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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/19/94 Unsigned MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1994 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this Nineteenth day of December, 1994, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Bill Davidson, Dan Harpole, Julie McCulloch, Diane Perry-Thompson, Ted Shoulberg, Robert Sokol. Councilmember Sheila Westerman was excused. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, Police Chief Jim Newton, City Attorney Tim McMahan, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. INTRODUCTIONS AND/OR RECOGNITIONS Mr Clise proclaimed December 19, 1994, to be David A Grove Day in recognition and appreciation for Mr Grove's 17 years of dedicated and loyal service to the community. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember McCulloch made a motion to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote. Approval of the following Bills and Claims: 010 Current Expense $ 32,463 .03 094 Garbage 35,858.90 110 Street 5,435.67 120 Library 563.04 130 Park 249.83 150 Hotel/Motel 14,468.82 170 Emergency Medical Services 1,846.15 180 Capital Improvement 1,207.98 300 94 Storm Financial Planning 1,088.02 302 94 Storm -Master Plan Imp 13.64 307 94 Storm Geographical Info Sys 340.89 309 94 Stormwater Master Plan 12.02 310 92 Waste Water Treatment Plant Const 11,005.41 312 94 WWT Treatment Plant Comp 667.62 330 93 Water Quality Improvements 29,889,.36 331 94 Water System -Tri Area CT Comp 1,032.61 333 94 Water System -Standpipe 8,535.84 335 94 Water System -City CT Compliance 23,700.48 336 94 Water System -County Improvement 7, 799.02 340 93 GO Bond Projects 957.39 370 F.A.U.S. Construction Project 1,562.14 371 94 San Juan Ave Improvements 100.00 411 Water-Sewer 58,233.63 412 Storm and Surface Water 1,399.18 500 Equipment Rental 19,822.82 610 Firemen's Pension and Relief 468.14 Total $ 258,721.63 Approval of Appointments: Janet Huck to the Arts Commission Conrad Kuehl to the Civil Service Commission Karen Erickson to the Planning Commission, term to expire 12- 31-98 (second term) . Lisa Enarson to the Planning Commission, term to expire 12-31- 98 (second term) . Approval of Resolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 94-140 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1994, Cont. DONATION OF REAL PROPERTY FROM H. KENNITH CARTER Authorizing Acceptance of Gift of Property from H. Kennith Carter. RESOLUTION NO. 94-141 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND ADOPTING A POLICY OF MAINTAINING A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE Adopting a Policy of Maintaining a Drug-Free Workplace. RESOLUTION NO. 94-142 A RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT A DONATION FROM THE WATER STREET CORPORATION SPECIFICALLY TO PLANT TREES AT THE TIDAL PARK Authorizing Acceptance of a Conditional Donation for Tree Purchase for the Tidal Park. RESOLUTION NO. 94-143 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, AUTHORIZING A LATECOMER UTILITY CONTRACT PURSUANT TO RCW 35.91 Bishop Brothers Construction has constructed or caused to be constructed a 6-inch water line in Old Anderson Lake Road and Pear Street within the service area of the City of Port Townsend. RESOLUTION NO. 94-144 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, AUTHORIZING A LATECOMER UTILITY CONTRACT PURSUANT TO RCW 35.91 John C Swallow has constructed or caused to be constructed a 6-inch water line in Thomas Street within the service area of the City of Port Townsend. Communications: A letter dated December 5, 1994, from Carole Riegle complaining of the policy of assessing a .50 penalty on utility bill accounts was copied for Council. A letter dated December 6, 1994, from Mayor Clise to Robert Hinton, Chair, Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners, extending offer for purchase of County owned property near the Back Alley Tavern and asking that said property be removed from the auction sale was copied for Council. A letter dated December 12, 1994, from Sue Trump, Port Angeles Job Service Administrator, announcing a meeting to be held December 21, 1994, in the commissioners meeting room where a discussion of the local Employment Security Office will take place was copied for Council. A letter dated December 14, 1994, from Mayor Clise to Robert Hinton, Chair, Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners, reiterating offer on property near the Back Alley Tavern and again asking that the property be removed from the auction sale was copied for Council. This concludes the Consent Agenda. PUBLIC COMMENTS MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1994, Cont. Mayor Clise opened the meeting to the Public. There being no questions or comments, Mayor Clise closed the meeting to the Public. PUBLIC HEARINGS Variance Request No 9401-13 - Admiral Marine Works, Inc. Mr Hildt reviewed the Findings of Fact and Conclusions for Variance Request No. 9401-13-Admiral Marine Works, Inc. , of the Planning Commission recommending approval. Mayor Clise opened the Hearing to the Public. There being no comment, Mr Clise closed the Hearing to the Public and turned to Council for disposition. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council approve Variance No. 9401-13, Findings of Fact #1 through #8, Conclusions #1 through #6, which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg and passed unanimously by voice vote after a brief discussion. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITTEE REPORTS Land Use Workgroup. Councilmember Davidson reported that the group had met and refined the goals and policies. Councilmember Davidson announced January 3, 1995, to be the next meeting date. Economic Development. Councilmember Sokol reported that the Committee had met and established a good set of goals/policies. Implementation policies will be addressed from now on. Councilmember Sokol reported that the next meeting date is set for January 4, 1995. Capital Facilities. Councilmember McCulloch announced that the Committee is to meet December 21, 1994, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM. Glue & String. Councilmember Harpole reported that it is hoped to have a summary of meeting notes available to Council for the January 3, 1995, meeting. STANDING/ADHOC COMMITTEE REPORTS Parks Recreation & Properties. Councilmember Harpole reported that the Committee had met and discussed a variety of issues including a proposal of a bronze statue of Chief Chetzemoka to be placed at the Golf Course, the Pope Park Building requests from the Arts Commission and the 35th Street property. Councilmember Harpole set January 5, 1995, at 4:00 PM as the next scheduled meeting. Tourism Advisory. Councilmember Harpole reported on the Memo placed before Council this night from Sheri Robison. Public Safety. Councilmember Sokol reported that he, Chief Newton, Chief Scott, Mr Hildt, Councilmember Harpole and Sergeant Oberlander spent December 14, 1994, interviewing candidates to do a survey for a Public Safety Facility. 4 firms were interviewed and references are now being checked. Utilities. Councilmember Shoulberg set a meeting date of January 6, 1995, at 12:00 Noon in the Council Chambers. Monday, December 23, 1994 is scheduled for a Public Meeting. The Public Hearing set for January 3, 1995, on the storm drainage, was postponed to January 6, 1995. Finance. Councilmember McCulloch reported that the Committee had met and discussed the request made in the Carousel Pavilion Packet that an enclosure be built to house the Carousel and would like to have financial assistance from the City. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1994, Cont. Councilmember McCulloch scheduled a Committee meeting date of January 11, 1995, at Noon. MAYOR'S REPORT Mr Clise reported on the property proposal for the County owned lot by the Back Alley Tavern. Mr Clise reported that he had attended, and is part of, a Steering Committee meeting for Pacific Northwest Wood Products Showcase. A trade show is targeted for February, 1996. STAFF REPORTS Clerk-Treasurer. Mr Grove thanked everyone for the kindness and support shown to him over the years. Mr Grove commented on the monthly financial status reports. Mr Grove reported that per the State Auditor's Office, due to the growth in the City, a yearly audit, instead of every 2 years, will now be conducted. A budget adjustment to allow for an audit in 1995 has been made to the 1995 Budget. Planning & Building. Mr Hildt expressed his appreciation to Mr Grove. Mr Hildt remarked that C L Flint, backup Building Inspector from the State of Washington, had passed his Building Inspection Certification, making him ICBO certified. Mr Flint also certified on the energy code. Attorney. The hearing before Thurston County Superior Court on the City's motion to dismiss the County's GMA Appeal was taken very seriously by the Judge and a decision will be issued on December 30, 1994. The Growth Management Hearings Board did issue a decision following compliance hearings and did find the County's most recent IUGA Ordinance to be out of compliance with the Growth Management Act and has recommended sanctions be imposed by the Governor's Office. PUBLIC COMMENTS/QUESTION Mayor Clise opened the meeting for Public Comments/Questions. There being none, Mayor Clise closed the Public Comment/Questions portion of the meeting. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance Amending Permit and Fee Change. ORDINANCE NO. 2431 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AMENDING THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE AS FOLLOWS: CHAPTER 3.36, PERMIT AND APPLICATION FEES, AMENDING SECTION 3.36.015 FEES-BUILDING AND LAND USE; AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 3.36.018 APPEAL FEES; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 17.64 BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, SECTION 17.64.065 MINOR VARIANCES AND MINOR CONDITIONAL USES- PROCEDURES; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 19.04 STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT, SECTION 19.04.280 APPEALS Mr Hildt explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Davidson made a motion that the first reading MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1994, Cont. be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Perry-Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 2431 which was seconded by Councilmember Davidson and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Ordinance Vacating Alley in Block 47 of Fowler's Park Addition. ORDINANCE NO. 2432 AN ORDINANCE VACATING ALL OF THE ALLEY LOCATED IN BLOCK 47 OF FOWLER'S PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 2 OF PLATS, PAGE 16, RECORDS OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 31 NORTH, RANGE 1 WEST, W.M. SAID JEFFERSON COUNTY; ESTABLISHING CONDITIONS TO THE STREET VACATION; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Mr Hildt explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Perry-Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 2432 which was seconded by McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Final Approval of North Sound Bank, Short Plat #9401-02. Mr Hildt explained the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Short Plat #9401- 02. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council grant final approval of North Sound Bank, Short Plat #9401-02 which was seconded by Shoulberg and passed unanimously voice vote. Port Townsend Business Park PUD Amendment. Mr Hildt explained the amendment. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt the first amendment to Business Park PUD which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg and passed unanimously by voice vote. 1994 Budget Amendment for Park Fund. ORDINANCE NO. 2430 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $5,000 TO THE PARK FUND, MAKING FINDINGS, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Mr Grove explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the second reading be considered the third and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 2430 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Resolution Regarding the Purchase of the Eldridge Home Property. RESOLUTION NO. 94-145 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH ELDRIDGE HOMES, INC. REGARDING THE PURCHASE OF LAND IN THE CITY AND AUTHORIZING THE CLERK-TREASURER TO ISSUE WARRANTS FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE LAND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AGREEMENT MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1994, Cont. Mr Wheeler explained the resolution. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No. 94-145 which was seconded by Shoulberg and passed unanimously voice vote. NEW BUSINESS Ordinance Establishing Positions of City pool Guard, Guard/Teacher, and Pool Manager. Resolution Authorizing Temporary hire for Pool Program Ordinance Establishing Recreation Fees. Mr Wheeler explained the combined ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 2433 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES FOR THE POSITIONS OF CITY POOL GUARD, GUARD/TEACHER, AND POOL MANAGER EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1995 Mr Grove read the ordinance. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Davidson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made the motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 2433 which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Authorizing a Lease Agreement for Rental of the Port Townsend School District Mountain View Elementary School Swimming Pool. RESOLUTION NO. 94-146 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND TO SIGN A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR RENTAL OF THE PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL DISTRICT MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SWIMMING POOL FACILITY EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1995 Mr Wheeler explained the resolution. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No. 94-146 which was seconded by Councilmember Perry-Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolution Approving Prosecuting Attorney Services Contract. Mr McMahan explained the resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 94-147 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH KEITH HARPER TO PROVIDE 1995 CITY MISDEMEANOR PROSECUTION SERVICES Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council approve Resolution No. 94-147 which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg and passed unanimously by voice vote. Ordinance Increasing Water and Sewer Rates. ORDINANCE NO. 2434 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AMENDING THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE AS FOLLOWS: CHAPTER 13.04, SEWER CONNECTION RATES AND CHARGES, REVISING SECTION 13.04.030 SEWER RATES; AND CHAPTER 13.12, WATER SYSTEM AND REGULATIONS, AMENDING SECTION 13.12.220 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1994, Cont. MONTHLY WATER RATES; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 13.26, SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT CHARGES FOR WATER AND SEWER CONNECTIONS, REVISING SECTIONS 13.26.030 WATER SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT CHARGE, AND 13.26.040 SEWER SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT CHARGE Mr Wheeler explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Perry-Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Davidson made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 2434 which was seconded by Councilmember Harpole and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Resolution Adopting the Goals of the Draft Point Hudson Master Plan. RESOLUTION NO. 94-148 A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AND THE PORT OF PORT TOWNSEND ADOPTING THE GOALS OF THE DRAFT POINT HUDSON MASTER PLAN Mr Hildt explained the resolution. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No. 94-148 which was seconded by Councilmember Davidson and passed unanimously by voice vote after a brief discussion. Ordinance Adopting the 1995 Budget. ORDINANCE NO. 2435 AN ORDINANCE FIXING AND ADOPTING THE 1995 BUDGET FOR THE GENERAL CITY GOVERNMENT, THE WATER-SEWER UTILITIES, THE STORM AND SURFACE WATER UTILITY, AND BOND REDEMPTION FUNDS AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Mr Grove explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Perry-Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council approve Ordinance No. 2435 which was seconded by Councilmember Davidson and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Ordinance Increasing the B & 0 Taxes. ORDINANCE NO. 2436 AN ORDINANCE INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF TAX ON BUSINESSES MAKING SALES AT WHOLESALE OR RETAIL, AMENDING SECTION 5.04.200 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Mr Grove explained the ordinance. Councilmember Perry-Thompson made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Harpole and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Davidson made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 2436 which was seconded by Councilmember Harpole and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Business License Application Fee Increase. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1994, Cont. ORDINANCE NO. 2437 AN ORDINANCE INCREASING THE APPLICATION FEE FOR NEW BUSINESSES AND AiMENDING SECTION 5.04.270 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Mr Grove explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Perry-Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance 2437 which was seconded by Shoulberg and passed unanimously by roll call vote. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION A brief discussion took place, regarding the Employment Security Office. Councilmember Harpole remarked that if a response has not been received from the County Commissioners on a number of issues by the first of the year then the City will need to approach them. Discussion took place regarding the Animal Control Contract which presently is unsigned. The issue is to be dealt with in future. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Clise recessed the meeting into Executive Session to discuss the County Critical Areas Ordinance, with staff including Timothy McMahan, Michael Hildt and Robert Wheeler at 9:15 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 111111111 PM. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Clise declared the meeting adjourned at 111111 PM. Mayor Attest: Clerk-Treasurer