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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFinance January 29 20131 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 WHATCOM COUNTY COUNCIL Finance and Administrative Services Committee January 29, 2013 CALL TO ORDER Committee Member Ken Mann called the meeting to order at 11:10 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, Washington. ROLL CALL (11:10: 58 AM) Present: Ken Mann and Sam Crawford. Absent: Carl Weimer. Also Present: Knutzen and Kremen. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. NOMINATION AND APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEE CHAIR (AB2013 -021) Crawford moved to appoint Councilmember Mann. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) COMMITTEE DISCUSSION 1. DISCUSSION REGARDING THE MT. BAKER FOOTHILLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LODGING TAX FUND PROJECT REPORT(S) (AB2013 -048) (11:11:36 AM) Rebecca Boonstra, Mt. Baker Foothills Chamber of Commerce, introduced her team and the consultant team. She described the tourism project and gave a presentation on the development of a Baker -to -Birch Bay television commercial and print advertising efforts. Mann asked and there was discussion of how they're measuring their success and whether they work with the Bellingham- Whatcom Tourism Visitor's Bureau. Crawford asked and there was discussion of Bellingham businesses benefiting from the promotion. Continue to focus on ways to analyze revenue out versus revenue that is coming into the county. There should be accountability for that money. Kremen asked if the County has the 2012 Lodging Tax Revenue figures. Brad Bennett, Administrative Services Department, stated he doesn't have them at hand. He will provide that information. Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Kremen stated and there was discussion about tourism revenue generated in the Foothills and in Birch Bay. Brenner asked and there was discussion of whether they worked with the Bellingham Chamber of Commerce. COMMITTEE DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL 1. ORDINANCE CLOSING THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE LEGACY PETTY CASH FUND (AB2013 -041) (11:35 :56 AM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 2. ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PROJECT FUND FOR THE NEW JAIL PROJECT 2013 -2014 (AB2013 -042) (11 :36 :38 AM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The following people answered questions: • Jack Louws, County Executive • Brad Bennett, Administrative Services Department Knutzen asked and there was discussion about a discrepancies in the amounts listed in the paperwork. Louws stated the correct number is $404,456 plus a contingency for a total of $444,902. Crawford asked and there was discussion of why they aren't using real estate excise tax (REET) I funds. Brenner stated and there was discussion of using REET II funds for related costs, such as roads and stormwater facilities. Crawford amended his motion and moved to approve $444,902 for the request. Knutzen asked and there was discussion of the administration's flexibility for moving funds around. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 3. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2013 WHATCOM COUNTY BUDGET, FIRST REQUEST, IN THE AMOUNT OF $234,944 (AB2013 -043) (11 :49 :21 AM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 The following people answered questions: • Jeff Parks, Sheriff's Office • Rob Lamb, Parks and Recreation Department • Tyler Schroeder, Planning and Development Services Department • Brad Bennett, Administrative Services Department • Mike McFarland, Parks and Recreation Department Mann asked and there was discussion of leasing cars for undercover use. Kremen asked and there was discussion of using confiscated vehicles instead of leasing cars. Knutzen asked and there was discussion of criteria used for riparian buffer mitigation planning. Brenner stated and there was discussion of not using real estate excise tax (REET) II funds on parks until they're done with the new jail. First use money that was in a park and trail fund that was moved to the road fund. Crawford asked for a map of the trail. Lamb stated and there was discussion of this project being approved in and carried over from 2012. Knutzen asked and there was discussion of the effect on the PL 8499 program with the Army Corps of Engineers. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 4. RESOLUTION IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY AND SETTING OF A DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO WCC 1.10 (AB2013 -049) (12:01:25 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The following people answered questions: • Bill Elfo, County Sheriff • Wendy Jones, Chief of Corrections • Jack Louws, County Executive Kershner asked and there was discussion of the retiring dog. Brenner asked and there was discussion of the condition of corrections vehicles. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 5. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE PARKS IMPROVEMENT FUND TO RECEIVE GRANT PROCEEDS GENERATED BY THE PURCHASE OF THE LILY POINT MARINE PARK (AB2013 -050) (12:06:25 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. Mann stated he will not support the resolution because that's not where the money should have gone. Crawford stated there will be much discussion of this item at the evening meeting. He suggests voting without discussion or not voting at all. He withdrew his motion. Mann stated that the committee would move it forward with no recommendation. 6. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND DLR GROUP, INC. TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO PLAN FOR THE NEW WHATCOM COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE JAIL FACILITY. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED IN THREE PHASES. PHASE I TO INCLUDE THE REVIEW, ACCESS, CONDITION AND METHODOLOGY OF PLANNING FOR THE NEW JAIL FACILITY IN THE AMOUNT OF $243,470. UPON EXECUTIVE AUTHORIZATION TO COMMENCE WITH PHASE II AND III AFTER INITIAL PROPERTY REVIEW BY DLR, THE SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE AMOUNT OF $160,986. ITEMIZED COST FOR ALL THREE PHASES IS $404,456 PLUS $40,446 IN CONTINGENCY, FOR A TOTAL COST OF $444,902 (AB2013 -042A) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) COUNCIL "CONSENT AGENDA" ITEMS 1. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO AN INTERLOCAL LOAN AND GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND THE CITY OF LYNDEN TO PROVIDE FUNDING FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF LYNDEN'S WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT, IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,000,000 (AB2013 -036) (12:09 :13 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. He asked and there was discussion of what stage they are at in the process. The following people answered questions: • Jack Louws, County Executive • Scott Korthuis, City of Lynden Mayor Brenner asked and there was discussion of whether the County is the last in -first out in terms of funding. Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Kremen asked and there was discussion of how much the project grew and how much additional revenue the City received. Mann stated this is not an appropriate use of Economic Development Investment (EDI) funds. He asked and there was discussion of a moratorium on building permits, why county residents outside the area should contribute funding to this project, and providing clean water to County residents. Crawford stated and there was discussion of considering using EDI funds to provide excess potable water for drinking to areas that don't have it, so they don't have to have groundwater withdrawal. The motion failed by the following vote: Ayes: Crawford (1) Nays: Mann (1) Absent: Weimer (1) 2. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE TREASURER'S LIST OF PETITIONS FOR PROPERTY TAX REFUNDS (AB2013 -051) (12 :22 :02 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 3. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND MT. BAKER FOOTHILLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR EXPENSES INCURRED IN THE PROMOTION OF THE OPERATION OF THEIR VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER AND THEIR MISSION TO PROMOTE TOURISM AND OVERNIGHT STAYS IN WHATCOM COUNTY, IN THE AMOUNT OF $78,505 (AB2013 -052) (12 :22 :22 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. Mann asked and there was discussion of whether this is separate from the special presentation given at the beginning of the meeting and whether the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee recommends this item. Tawni Helms, Executive's Office, stated this is separate from that item. Kershner stated and there was discussion of helping the Chamber become self - sustaining like other Chambers of Commerce. Mann stated and there was discussion of expanding the advisory committee. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 4. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND MT. BAKER FOOTHILLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR EXPENSES INCURRED IN THE PROMOTION OF THE BAKER — BIRCH BAY TOURISM PROMOTION PROJECT, IN THE AMOUNT OF $123,500 (AB2013 -053) (12:29:08 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. Kershner stated this request expands their operation to Lummi Island and Point Roberts. Mann asked and there was discussion of whether this money is in addition to the previous request. Tawni Helms, Executive's Office, answered questions. Brenner stated and there was discussion of not doing anything without approval of the Lummi Island and Point Roberts communities and competition with the Bellingham - Whatcom Chamber of Commerce. Crawford amended his motion and moved to hold in committee and request a presentation from staff from both the Foothills Chamber of Commerce and Bellingham - Whatcom County Tourism to talk about the differences between the two organizations and how they coordinate with each other. Kershner stated the request needs to go to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for a recommendation. Brenner stated include input from the communities of Lummi Island and Point Roberts. Kremen stated and there was discussion that this request expands the scope and participation to remote areas. It's not a request for more money. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 5. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND ELLIOTT BAY DESIGN GROUP, LLC FOR ON -CALL SUPPORT FOR THE LUMMI ISLAND FERRY SYSTEM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000 (AB2013 -054) (12:44:46 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 6. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT AMENDMENT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND BENNETT Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 ENGINEERING FOR LANDFILL MONITORING SERVICES, IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,045, FOR A TOTAL AMENDED CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $104,335 (AB2013 -055) (12 :45:02 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 7. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND WHATCOM FAMILY AND COMMUNITY NETWORK FOR BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES PROGRAM ACTIVITIES, IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,000 (AB2013 -056) (12 :45 :23 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. Joe Fuller, Health Department, answered questions. Brenner asked and there was discussion of information the Council may have received about this item. Mann asked and there was discussion of whether this was approved by the advisory committee for the mental health sales tax fund. Crawford asked and there was discussion of whether the County has contracted with this organization before. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) S. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE AND THE WHATCOM COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY TO ASSIST IN COLLECTING, ORGANIZING, AND PREPARING DATA AND REPORTS RELEVANT TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY PROPERTIES AND TENANTS AS WELL AS PROVIDING SUPPORT FOR THE CRIME ANALYSIS UNIT, IN THE AMOUNT OF $55,650 (AB2013 -057) (12 :48 :07 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 9. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE ANNUAL PURCHASE OF RADIO EQUIPMENT IN 2013 FOR SHERIFF'S VEHICLES USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM VENDOR MOTOROLA FOR THE EQUIPMENT AND VENDOR COMMUNICATIONS Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 NORTHWEST FOR THE INSTALLATION, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $50,000 (AB2013 -058) (12 :48 :40 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 10. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF THE 2013 — 2014 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF LIGNOSITE FROM MEENDERINCK, LLC, A SOLE SOURCE PROVIDER, IN AN APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $50,000 PER YEAR (AB2013 -059) (12 :49 :02 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 11. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE 2013 — 2014 ANNUAL PURCHASE OF GUARDRAIL AND RELATED REPAIR PARTS AND SUPPLIES USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM VENDOR CORAL SALES, IN AN APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $40,000 PER YEAR (AB2013 -060) (12 :49 :22 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 12. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF THE 2013 — 2014 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF AUTO PARTS, USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM LOCAL VENDORS, IN AN ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF $80,000 PER YEAR (AB2013 -061) (12 :49 :41 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 13. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF THE ANNUAL SUPPLY OF LUBRICANTS USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM VENDOR REISNER DISTRIBUTOR, INC., IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $35,000 (AB2013 -062) (12 :50 :01 PM) Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. He asked and there was discussion of whether this goes out to bid. Eric Schlehuber, Public Works Department, answered questions. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 14. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF THE 2013 — 2014 ANNUAL AUTOBODY REPAIR SERVICES USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM VENDOR CEI GROUP WITH GITT'S AUTOBODY OF FERNDALE DOING THE ACTUAL REPAIRS, IN AN APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $80,000 PER YEAR (AB2013 -063) (12:50:45 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 15. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF WATERBORNE TRAFFIC LINE PAINT FOR 2013 USING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH LEWIS COUNTY FROM VENDOR SHERWIN WILLIAMS, INC. (AB2013 -064) (12 :52 :07 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 16. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF WATERBORNE TRAFFIC LINE PAINT FOR 2013 USING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH PIERCE COUNTY FROM VENDOR ENNIS PAINT (AB2013 -065) (12 :52 :55 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 17. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF WATERBORNE TRAFFIC LINE PAINT FOR 2013 USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM VENDOR, ALPINE PRODUCTS INC. (AB2013 -066) (12 :53 :08 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 18. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO AWARD BID #12 -82 TO THE LOW BIDDER, TRAFFIC SAFETY SUPPLY, FOR THE ANNUAL SUPPLY OF TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $85,208.31 PER YEAR FOR UP TO THREE RENEWALS (AB2013 -067) (12:53:21 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) Crawford asked and there was discussion of whether the County is changing the system. Eric Schlehuber, Public Works Department, answered questions. 19. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF LIGHT BARS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT IN 2013 FOR PATROL VEHICLES USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM VENDOR AUTO ADDITIONS, INC. IN AN APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $70,000 (AB2013 -068) (12 :53:45 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 20. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF THE 2013 — 2014 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF TIRES, TUBES AND SERVICE USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT FROM LOCAL VENDORS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $75,000 PER YEAR (AB2013 -069) (12:55 :01 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 21. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF THE ANNUAL SUPPLY OF GLASS BEADS FOR TRAFFIC MARKING PAINT USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM VENDOR ALPINE PRODUCTS, IN AN APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $100,000 (AB2013 -070) (12 :55 :21 PM) Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 4 4 4 5 5 5 Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) 22. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF THE ANNUAL SUPPLY OF ASPHALT PRODUCTS USING THE WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACT, FROM VENDORS ALBINA ASPHALT, ARROW CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY, LAKESIDE INDUSTRIES, LIQUID CONCRETE, PARTNER CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS, SPECIAL ASPHALT PRODUCTS, SOUND REFINING, WILLIAMS FORM ENGINEERING, AND CRAFCO, IN THE AMOUNT OF APPROXIMATELY $40,000 (AB2013 -071) (12:56:07 PM) Crawford moved to recommend approval to the full Council. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mann and Crawford (2) Nays: None (0) Absent: Weimer (1) OTHER BUSINESS Crawford asked and there was discussion of what is happening with the emergency medical service (EMS) agreement and asked for a presentation on the financial situation with the Lummi Island ferry fares. The following people answered questions: • Jack Louws, County Executive • Frank Abart, Public Works Director ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 12:58 p.m. ATTEST: WHATCOM COUNTY COUNCIL WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON Please contact the Council Office to obtain an official, signed copy: 360- 676 -6690 or council&o.w hatcom .wa.us Finance and Administrative Services Committee, 1/29/2013, Page 11