Councilmembers present: Alan Kiest, Carolyn Armanini, Dwight Thompson, Mary Jane Goss, Nate Herzog, Roger Olstad, Ed Sterner

Staff Present: David R. Hutchinson, Mayor, Douglas Jacobson, City Administrator; Michael Ruark, City Attorney, John Rogers, Police Chief; Sarah Phillips, Government & Community Relations Coordinator; Susan Stine, City Clerk; Evelyn Jahed, Deputy City Clerk

Others present: One visitor

Mayor Hutchinson called the regular meeting to order at 7:37 p.m. Hutchinson noted that the presentation would take place upon the arrival of Candice Johns-Musolf and Howard Musolf.

Mayor reported on the successful move of the police department and municipal court to the interim city hall. He also reported on the proposed senate budget and the March 8, 2000 Suburban Cities Association meeting held at Third Place Books. He reminded councilmembers of the council retreat Saturday, March 11, at the Interim City Hall. He noted that two meetings were held to discuss Lyon Creek waterfront property.

Cmbr. Armanini requested that Item 3, Resolution 581/Establishing Year 2000 Salary for City Administrator be removed from the consent calendar and placed under second reading.

City Administrator Jacobson requested that a short executive session be added at the end of the meeting to discuss labor negotiations.

Cmbr. Goss requested an update under new business on recruitment of a new finance director.

Chief Rogers presented Candice Johns-Musolf and Howard Musolf with a plaque in recognition and appreciation for their continued maintenance of the police department vehicles. Rogers noted that this oil and filter change service had resulted in savings of $2,500 in 1999, and he said this support has been extended for 2000.

Candice Johns-Musolf expressed her appreciation for the plaque in recognition of their service and noted that she believes that it is important for local businesses to support their communities.

A five-minute recess was called for at 7:45 p.m.

The meeting was resumed at 7:51 p.m.

Library Commissioner Rita Requa reported on library activities and attendance at special programs.

Armanini requested to pull the February 24, 2000 minutes from the consent calendar.

Armanini moved to amend as follows:

Page 5, line 43: "Drown addressed hiring issues and program requirements."

Page 8, line 8: "Armanini noted the role impact of substance abuse in domestic violence and asked that …"

Page 8, line 26: "…to be held in the council chambers at 17711 Ballinger Way N.E."

Goss seconded. The motion to amend carried unanimously.

Cmbr. Thompson moved to amend the following:

Page 3, line 1: "…decision, and Mitchell noted that he is proud and willing to trespass.

Thompson moved to adopt the consent calendar as amended as follows:

1. February 24, 2000 Council Regular Meeting Minutes
2. March 9, 2000 Finance Committee Report covering Warrant Nos. 36986 thru 37072 in the amount of $129,656.98 drawn from the Claims Fund and Warrant Nos. 18687 thru 18758 in the amount of $134,768.34 in the amount of $134,768.34 drawn from the Payroll Fund.
3. Resolution 582/Surplusing Police Vehicles
4. Resolution 584/Suplusing Select Grill Contents
5. Authorize Mayor to Sign/Consultant Contract for Animal Acres
6. Proclamation/Absolutely Incredible Kid Day

Thompson moved to advance Ordinance 813/Approve 2000 Salary Schedule Amendment to second reading calendar.

There being no objection Hutchinson noted that Ordinance 814/Providing for Licensing of Panoram Businesses, Regulating Operation will advance to second reading at the March 23, 2000 regular meeting.

Cmbr. Kiest moved that Resolution 583 remain on first reading calendar.

Kiest said since this was only provided to council this evening he would like to have more time to review it and was not ready to act on it tonight. Councilmembers agreed that no action should be considered at this meeting and that amendments are typically made under second reading.

Armanini suggested that the administration contact the parks and recreation commission to discuss the proposed amendments to its recommendation.

There being no objection, Resolution 583/Establishing Official Name of Property Known as Animal Acres will advance to second reading at the March 23, 2000 regular council meeting.

Jacobson noted that the map will be checked and updated by the police department. He said the state statutes require review of the map by the city engineer, and this will be done prior to final action. Sterner noted areas where some bus stops may have been overlooked.

Thompson requested that Resolution 585 be placed on second reading and final action at the March 23, 2000 regular council meeting.

SECOND READING CALENDAR

Agreement with Shoreline Wastewater Management District

Ruark discussed amendments in the proposed agreement. Ruark said he spoke with Shoreline Wastewater Management District’s financial consultant and noted that the city of Seattle sewer revenue bond covenant must be reviewed. He also reported that the study costs are expected to be higher than reflected in this agreement.

Thompson moved to Authorize the Mayor to Sign the Letter of Understanding with Shoreline Wastewater Management District.

Herzog expressed his concern regarding committing to this study if the city decides not to proceed with the purchase.

Armanini said she understands Herzog’s concerns but noted that overflows into home and the lake have occurred related to this portion of the sewer system. She said these problems should be addressed.

Thompson said that this agreement is in the best interests of the city’s sewer customers and noted that the city should be a full partner at the table in these discussions.

Goss concurred with Thompson’s remarks and said that the city will benefit from the engineering reports and information from the study.

It was noted that this item is also under final action on the agenda.

Armanini moved to amend Ordinance 813/Approve 2000 Salary Schedule Amendment as follows:

"Section 2. The Attachment to the 2000 Budget Ordinance No. 807, is amended as follows: