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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974 City Council Minutes280 December 179 1973 A resolution was read authorizing filing of application with the Office of Community Development for a loan to provide for the planning of public works These improve- ments generally described as aid in financing cost of land preparation for mayor water system improvements project of which the principal elements are two water storage reservoirs, a water supply booster station, supply mains, mayor distribution mains and pressure reducing stations Motion made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this resolution be approved and adopted and give RESOLUTION NO 378 Roll Ayes --Nicholson, Rice, Sortun, Nelson, Mansfield. Motion harried A resolution was read designating Charles Davenport, City Manager of the City of Ana- cortes, as the representative of the City to the Department of Housing and Urban Development Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Sortun that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO 379' Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Nelson, Mansfield, Nicholson Motion carried The City Manager reported that he had attended a meeting with several local clubs concerning the disposition of the Burlington -Northern Depot The local clubs would like to have the building for an Art Center Mayor Rice announced that this was Dr Nicholson's last meeting as a City Council- man and thanked him for all the services he has performed for the community. Dr. Nicholson in turned thanked all the residents of Ward I who have supported him in the nine years he has been a Councilman, and thanked the City Council and all citizens of Anacortes for their cooperation f- Their being no further business to come meeting to be adjourned at 8 45 P M tU 4�a ` - 1� Kathryn Lowry, tity Clerk - Treasurdr January 79 1974 before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the J es Rice, Mayor A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P M on January 7, 1974 The invocation was given by Rev Egertson of the Lutheran Church The City Clerk gave the oath of office to the following four new Councilmen Mr Jerry Mansfield, Mr Henrik,Sortun, Mrs Bettye Bryant and Mr Ray- Separovich. A '\% A% 1% Roll Call Bettye Bryant, Jerry Mansfield, Ray Separovich, James Rice Henrik Sortun, Floyd Lunsford, Gary Nelson The Mayor called upon the Council to elect a Mayor for the ensuing two year term A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that James Rice be chosen as Mayor for the next two years Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice Sortun, Lunsofrd, Bryant Abstain --Nelson Motion carried A motion was made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Mansfield that Gary Nelson be selected as Mayor Pro -Tem for the next two years. Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, LunBford, Bryant Abstain --Nelson Motion Carried Mayor Rice then appointed Jerry Mansfield as Chairman of the Finance Committee, with Henrik Sortun and Floyd Lunsford serving with him on the Committee. Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting which was herd on December 179 1973. Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Sortun that minutes be approved as if read Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsofrd, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried. A letter was presented to the Council from the Skagit Mental Health Group in regards to the Vertex program which is presently holding meetings in the Anacortes YMCA The' Vertex program is a State Funded and Certified Drug Abuse Prevention Program and they would like to have Council permis'sion to continue holding their meetings in the YMCA Faciiities A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Separovich that permission be granted with the understanding that they also have permission from the YMCA board Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried ' Mayor Rice thanked outgoing Councilman Robert Perry for his time and services on the Council A letter was read from Mr Robert Leaver of the Board of Certification of the American Water Works Association announcing that a Certificate of Competency for promotion of Brian Worcester to Purification Plant Operator II has been issued 1 i January 79 1974 2 8 1 The request for a variance from San Juan Marine Service to have a welding operating facility in the building they occupy at 13th and Commercial was again discussed The Uniform Building Code requires an occupancy separation between mixed occupancies in buildings and occupancy separations are requmed to be vertical, horizontal or both, to afford a complete separation between the various occupancies Three proposals were presented and the Council asked the City Manager to check with San Juan Marine Service to see if they would consider the third proposal Council permission was asked to renew some contracts with Puget Power One is for electric service covering water pumping stations #1 and #2 near Avon The other one is for the Sewer Lift Station at 11th and B and the Sewage Treatment Plant at 3rd and R Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that permission be granted to renew these contracts with Puget Power Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice Nayes--Nelson Motion carried A recommendation was received from Director of Public Works, David M Ford, to go along with a request from the County to include Anacortes Streets in Federal Aid Secondary System The streets included in this would be "A" Avenue from the south city limits to 37th Street, 37th Street from "A" Avenue to "D" Avenues, "D" Avenue from 37th to SR 20 (12th Street) It will, basically, be a "house- keeping" measure which will aid the County in placing a portion of Havekost Road from the Lake Erie function northward to the Anacortes City limits on a Federal Aid Secondary System, and therefore, will aid in up -grading this portion of Havekost Road Federal regulations state that a Federal Aid Secondary System must terminate with another F A S system, and therefore, the extension along "A" Avenue, 37th Street and "D" Avenue to 12th Street would be a logical extension of the County system and would terminate on the present F A S road (12th A resolution on this was read authorizing these streets to be in the F A S Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Sortun that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO 380 Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried A request was received from Puget Power asking about possibility of purchasong some City property, as Puget Power's plans for 1974 call for the acquisition of additional property for the conversion of Reservoir Substation on the Heart Lake Road from 55KV to 115KV The City owns property immediately to the east and they would like to purchase a parcel approximately 60' x 106' between the East line of their property and the City's chain link fence Action on this request was tabled until further information can be obtained An ordinance was read vacating the North ten feet of that portion of 33rd Street, lying East of "D" Avenue and contained within the Cooley and Kipp's plat to the City of Anacortes Motion was made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO 1611 Roll Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried An ordinance was read amending Ordinance No 1583 which is the budget and salary schedule for the year 1973 The ordinance provides for an additional expenditure in the Cemetery' Department in the amount of $2,058 00 1 Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Nelson that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO 1612 Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Ssrtun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried. An ordinance was read amending Ordinance No 1583 which is the budget and salary schedule for the year 1973 The ordinance provides for an additional expenditure in the Equipment Rental Department in the amount of'$291 00 Motion made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Separovich that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO 1613 Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried A resolution was read authorizing the City to sign a Relinquishment of Easement for the purpose of correcting an instrument granting to the City of Anacortes a prior easement The original easement granted an easement over, along and across certain property for the purpose of providing access from the Heart Lake Road to Lake Erie, and whereas, the instrument granting said easement also provided for easement rights over, along and across certain property lying to the east of the Heart Lake Road contrary to the intention of the parties A motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Sortun that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO 381 Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried January 79 1974 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor of the City of Anacortes to write a letter on behalf of the City Council of the City of Anacortes to the Governor of the State of Washington protesting the Governor's designation of December 24, 1973 and December 31, 1973, as legal holidays Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO 382 Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried. Claims against the City for the month of December 1973 were presented as follows Salaries and Wages 709639 07 Expenditures 55,955 57 to Upon approval of the Finance Committee, motion was made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Separovich that claims be approved and warrants drawn for same Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfieldg, Separovich, Rice Motion carried Mayor Rice announced that an "Anacortes Day" would be held at Expo 74 in Spokane and that members of the school bands would be attending to represent Anacortes and they would be in need of funds to finance the trip and anyone wishing to donate to this cause could make donations to Mr Dick Werttemberger at People's National Bank , I whe City Manager reported that he had been advised by letter from Mr L Edwin Coate, Deputy Reginal Administrator for the Environmental Protection Agency, that the Anacortes water system has been classified as "Provisionally Approved" with the classification to expire September 1, 1974 Atithat time, the State and the EPA will review the systems program in correcting deficiencies as follows 1 --Implementation of a strong cross -connection control program 2 --Documentation of a scheduled program to cover or replace the two open reservoirs, with estimates of time required and projected dates of complieance I 3 --Elimination of existing connection between,Whistle Lake and the potable water system The City Manager requested Council permission to make application to the Traffic Safety Coi�mi.ssion for the purpose of obtaining a radar speed gun unit This is a portable hand unit which can be used by the police department as well as the engineering department in taking speed samplings for speed control The purchase price is $898 28 which is 100% fundable grant by the Traffic Safety Commission Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Sortun that permission to apply for this grant be approved Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried r 1 1 The City Manager requested a study session with the Council be had' on January 10,1974 Mayor Rice announced that on January 16, 1974 the Council would be meeting with Port of Anacortes, School Board, and Hospital Board This meeting will be held at the Harbor House Mayor Rice ingured of the Public Works Director as to what progress was being made on pending L I D 's Mr Ford stated that estimates on these should be completed by the end of the week t There being no further business to come before the Council Mayor Rice declared the mee ing to be adjourned at 8 45 P M r Kathryn Lowry, C� y Clerk -T easurer /James Rice, Mayor Kathryn Lowry,., Ci E January 21, 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P M on January 21, 1974 1 The invocation was given by Rev Evert Seymour of the Free Methodist Church Roll Call Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr Ray Separovich, Mr James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson Absent Mr Jerry Mansfield Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on January 79 1974 Motion made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that minutes be approved as if read Roll Ayes --Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried. ` l January 21, 1974 Mayor Rice called for guest hearings There were none 1283 A letter was read from the Washington Alpine Club of Seattle requesting permission to use Mt Erie for rock climbing practice on May 11, 1974. Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Separovich that permission be granted with the under- standing that the City would not be held responsible for any accidents Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried A letter was read from Mr Dallas Kloke stating that Mr Erie is fast becomeing an "eye sore" He stated that littering is widespread with bottles, cans, papers, and broken glass He suggested the possibility of putting a gate at the bottom and keeping motorized vehicles from going up He made several other suggestions and the Council directed the City staff to look into the matter and to check it out with the Park Superintendent Council permission was asked to call for bids for liablity and fire insurance for the City Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Sortun that permission be granted Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich Motion carried Conversion of the oil furnace to gas at the Police and Fire Hall was discussed Fire Chief Bowen stated that the present furnace was working alright and the only reason a change had been suggested was because of the availability of diesel fuel He stated that there was no immediate need to make a change A larger burner for the gas fired furnace at the Library was discussed The Building Inspector stated that the burner they have now is much too small to adequately heat the Library and that a larger burner is needed. The cost to make this change would be $1227 00 The City Manager stated that this had not been budgeted in the 1974 budget but the Library has a contingency fund from which this could be paid A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Separovich that a new burner be purchased for the Library Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried Council permission was asked to call for bids for one police car and one compact car, and a new street sweeper These items having been provided for in the 1974 Total to various funds 5969689.14 Bonding Attorney Fees 19204.69 Bond printing 606.17 Financial Consultant 19500.00 600,000.00 All operating funds of the City are now, as of January 1, 1974 without a deficit. The City is still faced with a continuing problem pertaining to the water fund. It is hoped that recent actions will soon resolve this so that the City will have a definite course of action to take pertaining to keeping the water utility solvent. In connection with the water situation Mayor Rice stated that it is quite possible that water rates will have to be raised. He stated that residential users are now paying at a higher rate in comparison to what industry is paying. It was pointed out that the industrial contract users are paying in accordance with their contracts and not in accordance with a recent City ordinance establish- ing higher rates for industries, although they are being billed at the higher rate. A letter was read from the Port of Anacortes stating that they find it necessary to request the City of Anacortes to review the C-2 zoning of Port owned property in the following location That property lying south of 4th Street to 6th Street between "S" and "T" Avenues. Also, that property south of 6th Street to 8th Street extended between "S" and vqptAvenue owned by the Port of Anacortes. Motiom_made budget to call Motion made by Mr Lunsford for bids be granted Roll and seconded by Mr Nelson that permission Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried A report was given on the distribution of the proceeds received from the sale of $6009000 worht of Councilmatic Bonds The inoney was distributed as follows Current Expente Fund 409690.95 Water Department Fund 3629200.48 Cemetery Fund 149483.74 Park Fund 79140.42 Library Fund 109872.30 Street Fund 699024.68 Open Space Fund 92,276.57 Total to various funds 5969689.14 Bonding Attorney Fees 19204.69 Bond printing 606.17 Financial Consultant 19500.00 600,000.00 All operating funds of the City are now, as of January 1, 1974 without a deficit. The City is still faced with a continuing problem pertaining to the water fund. It is hoped that recent actions will soon resolve this so that the City will have a definite course of action to take pertaining to keeping the water utility solvent. In connection with the water situation Mayor Rice stated that it is quite possible that water rates will have to be raised. He stated that residential users are now paying at a higher rate in comparison to what industry is paying. It was pointed out that the industrial contract users are paying in accordance with their contracts and not in accordance with a recent City ordinance establish- ing higher rates for industries, although they are being billed at the higher rate. A letter was read from the Port of Anacortes stating that they find it necessary to request the City of Anacortes to review the C-2 zoning of Port owned property in the following location That property lying south of 4th Street to 6th Street between "S" and "T" Avenues. Also, that property south of 6th Street to 8th Street extended between "S" and vqptAvenue owned by the Port of Anacortes. Motiom_made 284 January 21, 1974 by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Nelson that this request be turned over to the Planning Commission. Roll. Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford. Motion carried. The Treasurers Report for December 1973 was given as follows - Receipts 198979135.80 Rec. and Balances 294429514.28 Disbursements 197849377.44 Balance 6589136.84 Investments 193689572.42 The City Manager asked for a Council study session on Thursday to go over the 12th Street project and stated that he would have a report on water situation at that time also. The City Manager asked for permission to retain Mr. Jim Gay of the firm of Roberts, Shefelman, Lawrence, Gay and Moch as a bonding consultant for a water L.I.D. The Council gave permission for this request. Councilman Nelson inquired about the City's polidy with utility companies when it is necessary for them to break up the paving to install lines. He stated that lots of cuts are being made and are not being replaced right. Public Works Director, David Ford, stated that they have to obtain permission to make the cut. Some discussion took place on this with the idea in mind that something might be done to make sure that the Utility Companies replaced the paving in as good a shape as it was before they made a cut The City Staff was asked to look into this and report back on the ordinance covering this. Mayor Rice announced that there would be a Council study session on Thursday January 24, 1974 at 7.00 P.M. at which time the improvements to 12th Street from Commercial Avenue west would be taken up. Anyone interested in this is welcome to attend the Study session. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8.30 P.M. t Lo it Clerk` Trea are �( wry, y , s r Rice, Mayor 4 February 4, 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by mayor James Rice at 7 30 P M on February 4, 1974 The invocation was given by Rev Richard Rude of the First Baptist Church Roll call Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr Jerry Mansfield, Mr Ray Separovich, Mr James Rice, Mr Henrik Sortun, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on January 21, 1974 Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Separovich that minutes be approved as if read Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun „ Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried Mayor Rice called for guest hearings There were none A recommendation from the Planning Commission was read in regards to request from Mr B P Falkenberg for a one year extension on zoning contract for the property located on 29th Street in Anacortes, Washington The Planning Commission recommended that this request be denied unless Mr Falkenberg could present some more ,justification for this request The Council did not act on this as they felt Mr Falkenberg should have a little more time in which to present his ,justifications for the request A request was received from the Skagit Valley College basic mountaineering class asking for permission to use Mt Erie for rock climbing practice on April 27th, and April 2B, 1974 Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that permission be granted with the understanding that the City would not be held liable for any accidents Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried A letter was read from Mr Wesley Rewhauser in which he stated he found it necessary to resign from the Planning Commission 1 1 X85 Feb 4, 1974 Cont An agreement with the Washington State Highway Department was read The agreement basically states that the City agrees to pay the State Highway Department the sum of $13,565 56 This is the actual cost the State Highway incurred in relocating drainage facilities under the State Highway contract on SR 536 Relocating was necessary due to conflict between drainage facilities and the City's existing 36 inch water main located on existing right-of-way of SR 536 The City's water main occupies the right-of-way under State Franchise 2473 and under this Franchise is obligated to pay or do whatever is necessary to avoid any conflicts with maintenance or construc- tion within the highway right-of-way motion was made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Sortun that the City sign this agreement and pay the costs involved Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Mansfield Motion carried A letter was read from Police Chief Dragovich advising that the City has made application for a Law and Justice Planning Agency grant for the funding of an access terminal (Teletype) to be located in the Police Department The amount of the grant would be $2,602 00 and supplies and operating expense including the leasing of a line for a year will amount to $1,020 00 This amount would be paid by the City This system would be connected with various computerized files in Washington, D C , Department of Motor Vehicles in Olympia, Washington, Crime Information Center, Inland Empire Police Informa- tion Network and the Seattle -King County Police Information Network It was recommended that if and when a grant is offered, that the Council con- sider and approve accepting the grant 1 Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that the Council approve acceptance of such a grant if and when offered Roll Ayes --Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Nayes--Sortun The Public Works Department requested Council permission to sign and execute a contract change order for a time extension on Commercial Avenue project The request for extension results from late delivery of lighting standards and the requirement of warmer weather to correct deficiencies in asphalt paving It was requested that the time be extended to May 15, 1974 The change order would result in no increase or decrease in contract price Motion made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this change order be approved Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice Motion carried A request from Puget Power in regards to purchasing a parcel of City owned land approximately 60' x 106' between the East line of their property and the City's fence on Heart Lake Road was discussed A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Separovich that this request go to the Park and Recreation Board for their consideration Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried A request was received for Council permission for the City to direct Stevens, Thompson and Runyan to proceed with final printing of the Topics plan and Arterial Circulation Plan Motion made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Nelson that permission be granted for the final printing Roll Ayes -- Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried A request was receivedi for Council permission for the City to direct Stevens, Thompson and Runyan to proceed with design surveys and preliminary design on the 12th Street project Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Sortun that permission be granted to proceed with the preliminary design and surveys Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice; Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried An ordinance was read providing for the issuance of bonds of Local Improve- ment District No 115 in the principal sum of $32,170 07 Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Separovich that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO 1613 Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried An ordinance was read establishing sewer connection and inspection fees and relating to the granting of permits for connection to City sewers, and re- pealing Section 13 of Ordinance No 1150 and Ordinance No 1586 and consti- tuting Sections 6-5 13 through 6-5 13 6 of the Official Code This ordinance provides for a basic connection fee of $250 00 for all sewer connections made on or after January 1, 1973 There shall be added to said basic connection fee the sum of $30 00 for connections made on or after January 1, 1974, and 286 Feb 4, 1974 Cont an additional sum of $30 00 shall be added each year for connections made after January 1, of each succeeding calendar year through and including the calendar year 1985 motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO 1614 Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried The City Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance for the next meeting for the purpose of making refunds to those who have paid $500 for a sewer connection A resolution was read establishing rates for parking, boat launching, over- night camping and trailer parking at Washington Park, Anacortes, Washington The following fees to be charged Boat launching------------------------ $3 00 each launch, in & out Overnight camping--------------------- 3 00 each night Trailer parking----------------------- 1 00 for ea 24 hr period Annual boat launching fee------------- 16 00 Annual combined boat launching & parking fee 26 00 Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Sortun that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO 383 Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried A letter was read from the Guemes Island Community Club asking for City support of their efforts in attempting to have a new ferry for Guemes Island Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mrs Bryant that the City support this effort Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice Neyes--Nelson Motion carried A motion was made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mr Sortun that the City set a public hearing date of February 18, 1974 to consider a(request from the Port of Anacortes for a change in land use of property lying south of 4th Street to 6th Street between S and T Avenues and property south of 6th Street to 8th Street extended between S Ave and U Ave from Commercial to Manufacturing, and also to have a public hearing toiconsider rezoning of this property Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried Claims against the City for the month of January 1974 were presented as follows Salaries and Wages $69,481 97 Expenditures 94,050 16 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that claims be approved and warrants be drawn Roll Ayes -- Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried The City Manager reported that the Street Cut Program would be reviewed and copies made up and sent to the City Council The City Manager reported that physical vandalism and costs to repair this vandalism for the year 1973 amounted to approximately $4500 00 A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this vandalism tabu- lation be given to the Anacortes American to be printed in the newspaper Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun', Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8 45 P M Irat ryn Lowry, City Clerk-Treasur� Ja s Rice, Mayor February 16, 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P M on February 18, 1974 Roll call Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr Ray Separovich, Mr James Rice, Mr Henrik Sortun, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson Absent --Jerry Mansfield 287 February 18, 1974 cont Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on February 4, 1974 motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Separovich that minutes be approved as if read Roll Ayes -- Bryant, Seperovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson motion carried Mayor Rice called for guest hearings There were none Mayor Rice oeclared a public hearing to be open to consider the land use change and also a zoning change for the Port of Anacortes for property they own lying south of 4th Street to 6th Street between S and T Avenues and that _Port owned property south of 6th Street to 8th Street, extended between S Avenue and U Avenue Said area covers approximately 9 8 acres The request had been made to change the land use from Commercial to light manufacturing and the zoning from C-2 to M-1 Mr Robert Keller, Port manager, addressed the Council and gave their reasons for the request and pointed out the area on a map No protests were made at the Council meeting mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Nelson that the land use be changed from Commercial to light manufact- uring and the City Attorney instructed to draw up an ordinance to cover this change Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mrs Bryant that the zoning on this property be changed from C-2 to M-1 and the City Attorney instructed to draw up an ordinance to cover the change Roll Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich Motion carried Gasoline 'or the Caty4fnrolg, 4 was discussed The City Manager reported that the City had been advised by the 1972 supplier that they would prefer that we stay with our 1973 supplier Therefore, he recommended that the Council approve the signing of the contract submitted by Standard Oil Company with a price quotation of 2 cents off of the posted tank price A motion was made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Nelson that the signing of the contract with Standard Oil be approved Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice Abstain--Sortun Motion carried Quotations for the remodeling of the office space in the City Municipal Build- ing, after requesting bids from all contractors in the area, as follows Electrical Work --Northern Electric -----------$3,200 00 Painting --Ivan Gilliland--------------------- 1,995 00 Carpeting--Willette's Carpets---------------- 1,275 00 Front Door-Simmond's Paint & Glass----------- 544 53 Carpentry --Paul Stratton--------------------- 4,112 85 In addition to the above an estimate was received to include the front foyer at a price of $300 and carpeting of the general office area behind the counter for $700- As -the total price for the remodeling exceeds the appropriation contained in the 1974 budget by approximately $2,763, Council approval was asked to transfer the additional amount from the contingency appropriation in the general fund to cover the complete fob Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that approval of this request be granted Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried The City Manager reported on a meeting held with citizens who are residents in the area encompassing formerly proposed LID #167, this being in the 15th Street and D Avenue area They have requested that the City Council re- establish the L I D The Health Department at this time has cited several of them as their septic fields are in violation of the health standards The City Manager recommended that the City cooperate with the Health Depart- ment and the people of this area in establishing a solution to the sewer problem This would be by the installation of proper collection lines to the point where it could be connected to an existing city transmission line In order to do this, it will be necessary to over -size a certain portion of the collection system to provide a transmission capacity in the future It is recommended that the City Council participate in the difference between the standard collection line and the over -size required for future development A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Separovich that the City Attorney be instructed to draw up an ordinance forming a new L I D for this sewer project Roll Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried February 18, 1974 cont Bids were received for the purchase of one police car and one compact car as follows Trulson motor ---------$6,729 17, less trade-in allowance of $1100 00 Net price -------------$5,629 17 Frontier Ford--------- 6,638 07, less trade-in allowance of $1000 00 Net price --------- `---- $5,638 07 Trulson motor bid is on 1974 Bel Air 4 -door sedan and 1974 Vega Notchback, Frontier Ford bid is on 1974 Ford Custom 11500" and 1974 Pinto Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Separovich that the low bid of $5,629 17 from Trulson motor be accepted Roll Ayes --Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson motion carried An ordinance was read authorizing refunds of sewer connection fees paid subsequent to January 1, 1973 in excess of the amount provided by Ordinance No 1614 All requests for refunds are to be made in writing to the City of Anacortes prior to July 1, 1974 motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Nelson that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO 1615 Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried The City manager reported that the Citizens Advisory Committee had made a suggestion that the park area in the Urban Renewal project be called the "Alice Newland Park" He stated that the request was being turned over to the Park and Recreation Commission for their consideration I There being no further business to come before the Council, mayor Rice de- clared the meeting to be adjourned at 8 15 P M i Kat yn Lowry, City Cler -Treasures I J es Rice, mayor March 4, 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P M on march 4, 1974 The invocation was given by Rev Rude of the Baptist Church Roll call Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr Jerry Mansfield, Mrs Ray Separovich, Mr James Rice, Mr Henrik Sortun, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on February 18, 1974 Motion made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Mansfield that minutes be approved as if read Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson !Motion carried Mayor Rice called for guest hearings There were none , A letter was read from Skagit Valley College requesting the use of Mt Erie on May 4th and May 5th, 1974 and a letter from the Seattle unit, Mountain Rescue Council, requesting the use of Mt Erie on April 21, 1974 Motion made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mrs Bryant thatIpermi.ssion be granted for these dates with the understanding that the City would not be held responsible for any accidents Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried A revised telephone system for City Hall was discussed The City Manager reported that a consultant from the telephone company had made a survey of our usage and recommended a system which would update our communication ability We would be able to give the public better service through this system and it would give us the capability of an inter-com system with all departments of the City which would not tie up .incoming call lines as is now the case In order for this to be done, it is necessary for the City to enter into a service agreement with the telephone company Additional cost to the City for the operation of this system would'not be any greater than the present system required, due to the remodeling of the city offices Council permission was asked to execute an agreement with the phone company The agreement would be for five years period The installation cost for this system would be $800 00 A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that Council permission be granted for the installation of 1 f; 1 March 4, 1974 cont this telephone system Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield motion carried The City Manager reported that he had discussed with Mr Robert Yeasting of Foster and Marshall the possible formation of a Local Improvement District for the purpose of financing water improvements to the City water system Foster and Marshall have not been required to do as an extensive amount of work in the re -negotiating of existing sales contracts as was originally anticipated, they wouldibe willing to include consulting services for the L under the same fees es,prescribed in the agreementlof July 24, 1973 It was recommended that the Council give permission to use Foster and Marshall in the initial phase of the formation of this L I D Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Nelson that the City Manager be authorized to use this service Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried As A letter was received from Puget Power requesting a special meeting be scheduled for March 11, 1974 for the purpose of reviewing the Burrows Bay Sub -station proposal and request for an alley vacation This was discussed by the Council and it was decided to have the special meeting with Puget Power and interested citizens on March 19, 1974 This later date would give the Council a little more time to study the proposal, and give the office force time enough to get notifications out to the 82 persons who have signed a petition objecting to this vacation Bids for a new street sweeper were received as follows Sahlberg Equipment Co National Machinery Co McDonald Industries Transport Equipment Co (Net Price Incl Trade-in) I1 11 11 If $19,980 85 20,575 00 23,677 00 14,094 00 The bid from Transport Equipment Company does not meet City specifications, therefore, it is recommended that the bid of Transport Equipment Company be rejected and that the low bid from Sahlbert Equipment Co be accepted, as it meets the specifications Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Mansfield that the Transport Equipment Co bid be rejected and that the bid from Sahlberg Equipment be accepted Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice Motion carried 289 I D A recommendation was received from Stevens, Thompson and Runyan that the work included in Schedule II of the landscape contract in the Urban Renewal area be accepted as having been satisfactorily completed An inspection had been made by their inspector The City Manager reported that the Water Superin- tendent had informed him that two valve rings were missing in this area Councilman' --Nelson asked why the Inspector didn't find this when the inspection was made and stated that he wasn't at all satisfied with some of the inspec- tions being done by Stevens, Thompson and Runyan and asked the City Manager to notify them of this oversight A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Lunsford that this work be accepted and that the 30 day lien period commence with the understanding the work on the water valves be satisfactorily taken care of before the retainage is paid Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Bryant, Rice, Sortun Nayes--Nelson, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried A request was received from the Catholic Church asking the City to place some traffic signs on the fence which is owned by the Catholic Church They also requested that a right-of-way along the west side of the school property be designated "St Mary's Way" It has been the policy of the City to maintain all City signs on City right-of-way and not to connect them to any privately owned structure In regards to the naming of the right-of-way along the west side, it has been determined that this is a private right-of-way, there- fore the City would have no ,jurisdiction in designating the right-of-way as requested A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Lunsford that this request be denied for the above stated reasons Roll Ayes -- Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried An ordinance was read adopting an amendment to the Land Use Map of the Compre- hensive Plan of the City of Anacortes The ordinance would change the land use from commercial use to light manufacturing in Blocks 6, 11, and 22 of Bowman's Central Shipharbor Addition to the City and Tracts 19, 20, 23, 24, 25 and 26 of Plate #9, Anacortes Tide and Shore Lands of Section 18, TWP 35N, Range 2 EWM and all abutting streets and avenues thereto This request had been made by the Port of Anacortee Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded 290 March 4, 1974 cont by Mr Separovich that this Ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO 1616 Roll Ayes --Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Abstain --Mansfield motion carried An ordinance was read amending the zoning map of the City of Anacortes The Ordinance would change the zoning from C-2 Commercial district to M-1, light manufacturing district in Blocks 6, 11, and 22 of Bowman's Central Shipharbor Addition to the City and tracts 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, and 26 of Plate #9, Anacortes Tide and Shore Lands of Section 18, TWN 35N, Range 2 EWM, and all abutting streets and avenues thereto Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Sortun that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO 1617 Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Abstain --Mansfield motion carried A resolution was read declaring the intention of the City Council to improve a certain area within the City by the construction and installation of sani- tary sewer facilities therein, and by doing all work necessary in connection therewith, and fixing a time, date and place for hearing on this resolution of intention The hearing will be held at a regular Council meeting on April 1, 1974 at 7 30 P M The area this L I D would cover are those portions of the plat of the City of Anacortes as recorded in Volume 2 of Plats at Page 4, records of Skagit County, Washington, and those portions of the plat of G Kellogg s Addition to Anacortes, as recorded in Volume 1 of Plate at Page 39 Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO 384 Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried Mr. Morningred who lives in the area where the sewer L.I.D. is proposed, addressed the Council and asked a number of questions in regard to where the sewer line would run He)seemed to think that a portion of it was for the benefit of one person only Claims against the City for the month of February 1974 were presented as follows Wages 699600.45 Expenditures 1439939.40 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Air. Separovich that the claims be approved and warrants drawn for same. Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. Mr Ken Kinzel, Urban Renewal Director, reported that his final report on a proposed barge canal at Anacortes has been sent to Governor Evans and that he had received word that the Governor would approve the project. The City Manager reported that he would be attending the Washington City Management Association meeting in Victoria, B. C., March 69 7, and 8th 1974. Mayor Rice asked for Council approval of the appointment of Edd Ulrich to the Housing Authority Board. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this appointment be approved. Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Abstain --Nelson. Motion carried. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8 45 P.M Kat ryn Lowry, City CleAc-Treasurert 6JAesRice, Mayor March 18, 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice, at 7 30 P.M on March 18, 1974 Roll Call Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr Jerry Mansfield, Air. Ray Separovich, Air James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr. Gary Nelson. 1 1 Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on March 4, 1974 Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Separovich that minutes be approved as if read Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. There were none. March 189 1974 continued 291 A letter was read from Fire Chief Bowen stating that the Latter Day Saints Church made application for a permit to sell Safe and Sane Fireworks at 11th & Commercial Avenue, the same area they used last year. Chief Bowen recommended that a permit be issued based on the fact that they are a qualified applicant, that the location is such that it is reasonably safe to adjoining property, they have received a Washington State Retail Fireworks License, and they have a c*rtificate of insurance with the limits of liability $3009000 on bodily injury and/or property damage. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that permission for the permit be granted Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried A request for permission to execute a contract with the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation for improvements to Washington Park was discussed The City Manager reported that he and the Park Superintendent had made a trip to Olympia and presented the first phase of the application. Grants will be awarded in April and the signed contract must be in by April 1, 1974 The first phase of the improvements would cost approximately $80,000 with $60,000 from IAC, if approved, and $209000 from local funds Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr Separovich that permission be granted for the execution of the contracts. Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. A request was received from Charles F. Wilson to have a property description of Cemetery property straightened out The City purchased some property from Mr. Wilson for cemetery purposes. According to the minutes at the time of this purchase, the City purchased 8 acres of land, however, a review of the legal descrip- tion of this property contained in the transfer document discloses 10-2 acres of property. It appears that at the time the initial survey was made, there was some confusion and that the description contained in the transfer document contained land that was not included in the sale. A motion was made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Rr Mansfield that the City Attorney draw up an ordinance and the necessary papers required to have this legal description corrected. Roll Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. Council permission was asked to advetise certain Urban Renewal land for sale. Air ken Iiinzel, Urban Renewal Director, pointed out the property on a map. Mr Eugene Anderson addressed the Council and stated that Raider Marine Corporation would like to purchase this property. Raider Acarine Corporation builds fiberglass boats and their business has expanded so greatly that it is necessary for them to have larger quarters. Mr. Anderson introduced Air. Howard LaGarde who addressed the Council and told the Council what their plans axe for this piece of property. Council members discussed the sale of this property and felt that perhaps certain specifications and regulations should be stated in the call for bids AIr Ken Kinzel stated that in order to conform with Federal regulations that the bid call must be on a competitive basis equal for all and stated that regulations could be set forth in a sales contract at the time it is sold Motion by Air. Separovich and seconded by Airs Bryant that permission to advettise this land for sale be granted Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A request from Puget Power to buy City land on Heart Lake Road was discussed. Recommendation was received from the Parks & Recreation Commission to sell the property with the stipulation that a strip be left for access to park between reservoir and Puget Power property Council members asked if any plans for landscaping this area had been presented by Puget Power As none had been, it was suggested that Puget Power be asked to bring in some photographs of landscaping. A motion was made by Air. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs Bryant that an appraisal be made of this property. Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried A recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission that an ordinance be drawn up prohibiting drinking at any time in any City Parks and that this be en- forced by the Police Department with a fine to be set by Council Council tabled this recommendation for further study Letter was read from the Dept of Social and Health Services stating that a Certificate of Competency is being issued to Michael M Foster, Water Supt. as a Water Works Specialist III Cross Connection Division). Mayor Rice presented the certificate to AIr Foster and congratulated him. The City Manager asked for a study session be held on March 25, 1974 for the purpose of considering a proposal from the Hospital District for the City to take over the operation of the ambulance Mayor Rice announced that a Council study session would also be held on Tuesday, March 19, 1974 to consider the request from Puget Power in regards to their Burrows Bay sub -station There being no further fusiness to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8 55 P.M kathryn Lowry�Ci3y lerk-T_easurer Jamcss Rice, Mayor 292 4pri1 1, 1974 1 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P M on April 1, 1974 The invocation was given by Captain Souders of the Salvation Army Roll Call Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr Jerry hansfield, Ur Ray Separovich, Mr James ]lice, Ml Henrik Soitun, Mr Floyd Lunsford Absent -41r Gary Nelson Ar James Beaner and Ifeblo Troop No 81 were introduced as guests Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on March 18, 1974 Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Lunsford that minutes be approved as if read Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Sepaiovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried Mayor Rice called for guest hearings Air Paul McCarthy of the George Washington Bi -Centennial Committee from Alt Vernon addressed the Council and outlined plans that Narious cities are in the process of working on for the Bi -Centennial cele- bration which will be held in 1976 He asked the City Council if they would authorize and approve a local Bi -Centennial Commission for the City of Anacortes Mayor Rice requested the City Attorney to prepare a resolution for the authorization of this commission A recommendation was received from the Planning Commission stating that they wished to reconsider their prior recommendation regarding the Burrows Bay Sub-statio'i'as follows 1 Relocation of the sub -station to a minimum size parcel of land comprising one complete city block, such gs the block bordered by Kansas and Minnesota Avenues and 2nd and 3rd Streets 2 To provide an elongated, rectangular, fenced sub -station area that would maximize the greenbelt depth on all sides 3 Provide a sound -screening wall such as shown on page 52 in the December 1973 edition of "Transmission and Distribution" where another Puget Sound Power and Light Company sub -station is pictured. 4 To retain all possible natural plantings on the site and supplement as required to adequately screen the surrounding wall The Council decided to hold a study session on this on Wednesday night April 3, 1974 Ma3or Rice declared a public hearing to be open on L I D. #178. Mr Morningred addressed the Council and inquired about the legality of a new L I D as L I D. f167, i%hich failed to materiala7e was for the same area Several others in the audience addressed the Council and asked questions about it These included Mr Frani. Kimsey, Afr Iien Tiscornia, Ara Cail Peterson, lir Eisenzimer, Air Littlefield, Mrs Stambuk and Dr Chambers One written objection to the project was received Public Works Director, Mr David Ford stated that the cost to the residents would be $11 51 per front foot in the Anacortes Addition and $15 30 per front foot in the Kellogg and Ford Addition and the City would pay for any over -size pipe that 1%as installed Mayor Race declared the public hearing to be closed 4 motion was made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Air Lunsford that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance authorizing the formation of L I D {178 Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Race, Soxtun, Lunsford, Bryant Motion carried A proposed new location for radio station KAGT was discussed Urban Renewal Director, Air Ken Kinzel stated that by Council Resolution of November 21, 1967, the City Council approved the transfer of a parcel in the urban renewal area to Radio Station IKAGT This transaction has been approved by HUD Because of the time that has expired since the adoption of this iesolution and the Fact that the transaction has not been consumated by IAGT and the City, it is recommended that a new Resolution authoriz- ing this transaction be adopted It is the intent of'IiAGT to construct a radio station on the site sometime in the near future Their site plan having been approved by the Planning Commission on March 27, 1974 A motion was made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mrs Bryant that a new resolution be drawn up and the City Manager authorized to tale whatever steps aie necessary to complete the transaction Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Limsford, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried Urban Renewal Director, IIr Isen Kin7el stated tnat on March 6, 1973, the Cat) Council authorized the execution of contract for the purchase of urban renewal property with Pioneer Shingle Company and since that time, Pioneer Shingle has not made application for a building permit to implement their proposed development plan As a reasonable amount of time has expired for Pioneer Shingle to initiate their development it is suggested that the City Council cancel these contracts and that Pioneer Shingle forfeit their 5; deposit as liquidated damages A resolution was read cancelling certain real 1 1 April 1, 1974 continued �� J estate contract by and between the City of Anacortes and Pioneer Shingle Company A motion was made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mrs Bryant that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION 384 Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Notion cariied The City Attorney reported that in order to correct legal description of Cemetery property there were a few things to be straightened out before an ordinance can be prepared The City Attorney also reported that no ordinance would be prepared on the removal live specimen from City Parts, but the saturation would be handled by the posting of signs to that effect Claims against the City for the month of March 1974 were presented as follows Salaries and Wages 689089 23 Expenditures 969941 57 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Sortun that claims be approved and warrants drawn for same Roll Ayes-- Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice Motion carried The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance that would prohibit consumption of intoxicating liquor or beverages within the boundaries of Storvik Playground and Causland Park The City Attorney was asked to re -draft this ordinance and have it in- clude all City Parks with the exception of camping and trailer parks A resolution was read dec3aring the intention of the City Council to improve a certain area within the City by the construction and installation of sanitary sewer facilities The area involved would be all of Block 10, rhuik's First Queen Anne addition and all of Block 3, Queen Anne Addition A hearing on this proposal will, be held at the regular City Council meeting on May 20, 1974 at 7 30 P.M A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Separovich that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO 385 _ Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried The City Manages reported that the insurance bids were in and would be awarded on April 13, 1974 and that the Council would consider them at a study session on Wednesday, April 3, 1974 Mayor Rice asked for Council approval of the appointment of Th^ Bill Ellin to the Planning Commission Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Sortun that this appointment be approved Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 9 05 P.M. Itathrvn Lowry, City Clerk - Treasurer April 15, 1974 XI-ClIc- J s Rice, Mayor �l A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7830 P.M. on April 15, 1974. The invocation was given by Rev. Egertson of the Lutheran Church. Roll Call. Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr. Gary Nelson. Mayor Rice requested the Councils pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on April 1, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Separovich that minutes be approved as if read. Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. There were none. Bids for insurance coverage for the City of Anacortes were reviewed. ' Bids received were as follows. Scott Richard's Ins. Bid No. 1 309530.00 Scott Richard's Ins. Bid No. 2 219774.00 Scott Richard's Ins. Bid No. 3 169679.00 First Ins. Agency Bid No. 1 209624.00 Moen Ins. Bid No. 1 219611.00 Moen Ins. Bid No. 2 219480.00 294 April 15, 1974 continued The City Manager recommended that the Scott Richard's bid No. 3 be accepted. This bid does not include any coverage for liability arising out of personnel covered under the Law Enfrocement and Fire Fighter's Pension System. Cost to provide this coverage would run approximately $2400.00, Moen Ins. Bid No. 2 does include this coverage so in considering the bids $2400.00 should be subtracted from their bid making the total $199180.00. Councilman Nelson stated that he felt some of the values were off and felt that he could not vote on any of the bids submitted. After some discussion by the Council a motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Sortun that the No. 3 bid from Scott Richard Ins. of $16,679.00 be accepted. Rolls Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant. Nayes--Nelson. Motion carried. A resolution was read forming a Bicentennial Planning and Coordinating Committee for the City of Anacortes. Motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this resolution be approved and adopted and give RESOLUTION NO. Rolls Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. Mayor Rice announced that Mrs. Felicia Childs would be the local c4apzan of this Committee. Mrs. Childs addressed the Council and asked that one member of her committee be a Councilman. A letter was read from Fire Chief Bowen stating that the Lions Club has made application for a permit to sell "Safe and Sane" fireworks at 1519 Commercial Avenue and that they have obtained all the necessary permits. Motion was made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that permission be granted for the Lions Club to sell Fireworks Rolls Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lansford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. Director of Public Works, David Ford, Reported that construction of sanitary sewer and storm +ewers in Skyline Divisions 4, 109 and 16 have been inspected by the City staff along with representatives of Skyline and Skyline's contractors. X The inspection has shown that the construction is complete to our satisfaction and can be accepted by the City for operation and maintenance. Skyline has requested that performance bonds now held by the City for the above utilities be released and/or reduced. The total amount of the bonds to be released is $2449100.00. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the bonds in this amount be released. Rolls Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A request was received from the State Highway Commission for the City's concurrence in a proposed statewide bicycle route publication. The portion that would be involved with the City_ of Anacortes would be "D" Avenue to the point where it connects to Havekost Road and Anaco Beach Road to where it connects to Marine Drive as well -as the present bicycle trail through the City on State Highway 536. Motion made by Mrs. Bryant and Seconded by Mr. Lunsford that the City of Anacortes concur with the State Highway in their bicycle route publication. Rolls Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried. An ordinance was read prohibiting consumption of intoxicating liquor or beverages within the boundaries of any City of Anacortes municipal I park or playground, except those parks which specifically provide for overnight camping or travel trailer parking, providing penalties therefore, and constituting Sections 9-1.02.1 and 9-1.02.2 of the Official Code of the City of Anacortes. Motion made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1616 . Rolls Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lansford Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of a contract for the sale of certain real property, by and between the City of Anacortes and Island Broadcasting, Inc. The property being located within the Anacortes Industrial Park area. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 387 . Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr.Sortun that May 61, 1974 be set as a public hearing date to consider request from Paget Power for an alley vacation between blocks 906 and 9079, Northern Pacific Addition, between west 3rd and 4th Streets and Kansas and Illinois. Roll. Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. Mayor Rice announced that the Council would be holding study sessions on Tuesday, April 16th and and Wednesday, April 17th, 1974. The City Manager stated that at the Wednesday night meeting he would like to get ideas from the Council for a Capital Improvement Program for the City, as it, is necessary to have an ordinance for this before establishing any ULID"s. April 15, 1974 continued 295 The City Manager also reported that a representative from Ameron Company would be willing to come up and talk to the Council on the situation of the pipe line at Swinomish Slough if the Council wished. It was reported that a $500.00 check had been received from the estate of Edna R. Drake and is to be used for Park purposes. It was suggested that this be used for playground equipment at Storvik Park. Council permission was asked to call for bids for a brush chipper and also a tilt - bed trailer. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that permission be granted. Roll. Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Nelson and approved by all that Mr. Jerry Mansfield be appointed to serve on the Bicentennial Committee. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice deelared the meeting to be adjourned at Ss40 P.M. Kathryn Lowry, City Cler - Treasurefr J s Rice, Mayor May 69 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7s30 P.M. on May 61 1974. Roll Calls Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr. Gary Nelson. Mayor Rice requested the CouncilIspleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on April 159 1974. Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that minutes be approved as if read. Rolls Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. Mrs. Marie Hapeman of the Museum of History Board addressed the Council and introduced Mr. Dan Wollam who presented some pre- liminary plans that the Museum of History Board has in mind for the Bi -Centennial. He stated that plans for a book on the history of Anacortes were being made and that he had been asked to be the editor of the book. Mrs. Felicia Childs, Chairman of the Bi -Centennial Commission, addressed the Council and stated that the steering committee would be composed of Jerry Mansfield, Dick Johnson, Floyd Waller and Dorothy Etter. On behalf of the Anacortes Emblem Club No. 132, Mrs. Childs presented Mayor Rice with two framed plaques. One of the American Creed and the other os the Gettysburg Address and asked that they be hung in the Council Chambers. Mrs. Margaret Willis, Chairman of the Transportation Committee for the Senior Citizen's Center, asked for approval of the bus schedule for the Senior Citizens mini- bus. David Ford, Director of Public Worka, stated that the Traffic Safety Committee would be meeting this week and would take their schedule up at this meeting. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing continuation to be open to consider the request for an alley vacation from Puget Power. Mr. Wayne Cyphers, attorney representing Mr. Arne Rommen, addressed the Council and gave the reasons why his client was opposing this alley vacation. Mr. John Carey, Attorney for Puget Power, addressed the Council and gave the reasons why Paget Power needed this alley vacation and what their plans for enlarging the sub -station. Other representatives of Puget Power also addressed the Council. Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed. The Councilmen then discussed the vacation. Mr. Nelson asked if Puget Power had made any effort to look for another location for the sub -station, and also stated that he thought they should do something about dressing up the sub -station at 15th and Commercial. Mr. Mansfield stated that he also was wondering about an alternate site and felt he would have to vote "no" on the vacation as no other choice has been presented. A motion was made by Mrs. Bryant that the vacation be denied, but there was no second to the motion. A motion was then made by Mr. Sortun, and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that the City Attorney and the City Staff be authorized to draw up an agreement with Puget Power that would be acceptable to the City Council. Rolls Ayes --Mansfield, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford. Nayes--Separovich, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. Bids were received for Urban Renewal property parcels 409 419 429 and the balance of the northern portion of parcel 43 and first class tidelands abutting thereto as followss 1. Herb Hicks Marine, Inc. Balance of the northern portion of parcel No. --$12,650. 2. Raider Marine, Inc. Parcels 419 42 and balance of the norther portion of 43--$114,000. G 9 6 May 6, 1974 continued Alternate bid from Raider Marine, Inc. Parcel 42 and the balance of the northern portion of 43. This bid subject to the City offering for sale parcels 329 34, and 35 so that Raider Marine may have the opportunity for purchase. Motion made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the alternate bid from Raider Marine be accepted. Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of a contract for the sale of certain real property by and between the City of Anacortes and Raider Marine Corporation. Motion made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 388 A Resolution was read fixing a time when a Petition for Vacation may be heard and determined by the Council and setting a public hearing date. That certain Petition asking for the vacation of the following property shall be heard and determined by the City Council and a public hearing shall be held thereon on the 3rd day of June, 1974. 18th Street from I Ave to H Ave 19th Street from I Ave to H Ave Alleys in Blocks 1509 1519 and 152 I Avenue from 17th Street to 20th Street J Avenue from 17th Street to 18th Street Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this Resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 389 . Roll: Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A request was received from the An-O-Cords to use the facilities of Washington Park for their annual salmon barbecue on July 28, 1974• Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that permission to use the Park on that day be granted. Roll: Ayes--Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun. Motion carried. The City has been advised that they can receive an allocation of $29602 for the purchase of "Access User Terminal" Which would connect the Police Department with various other Law Enforcement Agencies throughout the State and Nation. Council permission is asked to sign the grant award contract pertaining to this allocation. Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Nelson that permission to sign the grant award contract be given. Roll: Ayes--Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Sortun, Lunsford. Nayes--Rice, Sortun. Motion carried. The Council was advised that Video Electronics has surveyed the possibility of putting in a public address system for the Council Chambers. They have recommended two proposals which would have the capability of hooking in a tape recorder in the future and would have the anti-feed back circuitry. This would run approximately $130 more than one which would not have this capability. It was recommended that the City accept the the installed price of $19315.65 which includes the capability of connecting a recording system. There is sufficient monies left in the Contingency Fund for the City to make this installation this year should the Council so desire. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Separovich that the Public, Address System be installed. Roll: Ayes--Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lnsford, Nelson. Motion carried Urban Renewal Department has received a request from Vito Rhizich asking that land be offered for sale in the project area. Mr. Ruzich has hydraulic fishing supplies. Mayor Rice suggested that Mr. Ruzich contact Raider Marine and possibly something could be worked out with them for some space for Mr. Ruzich. A recommendation was received from the City Staff that summer water rates be waived for this year. The City has a provision which provides for summer schedules. Since the Casty of Anacortes has not settled the contracts with the industrial users, it is recommended that the summer rate be waived this year in order to maintain a proper cash flow into the water fund. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that the summer rate schedule be waived for this year. Roll: Ayes-- Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Nayes--Sortun. Motion carried. A request was received from the Anacortes Arts and Crafts Festival to use Commercial Avenue between 4th and 8th Streets for the annual festival on August 29 39 and 4th. Council members would like to see the festival held in some other location and a motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this request be tabled until a study session can be held on it Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried. The City Manager reported that during the month of April, 1974 the City of Anacortes repaired a leak in the 24" water line running under the Swinomish Slough. This leak was created by electrolysis due to the fact that the City didnot have cathodic protection on the line. It is recommended that Norton Corrosion Company, who May 69 1974 continued 2 J 7 specialize in this type of protection be hired for engineering and inspection through the complete installation of the cathodic protection facility. They would do this for a fee of $5,320.00. The Council decided to take this to a study session before taking any action on it. Council permission was asked to call for bids for sale of Parcels 329 34, and 35 in the Urban Renewal area. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that permission be granted. Roll: Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Napes --Nelson. Motion carried. A resolution was read declaring the intention of the City to improve certain properties within the City by constructing and installing certain sanitary sewer facilities and to create a local improvement district in the west end of town which would be L.I.D. No. 178, and setting a public hearing date of June 3, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr. Sortun that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 390 . Rolls Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. Claims against the City for the month of April, 1974 were presented as follows: Salaries and Wages $ 679071.73 Expenditures $ 148,190.91 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Sortun that the claims be approved. Rolls Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. The City Manager requested a study session with the Council on May 7th. There being no further business to come before the Council, the Mayor declared the meeting to be adjourned at 9:50 P.M. J �A Kathryn Lowry, Ifterk Z-Vreasurer l May 209 1974 J ,Rice, Mayor A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7:30 P.M. on May 209 1974. Invocation was given by Reverend Campbell. Roll Calls Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr James Rice, Pit Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr. Gary Nelson. Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held May 69 1974 Motion by Mr Mansfield, seconded by Mr Sortun, that the minutes be approved as if read. Roll: All ayes. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. Mr. Art Wicklow addressed the Council and stated the Commercial Avenue road improvements resulted in the sidewalk in front of his property being higher than it was previously which traps water and does not allow proper drainage. Mr. Ford, City engineer, advised the Council that the situation does exist, but there had always been a drainage problem in that location. Mayor Rice advised Mr. Wicklow the City would see what it could do to alleviate the problem. Mr Charles Funk addressed the Council and asked for permission to make improvements to an existing non -conforming building on Ferry Terminal Road, formerly called the Sandpiper Restaurant, which would allow patrons to use the restrooms without going outside the building. In discussion, the Council asked the City attorney, Mr. Mansfield, if it could legally grant the request. Mr. Mansfield said that in his opinion, it would be legal inasmuch as there would be no enlargement of dimensions or use of the building. Motion was made by Mr.. Separovicb, seconded by Mrs. Bryant, that Mr. Funk be allowed to make the requested improvement. Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Mr. Rice Abstained. Motion carried. Mayor Rice asked permission to appoint Mrs. Wesley Rawhauser to the Citizen's Advisory Committee. Motion by Mr. Sortun, seconded by Mr. Mansfield, that the appointment be so made. Roll: All ayes. Motion carried. Request from City Urban Renewal department to advertise land in the project area for sale as follows The south 100 feet of parcel 43 which was formerly under contract to the'Pioneer Shingle Company and which, due to lack of performance, said contract was cancelled. Herb Hicks Marine, Inc. wishes to bid on this property. Also, a 1/2 to 1 acre or thereabout size piece to construct a building approximately 641 X 401 in which to conduct a business having to do with hydraulic fishing supplies. Also parcels 19, 209 219 229 23, 249 259 26, 279 289 299 309 319 329 349 359 369 379 389 409 41 and the first class tidelands lying adjacent thereto. Mr. Ken Kinzel, Urban Renewal Director, pointed out the property in all three requests on a map for the 2 9 8 May 20, 1974 continued Council and the Council considered the latter request first. Representatives of Snelson, Inc. were present and briefly described intentions;to construct modules of refining equipment components in a permanent location. They anticipate such a business would employ between 100 and 200 people from the local trade market. After some discussion, motion by Mr. Separovich, seconded by Mr. Mansfield, that the City advertise for bid the parcels enumerated above as requested provided possible adjustments could be made on certain portions of the land to accomodate other possible developers. Rolls All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. Ruzich was present and answered questions about his intended use of the property he wished to purchase. Motion was made by Mr. Lunsford, seconded by Mrs. Bryant, that the City advertise parcels 18b and 13 which are located adjacent to the Baker property. Roll. !Apes --Lunsford, Bryant, Separovich, Rice. No--Sortun, Nelson, and Mansfield. Motion carried. Herb Hicks addressed the Council concerning his wishes for using the property he desires to bid on, and after considerable discussion, motion was made by Mr. Mansfield seconded by Mrs. Bryant that this particular request be tabled for two weeks. Rolls All ayes. Motion carried. Council then considered request by Nationwide Cablevision, Inc. for a rate increase of $.45 per month, plus the Utility Tax in the Anacortes area. Mr. Jim Peitersen, local manager, advised the increase would be only on individual homes; there would be no increase in connection charges. Motion was made by Mr. Nelson, j seconded by Mr. Sortun, that the request be tabled until it could be discussed at a study session. Roll. Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovichl, Sortun. No --Rice. Motion carried. 1 City Manager, Mr. Davenport, requested permission to re -submit application to the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation for grant forlimprovements to Washington Park inasmuch as the original request had not been funded but the IAC advised it could be presented again for consideration in December, 1974. Motion by Mr. Separovich, seconded by Mr. Sortun that the request for grant be re -submitted to the IAC at the proper time. Rolls All ayes. Motion carried. r Council then considered request of the Skagit County Senior Service Centers to ran a mini -bus route for the City of Anacortes to serve the senior population. Route to terminate at the Sr. Service Center at 708 Commercial. Motion by Mr. Mansfield, seconded by Mr. Sortun, that the route be approved with minor changes concerning location of embarking and debarking in the interest of safety. Rolls All ayes. Motion carried. There was only one bid received by the City for the purchase of a brush chipper submitted by Sahlberg Equipment Inc. of Seattle for $59838.89. Mr. Ford advised the bid was within the amount budgeted for the purchase and met all specifications. He recommended the bid be accepted. Motion by Mr. Nelson, seconded by Mr. Separovich, that the City accept the bid from Sahlberg Equipment, Inc. for $5,838.89. Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Separovich, Mansfield, Rice, Lansford and Nelson. No--Sortun. Motion carried. Bid specifications were sent to 4 firms for the purchase of a tilting platform trailer, but only one bid was received, this being from Sahlberg Equipment, Inc. of Seattle. Mr Ford advised other firms could not meet the specifications or did not wish to bid and recommended the bid of Sahlberg be accepted. Motion by Mr. Lunsford, seconded by Mr. Nelson, that the City accept the bid of $29348.19 from Sahlberg Equipment Inc. for the purchase of the tilting platform trailer RollsiApes--Separovich, Mansfield, Rice, Lunsford,'Nelson Bryant. No. Sortun. Motion carried. Mr. Sortun said he felt there should be at least 2 bids on equipment of this nature. Mayor Rice read the Treasurer's Report for April as follows: Receipts 9279784.06 Total receipts and balance 1,6069241.83 Disbursements 4031087.70 Balance 5749654913 Investments 1,390,163.30 Letter was noted by the Council that the $65900 "Jobs Now",grant awarded the City by the Economic Assistance Authority had now been recinded because the project propsed by the City had not been completed for bid. Discussion concerning the cathodic protection system for the Swinomish Slough water- line crossing. Motion by Mr. Lunsford, seconded by Mr. Sortun that the City go ahead and enter into a contract with the Norton Corrosion, Inc. for engineering services to design and prepare fon public bidding a cathodic protection system for the Swinomish Slough area. Roll: All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. Davenport requested permission to call for bids to replace a wooden water line on 17th Street a distance of approximately 19000 feet. Motion by Mr. Sortun, seconded f] f. 1 May 201, 1974 continued 299 by Mr. Mansfield that authority be granted to call for such bids. Rolls All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion concerning problems of disposing of solid waste materials from the City now that the county Whitmarsh dumping site has been closed. Mr. Davenport advised the City.had erected a temporary site in the old gravel pit area until such time as the City receives approval of its application for grant to construct a transfer station in order to transfer waste materials to the new County dump site at Inman Pit. Councilmen asked questions of Mr. Davenport and Air. Ford concerning amount of money involved for the station, size and cost of containers, etc. It was brought out that these large containers are very difficult to secure. Motion by Mr. Mansfield, seconded by Mr: Separovich that the staff be authorized to call for bids (alternate) on 40, 50 and 60 cubic yard size containers for transferring garbage to the Inman Pit. Roll: All ayes. Motion carried. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meets to be adjourned at 9:05 P.M. Ida Rolph, Secretary pri tem James Rice June 39 1974 v A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7:30 P.M. on June 3, 1974. Roll Call: Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr. Gary Nelson. Absent --Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Floyd Lunsford. Mayor Rice requested the Councils pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on May 209 1974. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Separovich that minutes be approved as if read. Rolls Ayes --Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Nelson., Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings: Mrs. Felicia Childs addressed the Council and gave a report on the Bi -Centennial project. She reported that approximately 122 letters have been mailed out to various organizations and clubs and that a meeting will be held at the Harbor Restaurant on June 10, 1974. Mrs W. C. Morningred addressed the Council and reported that the Havekost Road out past the old gravel pit is in pretty bad shape and asked if there were any plans to have it repaired. Mr. David Ford replied that there are plans to have it fixed up. Mr. Morningred also reported that he had been told that no flags were allowed to be placed on veteran's graves for Memorial Day and asked why. Mayor Rice stated that he would have this checked out. Maypr Rice declared a public hearing to be open on L.I.D. No. 178. Mr. Harry Tomasko and Mr W.C. Morningred both addressed the Council and asked questions about the L.I.D. It was noted that a written protest had been received from Mr. and Mrs. S. Stambuk. Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed. The City Attorney read an ordinance covering L.I.D. No. 178. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE N0. 1619 Rolls Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider request from Anacortes Schools for the vacation of 18th Street from I to H, 19th Street from I to H, Alleys in blocks 1509 151, and 152, I Avenue from 17th to 20th, and J Avenue from 17th to 18th. A felt questions were asked about the City having easements for utilities and for fire protection. No written protests were received. The City Attorney was instructed to have an ordinance covering this prepared for Council meeting of June 179 1974• Mr. Jaen Kinzel, Urban Renewal Director, requested Council permission to call for bids for sale of Urban Renewal property. Mr. Kinzel reported that three different companies are interested in purchasingUrban Renewal land. One is Snelson, Inc. who would like to purchase Lot No. 33 for the purpose of building modular refining components for Alaska, the second company is Anacortes Marine Development Corp. who would like to purchase parcels 45, 469 48, and that portion of parcel 47 by extending the south extremity of parcel 48 west to the approximate shoreline, twenty-eight street, west of T Avenue to the approximate shoreline, the seawall and tide land parcels west of parcel 45 to the inner harbor line. A further request for a two year option to buy the total land fill area within the sea wall west of parcel 46, 47 as abobe described and 28th street from the approximate shoreline extended to the inner harbor line. They also request a long term lease of total tideland, land fill, and pier area encompassed within the extended North and South 3 0 0 June 3, 1974 continued boundries of parcel 45 and 46 west of the inner harbor line to the proposed pier headline. They desire the property for a multi -product seafood processing, packaging plant and support facilities. The third company is Gregory'Industries, Lt. who are requesting Lots 149 159 160 17, 219 22, 1001 of 43, 45, 46,'47, extending out to the inner harbor line. They would like to purchasd the above for the purpose of a sawmill. Mr. Gregory was present in the audience and outlined his plans for the sawmill. Mr. Svornich of Anacortes Marine Development also addressed the Council and outlined his plans for the seafood processing plant. A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that permission to advertise for sale all of the above-mentioned parcels be granted. Rolls Ayes --Rice, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich. Nayes--Sortun. Motion carried. It was announced that there has opened up a program under Federal funding whereby the City will be able to re-employ the fireman position that was deleted from the 1974 budget. The City attorney was instructed to draw up an ordinance amending the 1974 budget se that the City may bring its fire department staff to the same complies ment that was in existence during 1973• Claims against the City for the month of May 1974 were presented as follows: Salaries and wages 699209 29 Expenditures 1239047.19 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that the Claims be allowed and warrants drawn for same. Roll. Ayes--Sortun, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. Mayor Rice announced that the City Council would be holding a study session on Monday June 109 1974 at 7.30 P.M. to consider the following items: 1. Cablevision rate increase 2. 12th Street improvement project 3. Proposed timber sales 4. Location for Arts & Crafts Festival Councilman Sortun addressed the Council and stated that the reason he voted "NO" on the request to advertise Urban Renewal property for sale was because he felt that it was getting to be a sort of hodgepodge and he felt that all parties interested in purchasing land in this area should get together and work things out a little better. A request was received from Tri-State Construction, Inc. requesting that the contract competion date of May 15, 1974 for Commercial Avenue improvement from 12th to 36th Streets, be extended to July 159 19749 as weather conditions have not been favorable for the completion of the work. Motion was made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Separovich that the request for extension be granted. Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun. Nayes--Nelson. Motion carried. Mr. David Ford, Public Works Director, stated that the City will be conducting tests to the sewage collection system for approximately four weeks beginning June 39 1974. The test consists of smoke being infected into the sewage collection system and all lines which have an open vent to the sewer will emit smoke for a period of approximately ten minutes during the test. Mr. Ford stated that hand -delivered letters are going to all property owners before the test is made in each area. There being no further buiness to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 9:05 P.M. Kath Lowry,ity Clerk- Treasure/ y James Rice 1 June 17, 1974 1 A regular meeting of Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Bice at 7.30 P.M. on June 179 1974. Boll Call. Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Bay Separovich, Mr. James Bice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Absent Mr. Gary Nelson. Mayor Race requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on June 39 1974. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Separovach that minutes be approved as of read. Rolls Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Race, Sortun, Lunsford. Motion carried. Mayor Race called for guest hearings. There were none. There was no one present from the Cablevision Company to discuss their request for a rate increase. Mayor Race reported that on the 12th Street Improvement Project there were 118 parcels of property involved, and the 81 protests have been received, making the percentage against the project at 68.6% on the basis of front footage the percentage against the project would be 64.8%. Mayor Race suggested that an all day meeting be set from 8s00 A.M. to 9.00 P.M. so that people could come in and discuss the project and have it explained to them a little more. It was decided that Thursday, June 279 1974 would be set for the all day meeting, and that the property owners in this area would be notified of the meeting. A motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Sortun that the City Attorney be instructed to draw up a resolution of intention for the L.I.D. on 12th Street and have it prepared for the July 1, 1974 Council meeting. The resolution would set the public hearing on this for August 5, 1974 after which time the people would have 30 days in which to send in protests. Roll. Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Race, Sortun, Lunsford. Abstain --Bryant. Motion carried. Mr. Robert Powell, Assistant City Engineer, gave a report on a proposed timber sale. Mr. Powell reported that in the next year or two, an intensive management and harvest- ing program could result in an income of probably $509000.00 from thinnings. A motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the Council authorize a bid preparation for a timber sale. Rolls Ayes--»Separovach, Race, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. The request from the Arts and Crafts to hold their annual Festival on Commercial Avenue between 4th and 8th Streets was discussed. A motion was made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Separovich that they be given permission to have it in this location for this year. Roll. Race, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. Council permission was asked to call for bads on a maintenance contract for the Water and Sewer Treatment Plants electronic controls. Motion made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that permission be granted. Rolls Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried A recommendation was received from the Planning Commission to deny the request from Danard Construction Company for re -zoning from R -S to R-1-1.75 acreage north of 32nd Street and immediately west of Skagit Avenue. The Planning Commisssion recommended that the area be re -zoned to Rr1-9. Another recommendation was received from the Planning Commission recommending approval of the request from Danard Construction Company to re -zone from Rr-S to R4-1-1.75 acreage south of the Catholic School, east of Mountain Park Addition and north of Hadden Road. Motion was made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that a public hearing date of July 159 1974 be set on both of the requests from Danard Construction Company, Roll. Ayes --Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Race, Sortun. Motion carried. A request was received from Mr. Louie Padovan asking the City to pay $630.34 to the Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System in order that he might obtain credit for the time he was employed by the City of Anacortes from March 1952 through June 1955• It was pointed out that the City was not in the retirement system at this time and that it quite possibly could set a precedent for others who might have been employed at this time. A motion was made by Mr.-Sortun and seconded by Mrs. Bryant' that the request be denied. Rolls Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Rice, Sortun. Nayes-- Separovach, Lunsford. Motion carried. Mr. Ken Kinzel, Urban Renewal Director, addressed the Council and asked permission to call for bids for the sale of parcels of Urban Renewal property as requested by Gregory Industries, Ltd. Mr. Kanzel stated that a compromise had been reached between 2 June 17, 1974 continued the three parties interested in land at the Anacortes Industrial Park and it appears that all parties can now be accommodated without conflict. Motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that permission to call for bids for the sale of the specified parcels be granted Roll: Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Bryant Nayes--Sortun. Motion carried. Mayor Rice reported that a petition had been received, signed by approximately 90 people, requesting the City to restrain from any more land sales in the Urban Renewal area. A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that thins petition be denied. Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mans- field. Motion carried. An ordinance was read amending Ordinance No 16089 which is the budget and salary ordinance for 1974. The ordinance being amended to reflect additional revenue to the Fire Department in the amount of $69280.00 in the form of Emergency Empbyment Act funds from the U.S. Government, and also amended to reflect additional revenue in the amount of $8,800 00 in the form of a transfer from the encumbered fund bwlance to the EMineering Department. These two amendments are for the purpose of hiring an, additional empbyee under the Emergency Empbyment Act and an additional employee for the engineering Department Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1620 Rolls Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. The Treasurer's report for May, 1974 was presented as follows. Receipts 9259686.04 Rec. and Bal. 195009340.17 Disbursements 9539119.32 Balance 5479220 85 Investments 194089676.02 The City Manager requested a study session with the Council for June 249 1974 to bring the Council up to -date on the water improvement plans. The City Manager reported that he would be attending a three day seminar on Management and Labor relations starting June 19, 1974. Mayor Rice announced that the Council would be holding study sessions on June 24th and June 27th, 1974 at 7:30 P.M. A man in the audience addressed the Council and asked them to consider the passage of an ordinance that would prohibit the use of compression brakes. There being no further btaness to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the to be adjourned at 8.45 P.M. Sathiyn Lowry( City Clerk - Treasuter /Fiaybr James Rice July 1, 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7.30 P.M. on July 1, 1974. Roll^Call: Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr. Gary Nelson. Absent --Mr. Henri4 Sortun. Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on June 17, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Separovich that the minutes be approved as if read. Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings Mr. Forrest Miller addressed the Council and expressed his thanks to the City for providing him with books and gas to complete his formal education and expressed his willingness to donate free time to the City if they would like any surveys made. A letter was read from Fire Chief Bowen stating that the Lion's Club was asking permission to put on a fireworks display on the night of July 39 1974 at` Flounder Bay All the necessary requirements have been taken care of. Motion was made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that permission be granted. Roll. Ayes -- Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. Representatives of the TV cable company were present and asked to have a rate increase of 45¢ per month, which would bring the basic monthly charge up to $6.45. The Council decided to take this request to a study session on Monday July 8th, 1974 at 7.301P.M. July 19 1974 Bids on the sale of Urban Renewal Land were received as follows. Vitomir Huzich bidder on Parcels 13 and 18B, for 80,065 square feet at .25 per square foot for a total bid of $20,000.00. Raider Marine Corporation bidder on parcels 32, 34, and 359 for 139,392 square feet at .25 per square foot for a total bid of $359000.00. Snelson, Inc. bidder on parcels 19, 209 21, 229 239 249 259 269 279 289 299 309 319 329 349 35, 369 379 389 399 409 41 together with the first class tidelands adjoining thereto, for a total of 1,414,882 square feet for total bid of $365,000.00. Mr Ken Kinzel, Director of Urban Renewal stated that the bid as submitted by Mr. Ruzich 1s at the rate of .25 per sq. ft. This rate was discussed with Mr. Ruzich prior to the Council's requesting that the cost of the land bye increased. However, the staff did set a minimum acceptable price of .35 per sq. ft. or $28,100. Mr. Kinzel also reported that Raider Marine and Snelson, Inc. both bid on portions of the same property. After some discussion by the Council and with the approval of Snelson, Inc. that the southerly portion of parcel 41 be deleted from their bid, a motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that the bid from Snelson, Inc. be accepted with the provision that the sales contract be submitted to the Council for their approval Rolls Ayes --Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that the bid from Mr. Razich be accepted as submitted for a total price of $20,000.00. Rolls Ayes -- Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. Mr. Kinzel then asked Council permission to call for bids for the sale of the southerly portion of parcel 41 and the South 1001 of parcel 43 in order that Raider Marine would have an opportunity to bid on these parcels. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that permission be granted. Roll. Ayes -- Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. Mr. Kinzel asked permission from the Council to cancel Scott Paper Lease on Urban Renewal property as the protion they are leasing is in the portion that will be sold to Snelson, Inc. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that permission be granted and Scott Paper be given 30 day notice Roll. Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford. Motion carried Permission to call for bids for water treatment chemicals for 1974-1975 was asked. Motion made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that permission be ranted. Roll.' Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of Amendment of Water Contract, by and between the City of Anacortes and Shell Oil Company. The amendment would provide for a fixed monthly rate to cover fixed operating costs based on 1973 average gc1AU consumption by Shell of 117.339 M gallons per month at a rate of $76.60 per M gallons, making the fixed rate $8,988 per month. A new variable rate to cover variable operating costs would be established at $49.40 per M gallons of water delivered to Shell On the basis of the average 1973 consumption and the above noted fixed and variable costs, the cost of water to Shell will be at a rate of 12.6¢ per 1,000 gallons. This will be a 478 increase -in the cost of water to Shell. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that this resolution and agreement be accepted and approved and given RESOLUTION NO._ 391 . Roll. Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. A resolution was read fixing a time when a petition for an alley vacation may be heard. The request being from B. J. Hale for the alley adjacent to Lots 7, 8, and 9. Block 6 of Beale's Maple Grove addition to the City of Anacortes. The time set for the public hearing date to be August 5, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 392 . Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. A resolution was read fixing a time when a petition for an alley vacation may be heard. The request being from Wm Blakeley for a portion of the alley between Block 202 and 2039 Northern Pacific Addition of the City of Anacortes, adjacent to Lots 9 and 10. The time set for the public hearing date to be August 5, 1974. Motion made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO.__.3�93 . Rolls Ayes --Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. July 1, 1974 continued A request from Skyline to release their bonds was discussed. Public Works Director, David M. Ford reported that all of the work required by the City has not been completed and he did not recommend the release of the bonds at this time. Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the request be denied at this time Roll. Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A resolution was read declaring the intention of the City of Anacortes to improve 12th Street from Commercial Avenue to Alaska Avenue by grading, ballasting and paving with asphalt concrete, constructing and installing, cement concrete curbs, gutters and sidewalks together with certain and necessary storm sewers and surface inlets and appurtenances, and to create a local improvement district and notifying all persons who desire to object to the project to appear and present their objections at a meeting of the City Council to be held on August 19th, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Nelson that this resolution be approved and adopted and give RESOLUTION NO. 394 . Roll. byes --Nelson, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford. Abstain --Bryant. Motion carried. An ordinance was read prohibiting criminal trespass, defining the elements thereof, providing penalties therfor, and constituting Sections 9-1.31 of the Ofticial Code of the City of Anacortes. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1621 Rolls Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. An ordinance was read relating to the protection of the public water supply from actual or potential contamination and prohibiting cross connections and requiring backflow prevention devices and adopting by reference rules and regulations of the State Board of Health regarding public water supplies and constituting Sections 6-1.38 through 6-1.43 of the Official Code. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1622 Roll. Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. The City Manager reported that a couple of years ago the City Council had established a moratorium on water connections covering properties in the west end of the city. It was determined at that time there could be approximately 60 units constructed in a certain area. Up to this date, 50 of those units have been erected. Complaints of low water pressure have been received and are being checked out at this time. 1 It is the recommendation of the staff that the moratorium be extended to cover the 10 units that have not been constructed as yet under the old moratorium declaration. A motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr Mansfield that the moratorium be extended to cover the 10 remaining units. Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. The City Manager reported on Mr. Joe Oien's request for a variance. He recommended to the Council that they allow Mr. Oien to proceed with the sale of his property which is not in conformance with the ordinances of the City, provided he execute an agreement covering street improvements and filing a bond with the City. The Claims against the City for the month of June 1974 were reported as follows. Salaries and Wages 69,534.94 Expenditures 1169284 82 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that the claims be approved. Rolls Ayes --Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovichel Motion carried. Mayor Rice announced that the Council would be holding a study session Monday, July 8, 1974 at 7.30 P.M. There being no further business to come meeting to be adjourned at 9:15 P.M. Kathryn Lowry, Ci Clerk- easurer July 159 1974 before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the "', "at s Rice, Mayor A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Gary Nelson at 7.30 P.M. on July 15, 1974. The invocation was given by Captain Souders of the Salvation Army. Roll Call. Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr Jerry Mansfield, Mr Ray Separovich, Mr. Gary Nelson, Mr Henrik Sortun. Absent --Mr. James Rice and Mr. Floyd Lunsford. Mayor Nelson requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held -on July 1, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. July 159 1974 continued 5 Separovich that minutes be approved as if read. Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Nelson, Sortun Motion carried. Mayor Nelson called for guest hearings. Mr Aaron D. Light, representing the Tri -County Alcoholism program, addressed the Council and presented a plan for the City Council to look over for the alcoholism program. A letter was read from Mr. Chet Bryan in which he stated that if Snelson is allowed to erect a 60' high building in the Urban Renewal area that the entire view of Fidalgo Bay from the school grounds, could be lost. This letter was turned over to Mr. Ken Kinzel, Director of Urban Renewal. A public hearing was declared to be open to consider the request from Danard Construction to rezone from R -S to Rr1-1 75 acreage south of the Catholic School, east of Mountain Park Addition and north of Haddon Road. Mr. Robert Bateman addressed the Council on behalf of Danard Construction and presented their plans for a residential development to be known as "The Highlands". Mr. Neil Danard also addressed the Council and asked to have a decision made as soon as possible. A motion was made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the public hearing be closed and the City Attorney instructed to prepare an ordinance covering this change, and also that Danard Construction prepare an Environmental Impact Statement, have it filed and published for two weeks.t Roll. Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Nelson, Sortun, Bryant. Motion carried. aA request was received from Pacific Shipyard asking for renewal of a variance granted by the Council for the temporary use of a mobile home f6r office space a their place of business. This variance was granted by Council at their meeting of May 179 1972 and a year's extension given on April 17, 1973- Pacific Shipyard is now asking for another extension. Mr. Lew Weekley addressed the Council on behalf of Pacific Shipyard and gave their reasons for asking for the extension Councilman Mansfield stated that if this extension is granted it would be for the third time and that he was distrubed that nothing has been done about an office being built and that he would like to see dome definite plans. A motion was made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that a one year's extension be granted. Rolls Ayes-- Separovich, Bryant. Nayes--Nelson, Sortun, Mansfield. Motion not carried. A motion was then made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Sortun that Pacific Shipyard be given a 30 day extension to come up with a concrete proposal as to plans and time when an office would be built. Rolls Ayes --Nelson, Sortun, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. A public hearing was declared to be open to consider a request from Danard Construction to rezone from R -S to R.-1-1.75 acreage north of 32nd Street and immediately west of Skagit Avenue. Mr. Robert Bateman addressed the Council on behalf of Danard Construction and outlined their plans for this area Mr. George Mehler addressed the Council and presented a petition signed by 41 people who live in this area and who are against the rezone from Rs -S to Rr1-1.75 and recommended that the property be rezoned to R-1-9.0 with construction limited to four (4) homes fronting on 32nd Street. A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that the public hearing be closed and that this request be taken up at a Council Study Session on July 22, 1974. Rolls Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovlch, Nelson. Nayes--Sortun. Motion carried. A request was received from Dr. John Chambers for permission to maintain his mobile home office on its present location for another one year period. Dr. Chambers will be moving into the new medical clinic as soon as it is built. Motion made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that a one year extension be granted. Rolls Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Nelson, Sortun. Motion carried. A request was received from Mr. G. Koffel to renew the lease he has of approximately 12 5 acres of land which is adjacent to the Water Treatment Plant and which Mr. Koffel has been using for grazing purposed Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Separovich that the lease be renewed for one year. Roll. Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Nelson, Sortun, Bryant. Motion carried. Council permission was asked to call for construction bids on sewer LID #178. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Sortun that permission be granted. Rolls Ayes--Separovich, Nelson, Sortun, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. A request was received from the Public Works Department for permission to call for bids for the purchase of a hot high pressure washer which can be used for cleaning all City equipment, including Fire and Police Department vehicles, all garbage containers, including the 40-50 yard containers at the transfer station and with the correct type of solvent can be used to hose down and clean the six filters at the Water Treatment Plant. The cost of this machine is approximately $3500.00. Motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr Sortun that permission to call for bids be granted. Roll. Ayes --Nelson, Sortun, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried 6 July 159 1974 continued Council approval was asked for the appointment of the following to a committee to develop Anacortes Shoreline Master Program. Mr. Bob Keller from Port of Anacortes, Mr. Ian Nicol from Chamber of Commerce, Mrs. Bettye Bryant from City Council, Mr. Ned Andrich from the Planning Commission and Mr. Oliver Hauge, Mrs. Eva Tongue, and Mr. Don Jordan from the Citizens Advisory Commission. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that these appointments be made and approved. Boll. Ayes--Sortun, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Notion carried. A discussion took place on re -instating the summer water rates. A motion was made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that summer rate be put into effect to run from May 15, 1974 to August 15, 1974. Roll. Ayes--Biyant, Mansfield, Separovich, Nelson, Sortun. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of a contract for the sale of real property, by and between the City of Anacortes and Snelson-Anvil. This property being located in the Anacortes Industrial Park. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 395 Rolls Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Nelson, Sortun, Bryant. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of a contract for the sale of real property, by and between the City of Anacortes and Mr and Mrs. Vitomir Ruzich. This property being located in the Anacortes Industrial Park. Motion made by Mrs Bryant and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO.___396 . Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Nayes--Sortun. Motion carried. The City Manager reported that Skagit County has received a Federal grant of $160,000 to provide for the employment of unemployadipersons and that Anacortes can have three of these people. The Manager asked for Council approval to execute the agreement for these three positions which would run for a period of eight and one-half monthsl Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that permission be granted to execute an agreement for this project. Roll. Ayes --Nelson, Sortun, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. The City Manager requested a study session with the Council on July 17, 1974. There being no further business to come before the Council Mayor Pro Tem Nelson declared the meeting to be adjourned at 9.30 P.M. "-< n� Kitthryn Lowry, City Clerk-Treasuier �s Rice, Mayor August 59 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P.M. on August 59 1974 Roll Call. Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson. Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on July 15, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr Sortun that the minutes be approved as if read. Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried Mayor Rice called for guest hearings Mr Forrest Miller addressed the Council and stated that the Anacortes JC's have been hosting seventeen Japanese guests from Tokyo Mr. Miller introduced Mr. Sake, leader of the Japanese group. Mr. Sake invited the Council to a Japanese dinner to be held at 6 30 P.M. on August 6th,1974 A letter was read from Mr Thomas Derus and also one from Dr. Haukebo requesting Council's permission for a one year's extension on having a'trailer home located on Mr Derus's property for the use of his mother who is under Dr. Haukebo's care. Motion made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mrs Bryant that a one year extension be granted Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion granted. Under old business, the re -zone request of Danard Construction on 32nd Street was again discussed. Mr. Robert Bateman addressed the Council and presented them with a proposed site development sketch. An ordinance was read amending the Zoning Map of the City of Anacortes to change the zoning classification in this area from R -S Suburban District to i,.-1.7 5 Single Family Resident District Motion made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1623 Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried A request from the TV Cable Company to increase their rates from $6.00 per month to August 59 1974 continued 7 $6.40 per month was discussed. A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that this increase be approved and the City Attorney instructed to prepare a resolution covering the increase Roll. Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield Nayes--Nelson, Separovich. Motion carried Councilman Nelson stated that he was voting "no" as he is not convinced that they are deserving of a 40¢ raise. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a request from Mr. Wm. Blakeley for vacation of portion of alley adjacent to lots 9 and 10 in Blocks 202 and 2039 Northern Pacific Addition The Planning Commission having recommended that this request be denied unless owners of 2/13 of the property would agree to vacate the entire alley. Vacation of only part of the alley would leave a dead end alley After some discussion, Mayor Rice declared the Public Hearing to be closed A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Nelson that this request be denied. Roll. Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a request from B.J. Hale for vacation of alley adjacent to lots 72 8, and 99 Block 6, Beale's Maple Grove Addition The Planning Commission having recommended that this request be granted. There were no objections and Mayor Rice declared the Public Hearing to be closed Motion made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr Sortun that this request be approved and the City Attorney instructed to draw up an ordinance to 6 cover Roll. Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried. Council permission was asked to advertise parcels #16 and #17 in the Urban Renewal area for sale. Each of these lots is approximately 1.2 acreas. Motion made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mr. Sortun that permission to call for bids be granted. Roll Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried Bids were received for Maintenance of Water Treatment Plant and Sewage Treatment Plant equipment from the following. Honeywell, Inc. 99734.00 Instrument Service Co 119940 00 Branom Instrument Co. 179000.00 Motion made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Mr. Nelson that the low bid of $9,734.00 from Honeywell, Inc be accepted Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of that certain maintenance agreement by and between the City of Anacortes and Honeywell, Inc. Motion made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 397 . Rolls Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried. Mr David Ford, Director of Public Works, asked for Council approval of the studies of TOPICS AND ARTERIAL CIRCULATION PLANS. In order for the State Highway Department and the Federal Highway Administration to make final approval of these studies it is necessary to have an official approval documented by Council minutes from the City Council. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that Council approval of these studies be given Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant,, Mansfield. Motion carried A request was received from the Bonneville Power Administration for water service for their substation installation adjacent to Washington Park. They have been informed by the Water Seuprintendent that this area is under strict moratorium at this time and no service could be given them until the moratorium is either lifted or they have permission directly from the City Council for a service hookup. Mr Bill Shulenberg from the Bonneville Power Administration addressed the Council and stated their reasons for the request and asked that it be granted whenever possible. Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that this request be denied at the present time. Roll Apes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of a contract for the sale of certain real property by and between the City of Anacortes and Gregory Industries, Ltd. The property being located in the Urban Renewal Area. A motion was made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr. Nelson that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 398 , with the understanding that it would be approved subject to Council approval of the sales contract. Roll. Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. August 5, 1974 continued A bid was received from Raider Marine Corporation for the purchase of the southerly portion of parcel #41 in the Urban Renewal Area for $139000.00. Motion made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Mr. Nelson that this bid be accepted. Roll. Ayes -- Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried. Bads were received for the purchase of the south 100 feet of Parcel #43 as follows. Herb Hacks Marine, Inc (3 minutes past bad opening tame) 9,500.00 Raider Marine Corporation 9,500.00 Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Separovich that both bads be refected Roll. Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Race, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried A resolution was read authorizing execution of a contract for the sale of certain real property by and between the City of Anacortes and Raider Marine Corporation. Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Sortun that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO._j99 . Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Race, Sortun, Lunsford. Nayes--Nelson, Motion carried. An ordinance was read amending the zoning map of theCity of Anacortes to change the zoning classification of certain land areas within the City This being for Danard Construction for their development to be known as "Highland" This would change the zoning from R -S Suburban to R-1 7.5 Single Family Motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1624 . Roll* Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Race, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried The City Manager reported that the public hearing on 12th Street improvements which had been scheduled for August 19th, 1974 would be cancelled and another public hearing date would be set in the near future. The City Manager requested a study session with the Council and the Port of Anacortes for Monday August 12, 1974 to discuss locations for the proposed secondary sewage treatment plant. The City Manager advised the Council that the City is now having to pay Skagit County for the use of the Guemes Ferry when the Park Department goes over to Guemes Park to do maintenance work. He reported that it cost the city $29309.64 in 1973 for maintenance of Guemes Park and the city only received $431.00 in revenues. The Manager suggested that it might be the wish of the Council to turn this park over to Skagit County A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that this be turned over to the Parks and Recreation Commission for their consideration Roll Ayes--Separovich, Race, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried Mr Neal Danard of Danard Construction addressed the Council and asked for Council approval of the preliminary plat plan for Division I of the Highland Development. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the Council give approval of the preliminary plan Roll Ayes --Race, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried Claims report for the month of July 1974 was presented as follows. Wages and Salaries 73,803 36 Expenditures 2709962 50 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, motion made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Separovich that claims be approved Roll. Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Race. Motion carried A discussion took place on the possibilities of providing better water pressure for the west end of Anacortes. A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Separovich that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids for a pump that would be large enough to relieve the water situation in the west end Roll. Ayes -- Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried. There being no further business to come before the Council Mayor Race declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8.50 P.M. Li Kat$ryn Lo CityC erk-Tress er /Jas Race, Mayor August 199 1974 v A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7.30 P.M. on August 19, 1974. Roll Call Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson Absent --Mr. Ray Separovich Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on August 59 1974• Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Sortun that minutes be approved as if read Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings Mr. Ralph Gregory addressed the Council and asked about the status of the hearing on the 12th Street improvements. Mayor Rice replied that the City should have an answer from the Urban Arterial Board sometime next week as to whether or not they would provide funds for the project if the width of the street is cut down to 401 instead of 441 as first proposed Mayor Rice asked for Council approval of the re -appointment of Charles Mason to the Board of Adjustments. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that this re -appointment be approved. Rolls Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of an agreement between the City of Anacortes Park and Recreation Department and the Anacortes School District No. 103, for the purpose of setting up a recreational program A motion was made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr Lunsford that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 400 Bids were received for the sale of certain advertised parcels of land in the Urban Renewal Area as foDows. Pacific Bering Seas Products in point venture with Alaska Consolidated Trading Company $2009000 00 Anacortes Marine Development Corp. 155045.30 After some discussion and questions being asked of Mr. Chuck Heath, representing Pacific Bering Seas Products and Mr. Dominick Svornich, representing Anacortes Marine Development. A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that the bid from Alaska Consolidated Trading Company for the sum of $200,000.00 be accepted and authorization given to Mr. Ken Kinzel to draw up a sales contract which will be subject to City Council review and also that provisions be made to set up a definite construction schedule. Roll. Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Rice. Nayes--Sortun, Lunsford. Motion carried. Chemical bids for 1974-1975 were received as follows HYDRATED LIME FLUORIDE LIQUID CHLORINE POLYELECTROLITE ALUMINUM SULFATE Domtar Chemicals, Inc. Van Waters and Rogers Van WaLers and Rogers Van Waters and Rogers Van Waters and Rogers American Cyanamid Allied Chozo cal- Corp. Stauffer Chemical Co. $44.70 per ton 65.70 per ton 19.87 per hundred 155.67 per ton 2.35 per pound 1.59 per pound 66 76 per ton 68.40 per ton Mr Mike Foster, Water Superintendent reported that information regarding the price and availability of liquid Chlorine has been received since the bids came in and requested that acceptance of the bid for Chlorine be deferred to allow staff to pursue the matter further. A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that the low bid from Domtar Chemical for hydrated lime at $44.70 be accepted, the low bid from Van Waters and Rogers for Fluoride at $19 87 per hundred be accepted, and low bid from Allied Chemical Co. for sulfate at $66 76 per ton be accepted, and the low bid from American Cyanamid Co. for polyelectrolite at $1.59 per pound be accepted Roll. Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Rice, Sortun Motion carried. The City Manager reported that the City staff has been reviewing the sanitation operation as it pertains to transfer station vs the possibility of obtaining larger capacity trucks and hauling our own garbage to the Inman Pit. It would appear that the beat proposal would be for the City to purchase two 25 -Yard rear -end loaders and retain one of the present trucks until such time as it could also be determined whether the operation could be suscessful utilizing only two of the larger trucks Since there is approximately a year to a year and a 1 ® August 19, 1974 continued half from the time of placing an order for a compactor track before delivery, it is recommended that the Council authorize the calling for bids for two 25 -yard compactor trucks and that a thorough rate analysis be performed in order to determine the exact increase necessary to fund the garbage operation. A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Mansfield that the specifications for these trucks be prepared and presented to the City Council for their review before the bid called is issued Roll Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Race, Sortun, Lunsford. Motion carried It was reported that the Firemen's Union Local No. 1537 has accepted the City's offer of approximately 10.4% increase in their basic salary for 1975. This offer is based on the Seattle Consumer Index of May 1973 -May 1974. A motion was made by Mrs Bryant and seconded by Mr Sortun that the Mayor be authorized to execute a contract with the Firemen's Union Local No 1537. Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Nayes--Nelson Motion carried. A request was received from Charles Funk to rezone Lots 31 and 32 of Norman & Woods Division from R-1 to C-2 (along Ferry Terminal Road) The Planning Commission recommended this change be approved. A request was received from Maynard Lewis to rezone lots 1 through 10, Block 126 and the north half of vacated alley adjacent thereto, the north 10 feet of Lots 11 through 17, Block 126, and the south half of vacated alley adjacent thereto from 1-1 to R-3 This property is located between J and K Avenues and 17th and 18th Streets The Planning Commission recommended that the Council authorize a change in land use from single family residence to multi -family residence and the zone be changed from R-1 to R-3 in the area requested. A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that a public hearing date of September 169 1974 be set on both of the above requests Roll. Ayes --Mansfield, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried. Bids were received for re -roofing City Hall, but the Council postponed any action on the bids until a later date An ordinance was read vacating that portion of an alley in Block 6, Beale's Maple Grove Addition, abutting Lots 79 8, and 9 This request having been made by Mr and Mrs Howard Hale This ordinance not to become effective until the owners of the property requesting the vacation have compensated the City of Anacortes. in an amount which equals one-half of the appraised value of the area so vacated. Motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1625 Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried. An ordinance was read amending Ordinance no. 1608 which is the Budget Ordinance for 1974 This would provide for an additional expenditure from the Equipment Rental Operating Supply fund in the amount of $99500 009 caused by increases in gasoline costs over what was estimated Motion made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr Nelson that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1626 . Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Rice. Motion carried A resolution was read authorizing an increase of rates by Nationwide Cablevision Company, authorizing them to increase the monthly service charge rate from $6 00 to $6 40 per month, effective September 1, 1974 Motion made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Lunsford that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 401 . Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Bryant; Mansfield, Rice, Sortun Nayes--Nelson Motion carried Treasurer's report for July 1974 was presented as follows Receipts Be. & Balances Disbursements Balance Investments Total 19765,825 49 2,4449555 94 198749166 27 570,389 67 1,4579005 79 2,027095 46 The City Manager reported that a State Auditors Seminar on the Bars Accounting System would be held September 3, 1974 in Mt. Vernon and September 4, 1974 in Bellingham He urged City Councilmen to attend if possible The City Manager requested a meeting with the City Council on September 269 1974 to discuss Union negotiations being held with Anacortes City Employee's Union Local No 347 Councilman Nelson asked the City staff to look into the parking of a semi. -trailer on 15th Street between Commercial and R Avenue, as it is in the way of traffic going into Thrifty Mart Shopping Center Mr Nelson also asked about signs for August 199 1974 continued Commercial Avenue between 12th and 36th Streets. The next Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 3, 1974 as the regular meeting date will fall on Labor Day.1 There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8 40 P.M Kathryn Lowry, City Clerk -Treasurer J es ce, Mayor 11 September 39 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7:30 P.M on September 39 1974. Roll Call Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr. Gary Nelson. Absent --Mr. Henrik Sortun. Mayor Rice requested the Councilts pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on August 19, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Separovich that minutes be approved as if read Roll: Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. There were none. A letter was read from Edward C Beeksma, Attorney at Law, stating that he had been retained by the residents and property owners on 12th Street in Anacortes to represent them in their opposition to the formation of a L.I.D., and in addition that they have retained him to represent them in their general opposition to the improvement and widening of 12th Street The letter was accompanied by 95 protests signed by property owners residenng in this area Mayor Rice reported that the Urban Arterial Board would not approve the deviation from the minimum design standards for roadway width of 44 feet to 40 feet, and it was Mayor Ricers recommendation that the project be dropped, due to this and due to all the protests which have been received. A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr Separovich that the 12th Street project be dropped. Roll. Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford. Nayes--Nelson. Abstain --Bryant Motion carried. Sewer construction bids were received for L.I.D.#178 as follows. T and P Company 1129733.09 Terry Tidrington 969562 21 Snelson, Inc. 142,568 63 Eerkes, Inc. 92035 33 J.J. Pearson Construction 134,865 48 Whatcom Builders Supply Co 1249080.70 Wilder Construction 2039772.84 Director of Public Works, Mr David Ford, reported that there were a number of errors in the bids He reported that Mr. Eerkes bid as corrected would be $103,237.10. Mr. Tidrington left out three items in his bid and with those three items added in, his bid would amount to $98,954 96 There was some discussion as to the legality of the bids, due to the corrections that had to be made and to the addition of the items that were left out A motion was made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that the bid of $98,954.96 from Mr Tidrington be accepted and that the Council waive all defects in the bidding Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. Bids on a Hot High Pressure Washer were presented Five bid specifications were sent out but only one bid was received from N.W. Modern of Washington in the amount of $3,143 70 including tax Motion made by Air Nelson and seconded by Mr Mansfield, that this bid be accepted Roll Ayes --Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried Four bids were received on refuse transfer containers, but it was recommended that the bids be refected due to the fact that since the bid call was put out the Department of Public Works is investigating larger compactor hauling so there will be no need for a transfer station Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr Lunsford that these bids be refected Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice Motion carried 12 September 3, 1974 Mayor Rice asked for Council approval of the appointment of Mr George Mehler to the Board of Adjustments Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that this appointment be approved Roll Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford Motion carried Mayor Rice announced that the Board of Certification for Washington State Water Works Operators has issued Certificates of Competency to Edward Capasso and Patrick L Lowry for promotion to Purification Plant Operator II On August 30, 1974, the Department of Urban Renewal opened bids on Parcels 16 and 17 in the Urban Renewal area One bid was received from Gregory Industries, Ltd in the amount of $34,600.00 A motion was made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Separovich that the bid from Gregory Industries, Ltd be accepted subject to Council approval of the sales contract and also that this bid be incorporated in with the contract for Gregory Industries, Ltd on land previously purchased by them in the Urban Renewal area Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsfrd, Nelson Motion carried The City Manager asked for Council approval of the city hall re-rogfing fob done by Mr Pate for $3,790.00 Motion made by Mrs Bryant and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this expenditure be approved. Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried The City Manager reported that the engineering firm of Stevens, Thompson and Runyan have submitted some options for the improvements of 12th Street which the Council might like to consider One of the options being to construct safety improvements as follows a Flatten curve at "A" Avenue b Left -turn lane at Alaska Avenue c Left -turn lane at "D" Avenue e Left -turn lanes and widening to 44 feet between "M" Avenue and Commercial Avenue These improvements would be with U.A B money and no cost to the property owner. Councilman Nelson stated that he thought the City should take a good look at these proposed safety improvements Claims against the City for the month of August 1974 were presented as follows Salaries and Wages 759934.95 Expenditures 147,196 10 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, motion was made by Mr Lunsford and /seconded by Mr Mansfield that the claims be approved Roll Ayes --Rice, Lunsford, Nelsen, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried �' There being no further business to come before the Council Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8 20 P.M 4641� Kathryn Lowry, City Clerk -Treasure e��eRice, Mayor September 16, 1974 Regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P M- on September 16, 1974 Roll Call Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr Ray Separovich, Mr James Rice, Mr Henrik Sortun, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson. Absent --Mr. Jerry Mansfield. Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on September 3, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that minutes be approved as if read. Roll Ayes --Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings There were none. A letter was read from Mrs. Felicia Childs resigning her chairmanship of the Bi - Centennial Commission, and asked the Council to appoint someone in her place. 1 1 1 Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a request for rezone from R-1 to R-3, property owned by Maynard Lewis, located between J and K Avenues and 17th and 18th Streets There were no objections to this request and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed. Motion made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that this request be granted and the City Attorney instructed to draw up an ordinance to cover the change. Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. September 16, 1974 continued 13 Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a request for rezone from R-1 to C-2 lots 31 and 32 of Norman & Woods Division, located along Ferry Terminal Road and owned by Charles Funk There were no objections to this request and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed. Motion made by Mrs Bryant and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this request be granted and the City Attorney instructed to draw up an ordinance to cover the change. Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich Motion carried. The Urban Renewal Department asked for Council approval of the Contract of Sale for urban renewal land to Anacortes Lumber, Inc. (Gregory Industries, Lts.). Motion was made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Air. Separovich that the Contract of Sale be approved Roll Ayes--Sortun, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice. Nayes--Lunsford. Motion carried. Recommendations were received from the Planning Commission to rezone from R -S to RPUD (Residential Planned Unit Development) 25.9 acres of land located on the hill above Highway 20 and east of Grandview Cemetery and the Planning Commission also recommended preliminary approval of proposed plat of Division I of Stittwood Addition These requesis having been made by William Stitt and W.A. Mitchell. Motion was made by Air Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that a public hearing date of October 7th, 1974 be set on both of these recommendations Roll Ayes -- Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford. Motion carried. A request was received from Ann Rydberg asking that property she owns adjacent to Havelcost Road be declared "Open Space" A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Lunsford that a public hearing date of October 7, 1974 be set on this request Roll Ayes --Bryant, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Nayes-- Separovich Motion carried Air Clyde Cool., on behalf of the Eagles, requested permission to have a portion of 7th Street blocked off for their annual salmon derby Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that permission be granted Roll Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried. A request was received from Skyline Associates requesting that the meter to the swimming pool be transferred over to a residential lot for the purpose of allowing , new construction to take place In the opinion of the City Staff this transfer does \ not ease any of the problems which brought about the water moratorium in that area 'X\ The elimination of a meter serving a swimming pool (which when once filled uses very little water) would not alleviate the water shortage A motion was made by Air Sortun and seconded by Air Nelson that the request be denied Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Nayes--Nelson, Bryant, Separovich Tie vote, no action taken Council was asked to make a final acceptance of the Commercial Avenue Project. Mr. David Ford, Public Works Director, reported that there are approximately nine (9) items remaining on the project to be completed. These items are nearly complete and Air. Ford stated that he did not feel that they warrant holding up final acceptance on the project. He recommended acceptance of the project, thus initiating a 30 day mandatory waiting period and that, at the end of the 30 day period, providing all releases have been obtained from State Agencies and the list items have been completed the City administratively release the retainage monies being withheld. Motion was made by Air. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that the project be accepted with the understanding that all retainage be held until such time as all unfinished items have been taken care of. Roll. Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A proposed agreement between the Hospital District and the City of Anacortes was discussed. The agreement would provide for the City of Anacortes to take over the ambulance service which is now being operated by Hospital District No. 2. It is felt by both parties that the City of Anacortes can more effectively and efficiently operate the ambulance service to the benefit of all tax payers and residents within confines and boundaries of both Skagit County Hospital District No. 2 and City of Anacortes. After some discussion on this a motion was made by Air. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this be tabled until the October 7th, 1974 Council meeting. Roll* Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich. Nayes--Rice, Sortun. Motion carried. Improvements to 12th Street were again discussed. A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that the Council study this further and come up with some recommendations. Roll Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford. Motion carried. A L.I.D. petition was presented to the Council for the purpose of improving the alley between Commercial Avenue and 0 Avenue in the block between 15th and 16th Streets. The total cost for such a project is estimated at $4062.40. The petition was sent in by Norris Estvold, Inc. who owns 54.25% of the adjacent property. After some discussion by the Council a motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded 1 September 16, 1974 continued by Mr. Separovich that this petition .QV an L.I.D. be refected. Roll. Ayes -- Bryant, Separovich, Lunsford, Nelson Nayes--Rice, Sortun. Motion carried. Mayor Rice announced that the Council would be holding a study session at 7.30 P.M. on Wednesday, September 18th, 1974. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 9 05 P.M. Ka Lo , City Cl rk-Treasuret es Rice• Mayor or October 7,1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P M. on October 7, 1974. Roll Call Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr Henrik Sortun, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson. Mayor Rice requested the Councils pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on September 16, 1974. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that the minutes be approved as if read. Roll. Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings Mr. Ralph Gregory addressed the Council and asked if the city wide water L I D would be discussed at the meeting. Mayor Rice replied that it would not be brought up to -night, but that a special meeting would be held on Tuesday, October 15, 1974 at which time the L.I.D. would be discussed. Mr. Delbert Taylor from Skyline addressed the Council and asked if permits would be issued after the storage reservoir is completed at Skyline. He was advised that there possibly might be a limited amount of permits issued, but it was doubtful if there would be much added capacity even after the storage tank is completed. Mr. Rick Latham addressed the Council and stated that he thought there should be more public information bulletins on the proposed logging operations. Mrs. Amelia Heilman addressed the Council and asked if there would be public hear Ings on the logging proposal before anything is done. She was advised that there would be. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a re -zone request from William Stitt and W.A. Mitchell and preliminary approval of proposed Plat of Division I of Stittwood Addition. They are requesting a rezone from R -S and R-1 to RPUD (Residential Planned Unit Development) of 25.9 acres of land located on the hill above Highway 20 and east of the Grandview Cemetery. Mr. Stitt addressed the Council and stated that their plans call for 39 single family units and 60 multi -family units. People living in this area expressed concern over the water situation. Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed. A motion was made by Air. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that the City Attorney be instructed to draw up an ordinance to cover this request and present it at the next Council meeting. Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a request from Ann Rydberg to declare 3.15 acreas of land that the owns to be "open space". The City Manager explained that "open space land" means (a) any land area so designated by an official comprehensive land use plan adopted by any city or county and zoned accordingly or (b) any land area, the preservation of which in its present use would conserve and enhance natural or scenic resources, or protect streams or water supply, promote conservation of soils, wetlands, beaches or tidal marshes, or enhance the value to the public of abutting or neighboring parks, forests, wildlife preserves, nature reservations or sanctuaries or other open space, or enhance recreation opportunities, or preserve historic sites, or retain in its natural state tracts of land not less than five acres situated in an urban area and open to public use on such conditions as may be reasonably required by the legislative body grant- ing the open space classification. The Management recommended that the request be denied, as this property meets very few, if any, of the considerations. A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that the request be denied Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Nayes--Lunsford. Motion carried. A recommendation was received from the Planning Commission recommending that the City Council authorize the City Mana6er to negotiate the transfer, sale, or trade i - I October 7, 1974 continued 15 of the Guemes Island Park to the State Park Department realizing the maximum benefit to the City of Anacortes. As no recommendation had been received from the Parks and Recreation Commission, action on this was postponed until a later meeting. A letter was received from the Port of Skagit County requesting that the City of Anacortes handle, through its treatment plant, domestic sewage from a marina project and an industrial development in LaConner, pending installation of adequate sanitary sewage treatment facilities in the City of LaConner. The letter also requests that, provided permission is given for handling the sewage, that a cost figure on a per thousand gallon basis be quot6d, Mr. David Ford, Director of Public Works, stated that the Port of Skagit County estimates, at present, although they are still verifying these figures, that they will have approximately 2 thousand to 5 thous)hnd gallons per day of sanitary sewage to dispose of. The serfage they wish to dispose of will be domestic only, and will not be septic. It would be from showers, restroom facilities, possibly a laundry, from the marina project and the industrial facility. Mr. Ford stated that the following charges have been discussed. A basic charge of $5.00 per delivery, plus 90¢ per thousand gallons. This would mean that the charge for each delivery per day of 2 thousand gallons would be $6 80 and fai each delivery of 5 thousand gallons would be $9.50. The present plant capacity is such that the City would have no problem in handling the estimated amounts of sewage. The Council requested that a contract be drawn up covering all details and presented to the Council at their next meeting. An ordinance was read levying a tax upon real and personal property within the City of Anacortes for municipal purposes for the year 1975 as follows. Current Expense 3309874.00 1960 G. 0. Bond 28.300.00 359,174 00 Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 162' . Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Nayes--Nelson. Motion carried. The tax levy ordinance is based on 7z mills, the other a mill which the City is entitled to will go to Island Hospital. The so called floating z mill, when assessed to the capabilities of the City of Anacortes, returns a tax revenue of $229058. When applied to the assessed valuation of the Hospital district, it would return in excess of $64,000 with a possibility of approximately another $409000 if the Hospital District can assess on the re-evaluation recently completed. The City Manager stated that since there appears to be a controversy on whether the City should operate the ambulance through the Fire Department and there is some concern as to the proposed contract that has been approved by the Hospital District, he recommended to the Council that they negotiate with the Hospital District for the supplying of dispatching services through our central dispatch agency and the Hospital District would pay the City $22,058 for this service, and in return therefor, the City will release the floating-! mill to the Hospital District thus preserving the IIospital District's capability of assessing this tax. An ordinance was read amending the zoning map of the City of Anacortes The follow- ing described area, heretofore classified and placed within the R-1 Single Family Resident District is hereby and shall hereafter be placed and classified in the R-3 Multiple Family Residential District Lots 1 through 17, Block 126, City of Anacortes, and North half of vacated alley adjacent to lots 1 through 19, the south half of vacated alley adjacent to and the north 10 feet of lots 11 through 17 of Block 126 The request for this change having been made by Mr Maynard Lewis. Motion was made by Mrs Bryant and seconded by Air Mansfield that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1628 Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice Motion carried An ordinance was read amending the zoning map of the City of Anacortes to change the zoning classification of certain land areas within the City The following described area are, heretofore classified and placed within the R-1 Single Family Resident District is hereby and shall hereafter be placed and classified in the Commercial District --C-2 Lots 31 and 32 of Norman and Wood's Subdivision, except that portion lying easterly of the westerly line of a 120 foot strip deeded to the City for road purposes and known as Ferry Terminal Road This request having been made by Air Charles Funk A motion was made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mr Sortun that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1629 . Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried 1 October 7, 1974 continued An ordinance was read amending Ordinance No 1583 entitled "An Ordinance adopting the budget and salary schedule for all municipal uses and purposes for the year 1974" The budget would be amended to reflect additional revenue to the Park Fund from the Estate of Edna Drake in the amount of $500 00, and provide for the expenditure thereof Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Air Lunsford that this ordinance be approved and adopted and give ORDINANCE NO. 1630 . Roll Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried Claims against the City for the month of September 1974 were presented as follows Salaries and wages 72,664 81 Expenditures 104,141 53 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, motion was made by Air Sortun and seconded by Mr Lunsford that the claims be approved Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried Mayor Rice announced that the Council would be holding a study session at 7 30 P.M on Tuesday, October 8, 1974 There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the meeting meeting to be adjourned at 8 35 P M I{athryn,Low , City Clerk -Treasurer J e Rice, Mayor October 21, 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7:30 P.M. on October 21, 1974. The invocation was given by Rev. Elwell of the Church of Christ. Roll Call: Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun Absent --Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr 'Gary Nelson Mayor Rice requested the Councilts pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on October 7, 1974. Motion made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Sortun that the minutes be approved as if read. Roll: Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. Mike Johns addressed the Council and handed out a paper entitled "The Best Game In Town". The paper contains various ideas and alternatives for the State of Washington and gives all citizens an opportunity to fill out a)statement of preference to direct the future growth of the State. Mayor Rice urged everyone to read the paper and to fill out the preference statement. A resolution was read authorizing execution of a contract for the sale of certain real property by and between the City of Anacortes and Gregory Industries, Ltd. This land is located within the Urban Renewal area and the sale price for the land is $474,600.00 which is to be paid simultaneously with the delivery of the warranty deed. Councilman Sortun stated that he would like to see a complete set of plans before the sales contract'is approved A motion was made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 402 , with an amendment being added that plans be submitted to the City Council for their approval, after the Planning Commission has approved them. Roll: Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Bryant. Nayes-- Sortun. Motion carried. A request was received from Paget Power for a study session with the Council and also a public meeting after that to again study their request for the vacation of a portion of the existing alley, 16 feet in width, between Blocks 906 and 9079 bordering Lots 16 through 22, Northern Pacific Addition, between W. 3rd and 4th Streets and Kansas and Illinois Avenues. This being in the area where the Burrows Bay sub -station is located. The study session with the Council was set for November 59 1974. The Council discussed a water storage tank at Skyline Skyline proposes to build a 120,000 gallon storage facility Mr Chuck Davenport, City Manager, and )4r David Ford, Public Works Director both pointed out that such a construction would not relieve the situation in the Skyline area and it wouldibe an expenditure on the part of Skyline that would not do much good, as it would not allow the lifting of the moratorium that is now in effect in this area. What is needed for this area is a two million gallon storage tank and the installation of new transmission lines. The Manager reported that the City is looking in various places for money to finance water improvements. It was suggested that possibly Skyline might help by putting in the money they would have to pay for the 1209000 gallon tank A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Mansfield that the request from ` October 219 1974 r7 Skyline to build a 120,000 gallon storage tank be denied, and the City Staff instructed to consult with Skyline to see what other action they might like to take Roll: Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. A request was received from Skyline for release of bonding in the following divisions and in the following amounts Division Amount 2 $4,000 3 10,000 7 6,000 8 24,000 11 4,000 13 8,400 All of the above have been inspected with regard to Street Improvements, water system improvements, sanitary and storm system improvements and it is recommended that the City release all road bonds and that the City take over for maintenance and operation the streets, water system, sanitary sewer system, storm sewer system, and street lighting within the above stated divisions of Skyline. A motion was made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr. Sortun that the above bonds be released and the City take over the maintenance and operation of the facilities as stated Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried. A request was also received to release water bonds on Divisions 49 59 99 10, and le in the Skyline area. Mr David Ford reported that there are a few items to be completed before the bonds would be released. A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that these bonds be released administratively when all items have been completed. Roll* Ayes--Sortun, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A proposed litter ordinance submitted by Anacortes Planning Commission will be taken up by the Council at a study session An ordinance was read amending the zoning map of the City of Anacortes The following described area, heretofore, placed and classified within the R-19 single family residence district, and R -S, suburban district would be placed and classified } as a residential planned unit development with a combination of multi and single family residences- A portion of the North 175 feet of Government Lot 6 and a portion of Government Lot 7 in section 309 Township 35 North, Range 2 East W.M. lying westerly of State Highway 20, lying easterly of the Whistle Lake Road, lying southerly of the plat of Hillcrest Terrace, except the West 330 feet of said Government Lot 6 Motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr Separovich that this ordinance be approved and adopted and given ORDINARCEiNO. 1631 9 Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried. The Treasurer's ieport for September 1974 was presented as follows: Receipts Rec. & Balances Disbursements Cash Balance Investments 635,208.37 190929564 40 5809777 54 511,786 86 1,406,845 87 199189632.73 The City Manager reported that Mr Don Phillips of HUD would be in City Hall at 1:30 P.M on October 31, 1974 to talk to the staff on the Block Grant of $480,000 and invited the Council to come in There being no further business to come the meeting to be adjourned at 8:45 P.M. Kathryn Lowry, City Clerk Treasurer November 4, 1974 before the Council, Mayor Rice declared (jam Rice, Mayor A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7 30 P.M on November 4, 1974 The invocation was given by Rev Campbell of the United Methodist Church Roll Call Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr Ray Separovich, Mr James Rice, Mr Henrik Sortun, Mr Floyd Lunsford, Mr Gary Nelson Absent --Hr Jerry Mansfield 1 November 4, 1974 Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on October 21, 1974 Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Separovich that minutes be approved as if read. Roll Ayes --Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried Mayor Rice called for guest hearings There were none. A request was received from the Retail Merchants to have the Santa Claus but located at 6th and Commercial from November 23, 1974 through December 28, 1974.' Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Lunsford that permission be granted Roll. Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried A request was received from the Anacortes Jaycees to hold their annual Christmas parade on December 7, 1974 The route will be along Commercial Avenue from 22nd to 4th Streets Parade makeup will be on R. Avenue at 22nd Street and the parade will commence at 11 00 A.M. Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that permission be granted. Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich Motion carried. A petition was received from Mr M B McGlenn for vacation of a portion of "A" Avenue adjoining the west property line of lots 11, 12, and 13, Block 246, Davis let Addition to Anacortes A motion was made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mrs Bryant that a public hearing date of December 2, 1974 be set on this request Roll Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried A resolution was read fixing the time and place on the above vacation request Setting the time for the hearing for December 2, 1974 at 7.30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Motion made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Mr Separovich that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 403 Roll Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried Mayor Rice requested Council approval of the appointment of Mrs George Forsyth to the Museum of History Board and the appointment of Mr John Reed to the Civil Service Commission Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr Sortun that these two appointments be approved Roll• Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried The City Manager reported that he had presented the Council with copies of the 1975 preliminary budget and that a public hearing will be held on the budget on December 2, 1974 and the Council will have a study session on the budget on November 11, 1974 Mayor Rice announced the Council would hold a study session with Puget Power on November 5, 1974 at 7 30 P.M There being no further business to come before the Council Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8 40 P M. ZtLC Lowry, City Cly k-Tre�_asurep Rice, Mayor November 189 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7:30 P.M. on November 18, 1974 The invocation was given by Captain Souders of the Salvation Army Roll Call• Mrs Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr. Gary Nelson Mayor Rice read a proclamation, proclaiming the week of November 17th through November 23rd, as Key Club Week, after which he presented the proclamation,to Mike Trafton and expressed thanks and appreciation to the Bey Club for what they have done for the City of Anacortes. LJ 1 1 Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on November 49 1974. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that minutes be approved as if read Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. There were none. A letter was read from the Seattle Mountaineers requesting the use of Mt. Erie for March 1 and 2, and May 17, and 18, 1975 and stating that the City of Anacortes November 189 1974 continued 19 would not be held liable for any accidents Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr Separovich that permission for these dates be given Roll* Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried Mayor Rice asked for Council approval of the appointment of the following to the Citizens Advisory Committee, James Fank, Bob Way and Vivian Kepthorn. Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that these appointments be approved Roll- Ayes--Separovich, Ric , Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. Mayor Rice announced that the Council would be holding study sessions on the budget on November 19th, November 25th and November 26th, 1974. A resolution was read setting December 169 1974 as a public hearing date on a request from Mr Delbert 0. Johnson to vacate the alley between lots 1-6 and 15-209 Block 20 of the Kelloggs and Fords Addition and also the 10 feet on the south side of 33rd Street, Lots 1-69 Block 20, same addition. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 404 . Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. Motion was made by Mr Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Sortun that a public hearing date of December 16, 1974 be set on the 6 -year Street Construction Program. Roll* Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. Mr Dan Coleman addressed the Council on behalf of the Citizen's Advisory Committee and asked for approval to add 15 temporary members to the Advisory Committee due to the asigned work load of the Block Grant consideration, consideration of the revision of the zoning ordinance and others. Motion made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mr Mansfield that this request for temproary members be approved Roll. Ayes -- Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun Motion carried. The City Manager reported that there appears to be no agreement or contract between the City and the YMCA pertaining to the use of the basement area in the Municipal Building. It is now being used by the YMCA, the Golden Years Club, and Veterans of WWI. The Manager recommended that some type of agreement or contract be worked out with the YMCA. A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Separovich recommending that the City Manager meet with the YMCA and work out something in the way of a contract that would cover the use of the basement. Roll* Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford. Motion carried. The Treasurer's report for the month of October 1974 was given as follows: Receipts 861,609 07 Rec and Balances 10739395.93 Disbursements 9799504.49 Cash Balance 3939891.44 Investments 195079276.40 Mr. Gerald Presler of the City staff addressed the Council and gave a review of the Grant Systems Program. A $4809000 block grant is available to the City of Anacortes and H.U.D. is accepting applications beginning January 1975 Mr Presler stated that a committee has been formed to establish goals, needs and priorities He presented the Council with a questionnaire which will be made available for distribution to citizens of Anacortes so that everyone might have an opportunity to state their preferences as to how this money should be spent Mr. David Ford, Public Works Director, asked for Council approval to submit an application to the Farm Home Administration for a loan -grant which would be used for water improvements if approved Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr Sortun that permission be granted to apply for this Roll Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson Motion carried There being no further business to come before the Council Mayor Rice declared the meeting to be adjourned at 8 10 P.M. Kathryn Lowry,Ci Clerk -T ensurer Rice, Mayor December 2, 1974 A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was cell to order by Mayor James Rice at 7.30 P.M. on December 2, 1974 The invocation was given by Rev. Jerry Evans of the Baptist Church. 20 December 2, 1974 continued Roll Call* Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr Gary Nelson. Mr Floyd Lunsford entered at 7:35 P.M. Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on November 18, 1974. Motion made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the minutes be approved as if read. Roll: Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. There were none. Mayor Rice asked for Council approval of the permanent appointment to the Citizens Advisory Committee of Ernie Atterberry and the temporary appointment of the following - Richard Nelson, Nancy Reinstra, Edith Hort, Betty Mooney, John Noyes, Charles Starkovich, Mae Carpenter, Mark Barcott, Karl Frantz, Jr , and Brian Deaton. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that these appointments be * approved. Roll Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Nelson, Bryant Motion carried. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open on the proposed budget for 1975. He stated that the budget recommendations for 1975 amount to $4,878,275.00. Of this amount $3,368,005.00 is for regular operating funds of the City and $1,510,270 00 is for special construction projects. Mr John Noyes addressed the Council and requested that the 1974 balance of $1856 be given to the Senior Citizens and that the $250a proposed for 1975 for the Senior Citizens be given to them with no strings attached He also requested that the cost of the executive branch not be increased from 1974 and that the City look into a central motor pool and also that fluoride be removed from City water supply Someone in the audience asked if any rates would have to go up Mayor Rice replied that there was a possibility that water rates might go up if no settlement is reached with Scott Paper Company and that garbage rates might have to go up 30 or 40¢. Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed and announced that the Council would be holding study sessions on the budget on December 4th and December 11th with final approval of the budget at the regular Council meeting on December 16th, 1974. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a request for vacation of "A" Avenue adjoining west property line of lots 11, 12, and 13, Block 2469 Davis let addition. The Planning Commission recommended that this request be denied, on the grounds that it did not have the required signatures of the owners of 2/3 of the abutting property to validate the request After answering a,few questions on this request Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed A motion was made by Mr Sortun and seconded by Mr Nelson that this request be denied Roll: Ayes-- Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. Thr Urban Renewal Department requested Council permission to execute leases with Snelson-Anvil Corporation. The first lease involves Parcel No. 54 which is currently under contract for sale with Publisher's Forest Products, who have indicated that this arrangement will have no effect on their immediate plans. The lease is expected to run until approximately July of 1975 and the amount of the lease -would be $900 per month. The second lease concerns Raider property except the south 300 feet thereof. The amount of this lease would be $500 per month and would remain in force until such time as the Raider Company has obtained a building permit and is in a position to take deed to the property. These leases are necessary to accomodate the Snelson-Anvil development plans so they may begin at the earliest possible date. Motion made by Mr Separovich and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that permission to execute these leases be granted. Roll: Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield,Separovich. Motion granted 11 On behalf of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Mayor Rice proclaimed that the month commencing Thanksgiving Day 1974 and ending Christmas Day 19749 shall be observed as Home and Family Month in the City of Anacortes, and urged all citizens of Anacortes to observe this period with appropriate reflection to realize the importance of family responsibility and the stability of marriage and the home, on society in the past, at present and for the future well being of this community. A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that a public hearing date of January 69 1975 be set for a request to rezone from R-1 to C-2 property on Ferry Terminal Road. Request having bees_ made by Charles punk. Roll- Ayes-- Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr Separovich that January 6, 1975 be set as a public hearing date for a request for a street vacation in the Urban Renewal area by Snelson-Anvil, Inc. Roll: Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun. Motion carried. Council permission was asked to call for bids for the rehabilitation of a 400 HP High Head motor at the Water Treatment Plant The work will consist of removing the motor, December 2, 1974 continued 21 transportation to repair shop, rewinding, dipping and baking, transportation back to the Water Treatment Plant and re -installation. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr Sortun that permission to call for bids be granted Roll* Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford Motion carried Council permission was asked to call for bids for two new 25 yeard garbage trucks. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr Mansfield that permission to call for bids be granted. Roll- Ayes--Separovich,C"iec, 5o,.tun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield Motion carried. Council permission was asked to execute a contract for vater with Skagit County Public Utility District The rates under this contract are the same as those provided for by Ordinance of the City of Anacortes and calls for retroactive payment for the water delivered after November 1, 1973 This contract represents an annual increase in revenue to the City water fund in the amount of approximately $8,000 00 Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that permission to execute this contract be granted. Roll: Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorising incurring of costs for planning and preparation of an application for funds available under the Community Development Act of 1974, vhich funds shall be reimbursed to the City upon funds being allocated under said Act Motion made by Mr Nelson and seconded by Mrs Bryant that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 405 . Roll: Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. The claims report for the month of November 1974 was presented as follovs: Salaries and Wages 759946 03 Expenditures 1079793 42 Upon approval of the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr Sortun that the claims be approved. Roll Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried The City Manager gave a report on a letter received from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in regard to the nater supply used on Interstate Carriers They have extended the "Provisionally Approved" classification of the Anacortes Water System until September 1, 1975• At that time the State will review the systemts continuing progress and report to the Environmental Protection Agency with a recommendation for a further classification of the supply for use by inter- state carriers. There being no further business to come meeting to be adjourned at 8.30 P.M. L� ..0 Kathryn Lowry/, City lerk-Ma.suier December 16, 1974 before the Council Mayor Rice declared the /I mavlle-e-1 J e ice, Mayor A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7.30 P.M. on December 16, 1974. The invocation was given by Rev. Randall of the Maranatha Bible Church. Roll Call Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lunsford, Mr. Gary Nelson. Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on December 2, 1974. Motion made by Mr Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Sortun that minutes be approved as if read. Roll: Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield# Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. A gentleman in the audience addressed the Council and asked vhen the sewer line being constructed under LID No. 178 would be ready for use. Public Works Director, Mr. David Ford, replied that it should be ready for use about the middle of January 1975. A letter was read from the Tacoma Branch of the Mountaineers requesting permission to use Mt. Erie on April 12, 1975. Motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that permission be granted. Roll: byes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a request for an alley vacation betveen Lots 1-6 and 15-201, Block 20 of Kellogg -Ford Addition to the City .k 2 2 December 169 1974 continued of Anacortes and 10 feet of the South side of 33rd Street facing lots 1-6 Block 20 of the Kellogg -Ford addition. There was some discussion as to dust where this property is located and the Engineering Department wasiasked to prepare a map showing where the property is. Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed. A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that any action on this request be tabled until the next Council meeting. Roll: Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. Mayor Rice declared a public hearing to be open to consider the revised and exteld,ed comprehensive street program for the City of Anacortes. There were no objections and Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed. A resolution was read adopting the revised and extended street program. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that the resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 406 Roll: Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich Motion carried. A request was received from the San Juan Nursing Home asking for permission to allow a patient to locate and live in his 10 x 40 mobile home on Lots 8, 90 and 109 Block 39 Stewart's Addition to the City of Anacortes. The City Manager reported that the Health Department and the State Fire Marshal have denied the petition for this mobile home to be located'there. A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that this request be tabled until more information is obtained. Roll: Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of Amendment to the Water Contract, by and between the City of Anacortes and the Town of LaConner, Washington, and establishing rates for all water delivered to LaConner.1 A motion was made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this resolutionube approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 407 Roll: Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Nayes--Sortun. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of Amendment to the Water Contract, by and between the City of Anacortes and Skagit County Public Utility District, Skagit County, Washington, and establishing fates for all Water delivered to the Public Utility District. A motion was made by Mr. Lunsford and seconded by Mr. Sortun that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 408 . Roll: Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Iuneford. Motion carried. A resolution was read authorizing execution of Amendment to the Water Contract, by and between the City of Anacortes and Texaco, Inc., a Delaware corporation and establishing rates for all water delivered to the Texaco refinery located on Fidalgo Island, near Anacortes. A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this resolution be approved and adopted and given RESOLUTION NO. 489 0 Roll: Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Lunsford, Nelson. Abstain--Sortun. Motion carried. ` Greg Bleil and Don Driftmier addressed the Council and presented them with a petition containing some 735 signatures protesting the City's proposed plan for logging of some 2400 acres of land. An ordinance was read adopting the budget and salary schedule for all municipal purposes and uses for the year 1975• Revenues and appropriations total $498999275.00. A motion was made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that the oridinance be approve and adopted and given ORDINANCE NO. 1632 Roll: Ayes --Mansfield, Rice, ortun, Lansford, Nelson, Bryant. Nayes-- Separovich. Motion carried. Mayor Rice reported that damages to City Parks, due to vandalism during the past year amounted to $39098.63. Council permission was asked to sign an "Assurance of Compliance" agreement with iAC for Washington Park project. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that permission be granted. Roll: Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun,oIunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield. Motion carried. Council permission was asked to sign an agreement for provision of Senior Recreational Services for 1975. The City has budgeted $2500 in the 1975 budget for this purpose. Motion made by Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Nelson that permission be granted. Roll: Ayes --Rice, Sortun, Lansford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried. Public Works Director, David Ford, asked for Council permission to rent a 40 yard refuse container to Mr. Kyle Robbins. The rental price to be $4.00 per day. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Sortun that permission be granted. Roll• Ayes--Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Motion carried. 1 1 I- December 169 1974 continued 23 Public Works Director, David Ford, asked for Council permission to release Skyline road bonds in the amount of $262,000 for divisions 4, 5, 99 10 and 16. He stated that a $20,000 bond would be obtained from Skyline to insure completion of a few items that still have to be done. Motion made by Mr. Nelson and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that permission to release these bonds be granted. Roll: Ayes --Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice. Nayes-- Sortun. Motion carried. Public Works Director, David Ford, also asked for Council permission to release Skyline sanitary sever bond in the amount of $6,000 for division 9. Motion made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Separovich that permission to release this bond be granted. Roll: Ayes --Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lansford. Motion carried. Public Works Director, David Ford, told the Council that the City staff have some alternate propsals ready for 12th Street, and asked for Council approval to submit a "Change of Scope" plan to the Urban Arterial Board. Mayor Rice requested that these proposals be outlined on a sheet of paper and taken to the nest Council study session. Mayor Rice announced that the Council would be holding a study session on Wednesday, December 189 1974 at 7:30 P.M. and would be meeting with Paget Power and the Y.M.C.A. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rice declared the Council to be adjourned at 9:05 P.M. Sathry:l Lowry, pity Cle k -Treasurer Bice, Mayor A regular meeting of the Anacortes City Council was called to order by Mayor James Rice at 7:30 P.M. on January 6, 1975. Roll Call: Mrs. Bettye Bryant, Mr. Jerry Mansfield, Mr. Ray Separovich, Mr. James Rice, Mr. Henrik Sortun, Mr. Floyd Lansford, Mr. Gary Nelson. Mayor Rice requested the Council's pleasure on the minutes of the previous meeting held on December 169 1974. Motion made by Mr. Lansford and seconded by Mr. Sortun that mutes be approved as if read. Roll: Ayes --Bryant, Mansfield, Separo nch, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson. Motion carried. Mayor Rice called for guest hearings. There were none. Linder old business an alley vacation request from Mr. Delbert Johnson was discussed. The request was to vacate lots 1-6 and 15-20, Block 20, Kellogg - Ford Addition and also 101 of the south side of 33rd Street. Both the Planning Commiesion and the City Council having held public hearings on this request previously. This vacation was reviewed by Public Works Director, David M. Ford. A motion was made by Mr. Separovich and seconded by Mrs. Bryant that this vacation request be granted with the restrictions noted by Mr. Ford, Roll: Ayes --Mansfield, Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Bryant. Motion carried. A request to place a mobile home -on property nest to the San Juan Nursing Home was withdrawn. A vacation request from Paget Power was discussed. Public hearings having previously been held on the request. The request was to vacate a portion of the existing alley, 16 feet in width, between Blocks 906 and 9079 bordering Lots 16 through 22, Northern Pacific Addition, between W. 3rd and 4th Streets and Kansas and Illinois Avenues, this being in the area where the Burrows Bay sub -station is located. Several people living in this area asked questions about this vacation. They wanted to be sure that the power lines would not ran in front of their homes. A motion was made by Mr. Sortun and seconded by Mr. Lunsford that this vacation request be granted. Roll: Ayes--Separovich, Rice, Sortun, Lunsford, Nelson, Mansfield. Nayes--Bryant. Motion carried. Mayor Bice declared a public hearing to be open to consider a request from Snelson-Anvil for the vacation of 26th Street between R Avenue and the railroad right-of-way and S Avenue between 20th and 22nd Streets. One written protest was received from Mr. Charles Hanson. Mayor Rice declared the public hearing to be closed. Motion was made by Mrs. Bryant and seconded by Mr. Separovich that this request be granted. Roll: Ayes --Rice Sortun, Lnnsford, Nelson, Bryant, Mansfield, Separovich. Motion carried.