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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 6, 1993, Cont.
Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council approve $1,000
to the Rhododendron Festival to complete float travel for 1993 from
the Hotel/Motel Fund contingent upon the Chamber of Commerce and
Jefferson County donating the same amount which was seconded by
Councilmember Jones. After discussion, the motion passed by voice
vote with six Councilmember voting in the affirmative and Council-
member Westerman voting against the motion.
Councilmember Owsley reported that the Fire Department has
requested funds from the depreciation fund for a new Chief's car
which is not what the fund is for and that the Committee is not
recommending this purchase.
Ci ty Attorney. Mr McLerran distributed an agenda for the
Jefferson-Port Townsend Shoreline Management Advisory CoItuni ttee
meeting to be held on July 7, 1993, and reviewed a letter to be
sent from Mayor Clise suggesting that the City and County have
separate administration of Shoreline Management Master Programs.
Discussion ensued during which the members of the Legislati vel
Environmental Committee suggested that they attend the meeting
after their meeting adjourns on July 7, 1993, and deliver the
letter.
Clerk-Treasurer.
RESOLUTION NO 93-82
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND DECLARING THE INTENTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL TO ISSUE TAX EXEMPT BONDS TO
FINANCE THE PURCHASE OF POLICE VEHICLES.
Mr Grove explained the resolution. Councilmember Jones made a
motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-82 which was
seconded by Councilmember Owsley. After discussion includiJ1l;} Chief
Newton, the motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Councilmember Jones made a motion
that the meeting be adjourned whi was seconded and passed at
11:24 PM.
Attest:
Mayor
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 19, 1993
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular
session this Nineteenth day of July, 1993, at 7: 00 PM in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presidinçr.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean Camfield, Vern Jones,
Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsley, Robert Sokol, Sheila Westerman and
Cindy Wolpin. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David GroVE!, City
Attorney Dennis McLerran, Police Chief Jim Newton, Director of
Planning and Building Michael Hildt and City Engineer Randy
Brackett.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Keith Marzan was recognized and requested an amendment to one of
the mitigation measures on his Mitigated Determination of Non-
Significance issued on April 19, 1993, to construct 11 single-
family residences at Walnut and R streets. Mayor Clise responded
that this will be discussed under Committee Reports later on the
agenda.
Kathryn Jenks was recognized and reported that there is a dirt pile
near the Chinese Gardens in Fort Worden that is made up of
hazardous material from a leaky fuel line at the Fort. Ms Jenks
feels that it should be inspected to see if an Environmentally
Sensitive Area permit is required before more work is done.
Lowell Matthew, Port Townsend Resident, Prestige Realty, Licensed
Dealer of Manufactured Homes, and President of Prestige properties
in Port Hadlock, and was recognized and requested consideration of
the removal of the restrictions on manufactured homes in the Port
Townsend Building Code. Mayor Clise suggested that Mr Matthew meet
with the Planning and Building Director and possibly the
Legislative/Environmental Committee.
Doug Orsborne was recognized and reported on the night activities
of some kids and people he has seen from his residence at Water and
Tyler Streets.
Paula Mackrow was recognized and stated that the Tree and Brush
Committee has not reviewed the Robichaux request for tree removal
and requested that the Committee be allowed to review the request
before Council takes any action. Mr Brackett confirmed that action
is required by Council in order to have the trees removed because
of time restraints by the applicant, it appears to be a health and
safety issue, and he feels the Tree and Brushing ComInittee would
not have a problem with it. Mayor Clise confirmed that this will
be discussed during staff Reports later on the agenda.
Kathryn Jenks, Tree and Brushing Committee, was recognized and
stated that the ComInittee has a tour scheduled for July 21, 1993,
and that they could include the ten trees in the Robichaux request
and asked that the Committee have the chance to look at it before
a decision is made by Council.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmemher Jones made a motion to approve the following items on
the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol and
passed unanimously by voice vote.
Approval of the Minutes for June 21,
reading.
1993, as written without
Approval of,the following Bills and Claims:
Current Expense
street
Library
Park
Hotel/Motel
Emergency Medical Services
Waste Water Treatment Facility
'93 Water Quality Improvements
'93 GO Bond
FAUS Construction project
Water-Sewer
Storm and Surface Water
Equipment Rental
Firemen's Pension and Relief
Total
$ 113,187.23
2,707.61
16.00
5,361.70
26,889.63
216.96
Const 316,384.69
4,248.41
5,384.03
21.24
22,269.94
40,204.91
5,906.61
191.75
$ 542,990.71
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 19, 1993, Cont.
Adoption of Resolutions:
Setting hearing for street Vacation Application from Kevin Sanford
for August 16. 1993.
RESOLUTION NO 93-88
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING
ON A PETITION FOR VACATION OF A STREET.
Accepting Conditional Donation from Mark Welch.
RESOLUTION NO 93-89
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A
CONDITIONAL DONATION FROM MARK WELCH.
Authorizing the Public Works Director to Sign Construction Change
Orders for the Biosolids composting Facility.
RESOLUTION NO 93-90
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
DIRECT STAFF TO SETTLE CHANGE ORDERS FOR UP TO
$5,000 FOR A SINGLE CHANGE, FOR CONSTRUCTION
COSTS FOR THE BIOSOLIDS COMPOSTING FACILITY.
Authorizing the Mayor to Sign a Professional Services Agreement
with Townsend Builders for the Haller Fountain Basin
Reconstruction.
RESOLUTION NO 93-91
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A
CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH TOWNSEND BUILDERS,
INC. FOR HALLER FOUNTAIN BASIN CONSTRUCTION.
Communications:
À letter dated July 6, 1993, from Nan Toby Tyrrell to the Street
Committee requesting a Deer Crossing sign on Monroe near the Walnut
Street curve was copied for Council and referred to the Street/
Storm Drainage/Light Committee.
A letter dated July 6, 1993, from Charles Barker, ExE~cutive
Director, Jefferson community Counseling Center, announcing that
the Center has received notification of the award of a Washington
State Housing Trust Fund loan to purchase and renovate a
residential property for mentally ill adults in Port TownsE!nd was
copied for Council.
A note to the Parks Board dated July 9,1993, from Mark Welch with
and enclosed donation for a sandbox digging, playground toy was
copied for Council.
A letter dated July 12, 1993, from Patricia Warren, Director,
Jefferson County Historical Society, requesting that the City
transfer the original Haller Fountain Statue to the Historical
Society was copied for Council and referred to the Par:Ks and
prope+~¥ Committee.
A l~tter dated July 14, 1993, from Gary Novak, Alternative
Re~~~ential Forum, stating concerns for homeless shelters was
cop~ed for Council and referred to the Parks and Property
com~~'ttee .
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An open letter to the Thomas's dated July 15, 1993, from Sharon
Durga opposing the Kur Ort Application was copied for Council.
Copies. of newspaper items on Open Space Tax and Shoreline
Management Substantial Development Permit 9304-09 with comments in
the margin from E Zahn was copied for Council.
This concludes the Consent Agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinance Amending PTMC Chapter 19.04 "SEPA Policies". Mr Robison
explained that the purpose of the ordinance is to change the
"responsible official" to make a state Environmental policy Act
(SEPA) threshold determination from the Council to the Planning and
Building Director, and to increase public input earlier in the
process. Mr Robison then explained the ordinance. Mr McLerran
clarified that the Council will hear appeals of the administrative
action by the Director and that this ordinance follows what the
SEPA rules intended. After discussion, including Mr Hildt, Mayor
Clise opened the hearing to the Public. Keith Marzan was
recognized and spoke in favor of the ordinance. Kathryn Jenks was
recogni zed and suggested changes in three areas; 1) the appeal
issue, concerns by a citizen, a responsible official making a SEPA
determination on his own suggestions 2) paying money for appeals 3)
the Council being taken out of a land use decision making process.
Paula Mackrow was recognized and spoke against a fee for an appeal
that is arbitrary. Dana Roberts was recognized, spoke in favor of
the ordinance but had concerns about the Appeals section,
particularly the fee. There being no further testimony, Mayor
Clise closed the hearing to the Public and turned to the Council
for disposition.
ORDINANCE NO 2367
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 19.04 OF THE
PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING STATE
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT PROVISIONS RELATED TO
THE DESIGNATION OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL,
PUBLIC NOTICE AND SEPA ADMINISTRATIVE
PROCEDURES UNDER THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND'S
TITLE 19, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
After a lengthy discussion of the ordinance by page, including Mr
McLerran, Mr Robison and Mr Hildt, 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 by voice vote with
six Councilmembers voting in the affirmative and Councilmember
Jones voting against the motion. Mr Grove again read the ordinance
by title. Councilmember Wolpin made a motion that the Council
adopt Ordinance No 2367 which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol
and passed by roll call vote with six Councilmembers vòting in the
affirmative and Councilmember Jones voting against the motion.
Shorelines Substantial Development Permit Application from the Port
of Port Townsend -Underground Fuel Line Installation. Mr Robison
reviewed the findings, conclusions and conditions for Shoreline
Substantial Development Permit Application SDP9304-09. Council-
member Owsley left the Council Chambers. Mr McLerran reported that
there will be another document related to this proposal at the next
Councilmeeting regarding easements for the pipeline in the street.
Mayor Clise opened the hearing to the Public. Ken Radon,
representing the Port of Port Townsend was recognized and stated
that the Port is in agreement with the conditions of the permit.
There being no further testimony, Mayor Clise closed the hearing to
the Public and turned to Council for disposition. After a brief
discussion, Councilmember Wolpin made a motion that the Council
adopt the following findings, conclusions and conditions and grant
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 19, 1993, Cont..
Shorelines Substantial Development Permit Application SDP9304-09
which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by
voice vote.
Findings:
1.
The subject property is currently developed as the Boat Haven
marina and boatyard, which also contains accessory cownercial
and industrial uses, and is owned by the Port of Port
Townsend.
2.
The applicant, the Port of Port Townsend, proposes to install
underground fuel pipelines from upland, above-ground tanks,
located approximately 250 feet from the marina, to connect to
the Port's fuel dock facility wi thin the marina. The
pipelines will run under existing vehicle and boat storage
areas and under the width of Washington street.
3.
The proposal will also require that the existing floating fuel
dock be extended 75 feet toward the shore. This will require
3 piles to be driven within the marina's waters for anchoring
the fuel dock. A trestle and gangway will be installed to
connect to the new extended fuel dock and provide access from
Washington street.
4.
The subject property is generally level, with the average
slope being about 2%. The site is covered by impE~rvious
(gravel) surfaces used for boat storage, parking area8 and a
portion of the paved Washington street.
The proposed fuel pipeline is considered an utility under the
SMP and is considered a primary use to the operation of a boat
marina. Similarly, extension of the fuel/moorage float dock
is a primary use supporting water-dependent uses. The
proposal is also consistent with the Urban Waterfront Plan's
policies and guidelines for the Boat Haven Marina Dist:rict.
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6.
Currently, temporary fuel tanks are placed on the Coas1: Guard
spit located within the middle of the Boat Haven Marina. In
April 1993, the fuel tanks leaked 1,000 gallons of diesEÜ into
the waters of the marina. underground piping of the fuel
lines from the upland fuel tanks is necessary to service the
fuel dock.
7.
The pipeline will be double-walled to prevent leakage or
rupture of the pipeline from potential seismic events or
from effects of heavy traffic crossing the pipeline. The
pipeline will include leak-detectors, a flow shut-off
val ve, as well as the pipeline being double-walled t:o
contain/avoid spills which could occur if the pipeline is
damaged.
8.
There are no known significant natural or cultural features on
the site. However, the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe has
indicated that the Port Townsend area was once the si t:e of a
S'Klallam village and may contain archaeological resources.
The tribe requests that a trained archaeologist be on-site
during all ground disturbing activities necessary for this
proposal.
9.
According to Port representatives, the project site was once
the site of an estuary which was filled to a depth of 6-.8 feet
in the 1960s by the Army Corp of Engineers for construct:ion of
the marina and boatyard facilities. The trench to be
excavated to install the pipeline will be 2 or 3 feet deep.
Due to prior dredging and filling of the area, th4e Port
believes that there is little possibility of encountering
archaeological resources during trenching or construction
activities.
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10.
The City of Port Townsend issued a Mitigated Determination of
Non-Significance (DNS) for the proposal on May 26,1993. The
City's SEPA threshold determination and the applicant's
environmental checklist are included as Exhibits.
Conclusions:
1.
As documented in the DNS, the proposal should have a net
benefit to the shoreline environment by preventing future fuel
spills directly into waters of the marina. Shading impacts
which may be associated with the expanded fuel/moorage dock
will be addressed by the applicant receiving a hydraulic
permit approval from the Department of Fisheries.
2.
The proposed development will enhance the operation and long-
term use to the floating fuel dock, which is a priority use
under the SMP. The proposed development is designed to
minimize conflicts with other boatyard operations and avoid
conflicts with pedestrian and vehicle access along Washington
Street.
3.
The proposal, as designed, will meet state standards for fuel
storage and underground piping. In addition, the Port is
required to comply with Chapter 173-181 WAC, Facility
Contingency Plans, for their new storage tanks and fuel line
installation of the fuel/moorage dock, is also required to be
consistent with other provisions of local, state, and federal
law -- the pile driving and dock portion of the proposal must
obtain Fisheries HPA approval as well as a Corps section 10
permit.
4.
The fuel line proposal is considered an utility, is consistent
with the policies and performance standards in the Master
Program. The expanded fuel/moorage dock will facilitate
better access to water-dependent and water-related uses and is
consistent with the Master Program.
5.
The proposal, as a whole, is consistent with the goals and
policies of the Urban Waterfront Plan and the Shoreline Master
Program.
Conditions:
1.
Excavation and disposal of construction debris on land must be
done in such a manner that debris cannot enter puget Sound or
cause water quality degradation.
2.
A temporary stormwater and erosion control plan for excavation
and construction activities shall be prepared and approved by
the City Engineer prior to development. The plan shall
control stormwater from the site and provide assurances that
any runoff shall be treated prior to entering any waters of
the state. In addition, the plan shall contain proper erosion
and sediment control practices to be used during construction.
The Port shall submit to the Department of Ecology an oil
spill contingency plan for their new storage tanks and fuel
line facility, consistent with Chapter 173-181 WAC.
The applicant shall contact the Department of Fisheries to
ascertain whether a hydraulic project approval is required.
The applicant shall contact the US Army Corp of Engineers to
ascertain whether a Corps Section 10 permit is required.
The shoreline permit shall include all Findings and
Conclusions of this shoreline permit application and any other
conditions imposed in connection with plans or other permits
submitted for approval.
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7.
The Port will contact the S'Klallam Tribe one week in advance
of initiating trenching and ground disturbance activities
necessary for the proposal.
Councilmember Owsley returned to the Council Chambers.
RECESS
Mayor Clise declared a recess at 9:29 PM.
at 9:33 PM.
The meeting reconvened
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Clise reported that he had joined a group that went to
Seattle in support of the Port's request for a $600,000 loan for
the first phase of the heavy haulout facility which was granted.
Mayor Clise recognized Russ Lopeman for designing and building an
attachment for the sewer tank truck that allows the sprink1ing of
our dirt roads.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF REPORTS
Murray /Schwilke Environmental Checklist. Councilmember Wolpin
reviewed the Environmental Checklist and made a motion that the
Council adopt the following measures and make a Mi 1:igated
Determination of Non-Significance for a rezone for William Schwilke
and Robert E Murray which was seconded by Councilmember Jones.
William Schwilke was recognized and confirmed that he and Mr Murray
agree with the measures. The motion passed unanimously by voice
vote.
A.
1.
Earth
To mitigate possible soil and water erosion hazards during
construction, the applicant shall incorporate erosion and
sediment control measures contained in the Stormwater Manual
to control the rate of runoff from the construction site. The
contractor shall maintain, and improve erosion control
measures on the site during grading and construction, and
shall, at the completion of the project, remove all temporary
erosion control measures.
B.
2.
Air
To mitigate adverse air quality impacts due to dust during dry
weather, construction areas shall be watered to suppress dust.
In order to reduce potential surface and ground water
contamination, chemical dust suppressants shall not bE~ used.
3.
To mitigate adverse air quality impacts on neighboring
residents and businesses, vegetation removed for construction
shall not be burned but shall instead be delivered to the
City-county composting facility on Jacob Miller Road. Tree
trunks and branches larger that six inches in diameter shall
be saved for lumber or fire wood. Every reasonable effort
shall be made to dispose of stumps off-site, but as a last
resort stumps may be burned on-site subject to the following
conditions:
a)
A burn permit is obtained from the Port Townsend Fire
Department.
b)
If smoke appears to envelop or enter any residences or
businesses, the fire shall be immediately extinguished.
c)
Applicant assumes responsibility for any and all smoke or
fire damage which results from burning on-site.
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4.
Water
The applicant shall install an on-site drainage system prior
to final inspection of the warehouse. The system shall be
reviewed and approved by the City Engineer prior to building
permit approval and shall be consistent with the requirements
set forth in the Port Townsend Municipal Code Chapter 16.
D.
Plants
No mitigation.
E.
Animals
No mitigation.
F.
Energy and Natural Resources
No mitigation.
G.
Environmental Health
No mitigation.
H.
Noise
No mitigation.
I.
5.
Land and Shoreline Use
Other than the proposed warehouse described in the
Environmental Checklist and associated parking, all new
construction on the subject sides shall be subject to future
SEPA review and shall be required to submit a SEPA checklist
or addendum prior to application for a building or grading
permit.
J.
Housing
No mitigation.
K.
6.
Aesthetics
All service elements such as garbage receptacles or mechanical
equipment for building or storage areas shall be placed away
from pedestrian walks, preferably toward the rear of
bui ldings, and screened with physical barriers or landscaping.
Light and Glare
No mitigation.
Recreation
No mitigation.
Historical and Cultural Preservation
To mitigate potential impacts to archeo1ogical resources which
may be discovered during excavation, work shall be stopped if
such materials are discovered and the Washington state Office
of Archaeology and Historical Preservation should be notified
immediately, and construction temporarily halted.
Transportation
All future development projects on the subject site shall be
subject to SEPA review. Traffic studies shall be required on
all future developments which are expected to generate
additional traffic.
Public Services
No mitigation.
utilities
No mitigation.
Forest Practices Application -Roger and Jon Evans. Councilmember
Wolpin explained the proposal. Roger Evans was recognized and
confirmed that he is in agreement with the mitigating measures.
Councilmember Wolpin made a motion that the Council adopt the
following measures and make a Mitigated Determination of Non-
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Significance for Forest Practice Application FP02-13601 which was
seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
1.
2.
No timber shall be cut in the Howard right-of-way or the area
designated legally undefined, or on the City's five acre
parcel until transfer of title has been completed betwI;:;!en the
City and proponent.
If a transfer of title is not agreed upon prior to
commencement of logging, the proponent shall ob1:ain a
certified survey delineating the boundaries of the subject
property and clearly field mark the 100 foot buffer area and
the City's five acre parcel boundary. No cutting may begin
until the Director approves the field marking.
3.
If a transfer of title is agreed upon by the proponent and the
City, the proponent shall determine the subject property's
northern property line along SR 20 and field mark the 100 foot
buffer line of trees to be preserved. The proponent: shall
also flag a 25-foot buffer of trees which are to be prE~served
along the western and eastern boundary of the subject
property. The Planning and Building Director must approve the
field marking prior to any cutting.
4.
Timber slash and vegetation shall not be burned but shall
instead be delivered to the City-county composting facility on
Jacob Miller Road. Tree trunks and branches larger than six
inches in diameter shall be saved for lumber or fire ~i1Ood or
taken to the Port Townsend paper mill. Every reasonable
effort shall be made to dispose of stumps off-site, but as a
last resort stumps may be burned on-site subject .to the
following conditions:
a)
A burn permit is obtained from the Port Townsend Fire
Department.
b)
c)
The fire shall be supervised at all times.
The proponent assumes responsibility for any and all
smoke or fire damage which results from burning on-site.
5.
Timber harvesting activities shall occur within the hcmrs of
7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, Mondays through Fridays.
6.
Access to and from the site for logging activities shall be
from Mill Road. The access road must meet access and drainage
control standards required by the Department of Natural
Resources. The access road shall be closed and be reveçretated
upon completion of the logging. Logging shall be completed
within one year unless an extension is granted.
7.
If the area is not converted to another use within two years,
the logged area shall be reforested according to Department of
Natural Resource's acceptable stocking levels.
The applicant is responsible for assuring that all contractors
and subcontractors are informed of these conditions and shall
also post a copy of these conditions prominently on the site
in a weather-protected jacket throughout the logging/
construction period.
8.
Mi tigated Determination of Non-Significance. Keith and Jean lJlarzan,
9309-07. A brief discussion of Mr Hildt's memorandum of July 19,
1993, ensued. Councilmember Jones made a motion that the amEmdment
that follows be approved which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol
and passed unanimously by voice vote.
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Plants
Vegetation shall be removed only for the perimeter of the
structure, plus ten (10) feet beyond, and as necessary as
authorized by the Planning and Building Director for
underground utility construction, driveway and parking areas.
All other existing vegetation shall remain.
Declaring the City's Intent to Pay for certain Waterfront
Improvements with Tax Exempt General Obligation Bonds.
D.
5.
RESOLUTION NO 93-92
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND DECLARING ITS INTENT TO ISSUE
TAX-EXEMPT BONDS TO FINANCE THE CAPITAL
PROJECT WORK IDENTIFIED AS PRIORITY ONE
WATERFRONT PROJECT.
Mr Brackett and Mr Grove explained the resolution. Councilmember
Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-92
which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Tree Removal -Robey Robichaux. Councilmember Jones left the
Council Chambers. Mr Brackett explained the memorandum dated July
15, 1993, from the Development Review Group at Public Works and
that the Tree and Brushing Committee could visit the site this
week. Mr McLerran explained the policy procedures presently
followed and issues involved. Councilmember westerman commented
that she is content to allow this project to go forward with the
stipulation that the Tree and Brushing Committee agree but not if
they disagree. A brief discussion including Kathryn Jenks ensued.
Councilmember Camfield made a motion that Council approve the
removal of the trees providing the Tree and Brushing Committee has
seen the situation and agrees which was seconded by Councilmember
Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Councilmember Jones returned to the Council Chambers.
Pink House. Councilmember Camfield reported that the
Parks/Property Committee has requested something in writing from
the Friends of the Library by the end of July for disposition of
the Pink House indicating that they are going forward with grant
proposals as the Council has to make some determination as to what
will be done.
Police/Fire/Animal Control. Councilmember Sokol reported that the
Committee met and discussed the Community Oriented Policing
Advisory Board Ordinance which is later on the agenda and is
recommending its adoption. A discussion of noise problems,
panhandling, probable drug dealing and drinking on the streets in
the downtown area and other neighborhoods and parks took up the
bulk of the meeting. Chief Newton and Mr McLerran are looking into
an enforceable ordinance and ways to deal with the problems. A
discussion including Chief Newton and Mr McLerran ensued.
Water/Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch called attention to a
memorandum from the Public Works Department dated July 14, 1993,
regarding a water conservation program.
Parks/Property. Councilmember Camfield set a meeting
Committee for August 5, 1993, at noon to discuss letters
with the homeless and the original Haller Fountain Statue
as the Pink House. Mr Grove will attend a meeting of the
of the Library on July 26,1993, at 10:00 AM.
of the
dealing
as well
Friends
Police/Fire/Animal Control. Councilmember Sokol set a meeting of
the Committee for Augusf'4, 1993, at 5:00 PM.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 19, 1993, Cont..
Clerk-Treasurer. Mr Grove reported that the updated pages for the
Port Townsend Municipal Code have been distributed to Council this
evening. Mr Grove reported that there has been a long delay this
time and read a portion of a letter from Book Publishing explaining
the late delivery and stating that the delay will not happen again.
Mr Grove then explained the Budget Ordinance later on the agenda.
Planning and Building. Mr Hildt reported that the Planning
Commission voted unanimously in favor of the Gateway Plan which
will have a Public Hearing during the Councilmeeting on Auqust 2,
1993.
Mr Hildt reported that he has met with Lowell Matthews and others
on mobil homes and has discussed the issue with Mr McLerran. Mr
Hildt then explained the procedures that a change to allo~T mobil
homes will have to go through.
Mr Hildt stated that Mr Robison will investigate the Fort Worden
soil disposal question raised by Ms Jenks earlier in the mE~eting.
Public Works. Mr Brackett reported on the progress of the Haller
Fountain and that the re-dedication is scheduled for Labor Day,
September 6, 1993, but the paving will have to be done next year
along with the drainage project going up Washington street..
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution to Put EMS Levy Before the Electors.
RESOLUTION NO 93-93
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND PROVIDING FOR THE SUBMISSION
TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
AT THE PRIMARY ELECTION A PROPOSITION
AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A REGULAR PROPERTY TAX
IN THE SUM OF $0.25 PER $1,000 ASSESSED
VALUATION EACH YEAR FOR SIX CONSECUTIVE YEARS
BEGINNING IN 1993 TO BE COLLECTED IN 1994 FOR
THE PROVISION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AS
PROVIDED WITHIN THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND.
Mr Grove explained the resolution. Councilmember Jones made a
motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-93 which was
seconded by Councilmember Sokol. After discussion includinq Chief
Scott representing members of the Volunteer Fire Department, Mr
Grove and Mr McLerran, the motion passed unanimously by voicH vote.
Ordinance Amending the 1993 Budget (For Introduction Only).
ORDINANCE NO 2368
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $7,800
TO THE CURRENT EXPENSE FUND; $280 TO THE
STREET FUND; $66,300 TO THE HOTEL/MOTEL
TRANSIENT TAX FUND; $55,000 TO THE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUNDi $86,000 TO THE 1993 GO BOND
PROJECTS FUNDi $2,000 TO THE WATER-SEWER FUNDi
MAKING FINDINGS AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Mr Grove read the ordinance by title and explained that it is for
introduction only. .
ordinance Creating a community Oriented Policing Advisory Board.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 19,1993, Cont.
ORDINANCE NO 2369
AN ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
CREATING A COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING
ADVISORY BOARD, PROVIDING FOR THE MEMBERSHIP
AND DUTIES OF THE BOARD, AND CREATING A NEW
CHAPTER 2. 38 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL
CODE.
Councilmember Sokol and Chief Newton explained the ordinance.
After discussion, Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. council-
member Sokol 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 by voice vote. Mr Grove
again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Jones made a
motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2369 which was seconded
by Councilmember Sokol and passed unanimously by roll call vote.
COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
A brief discussion of Council participation in the Key City News
ensued.
Councilmember Wolpin reported that a video of the "How Things Work
in Your City Government" Informational Meeting on June 30, 1993, is
being put together that will be available to the public and will be
shown on Cable TV from July 21 to July 29,1993, at 7:00 PM.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Clise recessed the meeting into Executive Session to discuss
pending litigation and a real estate purchase including Dennis
McLerran, David Grove, Michael Hildt, Dave Robison, Randy Brackett
and Doug Mason, Public Works Consultant at 11:02 PM. The meeting
was reconvened at 11:55 PM.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further
adjourned at 11:55 PM.
Clise declared the meeting
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Attest:
Mayor
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 2,1993
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular
session this Second day of August, 1993, at 7:00 PM in the Council
Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presiding.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean Camfield, Vern Jones
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Julle McCulloch, Norma Owsley, Robert Sokol, Sheila Westerman and
Cindy Wolpin. Also present were Deputy City Treasurer Vera Franz,
City Attorney Dennis McLerran, Police Chief Jim Newton, Director of
Planning and Building Michael Hildt, Planner Darlene Bloomfield,
Planner Dave Robison and City Engineer Randy Brackett.
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