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Home My WebLink About1960 City Council MinutesDecember 15, 1959 (continued) The report of claims against the city for the first half of December, 1959, was read to the City Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion uss made by Dr. Strom and seconded by Mr. Bernard that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the City Council that the Library Board had granted permission for the cityts librarian, Mrs. Ruth E. Brinkley, to remain as librarian for one more year. Mr. Berentson moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the city extend Mrs. Brinkley's employment for one more year. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The financial statement for the month of November, 1959 was accepted and ordered to be placed on file. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the council be adjourned at 8:01 p.m. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. A. I. Mustacich, Mayor ATTEST: 0e-" Ao,//" i Diane Erho]m, i y Clerk January 5, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Reverend Splatim. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Dr. Strom seconded that due to the fact that each Councilmember had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from Statewide Retirement System stating that William Lester Thomas will attain his retirement age April 1, 1960. Mr. French informed the City Council that Mr. Thomas was desirous of this retirement. The City Council concurred with Mr. Thomas on his retirement April 1, 1960. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that Mr. Thomas retirement be set at April 1, 1960. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the council on the petroleum bids and they are as follotiss: X r� * - Low bid The City Manager recommended that the low bidder in each case (Gasoline, regular - Texaco 20.9¢ Gal; Gasoline, high test - Union 24.3¢ gal; Automotive diesel - 13.89¢ Shell; Stove oil - Union 140 and Texaco 140; Furnace oil - Shell -11.7¢; Fuel oil - Island Transfer -$3.74) be awarded the bids and that the stove oil be split equally between Texaco and Union Oil Co. Mr. Renstrom spoke from the audience stating that It t;*as up to the City Council as to their decision on the bid. The Mayor fliped a coin and Mrs. Antonius called the coin and Texaco (Mr. Renstrom) received the bid. Island Item Union Standard Texaco Transfer Shell Unit Gasoline, regular 21.50 24.6¢ 20.90* 24.40 Gal. Gasoline, high test 24.3* 28.6 24.9 28.4 Gal. Automotive diesel 14.1 16.3 14. 13.89# Gal. Stove oil 14. 3.1.0 Gal. Furnace Oil 14.1 11.77 11.7# Gal. Fuel Oil. $3.74# * - Low bid The City Manager recommended that the low bidder in each case (Gasoline, regular - Texaco 20.9¢ Gal; Gasoline, high test - Union 24.3¢ gal; Automotive diesel - 13.89¢ Shell; Stove oil - Union 140 and Texaco 140; Furnace oil - Shell -11.7¢; Fuel oil - Island Transfer -$3.74) be awarded the bids and that the stove oil be split equally between Texaco and Union Oil Co. Mr. Renstrom spoke from the audience stating that It t;*as up to the City Council as to their decision on the bid. The Mayor fliped a coin and Mrs. Antonius called the coin and Texaco (Mr. Renstrom) received the bid. January 5, 1960 (continued) 67 Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the low bidders and Texaco (Mr. Renstrom) be awarded the bids. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All. ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the City Council that the bids for tires Were as follows: Gary Item Atkins Renstrom Swenson OK Rubber 7.50 x 14, 4 ply $16.61 $15.95 $21.95 $15.95 +-i 7.60 x 15, 4 ply 19.95 19.15 24.74 19.15 +* 8 x 19.5, 8 ply 52.67 48.72 61.53 48.72 8.25 x 20, 10 ply 66.49 58.57 78.01 58.57 7.10 x 15, 4 ply 18.23 17.50 22.84 17.50 +* 7.00 x 20310 ply 56.00 41.87 53.59 41.87 3-0 x 15, 14 ply 98.94 91.51# 119.36 96.02 9 x 22.5, 10 ply 72.59 63.95 84.73 63.95 13 x 24, 12 ply 164.34 152.00 194.93 152.00 Recap 13 x 24, 12 ply 86.05 60.00* 74.50 83.86 + = price including mounting * = Low bidder Mr. French stated that he recommended that the low bidders receive the bids and that the two bidders, OK Rubber and Gary Renstrom, who had the same bids on certain items take seperate turns and the business be divided equally. The City Council concurred with Mr. French. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the low bidder which included mounting be taken and in case of a tie, the bid of the purchases be divided equally. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the City Council that the liability insurance bids were as follows: Northwestern Mutual (Scott Richard, agent) --------$3,748.14 General Insurance Co.(Paul Webber, agent)--------- 3,555.96# The City Council moved that the General Insurance Co., Paul Webber, agent be accepted. Mayor Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the General Insurance Co., Paul Webber, agent be awarded the bid. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a resolution transferring from L.I.D. #150 fund to the Street Department the sum of $2,199.76, this being the difference between the actual money transferred from the Street Department to the L.I.D.#150 from the city's agreed pereentagecf 26.32% of the actual cost of L.I.D.#150 and the final cost of L.I.D.#150. Also, that the sum of $1,732.51 be paid from the Street Department to the L.I.D.#150 fund, that being the city's actual assessment on the paving project, and that a warrant in the amount of $7,617-70 be issued to Um. P. Harper and Son and Company. 'from the L. I. D. #150 fund to reduce the outstanding note of indebtedness of same L.I.D.#150 fund. Mr. Nees moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the resolution be adopted and that' the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorize to sign same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance for the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds in the amount of $375,000.00 in order to provide money to acquire, construct and install storm water drainage and sewer fakilities and lines within the City of Anacortes. Mr. Fosse moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the ordinance be adopted, and assigned number #1274, and the Mayor and the City Clerk be instructed to sign and publish same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney informed the City Council that he had received from Preston, Thogrinson, and Horowitz the notice of sale for the general obligation bonds and that the council should set a date for opening of bids on said bonds. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the date be set for February 16, 1960 at 7:30 pm within the Council. Chambers of the City Hall for the purpose of the sale of bonds and authorize the -City Clerk to publish the notice of sale for four (4) consecutive weeks in the official newspaper. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich„ Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. .Motion carried. The City Attorney informed the City Council that a notice of bond sale should be published in the Journal of Commerce. Mr. Fosse moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the City Clerk be instructed to publish a notice onoe in the Journal of Commerce. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the council that he had received a proposed municipal water pumping power contract for 10 years to be entered into by the Puget Sound Poorer and Light Cmmpany. The City Attorney informed the City Council that he had checked the contract and that it was in order. Mr. Ness moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the city enter into the contract with the Puget Sound Power and Light Company. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. 0 R January 5, 1960 (continued) The report of claims against the City for the second half of December, 1959, was read to the City Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion eras made by Mr. Bernard and Seconded by Dr. Strom that the claims be allowed and t:,arrants be drawn in favor of sama. Roll. call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. Pyr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the council be adjourned at 8:14 p.m. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. A. I. Mustacich, Mayor ATTEST: d Diane Er o ,�_lerk January 19, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Reverend Splawn. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no altera- tions or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Dr. Strom seconded that due to the fact that each Counci7member had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to use forty -(401) feet of land immediately south of Beacon Shell station between Commercial Avenue and Avenue on the north half of 14th Street. After a dis- cussion, Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the request be granted with the provision that the Chamber of Commerce shall be permitted to use this property until such a time that the city has a need for it. The City Manager presented a request from Mr. Elvin Brevik, 616 -37th Street, to construct a stairways from his property to the new highway. After a discussion, Mr. Bernard moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the request be granted with the following reservations: (1) that the city be released from any liability responsi- bility; (2) that the proposed structure be constructed in a manner that will not be a hazard for public travel; and (3) any expense incurred with future street widening or regrading shall be the responsibility of the property owner. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager read a petition for paving on Cap Sante, location of above improvement to be as follows: on V Avenue from 5th Street north to the end of existing roadway; 3rd Street from V Avenue to Pagoda Place; Pagoda Place from 3rd Street to East Park Drive; East Park Drive from Pagoda Place to 5th Street; 5th Street from East Park Drive to V Avenue; 2nd Street from U toV; U Avenue from 2nd to Lith Street. Mr. French stated that 48% of the property owners had signed the petition and he had two verbal permissions on the approval of the paving. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the City Manager prepare the estimate of cost and engineering survey and report back to the council. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed resolution providing for the issuance of bonds for L.I.D. #150. Mr. Ness moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the resolution be adopted and that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same, and that the resolution be given the number of #16. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. 1 1 1 January 19, 1960(continued) The City Attorney read a proposed resolution transferring the sum of $3,312.18 from the L.I.D. Auid.to the L.I.D. Construction fund, the amount being part of the cash payments paid into the fund during the 30 -day period and needed to pay final cost of the projedt. Mr. Fosse moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the resolution be adopted and assigned number #17 and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed resolution transferring the sum of $1,500.00 from the City Clerk's budget for 1959 to the City Building fund to take care of over expenditures in the City Building fund. Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the resolution be adopted and assigned the number #18 and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Musta- cich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. Mayor Mustacich reported to the City Council of the Firemen's Pension Board meeting which he had attended and requested that:'the.City Attorney prepare an ordinance setting forth the position of the Fire Chief and the Assistant Fire Chief comparable with the position of the Battalion Chief in other cities in order to provide a comparible position to compute their retirement. Mr. Fosse moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare such an ordinance. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The report of claims(final) against the city for the year was read to the City Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by*the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mayor Mustacich that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The report of claims against the City for the first half of January 1960 was read to the City Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Dr. Strom and seconded by Mr. Bernard that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom.- A11 ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager reported on the water supply system at the present time and remarked that the city should study the future needs of our water supply system with our consulting engineers. Mayor Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City Manager be authorized to communicate with the consulting engineers and report back to the City Council any new development. Mr. Ness moved and Mayor Mustacich seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:111 p.m: Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Me&ting adjourned. A. L. Mustacich, Mayor ATTEST: Diane ''rho, *iyC__1_r_erk February 2, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Mr. Berentson. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no altera- tions or corrections, Mr. Berentson moved and Dr. Strom seconded that due to the fact that each Councilmember had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried. 70 February 2, 1960 (continued) The City Manager read a petition for release of a lease executed on the property on the 29th Street playfield and running from Anacortes School District No. 321 to the City of Anacortes. The petition also requested release from the Anacortes Recreation, Inc. Mr. Berentson moved and Mayor Mustacich seconded that the City Manager contact the School District authorities and the representative of the Anacortes Recreation, Inc. to" discuss all aspects of the proposed agreement and to determine what plans had been developed regarding the playfield equipment. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the City Council that he had audited the books of Mr. Lloyd O'Neil regarding his concession stand at Washington State Park. He stated that Mr. O'Neil Wishes to continue with this concession this coming season,: Councilman Strom questioned the City Manager as to whether Mr. O'Neil had complied with all phases of his contract. The City Manager said that Mr.O'Neil had complied with all phases of his contract. Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a new agreement with Mr. O'Neil. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from Bryant's Marina, Inc. requesting permission to erect a It x 8 sign on Shell Oil property adjacent to their south boundary fence of Bryant's Marina. The property sign would be off Commercial'Avenue 25 feet. Mr. French informed the City Council that this request was in direct violation of the present ordinance which states that the sign must be placed on the site of the business. Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the request be referred to the Planning Commission. After a further discussion, Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that their motion be withdrawn. After a further discussion at which time the City Attorney mentioned similiar requests which had come before the council and Mr. Rogers, the Building Inspector, spoke from the audience. Mr. Berentson moved that the request be granted. After some discussion, Mr. Berentson moved that his motion to grant the placing of the sign be withdrawn. Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the request be tabled for the time being and that the Council meet with the Planning Commission at a later date. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager stated that bids were received for clearing land of approximately lz acres at the cemetery. The bids were as follows: J. I. Mayer -----$295.00 ; and Frank Russell ----$300.00. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the low bid of J. I. Mayer be accepted. Roll can: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance on the side yard and to constitute Section 8-7.04.8 of the Official Code of Ordinances of the City of Anacortes. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the ordinance be adopted, and assigned number #1275, and the Mayor and the City Clerk be instructed to sign and publish same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, and Bernard, Strom abstained. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance on the front yard, which would repeal Section 1 of Ordinance No. 1163 of the City of Anacortes, and comprise Section 8-7.18 of the Official Code of Ordinances of the City of Anacortes. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the ordinance be adopted, and assigned number #1276, and the Mayor and the City Clerk be instructed to sign and publish same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance on proof of liability and requirement of bond of firms moving buildings on the streets within the corporate limits of the City of Anacortes. Mr. French informed the City Council that he had talked to various insurance agents regarding obtaining these bonds and stated that the agents informed him that it would not be too difficult for firms to secure them and file them at the City Clerk's office. After a discussion, the City Manager was requested to contact the State Highway Department regarding house movers and report back to the City Council. The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance on the vacation of portions of S Avenue as platted in Seattle Synadicate Addition to the City of Anacortes. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the ordinance be adopted, and assigned number #1277, and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll cill: Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Ness abstained. Motion carried. 1 1 1 71 February 2, 1960 (continued) The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance fixing the positions of the Fire Chief abd the Assistant Fire Chief as comparable with the Battalion Chief in other cities for the purpose of having the positions established for computing the retirement pensions. Mr. Bernard moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the ordinance be adopted, and assigned number #1278, and the Mayor and the City Clerk be instructed to sign and publish same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The Police Justice bond for the year of 1960 was given to the City Attorney who was requested to approve the bond as to form and report rack to the City Council at the next meeting. The City Manager requested permission to call for bids on a a ton truck for the Fire Department. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the request be granted. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager requested permission to call for bids on the storm sewer project which was approved at the special election on Septp�mber 22, 1959. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the request be granted. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The report of claims against the City for the second half of January, 1960 was read to the City Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Dr. Strom and Mr. Bernard seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strap. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the City Council on the street needs study which the city was preparing to present to the State Legislature which would outline one 'phase of the city's financial needs. Mr. French reported that he had been in contact with the State Highway Department regarding their new proposed highway from the refinery junction to the Snohomish -bridge. He stated that it would cross the city's water line in three places and that Carey and Kramer had been obtained by the state to redesign these changes at the expense of the state. Mr. French informed the council that he had been in contact with the State Board of Health and that he and a re2resentative of Stephens and Thompson had called upon the State Board of Health regarding the possibility of pumping water directly from the river. He stated that while negotiations were still underway, he felt that the State Board of Health was not completely against the city's proposal. Mr. French informed the City Council that he had been requested to speak to the legislative committee of state legislation regarding the city's financial problems. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the council be adjourned at 8:29 p.m. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. February 16, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:$0 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Reverend Egertsen. The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission requesting no decision be made in regard to the sign to be erected by Bryant's Marina until there could be a joint meeting of the City Council and the Planning Commission. The City Manager was requested to set-up a date for a meeting with the Planning Commission. The City Manager read a letter from the State Department of Health regarding a sewage treatment plant for Anacortes. Mr. French was instructed to set-up a meeting with the representative of the State Department of Health and the City Council. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom present. .The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alter- ations.or correctiong, Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due to the fact that each Councilmember had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission requesting no decision be made in regard to the sign to be erected by Bryant's Marina until there could be a joint meeting of the City Council and the Planning Commission. The City Manager was requested to set-up a date for a meeting with the Planning Commission. The City Manager read a letter from the State Department of Health regarding a sewage treatment plant for Anacortes. Mr. French was instructed to set-up a meeting with the representative of the State Department of Health and the City Council. February 16, 1960 (continued) The City Clerk read a proposed contract between Stevens and Thompson and the City of Anacortes for engineering services for additions to the water supply system and additional necessary treatment facilities. The City Manager recommended that the city enter into the contract. Mr. Bernard moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that Mr. French's recommendation be accepted and the city enter into the contract with Stevens and Thompson. Roll call: Nesq, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the City Council that bids had been recieved ontthe $375,000.00 General Obligation Storm Sewer Bonds. The bids were as follows: National Bank of Commerce 4.2367 Foster & Marshall 4.2937 Wm. P. Harper & Son & Co. 4.3932 State Finance Committee 4.50% Mr. Fosse moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the low bid of the National Bank of Commerce be accepted. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed resolution of intention to order improvement on the following streets: 9th Street, as platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes, from the east line of N Avenue to the west line of E Ave; E Avenue, as platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes, from the north line of 10th street to the north line of 9th Street; I Avenue, as platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes, from the north line of 8th Street to the south line of 9th Street; M Avenue, as platted ih:the original plat of the City of Anacortes, from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 14th Street; 0 Avenue, as plhtted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes, from the north line of 9th Street to the south line of 12th Street. A discussion followed. Mr. Linwood Davis spoke from the audience and stated that he had spoken to the people on cross avenues attempting to get a larger project, however, at this time these were all the property owners who would participate in the project. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the resolution be adopted and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same, and that the resolution be given the number #19. Also that a hearing be held on March 15, 1960 at 7:30 p.m. within the City Council Chambers, Anacortes, Washington and that the City Clerg be instructed to publish the notice the required number of times and that the Engineering Department inform every affected property owner with the estimated cost of the project. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager requested permission to call for bids for a police car and radar unit; call for bids for the sale of old water pumps at the Filter Plant, and the chlorine for the year, 1960. Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the City Manager be allowed to call for bids on the old pumps at the Filter Plant. After a discussion, Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that their motion be withdrawn. Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the City Manager be allowed to call for bids on the police car and radar unit; for the sale of the old water pumps at the Filter Plant, and for the chlorine for the year 1960. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The report of claims against the City for the first half of February, 1960.was read to the City Council, and hearing no objection, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committeee, a motionwas made by Mr. Bernard and Dr. Strom seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the City Council that he had received a letter from Coos Bay Pulp Corporation stating that they are very satisfied with the quality of water at this time. The City Manager requested permission to attend the Northwest City Manager's Convention in Salem, Oregon from February 24th thru February 27th. Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the City Manager's request::granted. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney presented to the City Council the Police Justice bond for Eugene C. Anderson and his report on the form of the bond. The City Clerk read the Attorney's report which stated the bond was approved as to form. The report and the bond were ordered to be placed on file. :+C 1 1 1� February 16, 1960 (continued) The City Attorney presented to the City Council the agreement between Mr. Lloyd F. O'Neil of 1310 -29th Street for the concession stand at Washington State Park for the eyar 1960, and the City of Anacortes. No action was taken due to the fact that action had been made at a previous meeting. The City Attorney read an ordinance redefining the powers and duties of the Police Judge of the City of Anacortes, fixing the amount of costs to be assessed and taxed in Police Court cases, repealing Section 2, Article IV of Ordinance no. 3 of the City of Anacortes, repealing Ordinance No. 1035 of the City of Anacortes, and constituting Section 2-2.02 Duties, and Section 2-4.01 Charges of the Official Code. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the ordinance be adopted, and assigned number #1279, and the Mayor and the City Clerk be instructed to sign and publish same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. Robert Yeasting of Wm. P. Harper & Son & Co. requested that the good faith checks be returned to the unsuccessful bidders. The City Clerk was instructed to return the good faith shcecks to the unsuccessful bidders. Mrs. Ness moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:30 p.m. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. A. I. MUSTACICH, MAYOR ATTEST:,p� DUNE ERHOLM., CITY CLERK March . 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Father Lottsfelt. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or,corrections, Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due to the fact that each Councilmember hada copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. William Phillips, president of Gold Star Advertising Ltd., spoke from the audience stating that his company wished to donate litter cans to the city with the stipulation that they would sell the advertisement for the 'to other industries in the city. The Mayor suggested that this matter be referred to a study meeting and that Mr. Phillips write a letter stating his company's propoeal. The City Clerk read a letter from Mr. Clarence Henning stating thht the 29th Street playfield lights will be available for community use when the school district was not using them. Mr. French read a petition from the Anacortes Recreation Inc. stating that the playfield equipment be moved and used, preferrably to the Washington State Park, where they can receive proper care and be of more value to the public. Also, that four lot tract, lying east of Avenue 'IQ" between 28th & 29th Street, be sold to the most advantageous bidder, at* the proper time, proceeds to be used for the acquisition of recreation equipment and betterment of park facilities. Ben Driftmier Jr. spore from the audience stating that the release of lease only applied to the school property. Mr. French read the original release of lease from the school district to bring the City Council up-to-date. The City Attorney then read the proposed release of lease involving the following described property: Block 9 of Plat of Hensler's First Addition to the City of Anacortes as recorded in Volume 3 of Plats, Page 46, in the office of the Skagit County Auditor. After a discussion, Dr. Strom moved and Mr. Ness seconded that after contacting the Planning Commission and ascertaining that the various legal aspects are in correct order that the City Clerk and the Mayor be authorized to sign same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Berentson, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion tarried. 74 Mr. French read a letter from Carey &•Kramer stating a proposal covering the necessary engineering required by the State Highway Department in their cross- over of the City's water line. The letter stated that it is Carey & Kramer's understanding that the city will pay for the engineering work and construction involved in changing the location of the pipe line and that the State will reimburse the City for these costs. They agreed to do the necessary engineering work and prepare the necessary pland•and specifications for the change to the city's water main in the vicinity of Stevens Road on the new highway improvement designated as PSH -LAN Junction of SSH #1D to Swinnomish Slough at the following fee schedule: A. Engineers, draftsmen, surveyors, and office help would be billed at actual pay roll cost plus 100%. B. Principal's time would be billed at the rate of $12.50 per hour. C. Travel would be billed at the rate of 10 cents per mile. D. Final prints and specifications would be billed at actual reproduct- ion cost. The City Manager read a letter from the State Highway Commission stating that any engineering costs relative to the work done by Carey & Kramer will be made re- imbursible to the City in their proposed utility agreement. Formal notice and plans of this project will be furnished the City upon approval of right-of-way plans. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the city authorize the hiring of the firm of Carey & Kramer on the new highway. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed resolution of intention for the extention of the Commercial Highway District, C-2, by amendment to the zoning map, for placing and classifying within said district the following described property which bas heretofor been classified as R-1, Residential District. That portion of the NE4 of the NE -:4L of Section 25, Township 35 North, Range 1 East of W.M. lying east of Q;, M. Moore's Addition to the City of Anacortes, south of 29th Street, and north of 32nd Street. That portion of the NE4 of the NE4 of Section 25, Township 35 North, Range 1 east of W.M. lying east of J. M. Moore's Addition to the City of Anacortes, south of 32nd Street and north of Mary E. Eubank's Addition to the City of Anacortes. After a discussion, Dr. Strom movedyand Mr. Ness seconded that the resolution be adopted and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same, and that the resolution be given the number #20. Also that a hearing be held on March 15th, 1960 at 7:30 p.m. within the City Council Chambers, Anacortes, Washington, and that the City Clerk be instructed to publish the notice the required number of times. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed resolution of intention to order improvement of "L" Avenue as platted in Hensler's Second Addition to the City of Anacortes, from the north line of 22nd Street to the south line of 20th Street. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the resolution be adopted and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same, and that the resolution be given the number #21. Also, that a hearing be held on April 5th, 1960 at 7:30 p.m. within the City Council Chambers, Anacortes, Washington, and that the City Clerk be instructed to publish the notice the required number of times and tla t the Engineering Department inform every affected property owner with the estimated cost of the project. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed resolution of intention to order improvement of "V" Avenue as plAtted in Hillcrest Terrace Addition to the City of Anacortes and as the same has been heretofore established in said city, from the north. line of Terrace Drive to the south line of Hillcrest Drive. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the resolution be adopted and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign same, and that the resolution be given the number #22. Also, that a hearing be held on April 5th, 1960 at 7:30 p.m. within the City Council Chambers, Anacortes, Washington, and that the City Clerk be instructed to publish the notice the required number of times and that tKa Engineering Department inform every affected property owner with the estimated cost of the project. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the City Council that he ha received bids for printing from the Anacortes American --85¢ per column for first i ertion ; 60¢ per column for second insertion. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Bernard se onded the bid from the Anacortes American be accepted for printing. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion c ried. 1 n 1 so Qa March 1, 1960 (continued) Mr. French informed the City Council that bids had been received on the storm sewer construction and are as follows: B & B Plumbing Anacortes, Washington $232,152.81 Harold Kaeser Company -Seattle, Washington 232,154.94 Croy Construction Company -Bellingham, Washington 248,616.75 Tucci & Sons, Inc. -Tacoma, Washington 256,496.70 Matt Malaspine & Company -Seattle, Washington 2592078.07 Wesco & Stoen Construction --Seattle, Washington 269,492.45 National Construction Company -Seattle, Washington 277,941.70 Walters Construction Company -Mt. Vernon, Washington 314,879.88 Butler Construction Engineering --Seattle, Washington 3163394.55 Tri-State Construction Company -Seattle, Washington 331,960.05 Mr. French reported to the City council that the final plans and specifications were in essence the same plans and specifications by the Anacortes Drainage Committee and he commended this committee for the deligent and continuing work for the better- ment of the city. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the low bid of B & B Plumbing be accepted onfthe storm sewer. Roll call: Ness, Antonius,.Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The financial statement for the month of January iras presented to the City Council and ordered placed on file. The report of claims against the City for the second half of February, 1960 was read to the City Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mir.. Bernard and Dr. Strom seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard; and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. Mayor Mustacich reported that Mrs. David B. Smith was presently serving as chairman of the Anacortes Beautification Committee and suggested that Mrs. Arnold Klingman, Paul Luvera, and James Neilson be appointed to serve with Mrs. Smith on the committee. Mr. Fosse moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that Mrs. Arnold Klingman, Paul Luvera, and James Neilson be appointed to the Anacortes Beautification Committee. Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager reported on the Northwest City Manager's Convention and reported to the City Council the probl and difficulties that other cities and communities encountered. The City Attorney presented a check from Albert Balch, of Park Estates for the final payment on water and sewer charges. Mr. Berentson moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:40 p.m. ATTEST: A. I. Mustacich, Mayor v MI e Erholm, City Jerk March 15, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Reverend Fraley. The roll was called with Mess, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Strom seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried. 76 March 15, 1960 continued. The City Manager informed the Council that bids had been received on the Police Car. The bids were as follows: Evergreen Motors 2,453.74 McKinley Motors 21681.12 Trulson Motors 29678.00 Swenson Motors 2,490.96 Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the bid be awarded to Evergreefi :Motors. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Yanager informed the Council that bids had been received on the Radar Unit. The bids were as follows: Ecnnolite C & G Radio 897.60 988.00 Mrs. Antonius moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the bid be awarded to Econolite. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the Council that bids had been received on the Pickup Truck for the Fire Department. The bids were as follows: Evergreen Motors 1,597.90 McKinley Motors 1,865.50 Trulson Motors 12832.96 Smiley's Inc. 2,604.80 alternate 2,880.80 Mr. Strom moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the bid be awarded to Evergreen Motors. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The Mayor informed the Council that it was now time for the hearing on the rezoning of the following described area: "Thar portion of the NE -14 of the NE -14 of Section 25, Township 35 North, Range 1 East of W. M. lying east of J. M. Moore's Addition to the City of Anacortes, south of 29th Street and north of 32nd Street." This area was her6tofore placed and classified within the R-1 Residential District and the proposal is to change this to the C-2 Cbmmercial District classification therety allowing the construction of a shopping center. The Mayor here turned the meeting over to Mr. Steve Dunthorne of the Planning Commission. Mr. Scott Richards spoke from the audience and introduced Mr. Hugh B. Mitchell and Mr. Walter Griffin. Mr. Griffin explained their hopes for the project and asked for questions from the audiende. There being no objectors present, the City Attorney read the proposed ordinance making the change in the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1280 and the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Mustacich informed the Council that it was time for the hearing on L.I.D. No. 151 for the improvement of 9th Street from the east line of N Avenue to the west line of E Avenue, E Avenue from the north line of loth Street to the north line of 9th Street, I Avenue from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 9th Street, M Avenue from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 14th Street, and 0 Avenue from the north line of 9th Street to the south line of 12th Street, by grading, draining, surfacing, and paving the same and by installing necessary concrete curbs, gutters and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith. Mr. French informed the Council that he had filed letters with the City Clerk, (as the City Engineer), informing the Council of his complying with all instructions outlined in the Resolutions of Intention for the proposed L.I.D. No. 151. The include: 1. Affidavit of Mailing the Hearing Notices. 2. Preliminary Estimate of Cost of the Proposed Improvement 3. Letter showing the assessed valuation of the land within the district and improvements on the property within the proposed district. The City Manager explained how the property was assessed --the cost involved and explained that this type of assessment was used throughout the country X 1 1 1 March 15, 1960 continued. 77 He explained that the City would pay for the additional width and thickness due to the fact that 0 Avenue is an arterial. Mr. Wayne Bailey presented the Council with a petition with names of property owners protesting the proposed pavement. However, he stated that it was his understanding that many cities, namely Mount Vernon, excluded Municipalities, Federal Agencies, Schools, and Churches, Mr. Wells, the City Attorney, stated that according to state law that all property owners be assessed and all have an equal voice in approving or protesting the project. Reverend Graler of the Presbyterial Church spoke from the audience stating he hoped that the Churches wouldn't be eliminated due to the fact that this the the will of the members of his church that they pay their assessment. Mr. Charles Pinson, representing the Church of Christ spoke from the audience agreeing with Reverend Graler. Various residents of 9th Street questioned the Council regarding the possibility of Washington State Ferry traffic using 9th Street. The Mayor and Council informed the residents that it was their understanding that the State would use 12th Street for the time being until such time that the State developed a permanent route for the Ferry traffic and that they were very sure that 9th Street would never be considered by the State for use as a route to the Washington State Ferries. Mr. Wells, the City Attorney, explained to Mr. Bailey that the petition he had presented to the Council was invalid due to the fact that it was a typed petition and that a protest petition must be signed by the protesting property owners. Councilman Bernard explained the bidding process on projects such as this and explained to the audience that the estimate is usually higher due to the fact that state law prohibits accepting a bid that is 5% above the estimated bid of the project. He cited the Q Avenue L.I.D. No. 150 as an example of the actual cost being 15% lower than the estimated cost of the project. He explained further thAt a paving project such as this would reduce the City's maintenance problem. After hearing various residents of 9th Street, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. The Financial report was presented to the Council and ordered placed on file. The report of claims against the City for the first half of March, 1960, was read to the Council, and after hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Strom that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney informed the Council that he had prepared the Resolution of Intention for the Cap Sante paving. However, he wished to postpone the reading of the resolution until such time as he could check into assessment of the depth of blocks in the many angles of the proposed project. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the reading of the resolution be postponed. Roll call: Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Mustacich requested the addition of the name of Mrs. Guy Carroll to the Anacortes Beautification Committee. Mr. Wells read the proposed ordinance providing for the improvement of 9th Street from the east line of N Avenue to the west line of E Avenue, E Avenue from the north line of 10th Street to the north line of 9th Street, I Avenue from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 9th Street, M Avenue from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 14th Street, and 0 Avenue from the north line of 9th Street to the south line of 12th Street, by grading, draining, surfacing and paving the same and by installing necessary concrete curbs, gutters and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in conneetion therewith. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1281 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motioncarried. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the meeting adjourn at 9:42 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Nesq, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adpourned. 78 A. I. MUSTACICH MAYOR ATTEST: d oe 'At @ — l:l� L RK� April 5, 1960 The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Reverend Underwood. The roll was called with Nessi Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Strom seconded that due to the fact that each Councilmember pied a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the Military Department regarding the proposed Army site at'22nd and M Avenue. They requested the City to donate an additional tract of one and one half (121) acres adjacent to the existing site, should the Federal Government require the larger site. If the City would donate the property adjacent to the existing site, would the City extend the April 16, 1962 deadline for construction of the Armory. Mayor Mustacich referred the matter to the Housing Authority and authorized the City Manager to set up a meeting between the Council and the Housing Author#y Board. The,City Clerk read a letter from the State Highway Commission, P. J McKay, District Engineer, informing the Council of the arrangements which had been made for April 18, 1960, at 7:30 p.m. in the basement of City Hall for a hearing to cover the section of Primary State Highway, No. 1 -AN extending from Sharpe's Corner to the Swinomish Slough. Mr. McKay requested that the City Officials arrange to attend the hearing to ascertain what affects the new route would have, if any, on Anacortes. Mr. Strom moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council accept the date arrangements and plan to attend the meeting. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission in regard to the request of Sunset Sign Company in Bellingham to erect one double faced standard size (101 611 x 251) billboard placed at approximately 2908 Commercial. The Planning Commission disapproved the request and recommended that the City Council deny the request due to the present policy of billboards in Anacortes. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted and the request of Sunset Sign Company be denied. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the City Council that he had received the following bids for the Fire and Police Radio: R. C. A. 41245.00 Clanton & Warwick --GE Representatives 3,580.60 Motorola 3,492.00 Mr. French recommended that the low bid of Motorola be accept, where- upon, Mr. Clanton spoke from the audience explaining the General Electric bid and Mr. Maki spoke explaining the bid of Motorla. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the bid be awarded to Motorola. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Mustacich declared the hearing open on L Avenue paving on the proposed L.I..D". district providing for the improvement of L Avenue from the north line of 22nd Street to the south line of 20th Street, by grading, 1 Xxx April 5, 1960 continued draining, durfacing and paving the same, and by installing necessary concrete curbs and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith. Mr. Mokler Spoke from the audience stating that he was not primarily against the project, but if hardships were caused on any of the property owners, he would protest. The City Manager informed the Council that he had received one protest from Herbert A. and A. C. Bockman, their property os 105 feet on L Avenue, Lots k, 2, and 3, and N2, lot 4, Block 4,, of Hensler's Second Addition. The protest is on file in the City Clerk's Office. Mayor Mustacich declared the hearing closed and requested the City Attorney to read the proposed ordinance providing for the improvement of L Avenue from the north line of 22nd Stree#o the south line of 20th Street, by grading, draining, durfacing and paving the same, and by installing necessary concrete curbs and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith. Mr. Ness moved and Dr. Strom seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1282 and the Mayor and City Clerk -be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes:. Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Mustacich then discussed the proposed hearing on V Avenue. The City Manager stated that due to a request from the property owners to alter the length of the project it was his recommendation that the hearing 'slated -.-- for this evening be discontinued (Resolution #22 ---said improvement district shall include all property along V Avenue from the property lines on both sides of said avenue to a distance of one hundred and fifty feet (1501) therefrom, adjacent to said V Avenue improvement, from the north line of Terrace Drive to the south line of Hillcrest Drive as platted in Hillcrest Terrace Addition to the City of Anacortes) and that a new resolution of intention be prepared. The Council concurred with the recommendation of the City Manager. Progress Payment No. 1 to B & B Plumbing in the amount of $18,362.08 for construction of the Storm Sewer. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the progress payment be accepted and a warrant be issued for the same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The report of claims against the City for the last half of March, 1960, was read to the Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Dr. Strom that the claims be allowed and warrantq be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney reported that he was still working bn the proposed Cap Sante project and he had contacted Preston, Thorgrimson, and Horowitz regarding the various aspects of the project and that they would report in the very near future. Dr. Strom commended the residents of L Avenue on their action regarding the proposed. L. I. D... . Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 8:14 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. A.I.MUSTACICH, MAYOR ATTEST: DIANE ERHO�LAi, I CLERK April 19, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Reverend Underwood. The roll was called with Nesg, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom present. 7 80 April 19, 1960 continued The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Strom moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. Dr. Pinson, Chairman of the Anacortes Housing Authority, spoke to the Council regarding the proposed addition of property to be deeded to the National Guard, Dr. Pinson requested a letter from the City requesting the transaction; he asked for a letter from the City to the National Guard to return the original deed and asked that a new deed be issued by the City for the entire area; also, a short time limit on the transaction (1 year extension) and in the event that the proposed Armory does not come into being, the 3 acres which are to be deeded to the National Guard will revert to the Housing Authority instead of the City. He stated the Housing Authority was in agreement regarding this transaction. After a discussion, Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the letter and any further agreements and negotiations which the City Attorney might -deem necessary and instruct the City Clerk to contact the National Guard to issue a new deed. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. James C. Plumtz, from the Public Health Department, spoke with feeling of the proposed sewage treatm6nt plant. Mayor Mustacich thanked Mr. Pluntz for coming to speak to the Council and requested that the City Manager contact him regarding the possibility of a Council Study Meeting at which time the matter could be discussed further. The City Attorney read the proposed Resolution of Intention on 'IV" Avenue as plAtted in Hillcrest Terrace Additionto the City of Anacortes and as the same has been heretofore established in said City from a :line parallel to and 446.54 feet north of the north line of Hillcrest Drive as platted in Hillcrest Addition to the City of Anacortes, to the south line of said Hillcrest Drive by grading, draining, surfacing, and by constructing an asphaltic concrete pavement, approximately two inches in depth, with eight inches of base material and forty feet in width along with necessary concrete curbs, gutters, and drainage facilities. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Resolution of Intention be adopted and given No. 23 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same with a hearing to be held May 17, 1960, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The report of claims against the City for the first half of April, 1960, was read to the Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mrs. Antonius that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The Financial Report for the month of March was presented to the Council and ordered placed on file. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 7:58 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. A. I. MUSTACICH, MAYOR MAY 3, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The Invocation was given by Referenc Smiley. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom present. 1 1 1 May 3, 1960 continued The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom.:.Motion carried. The City Manager informed the Council that it was his recommendation to call for"bids for the Water Supply Addition equipipent. Mr. Walt Saxton .of Stevns and Thompson, spoke from the audience regarding the time element involved if the City is to meet the July 15th production date. He requested the Council authorize the City Manager to negotiate for the purchase of certain parts of the equipment needed for the experimental water supply installation. After a discussion, Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the City Manager be authorized to contact Stevens and Thompson to negotiate the contract for the purchase of equipment and to call for bids. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager informed theCouncil that it was his recommendation that construction bids be called for on the construction of 9th Street from the east line of N Avenue to the west line of E Avenue, E Avenue from the north line of 10th Street to the north line of 9th Street, I Avenue from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 9th Street, M Avenue from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 14th Street, and 0 Avenue from the north line of 9th Street to the south line of 12th Street by grading, draining, surfacing, and paving the same and by installing necessary concrete curbs, gutters, and drainage facilities and doing such othe,r work as may be necessary in connection therewith. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids and the City Engineer prepare the specifications. The City Manager informed the Council that he had been in contact with Preston, Thorgrimson, and Horowitz who informed him that everything to this date was in order regarding Local Improvement District No. 151. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the Council that the request of Bryant's Marina to erect a sign on Shell Oil Service Station property had been denied by the Planning Commission and it was his recommendation that the Council deny the request. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Bernard'seconded that the request be denied. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council that it was the recommendation of the Planning Commission that Joh n Graham, Architects and Engineers be obtained to work in conjunction with the City in preparing the Comprehensive Plan under the direction of the Department of Commerce and Economic$ Development. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager and the Planning Commission be accepted and that John Graham and Company be hired. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney then gave the Council the background on the Housing Authority's intention to deed additional land to the National Guard for the purpose of building an Armory. After a discussion the Mayor requested the City Clerk to contact the National Guard and ask for the original deed back for the City Attorney to prepare a new deed. Mayor Mustacich informed the Council that the term of K. T. Sherman on the Housing Authority Board had .expired on April 30, 1960. The Mayor recommended that Mr. Sherman be reappointed to the Board. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the Council concur with the recommendation of the Mayor. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried.# The City Manager presented to the Council, Progress Payment No. 2 to B & B Plumbing in the amount of $41,432.09. He recommended this amount be paid to B & B. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that a warrant be drawn for this amount and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes; Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and "Strom. Motion carried. 82 May 3, 1960 continued The report of claims against the City for the second half of April, 1960 was read to the Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Strom moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the -claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council that Dr. Neils had recently purchased property at the Old Walton Mill site and had consultediim regarding plans for the future development of the property. He had requested the continued use'of the reservoir located in Washington State Park as a fire protection safeguard.. It was reported Walton Mill used the reservoir in a similar manner. -He stated there would be no cost to the City. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the request be granted with the provision that the City would be held harmless in any case of accident. Roll call Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager presented the Council with a future street paving plan. He explained the various yearly street paving projects but hastened to explain that this is merely a tentative plan for the next few years. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the proposed street paving plan be referred to the Citizen's Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission forfurther study. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager reviewed the accomplishments of the Council -Manager form of Government within the City of Anacortes. He noted various savings to the City and informed the Council that copies were available in the City Clerk's Office. Mr. French requested permission to attend the Association of Washington Cities Convention in Wenatchee from May 10th through May 13th. Mr. Bernard moved and Mr. Ness seconded that Mr. French attend the Convention. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. From the audience,. -Mrs. Alice Newland questioned the Council as to what previous plans had been made toward using the property when vacated by the Housing Authority for recreational areas. The City Attorney informed her that it was not included in the initial title to the property but assurred her -that he would look into the matter further. Mr. Strom moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:27 p.m. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried, Meeting adjourned. A.•I. MUSTACICH, MAYOR ATTEST: 11ANE E LM, Y CLERIC May 17, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The Invocation was given by Reverend Smiley. The roll called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom.present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Strom seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll calll. All ayes. Motion carried. May 17, 1960 continued The City Clerk read a commiunication from Driftmier & Driftmier representing the Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to plant trees in the business district along Commercial Avenue. Mr. McKee spoke from the audience and explained the purpose and general plan of the project. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the City Manager be authorized to notify the Chamber of Commerce of the City's approval of the project. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Mustacich declared thehearing on "V" Avenue; as platted in Hillcrest Terrace Addition to the City of Anacortes and as the same has been heretofore established in said City from a line parallel to and 446.54 feet north of the north line of Hillcrest Drive as platted in Hillcrest Addition to the City of Anacortes to the south line of said Hillcrest Drive; was now open. The City Engineer, Mr. French, presented the Council with letters of his complying with all instructions outlined in the Resolution of Intention for the proposed L.I.D. No. 153 on "V" Avenue. They include: 1. Affidavit of mailing the Hearing Notices. 2. Preliminary estimate of Cost of the Proposed Improvement 3. Letter showing the Assessed Valuation of the Land within, the District and Improvements on the Property within the proposed District. Mr. George Osborn, a resident in the affected area, spoke at length and requested information as to why he had been assessed when his property was not on the street to be improved. Mr. Berentson explained the L.I.D. procedure to Mr. Osborn and Mr. Porter explained the boundaries of the project. Mr. Osborn verbally protested to the paving and after hearing no more remonstrations or objections, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. The Financial Report for the Month of April was presented to the Council. The report was accepted and ordered placed on file. The report of claims against the City for the second half of April, 1960, was read to the Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee a motion was made by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Strom that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read the proposed ordinance providing for the improvement of "V" Avenue as platted in Hillcrest Terrace Addition to the City of Anacortes and as the same has been heretofore established in said City from a line parallel to and 446.54 feet north of the north line of Hillcrest Drive, as platted in Hillcrest -Addition to the City of Anacortes to the south line of said Hillcrest,Drive, by -grading, draining, surfacing and paving the same, and by installing necessary concrete curbs -and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith, all in accordance with Resolution of the Council of the City of Anacortes No. 23, adopted on the 19th day of April, 1960. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Bernard seconded that the Ordinance be adopted and given No. 1283 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Mrs. Antonius gave a comprehensive report on the Association of Washington Cities Convention she had recently attended in Wenatchee. She stressed the need of Citys to participate in the problem of Juvenile Delinquency and recommended thatif possible, one officer of the Police Department should be allowed to take special training in the juvenile problem. She also recommended that the City Council work more closely with the Park Board to promote additional recreational facilities. Mr. French reported to the Council that he had been requested by the Washington State Ferries to erect a 3' x 6' sign at 12th and Commercial and various other signs on 12th Street to facilitate tourists in finding the Ferry Terminal. Mr. Berantson moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the request of the Washington State Ferrys be approved. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. May 17, 1960 continued Mr. French reported on the Washington City Manager's Association meeting which he had attended prior to the Association of Washington Cities Convention in Wenatchee and discussed the street,needs study which all cities were submitting to the State. Cbuncilman Elect, Jesse Ford, gave a brief report on the Convention. He stated that he hadn't realized until he attended the Convention how little power the Cities in Washington State Had. The Mayor congratulated Mr. French on being elected Vice President of the City Manager's Association at the Association of Washington Cities Convention. Mayor Mustacich thanked Councilman Bernard for his tireless workfor the City both as Councilman and as a member of the Anacortes Drainage Committee, and City Attorney, Wells, also expressed deep appreciation to Councilman Bernard for his work for the City. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Bernard, and Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. A. I. MUSTACICH, MAYOR ATTEST: �RHULA _G June 7, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Mustacich presiding. The invocation was given by Reverend Lottsfeldt. The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Mustacich who in turn administered the Oath to Mr. Jesse ford and Mr. Paul Fosse. Mayor Mustacich welcomed Councilman Ford to the City Council. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered. Mr. Fosse pointed out that in the previous minutes the reference was to.the fact that the City Manager, himself, would install the signs for the Washington State Ferrys and wished it to be stated that permission had been granted to Washington State Ferrys for the installation of the Signs. .Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Strom seconded that the minutes be approved as corrected. Mayor Mustacich informed the Council that it was time for the Council to elect a new Mayor. Mr. Berentson nominated Dr. Strom for the position of Mayor, Mrs. Antonius moved that the nominations be closed and Mr. Berentson seconded that the nominations be closed and a unanimous ballot be cast for Dr. Strom to be elected Mayor of the City of Anacortes. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson. Nos. Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Mustacich turned the gavel over to Mayor -elect Strom who in turn made a brief acceptance speech in which he thanked Mr. Mustacich for his tireless work during his term of office as Mayor. Mayor Strom informed the Council that it was time for the Council to elect a Mayor Pro -tem. Mr. Ness nominated Mr. Berentson. Mr. Berentson declined due to the fact that he felt the office should be rotated. Mr. Fosse nominated Mr. Ness as Mayor Pro -tem. Mr. Ness declined the nomination. Mr. Mustacich nominated Mrs. Antonius to the office of Mayor Pro -tem. Mrs. Antonius declined the nomination. Mr. Ness nominated Mr. Fosse and Mr. Mustacich moved the nominations be closed. Mr. Berentson moved a unanimous ballbt be cast for for Mr. Fosse as Mayor Pro -tem. Mr. Ness seconded the motion. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Berentson, Strom. and Ford. Motion carried. 1 1 1 June 7, 1960 continued The City Manager informed the Council that bids had been received for L.I.D. No. 151 on 9th Street from the east line of N Avenue to the west line of E Avenue, E Avenue from the north line of 10th Street to the north line of 9th Street, I Avenue from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 9th Street, M Avenue from the south line of 8th Street to the south line of 14th Street, and 0 Avenue from the north line of 9th Street to the south line of 12th Street, by grading, draining, surfacing and paving the same and by installing necessary concrete curbs, gutters, and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith. The bids are as follows: Marine Asphalt, Anacortes $86,112.35 120 days Tri -County Paving, Burlington $943282.06 160 days Wilder Construction, Bellingham $96013.50 150 days Mr. French noted that the low bid of Marine Asphalt was approximdtely 12% below the estimate. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the bid be awarded to Marine Asphalt. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French informed the Council that bids had been received on the Supplemental Water Supply System. The bids are as follows: Shoreline Construction Co., Seattle $34,310.64 75 days United Contractors Co., Seattle $25,303.20 45 days B & B Plumbing & Heating, Inc.,City $24,133.80 30 days Mr. Walter Saxton of the Consulting Firm, Stevens & Thompson, spoke from the audience and stated that he was very pleased with the bids received and that he would request the Council to allow an extension on the time limite of the bids due to the fact that negotiations were still under way with Shell Oil Company, Texaco, Inc.; and Coos Bay Pulp Corporation. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Berentson seconded thatthe low bid of B & B Plumbing be accepted and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and execute the contracts when the final negotiations with the three industrial users were completed. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the Cemetery Board in which they recommended that upon the retirement of the present Cemetery Superintendent, Ingvald Iversen, that Mr. Charles Wilson be appointed superintendent of ;the Cemetery. Mr. French stated that Mr. Wilson was presently employed in the capacity of Assistant Cemetery Superintendent and that his work had been very satisfactory. Mr. Berentson stated that the appointing of Department Heads was an administrative duty and that it should be left up the City Manager. Mayor Strom ordered the letter placed on file. The City Clerk read a letter from Statewide City Employees Retirement System regarding the retirement of Ingvald Iversen on September 1, 1960. Mr. French stated to the Council that he had been in contact with Mr. Iversen and the Cometery Board and it was Mr. Iversen's desire to retire as of September 1, 1960 and that the Board had concurred with his wishes. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Ness seconded that Mr. Iversen retire as of September 1, 1960 Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from Mr. Earl R. Dubois requesting a Dance License for the Log Cabin Tavern located at 718 Commercial Avenue. Mr. French explained to the Council that he had contacted the Police Chief, Marvin Beebe, who stated that as far as the,Department was concerend there had been no additional problems in policing from the other taverns who had been allowed dance licenses. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the request be granted.and the Clerk be instructed to issue a license. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from Causland Post No. 13 of the American Legion thanking the City for the use of equipment and man power in installing the flag sockets along Commercial Avenue. They requested permission of the City to place a 35 MM Howlitzer in Causland Park. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the request be granted providing the Park Board had no objections. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. 31 W 1 June 7, 1960 continued The City Clerk read a letter from Mr. Robert Beard informing the Council of his resignation as a member of the Library Board. Mayor Strom accepted Mr. Beard's resignation and instructed the City Manager to write to Mr. Beard expressing the Council's appreciation for the work he had done in the past on the Library Board. The City Attorney read a letter from the State Highway Commission in which they presented the City with the proposed preliminary Engineering Agreement relative to the conditions and terms for reimbursement to the City of Anacortes for securing professional services for the preparation of plans and specifications for the relocation of their water facilities to accomodate highway construction on the above-mentioned proposed project. Mr. Wells then read the Agreement by and between the State of Washington State Highway Commission and the City of Anacortes, Washington. Under this Agreement, the State contemplated the construction or improvement of Primary State Highway No. 1, Junction Secondary State Highway No. 1-D to Swinomish Slough; where necessary to remove and replace certain water facilities which exist on private property; to make preliminary studies and to draft plans and specifications prior to the under- taking of removing and replacing said water facilities. The City shall hire and pay an Engineering Firm and the State shall reimburse the City for any and all expenses incurred. Mr. Wells stated that he approved the contract as to form and Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the Contract between the State Highway Commission and the City of Anacortes be accepted and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and execute same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. Wells read a letter from the Department of Commerce and Economic Development regarding the City's contribution of services of City personal in the amount of $1500 along with the cash payment of $2500 toward the Comprehensive Plan under the direction of the Department of Commerce and Economic Development. Mr. Wells stated that he had checked all phases of the contract and approved it as to form. He stated further that he had contacted the Agency regarding Item No. 3 and that after discussing it with the Department of Commerce and Economic Development, it was his opinion that the City mould be able to comply with all phases of Item No. 3, SCOPE OF SERVICE, as follows: "The service contribution shall be valued at standard wage rates as established by the City, and such City Services shall be reported monthly by the City on forms supplied by the Planning Agency. The City shall perform the following services: a. Conduct a field survey to obtain current land use information. This information to be complied in preliminary form on maps in such a manner as can be readily utilized for final land use map preparation by the planning consultant. b. Survey and establish the amount of commercial floor area, the amount of industrial floor area or employment density, etc., as needed or desired to complete the work of the planning project. c. Gather traffic count information for utilization in establisheing major thoroughfare probabilities. d. Additional services in the form of general consultation shall aleo be contributed. The services contributed under items a, b, and c above shall be completed six (6) months after contract execution; services to be coordinated with the consultants toward satisfactory completion of the project All services shall be coordinated with the contractor's efforts toward the satisfactory completion of the project." Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the City accept the contract and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign and execute same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The report of claims against the City for the second half of May, 1960 was read to the Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The Financial Report for the month of May was presented to the Council; accepted by the Council and ordered placed on file. X y 1 fJ I. June 7, 1960 continued Mr. French reported to the Council that the remonstration period for the proposed L.I.D. No. 152 providing for the improvement of °L" Avenue from the north line of 22nd Street to the south line of 20th Street, by grading, draining, surfacing, and paving the same, and by installing necessary concrete curbs and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith was over and that the City Clerk had received protests in the amount of 29.725%. He requested permission to call for bids on this project. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids on L.I.D. No. 152. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council on the Storm Sewer Construction progress and read a Progress Payment to B & B Plumbing and Heating in the amount of $29,947.99. He recommended that payment be allowed. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the payment be allowed and the City Clerk be instructed to issue a warrant. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Berentson, Fosse, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from San Juan Girl Scout Council requesting office space in the City Hall which was formerly used by the OCAW. They would be able to pay $80.00 per month includigg heat and light, and would sign a lease. Considerable renovating would be necessary for which they would pay if the rent was decreased a considerable amount. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the letter be referred to the next study meeting. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. Berentson expressed thanks to Mayor Mustacich for his outstanding work as Mayor of the City of Anacortes, Mr. Berentson asked Mayor Strom if he wished to appoint a Finance Committee and the Mayor stated he would take this matter up at the'next meeting. The City Attorney, Mr. Wells, requested permission of the Council to prepare an amendment to Ordinance No. 408; Section 9-1.12 of the Code of the City of Anacortes regarding the obstruction of sidewalks. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the amendment and present it to the Council at its next meeting. Mr. Ford stated that he felt than any further obstructions on sidewalks should come up for Council approval regardless of how the Ordinance was amended. Upon Mr. Ford's suggestion, Mr. Mustacich so amended his motion and Mr. Berentson concurred. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. A. I. MUSTACICH, MAYOR ATTEST: D . E ERHOLM CITLEI June 21, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Reverend Dawson. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom and Ford present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. 10161 June 21, 1960 continued The City Clerk read a petition from the residents of R Avenue requesting that,the City vacate 3Q feet on the east side of R Avenue between 37th Street and the new Memorial Highway. This property is now a dead-end Street. After a discussion, Mayor Strom referred the petition to the Planning Commission for their recommendation. The City Clerk read a letter from Foster and Kleiser requesting permission to install a 122 x 25 foot advertising sign to be located on the Southwest corner of 12th and 0 Avenue. After a discussion, Mr. Yustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the matter be referred to the Planning Commission. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentbon, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager presented the Council with a map showing the various changes in voting precincts in the City of Anacortes. He stated that the City Clerk's Office had been in contact with the County Auditor's Office and the plan met with their approval. Mrs. Smith spoke from the audience stating that it was the wish of the Democratic Party to wait until after the coming election to proceed with this change. Mr. French stated that it was the Auditor's desire to have this done before the coming election. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the City Attorney be instructed to draw up the ordinance and the Clerk be instructed to contact the County Auditor again regarding his opinion in this matter. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a resolution creating L.I.D. No. 151 Fund and authorizing the sale of bonds and warrants on L.I.D. No. 151 Fund. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the resolution be adopted and given No. 24 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. Mayor Strom informed the Council that he had received the resignation of Dr. Dodge who is a member of the Board of Adjustment, which term expires December 31, 1960. Mayor Strom submitted the name of Donald Bernard, Jr.to fill Dr. Dodge's unexpired term. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness secnnded that Mr. Bernard be appointed to the Board of Adjustment and the City Manager be requested to write to Dr. Dodge thanking him for his work on the Board. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The report of claims against the City for the first half of June, 1960, was read to the Council, and hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes; Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the Council that the remonstration period on V Avenue; as platted in Hillcrest Terrace Addition to the City of Anacortes and as the same has been heretofore established in said City from a line parallel to and 446.54 feet north of the north line of Hillcrest Drive, as platted in Hillcrest Addition to the City of Anacortes to the "s.outh line of said Hillcrest Dr'ive'by grading, draining, surfacing and paving the same and by installing necessary concrete curbs and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith; was closed. He stated that he had received one verbal protestand requested permission to call for bids. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the City Manager be allowed to call for bids on L.I.D. No. 152. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. Mr. French requouted permission froom the Council to call for bids on L.I.D. No. 151 bonds and warrants. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City Manager be authorized to proceed with the call for bids. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council that it was the recommendation of the Planning Commission to reverse the stop signs at 12th and 0 Avenue and at 6th and 0 Avenue. After a discussion, the City Manager was requested to contact the State Department of Highways and get their feelings regarding the proposed 1 1 1 June 21, 1960 continued change at 6th and 0; due to the fact that 6th Street is still a State Highway. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the stop sign at 12th and 0 be reversed with adequate publicity regarding the change and the 6th and 0 sign be held in abeyance until the City hears from the Highway Commission. Roll call.- Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Berentson, Fosse, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. Mr. Berentson requested Mayor Strom to appoint a new Chairman of the Finance Committee. Mayor Strom informed Mr. Berentson that he would appoint a new chairman by the next meeting. The City Attorney reported to the Council that he was still working on the flower pot ordinance and would have it ready at a later date. He also requested permission to take a vacation from July 11th through 22nd and thus miss the July 19h Council meeting. The Council concurred with Mr. Well's wishes. Mr. French informed the Council that he had returned the signed contracts on the highway relocation agreement to the State and was gaiting further communication from the State. Mr. French reported that the Agreements with the Industries were nearly completed and construction on the Supplemental Water Supply System would proceed within the very near future. Mr. French reported on the Comprehensive Plan under the direction of the John Graham Firm and stated it was going along very rapidly. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:15 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Berentson, Fosse, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. E. A. STROM , MAYOR ATTEST: DIARE ER OLM, CITY CLERK July 5, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Buehl Berentson. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentspn, Strom, and Ford present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the.Council that it was time to open the bids for Bonds and Warrants on L.I.D. No. 151. The bids were as follows: Hughbanks, Incorporated; Seattle Rate of 4.80 percent per annum and bonds to bear interest at the same rate. Pay $100.03 per $100.00 of bonds Grande & Company, Inc., Seattle Rate of 5 percent per annum and bonds to bear interest at the same rate. Pay $100.19 per $100.00 of bonds. Southwick -Campbell & Comparq, Inc., Seattle. Rate of 4.95 percent per annum and bonds to bear interest at the same rate. Pay $ .19 for each $100.00 par value. The City Manager recommended that the low bid of Hughbanks, Inc. be accepted. 0 July 5, 1960 continued Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the Brown Lantern Tavern enclosing a check for $25.00 and requesting permission to obtain a dance license. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that permission be granted. All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. French reported that the Planning Commission had reviewed the request of Foster and Kleiser to place a sign at 12th and 0 Avenue and the Planning Commission recommended that the sign be allowed. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the request be granted. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney presented the Council with the proposed ordinance for the re -districting of voting wards and precincts within the City of Anacortes. The Clerk read a letter from the County Auditor explaining why the change had to be made at this time. The City Attorney read the ordinance and Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the ordinance be adopted, given no. 1204 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. All ayes. Motion carried. Mayor Strom recommended to the Council that Yr. Ness be appointed to the Finance Committee as Chairman. The Council concurred with the Mayor's recommendation. The report of claims against the City for the second half of June, 1960 was read to the Council and hearing no objections, Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report from the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich'moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council on the four (4) projects being undertaken by the City at this time. He explained that there was a slight change in the Storm Sewer Plans regatding the drain tile at 35th and R Avenue but he explained further to the Council that the change would prove less expensive in the long run. Mr. French read a Progress Payment to B & B Plumbing in the amount of $12,667.67 on the Storm Sewer Project. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that a warrant be drawn in favor of B & B Plumbing for work completed on the Storm Sewer to date. Roll Call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 8:32 p.m. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. E.A. STROM, MAYOR ATTEST: ZOL��,pmjRx July 19, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Mr. Stewart. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Strom, and Ford present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried. 91 July 19, continued ' Mrs. Ruth Green, President of the Anacortes Women's Club, spoke from the audience in regard to the possibility of setting up a meeting July 26, 1960 at 7:30 P.M. for the purpose of hearing a representative of the Fuller Paint Company speak regarding a "Clean up, Paint up" campaign in connection with "Century 21". She urged all of the Council members to attend. Mayor Strom thanked Mrs. Green for her interest and assured her of Council cooperation in the project. The City Clerk read a petition from property owners requesting a vacation of that portion of Summit Avenue between the north line of Oakes Avenue on Sunset Avenue and the south line of Park Avenue. Councilman Mustacich stated that in the past, property owners had donated money to the City for vacations and stated further that something might be done along those lines. Mr. Fosse moved.and Mr. Ness seconded that the petition for vacation be referred to the Planning Commission. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the U. S. Department of Census stating that the preliminary census for the City of Anacortes as of April 1, 1960 was 8,360. The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been opened on L.I.D. No. 152 for the improvement of "L" Avenue from the north line of 22nd Street to the south line of 20th Street by grading, draining, surfacing, and paving the same, and by installing necessary concrete curbe and drainage facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith. The bids are as follows: Marine Asphalt, Anacortes $52377.05 Tri -County Paving, Burlington $6,265.50 J. I. Mayer, Anacortes $53504.90 Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the bid be awarded to Marine Asphalt. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been opened on L.I.D. No. 153 for the improvement of "V" Avenue as platted in Hillcrest Terrace Addition in the City of Anacortes from a line parallel to and h46.54 feet north of the north line of Hillcrest Drive as platted in Hillcrest Addition to the City to the south line of said Hillcrest Drive, by grading, draining, surfacing, and paving the same, and by installing necessary concrete curbs and drainage, facilities and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith. The bids areas follows: Marine Asphalt, Anacortes $4,240.00 Tri -County Paving, Burlington $5,028.75 J. I, Mayer, Anacortes $4,425.00 Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the recommendation of the City MAnager be accepted and the bid be awarded to Marine Asphalt. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a resolution creating L.I.D. No.152 Fund and authorizing call for bids on Bonds and Warrants; such bids to be publicly opened, read and considered by the Council at its regular meeting to be held at the City Hall at 7-:30 p.m. on August 2, 1960. Mr. Fosse moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the resolution be adopted and given No. 26 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, Berentson, Strom, and Ford. Motion carried. The Financial report for the month of June was accepted by the Council and ordered placed on file. The report of claims against the City for the first half of July, 1960, was read to the Council and hearing no objections, Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. All ayes. Motion carried. 92 July 19, 1960 continued Councilman Ford reported to the Council that he had had several complaints regarding the fact that the great amount of out-of-town speeding tickets issued by the Police Department out -weighed the local speeders arrested. Mr. French explained to Mr. Ford that there was no distinction made between out-of-town drivers and local residents. Mr. Mustacich stated that many residents on 12th Street and Oakes Avenue had complained to him about the fast rate of speed tourists were driving to and from the ferry terminal. After a discussion the Mayor authorized the City Manager to contact the Chief of Police and request his attendance at a study meeting at which time the various aspects of traffic control would be discussed. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Fosse seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 8:28 p.m. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. E. A. STROM, MAYOR ATTEST: DIANE ERHOL , CITY CLER August 2, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Pro -tem Fosse presiding. The Invocation was given by Mr. Buehl Berentson. The roll was called with Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations orcorrections, Mir. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Motion carried. Mr. French informed the Council that a bid for bonds and warrants on L.I.D. No. 152 from Hughbanks, Inc. had been received. Also enclosed with the bid was a certified check in the amount of $350.00. The bid is as follows: 5.5% per annum on*warrants and bonds and $100.03 per $100.00 of bonds. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the bid of Hughbanks, Inc. be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Entonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson. Motion carried. Mr. French informed the Council that a bid for bonds and warrants on L.I.D. No. 153 from Hughbanks, Inc. had been received. Also enclosed with the bid was a certified check in the amount of $300.00. The bid is as follows: 5.5%.per annum on warrants and bonds -and $100.03 per $100.00 of bonds. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the bid of Hughbanks, Inc. be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson, Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the State Highway Commission regarding the City Manager's request that the Department of Highways participate in maintaining and improving 12th Street and Oakes Avenue. The letter stated that the Engineering staff of the State Highway Commission is presently at work providing additional information regarding this matter. The letter was ordered placed on file. A letter from the Washington State Military Department regarding the land for the Armory site was read to the Council. Enclosed was the Attorney General's opinion suggesting that the deed for the entire tract be executed with reference to the provisions in the original deed. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the deed and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes:-fttonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson. Motion carried. f] 1 1 August 2, 1960 continued A petition from May Hambly requesting a vacation of the following described property s read. "That portion of 29th Street lying west of the east line of Lot,w, Block 11, and east of the west line of Lot 3, Block 12, all in 'Tuttle and Buckley's' plat of Anacortes, according to the recorded plat thereof in the office of the auditor of Skagit County, Washington, in Volume 2 of plats, page 23; Also that (all) portion of L Avenue west lying south of the southerly boundary of 29th Street and the south lines of Lot 1, Block 11, and Lot 10, Block 12, *Tuttle and Buckley's' plat of Anacortes produced, according to the plat recorded in Volume 2 of plats, page 23, records of Skagit County, Washingtpn". Mr. Berentson moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the petition be referred to the Planning Commission. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1284 setting forth the boundaries of the 5th and 6th precincts of Ward 2. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1285 and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Entonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson. Motion carried. In the absence of Chairman of the Finance Committee, Councilman Ness, Mayor Pro -tem Fosse appointed Councilman Mustacich to substitute for Councilman Ness. The report of claims against the City for the second half of July, 1960 was read to the Council and upon hearing no objections, Mayor Pro -tem referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report from the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson, Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the Council in progress to date on the Storm Sewer construction and submitted Progress Payment No. 5 to B & B Plumbing and Heating in the amount of $32,001.48. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Progress Payment be accepted and a warrant be issued to B & B Plumbing. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Fosse, Mustacich, and Berentson. Motion carried. Mr. French reported on the Supplemental Water Supply System and stated that the Contractor, B & B Plumbing, should have the work completed by the end of next week. He presented to the Council,'estimate No. 1 in the amount of $12,337.55. Mr. Beretnson moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the estimate be accepted and a warrant be issued to B & B Plumbing. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson, Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council on the progress being made on L.I.D. No. 151 and presented the Council with Progress Payment No. 1 for the contractor, Marine Asphalt, in the amount of $16,023.38. The City Engineer had checked and found everything satisfactory and this payment was correct for work completed. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded the Progress Payment be accepted and a warrant be issued to Marine Asphalt. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson. Motion carried. The City Manager requested permission to issue interest-bearing warrant on L.I.D. No. 151 to Hughbanks, .Inc. in the amount of $16,156.84; $15,023.38 which is for progress payment no. 1 to Marine Asphalt and miscellaneous printing costs in the amount of $133.46. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the interest-bearing warrant be issued. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson. Motion carried. Mr. French requested permission of the Council to issue warrants on L.I.D. Construction Fund for Progress Payment No. 1 in the amount of $16,023.38 and miscellaneous expense in the amount of $133.46. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the warrant be issued. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Berentson. Motion carried. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the;: meeting be adjourned at 8:15 p.m. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. E. A. STROM,MAYOR ATTEST: ERHOLM, iITY CLERK 93 94. August 16, 1960 iC A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes vias called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Reverend Graler. The roll was called with Ness. Antonius, Berentson, Ford, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a proposed resolution regarding the property now owned by the Housing Authority which is to be deeded to the State of Washington for Armory purposes. A lengthy discussion followed and tt was dedided that the adoption of the resolution be held in abeyance until the City Council could meet'.with the Housing Authority and establish the exact routine togs be followed in the event that an Armory was built and later abandoned to be certain that the property would revert to the City. The City Manager requested permission to issue 16 interest-bearing warrants at $1,000 each and one (1) interest-bearing warrant at $156.84 on L.I.D. No. 151.Fund to Hughbanks, Inc. (at an interest rate of 4.80%) making a total of $16,156.811; $16,023.38 for Progress Payment No. 1 to Marine Asphalt and miscellaneous printing costs in the amount of $133.46. Mr. Berentson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the interest-bearing warrants be issued. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,- Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The Financial Report for the month of July was presented to the Council, accepted, and ordered placed on file. Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Ford to serve on the Finance Committee in the absence of Mr. Fosse. The report of claims against the City for the first half of August was read to the Council and upon hearing no objections, Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mrs. Antonius moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager gave a brief resume of the projects currently under way in the City. He stated that the Storm Sewer was on the last major trunk line and that L.I.D. No. 151 was progressing according to plan. He reported that the field work on the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Anacortes was very nearly completed. He reported that the Supplemental Water Supply Project would be completed within the next two or three days. Mayor Strom informed the Council that he had received a resignation from Mr. Lloyd Foster from the Hittorical Society Board and requested members of the Council to submit names to replace Mr. Foster on this Board. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 8:03 p.m. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. E. A. STROM, MAYOR ATTEST: Dl"IANEERH6041 UITY CL&R September 6, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Reverend Dawson. 95 September 6, 1960 continued The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Fosse, and Strom present. The minutes of the.previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Motion carried. Mr. Fosse informed the Mayor and Council that he was resigning his post as Councilman of the First Ward due to the fact that he was no longer a resident of the First Ward of the City of Anacortes. Mayor Strom complimented Mr. Fosse on his fine work while serving as a Councilman. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council regretfully accept Mr. Fosses resignation. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. Fosse stated it had been a pleasure to serve the City of Anacortes and he expressed his thanks to the people of the City for allowing him to serve them. He presented a letter of resignation to the Council to be'placed on file. The City Clerk read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce pointing up the need to improve the road up to the top of Cap Sante so as to allow more usability of this scenic spot. Mr. Paul Luvera spoke from the audience and explained the Chamber's request more fully and Mr. Don McKee read a letter from Driftmier and Driftmier in regard to the $6,000 on hand in the Gus Hensler fund. Mr. Driftmier stated in his letter that there was a possibility of constructing some type of scenic attraction either on the point or on the top of Cap Sante. He further stated that this plan would be given more serious consideration if the site was made more assessable to the public. Mr. French stated that the area under consideration was solid rock and would require rock excavation and that he would undertake a complete field survey and report back to the Council. The City Clerk read a letter from the U. S. Army Engineering Department, Seattle Corps of Engineers, stating that an application had been received from Daniel Lamont and Fey, Architects on behalf of Skyline on Burrows Bay, Inc. for a permit to dredge and fill in the waters of Flounder Bay. After a discussion the application was ordered placed on file. The City Attorney read a Resolution transferring the sum of $8,000 from the Storm Sewer Construction Fund to the Storm Sewer Bond Redemption Fund to pay 'interest on outstanding bonds. This money to be repaid from tax money budgeted in the City of Anacortes budget for the year, 1961. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 27 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney spoke to the Council regarding the proposed Resolution read to the Council at their last meeting in connection with the delivery of a deed to the State of Washington Military Department for Armory purposes of a portion of the properties formerly owned or occupied by the Anacortes,Housing Authority, part of 'such Resolution reads as follows: "That the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Anacortes be and they hereby are authorized to execute on behalf of the City of Anacortes and deliver to the State of Washington (Military Department) a deed for the use of the organized militia covering property situated in the County of Skagit, State of Washington, described as follows: That portion of the NE -14 of the SE4 of Section 24, Town- ship 35 North, Range 1 East, W. M., described as follows: Beginning at a point at the intersection of the south line of 22nd Street produced with the east line of M Avenue produced; thence east along the south line of 22nd Street produced 300 feet, more or less, to the inter- section with the west line of N Avenue produced; thence south along the west line of N Avenue projected 512 feet, more or less, to the north line of 24th Street produced west; thence west along said north line of 24th Street to the east line of M Avenue produced; thence north along the east line of M Avenue 512 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said deed shall bear working substantially similar to the following: The City Attorney further stated that should the State fail to build an Armory that the property would revert to the Housing Authority or if it were no longer in existence, the property would revert to the City. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 28 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager presented the Preliminary Budget for the year 1961 to the Council. He stated that the Budget was in balance despite the fact that there was less tax money than last year and less population which lowered monies received from the State which are based on a per capita basis. He pointed out the increased expenses in nearly every phase of the Budget but stated that the City is still providing all former services. Mr.Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Preliminary Budget be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council on the possibility of extensions on certain portions of the Storm Sewer. He proposed to extend the Storm Sewer from 38th Street and M Avenue to 39th Street and M Avenue to provide more complete drainage and the affluent end of the 14th Street Sewer be extended 300 feet which would reduce maintenance. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be allowed and the extension of the Storm Sewer be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Storm Sewer Progress Payment in the amount of $41,130.59. to B & B Plumbing and Heating. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that a warrant be issued to B & B Plumbing. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Progress Payment No. 2 due Marine Asphalt for. L.I.D. No. 151 in the amount of $20,986.58. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the payment be allowed and 21 warrants be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. (20 warrants at $1,000 each and one (1) warrant in the amount of $986.58). Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Notion carried. Warrants to be interest bearing at 4.80%. Mr. French read the Progress Payment due Marine Asphalt (No. 1) for L.I.D. No. 152 in the amount of $238.00 and miscellaneous expenses in the amount of $66.07 making a total of $304.07. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that a warrant bearing interest at the rate of 5.50% be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Progress Payment due Marine Asphalt for L.I.D. No. 153 ( P.P. No. 1) in the amount of $1,954.18 and miscellaneous expenses in the amount of $91.79 making a total of $2,045.97. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Mustacich seconded that a warrant bearing interest at the rate of 5.50% be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Progress Payment to B & B Plumbing & Heating on the Supplemental Water Supply System in the amount of $8,637.71. Mr. Mustacihh, moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that a warrant be issued to B & B Plumbing. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. F� September 62 1960 continued fit is expressly understood and agreed, and this conveyance is made upon the condition that the title to the above described real estate shall automatically revert to and revest in the Grantor herein in the event an armory is not constructed upon the above described real estate on or before May 1, 1963. It is further understood and agreed that this conveyance is made upon the further condition that if an armory is constructed within the time limit above set forth upon the property herein described, that at such time as the State of Washington ceases to use said property as an armory and for the use of the organized militia, then the title to the above described real estate shall automatically revert to and revest in the Grantor herein.1" The City Attorney further stated that should the State fail to build an Armory that the property would revert to the Housing Authority or if it were no longer in existence, the property would revert to the City. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 28 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager presented the Preliminary Budget for the year 1961 to the Council. He stated that the Budget was in balance despite the fact that there was less tax money than last year and less population which lowered monies received from the State which are based on a per capita basis. He pointed out the increased expenses in nearly every phase of the Budget but stated that the City is still providing all former services. Mr.Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Preliminary Budget be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council on the possibility of extensions on certain portions of the Storm Sewer. He proposed to extend the Storm Sewer from 38th Street and M Avenue to 39th Street and M Avenue to provide more complete drainage and the affluent end of the 14th Street Sewer be extended 300 feet which would reduce maintenance. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be allowed and the extension of the Storm Sewer be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Storm Sewer Progress Payment in the amount of $41,130.59. to B & B Plumbing and Heating. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that a warrant be issued to B & B Plumbing. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Progress Payment No. 2 due Marine Asphalt for. L.I.D. No. 151 in the amount of $20,986.58. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the payment be allowed and 21 warrants be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. (20 warrants at $1,000 each and one (1) warrant in the amount of $986.58). Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Notion carried. Warrants to be interest bearing at 4.80%. Mr. French read the Progress Payment due Marine Asphalt (No. 1) for L.I.D. No. 152 in the amount of $238.00 and miscellaneous expenses in the amount of $66.07 making a total of $304.07. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that a warrant bearing interest at the rate of 5.50% be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Progress Payment due Marine Asphalt for L.I.D. No. 153 ( P.P. No. 1) in the amount of $1,954.18 and miscellaneous expenses in the amount of $91.79 making a total of $2,045.97. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Mustacich seconded that a warrant bearing interest at the rate of 5.50% be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Progress Payment to B & B Plumbing & Heating on the Supplemental Water Supply System in the amount of $8,637.71. Mr. Mustacihh, moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that a warrant be issued to B & B Plumbing. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. September 6, 1960 continued The City Manager informed the Council that it was the Planning Commission's recommendation that the request to vacate that portion of Summit Avenue, "Norman and Wood's Subdivision", according to the recorded plat thereof in the office of the Auditor of Skagit County, Washington, between the north line of Oakes or Sunset Avenue, and the south line of Park Avenue be granted. After a discussion Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the matter be referred to a study meeting and that the proposed vacating property be appraised. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. Mayor Strom appointed Mrs. Antonius and Mr. Mustacich to serve on the Finance Committee in the absence of Mr. Berentson and Mr. Fosse. The report of claims against the City for the second half of August, 1960 was read to the Council and upon hearing no objections, Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French informed the Council that on Thursday, September 22nd, there would be five (5) City Officials from Sumatra in Anacortes to tour the City and the possibility was discussed of having a dinner in their honor, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 9:01 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, and Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. ATTEST: September 20, 196M E. A. STROM, MAYOR A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Reverend Dawson. The roll was called with Nqss, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom - present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk1s Office upon request. the minutes be approved as if read. Motion carried. Mr. Richard Merritt, representing the City Employees Municipal Union, spoke to the Council regarding the Preliminary Budget which in his opinion the salary increases for city employees was insufficient. He gave various statistics from surrounding areas and requested that a three-week vacation be given employees after five years of employment with the City and that travel time be allowed between the employees homes here in Anacortes and the Filter Plant at Avon. The City Manager explained the various problems encountered by the Council in preparing the Preliminary Budget because they were faced with increased costs and decreased revenue. Mayor Strom thanked Mr. Merritt for his views on the Budget. The City Clerk read a letter from Skyline on Burrows Bay, Inc. who requested that the area west.of the AnaCopper Mine Road presently zoned M-2 or M-3 be re -zoned to Highway Commission District C-2. The further requested that the landing field area be enlarged to include that portion of the City lying west of the landing field district. They were rgquesting these changes due to the fact that the area could at some time develop into a heavy industrial site. Mr. Stewart Litzsinger of the Association presented the 97' 98 September 20, 1960 ?C y Council with detailed drawings of all phases of the proposed project. After a lengthy discussion, Mayor Strom referred this matter to the Planning Commission. Mr. John H. Schneider spoke to the Council from the audience requesting that the north side of Sunset Avenue be included in this zone. The Clerk read a request from Virgil A. Anderson,DBA Virgil's Burner Service, to install a Radio Repeater on Mount Erie. The Repeater would be 12" x 12" x 18". Mr. Anderson spoke from the audience .explaining that it would in no way deface the property and he would even by happy to move the Repeater to different trees if it was the wish of the Park Board and the Council. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the request be granted if it met with the approval of the Park Board and that it be subject to removal at the discretion of the Council. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The Clerk read a letter from Mr. Paul A. Grube) of the Anacortes Motel protesting his water rate. Mr. Grube) pointed out that the past owners of the Motel had been able to use the water from the creek running through the property which the present Storm Sewer Project had ended. Mr. French explained that the Sewer and Garbage charges were included in the water amount and that he had checked comparable reading for last year and could find no appreciable difference. He stated he had informed Mr. Grube) he could have an additional water meter installed and receive'summer rates. The City Manager was instructed to write to Mr. Grube+ and apprise him of these facts. The City Clerk read a letter from the Orthopedic Auxiliary requesting a waiver of the Admission Tax on their ticket sales for their annual Orthopedic Ball. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seoonded that the request be allowed. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. The Clerk read a letter from the State Highway Commission which presented the Council with an Agreement in which the City of Anacortes will receive that portion of Primary State Highway No. 1 -AN extending northerly from 12th Street to the old ferry landing via 6th Street as a part of the City's street system and that the route to the new ferry landing from Commercial Avenue westerly via 12th Street and Oakes Avenue will be adopted by the Highway Commission as the State route October 1, 1960. The City Attorney read the proposed Agreement and Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City accept the maintenance of that portion of Primary State Highway No. 1 -AN extending northerly from 12th Street to the old ferry landing via 6th Street and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call Ayes: Ness, Antonlus, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. John H. Schneider spoke from the audience and asked if it would be possible to put in curbs and sewers on 12th Street, part way, on an L.I.D. basis when the State had paved the street. Mayor Strom informed him that it was something that could be looked into when the State had actually paved 12th Street. Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Ford and Mrs. Antonius to serve on the Finance Committee. The report of claims against the City for the first half of September was read to the Council and upon hearing no abjections, Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Mustacich and seconded by Mr. Ness that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The Financial report for the month of August was presented to the Council and ordered placed on file. The City Manager gave a brief report on the progress of the various projects going on within the City at the present time. Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 8:45.p.m. E. A. STROM , MAYOR ATTEST: WAF W/i_A �� 99 October 3, 1960 A special meeting of the City Council of the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The roll was called and outside of Mayor Strom, there were no Councilmen present. the City Manager and the City Clerk were in attendance. The City Manager presented the 1961 Final Budget to the Mayor who in turn requested of the audience if there were any protests against the Budget. There were no protests heard. Mayor Strom then stated that because there was no quorum present, this meeting of the Council stood adjourned until 7:30 p.m. October 4th, 1960. E. A. STROM, MAYOR ATTEST: DIANE L402M, CI CLERK October 4, 1960 The adjourned meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Motion carried. Mrs. William Bessner spoke to the Council regarding the stumps near the Library.. She stated that they were creating problems both parking wise and damage to sidewalks. After a discussion Mayor Strom referred the matter to the Library Board. Mayor Strom then declared the 1961 Budget hearing open and invited comments from anyone in the audience regarding the proposed 1961 Budget. There being none, Mayor Strom declared the budget hearing closed and instructed the City Attorney to read the ordinance for the proposed 1961 budget. Mr..Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Ordinance be adopted and given No. 1286 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Strom compli- mented the City Manager on the budget and stated that it was in balance even with decreased tax revenues. The City Attorney read an ordinance affixing the tax levies for the year 1961. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1287 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney commented that this was the first time in his knowledge that there had been no tax millage in Current Expense. The City Clerk read a letter from Statewide Retirement regarding Mrs. Brinkley's retirement as of January 1, 1961. The letter stated that she could be kept on the payroll past that date but her retirement payments, both hers and the City's would cease. Mr. French informed the Council that he had been in contact with the Library Board and Yxs. Brinkley and that it was the Board's desire and her desire thatshe be retained in her position. After a discussion Mrs. Antonius moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager and the Library Board be accepted and that Mrs. Brinkley be r6tained. for another year and instructed the City Attorney to prepare a resolution so stating. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The Clerk read a letter from Carey & Kramer regarding the Stevens Road Pipeline Crossing. The letter stated that in this section of line there is approximately 1077 feet of 241, line which the State will replace due to the change in grade. Mr. Kramer recommended that the City purchase 36" pipe for this area, the cost to be approximately 10,000 dollars and the letter further stated that the cost of replacing any size pipe would be no different and the only cost 100 October 4, 1960 continued involved to the City would be the cost of the pipe. The City Manager informed the Council that the 24" pipe in that area is 16 years old and does need replacing and that it was his recommendation that the City purchase the 36" pipe. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City purchase 36" pipe and the Manager was instructed to inform Mr. Kramer of the Council's decision. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the Council on the Planning Commission's recommendation on the request of Mrs. Mae Hambly for the vacation of that portion of 29th Street lying west of the east line of Lot 45, Block 11, and east of the west line of Lot 3, Block 12, all in Tuttle and Buckley's plat of Anacortes, ^' according to the recorded plat thereof in the office of the auditor of Skagit County, Washington, in Volume 2 of plats, page 23; Also all that portion of "L'' Avenue west lying south of the southerly boundary of 29th Street and the south lines of Lot 1, Block 11, and Lot 10, Block 12, Tuttle and Buckley's plat of Anscortes produced, according to the plat recorded in Volume 2 of plats, page 23, records of Skagit County, Washington. He stated the Planning Commission had discussed the matter at a meeting and had passed a motion that the vacation not be allowed. The Planning Commissionlhrther stated that Mrs. Hambly should be informed that if she had specific plans for the area involved to come before the Planning Commission and her request would be reviewed. A discussion followed as to setting a policy for future re- muneration to the City and after a discussion Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the request be denied and Mrs. Hambly be informed of the Council's action. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager read the final Progress Payment to B & B Plumbing on the Supplemental Water Supply System in the amount of $300.42. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and payment be authorized to B & B Plumbing in the amount of $300.42. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager read the final Progress Payment to B & B Plumbing on the Storm Sewer Construction in the amount of $8,005.13. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and payment be authorized to B & B Plumbing in the amount of $8,005.13. Motion carried. Mr. French read the Progress Payment No. 3 due Marine Asphalt for L.I.D. No. 151 in the amount of $24,227.45 and miscellaneous expenses in the amount of $71.49 making a total of $24,298.94. He stated that this amount was the amount due the Contractor as of this date. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the payment be allowed and 24 interest bearing warrants (4.80%) at $1,000 each and one interest bearing warrant (4.80%) at $298.94 be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. Roll can. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford, and Strom. Mr. Mustacich obstained. Motion carried. Mr. French read Final Progress Payment to Marine Asphalt for L.I.D. No 152 in the amount of $4067.85. He stated that this amount was due the Contractor and that all work had been completed on the project and recommended the Council accept the project as completed. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the Council accept the project as completed and that one interest bearing warrant (5.50%) in the amount of $42367.85 be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French read Final Progress Payment to Marine Asphalt for L.I.D. No. 153 in the amount of $1,443.29. He stated that this amount was due the Contractor and that all work had been completed on the project and recommended the Council accept the project as completed. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council accept the project as completed and that one interest bearing warrant (5.50%) in the amount of $1,443.29 be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Strom appointed Mrs. Antonius and Mr. Ford to serve on the Finance Committee. The report of claims against the City for the second half of September, 1960, was read to the Council. Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French informed the Council that the International City Manager's Conference was to be held in San Francisco, October 16 through 19 and requested permission to attend. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City Manager's request be allowed and -he be instructed to attend the annual conference. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The matter of the Community -Development Liberal Arts Conference was discussed. This: Conference to be held October 28th through the 30th at Lake Wilderness Lodge. Mayor Strom urged everyone to attend. 1 1 October 4, 1960 continued The Mayor asked for the Council's confirmation of the appointment of Mr. William Gallagher to fill out the unexpired term of Mr. Lloyd Foster on the History Board due to Mr. Foster's resignation. The Countil concurred with Mayor Strom's recommendation and Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the appoint- ment be made. All ayes. Mption carried. The Mayor asked for the Council's confirmation of the appointment of Mr. Wh. Dickinson to fill the unexpired term of Paul Fosse as Councilman of the First Ward. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the recommendation of the Mayor be accepted and Mr. Dickinson be appointed to the council. All ayes. Motion carried.; Councilman Ford reported to the Council that he had been in contact with the Lion's Club who had made several needed improvements at the Guemes Island Park and that the Club was desirous of knowing whether their improvements met with the approval of the City Park Board and the City Council. The City Manager was requested to write to the Lions Club thanking them for their public spirited attitude toward the Guemes Island Park. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:28 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried meeting adjourned. ATTEST: i E': A: STROM, MAYOR 201 October 18, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Reverend Eggertson. The roll was called with Ness, Mustacich, Berentson, Ford, and Strom present. The new Councilman, Wm. C. Dickinson appointed to fill out the term, unexpired, of Mr. Paul Fosse of the First Ward, was sworn in by the City Clerk and seated by Mayor Strom. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Cler's Office upon request, the minute be approved as if read. All ayes. The Clerk read a letter from Gene and Margaret Anderson and Paul and Frances Scholfield regarding the vacation of a portion of Summit Avenue between the notth line of Sunset Avenue and the south line of Park Avenue in which they stated that the real value was $100 which they offered for the vacation. Mr. Mustacich moved and �Mr. Ness seconded that a hearing on the vacation be set as of November 15th and the Clerk be instructed to publish notice and post the property. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The Clerk read a letter from Park Estates Improvement Club in which they requested permission to constuct a rain shelter for school children on the south east corner of the intersection of Hartford and W 2nd. This would be on the part of the platted street of W 2nd immediately south of the present graveled portion of the street. After a discussion, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the request be allowed providing that the actual construction and maintenance of the shelter be taken care of by the Park Estates Improvement Club. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom= Motion carried. The Clerk read a letter from the Anacortes Women's Club in which they requested the Countil's permission to enter the work on the part of the Engineers for the recent 102 x October 18, 1960 continued storm sewer survey in their report to the Valley Forge Freedom Foundation. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the Council allow the Women's Club to use this report and Mayor Strom thanked them for including this worthwhile com- munity effort in their report. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a resolution extending the employement of Ruth E. Brinkley as Librarian for an additional year.' The Resolutionnfurther stated that Mrs. Brinkley's contribution and the City's contribution for her retirement cease as of January 1, 1961. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the resolution be adopted and given No. 29 and the Major and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion tarried. At this time Major Strom recognized Mrs. David B. Smith, Chairman of the City Beautification Committee who in turn made the awards for the various categories of City Beautification. Mayor Strom commended the winners for their efforts to improve the community and commended them on their community spirit. Mrs. Smith further requested that the plaques the City of Anacortes had won for City Beautification be on display at the Chamber Office and the City busy frames for two of the plaques. Mayor Strom granted permission and authorized purchase of the frames. Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Mustacich to serve on the Finance Committee. The report of claims against the City for the first half of October, 1960, was read to the Council. Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable re- port by the Finance Committee, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. All ayes. Motion carried. The Financial Report for the month of September was accepted by the Council and ordered placed on file. Mayor Strom informed the Council that he had received the resignation of John Rea, Chairman of the Citizen's Advisory Committee. He requested the Clerk to write a letter to Mr. Rea expressing the gratitude of the Council for his tireless work in the community. Mr. Wesley Shull, 420, lith Street, spoke to the Council regarding the rail- road tracks at approximately 4th and T Avenue. He stated he had been in contact with the City Manager regarding the deplorable condition of the tracks and that Mr. French had written Great Norther Railway who had stated that they would take care of this matter. So far no action has been taken. Mr. Shull stated that he personally knew of several flat tires caused By the tracks. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City Manager call Great Northern and write a letter confirming the telephone conversation to get rapid action on this condition. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 8:02 p.m. E. A. STROM, MAYOR ATTEST: 1k1dG/�U 1� LJLTJIL-1. November 1, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p1m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Buehl Berentson. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Berentson, and Strom present. The City Clerk read a letter from the State Highway Commission stating that the further improvements on 12th Street and Cakes Avenue would be coordinated between the City and the State Highway Department. The letter further stated that the policy of the State Highway Department was that any improvements will be made jointly with the City, on the basis that participation will be made in the establishment of storm MOD November 1, 1960 continued 4rainagp Or4y the extent of the ratio of the highway surface to the total surface area served by the storm drainage system. Also this would apply to curbs and gutters. The letter further stated that in the event there is an existing curb, gutter, or sidewalN which will have to be replaced, the State will assume this responsibility. The City Clerk read a letter from Ed Westman, 1312 E 70th, Seattle 15, Wash., stating that he was attempting to purchase the north east quarter of Section 1 Township 34 Range 1 East W. M. and that there was a clause in the deed that btated that after removal of all wood the property would revert to the City of Anacortes. Mayor Strom - referred Mr. Westmants letter to the City Attorney for further study and to report back to the Council. The City Clerk read a letter from the Anacortes Hospital District requesting the re -zoning of the property given the District by the Housing Authority to a P-1 zone. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the request be referred to the Planning Commission. All ayes. Motion carried. The City Manager read a request for a vacation of 101 on H Avenue between 6th and 8th Streets. Eight property owners had signed the petition. Mayor Strom refered the vacation to.the Planning Commission for their recommendation. The City Clerk read a letter from Maynard Lewis repigning as a member of the Park Board. Mrs. Antonius moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the resignation be regret- fully accepted and instructed that a letter thanking Mr. Lewis for his tireless service to the Park Board be sent. All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. French presented the Council with the Power Pumping Contract for the Booster Station. He stated the new power contract would be approximately $100 more a month than the old contract and after a discussion, Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the City Manager investigate to see if this was the best possible rate obtainable and that if this was the best rate obtainable the Mayor and Clerk be author- ized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Berentson, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager presented the Council with the Final Progress Payment due Marine Asphalt on L.I.D. No. 151 in the amount of $14,468.16 He stated that all work had been completed on the project and recommended the Council accept the project ad completed. Mr. French stated that he had examined the work and that it was his recom- mendation that payment be made. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Council accept the project as completed and that payment be allowed and 14 interest beari g warrants (4.80%) be issued to Hughbanks, Inc.,in the amount of $1,000 each and 1 interest bearing warrant (4.80%) be issiued in the amount of $468.16 be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Berentson, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney read an ordinance appropriating the 1961 revenues to the various Departments of the City of Anacortes. After a discussion, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1288 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Berentson, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Ford to serve on the Finance Committee. The report of claims against the City for the second half of October, 1960, was read to the Council. Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report from the Finance Committee, 14r. Berentson moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Berentson, and Strom. Motion cariied. The City Manager reported to the Council he had contracted Great Northern Railway regarding the crossing at approximately 4th and T Avenue and that Great Northern had assured him that they would start work on Monday, the 7th of November. Mr. French requested permission to take three days vacation November 2, 29 and lith. Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the request be granted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Berentson, and Strom. Motion carried. Mrs. Antonius gave a report on the recent Lib erial Arts Conference she had attended in which Urbanization was discussed at length. She stated she had several interesting and informative books which she would be glad to loan to any interested party. Councilman Dickinson informed the Council that he had received several requests from irritated citizens for the Council to look in to certain furnace cleaning firms that were presently operating in Anacortes. The letters stated that the firms work fell short of what had been promised the citizens and that the methods of operation is questionable. Mr. Ford stated that the Better Business Bureau should be contacted 104 November 1, 1960 continued >< regarding this Company and that the citizens of Anacortes should be notified to in the future check carefully before dealing with out-of-town busiA nesses. Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 8:30p.m. E. A. STROM, MAYOR ASSEST: mLM, CLERK November r*,1960 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Pro�.tem--Musticjch presiding. The Invocation was given by Mr. Buehl Berentson. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, present.. The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding a request for the vacation of "R" Avenue between the north line of 37th Street and PSH-lAN. It was the recommendation of the Planning Commission that the vacation of the east 30 feet of "R" Avenue between the north line of 37th Street and PSH-lAN be allowed. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council accept the recom- mendation of the Planning Commission regarding the vacation. A discussion followed. Mr. Mustacich ammended Mr. Ford's motion to the effect that the City Manager nego- tiate with the effected property owners to secure a reasonable consideration for the effected property. Mr. Ford accepted the ammendment as did Mr. Ness. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, and Ford. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the request of Public Hospital District No. 2 in which they asked a waiver or a change in the Zoning Ordinance so that the Hospital District could erect their hospital on the land dedicated them by the Housing Authority. The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council set a date for a public,:hearing for the re -zoning of the entire Housing Authority property and the Central Grade School and Island View School property. The Planning Commission recommended that this area'.be re- zoned to a P-1 zone. After a discussion, Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted, the date of hearing be set for December 6, 1960 and the boundaries of the re -zoning be stated at that time. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, and Ford. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a dedication from the Housing Authority and the Hospital District in which they presented a Quit Claim to the City of Anacortes for an 80 foot wide strip on 24th street from 110" Avenue to "M" Avenue to be used for street purposes. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council accept the Quit Claim from the Housing Authority and the Hospital District. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, and Ford. Motion carried. The City Manager informed the Council that he had received the executed agreement from the State Highway Commission relative to the return of Commercial Avenue between 12th Street and 6th Street from Commercial Avenue to "I" Avenue. The Mayor accepted the executed agreement and ordered it placed on file. The City Attorney read a Resolution stating that the final assessment roll on Local Improvement District No. 151 has been prepared and filed with the City Clerk and setting a date of hearing on said assesment roll for December 20, 1960. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 30 and the hearing date be set.at December 20, 1960 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, and Ford. Motion carried 1001,-b November 15, 1960 continued The City Attorney read a Resolution stating that the final assessment roll on Local Improvement District No. 152 has been prepared and filed with the City Clerk and setting a date of hearing on said assessment roll for December 20, 1960. Mr. Berentson moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 31 and the hearing date be set at December 20, 1960 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius., Mustacich, Berentson, Dickinson, and Ford. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a Resolution stating that the final assessment roll on Local Improvement District No. 153 has been prepared and filed with the City Clerk and setting a date of hearing on said assessment roll for December 20, 1960. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 32 and the hearing date be set at December 20, 1960, and.the•Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Berentson, Dickinson, and Ford. Motion carried. Mayor Pro -tem then delcared the hearing on the proposed vacation on Summit Avenue (Norman do Wood b Subdivision, between the north line of Oakes or Sunset Avenue and the south line of Park Avenue) be now open for anyone to speak for or against the vacation. There being no comments from the audience he delared the hearing closed and instructed the City Attorney to read the ordinance. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the Ordinance be adopted and given No. 1289 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call'. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, and Ford. Motion carried. Mayor Pro -tem Mustacich appointed Mr. Ford to serve on the Finance Committee. The report of claims against the City for the first half of November was read to the Council. Mayor Pro -tem Mustacich referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report from the Finance Committee, Mr. Berentson moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, and Ford. Motion carried. Mr. French reported to the Council that the repairs to the railroad cnossing at approximately lith Street and nTn Avenue had been completed. Councilman Ford asked what action had been taken regarding the complaints on the Holland Furnace Company. Mr. French informed the Council that he had been in contact with the Holland Furnace Company and that the Company was surprised at the adverse comments by some of the customers in Anacortes and have offered to send a representative to talk to any unhappy customers. Councilman Dickinson stated he would supply Mr. French with the names of several unhhppy customers. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the Council adjourn at 8:16 p.m. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned. A..I. ,MU6TACICH;"MRYUR PHU-'1'M ATTEST: DIANE ERHOLM, CITY U RK December 6, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Mr. Buehl Berentson. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ford seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were avilable at -the City Clerk's Office upon request, the kinutes be approved as if read. 1.06 December 6, 1960 continued All ayes. Motion carried. Mayor Strom then declared the hearing on the re -zoning of the property "Beginning at the intersection of the center line of 24th Street with the west line of the First Addition to the City of Anacortes; thence west along the center line of 24th street 226.141, thence N to N line of 24th Street, thence west to the intersection of the west line of N Avenue produced south; thence along said west line of N Avenue produced south; thence along said west line of N Avenue to the south line of 22fid Street; thence west along the south line of 22nd Street to the east line of J Avenue; thence south along east line of J Avenue produced 1318.0 feet; thence east 114.0 feet; thence south 214 feet; thence east 420 feet to the . west line of View Acres Addition to the City of Anacortes; thence north to the center line of 26th Street; thence west to the center line of K Avenue produced; thence north to the center line of 24th Street; thence east to the centerline of M Avenue; thence south to the center line of 26th Street; thence east to the west line of Hensler's First Addition to the City of Anacortes; thence north along said west line of Hensler's First Addition to the point of beginning" open. The Planning Commission had recommended that the area 22nd Street to 24th Street between M Avenue and N Avenue be re -zoned from an R-1 zone to a i3j1 zone. Mr. Loren Welch spoke for the Housing Authority requesting the property "Beginning at the intersection of the center line of 24th Street with the west line of the First Addition to the City of Anacortes, thence west along the center line of 24th Street to a point 520.0 feet east of the east line of M Avenue produced south, said point being the west line of alley in Block 1, Hensler's Second Addition to the City of Anacortes produced south; thence north along the said west alley line produced south to a point 28.0 feet south of the south line of 22nd Street; thence west and parallel to 22nd Street, 180.0 feet to the center line of N Avenue produced south; thence north along the cneter line of N Avenue- produced south 28.0 feet to the south line of 22nd Street; thence west along the south line of 22nd Street 40.0 feet, more or less, to the west line of N Avenue; thence south along the west line of N Avenue produced 552.0 feet, more or less, to the cneter line df 24th Street; thence east to the point of beginning", to be excluded from the rezoning due to the fact that the Housing Authority was presently negotiating the sale of the property and the rezoning might hamper such sale. Mr. Welch presented a map showing the property deleted from the rezoining and a lengthy discussion followed. Mayor Strom then declared the hearing closed. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Berentson seconded that the Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission to rezone the area to P-1 excluding the latter described area which would remain R-1. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Berentson, and Strom. Nos: Mustacich. Ford obstained. Motion carried. The City Attorney read the rezoning ordinance. Mr. Ness moved and rir,*' Berentson seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given N. 1290 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Nesq, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney read an ordinance fixing salaries for various city employees for the year 1961. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1291 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a Resolution transferring the sum of $5,730.70 from the Storm Sewer Department to the Street Department to pay the City's share of the Arterial Street located on 0 Avenue for L.I.D. No 151. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 43 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the City Manager, City Treasurer, and City Clerk to invest certain surplus funds in U. S. Treasury Notes. Mx. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the resolution be adopted and given No. 44 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney apprised the Council that he had been in contact with the State Auditor who had recently made an audit of the City's books and the Auditor had informdd him that there were certain irregularities in paying the travel expenses of unsuccessful applicants for the position of City Manager and the moving expense of the present City Mangger. He stated that he had checked this very carefully and at the time of drawing up the ordinance, the previous auditor had stated that it was the correct procedure to follow and Mr. Wells stated Further that in essence the moving expense for Mr. French was N X 1 1 1 101 December 6, 1960 continued actually a deduction of his salary. Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Ford to serve on the Finance Committee. The report of claims against the City for the second half of November, 1960 was read to the Council. Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. A11 ayes. Motion carried. The Financial Report for the month of October was accepted and ordered placed on file. The City Manager gave a complete report of the history of the water system of the City and stated that it was his recommendation that the Consulting Firm of Stevens & Thompson be retained to make a complete study of the water .distribution system. The total cost of this survey being $2,500000: Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City retain the Firm of Stevens and Thompson to prepare the water distribution survey and the City enter into a contract with said Firm and that the proper city officials be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Berentson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Manager asked permission to call for bids on Petroleum Products and Liability Insurance for the City for the year 1961. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. Mayor Strom informed the Council that it was time for an election of a Mayor Pro -tem due to the fact that Councilman Fosse had been Mayor Pro - tem and had resigned from the Council. After a discussion, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that a unanimous ballot be cast for Mr. Mustacich for the office of Mayor Pro -tem. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,::Mustacich, Berentson, Dickinson, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. Berentson informed the Council that due to the fact that he was leaving the City it was his regretful duty to resign from the Council. He expressed gratitude for being able to serve on the Council. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City accept Mr. Berentson's resignation with regret and commended him for his untiring service as a Councilman. Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Z. A. STKUM, MAYUR ATTEST: Di.r0. December 20, 1960 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Reverend Davenport. The roll was called with Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copis were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Motion carried. Mayor Strom then declared the hearing on -the final assessment roll on L.I.D. No. 151 open. ins December 20, 1960 continued The City Attorney explained that this was the opportunity for effected citizens to point out any inequalities, if any, in the assessment roll and that at this time if they had not done so before they could file written protests to the assessment roll. Mr. J. A. Williams, 1502 9th Street, spoke to the Council stating that he had been in the City Clerk's Office and had requested to see the assessment roll and had been denied his request. Mayor Strom stated that it was an over -site on the part of the Office and assurred Mr. Williams that the assessment roll was open to the public. The City Manager then explained the cost per lots on the project and Mr. Williams stated that his questions had been answered to his satisfaction. Mr. Ed Swapp questioned the Council regarding the bump at 9th and N Avenue in the pavement. The City Manager explained to Mr. Swapp that this was the meeting place of the new and old pavement and there was nothing that could be done regarding the bump. Mayor Strom stated that if the bump should become a traffic hazard, something might be able to be done about it. The City Clerk then read a letter of protest from Robert L. and Barbara L. McCommas, 1609 9th Street, stating that they felt the pavement was not up to the standard specified at the beginning of the project. They further stated that they wished the City would be responsible for arW maintenance on the Street. Mr. French informed the Council that the City is always responsible for the maintenance of streets after construction and stated he would write a letter to Mr. and Mrs. McComas stating the C ityts position in this matter. The City Clerk then read a letter from Elsworth Trafton, 2102 10th Street, protesting his assessment because the curbing along E Avenue stops 6 to 7 feet from the corner and had not been completed around the corner. He stated that this resulted in an unfinished appearance and in a condition that will lead to the breaking of the pavement. Mr. Trafton then spoke to the Council explaining his position further.and after a discussion, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City repair the curb on E Avenue at no cost to Mr. Trafton. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Strom then declared the hearing closed. Mayor Strom declared the hearing on the final assessment roll on L.I.D. No. 152 open. Councilman Ness asked if the filling on the west side of the street was completed and Mr. Porter stated that the Contractor would take care of the filling on the west side of the Street. There being no objections, Mayor Strom declared the hearing closed. Mayor Strom declared the hearing on the fi,:a al assessment roll on L.I.D. No. 153 open. There being no objections, Mayor Strom declared the hearing closed. The City Attorney read an ordinance approving and confirming the assessment and assessment roll of L.I.D. No. 151 for the improvement of 9th Street, E Avenue, I Avenue, M Avenue, and 0 Avenue levying and assessing the amount thereof against the property as shorn on said assessment roll, prescrib- ing the time within which the assessments shall be paid and providing for the payment of such assessments into L.I.D. No. 151 Fund. There being two protests filed at said hearing and satisfactorily settled without change of any assess- ment, Mr. Ness moved andMr. Mustacich seconded that the Council accept :the assessment roll as presented and the Ordinance be.adopted, given No. 1292, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Attorney read an ordinance approving and confirming the assessment and assessment roll of L.I.D. No 152 for the improvement of L Avenue levying and assessing the amount thereof against the property as shown on said assessment roll, prescribing the time within which the assessments shall be paid and providing for the payment of such assessments into L.I.D. No 152 Fund. There being no protests filed or otherwise presented or honored at said hearing, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the Council accept the assessment roll as presented and the ordinance be adopted, given No. 1293, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, and Strom. Motion carried. 109 December 20, 1961 The City Attorney read an ordinance approving and confirming the assessment and assessment roll of L.I.D. No 153 for the improvement of V Avenue levying and assessing the amount thereof against the property assh own on said assessment roll, prescribing the time withing which the assessments sball be paid and providing for the payment of such assessments into L.I.D. No. 153 Fund. There being no protests filed or otherwise presented or honored at said hearing, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Coundil accept the assessment roll as presented and the Ordinance be adopted and given No. 1291, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, and Strom. Motion cartied. The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission recom- mending the rezoning for the airstrip at Skyline on Burrows Bay be allowed and the Council set a hearing date for the proposed change in zoning. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council accept the reconmien- dation of the Planning Commission and a hearing date be set for the re -zoning for January 17, 1961. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, and Strom. Motion carried. The City Clerk read a letter from T. W. (Bill Turner), 1302 Broadview. Mr. Turner requested that the City restrict its easements rights to a distance of 15 feet on either side of the center line of 8th Street between W and X Avenues which was vacated by the City approximately four (4) years ago. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the request be granted and authorized the Mayor and Clerk to sign the necessary, instruments to this effect. All ayes. Motion carried. Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Dickinson and Mr. Mustacich to serve on the Finance Committee. The report of claims against the City for the first half of December, 1960 was read to the Council. Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. A11 ayes. Motion carried. The City Attorney read a resolution deeding from the City to the Chamber of Commerce the following described property: (a) beginning �5t East of the center line of the S & N Railway and 26 rods South of the North line of Section 30; thence North along the Railway to a point 258.68 feet South of the Section lines and thence East to the meander line; thence South along the meander line to a point due East of the point of beginning; thence West to the point of beginning. (b) Beginning at a point where the North line of Lot 10 intersects with the East line of the Great Northern Railway; thence South 258.67 feet; thence East to the meander line; thence Northwesterly along the meander line to the North line of Lot 10 and thence West to the point of beginning, less tract described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of Lot 10 and 20 feet East of the Great Northern Railway rightof way; thence Southeasterly parallel to the Great Northern Railway right of way and to a point 1001 due south of the North line and thence easterly to the meander line; thence north westerly along the meander line to the North line of Government Lot 10, thence West to the point of beginning. (c) Anacortes Tidelands, first class in Section 30, Twp 35, N. Range 2, Tract 1, Plate 11, less the North 100 feet thereof and Tract 2, Platevll. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that t#e Resolution be adopted and given No. 35 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Strom reported to the Council that he had been named to the Board of Trustees for the Washington State International Trade Fair. He further stated that the Mayors of leading Cities in the State of Washington had been asked to serve on the Board. Mayor Strom further reported that he had received a letter from the Board Chairman of the Fraternal Order of Eag&.es # 249 thanking the City for the hospitality extended during the recent Mid - Winter Conference. 110 � December 20, 1961 continued a a� Mayor Strom reported to the Council that it was his recommendation that Mr. Jerry Mansfield be appointed to fill the unexpired term of Buehl Berentson who had resigned. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council concur with Mayor Strom's recommendation. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Mustacich, Dickinson, and Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 8:46 p.m. n I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed clerk of the City of Anacortes, Washington, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the City Council meeting minutes as held on December 20, 1960. CITY CLERK January 3, 1961 The regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding. The Invocation was given by Reverend Barfoot. The City Clerk swore in Councilman Mansfield who is replacing Mr. Berentson who resigned as Councilman at Large. The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom present. The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Motion carried. The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received on Petroleum Products for the City for the year 1961. The bids were as follows: TEXACO UNION STANDARD TIDEWATER SHELL Regular Gasoline .201 .229 .224 .2075 .244 Hi -Test (alternate) .241 .264 .264 .2384 .284 Auto Diesel .151 .136 .1549 .136 .141 Stove Oil .151 .151 .142 .151 Furnace Oil .115 .136 .139 .121 Fuel Oil---$3.84/BBL Island Transfer Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendations of the City Manager be'accepted and the bids be awarded to the following: