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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/15/1983 465 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 15,1983 The City Council òf the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 15th day of March, 1983, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent Shirley presiding. ROLL CALL I Councilmembers present at roll call were Joseph Ciprioti, Janis Hunt, Jean Camfield, F~ieda Imislund, Dale Judy, Mike Kenna and James Parker. Also present were City Attorney Glenn Abraham, City Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, and Public Works Director Ted Stricklin. MINUTES Councilmember Judy made a motion to approve the minutes of March 1, 1983, as written and to dispense with the reading of them which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims were presented for payment: I Current Expense Street Park Arterial Street Hotel/Motel Transient Tax Emergency Medical Services Federal Shared Revenue Kah Tai Lagoon Park Water/Sewer Equipment Rental $ 3,008.58 3,024.90 753.10 1,119.50 1,734.75 670.66 108.40 240.83 17,341.66 2,572.88 Councilmember Judy made a motion that the bills and claims be paid from the proper funds which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. COMMUNICATIONS The Council received a letter dated March 10,1983, from Kristine and Robert DeWeese, Jeneen and Stephen Hayden, contE~nding that the vacation of Lawrence Street between Kearney and Decatur Streets (Ordinance No. 1930) was illegal because it does abutt water in the S.E. corner, presenting a copy of a recorded survey of the ordinary high water line as determined by Doctor Ronald Phillips, and requesting that the Council acknowledge and correct this error now to avoid the costs and delays of the legal action under- taken. Councilmember Ciprioti made a motion to refE~r this to the City Attorney which died due 'to a lack of a second. Mr. Abraham indicated that it would be inappropriate for the Council to take any action on this request until such time as the court rules on the action taken by the Council. I An environmental checklist dated March 9, 1983, frorn the Port of Port Townsend was copied for the Council on the placement of 12 anchor bouys along the waterfront. Mayor Shirley referred this to the Legislative Committee. A Notice of Hearing on Application for Franchise of Public Utility District No.1 to provide a water system in Glen Cove at 10:30 A.M. Monday, March 28, 1983 in the Office of the Jefferson County Commissioners was copied for the Council. Councilmember Hunt asked if the Water/Sewer/Street Committee has met to consider the other requests for water in Ocean Grove, etc. The answer was no. Mayor Shirley announced that the Council will conduct a hearing on the proposed Comprehensive Water Plan on March 29th. 466 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 15, 1983 CONT. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Stephen Hayden was, recognized and spoke in favor of their request to repeal Ordinance No. 1930 vacating Lawrence Street because he has given them more complete information showing that it abutts water. He suggested that this will speed up the expansion of the Care Center because they will reconsider the north end of the building. COMMITTEE REPORTS I Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Kènna reported that the committee is recommending that a proposed negative declaration be issued on the rezone request from Doctor Lynn. He made a motion to that effect which was seconded by Councilmember Ciprioti and passed unanimously by voice vote. Ms. Thelma Scudi was recognized in behalf of the Arts Commission and reported that the Commission has endorsed the Kinetic Sculpture Race on October 9, 1983. It was indicated that the Commission is not sponsoring the event and it is not a fund raising activity. A discussion ensued on liability insurance, the controversy of beer advertising in support of this activity, etc. Mr. Mark Welch was recognized and reported that the development of a park at the Kah Tai Lagoon did not score very high with the Citizen Committee of'the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation. This was a shock to the Park Board who had received positive indica- tions from their staff. Ms. Lois Flury indicated parti~l: funding may be possible with additional lobbying. Mayor Shirley requested that the Water/Sewer/Street Committee examine the proposed drainage ordinance and report on their findings because he would like an ordinance in force. He reported there will be a meeting on March 21st with the Department of Transportation on the repair of Water Street before it is turned back over to the City. A discussion ensued on the development of a sign ordinance and ferry terminal signing. ' I Councilmember Hunt asked for an explanation of the traffic control devices placed on Jefferson Street at Tyler and requested that the Water/Sewer/Street Committee consider a change at this location. Mayor Shirley indicated that he would like to go over the sight with the Police Chief. Hè indicated that Washington Street at Sims Way is being considered for a one way street. BID OPENINGS The following bids were opened and read aloud on the restoration of pilings under the Marine Park Community Building and Madison Street Wharf: ' -, - Diversified Diving Service $24,310.00 Redford Diving & Salvage, Inc. 24,882.00 After a brief discussion, Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the award of bid be tabled until next councilmeeting which was seconded by Councilmember Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. I OLD BUSINESS An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 790 (Street Digging Permit). Mr. Stricklin was recognized and explained that this draft has been prepared as'requested in'order to raise the cost of the permit and establish a sufficient bond to cover necessary street repairs. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Hunt made a motion that this draft be referred to the water/Sewer/Street Committee which was seconded by Councilmember Ciprioti and passed unanimously by voice vote. 467 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 15, 1983 CONT. RESOLUTION NO. 83-4 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A REVISED JEFFERSON-PORT TOWNSEND SHORELINE MANAGEMENT MASTER PROGRAM I After a brief discussiòn with David Goldsmith from the Jefferson County Planning Department and John Floyd from the Port Townsend Planning Commission, Councilmember Kenna made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 83-4 which was seconded by Councilmember Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS Variance Applications No. 383-01 and 383-02-Harmon & Mulligan Enterprises. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council conduct a public hearing on these applications at the regular meeting April, 19, 1983, w.hich was seconded by Councilmember Ciprioti and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Shirley recessed the meeting at approximately 8:45 P.M. to an executive session to consider two personnel matters. The meeting reconvened at 9: 25 P.M. with all Councilmemb,er present. RESOLUTION NO. 83-5 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT PLANNER AGREEMENT WITH JOHN FLOYD I Mayor Shirley explained that one of the items under consideration during the executive session was the possibility of hiring John Floyd to do some work for the Council and the Planning Commis- sion. Councilmember Judy read the resolution in full. Council- member Kenna made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No. 83-5 which was seconded by Councilmember Judy and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Shirley explained to Mr. Floyd that the City would need a letter from him resigning from the Planning Commission. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting adjourned at 9:39 P.M. ~~ ATTEST: I ~~ CLERK TREASURER MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SESSION OF MARCH 29, 1983 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in special session this 29th day of March, 1983, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Pro-Tern Dale Judy presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Jean Camfield, Joseph Ciprioti, Janis Hunt, Frieda Imislund, Dale Judy, an6 Mike Kenna. Also present were City Attorney Glenn Abraham, City Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, and Public Works Director Ted Stricklin.