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Home My WebLink About100719CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING OF OCTOBER 7, 2019 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Port Townsend City Council met in regular session on the 7th day of October 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 Interim City Manager Nora Mitchell, City Attorney Heidi Greenwood, City Engineer David Peterson, Public Works Director Greg Lanning, Development Services Director Lance Bailey, and City Clerk Joanna Sanders. There were none. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA SPECIAL PRESENTATION Proclamation — National Alliance of Mental Illness NAMI Board Member Darlene Grunke accepted the proclamation and introduced an upcoming free film. NAMI Board President Valerie Phimister spoke about their organization and upcoming activities. Proclamation — Arbor Day Parks Recreation and Tree Advisory Board Vice Chair Daniel Greholver accepted the proclamation and announced an upcoming tree planting event. There were none. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants City Council Business Meeting October 7, 2019 Page 1 of 5 Vouchers 163654 through 163915 in the amount of $1,052,532.44 Vouchers 598 through 599 in the amount of $370.00 Electronic Funds Transfer in the amount of $130,823.05 Approval of Minutes: September 9 and September 16, 2019 Appointment of John Nowak (Position 4, Expiring May 1, 2022) to the Parks Recreation and Tree Advisory Board Resolution 19-079 Authorizing a Grant of $2,500 to United Good Neighbors to Support Programs for the Poor and Infirm Vouchers 163654 through 163915 in the amount of $1,052,432.44 Vouchers 598 through 599 in the amount of $370.00 Electronic Funds Transfer in the amount of $130,823.05 Motion: David Faber moved to approve the consent agenda as written. Pamela Adams seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING Ordinance 3234 Related to Engineering Design Standards; Adopting Interim Street Lighting Standards; Extending the Interim Regulations Adopted in Ordinance 3207 Mayor Stinson reviewed the rules of procedure for the hearing. There were no Council financial or property interests to disclose in connection with the matter. The staff presentation was given by City Engineer David Peterson. He talked about the evolving technology and the desire to continue with interim regulations before bringing forward and adopting permanent regulations and revising the Engineering Design Standards. Public Comment: Mayor Stinson read written public comment from Margaret Lee requesting more time to review the ordinance. Mr. Peterson spoke about City of Redmond standards as mentioned. Interim City Manager Nora Mitchell noted the interim City regulations expire October 15 so that is the reason for requesting the waiving of rules. Public testimony was closed. Motion: Michelle Sandoval moved to approve waiving Council Rules and approve Ordinance 3234 Related to Engineering Design Standards; Adopting Interim Street Lighting Standards; Extending the Interim Regulations Adopted in Ordinance 3207. Pamela Adams seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. City Council Business Meeting October 7, 2019 Page 2 of 5 Mayor Stinson closed the public hearing. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance 3233 Adding Section 9.08.020 (W) to the Port Townsend Municipal Code Relating to Public Nuisances to Include the Feeding of Wildlife City Attorney Heidi Greenwood gave the staff briefing as detailed in the agenda bill. She noted the language in Ordinance 3233 has not changed since first reading. There was no public comment. There was additional discussion about concerns regarding the deer population.. Motion: David Faber moved to approve Ordinance 3233 Adding Section 9.08.020 (W) to the Port Townsend Municipal Code Relating to Public Nuisances to Include the Feeding of Wildlife. Pamela Adams seconded. Vote: motion carried, 6-1 by voice vote, Robert Gray opposed. NEW BUSINESS Resolution 19-080 Authorizing and Directing the City Manager to Complete, Execute, and Submit Loan and Grant Applications for Funding the Final Design and Construction of the Sewer Outfall City Engineer David Peterson gave the staff briefing and responded to questions about project costs. There was no public comment. Motion. Michelle Sandoval moved to approve Resolution 19-080 Authorizing and Directing the City Manager to Complete, Execute, and Submit Loan and Grant Applications for Funding the Final Design and Construction of the Sewer Outfall. David Faber seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Resolution 19-081 Tasking the Planning Commission with Reviewing Various Housing -Related Code Amendments Development Services Director Lance Bailey gave the staff briefing. He also addressed Council questions about the status of housing code amendments and future comprehensive plan amendments. There was no public comment. Motion: Ariel Speser moved to approve Resolution 19-081 Tasking the Planning Commission with Reviewing Various Housing -Related Code Amendments (as City Council Business Meeting October 7, 2019 Page 3 of 5 amended to correct the code reference in item 1 to read 17.16.030). David Faber seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Briefing on Closure of Adams Street City Engineer David Peterson gave the staff briefing on the safety assessment of Adams Street. A more detailed discussion and review of options would occur before the Council Transportation Committee. There was discussion of how and when to address the broader policy framework on street closures as well as Adams Street recommendation. Ms. Mitchell explained there had been a staff level discussion with the City Manager and a decision to take Adams Street off the inventory. PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT Mayor Stinson reported on the following: - Her recent meeting with the Secretary of the Navy and various local representatives. A letter on the impacts of Navy operations was included in the Council packet. - Acknowledged Council's receipt of the State Department of Natural Resources response on the aerial spraying of glyphosate. - Communications with incoming City Manager John Mauro about his November 1 start date. - Attendance at the Stem Program Maker Fair during the Kinetic Sculpture Race weekend. - Confirmation of Council's support for adding deer population control to the inbox. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Ms. Mitchell reported on the following: - Three entry level police candidates going to academy - Parks Recreation and Open Space survey has already received input and open houses/forums are planned for next weekend - Homeward Bound would present on November 12 - Status updates provided to John Mauro She reviewed staffs request and proposal to make an advance payment of relocation fees. She proposed Council approve Resolution 19-082 Authorizing and Directing the Mayor to Execute an Employment Agreement Amendment with John Mauro. There was no public comment. Motion: Deborah Stinson moved to approve Resolution 19-082 Authorizing and Directing the Mayor to Execute an Employment Agreement Amendment with John Mauro. David Faber seconded. Vote. motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. City Council Business Meeting October 7, 2019 Page 4 of 5 SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT OR FUTURE AGENDA, REGULAR MEETING AND/OR STUDY SESSION There were none, COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL Mr. Gray reported on the Port Townsend Business Park developer's plans to complete road, hydrants, lighting and trail improvements and another business is opening. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m. Attest: Joanna Sanders, MMC City Clerk City Council Business Meeting October 7, 2019 Page 5 of 5