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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 04/21/1987I CALL TO ORDER Mayor Whidden called the meeting to order at 7:02 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Whidden, Councilmen Hallett, Hesla, McPhee, Quast, Schermer, Stamon. Members Absent: Staff Present: None. CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington April 21, 1987 Manager Flodstrom, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Anderson, P. Carr, M. Cleland, R. Orton, S. Brodhun, L. Glenn, J. Pittis, D. Wolfe, B. Jones, A. Rose, T. Smith, L. Cochrun. Public Present: D. Smith, C. Day, J. Lunt, T. Parkin, E. McElravy, E. Saar, H. Berglund, C. Alexander, B. Levin, L. Sunny. III MINUTES Councilman Stamon moved to approve the minutes with several corrections as follows: Register Page 710, second paragraph under Legislation, Finding No. 4, adding words so the sentence would read, "The City Council pre- viously adopted a policy to make every effort to support the Downtown and this request is not in accordance with that policy." She inquired who had seconded the motion on Register Page 712, Item B, Paragraph 1 (Councilman Hesla seconded the motion). She amended Register Page 714, Paragraph 6, to read, "Councilman Stamon requested that the press use discretion if Manager Flodstrom's proposed resolution was adopted." She further amended Register Page 718, Item VIII, Paragraph 4, stating Councilman Quast had voted "Aye Councilman Hallett voted "No She amended Register Page 718, Item 17, Paragraph 2, replacing the word equipment with the word commitment. Coun- cilman Quast corrected the final paragraph on Register Page 718, the particular sentence to read, "Councilman Quast also thanked Mr. Gage for filming the event when there- were many people on the pier." Councilman McPhee added to the third paragraph on Register Page 714, the fifth line down, changing the sentence to read, "He felt the Council was listening to the advice of one attorney and ignoring the advice of other attorneys." Councilman Hesla seconded the motion which carried. IV FINANCE 1. Payment to Riddell, Williams for Legal Representation on WPPSS Issues Authorized Councilman Quast moved to authorize payment of the Riddell, Williams bill in the amount of $8,140.92. Councilman Hallett seconded. Mayor Whidden requested a running total of the expenditures to date. Attorney Knutson agreed to provide one. On call for the question, tlW motion carried. 2. Race Street Reconstruction Project Bid Awarded to Del Hur Incorporated Councilman Hallett moved to concur with the recommendation of the Public Works Department and accept the bid of Del Hur Industries in the amount of $343,215.25. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman Hallett moved further that the Mayor be authorized to sign the contract with Del Hur and the funding agreement with the Urban Arterial Board. Councilman Stamon con- curred. Councilman Stamon noted that this was a project that was eligible for 80% reimbursement by the Urban Arterial Board and that bids for the project came in approximately $90,000 under the engineer's estimate. Further discussion followed, with Councilman McPhee voicing concern and requesting from Public Works Director Pittis a total of the number of accidents that had occurred at Eighth and Race in 1986. Following further discussion, Councilman Stamon raised a point of order, stating that this discussion was on the award of a bid, not on the design of an intersection. Councilman Schermer concurred, feeling that if there was more information, it should be placed on the next agenda. Following lengthy discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 21, 1987 3. One Ton Cab /Chassis with Utility Box Bid Awarded to Morgan Brothers Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendation of Administrative Services and award the bid to Morgan Brothers for a cab and chassis, recognizing that there was a bid by Utility Equipment for a demo model that did not meet specifications and that bid be rejected. Councilman Hallett seconded. Councilman Hallett discussed with Administrative Services Director Wolfe the method for establishing bid specifications. On call for the question, the motion carried. 4. Contract Authorized with Peninsula Daily News for Display Advertising for 1987 Councilman Schermer moved to accept the recommendation of Administrative Services and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement with Peninsula Daily News for 1,000 estimated inches of column space in 1987 at $5.52 per inch. Councilman Hesla seconded. Councilman Hallett inquired if this was an increase over advertising rates from last year. Administrative Services Director Wolfe stated he would research this. Manager Flodstrom noted it was anticipated that advertising space for the City would be reduced to about half of what it was last year. Following further discussion, on call for the question the motion carried. V CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Schermer moved to accept the items listed under the Consent Agenda as follows: (1) Request for permission to call for proposals for architect for design of City Light and Public Works Corp Yard facilities; (2) Request for progress payment to Fremont Construction for work on City Hall Project of $296,581.09; (3) Request for payment to Lakeside Indus- tries for construction of Fine Art Center parking lot of $30,100.32; (4) Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; (5) Vouchers of $655,453.33; and (6) Payroll of April 5, 1987 of $221,638.45. Councilman Hallett seconded. Councilman McPhee asked about Item No. 1, the request for permission to call for proposals for architect for design of City Light and Public Works Corporation Yard facilities. He inquired about the procedures and asked if local people would have a shot at it. This was confirmed by Manager Flodstrom. Councilman Hallett noted that all selec- tion processes are wide open and this is nothing out of the ordinary. Councilman Stamon complimented staff and Lakeside Industries for their work on the Fine Art Center parking lot. Councilman McPhee also discussed with staff payment for bond anticipation notes. On call for the question, the motion carried. VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA Hattie Berglund, 1834 West 7th Street, requested No. 8, the Waterfront Trail near Crown Z. Staff problem. Carl Alexander, 1712 West 5th Street, requested No. 5. The staff and City Council concurred. VII LEGISLATION 1. Public Hearing A. Declaration of Surplus Properties permission to address Item indicated this would be no permission to address Item Mayor Whidden opened the public hearing and asked for comments. Councilman Schermer raised a point of order, requesting the Mayor describe the prop- erties in question. Mayor Whidden then listed Item No. 1, Tax No. 8816, street address of 1105 South Race Street; zoning of the property is RS -7, Residential Single Family, 7,000 square feet. Item No. 2, commonly known as Port Angeles City Hall; zoning of CBD, Central Business District. No. 3, with a street address of 240 West Front Street, commonly known as Port Angeles City Light; zoning of CBD, Central Business District. No. 4, with a street address of 120 North Oak Street, commonly known as the Port Angeles Police Department; zoning of CBD, Central Business District. Larry Leonard, 1030 Olympus, commented on the pending sale of the Police Department to Clallam Transit. He asked if a public hearing had been held on the proposed construction of an addition to the Corporation Yard. 721 722 CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 21, 1987 Manager Flodstrom stated at the time the decision on the new City Hall was made and the decision to consolidate the administrative portions of City Light into the new City Hall building, it was also agreed that facilities would be necessary for City Light crews and they would be located adjacent to the other City field crews located at 17th and "B adjacent to the current Corporation Yard. Mr. Leonard stated that the City Council had not held a public hearing on whether to move the City Light building or had made a formal motion. Councilman Stamon felt there had been a number of comments during the City Hall public hearing process which had been recorded in the record regarding the move of City Light. She stated it was always the clear intention of the City Council following the decision to construct the new City Hall. Mr. Leonard stated he would like to see the City Council vote on whether or not to move the City Light facility. Manager Flodstrom stated if there was concern that this had not been done, the Council would have the opportunity to do this on a number of occasions; i.e., tonight if they surplus the property; on the award of a contract to a consultant to design the new facility; and on the award of bids to construct the facility; and to accept the facilities. Mr. Leonard asked how the property would be marketed. Manager Flodstrom answered that the process always used in the past had been a willingness on the City's part to look at the offers of other governmental entities. He stated if no public entities stepped forward, an appraisal would be held and a public auction or public bid would be conducted. Mayor Whidden asked for further comments. There were none. He therefore closed the public hearing. Councilman Schermer commented that the Council had already decided upon a separation of City Light staff to be located in the new City Hall. He stated the Council would have ample opportunity to decide whether to con- tinue with the current building with just the crew in it or surplus it and sell it. He stated that the first step was being made at the present time and that if enough money could be obtained for it, the City would sell it. If not, they might leave the crews in it for some time. He stated that decision would be made by the Council in the future. Following discussion, Councilman McPhee voiced his opinion that the City should retain the City Light building and have the Light Department stay there. He asked if the City had to sell the City Light building. Manager Flodstrom stated "No although he did not know why you would want to keep it if it had a higher and better use that is more complementary to the Downtown. He stated that it seemed to him that per the Council's commitment, that property should be marketed for the higher and better use. Councilman Schermer then moved that the City surplus the property listed as follows: Item No. 1, Tax Lot No. 8816, street address 1105 South Race Street; Item No. 2, property commonly known as Port Angeles City Hall; Item No. 3, property commonly known as Port Angeles City Light; and Item No. 4, property commonly known as Port Angeles Police Department. Council- man Hallett seconded. Councilman McPhee inquired if declaring them surplus did require the City to dispose of them. Staff answered no, but that it would seem reasonable if they were no longer of use. Attorney Knutson answered that this was a necessary first step in order to sell property, but you do not have to sell the property once you've declared it surplus. On call for the question, the motion carried. 2. Planning Commission Minutes of April 18, 1987 A. Conditional Use Permit Approved Port Angeles Alliance Church The Council considered the request to locate a church in the Community Shopping District located at 4407 Fairmount Avenue. Councilman Stamon indicated she would abstain in appearness of fairness as she was employed occasionally by the owners of the property. Mayor Whidden asked if any members of the audience wished Councilman Stamon leave the room. There was no response. Councilman Hallett moved to concur with the Planning Commis- sion and approve the Conditional Use Permit subject to the following con- ditions: (1) Maximum occupancy be 216 persons, based on 36 parking spaces, or the maximum permitted by the Building and Fire Codes, whichever is less; (2) A fire extinguisher is installed; and citing the following findings: (A) Given the size of the parking lot and the attached conditions, the Church activity will not introduce detrimental impacts on Fairmount Avenue CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 21, 1987 or the abutting residential land uses; (B) Given the commercial properties to the south, the grade elevation difference from the residential proper- ties to the north and west, and the nature of the Church activity, the proposed Conditional Use Permit will be compatible with the surrounding existing residential and commercial uses and the uses permitted in the RS -7, RTP, and CSD -C2 Zoning Districts. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried, with Councilman Stamon abstaining. B. Public Hearing Set for Glass Rezone Request Following discussion, Councilman Quast moved to set May 5, 1987, as the date for a public hearing to consider the request to rezone property located in the RS -9, Single- Family Residential District to RMF, Residential Multi Family, to locate a luxury bed and breakfast establishment and pos- sible mini convention /seminar facility located at 1013 Olympus Avenue. Councilman Hallett seconded the motion. Upon inquiry by Councilman Hallett, Attorney Knutson confirmed that it would be inappropriate for any members of the Council between now and then to have any discussions on the issue. He also urged them not to read news articles relating to this issue prior to the public hearing. Manager Flodstrom encouraged Councilmembers to suggest to members of the public that they make written comments or appear at the public hearing to comment on the issue. Councilman McPhee indicated that Mike McNeil's name had been misspelled in the minutes. On call for the question, the motion carried. C. Minutes Accepted Councilman Hesla moved to accept and place on file the Planning Commission minutes of April 8, 1987. Councilman Quast seconded. Councilman Stamon commented on Item No. VII of the Planning Commission minutes, Reports to Commissioners, and urged the Planning Commission members to re -think their position on hearings involving a Planning Commission member. She urged them to handle these issues themselves rather than referring them to the City Council. On call for the question, the motion carried. 3. Ordinance Adopted Vacating the Portion of "F" Street at Fourth and "F" Mayor Whidden read the Ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2441 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles vacating a portion of "F" Street abutting Lot 1, Block 119 to the west, and Lot 7, Block 115 to the east, north of the 4/5 alley. Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Council- man Quast seconded. Attorney Knutson indicated a correction in the legal description of the vacated area, changing the wording to the precise com- pass bearings. Prior to the vote, Mayor Whidden, for the record, stated though he was absent from the meeting the night this was under considera- tion, he had listened to the tape and felt this was not in the best interest of the City. He felt the amount the City was receiving for the property was much too low. On call for the question, the motion carried with Councilman McPhee voting, "No." 4. Resolution Setting Public Hearing for Street Vacation Request STV 87(4)3 Kreisel Passed Mayor Whidden read the Resolution by title, entitled, RESOLUTION NO. 10 -87 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles setting a hearing date for a petition to vacate a portion of Peabody Street abutting Lot 11 of H. Maguire's Addition. Councilman Quast moved that the Council refer the matter to the Planning Commission to be heard at the May 13, 1987, meeting. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Quast then moved that the Resolution be passed as read by title. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 723 724 BREAK CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 21, 1987 The meeting was adjourned for a break at 8:05 P.M., returning to open session at 8:21 P.M. 5. Consent Decree Secondary Sewage Approved Following lengthy discussion, Councilman Quast moved that whereas the City Council has received a letter from the Director of the Department of Ecology dated April 9, 1987; and whereas this letter indicates that the Department is prepared to grant the City 50% of the eligible costs of the pre- design, design, and construction of secondary sewage treatment facility; and whereas the Director recognizes and appreciates that in the negotiation pertaining to a possible Federal Court Consent Decree, our City significantly changed its negotiating position in expectation of receiving a grant from the State for 50% of secondary treatment design and construc- tion costs; and whereas the Director understands that if for some reason this money is not available to the City it would be financially difficult or perhaps impossible to achieve secondary treatment by the dates that are currently under consideration; therefore, the City Council hereby auth- orizes the Mayor to execute the Consent Decree. Upon request by Councilman Stamon, Councilman Quast eliminated the words "if cash flow estimates allow Councilman Schermer recommended replacing it with "whereas we continue to expect to award Council concurred. Councilman Hallett seconded the motion. Carl Alexander, 1712 West Fifth Street, stated that the Council had basic- ally covered everything he wanted covered. On call for the question, the motion carried. Councilman Stamon complimented staff and the City Attorney for their patience on this issue. She stated that staff had done a fine job of negotiating a settlement that really was far in excess of what the City Council had originally hoped for. She felt they needed to be publically commended for the job they had done in this matter. Councilman Quast stated that staff, through its long hours, and lengthy negotiations, had prevented the ratepayers from paying $25 or $30 as of today for sewage rates, but rather has allowed us to go into a staged increase of the cost for this secondary sewage treatment plant. 6. Resolution Passed Authorizing Sole Source Purchase of Zoll External Pacemaker Mayor Whidden read the Resolution by title, entitled, RESOLUTION NO. 11 -87 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles designating the Zoll -NTP brand and the authorized distributor, ZMI Corporation as the sole source for acquisition of a noninvasive temporary pacemaker and de- claring an exception to normal bidding procedures. Councilman Stamon gladly moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman Hallett seconded. Fire Chief Glenn explained the operation of this device in regulating the heartbeat of cardiac arrest victims. On call for the question, the motion carried. 7. Ordinances Revising City's Criminal Code Adopted Councilman Hallett inquired about a typing error in the April 21, 1987, memorandum from the City Manager, the last paragraph on the first page, the alternative amount was corrected to $2,000 per month for the last eight months of 1987. Manager Flodstrom explained this money would be provided to assist the Prosecutor with this additional case load through the remainder of 1987. Manager Flodstrom explained that this had been the second monetary step in keeping the City's commitment to Clallam County to not significantly impact their budget in 1987. Councilman Hallett asked if this amount had been quantified in writing and the Prosecuting Attorney was comfortable with that figure. The City Attorney confirmed that no concerns had been voiced over the amount. Councilman Hallett felt it important that the record state the County Prosecutor was aware of the amount. Councilman Schermer also pointed out that the opportunity had been made available to CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 21, 1987 the County to submit a counter offer if they had not been satisfied with the City's proposal. Councilmembers Hallett and Stamon explained that the City, through these compromises, had delayed any budgetary impact on the County for the remainder of this year. Manager Flodstrom outlined jail costs and the negotiated settlement there, he recommended that the Council in approving the decriminalization consider also paying all costs that the City actually incurs as a result of its prisoner care up to the May 1st date. Councilman Schermer added wording to paragraph 3 in the letter from Mayor Whidden. Upon inquiry by Councilman McPhee, Attorney Knutson clari- fied that this $2,000 monthly payment would not increase the budget for the City Attorney's office. The Council and staff discussed the matter further at great length. During discussion, Attorney Knutson pointed out that some offenses would continue to be prosecuted by the City; among those, bad check cases, animal control offenses, various liquor related offenses that do not involve traffic vehicles, building and zoning code violations, etc. Mayor Whidden then read the first Ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2442 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles relating to criminal law and amending Ordinance 2129, 2188, 2213, 2305, 2357, and 2404, Section 2 of Ordinance 2220, and Title 9 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code by amending or repealing certain sections thereof. Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. He inquired about the monetary amount. Manager Flodstrom stated this would be covered in the letter to be sent to the Board of Clallam County Commis- sioners by Mayor Whidden and would be authorized by separate motion. Councilman Schermer seconded this motion, which carried. Mayor Whidden then read the second Ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2443 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles amending Ordinance 2133 and Chapter 10.04 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code by repealing certain sections of the Motor Vehicle Code. Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Council- man Schermer seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Schermer then moved to authorize Mayor Whidden to sign the letter, dated April 22, 1987, with the amendments in wording he had suggested earlier. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Quast, in light of an event that occurred recently in Forks where a pit bull attacked a small child, inquired of the City Attorney if there were measures that could be taken to strengthen the City's Animal Control Ordinance. Following discussion, the City Attorney concurred that a specific provision could be considered whereby if„,a vicious dog threat- ened human life, that dog would be destroyed. 8. Waterfront Trail Update Near Crown Z City Planner Carr addressed the Council, reporting on meetings held with representatives from Crown Z. He felt an appropriate location for the Trail had been agreed upon as well as the easement and construction issues. Councilman Stamon indicated there was a good possibility we could see construction of the Trail this July. Planner Carr presented further information to the Council, as did Councilman Stamon. Hattie Berglund then addressed the Council. She reiterated the fact that she was disappointed it was moving so slowly but conceded that it was advisable to cooperate. She felt the City Council and the Planning Depart- ment were fulfilling their responsibility. She stated that based on the information she heard tonight, she would just wait and hope that we will be able to use that Trail this summer. 725 726 9. Travel Request Over $500 Approved for City Light CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 21, 1987 Councilman Quast moved to approve the travel request to send two individ- uals to the Northwest Public Power Association's annual Engineering and Operations Conference to be held in Seattle. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman McPhee objected to the motel expense and urged reservations be made at a less expensive motel. Light Director Orton explained that it had been the policy to allow individuals to lodge at the hotel where the con- ference was being held simply as a matter of convenience. He had no problem with the Council approving a lesser amount for lodging. During lengthy discussion, Councilman Schermer stated that he felt the recommenda- tion of the City Light Director should be either approved or disapproved and that we should not be quibbling with one Councilmember's interpretation of the issue. Councilman Schermer spoke in support of the motion. The motion carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No." 10. Amendment to City /Pacific Northwest Bell Joint Use Agreement (Pole Contract) Authorized Councilman Schermer moved to authorize the City Light Director to sign the supplemental agreement for joint use of wood poles between the City of Port Angeles and Pacific Northwest Bell. Councilman McPhee seconded. Upon inquiry by Councilman Stamon, City Light Director Orton explained that this would mean that Pacific Northwest Bell would be no longer leasing pole space to Port Angeles Telecable. Following extensive discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 11. Park Board Minutes of March 19, 1987 Councilman Stamon inquired as to the Downtown restroom and the perennial problems there. Park and Recreation Director Brodhun stated this would be part of the restroom rehabilitation program and was targeted to be done this year. Councilman Schermer mentioned a wheelchair basketball contest being proposed between the Park Board and the City Council. Councilman McPhee commented on a request by Park Board member VanOss to be involved in the landscaping of the new City Hall facility. Councilmembers stated that comments regarding landscaping could be directed to Jack Pittis, Project Coordinator. Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file the Park Board minutes of March 19, 1987. Councilman Hesla seconded. Follow- ing discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 12. Lease Purchase Agreement with Hewlett Packard for Disc Drive Replacement Authorized Councilman Hallett moved the Council authorize the Mayor to sign the lease purchase agreement with Hewlett Packard for the replacement disc drives. Councilman Stamon seconded, noting that the funds were budgeted for this replacement which had been discussed extensively during the budget process. Councilman McPhee's opinion was that we should be cutting back on these new programs and spending the money on our streets and water system or cut our taxes. He felt the current programs needed help. On call for the ques- tion, the motion carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No 13. YMCA's Request for Landfill Services Granted The Council reviewed the request by the YMCA to bring demolition debris from the Third and Francis building to the Landfill. Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendations of Solid Waste and accept materials that are separated from the demolition amount that are burnable at the Landfill without charge and also that we accept up to 175 tons, which approximates $5,000 of tonnage at the Landfill, free of charge, the normal tonnage rate applying to materials in excess of that. Councilman Quast seconded. The Council and staff discussed the matter at length. Attorney Knutson emphasized that legally, this could not be a gift. He stated that what we are talking about is something that we are conveying to them in return for services to us or to a program which we have a legal responsibility to provide for our citizens which, in this case, is recrea- tion. He stated this definitely has to be part of a contract, and in order for them to make commitments to their own contractors, they need to realize that as far as the City is concerned the City is not committing anything until a contract is signed. Councilman Hallett noted that we are just doing this as a matter of principle right now and if the contract, when they offer it, is not satisfactory, then we do not have to follow through. CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 21, 1987 The City Attorney concurred. Following further extensive discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 14. Landfill Hydrological /Geological Study Consultants Selected Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendations of the Public Works Department and authorize that Department to negotiate a scope of work schedule and budget to be included in a contract with the firm of R. W. Beck of Seattle and that contract will be brought back to the Council for further consideration. Councilman Hallett seconded. Councilman McPhee inquired if any of these people were local, referring to the list of firms who had submitted proposals. Public Works Director Pittis explained that there were no local firms who were capable of completing a study of this nature. Councilman Hesla noted that there would be sub contractors working with this firm and hopefully those sub contractors would be local. On call for the question the motion carried. 15. Amendment No. 2 to BPA Sales Contract Authorized Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendation of Light Director Orton and authorize the Mayor to sign the amendatory agreement #2 to Contract #DE- MS79- 81BP90450. Following discussion at great length, where Councilman McPhee noted his concern and opposition, on call for the question, the motion carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No." 16. 1987 Contract with Clallam County Human Services Authorized Councilman Hesla moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the contract with Clallam County for Human Services support in 1987. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. 17. Utility. Advisory Committee Meeting to Discuss Morse Creek, etc., Scheduled The Council concurred to schedule a meeting of the Utility Advisory Com- mittee for April 27, 1987, at 3:30 P.M. in the City Light Conference Room. 18. Letter of Resignation from Gary Cissel from Planning Commission Councilman Stamon moved to regretfully accept the resignation of Mr. Cissel from the Planning Commission and instruct staff to prepare the appropriate letter of thanks. Councilman Hallett seconded the motion which carried. Councilman Schermer moved that Councilmembers make recommendations to the Mayor concerning the two citizens who have indicated an interest and been interviewed for the position on the Planning Commission and that he make an appointment from those two. Councilman Stamon seconded. The motion car- ried, with Councilman Hallett voting "No VIII CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS /LATE ITEMS Councilman Schermer inquired as to the status of the formation of a citi- zens' advisory group to study lots and short plat improvement regulations. He inquired as to the status of required improvemen.s for the Moose Lodge parking lot, and a parking lot on the Eighth Street alley west of Lincoln. Councilman Quast discussed with staff a problem with the alarm system at Hiller Helicopter. Staff also confirmed upon his inquiry that there was a drop box at the new City Hall. Councilman Stamon indicated that she was interested in attending the AWC Conference in June. Mayor Whidden also indicated he would be attending. Councilman Stamon discussed with staff the status of communication on the Oak Street Dock. She also mentioned the plaque cast by Duncan McKiernan for the Fine Arts Center at no cost to the City. She suggested a letter of appreciation be drafted to Duncan and asked if an opportunity should be extended to Duncan McKiernan to cast a plaque for the new City Hall or if that would be completed by the contractor. She suggested if it were being done by the contractor, it might be contracted with Mr. McKiernan, as he was a local bronze artist and did such a fine job. She reported on the TCACC meeting held recently. 727 728 Councilman Hallett inquired about signs being painted by the Public Works Department on dead -end streets. He thanked staff members who had put together information on how electrical transformer bids were evaluated. He mentioned a recent article on efforts by the City of Seattle to reduce garbage collection rates; i.e., mechanized collection being adopted in that city. He also encouraged Mayor Whidden to make assignments for duty for the Home Show Booth scheduled for the first week -end of May. Councilman 4bmillOwitu announced that the clean -up up of Ediz Hook was scheduled to begin Saturday morning at 10:00 at the Thunderbird Boathouse. Mayor Whidden then asked for volunteers to serve on the Home Show Booth. Councilman Hallett, Mayor Whidden, Councilman McPhee, and Councilman Stamon volunteered. Councilman Schermer recommended another meeting of the Memorial Committee. Mayor Whidden announced that he had attended a meeting in Olympia which was the kick -off of the 25th Anniversary of the Seattle World's Fair. IX ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION The meeting was adjourned at 10:21 P.M. to Executive Session for the purpose of discussing potential litigation. The estimated length of the Executive Session was one -half hour. X RETURN TO OPEN SESSION The meeting returned to open session at approximately 11:11 P.M. XI ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at approximately 11:15 P.M. crY- Clerk Mayor CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 21, 1987