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June 1, 1989
The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers by
Council Chairman Don Hansey.
Other Council Members Present: Absent:
Tom Burton Emily Jackson
Corky Johnson Will Roehl
Dan Warner
Mary Vanderpol
READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the May 4 and May 18 Council meetings were approved as
presented.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
* Item 2 under Other Business and Item 3 under Introduction, regarding
the location of juvenile detention ,faciIIties are being postponed
until a later date; the juvenile detention facilities wlII be
scheduled for discussion at the June 8 Committee of the Whole
meeting.
* Item 1 under Final Consideration, regarding the Arctic National
Wildlife Refuge, is being postponed until a later date when all
interested parties will be able to attend.
* Item 6 under Other Business; Robert Frost's appeal of the revocation
of his conditional use permit, is being moved to the end of the
agenda.
* An executive session will be added to:
Discuss pending litigation (lawsuit against the County Jail)
(no paper; requested by Randy Watts) [RCW 42.30.110 (1)(1)1;
and for Council to be briefed by its attorney in the matter
of the Robert Frost conditional use revocation appeal (information
received or on file) [RCW 42.30.140 (2)].
EXECUTIVE ITEMS
1. BID AWARD RECOMMENDATION FOR PRINTING AND COPY PAPER TO THE LOWEST
RESPONSIVE BIDDER, WILLIAM DIERICKX CO., AT A SIX -MONTH ESTIMATED
COST OF $10,103.50
Executive Shirley Van Zanten said this company was the lowest responsive
bidder. Warner noted that Finance had reviewed and recommended approval of this
and the next three bid award recommendations.
WARNER MOVED THAT THE FIRST FOUR BID AWARD RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE AGENDA
BE APPROVED.
Motion carried.
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2. BI D AWARD RECOMMENDATION TO REBUI LD TWO CATERPI LLAR D343 ENGINES FOR
USE IN THE WHATCOM CHIEF TO THE ONLY BIDDER, N.C. MACHINERY, FOR
$15,764 (LABOR) AND $22,617 (PARTS) (PLUS OR MINUS 10 %), FOR A
PROJECTED TOTAL COST OF $38,381 PLUS SALES TAX
3. BID AWARD RECOMMENDATION FOR THE SUPPLY OF INFLUENZA VACCINE FOR
THE UPCOMING FLU SEASON TO THE LOW BIDDER, WYETH AYERST, AT A TOTAL
COST OF $10,057.50
4. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE RELOCATION OF NORTH SHORE
DRIVE, CRP 99178, TO ONE WAY CONSTRUCTION IN THE AMOUNT OF
$276,933.00, INCLUDING TAXES
See action under item one.
5. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR DIVERSION SERVICES FOR THE FISCAL
YEARS 1989 -91 AND 1991 -93 TO NORTHWEST YOUTH SERVICES
Van Zan ten said this program is fully funded by state grant. Red Cross
is the current contract holder; however, she is recommending that Northwest
Youth Services get the contract this year. The primary reason is that the
agency specializes in youth activities, and the administration was impressed
with how NWYS said it would work with volunteers.
Warner said Finance discussed the issue at length.
WARNER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT LINDER THE
CONDITIONS INDICATED IN THE COUNCIL PACKETS
Burton asked Juvenile Court Administrator Gerald Wood to explain what the
closure rate for the program is, and whether other counties have experienced
declines in closure rates similar to that experienced by Red Cross recently.
Wood said the closure rate is based on all the kids who complete all
activities ordered by the court. He said he would Iike to have a firm 1n charge
that would take the time to make sure all these kids' activities are met.
Burton asked how Wood could be sure that NWYS closure rate would be higher.
Wood said they have done good work in other counties.
Johnson asked why Wood was not sure NWYS would do better than Red Cross.
Wood explained the way diversion programs work, then said that Red Cross has a
lapse in service due to changing program managers.
Hansey said he thought he'd heard Red Cross say the closure rate was
around 90 percent for signed agreements, but way down for kids referred. Wood
said in 1988 1,013 cases were referred to diversion programs; of that only 50
percent were completed and 557 signed agreements. Hansey asked how many of
those who signed agreements completed the program. Wood did not respond, but
restated the above figures. Hansey asked him twice more, finally clarifying
that Wood must mean that of the 557 who agreed to go into the program, about 90
percent of the kids completed their requirements. Wood agreed, but had said
that of the totai number referred to Red Cross only 54 percent finished. Hansey
said that NWYS said they plan to have a 90 percent closure rate; he asked if
Wood knew whether that would be 90 percent of the total number referred, or 90
percent of the number that agree to enter the program. Wood said that
information is not specified in the contract. Hansey said he was troubied by
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this, that the new organization may not do anything better than Red Cross.
Vanderpol said he has heard there is room for improvement in the way that
Red Cross has worked with volunteers. Although things have Improved in the past
few months, he said an agency that is involved with youth services full -time
deserves the Council's support.
Motion carried.
6. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION FOR EXECUTIVE TO NEGOTIATE A CONTRACT FOR
PREPARATION OF THE COUNTY'S HAZARDOUS WASTE PLAN WITH PAUL S.
RUNNING AND ASSOCIATES
Van Zanten said this firm has worked with four other counties on the same
sort of plan. Some of this work will be paid for by the state Department of
Ecology (DOE). She said only $46,000 was budgeted for this study, and that more
money may be needed to cover the work. She said a ceiling of $55,000 should be
set, with the additional money coming from the Solid Waste Fund.
Warner said Finance recommended approval.
WARNER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTIVE TO NEGOTIATE A CONTRACT iN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $55,000.
Johnson said he felt the County may as well just write a check for $10,000
and give it to the company. If $45,000 was budgeted, that is what the contract
should be negotiated for, he said. Warner said the administration may be able
to negotiate the contract for $35,000, but that the amount wasn't known; that
is why the administration was asking for an extra $10,000, to have some
latitude. Johnson said why would the company negotiate for anything lower If
it knows the county's ceiling. Van Zanten said the contractor is paid a fixed
hourly rate, and the hours must be documented.
JOHNSON MOVED TO AMEND WARNER'S MOTION TO SAY: "... IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $45,000."
Warner said he had no objection, but then he noted the administration may
be back later to ask for more money.
Motion to amend carried.
Original motion as amended carried.
The Executive requested at the Finance Committee meeting that the following item
be added:
7. NOR -SELL CONTRACT
Van Zanten said she brought the contract to the Finance Committee. It
would authorize leasing the physical structure beginning July 1 for three years,
and allowing the contractor to assume the license for the beds and assume full
management. The County's responsibility to the staff will be concluded, and the
county will act only as landlord of the building. The county will receive
$213,000 in three years. She praised the following people for their work on
this project: Tom Sutberry, Terry Unger, Dewey Desler, and Dave Cottingham.
Minutes, 6 -1 -89, Page 4
Warner said the contract was received at the Finance Committee meeting and
was discussed with the Executive at that time. Finance agreed to recommend this
contract be authorized. He noted that if the state Department of Social and
Health Services imposes additional requirements on the physical structure of
Nor -Bell, the county will be responsible for the cost. However, it may pass
those costs on to Regency Health Care through the rent for Nor -Bell.
WARNER MOVED THAT THE EXECUTIVE BE AUTHORIZED TO ENTER INTO THIS CONTRACT.
There was some discussion.
Motion carried.
8. EXECUTIVEIS REPORT
Engineering Honors: Van Zanten congratulated Ed Henken on his good work,
noting that the County has once again received a certificate of good standing
from the state.
Lummi Ferry Report: She said in 1987 and 1988 the fees for using the
Lummi Ferry exceeded 55 percent of the operating costs, so at this point she
does not recommend an increase in the rates.
Monthly Road Report: On file; no discussion.
Court Commissioner Cost Analysis: Budget Director Tom Sutberry prepared
the analysis. He found that more resources would help, but that costs to pay
salaries, for office space and equipment and a hearings room would be needed.
It was agreed that this would be discussed at a future Committee of the Whole
meeting.
Solid Waste Report: Of particular interest in the report was a chart
showing "waste volume surges" caused by incinerator closures, etc. Van Zanten
said it makes it very difficult to manage the landfill and it depletes the
available capacity. She said Cedarville has had its problems, but urged Council
members to praise the landfill employees, not always criticize them, because
they are doing the best job they can.
Not included in the written report (although later she submitted a memo
for Council records, with a copy of her notes; on file) were comments about the
disposal of dead animals at the landfill, which violates County Code. She said
Dr. Jones feels dead animals are properly disposed of at the landfill, and that
a solution needs to be found. Daily cover still has been a problem, but crews
are sometimes being worked overtime in order to get it done. In the next week
she said she would make a directive that the landfill be closed at 3 :30 p.m.,
in order that proper covering will take place. She is having staff look into
fencing the entire landfill, at a cost of about $50,000; she said the Council
would need to commit to spending that kind of money. She also noted that the
hydrogeologic and DSHS reports are not yet available.
The siting of a new landfill is slow, although nine sites are being
examined closely. Staff is arranging to get options on all the properties, so
that the County can have up to 12 months to examine them and select three for
environmental impact statements. All the cities in the county have been
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contacted about signing the interlocal agreements.
*SPECIAL DEPARTMENT REPORT*
ROGER DESPAIN, DIRECTOR, WHATCOM COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION (TOPICS
INCLUDE THE 1989/90 LEVY EXPENDITURES, PARKS AND RECREATION
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, REPORT ON PROGRAMS, ETC.)
DeSpain distributed packets of information about the Parks Department to
go along with his presentation. The packet is on file under PARKS. Topics he
addressed included:
1. Parks and Senior levy project priorities
2. Key dates in the preparation of the comprehensive plan
3. Sumas library and senior center project
4. Senior center additions
5. Various programs and festivals coming this summer.
OPEN SESSION
John Liebrant
Henry Street /Cedarville
Van Zanten brags about what a good job her staff is doing, even though the
county has been breaking the law for years, he said. He noted that he didn't
hear her thanking the Cedarville citizens for their diligence in pointing out
problems at Cedarville, and for all the trouble they've gone through. He said
he would like to address his comments to Van Zanten, but she had "run off
again." Hansey told him to please direct his comments to the Council. Liebrant
said he would like to get his own samples of water from the test wells at
Cedarville and have tests conducted on his own.
Warren Webb
Chairman, American Red Cross (no address)
Expressed his disappointment in the decision about the youth diversion
contracts. He understood his comments would have no affect on the decision, but
he wanted it pointed out that there have never been complaints made about the
performance of Red Cross, and he didn't think it was fair to make a change due
to problems that don't in fact exist.
Ron Morgan
Lake Whatcom Watershed resident (no address)
Requested that the Council place a discussion of various forest practices
being applied for by Trillium and others on the next agenda, because he would
like a chance to talk to the Council about them.
Warner said staff has been working on forest practices applications, and
that he thought it would be appropriate to a discussion at a future meeting.
Barbara Brenner
5617 Northwest Road
Commented about dead animals at the landfill. Also asked that the Council
support the proposed study by the Utilities and Transportation Commission to
have the county covered by one phone system, which would eliminate long distance
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charges in some cases. She noted that after 5 p.m. county residents can only
reach the Council Office by calling long distance. She had put together a
resolution the Council could consider that stated its support; she read it into
the record but did not submit a copy.
Gordon Parberry
340 Marine Drive
Lives on Eldridge Industrial site. Said his property was zoned for heavy
industrial use, but the setbacks only leave him with a tiny spot of land to work
with. He would like to be down -zoned to light industrial, but doesn't want to
spend $1000 to get it done. He asked if It could be considered a county error,
and therefore wouldn't cost him.
Hansey asked Planning Director Dan Taylor to look into it. Taylor said
he would address the situation at the next Planning and Development Committee.
There was a problem with the sound system; Hansey jokingly moved that the
Council buy a new sound system.
Art Hyatt
No address
Regarding the postponement of consideration of the ANWR resolution: Once
again the Council has subverted the public process because of corporate
interest, Hyatt said. Just because ARCO manager Fielding Formway contributes
to the campaigns of Council members is no reason to give in, he said. He urged
a moratorium on development in the Lake Whatcom Watershed.
Jim Maricle
Cedarville Road
He criticized Van Zan ten for leaving the meeting immediately of ter the
Executive Items were completed. He asked why the contractor hadn't already
narrowed the number of potential landfi I I locations to one, instead of going
through the tedious process being followed now.
HEARING AND FINAL CONSIDERATION
1. RESOLUTION TO SELL PROPERTY ACQUIRED BY COUNTY ON TAX FORECLOSURE
This resolution was called "request number 16" and included three lots in
Sudden Valley. Hansey opened the hearing; there was no testimony; the hearing
was closed. Warner reported that Finance reviewed and recommended approval of
the resolution.
WARNER MOVED THE RESOLUTION BE APPROVED.
Motion carried.
FINAL CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
1. MODIFYING RESOLUTION 88 -12, WHICH STATED THE COUNCIL'S INTENT TO
SUPPORT RESPONSIBLE DEVELOPMENT OF OIL PRODUCTION iN THE ARCTIC
NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, IN ORDER TO FURTHER EMPHASIZE THE
COUNCIL'S ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
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Warner asked if he could make a brief comment in response to Art Hyatt's
statements during open session. He noted that the Council always postpones
matters so that interested people can attend, if it gets such requests.
Fielding Formway's office requested that he be given the opportunity to be
present when the ANWR resolution is discussed. The Council was merely extending
a courtesy to a citizen; Mr. Formway "is not buying us off," Warner said.
2. ORDINANCE REVISING THE 1989 CURRENT EXPENSE FUND, NON- DEPARTMENTAL
APPROPRIATION THEREIN FOR CONTINGENCY PAYOUT PURPOSES
Warner reported that several retirements are coming soon, and at least one
employee had accrued a significant amount of money in an account. This will
provide for payments to those individuals. Finance reviewed and recommended
adoption of the ordinance, Warner said.
WARNER MOVED TO ADOPT THE ORDINANCE.
Motion carried unanimously (5 -0).
3. ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE WHATCOM COUNTY TREASURER TO CREDIT A
DEPOSIT MADE UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 83 -5
When Mr. Waisman withdrew from the bid for 300 plus Sudden Valley
properties, his $17,000 deposit remained in the County's coffers. He would like
to apply a portion of the $17,000 to the purchase of the 202 lots now being put
up for sale (see 6/15 hearing), with the remaining money refunded. Warner said
Finance decided not to bring this ordinance forward for consideration, although
the decision was not unanimous. The arguments in favor of the ordinance noted
that the purpose of the $50 per lot fee is to pay for the service of putting the
properties up for sale. The service cost is no different for one lot than it
is for 350. However, there is no obligation on the county's part to refund the
money.
No one chose to make a positive motion. The ordinance died.
4. ORDINANCE REVISING THE 1989 REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND
Warner noted that last year the Council approved money for a water project
in the Cherry Point area. All of the money wasn't spent in 1988, nor was the
job finished. So this year Ray Weden, the contracting engineer, would like to
use the leftover money plus $10,000 for further extension of water services.
Finance reviewed and recommended approval, he said.
WARNER MOVED TO ADOPT THE ORDINANCE.
Motion carried unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
1. REGARDING OLIVINE CORP. PERMIT RENEWAL APPLICATION: A MOTION TO
SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT ADVISORY
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COMMITTEE TO TAKE COMMENT ON THE APPLICATION, AND REPORT ON ITS
FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS MATTER TO THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE
AND TO THE HEALTH OFFICER (PER WCC 24.06.052) PRIOR TO JUNE 30
Hansey noted that this is the first time the Council would be acting as
the Health Board. He said the Health Board would receive this application and
request the Health Department Advisory Committee to have a public hearing on the
matter.
Warner noted that although the HDAC would have the hearing, it would not
be issuing the permit; that is the duty of the Executive and the Health Officer.
Hansey asked if there was an objection. There was none.
2. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND THE CITY OF
BELLINGHAM (SAME TOPIC AS ABOVE) (SEE ITEM 3 UNDER INTRODUCTION)
Postponed until June 8.
3. DISCUSSION OF PROCEDURES FOR CONDUCT IN OPEN SESSIONS
No discussion.
4. APPOINTMENT TO THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION TO FILL V I R G I N I A WALSH'
POS I TI ON
WARNER NOMINATED EDNA JORGENSON TO FILL THE VACANCY (there were no other
applicants).
Motion carried unanimously.
5. DISCUSSION - SUGGESTION BOX FOR COUNTY EMPLOYEES
Warner noted that at the Council's retreat in January, it was decided that
a suggestion box would be useful. The Executive has said it could be mounted
in the Courthouse lobby, so that anyone can put suggestions in it. He said
staff could sort through the messages, passing some along to the Executive, some
to the Council. If a county employee makes a cost - saving suggestion, Warner
said he personally would be happy to chip in money from his own pocket to reward
the employee, or to allow the person to use a Council parking space for 30 days.
Johnson said he thought it was a great idea, but said he would IIke to see
a suggestion box in every department; he also said the Park Department should
build the box, rather than the Council paying a private citizen to build one
(Jackson had solicited a bid from a local carpenter for a box costing $40).
Warner said the Chairman should be authorized to have one made by the best
possible source. As for putting one box in the lobby versus one in every
department, Warner said one centrally located box would allow employees to make
suggestions anonymously.
Hansey said he would check with the Parks department to see if one box
could be built.
Burton said the suggestion box idea is "silly and sophomoric" because if
people have suggestions they "know the avenues."
Warner said most major corporations have suggestion boxes and they are
looked on as an effective means of communication. If taken seriously, they can
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be a good thing. There was no further discussion.
INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES ( *CONSENT ITEMS)
1. RESOLUTION RE HEARING AND NOTICE OF HEARING ON SALE OF COUNTY TAX
TITLE PROPERTY, REQUEST NO. 19
Warner noted that these are the so- called "unbulldable" lots In Sudden
Valley. Finance reviewed and recommended approval.
WARNER MOVED THAT THE RESOLUTION BE APPROVED.
Motion carried.
2. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING COUNTY ROAD PROJECT 99178 AND THE AWARD OF
CONTRACT FOR RELOCATION OF NORTH SHORE ROAD
WARNER MOVED THAT THE RESOLUTION BE APPROVED.
Motion carried.
3. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SITE LOCATION OF THE JUVENILE DETENTION
FACILITIES (PAPER WILL BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE MEETING)
Postponed until June 8.
Items 4 -12 were introduced by consent and referred to the appropriate
committees.
4. *RESOLUTION TO SELL PROPERTY, REQUEST NO. 19
5. *ORDINANCE REVISING WHATCOM COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH FUND APPROPRIATION
FOR PLANNING GRANT
6. *ORDINANCE REVISING THE 1989 CURRENT EXPENSE FUND, PLANNING
DEPARTMENT APPROPRIATION THEREIN
7. *ORDINANCE REVISING THE 1989 CURRENT EXPENSE FUND, NON- DEPARTMENTAL
APPROPRIATION THEREIN FOR CLOSEOUT OF NOR -BELL CARE CENTER FUND
8. *ORDINANCE REVISING THE 1989 CURRENT EXPENSE FUND AND COUNT PARKS
AND RECREATION FUND APPROPRIATIONS FOR BOAT PATROL
9. *ORDINANCE REVISING THE 1989 CURRENT EXPENSE FUND, PROSECUTING
ATTORNEYIS BUDGET THEREIN
104 *ORDINANCE REVISING THE 1989 INDEPENDENT FUND PHYSICAL PLANT AND
FACILITIES CAPITAL BUDGET THEREIN
11. *ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE 867 -88, AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING
WHATCOM COUNTY FERRY RATES (PAPERWORK WILL BE TO YOU TUESDAY, MAY
29)
Minutes, 6-1 -89, Page 10
12. *ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TEXT OF TITLE 20, THE OFFICIAL WHATCOM
COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR LIMITED TRANSIENT
ACCOMMODATIONS IN PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE URBAN RESIDENTIAL
AND URBAN RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM DENSITY ZONES
REPORTS AND OTHER ITEMS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
Testimony - Health Department Advisory Committee Meetings: Warner asked
if the-Council could authorize the HDAC to have fact - finding hearings, taking
sworn testimony from both county employees and private citizens.
WARNER MOVED THE REQUEST ATTORNEY JACK SWANSON TO DETERMINE WHETHER A
CREDIBLE DETERRENT EXISTS FOR THE COUNTY'S VIOLATION OF HEALTH DEPARTMENT
REGULATIONS, OR DO CIVIL PENALTIES MERELY GET TRANSFERRED FROM ONE BUDGET TO
ANOTHER; HE ASKED SWANSON TO REPORT BACK TO THE HDAC.
Hansey said if this requires an interpretation of the charter the
Prosecuting Attorney's Office should carry out this request. He said he does
not know if the Council can delegate its subpeona powers. There was discussion.
Johnson suggested that the three Council members on the HDAC could exercise the
Council's subpeona powers. Warner noted that Johnson's point was a good one,
but that a letter from Randy Watts and /or Jack Swanson would help clarify
matters.
WARNER AMENDED HIS MOTION SO THAT SWANSON WILL BE ASKED ABOUT THE
DETERRENT FOR COUNTY VIOLATIONS, AND WATTS WILL BE ASKED TO COMMENT ON THE
COUNCIL'S ABILITY TO DELEGATE SUBPEONA POWERS.
There was consensus.
County Phone System: Warner said Brenner's comments about the phone
system were good ones. It is aggravating to call from Squalicum Lake Road to
Blaine without charge, yet pay for a toll call to a place two miles away. He
said It would be a good idea for the Council to urge the Utilities and
Transportation Commission to look into unifying the County under one phone
system.
WARNER SO MOVED.
Vanderpol concurred, said another disadvantage to the present phone system
is that businesses must advertise in three yellow pages directories in order to
reach all areas of the County.
Motion carried, with Johnson abstaining from the vote.
Public Address System:
HANSEY MOVED THAT THE COUNCIL FORMALLY REQUEST THAT THE ADMINISTRATION
INVESTIGATE THE POSSIBILITY OF REPLACING THE P.A. SYSTEM IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AND THAT THE ADMINISTRATION BRING FORWARD ITS RECOMMENDATION TO THE COUNCIL IN
30 DAYS.
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Motion carried.
Free Garbage- Dumping Privileges: Johnson reported that for years the
County has allowed the Deming Logging Show organizers to dump garbage from that
event for free at Cedarville. This year the administration wants to charge
them. He said the Logging Show people should be allowed to dump garbage for
free.
Hansey said the city of Bellingham and the small cities got a letter from
Public Works announcing that there would be a dumping fee for all garbage
gathered during the annual spring clean up this year. There was more
discussion. Hansey noted that it may not be within the Council's jurisdiction
to do anything about this.
Warner pointed out that if one non- profit group is allowed to dump without
charge, then all of them would have a basis for not paying garbage fees. Hansey
said he would look into the situation.
Council recessed at 9 :15 into Executive Session to discuss two topics:
Pending litigation and a briefing of the Robert Frost appeal. They returned
after 15 minutes.
OTHER BUSINESS
6. APPEAL OF REVOCATION ORDER, CU 48 -85 ROBERT FROST, 5602 GUIDE
MERIDIAN - BUILDINGS AND CODE RECOMMENDATION
BURTON MOVED TO REMAND THIS APPEAL TO THE HEARING EXAMINER, IN ViEW OF
NEWLY- RECEIVED INFORMATION.
Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
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Ramona Reeves, Council Clerk onald G. an y, Chairman