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HomeMy WebLinkAbout050514CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING OF MAY 5, 2014 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Port Townsend City Council met in regular session on May 5, 2014 in the Council Chambers at 540 Water Street. Mayor David King called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Pamela Adams, Robert Gray, David King, Kris Nelson, Catharine Robinson, Michelle Sandoval, and Deborah Stinson. Staff members present were City Manager David Timmons, City Attorney John Watts, Deputy City Clerk Joanna Sanders, Public Works Director Ken Clow, City Engineer David Peterson, and Community Services Director Rick Sepler. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA There were none.. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Public comment Addison Winslow commented on the free speech ordinance and encouraged the City to issue a press release. City staff response Mayor King urged Mr. Winslow to contact the City Attorney to discuss any issues or ask questions about Ordinances 3091 and 3092. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants Vouchers123279 through 123298 in the amount of $10,086.06 Vouchers 123378 through 123386 in the amount of $237,792.22 Approval of Minutes: April 21, 2014 City Council Business Meeting May 5, 2014 Page 1 of 6 Advisory Board Appointments - Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Dave Robison (Collector Position) - Term expires May 1, 2017; Sherri Hanke (At Large Position) - Term expires May 1, 2017; and Teresa Verraes (Ex - officio, Non-voting Position) - Term expires May 1, 2017. Resolution 14-017, Authorizing the City Manager to Sign a Supply Contract with Jones Chemicals, Inc. to Provide Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals Resolution 14-018, Authorizing the City Manager to Sign a Public Works Contract with Stripe Rite of Sumner, Washington, for the 2014 Striping Project Resolution 14-019, Authorizing the City Manager to Sign Contract Amendments with HDR Engineering for the Design of Critical Drinking Water Facilities, Including Off -Site Utilities and Road Improvements, the 5 Million Gallon Reservoir and the 30% Design of the Water Treatment Facility Motion: Deborah Stinson moved to approve the consent agenda. Kris Nelson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING 2014 Comprehensive Plan Docket Mayor King read the rules for the public hearing. Ms. Robinson disclosed that she lives in the neighborhood of the one of the rezones. She also noted that some months ago, a neighbor gave her some petition information and a neighbor also phoned about the same matter. Ms. Nelson disclosed that she also has tenants in one of the houses. Senior Planner Judy Surber reviewed the three suggested amendments before Council for consideration for addition to the 2014 Comprehensive Plan Docket. She presented criteria to be considered when reviewing proposed amendments. She briefed Council on the following proposed amendments: Add Fort Worden Goal and Policy; Parkside Park Rezone; Beech Street Property Rezone and Transfer of Development Rights. She reviewed the Planning Commission recommendation versus the transfer of development rights as proposed by the citizen petition. She explained disadvantages to keeping the transfer of development rights language. Public Comment: City Council Business Meeting May 5, 2014 Page 2 of 6 Rick Jahnke described the population segments depicted in the census map included in his written comments. The material supported his proposal for adding a park. John Mericle commented on the Beech Street rezone. He described the froggy forest wetland and asked for a rezone of Public Infrastructure (P-1) to Parks and Open Space (P -OS). Barbara Sjoholm spoke in support of the Beech Street rezone because the slope protects property from rain that fills their yards. Betsy Howell spoke in support of the Beech Street rezone as a wildlife area, supporting various species. Robbie Metzger spoke, as a builder, in support of the rezone due to the challenges of developing the property for affordable housing. Jim Todd spoke in support of the rezone and no development of the site. Alison Capener spoke in support of the Beech Street Rezone due to the steep slope of the property and the maintenance of the wildlife area. Staff responded to Council questions on the following: despite the appearance in the aerial photograph of Beech Street, there are no improvements or structures on the City property. It is believed the City acquired the property as a remnant from a plat dedication. Staff noted that many questions would be discussed and investigated once the items are docketed such as if there would be missed infrastructure opportunities if designation were changed. It was noted that there was not a formal application related to the Fort Worden item because that was proposed by staff. The desire was to have the City Comprehensive Plan aligned with that of the Fort. There was also a request to distinguish between the terms "low-income" versus "affordable housing" related to the Beech Street rezone. Staff clarified that the Planning Commission recommendation was not to docket the transfer of development rights. There was also explanation of other properties listed as potential surplus. There being no additional public comment for purposes of clarification, the Public Hearing was closed. Motion: Kris Nelson moved to approve Adoption of the 2014 Comprehensive Plan and Docket. Catharine Robinson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS City Council Business Meeting May 5, 2014 Page 3 of 6 Authorization to Execute a Memorandum of Agreement with the Port Townsend School District Community Collaboration (School and Public Libraries) City Manager David Timmons recommended approval of this agreement as revised and approved by the School Board. There was no public comment. Motion: Catharine Robinson moved to authorize the City Manager to Execute a Memorandum of Agreement with the Port Townsend School District Community Collaboration (School and Public Libraries) with the typographic error correction on page two. Kris Nelson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS Resolution 14-020, Adopting a Public Participation Program for the City's 2016 Periodic Update to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Development Regulations Pursuant to Chapter 36.70A.140 RCW Community Services Director Rick Sepler talked about staffs proposal to better engage residents in their participation. A scope of work and methodology are being developed, but the intent is to broadly engage the public. Addison Winslow had questions on the public participation process. Staff encouraged him to review packet materials and contact staff with questions. There was a question of whether the City intended to utilize a mobile kiosk because it was eliminated under one section of the attachment. There was Council support for having a kiosk. Some additional discussion ensued about survey tools and the associated costs. Motion: Kris Nelson moved to approve Resolution 14-020, Adopting a Public Participation Program for the City's 2016 Periodic Update to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Development Regulations Pursuant to Chapter 36.70A.140 RCW (with minor changes as mentioned to Exhibit A.) Deborah Stinson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Resolution 14-021, Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Application to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for a Rural Development Grant and Low -Interest Loan to Fund Critical Drinking Water Facilities City Council Business Meeting May 5, 2014 Page 4 of 6 City Engineer David Peterson reviewed that this project has been before Council at previous meetings. This item is intended to provide an opportunity to accept public comment on this project. The City is also applying for low- interest loans to both the Public Works Trust Fund and the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. Staff would be preparing FAQs on the water system and it should soon be available on the City website. Council asked to see the FAQ document before it is posted. Mr. Timmons briefly talked about City eligibility requirements and other financing being sought to support this project. Mr. Peterson also explained that the adopted rates were for the UV system and reservoir repairs. The goal in seeking the grants is to avoid the planned rate increase in 2018. Motion: Deborah Stinson moved to approve Resolution 14-021, Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Application to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for a Rural Development Grant and Low -Interest Loan to Fund Critical Drinking Water Facilities Kris Nelson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Resolution 14-022, Authorizing the Mayor to Approve City Manager Leave and Other Requests, and Amending Current Practice to Provide for the City Council to Approve City Manager Out -Of -State Travel Requests Mr. Timmons noted that this item is before Council to formalize the approval of City Manager expenses which is done by the Mayor with the addition of approval authorization by Council for City Manager out-of-state travel. Patrick Moore spoke about the need for improved policies related for travel. During Council discussion, there was a desire to distinguish personal from business travel. Other questions were whether the mayor currently has authority without Council authorization and if out-of-state Council travel should be addressed in the policies. Motion: Catharine Robinson moved to approve Resolution 14-022, Authorizing the Mayor to Approve City Manager Leave and Other Requests, and Amending Current Practice to Provide for the City Council to Approve City Manager Out -Of -State Travel Requests (with amendments to specify "City -related.') Robert Gray seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT Mr. King reported on the following: - U.S. Navy communication on the Final Supplemental EIS -Whidbey Island Naval Air Station on home basing P -8A squadrons - Attendance at Friday bike event for the Recyclery City Council Business Meeting May 5, 2014 Page 5 of 6 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Timmons reported on the following: - Reached agreement with the County on Arrow Lumber's limited retail space - Letter to Port Townsend Business Park property owners association requesting a plan for how to address cleanup of open areas. - Upper Sims and Howard Street development interest - Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding may relocate to Point Hudson - Bicycle tour with Non -Motorized chair Scott Walker. A transportation benefit district may be an alternative investigated locally for local road issues needing attention. - May 12 workshop agenda review - Deborah Stinson encouraged other Councilmembers to attend a City water tour SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT OR FUTURE AGENDA, REGULAR MEETING AND/OR STUDY SESSION There were none. There were none. COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:08 p.m. Attest: z . ' Pamela Kolacy, MMC City Clerk City Council Business Meeting May 5, 2014 Page 6 of 6