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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/19/1991 I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 5, 1991, Cont. Jefferson-Port Townsend Shoreline Management Master Program regarding Aquaculture presenting legislation and legal context, environmental information, and going through the proposed changes. RESOLUTION NO 91-09 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR SECTION 306 COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT FUNDING FROM THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY'S SHORE LAND AND COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM. Mr Robison explained the resolution. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 91-09 whÜ~h was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION Councilmember Clise announced that he will be absent for the next meeting on February 19, 1991, as he will be out of town. A discussion of the Rose Theater building ownership and thE! grant requirements ensued. Mr Harper will be reviewing the stat~e laws that govern this project. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna recessed the meeting into Executive Session to discuss pending litigation including Keith Harper, David GrO'iTe, and Robert Wheeler at 11: 45 PM. The meeting was reconvened a1: 12: 14 PM. UNFINISHED BUSINESS withdrawal of a Mitigated Determination of Nonsigoiflc~mce. Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the Council withdraw the mitigated determination of nonsignificance for Parkview Plat, Vantage Homes which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Jones had left the chambers and did not participate in the vote. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Pro-Tern Kenna declared the meeting adjourned at 12:15 PM. AtteS¡~ ~ ~, Mayor 0 MIammEK-œFe~MHrQEGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19, 1991 The city Counci I of the city of Port Townsend met in regular session this Nineteenth day of February, 1991, at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Pro-Tem Michael Kenna presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean Camfield, Michael Kenna, Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsley and Sheila Westerman. Councilmembers John Clise and Vern Jones were excused. Also 149 ISO MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19, 1991, Cont. present were Clerk-Treasurer David GrovE!, City Attorney Reith Harper, City Planner Rick Sepler and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. Jim Pearson, Associate Planner, JI~fferson County Planning and Building Department was present for the Public Hearing on the Aquaculture Section of the ,Shoreline Master Program. PUBLIC COMMENTS Gary Olels was recognized and introduced himself as the new General Manager of Superior Refuse. Ralph Watson was recognized and spoke against the acquisition of the Rose Theater and questioned the apparent lending of the City's credi t to a private individual, the city acting as a financial conduit, the joint use parking agreement:md the legality of the grant procedure. Mr Watson questioned holl7 much the lease is for per month and what are the requirements tc bid on it. Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna explained that although the Rose Theater is now on the agenda, it had not been on the ager.da that came out in the packets, therefore, the Council may not ~rish to discuss it this evening. PUBLIC HEARING Aquaculture section of Shoreline Master Program. Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna opened the hearing to the Public. J'ohn Pitts, representing the Washington state Department of Agricu11:ure, was recognized and submitted three packets to the Council: his comments on the changes in the Master Program; answers to letters submitted to the local press; and a letter written to Chairman Larry Dennison correcting misstatements at the public hearing held by the County. Mr pitts then explained several of the issues cove~ed in this information. Steve Van Cleve, local tug boat operator, w:ts recognized and stated that fish pens are not a hazard to navigation and could be a way to replace some of the things lost in Port, Townsend. Ken Brooks, a water quality advocate, was recognized .:tnd spoke in support of aquaculture as a valuable tool in the pursuit of water quality and the need for a clear statement of policy from decision makers in Jefferson County that will describe their pl~rception of aquaculture and willingness to encourage and nurture this long standing industry in Washington State while demanding the use of available technology, and best management practices to insure that it remains a valuable water quality tool. Paul Hayward, Jefferson County property owner was recognized and oppose:ì the possible cost to taxpayers in establishing a fish pen indu3try which may fail and recommended bonding of the company during the full tenure of the lease to insure that the cost of removal and restoration would not be a burden to the taxpayer. Mr Hayward also stated his concern that property values will go down if induE.trial use is allowed in residential areas and recommended that fish net pens only be allowed in undeveloped shoreline areas. Gina McMather, representing the South Point Coalition, waB recognized and opposed fish net pens stating that navigation and fishing can be a major issue; and urged the restoration of specific language that has been compromised from the original draft. Bruce Williams, Port Gamble Fisheries, was recognized and stated that he is not opposed to the plan per se, but is opposed to certai n language that could jeopardize present net pen facilities in Jefferson County. Dave Woodruff, representing the Oak Bay Coalition and the Environmental Consortium, was recognized and presented written documents along with his testimony opposing pollution causE!d by fish farms, and the aquaculture industry ruining the present fish and shellfish industry. Mr Woodruff also stated that the County Commissioners stopped taking testimony on February 15, 1991, and had a problem wi th the City taking testimony tonight. He suggested that an impartial, neutrally balanced, adhoc commi t,tee be formed to rewrite these amendments and the moratorium againE:t fishpens be continued I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19,1991, Cont. in the meantime. Scotty McComb, President, Oak Bay Coalition, was recognized and spoke in opposition to fish pens and urged the Council to read and consider his written testimony as well as others. Mr Grove noted letters from E Zahn, Helen Wagar, G Melson and Mary Grace Hurley, R B McComb, Kevin Grove and James G Norris were received by Council for this hearing. Mayor Pro-TeJII. Kenna closed the hearing to the Public. Mr Pearson stated that he will be preparing a summary of all the testimony and staff information for the County Commissioners and the Councilmembers and vdll be holding workshops with the Commissioners. It was a consensus of the Council that Dave Robison, City Planner, be present at the workshops. PUBLIC COMMENTS CONTINUED Kathryn Jenks was recognized and requested that any mE!etings between Mr Middlebrooks and the City regarding Townsend lileadows take place in a public way so that the public may at least \\ritness the meeting. Ms Jenks then presented references to Townsend Meadows as a Senior Development all through City documents; references to landscaping versus restoration; the greenbelt ' pond, PUD Agreement, financing, etc. Ms Jenks further stated that she would like to be a participant or observer at the meeting between the City and the Developer. Etta Roth was recognized and stated her opinion that the council was right when they remanded the Townsend Meadows project to the Planning Commission; that changing from rental units to individual units to be sold is condominiums is enough to change the project; the environmentally sensitive wetland is larger than represented on the landscaping plan presented at the last meeting; and the economic and feasibility study requested by Mr Hildt should be provided by the developer. Greg Bennett was recognized and spoke pointed out the isSUE!s that the Council used to remand Townsend Meadows to the Planning Commission, and stated that 20 acres of topsoil has been removed when the plans called for it to be done in phases; perimeter vegetation has been completely removed instead of a 15 foot buffer being maintained in its natural state during construction; t:he sod has not been removed from around several evergreen trHes as requested by the City; a cyclone fence has been constructed that has destroyed some of the perimeter; and the work was done at 6:30 AM to dark and on weekends during two weeks in defiance of él "stop work" order. John Barr was recognized and addressed the fact that the environmental checklist clearly states that the existing 50 foot seasonal wetland at Townsend Meadows will be enlarged which has not been addressed and that the state has said that the storm drainage plan to take water to the Chinese Gardens cannot be used. Joshua Sage was recognized and spoke saying that it seems that the same things are being repeated over and over again and that the present developer for Townsend Meadows should start over as the project and circumstances have changed. Don Fristoe was recognized and questioned how enforceable PUD agreements are. Bob Rickard was recognized and requested that the time of Council Meetings in Jefferson County/Port Townsend Leader be changed from 7:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Mr Rickard also stated his concerns that the 30 foot buffer at the Doll Estate Logging Project may not be maintained after the project is done and the 5 acre parcels are sold. During a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Council that their intention was to have the buffer remain after the logging is completed and the property divided. 151 152 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY L9, 1991, Cont. Monica Mick-Hager was recognized and repoI'ted that she had called Bart Philips, Executive Director, to make an appointment to look at the Union Wharf files of the Economic Development Council of Jefferson County, and was told she could not see the files on Union Wharf at any time. Ms Mick-Hager then questioned if the Public Access Laws hold true for these files and requested that the City direct Mr Philips to remedy this disturbi~g situation. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember McCulloch made, a motion to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda which was seGonded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Approval of the Minutes for February 5, 1~91, as written without reading. Approval of the following Bills and Claims: Current Expense street Park Hotel/Motel Emergency Medical Services Water-Sewer storm and Surface Water Equipment Rental Total $ 13,947.77 5,363.42 1,268.57 2,667.00 677.79 16,753.12 807.58 3.715.81 $ 45,201.06 Setting Hearings: Rezone Request 9101-07 -Service Activities for 3/5/91 Gateway Project for 4/2/91 Communications: A letter dated February 4, 1991, to Michael Hildt, from Bob Zeigler, Wetland Biologist, Washington State Department of Wildlife, recommending different approaches to the Townsend Meadows Pond Planting Plan was copied for Council. A letter dated February 4, 1991, from Mr and Mrs Don Johnson stating their concerns about a tree on their parking strip on city property was copied for Council and referred to the Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee. A letter dated February 5, 1991, from Jim and Cynthia Boldt opposing Rezone Application 9101-07 for the Port Townsend Motel was copied for Council and referred to the hearing on March 5,1991. A memorandum dated February 5, 1991, from Lë,rry Dennison, Chairman, Steering Committee for Jefferson 2000, requesting that each district designate a representative and an ëll ternate to participate on the Steering Committee was copied for c,:mncil. A request dated February 6, 1991, for a site Development Standard Variance from Harold DeJong was copied for Council and referred to the Legislative/Environmental Committee. A letter dated February 7,1991, from Helen Wagar opposing finfish net pens in State waters was copied for Council and referred to the Public Hearing on the Aquaculture section of the Shoreline Master Program. A letter dated February 8, 1991, from Michael F Schumacher, to Mr Barry A Wenger, State of Washington Department of Ecology, referencing the Union Wharf Lease; ShorelinE! Conditional Use Permit No 590-14-6921 was copied for Council. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19,1991, Cont. A letter dated February 14, 1991, from Huoko Dennis, American Youth Hostel, Fort Worden State Park, supporting the variable-can grarbage rate and recycling was copied for Council. A letter dated February 15, 1991, from Robin Biffle req1.Jlesting information on a provisional hire on the police force as a patrol officer was copied for Council and referred to the Civil Service Commission. A letter from E Zahn requesting a determination of significance for fin fish net pens was copied for Council on February 15,1991, and referred to the Public Hearing on the Aquaculture Section of the Shoreline Master Program. A letter dated February 15, 1991, from Cindy Wolpin stating her concerns for the impact of the Union Wharf Project on the commercial core of Port Townsend was copied for Council. This concludes the Consent Agenda. PUBLIC HEARING 57th Street Local Improvement District No 2. Mr Wheeler explained the process and history of this Local Improvement District. Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna opened the hearing to the Public. Earl Fisb,er was recognized and urged adoption of the LID. Ruth FishE~r was recognized and spoke in favor of the LID. There being no further testimony, Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna closed the hearing to the public and turned to Council for disposition. ORDINANCE NO 2226 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, ORDERING CERTAIN LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS AND CREATING A LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF THE COST OF SUCH IMPROVEMENTS BY SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; CREATING A LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FUND; AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT BONDS OR OF INSTALLMENT NOTES OR THE MAKING OF INTERFUND LOANS, AND INTERIM FINANCING WARRANTS OR NOTES. Mr Harper explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2226 which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by roll call vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Rezone Request 9009-02 -PT Business Park. following ordinance and resolution. Mr Harper revie~red the ORDINANCE NO 2227 AN ORDINANCE REZONING GOVERNMENT LOT #2 IN SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 30 NORTH, RANGE 1 WEST, W.M., IN THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND FROM R-IA AND C-II TO M-I; AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND; ESTABLISHING CONDITIONS TO THE REZONE; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 153 154 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19, 1991, Cont. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title, Coun<:ilmember McCulloch made a motion that the first reading be consid3red the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. ~r Grove again read the ordinance by title. councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2227 which was s4~conded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO 91-10 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ~~YOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT IN C(INNECTION WITH REZONE APPLICATION NO 9009-02. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion t:hat the Council adopt Resolution No 91-10 which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolution and Interlocal Agreement for Kearney Street. reviewed the resolution and explained the agreement. Mr Wheeler RESOLUTION NO 91-11 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE <=ITY OF PORT TOWNSEND TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH JEFFERSON COUNTY REGARDING THE PROJECT FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF KEARNEY STREE~. After a brief discussion of a pathway on the Kah Tai Lagoon side of the street, Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 91-11 as amended with a change in the wording to "sidewalks included" which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Rose Theater Acquisition. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Owsley made a motion to table this item until the next meeting on March 5, 1991, which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Conditional Use 9010-04/Variance 9010-03 -summit Communications. Mr Sepler explained information on the Councilmembers desk this evening. Burt Green, Manager, Summit Communications, was recognized and responded to the issues in Mr Specer's letter from the last meeting which pertained to his operations and what has been done at the site. Mr Sepler explained that a bibliography used by staff and the Planning Commission and a letter from Municipal Research had been inadvertently been omitted from the packets. He explained and distributed bclth. Charlene Cline, a neighbor, was recognized and cited her concerns about microwaves, a second building at the site, monitoring of the site and truck traffic, and the health and safety of her family. Joseph James, a neighbor, was recognized and cited his concern that there are two buildings at the site and not one, growth of the company and the possibility of more antennas, depreciation of his property. Mr James suggested that the company be e:1couraged to move its operations into an area zoned for light industry as it grows. After discussion, Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council table further discussion until the next meeting on March 5, 1991, which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Generator Bid. Upon recommendation from MI' Wheeler, Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council reje(:t all bids received for a generator which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the city call for bids for March 5, 1991, for a generator which was seconded by CouncilmE!mber Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. I I I I I I ~ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19,1991, Cont. Ambulance Regulations. ORDINANCE NO 2228 AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO THE REGULATION OF AMBULANCE AND RELATED SERVICES WITHIN THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND; AMENDING ORDINANCE 2199, AS AMENDED, TOGETHER WITH SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 5.90 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE; MAKING ADDITIONAL FINDINGS; PROVIDING FOR RECIPROCAL RECOGNITION OF AMBULANCE PERSONNEL LICENSES AND AMBULANCE VEHICLE INSPECTIONS BY OTHER JURISDICTIONS; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr Harper explained the ordinance. After discussion, Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the first reading be considered the second 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 Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2228 which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by roll call vote. COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF REPORTS Street/Storm Drainage/Light. Councilmember Owsley reported that the Committee had met and received complaints by several citizens from a neighborhood objecting to a street end being used by a private party and a large hedge that has grown up that obscures their view. The Committee has asked the Public Works Department to write a letter asking for removal of the "Private Driveway" sign and trim the hedge and several trees. Councilmember Owsley reported that the Committee has requested Forest Shomer to inspect a huge tree that needs several branches trimmed in order to be safe and save the tree. Councilmember Owsley also reported that the Committee has agreed to allow the Doll Estate to open a 20 Foot wide strip along Albatross Street along the length of parcell, and a 50 foot width along parcels 2 and 3 for logging and discussed the March 31, 1991, deadline for burning. Applications for grants from the Centennial Funds for the storm drainage plans and Kearney Street project were also discussed. councilmember Owsley set a meeting of the Committee for March 4, 1991, at 5:00 PM to discuss the Washington Street Storm Drainage Plan. Councilmember Owsley also reported that the City would have to pay 70% of the cost for putting utility lines underground plus trenching would be about $100 per foot which makes it: very difficult to do. The Washington Street sidewalks versus curbs and gutters were discussed and will be addressed at the March 4,1991, meeting. Water /Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch set a meeting of the Committee for February 26,1991, at 5:00 PM to continue discussion an addendum to the Comprehensive Water Plan, the Capital Improvement Plan, Adelma Beach water and a letter from the Department of Natural Resources regarding a right-of-way easement on some property in the Snow Creek Watershed. Parks/Property. Councilmember Camfield reported that the CoIt1,mittee has requested information from Mike Early on the ingredients in the 155 156 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19, 1991, Cont. fertilizers, pesticides, etc, used at the Golf Course before considering increases in fees, etc. The Committee discussed the water level and buffering around the pond at the Golf Course. The Committee discussed possible grant fLlnding for the Kearney Street project and for the sidewalk and biking/pedestrian path. Councilmember Camfield also reported that the Committee discussed a brushing and tree policy, and mapping of street vegetation. Mr Wheeler reported that the Public Works Department is working on a written brushing and tree policy that wiLL be ready later in the year and will be working on mapping the r~adside vegetation with concerned citizens. Councilmember Camfield reported that the final version of the Parks Comprehensive Plan should be ready to discuss with council on March 5, 1991. Communi ty Services. Councilmember Westerman reported that she will be going with Gary Rowe and Frank Gifford of Jefferson County to look at dog kennels as the first step and Mr Wheeler is working with her in looking at alternative sites for animal control. Affordable Housing. Councilmember Westerman reported that the Affordable Housing Committee as split in1:0 four sub-committees. She will chair the committee that will be looking at planning, zoning and code issues as they relate to affordable housing. The first meeting of that committee is on February 20, 1991. Open Public Meetings Act. Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna reported that he had attended a meeting for Councilmembers on understanding open public meetings, your right to know and appearance of fairness, etc., in Mount Vernon. Run-Away /Homeless Youth. Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna reported that he had attended a meeting regarding run-away or homeless youth between the ages of 12 and 20 who are "falling through 'the cracks" with Sheriff Mel Mefford and others. Recycling Mailer. Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna thanked the work done by David Grove and Councilmember Westerman on the recycling mailer which was sent out to all households in tl'.te city. Waterfront World. Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna anncunced that he has joined this organization and has information if einyone is interested. Recycling Handout. Mr Grove reported that the handout proposed by Superior Refuse contains some errors and alter a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Council that it not be used in Port Townsend. Rose Theater. Mr Grove responded to comments made on the Rose Theater stating that Mayor Shirley had given direction to him in December, 1990, to facilitate the acquisition of the Rose Theater. He has been working with David Hansen of the Historical Preservation Office in Olympia. The administrative procedure to accept the deposit and order an appraisal followed the resolution passed by Council as the State requires an appraisal for the grant document. Edge Striping of Streets. Councilmember C,:¡mfield noted that there is a bill in the State Legislature rege,rding edge striping of streets along with another bill dealing with a school pathway'and bus stop improvement program. Councilmew)er Camfield stated that if this is all mandated, funds should be furnished, and that the city does want edge striping on Sheridan émd 19th Street. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19, 1991, Cont. Commercial Recycling. A discussion of commercial recycling ensued during which Councilmember Westerman explained that an amendment to the existing contract with Superior Refuse to include commercial recycling can be negotiated. Ambulance. Mr Grove reported that Medicare has approvE~d the ambulance charges for Advanced Life Support of $245.00 but has not approved the $145.00 rate for Basic Life for which they are paying $100.00. Fire Protection Agreement for Fort Worden. Mr Grove announcE~d that a resolution for the fire protection agreement for Fort Wordem will be on the agenda for the next meeting. Safety Committee. Mr Grove reported that a training session from the Department of Labor and Industries on Video Display Terminals was held this morning and that a representative from puget Power will be here on February 26,1991, to measure radiation output from the terminals used by City employees. Styrofoam Hearing. Mr Grove reported that Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna had participated in a hearing on a bill in Olympia to ban styrofoam state-wide which was patterned after our ordinance. Since the bill did not pass, another bill banning the use of styrofoam on state Ferries where it is in conflict with local law is being introduced. Senate Bill 5555. Mr Grove announced that a hearing on Senat:e Bill 5555 will be held on February 25, 1991, which is an economic recovery bill sponsored by over thirty Senators. He has information for any Councilmember who can go, represen1: Port Townsend and testify since he will be unavailable to go. Side Sewer Contractor License. Councilmember McCulloch J[lade a motion that a Side Sewer Contractor License be approved for Dave Lindsey, Lindsey Backhoe Service, which was seconded by Cquncilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. New Hire. Mr Grove announced the hiring of Paulette (Polly) Kenney to the first new position in the Clerk-Treasurer/Utility offices since 1977. Pope Marine Community Building. Mr Wheeler reported that the bids on the Pope Marine Community building were substantially higher than estimated and recommended that Council not do anything until the project can be fully evaluated. ORDINANCE NO 2229 AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO STREET AND OTHER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED IN CONNECTION WITH CERTAIN SUBDIVISIONS, BY AMENDING SECTION 7 OF ORDINANCE 2210, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr Harper explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the first reading be considered the second 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. counci I member Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2229 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Rose Theater Discussion. During discussion, Mr Grove explained that additional contract information from the State should be available at the next meeting. Mr Harper explained his memo and stated that the more complicated this gets, the more legal it becomes. 157 158 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY :_9, 1991, Cont. NEW BUSINESS Resolution Authorizin9 EDC Contract. Councilmember Westerman made a motion that this resolution be tabled until the next meeting on March 5, 1991, which was seconded by Coullcilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolution Authorizin9 Contract for Retro-Rating Workman's Compo RESOLUTION NO 91-12 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING 'rHE MAYOR TO CONTRACT WITH THE WASHINGTON CITIES INSURANCE AUTHORITY. Mr Grove explained the resolution. Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council adopt ResoluticiTI No 91-12 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and pas::;ed unanimously by voice vote. PUD Ground Water Study. Councilmember McCu lloch made a motion that the Council authorize the Mayor Pro-Tem to ::;ign a letter in support of the Public Utility District #1 of JeffeI'son County Ground Water Assessment Grant Application which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolutions for Grant Apt>lications. following resolutions. Mr Wheeler explained the RESOLUTION NO 91-13 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APP:LICATION FOR CENTENNIAL CLEAN WATER FUND F~( 91 FUNDING CYCLE FROM THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY'S WATER QUALITY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. The City of Port Townsend proposes to dnvelop a plan to treat stormwater. RESOLUTION NO 91-14 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APP:LICATION FOR CENTENNIAL CLEAN WATER FUND F'( 91 FUNDING CYCLE FROM THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY'S WATER QUALITY FINANCI,\L ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. The City of Port Townsend wastewater treatment plant treatment. proposes teÞ expand the existing facilities to provide secondary RESOLUTION NO 91-15 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR CENTENNIAL CLEAN WATER FUND F'{ 91 FUNDING CYCLE FROM THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY'S WATER QUALITY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. The City of Port Townsend proposes to develop a sludge study. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion t,hat the Council adopt Resolutions No 91-13, 91-14 and 91-15 which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 19, 1991, Cont. Main Street Contract. Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the Council increase the Main Street Contract in the amount of $350.00 for a training course at the Washington State GoVE!rnOr's Downtown Training Institute on March 24-27, 1991, in EIIEmsburg which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Clean Air Act. ORDINANCE NO 2230 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND ADOPTING THE WASHINGTON CLEAN INDOOR AIR ACT, RCW 70.160, AS NOW OR HEREAFTER AMENDED, BY REFERENCE, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Westermétn made a motion that the first reading be considered the second 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 Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2230 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION Opposi tion tö Northern Tier Pipeline. Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Council authorize the Mayor Pro-Tem to write a letter expressing opposition to the current pipeline proposal which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Regulation Garbage Containers in the Downtown Area. Councilmember McCulloch questioned who was policing the downtown area as regulation garbage containers are not being used and ther43 is a litter problem. Notification to offending businesses was briefly discussed. Agenda for March 5. 1991. After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Council to defer discussion of the Parks Comprehensi ve Plan and Townsend Meadows to the meeting on March 19, 1991. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna recessed the meeting into Executive Session to discuss litigation including Keith Harper and Robert Wheeler at 11:08 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 11:25 PM. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Pro-Tem Kenna declared the meeting adjourned at 11:25 PM. Attest: ~~ Clerk-Treasurer 159