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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09201999PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this twentieth day of September, 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, Vem Garrison, Syd Lipton, Geoff Masci, Forrest Rambo and Alan Youse. Staff members present were City Manager Dave Timmons, City Attorney Tim McMahan, Finance Director Michael Legarsky, and City Clerk Pam Kolacy. CORRESPONDENCE NOT PREVIOUSLY RECEIVED BY COUNCIL Mayor Rambo noted the inclusion in council packets of the City Attorney's memo regarding use of Lodging Tax funds for facilities not owned by the city and supporting documents which were requested at the last meeting. PRIORITY PRESENTATION Alan Granberg, Vice President of Seattle-Northwest Securities Corporation, bond underwriters, presented information about the proposed general obligation bond. Mr. Timmons noted that he advised the funding be set at 620,000 rather than 660,000. Mr. Garrison moved that the staff proceed with the bond issues in the reduced amount of $620,000, and use a bridge loan from the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for the remainder of the Marine Science Center funding which will not be included in the bond amount. Mr. Lipton seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. COMMITTEE AND BOARD & LIAISON REPORTS Carousel subcommittee of Park and Recreation Commission Lyn Hersey, chair of the subcommittee gave a brief synopsis of the report presented to the City Council at the September 13 study session. Mr. Masci moved to waive the council rules and take action on the item before the "third touch." Mr. Garrison seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. Mr. Garrison moved to direct the city Manager to complete an evaluation of the carousel site so that the city can move forward on an agreement with the Carousel Association for siting of the carousel on city property. The motion carried 6-1 by voice vote, with Mr. Rambo opposing. City Council Minutes 1 September 20, 1999 Other committee and board liaison reports: Mr Finnie: State Transportation Committee meeting; Jefferson County Higher Education Committee; Public Safety Committee Mr. Frank reported on the Economic Development Council, Library Board, and Finance Committee. Mr. Lipton reported on the Solid Waste Advisory Committee and National Marine Fisheries Service representative meeting. Mr. Youse reported on the National Marine Fisheries, Planning group for HB 2514; Water Resources Meeting, and Planning Commission Mr. Masci reported on the County Planning Commission, joint meeting between the Board of Health and the Hospital Commission, Transit Authority workshop, Mr. Garrison reported on the Parks and Recreation Commission PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT Mayor Rambo reported two resignations from the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee; then reported on attending the Non-motorized Committee, Peninsula Regional Planning Organization, Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, and upcoming City/County facilitated retreat. He then read City Attorney Tim McMahan's resignation letter into the record; CITY MANGER'S REPORT Mr. Timmons addressed a flyer published by Firefighter Local 589 containing misinformation in regard to the recent EMS levy. He apologize for any misunderstanding to the public and noted that the flyer had been distributed against his express directive. He also reported that he had met with Building & Community Development staff and informed them he has directed Interim Manager Bob Leedy to redesign the department, and that the city cannot financially support the size of the current organization. All departments will be requested to take internal initiative to guide the departmental changes. He will be attending the International City Manager's Association Conference in Portland September 27, 28, and 29. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC City Council Minutes 2 September 20, 1999 Bill Medlicott: supporting a noise abatement ordinance. (Written remarks provided for the record) Byron Ruby: supports siting Carousel at Adams Street park; warned about enforcing jaywalking restrictions Nancy Dorgan: representing Non-motorized Committee; requested reconsideration of Rigby Street Vacation Findings and conclusions. Lyn Hersey: commented on new deep water class instruction at the Pool. CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Masci moved to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda. Mr. Garrison seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote: Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants: 69228 through 69281 in amount of $42,957.85 69285 through 69286 in amount of $78.807.48 Approval of Minutes: Regular session of September 7, 1999 and study session of September 13, 1999 Approval of Resolutions: RESOLUTION 99-059 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING ON A PETITION FOR A STREET VACATION (EPLING - OCTOBER 18, 1999) RESOLUTION 99-060 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT AMENDMENT TO THE CITY MANAGER'S CONTRACT UNFINISHED BUSINESS RESOLUTION 99-061 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND DESIGNATING THE PORT TOWNSEND LEADER AS THE OFFICIAL City Council Minutes 3 September 20, 1999 NEWSPAPER OF THE CITY Mr. Timmons presented the resolution, and his criteria for recommendation of The Leader. Mr. Frank moved for approval of Resolution 99-061. Mr. Garrison seconded. Public Comment: Philip Watness, Peninsula Daily news clarified the comparison of ad sizes; noted that another consideration should be daily vs. weekly publication. Vote: The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE 2710 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AMENDING SECTION 13.05.030 PTMC, MONTHLY WATER RATES, TO ELIMINATE THE DATE PREVIOUSLY SET FOR CHARGING IRRIGATION METERS A MONTHLY BASE FEE, AND TO INDEFINITELY SUSPEND THE MONTHLY BASE FEE UNTIL FURTHER ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL City Attorney Tim McMahan presented the ordinance. Mr. Masci moved that the council rules be suspended, and that the first reading be considered the second reading and the third by title only for Ordinance 2710. Mr. Garrison seconded. The motion carried unanimously. Ms. Kolacy read the ordinance by title. Council members had clarification questions and asked whether a date certain should be added for performance of the staff directions listed in Section 2. Mr. Timmons noted that he believed the research would be done within the next nine months. Consensus was that the date certain did not need to be added officially to the ordinance. Mr. Frank the moved for adoption of Ordinance 2710. Mr. Masci seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by roll call vote. CUSTODIAL CONTRACT Mr. Timmons noted the council members have been provided with a proposed contract for custodial services as a first touch; he requested comments before the final draft is prepared for consideration at the next council meeting. There was also discussion about the share of the billing paid by Peninsula College and the equity of that figure. City Council Minutes 4 September 20, 1999 RESOLUTION 99-063 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, STATING THE OFFICIAL POSITION REGARDING GLEN COVE UGA STATUS UNDER THE JEFFERSON COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS (CHECK TITLE) Mayor Rambo read the entire resolution into the record. Mr. Lipton noted his concern about the statistical information used by the County for decision making. Mr. Frank moved for adoption of Resolution 99-062. Mr. Finnie seconded. Public comment: Larry Crockett, Manager, Port of Port Townsend, requested and received clarification about the item. Vote: The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. RESOLUTION 99-063 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION SUBMISSION FOR SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION FUNDS Mr. Timmons introduced the resolution which authorizes the City Manager to work with various committees and staff and to submit a grant application consistent with the resolution. Mr. Finnie moved for adoption of Resolution 99-063. Mr. Frank seconded. The motion carried unanimously, %0, by voice vote. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjoumed at 8:48 p.m. Atttest: Pm~ela ~olacy, City Clerk City Council Minutes 5 September 20, 1999