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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/18/1983 I I I 1 5 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 18, _19!l~_- ~,,'-=-=---=""=-,=-= -------- .. ----.---.- . . . -TOO.- f The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session¡ this 18th day of October, 1983, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers! of City Hall, Mayor Brent Shirley presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Janis Hunt, Jean Camfield, Frieda 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 Imislund made a motion to approve the minutes of pctober 4, 1983, as written and to dispense with the reading of rh~Ch was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously VOlce vote. ! I I i them by . BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims were presented for paymEmt: Current Expense $14,748.41 Street 5,234.68 Library 113.92 Park 993.00 Arterial Street 5,031.50 Hotel/Motel Transient Tax 167.50 Emergency Medical Services 471.82 Federal Shared Revenue 718.58 Water/Sewer 9,310.30 Equipment Rental la~5g2.~0 Payroll 819.34 I Memorial Fund 3,948.91 Ilcouncilmember Hunt made a motion that the bills and claims be paid from the proper funds which was seconded by Councilmember Judy and passed unanimously by voice vote. ! COMMUNICATIONS ¡The Council received a letter dated September 24, 1983,. from Alice ~inebarger to David Grove, requesting information on the D.L.I.D. proposed to serve the northwest protion of the City. On September, P7, 1983, Ted Stricklin sent her a letter in response which was alsQ roPied for the Council. . Fhe Council received a letter dated September 27, 1983, from Donald C. Scott expressing support for the formation of a Utility Local ¡Improvement District to provide se,.¡er service to SeavÍE!w Estates. ~ letter dated September 30,1983, from Patricia Floyd to Norman Brooks, Commissioner of the Washington State Employment: Security pepartment was copied for the Council urging them to take positive Fction to increase the office hours in Jefferson County. Mayor Shirley explained that she would like the Council to ¡::end letters 11of their own encouraging them to keep the unemployment office open longer. fhe Council received a claim for expenses dated October 1, 1983, in i Fhe amount of $35.04 from Josephine E. Crist alledged as a result of. F plugged sewerline near the corner of Cosgrove and Madison. Council- ~ember Camfield made a motion to pay this claim which ~7as seconded by Councilmember Judy and passed by voice vote. Councilmember Parke,r roted against the motion. þn October 5, 1983, the Council received a resignation from Wanda ßlack of the Planning Commission effective November 1, 1983, because rer job is now requiring more time. I 16 ----------------- ------------------- MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 18, 1983 Cont. --- -- ------ --- --------- -- ---------- -;-------- -An environmental checklist dated October 5, 1983, from V.J. Gregory was copied for the Council on the proposed short plat of 1.2 acres on Jackman Street north of 53rd. Mayor Shirley Leferred this to the Legislative/Environmental Committee. An environmental checklist dated October 10, 1983, from Wilhelm and Shirley Rudolph was copied for the Council o~ a proposed debris ! barrier on the water side of a building at 923 Water Street. Mayor Shirley referred this to the Legislative/Environnental Committee. The Council received a letter dated Octover 13, 1983, from John Kassebaum indicating that in his opinion there is sufficient suppor for the formation of a Utility Improvement District and the City Council should investigate the possibility further. It was indicated this is on the agenda later in the meeting. I The Council received a letter dated October 17, 1983, from Curt Danielson, President of the Port Townsend Chamber of Commerce urging the Council to rescind its decision to contribute $1,000.00 to the Fair Toll Coalition. Councilmember Hunt indicated that the Finance Committee would have a report on this. On their desks this night the Council has a letter from Josephine Crist dated October 17, 1983, expres~ing her support of the proposal that the City put in a sewer to serve Seaview and Fowler Park Subdivisions. The Council received a letter dated October 17, 1983, from Sutherl~nd McLean of American Heritage Corporat,ion requesting that they re- 'consider their decision to name Carter....,GelloraiJd' Assòciates as---th . City's agent of record because of his firms expertise, the fact that the City has saved money and increased protection as a result of their bid and accompanying service, and no indication of wrong doing on their part. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Hunt made a motion to return to American Heritage CoIporation as the City's agent of record which was seconded by Cot.:ncilmember Judy. The motion failed by voice vote with three Councilmembers voting against the motion. Councilmembers Camfield, Jt:,dy, and Hunt voted in favor of the motion. I ANNOUNCEMEN~S Mayor Shirley proclaimed October 25, 1983, as "[lay of Unity Againsti Domestic Violence". Mayor Shirley announced the appointment of Jay Gibson to the Planning Commission. CO1'1HITTEE REPORTS Finance. Councilmember Hunt reported that she émd Councilmember Imislund serving as the Finance Committee this ~7eek are recoTIlmending that the Council reverse their decision to send $1,000 to the Fair Toll Coalition. Mayor Shirley indicated that he is holding the warrent pending a decision by the whole Council. Councilmember Hunt made a motion that the warrent be voided and the decision to , provide this support be reversed which was seconded by Councilmernber : Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Hunt indicated that she would like the Ccmncil to reconsider the rais.e scheduled to go into effect f¿r their meei:ing reimbursement. Mr. Abraham indicated that he doubted whether the compensation could be changed after people have f.iled as candidates for positiOThI'S coming up for vote. Councilmember Hunt made a motion to conduct a budget hearing on the 1984 Preliminary Budget starting at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, December 5, 1983, wlilich was seconded by Councilmemlber Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. I i I I 17 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION Ç>F OCTOBER 18, ",,~-~}~=--~~I1_-t:_~.;c.=--=-=~ I I -'-----.-..---- -- .----------.--.-------..'.'-----'.-----'.-------------. _..,-_...._---..._- - ------..-.--_. -,,-_.- PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Use of Federal Shared Revenue. Mr. Grove explained that the legislation has not been enacted to provide the City with any additional revenue sharing funds, but funding at the previous rate is expected. Mayor Shirley opened the hearing to the audience. . Ms. Anne Sigman was recognized and requested that the City continue ¡ to support the County Recreation Department. Mr. Peter Simpson. was recognized and requested that these funds be used to support the County Recreation Programs and programs to curb domestic violence. There being no further testimony, Mayor Shirley closed ¡the hearing to the audience. councilmember Imislund n:!quested that Mayor Shirley include the Juvenile Diversion Program for funding from the Federal Shared Revenue Entitlement. ]~r. Grove explained that the next hearing with regard to Federal Shared Revenue will be as part of the regular budget hearing scheduled for! December 5, 1983. BID OPENING ¡Mr. Grove opened and read aloud the following bids to purchase the \ 1952 Willys Jeep declared surplus by the Council: Lester D. Hunt $556.01 I Jim V. Gleason $530.00 IcounCilmember Judy made a motion that the Council accept the bid of- Lester Hunt which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed. unanimously by voice vote. Call for Bids on Gamefield for Kah Tai Lagoon Park. Mr. Grove explained that a price which would be below the dollar amount requiring a call for bids could not be negotiated with Wells Fargo. Councilmember Imislund made a motion to authorize the call for bids which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. : Utility Local Improvement District for Seaview Estates. Mr. : Stricklin explained that there is quite a bit of work involved to I determine what percentage of support the City has for this proposal' at this time. It was determined that further discussion should be : delayed until the November 15,1983, regular council meeting. Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies Statement. Councilmember Kenna suggested some additions which were not included in the I'draft proposed by John Floyd. A brief discussion about sensitive areas and modifications to the zoning ordinance, Councilmember Imislund made a motion to adopt the goals and policies statement as part of the Comprehensive Plan with the additions offered by Councilmember Kenna in substance which was seconded by Councilmember !Judy and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Shirley declared a recess at this time, approximately 8:50 : P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 8:59 P.M. with all Councilmembers ! present as before constituted. Street Vacation Application No. 683-04 - Discovery Timber Co. Mr. : Floyd presented the Council with a map designed to clearly depict where the proposed portions of 15th, Gibbs, and Katherine Streets are relative to Discovery Road and other streets in the immediate area. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Hunt made a motion to approve the proposed street vacation as defined in the map supplied by Mr. Floyd and authorize the ordinance to be prepared. which was seconded by Councilmember Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. : I NEW BUSINESS ¡Great Northwest Federal Savings and Loan Office Building Plans. !Mr. Ralph Lintz of Great Northwest Federal Savings and Loan was recognized and requested the Council's approval of the site plan and architectural design for a new banking facility at: the corner 1 8 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCOTEER 18, 1983 Cont. I . ------------------------ --- ----- - --- - ------ of Rearney Street and Jefferson. He presented artists conceptions and a site plan showing access from Kearney Street. He explained that the building they desire to build would be a brick structure with arched windows which has been built twice already, once in Spokane and again in Federal Way. During the discussion that followed, Councilmember Kenna indicated that the Legislative/ Environmental Committee has requested. that the architects meet I with the committee to discuss ways the ,plans can be modified to bring the building in tune with the rest of the community. Mr. Lintz indicated that the bank does not want the plans modified but I instead to be identical to the others in order to portray a certain corporate image. He indicated that they are willing to posi tion it on the property in any way the Council desires. After 1 a brief discussion, Councilmember Hunt made a motion to approve the proposed site plan and architectural design which was seeohded by Councilmember Parker but failed by three Council members and the Mayor voting against the motion. Council members Hunt, Parker and Judy voted in favor of the motion. I Zoning Ordinance Amendments. Mr. Abraham explained that the changes proposed need to be referred to the Planning Commission so that they can conduct the required public hearing. He suggested that they be required to report back by tþe first meeting in December. Councilmember Camfield made a motion to that effect which was seconded by Councilmember Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. IIi Animal Control Ordinance. Mr. Abraham explained that among other things, this ordinance decriminalizes the offenses. The rest is not a radical change from what we now have. It was suggested that I before the City adopts a new ordinance, Bayshore Enterprises should I have an opportunity to comment on the changes since they are under I contract to enforce the animal control laws. ORDINANCE NO. 1969 I I I I I, Mr. the AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FeR A~IMAL CONTROL AND ENFORCEMENT, PENALTIES AND FEES RELATIN~ THERETO, A~D RE- PEALING ORDINANCES 1692 AND 1937 Grove read the ordinance by title. Mayor Shirley suggested that Council wait until the next council meeting to make a decision. ORDINANCE NO. 1970 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINA~CE NO. 1903 AS AMENDED. I Mr. Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilm=mber Hunt made a I motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilme:nber Kenna and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr. Grove reaj the ordinance by title. Councilmember Hunt made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1970 which was seconded by Councilmember Judy anj passed unanimously by roll call vote. Call for Bids on Used Truck. Councilmember Kenn2 made a motion to authorize a call for bids to provide'the City with one one-ton used truck which was seconded by Councilm¡pmber Imislu:1d. It was explainlfd that the truck used by the Parks Depàrtment is nJ longer operational and needs to be replaced. Mr. Stricklin explain=d that a larger truck will better meet their needs. The motion :?assed unanimously by voice vote. I- i I , 19 ,MINUTES OF THE REGULAR, SESSI9N .C?F: O~TC?}3ßR 18,_- !:9f~}_.Ç<?:r:~_._----,,=,--~_-O.._,,-,-- AD,JOURNMENT . -,------_.- ----- - ----- ---- '------------.-----....---..--.---.-------------'--------.- - - - - -.- I ¡There being no further business, the Mayor declared the meeting ¡adjOUrned at 10:16 P.M. ~~ I ~ ð AZ4~ ¡City Clerk I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEHBER 1, 19,83 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 1st day of November, 1983, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent Shirley presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Joseph Ciprioti, Janis Hunt, Jean Camfield, Frieda Imislund, Dale Judy, Mike Kenna and. James Parker. Also present were City Attorney Glenn Abraham, City i Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, and Public Works Director Ted Stricklin. MINUTES Councilmember Ciprioti requested that the minutès reflect the fact I that he asked to be excused from the October 18, 1983 ' meeting I and that the names of the people voting for and against the motion be listed with the motion. With these corrections Councilmember Ciprioti made a motion to approve the minutes of October 18, 1983, I as corrected and to dispense with the reading of them which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. I BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims were presented for payrnent: Current Expense Street Library Park Emergency Medical Services Federal Shared Revenue water/Sewer Equipment Rental Firemen's Pension and Relief Payroll Memorial Fund $25,810.18 1,995.82 3,779.02 949.07 2,046.64 332.79 10,766.79 706.30 1,679.06 30,483.96 500.00 Councilmember Hunt made a motion that the bills and claims be paid from the proper funds which was seconded by Councilmerooer Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. I COMMUNICATIONS A letter dated October 13, 1983, from A.M. O'Meara, Chairman of the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners to Mayor Shirley was copied for the Council expressing appreciation for the assist- ance of Ted Stricklin in selecting an engineer for Je::ferson County. I II An environmental checklist dated October 14, 1983, from pèople' s Bank was copied for the Council on the proposed construction of r a park and parking lot on llO feet of Harrison Street between Water Street and Port Townsend Bay. Mayor Shirley referred this to the I Legislative/Environmental Committee.