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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05031999 PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 3, 1999 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this third day of May, 1999, at 6:30 p.m. in the Port Townsend Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Forrest Rambo presiding. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Joe Finnie, Allen Frank, Vern Garrison, Sydney Lipton, Geoff Masci, Forrest Rambo, and Alan Youse. COMMITTEE AND BOARD & LIAISON REPORTS At this time, Mr. Masci requested that Item (B) under Unfinished Business (Lodging Tax Advisory Committee funding recommendations) be moved back to (E) under Unfinished Business and that the other items be moved forward in order. There was no objection to this agenda change. Parks & Recreation Commission: Mr. Garrison. The issue of funding one unbudgeted seasonal Full Time Equivalent worker in the Parks Department was brought forward from the Parks Commission meeting. The item was referred to the Finance Committee for discussion at their May 5 meeting. Joint Growth Management Steering Committee: Mr. Masci. The steering committee has recommended inclusion of the Port of Port Townsend as a voting member of the group. A draft resolution to this effect is on tonight's agenda under "Unfinished Business". PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT City Manager Search Update and Schedule: Mr. Masci noted that the original list of 70 candidates for City Manager has been narrowed to five finalists. The final selection process is scheduled for May 6 and 7. Mr. Masci read a proclamation in honor of the volunteers who helped with Earth Day activities. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. McNutt introduced the new Interim Building and Community Development Director, Bob Leedy. Mr. McMahan presented a first touch on the issue of conferring jurisdiction over personal wireless facilities issues to the hearings examiner. Three technical ordinances related to personal wireless facilities will be coming before council soon. City Council Minutes Page 1 May 3, 1999 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (regarding items not on the agenda) Don McDaniel of Puget Sound Energy presented a written response to D. Hittle & Associates' "Electric Franchise Options Report" He noted that a full presentation would be scheduled for the study session on June 14. Joe Pipia: Rite is Wrong Committee: commercial construction moratorium Freda Fenn: Rite is Wrong group Tim Lambert: employment and migration Marilyn Muller: Carousel Nancy Borino - LTAC city tourism coordinator - tourism week. Ms. Borino presented plaques to the council. Travis Nollette: carousel Bob Sokol: Port Commissioner re voting membership on Growth Management Steering Committee. He noted the resolution was passed by the Jefferson County Commissioners this afternoon and urged council approval. Byron Ruby: Police and Fire chief process; orthopedic store; carousel; Wallin wall. Madge Wallin: Wallin wall Mr. Tim Lambert rose to speak from his seat and was called out of order by Mayor Rambo. Mr. Lambert refused to return to his seat or to cease shouting at the council and television cameras. Mayor Rambo recessed the meeting at 7:35 p.m. so that order could be restored. The meeting was reconvened at 7:45 p.m. Public comment continued Craig Owen: structural engineer employed by Mrs. Wallin Doug Milholland: Rite Aid / planning / downtown historic district Joan Fabian: Rite Aid; carousel CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Finnie moved for approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants, vouchers 67440 through 67518 in the amount of $109,961.22 and vouchers 67519 through 67613 in the amount of $172,361.74. Mr. Frank seconded. The motion carded unanimously by voice vote, 7-0. Mr. McNutt noted a correction of the minutes of the unofficial study session of April 12, 1999. On page 2, the first sentence under "Administration Organization" should read: "Mr. McNutt reported he has chosen a candidate for appointment ..... " Mr. Masci moved for approval of the minutes of the regular session of April 17 and the unofficial study session of April 12 as amended. Mr. Lipton seconded. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote, 7-0. In answer to a question regarding a memo received in council packets, Mr. McMahan commented on the Comprehensive Plan amendment process. Although the rules allow an City Council Minutes Page 2 May 3, 1999 opportunity for a joint workshop with the Planning Commission, that step has not been recommended by the Planning Commission. Mr. Finnie suggested a council study session be considered after the receipt of the Planning Commission's recommendation, but based on past experience did not think a joint meeting necessary. Mr. Masci moved to accept the process recommended by staff, with the exclusion of a joint session with the Planning Commission. Mr. Lipton seconded. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote, 7-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ADDENDUM TO THE APRIL 4, 1995 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AND JEFFERSON COUNTY REGARDING THE PROPOSED "35TH STREET PARK" PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN PORT TOWNSEND CITY LIMITS Mr. Wheeler introduced the item. Public Comment: Robert Greenway: in favor of the addendum; suggested some downsizing Lyn Hersey: supported agreement, spoke of support for practice fields Barb Nightingale: Parks & Recreation Commission - spoke in favor of approval Robert Greenway: responded to question Jim Maupin ' in favor of approval; stressed need for practice fields After a brief discussion, Mr. Masci moved for approval of the Addendum to the Memorandum of Understanding regarding 35th Street Park. Mr. Frank seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS Moved to "E" under Unfinished Business RESOLUTION NO. 99-029 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, SETTING RULES OF PROCEDURE FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS, PUBLIC HEARINGS, LEGISLATIVE PROCESS AND PUBLIC COMMENTS OR COMPLAINTS Mr. McNutt introduced the latest draft of the resolution, noting minor changes. Ms. Kolacy read the resolution by title. ORDINANCE 2695 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AMENDING CHAPTER 2.04, PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL RULES, OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE ADOPTION OF CITY COUNCIL RULES BY RESOLUTION AND IMPLEMENTING THE CHANGE TO COUNCIL MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT City Council Minutes Page 3 May 3, 1999 Mr. McMahan introduced the ordinance, which repeals the current council rules. Mr. Masci moved for the first reading. Mr. Lipton seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Ms. Kolacy read the ordinance by title. JOINT RESOLUTION 99-030 IN THE MATTER OF ADDING THE PORT OF PORT TOWNSEND AS A VOTING MEMBER OF THE JOINT GROWTH MANAGEMENT STEERING COMMITTEE Mr. Masci introduced the joint resolution, noting that the Joint Growth Management Steering Committee is an advisory committee to the County Commissioners. He then moved to adopt the resolution on a single reading. Mr. Finnie seconded. Public Comment: Larry Crockett, General Manager of the Port of Port Townsend, urged approval of the resolution. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE Public Comment: Maxi Mullen, LTAC Committee, supporting committee recommendation Bob Sokol, LTAC Committee, supporting committee recommendation Mr. Frank moved to accept the recommendation of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee with the following modifications: that the Northwest Maritime Center be funded for $25,000 rather than $35,000; that the Carousel project be funded for $10,000 on the condition that they clarify their non-profit status, that their organizational structure be brought into order, that a site for the carousel be secured, and the Carousel committee raise another $5,000, with all conditions to be satisfied before the $10,000 will be released to them. If the conditions axe not met by December 31, 1999, the fimds will revert to the LTAC reserve. Funding for the Rothschild House and the Marine Science Center would be as recommended, and funding for all projects will be contingent upon contractual agreements with the City, with the City stipulating responsibilities of the fund recipients. Mr. Garrison seconded. Mr. Finnie spoke in support of approving the recommendations of the LTAC. Mr. Garrison noted that the committee process is respected by council, but spoke of the dangers of LTAC projects resulting in the acceleration of tourism. Public Comment: Peter Badame: Marine Science Center. City Council Minutes Page 4 May 3, 1999 Mr. Rambo noted concern about setting a precedent of taking away funds from a selected entity and parceling them of to another entity; noted that it short-circuited the process and has the appearance of an "open door" for other organizations who desire funding. Mr. Frank questioned whether the $10,000 reduction in funding for the Maritime Center would be of significance to the overall project.. Public Comment: Jim Guthrie: In support carousel funding John Edwards: In support of carousel funding Bob Sokol (LTAC Committee): explanation of rationale for long-term funding, i.e. McCurdy Pavilion, Marine Science Center Robert Greenway: in support of LTAC recommendations Jeff Hamm - PT Chamber of Commerce, in support of Maritime Center funding. O'Neill Louchard: In support Maritime Center funding Alex Spear: In supporting Maritime Center funding Lyn Hersey: Questioned availability of funds for projects outside of LTAC Marc de Rochforte: In support of maritime center funding Mayor Rambo declared the meeting recessed at 9:55 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 10:02 p.m. Mr. Masci moved the previous question. The motion carried, 4-3, with Rambo, Finnie and Lipton opposed. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE 2696 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AMENDING CHAPTER 2.28, PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE, TO CHANGE THE NUMBER OF BOARD MEMBERS FROM SEVEN TO NINE, AND CLARIFYING THE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS COMMISSION Mr. McNutt introduced the ordinance. Mr. Garrison moved for approval of the first reading for Ordinance 2696. Mr. Youse seconded. Ms, Kolacy read the ordinance by title. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. RESOLUTION 99-031 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A SURVEYING CONTRACT City Council Minutes Page 5 May 3, 1999 WITH WOOD SURVEYING, INC. TO SURVEY, DEED SEARCH AND BASE MAP FOR THE "F' STREET PROJECT Mr. Wheeler introduced the resolution Mr. Masci moved for adoption of Resolution 99-031. Mr. Garrison seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. RESOLUTION 99-032 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACT WITH M&E TRUCKING FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE 43RD STREET SEWER LINE Mr. Wheeler introduced the resolution. Mr. Masci moved for adoption of Resolution 99-032. Mr. Garrison seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PLAN (TIP) Mr. Wheeler introduced the item, and stated that the proposed TIP for 2000 will be presented to the council on June 7 for review. EXECUTIVE SESSION At 10:25, Mayor Rambo announced an executive session regarding personnel issues. The session is expected to last five minutes, with no action anticipated. The meeting reconvened at 10:32. meeting at 10:33 p.m. ADJOURN No action was taken. Mayor Rambo then adjourned the Pamela Kolacy City Clerk City Council Minutes Page 6 May 3, 1999