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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 2, 1993, Cont.
Point Hudson Advisory Committee has requested time in Octo::>er to
present the results of Phase II of the Point Hudson Planning
Process.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Councilmember Jones made a
motion to adjourn which was sec ed d passed unanimously at
11:16 PM.
Attest:
Mayor
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 16, 1993
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular
session this sixteenth day of August, 1993, at 7:00 PM in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presidinq.
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 Deputy City Treasurer Vera Franz,
Ci ty Attorney Dennis McLerran, Police Chief Jim Newton, Director of
Planning and Building Michael Hildt and Public Works Director
Robert Wheeler.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Kathryn Jenks was recognized and thanked the City for responding
with the letter dated August 12, 1993, from Kit Perkins reqarding
the contaminated soil at Fort Worden. Ms Jenks stated thai: there
is a contract for the excavation of 11 more fuel tanks at the Fort
going out to bid soon, and that there are other fuel tanks that
have not been excavated, so there is the potential for a future
problem.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following i'tems on
the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Camfil~ld and
passed unanimously by voice vote.
Approval of the Minutes for July 19,
reading.
1993,
as written "Ii thout
Approval of the following Bills and Claims:
Current Expense
Street
Park
Emergency Medical Services
Waste Water Treatment Facility
Water Quality Improvements
'93 GO Bond Projects
Water-Sewer
Storm and Surface Water
Equipment Rental
Firemen's Pension and Relief
Total
$ 46,280.86
5,399.02
722.00
1,654.01
Const 474,630.99
16,243.65
19,702.42
39,017.45
7,573.71
4,974.53
1.034.30
$ 617,232.94
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setting Hearings:
Madge Wallin Variance Application for 9-20-93
Approval
of Appointments to Water
1. Paula Mackrow
2. Debbie Berreth
3. Guy Rudolph
4. Richard Reed
Advisory Committee:
Adoption of Resolutions:
Authorizing Mayor to Execute Lease for Bartlett Building.
RESOLUTION NO 93-97
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
THE ATTACHED LEASE WITH G RODNEY JOHNSON FOR
OFFICE SPACE IN THE BARTLETT BUILDING TO
REPLACE THE EXISTING OFFICE SPACE OCCUPIED BY
THE CITY ATTORNEY.
Authorizing Change Order #1 -Biolsolids Compostinq Facility.
RESOLUTION NO 93-98
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER # 1 FOR UNANTICIPATED
EARTHWORK AT THE BIOSOLIDS COMPOSTING
FACILITY.
Authorizing Change Orders -City Dock Reconstruction.
RESOLUTION NO 93-99
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A
CHANGE ORDER FOR THE CITY DOCK RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT.
Authorizing Dechlorination Change Order #10 -WWTF.
RESOLUTION NO 93-100
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
APPROVE A CHANGE ORDER #10 FOR DECHLORINATION
ADDITIONS AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT
FACILITY.
Water Payback Agreement -Wales.
RESOLUTION NO 93-101
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING A LATECOMER WATER
UTILITY CONTRACT PURSUANT TO RCW 35.91.
Raymond A Wales has agreed to construct a 6-inch water line in
curtis Street within the service area of the City of Port Townsend
in Jefferson County.
Sewer Payback Agreement -Lansdon.
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RESOLUTION NO 93-102
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING A LATECOMER WATER
UTILITY CONTRACT PURSUANT TO RCW 35.91.
Dyrk Lansdon and Tom Todd has agreed to construct an 8-inch sewer
line in Landis Street from 57th to 56th Streets for 258 feE~t, and
a 6-inch sewer line east in 56th Street for 136 feet within the
service area of the City of Port Townsend in Jefferson County.
Communications:
A letter dated July 12, 1993, from Robert Forbes and seven others
concerning the storm water that collects at the Admiralty Inlet end
of Lawrence Street was copied for Council.
A letter dated July 26, 1993, to the Editor of the LeadE!r from
Linda Rohrs in opposition to the proposed Kur Ort Developm~~nt was
copied for Council.
A letter dated July 26, 1993, from Larry Mulvey, Presiden1:, Port
Townsend Chamber of Commerce extending thanks and laurels to City
employees for Crowd Control at the Recreation Center on July 22,
1993, for the Chamber of Commerce forum for the proposed Kur Ort
project was copied for Council.
A letter dated July 27, 1993, from Jordan Pollack citing traffic
problems on Blaine Street between Tyler and Harrison Stre~~ts and
suggesting possible solutions was copied for Council and rlaferred
to the Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee.
A letter dated August 2,1993, from the Tri-Area Preschool looking
for a new home and proposing use of the Golden Age Club Building
was copied for Council and referred to the Parks/Property
Committee.
A letter dated August 3, 1993, from David Goldsmith, Je:Eferson
County Director of Community Services requesting the release of the
$10,000.00 regional services supplemental funding enhancements held
in contingency was copied for Council and referred to the :~inance
Committee.
A memorandum from Mike Mortensen, President, Library Board,
including the 1992-1993 Library Board Report was copied for Council
on August 3, 1993.
A letter dated August 3, 1993, from Craig Ward, Director, Jefferson
County Planning and Building Department, as formal notification as
required under RCW 36.70A.I06 (1) that Jefferson County intends to
adopt development regulations designating Interim Urban Growth
Area Boundaries by October 4, 1993, was copied for Council.
A letter dated August 5, 1993, from Sally Robbins McDole in
opposition to the Kur Ort project being built on Water street was
copied for Council.
A letter dated August 6, 1993, from Kate Jenks to Kit Perkins
requesting a written response to the issue of whether the city
considers the site where the State Park Department at Fort Worden
has dumped soils containing substances classified as 'hazardous' to
be in an environmentally sensitive area was copied for Council.
A letter dated August 6, 1993, from Michael Hildt to crail;J Ward,
Jefferson County Planning and Building Director thanking him for
the joint staff workshop on Urban Growth Boundaries and requesting
information for public workshops before the Port Townsend Planning
commission was copied for Council.
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A letter dated August 9, 1993, to Mayor Clise from Alice B
Tawresey, Chair of the Fare Policy Committee, Washington state
Transportation Commission, to provide an alert to the second phase
of the new fare system for users of the Washington State Ferries
was copied for Council.
A letter dated August 9,1993, from John Clise to David Goldsmith,
Jefferson County Director of community Services, stating that his
letter requesting release of the $10,000.00 regional service
supplemental funding that was transferred to the contingency fund
will be discussed at the Finance Committee meeting on August 18,
1993, at 5:00 PM was copied for Council and referred to the Finance
Committee.
A letter dated August 9, 1993, from Orabelle Connally including
suggestions for the 1994 Budget Presentation was copied for Council
and referred to the Finance Committee.
A letter dated August 10, 1993, from Paula Amell enclosing a copy
of her letter requesting renewal of the Conditional Use Permit for
the Puffin & Gull Apartment Motel was copied for Council and
referred to the Legislative/Environmental Committee.
A letter dated August 10, 1993, from Michael Hildt to Candidates
appearing on Port Townsend Ballots suggesting that they consider
complying voluntarily with the Port Townsend Sign Code with their
political signs was copied for Council.
A letter dated August 12, 1993, from Patricia Warren, Director,
Jefferson County Historical society reporting that the Board of
Trustees voted to urge the City Council to take no immediate action
regarding the Pink House and to continue the search for funding
and support for the restoration and use of the house was copied for
Council and referred to the Parks/Property ComInittee.
A letter dated August 12, 1993, from Rebecca Coral-Seales in
opposition to the Kur Ort project was copied for Council.
A letter dated August 12, 1993, from Teresa Goldsmith suggesting
that the policy for utility charges on un-occupied residences be
changed was copied for Council and referred to the Water/Sewer
Committee.
A letter dated August 12, 1993, to Kate Jenks from Kit Perkins,
Planning and Building Department, clarifying whether a particular
site in Fort Worden is located in an Environmentally Sensitive Area
(ESA) and whether any development action on the site would be
subject to the ESA ordinance was copied for Council.
A booklet Don't Say You Didn't Know. Homelessness in a Rural
County, a community Report: Jefferson County, Washington, by
Dierdrei L Keegan was distributed to Council in the packets for
this meeting.
This concludes the Consent Agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Kevin Sanford street Vacation. Mr Hildt reviewed findings and
conclusions of the Kevin J Sanford Street Vacation Application No
9306-15 recommending its denial, Draft A, and recommending
approval, Draft B. Mayor Clise opened the hearing to the Public.
Kevin Sanford was recognized and spoke in favor of his application
and stated there is a wetland area in the winter and there is a
pond on the other side of McPherson that is there most of the year.
His main concern is the standing water under his house and the
neighbors have water under their homes since the drainage is very
poor. Mr Sanford then stated that he has no further plans for the
property other than recreation. There being no further testimony,
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Mayor Clise closed the hearing to the Public and turned to Council
for disposition. After discussion of restrictive covenants and
vacating lot lines including Mr Sanford and Mr McLerran,
Councilmember Jones stated that he is a fairly close neighbor and
feels he should leave the Council Chambers, which he did. After
further discussion of boundary line adjustments, utility corridors,
lack of a comprehensive street/transportation master plan, density
and impervious surface reduction, including Mr McLerran, Mr '~heeler
and Mr Hildt, Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council
adopt the following findings and conclusions and deny Street
Vacation No 9306-15 which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol.
After discussion, the motion passed with four Councilmembers voting
in the affirmative and Councilmembers Westerman and Wolpin voting
against the motion by a show of hands.
Findings:
1.
The applicant proposes to vacate the portion of undeveloped
Thomas street between 13th and 14th streets. The subject
street is located between Blocks I and 180 of the Eisenbeis
Addition to the City of Port Townsend.
2.
The Thomas street right-of-way runs north to south, and was
recently opened to the north across 14th Street to gain access
to lots within Blocks J and 175 of the Eisenbeis Addition.
Thomas Street is also developed to the south from 12th to 9th
Street. A driveway wi thin the Thomas Street right'-of-way
leads to a house located at the northeast corner of platted
14th and Thomas Streets. 14th street is an open and paved
public right-of-way: while 13th Street directly to thle south
provides diveway access for houses located on Block 181 and
180.
3.
McPherson street directly to the west of Block I is being
considered as a possible future arterial street. There is
. currently one house located on Block I: at the corner of
McPherson and 14th streets.
4.
Eight lots front the subject portion of Thomas Stree1:. The
applicant owns all eight of these lots and proposes to
restrict their development to three building sites through the
use of restrictive covenants. The three building sites would
be described as follows: Lots 3 and 4 of Block I which would
access from 13th Street: Lots 1 and 2 of Block I which would
access from 14th Street: and Lots 5-8 of Block 180 'ihere a
residence currently exists and accesses 14th Street 'through
the use of the subject right-of-way.
5.
No water or sewer mains currently exist within the proposed
area to be vacated. All utilities are located in 14th street
to the north. However, the City anticipates the need for the
future use of the subject right-of-way for installation of
water and sewer mains.
6.
The Public Works Director has also stated that the subject
street may also be required to provide future circulation in
the area. Current development requirements include the
establishment of a through access of "T" turn-around for
emergency vehicle access.
7.
puget Power has stated that no services exist wi thin the
subject area.
8.
The Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan policies provide that
limited-access provisions should be incorporated in .traffic
circulation routes whenever possible to provide for public
safety.
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9.
The applicant has stated that the vacation is requested to
restrict access onto 14th street., and to avoid the increased
impervious surface that would be created by the development of
the street.
10.
street Development Permits are required for street
development. All impervious surfaces created by street
development are considered by the City Engineer at the time of
the permit.
Conclusions:
1.
The proposed street vacation could negatively impact future
traffic circulation. Although the vacation would eliminate
the possibility of creating another through access onto 14th
Street, a driveway would still be required to access 14th
Street from Lots 1 and 2 in Block I. In addition, the
vacation may put an additional burden on McPherson Street by
requiring the connection of 13th Street for through access to
Lots 3 and 4 of Block I. Therefore, it is not in compliance
with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
The street proposed to be vacated may be required for future
overall area circulation.
2.
3.
The effectiveness of fire, law enforcement, medical and other
emergency services may be impaired by the proposed vacation.
4.
The portion of Thomas street may be required as a future
utility corridor.
5.
The portion of the street proposed to be vacated is not
required as a current bicycle, pedestrian or equestrian trail
corridor, but the street could be put to those uses in the
future.
6.
The portion of the street proposed to be vacated does not abut
on a body of salt or fresh water.
7.
Because the proposed street vacation does not conform with the
goals and policies contained in the Comprehensive Plan and
does not satisfy the review criteria for street vacations set
forth in Section 12.20.060 of the Port Townsend Municipal
Code, the Port Townsend City Council denies the above
referenced application.
councilmember Jones returned to the Council Chambers.
City of Port Townsend Conditional Use Permit. Mr Hildt reviewed
the findings, conclusions and conditions recommending approval of
Conditional Use Application 9306-01, City of Port Townsend Public
Works Department Temporary Meeting and Shower Facility by the
Planning Commission. Mr Wheeler explained the safety and health
concerns of the state Department of Labor and Industries. Mayor
Clise opened the hearing to the Public. There being no testimony,
Mayor Clise closed the hearing to the Public and turned to Council
for disposition. After discussion, including Mr Wheeler and Bob
LaCroix of the water department, Councilmember Sokol made a motion
that the Council approve Conditional Use Permit No 9306-01 which
was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by
voice vote.
Findings:
1.
The applicant proposes to establish a temporary facility for
meetings and showers in a modular building as a expansion to
the Water, Sewer and Street Department Shop (City Shop). The
location of the proposed project would be within the Beech
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Street right-of-way to the west of Block 61 of pettyqrove's
2nd Addition to the City of Port Townsend within the R-I
zoning district. A temporary building is permitted in -the R-I
zoning district with a conditional use permit. The applicant
is also proposing a street vacation of the subject portion of
Beech Street.
2.
The site is located directly to the west of the existing City
Shop within the platted Beech and S street intersection; to
the east of Cherry-Redwood Street; and to the north of platted
R Street.
3.
The proposed location for the modular building is currc~ntly a
graveled and fenced storage area and is used by Cit:y Shop
personnel for parking and storage.
4.
The applicant proposes to locate a 14 X 65-foot modular office
on the site. The building would be used for meeting space and
shower and locker room facilities for the city water, street,
sewer crews. A more permanent solution for the ci t:y shop
facilities is planned by the Public Works Department and as a
result this facility is intended to be temporary.
5.
The location for the facility was chosen due to its proximity
to existing utility hook-ups. The hook-ups were installed
during the location of another temporary building in 1990.
6.
The need for the shower and washer and dryer facilities was
listed as a safety concern during an inspection by Stat.e Labor
and Industries in May of 1992. The facility is required by
the Washington state Industrial Safety and Health.
7.
Chapter 17 PTMC requires one parking space for each two
employees for all industries except boat building and repair.
During peak season the facility employs 20 employees including
part-time and seasonal workers. Under this designation, ten
off-street parking spaces are required for the shops:. The
applicant states that 35 off-street parking spaces currently
exist on the site. A site inspection revealed 19 informal
parking spaces wi thin the platted and undeveloped Cherry
Street right of way which spaces were nearly all occupied
during inspection on the afternoon of July 15, 1993. The
parking spaces were not formally designated.
8.
The applicant also proposed a street vacation of Beech Street
from the center of S Street to the northern edge of R street.
However, upon review the City Attorney determined that the
street vacation would not be necessary for the temporary use
as long as the record indicated that the use was temporary in
nature and that the applicant acknowledged that the n.eed for
the right-of-way for street purposes would take precedence of
the temporary use.
9.
The applicant does plan to apply for the street vacation along
with a rezone in the upcoming year when a more defini'te plan
for the long-term use of the property can be identifÜ~d.
If the proposed application for street vacation is not ~~ranted
by the City Council the applicant would propose locating the
building to the north of the existing shop. HowevE~r, the
applicant states the alternative location would require the
extension of utilities for the temporary use.
10.
Conclusions:
1.
The proposed use will not endanger the public health or
safety.
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2.
The proposed use, under the conditions specified herein, will
not create a nuisance to the surrounding property owners.
The proposed use will meet all the conditions and specifi-
cations set forth in the R-I zone in which the property is
located.
3.
4.
Under the conditions prescribed below, the proposed use would
not be injurious or detrimental to the adjoining or abutting
property.
The location and character of the use when developed under the
conditions specified herein, will be in harmony with the area
in which it is located and will be in general conformity with
the Comprehensive Plan.
5.
In consideration of the aforementioned findings and conclusions,
the permit is granted as conditioned:
1.
The applicant shall formalize the existing informal parking
area through the placement of bull rails to bring the parking
area into compliance with the PTMC.
The shower facilities shall be fitted with low-flow shower
heads as defined in existing state code.
2.
3.
This conditional use permit for a temporary building shall
expire one year from the date Qf occupancy of the building,
unless an extension of the permit is made by the city Council
prior to its expiration.
4.
A landscape buffer shall be planted to screen the subject
building from view from public streets.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Parkview Preliminary Plat Application No 9009-03 Extension Request.
Mr Hildt explained that Council has received a memorandum from
Darlene Bloomfield and a letter from Lee Wilburn, Vantage Homes,
'requesting a one year extension of the time to file the final plat
on the Parkview Preliminary Plat Application No 9009-03. Council-
member McCulloch made a motion that the Council approve the
Parkview preliminary Plat Application No 9009-03 extension to May
30, 1995, request which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and
passed unanimously by voice vote. .
Enarson Final Plat Approval. Mr Hi1dt reviewed a memorandum from
Darlene Bloomfield stating that all improvements required of the
applicant in the preliminary plat have been completed. Council-
member Jones made a motion that the Council authorize the Mayor to
sign the Enarson Final Plat No 9205-07 which was seconded by
Councilmember Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Clise reported that he had met with the Library Board and
discussed the role of the Board as well as the Mayor's budget. The
Board is doing a salary survey and will be making recommendations
for the 1994 budget. Councilmember Westerman reminded Council that
the Library Board had requested that a Councilmember attend their
meetings.
Mayor Clise reported that the Department Heads have started
discussion on the Capital Facilities Plan; the Planning and
Building Department is putting together a general timeline for
this.
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Mayor Clise reminded Council of the meeting of the Puget: Sound
Water Quality Authority on August 17, 1993, at the County
Commissioner's room at 11:00 AM.
Mayor Clise reported that Summit Cablevision has responded in the
last week or so to a meeting held with them in April reqarding
their requested 15 year lease extension. Councilmember Wolpin
reported that the Federal Regulations have changed during this
period and Mr McLerran reported that there will be issues before
Council on cable rules and regulations by the second mee1:ing in
September. Councilmember Camfield requested that the Technology
Committee of the School District be included in discussions
particularly about what is going to be furnished by thE! Cable
Company as Public Access.
Mayor Clise reminded Council that we are in the initial stage of
setting up a community oriented Police Advisory Committee as
approved by Council and interested citizens are invited to call the
Mayor's office.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF REPORTS
Surface Water Treatment Rule. Mr Wheeler reviewed informa'tion on
nationwide issued related to avoidance of water filtration and the
status of several of the big cities. A brief discussion of
operation and maintenance of a water filtration plant ensuled.
Wastewater Treatment Facility Press Release. Mr Wheeler rleported
on a press release issued by the Public Works Department reporting
that the facility computer shut down the influent pumps to the
Wastewater Treatment Facility on August 7, 1993, at 8:40 P]~. The
software is being checked and revised to assure that such an event
never happens again and there does not seem to be any environmental
damage to the lagoon.
Police/Fire/Animal Control. Councilmember Sokol reported that the
Committee had met and discussed a list of furniture needed by the
Fire Department and that bids were requested to be given to the
Finance Committee.
Councilmember Sokol reported that the Committee also discussed a
1993 Staffing Needs document from the Police Chief requesting an
additional six officers. The Committee is urging the Mayor and
Finance Committee to find funding to expand the Department. A
brief discussion of raising the Sales Tax for this purpose I:msued.
Councilmember Sokol reported that two Police Officers have
resigned: one going to Port Angeles, the other going back to
Florida. He then explained the current status of replacem~ents.
Parks /Property . Councilmember Camfield reported that the Committee
had met and discussed the permanent placement of the original
Haller Fountain statue. The Historical Society has indicated that
they would like to fix a permanent place for it, but would house it
temporarily at the Bell Tower. It was the consensus of Council
that this be done.
Councilmember Camfield also reported that the Committee discussed
a request for the use of the current animal shelter as a homeless
shelter. Councilmember Camfield suggested that a presenta"tion be
scheduled for September 20, 1993.
Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Wolpin reported that the
petition from the residents of Lincoln Beach was turned over to the
Public Works Department. Mr Wheeler stated that this has been an
ongoing problem and is being worked on through the stormwater
Master Plan.
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street/Storm Drainage/Light. Councilmember Jones reported that he
has talked with Jordan Pollack regarding the Blaine Street problem,
and since school will soon be starting, he and the Police Chief
recommend that signs be installed at both ends of the street.
Councilmember Jones made a motion to that effect which was seconded
by Councilmember Sokol. Discussion of signs, the cost and requests
for signs including Mr Wheeler ensued. The motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Councilmember Jones set a meeting of the Committee for September
24,1993, to discuss the Jordan Pollack letter.
Public Works. Mr Wheeler reported that the Free Yard Waste program
is in progress and is being used by citizens. A survey of those
using the program is being taken.
City Attorney. Mr McLerran gave a brief status report on the G2B
litigation and outlined the next steps being taken within the next
two weeks or so.
Mr McLerran then gave a report on the Cable Television regulations
adopted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the
process for the franchise renewal request. There are some
decisions to be made by Council regarding the adoption of FCC
minimum service standards, process for local governments to
regulate rates, let the Federal Government to the regulating or to
do nothing and leave it to the private sector. Information will be
forthcoming for discussion or action at the next meeting. Council-
member Wolpin suggested that the Communications Advisory Committee
be included in this process. Further discussion ensued.
Planning and Building. Mr Hildt reported that street clearing by
steve Cooper in the area of 54th, 55th and Cleveland is under
investigation; the initial digging permit issued by Public Works
and what that meant, confusion between 4 dwelling units initially
which would be exempt under SEPA and 6 to 12 dwelling units
indicated at a later stage. It is now in the SEPA process and
there will be a public hearing on August 25, 1993. A SEPA
determination is expected by the first of September.
Mr Hildt announced that Jeff Hamm, Jefferson Transit, has been
notified that there are some funds that five transit authorities in
the State are eligible to apply for capital grants. The park/ride
lot at 12th and Landis and the other improvements to make it
function (a traffic light at Haines Place) identified in the
Gateway Plan are eligible for funding from this source. An
application will have to be presented by September 1, 1993, which
is short notice. Mr Hildt then explained what would be involved.
Mr Hildt suggested that this meeting be continued until August 25,
1993, at 5:00 PM in order to have firmer numbers and a possible
plan. A brief discussion including Mr McLerran ensued.
Mr Hildt announced a meeting of the Shoreline Commission on August
18, 1993, at 7:00 PM, in the Council Chambers, to discuss
clarifying the shoreline master program administrative procedures.
There will be a meeting at 4:00 PM on August 17,1993, at the City
Attorney's Office to discuss the presentation by the City.
Mr Hildt reported that the County Commissioners have suggested that
the next meeting on Growth Management be held at 4:00 PM on August
26, 1993, to discuss the Urban Growth Boundary. Mr Hildt suggested
that the City Committee (Mayor Clise, Councilmembers Camfield and
Owsley) meet prior to this date to go through issues and strategies
on setting the Urban Growth Boundary. This meeting was set for
August 23, 1993, at 4:00 PM.
Mr Hildt reported that the Capital Facilities Plan, required by the
Growth Management Act, is being worked on by an advisory committee,
the community at large, the City Council and all Department Heads
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on a 6 and 20 year plan for the facilities needed to mE!et the
expected and projected growth in Port Townsend in those time
periods and must have a realistic funding plan. A meeting with the
Finance Committee meeting was set for September 9, 1993, at 5:00
PM.
Parks/Property. Councilmember Camfield reported that the Committee
has not heard from the Friends of the Library about the Pink House.
So far, there has been no one willing to make the commitment to go
the next step of the process. Councilmember McCulloch rl~ported
that Margaret Lee, President of the Friends of the Library, has
spoken to her in hopes that there would be some more time. .~ brief
discussion of the process of the last four years ensued. Council-
member Sokol made a IUotion that a letter be sent to the Frilends of
the Library as notification that the Council is ready to go to the
next step with the Pink House if they do not hear from them in 30
days with a concrete proposal which was seconded by Councilmember
Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote.
NEW BUSINESS
Ordinance Amending SEPA Administration Ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO 2370
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 2367
AND SECTION 19.04.300 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO STATE ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY ACT (SEPA) ADMINISTRATION BY THE CITY,
SPECIFléALLY TO CORRECT A CLERICAL ERROR
WITHIN ORDINANCE 2367 WITH RESPECT TO
EMERGENCY ORDER AUTHORITY IN ENFORCEMENT OF
CHAPTER 19.04.
Mr McLerran explained the ordinance. Ms Franz 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 Sokol and passed unanimously by
voice vote. Ms Franz again read the ordinance by title. Council-
member Owsley made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No
2370 which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed
unanimously by roll call vote.
Ordinance Accepting Department of Ecology Aquaculture Amendments.
ORDINANCE NO 2371
AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SHORELINE
MANAGEMENT, ACCEPTING MINOR MODIFICATIONS
PROPOSED BY THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF
ECOLOGY TO ORDINANCE 2348 WHICH AMENDED THE
PORT TOWNSEND SHORELINE MANAGEMENT MASTER
PROGRAM PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO AQUACULTURE,
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE THEREFORE.
Mr Hildt explained the ordinance. Ms Franz read the ordinance by
title. Councilmember Camfield 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. Ms Franz again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember
Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2371
which was seconded by Councilmember Jones. After a brief
discussion, the motion passed unanimously by roll call votle.
Resolution to Waive Performance Bond for Townsend Builders on
Haller Fountain Project.
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RESOLUTION NO 93-103
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO WAIVE
THE PERFORMANCE BOND FOR THE HALLER FOUNTAIN
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT.
Mr McLerran explained the resolution. After a brief discussion,
Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution
No 93-103 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
LID #1 Segregation.
RESOLUTION NO 93-104
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE CLERK/
TREASURER TO SEGREGATE AN ASSESSMENT FOR LOCAL
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO 1..
Mr McLerran explained the resolution. Councilmember McCulloch made
a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-104 which was
seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
Authorizing Bid Award for Tub Grinder.
RESOLUTION NO 93-105
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
AWARD THE BID FOR A TUB GRINDER FOR THE
BIOSOLIDS/COMPOSTING FACILITY.
Mr Wheeler explained the resolution and the background information
in depth. After discussion including Mr McLerran, Councilmember
Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-105
which was seconded by Councilmember Jones. After a brief
discussion, the motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
Mr McLerran explained the location of his new office in the
Bartlett Building.
Parks/Property. Counci1member Camfield discussed setting a meeting
of the Committee to discuss use of the Golden Age Club by the Tri-
Area Pre School.
A brief discussion of the Orabelle Connally letter ensued.
RECESS
There being no further business, at 10:27 PM, Councilmember Jones
made a motion that the meeting be recessed until 5:00 PM on August
25, 1993, which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
MINUTES OF THE CONTINUED SESSION OF AUGUST 16,1993
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in continued
session this Twenty-fifth day of August, 1993, at 5:00 PM in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presiding.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Vern Jones, Julie
McCulloch, Norma Owsley, Robert Sokol, and Cindy Wolpin. council-
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 16, 1993, Con't.
members Jean Camfield and Sheila Westerman were excused. Also
present were Deputy City Treasurer Vera Franz, City Attorney Dennis
McLerran, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and
Public Works Director Robert Wheeler.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Shoreline Ordinance Public Hearing Set. A Public Hearing on the
Draft Shoreline Amendment Ordinance was set for October 4,1993.
Continued Discussion: Haines Place Project. Mr Hildt explained
the background, the proposed project, the cost estimate and funding
for the grant application for the Haines Place project. The
project includes a signalized intersection at Haines Place and Sims
Way, a connecting road from that intersection to 12th StreE!t, and
a park-ride lot (approximately 3.5 acres) at 12th and Landes. Jeff
Hamm, Jefferson Transit, explained that the state Public
Transportation System Account is the grant source. Mr Hamm then
explained the background, grant application process and evaluation
cri teria, participating agencies and the time frame of the project.
The grant application has to be in to the Departmemt of
Transportation by September 1,1993, and the funds are awarded by
November 1, 1993, have to be expended by June 30, 1995. }. brief
discussion ensued.
RESOLUTION NO 93-106
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO JOIN AS A
PARTICIPATING AGENCY IN THE GRANT APPLICATION
OF JEFFERSON TRANSIT AUTHORITY FOR PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS ACCOUNT FUND ASSISTANCE
FOR PROPERTY ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION FOR
A PARK-RIDE LOT AND NECESSARY INTERSECTION AND
CONNECTING ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THE
VICINITY OF HAINES PLACE, 12TH STREET AND SIMS
WAY-SR20 IN PORT TOWNSEND.
Mr Hildt explained the resolution and noted that there are several
issues that this would help: traffic safety, more parking for
downtown employees, tourists and Recreational Vehicles, special
even parking, connecting the Boat Haven with Point Hudson and
downtown by shuttle, as well as economic development.
Mayor Clise thanked Mr Hamm, Mr Hildt and Mr Wheeler for the work
done on this project. He recommended that Council adopt the
resolution as it fits in the Gateway Plan perfectly and is a good
investment in our future.
Discussion of the ownership of the park-ride lot, this inter!:;ection
being a high priority in the Gateway Plan, several sections of the
resolution, traffic congestion and safety, the opportunity to get
the light, Councilmanic bonding, shuttle service and use of the
property ensued. Diane Perry Thompson was recogni ZE~d and
questioned if there would be a turn lane on Sims Way. Mr Hildt
responded that there would pocket turn lanes. Ms Thompson then
questioned the use of 12th Street. Mr Hildt responded that: there
will be signage and a possible bicycle system. A brief discussion
of the 12th Street stub ensued. Councilmember Sokol made a motion
that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-106 which was seconded by
Councilmember Jones. After a few comments, the motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
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ADJOURNMEWr
Attest:
adjourn which
councilmember Jones made a motion that
was seconded and passed by voice vo
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Mayor
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 7, 1993
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular
session this Seventh day of September, 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,
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, Planner Darlene
Bloomfield, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and
Public Works Director Robert Wheeler.
INTRODUCTION
Chief Newton introduced Ed Green, a lateral entry Police Officer
from the Los Angeles Police Department and his family. Chief
Newton announced that the second new officer is presently attending
the Police Academy and will be introduced at the end of November.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Clise announced that the Public Hearing on the agenda for the
Conditional Use Permit for James Ramey will be postponed until a
later date at his request.
Mayor Clise announced that the Cable Television Legislation
discussion under Committee/Staff Reports will be delayed until at
least 9:30 PM this evening.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lee Arey, representing the Cherry Street neighborhood, was
recognized and stated their concerns for the speed of traffic on
Cherry Street, mainly due to the increased popularity of Fort
Worden.
Kathryn Jenks was recognized and spoke about the procedural side of
the scrutiny by the City of environmentally sensitive areas and
procedure by which this is done. Ms Jenks requested a Legislative/
Environmental Committee meeting with Planning staff and interested
citizens to go over the procedures in applying the ESA and SEPA
ordinances.
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