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this applicant to have the awning as stated, but approved on condition that the
applicant indemnify and hold the city harmless from all claims arising out of
the use and provide adequate insurance for public liability and/or property
damage, naming the city as an also insured. A copy of such certificates of
insurance shall be delivered to the City Engineer and shall not be cancellable
without 10 days prior notice to the city. Motion carried.
(2) Marguee for new office building at 525 Main Street -
(Applicant - Sam Ewing)
A motion was made by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Anderson to
grant permission for the marquee for the new office building at 525 Main
Street, and the motion carried.
(3) Day time use of area between curb & sidewalk for wheelbarrow,
planters @ 529 Dayton - (Applicant - Jeremy McCreary, Bayside Used Furniture
Company)
It was moved by Councilman Gellert, seconded by Councilman Anderson to grant
permission for this application, not as a precedent, but as a trial subject
to cancellation at any time. Permission granted and approved on condition
that the applicant indemnify and hold the city harmless from all claims arising*
out of the use and provide adequate insurance for public liability and/or
property damage, naming the city as an also insured. A copy of such certificates
of insurance shall be delivered to the City Engineer and shall not be cancellable
without 10 days prior notice to the city. Motion carried.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ENGINEERING CONTRACT WITH REID, MIDDLETON & ASSOCIATES, INC.
City Engineer Larson presented a proposed amendment to Reid, Middleton & Ass-
ociates contract with the City of Edmonds stating that the firm has requested
the amendment to the Engineering Service Contract Table B, which was attached
to the presentation. This gives the hourly rate for various engineering
classifications. A comparison of the proposed rates with the previous rates
and an indication of comparable rates of another engineering firm were also
included. These increases are being requested due to the rising costs and
higher wage scales that have occurred since the previous amendment in 1970.
Engineer Larson stated that.he felt the proposed rate changes are reasonable,.
and requested authorization for the Mayor to sign for Table B. '
A motion was made by Councilman Tuson, seconded by Councilman Gellert that the
Mayor be authorized to sign the proposed contract amendment of Table B for
Engineering services. Motion carried.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
A claim for damages was acknowledged from Theodore Kohler, and this was referred
to the City Clerk for processing.
There was no further business to come before council, and the meeting was
adjourned at 11:20 P.M.
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Irene Varney Mor , City Clerk
October. 30, 1973
ROT,T. CAT,T.
Harve H. Harrison, Mayor
Regular work meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at
7:30 P.M. by Mayor Harve Harrison. All council members were present, except
Nordquist and Winters.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES "
Councilman Gellert noted that on page 5, the paragraph on the Sidewalk Ordinance
did not contain a reference to a discussion on double penalties. He felt that
this was one of the reasons for asking the attorney to re -draft the ordinance.
The minutes were then approved, noting the omission.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Councilwoman Shippen said that the question of horses in Edmonds has arisen again
at the Park Board. It had been pointed out that the University of Washington
property has ample space and it was suggested that it-libe investigated. Ron
Taylor, the Snohomish County Park and Recreation Director, will lead a walk
through that property on November 10th at 10:00 A.M. She urged that members
of the council attend. Persons participating are to meet at Perrinville. There
followed a general discussion regarding the possibility of bridle trails in
Edmonds' parks.
Mayor Harrison stated that he had a memo from the City Engineer addressed to
him and the council regarding the -State Highway Agreement for Utilities on
SR 104 from Westgate to 240th Street SW. The agreement was prepared by the
State Highway Department for the adjustment of the Edmonds -Mountlake Terrace
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joint sewer line manholes. Mr. Larson recommended that approval be granted
for the Mayor to execute the agreement. A motion was made by Councilman Tuson
and seconded by Councilman Nelson for the Mayor to sign the agreement with
the State Highway Department. Motion carried unanimously. Council then
discussed various aspects of the project.
The Mayor then mentioned that he had received a letter from the State Highway
Commission notifying the City that the construction of SR 104 from 100th Ave.
to 240th, which had been delayed due to funding limitations, has now been
advanced. They stated that the estimated cost of the project is $1,000,000,
and that they intend to advertise for construction bids late this year or early
next year. Councilman Anderson inquired about the section from Meridian to
the Interchange. Engineer Larson said that he had been informed that this
section may also go to bid late this year, with the exception of two ramps
to Highway 99. The "parkway" was also discussed. Councilman Gellert then
made a motion seconded by Councilman Nelson that it be placed on the November 13th
Work Meeting Agenda that the Highway Engineer present the plans on this project
(SR 104, etc.) as they now exist. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Harrison mentioned that at the last council meeting the council instructed
the attorney to change the title of CAO to AO. He said that this is not in
conformance with what is done in several other cities with the same form of
government. The Mayor suggested the title of Mayor's Administrative Assistant.
A motion was made by Councilman Nelson and seconded by Councilwoman Shippen
to change the title of the Chief Administrative Officer to Mayor's Administrative
Assistant. Motion carried unanimously.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Harold Anderson proposed the creation of a golf course on the University of
Washington Property. He said that this would give maximum use of the land for
everyone. He said that financing could possibly be accomplished through
participation by the City of Edmonds and Snohomish County and by private membership.
Maintenance costs would be covered by the green fees and the hourly tennis fees.
During discussion, Councilman Nelson said that according to his recollection,
this avenue of development had been closed. Councilman Gellert pointed out that
this is a County owned property within the City of Edmonds, and he thought we
would be remiss in taking action on a recommendation without considerable citizen
input. Mayor Harrison suggested that Mr. Anderson make a presentation also, to
the Park Board and the Planning Commission.
STAFF COMMENTS
City Engineer, Leif Larson, reported that the plans have been prepared by the
architect for the Senior Citizens' Center construction work and that he would
like to request authorization to go to bid on November 23. A motion was made
by Councilman Nelson and seconded by Councilman Anderson to give the City
Engineer the authority to commence with the arrangements for building of the
Senior Citizens' Complex within the budget. Motion carried unanimously.
Engineer Larson made reference to the State Highway Agreement for Signalization
and Illumination'on SR 104 from Westgate to Paradise Lane, which had been revised
to indicate that the City reserves the right to deduct the amount of $50,000
for illumination. The District #1 Utility Engineer agreed with this change,
however the State Highway attorneys in Olympia would not accept this modification.
Mr. Larson suggested three alternates. Following some discussion, a motion
was made by Councilman Gellert and seconded by Councilman Anderson that we sigh
agreement based upon Alternate #1 (which provides signalization in the amount
of $50,000); plus conduit crossings for future undergroutding. Following some
discussion, the motion was voted upon and carried unanimously.
Ron Whaley, Administrative Officer, said that he had received a letter from
Mr. Glenn Hill regarding the sidewalks on 5th Avenue. He had complained about
the overgrowth of vegetation.
Planner Wallis mentioned that the building on the corner of 2nd and Main has
two levels of parking and he had proposed that they landscape down the street
and the sidewalk. They in turn asked Mr. Wallis to submit a plan which they
could consider. He displayed a landscape plan to the council members indicating
what he had proposed for the area. This plan is compatible with what is going
to be done at 5th and Main and will carry out a theme.
JIM CHAPMAN - BANK & OFFICE INTERIORS - PRESENTATION OF OFFICE DESIGN CONCEPT
Mr. Chapman said that the City Planner had asked Bank & Office to come in and
make recommendations on some remodeling that is being done in the Mayor's Office
and the general working area. The Mayor's Office will have a wall system for
storage and display with a table in front of it to be used as a work surface.
In addition to the Mayor's chair, there will be side chairs and two sofas,
a corner table and cube tables. The Mayor's office will be used as a multi-
purpose room, and in addition to staff meetings, will also be used for conferences,
Park Board Meetings, etc. Mr. Chapman exhibited a chart showing colors of
carpeting, draperies, chair coverings and materials to be used for walls and
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work surfaces. Basically, they were in earth tones. There was some discussion
regarding costs, etc. Mr. Dave Pullian, Design Director, with Bank & Office
said that they will make an analytical study on space utilization for the City.
He said they hope to have a presentation ready, including films, in a short time.
Mr. Pullian said they would like to come back and show this to the council and
staff. Mayor Harrison thanked Mr. Chapman and Mr. Pullian for their presentation,
and stated that he certainly would be interested in seeing the space utilization
study when it is completed.
REPORT ON BIDS OPENED OCTOBER 25 ON CHASE SEWERS - LID 192
City Engineer, Leif Larson, reported on the bids opened on October 25 for the
sewering of the Chase Lake Area, LID 192. There were 16 bidders, and the bids
were considerably below the estimate. He recommended award to the low bidder,
Utilities'Development, Inc. The bids were as follows:
Utilities Development, Inc. $2979923.90
Commercial Excavating . . . . . . . . . . . . 2989733.90
Universal Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2989786.00
Coulee Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3089559.80
T. W. Traverso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3219671.00
Other bidders were: Taylor Utilities, $324,823,00; Snelson, Inc., $332,205;
Lindbrook Construction, $343,408; National Construction,.$345,360; Select
Contractors, $457,738.76; King Construction, $367,230; Hanson Excavating,
$369,334.80;,West Coast Construction, $367,917,40; Western Engineering and
Construction, $384,856; L. R. Stanley, $385,574 and Ben Holt Construction,
• $4009376.40. A motion was made by Councilman Nelson and seconded by Councilman
Anderson to accept the low bid of Utilities Development, Inc. in the amount of
$297,923.90 and to authorize the Mayor to enter into contract with them.
Following some discussion, the motion was voted upon and carried unanimously.
PROPOSAL FROM AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMMITTEE
Chief Jack Cooper stated that he has just been appointed chairman of this
committee and that they have met seven times and have accumulated a great deal
of information on affirmative action. He said that he will chair the first
meeting tomorrow and he will outline at that time some accomplishments and
future steps in order to make a thorough report to the council within the next
two weeks.
REPORT ON DOWNTOWN COMPREHENSIVE PARKING DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND THE FINANCING PLAN
Mayor Harrison said that he would make this report since it is a plan that he
is advocating. He explained that this is not the off-street parking plan, but is
a part of it and is the most feasible parking lot development in the city. The
Mayor passed out a sheet containing figures to which he was to refer from time
to time. This indicated a project-', -cost of approximately $168,000 on a proposed
parking lot LID, which does not include any direct costs. Councilwoman Shippen
asked if you can do anything piecemeal before a Comprehensive Parking Plan is
adopted. Attorney Wallace answered that a Comprehensive Plan should be adopted
first. The Mayor also passed out a map which showed businesses that were
estimated to be deficient in pakking. The map was divided into zones which
would participate in the LID. The calculations were based on a parking lot
capacity of 110 car stalls with the cost of 70 stalls being charged to the LID
• and the cost of 40 stalls being charged to the City. The parking area to which
the Mayor referred is located between 2nd and 3rd, near James Street. It was
proposed that any new businesses or businesses that changed hands that were
found to be deficient in parking, could purchase stalls in this parking lot
to meet the code requirements before a permit would be issued for the business.
The plan was very well received and the Mayor indicated that he would welcome
further suggestions or comments from the council.
REPORT FROM_COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES ON VARIOUS COMMITTEES
Councilman Gellert reported that SnoCom approved their budget, which was a little
lower than last year's budget. One of the Commissioners had indicated that he
would not support a SnoCom budget after the contract runs out and that he would
rather support SCOPE. Mayor Harrison asked if SnoCom could be a part of SCOPE.
This was thought to be feasible. Chief Cooper stated that it will be well into
1974 before the SCOPE program gets off the ground. He said the Fire Chiefs and
Police Chiefs in the South County Area have met a number of times and discussed
the two different programs, and it has been their recommendation that we do
maintain SnoCom as a satellite.
There being no further business to come before council, the meeting was adjourned
at 10:50 P.M.
Eleanor Queal , Depu City Clerk Harve H. Harrison, Mayor
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