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19841016 City Council Minutes• October 16, 1984 .' The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Larry Naughten in the Plaza Meeting Room of the Edmonds Library. All present joined in the flag salute. PRESENT Larry Naughten, Mayor Jo -Anne Jaech Steve Dwyer Laura Hall Bill Kasper John Nordquist Lloyd Ostrom Jack Wilson Suzanne Adams, Student Rep. STAFF PRESENT Pat LeMay, Personnel Director Steve Simpson, Parks & Recreation Director Duane Bowman, Assistant Planner Jim Jessel, Property Manager Art Housler, Administrative Services Director Dale Schroeder, Engineering Coordinator Dan Prinz, Police Chief Jack Weinz, Fire Chief Bobby Mills, Acting Public Works Superintendent Jackie Parrett, City Clerk John Wallace, City Attorney Scott Snyder, City Attorney Shirlie Witzel, Recorder Mayor Naughten announced a brief Executive Session to follow the regular Council meeting. Councilmember Nordquist was not present during the first portion of the Council meeting, arriving at 8:40 p.m. during discussion of Item 4, Surplus Real Estate Property. CONSENT AGENDA • Item (D), Proposed Ordinance 2462 Levying 1/4% Excise Tax on Real Estate Sales, was removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Hall abstained from voting on the October 9, 1984 minutes because she had not been present at that meeting. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. The approved items on the Consent Agenda included the following: (A) Roll call. (B) Approval of minutes of October 9, 1984. (C) Set date of November 5, 1984 for hearing on appeal.of Hearing Examiner decision re Accessory Dwelling Unit at 20819 88th P1. W. (Appellant: Scott/CU-52-84) (E) Passage of Resolution 604 setting hearing date of November 5, 1984 on proposal to vacate unopened right-of-way of 104th Ave., south of 228th St. S.W. (ST-3-84/Applewick) (F) Authorization to accept quit claim deeds forconstruction of Sea Vista P1. (LID 212) COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO MOVE ITEM (D) OF THE CONSENT AGENDA TO FOLLOW ITEM 7 FOR DISCUSSION. MOTION CARRIED. AUDIENCE Jim Morrow, 19243 94th Ave. W., representing the Chamber of Commerce, reported on the Main Street Center program. He expressed their disappointment that Edmonds was not chosen as one of the first five cities for the program. He described the continuing interest of both public and private com- mitment and the resolution passed at the Chamber of Commerce meeting on October 11 advocating con- tinuation of the program and pledging $1000 for that purpose. He noted that assistance and re- sources may be available to cities other than the five that were selected; he will know more about that after meeting with the President of the Washington State Historic Preservation Association. He invited the Council to attend the next regular meeting of the Chamber when the available resources should be outlined. The Chamber may also be apprised of the reasons for Edmonds' nonselection at that meeting. HEARING ON CHASE LAKE PROPERTY ACQUISITION Property Manager Jim Jessel reviewed the history of this project. He said a meeting with neighbors revealed support for establishment of a park; however, concern was expressed about.the City coming into the neighborhood with trucks and municipal storage. Mr. Jessel read portions of a letter from Frank Wykoff, of the County Community Development and Planning Department, suggesting the City annex the property following purchase. He also had received a letter from Vern Brower of the County Public Works Department suggesting the City participate with the County in resolution of the drain- age problems in the area by constructing an open channel across the property. The letter said the County has no money for the purpose and no authority to enter private property to solve this drainage problem. Mr. Jessel recommended that the Topsoil property be purchased for a local park and municipal storage purposes. He suggested a committee of local residents be appointed to provide the required design sensitivity with general criteria being: (1) One-half of the property being devoted to park/open space needs, (2) One-half of the property be developed for materials storage needs. Since.the City is in a better position to determine the facility needs than the County, it is also recommended that the property be annexed into the City by vote of the Council this evening. City Attorney Scott Snyder interjected that the recommendation should be to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance to annex the property. Mr. Jessel continued that the conditional use permit process through the County should be discontinued and be pursued through the City processes. He recommended that the City Attorney be authorized to draft an ordinance proposing concurrent zoning to allow municipal storage and a park. Mr. Jessel then displayed a facility design for the property. In response to questions.from the Council, he said the noted easements on • i 0 October 16', 1984 - continued • the property were never granted but were sought by the County for a drainage trench and access to the trench by.trucks. He also noted that the estimated cost of the trench by the County totalled $3,000 and the trench would be secured. The City's responsibility would be limited to the Chase Lake property and neighboring properties would provide their own drainage solutions. He said a Public Safety Building would not be precluded from the property by development of municipal storage. Councilmember Dwyer asked if the County had indicated that the necessary permits would .not be granted. Mr. Jessel said the County feels it would be better for the City to go through its own system; in addition, the application could not be heard by the Hearing Examiner until mid -January, which is after expiration of the Earnest Money Agreement.. He said he has no indication that Mr. Brown would be agreeable to an extension of the Agreement. Parks and Recreation Director Steve Simpson described a neighborhood park as defined by Recreation Park and Open Space Standards and Guidelines from National Recreation and Parks Association. He displayed a transparency of the City with current neighborhood parks highlighted, emphasizing the need for such a park in the Chase Lake area. He said the proposed park would provide this service. In response to a question from Councilmember Dwyer, Acting Public Works Superintendent Bobby Mills said this property is one possibility for municipal storage, needed for the last three years. He rated the site as being 8 on a.scale of 1 - 10. He said it would be a 10, if it were located within the City, and it would serve the needs of the Public Works Department. Mayor Naughten opened the public. hearing, limiting testimony to two minutes for each speaker. Stephanie Harris, 8523 224th St. S.W., read a letter signed by nine property owners adjacent to Chase Lake. The letter was a compilation of opinions expressed during a recent meeting of citizens of Esperance. A University of Washington Biology Department study was described that extends over several years. The letter indicated the concern of the residents for preservation of the unique features of the area. There was also concern expressed because ofthe flooding problems of the area. The letter said an injunction exists against Snohomish County for repair of the surface drainage system. The letter indicated that most, but not all, neighbors were agreeable to the City buying the land. There were several concerns: noise pollution, truck traffic, and gasoline and chemical pollution of the lake. The letter also expressed citizen dislike of fire stations, buildings with paved areas and storage of heavy City equipment on the property. Cari Stammen, 22032 83rd Ave. W., did not favor City purchase of the property. She cited the small size of the proposed park with a trench running through it, the use of the County road by City equipment (resulting in damage to be repaired by the County), the noise generated by City trucks during the early morning hours when snow falls and the increased traffic as her reasons for opposing this project. She also asked if just the property in question would be annexed or if adjoining properties would be included.. .Mayor Naughten assured her that only the proposed property purchase would be annexed unless other property owners wish to annex also. Victor Schultz, 8305 224th St. S.W., read a letter to which was attached a petition signed by 61 residents of the Chase Lake area. Mr. Schultz's letter reviewed the unpleasant characteristics of the area that have been endured by residents of the area for the past several years and viewed the current Edmonds' proposal as a continuation of the same. The letter expressed opposition to location -of maintenance and equipment storage on this site; although the neighborhood would welcome use as parkland and a solution to the surface water drainage problems of the area. Mr. Schultz added that the petition supported acquisition of the property by Snohomish County and/or School District #15 but opposed acquisition by the City of Edmonds. Paul Kirkland, 8405 221st St. S.W., did not believe the County plans, for solution of the drainage problem mentioned earlier in the evening, were adequate. He favored a solution to the flooding of the lake and a lowering of the lake level but sees a need for a holding basin to contain the flood waters. He said the level of the lake has risen above the fence installed by the School District in 1976. He would support purchase of the property by the City, if the City is willing to resolve the . issues that have been raised. In response to a question from the Council, Mr. Kirkland said the level of the lake had risen as a result of the operations of the topsoil company. R. F. Williams, 22208 82nd P1. S.W., indicated his primary concern is the drainage problems of the area. He does not oppose purchase of.the property by the City for use as a park and storage facili- ty. He noted that truck traffic should not exceed what is already there. He had been told by the County that their County -wide Drainage Program was not viable and said the four pieces of property directly east of the property are most affected by the drainage problems. It was his understanding that part of the property on the east had been designated as wetlands by the State Game and Wildlife Department.' He also expressed surprise that a 4'x4' ditch would be run through the center of a developed park. In response, Mr. Jessel said the County proposal was for installation of a ditch because of the economies involved. An alternative would be use of a pipe in the ground; however, a pipe would have to be cleaned.periodically because of the organic material. Mr. Jessel said this would be a design detail to be resolvedby the Parks Department and the community. In response to„a question from the Council, Mr. Jessel said the County has no money to participate in solution of the drainage problem on private property. Maybelle Chapman, 20915 Hillcrest P1., commented on the improved Council meeting chambers as compared to earlier facilities. She spoke on behalf of the Edmonds Unitarian Church located at 8109 224th St. S:W. and said the church was not directly affected by the acquisition question but was affected by the drainage problems that originate in the Chase Lake area. She strongly urged the Council to,acquire the property and develop it as proposed, since this would be a asset to the entire area. Mike Johnson, 606 Edmonds Way, disagreed with the proposed purchase of the property. He would like to see an environmental impact statement filed on the property since there would be quite a bit of • October 16, 1984 - continued change in the area. He said he saw nothing wrong with the present location of the public utilities of the city and believed any storage planned for the Chase Lake property could be combined with the treatment plant. Jean Carter, 22031 84th Ave. W., concurred with previous statements. If the City purchases the property for use as a park and helps the environment and drainage, she would support acquisition. She does not want an increase of.traffic and opposes.the municipal storage area. Cari Stammen, previously identified, asked the Council to stand in the middle of the Chase Lake property on a rainy day and make their decision. Since no one else wished to speak, Mayor Naughten closed the public hearing. In response to questions from Councilmember Jaech, Mr. Jessel said the property is currently zoned RS-8 and the current topsoil company is a grandfathered use. In response to Council questions, Mr. Mills said the current storage problem has existed before the swimming pool was installed at Yost Park and reviewed the various locations that have been used for the storage of these materials. He said the Park Board has recommended that a.location other than the City Park parking lot be found for this storage. Use of a portion of the Chase Lake property for storage of the materials would provide a location on top of the hill resulting in a dollar savings to the community. Storage facilities on Highway 99 would cost too much, he added. Councilmember Jaech expressed concern with the purchase of the property because it is not within the City limits and it is not zoned for the proposed use. ,She feels the present project would.not be in keeping with the.City's priorstance when Lake Ballinger residents felt that lake was threatened by a proposal to locate a bus barn there. She would.like to learn more about the -University of • Washington study that has been.conducted and agrees that an environmental impact study should be done. She recognized the need for a storage facility and suggested that the property at Perrinville be discussed if property on top the hill is needed. She expressed doubt that the cost of resolving the drainage problems would not exceed what had been estimated. She said this was a larger problem than the Council had anticipated and there are questions that should be addressed before a decision is made. Councilmember Dwyer would support a proposal for further study of the project. He said it is unrealistic for the residents of the area concerned to expect the property would be devoted entirely to park purposes. He agreed there is a need for Public Works storage and believes a logical loca- tion is the Chase Lake property but is concerned about.some of the issues raised this evening. Councilmember Hall suggested that formation of a citizens committee as recommended by Mr. Jessel would be a good idea. She also expressed concern about the drainage problems and would like to see a more parklike setting. However, she would be.concerned about what might be built on the property if the City does -not utilize it as proposed. She noted that drainage problems would be increased if homes.were built there. Councilmember Kasper said the proposed project would be an optimum solution for both sides. The current use is being exhausted and he would envision over 50% of the site being declared open space,, with 10-15% for parking and 30%.for Public Works use. He doubted the County would ever acquire the property and solve,the drainage problems and feared the lake would be left in limbo if the northern portion of the property were sold and developed. He said purchase of a third or a quarter the size of this property in an already zoned area would cost as much as the Chase Lake property. Further study is warranted and he expressed interest in the property for the proposed use. Councilmember Ostrom agreed that further study was needed and approved involvement of area residents on a committee. He would not favor..a storage facility if the majority of the people want a park. If a committee recommends a combination park and storage facility, he would support such a proposal. Councilmember Dwyer would like to determine if any other.governmental entity would purchase the land for use as a park; however, he believes that is not a likely possibility. He asked Mr. Jessel what could reasonably be expected to be built on the property if the City did not purchase the property. Mr. Jessel replied that Mr. Brown has received other offers from builders; therefore, it would be reasonable to assume they would plan to build houses: It is possible, he said, that 6-12 houses could be built on the northern section. Mr. Jessel conjectured that houses with engineered foundations could be built in the middle.section. Councilmember Wilson said Edmonds would be a good .neighbor in the proposed area and would enhance the property. SINCE THE COUNCIL HAS DECIDED TO BUY THE PROPERTY AND THE CITY WOULD BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR AND ENHANCE THE PROPERTY, WOULD HELP THE DRAINAGE, ESTABLISH A SMALL PARK AND PROVIDE MUNICIPAL STORAGE, COUNCILMEMBER WILSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER FOR DISCUSSION, THAT THE CITY PURCHASE THE PROPERTY. Councilmember Kasper asked if the rezone of the property for municipal storage would be included in the motion.. Mr. Wilson agreed. Councilmember Hall asked if a provision for a committee were included in the motion or if the regular planning and engineering contacts with neighbors would suffice. Councilmember Wilson said he envisioned no need for a committee. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN WITH COUNCILMEMBERS HALL, KASPER, AND WILSON VOTING YES; COUNCILMEMBERS JAECH, DWYER, AND OSTROM VOTING 10, RESULTING.IN A TIE VOTE. City Attorney Scott Snyder interpreted the motion to indicate an intention to.proceed with acquisition of the property, which is not an issue upon which the Mayor may exercise his vote to break the tie. Councilmember Kasper noted that the Mayor exercised his vote last week in a similar motion resulting in a tie vote. Mr. Snyder explained that that motion was to.amend a main motion, was not a vote on the final motion itself, but a parliamentary motion. City Attorney John Wallace said the motion was for instruction of preparation of an ordinance and was not the adoption of an ordinance, therefore would .not be in one of the proscribed areas. 0 October 16, 1984 - continued COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON,'TO REQUEST THE STAFF TO NEGOTIATE AN EXTENSION TO.THE PRESENT OPTION, OR EXECUTE AN OPTION IF NONE EXISTS, TO PURSUE. THE REZONING OF THIS PROPERTY EITHER THROUGH THE COUNTY OR THROUGH THE PRE -ANNEXATION ZONING OF THE CITY WITH AN ANNEX- ATION INTENT, THAT AT LEAST 50% OF'THE PROPERTY BE DEVOTED TO PARK OR OPEN SPACE, THE OTHER HALF FOR CITY STORAGE USE AND PARKING. Mr.:Snyder reviewed.the annexation zoning procedure established by ordinance. He said by statute the property could be acquired and then could be annexed by ordi- nance; the City Council is not required to assign any zoning, but would be required to put it in a zone where a conditional use could be considered for the property proposed as municipal storage. The minimum zone that would permit the use would be multi -family. Councilmember Kasper mentioned use of a municipal zone and of an open space. He said they have the right to go through the process on any annexation, predetermining what the zoning will be. Mr. Snyder said in terms of acquisition of the property there is no requirement under the statute to settle these other matters prior to purchase. Councilmember Jaech said buying property and arbitrarily rezoning it to accommodate City needs is high-handed in her opinion. She reiterated her concern about the other studies and questions that have been raised and should be.examined prior to purchase. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER JAECH VOTING NO. REVIEW AND AUTHORIZATION TO SELL SURPLUS REAL ESTATE PROPERTY Mr. Jessel described the three parcels of surplus property listed on the memo before the Council. He said these properties are easily defined, have the least possibility of neighborhood objection and reasonably could be sold. Moneys realized would go into the general fund. He displayed slides of the property.located at 76th and 242nd and two lots at 200th & 84th. .Councilmember Jaech ex- pressed concern about the high wall on the property at 76th and 242nd being a sight problem. Mr. Jessel said the 7-Eleven adjacent to.the property is the logical purchaser but any developer would • be responsible for plans for use of the property, the City would just quit claim their interest. Mr. Jessel referred to a letter from GTE expressing interest in purchasing a 100'x 100' piece.of property at Yost Park, which he said was available. He indicated that the minimum purchase price for the first three properties should be $20,000 and suggested they be auctioned by sealed bids. Mayor Naughten noted that sale of the three properties would place the property on the tax rolls and would bring in from $600-$700 annually. In response to a question from Councilmember Jaech, Mr. Jessel said the latest appraisal on the property was made in 1980. In establishing a minimum value of $20,000 and asking for sealed bids, he said, the.high bidder would be establishing the appraisal price, in essence, and would save the City $1000 in appraisal fees. Councilmember Jaech said the Council is entrusted with managing the financial property of the citizens of Edmonds. She cited the Allard case in which a trust department of a major bank sold property without an appraisal and was sued in court. In. like manner, the Council has the same type of trust, she said, and should obtain an appraisal in order to do a good job. She also recommended that a public hearing be held before the property is offered for. sale. Mr. Snyder said the Allard property should have been appraised or placed on the open market. In. this case, the authorization under the ordinance would be to establish a minimum price and authorize the City Clerk to post and publish a notice of a bid in the newspaper. Councilmember Kasper said any lot in town, unless there are grade problems, would be worth a minimum of $25,000 and said a minimum bid, sealed auction would be the best approach. He said no offers were.received two -or three years ago and does not believe the market has changed materially. Mr. Jessel said he could not perceive of any problem in selling the property on 200th & 84th. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER DWYER, TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PURPOSE THAT THESE THREE PROPERTIES WILL BE PLACED ON PUBLIC AUCTION BY SEALED BID FOR CASH IN NINETY DAYS WITH 10% CASH.DEPOSIT, THAT FUNDS BE PLACED IN THE PARK RESERVE FUND FOR USES TO BE DETERMINED, SUCH AS CHASE LAKE, ETC., WITH MINIMUM BIDS TO BE ESTABLISHED AT $20,000 EACH. Mr. Wallace interjected that parcels 1 and 2 are part of the LID Guaranty fund and all proceeds must go into that fund. He said excess money in .the LID Guaranty fund could be transferred to the general fund. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER AMENDED HIS MOTION TO STATE "IF THE FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE LID GUARANTY FUND", AGREEABLE TO SECOND. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST ABSTAINING. Councilmember Nordquist had arrived during discussion of the question. DISCUSSION OF TRAFFIC CIRCLES Engineering Coordinator Dale Schroeder outlined the City of Seattle traffic circle program. He said their program had been in effect for five years and 150 traffic circles have been installed.. The Seattle staff feels the circles have been effective in reducing speeds within a two block radius of the circles. Mr. Schroeder reviewed the procedure used by Seattle for selection of neighborhoods in which to install circles. He then displayed slides of several existing circles in Seattle, which cost from $3,000-5,000 each. In response to questions from the Council, Mr. Schroeder said the curbing, signing,�installation of necessary buttons in the intersection and plantings are all included in the cost. He noted that the street asphalt or concrete must.be removed if landscaping is included in the circle, but noted that Seattle does not maintain the plantings, that is done by a designated resident. Councilmember Jaech thought the traffic circles were a great idea and could be utilized in various areas.of the City. She thought it would be good if the people in the Ballinger area wanted to test them. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST, TO AUTHORIZE is • October 16, 1984 - continued EXPENDITURE OF $5,000 FROM FUND 112 TO INSTALL ONE TRAFFIC CIRCLE AT AN INTERSECTION IN THE LAKE BALLINGER AREA SINCE THEY ARE INTERESTED AND HAVE HAD NUMEROUS DISCUSSIONS. Councilmember Nordquist asked the City Attorney what l.iability the City has duri.ng the winter and for speeding traffic, if the circle were installed at the base of a hill. Mr. Snyder said the City has general liability for road design; installation of a circle would be no worse nor any greater than any other item placed in the street, except these circles are not covered by the normal standards. Mr. Schroeder said there are no statewide standards. Councilmember Hall suggested that there are two traffic circles in existence within the City that could be used for a study. She said the circle in Emerald Hills has been hit by cars during icy weather but it is sculpted so cars do get around it. She believes the circle has been effective in reducing speeding at that intersection. Councilmember Ostrom asked if the motion was intended to include a six month testing period and re- evaluation at that time. Councilmember Jaech said she does not believe a testing period is needed. Councilmember Kasper questioned installation of other than a temporary circle until the effective- ness is known. He also suggested that four stop signs could effectively achieve the same result. He does not oppose trying the circles but would like them installed on a temporary basis and re- evaluated. Councilmember Jaech interjected that the Council had been advised by staff that stop signs are not a practical solution for reducing speed. Councilmember Kasper asked if a 40' right-of-way could support a circle. Mr. Schroeder said the smaller circles are used on narrow roads and are nego- tiated by traffic. Mayor Naughten advised the Council that two people had signed up to speak on this matter. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED,. SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER JAECH, TO ACCEPT PUBLIC COMMENT ON THIS • QUESTION.AND SUSPEND THE PRIOR..MOTION UNTIL AFTER INTERESTED PARTIES HAVE SPOKEN. MOTION CARRIED. 0 1 Carol Chapman, 23321 76th Ave. W., President of the Lake Ballinger Community Club, read a letter that had been sent to the Council..- The letter expressed resident concern about the safety of residents in the Ballinger area and the increase of traffic problems. The letter requested approval of the concept of traffic safety islands, setting up specifications for construction and funding. The letter contained a suggestion that the intersection of 230th and 75th Ave. W. be used as a location for the traffic circle. Mayor Naughten said Ms. Chapman had presented a petition signed by 60 residents of the Ballinger area requesting a traffic circle at the intersection of 230th and 75th Ave. W. Bill Tarbot, 22930 75th Ave. W., described the problem that exists at 230th and 75th and does not believe a temporary circle will accomplish the purpose intended. Mr. Tarbot described the speeds that have been witnessed in this area and the poorly designed line curve. He said the problem seems to be caused bythe by-pass.traffic for the I-5 freeway who do not want to turn at 228th and 76th. He requested installation of 20 mph speed sign postings. He said the City has been placed in a double jeopardy situation in that the curve is poorly designed, a fatality could result and a class action suit could be filed.against the City. Mr. Tarbot described the danger the children in the area face each day. Gerald Blevins, 7427 230th S.W., confirmed the observations presented by Mr. Tarbot and agreed with Councilmember Kasper that stop signs should be installed to control the speed in addition to the circle. In response to questions from the Council, Mr. Schroeder said Seattle had no information concerning the liability question; however., he assumed that there has been no problem since they are still installing the circles. He said stop signs are intended to require a stop because of a condition existing at that intersection, such as a sight condition, traffic, etc. Installation of stop signs to control speed causes the signs.to lose their effectiveness. Mayor Naughten closed the public input portion of the meeting. COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED TO AMEND THE ORGINAL MOTION TO INCLUDE A SIX MONTH TRIAL PERIOD AND USE OF A TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CIRCLE. MOTION TO AMEND DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. MAIN MOTION CARRIED. Because of the Council's concern for re-evaluation of the traffic circle, Council President Jaech asked that a report be made to the Council on the traffic circle during June of 1985. DISCUSSION OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND (325) AND FIREBOAT OPERATING FUND (624) COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED TO PLACE THESE ITEMS ON THE OCTOBER 23 AGENDA. MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO PLACE DISCUSSION OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND (325) ON.THE OCTOBER 23 AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. Fire Chief Jack Weinz explained that the surplus boat received from the Coast Guard has serious problems that must be corrected prior to use as a Fire/Rescue.Boat. There have been two funds established, the 624 Fund contains donated and other money for acquiring, operating and maintaining a fire boat and a total of $14,700 that was placed in the Contingency Fund to be used for special- ized training and equipment needed to operate the boat. Chief Weinz recounted the recommendations received from both marine architects and marine engineers to make the boat seaworthy and fit the needs of the City. There is enough money in the.624 fund to cover the necessary expenditures and he asked for the Council's authorization to expend those funds. 11 6 October 16, 1984 - continued . The Chief continued that the estimated annual cost of operation would be $10,000 which would have to be placed in the 624 fund for 1985. If the Council authorizes the above expenditures, he said, there will be a request on the Consent Agenda next week.to expend the balance now remaining of the original $14,700 in the contingency fund (approximately $10,000) for needed specialized equipment for the Fire/Rescue Boat. COUNCILMEMBER NORDQUIST MOV.ED,.SECONDED.BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO AUTHORIZE EXPENDITURE OF NECESSARY. FUNDS FROM THE 624 FUND FOR NEEDED WORK ON THE FIRE/RESCUE BOAT. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Naughten announced a recent pledge of $100 to the Fire/Rescue Boat Fund from John Chigaras. REPORT ON COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 504 OF THE REVENUE SHARING HANDICAPPED DISCRIMINATION REGULATIONS, AND PASSAGE OF PROPOSED.RESOLUTION 605 DECLARING THE POLICY OF THE CITY TO PROVIDE EQUAL ACCESS FOR ITS HANDICAPPED CITIZENS TO ITS EMPLOYMENT AND PROGRAMS AND SERVICES ;�, Personnel Director Pat LeMay made a change to the agenda memo before the Council. He said Item 4 should read "structural" instead of "non-structural" and.the word "all" should read "many." The City Attorney had advised Mr. LeMay that designation of handicapped parking is a structural change because you place signage, may have to .level and enlarge the parking for handicapped, and also such parking is related to making structures or buildings handicapped accessible. In contrast, he said, non-structural changes relate to making programs, services and activities handicapped accessible and these will be done as part of the compliance effort. He recommended the Council accept the report before them, adopt the resolution provided by the City Attorney's office and approve the attached grievance procedure. Councilmember Hall expressed pleasure that the City is complying since there is an October 17 deadline for action. UPON THE BASIS OF THE MEMO AND THE NEED FOR COMPLIANCE, COUNCILMEMBER HALL MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER.OSTROM, TO ACCEPT THE REPORT, ADOPT THE RESOLUTION PROVIDED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY AND APPROVE THE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. MOTION CARRIED. PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2462 LEVYING 1/4% EXCISE TAX ON REAL ESTATE SALES [Item (D) on Consent Agenda] • COUNCILMEMBER KASPER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WILSON, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 2462 WITH A S STIPULATION TO BE ATTACHED THAT NO FUNDS BE SPENT FOR THE CIVIC ATHLETIC FIELD, ALSO.KNOWN AS A PARK, UNTIL OLYMPIC AND WOODWAY SCHOOL.ALTERNATE RECREATION PROPOSALS ARE IN PLACE OR COMMENCING, AND FOR THE RECISION OF PART THREE OF THE MOTION ON OCTOBER 2, 1985 ON THIS SUBJECT. Councilmember Ostrom stated several reasons for not supporting the motion: 1. Tying the approach to the Playfield'to the Parks situation would result in disregarding the excellent citizens' report that was submitted on the Playfield. 2. Approving the Meadowdale and Civic Center project solves many of the problems that were addressed by the report from that committee. 3. It would be unfortunate if the Council should not keep faith with the committee by interjecting a totally undefined requirement at the Olympic Elementary School site. He is not opposed to the idea of a youth center as it has been described; however, there has.been no Council discussion of the pro- posal, therefore it is difficult to determine if the idea is practical or feasible. At this point, he said, there is an outstanding three year lease on the Olympic School property. He does not believe the Olympic School proposal should be used as a roadblock to the Council's original intention to further develop Civic Center and.Meadowdale Playfields. Councilmember Hall agreed the committee submitted a good study and is not willing or ready to throw it out. However, there have been some new variables introduced, she said, and believes the Civic Center Playfield is adequate now. She sees the Olympic School facility being used as a Family setting rather than exclusively for youth. She would not discard the report but would delay consideration until such time as the other variables have been considered. Councilmember Kasper said his position has been to maintain the Civic Center Field, improve the drainage, and replace the tennis court with another ballfield. However, use of the 1/4% tax for this field, removing lights and removing the track is not necessary. Olympic School should be explored first, and'.lights should..be erected at Woodway or Meadowdale, before removing them from Civic Center. Councilmember Jaech also failed to see the connection between the Civic Center Field and Olympic School. Due to the size of the Olympic School project,\it would be necessary to approach it as a bond issue. She said the Civic Center area is "easily accessible to youth activities as contrasted with other areas. The plans for the Civic Center Playfield would not decrease the capabilities of the Playfield, in fact it would be improved and the capabilities increased with addition of another ballfield. She said there have. been continuing problems with the area which would be resolved with the planned improvements. Therefore, she would not be in favor of the motion before the Council. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN WITH COUNCILMEMBERS HALL, KASPER AND WILSON VOTING YES; COUNCILMEMBERS JAECH, DWYER, NORDQUIST AND OSTROM VOTING NO. MOTION FAILED. COUNCILMEMBER OSTROM MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 2462. MOTION CARRIED. MAYOR Mayor Naughten asked the Council to submit names of citizens interested in serving on an Olympic School Task Force. He said the School District had suggested that the cost of an appraiser be shared and the Mayor asked the Council's wishes. After discussion, the Council asked that each entity have its own appraiser. The Mayor announced a Senior Awareness Program on October 17 at 10:00 a.m. at the Senior Center. Mayor Naughten proclaimed October 17, 1984 as Seniors Awareness Day in Edmonds. • October 16, 1984 - continued The Mayor said an application had been received from the Let's Eat Restaurant for a liquor license at 184 Sunset Ave. The Council had no objection and the application will be forwarded to the State with a recommendation for approval. Mayor Naughten reminded everyone of the UGN breakfast from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. tomorrow, October 17, in Edmonds City Park. The Mayor reported that he.had the pleasure of presenting awards at the Knowledge Bowl. Student Representative Suzanne Adams was a member of the team that placed second. He invited Ms. Adams to explain how the "Bowl" works. Ms. Adams said the program was organized by teachers in the School District with the competitions.held twice a year. This competition was among 72 teams from 29 schools, she said, with the three teams from Edmonds.High placing 2nd, 6th, and 8th. COUNCIL Ms. Adams asked the Council when the Youth Board would again be active. Mayor Naughten said appointments,.are currently being made with the first meeting planned for November. He advised that Ms. Adams would automatically be a member of the Board because of her position on the Council. Council President Jaech asked the Council's preference for location and date of the Spring Retreat. Of the two places suggested, Alderbrook and Sudden Valley, the Council selected Alderbrook as a location on April 26 and 27. COUNCILMEMBER JAECH MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, TO CLOSE THE AGENDA FOR THE OCTOBER 23 MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Dwyer requested that a discussion be scheduled during a work meeting regarding the • Council's policy on requests for Council endorsement on a particular point of view or political question. Councilmember Jaech suggested that subject might be addressed during the retreat since the Counc it will be dealing with City policies. This was agreeable with Councilmember Dwyer. The Council recessed to Executive Session at 9:55 p.m. to discuss legal and personnel matters, adjourning at 10:22 p.m. LARRY S. NAUGHTEN, Mayor