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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.
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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:
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Regular Gasoline Texaco .201
Auto Diesel Union .136
Stove Oil Tidewater .142
Furnace Oil Texaco .115
Fuel Oil Island Transfer ---- $3.84/BBL
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received
on a new Police Car for the City for the year 1961. The bids were as follows:
Trulson Motor Company 22192.18
Evergreen Motor Company 21396.56
Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager
be accepted and the award be made to the low bidder Trulson Motor Company. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion
carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received on
Liability Insurance for the City for the year 1961. The bids were as follows:
Northwestern Insurance Co:. Scott Richards 31220.38
General Insurance Co. of America Francisco Webber 3,50.16
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendation of the City
Manager be accepted and the award be made to the low bidder Scott Richards.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the State Highwayi-
Department had communicated with him regarding the purchase of land near the City
of Anacortes Water Booster Station. The description of said property is as follows:
"All that portion of the following described Parcel "A" lying southwesterly
of a line drawn parallel with and -120 feet northeasterly, when measured
at right angles and/or radially, from the center line of Primary State
Highway No. 1, Jct. SSH No. 1-D to Swinomish Slough.
,-PARCEL "A" That portion of the ST 4 of the NW2 of Section 4,
township 34 north, range 2 east, W.M., described
as follows:
Beginning at a point on the south line of the
Anacortes-Mount Vernon Highway 612.24 feet east
of where same intersects the section line between
sections 4 and 5 of said township and range; thence
easterly along the south line of said highway 70
feet; thence south 100 feet; thence west 70 feet;
thence north 100 feet to the point of beginning."
This property is approximately 2500 square feet for which the State will pay $1,000.
Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the property be sold to the State and the
Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign pertinent documents. Mr. Ness moved and
Mr. Ford seconded that the property be sold to the State. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that contained in the recent
Water Utility Audit Report forwarded to his office by the Division of Municipal
Corporations. The Division had been critical of the way the billing had been
executed especially the receivable accounts at the end of each month. He stated
that to comply with the Division's request on this matter, involved the complete
office staff and that it was his recommendation that the City have the water bills
transferred to IBM accounting and run at the Skagit Count Medical Bureau. He stated
the cost for the first month would be $225.00 and the charge for each succeeding
month $150.00. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the recommendation
of the City Manager be accepted and the billings be prepared in the future by Skagit
County Medical Bureau. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford,
and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Mansfield to serve on the Finance Committee.
The report of claims against the City for the second 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. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded
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that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call.
All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read an ordinance adopting the business license fees
for the City of Anacortes for a two year period and setting forth certain re-
vocations of the licenses. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the
ordinance be adopted and given No. 1295 and that the Mayor and City Clerk be
authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The Financial report for the month of November, 1960 was presented to
the Council and ordered placed on file.
Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the meeting be adjourned
at 8:51 p.m. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned.
E. A. STROM, MAYOR
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January 17, 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 roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson,
Mansifield, Ford, and Strom present.
The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, 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 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.
Alice Newland spoke from the audience representing the Women's Club
of Anacortes and the Chamber of Commerce and requested the Council go on record
in recommending drastic changes in the garbage dump located on the Swinomish
Slough. Mr. Mustacich moved that the City direct a letter to the Counts
Commissioners stating the City's displeasure regarding the dump. Mr. Mansfield
amended Mr. Mustacich's motion to have the City concur with the Chamber's recom-
mendation. Mr. Ness seconded the ammended motion that the City Manager be
directed to write a letter to the County Commissioners station the City's position
in this matter. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the hearing on the rezoning of the proposed air-
strip on Skyline on Burrows Bay from M-3 to Airfield M-3 zone open. Mr. French
outlined the proposed airstrip site for the Council. Mr. Ford asked if the
proposed aibstrip would conflict with the new road and the City Manager informed
him it would not. Dr. J. K. Neils representing Skyline on Burrows Bay spoke
to the Council"and explained the functions of the proposed airstrip. Jack
Wittmand, Jr. representing the Junior Chamber of Commerce spoke from the audi-
ence and asked what the policy would be regarding flight pattern of the proposed
airstrip in connection with Mr. Hopke's airfield. Dr. Neils read a letter from
the State Aeronautics Board and from the FAA stating that the traffice patters
from the two airfields would be separate. Since there were no other comments
from the audience or Council, Mayor Strom declared the hearing closed. Ma.
Mustacich moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the request for the rezoning be
approved. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield,
Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
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The City Attorney read the proposed ordinance changing the official
zoning map of the City for that area described as follows: "all that aread of
land bounded on the north by the Rosairo Strait meander line and on the south
by the Burrows Bay meander line, and lying between parallel lines 6,000 feet
apart, being 3,000 feet on both sides of a center line described as follows:
Commencing at a point on the north line of Section 28, Township 35 North, Range
1 East, W.M., 173 feet east of the northwest corner of said section; thence from
said point south 380 331 20" east to the meander line of Burrows Bay and notth
380 331 20" west to the meander line of Rosario Strait." Mr. Ness moved and
Mr. Mansfiihid seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1296 and the
Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Department of General Administration
stating that the Anacortes Ferry Dock had been declared surplus by the Toll
Bridge Authority and inquiring as to the City's thoughts on the matter of dis-
posal of the Dock. Mayor Strom stated that the matter should be given wide
publicity and ordered the letter placed on file.'
The City Clerk read a letter from E. G. Englebright representing the
Everett Mountaineers requesting to use Mt. Erie for a Technical Rock Climbing
Practice on February 12, 1961. The Clerk then read a letter from the Seattle
Mountaineers requesting permission for the use of Mt. Erie'for Rock Climbing
Practice on April 8th and 9th, 1961. and Rescue Methods Practice on September
23rd and 24th, 1961. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the
requests for Technical Rock Climbing Practice, Rock Climbing Practice, and
Rescue Methods Practice be granted providing the Everett Mountaineers be advised
that in case of an accident on Mt. Erie that the City be held harmless. All
ayes. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a notice on flood control from the U.S. Army
Engineers stating that the hearing would be at the Skagit County Court House on
February 8, 1961 at 10:00 p.m. Mr. French reported that the City was indeed
interested due to the fact that our Filter Plant was located on the SkagitRiver,
and stated he would prepare a report and appear at the hearing if the Council
so desired. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City Manager be
instructed to prepare a report and attend the flood control.hearing. All ayes.
Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that three bids had been
rec6ived for the fire truck for the Fire Department. The Bids were as follows:
American La France
American La France
Crown Body & Coast
Corporation
Mack
1000 GPM Pumper
500 gal water tank
1250 GPM Pumper
Alternate
590 Cu. In. Motor
292 HP
24,950.00 150 days
259555.55 5 days
27,579.14 180 days
25,100.00
Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the recommendation of the
City Manager be accepted and the bid be awarded to American La France for
$24,950.00 for delivery in 150 days. All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Attorney presented to the Council a proposed ordinance for
study on Bicycle Standards of Operation and licenses thereof. A copy of the
proposed ordinance was given to each member for study.
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency ordinance for certain expend-
itures not anticipated in the 1960 budget in the amount of $2,260.79. Mr.
• Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that a hearing on the proposed emergency
ordinance be set in the Council Chambers at 7:30 p.m. on February 7, 1961. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The report of Fianl Claims against the City for the year 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.
All ayes. Motion carried.
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The report of claims against the City for the 1st half of January,
1961 was read to the Council. Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee.
Upon favorable report from the Finance Committee, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness
seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same.
All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with Retained Percentage due
the Contractor, Marine Asphalt, on L.I.D. No. 151 in the amount of $132359.81
and miscellaneous printing costs of $63.31. He stated that the work on the
project had been completed and that it was his recommendation that the retained
percentage and miscellaneous costs be paid. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mansfield
seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the interest
bearing warrants be issued to Hughbanks, Inc.; 13 interest bearing, each in
the amount of $1,000 at 4.80% and one interest bearing warrant in the amount of
$423.12 at 11.180% on L.I.D. No. 151 Fund. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Courqi;il with retained percentage due
the Contractor, Marine Asphalt, on L.I.D. No. 152 in the amount of $812.80 and
miscellaneous printing costs of $59.69. He stated that the work on the project
had been completed and that it was his recommendation that the retained percent=
age and miscellaneous costs be paid. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded
that the recommendation of the City Manger be accepted and an interest bearing
-warrant be issued to Hughbanks, Inc. in the amount of $872.119 at the rate of
5.50% for the retained percentage and miscellaneous costs on L.I.D. No. 152 Fund.
Roll Call. Ayesi Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinsoh, Mansfield, Ford, and
Strom. Motion carried.
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The City Manager reported to the Council that he had been investi-
gating the City's two water reservoirs located at approximately 37th and I
Avenue adn that the fences surrounding each reservoir were beyond further repair.
He stated that the present fence is located only around the two separAte reser-
voirs and -that the additional cost to fence the complete property was negligible.
He stated he felt the cost would be approximately $3,500 and there was money in
the Water Department Budget for this improvement and requested permission to
call for bids on the fence. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the
City Manager's recommendation be accepted and advertisement for bids be pub-
lished. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield,
Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the present jail facili-
ties in the Fire and Police Station were entirely inadequate. He further stated
that the steel from the old jail cell located on 5th Street could be used to erect
2 additional cells. He requested permission to call for bids on the plumbing
and heating of the new cells. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the
recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and a call for bids be published.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacihc, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and
Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that he had received a bill from
the Chamber of Commerce for the City's 1961 Chamber dues in the amount of $100.
After a discussion the City Attorney was requested to contact the State.Auditor
regarding the legality of this expenditure.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council that he had a recommendation for
an appointment to the Library Board to replace Mr. Robert Beard who had resigned;
the appointee being Mr. 0. K. Kelson. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded
that the recommendation of the Mayor be accepted and Mr. Kelson be appointed to
the Library Board. A11 ayes. Motion carried.
Mr. Ness moved and Pyr. Dickinson seconded that the meeting adjounr at
9:05 P.M.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed clerk of the City of Anacortes, Washington do
hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of the City Council
meeting minutes held January 17, 1961.
February 7, 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 roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield, 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 Councilamn had a copy for study and that copies were avail-
able at the City Clerk's Office upon request, that the minutes be approved as if
read. Motion carried.
Mr. C. E. Langseth spoke from the audience regarding the proposed fencing
around the Water Department Reservoir located,near 37th Street. Mayor Strom explained
that due to the emotional feelings of various affedted property owners it had been
his decision along with Councilman Ford and the City Manager to allow a jog in
the direction of the fence so that certain natural adornments, i.e., willow trees,
etc., could remain thereby presenting a pleasing landscape. to the affected pro-
perty owners. He stated that even though a jog in the fence had been decided the
.property outside the jog would, of course, remain the City's. Mr. Lanseth stated
that he was agreeable with this but asked the City's opinion concerning the Canadian
Thistles growing in abundance on the Water Department property. Mayor Strom
answered Mr. Langseth that the City was going to do everything possible to curtail
the growth of Canadian Thistles. Mrs. D. B. Smith spoke from the audience saying
that the affected property owners had planned a work project to clean up that area
in connection with City Beautification and would submit detailed plans at a later
date. Mayor Strom also stated that the City would post signs around the fenced
property stating that it was Water Department property and that there should be
no trespassing or throwing of debris in the Reservoir. Mrs. Smith stated to the
Council that she and other affected property owners had offered to buy the pro-
perty from the City. She further stated that if it would cause any embarrassment
to the City that she was in agreement with putting the fence right on the property
line. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Council concur with
the action of the Mayor, Councilman Ford, and the City Manager. Mr. Mustacich then
amended the motion to have the City proceed to remove blackberry bushes and thistles
on the property. Mr. Mansfield accepted Mr. Mustacich's amended motion. Mr. Ness
seconded the amended motion. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Nos. Mr. Dickinson. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had advertized for bids
on automotive tires for February 6th at 2:00 p.m. and at that time only one bid
had been received but another bid had been received later in the day. He stated
that he had not opened any bids and requested the Council's decision regarding
the matter of the bidding stating that there was no immediate need on the matter.
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Nes s seconded that the City Manager be instructed to
issue another call for bids and to return to the bidders their unopened bids. Roll
can. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield,.Ford, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Department of Game requesting permission
to construct a reversible type flat plate screen across the outlet in Hart Lake.
Mr. French stated that it was near the norther outlet of Hart Lake and on City
property. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the request be granted.
All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from J. B. Goff, Skagit County Sheriff
regarding -erecting a radio repeater station on Mt. Erie. Mr. French stated that
he had been in contact with the U.S. Air Force and that it was their decision to
abandon the tower in the very near future. He further stated that it would be
a benefit to not only the County and State Patrol but the City Police as well in
making contact with these two law enforcement bodies. He further stated tta t after
a discussion with the Air Force personnel he felt if the City would make an offer
of $750.00 and the County made an offer of $750.00 it would be perhaps agreeable
to the Air Force. Mr. Ness questioned the City Manager regarding the possibility
of the public using the tower as a lookout over the panoramic view. Mr. Mustacich
moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City submit a bid of $750.00 as their
share on the tower and that the City Manager be given authority to negotiate any
documents pursuant to the transaction and that the City Manager discuss the public
use of the tower with the Sheriff's Office. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Mustacich Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a request from Mr. James L. Birch of the Anchor Inn
Tavern located at 1921 Commercial requesting a dance license on his premises, Mr.
Ness moved and Mr. Mustacich seconded that the request be granted. Roll call.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
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The City Clerk read a request from Mrs. Robert Kirchgessner, Manager
of the Cover Hotel, asking for a loading zone in front of the Hotel. Mrs.
Kirchgessner stated that with the busses stopping in front of the Hotel there
was no place for guests to unload their luggage. A lengthy discussion followed.
Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the request be denied at this time.
All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution investing various funds on hand in
U. S. Treasury Notes. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the Resolution
be adopted and given No. 36 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom.
Motion carried.
.The City Attorney read a proposed Resolution providing for the issuance
of bonds on L.I.D. No. 151 in the total principal sum of $56,000. Mr. Ness moved
and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 37 and
the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed Resolution providing for the issuance
of bonds on L.I.D. No. 152 in the total principal sum of $4,500. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 38 and
the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed Resolution providing for the issuance
of bonds on L.I.D. No. 153 in the total principal sum of $3,200. Mr. Mansfield
moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 39 and
the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency ordinance for certain expen-
ditures not anticipated in the 1960 budget in the amount of $2,260.79. He stated
that the ordinance had been published and that the hearing to speak for or against
the ordinance has been set for this evening. Mayor Strom stated that the Council
would hear anyone speak for or against the passage of the ordinance. There being
no comment, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the emergency ordin-
ance be adopted and given No. 1297 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign
and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson,
Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The rspbrt of claims against the City for the second half of January,
1961, was read to the Council. 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, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and
Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French stated that there were payments due Hughbanks, Inc. o L.I.D.Is
151, 152, and 153 interest bearing warrants, this money being drawn from payments
made during the 30 day interest-free period. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mrs.
Antonius seconded that the payment due Hughbanks, Inc. in the amount of $35,427.46,
1,328.24, and 1,235.63 be allowed and warrants be drawn on same. Roll call.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion
carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that he and the Police Department
had finished a study of various streets within the City and stated that a stop
sign shoudl be erected on 10th Street at the intersection of 10th and M Avenue
and on 29th Street on the intersection of 29th and M Avenue. Mr. Ness moved
and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be
accepted and that stop signs on 10th and on 29th and M Avenue be erected. All
ayes. Motion carried.
Mr. French stated that the Engineering Department had prepared esti-
mates of cost for 8th Street from 0 Avenue to F Avenue, the middle section of
the Street. He stated that the Engineering Department estimate of cost would be
$10,000 with a cost of $4,700 being the City's share and a cost of $30.00 per
lot. He further stated that the Engineering Department had prepared cost esti-
mates for the improvement of M Avenue from 14th Street to 41st Street excluding
that area of Broadview which is paved. He stated the cost would be approximately
$181,000 and that the City's share would be $47,000 due to the fact that it is an
arterial street. He stated that it was his recommendation that resolutions of
intention to pave these streets be introduced. Mayor Strom stated that some
thought had been given to a feeder line down 24th Street near the new hospital
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site. Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. -Ness seconded that the resolutions on intention
be prepared and the City Manger and the City Attorney check to see if it would be
feasible to include 24th Street to Commercial in the project:. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried:.
Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mustachich seconded that the meeting be adjourned
at 9:11 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Dickinson, Mansfield,
Ford, and Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed clerk of the City of Anacortes, Washington,
DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is a ture and correct copy of the minutes of
the City Council meeting held on February 7, 1961.
D NE ff&, CI CLERK
February 21, 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.
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The Invocation was given by Reverend Underwood.
The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, Mansfield,
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 avail
able at the City Clerk's Office upon request, that the minutes be approved as if
read. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a eltter from U.S. Army Engineer's Office regarding
the proposal by the City to purchase the building, fence, tower, and power line
now locate on the top of Mount Erie. Mr. French stated to the Council that he
had been in communication with the Army Mngineerts Office and that there would
be further communications in the future regarding this purchase.
The City Clerk read a letter from the State Highway Commission regarding
the utility relocation on the Junction SSH 1-D to Swinomish Slough. The letter
stated that the State would not expect to be responsible for any cost incurred in
the adjustment of the water line in this area. The letter was ordered placed
on file.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Anacortes Women's Club regarding
the possibility of eliminating the hazardous parking of cars in the vicinity of
the City Library at 8th and M Avenue. The letter suggested that the grass park-
ing strip on 8th and M Avenue be eliminated and the parking be brought to the
sidewalks in front of and on the side of the public Library. A discussion followed
and the Council tabled the matter for further study.
The City Manager informed the Council that bids had been received on
the donkey drums at the City gravel pit. The bids were as follows:
Ray Jones $157.25
Preston Holton $ 51.55
Charles Hopke $ 85.00
Mr. Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the high bid of Mr. Ray Jones be
accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager informed the Council that bids had been received for
automotive tires for the City for the fiscal year, 1961. The bids were as follows:
February 7, 1961
TIRE SIZE
SERVICE STATION
BILL BAILEY
LARRY BREWSTER
LARRY BREWSTER
SUPPLY
750 x lid
16.43
16.43
19.60
20.31
760 x 15
20.84
20.84
42.72
42.72
13 x 24
169.98
169.98
231.88
219.24
9 x 22.5
67.17
67.17
90.93
92.25
825 x 20
66.25
66.25
84.82
84.50
7 x 16
33.65
33.65
45.71
42.87
13 x 24 REG
77.87
77.87
83.86
83.86
14 x 24 RDC
97.04
97.o4
104.51
104.51
10 x 15 RDC
25.05
25.05
22.60
22.60
7 x 16
15.01
15.11
16.17
16.17
B.F. Goodrich
Royal
Mobil
Firestone
11805.19
2,204.03
22236.57
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the low bid of Service Station
Supply be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read the proposed Resolution of Intention to order
the improvement of M Avenue as platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anscortes,
Hensler's Second Addition to the City of Anacortes and as extended southerly
through View Acres Addition and the Replat of Lots 25 to 48, View Acres Addition,
J. M. Moore's Addition, Hagadorn and Stewart's Addition, Childs and Hagadorn's
Addition, Broadview Addition, and Brownrig's Addition, from the south line of
14th Street to the south line of 41st Street, also known as the Dobers School
Road; and 24th Street as platted in the First Addition to the City of Anacortes
and extended westerly there from the west line of Commercial Avenue to the east
line of M Avenue by grading, draining, surfacing and construction of asphaltic
concrete pavement where required, approximately three inches (3") in depth, with
eleven inches (1111) of base material and forty feet (401) in width, along with
necessary concrete curbs and gutters and drainage facilities where required. Mr.
Mustacich moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Resolution of Intention be adopted
and given No. 40 and that the City would share in the cost of the proposed pro-
ject and pay approximately 25% of the total cost of the proposed project and the
hearing date of March 21st, 1961 be set and the property owners be duly notified
and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish said
Resolution of Intention. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read the proposed Resolution of Intention to order
the improvement of 8th Street as platted in the Original Plat of the City of
Anacortes from the east line of F Avenue as platted in the Original Plat of the
City of Anacortes From the south line of 8th Street to the north line of 9th
Street as follows:
On 8th Street, by excavating, grading, surfacing and by constructing an asphal-
tic concrete pavement approximately two inches (2110 in depth with eight inches
(811) of base material and forty feet (401) in width, along with necessary
curbs, gutters, and drainage facilities. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness
seconded that the Resolution of Intention be adopted and given No. 41 and that
the City would share in the cost of proposed project and pay approximately 40%
of the total cost of the proposed project and the hearing date of April 4, 1961
be set and the property owners be duly notified and that the Mayor and City Clerk
be authorized to sign and publish said Resolution of Intention. Roll call.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. Allan Whitney spoke regarding the possiblity of including I Avenue
from 7th Street to 8th Street on the proposed 8th Street paving project. A
discussion followed and it was decided that it be held in abeyance and that if
affected property owners on other side streets would wish the paving, it would be
discussed at a later date.
The report of claims against the City for the first half of February,
1961, was read to the Council. Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee.
Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mustacich
seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. .Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion
carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that there would be a Law Enforcement
Training School on Juvenile Control March 20th through 24th at the University of
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Washington and that it was his recommendation that the Assistant Chief of Police
attend this School. The council concurred with this action.
Mr. French further reported that in line with the Chamber of Commerce's
request for figures on the estimated cost of a street improvement to the top of
Cap Sante leading up to the view point would be approximately $6,900. Mr. French
reported he would report these figures to the Chamber. Mayor Strom stated that
at this time, there was no available money in the budget for this project.
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the meeting be adjourned
at 8:55 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mustacich, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned.
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
Council meeting minutes held February 21, 1961.
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March 7, 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 Smiley.
The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that due
to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were available
at the City Cleft's Office upon request, that the minutes be approved as if read.
Motion carried.
Mr. Harley Sutt, DBA Rocket Sanitation, spoke to the Council regarding
certain proposals on the Garbage Contract. As a whole, his proposals are as follows:
1. Give him authority over the dump, he would leave it open as it is now.
2. Remove the man the City has at the dump.
3. Furnish gravel and loader when necessary, it would not exceed twenty five (25)
yards permonth after the dump was put in shape.
4. Give him permission to build a fence across one end of the dump, so that the
salvage can be kept out of sight.
5. Allow him to cut dead timber around dump to help in fire prevention, and use
those logs for lumber.
6. Release the $5,000 performance bond, because he believes the City is protected
in that they have, due to the billing procedure, almost $5,000 of his money
at all times.
7. That the City pay $300 or half of putting the dump in shape the first time.
A lengthy discussion followed during which time Mr. Fred Farmer, representative of
the Skagit County Sanitarians Office,.spoke regarding burning of refuge at the
dump or covering of garbage. It was Mr. Farmer's opinion that covering refuge was
more sanitary than burning. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that Mr.
Sutt submit his proposals to the Council in writing and the matter be tabled for
further study and the Councilman make a field trip to the dump before making a
decision. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from W. C. Little resigning his position
on the Board of Adjustment. Mayor Strom ordered the letter placed on file.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Kiwanis Club requesting permission
of the City Counci to place an appropriate stone tablet upon Mount Erie to commem-
orate the give of 20 acres of land which the Kiwanis Club had donated to the City
for park facilities. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the request be
granted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.
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The City Manager reported to the
Council that bids had been
received
for fencing around the
water reservoir at
approximately 37th and I Avenue. The
bids were as follows:
Anchor Post Company
$22925.00 + tax
McBride Fence Company
$3050.00
Eldorado Fence Company
$3,555.55
Cyclone Fence Company
$29766.00
Morse Hardware Company
$22990.00
San Jose Steel Co., Inc.
$3,298.00
Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the bid of Cyclone Fence Company
in the amount of $2,766.00 be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received for
the City's printing for the year 1961. The bid was as follows:
"Legal notices will be printed in 6 pt agate type and will be set in 12 em colums.
Rates for such publications will be 95¢ per col, inch for the first insertion and
85¢ per col. inch for each additional insertion".
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the bid of the Anacortes American be
accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council on the new sewer power con-
tract which would run a ten-year period. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded
that the contract be accepted and the proper City Officials be authorized to
sign, i.e., Mayor and City Clerk. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The report of claims against the City for the second half of February,
1961, was read to the Council. Mayor Strom referred them to the Finance Committee.
Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius
seconded that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll
call. All ayes. Motion carried.
The Financial Report for the month of January was presented to the
Council and ordered placed on file.
Mr. French reported to the Council that estimated assessment costs had
been mailed to affected property owners on M Avenue from ]lith to 41st Street and
that the notices had been accompanied with a detailed letter from the Mayor out-
lining the L.I.D. Procedure.
The City Manager requested permission to advertise for bids for 3,000
feet of 611 asbestos cement water pipe. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson
seconded that permission be granted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager requested permission to advertise for bids to paint
the exterior of the Anacortes Public Library and to install tile in the ceiling
in the upstairs of the Library and to paint the inside of the dome. Ford moved
and Mr. Ness seconded that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids.
Roll call. All ayes. Motion passes.
Councilman Ford questioned the City Manager regarding the possibility
of getting 29th Street paved and Mr. French reported that there were right of way
problems of 29th Street which were being worked on at the present time.
Councilman Dickinson questioned the City Attorney about having two con-
tracts on M Avenue due to the fact that the prbject is so large, it would be dif-
ficult for the successful contractor to deliver a performance band on the project.
The matter was tabled for further discussion.
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council adjourn at
8:42 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried. Meeting adjLourned.
ATTEST:
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March 21, 1961
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 Smiley.
The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, 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 avail-
able at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read.
Mayor Strom then declared the hearing on the proposed improvement of M
Avenue from the south line of 14th Street to the center line of 38th Street, and
from the south line of Broadview Addition to the north line of lust Street, and
214th Street from the west line of Commercial Avenue to the east line of M Avenue
open. Mayor Strom gave a comprehensive outline of the City's position regarding
L.I.D.Is and the need for this proposed project. The City Attorney then explained
the legal aspects regarding L.I.D.Is and Councilman Mansfield explained how the
assessments are derived from a typical block. Councilman Ford explained the pro-
cedure regarding assessments on acreage and Councilman Ness reviewed the City's
past experience in inferior type of lift-caot paving. The City Manager explained
how the paving would be constructed and Mayor Strom explained the City's partici-
pation in the project. 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. 154 on M Avenue and 214th Street. 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.
Various affected property owners in the audience asked questions of the
Mayor and Council. Mr. Ted Nibargar of 3520 M Avenue presented the Council with
comparative figures of a Port Angeles L.I.D. and requested that the City Manager
get in touch with the Port Angeles City Manager and determine if the specifications
on the two projects were comparatively the same and why the difference in cost.
There being no further questions, Mayor Strom declared the hearing closed. The
City Attorney read an ordinance providing for the improvement of M Avenue from
the south line of 114th Street to the Center line of 38th Street and from the south* -
line of Broadview Addition to the north line of 41st Street, and 214th Street from
the west line of Commercial Avenue to the east line of M Avenue by grading, drain-
ing, surfacing and paving the same where required, and by installing necessary
concrete curbs, gutters and drainage facilities where required 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. 40, adopted on the 21st day of February,
1961. Said ordinance creating Local Improvement District No. 154 Fund and author-
izing call for bids on bonds and warrants; such bids to be publicly opend, read
and considered by the Council at its regular meeting to be held at City Hall at
7:30 p.m. on May 2, 1961. Mr. Dickinson seconded that the ordinance be adopted and
given No. 1298 and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion
carried.
The City Manager reported that bids had been received on Chlorine and
Caustic Soda. The bids were as follows:
ITEM HOOKER PENNSALT VAN WATERS & ROGERS
2000# 150# C cyl. 12,50/100 12.50/100 12.50/100
60T 1 ton C cyl. 4.00/100 80.00/100 4.00/100
230T NA CH 55.00/ton 55.00/ton
Cylinders teturned at
no charge to City.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation of the City
Manager be accepted and the bid be awarded to Pennsalt Chemical Corporation. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The report of claims against the City for the first half of March, 1.961
was read to the Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor refered them to
the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion
was made by Mrs. Antonius and seconded by Mr. Dickinson that the claims be allowed
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and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The Financial report for the month of February was presented to the
Council. The report was accepted and ordered placed on file.
The City Manager reported that the Lions Club had purchased six trash
cans to be installed on Commercial Avenue in locations to be designated by the
Council. They would be bolted to the sidewalks. A discussion followed regarding
the possibility of securing a trash can for Cap Sante lookout.
fir. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the meeting adjourn
at 10:26 p.m. Roll call. AU ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned.
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 minutes
of the City Council for the City of Anacortes as'held on March 21, 1961.
D7 �HULM, Ct G'LERK
April 4, 1961
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 Lottsfeldt.
The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due
to the fact that each Councilmant'had a copy for study and that copies were avail-
able at the City Clerkt:s Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read.
Motion carried.
Mayor Strom then declared the hearing on the proposed Local Improvement
District providing for the improvement of 8th Street from the east line of "F"
Avenue to the west line of 110" Avenue, and "F" Avenue from the south line of 8th
Street to the north line of 9th Street open, Mayor Strom then gave a comprehen-
sive explanation of the area involved to be paved. The City Attorney then explained
the legal aspects of the proposed Local Improvement District and Councilman
Mansfield explained how the affected property was assessed. Police Chief, Beebe,
explained the hazards involved in center parking and stated that every law enforce-
ment agency he had contacted was in agreement regarding center parking. The City
Manager explained the engineering involved in the project and explained how the
paving would be constructed. The City Engineer, Mr. French, presented the Co}incil
with letters of his complying with all instructions outlined in the Resolution
of Intention for the proposed L.I.D. No. 155 on 8th Street and "F" 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 impvovements on the property within the
proposed district.
Various affected property owners spoke from the audience regarding the project.
Mr. Wayne Boner, 1903 8th Street, presented Mahor Strom with a petition signed by:.
15 affected property owners on 8th Street petitioning the Council to exclude "F"
Avenue from the paving project. Their contention being that with "F" Avenue
included and the City's affected property, the protesting tax payers could not
get sufficient signatures to stop the project. The City Manager stated that he
had also received another protest making protests received to date approximately
22%. A lengthy discussionfollowed during which the pros and cons of the proposed
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project were discussed. Mayor Strom then declared the hearing closed and requested
the City Attorney to read the proposed ordinance. The City Attorney read the
ordinance providing for the improvement of 8th Street from the east line of 'IF"
Avenue to the west line of "0" Avenue, and "F" Avenue from the south line of 8th
Street to the north line of 9th Street by excavating, grading, draining, surfac-
ing, and paving the same where required, and by installing necessary concrete curbs,
gutters, and drainage facilities where required, 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. 41, Improvement District No. 155 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 City Hall
at 7:30 p.m., on June 6, 1961. Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that
the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1299 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to sign and publish same, and that the City Engineering Department be instructed
to check into the reported low gutter area on 8th Street which could make a park-
ign hazard. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
A petition was read from Dorothy Bartholomew petitioning the Council
to vacate the dead-end section of Lots 24 and 1 of the Seattle Syndicate Addition.
It is a 16 foot dead-end alley strip. Mayor Strom referred the requebt ib the
Planning Commission.
The Clerk read a letter from Skagit Alpine Club requesting permission
to use Mt. Erie for basic rock practice on Sunday, May 7, 1961. The Chairman,
E. G. Englebright, stated in his letter that the City Will not be held responsible
forfor any accidents occuring during the practice session. Mr. Ford moved and Mr.
Ness seconded that the request be granted. A11 ayes. Motion carried.
The City Manager informed the Council that he had received a bid on the
jail cell additions. The bid was from Eiford and Sather andthey submitted a bid
of $4200 for the jail cell aditions. They also submitted an alternate bid for a
conceete block cell in the amount of $3900. Mr. French stated that the concrete
type cell would be as efficient as the complete steel cell and recommended that
the low bid for the concrete cell be accepted. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mansfield
seconded that the alternate bid of Eiford and Sather be accepted. All ayes.
Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the second half of March, 1961, 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. Ford and seconded by Mrs. Antonius that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French requested permission to call for bids on the following
equipment: A mower for the Street Department
A roller for the Street Department
A mower for the Park Department
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the City Manager be authorized to
call for bids on all three items, the money for which is in the 1961 budget. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion
carried.
The City Manager requested permission to call for bids for the construction
of L.I.D. No. 154 on "M" Avenue adn 24th Street. The bids to be opened at 2:00
p.m. on May 1, 1961. Mr. Manfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City
Manager be authorized to call for bids because at this time of year it was their
feeling that the lowest possible bid could be obtained. Mr. French further stated
that he would advertise in the Daily Journal of Commerce in Seattle so that any
responsible bidder would be allowed to submit a bid. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Mbtion carried.
The City Manager requested permission of the Council to attend the City
Manager's Conference on Saturday, April 15, 1961 in Ellensburg. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the request be granted. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Antonius requested a report to the Council from the Assistant Police
Chief who had attended a law enforcement training school on Juvenile Control at the
University of Washington.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Skagit Valley Riding Club request-
ing Mayor Strom to take part in the Mayor's calf tying contest on May 21st. The
letter was ordered placed on file.
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Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the meeting adjourn at
9:36 p.m. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, and Strom.
Motion carried. Meeting adjourned.
I,,.DIANE ERiW( - duly.appoihted-, clerk :of'the=City.of-Andeortes, Washington,
DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the
City Council meeting minutes of the meeting held on April 4, 1961.
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DTA ERHOLM.9 Cl f CLERK
April 18, 1961
A regular meeting of the City Counci 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, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
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 avail-
able at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read.
Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Association of Washington Cities
regarding the proposed convention to be held in June and requesting city officials
to submit discussion topics for the seminars to be held during the convention.
The letter was ordered placed on file.
The City Clerk read a letter from Clanton and Warwick in which they
requested a location on Mount Eris for communication purposes. They wish to
lease the building which is presently occupied by the Air Force. The City Clerk
was instructed to inform Clanton and Warwick that at this time the negotiations
for the purchase of the property was still under way and that if and when the
City did procure the property their request would be reviewed.
The City Clerk read a letter from Scott Paper Company informing the
Council that as of this time Coos Bay Pulp Corporation had transferred their
business, assets, contracts, franchises and property to Scott Paper Company
and they requested that in the future any dealings between Scott Paper Company
be to Scott Paper Company rather than Coos Bay Pulp. Mr. Dickinson moved and
Mr. Ness seconded that the Council concur with the request of Scott Paper Company.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, and Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a proposed transfer of liquor license from A. L.
Roberts to Carl H. Hov and Jasper 0. Hov of the Commercial Tavern at 416 Commercial
Avenue. The letter was ordered placed on file.
The City Manager informed the Council that bids had been received on
lime treatment to the Central Filter Plant. The bids are as follows:
BIDDER
American Pipe & Const. Co.
Stevens Construction, Inc.
Wyatt & Kipper Engineers
Sanford Wright Contractor
Hydraulic Supply Mfg. Co.
Chicago Bridge & Iron Co.
B & B Plumbing
Pittsburg Des Moines Steel Co.
R. J. McCarthy Company
ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
ALL WORK EXCEPT
STANDPIPE ONLY
COMPLETION
STANDPIPE
DATE
272400.00
130
69,753.00
170
62,946.00
252916.00
120 & 35
662951.00
150
26,811.00
80
25,990.00
160
62,351.12
120
24,266.32
110
68,754.00
120
61.890.00
25,592.00
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Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the bid of B & B Plumbing be accepted
for all work except standpipe and Pittsburg Des Moines Steel Company be awarded
the bid for standpipe only. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager informed the Council that bids had been received on
3,000 feet of asbestos concrete water pipe. The bids are as follows:
Pacific Water Works Supply Company
Johns -Manville
H. D. Fowler
$1.261 per foot
$1.29, per foot
$1.33 per foot
Mr. Peterson of Pacific Water Works Supply was in the audience and spoke to the
Council regarding his Company's asbestos concrete pipe which was produced in
Italy. Mr. French informed the Company that the pipe would be supplied by Johns -
Manville Company and would be produced in California. Mr. Ford moved and Mr.
Dickinson seconded that Johns -Manville be awarded the bid. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that he had received bids on the painting
of the Library and for installing ceiling tile. The bids are as follows:
PAINTING Whidbey Painting $1,880.10
A. L. Albertson $13590.00
TILE Dave Snyder $ 429.49
James Rice $ 610.80
Mr. French stated that this was more money than had been budgted in the 1961
budget in the Library Department but money had also been budgeted in the City
Building Fund and recommended that the bid be awarded to Dave Snyder for the tile
installation and to A. L. Albertson for the painting. Mr. Ford moved and Mr.
Ness seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford; Mansfield, and Strom.. Motion
carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution regarding the proposed vacation
of the east thirty feet of 11R11 Avenue, as platted in Beale's Maple Grove Addition
to the City of Anacortes, between the north line of 37th Street and the south
line of the alley of Block 14, Beale's Maple Grove Addition, and between the
north line of said alley and the south line of PSH -]AN. Mr. Ford moved and Mr.
Ness seconded that the resolution be adopted and the hearing date of May 16,
1961 be set and the Clerk be instructed to publish,and post same.
The report of claims against the City for the first half of April 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 Mrs. Antonius and seconded by Mr. Ness that the claims be allowed
and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion caraied.
The Financial Report for the month of March was accepted and ordered
placed on file.
Mr. French reported to the Council on the recent City Managerls
Association meeting he had attended in Ellensburg and explained how the increased
gas tax would affect the City. These state funds must be matched by 25% of city
funds to be used in arterial paving.
Assistant Police Chief, Clyde T. Cook, gave a report on the Juvenile
Control meeting he had attended at the University of Washington. Mr. Cook
explained the many problems involved in Juvenile control.
Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the meeting adjourn at
8:25 p.m. All ayes: Meeting adjourned.
DR. E. A. STROM, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was
called to bider at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding.
The Invocation was given by Captain Stewart.
.The'roll was called with Ness. Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting,were considered and after hearing
no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mansfield 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 Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received
on roadway work for L.I.D. No. 154 construction. The bids are as follows:
Associated Sand & Gravel Everett, Wash. $124,051.11 150 days
Marine Asphalt Anacortes, Wash. $124,889.65 180 days
A. W. Stevens Const. Co. Mt. Vernon, Wash. $130,246.50
Washington Asphalt Co. Seattle, Wash. $135,692.95
Tri -County Paving Co. Burlington, Wash. $147,156.85
The City Manager informed the Council that bids on the construction of
the sewer and water construction on L.I.D. No. 154 had been received. The bids
are as follows:
B & B Plumbing & Heating Anacortes, Wash. $ 39,916.96
Walters Construction Co. Mt. Vernon, Wash. $ 17,010.60
A. W. Stevens Const. Co. Mt. Vernon, Wash. $ 51,527.99
Mr. Dickinson moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the recommendation of the City
Manager be accepted and the bid on the "B" section of the bids, i.e., sewer and
water construction, be awarded to B & B Plumbing and Heating. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. Harold Sherman, of Marine Asphalt, spoke from the audience to the
Council regarding his bid on the "All portion of the construction. He stated
there was very little difference in monetary value and stressed the point of a
local contractor being awarded the bid. He stated that he had contacted busi-
nessmen in the community and they had offered to make up the difference if the
bid of Marine Asphalt was accepted by the Council. The City Attorney explained
the legal aspects involved and Councilman Ford stated that the Council had gone
on record as assuring the affected property owners on the L.I.D. that the work
would be done as inexpensive as possible as long as the specifications were met.
A representative from Associated Sand & Gravel spoke to the Council explaining
their position and stating that in every possible case they would hire local
labor for the project. Mayor Strom spoke stating that there was a moral issue
involved as well as dollars and cents and the Council was morally bound to
accept the lowest responsible bid. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that
the bid of Assoicated Sand & Gravel be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Nos. Dickinson. Mr. Dickinson stated
that in his opinion the entire City would benefit by a local contractor receiv-
ing the bid. Motion carried.
Mr. French informed the Counci that bids had been received on L.I.D.
No. 154 bonds and warrants. The bids are as follows:
Statewide Retirement 4.10% at par value
Grande & Company 4.60%--$100.07 premium on bonds
Hughbanks, Inc. 4.75-4100.10 premium on bonds
Mr. Manfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded tis t the bid of Statewide Retirement
be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from J. D. Wright, Captain, USN from
Whidbey Island Naval Air Station. The letter requested the Mayor tb participate
in the Armed Forces festivities on Saturday, May 20, 1961. He also enclosed a
proclamation for the Mayor's signature. Mr. Dickinson moved and Mr. Mansfield
seconded that the Mayor be instructed to take part in the Armed Forces festivities.
All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding
the proposed vacation of that portion of the alley in Block 6 of Seattle Syndicate
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Addition to the City of Anacortes which lies between the north line of Lots 1 and
24 of said Block extended and the south line of Government Lot 2 Section 30, Township
35 North, Range 2, East W.M., from Dorothy Bartholomew. Mr. Dickinson made a motion
that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be acdpted. A discussion followed
and Mr. Dickinson withdrew his motion. He then moved and Mr. Ness seconded that a
hearing be set on the proposed vacation for June 6, 1961 at 7:30 p.m.' in the Council
Chambers and the Clerk be instructed to publish and post same. All ayes: Motion
carried.
A. letter was read from Oliver'Hauge regarding the condition of build-
ings owned by Mr. Theo Kast at approximately 23rd and R Avenue. Mr. Hauge stated
that the buildings were in a dilapidated and -hazardous condition-and.he had informed
Mr. Kast of this condition in December of 1960 and that so far no constructive repairs
had been undertaken. The matter was referred to the City Attorney for further action.
Mr. French informed the Council that numerous property owners on 12th
Street had informed him that they wished to have curbs and gutters and extended
width on the street in conjunction with the paving to be done by the State Highway
Department. He further stated that he was going to meet with Mr. Paul McKay within
the next week and work out plans for this project. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr.
Ness seconded that the City Manager be authorized to conduct a field survey and
report back to the Council at a later date. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council that it was his recommendation that
Mr. Doug Burton be appointed to the Park Board to fill the unexpired term of
Maynard Lewis. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation
of the Mayor be accepted and the appointment be made. All ayes. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the second half of April, 1961, 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. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Dickinson that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council regarding the Coordinating Council
being set up; said Council to be made of various officials from governing bodies
within the City. It was his recommendation that Councilman Yansfield be asked
to serve on the Coordinating Council representing the City Council. Mr. Ness
moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the Council concur with the Mayor's recom-
mendation. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council that in connection with the Police
Department a traffic control study had been taken on Commercial Avenue and 12th
Street to the new ferrry terminal. It was their recommendation that speed limits
be set firom 29th Street to 12th Street and from 12th Street to the fill on Oakes
Avenue changing the speed limit from 25 to 30 MPH and from the fill to the ferX7
terminal from 35 to 40 MPH and also from 32nd Street to Brookfield Park, located
on the Hart Lake Road, from 25 to 30 MPH. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that
the City Attorney be instructed to draw up an ordinance. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French requested permission to call for construction bods on L.I.D.
No. 155. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the City Manager
be authorized to call for bids. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French requested permission to call for bids on bonds and warrants
on L.I.D. No. 155. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City
Manager be authorized to call for bids. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French requested permission to attend an Executive Committee meet-
ing of the Washington City Manager's Association on Friday, May 5, 1961, in
Seattle. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded that Mr. French be instructed
to attend. All ayes: Motion carried.
Mr. French requested permission to take a vacation from May 8th to May
12th. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that permission be granted.
All ayes. Motion carried.
Mr. Wallis Funk spoke to the Council requesting the appointment of Mr.
Gene Storms to the History Board to replace Mr. Doug Burton. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the appointment of Gene Storme to the History
Board be approved. All ayes. Motion carried. Mr. Funk further stated to the
Council that the History Board was desirous of having a museum by the time of
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Century -21.. He stated the Board had a money problem and asked the Council
to give the matter some consideration.
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the meeting adjourn at
9:11 p.m. Rollcall. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned.
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 minutes of the meeting held on May 2, 1961.
May 16, 1961
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 roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no alterations or corrections, Mr. Mansfield 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.
Mayor Strom declared the hearing on the proposed vacation of that portion
of the �Ast,; 30 .felt. of�Rol�vc�eubotni'��nor�k:�i�ae� df17tiir�t��#ndotf�es
Wofith line bf'the,allay..6f*�817*6k:'14 $ealelsoNdple Gfo#03.;ddItinnetbi=tMec'Cit
Lot 2 .: ��i,�ai1 30, lo-,:zts! ip 3, L%ur11, 2,
There being no one in the audience to speak for or
against the vacation, he ordered the hearing closed and instructed the City
Attorney to read the Ordinance. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded
that the Ordinance be adopted and given No. 1300 and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson; Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the State Highway Department regard-
ing National Highway week and enclosed was a Proclamation for the Mayor's
signature.
The City Clerk read a letter from the United States Department of
Commerce proclaiming World Trade week with an enclosed Proclamation for the
Mayor's signature.
The City Clerk read a letter from Miss Susan Kaanta, representing Girl
Scout Troop No. 27, requesting permission to plant 5 rose bushes in Causland
Park in memoriam to JoAnne Nasman. Mr. Nessmoved and Mr. Dickinson seconded
that the request be referred to the Park Board with the Council's concurrance.
All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a petition from affected citizens requesting an
investigation be made into eliminating and reducing air polution in the
Cap Sante waterbray and adjacent business district. The petition further
stated that ash and cinders resulting from the burning of wood fuel had
caused great expense to boat owners and car owners in the affected area.
The petition was addressed to the City Council, Washington State Polution
Commission and Port Commissioners. A lengthy discussion followed during
which Mr. Digby and Mr. Lewis, representatives of Scott Paper Company, spoke
to the Council regarding their compares position on this matter and after
further discussion, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the City
Attorney be instructed to check into the legal aspects of the City's involv-
ing themselves with Air polution and the City Manager have a meeting with
the Port Commission and representatives of the petitioning group on the
problem. All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that bids had been received on a two to
three ton roller for the Street Department. The bids are as follows:
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Feenaughty $3,084.00
Washington Machinery Company $5,460.00
Fray Machinery Company $3,200.00
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the low bid of Feenaughty be
accepted in the amount of $3,840.00. Roll call. Ayes% Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that one bid had been received on the Highway
mower for the Street Department to be used for cutting growth along City streets.
The bid was from the Howard Cooper Corporation in the amount of $4,823.40. Mr.
Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the bid be accepted. Roll call.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that bids had been received fora rotary mower
for the Park Department. The bids are as follows:
Maryott's
Ed Short and Company
$41o.5o
$469.50
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the low bid of Maryott's be
accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance setting forth new speed limits
in various sections of the City. (From the city limits to its intersection with
Commercial Avenue --60 MPH; From the intersection of PSH-1AN and Commercial Avenue
to 12th Street to A Avenue --30 MPH; From the intersection of 12th•Stieet and .A
Avdnue to Illinois Avenue --30 MPH; From the City limits on Hart Lake Road to 32nd
Street, thence to Commercial Avenue --30 MPH; From Oakes Avenue at the intersection
of Illinois Avenue to the south line of the property of the Anacortes Port Commission --
40 MPH). Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Ordinance be adopted
and given No. 1303 and the Mayor and Clerk be instructed to sign and publish
same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Mansfield, Dickinson, and Ford, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager requested permission to issue an interest-bearing warrant
at 4.40% on L.I.D. No. 154 to Statewide City Employees Retirement System in the
amount of $449.28 for miscellaneous preliminary costs. Mr. Mansfield moved and
Mr. Ness seconded that the interest-bearing warrant be issued. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a notice to Mr. Theo Kast regarding the condition
of his property located at approximately 23rd and R Avenue. Mr. Mansfield
moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign
the notice and the City Clerk be instructed to sedn the notice registered,
return receipt requested, and to addressee only. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council on'the newly formed Anacortes Area
Coordinating Council and requested action on the by-laws and objectives of the
Council. Mr. Dickinson moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the by-laws and object-
ives of the Council be accepted with the provision that before an. of the City's
funds are expended by the Council the City Attorney be instructed to check the
legality of such expenditures of funds. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read an agreement with Harley Sutt, DBA Rocket Sanitation
setting forth various changes in the original contract with Mr. Sutt. After a
discussion Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to sign the Agreement;
The claims against the City for the first half of May, 1961 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. Ford and seconded by Mr. Dickinson that the claims be allowed
and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council on his meeting with P. J. McKay,
State Highway Commision, regarding the improvement of 12th Street. He stated
that the State would do a thin'coat of asphaltic concrete over the area this
year and in a couple of years would undertake a complete resurfacing project.
He further stated that he had discussed with Mr. McKay the proposed. L.I.D. of
the extra width and curbs and gutters and at the present time the State Highway
crews are doing the preliminary field work. He further stated that when the
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State Highway Department would completely resurface the center strip that
they would also do a meeting of pavement on the extra width so that a smooth
surface would result.
Mr. French reported that the Lions Club had installed six trash recept-
acles on Commercial Avenue. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the
City Manager be'instructed to write a letter of thanks to the Lions Club. A11
ayes. Motion carried.
The City Manager requested permission to call for bids on re -surfacing
the roof of the City Shop located at 6th and Q Avenue. Mr. Ness moved and
Mr. Ford seconded that permission be granted. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that he was having a meeting with
B & B Plumbing and Heating and Assoctated Sand and Gravel on L.I.D. No. 154
to coordinate the work on the project.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council that he -wished to place the name of
James Rice as Councilman to replace A. I. Mustacich as Councilman in the 3rd
Ward. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Mayor's recommendation
be accepted and Mr. Rice be appointed to fill out the unexpired term of Mr.
Mustacich. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 9:26 p.m.
E. A . STROM, MAYOR
DIANE ERHOLM, CITY CLERK
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
minutes of the City Council meeting held on May 16, 1961.
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DIANE ERHOLM, CITY CLERK
June 6, 1961
A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called
to order at 7:30 p.m. with Yayor Strom presiding.
The Invocation was given by Reverend Smiley.
The City Clerk administered the oath of office to Mr. James Rice, who
is filling the unexpired term of Mr. Mustacich, councilman of the third ward.
Roll call. Ness, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
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 avail-
able at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read.
Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from Norman Samish, president of the Mount
Erie Radio Club, requesting permission to use the space at the top of Mount
Erie. for their annual field day from June 23rd through the 25th. Mr. Samish
further stated that the club would absolve the City from any damages of any act
or occurrence which might result from their use of the location. Mr. Mansfield
moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the request be granted. All ayes.
Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids have been received on
the construction of L.I.D. 155. The bids are as follows:
Marine Asphalt $10,924.95
Associated Sand & Gravel $11,337.55
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Savage Roofing Company --One layer 90# Fiberglass Perma-Cap sheet
applied over the basic roofing. Add $490.
Jim Knudeson, doing business in representing the Texas Refinery
Corporation in the amount of #368.23.
Mr. Knudeson further stated that there will be a seven-year guarantee for the
materials. A lengthy discussion followed in which the matter of the fact that
Mr. Knudeson had neglected to include a labor cost in the bid was discussed and
Mr. French stated that he had contacted Mr. Knudeson and Mr. Knudeson had indeed
forgotton to include the labor cost in his bid, but that he would do the work for
the price quoted in the bid. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mess seconded that the bid
of Jim Knudeson, representing the Texas Refinery Corporation, with the stipula-
tion that Mr. Knudeson sign a contract that the complete work would be done for
this price and that his seven-year guarantee would be honored on the job. Roll
call. Ayes. Ness, Rice, Ford, Strom. Abstaining: Dickinson, No: Mansfield.
Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had received on the sale
of the old jail cell, located at 5th and 0, the bid is as follows:
Nat Goldthorpe Junk Compamy $100.00
Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the bid of Nat Goldthorpe Junk
Company be accepted. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Manager requested permission to issue an interest-bearing warrant
on L.I.D. 154 fund #2 to Statewide City Employees Retirement System in the amount
of $6,000 at 4.40% cover their good -faith deposit check. Mr. Ford moved and Mr.
Mansfield seconded that the interest-bearing warrant be issued. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,.and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council on the progress.to,date on L.I.D. 154
and stated that progress payment was now due B & B Plumbing for L.I.D. 154, Mr.
Rice moved and Mr. Ness seconded that an interest-bearing warrantsin the amount
of $20,950.20 at 4.40$ be issued to Statewide Retirement. Roll call. All ayes.
Motion carried.
Mr. French presented to the Council with the progress payment to B & B Plumbing
on the additions to the Central Filter Plant. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness
seconded that the amount of $10,009.40 be paid B & B Plumbing. Roll call. All
ayes. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented to the Council with a change order to B & B Plumbing in
the amount of $955.00. The change order was applicable to the electrical instal-
lation at the Plant. It was the feeling of the consulting engineers that while
this was an additional cost to the project the lowering of the power costs would
in one year's time would make up for this expenditure. Discussion followed, and
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that an itemized -unit cost break-
down of the change order be submitted and that the future change orders be accom-
panied by an itemized -unit cost listing and that the City Manger be instructed
to use his discrssion regarding the acceptance of this change order after study-
ing the itemized -unit breakdown. Roll call. All ayes. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the second half of May, 1961 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. Mansfield and Mr. Rice seconded tia t the claims be allowed and warrants
be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Rice, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom informed the Council that there was a need for Pro -Tem due to
the fact that the last Mayor Pro -Tem, Mr. Mustacich, was no longer with the Council.
Mr. Dickinson nominated Mr. Ness. Mr. Ness declined. Mr. Ness nominated Mr. Ford.
Mr. Mansfield seconded that nomination. Mr. Dickinson moved that the nominations
be closed and the Clerk be instructed to cast a unanimous ballot and elect Mr.
Ford for Mayor Pro -Tem. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom appointed an assistant Pro -Tem to serve in the Mayor's and the
Mayor Pro-Tem's absence. This person being Mr. Ted Ness, the Council approved
his actions. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom submitted to the Council the name of Mr. Loren Welch to fill the
unexpired term of Mr. William Little on the Board of Adjustment. Mr. Ness moved
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and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the recommendation of Mayor Strom be accepted
and that Mr. Welch be appointed to the Board of Adjustment. All ayes. Motion
carried.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council that the new fire truck had arrived and
was ready to be put into use.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting be adjourned at 8:46 p.m. All ayes. Motion
carried. Meeting adjourned.
E. A. STROM, MAYCR
DIANE ERHOLM, CITY CLERK
I;C 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 minutes of
the City Council meeting held on June 6, 1961.
DIANE ERHOLM, C CLERK
June 20, 1961
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 Davenport.
Roll call. Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
The minutes of the previous -meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Mr. Mansfield 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 Clerk read a letter from West Coast Telephone Company in which
they stated their interest in purchasing the City property adjacent to their
building at approximitely 5th and 0 Avenue. The letter stated the area would
be used for storage purposes and would be properly fenced. A discussion followed
and the Mayor referred the request to the Planning Commission.
The City Clerk read a letter from Robert S. Benjamin, Chairman of the
United States Committee for the United Nations. He requested the Mayor issue
a proclamation for the Untted Nations' Day, October 24, 1961 and requested the
Mayor select a leading citizen to be United Nations Chairman. A discussion
followed and the Mayor referred the letter to the AAUW Chapter in Anacortes.
The City Clerk read a petition from the effected property owners request-
ing the vacation of the alley in Block 11 of Seattle Syndicate Addition. The
petition was referred to the Planing Commission.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had been in contact
with Mr. Jim Knudeson, representing the Texas Refinery Corporation, who
stated he would not sign a guarantee contract for the re -roofing of the shop
roof. Mr. French stated that the only other bid received was from Savage
Roofing and that he had contacted Mr. Savage and that Mr. Savage would be
able to give the City a seven-year @uarantee. A discussion followed. Mr.
Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the bid of Savage Roofing in the
amount of $765.00 be accepted and that the City Manager be instructed to contact
Mr. Savage and secure ffom him the longest possible guarantee'on the roof.
Roll call. All ayes.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the City Water Department
was unable to replace the necessary services on 8th Street in the time
allotted before paving started and that he had received quotations from
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various firms on the cost of replacing water services on 8th Street. He
further stated that B & B Plumbing & Heating had stated the best price
quotation and that he had engaged them to install water services providing
it met with Council approval. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that
the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and B & B Plumbing & Heating
continue with the installation of water services in 8th Street. Roll call.
All ayes.
The City Manager requested permission to call for bids for a duplicating
machine for the City Clerk's Office. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded
that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids on the machine. Roll call
All ayes.
Mr. French presented the change order on the filter plant additions from
A & B Plumbing & Heating that had been requested at the last Council meeting.
The change order was accepted and ordered placed on file.
The City Attorney read an ordinance authorizing the transfer of $7,948.00
from Firemen's Relief and Pension Fund to Current Expense Fund to pay for the
new fire truck. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the ordinance
be adopted and given No. 1303 and Mayor Strom and the City Clerk be authroized
to sign and publish same. Roll call. All ayes.
The claims against the City for the first half of June, 1961 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. Antonius and Mr. Ness seconded that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes.
Patrolman Peter Dragovich was in the audience and spoke to the Council
regarding the proposed schedule of working hours requehted by the personnel of
the Polic Department. Mr. French informed Mr. Dragovich that the matter would
be discussed at budget time.
Mr. French reported to the Council that he had been in contact with effected
property owners in the Cap Sante area and that they were desirous in establishing
a local improvement district on V Avenue from 5th Street to Guemes Channel, 3rd
Street East of V Avenue Phadoda Place and East Park Drive, 5th Street from V
to East Park Drive. Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the City
Engineering Department be instructed to conduct a survey on the affected pro-
perty and report back to the Council. Roll call. All ayes.
Mr. French reported to the Council that a representative of the State
Department of Health had visited the area regarding the air polution problem
and at the present time the Polution Commission was setting up fall -out stations
to measure fall out and would have a report at a later date.
Mr. French reported to the Council that he had a communication from the
State Highway Department and that the bids for resurfacing of 12th Street and
Oakes Avenue would be opened on June 27, 1961.
. Mr. French reported that he had met with a representative of the Housing
and Home Finance Agency regarding an urban renewal program for Anacortes. A
discussion followed and the City Engineer was instructed to contact the Housing
and Home Finance Agency and set up a meeting for the City Council and the
members of the Anacortes Coordinating Council.
Mr. French reported that he had a request from Tommy Thompson to install
and operate a 16 -gauge railway locomotive from the ferry terminal to Washington
Park. He stated that he had contacted Great Northern and that Great Northern
had not as yet made a decision regadding their railroad track along the effected
area•as to keeping the tracks in workable order.
Councilman Ford reported to the Council on the recent Association of Washington
Cities convention'held in Seattle. He gave a complete resumes of topics discussed.
Councilman Mansfield asked about the weed abatement ordinance and if it
was being enforced. A discussion followed and Mr. French stated he would have
the Fire Cheif check into the problem. He also recommended that the matter be
studied further at budget time.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 9:36 p.m. All ayes.
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DIA1� ERHCZM, ITY CLERK
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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 minutes of
the City Council meeting held on June 20, 1961.
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DIANE ERHOLM, CITY CLERK
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July 5, 1961
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 roll was called with Ness, Antoniue, Rice, Ford, Mansfield 'and Strom
present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mr. 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.
The City Clerk read a copy of a letter from the State Highway Commission
setting the various speeds for vehicular traffic%;within the corporate limits
of the City of Anacortes as outlined in Ordinance 1301. The letter was
oedered placed on file.
The City Clerk read a letter from Steven Dunthorne tendering his resig-
nation as a member of the Planning Commission. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness
seconded that the resignation be accepted with regret and that a letter be
sent to Mr. Dunthorne expressing their gratitude for his service on the
Planning Commission.
The City Clerk read a letter from Arthur Carlson tendering his resignation
as a member of the Planning Commission. Mrs.'Antonius moved and Mr. Rice
seconded that the resignation be accepted with regret and that a letter be
sent to Mr. Carlson thanking him for his long years of service on the
Planning Commission.
The City Manager presented the Council with a progress payment to B & B
Plumbing & Heating for the construction of the additions to the Central Filter
Plant in the amount of $18,242.68. Mr. Ride moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded
that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and that a warrant be
drawn in favor of B & B Plumbing & Heating in the amount of $18,242.68.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion
carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with progress payment #2 due B & B
Plumbing at this time on Local Improvement District 154 in the amount of
$5,586.77. He stated he had checked the progress to date and it was his
recommendation that the progress payment #2 to B & B be allowed. He also
presented the Council with miscellaneous costs of L.I.D. 154 in the amount
of $38.09 and recommended that these claims be paid. Mr. Mansfield moved
and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted
and that an interest bearing warrant dated July 5, 1961, No. 4 on L.I.D. 154
fund, be issued Statewide Retirement in the amount of $5,624.86 at 4.40%.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that it was necessary to issue an
interest bearing warrant of L.I.D.155 to Hughbanks Incorporated at an interest
of 5.5% in the amount of $500.00 to replace the good -faith deposit check on
file in the Clerk's Office. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the
interest bearing warrant, No. 1, dated July 5, 1961, on the L.I.D. 155 fund
at an interest rate of 5.5% be issued. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Rice, Ford, and Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
July 5, 1961 continued
Mr. French presented the Council with progress payment #1, first and final
payment, to Marine Asphalt on L.T.D. 155 and stated that he had checked the
work to date and that payment was due to this time. He also presented miscellan-
eous costs for the project L.I.D. 155 in the amount of $112.40. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted
and an interest bearing warrant on L.I.D. 155 fund dated July 5, 1961 be issued
at an interest rate of 5.5%. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented the Council with a payment due B & B Plumbing & Heating
in the amount of $1,982.32 for relocation of water services on 8th Street. Mr.
Rice moved and Mr. Ness seconded that a warrant be drawn in favor of B & B Plumb-
ing & Heating. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Mansfield and
Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. Freachpresented the Council with a water line replacement payment due
B & B Plumbing in conjunction with L.I.D. 155 in the amount of $3,546.55 due B & B
Plumbing at this time. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendation
of the City Manager be accepted and warrant be drawn. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Rice, Antonius, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented the Council with a progress payment due B & B Plumbing
on Sanitary Sewer work done in Gond unction with L.I.D. 154 in the amount of $7,101.:76
Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation of the City
Manager be accepted and a warrant be drawn. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Rice, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the 2nd half of June, 1961, was read to the
Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor refered them to the Finance
Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by
Mr. Mansfield and seconded by Mr. Dickinson that the claims be allowed and warrant_
be drawn in favor of same. All ayes. Motion carried.
The Financial Report for the month of May was accepted and ordered placed
on file.
The City Manager requested permission to call for bids on the Conveyor belt
located at the Rock Crushing Plant at an estimated cost of $700.00. Mr. Ness
moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the recommendation be accepted and the City
Manager be authorized to call for bids. Roll call. All ayes.
Mr. French reported to the Council that he had been in communication with
the State Highway Department and that they were desirous of the City calling for
bids for the relocation of our water lines of the Swinomish Slough. He stated
the State would pay all costs involved in the relocation in that area except the
cost of the City replacing some of the existing 24" water line with 36" line,
Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the City act as the agent of the
State Highway Department in the calling for bids in the relocation of the water
line and that it be understood that the City be in no way held liable. Roll
call. All ayes.
Mr. French reported to the Council that it was time for another actuarial
survey on the Firements Relidf and Pension Fund. He stated that he had received
a quotation from one firm for $600.00 but he had recent information from the
Association of Washington Cities that a survey could be made for around $300.00.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the City Manager be instructed to
check into the matter of securing an actuarial survey of the Firemen's Relief
and Pension Fund for $300.00 or less. Roll call. All ayes.
Councilman Mansfield reported to the Council that the Anacortes Coordinating
Council had two changes of the bylaws and wished the Council's concurrence on the
changes. The changes are as follows: That any action taken by the Anacortes
Coordinating Council must be ratified by the group voting delegate represents
and that the County Commissioner of the first Commissioner's District who is
present ihnan es -officio member be made a full voting member. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Ness seconded that the Council concur of the two changes in the bylaws
of the Anacortes Coordinating Council.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 8:36 p.m.
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 minutes of the meeting held on July 5, 1961.
liRHOLM, CYCLER
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July 18, 1961
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 roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due
to the fact that each Councilman had a copy for study and that copies were avail-
able 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 a
duplicating machine for the City Clerks Office. The bids are as follows:
Cypress Stationers $450.00 plus tax
Blackburn Office Equipment $450.00 plus tax
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the bid be awarded to Cypress
Stationers. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motion carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that bids had been received for the con-
veyor belting for the City Gravel Pit. The bids are as followsl
Pacific Hoist & Derrick Company $5.75 per foot -Total --$747.50
Feenaughty Machinery Company $5.30 per foot $609.00
Goodall Rubber Company $4.30 per foot $559.00
Cox Machinery Company $3.92 per foot $509.60
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the bid of Cox Machinery Company
for $509.60 be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that bids had been received for the 14th
Street Storm Sewer Construction. The bids are as follows:
B & B Plumbing & Heating $9,610.00
Lester W. Sharpe $6,471.21
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the bid of Lester Sharpe be
accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that T. V. System, Incorporated, of Seattle, had
applied for a franchise to install a television cable in Anacortes, Mr. John
Munson, president of the firm, spoke from the audience and explained to the
Council their plans for this project. He stated it was their plant to locate
part of the installation on Mount Erie in the fenced area now occupied by the
Air Force. He stated he had been in contact with the Corpos of Engineers
regarding thWc..possibility of locating on this site. He also stated that he
was negotiating with a property owner located near Mount Erie in attempting
to secure a right-of-way easement on the lower end of the existing power line
to Mount Erie. Discussion follbwdd:•and the matter was refered to a study meet-
ing and report back to the Council.
The Clerk read a letter from Driftmier & Driftmier, Attorneys at law,
on behalf of Charles A. Hopke requesting permisbion to place a water service
over and across the certain platted streets and alleys within the plat of
Baring Addition to Anacortes, The description of the property is as follows:
The area involved represents the streets and alleys adjoining Lots 1906,
1907 and 1908, Baring Addition and the center line of said pipe line will
lie approximately on the following described line:
Commencing at a point of intersection with a line two feet
Southwest of and parallel to the Easterly line -;of Lot 8,
Block 1906, Baring Addition and projection thereof with the
City water main in what is commonly known as Oakes Avenue,
although truly 3rd Street West in the City of Anacortes;
thence Southeasterly along said line crossing Lot 8 of said
Block 1906, thereupon on a similar projection crossing the
alley between Block 1906 and 1907; then contintLing upon said
projected line across 4th Street West to the point of inter-
section of said line with Block 1908, Baring Addition.
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Mr. Hopke spoke from the audience and explained to the Council that the meter would
be placed on Oakes Avenue. He stated this line would run near the airport site and
would service the airport. Mr. Hopke stated he would maintain the line from the
meter to his property. Councilman Ford informed Mr. Hopke that he must be aware of
the fact that he could not sell water to people from his intefidddc: 2" line. Mr.
Hopke stated he understood that. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that
the request be granted providing the construction of the line met with Water
Department specifications. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford,
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. Don McKee and Mr. Paul Luvera spoke from the audience regarding the pos-
sibility of the Council including the the proposed L. I. D. on Cap Sante the area
up to the Park on top of Cap Sante. They stated that Mr. Ben Driftmier, Sr.,
executor of the Gus Henslor estate, had stated that there was approximately
$6,500.00 available in the estate to provide for an improvement in one of the
existing parks in the City. Mr. Luvera stated that Mr. Driftmier had Informed
him that $6,500.00 would be available to use at the Cap Sante site when the City
stated that they would improve the road. Mr. French informed the Council that
the estimated cost of the project would be approximately $6,500.00. The matter
was refered for study..
Mr. Wilfred Amble, representing Stevens & Thompson, Consult1bg Engineers,
presented the study.of the Domestic Water Distribution System, requested by the
Council, and explained the various recommendations included in the report. The
study of the Distribution System was accepted:
The City Attorney read a proposed resolution extending the employment of John
Duckett, who will reach retirement age November 22, 1961, for a eperiod of one
year. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the resolution be adopted and
the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Rice, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motinn carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that a request had been received fram
KAGT for a dance license to hold dances in the basement of the City Hall. Mr.
Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the request begranted when a letter
of application was received from KAGT and the necessary fees paid. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the 1st half of July, 1961 were read to the
Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor refered them to the Finance
Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by
Mrs. Antonius and seconded by Mr. Dickinson that the claims be allowed and warrants
be drawn in favor of same. All ayes. Motion carried.
The Financial Report for the month of June was accepted and ordered placed
on file.
The City Manager requested permission to deposit certain funds in the new
Bank of Anacortes. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the Treasurer
be authorized to proceed with the arrangements to have the Bank of Anacortes names
as a depository for the City of Anacortes. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice,
Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French reported to the Council that State law requdxed that once in every
five-year period an actuarial survey be made of the Firemen's Relief and Pension
Fund. He stated he had gotton quotations from the following two firms:
March & McLennan Cosgrove & CompayW $600.00
Milliman & Robertson $350.00
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the quotation of Milliamn & Robertson
be accepted and that they be instructed to proceed with the actuarial survey. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Mansfield and Stroj. Motion carried.
Mr. French reported that the Lions Club had requested permission to clear the
bush and install a picnic table at the north end of Little Cranberry Lake. Mr.
Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the request be granted with the
approval of the Park Board. All ayes.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council that he had the following names to place
in nomination to the Planning Commission to fill the unexpired terms of Arthur
Carlson and Steven Dunthorne, who had resigned. Mayor Strom presented the
Council with the name of Ken Sherman to fill out the unexpired term of Arthur
Carlson and of E. W. Purcell to fill the unexpired term of Steven Dunthorne.
Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the recommendation of the Mayor
be accepted.
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Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjournedaat 9:45 p.m.
DIIi ER LMS IC Tr CLERK
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August 1, 1961
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 Ford presiding.
The roll was called with Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield
present.
The minutes of the previous meeting Were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that
due to the fact that each Councilman had a cfor study and that copies were
available at the City Clerk's Office upon req est, the minutes be approved as
if read. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield.
Motion carried.
Mr. Douglas Burton was in the audience and presented the Council with a
letter requesting permission to construct a planter at his property in the 1700
block on 9th Street. He stated that through inadvertance an his part, the planter
was already in the process of being constructed and that it was extending to the
edge of the sidewalk. The letter further stated that if at any time the Council
would deem it necessary for the welfare of the traveling public to cause the
planter to be removed, the planter would be removed immediately. Mr. Vinton
Rogers, Building Inspector, spoke to the Council and stated to the Council that
the planter was approximately five or six feet on City property. Mr. Mansfield
moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that Mr. Burton's request be granted, but stated
that at the Couboills discression, the planter could be removed. Roll call. Ayes:
Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion carried.
Mr. James Cleary, a representative of the State Highway Department, was in
the audience and spoke to the Council regarding the proposed water line relocation
from the Swinomish Channel to the Refinery Junction. He stated that the Bureau
of Public Roads' position was that the City woul d receive credit, -for the life of
r21 -.):,s in place; this would be approximately nine years. He further stated that
\if'the City desired to leave the existing pipe at 2CV, the State would replace all
the pi a at no cost to the City. However, as it was the Cityts desire to replace
this 2 " pipe with 36" pipe, there would be an estimated cost of $8,000.00 involved
He further stated that a formal agreement was in the process of being prepared
between the City of Anacortes and the State Highway Department for the relocation
of the water line. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the State
Highway Department be instructed to prepare the agreement for the relocation of
the water line using 36" pipe instead of 24" pipe. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius,
Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from John Monson, President of T. V. Systems, Inc.,
regarding the proposed television antenna franchise. The letter was accompanied
by an application for an exclusive franchise. A discussion followed; and the
City Manager was instructed to communicate with Mr. Monson and request his appear-
ance before the Council before taking any action.
The Clerk read•a letter from the Corpes of Engineers regarding the Mount Erie
Gap Filler Annex. The letter stated that the following improvements would be
left on the premises and that title thereto would be transfered to the City for
the amount of $750.00. The improvements are as follows:
1. Gap Fillter building (Communications Building)
2. Fuel Oil Storage Tank
3. Security Fence
4. The Radar Tower Supports
5. That portion of the Primary Electrical Distribution line
lying on the City -owned land, poles,and one Transformer
6. Mis dilansous Uti4llies
The letter further stated that cancellations of lease and supplemental agree-
ments transferring improvements to lessor were enclosed and requested signature
of the Mayor and City Clerk. Mr. Mansfield a moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded
that the agreements be signed by the Mayor and City Clerk and that the City pay
the Corps of Engineers $750.00 Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson,
Ford, and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the proposed
alley vacation in Block 11, Seattle Syndicate Addition, The recommendation of the
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Planning Commission was that the vacation be allowed(;. Mr. Mansfield moved and
Mrs. Antonius seconded that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be
accepted and that a hearing date on the vacation be set as of September 5, 1961.
Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from Safeway Stores, Incorporated, requesting the
vacation of that portion of the alley lying between Lots 5-10 and 11-16, Block
382 City of Anacortes, Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the
request be refered to the Planning Cammission. All ayes.
The City Manager presented to the Council progress payment #1 due Associated
Sand & Gravel for the roadway work, Proposal (A), in the amount of $25,324.02;
and progress payment #3, Proposal (B), due B & B Plumbing & Heating on L. I. D. 154
on the storm sewer construction, in the amount of $5,549.99. He stated he had
checked the progress to date and it was his recommendation that the progress
payment #1, Proposal (A), due Associated Sand & Gravel and progress payment 0,
Proposal (B), due B & B Plumbing & Heating be allowed. He also presented the
Council with miscellaneous costs of L.I.D. 15'4 In the amount of $19.89 and
recommended that these claims be paid. Mr. R e moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded
that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and that an.interest
bearing warrant dated August 1, 1961, No. 5 on L.I.D. 154 fund, bess�ed State-
wide Retirement in the amount of $30,893.90 at 4.40%. Roll call. yds: Antonius,
Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield.,. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented to the Council progress payment due Sharpe & Nelson
at this time for the storm sewer extension construction on 314th Street in the
amount of $5,083.03. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Rice seconded that the recom-
mendation of the City Manager be accepted and a warrant, dated August 1, 1961,
be drawn to Sharper & Nelson in the amount of $5,083.03: Roll call. Ayes:
Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with miscellaneous costs on L.I.D.
155 in the amount of $22.51. Mrs. Antonius moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded
that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and an interest bearing
warrant, No. 18, on L.I.D. 155 fund dated August 1, 1961 be issued to Hughbanks,
Incorporated at an interest rate of 5.5$. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice,
Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented to the Council with progress payment due B & B
Plumbing & Heating for the construction of the lime treatment additions to the
Central Filter Plant in the amount of $14,868.97• Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson
seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and that a warrant
be drawn in favor of B & B Plumbing & Heating in the amount of $14,868.97. Roll
call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented to the Council progress payment due Eiford and Sather
for the jail cell additions at the Police Station in the amount of $3,495.74. Mr.
Dickinson moved and Mr. Rice seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager
be accepted and a warrant be drawn in favor of Eiford and Sather in the amount of
$3,495.74. Roll can. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield.
Motion carried.
The City Manager presented to the Council progress payment #2 due B & B
Plumbing & Heating at this time on the water line construction in conjunction with
L.I.D. 154 in the amount of $2,113.90. He stated he had checked the progress to
date and it was his recommendation that progress payment #2 to B & B Plumbing
& Heatink;be allowed. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recom-
mendation of the City Manager be accepted and warrant be drawn in the amount of
$2,113.90. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield.
Motion carried.
Mayor Pro -Tem Ford appointed Councilman Rice to serve on the Finance Com-
mittee in the absence of Councilman Ness.
The claims against the City for the 2nd half of July, 1961 were read to the
Council and upon hearing no objections the Mayor Pro Tem refered them to the
Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was
made by Mrs. Antonius and seconded by Mr. Dickinson that the claims be allowed
and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice,
Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motinn carried.
The City Manager requested permission to call for bids on the following items:
Lime (for the Central Filter Plant)
Electric Fork Truck
The painting of the 36" Water Pipe from the Swinomish
Channel Section to Sharpers Corner Section.
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at*an estimated cost of between $2,500.00 and $3,000.00. Mr. Dickinson moved
and Mr. Rice seconded that the request of the City Manager be accepted and the
City Manager be authorized to call for bids. Roll call. byes: Antonius, Dice,
Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion carried.
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the meeting be adjourned
at 8:40 p.m.
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
minutes of the meeting held on August 1, 1961.
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August 15, 1961
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.
Invocation was read by Reverend Boyd.
The Roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford and Strom persent.
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 avail-
able at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
• The Clerk read a letter from Mrs. L. C. Weekley, in which she requested the
release of a 101 strip of property in section 30, the easterly extension of 39th
Street, between "T" and "U" Avenue. The `City Manager sexplained that this pro-
perty had been used for the placement of a water line, which has since been
abandoned. Mayor Strom refered the request to the Planning Commission.
The Clerk read a letter from Mrs. A. W. Andrews, general chairman of the
Orthopedic Charity Ball committee, requesting exemption of the admission tax
on the proceeds of the Ball. Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that
the Clerk be instructed to inform the Orthopedic Auxiniary that there would
be no charge for admission tax for this dance or for any in the future. Roll
call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that two bids had been received
to paint two sections of the exposed water line. The bids are as follows:
Ivan Gilliland $2s445.00
Sam Sass $1,999.55
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the lora bid of Sam Sass be accepted.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford and Strom. Motinn carried.
Mr. Ness requested the City Manager to look into the possibility of
cutting the Canadian thistles, which are presently growing along the Hater line
near the Similk Beach golf course.
The City Attorney read a proposed resolution stating the Assessment Roll
for L.I.D. 155 was complete and on file in the Clerk's office, and setting a
hearing on the final assessment roll for September 19, 1961. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Rice seconded that the Resolution be adopted and given No. 42 and Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign and the Clerk be authorized to send applicable
notices to affected property owners and publish same according to statute.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
Due to the absence of Councilman Mansfield, Mayor Strom appointed Mrs.
Antonius to serve on the Finance Committee.
The claims against the City for the 1st half of August, 1961 were read to
the Council and upon hearing no objections the Mayor refered them to the Finance
Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by
Mr. Rice and seconded by Mr. Ness that the claims be allowed and warrants be
drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford and Strom.
Motion carried.
August 15, 1961 continued
The City Manager reported to the Council that inconjunction with the recent
Water Distribution Survey, conducted by the Consulting Engineers firm, Stevens &
Thompson, the first phase would be the construction of approximately 240 lineal
feet of line to bypass the old filter plant. He stated this would eliminate the
leakage in the old line in the filter plant. �-
._stimated cost of this project is
$5,600.00 with the Engineering costs of $750.00. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Ness
seconded that the City Manager be instructed to contact Stevens & Thompson to
proceed with the design of the project. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Rice, Ford and Strom. Motion cax,Aed.
Mr. French reported to the Council that the work on L. I. D. 155 was complete
and that it was his recommendation that the project be accepted by the Council.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager
be accepted and that the Local Improvement District 155 construction project be
accepted. Roll call. A11 ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford and Strom. Motion
carried.
' The City Manager gave a brief report on the progress of the paving projects
and the filter plant additions.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
DIA d'/RgHql' , C L
September 5, 1961.
A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called to
order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom (17siding.
The roll was called with Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom present.
Mr. Ken Sherman, representing Puget Sound Power & Light, spoke to the Council
regarding the possibility of his company being allowed a 90 -day option on the build-
ing located on Mount Erie for the purpose of conducting tests to determine whether
or not the area would be feasible to be used as a repeater station for microwave
and the testing of the frequency for dispatching mobile units. The City Attonney
stated that before the City could give permission in the matter, Puget Sound
should contact the Kiwanis Club and the Er�t•Lte of Gus Henslor. Mr. Mansfield moved
and Mr. Ford seconded that informal tentative approval be given subject to the
legal qualificai43 s and to desolve the City of arjy liability incurred; and that
after the tests we conducted, Puget Sound Power & Light was to formally ask
the City of Anacortes for a lease. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission re0arding the request
for a vacation of the alley in Block 38, lyin between Lots,5)and 10 and 11 and
16. The recommendation s are as follows: (1f That proper access through alley
must be provided for vehicles serving other businesses on the block. (2) That
the Anacortes Traffic Advisory Group study the traffic patterns of said park-
ing loss and vicinity traffic problems prior to vacation of said all,- (3)
That suggested entrances and exits of parking loss be located on lOth-Areet.
(4) That the remaining alley portion be suitably sight screened. Mr. Ford
moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation of the Planning Com-
mission be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution setting the hearing date on the proposed
vacation of alley in Block 38, lying between Lots 5 and 10 and 11 and 16, for
October 3, 1961. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the resolution
be accepted and a hearing date of October 3, 1961 be set and Clerk be instructed
to post notices as per statutes. All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the
proposed sale or trade of property owned by L. C. Weekley. The Planning Com-
mission recommendad that due to the fact that the 101 strip of property involved
is ofo planned use to the City, it was their recommendation that the City
negot to with Mr. Weekley to trade this property for property owned by him
abutt Hillcrest Drive.. Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antnnius seconded that the
City Manager negotitate with Mr. Weekley regarding the proposed trade of pro-
perty and the Engineering Department be instructed to ascertan the correct line
on Hillcrest Drive and that the City Manager report back to the Council on the
negotiated price. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson,.Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motion carried.
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September 5, 1961 continued
The City Manager presented the Council the Preliminary B dO t for 1962
and made a brief explanatory statement. Mr. L. J. McKibbon,presentative of
the Washington State Council of City Employees, spoke and requested that _ r
future negotiations of salary increases, would it be possible for him t h e
an advance copy of the Budget. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconds hat
the Preliminary Budget for 1962 be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dick-
inson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom then turned the meeting over to Mayor Prig -Tem Ford and Mayor
Pro -Tem Ford stated that the hearing on the proposed vacation of the,. alley
in B3,ok 31 of Seattle Syndicate Addition be open and those wishing to spak
for or against the proposed vacation would be heard at this time. There being
no one in the audience who wished to speak on the proposed vacation, Mayor
Pro -Tem declared the hearing closecd and instructed the Clerk to read the
proposed ordinance. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the
Ordinance beadopted and given No. 1304 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to sign same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield.
Abstained: Strom. Motinn carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received for
lime to be used for water treatment at the filter plant. The bids are as follows:
Mount Vernon Sand & Gravel $37.98 per ton
Great Wester Chemical $35.75 per ton
Van Waters & Rogers $30.95 per ton
The City Manager recommended that the low bid of Van WateTs)& Rogers be accepted.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the recommendation of the City
Manager be accepted and the bid of Van Waters & Rogers be accepted in the amount
of $30.95 per ton. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motinn carried.
The City Attorney read a prpposed agreement relative to the State Highway
Department participation in the City's cost for reloation of water facilities
in connection with the proposed construction of Primary State Highway No. IAN,
Junction of Secondary State Highway No. 1-D to Swinomish Slough. A discussion
followed and the City Manager stated that he had negotiations with the State
and that their was now possibility that the City's costs would not be as great
as had anticipated. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the
agreement be aceepted and that Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same.
Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson,,Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented to the Council Progress Payment #2 for L.I.D. 154 to
Associated Sand & Gravel in the amount of $27,790.33. He stated he had,ceecked
the work involved and that it is his recommendation that payment be allowed.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation of the City
Manager be accepted and that an interest bearing warrant of $27,790.33, No. 6
at an interest rate of 4.40%, be issued Statewide Retirement, dated September
5, 1961. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motion carried.
Mr. French presented the Council with miscellaneous costs on L.IDWA54
in the amount of $75.43. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that
an interest bearing warrant of 4.40%, No. 7 dated September 5, 1961, be issued
Statewide Retirement in the amount of $75.43. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented miscellaneous costs on L.I.D. 155 of $609.86. Mr.
Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that two warrants No. 19 and No. 20 at
an interest rate of 5.50%, dated September 5, 1961 be issued Hughbanks, Inc.
Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion
carried.
Mr. French presented the Progress Payment due B & B Plumbing & Heating on
the Lime Treatment Addition to the Central Filter Plant in the amonnt of
$12,767.71. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation
of the City Manager be accepted and that a warrant of $12,767.71, dated Septembe
5, 1961, be isseed to B & B Plumbing & Heatng. Rolll cal. Ayes: Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution transfering the sum of $435.49 from, the
Street Paving Escrow Fund to the City Street Fund. Mr. Ford moved and Mrs.
Antonius seconded that the resolution be adopted and the City Treasurer be
instructed to make such transfer. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
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September 5, 1961.
Mayor Strom appointed Mrs. Antonius to serve on the Finance Committee as
Councilman Ness was absent from the meeting.
The claims against the City for the 2nd half of August, 1961 was read to
the Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor refered them to the Finance
Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by
Mr. Dickinson and seconded by Mrs. Antonius that the claims be allowed and warratnts
be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The Financial Report for the month of July was accepted and ordered placed
on file.
The City Manager reported to the Council that in conjunction with the study
of the Water Distribution System made by the City's Consulting Engineers firm
of Stevens & Thompson, it was his recommendation that the City retain the firm
of McLean & Comparq to study the City's Water Rates and to determine the feasi-
bility of a revenue bond issue. The City Attorney read the proposed contract
agreement and Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign contract. Roll call. Antonius, Dickinson, Ford
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency ordinance regarding the purchase
by the City of improvements on Mount Erie in the amount of $750.00. Mr. Mansfield
moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the Clerk be instructed to publish to proposed
ordinance in the City's official newspaper and that the ordinance be brought
up at the next Council meeting. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed clerk of the City of Anacortes, Washington do
hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and co rect copy of the City Council
minutes of the meeting held on September 5, 1961.
September 15, 1961 (Amended minutes of Council Meeting September 5, 1961)
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 roll was called with Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom=
present. '\
Mr. Ken Sherman, representing Puget Sound Power & Light, spo'.lke to the Council
regarding the possibility of his company being allowed a 90 -day option on the build-
ing located on Mount Erie for the purpose of conducting tests to determine whether
or not the area would be feasible to be used as a repeater station for microwave
and the testing of the frequency for dispatching mobile units. The City Attorney
stated that before the City could give permission in the matter, Puget Sound should
contact the Kiwanis Club and the Estate of Gus Henslor. Mr. Mandfield moved and
Mr. Ford seconded that informal tentative approval be given subdect to the legal
qualifications and to desolve the City of amy liability incurred; and that 6-'Aer
the tests were conducted, Puget Sound Power & Light was to formally ask the'6'ity
of Anacortes for a lease. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, and
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the request for
a vacation of the alley in Block 38, lying between Lots 5 and 10 and 11 and 16.
The recommendations are as follows: (1) That proper access through alley must
be provided for vehicles serving other businesses on the block. (2) That the
Anacortes Traffic Advisory Group study the traffic patterns of said parking
lots and vicinity traffic problems prior to vacw.t)ion of said alley. (3) That
suggested entrances and exits of parking lots be located on 10th Street. (4)
That the remaining alley portion be suitably sight screened. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be
accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution setting the hearing date on the proposed
vacation of alley in Blcok 38, lying between Lots 5 and 10 and 11 and 16, for
October 3, 1961. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the resolution
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be accepted and a hearing date of October 3, 1961 be set and Clerk be instructed
to post notices as per statute. All ayes. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Planing Commission regarding the pro-
posed sale or trade of property owned by L. C. Weekley. The Planning Commission
recommended that due to the fact that the 101 strip of property involved is of no
planned use to the City, it was their recommendation that the City negotitate with
'. Mr. Weekley to trade this property for property owned by him abutting Hillcrest
Drive. Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius, seconded that the City Manager negotiate
with Mr. Weekley regarding the proposed trade of property and the Engineering
Department be instructed to ascertain the corect line on Hillcrest Drive and
that the City Manager report back to the Council on the negotiated price. Roll
call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the request
of West Coast Telephone Company to puncease the two lots adjacent to their office
building at 5th and "0" Avenue. The recommendation was that the fence on the
north property line be set back 10 feet from the property line and 5 feet set
back from the west property line. The fence to be 0 feet in height and of a
Cyclone Rustic type and that adequate sight screening and landscaping be required.
A lengthy discussion followed and Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that
the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted and that a hearing
date on this proposed purchase of property be set on October 3, 1961, so that
affected property owners could appear before the Council and discuss the matter,
and that the Manager be instructed to negotiate on the price for the property
and report back to the Council. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council the Preliminary Budget for 1962 and
made a brief explanatory statement. Mr. L. J. McKibbon, representative of the
Washington State Council of City Employees, spoke and requested that for fu: -nate
negotiations of salary increases, would it be possible for him to have an advance
copy of the Budget. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the Prelim-
inary Budget for 1962 be accepted. Roll call. Ayesi Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom then turned the meeting over to Maypr Pro -Tem Ford and Mayor
Pro -Tem Ford stated that the hearing on the proposed vacation of the alley in
Block 11 of Seattle Syndicate Addition be open and those wishing to speak for or
against the proovoeii vacation would be heard at this time. There being no. ne
in the audience vh wished to speak on the proposed vacation, Mayor ProtTem
declared the hearing closed and instructed the Clerk to 'read the proposed- rd-
inealnce. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Ordinance be
adopted and given No. 1304 and the Mpybr and Clerk be authorized to sign same.
Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson., Ford and Mansfield. Abstained: Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received for
lime to be used for water treatment at the filter plant. The bids are as
follows:
Mount Vernon Sand & Gravel $37.98 per ton
Great Western Chemical $35.75 per ton
Van Waters & Rogers $30.95 per ton
The City Manager recommended that the low bid of Van Waters & Rogers be accepted.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the recommendation of the City
Manager be accepted and the bid of Van Waters & Rogers be accepted in the amount
of 030.95 per ton. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Manfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed agreement relative to the State Highway
Department participat3.ion in the City's cost for relocation of water facilities
in connection with the proposed construction of Primary State Highway No. 1 -AN
Junction of Secondary State Highway No. 1-D to Swinomish Slough. A discussion
followed and the City Manager stated that he had negotiations with the State and
kthat their was now possibility that the Cityls costs would not be as great as
had anticipated. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the agreement
be accepted and that Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call.
Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented to the Council progress payment #2 for L.I.D. 154 to
Associated Sand & Gravel in the amount of $27,790.33. He stated he had checked
the work involved and that it is his recommendation that payment be allowdd.
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September 15, 1961 continued Corrected Minutes of September 5, 1961.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation bf:.thp-4it &
Managbr-::bd.accepted and that n interest bearing warrant of $27,790.33, No. 6,
at an interest rate of 4.40%, be issued Statewide Retirement, dated September 5,
1961. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motinn carried.
Mr. French presented the Council with miscellaneous costs on L.I.D. 154 in
the amount of $75.43. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that an
interest bearing warrant of'"4.40%, No. 7, dated September 5, 1961, be issued
Statewide Retirement in the amount of $75.43• Roll call. Ayes: Antonius
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented miscellaneous costs on L.I.D. 155 of $609.86. Mr. Ford
moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that two warrants No. 19 and No. 20 at an interest
rate of 5.50% dated September 5, 1961 be issued Hughbanks, Incorporated. Roll
call. Ayes: Antonius,•Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented the Progress Payment due B & B Plumbing & Heating on
the Lime Treatment Addition to the Central Filter Plain the amount of $12,767.71.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation of the City
Manager be accepted and that a warrant of $12,767.71, dated September 5, 1961,
be issued to B & B Plumbing & Heating. Roll can. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion caried.
The City Attorney read a resolution transfering the sum of $435.49 from the
Street Paving Escrow Fond to the City Street Fund. Mr. Ford moved and Mrs. Antonius
seconded that the resolution be adopted and the City Treasurer be instructed to
make such transfer. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and
Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom appointed Mrs. Antonius to serve on the Finance Committee as
Councilman Ness was absent from the meating.
-The claims against the City for the 2nd half of August, 1961 was read.to the
Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor refered them to the Finance
Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Comittee, a motion was made by
Mr. Dickinson and seconded by Mrs. Antonius that the claims be allowed and warrants
be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Str an. Motion carried.
The Financial Report for the month of July was ca bepted and ordered placed on
file.
The City Manager reported to the Council that in conjunction with the study
of the Water Distribution System made by the City's Consulting Engineers firm
of Stevens & Thompson, it was his recommendation that the City retain the firm of
McLean & Company to study the City's Water Rates and to determine the feasibility
of a revenue bond issue. The City Attorney read the proposed contract agree-
ment and Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign contract. Roll call. Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motinn carried.' '
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency ordinance regarding the purchase
by the City of improvemen:•s'on Mount Erie in the amount of $750.00. Mr. Mansfield
moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the Clerk be instructed to publish to proposed
ordinance in the City's official newspaper and that the ordinance be brought up
at the next Council meeting. Ron call. Ayes: Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
I, DIAD ERHOLM, duly appointed clerk of the City of Anacortes, Washington, do hereby
certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the amended minutes of
the City Council meeting of September 5, 1961.
DATED THIS 15TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1961.
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DIANE ER�ivLii, CLL'n11
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October 2, 1961 Council Minutes x
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.
Roll call: Strom present.
There being no quorum present, Mayor Strom declared the Council meeting
adjourned until October 3, 1961 at 7:30 p.m.
L. A. STROM, MAYOR
October 3, 1961
The adjourned meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was
called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Srom presiding.
The Invocation was read by Reverend Vermelya.
The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Foul Mansfield
and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Mr. Rice 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. Roll call. Ayes: Ness. Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford. Mansfield
and Strom Present.
Mayor Strom then declared the hearing on the proposed vacation in the alley
of we,rsl8th of Block 38 of the Original Plat now open. The City Manager
expalie d the area involved and Mr. Robertson, representatimg Safeway Stores,
spoke to the Council regarding the proposed plans for the affected propertty.
A lengthy discussion followed and Mayor Strom then declared the hearing closed
and instructed the City Attorney to read the proposed ordinance. Mr. Ford
moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given
No. 1307 and the Mayor apd.Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, aritonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motion carried. `• /
Mayor Strom then declared the hearing on the propoed purchase be West
Coast Telephone ComparW of the City property located at approximately 5th
Street and "On Avenue open. The City Manager read a letter from West Coast
Telephone stating that due to opposition by nearby property owners, West Coat
Telephone was withdrawing its of i9r to purchase the property. Mayor Strom
stated that the P:n;iOase price offered by West Coast Telephone was in access
of $5,000.00 and fiat this money would have been a welcome addition to the
City Treasury.
The City Manager presented the Council with the Final Budget for the year
1962. Mayor Strom gave a comprehensive resume' of the budget pointing out
certain capital expenses. Mayor Strom declared the budget hearing closed and
requetted the City Attorney to read the ordinance setting forthf:;• the budget for
1962. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Ness seconded the ordinance be adopted and given
No. 1308 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll
call. Ayess Ness, Antonius, Rice, V ckinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Attorney then read an ordinance levying a tax on the real and
personal property in the corporate limits of the City of Anacortes for the
year 1962. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the ordinance
be adopted and given No. 1309 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign
and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency ordinance in order that the
Park Department ($125.85) and Library Department ($258.80) might pay their
assessment during the interest free period for L.I.D. 155. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the hearing on the proposed emergency ordi-
nance be set for 7:30 p.m., October 17, 1961 and Clerk be authorized to publish
the ordinance. All ayes:
The Clerk read a petition from property owners requesting a re -zoning from
an R-1 to an R-2 zone. The property was described as follows:
October 3, 1961 continued
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 226.14 feet; thence
north to the north line of 24th Street; thence west to the inter-
section of the west line of N Avenue produced south; thence north
along the said west line of N Avenue to the south line of 22nd
Street; thence east along the south line of 22nd Street to the
west line of Stewart's Addition to the City of Anacortes; thence
south along the west line of said addition and the west line of
First Addition to the point of beginning.
Mayor Strom refered the request to the Planning Commission.,
The City Manager reported that bids had been received for the construction
of the bypass line at the old filter plant. The bids are as follows:
Eerke's Construction Company $7,147.92
With the completion date of 60 days.
B & B Plumbing & Heating $6,970.08
With the completion date of 45 days.
The City Manager stated that he had been in telephone communication with Stevens
& Thompson and it was his recommendation and theirs that the bid of B & B Plumbing
& Heating be accepted. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recom-
mendation of the consulting engineers and the City Manager be.accepted and the
bid be awarded to B & B Plumbing & Heating. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Ford, Dickinson, Rice, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from T. V. Systems, Inc. withdrawing their application
to construct and operate a communicty antenna system within the City of Anacortes.
The letter was ordered placed on file.
The Clerk read a letter from John N. Cheney, representing the Board of
Commissioners of the Housing Authority, requesting a resolution from the City
Council either favoring, or not favoring, the dissolution of the Housing Authority
of Anacortes. Mayor Strom refered the letter to the City Attorney for further
investigation and report back to the Council at a later date.
The City Clerk read a letter from A. V. Carlson, president of the Anaortes
Rotary Club, requesting permission to elect four signs designating the Rotary
Institute to be held October 7, 1961. The letter stated they would comply with
Building Inspector requirements for construction. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Rice
seconded that the request be granted. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Rice, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with the final payments to Associated
Sand & Gravel and B & B Plumbing & Heating for L.I.D. 154. The amount to
Associated Sand & Gravel being $45,564.76 and the amount to B & B Plumbing &
Heating being $1,549.83. Mr. French also presented miscellaneous costs in the
amount of $9,067179 on L.I.D. 1.54. Mr. French stated that the project was
complete and recommended that payment be allowed and project accepted as complete.
Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommendations of the City
Manager be accepted and that an interest bearing warrant of $56,182.38, at an
interest rate of 4.40%, No. 8, be issued Statewide Retirement, dated October
39 1961 and that L.I.D. 1.54 be accepted as complete. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Dickinson, Rice, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented to the Councilprogress
payment to Sam Sass for paint-
ing the water line in the amount of $1,620.00. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson
seconded that the progress payment in the amount of $1,620.00 be paid Mr. Sass.
Roll call. Ayess Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Rice, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motion caried.
The City Manager presented the Council with miscellaneous expenses on
L.I.D. 155 in the amount of $42.56. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius
seconded that a warrant No. 24, at an interest rate of 5.50%, dated October
31 1961 be issued Hughanks, Incorporated. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Rice, Ford, Mansfield add Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the 2nd half of September, 1961 was read
to the Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor refered them to the
Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion
was made by Mr. Wee and seconded by Mrs. Antonius that the claims be allowed
and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Rice, D°.ckinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
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October 3, 1961 continued
The City Manager reported that the extension of the storm sewer of 33rd and
M was complete.
He also reported briefly on an urban renewal meeting he had attended in
Tacoma.
Mayor Strom reported on the Civil Defense meeting he had attended in Olympia,
and stated that survey teams would be conducting survesy to determine the
accessible shelter ;:meas under the direction of the Navy in the near future.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLK, duly appointed Clerk of the City of Anacortes do hereby
certi* that the above is a true and correct copy of the Council meeting
minutes held on October 2nd and 3rd, 1961.
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October 17, 1961
A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called
to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding.
The roll was called with Nes$, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, 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 avail-
able at the City Clerk's Office upon request, theminutes be approved as if
read. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Anacortes Girl Scouts, Senior Scout
Troop No. 27 requesting permission to have a hayride for children in Anacortes.
The l6tter stated the girl scouts would be covered by the girl scout insurance.
Mr. Dickinson moved and Mr. Rice seconded that the request be granted. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Lions Club requesting permission of the
City to hold a turkey shoot November nth and 12th at the Anacortes Yacht Club.
The letW further stated that the Club would pay the expenses of a police
officer o be present at all times on the premised. Mr. Ford moved and Mr
Rice se onded that the Mayor be instructed to grant this request. Roll can.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. J. K. Neils, representing Skyline Incorporated, spoke from the audience
requesting permission to erect a directional sign on the north side of Sunset
Avenue near the "Y" to the ferry terminal. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford qb:Ypnded
that the permission be granted to place this directional sign at the abo
stated location. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with final payment to Pittsburg
DesMoines for construction of the lime treatment plant at the filler plant in
the amount of x.$3,010.23. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recom-
mendation of the City Manager be accepted and a warrant be issued to Pittsburg
DesMoines for this amount. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson
Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution setting a hearing'date for the final
assessment roll on Local Improvement District No. 154, the date being November
21st, 1961. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the resolution be
adopted and given No. 43 and the hearing date be set and the Clerk be instructed
to notify the property owners. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice,
Dickinson, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the City Manager to invest
moneys in the Water Reserve Fund in the amount of $31,000.00 in United States
Treasury Notes. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the resolution be
adopted and the City Manager be instructed to make such investments. Roll call.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
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October 17, 1961 continued
The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the City Manager to invest
moneys of the Cemetery Improvement Fund in the amount of $25,500.00 in U.S.
Treasury Notes. Mr. Rice moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the resolution
be adopted and the City Manager be instructed to make such investments. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson. Ford and Strom. Mbtion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the City Manager to invest
moneys in the Water Regeneu Fund in the amount of $50,000.00 and City Street
Fund in the amount of $40,000.00 in short term United States Treasury Notes.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Rice seconded that the resolution be adopted and the City
Manager be instructed to make such investments. d Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The Mayor declared the hearing on the proposed emergency ordinance to pay
the costs of the assessments of the Library Department Y•$125.85) and the Park
Department ($258.80) on Local Improvement District No. 155 open. There being
no one in the audience to speak for, or against the passage of the proposed
emergency ordinance, the Mayor declared the hearing closed acid requested the
City Attorney to read the proposed ordinance. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius
seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1310 and the Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
In the absence of Councilman Mansfield, Mayor Strom appointed Mrs. Antonius,
to serve on the Finance Committee. The claims against the City for the 1st half
of October, 1961 were read to the Council and upon hearing no objections, the
Mdayor refered them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the
Finance Committee, a motion was made by Mr. Rice and seconded by Mr. Dickinson
that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The Financial Report for the month of September was accepted and ordered
placed on file.
Mr. French reported to the Council that he had hoped at this time to make
a recommendation for the Captain in the Police Department, but due to the
fact that he had been unable to have a meeting with the Civil Service Commission .
and the Police Department, he would make a recommendation for this position
at a later date.
The City Manager reported to the City Council that all water line river
crossings had been inspected recently by a diver and had shown no erosion.
Mr. French stated that he was attending a Washington Association of City
Managers meeting in Seattle, on Friday, October 20th, at the University of
Washington.
Mayor Strom gave a brief report on the "Operation Recovery" meeting that
he and the City Manager had recently attended at Everett.
Mayor Strom advised the Council that due to the fact that Kenneth Weaver
had resigned from the Gas Examining Board, it was his recommendation that Doug
Stansbury be appointed to fill the vacancy caused by Mr. Weaver's resignation.
Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the recommendation of the Mayor
be accepted and Mr. Doug Stansbury be appointed to the Gas Examining Board.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford andStrom. Motion
carried.
Mrs. Alice Newland spoke from the audience regarding the problem of
certain juveniles painting numberals on the rocks at the Cap Sante Park. A
discussion followed and the City Manager was instructed to contact the school
authorities regarding this problem.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
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November 7, 1961
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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 roll was called with Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom
present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alter-
ations or corrections, Mr. Rice 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. Roll .
call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from S. S. McIntyer, Jr. requesting the City to ppon
up "D" Avenue on 25th from "D" to "A" and on 26th from "D" to "B". This would
affect block 216, 225, 224, 256, 181 217, 223 and 218. Mr. McIntyre stated that
he would take care of all the bulldozing for this project. Mr. Ford moved and
Mr. Rice seconded that the City Manager be instructed to inform Mr. McIntyre that
the City would complete the road to grade and provide rought gravel and that the
clearing and hauling away of the rubbish and stumps would be up to Mr. McIntyre.
Roll call. A;jes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion
carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the request for
a rezoning from R-1 to R-2 of the following described property:
Beginning at the intersection of the center line of 24th
Street with the west line of the FirstAddition to the
City of Anacortos; thence west along the center line of
24th Street 226.14;feet; thence west to the intersection
of the west line of N Avenue produced south; thence north
along the said gest line of N Avenue to the south line of
22nd Street; thence east along the south line of 22nd
Street to the west line of Stewart's Addition to the City
of Anacortes; thence south along the gest line of said
addition and the west line of First Addition to the point
of beginning.
It was the Planning Commission's recommendation that this request be allowed. Mr.
Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Planning Commission and set a hearing date for the proposed rezoning for
7:30 p.m., December 5, 1961. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the second stage
of the Anacortes Comprehensive Plan requesting the City Council to enter into the
agreement so that the City would be able to take advantage of Federal matching
funds. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the Council adopt the
second phase of the Comprehensive Plan. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius., Rice, Dickinson
Ford, Manfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Councilman Mansfield stated that he hoped that there would be close cooperation
Qith the other political subdivisions within the community in working on the second
phase of the Comprehensive Plan.
The Clerk read a letter from John Koivisto, Chairman of the Sea Scouts ',Committee,
Elko bodge #1204, requesting permission to use the area of 10th Street east of Com-
mercial Avenue for a Christmas tree sale December 1-24. Mr. Rice moved and Mr.
Jickinboh soconded that the roquest be granted. All ayes.
The Clerk read a letter from Puget Sound Power regarding a 25 -year leaso of the
north part of the building located at the top of Mount Erie. Puget Sound made the
following proposal:
1. Furnish light and power to sheriff's part of building.
2. City to obtain easements or permits for line to mountain
top. Puget to maintain and keep in repair.
3. Erect and maintain a steel tower to be used for the sheriff's
repeater system.
4. Furnish auxiliary power in case of emergency for operation of
radio equipment.
5. Puget Power to pay the sum of $30.00 per year, to the.City of
Anacortes, for the 25 year period of lease.
Mr. Ford moved and Fir. Mansfield seconded that the matter be fefered to the City Attorney
and City Managor for further investigation and report back to the Council.
All ayes.
November 7, 1961 continued
The Clerk read a letter from the Campfire Leader's Association requesting per-
mission to use "Q" Avenue between 5th and 6th on Saturday, November 11th for a
"Roller Frolic" for fund raiding toward the All-American City award project. Mr.
Mansfield moved and Mr. Rice seconded that the request be granted and instructed
the City Manager to notify the Fire and Police Departments. Roll call. Ayes:
Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motiom carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution providing for the issuance of bonds on Local
Improvement District No. 155. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that
the resolution be adopted and given No. 44 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution to apply to the Department of Commerce and
Economic Development for financial assistance to proceed with the second phase of
the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson secnnded that the resolution
be adopted and Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call. Ayes:
Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City read a resolution to allow the dissolution of the Housing Authority.
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Rice seconded that the resolution be adopted and the
Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried,.
Mr... Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the Mayor write a letter of
appreciation for the years of public service to the members of the Housing Authority.
Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion
carried. 1
The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance appropriating the 1962 revenues to
the City of Anacortes to the various departments,:of the City. Mr. Ford moved and
Mr. Mansfield seconded that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1311 and Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented to the Council the retained percentage due Associated
Sand & Gravel on L.I.D. 154 in the amount of $17,413.96. He stated releases had
been returned from the Tax Commission and the Department of Labor and Industries and
it was his recommendation that the retained percentage be paid. Mr. Rice moved and
Mr. Dickinson seconded that an interest bearing warrant of 4.40%, No. 9, dated
November 7, 1961 be issued Statewide Retirement in the amount of $17,413.96. Roll
call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented to the Council the final payment due Sam Sass on
the painting of the water transmission line in the amount of $494.95. Mr. Ford
moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the final payment in the amount of $494.95
be paid Mr. Sass. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with final payment due B & B Plumbing
& Heating on the construction of the Lime Treatment facilities at the Central Filter
Plant, in the amount of $3,876.79. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that
the final payment in the amount of $6,875.79 be paid B & B Plumbing & Heating. Roll
call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with progress payment due B & B Plumbing
& Heating on the filter by-pass line in the amount of $3,892.56. Mr. Mansfield moved
and Mr. Dickinson seconded that this amount due B & B Plumbing & Heating of $3,892.56
be paid at this time. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
Due to the absence of Councilman Ness, Mayor Strom appointed Mrs. Antonius to
serve on the Finance Committee. The claims against the City for the 2nd half of
October,,19612 were 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. Rice and seconded by Mr. Dickinson that the claims be allowed
and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
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November 7, 1961 continued.
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' The City Manager reported to the Council that there had been a recent Civil
Service Examination for the position of Captain in the Police Department and that
the high grade for the examination had been received by Patrolman Peter Dragovich.
It was his recommendation and that of the Civil Service Commission that Patrolman
Dragovich be appointed as Captain of the Police Department. Mr. Ford moved and
Mr. Rice seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager and Civil Service
be accepted and that Patrolman Peter Dragovich be appointed Captain of the Police
Department for a six months' probationary period. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius,
Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the two transmission lines on
"R" Avenue were requiring additional cathodic protection and'that he had been
in contact with James T. Norton regarding additional cathodic protection for the
16" service transmission line and to install cathodic protection in the 20" steel
transmission line to Scott Paper and that it was his recommendation that the City
Council retain James T. Norton to conduct a field survey to ascertain what additional
work should be done to the line regarding cathodic protection. He stated the field
survey would not cost more than $600.00. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded
that James T. Norton be retained to make the field survey and to be instructed to use
the existing equipment already installed on the "R" Avenue transmission line for this
project. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that it would be necessary to turn off the water
in the south end of town for a period of 12 hours to complete the by-pass line
at the old filter plant.
Mayor Strom gave a brief report on the City's participation in the All-
American City's award program and commended the citizenry of the City of Anacortes
for their part in this very worthwhile project.
Councilman Mansfield requested the City Manager to look into the feasibility
of providing a "Yield Right -of -Way" sign instead of a stop sign on the 37th Street
entrance to the City of Anacortes.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 9:09 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed Clerk of the City of Anacortes, do hereby
certify that the above is a true and correct copy of the Council meeting minutes
held on November 7, 1961.
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NOVEMBER 21, 1961
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 read by Reverend Barfoot.
The roll was called with Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alter-
ations or corrections, Mr. Rice 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. Roll call.
Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the hearing on confirming the assessment roll on L.I.D. 154
for the improvement of "M" Avenue as platted in the Original Plat of the City of
Anacortes, Hensler's Second Addition to the City of Anacortes and as extended southerly
through View Acres Addition and the Replat of Lots 25 to 48, View Acres Addition,
J. M. Moore's Addition, Hagadorn and Stewart's AdditfiAn, Childs and Hagadorn's
Addition, Broadview Addition, and Brownrig's Addition, from the south line of 14th
Street to the south line of 41st Street, also known as the Dobers School Road; and
24th Street as platted in the First Addition to the City of Are cortes and extended
westerly therefrom the west line of Commercial Avenue to the east line of "M" Avenue
be open and announced everyone wishing to speak for or against the confirmation of
the assessment roll will be heard at this time. There being no affected property
owners speaking from the audience, Mayor Strom declared the hearing closed and
instructed the City Attorney to read the ordinance confirming the assessment roll
for L.I.D. 154. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Rice seconded that the ordinance be
adopted and given No. 1312 and Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same.
MVEMBER 21, 1961 continued
Roll call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom gave a brief explanatory talk on the paving project and stated that the �
people on "M" Avenue had given a tremendous life to the complete community.
The Clerk read a letter from Marine Supply & Hardware Company requesting the
City to put in a culvert east of Commercial between 11th and 13th Street for drainage
improvements. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the matter be
referred to the City Attorney and to report back to the Council at a 3ater date.
The City Attorney read a proposed petition to intervene on behalf of Scott
Paper Company to the Washington State Polution Control Commission, Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Rice seconded that the Mayor be authorized to sign the petition to intervene.
Roll call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, and Strom. Nayes: Mansfield. Motion
carried.
Mayor Strom discussed the possibility of a student government in which members
of the student body would take over certain positions in City government for the
day. He stated this program had -been in effect in 1957 and reported that the City
Manager had been in contact with the school superintendent on this matter. The
City Manager was directed to write a letter to the superintendent of school to set
up a date.
Mayor Strom presented the proposed paving program for the year 1962. Various
areas in the City were discussed, namely "K" Avenue from 12th to 22nd Street, 17th
Street from Commercial to "J", 20th Street from "M" to "J", 13th Street from "I"
to "K", 14th Street from "J" to "K", and 15th Street from "J" to "K"; and Cap Sante
and the east park drive road on "V" Avenue from 2nd to 6th Street, 5th Street from
''V" to i'X" Avenue, East Park Drive and 3rd Street from "V" Avenue east, and the
loop road to Cap Sante Park from 6th and "V" Avenue; and area leading from
Commercial Avenue to Cemetery on "R" Avenue from Fidalgo Avenue to Longview Avenue.
After a discussion, Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the
City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution of intention. Roll call.
Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the City Manager to invest
$31,000.00 in Sewer Reserve and $46,000.00 in the Water Reserve to be invested in
U. S. Treasury Notes. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City
Manager be instructed to make the above investments. Roll call. Ayes: Rice,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Dickinson to serve on the Finance Committee in
the absence of Mr. Ness. The claims against the City for the lst half of
November, 1961, were 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. Rice and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the
claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes:
Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The Financial Report for the month of October was accepted and ordered
placed on file.
The City Manager presented the retained percentage due B & B Plumbing &
Heating on L.I.D. 154 in the amount of $6,532.79. He stated releases had been
secured from the State Tax Commission and from the Department of Labor and
Industries and it was his recommendation that this retained percentage be paid.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that an interest bearing warrant at
4.40%, No. 10, dated November 21, 1961 in the amount of $6,532.79 be issued to
Statewide Retirement. Roll call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the State Polution Commission
had been desirous of the City to proceed toward constructing a Sewage Treatment
Plant. He stated that he had quotations from the firm of Cornell, Howland, Hayes,
& Merryfield. The revised study would then include the following: 1. Measure
existing sewer flows. 2. Establish economical method of eliminating B Avenue
outfall. 3. Locate suitable plant site or sites. 4. Prepare preliminary designs
of treatment facilities. 5. Estimate cost of facilities. 6. Develop a financing
program. 7. Prepare report on the results of the above investigations.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City retain the firm of
Cornell, Howland, Hayes, & Merryfield at a price not to exceed $3,500.00. Roll
call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr.
French explained that even though we had a budgeted amount of $3,000.00 for a
Sewage Treatment Plant Study, it would be possible to borrow the money for the
survey from the Housing and Home Finance Agency interest-free.
November 21, continued.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 8:58 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed Clerk of the City of Anacortes, do hereby certify
that the above is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Council meeting
held on November 21, 1961.
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DIANE ERHOLM, CITY CLERK�
AMENDED MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 21, 1961.
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 read by Reverend Barfoot.
The roll was called with Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Mr. Rice 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. Roll
call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the hearing on confirming the assessment roll on L.I.D.
154 for the improvement of "M" Avenue as platted in the Original Plat of the
City of Anacortes, Hensler's Second Addition to the City of Anacortes and as extended
southerly through View Acres Addition and the Replat of Lots 25 to 48, View Acres
Addition, J. M. Moore's Addition, Hagadorn and Stewart's Addition, Childs and
Hagadorn's Addition, Broadview Addition, and BrownrigsAddition, from the south line
of 14th Street to the south line of 41st Street, also known as the Dobers School
Road; and 24th Street as platted in the First Addition to the City of Anacortes and
extended westerly therefrom the west line of Commercial Avenue to the east line
of "M" Avenue be open and announced everyone wishing to speak for or against
the confirmation of the assessment roll will be heard at this time. There being
no affected property owners speaking from the audience, Mayor Strom declared the
hearing closed and instructed the City Attorney to read the ordinance confirming
the assessment roll for L.I.D. 154. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Rice seconded
that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1312 and Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried. Mayor Strom gave a brief explanatory talk on the paving
project and stated that the people on "M" Avenue had given a tremendous life to the
complete community.
The Clerk read a letter from Marine Supply & Hardware Company requesting the
City to put in a culvert east of Commercial between 11th and 13th Street for drainage
improvements. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the matter be
referred to the City Attorney and to report back to the Council at a later date.
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The City Attorney read a proposed petition to intervene on behalf of Scott
Paper Company to the Washington State Polution Control Commission. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Rice seconded that the Mayor be authorized to sign the petition to intervene.
Roll call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, and Strom. Nayes: Mansfield. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom discussed the possibility of a student government in which members
of the student body would take over certain positions in City government for the
day. He stated this program had been in effect in 1957 and reported that the City
Manager had been in contact with the school superintendent on this matter. The .
City Manager was directed to write a letter to the superintendent of schools to set
up a date.
Mayor Strom presented the proposed paving program for the year 1962. Various
areas in the City were discussed, namely "K" Avenue from 12th to 22nd Street, 17th
Street from Commercial to "J", 20th Street from "M" to "J", 13th Street from "I"
to "K", 14th Street from "J" to "K", and 15th Street from "J" to "K"; and Cap Sante
and the east park drive road on "V" Avenue from 2nd to 6th Street, 5th Street
from "V" to "X" Avenue, East Park Drive and 3rd Street from "V" Avenue east, and
the loop road to Cap Sante Park from 6th and "V" Avenue; and area leading from
Commercial Avenue to Cemetery on "R" Avenue from Fidalgo Avenue to Longview Avenue.
After a discussion, Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City
Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution of intention . Roll call. Rice, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
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AMMENDED NOVEMBER 21, 1961 MINUTES continued
The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the City Manager to invest
$31,000.00 in Sewer Reserve and $46,000.00 in the Water Reserve to be invested in
U. S. Treasury Notes. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded tha tithe City
Manager be instructed to make the above investments. Roll call. Ayes: Rice,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Dickinson to serve on the Finance Committee in
the absence of Mr. Ness. The claims against the City for the 1st half of November,
1961 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. Rice and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield, and Str an. Motion carried.
The Financial Report for the month of October was accepted and ordered
placed on file.
The City Manager presented the retained percentage due B & B Plumbing &
Heating on L.I.D. 154 in the amount of $5,955.74. He stated releases had been
secured from the State Tax Commission and from the Department of Labor and
Industries and it was his recommendation that this retained percentage be paid.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that an interest bearing warrant at 4.40%
No. 10, dated November 21, 1961,in the amount of $5,955.74 be issued to Statewide
Retirement. Roll call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, andStrom.
Motionicarried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the State Polution Commission
had been desirous of the City to proceed toward constructing a Sewage Treatment
Plant. He stated that he had quotations from the firm of Cornell, Howland,
Hayes & Merryfield. The revised study would then include the following: 1. Measure
existing sewer flows. 2. Establish economical method of eliminating B Avenue
outfall. 3. Locate suitable plant site or sites. 4. Prepare preliminary designs
of treatment facilities. 5. Estimate cost of facilities. 6. Develop a financing
program. 7. Prepare report on the results of the above investigations. Mr. Ford
moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City retain the firm of Cornell, Howland,
Hayes, & Merryfield at a price not to exceed $3,500.00. Roll call. Ayes: Rice,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried. Mr. French explained
that even though we had a budgeted amount of $3,000.00 for a Sewage Treatment
Plant Study, it would be possible to borrow the money for the survey from the
Housing and Home Finance Agency interest free.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 8:58 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed Clerk for the City of Anacortes, Washington,
do hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of the amended minutes
of the Council meeting held on November 21, 1961
DATED THIS 29TH DAY OF NOVEMBER , 1961.
G
DIANE RRHHHO M ITY CLE
DECEMBER 5, 1961
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 presiding.
The Invocation was read by Reverend Haynes.
The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield.
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. Roll
call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The Mayor Pro -Tem Ford addressed the audience stating that it had come to
his attention that various property owners were concerned about the proposed rezoning
which is presently being studied by the Council in conjunction with the Comprehensive
Plan prepared by the John Graham Company, the change being the area from 20th to
28th Street on Commercial. He stated that he was about to poll the Council on their
views on the matter. Comments on the Council are as follows: Councilman Mansfield
stated he did not feel that the Council could afford to do this, and being that the
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residents of the area were unhappy, he was opposed to the rezoning. Councilman r'a
Ford concurred with Councilman Mansfield. Councilman Ness concurred with
Councilman Mansfield. Councilwoman Antonius stated that theoretically it was a
wonderful plan but she felt that the facts as they are now, she didn't feel the
rezoning was a good thing. Councilman Dickinson stated he was opposed to the
rez6ning. Councilman Rice stated that he was also opposed to the rezoning. Jack Thomsen,
Chairman of the Planning Commission, spoke from the audience and explained the thinking
behind the Planning Commission on this matter. Mr. James Birch, 3501 Commercial
spoke from the audience stating his opposition for the proposed rezoning.
Mayor Pro -Tem -Ford declared the hearing on the proposed rezoning on the described
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 226.14 feet; thence west to the intersection of the west
line of N Avenue produced south; thence north along the said west line of N Avenue
to the south line of 22nd Street; thence east along the south line of 22nd Street
to the west line of Stewart's Addition to the City of Anacortes; thence south along
the west line of said addition and the west line of First Addition to the point of
beginning open and there being no one to speak for or against the rezoning, he
declared the haaring closed and requested the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance
to read at the next Council meeting. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice,
Dickinson, Ford, and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the affected property owners requesting the
vacation of the north 30 feet of 31st Street between Block 21 and 28, Kellogg's
and Ford's Addition to the City of Anacortes. The letter further stated they
would pay $100.00 for the vacation. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded
that the request be referred to the Planning Commission. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, and Mansfield. Motion carried.
= The Clerk read a letter from Ramon L. Pruiett, Skagit Mountain Rescue,
requesting permission to hold a mountain rescue practice on Mount Erie, December 2,
1961. The City Manager stated that being this letter had come into the Council
meeting that it had been a Council's decision that he had given permission to
Skagit Mountain Rescue and Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Rice seconded that the Council
establish a policy that in regard to these matters and impower the City Manager
to grant these requests providing they met with the approval of the City Attorney.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Ford, Dickinson, and Mansfield. Motion
carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Anacortes J. "'C's requesting the City
to pay the power bill for lighting Causland Park during the Christmas season. The
cost would be approximately $75.00 per year. Mr. Rice and Mr. Dickinson seconded
that the City pay the light bill for lights of Causland Park. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented payment due B & B Plumbing & Heating for the Water
By -Pass Line in the amount of $2,380.52. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded
that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and payment be made to
B & B Plumbing & Heating in the amount of $2,380.52. Roll call. Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with the retained percentage due B & B
Plumbing & Heating on the Lime Treatment Additions to the Central Filter Plant in
the amount of $3,569.87. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the
recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and that the retained percentage
be paid to B & B Plumbing & Heating in the amount of $3,569.87. Roll call. Ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford, and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution of intention to order improvement in
the following described areas: The improvement of K Avenue as platted in Queen
Anne Addition to the City of Anacortes, Original Plat of the City of Anacortes, and
Hensler's Second Addition to the City of Anacortes, from the south line ofl2th
Street to the north line of 22nd Street, 13th Street as platted in Queen Anne
Addition to the City of Anacortes, and Munks' Queen Anne Addition to the City of
Anacortes from the west line of K Avenue to the east line of I Avenue, 14th St.
as slatted in Queen Anne Addition to the City of Anacortes from the west line of
K Avenue to the east line of J Avenue, 13th Street as platted in Queen Anne
Addition to the City of Anacortes from the west line of K Avenue to the east line
of J Avenue , 17th Street as platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes
ofrom the west line of Commercial Avenue to the west line of J Avenue, 20th
Street as platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes, and Hensler's
Second Addition to the City of Anacortes from the west line of M Avenue to the
east line of J Avenue, and J Avenue as platted in the Original Plat of the City
of Anacortes from the sough line of 17th Street to the south line of 18th Street,
Mr. Mansfield moved and M_. Dickinson seconded that the Resolution of Intention
December 5, 1961
be adopted and given No. 45 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and pub-
lish same and the hearing date of January 16, 1962 be heard. The Clerk was fur-
ther instructed to send notices to the affected property owners. Roll Call.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion Carried.
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Mayor Pro -Tem Ford reported on a Council Civil Defense meeting he and the City
Manager had attended in which a plan for a mutual fire protection association
contract was discussed. The purpose of this contract would be that each City in
the Council would offer assistance to the other in case of disaster. The Mayor Pro -
Tem Ford refered the contract to the City Attorney for study and return back to the
Council.
The future LID. projects were discussed by the Cuuncil nameley the Cap Sante area
and the Cmetery Hill area. Mayor Pro -Tem ford postponed further condideration until
the next Council meeting. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford
and Mansfield. Motion t3arried.
The claims against the City for the 2nd half of November, 1961 was read -to the Council
and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor Pro -Tem refered them to the finance Committee.
Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, amotion was made by Mr. Rice and seconded
by Mrs. Antonius that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of them. Roll
call. Ayes: Rice, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency ordinance appropriating moneys to pay
the City's share on L.I.D. 154 in the amount of $28,025.76. Mayor Pro -Tem Ford Directed
the Clerk to publish the proposed emergency ordinance. Roll Call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius
Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed ordinance fixing the salaries for certaim City
Officials for the year of 1962. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. ness seconded that the
ordinance be adopted and given No. 1313 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign
and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Rice, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford and
Mansfield. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had been in cummunication with Great
Northern Railway regarding the proposed right-of-way located at Q and R Avenue between
17th and 20th Street which would eliminate various crossings and that they would pre-
pare the plan and submit it to the Council.
The City Manager requested permission to call for bids on printing, petroleum pro-
ducts, police car and tires. Mr. Rice moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the recommen-
dation of the City Manager be accepted and that bids be accepted on the above memtioned
commodities. Roll Call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Rice, Dickinson, Ford and Mansfield.
Motion Carried.
Councilman Rice reported that as he was movi:.ng'out of his ward, it was his dute to
resign fromhis Council position. Mayor Pro -Tem Ford accepted Councilman Rice's resig-
nation with regret.
Mayor Pro -Tem Ford adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
I. DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed Clerk of the City of Anacortes, do hereby certify
that the above is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Council meeting
held on December 5,1961.
G
OLM, TY CLERK
December 19, 1961
A regular meeting of the City Council0fer the -:City of Anacortes was called to
order at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Strom presiding.
The roll was called with Ness, Antonius, Dickinsen, Mansfield and Strom present.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alter-
ations or corrections, Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that due to the
fact that each Councilman has a copyfbr study and that copies were available at
the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minujes be approved as if read. Roll Call.
All Ayes: Ness, Antonous, Dickinson, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried. .
The City Attorney read the sedond reading' of the emergency ordinance providing
fro payment of the City's share of LID 154. Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius
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seconded that the ordiance be adopted and given No. 1311 and the Yayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read an ordinance amedding the zoning map of the City of
Anacortes regarding the following described property. Beginning at the intersection
of the center line of 24th Street with the west line of the First Addition to the
City of Ancortes; thence westalong the center line of 24th Street 226.11 feet;
thence north to the north line of 24th Street; thence west to the intersection of
the west line of N Avenue produced south; thence north along the said west line of
N Aveunue to the south line of 22nd street; thence east along the south line of 22nd
Street to the West line of Stewarts's Additbn to the City of Anacortes; thence south
along the west line ofsaid addition and the west line of First Addtion to the poinst
of gebinning from an R-1 to an R-2 zone. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded
that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1315 and Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to sign and publish same, and the Enginer be instructed to alter the zoning map
accordingly. Roll call. AyesL Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield and Strom
Motion Carried.
The City Attorney read a petition to the County Commissioners regarding the
Justice Court district requesting the establishment of a municipal department of
the Justice Court to be designat6d "The Municaipal Court of Anacortes, Washington".
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the Council sign the petition
and forward it to the County Commissioners. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Mansfield and Strom. Motion Carried. 'It.
The City. -Manager presented the Conncil with the progress payment due B & B
Plumbing and Heating on the dater Line Relocation near the Swinomish Channel in the
amount of $27,861.89. Mr. French stated that he has been in telephone communisation
with the Skate Highway Department and that they would approve this payment. Mr.
Ness moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded that the recommendation of the City Manager
be accepted and that payment be authorized to B & B Plumbing and Heating when the
money has been received by the City from the State Highway Department. Roll Call.
Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented the Council with the Change Order No. 1 on the Water Line
Relocation. He stated that htere was meed&for additional ballast -on the new high-
way and that he had been in cummunication with the State Highway Department and
that they would approve this additional cost. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness
seconded that the Change order No. 1 be accepted. Roll call. All ayes: Mobion
carried.
The City Attorney Read a resolution of intgntion for L.I.D. 157 described as
follows: V Avenue from the south line of 6th street to a point 35 feet south of
the south line of lst Street, as V Avenue is platted in the Original plat of the
City of Anacortes and in Bowman's Central Ship Harbor Water Front Plat: 3rd Street
from the east lie of V Avenue to Pagoda P1ace;fPagoda-.P3Ace�:frbm 3rdUStreet to East
Park Drive; East Park Drive from Pagoda Place to the north of 5tbh Street, all as
platted in Cap Sante Park Addition to the City of Ancortes, 5th Street from all the
east line of East Park Drive to the east line of V Avenue, as said 5th Street is
platted in Cap Sante Park Addition and Bowman's Central Ship Harbor Water Front
Plat; 2nd Street from the west line of V Avenue to the east line of U Avenue; and
U Avenue from the north line of 2nd street to the north line of lith Street, all
as platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes; diagonal road leading
from the south line of 6th Street and V Avenueto the south line 7th Street and
W Avenue, Across Block 19 of Bowman's Central Ship Harbor Water Front Plat, now
owned by the City of Anacortes as park property; W Avenue from the south line of
7th Street to the center line of a alley, in Blcok 35 of Bowman;s Central ship
Harbor Water Front Plat; thence easterly along 9 Street and southerly and easterly
through vacted blocks of Bowman's Central Ship Harbor Water Front Plat of the City
of Anacortes, now constituting Cap Sante Park property of the City, on existing
gravel road to and through the loop at the outlook point of Cap Sante City Park,
as follows:
As to V Avenue, 3rd Street, East Park Drive, Pagoda Place,
5th Street, 2nd Street, U Avenue, the diagonal Road and
W Avenue, by grading, draining, surfacing and by the con-
struction of asphaltic concrete pavement approximately 2"
in depth with 8" of base material and twenty-two (22) feet
in width, with such drainage facilities as•are requiredM
Onthe road lying southerly and easterly from the center
line of the alley in Block 35, "Bowman's Central Ship
Harbor Water Front Plate through existing city park pro-
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perty to and through the loop at the outlook point of Cap
Sante City Park�o by grading, draining, surfacing and the
construction of asphaltic concrete pavement approxiamately
2V in depth with from 211 to 81, of base material, twenty
(20) feet in width, and such drainage facilities as are
required.
That the territorial extent of the said improvement district shall include all
property along 2nd Street, 3rd Street, 5th Street and 9th Street from the property
lines on both sides of said streets, to the center line of the alleys of the blocks
on both sides of said streets, and in the case of 5th Street, an equivalent distance
from the north side of said street running to the north in depth to that established
on the south side of said street as herein set forth; and all property along V Avenue,
Pagoda Place, East Park Drive, the diagonal road, U Avenue, W Avenue and the road
through city park property to and through the loop at the outlook point of Cap Sante
City Park, lying east and west an easterly and westerly thereof from the property
lines on both sides of said avenues and roads to a depth of one hundred Fifty (150)
feet, measured from the property lines. Said territorial extent shall further be
as prescribed for local improvement districts in statutes of the State of '% shington
relating to this type of improvement, and shall include all property lying between
the terminii of the improvements abutting upon, adjacent to or proximate to the
streets, avenue and roads proposed to be improved. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr.
Dickinson seconded that the resolution be adopted and given No. 46 and Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same and the date of hearing set for the
6th day of February, 1962 and that the Clerk be instructed to notify affected property
owners. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfd-eld and Strom. Motion
carried.
Councilman Mansfield reported to the Council that he had been informed that there
was an underground sprang located under one of the homes near this proposed L.I.D.
He requested the City Manager to check into this matter to determine how it would
affect the drainage on L.I.D. 157.
The City Manager presented to the Council the proposed six-year street program
for the City. A Lengthy discussion followed and various changes were suggested by
members of the Council and the hearing date on the proposed street plan was set
for December 26th; 1961 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of The City Hall,
Anacortes, Washington.
Mayor Strom appointed Mrs. Antonius to serve on the Finance Committee due to
the absence of Councilman Ford. The claims against the City for the 1st half of
December, 1961 were read to the Council and upon hearing no objections the Mayor
refered them to the Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Fina nce Com-
mittee, a motion was made by Mr. Dickinson and seconded by Mr. Mansifield that the
claims :fie allowed and warrants be drown in favor of same. Roll call. Ayes: Ness
Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The Finance Report for the month of November, 1961 was accepted and ordered
placed on file.
Ploce Chief Marvin Beebe showed the Council the proposed uniforms for the
Police Department. MR. French state that in the budget was the amount of $50.00
for each patrolman for uniform allowance and the patrolman would pay the difference
between the cost of the uniforms and the $50.00.
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Mayor Strom reported to the Council on his recent trip to Miami Beach in conjunc-
tion with the All; -American City competition.
Mayor Strom dedlared the meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M. until 7:30 p.m. December
26th, 1961.
ATTEST
DIANEE �ERHOLMrCiY CLERK
E. A. STROr1, MAYOR
December 26, 1961
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.
Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Mansfield and Strom.
Mayor Strom state that this was the hearing on the proposed
six-year street improvement plan for the City of Ancortes, and that
this plan was by no means inflexible; it could be ammended or altered
by a majority vote of any given council after a public hearing.
The City manager showed the Council and the audience the map showing
the presently paved streets and the proposed paving projects for
the next six years. Various interested citizens spoke from the
audience and asked questions regarding the plan.
Mr. Walter Van Horn asked tha Council why the proposed L.I.r. #157
has not been extended to include "U" Avenue from Second to the
waterfront in the project. A lengthy discussion followed And
Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City Attorney
be instructed to prepar6 a Resolution of Intention ammewing
Resolution #46 and including 11UM Avenue from Second to the water-
front in the project. Roll call: Ness,.Antonius, Dickinson
Mansfield, and Strom. All Ayes.
Mayor Strom called upon four former students of Anacortes High
School, namely Larry Fix, Gary Mansfield, Elmer Guthrie, and
Ron Crawford, to give their views on the hearing and their feelings
on the community. All four men gave brief, concise statements
on Anacortes and expressed their gratification at the street paving
program to date.
There being no 6ther comments from the Council or the audience
Mayor Strom indicated the hearing closed, instructed the City Attorney
to read the Resolution adopting the comprehensive street program
for the ensuing six-year period. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness
seconded the resolution be adopted and given #48 and the Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call, Ness, Antonius, Dickinson
Mansfield, and Strom, All Ayes.
Mayor Strom dee ared the meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
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EA STROM, MAYOR
ATTEST
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January 2, 1962
A regualr meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called
to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding.
Invocation: Reverend Clarence Ostrom, Paster of the Church of God.
Roll Call: Ness, Antanius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alteration or corrections, Mr. Mansfield 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
read. Roll call. All Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
City Manager reported to the Council that bids have been received for the
Liability Insurance for the City for the Year 1962. Bids are as f611ows: