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19751028 City Council Minutes1 L 343 _MOTION: for the 28th of October. General discussion followed. Councilwoman Shippen moved, seconded by Councilwoman Bruns for the instal-lation of 11 gas.lamps from Maple to Main on 5th Avenue replacing the cobra lights at an additional cost.of $14,000. Councilwoman Bruns said that she is not convinced however, that 11 gas lights are needed to,replace 4 of the cobra lights. Councilman Gellert said that he would vote against the motion becau'se�he is'reluctant to reduce our undergrounding finds based on the fact that the P.U.D. will not match the city's funds in this regard. Councilman Anderson did not feel the cost was justified for such a small.area. The motion failed to carry following a roll call vote which resulted 'in a "yes" vote from Shippen and Bruns and the remaining council members voting against. CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES Council acknowledged a Claim for Damages from Ted. R. Wall. This was referred to the City Clerk for processing. There was no further business to come before council, and the meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M. IRENE VARNEY MORAN, C' y Clerk H. H. HARRISON, Mayor October 28;, 1975 Rnl I rAl I The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harve Harrison at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Edmonds Civic Center with all council memebersspresent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the meeting of October 21st had been posted, mailed and distributed. Councilwoman Bruns pointed out that in the second paragraph from the bottom of page T, the letter referred to was received from the Chairman of. the Law and Justice Planning Office and not from the Commissioner's Office. The minutes were then.approved as corrected. COUNCIL PARTICIPATION Councilman Clement said that he had received a notice from the County Commissioner's regarding a hearing which will be held on November 6th at 2:30.P.M. to expose the proposed boundaries of the public transportation. benefit area. Edmonds has been included in .that area. He said .that the public hearing will be held in the Hearing Room on the first floor of the County ADministration Building. Councilman Gellert said that the.council receives copies of the investment activity reports. He noted that the figures have been off in the last two reports. This will be corrected. Councilman Gellert said that he had called the City Attorney during the week as there will be a resolution on the ballot, SJR 101 which has to do with an overhaul of the judiciary:..He asked Mr. Wallace to explain what this would mean, and how it would affect our Justice.Court. Mr. Wallace said that the major affect would be that it would remove ultimate administration of the court and the* District Justice Court in Lynnwood, as well as the Superior Court located in Everett, to Olympia. He said that local administration would be removed at all levels and moved to Olympia. Councilman.Geller.t asked the City Attorney what had transpired at the meeting held this afternoon with the Telephone Company. Mr. Wallace said that the meeting was held and the Telephone Company invited us to proceed with the financing of the project.an:d whatever litigation the city feels is necessary to accomplish this. He indicated that the Telephone Company was willing to proceed with the project at this time if the city would provide the financing during the pendancy of litigation to decide who will make the ultimate payment. Councilman Gellert said that he had intended that we proceed with compelling them before the project was started, but the attorney said that this could delay the work for two or three years. There was considerable discussion o npossible costs and length of time spent in litigation. Councilwoman Shippen then moved that we proceed with the project and with litigation simultaneously, however this died for lack of a second. The City, -Engineer raised the question of what we should do as far as the PUD is concerned. There wasssome discussion. The Engineering Department and the PUD will be proceeding. Council members Anderson.and Gellert announced that they will not be present for the meeting on the loth of November. MOTION: Councilwoman Bruns moved that the.City of Edmonds express its willingness to the Law and Justice Planning Office to contribute to the funding for the rest of the year for the Assistant Law and Justice Planner in the amount of $328.78. She said she makes this motion for the reason that Ed- monds is a part of the Snohomish County Law and Justice Regional Planning Office, and that we have shown our willingness to belong by executing interlocal agreements, etc. She said that improving the law and justice in the County does not stop at the city boundaries, and that if it can be im- proved it would benefit all of us. Councilman Gellert seconded the motion for discussion. He said that the Police Chief.and the County Commissioners have recommended against, and that he does not feel compelled to spend the money where money is tight. Councilman Clement said that he thought that.one of the reasons for having an -Assistant Planner was for grant's administration and an in- depth crime analysis. The motion failed following a roll call vote with Shippen, Nordquist and Bruns voting in favor and the remaining members voting against. 344 Mayor Harrison said that he had three applications for liquor licenses. One was for the Harbor House Restaurant in the Harbor Building. The Police Chief recommended approval. Councilman Gellert MOTION: moved, seconded by Councilman Clement to recommend approval of the liquor license application for the Harbor House Restaurant. The motion carried. The second application was from the Pizza Hut which is to be located at the northwest corner of 100th and Edmonds Way. The Police Chief had indicated approval of the applicant only, but expressed concerns with respect to the location and the parking and traffic problems that could occur there. The plans were not yet available and it was felt that perhaps consideration was a little premature. MOTION: Councilman Clement moved, seconded by Councilman Gellert that without plans we°cannot recommend approval of the license. Motiion carried. The third application was for the Denny's Restaurant to be constructed at the northwest corner of Highway 99 and 205th. It was noted that the restaurant is not in the City of Edmonds, but that the parking lot is. The Police Chief said that he has advised the Liquor Control Board of this. CORRESPONDENCE Mayor Harrison said that he was in receipt of a letter from Metro regarding a third extension of the basic transportation agreement. The agreement now in effect will expire on the 3`lst of October. Metro has stated that, ''they'.wil1, continue services to the city until such time as the, agreement can MOTION: be drafted. Following some brief comments, Councilman Clement moved, seconded by Councilman Gellert that the Mayor write a letter to Metro -agreeing with position stated in their letter of the 27th of October. Motion carried. FURTHER REPORT FROM GOLF COURSE COMMITTEE WITH CONCEPTUAL STUDY Mayor Harrison stroduced the subject by reading a portion of some material from a firm of golf course architects which indicated that a golf course could be a significant contributor to public recreation, open space, aesthetics, etc. The City Planner, Joe Wallis, then reviewed a schematic drawing which had been placed on the bulletin board. The drawing shoed a 9-hole course with a "Tot - lot", equestrian trails, pro shop, tennis courts, etc. included. Councilman Clement wondered how this fit in with the recent survey which indicated citizen preference for "non -development". Harold Anderson, co-chairman of the Golf Course Committee, said that they plan for this to be a multi -purpose recreation facility.. He said that they.belfev.e the purpose is to preserve the open space but -with a useful purpose. He presented some figures'`on-the cost of construction, operation and the profit margin for several courses in the State. Mr. Santeford of Brier Junior High School and Arnold Bowsher from Madrona Junior High School spoke in favor of the project and commented that this is the only Class A School District that does not have participation in a golf program. They thought consideration should be for a well=rounded program which does include golf. Tom Berry, 8432 Olympic View Drive, a member of the Golf Course Study Committee, said that the Committee is asking for a resolution to.be forwarded from the Edmonds City Council to the County asking that the City of Edmonds be permitted to proceed with planning and developement of a multi -purpose recreational facility, which includes a golf course. Mrs. Ann Derleth, 8223 Frederick Place, felt that there should be no council action when there has been no public hearing held of this matter. She said that she participated in the survey and did not feel that this developement was in keeping with the results of the wishes of the people responding to the survey. Dennis Derickson also agreed with Mrs. Derleth and felt that there should be no intensive development. He suggested that there are other sites in South Snohomish County that could be looked at, and he also indicated that this could be a County -wide effort. Keith LaBelle, a member of the Park Board, said that the Park Board has recommended against the golf course as they feel that any development should be in conjunction with the County and in conjunction with development needs. Following some more discussion, Councilman Anderson said that if the city were to embark on this sort of project he would like to take a long look at the kind of money that would be generated. He also felt that it should be well adver".tised; that he would like to see the last official action taken by the Edmonds Park Board and also felt we should have'some kind of opinion as to whether a golf course would be compatible with the kind of agreement under which this land was accepted by the County as part of their park plan. Rod Garretso said that this should be an official request from the Council as to that determination. Councilman i, Welling commented that we"should develop some short and long-range goals and reminded council that we just committee ourselves last week to some participation in a recreation district. Councilman Gellert felt that our bonding consultants should also take a look at the matter. Mr. Alsaker, 17020 Talbot Road, commented that he would like to have facilities for jogging and he also felt the road system could not handle the increased traffic from such a development as a golf course. There was further discussion and the council felt that there should be a hearing or presentation before the Edmonds Park Board and that there then should be joint public hearings involving the Edmonds City MOTION: Council and the County. Councilman Clement then moved seconded by Councilman Gellert that we have a public hearing on the 25th of November concerning development of the County Park Property into a multi -use recreational facility and that it be well publicized and that the Snohomish County Park Department be'invited to attend and that we develop an opinion concerning the legality of the use of the property for that purpose and that the City Attorney write a letter to the IAC`.regarding the legality. Discussion followed regarding the possibility of sending out a questionnaire in the utility billings asking the residents what their opinions are with respect to the development of this property. The Mayor suggested that he and the Park and Recreation Director work up the questionnaire and submit it to the council before it is to go out to the public. Councilwoman Shippen favored AMEND: appointment of a citizen's committee to look into the entire matter. Councilman Gellert moved to amend to add that at that public hearing we consider the feasibility and the possible wording of a general questionnair to be placed before the citizens. The amendment was voted upon and carried following a roll call vote with Clement, Shippen and Bruns voting against and the remaining members voting in favor. The main motion also carried following a roll call vote with Welling, Shippen and MOTION: Bruns voting against and the others voting in favor. Councilman Anderson then moved, seconded by Councilman Clement that the Edmonds Park and Recreation Advisory Committee hear this matter at their next regularly scheduled meeting: Motion carried. • CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY John Wallace, the City Attorney, introduced Wayne Tanaka who has just joined the firm of Ogden, Ogden and Murphy which represents the'City of Edmonds. Mr. Wallace said that Mr. Tanaka will be working into the Traffic Court at this time and then will be brought into the broader overall Edmonds MOTION: work load. Councilman Nordquist moved, seconded by Councilman Anderson for the confirmation of,:the appointment of'Wayne Tanaka as Deputy City Attorney. Motion carried. SHELL PARK PRD - FINAL APPROVAL Councilman Gellert stated that since the last hearing on this matter his company has received a loan from Pioneer First Federal Savings and Loan which is the parent company of Puget Sound Service Corpor- ation. The'City Attorney has advised him that he does not have to disqualify himself and he would not unless the other members of the council wished him to do so. They did not. The City Planner stated that the council had before them a draft of the PRD Ordinance. He said that Mr. Larson, the City Engineer, has indicated that there are about $170,000 in bond guarantees estab- lished by the applicant. He sai.d-that there are some stipulations concerning the restrictions of development of the lower helf until such time as the street or other fire protection measures are met. There was a.brief review of the streets in the area.wiW t'he Engineer answering questions. Jurgen Sauerland from Reid, Middleton said that his firm`is'wo'rking"on 'acq`'O ring the Darlington easement for emergency access for fire equipment. The council reviewed the plans and discussed sidewalks in the area. Councilman Clement questioned the safety of the children in the vicinity. The Police Chief said that walkways are safer and that it does not neces-arily have to be a side- walk. Mr. Wallis, the City Planner, said that a gravel or cinder walkway would be appropriate. Councilman Gellert moved, seconded by Councilman Anderson to pass Ordinance #1797 with the provision that the maps read that Shell Park Road should be named Shell Valley Road and that there be a 4' minimum gravel or cinder walkway down one side of Pioneer Way. Motion carried unanimously. ® - AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT RE/HCD Mayor Harrison read a letter from the City Attorney wherein Mr. Wallace cautioned the council that at such a time as the city contract for the completion of the work a clause must be inserted in the bid specifications and in the contract, that the obligation of the city•is dependent upon receipt of HUD funds. If fu'nds�.are not I.received for some reason, the -city should be released from any con - MOTION:. tractual liability... Councilman`'And &son moved, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen.to,athorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with the.Board of County Commissioners, an interlocal agreement, for MOTION: undertaking community development project. Carried. Councilwoman Shippen then moved that the Mayor be authorized.to sign an interlocal agreemdnt that Edmonds may join together with other units of general purpose local government to qualify Snohomish County as an urban county for 1976 Housing .and Community Development Act funds. Councilman Anderson seconded and the motion carried. APPROVAL OF FINAL PLAT OF HANLEYWOOD The City Engineer,:Leif Larson, said that the plat is as approved on a preliminary basis by the council. He�said that two covenants have been added.' One is for the maintenance of the island by the lots adjoining it and the other covers drainage. He said that they feel that the City should be held harmless from any drainage problems resulting from the development. Councilman Anderson MOTION: moved, seconded by Councilman Nordquist to give final approval for the_ Plat of Hanleywood. Motion carried. FURTHER REPORT AND DISCUSSION ON STREET SWEEPING SERVICES Herb Gilbo, Director of Public Works, reviewed a written report which had been submitted to Mayor and Council regarding the actual costs for sweeping services in 1974 and 1975 and'the proposed in 1976, both in-house and the proposal for outside services.' The proposal and the figures were dis- cussed with Councilman Gellert commenting that he was concerned about the budget and thought perhaps • it would.be necessary to provide less than a desireable level of'service. In this regard the amount of street sweeping miles was considered and it was proposed that alternates be incorporated in the MOTION: bid for'fewer sweeping miles. Councilman Gellert moved, seconded by -Councilman Anderson to authorize the Public Works Director to.go to bid on contract sweeping per his proposal with alternates in serveral increments down to one-half of his proposal. Motion carried. AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS ON DIESEL FUEL FOR 1976 Mr.' Gilbo requested permission to go to' bid for the 1976 diesel fuel requirements for the City of MOTION: Edmonds for 1976. Following some discussion, Councilman Nordquist moved, seconded by Councilman Anderson to go to bid 'for approximately 75,000 gallons of diesel fuel and that the bid date be November 18th and that the price per gallon include sales tax and the bid be on a standard City of Edmonds bid form and be received by the City Clerk. Motion carried. AMENDMENT TO RENTAL OF HALL ORDINANCE'RE/SINGLE PERMIT FOR GROUPS LEASING FOR ONE YEAR. MOTION: Councilman Anderson moved, seconded by Councilwoman Shippen that Ordinance #1798' be passed. Motion carried. FIRST READING: PROPOSED ORDINANCE DECREASING THE SPEED LIMIT ON OLYMPIC VIEW DRIVE FROM PUGET DRIVE TO PERRINVILLE. First reading was had on the above -entitled ordinance. Second reading will be at the November 4, 1975 meeting. 346 FIRST READING: AMENDMENT TO BUILDING HEIGHT ORDINANCE a rI MOTION: MOTION MOTION: Mayor Harrison said that he has invited Don Westlin and Sam Saindon to participate in this discussion. Mayor Harrison said that one item of concern was perhaps including the elevator penthouse in the building height'. The Building Official said that our requirements may be too restrictive, especially as it applies to three story buildings which may have elevators. He said that he would recommend that consideration be given to allowing an elevator to penetrate the buiding height envelope. It was thought that 2-1/2 feet to 3' would be sufficient. Don Westlin, architect, explained the situation with regard to elevators. There was a brief discussion on the Planning Commission action on this, and the attorney pointed out that when something is directed to the Commission for study'by the Council, they must act on it and forward their recommendation by resolution to the Council whether'it is accepted, rejected or modified. Larry Naughten, 729 Laurel, a member of the Planning Commission, felt that they were premature -in acting on -this before the Comprehensive Policy Plan was approved'. He felt the Policy Plan should be approved by the council before getting into the building heights. Mr. Naughten also felt that the height should be restricted to RS-6 and RS-8 to 25'. The Mayor said.that sometimes trees restrict view also, and Mr. Naughten said perhaps this could also'be incorporated into the ordinance. The City Attorney noted that the council will review the resolution from the Planning Commission next week. Councilman Gellert moved, seconded by Councilman Nordquist that we refer to the Planning Commission the question of the elevator penthouse and the chimney protrusions for multiple dwellings. Motion carried. SECOND READING: PROPOSED ORDINANCE RE/FUNERAL PROCESSIONS Councilman Anderson moved,'seconded by Councilman Nordquist to pass Ordinance.#1799. Motion carried. DISCUSSION ON COUNCIL SALARIES Councilman Nordquist moved, seconded by Councilman Anderson to postpone this item until next week • and that it be placed early on the agenda. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 11:30 PM to the Mayor's Office for an executive session. If VAIRE E VARNEY MORAN �ityClerk November.4, 1975 f H. H. HARRISON, Mayor ROLL CALL The regular meeting of the.Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor Harve Harrison at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers at the Edmonds Civic Center with all council members present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the meeting of the 28th of October had been posted, mailed and distributed and with no omissions nor corrections were approved as written. COUNCIL PARTICIPATION Councilman Clement announced, that he would not be present at the council meeting of the 18th of November. Mr. Clement said that in going over some papers he came across some CDC Minutes with respect to • a proposed ordinance on catapillars and he thought we should proceed on this before Spring. Coun- cilman Anderson said we should also do something about "pea patches". MAA Ron Whaley said that something is -being included in*the preliminary budget. Councilman Gellert mentioned a letter which had been received .fromlthe Edmonds Employee Association regarding implementation of portions of the Affirmative Action Program. They -indicated that there is very little chance for advancement from within the organization. Mr. Gellert said that he would like to point out for the record that the council recently advanced Mrs. Crosby to the position of Finance Director and that some time ago Chief Foster was advanced to Chief from within the depart- ment and the Data Processing Supervisor was also advanced from within the organization. Mayor Harrison said that it is the policy of.the City of Edmonds to advance from within whenever possible. There was some general discussion with Councilman Gellert commenting that opportunities for ad- vancement come from three areas, growth; job turnover and retirement. He said that the City has not grown any more than about 2,000 in the past five years, and fortunately we have not had a large personnel turnover. He said that in the case of retirement, he feels that there have been opportunities from within. Councilman Gellert said that a city with as low a turnover rate as the City of Edmonds has, cannot justify a full-time personnel director. Mr. Whaley said that he feels the Affirmative Action Program is being followed, and that for the few vacancies that have occurred they have been advertised even beyond what is required in the Plan. One of the other things that was attended to at the earliest moment was the Employee Rules and REgulations which the Council reviewed at their last work meeting. He said they have also been working on equalization of fringe benefits. Mr. Whaley said that he has on his desk at the present time a rough draft of a method of employee goal setting. Councilman Nordquist inquired about the format for the budget hearings. Fie said that in years past the Council has met with the department heads and discussed their needs. The Finance Director said the the preliminary budget document would hopefully be ready on this coming;Friday. Councilman Gellert asked that the document be delivered so that they will have time to review it before any budget discussions take place. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN GELLERT TO SET LJ