Staff present: David R. Hutchinson, Mayor; Karen Haines, City Administrator; Dennis Peterson, Police Chief; Sarah Phillips, Community and Government Affairs Manager; Steve Bennett, Planning and Building Director; Susan Stine, City Clerk
Others present: 65 visitors
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hutchinson called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Cmbr. Goss led council in the pledge of allegiance.
PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor’s Proposed 2005 Budget
Mayor Hutchinson welcomed visitors and opened the public hearing on the proposed 2005 budget at 7:35 p.m.
Cindy Dyck, 18953 Forest Park Drive NE, co-president of Brookside School Parent Teacher Association, provided information regarding the Brookside School playground improvement project. She said that she is aware that the proposed budget includes $2,000 in support of the playground improvement project, but she asked that council consider matching any funds raised by the Brookside community.
Ruth Hayes Short, Brookside Elementary School principal, noted that the playground is open to all in the community and spoke in support of the matching funds request. She also thanked the city for including funds for the Do Drop In program.
Matt Alford, Brookside School physical education program director, expressed his concern regarding student safety with the current playground equipment. He expressed his support for the proposed playground improvement project.
Kelsey Josund, Brookside School fifth grade student, spoke in support of better playground equipment for all Brookside students.
Katherine Taylor, 2503 NE 184th Pl., spoke in support of the Brookside School playground improvement project and noted that many in attendance were present to show their support also.
A five-minute recess was called for at 7:47 p.m.
The meeting was resumed at 7:53 p.m.
Teri Howatt, 5123 NE 187th St., co-chair of Board of Friends of Third Place Commons, thanked the city for its support in 2004 and discussed how these funds had been used. Howatt spoke in support of the proposed budget and discussed their interest in developing a farmers’ market in Lake Forest Park.
Aron Golden, 39th Avenue NE, spoke in support of the proposed funding for a farmers’ market and discussed the research that is underway regarding the farmers’ market.
Anne Stadler, 18468 47th Pl. NE, thanked the city for its support for the Friends of Third Place Commons and the Sustaining a Livable Lake Forest Park project. Stadler noted that the Commons brings business to the community, and she urged the city to provide funding to implement the recommendations of the Sustaining a Livable Lake Forest Park task force.
Mary Lynn Thompson, 16615 15th Ave. NE, said that her employer, Group Health Cooperative, has partnered with Third Place Commons on some very successful programs. She noted that the Town Center enjoys a positive identity, and the Commons has been instrumental in attracting new audiences to the center.
Kate Mumsford, 1527 232rd Pl. SW, said that she serves as a volunteer coordinator for the Friends of Third Place Commons and also meets with a group for Spanish conversation at the Commons. She thanked the city for its support for Friends of Third Place Commons and acess to such programs for the community.
MaryBeth Wildey, a teacher at Lake Forest Park Elementary School, spoke in support of the Commons and the space provided for student concerts.
Wildey provided a letter from Cindy Bruce, a Lake Forest Park Elementary fourth grade teacher, in support of the Commons and noted that students have benefited from the opportunity to attend author readings and other book-related events.
Candy Richards, Lake Forest Park Garden Club member, said that the Garden Club meets at the Commons, and the Commons was key to the success of the Garden Tour. She urged the city to continue its support for the Commons and noted that this is something unique and worth preserving.
Deirdre Miller, Lake Forest Park Library, said that the library and the Commons have worked together to provide special programs and expressed her appreciation for the work of the Friends of Third Place Commons.
Karen True, Friends of Third Place Commons director, provided information regarding various programs and events provided at the Commons through the support of the city.
Katie Hauck, Center for Human Services board member, expressed her appreciation for the city’s support of the Center and provided information regarding assistance and support provided for local families.
Shaunta Hyde, past president of Center for Human Services board and Lake Forest Park resident, thanked the city for its support and noted that the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds would provide security and lighting upgrades for their facility. Hyde said that the Center assists 10,000 clients each year and discussed various programs that are offered at the Center.
Kae Peterson, 16744 32nd Ave. NE, said that the Shoreline Community College Foundation had raised over 75 percent of its fundraising goal at their breakfast, and she expressed her appreciation for the participation of city elected officials and staff. Peterson said that the city has all the right elements for an exceptional future and thanked the mayor and council for empowering the Sustaining a Livable Lake Forest Park task force to study the future of the Town Center. She urged the council to approve the budget request so that the city can move forward with the task force recommendations.
Lloyd Skinner, 3564 166th St., thanked the city for providing funding for the Sustaining a Livable Lake Forest Park study of the Town Center. He noted that the community involvement was broadly inclusive, and he urged the council to provide funding for the development of design guidelines as recommended by the task force.
Ros Bird, 16061 37th NE, thanked the city for its support of the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Arts Council and noted various community programs and events. Bird discussed plans for 2005 events and urged the council to adopt the proposed budget.
Bob Lohmeyer, Director, Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Center, thanked the city for its past support for the senior center and described various programs provided for local senior citizens. He requested that the council adopt the proposed budget to provide continued support of their programs and services.
There being no further comments, the public hearing on the Mayor’s proposed 2005 budget was closed at 8:28 p.m.
PROCLAMATION/Veterans Day 2004
Hutchinson noted that a proclamation had been prepared in honor of all members of the armed forces who have served their country and its citizens. He said that city hall would be closed on November 11 in observance of Veterans Day 2004.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Hutchinson reported on various issues relating to the shopping center, his attendance at a King County council of mayors meeting, a draft letter regarding the roadless policy for wilderness areas, and Suburban Cities north caucus area meetings. Councilmembers agreed to discuss the draft roadless policy letter under new business.
In response to a question from Thompson, Planning and Building Director Bennett provided information regarding permit tracking and code enforcement issues.
Kiest congratulated the administration on the completion of the Forest Park Drive slide repair project and the re-opening of the road.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
By consensus of the council, the agenda was adopted as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Thompson moved to approve the consent calendar as follows:
Herzog seconded.
Olstad pulled the November 4, 2004 council regular meeting minutes. Olstad moved to amend the minutes as follows:
Page 1, line 10: “Councilmember absent excused:
Ed Sterner”
Armanini seconded. The motion to amend carried unanimously.
The motion to approve the consent calendar as amended carried unanimously.
FIRST READING
Resolution 878/Demonstrating Good Faith and Progress Toward and Establishing a Schedule for Adoption of Amendments to the City’s Comprehensive Plan
Kiest moved adoption of Resolution 878/Demonstrating Good Faith and Progress Toward and Establishing a Schedule for Adoption of Amendments to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Goss seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Resolution 879/Demonstrating Good Faith and Progress Toward and Establishing a Schedule for Adoption of Amendments to the City’s Sensitive Areas Regulations
Kiest moved adoption of Resolution 879/Demonstrating Good Faith and Progress Toward and Establishing a Schedule for Adoption of Amendments to the City’s Sensitive Areas Regulations. Goss seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance 919/Adopting 2005 Property Tax Levy
Ordinance 921/Approving City Sewer Rate Increase to Reflect King County METRO Increase
There being no objection, councilmembers agreed that Ordinance 919/Adopting 2005 Property Tax Levy and Ordinance 921/Approving City Sewer Rate Increase to Reflect King County METRO Increase would advance to second reading calendar on the November 18, 2004 agenda.
SECOND READING CALENDAR
Ordinance 920/Adopting 2005 Budget
Councilmembers agreed that Ordinance 920/Adopting 2005 Budget would remain on the second reading calendar during the budget process.
FINAL ACTION CALENDAR
Ordinance 917/Adopting Model Ordinance for Business and Occupation Administrative Rules
Thompson moved adoption of Ordinance 917/Adopting Model Ordinance for Business and Occupation Administrative Rules. Kiest seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance 918/Adopting Model Ordinance for Business and Occupation License Tax
Thompson moved adoption of Ordinance 918/Adopting Model Ordinance for Business and Occupation License Tax. Kiest seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Resolution 876/Increasing the City’s Drainage Assessment Fees
Following discussion, councilmembers agreed to hold Resolution 876/Increasing the City’s Drainage Assessment Fees on the final action calendar for the November 18, 2004 agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
Reports—Council
Thompson reported that he and City Administrator Karen Haines had attended the Jail Oversight Assembly, and he was elected to the executive committee and to the position of vice chair. He noted other business transacted by the assembly.
Goss discussed issues related to transit service for the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park area to Northwest Hospital and to downtown Seattle.
Armanini discussed issues related to voting procedures for representatives on the solid waste workgroup.
Sterner reported on the Reinvesting in Youth meeting and noted Chief Dennis Peterson’s presentation regarding the juvenile intervention program.
Communications
Herzog noted receipt of a letter from a resident regarding sewer service and the comprehensive plan update process.
New topics for discussion
Draft Letter regarding Roadless Areas Protection Policy
Kiest moved to authorize the mayor to sign the letter in support of the roadless areas protection policy on behalf of the city.
Armanini seconded.
Following discussion, the motion carried 4-3 (Aye—Olstad, Armanini, Kiest, Thompson; Nay—Goss, Herzog, Sterner).
As a member of the prevailing side, Armanini moved for reconsideration of the motion to authorize the mayor to sign the roadless area protection letter.
Herzog seconded. The motion for reconsideration carried 6-1 (Aye—Olstad, Goss, Armanini, Kiest, Herzog, Sterner; Nay—Thompson).
Following a brief discussion, councilmembers noted that Hutchinson has the authority to sign the letter as mayor without council action. Armanini said that she did not wish to box in her colleagues who did not support the signing of the letter on behalf of the city.
The motion to authorize the mayor to sign the letter in support of the roadless areas protection policy on behalf of the city failed 2-5 (Aye—Kiest, Thompson; Nay—Olstad, Goss, Armanini, Herzog, Sterner).
Review of Proposed 2005 Budget
--Public Safety
Chief Dennis Peterson reviewed various items included in the proposed 2005 work plan and budget for the police department. Peterson also reviewed 2004 accomplishments. In response to questions from councilmembers, Peterson discussed proposed projects, programs and expenditures. Thompson discussed issues related to traffic enforcement.
--Vehicle and Equipment Replacement
Following a brief review of the proposed budget for vehicle and equipment replacement, Hawley discussed issues related to computer equipment and software licensing.
Review of Comprehensive Plan Elements/Transportation
Councilmembers agreed to postpone review of the transportation element of the comprehensive plan to an upcoming meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no objection, the meeting was adjourned at 10:08 p.m.
Susan Stine, City Clerk
David R. Hutchinson, Mayor
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