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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/03/94 Unsigned MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 3rd day of October, 1994, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Bill Davidson, Dan Harpole, Julie McCulloch, Diane Perry-Thompson, Ted Shoulberg, Robert Sokol, and Sheila Westerman. Also present were Clerk- Treasurer David Grove, Police Chief Jim Newton, Assistant Fire Chief Tom Aumock, City Attorney Timothy McMahan, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler, CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember McCulloch made a motion to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Harpole and passed unanimously by voice vote. Approval of the following Bills and Claims: 010 Current Expense $ 21,332.21 094 Garbage 37,468.60 110 Street 2,930.05 120 Library 7,205.62 130 Park 2,851.04 150 Hotel/Motel 10,500.00 170 Emergency Medical Services 2,245.38 300 94 Storm Financial Planning 1,728.00 301 94 Storm -Property Acquisition 4,516.97 302 94 Storm -Master Plan Imp 59.09 307 94 Storm Geographical Info Sys 4,256.00 317 94 WWC Undesignated Projects 405.43 330 93 Water Quality Improvements 14,141.35 333 94 Water System -Standpipe 60,254.75 371 94 San Juan Ave Improvements 1,000.00 411 Water-Sewer 20,289.70 412 Storm and Surface Water 498.07 500 Equipment Rental 14,767.46 Total $206,449.72 Communications: A letter dated September 14, 1994, from Samuel R Kyle, owner Mt Baker Block Corp, expressing his support for the Rose Theater Addition and recommending approval of Conditional Use Permit Application #9406-04 was copied for Council. A letter dated September 15, 1994, from Cindy L O'Hare, Remediation Project Manager, Dept of Navy, apologizing for Technical Review Committee meeting date error and giving correct meeting date of September 28, 1994, was copied for Council. A letter dated September 20, 1994, from Nancy McKay, Executive Director, St of WA, Puget Sound Water Quality Authority, announcing date of funding workshop for October 26, 1994 and extending invitation to Mayor and Council to attend was copied for Council. A letter dated September 20, 1994, from K C Nomura, Chair, Shookum Board, expressing appreciation for City's help with their building project was copied for Council. A letter dated September 21, 1994, from Rose Clemens, Chairman, Port Townsend Arts Guild, expressing appreciation to the City for its assistance and cooperation with the 1994 "Crafts by the Dock" Arts and Crafts Fair was copied for Council. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994, Cont. A letter dated September 27, 1994, from Richard M Shipman, Chairman, Board of Commissioners, Public Utility District #1 of Jefferson County, stating that the idea of non-voting membership on the Jefferson County Growth Management Committee will be helpful to the PUD and other committee members was copied for Council. A letter from Charlie Kanefskillili, EDC, regarding the Cascade and Revolving Fund was copied for Council. A letter dated September 30, 1994, from Mayor Clise to Victor Colacurcio, expressing appreciation to him and other Master Gardeners for the time and care they donated to the dahlia garden on Sims Way was copied for Council. This concludes the Consent Agenda. PUBLIC HEARINGS koyeal of Building Official's Decision: Kvinsland Stable. City Attorney Tim McMahan advised, by way of introduction, that the hearing was not a SEPA appeal. The issue of the appeal was code interpretation. A conditional use permit would be required if the structure was considered to be a livestock barn on a commercial scale, as suggested by the appellant. One would not be required if the structure was determined to be a horse riding stable or academy as proposed by the Building Director. Representing Richard Stapf, the appellant, Mark Beaufait was recognized and presented testimony for the appeal. Mr Hildt responded. Phyllis Kvinsland, applicant, was recognized and stated that she had entered into the project in good faith, that it was a very small project and one that would require an outside job to support. Representing Phyllis Kvinsland, the Applicant, Erwin P Jones, Jr was recognized and presented reasons for denial of the Appeal. Mr Beaufait was recognized and presented the appellant's rebuttal to the foregoing testimony. Mr Clise closed the hearing to further testimony and turned to the Council for disposition. After discussion, Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council agree with the Findings of the Planning and Building Director and deny the Appeal which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg and passed by voice vote with six councilmembers voting yes and one opposed. Grant Application - Homeless. Martin Rowe, Community Action Council and member of the Homeless Project Committee, reviewed the purposes and reasons for the City to sponsor application to the WA State Dept of Community Trade and Economic Development for a Planning Only Grant of up to $24,000.00. Mayor Clise opened the hearing to the Public. Peggy Thompson, Director of the Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Program in Jefferson Cty, was recognized and stated that she believed that her clients made up a significant portion of the homeless in Port Townsend. Since no shelter exists in Port Townsend for victims of domestic violence, other, temporary, homes are sought for the victims while they try to start over. Ms Thompson expressed her appreciation for the funds that are made available through the existing agencies but felt that more needed to be done. Joe Smith was recognized and stated that as a recent property owner in Port Townsend the more one learned about the homeless the more the definition changed and that no one was insulated from the problem. He supported the Grant. Laura Suzalllll, Community Action, was recognized and related the story of an individual who wished to express his appreciation to the community for the help he received while homeless. She further MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994, Cont. related the various types of services provided and the numbers of people helped. Bonnie White-Licety, Director Project Development, Skookum, related that they had been helping people with disabilities for the last 10 years and would continue to do so. She stated that the number of people who were in crisis situations had increased and that the community must look at the multiple needs of those people. There being no further testimony, Mayor Clise closed the hearing to the Public and turned to the Council for disposition. RESOLUTION NO 94-112 Councilmember Sokol made a motion authorizing the Mayor to sign Resolution 94-112, to be prepared by the CAC, after review by the City Attorney, and which will apply for the Homeless Planning Grant which was seconded by Councilmember Harpole and passed unanimously by voice vote. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITTEE REPORTS Housing. Councilmember Perry-Thompson stated that the committee continued to meet each Wednesday from Noon to 1:30 PM at the Pope Marine building. The public, she said, was always welcome. Land Use. Councilmember Davidson reported the committee had met. Councilmember Davidson stated that at the next meeting, to be held October 11, 1994, at 4:00 PM, the committee was going to review the maps developed at the July 26, 1994 design meeting. Capital Facilities and Utilities. Councilmember McCulloch stated that the committee had met and that Randy Young had made a presentation to the committee, various dept heads and members of the community. Councilmember McCulloch announced two future meetings. One to be held November 10, 1994 and the other for December 8, 1994, at the Pope Marine Building. Both meetings are scheduled to start at 1:30 PM. Councilmember McCulloch reported that the committee is working on 3 scenarios which will be brought before Council sometime in January, 1995. Economic Development. Councilmember Sokol reported that the committee had met and discussed the 3 alternatives and also the list of 13 goals which they narrowed to the 3 or 4 which most applied to economic development. Councilmember Sokol announced a meeting date of October 5,. 1994, at 4:00 PM in the Polk Marine Building. Transportation. Councilmember Westerman reported that the committee had met twice and that a broad discussion had revolved around the 3 scenarios with the emphasis on scenario #2 as it related to transportation. She stated that the committee was working on a draft of its goals and policies. She also reported that a sub-committee had been formed to look at trails. Councilmember Westerman announced a meeting date of October 10, 1994, at which work would continue on the goals and policies. The Committee, Councilmember Westerman stated, was anxious to get together with the Land Use Committee and it was hoped that a meeting could be arranged within the next 3 weeks. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994, Cont. Glue and String. Councilmember Harpole reported that it had been decided to wait and do a summary at the end of next month. A summary report of the various committees will be available at the end of October. STANDING/ADHOC COMMITTEE REPORTS Housing & Community Services. Councilmember Perry-Thompson reported that the first Annual SWAC-SWAP is set for October 15 & 16, 1994, at the Fairgrounds from 12:00 - 4:00 PM on Saturday and from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday. Articles will be free. A list of Do `s and Don't's is to be listed in the Leader. Public Safety. Councilmember Sokol reported that the committee had met and approximately 30 members of the community attended and that noise, particularly in the Downtown area, was discussed. The committee will request staff time to prepare an ordinance broaching the various problem areas. Attorney Winters is currently researching ordinances in other cities. Councilmember Sokol reported that Virginia Wolf had made a presentation on Neighborhood Watch and had requested decals and signs. Chief Scott had presented the revised Volunteer Fire Recognition Ordinance. Councilmember Sokol set a meeting of the Committee for October 17, 1994, at 1:15 PM in the Council Chambers. Chief Newton, in response to Council inquires, reported on the Neighborhood Watch program. Parks & Property. Councilmember Harpole announced a meeting of the committee for October 4, 1994, 4:00 PM in the Council Chambers to discuss the Swimming Pool Task Force, the Pink House, Use of the McCurdy Pavilion and skateboards. Transportation. Councilmember Westerman reported that the committee had met and discussed the Petition requesting that Sheridan & Hastings avenues be made a 4-way stop. Also discussed was the recent request that Cherry & F streets be made a 4-way stop. The Committee's recommendation, reported Councilmember Westerman, was that due to the Middle School and San Juan Ave Improvements and the potential Howard street extension that neither intersection warranted a 4-way stop at present. The Police Dept should begin monitoring F & Cherry streets, particularly in morning and afternoon when the school children are going to and from school, and alert citizens to the fact that they could no longer go so fast up or down F Street. The Street Dept was asked to remove excess vegetation at Hastings and Sheridan to improve visibility. Both intersections will be looked at again in the future. Discussed, also, was the Rose street traffic calming device which was installed 2 years ago. The committee recommended that the device stay in place until Comp Plan polices could be developed and until hard data could be obtained. The Committee discussed the request for a street light at the Golden Age Club. Public Works was asked to contact Puget Power to determine what kind of power was available to the pole. Incident reports were requested from the Police Dept. If a serious problem does exist another meeting will be scheduled. Finance. Councilmember McCulloch reported that the Committee had met for the annual budget meeting which had been split into 2 days. Requests made by the various departments had been reviewed. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994, Cont. Councilmember McCulloch set two meeting dates. One for October 11, 1994, at 5:00 PM to discuss the Library Board requests, and the other for October 20, 1994, at 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. MAYOR'S REPORT Mr Clise scheduled the Council Budget Retreat for Friday, November 4, 1994, 9:00 AM, and set November 14 and 16, 1994 for Budget Hearings. STAFF REPORTS Planning and Building. Mr Hildt reminded the Council of the October 13, 1994, 4:00 PM, meeting of Joint Growth Management Committee with the County. Kvinsland Horse Riding Stable - Parking. Mr Hildt made the recommendation to the Council that the applicant be required to provide 19 parking spaces for the Riding Stable. Councilmember Westerman made the motion that the Council concur with the Building Director's setting the parking requirement at 19 spaces which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg. Public Works. Mr Wheeler reported that a meeting is planned for Tuesday, October 4, 1994, with the City Attorney to discuss water reservations. At present people in the county are allowed to hook onto 6 inch water lines if one exists on the property, however, the Dept of Community Trade and Economic Development is not sure that the County should be allowing this to happen. Mr Wheeler remarked that an ordinance should be before Council within the next month regarding this issue. The Water System Policies is complete and Mr Wheeler recommended adoption by the Council. Mr Wheeler announced that the standpipe is almost finished. The painting, a sepia color having been chosen for the project, should have been completed today. Kearney Street, announced Mr Wheeler, is almost complete. He is happy with the the project even though all is not perfect. There will be changes done to the curbing at Del's Grocery and more landscaping added. The Council suggested that, in order to draw attention to it, the curbing at Del's be painted a bright color. The Council, understanding that bike lanes were to have been provided, questioned why the lanes were not there. Mr Wheeler stated that, originally, fog lines were not going to be painted. The Contractor, for some reason, had gone ahead and painted 3 foot fog lines instead of the wider bike lanes. Since erasure of the fog lines at this point could possibly mean the removal of the surface, Mr Wheeler felt that it would be necessary to wait until the lines fade before wider bicycle lanes are added. The Council requested that Mr Wheeler talk further with the Contractor regarding the problem. Mr Wheeler announced a meeting to be held on October 4, 1994, at 5:30 PM at the Fairgrounds. Although everyone is welcome the meeting is primarily for the landowners of property along San Juan Ave. Due to time factors, Mr Wheeler remarked that there will not be as much public process for San Juan Ave as occurred with Kearney St. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994, Cont. Attorney. Mr McMahan remarked that he and his wife were pleased to be in Port Townsend and with the welcome they had received. Police. Mr Newton stated that he immediately began work on his 1995 Budget when he returned from the FBI training course. Mr Newton announced that Officer Eric Johnson had resigned effective October 1, 1994. 111Connor Dailylill, had been extended a conditional offer pending his passage of the other physical. Fire. Mr Aumock reported that the 911 System was becoming a reality. Space in the Port Townsend Fire Station was being allotted for the secondary 911 sub-station. Mr Aumock announced that work had begun with the Public Safety Committee regarding open burning within the city. He stated that the issue needed to be addressed by November 1,1994. Mr Aumock wished to draw the Council's attention to the efforts of the volunteer firefighters who raised over $1,000.00 for the Northwest Burn Foundation. Mr Aumock announced that Fire Prevention Week would begin next week. Fire personnel will be involved with the schools regarding this issue. PUBLIC COMMENTS/QUESTIONS Mayor Clise opened the meeting for Public Comments/Questions. Kate Jenks was recognized and apologized for complaining but stated that she had ridden her bicycle on Kearney St and found the fog lanes to be less than 3 feet wide. As there is no divider between the soil embankment and the pavement she found riding on the sidewalk to be safer. She noted that the Lawrence St intersection fog/bike path turns into the intersection which leaves the bicyclist on the road and not on the path. Jim McMahon was recognized and stated that due to lack of interest he could not start the Block Watch in 1992 as he wished but was glad to see it now. He has seen an increase in crime around town. He doesn't like to see the harassment received by people downtown and believes that something must be done about it. He believes a curfew to be necessary. He stated that people needed to be informed and get involved. Chief Newton mentioned that the Citizens Advisory Committee was going to have 2 vacancies. Mayor Clise welcomed a letter from Mr McMahon. John Schaub was recognized and voiced his concerns and questions in regard to the water reservations as he had applied for water again today and had been turned down. He stated that without a commitment for water he cannot obtain building permits to begin his project on 2 - 6 lot sub-divisions by Chimacum High School. Mr Wheeler responded by stating that he did not believe that the adoption of the Water Policies would affect Mr Schaub. Gene Seton was recognized and stated that he had lots in Irondale with a 6 inch pipe in front of the property. He questioned when water would be available. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994, Cont. Mr Wheeler responded by stating that the Council was very aware of the problem in the Tri Area. Mr Wheeler hoped to have an ordinance before Council by the 2nd meeting in October to resolve some of the issues. Mayor Clise closed the Public Comment/Questions portion of the meeting. VOTE ON MOTIONS MADE DURING COMMITTEE/STAFF REPORTS The motion regarding the number of parking spaces at the Kvinsland Riding Stable passed unanimously by voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution for An Amended Rate Order with Summit Communications. Councilmember Shoulberg explained the Resolution. RESOLUTION NO 94-133 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AMENDED RATE ORDER, WHICH APPROVES IN PART AND DISAPPROVES IN PART, SUMMIT COMMUNICATION INC. 'S INITIAL RATE REQUEST FOR BASIC SERVICE AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, INSTALLATION, AND SERVICES, AS PROVIDED FOR IN THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RATE REGULATIONS AND PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 5.15 Councilmember Shoulberg made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-113 which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolution for Acceptance of Revised Water System Policies. Mr Wheeler explained the Resolution. RESOLUTION NO 94-114 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND ADOPTING THE WATER SYSTEM POLICIES. After discussion, Councilmember Davidson made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-114 which was seconded by Councilmember Shoulberg and passed unanimously by voice vote. Ordinance Establishing a Volunteer Firefighter Awards Program. ORDINANCE NO 2417 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER SERVICE, ACHIEVEMENT AND VALOR RECOGNITION PROGRAM, CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 2.42 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Davidson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2417 which was seconded by Councilmember Davidson and passed unanimously by roll call vote. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994, Cont. NEW BUSINESS Resolution for Acceptance of Primo Construction Bid. RESOLUTION NO 94-115 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND DECLARING PRIMO CONSTRUCTION, INC. TO BE THE LOWEST, RESPONSIBLE BIDDER FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE LITTLE QUILCENE RIVER TO LORDS LAKE WATER TRANSMISSION PIPELINE AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT AWARDING THE BID TO PRIMO CONSTRUCTION, INC. OF SEQUIM, WASHINGTON. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that Council adopt Resolution No 94-115 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolution Setting Policy for McCurdy Pavilion Use. RESOLUTION NO 94-116 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND SETTING REDUCED RATE RESERVATION POLICY FOR USE OF MCCURDY PAVILION AT FOR WORDEN STATE PARK, PORT TOWNSEND. Councilmember Harpole made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-116 which was seconded by Councilmember Perry- Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Resolution for Inspection in Licensed Boarding Homes. This matter was held over until the next meeting. Resolution Establishing a Joint Granting Authority. Mr Hildt explained the Resolution. RESOLUTION NO 94-117 A RESOLUTION OF THE PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE "JEFFERSON - PORT TOWNSEND CURRENT USE ASSESSMENT GRANTING AUTHORITY, " A JOINT DETERMINING AUTHORITY ESTABLISHED UNDER THE OPEN SPACE TAXATION ACT (CHAPTER 84.34 RCW) TO REVIEW AND ACT UPON APPLICATIONS FOR CURRENT USE CLASSIFICATION OF OPEN SPACE LAND AND TIMBER LAND LOCATED WITHIN THE INCORPORATED LIMITS OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 94-117 which was seconded by Councilmember Perry-Thompson and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Clise recommended appointment of the members of the Parks, Recreation and Property Committee as the City Representatives. Councilmember Harpole made a motion that the Council support Mayor Clise's appointment which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 1994, Cont. Councilmember Davidson requested information on the Councilmembers who had attended Library Board Trustee meetings and volunteered to attend the October 24, 1994 meeting. Councilmember Harpole stated that he would be absent from the October 17, 1994, Council Meeting. Councilmember Westerman requested that the Mayor write a letter in response to recent legislation passed by the Congress which limits the Council's authority in establishing recycling goals and levels. Councilmember Harpole made a motion that Resolution No 94-118 be drawn up in support of Referendum No 43 which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and, after a brief discussion, passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Shoulberg pointed out that the Water Resources Principles by the Washington State Water Utilities Council included in stream values, something the Water Committee had worked on very diligently to have included. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Clise declared the meeting adjourned at 111111.57 PM. Mayor Attest: Clerk-Treasurer