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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/03/1991 294 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 3,1991 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this Third day of September, 1991, at 7: 00 PM in the Council Chambers of city Hall, Mayor Brent S Shirley presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean Camfield, John Clise, Vern Jones, Michael Kenna, Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsley and Sheila Westerman. Also present were Clerk-Treas urer David Grove, City Attorney Keith Harper, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Jones made amotion to apprOV3 the following items on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by I::ouncilmember Clise and passed unanimously by voice vote. Approval of the following Bills and Claims: Current Expense Street Library Park Emergency Medical Services Capital Improvement Water-Sewer Storm and Surface Water Equipment Rental Total $ 43,563.20 5,128.49 5,260.28 1,168.84 928.36 1,265.57 4,170.16 7,934.97 1.195.60 $ 70,615.47 Setting Hearings: Amendment to Sign Code on september 17, 1991 Communications: A letter dated August 16,1991, from Andrea Fontenot, Port Planner, Port of Port Townsend, in support of the Ga"teway Plan, Final Draft, was copied for Council. A letter dated August 19, 1991, from Doug and Nancy Lamy, James G Swan Hotel, regarding the restrictive covenants for Conditional Use Permit No 8912-07 was copied for Council and referred to Unfinished Business later on the agenda. A letter dated August 19, 1991, from Briar:, Boyle, Commissioner of Public Lands, communicating about the remaining months of his final term in office was copied for Council. A letter dated August 21,1991, to Mayor Shirley, from Christine 0 Gregoire, Director, Department of Ecology, ::;tating appreciation for his concerns for involvement by the City with the pilot project for the Chelan Agreement was copied for Council. A letter dated August 25, 1991, from Patrick McIntire, Director, and Kim Starr, Owner, Kim starr Gallery, explaining questions concerning code on "color guidelines" b:Üng considered by the Historic Preservation Commission was copied for Council. A letter dated August 27, 1991, to Leonard Tall, Clipper Navigation, Inc, from Michael Hildt stating concerns of the Council that inaccurate parking information was being given out by their reservation office was copied for Council. A memorandum dated August 29, 1991, frCim Joyce A Cox, Guided Historical Tours, accepting Ordinance No 2252 and stating that all stated conditions have been complied with was copied for Council. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 3,1991, Cont. A Route Map received August 30,1991, from Joyce Cox-Webb, Guided Historical Tours, was copied for Council and referred 1:0 the Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee. This concludes the Consent Agenda. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Shirley announced that he will be giving a Mayor's Report at each meeting at least until the election. Mayor Shirley answered questions in the newspaper from "Council Watch" that implied certain facts which in many cases were false. Mayor Shirley explained that there have been no loans from the Storm Drainage fund stating that $1,380,357 has been collected, $478.080 has been spent since 1987, leaving a current balance of $902,276. Mayor Shirley explained that the Gateway Project has not yet been adopted by the City, is presently before the Planning Commission and that actual cash outlay from the City is $8,875. Mayor Shirley explained that at present there are 20 employees in the Police Department: 12 full-time and 8 part-time. In the Planning and Building Department there are 9 employees: 8 full-time and 1. part- time. Mayor Shirley also explained that the only funded pro:lect in the Capital Improvement Program is the Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant and the rest are listed for citizen and Council discussion: the "New Hospital Project" is a proposed bond issue of the Hospital Board and not the city. PUBLIC HEARINGS Street Vendor Ordinance. Mr Harper explained the ordinance and its history. Mayor Shirley opened the hearing to the Public. rUchael Beckham, owner of the expresso cart in front of the Water-street Deli, was recognized and questioned whether the ordinance was needed and stated that the fees are excessive and stat43d his concerns throughout the ordinance. Mr Beckham also questioned the signage. Cindy Wolpin was recognized and commented on street vendors' use of public property, suggested the use of daily permits and an exemption for street musicians. Kathryn Jenks was recognized and added that year-round business use of the sidewalk is different than one that is here just during the peak summer months and should take precedence. Ms Jenks stated that she does not see much difference in leasing public right-of-way, city dock, or Point Hudson for private use and that it should be done in a consistent manner. Michael Beckham was recognized and adde!d that he does pay a monthly rent and a percentage of profits to thE! Water Street Deli, pays insurance, etc, so he does have overhead over the purchase of the cart. There being no further testimony, Mayor Shirley closed the hearing to the Public and turned to the Council for disposition. After a lengthy discussion of abutting versus adjoining property owners, area restrictions, property owners versus renters or lessors, permit revocation and re-application, signage, placement of vendors, fee rebates, equity in stree!t use, appropriate use of public right-of-way, it was the consensus of the council that additional information is needed before a decision can be made. Councilmember Jones made a motion that the Council continue discussion of this ordinance until October 15, 1991" which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO 2254 AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING THAT PROPERTY WITHIN 200 FEET OF A PUBLIC SEWER, RATHER THAN 160 FEET, BE REQUIRED TO CONNECT TO THE PUBLIC SEWER; PROVIDING FOR NEW TIME PERIODS WITHIN WHICH CERTAIN CONNECTIONS SHALL BE MADE; 295 296 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTHMBER 3, 1991, Cont. AMENDING SECTIONS 13.04.010, 13.08.025, 13.08.035, 13.08.040 AND 13.08. Olf5 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE; AND ES'rABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr Wheeler explained the ordinance. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Clise made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2254 which was seconded by Councilmembl~r Westerman and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Swan Hotel Restrictive Covenants. Mr Harpe::- explained the concerns about the language proposed in the Restricti ve Covenants to the Conditional Use Permit for the Swan Hotel and Ordinance No 2250. After discussion of parking requireme!1ts, transient versus residential uses, and enforcement provisions, councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Councilr-econsider the Planning Commission recommendations and amend Ordinance No 2250 and the Swan Hotel Conditional Use Permit at the next meeting, which was seconded by Councilmember Clise and passed unanimously by voice vote. COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF REPORTS Affordable Housing. Councilmember WestE!rman announced that a proposal for a draft ordinance for accessory units from the planning and zoning sub-committee will be in the packets for the next Councilmeeting. Pink House Ad Hoc. Councilmember Camfield announced a Pink House Ad Hoc Committee meeting for 7:00 PM on Sep'tember 4, 1991, at which time they will consider a proposed Request for Proposal for use of the Pink House to be brought to the next Councilmeeting for approval. Mr Grove stated that the proposed request for proposal has been sent to the State Historic Preservation Officer for any comments he might have. - Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Kenna reported that the Committee had a preliminary meeting with Vantage Homes with regard to their proposed 28 residential home project. Councilmember Kenna set a meeting of the Committee for september 16, 1991, at 5:00 PM to consider vantage Homes proposal for 28 residences adjoining Cook Avenue. Third councilmeeting per month. After discussion, Councilmeetings were set for October 1, 15, and 29,1991, and November 5,12, and 19, 1991, to try three meetings per month before an ordinance is adopted. Water/Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch ::;et a meeting of the Committee for September 26, 1991, at ~¡:OO PM at the Porter Farmhouse to discuss a request from Jenn:Lfier Kettle for relief from sewer fees and other topics to be adc,ed. Port Waterline. RESOLUTION NO 91-7(' A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH THE PORT OF PORT TOWNSEND FOR CONSTRUCTION AND FUNDING OF A WJ.TER MAIN LINE IN AND THROUGH PROPERTY OF THE PORT OF PORT TOWNSEND WITH THE CITY OF PORT ']'OWNSEND. Mr Wheeler explained the resolution and ]~r Harper explained the contract. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 91-70 which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 3,1991, Cont. Bid Authorization. Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the Council authorize a call for bids for construction of the Port of Port Townsend water line which was seconded by Councilmember Jones. Mr Grove noted that there will be an emergency appropriat,ion to allocate funds for this project at a later date. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Federal Emergency Management Agency Grant. Mr Wheeler anl1lounced the receipt of Federal Emergency Management Agency Grants of about $40,000.00 for disaster assistance for the winter storm daRlage to the parks, Lord's Lake, streets and water lines. Friends of city Dock. Mr Wheeler announced that the next Rleeting of the Friends of city Dock will be held at the Porter Farmhouse at 5: 00 PM on September 9, 1991, at which time the dock and the Jackson Bequest will be discussed. Mr Wheeler also reporte!d that there is a potential for an increase in the $150,000.00 grant received from the Interagency Committee for OUtdoor Recreat~ion to 50% of the total project cost. Chelan Agreement. Mr Wheeler reported that there is a Clallam County and a Jefferson County group meeting fairly regularly and working on the issue of how this project is to work. Wastewater Treatment Plant. Mr Wheeler indicated that they are trying to finalize the engineering report with the State on the Wastewater Treatment Plant in order to bid the project. Water Treatment Plant. Mr Wheeler announced a meeting on September 19,1991, at 7:00 PM in the Jefferson County Courthouse to discuss health related concerns and alternative forms of filtration. Mr Wheeler also announced a tour of the skagit County Filt:ration Plant, which is similar to the type of plant we would have to build, on September 25, 1991. Gateway Plan. Mr Hildt announced that the Planning comnllission meeting on the Gateway Plan set for September 12, 1991, has been canceled because the State Director of the Department of Transportation will be unable to attend. Sandwich Board Signs. Mr Hildt reported the recommended ordinance from the Planning Commission on sandwich board signs will be! ready for hearing on September 17, 1991. Building Official. Mr Hildt reported that the interviews arE! being held by Jan Zimmer, Bob Little and himself and that a decision will be forthcoming. City Update. Mr Hildt reported that the first monthly "project Status Information Report" will be in the Port Townsend-Jefferson County Leader publication of September 4, 1991, and that comments are requested. Energy Code Workshop. Mr Hildt reported at an Energy Code Workshop with the State Energy Office will be held on September 5,1991, at 5:45 PM in City Hall. State Environmental Policy Act. Mr Hildt reported that a workshop will be held on September 4, 1991, at 10:00 AM in the Jefferson County Courthouse to learn the latest about SEPA and additional work for agencies. Point Hudson Steering Committee. Mr Hildt reported that the Point Hudson Steering Committee will meet on September 5, 1991, at 4:00 PM. 29,7 298 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTt:MBER 3,1991, Cont. General Obligation Bond. ORDINANCE NO 2259 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCI1J OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AMENDING ORDIN1~CES NO 2235 AND 2253 TO CHANGE THE MATURITY DATE OF THE CITY'S LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND, 1991. Mr Harper and Mr Grove explained the ordinance. 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 Jones and passed unanimously :~y voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Coun:::ilmember Jones made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2259 which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimol1s1y by roll call vote. NEW BUSINESS Maritime Organizing Committee Contract. RESOLUTION NO 91-71 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIl, OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE JEFPERSON COUNTY MARITIME BICENTENNIAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE. Mayor Shirley explained the contract and }J[r Harper explained the resolution. Councilmember Kenna made a mDtion that the Council adopt Resolution No 91-71 which was secondeèl by Councilmember Clise and passed unanimously by voice vote. civil Infractions Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO 2260 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A UNIFORM PROCEDURE FOR THE PROSECUTION, HEARING AND DETERMINATION OF VIOLATIONS OF CITY ORDINANCES DESIGNATED AS CIVIL INFRACTIONS, PURSUANT TO RCW 7.80, AS NOW OR HEREAFTER AMENDED, AND ES~~ABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr Harper explained the ordinance and Mr Grove read the ordinance by title for the first reading. Franchise: Peninsula Tours. ORDINANCE NO 2261 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING TO PENIN~mLA TOURS A FRANCHISE TO OPERATE A TOUR SERVICE. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title for the first reading. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION Util;j.ty Discount. During discussion of c, letter from Al Ramey suggesting the raising of the income for qualification for utility discount for senior citizens and Supplemental security Income recipients, Mr Harper and Mr Grove WerE! requested to gather information for the next meeting. Commercial Recycling- councilmember McCulloch advised the Council of an article regarding Senior Environmental Corp volunteers trained by the Department of Ecology to ajvise small businesses I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 3,1991, Cont. where they can reduce or recycle waste upon request which is presently in Clallam County. Styrofoam. Mayor Shirley reported that he had received a call from Washington D C stating that the grass-roots effort of Port Townsend on the styrofoam issue had been discussed. Note of Appreciation. Councilmember Kenna stated his appreciation for the city Fire Department's quick action to put out a fire in a vacant garage in back of the printery while he was a"tlray on vacation. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting adjourned at 9:30 PM. Attest: ß~l~ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17,1991 The City Council of the city of Port Townsend met in regular session this Seventeenth day of September 1991, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent S Shirley presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean Camfield, John Clise, Vern Jones, Michael Kenna, Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsley and Sheila Westerman. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, City Attorney Keith Harper, Director of Planning and Building ~[ichael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. PUBLIC COMMENTS Joyce Cox-Webb, Guided Historical Tours, was recogniz~~d and requested that the Franchise Ordinance for Peninsula Tours t~ held until she has been properly notified by mail as prescribed in her franchise ordinance. John Sudlow, one of the owners of the N D Hill Building and reporting to represent eleven other property owners, was recognized and commented on the transient accommodation ordinance stating that without the ability to lease rooms for periods longer than 29 days, many of the motels in the Historic District would not be able to stay in business throughout the year. Ruth Skogman, co-owner of the Palace Hotel, was recogniz'ed and agreed with Mr Sudlow saying that the 29 day limit in an entire year is too restrictive, particularly during the winter when fishermen with boats being repaired or millworkers here for the length of a job are here for longer periods of time. David Hero representing the Main Street Farmer' s MarkE~t was recognized and requested an extension to the end of the g'rowing season for the market. 299