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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/21/1973 447 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 7, 1973, CONTINUED 8 OLD BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 1684 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 1973, ALLOCATING REVENUE SHARING FUNDS AND OMNIBUS CRIME PREVENTION FUNDS, AND APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET. I The above ordinance was introduced and read for the first time. until the next council meeting. Because of its nature it will be held over u" Councilman Scheyer read a letter to the council explaining his posìtion on the combination of the Clerk- Treasurer's offices. He stated that he was in favor of this move and opposed to having the two issues set forth on the ballot (Le.,.'do you prefer an elected Clerk and Treasurer or do you prefer a Council-Manager form of government). Councilman Scheyer moved that we rescind the previous motion to place these issues on the ballot. It was seconded by Councilman Ciprioti and the roll call was as follows: yaes, Councilmen Scheyer, Ciprioti, Judy and Sahli; nays, Councilmen Camfield and Hufford. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS I It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Hufford that public hearings be set as follows: The Uptown District rezone and the variance request from Alvin G. Faurot for the ~.th of September and the rezone request from J. A. Pedersen and the variance request from Albert and Paula Amell be set for the 18th of September. Motion carried. Councilman Hufford spoke on the request from Mrs. Crist for the city to finance a sewer system to the Seaview Estate area. .He stated that the committee felt it was unreasonable to finance this project at this time and directed that she be answered that it was not feasible for the city to do thÌE:. ADJOURNMENT 8 As there was no further business to come before the councila~this time, it ¡oJ as moved by Councilman Scheyer, seconded by,Councilman Hufford that the meeting do ~ow adi¿urn. Motion carried. MAYOR Attest: ~~Jl~~ , Ci ty J11erk I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 2l, 1973 Port Tòwnsend, Washington The City Council of the City of Port Townsend, met in regular session this 21st day of August, 1973, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Joseph B. Steve presiding. ROLL CALL Officers and members present were as follows: Mayor Steve, City Attorney Abr~ham, City Clerk Pedersen, City Engineer French, and Councilmen Scheyer, Ciprioti, Judy, Camfield, Rosbach, S~hli and Hufford. MTNIITES OF THE PREVIOUS SESSION 8 It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Judr' that the reading of the minutes of the previous session be dispensed with. Motion carried. BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims as audited by the finance commitee were presented for payment: Federal Shared Revenue Fund ..............Voucher No.-9...............$20,OOO.OO I It was moved by Councilman Sahli, seconded by Councilman Hufford, that the bills a~d claims be apprôved as-read and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to draw warrants upon the proper funds for the payment of same. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS A letter from L. Walter Truitt, Secretary, Jefferson County Historical Societ:v, was read in which they thanked the Mayor and City Council for the gift of the first official seal of the '~ity of Port Townsend, Washington Territory. I Æ letter from Randall M. Durant, District Sanitarian, Ol~pic Health District, stated that he could no take up the responsibilities of plumbing inspection for the City of Port Townsend, as r'3quired by Ordinance 1236, and that the responsibility for plumbing inspection and revision of the ordinance should be with the city. COMMITTEE REPORTS Mayor Steve reported that he had the demands from the Teamster's Union and that as soon as the demands of the Firefighter's Union were received, the union contract should be negotiated, perhaps for two years. 8 Regarding the subject of taking over the Jefferson County Humane Society, Glenn Abraham pointed out that the city ought to consult with the county, because they also have an interest in animal control for the county, and because the county levies a half-mill for the purpose. Mayor Steve added that another problem on which we have to consult with the county is that of solid waste disposal. Garbage Superintendent Perkins announced a meeting with the County Commissioners, Wednesday evening, August 22, at 7:00 P.M. to discuss who will take over the dump. It was suggested that the Humane Society question be brought up at the same time. 44b ,.."-~..- ~--------- ---- - -n - -- MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 21 197~ CONTINUED ~ _n - ~---~ ~- - m~_~ _~__n ~~-~.--___~__m~__~__-.__._--~---~'----~ -'¿-'----_____~n__-- -~------- --"",---------- ~--- -- - --~-- ----- ------ -------- - ----------- ---_.------ L At the request of Tom Camfield, Mayor Steve outlined the steps he has taken to alleviate the problem of ferry traffic on Water Street. He ordered the "No Parking" signs removed, and taped over the word "Only" in the signs that said "Ferry Parking Only." Chief Doubek suggested that development of off-street parking was the only likely solution, not only for ferry traffic but also for local traffic in the down-town area. 8 City Engineer French, reported on the status of the Lagoon Park project. The State will not allow the port and county donated property to count toward matching funds. It will therefore be necessary to obtain the donation of privately-owned property to obtain a sum which will then be matched 3 to 1 by the State. He asked authority to draft a letter of intent of donation, to be sent to all private property owners whose land is needed for the park. Estimated cost of the park is $250,000.00. Money not needed for acquistition may be used for development of the park. A motion by Councilman Judy that the City Engineer be given authority to proceed was seconded by Councilman Scheyer and passed unanimously. Revenue Sharing Funds were earmarked as follows: $15,000 for recreational program, the remainder for the fire truck ($50,400 approximately). Motion by Judy, seconded by Ciprioti, passed. The City Attorney was asked to prepare a contract with the school district for the recreational program. I PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Steve opened the public hearing on the Six-Year Street Program. The hearing was suspended while Street Superintendent Hawley made a quick trip to the Street Barn for copies of the program. I In the interim, Jeff Pedersen made a plea from the audience that the city do something about controlling dogs. City Attorney Abraham defended his statement that a leash law would costæout $50,000 a year, stating that it would take at least four full time employees, plus administrative costs, feeding animals, ect. He suggested alternatives, such as limiting the size of dogs, kennel licenses for more than two dogs. Chief Doubek stated that he had a couple of model leash law ordinances, which the Council might like to look at. Councilman Ciprioti suggested that one man working eight hours a day could pick up unlicensed dgos. Councilman Hufford stated that Mr. Cline needed to be given tickets that could be written for wandering dogs. Street Superintendent Hawley, having returned with the Six-Year Street Program, Mayor Steve resumed the public hearing by reading the program. Since there was no comment from the audience the hearing was closed. It wa~ moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Hufford that the program be adopted. Motion carried. 8 OLD BUSINESS Ordinance l684 was read for the second time. It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Judy, that the third reading be by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance 1684 was read again for the third time by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jùdy, seconded by Councilman Camfield that the ordinance be adopted. The roll call was seven yeas and the ordinance was adopted. ORDINk~CE NO. 1685 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1668, AND THEREBY EXTENDING MEDICAL BENEFITS TO ADDITIONAL EMPLOYEES. I The above ordinance was introduced and read for the first time. It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Judy, that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only. Motion carried and Ordinance 1685 was read for the third time by title only. It was moved by Council Camfield seconded by Councilman Ciprioti, that the ordinance now be adopted. The roll call was seven yeas. Motion carried and the ordinance was adopted. ORDINANCE NO. 1686 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. l625, BY THE ADDITION OF A SECTION PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS IN CERTAIN CASES. The above ordinance was introduced and read for the first time. City Attorney Abraham explained why he had put both items in the same ordinance and made motels a condition use rather than a permitted use in R-III. It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Judy, that the first reading be considered the second and the third reading be by title only. Motion carried and ordinance 1686 was read for the third time by title only. It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Hufford that the ordinance be adopted. Roll call was seven yeas and the ordinance was adopted. 8 The Council now took up the matter of the specific conditions which should be placed on the conditional use permit to be issued to John D. Johnson to operate an antique shop in the Hastings House. A letter was read from Mr. Johnson setting forth the following conditions under which he wished to operate: "1. 2. We wish to maintain and improve the structure and grounds with due consideration and respect to its historical signicance. We wish to occupy the property for the combined use as our home and an antique shop/gallery, using antiques as furnishings insofar as possible. We wish to buy and sell antiques, objects of art, and collectibles. , We wish to be permitted to have the option of maintaining daily hours of from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. It should be noted, however, that we plan to conduct our business primarily by appointment to insure security and control within our home, and to negate any possibility of traffic or parking congestion. We request that the term of the permit will allow us, or our heirs, to continue the business indefinately, and that provision be made that if we should ever sell the property the permit be re-issued to the new owner provided they wished to operate a like business under like conditions. We request permission to place a small sign, very low key and blending with the area in which it is placed, stating the fact that antiques are present." I 3. 4. 5. I Discussion centered on the request that the permit be perpetual. It was moved by Councilman Scheyer that the permit be granted on the conditions requested, subject to review by the Council within five years. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rosbach and roll call was seven yeas. Permit granted. ORDINANCE NO. 1687 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SUPERINTENDENT TO LEVY CHARGES FOR DISPOSAL OF AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE BODIES AND PARTS THEREOF, AT CITY DISPOSAL SITES, AND FIXING AND AUTHORIZING CHARGES. 8 The above ordinance was introduced and read for the first time. It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Judy that the first reading be considered the second and the third.~be by title only. Motion carried. Ordinance 1687 was read for the third time by title only. It was moved by Councilman Judy seconded by Councilman Camfield that the ordinance by adopted. The roll call was seven yeas and the ordinance was adopted. ~:t 44H' , MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 21,1973, CONTINUED """f, 8 ORDINANCE NO. 1688 ¡ j ',; AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $6,000 FOR SALARIES AND WAGES IN THE 1973 BUDGET OF THE PORT TOWNSEND GARBAGE COLLECTION SEF:VICE, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. I / ! I The above ordinance was read for the first time and held over. GaTIbage Superintendent Perkins gave three reasons for the ordinance: (1) To implement the solid waste measures; (2) The shortage in extra help because of the unexpected volume of garbage this year; and (3) there is a likelihood that we will be hauling garQage from the Fort soon. RESOLUNTION NO. 73-5 A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO CERTIFY TO THE COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTRIONS, FOR INCLUSION ON THE GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT OF NOVEMBER 6,1973, CERTAIN PROPOSITIONS. I The above resolution was introauced by the Mayor. Councilman Camfield moved for adoption, seconded by Councilman Hufford. Roll call was as follows: yeas, Councilmen Camfield, Rosbach and Hufford; nays, Councilman Scheyer, Ciprioti, Judy and Sahli. Motion failed. ADJOURNMENT. As there was no further business to come before the council at this time, it was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Sahli, that the meeting do now adjourn. Motion earried. 8 Attest: c7~;", ~/ City Clerk (/ MAYOR MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 4,1973 Port Townsend, Washington The City Council of the City of Port Townsend, met in regular session this l~thday of September, 1973, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Joseph B. Steve presidingl. I ROLL CALL Officers and Members present were as follows: Mayor Steve, City Attorney Abraham, City Clerk Pedersen, City Engineer French, and Councilmen Ciprioti, Camfield, Rosbach, Sahli, Hufford present. Councilmen Scheyer and Judy absent. MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS SESSION . It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Hufford, that the reading of the minutes of the previous ession be dispensed with. Motion carried. BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims as audited by the finance committee were pre:3ented for payment: 8 Current Expense Fund .................Vouchers Water-Sewer Fund .....................Vouchers Library Fund ...............~.........Vouchers Park Fund ............................Vouchers Street Fund.................. .°. . . . . . . Vouchers Garbage Fund .........................Vouchers Firemen's Pension and Relief Fund ....Vouchers Woodmen's Gulch Project ..............Voucher Federal Shared Revenue ...............Voucher 10475-10554....,..................$15,593.64 4220- 4255...................... 6,678.64 3379- 3412...................... 1,688.45 l5l8- 1528...................... ~10.21 3000- 3029...................... 9,154.48 2705- 2734...................... 4,922.86 433- 436...................... 407.95 27 ....................... 40.01 10 ...................... 3,600.00 I It was moved by Councilman Sahli, seconded by Councilman Rosbach, that the bills and claims be approved as read and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to draw warrants upon the proper funds for the payment of same. Motion carried. COMMUNICA TIONS I A petition for an alley vacation from John A. and Gladys L. Murray, and James I. and Lillian Blankenship, for that portion of alley between Kuhn and Haines Streets south of 19th Street in the Eisenbeis Addition to the City of Port Townsend. It was moved by Councilman Hufford, seconded by Councilma~ Camfield to refer this request to the Planning Commission for recommendation. Motion carried. A request from Jack T. and Carolyn E. Frost for a condi tional'.use permit for property at 1253 Umàtilla Avenue was read in which they asked that they be allowed to use the premises for sale of antiques, collectables, used household furnishings and applicances. It was moved by Councilman Camfield, seconded by Councilman Ciprioti, that a. public hearing be scheduled for the lst of October and that it be referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation. Motion carried. 8 A request was read from David W. Hero to operate an artist's studio at 933 Tyler. He asked for either a zoning amendment or a conditional use permit. It was moved by Councilman Ciprioti, seconded by Councilman Rosbach to refer this request to the Planning Commission for recommendation¡ Motion carried A letter from Claudia Waterman was read in which she requested a street light at l8th and Wilson. It was moved by Councilman Ciprioti, seconded by Councilman Camfield.that this light be installed. Motion carried.