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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/02/1994 I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2,1994 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this Second day of May, 1994, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Bill Davidson, Dan Harpole, Julie McCulloch, Diane Perry-Thompson, Ted Shoulberg, Robert Sokol, and Sheila Westerman. Also present were Clerk- Treasurer David Grove, Police Chief Jim Newton, City Attorney Dennis McLerran, Planner Dave Robison, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt, Engineer Randy Brackett and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. INTRODUCTIONS AND/OR RECOGNITIONS Mayor Clise introduced Lois Venarchick, an appointee to the Arts Commission confirmed by Council last month. Mr Grove introduced Jeanie Orr, a new Deputy Clerk in the Clerk- Treasurer's office. Mayor Clise introduced the following volunteers at the Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Center and Rothchild House: Barbara & John Baker Trudy Bell Marion Canby Lindsay Colitses Jean Dunbar Leah Hammer Katy Johnson Jean Kimball Natalie Lansing Gail & Don Marioni Don McConachie Laurie & Bill Medlicott Alice Minick Lorraine Nichols Chris Peterson Marjorie Proffitt Dave & Susan Ross Shirley Stahl Nancy White Don Wright CONSENT AGENDA Jan Baker Black Sharon Black Bob Carrasco ZoeAnn Dudley Carol Hader Connie Johnson Grace Jones vi Koenig Steve Levin Roth Mason Sally McDole Cheryl Merrill Bill Morris Wade Osmer Sid Powell Patience Rogge Skip Skinner Helen Thorwardson Patty Wickline Councilmember Westerman 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 March 7, reading. Approval of the following Bills and Claims: 010 094 110 120 130 150 170 301 312 318 Current Expense Garbage Street Library Park Hotel/Motel Emergency Medical Services 94 Storm -Property Acquisition 94 WWT Treatment Plant Comp 94 WWC Geographical Info Sys 1994, as wri 1:ten without $ 22,754.59 36,322.06 3,501.08 13,643.73 4,345.88 94.15 2,099.74 500.00 7,450.74 5,682.40 563 564 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2,1994, Cont. 330 331 333 334 370 411 412 500 93 Water Quality Improvements 94 Water System -Tri Area CT Comp 94 Water System -Standpipe 94 Water System -Trans Tri Area F.A.U.S. Construction Project Water-Sewer storm and Surface Water Equipment Rental 8,917.11 449.50 1,096.25 6,877.39 312.88 19,290.11 1,276.26 1.845.73 $ 136,459.60 Total Approval of Appointment: James W Biedel to the Arts Commission Adoption of Resolutions: RESOLUTION NO 94-66 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING HEALTH DEPARTMENT CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH JEFFERSON COUNTY. RESOLUTION NO 94-67 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING A LATECOMER UTILITY CONTRACT PURSUANT TO RCW 35.91. Harold Gruver has constructed or caused to be constructed a 6-inch water line in Cleveland Street within the service area of the City of Port Townsend. RESOLUTION NO 94-68 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH JACKSON & PROCHNAU, INC., REGARDING AN APPRAISAL OF PROPERTY IN THE CITY LAKE WATERSHED. RESOLUTION NO 94-69 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH POLARIS ENGINEERING AND SURVEYING, INC. FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING SERVICES TO EXTEND THE LITTLE QUILCENE RIVER TO LORDS LAKE WATER TRANSMISSION PIPELINE. Sidesewer Contractor's License Approval: Ed Hawley, 23rd & Sherman Street Communications: A letter dated April 15, 1994, from Jon LeVeque, Director, Washington State Family Policy Initiative announcing a Family Service Restructuring state-wide teleconference was copied for Council. A letter dated April 21,1994, from Sally McDole, Interim Director, Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program, announcing the selection of Peggy Thompson to be the new director of the Domestic Violence/ Sexual Assault Program was copied for Council. This concludes the Consent Agenda. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2,1994, Cont. NEW BUSINESS Resolution for the Port Townsend Little League. RESOLUTION NO 94-58 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CIfry OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING CITY STAFF fro PROVIDE MATERIALS FOR AN IRRIGATION CONNECTION TO THE FAIRGROUNDS WATER SYSTEM AND ALLOWING FOR CREDIT TO THE FAIRGROUNDS FOR BOTH BASE AND COMMODITY FEES FOR WATER AND AGREEING TH.ÀT NO SDC IS REQUIRED. Mr Wheeler and Councilmember Shoulberg explained the resolution. Councilmember Shoulberg made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-58 which was seconded by CouncilmE:!mber Sokol. After a lengthy discussion including Mr Wheeler and :Mr McLerran, Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the main motion. be amended: that the second "Be it Resolved" end after the ",ord "fees", addition of "Be it Resolved that the City, Port Townsend Little League and the Fairgrounds negotiate a services agreemEmt in return for the above services to be approved by the City Council IU which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. The main motion passed unanimously by voice vote. PUBLIC COMMENTS Byron Ruby was recognized and commended Councilmember Shoulberg for trying to save the City some money a while back, quest:ioned a trip to Virginia by the Police Chief; if the Police Chief lives :in Port Townsend yet, does he pay taxes or vote in Jefferson County and suggested that if he does not live here, he should givt~ up his job. Mr Ruby suggested that the City Attorney position be an l31ected position rather than appointed. Terri Choate was recognized and stated that the resignation of the ci ty Attorney opens the opportunity for the position to t~lected rather than appointed. Ms Choate also questioned the Budget Adjustment Ordinance later on the agenda. Mr Grove rE~sponded that the budget proposal was introduced at the last Council meeting and has been available for public inspection during the last two weeks, that public hearings are not required but could be if the Council wishes. PUBLIC HEARINGS Rental Rates. Policies. and Procedures for the Pope Marine Park Community Building. Mr Wheeler and Councilmember Harpole explained the ordinance setting the rental rates, policies and procedures for the Pope Marine Park Community Building and its background. After discussion, Mayor Clise opened the hearing to the Public. Terri Choate was recognized and questioned the fee structure. Council- member Harpole responded that the rates were considered by the commi ttee and are comparable to other rates in town. Lois Venarchick was recognized asked about the rate structure. council- member Harpole read the rates from the ordinance. }Is Venarchick stated that she feels that the fees are too high. There being no further testimony, Mayor Clise closed the hearing to the Public and turned to Council for disposition. 565 566 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2,1994, Cont. ORDINANCE NO 2403 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND ESTABLISHING A NEW CHAPTER 3.37 ENTITLED "POPE MARINE BUILDING USE REGULATIONS AND CHARGES", ESTABLISHING RULES AND FEES REGARDING THE POPE MARINE BUILDING WHICH ENCOURAGES ITS USE BY LOCAL RESIDENTS AND FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. After a lengthy discussion of the fees, maintenance of the building and the floating dock, use of alcohol on City property, reservation and cancellation policy, category of user, including Mr Grove, Mr Wheeler and Mr Hildt, Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg which was passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Council- member Harpole made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2403 which was seconded by Councilmember Davidson and passed unanimously by roll call vote. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITTEE REPORTS Economic Development. Councilmember Sokol reported that the group met and went through the notebooks put out by staff. The group will meet again on May 4,1994, at 4:00 PM to further discuss the information. Councilmember Westerman announced that the new director of the Economic Development Council (EDC) has resigned as he will become the director of the EDC for the State of Texas. Housing. Councilmember Perry-Thompson reported that the first meeting of the Committee will be on May 5, 1994, at noon in the Council Chambers. Transportation. Councilmember Westerman stated that the Committee has not scheduled a meeting as the members have not yet been named. Mayor Clise confirmed that the members have not officially been named and requested a list of who the proposed members of the Committees are. Utilities/capital Facilities. Councilmember Shoulberg reported that there have been a number of meetings with staff and it has been concurred that a joint Committee will be formed. Members will be appointed as soon as possible. A brief discussion of a deadline for appointment to the Committees ensued. Coordination. Councilmember Harpole responded that part of the problem is defining the exact duties of this Committee and that meetings with staff are continuing. Councilmember Harpole stated that a discussion by Councilmembers of the duties of each committee, a timeline, parameters of the Committees should be held by June 27, 1994, even though the committees will be working earlier. A discussion of the process including Mr Hildt ensued during which Special councilmeetings were set for May 11,1994, at 5:00 PM and June 27,1994, at 7:00 PM. Planning/Building. Mr Hildt reported that a meeting will be held on May 3,1994, with the Chairpersons of the Utilities and Finance Committees and the firm of Henderson and Young to discuss the Capital Facilities Plan scope of work and a budget and then meet with the County later in the day to discuss things that can be joint efforts. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2,1994, Cont. STANDING/ADHOC COMMITTEE REPORTS Transportation. Councilmember Westerman reported that the Commi ttee met and discussed traffic concerns with the residents along Blaine street. A meeting of the Committee was set for May 23, 1994, at 11: 30 AM in the Council Chambers to complete the dialogue with that neighborhood. Public Safety. Councilmember Sokol reported that the Committee met and discussed some of the requirements for a Public Safety Building, has tentatively scheduled a visit to the Bonney Lake facility and then a meeting of the Committee is set for May 23, 1994, at 1:00 PM in City Hall. Parks & Property. Councilmember Harpole reportE!d that the Committee met, discussed the 35th & Umatilla property and rE~ceived a petition signed by 49 neighbors expressing their concern about the City's plans for the property. Councilmember Harpole also reported that the Commi ttee madE~ a few last minute adjustments to the Pope Building Reservation Policy. Councilmember Harpole announced that the next mee'ting of the Committee is set for May 10, 1994, at noon to discuss the public process to come to a consensus for use of the 35th & Umatilla property, finish discussion of the Chetzemoka Park facility reservation policy, the Pink House and damage to tht~ Welcome to Port Townsend sign by grafitti artists~ Councilmember Harpole reported that the Committee is working on maintenance issues, a possible low fence and signage a1: the prairie Reserve at the Golf Course and is still waiting for a scope of work from the Department of Natural Resources for Union Wharf. Councilmember Harpole reminded Council of a meeting on May 9,1994, at 7:30 PM at the Fire Hall to meet the Volunteers. Finance. Councilmember McCulloch reported that the Committee had held a study session and discussed preliminary goals and policies in the financial management of the City and set a meeting of the Committee for May 13, 1994, at noon to further this discus8ion. A meeting of the Committee was set for May 18, 1994, at noon to meet with the union and a representative of the Fire Department in the Mayor's Office. Housing & Community Services. Councilmember Perry-Thompson reported that the Port Moderate Risk Waste Facility hopes to be open in the fall with the main facility being at the landfill, so please hold hazardous waste until then. councilmember Perry-Thompson reported that she had attended a Peninsula Regional Transportation Planning Organization meeting at Alderbrook Inn in Mason County and prioritized 5 Intermodel Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (Grant Program) projects which will go on to a higher level before the State ma~:es the final decision. Councilmember Perry-Thompson reported that the Commi tt:ee will meet on May 9, 1994, at noon to discuss the idea of a Community Newsletter to be put out quarterly and that there are t:wo proposals to look at. 567 568 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2, 1994, Cont. Utilities. Councilmember Shoulberg reported that the Committee met and discussed the Little League proposal which was adopted earlier on the agenda. Councilmember Shoulberg and Mr Wheeler reported on issues discussed at a Water Coordinating Utility Council meeting in Tacoma and how the water commodity is tied into so many issues within the state. The city is a member of the American Water Works Association and thus the Washington Water Utility Council. Councilmember McCulloch gave a brief report on the status of the Chelan Agreement; stated that the Water Advisory Committee will be hosting a meeting with the Chelan representatives on May 5 1994, at 5:15 PM in the Pope Marine Building; there is a Jefferson County meeting on May 10,1994, a public meeting in the Chimacum Grange on May 17,1994, at 7 PM to present the draft plan; the final meeting will be on May 24,1994, and that the plan goes to the Department of Ecology after that. The Council will vote on May 16, 1994, to authorize Councilmember McCulloch to vote on the plan. Public Safety. Councilmember Sokol reported that he had attended a Board of Health meeting where the concerns of the Council for the questionnaire were discussed. A brief discussion ensued. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Clise proclaimed the month of May 1994, as "Poppy Days" in Port Townsend. STAFF REPORTS Planning/Building. Mr Hildt reported that there is an AWC (Association of Washington Cities) satellite broadcast conference on May 5,1994, entitled "Basics for the Land Use Decision Maker" sponsored in part by the AWC Risk Management Service Agency at the Court House at 7:00 PM. Mr Hildt reported that one of the 2 appeals on the environmental determination for the Jefferson General Hospital expansion has been dropped and that the other appellant will make a decision in the next couple of days since many of the issues have been resolved. A brief discussion of the hearing ensued during which Mr Hildt offered to get more information from his files. City Attorney. Mr McLerran reported that the most difficult thing about leaving Port Townsend is leaving the people he has been working with here in city government and went on to praise the professional quality of the staff. Mr McLerran explained the status of the G2B/Sullivan suits stating that the City has been successful on the four summary motions that were filed: 2 issues were conceded and 2 were favorably decided for the City. A brief discussion ensued. Public Works. Mr Wheeler reported that the five foot thick concrete pour for the base of the standpipe will be done on May 5, 1994, starting at 7:00 AM. Mr Wheeler reported that the Wetland and Stormwater Advisory Committee (WETSWAC) is back and a meeting has been called for May 9,1994, at 4:30 PM at Fort Worden. Mr Wheeler also reported that he has changed the public hours for the Public Works office to 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM although staff will be working from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2, 1994, Cont. Mr Wheeler reported that the dedication of the Wastewa1:er Treatment Facility and the Biosolids Composting Facility will be held on May 6, 1994, and encouraged all Councilmembers to attend as the Department of Ecology and dignitaries will be present. Fire Department. Chief Scott thanked Councilmember Pe:rry-Thompson for spending the evening at the Fire Hall and invi bed any interested Councilmember to do the same. Chief Scott thanked Bonzo DeLeo for cutting the grass around fire hydrants in the City. Water Advisory Committee To Restore Exhausted Ecosystems (WACTREE). Councilmember Shoulberg thanked Mr Wheeler for the -tour of city owned forests on behalf of the Committee and rE~ported that recommendations for a strategy for management of the timber 1;¡ill be forthcoming. Clerk-Treasurer. Mr Grove reported that an inventory of computer equipment and software owned by the city is being done to establish feasibility for further interconnecting the systems. Mr Grove announced that Deputy Clerk Jeanie Orr will be starting work on May 9,1994; that the Annual Report will be done; that the State Auditor will be here this year, and that reservations for Chetzemoka Park are escalating. Planning /Building. Mr Hildt gave the agenda for the Jefferson General Hospital determination hearing scheduled for ~Iay 16, 1994, as previously requested by Council. PUBLIC COMMENTS/QUESTIONS Mayor Clise opened the meeting for Public Comment,s/Questions. There being none, Mayor Clise closed the Public Comme:nt/Questions portion of the meeting. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No 2400 Amending the 1994 Budget. ORDINANCE NO 2400 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $80,000 TO THE CURRENT EXPENSE FUND, $700 TO THE LIBRARY FUND, $27,000 TO THE HOTEL-MOTEL TRANSIENT TAX FUND, $18,300 TO THE 1993 G 0 BONDED PROJECTS FUND, $2,030,000 TO THE UNION WHARF RECONSTRUCTION FUND, $13,200 TO THE WATER-SEWER FUND, MAKING FINDINGS Å,ND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Mr Grove explained the ordinance and read it by title. council- member Westerman made a motion that the second reading be considered the third and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch which was passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Council- member McCulloch made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2400 which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg. }.fter a brief discussion, the motion passed unanimously by roll call votE~. 569 570 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2, 1994, Cont. Resolution Accepting Bid for Composting Screen. RESOLUTION NO 94-59 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND DECLARING CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT COMPANY TO BE THE LOWEST, RESPONSIVE, RESPONSIBLE BIDDER FOR THE COMPOST SCREEN AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT AWARDING THE BID TO CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT COMPANY OF LAKE OSWEGO, OREGON. Mr Wheeler explained the resolution. Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-59 which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote after a brief discussion. Resolution Authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding for Jefferson County owned Properties. RESOLUTION NO 94-60 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGARDING COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY WHICH IS WITHIN CITY LIMITS. Mr Wheeler and Councilmember Harpole explained the resolution. After discussion, Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-60 which was seconded by Councilmember Harpole and passed unanimously by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS Ordinance for Capital Improvements Program Changes. ORDINANCE NO 2404 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1994 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM TO INCLUDE SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDS FOR VARIOUS PARKS PROJECTS. Mr Wheeler explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance by ti tIe. Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Counci1mernber Sokol. After discussion including Mr Hildt and Mr Wheeler, the motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. After further discussion, Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2404 which was seconded by Councilmember Davidson and passed unanimously by roll call vote. City/County Interlocal Agreement Resolutions. RESOLUTION NO 94-61 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN ADDENDUM MODIFYING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AND JEFFERSON COUNTY FOR THE BIOSOLIDS COMPOSTING FACILITY'. Mr Wheeler explained the resolution. After a brief discussion including Mr McLerran, Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-61 which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg and passed unanimously by voice vote. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2, 1994, Cont. RESOLUTION NO 94-62 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN INTERLOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT RELATED TO A WATER LINE RELOCATION PROJECT FOR CHIMACUM ROAD IMPROVEMENTS. Mr Wheeler explained the resolution. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-62 which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman. After a brief discussion, the motion passed unanimously by voice vote. City/Jefferson Transit Interlocal Agreement Resolution. RESOLUTION NO 94-63 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH JEFFERSON TRANSIT AUTHORITY TO PAY THE TRANSIT AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS TO UTILITY SYSTEMS RELATED TO THE PROPOSED HAINES PLACE PARK & RIDE. Mr Brackett explained the resolution. Councilmember We!sterman made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-63 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolution to Sign a Public Works Trust Fund Loan Application. RESOLUTION NO 94-64 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A PUBLIC WORKS TRUST FUND LOAN APPLICATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000,000 FOR WATER PROJECTS. Mr' Wheeler explained the resolution. After discussion, Council- member Davidson made a motion that the Council adopt Resolu1:ion No 94-64 which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberçr and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolution Adopting a Community Direction Statement as a Guide for Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan. RESOLUTION NO 94-65 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A COMMUNITY DIRECTION STATEMENT FOR THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND TO USE AS A GUIDE IN DEVELOPING THE CITY'S GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT (GMA) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. Mr Hildt explained the resolution. After discussion including Mr Robison, Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-65 which was seconded by Councilmember Perry-Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. position of City Attorney. Councilmember Sokol explained that this is on the agenda at his request in order to discusB making the posi tion of city Attorney an elected one rather than appointed. Mayor Clise explained that advertisements for the position have been prepared assuming that it would remain an appointed one. A lengthy discussion including Mr McLerran and Mr Hildt ensuHd. Mayor Clise requested that Council try not to take ne~' projE:!cts to Mr McLerran as he will not be able to finish everything he already has in the month remaining before he leaves. 571 572 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 2,1994, Cont. ADJOURNMENT There being no further motion that the meeting Attest: . Westerman made a Mayor ~~ Clerk-Treasurer MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SESSION OF MAY 11, 1994 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in special session this eleventh day of May, 1994, at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers of city Hall, Mayor John M Clise presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Dan Harpole, Julie McCulloch, Diane Perry-Thompson, Ted Shoulberg, Robert Sokol, and Sheila Westerman. Councilmember Bill Davidson was excused. Also present were Deputy Treasurer Vera Franz, Police Chief Jim Newton, Planner Dave Robison, Planner Eric Toews and Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC PRESENT Members of the audience present were Greg Bennett, Dave Peterson, Jeff Hamm, Chuck Enfield and Port Townsend Leader reporter Kim Bradford. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE Mr Robison explained the Growth Management Act requirements, county-wide policies, procedural criteria and minimum guidelines. Discussion of the planning process and schedule; roles of staff, ci ty Council, Planning Commission and Citizen Workgroups; workgroup coordination; and general public involvement ensued. ADJOURNMENT There being no further adjourned at 6:52 PM. Clise d clared the meeting . Attest: ~~ Clerk-Treasurer I I I