion was held on the possibility of con-
structing the sewers without an L.I.D. as long as all property owners were in favor of the sewers.
It would save some expense on the job. Councilman Tuson moved, seconded by Councilman Slye, that
the council defer action on the preliminary assessment roll until the August 15th Council meeting,
with the City Attorney to contact the property owners concerning their willingness to put up the
money, or sign a note. To instruct the engineers to proceed and to call for bids so job could
proeeed without delay. Motion carried unanimously.
PETITION FOR LID: PAVING 25th S. FROM 3rd S.E. INTERSECTION TO 200' NORTH OF 5th S. E.
INTERSECTION ( REX STRICKLAND)
Discussion was opened concerning this proposed L.I.D. Engineer Larson stated he had received a
letter from the Urban Arterial Board, which will be composed of representatives of cities, count-
ies and State. Councilman Olds moved, seconded by Councilman Bevan that the Council defer action
on the proposed L.I.D. until November 7th, which will give the Federal Government time to legally
release the Relay Station property to the School District, and for Lynnwood, Snohomish County and
Edmonds to confer on paving the entire street from 5th S. E. to 196th, in a joint project. Council-
man Olds stated he did not want to jeopardize the completion of the whole street by doing this
• small section of approximately 600 ft. Councilman Kincaid asked that we vote on the motion as
stated by Councilman Olds with the Street Committees and Engineers of Lynnwood and Edmonds to confer
on the matter. Roll call vote had Councilmen Olds, Kincaid and Bevan voting Yes, and Councilmen
Harrison,.Tuson, Slye and McGinness voting No. Motion was defeated. A motion was made by Council-
man Kincaid, seconded by Councilman Olds that the Council defer action on the proposed L.I.D.,
paving 25th S. from 3rd S. E. intersection to 200' North of 5th S. E. intersection until the Sept-
ember 5th meeting, and that the Engineers and Street Committees of Lynnwood and Edmonds meet and
discuss a cooperative paving L.I:D. Motion carried.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES REGARDING UNIVERSITY PROPERTY IN EDMONDS.
Attorney Murphy read a proposed Resolution to the Department of Natural Resources requesting ne-
gotiations for the acquisition for lease of certain property within City of Edmonds. A motion
was made by Councilman McGinness, seconded by Councilman Olds that Resolution #156 to the Depart-
ment of Natural Resources be passed. Motion carried unanimously,
RESOLUTION COMMENDING DR. PAUL BURKE FOR SERVICE ON PARK BOARD
Attorney Murphy read a proposed Resolution commending Dr. Paul Burke, upon his retirement, for
his service to the community as a member of the Edmonds Park Board. Councilman Harrison moved,
seconded by Councilman Slye that Resolution #157-be passed, commending Dr. Paul Burke, for his
4, service as.a member of the Edmonds Park Board. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION #217: ESTABLISHING UNITS 2 & 3 - SEWERS
Mayor Maxwell read a letter from the Snohomish County Health District strongly recommending sewers
in these two areas. The soil is shallow and drainage is lacking, and more people will be moving
in to the area. A motion was made'by Councilman Olds, seconded by Councilman Bevan that Resolu-
tion of Intention #217 be passed to .create local improvement district for installing sanitary
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