Everett City Council

April 13, 2016 The regular meeting of the Everett City Council was called to order at 6: 30 p. m., April 13, 2016, in the City Council Chambers of the William E. Moore Historic City Hall, Council President Murphy presiding. Upon roll call, it was found that Council Members Roberts, Murphy, Franklin, Bader, Stonecipher, and Tuohy were present. Mayor Stephanson and Council Member Moore were excused. Council Member Stonecipher led the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes of the April 6, 2016, City Council meeting were approved as printed. Council Member Franklin abstained from the vote. MAYOR Mayor Stephanson was excused. COUNCIL Council Member Franklin announced that the Community Streets Initiative Task Force meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2016, 4: 00 p. m. to 5: 30 p. m. at the Hampton Inn, Everett. She also provided a liaison report on her attendance at the Cultural Arts Commission meeting last night. Council Member Bader spoke about the 2016 Pacific Rim Gymnastics Championships held at the XFINITY Arena, April 8- 10, 2016. He also provided a liaison report on his attendance at the Growth Management Policy Board of the Puget Sound Regional Council meeting on April 7, 2016. Council Member Stonecipher commented on a letter from David Maynard, general manager at Yellow Cab of Washington, Inc., concerning the presence of two rideshare services in a community: Lyft and Uber. She proposed to refer this topic for further discussion to the General Government Subcommittee. President Murphy suggested he will discuss this topic with the Public Safety Subcommittee Chair and the General Government Subcommittee 119  April 13, 2016 Chair as well, as the city administration to find an appropriate work process for this issue. Debra Bryant, Administration, stated that staff was directed to gather information and work on this issue. Council Member Roberts invited citizens to attend a workshop about the Sound Transit 3 ( ST3) proposal to be held at Everett Station on April 25, 2016, 5: 30 p. m. to 7: 30 p. m. and to submit comments by visiting the Sound Transit web site: www.soundtransit3. org. Council Member Murphy reported on his attendance at the Snohomish Health District Board meeting. He noted that the Snohomish Health District staff prepared a proposal to require pharmaceutical companies to implement a program to allow for a safe disposal of unused over-the- counter medication and prescription drugs. He encouraged citizens to submit comments by visiting www.snohd. org or by writing to Snohomish Health District at 3020 Rucker Ave. Everett, WA 98201. ADMINISTRATION UPDATE ON PRIOR BUSINESS Debra Bryant, Administration, asked Allan Giffen, Planning, to provide a status update on the Southwest Everett Industrial Area Project ( BSP 15- 003). Allan Giffen, Planning, noted that he provided responsive comments to the neighbors who sent their concerns to the planning department. He also summarized the scope and the timeframe of the process. Allan Giffen said that the comment period was extended for 15 days and comments are accepted through an e- mail address, planning@everettwa. gov, until midnight today. He noted that there is an opportunity for an administrative appeal on the Planning Department decision on the binding site plan. Allan Giffen stated that the planning department also will be working with the Sound Avenue neighborhood to set up a meeting to discuss the proposed project. 120  April 13, 2016 Considerable discussion ensued regarding the Environmental Impact Statement of 1997, traffic impacts, and a possibility to perform another environmental analysis. Council Member Stonecipher asked staff to provide the Council with information about traffic impacts associated with the project. Allan Giffen, Planning, stated that the traffic engineering department has this information and would report back to the Council. David Hall, Legal, provided clarification regarding the appeal process. CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Iles had no comments. CITIZEN COMMENTS Frank McCord, Mary Ann McCord, Anita Allen, James Allen, and Ryan Stenhouse, all of Everett, expressed concern about the proposed Southwest Everett Industrial Area Project ( BSP 15- 003). COUNCIL BRIEFING AGENDA: Adopt Resolution concerning 2016 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and allocations of CDBG, HOME and 2060 Housing Trust Funds and amendments to the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan. Presented by Becky McCrary, Planning Council Member Franklin recused herself from participating in any discussion and decision making involving this item. She stated that she is employed by Cocoon House and there could be a conflict of interest. 121  April 13, 2016 Council Member Franklin left the council chambers at 7: 15 p. m. Council Member Roberts requested that information that shows a connection between CDBG annual action plan and the Everett Community Streets Initiative program be provided to the Council. Becky McCrary stated such information will be provided. Council Member Stonecipher asked David Hall to inform the Council as to which specific strategies identified in the Everett Community Streets Initiative Task Force report are addressed with these funds. Council Member Franklin returned to the council chambers at 7: 26 p. m. Adopt the Resolution declaring the City's intention to designate a portion of the Waterfront Place Urban Center under the Multiple Family property Tax Exemption provisions of R. C.W. Chapter 84.14 and setting May 11, 2016 as the date of the public hearing. Presented by Allan Giffen, Planning Council Member Tuohy asked if the challenge with finding developers is also projected in the future. Allan Giffen, Planning, stated that he will refer this question to Terrie Batuello, chief of business development for the Port of Everett, and she will address it during the public hearing. Council Member Roberts asked staff to provide an economic analysis to the Council that identifies the problem that is being solved by this action. Allan Giffen, Planning, stated that the economic analysis will be provided to all council members by the end of this week or next week. Authorize call for bids for the Riverfront Development — North Wetland Complex Project, to construct wetland enhancements. Presented by Dave Davis, Public Works 122  April 13, 2016 PROPOSED ACTION ITEMS: COUNCIL BILL 1603- 15 SECOND READING: AN ORDINANCE relating to Drug Paraphernalia and Marijuana, repealing Ordinance 1653- 89, Section 8 ( Chapter 10. 35. 080 EMC) CONSENT ITEMS: Moved by Council Member Stonecipher, seconded by Council Member Bader, to approve the following consent items: RESOLUTION - CLAIMS To adopt Resolution No. 6972 acknowledging the payment of audited and approved claims against the City of Everett in the amount of 1, 090, 043. 56 for the period of March 26, 2016, through April 1, 2016. RFP — BREATHING APPARATUS EQUIPMENT Authorize the Request for Proposal 2016- 030 for Scott Safety Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Equipment. Roll was called with all council members voting yes, except Council Member Moore who was excused. Motion carried. ACTION ITEMS: AGREEMENT AMENDED — U. S. DEPARTEMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM 123  April 13, 2016 Moved by Council Member Roberts, seconded by Council Member Stonecipher, to authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment B to the Agreement with County Department of Emergency Snohomish Management under the U. S. Department of Homeland Security Grant Program, extending the expiration date to June 30, 2016, at no cost to the City. Roll was called with all council members voting yes, except Council Member Moore who was excused. Motion carried. AGREEMENT AMENDED —ONLINE PAYMENT SERVICES Moved by Council Member Franklin, seconded by Council Member Bader, to authorize the Mayor to sign the Amendment to the Payment Services Agreement with Metavante Corporation. Council Member Stonecipher asked about the management of the administrative costs associated with the Streets Initiative Fund. Council Member Franklin provided a brief explanation of the intent and the work model of the Streets Initiative Fund. Council Member Murphy asked to provide the current processes for internal control, audit, review, and authorization for the Streets Initiative Fund. Debra Bryant, Administration, stated staff will report back to the Council. Roll was called with all council members voting yes, except Council Member Moore who was excused. Motion carried. 124  April 13, 2016 AGREEMENT AMENDED — EVERETT TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT DISTRICT Moved by Council Member Bader, seconded by Council Member Stonecipher, to authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to the contract between the Department of Licensing and the Everett Transportation Benefit District. Roll was called with all council members voting yes, except Council Member Moore who was excused. Motion carried. BID AWARD —2016 OVERLAY PROJECT Moved by Council Member Roberts, seconded by Council Member Bader, to award the bid for the 2016 Overlay Project to Granite Construction Company, in the amount of $1, 818, 939. 50 including Washington State sales tax. Roll was called with all council members voting yes, except Council Member Moore who was excused. Motion carried. The City Council meeting adjourned at 7: 42 p. m. Deputy City Clerk Read and approved as printed. A.. A '14 4 CouncilCouncil President 125