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WHATCOM COUNTY COUNCIL
Regular County Council Meeting
August 8, 2017
CALL TO ORDER
Council Chair Barry Buchanan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, Washington.
ROLL CALL
Present: Barbara Brenner, Satpal Sidhu, Carl Weimer, Todd Donovan, Rud
Browne and Barry Buchanan.
Absent: Ken Mann.
FLAG SALUTE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. RESOLUTION VACATING A PORTION OF CHETS ROAD (AB2017 -215)
Andrew Hester, Public Works Department, gave a staff report and answered
questions about ownership of adjoining properties.
Buchanan opened the public hearing, and hearing no one, closed the public hearing.
Brenner moved to approve the resolution.
The motion was seconded.
The motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: None (0)
Nays: Brenner, Sidhu, Browne, Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (6)
Absent: Mann (1)
2. ORDINANCE GRANTING MOBILITIE, LLC, A NON - EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE
FOR THE PROVISION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES (AB2017 -216)
Buchanan opened the public hearing, and hearing no one, closed the public hearing.
Brenner moved to adopt the ordinance.
The motion was seconded.
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The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Brenner, Sidhu, Browne, Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: , Mann (1)
OPEN SESSION
The following people spoke:
• Leslie Honcoop, Whatcom County Farm Bureau President, spoke about the
comments they submitted regarding The Critical Areas Ordinance and
Comprehensive Plan and about not overtaxing farmers.
• Yoshi Ravelle spoke about changing personal habits to make a positive impact
on global climate change.
CONSENT AGENDA
Browne reported for the Finance and Administrative Services Committee and
moved to approve Consent Agenda items one through nine.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Brenner, Sidhu, Browne, Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Mann (1)
1. REQUEST APPROVAL FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO AUTHORIZE
PURCHASE OF AN ELECTRONIC SITUATIONAL STATUS DISPLAY SYSTEM FOR
THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FROM SOLE
SOURCE VENDOR, THE RESPONSE GROUP, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$52,671 (AB2017 -236)
2. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND KPFF CONSULTING
ENGINEERS TO PERFORM AN ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS TO ESTABLISH A
NEW LEVEL OF SERVICE FOR THE LUMMI ISLAND FERRY SYSTEM, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $322,119 (AB2017 -249)
3. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND RESPEC CONSULTING
SERVICES FOR THE LAKE WHATCOM HYDROLOGICAL MODEL REVIEW, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $49,990 (AB2017 -237)
4. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO AN
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND
WASHINGTON MILITARY DEPARTMENT FOR MUTUAL AID ASSISTANCE
THROUGH BOTH THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE COMPACT
(EMAC) AND THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
ARRANGEMENT (PNEMA) (AB2017 -238)
S. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND NORTHWEST EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES DISTRICT 189 TO PROVIDE SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER
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PREVENTION SERVICES WITHIN THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN WHATCOM
COUNTY IN ORDER TO IMPROVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OUTCOMES, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $121,000 (AB2017 -239)
6. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT AMENDMENT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND BLAINE SCHOOL
DISTRICT TO PROVIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$113,400, FOR A TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $293,400 (AB2017 -240)
7. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND WASHINGTON STATE
DEPARTMENT OF EARLY LEARNING TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY HOME
VISITING SERVICES TO HIGH -RISK FAMILIES USING THE NURSE FAMILY
PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM MODEL FOR PURPOSES OF IMPROVING OUTCOMES
FOR PARTICIPANTS AND STRENGTHENING COORDINATION OF SERVICES,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $335,525.81 (AB2017 -241)
8. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT AMENDMENT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND KIBBLE &
PRENTICE, A USI COMPANY, FOR BENEFIT CONSULTING SERVICES FOR A
THREE -YEAR PERIOD (2018- 2020), IN THE AMOUNT OF $174,175 (AB2017-
242)
9. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND GERALDINE COLEMAN, SCOTT
MAWSON, MARGARET MAWSON, AND PENNY HENDERSON TO PROVIDE
LEGAL REPRESENTATION TO CHILDREN IN DEPENDENCY PROCEEDINGS, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $103,996.80 ANNUALLY (AB2017 -243)
OTHER ITEMS
1. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT BETWEEN WHATCOM COUNTY AND CASCADIA LAW GROUP PLLC
TO REPRESENT WHATCOM COUNTY AND TO CONDUCT THE STUDY AND MAKE
RECOMMENDATIONS REQUIRED BY WHATCOM COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN POLICY 2CC -16 REGARDING THE CHERRY POINT UGA (AB2017 -234)
Browne reported for the Finance and Administrative Services Committee and
moved to approve the request.
Councilmembers spoke about engaging this law firm, supporting the industry at
Cherry Point, having the tools necessary to protect public health and safety, and working
with the industries to resolve concerns.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Sidhu, Browne, Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (5)
Nays: Brenner (1)
Absent: Mann (1)
2. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WHATCOM COUNTY BUDGET, NINTH REQUEST,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $148,625 (AB2017 -229)
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Browne reported for the Finance and Administrative Services Committee and
moved to adopt the ordinance.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Brenner, Sidhu, Browne, Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Mann (1)
3. ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE SPEED LIMIT ON A PORTION OF THE
NORTH SHORE ROAD (AB2017 -196A)
Brenner reported for the Public Works, Health, and Safety Committee stated this item
is held in Committee.
4. COUNCIL TO APPOINT ONE OF ITS MEMBERS TO SERVE ON THE
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (AB2017 -124A)
Brenner moved to appoint Brenner.
The motion was seconded.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Brenner, Sidhu, Browne, Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Mann (1)
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
1. APPOINTMENT TO THE WHATCOM COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
(DISTRICT 2 REPRESENTATIVE), APPLICANT: JOHN BRUTON (AB2017 -224)
Browne moved to nominate and appoint.
The motion was seconded.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Brenner, Sidhu, Browne, Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Mann (1)
INTRODUCTION ITEMS
Browne moved to accept Introduction Items one through five.
The motion was seconded.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Brenner, Sidhu, Browne, Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (6)
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Mann (1)
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1. ORDINANCE AMENDING WHATCOM COUNTY CODE 8.13, SOLID WASTE
DISPOSAL DISTRICT, REGARDING THE SOLID WASTE EXCISE PRIVILEGE
TAX (AB2017 -244)
2. ORDINANCE REPEALING WHATCOM COUNTY CODE 8.14, GARBAGE PASS -
THROUGH FEE, IN ITS ENTIRETY (AB2017 -245)
3. ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE TRIAGE CENTER EXPANSION FUND AND
ESTABLISHING A PROJECT BASED BUDGET FOR THE TRIAGE CENTER
EXPANSION PROJECT (AB2017 -246)
4. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WHATCOM COUNTY BUDGET, TENTH REQUEST,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $197,253 (AB2017 -247)
5. ORDINANCE AMENDING WHATCOM COUNTY CODE TITLE 20 ZONING AND
THE WHATCOM COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN RELATING TO CUMULATIVE
IMPERVIOUS SURFACE COVERAGE STANDARDS (AB2017 -195)
COMMITTEE REPORTS, OTHER ITEMS, AND COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES
Donovan reported for the Natural Resources Committee.
DISCUSSION WITH WHATCOM COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS REGARDING POTENTIAL
FUNDING SOURCES FOR LAKE WHATCOM PROGRAMS (AB2017 -251)
Donovan reported for the Natural Resources Committee and moved to recommend
to the full Council to request the Public Works Department to create and present to the
Council a proposed framework for a flood subzone or stormwater utility in the Lake
Whatcom watershed, and the Council will determine details once they know how many
parcels would be in the district.
Councilmembers discussed whether there should be an exemption for people within
the district who can demonstrate they don't contribute to the problem.
The motion carried by the following
Ayes: Brenner, Sidhu, Browne,
Nays: None (0)
Absent: Mann (1)
vote:
Buchanan, Weimer and Donovan (6)
Buchanan reported for the Committee of the Whole and Special Committee of the
Whole meetings.
Brenner reported for the Public Works, Health, and Safety Committee.
Weimer reported for the Planning and Development Committee.
Councilmembers gave updates on recent and upcoming activities and events.
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ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m.
The County Council approved these minutes on September 26, 2017.
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