19690819 City Council Minutes2.6 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS _
In order to authorize the City Clerk to transfer from unanticipated income $2500.00 •
to Police Dept. M and 0 for the acquisition of riot control equipment.and $2700.00
to Park Dept. Capital Outlay for expenses necessitated by the new shop building, a
motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Slye that proposed
Resolution #209 be passed, and the motion carried.
SET BID OPENING DATE FOR LID #173
As requested by the Engineer, a motion was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by
Councilman Nordquist that August 19 be set as the date for opening bids on LID #1739
sewers in the vicinity of 1641b and 72nd W.. Motion carried.
There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 12:00 P.M.
Irene Varney Moran,/,City Clerk Harve Harrison, Mayor
AUGUST 19, 1969
ROLL CALL
The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harrison
with all councilmen present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of August 5 had been posted and mailed. Councilman Nordquist •
suggested that under the paragraph on chemicals and pesticides. Mr. be inserted in
front of the name of Jiggs Haines, and also to specifically mention DDT in line three
as the dangerous chemical and pesticide being so widely used.
In regard to the paragraph on the amendment to the street name ordinance, Mayor
Harrison mentioned that the naming of the alley between Maple and Dayton should not
be Maple Place, since the Washington standards suggest east -west streets should be
named either Street or Way, and with council approval, the alley between Maple and
Dayton will be named Maple Way instead of Maple Place.
The minutes of August 5 were approved as corrected.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT
Mr. Dave Stockton, representing the Snohomish County Health District, spoke to
council on the basic services offered to the cities and towns by the Health District
for the present cost of 500 per capita. He cited the need for additional services
and personnel, as well as salary raises, in order to keep pace with the increasing
needs of the area served. Mr. Stockton urged the cities to think about increasing
to $1.15 per capita, and Councilman Gene Fiege of Mountlake Terrace stated that his
city had decided to raise the per capita payment to 85o, and possibly $1.00, if
other cities in the county did the same. This matter will be discussed at a council
work meeting.
PRESENTATION OF YOST PARK PLAN
The model for Yost Memorial Park had been in the lobby of the Civic Center for view-
ing by the public prior to the council meeting. Mayor Harrison introduced from the
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audience Margaret Lerfald, Chairman of the Edmonds Park Board, and members Marge
Whiteman, Rachel Setchfield, Anthony Koenig and William Phillips. Also Don Burton,
Superintendent of Parks and Al Henderson, Park and Recreation Director. Mr.
Henderson then introduced Dirk Jongejan of Jongejan & Gerrard, Bellevue landscape''-'
architects and site planners. Mr. Jongegan explained the model of the proposed Yost -'
Park site and then showed slides for the development of the area, stating that it
would be an answer to manor of the recreational needs of the city•, a recreation area
for family groups. He noted that they had studied all the park sites in the City of
Edmonds to determine which would be the most desirable for all the facilities for a
recreation area for the entire family to enjoy, and Yost Park seemed to be the most
logical area to answer most of these needs. Along with the showing of slides, Mr.
Jongejan spoke of developing only about 12 of the 48 acres and leaving the rest as
a natural wooded area with bicycle paths and grassy picnic areas. He felt that
$1,500,000.00 *6uld•guarantee development of this complex.
Following discussion, during which time it was thought that a bond issue for
$1,500,000.00 would adequately cover the expenses related to development of park
sites and some further acquisition, a motion was made by Councilman Bennett, second-
ed by Councilman Nelson to amend the proposed park bond ordinance to reflect $1.5
million for park development and acquisition, with a substantial portion of the funds
to be applied to the Yost Memorial Park site as presented tonight. Before the motion
was voted upon, several people in the audience spoke. Lloyd Martin, of Alder Street
near the park entrance, was concerned about the parking and number of cars in his
residential area. Mr., Jongejan answered that they had designated an area off Mai&
Street for future parking if the need arises. Gordon Maxwell, Alder Street, called
the attention of the council to the possibility of future G.O. bonds for financing
a library as the city offices expand perhaps into the present library building, and
he added that he,would hate to preclude acquisition for development, as there was
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• considerable need for additional land. Also he stated the recreational portion of
the proposed Yost Park plan would be used all year, whereas the wooded area would
perhaps be used only 4 months, and they should not be adjacent to each othero He
asked the council to consider the single family residence quality of the areas where
the people live close to the park. Councilman Slye stated that in view of future
city capital improvements, we should give first consideration to whatever the city
needs, most, and give top priority tothe most important things before spending a
great deal on park development. Councilman Bennett felt that it was very difficult
for the council to get things done - he noted that they had been working for some
time on the proposed park development, and now some members seemed to want to delay
it further, and he could not understand the thinking on thiso Marvin Smith, who
lives on Alder Street, spoke against the development of the park as he had at coun-
cil meetings in the past.
Following a ten minute recess, Mayor Harrison invited anyone in the audience to
speak on this proposed park bond issue. Jim Mueller, Casper Street, stated that he
wanted the people to'realize that the funds from the proposed bond issue would be.
used for the entire Edmonds park system. Dave Larson, owner of property east of-:
Yost Park, said that he was favorably impressed with the Yost Park plan as presented
this evening, and he would.like development of park sites rather than acquisitiono
Mr. Larson added that he would strongly support a bond issue on development, but
would oppose it if an acquisition provision were included. Gordon Sanborn, 9m Ave.,
had a question regarding funds on the proposed ordinance and asked if the precise
amounts would be spelled out for each site, or the issue could conceivably end up
with zero dollars for Yost parko Councilman Nielson answered that the number one
priority for bond issue monies would certainly be Yost Park, with the remaining
money to be used on the other parks being developed, and the last on the priority
list would be further acquisition. Councilman Kincaid stated that one million
would be used on Yost development, along with such matching funds as would be re-
ceived, and the additional $500,000.00 would be for improvement of neighborhood park
sites, then lastly acquisitiono City Attorney Murplrj suggested that the council not
tie themselves down to definite amounts in the ordinance, but list in the minutes
any statements of intent for use of the money. Councilman Kincaid suggested that
through publicity the people could be advised of the capital improvement program and
could make a choice on 10X11 number of dollars and funding capacity, and decide do
they want parks as their number one choice?
Ed Bartels stated that a survey taken by the Edmonds Jaycees a year ago showed that
the people of Edmonds wanted parks as number one on their list of priorities, and to
delay action on this another 6 months as had been suggested, and then hold a special
election seemed to be nothing but an added expense, and 2 years would delay this
project unnecessarily so that the children of today would become too old to use the
facilities we plan for them. Bob Blackbourn, Daley.Street, stated that this park
idea had been studied for 15 years, and a lot of time has'been wasted. He felt to
muddy the waters with other needs for this proposed bond money was wasting more time
and the Yost Park development 'would be an asset to the community. Park Board Chair-
man Margaret Lerfald stated that the Park Board was enthusiastic about this proposed
Yost plan and would support a balanced program on development of park sites and per-
haps some further acquisition in the future. She urged council to,put this propo-
sition on the November ballot so the people could make the ultimate decision.
A roll call vote on the amendment to the proposed ordinance to reflect 8l.5 million
resulted in six councilmen voting in favor; Councilman Slye against, and the amend-
ment carried.
It was then moved by Councilman Bennett, seconded by Councilman Nelson that proposed
Ordinance #1 39 be passed as amended, to place a proposed $1.5 million bond issue
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'for parks on the November ballot, and a roll call voteshowed all councilmen in
favor except Slye. Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
A letter was read from John S. Doyle, 1014 1M Pl. S., bringing to attention of
the council a safety hazard at 5m and Dayton with the all -day parking of a camper
truck. This was referred to the Safety Committee.
A letter was received from,Louie B. May regarding a sanitary problem in his immed-
iate neighborhood due to the keeping of horses. This was referred to the City
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Planner for study.
A statement from Mr. Michael Buchmeier on the dangers of DDT and other pesticides,
to be forwarded by the City Council to the Governor and other agencies, was read.
It was moved by Councilman Kincaid, seconded by Councilman Nelson that a letter with,
this statement be forwarded by the City to the Governor, State Pollution Control.
Commission, Department;. -of Agriculture, Department of Natural Resources, and the
County Commissioners. Motion carried.
A letter of resignation from the Park Board was read from Nick Garcia. He.stated
that he felt he must resign because of a sabbatical leave to be spent in Mexico
City, but he would be pleased to serve again when he returns and when there is a
vacancy on the Board. Mr. Garcia suggested Mr. Bill Harold to take his place, and
Mayor Harrison made this appointment. It was then moved by Councilman Haines,
seconded by Councilman Nelson that the Mayor's appointment of Bill Harold, 8311
Frederick Place, to the Edmonds Park and recreation Advisory Board be confirmed.
Motion carried.
AUDITING OF BILLS
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vouchers #9302 through #9446 in the total amount of $80,486.74 be approved, and the
City Clerk be authorized to issue warrants from the proper funds in payment of these
regular monthly bills4 Motion carriedo
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It was moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Haines that the follow-
ing LID bills be paid:
LID #161 - $23.658.44 to National Construction Coo, Inco for contractor's estimate
#7 and $4o00 to Treasurer's Office, Edmonds, for'filing fees, and the City Clerk
be authorized to issue interest bearing warrants to Grande & Co., Inc. in the amount
of $23,662.44 to cover these bi11s;'
LID #164 — $155,094.58 to -National Construction Coo, Inco for contractorgs estimate
#3; $100.00 to George A. & Wilma Raatz for easement; $1OOo00 to John T. & Evelyn E.
Adams for easement; $100.00 to Ruth Lo Cressey for easement; $100.00 to Fo Paul &
Dorothy E. Witt for easement; $60.00 to James E. & Margaret W. Pearse for easement;
$35.00 to Michael Ro & Florence M. Dulin'for easement; $50000 to Larry R. & Judith
Anne Johanson for easement; and the City Clerk be authorized'to issue interest bear-
ing warrants to Grande & Coo, Inco in the amount of $1559639o58 in payment of these
bills;
LID #173 — $51o00 to Daily Journal of Commerce for legal publications, and an in-
terest bearing warrant to City of Edmonds in the same amount to cover this bill;
LID #176 — $26.00 to Edmonds Tribune Review for legal publications, and an interest
bearing warrant be authorized to City of Edmonds in the same amount to cover this
bill.
Motion carriedo
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Gordon Sanborn again asked the council to reconsider 9th Avenue as a collector
arterial or neighborhood collector instead of an arterial street, as had been
petitioned for by the 91h Avenue property ownerso Another petition was presented,
signed by 9th property owners, asking the council to (1) discontinue the present
program insofar as it involved the widening of any part of 9b south of Casper to a
width of 441 from curb to curb, and the further acquisition of private proPerty,for
a 601 R/W throughout; (2) to redesignate the arterial plan for the city to classify
91b from Casper south as a collector arterial with several design features listed for
both 9b south of Main and for 91h north of Main; (3) to apply to the UAB for maximum
funds available for this collector arterial with their suggested design features;
(4) to determine and advise the citizens of the cost of improving the street with
these design features, and (5) to determine and advise the citizens of the cost of
simultaneously installift!underground wiring along the entire length. Mr. Sanborn
asked the council to act on this petition tonighto He added that the traffic count
showed no need'for an arterial improvement here. Councilman Bennett noted that
historically all major thoroughfares throughout the city are in need of widening and
it was his opinion that this shouldn't be narrowed from the original engineeringo
He then made a motion that the petition as presented tonight to discontinue the
present project as stated be denied, except for the portions of the petition re-
questing information for the property owners along 91b. This motion died for lack of
a secondo Following some further discussion, it was moved by Councilman Haines,
seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the city reconsider designation or functional
classification on " Avenue and continue with the acquisition of R/W, but not slope
easements. Before this motion was voted upon, more discussion took place. Council-
man Kincaid inquired of the audience from 9W that supposing the Urban Arterial Board
should review the request for a change on ", and the answer is no, it must be 4419
then what would the reaction of the people be in that case? Mr. Sanborn answered
that they then would challenge the whole urban arterial system. Harold Johnson,
W south of Pine, stated that the proposed R/W would wipe out his rockery, Mrs.
Demeroutis, 91h and Pine, said that she had given tie city several feet of her
property on Pine in the past, and would absolutely refuse to give an easement on 9O.
Several property owners oaa'9m registered verbal protest and also complaints on the
requests for easements by the city. Vic Sanders noted that the people obtaining the
easements for the city were not good on public relations. It was then suggested by
Councilman Haines that the council look into the representatives obtaining these
easements and Councilman Bennett felt they should be brought in to hear these com-
plaints or the Mayor should check into this. The City Attorney explained the con-
demnation procedure for the benefit of those present. The City Engineer suggested
that all acquisitions be stopped and wait for a work meeting discussion, with the
council theca deciding what steps to take on the W Avenue projecto The motion made
by Councilman Haines and seconded by Councilman Nordquist was then withdrawn, and a
motion was made by Councilman'Bennett, seconded by Councilman Tuson, that at this
time the Mayor advise Reid, Middleton.& Associates and James Murphy°s office to make
no further contacts with the property owners on 9W Avenue for acquisition of.prop-
erty for a period of two weeks. Motion carried. It was then moved by Councilman
Tuson, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that the Mayor apply to the UAB for reclassi-
fication of 9t1b Avenue. A roll call vote on this showed Councilmen Tuson, Nordquist,
Kincaid and Haines voting in favor; Bennett and Nelson against; Slye having left
the meeting; and the motion carried 4 to 20
The petition presented by the 91b Avenue property owners was not being voted upon
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• REPORT ON BIDS FOR LID #173
Bids had been opened on LID #173, sewers for 164th and 72nd, on August 19 at 2:00
P.M. in the council chambers. Present at bid opening were the City Clerk, City
Engineer, Wayne Jones from.Reid, Middleton & Associates, Inc., and 9 people repre-
senting the companies submitting bids. There were 11 bids:
McDonough Construction Co. $159307.50
Universal Utility Construction 16,420.00
Uren Bros. Construction, Inc. 22,025.00
Bowersi.Construction 199730.00
Ben Parker Construction 179457.00
J. M. Curtis Co. 239585•00
Elness Construction Co. 159490.00
G & S Construction Co. 199220.00
Utilities Construction Co. 16,660.00
DiOrio Construction Co. 16,125.00
J. J. Pearson Construction Co. 17,359•00
Engineer Larson recommended the acceptance of the low bidder, and a motion was made
by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Tuson that the contract be awarded to
the low bidder, McDonough Construction Co., for the amount of $15,307.50, subject
to evaluation by the engineers, and the Mayor be authorized to enter into contract
with them for the project. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER FUNDS
In order to transfer the money for a Purchasing Agent (unused) from Salaries pro-
vided in the 1969 budget under Civic Center, Street, and Water -Sewer Departments,
for a total of $9,990.00 to the Non -Departmental Division of Current Expense item-
ized as Job Analysis and Evaluation Study, a motion was made by Councilman Kincaid,
seconded by Councilman Nordquist that proposed Resolution #210 be passed, author-
izing the transfer of these funds. Motion carried.
AMENDMENT•TO ORDINANCE #587 TO ESTABLISH�DATE OF SALARY PAYMENTS TO EMPLOYEES
In order to establish the dates for salary payments to City of Edmonds employees, a
motion was made by Councilman Bennett, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that proposed
Ordinance #1440.be passed., amending Ordinance #587, and the motion carried.
Since it was 12:45 A.M., it was moved by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Council-
man Kincaid that the meeting be recessed to Thursday, August 21 at 8:00 P.M., The
motion carried.
RECESSED MEETING - AUGUST 21, 1969
Recessed meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Tuson, with Councilmen Slye,
Nordquist, Kincaid and Haines present.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Assistant City Attorney John Wallace explained to council the procedure of the
Attorneyts office on the acquisition of R/W; 91b Avenue in particular.
Jim Haley, Western Sun, asked a question on the story appearing in a newspaper on
water purification in the City of Edmonds.
Ed Robinson, 19815 88m W., stated that he was present representing the organiza-
tion known as PRIDE. He inquired if any action was being taken on walkways for
children; which had in the past been done in lieu of sidewalks in certain areas. He
was assured that many of these had been completed, and any future walkways would be
under the direction of the Engineering Dept. and Safety Committee. Mr. Robinson
also stated that PRIDE would endorse and support the City on the Park Bond project,
and he offered the support of this organization in any way that they could be of
service.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Councilman Nordquist, in behalf of the Safety Committee, asked the Engineer if a
better barricade system could be developed for the top of Maplewood Hill at the
Clubhouse curve.
Councilman Haines asked if the costs on underground wiring in the city had been
thoroughly investigated, and that this should be done right away so that the city
can earmark money on a 10 year program to underground all facilities in the City of
Edmonds. He felt it was important to expedite this program.
Councilman Kincaid asked City Planner Logan about the Land Use Program and site
development for the City, as he was interested in how much of the land has been
utilized in the areas zoned for multiple.
SET HEARING DATE FOR PD-2-69
Council review of PD-2-69, PUD designed by Richard Swanby for property in the Five
Corners area owned by Dr. Goodhope had been continued from the council meeting of
July 15. It was moved by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Haines that
September 16 be set as the date for hearing on Planned Unit Development, File No.
PD-2-69. Motion carried with three councilmen voting in favor; Councilman Kincaid
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION #315 •
Resolution #315 from the Planning Commission was presented to council, denial of a
request for rezone from RS-20 to RS-12 in the Meadowdale area. No appeal had been
received, and a motion was made by Councilman Kincaid, seconded by Councilman
Nordquist to uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission in their Resolu-
tion #315 and deny the request for rezone. Motion carried.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION #316
Planning Commission Resolution #316 was presented, recommending denial of File
7A-1-69 to establish office zone as part of the zoning ordinance and map. An
appeal had been received from Dr. Hoover, and it was moved by Councilman Slye,
seconded by Councilman Nordquist that the hearing on the appeal from recommendation
in Planning Commission Resolution #316 be set for September 16. Motion carried.
SECOND READING: AMENDMENT TO STREET NAME ORDINANCE
A motion was made by Councilman Nordquist, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that pro-
posed Ordinance #1441 be passed, amending the street name map to.change the name of
Southstream Lane to Driftwood Lane and adding Maple Way thereto. Motion carried.
BIDS ON SALE OF DAMAGED TRUCK.
Bids had been received by the City of Edmonds on the sale of a damaged Water Dept.
pickup truck. Bids were:
Fitz Auto Parts of Lynnwood, Inc. $325.00
Edmonds Auto Rebuild 330.00
The City Engineer recommended awarding.the bid to the highest bidder, and a motion •
was made by Councilman Slye, seconded by Councilman Kincaid that the damaged Water
Dept. truck be sold to Edmonds Auto Rebuild for, the sum of $330.00, Motion carried.
There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:20 P.M.
September 2, 1969
ROLL CALL
Regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council.was called to order by Mayor Harve
Harrison with all councilmen present except Kincaid, who is on vacation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meeting of August 19 had been posted and mailed, and with no omissions
nor corrections, they were approved as written.
RESOLUTION FROM 4 SOUTH COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS REGARDING DISPATCHING
Fire Chief Cooper explained that the proposed resolution from the four South County
Fire Chiefs was in regard to dispatching, and the need for a common radio frequency.
The present frequency used is shared with'police, and is overloaded. However, he
stressed the need for continuing on a dual band to maintain contact with the police.
The proposed resolution also contained several other points, including updating of
the mutual aid agreements. A motion was made by Councilman Bennet, seconded by
Councilman Haines that proposed Resolution #211 be passed, adopting the proposed
dispatching requirements. Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Two letters were read from Mrs. Barbara Praninskas, 7301 - 193rd Pl. S.W., Lynnwood,
which she requested be read at a city council meeting. The letters were (1) to Mr.
Xon Baker, Snohomish County Coroner, and (2) to the Editors of several South County
newspapers, complaining of the handling of the details by the coroner's office
following her husband's accidental death.
A letter was received from W. Van Osdale, 7026 - 176th P1. S.W., regarding the repairs
that were to be made on 176th after the installation of sewers. This was referred to
the City Engineer.
A letter was read from Union Oil Company regarding their property adjacent to the
south city boundary. They asked for a review of the tax rates if they should annex
to the City of Edmonds, and wished to know if the assumption of bonded indebtedness
would apply should they annex. It was the agreement of council that Union Oil Co.
should be advised that a letter of intent to annex would be received favorably, and
that they should be supplied with information on the extra millage that would be
applied to their taxes should they be asked to assume the bonded indebtedness of
the City.
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A letter was received from Reid, Middleton & Associates, Inc. regarding the request
for extension of sewer service to areas in both the Ronald Sewer District and Alder -
wood Water District. This was taken under advisement.
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