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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING OF APRIL 5, 2021
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Port Townsend City Council met in regular session on the 5th day of April 2021 in the
Council Chambers. Mayor Michelle Sandoval called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at roll call were Pamela Adams, David Faber, Amy Howard,
Monica MickHager, Owen Rowe, Michelle Sandoval, and Ariel Speser.
Staff members present were City Manager John Mauro, Public Works Director Steve
King, City Attorney Heidi Greenwood, and City Clerk Joanna Sanders.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
There was no objection to moving Consent Agenda Item E for the Resolution 21-021
Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Lease Amendment with New Cingular
Wireless PCS, LLC) to Unfinished Business.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Public comment
The following individuals provided written public comment (Clerk read the comments
into the record):
Mike Morrisey spoke in support of decriminalization of entheogens.
Jim Scarantino urged receiving an update on the Cherry Street Project.
Juan-Carlos Foust spoke in support of decriminalization of entheogens.
S. Amani Stevens spoke in support of decriminalization of entheogens.
Kris Heyting spoke in support of decriminalization of entheogens.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants
Vouchers 167195 through 167303 in the amount of$292,087.47
Electronic Fund Transfer in the amount of$2,047.76
Approval of Minutes: March 15 and March 29, 2021
Resolution 21-019 Authorizing and Directing the City Manager to Negotiate and
Execute an Agreement Extension with MCS Counseling Group LLC for a Police
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Resolution 21-020 Authorizing and Directing the City Manager to Execute
Agreements for the Purchase and Installation of a Golf Course Well Pump
Motion: David Faber moved to approve the consent agenda as written with the removal
to Unfinished Business of Item E. Resolution 21-021 Authorizing the City Manager to
Execute a Lease Amendment with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC. Ariel Speser
seconded.
Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ordinance 3262 Relating to the Fort Worden Lifelong Learning Center Public
Development Authority; Amending Chapter 2.84 of the Port Townsend Municipal
Code
City Manager John Mauro gave the staff report as outlined in the agenda bill
explaining the five additional ordinance revisions based on the Fort Worden Public
Development Authority (PDA) Board concerns. City Attorney responded to a question
regarding PTMC 2.84.090 Prohibited Conduct by noting that profit boards are provided
for elsewhere in the RCWs.
The following individuals provided written public comment (Clerk read the comments
into the record):
Dianne Boeger spoke in support of David Timmons' Fort Worden reorganization plan.
There were comments in support of staffs efforts on the suggested revisions and
a minor change was suggested to PTMC 2.84.115(G). Ms. Sandoval then reviewed
the State auditor comments during the City's exit audit concerning the PDA and noted
was a lack of reporting consistent with the charter. They also acknowledged the desire
for a collaborative relationship between the City and PDA.
Motion: Monica MickHager moved to approve first reading of Ordinance 3262 Relating
to the Fort Worden Lifelong Learning Center Public Development Authority,Amending
Chapter 2.84 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code. Pamela Adams seconded.
Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote.
Resolution 21-021 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Lease Amendment
with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC
Ms. Adams requested information on whether the generator would present noise
concerns. Staff noted that this is a backup generator and is not intended to run
continuously.
Motion: Pamela Adams moved to approve Resolution 21-021 Authorizing the City
Manager to Execute a Lease Amendment with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC
Owen Rowe seconded.
Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote.
NEW BUSINESS
Ordinance 3263 Adopting 2021 Supplemental Budget Appropriations
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Finance Manager Tony Hillman gave the detailed staff report and noted that before the
ordinance comes back for second reading, additional costs would be reflected
associated with the carrier pipe and OGWS survey project totaling another$75,000.
Motion: Monica MickHager moved to approve first reading of Ordinance 3263 Adopting
2021 Supplemental Budget Appropriations. David Faber seconded.
Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote.
Resolution 21-022 Establishing an Extension Policy for Mountain View Pool Pass
Holders Due to the Pool Shutdown During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Public Works Director Steve King gave the staff report. Responding to a question if the
rollovers of passes begins on a date certain or by request, Mr. King noted this policy
would provide an automatic extension of all passes that expired after March 17, 2020
and becomes effective the date the City reopened the pool on March 22.
There was no public comment,
Motion: Owen Rowe moved to approve Resolution 21-022 Establishing an Extension
Policy for Mountain View Pool Pass Holders Due to the Pool Shutdown During the
COV/D-19 Pandemic. Ariel Speser seconded.
Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote.
PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT
Mayor Sandoval reported on the following meetings attended:
- Joint Oversight Board on the Housing Task Force meeting. The meetings are now
scheduled on alternating weeks and a recommendation was forwarded to the BOCC
related to the collected tax.
- Community Read event where she introduced House Lessons author Erica
Bauermeister.
- Meeting on the PDA with John Mauro and Nora Mitchell.
- City's exit audit conference.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Mr. Mauro reported on various department updates. Regarding entheogens comments,
there would be a meeting with the PT Psychedelic Society tomorrow. While staff realizes
the ask is beyond decriminalization, SB5476 is currently before the state legislature and
it seems comments might best be directed to the State. He also provided a Covid update
and noted that Engage PT is being updated. Reopening of City Hall is expected as of
April 12 and guidance on City website on Friday. A legislative session update was
provided.
SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT OR FUTURE AGENDA, REGULAR MEETING AND/OR
STUDY SESSION
COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
Ms. Speser reported that a new Jefferson Transit survey is available. Regarding the
legislative session, she acknowledged resident comments on SB5204 Universal Health.
She recommended Engage PT might be used to address emerging issues such as
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proposed resolutions of residents. Ms. Sandoval acknowledged Councilmembers have
each contributed a column in the City newsletter and participated in KPTZ weekly
programs with City Manager Mauro. She urged residents to be diligent on Covid
protocols despite vaccinations.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - RELATED TO REVIEW OF PERFORMANCE OF A PUBLIC
EMPLOYEE PURSUANT TO RCW 42.30.110(1)(G)
At 7:51 p.m., Council went into Executive Session pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)for a
Review of Performance of a Public Employee, estimated at 30 with no action anticipated.
At 8:23 p.m., the executive session was extended for another 15 minutes. At 8:34 p.m., the
Council came back into open session.
ADJOURN
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
Attest:
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Joanna Sanders, MMC
City Clerk
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