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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-09-23 Reopening Public Testimony 2016 GMA Periodic Update of Comprehensive Plan 1 rto,,,oio�u� apTMwn�N�� David Timmons �� ^� City Manager Fin lownsend 250 Madison, Suite 2 Port Townsend, WA 98368 360-379-5043 dtimmons @cityo @.us Contact: David Timmons, City Manager 379-5043 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Council to reopen public-testimony on changes to Comprehensive Plan and development regulations including provisions for Temporary Tent Encampments The City of Port Townsend is in the process of conducting a"periodic update"to its comprehensive plan and development regulations. On July 18, 2016,the Planning Commission provided their recommended amendments to City Council. Over the course of six meetings, Council has reviewed the recommendation and proposed some changes which have been tracked on an Errata Sheet. The amendments address 53 items listed on the adopted Docket. One of the items, Docket 424 Temporary Tent Encampments, has been the subject of extensive deliberations. On October 3, 2016, 6:30 p.m., Council will re-open public testimony to accept comments on the proposed changes (i.e. the Errata Sheet). In addition, Council has reopened public testimony on proposed regulations to address Temporary Tent Encampments (Docket Item 424). This is a continuation of the Council hearing on the 2016 Growth Management Act Periodic Update. The public hearing will take place in Council Chambers, City Hall, 540 Water Street,Port Townsend. Draft documents are available for review at City Hall and via the City's website. htip://www.cityofpt.us