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Home My WebLink About1986 City Council MinutesDecember 16, 1985 - continued 735 Rezone Request between Commercial & Q and 34th $ 37th Streets Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on a request for rezone from Residential Medium to Commercial property located between 34th & 37th street and Commercial and Q Avenue. The petitioner wishes to construct a nursing home/retirement center in this area. A petition has been received opposing this rezone signed by 7 property owners in the area. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter and recommended denial as they felt there was a lack of demonstrated need to expand the Commercial zone. Comments were received from the audience and tape recorded for the record. Mayor Rice then closed the public hearing. This request was tabled for further study and will be considered again at the first meeting in January. (Mr. Separovich left the meeting at this time.) Anacortes Industrial Park Authority Ian Munce asked Council to authorize staff to proceed with the forma- tion of an Anacortes Industrial Park Authority. The industrial Authority would constitute a separate entity for the purpose of facilitating development of the urban renewal property. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that staff pursue the forma- tion of the Anacortes Industrial Park Authority. Vote: Ayes - Littlefield, Horn, Brown, Smith, Coleman. Motion carried. Voucher Approval Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer (City Clerk - Treasurer) as required by RCW 42.24.080, and those expense reim- bursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on warrant register which has been made available to the Council Committee. These vouchers are as follows: Claims Fund Month Voucher No. Total Amount October 507 - 565 $ 308,998.77 *567 - 822 November 823 - 1076 337,235.77 *566 Interest Bearing Registered Warrant Payroll October 524 - 775 197,317.98 November 776 - 1022 211,920.25 Mr. Coleman moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that as of December 16, 1985, the Council approve for payment those vouchers included in the above list. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Brown, Smith, Coleman, Littlefield. Motion carried, Mayor Rice stated an executive session would be held to discuss appointments to the Council, Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment. There being no further business he then adjourned the meeting at 9:50 P.M. to the executive session. 2n, xfe>IC.��onxecutive Secretary January 6, 1986 James Rice, Mayor 11a.yor Rice called. the meeting to order at 7; 3G P.M,Jerry McLntuxf, Skagit County Auditor, then swore.in newly, elected Council members Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock, Keri Brown, and Mayor, Tim Rice. Pastor Grenhover of the Salvation Army -offered the* invocation followed by Pledge of. Allegiance to the Flag. 736 January 6, 1986 - continued Appointment to Council Mt. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that Mr. Bill Stittbe appointed to fill Council Position No. 2 vacated by Bob Bellum. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Coleman, Separovich, Rock, Horn, Brown. Motion carried. Mr. McInturf then swore in Mr. Stitt. Roll call then found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Bud Rock, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith and Ken Brown. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Smith seconded the minutes of December 16, 1985 be approved as if read. Vote: Coleman,.Stitt, Separovich, Rock, Horn, Smith, Brown. Motion carried. Appointments Mayor Rice stated Dave Welk is appointed to the Planning Commission to fill the position vacated by Ben Root; Richard Dickison will fill Bud Rock's vacated position on the Board.of Adjustment; Nick Petrish, Sr. is reappointed to the Housing Authority Board and Kitty Huddleston is reappointed to the Library Board. Mr. Rock moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the appointments be approved. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Rock, Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman. Motion carried. Citizen Hearings Mr. Pres Holton inquired when the street light on Commercial Ave. at 6th and 8th streets would be fixed. Mayor Rice stated these lights are on a time sequence and it would be.too costly to change over to an automatic change according to traffic. Old Business Mayor Rice stated Item A under old business pertaining to Findings of Fact on Mavar's Skyline 21 Subdivision will be post poned until a future Council meeting; and as Mr. Stitt and Mr. Rock were not on Council when Item B (Zoning Ordinance Amendments), Item C (Rezone of Lot 5, Skyline Division 13) and Item D (Rezone of an area approximately between 34th and 37th and Commercial and Q Avenue), they would not participate in voting on'these issues. Zoning Code Amendments Ian Munce, Planning Director, reviewed the proposed zoning code amendments relating to rear yard setbacks on which a public hearing had been held on December 16th. After brief discussion Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that an ordinance be prepared, reflecting the proposed amendments, for adoption at the next regular Council meeting. Vote: Ayes- Separovich, Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman. Motion carried. Rezone Lot S, Skyline Division'13 Ian Munce reviewed the.proposed request for -rezone from Residential to Commercial Lot S, Skyline Division 13; which would allow expan- sion of ABC Charters boat sales. Mayor Rice stated he received one phone call and one letter after the public hearing was held on December 16th, both opposing the rezone. Mrs. Horn proposed a conditional rezone be considered with a 20' setback required for parking of cars only and the length of a boat not to exceed 251. Mrs. Smith stated, considering the history of the area and that it did begin as a commercial area, she was in favor of the rezone but would like a limitation of "trailerable small boats" which would give some flexibility and a 10' setback which would allow for sidewalks. Mr. Coleman suggested limiting the height of boats to 141 and width to 81, and Mayor Rice suggested limiting the area to parking of cars only. Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, stated enforcement of conditional rezones can be a problem for the City. Mr. Brown stated he was reluctant to re- strict a rezone but would allow a rezone with size restrictions. Mrs. Smith moved the rezone be granted with the stipulation that the applicant's usage be restricted to the parking of vehicles and the display of small trailerable boats and the area be land- scaped in a manner similar to Lot 6 with a 10' setback. Mr.. Brown seconded the motion. Mrs. Horn amended the motion to require a January 6, 1986 - continued 20' setback for car parking. Mr. Coleman seconded Vote on amendment: Ayes - Horn, Coleman. Nayes - Separovich. Motion failed. Vote on Mrs. Smith's Brown, Coleman, Horn, Smith. Nayes - Separovich. 737 the amended motion. Smith, Brown, motion: Ayes - Motion carried. Rezone Commercial & Q and 34th & 35th Street Ian Munce reviewed the proposed rezone from RM Zone to Commercial and alternative considered regarding the proposal. Mr. Meaker, petitioner, stated he wished to construct a retirement center and convalescent home along with professional offices in the area. Mr. Meaker stated the people owning property within the rezone area were definitely in favor of the rezone. Mayor Rice stated he wanted to make it clear that people who abutted the area were against the rezone. Mr. Coleman and Mrs. Horn agreed that an RH2A density would be more appropriate -for the proposal. Mr. Separovich stated his opposition to the proposal and concern over elderly people wandering onto the highway. Mr'. Brown stated because he felt this would be a continuous strip for the commercial zone he would move to grant the rezorie with a condition that the area south of the highway coming into town be for convalescent care, nursing house and professional offices. Mrs. Smith seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Brown. Nayes - Coleman, Separovich, Horn. Motion failed. 2MG Reservoir Bids Alan Dutcher, Engineering Supervisor, explained to Council where the 2 MG reservoir would be constructed and what the three schedules of construction involved. After review of the bids it was staff's recommendation that Contract Schedule A be awarded to Del Mar Con- struction of Tacoma and Contract Schedule B & C awarded to Cedar Ridge Construction. of Port Angeles for a total contract amount of $687,853.40 and that an administrative agreement between the two construction companies and the City be executed to coordinate con- struction, final inspection and to relinquish the right to claim additional compensation against the City for delays caused by the other contract. Mr. Dildine stated his opposition to the citizens of Anacortes having to pay for a Reservoir which would benefit the Skyline Subdivision. Mrs. Horn moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the Bids for Schedule A, B and C be accepted as recommended by City Engineering staff. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Rick, Horn, Smith, Brown. Motion carried. Grave Liner Bids Mayor Rice stated two bids were received by the Cemetery Department for Grave Liners, and it was staff's recommendation to accept the low bid of Cascade Concrete in the amount of $92.00 each. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the low bid of Cascade Concrete be accepted as recommended. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Rick, Horn, Smith, Brown. Motion carried. Interlocal Agreement City of Anacortes and Port of Anacortes Mayor Rice stated Council has before them an Interlocal Agreement between the Port and the City regarding a site for a possible future secondary sewer treatment plant. He thanked the Port of Anacortes for their cooperation in locating a possible site. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the concept contained in the proposed interlocal agreement be approved and staff be directed to enter into negotiations with the Port of Anacortes on the details. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman, Nayes - Rock. Mr. Rock stated he has not seen a map of the area and would have reservations about agreeing before fully understanding the situation. Motion carried. Sewer Hookup 'Fee Ordinance Mayor Rice stated that the total sewer Hookup fee is currently $610 plus a $15 inspection fee, and a revised hookup fee charge has not yet been established; therefore, the ordinance before Council is to continue the addition of a $30 per year surcharge increase until new hookup fees are determined in the near future. 738 January 6, 1986 - continued Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the ordinance amending Section 2 -of Ordinance*No. 1614 passed and approved on the 4th day of February, 1974 be adopted and given ORDINANCE*NO. 2001. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Rick, Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Garbage Rates Mayor Rice stated recommendations of the garbage rate committee will be presented to Council for discussion at the January 20th Council meeting, and possible adoption in February. Bill Mitchell Mayor Rice stated King T.V. will be in Anacortes on January 7th to do a story on Bill Mitchell. Study Session - January 13th Items to be discussed at the next study session will include secondary sewage treatment, the bicycle path and problems arising with alarm systems involving commercial operations. Meeting January 27th The Hospital Board, Fire Department and Finance Department will meet on January 27th .to discuss costs of ambulance service. Chamber of Commerce Ruth Horn stated a speaker from the Department of Ecology attended the Chamber of Commerce meeting this date to discuss secondary sewage -treatment. There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting to an executive session at 9:00 p.m. C� Monahan, Executive Secretary January 20,1986 aures Rice, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to .order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Dave Yount of the Church of Christ, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Bud Rock, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Ken Brown.. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mrs. Horn stated she wished to correct the minutes of the meeting of January.6, 1986, page 2, Rezone Lot 5., Skyline Division 13, para- graph 4, to reflect an affirmative vote by Mr. Separovich ori Mrs. Horn's amendment to the motion,.therefore, indicating the motion to amend Mrs. Smith's motion passed. Mrs. Smith stated she wished to correct the first paragraph on page 3 to indicate her vote as a negative vote on the proposed rezone of an area -approximately Commercial & Q Avenue and 34th $ 35th St. Mrs. Smith then moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the minutes of January 6, 1986 be approved as corrected. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Rock, Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman. Motion carried. Appointments to Economic Development Corporation Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that Mr. Stitt a.nd_Mr. Rock be appointed to the Economic Development Corporation.replac- ing vacated positions of Mr. Littlefield and Mr. Bellum, and that the resolution appointing members of'the Board of Director of the City of Anacortes Economic Development Corporation be adopted and given RESOLUTION No. 868. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Rock., Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. January 20, 1986 - continued 73% B Avenue Vacation - Ordinance The ordinance formally adopting the vacation of B Avenue will be before Council for adoption on February 3, 1986. Zoning Code Amendment - Ordinance Ian Munce, Planning Director, explained the amendments to the zoning ordinance were considered and approved by Council at a previous meeting, and the ordinance before Council was to forma-ly adopt the amendments. Mrs., Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the ordinance amending Section .02, .04.10(f)(4) and .08.1(a) of Ordinance No. 1917, passed and approved on the 18th day of July, 1983 be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2002. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman, Separovich. Motion carried. (Stitt and Rock did not vote as they did not participate in the public hearing.) Rezone Skyline Division 13, Lot 5 - Ordinance Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, asked that action on this matter be continued until Jim Anderson, attorney for the applicant, is able to review the documents with him. Mr. Bob Hogg, Chairman of the Planning Commission, addressed Council stating the action taken by Council on the rezone was a quasi-judicial action on land use and there were violations of the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine; he asked that Council recind the action and reopen the public hearing on this matter. Mayor Rice stated this matter would be tabled until Steve Mansfield was able to review it and determine what would be the proper action. Bids on Legal Notice - Resolution Mayor Rice stated two bids were received on publishing legal notices for the City; one from the Anacortes American at $3.55 per column inch and one from the Skagit Argus at $3.80 per column inch. Because of the width of the columns of the Skagit Argus it appeared they would be low bidder. However, Mayor Rice stated he felt it only fair to accept the bid of the Anacortes American as the circulation was considerably more than that of the Argus. Mr. Dan Berentson of the Skagit Argus agreed with Mayor Rice. Mr. Robert Aguilar, representing Skagit Valley Publishing handed out an informational letter to Council. Mr. Stitt stated because of the circulation difference, he would move to accept the bid of the Anacortes American and that the resolution naming the Anacortes American as the Official City Newspaper for 1986 be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 866. Mr. Coleman seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Rock. Motion carried. Bids on Self Contined Breathing Apparatus Mayor Rice stated because WAC 296-305 prohibits the use of the breath- ing apparatus currently used by the Fire Department it was necessary to call for bids on State approved masks. Two bids were received for 10 Ultralite masks - one from Mine Safety Applicance Co. in the amount of $14,945.00 and one from Sea Western, Inc. in the amount of $12,882.10. It was staff's recommendation to accept the low bid from Sea Western Inc. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the low bid of Sea Western, Inc. in the amount of $12,882.10 be accepted. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Brown, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Rock, Horn. Motion carried. Monitoring Alarm Systems Mayor Rice explained consideration has been given to.eliminating monitoring, by the communication center of the Police Department, alarm systems for residential and commercial accounts. It is recommended they go to a private monitoring system. The City will continue to monitor public entities such as schools and hospital. This matter will be discussed at a meeting in February when more information is available. Bicycle Path Mayor Rice stated following discussion at study sessions, three staff recommendations have been made regarding the use of the bicycle path along 12th street $ Oakes avenue; there are: 1) the present designated bike path on the south side of 12th street from Commercial to D Avenue be eliminated by removal of all bike routes 740 January 20, 1986 - continued signs, leaving in tact the ordinance as it exists which properly allows for bicyclists to ride on the sidewalk; 2) the designated bike route west from D Avenue remain as it is for time being; and 3) staff be authorized to pursue funding through the State Dept, of Transportation to eradicate striping from D avenue to Ferry Terminal and restripe to provide shoulders of equal dimension on both the north and south side of Oakes Avenue. Mr. Brown suggested that because of a probable increase in parking requirements due to Expo 86, he would like to have staff look into the possibility of mowing the grassy area and placing parking stripes so people can park properly and space is not wasted. Mr. Richard Dildine suggested 11th street to D Avenue be designated as a bike route. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the staff recommenda- tions pertaining to the bicycle path be approved as recommended. Vote; Ayes - Brown, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Rock, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Increase in Garbage Rates Mayor Rice explained discussion has been taking place regarding increasing garbage rates for 1986 and 1987. A proposed increase of 74% will be discussed at a Garbage Rate Committee meeting on February 10th. Mr. Rock commented he hoped the newspaper would give some good coverage on this subject and he also wanted Council to consider graduating the increase. Mr. Stitt asked that staff provide a couple of brief paragraphs on what citizens can do to keep garbage costs down. Mayor Rice stated disposal of aluminum cans and newspaper by turning them in for recycling is a good practice. Mr. Holton stated he was not satisfied with the proposed figures on garbage rates and would like to see true costs for both municipal operation and private. Skagit County Community Action Agency Resolution A resolution was before Council to authorize execution of an agree- ment between the City and Skagit County Community Action Agency to provide certain services to the low income residents of Anacortes for the year 1986. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the resolution authorizing and directing execution of a Memorandum of Agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Skagit Councy Community Action Agency be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 867. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Rock, Horn, Smith, Brown. Motion carried, January 27th Meeting Mayor Rice announced that next Monday evening the City will meet with members of the Hospital to discuss overall ambulance service. Appointments Recommended appointments area as follows; Civil Service Commission_, reappointment of Normal Beets; Traffic Safety Committee reappointments of Bob Ellis, Andy Sloss, Bud Rock, Floyd Lunsford, Joe LeBlonde, and Jerry McCormick. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the recommended appointments be approved, Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Rock, Horn, Brown, Smith, Coleman. Motion carried. Reservoir Overflow Mr. Jim Pemberton,Maintenance Superintendent, explained some of the problems which have occurred with overflowing of the 2MG reservoir on Whistle Lake Road and what some of the alternatives are to alleviate the problem, He proposed Council consider pur- chasing a 2,2 acre.parcel of property at the corner of Whistle Lake Road and Haddon which has a natural drainage course and on which overflow could be routed, An appraisal was done on the property and a price of $31,000 was negotiated, A portion of this property could also be used for a park., January 20, 1986 - continued 741_ Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that City staff be directed to purchase the property for $31,000.. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Rock, Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman. Abstained - Stitt. Motion carried. Mayor Pro -Tem Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Separovi.ch seconded that Bill Coleman be appointed Mayor -Pro -Tem for 1986. Motion passed by unanimous vote. There being no further business to discuss. Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8:40 P.M. C. Monahan, Executive Secretary ,/.Ames Rice, Mayor February 3, 1986 The meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Rice. Invocation was given by Pastor Broussard. Roll call was taken with the following Council members present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Bud Rock, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Ken Brown. It was moved by Brown and seconded by Horn to approve the minutes of the previous meeting with the _following correction: the term for Mayor Pro -tem, Bill Coleman, is a two year term rather. than one. The motion was unanimously passed. Citizen Hearings Juddie Murphy, on behalf of the Association of University Women, pre- sented Council with an updated list of elected and appointed officials. Mayor Rice expressed his appreciation for the work of the AAUW in this regard. Dick Ash made a presentation in regards to the upcoming tulip festival and Anacortes' participation therein. Mr. Ash indicated that the Committee could use additional financial help from the Council if possible. Nadine Palmer addressed the Council in regard to the needs for an ordinance establishing a curfew for juveniles within the City of Anacortes. Old Business - B Avenue Vacation Under old business, an ordinance was presented to the Council vacating a portion of B Avenue in the First Ship Harbor's addition to the City of Anacortes. Motion by Smith and seconded by Brown to adopt Ordinance No. 2003, entitled "An Ordinance Vacating a Portion of B Avenue Lying Between Blocks 4 and 5, First Ship Harbors Addition to the City of Anacortes." Motion was unanimously passed. New Business - Bed & Breakfast, 4911 MacBeth Dr.-Conaitional Use Mayor Rice opened a public hearing to consider a conditional use appli- cation for a Bed & Breakfast establishment at 4911 MacBeth Drive. George Ray of Anacortes spoke in favor of the application. The public hearing was closed by Mayor Rice. Horn moved with a second by Smith to approve the Conditional Use application. Motion was unan.i:nously approved. Bed $ Breakfast -"1220 31st Street - Conditional Use Permit Mayor Rice opened a public hearing to consider a modification of a Conditional Use Permit issued for a Bed & Breakfast establishment at 1220 31st Street. Petitioner is requesting permission to erect a sign on the public right of way adjacent to his establishment and also to have a sign approximately 5 s.f. in area. 742 February 3, 1986 - continued Juddie Murphy spoke against granting a proposed modification and read a letter into the record which she had sent to the Council. The applicant, Bill O'Connor, explained his position relative to his need for some relief. Mayor Rice closed the public hearing. Stitt moved that the peti- tion be denied and Coleman seconded the motion. Those in favor: Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Rock, Horn. Those opposed: Smith, Brown. Rock then moved to allow a 2 s.f. sign to be placed away from the establishment but on the property of petitioner. Coleman seconded the motion.. Motion was unanimously approved. Set Public Hearing Date Vacation of 9th at Market - Resolution Separovich moved that Resolution No. 869 entitled "A Resolution fixing a time when a petition for vacation may be heard and determined by the Council and setting a public hearing date", be approved. Rock seconded the motion. The vacation would involve a portion of Market Street. Motion was unanimously approved. Public Hearing will be March 3rd. Pres Holton addressed the Council in regard to questions about how Market Street came to be. Contract with Chamber of Commerce - Resolution Smith moved and Horn seconded a motion to approve Resolution No. 870, entitled "A Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor anU City Council Clerk Treasurer to execute a contract by and be- tween the City of Anacortes and the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce", said contract in the amount of $9,500. Motion was unanimously approved. Amendment to Zoning Code - Rear Yard Setbacks The Council then discussed Ordinance No. 2002, which dealt with rear yard setbacks and accessory buildings. Some Council members felt that the action taken at the previous meeting was not in accordance with what they'd intended. A motion was made by Coleman and seconded by Horn that the Council reconsider the action taken at the previous meeting in regard to passage of Ordinance No. 2002. Those in favor: Coleman, Separovich, Horn, Smith, Brown. Stitt and Rock did not vote since they had not participated in the pre- vious decision. Horn then moved to table the reconsideration of the matter to the next Council meeting. Separovich seconded the motion. Those in favor: Coleman, Separovich, Horn, Smith, Brown. Stitt and Rock did not participate in the vote, Rezone of Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline - Set Public Hearing Date A motion was made by Horn and seconded by Stitt to set a new Public Hearing date to consider the rezone of Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline, said date to be March 3rd. Motion was unanimously approved. Appointment Mayor Rice asked the Council to approve the reappointment of Paul Stratton to the Museum Board. Horn moved with a second by Stitt, that Paul Stratton be appointed to the Museum Board. Motion unanimously carried. Study Session Mayor Rice announced a study session to consider garbage rates on February 10th. Mayor Rice announced that the next regular Council meeting would be Tuesday, February 18th because'Monday, February 17th is a holiday. It was also announced that Thursday at 7:30 P.M, in th.e Council Chambers a study session would be held on the Appearance of Fair- ness of Doctrine and the Open Meeting Act. Mayor Rice updated the Council on current legislation relating to secondary treatment requirements. With no further business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned. C. Monahan, Executive Secretary J es Rice, Mayor February 18, 1986 743 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Pastor Love offered the invocation followed by Pledge .of Allegiance to the Flag, Foll call found present: Ruth. Horn, K.en Brown, Bud Rock., Helen Smith., Absent: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich_, Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the minutes of February 3, 1986 be approved as if read, Vote: Ayes - Brown, Rock, Smith., Horn, Motion carried. Correspondence Mayor Rice stated he received a letter from people who live in th.e West End who are concerned about th.e coyote problem in that area, The animal control officer has trapped two and Mayor Rice has been discussing.the problem with someone who may do some trapping at no charge to the City. Mayor Rice also suggested that people make an effort to keep their pet food inside and keep garbage away from alleys. Old Business Zoning Code Amendment Ian Munce, Planning Director, explained becaus.e of misunderstandings involved with proposed zoning code amendments regarding rear yard setbacks it is suggested that the issue be brought back to Council for clarification of definitions, Mrs. Horn moved and Mr, Rock seconded that a public hearing date of March 17th be set to reconsider the matter, Votes Ayes � Brown, Rock, Smith, Horn. Motion carried. New Business - Bond Anticipation Notes, A request for quotes on bond anticipation notes for urban renewal property was sent to five commercial banks and 7 investment firms. It is recommended that a low bid of 6.065% from Rainier Bank be approved. Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, read by title an ordinance authorizing the issuance of bond anticipation notes. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the low bid of 6.065% from Rainier Bank be accepted and that an ordinance of the City of Anacortes, Washington, relating to contracting indebtedness; amending Section 2 of Ordinance No. 1936 extending the time by which such bonds must be issued; establishing a limited tax general obligation bond anticipation note fund; authorizing the issuance and sale of a limited tax general obligation bond anticipation note to pay part of the cost of redeeming the City's outstanding Limited Tax General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes, 1985, and Limited Tax General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes, 1985, Issue No. 2; and providing for the sale and delivery of such notes to Rainier National Bank, Seattle, Washington be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2004. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Smith, Horn, Brown. Motion carried. Garbage Rate Increase Mayor Rice stated approximately 4 meetings were held regarding proposed garbage rate increases for 1986 and 1987. A proposed ordinance was before Council which will be placed on the March 3rd agenda for consideration. Mayor Rice stated people who use only one garbage can should let the Finance Department at City Hall know within 60 days so the billing can be adjusted. Everyone will be notified of proposed changes prior to billing. A "bag" system of collecting garbage was discussed and Mayor Rice stated this may be tried in a portion of the City later on to see how it works, Mr. Pres Holton addressed Council questioning the effectiveness of a recycling operation at 32nd Street. Appointments Mr. Rock moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that Les Vandervort be appointed to the Community Center Board, Ayes - Smith, Horn, Brown, Rock, Motion carried. 744 February 18, 1986 - continued Study Session - Ambulance Service On Monday, February 24th in the Council Chambers at 7:30 P.M, the Council will meet with Island Hospital employees to discuss ambu- lance service. Centernnials Mayor Rice stated he had been informed by Dick Staples of 2 upcom- ing centennials - the State Centennial in 1989 and the City Centennial in 1991. Secondary Sewer Treatment Mr. Brown stated there is a bill on the Governor's desk that will be signed on Friday which will give the City until 1991 to con- struct a secondary sewer treatment plant, There being no further business to discuss Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8:00 P.M. after which Mr. Staples showed a program done on Bill Mitchell by KING T.V. C. Monahan, Executive Secretary March 3, 1986 ACA,_ At es Rice, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Father Clanahan, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Ray Separovich, Bud Rock, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Ken Brown. Absent; Bill Stitt. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the minutes of the meeting of February 18, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Rock, Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman. Motion carried. 9th $ Market Street Vacation Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, explained the two meth -ods in which a vacation could be initiated; one being by petition of abutting property owners and if they don't wish to petition but are not opposed to the vacation, then Council could go ahead and pass a resolution to vacate the street. It was agreed by Council that Mr. Mansfield will contact abutting property owners and prepare an appropriate resolution to initiate the vacation of Market Street. Solid Waste Rate Ordinance Mayor Rice discussed the proposed increases in garbage rates and emphasized the importance of recycling. He also stated that 200 discount was still available to low income citizens. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the ordinance amend ing Section 10 and 11 of Ordinance No. 1845, dated December 15, 1980 setting rates for pickup and disposal of garbage or refuse be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2005. Vote: Ayes Rock, Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman, Separovichi—. Motion carried. Call for Bids on Solid Waste Containers Mayor Rice explained 3 bids were received on 6, 3, and 1.1/2 yard solid waste containers. It was staff's recommendation to accept the low bid of DeWald Northwest in the amount of $14,230.85. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the low bid of DeWald Northwest in the amount of $14,230.85 be accepted. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Brown, Coleman, Separovich, Rock. Motion carried. Annual Cleanup Month Mayor Rice stated the month of April is annual cleanup month and extra garbage will be picked up at no charge. March 3, 1986 - continued 745' Voucher Approval Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer (City Clerk - Treasurer) as required by RCW 42.24.080, and those expense reimburse- ment claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on warrant register which has been made available to the Council Committee. These vouchers are as follows: Claims Fund Month Voucher No. Total Amount December 1077-1355; *1356; 1357-1363; $386,580.28 *1364-1369; 1370-1434; 1435 was voided; *1436-1466; 1467-1520; *1521; 1522-1542 * 1986 claims Payroll December 1023-1274 $203,295.63 Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that as of March 3, 1986, the Council approve for payment those vouchers included in the above list. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Brown, Coleman, Separovich, Rock, Horn. Motion carried. Secondary Sewage Treatment Mayor Rice stated he and City staff met with D.O.E. people in Olympia' this date and at the end of this month they will offer 50o funding for secondary treatment, but even with that offer secondary treatment would not be affordable. Study Session Mayor Rice stated next Monday Council will be discussing possible terms of lease for an R.V. Park but site specifics will not be in- cluded in the discussion. Alarm systems and non-union employment contracts will also be discussed. There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8:00 P.M. C. ona an, Executive' Secretary March 17, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to offered by Pastor Claasen of the of Allegiance to the Flag. ames Rice, Mayor order at 7:30 F.M. Invocation was Lutheran Church, Followed by Pledge Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Separovich moved and Mir. Brown seconded that the mii.utes of March 3, 1986 be approved as if react. 'Dote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Sinith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Amendment to Lease for Anacortes Plywood Ian Niunce, Planning Director, explained the City is able to restrict the proposed barge loading; facilities to either owners or lessors of property in the industrial Park, therefore, an amendment to the lease option with Anacortes Plywood Inc. has been prepared which incorporates the local cooperation terms and designates Anacortes Plywood, Inc. as managers of the corridor and dock. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the Resolution amending Resolution No. 835 (lease between the City of Anacortes and Anacortes Plywood, Inc.) be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 871. Vote: Ayes Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Nayes - Stitt. Motion carried. 7 4 6 March 17, 1986 - continued Authorization to Solicit Offers to Purchase Urban Renewal Land Mayor Rice explained he was requesting Council's authorization to advertise the sale of urban renewal property in order to raise money to pay for costs of constructing a secondary sewage treat- ment plant. Mr. Stitt moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that authorization be given to City staff to advertise the sale of 55 acres of waterfront property in the Anacortes Industrial Park. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Rezone Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline - Public Hearing (Tape Recorded) A new public hearing had been set on a request by ABC Charters for rezone from Residential to Commercial Lot 5, Division 13 Skyline. Mayor Rice declared the public hearing open. Steve Mansfield, City Attorney asked if there was anyone present who challenged participation of any member of Council on this public hearing. Mr. John Green, 2901 I Avenue, stated he believed it would be appro- priate to issue a challenge to the two members of Council who apparently violated the Appearance of Fairness doctrine. Mrs. Smith and Mr. Separovich stepped down at this time. Mr. Green then stated he was appearing on behalf of a number of concerned citizens who are opposed to the rezone request and gave a state- ment outlining reasons why the request should be denied. Jim Anderson,.Attorney for A.B.C. Charters, addressed Council offering a statement as to why the property should be rezoned. Delores Shimkus, 5708 Kingsway and Fred Bartleson, 5707 Kingsway addressed Council opposing the rezone and Mr. Dick Dildine suggested a conditional use permit might be appropriate in this instance. Phil Walterman, 540.6 Kingsway, stated he felt the best possible utilization of the property would be to revert back to Commercial zone. Mr. Gene Jordeth, 1901 Bradley Drive, addressed Council giving information on A.B.C. Charters and the reasons why the property should be rezoned. Mayor Rice then declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Stitt inquired of Mr. Jordeth if he would be willing to accept a qualified rezone wherein the area would be restricted to park- ing of automobiles, motor homes and trailerable boats specifi- cally limited to an overall length of 26 feet, a beam of 10 feet and a height, including masts, of 14 feet above the highest point on the lot. Mr. Jordeth stated he would have a problem with the height and a trailerable overall length of 26 feet is very small. It was decided that the meeting be continued to Tuesday, March 18th at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers where Council will meet prior to viewing the subject site, and then continue the meeting to April 7th at which time the matter will be considered at the regular Council meeting. (Petitions and letters submitted will be kept on file in Planning Department.) Setbacks for Accessory Buildings - Public Hearing (Tape Recorded) Mayor Rice declared the public hearing open on proposed amendments to rear yard setbacks for accessory buildings. Ian Munce eNplained there was, in the past, some confusion as to a decision regarding rear yard setbacks, therefore, two proposed ordinances were before. Council this evening; one giving the Planning Commission recommen- dation and the other an alternative developed by City Council. George Ray, 5105 MacBeth Drive, Joe Park, 4709 Yorkshire Drive, Brian Walters, 1619 13th St., Bob Hogg, 1920 8th St., John Prosser, 1301 6th St., Steve Roseberry, 1108 9th St., Richard Sands, 4817 Yorkshire Drive, Cliff Rise, 5205 Kingsway, and Don Leatherwood all addressed Council stating their opinions on the proposed changes. Mayor Rice then declared the public hearing closed. March 17, 1986 - continued 747 After discussion Mr. Stitt stated he felt it was an aesthetic matter and does not affect public safety, therefore, he moved to repeal the previous ordinance No. 2002 passed on January 20th, 1986 and reject the two proposals before Council this evening. IMr. Separovich seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Seaprovich. Nayes - Smith, Brown. Motion carried. (Petitions and letters will be kept on file in the Planning Department.) Authorization of Loan to Forest'Land Management Fund Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that a resolution authorizing a loan from the General Fund (001) to the Forest Land Management Fund (151) and setting forth rates applicable thereto be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 872. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Oak Harbor Water Rate Contract - Resolution Mayor Rice stated a water contract between the City of Anacortes and the City of Oak Harbor was before Council for consideration. This contract would put in effect new rates as of April 1986 reflecting an overall increase of budgeted wholesale water costs. Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the resolution authorizing execution of an amendment to water contract, by and between the City of Anacortes and the City of Oak Harbor be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 873. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Marina Motor Inn Variance Request A drawing was displayed of a proposed motel at 9th and Market Street and Mayor Rice explained the developer was requesting that the con- struction of sidewalk, curb and gutter and paving on Market street between 9th and Q Avenue be waived; and that the paving of 9th street between R and Q be waived until October of 1986 at which time they would coordinate with the Port of Anacortes improvements. Also re- quested was a reduction in width of sidewalk from 8 feet to 6 feet. Mr. Coleman moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the variance requests be approved. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. January Voucher Approval Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer (City Clerk - Treasurer) as required by RCW 42.24..080, and those expense reimburse- ment claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on warrant register which has been made available to the Council Committee. These vouchers are as follows: Claim Fund Month Voucher No. Total Amount January 1357-1676 except; $301,950.61 1358-1363; 1370-1435; 1467-1520; 1522-1542 are December warrants Payroll January 1275 - 1530 $209,686.32 Mr. Separovich moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that as of March 18, 1986 the Council approved for payment those vouchers included in the above list. Carnival Mayor Rice asked Council permission for a carnival to be set up be- tween 13th and 14th and 0 Avenue on April 4, 5th and 6th. Mr. Rock moved and Mr. Brown seconded that permission be given to operate a carnival at the requested location. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Permission to Allow Bus at 1718 D Avenue Mayor Rice stated the family of an elderly person living at 1718 D Avenue requested that they be allowed to live in a bus on that property in order to take care of the invalid person. The bus will be removed when it is no longer necessary to care for the person. 748 March 17, 1986 - continued Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the bus be allowed to remain there as long as necessary to care for the person. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Secondary sewer treatment was discussed and the Mayor then con- tinued the meeting until March 18th at 6:00 P.M. C. Monahan, Executive Secretary James Rice, Mayor April 7, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M., followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the minutes of March 17, 1986 meeting be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Skyline Division 21- Public Hearing Mayor Rice stated the public hearing scheduled on Skyline Divison 21 will be held at a later date and public notice will be made when a date is set. Citizen Hearing Mrs. Kilpatrick, 1713 6th St., addressed Council expressing her concern about the dumping of debris over the hillside at 6th Street and H Avenue. Mayor Rice stated he was aware of the problem and would take steps to post the area. Rezone Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline Mayor Rice explained a public hearing had been held on the rezone request from RL to Commercial of Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline. The site was viewed by Council members Horn, Stitt, Brown and Rock. Mr. Jordeth, the petitioner, was also at the site at this time. (Mrs. Smith and Mr. Separovich stepped down at this time and did not participate in consideration of this matter.) Mr. Robert Hogg, Chairman of the Planning Commission, explained recommendation to deny the rezone was made by the Planning Commission because the original request was to allow automobile parking and they felt this could be handled in a different way. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the subject property be rezoned from RL to Commercial Marine with a stipulation that if there is any parking of boats on this property they not be over a length of 30'. Mr. Stitt moved that Mr. Brown's motion be amended to limit the size, if other than automobiles are to be parked on the lot, such as motor homes, boats, etc., to 26' overall, 10' in width and a height, including masts, of 14' from the highest point of the lot. Mr. Coleman seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes- Horn, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Nayes - Brown. Motion carried. Vote on Mr. Brown's motion as amended: Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried.. Bed & Breakfast-Coridit`ional Use Permit Mayor Rice declared the public hearing open on a request for Con- ditional Use Permit for a Bed and Breakfast establishment at 1919 Tweed Place. There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. April 7, 1986 - continued 749 Mr. Rock moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the Conditional Use Permit be approved as requested. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Proposed Amendments to the Uniform Building Code In order to allow more time to consider the proposed amendments, Mr. Rock moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that this matter be tabled to a study session on May 12, 1986. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock,. Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Bid Recommendation T.V. Inspection of Sewer System Mayor Rice stated bids were received for cleaning and television inspection of approximately 46,000 feet of the City sanitary sewer system. The three firms submitting bids were: Cal -Tom, Inc. of Portland, Oregon - $39,646; Gelco, Kent, Washington - $37,077; and Precision Sealing and Video Systems, Bellevue, Washington - $43,064. It was staff's recommendation that the low bid of Gelco be accepted subject to approval by the Department of Ecology.who is offering a grant of up to $20,000 for the project. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the low bid of Gelco in the amount of $37,077 be accepted. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Interlocal Agreement w/Skagit County for Solid Waste Disposal IZayor Rice explained an Agreement is before Council for consideration which involves the participation of all cities in Skagit county and Skagit County to dispose of solid waste at a designated site. The County will have the responsibility of how and where to dispose with input from the cities involved. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the City of Anacortes enter into the Interlocal Agreement for disposal of solid waste. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Bid Recommendation D Avenue Construction Mayor Rice stated three bids were received for the D Avenue Con- struction project which would include road work, waterline con- struction and asphalt; these were from Associated Sand & Gravel - $413,186.70; Wilder Construction - $416,275.45 and. Lakeside Industries - $362,858.60. It is staff's recommendation to accept the low bid from Lakeside Industries. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the low bid of Lakeside Industries in the total amount of $362,858.60 be accepted. Vote: Ayes - Stitt,. Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Solid Waste Disposal Mayor Rice stated he had attended a symposium in Ellensburg on solid waste disposal at which discussion was held on problems involved in disposal.and recycling. He urged all citizens to utilize the drop off sites for recycling materials. NPDES Permits for Storm Water Dave Ford, Director of Public Works stated he recently attended an American Public Works Association Spring Conference and the subject of storm water outfalls was discussed and the possiblity of the State requiring permits for each outfall existing within the City, of which Anacortes has about 30. He explained if this was required, the permit and testing would cost approximately $8,000.00. Study Session Mayor Rice stated next Monday a study session will be held and traffic revision on Commercial Avenue and the imposition of 1/4 of to real estate tax will be discussed. Incineration Plan Mr. Pres Holton expressed his concern over what he has read on Skagit County's solid waste incineration plan. 750 April 7, 1986 - continued Tulip Festival Mrs. Horn stated approximately 25,000 people visited Anacortes during the Tulip Festival. She expressed her appreciation on the work done by the Tulip Festival Committee and asked that a resolution be adopted thanking the Committee for a job well done. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Rock seconded that a resolution thanking the Tourism Committee of the Chamber of Commerce for their work involved in the Tulip Festival be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 874. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8:40 P.M.' C. -'Monahan, Executive Secretary April 21, 1986 XCR-1- ce, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Love, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich , Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mrs. Smith moved the minutes of April 7th be approved with a correc- tion on Page 1, under Rezone Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline to read on the first line of last paragraph that Mr. Brown voted instead of Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Horn seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Correspondence Mayor Rice stated he received a letter from Gene Sampley of Skagit County informing him that Sunday, April 27th, dumping would be allowed free at both Inman and Gibraltar solid waste sites. This would include household solid waste but would not include ccnenercial dumping or tires, demolition materials, etc. Proclamation Mayor Rice stated the week of May 11th is proclaimed to be National Police Week and May 15th of each year to be "Police Memorial Day." He called on the citizens to make every effort to express appreciation for the police officers of the City. Old Business - Rezone Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline Mayor Rice stated due to possible changes in the Property Use Agree- ment the rezone of Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline would be tabled until the next regular meeting. Texaco Water Contract Mayor Rice explained an -amendment to the water contract between Texaco Refinery and the City was before Council for approval. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the resolution authorizing execution of an amendment to water contract, by and between the City of Anacortes and Texaco Refining & Marketing, Inc. be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 875. Vote: Ayes -.Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Vacation Request approx. 1st & Commercial Mayor Rice stated the Port of Anacortes has requested a vacation of streets at approximately lst & Commercial and a resolution was before Council to set a public hearing date. April 21, 1986 - continued Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Brown seconded that a resolution fixing a time of May 19th when a petition for vacation may be heard and determined by the Council be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 876. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. 751 Bed & Breakfast Establishment - Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on an amendment to the zoning ordinance which pertains to signs for bed and breakfast establish- ments. Ian Munce, Planning Director, stated currently signs adver- tising bed and breakfast establishments are allowed on the residential structure only, and the amendment would allow signs to be placed on the property as long as they do not encroach into the right of way. Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter and made recommendation for the amendment. There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared .the public hearing closed. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the recommendation of the Planning Commission to amend the zoning ordinance covering Bed and Breakfast establishment be approved. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Traffic Revision on Commercial Avenue The subject of traffic revision on Commercial Avenue from 4 lanes to 2 lanes with left turn areas was discussed. This matter will be placed on the May 5th agenda for action. Variance from Garbage Disposal Ordinance Dave Ford, Director of Public Works, explained an ordinance currently is in effect which requires that garbage disposals be placed in all new dwellings or dwelling units and a developer of a convalescent center is asking for a variance from placing garbage disposals in the individual apartments, although he plans to install a commercial disposal in the main kitchen area. It was pointed out the action to be taken on this request would be to recind the present ordinance. An ordinance to this effect will be drawn up for Council's considera- tion on May 5th. Washington State Ferry Parking in Industrial Park Mr. Munce explained a proposal has been made to allow parking on 2' acres of industrial park property for people utilizing the Washington State Ferries for the months of June, July and August. The property is located in the fenced area behind Hydraulic Fishing Supply and it is proposed that the State Ferries would supply a shuttle bus to transport people back and forth. DWI Impact Funds Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, addressed Council explaining the process of hiring an attorney to try DWI cases which would normally be plea bargained. He stated the City of Mt. Vernon and Skagit County have agreed to fund a part time DWI prosecutor and if the City of Anacortes were to utilize the prosecutor, the City's share of funding would be $5,000.00. He felt the services were needed to prosecute these particular cases. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the expenditure of $5,000.00. be approved for the services of a part time DWI prosecutor. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Duties of City Attorney At Mayor Rice's request the City Attorney explained to Council the various duties of his position from prosecuting municipal court cases to handling various litigation involving the City. There being no further business, Mayor Rice adjourned to an executive session at 8:10 P.M. C. Monahan, Executive Secretary James Rice, Mayor 752 May 5, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting offered by Major Greholver of of Allegiance to the Flag. to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was the Salvation Army followed by Pledge Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the minutes of April 21, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Zoning Code Amendment - Bed & Breakfast - Ordinance Mayor Rice explained public hearings had been held on amendment to the zoning code pertaining to signs for bed and breakfast establish- ments which would allow location of signs other than on the primary structure. There were no objections. to the amendment and an ordinance was before Council to formally adopt the amendment. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the ordinance amending Section .12.2e(2) of Ordinance No. 1917, passed and approved on the 18th day of July, 1983 be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2006. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. 1/4 of 1% Real Estate Tax Mayor Rice explained the imposition of 1/4 of 1% real estate tax would provide revenue to the City and at the same time allow the City to borrow from a Public Works Trust Fund. The money could be earmarked for such things as secondary sewer treatment plant. Mrs. Horn moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that an ordinance be drawn up imposing a 1/4 of 1% real estate tax and indicating that monies be earmarked for sewer treatment. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Traffic Revision on Commercial Avenue Mayor Rice stated the State has approved a proposed plan to revise Commercial Avenue from 12th Street south which would provide two way traffic with a left turn lane and parking. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that City staff contact Washington State Department of Transportation to coordinate efforts with the City to pursue the revision. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Rezone Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline Mayor Rice stated this item will be on the next Council agenda. Rescind Garbage Disposal Ordinance - Ordinance In order to allow the installation of garbage disposal units on a voluntary basis Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that an ordinance repealing ordinance No. 1478, passed and approved on March 18, 1969, be approved and given ORDINANCE NO. 2007. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Skyline Division -21 Preliminary Plat'- Public -Hearing Mayor Rice declared the public hearing open on preliminary plat proposal for Skyline Division 21. Ian Munce, Planning Director explained the Planning Commission held a public hearing on .this matter and recommended approval with two stipulations; 1/the covenants be attached as part of the plat and 2/ the proposal be approved subject to the comments of the Public Works Director. Mr. Rob Henry, 411 First Avenue South, Suite 320 N., Seattle, WA, architect, representing Mr. Cheung, developer, discussed the pro- posed plat and Mr. Philip Carter, 1313 Market Street, Kirkland, attorney, representing property owners in Division 20, discussed the proposal.stating the two main concerns of the property owners in Division 20 were that 1/'the lots stay single family and 2/someone other than the owners of the lots in Division 21 see that the cove- nants are not changed in 15 years. There were no further comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. May 5, 1986 - continued Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. of Skyline Division 21 be in the memorandum from the covenants as presented to Stitt, Separovich, Brown, 753 Horn seconded that the preliminary plat approved subject to the conditions contained Public Works Director and inclusion of the Council this evening. Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Bed & Breakfast Establishment - 819 35th St - Public Hearing Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on request for a conditional use permit for a Bed & Breakfast establishment at 819 35th Street. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter and recommended approval. There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the conditional use permit for a Bed & Breakfast establishment at 819 35th Street be approved. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Amendment to Shell Oil Contract - Resolution Mayor Rice stated Shell Oil has given approval to new water rate calculations effective April 1 and an amendment to their contract with the City reflecting these changes is before Council for approval. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the resolution authorizing execution.of an amendment to water contract, by and between the City of Anacortes and Shell Oil Company be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 877. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Amending Washington Park Fees - Resolution Steve Colby, Director of Parks & Recreation, addressed Council explaining the increase in fees at Washington Park would be used to offset the increase in fees for storm sewer, solid waste and electri- cal costs. Washington Park does not receive tax funds for its opera- tion and maintenance and is self-sustaining. Discussion was held on various services of the park and provision for camping. Mr. Dannenmiller, 1613 37th Street, Anacortes, addressed Council stating the problems -he encountered with power and water connections and Mr. Gail Brado, 1909 24th Street, Anacortes, discussed reservations and fees. A suggestion was made by Mr. Stitt that consideration be given, in the future, to charging for different lengths of camping units. Mr. Stitt moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the resolution amending the fee schedule for the use of Washington Park be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 878. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Stitt. Nayes - Coleman. Motion carried. Fuel Bids Mayor Rice stated bids were received from two companies for supplying fuel to the City for a 12 month period ending May 1987; these were as follows: Reisner Distributors, Inc. - Regular -.549, Unleaded -.599, and Diesel -.433; and. Chevron U.S.A., Inc. - Regular -.572, Unleaded -.599, and Diesel -.433. It is staff's recommendation to accept the low bid of Reisner Distributors. Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the low bid of Reisner Distributing be accepted. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Surplus Property - Water Pipe Mayor Rice stated the Maintenance Department has approximately 610 lineal feet of asbestos cement pipe which they are not using as City policy is to use ductile iron pipe for all new water line extension. City staff is requesting that this pipe be declared surplus and if it is determined there is no use for the pipe, it will be sold or disposed of in an acceptable manner. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the asbestos cement pipe be declared surplus. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. 754 May 5, 1986 - continued Proposal to Develop West 8th & Kansas Area Mayor Rice stated a proposal would be brought before Council at their next meeting on development of the West 8th & Kansas area. Don Semrau, an engineer on the project, will be available to answer questions. Appointment to Planning Commission Mayor Rice asked that approval be given to appoint Mr. Bill Carlisle, 2607 Highland Drive, to the Planning Commission. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Brown seconded the appointment of Mr. Carlisle be approved. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Secondary Sewer Treatment Mayor Rice discussed a compliance schedule for secondary sewer treat- ment stating Anacortes is going to try to get a schedule.which would give the City until 1993 to complete construction for a secondary sewage treatment plant. Study Session Mayor Rice stated implementation of a personnel contract and adoption of 1985 building codes would be discussed at the study session on May 12th. Heritage Days Dick Staples, representing the Anacortes Business Community, asked if Commercial Avenue between 6th .& 7th Streets could be closed on May 16th & 17th to allow for Heritage Days activities. Mr. Staples gave Heritage Days agendas to.the Council. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that Commercial Avenue be closed between 6th & 7th on May 16th and 17th. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Mr. Staples also inquired if Council could provide funds for him, or someone else from ABC, to attend a centennial task force con- ference for two days. Mayor Rice stated he had concerns about this request and felt he could not approve it. There being no further business, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 9:00 P.M. C. E,22n, Executive Secretary May 19, 1986 �� i�- James Rice, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Duchemin, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the minutes of May 5,, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Correspondence Mayor Rice stated he received a letter from the Governor's office requesting support in raising $100,000 to build a Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Olympia. A copy of the letter has been sent to the service clubs in Anacortes, and anyone wishing to donate should send their contributions to First Interstate Bank. Amend Zoning Code from RL to Commercial Marine - Skyline Division 13, Lot 5 Mayor Rice stated an ordinance was before Council to adopt the rezone of Lot 5, Division 13, Skyline, from RL to Commercial Marine. This rezone was previously approved by Council. May 19, 1986 - continued 755 Mr. Stitt moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the Ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Anacortes to change the zoning classi- fication of a certain area within the City of Anacortes subject to the conditions of the property use and development agreement be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2008. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn,.Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. (Smith and Separovich did not participate in the vote.) Citizen Hearings Mr. Preston Holton addressed Council asking that citizens volunteer in helping Mayor Rice and Tommy Thompson in construction of Mr. Thompson's railroad. Charter Boats in Residential areas of Skyline Mayor Rice stated he has received many complaints of charter boats making use of residential space in Skyline. This is in violation of the zoning ordinance, and letters will be written apprising those involved of the violation. Findings of Fact - Skyline Division 21 Ian Munce, Planning Director, stated the preliminary plat of Skyline Division 21 was previously approved by Council and the Findings of Fact pertaining to this plat were now before Council for adoption. Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the preface, find- ings of fact and conclusion regarding Cheung/Mavar preliminary plat of Skyline Division 21 dated May 5, 1986 be adopted. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Resolution - Memorandum of Agreement - Non -Union Employees Mayor Rice stated discussion has taken place regarding employment contracts for non-union personnel of the City and a resolution is now before Council adopting the proposed contracts. Mr. Stitt moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the resolution approving the concept of executing Memorandums of Agreement as to employment between the City and certain non-union, management employees except those covered by Civil Service be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 879. Vote - Ayes: Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Street Vacation - Port of Anacortes Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on a request by the Port of Anacortes to vacate lst Street located between the east right of way of 0 Avenue and the east right of way of Commercial Avenue. Mr. Bob Levy, from the Port of Anacortes, displayed a transparency of the proposed vacation and explained the need to use this area for storage purposes. He also stated the Port recognized the need for continued public access to the beach and this will be maintained and coordinated with site improvements in the future. Dave Ford, Director of Public Works, stated he had no objection to the proposed vacation, bud did note that utilities existed in the subject area and asked that the right be reserved to maintain these utilities. Bob Pickett, 1212 29th St., addressed Council stating his concern regarding public access to the beach. Richard Dildine, 1211 6th St., stated he felt the wisest thing to do would be to wait until the Port had some specific use for the property before vacating the street. Ben Root, Port Commissioner, 1417 6th St., stated there is now specific use for this area and the Port does have a commitment to keep public beach access open; the vacation of this property would benefit both the City and the Port, therefore, it should be vacated. Mr. Dildine suggested the area be blocked temporarily for Port use. There being no further comments from the audience, Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. 756 May 19, 1986 - continued Mr. Brown stated with the assurance that the Port would stand behind their commitment to allow public beach access, and with the right reserved to maintain utilities in the area, he moved that the request for vacation of a portion of lst Street between the east right of way of 0 Avenue and the east right of way of Commercial Avenue be approved. Mr. Stitt seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Uniform Building Code - Ordinance Mrs. Horn moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the ordinance adopting the Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, Uniform Fire Code, Uni- form Plumbing Code, Residential Fireplace and Chimney Construction Standards, Washington State Energy Code, and State Regulations for Barrier Free Facilities, providing for the issuance of permits and collections of fees therefore, providing certain changes to said Uniform Code, providing penalties therefore, and repealing Ordinance No. 1961 be adopted and given ORDINANCE 2009. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. West 8th Street & Kansas Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Rock seconded that a public hearing date of June 16, 1986 be set to hear a request for variance from street improvements on a project in the West 8th and Kansas area. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Proclamation - Public Works Week Mayor Rice read a proclamation declaring the week of May 19 - 24, 1986 National Public Works Week in Anacortes and invited all citizens to acquaint themselves with the problems involved in providing public works services and to recognize" contributions of public works officials. Mayor Rice then acknowledged the leadership and qualifi- cations of the City of Anacortes Public Works Director, David Ford. Joint Port/City Report Mayor Rice stated Council had been given a report by the joint City/ Port committee regarding the barge loading facilities proposed in the Industrial Park and he requested approval of the report and to move forward with the concept. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the concept and report of the joint City/Port Committee on the barge loading facility be approved. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. June 16th Council Agenda Mayor Rice stated the Council agenda for June 16th will be very short due to a very thorough discussion which will be held on secondary sewage treatment. He added some time this year sewer rates will again be increased. There being no further business the meeting at 8:30 P.M. to an sale in the Urban Renewal area. C'. Mo a an, Executive Secretary June 2, 1986 to discuss, Mayor Rice adjourned executive session to discuss land Ae-4f, James Rice, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Bitz, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the minutes of May 19, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Ken Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. June 2,.1986 - continued 757 Fireworks Permits Cecil Little, Fire Chief, stated he had received two applications for fireworks permits; one from the Lions Club to put a stand in at 11th and Commercial Avenue and the other from Bruce Wersen for a stand at 1607 Commercial Avenue. Chief Little recommended Council approve the permits. Mr. Separovich moved and Mrs. Horn seconded the two applications be approved. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Vacation of Railroad Avenue between O Avenue and Commercial Avenue Ordinance Council previously approved the vacation request by the Port of Ana- cortes to vacate.a portion of Railroad Avenue located between the east right of way of 0 Avenue and the east right of way of Commercial Avenue and an ordinance was now before Council for adoption. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that an Ordinance vacating a portion of Railroad Avenue located between the east right of way line of 0 Avenue and the east right of way line of Commercial Avenue, Original Plat of Anacortes be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2010. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Real Estate Tax Ordinance Mayor Rice stated previously Council approved the imposition of a 1/4 of 1% real estate tax for the City and an ordinance was now before Council for adoption. The ordinance designates that the proceeds will be placed in a Capital Improvement fund for construction of wastewater treatment facilities. Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the ordinance imposing an excise tax on the sale of real estate, providing for the collection thereof, limiting use of the proceeds therefrom, and fixing pen- alties for the violation thereof be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2011. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. GTE Switching Substation 5200 Sunset Avenue - Conditional Use Permit Dave Ford explained after a site plan review of the proposed GTE substation at 5200 Sunset Avenue, it was noted that street improve- ments were not addressed, therefore, it was requested under Ordinance No. 1954 that these improvements be constructed at the site. Sub- sequently a letter from Fakkema & Kingma, Engineers on the project, was received requesting a variance from the street improvement ordinance. Mr. Ford recommended the variance be granted as the re- quest conformed to the three waiver conditions and GTE is willing to participate in any future LID. Mr. Stitt moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the waiver to the street improvement ordinance be granted and recommended by the City Engineer. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Vacation 2nd Street Between Commercial & Q and Q between 2nd & 3rd Street - Resolution Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Rock seconded that a RESOLUTION NO. 880 be adopted fixing a time of July 7th, 1986 when a petition for vacation, by the Port of Anacortes, of 2nd street between Commercial and Q and Q between 2nd and 3rd may be heard. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Bid Surplus City Property Mayor Rice asked Council to approve call for bids on property which has been declared surplus at 20th Street and K Avenue and is 70' x 61' in size. He noted a 950 S.F. residence could be constructed on this site. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the permission be granted to call for bids on the subject property. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. 758 June 2, 1986 - continued Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with PSCIA - Resolution Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, explained the Puget Sound Cities Insurance Authority, of which the City is a member, has expanded in size from 26 cities to 52, including a.number of cities from eastern Washington, therefore, it is proposed to change the name to Washington Cities Authority which would reflect the larger membership. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Rock seconded the resolution to approve an amendment to the Interlocal Agreement creating the Puget Sound Cities Interlocal Insurance Authority be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 881. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Increase in Washington Park Change Fund - Resolution Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the resolution amending the change fund for Washington Park from $100 to $125 be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 882. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rick, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Set Public Hearing Date for Six Year Street Improvement Program Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the date of July 7, 1986 be set to hold a public hearing on the Six Year Street Improvement Program. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Continued Meeting Mayor Rice stated this meeting will be continued until June 9, 1986 at which time the following items will be discussed: 1. Funding for litter receptacles. 2. Funding for recycling aluminum cans. 3. Public Works Trust Fund. 4. Privatization of Secondary Sewer Treatment. 5. Six Year Street Improvement Program. 6. Executive Session to discuss a) possible land sale in urban renewal; b) lease of Mt. Erie tower site. (approx 30 mins.) June 16th Meeting Mayor Rice stated the regular Council meeting of June 16th will be devoted primarily to discussion of secondary sewer treatment. Vela Luka Dancers Mayor Rice stated the Anacortes School Board has initiated a fund raising program to assist the Vela Luke Dancers on their trip to New York for the unveiling of the Statue of Liberty. Information and tickets on this function can be obtained from the Anacortes and Mt. Vernon Chamber of Commerce and the Bellingham Tourist Center. Vietnam Vets Mr. Coleman stated he learned the names of the three men from Anacortes who died during the Vietnam War; these are: Gordon Logan, Darwin Engman and Russ Hibler. KLKI Telethon Mrs. Horn stated she wanted to commend radio station KLKI for the fund raising telethon and asked that a resolution be prepared reflecting this commendation. Mrs. Horn moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that a resolution be prepared commending radio station KLKI on the fund raising telethon for Childrens Orthopedic Hospital. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. There being no further business the meeting to 'Juane 9, 1986. C�Mo�falhan, Executive Secretary to conduct, Mayor Rice continued James Rice, Mayor June 9, 1986 - continued meeting of June 2, 1986 759 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Absent: Bill Stitt and Ray Separovich. Gerry Wallrath Trail Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Rock seconded that Council approve naming the trail from the parking lot to Whistle Lake "Gerry Wallrath Trail" honoring Mr. Wallrath for his community service. Motion passed unanimously. Ferry Parking - West End Mrs. Horn moved .and Mr. Rock seconded the approval of no parking signs being placed as follows: 1. Oakes Avenue - Hilltop to Ferry Terminal Road 2. Sunset - Ferry Terminal Road to Washington Park 3. Skyline Way - Sunset to Kingsway. 4. Anaco Beach Road - Sunset to 500 feet south of Sterling Dr. 5. Glasgow Way - Oakes Avenue to Cypress Drive 6. Camano Place - Glasgow to cul-de-sac. Motion passed unanimously. The meeting then adjourned approximately 9:00 p.m. to executive session. Zfz C. Monahan, Executive Secretary James Rice, Mayor June 16, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M., followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Ray Separovich, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Absent: Bill Stitt, Ken Brown. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the minutes of June 2nd and June 9th, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes.- Separovich, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Thompson Railroad Mr. Tom Thompson reported to Council that the Anacortes Railway would be checked out this evening and ready for its first trip on Saturday. He extended an invitation to Council to take the first trip on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Bed & Breakfast Conditional Use Permit - 4403 Oakes Avenue Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on a request for Conditional Use Permit to operate a Bed & Breakfast establishment at 4403 Oakes Avenue. There were no adverse comments received on this request, and the Planning Commission, after holding their public hearing, recommended approval. There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mrs. Horn moved and Mrs. Smith seconded -that the conditional use permit for a bed & breakfast establishment at 4403 Oakes Avenue be approved. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich. Motion carried. Request for Waiver from Street Improvement Ordinance - West 8th and Kansas Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on a request by Mr. Buehl Berentson for waiver from the street improvement ordinance at approx- imately West 8th and Kansas. The request included reduced street widths, elimination of concrete curb and gutters and closed storm drains, elimination of sidewalks, allowance for grade in excess of present standards, termination of road and waterline construction approximately 140' short of development limits. 760 June 16, 1986 - continued Paul Russell, 3607 West 6th Street, addressed Council stating his concerns regarding open storm drains. Steve Jaffray, 3708 West 6th Street, stated he was not in agree- ment with any of what Mr. Berentson proposed in the area. Jim Pemberton, Maintenance Superientendant, reviewed his concerns with Council and recommended Council require a minimum of 24' wide paved streets with concrete curb and gutters, closed storm drain- age, sidewalks on one side of the proposed street extension and to extend street and waterline the full length of the project. Mr. Pemberton also stated he would like to see the sanitary sewer labeled as a private sewer. Don Semrau, engineer for Mr. Berentson, addressed Council stating his reasons for the request and adding he felt there would not be a problem to anyone by allowing open ditches. George Savchenko, 3505 West 6th, stated his concerns regarding storm water runoff. He also asked that a gate be placed on ease- ment to the sanitary sewer. Richard Dildine, 1211 6th Street, also stated his concern over storm water runoff due to construction. Mayor Rice stated this meeting would be continued until tomorrow, June 17th, at 5:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers where Council would convene and then view the site. Specialty Seafoods Ian Munce, Planning Director, stated at the last Council meeting discussion had been held regarding the purchase of land in the urban renewal area by Specialty Seafoods. Since that meeting, dis- cussion evolved around the lease of property rather than purchase. A new proposal will be brought to Council at their regular meeting of July 7th. Baker View Estates - Final Plat Mayor Rice stated the Planning Commission reviewed the final plat of Baker View Estates and recommended approval. The developer, Mr. Ron Gold, has asked that the City accept a $1,000 cash payment in lieu of a playground. Mayor Rice pointed out there were several playgrounds in the vicinity of this plat and it would be more beneficial to the City to accept the money and apply it to other playgrounds in the City. Dave Ford, Director of Public Works stated he also recommended approval of the final plat. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the final plat of Baker View Estates be approved and the City accept a $1,000 cash payment in lieu of playground dedication. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Horn. Motion carried. Application for IAC Funds - Resolution Steve Colby, Park Director, stated IAC funds were available for improvements to the boat facilities in Washington park and he was requesting Council approval of a site plan and to make application for $50,000 in IAC funds for the improvements. Mr. Coleman moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the resolution approving application for funding and site improvements be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 884. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. KLKI Telethon Mrs. Horn moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that a resolution commend- ing KLKI on their fund raising efforts for Childrens Orthopedic Hospital be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 885. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Separovich, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement - Secondary Sewer Treatment Mayor Rice stated a public meeting had been called to discuss the supplemental environmental impact statement on the secondary sewer treatment plant site. Public comments would be accepted on the Supplemental EIS until July 7th. Bob Wubbena, Consulting Engineer June 16, 1986 - continued 761 from Economic & Engineering Services and Jim Jordan from Parametrics were present to answer questions. Mr. Barton, 403 East Park Drive, addressed Council regarding his concern that development in the area would not occur if a treatment plant were to be constructed on the proposed site. Other people in the audience expressed their concern over odors which may be emitted from the plant. Mr. Pres Holton discussed availability of sites. Mayor Rice stated acceptance of 50% funding for construction of the secondary sewer treatment plant will be on the July 7th Council agenda and Ian Munce stated application for a conditional use permit to construct the plant will be on the July 23rd Planning Commission agenda. There were no further comments, and Mayor Rice continued the meeting at 9:30 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.,: June 17, 1986. Executive C. Monahan, Secretar y Julv 7, 1986 / / James Rice, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Tom Duchemin, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to -the Flag. Roll call fount. present: Bill Coleman, Rill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the minutes of June 16, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Variance from Street Improvement Ordinance - West 8th & Kansas Mayor Rice explained a public hearing was opened at the June 16th meeting to hear a request by Buehl Berentson for a variance from the street improvement ordinance in the area of West 8th and Kansas. Council viewed the site and the hearing was continued to this meeting. Jim Pemberton, Maintenance Supervisor, displayed a transparency of the area as it now existed and another of what is proposed. Mr. Berentson, 3307 H Avenue, addressed Council and read into the record a statement, marked Exhibit A, offering reasons why the variance as requested should be granted. Ralph Rowland, 3508 West 6th Street, addressed Council describing some of the problems which exist in the area due to water runoff, and the dangers to children due to open ditches, and the lack of street lights and sidewalks. Mr. Berentson suggested a neighborhood L.I.D. would alleviate these problems. There were no further comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared -the public hearing closed. After discussion on various requirements to be imposed, Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the variance _request be approved subject to the following requirements: 1. Kansas .Avenue from West 7th Place to West 8th Place and West 8th Place to a point 30 feet beyond the west line of Lot 4 be required to be paved 24 feet wide in a curvilinear manner within the platted right of way to accommodate grade and speed control; 2. Lot 3 be permitted access through a private drive easement on Lot 4; 3. a hammerhead turn- around on West 8th Place be constructed in cooperation with the Fire Department and Public Works Department; 4. a fire hydrant be installed on West 8th Place per code requirements; 5. a pump to provide adequate water pressure for fire protection be installed.in an area agreed to by the City and developer; 6. Owner assume responsibility for proposed sanitary sewer on private property to 7th place; 7. Owner agrees the July 7, 1986 - continued 762 easement for sanitary sewer be for utilities only and not access; 8. the waterline be constructed as requested by petitioner and not to the east end of the proposed development. Mr. Rock then moved to amend the motion by requiring enclosed storm drainage and rolled curbs. Mrs. Smith seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Nayes - Brown, Horn, Stitt. Motion carried. Vote on original motion: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Vacation Request - 2nd from Commercial to Q Avenue and Q Avenuefron 2nd to 3rd Streets Mayor Rice declared the public hearing open to consider a request by the Port of Anacortes to vacate 2nd street from Commercial to Q Avenue and Q Avenue from 2nd to 3rd Streets. The vacation has been requested by the Port to accommodate a major expansion pro- posed by Dakota Creek Industries; the property does not abut the waterfront and there appears to be no practical need for use by the public. It is suggested that if the property is vacated that there be no charge to Dakota Creek for use of the property in an attempt to help local businesses expand. Richard Dildine, 1211 6th Street, addressed Council stating his opposition to the vacation as he felt the property was far more valuable to the people of Anacortes. Mr. Rock stated he felt a property trade for a sewer treatment plant site should be considered and asked what plans Dakota Creek had for the area. Mr. Dick Nelson of Dakota Creek Industries ex- plained the plans for constructing a heavy lift platform which would allow them to work with larger marine vessels. Pres Holton, 2320 11th Street, stated he wanted to see a trade of City property with Port property. There were no further comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the ordinance vacating 2nd street between Commercial and Q Avenue and Q Avenue between 2nd Street and 3rd Street, Original Addition to the City of Anacorted, be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2012. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Interlocal Agreements Dave Ford, Director of Public Works explained two interlocal agree- ments were proposed for Council consideration. One was between the City and Port of Anacortes regarding payment by the Port to the City of $15,000 conditioned on release of Scott Paper outfall. The $15,000 would be the difference in cost between connection to and rehabilitation of the Scott outfall and the City's construction costs for extending the existing outfall. Final costs would be determined by an audit at the end of the construction of a secondary sewer treatment plant. The secondagreement is proposed between the City of Anacortes and Dakota Creek Industries regarding relocation of a storm sewer out- fall. Dakota Creek Industries has agreed to pay the costs and re- locate an existing storm sewer outfall. Relocation is necessary due to a sea lift proposal. Cost of relocation is estimated at $30,000. The City agrees to expedite issuance of all necessary permits. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the City enter into the interlocal agreement, as proposed, with the Port of Anacortes and the interlocal agreement, as proposed, with Dakota Creek Industries. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. July 7, 1986 - continued 7 6 Demolition Bids - Water Treatment Plant Mayor Rice stated 3 bids were received for demolition of obsolete structures at the Water Treatment Plant in Mt. Vernon; these were as follows: Sheldrup Construction, Inc. - $145,551.00; Chris Berg Construction - $266,689.01; and Iconco of Nevada - $376,382.00. Dave Ford stated, after staff _review of the bids, it is their recommendation that the low bid of Sheldrup Construction, Inc. be accepted. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the bid of Sheldrup Con- struction, Inc. in the total bid amount of $145,551.00 be accepted. Vote: Ayes - Rick, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Grant Acceptance - Secondary Sewage Treatment Plant Mayor Rice stated a grant from the Department of Ecology has been offered to the City in the amount of 9.6 million dollars which would amount to a 50% grant of all eligible items. At the present time the City has to meet a compliance schedule of 1990 and he recommended that the grant be accepted. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Coleman seconded the grant offer from the Department of Ecology in the amount of 9.6 million dollars be accepted for secondary sewer treatment facilities. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Council individually commented on their appreciation of being offered the 50% grant but expressed their opinion on the lack of necessity for secondary sewage treatment. Sewer Rates Mayor Rice stated in September of this year an ordinance will be before Council to raise sewer rates $1.00 per month. Proposed Six Year Street Plan Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on a proposed Six Year Street Improvement Program, and then explained the plan is a yearly update of proposed improvements within the City and is required by State law. Mrs. Margaret Murphy, 1020 E Avenue, stated the proposed improvements enforce the need that developers be required to make improvements when developing their property. Jim Pemberton, Engineering Supervisor, reviewed the streets proposed for improvement. There being no further comments, Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the resolution adopting a revised and extended comprehensive street program be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 886. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Mens Groups Using Storvik Park Ballfield Steve Colby, Parks Director, stated his department has had requests in the past by mens groups to utilize Storvik Park for ball games. He explained the problems and liability involved and proposed a compromise of regulations, until the next Council meeting, by allow- ing ball games as long as a mush ball would be used. He would then return to Council with a proposal for on the use of the park for their review. Nola Davis, 504 Gibralter Road, stated her group had a game planned for July 26th and this would give Council a chance to view the pro- posal. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that mens groups be allowed to play ball in Storvik Park, on an interim basis, with the use of a mush ball. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. 764 July 7, 1986 - continued Specialty Seafood Lease Ian Munce explained the terms of a proposed lease with Specialty Seafoods to operate their business in the approximate location of Paragon Paintings in the Urban Renewal Area. Mr. Rock moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the resolution author- izing and directing execution of that certain lease agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Specialty Seafood I ncorporater.. a Washington Corporation, be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 887. Vote: Ayes.- Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Voucher Approval Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer (City Clerk - Treasurer) as. required by RCW 42.24.080, and those expense reim- bursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on Warrant Register which has been made available to the Council Committee. These vouchers are as follows: Month February March April May February March April May Mrs. Smith moved and the Council approve above list. Vote: Separovich, Brown. Claim Fund Voucher No. #1677 - 1960 1961 - 2236 2237 - 2532 2533 - 2914 Payroll Fund 1531 - 1787 1961 - 2236 2042 - 2296 2297 - 2555 Amount $308,502.83 296,012.92 287,678.08 511,609.69 215,963.19 207,072.66 213,737.29 213,599.10 Mrs. Coleman seconded that as of July 7, 1986 for payment those vouchers included in the Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rick, Coleman, Stitt, Motion carried. Utility Tax Amendment - Ordinance Mayor Rice explained an ordinance was before Council which would reduce the City Utility Tax on garbage from 7% to 3.40. This was done because of recent state legislation imposing a 3.6% State Utility Tax on the customer. Hence, the City's 3.4% plus the State's 3.6% totals to the current 7% utility tax currently being charged by the City. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1866 passed and approved on the 7th day of December, 1981 be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2013. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Discussion on Park Policy A discussion was held on park policies of the City of Anacortes. There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 10:15 P.M. C.!Mo alh i, Executive Secretary JjXmes Rice, Mayor July 21, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Pastor Bachman offered the invocation, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Absent: Ruth Horn. July 21, 1986 - continued 765 Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the minutes of July 7, 1986 by approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Citizen Hearings Mr. Pres Holton addressed Council stating his concerns over thefts taking place during the early morning hours and suggested a curfew law for the City be considered. Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, will obtain a copy of the proposed state ordinance dealing with curfews for Council review. Approval of Predesign - Secondary Sewage Treatment Facilities Dave Ford, Director of Public Works, stated the City is now in a position to move ahead with the predesign phase of the secondary sewage treat- ment project and the Department of Ecology would like to have some type of engineering report. Phase I of the predesign will provide that report. Mr. Ford explained the time frame and cost estimates involved in Phase I of the predesign. Mr. Gregg Kirmeyer of Economic & Engineering Services reviewed, with Council, the tasks and related costs involved in the Scope of Work. Mr. Dick Dildine addressed Council stating he felt citizens should not have to pay for calculations of future growth; this should be paid for by the developers. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the Scope of Work, estimated budget and time frame be approved as presented, and that a contract be entered into with Economic & Engineering Services and CH2M Hill to perform this work. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Nayes - Separovich. Motion carried. Mr. Rock asked that monthly reports from the Engineering Department be made available to Council for their review. Vacation of a Portion of 8th Street - Set Public Hearing Date -Resolution Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the resolution fixing August 18, 1986 as a time when the petition for vacation of a portion of 8th Street may be heard and determined by Council be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 888. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Cranberry Dam Dave Ford explained to Council that due to requirements of the National Dam Safety Act, a safety inspection was performed on Cranberry Dam. A report was submitted and the City subsequently hired Landau & Associates to do a study and confirm recommendations of the report. Mr. Ford discussed the findings of Phase I of the report and recommended the City proceed with Phase II of the Geotechnical and Hydrological Investiga- tion of Cranberry Lake Dam. After some discussion regarding costs, Mr. Stitt moved to instruct the City Engineer and Park Department to drain Little Cranberry Lake and remove the dam. The motion died for lack of a second. Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, commented at this time that one of the very few exceptions in the City's insurance is coverage of damage caused by failure of a dam. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that authorization be granted to proceed with Phase II of the Cranberry Lake Dam investigation. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Brown. Nayes - Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Baseball Policy Storvik Park Steve Colby, Park Director, stated a policy regarding the use of Storvik Park baseball field was given to Council for their review. He explained the policy would allow mens groups to use the ball field as long as a "mush" ball was utilized. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the proposed policy be accepted and entered into the Park & Recreation Policies. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Smith. Motion carried. 766 July 21, 1986 - continued Ambulance Service Mayor Rice explained discussions have taken place regarding whether the Fire Department should assume jurisdiction over the ambulance service for the City or if it should remain with Island Hospital and he was now asking that a decision be made regarding this matter. Each member of the Council cited reasons for arriving at the de- cision they made. Mr. Brown.moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the ambulance serv- ices remain as they are now. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Smith, Rock. Nayes - Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Mr. Phil Sandifer, Hospital Administrator, addressed Council stating that the current costs for the 911 system will soon be negotiated. Special Events Garbage Collection Mayor Rice explained to Council that he would like some direction from Council as what policy should be set regarding special events garbage collection, i.e., Taste of Skagit, Anachords, Flotilla of Wooden Ships, trailer groups coming to Anacortes, air show, Arts & Crafts Festival, Eagles Barbeque, etc. He has had requests at various times that this garbage be picked up on a no -charge basis and he felt a policy should be set. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that all special events groups who require garbage containers pay the standard fee. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Council Meeting July 28th Mayor Rice stated Council will have a pre -budget meeting with City department heads next Monday. Executive Session Mayor Rice stated Council will now meet in executive session to discuss the lease of real property. He then adjourned the meeting to executive session at 9:00 P.M. C.onahan, Executive Secretary August 4, 1986 Ace- 6/James Rice, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Brian Classen, followed by Pledge of Alle- giance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Absent: Bill Stitt. Minutes Previous Meeting Mr. Brown requested the minutes of July 21, 1986 be corrected as follows: Page 2, under Ambulance Service, the motion should read "Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the ambulance services remain as they are now and a joint committee be set up consisting of a member of the paramedic service, the ambulance service, the hospital administration and the City administration to look at the system as it is now in place and come up with guide- lines and policies that will make the system work to the advantage of the patients that need the service." Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the minutes be approved as corrected. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Eagles Barbeque Mayor Rice stated.the Eagles have requested that the east half of 7th Street and west side of Q Avenue be barricaded and cones be supplied for their annual salmon barbeque to be held on August 15th, 16th and 17th. August 4, 1986 767 Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Rock seconded that closures be approved and the City provide the Eagles with barricades and cones for their annual event. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich. Motion carried. Request for Marquee Mark Estvold, architect, addressed Council and displayed a drawing of a building he designed .for construction on the west side of Commercial at 17th Street. Part of the design included a marquee which is not addressed in the zoning code and he was requesting Council approval of the marquee. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that construction of a marquee be permitted and the Planning Commission be directed to set a public hearing on the matter of constructing marquees in Commercial and Central Business Districts. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Conditional Use Permit - Bed & Breakfast - Public Hearing Mayor Ri-e declared a public hearing open on a request for conditional use permit for the operation of a bed and breakfast establishment at 5708 Kingsway. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this request and recommended approval. There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the conditional use permit for a bed and breakfast establishment at 4708 Kingsway be approved. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Sanitary Sewer Surcharge Mayor Rice stated an ordinance was before Council which would establish a sewer surcharge fee of $1.00 per month effective September of 1986 and an annual increase of $1.00 per month would continue every September for 8 years. A review would be made next August to determine whether there is a need to increase the fee more than $1.00. Mr. Coleman moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the ordinance setting charges for use and furnishing.of sewer services of the sanitary sewage system of the City of Anacortes be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2014.. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Mayor Rice stated a study session would be held next Monday to hear a report on a meeting with the Department of Ecology regarding the City's compliance schedule for secondary sewage treatment facilities. Local Government Investment Pool Mayor Rice explained the last legislature approved the setting up by the State of Washington of a local government investment pool, which allows municipalities the use of another investment tool. A resolution is now before Council authorizing the City of Anacortes to participate in the pool. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown .seconded that the resolution authoriz- ing investment of City of Anacortes monies in the local government investment pool be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 889. Vote: Coleman, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Bids on City Property Mayor Rice stated the City called for bids on the sale of surplus City property at 20th & K Streets. Two bids were received: one from Gary Stromberg of Mt. Vernon in the amount of $100 and another from Girts Rekevics and Doug Richards of Anacortes in the amount of $3,000. It is staff's recommendation to accept the bid of Girts Rekevics and Doug Richards. Mrs. Horn moved and Mrs. Brown seconded that the bid of Girts Rekevics and Doug Richards in the amount of $3,000 be accepted. Vote: Ayes- Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. August 4, 1986 766 Voucher Approval Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer (City Clerk -Treasurer) as required by RCW 42.24.080, and those expense reimbursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on warrant register which has been made available to the Council Committee. These vouchers are as follows: Claims Fund Month Voucher Number Amount June 2915 - 3169 $303,730.84 Payroll Fund June 2556 - 2820 $209,807.44 Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that as of August 4, 1986, the Council approve for payment those vouchers included in the above list. Votes: Ayes - Brown,- Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich. Motion carried. 3% Real Estate Commission Ian Munce, Planning Director, addressed Council stating at the March 17, 1986 City Council meeting authorization was given to advertise for the sale of urban renewal property but action was omitted on the request to allow a 3% real estate commission for the sale or lease of the urban renewal property. (In the case of a lease, the 3% commission will be calculated from the fixed term of the lease.) Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Rock seconded that a 3% real estate commission for sale or lease of urban renewal property be approved. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Study Session Mayor Rice stated the recommended sewer hookup fees by the City's consulting engineers, Economic & Engineering Services will be discussed at next Monday's study session. Water Service Connections Mayor Rice explained the City currently does charge $10 to turn water service back on after a shutoff has been made due to lack of payment. He suggested Council consider charging a reconnect fee for other than delinquent payment reconnects. Arts & Crafts Mr. Separovich stated the Arts & Crafts festival this year was the most successful one yet and moved that a resolution be written thanking the Arts & Crafts Committee for their efforts. Mrs. Horn seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. There being no further business, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8:00 P.M. C.Mona an�,Exiecutive Secretary August 18, 1986 James Rice, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Father Clanahan, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock and Bill Stitt. The minutes of the August 4, 1986 meeting were approved on a motion from Mr. Brown seconded by Mr. Stitt. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Separovich, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. August 18, 1986 - continued Vacation of a Portion of 8th Street - Public Hearing Mayor Rice then opened a public hearing on a proposed adjacent to the City of Anacortes Housing Authority's Mrs. Elaine Lynch, Executive Director of the Housing duced the following statement" 769 street vacation Harbor House. Authority, intro - "The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Anacortes have requested that I appear tonight on behalf of the Housing Authority of the City of Anacortes, owners of the property abutting a portion of 8th Street referred to in the Resolution regarding street vacation. "Since the North half of 8th Street, between Q Avenue and R Avenue, provides the Housing Authority with access to the east side of Harbor House for fire fighting, as well as for the large boom type trucks used to paint the building, and other large trucks used for extra- ordinary maintenance, it was unanimously decided by the Board of Commissioners at their meeting held today, August 18, 1986, at 3:30 P.M. that they would object to the City vacating the portion of 8th Street referred to in the petition. However, as an alternative to the petitioner, the Board of Commissioners would consider that there would be no objection to the City vacating the South half of 8th Street, adjoining Tract 32 of the Tidelands, which is approximately 120 feet x 40 feet wide, provided that in the transaction with the City the north half, approximately 25' x 40' that adjoins Tract 21 of the Tidelands, be also vacated and that title be transferred to the Housing Authority of the City of Anacortes, any costs to be borne by the McKees and/or Assigns, and that the family also donate to the Housing Authority of the City of Anacortes, that portion of Lot 14, Block 25 lying within the Tidelands, along R Avenue. All legal costs and expenses of transfer to be borne by the McKees and/or Assigns, family heirs. It is only under these conditions that the Housing Authority will not then allow the Housing Authority sufficient access to the east side of Harbor House, and will not interfere with any drainage system that has been installed to eliminate the flood- ing of our property. If this transaction is not agreeable to the McKees and/or Assigns, then the Housing Authority of the City of Anacortes is not in favor of the petition for vacating that portion of 8th Street." Mr. Steve Jaffray, Maintenance Director of the Housing Authority, added that the vacation causes severe access problems for Housing Authority staff. There were no other comments. Mayor Rice closed the hearing. The Council decided to discuss the matter further at their September 2nd meeting. Secondary Sewer Treatment - 4th and T - Public Hearing Mayor Rice opened a public hearing on a conditional use application to locate a secondary sewer treatment plant on a site between 4th and 6th Streets and "S" and "T" Avenues. Mr. Barton of 403 East Park Drive spoke against the site because of the potential for negative impact on proposed tourist -related development plans and present property uses in the general vicinity. Mr. Pres Holton spoke in favor of utilizing the primary plant location and therefore recommended against this location. Mr. Dick Dildine spoke against the need for the City to comply with secondary sewer treatment requirements. Mr. Wayne Palmer, 412 5th Street, spoke against the application based on the potential negative impacts on the surrounding area. Mr. Gary Smith spoke in favor of locating the plant in a slightly different configuration. Mrs. Bauer spoke against the location and urged that the Council study the whole matter of site selection more carefully. Mr. Joe Lynch of St. Mary's Drive, spoke about the potential odor. Mr. John Noyes, 2429 12th St. stated that the effects should not ,be that severe. There being no additional comments, the public hearing was closed. After making the statement that the Council is keeping an option open rather than making a final site selection, Mr. Stitt moved that the conditional use application be approved. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coleman. Under discussion, Mr. Rock and Mrs. Horn spoke in favor of delaying action on this application and in favor of using property from the vicinity of the primary treatment plant. Mr. Coleman moved to table this motion until the next meeting. Mr. Brown seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Horn, Smith, Rock Motion carried. 770 August 18, 1986 - continued Lease -',Mt. Erie Mr. Steve Colby, City Park's Director, presented a resolution re".� newing the lease with Puget Power for the Mt. Erie communications site for a period of 25 years. Mr. Brown moved that this resolu- tion be adopted and given a number. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coleman and passed unanimously. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. There being no further business, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 9:00 P.M. C: Morfahan, Executive Secretary James Rice, Mayor September 2, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. followed by I Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, and Bud Rock. Absent: Bill Stitt The minutes of the previous meeting were approved on a motion from Mrs. Smith seconded by Mr. Brown. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Separovich, Horn, and Rock. There was no correspondence. Citizens' Hearings The question of the recently -installed channelization on Commercial Avenue was raised. Mayor Rice indicated that this would be the subject of a study session on September 8, 1986 in the Municipal Building Council Chambers beginning at 7:30 P.M. New Business The Council discussed a proposed sale of approximately 11 acres of Urban Renewal property to the Sugiyo Company. This firm proposes to initially employ 100 people in the surimi processing plant. Mrs. Horn moved that Resolution No. 891 be adopted. This Resolution authorizes the Mayor to execute sale documents to the Sugiyo Co. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rock. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Smith, and Coleman. Motion carried. The Council then took action to set October 6, 1986 as a public hearing date to consider a vacation request for that portion of 32nd St. lying between "R" and "T" Avenues. This street presently divides the property that the City is selling to the Sugiyo Co. Mr. Rock moved that a resolution setting this hearing date be adopted. The motion was seconded by Mr. Brown. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Coleman, and Separovich. Motion carried. The Public works Director then presented a No Parking Ordinance for Q Avenue in the vicinity of the Cap Sante Marina. This Ordinance had been discussed at a previous Council Meeting and the Council had asked that it be presented to them for action. Ordinance No. 2015 was adopted on a motion by Mr. Brown seconded by Mrs. Smith. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Separovich, and Horn. Motion carried. Old Business The Council addressed a street vacation request for a portion of 8th Avenue. A portion of the street in question presently divides property owned by Mrs. Billie McKee and abuts property owned by the City of Anacortes Housing Authority. Mayor Rice recommended that the vacation request by granted at no cost to Mrs. Billie McKee with a stipulation that Mrs. McKee transfer title at no cost to the Housing Authority the triangular piece of property she owns north of 8th together with title to the north 40 feet of 8th that is vacated to her. He stated that this action would ensure that the Housing Authority will own the property they need to access their facility and that both Mrs. McKee and the Housing Authority' are in agreement with this recommendation. Mrs. Horn moved that vacation request be granted subject to the stipulation detailed by Mayor Rice. Mr. Brown seconded this motion. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Separovich, Smith, and Rock. Motion carried. September 2, 1986 - continued 771 The Council then continued their discussion of a proposed conditional use permit to authorize location of a secondary sewer treatment plant south of 4th Avenue. This matter was the subject of a public hearing at a previous Council Meeting. Mr. Brown asked the Council to authorize a letter to the Port. of Anacortes requesting that they reconsider their opposition to releasing property to the City adjacent to the City's primary treatment plant. After some discussion Mr. Brown moved that action on the conditional use permit be delayed until the September 15 Council Meeting and that a letter be sent to the.Port Commissioners urging that the primary treatment plant location be utilized for secondary treatment. The.motion was seconded by Mr. Separovich. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, and Coleman. Motion carried. Public Works.Director, Dave Ford then presented an August 25, 1986 memorandum covering chemical bids. On a motion by Mr. Coleman seconded by Mr. Brown, the Council approved the Public Works Director's recom- mendation. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Separovich, and Horn. Motion carried. Mayor Rice reappointed Mr. Richard Dickison to the Board of Adjustment. He also announced Mr. Ron Doctor of the Arthur Young Company would be present at the next City Council meeting to discuss privitization of secondary sewer treatment plants and the possibilities for this approach to be utilized in Anacortes. The.meeting adjourned at approximately 8:15 P.M. September 15, 1986 Mayor .Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Brian Classen, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mrs. Smith noted that the minutes of September 2, 1986 should be corrected as follows: Page 2, 6th line, the sentence beginning "After" should read: "After some discussion Mr. Brown moved that action..." Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the minutes be approved with the correction. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Citizen Hearings Mr. Otis Piburn addressed Council and discussed fire protection for the west end of Anacortes. Lavina Longstaff addressed Council regarding the impoundment of her son's motorcycle. Conditional Use Permit Mr. Rock moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the Conditional Use Permit for construction of a secondary sewage treatment plant at a site located between 4th & 6th and T & S Streets be approved. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Nayes - Separovich. Motion carried. Mr. Rock commented he felt it was time to move ahead and there still may be a time when Council has to say no. Mr. Brown stated he wanted Dakota Creek and other users of the shoreline property to know that the City was not trying to impact them adversely, and the City was trying to put the plant in the best location possible. Mr. Separovich stated he felt the secondary treatment plant did not belong in the heart of town. Skyline Division 21 Mayor Rice stated that there were still some items pending in order to consider final plat approval of Skyline Division 21; therefore, this item was withdrawn from the agenda. 772 September 15, 1986 - continued Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on an amendment to the Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan. Jim Pemberton, City Engineer, explained the Urban Arterial Board had requested that, contrary to their previous information, they now wanted the 32nd Street project included on the Six Year Transportation Plan for 1987 to 1992. Mr. Pemberton also requested, as a housekeeping measure, that the proposed access road from Anacopper Mine Road into the Clearidge Subdivision be included in the Program. There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the amendments be approved and the resolution amending Resolution No. 886 passed and approved on the 7th day of July, 1986, adopting a revised and extended Comprehensive Street Program be adopted and given Resolu- tion No. 893. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Skagit County Solid Waste Program Mayor Rice requested Council approval of the Skagit County Solid Waste Program, wherein the County is the prime contractor for disposal of solid waste for the Cities within Skagit County for the next 20 years. He stated the cities will have a voice in any capital improvement expenditures, rate increases and tipping fees. The agreement has been signed by all the other cities. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the City of Anacortes' participation in the Skagit County Solid Waste Program be approved. Vote: Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown - Ayes. Motion carried. Mr. Erie Easement for Puget Power Mayor Rice stated Puget Power has requested an easement from the City for their powerline located from Hart Lake Road to the mountain summit and also to place underground, along the roadway, the existing overhead powerlines. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the easement be granted to Puget Power and the power lines be placed underground. Vote Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Key Deposit Policy Mayor Rice stated all the locks in the City will soon be replaced and due to problems in the past with keys being lost, he was requesting that a policy be set where a $50.00 deposit would be requested from any private citizen, club or part time City employee borrowing a key. The deposit would be returned at the time the key was returned. Discussion took place on the amount�of deposit. Mrs. Smith then moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that a policy be set where a $25.00 deposit fee will be charged any .private citizen, club or part time employee for the use of a key. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Police Department Petty Cash Fund - Resolution Mayor Rice stated the Police Department has requested, for in- vestigative purposes, that their petty cash fund be raised from the current $5,000 to $15,000. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the resolution amending Resolution No. 617, dated July 7, 1980, and as further amended by Resolution 807, dated July 16, 1984 adjusting the Police Department petty cash fund be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 894. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Amendment to Street Vacation Ordinance No. 2012 Mayor Rice stated an ordinance passed on July 7th, 1986 approving vacation of a portion of Q Avenue and 2nd Street omitted the in- clusion of the intersection. The ordinance before Council was to September 15, 1986 - continued 7 7 J amend Ordinance No. 2012 to include the intersection. Mr. Separovich moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2012, passed and approved on the 7th day of July, 1986 to correct an inaccurate legal description be adopted and given Ordinance No. 2016. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Specialty Seafoods, Ian Munce, Planning Director, addressed Council stating past negotia- tions with Specialty Seafoods indicated their interest in leasing a portion of Urban Renewal Property. Currently they are considering restructuring their proposal to purchase a portion of land with an option on additional property so they can expand. Mavor Rice stated this matter would be continued until Monday, September 22, 1986 for further discussion. Items to be Discussed Monday September 22, 1986 Mayor Rice stated the following items would be set for discussion on September 22nd: 1. Specialty Seafoods property acquisition; 2. tow truck policy, and; 3. an executive session to discuss possible contract. There being no further business, Mayor Rice continued the meeting at 8:30 P.M. to Monday, September 22nd, 1986 at 7:30 P.M. C. ona Zn�'E xecutive Secretary James Rice, Mayor Continued Meeting of September 15, 1986 to September 22, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Planning Director, Ian Munce, introduced a resolution authorizing a land sale in the City Industrial Park to Specialty Seafoods, Inc. After a. discussionof the details of this proposal, Mr. Rock moved that Resolution 895 be adopted. The motion was seconded by Mr. Brown. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Horn and Smith. Motion carried. The Council then informally discussed tow truck regulations and charges for reconnection of disconnected water service. Both of these items will be considered in detail at future meetings. Mayor Rice noted that Mr. Bob Rose had resigned from the City Forest Board and asked that the Council appoint Mr. Jim Merritt as his replacement. Mrs. Smith moved that Jim Merritt be appointed to the City Forest Board. Mrs. Horn seconded the motion. Vote: Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Rock and Coleman. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:30 P.M. 4 Ian S. Munce, Secretary Pro -Tem James Rice, Mayor October 6, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M., followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 774 October 6, 1986 - continued Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the minutes of Septem- ber 15th and September 22, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Citizen Hearings Mrs. Juddie Murphy addressed Council inquiring if there could be a fall cleanup similar to the spring cleanup program which would allow people to clean their yards of leaves, etc. without paying the extra $2.50 per bag for pickup. Mayor Rice stated he would look into the matter. He also stated during spring cleanup there will be a central area to dispose of hazardous wastes rather than being picked up by the sanitation trucks. Mayor Rice stated the company which has been filming,a movie in Anacortes has offered a small donation to the City for the use of the cannon in Causland Park. Because of the recent ground work done in Causland Park and time involved, Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the request be denied. Vote: Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Criminal Code - Ordinance Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, explained to Council the purpose of the Criminal Code ordinance and that it will provide the same penalties for offenses as the State Code. Mrs..Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that an ordinance to forbid and prevent conduct that inflicts, or threatens substantial harm to individual or public interests within the City of Ana- cortes, defining certain offenses, and providing penalties for violation thereof, and repealing ordinance No. 1766, and constitut- ing Code Section 9.02.010 to 9.02.130 be adopted and given Ordinance No. 2017. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Amending Washington State Model Traffic Ordinance Mr. Mansfield stated the amendment to the Model Traffic Ordinance was simply a housekeeping measure which added driving without a valid driver's license to the offenses that carry a potential or possible jail penalty. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the ordinance amending Section 3 of Ordinance No. 1732, passed and approved on the 6th day of February, 1978, and repealing Ordinance No. 1984, passed and approved on the 17th day of June, 1985 be adopted and given Ordinance No. '2018.- Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Vacation 32nd Street Between T & R Avenues Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on a request to vacate 32nd Street lying east of the east line of R Avenue and west of the west line of T Avenue. He explained this vacation would en- able Sugiyo U.S.A., who proposes to construct a fish processing plant in the Industrial Park, to utilize this area for their operation. Mrs. Margaret Murphy addressed Council stating her concerns re- garding the routing of through traffic in that area. Mr. Richard Dildine also stated his concerns over the loss of City right-of-way. There were no further comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mrs. Smith asked if the City would retain the 15' buffer strip and Mr. Mansfield stated this area would not be deeded to Sugiyo. In answer'to Mr. Dildine's question regarding leasing the right of way, Mr. Mansfield said there is no provision in state law to lease rights of way. October 6, 1986 - continued 775 Mr. Stitt stated there is confusion as to where the public interest lies and he felt the primary public interest is in having healthy in- dustries in the industrial area. Mr. Stitt then moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the ordinance vacating 32nd Street lying east of the east line of R Avenue and west of the west line of T Avenue be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2019. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Mrs. Horn stated she agreed with Mr. Stitt that in order to have healthy industry and job opportunities it is at times necessary to vacate streets such as has recently been done for Dakota Creek Industries. Industrial Park Land Sale to Anacortes Refrigeration - Resolution Ian Munce, Planning Director, indicated on a drawing the area to be purchased by Anacortes Refrigeration. He stated they are proposing to construct a shop building which would house their business along with areas for other businesses who may wish to lease from them. Mr. Separovich moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the resolution author- izing execution of that certain real estate purchase agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Anacortes Refrigeration be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 896. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Request for Waiver from Sidewalk Requirements - Sugiyo U.S.A. Mayor Rice stated the City has received a request from Sugiyo U.S.A. to waive the sidewalk requirement involving their proposed construc- tion in the Industrial Park. Sue Mortenson, representing Economic Development Association of Skagit County, read a letter addressed to the Mayor dated October 6, 1986 urging the City to waive the sidewalk requirements. Mayor Rice stated due to past actions it is difficult to grant a waiver on this request but he would recommend that the requirement for side- walks on T Avenue be waived and not on 34th Street. Mr. Separovich moved that the sidewalk requirement on T Avenue be waived, and that sidewalks be constructed on 34th Street. Mrs. Smith seconded the motion. Mrs. Smith then moved to amend the motion by allowing a two year extension on the construction of the sidewalk on 34th Street. Mr. Rock seconded the amendment. Vote on amended motion: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Vote on original motion: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Structure Demolition at Water Treatment Plant Mayor Rice stated the contract to demolish obsolete structures at the Water Treatment Plant is now complete with an estimated total project cost of $144,450 and an estimated retainage held of $6,700. It is requested that Council accept the project as complete and authorize re- lease of retainage monies provided no claims have been filed with Department of Labor & Industries. Mr. Rock moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the project be accepted as complete and authorization be given to administratively release retainage monies. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Limited Parking on 20th Street Between I Avenue and J Avenue Mayor Rice stated a request has been made by the Anacortes School District to limit parking on the north side of 20th Street between I Avenue and J Avenue to provide space for visitor parking. The Traffic Safety Committee reviewed the request and recommended approval. Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the ordinance limiting parking time on 20th Street between I and J Avenue to 15 minutes from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., Monday through Friday be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2020. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. 776 October 6, 1986 - continued Negative Cash Balance Mayor Rice explained, due to auditor's request, the Finance Depart- ment has to keep track of negative cash balances on a monthly basis. The resolution before Council will authorize interfund loans from a solvent fund to any fund which develops a negative cash balance. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the resolution regard- ing negative cash balances in the City funds and authorization for correction thereof be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 897. Motion carried. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Voucher Approval Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer (City Clerk Treasurer) as required by RCW 42.24.080, and those expense reim- bursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on warrant register which has been made available to the Council Committee. These vouchers are as follows: Claims Fund Month Voucher No. Amount July #3170-3465* $616,369.14 *3458-3459 -Aug. August #3458-3791* $469,064.79 *3460-3456 -Jul. Payroll July #2821-3086 $221,913.70 August .#3087-3357 $220,333.07 Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that as of October 6, 1986, the Council approve for payment those vouchers included in the above list. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Study Session Mayor Rice stated the Commercial Avenue traffic revision will be discussed at the Study Session on October 13th. There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8:30 P.M. ✓((/ /!/W'/'f/,&e � moi - 6elele� C. Monahan, Executive Secretary James Rice, Mayor October 20, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M., followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Absent: Bill Stitt. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Seaprovich moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the minutes of October 6, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Citizen Hearings Mr. Ben Root, representing the Ball Room Association and Tradition- al Music Society, discussed the upcoming Rag Time Band Program to be performed at Brodniak Hall on November 8th. The program will offer an opportunity to introduce the City Hall ballroom restora- tion program. Mr. Root invited Council to attend and gave them complimentary tickets for the occasion. City Purchase of Burlington Northern Railroad Right of Way Mayor Rice stated the City has recently been negotiating with Burlington Northern Railroad to purchase the railroad right of way from I Avenue to Illinois Avenue for the purpose of constructing a public trail and bike path approximately 15' to 20' wide from the Guemes Ferry to Ship Harbor area. If the City is successful in purchasing this property, any property not needed for the con- October 20, 1986 - continued struction of the trail will be for purchase at the same price Mayor Rice stated Interagency monies from sales to abutting the purchase of this property. 777 offered to abutting property owners per square foot as the City paid. Committee for Outdoor Recreation and property owners will provide revenues for Mr. Steve Colby, Park Director, addressed Council stating this trail is addressed both in the Park Comprehensive Plan and the City's Shore- line Plan. He asked Council to look at what it will add to the community in the future. Juddie Murphy addressed Council stating as a member of the Steering Committee of the City's Comprehensive Plan she was aware that this was a high priority of the Committee and urged Council to take action and find a way to afford the purchase of this property. Buz Paulson, abutting property owner, stated he felt the City does not have funds to purchase property or develop it. He also addressed security problems and the impact the trail would have on businesses along the trail. Mr. Rick Wallace, 818 25th Street, stated he and his wife participated on the Recreation and Tourism Committee, development of the latest Comprehensive Plan and they are also members of the Evergreen Islands. They highly support this purchase and feel it is a very sound plan to fund the proposal. Tom Wynn, 11th & B Avenue, stated his back yard faces Guemes Channel and he was concerned what kind of problems may be caused in the neighborhood due to parking and the possibility of creating a high crime area. Anton Lovric, Lovric's Sea, stated his concerns regarding disruption of his business by people utilizing the trail. Mr. Colby explained that adequate fencing could be placed around these areas with access for through use with gates. Preston Holton, 11th & B, questioned the maintenance of the area and the impact of the industries. Richard Dildine, 1211 6th Street, stated he did not see an alterna- tive to the City acquiring this property. Ben Root, 1417 6th Street, commented he felt it would be extremely far sighted on Council's part to.purchase the property and property owners may find that City ownership of the property would be more of a benefit than a detriment. Jerry McCormick questioned the financial aspect of the proposal. After Council discussed the long range benefits of the proposal and financial concerns, Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the resolution authorizing the purchase by the City of Anacortes of a portion of Burlington Northern right of way lying betwgen Illinois Avenue and I Avenue along Guemes Channel and directing the Mayor to take necessary steps to consumate said purchase be approved and given RESOLUTION NO. 898. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Seaprovich. Motion carried. Amendment to Sidewalk Requirements in the Industrial Park Mayor Rice stated because of the interest in purchase of land in the Industrial Park recently the subject of sidewalk requirements has been discussed and it is the recommendation of City staff that certain sidewalk requirements in that area be deleted. Dave Ford, Director of Public Works, stated he agreed with the proposal. Mrs. Horn moved and.Mrs. Smith seconded that an ordinance be drawn up to delete sidewalk requirements in the Industrial Park between and including 28th Street and 34th Street and R Avenue and T Avenue with the exception of the north side of 34th Street between R Avenue and V Avenue. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. 778 October 20, 1986 - continued Rezone Request Block 29 - Beales Maple Grove Addition from RM to HM Mayor Rice declared the public hearing open on the request to re- zone Lots 1 to 8 and 11 to 20 in Beales Maple Grove Addition and a portion of Government Lot 8 from residential medium to heavy manufacturing. Ian Munce, Planning Director, stated a public hearing was held by the Planning Commission and they recommended the rezone be approved. The purpose of the rezone is to make the area compatible with the zoning of the plywood mill and the industrial park. There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the rezone be approved as requested. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Nationwide Cablevision Lease Expansion Mayor Rice stated currently Nationwide Cablevision leases a 60' x 45' portion of City property on H Avenue for their satellite station. They are now requesting to expand the existing fence area 20 feet east to allow turning of one of the satellites. The lease fee would be increased by $450.00 per year. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Separovich seconded the request by Nation- wide Cablevision to increase their fence area by 20 feet with an added lease fee of $450 per year be approved. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Sale of Lot 14 Industrial Park Ian Munce stated Mr. Vito Ruzich, owner of Hydraulic Fishing, has, in order to expand his business, requested to purchase Parcel 14 (located behind Hydraulic Fishing) at the same price property is currently being sold in that area. Vito Ruzich addressed Council offering his employment history and the reasons for expansion. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the resolution authorizing and directing execution of that certain real estate purchase agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Hydraulic Fishing Supply, Inc. be approved and given RESOLUTION NO. 899. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Seaprovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Interlocal Agreement with Port of Anacortes Mayor Rice explained with the approval of a Shoreline Permit for the Port of Anacortes five years ago, conditions were attached to the permit requiring the construction of full street improvements over eight blodcs,.including sidewalks, in certain areas of the Cap Sante Boat Basin. The agreement before Council this evening spells out that within the next 3 years the Port of Anacortes shall pave, to City standards, three streets in the Cap Sante Boat Basin area and contribute $10,000 toward connecting necessary utilities. Bob Hogg, Chairman of the Planning Commission, stated he hasre- viewed and is happy with the agreement. He added the exact loca- tion of the 3 blocks to be paved will be determined through negotiations by the City and the Port. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the Interlocal Agree- ment between the City of Anacortes and the Port of Anacortes dated the 20th day of October, 1986 be approved. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Final Plat Skyline Division 21 Dave Ford reviewed the changes in the proposed final plat with Council and recommended the plat be approved. October 20, 1986 - continued 779 Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the final plat of Skyline Division 21 be approved. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich. Motion carried. Downtown Development Authority Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, read the ordinance creating the Ana- cortes downtown Development Authority by title and explained its powers of authority and that this Ordinance did nothing more than create the Authority. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the ordinance relating to job creation and economic development; creating the Anacortes Downtown Development Authority; enumerating the powers of the Authority; specifying the limited liability of the City under this Ordinance; authorizing and approving a Charter and Bylawsfor the Authority; establishing the Board of Directors to govern the affairs of the Authority; providing for dissolution of the Authority; and generally providing how the Authority shall conduct its affairs be approved and given ORDINANCE NO. 2021. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Restricted Parking on Commercial Avenue from 29th to 35th Streets Mayor Rice stated because of some problems relating to the restriping of.Commercial Avenue it has been suggested that parking on the west side of Commercial Avenue between 29th Street and 35th Street be pro- hibited. An ordinance prohibiting this parking was before Council for their approval. Discussion regarding the restriping took place with suggestions of left turn lanes at 15th Street and leaving the lanes as they are now until the first of the year to give it a chance to work. Mr. Brown moved that the parking be prohibited on the west side of Commercial from 30th Street to 35th Street. Mrs. Horn seconded the motion. Mr. Rock moved to table this matter until the latter part of December or first part of January. Mr. Coleman seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Separovich. Nayes - Horn, Brown. Motion carried. There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Rice adjourned the,, meeting at 9:30 P.M. C. Manahan, Execu_ti`ve Secretary ice Mayor November 3, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Pastor Alexander offered the invocation followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the minutes of October 20, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Citizen Hearings Mr. John Noyes, representing the Chamber of Commerce & Tourism and Events Committee, addressed Council regarding the "Taste of Skagit Event" proposed to be located in the downtown boat basin area of Anacortes on April 2, 3, 4, and 5 of next year. He explained how successful the event was this year and that it would continue to be held in Anacortes as part of the Tulip Festival. In order to help in promotion of the festival, Mr. Noyes requested the Council to budget $5,000 from the motel/hotel tax for this purpose. Mayor Rice stated this budget will be considered on November 18th. November 3, 1986 - continued 780 Personal Services Contract Mayor Rice stated Mr. Del Kahn has been staying on the Preston and performing certain duties while there. A resolution was before Council authorizing execution of a personal services agreement which would allow the City to pay Mr. Kahn $50 a month except for the months of June, July and August when he would receive $100 a month for services performed while staying on the Preston. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the resolution authorizing execution of that certain personal services contract by and between the City of Anacortes and Del Kahn, contractor, be approved and given RESOLUTION NO. 900. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Sale of 3 Parcels in Industrial Park Ian Munce, Planning Director, stated three agreements were before Council this evening regarding the sale of property in the Industrial Park. The proposals were from Ballenger Marine of Anacortes to operate a marine repair and equipment facility; Triad Marine of Mt. Vernon to construct a boat building operation; and Red River Fisheries to purchase a small portion of property for a net shed. All properties are proposed to sell at approxi- mately $1.00 a square foot. Council discussed the purchase price and the possibility of adding an anti speculation clause. It was decided not to add the clause to these particular agreements. Mrs. Horn moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the resolution author- izing and directing execution of that certain real estate purchase agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Triad Marine, Inc. be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 901. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the resolution authorizing and directing execution of that certain real estate purchase agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Ballenger Marine be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 902. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the resolution author- izing and directing execution of that certain real estate pur- chase agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Red River Fisheries be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 903. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Gelco Grouting Service Contract Jim Pemberton, Assistant Director of Public Works, explained to Council a sanitary sewer cleaning and T.V. inspection contract had been awarded to Gelco Grouting to inspect sewers within the northerly section of Anacortes. The contract was now complete and staff was requesting the contract, in the amount of $33,627.50, be accepted by Council which would start a 30 day lien period. He asked that, after this lien period, Council give staff author- ity to administratively release the 5% retainage if no liens were filed. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the Contract with Gelco Grouting be accepted as complete and that staff be allowed to administratively release the 5% retainage if no liens are filed after the 30 day lien period. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Sanitary Sewer Hookup Fees Mayor Rice stated an ordinance would be before Council at the next regular meeting which would reflect an increase, beginning next year, of $100 in sewer connection fees and a continuing increase of $100 per year for the next six years. Proposed Fees for Water Connect & Disconnect Service Dave Ford, Director of Public Works, explained Public Works crews are often called out after hours and on holidays to connect and November 3, 1986 - continued 781 disconnect water services, and to make repairs to meters damaged when people turned them on themselves. He stated he would like to see the costs involved in this recovered through a fee schedule for the service. The following fees were considered: $5.00 fee for disconnect and reconnection when requested and can be handled during regular work schedule; $10 fee for reconnection due to lack of payment; $40 fee for someone turning on meter themselves; and $40 fee for after hours or holiday reconnect. An ordinance reflecting these fees will be before Council for consideration at the next meeting. Towing Regulations Mayor Rice stated Council will consider, at the next meeting, an ordinance regulating towing company fees within the City. Business License Fees Mayor Rice stated Council will consider, at the next meeting, an ordinance regulating towing company fees within the City. Business License Fees Mayor Rice explained currently business license fees within the City are charged on a yearly basis and as some businesses only' perform a one-time service in Anacortes. Some consideration has been given to charging on prorated or monthly basis. He asked Council for their input on this proposal. Park Board Appointment Mayor Rice stated Linda Franulovich has been reappointed to the Park Board for another term. Secret Harbor School Mayor Rice stated that in a recent letter to the Editor of the Skagit Valley Herald a person indicated a Special Use permit to operate a transition home by Secret Harbor School had been denied by the City. He explained he wanted to make it clear that Secret Harbor had never been before Council for a permit and never been denied a permit for a transition home. Bill Coleman commented he has played golf for the last two years with Secret Harbor boys in their annual golf tournament and anyone would be proud of the way the boys acted. John Noyes addressed Council stating last month he had the opportunity to observe several of Secret Harbor boys cut wood in Skagit Valley for senior citizens and they work harder than any he has seen and felt they were "above reproach". Mayor Rice stated there would be a hearing held in the Hearing Examiner's Office at the County Court House on a request for a permit to operate a transition home and if anyone wished to offer their comments, they should write or contact the Hearing Examiner. Budget Sessions Mayor Rice stated budget meetings would begin on November 18th in the Council Chambers and anyone interested should attend. There being no further business, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8.30 P.M. C. onhan, Executive Secretary November 17, 1986 James Rice, Mayor Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Bitz, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. November 17, 1986 782 Minutes of Previous Ken Brown moved and meeting of November - Stitt, Separovich, carried. Meeting Mrs. Horn seconded that the minutes of the 3, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion Rezone Portion of 34th Street from RM to HM - Ordinance Mayor Rice stated rezone of a portion of 34th Street from Residential Medium Density to Heavy Manufacturing was approved previously by Council and an ordinance was now before Council for adoption regarding this rezone. Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded the ordinance amending the zoning code to change the zoning classification of a certain described area within the City of Anacortes from Residential Medium Density to Heavy Manufacturing be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2022. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Vacation of a Portion of 8th Street - Ordinance Mayor Rice stated previously Council approved the vacation of a portion of 8th Street in Bowman's Central Ship Harbor Addition. An ordinance was now before Council for adoption. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the ordinance vaca- ting a portion of 8th Street in the City of Anacortes, Washington be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2023. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Proposed Amendment to Sign Ordinance Mayor Rice stated he had received a request from Oregon Sign Corporation requesting a change in the Thrifty Food sign which would include Payless Drugs on the freestanding sign. The sign is now a non -conforming sign and in order to do this an amendment would have to be made to the sign ordinance. Mr. Separovich stated he felt some consideration should be given to allowing such a change so the name Payless Drugs can be advertised. Mr. Rock moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the request by Oregon Sign Corporation be denied. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Brown. Nayes - Separovich. Motion carried. Design Contract for Industrial Park. Ian Munce, Planning Director, explained the content of a proposal by URS Corporation to design the access road, utilities and barge loading facilities in the Industrial Park. He stated he had discussed the proposal with Dave Ford, Director of Public Works. Mr. Ford stated two concerns regarding fire hydrant and waterline design which will be taken care of and with that he approved of the proposal. Mr. Brown moved that with site visits and attendance at Council meetings when necessary included in the proposal, the City enter into a contract with URS for engineering services as specified. Mr. Separovich seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. Non -Union City Personnel Job Descriptions Mayor Rice stated Council had been given copies of the job descrip- tions of non-union personnel for their review. He was now asking that Council formally approve those job descriptions. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Coleman seconded that the non-union personnel job description be approved. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Street Vacation of a Portion of S Avenue - Resolution Mr. Rock moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the resolution fixing the time of December 15th when a petition for vacation of a portion of S Avenue in Block 15 and 16 of Beales Maple Grove Addition may be heard and determined by the City Council be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 904. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. November 17, 1987 - continued 78,3 Alley Vacation Portion of Block 15, Beale's Maple Grove Addition - Resolution Mr.Brown moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the resolution fixing a time of December 15th when a petition for vacation of an alley located in Lots 1-6, Block 15, Beale's Maple Grove Addition may be heard and determined by the City Council be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 905. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. Termination of Lease with Anacortes Plywood - Resolution Ian Munce explained the lease entered into between the City of Anacortes and Anacortes Plywood on July 1985 for the lease of property in the urban renewal area was now.requested to be terminated by Anacortes Plywood. All obligations of the lease had been met.and Mr. Munce recommended the termination be approved.. . Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded the resolution authorizing and directing execution of an agreement to terminate lease by and between the City of Anacortes and Anacortes Plywood, Inc. be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 906. Sale of Urban Renewal Property - Jurkovich Mayor Rice stated a Real Estate Purchase Agreement had been drawn up for purchase, by Branko Jurkovich, of urban renewal property in the area of 34th and T Avenue at a cost of $1.00 per square foot totaling $65,000. A counter offer has been submitted by Mr. Jurkovich which would change the property location slightly and reduce the amount of 40,000 square feet at a total cost of $28,000. Also Mr. Jurkovich requested the deletion of Page 9, paragraph 16, the words "and within the same period of time discontinue the Buyer's present boat building businesses at Stevenson Road and 25th Street". Mr. Munce stated he had no objection to the change in property description and amount or the deletion of the words in paragraph 16, but he felt the price should stay $1.00 per square foot. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the requested changes in the legal description and square footage to 40,000 in the purchase agreement be made along with the deletion of the words on Page 9, para- graph 16, but that the selling price remain at $1.00 per square foot and that the offer be accepted no later than November 28, 1986. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Skagit County Solid Waste Plan Mayor Rice stated previously County had approved, by motion, the Skagit County 1986 Solid Waste Plan but in order to satisfy State requirement it was necessary to pass a resolution adopting the Plan. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Separovich seconded the resolution accepting the 1986 Skagit County Solid Waste Management Plan as it relates to the City of Anacortes be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 907. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Budget Hearings Mayor Rice stated November 18th, 19th, 20th & 24th budget sessions will be held at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers. The public is invited to attend. There being no further business, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8:15 P.M. to an executive session to discuss possible trade of City property. C. Mo Executive Secretary James Rice, Mayor December 1, 1986 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Father Clenahan followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. December 1, 1986 - continued 784 Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the minutes of November 17, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Library Board Appointment Council voted unanimously to reappoint John Lienesch for another term on the Library Board. Police Surveillance of Sugiyo U.S.A. Property Mayor Rice stated questions had been raised regarding the appropriate- ness of the Anacortes Police Department providing surveillance of Sugiyo property in the industrial park which is currently being picketed. Police Chief Tony Lippe stated the Police Department had been approached by Cobra Construction of Everett who expressed a concern for -peace- keeping around Sugiyo property and asked if the City could provide constant patrol around the area. Members of the police department were polled and they were willing to work for the normal wage at time and a half plus benefits. The City is being reimbursed at $20 an hour for this service. Steve Mansfield, City Attorney, stated the issue had been looked at and it was decided this type of surveillance would be preferable over. Cobra Construction hiring off-duty policemen with the City being liable for any arrests made on behalf of Cobra. Council members expressed their concerns regarding the City becoming involved in policing private enterprise. Dean Maxwell, from the audience, questioned the police department being involved.in union activities. Chuck Mason of the Carpenter's Union questioned the reimbursement to the City in this matter. It was decided that the police department would no longer offer con- stant surveillance but would respond on an on-call basis. Sale of Urban Renewal Property - Jurkovich Ian Munce, Planning Director, explained that Mr. Branko Jurkovich had accepted the terms of purchase for urban renewal property as outlined by Council at their meeting of November 17th. Mr. Coleman moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the resolution authorizing direction and execution of that certail real estate pur- chase agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Branko Jurkovich be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 908. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Nationwide Cablevision Mayor Rice explained recently Nationwide Cablevision had been pur- chased by TCI Cablevision, a parent company, and the Council was being asked to approve transfer of the franchise granted by the City to Nationwide Cablevision. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the resolution consenting to assignment of franchise from Nationwide Cablevision, Inc. to TCI Cablevision of Washington, Inc. be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 909. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. 1987 Budget - Public Hearing Mayor Rice declared the public hearing open on the 1987 City of Ana- cortes budget. He stated the total amount of the budget for 198.7 is $13,344,617 which is less than 1986 which totaled $14,055,000 due to less capital outlay costs and a decrease in grants. December 1, 1986 - continued 785 Mr. Separovich asked George Khtaian, Finance Director, if there were monies in the budget which would allow an increase in the Mayor's salary and was informed that, because expenditures and revenues are estimates, there is a little extra at the end of the year. There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Rock stated his opposition to the hiring of 3 new .staff in the Engineering Department, Street Department, and Water Department and his concern over the monies received from sale of urban renewal property being transferred to other funds to pay for extra personnel when the money should be applied to paying off -the urban renewal notes. Dave Ford, Director of Public Works, explained the necessity for an extra person in the Engineering Department because, as more workload develops, at times it leaves him as the only person available to do inspections, etc., which is pretty costly for the City. For the two positions in the Water and Street Department funding would come from the Water Utility Fund and the Storm Sewer Fund. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the ordinance adopting the budget and salary schedule for all municipal purposes and uses for the year 1987 be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2024. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Nayes - Rock. Motion carried. Mrs. Smith moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the ordinance adopting the budget and salary schedule for all municipal purposes and uses for the year 1987 be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2024. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Nayes - Rock. Motion carried. Property Tax Levy Mayor Rice explained that in order to comply with statutory requirements it is necessary that a real and personal property tax be levied in the City of Anacortes. The total amount for 1987 will be $1,128,193. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Separovich seconded that the ordinance levying a tax upon real and personal property within the City of Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington, for municipal purposes for the year 1987 be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2025. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. Sale of Urban Renewal Property - Wooding, Franulovich, Sarah Lingwood Ian Munce,,Planning Director, displayed a transparency of the property in the industrial park to be purchased,by Bill Wooding who proposes to operate a deisel engine and heavy equipment repair shop; Tony Franulovich who wants to provide storage for fishing gear and possibly a small fish processing operation; and Sarah Lingwood's Kitchen who wants to move the current establishment of making gingerbread cookies to the industrial park area. All properties are proposed to be sold for $1.00 per square foot. Mr. Stitt moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the resolution authorizing and directing execution of that certain real estate purchase agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and William W. Wooding be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 910. Vote: Ayes - Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the resolution authori- zing and directing execution of that certain real estate purchase agree- ment by and between the City of Anacortes and Tony Franulovich be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 911. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Mr. Rock moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the resolution authorizing and directing execution of that certain real estate purchase agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Sarah Lingwood's Kitchen be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 912. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion carried. 786 December 1, 1986 - continued Utility Extension Agreement Mayor Rice stated an agreement between the City of Anacortes and Leeward development will be discussed at a future meeting. Voucher Approval Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer (City Clerk Treasurer) as required by RCW 42.24.080 and those expense reimburse-, ment claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on warrant register which has been made available to the Council Committee. These vouchers are as follows: Claims Fund Month Voucher # Amount September No. 3792 through 4146 $435,791.80 October No. 4147 through 4434 514,007.17 Payroll Fund September No. 3358 through 3622 220,500.98 October No. 3623 through 3883 214,292.09 Mr. Coleman moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that as of December 1, 1986 the Council approve for payment those vouchers included in the above list. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Industrial Development Bonds - Sugiyo Ian Munce explained a resolution was before Council which provides for the issuance by.Port of Anacortes of industrial revenue bonds on behalf of Sugiyo, U.S.A., Inc. and since the City was the entity having jurisdiction over the.planning process that we were required by State statute to approve issuance of the bonds. Mr. Coleman moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that.the resolution of the City council of the City of Anacortes approving the issuance of non- recourse industrial development revenue bonds by the Industrial Development Corporation of the Port of Anacortes for the Sugiyo,U.S.A. Inc. food processing project pursuant to R.C.W. 39.84.060 be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 913. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Policies Regarding Services Provided by City Crews Mayor Rice stated recently a movie company was in Anacortes and during that time they requested services of the City for which they agreed to reimburse the City. They left without paying for the services and Mayor Rice asked Council to consider some recommendations on how to handle, similar requests in the future. This subject will be re- viewed at a future meeting. Annexation of Forest Lands Mayor Rice stated consideration has been given to annexing all City forest landand steps are currently being taken to proceed with this. Sewer Charges, Water Connection Charges and Towing Regulations Mayor Rice stated the following ordinances would be on the next Council agenda for consideration: sewer surcharge rates, water connect and disconnect charges, and towing regulations. Meeting with EPA Re Secondary Sewer Treatment Mayor Rice stated last Tuesday that he, Steve Mansfield, Dave Ford and Ian Muhce met with EPA and DOE people. It appeared a compromise might have been reached of October 1992 when secondard treatment facilities will have to be constructed. Also discussed was the re- quirements for extension of outfall, 50% funding rather than 44% and a waiver from meeting discharge standards in winter months. He expects to hear from DOE within the next week. Property Adjacent to Library and Causland Park Negotiations have been taking place regarding a land trade of City property for property adjacent to Causland Park and the Library but it has recently been learned that that property has just been sold by Peoples Trust to a private party. December 1, 1986 - continued 787 Increase in Mayor's Salary Mr. Mansfield read an ordinance by title referenceing an increase in the Mayor's monthly salary to $2,916.67 per month. Mr. Separovich moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the ordinance amending Section 2 of Ordinance No. 1865, passed and approved on November 30., 1981, establish- ing a compensation plan for the Mayor of the City of Anacortes be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2026. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Coleman, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Nayes - Rock. Abstained - Stitt. Mr. Rock stated there was no question that Mayor Rice earned the salary, but again, he was concerned about a balanced budget. Mr. Stitt stated he was also sure Mayor Rice deserved the increase, but was not sure who- ever became Mayor after his retirement would. There was no further business to discuss and Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 9:00 P.M. �/ )��Ilev�, C. Monahan, Executive December 15, 1986 Secretary James Rice, Mayor Mayor James Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Invocation was offered by Pastor Todd Ferguson, followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn, Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Absent: Bill Coleman. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Rock seconded that the minutes of December 1, 1986 be approved as if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. 1986 Community Service Honor - Charles Hopke Mayor Rice stated it is his policy to honor an Anacortes citizen who has.performed outstanding community service. This year he was honoring Charles Hopke who has provided many hours of service to the Parks Department. Mr. Hopke was.presented with a plaque and a key to the City of Anacortes. Vacation of a Portion of S Avenue Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on a request by Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Eaton to vacate the west 25' to 35' of S Avenue adjacent to their property located at Lots 19 and 20, Block 16, Beales Maples Grove Addition. Mrs. Eaton addressed Council stating they wanted to construct a carport which would encroach intothe setback area and, therefore, needed the extra property. Dave Ford, Director of Public Works, displayed a transparency of the subject area. He stated the Engineering Department recommended the maximum that should be vacated is 15' and he was opposed to vacating 25' to 35' as there were ditches in the area.which would be encom- passed by the vacation and new ones would have to be put in. The Building Department felt 35' was excessive and a minimum right of way should be retained for garbage trucks and fire vehicles. Mr. Ralph Eaton addressed Council identifying the property he owned in the area and offered reasons why this right of way should be vacated. There were no other comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Brown moved and Mrs. -Horn seconded that approval be granted to vacate 15' of S Avenue right of way adjacent to the property of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Eaton at 702 35th Street. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Stitt. Motion carried. December 15, 1986 - continued 788 Vacation of Alley in Block 15 of Beales Maple Grove Addition Mayor Rice declared a public hearing open on a request by Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Eaton to vacate an alley in Block 15 of Beales Maple Grove Addition. Dave Ford stated there is a sanitary sewer located in the alley and an adequate easement would have to be granted to the City in order to maintain that line. Mr. Eaton stated he would be glad to grant the easement, he just wanted to join his two pieces of property. 'There were no comments from the audience and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Stitt moved and Mrs. Smith seconded that the request to vacate the alley in Block 15 of Beales Maple Grove Addition be denied. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried. Honoring Women's Club - Resolution Mayor Rice read a resolution honoring the Anacortes Women's Club for their seventy years of community service and contribution of $2,000 toward restoring the City Hall Ballroom. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the resolution of the City Council of the City of Anacortes expressing appreciation to the Anacortes Women's Club for their contribution towards restoration of the City Hall Ballroom and honoring and commending said club for its seventy years of service to the community be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 914. Vote: Ayes - Horn, Smith, Rock, Stitt., Separovich, Brown. Motion carried. Amend 1986 Budget - Ordinance George Khtaian, Finance Director, addressed Council explaining the need to amend the 1986 budget and expend additional revenues in the following funds: Library; Street; Tourism; Forest Land Management; Community Development; Federal Revenue Sharing; Washington Park Campground Upgrade; Library Expansion Project; Cap Sante Improvement City Medical Benefit Plan; and Firemen's Pension. Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Stitt seconded that the ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1998, approved and adopted on December 16, 1985, and entitled "An Ordinance Adopting the Budget and Salary Schedule for all Municipal Purposes and Uses for the Year 1986" be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2027. Vote: Ayes - Smith, Rock, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn. Motion carried. 1986 Year End Cash Transfers George Khtaian explained the year-end cash adjustment transfers were for final debt service payment to the Water Fund. Mr. Separovich moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the ordinance re- questing Council approval of various 1986 year-end cash adjustment transfers between City funds be adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 2028. Vote: Ayes - Rock, Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith. Motion carried. L.I.D. 195 Loan from General Fund - Resolution Mayor Rice explained because of pending litigation monies were ex- pended on preliminary engineering for L.I.D. 195 and expenses were charged against the General Fund which now requires repayment by L.I.D. 195 fund. The resolution before Council authorizes this repayment. Mr. Stitt moved and Mr. Brown seconded that the resolution authori- zing a loan .from the General Fund (001) to .the Local Improvement District Fund 195 (725) and setting forth amounts and rates appli- cable thereto be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 915. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock. Motion carried. Reappointments Mayor Rice stated the following reappointments have been recommended to the various boards: Karmen Hardy, Civil Service Commission; Willard Evans, Housing Authority; Girts Rekevics, Community Center Board; Jim Malson, Community Center Board; Charles Kiel, Forest Advisory Board; Michael Brogan, Museum of History Board December 15, 1986 - continued 789 Ruth Horn moved and Bud Rock seconded the above reappointments be approved. Vote: Ayes - Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Stitt. Motion carried. Mayor Rice thanked Mrs. Margaret Murphy for her work in providing in- formation regarding makup of City Boards and Commissions. Veto of Ordinance No. 2026 Mr. Separovich moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that, due to the absence of one Council member, the matter of reconsidering the Mayor's salary be tabled until the January 5, 1987 meeting. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Stitt, Separovich. Nayes - Rock.' Motion carried. Regular Meeting and Study Session Mayor Rice stated the next regular meeting of City Council will be held on January 5, 1987 and a study session.will be.held on January 14th to discuss restriping of Commercial Avenue and an update on secondary sewage treatment requirements. Restriping of Commercial.Avenue Mrs. Horn brought to the attention of Council an article written in the Seattle Post Intelligencer newspaper on Tuesday, December 9th regarding the restriping of Commercial'Avenue. She asked Glen Huntley of the Skagit Valley Herald if it was possible for his newspaper to reprint this article. There being no further business, Mayor Rice adjourned the meeting at 8:10 P.M. to a study session to discuss Park and Cemetery policies and procedures. C. Monahan, Executive Secretary James Rice, Mayor January 5, 1987 Mayor Rice called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M., followed by Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call found present: Bill Coleman, Bill Stitt, Ray Separovich, Ken Brown, Ruth Horn,.Helen Smith, Bud Rock. Minutes of Previous Meeting Mr. Brown moved and Mr. Coleman December 15, 1986 be approved a Separovich, Brown, Horn, Smith, seconded that the minutes of if read. Vote: Ayes - Stitt, Rock, Coleman. Motion carried. Old Business - Veto of Ordinance No. 2026 Mr. Separovich discussed the attributes and performance of Mayor Rice and moved that the veto of Ordinance No. 2026 increasing the Mayor's salary be overridden. Mrs. Horn seconded the motion. Under discussion consideration was given by Council that, although the Mayor was de- serving of an increase, .this expenditure was not included in the 1987 budget process and also the Mayor's wishes regarding this matter should be appreciated. Vote: Ayes - Separovich. Nayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt. Motion failed. Chamber of Commerce Contract Mayor Rice explained a resolution was before Council directing execu- tion of a contract with the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce which would authorize the City to pay the Chamber of Commerce $9,056 for the year 1987 to advertise, and publicize and distribute information to attract visitors and encourage tourism in Anacortes. Mrs. Smith moved and Mrs. Horn seconded that the resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor and City Clerk -Treasurer to execute a contract by and between the City of Anacortes and the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce be adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 916. Vote: Ayes - Brown, Horn, Smith, Rock, Coleman, Stitt, Separovich. Motion carried.