HomeMy WebLinkAbout1962 City Council MinutesDecember 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 dec ared the meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
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EA STROM, MAYOR
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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, Antonius, 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:
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Francisco -Weber --General Insurance of American--$3,595.10
Scott 0. Richards --Northwestern Mutual Insurance Company--$3,111.67
Mr. Ness moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded that the lbw -lid' -of Northwestern
Mutual Insurance Company (Scott 0. Richards) be accepted. Roll call. All Ayes:
Ness,-Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield., and Strom. Motion carried.
City Manager reported to the Council that bids have been received on
Petroleum Products for the year 1962. It was his recommendateion that the
low bids be accepted, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness secoriddd the bids of
Regular Gasoline, Shell, $.2097: Hi Test (Alternate), Texaco, $.2454;
Auto Diesel, Texaco, $.1395; Stove Oil, Texaco, $.1395; Furance Oil, Shell
$.1137; Fuel Oil, Island Transfer, $3.87 per barrel be accepted. Roll call.
All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, And Strom. Motion carried.
City Attorney read a resolution ammending Resolution # 46 to order
improvement on the following described properties:
BE IT RESOLVED, aby the City Council of the City of Anacortes, Washington
that it is the intention of the City Council of the City of Ancortes,
Washington, to order the improvement of V Aveue from the South line of 6th
Street to a point of 35 feet south of the south line of 1st Street, as V Avenue
is platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes and In Bowman+s Central
Ship Harobr Water front Plat; 3rd Street from the east line of V Avenue to
Pagoda Place; Pagoda Place from 3rd Street to East Park Drive; all of East
Park Drive to the north line of 5th Street, all as platted in Cap Sante Park
Addition to the City of Anacortes; 5th Street from the meander line to the
east line of V Avenue, as said 5th Street is platted in Cap Sante Parr
Addition and Bowman;s Central Ship Harbor Water Front P]a t; 2nd Street from
the west line of V Avenue to the east line of U Avenue; and U Avenue from the
meander line to the north line of Lath Street, all asplatted in the Original
Plat of the City of Are cortes; diagonal road leading from the south line of
6th Street and V Avenue to the south line of 7th Street and W Avenue, across
Block 19 of Bowman;s Central Ship Harbor Water Front Plat, now ordered by the
City of Anacortes as park property; W Avenue from the south line of 7th Street
to the center line of the alley in Blcok 35 of Bowman;s Central Ship Harbor
Water Front P3at; Thence easterly along 9th Street and southerly and
easterly through vacated 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
6utlook 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 Avenue, by grading
drianing, surfacing, and by the construction of asphaltic concrete
pavement approximately 2" in depth and 81, of base material and
twenty-two (22) feet in width, with circular turn-arounds and such
drainage facilities as are required:
On the road lying southerly and easterly from'the center line of the
alley on Block 35, "Bowman;s Central Ship Harbor Water Front Plat'
through existing city park property to and through the loop at the
,outlook point of Cap Sante City Park, by grading, draining, surfacing
and the construction of asphaltic concrete pavement, approximately
29 in depth and from 2" 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 dittrict 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, Pagda 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 and esasterly 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 Washington relating to this t3r2e of improvement, and shall include
all property lying between the terninii of the improvements abutting upon,
adjacent to or prozimate to the streets, avenue and roads proposed to be
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improved.
Mr. Raymond Robinson spoke from the audience and stated that tere is a
definite drainage problem on his property which is located in this proposed
improvement district. A lenghy discussion followed, and Mayor Strom
assured Mr. Robinson that the drainage problem would be studied and a solution
worked out. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded that the Resolution of
Intention be adopted and adopted and given the number 49, and that the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign, and that the Clerk be instructed to publish and notifh
affected property owners. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Mansfield, And Strom. Motion carried.
City Attorney mead a proposed agreement between Puget Sound Power and
Light Company, and the City of Anscortes regarding the sight at Mt. Erie
described a; follows:
The Northeast 4 of the Northwest ! and the Northwest z
of the Northeast 4 of Section 12, Township 34 North,
Range 1 East, W. N., EXCEPT road.
The lease would run for a 25-year period and the payment would be $30.00
annually.
The City Attorney stated that he could find no objection to the form of
the proposed agreement, but that it was his recommendation that the City refrain
from signing the leaseuntil they had received written approvel of the Kiwanis
Club and Mr. Driftmier as Executor of the Gus Henslers Estate. Mr. Mansfield
moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign
the lease providing it meets with the approval of the Kiwanis Club and the
Henslers Estate. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the 2nd half of December, 1961 were read
to the Council and upon hearing no objection the Mayor referred them to the
Finanace 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 drawnin favor bf same. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius
Dickinson, Ford Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
City Manager presented to the Council the retained percentage due
Pittsburgh-Demoines Steel Company for the additionsio the Central Filter Palnt
in the amount of $3,333.30 Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that
recommendation of*the Manager be accepted and the warrant be issued Pittsburgh-
Demoines Steel Company to pay the retained percentage. Roll call. All ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Dickinsonm Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
City Manager reported to the Council that there would be a meeting in
Portland, Oregon, on Wednesday, January 3, 1962, to lay the final plans for
the Northwest City Managerst Association Convention to be held in Yakima on
February 22, 23, and 24th . He requested to attend the Planning Meeting
in Portland. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Antonius seconded the request of the
City Manager by allowed. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson
Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom read a letter frcm Mr. Charles Van Meter submitting his
resignation as Civil Defense Director for the City of Anacortes. Dr. Strom
commended Mr. Van Meter on his tireless efforts during his five-year term as
Director and accepted the resignation with regret. Mr. Mansfeedl moved and
Mr. Ford seconded that a letter of appreciation be sent to Mr. Van Meter for
his work as Civil Defense Director. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion Carried.
mayor Strom reported to the Council that it was his recommendation that
Mr. Loren Welch be names to fill the 3rd Ward Council position recently t
vacated by Mr. James Rice. Mr. Ness Moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded the
recommendation be accepted and Mr. Loren Welch be appointed coucnilman for
the 3 rd Ward. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion Carried.
Mayor Strom reported thathe has received a communication from Congressman
Jack Weslund regarding the completion date on the new post office.
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Mayor Strom dec'Ured the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
I, DINNE ERHOLM, duly appointed Clerk of She City of Anacortes, do hereby
certify that the above is a true and correct copy of the Council meeting
minutes held on January 2, 1962
January 16, 1962
A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Ara cortes was called
1bp order at 7:30 p/m. with Mayor Strom presiding.
The invocation was presented by Reverend Clarence Ostrom, Pastor of the
Church of God.
The City Clerk administered the oth of office to Mr. Loren Welch as
Councilman of the third ward. Mayor Strom welcomed Mr. Welch to the Council.
Roll call. Ness,ANtonius, Welch, 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. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Welch, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom delcared the hearing on the proposed L. I• D. #156, the property
described a s follows open:
"on "i{" Avenue as platted on 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 of 12th Strret to the north line of 22nd
Street; 13th Street as platted in Queen Anne Addition to the City of Anacortes
and MunksI Queen Anne Addition to the City of Anacortes frobf- the west line of
"K" Avenue to the east line of I Avenue; 14th Street as platted in Queen Anne
Addition to the City of Anacortes from the west line of K Avenue Ito:'the east line
of J Avenue; 15th 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 Pia t of the City of Anacortes from 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 Henslerfs Second Dddition 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
south line of 17th Street to the south line of 18th Street by grading, draining
surfacing, and the construction of asphaltic concrete pavements, approzimately,
two inches(211) in depth, with eight inches (811) of base material and thirty-six
feet (36t) in width, along with necessary concrete curbs and gutters and
drainage facilities where required, and on K Avenue and 17th Street be installi-og
two inches (211) of pit run gravel as additional balast.11
The City Attorney gave a complete resume of the legal aspects of Local
Improvement Districts and explained how they are financed.
Councilman Ford explained the area invloved to be improved by the L. I. D.
Councilman Mansfield explained how the affected property is assessed.
The City Manager explained the engineering process invbbved in the Local
Improvement District.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council that protests from affected property
owners totaling 20.7 per cent of the affected property have been received. The
protests were in the area of 13th , 14th and 15th Streets west of "K" Avenue,
most of this area being on dyad -end Streets.
Many affected property owners spoke from the audience asking questions
regarding the Local Improvement District. Mr. Elmer Knudson ask&d the Council
why a junk yard was allowed on 17th Street in an R-1 zone. Air. Gordon
Lamphier, the owner of said junk yard spoke from the audience and stated that
it wasn't a junk yard. Mayor 6trom requested the City Manager and City
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Attorney to look into this matter.
Mayor Strom then declared the hearing closed.
The Council discussed at length the aspects involved in this L. I. D. due
to the h ct that practically 90 percent of the property owners in the area of
13th, 14th and 15th Streets west of 11K1' Avenue were opposed to the paying,
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City Attorney be instructed to pre
prepare a new resolution of intention for the affected area which would
delete 13th, 14th, and 15th Streets west of "K" And present it at the next
Council meeting. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the issuance of bonds on
L. I. D. #154 in the total principle sum of $71,330.37. Mr. Ford moved and
Mr. Mansfield seconded that the resolution be adopted and given the number 50
and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ness,
Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the filing of an
application to apply fur funds to aid in financing the cost of engineering
and architectual surveys, designing, plans, work drawings, and specifications
for domestic sewage treatment facilities and authorizing the City Manager to sign
on behalf of the City the application for financial aid in defraying the cost
of plan for the application. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ford seconded that
the resolution be adopted and given the number 51; and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign. Roll Call. All ayes: Ness, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a resolution transferring the sum of $132.33 from
the Current Expense miscellaneous account to the budget of the City Clerk to
bring into balance the Clerk's 1961 budget. Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Dickinson
seconded the resolution be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
sign. Roll call. All ayes: Noss, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strcn. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a petition from Mr. Lawrence E. Nicholson and Mrs.
Dorothy Nicholson requesting the vacation of the east Ito feet of V Avenue
lying north of the north line of Second Street. The petition stated that in
consideration for the vacation, the property owners were willing to give the City
for street purposes the triangular piece of porperty located at the inersection
of 3rd and V Avenue for a frantage of some 30 feet on V Avenue and 70 feet on
Third Street. The petition was further signed by Mr. E. E. Dodge and Tempa E.
Dodge stating that they have nolobjection to the petition and joined with the
petitioners in the same Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded the rgquest be
referred to the Plannigg Commission and they report back to the Council. Roll
call. All ayes: Ness, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids have been received for
automotive tires for the City for the year of 1962. He stated only one bid had
been received from Service Station Supplies in the amount of $1,169.31. Mr.
Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded the bid of Service Station Supplies be
accepted. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that bids have been received for the Police
car for the year of 1962. Bids are as follows:
Trulson Motor Company, 1962 Chevrolet V8 r door Sedan, $2,525.08
Evergreen Motors Sales, Inc. 1962 Ford Galaxie, $2,658.80
Swenson Motor Company, V8 Plymouth 230 H. P., $2,395.00
:DepehdAble Motor Co., Inc. 1962 Dodge Police Pursuit, $2,414.27
A discussion followed and the matter was tabled for the present until more
information on the comparative values of the cars were ascertained.
The City Manager reported that bids have been received for the printing
for the year 1962 from the Anacortes American in the amount of $1.00 per inch
for the first insertion and 800 per column for each subsequent insertion. Mr.
Ness moved and Mr. Ford seconded the bid of the Anacortes American be Approved.
Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
Motion carried.
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Mr. French presented to the Council the progress payment for B & B
Plumbing and Heating for the pipe line relocation west of the Swinomish Channel
in the amount of $24,254.77. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the
payment be accepted and when the money has been received from the State Highway
Department the paymenttD B and B be authorized. Roll call. All ayes: Ness,
Welch, Dickinson, FORD, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. French presented the Council with Change order #2 in the amount of
$877.67. Mr. French stated this Change order has occurred due to the fact
that it was necessary to re -coat five lengths of the City's pipe which was used
im the city project, and the work was done by B & B Plumbing and Heating.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded the same order be accepted. Roll call.
All ayes: Ness, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency ordinance transferring from
the cash balance in the sanitation fund to the sahitatAon budget;•of.1961%:the'..'•.On
burn *of $3, 20411171aeMr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded t13 t the
hearing date of the proposed emergency ordinance be set for February 1, 1962,
at 7:30 p.m. and the Clerk be authorized to publish. Roll call. All ayes:
Ness, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency :ordinance transferring the
sum of $149.99 from cash balance in the Cemetery fund to the 1961 budget of the
Cemetery Department. Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded that
the hearing date of February 6, 1962, be set on the proposed emergency ordinance
and the Clerk's be authorized to publish. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Welch,
Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
The final claims against the Cray for the year 1961 were read to the Council
and upon hearing no objections the mayor referred them to the Fira nce Committee.
Upon favorable report by the Fira nce Committee, a motion was im de by Mr. Mansfield
and seconded by Mr. Dickinson that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn
in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Dickinson, Welch, Mansfield,
Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the first half of January 1962, were
read to the Council and upon hearing no objections the Mayor referrred them
to the Finance Committee. Upon Favorable report by the Finance Committeep a
motion was made by Mr. Ford and seconded by Mr. Dickinson tYa t the claims be
allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Welch,
Dickinson, Mansfield, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The Treasurer's Report for the year of December 1961 was accepted and ordered
place on file.,
The City Manager presented comparative figures for various City Fund
balances for the year 1957 and 19f 1 to the Council.
The City Manager presented the report tegarding the utility, water, sewer,
and gargabe billing presently being done in Mount Vernon to the Council.
The City Manager requested permission to call for bids for a pick-up truck
for the Cemetery Department in an amount not to exceed $500.00 and a dump
truck for the Street Department. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson seconded
that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids on these two items.
Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Welch, Dickinson, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom
Motion carried.
The City Attorney requested permission to close his office from January 20
to January 31, 1962. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Dickinson heconded the request of
the City Attorney be accepted. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Welch, Dickinson
Ford, Mansfield and Str cn. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 11:16 p.m.
I, DIANE BRHOLM, duly appointed clerk of the City of Anacortes, Washington,
do hereby cei^tify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the city
Council Mifau6es of the meeting held on January 16, 1962
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DIANE ERHOLM,
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A REgular meting 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 presented by ReveraAd Seymour.
Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Welch, Ford and Strom
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 has a copy :)for
study and that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon
rquest, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll call. All ayes
Ness, Antonius, Welch, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the hearing on the proposed L. I. D. #157,
the property described as follows, open:
V Avenue from the south line of 6th Street to a point 35 feet
south of the south line of First Street, Third Street from
the east line of V Avenue to Pagoda Place, Pagoda Place from .
Third Street to East Park Drive, East Park Drive from Pagoda
Place to the north line of 5th Street, Fifth Street from the
meander line to the east line of V Avenue, Second Street from
the west line of V Avenue to the east line of U Avenue, U
Avenue from the Meander line to the north line of Fourth Street,
diagonal road leading from the south line of Sixth Street and
V Avenue to the south line of Seventh Street and W Avenue
tiW Avenue from the south line of Seventh street to the center
line of the alley in Blcok 35 of Bowman's Central Ship Harbor
Water Front Plat, thence southerly and easterly to and along
Ninth Street and southerly and easterly through vacated blocks
of Bowman's Central Ship Harbor Water Front Plat of the City
of Ansortes on existing gravel road to and through the loop
at the outlook point of Cap Sante City Pakr, by grading
draining, surfacing, and paving the same where required, and
by installing such drainage facilities as are required and
doing such other work as may be necessary in connection
therewith.
Mayor Strom gave a general resume of the L. I. D. procedure .
The City Attorney explained the legal aspects involving in
L. I. D.
The City Manager explained the actual paving that would be done and
the area located in the improvement.
Mayor Strom reported to the Council that he had been informed that
a tertian affected property owner would protest the paving if
approximately 200 feet east of East Park Drive were left in the paving
project. A discussion followed, and the City Attorney stated that if
the Council wished, it could delete this portion from the project.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Welch seconded that the Coucnil delete the
approzimately 200 feet east of East Park Drive from the paving project.
Roll call. Ayes: Welch, and Ford. Nayes: Ness, Antonius, and Strom.
Motion defeated. The City Manager presented to the Coucnil an
affidavit of mailing the hearing notice, a preliminary estimate of
the cost of the proposed improvement, and a letter showing the
assessed valuation of the land within district and improvements on the
property with the proposed district. Mayor Strom declared the hearing
closed.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding
a petition from Dr. L. E. Nicholson and Dorothy Nicholson for the
vacation of the east 40 feet of V Avenue lying north of the north line
of Second Street. The Commission recommended the following: that the
east 40 feet of V Avenue from the north line of second Street to a
point 116 feet north of the north line of V Avenue be vacated. The letter
further stated that the reason for the change from the original request
is that the Anacortes Planning Commission felt that the full width access
to the water at this point would someday be beneficial to the City.
Dr. Nicholson spoke from the audience and explained the reasons for
his request. Councilman Welch requested a diagram of the proposed
vacation be presented the evening of the hearing. Mr. Ford moved and
Mr. Ness seconded that the hearing date be set on the proposed
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vacation for March 6, 1962, at 7:30 p.m., and the City Clark be
instructed to post the prnpprty. Roll call: All Ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Welch, Ford, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from Anaco T. V. and Appliances
requesting two parking loading spaces directly east of the present
loading space on Seventh and Commercial. The Clerk also read aletter
from Pacific Gas and Fuel requesting vacating one parking meter space
at the same location. Mr. Clifford Kelly, co-owner of Anaco T. V•
and Appliances stated that in their new location there is no alley
space available, as them had been in there old location.- Chief Beebe
spoke from the audience and stated that with the loss of two parking
meter spaces Swenson Motor Company might object. Councilman Ford
moved and Councilman Ness seconded that the matter be referred to the
City Manager and the Police Chief and they be instructed to contact
Mr. Swenson regarding his feelings on the matter and be brought up
to the Cftncil at a later date. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Welch, Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Bureau of Community
Development stating that in February, Mr. Hussan E1 Din Aly Sabet of
Egypt, Special Assistant to Administrator for Public Relations,
Ehyptian American Rural Improvembnt Service would be in the area. They
requested that the Ctiy Officials be available for a lunbheon with him
Tuesday, February 15, 1962. Mayor Strom asked Mr.s Antonius to
take charge of this worthwhile project.
The City Manager presented the Council with a tabulation on thw
bids for the 1962 Police car. They were as follows: Trulsnn Motor
Company, $2,525.08: Evergreen Motors, $2,658.8p: Swenson Motor Company,
$2,395.00; Dependab3mm Motor Company, $2,414.27. The Chief of Police
spoke from the audience regarding the merits of the various automobiles
and stated that in the past the performance of the two Plymounths and
not been too satisfactory.
Mr. Charles Overton, Maintenance man for the city, spoke from the
audience and stated that in the pat there had been constatn trouble with
the steering mechiaism in the Plymouth.
The City Manager stated that in previous years the Plymouth had a
six -cylinder motor, and that the eight -cylinder motor would be an
entireley different matter.
Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Ness seconded that the bid of
Swenson Motor Company be accepted and a 1962 Plymouth Police Special
be voted. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford, Strom. Nayes: Welch. Motion
carried.
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The City Clerk read a report from the Century 21 City Beautification
Committee prepardd by Mrs. David B. Smith, Chairman. The report stated
the various projects the committee has undertaken and requested the
Council, to adopt the Azalea as the official flower of the City of
Anacortes. The Committee also requested the Ctiy to enter the official
"anit-litter" campaign and designate the last week in March as Anacortes
Clean-up Week and "Anti -litter" Week. Councilman Ford moved and
Councilwoman Antonius seconded that the request of the Centuray 21
City Beautification Committee be accepted and the Azalea be designated
as the official flower of the City of Anacortes, and the last week in
March be designated as Anacortes Clean-up week. Roll call. All ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Ford, Strom and Welch.
The City Attorney read a proposed ordianance providing for the
improvement of V ,Avenue from the south line of 6th Street to a point
35 feet south of the south line of First Street., Third Street from the
east line of V Avenue to Pagoda Place, Pagoda Place from Third Street
to East Park Drive, East Park Drive from Pagoda Place to the north line
of 5th Street, Fifth Street from the wemeander line to the east line of
V Avenue, Second Street from the west line of V Avenue to the east
line of U Avenue, U Avenue from the meander line to the north line of
Fourth Street, diagonal road leading from the q outh line of Sixth
Street and V Avenue to the south line of Seventh Street and W Avenue
W Avenue from the south line of Seventh Street to the center line of
the alley in Block 35 of Bowman's Central Ship Harbor Water Front
Plat, thench southlrly and easterly to and along Ninth Street and southerly
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and easterly through vacated blocks of Bowman's Central Ship Harbor
Water Front Plat of the City of Anacortes on existing gravel road to and
through the loop at the outlook point of Cap Sante City Prk., by grading
draining, surfacing, and paving the same where required, and by instal-
ling such drainage facilities as are required and doing such other work
as may be necessary in connection therewith.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the ordinance be
adopted and given the number 1316, and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to sign.,, Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford, Ublch, and
Strom. Motion Carried.
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The City Attorney read a proposed resolution of intention to order
improvement on the following described property:
nKI Avenue as platted in Queen Anne Addition to the City of
Anacortes, Original Plat of the City. of Amortes, and Hensler's
Second Addition to the City of Anacortes; from the south
line of 12th Street to the north line of 22nd street; 17th
Street as platted in the Original Plat of the City of Anacortes
from 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 south line of 17th
Street to the south line of 18th Street, as follows:
By grading, draining, surfacing and the construction of
asphaltic concrete pavement where required, approximately
two inches (211) in depth, with ei ht inches (811) of base
material and thifty-six feet (36, in width, along with
necessary concrete curbs and gutters and 2 drainage facili-
ties where requred, and in K Avenue and 17th Street by
installing two inches (211) of pit run gravel as additional
ballast.
Mr. Welch moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the resolution be accepted
and given the number 52, and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
sign, and the hearing date of March 20, 1962, at 7:30 p.m/ be set.
and the Clerk be authorized to notify property owners. Roll call. All,
ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford, Welch, and Strom.
The City Attorney gave a second reading to a proposed emergency
ordinance transferring the sum of $149.99 from cash balance in the
Cemetery Fund to the 1961 budget of the Cemetery Department. Mayor
Strom declared the hearing open on the proposed emergency ordinance.
There being no one in the audience wishing to speak for or against
the ordinance, Mayor Strom declared the hearin g closed. Mr. Ness
moved and Mrs. Antonius seconded the ordinance be adopted and given
the number 1317 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll
call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford, Welch, and Strom. Motion
carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed emergency ordin nce transferring
from the cash2balance in the sanitation fund to the sanitation budget
of 1961 the sum of $3, 2044.11. MR. Welch moved and Mr. Ness seconded
that the proposed emergency ordinance be adopted and given the number
1318 and the Mayor and Clerk be auth orized•to sign. Roll call. All
ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford, Welch, And Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom appointed Mr. Welch in the place of Mr. Mansfield om
the Finance Committee.
The claims against the City for the second half of'January, •1962,
were read to the Council and uporn hearing no objections the-Malror
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. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Welch, Ford,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had been in
contact with the State Highway Department regarding the installation
of a 40-inch Basing beside the 24-inch water line in the Swinomish
section of the highway re -location.
Febra ury 6, 1962 continued
The City Manager presented the Council with a contract for
engineering services of Stevens and Thompson to make an engineering
study on the economical feasiblilty of purchasing supplemental domestic
water supplies from the Skagit County Public Utility District, and
estimation of costs to be incurred by the City to -increase their
existing water supply facilites as necessary to deliver an
equivalent amount of domestic water into theri transmission syttem.
The City Manager stated that the cost of the report would not
exceed $2,000.00 and that matching funds would be available under
the Housing and Home Finance Agency. Mr. Welch moved and Mr. Ness
seconded tha contract with Stevens and Thompson be adopted, but Welch
further stated that the records show that it was his opinion that the
City sould apply for a largerloan with Housing and Home Finance in
the amount of $3,500.00. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford,.
Welch, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom delcared the meeting adjourned at 10:08 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed clerk of the City of Anacortes, Washington
do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correctcopy of
the City Council minutes of the meeting held on February 6, 1962.
February 20, 1962
A regular meeting of the City Councilfor the City of Anacortes was called
to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding.
The Invocation was presented by Reverend Seymour.
Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Welch, Ford, Mansfield and Strom.
The Minutes of the previous meeting were cbn idered.and after heaf'ing
no alterations or corrections, Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded that
due to the fact that each councilman has 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. A� ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Welch, Ford,
Mansfield and Strom. Motnnn carried.
The City Manager reported that bids had been received on a dump truck,
The bids are as follows: Trulson Motors, $4,180.96: Trulson Motors, $4,164.32:
Trulson Motors, $5,283.92; Trulson Motors, $5,261.52; Cook Motors, $4.752.00;
Frankts Used Cars, $5,227.00; Dependable Motors, $4y.6?7.78. Councilman Ford
moved and Councilman Mansfield sedonded that the bids of Trulson Motors in the
amount of $4,164.32 be accepted. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Welch, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received on
a used pick up truck for the Cemetery Department.. and that at the time of
the bid opening two bids had been received. He further stated that he had
been in ca munication with Mr. F. B. Whittman, owner of Frank's Used Cars.
and Mr. Whittman had informed him that since the time of the bid he had sold
the truck he was bidding ipon. Mr. French further stated that the Cemetery
Superintendent had driven the truck bid by Baker Radiator and Glass Service and
that the Cemetery Board had recommeded that this bid be accepted. Mr. Ness
moved and Mr. Ford seconded the recommendation of the City Manager and the
Cemetery Board be accepted and that the bid of Baker Radiator and Glass Service
in the amount of %500.00 be accepted. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The C itym Clerk read a communication from the Federal Aviation Agency
regarding the proposed heliport tote erected on the bbspital grounds south
of 24th Street, east of M Avenue. The Communication requested comments on
the above proposed heliport. A discussion followed, and Mr. Mansfield moved
and Mr. Dickinson seconded that the City Mangger be authorized to nQti.fy the
Federal Aviation Agency of the Councilts endorsement, subject to Planning
Commission clearance. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Welch, Mansfield and Strom. Motion carried.
hbruary 20, 1962
The City Clerk read a letter from Mr, George E. Giffin requesting the
leasing of 80 lineal feet street right-of-way end of "Q" Avenue on Guemes
Channel, known as the old Guemes Ferry Dock. He also requested to be granted
a first option on this property. The City Attorney reported to the Council
that the City could not grant a first option, and they cannot have a leasa for
more than a ten-year period.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Port of Anacortes requestipg the
vacation of the west half of Q Avenue lying north of the meander line. The
petition further stated the additional facilities the Port was desirous of
installing on this property. Councilman Mansfirld stated that this request
was vital and had a great over all value to the community. Mr. Robert Keller
spoke from the audience and further explained the Port's stand in this matter,
Councilman Mansfield requested that the City and Port work closely together
to find a suitable place for Mr. Giffins proposed business. Councilman Ford
moved and Councilman Ness seconded that both requests of the Port Commission
and Mr. Giffin be referred to the Planning Commission. Roll call. All ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Welch, Ford, Mansfield, Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from Mr. Tom Graler, A. S. B. Secretary,
stating that the Associated Student Body was desirous in participating in a
Student Government Day and had turned their request over to the Administration,
and that any further correspondence would be between the City and the
Administration. Mayor Strom ordered the letter placed on file.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Department of Commerce and Economic
Development stating that the City's application for machine funds had been
approved. Mayor Strom ordered the letter placed on file.
The City Clerk read a letter from Mr. Ernest E. Brooks requesting permission
to operate the concession at Washington Park, but that in addition to the food
items that have previously been for sale at the concession, Mr. Brooks requested
permission to sell certain fishing equipment. The City Manager stated that
he had been in communication with Mr. Lloyd O'Neil who is presently leasing
the concession, and Mr. O'Neil was not desirous in continuing his operation.
A discussion followed, and Councilman Mansfield moved and Councilman Dickinson
seconded that the matter be referred to the Park Board and a recommendation
from this Board be made prior to the next meeting of the Council. Roll call.
All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford, Dickinson, Welch, Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Council then canvassed the votes cast for the Primary Election
held on February 13, 1962, and opened the absentee ballbts, and are as follows:
Candidate Votes at Election Absentees Total
Position No. 1
Frank Russell
179
5
18h
Henry Biesheuvel
56
56
Position No. 2
Nina M. Antonius
234
8
242
Harold Harker
96
1
97
Charles Hopke
283
12
295
Loren F. Welch
88
6
94
Position No. 3
Ken T. Sherman 870
Eugene A. Strom 933
27
29
897
962
Position No. 4
Theo D. Kast
189
7
196
Jerry L. Mansfield
165
8
173
Marion A. Peck
683
19
702
Donald E. Smith
91
91
A. I. Mustacich
611
22
633
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February 20, 1962 continued
Candidate Votes at Election Absentees Total
Position No. 5
Stanford Lewis
75
1
76
Don H. McDugle
592
15
597
Ted Ness
752
22
774
Lew Weekley
366
17
383
Position No. 6
Dorothy R. Bartholomew
257
14
271
James Rice
881
33
914
George Brado
609
10
619
The City Attorney read a resolution authorizing the investment of $50,000
from the Sewer Revenue Fund, $21,000 from Water Reserve, and $10,000 from Water
Revenue.
Mr. Mansfield moved, and Mr. Ness seconded the resolution be adopted and
the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with a Change Order #3 for B & B=
Plumbing on the pipe line relocation west of the Swinomish Channel for cost
of water line repair over a period in the amount of $405.15. Mr. Ford moved
and Mr. Mansfield seconded the Change Order be accepted and the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson,
Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the first half of February, 1962, 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. Mansfield and seconded by Mrs. Antonius that the
claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. All ayes: Ness.
Antonius, Welch, Ford, Dickinson, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The Treasurerts report was accepted and ordered placed on file.
The City Manager reported that hb had been in communication with General
Buchannan of the Washington State National Guard regarding the Armory site.
As General Suchannan stated that as of this date the 32 acres leased by the
Nationikl Guard had not been approved by headquarters due to the fact that it
was not enough land. General Buchannan had hoped that the City would look
into its various property to find a ten -acre site that would be suitable.
Mr. French stated that he and a representative of the National Guard had
surveyed property at Whistle Lake and that it seemed suitable. Mayor Strom
stated that the Council would thin upon this vital question.
The City Manager reported to the Council that regarding the application
for Federal Funds to finance the combined water study with PUD, the City
would have to make application for the exact amount needed for the survey,
in this case, $2,000.00, instead of the $3,500.00 that had been discussed
at the last meeting. He stated that a representative of Stevens and Thompson
would be in Anacortes within the next few days to make out the application.
The City Manager reported that Mr. James. Norton had proposed a survey
of the cathodic protection survey necessary on the 1611 and 2011 steel pipe
that is presently installed on R Avenue. He stated that the cost of this
would be approximately $1,250.00 for the equipment and less than $700.00 for
engineering. He further stated that a great deal of work on this project
could be done by present water department crews. Councilman Mansfield moved
and Councilman Ness seconded that the City engage the firm of James F. Norton,
Corrosive Engineer, to install cathodic protection on the R Avenue water
line, and the City Manager be authorized to call for bids on the equipment.
Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the Northwest City
Managerst Association would meetiin Yakama on February 22, 23, and 24, 1962,
and requested permission to attend. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded
the Manager's request be accepted and he be allowed to attent the convention.
Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Welch, Ford, Mansfield., and
Strom. Motion carried.
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February 20, 1962 continued
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had checked with Mr. Palmer y
Swenson regarding the proposed loading zone for Anaco T. V. located on Eighth
Street, and that Mr. Swenson had no objections. Mr. Ford moved and Mr.
Mansfield seconded the request of Anaco T. V. and appliances be accepted and
they Pe granted one additional parking stall. Roll call. All ayes: Ness,
Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Idelch, Mansfield, and Strom. Motionecarried.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 9:40 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 of February 20, 1962
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I NE EH=3 I
March 6, 1962
A regular meeting of the City Council of Anacortes was called to ordet
at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Strom presiding.
The Invocation was presented by Father Marner.
Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Welch, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
_The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alternations 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. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Welch, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the hearing on the proposed vacation of 'IV', Avenue
lying north of the north line of second street open. The Clerk again:,read
the original petition from Dr. and Mrs. L. E. Nicholson, and,the recommendation
of the Planning Commission --that being, the east 40, of V Avenue from the
north line of Second Street to a point 116' north of the north line of V
Avenue be vacated.
The City Manager explained to the Council the areas involved.
A discussion followed, and Mrs. W. H. Beasner presented the Council with
a petition signed by residents of the City protesting the vacation. The petition
further stated that it was the opinion of the petitioners that scenic areas
are rightfully a part of all of the people of Anacortes. The petition further
requested the Council to establish a policy for keeping the full width of all
scenic street ends presently platted with the exception of those vacations
to industry. A lengthy discussion followed, and various members of the
audience spoke to the Council.
The City Clerk read a letterifrom Mr. Frank Taylor of 415 Fifth Street
vigorously protesting the proposed vacation. A discussion followed and the
City Attorney explained that this Council could not bind a future Council'
regarding policies on street vacations. Ns. Welch moved and Mrs. Antonius
seconded that the request for vacation be disallowed. Roll call. All ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Welch, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
A continuing discussion on the proposed vacation followed and Mr. Mansfield
moved and Mr. Welch seconded the Clerk be instructed to file the petition and
the action by the Council on this va6ttion for the reference Of future Councils,
and that this Council continue to judge each request for vacation on its
mef-its. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Welch, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strcn. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the hearing closed.
The City Manager reported to the Uuncil..that he had been in contact with
the Park Board regarding the request of Mr. Ernest Brooks to take over the
concession at Washington State Park. It was the recommendation of the Park
Board that Mr. Brooks' request be allowed and that he be allowed to sell fishing
gear limited to the swivel down.
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March 6, 1962 continued
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' The Part• Board further recommended that Mr. Brooks lease the concession
for a three-year period. Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Ness seconded the request of the:-.
City Manager and the Park Board be accepted and the lease be given to Mr. Brooks.
Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Ford, Dickinson, Welch, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
A letter was fead from the Planning Commission regarding the request of the
vacation of the west half of 'IQ" Avenue. The Planning Commission recommended that
the vacation of the west half of Q Avenue street end north of the meander line
be vacated subject to the approval of the Fire Marshall. A discussion followed
regarding the proposed vacation as to whether or not the City should vacate the
property or lease the property to the Port. The matter was referred to the City
Manager and City Attorney to contact the Port authorities regarding the possibility
of leasing the property to them and to report back to the Council.
The City Attorney read a resolution to apply to the HHFA to obtain interest -
free funds to conduct a water study in the amount of $3,500. Mr. Ness moved and
Mr. Mansfield seconded the resolution be adopted and given the number 53 and
the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with final payment to B & B on the
pipe line relocation'west of the Swinomish Channel in the amount of $14,305.22.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Mansfield seconded the payment of $14,305.22 be allowed.
Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with Change Order #4 in the amount
of $2,612.50. The City Manager stated that due to the fact that additional pit
run gravel had to be placed on the Stevenson Road. Mr. Ford moved and Mr.
Mansfield seconded'the change order be accepted and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Welch, Mansfield, and Strom. motion carried.
The City Manager reported:to the Council that he had been notified by the
Highway Department that they are disallowing Change Order #3 which occurred at
the time the contractor was making connection with the line.
The City Manager stated that being the engineers had an inspector on the
job at all times, it t•:as his opinion that the City was in no way responsible
and that it was the repponsible of either the engineering firm or the contractor.
Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Welch seconded that the City Manager and City Attorney-
contact the Contractor and the Engineers and discuss this matter and report back
to the Council. Roll call. A111ayes: Ness, Antonius, Welch, Dickinson, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The Claims against the City for the second half of February, 1962, 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. Ford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Welch, Ford,
Dickinson, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried;
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had received contracts
from the HHFA for the interest -free loan for the Sewage Treatment Plant Study and
that it was his recommendation that the contracts be referred to the City
Attorney.
The City Manager presented the Council with a contract to be entered into
by the City and the Department of Commerce and Economic Development for the
second phase of planning on the Comprehensive Plan. He recommended that these
be referred to the City Attorney to be approved.
The City Manager reported briefly gn the Northwest City Managers' Convention
he had attended recently in Yakima.
Mayor Strom read a letter from Mrs. E. G. Englebright thanking him for his
assistance in gathering information concerning Mr. Erie City Park for publication
in the North Cascades Conservation Council newsletter.
Mayor Strom presented the Council with a copy of the publication which stated
that one of the most unusual parks in Washington State was Mr. Erie Park. The
article further paid tribute to Gud Hensler who donated 120 acres to the City and
to the Kiwanis Club who donated 40 acres to the City.
174 March 6, 1962 continued
The City Attorney reported to the Council that he had studied the contracts
and that he did approve them as to from. Mr. Ford moved and Xr. Ness seconded
that the Mayor and Cleric be authorized to sign the contract for interest -free �
funds for the Sewage Treatment Plant Study and the second phase of the Comprehensive
Plan. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
March 20, 1962
A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Ana c ortes wa s
called to order at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Strom presiding.
The Invocation was presented by Father Marner.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alternations or corrections, Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Mansfield 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. All ayes: Ress, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom then reported to the Council that it was time to canvass tha
votes of the City General Election held March 13, 1962, and to 6p6h,.-the absentee
ballots. He stated that to have an absolutely impartial count of the absentee
votes he had requested two Certified Public Accountants, namely Don Escher and
Bill Etter to assist in the canvassing of the votes and the absentee ballot
tally. The results of the City General tlection held on March 13, 1962, are as
follows:
Candidate
Votes at Election
Absentees
Total
Position No. 1
Frank Russell
214
8
222
Henry Biesheuvel
132
4
137
Position No. 2
Nina M. Antonius
447
32
479
Charles Hopke
577
26
603
Position No. 3
Ken T. Sherman
1309
49
1358
Eugene A. Strom
1324
59
1383
Position No. 4
Marion A. Peck
1356
45
1401
A. I. Mustacich
1248
60
1308
Position No. 5
Don H. McDugle
1 0 —
5?
1458
Ted Ness
1219
57
1276
Position No. 6
James Rice 1312 62 1374
George Brado 1303 45 1348
Mayor Strom declared the hearing on LID No. 156, K Avenue from the south
line of 12th Street to the north line of 22nd Street; 17th Street from -.the west
line of 06mmercial Avenue to the west line of J Avenue; 20th Street from the
west line of M Avenue to the east line of J Avenue; and J Avenue from the
south line of 17th Street to the south line of 18th Street, open.
The City Manager presented the Council with the following documents:
1. Affidavit of mailing the hearing notice
2. Preliminary estimate of cost of proposed improvement
3. Letter showing the assessed valuation of the land within
district and improvements on the property with the proposed
district.
4. Letter showing the outstanding Local Improvement Assessment
against property embraced in this project.
He further sta''ted that protests in his office at the time of the hearing amount
to 1,59751
March 20, 1962 continued
The City Manager explained how the affected property was to be improved
and various residents of the affected area asked questions regarding the
proposed improvement. Mayor Strom then declared the hearing closed and requested
the Attorney to read the proposed ordinance providing for the improvement of
K Avenue from the south line of 12th Street to the north line of 22nd
Street; 17th Street from the west line of Commercial Avenue to the west
line of J Avenue; 20th Street from the west line of M Avenue to the east
line of J Avenue; and J Avenue from the south line of 17th Street to the
south line of 18th Street; by grading, draining, 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.
Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Ness seconded the ordinance be adopted
and given number 1319 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign;
and the Manager be authorized to call for bids on bonds and warrants bn
April 17, 1962. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford,
Welch, Mansfield, and Strom. Motionocarried.
The City Clerk read a letter from Ed Keyes, Advisor to the Sea Scouts,
thanking the Council and all people connected for the use of the gym in the
basement for the many years that the Sea Scouts have been privileged to use
this facility. Mayor Strom requested the letter placed on file.
The City Manager reported to the Council that it was time to open bids
for bonds and warrants on LID No. 157. The bids are as follows:
Statewide City Employees Retirement System 4.40%
Grande & Company, Incorporated 4.60% @100.14
Hughbanks Incorporated 4.7
Councilman N.ansfield moved and Councilwoman Antonius seconded the low bid of
Statewide Retirement in the amount of 4.40% be accepted. Roll call. All ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Fotd, Welch, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received on
the equipment for the cathodic protection of the water line on R Avenue. Bids are
as follows:
Farwest Corrosmon Control Corporation $1,392.00
Maydwell & Hartzell, Incorporated 1,991.77
L. H. Butcher Company 1,285.00
Bid on the first two items ONLY
He further stated that he had not had time to analyze the bids or to contact
the bidders and request additional time before making the recommendation.
The City Manager presented an agreement between the City of Anacortes and
the State Highway Department regarding the traffic signal maintenance. He stated
that the City Attorney had not had an opportunity to examine the agreement
and requested a recommendation from the Attorney before making his recommendation.
The City Manager presented the Council with an agreement between the
City of Anacortes and the State Highway Department for the installation of a
48-inch culvert at the relocation of the highway near the Swinomish Channel.
He stated that the cost would amount to $9,200.00 for this installation. He
further stated that the City Attorney had not had an opportunity to examine
the agreement and requested a recommendation from the Attorney before making
his recommendation. He further stated that the State Highway Department was
desirous of setting up a meeting between Highway official and the City of
Anacortes concerning various phases of the relocation of the water line.
The claims against the City for the first half of March, 1962, 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. Ford and seconded by Mr. Mansfield that the claims be allowed
aPA warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The financial report for the month of February was accepted and ordered
placed on file.
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The City Manager reported to the Council that the protest period on LID
No. 157 had ended on March 9, and that the total protests were 1.424%. He
requested permission to call for bids on.the construction of the improvement.
Councilman Ness moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded the recommendation of
the City Manager be accepted and he be authorized to call for bids. Roll call.
All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Dickinson, Ford, Welch, Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.
Mayor Strom reported on the various communications he had received
regarding Anacortest selection of an ALL-AMERICA N CITY.
City Attorney Wells introduced Iana Cobianco, Diane Wells, and Chris
Anderson.
Mayor Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed Clerk for 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 ch 20, 1.962.
Diane Erholm, C lty Cler
April 3, 1962
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 presented by Reverend Egertson.
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Frank Russell,
Councilman from the First Ward, and to Charles Hopke, Councilman from the
Third Ward. They were then seated at the Council table.
Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no alternations 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. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke,
Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. Hopke then questioned as to why the minutes were not read at each
Council meeting. Mayor Strom explained that due.to the length of
the minutes and in the essence of saving time at the Council meetings,
marry previous Councils as well as the present Council had eliminated
the reading of the minutes due to the fact that each Councilman received
copies of thetminutes and, that extra copies were available at the
Clerk's office.
Mrs. Ann Beasner spoke fromathe audience regarding the approach to
the City on the new highway near the area of the former Weaverling
home. She stated that hhhe had noticed many tourists stopping on
Marine Drive to admire the view and requested the Ctiy lower the speed
limit in that area so that tourists could enjoy the view.
Councilman Mansfield stated that plans were underwpy to pave and to provide
access, parking, and picnic tables near the city limits sign and that
at present the Rotary Club was dealing with the Highway Department on
this subject.
Mr. Hopke stated while he had no ax to the grind; however, he was
deeply concerned about the entrance to Sunset Park and stated that
due to the fact that many trees had been taken out it had created a
wind tunnel and detracting from the natural beauty of Sunset Park. A
lengthy discussion followed and Councilman Ford asked whether or not
any City trees had been cut to date. Park Superintendent Harr spoke
fromt the audience and stated that no city trees had been cut. He further
stated that any trees which had been cut belonged to Skyline on Burrows
Bay. Mayor Strom explained to Mr. Hopke how Skyline's land adjointed
the Park property.
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Mrs. Alice Newland spoke to the Council regarding the City's moral
obligation to keep Sunset Park in the natural area. A further discussion
followed and Mr. Mansfield moved and Mr. Ness seconded that the City
Manager be instructed to cease and desist from cutting any further trees
from Sunset Park. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission requesting a
joint meeting in the Council Chambers of the City Hall at 7:30 p.m. on
Tuesday, April 10, 1962, to discuss the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Hopke
requested the Council set aside any meeting dealing with the Comprehensive
Plan until the new Council is seated. He further stated that it was
his opinion that there was an illegal member seated on the Planning
Commission, namely Dr. James Kelly. City Attorney Wells explained to
Mr. Hopke that the authority of the Planning Commission extends outside
the corporate city limits; therefore, even though Dr. Kelly lives
outside the city limits he is still a legal member of the Commission.
Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded the request of
the Planning Commission be accepted and the meeting be set for April
10, 1962, and that the new Councilman -elect members be invited to
sit in. All ayes:
The City Clerk read a letter from the West Coast Telephone Company
regarding the pay telephone presently3located in the basement of the
City Hall. The letter stated that due to the fact that the placement of
the phone does not justify its existence, the West Coast Telephone
Company requested to locate the booth on the sidewalk just we&t of the
building entrance. The booth would extend approximately 341, onto the
sidewalk. The letter further stated that lighting for the booth would
be available from the "live" circuit within the building and as compensation
for this, the City would receive 10% of the revenue derived from the
telephone.
The letter further stated that the public telephone located at
Washington Park is only used during aperiod of approximately four
months during the year, and that it would be removed shortly after Labor
Day this year and reinstalled shortly before Memorial Day, 1963.
Councilman Ford moved\and Councilman Mansfield seconded that the -pay
phone in the basement of the City Hall be moved to the sidewalk near the
building; entrance and that the telephone at Washington Park be removed
shortly after Labor Day and reinstalled shortly before Memorial Day, 1963.
Park Superintendent Harr stated that the phone is in use before
Memorial Day due to the fact that the ramp traffic starts round the
first of April:- Councilman Mansfield amended Councilman Ford's
motion to state that the date for the installing of the telephone be
the first of April, and Councilman Ford seconded the amended motion.
All ayes.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had been in contact
with the Post Master regarding the possibility of the Post Office
renting space in the City Hall for a period of approximately 10 months
while the Post Office is being remodeled. The space requested is the
Old Chamber of Commerce room which would house the Immigration office.
He further stated that the City would have to install another light
fixture at a cost of $100.00 and that the Post Master was agreeable to
pay $35.00 per month rental, which would include lights, heat, and
janitorial service. The City Planager further stated that this rental
foe had been suggested by a realtor. A lengthy discussion followed
and Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that a price
of $35.00 per month be established for the rental of this room and the
City bear the cost of installation of the light fixture. Roll call.
All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom
Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from Mr. H. Y. Thomas of Thomas Floor
Covering, 1005 Eighth Street, Anacortes, Iashington requesting the
installation of a loading zone on the south side of Eighth Street west
of Commercial at a parking space presently painted yellow. Councilman
Ford moved and Councilmman Ness seconded the request be granted. Roll
call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
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The City Manager presented the Council with tabulations of bids
received for cathodic protettion of the R Avenue water line. The
bids are as follows:
Farwest Corrosion Control Corporation $1,3.92.00
Maydwell & Hartzell, Incorporated 1,991.77
L. H. Butcher Co;rpany 1,285,00
Bid on first two items ONLY
He stated that he had been in contact with the companys involved and
that it was his recommendation that the bid of Farwest Corrosion
Control Corporation in the amount of $1,392.00 be accepted. Councilman
Hopke requested that no action be taken on this bid at this time in that
there had not been sufficient time to study all of the bids received.
The City Manager explained to Mr. Hopke that he had contacted the
Consulting Engineer, James F. Norton, and that it was also their
recommendation that the bid of Farwest Corrosion Control Corporation
be accepted. Mr. Hopke then asked if the amount of cathodic
protection would be sufficient on the line and the City Manager
explained that in the opinion of the Consulting Engineer within three
years the leaks in the line would have diminished by 95%. Councilwoman
Antonius explained to Mr. Hopke that it would be impossible for the
Council to go back over everything that had happened in the past and
that rir. Hopke would have to go along with the Council on many issues
on faith. Mr. Hopke stated that it was difficult for him as a new
Councilman with little knowledge to vote intelligently on these issues.
Mrs. Antonius moved and Mr. Ford seconded the recommendation of the
City Manager and the Consulting Engineer be accepted in the bid of
Farwest Corrosion Control Corporation for cathodic protectionc: of R
Avenue water line in the amount of $1,392.00. Ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Russell, Fdrd, Mansfield, and Strom. Nayes: Hopke. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with an agreement between
the City and the Highi-my Department for the installation of a 48" diameter
culvert under the proposed highway near. the Swinomish Channel. Mr. French
explained the area involved on a diagram drawn to scale. He further
stated that there were 15 water dustomers on the other side of the highway
and if this culvert were not installed the City must either abandon these
customers or extend a smaller line to them. He further stated that it
was the recommendation of the Consulting Engineers, Carey & Kramer, that
the City enter into this agreement with the Highway Department. Councilman
Mansfield stated that this had been discussed at length in a meeting with
the representative of the Highway Department and it was his opinion that
no other discussion was needed. Councilman Hopke stated that it was
difficult for him to understand the drawing due to the fact that it was
a different drawing then he had viewed the night of the meeting with the
Highway Department. Mayor Strom explained to Mr. Hopke that at the
time of the meeting with the Highway Department he had requested Mr.
French to quickly sketch a free -hand drawing of the area involved and
at that time the City Manager had shown the three culverts which had been
proposed and that the Council was only dealing with the one culvert
involved this evening. Councilman Hopke then questioned the City
Manager regarding the length of pipe involved in the culvert, so that
there would be no chance of the cELlvert buckling. Councilman Ford
moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded that the City enter into the
agreement with the Highway Department for the installation of the 481,
diameter culvert at an estimated cost of $9,200.00. Roll call. All
ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.,`
The City Manager presented to the Council the final payment due
B & B Plumbing and Heating on the pipe line relocation in the amount
of $14,390.22. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Ness seconded the
recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the bill be sent to
the Highway Department in the amount of $lh,390.22 and when payment
was received from the Highway Department the City be authorized to pay
B & B Plumbing and Heating in the amount of $14,390.22. Roll call.
All ayes: Yess, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with payment to Carey &
Kramer as Consulting Engineers for the relocation of the water line near
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the Swinomish Channel in the amount of $2,644.97. Councilman Ford
moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded the request of the City
Manager be granted and payment be made to Carey & Kramer in the
amount of $2,664.97 for the relocation of the water line near the
Swinomish Channel. Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Russell, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Nayes: Hopke. Motion carried.
The City Manager requested permission to Call for bids for a
rotary type mower in the amount of $500.00 and a pick up truck for
the Water Department in the amount of $240,00.- Councilman Ness
moved and Councilwoman Antonius seconded the request of the City Manager
be allowed and he be authorized to call for bids on a rotary mower and
a pickup truck. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the second half of March, 1962, 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. Ford and seconded by Mr. Antonius
that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll
call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom explained to the new Councilman the function of the
Finance Committee and stated that this is only special committee on the
Council. He further stated that on all other actions the Council acts
as a committee of the whole.
The City Attorney read an agreement between the City and the Department
of Commerce and Economic Development for the second stage of planning
on the Comprehensive Plan. The agreement stated that the amount involved
was $2,500.00 and that of this amount $200.00 would be services actually
performed by City employees and that the payment of $2,300.00 be made to
the Department of Commerce and Economic Development. Councilman
Ford moved and Councilman Ness seconded the City enter into the
agreement with the Department of Commerce and Economic Development for
the second stage of the Comprehensive Plan. Roll call. All ayes:
Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that there had been a
water break near Avon on March 24, 1962, and that Scott Paper had
had to close down for a period during the time of the water break.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the Association of
Washington Cities meeting would be held in Yakima clay 9, and 11. He
requested that Council members desiring to go should contact him regarding
reservations. Mayor Strom and Councilman Ford expressed desire to
attend the meeting.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had received a
communication from Nike Renquist regarding the Student Government Day
which is to be April 18, 1962. Mayor Strom stated that he hoped'•this
would be an annual affair.
Councilman Mansfield moved and Councilman Ness seconded that the
Council adjourn at 9:30 p.m. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Hopke, ',ussell. Ford, Mansfi&ld, and Strom. Motion carried.
• April 17, 1962
A regu ar 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 presented by Reverend Egerston, pastor of the
Anacortes Lutheran Church.
Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no alternations or corrections, Councilman Ness moved and Councilwoman
Antonius seconded that due to the fact that copies were available at the
City Clerk's office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll
call. All ayes: Nexx, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, Strom.
Motion carried.
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Guest Hearing: Mr. Harold Rader spoke from the audience regarding
the area near the old Walton Lumber site, namely Woods addition to the
City of Anacortes, and stated to the Council that at the pesent time
this tract of land was not platted and that the mmerssof the property
were desirous of platting this property and deeding the City 60 feet
with alley access to the lots. A lengthy discussion followed
during which time Councilman Hopke questioned the fact Of who was to be
responsible for the grading and clearing the streets --the property
owners or the City. A further discussion followed and Councilman Ford
moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded that the request be referred to
the Planning Commission and that the City ITanager be requested to pass
along the comments of the Council to the Planning Commission. Roll call.
All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Nrd, Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Horizons Club (Camp Fire
Girls) requesting permission to hold a cotton candy sale in front of
Western Auto on April 21, 1962. The letter further requested permission
to put signs on the light poles. The City Attorney explained to the
Council that the City has jurisdiction only on the steel standards on
Commercial Avenue, and if they wish to ask permission to place signs on
these poles it would be permissable; however, they would have to get
permission from Puget Sound Power and Light Company to use the wooden
standards. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded that
the request to hold a cotton candy sale in front of Western Auto be
granted and the group be allowed to put signs on the ste&l poles only.
Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a petition from affedted property owners on 17th
Street protesting 17th Street being included In L. I. D. No. 156. A
discussion followed and Councilman Hopke stated that according to the petition
there were 63% against the paving of 17th Street and that it was his
opinion that if people felt that strongly about the project it should
not be forced upon them. He further stated that he had spoken to people
on the street and they had stated to him that they were not against the
paving but felt it courd'be done at a later date.
Councilman Ness stated that he had also talked to people on the
street, and that he was not surprised that this had happened because
during the last municipal campaign and election there had been many -
promises of paving streets at no cost to the property owners. Councilman
Hopke stated that he had never stated that he felt streets could be
paved at no cost to the property owners Councilwoman Antonius stated
that prior to adopting this Resolution of Intention for this local
improvement district, there had been many questioned whether or not the
17th Streetpaving could not be done in the same manner as Cap Sante.
Mayor Strom explained the difference between the terrain and further
explained that the area west of K had been added to the original paving
as rather ari afterthought, due to the fact that some affected property
owners had requested this. He further explained the Councils -action in
deleting this from:the original LID due to the fact that there were
dead end streets only and that marry of the propety owners were on low
fixed incomes and that at the time of the preliminary hearing of the
paving, a petition had bben received by the Council bearing signatures
of approximately 90% of the owners in that area requesting that those
streets be deleted from the paving. Mayor Strom further explained the
legal technicalities in starting over on an LID and stated that the
cost already incurred would have to be absorbed by the City. Mayor
Strom further explained that timing is very important in an LID due
to the fact that there is only a limited amount of favorable weather
conditions in which to lay the paving and also that in recLgiving the best
bid possible timing is also a very important factor. He further stated
that if there was anymore delay it would not be practical to do the
street this year. City Attorney Wells explained how the property is assessed
and further noted that the number of people protesting does not necessarily
mean that it is a clear majority of the property involved. He further
explained that one property owner might 2/3 of the project.
The City Manager explained how the specifications for paving had been
determined. He stated that the specifications used by the City of
Anacortes were similar to State Highway specifications, which had had
50 years of experience in setting up ideal specifications. He further
stated that dollar for dollar this was proven method of doing paving.
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Councilman Hopke then asked if perhaps there had been any indication
from the residents of K Avenue or 20th Street as to whether or not they
yere desirous of paving, and that it was his opinion that we wait until
all the protests have been received before deciding to go ahead with the
paving. The City Manager explained to the Council that at the time the
bids were let for the project the Council could decide whether or not to
go ahead with the project. Councilman Ford moved and Councilwoman Antonius
seconded that the protests be placed on file with the other protests.
Roll call. All ayes: Yess, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council it was time to open bids
on Bonds and War-t•ants on LID No. 156. Bids are as follows:
Statewide City Employees Retirement Systen - 4.40% at par
Grande & Company - 4.40% premium $100.16 of par value
net effective interest rate 4.363
Hughbanks Incorporated - 4.55% $100.01 per $100.00 of bond
Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Ness seconded the bid of Grande and
Company in the amount of 4.40% premium $100,16 of par value, net effective
rate 4.363 for bonds and warrants on LID No. 156 be accepted. Roll
call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
$he City Attorney read a resolution establishing a Sewage Treatment
Planning Fund. The City Manager explained how the funds would be available
through the HHFA. Councilman Hopke stated that he was under the impression
that a survey for a sewage treatment plant had been made by Carey & Kramer
some time ago. The City Attorney stated that no report had been submitted
by Carey & Kramer and that the only partial report had been done by
Sisl.er and Gilkey at the time the sanitary sewers had been installed in
1554. Mayor Strom further stated that when he had attended the Association
of Washington Cities meeting in Seattle last year he had taken time off
to go to the Health Department and speak with them regarding the possibility
of postponing work on the treatment plant until a later date. Mayor
Strom further stated that the State Polution Commission had been adament
in their determination to see that the City of Anacortes had a Sewage
Treatment Plant as soon as possible. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman
Mansfield seconded the resolution be adopted and given the number 54.
Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the first half of April, 1962, 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 Councilman Mansfield and seconded by
Councilwoman Antonius that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn
in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes:, Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Ilotion carried.
The financial report for the month of March was accepted and ordered
placed on file.
The City Manager requested permission to advertise for bids on the
construction of LID 156 to be opened May 14, 1962. Councilman Hopke
then questioned whether or not the bids would be on the entire project
or just on certain streets. Mayor Strom explained to Councilman Hopke
that the bidders at the time the bids were submitted would bid unit
prices which would be determined by the area to be paved and that if
they bid on a large amount and at the time of the bid opening the Council
awarded only a partial amount it would be very unfair to the bidder.
Councilman Hopke then questioned whether or not tests were made of the
material being excavated bef re:7-the peVing--was done as to whether or
not the material being removed from the existing street was suitable to
be used as backfill. The City Manager assured Councilman Hopke that
this was checked and any amount that could be used from the excavated
road was used. Councilman Hopke stated that at the time the road was
constructed to the new Washington State Ferries these tests were made
by the Highway Department. Councilman Ford explained to Councilman
Hopke that there was a different type of road involved. Mayor Strom
explained that the State builds roads and the City builds streets.
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Councilman Russell stated that he had noted in the M Avenue paving project x
there was too much dirt used and not enought gravel. Mayor Strom stated
that he was sure the City Engineering Department was doing the best job
possible to see that adequate ballast was being used; however, he would
instruct the City Manager to be even more vigilant in the future.
Councilman Ness moved and Councilwoman Antonius seconded the City Manager bb
authorized to call for bids for the construction of LID 156, bids
to be opened at 2:00 p.m. Tiay 14, 1962, and to be awarded at the Council
meeting of May 15. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke,
Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor Strom reported on the luncheon on Thursday, April 19, 1962,
at which time Governor Fjermeros of Bodo, Norway would be in Anacortes
and that a luncheon -was being planned and a tour of various industries.
Mayor Strom reported that on Wednesday, April 18, 1962, there would
be aStudent Government Day at the City Hall and introduced the new
Mayor who introduced the Council and the various appointed City Officials
for the day. Mayor Strom stated that he hoped this would be an annual
affair and that he was sure that by having the students actually run
the City for a day they would understand the many problems facing City
Officials.
The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed, qualified, and acting Clerk for the
City of Anacortes, Washington, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is
a true and correct copy of the City Council minutes of the regular
meeting held April 17, 1962. "//1 -/V
lane Erholm, City Clerk
May 1, 1962
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 presented by Reverend Richard L. Stanford,
pastor of the Southern Baptist Church.
Roll call: Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after
hearing no alterations or corrections, Councilman Mansfield moved and
Councilwoman Antonius seconded that due to the fact that copies were
available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be
approved as if read. All ayes. Motion carried.
Mr. Arthur Carlson, representing the Anacortes Rotary Club, spoke
to the Council regarding requests from the Club on three projects.
The first to be to erect a sign proclaiming Anacortes and ALL AMERICAN CITY
on the east City limits. Mr. Carlson explained how the sign would be
erected and further requested that in the event that any City equipment
would be needed on this project it would be available. He further
stated that it was the plan at the present time to have a light over
the sign and requested the City consider the feasibility of the City
taking over the responsibility and payment of the light over the sign.
Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded that the City
be authorized to apply to the State for a permit to erect a sign at
the east city limits of the City. Councilman Hopke then questioned
whether or not the City could take over payment for the light over
the sign. City Attorney Wells informed him that being this was a legal
question, he could not answer at this moment.
Mr. Carlson further stated that the Rotary Club was planning to
run a power line to the Girl Scout Camp located at Little Cranberry
Lake. He stated that the line would be installed according to State
Code and that he was requesting permission to run the line beside
the cross section line and through Park property to the Girl Scout cabin.
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He further statdd that the Rotary Club was planning to digran,well
near the Girl Scout cabin, and that it would provide water facilities.
He stated that if a well could be dugron the property, the installation
of an electric pump would be necessary. Councilman Mansfield moved and
Councilman Ford seconded that the Rotary Club be given permission to erect
a power line and go ahead with their plans to dig•.a well at the camp
site. Roll call. All ayes: Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom. Motion carried.
Mrs. Jane Lubich of 1501 16th Street spoke to the Council regarding
the letters 'she had apparently sent to all members of the Council and
asked what decision the Council would take on these letters. Mayor
Strom stated that he had indeed received a letter, but it had no
signature. Mrs. Lubich asked that the letter be read and considered.
Councilman Mansfield moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that the
letter be read. Roll call. All ayes: Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk then read the letter. A lengthy discussion followed
with various members of the Council explaining to Mrs. Lubich why the
paving was to be constructed as planned. Mrs. Lubich stated that she
was not against paving; however, she felt that it could be done at a
lower rate. Councilwoman Antonius explained to Mrs. Lubich that when
a 'black topping surfact coat was used it was only good for a few years.
Councilman Hopke stated that if the people in the area did not want
the paving it should not be forced on them. Mayor Strom pointed out;:
that this paving was not "forced" on them and that at this moment
there were only 43% total protests on the project. After a further
lengthy discussion Councilman Ford moved and Councilwoman Antonius
seconded that the letter be placed on file. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. byes: Hopke and Russell. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from J. W. Papritz, Chairman of the Chamber
of Commerce sponsored Arts and Crafts Festival, requesting permission
to create a mall from 6th throught 8th Street on Commercial and down
both 7th and 8th Streets from Commercial to 11011 Avenue starting 12:00 noon
on Friday, July 13th throught 12:00 noon on Saturday, July 16th. Dr. Papritz
spoke from the audience explaining how the mall was to be erected and
stated further that in the event of a fire the A -frames could be moved
quickly to provide access. Councilman Mansfield moved and Councilman
Ford seconded that the request be granted subject to the approval of
the Fire and Police Departments. Roll call. All ayes: Antonius,
Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with tabulations of bids
received for the pickup truck for the Water Department. The bids are
as follows:
Swenson Motor Company Dodge $2,438.80
Evergreen Motors Ford 22472.50
Trulson Motor Company Chevrolet 2,440.80
He further stated that all bids met the specifications involved.
Councilman Russell stated that with the resale value involved, it was
his recommendation that the Chevrolet be purchased rather than the
Dodge, even through the Dodge was low bid. He requested a legal
opinion from -the City Attorney on which bid must be accepted. Mr.
Wells stated that it was the lowest and best bid. Councilman Mansfield
stated that he did not like to deviate from accepting the low bid
providing they met the specifications. Councilman Hopke statedcthat
Councilman Russell's experience in purchasing equipment of this order
was extensive. Councilman Russell moved and Councilman Hopke seconded
that the second low bid of Trulson Motor Company be accepted based
on trade-in value. Roll call. Ayes: Antonius, Hopke, Russell,
Mansfield, Nayes: Ford and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with bids received on the
rotory mower. Bids are as follows:
Maryott's
Maryott's
Maryott6s
* Turfco, Inc.
Turfco, Inc.
$439.95 Plus Tax
402.50 Plus Tax
433.50 Plus Tax
469.95
670.00
* Terms: to loth Prox.
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Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded that the low
bid of Maryott's for a 30 inch Roof Mower in the amount of,,$4jb2- 50
plus tax be accepted. Roll call. All ayes: Antonius, Hopke,
Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney presented the Council with a resolution authorizing
the City to purchase investments in the amount of $40,000 from the
Street Fund and $50,000 from the Water Fund in U. S. Treasury Notes.
Councilman Mansfield moved and Councilman Ford seconded the resolution
be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign, and the City
Treasurer be further authorized to invest the sums of $40,000 from
the Street Fund and $50,000 from the Water Fund in U. S. Treasury Notes.
Roll call. All ayes: Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield,
and Strom.Motion carried.
In the absence of Councilman Ness, Mayor Strom appointed Councilman
Russell to serve on the Finance Committee.
The claims against the City for the second half of April, 1962, 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 Councilwoman Antonius and seconded by
Councilman Ford that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in
favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell,
Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager informed the Council that on Wednesday, May 2,
the Planning Commission would have apublic hearing on the Comprehensive
Plan.
The City Manager further reported on the Association of Washington
Cities annual meeting to be hold in Yakima May 9, 10, and 11. Councilman
Hopke asked whether or not the Councilman -elect could attend the meeting
and be reimbursed for their expenses. The City Attorney stated that
he had received a communication from the Association of Washington Cities
that due to the fact that the Councilman -elect were not yet City Officials
their expenses could not be paid by the City.
Mayor Strom reported that on May 9, 1962. he would be in Seattle
to represent the City of Anacortesrat Century 21 activities honoring
the State of Washington.
Councilman Mansfield reported on the ALL AMERICA BANQUET to be
held Friday, May 11, and urged all citizens of Anacortes to attend
this banquet.
Councilman Hopke questioned the City Manager regarding the fact
as to why the repair of the City's mobile radio equipment was not
done in Anacortes. He stated that it was his understanding that
there were available personnel here in the City that would take
care of the equipment. The City Manager stated that he would look
into this matter and report; -back to the Council at a later date.
dI or Strom declared the meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
clay 15, 1962
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 presented by Reverend Richard L. Stanford,
pastor of the Southern Baptist Church.
Roll call: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, Strom.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no alterations or corrections, Councilman Ness moved and Councilman Mansfield
seconded that due to the fact that copies were available at the City Clerk's
Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes: Motion
carried.
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Councilman Mansfield stated that he had been questioned by many
citizens regarding the trees which were in the process of being cut in
the Cap Sante area. Mr. French stated that there were approximately 26
trees that would require cutting prior to the paving project. A discussion
followed and the Manager was instructdd to see that as few trees as
possible were cut.
The Clerk read a letter from the American Legion Auxiliary requesting
permission to hold a Poppy Day parade May 25 from 5th Street and Q Avenue
to Commercial and Fourth and From Foutth to 12th Street. Councilman
Mansfield moved and Councilman Ness seconded the request be granted and
that the Manager be instructed to notify the Police Department of the
parade. All ayes: Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from Anacortes Lodge B.P.O.,E. requesting
permission to use Causland Park on Sunday, June 10,1962 for holding
the annual Flag Day services. Councilman Ness moved and Councilman jo
Mansfield seconded the request be granted. All ayes. TZotion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission notifying the
Council that a public hparin on the first two stages of the Comprehensive
Plan, namely the major thoroghfate plan and land use plan, had been held
on May 2, 1962, and that the Commission was fon arding these two plans
to the Council for acceptance. The letter further stated that due to
the fact that the City of Anacortes is sadly lacking in public beaches,
the Planning Commission was recommending that the Council and Park Jobard
look into the matter of trying to obtain the beach at Ship Harbor for the
use of the citizens of Anacortes. A lengthy discussion followed with
the Council expressing various views. Councilman Hopke stated that
he was not in favor of rezoning the area adjacent to Ship Harbor for
residential purposes. Councilman Mansfield stated that due to the
fact that the Ship Harbor area was at the present the only deep water port
available, he was also of the opinion that this area should hot be rezoned.
Planning Commission ChairrA n Kelly spoke from the audience and stated that
the plan under discussion was not the zoning ordinance, but merely a
projected 20-year plan. He further stated that at the time of the
hearings on the proposed Zoning Ordinance all of these problems would be
discussed. Councilman Mansfield commended the Planning Commission for
their great effort that had gone into the compiling of the Comprehensive
Plan. After a further discussion, Councilman Mansfield moved and
Councilman Ness seconded the Comprehensive Plan be accepted but that
the land use map in no way affect the zoning of the west end area and that
the Attorneys be instructed to prepare an appropriate ordinance. Roll call.
All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
Motion carried.
A further discussion of the general overall Comprehensive P1anl
followed at length and the matter of the public beach was tabled for
the time being.
Mr. Grench presented the Council with the bids on L.I.D. 156,
Proposal A. The bids are as follows:
Associated Sand & Gravel Co, Everett $1015520.08 120 days
Marine Asphalt Co., Anacortes 104,986.05 120 days
Councilman Ness moved and Councilwoman Antonius seconded the bid of
Associated Sand & Gravel in the amount of $101,520.08 be accepted and
the Mayor. and Clerk be authorized to sign the neclessary contracts. Roll
call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and
Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with the bid on water line
construction for LID 156. He stated that even thought the call for
bids were published iri the local paper as well as the Daily Journal of
Commerce in Seattle, B & B Plumbing & Heating was the only bid received
in the amount of $35,481.57. Councilman Hopke stated that he was of the
opinion that there should be other interested bidders and moved that the
bid of B & B not be accepted and that the City re -advertise for bids
on this phase of the local improvement district. There being no second
to Councilman Hopke's motion, the motion died.
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Councilwoman Antonius moved and Councilman Ness seconded the bid D;:.
of B & B Plumbing and Heating in the amount of $35,481.57 be accepted b"W.
and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the necessary contracts.
Roll call. Ayes: Ness, Antonius, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom.
Nayes: Hopke. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the L ouncil with bids he had received
for construction of LID 157. Bids are as follows:
Marine Asphalt Co., Anacortes $41,683.70 90 days
Associated Sand & Gravel Co., Everett 43,968.95 120 days
He stated that at the time the bids were received, the bid of Marine Asphalt
was $43,253.70. However, upon analyzing the bids, it was discovered that
Marine Asphalt had been under the impression that they would have to pay
for rock encountered in the storm sewer work. He stated this was�.a
miscalculation on the part of Marine Asphalt and upon their reanalyzation
of the specifications on the project their bid was $41,683.70. Councilman
Ford moved and Councilwoman Antonius seconded the bid of Marine Asphalt
in the amount of $41,683.70 be accepted, and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to sign the necessary contracts. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius,
Hopke, Russell, Ford, Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney read a proposed resolution setting the hearing
date of June 19, 1962, for the proposed vacation of the west 40 feet of
that portion of Q Avenue north of the meander line. Councilman Ford
moved and Councilman Hopke seconded the resolution be adopted and the
hearing date be set for June 19, 1962, and the Clerk be authorized to
post same. Roll cell. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. I•iotion carried.
The claims against the City for the first half of May, 1962, 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 Councilman Ford and seconded by Councilwoman
Antonius that the claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of
same. Roll call. All ayes: Ness, Antonius, Hopke, Russell, Ford,
Mansfield, and Strom. Motion carried.
The Financial report for the month of April was accepted and ordered
placed on file.
The City Manager briefly reported on the Association of Washington
Cities meeting he and Mayor Strom attended and stated that the panel
on which Mayor Strom had participated was undoubtedly the best there.'
Mayor Strom stated that if possible all Councilmen should attend
these meetings as they were very edudational and helpful. He further
stated that there would be a school for new Councilmen and Mayors this
fall and hoped that members of the new Council would attend.
Mayor Strom then gave a Comprehensive report on the effects of
adding fluorides to the water system. Mr. French stated that it would be
possible to add the fluorides tt the old filter plant rather than at
the Centeral Filter Plant which would be saving a chemical costs due
to the fact that much of the water pumped from the Central Filter
Plant was used by industry.
Councilman Hopke moved and Councilman Mansfield seconded that
the City Manager be instructed to work up a cost estimate for the in-
stallation of fluorides in the water and chemical costs involved.
Mayor Strom stated that this was the last meeting for Councilwoman
Antonius, Councilman Mansfield, and Councilman Ness, and expressed
appreciation for their tireless efforts on behalf of the City. '9
Councilman Ness stated that he felt that his nine years on the
Council had been an education in itself and that he wished the new
Council the very best of luck.
Councilwoman Antonius stated that it had been a pleasure to
serve on the Council and that she was more convinced than ever that
the Council -Manager form of government is the most successful.
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Councilman Mansfield concurred with the statements of the other
two Councilmen.
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City Attorney Wells stated that in his opinion this was one of
the best.Councils to ever serve the City of Anacortes.
• Mayor'Strom reported to the Council that Mr. J. F. Carroll, who
had been a Councilman in previous years, had died and expressed regret
for the loss of this civic -minded man to the Community.
Councilman Hopke moved and Councilwoman Antonius seconded the
meeting adjourn at 9:55 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed, qualified and acting Clerk for the
City of Anacortes, Washington, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is
a true and correct copy of the minutes of the City Council meeting
held May 15, 1962, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, Anacortes,
Washington.
CI -CLERK
June 5, 1962
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 presented by Reverend Boyd, pastor of the Methodist Church.
The Clerk administrated the oath of office to new Councilmen; McDugle,
Rice, Peck, and Strom who%ere then seated at the Council table.
Mayor Strom stated that the chair would entertain a nomination for Mayor.
Councilman Peck nominated Councilman McDugle for the office of Mayor.
Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that the nomination be
closed. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Russell. Motion carried.
' Mayor Strom then turned t)ie gavel over to Mayor -elect McDugle who stated
he hoped he would be a worthy successor to retiring Mayor Strom.
Mayor McDugle stated that he would entertain a nomination for Mayor
Pro-Tem. Councilman Hopke nominatsdrL ouncilman Peck for the office of Mayor
Pro-Tem. Councilman Strom moved and Councilman Rice seconded that the nominations
be closed. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Rus§dll. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle stated that he would entertain a nomination for Chairman
of the Finance Committee. Councilman Russell nominated Councilman Ford as
Chairman of the Finance Committee. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman
Strom::seconded that the nominations be closed. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle then appointed Councilman Peck and Russell to serve with
Councilman Ford on the Finance Committee::.
Roll call: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no• alternations or corrections, Councilman Ford moved and g$uncilman Strom
seconded that due to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and
that copies were available at the City Clerk's office upon request, the
minutes be approved as if read. All ayes: Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from Pacific Tow Boat Company in which they stated
they had no objection to the request of the Port of Anacortes for the vacation
of the West z� of 'IQ" Avenue beyond the Meander Lire. The letter further
stated that Pacific Tow Boat Company was requesting the vacation of the
East 1 of "Q" Avenue upon which they now have a rental agreement. Councilman
Hopke stated that he felt the entire area should be vacated to the
Port and they in turn coftld do as they desired, with the entire area. City
Attorney Wells explained that the Port has only requested the vacation of the
West z of 'IQ" Avenue and that the City could not vacated the entire area to the
Port.
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due to the fact that Pacific Tow Boat was the abutting property owner on the
East side of "Q" Avenue. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Rice seconded
that the request be referred to the Planning Commission for their recommen-
dation back to the Council. All ayes: Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Rotary Club of Anacortes which stated that
Mr. Richard V. Stockwell on Fidalgo Bay Road has offered his water line to be
used to provide water to the sign the Rotary Club is presently constructing
at the City Limits. The letter further stated that the Rotary Club would
install the water line for the immediate purpose of watering shrubs near
the sign. The letter requested the City to install:a water meter for the
project and to assume the cost of the water and power for the sign. A
discussion followed and Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Ford seconded
that the City assume the cost of providing water and power and install the
necessary water meter. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney presented the Council with the ordinance adopting
the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Anacortes. Councilman Hopke asked
whether this was the land use plan or the zoning ordinance. City Attorney
Wells assured him that this was the land use plan only. Councilman
Ford moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the ordinance be adopted,
and given the number 1320 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish
same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and
Russell. Motion carried.
City Attorney Wells reported to the Council that he had an additional
ordinance for their consideration, namely one adopting the 1960 Fire
Prevention Code. Fire Chief Hauge spoke briefly from the dudience on
the proposed ordinance. After a further discussion Mayor McDugle referred
the proposed ordinance to a study meeting before taking action.
Councilman Hopke questioned the City Manager regarding the wcdden water
line located near 17th and Commercial. He stated that it was his opinion that
wooden line as old as that should be replaced before the paving was put in.
Mr. French stated that the water line was replaced in 1947 and that there
was still a life expectancy for the line of around 20 years. He further
stated that water services were being replaced.
Councilman Peck asked when an audit of the general and utility books of
the City was due. Mr. French stated that one was due in the immediate furture.
Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that a request be sent
to the State Auditors office .for audits of both the general and utility
accounts of the City, for the protection of outgoing and incoming Council
man. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and
Russell. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the last half of May, 1962 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 Councilman Rice and seconded by Couke i7man Strom that the claims
be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had cost figures available
regarding the possibility of adding Fluorides to the water supply. He
stated that it would be necessary to purchase a dry chemical feeding machine
at a cost of approx. $3,000.00 and a sparling meter at an approximate cost of
$1,00.00. He further stated that it was his recommendation that the
fluorides be added at the high level reservoir near the Cemetery, thus
eliminating the need to fluoridate the water used for industrial purposes. He
stated this process could be combined with the chlorinating process now in'
operation and would entail no additional labor force. He further stated
that the cost of treatigg a million gallons of water would be around $2.00.
The Clerk read a letter from Dorothy R. Bartholomew asking various questions
regarding the fluoridation of the water supply. The letter was ordered placed
on file. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the City of
Anacortes proceed with the Fluoridation of the water supply and instructed the
City Manager to prepare specifications and call for bids, on the necessary
equipment. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Russell. Motion carried.
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The City Manager requested permission to call for bids on the following
items: A mobile radio unit for the new truck, a maintenance agreement for all
mobile and base station radio equipment for the City. Councilman Hopke
moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the City Manager be authorized to
call for bids on both the mobile unit and the maintenance agreement. All ayes%
Motion carried.
Mr. French requested permission to take two days of vacation on June
14th and 15th. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Strom seconded that
the City Manager be granted permission to take the two days vacation. All
ayes: Motion carried.
The City Attorney introduced two young ladies from the audience who
would soon be attending Girls State and who were attending Council meeting
to see government in action.
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June 19, 1962 j �,� /'/► �G A�
A regula meeting of the City Council, of the City of Anacort, s, Washington,
was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle Presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Boyd, pastor of the Methodist Church,
The minutes of the previoas meeting were considered and after hearing no alter-
nations gr corrections, Councilman Rice moved, and Councilman Peck seconded that
due to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and that copies were
available at the City Clerk's .office upon request, the minutes be approved as if
read. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell.
Motion carried.
Dr. F. B. Exner spoke to the Council from the audience, stating that he was
under the impression that he would be scheduled to speak to the Council regarding
the effects of fluoridation of the municipal water supply at this time. Councilman
Peck informed Dr. Exner that the Council had not been aware that he was to be in
the audienco for the meeting. Mayor McDugle stated the Council would hear Dr.
Exner at the conclusion of the Council meeting.
'ayo-� t;cDugle declared the hearing of the proposed vacation of the west 2
of Q Avenue open. There being no one in the audience to speak for or against the
vacation, Mayor McDugle declared the hearing closed and directed the Attorney to
read the proposed ordinance vacating; the west I of Q Avenue, lying north of the
Keander Line along Guemes Channel. Councilman Rice roved, Councilman Hopke seconded
the ordinance be adopted and given number 1321, and the Mayor and Clerk be author-
ized to sign acid publish same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from L. F. Welch, representing the American Red Crops.
The letter stated that due to the fact that the U. S. Customs and Immigration
Service, which had formerly agreed to rent the Old Chamber of Commerce office in
the City Hall for the sum of $35.00 per month, had decided to locate elsewhere l the
Red Cross was petitioning the Council to rent the same space for the sum^of $10.00
per month for approximately ten months. Councilman Ford moved, and Coucilman Peck
seconded that the request of the Red Cross be granted and the City enter into an
agreement to rent the old Chamber of Commerce office to the American Red Cross in the
amount of $10.00 per month. Mr. Dalstead, the Postmaster, spoke from the audience
stating that he would recommend that any'agreement entered into between the Red
Cross and the City be for an additional three months beyond the ten months stated,
Councilman Peck ammended the motion to increase the limit to an addition three
months. Councilman Strom seconded the ammendment. The City Manager stated that
Mr. Welch, representing the Red Cross, had stated that any additional facilities
needed would be furnished by the Red Cross during their tentantacy in the building.
Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion
carried.
The Clerk read a letter from Robert K. Edgett requesting the installation of
a fire hydrant along the water transmission line adjecent to his residence located
at Summit Park. The letter stated that the property owners would furnish the fire
hydrant and install to meet City specifications and to pay all costs. The City
Manager stated that he had investigated this request and explained that within the
City limits there was a minimum charge of $1.00 per month per hydrant. He stated
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that it would be his recommendation that there be a similar charge by the City for
hydrants located outside the City limits. A lengthy discussion followed, with
various Councilmen expressing their opinions regarding the proposed hydrant. Coun-
cilman Rice moved, Councilman Strom seconded that provided the kirdrant meet
City specifications and the property owners involved pay all costs, including upkeep,
the hydrant be installed. Roll call. Ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,Strori.,
Russell. Nayes: Ford. Motion carried.
Councilman Hopke asked if the installation of this hydrant would set a prs-
cident, and if so, would the same policy apply to all hydrants outside the City
limits. A further discussion followed, and Councilman Ford asked whether the water
used in the hydrant would be metered. The City Manager stated that it would not, and
that the hydrantwould be used for fire fighting only. Mr. John Schneider, a 1-ator
Department Employee, spoke fromtthe audience and requested that the owners of -the
hydrant be instructed to notify the Filter Plant when they had the hydrant opened.
Mayor McDugle requested the Manager to so inform the owner.
The Clerk read a letter from K. T. Sherman, Local Manager of Puget Sound Power
& Light Company, requesting that the two parking spaced in front df their office at
1019 Seventh Street, be posted for a two hour time limit for the convenience of
their customers. The letter further stated that at the present time the two spaces
are being used for all day parking and wereccausing considerable congestion. A
discussion followed. Councilman Peck stated that it was his opinion that twenty
minutes was sufficient time for that area. Councilman Peck moved, and Councilman
Russell seconded that twenty minutes harking be posted on the two parking spaces.
Roll call. Ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Nayes: Ford.
Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Federal Electric Company, 1009 8th Street,
requesting a parking space plus the drive -way in front of their place of business.
A discussion followed. Councilman Peck moved, and Councilman Russell seconded that
the request be referred to the City Manager and the Police Department for further
study and report back to the Council. All ayes: Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce informing the
Council that at the last regular meeting, the Chamber of Commerce had unanimously
approved the action of the Council to fluoride the water supply. The letter tiao
ordered placed on file.
The Clerk read a letter from the First Federal Savings & Loan regarding the
property described as follows: Lots '-7,8,9, & 10, Block 10 11P1&t of the Nelson
Addition to Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington", according to plat recorded in
Volume 2 of plats, page 102. The letter stated that it uTas their understanding
that the City had lien on this property for local improvement, District, Deed
dated July 18, 1932. The letter further stated that it was the understanding of
First Federal that the City would issue a clear title to the property in exchange
for the amount of $5.00 or by paying ten percent of the assessment of the..lots in
question at the time the LID was formed. The City Attorney explained to the Council
that this was a policy which had been established in approximately 1948, regarding
old LID leins. Councilman Ford moved, Councilman Strom seconded the Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign a quit claim deed for this property for the amount of
either $5.00 or 10% of the assessment for the lots at the time the LID was formed,
which ever amoutt.was greater. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
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The Clerk read a letter from Nss. Dorothy R. Bartholomew stating that due to the
fact that fluorine benefits only children under the age of ten ,years, why couldn't
the City supply fluorine tablets to those under the age of ten years. The letter 7.!as
ordered placed on file.
The City Attorney presented the Council with an ordinance adopting the fire
preventive code for 1060. Councilman Ford moved, Councilman Rice seconded that
the ordinance be adopted and be given No. 1322, and Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to sign same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and
Russell. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the first' -half of June, 1962, 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
Councilman Strom and seconded by Councilman Rice, that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
P•TcDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The financial report of the City of Anacortes for the month of May, 19623 was
accepted and ordered placed on fil@.
June 19, 1962 continued 193
Councilman Hopke stated that he had received several phone calls for residents
of the Sunset Beach area, requesting pulp liquor. He requested the City Manager
to look into the situation.
The City Manager presented the Lbuncil with the final payment due to B & B
Plumbing and Heating for the relocation of the water line located near the Swino-
mish Channel. He stated the amount due consisted of estimate #3 in the amount of
$14,390.22 and retained percentage of $10,737.04, making a grand total of $26,127.26.
The City Manager further reported to the Council that the relocation of the water
line was complete and that he was presently undergoing discussion with the State
Highway Department regarding the C ityts part of the costs of the project, which would
amount to approximately $9,000.00. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom sec-
onded that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and a warrant be
issued.B & B Plumbing and Heating for $26,127.26. Roll call. All ayes: Ford,
Hopke, Rice, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had bben in contact with
Great Northern Railroad regarding the possibility of relocating Great Northern
Railroad tracks in the vicinity of 17th Street and Q Avenue. The letter stated
that it was the estimate of Great Northern that this project would cost the City
approximately $27,875.00, plus right-6fi-way costs. Councilman Strom moved, and
Councilman Peck seconded, the City Manager set up a meeting between Council and
Great Northern Railway to discuss this matter at a later date. Roll call. All
ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle presented retiring Mayor Strom with a gavel he had used during
his tefm of office, Councilman Strom expressed pleasure in receiving the gavel.
Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Russell seconded that the meeting be
adjou ed atd: 4pm. All ayes: Motion carried.
July 3, 1962
A reg r meeting of the City Council, of the City of Anacor s, Washingtoh�.,
was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Dawson.
Roll call: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alternations or corrections, Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Peck seconded that
due to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and that copies were
available at the City Clerk1s office upon request, the minutes be approved as if
read. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, PeL-b; and Strom. Motion
carried.
Mayor McDugle stated that there were many interested citizens in the audience
and stated that he was of the opinion that the guest hearing should be held after
the regular business had been considered. Councilman Strom stated that it was his
belief that the hearing should be held at this time, and Councilman Ford concurred
with Councilman Strom. Various interested citizens of the audience spoke to the
Council regarding their views on the addition of fluorides to the water supply.
Dr. Papritz explaindd the addition of fluorides to the water from a medical point
of view. Councilman Strom spoke as a dentist, and explained the action of fluorides
on teeth. Councilman Peck requested Mr. Edward White, a Chemical Engineer, to
explain the type of fluoride ions to be used in the water supply. Mayor McDugle
then declared the guest hearing closed.
Councilman Hopke stated that various citizens in'L-,the Cap Sante area had contacted
him regarding several trees that had been retained during the paving project.
Councilman Peck moved, and Councilman Strom seconded that the matter of the trees
be referred to the City Manager and he be instructed to confer with the property
owners and to have the power to act. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the City Council that bids had been received on
a mobile radio unit for the Water Department service truck, and a radio main-
tenance agreement for all mobile and base station radio units. Councilman Hopke
questioned as to why the bids had been opened before the Council meeting. Councilman
Ford explained to Councilman Hopke that it had been a practice to have the
bids opened before the Council meeting, so that the City Manager could analyze the
bids received, and be able to make his recommendations at the meeting.
The first bid considered by the Council was on the mobile radio unit for the
Water Department. The bids are as follows:
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continued-:
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MOBILE RADIO UNIT
BIDDER
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
Rothenbuhler
25W U4 Motorola
$650.00
Rothenbuhler
10OW 6N15/SLTA Areotron
595.00
Rothenbuhler
15W 6N15/SLT Arrotron
395.00
Motorola
520.00
Motorola
D 33 13MT
494-00
Motorola
D43GGV 25W Rebuilt
335.00
Outercom
Model FM-50-30
Hammarlund
Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Rice seconded
395.99
that the bid for the Outercom,
for the amount
of $395.00 be accepted. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids had been received on main-
tenance of all mobile units and base stations, for City radio equipment. The bids
are as follows:
RADIO MAINTENANCE
PRICE
Rothenbuhler
Sedro Woolley $854.40
Outercom
Burlington 1075.80
Motorola
Everett 1392.00
Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Strom seconded that the bid of Rothenbuhler
in the amount of $834-40 be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, �.ce, McDugle, Peck,
Strom. Nayes: Hopke. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that it -was time to open the bids
on the fluoride equipment. The bids are as follows:
Instrument Laboratory $1,749.00 Five weeks delivery (5)
Wallace and Tiernan 1,887.00 Six weeks delivery (6)
Councilman Hopke stated that he felt that no action should be taken on the award of
the bids at this time. He felt that the Citizenary of Anacortes would be happier if
a stamp was put on the water bills, requesting the people to express their opinion
on this issue one way or the other. Councilman Peck concurred with Councilman Hopke.
Councilman Strom asked the other members of the Council what had changed their
minds since the last Council meeting at which time they had unanimously voted to
add fluoride to the water supply, Councilman Hopke stated that his personal at-
titude regarding fluoridation had not changed from two weeks ago, but he was of the
opinion that the people should be given a chance to express their views on this
issue. Various members of the audience spoke both for and against fluoridation.
Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Strom seconded that the low bid of Instrument
Laboratories in the amount of $1,749.00 be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, nice,
Strom. Nayes: Hopke, McDugle, and Peck.
Attorney Wells stated that it was his opinion that the motion had passed with
the votes catt, but he would check into the matter further and give his opinion at
a later date.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the request
of the Pacific Tow Boat Company for fhb vacation of the east a of 'IQ" Avenue,
north of the Meander Line. The letter stated the Planning Commission had no ob-
jections for this request for vacation, subject to the approval of Fire 1-•7arshall.
Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Peck seconded that the hearing date of
August 7, 1962, at 7:30 p.m. be set and that the Clerk be instructed to post and
publish same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom.
Motion carried.
The City Manager stated that at the present time, Pacific Tow Boat was operating
under a lease agreement with the City of Anacortes and is currently paying the
City $50.00 per year for the street end. He stated that in the past the City
has accepted a cash donation ..for a vacation of this type. He recomriended that this
fact be kept in mind at the time of the hearing.
July 3, 1962 continued
The City Manager presented the Council with progress payment #1 to Associated
Sand & Gravel Company for LID 156 in the amount of $19,211.85. He stated he had
checked the work to date and it was his recommendation that progress payment #1
to Associated Sand & Gravel be accepted and that a warrant bearing the interest of
4.40% be issued Associated Sand & Gravel, dated July 3, 1962. Roll call. All
ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, rcDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with progress payment #1 due B & B-
Plumbin€ and Heating for the water line reloaatibncin connection with District
Improvement ##156 in the amount of $25,675.00. He stated that he had checked the %
work to date end it was his recommendation that the progress payment ##1 to B & B
Plumbing and Heating ba ?aid. Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Rice seconded
the recommendation of City Manager be accepted and progress payment #1 be paid
to B & D Plumbing and Heating. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with miscellaneous costs in connection
with Local Improvement District #156 in the amount of $234.35• He stated that it
was his recommendation that these costs be paid. Councilman Rice moved, and
Councilman Strom seconded the recommendation df City Manager bb accepted and
miscellaneous costs indurred to date in the amount of $234-35 be paid and interest
bearing warrant of 4.40% be issued Grande and Company, dated July 3, 1962. Roll
call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with progress payment #1 due Marine
Asphalt for District Improvement ##157 in the amount of $10,603.11. He stated
that he had checked the work to date &ndait was his recommendation that the
progress payment ##1 to Marine Asphalt be paid. Councilman Strom moved, and
Councilman Rice seconded that interest bearing: warrant be issue Statewide Retire-
ment in the amount of 4.4Y,. dated July 3, 1962. Roll call. All ayes: Ford,
Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Fdck, and Stror^. Motion carried.
The City Yanager presented the Council with miscellaneous costs for LID 157
in the amount of $228.37. Councilman Strom moved, and Councilman Rlce seconded the
recommendation of the City Y'anager be.accepted and interest bearing warrant be
issued Statewide Retirement in the amount of 4.40%, dated July'3, 1962. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
In the absence of Councilman Russell, Mayor McDugle appointed Councilman Rice
to serve on the Financial Committee.
The claims against the City for the last half of June, 1962, 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
Councilman Ford and seconded by Councilman Hopke,.that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: F.ord, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle., Peck, and Strom. I,iotion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had prepared a study bB
the loading zone requested for the Fidalgo Electric Company. He stated that at the
present time there were two spaces available in the drive -way dnd there was alley
acess. It was his recommendation the request be denied. A lengthy discussion
followed regarding the request. Councilman Peck moved, and Councilman Strom
seconded the City Managers recommendation be accepted and the request be denied.
Roll call. Ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Strom. ATayes: Ford. Motion carried.
The City manager reported to the Council that he had submitted to the State
Highway Department a plan to resurface that area from Sunset Avenue from the
ferry terminal road west to Sunset Park. The estimated cost of the project is
$9,767.00, which 75% would be paid for by the gas tax arterial funds. He
further stated the paving would be approx. 22 feet in width. He also recommended
permission to advertise for bids, however, informed the Council that if after a
study of the bids received, it was determined that the project could be completed
cheaper with City forces, the Council would have the option of rejecting all bids,
and use City crews for this project. Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Strom
seconded that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids for this project,
to be opened August 7, 1°62, at 7:30 p.m. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
Tine City Manager requested permission to call for bids for lime and chlorine
to be added to the water supply. Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Hopke
seconded that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids for chemicals for
the water supply, to be opened August 7, 1962, at 7:30 p.m. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried. .
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The City Manager was directed to contact the Police Chief and have a traffic y
survey regarding the alley at loth and I Avenue. ;I;; -
The City Attorney reported to the Council that he had prepared the ordinance
authorizing the addition of fluorides to the wAter'supply as requested at the
last Council meeting. Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman Strom seconded that the
City Attorney read the ordinance to the Council. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, Rice,
McDugle, Strom. Nayes: Hopke, and Peck. Motion carried.
Councilman Strom stated that he was of the opinion that definite action should
be taken regarding the acceptance of the bids of the fluoridation equipment. A
discussion followed, and Councilman Strom moved, and Councilman Ford seconded that
if the specifications outlined in the call for bids were met, and it was the
recommendation of the City Manager, that the bid for the fluoridation equipment
be accepted. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, Rice, Peck, Strom. Nayes: Hopke, and
McDugle. Motionr.carried.
Mayor McDugle declared the meeting closed at 10:15 p.m.
I, DIANE ERHOLM, duly appointed, qualified and acting Clerk for the City of
Anacortes, Washington, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is a true and correct copy
of the minutes of the Council meeting held July , 1962.
IA ERHOUN-70ITY C
July 17, 1962
A regular meeting of the City Council, of the City of Anacortes, Washington,
was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Dawson.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded
that due to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and that copies were
available at the City Clerk1s office upon request, the minutes be approved as if
read. Z.611 call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Alice Newland spoke to the Council and asked why the Yew tree had been
removed from the street presently under construction for LID 157. The City Manager
reported that due to the fact that the Yew tree had been cut and the fact that the
property owners involved had requested it be removed, and that the Council had
authorized him to meet with the affected property owners and decide on which trees
were to be left standing and which were to be cut, he had ordered the tree removed.
Councilman Peck questioned as to why the City employees had not been paid on
Friday as was the custom. The Clerk informed Councilman Peck of the ordinance
stating pay periods for the City employees and further explained that when
possible the employees were paid on Fridgy if it fell in the middle of the month.
The Clerk read a communication from the Federal Aviation Agency, regarding the
construction of a transmission line on nine wooden power poles by Puget Sound
Power and Light Company on property described as follows: Starting at the north-
east corner of Sunset Drive and Warren Street; thence north on the east side of
Warren Street to the Southeast and Northeast corners of Park Avenue. From the
Northeast corner of Park Avenue and Warren Street, the line will continue „test on
the north side of Park avenue for a distance of 500 feet; thence 170 feet northwest.
From the Southeast corner of Park Avenue dnd Wa ftehr&tveet, the line will continue
west on the south side of Park Avenue for the distance of 540 feet; thence 110
feet west-northwest. With a maximum overall height 65 feet above ground level,
130 feet above mean sea level. This area involved is located at the Skyline
Airpprt. A lengthy discussion followed and Councilman Hopke moved and Councilman
Peck seconded that the City take no direct action on this notice, but do as the
Chamber of Commerce had done, and place the communication on file. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell: Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that a great amount of vandalise:
had occurred at the bld Filter Plant at Whistle Lake and that it was his recom-
mendation that the area be fenced. Ke requested permission to call for bids for
fencingthis area at an estimated cost of $1,600.00. Councilman Rice moved and
Councilman Peck seconded the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and
authorized him to call for bids for Fencing the Filter Plant site. Bids to be
opened 7:30 p.m., August 7, 1962. Rollcall. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
July 17, 1962 continued
The claims against the City for the first halfcof July, 1962, 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, the motion was made by
Councilman Rice and seconded by Councilman Strom, that the claims be allowed and
warrants beddrawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes.: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Pebk, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he*had analyzed the bids re-
ceived for the fluoridation equipment and that the bid of Instrument Laboratories
met the specifications as outlined in the call for bids and he had submitted the
specifications to the State Department of Health for approval, and when approval
had been received he could award the bid to Instrument Laboratories.
The City Manager reported that work was proceeding on the sewer treatment plant
study and 4t the present flow measurement from outfall lines were being taken and
computed, and he further stated that it was necessary to extend the tests for a
longer period of time, and he would recommend an extension of time be applied to
the Housing and Home Financing Agency. The City Manager was instructed to proceed
with an application to extend the time to the Housing and Hone Finance Agench.
The City Manager further reported that he had been in contact with Housing
and Home Finance Agency regarding the City's application for federal funds to
secure a study on the feasability of a water supply system between the City of
Anacortes and the PUD.
A discussion followed of the recent water breaks in the Hillcrest area. The
City Manager explained to the Council the problems involved in many of the
distribution lines in the City of Anacortes, and discussed the fact that the
Council should; -give some thought to a bond issue to replace certain distribution
lines.. He further stated that it was his recommendation that for the amount of
$362,000.00 the critical lines could be replaced.
yor McDug declared the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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August 7, 1�962
A regular meeting of the City Council, of the City of Anacortes,Washington
was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Marner.
Roll call. Strom, Ford, Rice, Russell, Hopke, Peck, ancd McDugle.
The Minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearir g no
alterqtions or corrections, Councilman Rice moved, and Councilman Strom seconded that
due to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and that copies were
available at the City Clerk's office upon request, the minutes be approved as if
read. Roll call. All ayes: Strom, Ford, Rice, Russell, Hopke, Peck, and McDugle.
Motion carried.
Several interested citizens in the audience spoke to the Council regarding the
plan to add flouride to the water supply. Mr. J. A. Cole and Mrs. Elwin D. Adams
read to the Council articles regarding the addition of flourides to the water
supply.
Mayor McDugle declared the hearing on the proposed vacation of the East half
of "Q" Avenue open and asked if anyone had anything to say either for or against
this proposed vacation. Councilman Hopke questioned the City Attorney as to the
possibility of the City retaining ownership of the proposed vacated a rea if
Pacific Tow Boat Company decided that they would have no further need of the area in
the future. The City Attorney explained to Councilman Hopke that if the City were
to vacate the property, it would become, solely Pacific Tow Boat's property and
they would dispose of itas they wished. Councilman Strom stated that he was
unalterable opposed to pAving such pro]prty to any petitioner and informed the
Council that in the past, the City had acc6pted donations for like property, Coun-
cilman Ford moved and Councilman Rice seconded the Uity `'anger be authorised to
contact Pacific Tow Boat officials and ddtermine a reasonable donations for the
property and report back tothe Council. Roll Call. All ayes: Strom, Ford, Rice
Russell, Hopke, Peck, and "IDugle. Motion Carried.
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August 7, 1962, continued
The Clerk read a letter from the Anacortes Women's Club regarding Anacortes'
Sister City. The letter stated that at the inception of the Sister City Plan
an invitation was sent to Bahia Blanca, Argentina. However, no enthisiasm could be
aroused in Argentina. The letter stated that Puntarenas, Costa Rica would be a
desirable affiliation. Mrs. William H. Bessner spoke from the audience and gave a
brief resume of the Women's Club activities regarding the Sister City Plan.
Councilman Strom moved and Councilman Rice seconded the Council accept the recom-
mendation of the Women's Club regarding the Sister City Plan to affiliate with
Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Roll calla All ayes: Strom, Ford, Rice, Russell, Hopke,
Peck, and McDugle. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from KAGT requesting permission to block off Com-
mercial Ave. from 7th to Sth St., from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. on August 17, 1962,
for the -purpose of holding a back -to -school street dance. Councilman Strom moved,
and Councilman Rice seconded the request be granted on the basis the proper
authorities are informed. Roll call. All ayes: Strom, Ford, Rice, Russell,
Hopke, Peck, and McDugle. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from Mr. LeRoy N. Klingman of Rt. 3, Box ?36 requesting
permission to connect to the City water line located at approximately lust St. and
K Avenue. The letter further stated that the City Manager quoted the cost of
approximately $125.00 for connection to the water meter. Any additional problems,
would be at Mr. Klingman's expense: AL.discussion followed. Councilman Rice moved
and Councilman Hopke seconded that Mr. Klingman's request be granted. Roll call.
Ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Strom, Russell. Nayes: Peck. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the 2 areas of
the zoning map be changed from R-1 and S-1 as shown on the accompanying map. The
property is described as follows:
M-3 to R-1
Beginning at the intersection of the center line of Anaco Avenue and the north line
of the Anaco Beach Plat to the City of Anacortes; thence Northwesterly along the
center line of Anaco Beach Road to the center line of Sunset Ave.; thence North-
easterly along the center line of Sunset Ave to the intersection with primary
State Highway 1 AN; thence Northwesterly along the center line of primary State
Highway 1 AN to the north line of the Norman and Woods Subdivision to the City of
Anacortes; thence West along the North line of the Norman & Woods Subdivision to
the East line of the First Ships_Harbor Addition to the City of Anacortes; thence
North along the East line of the First Ships Harbor Addition to the North line of
said Addition; thence West along the North line of First Ships Harbor Addition to
the City of Anacortes to the East line of the Woods Addition to the City of Anacortes
and the East line of Government Lot 2.521 T35-1; thence North along the East line
of Government Lot No. 2 to the North line of property owned by F. E. Foss & Sons,
Inc., as conveyed by deed dated 4/11/57 and recorded 4/22/57 under Auditors file
#550306; thence West along the North line of said property to the outer Harbor
line at Sunset Beach; thence Southwester],y along said outer Harbor line to a point
projected from the North line of Woods Addition to the City of Anacortes, west to the
outer Harbor Line; thence East to the West line of Woods Addition to the City of
Anacortes; thence South along the'West line of Woods Addition and the Easterly
border of Washington Park to the S. line of Section 213 Township 35 N, Range 1 E.
then East along said South line to a point of intersection with the center line of
Skyline Airfield projected Northwesterly; thence Southeasterly along said center
line projected to the outer Harbor line of Burrows Bay; thence Southeasterly along
the outer Harbor line of Burrows Bay to a point due West of a line projected from
the N. line of Anaco Beach Plat to the City of Anacortes; thence East along said
projected North line to the point of beginning, except North half of the Northwest
quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 27, Township 35 North. Said exception
includes property owned by William P. and Peggy Lowman and Mr. B. D. Maticich, Rt. I
#1, Box 110, Anacortes.
M-3 to S-1
Beginning at the intersection of the center line of Anaco Ave. and the N. line
of the Anaco Beach Plat to the City of Anacortes; thence E. along said N. line
projected to the E. line of Section 27, Township 35 N., Range 1 E. W. M.;
thence North along the East line of Section 27 to the N-S center line of
Section 27 to the southeast corner of the southwest quarter of the NE quarter;
thence North along the East line of the SW -SE line of the Southwest and
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Northeast; thence West along the North line of the E-W center line of Section
27; thence North along the E-W center line of the North line of Section 27;
thence West along the North line of Section 27 to the Corner of Common Section of
21 - 22 - 28 - 27; thence South to the South line of the Northwest quarter of the
Northwest quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 27, Township 35, Range 1;
thence East along said South line to the East line of the North half of the NW
quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 27, Township 35, Range 1 E; thence
North along said line to the center line of Anaco Beach Road; thence Southeasterly
along the center line of Anaco Beach Road to the point of beginning.
Councilman Hopke moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the letter be tabled
for further study. Roll can. Ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and
Russell. Nayes: Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from the Planning Commission regarding the request of
Mr. Robert C. Sager for the vacation of.the Northern thirty feet of 35th Street
between "D" Avenue and R. Jones! acreage be denied for the following reasons:
1.) It would reduce•.the street right-of-way to a substandard width
(501 as opposed to a minimum 601).
2.) It would off -set the right-of-way toward the south.
3.) This is a street which connects.a major arterial, D Avenue,
presently undeveloped acreage, and will probably be opened up in
the future.
4.) It is not a sound planning from a street engineering stand point.
5.) Previous right-of-way vacations (down to a minimum of 601) have
been divided equally on both sides of the street.
A discussion followed and Mr. Sager spoke from the audience to the Council, stating
his problem, which is that a part of the house is sitting in the middle of the
City street as projected. A discussion followed and Mayor MaDugle appointed
Councilman Rice and Councilman Strom to investigate this problem and report back
to the Council.
The City Manager informed the Council that it was time to open the bids on'
the fencing of the old Filter Plant area. The bids are as follows:
San Jose Steel Company - Seattle $1,588.00
Anchor Post Products, Inc. - Seattle 1,944•00 plus sales tax
Cyclone Fence - Bellingham 2.9098.00
McBride Fencing Company - Seattle 19950.00
Councilman Strom moved and Councilman Ford seconded the bid of San Jose Steel be
accepted in the amount of $1,588.00. Roll call. AU ayes: Ford, Strom, Rice,
Russell, Hopke, Peck, and McDugle. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that it was time to open bids for
hydrated lime and liquid chlorine to be added in the water supply. The bids are
as follows:
Van Waters & Rogers:
Chlorine 150# containers
Chlorine 2,000# containers
Hooker:
Chlorine
$12.50 cwt.
9.20 ton F.O.B. delivered
4.00 per 100# plus freight
Due to the complexity of the bids received, Councilman Strom moved and Councilman
Peck seconded that the bids be referred to the City Manager for his analyzation and
report back to the Council. Roll call. .All ayes: Strom, Ford, Rice, Russell,
Hopke, Peck, and McDugle. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that it was time to open bids for
the Sunset Avenue Improvement from the Ferry landing Road to Washington Park.
Mr. French read a letter from Howard F. Sievers of Associated Sand & Gravel Co.,
Inc. explaining why his company was not submitting a bid. The letter recommended
that a two-inch surface thickness of bituminous plant mix be substituted for the
bituminous road mix as stated in the bids. The bid of Marine Asphalt Co. is as
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follows: $9,412.50. The bid further stated that Marine Asphalt requested per-
mission to substitute bituminous plant mix at the same quality and price as
Item 1 and 2 in the bid specifications, at $7.50 per ton. The letter further
stated that they had no objections to the City using City crews and equipment to
furnish and place 3A" - 0" mineral aggregates. A lengthy discussion followed
and Councilman Hopke stated that he had no objection to the bids received, however,
he felt that due to the fact that there was a definite sewage problem in the area,
no paving should be undertaken at this time until the sewage problem had been al-
leviated. A discussion followed regarding the proposed Skyline Subdivision.
Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that the paving of this area be
tabled until such a time as the sewage needs are taken care of. Councilman Strom
stated to the Council that due to the fact that the money to be used to pave this
arterial was a new revenue from the State, he was of the opinion that the City
should utilize this money as soon as possible. Roll call. Ayes: Hopke, Russell.
Hayes: Ford, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion defeated.
The Mayor asked the Clerk to restate the motion due to the fact that there
appeared to be some confusion on part of several of the'Councilman in regard to the
motion. Roll call. Ayes: Hopke, Peck, Russell, Nayes: Ford, Rice, MoDugle, and
Strom. Motion defeated. Councilman Strom moved and Councilman Ford seconded that
the bid of Marine Asphalt be accepted and the City crews furnish and place 3/4"-0"
mineral aggregates. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, Rice, McDugle, and Strom. Nayes:
Hopke, Peck, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with progress payment #2 to Associated
Sand & Gravel Co. for LID 156 in the amount of $26,913.25.and miscellaneous costs
of $36.56 making a total of $26,949.81. He stated that he had checked the work to
date and it was his recommendation that progress payment #2 to Associated Sand &
Gravel and miscellaneous costs be accepted. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman
Strom seconded that a warrant bearing the interest of 4.40% be issued Grande &
Co., dated August 7, 1962. Roll call. All ayes: Strom, Ford, Rice, Russell,
Hopke, Peck, and McDugle. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with progress payment #2 to B & B
Plumbing & Heating for LID 156 in the amount of $5,218.32. He stated that he had
checked the work to date and it was his recommendation that progress payment #2 to
B & B Plumbing & Heating Co. be accepted. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman
Rice seconded that a warrant be issued to B & B Plumbing & Heating, dated August 79
1962, in the amount of $5,218.32. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
Russell. Nayes: Hopke. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with progress payment #2 to Marine
Asphalt Co. for LID 157 in the amount of $11,192.67.and miscellaneous costs of
$51.20 making a total of $11,243.87. He stated that he had checked the work to
date and it was his recommendation that progress payment to Marine Asphalt Co.
and miscellaneous costs be accepted. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom
seconded that an interest bearing warrant be issued Statewide Retirement in the
amount of 4.40$, dated August 7, 1962. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney presented the Council with a Quit Claim dated the 7th day of
August, 1962, for the City of Anacortes and Safeway Store for the following property:
The North 10 feet of the west 180 feet of vacated alley adjoining Lots 1 to
10, inclusive, Block 38, City of Anacortes, according to the recorded
plat thereof in the office of the Auditor of Skagit County, Washington, in
Volume 2 of Plats, page 4.
Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Russell seconded that the Mayor and Clerk
be instructed to sign a Quit Claim deed. Roll call. A11 ayes: Ford, Hopke,
Rice, McDugls, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the second half of July, 1962, 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
Councilman Strom and seconded by Councilman Rice, that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
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The Financial Report for the month of July was accepted and placed on file.
The City Manager requested permission to advertise for bids for redecorating
the dining room in City Hall. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded
that the request of the City Manager be accepted.
Councilman Peck amended the motion to state that local labor be employeed.
Councilman Rice seconded the ammendment. Roll call on the ammendment. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carrird. Roll call
on original motion. All ayes: Strom, Ford, Rice, Russell, Hopke, Peck, and McDugle.
Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that Mr. Tommy Thompson was desirous
of installing a miniature railway between the ferry terminal and the Washington
Park. He requested the City's approval of this project before applying to Great
Northern Railway for the use of their line. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman
Hopke seconded that the City Manager be authorized to state to Mr. Thompson that
the City had no objections to his plan. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle gave a report on his recent attendance to the Gold Cup Races
in Seattle.
Councilman Hopke moved and Councilman Rice seconded that City Council be
adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Ayes: Strom, Ford, Rice, Russell, Hopke, McDugle.
Nayes: Peck. Motion carried.
Signed
DON MCDUGLE
August 21, 1962
August 21, 1962
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Father Marner.
Roll call. Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Councilman Strom moved, and Councilman Russell seconded
that due to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and that copies were
available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if
read. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
Mr. Stanley Anderson of 1613 24th Street spoke to the Council asking about the
proposed Urban Renewal area. He qu.0stioned the Council at length as to whether
they would be ..4doing amything regarding his business, which is located in the af-
fected area. Various members of the Council spoke to Mr. Anderson explaining that
it was still in the early planning stages at this time. Mr. Ken Sherman, a
member of the Planning Commission, spoke from the audience stating that this was
in the very early preliminary stages and it would be months before argrthing was
done on it and stated to Mr. Anderson that he thought that Mr. Anderson should
attend a Planning Commission meeting. He further stated that Walter Johnson,of
the John Graham Co., be present and explain all the plans for the Urban Renewal
Program.
Mr. Carl Smitha, who was a resident of Island View, spoke from the audience
asking what could be done about the street between J and H Avenue on 22nd St.
He stated it needed servicing badly and wondered if perhaps the arterial gas tax
money could not be used for a like area. A lengthy discussion followed. Coun-
cilman Peck stated that he was of the opinion that it should have been included
in with LID No. 156. A discussion then followed regarding what constituted an
arterial and what streets could be resurfaced with the arterial gas tax money.
The City Manager presented a copy of the Comprehensive Plan and the 6-year Plan
showing what streets had been designated as arterial and minor -arterial.
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Councilman Peck stated that he felt that due to the fact that the Cap Sante
paving was minus curbs, gutters, and storm sewers and was still an LID, which was
assessed to each property owner, he felt that the Sunset Beach people were getting
their property paved free, and he did not think this was fair. The City Manager
explained that the Sunset Beach area benefitted many people due to the fact that
it was the access to a City Park.
A disaussion was given regarding the specifications used for the paving of
Cap Sante and the Sunset Beach area by Councilman Peck. The City Attbrney ex-
plained to the Council that their position should be to set up the street improve-
ment programs for 1963, and this was the time to be thinking of what paving projects
would be completed due to the fact that the paving season would be soon over for the
year of 1962.
Mrs. Dorothy Bartholomew presented the Council with a petition bearing sig-
natures of 404 voters in the City of Anacortes, petitioning the Council to submit
the fluoridation of the domestic water supply to the voters. Councilman Hopke
moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the petition be accepted and ordered
placed on file for further signatures and study. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.. Motion carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from Puget Sound Power & Light Co. requesting
the approval of the City for construction of proposed power lines from 2nd Ave.
south along the easterly side of Kansas Street to a point near Fouth Avenue.
They further requested.permisdion to remove the existing trees from the center of
and to the east line of Kansas Street at which time Mr. Sherman, representing
Puget Power & Light Co, spoke to the Council from the audience stating that Puget
Power & Light would cut the trees and do all necessarywork in the area. A dis-
cussion followed and Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that the
request be granted and the land cleared and that all saleable logs in the clearing
of the land be sold and the money be deposited in the City treasury. Roll call.
All ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that it was time to open the bids on
the painting of the dining room. The first bid received was from Leslie 0.
Henderson, 819 22nd Street in the amount of $367.20. the completian date to be
August 31, 1962. The second bid was from Ivan D. Gililand, Rt. 3 box 81 in
the amount of $448.30. Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Russell seconded
that the low bid of Leslie 0. Henderson in the amount of $367.20 be accepted.
Roll call. A11 ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
The financial report for the month of July was accepted and placed on file.
In the absence of Chairman For#, Mayor McDugle appointed Councilman Strom to
serve on the Finance Committee.
The claims against the City for the first half of August, 1962, were read to
the Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the Fiance
Committee. Upon favorable report by the Finance Committee, a motion was made by
Councilman Peck and seconded by Councilman Hopke, that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had analyzed the chemical
bids which had been received at the last Council meeting for liquid chlorine
for the treatment of the water supply. The bids are as follows:
Hooker Chemical $95.21 per ton delivered -treatment plant (water)
Van Waters & Rogers 92.24 per ton delivered -treatment plant (water)
Councilman Hopke moved and Councilman Russell seconded that the low bid of Van
Waters & Rogers for liquid chlorine in the amount of $92.24 be accepted and
ordered. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion
carried.
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The City Manager presented the Council with the final payment due Marine
Asphalt on Local Improvement District #157, in the amount of $10,594.40. He
stated that he had checked the work to date and it was his recommendation that this
amount,be paid and he further recommended that an interest bearing warrant bearing
the interest of 4.40% be issued Statewide Retirement, dated August 21, 1962, in'the
amount of $10,594.40. He further stated that there was still an amount retained
by the City, which would be released after the thirty day period had elapsed. He
further stated that he was going to write to the State Tax Commission and the
Department of Labor and Industries to secure releases for the Contractor.
The City Manager further stated that it was his recommendation that the
date of October 2, 1962, at 7:30 p.m. be set as the date for the hearing on the
assessment roll for Local Improvement District 157. Councilman Strom moved and
Councilman Hopi-e seconded that the recommendations of the City Manager be accepted
and that an interest bearing warrant in the amount of $10,594.40 be issued
Statewide Retirement bearing interest of 4.40% dated August 21, 1962 as the final
payment due Marine Asphalt on Local Improvement District 157, and the project be
accepted and the date of October 2, 1962 be set as the final date for the hearing
of the assessment roll on the project. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried. Further, the Clerk be instructed to
notify the affected property owners.
The City Manager reported to the Council that on the Hillcrest area the
transsmission line of 16" steel transits pipe was in critical condition. Electrolosis
had been at work upon the line and it was in poor condition. He recommended
that the City contact the Consulting Engineering Firm of Stevens & Thompson to
provide a design for laying a new water line in the same area. He stated
that the cost would be in the neighborhood of $30,000.00 and that the engineering
cost would be approximately 7% of the constructions cost. He further explained
that in projects of this nature consultants are usually retained to make the
design. He further stated that this was the busy time for the City's Engine-
ering Department with the paving projects going on and that while there was no
doubt that the City Engineering staff could make the design for the project,
in as much as time was of the essence, it was his recommendation that the Con-
sultant Firm be retained. A lengthy and heated discussion followed regarding the
City's using the Consultants 'or existing engineering staff. Various members of
the Council expressed their views on this question and stated that they
felt that the engineering work should be completed with existing crews. The City
Manager stated that of course it could be done with the existing engineering crews
but due to the fact that the line was in such critical condition that it was im-
perative that it be done as soon as possible. Mr. William Latimer of the
Anacortes Water Department spoke to the Council and stated that it was indeed
crucial and that for the last three weekends water crews have had to work the
entire weekend to repair the existing line. A further discussion followed and
Councilman Strom moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that the City retain the
Engineering Firm of Stevens & Thompson to prepare the engineering design and to
report back to the Council. A further discussion followed and Councilman Peck
ammended the motion that the City Engineering Department prepare the engineering
design on this water line and all other small water lines within the City.
Councilman Hopke seconded the ammendment. Roll call. Aybs: Hopke, McDugle, Peck,
and Russell. Noyes: Strom. Motion carried. Roll call on the .:motion as
ammended. Ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Russell. Noyes: Strom. Motion carried.
Councilman Peck moved that the Office of the Building Inspector be transferred
to the Fire Department under the direct supervision of the Fire Chief. Councilman
Hopke seconded the motion. A discussion followed. Councilman Strom explained
to the rest of the Council that there was protocall involved in this problem and
that he was of the recommendation that there should be further study on this before
anything was done regarding any changes. He further stated that there was no
money allocated in the Fire Department budget to pay the Building Inspector's
salary. City Attorney Wells explained to the Council that the time to do anything
in the changing of personnel or job re-classification was to be done at the time the
preliminary budget was adopted. He further stated that.he would withhold legal
opinion on any ordinances involving such a change. After a further discussion
Councilman Peck withdrew his motion, and the matter was referred to a study.
Councilman Hopke reported to the Council that he and Councilman Peck had been
in communication with interested property owners on 41st Street near the Mt. Erie
School regarding the problem of the hazards involved by children walking to and
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from the school at the side of the road. He stated that of the people he had
contacted, they were willing to donate the land in providing a twenty-five foot
roadway, but in no way a sixty foot roadway, providing, of course, the road be
constructed in the property location. The City must donate the tile and cover
the ditch and to assist in providing this roadway.
Mr. Robert Sager's petition for the vacation of the northern thirty feet of
35th Street between "D" Avenue and R. Jonev acreage, which had been discussed at
a previous Council meeting was brought up. The City Attorney explained that he
had been in contact with Mr. Sager and that Mr. Sager's home was approximately 15,
in the middle of the road. A lengthy discussion followed and Councilman Peck moved
and Councilman Hopke seconded that any further discussion on this proposed vacation
would be tabled for the moment and the City Attorney be instructed to check with
the Engineer involved, and for him to report back at the next Council meeting.
Roll can. An ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle reported that it was time to make appointments to various boards.
A discussion then followed as to whether or not the entire Park Board could be
appointed, new appointments made, or additions be made to the Board. Mayor McDugle
presented the name of Fred Snyder as a member of the Park Board to replace Dr.
Brooks. Councilman Peck moved that Fred Snyder be appointed. After a further
discussion on this appointment, it was the concensus of opinion that an appointment
for the Park was to be discussed at a study meeting before there wast.:any action
taken.
Mayor McDugle presented the name of Tom Gannon to replace Mrs. Wendell
/ Hildebrand, who is.presently serving on the Library Board. Councilman Hopke moved
and Councilman Peck seconded that the recommendation of the Mayor be accepted and
that Mr. Gannon be appointed on the Library Board. Roll call. Ayes: Hopke,
McDugle, Peck, Russell. Abstain: Strom. Strom. Motion carried. After a
lengthy discussion, all further Board appointments were tabled at this time.
Councilman Hospke stated that he felt the same way as Mayor McDugle regarding
the salary of the City Manager. He further stated that he, too, had run on the
platform that the City Manager was making too much money. City Attorney Wells
stated that before arV action was taken on this matter, it was his recommendation
that more study be given. Mayor McDugle stated that he had been apprized very
recently of all the additional duties that Mr. French was performing in addition
to his duties as City Manager. Mayor Strom stated that he was violently opposed
to a discussion of this nature in an open meeting and stated that he would
strongly recommend that a discussion of this type be held at a study session with
only the Council present. A further discussion followed. Councilman Hopke
moved that the salary of the City Manager be adjusted. There being no seconds,
Councilman Hopke's motion died. Mayor McDugle stated that it was his recommendation
there be a study meeting on August 28, 1962, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers
at which time the preliminary budget of 1963 will be discussed. Councilman
Russell moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that a study meeting be held. Ayes:
Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Russell. Abstain: Strom. Motion carried.
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There being no further business Mayor McDugle declared the meeting adjourned
at 9:30 p.m.
Signed 9M4 1*eit
Iron- H. McDugle, Mayor
Attest '
lane Erho3r., City Clerk
September 4, 1962
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Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Barfoot.
Roll call. Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,gtrom., and Russell.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved, and Councilman Strom seconded
that due to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and that copies were
available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if
read. Councilman Hopke then questioned the City Clerk regarding the preceding
minutes, which stated that the property owners on 41st Street near the Mr. Erie
School Iliad stated they would donate the tile and cover the ditch. Councilman Hopke:
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stated that the Clerk was erroneous in that the property owners had not stated that
they would provide this tile and covering the ditch, and it being their wish to have
the City provide the services. Roll call on the minutes as corrected. All ayes:
Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mr. Robert L. Harr spoke from the audience regarding the dust from the
Skyline Airport landing strip, which was making Washington Park very undesirable and
he requested that the City Manager look into this problem. Mr. French stated that
• it was his understanding that Skyline had planned to plant grass seed on half of the.;.
strip this fall and the other half this spring. However, he reported he would look
into this matter and report back to the Council.
Mr. Ivan Smith, a resident of Island View spoke from the audience regarding 22nd
Street from J to H Avenue. He stated it was in deplorable condition and asked if
there were any plans to pave this street. The matter was discussed at length and
was referred to a study meeting.
Mr. Osborn, of 1309 27th Street, spoke from the audience to the Council
regarding the sidewalk on his street, stating that it was defective. The City
Manager was instructed to check into this matter and report back to the Council.
Mr. John Hammons, a resident of Hillcrest, spoke from the audience to the
Council regarding the open water line near Hillcrest Avenue. He stated for some
time the water had been going under the alley into his property, and he requested
that this matter be alleviated as soon as possible.
Mrs. Dorothy Bartholomew spoke from the audience and presented the Couhcil with
a petition with the signatures of 140 residents of Anacortes requesting that
the additions of fluorides to the water be putup to the voters of the City of
Anacortes on a ballot at the General Election, to be held November 6. Mayor McDugle
ordered the petition placed on file with a previous petition.
The Clerk read a letter from Loren F. Welch tendering his resignation as a
member of the Board of Adjustment, to be effective September 4, 1962.The letter
stated that his decision to resign had been brought about due to the fact that he
had lost confidence in the decisions of apparently four (4) members of the present
Council, who in his opinion were in a part: -responsible for the loss of key
personnel in our City. Mayor McDugle ordered the letter placed on file.
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The Clerk read a letter from Ardath I. Schneider requesting that Skyline bring
its planes in and out over Flounder Bay instead of Sunset Park, as it is scattering
droves of dust over the area. The Mayor ordered the letter placed on file.
Mayor McDugle then read a letter of resignation from Mr. Archie French, City
Manager, stating his resignation would be effective October 3, with a three week
terminal vacation. Councilman Hopke moved•-4nd Councilman Peck seconded that the
resignation be accepted. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with the preliminary budget for 1963.
He then gave a brief budget message and stated that there had been study meetings
with the Council regarding the proposed preliminary budget and that the budget, as
presented, contained the Council's wishes.
Councilman Peck stated that there had been a discussion at one point of putting
an extra policeman on duty. He further stated that he was of the opinion that it
would be more feasible to purchase a grader for the Street Department over a three
.year period, and to use the money budgeted for the grader to provide ample police
protection. The City Manager stated that the budget presented herewith was identi-
cal to that which the Council had agreed upon at a study session. A discussion
followed and Councilman Peck moved that the sum of $15,000, which had been allocated
in the Street Department for a grader, be transferred to the Current Expense Fund
and to make adjustments where necessary for salaries for City employees. The
motion died for the lack of a second. A discussion then followed in which the
City Attorney explained that any changes to be made in the budget at this point
would constitute the budget being thrown out of balance and would require recalcu-
lation in order to be presented to the Council. Councilman Strom moved and
Councilman Rice seconded that the preliminary budget for the year 1963 be accepted
as presented due to the fact that at the study meeting it had been agreed by the
Council to accept the budget as it was presented herein. Roll call. Ayes: Rice,
McDugle, Strom, Russell. Nayes: Hopke, Peck. Motion carried.
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The City Manager presented the Council with Progress Payment #1 due Marine
Asphalt for paving Sunset Beach Road from the ferry terminal road to Washington
Park. He stated that the work was complete and the total cost of the project was
$9,457.50 less 15% retained a $8s038.87. He stated that of this amount due
$2,009.72 would be paid by the Street Department and the balance would be paid by
the one-half gas arterial tax money. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom
seconded that the recommendation be accepted and warrants be drawn to pay the
$8,038.87 for the resurfacing of the road. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with Progress Payment #3 to Associated
Sand & Gravel Co., in the amount of $22,721.69 in connection with LID 156. He
stated that he had checked the work to date and it was his recommendation that this
amount was owing to the Contractor at this time. Councilman Rice moved and Coun-
cilman Russell seconded that the City Manager's recommendation be accepted and
warrants bearing the interest of 4.40% be issued Grande & Co., Inc. dated
September 4, 1962, in the amount of $22,721.67. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke,
Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with Final Progress Payment #3 to B & B
Plumbing and Heating for the waterline relocation in connection with LID 156. He
stated that the work on this phase was complete and it was his recommendation that
the City Council accept the work and authorize payment due B & B Plumbing &
Heating Co. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the City
Manager's recommendation be accepted and Final Progress Payment #3 in the amount of
$1,267.66 be paid B & B Plumbing & Heating Co. Roll call. Ayes: Rice, McDugle,
Peck, Strom, Russell. Neyes: Hopke. Motion carried.
In the absence of Chairman Ford, Mayor McDugle appointed Councilman Rice to
serve on the Finance Committee.
The Claims against the City for the last half of August, 1962, 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
Councilman Rice and seconded by Councilman Peck, that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. A11 ayes: Hopke, Rice, NeDugle,
Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that at the inception of the C ity's
participation in the Statewide City Employees Retirement System, Marvin Beebe's
prior service had been incorrectly stated as 16 years, 9 months, 6 days. He
stated that it should have been 14 years, and 279 days. Councilman Strom moved and
Councilman Peck seconded that the prior service be ammended to 14 years, and 279 days
for Marvin Beebe. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and
Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that the PoliceMDepartment had re-
ceived their All American shoulder patch insignias, and further stated he was
desirous of procuring decals for all City vehicles.
Mayor McDugle stated that there would be a study meeting on September 11.
A discussion then followed regarding the area of 41st Street near the Mount
Erie School regarding the possibility of widening the existing roadway. Council-
man Strom moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the Mayor be instructed to notify
the affected property owners, namely, Mr. Merrifield, Mr. Dimmick, Mr. Michal, and
Mr. Lee, and request their attendance at a Council study meeting to discuss this
matter at length. Roll call. All ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and
Russell. Motion carded.
The City Attorney reported to the Council that it was his recommendation that
the Mayor advertise for a new Manager as soon as possible. Councilman Strom moved
and Councilman Rice seconded an advertisement for City Manager and City Engineer,
or able to secure a registration in the State of Washington, be issued to Western
City Magazine and the International City Managers' Association. Councilman Strom
amended his motion to state that in the advertisement, experience as Manager, would
be a requirement. Councilman Rice concurred on the ammendment. Roll call on the
ammendment. All ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried
Roll call on the motion. All ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell.
Motion carried.
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Councilman Strom then stated that he wished to publicly express his gratitude
to the City Manager for the excellent and efficient way he had administered his
duties as City Manager during his term of office. He further stated that in no way
had the Manager tried to direct the Council. Attorney Wells stated that the com-
munity had improved during Mr. Frenchis term with the City and through his efforts,
the City was being run as efficiently and economically as arw City of this size could
be run. The members of the audience gave the City Manager a rousing ovation.
Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the City Manager be
allowed three weeks terminal vacation, to be effective October 3. Roll call. A11
ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
A discussion then followed on the possibility of submitting to the voters the
proposed addition of fluoride to the water supply. Councilman Strom stated that the
Council had previously voted unanimously to add fluoride to the water. He further
stated that the equipment to do this had been ordered and he was of the opinion
that the'Council should stand by their convictions and he was unalterably opposed
to putting this issue on the ballot. The City Manager stated that he had received
the approval of the State Department of Health to install the equipment and to add
fluoride to the water supply. Councilman Peb.k moved and Councilman Hopke seconded
that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance submitting the pro-
posal of adding fluoride to the water supply for the next Council meeting. Roll
call. Ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Russell. Nayes: Rice, Strom. Motion carried.
A discussion then followed regarding the possibility of submitting the pro-
posed dog leash law to the voters. Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Hopke
seconded that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance submitting
the proposal of a dog leash law for the next Council meeting. A discussion fol-
lowed and Councilman Strom reviewed for the members of the Council, the thinking
of past Councils on the problem of dogs running at large in the City. Attorney
Wells pointed out to the members of the Council that there should be three separate
propositions submitted in the ordinance that being 1. no dog leash law. q. a
leash law for the summer months 3. an all year leash law. Councilman Peck moved
and Councilman Russell seconded that the Attorney be instructed to prepare an
ordinance submitting the three propositions regarding the dog leash law for the
next Council meeting. Roll call. Ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Russell. Nayes:
Rice, Strom. Motion carried.
Councilman Hopke moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the meeting be ad-
journed at 9:55 p.m.
Signed Rq 0-0
o c le , Mayor
71/_Attest
ane rho , ity lerk
September 18, 1962
A regular meeting of the City Council for the City of Anacortes was called
to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Dr. C. R. Pinson
Roll call. Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, & Russell.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded
that due to the fact that each Councilman has 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: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell.
Motion carried.
Being there was no one in the audience who wished to speak for the good of
the City, Councilman Ford requested permission for Mayor McDugle to speak as a
citizen. Councilman Ford then gave the following statements
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Conditions in the affairs of Anacortes, by my and marry other
peoples' standards, have reached a point which requires a review of what
is happening.
In the last four years - up to the municipal election of this
year - the City of Anacortes had made progress beyond amy previous
siinilar period in its history. Streets were paved, City services
were extended and improved, departmental equipment was augmented, more
efficient people and methods were employeed, water facilities were
extended and improved, the financial condition of the City was almost
unbelievably improved, and material purchasing and labor and services
were placed beyond the reach of political influence.
In contrast to this accomplishment, let's review what has happened
since the municipal elections earlier this year.
1. Some folks don't seem to realize the election is over. The same old
worn-out issues are still being belabored. For example, "the last
administration was crooked." If anyone on or off this Council bears
any person say the previous administration was crooked, and is willing
to stand as a witness, I shall take legal action against the person
making the statement.
2. The Council is indecisive. Several important appointments remain
unfilled. Other decisions are delayed.
3. The Council reverses itself. In one instance Council members voted
"yes" and "no" within one minute:on the same issue.
4. Only one program of important significance to Ansoortes has been
planned or completed, and certain Councilmen have since grumbled
that even this should not have been done.
5. Because of actions,.attitudes or unjustified harassment, key people
of competence in the administration have resigned. I happen to know
that other competent people are either looking for other employment
or considering resignation.
6. In my opinion, competitive and competent people will hesitate to
apply for key jobs in our City under the present conditions.
7. This Council has no definite policy or program. Neither the
Council nor the citizens of Anacortes know what the City is doing
or will do from one meeting to the next:
Such conditions cannot continue and produce a progressive City.
So, I respectfully suggest that:
1. Petty, personal bickering be eliminated from this Council.
2. We agree that the Council floor is not a forum for emotional, personal,
or insignificant issues. Our time should be spent in orderly and
serious handling of routine city business and in planning and im-
plem6nting a program for continuing progress in"Anacortes.
3. The leadership, originality, dignity and ability which Anacortes'
people have a right to expect from us should be demonstrated.
Mayor McDugle then presented the Council with a program which the City of
Puyallup adopted, which is in his opinion a very workable plan. The plan is as
follows:
The following departments have been created fro the administrative management of
the City of Puyallup:
1. Department of Finance:This department has been created to provide a
central control over the accounting, disbursing, auditing, and other fiscal
affairs of the City. The units to be combined in this department area
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1. City Clerk
2. City Treasurer
3. Deputy City Clerk and Treasurer
4. Billing and Bookkeeping Operations
5. Elections
Supervision and control of this department is under the immediate direction
of a Director of ?Finance. The City Clerk is hereby designated as the
Director of Finance.
2. Department of Law: This department is established for the administration
of the legal affairs of the City. The units to be combined in this department
are:
1. City Attorney
2. Police Judge
Supervision of this department will remain under the supervision of the
City Manager.
3. De artment of Safet : This department is established to protect the life
and property of citizens and of all persons within the City. Units to be
combined in this department are:
1. Police Chief and Officers
2. Fire Chief and Officers
3. Office of Civil Defense
Supervision of this department will remain under the direction of the City
Manager.
4. Departtent of Public Works: This department will administer all City busi-
ness relating to public improvements and those services which require the
application of engineering skills. The units to be combined in this depart-
ment are those of"
1. Municipal Engineering
2. Street and Alley Construction and Maintenance
3. Storm and sanitary sewer construction and maintenance
4. Automotive Maintenance
5. Waterworks
6. Sewage Treatment
Supervision and control of this department will be under the immediate direction
of a Director of Public Works. The City Engineer is hereby designated as
the Director of Public Works.
5. Department of Public Services:This department is created to provide for
e health and welfare an recreational activities of the citizens of
Puyallup. The units combined in this department are:
1. Parks and Recreational
2. Health
3. Building Inspection
4. Cemetery
Supervision of this department will remain under the direction of the City
Manager.
Monthly reports and work orders will be submitted to the appropriate director
will in turn submit them to the City Manager.
Regarding the letter to the Council Mr. Mr. Eldon Baker, Councilman Peck
moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that the letter be placed on fild.. Roll call.
Ayes: Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Russell. Nayes: Ford, Strom. Motion
carried.
The Clerk read excerpts from the Park Board Meeting of September 7, 1962,
regarding the proposed Lions Club project for Little Cranberry Park. The minutes
stated that the Park Board recommended to the City Council the acceptance of the
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Lions' Club proposal subject to the transfer of property from the Water Department
to the Park Department and subject to the Lions Club providing adequate sanitary
facilities appropriate to the area, in addition to other provisions of their plan.,
The Mayor referred it to a stud session.
Mayor McDugle read a proposed resolution putting the proposition of adding
fluoride to the water to the Council. Councilman Peck moved andCouncilman Hopke
seconded that the resolution be adopted and the Clerk be instructed to send a
notice to the County Auditor and prepare ballots to be issued at the November 6
election. Roll call. Ayes: Hopke, McDugle, Peck, Russell. Nayes: Rice, Strom;
Present: Ford. Motion carried.
Councilman Strom then stated that he felt that due to the fact that the Council'
had already gone -on record as being for this proposition and the equipment had
been ordered and was presently being installed, he felt that the Council's stand
should not be reversed and that this matter should not go up to the people. A
lengthy discussion followed in which Councilman Hopke stated that he had felt that
at the time the new Council members had been seated, this proposal had been put
up to the Council, which is to add fluoride to the water. He stated he felt that
it was unfair to have t&is done in this manner, and that it would have been his
recommendation that the old Council would have voted to add the fluoride to the
water. Councilman Strom explained to Councilman Hopke that members of the old
Council were practical politicians and he had been assured that they would have
gone along with the plan. However, being an election was in the offing, there
had been no action taken.
The City Manager read the proposed proposition of dog control on the ballot.
The order was as follows: 1. dog control from April 1 to September 1. 2. dog
control year around. 3. dog control no. Councilman Russell moved that this
measure be put on the ballot and the resolution be passed. The motion died for
lack of a second. A discussion then followed regarding how the vote would count,
if dog control would count more insome form than dog control no. Then various
interested people in the audience spoke regarding the proposition. Councilman Ford
moved that the reslution be passed providing that it be stated at this time that
some form of dog control by the voters be counted double to those against. The
motion died for lack of a second. A discussion further followed regarding the fact
of the emergency involved for putting it on the ballot at this time. Councilman
Rice moved and Councilman Ford seconded that the resolution be held absence until
the March election. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the first half of September, 1962, were read
to the Council and upon hearing no objections, the Mayor referred them to the
Finance Committee. Upon favorable report by the Fina reface Committee, a motion was
made by Councilman Rice and seconded by Councilman Ford that the claims be
allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke,
Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager presented the Council with Progress Payment to Associated
Sand & Gravel in the amount of $199 311.20. This is the Final Progress Payment
except for the 15% retained. He stated that he had inspected the work to date
and it was his recommendation that this be paid due to the fact that it was owing
the Contractor as of this date. He further stated that the work was complete and
it was his recommendation that the City accept the job as completed. Councilman
Ford moved and Councilman Rice seconded that interest bearing warrants dated
September 18, 1962, bearing interest at a rate of 4.40% be issued Grande & Co.
Inc. to pay Final Progress Payment due to Associated Sand & Gravel Co. in the
amount of $19,111.40 and the project be accepted as complete. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carded.
The City Manager requested permission of the Council to change the hearing
dates for Local Improvement District #157 from October 2, to October 16, 1962.
Councilman Hopke moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the date of October 16,
19629 be set as the Final Hearing date on Local Improvement District #157, and
authorize the Clerk to notify the affected property owners and publish same.
Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
Motion carried.
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The City Manager reported to the Council that at the present the City Engine-
ering Department was preparing the designs for the Hillcrest water transmission
line and they would be done in the near future. He requested permission to can
for bids on approximately 1,500 feet of 16" water line at an estimated cost of
$25,000.00. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the request
of the City Manager be accepted and he be instructed to call for bids on the 16"
water transmission line. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that as they had requested at the
last study meeting, he had contacted the Consulting Engineering Firm of Stevens
& Thompson regarding the possibility of securing a City Engineer and a Water Super-
intendent on a temporary basis. He reported that Stevens & Thompson had agreed
to have a man in Anacortes to assume these duties at the following figures:
Salaries'- $725.00 per month,. Direct overhead charges on labor - 40% making a
total of $290.00, lodging in subsistence based on actual costs incurred but not
to exceed $450.00 per month, Maximum total per month $1,455.00. Mr. French
further noted that in addition to this the City will have to furnish transportation
for the Consultant here. Mr. French also reported to the Council that this was
indeed a reasonable figure due to the fact that normally consultants charge 100%
of the overhead.
Councilman Peck reported that he had been in contact with Mr. Le Gro, a civil
engineer, in Mount Vernon, and that Mr. Le Gro was indeed desirous of discussing
the possibility of being retained by the City of Anacortes on a Consultant basis
for the amount of approximately $300.00 - $400.00 per month. Mr. Peck further
moved that the Mayor appoint a committee to contact Mr. Le Gro. A discussion
followed :;with former Mayor Pinson speaking from the audience and stating to the
Mayor to keep in mind the fact that not only was the City of Anacortes involved,
but also large industry such as Shell Oil Refinery, Texaco Refinery, Ault Navy
Base, and the City of La Conner. It was explained by Mr. French that not only
was engineering involved, but the Water Superintendent had to be on call seven
days a week. He further stated that it was his recommendation that a man be hired
as soon as possible due to the fact that familiarity would have to be established
by., whoever takes his place. After a further discussion Councilman Hopke
moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the consultants mentioned in the agreement
with Mr. Chrles of Stevens & Thompson be retained as a Water Superintendent and
Engineer at an amount not to exceed $1,4500.00 a month and that it would be on a
temporary basis. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, Strom, & Russell. Hayes;
McDugle, and Peck, Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had only two more weekbre-
maining on the job and he hoped for a replacement to work with to appraise them of
the marW duties and problems facing the City of Anacortes and its Manager. He
requested an answer from the Council regarding the position of City Treasurer,
whether or not the Council wished him to advertise for applications for City
Treasurer or if they wished him to appoint someone for this position. He further
stated that it had been determined that there would have been'a conflict of
interests regarding the Manager of either one of the local banks to asume the
duties of the City Treasurer. Councilman Hopke stated that he had been apprised
of the fact that it was legal for the Clerk to be also a City Treasurer and that
he would move that the City Clerk be appointed City Treasurer. The City Clerk
stated to Councilman Hopke that she was terminating her position as Deputy
Treasurer effective October 2, and did not wish to be appointed City Treasurer for
The City of Anacortes. A discussion then followed regarding the possibility of
appointing someone who is presently employeed in the office as temporary City
Treasurer, and after a discussion Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Ford seconded
the City Manager be instructed to contact the Certified Public Accountants of the
City of Anacortes, to whether or not they would consider being City Treasurer on
a temporary basis. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
A lengthy discussion then followed regarding Mr. French's resignation. Coun-
cilman Hopke stated that at the time a discussion of the salary of the City Manager
he had in no way hoped for Mr. French's resignation. A discussion of the Assis-
tant Engineer followed and the City Manager reported to the Council that the
.As&istant Engineer had not applied for other employment until after the last
municipal election. Mr. French further stated that the actions and performance
of certain members of theCouncil make it undesirable to continue as the City
Manager of the City of Anacortes and this was the principal consideration in making
the decision to leave. The turmoil that now exists will discourage many of the
better qualified prospective applicants from accepting employment with the City
of Anacortes.
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The Mayor then requested the City Clerk to read a letter from an applicant
for the position of City Clerk from Blaine from a Mr. Paul Andros. The letter
was ordered placed on file.
Councilman Strom stated that as of the present no decision had been reached
as to the appointment of a Manager-Pro-Tem.
Councilman Hopke moved and Councilman Peck moved that the meeting be ad-
journed at 9:55 p.m. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, MdDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried. n
Signed
Don H. McDugle, Mayor
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Attest
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October 1, 1962
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
There being no quorum, Mayor McDugle declared the meeting adjourned until
7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 2, 1962.
October 2, 1962
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Barfoot.
Roll call. Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Hopke seconded
that due to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and that copies
were available at the City Clerk's Office upon request, the minutes be approved
as if read. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then presented the proposed 1963 annual budget to the Council
for their consideration. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Rice seconded that
the budget as presented be adopted and given Ordinance No. 1323, and Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Ro]1 call. All ayes: For4, Hopke,
Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney presented the Council with an ordinance setting forth -the
millage levy for the year of 1963. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck
seconded that.the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1324 and the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to sign and publish same. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The Clerk read a letter from Mr. Harold Sherman, representing Marine Asphalt
Co. requesting permission to install on Mount Erie, an antenna for six two-way
radios. The letter requested a five year lease for the property on Mr. Erie
and they would agree to pay a modest fee. Mayor McDugle referred the matter to
the next study meeting.
The City Attorney presented the Council with an ordinance repealing Ordinance
No. 1240 for the City of Anacortes, which had consolidated the duties of theCity
Treasurer and City Manager. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Rice seconded
that the Ordinance be adopted and given No. 1325 and the Mayor and Clerk be autho-
rized to sign and publish same. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Strain, and Russell. Nayes: Peck. Motion carried.
The City Attorney presented the Council with a resolution naming the present
City Clerk Manager Pro-Tem. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Rice seconded
that the resolution be adopted. Roll can. Ayes: Ford, Rice, Strom, and
Russell. Nayes: Hopke, McDugle, and Peck. Motion carried.
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Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the resolution be read.
Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion
carried. The City Attorney then read the resolution naming Mr. William Gallagher
as Temporary Water Superintendent and City Engineer. Councilman Ford moved and
Councilman Peck seconded that the resolution be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to sign. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and
Russell. Motion carried.
LThe City Attorney then presented the Council with a resolution naming Mrs.
Mildred C. Bryant as the Temporary City Treasurer of the City of Anacortes. Councilman
Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the resolution be adopted and the
Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peek, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then read an ordinance ammending Section I of Ordinance No.
1313, setting forth the salaries of certain appointed officials of the City.
Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the Ordinance be adopted
and given No. 1326 and the MayorApffid Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call.
Ayes: Ford, Rice, McDugle, Strom, and Russell. Nayes: Hopke, Peck. Motion
carried.
The City Attorney presented the Council with a proposed emergency ordinance
making provisions for salaries for the City Manager Pro-Tem, and the Acting Water
Superintendent and City Engineer, and the City Treasurer. Councilman Rice moved
and Councilman Hopke seconded that the hearing date on the Ordinance be set for
October 16, 1962, and the Clerk be instructed to publish same. Roll call. All
ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney reported to the Council that as instructed he was herewith
presenting his opinion as to the liability of the City regarding the trees on Park
property in relation to the Skyline Airport. The opinion Ls as follows:
To the Honorable Mayor and City Council:
You have requested rV written opinion as to the liability of the City of
Anacortes in the event -.of the collision of aircraft approaching or leaving Skyline
Airport with trees near the northwesterly and of said airport which are on property
owned by the City and which exceed the 20 to 1 approach plane.
Before Skyline Airport was approved, the Planning Commission required the
submission of a number of maps and diagrams which located the centerline and
terminii of the runway with considerable certainty. During the proceedings, the
Planning Commission viewed the northerly approaches to the field and discussed the
topping of certain trees on property owned by Skyline and by the City. Tentative
designation of the trees concerned were made. Based on these discussions,
the Planning Commission recommended the approval and zoning of Skyline Airfield
to the Council, and thereafter the Council passed the appropriate ordinance.
Section 8-7.14.2 of the Code, relating to Airfield Zoning Map, states in
part, "The Airfield Zoning Map approach Zones A and B shall bear a 20 to 1 ratio
of incline, beginning at the end of the runway." Section 8-7.14.3 states, "The
height of any and all buildings, structures and all natural growths shall be
limited to district requirements ... and shall further alimited and kept belo*
the incline restrictions..." (underlining supplied). ec ion - a es
"These permitted use-s-Mall. be subject to all state and federal regulations and
requirements of the State of Washington and Federal Government and their official
subdivisions regulating aircraft and airfields."
Letter from Abbott, Lant & Fleeson, attorneys representing Skyline, states
that the Director of Aeronautics has indicated that certain trees in the park near
the northwest end of the runway of the airstrip may constitute a hazard to planes...
and should be topped or removed. In letter from the Washington State Aeronautics
Commission addressed to Skyline, dated September 28, 1962, it was stated that a
recent inspection of the Skyline Airport had revealed that the trees at the
northwest end of the airstrip were not removed, topped or marked, and further in-
dicated, "The trees exceed the criteria as defined in State standards for ob-
struction to aerial navigation."
Mills vs. Orcas Power & Light Co., 56 Wash 2nd 807 is the first case in
Washington which recognized navigable air space and the right of planes to fly the
same without becoming automatic trespassers of land adjoining airfields. This
case also held that while the owners of an airfield had the primary responsibility,
the owners of the adjacent land, once they were notified of the fact that there existed
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on their lands a condition dangerous to users of the navigable air spece, had
secondary responsibility to remove or properly mak-k such hazard.
City vs. Tucker, an Iowa case decided in 1936, while not entirely in point,
has held that trees on land adjoining an airfield obstructing air traffic and
constituting a hazard thereto, were a nuisance, and the landowner could be
enjoined from maintaining the same.
"Obstruction, Marking and Lighting", a booklet put out by the Washington
State Aeronautics Commission, W. A. Gebinini, Director, provides on Page 18 for the
lighting of trees where found to be an obstruction to a lighted airfield. While
Skyline is not a lighted airport, this does indicate the concern of the Aero-
nautics Commission for the existence of obstructing trees.
Under the circumstances, if the City had not been a party to the creation of
the airport, and was not the owner of the adjoining property, there would not seem
to exist the problem we have before us. The attorneys for Skyline have definitely
put the City on notice of the existence of a hazard which, while it is Skyline's
primary duty to remove, they cannot, without the consent and approval of the
Council, carry out this responsibility.
On the premise that the City knew of the existence of trees in the Park at
the time of zoning for the airport which exceeded the 20 to 1 ratio of incline
for the end of the airstrip fixed by map furnished the Planning Commission, and
on the premise that it was tentatively agreed those trees would be topped or re-
moved, based on the understanding that the ordinance required the limitation of
natural growths and the observance of state requirements and the fact that the
Director of Aeronautics has indicated that the trees may constitute a hazard, it
is my considered opinion, subject to various defenses which the City could
present, that the City might be liable under the circumstances posed by the request
given me. There is certainly no guarantee against the Cityls being made a
defendant in any lawsuit involving accident as a result of the trees existing
above the 20 to 1 ratio of the incline.
I would recommend the topping of the offending trees.
Yours respectfully,
City Attorney Wells
Mr. H. Stuart Litzsinger, Vice President of Skyline on Burrows Bay Inc. pre-
sented a letter to the Council stating Skyline's position on the trees. Mayor
McDugle read the letter, which is as follows:
City Councilmen
City of Anacortes
Gentlemen:
At the time of Skyline's request for the creation of a Laning Field District for
an airstrip the matter was investigated quite thoroughly. There was one%major
factor of concern to the Planning Commission; the matter of high poles and trees
on the NW end of the proposed runway. The Federal Aviation Agency and the State
of Washington Board of Aeronautics were contacted for comments and recommendations.
Both agencies recommended that for the safe operation of the proposed airstrip,
the hazards on the NW end should be removed. Based on this recommendation the
request for rezoning was presented by the Planning Commission to the City Council
with the agreement that steps would be taken to remove the hazards. Skyline was
to have the power and telephone lines rerouted and the City would top or remove
the necessary trees. This is also in compliance with the Anacortes Zoning Ordin-
ance which states, in part, "The height of any and all buildings, structures,
and all natural growths shall be limited to district requirements as established
in the Zoning Ordinance for the various land use districts hersinabove set forth
and shall further be limited and shall be kept below the incline restrictions
designating the safe angle or glide for airplanes approaching and leaving the
field of the airport, as set forth on the Airfield Zoning Map hereinabove referred
to and in accordance with the incline ratios herein established."
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Construction of the airstrip has been completed and the entire strip 300, x 2000,
has been fertilized and seeded.The power poles and wires and the telephone lines
has been removed. The only hazards remaining are the high trees.
The State Board of Aeronautics inspected the partially completed runway on 7/13/62
and recommended that the poles and wires be rerouted or marked and that the trees
be removed from the NW and of the airstrip. Mr. Gebenini, the Director of the
Aeronautics for Washington, also informed us of the possible liability connected
with an accident involving hazards to a safe landing approach. He cited an
accident on Orcas Island where judgement was rendered against the owner of the
airstrip and the owner of the hazard.
Following the rerouting of the poles and wires a reinspection was made by the State.
The report of this second inspection emphasises the fact that the trees have not
been removed as originally suggested and stated, "It is therefore again recommended
that you take the necessary action to comply with this recommendation to establish
a clear zone for aerial navigation to and from the Skyline Airport."
Skyline is interested primarily in the safety of the pilots using our airstrip.
We are also interested in making the airstrip an asset to Anacortes and lastly we
are interested in protecting our stockholders investment. For thesd reasons we have
requested permission to top or remove the trees constituting the hazard. We feel
that in doing so we have exhausted all reasonable means within our control to
eliminate the remaining hazard. Further, if our request is denied, or delayed,
we feel that until such time as the offending trees are topped or removed, the City
of Anacortes is accepting full responsibility for any accident involving the trees.
Sincerely,
H. Stuart Litzsinger
Vice President - Skyline Airport
A further discussion followed with Councilman Hopke stating that he was of the
opinion that the Council as a group go out together and look over the project before
any action was taken. Councilman Strom stated that the City would be liable if
there were any accidents involved while said trees were standing. He further
stated that he was convinced that there was a great hazard involved and after a
further discussion, Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Bice seconded that the
trees be removed or topped as required to guard the City against being liable re-
garding this Skyline Airstrip. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, Rice, McDugle, Strom, and
Russell. Nayes: Hopke. Abstain: Peck. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the second half of September, 1962, 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
Councilman Ford and seconded by Councilman Pecic, that the claims be allowed and
warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that due to the fact that Local
Improvement District No. 156 was complete, it was his recommendation that the
hearing date of Novem*er 20, 1962, be set for the final assessment on Local
Improvement District No. 156. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded
the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the date of November 20, 19622
be set as the final hearing date for Local Improvement District No. 156. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that he had been in contact with
a Consulting Engineering Firm of Cornell, Howland, Hayes, & Merryfield, regarding
the possibility of getting federal matching funds for the Sewer Treatment Plant.
He further stated that a representative of the firm desired a meeting with the
Council and he would have a representative of the firm at the next Council meeting
of October 16, 1962, to discuss this matter further.
Councilman Ford then commended the City Manager for his devotion to his duties
during the four years he has been Manager of the City of Anacortes, and stated that
he was expressing the opinion of the majority of the Council in thanking him for
a job well done.
The City Manager thanked the people attending the meeting for showing a great
interest in local government and commended the past Council on their forward thinking
attitude.
Mayor McDugle declared the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p. .
Signed G gn t
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Attest A 4;Q49ra'.on c ug e, Mayor
Diskyle o , itter
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Meeting was called to order at ,7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Roll call. Ford, Hoppe, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no alterations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded
that due to the fact that copies were available at the City Clerk's Office upon
request, the minutes be approved as if read. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle then declared the Final Hearing on assessment roll for Local
Improvement District No. 157 open. The property description is as follows:
The improvem ent of V Avenue from the south line of 6th Street to a point 35 feet
south of the south line of 1st St.; 3rd St. from the east line of V Avenue to
Pagoda Place; Pagoda Place from 3rd St. to East Park Drive to the north line of
5th St.; 5th St. from the meander line to the east line of V Avenue; 2nd St.
from the west line of V Avenue to the east line of U Avenue; U Avenue from the
meander line to the north line of 4th St.; diagonal road leading from the south
line of 6th St. and V Avenue to the south line of 7th St.; W Avenue across Block
19 of Bowman's Central Ship Harbor Water Front Plat; and W Avenue from the south
line of 7th St. to the center line of the alley in Block 35 of Bowman's Central
Ship Harbor Water Front Plat; thence easter2yalong 9th St. and southerly and
easterly through vacated blocks of said plat on existing gravel road to and
through the loop at the out -look point of Cap Sante City Park.
Dr. L. E. Nicholson of 201 V Avenue spoke to the Council and stated that he had
on file with the City Clerk;a letter protesting the assessment for fifty-three
(53) feet of street not paved at the north end of V Avenue south of the point
described as thirty-five (35) feet south of the south line of 1st Street. Mr.
William Henderson of the City Engineering Department explained to Dr. Nicholson
why the project had been changed. He further stated that at the time of the
preliminary assessment roll, it had been planned to pave the area in question,
but during the actual construction, it had been decided to landscape the area
and not to pave. After a further discussion, Councilman Ford moved and Council-
man Rice seconded that part of the assessment district be held in abeyance and
discussed at a later date. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mr. Willard Evans spoke to the Council requesting additional information
on the amount of feet involved in an intersection. It was explained to Mr.
Evans that due to the topography Involved in the area that this project was
unique from other Local Improvement Districts. There being no further ques-
tions, Mayor McDugle declared the hearing on the Final assessment roll for Local
Improvement District No. 157 closed.
The City Attorney then presented to the Council the second reading on the
proposed emergency ordinance setting forth salaries for Water Superintendent —
City Engineer, City Manager, and City Treasurer. Councilman Ford moved and
Councilman Rice seconded the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1327, and the
Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. All ayess
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle then called upon Mr. Ralph Roderick of Cornell, Howland,
Hayes, and Merryfield, Consulting Engineers, who presented the Council with
a preliminary study of the Sewer Treatment facilities. Mr. Roderick gave a
detailed description of the preliminary study. It was discussed that the total
estimated amount of expenditure would be $263,000.00 of which 50% of this
would be provided for by the City and 50% to be paid by the government. After
a discussion, Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the City
proceed with applying for federal funds and to go ahead with this project.
Roll call. An ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
Motion carried. Then, after a further:,discussion,,Councilman Ford moved and
Councilman Strom seconded that the City accept the report of the preliminary
study of the Sewer Treatment facilities as presented by Cornell, Howland, Hayes,
and Merryfield. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Russell. Motion carried.
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The City Attorney presented the Council with a proposed ordinance ap-
propriating the 1963 revenues of the City of Anacortes in various departments of
the City. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the or-
dinance be adopted, and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle then called upon Wilfred Amble, representative of the
Stevens & Thompson Consulting Engineers, who discussed the possibility of ap-
plying for Federal funds to replace certain transmisdion and distribution lines
in the City. Mr. Amble further stated that it would be his recommendation that
Mr. William F. Gallagher, Water Superintendent and City Engineer, be named as
the City's representative to make application for federal funds. Councilman
Peck moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that Mr. William F. Gallagher be named
the representative of the City of Anacortes to apply for federal funds. Roll
call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then read a proposed resolution naming Mr. Gallagher
as the representative of the City and Councilman Ford moved and Councilman
Rice seconded that the resolution be adopted and given number 53, and the Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the first half of October, 1962, 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 Councilman Rice and seconded by Councilman Peck that the
claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford. Hooke. Rice. McDuele. Peck. Strom. and Russell: %'") e-
The City Manager requested permission to call for bids on a grader for the
Street Department. Councilman Russell moved and Councilman Ford seconded that
the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and the City Manager be
authorized to call for bids for a grader for the Street Department. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, MoDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion
carried.
Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Ford seconded that the City Council
hold a special meeting on Friday, October 19, 19629 at 7:30 p.m. within the
Council Chambers of the City Hall, at which time the resolution for the ap-
plication for federal funds would be discussed and the final assessment hearing
on Local Improvement District No. 157 would be considered.
Mayor McDugle declared the meeting adjourned a
Signed
Don H. McDugl*, Mhybr
Attest op
D ne rho , i y ler
October 19, 1962
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Roll call. Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom.
The City Attorney explained to
transpired between himself, the Cit
y
The City Engineer gave a comprehensive report on the problem involved.
A lengthy discussion followed with Dr. Nicholson expressing his opinion, that
he felt his property had not been benefited by the way the area had been
improved, and he further reminded the Council that he had a large a.sessment
to begin with, and he wanted it to be done as agreed upon. He suggested
the City pave the complete area now. The City Attorney told him it was im-
possible at this time. Mr. Wells further stated that there was in his opinion,
a benefit involved and that it was his recommendation that if the Council
wished to make an adjustment, they should do so at this time. However, he
felt that there had been an asset to Dr. Nicholson. Mr. Gallagher concurred
on this opinion. A further discussion followed, and Councilman Peck moved
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and Councilman Strom seconded that Dr. Nicholson's assessment be reduced in the
amount of $166.22 and this amount be applied to the City's assessment due
to the fact that by the improvement to the street end as it now stands, made
the area somewhat like a park. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then presented the Council with an ordinance confirming
Local Improvement District No. 157 assessment roll with the exception of Dr.
Nicholson's assessment. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded
that the ordinance be adopted and given No. 1329 and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
and Strom. Motion carried.
Mr. Wilfred Amble, representing Stevens & Thompson, presented the Council
with the application for federal funds to replace certain lines in the water
distribution system,. in the amount of $4140,000.00. Councilman Strom moved and
Councilman Peck seconded that the resolution be adopted providing for increase
in planned expenditures for capital improvement and be given No. 54 and the
Mayor and (Clerk be authorized to sign. Bbll call. A11 ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager then requested that an agreement between the City of
Anacortes and Stevens & Thompson to do the engineering on the project providing .
federal funds become available be considered at this time. The City Attorney
presented the proposed contract and Councilman Strom moved and Councilman
Rice seconded that the contract for engineering services between the City of
Anacortes and Stevens & Thompson be accepted providing federal funds are
available. Roll call. A11 ayes: For4, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom.
Motion carried.
Mr. James Poirot, representative of Cornell, Howland, Hayes, & Merryfield,
presented the application for public assistance for the Sewage Treatment
Plant in the amount of $263,121.16. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck
seconded that the application be accepted, providing the City Attorney gave
his recommendation to the acceptance as to the form herein presented. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then presented the Council with a proposed resolution
authorizing the application and naming Mr. William F. Gallagher, City Engineer,
be made the representative of the City of Anacortes to apply for the federal
funds. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the resolution
be adopted and given No. 55 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign.
Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then presented the resolution providing for an increase
in planned public expenditures on Local Improvement projects. Councilman Peck
moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the resolution be adopted and given
No. 56 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. A11 ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Council then discussed the possibility of adopting an engineering
contract with Cornell, Howland, Hayes, & Merryfield to be the project engineers
for the construction of the proposed Sewage Treatment Plant in the event that
federal funds are available. The forms were presented to the City Attorney
for his recommendation at a later meeting.
Councilmn Peck moved and Councilman Ford seconded that Mr. Earl Diller
be named City Manager to the City of Anacor�es, for the salary of $760.00
per month, starting November 1, 1962. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke,
Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle declared the meeting adjo at 9s05 p.m.
Signed
Doh H. McDuglb, Mayor
Attest
ro1m, Gity Clerk
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Invocation was presented by Reverend Stanford, of the First Southern Baptist.
Roll call. Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no alter-
ations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded that due
to the fact that each Councilman has a copy for study and that copies were availbble
at the City Clerks office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll
call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion
carried.
The City Attorney then presented the Council with a resolution naming Mr.
Earl Diller as City Manager. Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Rice seconded
that the resolution be adopted and given No. 57 and the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to sign. Roll call.,, All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then presented the Council with an ordinance amending
Section I of Ordinance No 1326 in relation to the City Manager's salary.
Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the Ordinance be adopted
and given No. 1330 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to,sign and publish
same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and
Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council that bids received for the
Hillcrest water line replacement were opened at-.2:00 p.m., Monday, November
5, 1962. The bids received are as follows:
B & B Plumbing & Heating . $14 377.40
L. A. Hendricks Construction Co. 18,221.00
Dickinson Heating, Sheet Metal, & Plumbing, Inc. 19,575.85
A discussion followed and the City Engineer explained further the specifications
on the Hillcrest water line replacement. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman
Peck seconded that the bid from B & B Plumbing & Heating be accepted. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The bid for the Motor Grader for the Street Department was then discussed.
As there was only one bid from N. C. Machinery Co. from Mount Vernon, Councilman
Russell moved and Councilman Rice seconded that the bid from N. C. Machinery Co.
be accepted. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Russell. Motion carried.
A further discussion followed concerning the retained percentage and mis-
cellaneous costs from Marine Asphalt Co. in relation to Local Improvement District
No. 157. Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the 15%
retained percentage in the amount of $5,715.92 be paid Marine Asphalt Co. as
it was owing the Contractor at this time; and miscellaneous costs of $25.65
owing to the Anacortes American and $231.27 owing the Tax Commission be paid.
Motion died in conversation.
Councilman Ford ammended the motion and Councilman Strom seconded that
warrants be drawn in favor of same until bonds on Local Improvement District
No. 157 are sold. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, rgcDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then presented the Council with a resolution for the
re -investment of Water Reserve Funds into 32% interest U. S. Treasury Certi-
ficates. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the resolution
be adopted and given No. 58 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign.
Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
Motion carried.
The City Attorney presented the Council with a proposed resolution approving
the planning documents of the Sewage Treatment Facilities. Councilman Ford
moved and Councilman Rice seconded that the resolution be adopted and given
No. 59 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
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The City Clerk Pro -Tern read a communication from the Anacortes Y nis Club
giving their consent to the Marine Asphalt Co. to install a radio antenna on
Mount Erie. No action was taken and the matter was referred to the City Attorney
for a later report.
The claims against the City for the second half of October, 1962, 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 Councilman Ford and seconded by Councilman Rice that the claims be
allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford,
Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported to the Council describing the work involved in
preparing for the General Election.
He further reported that the windstorm had damaged the All America City
sign, but it had been repaired.
The City Manager stated that the school street crossings on Commercial
Avenue and on 12th Street had been re -striped by the City Street Department.
The City Manager presented the -Council with a drawing of the proposed
changes in the City Hall offices, which would make availbble more work space
and more convenience for the citizens coming into the City offices. Estimate
costs will be presented at the next meeting.
Councilman Peck moved the Council meeting be adjourned; there was no
second to this motion.
Mayor McDugle declared the meeting adjourned at 8:45�p.m.
Signed �/ t 7X4G
n—H. McVQ1e, Mayor
Attest r4lt.,J
Ann Cepernic , City ClerkPro-T9m
November 20, 1962
Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Stanford, of the First Southern
Baptist.
Roll call: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Stram.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing no
alterations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded
that due to the fact that copies were availbble at the City Clerk's Office upon
request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll call. All ayes: Ford,
Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Clerk Pro-Tem read a communication concerning minors in
taverns in the City of Anacortes. The letter requested that the City pass an
ordinance for more restriction on juveniles entering and endulging in local
taverns. The letter was referred to the City Attorney for a liter report
at the November 27th meeting.
The Clerk Pro -Tom then read a letter of request from the Sea Scouts for
use of a location to sell Christmas trees. Their previous location is now a
through street. Councilman Strom moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the
City Manager look into the matter and find a location for the Sea Scout
yearly Christmas tree sale. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The Clerk Pro -Tam read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce, City of
Bellingham, Washington, concerning European tourist trade, no action was taken
at this time, but was referred to a study session.
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The final hearing on Local Improvement District #156 assessment roll was
then opened by Mayor McDugle. The description is as follows:
For 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 of 12th Street to the
north line of 22nd Street; 17th Street as platted in the Original Plat of the
City of Anacortes from 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 south line of 17th Street to the south
line of 18th Street by grading, draining, surfacing, and the construction of
asphaltic concrete pavement, approximately two inches (211) in depth, with
six inches (611) of base material and thirty-six feet (361) in width, along
with necessary concrete curbs and gutters and drainage facilities where re-
quired, and on K Avenue and 17th Street by inbtalling two inches (211) of
pit run gravel as additional ballast.
Mr. Gallagher, City Engineer, read four letters of protest for the Local Im-
provement District 156 hearing. Mr. Lang protested his assessment in person.
A discussion followed after which Councilman Ford moved, and Councilman
Rice seconded that an Ordinance accepting Local Improvement District #156
be adopted and given No. 1331 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign
and publish same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
and Strom. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the first half of November, 1962, were
redd 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 Councilman Peck and seconded by Councilman Rice that the
claims be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call] Motion
carried.
Mayor McDugle asked Chairman Hopke and Assistant Chairman Strom, of the
Civic Center Committee, to report on the old hospital site as a future Civic
Center for the City of Anacortes. At a study meeting held the evening before,
it was the consensus of opinion that the City should purchase this area of
land. Mr. Howard Beckman spoke from the audience and suggested that the
Council express their opinion to the trustees and court. Attorney Wells stated
that he had talked to Mr. McBee and he was informed that they have received a
cash offer of an unknotm amount. Councilman Strom suggested that the Council
seriously consider the time element involved. Dr. Kelly, Chairman of the
Planning Commission, stated that they would recommend the City buy the site
as a potential City center. A motion was made by Councilman Peck and seconded
by Councilman Strom requesting a ten minute recess be given the Council
members for an executive session. Motion carried.
Meeting was convened again after a ten minute recess.
Councilman Strom moved and Councilman Rice seconded that the committee
meet with the proper authorities and bid for the hospital site contingent upon
approval of the City Library Board. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that the City had received approval of a gover-
nment offer of $220,000.00 as a federal grant for water improvements. Councilman
Rice moved and Councilman Peck seconded that a resolution be adopted and given
No. 60 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
The City Manager then presented the Treasurer's report.
The City Manager was in receipt of six books written by Nard Jones on
commentaries of Puget Sound. Some red'erence was made to Anacortes and the origin
of the name. Mayor McDugle asked the Clerk to write a letterrto Puget Sound Power
& Light Co. thanking them for these books. The books will be found in the
Anacortes Library and are for public use.
The Council was informed that the construction of the Hillcrest water line
was started today.
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Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Hooke seconded the meeting be adjourned.
Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle declared the meeting adjourned 9:20 p.m.
Signed
on H. McDugles Mayor
Attest J �c-�t�✓
Ann Cepernich, QAty Clerk Pro -Tim
November 23, 1962
Special Meeting
Meeting was called to order with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Roll call: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom.
The special meeting was called for the purpose of determining a bid price
on the old hospital property, which composes the civic center proposal. Timely
notice was given to the newspapers and radio station concerning this meeting.
The main topic of discussion are as follows: The value of the property
involved; usages the property could be put to; what a reasonable bid would
be; the Council members decided $40,000.00 would be a fair bid for this property.
This decision was based on the advise of the City Engineering Department, who
had examined the building, on the researches of the Fire Department, and based
on the recommendations of the Library Board, Park Board, and the Planning Com-
mission of the City of Anacortes, Washington.
An ordinance was read by the City Attorney, establishing the bid amount
of $40,000.00. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded that the
ordinance, establishing the amount to be paid for the old hospital property, be
adopted and given No. 1332 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and
publish same.
There being no further business, Mayor McDugle declared the meeting ad-
journed. f
Signed
Don H. McDugle, Mayor
Attest
Ann CepernicW City Clerk Pro -Tern
December a4, 1962
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Meeting was called to order at 7:30 with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Ostrom of the Church of God.
Roll call: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell.
The minutes of the previous regular and study meetings were considered and
after hearing no alterations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved and Councilman
Strom seconded that due to the fact that copies were available at the City Clerks
Office upon request, the minutes be approved as if read. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle asked what the pleasure of the Council was on the retained
percentage for Local Improvement District No. 156. Councilman Rice moved and
Councilman Strom seconded that the retained percentage in the amount of
$15,222.03 be paid to Associated Sand & Gravel Co., and to B & B Plumbing &
Heating Co. in the amount of $5,675.48, and also miscellaneous costs including
the Anacortes American $12.60, Cypress Stationers $7.68. The City Engineer
stated he had checked the work to date and it was his recommendation that the
payment be made. Roll call. A11 ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
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Mayor McDugle asked what the pleasure of the Council was on the retained
percentage to Marine Asphalt in the amount of $1,418.63. Councilman Rice moved
and Councilman Strom seconded that the retained percentage be paid. The City
Engineer stated he had checked the work to date and recommended this amount be
paid. Roll call. All ayes:. Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and.Rus-
sell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney reported his findings, as previously requested, on the
City Liquor Control Ordinance pertaining to minors. After considerable dis-
cussion, Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Rice seconded that the City
Attorney prepare an ordinance amending the present one to include, attempting
to enter a licensed tavern or lounge or attempting to purchase alcoholic
beverages, and that all premises be posted on the penalties of any such
violation. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then presented the Council with an ordinance concerning
the purchase of the old hospital site for the civic center in the amount of
$41,000,00. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that the
ordinance be accepted and given No. 1333 and the Mayor and Clerk be author-
ized to sign and publish same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney then presented the Council with a proposed resolution
designating the City Engineer to apply for federal funds for the wind
damage which occurred on October 12, 1962, Mr. Gallagher explained that an
estimated $300.00 - $400.00 damage resulted from this storm. A discussion
further followed and Councilman Strom moved and Councilman Peck seconded
that they did not believe the City should apply for federal funds since the
damage was minor. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck,
Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
Mr. Fred Poe and Mr. Wilfred Amble of Stevens & Thompson Engineering Firm
presented the Council with a detailed report on a supplementary water supply
program. The Council asked the representatives to meet with them at the next
study session where they would further discuss this matter.
- The City Attorney read a letter from Stevens & Thompson requesting
additional information on the contractors schedule. A motion was made by
Councilman Rice and seconded by Councilman Strom that the request information
be attached. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom,
and Russell. Motion carried.
The claims against the City for the second half of November, 1962, 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,
Councilman Ford moved and Councilman Peck seconded that the claims be allowed
and warrants be drawn in favor off same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke,
Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
A progress payment due B & B Plumbing & Heating on the Hillcrest water
line replacement was presented in the amount of $10,969.73• The City Engineer
stated that he had checked the work to date and he recommended the progress
payment be paid. Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Strom seconded that _
the progress payment be paid. Roll call. .All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice,
McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Manager reported that new school crossings signs were being in-
stalled. The state will paint the school crosswalks.k Mr. Diller re:por�od
that Puget Sound Power & Light Co. are engineering a new lighting system for
the Anacortes Library.
The Planning Commission wished to have a joint meeting with the Council
to discuss the Urban Renewal. Representatives of Harper & Sons wished to meet
with the Council at there next study session.
Councilman Peck moved and Councilman Hopke seconded that the meeting be
adjourned.
Mayor McDugle then declared the meeting adjourned at 91-15 p.m.
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A joint meeting of the City Council and the Planning Commission was called
to order at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor McDugle presiding.
Invocation was presented by Reverend Ostrum of the Church of God.
Roll call. Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom.
Dr. Kelly, Chairman of the Planning Commission, i.ntroducted Mr. Robert
Boldt, Director of the Northwest Regional Urban Renewal Administration. Mr.
Boldt gave a detailed explanation of the federal urban renewal progra; what
it is, how it works, its functions, and its uses.
Three basic phases in the development of the Urban Renewal Program were
then outlined. The first phase being eligibility - a survey to determine
whether there is a need for such a program in the community. The second
phase was an extensive planning period - which would be followed by a formal
application to the administration. The final step being the executive phase in which land would be acquired, cleared and made ready for sale to in-
terested parties.
The financing of such a program if approved would be up to 75% of the
net cost and 25% of amount to be paid by the City.
A question and answer period followed Mr. Boldt's explanation.
Mayor McDugle called a short recess after which the regular Council
meeting was reconvened.
The minutes of the previous meeting were considered and after hearing
no alterations or corrections, Councilman Rice moved and Councilman Hopke
seconded that due to the fact that copies were available at the City Clerks
Office upon request, the minutes be approved as read. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom, and Russell. Motion carried.
The City Attorney Wells discussed the sale of $250s000 in water revenue
bonds, which would be necessary to comply with the government requirements
for the water system improvement.
Mr. Wells explained that there was a lack of performance by McLeand and
Co. gn the contract, which was for their financial service on the public s,►le
of the water revenue bonds. A general discussion followed, in which Councilman
Ford stated that because of the urgency of complying with the government
requirements for obtaining federal funds for the water system improvements,
and the resulting necessity to negotiate the sile of bonds, Mr. Ford moved
that the City of Anacortes terminate the contract with McLean and Co., Inc.,
which retained their assistance in the water system Improvements. Councilman
Peck seconded the motion. Roll call. Ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
and Peck. Abstain: Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle asked the City Manager and the City Attorney to compose
a letter to McLean and Co., Inc. explaining why such action was taken by
the City Council.
Mr. Willard Vadman, representing Wm. Harper & Sons, Inc. and Blyth &
Co., presented an offer for the sale of water bonds at an interest rate of
3 5/8%. He explained that this contract was conformative with the federal
government specifications. A motion was made by Councilman Ford and seconded
that the City of Anacortes accept the offer to Harper & Sons, Inc. and Blyth
& Co. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, Strom. Motion
carried.
The City Attorney then presented a proposed ordinance on the City's
business licenses. A discussion followed in whibh it was pointed out that
there were some iniquities, but the City Attorney explained that if future
revisions are considered, several meetings would be necessary to further
study this matter. A motion was made by Councilman Ford and seconded by
Councilman Hopke that the City of Anacortes renew the ordinance for a period
of two years and give it No. 1334 and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
sign and publish same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
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The City Attorney next read a proposed ordinance which included amend-
ments previously discussed which dealt with the City liquor control ordinance.
A motion was made by Councilman Rice and seconded by Councilman Peck that the
City accept the proposed ordinance and give it No. 1335 and the Mayor and
Clerk be authorized to sign and publish same. Roll call. All ayes: Ford,
Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
A proposed resolution on retaining the Bonding Counsel of Preston,
Thorgrimson, Horowitz, Starin & Ellis for legal services rendered in ap-
proving bonding ordinance on the purchase of the hospital for municipal
purposes was read by the City Attorney. After a brief discussion, a motion
was made by Councilman Ford and seconded by Councilman Rice that the City
approve the resolution and give it No. 60 and the Mayor and Clerk be auhhori-
zed to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and
Strom. Motion carried.
o The City Attorney read a proposed resolution concerning a temporary
transfer of funds from water revenue to water construction to be repaid to
water revenue upon receiving moneys from the sale of water revenue bonds.
These moneys are to be available to pay for the Hillcrest water line re-
location. A motion was made by Councilman Peck and seconded by Councilman
Hopke that the resolution be adopted and given No. 61 and the Mayor and Clerk
be authorized to sign. Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle,
Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle asked what the pleasure of the Council was for the call
for bids for the year 1963 for the following items:
1. gas, oil, and fuel oil
2. fluoridation supplies
3. automotive tires
4. City's insurance
5. legal notice publications
A motion was made by Councilman Ford and seconded by Councilman Peck that the
City Manager be empowered to call for bids for the above supplies and services.
Roll call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Mot&on
carried.
The City Engineer requested authorization to arrange employment, when
he deemed necessary, of Stevens & Thompson Co. to conduct surveys and in-
spections. According to the contract, the City may request them to do part
or all of said work. A motion was made by Councilman Rice and seconded
by Councilman Hopke that the City employ said firm for the surveys and inspec-
tions, when the City Engineer deemed nedessary on the projects. Roll call.
All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
Mayor McDugle informed the Council that a request had been received
by the City Manager from a group requesting the use of the City Hall basement
for youth recreation activities. This program is sponsored by the American
Legion and endorsed by the Lions, Eagles, and Elks Club. It was further
discussed and explained by Jim Sinclair, a representative of the group,
requesting the use. A motion was made by Councilman Peck that the City
Manager meet with the sponsoring people and work out a schedule which would
be acceptable to both groups. Councilman Strom seconded this motion. Roll
call. All ayes: Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion
carried.
The City Manager presented the Treasurers Report for the month of
November. It was accepted and ordered placed on file.
Next the claims report for the first half of Hecember was presented 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 Councilman Rice and seconded by Councilman Peck that the claims
be allowed and warrants be drawn in favor of same. Roll call. All ayes:
Ford, Hopke, Rice, McDugle, Peck, and Strom. Motion carried.
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The City Manager then brought up the following items on the City
Managers report:
1. Contact with Departments of Highways on reducing pedestrian hazards
at the entrance of Primary State Highway No. 1 to Commercial Ave.
2. Hearing on franchise application for water transmission line set
for Dec. 31, at 11:00 a.m. in County Commissioners Room, Court House.
3. Meeting with representative of Cornell, Howland, Hayes, & Merryfield
on Sewage Treatment Plant design set for Thurs., Dec. 20, at 2:00 p.m.
4. Bids received on IBBM valve, surplus from water line relocation due
to h1ghway revisions.
5. Water line tie-in Hillcrest, December 27, 1962.
6. School signs in middle of street on 12th and Commercial Ave.
7. Police survey on children walking to and from school.
Meeting was adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
Attest
£XAMio-S
O/y it UN.f'!!t
by Mayor McDugle.
Signed C' J
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