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HomeMy WebLinkAbout111918CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING OF NOVEMBER 19, 2018 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Port Townsend City Council met in regular session on the 19th day of November 2019 in Council Chambers at 540 Water Street. Mayor Stinson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Pamela Adams, David Faber, Robert Gray, Amy Howard, Michelle Sandoval, Ariel Speser, and Deborah Stinson. Staff members present were City Manager David Timmons, Finance and Administrative Services Director Nora Mitchell, Public Works Director Greg Lanning, City Engineer David Peterson, Development Services Director Lance Bailey, Finance Manager Sheila Danielson, City Clerk Joanna Sanders, and Police Chief Michael Evans. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA Move Item A from New Business to the Consent Agenda,. SPECIAL PRESENTATION Proclamation: Admiralty Audubon Society Year of the Bird Rick Jahnke of Admiralty Audubon was present to accept the proclamation. He relayed many of their activities and accomplishments and noted this year's celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Public comment Christina Brinch on National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) urged supporting their efforts to locate at Mountain View Commons and execute a lease agreement with them. City staff response City Manager David Timmons acknowledged their request and agreed to be a contact for NAMI on the possibilities for space. City Council Business Meeting November 19, 2018 Page 1 of 5 CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants Vouchers 161184 through 161189 in the amount of $323,578.47 Vouchers 161234 through 161237 in the amount of $751.22 Vouchers 161238 through 161299 in the amount of $896,275.19 Voucher 161300 in the amount of $28.00 Vouchers 161301 through 161360 in the amount of $365,548.04 Vouchers 161361 through 161362 in the amount of $1,000.42 Vouchers 578 through 579 in the amount of $525.50 Electronic Funds Transfer in the amount of $27,106.30 Approval of Minutes: October 1 (City Clerk note that these minutes were already approved at the November 5, 2018 meeting) and October 15, 2018 Approval of Mayor's Response to Ecology's Conditional Approval of the Port Townsend Shoreline Master Program Locally -Initiated Amendment, Ordinance 3198 (Critical Areas Update) and direct staff to work with the Planning Commission to bring Ordinance 3198 (CAO) into parity. Reappointment of Cindy Finnie (Position 8), Todd Hutton (Position 9), Herb Cook (Position 10) and appointment of Terry Umbreit (Position 11) to the Fort Worden Lifelong Learning Center Public Development Authority for three-year terms expiring October 24, 2021 Motion: David Faber moved to approve adopting the consent agenda with the addition of New Business Item A, Reappointments and Appointment of Fort Worden Lifelong Learning Center Public Development Authority. Amy Howard seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING Ordinance 3213 Adopting the City of Port Townsend 2018 Water System Plan and Establishing an Effective Date Mayor Stinson read the public hearing procedures. There were no Council financial or property issues to disclose in connection with this matter. There was no public comment. City Manager David Timmons requested staff take the time for further plan review over the next three or four months consistent with the formal resolution presented. Staff responded to questions about the ten-year adoption timeline and whether the 2014 amendment reset the timeline from the 2008 adoption. Staff stated the new City Council Business Meeting November 19, 2018 Page 2 of 5 plan needs to be in place if the City were to apply for grant funding and this delay is not thought to be a concern. Public Comment to clarify: Rick Jahnke asked to confirm that additional public comment would be allowed. Mr. Timmons confirmed the public hearing would be repeated. During Council discussion, one comment pointed out that gallons per minute or cubic feet per second (CFS) are not reflected for the Little Quilcene River in Section 1.5. Motion. David Faber moved to approve Resolution 18-054 Relating to the City Water Utility; Closing the Public Hearing on the Draft Water System Plan; and, Referring the Draft Water System Plan to Staff for Further Revision. Amy Howard seconded. Vote. motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Ordinance 3214 Related to Interim Land Use Regulations in the Vicinity of 6th and 10th Streets and Rainier Street and Discovery Way; Extending the Interim Regulations Adopted in Ordinance 3176 and extended by Ordinance 3192 and 3202. Mayor Stinson reviewed the rules for the public hearing. There was no public comment. Development Services Director Lance Bailey gave the staff report on extending the interim regulations for another six months. The development regulations are under review by the Planning Commission and afterward would be brought forward to Council. Mayor Stinson closed public testimony. Motion: David Faber moved to approve waiving Council rules and adopting Ordinance 3214 Related to Interim Land Use Regulations in the Vicinity of 6th and 10th Streets and Rainier Street and Discovery Way; Extending the Interim Regulations Adopted in Ordinance 3176 and extended by Ordinance 3192 and 3202. Pamela Adams seconded. Vote. motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance 3212 Adopting the Proposed Budget for the City of Port Townsend, Washington, for the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2019 Finance and Administrative Services Director Nora Mitchell reviewed the changes made since the last report to Council. Staff responded to questions on the Budget Message regarding business licenses, City Council Business Meeting November 19, 2018 Page 3 of 5 lines of credit for cost overruns associated with the Water Street project, LTAC funding and capital improvements pending recommendations of Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, street capital projects related to 9th Street; and the Police Navigator Project. A review and prioritization of the unmet needs and discretionary items would be discussed and folded into the Strategic Plan in January. Public Comment: Debbie Jahnke spoke about the need for a local dog park, temporary or otherwise, and expenditures that could be matched with private funding. During deliberations, there was some concern and discussion about lines of credit and existing debt of $20 million as well as comments on the importance of investing in infrastructure for growing small businesses. Staff spoke about the nature of deficit spending associated with cash basis accounting and capital projects funding as well as the difficult decisions ahead related to Library and Parks permanent funding. Staff noted the City's financial policies provide the guidelines under which the City operates. Motion: Ariel Speser moved to approve Ordinance 3212 Adopting the Proposed Budget for the City of Port Townsend, Washington, for the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2019. Amy Howard seconded. Vote: motion carried, 6-1 by voice vote, Robert Gray opposed. NEW BUSINESS Resolution 18-055 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Interlocal Agreement with Jefferson County to Support Affordable Housing and Homeless Housing Programs Pursuant to RCW 36.22.178, RCW 36.22.179, and RCW 36.22.1791 Mr. Timmons gave the staff report reviewing the work of the Ad Hoc Committee on Housing and the desire to reach transparency on the OlyCap budget and distribution of funds. Committee members spoke about the good discussion on negotiating the Interlocal Agreement but disappointment on how the budget concerns have been addressed. Council questions about timeline for selecting a facilitator. Once agreement is approved, county will name and the task force appointments who would then select a facilitator. The timeline was unknown. There were also questions about and explanation of the Joint Oversight board, Housing Task Force and facilitator roles. Question about and explanation of the parameters of facilitator role and bodies. Public Comment: There was none. Motion: David Faber moved to approve Resolution 18-055 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Interlocal Agreement with Jefferson County to Support Affordable Housing and Homeless Housing Programs Pursuant to RCW 36.22.178, RCW 36.22.179, and RCW 36.22.1791. Amy Howard seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. City Council Business Meeting November 19, 2018 Page 4 of 5 PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT Mayor reported on her attendance at regional meeting where Clallam colleague complimented the City. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Timmons reported on his recent health issues and his appreciation to Ms. Mitchell and others for their assistance. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m, Attest: Joanna Sanders, MMC City Clerk City Council Business Meeting November 19, 2018 Page 5 of 5