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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09161997 . . . /" amendment for the Planning Commission to return with a vote. Mr. Keith did not accept the amendment. Due to the late hour. there was no public comment and the vote was taken. VOTE 5 in favor, Jenks abstained. Joint Parks Committee /Parks Commission. Councilmember Welch Set meeting -- September 17. 1997, 7:00 p.m., Pope Marine Building Agenda: Parks & Recreation Plan Housing & Community Services. Councilmember Perry-Thompson Set meeting -- September 17, 1997,4:30 p.m., Mayor's Office Agenda: Utilities Committee. Councilmember Shoulberg Set meeting -- September 17, 1997, 1 :30 p.m., Public Works Agenda: Gary Leaf presentation, rate model AGENDA ITEMS POSTPONED -- to Continued Meeting of September 16, 1997: ~ Remaining Standing/AD HOC Committee Reports ~ Mayor's Report ~ Staff Reports ~ Public Comment ~ Councilmembers General Discussion ~ Executive Session to consider property acquisition RECESS Then;' being no fwiher business, at 11 :35 p.m. Mayor McCulloch declared the meeting recessed until 7'00 p.m. on September 16, 1997, Port Townsend Community Center Card Room. Attest: ~ c/1~ Pamela Kolacy, City Clerk 0 MINUTES OF THE CONTINUED SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 16, 1997 The City COlmcil of the City OfPOli Townsend met in continued session this 16th day of September, City Council Minutes September 15. 1997 Page 12 . . . 1997, at 7:00 p.m. at the Port Townsend Community Center to continue business of the regular council meeting of September 15th. Mayor Julie McCulloch presided. ROLL CALL Council members present at Roll Call were, Kate Jenks, Ted Shoulberg, Ian Keith, Diane Perry- Thompson, Jean Camfield and Mark Welch. Council member Bill Davidson was excused. Staff Members present were, City Attorney Timothy McMahan, Director of Public Works Bob Wheeler, Library Director Linnea Patrick, Finance Director Michael Legarsky and Sheila Avis, Minute Taker. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor McCulloch recessed the meeting into Executive Session at 7:15 p.m. to discuss property acquisition including Mr. McMahan, Mr. Doug Mason, and Mr. Legarsky. The meeting was reconvened at 7:36 p.m. There was no action. STANDING/AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS Transportation. Councilmember CamtÌeld September 3, 1997, Regular meeting Discussion items: ~ Draft letter to DOT ~ Intersection at Taylor and Water ~ Brief discussion of other continuing transportation items Set meeting -- October 1, 1997,4:30 p.m., Mayor's Office Agenda: Walnut Street overview. DOT Transportation. Councilmember Jenks Announced meeting -- September 25, 1997, Public Meeting, Port Townsend High School Agenda: Tacoma Narrows Bridge tolls Announced meeting -- RTPO September 26, 1997. Mitzel's Restaurant. Poulsbo. Agenda: Tour of Hood Canal Bridge. Lynn Kessler cannot attend. Public Safety Committee. Councilmember Jenks August 25. 1997, Pope Marine Building Discussion items: ~ Dog Leash Ordinance ~ No interest perceived regarding pet waste Set meeting -- September 23, 1997,2:00 p.m., Pope Marine Building Agenda: Pet Issues Utilities Committee. Councilmember Shoulberg ~ Discussion regarding rate recommendations and the Mayor's budget. Shoulberg indicated he would like to see the rate model, the framework. City Council Afinutes Page 13 September 16, 1997 . . . Set meeting -- September 17, 1997, 1 :30 p.m., Public Works Agenda: Gary Leaf presentation, rate model. Set meeting -- October 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m., Public Works Agenda: lAC cable Announced: County Water Summit, September 18, 1997 MA VOR'S REPORT Mayor Julie McCulloch reported that the Joint Growth Management Act (GMA) Committee met last week: ~ Mr. Shoulberg cited some of the complicated issues: dealing with Glen Cove within the framework of GMA; needing a $300,000 study; rural designation for the whole county. ~ The Mayor expressed concern that the study area on Glen Cove, the scope of work and collecting data are about one year away. She noted risks regarding borders and inferior infrastructure as Glen Cove continues to develop without controls. She expressed to the County desire to proceed as soon as possible. ~ Mr. Keith noted difficulty in holding the line on interim controls and suggested that with a Comp Plan amendment could be 18 months away. ~ Mr. Shoulberg pointed out there is not only inferior infrastructure, but there are also inferior uses locating in Glen Cove. He suggested the Port help fund infrastructure. Next meeting -- October 13,1997,3:00 p.m. STAFF REPORTS Buildin2" and Community Development: Director Bruce Freeland, by Mayor ~ Memo regarding Certified Local Government (CLG) status, the proposal from the Histcrical Society and Ms. Barbara Marseille, stating that requirements have been met, and recommending the City pursue CLG status. He suggested the City reassess if further resources are required. ~ Welch asked ifthe City can decertify. ~ Recommendation: Authorize the Jefferson County Historical Society and the Historic Preservation Committee to pursue CLG status. MOTION Jenks Approve the recommendation that the Jefferson County Historical Society and the Historic Preservation Committee pursue CLG status, if resources are available. SECOND VOTE Keith After public comment Public Works: Director Bob Wheeler ~ Union Wharf: working on garbage and lighting. ~ Funding to buy the last 40 foot portion of dock for perhaps $9,000 - $14,000. Ms. Jenks asked regarding the Water Taxi tying up at the dock. Mr. Wheeler said it is in the ordinance, but the ordinance may not be approved by lAc. City Council Minutes Page 14 September 16, 1997 . . . ~ Taylor and Water Street bulb outs. Tree in front of Quimper Sound to be removed; will be replaced. A notice will be in the newspaper. Arborists are volunteering to assist in selection of tree species. Replacement of pwnp station at Monroe Street. Contractor is ill , may want to switch to Primo at same cost to complete before winter. Jefferson County Community Network. Application for $65,000 grant; propose to use a lot of money on courses, and some as voucher money for attendees, usable for recreation choices for after school program, summer recreation program, etc. Need to apply within the next couple of weeks; need permission to go ahead and a supporting letter from the City, to participate. Jefferson Community Network will be the lead. Mr. Shoulberg noted the storm water basin off San Juan is filling rapidly and is working. Mr. Wheeler said it will return to its wetland state. ~ ~ ~ Library: Director Linnea Patrick ~ Received $55,600 grant applied for -- federal funding through the State Library Association. The grant requires 52 to 58 percent matching funds; match may include volunteers. Facilities Committee had proposed electrical upgrade which could be matching City funds; the Facilities Committee also proposed CD Rom reference, spread sheet technology rehabilitation in 1998. Grant money could be received in November 1997 with no expenditure required until 1998 so could go through the budget process. ~ Attended Community College conversations in Port Angeles last week; were very supportive of enhanced learning for Olympic Peninsula College. A meeting may be scheduled for Port Townsend. PUBLIC COMMENT Mr. Peter Badame suggested using Community Network vouchers for child care during the Network's course. Ms. Virginia Wolf said that was an excellent idea. She said the City recreation program is excellent and filling needs for a lot of people. Mr. Wheeler indicated vouchers can be used by kids beginning at age 5 for after school and late start programs. Ms. Camfield noted it is a safe place to leave kids after school.. VOTE ON MOTIONS MADE DURING COMMITTEE/STAFF REPORTS Mayor McCulloch opened the meeting to the Public for comment on the motions made by Council during the Committee/StatT reports. MOTION VOTE Pursue CLG Status Unanimous, 6 in favor MOTION Council authorize the Finance Department to issue Primo a contract for a replacement pump station at Water and Monroe Streets, should it become necessary, at substantially the same cost. Keith City Council .1I,1inutes Page 15 September 16, 1997 . . . SECOND VOTE Shoulberg Unanimous, 6 in favor COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION Ms. Camfield distributed copies of a draft job description for the City Council President and Mayor Pro Tern and also Operating Procedures for the City Council. She suggested they be discussed at the next council meeting. Ms. Jenks asked regarding the Land Use Committee and Planning Commission ratifying what they covered in their recent straw poll regarding high tech uses of former Bed and Breakfast imls. It was pointed out that was taken care of with the motion made at the September 15, 1997 city council meeting. Ms. Jenks asked about prioritizing what they should pursue in her recent memorandum regarding policies and procedures. Ms. Camfield suggested discussing this along with the discussion of the Mayor Pro Tern at the next Council Meeting. It was determined to continue the discussion plaruled for this study session regarding financial impact on use of the Kah Tai Professional Building to September 22, 1997, 7:00 p.m. in the Pope Marine Building. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, at 8:55 p.m., Mayor McCulloch adjourned the meeting.. Attest: 0 ~tL cÞ{ o~ Pamela Kolacy - 0 City Clerk City Council A1inutes Page 16 September 16, 1997