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CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 25,2001
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Larry Harbison called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers.
II. ROLL CALL
Other members answering roll were Bernie Arthur and Frank Benskin. Jim Irvin,
Karen Erickson, Christine Ota, and Jerry Spieckerman were excused. BCD staff
members present were Jeff Randall and John McDonagh.
III. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA
Motion to accept the agenda was made by Mr. Arthur and seconded by Mr.
Benskin. All were in favor.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. McDonagh indicated that since the minutes of November 30,2000 had not
been included in Commission packets, they would therefore be reviewed for approval at
the next meeting.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS - There was none.
VI. NEW BUSINESS -- Workshop: Discussion of the following Code Amendments:
A. Chapter 20.01 - Administration of Land Use Regulations
Background: The proposed changes would alter the way in which BCD
processed Type III land use applications. As proposed, all Type III applications would
be subject to a public hearing before the Hearing Examiner, rather than the Planning
Commission.
Mr. Arthur stated he was satisfied with the information as presented. Discussion
followed regarding the benefits of a Hearing Examiner. Mr. Randall pointed out the new
role of the Planning Commission would allow the Commission to do more long-range
planning. He noted that the new Hearing Examiner has a good record, and he felt he
would do a good job. Mr. McDonagh stated he would brief those members who are
absent on the changes to the appeal process suggested by City Attorney Watts before the
public hearing now scheduled for February 22, 2001.
B. Chapter 18 - Land Division
Background: The proposed amendments to Chapter 18 would provide longer
time frames for submittal and approval of final plats and short plats.
Discussion covered pitfalls that now exist and proposals for remedy. Mr.
McDonagh noted the need to accommodate existing development. Both Mr. Benskin and
Mr. Arthur stated they felt the changes were well done.
. C. Chapter 17 - Wireless Facilities
Background: The proposed amendment to Chapter 17.78 is being sought to
exempt certain types of next generation wireless antennas from review under the city's
code.
Discussion included disposal of outdated equipment and questioning regulation
other than for health and safety. Mr. McDonagh spoke of changing technology and the
probability of recurring need to come back for further changes.
VII. UPCOMING MEETINGS
February 22,2001 - Public Hearings for Amendments to Chapters 20.01 and 18
VIII. COMMUNICATIONS - Current Mail
The Peninsula Planner, January 2001
Chair Harbison suggested regarding any available conferences that the
Commission identify areas of interest. Mr. Arthur expressed his interest in SEP A laws.
Further discussion regarding SEP A laws followed.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Mr. Arthur and seconded by Mr.
Benskin. All were in favor. The meeting adjourned at 8:14 P.M.
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Larry Har'bison, Chair
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Sheila Avis, Minute Taker
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