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HomeMy WebLinkAbout121619CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING OF DECEMBER 16, 2019 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Port Townsend City Council met in regular session on the 16th day of December 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, Michelle Sandoval, Ariel Speser, and Deborah Stinson with Amy Howard excused. Staff members present were City Manager John Mauro, City Attorney Heidi Greenwood, City Clerk Joanna Sanders, and Finance and Administrative Services Director Nora Mitchell. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA There were none. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Public comment Kees Kolff of The Recyclery spoke about their lease directly with the Port Townsend School District. Liz Revord in charge of The Recyclery programs and marketing shared highlights from their annual report which Council received in writing. Warren Shelley -Rose spoke about and urged a declaration of a climate emergency in support of governor Jay Inslee. Pippa Mills spoke about a break in at their business at Pippa's tea by a patron of the Tunnel Tavern and asked for City enforcement of the noise regulations. Magdalyn Agna spoke about the noise, smoking and neighborhood impact of the Tunnel Tavern. Angie Grazziano who rents penthouse at the top of the building spoke about the impacts of the Tunnel Tavern business. Jeannie McMacken thanked Councilmembers Stinson and Gray for their public service. City Council Business Meeting December 16, 2019 Page 1 of 4 Philip Morley also spoke Councilmembers Stinson and Gray for their service. City staff response City Manager John Mauro indicated that the City would need to explore how to address the concerns raised from neighbors of the Tunnel Tavern. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants Vouchers 164332 through 164432 in the amount of $1,094,671.98 Approval of Minutes: November 4, November 12, and November 18, 2019 Reappointment of Gail Ryan (Position 1, term expires December 31, 2025) to the Civil Service Commission; Appointment of Sean Koomen (Position 1, term expires May 1, 2022) and Jennifer Rotermund (Position 3, term expires May 1, 2024) to the Parks Recreation and Tree Advisory Board; Reappointment of Lois Stanford (Position 5, term expires December 31, 2022), Robert Doyle (Position 6, term expires December 31, 2022), Aislinn Palmer (Position 7, term expires December 31, 2022) to the Planning Commission; and Appointment of Karen Anderson (Position 2, term effective January 1, 2020, expires December 31, 2020) and Viki Sonntag (Position 4, term expires December 31, 2020) to the Planning Commission Motion: David Faber moved to approve the consent agenda as written. Robert Gray seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance 3243 Extending the Duration of the Cable Television Franchise Held by WaveDivision I, LLC City Attorney Heidi Greenwood gave the staff report and hopes to have the agreement back before Council in June. There was no comment, Motion. Ariel Speser moved to approve Ordinance 3243 Extending the Duration of the Cable Television Franchise Held by WaveDivision 1, LLC. David Faber seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote. City Council Business Meeting December 16, 2019 Page 2 of 4 Resolution 19-094 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Mountain View Commons Community Recovery Center Partnership Agreement Mr. Mauro covered the background of the Mountain View and the need for careful consideration of next steps. He summarized the need to reconfirm the commitment to the partnership, state the current conditions. He reviewed the changes reflected in a draft amendment and stated that the resolution authorizes him to negotiate an agreement and continue working on partnership. Jeff Randall speaking on behalf of the YMCA asked the City and County to affirm their commitment. Mr. Mauro acknowledged the City resources needed to move forward with City and County commitment and reviewed the Parks Recreation and Open Space Plan (PROS) planning currently in process. Finance and Administrative Services Director Nora Mitchell agreed more information is needed. During Council discussion, there were questions about whether the terms resiliency/disaster recovery center are terms are still being used, whether any budget exists in 2020 for any of the stated work, how much due diligence has been accomplished by the YMCA, and whether the agreement would come back to Council. Mr. Mauro responded that any City action would require Council authorization. Mr. Mauro and County Administrator Philip Morley said while the scope of the agreement is mostly in place, they are still exploring the level of due diligence and flexibility of options. Public Comment; Barbara Lubert speaking for the Jeffco Aquatic Coalition urged coming to a decision, making meaningful progress with alternatives, or discontinuing the effort. Kathryn Baril urged that electeds need to be at the table and engaged in the discussions and process. Public transparency is important for community involvement and tracking the topic for this large investment. During further Council discussion there was some continued concern about funding. There was a desire for the hospital to be part of the discussion, to have more details about the process, and Council involvement and public process, including more decision-making opportunities. Mayor Stinson pointed out that the agreement and moving it forward is a signal of active engagement. Motion: Michelle Sandoval moved to approve Resolution 19-094 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Mountain View Commons Community Recovery Center Partnership Agreement. Robert Gray seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote. PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT Mayor Stinson reported on her accompaniment with City Manager Mauro at meetings with City partners in Jefferson and Clallam Counties. She also announced Federal House of Representatives discussions and proposed action on the National Defense City Council Business Meeting December 16, 2019 Page 3 of 4 Authorization Act calling for Secretary of the Navy real-time sound monitoring at Navy installations where the EA -18G Growler aircraft operate. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager John Mauro provided his report on his meetings with Departments about year-end priorities and community updates. SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT OR FUTURE AGENDA, REGULAR MEETING AND/OR STUDY SESSION Ms. Sandoval urged that a Council committee be allowed to discuss the topic of the pool. Ms. Speser noted there are also some recommendations coming forward of the Rules Committee. COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL Councilmembers shared their comments and expressed appreciation to Mayor Stinson and Mr. Gray for their service on Council in recognition of this being their last meeting. Ms. Sandoval read written remarks from former Councilmember George Randels. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m, Attest: Joanna Sanders, MMC City Clerk City Council Business Meeting December 16, 2019 Page 4 of 4