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WHATCOM COUNTY COUNCIL
Regular County Council
January 11, 2011
CALL TO ORDER
Council Chair Sam Crawford called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. in the Council
Chambers, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, Washington.
ROLL CALL
Present: Barbara Brenner, Sam Crawford, Kathy Kershner, Bill Knutzen, Ken
Mann, Tony Larson and Carl Weimer
Absent: None
FLAG SALUTE
ANNOUNCEMENTS (7:03:27 PM)
Crawford announced there was an annual reorganization of the Whatcom
County Council (AB2011 -056) and discussion with the Administration regarding
strategic planning to establish organizational structure, priorities, and
performance measurements (AB2011 -057) during the day's Committee of the Whole
meeting.
Crawford also announced there was discussion with Assistant Chief Deputy
Prosecutor Daniel Gibson to address mediation issues (AB2011 -018) and a
strategy planning discussion and positions to be taken regarding collective
bargaining (AB2011 -036) in executive session during the Committee of the Whole
meeting.
MINUTES CONSENT (7 :04:14 PM)
pages.
Brenner moved to approve the Minutes Consent items, including the corrected
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
1. SURFACE WATER WORK SESSION FOR OCTOBER 19, 2010
2. SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR OCTOBER 19, 2010
3. SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR OCTOBER 28, 2010
4. BOARD OF HEALTH FOR NOVEMBER 2, 2010
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5. SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR NOVEMBER 9, 2010
6. REGULAR COUNTY COUNCIL FOR NOVEMBER 9, 2010
7. SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR NOVEMBER 23, 2010
8. REGULAR COUNTY COUNCIL FOR NOVEMBER 23, 2010
9. SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR DECEMBER 7, 2010
10. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR DECEMBER 7, 2010
11. REGULAR COUNTY COUNCIL FOR DECEMBER 7, 2010
12. SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR JANUARY 4, 2011
OPEN SESSION (7:05:33 PM)
The following people spoke:
• Dennis Jones, Sudden Valley, spoke on the issue of the Lake Whatcom Management
Plan.
• Gary Lysne, 2472 Northshore Road, Bellingham, spoke on the issue of budget
amounts.
• Carl Olson, 2015 - 24th Street, Bellingham, spoke on the condition of the general
fund.
• Kris Ungern, 2095 Northshore Road, Bellingham, spoke on the issue of the budget
and general fund.
• Kay Sardo, 510 South State Street in Bellingham, spoke on the issue of the proposed
new jail.
• Barbara Sternberger, 4540 Curtis Road, Bellingham, spoke on the issue of the cost
estimates for the proposed new jail.
• (Clerk's Note: The speaker following Barbara Sternberger requested that his /her
testimony not be included in the minutes. The speaker's testimony is available on the
meeting's audio recording.)
• Michael Kaufman, 1620 Huntley Road, spoke on the issue of animal control.
• Stewart Ridge, 3811 Constitution Road, Lummi Island, spoke on the new Lummi
Island Ferry Task Force.
• Harry Williams, citizen, spoke on the appointments to the Flood Control Zone District
Advisory Committee.
• Bruce Diele, citizen, spoke on peace and the principles of absolutism.
• Ken Woolf, 5298 Macauley Road, Deming, spoke on the appointments to the Flood
Control Zone District Advisory Committee.
• Jeff DeJong, Abbott Road, Lynden, spoke on the appointments to the Flood Control
Zone District Advisory Committee.
• Greg Brown, 4363 Saddlestone Road, spoke on the issue of Mayor Pike's statement
regarding a moratorium on wells in the Lake Whatcom watershed and on bus service
on Sunday.
• John Appel, 6605 Northwest Road, Ferndale, spoke on the appointments to the Flood
Control Zone District Advisory Committee.
• David Haggith, 5685 Bench Lane, Everson, spoke on the appointments to the Flood
Control Zone District Advisory Committee.
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• Dewey Desler, Whatcom County Deputy Administrator, spoke on the issue of the
funds of County government.
OTHER ITEMS
1. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING WHATCOM COUNTY'S APPLICATION FOR
BOATING FACILITIES PROGRAM FUNDING ASSISTANCE FOR LIGHTHOUSE
MARINE PARK DOCK REPLACEMENT (AB2011 -037) (7 :47 :41 PM)
Brenner moved to approve the resolution.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
2. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND THE BELLINGHAM FOOD
BANK FOR THE COLLECTION, WAREHOUSING AND DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD
TO LOCAL FOOD BANKS AND TO SUPPORT THE GLEANING PROJECT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $58,000 (AB2011 -038) (7 :48 :14 PM)
Mann moved to approve the request.
Kershner asked if it could come out of Economic Development Investment (EDI)
money instead of the general fund.
Dewey Desler, Deputy Administrator, stated they have not had a chance to work out
any potential EDI use to support this program at the beginning of the year. It's general
fund money at this point.
Knutzen asked if they were going to help in the construction of a facility. Desler
stated they have not had a chance to work on this project. The contract came forward. It's
the first one of the year. They could delay this contract to let the administration look at
that option in more detail. He was surprised that it's coming forward so quickly.
Knutzen moved to hold this for two weeks. See if there is an option to use more
creative funding.
Brenner stated this is directly for food, not a building. It has to come out of the
general fund
Knutzen stated the Food Bank purchased property. They will have to use their
money out of their budget to build the facility.
Brenner stated the question is if the Food Bank plans to build right now, with the
economy so bad. The food is what they need right away. She talked to the Food Bank
director. It's completely separate. They may or may not move forward on the building.
Knutzen stated that if they go ahead with this project, they will help the Food Bank
budget and also create jobs in the construction industry.
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The motion to refer to the Finance Committee failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Crawford, Knutzen and Kershner (3)
Nays: Larson, Weimer and Mann (3)
Abstains: Brenner (1)
The motion to approve as presented carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen and Mann (6)
Nays: Kershner (1)
3. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND THE WHATCOM VOLUNTEER
CENTER FOR THE PROVISION OF VOLUNTEER SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF
$30,000 (AB2011 -039) (7 :54 :38 PM)
Mann moved to approve the request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
4. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND GERRY COLEMAN, JON
RANEY, MICHAEL BRODKSY, ALEX RANSOM, SARAH HALL, STEPHEN KOZER,
DOUG HYLEDAHL, LEE GROCHMAL, ANDREW SUBIN AND CARL MUNSEN FOR
CONFLICT ATTORNEY SERVICES FOR ADULT CLASS B & C FELONY CRIMINAL
CASES AND FOR JUVENILE FELONY AND MISDEMEANOR OFFENDER CASES
ON A FLAT RATE PER CASE PLUS EXPENSES (AB2011 -040)
Brenner moved to approve the request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
5. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND GERALDINE COLEMAN,
THOMAS FRYER, LEE GROCHMAL, DOUG HYLDAHL, STEPHEN KOZER AND
JONATHAN RANEY FOR CONFLICT INDIGENT DEFENSE, CLASS A FELONY
AND AGGRAVATED 1ST DEGREE MURDER ON AN HOURLY RATE PER CASE
PLUS EXPENSES (AB2011 -041) (7 :55 :37 PM)
Brenner moved to approve the request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
6. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO AN
AMENDMENT OF THE MOA BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND WASHINGTON
STATE UNIVERSITY TO CONTINUE THE JOINT COST - SHARING FOR FACULTY
POSITIONS IN WSU EXTENSION IN THE AMENDED AMOUNT OF $83,542
(AB2011 -042) (7 :56 :10 PM)
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Brenner moved to approve the request.
Knutzen moved to refer to Finance Committee in order to get more clarity on the
necessity of all four positions. The original intent of the extension was to assist in
commercial agriculture in Whatcom County.
Drew Betz, Washington State University (WSU) Cooperative Extension, stated that
was one of the intents. It's been operating in more than commercial agriculture for many
years. The mission of Cooperative Extension is based on local needs. This county has been
serving family living, community health, 4H youth development, and commercial
agriculture, including integrated pest management, water quality, crane flies. There is a lot
of work happening with commercial agriculture. They are hiring a new position.
Knutzen stated they've gotten away from their core mission statement. He doesn't
know how they're helping commercial agriculture. That's what he'd like more clarity on.
Crawford asked Councilmember Knutzen to meet with Ms. Betz before the committee
meeting.
Knutzen stated he is happy to meet with Ms. Betz.
The motion to refer to committee carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Knutzen and Mann (5)
Nays: Kershner and Weimer (2)
7. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE &
SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES FOR FUNDING TO SUPPORT AND REPRESENT
THE COMMISSION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN THE AMOUNT OF
$35,000 (AB2011 -043) (8:00:09 PM)
Larson moved to approve the request.
Kershner asked if this funding comes from the general fund.
Dewey Desler, Deputy Administrator, stated it is.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen and Mann (6)
Nays: Kershner (1)
8. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND WHATCOM EVENTS (SOLE
SOURCE PROVIDER) FOR ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION OUTSIDE
WHATCOM COUNTY OF THE ANNUAL SKI TO SEA FESTIVAL IN THE AMOUNT
OF $30,000 (AB2011 -044) (8:01 :22 PM)
Brenner moved to approve the request.
Knutzen asked how much the Chamber was allocated when it ran the event.
Dewey Desler, Deputy Administrator, stated the Chamber was allocated $30,000.
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Crawford stated this money has always been used for out -of -area advertising, to
bring people to Whatcom County.
Larson stated the current organization that runs the event is a private organization.
He asked if the County looks at their financial information to evaluate their ability to provide
marketing support. Desler stated the County looks at all their marketing receipts. The
organization has to show the County exactly what the money was spent on. The County
does not look at the amount that the organization makes off the event.
Mann stated the organization is a nonprofit.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen and Kershner (6)
Nays: None (0)
Abstains: Mann (1)
Mann stated he is on the organizations race committee.
9. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A GRANT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND THE WASHINGTON STATE
DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING A LOAN
PROGRAM FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF FAILING ON -SITE SEWAGE SYSTEMS
IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000 (AB2011 -045) (8:03:32 PM)
Brenner moved to approve the request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
10. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
COOPERATIVE LAW ENFORCEMENT ANNUAL FINANCIAL AND OPERATING
PLAN BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE AND THE USDA,
FOREST SERVICE MT. BAKER - SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST FOR THE
PROVISION OF A DEPUTY SHERIFF TO PATROL THE MT BAKE R- SNOQUALMIE
NATIONAL FOREST IN THE AMOUNT OF $66,750 (AB2011 -046) (8:04:13 PM)
Mann moved to approve the request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
11. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND MT. BAKER FOOTHILLS
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR CHAMBER
OPERATIONS AND TOURISM PROMOTION OF THE MT. BAKER CORRIDOR IN
THE AMOUNT OF $62,000 (AB2011 -047) (8:04:59 PM)
Brenner moved to approve the request.
Kershner asked why they are going to waive the bid requirement.
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Crawford stated only one other group is interested in these funds up there. He
believes that the Foothills Chamber of Commerce has done a good job of positioning itself to
be able to provide these services. It is the only group he knows of that could provide this
service. It was well- vetted during the budgeting process. The Glacier Chamber has asked
in the past. This approval also comes forward with a review and recommendation by the
Tourism Advisory Board.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen and Mann (6)
Nays: Kershner (1)
12. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND NORTHWEST REGIONAL
COUNCIL BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD FOR SUPPORT OF THE BOUNDARY
REVIEW BOARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $18,000 (AB2011 -048) (8:07:03 PM)
Mann moved to approve the request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
13. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT FOR SERVICES BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND WHATCOM
DISPUTE RESOLUTION CENTER FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF MANDATORY
FAMILY LAW MEDIATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000 (AB2011 -049)
(8:07:22 PM)
Brenner moved to approve the request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
14. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT FOR SERVICES BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND CATHOLIC
COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR THE COORDINATION OF COURT - ORDERED
SUPERVISED VISITATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $23,040 (AB2011 -050)
(8:07:42 PM)
Weimer moved to approve the request.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
15. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT AMENDMENT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND THE
OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL FOR OPERATION OF THE WHATCOM COUNTY
HOMELESS SERVICE CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000 (AB2011 -051)
(8: 08:07 PM)
Weimer moved to approve the request.
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Kershner asked if E- Verify is part of the contract.
Crawford stated he is fairly sure the Opportunity Council uses E- Verify to verify their
employees.
Dewey Desler, Deputy Administrator, stated it should be, according to County policy.
Regina Delahunt, Health Department Director, states she can't answer specifically for
this contract. The question came up at one of the Council meetings at the end of last year,
and she checked on that contract. It was included in that contract. They have been going
through the contracts to make sure E- Verify are included in them. She will make sure it's
included in this contract. These are veteran's funds, which they're adding to the 2060 funds
to make a more expansive program.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
16. REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT
BOARD'S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EDI FUNDING (AB2011 -052) (8:10:58
PM)
Brenner moved to approve the request.
Larson asked if the proposal could be split in two.
Brenner withdrew her motion.
Larson moved to approve the funding request and recommendation for the Port of
Bellingham Index Industries Business Expansion.
The motion to approve the Port of Bellingham funding request carried by the
following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Crawford moved to approve the City of Ferndale Housing Affordability for the
Workforce for $1.2 million.
Larson stated he is against the motion. The two projects in the recommendation are
very different projects. If the purpose is economic development, they should look at
projects that create jobs. The first request from the Port clearly does that. The second
request from Ferndale, is a good project. However, approving this project is the County
taking equity in affordable housing. The outcome is that someone who can't currently
afford a home will have an opportunity to buy a home, compliments of Whatcom County,
which is subsidizing the cost of the home. That isn't an economic development issue.
Crawford stated he is also against the motion. He is on the Economic Development
Investment (EDI) Board, and supported the project at the time. Right now, they don't have
any other applicants for the loan program. He's changed his mind because he's concerned
that the administration of this goes through the City of Bellingham, not the City of Ferndale.
He is concerned that they are shifting EDI money to the City of Bellingham, for its use.
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Some of the money goes for infrastructure, but $25,000 goes to administration. That may
not be the best use of those dollars. Additionally, the County Council is beginning to discuss
how to allocate these dollars most effectively and specifically for infrastructure that is
specific to economic development. To get more applicants, they can do more proactive
work with the Northwest Economic Council and Center for Economic Vitality to identify
projects.
Brenner stated this project will put contractors to work. That's part of economic
development.
Knutzen moved to refer to committee to hear from the applicants.
Dewey Desler, Deputy Administrator, stated he agrees that this project is complex.
Questions about the cost and use of the project are fair. Because this is unique, it deserves
more discussion during Finance Committee meetings. If it works, this could be a very
powerful tool for the Council to assist citizens with affordable housing and to get
construction workers back to work. They can address concerns about a particular portion of
the request. The administration also needs time to work through the request. He supports
referring it to committee.
Brenner stated she approves the project, but will vote to refer to committee to make
sure it passes.
Weimer stated he is ready to vote to approve the project. It's fine if the Council
wants to further vet the project, which provides money for construction jobs, impact fees,
and affordable housing.
Desler stated this is coming forward for Council review. It's not a contract. If the
Council approves the concepts, the administration will prepare budget documents and
contracts. The administration will finish the contract with the Port of Bellingham on its
project. That contract and a supplemental budget request will come before the Council
again. Discuss the City of Ferndale project further during committee.
Larson amended his motion and moved to amend the EDI Board recommended
request to approve the Port of Bellingham request and refer the City of Ferndale request to
committee.
Mann stated he is ready to vote in favor of both programs. This is a loan, not a gift
of funds. The advisory committee, which is very diverse, voted in favor of this project
unanimously.
Larson stated refer this to committee because it's not a loan. The Port request is a
loan. The City request is not a loan. The County is taking equity. The loan isn't paid back
until the home sells and it comes out of affordable housing status, which could be done in
70 years.
Crawford stated that if it's used for individual housing, there is probably a horizon
where they can see a potential payback in the future. If someone comes forward with
another project such as multi - family housing, it won't ever come out of affordable housing
status.
Kershner stated she supports the motion. She would like to know why the City of
Ferndale's affordable housing program is administered by the City of Bellingham.
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The motion as amended carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Knutzen and Kershner (5)
Nays: Mann and Weimer (2)
17. REQUEST CONFIRMATION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S APPOINTMENTS
AND RE- APPOINTMENTS OF MEMBERS TO SERVE ON VARIOUS BOARDS,
COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES (APPOINTMENTS TAKE EFFECT ON
FEBRUARY 1, 2011) (AB2011 -053) (8:26:18 PM)
Agricultural Advisory Committee
Brenner moved to confirm Lesa Boxx and Richard Yoder.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Bellingham - Whatcom County Commission Against Domestic Violence
Brenner moved to confirm Nikki Finkbonner and Mary Dumas.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Bicycle /Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Knutzen moved to confirm Donald Ligocki.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Boundary Review Board
Knutzen moved to confirm Bill Bliss.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
County Appeals Board - Fire Prevention Position
Brenner moved to confirm Bill Hewitt.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Developmental Standards Technical Advisory Committee
Knutzen moved to confirm Michele Bodtke, Michael DiSpigno and Adam Morrow.
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The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Ethics Commission
Crawford stated the administration requested that this item be held.
Housing Advisory Committee
Mann moved to confirm Kathleen McNaughton and Sue Parrott.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Marine Resource Committee
Knutzen moved to confirm Bert Rubash and Stephanie Williams.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Mental Health Advisory Board
Brenner moved to confirm Larry Richardson and Michael Massanari, MD.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Northwest Regional Council
Brenner moved to confirm Jana Finkbonner.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Parks and Recreation Commission - District 2
Weimer moved to confirm Gordon Rogers.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Rural Library Board
Brenner moved to confirm Judy Phillips.
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The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Substance Abuse Advisory Board
Brenner moved to confirm Dac Jamison and Althea Wilson.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
18. ANNUAL COUNTY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS TO FILL VACANCIES ON
VARIOUS BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES (APPOINTMENTS
TAKE EFFECT ON FEBRUARY 1, 2011) (AB2010 -329) (8:31:28 PM)
Board of Equalization - District 1
Knutzen nominated David Simpson.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Lummi Island Ferry Task Force
(Clerk's Note: See the attached voting tally.)
The Council appointed Kathy Berg, Jim Dickinson, Patricia Dunn, Diane Harper, John
Chandler Johnson, Barbara Ryan, and Riley Starks.
Noxious Weed Control Board - District 2
(Clerk's Note: There was no nomination.)
The vote to appoint L. Alan Yoder carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Noxious Weed Control Board - District 3
(Clerk's Note: There was no nomination.)
The vote to appoint Ray Fann carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Noxious Weed Control Board - District 5
There were no applicants.
Whatcom County Planning Commission - District 1
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The Council appointed Ken Bell and David Onkels.
19. ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS TO FILL VACANCIES ON THE WHATCOM COUNTY
FLOOD CONTROL ZONE DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE, BIRCH BAY
WATERSHED AND AQUATIC RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (BBWARM)
ADVISORY COMMITTEE, AND SUMAS / EVERSON/ NOOKSACK FLOOD
CONTROL SUB -ZONE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (AB2010 -329A)
(APPOINTMENTS TAKE EFFECT ON FEBRUARY 1, 2011)
(Clerk's Note: Council acting as the Whatcom County Flood Control Zone District
Board of Supervisors.)
Flood Control Zone District Advisory Committee - Geographic Areas
(Clerk's Note: See the attached voting tally.)
The Board appointed John Appel, Jeff DeJong and Gary Van Dyk.
Flood Control Zone District Advisory Committee - Special Districts
(Clerk's Note: See the attached voting tally.)
The Board appointed Theresa Sygitowicz and Harry Williams.
Kershner stated she thanks Ron Bronsema for his service on the Flood Control Zone
District Advisory Committee. He's done a good job. This position has no term limits. It's a
one -year term. She will vote for Sygitowicz and change the position.
Flood Control Zone District Advisory Committee - Impacted Cities
Brenner moved to appoint Robert Bromley and John Perry.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
Birch Bay Watershed and Aquatic Resources Management Advisory (BBWARM) Committee -
Position A
(Clerk's Note: See the attached voting tally.)
The Board appointed Don Montfort.
Birch Bay Watershed and Aquatic Resources Management Advisory (BBWARM) Committee -
Positions D and E
(Clerk's Note: See the attached voting tally.)
The Board appointed Peter Winterfeld and LeRoy Smith.
Sumas /Everson /Nooksack Flood Control Subzone Advisory Committee
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20. ORDINANCE IMPOSING AN EMERGENCY MORATORIUM ON THE ACCEPTANCE
OF NEW APPLICATIONS FOR SUBDIVISIONS AND SHORT SUBDIVISIONS IN
RURAL AREAS (AB2011 -060) (9:06:32 PM)
Knutzen moved to adopt the ordinance.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
INTRODUCTION ITEMS (9:08:19 PM)
Crawford moved to accept Introduction Items two and three. Introduction item
one is withheld from introduction and referred to the Council's Planning and Development
Committee.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
1. ORDINANCE AMENDING WHATCOM COUNTY CODE TITLE 20 TO ALLOW
DRIVE THROUGH SERVICES IN THE URBAN RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE
(URMX) AND THE RESORT COMMERCIAL ZONES (RC) (AB2011 -054) —
2. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2011 WHATCOM COUNTY BUDGET, FIRST
REQUEST, IN THE AMOUNT OF $46,315 (AB2011 -055)
3. ORDINANCE IMPOSING AN INTERIM MORATORIUM ON THE ACCEPTANCE OF
NEW APPLICATIONS FOR SUBDIVISIONS AND SHORT SUBDIVISIONS IN
RURAL AREAS (AB2011 -060A)
OTHER BUSINESS (9:10:12 PM)
Kershner stated the Council should choose a councilmember to support the Lummi
Island Ferry Task Force.
Knutzen moved to choose Councilmember Kershner as the liaison to the Lummi
Island Ferry Task Force.
Brenner asked if this task force will have any funding from the County.
Kershner stated it currently has no funding.
Brenner asked where the Task Force will meet.
Kershner stated that is a decision the Task Force members will have to make. She
asked if another councilmember is interested in serving as a backup liaison.
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Larson stated he is willing to serve as a backup liaison.
Brenner stated she is also willing to serve as a backup liaison.
Crawford stated the motion would be for the Council to officially recognize
Councilmember Kershner as the Council liaison to the Lummi Island Ferry Task Force.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Larson, Crawford, Brenner, Weimer, Knutzen, Mann and Kershner (7)
Nays: None (0)
REPORTS AND OTHER ITEMS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS (9:13:07 PM)
Crawford stated there is a meeting with the public regarding the proposed new jail,
hosted by the County Executive. It's not a Council meeting.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
Please contact the Council Office to obtain an
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Dana Brown - Davis, Council Clerk
Sam Crawford, Council Chair
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PLANNING COMMISSION VOTING TALLY - ROUND 1
Nominated
by:
Weimer I I Knutzen I I Mann I I Crawford I Brenner Larson Kershner Total
Kershner Bell X Bell X Bell X Bell X Bell X Bell I X IBell X 7
Larson IFranklin I lFranklin I Franklin I Franklin I lFranklin I lFranklin I lFrnnklin n
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Kersnner IOnkels I IOnkels I X jOnkels I j0nkels I X lOnkels I 10nkels I X 10nkels I X 1 4
Nominated I LUMMI ISLAND FERRY TASK FORCE VOTING TALLY - ROUND 1
by:
Nominated
by:
LUMMI ISLAND FERRY TASK FORCE VOTING TALLY - ROUND 2
Weimer
Knutzen
Mann
Crawford
Brenner
Larson
Larson
Total
Brenner
Benson
Benson
Benson
X
Benson
X
Benson
X
Benson
X
Benson
M-5
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Berg
X
Berg
X
Berg
X
Berg
X
Berg
X
Berg
X
Berg
X
Harper
Brenner
D. Dickinson
D. Dickinson
D. Dickinson
D. Dickinson
D. Dickinson
D. Dickinson
D. Dickinson
0
Brenner
J. Dickinson
J. Dickinson
X
J. Dickinson
X
J. Dickinson
X
J. Dickinson
X
J. Dickinsonj
X
J. Dickinson
X
4
Brenner
Dunn
X
Dunn
X
Dunn
X
Dunn
X
Dunn
X
Dunn
X
Dunn
X
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Frye
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IFrye
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X
Frye
Total
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X
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IRichardson I
Frye
IRichardson I
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IRichardson I
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IRichardson I
Harper
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Harper
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Harper
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Harper
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IRyan I
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Ryan I
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Hartsoch
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Holmes
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Holmes
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Holmes
Holmes
Holmes
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Mulhem
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Prestiy
Prestiy
Prestiy
Prestiy
Prestiy
Prestiy
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Richardson
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Richardson
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LUMMI ISLAND FERRY TASK FORCE VOTING TALLY - ROUND 2
Weimer
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Brenner
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Weimer I I Knutzen I I Mann I I Crawford Brenner I I Larson
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Nominated FLOOD CONTROL ZONE DISTRICT - SPECIAL DISTRICTS - VOTING TALLY - ROUND 1
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Crawford
Brenner
Larson
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Nominated FLOOD CONTROL ZONE DISTRICT - SPECIAL DISTRICTS - VOTING TALLY - ROUND 1
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Knutzen I I Mann I I Crawford I I Brenner I I Larson
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Weimer I I Knutzen I I Mann I I Crawford I I Brenner I I Larson I I Ker—sh-n-e-rl Total
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Nominated
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Weimer
Knutzen
Mann
Crawford
Brenner
Larson
Kershner
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Smith
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Winterfeld
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Winterfeld
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Winterteld
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Winterteld
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Winterteld
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Weimer
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