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Home My WebLink About040615 MinutesCITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING OF APRIL 6, 2015 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Port Townsend City Council met in regular session on April 6, 2015 in the Council Chambers at 540 Water Street. Mayor David King called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Pamela Adams, Robert Gray, David King, Kris Nelson, Catharine Robinson, Michelle Sandoval, and Deborah Stinson. Staff members present were City Manager David Timmons, City Attorney Steve Gross, Public Works Director Ken Clow, City Engineer David Peterson, and City Clerk Joanna Sanders . CHANGES TO THE AGENDA The presentation from Jefferson County Marine Resources Committee is scheduled for the April 20 Council meeting. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Public comment James Fritz spoke on poverty and the need for jobs in Jefferson County. Todd Wexman expressed concern about the development of the Howard Street corridor. Bernie Arthur spoke in favor of the maritime memorial. City staff response Mayor King and City Manager Timmons responded to comments and reviewed the - long-term planning for Howard Street. CONSENT AGENDA City Council Business Meeting April 6, 2015 Page 1 of 5 Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants Voucher Nos. 501 through 503 and Nos. 150501 through 150870 and Electronic Funds Transfers in the amount of $1,110,893.82. Approval of Minutes: March 16, 2015 Appointment of Rick Jahnke to the Planning Commission (Position 3, Term Expires December 31, 2018) and Owen Rowe to the Arts Commission (Position 4, Term Expires May 1, 2018) Motion: Deborah Stinson moved to approve the consent agenda with a change to the Minutes of March 16, page one, to remove the phrase "request to remove any individual item from the consent agenda. " Kris Nelson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE NEW BUSINESS Resolution 15-017 Amending City Council Rules of Procedure to Add a Process for Evaluating the City Manager's Performance City Attorney Steve Gross gave the Staff Report. Public comment: There was none. Motion: Catharine Robinson moved to approve Resolution 15-017 Amending City Council Rules of Procedure to Add a Process for Evaluating the City Manager's Performance. Kris Nelson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Resolution 15-018 Related to the Disposition of City Property; Amending the Affordable Housing Inventory List, and Directing the City Manager to Take Appropriate Actions to Preserve City -Owned Property for Open Space and Stormwater Detention and Treatment Purposes City Manager David Timmons gave the staff report. Ms. Nelson disclosed that she owns property in the neighborhood and Ms. Robinson disclosed she also continues to live in that neighborhood. Public Comment: Jim Todd urged passage of the resolution. City Council Business Meeting April 6, 2015 Page 2 of 5 There was a suggestion and discussion about adding a new clause in the resolution that the City contacted affordable housing providers and none of them were interested at that time in developing the property. Motion: Catharine Robinson moved to approve Resolution 15-018 Related to the Disposition of City Property; Amending the Affordable Housing Inventory List, and Directing the City Manager to Take Appropriate Actions to Preserve City -Owned Property for Open Space and Stormwater Detention and Treatment Purposes as amended to include an additional whereas after the third whereas that states "the City contacted local affordable housing providers who assessed and determined that building affordable housing on the Beech Street Property would not be feasible. " Deborah Stinson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Public Comment. None. Resolution 15-019, Authorizing the City Manager to Award and Sign all Contracts for the Design and Construction of the Landes Street Sidewalk Project City Engineer David Peterson gave the staff report on the sidewalk design plan for Landes Street. Mr. Timmons asked staff as part of a future phase to consider installing a section of sidewalk on the Safeway side of the street. Staff responded to questions, noting that there are no planned street improvements. It was noted the costs in the agenda bill were correct and would be corrected in the resolution. There was discussion about the private sidewalk in front of the Claridge Court housing complex. Staff also addressed questions about the slope of the sidewalk and the possibility of a future bike lane if funding were available. Staff agreed to address including a safety crossing at 19th Street and Landes. There was no public comment. Council deliberation: There was some concern about bicyclists using the sidewalks in this area. Staff said they do not envision it being a problem. Curbs and additional signage could be incorporated should any concerns arise. Motion: Michelle Sandoval moved to approve Resolution 15-019, Authorizing the City Manager to Award and Sign all Contracts for the Design and Construction of the Landes Street Sidewalk Project as amended. Kris Nelson seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. City Council Business Meeting April 6, 2015 Page 3 of 5 Update on Sheridan Street Sidewalk and Crossing Improvements Project funded through a Grant from the Washington State Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School Program City Engineer David Peterson noted that Council already authorized contracts for Sheridan Street. He noted there is a strong education and outreach component planned for May. As a safe route to school project, he explained the sidewalk features to improve safety for kids walking to school. Mr. Peterson addressed council questions about flashing crosswalks and bike lanes. He announced that June 15 to September 1 is the construction time frame. There was some discussion about future school improvements and questions about bulbouts planned at 19th that would eliminate the turn lane. Public comment: There was none. PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT The Mayor reported on the following: Attending presentations in Olympia on drought impacts and the marine tourism bill. Request for him to sign a national petition on the Freedom to Marry (on behalf of gay, lesbian, and transgendered people).The link will be forwarded to Council. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Timmons reported on the following: - Meetings with the Port Townsend Paper Corp. on water conservation, a handout may be developed to address citizen questions - The Council schedule is light, but many projects are underway regarding Howard Street, Sidewalk construction, and Water Utility projects - Concerns about sweeping the Public Works Trust Fund in the State Senate and defunding current City water projects - Hospital and Fort Worden Building 202 projects were successfully bid and it appears historic tax credits could be used for Fort Worden - Staff would be addressing Historic Preservation Committee concerns that were forwarded to Council - Port issuance of industrial revenue bonds might be available for the City on Howard Street - Staff would be bringing forward actions on the Mountain View bonds - $40K in REET revenue received from the sale and purchase of Safeway by Albertsons - A limited term project manager was hired, still seeking a street superintendent, authorized hiring two replacement police officer positions, season parks position and new pool operator are open, looking for entry level engineer, and City Council Business Meeting April 6, 2015 Page 4 of 5 three retirements coming up this year. - The 1 % for the arts sculpture will be installed Uptown next week SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT OR FUTURE AGENDA, REGULAR MEETING AND/OR STUDY SESSION Ms. Sandoval announced that Shirley Moss received a letter from governor recognizing her at the Mariner's game April 21. COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL There were concerns about rescheduling the Community Development/Land Use Committee meeting to a later date. EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:49 p.m. Attest: ac -4 C-- Jt-� Joanna Sanders, CMC City Clerk City Council Business Meeting April 6, 2015 Page 5 of 5