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HomeMy WebLinkAbout022207 CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 22, 2007 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in workshop session this twenty- second day of February 2007, at 6:30 p.m. in the Port Townsend City Council Chambers at 540 Water Street, Mayor Mark Welch presiding. ROLL CALL Council members present at roll call were Frank Benskin, Geoff Masci, Laurie Medlicott, Michelle Sandoval and Mark Welch. Catharine Robinson was excused. Scott Walker was absent. Staff members present were City Manager David Timmons, City Attorney John Watts, Public Works Director Ken Clow, and City Clerk Pam Kolacy. Mr. Timmons reviewed the notebook which was provided to Council members regarding electric franchise and tidal energy issues. He noted that a special meeting will follow the workshop meeting with the action item being adoption of a resolution which would, among other things, establish a committee to look into all the issues that need to be studied in relation to this item. Concerns include emerging technology, potential partnerships, and cost benefit analysis. He emphasized that the Federal government is not in a hurry to grant a permit for an Admiralty Inlet tidal project; the question for the City at this point is whether to proceed or not; staff is suggesting we move forward with refinements to the proposal. In response to a question from Ms. Sandoval, he stated that the City does not own the land and so does not have a veto over any proponent's application in our jurisdiction (such as Snohomish County PUD) as long as they meet all the rules and regulations; however, the process of approval is very lengthy and involves several jurisdictions and agencies. Mr. Timmons noted that he has assigned Senior Planner Judy Surber to guide the process which will be similar to the Shoreline Plan/Policy process. Mr. Masci requested copies of the original 2000 Committee report. Staff will provide for all Council members. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:27 p.m. City Council Wkshop & Spec. Mtg Page 1 February 22, 2007 Attest: ~~~ Pam Kolacy, CMC City Clerk CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 22, 2007 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in special business session this twenty-second day of February 2007, at 7:28 p.m. in the Port Townsend Council Chambers at 540 Water Street, Mayor Mark Welch presiding. ROLL CALL Council members present at roll call were Frank Benskin, Geoff Masci, Laurie Medlicott, Michelle Sandoval and Mark Welch. Catharine Robinson was excused. Scott Walker was absent. Staff members present were City Manager David Timmons, City Attorney John Watts, Public Works Director Ken Clow, and City Clerk Pam Kolacy. RESOLUTION 07-009 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON RELATING TO ENERGY; DIRECTING FORMATION OF A CITIZENS' COMMITTEE TO REVIEW AND RECOMMEND ACTIONS CONCERNING ALTERNATE ELECTRIC ENERGY MANAGEMENT FOR THE CITY, INCLUDING, FORMATION OF A MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC UTILITY; DIRECTING PRELIMINARY CONSULTANT FEASIBILITY STUDY; AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER ON TIDAL ENERGY ACTIONS AND FERC APPLICATION Mayor Welch noted the special meeting had been convened in order to take action on Resolution 07-009, based on discussions at immediately prior workshop meeting. Public Comment: City Council Wkshop & Spec. Mtg Page 2 February 22, 2007 Dana Roberts (District 1 PUD Commissioner): stated this is a great opportunity for the City; getting into the electric business is not cheap but there are many other entities available to assist and grant funding available. Working with other local utilities which already have systems in place would be intelligent. Motion: Mr. Welch moved for adoption of Resolution 07-009, with report from the advisory committee due no later than 180 days after committee is appointed and confirmed by Council action. Mr. Masci seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 5-0, by voice vote. ADJOURN There being no further business, the special meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m. Attest: C1rn ck~ Pam Kolacy, CMC City Clerk City Council Wkshop & Spec. Mtg Page 3 February 22, 2007