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HomeMy WebLinkAbout110623 City Council Business Meeting PacketPORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL AGENDA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 540 WATER STREET Business Meeting 6:00 p.m. November 6, 2023 • Attend in person or virtually via computer or tablet at 1„iqp,;/j„gjtiwebjt„ar,corn enter the 9 digit Webinar ID 850855531 • Phone only (muted - listen -only mode) United States: Local Dial In — (360) 390-5064 access code: 951-731-3384 • Live stream (listen only): https:Hcityofpt.us/citycouncil/page/agendasminutesvideos. • Submit public comment emails to be included in the meeting record to: Rjibliccommetat .>czty.of, t:.us • If you are experiencing technical difficulties, please attempt all methods listed above before reporting any issues to: r,l sc r„t( >,c I. Call to Order/ Pledge of Allegiance II. Roll Call III. Changes to the Agenda IV. Special Presentations V. City Manager's Report VI. Comments from the Public (re consent agenda items and items not on the agenda) (Each person has 3 min. to comment- City Clerk will signal at 2 min. 30 sec.) A. Public comment B. City Staff Response VII. Consent Agenda Action: Move to adopt the consent agenda or request to remove any individual item from the consent agenda. A. Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants B. Approval of Minutes: September 25, 2023, October 2, 2023 C. Appointments/Reappointments: Fair Board, Historic Preservation Committee D. Minor Housekeeping Revisions to be Adopted per PTMC Code 1.01.015(c) in Ordinance 3323, to Fix Errors in Exhibits B and G E. Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Ground Up Road Construction Inc, for Subgrade Treatment and Paving as Well as Other Miscellaneous Expenses not to Exceed $65,000 F. Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Interlocal Agreement with the Jefferson County Noxious Weed Control Board for an Additional Three Years of Weed Control Services. G. Public Infrastructure Fund Grant Application for Evans Vista VIII. Public Hearing A. Resolution 23-053 Declaring Property to be Surplus to the City's Needs and Authorizing the City Manager to Dispose of the Property Action: Move to approve 23-053 Declaring Property to be Surplus to the City's Needs and Authorizing the City Manager to Dispose of the Property. i. Staff Presentation ii. Public Comment iii. Council Deliberation and Action IX. Unfinished Business (None) X. New Business A. Port Townsend Golf Park Principles Action: Provide guidance on overarching principles for the lease for the Golf Course and increased public access. i. Staff Presentation ii. Public Comment iii. Council Deliberation and Action B. Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into Contracts to Abate Longstanding Nuisance Code Violations Action: Move to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with an abatement company not to exceed $30, 000 to clean up 100816'h Street should the court grant the City a Warrant of Abatement as well as to clean up accumulated junk in the adjoining City rights ofway. i. Staff Presentation ii. Public Comment iii. Council Deliberation and Action C. City Managers 2024 Proposed Budget Action: i. Staff Presentation ii. Public Comment iii. Council Deliberation and Action D. Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Listing Agreement with Terry McHugh for the Sale of the Cherry Street Property. Action: Move to Authorize the City Manager to Enter into a Listing Agreement with Terry McHugh for the Sale of the Cherry Street Property. i. Staff Presentation ii. Public Comment iii. Council Deliberation and Action XI. Presiding Officer's Report XII. Suggestions for next or future agenda, regular meeting and/or study session XIII. Comments from Council XIV. Adjourn -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Are you sold out? Date: 2023-10-29 16:23 From: parking20@forestgems.com To: Dfaber <dfaber@city ofpt.us> Council members - This will be a bit long with some familiar content, but I have 27 years and quite a bit of my money invested here. It is submitted as the last chapter of a long 10 -year communication to council of problems receiving no answers. I represent what is given lip service to. I am a working self-sufficient successful artisan. I will be selling or closing soon. The following is to explain the "instrument" that Owen Rowe does not like the "tone" of. All council is equally tone deaf. Then - 47 years ago, a 21 year old "hippie type" risked it all to be a self-sufficient self-taught artisan on the unforgiving daystalls at the Pike Place Market. It was a kind of university to learn art and craft, and marketing. He scraped by for quite a while and eventually made a good living and learned much more than expected. The corruption where he was eventually drove him to seek a less dishonest place and he risked it all once again. In 1996 he opened Forest Gems in funky, ragged, and real Port Townsend. The mayor came to welcome him. The police chief did as well. A volunteer parking enforcement person made things for the gallery and weeded flower beds. The bre chief drew the plans for the home he built on 60 acres, financed with hard work and the honesty one looks for in small towns. He was organically woven into the community. He was able to also provide 4 affordable rentals for older folk and young families. The 60 old, forested acres are for now conserved. Without any grants or government assistance. Bless the Port Townsend he came to 27 years ago. It has been captured and contorted into what John Mauro now calls "his" town. The appointed mayor will not be visiting. The police chief will not be around or respond to damaging actions. There are no parking volunteers. Main Street and Chamber will hang flower baskets and the like and stay silent on practices that damage all businesses and the visitors they spend money to attract. Now - I attended and observed 3 council meetings during the mess tent fiasco where public parking spaces were taken illegally for private special interest use. Observing the dynamics was familiar and quite telling. Kris Nelson who was a past president of Main Street and very connected in other aspects wanted more for herself. " Streaterie Magic". Ask Quimper sound how that worked for them. Not "Magic". Perhaps less obvious to the insulated council were other damages and wedges driven. Ask the then new owner of Alchemy what community means. Apparently an abandoned and moldy mess tent left sitting unused for months during the important holiday season as less parking meant less income for others. Add to that his staff parking on the street all day as is the case with many businesses. This is the new manufactured Timmons/Sandoval-Faber/Maruo/ council "community". Owen Rowe did comment that he didn't like the tone of "some people" at one of 3 council meetings I attended, nodding in my direction as falsehoods were spouted by some council members, insulated by Roberts Rules of Order. Some corrupted "public servants" have no sense of responsibility, true ability, or the reality of damages inflicted. "Can't we just try something different" said Libby Wennstrom wanting to gamble with my business and not quite telling the truth regarding another town that eliminated street parking. Owen Rowe focused on the "tone" of someone ignored and speaking for many being damaged for a decade. There is a long list of shirked responsibility and inept management in Port Townsend. David Faber is on the record saying how important institutional continuity is. For who? It is so convoluted here that I watched Main Street board members become victims of Main Street. Captured Main Street director Mari Mullen (now funded by city tax dollars) sold out all members providing skewed numbers regarding public input and limited public notice. I personally went door to door and found most all businesses had no idea of the proposed ordinance change. No Main Street board members seemed to have any issues with that. Amazing. What low self-esteem must one have to need to be a part of that "team', or an unquestioning council member? I watched as appointed mayor Faber acknowledged "poor" Kris Nelson sitting alone and was so happy when Kris and a Main Street board member hugged it out. What a bizarre show. Kris with a knife in his back and he giving a big hug for show. Limited public notice was also the case with Mauro and Faber and the water/sewer newsletter which mentioned nothing regarding the proposed change in the city ordinance that would have allowed mess tents to increase in numbers and become permanent. "Something different" indeed. All old news now. Just a sampling of the groupthink that each and every council member is often part of. The truly far -gone sense nothing is amiss, but may experience annoying "tones". This week -no changes. Attached are two photos taken on Saturday October 28th. The first is the truck of the owner of the Washington Hotel that regularly parks in front of my business and others. A few weeks ago, he made a point to go out of his way to get in my face while taking space in front of my business. Me just ignoring him was not enough for him. His face to me was that of Faber, Mauro and council. His business and himself are devolved to harm others for personal gain. Like Sandoval, 3 -time appointed mayor and 20 -year council member. Buy a condo and get free parking included. Never mind the city ordinance and posted signage. Full council turns a blind eye, groupthink is in effect; the problem is those seeing a problem. After years my "tone" changed. David. Owen. Amy. Libby. Aislinn. Monica. Ben Each council member has been and is part of that. Each council member usually groupthinks or things would not be as they are. There have been a few broken promises and assurances over the years regarding illegal parking. The problem is known. The council's "tone" is just white noise drowning out reality. The second photo is of the blue Porche that has become a regular fixture all day. It stands out, but as always there are many others. This person and others including the owner of the hotel can't just park up the hill on Washington. They are assimilated into the culture here to damage self and others. Such is the Faber/Mauro/council Port Townsend "community" of today. Tone deaf A couple of years ago, a new police officer starting here told of the country he came from. He said if you called the police they didn't come. I no longer bother to call the police regarding folks like the owner of the blue Porsche and Washington Hotel's pickup truck. They are proxies doing damage at the direction of Faber/Mauro and council. I wonder if that officer is still here and what he really thinks of this place, and his superiors. Hardly superior. I don't like the tone of dragging down the police Owen Rowe. The tone sounds like creeping corruption. There are other corrupted tones as well. Owen is or was on the board at the Food Co -Op. Likely destined for other positions in town because he makes no waves and plays along with the corrupted powers that be. What if the food co-op experienced the loss of customer access and income loss that others and I do? What would be your response as a Co -Op board member Owen? Why is it different on the streets here? Owen embodies inconsistent corruption that serves some above others. This is observed without any "tone". So, this is my 47th year of being a self-supporting artisan. 27 years in Port Townsend also financing and representing other artisans. Perhaps my "tone" is due to being responsible and not lowering my ceiling or sense of self to fit into corrupted "teams" or systems. I left Pike Place Market where I sold my work for 23 years due to systemic corruption. I participated in trying to reform things there by being Daystall Tenants Director, part of the PDA system, but saw the futility and came here. Port Townsend is a different tide pool with the same forces. Even some of the same people from Seattle were in government here early on. A PDA was even formed at Fort Worden. I warned about that because of observing a corrupted PDA elsewhere. I have been setting things up for several years to leave this council created "community" behind. Things are coming together, and I am getting close now. I have been vocal and on the record. The official narrative of a gifted Timmons and selfless Sandoval that set the stage for today has many cracks. Some like Mauro speak of the soul of "his" town. If not sold there will be a very real loss of an artisan owned and operated business with a 47 -year history, part of the organic aggregate of the "soul". There will never be another like it, or anything similar in Port Townsend. I am reminded daily of that by my regular customers who vary from rich to not so rich. I work for my artisans and customers and honor all who are part of what I do. I watch as all visitors are treated as fools with fake 2 -hour signage that insiders know to ignore. Mari at Main Street with her board gushes and cheers. Chamber is silent. Police are not to be bothered. One officer years ago told me of the self -licking ice cream cone that is Port Townsend now. I am told I have a one -of -a -kind destination. I have busted my ass to build and maintain it. If money is the gauge of success, I have recently done better than Mauro without selling my soul. Or the community others built. The council appointed mayor publicly talks of sex with dogs and chickens, wastes millions that should have helped affordable housing, and tells police to stand by as women are assaulted. Somehow, he has position and approval. I am sickened. Council is in denial. Owen doesn't like my "tone" but openly support what he says is entertaining. Last week my manager told me some Buddhist Monks were in and declared my place here a sacred space. Others including customers and tribal members are equally supportive. No council member past or present, Timmons, or Mauro have ever been in to actually "engage". Instead in a tiny town of only ten thousand, there is a convoluted system holding real people at arm's length. Mauro now having a new expensive buffer position on his staff. He hires consultants to tell him what they know he wants to hear. He was recently fooled by larger fish from larger pools it seems. Council approves his spending, even for a consultant to show council how to not consider negatives, with groupthink the objective. How empty must one be to participate? Be Kind. Harvey Windle Forest Gems Gallery Since 1976 -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: Are you sold out? Date: 2023-11-01 09:45 From: parking20@forestgems.com To: David Faber <DFaber@city ofpt.us> David - For the record. I understand you will not understand. Thanks for the chance to explain what you are missing. I will forward this to all council and Mauro, so things are clear. The uptick in my income is due to my putting in lots of extra hours on expensive custom work and marketing raw wood we mill. My personal career and value of work reflects what I have worked hard for over a 47 year career. Sales of smaller items in Port Townsend that once were the core of income for me are down as overall visits. I track things closely with a POS system and the number of customers is way down in Port Townsend. Way down. I have a space in Port Hadlock where much of the custom work is commissioned and much of that comes from referrals. The corporation Forest Gems in Port Townsend processes the business. That will be changing because Port Townsend has become more of a negative than positive for me. You are a key part of that. I have a multi -faceted business and corporation. I adapt to negative forces like your administration and previous ones. Unlike yourself like a deer in headlights regarding Cherry Street, I adapt. I have yearly and quarterly adapted to the negative aspects you and the city have created and over the last few years put in excessive time beyond what I used to have to. The numbers are solid that visitors are down in number, and I personally have input regularly that those who are coming to see me in PT often have trouble finding parking. You of course will find a way in your mind to deflect that as you just did in your response. Of course, at off times there is less of an issue with parking. Key times there are grave issues. Do you remember David at the council meetings I attended how so many merchants said parking policies or lack of them caused lost business" Did you read the study that your city commissioned that said millions of dollars are lost? That input showing your failure did not originate with me. It came from the community your are supposed to be serving and working for and with. You are a failure. You know very little or choose to know very little. Both options are a concern. The culture of respect and real community that comes from the community having boundaries has greatly suffered. Again, I see it in real time. You do not. Government following the laws and codes that should keep special interests from taking advantage is missing. Picking and choosing to ignore the structure meant to prevent what PT has become as those in control of the city do has massive ramifications. On your watch and previously. Council, yourself, and Mauro live in denial and see what you want to see. Additionally, re -structuring of debt with my rentals, also part of what I do has added income that luckily you and the City of Port Townsend have no influence over. That added quite a bit of income. I did it alone and didn't function as a parasite on a system that taxpayers pay for. Your Cherry Street project is your legacy and shows your ability and sense of responsibility. Hardly a sound investment for the people you are supposed to serve. Hardly a timely exit from the massive costs and loss you created. Issues with the pool and costs of proposed changes also seem to be not well understood by staff and council. This is now to be expected. Can't wait for Evans Vista when you can't manage simple parking. Your comparison to other places as Libby Wennstrom did at a council meeting that I attended which proved to be less than accurate has no bearing on specifics here. You are who and what you are. Anyone can grow and change. Thanks for the chance to explain how you and "the city" are failing. And denying. Harvey Windle Forest Gems Gallery On 2023-11-0100:47, David Faber wrote: > Harvey, > Interesting how you pen lengthy polemics about how governmental > failure to guarantee parking turnover directly in front of your shop > is a terrible injustice allegedly causing significant harm to your > business, yet, at literally the exact time, you are also claiming to > be doing record business and making money hand -over -fist. Just... > Quite interesting... wouldn't you say? > Harvey, I wish we had capacity to change parking in downtown Port > Townsend, but staff capacity is limited and business seems to be > booming despite inaction, so while free and unlimited parking isn't > anywhere close to my idea of the best policy, I can't really see why > it should be a key priority. I'm reminded of Bordeaux, where the > downtown business district screamed and cried that pedestrianization > would ruin business, and yet business has boomed there in the wake of > their elimination of all downtown parking . It makes me think that the > economic effect of car parking is grossly overestimated in downtown > business districts, and if your claims are correct (that cars are left > blocking the parking spaces in front of your shop, yet you've never > had more economic success), then I am left with only one, inescapable > conclusion: your anger and fear is misplaced, and shouldn't rise to > the level of emergent policy action. > I honestly wish you well, despite your constant vitriol toward me and > my colleague. Good luck to you, though it sounds like you're doing > quite well already. > Best, > David Faber > Best, > David J. Faber > Mayor, City of Port Townsend > (360) 821-9374 > ------------------------- > From: parking20@forestgems.com <parking20@f6restgems.com> > Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2023 3:23 PM > To: David Faber <DF aber@ city ofpt.us> > Subject: Are you sold out? > CAUTION: External Email > Council members- > This will be a bit long with some familiar content, but I have 27 > years > and quite a bit of my money invested here. > It is submitted as the last chapter of a long 10 -year communication to > council of problems receiving no answers. I represent what is given > lip > service to. I am a working self-sufficient successful artisan. I will > be > selling or closing soon. The following is to explain the "instrument" > that Owen Rowe does not like the "tone" of. All council is equally > tone > deaf. > Then- > 47 years ago, a 21 year old "hippie type" risked it all to be a > self-sufficient self-taught artisan on the unforgiving daystalls at > the > Pike Place Market. It was a kind of university to learn art and craft, > and marketing. He scraped by for quite a while and eventually made a > good living and learned much more than expected. The corruption where > he > was eventually drove him to seek a less dishonest place and he risked > it > all once again. In 1996 he opened Forest Gems in funky, ragged, and > real > Port Townsend. The mayor came to welcome him. The police chief did as > well. A volunteer parking enforcement person made things for the > gallery > and weeded flower beds. The fire chief drew the plans for the home he > built on 60 acres, financed with hard work and the honesty one looks > for > in small towns. He was organically woven into the community. He was > able > to also provide 4 affordable rentals for older folk and young > families. > The 60 old, forested acres are for now conserved. Without any grants > or > government assistance. Bless the Port Townsend he came to 27 years > ago. > It has been captured and contorted into what John Mauro now calls > "his" > town. The appointed mayor will not be visiting. The police chief will > not be around or respond to damaging actions. There are no parking > volunteers. Main Street and Chamber will hang flower baskets and the > like and stay silent on practices that damage all businesses and the > visitors they spend money to attract. > Now- > I attended and observed 3 council meetings during the mess tent fiasco > where public parking spaces were taken illegally for private special > interest use. Observing the dynamics was familiar and quite telling. > Kris Nelson who was a past president of Main Street and very connected > in other aspects wanted more for herself. " Streaterie Magic". Ask > Quimper sound how that worked for them. Not "Magic". Perhaps less > obvious to the insulated council were other damages and wedges driven. > Ask the then new owner of Alchemy what community means. Apparently an > abandoned and moldy mess tent left sitting unused for months during > the > important holiday season as less parking meant less income for others. > Add to that his staff parking on the street all day as is the case > with > many businesses. This is the new manufactured > Timmons/Sandoval-Faber/Maruo/ council "community". > Owen Rowe did comment that he didn't like the tone of "some people" at > one of 3 council meetings I attended, nodding in my direction as > falsehoods were spouted by some council members, insulated by Roberts > Rules of Order. Some corrupted "public servants" have no sense of > responsibility, true ability, or the reality of damages inflicted. > "Can't we just try something different" said Libby Wennstrom wanting > to > gamble with my business and not quite telling the truth regarding > another town that eliminated street parking. Owen Rowe focused on the > "tone" of someone ignored and speaking for many being damaged for a > decade. There is a long list of shirked responsibility and inept > management in Port Townsend. > David Faber is on the record saying how important institutional > continuity is. For who? > It is so convoluted here that I watched Main Street board members > become > victims of Main Street. Captured Main Street director Mari Mullen (now > funded by city tax dollars) sold out all members providing skewed > numbers regarding public input and limited public notice. I personally > went door to door and found most all businesses had no idea of the > proposed ordinance change. No Main Street board members seemed to have > any issues with that. Amazing. What low self-esteem must one have to > need to be a part of that "team', or an unquestioning council member? > I watched as appointed mayor Faber acknowledged "poor" Kris Nelson > sitting alone and was so happy when Kris and a Main Street board > member > hugged it out. What a bizarre show. Kris with a knife in his back and > he > giving a big hug for show. > Limited public notice was also the case with Mauro and Faber and the > water/sewer newsletter which mentioned nothing regarding the proposed > change in the city ordinance that would have allowed mess tents to > increase in numbers and become permanent. "Something different" > indeed. > All old news now. Just a sampling of the groupthink that each and > every > council member is often part of. The truly far -gone sense nothing is > amiss, but may experience annoying "tones". > This week -no changes. > Attached are two photos taken on Saturday October 28th. The first is > the > truck of the owner of the Washington Hotel that regularly parks in > front > of my business and others. A few weeks ago, he made a point to go out > of > his way to get in my face while taking space in front of my business. > Me > just ignoring him was not enough for him. His face to me was that of > Faber, Mauro and council. His business and himself are devolved to > harm > others for personal gain. Like Sandoval, 3 -time appointed mayor and > 20 -year council member. Buy a condo and get free parking included. > Never > mind the city ordinance and posted signage. Full council turns a blind > eye, groupthink is in effect; the problem is those seeing a problem. > After years my "tone" changed. David. Owen. Amy. Libby. Aislinn. > Monica. > Ben. > Each council member has been and is part of that. Each council member > usually groupthinks or things would not be as they are. There have > been > a few broken promises and assurances over the years regarding illegal > parking. The problem is known. The council's "tone" is just white > noise > drowning out reality. > The second photo is of the blue Porche that has become a regular > fixture > all day. It stands out, but as always there are many others. This > person > and others including the owner of the hotel can't just park up the > hill > on Washington. They are assimilated into the culture here to damage > self > and others. Such is the Faber/Mauro/council Port Townsend "community" > of > today. > Tone deaf. > A couple of years ago, a new police officer starting here told of the > country he came from. He said if you called the police they didn't > come. > I no longer bother to call the police regarding folks like the owner > of > the blue Porsche and Washington Hotel's pickup truck. They are proxies > doing damage at the direction of Faber/Mauro and council. I wonder if > that officer is still here and what he really thinks of this place, > and > his superiors. Hardly superior. > I don't like the tone of dragging down the police Owen Rowe. The tone > sounds like creeping corruption. There are other corrupted tones as > well. Owen is or was on the board at the Food Co -Op. Likely destined > for > other positions in town because he makes no waves and plays along with > the corrupted powers that be. What if the food co-op experienced the > loss of customer access and income loss that others and I do? What > would > be your response as a Co -Op board member Owen? Why is it different on > the streets here? Owen embodies inconsistent corruption that serves > some > above others. This is observed without any "tone". > So, this is my 47th year of being a self-supporting artisan. 27 years > in > Port Townsend also financing and representing other artisans. Perhaps > my > "tone" is due to being responsible and not lowering my ceiling or > sense > of self to fit into corrupted "teams" or systems. > I left Pike Place Market where I sold my work for 23 years due to > systemic corruption. I participated in trying to reform things there > by > being Daystall Tenants Director, part of the PDA system, but saw the > futility and came here. Port Townsend is a different tide pool with > the > same forces. Even some of the same people from Seattle were in > government here early on. A PDA was even formed at Fort Worden. I > warned > about that because of observing a corrupted PDA elsewhere. > I have been setting things up for several years to leave this council > created "community" behind. Things are coming together, and I am > getting > close now. I have been vocal and on the record. The official narrative > of a gifted Timmons and selfless Sandoval that set the stage for today > has many cracks. > Some like Mauro speak of the soul of "his" town. If not sold there > will > be a very real loss of an artisan owned and operated business with a > 47 -year history, part of the organic aggregate of the "soul". There > will > never be another like it, or anything similar in Port Townsend. I am > reminded daily of that by my regular customers who vary from rich to > not > so rich. I work for my artisans and customers and honor all who are > part > of what I do. I watch as all visitors are treated as fools with fake > 2 -hour signage that insiders know to ignore. Mari at Main Street with > her board gushes and cheers. Chamber is silent. Police are not to be > bothered. One officer years ago told me of the self -licking ice cream > cone that is Port Townsend now. > I am told I have a one -of -a -kind destination. I have busted my ass to > build and maintain it. If money is the gauge of success, I have > recently > done better than Mauro without selling my soul. Or the community > others > built. > The council appointed mayor publicly talks of sex with dogs and > chickens, wastes millions that should have helped affordable housing, > and tells police to stand by as women are assaulted. Somehow, he has > position and approval. I am sickened. Council is in denial. Owen > doesn't > like my "tone" but openly support what he says is entertaining. > Last week my manager told me some Buddhist Monks were in and declared > my > place here a sacred space. Others including customers and tribal > members > are equally supportive. No council member past or present, Timmons, or > Mauro have ever been in to actually "engage". Instead in a tiny town > of > only ten thousand, there is a convoluted system holding real people at > arm's length. Mauro now having a new expensive buffer position on his > staff. He hires consultants to tell him what they know he wants to > hear. > He was recently fooled by larger fish from larger pools it seems. > Council approves his spending, even for a consultant to show council > how > to not consider negatives, with groupthink the objective. How empty > must > one be to participate? > Be Kind. > Harvey Windle > Forest Gems Gallery > Since 1976 From: Exiled Art To: publiccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: I support a new pool! Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023 8:30:24 PM CAUTION: External Email As a mother, member, and local business owner, I support PT building a new pool facility. The facility could bring tremendous support to families recreating on the peninsula, support our maritime education with water safety, as well as support rehab and lifelong health and fitness of our community. Our high school swim team could also train in a standard -sized pool. I have been unable to give my 8 year old daughter adequate swim education due to the pandemic, facility closures, and staffing challenges. I have driven her to sequim and Bainbridge island for water experiences and would much prefer more in -town experiences. My hope is that a new facility could support families like mine. I also swim for fitness and miss living in a town with a standard length of pool. These days I predominantly swim in the sea, but a new facility would bring me back to the pool (for the winter at least). We have a strong community and families, swimmers, and folks passionate about water here. I think a new pool could bring us all out in new numbers. Thank you for taking my comments! Maria Maria Cory ell -Martin http://scanmail.trustwave.com/?c=16439&d=y�c 675SisnI-Oad l V- c04L1 XOUpCitZNW2 fdww&u=http%3a%2f%2faittoolkit%2ecom http://scannail.trustwave.con/?c=16439&d=yc 675SisnI-Oad l V- c04L1 XOUpCitZN Wye2Vbek &g a®http%3a%2f%2fexpeditionaryaut%2ecom 206.708.9405 From: Karen Amundson To: nubliccommentCcitvofot.us Subject: In support of the pool! Date: Friday, October 27, 2023 8:37:42 AM Hi there, I just wanted to send in my support of the new public pool to be built in Pt. My not quite 2 year old daughter and I are huge lovers of the water! I think a new pool would be huge for our community and for families. Best, Karen From: Kelsev Caudebec To: publiccommentC6citvofot.us Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 2:08:44 PM To City Council members, Planning Commissioners, and City Staff present during the October 9th joint meeting regarding Evans Vista: Firstly, I remain grateful I was able to witness the thoughtful conversation during this meeting. I found it very informative and it helped me to better understand the nuances of this project. I was excited to learn that the new goal for the amount of units was much higher than I had expected. Thank you for pushing for this. I encourage other residents to follow along too so that as a community we can better understand and engage on this complex and important project and be an informed citizenry. I have continued to think about the discussion, and I do have some lingering questions/concerns. What mechanisms will be in place to ensure that these units aren't bought up by people who have never lived in our community but, like many others, want to move here to retire? In other words, how do we ensure, after all this time and energy and financial investment, that these units go towards people who live in our community and/or folks who want to move here and take jobs in our area? I point this out NOT because I adhere to the idea that "we don't need more new people in Port Townsend." I don't - that way of thinking is problematic in many ways. But throughout the conversations around Evans Vista, the project has been discussed specifically as a way to add more housing for people in our community across income levels who are struggling with housing. The importance of creating housing for the local workforce has also featured heavily (obviously this overlaps with the previous category to a degree). This project has been discussed as a way to assuage our county's housing crisis and also our chronic understaffing across sectors (hospital, EMS, schools, retail, etc.) that is directly tied to lack of housing for potential workers. So, understanding that these factors have been in mind as we plan and develop Evans Vista, I think it's appropriate to want to ensure that this project meets its "mission." I have heard members of City Council and the Planning Commission make the argument that by simply increasing more units, it will increase supply and therefore lead to lower housing costs. That possibly folks in Port Townsend who already own older homes, will want to move into the newer Evans Vista units, freeing up those older, lower-cost homes for others. How do we truly expect that to work in a place as Port Townsend, however? I wish it would, but it continues to be hard for me to buy. If we lived in a bubble, sure. But we don't - as we all know, we are a highly desirable place to live and we have an incredible amount of pent-up demand for housing here. Lots of people from out of the area want to retire here or work remotely here. Even if an increase in housing units shaved, say, 10% off the median home price (a number that is surely way, way too generous), that would drop the median home price from around $670K to $600K. That is still much higher than most locals can afford (even those with well -paying jobs), particularly with current interest rates. But we'll never run out of people who want to come to picturesque, charming little Port Townsend and can outbid locals. My main fear is that after all this work and dedication, the units that are created or freed up will still be unattainable for locals or for folks who want to take jobs in our area. Someone mentioned during the meeting that a way to ensure that these units get to the folks we have had in mind all along during this process, is to market locally first. That feels like kind of a shaky plan to me. Perhaps I am misunderstanding, but is the plan to market locally and just cross our fingers that people outside of the target population don't find out and apply for units? Don't we need a better plan than that? Additionally, what measures will be in place to ensure at least some degree of permanent affordability? And how can we ensure that some of the market -rate units don't end up as second homes/vacation homes that are only seasonally -occupied? Thanks for taking the time to consider my public comment. I know you all have a lot on your plate and I am grateful to your service to our community. Having sat through various meetings on the subject, I believe that you truly care about local housing issues and want our community to thrive. I understand that many of you have full-time jobs in addition to your roles and that much of your work goes unthanked. I feel hopeful about this project and it feels good to have hope in the midst of our local housing crisis. Thank you for your work on this complicated and intensive project. Sincerely, Kelsey Caudebec From: Kat Terran To: nubliccommentC6cityofot.us Subject: New pool for the kids and the community Date: Monday, October 16, 2023 6:12:32 PM CAUTION: External Email Please we need a modern pool, for a town surrounded by water we really need this, and adequate programs for our kids to learn to swim. Thank you, Kat Terran From: Rosemary Sikes To: publiccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: Nov 6 City Council meeting concerning the dump in our residential neighborhood, 1008 16th St. Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023 8:33:59 PM CAUTION: External Email Dear City Council members, I am writing about the nuisance and hazard of the dump in our residential neighborhood in flagrant violation of many paragraphs of city code for years, nearly a decade, and worse with every passing year in spite of the city code officer's efforts and surveillance at 1008 16th St. Port Townsend. I understand the case of violations of city code on the property at 1008 16th St. will be heard at the Port Townsend City Council meeting on 6 November at 6PM, in the second floor Council Chambers of City Hall, 540 Water Street, Port Townsend. Issue before the council, general and in brief: To have a company clear the property of the extreme and long existing, well documented, nuisance violations, the city code compliance office needs a warrant of abatement from the court. City Council approval is required to initiate that step by the court. Council approval of fiends to pay for the clearing work is also required. As a neighbor living at 1709 Gise Street I am in favor of City Council approval to initiate a warrant of abatement from the court and approval of funds to pay for the clearing work. This has gone on far too long. Sincerely, Rosemary Sikes From: Reverend ox To: pub1iccornrnentC6citvofDt.us; John Mauro Cc: newsL612en i nsu lada i ly news. com; _news 62tleader.com effboccL6co.iefferson.wa.us; Joe Nole; 6Qh2co.jefferson.wa.us; Subject: Public Safety Issue Date: Monday, October 23, 2023 9:50:11 PM Attachments: Special Event Permit Discrimination.odf Please See Attached for my Public Comment Reverend Crystal Cox Special Event Permit Discrimination Complaint / Public Comment Port Townsend Event Permit Discrimination Leads to Public Endangerment Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro and Police Chief Tom Olson blame a local woman, event organizer, for Police Response to 400 people attacking a permitted women's speaking event in Port Townsend. City Manager John Mauro knowingly, maliciously misled the public about Port Townsend's Public Permit Process and Police Staffing. This Life Endangering Discrimination against Amy Sousa translated into real world violence against people in the streets of Port Townsend. The Community at large still believes our beatdown was justified and feel embolden to continue. At a City Council Meeting September 6th, 2022 City Manager John Mauro stated that the City looks to the Permit Process to determine what resources are needed at events in PT. Just before this, Mauro had discussed how great the city of Port Townsend handled the 9-3-2022 event via the same "Special Event Permit" process. Mauro said the response of the city of Port Townsend at Amy Sousa's August 15th, 2022 event was because the event organizer checked NO on the box on the permit application for the question "Do you anticipate needing police staffing for your event?" Amy Sousa, the event organizer, had not anticipated a need for police staffing. To the City of Port Townsend this somehow justified how the city responded to hundreds of people sabotaging Amy's event, assaulting women, shutting down free speech, threatening, intimidating and bullying a very small group at an event with only 11 speakers. Half of the Speakers from that night are lesbians. Most of those at Amy's event were elderly, many over 80. When you attend an event downtown PT, you do not often know what box the event organizer checked. The City Manager is basically saying that if the organizer checked a box you don't know about and you attend the event, get assaulted and call 911, or police are in the area, that they will not help you because of a box someone else checked, and you have no knowledge of. Here are the remarks City Manager John Mauro made to the City Council and the Public, to justify our assault and the city's response. Keep in mind, this same night Mauro told the public to refer to the City Q and A for the city's thinking, regarding comments made that night by Steven Schumacher calling attention to the city response to our assault, our rights violations. Click below to hear the City Manager refer to the public event permit process application being used by the city for how the city responds, shuts off roads and provides or does not provide police. htt s:��ruu bUe.cou ��� u o ... ohn...0 auro...cgt ...0 ana er... ort...i�owr�rnsend...abu�suve...to...wr�romen....s ecu II...............................................................................................y........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ .U:::::permut..duso. htmU Mauro blamed the event organizer for what happened to us that night. Those who attended the event and those who had been assaulted began to view Amy Sousa as the reason the Port Townsend Police stood by as we were assaulted, and why dispatch treated us so dismissively, why we did not get into city council, and why there were no felony charges for our assaults. Some of them contacted me and asked me what I thought about it. I had already noticed in the newspaper, public records emails, and in Chief Tom Olson's after action report to the city manager called "Lessons "Learned", that Olson made it a point to tell everyone that Amy Sousa checked NO on the box for the question, "Do you anticipate needing police staffing for your event?" I felt that Olson and Mauro were being abusive and discriminating to Amy Sousa, and that they were trying to make her out to be the responsible party for their actions and choices. So I decided to look deeper into the matter. Did Amy check that box and if so Why? Most events downtown Port Townsend do not ask for police staffing, it is not really needed. If an event has an assault, harassment or any kind of antagonist, 911 is called and the police show up and deal with it. That is the PTPD standard of practice. That did not happen at Amy's event. Amy Sousa told Chief Tom Olson that Antifa would be there. When Amy Sousa filled out the Permit Application, she did not know that Antifa would be coming to Port Townsend. 2 days later on August 12, 2022, I, Reverend Crystal Cox, noticed Oregon based Antifa put out a Call to Action on Twitter, via SBB_ProtectTransKids @School Board Bloc, encouraging their followers to come to Amy Sousa's press conference. I notified Amy and she immediately notified chief Tom Olson. Chief Olson assured Amy that he could and would be able to handle it. Olson knew, as we see in public records, that Antifa and other groups were coming to town as well, and that PRIDE would be there, as well as Libby Wennstrom's Team and those in the community that the record shows Libby organized to come to city council that night and our women's speaking event. 1► SBB ProtectTransKidls �x ;6,;Irrarfl„rr,�no'r111;Va�t:, J Port Townsend, WA ,uM "'W "lllransp 1lliobiian Casnllll tra nao't'frarr: shOW t�lP iln solidarity Mondtay 8/05;/2t?'for a traan�s waaonaarn in Port Townsend being Nnaerassed (including death tlhnr�eats) on an °`ilntehnaation�.all'” scale, anftenan traansp6nobe verbally attacked fuer at I -lei, job at as YMCA pool. Join lay Monday, August 15th to counter paotest the transshobic rnob that are raliying to Port Townsend aihead of the nett City Council n"ieedr7 Gy, Where- Port Townsend City ball Wlhw A trans employee was recently a victirrn of harassment and discrnrrcnlnra�ticn at the YMCA poul arnd Inas become the target of transphotic hate -groups, that are coming to town, City C'uulncill (Meeting Mon dwy. Aug 1�5 lh 6 30 rr r,, 0340 Water St and Online Chief Olson misled the public about Amy checking that box, and left out that 2 days after she checked the NO police staffing box, Amy notified Olson of a need for police assistance, as Antifa would be there. Note here that Mayor David Faber follows @School Board Bloc and interacted with them on Twitter, now X. Faber tweeted articles to them that were hateful and derogatory about Julie Jaman, before our attack. Faber knew they were antifa and knew they would be at our event. (see more about this at the end of the complaint) 3 Amy Sousa Files for Special Event Permit, Called Community Support for Women From: To: 5 Subject: Speiciall Events 9"trut AR)IIho,,kon Date" WkIne,,A'ay, August 10, 2022 10, 1 RA6 AM Sjubmittoi on Wednesday, Ajar ;ust 10, 2022 - I0 I Bayi-u Submitted by anonyrTIOUS Llser 24113,154,37 Sjubrn�tted V61Ues aire; Event Staf,t Date Sat 08/15/2020 EveinI End Date Sat, 08/15/2020 Ftient Shut -5rne 5,'00 pm E'Nett Et'%11 6"30 t.m"� Fvoirit Nanic (3oryu,nunti1y Everil Apll"4icarit (t'Olust rn"JOI the Si(1:1)rIature on Nanie Arny -FiOie Or(Ian0zaOon S'ave of nf;m's Sports Source public record, click below htt City Manager John Mauro blamed Amy Sousa for the way the city of Port Townsend responded. He claimed it all comes down to the permit process as to what streets are closed, and what police staffing is anticipated and approved for the event. El. Did Amy Sousa really say NO on her Special Event Permit application? ow,,�./Pd ice0Perry't is Power Fup:tpapy Do your 14eed Flowrer? (Foi Th�,--, Pcp e¢ Mata uru^ F'llwa ONLY) No `iter et Use uto d P uprk pecan pt>rsotaticin Does yoaw event istu:pwre, amy pudic stiY er^t use? No Do,:s yaaw eve,W iequ iw lorry aiot eomlk, frauffor; lame uar snt ,,, et r pea,aeee+=s) No Police ,`` aff ng Do yaaea anticipate r'on'wpr]ury p"al iu u+ try yeuuau r v rrt%' No Aelcdilicgo,al Pornits Does, ata:auuewm include Medic,al Staffing W01 yew w,evr"w t* {'awivi¢9uerayl r'1ledic"alll su.ulrprarePv No Public, St, pI wtyr N Evt,Pnt, Maorsa4yeV't`uont, Ro you aoetI p ak,. 1000 rr rrrtar,5 w:attlaroett:Ba e .0 at y^mi oveyryry No YES Amy Sousa did check that box, that she did not anticipate police staffing being needed, as of August 10, 2022. Keep in mind Chief Tom Olson knew that Antifa would be there, and knew that Beau Ohlgren had a group that was coming to prevent our speech that Beau and Group decided was hate speech before we even spoke. These groups were specifically invited by Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom and were therefore emboldened as they knew the City of Port Townsend would protect them, no matter what they did. These groups acted justified and protected to hate us, shut down our event, scream at us, kick us, pin us to bricks, rip items off our body, destroy our property, sabotage our equipment, shut down our speech, ridicule us, threaten us, intimidate us, banish us from the public square and threaten to do worse the next time we try and speak in their public square. And city manager John Mauro justified it all with a Q and A reference, and blamed the city response on the event organizer for checking a box NO. Chief Olson and Mauro also knew that Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom had a team that would be in the crowd in direct coordinated opposition to us. Olson knew that Beau Ohlgren and Olympic Pride were coming to shut down our speech, to "prevent" our speech. This is seen in the public records email below. On August 10th, 2022 Olson knew there was a group who were coming to shut down our speech, to "prevent" our speech. This is seen in public records. They determined our first amendment right, our speech was "hate speech" and decided they had a right to then shut our speech down. None of our speeches were hateful in any way. This would not have been tolerated at any other Port Townsend event, regardless if the public did not approve of the content of the event. Amy Sousa was clearly prejudiced and this translated as real world violence with long term effect for those of us speaking and in attendance that night. 5 1.01$' City Special) Events email received a request from Amy Sousa (Save Women's Sports), to have a rally on 8/15/2022 from a 00PM to 6:30 PM, 1327 Received email from CSO advising me of ouza's ally permit application. He also advised that there may be counter protesters attempting to disrupt the rally to "prevent hateful speech.''" Source of Above Lessons Learned Email, talk of Amy Chief Tom Olson's "Lessons Learned" report. htt s:��drgve. oo le.com�file�d�"lvl:::tlu�/Ihe 0 f0°a5e"lub5hm ul:::l��vuewr�rus :::::::shargn Olson admits to knowing groups were coming to shut down our event, our speech, yet Chief Tom Olson did not put up any fencing nor provide any separation of groups or control over the mob. Olson let them have at us however they pleased, deliberately. Officer Titterness is quoted as saying, the PTPD did not want to upset the mob. Officer cam footage shows officers knew there were assaults happening and did nothing. Prior to the event Chief Tom Olson assured Amy Sousa that he would be able to handle Antifa and the other groups. So Amy took him at his word, however he had no intention of handling it, that became more than obvious. Chief Olson did not say my entire Police Staff will be on "security duty" guarding the City Hall Building and Councilmembers. He did not say we will be busy making sure city council sympathizers are safe to get in the back door. He did not say if we were assaulted there would be no police available to help us. Chief Olson did say it was first come first serve to get into line at city council, that too was a discriminating lie. Brian Kalscheuer Port Townsend Community Service Officer emails Police Chief Tom Olson Regarding Amy Sousa's Permit for Women's Support Speaking Event, scheduled for August 15th 2022. This email from Brian shows that the City of Port Townsend was in communication with Beau Ohlgren's "group" and knew they were organizing individuals to shut down Amy's speech, to shut down our speech they deemed 'hateful". The City clearly prejudiced Amy. F None of our speech was hateful. This email shows clear prejudice against Amy Sousa, and shows Julie Jaman nor Amy Sousa were treated Equally. Chn Ai 'ID, 2022, at 12��1(34 PIM, Bir4nf Kakicheiuef Regar'&"q d,Be patentW gathfer-11ing at infexit week"s, city ccuinic.d r,n,eeluinfg 11 jUSt IT1116i'Yped a spec,W ei%i peirinift appkciatbr"ii firoirnf i Arny Iio,us,,La to Ihvdd,a putikc g7 3 their ing,at Pople M& tn e Plia irk f roirn Si 3,0pirn 6 3 Opim oin Monday the 15 tlh 0� Aug 11 have kjoked oinWw for- Ms SIDIUS3 an,d sbs,ainb-geinfdeir r'eiais�g 5 gnimeinft, ie'tic - she has, ai web i5rite de' &ciated( tcpvvcmer"u's kleinbry, etc.,.. I ako have seciond hainti linffor-rn,a,hon tKat Be,au, (viih,or,n, 11 inn, fa,irwifdtiair Mth froimi �j piast spcidi,,fl ie%i firoinif rhe difusch by Bkie tJefr,di €s�S, Y)ejpqj,q , oir(giainfuze the &Lairne LGI-BQgr&ijp that gatheired fin Suppoirt of thei pod einiiplofyee at the Ii kist week 'to fiH rhe pubbic spaice at inext weeks Ir eeith-,g to., 1� pirp-%i huatefuH Spelech" firoirn io�c.icuinling, by PAS SOIL15a,'5 g�'OUP It SID'Unds kke &eirei Is, pioteirrtiil foir ruinder,age, pa"IrlicAlpacru t's Mi Ycou IAe irrife to IreajCh, Obt t IBeeaU,and fiind ofut rrinii abOILA what he may be orgaina.zring Biliain Kalsibiherijer I� Ooniirnu6ty i Offficier, Dity of Pout I &NIrVix,1I1fci 11,11oficie If iepiartn,icir,rt I hm(,A%V d ky&v k u's &L1,1Z =,Lrolil The City knew that a "Group" was going to shut down our event, simply because they decided ahead of time it was Hate Speech and were planning on going to "Prevent Hate Speech". The City knew they were going to prevent our speech, and did not bother to separate the groups. The City purposely prejudiced Amy Sousa, and thereby discriminated against her, justified FA public violence toward her and Julie, and this translated as real world violence, human rights violations, civil rights violation, and constitutional rights violations for all of us who spoke at the event, or attended the event. Chief Olson cautioned Brian on talks with "counter protesters" Beau Ohlgren. Though Amy's event was not described as a protest. The Groups sabotaged our event, they were the aggressor and the City knew ahead of time. Amy Sousa's group went to speak at a city council meeting and women's support speaking event, press conference after. However, we were kept out of the city council meeting so we tried to go right into our speeches. City works director Brian Kalscheuer Port Townsend Community Service Officer seemingly spoke with Beau Ohlgren of Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship and knew that Beau would be having people shut down our speech. Brian clearly prejudiced Amy Sousa as someone he did not approve of. This is seen in Brian's email per his description of Amy. E kam:Tfi,orras, IDIson <UflsiunO L,Ayoptu,i,,, Sent. Wednesday, Aujg pust 0, 21f, 22 1 3FPA To,'; 8 irurli Ka d^,�"ii en,u < t,,a Ik ""d g, @ lu�� � tyirp f p �, �,As> SubfectROty C aurvcA MeeUng pt&dkgatfiev mg 'Ruodn, Gelt frWe »Inforirnat,uIn 11 Wdl reacln iwt to hirr,Wf"'� havt� tau t,m"' on hilow We pry-Apsters, an.d wlhaT lheW ir Mpnllcins Are. T Ih c� r r 0 wwI Chkef iof lNnm6re Port IGO, 153 1 49,65 So Ut firom my M cmip On Aug 10, 2022, at 1� 2'7 PM, Vhovnas d qg, p .................... ............. j2 =..! t ,.Lam > w ri���) t:e u hfa n k 5 [3,rr a ni Thomas Us,ovu Chet of Poke Piovt Tiavonsend Ploke Deparv,nent Source Public Record eMail Click Below bt�p..::.H�d.dve..,. ......................... W Chief Tom Olson knew there would be Large Groups coming to shut us down 1925 1 StreI, Port Townsend M/0%, 78368 1�16038,5,2322 w1ww.1ciiVftyfpt,usjjt JoWnselin x K. h, Dt,:FAK, i MEN] MEMORANDUM T o.' Jou hin Mauro, Qty Mainager, Fromr Thor'nas, A,. Olson, Chief of Police Date: August 17, 2022 Re: After Action Report - Auigust 15, 2022 City Gouncil MeefinqNVomen's Rights, Rally illFdWOEWM On August 10, 20 2, the city receiivedl a request for a rally and comit"njunity gathering In SUpport of Jiufie Jannan by Amy E. Souiza (Souza,), who is representing the group ConinlUirrity Support for Women,. The request eras for Auigust 15, 2022„ 00, - 61,0 PM in Pope, Marine iPark, The rally was scheduled for the, sauna time and location of a city council meeting, The city councill would be presenting a proidarnation in support of the transgender cornri Arny Souza and Community Support for Wornen are, opposed to trans -gender women using the womien's locker at, the, YMCA because it imposes on a wori right to privacy. Because it was c[ear that the re were opposiingvews on, a very controversial topic, Po,rt Tu wnseind Police Department (the Department) started collecting intefligence Wormation to assist in determining whether there was potential for conflict or violence Ihetwveen Community Support for, Women (group 'l) and any person or group In support of the trans gpend er cornmuniity (group 2), The Department was umimediately notified that there may be counter protesters (group 2) corning to the event to, disrupt it and "prevent hateful speech,r' The Department identiffed several concerns while reviewing the Spe6al Event Permit Applicantion. �ly P, is very appropril ate tome." The Departm en 1: a 11so, ire ceive d a, flyer sent Out by 0 m P'Tr ride and Jefferson County ansgiender Support suggesting that theire may be al large groUp (group 2) �n tfie, area supporting the City's procla,matillon 10 Though Amy's permit said she did not need Power, things changed and power was needed. Olson was able to adjust to this new need though the box was not checked on the permit. Oslon claimed that neither Amy Sousa nor her liaison Rory Bowman requested assistance, this was BEFORE Antifa showed up and Olympic Pride as well as Beau Ohlgren's Group and Libby Wennstrom's "team" "crew" as she called them, crossed the street and came at us. Our mission for the, cuty council meeting was to allow as rnany people into the council clharnbers as fire code would alIlow (`7 and to, prowrde an enwurounim>nent that wwas free of idlisruption outside of counicH rules. Our mission for the open to the, pu.nbllc press conference was to provIde a police presence for a Ipeacefull exchange between two groups with opposing bellilefs, s'uiplpoeirbng everyone's, Constitutional Rights If theevent becamnie fess than peacefuull, we wwwrounld prioritize lite safety over property due to a hack of staffing and resources, g., E E UMVE SUMMARY Prior to the event i;aronurnd 5,00, PII S Qhmef Olson met ww0h Arnny Souza a ands her secuuruty liaison (Rory Bowman) un Pope Mahne Park, Both were happy with their location next to tkne Cotton buioldiingi, It pro~wu rt>d lhern °.with 'the needed power source for thie speaker system, added protection train members of group.2 that urnight try to rnnowe In Ibehind them during their hivestrearnn„ and it elirruunated the potential for conflict between thernr and group 2 merrnbers tt°nat rnauy tnawe taken, their space in Pope (Marine Park, prior to their arrlwwal. The brief conrwersatlons were pleasant and at no ttrnne did Soua or, Bowwwrnan express concerens or request further resources, Souza 11 rt)'„ �192S Wahve Street l Pc�frt Trmnsend Mlk, 48368 DI 3601.185-2322 1 mnNfw,dtyoIpt,,us� f' port Od ask about the firve'thatwas form4nigto get into the Crty'COUnicit rneefing, When asked, she stated that she had int endleld to attend and speak at the meeting but did not tiave ainyf),ne, waifingi 0 line Tl*re wereat least 100 people alrealdy wa, Riling in line and the coundi charnbers could only holid 70 people, including city councfl, cdy staff, and secuhly personnel, When Souza realized that shewas not ge,in g to get into the meetiing she stated "Wefl, I guess IIwifll ble speaking at,�ou,t that too," Both Souza and Bo",vrnan assured Chref Olson that they hu dl hos work phone nurnber. At approxirnatell, 5 � 00 IPMI, there were approxirTlately 100 jpeopIle lined up ori the sidewalk to get into, the bty courrdl meeting. They,were lined up fry ni th 1Use urn eintraince down Water Street towards Monroe Street, Therewere arrother 50—, '75 people nirn,gMg in Po I ad n 1Pa adrk., to include 201-30 peopile that appeareld to be vvith group 1. There Yver e a number of peloplethat were filiniinig the, arleawith their cellular phones, There were also a nurnber of people in the area that appeared to just be wd1king thrOL,Igll and had no idea, what, was gaijin g on. Amt pirior to 530, PM, Souza rna(Je W1 WIF)OUIVICt"Itijerut ovier her speaker systern that they WOUld Ib,e getting started in one rnrnute, This annoluinceiment attracted group 1 (all or, most weir,e very to tau So,uza's location) and mernbers ofgroup 2. She, and tvvo other Iladies started off the program by singing a songi, fh,is caught the attenbon of even more member's of group 2. R wa-loar that menibers of igiiroup 1 and group, 2 were interrningtOig at the very start of Solkiza's press conferenicie. Shortly after Souza. started speaking a parade of bilkes, flying flags in support of group 2 traveled down'Water Streetfrorn Monroe Street and entered Pope, Marine lPark Ibehind the crowed that was, listenOig to Souza and a crowd of people that were in or near the grassy area of the park. The bikes continued through the open ait of the, Ipirk towards, the Pope Mahne buirldiinig, They thenturneld airokAnd and erode out olf the park and Iback onto Water Street, They rode back into the park at least one more time until the crowd Red in the area whnere they were riding, It is, unknown where, they departed to, At the tune that ttve bikes rode into the 12 Appr'oxinnately 5:45 PM, a 91111 calla canna lnto Jeffclorrni reporting an assalutf with 40 people nnvo ed and possoible iinjury, 'the caUlen thien hung up before any other informatil coulld be gathered. About Ott pM We cou nus ne roOIFT; W,r 6 engargnng, an peop e were rrronunn In suno�tu o the cran�wwd near the �nmesen, "Phe speakers c�oal�d not be uu�een but they G`otl d Foy" "'9f%'11 fownsen� i"'w )L IC t nulIENT 1,925 BOwahni�iarSniri,,,m � Picill Ww rsenwtw ar , 9S! S � 3610305,2322 Within tare nninwtes officers and troopers entered the crowdi to remove the pninnary aggressor that had been observed by an officer pushing an ellderly lady, As the officers attempted to take hifT11 ionto custody, he fled on fob away froinn the crowd, As the officer attempted to pursue the suspect he was grabbed and assaulted by a s,eco,nd protester. That protester was taken into cu.nistody. I From that polint on, thiree air four polioce teams rernanned Qin and around the crowd. There were no other crines, observed or reported to officers. Souza ended the press conference at 63,0 PM, As they packed up the stuff and started to move to, their vehiiicUes, tlhney contunued to glet healed by Group 2, At (least Note here, many of the bikes did not depart as Olson said, they pressed up against us as we spoke, flipped us off, threatened and bullied us, intimidated us, screamed in our face, pushed their bikes into us, as video footage clearly shows. And we were told never to come back to the public square in their town, that their tax dollars pay for, as seen in video footage. Olson says the 911 caller reporting 4 attacking, just hung up. That was a malicious lie. Olson knew it was a lie. It was not about the caller simply hanging up. We were swarmed. Chief Olson misled the City of Port Townsend and the public. The caller was berated by 911, dispatch saying what do you want me to do, the police are there. Many women and men called 911 as assaults were in progress. Officer cam proves that the PTPD knew assaults were in progress and deliberately did not help. Officer Cam shows this clearly. Click this Album to listen to some of the 911 calls from our assaults .P.. a..,.H.. P.. b 2 t 2 a;:.. g P P A.—Oo._g U/Or3fq.)Mo"dwruruUJVnrurnrurm7 13 Port Townsend Police Chief Tom Olson misled the public claiming the officer and troopers went in after 5 minutes, that is not true. We have footage of victims, witnesses, speakers, attendees going to the police across the street over and over to beg for help for assaults in progress, and they just stood there. The men assaulting us, the people shutting down our speech, hitting us, threatening, bullying us, violating our human rights, civil rights and constitutional rights never left and were not stopped by police. It was a lot more than heckling. It happened up until the moment we left. Alex French was still at his victim Jennifer Thomas, while Chief Olson was standing nearby, which is clearly seen in video footage. Olson claimed there were no injuries, a sore groin, he knowingly, maliciously lied to the public. PTPD knew of long term injuries, the groin injury is major. Alex French kicked Henry Hughes in the privates so hard he has a lifetime injury and medical records to back it up. PTPD and Jefferson County Prosecutors had no interest in justice or accountability. There were quite a lot of physical and emotional injuries that night, and long term. There were NO victims rights for multiple Felonies, Hate Crimes and Assaults. Including assault on a LEO (an officer). Olson told Amy Sousa it was first come first serve to the council meeting. Therefore Amy Sousa, Julie Jaman and those of us who came with 3 minute speeches prepared were denied due process and equal access to a local government proceeding. This was stated knowingly and with malicious intent ,as the PTPD security team provided a police escort to Beau Ohlgren's Entire Group through a back door. Chief Olson and City Manager John Mauro preplanned this discrimination and denial of our due process rights to speak at a public meeting in a town we live in. As seen in the public record email below. From Zk Otygfg To: 21wmiWUgIaLui 'ubj'ea- Pr°odamatoin piresentaa�ttom Date- Faiday, Aug u „t 12, 2022 : 17:16 PM Jo11n talked to Beau tau,¢ ay arid he : ld that, you wa'waaW'be pra^src:n uuug lura with the proclrn aMion at the city courn cid unew°Mungt Would you hhea-te to make aacw°aaau eu ents m) lac and his entire �,rouap can be at the city Council niedin g? If so, l can truaalkw a arraartguntawrnts to bring thvrtt in, Olrougb tntw: back door. "l"his would be fidpf u9 in keclaarng the twa,ta groups n,c aaraatcd prior tai the caau,ancd nawaetin . t'1°aief of Police l'uwart 'p aaww+nscnd luaaliw c Mpaaartnnicnat. Though Olson Knew that Antifa was coming to our event, and that other groups were coming in, from out of town, as well as Olympic PRIDE and Beau Ohlgren's group was coming to prevent our speech, Olson would later put in his city manager report that he saw no need for barriers or to separate the groups. 14 1"hiselvent was open to the pubf� c per the speow]li event applocation and the risk 'These types cf freedo m of speech events are very chaltengNng because they cano,t be denued„ even if safety its a com.,,ern. IHaving the ine ded resources rea6y avaiila k,r and ;a welilw traOied and wefll equi9pp°ed praho ° tearni will provide the best oppo>t't>ra°ir */ for su.access. g, . C,(MA fit if". N'T One areathat can be, it np°roved on us officer discvfinr ,Vh0e work0ing in or moving rab,out a craovd Ttaere were a fea r comirnents tlha,t of vers in'mde wl,Ae being video recorded tf wt were r'nisk nd!er'sWd tai err out of contest„ crr° just tMstedl to fit a narrabive, We need) tri afmo a° s rerruernbeir that wt iar'e being recorded tii d fliose, that view tlae vkleo l atcta miry rawly de ,,ng seeing a smiallf podJon ref what ovras said TAO ttw If the "risk assessment" did not support a need to separate the groups then Chief Tom Olson and all Port Townsend Officers involved in this assessment are incompetent and a danger to the public. As they had plenty of information to warrant barriers, in the least, to separate the groups. The PTPD and City of Port Townsend CHOSE not to separate the groups and did so, I allege, with malicious intention, and willful disregard for the safety of those of us attending the event. The record shows a clear prejudice that led to real world harm. The Risk Assessment Planned for a Riot PTPD prepared for a RIOT per their IAP (Incident Action Plan) yet they provided no separation of groups to protect elderly women, our permitted event participants from Antifa and others that they knew were coming to shut down our speech. PTPD prepared for their own safety and deliberately did NOTHING for our safety. This is a serious public safety concern in Port Townsend as politics, discrimination and bullying is coming from the City itself and the City is choosing which individual and which groups get to have equal protection under the law. 15 The Above was in the IAP, Incident Action Plan. They planned for a Riot, for Riot related ignition risks, for other possible Hazmat needs. They did not request Riot Police. The PTPD saw enough risk to plan for Gas Mask and Ballistic Vests for them. Yet not even a barrier for us. Per the above, The PTPD brought Nomex, which is a heat- and flame -resistant fabric. PTPD planned for possible street closing though Amy Sousa clearly checked the box that she did not need streets closed. PTPD planned for Road Hazards. All this and Olson's "risk assessment" saw no need to separate the groups? Source of above IAP mentions Birt, 2u S :::: abad Chief Tom Olson misled the Public in his interview with the Daily Peninsula Newspaper. Olson said, befi.,)re the event he'd spoken, to Aurny Sousa, a, port Townsend activist who organized the ralfy supporting jar an, and that she hadn't requested police staffing for the event. ousa's pe it was submitted in the week before the event, and that was not enough time for his department to fully plan and accommoidate for it, Olson said, The per reit saidthe rally was to he open to the puublir , T "Chief Olson also said there were rumors circulating that outside groups would be coming to Port Townsend, "Every protest or rally that has counter -protests, "That's open to the public. That's intermingling with each other. You can anticipate that's going to happen." Funny Olson claims as if it is easy to anticipate what would happen. Yet his risk assessment did not, in fact, anticipate the obvious and did not find any need to separate the groups. PTPD Chief Olson is again maliciously, knowingly lying to the public as you clearly see in the public records that Olson did have time to plan and that clearly barricades would have been easily available. He saw no need to protect us. Not separating the groups was deliberate. The city of Port Townsend made their prejudice against us obvious within 24 hours of the YMCA banning Julie Jaman for LIFE. Olson did not claim that he could not protect us, with such a large group planning on showing up. Olson assured Amy, assured us that he would handle it. Olson, in fact, did not handle it then abusively blamed the event organizer for our felony hate crime assaults and violation of constitutional rights on his watch. Click Below for Full Article and source of above quotes hilt s:��drgve. oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�"Bewr�ruYU u.....0 s °a � / "� /eNMz XuzIRAWNwr#0ewr ?Uq :::::::shAJ Olson claimed it unfortunate the PTPD were the "scapegoats". However It is unfortunate that Amy Sousa, Julie Jaman and all of us in attendance had to be the City of Port Townsend's `scapegoat'. City Council Member Claims PTPD was not "Prepped" for Press Conference Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom was prepared for gunshot traumas, yet the City did nothing to separate the groups, per PTPD's' incompetent "risk assessment". 17 RPat CartwirightV uaghain blMG, ,,lu,i t' Libby Wennstrom I'd rnu.,ud,:la rather have it: and not rnee,:l it. -,1),i 1' )H,r I 'ill Libby Wennstrolim I rncrwrr^ have a narultiple gWlShOt ^„✓srwrunda tr alaani a pack k strashed in rnw° ccruna it clerk. ,',1),i V )H,r I 1"pi l Libby Wennstriairn Who wattei° y blew this off for `ltt clays; ;:and are now scranaabhnigi to rn,ake plans, wialle. the locals: who do se.curirty for large BLM I::Iuc,tests, already liad,:ff »a commis teana, rauirdus,„ stdatild:ans„ plans for variours, scenarios and overwatch, medics in die iaruOding and Orutsiirfe, etc.. Safi Cartwright Va,ughain PRR Response e Pne 22 What are they d609q/not doing? s':Ilq JaiW", I)hpill Libby Wennstroli ma ^9e too II`n-u about as rep)pPd as I cans rne which, its more the ri, II can say for STPD,. /slit I , , )dk,") I. I r #I /,,11) Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom clearly knows that it is not legal to "harass, intimidate, attack, etc." yet she was fine with her "crew", Antifa, Pride and other Groups she incited and invited, doing that to us 2 weeks prior at Amy Sousa's Press Conference in support of Julie Jaman. 18 Ubby Wennstrorn 1) their rally its tomonow ('Satcurda /3) 2) there's not ain "°aRowed " aspect. If'YOU're hold n an event over.a certain size the city requests a Speciial (Event form for planning but it's not something that's approved or denied, Cityjust sent LIS, some danfication abOUt that, p can find) it. Basicahpy It's ai first amendment issrae right of PEACEABLE assembly. They poet to gather to say shut. What they dlon"t get: to do is harass, intirnidlate, -attach, etc:. 3) alll city correspondence its p uUlic record. "Yaqui can go on, the city wehasite and filo a pu b ic records re,cpuest for all the. corresp oindlence ar uund that special event apppicatIon. City clerk's office page. �.,1, 0r I , ,-1 �' I " t A0 Click Below for More on Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom Discrimination and Community Endangerment htt s:��dccs. oo ge.com�documerut�d�"Bq::: GYOgfq:::)gc CO cegvaYvCXOq....gx ZaQU2z mf UF::obWnQ/e .u. "......q...p.......... .u. p..0. CITY MANAGERCLAIMS THE CITY LOOKS TOT E PERMIT POCESS City Manager John Mauro claimed the city responded to Amy Sousa's event the way they did because Amy checked NO on the Box asking if she anticipated needing police staffing. Mauro said this on September 6, 2022, just days after our Rally for Decency Protest event. This was clearly abusive toward Amy Sousa, in an attempt to justify the violence the city itself put upon us. The refusal of police to help us was deliberate and not standard of practice. The felony hate crimes we endured that night would later see the Mayor's law firm making sure no felony assaults were actually prosecuted. Our rights were violated while the Port Townsend Police watched, and the City of Port Townsend itself incited this violence. Then the City claims they look to the event process for police needs and road closure needs. SURELY MAURO HAD SEEN OUR PERMIT FOR THE RALLY FOR DECENCY? Robert Zerfing, the man who filed the permit application must have requested police and road closure right? Otherwise Mauro would not blame the organizer for saying NO to police staffing for the event 2 weeks prior? We had Clallam County Police, around 30 State Police, Coast Guard, Helicopter Police, Jefferson County Police and Port Townsend Police. So Robert must have said YES to needing police staffing right? 19 NOPE. Mauro prejudiced Amy. Mauro maliciously blamed Amy for something that he claimed was part of the permit process, and clearly Mauro knowingly, maliciously misled the public. This led to further endangering and defaming Amy Sousa. All the roads downtown were closed, so Robert must have asked for roads to be closed right? NOPE Robert checked no to street closure as well. Mauro clearly, maliciously, willfully, knowingly and dangerously misled the public. Select all that sppty ower/Pollice/ Permits Power Supply Do you Need Power? (Flair The f)ope Marine Plaza OILY) No Street Use end Pu lbi�loc^ Tranportatlora Dil yOjr event reutuarre any puubfic streef use? No Does your event reutamure any sWewak, traffic lane, or street closures? No, P,Wice Staffing Do onu anrucupaate needmg Poke Staffing for your event? No a ddlitional Perirra6t s Does, your event include... Number of anticipated attendees exceeding '110001 medical, Slaffing Wid your event be proving umnedical support? t? Y"e ua Puulalic Srmitr,�ty Event Management Do you aniticipate i fli00 or more attendees a1 your event? tw9,o Ou�tdloor Amplif ied Sound/Music Oluutdraor Amplified ound/Miusic ill your event have only amplified suuind? Y'e's Indicate dates/fin ues of any amplutred sound beloww 9/3122 prrn- pnn Describe whet soluuand Ml Ibe amplified, and at what hours (e,g.d7=arni announcenienls, &010ami background rrauWc:, etc Speeches eschbe what ealluulpnrent will be used for annpolified sound, and at what locations (show, In ueps)° BuIlhorn Diescrlbe schematics and direction of amplified sound (show in maps, attach suupportung docuurnents as needed), Most likely iaomeflovvards city hall We were there to PROTEST City Hall and how they handled Amy Sousa's Press Conference. We were NOT there to Protest the LGBTQ community, despite hateful rumors rapidly spread about our event being Nazis, Bigots, Homophobes, and Terrorists. We were called that 2 weeks prior as well. WAIII% protected us so that we, as women, as lesbians who live here in PT, could speak without being attacked, assaulted, and shut down. 20 WAIII% had gay men with them, 2 who were married to each other. The community painted our event as Hateful and the 400 people who mobbed us as loving and supportive. At both events we were a very diverse group having Pagans, Christians, Jews, Lesbians, Gay Men, Women, Elders, Black People, Liberals, Conservatives and more diversity. Yet the city, to this day, paints our event on 9-3 as racists, and hateful white supremists. These lies further divide our community. The flat out discrimination LIE and hate inciting prejudice that Port Townsend City Manager displayed in his prejudice and lies about Amy Sousa has caused irreparable damage to PT. A bit more on Robert Zerfing's Permit at our 9-3-2022 Rally for Decency Event to PROTEST what the City of Port Townsend had done to us 2 weeks prior. From,. 0,ty of Pl' S e gall IEvents <porrtu w, Sento. Monday, LI u t 22, 2022 8"44 AI's To: Special Ev rit Subject: Speciall Ever)0, I ernllu. A, pifi ation Subiniiitl on IMonday, August 2'2p 2022 - 8:43arn Submitted anon runus user., 67, 1 � 2,1 166 Submitted values area Event S�tart Date Sat, 09/013/2022 Event End Date Sat 09/0312022 Event Start'T'llimie -. pm Event EM Time 5,00 pnn �Eveint Name Stand For Decency I venriit Applicant, (Must match the signature n cul lu tl0n erne Robert Zer In l 21 Note our 2nd Event was also open to the public, though Mauro and Chief Olson acted as if Amy's event was such a challenge because it was open to the public. (as seen in public record emails and reports) Are you: Non-f�esIdent Event Organizer Same as Appltant Yes, On site (3ontact (available at the event site on event days) Sarne as AppHcant Yes Sarne as Event Organizer Yes Event Lot,,ationPor,J, Mann e ark Event Type - List 0,lhat apply Rag wave and some speakers Facifity Rental Needed Event Descripflon (Gleneirat descriptiIjori of event, including purposle), Event Description J'At a group of people waving,flags and holding signs with, a fewspeakers, giving short speeches I's your event operni to the pubHc? Yes Click Below to Read Robert Zerfing's Permit bt�p.�..Hd.dve..,. :Rl::::�OoZCr/vewAI?UsiL)::::::::shairl inn . ............ ......................... Even though our Rally for Decency had a Permit that checked that same box, Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro and Chief of Police Tom Olson set off an extremely abusive hate campaign against Amy Sousa, blaming her for the way the City of Port Townsend and the PTPD responded to our event being attacked, shouted over, shut down, threatened, intimidated, and assaults. All while the Port Townsend Police KNEW and deliberately watched, all proven in Officer Cam footage, 911 Calls and Public Records. 22 September 6th 2022 Port Townsend City Council Meeting at 8:54 Mauro talks about talking to the organizers afterward and that the PTPD list of things that could not be brought in, somehow "killed the turnout" to our September 3rd, 2022 event. Which we held specifically to Protest what the City of Port Townsend did to us 2 weeks prior at Amy Sousa's Press Conference. Mauro is wrong. More of the women did not return to speak as they were scared. Many did not leave their homes for months, many are still emotionally traumatized and physically injured. It had NOTHING to do with the city's "Prohibited Items" list. Here is the City Meeting for Sept. 6 2022. Timestamp 8:54 for Mauro speaking on the Permit Process I s:f-cut . durect::::::true h::::::8c85500e8cf �'68405541024a8f88a568 ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 23 City Manager John Mauro incited hate against Amy Sousa and endangered Amy Sousa. Mauro failed to state that our permit for the second event also checked that same box and we had massive police. Mauro deliberately, knowingly, maliciously defamed Amy Sousa as did Chief Olson. By September 6 2022 Mauro knew that the second event also said NO to police staffing. Yet he stated to the public that the city acted how they did that night because a box Amy checked. As if she is to blame for the City of Port Townsend deliberately maliciously endangering us. The City, the PTPD clearly hated us, prejudged us, discriminated against us even before our press conference and the City emboldened hundreds of others to do the same, knowing the city of Port Townsend would protect them to violate our rights and assault us. All the Felony Assaults that night, including Assault on an Officer, saw Mayor Faber's law firm representing the men who committed those felonies. Even though Mayor David Faber assured the public he would have no conflict of interest as stated in the article linked below when Fabor was running for Mayor. hilt s:��drgve. oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�"Bc bbO...u..�k�r�rONp:::�hS u::::::00 k vYn�/USwr�rm�vuewr�rus :::::::shargn g ............................ �(......................................................................................................................................................................................p....................................................0 Sam Feinson Nov 21,122,PM Julie Jaman is here This may be fun. Marla Overman Nov 21, '123 P'M Please give Muer a heartfelt''Go fuck yourself' from me, would you? David Faber Nov2'1, 124 PM Where is Julie? 01 Marla Overman Nov 21, 1 24 PM. Sarni is representing one of the counter protesters from this summer. Amy Notified Chief Olson that Antifa would be there Again when Amy Sousa filled out the Permit Application, she did not know that Antifa would be coming to Port Townsend. When she did know, she told Chief Olson, so he could plan, anticipate, get barriers and take other precautions to separate the groups. There was no way or reason for Amy to believe that Olson would not take any of it seriously and claim that in his risk assessment no separation of groups was needed. 24 Though Robert Zerfing checked the Box for no Police Staffing needed, Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend did indeed provide Police Staffing. Frrmmar Timm Mai* To: 1r& ,mualh SnbcLW 3ascm tea xmn M am ru Mh ° C�^vwieiC eiiTnmi, Mai^ PNgy MC�aa'�� CL mall Mai* `�s y Mai rwep Aini C. ilapiit&r l -11, Eli, Rabe,, s-, "I (:lkrl l"iiJ4'R�:1 F�Trcrr aul r�rxrv'fV hiw lr^h-- Poo- k`,hgllePlaCOx T— Fliedda 1rrn:w NLuk=p Kenn Suuaa� Pnt,nimc, Pubal Bella Lusk: Dick P^oo^ e. H,anheLn G, eslu MEMTCIhrrlia Dolan; Adinon r F f rkrvwrk'uin+;k me zmux7C17frTgLrer ' �m191, M h; n rIn iimtLnG El firs.%ualo r^i-dan Txn Boa: kr-.,LE"_ J.ustiliM. ,ae.,1, �,iva Tli L... Haiear tl mum mft:eaAiMu d .fl .pent w. Jahn CVas a _�an6 a F*nview. Subject: FCe:Mrlhwatuy Goveiage Date: Thursday, September 1, 2022 5:1226 PIM .eFL.LERTi B ( f,K. 11101 "s M� einaIll oni2iiia,ted crtA ,.,idc the 01'2alliZa:tion. Do iiot ti6pen Lattachiiieat4 Grt click Crit Iiiin:s if you are not 2xpecthig t1Il'c'.Sll.. Good afterinc�en tealm,. Thank you, to everyone. We have staffed an extra aid car and provided addiitiiaslnall staffing for Saturday. Ifyou startto see Imultiple calls happening because crf ttlhe protests or other uunuisuuall events, I would asp that, If possible, you come to Briilnnon for coverage and assistance, especially If an all-c:allll its sent over active 91.1. For plractiicall Purposes, II recommend coming up Hwy iOl from Shelton rathertthaln the Hood canal Briidge If things escalate. From Irn+yr personal experience, tthey"1111 chose the I iif necessary. p."9un a lighter note,. Briinlnoin Fore Dept is Ihostiiing another mlciviie niight toI ncarrow at Dosewn?alllliips State Park, startiing at 8:30 Iprn Ice cream, I and soda. QTlhe Buizz Light YearMovie) Chief Warm Regards, Tim Mainly, Fire Chief BIriinlnoin Fiilre Department 272 Schooll House Rd Post Office Beyu 42. BIriinlnoin,Waslhingtton 98320 September 1, 2022 Additional Staffing Source ii oo Ille cour mm/f6111e/d/"i Ilt llt xG II SS ili 11cir�medll�`3 lUIII,,,, °i t" ,III,,,,/` iiew us sll�airilin g Here is a Video Clip of "some" of the Police Staffing we got at our Rally for Decency September 3rd, 2022 hilt S tim e. hW 25 Standard of Practice What is the standard of practice for Permits in PT. On this Officer Cam Footage we see a Port Townsend Police Officer tell a member of the public "Permitted event we have to be here" Timestamp 2:42, shows officer saying, yeah permits, with a permit we gotta be here hff s: ru�mbue..com v3mubek duscrumuna uon.. ubuic corru uon orf -Townsend washin fon..h .f r�u u ...................... When you look into Special Event Permits in Port Townsend, you see most check NO for that same box, as police are not needed. However because the Port Townsend Police were there, this prevented us from Police help as we were assaulted, robbed, threatened, bullied, screamed at, hit, shut down and had no way to get help, as the police were all already there and ignoring us. Steven Schumacher, Sept. 6 2022 City Council meeting and what Mauro Said in Response at Timestamp 2:35 h11. s://rur bue..cor /v2. x s ori o nsend cid mane er °ohn macro °us ifues directive for R .u..0 c.g.:::: t yv ::.t h..I. r ..0 More of Steven Schumacher, Sept. 6 2022 Comment hff s: rur ubue..cor a v2:fvb i she hen schu�r acher ort-townsend cavus out cid ...cound for at It .. a..:.::::.u.::,D...::..::. .u.. City Posts Q and A Regarding YMCA City of Port Townsend Posts a Q and A on the City Website to notify the public of their opinion, and alleged "facts" of what happened regarding Julie Jaman being Banned from the YMCA. Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro would later use this to justify violence against women, Lesbians, Elders by referring people to the YMCA Q and A. How this relates to Violence against us and our Civil Rights and Constitutional Rights Violations makes NO sense to me. Click below to read the full document, now removed from the City Website. .b�3u6bQf u7.4.td---fl bYspatargno ................................ .................................Q'.................................... In the Q and A, the city admits the employee had no identification, no way for Julie or others to know they were an employee. The City admits that the rule of 3 policy exists and was violated. The city misleads the public about the restrooms, as they were changed AFTER Julie was banned to meet state code. The Q and A misled the public and city manager Mauro would later claim it justified the city's response to our attack. iz Mayor Faber Knew Antifa would be there as he followed them on Twitter. Mayor David Faber was interacting with Antifa via @School Board Bloc on Twitter Before our assault, he clearly discriminated against us, hated us, and condoned our attack. Antifa explaining their call to action against Port Townsend citizens they label bigots, and claim the press conference for our statements to be documented for a city council process in the town we live in, is a protest. There was never any "transphobic hatred". SBB_ProtectT'ransKrria o( , Aii�,, r <+W ... Tiue sole u# tlrarusry¢I>I rlerU haqu swl a�,�airrst t8 iuz rtrruevaur ursn arucl serail tcwvu� ¢s i_ nreah The kmn and aty crou nal ears laa+�e�BT w sn/ ,tuylrai tPwa, Pip staid Is against the bigots I;ath ¢n town and traveling for this protest. TM Trrin shiI obia Port Townsend Mayor David Faber sends Antifa @School Board Bloc an article against PT resident Julie Jaman. This is the very group of Antifa inciting hate and violence against us, and carrying it out that night. Hate, Online Bullying with the Mayor that translated as real world violence upon women who spoke at Amy Sousa's press conference. David J. Faber(;$), qllarvrrJl rlrvr 'IJ rtr iavlrlyrirrl; 10 rliHie'> also LG BTQNwatifar siloi,y lr,ba fir ioi 'COM Ins,uiffeTaal;u0.rvyu-nangels banned for life froinw icjthat welmn eve=... Sh-,.6nwr irled a Gr,t m eairyleryr^r!� xlainirr htr penit als in ireirit A a gi'rup orI kld , I he I'MCA ,',Jd i-, l I tf,., 27 @School Board Bloc, Antifa shares the article Mayor Faber directed to them. David J. Fater r Aii Ig 12, 20"'2112 R(,, -r,li eI e's a III o N :G BI Q IN at i ot i L story '12A1 PNA '13, 2022 Antifa encouraged fundraising from their hate campaign against Port Townsend resident Julie Jaman. Mayor David Faber donated to the Campaign. BB ProtectTrans Kids ug ,E), 9022 Geer"t go in pei,srorr? Nease send a few bucks to her way. J...Iako'b tiiPaIa "`i: aw o[)vaI a " A�...:Ng �1,, 202 2. Port T wase d is the Curr nt fccu S (if a TERF war. A YOU [Ig trans womanwas ccosted iri the YMCA k)cker room & alga`s stN being I,r r s e '. hni tryl nq to gather info abOLIt the itu ton. Ifyou'd likie t show SUPI)Ort, YOU can donate to her rrr,or.furidra sera cf'uri,c1rili.coo,ii f/, r fcrc�eni Antifa was Posting on Twitter in "real time" as we were being assaulted. We were trying to speak at a permitted event. We planned to attend a city council meeting. We were blocked out while the police gave protection to one party, denying us equal protection under the law. We were screamed at, threatened, intimidated, bullied and hit. Items were ripped off our bodies. We were pinned to a brick wall, pinned to a brick ground cover. Bicycles disrupted our event, then pressed into us, giving us no room for our permitted event. 28 We were robbed, kicked, chased and shoved. Pride flags were wrapped around our faces, panicking and scaring many, permanent injury to others. To this day the City sides with the Mob that assaulted us. They continue to gaslight and outcast us. We were told that worse would happen to us next time. The angry mob yelled this is their town. The PTPD knew there were assaults in progress and deliberately did nothing, as officer cam footage and public records clearly shows. Mayor Faber's friends @SchoolBoardBloc, Antifa were tweeting as we were speaking that night, making fun of us, in real time. @SchoolBoard Bloc said it would be a shame if someone sabotaged our equipment, then our equipment was shut down at that very moment in time. The mob made up what we feel and who we are and then attacked us for their assumptions of who we were. This was posted by Antifa in real time at the exact moment I spoke on the values of pride and my voice was being shut down as a Port Townsend Lesbian Advocating for Equal Rights for All. SBB P,rotectTransKids 10 &:26 P ' Aug 15, 2022 2 I was never against trans. Libby Wennstrom contacted Jason Serinus and Beau Ohlgren and gave them false information that led to violence against us. They were all worked up based on lies. I am not against "trans" people. We were not there to speak against trans people. That narrative was used to incite hate and violence against us. Here is Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom organizing people to protest and bully Julie Jaman. Read from Bottom to Top. Turns out Libby was the main organizer of the Groups that attacked us and those who protested and bullied Julie Jaman. tt, Jh_°�.. ....7 ,u.; /vw wr�r;" a sp::::::::..b..Eir�..g. 29 The Port Townsend Community took delight in shutting my voice down. I received this message just after my speech. I was not hateful in any way. The City of Port Townsend led this mob to believe that they were loving and accepting and me and those who spoke at Amy Sousa's Press Conference were hateful. They are proud to have drowned me out. Im Antifa posted on Twitter as the bicycles come in to ruin our event. They bragged about their noise shutting down our free speech rights at our "permitted event". No other event in Port Townsend would have seen the City respond as they did. It was Deliberate, Malicious and with Willful intent as Public Records clearly show. The City knew Antifa and others would be there to shut us down. Shout out to Ml the cor°irades rain bikk> , rr"AH111P, U11 oit Port Trwvnisend POw :A YOW l`nw 3� SBBProtwectq'r iisi<td'Is ,,l¢ooll�,,lwrr;,l,o(, ,",,([,t',,'(,'r,;' ':. i; BB ProtecrtTraiisK�aJs , r,,�(.jL )()ll ,, iir:'l i()("",ii I „',�,'rf.f p,lrstu,o �9,arar�Tlru,rrw,�r.,�riir,�� i flF��s�":,f'�`��If�E[rp»t�a.rfr,iu'l Uh(;h�t9i: ESB PrrotectTrans, ids, b v)oI ! rrrel,i )c A<<<, �'trs c w" rnii't rt-sV ui Ian SBB Protec'tTransWds ;� Sc 1 rdt in N ig 1 30 Antifa posted on Twitter when Julie Jaman was begging for the Police to help us. The Police denying us equal protection under the law was even obvious to Antifa. 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SBB PratecffransMds I ,Aug "V5, 11 ,I t.""I I I d.II (9 SIBB ProtectTransf(idsi�, 32 Councilman Ben Thomas Admits that the City of Port Townsend expected Violence "Outside" at the August 15th, 2022 Press Conference organized by Amy Sousa in support of Julie Jaman. The Councilors had been told not to go outside, because it could be violent. Yet the City did not bother to provide barricades or any other measure to separate the groups. Chief Tom Olson said in the risk assessment there was no reason to separate the groups. Click Below for Ben's comments to a reporter. The person he talks about coming up to him in tears, was me. He did nothing to try and help those women. t�p..::.H .�p.ve..,. oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�"BO505 Uk......ruUzrurti�i:::: i....Ui::: zuuru iR� fF'f/vuewr ?us :::::::sharir, Here is Robert Zerfing's Permit Application „U,..................."p.. Here is Amy Sousa's Permit Application hilt s:��drgve. oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�°B doYu UU.....Od 2 u::::::ouuZ1�3 xsi� i::::::Af�vuewr�rus shargra For the Chronology of Events that Led up to this Beat Down, Click Below h s: docs.. oo ue..com document d Ci::::SJ i 2. IKSni::::i::: o3u4;: dour uR i:: k h2.Q;: Jv2 ,iii/edu2us sharun City Manager Deliberately Endangered US and Justified it with a Q and A that a private non-profit narrated. A few Videos of me. Reverend Crystal Cox talking about the Permit Discrimination issue No Fencing, Libby Team, WAIII%, Rally for Decency, City Council Lies. ..:t.p.§.:rrr:.!�..rnb.e.::....r ./y r ..u..... u...s......g..Pa.:::: y .! ::.::::. ermu ...duscrumuna eon... or ..: owe nsend...w� ashen ion h .tr�u u .................................... 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Written upon the knowledge, research, belief, and personal experience of /s/ Reverend Crystal Cox Universal Church of Light Public Benefit Corp. non-profit advocate for victims, women, elders, lesbians, homeless Reveurendcir stalllCox l aiiilll.corn 34 Public Comment: Public Safety, Discrimination, and Human Rights It is important to understand what happened in the Julie Jaman / YMCA issue. This same pattern and practice happens to others in Port Townsend. The City, Large Non -Profits, Prosecutors and police use these same tactics to get what they want. I will be telling the whole story to the best of my ability in books, online media, and in federal hate crimes and DOJ complaints. For now I would like to share with the public, Part One of the Chronology of Events that led to 400 individuals rioting, protesting, assaulting, mobbing elderly, lesbians, men, women, Pagans, Christains, Liberals, and Conservatives in the streets of Port Townsend and feeling protected, justified, and emboldened by the City itself. We live in constant threat of them doing "worse" as they have stated multiple times. The City of Port Townsend incited that mob to attack us, intimidate and bully us 11 speakers at a permitted Port Townsend Event. Councilwoman Wennstrom organized the mob as the public records show. The City protected the Felony Assault Criminals in court. The victims never got a voice, nor justice. No equality, no due process, no civil or human rights. Here is Part One of my Timeline of the Events that Happened. Julie Jaman Chronology of Events Part One This Chronology is from the Day Julie Jaman was banned from the Port Townsend YMCA up until Amy Sousa's Press Conference August 15, 2022 JULY 26, 2022 In July of 2022, Julie Jaman, an 80 year old woman who is a 40 year resident of Port Townsend Washington, was banned from the local City Pool, owned by the City of Port Townsend and managed by the Olympic Peninsula YMCA per an operating agreement / contract. The YMCA staff called 911 regarding Julie Jaman being startled at hearing a man's voice while she was in the shower. Julie looked out from the shower and was then concerned that a Male in a women's bathing suit was watching young girls. Turned out the individual was an employee of the YMCA. However the employee had no YMCA labeling or identification of any kind. There was no way to know that person was an employee or that they "believed" they were a woman. Julie heard a man's voice and saw a man's anatomy in a woman's bathing suit watching young girls. The YMCA Employee told 911 Dispatch that Julie said things she did not say, did things she did not do, and within 24 hours, with NO Investigation or Proof of any kind, the City of Port Townsend sided with the YMCA, Prejudiced and Discriminated against Julie Jaman and began to incite the Port Townsend Community to bully her, intimidate her, silence her, and hate her. The 911 CALL The Original 911 call was made by a very young person though the Lifeguard Manager was also in the room. I would assume Rowen DeLuna, yet the manager, the Adult in the room, did not make the 911 call. The call was made from a private cell phone. Clementine Adams, the alleged victim, was also in the room and came to the phone. Note here Julie Jaman did NOT ask if "Clem" was an LGBTQ member, that is absurd and a flat out lie, makes no sense. Click Below to Listen to the 911 Call. It is not clear if "Adams" had a legal name change by that time, so I will refer to the employee as Adams. .Ip..::.��rn�u° ...P...::.clam/�� ,6z:::::.I . �t:::ig� 6rL .!rip ::::.. mca_9°B°d...caUU...re ardun ... uUue... au�auu... I ...26-2022.htm Note, the YMCA claims Julie Jaman would not leave. Julie claims the YMCA prevented her from leaving. Here is the Police Incident Report from the 911 Call. YMCA Julie Jaman Incident 22-03987 July 26th, 2022. Officer Marc Titterness. Officer Jon Stuart. Julie said a Man was Watching young girl change. Julie was in Shower. This case was never investigated. ............. . p.�..::, oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�"U LUa OU::::� M U:::� U:::�A� UuU d 6...h1� bU:::�aUh 6�vUewr�r us ::::::sharUro Julie Jaman did NOT refuse to Leave. The YMCA stopped her from leaving until the police came, Julie said NO and went to the police station, next door, by herself. Julie Jaman went to the Port Townsend Police Station, next door to the YMCA, and complained about the Pool Staff. There is no record of Julie Jaman's complaint on the violation of her rights from the YMCA staff. There was NO investigation into what happened to Julie Jaman or Julie's allegations. There is no record of the case being investigated whatsoever. No interviews of people in the locker room, no research to see if the YMCA was in compliance with state law, no investigation into any civil or constitutional rights violations. How it Started, according to Julie Jaman "Rowen DeLuna accused me of discrimination and called the cops. I went next door to get the cops. No one was there. I put in a complaint about the YMCA employees. A few hours later I talked with Officer Marc Titternes of the Port Townsend Police. He took my statement over the phone with no recording going on and wrote his report from memory. Julie Jaman stated this in regard to YMCA Manager Rowen DeLuna to Dori Monson, local newscaster, "She didn't ask me what the problem was, if I was okay, nothing about me," Julie Jaman told Dori Monson. "It's as if she was just waiting to pounce on me. It was just stunning." Julie Jaman told Monson that she was suspended from the facility despite having "a great relationship with swimmers in the pool." Julie Jaman had been a member of the pool facility for F 35 years and has lived in Port Townsend for about 40 years. Julie said she has voted for Democrats during her life. Julie Jaman told the Port Townsend Free Press that she recoiled at being naked and showering in a room with a person born male. She added that the "momma bear in me" came out when she saw the individual near the young girls in the bathroom". Julie Jaman said that on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, she was swimming when the Y's aquatics manager, Rowen DeLuna, told her that a group of children were going to use her lane. Julie left the pool and went to the women's showers. There are no private showers. They are all clustered in a common area that requires users to step into and out of the showers in the view of others. The light curtains on each shower stall do not provide much of a shield from the eyes of others. One can see out as well as in. Keep in mind throughout this Chronology. In The Summer of 2022 Port Townsend Police Officer Marc Titterness was running for Sheriff of a neighboring county, Clallam County Washington. Turns out this Election was more important than our Civil and Human Rights. In Julie's Words Interviews where Julie Jaman explains the events of July 26, 2022. Interview with Amy Sousa. Julie Jaman's account of the YMCA Shower Incident is at Timestamp 18:30 t�I..::. �?rr�rr�r::, oui�ube.com�wr�raiich �r:::::::UOu "B6bwr�ru.....U/JC Julie Jaman on Tucker Carlson regarding the Incident. 11 ttps://rumbUe.comer°d q!nAh..:::::.U,lsomhtmU Julie Jaman on Newsmax regarding incident hilt s:��rumbUe.com�v,I ex "B 6 wr�rouara bararaed trou uca-tors eakura oui�.hi�uU "Clementine" Adams Words For the Alleged Victims version of the Story, refer to the 911 call above and this interview below. It is a podcast, click the link then find Play. Stitcher podcast, Adams version of events. Daily with Robert Evans, was on Stitcher now on Pandora hilt re/how trarus hobua-aid a --mca-took over a .......o.w.r.i../u:::).u.............2.0.6.36.0.9.9.9 3 Was the YMCA Employee Acting in Compliance with YMCA Policy? The YMCA has a Rule in their Child Protection Policy. This Policy says: " Child Protection Policies and Procedures: Restroom supervision: Staff will stand in the open doorway of the restroom while children are using the restroom. This allows for audio supervision of children, privacy for children and protection for staff (not placing them in the position of being alone with a child). In case a younger child needs assistance, doors to the facility must remain open and a second staff is asked to be present. Children must always be sent in threes (known as the rule of three) with a staff member." Source, is number 5 at the link below. htt s:��wr�r�r�r�r�r.�rmcasv.or Zgh.Hd..care..cau s� rotecturao our chHdren/chHd care after school cam". p g..........................................................................................................p.............p.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... oficies and YMCA Employee Adams did not give the child privacy, but instead watched the child undress to use the bathroom. And a "second" staff member was Not "present". The Rule of Three Policy Was NOT adhered to. There was no investigation into possible child endangerment. three or more childrein to supervise. o If a staff member IIs supervising a group of children in a building or classroom, he/she must have doors andl window bdnds open. 44. There will be a minimum of two staff working at all times In program - no exceptYons. o If one of the scheduled) staff members does not show up to work, and the other scheduled staff Vs left with one child, he/she will opens all doors, and blinds and remmaH near the doorway in full sight (while still supervising the child). Hie/she will Immediately call a superwllsor for a substbute.. S. Restroorm supervi.sion: Staff MM makesure they. restrocim IIs not occupied by suspicious or unknown individluals (before allowing children to use the facillides. Staff MM stand) !in the opera doorway of the restro,orm while children are using the. restroom. This allows for audio supervislion of children, privacy for children and protection for staff (not placing them Ira the position of being alone with a child), In case a younger child needs assistance, doors to the facil'it'y mist remain open and a second staiff isasked to be present'. No child, regardless of age, shoo idl ever enter a bathroom alone on a school campus,field trip or at another off-site location. Children must always be sent, 'in tinges (known as the rune of three) wnthi a st'affmember. F. Otherthan dialpering, m�edoM emergenn-Ies, or in parent approved speopal needs situations, children are rot to be touched o�n areas of thielr bodlles that would be cowered by a saeelrrsu t. (the majority of the torso). Staff is trained) how to deliver appropriate touch (as long asthe child is comfortable) Includllng high flues, a gentle hand on a shoulder, or a shoulder -to -shoulder side hug, if a hug is initiated by the child, etc, e. Y staff may not be Ing contact with particppafng children outside of the program for any reason. 3. Y staff may not Labysit participating children outside of the program. Please support this policy by not asking Y staff to c'ar'e for your childl outside of the program. 9. Y staff members are not Mowed) to communicate or engage vOth participating students via Paceboolk or any other form of sociall media. '.10. Y staff may not take photos of children under 18 In our prograirms on any personal electronic devices, If a staff member wants to take participant photos for Y cormimumYcattons, parents must first be asked to sign a photo release and the camera must be owned by the Y (or a prof'esslonall photographer rmaiy be engaged). 11,. Staff may not sit in seats with students an buses. Staff either sit together or by themselves, Staff wilt spread out on the bus for supervision. Staff MM visually supervise students at all times. Julie Jaman's instincts were right, and she was banned for life for bringing this incident to the attention of management and other staff members. C! The City of Port Townsend Q and A Regarding YMCA Employee identification and the YMCA Child Protection Rule of Three Policy. City Admits the YMCA Employee had NO Identification, therefore there was no way to know that the person with the deep voice and male anatomy was an employee. The YMCA employee did not follow the Rule of 3. bathingA I, Noi, 'The employee was wearing a _ the p was using the pool as p a rt of their activitie s, for th e day, A t the time of' th e confron tation, the employee was accompanying day -camp children to the restroom in the womien'sr City of Port Townsend Admits the YMCA has a Policy called "rule of 3" and YES, there was a Code of Conduct Violation. W .1, W= o - - MOO are, never in groups of fewer than three), Thie patron made discriminatory and derogatoty,N the ; employee. The City of Port Townsend backed the YMCA with NO Investigation and made defamatory accusations of Julie Jaman. Prejudice, Discrimination. Derogatory Hatred, Age Discrimination and more was what Julie endured. Incited by the City. The City blamed it all on Julie, the patron. What is the Standard of Practice for Trespassing individuals in the "Public Sector" Here we see Port Townsend Police Officer Jason Greenspane explain to YMCA manager Rowen DeLuna that the YMCA is a "Public Sector" property and that Julie Jaman has to be given a 7 day ban, then 14, then 30, then a year. Yet Julie Jaman was banned for life for the incidents that took place July 26th, 2022 on city property at the Port Townsend Public Pool managed by the YMCA. On October 6th, 2022, Amy Sousa, Julie Jaman and Rebel News Katie Daviscourt, went to the Port Townsend YMCA to deliver a petition with ten thousand signatures. The YMCA manager called 911, the Port Townsend Police walked on over, as they are next door, on the same city property. Officer Jason Greenspane "trespassed" these ladies from the Port Townsend YMCA on City Property. 5 In this Officer Cam Footage Clip, Port Townsend Police Officer Jason Greenspane explains to YMCA manager Rowen DeLuna, that there is a difference in "trespassing" laws for the "Private Sector" vs the "Public Sector". At Timestamp 1:19 Officer Jason Greenspane says "they are going to receive a Trespass admonishment, it's just a warning, that they can't be on YMCA property basically for a period of 7 days. It starts at 7 days then it goes to, I think the next one is 14 or 30 and then the next one is 60 or a year. It gets gradually if they keep violating it" Rowen says, "Can't just do a year?" Officer Greenspane goes on to say, "because this is not private property, it may be private, but it's in the "public sector" so we have different rules regarding that" Officer Greenspane, "I can't detain them, I don't really have a crime I am detaining them on". Yet they were "trespassed" for a crime right? The crime of trespassing, and allegedly interfering with customers, of which they clearly were not. Officer Greenspane Timestamp 3:09, "1 am treating this just like a city property, just like city hall or something like that." Why was Julie Jaman Trespassed FOR Life, from this same "CITY PROPERTY". This Officer Footage shows, in my opinion, malicious intent. In Other words the City of Port Townsend KNOWS that this is city property, and may have different trespassing rules then say private property. It is city property outside the door and inside the door. Yet the City of Port Townsend sided with the YMCA within 24 hours, with NO investigation, and set off massive hate and division in our community. The City of Port Townsend representative, in this case Officer Greenspane, Admitting that "Laws" are different in the "public sector" clearly shows discrimination and prejudice. On July 26, 2022 when Julie Jaman was naked, distressed, and spoke out she was banned for Life, no warning no 7 days then 14, then 30? Also note as you watch, Julie, Amy and Katie were NOT accosting patrons on their way in. In fact Rebel News Katie Daviscourt's footage clearly shows that the Patrons accosted Julie, Katie and Amy coming up to them angry. Click Below for the Officer Cam Footage I am Referring to hilt s:��rn�mbUe.00m�v,l r6u� u...eu ui�ers... a ca....i�he ...wr�rere...i� uru ...to... et...cbu s...for...i�heur...a eu uda.... ou ...tow nsend....htmU ................................................................................ Was the Port Townsend YMCA in Compliance with State Law? 12, On July 26th 2022, were the Port Townsend YMCA bathrooms in compliance with Washington State Law? NO they were NOT in compliance with State Law. On this first day, it was the YMCA's duty to be in compliance with State Law and had nothing to do with the City of Port Townsend. As the city has an operating agreement with the Port Townsend YMCA and in this agreement, the YMCA is responsible per contract and not the city. The city of Port Townsend should have completely stayed out of it. So the YMCA was NOT in compliance with state law, however, the "very" "very" next day they were. Yet Julie Jaman was not reinstated. The YMCA was NOT In Compliance with Washington State Law until the Next Day after Julie Jaman was banned, per eye witness stating that the bathrooms were not in compliance. This witness statement is seen here from a Rebel News interview by Katie Daviscourt. "The Man.." "He was following the policy of the Y" "3 people at all times" "he did not belong in the locker room" "there was an oversight" and the "very very next day there was" a place for "him" to change." Click Below for a short clip proving this statement. .Ip...;Hrn�u _I�.P...:.co /v , x...no...roue...of...three ...f0owed.... ort...townsend... mca-bathrooms...not ...un...co ..p.jjan .::.. trnU Did the City of Port Townsend investigate the bathroom compliance BEFORE they took a side and began a hate campaign against Julie Jaman? No. City manager John Mauro sided with the YMCA within the first 24 hours as you will see in the public record emails below. Mauro continued the city's stance against Julie Jaman with malicious intent, as he knew the truth. Mauro let the public believe Julie was in the wrong as a matter of state law, and this created a massive amount of hatred in our community. Of which spilled over to those of us who did not know Julie and simply went to a local press conference to make a statement. Mauro incited a mob, and never admitted to wrongdoing. Mauro would go on to repeat at council meetings that this all comes down to state law. And that the YMCA was following state law. No regard to state laws that protect patrons (consumers), disabled, seniors, or women. On August 1, 2022 Just after Julie Jaman's statement to city council, Mauro emailed and texted YMCA manager Wendy Bart and asked if your "facilities include family changing room s/restroo m s? Mauro stated he knew it "was" a plan, but did NOT know if it was completed. Yet Mauro had already sided with the YMCA, defamed Julie in emails throughout the community as per public records. Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro spread hate through our community like a wildfire, and yet he did not even know if the YMCA bathrooms were in compliance. F Below is a public records text from City Manager John Mauro to YMCA CEO Wendy Bart J Frantic, one minute later, City Manager John Mauro sends an email asking nearly the same question. Front: JMaurp Aldt.yofp_t.�12 T&: n en&4qlwrmpjir Subject., Ychangiiing Date:: Monday, August 1, 2022 &:47:41 FIM Attachintent&: iunaaeCIDI oric Irnpottance. High, K Wendy — can YOUicnainfiirrri whiethleir your fadHtoes I�ndude farrHy,,changong roomstre-strooms? II seeim, to rec,-aH that was part of a I, inn hut not suirt- where that's at now — ainid o:t's reI&v,ant inl,ght inow ,at the oouncmeetung. T h a n ks John John Mauro I Cty IManager CAy ic�f Fort. Tavvrsend I 2,50 Madscn Strp�et, Sjute 2 I Port. Townise.nd, VVA 99368 Mauro did not know if the bathrooms were in compliance, yet initiated a hate campaign against Julie Jaman, against us all. Screenshots showing the time Julie Spoke and Mauro messaging YMCA: Timestamp 6:38 Julie Jaman Speaks State Law Recognizes the Legitimacy of Expressions of Concern and Discomfort WAC 162-32-060(2)(a) states "If another person expresses concern or discomfort about a person who uses a facility that is consistent with that person's expression or gender identity, the person expressing discomfort should be directed to a separate or gender -neutral facility, if available." The Legislature legitimized these concerns by providing a procedure for addressing them. If a woman is uncomfortable with a biological male in the women's shower room, where there is no privacy, the YMCA, as a matter of state law, should provide a separate or gender -neutral facility. Julie Jaman was uncomfortable, and was given no remedy for her discomfort, insecurity and humiliation as the result of being naked in front of unknown persons of the opposite sex. Julie Jaman was not offered another place to change, nor alternatives. As the YMCA had no place for Julie to go. The YMCA did not account for Julie's rights in any way. The YMCA was and is responsible to know the "applicable laws" per contract and the City of Port Townsend should have, could have, stayed out of it. Or at least, acted neutral, and maybe with a hint of actual Human Rights and Equality for ALL without Discrimination. YMCA Policies were Ignored by YMCA Staff and YMCA management. The City of Port Townsend had an operating agreement with the YMCA and should not have interfered with YMCA Policy and Procedure per contract. The City of Port Townsend incited a hateful mob against Julie Jaman, and any woman they deemed her ally, they called us TERFS. I had never heard of the word. The City incited local non -profits, churches, library staff, high school students, Olympic Pride, Antifa, local government agencies, and the community at large to hate Julie Jaman and any of us who wanted to speak on the issue. They all incited violence upon us for simply wanting an opinion in the community we live in. City Manager John Mauro Knew what the Operating Agreement said, he knew it was NOT the city's business to interfere as a Matter of Law. Therefore he acted illegally, in my opinion, with actual malice and intent as he knew he was doing it. W A Bit of Background City Manager John Mauro knew that Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom was a Bully This email is not related to Julie Jaman's incident at the YMCA, however it was the same day and it shows that PT City Manager John Mauro knew that Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom was a bully and that it was affecting other people. Libby would go on to bully Julie Jaman, inciting violence and hate against her and all of us who spoke that night at Amy's Press Conference. Mauro said nothing, did nothing to protect us from her, even when he knew she was gathering up a "team" with body arms and guns. Here is the eMail that same day, Mauro is concerned with Libby Wennstrom bullying HR staff and emails David Faber. " ...q.rq.�.gat. of t,. s City Manager to Mayor To: DFaber@cityofpt.us From: Subject: staff/council interaction. Date: Tuesday, July 26, 2022 4:14:27 PM Click Below to Read eMail hitt, s://drkte. oo Ue,com/fiUe/d/'BwAi2Sq.r 1�p:::: 6"BfMl�4 I�J�u�A2d6 ��rJ.....�.u:��1J,g�r�r?U...Ip:::::::...�p..rp..g. Mayor David Faber Prejudiced Women he Called TERFS long before the Julie Jaman YMCA incident. As our mayor, he was proud of the women in our community who were out for blood against other women they labeled TERFS. We have a right to equality, safety and to not be prejudiced, bullied and hated. 10 Also Take note here that "alexcruik", a young "trans" individual on twitter, was already connected to David Faber before the Julie Jaman incident. More on that later in the chronology. Mayor What Was the City of Port Townsends' Liability and Duty It is Easily Seen in Public Record eMails that Chief Olson, Beau Ohlgren of Quimper Universalist Unitarian Fellowship and City Manager John Mauro prejudiced, conspired against, bullied, despised, denied human rights and equality to Julie Jaman and had already decided, from Day ONE, what they would "tolerate" and what they would turn a blind eye to. The Port Townsend YMCA is a non-profit that was and is independently managing the City Property and has an Operating Agreement and Operating Standards Contract. The City had No Liability or Duty, at that moment in time, July 27th 2022 when City Manager John Mauro got the "news" of the "individual trespassed from the YMCA" and sent his now infamous email shouting the news to the world and picking sides with No Due Process or Investigation into Legal Matters, Contract Law, What Was True or Not True, or considering any Human Rights, Dignity, or Respect. 11 Thus having No Liability or Duty that first day, the city should have kept neutral. The City had an agreement that gave them "Clean Hands". The City of Port Townsend was not contracted to be involved with any of the YMCA actions, decisions, discriminations, prejudices, rules and procedures, employee policy, rulings or choices in the matter, as I interpret it. The City was not responsible to bring the bathrooms up to meet state law, or even if they would have made structural changes, it still was the YMCA's responsibility to abide by "all laws applicable', per the Contract. It was the YMCA's responsibility to bring to attention that the building was not in compliance with State Law, as far as I understand the Operating Agreement. Click Below to Read the Operating Agreement "SWIMMING POOL MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT" hilt s:��dugve. oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�"B2JYUA.....J �U.....'Bv9n6°B6a6p:::.Se44o2cSSxJ/vuewr�r�us :::::::sham p............................................................9...................9.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9.. Be Sure and Check Out Page 26 and 27. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY. And read about the YMCA responsible for its policies and for making sure the business and building acts within state law. On Page 2 of the contract, where it says, ( iii. In compliance with all applicable laws;) Actually means that the YMCA is responsible to make sure the operation is in compliance with "applicable laws" such as a bathroom / changing area to suit those uncomfortable, as per State Law. Also Per the Operating Agreement it is and was the YMCA's Responsibility and Liability for Violations of Discrimination and Human Rights Laws Such as and not Limited to: RCW 49.60.400, Discrimination, preferential treatment prohibited. RCW 49.60.210 Unfair practices — Discrimination against person opposing unfair practice — Retaliation against whistleblower. State and Federal Whistleblower Laws Human Rights Laws, Civil Rights Laws Federal Hate Crimes, Senior Protection Laws If the YMCA was actually following State Law they would have calmly explained to Julie Jaman that she could change in a separate area. However, the YMCA was not in compliance with this State Law and had no area available or offered. The YMCA brought the building up to meet State Law the day AFTER Julie Jaman brought this discriminating infraction of State Law to the YMCA's attention, of which she was consequently banned for life. 12 Washington State Human Rights Commission @ WAC 162-32-060(2)(a) was not followed and the liability of this infraction was not on the City, until the CITY stepped in and picked a side, discriminated, prejudiced, and actively bullied Julie, even going so far as to joining protest against Julie Jaman on city property. More on the Operating Agreement the Management and Operations Section of the Contract, Page 1, Number 3. Section 3(a): Says, "During the Term of this Agreement, the Pool will be managed and operated exclusively by the YMCA in accordance with the following, and all other, provisions of this Agreement: a. Managerial Discretion. Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, the YMCA will have discretion and control in all matters relating to the management and operation of the Pool, including, without limitation, staffing decisions, employment policies.." Under contract law the YMCA was in charge of their own "staffing decisions" and enforcing "employment policies" "without limitation". It was the YMCA's legal duty to comply with State Law and YMCA Policy. They chose to blame the violations of both on an 80 year old woman, scared in the shower because she heard a man's voice. A woman who let them know that "applicable laws" and YMCA policy were not being followed. A wise intuitive woman who let the YMCA managers know that the Rule of Three was not being followed. Yet the whistleblower was the one punished, banned, shunned, protested, shamed, and called a bigot fascist nazi TERF. (pending public records request) seems to have May have been a voicemail. Wednesday, 27, 2022 2:34 PM Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro eMails Chief of Police Thomas Olson, City Attorney Heidi Greenwood, And Public Works Director Steve King. The City immediately prejudiced and discriminated against Julie Jaman. The City communicated their prejudice right away amongst themselves, all the way up to standing by watching 400 violent protesters mob 11 of us who spoke at the Julie Jaman Press Conference and our dozen or so supporters. I allege that John Mauro, City Manager and Chief Olson, as well as other city officials defamed, prejudiced, and discriminated against Julie Jaman from the very first moment she called out for help, for safety, for boundaries and equal rights under the law. Here is that first communication from Mauro to City Officials Subject: trespassed individual from YMCA/MV Pool From: JMauro@cityofpt.us 13 To: sking@cityofpt.us; HGreenwood@cityofpt.us; tolson@cityofpt.us Date: Wednesday, July 27, 2022 "Hi All I wanted to make sure we're all in the loop re: an issue that just came my way via YMCA CEO Wendy Bart. Apparently an individual was trespassed at the pool for verbally abusing a YMCA staff member there at the locker room this week. Spotty details and a call back to Wendy for more info, but I she noted in a brief message that her staff member, a trans person who identifies as female, was given a barrage of terrible accusations and insults (I can provide examples — really hard to type them) and had to be asked to leave the facility and not to return. This person was identified as Julie Jaman. Chief, making sure you and your team are across it. Looping Heidi in as I do when things terrify me and Steve from a MV Pool/facility perspective and given the nexus with other City -related issues and behavior. I want to respect the sensitive nature of this but also to ensure we do the right thing and back the Y's decision (which I believe they are allowed to make given our operations agreement). Best John" Link to Original Public Record eMail „U, /„.'J.1,,,,..u:::.u..U..U..V8e � ,U„UQc62 ,u p wr�rAu:::� 8Ox02krG���uewr�r bus :::::::sharun First of all at this point it is all hearsay, with no investigation into any accusations. Also at this point it is important to note that Port Townsend city manager John Mauro did not know what was really said, nor if the YMCA bathrooms were compliant with state law. Later Mauro would use "state law” to justify bullying, intimidation, assault, and threats against those of us at Amy Sousa's press conference. In the email above, the word "apparently” clearly implies that Mauro did not know if it was actually true, yet he went on a campaign to incite prejudice and discrimination which led to violence against 80 year old Julie Jaman, Amy Sousa a local woman's activist and rape survivor and anyone who would dare support an elder in our community. Why was City Manager John Mauro "terrified"? Seems to me it is admitting Liability. There was no investigation into any allegations before the City of Port Townsend began spreading misinformation and inciting hate and prejudice against Julie Jaman. Turns out the YMCA did not follow the "rule of 3 policy" for children's safety and Julie Jaman's intuition was absolutely correct. But instead of being thanked for bringing this dangerous policy violation to the YMCA's attention, and assuring Julie Jaman they would look into it and remind the staff to follow the policy in the future, they incited the community to gang up against Julie Jaman, an 80 year old woman that had went to that pool for decades. No Dignity, No Respect, 14 No Right to Due Process. Clear Discrimination. Clear Denial of Due Process. Clear Abuse of Power. It also turns out that the YMCA had violated state law and did not have the proper changing areas. The Port Townsend YMCA added changing areas to comply with law, AFTER Julie Jaman was banned and Julie was NOT reinstated. Instead of thanking Julie Jaman for bringing this to the Olympic YMCA's attention, and assuring her they were correcting the issue, they called the cops, they berated her, humiliated her and then put out a call to action for hundreds of young strong activists to attack her and her supporters, of which I was one of them. The City of Port Townsend, John Mauro City Manager, Heidi Greenwood City Attorney, Mayor David Fabor and the City Council did, in fact, NOT respect the "sensitive nature of this" nor provide due process or equality under the law, human rights, senior rights, civil rights nor constitutional rights. City Manager John Mauro backs the Y, with NO Investigation or Due Process. And says, "I believe they are allowed to make given our operations agreement" If the City believed the YMCA had a right to do what they did then why not simply leave it up to the YMCA? Why did the City get so righteous, so involved, and make a proclamation that incited a riot, brought in militant antifa, and emboldened them all, along with Olympic Pride activists to attack us, silence our voices, assault us, rob us, destroy our property ? Felony hate crimes, assault and all represented by Mayor Faber's law firm. Why did the City of Port Townsend work up the community to attack Julie Jaman and her supporters with violent force? Why not just let the City Pool Managers operate independently under an "operations agreement"? July 29, 2022 Julie Jaman sends letter to City Council City Council and State Representatives, I swim weekly at the Port Townsend School District pool at the Mountain View facility leased by the City, the pool now managed by the Olympic Peninsula YMCA. 15 My family has used the pool for 35 years. While showering after my weekly swim, I heard a man's voice. I looked past the curtain and saw a man dressed in a woman's bathing suit watching little girls take down their swimsuits in order to use the restroom. I told him to leave. It happened that a Y staff person was in the room and I asked her to get him out of the dressing room. Instead, she immediately told me while I was standing in the shower unable to exit, that I was being discriminatory and I would no longer be allowed to swim at the pool and she had called the police. I went to the police station just next door to report my experience. I received a call from a Port Townsend police detective and I had a conversation with the Y's CEO, Wendy Bart. This, so far, is not a legal incident. However, the CEO provided some information of concern. Ms. Bart told me she assumes the posted "pride" signs indicating the Y welcomes all people is adequate for women to know crossdressers and men who identify as women will be using the women's dressing/shower room. And she told me that it is the law not to discriminate against such people and that she was standing by her staff person's decision to exclude me from the pool. In the long ago history of the YMCA there was also the YWCA; working for the human rights and dignity of women and girls, to protect them from violence. Nationally, women continue to lose their personal rights to choose; they, along with little girls, forced to use non -binary facilities are experiencing increased encounters with peeping toms and assault in shower, dressing and toilet rooms - at schools, gyms, prisons and now, potentially, at Mt. View Pool. The YMCA policies on gender identity use "pride" as a euphemism to prevent discrimination against one group of people but at the expense of another group - women who don't want to use all -gender bathing/dressing T areas. Although the Y does check to see if pool patrons have been convicted of sex crimes, there is danger in how the Olympic Y is furthering this policy of nondiscrimination, the potential of undignified/illegal behavior for lack of separate facilities. The policy fails to be inclusive at Mt View pool - women are now at risk of unwanted exposure to the opposite sex - object and you will no longer be allowed to use the pool. Is this how the Y intends to secure the safety and dignity of all its patrons - a YMCA principle? Just as the City has installed special doors and spaces for handicapped people, the YMCA should provide an all -gender changing area as well as binary facilities to accommodate all patrons. The YMCA should immediately post clear signage indicating the existing dressing/shower rooms will be used by the opposite sex who gender identify differently. Also, all parents who send their children to YMCA programs should be informed that men who identify as women are allowed to accompany little girls into the dressing and bathroom areas. Julie Jaman Quimper Peninsula" Click Below for Original htt s.�/druve oo Ie.com�fule�d�15d01 IIS 30bll Ilf OClll xs3lf0 v rkmllh k/vuew ? u sLsha r6 n July 31, 2022 Port Townsend Police Chief Tom Olson emails Officer Jon Stuart and asks "What exactly did we do on this incident?" From: Thomas Olson <tolson@cityofpt.us> Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2022 5:27 PM To: Jon Stuart <JStuart@cityofpt.us> Subject: Re: discrimination at the Mt. View Pool "We were dispatched to the pool for a disorderly subject in the bathroom 17 refusing to leave and yelling/calling names to employees. During this time we were actively investigating the unlawful imprisonment case. I was able to break free to head to the pool as it was in progress. I met with pool staff who advised the subject had already left but were adamant they wanted her trespassed for her actions. I advised the pool staff that we would not be able to do that at the moment due to other priority calls occurring. They were advised to call back if the subject returned, I left the scene." Click Below for Full Email httir fldruve. oo„ ie—om�"fiie-MU bF MA J Q I , , , , ;;,,�,,,, JiLLview? usi:shari��o The YMCA employee lied about Julie refusing to leave, and about Julie's words and behavior. Officer Stuart claimed he was there while the incident was in progress. Yet there is no Officer Cam footage nor other records of officer Stuart being there. Julie was not there at the time, so I am not sure what exactly was "in progress". There is no record of interviews or victims statements, nor witness statements. No record of any investigation. Julie was banned from the pool by the YMCA and not "trespassed" by the city, though it is on city property. However the City of Port Townsend via City manager John Mauro and Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom would start a hate campaign against Julie immediately. Julie would not get a formal letter from the YMCA about being banned until August 25, 2022 Julie Jaman said, "I decided to picket for two hours a day for 5 days in front of the pool with My sign and petitions. On Monday August 1, 2022 from 11 - 1, 1 picketted in front of the YMCA. There were few comments about this. I went to the city council that evening with 3 min. of comments. On Tuesday August 2nd, 2022, the community descended on me. August 1, 2022 18 9am City Manager John Mauro spreads rumors and incites hate and violence by labeling Julie Jaman as anti-transgender. All the while knowing that he did not know if the YMCA bathrooms were in compliance or not. Antitrans, makes 80 year old look violent, and creates hate in our community. Julie gets threats, and the community begins to incite violent rhetoric and hate. She was 80, a couple of elders stood with her and that is what they needed police assistance for, some woman with a sign? From: JlMauro cut ofot.us To: LeadershipTeam@CityofPT.us Subject: possible protest this morning at MV Campus Date: Monday, August 1, 2022 9:44:21 AM "Hi All I hope you had a great sunny weekend. Information somewhat limited, but I've been told by the YMCA CEO that there is a rumor that an anti-transgender protest is scheduled at Mountain View Campus this morning at 11. I'll leave it to the Chief to determine appropriate preparation/response, but I didn't want this to catch anyone off guard. I can raise this at our lead team meeting this morning, but I suspect it is related to a trespassed individual from the YMCA -operated pool facility late last week. See you all soon John" hits.//drove. oo le.com/fole/d/1Y00Y 9111�1sekvllf;; f GuIII V o% A, fGlI /voew .................... 10am City Manager John Mauro unreasonably and irresponsibly panicked the local community. The Library emails Mauro and asks for protection for the LGBTQ community. There was NEVER any hatred toward us in that community. However, the City scared so many individuals, agencies, police and nonprofits that they attacked us lesbians, elders, locals in our community. City Manager John Mauro acted impulsively and created so much hate toward Julie Jaman and any of us Lesbians, Elders, Women, Men in our community that wanted to speak on the issue. We were attacked and a year later still suffer extreme hate, outcast, prejudice, 19 intimidation and bullying from those same individuals, public and private agencies. "From: Melody Eisler <MEisler@cityofpt.us> Sent: Monday, August 1, 2022 9:55 AM To: John Mauro <JMau ro@cityofpt.us>; Leadership Team <LeadershipTeam@CityofPT. us> Subject: RE: possible protest this morning at MV Campus "Thank you for the heads up, John. If this protest does happen I am wondering if the City might consider doing anything specific to support our trans and LGBTQ+ staff. A similar incident happened at the Seattle Public Library a few years ago and with an anti -trans group and it deeply impacted staff. I look forward to talking more about this later today and I can share what I know about that happened in Seattle." Melody Sky Weaver, Library Director" From: JMauro@cityofpt.us To: MEisler@cityofpt.us; LeadershipTeam@CityofPT.us "Oh, absolutely. I would like to talk about this at LT. I don't want to go there if nothing materializes, but should there be something today, on my mind is press release, statement to staff and social media post. In my opinion, there is nothing ambiguous about where the City's position should be in terms of supporting staff and the LGBTQ+ community." Mauro says, "nothing ambiguous about where the City's position should be". The city did not support us all equally and chose sides with no investigation. And ended up dividing the LGBTQ community permanently. John Mauro says absolutely they will be protected. Yet Mauro did not protect all LGBTQ members, but instead only the one's the city deemed deserving of equality, human rights and due process. 20 Click Below to read source eMail I , !12& /druve.000 kIII,,,,,,M vScllf;; a QknlIN/ ruew?uspasharuno„ August 1 2022, 11 am City of Port Townsend was alerted that local citizen Julie Jaman felt she had been discriminated against. Port Townsend City Attorney forward the email to all city leadership. There was prejudice and no investigation into Julie Jaman's allegations/complaint to city officials and copied to Port Townsend Police Frorn: Heikki Greenvwooda,HGireenwo+ o @Cityc�fpt.uS:> Sent.. Monday, August 1, 2622 I1:03 AM To.. Leadership Team <LeadeirshirTearm@CityofPT. us:: Subject. FW: diis.crimimation at the Mt. 'View Pool Frorn: Juliie Taman .: �rriula.il+;?fit �i t7 "x Sent. ,Saturday, July ;3 J, 2622 2:46 PIM To: p b1. ::+rirri;!nentQcui ity.s2fJ2jLus Cc: Steve Kind,b r�irr it:��trk n,.dL�I JGs; Heiadi Greenwood Flt,r_ervi �..fA(,.ra�ir�ri��t:,�cG;,�;JonStUairt ,�-Stuart6"Dirit��:.,�=� n�tir�t�_ri�e rUrar.:d�rrf;rlc,c_a Subject.. discriirminatiion at the Mt. 'w"iievw Pooll August '1, 6.30, pulblic comment to Ciity Council at City IHaii, Port Townsend July 29, 2022 City Counciii and State Representatives I swinni weekly at the Port Townsend Schaal District pool at the Mountain View facility leased by the City,the pool now managed by the Olympic Penilnsula. YMCA. My family has used the poral f'or 05 years. While showering after my weekly swim, I heard) a man's voice. l looked) past the curtain and saw a man dressed in a woman's bathing suint watching little girls take dlown their swiirnsuits iin order to use the 1:41 PM YMCA CEO Wendy Bart thanks City Manager John Mauro for the Julie Jaman letter he had sent to her. To: John Mauro Subject: Re: discrimination at the Mt. View Pool Date: Monday, August 1, 2022 1:41 Regarding Julie Jaman letter to City about Discrimination Click Below to Read q. V.e.... oo ue.cou l�fuue�d�1 D ....h C u.....�ehA mu......Mh'I I.....�C mkDPb /vlew?us.......:::::::s Darling 21 3:18 PM City Manager John Mauro checks in with YMCA CEO Wendy Bart. From: JMauro@cityofpt.us To: wendy@olympicpeninsulaymca.org Subject: RE: discrimination at the Mt. View Pool Date: Monday, August 1, 2022 3:18 PM "How did things go today? I can call and check in if that helps" John Mauro I City Manager" Click Below to Read full eMail I ,ll,ps: /drove.,, oo„ Ie.com/fule/d l l u;;;; E 2 hBCIu„ll..�I..�tEH„Pru K.„l3ohhdl,,, uew?us 3:38PM City Manager John Mauro lets YMCA CEO Wendy Bart know that Julie Jaman will be Speaking at Council Meeting. Wendy wants to know if Mauro wants her to be there. Click Below to Read Email Ili tt �� iirlii IIIA , ii �.�iii III � � III II IE. IIS III III LJ LJ t 11 , IIHN IIP iir� LJ II,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,„,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, .............. IIS, City Manager John Mauro knew that the YMCA did not have the changing rooms required by state law. Mauro has phone calls and email exchanges to discuss bathroom compliance. Keep in mind the city had an operating agreement and was not responsible for the bathrooms or the YMCA compliance, yet the City manager got in the middle of it all, to the detriment of our community. 6:30 PM Julie Jaman speaks at Port Townsend City Council Meeting Julie Jaman Statement at Timestamp 6:38, others after. Section A, to the right is Public Comment Documents, Emails. htt :::::::4 redurect:::::::true h:::::::'7a4'7 OO ab f fb�2bf �2c ............................................................................................................. At the August 1 council meeting, long time local resident Alby Baker said: "Why would a Public Pool be turned into a marketing platform for sexual preferences?” This is also in reference to Pride Flags all over at the City Pool. So are the Pride flags about sexual preference? YES. The Pride flag is about sexual preference. The Pride flag is about who we have personal sexual relations with. That said, there should NOT be PRIDE flags all over the Public Pool. If the public pool insists on Pride flags everywhere then why not be 22 inclusive of straight people, christians, and other "sexual preferences". It is clear that the PT pool is discriminating and prejudiced. Click Below for the short clip from city council meeting and quote source lir p.,5: rumb com/v3owr ,t .::::. �;:::. . p.:::::ir .::.:::::. ort ilowrnrrnsermd...cgt ... ooU..hilmU A. Public Comment Julie Jaman Letter to City Council duscrimurmailuorm all ilhe Mil..VJewrnr 1:::.)001 ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 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Sincerely, II Snnith The Public believed that the YMCA was abiding by state law, this false narrative was spread by the city itself with no investigation into what really happened nor an investigation into if the YMCA had been abiding by state law. They harassed, threatened, bullied, intimidated and excluded Julie Jaman, Amy Sousa and those of us who spoke at Amy's press conference, because of these lies the city, nonprofits and the YMCA spread. 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That* you Joan Ia'ka,l��u-;art T"rar•t,Townsend resrclerni; If the City of Port Townsend had told the Truth about the YMCA and "state law" it would have prevented the justification and use of violence against Julie Jaman and Amy Sousa. The city's lies and misinformation worked the public up into a rage. Of which translated to threats, physical and emotional violence. And denial of rights. Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom Organized City Council to Be Filled with the Queer/Trans community against Julie Jaman. Libby Wmi n trrawaa Do r a u h awra ,w iauiruuurr ' it hni,a to qy ,l molar^ UE.uer,,/Tra[r, w eau rirrauarn y to tum a)uwt iot raunrar it a 1.6nuq Mri�lght rare, of i vQU t_,wia - to (,,Xpluaun Via wrwr",., Aral tl rirrr t to have yc"Ar rrraurrrtm,-I',. 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Until the Day after they banned Julie Jaman. 6:47 PM August 1, 2022, During City Council Meeting just as Julie is done speaking, City Manager John Mauro emails YMCA CEO Wendy Bart and FINALLY asks if the bathrooms are in compliance with state law. This, after siding with the YMCA with NO investigation and inciting violence and hate on a 40 year, beloved community member, an 80 year old valued elder. The REPLY to this email has no actual record. The YMCA was NOT in compliance with state law until AFTER they banned Julie Jaman for life, with NO Investigation. From: JMauro@cityofpt.us To: wendy@olympicpeninsulaymca.org Subject: Y changing rooms/restrooms 25 Date: Monday, August 1, 2022 6:47:41 PM Importance: High Hi Wendy — can you confirm whether your facilities include family changing room s/restroo m s? I seem to recall that was part of a plan but not sure where that's at now — and it's relevant right now at the council meeting. Thanks! John" Click Below to read source email hilt s:��rgve. oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�"B u::::::u::::::ro� e�cs6muwr�rfsOle ,I A.....v66C�vuewr�r?us :::::::shargn 7:21 PM YMCA CEO Wendy Bart Replies to City Manager John Mauro's question About the restrooms. Subject: Re: Y changing rooms/restrooms Date: Monday, August 1, 2022 7:21 PM "We converted each of the entry "bathrooms" to spaces that can be used as individual and/or family changing areas." Sent from my Phone" Port Townsend YMCA converted bathrooms to comply with State Law AFTER they Banned Julie Jaman. W, From: 'Peirmdy Burt To: Johan Mauio, subject: Re: W dh—giirvg iro�arm 'rertr€ro:nic Date: Monday, AargUSt 1, 21422 7:21:51. PM Attachments: MaoMGOLIDIrG "Wee c4th verteed each of the eiitry „ b.gt1hlo4m� , " to sp.gcesthat c'an be tiseed as 1Chdividual acid; ;or fa.1111 y c'.11'aiigi11g areas. s C11t f -Om my ip1hD11ee x)17 Auz 1.. 2022.. at 6:�47 pN'i, JChii Mauro ,j:,11ht'dldlD C4.c'11�4.7117t LdS:;n-ivrotee:� Hi 'Weindly —cans you confirm whether your fac.iilltiies iindLide family chranging rooims/restirooinns? II seem to recalll that was part of a Ipllain but riot sure where tihat's at now — and iit's relevant riigPnt now at the CDasncill meeting. ThianksF Johri Jiolh,n Mauro I City Mlanageir City of Part Townsend I 'nm' n 7:53 PM Monday, August 1, 2022 City Manager John Mauro and YMCA Situational Update, Discussion of Yearly Finances, Click Below for Email t�p..::.Hd.dv.e,. oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�"B m p:::�p.....mObwr�rmhf o sof � uau aY...cChoVvS/v� ewr ?Us :::::::shann When did the YMCA convert "each of the entry "bathrooms" to spaces that can be used as individual and/or family changing areas"? According to this witness. The YMCA changed the bathroom designation to comply with state law, AFTER Julie Jaman was banned, in fact the "very very" next day. Here is a Clip from Katie Daviscourt Rebel News interviewing the witness outside the Port Townsend YMCA. htt s.�/rumble.com�vc e,,,,followed. ,,,, ort,,,,townsend,,,, mca DOI !! 9! u,Dluance.html Here is the Full Rebel News Video Below, Timestamp 17s to 40s, then the same 27 woman speaks at Timestamp 7:11 to 9:35. She Claims the YMCA policy was followed, she found out NO the Rule of Three Policy Was NOT being Followed. She says the rule, law of a place to change was not followed, but the very VERY next day there was. b.q.p .::.//r _u�u..u.�".:.cor a/y.:�......, wnv....uet....her....swuu u.... uuue.... aman....banned....frou u.... mca....after....askun ....tr i2..g.t'".i2.a .t'".r:::::w. u.�.n a r..i :::t...::..h to u..u. Clearly the YMCA bathrooms were NOT in compliance with Wa. State Law. But the YMCA covered it up the very next day. "HE" should not have been in the locker room. There should have been another place for "HIM" to Change. "He" was insulted by Julie, says a Port Townsend Resident outside the YMCA. This woman was clearly not banned for improper pronouns. Below is a Public Record Text from PT City Manager John Mauro to YMCA CEO Wendy Bart, During August 1, 2022 City Council Meeting, just after Julie Jaman told city council her concerns about how the YMCA, City Pool treated her, prejudiced her, bullied her and discriminated against her. As Public Records Clearly Show, Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro took the YMCA's side within the first 24 hours, with NO Investigation into Facts or Compliance with State Law or Julie's Rights. And did so with malicious intent, as he knew what he was communicating to staff, city leaders and the public was not true. Mauro publicly proclaimed the YMCA was compliant with State Law, and used this to justify a mob attacking women, elders, lesbians at Amy Sousa's Press Conference August 15, 2022. Mauro did so with malicious intent, as he knew that the YMCA bathrooms were NOT in compliance with Washington State law on July 26th, 2022. The YMCA brought the bathrooms into compliance AFTER they Banned 80 year old Julie Jaman for LIFE. Mauro knew that it was a "plan" and that it had not yet happened. Public Record Text from City Manager John Mauro to YMCA CEO Wendy Bart just after Julie Jaman spoke at city council. 28 PUBLIC RECORD REQUES75 PORT TOWN'SENDWA MAFEREQUSi AuaeQUE5T5 DOCU10-NITS 15 Text 080122.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER NIA VISIBILITY Requester COCUMENT PATE N/A UPLOAD ©ATE OW15123 REQUEST 23-35' All DOULITenks Aucj 1, 20 22 t,Ir (5;4:, Fll",? Port Townsend city manager John Mauro said Look to the City Q and A for justification for Assaults on PT Women. Mauro KNEW that the YMCA was not in Compliance with State Law, and Maliciously Lied to the Public, inciting a Hate Filled Mob, inciting Violence dividing our community. I alleged that city manager John Mauro conspired with YMCA CEO Wendy Bart to deprive Julie Jaman of equal rights, endanger Julie and any of us community members who spoke on her behalf. Below is a video showing community member Steven Schumacher calling out city council for the assault on women, incited by and protected by the city of Port Townsend. City manager John Mauro referred people to the state law, and to the Q and A, that the city created. To him, this justified the attack on our rights, felony hate crime assaults, sabotage and destruction of property, intimidation, bully, and threats. 29 "I guess I would shift focus in their thinking" as to what the level of thinking is and the YMCA was following state law. Click Below to watch 11p.a,;,,Hr u„u „I „�„ ,,,,,, om/V „ wx ,,,,,,,, ort,,,,townse nd ,,,,cut ,,,,,,,,u „ „! , „ e r,,,, o h n ,,,, ma u ro,,,,' usfifi es.... ... du recfuve...for oluce fo waf.hfml This was malicious, as Mauro knew that the YMCA was not following state law, and by this time he also knew that the employee had not followed YMCA policy and by this time he knew of our assaults, human and constitutional rights violations, yet justified with a simple Q and A and the YMCA and state law, which had NOTHING to do with those of us at a permitted women's speaking event in PT being attacked by criminal, violent, threatening, dangerous thugs. Mauro claims in the video above that using the state law over a bathroom issue somehow makes his response to felony assaults, threats, attacks on us legal or justified. Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom working to get the Queer/Trans community to come to council and speak against Julie Jaman. Prejudice, Discrimination. hffps.Hdruve.o„ „Q g&_Mm/fi1 / 1 Whllf,,,, A I HIM!II I M,J1: � p Q1 , view?u ,I ,,;;;;;;;;; h r9.!n„ ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Libby Wennstrom, councilwoman, talks about the fact that Julie Jaman had a large number of supporters at the city council meeting. Libby accuses them of bigotry and exclusion. Julie had 5 times the supporters but was made to look in public as if she was not supported by the community. Libby, a sitting councilwoman, organized people to shut down Julie Jaman's free speech rights and protest Julie at the YMCA, city property. Called Julie a "hater", further inciting hate against Julie and anyone supporting her. 30 �I lraatFlt enli g aq al"a k'l,niolrtilw+A lmt rvfll pl�o aalafy Le Ve=iwday was 15 101 f<:AP ,,, aru,,k 2-4 rlkes, t ,,v„t night ,at: the v c,l in l irr e tur°g iir a hi.0 r 1)er b if was -il:rol at 30 I is c dIIr1 spwakung tor P,riry,rt.ry and and uV earn alartrj fnr rra,k,I^ 1cmn ancf <sh atrw pdaa. 1odaay thaa✓vF' wr"iw ;0+ tl ani ra.plrws torll s waaIng plug~' t9argw 1 uaia drolnif ln,[N:r P^ and 611,x,lar, hl^ra�'• t rlynipl" and taU PI1fl Soc; a I sti11:v foil(,, 1,11 ll t u A , darn, 9ih sIgnl S, niai(B flue- 201cde^ Y s tattl Iia V' wo(,a 1'rbhvuots And alrcnt� ' I atd,ra. Indlu. thing Adiit lrrarwaO. lI vli,01 I r tint{ kip I ,v,wt ter gc) In Ic @iu:y. ICaidf. rr'iy 110 ,;,,J in, a'o azyr IL C rata; ki o"m of ir. %villi h atayarbn again, Nod II I I [-ie 'ai, oil �(cmng thw,i7 Oi ar! I ran t,ako nff Vc) i,4o VlI nay at n for do nq aalr�,u you ccli,d k d he eooni dId sbPt, areal I ari ,taecl a I vil of yaeo pl ✓ulll Lm,. I ruespr t at thae paa of tcda,� 11 1 tor,tair4N aic'rhe �d::, acf m,, naualc &rlll I uuiphatr I vrata^,,ad ct ned luta sickened l,iyafloiil:, otin,B I' Itied ax thad rtivaaefilrat I&A August 2nd 2022 Tuesday, August 2, 2022 8:29:08 AM City Manager John Mauro emails his team. This email is discriminating against Julie Jaman, it is all hearsay. Wendy Bart CEO of the YMCA was not there, John Mauro was not there, there was no interviews nor investigation, only allegations against Julie. There was no investigation into the alleged child endangerment. The YMCA Child Protection Policy, "Rule of 3 was not followed by the employee". Mauro says "the YMCA has made family changing rooms available to help us comply with state law and to give people like the patron in question an option to change privately." However, the night before Mauro emailed the YMCA CEO as he did not know if the bathrooms were in compliance or not, now he is righteous about it. Yet he does not say when they complied with state law. Records, Witness seems to suggest that the bathrooms were made to comply with WA State Law, after Julie Jaman was banned Mauro uses "a sanctuary city” to justify his prejudice and discrimination against Julie. There was no signage indicating that one of the hallway bathrooms had been converted to a changing room the day Julie Jaman was banned. The YMCA and City of Port 31 Townsend covered it up by converting the changing room AFTER they banned Julie Jaman. ..uyAvrd VVOYcO (V/vue\At?us Chief Tom Olson to City Manager John Mauro and Leadership Team. "From: tolson@cityofpt.us To: JMauro@cityofpt.us; LeadershipTeam@CityofPT.us Subject: RE: note to staff re: last night"s council meeting (draft) Date: Tuesday, August 2, 2022 10:54:38 AM What I have learned over the years of being in a leadership role is that stating the obvious (policy, rules, regulations, laws) is the easy part, but we seldom get buy -in or the opportunity to educate if we stop there. When we have an opportunity to educate (change behavior) our personnel or the community we have to do it in a way that keeps lines of communication open. As we all know, this requires listening to build empathy and to better understand different perspectives. If done right, this can be done while being supportive of others. I don't at all agree with many of the "perspectives" that were shared in last nights meeting but rather than get angry and name call, I look at this as an opportunity to educate our community. If we continue to lead and always take the high road we will have a more educated community (on this topic), the community will better understand the city's view on this topic, and the laws of Washington and the expectations of the city will be better understood. I know that I am always the one on our team that is more in the middle of the road, it is because I have to be. I cannot take things personal or overly share my personal views. Thomas Olson (Chief of Police" 32 City Leadership on building Empathy. The City employees paint us out as the "other", and really seem to believe this hurts them, and they are the good guys. hit 1K1::RV0t6j1,,,,,,VnA 2' w dIII M IIf;32:::::Iv uew?usp������ abnc„ ar6 Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom puts out a Call to Action for people to support the YMCA and protest Julie Jaman's Free Speech rights. Libby labeled Julie Jaman a Trans -Hater, and worked the community up to HATE Julie Jaman. Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom was actively participating, as a City Official, in a hate campaign against community member Julie Jaman. Libby posted on Facebook and messaged people regarding the YMCA issue, a City issue, regarding City property, and with a Nonprofit corporation in which the city is under contract with. Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom not only put out a call to action but also actively, physically participated in violating Julie Jaman's Constitutional Rights. Libby Ulmer Wen(nWom The, trarts-haters, are planning to showup at the Mourftn'View pwl picketing again tome "ui from: t 1- 1. If you feW that date has no pWco at our pulbillic pod, andwant toisupport the Y In creating asafe welcomhg Mace, for EVERYONE, to up, todlayi 33 0YMCA of aeffe,rson County Follow 1qv, 1 4,3 At the Y, we wve0conmme ALL. As a reminder to „our menmlders and crammuumuty, ouir egUiity statement is as follows:: We will create co�omMILHILles that aie inclusive and saoirailyjcust so that sill people can thrive. We will[ not tolerate blas, hatred, or discrimination that (beads to the oppression cf tlrodlvilduals or coammunitles. We, a lIIIl ensure sustalned and mea�niingful progress toward equity and human dignity fo�ir all. rrfr,r,-f l Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom protested in person against Julie Jaman's rights. The YMCA thanked councilwoman Wennstrom for being there. Libby Wennstrom, Port Townsend City Council targeted Julie Jaman, Discriminated against her, Prejudiced her, and even put out a Call to Action for people to support the YMCA and PROTEST against 80 year old Julie Jaman. Libby Wennstrom labeled Julie Jaman a Trans -Hater, and worked the community up to HATE Julie Jaman. This led to direct violence against Julie Jaman, Amy Sousa, those of us who spoke at Amy Sousa's Press Conference August 15th 2022, and those who came to watch. Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom was actively participating, as a City Official, in a hate campaign against Julie Jaman. 34 qVil,"EK13i "� 4, �b I ,- i,, ) rr i, n t s 5 i u hml` s cf") IA(v 00 y to ( "'r 4' i y j w " I f " t 1�,' u I r s 1". 1 �' I I n t 'y I l 1� I I i t J w I o Tis 1� ( ) i i i v Y -ij w, r i I (,rt k ti i , 1� 1, cr s 1, , most f0evant ,, Libby Woonsoopr The trans-halers are pIanning two ShOIUf) at the Mot.witainj View pool pickefing agan toclay juesday B/2) from 11- 1, If YOU fOPI Wat hat(- haS W JZAEICC� at OUX p.bk po,(A, and want tl(.j so.pporl thp Y in creatinga safe w6coming place f'or EVERYONE, show M,;p toickiy! y Uke io, v j v I,, ,e'1J /" nfi IJ, I II!,)II,!, " I T1 "j J v I^ J") Q I T n MI e I YMCA of Jeffimom County Libby Ur ner Wennstrorn Thank yoi,.w agaki lot, coming and shoWng YOILJI'SLIPPOT And thank YOU flor being at) advocate for all peopIe's right to be who they are. Libby Wennstrom, Port Townsend City Council continually targeted Julie Jaman. 35 Like M Julie did not say any of this stuff, nor did Julie Jarnan create said narrative, if it even existed. Libby Urner Wennstrom Juliette Sterner it's actually even worse than that. Many, many news sources of -nit that 1) the trans woman was an employee and had passed extensive background checks 2) that the trans wornan was not undressing C!"I's, 3) that the trans woman was "watching" kids waiting to use the bathroom BECAUSE THAT WAS HER JO,IB 4) that no children were touched, ogled, undressed, or harassed EXCEPT BY JULIE JAMAN SCREAMING ABOUT PENlSES in front of young children. 5) That parents were all notified about the incident. No parent removed their child from care. Not one, The narrative that's circulating is that a "known pervert" (sometimes it's a "sex offender") was masturbsting and touching/undressing little girls in the, locker room. Which is a crime, and would be charged as such. But that's not even remotely what happened. (4:Juliette Sterner Libby Unner Wennstrom The document the city created is pretty clear, but the folks I have forwarded it to have declared its just trans propaganda. But then... Trump. M N Mayor David Faber claims he patiently sat and listened. It is NOT listening Patiently when you are sitting there hating, labeling and discriminating against some in favor of others, regardless the W2 topic. It is NOT listening Patiently when you are sitting there hating, labeling and discriminating against some in favor of others, regardless the topic. Mayor David Faber Port Townsend, Name Calling, Bullying, Discrimination, Cruelty, name calling, inciting hate, dividing community. We have names. qHi CDa 1d l FaIber @ E;)av Ik d..Wa b e i, W tclli tlie Auu t 1 counciiil meethig. We linst n d quietly and patiently thrcug1i an hour of l cul li'c ccmni nt, nlLlChl of it frorn TERF and othu,. inti -trans speak&rs. Sarne wftli the one T'ERF speak&r who spoke t council luast niii ht. &,,10 ANAALAg H3, 2022 12 m ,�'n,, Julie Jaman let the Port Townsend city council know of her concerns, discrimination, and what happened to her on city property, with a nonprofit the city is under contract with. And councilwoman Libby Wennstrom called Julie's comments, and her supporters a "shit show". 37 Libby W nnstro m II didn't see anything, And Iiia guessing they won't cover this at IIIIT Unless it's JiUllie giving thein press release �,�03', (11O(2 % 2 1 1�1I�rri UblbyWennstrr wrm Was there anything in the paper? They go to bed early Tuesday so they rarely stover anything tirn6y frorn Council Au( ;?l,,? l I 1 411 irr Pat Cartwright Vaughan It's clear the Leader didn't Ipay atteintiOrl to the public cornment section of Monday's meeting. Ai m r.r- '10 iLibby W nnstrom, Shit show, About ani hour and a half of hate speech with the bigots clapping for each other, A few trans Allies spouse, mostly over r.00rn, and a very brave g year old trans guru stood rap In room fralll of adults who clairnedl she was automatically a pedophile because she was born with a, penis, and reminded there what disrrirnin tiion meant to children, Pat rrVaughan How did it go? Aug 2. 2022 Port Townsend Free Press Jim Scarantino Breaks the Story to the World "Mountain View Pool Punishes Woman For Her Gender Expression and Identity — Part One —" "Jaman and supporters held a protest outside the Mountain View pool on Monday, August 1, 2022. They argue that in 2021 the YMCA promised, quoting Y literature, "the addition of family changing rooms/all-gender bathrooms..." but instead "took over the traditional binary areas" to accommodate individuals with gender identities different than their biological gender. Jaman and her supporters want the Y to provide three separate dressing areas- men, women and gender -free." "The woman had to stand naked in the presence of the male, a YMCA employee, despite her pleas and demands that he leave. She was also very concerned that this 38 male was watching little girls as they peeled off their swimsuits. Another YMCA employee called the police on the woman. The woman was initially instructed by a Y employee to leave, but then prohibited from exiting the building by two YMCA employees." Click Below for Full FIRST News Article on this Story htt sI. orttownsen free res .corm / / /rnountaun vueE::: ool,,,, u nushes...wornan........... for...her,,,, en er,,,,e ressuon,,,,an a entut art ones August 2nd 2022, the YMCA of Jefferson County posts a Public Message on Facebook thanking those who supported the Olympic YMCA's decision to Ban Julie Jaman. The YMCA talks about the bathrooms they NOW have available. However, they were NOT available to Julie Jaman on July 26th, 2022 and said to have been created (designated) on July 27, 2022, AFTER Julie was banned. August 2nd 2022 Port Townsend YMCA thanks people for protesting 80 year old Julie Jaman. 39 Julie was not offered another place. Julie was naked in the shower, and asking for privacy, of which she was not given. Julie was prejudiced, defamed and discriminated against. The YMCA claimed Julie was banned for repeated offenses, yet could provide no such record of this ever happening. Jefferson County YMCA commented on Facebook, claiming to have areas that are "much like bathrooms" and claiming Julie Jaman had violated policy in the past. 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VA, dD Ihrawrk private stalls 'hi the aurriwaaaasaal chaacrorp ng rV"b+:,ms that frank and dose, mLurlla Make a ha attum�orra, dawr trtratividualfsw hcC ,VOUlld dudwe rrroa_auw privacy than th°je common areas of the a^rorrrrprb a doclkprr mom, Additiirruaally hi tlap wnrna -n's locker rCaoaaa, we also, have stalls w Iithu cu.urta' ns where people can ch,a age it tlha -y d Re rnraa e gsapwacy, and tdae sl~uC>wa rs also are daaa-Mded vitha c uatalims. August 2 2022 Hospital Commissioner Matt Ready goes to YMCA protest against Julie Jaman. Here is his livefeed, if for some reason not here, email me at .;,evecev]dC�gmaul.com. I have a record and screenshots. hf s/811210829868"794/ Matt Ready Friends SPIP rill thPlIC s Life events See u I I Uurfefl`ersori Healthcare Commissioners Matt Ready was Ihw. %ucpi � ri�M Commission Agenda & Minutes Note here Matt Ready was in the crowd that assaulted women, bullied, intimidated, shut down free speech at Amy Sousa's Press Conference. Matt livestreamed that day as well. This will be in Part Two Chronology 41 Started New Job at Moved'. to Bristol, United Jefferson Healthcare Kingdom January 1, 2014" Sepl—ber 5, 1993 Uurfefl`ersori Healthcare Commissioners Matt Ready was Ihw. %ucpi � ri�M Commission Agenda & Minutes Note here Matt Ready was in the crowd that assaulted women, bullied, intimidated, shut down free speech at Amy Sousa's Press Conference. Matt livestreamed that day as well. This will be in Part Two Chronology 41 City Manager John Mauro Defamation, Derogatory against Jaman Mauro reflects on the city council meeting the night before and again chooses against Julie Jaman, instead of neutrality. Mauro lies about the YMCA having separate bathrooms or offering to Julie Jaman. Mauro says: "That said, I'd like to recap something that happened at the very start of last night's City Council meeting and try to illustrate how and why it matters to me and perhaps to you. At the very least, it's important to me that we all have the same information. Late last week, a pool patron was asked by the YMCA to leave the facility for verbally abusive behavior toward a YMCA staff member. The staff member is a transgender woman, and, according to the YMCA's CEO who I spoke with, the staff member endured a barrage of unfair, disrespectful and offensive attacks. The Y was within their right as operator of the facility and as per our agreement with them to make the decision to ask the patron to leave and not to return. The pool patron attended last night's City Council meeting and a made public comment, claiming herself to be the victim of an unfair decision. At least 20 people were also in attendance to support her and many of them spoke. I will not try to summarize what they said, but the misinformation was many -fold. For one, Washington State Law (decided in 2015) protects transgender rights to use locker rooms or restrooms of a person's gender identity. It is up to any male or female who is uncomfortable with that to use an alternative room or wait and allow the transgender individual to rightly use the facility. In this case, the staff member was very inappropriately ordered to leave by the patron. Second, the YMCA has made family changing rooms available to help us comply with state law and to give people like the patron in question an option to change privately. The patron did not choose that option and, very disappointingly and inappropriately, instead chose to confront the staff member and ask her to leave. Third, the City of Port Townsend, by Council resolution in 2017, is a sanctuary city, welcoming all residents and our diversity. That mirrors what I believe to be part of our organizational culture of equity, inclusivity and diversity. We are stronger and smarter because of it as a team. I want those LGBTQ+ members of our team to know that we value you. I want our LGBTQ+ community members to know the same. For those of us who don't identify as LGBTQ+, our support, friendship and camaraderie are very important, especially as we respectfully ask members of our community who seem concerned or threatened by our diversity to keep learning and growing. As I did last night, I challenge myself as well to be tolerant and kind - with appropriate boundaries - Fly to those who are intolerant and unkind. It's a tough road sometimes I will readily admit, but it's far better and more productive than being dragged into an unproductive battle fueled by fear, anger and hate." Click below for Source and Full Document Ap .::.d .d.V.'...., oo ue.com�fuue�d��A mhEV d....hu o klD ScDD1...DBNII JMew?us :::::::s All of this seems disingenuous to me. Why does the City of Port Townsend get to decide who matters, who the law applies to, who gets equality and who does not, who matters and who does not? Why is the City acting as if the Judge and Jury and simply finding guilt based on hearsay, prejudice and discrimination? Mauro boasts about allegedly encouraging "equity, inclusivity and diversity" but who does that apply to? It has been shown to ONLY apply to who the city, the local big non -profits, Olympic Pride, hospital commissioners, city council, prosecutors and commissioners say it applies to and agree that you are deserving of rights, a voice, a peace event, innocent until proven guilty, a fair shake, love, compassion, truth. John Mauro has forever divided the Port Townsend LGBTQ+ community members. Half of the Speakers at Amy's Press Conference were in that community. All the Women who returned 2 weeks later, including me, WERE in that community. WAIII% has Gay men that were there, and they have trans and lesbian members. We were VERY diverse. Mauro, the City, the alleged "LGBTQ+ community", THEY decide which Lesbian or women or man or elder or HUMAN gets to have constitutional rights, due process, inclusivity, equality. They boast how inclusive they are but if you are not the right lesbian or the right diversity, or they simply do not like you for any reason then you are stripped of all your rights, mobbed in the street, assaulted while the city protects violence and hate at the same time as claiming they are the Good Guys. 1lam City Manager John Mauro eMail to TEAM Note here, that the YMCA CEO John Mauro is talking about did not hear Julie Jaman saying "a barrage of unfair, disrespectful and offensive attacks". YMCA CEO Wendy Bart was not in the building, nor even in the same town as far as I 43 know. Yet Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro took her word over the "patron" Julie Jaman with NO Investigation, NO due process. No witness interviews. Mauro said this about Julie "Her story differs significantly from the CEO, staff and witness perspectives." What witnesses? The police nor the city did any investigation. The bathrooms were NOT in compliance with state law that day as the record shows. The CEO was not in the building and the "staff" and "alleged victim" lied in the 911 call, saying that Julie asked if they were a member of the LGBTQ community. What 80 year old would say that, naked in the shower. It is not plausible and did not happen. No proof the city set out to incite massive hate against the "patron" Julie Jaman. There was never any proof of Julie displaying abusive behavior. Julie did not have a choice of bathrooms as Mauro lies about in this TEAM email. bjj. s.//drove. , oo„ le.com/ffu e/d/l COw62SO „ .f...3.... , , cYv48L 0 6BN25 rA Is/vue w?usi sha= August 3rd 2022 "Woman, 80, Banned From the City Pool for Refusing to Shower or Change in Front of a Man Forced teaming in Port Townsend, WA" Article written by Matt Osborne htt from.. the ...cgt ... ool?r. Uk s:::::::wutm ca u .p, ....... n::::::: ost utm meduum Web August 4th. 2022 "Censored: Men's Eyes in Women's Shower Room" Article Posted by the Editors. "Free Press's ongoing efforts to expose censorship by local media, we are publishing a letter to the editor written to The Leader by long-time Port Townsend resident Julie Jaman." .p.::.::.. orttow�rnsendfree rasa.com��5��censored ...mens ....eves ....un...womens....s hower...rooc..n ............................................................................................. Reduxx Magazine, Feminist News and Opinions Journalist Anna Slatz Article. "Read our interview with Julie Jaman on what transpired the day she was banned from the pool: "There was a man in a woman's bathing suit, and he was near little girls who were taking off their bathing suits. He was standing there watching them." "Senior Woman Banned From Local Pool After Expressing Concern Over Male in Women's Washroom" hff s://redu�xx.urifo/seriuor-woumnari ariried frorn uocau oop after ex reason ....c ncern.... ver ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. rnaue un -wornens washroorn/ ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... "80 -year-old granny banned from YMCA after demanding biological male leave women's locker room where little girls were undressing. Port Townsend, Wash. police said she "had an emotional response to a strange male being in the bathroom and helping a young girl take off her bathing suit." .I ..::.��i�...1 . t!DjU.0 !rip.�"p.0 .U. com/ .:::::. ear...oUd... rann ...bane ued...frou�... u�ca...after...deu�andun ...buoUo ucaU... maUe...Ueave..womens...Uocker..room where..puttle.. Hs were undressun NOT Fine People Port Townsend City Attorney Heidi Greenwood does not believe that there are "fine people on both sides" "I don't want to say "very fine people on both sides" because I do not believe that" The City of Port Townsend clearly discriminated against Julie Jaman and her supporters. This discrimination led to the city's response to Julie's supporters coming to the next council meeting, and led to the city doing nothing, purposely, at Amy Sousa's Press Conference as hundreds attacked us. They simply hated us, painted us in false light, thought we were not fine people and this led to real world violence, and long term suffering. The city itself led the hate campaign against Julie Jaman and spread misinformation like wildfire. This email includes David Faber's thoughts on the issue, as well as City Manager John Mauro. Click Below to read the full Public Record eMail Thread U..U. ..... ......"p.....U. ..0 ..U...Y ..0 ..U.......U:::...... The Human Element and support for David Faber. It seems like people don't know or don't believe, or have no issue with David Faber inciting hate against women in Port Townsend. Here is more to the thread hilt s:��drgve.0000Ue.com�fuUe�d�"B "Bu::)u:Nce5i�u:::.A.....4xuwr�rJu::::umVM�wr�QZaQA[m.g.::)Ou /vw ewr ?u s ::::::shargn p _............................................................................................................................................g August 5th 2022 Dori Monson then KIRO Journalist. "Port Townsend Woman, 80, banned from pool after dispute with biological male in women's shower" "After more than 35 years of swimming at Port Townsend's Mountain View Pool, Julie Jaman, 80, says she is "distressed" after being banned from the facility for calling out a biological man she says was watching semi -naked young girls in the women's locker room. 45 Jaman told Friday's Dori Monson show listeners that the incident started July 26 after she "heard a man's voice" while she was naked and showering in the women's locker room at the facility, which is operated by the Olympic Peninsula YMCA and the City of Port Townsend." "I saw a man in a woman's bathing suit watching maybe four or five little girls pulling down their suits in order to use the toilet," Jaman recalled. "I asked if he had a penis and he said it was none of my business. I told that man to `get out right now.' " After alerting a pool staff member to the situation, Jaman said she was "stunned" when the staffer told her that she was "being discriminatory," "was banned from the pool forever," and that they were calling the police. "She didn't ask me what the problem was, if I was okay, nothing about me," Jaman said. "It's as if she was just waiting to pounce on me. It was just stunning." After exiting the shower and dressing, Jaman continued, another pool staff member confronted her in the foyer. "She told me that I was being discriminatory and not following the YMCA principles and values. I told her I respect all human beings and I'm not following any ideology." Jaman told Dori that she later spoke with Olympic Peninsula YMCA CEO Wendy Bart. "I told her there were no signs posted to give women warning," Jaman said. "She said there were Pride posters posted all over and she assumed that was adequate to inform women what to expect." According to Jaman, Bart also said, "we take pride and everyone is welcome.' "That's fine with me, except that they do not provide alternatives for women who choose not to be undressing in front of men," Jaman continued. "Our pool is a very old pool. We just have two shower rooms, dressing rooms, one for men, one for women." Plans for a gender -neutral or family changing room have not occurred, she added. Since the late July incident, the dispute has spilled over into local blogs and at least one heated city council meeting, Jaman said. She told Dori's listeners that she is hurt by city leaders calling her a "bigot" and is "very distressed" about being banned from her regular exercise. The issue gathered increased attention after Jaman spent two days picketing and gathering petition signatures, seeking pool facility improvements." hitt s:��m ruorthwr�resit.com�088 08°d�dorq...feu aUe...swr�ruu a er...banuued... ooU...dus ui�e...buolo ucaU...0 aUe...w omens showr�rerZ ....................................................................................................... 80 -Year -Old Woman Banned From Community Pool After Complaining Man Watching Little Girls Undress In Shower Room: Report By Hank Berrien hitt s:ffwr�rwr�rwmdaUU w ire.com/ruewr�rs/80 ear dd woman banned from commuru1 Pod after com UaU p y................................................................................................................................y.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ruUro re orit "80 -Year -Old Woman Banned from YMCA Pool Over What She Saw Man Doing in Women's Dressing Room; Julie Jaman, an 80 -year-old woman from Port Townsend, Washington, expressed her discomfort and fear when she encountered a male in women's shower area at the YMCA. July 26, Jaman found herself standing naked in presence of a male in a woman's bathing suit; he was watching little girls take off swimsuits" Article by Dr. Paul Alexander 2 aUexander.substack.com/ /80...... :::::.�.:::wr�rgmarip:::::. �"p!�"p .:::::from:::.yu° , .�::�..:�.Jspd s:::::::r ui�u� ....... am au ra......, osiruirm ueduuu wr�reb Ingraham Angle talks about Julie Jaman YMCA Issue. Segment Titled" "Ingraham: "Biden expands Title IX to include trans women" .Ip..::. wr.rwr.rw..... Mayor Faber pulled his Transgender letter from the Community Newsletter. Email from City Manager John Mauro, Click below to read "From: JMauro@cityofpt.us To: LeadershipTeam@CityofPT.us Subject: RE: crowd -sourcing empathetic communications "Hi All I had a really nice chat with David today. I didn't tell him we workshopped this, but he had really heard some of my questions (really backed up by your/our dialogue) and he's probably going to pull the piece and lead with what we had planned earlier: focusing on housing policy and "Golden Gates" (book). I think it's a good outcome and I appreciate your help in getting us there. Like with each other and something you all model so well, I've realized that our policymakers sometimes need really personal support to work through their own tough challenges, to get a little pep -talk, to let things go, and to move on. Good for empathy for everyone involved. I'll see you and your team at 4 today Tom (and you at 10am tomorrow, Steve), but for everyone else: enjoy the sunny and gorgeous weekend! 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City Employee Steve King reflects on August 1, 2022 City Council meeting where Julie Jaman and her supporters spoke. irt,s:��drgve. oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�°Bwr�r JNvO"dYdu::: fe81r0chKcVvV� dVP p� U .-f:::..J wry. u ..... sh rgra,,,. ..p a q August 6th 2022 "Grandma, 80, banned from YMCA after complaining about male stripping little girls in women's locker room" Article by Joseph Patrick A hire, bout man un femage gockerro mgg sbanned/ The City of Port Townsend and the Port Townsend YMCA IGNORED the Voice of so many. These videos below of comments on the PTFP Article show more of what the Port Townsend community was thinking and discussing at the time. August 6th 2022. Port Townsend Free Press Facebook Post regarding their article breaking the Julie Jaman YMCA story. 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Click Below to read incident report higt s:��drgwre.0000ge.com�fgge�d�"g uWOSVh g. rWGeg.....oKZ4S�Yfb 4CrS.:cd...) �vgewr�r us shargno p _ ..............................g August 8th 2022 Jefferson County Washington Fan Page on Facebook. Read the Comments to get more perspective. Click Below to Read Post, and read comments. "Censored: Men's Eyes in Women's Shower Room" htt /a.400008800412001/8001 704144248000/ :.y. :::::::: . City starting to get calls and emails q,,U, .."p._Q u2:U....UX u..) U_%80k zfU.....c4U:::: U::::U.....Oh..U. 6 /vuewr�r us :::::::shargra Rowen Deluna, YMCA Manager Calls Port Townsend Police and Speaks with Officer Stuart. Rowen is concerned about a dark and threatening voicemail from Canada. Rowen DeLuna was concerned about upcoming protests being violent. And they were, the violence incited by Rowen DeLuna, the YMCA, and the City of Port Townsend. Click Below for Incident Report /...'J 3 0 X...dcwAl2KY4U8kO0U::RAU:::IU:::)LUsvcb'7rU.....xNHn "The 80 -year-old Washington state woman was banned from the YMCA after demanding that a trans employee leave the locker. Article by Morgan Mccarthy t�p..::.HU 02.qn was banned from the vmc a- a fter..demaradura that a trans eu Vo ee Veawre..fhe..Vocker..22. 30 hfmU August 8th, 2022 Franklin Graham Facebook Post htt d0U0V"Avw 9M2ZKs8xM\"8 °B nNuU ed80hV. csWU:::1eS7wrmU U4dC c�UOU::: 8 UXU::::Nc�U2:O282U::::mA8sU "80 -year-old Washington state woman banned from YMCA after demanding trans employee leave locker" A spokesperson for the YMCA said the permanent suspension was due to repeated violations of their code of conduct. Article by Emma Colton I Fox News htt woman banned... mca demaruduru ..traras..e m.p.U..Y .::::: eave:::.Uock ,r :: Declaring war against women in Port Townsend and fundraising off their hate for any woman they label TERF. Jakob Vali the c ,lirrer'lt tt I q I[4` wai,. 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New York Post version. hitt. s r...treatment ...of...trars...em Uo _ e, I "Get Out Right Now': Woman Banned from YMCA Pool After Demanding Trans Employee Leave Women's Locker Room" Article by Dylan Gwinn. htt s:��wr�rwr�rwr�r.breutbart.com�s orts� 0 �08�00� ei� oui� ru hid raowr�r wr�rou an banned moa i ool after ..0 ...!r..p..u.......::1� ! p.:::::.! ..Ip.U.� ee...Uea�re...wr�rorruens...Uocker...r000u � "Julie Jaman: Woman, 80, BANNED from YMCA after she complained about trans employee in ladies changing room watching 'little girls change' Article by Sumanti Sen htt man banned forrefusurn to share Dockerr oom with trans worker "WOMAN BANNED FROM YMCA FOR SPEAKING OUT. Julie Jaman on Newsmax htt s:��rumbUe.com�v,I ex "B 8 wr�rouan banned frou mca-fors eakura out.htuU Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom talking with YMCA manager Rowen DeLuna and calling community member, and journalist who broke the Julie Jaman story, a "pustule". ubby Wennstrom Scarnntino is a pustule Rowen peLuma ma W V t a rex ,mma a rm r P.11 Terwar-n d Ne. 84rottw"•° I 50 Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom, though one of the main instigators of hate against Julie Jaman, is "sick of this shit". Libby claims the city proclamation has nothing to do with the incident at the YMCA, yet it is directly related. The YMCA manager wants council members to reach out to the police and city manager. Libby Wennstrom Ben, is, committee rneetirig in person orJust onfine? /omq 091, 8, '(] -� ', f! I Lib,byWennstrom 111 call Mauro in a second 1"'juq J Rowen DeLuina Might be worth sorneone from council reaching out to the PID abOlUt iL My conversations with them so far have just been a whole [cat of listening to why they can't provide any help. They might if th(.,y are hearing fi-orri y"all /`I [f) ars, Libby Wennstrom flee rL(wsOjutj()J.0 thea nrnrifter; is workung on is that trans rights are hurnan rights, and affirining that nothing to do with the Y's ban on Julie Jaman h, Ii yj 2 0 2 2 8 2') ', 8), Ben Thomas As far as I've read it's niostly darifying out support of trans rights, more directly abouit the Y. 01)" /N")", Ben Thomas In person is the plan at the moment. Of course that couId change if there's a concern. A 09' Libby Wennstromn II arn so sick of this shit Aijq 091, "; '1 I 1H,iw 51 Ben Thomas Thank you for the beads up, Rowan Rowen De Luna Y'all do what you want with the pogo I just knew giving them the infer worddln''t help Libby W'ennstrom Yup. Know anyone who wants a 60 Ib aerdale Cross, good w other clogs and kids? Rowen De Luna Definitely a personal chat jU51 sharing info.. Libby Weinns6rom FYI, if it's a specific: ask directly related to council business it's best to email our council emai[s. Mayor David Faber Twitter Message r: A] , J I� 1 9, The Definition of "social masochist" is: "gratification through pain and punishment; social masochism rehabilitates the ego by resolving social anxiety through punishment. Someone who knowingly dresses or behaves like an idiot / outcast / in order to come across as "different" or "eccentric", a personality disorder in which individuals persistently and characteristically obtain gratification or freedom from guilt feelings as a consequence of humiliation, self -derogation, self-sacrifice, wallowing in misery, and, in some instances, submitting to physically sadistic acts. Social Masochist is a term sometimes used to describe someone who enjoys putting themselves in situations where they are likely to be criticized or rejected. This could include things like seeking out negative attention, starting arguments. Our Mayor literally gets off on, enjoys, conflict that harms others. Mayor Fabers mental disorder, according to him, of Social Masochist, translates to real world violence, bullying, intimidation on women in Port Townsend. 52 August 9, 2022 City Manager John Mauro in an email discussing meeting up with Quimper Unitarian Fellowship Director, Youth Trans Rights Activist Beau Ohlgren. htt s:��rlve. oo le.com�tule�d�"B6h96M p:::�eM3l�S al l..lrp4U tSclbl::::::ru/vuewr�rus :::::::sharlru p............................................................9...................9..............................................................................................................................................p.......................................................................g.............2......................................................................................................................................................................................1....................................................9. From: JeffCo Transgender (Beau Ohlgren, Quimper Unitarian) To: John Mauro Subject: Re: Meeting up Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2022 9:43:50 PM t�p..::.H .�p.� e,, oo le.com�tule�d�°Be6raru� llo6 l9el�p.....lcOA mb d...OsQu �vuewr�r us :::::::sharlru From: JCTS To: John Mauro Subject: Re: Meeting up Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2022 10:02:16 AM „U, /d/1..h96M..Ql:::�eM 3��S aUo ...u...2Ura4U tScUbu::::::ra/vuew" us :::::::shargra . Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom claims that the our local newspaper, the Port Townsend Leader does not want to give Julie Jaman a "platform". So, thus far they had chosen to not put out an article on the YMCA incident. Libby Weinnstrorn Lead: er has su.,uh=rposedly decided 110t U-) a.over lit, ostensibly because they dc.)n't want to gree _➢u,ulue a lDWfOrm, Gveru that tl-uey°ve been pu.,rblush ing .h., lWs press releases about the poplars verbatiim .- / mj Libby Wennstrom It°s such ai lru tal)oslitlion dealing with rnessa ges like that vvh& cl6flg Sh-ua kespeare in the sunset. i > > � J 01"x, P)O,,-' " `�, �1, , ih�rrr Pat Cairtwrliht vaugdhan I assume the Leader is fina Hy cnverurug tlulis. DO YOU know if fl-uey"ve talked tomore than vlirulue? Despite having told the public of rampant threats, Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom admits privately that there were no threats. 53 Libby Wennstrom No Am,j1 PRR Response Page 24 Pat Cartwright Vaughan I hope no threats. A j y O9, 1 0,LE "," (`,3' ","8r T'() LibbyWennstrom Getting dozens of ernaik hke this to city, enia0. Only a couple personal so far Aiv-j ",7 1,7pm Some Places Mayor David Faber claims he has had death threats, other places he says No Death Threats, yet the City Council worked up a hateful rage against us based on MISINFORMATION and Flat out Lies that they were receiving threats. 0 Beau OhIgren 3.png DESCRIPTION N P I FOLDER NFA V10DJUTY R., -- DOCUMENT DATE SIA UPLOAD DATE REQUEST All DOCLITelt 54 David Faber tweet to Mattie Watkins who wrote several articles on the Port Townsend YMCA issue. Sam Feinson, Mayor David Faber 7s law firm partner, said the following on twitter. Keep in mind Sam Feinson would go on to represent the men who assaulted us and got ALL Felony Assaults from the night of our attack to disappear, even assault on a LEO, an officer, with simple discussions with the Jefferson County prosecutor Chris Ashcraft and James Kennedy. 55 Simple Country Lawy t [ r kl,r[ V II;°)er" If b " a e ," you mean "'Supeirviise,"' thein someone's genitalia deer net determine whether the situation its OK. From Ouir c rnein s, and those of your co u spatriots, it's clear you assur e ill intent rom any August 10, 2022 Mayor David Faber plays victim, in twitter message to young trans individual @alexcruik 4rUNT iOWNtiEIVU WN "'• r .�. r�r... 0 @alexcr'uik 1.png in vekw�t thn gi.in el 1 ���, baC apnl � 11 eauxGel ycu nny hanula hnnv treivslvhnbdn '.: I txki,� bylll nnr„aaman „,vr,rn„r, Tll , I baKino, d11 1 T,1n '-oltl g'rnnny from YMt;A Duni... �a1:V 1 I id r.. to lhiils 9am Amy Sousa messaged me, Reverend Crystal Cox, on Twitter, as she had seen my comments to Mayor David Faber on the issue. I had never met Amy. Amy asked me if I lived in Port Townsend and if I would like to come to her speaking event. I said yes. Amy sent me a link to a Zoom call for a group discussion regarding the event. 10:18am Amy E Sousa files for a Special Event Permit called "Name Community Support for Women Event". Event Description: A gathering to support women of the community, a free speech event for women. Click Below to Read r„r,��.."r...�.r:::r..r:::::. W August 10, 2022 Amy Sousa files for Special Event Permit, Community Support for Women t�Ip..::.Hd.dve..,. 12PM. Brian Kalscheuer Port Townsend Community Service Officer emails Police Chief Tom Olson Regarding Amy Sousa's Permit for Women's Support Speaking Event, scheduled for August 15th 2022. This email from Brian shows that the City of Port Townsend was in communication with Beau Ohlgren's "group" and knew they were organizing individuals to shut down Amy's speech, to shut down our speech they deemed 'hateful". None of our speech was hateful. This email shows clear prejudice against Amy Sousa, and shows Julie Jaman was nor Amy Sousa was treated Equally. 1:30PM Chief Olson Cautions Brian on how he talks to "counter protesters" Beau Ohlgren. Though Amy's event was not described as a protest. And Amy Sousa's group went to speak at a city council meeting and women's support speaking event, press conference after. However, we were kept out of the city council meeting so we tried to go right into our speeches. 9:33 PM Police Chief Tom Olson emails Officer Jason Greenspane to begin working on an IAP (Incident Action Plan). Source of the Above, Click public record email below hilt s:��drgve.c000Ue.00m�fuUe�d�"B p:::�X uzSC ad "B m r n45u::::0% Kej r4h vuewr ?U.s :::::::shar n p _ 0.................q..........................................................................................................y.................................................................Ip....................................................0 August 10. 2022 "Mountain View Pool No Longer Safe for Many Women and Girls" Article by by Jim Scarantino of the Port Townsend Free Press. hilt ou ntaun yr ew DQol no Dora er. safe. for mars y::: � r ,u .. p.:..... p.:::::.g.........�. Port Townsend Leader, our local newspaper, publishes an article regarding the YMCA banning Julie Jaman." Resident banned from Mountain View Pool after confrontation with trans employee" written by James Sloan §,.//'www,. deader,.com/stones/reslderit...banned... from....mou rdalri...vlew... ool...afte HERE is a FREE Copy of the Above, if Link don't work „u„;, ,,YQ ,,,,, °111::::::1 vl....w ......... .. r g 57 Reverend Crystal Cox Discussion, Commentary and Reading of the Port Townsend Leader August 10th 2022 article. I had not yet met Amy Sousa or Julie Jaman, and I had not yet been invited to Amy's Event. PART ONE Port Townsend Leader Article on Julie Jaman, the YMCA and Transgender Issues .I ..::.��rn�u° ...P...:.com/v.'�..fi.E@ :. art...orae... ort...iiowr�rnseu ad...Deader...au�ucbe...ou u... uUue... au�au a...i�he... u�ca-and...t c ,ca.agg.cd.::.. tm. PART TWO Port Townsend Leader Article on Julie Jaman, the YMCA and Transgender Issues hilt aderarficbe on.j a e.. aman the.. mca-and. tr .p...0 .a ..::..h t U PART THREE Port Townsend Leader Article on Julie Jaman, the YMCA and Transgender Issues hilt .Ueader.arficbe on 0i- amara 41— mca-and ::::. p..0..::....P.. Mattie Watkins Article, "Julie Jaman Intervened on Behalf of Young Girls" htt s. uouobrollo.substack.corn ulue,,,, arna��,,,,u�itervened on behalf Port Townsend Mayor David Faber is worried about himself, and not those of us he represents. He has no concern for 40 year resident, 80 year old, Elder of our community being under protest and attack. Jakob Vala 1.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER N/A VISIBILITY Rey ues[er DOCUMENT DATE N/A UPLOAD DATE n1 -- REQUEST 23-15& All 1). menie� David Faber is at the very least, seriously unprofessional. 58 PORTTOWNSENGWA d @alexcrUik 2.png )I JIHIIN)01 Al H'I Ir 11 v1"11M IV( uoci,wenr, orrrr NIA Ctq 10, .1022 Y:57 G -'12M I (1- orae tl6A0&l23 Ah OK, I'm sorry to hear that. Know your support is !'SgUESY appreollated even if Tess loud! Aur ,,,, H) 2022, 1 .e7 1:.:111lA PORT TOWNSEND COUNCIL CULTURE AND SOCIETY COMMITTEE City Council Meeting: Women's Liberation, Discussion of August 15th 2022 council meeting, council, city attorney Heidi Greenwood is concerned, language that is supportive of "trans" (timestamp 21:36), discussion of Proclamation. 58 minutes in on considering Parks and Recreation in the Proclamation. Also look on the right hand side for more information. t�p..::.H.dt. urect:::::::true h:::::::976fcfa84d053'B5b86 53c262bddb8edI ..................................................................................................................... August 11, 2022 City Manager John Mauro spread misinformation like wildfire within the first 24 hours of Julie Jaman being banned from the Port Townsend YMCA. Mauro did not know if the bathrooms were in compliance and had done no research or investigation into the accuracy of the YMCA claims or of the alleged child endangerment. Yet Mauro spun an "impressively inaccurate narrative. Misinformation — even mal -information". Of which was "fodder" for inciting hate against women. Mauro eMail to Staff 7am "Finally, the misinformation around events at the Pool last month has fed an impressively inaccurate narrative. Misinformation — even mal -information — has been fodder for local and national media, flaring a spate of incendiary emails and phone calls to me and some of you, distracting from or even damaging the good work that City, the YMCA, and our community does. Yesterday, we began to fight more directly against inaccuracy. 59 As I noted in an all -staff email on August 2, and said at the start of yesterday's City Council Committee meeting, we as a City strive to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where every person is respected and valued. We are obligated by Washington State law not to discriminate and we as a City team are stronger and smarter because of our own diversity of people and perspectives. Many of us are being confronted by emotionally charged residents who don't have good information and have jumped to worrying conclusions — and this is truly tough stuff. Again, this gets me back to the top of this message in how we serve our community to yield better understanding: we need to keep to the high ground and help our community and partners work through this. I need your help in doing so — and really appreciate the team effort on this already. I offered a statement and a set of questions and answers at the committee meeting yesterday to help clear things up. They'll be posted on our website later today. I expect Monday's City Council meeting to be a place for more work to be done, and I have been working with department directors, City Councilmembers and the Mayor, agency partners and community leaders to make it as productive as possible." Source bti s:��drgve.c000Ve.comZfiVe/d/'B U Su::::::. rkOu:::)�Um4 mF::...u...S tui.�u:::.�u:: V eu....Nrfl.....S�N/U tuewr ?u.s :::::::sharia p _�.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. .............................y..................................................................................................................................................................................................p................................................... .g. City Manager, City Attorney Zoom call with PR Company to sl2in the YMCA sto to the city's favor. with YMCA in attendance. The Zoom link doesn't work. The point here is that the City invited the YMCA to narrate the City's official stance on the YMCA issue. YMCA/Pool issue in PT. When: Thursday, August 11, 2022 8:30 AM - Click Below for Public Record, Mauro, Greenwood, Olson. htt s://drove. o0 oe.com/fooe/d/1 BtCl l dln„J.lZkkl xviaC2Wd 10u;;; F: uYQF: kll u;;;; /voew 2usi sharono City of Port Townsend invited YMCA CEO to Write City's Q and A YMCA CEO Wendy Bart Invited to Zoom call with City PR Company to discuss, pivot, word the City Q and A regarding Julie Jaman banned from the YMCA Mips.//drove.,, oo„ oe.com/foie/d/l H Y30rremj, ,,,,,1„�B a ,,,,,,, wtfo....,� ,o;;;; a/voew. us .......shad.V.1 .81 This is clearly the city picking a side with no investigation. This is the city working with the YMCA to defame Julie Jaman, and flat out lie about the YMCA incident. They took the word of one's side of the story with no interviews and no investigation. 10am City Manager John Mauro says: "Thank you for your patience and calm as we work through the current situation. We've contracted with a 30 -year crisis communications professional who has reviewed the Q&A document I put together, making helpful additions/edits and getting the document ready to publish. I've Is lialsing withYMCA's CEO to ensure we are aligned and consistent and incorporate some of their language/content— these discussions have been satisfyingly productive and collaborative." "Only refer people to the document" "We are pointing relevant inquiries to the Q&A document and statement." We were attacked in the street because of the misinformation the city of Port Townsend spread. When asked about this, Mauro directs us to the YMCA authored Q and A. The City clearly took a side and caused real world violence, threats, bullying and more to Julie Jaman, Amy Sousa and all of us who went to speak or attend Amy's Press Conference. "We are following state law." says Mauro. Who is "We"? Is the City and the YMCA the same Entity? And, NO the bathroom law was not followed. The YMCA rule of 3 child endangerment policy was not followed, and laws were NOT followed by the city to protect the rights of a senior, a woman, a vulnerable member of our community, an elder, a patron, a citizen nor to uphold human rights, dignity, safety, equality, civil and constitutional rights of ALL equally without discrimination or picking a side. Source Public Records eMail of above Quotes hit HWF E B(�-' d3r 0 KV /vuew ?usi sharono 61 YMCA CEO Wendy Bart wrote the City's Q and A that was allegedly where the city of Port Townsend stood on the alleaed "issues". eMail Thread, Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro, working with "Crisis Communication Professional" (PR Firm), City Attorney Heidi Greenwood and YMCA CEO Wendy Bart to write the city of Port Townsend's official stance regarding the YMCA banning Julie Jaman. The plan is to pivot to "state law" and not about "Port Townsend", this is said to City Officials who are suppose to be all about "Port Townsend". Very bad advice to focus on the state and national and not our actual town. And the TRUTH. Click below for the entire email thread hit s:druve. oo le.com�"fuled�IOmo2 Yo sH00 uYuuM WoIwFHvuew !jai shar4i A Bit on the Redactions in the Above, Redacting the Draft Version of the City Q and A. The PR Firm, and the YMCA CEO Wendy Bart were both privy to this DRAFT of the City's Official Stance on the Issue. Yet I was denied this public record. They cited law, as if the YMCA was the City's Client. The City of Port Townsend Cited these law for the Redaction Exemption: RCW 42.56.290: Agency party to controversy. "Agency party to controversy. Records that are relevant to a controversy to which an agency is a party but which records would not be available to another party under the rules of pretrial discovery for causes pending in the superior courts are exempt from disclosure under this chapter." AND in Anticipation of Legal Action, even in Jan 2023, they cited this exemption RCW 42.56.280 "Preliminary drafts, notes, recommendations, intra -agency memorandums. Preliminary drafts, notes, recommendations, and intra -agency memorandums in which opinions are expressed or policies formulated or recommended are exempt under this chapter, except that a specific record is not exempt when publicly cited by an agency in connection with any agency action." W A bit more on the Redaction On August 11, 2022 the City of Port Townsend put out an official Q and A. This was proclaimed to be the city's stance on the YMCA issue regarding banning Julie Jaman. In the PRR you will see that the City of Port Townsend HIRED a Seattle based PR firm, they call a Crisis Communications Professional, to pivot, spin the YMCA story to their benefit. The PR firm suggested focusing on state law and this is not about Port Townsend. Yet your tax dollars pay for the City of Port Townsend to represent you here in Port Townsend and not the whole state. This PRR request shows the Seattle PR Firm Stephanie Mudgett Senior Consultant Feary Agency, a private company in communications with the city manager John Mauro and city attorney Heidi Greenwood. She is giving the city advice on how to come up with their official standpoint on the issues, and helping to create the document. Mauro refers to her as a "Crisis Communications Professional". This email thread clearly shows, not only was private party, non client Stephanie Mudgett assisting with drafting, writing the City of Port Townsend's Official view on the YMCA issue, but so was private citizen, private non-profit director Wendy Bart. So Wendy Bart, YMCA CEO helped to write the city Q and A. Yet the city denied me the public records of the draft Q and A. They state Exemption RCW 42.56.290. It is referred to as 28H Redaction in the documents. Stephanie Mudgett nor Wendy Bart, YMCA CEO are clients of the city attorney. They are allegedly a "party" to the "controversy" yet we the public or participants were not. The city was clearly preparing for a lawsuit at that time, however, my public records request was 6 months later and there were no pending litigations. was denied the Draft Q and A. Private Non -Profit Controlled the Narrative as if the City YMCA CEO Wendy Bart controlled the narrative of the City of Port Townsend's official, legal stance on the YMCA issue. The YMCA has a contract with the City and should be operating independently. Here is Wendy Bart making changes to 63 the city's viewpoint, as per recommendations of her "marketing person". Port Townsend City Manager agrees. hit s://drove. o0 oe.com/fooe/d/1YdbIC uI OfVII Wb&Nx wfCYMfk kfl l m /voew usi shar4i PERHAPS hiring an investigator and looking into what really happened at the YMCA would have been better spent Tax Dollars, and healthier for our community. Instead of PR Companies to "spin" the Truth. You do not need PR, marketing people, or crisis consultants. All you need to do is stay neutral and tell the TRUTH. Pretty Simple. PR Firm Suggest that City of Port Townsend not put specific date on website regarding the YMCA Incident. bilps://drove. oo„ oe.com/foie/d/1wIC F22,OYu YmCuWW v(` S HP6c3H/voe wuspasha= Jim Scarantino, Port Townsend Free Press asks the city for proof of "a documented previous pattern of disrespect" by Julie Jaman at the YMCA. As the City of Port Townsend posted this on their Q and A, as their official stance. "From: James Scarantino <jrscarantino@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2022 1:03 PM To: engagept@cityofpt.us Subject: Mountain View Pool/Julie Jaman In the city's statement on the incident, it is stated that there was "a documented previous pattern of disrespect" by her. Yet, Jaman maintains that is untrue and she was never presented with any notice of any misconduct before July 26 when her membership was terminated. Will you make that "documented previous pattern of disrespect" public, or at least provide it to Jaman. I have emails in which she has requested this information from the Y, to which no response has been made. Certainly if you are making such an allegation, you should have no problem in providing that alleged documentation to Jaman. Thank you, Jim Scarantino, Port Townsend Free Press" Source hit s://drove. o0 oe.com/foie/d/1 Oe xkoo,,,,,,o,,,,,,ICoP0 Yu,,,,,,IME26 0,,, tWAO/voew usi sharono M. The City of Port Townsend Never Proved Julie Jaman made "discriminatory and derogatory comments toward the YMCA employee". Convenient here, how the City of Port Townsend sidestepped the FACT that the YMCA Employee did not follow the YMCA child safety policy of "Rule of 3". Nor did the YMCA, the City of Port Townsend or the Port Townsend Police investigate allegations of child endangerment. member of a protected class), who was; pa . day -camp, children to, the restroom in the women's lockerroom, The YMCA has a, "'rule, of X'so slaff and childr are, never in groupis of fewer than three, The platron made discriminatory and derogatoty, commentsow A emplol There was no proof that Julie Jaman had a "documented previous pattern of disrespectful behavior' 0: Were there prior, Code of Conduct violations by the member that. contributed to her membership beiing 'tor inatad? !0 �i a, 1. - - - ; It" E I 511901 � � I 1� "PrUIRMIR M. ffill i City Manager John Mauro and YMCA CEO Wendy Bart told the Port Townsend public and essentially the world that Julie Jaman made "discriminatory and derogatory comments toward the YMCA employee" AND that Julie Jaman had a "documented previous pattern of disrespectful behavior'. When asked to prove these defamatory comments, this misinformation that incited violence on women in the streets of Port Townsend and spread rampant divisive hate throughout our community, City Manager John Mauro, seeming giving legal advice, "suggests" that YMCA CEO Wendy Bart simply does not answer. " From: J1 , ,u „ u� 0Il ups To: Wendy@olympicpeninsulaymca.org Subject: Fwd: Mountain View Pool/Julie Jaman Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022 1:45:22 PM rIrII:::: Iii mdmgget, sinoff, iiiu ,w, Illa osin Iii sin III aim isnot, golking to " Source email linked below. htt s:/ /drove. oo le.com�"fule/d/1 cePE .lP14FtOmWO2FvVmf6ohw wn U].. ew? usi shamm'mo 65 City Manager John Mauro contacts PR Consultant "Crisis Communications Professional" and Port Townsend City Attorney to let them know he suggested that the YMCA simply not answer the request for proof of their hate inciting defamatory claims against Julie Jaman. The City Attorney seems to have no issue with the City Manager giving YMCA CEO legal advice. Mauro also seems to have no interest in proof of the Y's claims against Julie Jaman. "Fyi. Forwarded to the Y. Suggested no response." Source email click below hit BHuoVtui,,,,,wkl a/vuew u sig shar4i Julie Jaman eMails City Manager John Mauro and asks for documents proving what the city wrote on their Q and A, claiming to have "documents about disrespectful conduct" "From: Julie Jaman To: John Mauro Subject: documentation of disrepectful conduct Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022 3:30:13 PM "The City has release a Q&A regarding the Mt View Pool and specifically referencing me. It states you have documents about disrespectful conduct. Since you are speaking about me please send me the documents you are referring to. I have never been informed of such conduct or documents since the Y took over management of the pool. thank you Julie Jaman" Source email htt s:druve. oo Ie.com�"fuled112,u;;;; I„�0;,,,.u;l EV1 O„l3Ao „ PF,,,,,,, vee wusi !ha” • ^. City Manager John Mauro let's City Attorney Heidi Greenwood know that Julie Jaman wants a copy of this documentation. Julie was DENIED this request for documents the city claimed to have or have seen. The City of Port Townsend knew that by this time there was not or may not be documentation, yet they continued to deliberately, knowingly, maliciously defame Julie Jaman. Of which led to real world violence, human rights violations, threats, bullying and assaults. Click for email hit HbAaWvuew u sig shar4i There was no way for the patron of the YMCA, elder Julie Jaman to know that the person was a YMCA Employee. No. rsuit since the YMCA wusing, accompanyingthe pool as part of'their activities, for the day, At the time of' the confrontation, the employee was day -camp children to the restroom in the womien'sr room, The City Q and A can hedge here as by this time the bathrooms were in compliance, yet they were NOT when Julie Jaman was banned. By August 11, 2022, the YMCA changing rooms were in compliance. However when Julie Jaman was banished for life, "there was no signage indicating that one of the hallway bathrooms had been converted to a changing room" Aaddition r the universal changingrooms),, the YMCA provides men's and women's locker rooms with private changing areas as well as showers with, curtains at the • of Mayor David Faber jokes about our politicians, those affecting our real life, being perverts and deviants. MA David J, (Faber 6 OlD �:ilv i d ,U IF a lL it Funny, I never referred to trans people as " en.,verts" or "deviants". I jokingly referred) to iniyseplf and other p ,okicians as perverts aiin,d deviants. Mayor David Faber messages Port Townsend YMCA manager Rowen DeLuna concerned about the YMCA employee. This is Clear Discrimination, Prejudice. City should have been neutral. There was no investigation into facts, law, or what really happened that day at the YMCA. The city of Port Townsend took a side, cared about one side and incited hate and violence upon the other side. Then the mayor's law firm defended the violent offenders in court. Amy Announced Press Conference on Dori 2:30 PM. Amy Announced her Event on the Dori Monson Show and talks about boundaries, rights to consent, and discrimination based on sex. "Port Townsend resident and rape survivor organizing protests supporting banned 80 year old" hit end resudent and ming s Urvuvor or aD.Jz4-i ................................................................................................................ Police Events that took Place on 8/11/2022. From Port Townsend Police Chief Thomas Olson 1308 — Called JCSO Undersheriff Pernsteiner to discuss 1448 — Called Sergeant to discuss, requesting he and A/Sgt Stuart start to build the Incident Action Plan. 1655 — Contacted Beau to briefly discuss the presentation of the Proclamation at the city council meeting. Also discussed the rally in Pope Marine Park. Beau stated that he and his group had no intentions of participating in or engaging with the rally participants. He had some concerns for his safety based on what he had seen on social media. 6A 6A Response Plans 6A Response Plans 6A Response Plans 6A Response Plans 2155 — Received an email from Rory Bowman (Police Liaison) advising me that he would be serving as Amy Souza's police liaison for this event He stated that the event woulde a Press Conference. Over and over, city council members such as Ben Thomas kept calling Amy's event a Protest. The Antifa, PRIDE, TRA Mob that attacked us kept telling police they were counter protests. NOT True. Amy Sousa, a resident of Jefferson County, of Port Townsend for over a decade, had an event. She applied for a Permit for said event, called support for women. Amy's liaison Rory Bowman let chief Olson know it was to be a Press Conference. I went to speak at a City Council Meeting in a County I live in and in a City I had a business license for my All Faith Church and to speak at Amy's Press Conference. We were blocked out of city council, denied due process and bullied and gaslighted after and to this day, over a year later. I did not go there to PROTEST anything. Click below for Heavily Redacted Source hilt s:��drgve. oo Ue.00m�fuUe�d�"Bvl:::iiUu�/Ihe 0 f0°ae"Bubhm uI:::I��vuewr�rus :::::::shargn August 11th 2022 Quillett Podcast Julie Jaman YMCA ear...oUd...femur0st who not t.:::Ik� urvp_u�i.g :::f1 u u::::;i�.l .:::::yu ::::; � .:::::. roi�esi�uu a u aUe bodues uu a i�he wr�rorneu as Uooker roorn/?fbcbud::::::hAiAlROYkob 7W6U.....til :....::::. ..2 �..u:::::U..N:::::..u:::::U..N:::) Su wr�rkI::::::.Nfu a"BXMI Mayor David Faber messages YMCA manager Rowan DeLuna in regard to 18 year old Adams, with no regard for equality or as to how Julie Jaman is doing. M Rowen DeLuna 1.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER wra VISIBILITY k.q-- DOCUMENT DATE WIA UPLOAD DATE P6/p6/2} REQUEST All Doajn—nts We, 11 Rowcn DcLuna 1.p'ng DESCRIPTION FOLDER NIA VISIBILITY Requester D OCUNIENT ©ATE NIA UPLOAD DATE. UG/06/23 REQUEST 2l- 118 All pucuiroeiits Li ... � I'll Letter from Mark Peil & Sherry Erickson of Port Townsend to Port Townsend City Council From: Mark To: PublicComment@cityofpt.us; John Mauro; citycouncil@cityofpt.us Cc: Sherry Erickson Subject: Disappointed Resident regarding YMCA Pool Incident Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022 11:58:05 PM City Council, Thank you for taking our public comment. In light of recent events, we are embarrassed to call ourselves residents of Port Townsend. My wife is a retired Port Townsend Police officer and I am a former City of Port Townsend employee. Along with raising a family here, we have a combined dedicated service to the citizens of PT for 35+ years. Mayor Faber, please do us a favor and resign immediately! To the rest of the City Council and City Manager Mauro, we are getting tired of your "Wokeness" and shame on you for condoning any of this with your proclamation which does not represent 100 percent of the population. Speak for all of us or none of us. You could have easily said that this is a YMCA issue and moved on. Yet you couldn't help yourselves and continued to voice your personal opinions. As long time residents we expect only 4 things from our local government: Water, Sewer, Public Safety and Roads. 70 We do not want your personal opinions or agendas on anything else. It's time you started focusing on your mandates. Regards, Mark Peil & Sherry Erickson Source Click Below ir,ps:��dugve.go o.U..::. qUrrl l rr9u::RuUO0Ce.'u_Qd"�UkOKxWv/0ewA/U...... „, .."fl... .u:::��;„w�; 0 Olympic Pride President Kerri Kitaji asked people to come to city council meeting to support transgenders. This is the Olympic Pride Facebook Page Call to Action. "Supporting Trans Rights City Council Meeting Monday, Aug 15th 6:30pm 540 Water St and Online Doors open at 6pm-be there early to fill seats! Remember that it is about support for our community rather than the individuals behind publicizing and falsifying this incident. Make it about the love of our community, and let those people go off into obscurity. It is expected that the Mayor will be making a proclamation supporting trans folks and underlining trans rights. Remember to be quiet before, during, and after public comments as per court rules. No clapping! Show up to support the Mayor and Council for their Proclamation, the Y, and trans members of the community. More info on how to be a trans ally in PT:” They were to be quiet and respectful in council meeting, yet outside Olympic Pride ran bicycles through our event, hit us with Pride Flags, bullied us, threatened and cussed at us, intimidated us and hurt us. Port Townsend Olympic Pride put out a call to action, to Protest Amy Sousa's Press Conference, a permitted peaceful womens speaking event. The Permit called it a Woman's Support Event, Amy's liaison, as seen in police emails, called the event a Press Conference. I was a speaker at the event and knew it to be a Press Conference. The City, Cops, Pride, the Community called it a protest and called those who violated our rights, intimidated us, bullied and assaulted us, Peaceful Counter Protesters. Jefferson County Prosecutor James Kennedy said there were victims on BOTH sides, in other words those that shut down our event, destroyed and stole personal property, intimidated, bullied and assaulted us were somehow VICTIMS. 71 SUPPORTING TRANS RIGHTS City Council Meeting Monday, Aug 15th 6:30prin 540 Water St and Online Doors open at Spm -be there early ly to fill seats! Remember that it is about support for our co rn rin u n I t y rather t r i a n the individuals behind publicizing aced falsifying this Incident. Make it about the love of our community, and let those people go off into obscurity. It is expected that the Mayor will be making a proclamation supporting trans folks and underlining trans rights. Perinernber to be quiet before, during, and after Public comments as per court rules. No clapping! Show up to support the Mayor and Council for their P r o c I a m a t 1 o n , the Y, and trans r -n e to b e r s of the comrnL1r)itY! "All Aug 11, 2022,11:37 PM Port Townsend Mayor David Faber refers to us women, elders, lesbian who live here, as ''moral panic rage tornado". "Lunatics". Faber messages in blue below. 15 @daridiernarm 1.pil 0P,r k11110N J L)L,�LK NiA W,)(,r,J1s[ Ill I I)A I WA Wi )PD Fip IF GG(OV23 I Christ they are rabid. I'd fink they'd have moved on to raging against the FBI but I doubt they will ever gIve up Au,1`2 20'2'2, &24 AM ff Aug 11, 2022,11:33 FIM —4 72 City Posts Q and A Regarding YMCA City of Port Townsend Posts a Q and A on the City Website to notify the public of their opinion, and alleged "facts" of what happened regarding Julie Jaman being Banned from the YMCA. Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro would later use this to justify violence against women, Lesbians, Elders by referring people to the YMCA Q and A. How this relates to Violence against us and our Civil Rights and Constitutional Rights Violations makes NO sense to me. Click below to read the full document, now removed from the City Website. .bZ3uObQu7.W.td---fl bYspataEgEQ ................................ .................................Q'.................................... In the Q and A, the city admits the employee had no identification, no way for Julie or others to know they were an employee. The City admits that the rule of 3 policy exists and was violated. The city misleads the public about the restrooms, as they were changed AFTER Julie was banned to meet state code. The Q and A misled the public and city manager Mauro would later claim it justified the city's response to our attack. The Stranger publishes highly inaccurate, abusive article titled "Transphobic Bullying Incident Prompts Port Townsend YMCA to Ban Member As Conservative Media Goes Nuts, Residents Rally in Support of Trans -Inclusivity" .Ip..::.lwr�rwr�rwr ..thestr n er.coueer/2022/08/11177077771/tran Dhobuc...buUU u, ... ncideuui�... rorn ids... port... i�owr�r n s e ra d.. y m ca -iso.. b a ra.. m e m b e r "Woman, 80, banned from Port Townsend YMCA pool after clash over trans woman in locker room." Article by Denise Whitaker, KOMO News reporterThursday, August 11th 2022 � .��lkomorii wr�r com/� w s/r o.c U/ ::::� h trarus 0.g.! p . E:: ................................................. 7:30 PM, Amy Sousa had a Zoom Call for those of us planning to speak at her Press Conference on August 15th 2022 August 12, 2022 Mayor David Faber's message with "Jennifer Jane" shows that these individuals actively campaigned against Amy Sousa. Which led to real world violence to those of us attending or speaking at Amy's press conference. Mayor Faber gossips about Amy's personal life, discusses where she lives, and they discuss how dangerous Amy allegedly is. This hate inciting gossip incited a mob to attack us, with no proof of any truth to their claims. Mayor Faber agrees that Amy Sousa is a sociopath. 73 Jennifer Jane at Swallow n Wolf. Connections to the Obama Whitehouse.... active campaign against Amy Sousa. Which translated as real world violence and emotional trauma, injuries for life. David Faber messages in Blue. More like a Movie Plot. 15 Jennifer Jane 1.png I 11 jenniferjane 1.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER N/A VISIBILITr Req -t., DOCUMENT DATE N/A UPLOAD DATE 96/0£123 REQUEST 2�I-159 All DDCwnents 74 Jenniferjane 2.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER N/A VISIBILITY Requester DOCUMENT DATE N/A UPLOAD DATE 06106/23 REQUEST 23 152 All D—Ji—nts 0 Jennifer Jane 2.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER NAA VISIBILITY Requester DOCUMENT DATE N/A UPLOAD DATE 06/06/23 REQUEST 23-15E All DocuiU-ts M i_. J I'] I, Reverend Crystal Cox, noticed Oregon based Antifa put out a Call to Action on Twitter, via SBB_ProtectTransKids @School Board Bloc, encouraging their followers to come to Amy Sousa's press conference. I notified Amy and she immediately notified chief Tom Olson. 75 W4+FRVy' p44A4 poo t Tow rIsenid, WA ..p., .11nasnspall7olpaaas illi to action' shOW LIP We Solidarity D^ylrsnclaay 8/15/22 for as trans wadou on, in Pir)t : Townsend being hai,assed �unr4~Ila,ldin c8er. (lni thi,pa'ts) ,.an an 'unternaa'Oonadull" scale a'ffer arra'ti, n spha lbe vedba Hy attacked Iljsu. a: l Ie, at a YMCA pool. J0a us Monday, August 15th to counter protest the'transpahohic mob that are rallying in Port Townsend ahead of the next City Council w^eeet',ing, Where: Port Townsend City Hall When* 4:30Pom Why. A trans employee was recently a victlrn of harassment ancl' rliscrirn'rroati on at the 'YMCA pool and has become the target of transp)hotaiic hate -groups that are corning to town 410. A ej, f:-r,'edit,?2 City Councill iMeeting Wo nday, Aug e5h 6 30prn 540 Water St and On0Ine Antifa explaining their call to action against Port Townsend citizens they label bigots, and claim the press conference for our statements to be documented for a city council process in the town we live in, is a protest. There was never any "transphobic hatred". 5936_&�rote�ctT'ransKr�ia '��i,r9 ru rall`i r,r cle lu r � Fri i�;i r ,+0'r1 ... Tlue sole u# tlrarusry¢I>I rlerU haqu swl a�,�airrst t8 iuz rtrruevmur ursn arucl surall tcwvu� ¢s i_nreahThekmnand atycro4ii>alears,thpstand is against the bs gots I; ath ¢n'town and travehq,, for this prretest. TM Trraursr,�B obr a Port Townsend Mayor David Faber sends Antifa @School Board Bloc an article against PT resident Julie Jaman, the very group inciting hate. Hate that translated as real world violence FZ upon women who spoke at Amy Sousa's press conference. DavidJ. Faber())) frr,DavkMabei RvI"flyin'r"k) The�e's also L.GBTQ Natbn'sstoi� ghtq I uFvio I,['c,n � ft[suffer a We woman gets banned fou I I e I wm pocfl that we I ciom(,-s eve,,.. I mr I d er I a erni) I nvep exp I[ n I w I I I[ta Ili ir If I ont n,ka I',) tfl kkk�. FheY[NAP,,Asaid (J 1 0— @School Board Bloc, Antifa shares the article Mayor Faber directed to them. David J. Faber "21),1111,11 "IC [,i�oo � Boa A BI o c -r,IIV,iere's aIIIso I Q INatiot i's for '12,A1 PNA )1'\i�-ig 2022 Antifa encouraged fundraising from their hate campaign against Port Townsend resident Julie Jaman. Mayor David Faber donated to the Campaign. 77 BBB P"rotectTransKids r0ScIxvoV.lHoal,d lo c ° AlLlg,122022 � Can't o in Larson? Pienso send a few bucks to herway. y. �o Jakob " ala �q$ik6,,,, al aH , Al W, 8, 2022 Port Townsend is the current f0CUS of as TER"F war. A oun trans woman was accosted in tl-ne YMCA Ilockee roon7'i & sl-me's stN being I,m l ssed. I'll trylnq to LOaflmor info abOLIt the sitrl ton, Ifyou'd like to show sUpporf, YOU can donate to her SLffgei,y f lndrasol: of rllelclmiilo.conibf/srstorcIcl)l August 12th, 2022 5PM Email from Port Townsend Police Chief Tom Olson to City Manager John Mauro, regarding giving a back door police escort to Beau Ohlgren and Entire Group. Chief Tom Olson knew that it was Amy's Group of Elder Women, Lesbians, and Men that would be in danger from the Antifa Call to action. Yet the Port Townsend Police provided security detail for their group and told us it was first come first serve. htt s:ffrly oo I.comffulfdf"B imll:::)C °I ...srail�Y,dOnCldlCol u::::::f��iwr�rus :::::::sharia From: tolsaanftNofrvLu To7M+a1uraLdcA' ,to Subject. procllarnatuaan presentabon Dale: Friday, August 1.2, 2U22 5:17.16 IPM John, I talked talo Beau today and lie said that y<;aaa would be presenting hkn with the proeltant ation at the city council mueetung;.Would you like me for make sarrangememt.5 so he and has entire group can be at the city Council meeting:" If so, l can make arrangements to, bring them un thrOUgh the back door. This ww^c Old be helpful in keeping the, tww o groups separated prior to the council meeting. Thanks, Tho rnas Olson C'hicf' oa f' Police: Port Townsend Police l)ep artnient. 360-;531-4965 Sent from my iPhone 78 Beau Ohlgren, educator and facilitator, director at Quimper Unitarian Universalists Fellowship, emails Port Townsend Police Chief and City Manager John Mauro, a leaked private zoom call, whereby Amy makes a Joke about stickering the town. Click below to read email Police Chief Tom Olson, emails city manager John Mauro, concerned that Amy's group may put stickers up in town. So odd to me, NO CONCERN of Antifa, or threats made to us, no concern of our event being sabotaged or assaults, but a huge concern over possible stickers. I have lived in Port Townsend for over a decade. There are ALWAYS stickers downtown for various beliefs, events, music, or political affiliations. ...................................... ... a l:::: Uu....Hs&You: AN" dzW ..a"I U ...u.. tnZNoO/vuewA/?us :::::::shargn Full Thread hilt n Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom's security team, Alden Rohrer, messages Mayor David Faber and asks if he wants body armor that will hold a concealed gun, just like the one Libby Wennstrom will be wearing at the upcoming city council meeting. Faber is in blue. 79 :l, City Officials knew and gave permission for Libby's "crew" "team" as she called them, to be there that night. The city prejudiced Julie Jaman, Amy Sousa and all of us in attendance that night. The City knew they were staging against us, and conspired with them. 81 Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom had a security team right next to us at Amy Sousa's press conference. They coordinated our attack, at the request of the city council. Click Below for my full research on Libby Wennstrom, as a city representative, inciting hate against us, against Julie Jaman. tjpa//drhto go o.U..::.. U„U, .."fl...a..u:: , ;; ..g.U.u:::::U..U..r/j K48 m e-(G07u:::.�dmS /��uewA/?Us Former Jefferson County Judge sides with City We got "credible" threats that turned to real world violence incited by the city. Yet former Jefferson County Judge Jill Landes was at the YMCA protesting Julie's rights to protest. Easy to see where the real hate came from. They fear words from far away places, while we faced a mob, bullying, intimidation up close and personal. THEY are the ones that made and acted out Credible threats, we got a lifetime of injury and trauma. Our constitutional, civil and human rights shut down. They cry victim when they were the ones inflicting the violence, intimidating and bullying women. JIII Landes 2.png 12 Jill Landes 2.png Jill Landes 2.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER N/A VISIBILITY R.q—ter DOCUMENT DATE N/A UPLOAD DATE tl6(mbF23 REQUEST 2]_158 All DOCuments Chief Olson eMails City Manager and Provides Police Protection for ONE Group From: tolson@cityofpt.us To: JMauro@cityofpt.us Subject: Proclamation presentation Date: Friday, August 12, 2022 5:17:16 PM "John, I talked to Beau today and he said that you would be presenting him with the proclamation at the city council meeting. Would you like me to make arrangements so he and his entire group can be at the city Council meeting? If so, I can make arrangements to bring them in through the back door. This would be helpful in keeping the two groups separated prior to the council meeting. Thanks, Thomas Olson Chief of Police" Port Townsend Police Department Source click below hilt s:��drgve.c000Ue.com�fuUe�d�"B umUu:::)C°I...Osnu1�3�,d6OnCUd2l�oiliu::::::���uewr�r?us p _.........................................................,,,,,,,,................................................................................................................................................... p Why did the Chief of Police Thomas Olson and City Manager John Mauro Prejudice Julie Jaman and Amy Sousa, and those of us who spoke at her Press Conference? Why did Beau Ohlgren of Quimper Universalist Unitarian Fellowship get special treatment and the rest of us bullied, prejudiced, discriminated against? 83 Why did Chief of Police Tom Olson allow Hate Crimes committed against us, while he protected the City to seriously discriminate against so many community members while exalting special rights for one individual, Beah Ohlgren? Yet we see an Email from Port Townsend Police Officer Thomas Olson to City Manager John Mauro, 3 days before multiple Hate Crimes were committed against Women, Lesbians and Elders in the streets below this Proclamation Presentation. One PARTY had police protection and police escort and the others got beat in the streets, then gaslighted and bullied after by the City Council, Mayor, Chief of Police and thousands of community members online and in person in the streets, stories and parks. Why NOT Give Equal Protection Under the Law? Radical Violent Trans Rights activists Given Police Escort to have a voice at a city council meeting of which the rest of us were denied due process and equal rights under law and equal access to our Government Process? August 12th 2022 August 12th 2022 Amy Sousa announces the Julie Jaman Press Conference on Twitter "Amy E. Sousa, MA Depth Psychology @KnownHeretic In light of the events that happened at the YMCA in Port Townsend Washington where they banned an 80 year old woman for safeguarding children, we have decided to come together to show our support for Miss Julie Jaman. #LetJulieSwim" Click below for entire video irtt,p�i Houiru.boJOR"BBWru....0C hitt 83333408 "Mayor Deflects Backlash Over Men in Women's Showers at YMCA, Virtue Signals About Trans Rights Instead" Article by Ana Wolpin I Aug 12, 2022 "Dozens of citizens filled Port Townsend City Council chambers and joined by phone Monday night, August 1 st, to address the council about the banning of 80 -year-old resident Julie Jaman from the city's public swimming pool. The near -hour of emotional and often impassioned public comments underscored a deep cultural divide in the Port Townsend community." hitt ts.. backlash ..over ..men ...un...wom r : show r :::: y:vrtu :WtJ::trar:rgis.anstead/ .!p. , ; , ...about.e..p ...h 8/12/2022 Port Townsend Police chief Tom Olson Timeline of Events for this day. 1400 — Reviewed Special Event Permit Application from Amy Sousa. Highlights of request: 1522 — Left Amy Souza a voicemail asking her to call me back so we can discuss Monday's event. 1537 — Call WSP Lt. Bill Steen to discuss 1543 — Discussed 1816 — Received a call from Lt. Steen. 1830 — Receive a recording from Beau Ohlgren Quimper Fellowship of Amy Sousa's private zoom call for participants of the event, telling her group not to get arrested until after the event and that she would like to "sticker the fuck out of this town." She went on to say that civil disobedience was appropriate. 2044 — email update sent to city manager on Sousa audio and Heavily redacted source, click below htt s:��drlve. oo le..com/file/d/'B33v1:::�tlu�NxheO9Of70C5ex'Bub5hm u7l:::�N/vlewr ?us :::::::shaEiru p............................................................g...................0...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................g...................................................................................................1 �....................................................0 From: lwennstrom@cityofpt.us To: DFaber@cityofpt.us; JMauro@cityofpt.us Subject: Contact and referral to the GSBA for resources Date: Friday, August 12, 2022 Claims of Anti -Trans Movement Rebecca Horst t�p..::.H .�p.ve..,. oo le.com�fule�d�"B 1::: zfal:::) u1�K2u::::2r6 LV rcLVOwr�rkC JmnhN6...l../vlewr ?us :::::::shargn "80 -year-old banned from YMCA for transphobia" Article by Kirralie Smith "Binary spokeswoman, Kirralie Smith, said males should never have access to female change rooms or toilets. "It is unacceptable to allow men who appropriate womanhood to have access to women's spaces and services," she said. "It is horrid to think these men can undress, or watch little girls or old ladies undress, where they are vulnerable and have no other option. "Organizations that facilitate this should be ashamed, not full of `pride', at disregarding the needs of their female members." Click Below for Full Article htt s:wr�rwr�rwr�r.blrua or .au�80 ear old banned from mca for trams hobla p..........................................................................................................0...................................................................................................................................................................................................................Y...................................................................................................1p...................................... Woman, 80, banned from YMCA pool after clash with trans woman in locker room by DENISE WHITAKER I KOMO StaffFriday, August 12th 2022 htt sh ownertrans w oman lra locker..room:::2rashln ton state mountain yr eool ort townsend controvers elle ed... code of coraduc.....wrlolatloras ................................................................................................................................................................................. 85 August 13, 2022 I, Reverend Crystal Cox, noticed an Antifa Call to action against Amy Sousa's Press Conference on Twitter and let Amy Sousa Know. Amy then let Chief Tom Olson Know. He claimed he had it under control. Yet did not provide any separation of groups, knowing in advance we would be attacked. No fencing, no police standing between us. NOTHING. My records show that chief Tom Olson was notified of Antifa's call to action, on August, 12, 2022. Olson responded to Amy the next day, according to Port Townsend police chief Tom Olson's timeline of events and made note that he knew Antifa would be there. (School Board Bloc Protect Trans Kids) "8/13/2022 1649 — Called Amy Souza to discuss Special Events Permit Application. She stated the event was going to be a press conference with some speakers and then they were going to attend the city hall meeting. Discussed the need to work together for a safe event (staffing concerns and not engaging with the other group). During our conversation Souza provided (via email) a social media posting sent out by the group SchoolBoardBloc Protect Trans Kids. It was asking for people to attend the event as counter -protesters to Amy's rally. At some point in our conversation Souza expressed concern" The above quote is from Chief Tom Olson's "Lessons Learned" report. hlt a//drhtoc000Ue.00mZfHe/d/B rutuNxheO9Of79C ex1ub hqu��N/jew?us :::::::s.h.a�n ..........................................................................................�.................... .9 Amy Sousa eMail to Chief Tom Olson screenshot of Antifa Call to Action. Rory Bowman email to Chief Tom Olson to work on having a Peaceful Event. Keep in mind Olson assured Amy that the other groups planned to stay away. t� ...Hd.dv : oo Ue.00m�fuUe�d�"UdbeU::::::U U:::OV"Uoes4U G � Uvu wr�rwr�rkA 9UZ: by/vUewA/?us :::::::sharUn Amy Sousa press release discusses her letting the Port Townsend Police know that Antifa would be there and being assured the PTPD could handle it. "Port Townsend Police Ignored Intelligence Warning of Agitators with "Intent to Victimize" Women's Rights Group" "Seniors Concerned about Safeguarding at YMCA Assaulted by Antifa Members Armed with Pepper Spray, Batons and Firearms" "Despite pre -event assurances from Port Townsend Police Chief, Tom Olson that the group comprised primarily of seniors and sexual assault survivors would be kept apart from protesters, he watched from across the street while the women 2 were repeatedly assaulted by men who had penetrated a human chain they had formed to protect event speakers, even forcing their way between women's legs. Video footage shows Chief Olson smiling among a group of his officers when asked to intervene on active assaults. One officer said "Please let the folks there know that if they don't feel safe being there, they're free to leave." (Footage available.) Despite the presence of three law enforcement agencies on the scene, and multiple 911 calls, they did not intervene until the last quarter of the event. "I organized the Let Julie Swim event to create opportunities for women to express their safeguarding concerns about men in women's intimate spaces at the YMCA. I scheduled my event one hour before the City Council's meeting regarding Mayor Faber's proclamation to ensure we would have time to attend both events. Between local law enforcement's unwillingness to keep our volunteers safe from the hundreds of protesters in line outside of City Hall, and Mayor Faber's lack of respect for due process, none of us were able to have our Say." For Amy Sousa's full press release, Click Below. t�p..::.H .�p.ve..,, Amy Sousa' discusses how we were not let into the city council building, and that Chief Tom Olson lied saying it would be first come, first serve. hu sm wwwm outullr emcoiirn watclll v 'III III IIC IG O' o Mayor David Faber comments on Twitter, with O -School Board Bloc about the "fa" in Antifa David J. Faber r at hiue tip' in stland frau', i v,,(o'd(,,� (""? ) t [ a 11 Nie wa Iltl°.aseu`, Hop(:: thal. I- AntJta Our Port Townsend Mayor interacting with violent extremists days before they attacked a peaceful permitted event in Port Townsend, is unsettling at best. Faber knew they would be there, and no separation of groups was provided. I allege on purpose. August al 2022 Councilman Ben Thomas emails Port Townsend Resident Donn F Christianson Wants Donn's take on the "Y dustup". Donn wants to inflame, with a Trans flag Ban Thomas Think' f r tpnat tFioug ML l I.. nfig naw 1 1 " T a stet 'ly l rd an the't II r e pritdr '1 EvaitfP� And l ova, perso nally prefer' clarity over syurrbal ism. But r m7g ht be in the tninarity nthaC. fP you tfi7nk Chat wotuld be impo you miglt rggest 1, to tl ayor or the sly pager. I`i 7 ming they )It -gree with you_ 'I'o be clean; not w n4ing to fly the Ilag over a City building aloes not mean I'm not a ,Iii no s,ipp,rte, You dehavz my considering though about whether I'lil wrang about myi,nstir,u. Ioertalmlywoanlde,'I bnr.k It if wanted to do it, guess tl. farz,riat nor me_ tfat many of _-idem,—' lisee Mas walk t __aqn Arg,I- tl,t doem rm they're anti ,,, I want those people working with us or this. But, hmm, a lot to think about here. Thanks for bringing, up the thought. Aug 12, 2022' 1'1l02'.o4em Donn IF Christianson, Vou can now ,message and Gall each .,he, and see Info like Active Status and when yDLI'Ve read messatyes .Aug 12, fact 1r) at --Slam Donn IF Ch,i iarl3oro Be,,, I tlhpughi nfc,urs to me this momi ng. I'I 1'heprlde Slay ar the It,,, Pride flag an t already flyhleg t City hall Cams d Putting it up for Monday or the ` week is a matter of fart If they want to pvntest let them do it underneath a trans Pnd e Hag. Jun a thought. Thank you for tha ,,,v sr- the sthcr day. Aug 12, 20221022.51arn Be, Thomas Hi, Donn. I'm —sure if over- ime4 in real life, but I'm interested in your take on the Y dus5 up. fin p7l—myr to June.an,.,II p,m w, but l' J. to jet another pprsk Ovefrprn 50m P,he has a,rNally talked with hF ald— this. 11 you rises tine or itterct, I roach set, (360) 531-22'11 bLItadijsCDci1yo4jr1 is Aug 11, dolt t4A. odp",, Click below for original public record /...'JQU..u:::....r3fi;;. tN2oK4H:::)91 AKVCAUM m v Ub/vew?u :::::::,harping August al 2023 Port Townsend police chief Tom Olson message to city manager John Mauro. Olson says "I have no intention of a show of force". Chief Olson knew that others are coming in from outside areas. Yet no fencing, no protection measures. Olson said he communicated with both sides. Note here Olson knew Antifa would be there, in advance, plenty of time for fencing and a / or a couple police between the groups. Officer Titterness would later tell victim Jodi Wilke that the PTPD did not want to agitate the mob. t�p..::.Hd.dve.:, oo Ue.com�fuUe�d�"U "U 44 U40w� /U:::SOU:::)U �U 1Uz U:::) U::: U::: U::: U::::4 H USO/wJewr ?US :::::::shai August 14th 2023, Andy Pernsteiner Sheriffs office and Chief Tom Olson. Redacted „U, .."fl... .u:::. arin 1: "Tempest in a Y Pool" Article by Wanda Fuca hilt s:��raunshadoyr�rnouhyr�resi�.com���"B�i�em esti un a- ooU� Port Townsend activist Julia Cochran discusses with Port Townsend Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom, this is a "Proxy War". THEY declared war on us, we live here. Half of the speakers were Lesbians or Bi. There were Elders. This is Not Ok. Our Local Rights Should NOT be looked at as a "national issue". Julia Coclhirarne SUM turas, pIn por:k4igii tbeM Lip at 3:� 0. I it by wo nn'Ji iic't Libby werninistroim H'rrcm raacNaNng Omut t0 IFrcNlk to see fit can plia,* ralp my sHrt earpHe r.. i wH11 already be finmsrde by 4 Libby wernir7istrorru , _ ,, Jralja Coclhirarne Hr, i wwppll be at the Ipark next to ItCfitty F dies on Monday day tr�ic>rxm p-'530 to pass out ter shfirts. They are Ilrasws�cloWirtmall than expected ted rdaue to suplplly/prnrdm.uc�tlinrn issues and a very short t' me lima. IPmut they ghat the pradrat as rcross�H Ht you are tadxliragi park in the (Jty o~ murarrll ra-wetinsrp - 'prmsdcde or outside - pAease be liar ta:mraa,::h wsiith a g:pm OLJu) of Mends who are there= by text. So you cadH know where each othea are and can keep Pacdi anther saf . H wwullll stay out side City Hall Illi�wow strearxmrrmmpi. N.ama:mlking to borrow back' mwlpIbat e,6ea� HOir my phone. Stay sate, rernernber fts fis a Iprcmxy war. No change wwpllll happen at the le, in PT or y"w°asWngtcrma state. Tlhfis fis a natliaarmall agenda. David Eisenhour, husband of Jefferson County commissioner Heidi Eisenhour, labeling us and inciting hate. 11 David Eisenhour 2.pn DESCRIPTION FOLDER NIA. VISIBILITY Requester DOCUMENT DATE NIA UPLOAD DATE. 06/OWsa REQUEST 2'-1 SE All Documents Name Calling, Nauseated, Hate Inciting David Eisenhour, husband of Jefferson County Commissioner. Article was not "right wing" or a hit piece, it was written by a Liberal Feminist. They spread so much hate it directly translated as violence, intimidation, assault, injury. 11 David Eisenhour 1.png DESCRIPTION OLDER VISIB ILITV Requester DOCUMENT DATE NIA UPLOAD DATE REQUEST All D-1-1, �N J'.a D !.A Incident Action Plan for Auaust 15th 2022 Incident Plan for August 15th 2022. Briefing Format Written by Sergeant Stuart, Attested to by Chief Olson There were plans for an order to disperse signed by Chief Olson. Yet they let the mob at us. Officer Marc Titterness claimed they did not want to agitate the crowd. Port Townsend Police anticipated a RIOT and needing a Gas Mask and Ballistic Vest. Anticipated chemicals that could ignite and other "Hazmat" ignitable chemicals. Yet provided no separation of groups. for Amy Sousa's Press Conference. . PTPD anticipated Riot related This is from the Incident Action Plan 91 Click below for full document referred to above. „U, „"p,,,,,,,,.�,a,7�;1h, , Uazu:::. a3o Y�"u.....UsF' k...haC U2/0ewr�OU Morning of 15th Chief Olson claims it "appears" to be more than a press conference, further prejudicing our speaking event and right to due process. 8/15/2022 0718 — Received phone call from Capt. James Major WSP. 0731 —This event appears to be more than a press conference as stated by Souza and Bowman (Police Liaison for Souza). 1108 — Lt Steen called 1005 — Received call from Souza. She stated that her Bluetooth microphone or speaker system was not working and was looking for a power source. I referred her to the east side of the Cotton building because there was a power source on the outside of the building. She agreed to this location. She stated that she thought there would only be about 30-35 attendees for her press conference. Based on the intel I had received, I asked her to not gummy sticker the town and she agreed not to. 1330 — Met with Sergeant Greenspane and A/Sgt Stuart to discuss our final plan based on all intelligence, staffing, and resources that we had available to us. 1600 — Briefing with all PTPD, WSP, and JCSO personnel. Chief Olson did not make plans based on ALL intelligence. Click below for the source of above. hilt s:��drUve.0000Ue.com�fuUe�d�°B33�ru::: tUu NxheO0Of70C5ex1ub5hu u7u:::.��� Jewr ?us ::::::shargn p _ q...................................................................................................Ip....................................................0 August 15th 2022 "Gender Activists Don't Want Reform, They Want a Revolution. Revolutionaries keep moving their goalposts. Article by Barbara Kay hilt s:��wr�rwr�rwr�r.reaUUiU sUasiUsi�arad.com� euuder aci�UwrUsi�s donut want reform 2s::::::r utmca m aU ra osiU g.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. q p utm me6um::::::web August 15th 2022 Letter from WOLF attorney, Candice Jackson Esq To Port Townsend City Council, regarding the YMCA defamation and banning of Julie Jaman, and requesting that evidence be preserved. Source PDF Below Wuww,naw MI■orn AugwI5 2022 TO the Pon Te—nd City Counn, We i.Preseutt JUI. 11--n the 80 Year to Pon T-11n1d .", wc 1,9WW 1`11 YMCA 0 "len P, , h"W , Nituar'1h, — . red — I., yeonly to be ome,,,—, 1: talar, ..a, f th. 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WO demand that the City Council lake the following actions: 1) Direct the YMCA to post tactual signage in the Mountain View Pool facillitY describing that spaces designated for 'women' or "females' aree accessible based on each intlisIldual's "gender identity,' not based on sex: 2) Drect the YMCA to post notices visible to pat ons throughout the yMCA facility that any patron who expresses discomfort with the pohcy permitting access lo infirnate SP30es based an "gender identity" may request that staff provide a separate showering or changing TOOM, 3) Par the YMCA to preserve all evidence relating to YMCA's dergsjoin to exdiude Ms Jaman from, andlor 'ban" her from returning to, the YMCA prernis" or the Mountain View Pool, including but not firntted to' security carnera footage of Ms. Jannan, forms notes, memoranda, ernau9s, or other documents conce:mi,ng MS, Jaman, and copies of YMCA s�ignage, written policies, membership contj,3cts, notices, or cwnmu nicat ions since January 1, 2022; 4) Provide Ms Jannan, through her counsel the undersigned, with copies of all Complaint's wnte-ups, memoranda, of mmilsir documentation of any rules infractions the YMCA has ever Nodded against ms jaman, lop to and including through today's date, and 5) Provide Ms Jaman, through her counsel the undersl9ned, wirth notice as to the process and prroloodures avadablie to Ms. Jarman to challenge the verbal "ban' on returning to Mounfailn Vrew Pool imposed on her by the YIMCA on or about July 2d, 2'0722. V4, iook forward to your response to this letter within one week of today's date Since,felY Candice Jackson, Esq Ll'UpOr Aaams'Legat Director Page 2 Source PDF Click Below bt�p.�..Hd.dve,. F::�ubb1ox/vleMOUs :::::::s anno . ............ ......................... 93 August 15th 2022 "Why is this Man Allowed to Watch Girls Pee, Women Shower at the YMCA Pool? Meet Clementine Adams, a man" Article by Matt Osborne. .Ip..::.ffimr�r�r�r: the6 t r..c ...g.::. g �wr�rh�...us...iihus...0 au a...aUUowr�red...to...wr�rai�ch Mayor David Faber inciting hate and violence against us women of Port Townsend. Port Townsend Mayor David Faber knew that there was a "plan" for one side of the debate to consume city council, Deny Us Due Process in a town we live in. We had NO guns that night, Council Members had guns. I Clarke van Soest 1.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER N/A VISIB ILITV Requester DOCU ME NT DATE UPLOAD DATE REQUEST IF All D— vents 0 View Q Search 11 1 1 d7 1 95 Mayor Faber in Blue 92, 11 Clarke van Soest 3.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER. NIA VISIBILITY" Requester DOCUMENT DATE NIA UPLOAD DATE 06106123 REQUEST 25-1 79 ,II DO[Llnmients u � .0 :cif U 'M 11 Clarke van Soest 3.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER NIA VISIBILITY Requester DOCUMENT DATE N/A UPLOAD DATE ®6146!23 REQUEST 23 158 All Documents 0 View Q, Search 14 4 1........1 of 1 WA Mayor David Faber seriously prejudiced Julie Jaman and Amy Sousa and this led to a physical and emotional assault on all of us who attended Amy's press conference and tried to speak at city hall that night. Port Townsend Mayor David Faber, actively involved in the call to action, wants it kept quiet. Please tell her I am thinking of her. What about the Elder? What about Equality? MIR Amy Sousa was "the Snitch" to Fox. What? the story was internationally viral. Port Townsend Mayor Faber in Blue here, says "thankfully" us "assholes" "have the memories of a goldfish". They rage at us and they are somehow the victims. Clarke van Srest 4,png DESCRIPTION -OLDER MIA IISIDILIT( 'eq—ter DOCUMENT DATE MIA JPLOAD DATE 16/06123 ZE✓QIDEST 25-151? DaewT:aints • • Are you ok Poor Innocent Victim Mayor David Faber? We were assaulted, bullied, hit, intimidated. We have a lifetime of "nervous", of trauma, physical injuries, and fear of assault in our home town. Poor Faber was stressed for 36 hours. Clarke van Soest 4.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER N/A VISIBILITY Rete ues ter DOCUMENT DATE N/A UPLOAD DATE 06/05/23 REQUEST 23-936 All Documents q view 4 Search N A 1 a Having claimed prior that there were no death threats, now Faber claims there was "one". We were traumatized and threatened after far WORSE if we dare speak again in the "town square". Faber was "nervous". Now "sure footed". We, however, are not "sure footed". 100 0 Clarke van Soest 4.png DESCRIPTION FOLDER N/A VISIBILITY Req—tu DOCUMENT DATE NDA UPLOAD DATE: 06/06/23 REQUEST 11" ISP All Ducu -llts FP D Pt 101 August 14, 2022 Amy Sousa Press Release, with the Intention of Speaking at the City Council meeting of which we were denied access, denied due process. "Press Conference and Speakers Event for Banned Senior Swimmer, Julie Jaman" "Port Townsend, Washington - August 13, 2022: A senior YMCA member's objection to the presence of a male YMCA employee in the women's locker room, as well as the local mayor's support of said employee, has gone internationally viral. In response, internationally -recognized women's rights activist, Amy E. Sousa will hold a press conference and speakers event to support women and girls' right to single -sex designated facilities on August 15, 2022 in Port Townsend, Washington." "In response to Jaman's ban, Port Townsend Mayor David J. Faber issued a "Transgender Proclamation" in support of the YMCA, it's employee, and all other members of the "Transgender community." In doing so, he ignored the conflict between the organization's gender inclusive policy and the sex -based rights of the girls, Jaman, and other female members of the YMCA who are entitled to single -sex spaces. When Sousa tweeted her dissatisfaction with Mayor Faber's stance, he tweeted in response "Zoopity Boop." On Monday afternoon, Port Townsend's City Council will take public comment on Mayor Faber's "Transgender Proclamation," before and after which the public are invited to attend Sousa's event across the street, where they will have the opportunity to address the outpouring of criticism against Jaman and the local government's failure to adequately address this issue." Date: August 15, 2022 102 Time: Press conference begins at 5:30 p.m. PST. The City Council will take public comments at 6:00 p.m. PST after which Sousa's event will resume, offering anyone who was unable to speak the chance to do so. Location: Pope Marine Park in Port Townsend, across the street from Port Townsend City Hall at 250 Madison Street." Source and Full Press Release, Click below htt s:druve. oo le.com�"fuled1 uu5 u;;;;vu;;;;wu6oHmv3;CtIFIFBw20oaYIIrIFuvuewu ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,g,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,g,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,II,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, .. Amy, and all of us at Amy's Press Conference intended to speak at a city council meeting in a town we live in. We were denied access to the building, while sympathizers were given police escort into the meeting through a back door. Beau Ohlaren, Trans Activist, director at Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship incites hate and prejudice aaainst Amy over alleaed stickerina the may happen. From: JCTS. To: John Mauro Subject: Re: FYI Monday Meeting Date: Monday, August 15, 2022 Beau Ohlgren had emailed an out of context .40 second audio clip of Amy Sousa's private zoom meeting where Amy joked of stickering the F out of the town, in response to a question from someone attending the meeting. I attended the Zoom Meeting. Chief Tom Olson took it out of context and emailed city manager Mauro as to what the city will "tolerate". Clear prejudice. Click Below for the full email. hAp .;;.dd.d.,.::.. oo ue.cou u�fuue�d�� a of(V kSdw�rl B q Mx qAY a uD r O �vue r us :sha dun 103 August 15th 10:23 am Beau Ohlgren of Quimper Church in Port Townsend worked with Jefferson County Elected Official Commissioner Kate Dean to write a Proclamation for the County that encourages discrimination, prejudice, bullying, violence and hate crimes against ALL but ONE class of Jefferson County Resident. Beau Ohlgren of Quimper Unitarian Universalist Church in Port Townsend is contacted by County Commissioner Kate Dean to assist the county to draft a proclamation just as the city did, to protect one class, one group over all others. Here is a part of the Text Thread between Commissioner Kate Dean and Beau Ohlgren. 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The City and the County prejudiced all other nonprofits, churches and worked only with Quimper Unitarian Universalist Director Beau Ohlgren. hilt s://drgve.c000Ue.com/fuUe/d/"B SWOUu�20U1�rh4 uaoWfAv�::::�,NUA18ku::::CaAJWO/wtuewr ?u s fhacbg p_.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................p August 15th 2022 1 PM on the 15th. Port Townsend City Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom prepared for a Blood Bath, Knew the PT Police was NOT Prepared and were scrambling. 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Source of the Above Public Record, Click Below hilt L//drgve.ccccUe.ccm�fuUe�d�"Bduu� Uf a ��u Ju a eAsAu:::)2d� S O uO� UsCu........2... -/Lruew–AI us s-h–au r -I p _ ............................g August 15th 2022 at Proclamation Meeting City Council Comments from Emily. Those who clearly hated Julie Jaman were allowed in and to speak that night. hilt ir went whHe we are at Ueii uUu es.w.im..hi mU ........................................................................... August 15th 2022 "Why is this Man Allowed to Watch Girls Pee, Women Shower at the YMCA Pool? Meet Clementine Adams, a man" article by Matt Osborne it , s:��wr�rwr�rwr�r.i�hedusi�arBcema ,,,qu° &wryh - s.. Ns man aUUoWcd i�o..Watch 105 August 15th 2022 Councilwoman VVennstrom admits that the Port Townsend Police deliberately "blew this off for 10 days" and was not prepared. Libby admits her "crew" was ready. Councilwoman Libby VVennstrom had a concealed carry, gunshot trauma packs and body armor that night. Though she told members of the public in private messages that she had received no threats. �fat Cartwright Va,ughain GMGI I /,uq 11''A"Ijljj �Li by Wen nistrolim I'd rather have it and not need it. /,,I)q V, �"pljj �Li bby Wen nistrolim I now have d,.i mu�tOe gt,jrmshOt WOUnd trat,ima pack stashed 'In my COLJncill desk. Libby Wen nistrolim Whu g-,MeHy blew ths off fcrn- 10 days and are now s(-n,.imHngi to make PIXIS, whie the Iocak, who ch.), se(--l.,Nrity for 1drge BIM protests akeady had a cowiais team, radios, statiorp s, plans for vario�-,issc-ler�41rios and overwau-Ji, ri,iedics in fl -up bUiHngi and OUtside, etc, MMIMESSMEEM, PRR Response Palge 22 What are they doing/not doing? �Li bby Wen nistrolim Me too, I'm abm-it as prepped as, I can n,ie,whik-.h 'Is more than II can say for PTFID,. //QMq V, 11/fl�1,111 99 Pat CartwrigIht Vaughan Has nineeting started?'p can't get in, 'T -w webinar wlbeqih,-w shoirtly, IP'lease renlaill ml the pire. 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Libby W'ennstaro n Mostly f6endly crowd in rlhuw��� Here is my Report, Ethics Complaint regarding Port Townsend Councilwoman Libby Wennstrom. htt s:��drlve. oo le.com�fule�d�"B l:::)1::::::df Om ll.....11 ,l 1� 8?m et 0 BdimS3MeW?us :::: Slks rlrn Amy Rose Dubin public comment, "Support and Protection" ? why not for ALL? Diversity? but only for "them"? They delivered HATE, not us. They are NOT peaceful and nonviolent, we are. - Public Records, emails, city council 108 Fwam : ,uA!ubu;,301' " Tw uti.o; idm �ci i miry r+.,N,y vNr aPo�.�,.uus Suw 7WI uNro n Ind Pwwa i1.114n Jhc pnnjxjrtanw op'wpik rs 4n and accepw=e of wall Irra na n b6ngs i s, flie vifly �,radi. We aarnst uwwa aHcim' wkptHohc hate and disc uraninsation in o uw fives. Or, our IIIAVAL Pc°"Ialuaip puantc A and ulama-Vi011O l c10111(,fnS�rjfior°n is the aunh � ccej'[L aHe cw a, 1'o`rwtards ehauroP'L% Vote' Siircercdm Ani); Ro- c D ubhl The Proclamation While we are being assaulted, intimidated, bullied, threatened, robbed and denied access to this meeting, Port Townsend Mayor David Faber presents a Trans Rights Proclamation to Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship director Beau Ohlgren, who, along with entire group, was given a police escort in through a back door. .I ...-Hrn�u° ...P...:.clam/� 28a6ff:: gt....ot... ort...townsend... rocbaums...to... rotect...one ...cbass..htmU City Council Meeting, Proclamation Presentation. htt ::::::4 redurect::::::true h::::::800 fba'd 81 Qc5 7a4a0 beaa00'7909b 109 ... lgnsaender p:::�� Cityof o,,Ao"` TI mnsend PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the Williams Institute at the UCLA School of Law study found that transgender people tib and over are four times more likely to be crime victims than cisgender people; and WHEREAS, half of all transgendered people are sexually abused or assaulted during their lifetimes according to the US Department of Justice; and WHEREAS, PBS New Hour reported that 2021 was the deadliest year for transgendered people with a record number of transgender murder victims; and WHEREAS, the FBI reported that hate crimes against transgender and gender non- conforming people increased 587% between 2013 and 2019; and WHEREAS, the Williams Institute reports that 40% of transgender adults have attempted suicide inn their lifetimes and 30% of transgender youth have attempted suicide in the last year; and WHEREAS, Vanderbilt University found that transgendered people are 11 % less likely to have jobs than comparably situated cisgendered men; and WHEREAS, National Women's Law Center reports that transgender individuals are twice as likely to live in poverty as the general US population; and WHEREAS, despite the many obstacles, transgender people have contributed greatly to art, culture, and science, including Lynn Conway who revolutionized microchip design and Wendy Carlos who won three Grammy awards; WHEREAS, Washington state law protects the rights of transgender people to be free from discrimination and to enjoy all the privileges and protections granted to all people, including full enjoyment of public accommodations, employment, and participation in all aspects of civil life; NOW, THEREFORE, I, David J. Faber, Mayor of the City of Port Townsend, do hereby proclaim that the City of Port Townsend values our transgender residents and visitors and urges all residents and visitors to be respectful, welcoming, and kind to everyone regardless of gender identity. I further proclaim that discrimination and prejudice, in any form, especially against transgender people, are unwelcome and have no place in the City of Port Townsend. Public Comments sent in to Port Townsend City Council Dr. Mark Braverman Port Ludlow, in Support of Proclamation p mig comm� Sophie DeGroot In Support of YMCA u:::1u�b[Jc commelraii ......................................................................................................................... Charlene B. in Support of Women's Rights u:?. u�bUJc commeof ......................................................................................................................... 110 Deirdre Bourdet In Support of Proclamation pubiic comment 5 Anna Maria Wolf in Support of Mayor and Proclamation pubiic comment 0 Monica MickHager Port Townsend City Council KNEW Residents were being DENIED Equal Access to Public Process, Denied Equal Rights. She did NOTHING. htt counciU knew we were bean denied acces.htmU ........................................................................................................................... Amy Sousa describing her Port Townsend Press Conference August 15, 2022, in interview with Women's Declaration International (WDI) htt s:��wr�rwr�rwr�r. outube.com�wr�raiich'�v 2:kU i:::�i�O�o Written upon the Belief, Knowledge, Experience and Research of Reverend Crystal Cox Bringing Back Goddess Church, Port Townsend Public Benefit Corporation *Victims Advocacy *Lesbian Advocacy *Senior Support *Human Rights Advocacy *Community Support (per 501(c)(3) mission u. veren .c.r. y U a r I MaiU.com Coming Soon *Chronology of Amy Sousa Press Conference, Part TWO *After Press Conference Chronology, Part Three *Ryan Hariss Assault on a LEO, Officer Case Chronology *Alex French Assaults Case Chronology *Bjorn Maclochlainn Felon Assault Case Chronology *Lauren Green Assault Case Chronology *Felony Assaults Case Chronology *Video Directory including all Officer Cam Footage and Live Feeds 111 From: Toni Blanchard To: Carrie Hite; John Mauro; David Faber; publiccornrnentL6cityof tus Subject: Public Showers— Date: Friday, October 20, 2023 6:35:08 PM I haven't been following the Aquatic Center issue for a while, but, was very happy to read in the Penninsula paper that, one good reason Council did not approve the two plans presented, was because of the lack of public showers. This 'Healthier Together' initiative's purpose reads: ' Healthier Together ealthier Together To provide long-term infrastructure and opportunities for improvina community health and wellness by building on meeting the evolving needs o our communit . To reengage previous partners and the community to establish a health and wellness center with a modern aquatic's component. OR Our 2019 Community Health Assessment (Collaborated effort and expense our City participated in) indicated our demographic is unhealthy, of below average income, and in need of help to improve positive healthy opportunities for our community members. Since 201 those in need have grown. Public showers would certainly qualify as I meeting the evolving needs of our community'! It's hard to fathom spending over $30,000 and not addressing this universal human need. Community members being able to get clean is a #1 positive step for the physical and psychological health for anyone. People cannot get jobs if they can't clean up. People cannot feel good about themselves if they can't get clean or clean their children. It is not only the homeless who need access to showers, There are many living in 'compromised' housing/RV/boat situations, those with broken well pumps, those remodeling their bathrooms, etc. It seems a basic publ service that, of course, should be available - as it always has been throughout our whole country's small towns thanks to our YMCAs an YWCAs. I Please remember that the pool is the second half of this initiative - not th main purpose of it. I would hope the Aquatic Center, the City, the County whoever holds the power, to insist that whoever ends up managing this f aci I ity f unded by the people and grants given for the sake of 'health and wellness' include a public shower at no cost/low cost. One available for walk-ins and without membership needed. If we can figure out how to have a birthday party room for our children, w can figure out how to handle a public shower for our children. There IS a way. I Thank you, City Council for standing firm on this aspect of this facility. Joni Blanchard From: Eron Gera To: publiccomment 6citvofDt. us Cc: Joanna Sanders Subject: Comment for Council Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023 4:32:36 PM Attachments: magL001 n Letter to City Council 11 2 2023.odf Attached - thanks! Eron Eron Berg - he/him/his Executive Director Port of Port Townsend - 2701 Jefferson Street - Port Townsend, WA 98368 f .com a— - (360) 385-0656 (Office) - (360) 316-6013 (Cell) NOTICE: Emails sent to and from the Port are likely public records under Washington's Public Records Act, RCW 42.56, and may be subject to disclosure upon request. 2701 Jefferson Street P.O. Box 1180 Port Townsend, WA 98368 November 2, 2023 City Council City of Port Townsend 250 Madison Street, Suite 2 Port Townsend, WA 98368 RE: Thank you Dear Councilmembers: www.portofpt.com 360-385-0656 fax:360-385-3988 info(&portofpt.com At your regular business meeting two weeks ago, you took action on two items of particular interest to the port. I am writing today to thank you for taking those actions and to specifically acknowledge the effort and work of your staff in preparing those items for your consideration. The actions I am referencing are the adoption of Ordinance 3321 refining the Sims Gateway Development Plan and the expansion of uses in the M -11(B) zone for the Junior Officers' quarters at Point Hudson. Both of these actions are the culmination of much work by staff and will allow the port to advance projects that will utilize existing port properties to benefit the community. The update to the Sims Gateway Development Plan was a significant amount of work for city staff. John Mauro and Steve King invested much time and energy to staff a robust public engagement process that resulted in multiple recommendations to advance the proposed refinement. I know that the city team has more projects on the list than time to complete them and want you to know how much the port appreciates their work and your work on this issue. The same is true for John and Emma Bolin with the text amendment to allow the Junior Officers' quarters to be restored and used as it was originally built. This change will immediately result in port planning for a new HVAC system, windows, roofing, painting, refinishing and other system improvements that will allow that building to be rented out and result in its longevity being assured for another generation to appreciate. The port enjoys its close working relationship with the city, from council to staff, and particularly appreciate the time, attention and focus given to issues and requests that are import to our mission. We know that our successes are greatest when fulfilled in partnership — thank you for collaborating with the port. Sinc ely, Executive Director -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Are you brain dead? Date: 2023-11-04 15:29 From: parking20@forestgems.com To: Dfaber <dfaber@city ofpt.us> Appointed Mayor Faber and Council - No reply from Appointed Mayor Faber or Appointed Deputy Mayor Howard, Owen Rowe, or anyone regarding my "persuasive, articulate, and sound" concerns regarding corrupted city government and parking. I responded to Faber's question asking how business is negatively impacted by your very negative manipulations regarding parking, yet how overall business is up. I did give him and council the respect of an answer. Money is not earned "hand over fist" it is earned with very hard work 12 months a year with no paid 5 -week vacation. I know, if I had worked chickens, dogs, and Pee Wee Herman in Faber would have been all over it. The question of the day for Council and Mari at Main Street is "Do you think that sparkly white lights are more important to businesses than Fair Parking Facilitation and business access?" I am looking for persuasive, articulate, and sound replies. Ok, any reply. The reason this is on my mind today Saturday is that once again the Washington Hotel owner's truck is parked in front of my business, even over the line into the next space. There are of course others like him around. In the photo attached you also see Main Street's sparkly white lights that I have paid the electric bill for other's lights as well. A gesture of community. I will be pulling the plug and lighting only my own lights soon. Community is dead unless community is about pissing on some folk's legs and critiquing the "tone" they react with while people like Mauro and Mari are paid to spout superficial feel -good crap about community as they damage grow in numbers. If I were to call police today here is the drill. A nice officer might come by (might not) and say he doesn't know how long the truck has been there. He will say he will check back later. He will have other more important things to do and won't return. If he did and ticked the truck, the owner could easily say he was singled out and discriminated against because "everyone does it." A "persuasive, articulate, and sound" position. Plus, it's fun to piss on my leg, the "community" and that of the police. Also, you Faber and council although it seems you enjoy it. Takes all kinds. For some this is what community has become. This is well documented defunding of police services. Stuber past chief told a friend the money was withdrawn, and he was not allowed to enforce. Priorities. Choices. Damage. Denial of responsibility. I know city manager Mauro gives lots of lip service to community. Mauro is back from an all -expense paid vacation to meet other city managers according to the sewer newsletter. He speaks quite a bit about community. Did he discuss the Delphi technique to get desired "public input"? Did he tell the joke about spending 150k on a "study" that wasn't even about "his" town? Did he ask how many other city managers simply ignore parking even after an expensive "study" said it cost "community" millions? Did he tell of how easily he controls the city council? Did he have a good time on the taxpayer dime? Please start now all council members, Mari, and Mauro on a "persuasive, articulate, and sound" reply to the question "Are sparkly lights more important for business than parking access?" If you can't do so go look in the mirror and ask yourself what happened to you. Please read this with a cheerful and happy tone. Better yet, when you go to pay rent offer sparkly lights. Harvey Windle Forest Gems Since 1976 From: Emily Gustafson To: nubliccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: Please support a new pool! Date: Friday, November 3, 2023 2:11:27 PM I was at the City Council meeting a few weeks ago and was disappointed that the pool vote did not go forward. I have some thoughts on some of the issues that seemed to be sticking points for City Council members. One of the main objections seemed to be the lack of guaranteed shower access for those in need. This was disappointing to me as this was not a major discussion point of the community feedback sessions so it felt like they were trying to overturn the recommendations of the Thriving Together Stakeholder group, based on what seemed like a side agenda. I believe that if the Y was chosen as operator they would continue to offer shower passes to those in need but they will only do this if the user has a government photo ID and they run this through a sex offender database (they view this as non-negotiable as the showers are also used by kids and other vulnerable community members). Having a showering facility external to the rest of the facility that might not have this requirement presents other challenges, as the port and other entities have found out. I am all for finding a solution but NOT at the cost of a new pool. Another major objection was the orientation of the building. What was presented was not a final rendering. There is still plenty of room for input on this matter as the process moves along so a No vote based on this particular design would not be warranted in my opinion. The recommendation of the Thriving Together group was to go ahead with the pool but only add additional features such as a gym and fitness facility if funding allowed. I think it is a mistake to not plan for the larger facility from the beginning from a long term financial sustainability viewpoint. You cannot run a stand alone pool in a financially sustainable way. The city will end up continuing to lose money on this endeavor. A pool plus other facilities on the other hand can be financially sustainable over time. What happens when there is a financial shortfall in the city? Do they shutter the pool like Sequim had to, until the Y agreed to take over operations (which they agreed to because it was a pool plus gym facility so they knew they could run it without a loss)? One other hesitation seemed to be that the report on what it would cost to fix the current facility is not ready yet. Regardless of what it says exactly, it will conclude that multi million dollars are required to fix the old facility. We would still need a funding mechanism to figure out how to pay for it and then we are still stuck with our old inadequate pool. I would much rather pay 2 Pennie's on $10 in sales tax to have a legacy project that would actually meet the needs of our families! Please support this project, even if every question is not perfectly answered yet! My view is, please, let's not cut off our nose to spite our face, and vote YES! Thanks for your time and consideration of this matter. Emily Gustafson Port Townsend PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL CONSENT AGENDA November 6, 2023 A. Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants: Vouchers 615 through 615 in the amount of $310.50. Vouchers 173171 through 173258 in the amount of $464,518.84 Electronic Fund Transfers in the amount of $101,806.15 B. Approval of Minutes: September 25, 2023, October 2, 2023 C. Appointments/Reappointments: Fair Board, Historic Preservation Committee D. Minor Housekeeping Revisions to be Adopted per PTMS Code 1.01.015(c) in Ordinance 3323, to Fix Errors in Exhibits B and G E. Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Group Up Road Construction Inc, for Subgrade Treatment and Paving as Well as Other Miscellaneous Expenses not to Exceed $65,000 F. Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Interlocal Agreement with the Jefferson County Noxious Weed Control Board for an Additional Three Years of Weed Control Services. G. Public Infrastructure Fund Grant Application for Evans Vista Action: Move to adopt the consent agenda or request to remove any individual item from the consent agenda. (Short statements or easily resolved questions are appropriate without removing item from the consent agenda). DRAFT CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 The Port Townsend City Council met in a Special Session on the 25th day of September 2023 in Council Chambers at 540 Water Street. Mayor David Faber called the meeting to order at 6:OOpm. Councilmembers present at roll call were David Faber, Amy Howard, Monica MickHager, Aislinn Palmer, Owen Rowe, Ben Thomas, and Libby Wennstrom. Staff members present were Parks and Recreation Strategy Director Carrie Hite, City Manager John Mauro, Communications and Marketing Manager Shelly Leavens, Public Works Director Steve King, and City Clerk Alyssa Rodrigues . NEW BUSINESS Golf Course Decision Parks and Recreation Strategy Director Carrie Hite and Groundswell Landscape Architecture Principal Chris Jones presented the Golf Course Decision which included the details of Phase 1: 2024, Phase 2: 2025-2029, Phase 3: 2030-2034, and Phase 4. 2035-2045. In response to Council's clarifying questions staff and consultant explained number of townhouses vs. apartment buildings not being set yet, public restrooms, Golf Course lease next steps, wiggle room within phases, negotiation process, amount of 24/7 access trails, ADA compliant trails, trail on hole 5, and basis for timing of phasing. Public Comment: Musa spoke about the Golf Course. Forest Shomer spoke about the Golf Course. Eli Amerson spoke about the Golf Course. Erik Jones, Recyclery representative spoke about the Golf Course. September 25, 2023 Special Session City Council Business Meeting Page 1 of 3 DRAFT Bob DeWeese spoke about the Golf Course. Gabe Van Lelyveld spoke about the Golf Course. In response to Public Comment staff explained prairie expansion, lighting in trails, ADA accessible trails, and expense of Golf Course restoration. Discussion ensued around previous discussions of future of Golf Course, losing faith in plans, importance of equity in park resources, nonprofit, playground, public restrooms, smallest amount of city money used as possible, not tying future City Council hands, possible future affordable housing, Recyclery, trail grade, lease for restaurant with nonprofit, compromise, something everyone is proud of, social media, policy decision, and ending an adversarial relationship. Discussion continued around Recyclery lease, non -golf uses, appreciation for staff and consultant, motivated community members, something the community is proud of, equity or parks, represented democracy, high level concept, operations for staff, Dark Sky City, deed restrictions in relation to housing, better space as a community, plan addressing a lot of concerns, master planning, partnering with nonprofit, community asset, community room, represented vs. direct democracy, compromise by addition, future potential housing, limiting lighting, RCO grants in other areas of town, leverage capital dollars for RCO grants, prairie expansion in regards to contract, and timeline for potential housing moved to Phase 3. Discussion continued around restaurant sublease, subleasing, reverter clause, idea of phasing plan, moving holes 5 and 6, metrics in contract, attainable housing timing and process, operator and capital planning, pocket playgrounds, amount and location of trails, extending housing down closer to San Juan, timing of lease, official name of nonprofit entity, providing resources and help to nonprofit, master plan, setting expectations on both sides, grant for playground, more activities for youth, specifics listed in phasing, time sharing, community access, no pesticides, move to completely organic, city not involved in irrigation, minimum of one day, macro list, reporting, strong support for as much community access as possible, financial sustainability, contract will come back to Council, importance of general access, 100 year celebration, and park administrative rules. Motion: David Faber moved direct staff to negotiate contract terms based upon the phasing and access plan and Council discussions on September 18, 2023 and September 25, 2023 with the Friends of Port Townsend Public Golf Park and bring a draft contract back to City Council by November of 2023. Aislinn Palmer seconded. Discussion ensued around the name Port Townsend Public Golf Park being the working name. Mayor Faber withdrew his motion. September 25, 2023 Special Session City Council Business Meeting Page 2 of 3 DRAFT Motion: David Faber moved to approve direct staff to negotiate contract terms based upon the phasing and access plan and Council discussions on September 18, 2023 and September 25, 2023 with the Friends of Port Townsend Public Golf Park or other entity name and bring a draft contract back to City Council by November of 2023. Aislinn Palmer seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. Transportation Benefit District Fact Sheet Mr. Mauro and Communications and Marketing Manager Shelly Leavens explained the Transportation Benefit District Fact Sheet which included format, purpose, location, numerical error, and upcoming Finance and Budget Council Committee. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:25pm. Attest: Alyssa Rodrigues City Clerk September 25, 2023 Special Session City Council Business Meeting Page 3 of 3 DRAFT CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING OF OCTOBER 2, 2023 CALL TO ORDER/ PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Port Townsend City Council met in a Regular Session on the 2nd day of October 2023 in Council Chambers at 540 Water Street. Mayor David Faber called the meeting to order at 6:08pm. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were David Faber, Amy Howard, Aislinn Palmer, Owen Rowe, Ben Thomas, and Libby Wennstrom with Monica MickHager excused. Staff members present were City Attorney Heidi Greenwood , Planning and Community Development Director Emma Bolin , Long Range Planner Adrian Smith, Public Works Director Steve King , and City Clerk Alyssa Rodrigues. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA There were no changes to the agenda. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Arbor Day Proclamation Mayor Faber presented the Arbor Day Proclamation to Parks, Recreation, Trees, and Trails Advisory Board Chair Debbie Jahnke. Banned Books Week Mayor Faber presented the Banned Books Week Proclamation to Library Director Melody Sky -Weaver, Library Manager -Public and Technical Services Keith Darrock, and Library Manager- Youth and Outreach Services Emily Bufford. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mayor Faber announced City Manager John Mauro's City Manager's Report is attached to packet. Discussion ensued around the link to the Healthier Together report located on the website. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC October 2, 2023 City Council Business Meeting Page 1 of 6 DRAFT Public comment City Staff Response There was no public comment. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants Approval of Minutes: August 21, 2023, August 28, 2023, September 5, 2023 Appointments/Reappointments: Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Authorize Agreements for a City Council Chambers Upgrade in an Amount Not to Exceed $80,000, including Justice Audio Visual Solutions and Granicus Upgrade Contracts Authorizing the City Manager to execute all contracts necessary to complete the Library Restroom Remodel Project. Resolution 23-049 Related to Personnel, Adopting Classification Schedules for Represented and Non- Represented Employees Motion: Aislinn Palmer moved to approve the consent agenda. Amy Howard seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING Ordinance 3321 Related to Clarifying and Refining the Sims Gateway Development Plan and Amending the Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan Mayor Faber reviewed the Public Hearing Rules of Procedures. Planning and Community Development Director Emma Bolin, Long -Range Planner Adrian Smith, and Public Works Director Steve King presented Ordinance 3321 Related to Clarifying and Refining the Sims Gateway Development Plan and Amending the Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan which included purpose of Ordinance, Planning Commission presentation, omission of 2023 Sims Gateway Amendment, staff recommendation of continuing Public Hearing until October 16, turning previous PowerPoint into planned amendment, no gaps between Gateway Development, Development Review Codes, Comprehensive Plan, history of power lines/boat yard/trees conflict, stakeholder group purpose and process, plan amendment incorporating work, public open house, joint meeting with Port/PUD/City Council, approved implementing a design concept, and each body's responsibility. October 2, 2023 City Council Business Meeting Page 2 of 6 DRAFT Public Comment: There were no written materials submitted. There was no public comment. In response to Council's clarifying questions staff explained how it is currently working update from PUD, PUD undergrounding plans update, PIF funding, planting plan, replacement of tree funding, Parks Funding, sprouts, and Planning Commission July 12 PowerPoint. Public Comment: Rick Jahnke spoke about Audubon contracting with North American Salmon Coalition to cut down sprouts in park. Mayor Faber closed the public testimony portion of the Hearing. Motion: Amy Howard moved to postpone to October 16. 0 seconded. Deputy Mayor Howard withdrew her motion. Motion: Amy Howard moved to approve first reading of Ordinance 3321 Related to Clarifying and Refining the Sims Gateway Development Plan and Amending the Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan. Aislinn Palmer seconded. Discussion ensued around clarity of what a no vote would mean, leaving a Public Hearing open, still needing there to be a second vote, and seeing full amendment. Mayor Faber stated the record and hearing will be open until closed during business meeting on Monday, October 16, 2023. Motion: Amy Howard moved to continue the Public Hearing until October 16, 2023. Libby Wennstrom seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote. Ordinance 3322 Related to the Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments and Amending the Comprehensive Plan Official Zoning Map, The Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan Chapter 4 Land Use and Appendix 6 The Rainier Street and Upper Sims Way Subarea Plan and Ordinance 3323 Amending Port Townsend Municipal Code Sections 17.12 Establishing of Zoning Districts, 17.16 Residential Zoning Districts, 17.18 Mixed Use Zoning Districts, 17.22 Marine Related and Manufacturing Zoning Districts, 17.31 Rainier Street/Upper Sims Way Subarea, and 17.44 Commercial and Mixed Use Architectural and Site Design Standards Mayor Faber reviewed the Public Hearing Rules of Procedures. Planning and Community Development Director Emma Bolin and Long Range Planner Adrian Smith presented the 2023 Amendments to the Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations which included Outline, Amendment Decision Criteria, LUP23-010 Port of Port Townsend, LUP23-011 Ready Athletics, LUP23-013 Dove House Advocacy and Services, LUP 23-013 Dove House Proposed Rezone from C-1 to C-I(MU): Permitted Uses if Rezoned, LUP23-013 Dove House: Permitted Uses if Rezoned, LUP23-013 Dove House: Conditional Uses if Rezoned, LUP23-013 Dove House: Disallowed Uses if Rezoned, LUP23-045 City Initiated Amendments, LUP23- 045, Resolution Authorizing City Initiated Amendments, Height: Current Definition, October 2, 2023 City Council Business Meeting Page 3 of 6 Height: Proposed Exceptions from the Port Angeles Definition, Parking, Proposed R-I\PRAFT Amendments, Proposed R -IV Maximum Density Increase, R -IV Lot Coverage, Proposed M/C(S) Amendments, Proposed M/C Subarea Changes, Proposed C-I/MU Amendments, C-I/MU Proposed Height Example, Proposed C-I/MU: Height in Context, Current C-I/MU FloorArea Ratio, Mixed Use Form Requirements: Current C-I/MU FloorArea Ratio Example, and Proposed C-1/MU FloorArea Ratio. The presentation continued with Mixed Use Form Requirements: Proposed C-I/MU FloorArea Ratio Example, Proposed C-II/MU Amendments, Current C-11/MU Floor Area Ratio for Commercial Only, Current C-II/MU FloorArea Ratio for Residential and Commercial, Mixed Use Form Requirements: Current C-II/MU FloorArea Ratio Example, Mixed Use Form Requirements: Proposed C-II/MU No FloorArea Ratio, Mixed Use Form Requirements: Proposed C-II/MU No FloorArea Ratio Example, C- II/MU Proposed Height Example, Proposed C-II/MU Height in Context, LUP23-045: Total Allowable Residential Units, Cumulative Impacts of All Proposed Amendments, and Bibliography. Public Comment: There were no written materials submitted. There was no public comment. In response to Council's clarifying question staff explained Dove House and C- II(MU), pg. 13 should say would "not" be permitted if the property was rezoned to C- I(MU), Recovery Cafe, food service in mixed use, list of existing 72ft buildings, Marine Bluff, context, small town character, critical mass for small commercial space, elevator requirements, building code triggers to go above 40ft, RFP process, allowable in C-I(MU), C-II(MU) FloorArea Ratio (FAR), folding the C-1 uses in C- I(MU), eliminating height restrictions from 72ft to 40-50ft, roof gardens/patios, current floor levels, commercial floor size, and parking requirements. Public Comment: Scott Walker spoke about parking requirements. Rick Jahnke spoke about Planning Commission and changing parking requirements to parking recommendations. Mayor Faber closed the public testimony portion of the Hearing. Discussion ensued around keeping the hearing open for more public input, October 16 meeting agenda, Planning Commission Public Hearing, site specific amendments vs. city proposed amendments, timeline per code, not limiting height restrictions near R-11, eliminating FAR, removing Euclidian zoning, maximum lot size requirements, not going far enough, getting rid of parking requirements and going to recommended, feedback from Planning Commission about 72ft height, social cohesion in tall building, human scale, Right of Way separation, San Juan corner, remove entirely for C-I(MU), reducing vehicle use, sea level rise, agenda bill wording, waiving Council Rules, eliminating step down, and drawing and heights on current buildings. Motion: Aislinn Palmer moved to approve first reading of Ordinance 3322 Related to the Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments and Amending the Comprehensive Plan Official Zoning Map, The Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan Chapter 4 Land Use and Appendix 6 The Rainier Street and Upper Sims Way Subarea Plan. Owen Rowe seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote. October 2, 2023 City Council Business Meeting Page 4 of 6 DRAFT Motion: Aislinn Palmer moved to approve first reading of Ordinance 3323 Amending Port Townsend Municipal Code Sections 17.12 Establishing of Zoning Districts, 17.16 Residential Zoning Districts, 17.18 Mixed Use Zoning Districts, 17.22 Marine Related and Manufacturing Zoning Districts, 17.31 Rainier Street/Upper Sims Way Subarea, and 17.44 Commercial and Mixed Use Architectural and Site Design Standards with recommended changes. Amy Howard seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote. Mayor Faber stated the record and hearing will be open until closed during business meeting on Monday, October 16, 2023. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (NONE) NEW BUSINESS 2024 Revenue Estimates and Department Budget Requests Finance and Technology Services Director Connie Anderson presented the 2024 Budget Estimated Revenues and Department Expenditure Requests which included Overview, Remember the Work: Coordinating Efforts & Timescales, 2023 Estimated Fund Summary DRAFT, 2024 Revenue Estimates, 2024 Department Requests, 2024 Estimated Budget Fund Summary DRAFT, Department Operational Requests General Fund, Department Operational Requests Water/Sewer Utility Fund, Budget Schedule: Preparing the 2024 Budget, Revenue Considerations, and Expense Considerations Investing in Tools & People. Public Comment: There was no public comment. Discussion ensued around Real Estate Excise Tax and Lodging Tax forecasting. PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT Mayor Faber provided the Presiding Officers Report which included Port 100th Anniversary Celebration, October 9 Tour and Special Meeting, Indigenous Peoples Day Proclamation, and Library 110th Birthday Party. SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT OR FUTURE AGENDA, REGULAR MEETING AND/OR STUDY SESSION Discussion ensued around October 9 Joint Meeting with Planning Commission and Library Birthday Party date. October 2, 2023 City Council Business Meeting Page 5 of 6 COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL DRAFT There were no comments from Council. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:51 pm. Attest: Alyssa Rodrigues City Clerk October 2, 2023 City Council Business Meeting Page 6 of 6 Agenda Bill AB23-248 "'Yof port��°;��Meeting Date: November 6, 2023 n�q�;,z��� Agenda Item: VII.0 ® Regular Business Meeting Townsen ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Submitted By: Mayor Faber Date Submitted: November 2, 2023 Department: Mayor Contact Phone: 379-2980 SUBJECT: 1) Appointment of Council member Ben Thomas to the Fair Board. City Representative position is not delineated. 2) Reappointment of Monica Mader (Position 3, Term Expires May 1, 2026) to the Historic Preservation Committee. CATEGORY: BUDGET IMPACT: n/a ❑x Consent ❑ Resolution Expenditure Amount: $ ❑ Staff Report ❑ Ordinance Included in Budget? Yes ❑ No ❑ ❑ Contract Approval ❑ Other: ❑ Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) ❑ 3 -Year Strategic Plan: N/A Cost Allocation Fund: 010-011 GF - Mayor & Council SUMMARY STATEMENT: The Mayor is recommending the following appointments: 1) Appointment of Council member Ben Thomas to the Fair Board. City Representative position is not delineated. 2) Reappointment of Monica Mader (Position 3, Term Expires May 1, 2026) to the Historic Preservation Committee. ATTACHMENTS: Citizen Advisory Boards, Commissions, Task Forces, Committees & Subcommittees Current Rosters CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/A RECOMMENDED ACTION: If adopted as part of the Consent Agenda, no further action is needed; this effectively represents unanimous approval of the appointments. ALTERNATIVES: ❑ Take No Action ❑ Refer to Committee ❑ Refer to Staff ❑ Postpone Action ❑x Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑ Other: 111y (f port Townsen Submitted By: Adrian Smith Department: PCD Agenda Bill AB23-249 Meeting Date: November 6, 2023 Agenda Item: VII. D ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Date Submitted: 10/27/23 Contact Phone: 360-379-4423 SUBJECT: Approval of Minor Housekeeping Revisions to be Adopted per Port Townsend Municipal Code 1.01.015(c) in Ordinance 3323, to fix errors in exhibits B and G CATEGORY: BUDGET IMPACT: ❑x Consent ❑ Resolution Expenditure Amount: $0 ❑ Staff Report ❑ Ordinance Included in Budget? Yes ❑ No ❑ ❑ Contract Approval ❑ Other: Discussion Item ❑ Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) ❑ 3 -Year Strategic Plan: N/A Cost Allocation Fund: Choose an item, . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Port Townsend Municipal Code 1.01.015 allows the City Manager together with the City Clerk to correct a specified list of scriveners' errors in ordinances when codifying the ordinances. The changes must be reported to the City Council who will approve them as part of the consent agenda. Pursuant to PTMC 1.01.015, when codifying Ordinances 3323 staff identified the following changes. On October 16, 2023, City Council approved Ordinance 3323 Implementing Annual Amendments to the Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan and Amending Port Townsend Municipal Code Chapters 17.12, 17.16, 17.18, 17.22, 17.31, and 17.44. The staff presentation, discussion, and exhibits were internally consistent except for Exhibit B and Exhibit G. Exhibit B listed a lower density increase in the mixed use zones than was written in the other exhibits and supported by the Planning Commission, City Council, and staff. The lower density was an artifact from an early edition of the proposed amendments. It should have been edited to match the higher increased density listed elsewhere in the ordinance. • Exhibit G includes changes to the floor area ratio of neighborhood commercial mixed use zones. The floor area ratio described in staff presentations and with the support of the Planning Commission and staff was an increase from 3 square feet of floor area to one square foot of lot area. A typo in the adopted ordinance listed 4 square feet of floor area per 1 square foot of lot area. Staff proposes amending Ordinance 3323 to rectify these errors. As adopted, these exhibits would prevent developing the full increased housing density in the mixed use zones. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Ordinance 3323 Revised Exhibit B PTMC Section 17.12.020 2. Ordinance 3323 Revised Exhibit G PTMC Table 17.18.030 RECOMMENDED ACTION: If adopted as part of the Consent Agenda, no further action is needed; this effectively represents unanimous approval of Minor Housekeeping Revisions to be Adopted per Port Townsend Municipal Code 1.01.015(c) in Ordinance 3323. ALTERNATIVES: ❑ Take No Action ❑ Refer to Committee ❑x Refer to Staff ❑x Postpone Action ❑x Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑ Other: Revised Exhibit B PTMC Section 17.12.020 Establishment of Districts The city of Port Townsend shall be divided into zoning districts that are consistent with and implement the Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan. The following districts are hereby established: Zone Description R -I Low Density Single -Family R-11 Medium Density Single -Family R-111 Medium Density Multifamily R -IV High Density Multifamily C-I/MU C-II/MU C-1 C-11 C-II(H) C -III C -IV M/C M-1 M -I I(A) (Boat Haven) M-II(B) (Point Hudson) M -III P/OS(A) P/OS(B) W Neighborhood Serving Mixed Use Center Community Serving Mixed Use Center Neighborhood Commercial General Commercial Hospital Commercial Historic Commercial Regional Commercial Mixed Light Manufacturing and Commercial Light Manufacturing Marine -Related Uses Marine -Related Uses Heavy Manufacturing Existing Park and Open Space Mixed Public/Infrastructure/Open Space Public/Infrastructure Maximum Density 4 d.u. per 40,000 s.f. area 8 d.u. per 40,000 s.f. area 24 bedrooms per 40,000 s.f. area 40-bedreems 48 units per 40,000 s.f. area 4-6-80 d.u. per 40,000 s.f. area 2-4 100 d.u. per 40,000 s.f. area Revised Exhibit G Table 17.18.030 Mixed Use Zoning Districts — Bulk, Dimensional and Density Requirements DISTRICT C-I/MU C-II/MU Rows 1-6 STET 49 60 feet and as specified 72 feet except: {a.}2 by PTMC 17.46.080 MAXIMUM BUILDING 0 feet if HEIGHT the development has no residential use component and as specified by PTMC 17.46.080 MINIMUM COMMERCIAL 40 foot eF 70 Of fFORt giroNGRe 25% of the lot area AREA REQUIREMENT width WhinheVeF is greate BUILDING FRONT G - ALONG PRIMARY STREET FRONTAGE 25% of the lot area 2-3 sf of gross floor area per All -commercial developments 1 sf of lot (i.e., no residential component): 0.25 sf of gross floor area per 1 sf of lot area. Mixed-commercial/residential developments: None 4 hase MAXIMUM FLOOR AREA RATIO MINIMUM CLEAR CEILING 12 feet if structure is two or 12 feet if structure is two or HEIGHT more stories more stories Rows 10-14 STET MAXIMUM HOUSING 8046 1002-4 DENSITY (units per 40,000 square foot area) (2,590 sf of let area � rcr � (1,666 sf ef let area per-� Row 16-17 STET *Excluding storage areas which are incidental and subordinate to the commercial Ordinance No. 3323 AN AMENDMENT TO AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, CORRECTING SCRIVENERS ERRORS IN ORDIANCE 3323 AND AMENDING PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 17.12 AND 17.18 WHEREAS, the City of Port Townsend accepts Land Use Code Text Revision applications annually in accordance with the Growth Management Act and RCW 36.70A.130; WHEREAS, on October 16, 2023, the Port Townsend City Council adopted Ordinance 3323 Implementing Annual Amendments to the Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan and Amending Port Townsend Municipal Code Chapters 17.12, 17.16, 17.18, 17.22, 17.3 1, and 17.44; WHEREAS, staff review determined that there are scrivener errors in exhibits B and G of Ordinance 3323; WHEREAS, Port Townsend Municipal Code 1.01.015 allows the City Manager together with the City Clerk to correct a specified list of scriveners' errors in ordinances when codifying the ordinances. WHEREAS, the list of changes must be reported to the City Council who will approve them as part of the consent agenda; NOW, THEREFORE, THE City Council of the City of Port Townsend ordains as follows: Section 2. Amendment. Port Townsend Municipal Code Section 17.12.020 is amended in substantially the same form as set forth in Revised Exhibit B Port Townsend Municipal Code Section 17.18.030 Table is amended in substantially the same form as set forth in Revised Exhibit G Section 2. Completion of the Annual Amendments Docket. The Port Townsend 2023 annual cycle to amend the comprehensive plan and development regulations is complete and closed. Section 3. Severability. If any sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase or work of this ordinance. Section 4. Transmittal to Department of Commerce. The City Clerk shall transmit a copy of the Ordinance to the State Department of Commerce (DOC) within ten (10) days of adoption of this ordinance. Section 5. Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in Chapter 1.01.015 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code, staff and the Code Reviser are authorized to update and incorporate changes adopted in the Port Townsend Municipal Code. Staff and the Code Reviser are further authorized to make non -substantive edits related to numbering, grammar, spelling, and formatting consistent with this Ordinance. Section 6. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force five days following its publication in the manner provided by law. ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Port Townsend, Washington at a regular meeting thereof, held this 6 I of November, 2023. David J. Faber Mayor Attest: Approved as to form: Revised Exhibit B PTMC Section 17.12.020 Establishment of Districts The city of Port Townsend shall be divided into zoning districts that are consistent with and implement the Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan. The following districts are hereby established: Zone Description Maximum Density R -I Low Density Single -Family 4 d.u. per 40,000 s.f. area R -II Medium Density Single -Family 8 d.u. per 40,000 s.f. area R -III Medium Density Multifamily 24 bedrooms per 40,000 s.f. area R -IV High Density Multifamily 40 bed-eem 48 units per 40,000 s.f. area C-I/MU Neighborhood Serving Mixed Use Center 480 d.u. per 40,000 s.f. area C-II/MU Community Serving Mixed Use Center 24 100 d.u. per 40,000 s.f. area C -I Neighborhood Commercial C -II General Commercial C-II(H) Hospital Commercial C -III Historic Commercial C -IV Regional Commercial M/C Mixed Light Manufacturing and Commercial M -I Light Manufacturing M-II(A) (Boat Haven) Marine -Related Uses M-II(B) (Point Hudson) Marine -Related Uses M -III Heavy Manufacturing P/OS(A) Existing Park and Open Space P/OS(B) Mixed Public/Infrastructure/Open Space P -I Public/Infrastructure Revised Exhibit G Table 17.18.030 Mixed Use Zoning Districts — Bulk, Dimensional and Density Requirements DISTRICT C-I/MU C-II/MU Rows 1-6 STET 40 60 feet and as specified by X72 feet except: (a` 2 stories, PTMC 17.46.080 r to 4 n foot ,: it4i inn foot of MAXIMUM BUILDING ; er{kr}40 feet if the HEIGHT development has no residential use component and as specified by PTMC 17.46.080 MINIMUM COMMERCIAL ° Nene 25% of the lot area AREA REQUIREMENT width, whiehever- is gr -ea BUILDING FRONT ALONG (1NG DDI a n nv STD�r F ONT n G 25% of the lot area 3 sf of gross floor area per 1 All -commercial developments sf of lot (i.e., no residential component): 0.25 sf of gross floor area per 1 sf of lot area. Mixed-commercial/residential developments: None ase MAXIMUM FLOOR AREA floor- area ratio of 0.25 sf of RATIO area, �,»itis a , ntis of 1 s f of gross floor- ar-ea e ofr-esidential , e r to a- Fl, afea ai ef2 - !et area for too r eet as a .. MINIMUM CLEAR CEILING 12 feet if structure is two or 12 feet if structure is two or HEIGHT more stories more stories Rows 10-14 STET MAXIMUM HOUSING 804-6 100 ')4 DENSITY (units per 40,000 square foot area) (1,666 sf of lot nit, Row 16-17 STET *Excluding storage areas which are incidental and subordinate to the commercial 111y (f port Townsen Agenda Bill AB 23-250 Meeting Date: November 6, 2023 Agenda Item: VILE ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Submitted By: Steve King, PW Director Date Submitted: October 25, 2023 Department: Public Works - Streets Contact Phone: 360-379-5090 SUBJECT: Authorization for contracting for street rehabilitation test section on Lawrence Street CATEGORY: ❑x Consent ❑ Resolution ❑x Staff Report ❑ Ordinance Contract Approval ❑ Other: BUDGET IMPACT: Expenditure Amount: $65,000 Included in Budget? Yes ❑x No ❑ Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) 3 -Year Strategic Plan: 4 - Ensure sustainable future for public services and facilities Cost Allocation Fund: 110 Street SUMMARY STATEMENT: In the 2023 street budget staff has recommended doing a test section of approximately 150'x22' of subgrade treatment on Lawrence ST which includes grinding existing asphalt, grading, and compacting along with portland cement treatment to stabilize the base in preparation of paving. The test section is recommended from Benton ST heading towards Calhoun ST where pavement is pushing significantly. The purpose of doing a test section is to determine whether or not there is a lower cost treatment to repairing streets like Lawrence compared to traditional complete reconstruction which is very costly. Cement treated base combined with full depth reclamation could prove to be cost effective and have the least disruption to the traveling public. Some of the subsurface soils in Port Townsend are especially poor for road construction. Cement treated base is a way to modify the top 6-12 inches of soil to make a suitable base for pavement. Staff has met with a Washington based company who has performed a lot of work in the northwest successfully. If this demonstration project is successful, then staff will plan rehabilitation of additional streets based on funding levels. Illustrates pavement shoving/pushing Machinery grinds pavement and mixes in cement to create a stable pavement base. Pavement follows preparation of base. In the approved 2023 budget, $60,000 was the estimated cost for this work, we are requesting and additional $5,000 for contingency, which will be added to the 2023 supplemental budget if necessary. By approval of the consent agenda, the City Manager is authorized to award and sign a public works contract for the 2023 subgrade treatment and paving of Lawrence ST from Benton ST (150'x22') heading towards Calhoun ST. ATTACHMENTS: N/A CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/A RECOMMENDED ACTION: If adopted as part of the Consent Agenda, no further action is needed; this effectively represents unanimous approval of authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Ground Up Road Construction Inc, for subgrade treatment and paving as well as other miscellaneous expenses not to exceed $65,000. ALTERNATIVES: ❑x Take No Action ❑ Refer to Committee ❑ Refer to Staff ❑ Postpone Action ❑x Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑ Other: 111y (f port Townsen Agenda Bill AB23-251 Meeting Date: November 6, 2023 Agenda Item: VII. F ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Submitted By: Michael Todd, Facilities and Parks Manager and Steve King, PW Director Department: Public Works Date Submitted: October 27, 2023 Contact Phone: (360) 379-5081 SUBJECT: Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Interlocal Agreement with the Jefferson County Noxious Weed Control Board for an additional three years of weed control services. CATEGORY: ❑x Consent ❑ Resolution Staff Report ❑ Ordinance Contract Approval ❑ Other: BUDGET IMPACT: N/A Expenditure Amount: $5,000 2024 Included in Budget? Yes ❑x No ❑x Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) 3 -Year Strategic Plan: 4 - Ensure sustainable future for public services and facilities Cost Allocation Fund: 199 Community Services SUMMARY STATEMENT: For the last 10 + years, the City of Port Townsend has partnered with the Jefferson County Noxious Weed Control Board to help with the control of noxious weeds on City owned properties and rights-of-way. The primary noxious weed control target is Poison Hemlock and Scotch Broom. The City's contribution of $5,000 annually from the Street Fund and the Parks Fund, will be matched by the Weed Board with an additional $5,000 annually. The Weed Board uses volunteers and paid staff to leverage these resources to provide a good value for this effort. The Weed Board and its crew are also well trained to address weed control with minimal herbicide use. Most of their efforts utilize manual removal techniques and when herbicides are used, they are aquatic safe and applied through injection or painting of the stump or stem instead of spraying. In 2023 the JCNWCB elected Sophie DeGroot to lead the program as the new Weed Board Coordinator. The focus areas are typically along Landes, Kearney, Hastings, Discovery Rd, perimeter of the Golf Course, and other small focal points in the City trail network. The 2024 budget includes $3,000 from the Streets fund and $2,000 from the Parks fund. The Weed Board is asking for a three-year commitment from the City for efficiency, as well as to make headway on the noxious weed problems. Controlling noxious weeds is an ongoing effort. Staff recommends the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary agreements with the Jefferson County Noxious Weed Control Board. ATTACHMENTS: CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/A RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: If adopted as part of the Consent Agenda, no further action is needed; this effectively represents unanimous approval to authorize the City Manager to execute the Interlocal Agreement with the Jefferson County Noxious Weed Control Board for an additional three years of weed control services. Not to exceed $5,000.00 ALTERNATIVES: ❑x Take No Action ❑x Refer to Committee ❑x Refer to Staff ❑x Postpone Action ❑x Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑ Other: 111y (f port Townsen Submitted By: Steve King, Public Works Director; Emma Bolin, PCD Director Department: Public Works Agenda Bill AB23-252 Meeting Date: November 6, 2023 Agenda Item: VII. G ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Date Submitted: November 2, 2023 Contact Phone: 360-379-5090 SUBJECT: Support for the submittal of a Public Infrastructure Fund grant application for Evans Vista CATEGORY: ❑ Consent Staff Report BUDGET IMPACT: N/A ❑ Resolution Expenditure Amount: $ ❑ Ordinance Included in Budget? Yes ❑ No ❑ Contract Approval ❑x Other: Motion Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) 3 -Year Strategic Plan: 3 - Establish systems to support diverse housing options Cost Allocation Fund: Choose an item, . SUMMARY STATEMENT: The City of Port Townsend is finishing up the Master Planning process for the new Evans Vista Neighborhood. This neighborhood is intended to provide affordable, attainable, and workforce housing. The master planning results illustrate that investment by the City and procurement of grant funds increase the number of units that can be affordable. In other words, increased subsidy results in increased affordability or the number of units available that meet goals of being affordable to households earning 80% of the Area Median Income or lower. The City anticipates issuing an RFP for housing developers as soon as the master planning process is complete. More information about this community effort to improve housing access is available on the City's website at I�rot� s://cliff of �.us/en a e �/ a e/evans....vlis�a....l�ousliir� ....devello ment....masteu lan p,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,p,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,g,,,,,,,,,,,g,,,,,,,,,,,,p,,,,,,,,,,,p,,,,,,,,,,,g,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,g,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,p,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,p,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,. Throughout the process of working with stakeholders, the message of providing public infrastructure has been heard loud and clear as necessary to improve feasibility of the project for both a profit developer delivering market rate units or a non-profit delivering affordable units. Given the project needs funding to initiate development that balances simultaneous co -development of mixed income units, the City can assist by identifying funding opportunities for some of the infrastructure that will enhance responsiveness to a future request for proposals. Additionally, applications for funding have already been made through the Department of Commerce CHIP program for water utility and stormwater infrastructure. City staff is recommending an application for funding for street extension into the site that would serve the first phase of the development. Phase one is recommended as a starting point for the development located at the existing end of Evans Vista Street. The Public Infrastructure Fund grant program is administered by Jefferson County. This grant program is intended to support economic development through the construction of infrastructure. Since housing availability for workforce is a critical element to success in economic development, the Evans Vista project goals fit well given the median income in the area. Many people in Port Townsend and East Jefferson County are experiencing displacement due to increased housing prices. This displacement is a critical issue to the economic well-being of the region as well as the livability and quality of life for those who work here. As the region sees accelerated displacement of employees to outlying areas, the labor market moves away from Port Townsend. Staff recommends City Council authorize submittal of a Public Infrastructure Fund grant application in an amount of approximately $400,000 to support public infrastructure for the purpose of increasing housing supply attainable to the workforce in the Evans Vista neighborhood. ATTACHMENTS: none CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/A RECOMMENDED ACTION: If adopted as part of the Consent Agenda, no further action is needed; this effectively represents unanimous approval of support for the submittal of a Public Infrastructure Fund grant application for Evans Vista ALTERNATIVES: ❑x Take No Action ❑ Refer to Committee ❑x Refer to Staff ❑ Postpone Action ❑ Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑ Other: 111y (f port Townsen Submitted By: Heidi Greenwood, Emma Bolin, and Steve King Agenda Bill AB23-253 Meeting Date: October 16, 2023 Agenda Item: VIII.A ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Date Submitted: October 10, 2023 Department: City Attorney, Director of Contact Phone: 360-379-5048 Planning and Community Development, and Director of Public Works SUBJECT: Resolution 23-053 Declaring Property to be Surplus to the City's Needs and Authorizing the City Manager to Dispose of the Property CATEGORY: ❑ Consent Staff Report BUDGET IMPACT: ❑x Resolution Expenditure Amount (2023): $0 ❑ Ordinance Included in Budget? Yes ❑ No ❑x Contract Approval ❑ Other: Discussion Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) 3 -Year Strategic Plan: 1 - Build small town quality of life Cost Allocation Fund: SUMMARY STATEMENT: As part of the disposition of the Cherry Street project, Staff recommended that the City Council redo the surplus hearing that was originally held in 2017. Redoing the hearing will allow Council to clarify several issues: What, if any, conditions will be a part of the property sale and what to do with the sale proceeds. The 2017 property surplus resolution authorized a sale for a "nominal amount" and that the property be rented to persons that meet the criteria of "very low-income or low-income." It further ratified a purchase and sale agreement with Homeward Bound. It also referenced Resolution 05-039 that states that any net proceeds from the property are designated for golf course capital improvements. The options previously discussed for the Cherry Street property include: A. continue on the current path to find an affordable housing provider to complete the project; B. sell the property and building on the market with pricing geared toward middle income households; C. sell the property and building with no affordable housing requirements, but require maximum density; D. sell the property and building with no restrictions; or E. demolish the building, create two lots, and sell each lot; F. demolish the building and retain the property. Council previously expressed interest in options C (maximum density) and D (no restrictions). Staff recommends that Council find the property surplus to the City's needs and not suitable for affordable housing citing ten findings and six conclusions. Staff also recommends that Council authorize the City Manager to dispose of the property for fair market value based on the previously completed appraisal. Staff recommends few, if any, conditions on the sale of the property beyond retaining easements for utilities. Council has discussed the possibility of requiring maximum density, but staff recommends maximizing the profits in order to provide more affordable housing at the Evans Vista site. Additionally, staff is concerned about the amount of staff time needed to enforce any restriction requiring a maximum density. Finally, staff recommends setting aside the proceeds of the sale for the future development of the Evans Vista property. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Resolution 23-053 2. Resolution 22-038 3. Resolution 17-021 4. Resolution 05-039 CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/A RECOMMENDED ACTION: Move to approve Resolution 23-053 Declaring Property to be Surplus to the City's Needs and Authorizing the City Manager to Dispose of the Property ALTERNATIVES: ❑x Take No Action ❑x Refer to Committee ❑x Refer to Staff ❑x Postpone Action ❑x Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑ Other: Resolution 23-053 Page 1 of 3 RESOLUTION NO. 23-053 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, DECLARING PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS TO THE CITY'S NEEDS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DISPOSE OF THE PROPERTY WHEREAS, the City of Port Townsend ("City") owns vacant property located in the 100 block of Cherry Street (Portions of Tax Parcel 001024075) ; and, WHEREAS, the City Council, in Resolution 09-035, designated this property as being suitable for affordable housing purposes under Chapter 3.44 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code ("PTMC"). This Resolution was modified by Resolution 10-024, which added two properties to the inventory and imposed a requirement that units constructed on all properties so designated remain affordable for at least 40 years; and, WHEREAS, Resolution 11-018 directed the City Manager to "work with owners and possibly providers to reconfigure Cherry Street to establish buildable lots for affordable housing, subject to final Council approval on agreements and configuration"; and, WHEREAS, in Resolution 17-021, the City Council declared the property surplus and directed the City Manager to sell the property for a nominal sum to Homeward Bound dba Olympic Housing Trust who would develop the site, together with an existing apartment building moved onto the site, into affordable housing for lower income persons; and WHEREAS, Homeward Bound was unable to complete the project and returned the property to the City; and WHEREAS, the City has been unable to locate another affordable housing provider to complete the project; and WHEREAS, PTMC 3.44.030, 3.44.040, and 3.44.050 set forth the process for declaring property designated as suitable for affordable housing purposes as surplus and, if declared surplus, for disposition of that property; and, WHEREAS, as required by PTMC 3.44.040, the City issued a notice of a public hearing on the proposal to surplus the property, which hearing was conducted on November 6, 2023. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Port Townsend as follows: Section 1. Having conducted a public hearing as required by PTMC 3.44.040, the Council adopts the following findings and conclusions based on the non-exclusive criteria in PTMC 3.44.030. Resolution 23-053 Page 2 of 3 Findings: 1. The property is identified in the City's Non -Motorized Transportation Plan as having a pedestrian shortcut along the west boundary. Because that part of the property is covered in vegetation, no existing path exists there. Utilities on the property are noted as part of the inventory in the Water Systems Plan and the Wastewater Comprehensive Plan, but the property has not otherwise been identified in any other comprehensive or functional plan. (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(a)). 2. The City Manager and City department heads have reviewed the property and state that, subject to retaining easements for access and utilities, the property is not needed for transportation, utility, stormwater, habitat, open space and recreation, or other city purpose. (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(b)). 3. The only restraint on the property is that Resolution 05-039 states that net proceeds from the sale of the property are designated for the golf course capital improvement program. (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(c)). 4. The Council finds that the net future value of the property is not greater than would be reasonably expected through fund returns (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(d)). 5.The Council finds that return on investment would be not greater through management of the property as opposed to disposing of it as proposed (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(e)). 6. Assuming a for-profit buyer, the City can anticipate greater tax revenue if the property is returned to the property tax rolls and developed (3.44.030A(3)(f)). 7. Council has previously designated this property as being suitable for affordable housing purposes (Resolution 09-035) and has previously directed the City Manager to work with owners and providers to configure the property for affordable housing. The City Manager has been unable to locate a suitable housing provider; therefore, the Council determines that this property is not suitable for affordable housing at this time. (Criteria 3.44.030A(4)). 8. The City published notice of the public hearing on October 25, 2023, which complies with the notice requirements of PTMC 3.44.040B and C. 9. Based on information from a qualified appraiser, the estimated fair market value of the property is between $600,000 and $700,000. 10. The City Manager recommends that Council declare this property as surplus. Conclusions: 1. PTMC 3.44.030A(3) states that the criteria are non-exclusive. Therefore, Council concludes that it can weigh certain criteria more favorably than others, and that the proposal does not have to meet all the criteria for Council to approve it. 2. Based on Finding 1, Council concludes that the absence of a current path through the property means that the "shortcut" identified in the Non -Motorized Plan is not critical to the Resolution 23-053 Page 3 of 3 City's trail system. 3. Based on Finding 2, Council concludes that, provided easements remain in place for existing and reasonably -anticipated access and utilities, the property is not needed for any City purpose. 4. Based on Findings 3, 4, 5 and 6, Council concludes that the financial implication of surplus of the property and disposing of it could increase the City's anticipated budget. The property does not produce income now, and the possible benefit of a market -rate sale would free up money for other affordable housing projects. 5. Based on all the adopted Findings, Council concludes that there is no potential future use or other compelling reason to retain this property. 6. PTMC 3.44.040E requires that the City Council state the terms and conditions for the actual disposition of the property. It further states that "the property shall not be sold for less than the property's appraised value. Section 2. Based on the Findings and Conclusions set out in this Resolution, the City Council declares that the City -owned property located in the 100 block of Cherry Street (Portions of Tax Parcels 001024075 is surplus to the City's needs. Section 3. As provided for in PTMC 3.44.050B, the City Manager is authorized and directed to dispose of the property by sale for fair market value. The disposal shall retain easements for public utilities over the property. Section 4. Council further directs that proceeds from any sale be used for the provision of affordable housing at the City's Evans Vista property or to pay down the bond the City sold for the Cherry Street project. ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Port Townsend at a special meeting thereof, held this 6th day of November 2023. Attest: Alyssa Rodrigues City Clerk David J. Faber Mayor Approved as to form: Heidi Greenwood City Attorney Resolution 22-038 RESOLUTION NO. 22-038 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH ANY CONSULTANTS NEEDED IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $20,000 TO PREPARE THE CHERRY STREET PROPERTY FOR SALE WHEREAS, the Cherry Street project has idled for over five -years as housing providers have attempted to rehabilitate the project for affordable housing without success; and WHEREAS, the Cherry Street project has been the subject of vandalism; and WHEREAS, on August 8, 2022, the City Council considered the future of the Cherry Street project and indicated a preference of selling the project as is or with a requirement for maximum density; and WHEREAS, in order to market the property, the encroachments on the property title must be cleared, and a shovel -ready project with secured entitlements and infrastructure will perform better; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Port Townsend the City Manager is authorized to execute agreements with any consultants needed to prepare the Cherry Street property for sale and to explore the marketing options in an amount not to exceed $20,000. ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Port Townsend at a regular meeting thereof, held this 19th day of September 2022. 1 a�l� ._ .... � ................. _................ David J e° Mayor Attest: Al)proi,ed as to form: Alyssa Rodrigues ll"Attorney od City Clerk C Resolution 17-021 Page 1 of 3 RESOLUTION NO. 17-021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, RELATED TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING AT THE CITY'S CHERRY STREET PROPERTIES; DECLARING PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS TO THE CITY'S NEEDS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DISPOSE OF THE PROPERTY WHEREAS, the City of Port Townsend ("City") owns vacant property located in the 100 block of Cherry Street (Portions of Tax Parcels 001024075 and 001023005); and, WHEREAS, the City Council, in Resolution 09-035, designated this property as being suitable for affordable housing purposes under Chapter 3.44 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code ("PTMC"). This Resolution was modified by Resolution 10-024, which added two properties to the inventory and imposed a requirement that units constructed on all properties so designated remain affordable for at least 40 years; and, WHEREAS, Resolution 11-018 directed the City Manager to "work with owners and possibly providers to reconfigure Cherry Street to establish buildable lots for affordable housing, subject to final Council approval on agreements and configuration"; and, WHEREAS, Homeward Bound dba Olympic Housing Trust ("the Trust") is in negotiations with a property owner in Canada to acquire a four-plex building that could be placed on the Cherry Street property. They have a contract with Nickel Brothers, Housing Moving USA, Inc. and Nickel Brothers House Moving, Ltd., for the purchase, move, and delivery of this building to Port Townsend in mid-May 2017; and, WHEREAS, the Trust is currently seeking institutional and private funding for this project, but has not secured all its financing; and, WHEREAS, PTMC 3.44.030, 3.44.040, and 3.44.050 set forth the process for declaring property designated as suitable for affordable housing purposes as surplus and, if declared surplus, for disposition of that property; and, WHEREAS, at a Special Meeting held on April 24, 2017, the Council adopted Resolution 17-019, which authorized the City Manager to allow preliminary site work on the property and to execute loan agreements with the Trust; and, WHEREAS, as required by PTMC 3.44.040, the City issued a notice of a public hearing on the proposal to surplus the property, which hearing was conducted on May 8, 2017. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Port Townsend as follows: Section 1. Having conducted a public hearing as required by PTMC 3.44.040, the Council adopts the following findings and conclusions based on the non-exclusive criteria in PTMC 3.44.030. Resolution 17-021 Page 2 of 3 Findings: 1. The property is identified in the City's Non -Motorized Transportation Plan as having a pedestrian shortcut along the west boundary. Because that part of the property is covered in vegetation, no existing path exists there. Utilities on the property are noted as part of the inventory in the Water Systems Plan and the Wastewater Comprehensive Plan, but the property has not otherwise been identified in any other comprehensive or functional plan. (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(a)). 2. The City Manager and City department heads have reviewed the property and state that, subject to retaining easements for access and utilities, the property is not needed for transportation, utility, stormwater, habitat, open space and recreation, or other city purpose. (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(b)). 3. The only restraint on the property is that Resolution 05-039 states that net proceeds from the sale of the property are designated for the golf course capital improvement program,. (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(c)). 4. Because the recommended action is to convey this property to a non-profit housing trust, staff has not done an analysis regarding whether future value of the property is greater than would be reasonably expected through fund returns (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(d)) or whether return on investment would be greater through management of the property as opposed to disposing of it as proposed (Criteria 3.44.030A(3)(e)). Because the property will be transferred to a non-profit housing agency, there is no anticipated tax impact (3.44.030A(3)(f)). 5. Council has previously designated this property as being suitable for affordable housing purposes (Resolution 09-035) and has previously directed the City Manager to work with owners and providers to configure the property for affordable housing. (Criteria 3.44.030A(4)). 6. The City published notice of the public hearing on April 26, 2017, which complies with the notice requirements of PTMC 3.44.040B and C. 7. Based on information from the Jefferson County Assessor, the estimated fair market value of the property is between $500,000 and $600,000. 8. The City Manager recommends that Council declare this property as surplus. Additionally, the City Manager requests authorization to sell this property to Homeward Bound dba Olympic Housing Trust for $1 in order to support the City's Comprehensive Plan and meet the purpose and intent of the affordable housing provisions of Chapter 3.44 PTMC. Conclusions: 1. PTMC 3.44.030A(3) states that the criteria are non-exclusive. Therefore, Council concludes that it can weigh certain criteria more favorably than others, and that the proposal does not have to meet all the criteria for Council to approve it. 2. Based on Finding 1, Council concludes that the absence of a current path through the property means that the "shortcut" identified in the Non -Motorized Plan is not critical to the Resolution 17-021 Page 3 of 3 City's trail system. 3. Based on Finding 2, Council concludes that, provided deed restrictions remain in place for existing and reasonably -anticipated access and utilities, the property is not needed for any City purpose. 4. Based on Findings 3, 4, and 5, Council concludes that the financial implication of surplus of the property and disposing of it to a non-profit housing trust would have little or no impact on the City's anticipated budget. The property does not produce income now, and the possible benefit of a market -rate sale to the golf course is overridden by the overall benefit to the City of providing a location for affordable housing. 5. Based on all the adopted Findings, Council concludes that there is no potential future use or other compelling reason to retain this property. 6. PTMC 3.44.040E allows the Council to approve a sale without an appraisal if it determines that the value received will be of equal or greater value. That value may include "intangible values," including goals and policies of the City's functional and subarea plans, and provisions for other public health, safety, and welfare benefits to the City. Council concludes that the intangible value of supporting the City's affordable housing goals justifies accepting the Assessor's estimate without requiring a full appraisal and further justifies disposing of this property for less than the full market value. Section 2. Based on the Findings and Conclusions set out in this Resolution, the City Council declares that the City -owned property located in the 100 block of Cherry Street (Portions of Tax Parcels 001024075 and 001023005) is surplus to the City's needs. Section 3. As provided for in PTMC 3.44.050B, the City Manager is authorized and directed to dispose of the property by sale for a nominal amount. The disposal shall retain easements for public utilities over the property. Additionally, any conveyances will require that the property be rented to persons that meet the criteria as very low-income or low-income households. The City Manager is further authorized to sign all documents or take any other administrative actions consistent with this Resolution. Council ratifies and confirms the Purchase and Sale Agreement signed by the City Manager and Homeward Bound on May 4, 2017. ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Port Townsend at a special meeting thereof, held this 8th day of May 2017. Deborah S r meson.:. +✓ Mayor Attest: Joanna Sanders, CMC City Clerk Approved as to form: Steven L. Gross City Attorney RESOL A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, DESIGNATING NET PROCEI SALE OF ADJACENT PROP] ON NO. 05-039 TY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT PPROVING A GOLF COURSE LEASE AND S FROM THE GOLF COURSE LEASE AND TY TO GOLF COURSE IMPROVEMENTS WHEREAS, the GolfCours Task Force Report (November, 2004) recommends the City take steps to improve the go f course, enhance its attractiveness, and make it the best nine -hale course in Western Wa hington, and recommends continuation of the present management structure where the course is ]eased to a professional operator, with preference given to the present lesse Mike Early Golf Shops, Inc.; and. WHEREAS, the Golf Cours Task Force Report (November, 2004) recommends that capital improvements are neede and recommends that the City designate a capital improvement fund comprising net ds to the City from golf course operations and from the sale of adjacent "excess" (not ne ded for golf course) property; and WHEREAS, as recommend d by the Golf Course Task Force Report, the City Council determines it appropriate to approve the proposed lease with the Mike Early Golf Shops, Inc., and to designate a capi 1 fund comprising net funds to the City from golf course operations and from the sale f adjacent "excess" (not needed for golf course) property, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Port Townsend as follows: 1. The City Manager is authorized Ito execute a 10 -year lease (plus 5 year option) for the golf course with Mike Early Golf Shops, Inc., on terms contained in the draft Lease Agreement presented to the Cit Council at its September 19, 2005 meeting; and 2. The City Council designates the net proceeds from the golf course lease and the sale of adjacent property (identified t the Task Force Report) to golf course capital improvements. Proceeds shout be placed in a golf course capital improvement account for this purpose. Coun it reserves the right to determine appropriate uses of the proceeds for golf course improvements. ADOPTED by the City meeting thereof, held this ninet Attest: Pamela Kolacy, CMC, City of the City of Port Townsend at a regular day of September, 2005. Catharine Robinson, Mayor Approved as to form: John P. Watts, City Attorney Resolution 05-039 From: Phili To: nu b1iccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: Cherry St Property Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 12:23:41 PM CAUTION: External Email Dear Mayor and city council members; I am writing to strongly encourage the city to keep the Cherry Street property on a path to provide affordable housing for the citizens of Port Townsend. There are many ways this could be achieved including giving local co -housing groups the option of developing a community on the site. Selling the property to a private developer will not meet the pressing need that our community has for housing that is affordable for working people and families. Please keep the long term housing needs of all the residents of our city in mind when planning the future of this public asset. Regards Philip Sewell From: Jacouie 6eaubien To: publiccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: Cherry St. property CoHousing development Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 2:15:35 PM Dear Mayor and city council members; I am writing to strongly encourage the city to keep the Cherry Street property on a path to provide affordable housing for the citizens of Port Townsend. There are many ways this could be achieved including giving local co -housing groups the option of developing a community on the site. Selling the property to a private developer will not meet the pressing need that our community has for housing that is affordable for working people and families. Please keep the long-term housing needs of all the residents of our city in mind when planning the future of this public asset. Regards Jacquie Beaubien Jacquie Beaubien, EdD (she/her) Educators' Wheelhouse, LLC iacquiebeaubien.com Educators' Wheelhouse (resource hub) From: lea To: nubliccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: Cherry St. property CoHousing development Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 2:56:21 PM Greetings, As you know the problem with affordable housing in Port Townsend, I am hoping you understand the importance of keeping lands for sale for this purpose and not for the developers to come and make expensive homes that the most of "us"cannot afford. Please, keep the land on Cherry Street open for affordable housing. A group of us are looking for land to build co -housing and if such lands go to developers, this town will be gone for the people that keep this town going. Sincerely, Lea Richardson Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone From: Suzanne Schreiner To: publiccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: Cherry St. property CoHousing development Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 3:52:58 PM Mayor and City Council Members As you know, the housing crisis affects all of Washington, but the Puget Sound area is suffering most acutely. If the Cherry Point property is simply sold to the highest bidder, then unaffordable housing is essentially guaranteed. So, the question is, does Port Townsend want to be an enclave reserved for the wealthy? If land can be purchased at a reasonable cost, alternatives like cohousing can offer a lower- cost option working-class people, who are now being denied. Please look to the future of Port Townsend and choose an equitable, inclusive community. Thank you. Suzanne Schreiner From: Cinnamon Harrinoton To: nu bliccommentCcitvofot.us Subject: Cherry Street property Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 12:58:11 PM Dear Mayor and city council members - I am writing to ask for the city to give consideration for the Cherry Street property to be a candidate for development by a local CoHousing group. As I understand it, the City is interested in prioritizing affordable housing and this could be one such opportunity. If the property is sold to a private developer, it seems it will go down the path of most other properties in Port Townsend and the surrounding area - destined to be out of the price range of many average Jefferson county citizens. Please keep an open mind about the exciting possibility of this land benefiting many people, rather than just a few. Thank you for your time - -Cinnamon Harrington 111y (f port Townsen Agenda Bill AB23-254 Meeting Date: November 6, 2023 Agenda Item: X.A ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Submitted By: Carrie Hite, Director of Parks Strategy Date Submitted: November 1, 2023 Departments: Administrative Contact Phone: 360-379-2979 SUBJECT: City Council give direction on overarching principles for Port Townsend Golf Course Lease CATEGORY: BUDGET IMPACT: $ ❑ Consent ❑ Resolution Expenditure Amount: ❑x Staff Report ❑ Ordinance ❑ Contract Approval ❑x Other: ❑ Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) ❑ 3 -Year Strategic Plan: N/A Cost Allocation Fund: Choose an item, . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Included in Budget? Yes ❑ No ❑x On September 25, 2023, the City Council directed staff to negotiate a lease with the Friends of the Port Townsend Golf Park ("The Friends") for operations and public access of the land operating as a Golf Course. In our negotiations, there have been four themes emerging: environmental sustainability, economic viability, inclusive public access, and transparency. In the process of negotiations, and so there are no surprises in the lease, it would be helpful if City Council can give staff direction on some of the main principles of the lease. The main principles include - 1 . nclude:1. Operate the golf Park in an environmentally sustainable manner. 2. Operate the Golf Park in a financially sustainable manner. 3. Improve and operate a 9 -hole golf course. 4. Define lease term length. 5. Increase access for the general public. 6. Incorporate trails for a n -s and a -w connection, possible perimeter trails. 7. Collaborate with the city to install a playground. 8. Explore moving the Recyclery to the Golf Park. 9. Provide opportunity for permanent affordable housing along Blaine Street, planning in 2030, breaking ground in 2035. Environmental sustainability: The Friends understand that the City would like to course operated with limited use of pesticides/herbicides, but know that it is an evolving process and there could be a need for spot applications. In addition, the City provides a water resource for the golf course. The Friends are proposing they adopt sustainable management practices. Currently, the City also provides up to 9M gallons of water from the well, with a yearly cost of about $10.000. In addition, the City pays for an additional $2,000 annually for the pump electrical cost. Does the City Council want to limit the payment for water use and pump electricity or continue to provide this management practice? 2. Financial Sustainability: Currently, the City currently charges 6.5 percent of net revenues or $10,000, whichever is larger for the lease. Does the City Council agree that this lease should be a low-cost or no -cost lease in exchange for improvements to the golf course, and increased public access of the land? 3. Improve and operate a 9 -hole golf course: This nonprofit group shall be charged with course improvements and maintaining a 9 -hole golf course in a fiscally sustainable manner. 4. Lease time length: The Friends have proposed a two-year lease, in which they would submit a business plan. They are then requesting 2 ten-year or one twenty-year lease to justify capital investments. Does the City Council want to consider this term, or have shorter terms with automatic renewals, or have shorter terms and evaluate as time elapses? The Friends state that it will be easier to find donors and have certainty the longer the lease. 5. Phases for public access: The Friends would like to propose a few changes in the phases, most notably, expanding the first phase to two years, but moving up disc and foot golf to the first phase. They are proposing public access during this first phase to include disc and foot golf, trail openings, and programmatic changes. They have a proposed five-year and ten-year plan (see attached proposal). 6. Trails: The Friends would like to establish an East-West connection, and a North-South connection that would be open to the public, and would want to route them around the greens to minimize impacts. This is an evolving phase that might take some time to establish. 7. Playground: The Friends understand that the interest of the City is to apply for a state RCO grant to establish a playground at the golf course. Staff recently visited the golf course to walk the site with a landscape architect from Groundswell to finalize the plan. It is the recommendation of Groundswell, staff, and the nonprofit entity to locate the playground near the clubhouse instead of on the upper southeast corner. 8. The Recyclery: The Recyclery is still exploring the possibility of moving to the golf course. They are interested in a site that can have similar terms as their land lease with the School District and can advance their mission. Currently, there seems to be limited space for them if we keep the golf business the same. There are two sheds onsite that are at capacity; one with golf carts, a mechanical area, 061 and various storage, and one with private golf carts that members keep onsite for a fee. The Recyclery understands this and is willing to explore establishing another building for their outdoor use. In addition, the basement is currently not being utilized. The Recyclery would like to use and secure the basement for their educational programs for kids. This would limit the use of the basement for other third parties. What is the Council's interest in having this exclusive use of the clubhouse? Also, would the Council consider any funding match to establish a new facility? 9. Housing: Staff understanding is that the City Council's interest is to add housing in a location currently used by holes 5 and 6 and to do so by 2035. This will require starting exploration, design, and permitting in phase 3 which begins by 2030 in order to break ground in 2035. In addition to Council direction on these principles, staff have negotiated with the Friends to introduce metrics/outputs to measure the amount of public access. The contract will include these metrics, accountability, and what happens if the Friends are not successful. ATTACHMENTS: 1. :nvlislionlin the IPou°t Il ownsend Gojlf Course. A Communlit l liscusslion. 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ALTERNATIVES: 0 Take No Action 0 Refer to Committee ❑ Remove from Consent Agenda approve Ordinance 0 Other: 0 Refer to Staff 0 Postpone Action ❑ Waive Council Rules and Envisioning the Port Townsend Golf Course ilii ilii a iiiir iiiii June 2022 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................. 3 PROJECT BACKGROUND AND DETAILS..........................................................................................................3 ProjectScope.........................................................................................................................................................3 CommunityOutreach..........................................................................................................................................3 PROJECTAREA............................................................................................................................................................4 STAKEHOLDERS..........................................................................................................................................................4 MILESTONES...............................................................................................................................................................4 METHODS....................................................................................................................................................... 6 MESSAGES...................................................................................................................................................................6 TIMING, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, SCHEDULE.................................................................................. 7-10 2 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 The Port Townsend Municipal Golf Course was developed in 1904 and includes a regulation -length 9 - hole course, driving range, maintenance buildings, and clubhouse with a commercial kitchen for restaurant services, and retail sales. The golf course, once privately owned and operated, was converted to a public course in 1927 and first administered by Jefferson County but is now owned and operated by the City of Port Townsend. The city leases the golf course to a local business for management and operations. When converted to a public course, there were deed restrictions on the property. There is a deed restriction that the largest parcel will be used for municipal purposes only. P..m .:: ;...I... BACKGROL.)NID AND ., :: F...AI On...Q, Project Scope Port Townsend Golf Club is an aging golf facility located in a small market with a mix of marketable amenities. The most recent study of the golf course was implemented in 2018 by the National Golf Foundation (NGF). The NGF completed the study of the viability of the PTGC and found that the facility is challenged by its declining physical condition and somewhat remote location which limits its potential market support. NGF has estimated that it would cost $935,000 - $1.2M to bring it up to standard to attract more visits and become a viable golf course. The upgrades would include improvements to the irrigation system and pump house, tree and stump removal, purchase of appropriate maintenance equipment, clubhouse repair, and course repair. Based on this analysis, the City Council decided not to pursue the recommendation because of the cost for both the capital and operations. They did authorize the issuance of a Request for Proposal and subsequently entered into an agreement for operations with the Gabriel Tonan group for a term of three years during which time the City would explore alternative uses for the Golf Course. The framework included in this document is for the subsequent community discussion to explore the long-term vision for the Golf Course. This community engagement plan includes securing a landscape architect to assist with concept planning alternative uses. It also includes creating a community stakeholder group and launching four phases of community engagement to envision the golf course. There is an option in phases 3-4 to expand this engagement process to include the Mountain View campus, as it may include complementary uses. Previous Community Outreach The city sought community feedback about the golf course during the Park, Recreation, and Open Space plan update. PROS Plan community engagement results showed limited use of the Port Townsend Golf Course and interest in golf in general. Most vision survey respondents did not have an opinion on the operation, investment, or use of the golf course. For those who did have an opinion, most did not want to make capital investments, set a cost recovery policy, or explore partnership options. For those with an opinion, some did not want the city to stop operating the golf course, but others were supportive of exploring alternative options. In addition to the PROS planning process, staff launched a survey to begin a community engagement process in September 2020. This feedback led to multiple options for the Council to consider. In November 2020, Council unanimously directed staff to enter into a golf operations agreement with a vendor for 3 years, during which time staff would engage the community to explore the feasibility of alternate uses, including continued use for golf. This planned community discussion should take into consideration the long-term goals of all of the City's Parks and Recreation assets, the proximity of the Mountain View Campus, and the Mountain View Pool, and the need for a long-term financial sustainability plan. 3 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 PROJECI AREA The options being considered will be limited to the golf course site, including the parking lot, pathways, trails, and clubhouse as depicted on the map (Exhibit 1). A small area within Port Townsend Golf Course, called the Kah Tai Prairie is 1.4 acres and is located in the southeast area of the golf course. The prairie has been the focus of preservation and restoration by the Olympic Chapter of the Washington Native Plant Society since it was recognized as a unique botanical site in 1986. The Kah Tai Prairie is located within the Port Townsend Golf Course and is open to the public to enjoy. The city has an interest in master planning the Mountain View Campus (Exhibit 2) as part of Phase 3 of the community visioning plan. The Mountain View Campus is adjacent to the Golf Course and could have some complementary uses as part of the larger discussion. Exhibit 1: Port Townsend Golf Couse. Operated by Gabriel Tonan Golf Shop, Inc. Also includes a management agreement for the Kah Tai Prairie. Q I...A :: H..m 0... :: :: Q" Exhibit 2: Mountainview Campus: includes KPTZ, Food Bank, Red Cross, Working Image, Parks and Recreation office, IT, Police Station and YMCA ( operating the pool/gym, some outdoor area). Also includes Dog Park and Pickleball courts. The city will recruit and seat a stakeholders committee to help guide the process of public engagement. A more detailed list of stakeholder members, including contact information, will be developed as the project moves forward. 4 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 External: • Tenants of Mountain View • YMCA • Golf Club • Stewards of the prairie • Park Board • Arts Commission • Teens from local HS. • School District • County • Hospital District • Housing Internal: • City Manager • Park Board representative • City Staff I I LES I O'SII :. Q° Task Type RFP and award of bid for Landscape Administrative Architect contractor: RFP, budget, selection/compile stakeholder End Date Owner 6-8/2022 PT group Phase 1 Community Outreach-------- Focus Groups 7/22-9/22 PT Develop key criteria/principles Phase 2 Public Outreach Public Involvement 9/2022 PT, Contractor Community Vision/Concept Ideas Evaluate Data, Develop Concept Conceptual Design 10/2022 PT, Contractor options to share with the Community Phase 3 Public Outreach (Evaluate Public Involvement 11/2022 Team Concepts/Options) Gather feedback Evaluate Data, refine the approach Conceptual Design 12/2022 Team Concept draft (s) Final Recommendation: Final draft Public Involvement 2/23 Team with a phased approach, transition plan, costing, and decision making. Final Recommendation City Council City Council 3/23 Team Study Session 5 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 The project manager will use the following methods to ensure all stakeholders are reached, informed, and engaged. KEY MESSAGES Currently, most expenses associated with the management of the golf course reside with the leaseholder as a part of their business operations. A large part of the maintenance is performed by volunteers. The City still retains responsibility for all capital needs, building maintenance and irrigation repairs to main lines (^'$8,000/year), and irrigation water costs (^'$15,000/year). In addition, the irrigation system would need to be replaced. This is part of the recommended capital improvement costs. The City does not have a source of funding to pay for the capital improvement needs ($935,000- $1.2M) identified in the most recent analysis. It is not financially sustainable for the City to continue to subsidize the golf course. In addition to the financial implications, it is often a best practice to explore the highest and best use of the land. It poses an opportunity cost if there are alternative uses that may better serve the wider community. If alternative uses are explored, the capital and operational costs of any alternate uses need to be considered as well. The study, a Business Analysis of the Port Townsend Golf Club, was completed in 2019 and showed that the course would need "considerable investment in improvements and modernization" for its continuance as a golf course into the future. PROS Plan community engagement results showed limited use of the Port Townsend Golf Course and interest in golf in general. Most vision survey respondents do not have an opinion on the operation, investment, or use of the golf course. For those who do have an opinion, most do not want to make capital investments, set a cost recovery policy, or explore partnership options. For those with an opinion, most do not want the City to stop operating the golf course, but others are supportive of exploring alternative options. 6 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 ❑ Create web content ❑ Flyer ❑ Task Force with an updated ❑ Fact Sheet/Brochure ❑ Established Meetings process. ❑ Ads ❑ Board/Commissions ❑ eNews or designed ❑ PT Leader ❑ Interest Groups email ❑ Radio show ❑ Intercept events ❑ Social Media ❑ Direct Mail ❑ Stakeholders ❑ Video/Photography ❑ Signage/Posters ❑ Event/Promotion ❑ Poll or survey ❑ Hard copy survey ❑ Open House ❑ Media Release ❑ In-person ❑ poll/survey ❑ KPTZ Calendar ❑ Online Questionnaire ❑ Public Meetings ❑ Farmers Market KEY MESSAGES Currently, most expenses associated with the management of the golf course reside with the leaseholder as a part of their business operations. A large part of the maintenance is performed by volunteers. The City still retains responsibility for all capital needs, building maintenance and irrigation repairs to main lines (^'$8,000/year), and irrigation water costs (^'$15,000/year). In addition, the irrigation system would need to be replaced. This is part of the recommended capital improvement costs. The City does not have a source of funding to pay for the capital improvement needs ($935,000- $1.2M) identified in the most recent analysis. It is not financially sustainable for the City to continue to subsidize the golf course. In addition to the financial implications, it is often a best practice to explore the highest and best use of the land. It poses an opportunity cost if there are alternative uses that may better serve the wider community. If alternative uses are explored, the capital and operational costs of any alternate uses need to be considered as well. The study, a Business Analysis of the Port Townsend Golf Club, was completed in 2019 and showed that the course would need "considerable investment in improvements and modernization" for its continuance as a golf course into the future. PROS Plan community engagement results showed limited use of the Port Townsend Golf Course and interest in golf in general. Most vision survey respondents do not have an opinion on the operation, investment, or use of the golf course. For those who do have an opinion, most do not want to make capital investments, set a cost recovery policy, or explore partnership options. For those with an opinion, most do not want the City to stop operating the golf course, but others are supportive of exploring alternative options. 6 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 The City signed a lease for the operations of the course until December 2023. At the time the City decided to sign an operational lease through 2023, the City also identified a need to consider whether it should make additional investments in the golf course or identify alternative uses. Port Townsend Golf Club is an aging golf facility located in a small market with a mix of marketable amenities. The NGF completed a study of the viability of the PTGC and found that the facility is challenged by its declining physical condition and somewhat remote location which limits its potential market support. As such, the City faces a challenge in continuing to operate the PTGC, and it is only with new investment and a change in operating structure can this golf facility become a sustainable amenity for the City. In summary, NGF believes that the City can improve the operational condition and economic performance of the Port Townsend Golf Club through action on the following NGF recommendations: 1. Make a new investment in the PTGC facility, focusing on improving the condition of the golf course and clubhouse (estimated cost of $1.2 million+). 2. Change the operating structure by not renewing the operator lease and committing to a form of City self -operation (possibly with an F&B concession). 3. Hire the appropriate senior staff to manage and maintain the facility, including a PGA (or LPGA) designation for operations oversight and a GCSAA designation for golf course maintenance oversight. 4. Improve the marketing of PTGC, especially in technology, improved website, email program, and direct initiatives with Port Townsend lodging establishments. 5. Commit to a new focus on attracting less -traditional segments into golf (women, kids, minorities, etc.) through enhanced player development programming. 7 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 (i 0II 1 II i II I ���.„.�9` II I II,,, g a g. e II i e II,,,, t,. Role of the stakeholders: • Regular meeting attendance: stakeholder meetings and public meetings. • Listening to what you hear from the community and representing the desire of the wider community in this stakeholder group. • Guiding project team (not decision making) • Sharing your ideas with the Project team and city • Presenting with the project team at Parks Board and City Council meetings • Be a facilitator for break-out groups at larger meetings. • Lead intercept events as needed. Goals of Phase 1 Community Engagement: • Review of PROS plan, Community Strategic plan • Facilitate focus/interest groups to develop key criteria/principles to guide the community discussion. • Align the key criteria/principles with previous planning efforts, and community discussions. Goals of Phase 2 Community Engagement: • Review the golf course's current status and a most recent study • Start the visioning process of what it could be. • Pros/Cons of the golf course or repurposing • Solicit feedback on a vision • LA starts to draft concepts. Goals of Phase 3 Community Engagement: • Reflect on 2-3 Concept plans by LA • Interactive process, what does the community like, what do they not like. • Public input to guide final designs and decide on the golf course. Goals of Final Recommendation Community Engagement: • Gather feedback on concept plan (s) • Cost out the concept plan • Align with Mountain View Campus launch of the master plan • Take recommendation to Council Phase 1 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT June — Auqust 2022 Date Task Meetings Status July- September Stakeholder recruitment and kick-off 2-3 2022 Outreach: press release, radio show, market, distribution announcement, online 8 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 PHASE 2 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT September — November 2022 Date questionnaire, web presence, social media push. Schools, community groups Meetings Status September 2022 Hold focus groups to identify key principles to frame the planning process. 4-5 November 2022 Stakeholder review of data and provide guidance 1-2 Brief Parks and Trails Commission 1 Brief City Council 1 PHASE 2 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT September — November 2022 Date Task Meetings Status September 2022 Stakeholder preparation 1-2 November 2022 Plan for the first phase of public 1-2 enciaciement 1 Outreach: press release, radio show, market, distribution announcement, online questionnaire, web presence, social media push. Schools, community groups Public open house #1, virtual open house, 1 in-person, 1 online survey. virtual Stakeholder review of data and provide 1-2 guidance 1 Brief Parks and Trails Commission 1 Brief City Council 1 PHASE 3 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: January— March 2023 Date Task Meetings Status October - Stakeholder meeting kickoff of Phase 3 1 November 2022 Stakeholders: Plan for second public 1 enciaciement Outreach: press release, radio show, market, distribution announcement, online questionnaire, web presence, social media push. Schools, Community Groups Public Open House #2, 1 in-person, 1 virtual Stakeholders: review input and provide 1 guidance Meeting: Parks Board/City Council Study 2 Session Update 9 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 FINAL RECOMMENDATION & DECISION MAKING: April - May 2023 Date Task Meetings Status January -March Stakeholders 1-2 2023 Outreach: press release, radio show, market, distribution announcement, online questionnaire, web presence, social media push. Schools, Community Groups Public Open House #3 Stakeholders review input and final 1-2 concepts, provide guidance Briefing Parks Board 1 City Council briefing and 2-3 discussion/decision 10 ENVISIONING THE PORT TOWNSEND GOLF COURSE May 2022 Recommendation and Analysis Port Townsend Golf Course Prepared by David Hein May 24, 2023 Table Of Contents SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS Purpose of Evaluation Evaluation Process and Information Basis Property History, Tour and Inspection Discussion with Stakeholders Discussion with Lessees Course Conditions and Maintenance Practices Review of Golf Operations FF&E (Facilities, Fixtures and Equipment) Covid Impacts on Operations and Revenue Lessee Status and Challenges Existing Programs and Revenue Sources Local golf Demand — High and Low Scenarios Case Studies / Comparables IMMEDIATE NEEDS FOR 2023 National Golf Foundation Study Course Improvements Capital Improvements Rates and Revenue Sales and Marketing Financial Expectations 2 OPPORTUNITIES FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION Golf Repurpose Options SWAT Analysis of Options Expanded Food and Beverage Operations Stand Alone Golf Facility Lease Structure Long Term Operational Plan Capital Improvements LONG TERM OUTLOOK AND EXPECTATIONS Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Plan Financial Performance Final Summary and Recommendation 3 SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS PURPOSE OF EVALUATION This report was completed by David Hein, a golf course professional with more than 40 years of golf course experience managing all aspects of golf development, maintenance and operations. This experience includes managing golf courses to include City and County operations and from large scale 36 -hole facilities to simpler 9 -hole executive courses. In most cases the management focus was on efficient operations and maximizing revenues. Background on this project was obtained through multiple course visits and sitting down with the Lessee to discuss operations, history and management challenges and discussions with golf course stake holders, customers, and general Port Townsend community members. As part of the "Envisioning the Port Townsend Golf Course" project, an updated evaluation is needed to accurately access and understand the current status of the existing Port Townsend Golf Course. The status will include a thorough review of the existing conditions and factors that have impacted the financial performance of the golf course over the past 5 years under the current Lessor/ Lessee agreement. This evaluation will also address many of the points and recommendations made as part of the "Business Analysis of the Port Townsend Golf Club", completed by the National Golf Foundation in January 2019. While the NGF has tremendous golf knowledge and experience, there are instances where their expertise does not always transfer to a specific property's nuances including location, surrounding community and factors as well as historical attributes of the subject property or operation. I will discuss the NGF report more specifically later in this report. EVALUATION PROCESS AND INFORMATION BASIS The evaluation and basis of this report was derived from observations of the existing property and discussions with those involved in the maintenance, operation and use of the golf course. It has proven difficult to evaluate financial results from both the lessee and lesser because of the very limited data on the daily, monthly and annual revenue and expenses as well missing numbers of actual rounds played. Typical reporting in golf operations would include rounds 4 played by round type per month, revenues collected by all revenue sources in detail and expenses by category, all reconciled to income and expense statements that would normally be audited by the lessor to confirm rent payments are correct. In review of the lease requirements, the lessee is required to submit monthly and annual reports on multiple aspects including revenue and expenses, memberships sold and rounds played but it does not appear that in the past several years, either party reviewed or substantiated financial results from the golf course operations. Property History, Tour and Inspection The Port Townsend Golf Course has a rich and storied history. Nearly 100 years old, the course became a 9 -hole public facility in 1927. Originally designed and constructed as a tree -less, links style golf course, it has matured significantly since its inception. The facility has all the necessary components of the public course. A small clubhouse, maintenance and storage buildings, driving range, practice areas and a 9 -hole golf course. • Clubhouse —The clubhouses is a wood framed, one story building with a small golf shop, dining room, bar and outdoor deck area, kitchen and restrooms. While the building is in need of maintenance it seems sound and appropriate for the facility. I would not describe the building as inviting which may be a deterrent to the general public on their first visit. The food and beverage operation seems adequate with seating capacity of 40 +/- as well as a full bar with an active liquor license. In addition, the lower level of the clubhouse is a large open event room with a capacity of 50+ which is currently full of old furniture and a private "game room" currently used only by the lessee. • Maintenance and Storage Buildings — There are multiple structures besides the clubhouse used for private golf cart storage, inventory and equipment maintenance and storage. The maintenance building and storage buildings were completely full of lessee owned broken golf equipment, turf equipment in various stages of disrepair and unsecured fertilizer and chemicals used in the golf operation. 5 • Outdoor Storage areas — Several pieces of turf equipment (operable and broken) are also stored outside in the elements. • Driving Range — The driving range consists of a grass tee line and landing area with capacity for 10+ golfers. The range landing area is a bit short in today's golf standard but adequate for the facility. • Practice areas — consists of practice putting greens, chipping areas and practice bunker. • Golf Course o The tee areas are small in size and generally uneven with varying amounts of turf coverage. While this is a 9 -hole golf course, there are 2 separate sets of tees on each hole so that 18 continuous holes can be played. o The fairways are mowed generally at one height with a combination of turfgrass, weeds and little to no irrigation. Drainage did not seem to be an issue although my visits to the course were at the end of a prolonged dry period. The fairways are tree lined with several very mature trees in need of trimming and in some cases, removal. There are several areas that are uneven with some exposed boulders but not unlike many older links style golf courses. o The greens are mostly composed of Poa Annua with a fair amount of weeds. They are relatively flat in nature and of ample size in relation to the nature of the golf course. Discussion with Stakeholders As part of the facility review, I sat down with several stakeholders of the golf course. These included women and men that play frequently, volunteers that help maintain the course, interested citizens, neighbors and city personnel. There is a wide variety of opinions about the current state of the golf course. The general feeling of the golfers is that the golf course needs to remain as a 9 -hole facility. When asked about the lack of revenue and expense to the city, the majority speak to the poor management, poor maintenance and lack of sales and marketing support. There is a very strong, loyal contingent that is persistent and vocal on their support of the course, siting the historical significance, need for open space and recreation and willingness to get involved. The non -golfers see the golf course property as a potential area for alternative uses. 0 Discussion with Lessees The golf course is currently entering the 3rd and final year of lease with Gabriel Tonan Golf Shops. In speaking with Mr. Tonan, he is acutely aware of the state of the facility and points to a variety of circumstances that impact his ability as a lessee to be successful. He cites the challenges with a short 3 -year lease term as a lack of commitment from the city in his ability to manage the facility. He points to a myriad of irrigation issues, lack of equipment and manpower, as well as no sales or marketing support from the city, even though this aspect of operations is the responsibility of the lessee contractually. While I am not familiar with the specific terms of his lease, in a true lease the overall responsibility of maintenance, operations and marketing are typically the responsibility of the Lessee. I also spent a considerable amount of time with Rick Unrue who is currently sub leasing the food and beverage operation from Mr. Tonan. Mr. Unrue is a restaurateur by trade and has extensive experience in food and beverage as well as managing large scale golf facilities. Mr. Unrue spoke mostly on the potential of the F&B operations citing a need and demand for evening dining venues and event space. He felt very optimistic on the future of the facility, both on the golf and F&B operations and has made a sizeable investment in kitchen and bar equipment to support his operation. COURSE CONDITIONS AND MAINTENANCE PRACTICES Review of Golf Operations The golf operation consists of one full-time employee (Lessee) supplemented by some part-time maintenance labor. This was observed during the fall and off- season so presumably there would be additional labor (either paid or volunteer) involved on the maintenance side of the operation. The golf shop is overstocked with aged merchandise and does not present a welcoming atmosphere to the general public interested in golf. There seems to be little or no structure in the operation and a general lack of interest in the success of daily operations. Maintenance and general cleaning were non-existent and all non -f & b areas were in disrepair and overly cluttered with old and broken golf equipment. Judging from the lack of financial data and reporting, one can assume that there is a general overall lack of management in place. FF&E (Facilities, Fixtures and Equipment) The storage and maintenance facilities are cluttered with a combination of old and broken golf clubs and accessories, used turf equipment in various stages of disrepair and other golf course tools and accessories. There appears to be an adequate inventory of turf equipment to maintain the facility but it looks like most of the equipment is not functional. I could not see any indication that the equipment is routinely maintained or repaired. COVID IMPACTS ON OPERATIONS AND REVENUE In reviewing the financials for the past 3 years, it looks like the operation was impacted in 2020 by Covid. The reported revenue in 2020 appeared to be down more than 20% when compared to 2019. While it is understandable that operations would have been impacted early in the pandemic, it is surprising that revenues did not increase during the summer of 2020. Golf was shut down by the Governor during March and April but limited play was allowed beginning in May and most golf courses saw a surge in play and revenue as golf was seen as one of the safest activities during Covid. LESSEE STATUS AND CHALLENGES The current lease runs from January of 2021 through December of 2023. Under the current lease terms, the Lessee operates all aspects of the golf facility and pays the city rent. The responsibilities of the operator are to: • Furnish the personnel, material, supplies, equipment, services and provide supervision and administration to operate and maintain the golf course, driving range and all facilities • Responsibility for the operation, management and supervision of the golf shop and food and beverage services to include adequate merchandise and food and beverage to support the customer base. • Maintain the premises, buildings and improvements to the standards set by the city. In speaking with the lessee, he has commented on the short term of the lease as one of the major challenges to the success of his operation. Other challenges include: 91 • Irrigation supply — the water supply from the city is reported to be inadequate from an amount and pressure standpoint. • Sales and Marketing support — While it is not specified in the lease documents, the lessee had expected the City of Port Townsend to provide Marketing support to attract visitors and tourists to the golf course. Typically in a public — private partnership, both sides would participate in promotion of the leased entity. From the City perspective, this could mean providing website links on city websites to the golf course home page, working with the Chamber of Commerce and tourism departments to list and promote the golf course whenever possible. Those actions coupled with the Lessee's own sales and marketing efforts, including but not limited to maintaining a website, having collateral on hand for first time golfers, contacting businesses in the area for leagues, tournaments, special events and partnerships and lastly by providing friendly and caring customer service (something that many have commented is lacking). EXISTING PROGRAMS AND REVENUE SOURCES In review of the limited financial reports, talking with the lessee and review of the golf course website, it seems that the main source of revenue is through annual golf memberships, daily fee golf, golf cart rentals, driving range ball sales, merchandise and limited food and beverage. The website shows several golf events but they are mostly attended by "Players Club Members" and fees are generally just to cover costs. The food and beverage revenue has traditionally been through snack and beverage sales, although the new food and beverage operator has plans to greatly expand the operation. According to the NGF report, the city of Port Townsend, with its small population, may never be fully sufficient to sustain operations at PTGC to meet the City's financial expectations. Further, the NGF report suggests that income and rounds growth beyond the reported numbers in 2018 are highly unlikely unless significant steps are taken to improve conditions, management and sales and marketing. E I have listed information below to support both a high demand scenario (based on taking the necessary steps to improve the golf course) and a low demand scenario (continuing forward as status quo). LOCAL DEMAND — HIGH SCENARIO The total population of the city of Port Townsend is estimated at just over 10,000. According to the National Golf Foundation, over 8% of the general population play golf an average of 18 times per year and those over 65 years of age, play an average of 36 rounds per year. With the 20% of Port Townsend's population over 65, it is possible to conclude that the golfing population of the Port Townsend community could produce over 17,000 rounds of golf. When you include the surrounding area, it is feasible to increase the annuals rounds to 20,000 with improved conditions and increased marketing efforts. LOCAL DEMAND — LOW SCENARIO Without additional efforts to change the operations of PTGC, there is no evidence to support any positive change in the financial results for the golf course. In fact, because of the impacts of Covid, golf in 2021 and 2022 has seen a surge in popularity and rounds that is unlikely to be sustained in future years. In all likelihood, PTGC could see the number of rounds decrease along with associated revenues in subsequent years. When you take into consideration, that much of the current demographic using the golf course is over 60, and will continue to "age out" of playing golf over the next few years, without a strategy to backfill that golfing population, the numbers for the golf course may continue to decline. CASE STUDIES / COMPARABLES It is difficult to find comparable facilities in the immediate area, but I did contact Village Green golf course in Port Orchid and Meadowmere Golf and Country Club on Bainbridge Island, both 9 -hole golf courses. In speaking with personnel at the golf courses, their results are more in line with expectations for a 9 -hole golf course both from a revenue and rounds perspective. Green fees rates for Meadowmere range from $40 per 18 holes to $25 for 9 holes and Village Green rates range from $27 per 18 holes and $20 per nine holes. The green fees for Village Green are in line with the current fees for PTGC at $28 for 18 holes and $18 for 9 holes. Annual rounds as reported for Village Green were between 10 13,000 and 14,000 9 -hole rounds. I also contacted Discover Bay; an 18 -hole golf course located less than 10 miles from Port Townsend Golf Club. Their green fee rates are $42 for 18 holes and they currently receive 12.000 —13,000 rounds annually. When asked about their ability to accommodate Port Townsend golfers that might be displaced by alternative plans for the golf course, they commented that they could accommodate and welcome the Port Townsend golfers. I also attempted to contact Port Ludlow, 18 -hole golf club 20 miles from Port Townsend. Unfortunately, I was unable to make contact to gain their golf course data. IMMEDIATE NEEDS FOR 2023 NATIONAL GOLF FOUNDATION REPORT In January of 2019 the National Golf Foundation (NGF) completed a Business Analysis of the Port Townsend Golf Club. The purpose of the report was to complete a strategic review of the complete golf facility and make recommendations to enhance economic performance. To complete this task NGF representatives travelled from Florida to review and report on the golf course. Unfortunately, it is difficult when you are unfamiliar with the local and regional aspects of a business to objectively evaluate that business against criteria that may seem standard in the industry. The report did accurately depict the condition of the golf course and fairly evaluate the operation and maintenance of the golf course in general but the report does not present a realistic plan forward that addresses the needs of the golfing community, the community in general or the city's ability to support the facility. Suggesting that the city spend well over $1 million dollars in capital improvements with the hope of increasing revenue in the long term (that still does not present a reasonable return on the investment) isn't a realistic solution to the issues with the golf course. In addition, adding the expense of hiring certified professionals to operate the golf and turf departments for a local 9 -hole golf course doesn't support the financial goals of the city. There are valuable sales and marketing recommendations within the NGF report that would be appropriate to incorporate into the operating plan. As discussed in the report, the use of simple collateral for distribution through the local Chamber 11 of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, face to face selling to the local businesses, website enhancements and the use of email communications are effective and inexpensive methods to drive business and revenue. Those points as well as others listed below, should be addressed and adopted. COURSE IMPROVEMENTS The current course conditions, as observed in October, need to be improved to meet the financial goals of the city. The turf quality is poor, tee to green mainly impacted by the lack of consistent irrigation throughout the property and very low levels of fertility. The tees are inconsistently mowed, dry and uneven. Fairways are dry and thin with visible weed infestation throughout. Greens had been recently aerified but showed signs of poor topdressing, wear patterns and an alarming weed infestation. Improvement of the golf course needs to begin in the spring with aggressive maintenance activities to improve conditions. The irrigation system needs to be repaired so that greens, tees and fairways can be fertilized and irrigated to improve existing turf and to promote additional growth. It is my understanding that the irrigation supply has been improved by the city so repair of the existing system is paramount. While there is a need for capital improvements of the irrigation system, getting the existing heads to work properly, fixing leaks in the current piping system and repair of the existing controllers is something that can be done economically and would greatly improve the turf quality and golf course conditions. Once the irrigation system is operational, weed control and fertility needs can be addressed. Maintaining golf course playability will include consistent mowing throughout the golf course. To accomplish this, equipment needs will have to be addressed. In review of the existing equipment, it appears that there is adequate equipment to maintain the golf course if the equipment is operating properly. I observed that much of the equipment looked to be broken or in need of immediate repair. While equipment repair can be expensive, it is often times much more cost effective to repair than replace, especially when maintaining a 9 -hole golf course. The NGF report made considerable mention of the trees and rock outcroppings on the golf course. While there is a considerable amount of trees on the course, they provide character and protection of adjacent holes. I would not recommend 12 anything more than minimal pruning and cleanup as part of the spring maintenance program. As far as the rocks are concerned, I believe they are an integral part of the golf course and do not need to be addressed as an immediate maintenance need. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS The NGF report provided an extensive list of needed Capital Improvements along with a high estimate price tag of nearly $1.3 million dollars! While this list of improvements would certainly help improve the golf course it isn't financially viable and the city would never see a return on that investment. The golf course does need improvements but I would recommend a focus on improving the golf course maintenance and operations as the first step in building the golf operations back to profitability. Improvements to the irrigation system, getting the existing equipment repaired and operational, consistent mowing and increased fertility will vastly improve conditions at a fraction of the estimated cost as recommended by the NGF report. ROUNDS, RATES AND REVENUE Evaluating the financial performance of the golf course over the past 5 years has been challenging based on the reported revenue and reported rounds as provided by the lessee to the City of Port Townsend. Per those reports (Revenue Plus Rounds 2018 — 2019 and 2021— 2022) the golf course reported rounds as outlined in the table below. In discussions with the Lessee, it was recommended to calculate additional rounds by dividing the 9 -hole and 18 -hole revenue by the Senior green fee rate in place at the time. All rounds and reported green fee revenue is included in the table below. Year Reported Rounds Green fee revenue Estimated Rounds* Total Rounds 2018 133 $43,234 2946* 3079 2019 162 $41,836 2657* 2819 2020 0 $49,169 3122* 3122 2021 143 $51,647 3342* 3485 2022 99 $59,320 3612* 3711 *Reported rounds are inaccurate. Estimated rounds are based on senior green fee rates divided by green fee revenue. 13 The reported total annual golf revenue over the past 5 years averages $114,504. This is less than 50% of the revenue and number of rounds a similar 9 -hole golf course should do. This is either because not all rounds and revenue are reported or the membership, free / volunteer rounds are grossly understated. The first step in improving the financial performance of the golf course is to fully report all rounds, memberships sales, and ensure that each and every golfer checks in and is reported on the tee sheet. The average 9 -hole rate of $17 per round would seem to be considerably underpriced when compared to other comparable golf courses in the area. While PTGC might be priced with consideration of the current conditions, the golf course should be priced somewhere between $20 - $25 for a 9 -hole round. In addition to the daily fee rate, the course offers memberships at $150 per month or $1075 per year. These rates as well are the lowest in the area and could easily be increased by 10 —15%. In speaking with golf members and others that play frequently, they understand and support the need for increases in the rates charged. It is my opinion that the golfers will support paying more as long as the golf course is better managed and in better condition. Paramount to any discussions on revenue is the immediate need to monitor and capture the number of golfers on the course at any given time. The lack of data on rounds, round types and memberships reported to the city would suggest that there is little control over who is playing and how much they are paying. While the golf course has a large and dedicated membership following, it is my understanding that there is also "volunteer" staff that works on the golf course presumably in trade for free or reduced golf. This would complicate any accurate accounting of who is paying and at what rate. It is common practice that every golf course maintains a tee sheet and Point of Sale system that records every player using the golf course. This system would capture the name, round type (even complimentary golf), tee time, number of players in the group allowing a daily tabulation of revenue received. This is critical not only for accurate accounting, but for also protection for the city and leaseholder from any legal SALES AND MARKETING 14 There appears to be a lack of any consistent sales and marketing plan for the golf course from either the Lessor or Lessee of the golf course. Basic marketing would include a website with course photos, rates and scorecard information, membership opportunities, tee time booking process, outstanding attributes about the facility, environmental stewardship, location and directions, contact information, etc. The current website contains basic information on rates with posts by active golf members. There are several cost-effective tools that exist to enhance the marketing efforts of the golf course. By utilizing some of the "plug and play" website tools and golf course management systems, the lessee could promote and manage the golf course more effectively, track rounds and revenue more efficiently and communicate with its customers better to provide course updates, special offers and promotions. A Google search of "golf in Port Townsend" lists the golf course, but provides no information that might entice visitors to come to the facility. Sales and Marketing of the golf course directly benefits the Lessee and should be a key part of any business plan. The city should participate as well in promotion of the golf course. In review of the "Official Tourism Site for Port Townsend", "enjoypt.com", there is no mention of the golf course anywhere on the site, including activities, things to do or places to visit. This is sadly an opportunity missed and critical to the success of the golf operations. With annual visitors to the Port Townsend reported as more than 1 million, the lack of any information or marketing outreach would certainly have a tremendous impact on the financial performance of the facility. I attempted on multiple occasions to contact the Port Townsend Chamber of Commerce to discuss their ability to promote and market the Port Townsend Golf Club, but unfortunately, we have not had the opportunity to meet. FINANCIAL EXPECTATIONS • Current and Past Revenue — Total Revenue for the past 5 years has averaged $114,504 per year. Total average rounds for the past 5 years (not counting 2020 Covid closure) equal 3,274 annually. Added F&B spend is just under $3.00 per customer. • Expenses — In review of the limited expense data from 2014 through 2022 the Lessee's expenses averaged close to $95,000 annually including, wages, operating expenses and lease payment. With 15 estimated Net Operating Income of less than $20,000, it is unclear how this lease arrangement would be viable. In addition, the city's expenses for water usage, City staff and labor and repairs / maintenance / professional services adds more than $50,000 annually. OPPORTUNITIES FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION GOLF REPURPOSE OPTIONS If the golf course is to remain in any form that would provide the city with a revenue stream it would need to continue as a 9 -hole golf course. Reduction to an executive or par 3 golf course would dramatically limit the revenue potential needed to cover the basic costs of the city. With any new conversion to a park or smaller golf facility, the irrigation water costs at more than $30,000 a year would add a significant budget impact. The property could be reconfigured by eliminating the driving range and using that area as an event lawn for summertime evening concerts and events. Conversely relocating holes 6 and 7 onto the driving range would allow a large mixed-use area on the north end of the property away from golf play and associated liability. Closing the golf course 1 or 2 afternoons per month would allow the introduction of family days, walking, biking and hiking on the property which could serve to open the area to non -golfers and introducing the golf course to future golfers that may have never stepped onto the property. One of the greatest golf courses in the world, St Andrews Golf Course, is closed each Sunday so that the town's people can use the area for family and leisure activities. Called "Slumber Sundays" it has been in place for more than 100 years and allows the coexistence of golf and non -golf visitors alike. EXPANDED FOOD AND BEVERAGE OPERATIONS The F&B operation over the past few years has been inconsistent at best. Based on the financial reports of the Lessee, sales have been limited to Beer, Wine, Soda and candy. Sales have been extremely limited and the maximum reported revenue over the past five years has been about $15K. It is my understanding that recently Rick Unrue has taken over the F&B operation of the golf course. In 16 speaking with Rick, he has plans to expand the F&B operations into lunch and dinner service as well as operating the full-service bar. He has extensive experience in the F&B operations as well as golf operations and he has made a substantial investment into the operation and may be a good resource to utilize in the future. In addition to the dining room and cocktail lounge, the basement of the clubhouse is designed as a private meeting space. It appears capacity is nearly 100 people and could be a great addition to the F&B operation. Currently the basement is completely full and being used to store excess golf and restaurant equipment. It is recommended to remove the material stored and begin to utilize the area as meeting/ event space. Meeting space with full service food and beverage is a high margin revenue source and should be utilized in 2023. STAND ALONE GOLF FACILITY If the decision is made to keep the golf course operation in a similar structure as it stands today, there would need to be a comprehensive plan to ensure the success of the operation and provide a revenue source for the city. The following components would need to be developed and implemented between the city and future lessee. • Lease Structure — The existing lease structure and terms seem very fair and would be a reasonable starting point for contract negotiations. It would be recommended for the city to work through an RFP process to identify qualified operators interested in the leasing of the operation. It would be further recommended to extend the lease period to not less than 5 years with a first right of refusal for an additional 5 -year term given to the lessee provided that the lessee remains compliant with the terms of the lease. • Long Term Operational Plan — The lessee shall be required to submit to the city an annual golf operations and maintenance plan. This plan would outline hours of operation, staffing levels to maintain the operation, services offered, operational revenue and expense budget, fertility plan, pest control plan, sample reporting, etc. This plan would allow the city to monitor progress and evaluate the capabilities of the lessee to ensure a successful operation. 17 • Capital Improvements — The golf course will need some immediate capital improvements to achieve the operation and revenue goals. The goal of implementing a capital improvement plan and process would be to phase in the improvements by prioritizing the improvements on available funds coupled with the items that have the biggest impact to golf course quality and playability. The NGF report suggested the need for $1.2 Million in money to be spent. Unfortunately, this amount isn't feasible. It is recommended that the capital improvements be completed by the lessee, utilizing their staff and expertise when possible. This would allow for a more cost effective and expedient completion • The following list would include the priority items and estimated costs. o Irrigation upgrade — The city currently provides up to 9,000,000 gallons per year, at a cost of nearly $40,000 to irrigate the golf course. This amount is more than enough to maintain a 9 -hole golf course in the Pacific Northwest. Given the observed dry condition of the golf course, it is believed that the irrigation water is not being used efficiently and probably leaks and drains into the drainage system for the golf course. It is recommended that the first phase of the irrigation improvement would be to complete a complete review of the existing system. Checking main lines and lateral piping for leaks, individual sprinkler heads for correct operation and checking the control system for wire continuity and connections. Given the general lack of maintenance on the golf course, it would reasonable to assume that the irrigation itself has not been maintained for several years. With the new well and delivery system completed by the city, the golf course system could be made operational (focusing on greens, tees and fairways in that order), with a starting budget of $150,000. While this budget may not completely overhaul the irrigation system, it would allow for substantially better turf and playability conditions. o Tree trimming and debris removal — Next on the list would be to trim and remove any hazardous tree branches, dead trees and overgrown areas that impact site lines and affect playability of the golf course. This would only be meant to make the golf course safe for golfers 18 and the general public and to allow for faster and better playability. Budget for the activity - $30,000. o Leveling and grading of tee and fairway areas — There are several areas on the golf course that need to be leveled and smoothed to provide a better playing surface. Tees that are uneven, have a lack of turf or are too small to accommodate play would be stripped and graded, then reseeded or sodded. Priority would be given to the worst areas and phased over 3 years. Budget for this activity - $30,000. o Maintenance Equipment — There seems to be an adequate amount of equipment in the storage area to maintain the golf course. It is my understanding that this equipment is owned by the current lessee. The golf course needs the following equipment ■ Greens mower ■ Tee and trim mover ■ Fairway/ rough mower ■ Sprayer ■ Utility cart ■ Maintenance Vehicle Having an available fleet of equipment for any new lessee would be a difficult and costly investment. It would be recommended to evaluate the existing equipment fleet owned by the lessee and then based upon the condition, negotiate the purchase of the useable equipment by the city and have the equipment repaired. While the NGF report mentioned that new equipment should be purchased, It would not be recommended to purchase a new fleet (and new equipment is not readily available) to maintain the golf course. It would be much more cost effect to first repair the existing equipment first and then purchase any remaining used equipment as necessary. Budget to purchase and repair existing equipment, $75,000. o Clubhouse Improvements —The current clubhouse will need some cosmetic refreshing, evaluation of the food and beverage equipment and enhancements to entrance areas. It is in reasonable condition 19 and can support the current food and beverage demand. With cleaning and removal of unnecessary equipment in the lower level, it is feasible to increase food and beverage revenue through events and special occasion dining. Budget to refresh Clubhouse, $30,000 SUMMARY While the NGF Report recommended that the golf course would benefit from substantial enhancements to its maintenance infrastructure and these enhancements would improve the course's competitiveness, such a level of spending is just not financially feasible. By phasing improvements and by utilizing lower cost alternatives, the course can improve well beyond the conditions today and not create a financial hardship to the city. While the NGF report had valid recommendations, those recommendations do not align with the character of PTGC or the desires of the current customer base and the city. LONG TERM OUTLOOK AND EXPECTATIONS ONGOING OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE PLAN It is assumed that a new lease period would begin on January 1, 2024. Prior to the beginning of each operating year, an operations plan and budget needs to be developed and provided to the city. This plan and budget should cover the following items on a monthly basis: Turf maintenance plan including fertility and non -routine maintenance items Sales and Marketing Plan including golf and event promotions and sales Budget including the following: Projected rounds and revenue for each player type Projected merchandise sales Projected food and beverage sales by revenue type Expenses including the following Labor, both salary and hourly 20 Operating expenses for each department, golf, turf and f & b Administrative costs; rent, taxes, Marketing Costs FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE With improved conditions, better management, consistent operations and standard / accurate reporting, the golf course should be able to substantially improve on its financial performance. During the past 5 years (excluding Covid in 2020) total revenue has averaged about $127,561 per year. This included golf and food and beverage as noted below: Year Total Rounds* Golf Rev F&B Rev Total Rev 2018 3079* $114,968 $15,163 $130,131 2019 2819* $113,171 $17,006 $130,177 2020 3122* N/A N/A $102,650 2021 3485* $112,151 $13,362 $125,513 2022 3711* $117,725 $6,696 $124,421 *Reported rounds are inaccurate. Estimated rounds are based on senior green fee rates divided by green fee revenue. Forecasted performance for the next five years with anticipated implementation of the capital improvement plan, new lessee starting in 2024, and operational improvement as listed above, will improve dramatically. The NGF study suggested that rounds should more than double current reported rounds based upon the improvements outlined in their study. With the anticipation that improvements will be phased in over the next 5 years, one could conservatively estimate the following projections of rounds and revenue. Year Rounds Golf Rev * F&B Rev ** Total Rev 2023 6000 $114,000 $24,000 $138,000 2024 7000 $136,500 $28,000 $164,500 2025 8000 $160,000 $40,000 $200,000 2026 9000 $184,500 $50,000 $234,500 2027 10000 $210,000 $50,000 $260,000 21 * Assumes a starting average green fee of $19.00 and increasing $.50 each year ** Assumes a starting spend per golfer of $4.00 increasing to $5 in 2025 FINAL SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS In summary, Port Townsend has a very manageable asset in the golf course that could one day in the near future be a self-sufficient and valuable asset to the community. With the correct lease and management structure in place along with an operating plan and appropriate oversight, the Port Townsend Golf Course can support the golf and recreation needs of the immediate community as well as those visiting Port Townsend. How the overall golf course fits within the city's revisioning plan remains to be seen. I don't foresee a scenario where the golf course is materially reduced in size and scope that would accommodate all of the needs of the community and still attract golfers that would pay the required green fees to cover minimal capital improvements and the maintenance expense of the property. Over 74% of the community support alternate uses, or a hybrid of uses for the golf course property. In order for the golf course to continue to operate within a smaller footprint, while accommodating a variety of community uses, my recommendations include, 1) Relocate holes 5 & 6 to the driving range to provide additional area for mixed use edge along Blaine Street, 2) Infrastructure Improvements throughout the golf course, 3) Transition cart paths to accommodate public trail use, 4) Supplement plantings to safely buffer public use from golfers, 5) Improve turf conditions so that green rate increases can provide additional revenue to the city and 6) Improve communications and customer service to all users of the facility to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. By implementing alternative uses that can compliment the golf course and create a welcoming destination for the community, it is anticipated that these changes will soften the stigma that the golf course is only for the enjoyment of the golfers. By thoughtfully crafting the appropriate Request for Proposal (RFP), the city could partner with a new lessee that has both golf and food and beverage experience that could build the operations of the golf course into positive asset to the community that can also provide a reasonable revenue stream to the city. It is my 22 understanding that some of the current golfers as well as the lessee of the food and beverage operation have expressed an interest in managing the facility. Overtime it could be expected this would create a more diverse customer base and increase support and appreciation of the golf course that has been a part of Port Townsend for nearly 100 years. 23 PHASE 1: 2024-2025 • RESTORE GOLF COURSE • PROVIDE COMMUNITY ACCESS + TRAILS • EXPLORE RELOCATION OF RECYCLERY • RENOVATE BASEMENT FOR COMMUNITY USE • APPLY FOR RCO GRANT TO FUND PLAYGROUND • COMMITMENTTO SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES. NO PESTICIDES. MINIMAL IRR. • PROVIDE DISC + FOOT GOLF, SEASONAL CONCERTS, MINI GOLF + PROGRAMMATIC ACCESS. G O II,,,,.IF CO LJIIR, II...... & 1A F". VIII...... CO I1A I1A 0 IN S CO IN C II...... IIS"'n"' IIS II,,,,. IIVIVI IN G ",rorrs "'a G u !R0LJ @"� I� "�"� '1,': f... Townsend PHASE 2: 2025-2029 • INSTALL PLAYGROUND • INSTALL ADDITIONAL PUBLIC TRAILS • RENOVATE EXISTING PARKING LOT. PROVIDE ADA ACCESS. • PROVIDE YEAR-ROUND EVENT PROGRAMMING • PROVIDE TEMPORARY AMPHITHEATRE FOR EVENTS AT BASE OF DRIVING RANGE. G O II,,,,.IF CO LJIIR, II...... & 1A F". VIII...... CO I1A I1A 0 IN S CO IN C II...... IIS"'n"' IIS II,,,,. IIVIVI IN G ,rorrs "'a G u !R0LJ @"� I� "�"� '1,': f... Townsend DSWB �� ...... ..... '1 Port Townsend Community Golf Park Proposal Summary A new nonprofit ("Friends of the Port Townsend Golf Parr' or 'Friends') has been formed with the intent to provide for the long-term operation of the golf park that includes many features identified during the public process to date. The Friends group is a network of community leaders with technical experience and financial means supported by many individuals and groups volunteering their time. We propose an initial two-year period of operation in which the Friends will take over managing the course, assess operations, collect data, and then develop a business model that ensures the golf park property will be self-sustaining over the long term (20 -plus year time frame). The business plan will include a management and capital investment strategy for improvement of the course and ancillary facilities, along with details and funding plan for meeting the specific milestones to be accomplished in different 5 -year phases. During this two-year period, the Friends will also undertake public access initiatives that demonstrate our commitment to achieving the long-term public access goals of the community. To attract the major capital investment funds that needed for success, the Friends propose the lease commitment to be a minimum of 20 years, on condition that the required milestones are met by the Friends. Attached to this proposal are a detailed outline for the phasing program and illustrations of the phasing. To quote from the David Hein Golf Course Recommendation and Analysis May 24, 2023: "Port Townsend has a very manageable asset in the golf course that could one day in the near future be a self-sufficient and valuable asset to the community." Our Vision To develop, manage, and operate a comprehensive public golf park with associated amenities and services that honors and incorporates community desires for public access while providing for a successful business model that is self-sustaining. Goals: Environmental Stewardship: Our goal is to manage our 58 -acres of public property and open space on a sustainable basis that nurtures the prairie, native areas, and wildlife that encompass this community resource. Community Access: Our goal is for the Golf Park to be a gathering place for our community, a link to trails and exercise, and a place to enjoy the passion of golf in many forms. Financial Sustainability: Our goal is for the operations of the Golf Park to be financially sustainable from user fees and to be successful in attracting capital investment so that minimal city financial support is required. Accountability: Our goal is to be accountable to the City and people we serve through accurate, regular reporting and transparency in our actions. 11/1/2023 Guiding Principles • Ensure the golf park will be self-sustaining and require minimal City direct financial support. • Prioritize the ongoing protection and expansion of the camas prairie and other native plant areas. • Transition the golf park maintenance to the use of recognized sustainable turf management methods. • Explore and include new recreational and social uses that serve the broader community. • Increase activities for youth, families and non -golfers at the golf park property. • Develop a variety of activities and uses at the golf park that are affordable and family -friendly. • Expand community access and maintain a pedestrian trail connector to and through the property. • Implement technological enhancements such as electric vehicles, solar power and solar lighting • Provide improvements and facilities that increase tourist and visitor use at the golf park. • Incorporate education, heritage, cultural and wayfinding opportunities throughout the golf park. • Redevelop the buildings as welcoming and serving as a community destination on their own. • Work closely with the City to incorporate community uses within the property. Business and Capital Investment Plan A Business and Capital Investment Plan will be developed so that the operation of the golf course — with a new irrigation system, electric equipment and natural area maintenance —will be self-sustaining through green fees, tournament fees, clubhouse use, and other revenue and through philanthropic sources. The Plan will be based on information and data collected during the initial period of operation. The Plan will include governance, budgeting and funding provisions, along with a capital fund raising and investment strategy. The Plan will form the basis for the successful financial operation of the Golf Park over the long term (Financial Sustainability goal) and upon which the success of the other goals and programs depends. Golf Park Improvements and Enhancements The following ideas, elements and improvements have been identified through the City's extensive studies and public process and will be further explored, financially evaluated, and, where appropriate and feasible, incorporated into the golf park design and operations. • Improved 9 -hole golf course with expanded native areas, and transition to links course. • Upgraded irrigation system with low water use features and controls. • Partnerships with organizations such as First Tee, a national youth golf organization. • New miniature golf course for youth and families. • Transition from gas -operated to electric carts and park maintenance equipment. • Technical advances such as solar power generation and solar lighting. • Redesigned, multipurpose use of the driving range (concerts, special events, special games). • Expanded and enhanced native prairie as well as new native plant areas within the golf course. • Environmentally responsible turf management methods. • Enhanced bird sanctuary elements and wildlife habitat. • Walking trails including north/south and east/west connectors. • Art, interpretive, cultural, wayfinding and safety markers. • Improved event space, pro shop, and meeting room facilities with food and beverage service. • Collaborations with local civic, educational, schools and other organizations to utilize the new facilities. • Performance amphitheater with ongoing activity schedules (concerts, movies, events). • Expanded uses for disc golf, foot golf, and other new recreational opportunities. • Accommodation for future uses as determined by the phases. 11/1/2023 Golf Park Initial 2 -Year Implementation Timeline (detailed phasing plan is at the end of this document) The Friends will work closely with the City during the initial two-year period to ensure a smooth transition from the current lease and to achieve short term successes that lead to moving forward to the long term operation. Fall 2023: Ongoing work leading to the signing of a lease between the City and Friends • By December 1 Friends complete their draft policies and procedures • By December 15 Friends have initial operating plan and initial staffing plan in place • By December 31 Friends group secures $200,000K in pledges to advance the process • Friends work with city staff on general clean up and removing retired equipment January 1, 2024: Friends initiate the interim two-year operating period with the City • Day-to-day operations are underway • Friends begin maintenance improvements to the property • Begin assessment and development of critical elements for a business & capital investment plan • Friends incorporate a series of public access 'wins' in the first year of operation March 30, 2025: Complete and Submit DRAFT Golf Park Business Plan to City • Includes capital improvements, milestones, budget and funding investment strategy • Includes management and governance structure April to September 1, 2025: City and Friends review and confirm phasing and milestone plan • Confirm and establish well-defined milestones, funding commitments, and phasing plan • Friends continue golf park improvements to grounds and facilities • Friends prepare for major capital investment to align with funding and business plan • Friends continue to incorporate public access programs and features 11/1/2023 Organizational Structure Marketii Donat 11/1/2023 Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park Board of Directors Bob Wheeler, President In 1990, Bob came to PT as the City's Public Works Director, where among many responsibilities he oversaw the Golf Course Lease. After leaving the City, Bob served as the President of Triangle Associates where he oversaw staff and worked on a variety of public facilitation processes for many diverse capital projects for local, state, and federal governments. He has also served as the Founder and President of the local nonprofit Olympic Neighbors group. Bob is an active golfer at Discovery Bay golf course and plays other courses when traveling and believes that gives him insight into what is important from a golf user's perspective. Tim Caldwell, Vice President Born and raised in Port Townsend, Tim returned to Port Townsend in 1992 and served for 17 years as the executive director of the Port Townsend Chamber of Commerce. He served in community outreach and customer service positions with Puget Sound Energy and Fort Worden State Park Public Development Authority (PDA). After retiring in 2020, Tim spent the Covid pandemic years working on research projects for the Jefferson County Historical Society. Currently Tim is a member of the JCHS board of trustees and a member of Jefferson Transit's citizens' Transit Advisory Group. Tim is an active member and volunteer of the Port Townsend Golf Club and served as a golf liaison/stakeholder member during the City public process. Chuck Gauger, Treasurer Chuck is a retired Attorney and CPA who owned and operated his practice for 38+ years. He had clients that operated 4 golf courses (including Gearhart) over his career. Chuck was Treasurer and Board Member of one of Oregon's first educational foundations to support public schools for 12 years and has also served as Treasurer and Board Member for the Oregon Symphonic Band for 15 years. He enjoys the dual practice of accounting, taxation, and law and likes to play around with spreadsheets, calculations, and business planning. Chuck learned to play golf on one of Iowa's 254 public nine -hole public golf courses and has a house near the Port Townsend golf course. David Peterson, Secretary Dave is a civil engineer and project manager, recently retired from 23 years as City Engineer for Port Townsend. In his career he completed over 40 public works projects with the City including transportation, utility, environmental improvement, streetscape and historic building renovation projects. His work included implementing non -motorized plan projects and volunteer trail building throughout the city. Dave brings his project management skills to the board and provides expertise in master planning, contracting, public bidding, and coordination with the City, as well as working with diverse interest groups and integrating local expertise into project implementation. Dave learned to play golf as a young kid from his grandfather on a 9 - hole course in Iowa. Since retiring, Dave has taken up playing golf again. Mark Welch Mark is a retired teacher, and fourth generation Port Townsend resident. He is the great grandson of Charles Eisenbeis, Port Townsend's first mayor and grandson of George Welch, the founder and first president of the 11/1/2023 Port Townsend Golf Club. Prior to his teaching career Mark worked as a photographer, owned and operated multiple businesses including Video Mart and Grayland/Welch Productions, producing instructional and informational videos for corporate and institutional clients. He is a co-author of City of Dreams: A Guide to Port Townsend, and has had articles appear in Washington Magazine, The Seattle Times and other publications. He has served on the Port Townsend Parks Board, Planning Commission, PEG Board and three terms on the Port Townsend city council, including a term as mayor. Bruce Bode Bruce Bode, raised in Lynden, WA, retired as the senior minister of the Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in 2018, after serving the congregation for fourteen years. Before coming to Port Townsend, he served congregations in Grand Rapids, MI, Tulsa, OK, and Houston, TX. During his years in Port Townsend, he has maintained a yearly membership at the golf course, been an integral part of a group of weekly golfers, and, in the past three years, assisted in providing summer golf lessons to youngsters ages 9-12. His interest in being on the Interim Board of Directors for the PT Golf Park is to help guide a process that will both preserve the present golf course and its green space and make it more accessible to the larger community. Emily Cook Emily works at DSHS for the Department of Developmental Disabilities as a Case Resource Manager, serving clients experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 21 and under across Jefferson County. She is an avid golfer and supporter of the Port Townsend Golf Course. Emily was a member of the Pacific Lutheran University golf team and was an employee of the Port Townsend Golf Club for 3 summers. She has played hundreds of rounds at this course and has witnessed firsthand the impact it can have on a small community. She looks forward to sharing ideas on how to make this project beneficial for the entire community while continuing to grow the game of golf in Jefferson County. Robert Horner Born and raised in Leicester City, UK, Robert developed a love for golf at a young age. He moved to Illinois from England with his family at age 7 and continued to play golf & soccer throughout his youth and into adulthood. Robert is a trained architect and professional public artist that has completed projects across the Pacific Northwest for almost 20 years. Robert moved to Port Townsend in 2010, where he is the co-owner and brewer at Propolis Brewing located in Port Townsend. In addition to operating Propolis Brewing, Robert is the owner of Pi R Squared, a local design/build business. Robert has a love for community planning, art, design and building. He is a member at the Port Townsend Golf Course, and his involvement in the board is to provide design & planning support to the course, as well as to ensure a sustainable future for the golfing and non -golfing community of Port Townsend. Linda Sullivan Linda Sulllivan is a retired landscape planner and project manager with degrees in Journalism from the University of Nebraska and Landscape Architecture from the University of Washington. Her connection to Port Townsend began in the 1980s while working for Washington State Parks as lead planner for relocation of trails and parking near Battery Kinzie at Fort Worden. In the 1990s, she managed a multi-year project to restore and revegetate 20 acres of shoreline trails with native plants as part of expansion of Seattle's largest wastewater treatment facility. Later professional work included project management of new exhibits at 11/1/2023 Woodland Park Zoo, and supervision of project managers and engineers in siting and design of wastewater facilities in residential Seattle neighborhoods. She credits the Port Townsend golf course with being the lure that attracted her at age 50 to golf, a game she had considered unwelcoming and environmentally suspect but now plays always with enthusiasm and sometimes with skill. Linda lives in Port Townsend in the house she and her husband began building 20 years ago. She is an active volunteer with Olympic Angels and The Dove House. 11/1/2023 Friends Technical Advisory Committee The Friends will convene a technical advisory committee to assist the board and staff in developing plans in such areas as plantings, environmental stewardship, youth and family activities, course maintenance, and other areas. Some potential members have been identified; however, at this point we are listing the skill sets that we seek; we are open to suggestions in this area. We will convene this group in early January. Desired skill sets include: • community outreach and fund raising • prairie and native plantings • public access — trails and features, wayfinding • habitat enhancement • golf course operations; best practices for turf as well as business operations • organic turf management approaches • technology enhancements • School athletics (golf, cross country, ...) • Youth member • Parent, family representative • Tribe and cultural resources • Events and community activities 11/1/2023 Lease Phasing and Milestones Proposal Phase 1: 2024/2025 Phase 2: 2026-2030 Phase 3: 2031- 2035 Phase 4: 2036-2046 Two-year milestones 5 -year milestones 5 -year milestones 10 -year milestones Business Planning and Investment and Full Major Capital Operation of Model Initial Public Access Implementation Phase Investments Phase Links Golf Park and Actions with Public Programs Public Access Underway Programs Golf Course Operations: Golf Course Operations: Golf Course Operations: Golf Course Operations: Links course becomes a Initial renovations and Undertake course capital Continue targeted improvements are improvements based on investment in course statewide model of 9 - completed; maintenance business and investment improvements. hole course. operations are underway; plan and phasing plans; Goal: course is operated needed equipment is operations team is in fully as a destination links secured; train operations in place; volunteer course staff & volunteers. programs underway. Metric: Links course Metric: Improved Golf starting to get Course, updated irrigation. established. Financial Planning & Financial Planning & Financial Planning & Financial Planning & Governance: Governance: Governance: Governance: Data collection and The course is net positive Marketing partnerships NP generates funds to tracking of operations; operation by year 3; are fully developed and contribute to other prepare business and implement marketing utilized; visitor packages community causes. capital investment plan; plan; new board members with hotels in place; develop marketing/fund replace interim board; annual financial raising plan; 2 -year ongoing fundraising; sponsorships are milestones are reached and capital campaign is secured; annual charity a 20 -year commitment in completed to fund phased events are fully place. improvements. scheduled and Metric: Golf Course will be underway. financially sustainable. Metric: four annual charity events will be implemented each year. Community Access: Community Access: Community Access: Community Access: Improve community access Trail installation Continue trail Golf park grounds area through short term continues; n/s pathway improvements; install well-established successes; evaluate trial completed; wayfinding wayfinding, signage, community treasure. closure times; install e/w design is completed; lighting; public access trail; verify trail plan closure times established; modes are well-defined locations. Seasonal year-round event and and used, concerts and events are concert programming is Metric: Selected trails held. underway. accessible to the general Metric: Selected trails will Metric: Complete n/s public. be open to walkers; Golf connecting trail, open to Course will close four times public; four community. a year for public access. 11/1/2023 Two community events will events will be scheduled be scheduled a year during per year first two years. Expand Recreation Uses Expand Recreation Uses Expand Recreation Uses Expand Recreation Uses Design and fund miniature Install miniature golf; Connections with school golf; continue and expand disc and foot golf are fully programs fully cross country team and integrated into underway; family other uses; school and operations; Ongoing friendly programming is family programs defined. programming connections well-established Add disc and foot golf. with youth and family Metric: Hold four Metric: Average of two introductory events to rounds per day will be encourage and introduce reserved for disc and/or disc and foot golf. foot golf per year. Metric: four events for youth and families per year will be implemented. Build Partnerships: Build Partnerships: Build Partnerships: Build Partnerships: Develop uses and Continue work and Continue to identify agreements with service programs with service compatible associations clubs, tribes, schools, groups; consult regularly and resources; Native Plant Society, etc.; with the technical convene technical advisory advisory committee. committee. Metric: Continue to build Metric: A minimum of four partnerships. The Friends entities will be in will add two more partnership with the Golf partnership groups that Park, thus increasing public will access golf park. access. Facilities Improvements: Facilities Improvements: Facilities Improvements: Facilities Improvements: Undertake remodel and Main buildings cleaned and Plan for clubhouse updated: welcoming entry, renovation complete; expansion of clubhouse pro shop, first floor and capital campaign initiated facilities; expanded food basement improvements; and completed; and beverage services; expand meeting and expanded food and community uses; beverage services; full maintenance buildings programming of cleaned and in full use community and visitor use Metric: Clubhouse will be (meetings, weddings, etc) utilized for community Metric: Restaurant will be uses, downstairs will be fully up and running. booked by at least four entities each year during the first two years. Grounds and Turf: Grounds and Turf: Grounds and Turf: Grounds and Turf: Initial irrigation upgrades; Expanded irrigation Native plantings are well initial tee and greens system upgrades; integrated into links improvements, per David continue upgrade of tees, course; low water use Hein Report. greens. irrigation fully implemented 11/1/2023 Metric: Updated irrigation, turf management improvement. Environmental Environmental Environmental Environmental Stewardship: Stewardship: Stewardship: Stewardship: Identify and expand native Continue expansion of Continue native Links course and and prairie planting areas; prairie and native plantings; utilize model associated plantings are adopt sustainable turf plantings; implement sustainable turf well established; management practices; sustainable turf management practices; Continue with wildlife plan for course- management practices; install bird blind. sustainable, organic, turf wide enhancements seek certifications. management practices. Metric: Native areas will be enhanced by 10% per year. Technical Advances: Technical Advances: Technical Advances: Technical Advances: New electronic controls for Target full fleet of electric All electric equipment; Continued technical sprinklers; transition to equipment and carts; install solar array; solar innovations and electric equipment and apply for solar grant. trail lighting. upgrades. ca rts. Other Capital Other Capital Other Capital Other Capital Improvements: Improvements: Improvements: Improvements: Friends to work City install playground; Construct amphitheater To be determined collaboratively with the city Temporary amphitheater and driving range on locating and applying in use; explore permanent facilities (dependent on for a grant for nature amphitheater and driving future of driving range). playground. range construction Metric: Receive RCO grant, options. install playground. Affordable Housing: Affordable Housing: Affordable Housing: Affordable Housing: Evaluate golf course City evaluates housing City may permit housing 'Virtual' driving range operations related to needs. and notify Friends that installed if housing identified affordable housing construction will construction is initiated. housing areas. begin in 2035; initiate relocation of holes 5/6 as may be required. 11/1/2023 H N City Reserve Area Possible Recyclery area? 19th and San Juan 1 sir • �rH1 IN Event Space & Pro Shop J Improve interior spaces Expand meeting and community uses Playground 7 Site cleared Coordinate with City on Design and location Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 2 year conceptual plan _Driving Range Establish seasonal concerts Community Access Trails and wayfinding plan Construct E/W trail, Evaluate Closure times Environmental Stewardship Identify & expand native planting areas. Adopt sustainable turf management practices o Technical Advances Update to electric mowers Transition to electric carts -- Update irrigation computers Ii /r!/,ii611111 i Integrate Foot -Golf & Disc golf into course Miniature golf Finalize Design and Business/funding Plan Technical Advances Target all -electric equipment Apply for USDA solar grant IN Event Space & Pro Shop Complete renovation design Initiate capital campaign Playground J Construction complete hours and use established LAN11 Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 5 year conceptual plan Driving Range Design a new covered driving range and expanded patio for food/beverage program. Seasonal concert schedule established Community Access Construct trails, establish way -finding and beacon design Environmental Stewardship Expand native planting and prairie areas. Implement sustainable turf management practices Establish Audubon and TILTH certifications l ,(IIS 9lrll��»J,, Foot -Golf & Disc golf operating Miniature golf Established and operating Technical Advances All -electric equipment Install solar array Install solar lighting Native Plant J Society Nursery, educational and operations Structure �AH1 Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 10 year conceptual plan Expand Community Programs Construct new covered driving range and food/beverage space Event Spaces & Pro -shop Construct new space to include community event space, wedding venue, updated pro -shop and expanded maintenance/equipment space Community Access Trail Beacons and wayfinding established and under use. Continue improvements and connections IN Environmental Stewardship Continue native planting and sustainable turf management practices Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 10 year plan Event Space & Pro -shop Driving Range- Community space Construct new space to include community event space, Construct new covered driving range wedding venue, updated pro -shop and expanded food/beverage space maintenance/equipment space Implement "green" building practices Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 10 year plan Environmental Stewardship Expand native planting and Prairie area Established Audubon and TILTH certifications, implement organic turf management practices Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 10 year plan Expand Community Activities Northwest Native Miniature golf Implement new playground Design and build a new Putt -Putt park that is integrated integrate Foot -golf, Disc -golf into the native landscape, provides family activity and also and provide walking trail network provides educational signage for native planting Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 10 year plan Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 10 year plan Friends of Port Townsend Golf Park 10 year plan POWER POINT PRESENTATION TIPS Environmental sustainability Financial sustainability Operate 9 hole Golf Course Term length Increase public access Incorporate trails Collaborate with City on the playground Explore moving recyclery Provide opportunity for permanent affordable housing Access - Phases Phases U Financial sustainability Community Access: trails, programmatic, disc/foot golf, mini golf, playground PHASE 1: 2024-2025 • RESTORE GOLF COURSE • PROVIDE COMMUNITY ACCESS + TRAILS • EXPLORE RELOCAI ION OF RIECYCLERY • RENOVATE BASEMENT FOR COMMUNITY USE • APPLY FOR RCO GRANT TO FUND PLAYGROUND • COMMITMENTTO SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES. 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MMMOM =01, I-Ti-.Tsl M m wom M, a a Ctuest'imons/Discussion 01, 111y (f port Townsen Agenda Bill AB23-255 Meeting Date: November 6,2023 Agenda Item: X.B ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Submitted By: Emma Bolin Date Submitted: November 1, 2023 Department: Planning & Community Development Contact Phone: 360-390-4048 SUBJECT: Authorizing the City Manager to enter into contracts to abate longstanding nuisance code violations. CATEGORY: BUDGET IMPACT: ❑ Consent ❑ Resolution Expenditure Amount: $30,000 ❑ Staff Report ❑ Ordinance Included in Budget? Yes ❑x No ❑ ❑ Contract Approval ❑x Other: Motion ❑ Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) ❑ 3 -Year Strategic Plan: N/A Cost Allocation Fund: Choose an item, . SUMMARY STATEMENT: City staff have engaged in ongoing code enforcement actions for nuisance violations at 1008 16th Steet since 2011 without resolution. The attached staff presentation details the enforcement history as well as past and current conditions of junk/material accumulation observed on the property and adjacent public rights-of-way. Multiple recent attempts at voluntary compliance with the property owner did not result in abatement of the nuisance conditions. As a result, the City has issued Notice and Orders of Violation, civil infractions, and civil penalties. While these enforcement actions have resulted in some improvements in nuisance conditions, significant nuisance violations remain, progress remains slow, and the property owner appears unwilling or unable to bring the property into compliance. Additionally, the City continues to receive concerns about the ongoing nuisance conditions at this property. Staff will present to Council additional enforcement actions that aim to resolve the longstanding nuisance violations at this property and adjacent rights-of-way. One of the options is cleaning up the property through a Warrant of Abatement and would require an expenditure of $30,000 dollars. The remainder of 2023 will be spent filing court documents. Abatement costs would be expended in the 2024 budget year for which $30,000 will be set aside. ATTACHMENTS: a. Staff presentation: Options to Resolve Longstanding Nuisance Code Violations b. Procedural posture: 2011-2020 c. Procedural posture: 2021-2023 CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/A RECOMMENDED ACTION: Move to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with an abatement company not to exceed $30,000 to clean up 1008 16th Street should the court grant the City a Warrant of Abatement as well as to clean up accumulated junk in the adjoining City rights of way. ALTERNATIVES: ❑x Take No Action ❑x Refer to Committee ❑x Refer to Staff ❑x Postpone Action ❑ Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑x Other: Options to Resolve Longstanding Nuisance Code Violations Port Townsend City Council Meeting November 6th, 2023 !4'h'M'�fl1111mIIllluuuuuuumminuuoillllllW11111ffff�IW1U711fflffMllIIIIIIIIIIIl011uuuuuuuw����������Mumulmll01111111U1UlRfIUlnRlffffff�01111111ummmumuuumulllllll�I�IIIIIIIIIN KT Labadie Code Compliance Officer Heidi Greenwood City Attorney History of Nuisance Conditions: 100816th Street • First complaint received in 2011 • Despite ongoing enforcement action from City, nuisance conditions continued to persist and increase until 2022/23 • Some improvements observed in nuisance conditions but significant nuisance conditions remain • Materials/items present: • Vehicles and junk vehicles, typically filled with materials • Scrap metal • Tools, welding equipment, and construction materials • Household goods and other materials • Boats History of Enforcement Actions Since 2011: • The City has issued at least 8 Request for Voluntary Compliance letters and at least 4 Notice and Orders of Violation. • Multiple deadline extensions granted and sufficient time/opportunities to abate nuisance conditions provided. • 28 infractions, from 5/3/23 to 8/15/23 (totaling $14,364 dollars, including court fees). • Daily civil penalties with enhanced penalties, beginning on 9/8/23 (totaling $40,500 as of 10/31/23). Photo History and Timeline: June 2011 - October 2023 1. City receives initial complaint in June 2011 about junk accumulation on the property and adjacent rights-of-way. of property at that time. City initiates code indicate compliance Early -mid 2015 1/29/2015, a few weeks after these photos were compliance was not met in early -mid 2015; Late 2015 dated 12/15/15 show improvements in nuisance conditions (but no narrative to go with pick up again until late 2018. 7) Complaint received 11/05/2018 states that nuisance conditions increased over the previous 3 years. 8) Only one photo in case records from 2018. 9) Case file contains a Notice and Order of Violation, dated 5/14/2018, from Jefferson County Public Health to the same property owner for solid waste and junk vehicle violations for a property in Brinnon. Case notes indicate that after the NOV was issued a large number of materials were brought to 1008 161h Street. 10) No enforcement action was taken by the City in 2018. 2018 2019 11) City Issued a Notice property owner on 8/8/2019 with 120 -day deadline to abate all 12) Photos show nuisance conditions after failing to meet 12/9/2019 deadline to abate 2020 13) Photos taken 8 months later show nuisance conditions were still not abated. City did not pursue additional enforcement actions in NOV, such as infractions or penalties. ly ly 2021 15) The City continued to receive complaints in 2021. 1 started as Code Compliance Officer in August of 2021, and began working on the case. 16) Given the lapse in enforcement, a new case was initiated and I issued a Request for Voluntary Compliance letter on 11/1/2021. 2021: A new approach • Ensure follow through with enforcement and consequences for lack of compliance. • Gaps in enforcement and lack of follow through after NOV deadlines allowed nuisance conditions to persist and worsen for a decade. • Set property owner up for success as much as possible while also holding them accountable. • Start with a small area to avoid overwhelm. • Begin with clearing of 16th Street ROW to improve access to property for emergency response and future clearing of other areas. • Establish clear requirements and deadlines. • Meet with property owner every 2 weeks to review progress. Image from 2021 RVC compliance plan showing how the 161h Street ROW was divided into 4 sections for a phased clean up. 2022: Some improvements, but compliance issues persisted 16th Street ROW was cleared (after two 2 -week extensions); however, some of the items were moved onto the owner's private property or Wilson Street ROW and the owner continued to bring new items on site. • This was a violation of requirements for voluntary compliance. • The behavior of relocating items to "clean" a specific area was noted by previous Code Compliance Officer. • Instead of issuing a Notice and Order of Violation for lack of compliance, I suggested to the owner that he consider hiring a dumpster for a final opportunity at voluntary compliance. • This would allow the owner to choose items from across his property and adjacent ROWS for disposal. • Full dumpster loads would document progress of items leaving the property. • The owner agreed to use a dumpster. 2022: Compliance issues persisted with use of dumpster The use of multiple 20 -yard dumpsters did result in removal of items from the ROW and owner's property; however: • Items were being stored again in the 16th Street ROW, which had previously been cleared. • Property owner stated he brought items from his storage units and threw them away in dumpster, even after multiple reminders to focus on nuisance conditions on his property. • Property owner began filling dumpster with yard debris and tree trimmings, rather than abating nuisance conditions. • Property owner seemed focused on achieving a dumpster that appeared full, rather than reducing the nuisance conditions on his property. • After five 20 -yard dumpsters I did not observe a significant decrease in nuisance conditions on the property or ROWs. 2022: Notice and Order of Violation • Notice and Order of Violation was issued on 10/27/2022 with a 45 -day deadline to abate all nuisance conditions. • Property owner did not appeal NOV. NOV deadline of 12/12/2022, compliance was not met. Some reduction in material on east side of the house was observed. The dumpster was not emptied for 2 months and was around 5% full, and materials were being stored in the previously cleared 16th Street ROW. 2023: Civil Infractions, Notice and Order, and Civil Penalties 28 infractions issued, from 5/3/23 to 8/15/23 (totaling $14,364 dollars, including court fees). • Property owner said he did not open them and/or check his mail and did not contact District Court for alternative arrangements or to dispute infractions. • Due to lack of compliance, a new Notice and Order of Violation was issued on 9/1/23 to provide property owner with notice of civil penalties and other enforcement actions. • Daily civil penalties with enhanced penalties, began accruing on 9/8/23 (totaling $40,500 as of 10/31/23). Conditions on November 1st 2023 East side of house Conditions on November 1st 2023 West Side of House And photo from September 20th 2023 when gate was open. Conditions on November 1st 2023 16th Street ROW Wilson Street ROW What happens next? City staff worked with the property owner for over ten years and progress has occurred, but significant nuisance conditions persist. Given slow progress and history of non- compliance, the nuisance conditions will take years to resolve or may not resolve without additional action by the City. Not taking additional actions allows the nuisance conditions to persist, is a threat to public health and safety, and requires ongoing staff time to monitor the situation. • Not following through on enforcement in the past contributed to the conditions we see today. Options to Resolve Nuisance Conditions 1) Warrant of Council authorizes expenditure to contract with abatement $30,000 (in 2024 Achieves goal of abating Abatement company to clean the property and adjacent ROWs. PCD budget), plus nuisance conditions. court/filing fees. Currently Requires upfront costs and City Attorney files a lien to recover abatement costs and a lien have two bids at $12k and while full cost recovery is foreclosure lawsuit (does not require Council authorization). $26k ($12k bid did not likely there is no Property is auctioned and City's lien is paid (along with back view property, only guarantee. Owner could buy property taxes and other liens, if applicable). photos). property at auction. 2) Lien Civil Penalties City Attorney files a lien on the property for accrued civil Court/filing fees No upfront cost to abate. penalties ($40,500 as of 10/31/23) and a lien foreclosure Code enforcement would lawsuit (does not require Council start over with new owner or authorization). Property is auctioned and City's lien is paid continue with current owner (along with back property taxes and other liens, if applicable). if they purchase property. 3) Option 1 or 2, with Same actions as above but allow for a set delay (such as 60 See costs above. The owner might clean up set delay days) to put owner on notice of City's intent to initiate action. the property to avoid option 1 and 2. Prolongs enforcement, follow-through tenuous if unanticipated events occur (e.g. case history of staff turnover and COVID related furloughs). 1008 16" Street Parcel: 9669000054 There have been code enforcement cases initiated and on-going on the property at 1008 16t11 St., in the City of Port Townsend, since 2011. Enforcement efforts have been attempted to resolve junk accumulation violations on site and within both adjacent City right of ways of 16t1i and Wilson Streets, without resolution. Procedural Posture Case #COD11-061 1. 06/29/2011 — Official complaint received regarding junk accumulation, junk vehicles and rats on site. 2. 08/02/2011 — Request for Voluntary Compliance letter issued; no deadline provided. 1.5 months were noted to be agreed upon by the property owner to resolve the situation. Compliance was not tnet. 3. 02/05/2013 — Second enforcement letter was issued; no deadline provided. 4. 03/25/2014 — Complaint was received indicating additional trash/junk was brought on to the property and storage was extending from private property to surrounding City right of ways. 5. 08/19/2014 — Third enforcement letter issued; City requested action be initiated within 10 days of receipt of the letter, with the property owner (Jeffrey Larson) to file a written compliance plan to be approved by Development Services, detailing a timeline in which the property would meet compliance. Vehicles stored in the right of way with expired tabs were addressed as well. Cornpliance was not met. 6. 9/16/2014 — The City drafted a compliance agreement and staff provided a copy to Mr. Larson at his residence. It was requested he contact staff to meet at the City offices to review and sign the agreement. 7. 9/23/2014 — The agreement was signed by the property owner providing multiple, phased deadlines, the final being February 28, 2015. The agreement called for the removal of vehicles and junk accumulation from the City right of ways adjacent his property, clearing a 10' area from all sides of his residence as required by the Fire Marshall, remove the remaining items from his property or advise the City in writing that he would fence the property meeting City fence requirements. Compliance was not meta 8. 01/29/2015 — Notice and Order of Violation issued; The City advised Mr. Larson he was in breach of the voluntary compliance agreement andas strcNt tlle,g&gcrnent w�� �kiLticelledled. The NOV stated it incorporated and superseded all previous letters and agreements. Larson was provided 30 days to correct all issues on site, remove the 1986 Chevy Suburban or demonstrate it was running, Clear 10' from all sides of the residence, and install a 6' wooden fence around the entire property, the fence being a minimum of 10' from the property line. Compliance was not met. 9. 02/09/2015 — Appeal filed; Mr. Larson submitted an appeal to Development Services, stating he believed he met compliance under the signed agreement. 10. 2/27/2015 — Agreement to Postpone Hearing; Appeal of Administrative Decision. The City and Mr. Larson signed an agreement to postpone the hearing examiner's hearing, while they sought resolution. The parties agreed to postpone a hearing date until after March 15, 2015, to which the City agreed to give written notice to Mr. Larson if a hearing was intended to be scheduled. The Notice and Order assessed a $250.00 per day penalty beginning February 1, 2015, stating the penalty would be suspended pending the outcome of the appeal. The Notice and Order also required certain actions be taken by' set forth deadlines, no later than February 28, 2015. Those deadlines were suspended pending the outcome of the appeal. Larson signed and agreed to 5 corrective actions and complete all by 5/1/2015. Compliance was not met. Case #COD18-096 1. 05/14/2018 — Jefferson County Health Department issued an enforcement letter to Jeffrey Larson regarding property he owns in Brinnon, WA. He was provided a deadline to dispose of the solid waste on site within 30 days of receipt of the letter. He was advised he would be issued $513.00 per day fines for non-compliance. Shortly after this A large number of items showed up in the City right of ways adjacent to the property at 1008 16" Street. 2. 11/05/2018 — A complaint was received regarding the on-going condition of the property at 1008 16th Street with regard to serious junk accumulation, junk vehicles, overgrown vegetation, utility personnel unable to access the property to read the meter on site. 3. 08/08/2019 — Notice and Order of Violation was issued on the property for ongoing junk accumulation issues on the private property and surrounding City right of ways. Enforcement was intended to be a phased process first focusing on the surrounding adjacent City right of ways. A deadline was provided 120 days out due December 9"', 2019, to allow for time for the removal of serious junk accumulation and vehicles on site. 4. 09/24/2019 & 09/27/2019 —1 emailed Jeffrey Larson in attempts to speak with him to create a plan towards meeting compliance by his December deadline and to discuss junk vehicles in the City right of way adjacent to his property. Mr. Larson responded the following week and agreed to meet me on site. 5. 10/01/2019 — I met with Mr. Larson on site and advised him I did not see any progress made since the NOV was issued on 8/8/2019. I addressed the junk vehicles on site and parking regulations for City right of ways. I requested we meet at my office to devise a plan towards resolution, Mr. Larson declined. 6. 12/9/2019 - NOV Deadline, drove past property and no apparent progress had been made or action taken since the NOV was issued 120 days earlier. Comphance was not met, 7. 12/12/2019 — Mr. Larson called me and advised he was commencing work that day (3 days after the provided deadline). He stated he had a wood pile removed from the rear of the property (not outlined in the NOV), he would work to remove items against his fence adjacent to 16"' Street, and stated the suburban was removed from his property/unopened ROW of Wilson St. The Toyota truck was removed from the property sometime between 11/15/2019 and 12/12/2019. 8. 12/23/2019 - I performed a site inspection, it did not appear any work was performed in the City ROW's as required in the issued NOV. The only apparent cleared areas were the areas where the red Jeep had been parked in the ROW of 16"' Street adjacent to the home, and where the suburban and Toyota truck had been removed from the East side of the home. 9. 1/10/2020 — Mr. Larson called and advised he was working on the property but not in the adjacent City right of ways. I advised Mr. Larson that I appreciated his communication, but efforts needed to be focused on the City Right of ways, as outlined in the NOV. I advised him the NOV deadline had passed and it did not appear that work was being performed towards reaching compliance. I advised him I would be meeting with City management regarding next steps in his case enforcement. I suggested he work on the City ROW's to show a good faith effort and to continue to update me on his efforts. 10. 1/23/2020 — Mr. Larson called and advised he had two truckloads of items removed to the dump and recycling. He stated he had an extra day off and would focus on cleaning the City ROW's over his three days off. 11. 2/03/2020 — Mr. Larson called and advised he had an additional truck load of items removed from the property and taken to the dump and recycling. I advised Mr. Larson I saw no visible improvements to the adjacent City ROW's although he reported truck loads of items being removed from the property and City ROW's. I advised him that I met with the City attorney on January 31, 2020 and informed her there was no visible improvement made towards meeting compliance. He said he would continue working in the City ROW and requested an inspection for the following day. 12. 2/4/2020 —1 met Mr. Larson on site and took pictures of the property and adjacent City ROW's from 161'' Street. It appeared that items had been removed from the front fence adjacent to 16"' Street, however the once vacant space on the East side of the home, where the suburban and truck had been removed, now appeared to house those same items. In looking at pictures from previous site visits, I could identify items reported to have been removed from the property now relocated to the opposite side of the home (from the West side of the home in the City ROW of 16`x' Street, to the East side of the home in the City ROW's of 16"' and Wilson streets, and on his private property). I told Mr. Larson it appeared items were moved and relocated in the City ROW's and on his property and I identified specific items to him. Mr. Larson denied moving items from the West side of the home to the East side of the home. I asked Mr. Larson if he had receipts for the items he advised were removed from the property, as required in the NOV. He stated he did not have receipts but paid for the services with a credit card. 13. Due to COVID-19, City staff were furloughed, and I was out of the office from mid-April to mid- July. 14. 8/12/2020 — I performed a site visit and no progress appeared to have been made in the City right of ways or on the property during the 3 months I was out of the office. I did not receive any updates from Mr. Larson during the same time period. The City received complaints in August, that Mr. Larson was bringing additional items on to the property. Facts The City of Port Townsend has been receiving ongoing complaints regarding junk accumulation and junk vehicles on the property and/or located in the adjacent City right of ways, since 2011. 1. At any given time the residence has 3-5 vehicles and/or vessels in varying condition either; meeting the WA State RCW junk vehicle criteria, and/or are not licensed, and/or that have flat tires, and/or that do not appear to be operable, parked on private property and/or are being parked and/or stored in the adjacent City right of ways of 16"' and Wilson Streets. 2. Serious levels of junk accumulation have extended past the property lines into the adjacent City right of ways of 16th and Wilson Streets. 3. Neighbors have expressed concerns of potential hazards associated with junk accumulation on site; environmental - liquid spills (ground water), fire hazards (metal, chemicals), and health hazards (rats). 4. All efforts attempted in the past 9 years to obtain resolution with the property owner have resulted in non-compliance, with any efforts made quickly replaced with additional junk accumulation, resulting in worse conditions on site than when previously contacted. The following are violations under the Port Townsend Municipal Code PTM PTMC 9.08,.020, Nuisances - (E) "The existence of any accumulation of materials or objects in a location when the same endangers property, safety or constitutes afire hazard",- (J)(7) " The erecting, maintaining, using, placing, depositing, leaving or permitting to be or remain in or upon any private lot, building, structure or premises, or in or upon any street, alley, sidewalk, park, parkway or other public or private place in the city, any one or more of the following disorderly, disturbing, unsanitary, fly producing, rat -harboring, disease -causing places, conditions or things ": "Any trash, litter, rags, accumulations of empty barrels, boxes, crates, packing cases, mattresses, bedding, excelsior, packing hay, straw or other packing material, lumber not neatly piled, scrap iron, tin or other metal not neatly piled or anything whatsoever in which flies or rats may breed or multiply or which may be afire hazard"; (N) "The existence or maintenance on any premises of a storage area, junk yard or dumping ground for the wrecking or disassembling of automobiles, trucks, trailers, house trailers, boats, tractors or other vehicle or machinery of any kind, or for the storing or leaving of worn out, wrecked, inoperative or abandoned automobiles, trucks, trailers, housetrailers, boats, tractors or other vehicles or machinery of any kind or of any major parts thereof,- except as allowed by the other ordinances of the city". PTMC 12.04.075, Private Uses in the right of--wpy (A)(1) "Unless authorized by other city regulations (for example, special use permit, temporary fence), it is prohibited to locate private structures in the rights-of-way (including, but not limited to, fences, sheds, garages, storage containers, propane tanks, woodpiles, private no parking signs, etc.), whether on a temporary or permanent basis." PTMQ 13_.1 1 tl(i0ter Service unlawful "; (C) "It is unlawful for any person to store, maintain or keep any goods, merchandise, materials or rubbish within a distance offive feet of, or to interfere with, the access or operation of any water meter, gate valve, fire hydrant, or other appurtenance in use on any water service, connection, water main, or fire protection service." Based on the violations listed under the Notice and Order issued on 8/8/2019, complaints received during and after the 120 days provided for the homeowner to meet compliance, and after recent inspections and observations of the property, the following are noted; 1. The property remains in violation of all the above listed violations as set forth in the Notice and Order of Violation issued on 8/8/2019. Proactive efforts are not being taken by the property owner to resolve the violations on site. Attempts to work with the property owner over the past 9 years have resulted in non- compliance with conditions becoming worse after each attempt towards compliance. The junk accumulation on site and in the surrounding adjacent City right of ways is excessive and poses potential hazards to the property owner and surrounding neighborhood if not resolved. I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that the forgoing is true and correct: .. .... � _ .... ....w. Aid � . .M. ....a Date/City of Port Townsend Signature / Katie Quesada Code Compliance Officer Case # COD21-036 Code Enforcement 04/2021 to 10/2023 100816th Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Parcel # 948308204 Property owner: Jeffrey M Larson The City has engaged in ongoing code enforcement action at property 1008 16th Street in the City of Port Townsend since 2011. Enforcement efforts have attempted to resolve nuisance violations resulting from material/junk accumulation on the property referenced above and in the adjacent 16th Street and Wilson Street rights-of-way. Compliance has not been achieved and the property/owner remains in violation of PTMC 9.08.020, PTMC 9.08.030 C(1-4), D(2) and I(1), and PTMC 12.04.075. For a summary of code enforcement from 6/29/2011 to 8/12/2020, see procedural posture signed and dated 9/18/2020. Procedural Posture ............ .................... .. 4/19/2021 The City received a complaint about increased junk accumulation at 1008 16th Street, including a request for updates on previous code enforcement actions at this property. There was a lapse in code enforcement due to staff furloughs in the summer of 2020 and a staff departure in December of 2020. A new Code Compliance Officer was not hired until August of 2021, at which time this complaint was reviewed. 9/13/2021 As the new Code Compliance Officer I viewed the property from the public right of way to determine if the property was in violation. I observed nuisance conditions which appeared worse than what was shown in case file photos, indicating that the property owner (Mr. Larson) continued to bring materials onto his property and adjacent rights-of-way (ROW) during the lapse in enforcement. I observed piles of materials 3-6 feet or more in height covering the majority of Mr. Larson's property and adjacent ROWs. Multiple vehicles filled with materials was also observed, as well as a boat parked in the Wilson Street ROW across the street. ....... _._ _._. _.___....--._._.-_. 10/13/2021 1 met with Mr. Larson at his property to let him know enforcement actions would be initiated again and to discuss his plans to clean up the property. I informed Mr. Larson that I would be issuing a Request for Voluntary Compliance letter. 11/1/2021 Request for Voluntary Compliance (RVC) letter was issued by mail. Given the amount of materials on the property and adjacent rights of way, the RVC was focused on clearing the 16th Street ROW as a first step towards compliance. A compliance plan was included with RVC to detail the deadlines and requirements. . _.................................._ ._ 11/12/2021 Per the RVC, Mr. Larson and I were scheduled to meet onsite every 2 weeks to review his progress. Mr. Larson did not show up to this scheduled meeting. I observed some progress in clean up of the 16th Street ROW and also noted that the Jeep Cherokee parked in the right of way with a broken window now had a flat tire. 11/18/2021 Met with Mr. Larson at his property to discuss his progress and the RVC/compliance plan. He requested some changes to the plan/deadlines so he could focus on cleaning specific areas of the 16th Street ROW first to improve access to his side yard. ....... 11/22/2021 Issued an updated RVC to reflect Mr. Larsons requested changes, 12/2/2021 1 met with Mr. Larson at his property for our scheduled 2 week check in on his progress. Mr. Larson said he received but did not read the updated RVC, so I handed him a paper copy and reviewed it with him. Some progress was noted in the 16th Street ROW (items removed); however, some items appear to have been relocated and a refrigerator was now present in the ROW, wNch 6s ilii°: vl laflon of the 1 ------- - - . .......... . . . ­... . . .................................................................................. requirernents for voluntary comlj,,)Haince, 12/16/2021 1 met with Mr. Larson at his property for our scheduled 2 week check in on his progress. I observed that items in the 16th Street ROW had mostly been "organized" rather than removed. The fridge was still present. ............................ . . . ................................................ 1/05/2022 Received another complaint about the nuisance conditions at 1008 16th Street. 1/14/2022 1 met with Mr. Larson at his property for our scheduled 2 week check in on his progress. I observed some progress in the 16th Street ROW but no significant reduction in the number of materials present. .......... ....... . ............. 1/27/2022 1 met with Mr. Larson at his property for our scheduled 2 week check in on his progress. A significant number of items were still present in the 16th Street ROW, 2/10/2022 Deadline to clear areas C and D of 16th Street ROW (did not check property until the following week). .... .................. . . . ..... 2/17/2022 Site inspection to check if deadline was met. Area C&D of 16th Street ROW were cleared, except for the green trailer (which was permitted temporarily). I observed that ladders and other materials had been added to the Wilson Street ROW, which is hn vWlafion of the ii,-equ6rernee nts foii,- voluntary cornphaince. Mr. Larson asked for a deadline extension for areas A&B in 16th Street ROW, citing a week of lost work due to December snow/ice event. The extension was granted, with an additional 1-week extension for Mr. Larson to clear the area around the water meter as soon as possible (City staff were having access issues). . ............................. 2/28/2022 Site inspection. I observed additional items added to the Wilson Street right of way . .... . �s �n v�olafloin of the requhreirn.eints for voluntairy COVTIphar�ce.___ ........ . .... 3/2/2022 3`d RVC mailed to reflect the two-week extension. 3/17/2022 Deadline to clear area B in 16th Street ROW. While area B was cleared as required, I observed that additional materials had been added to the Wilson Street ROW, whic1h is in volafion of fl­w requiireirneints for voluintairy comphaince. 3/31/2022 Deadline to clear area A of 16th Street ROW, but deadline was pushed back to 4/12/22 at Mr. Larsons request. 4/12/2022 Site inspection. I observed that the 16th Street ROW was cleared of all materials (outside of vehicles). I observed that materials were added to the Wilson Street ROW and Mr. Larson's private property, wh1ch 'is rn violation of the ireagtfirernerOB for VOItAntary coirriphance. Additionally, some of these items were from the 16th Street ROW, indicating that items were "moved around" rather than disposed of or properly stored, causing the conditions in other areas to be made worse by the clearing of the 16th Street ROW. TMs is h'i Oolafloin of reqkfirernent D(d) lien the compliance 1plarl. ............. 4/28/2022 1 met with Mr. Larson at his property to discuss requirements moving forward. I explained to Mr. Larson that the City could issue a Notice and Order of Violation, as some of the requirements for voluntary compliance were not met. I explained that he would be given one last opportunity for voluntary compliance, and that an observable reduction in the number of items and materials would be required. I suggested the use of a dumpster, as it would allow him to focus on removing items from across his property, rather than having to clear a specific area, and then I could view the dumpster when it is full to document his progress/removal of items. I reminded Mr. Larson of the possible consequences should he fail to abate the conditions through voluntary compliance (Notice and Order of Violation, penalties/fines, warrant of abatement, City charges him for cost of abatement, or condemnation of the property) Mr. Larson said he would call his waste provider to inquire about a dumpster. . . . . . . . ... .. .......... ................ 5/02/2022 Mr. Larson called to inform me that he scheduled dumpster service. ------ - ----------- 5/12/2022 Mr. Larson called to say a 20-yard dumpster was dropped off. 4th RVC issued by mail. I also left a paper copy in a sealed bag on the dumpster, as which time I observed new items placed in the previously cleared 16 Ih Street ROW. I called Mr. Larson to inform .............. . ............... .........____-ta aru��lltf�niini �rpairar _____________......... him this was al .._ ..... ary a*ompalharice requirements and to remove those items immediately. At his request, I permitted a small sorting table next to dumpster _ but no storage of items in the 16th Street ROW 5/26/2022 Met with Mr. Larson to view progress after 2 we ..........� � p _.�_.. weeks with the dam stet. A minimal amount of trash bags were observed in the dumpster (less than 15% full). The previously cleared area of the 16th Street ROW continues to be filled with items (not fn coirmalphance). Mr. Larson indicated that he is bringing items from his storage unit to sort and throw away, to make room for items from his property. I explained this was not reducing nuisance conditions unless he actually threw the items away and, in exchange, immediately took items from his property to the storage unit. I told him to focus on throwing away items from his property to reduce nuisance conditions. 6/1/2022 Did a site inspection to view progress filling the he dumpster. The amount of materials in the 16th Street ROW continues to grow, including the number of items in the green and red trailers (rot alta compHainc ). I called Mr. Larson and he said he brought more items from his storage unit to throw away; however, many items are in the ROW and not the dumpster„ _ 6/8/2022 Received a complaint about Mr. Larson parking a second boat in the ROW. I visited the property and verified the addition of a boat to the Wilson Street ROW (riot hi comp prance), _... _....... ..__ g...... ...... 6/9/2022 Mr. Larson called to cancel our meeting and asked to meet the following week due to heavy rains. Extension granted. I asked Mr. Larson to remove the newly added boat as it is in violation of compliance requirements. 6/16/2022 Met with Mr. Larson to view progress. The newlyaddedwas still present, ent, but the green truck bed trailer was removed. Some items from the 16th Street ROW had been removed; however, the pile of items behind his fence line appears taller (not ki coirripllpanc ). The dumpster contains only a few new items when compared to photos from 5/26/2022. 1 reminded Mr. Larson that the deadline to fill the dumpster was the following day, and he indicated he was unaware there was a deadline. I told him the deadline was made clear in the 4th RVC and he indicated he did not read it. Given the heavy rains and my upcoming work schedule we agreed on a 2 -week extension for him to fill the dumpster. I reminded Mr. Larson of the potential consequences should he fail to remain in voluntary compliance. _ 6/29/2022 Deadline to have 15t dumpster filled, but I observed that it was only 50% full at my 4.pm inspection. Mr. Larson indicated he would work into the evening to fill the dumpster before it was picked up in the morning. 6/30/2022 1 went to view the dumpster at 8:15 am but it had already been removed. Mr. Larson did not provide photo evidence of how full the dumpster was before pick up. An empty dumpster was returned later that cla 7/11/2022 Sit inspection. I observed 1 trash bag and 1 metal trash can, indicating the 2nd dumpster has sat almost empty for 12 days. The previously cleared 16th Street ROW remains full of materials and the second boat has yet to be removed (riot pima corarn plia ince),, _ 7/12/2022 Mr. Larson requested a 1 -week extension to keep filling the dumpster. 7/14/22 meeting rescheduled to 7/21/22. ................. _....... 7/19/2022 1 viewed the 2nd dumpster and observed that it was only 10% full after 3 weeks. Additional materials were observed in the 16th Street ROW (not pn coirallC.ahaince). talked with Mr. Larson by phone and he indicated that the boat had been removed, that he spent time sorting materials on his property that were damaged by water, and he was trying to give away items first before placing them in the dumpster. I informed him again of requirements to clean his property. We agreed to postpone our 7/21/22 meeting and Mr. Larson said he would have the dumpster filled by 7/29/22. .._. ........... ...... _.....W �_ ........ 7/26/2022 1 observed that the 2nd dumpster was still less than 50% full. Mr. Larson called me later that day and explained he was spending time sorting items in his garage and would need another extension. I informed Mr. Larson I would be issuing a new RVC with firm deadlines and requirements as he seems unable or unwilling to fill up the dumpster according to his own established deadlines. _. _ _ 7/27/2022 51h RVC issued to Mr. Larson by mail and also provided him a paper copy in person. I read through the requirements with Mr. Larson. I explained this was the final opportunity to abate nuisance conditions through voluntary compliance. I also showed him photos from 4/6/2015 to show him how much worse the nuisance conditions have become over the years despite ongoing enforcement action from the City. 8/4/2022 Met with Mr. Larson at his property. He cut back the kiwi vines as required from the overhead lines. I observed that the 16th Street ROW was not yet cleared and the Wilson Street ROW contained more materials (not in compliance). The 2nd dumpster was 50-60% full. I observed a red pickup truck parked in Wilson Street ROW. 8/5/2022 1 observed that the 16th Street ROW was now cleared as required; however, I observed that the piles of materials behind his fence were taller (riot iiia cornpllia irlc ). Very little additional material was observed in the 2"d dumpster. The red pick up truck was still in the ROW still and Mr. Larson indicated it would be removed by Monday and the dumpster picked up Tuesday 8/9/22. 8/8/2022 Mr. Larson called to say the 2nd dumpster was accidently picked up today instead of 8/9/22 as planned. Mr. Larson said the dumpster was almost full but when asked he did not have photo evidence. I called Waste Connections and they indicated that there was a communication issue, and both parties were at fault for the early pick up. Waste Connections also said their driver said the dumpster was a little over half full. I went to property to verify that a new dumpster had been delivered. This is the 3rd dumpster which is required to be removed by 8/30/22. 8/9. �......._ _. 8/16/2022 1 observed that after 8 days the 3rd dumpster was less than 10% full, 8/17/2022 Received a call from a neighbor that Mr. Larson brought a truck load of items to the property. I called and asked Mr. Larson about new items and he said he was cleaning out his storage unit (snot: in coiraa lliance). 8/23/2022 /23/2021 observed that 30-40% of the 3rd dumpster was filled, mostly with items in black trash bags. It appeared that Mr. Larson is using part of the dumpster as a staging area with his sorting tables. -8/29/2022 1 observed the 3rd dumpster was between % and 2/3rdsfull. Most items are in bags so I could not verify what they were or if I had observed those items on the property. Mr„ Larson indicated that he was clearing a path to his garage but when asked if I could _ view the area he said there was stuff in the way. 8/30/2022 Deadlinetofill the 3rd dumpster. I viewed the dumpster at 8:15 am and it was 85-90% full. I returned at 4:45 pm and I observed additional black trash bags added to dumpster which appeared full. 8/31/2022 Dumpster was picked up and brought back empty. This is the 0 dumpster which is required to be removed by 9/20/22. _ to _ ....... _..... ......... 9/8/2022 1 observed that after 9 days the 4 dumpster remains almost empty. 9/12/2022 I observed that the 41h dumpster was still almost empty, except for a few nicer items near the door (which typically indicated that Mr. Larson is staging them there to keep 1_1or give away'). _ -9/1-5/2022 2022 1 was out of the office and the City's Building Inspector stopped / / at the property to take photos of the dumpster. From the photos I observed that the dumpster contained 4-5 trash bags, as well as a table, chair, and new propane cooker near the (indicating are likely being stagged there to keep or give away). door indicatin these items 9/19/2022 Deadline to fill the 4th dumpster. Imstopped by in the morning to view progress before our scheduled 4:30 pm meeting. I observed that the dumpster was around 85% full. Some plant debris was noted, as were multiple blue tarps covering items in dumpster (despite no rain in forecast). Most items were bagged in black trash bags. Upon returning at 4:301 noted the dumpster was full, it contained additional plant debris, tarps were covering materials in dumpster, and there appeared to be a large carboard box in a trash bag. I did not observe a visible reduction of material on the property. When asked, Mr. Larson said he was cleaning the back side of his property and had stagged bags there for removal. I asked if I could view this area to document progress and he said it was difficult to access. _ —9/20/2022� Dumpste.._r� was emptied and brought back to property. This is the 5th dumpster which is to be filled and removed by 10/.12/22. .. � ...._.... _ 10/5/2022 p as spending time moving 1 called Mr. Larson for a progress update. He indicated he w items to his storage units and he plans to work on the dumpster, __- to�'__.� 1 observed that the 5 was less than 10% full. 10/10/222 pster to ster was less than 1 3 3 weeks. The dumpster 1 observed that the 5 dump full after contained a large number of tree branches, and I observed that many of the trees to the east of Mr. Larson's house had been trimmed. I also observed that many of the black trash bags appeared to contain plant material, as leaves and sticks were poking out of trash bags. I observed very little in the way of trash or other materials from his property in the dumpster. I called Mr. Larson and told him that plant debris was prohibited, to switch to clear trash bags, and that filling the dumpster without actually reducing the nuisance conditions on his property does not meet the requirements for voluntary compliance. _ _ - 10/11/2022 erials in the dumpster were placed over materials I observed that a mattress and box spring at and that there were gaps/open spaces below. The dumpster did contain some additional items I previously observed on his property, such as a row of theater chairs, as well as clear trash bags full of materials; however, the dumpster appears to have been filled in a way to "look full". While the City did not expect to see observable progress after 1 or 2 dumpster loads (given the number of materials on his property), a significant reduction in materials should have been observed after filling five 20 -yard dumpsters. Based on my observations, Mr. Larson seems unwilling or unable to abate the nuisance conditions and is often focused on other actions that don't result in a significant reduction in nuisance conditions on his property, such as throwing away vegetation debris and bringing items from his storage units. I discussed the slow and limited progress I observed with the PCD Director and the City Attorney. It was determined that Mr. Larson was provided ample opportunities for voluntary compliance, volu.aiintar cornl',,)h::ince a:ondinues to not Ike ro° et, and a Notice and Order of Violation would be issued. 10/12/2022 Deadline to remove dumpster. Mr. Larson called to say the dumpster would be picked up a day late due to payment on his dumpster bill. ...� _.._ 10 / 2022 26/ 1 observed that the 6th dumpster, which has been in place for 2 weeks, was less than 5% full. 10/27/2022...... Notice and O_�.__..�,. �_...�_.....�._._.�. rder of Violation mailed to Mr. Larson by regular and certified mail, with a 45 deadline (12/11/2022) to abate all nuisance conditions. 10/28/2022 1 left a copy of the NOV at the door of the dumpster. I called Mr. Larson to let him know that he did not meet the requirements for voluntary compliance and that an NOV was issued with a new 45 -day deadline to abate all nuisance conditions on his property and in the ROW. I informed Mr. Larson that he could fill the dumpster on his own schedule, or clean the property in whatever manner he chooses, and that I will only be coming out to check at the 45 -day deadline. 12/9/22 da before the NOV deadline and claimed that he did not Mr. Larson called two y - receive a copy of the NOV. 1'reminded him that I explained the NOV deadline to him over the phone on 10/28/22, at which time I also told him I left a copy at the dumpster and copies were sent by regular and certified mail to his Port Townsend PO Box. The certified letter was returned to me with two attempts at delivery. Mr. Larson chose to not check his PO Box or retrieve the paper copy I left at the dumpster. I asked Mr. Larson how many times he's had the dumpster filled/removed and he indicated that the same dumpster is still in place since 10/13/22.. 12/12/2022 NOV deadline to abate all nuisance conditions, comphan e was not imet, I met Mr. Larson at the property and observed that the dumpster contained very few items. Mr. Larson indicated that the dumpster was expensive and he regretted agreeing to use a dumpster. He indicated that he threw away most of the items he wanted to throw way, and had a preference to recycle. I observed that items were once again being stored in the 16th Street ROW. I did note that the piles on the east side of his house were reduced, but they were still 4-5 feet in height and the overall nuisance conditions were significant. Mr. Larson indicated that he needed another 45 days to clean the east side of his lot and the rights of way. I told him that it would take a few months for the City to pursue additional enforcement actions so he still has an opportunity to abate all nuisance conditions, or show enough significant progress for the City to reconsider next steps with enforcement. 1/11/2023 Mr. Larson called and said he is getting rid of the red Honda Civic in the right-of-way. 3/21/2023 1 went to the property to view progress and noted that the same—d`6" ame dumpster was only half full. The area on the east side of the house showed some progress but the area around the dumpster in the 16th Street ROW was filled with materials. The red Honda Civic was removed from the ROW. I also observed that the front window of his home was now broken out. Over 90 days has passed since Mr. Larson indicated he needed another 45 days to clean the property and I observed limited progress since that time. /3/2023 I filed a report with �._- ._.... M � . 4 p Adult Protective Services due to the ongoing nuisance conditions on Mr. Larson's property and the broken window in his home that remains unrepaired. 5/3/2023 Site inspection, cmmrnpliaince was not imet. I observed no significant reduction in nuisance conditions as observed from the ROWs. New materials have been placed in the 16th Street ROW and the Red Jeep Cherokee (with broken window and flat tire) now has blackberries growing into the side of the vehicle. Since Mr. Larson failed to meet the 12/12/2023 NOV deadline, and the nuisance conditions remained unabated since that time, per the NOV I issued Mr. Larson an infraction. I called Mr. Larson to inform him that I issued an infraction, and that he would receive infractions by mail directly from the District Court. I encouraged him to read the back of the infractions for actions he can take. _..._.�.._ .... i 5/12/2023 Infraction issued for nuisance violations I observed on 5/ 10/ m.mmn�n m23. �lluaomcam was not rnet. 5/19/2023 Infraction issued for nuisance violations I observed on 5/18/23. —was morn e� . ._ _...... 5/26/2023 Infraction issued for nuisance violations I observed on 5/24/23. /24/23. Cor nlp�lusin;ms yrs s not nrne,t. 6/20/2023 Infractions issued for nuisance violations I observed on 6/2/23 and 6/8/23, Coirmsphance was irnot met. ............... __ 7/3/2023 Infractions issued for nuisance violations I observed on 6/26/23 and 6/30/23. 1 called Mr. Larson as I had not heard from him since I began issuing infractions 2 months ago.. He indicated that he had not checked his mail for the infractions. I also informed him that I contacted the police about his vehicles being parked long term in the right of way and requested that they tag the vehicles with a 24-hour parking notice. °o mplhaince was not r net. 7/5/2023 _.... I observed that in response to the vehicles being tagged Mr. Larson moved them 15 to 20 feet east in the right of way. Mr. Larson used the blue van to block in the Jeep Cherokee. Both vehicles remained filled with materials/junk. The Jeep Cherokee continues to have a missing back window. ...._.........__..�...�......�.......... ..._.... ._....... � 7/11/2023 Infractions issued for nuisance violations I observed on 7/3/23, 7/5/23, 7/6/23, 7/7/23, and 7/10/23. Coir�rnphan°nce was not rn�net. _._. _. ...... _ ...... .. ._...... 7/20/2023 Infractions issued for nuisance violations I observed on 7/11/23, 7/12/23, 7/14/23, 7/17/23, 7/18/23, 7/19/2.3, and 7/20/23. C rnp hannce was not me . .._................... _.... ....... 7/26/2023 Infractions issued for nuisance violations I observed on7/21/23, 7/25/23, and 7/26/23. Corn wll6aname was not rna�. t. _ $ A 8/16/2023 Infractions issued for nuisance violations I observed on 7/31/23, 8/1/23, 8/2/23, 8/3/23, and 8/4/23. This brought the total to 28 infractions at $513 dollars each (including court fees). Based on my observations compared to previous photos of the east side of Mr. Larson's property, a noticeable reduction has occurred; however, a significant number of materials remained on the east side of the house, Wilson Street ROW, and other locations on Mr. , s property, 9w/1/2023 Given the limited and slow" pr gress andongo ng lack of compliance ce ua plia ce toabate tall nuisance conditions on the property and ROWS, a 2nd Notice and Order of Violation was issued to Mr. Larson by certified and regular mail. The 2nd NOV notified Mr. Larson of enforcement actions including civil penalties with enhanced penalties, warrant of abatement, and notice of intent to lien the property due to unresolved nuisance violations on his property and adjacent ROWS,_... 9/5/2023 1 met with Mr. Larson at his property to give him a copy of the NOV (Building Inspector present as a witness). Mr. Larson said he secured another storage unit and planned to move items there. I explained the City was ceasing civil infractions and would pursue other enforcement actions as listed in the NOV. I explained that we planned to pursue a warrant of abatement and had already received estimates from companies to clean up his property, but that we would be taking the issue to City Council so he still had at least 60 days before these actions were pursued. I informed Mr. Larson that civil penalties would begin accruing on 9/8/2022. When asked, Mr. Larson said he did not contact the District Court about his civil infractions, and claimed he did not know he had been issued 28 infractions. _ �._......� civil. mmd penalties begin accruing ($750 total per day), 9/25/2023 Mr.j 9/8/2023 Larspenalties on called to say he did not understand/remember requirements to clean his property. p � we set up a meeting to discuss in person. . I ex lamed it again to him and ...... 10/5/2023 1 met with Mr. Larson to review requirements for compliance. He asked about what he was allowed to keep on his property vs. what had to be removed. I explained again that he had too many items, that there needs to be significantly more bare ground, and that many of the items are now considered junk as they have been exposed long I term to the elements. He again expressed his preference to recycle or give items away rather than throwing them away. .�..�.............. _....._. _. 10/13/2023 1 stopped by the property to view progress. Mr. Larson was present and indicated _ again his plans to give items away. Coirrnplhance was riot erne _ 10 20/2023 1 observed that the conditions on the property and adjacent rights / p p y � of way were ...� ...similar or slightly improved. Cornphance was n°nnat nnrnet. _._ _...... .....m 10/24/2023 1 observed that the conditions on the property and adjacent rights of way were i similar or slightly improved. C�airni i°annn ami was riot anet. � _....... ..._.. _... .._ 10/30/2023 1 observed that the conditions on the property and adjacent rights of way were similar or slightly improved�.or njjml aii�nca��vas ana21 rnet. � w 11/1/2023 1 _.. observed that the conditions on the property and adjacent rights of way were similar or slightly improved. COMp°aallliairnce was isnot anet. Mr. Larson called to provide me with and update on his progress. Facts The City of Port Townsend has received complaints regarding junk accumulation, nuisance conditions, and junk vehicles on the property and/or adjacent rights-of-way since 2011. 1. At any given time the residence has 3-5 vehicles, trailers, and/or boats in varying condition either; meeting the WA State RCW for junk vehicles, and/or having flat tires or broken windows, and/or appearing to be inoperable, and/or are filled with junk/materials, and/or are stored/parked long term in the Wilson Street and 16th Steet rights-of-way. 2. Significant levels of junk accumulation limit access to the property and structures on site and extend beyond the property lines into the adjacent Wilson Street and 16th Street rights-of-way. 3. An accumulation of junk/materials that presents a potential risk to public health, safety, and the environment, including harborage of rats, fire risk, and potential ground contamination from car batteries and other materials. 4. All efforts attempted in the past 12 years to obtain resolution with the property owner have resulted in limited or short lived progress and non-compliance. The following are violations under the Port Townsend Municipal Code PTMC PTMC 9,08.020 Prohibited conduct. It is unlawful for any person to erect, contrive, cause, continue, deposit, maintain, or permit to exist any nuisance within the city including on the property of any person or upon any public rights-of-way. PTMC 9,08.030 TvDes of nuisances. C. Accumulations of Garbage and Materials. 1. Any accumulation, stack, or pile of building or construction materials not associated with a current, in -progress project and not in a lawful storage structure or container. 2. Any accumulation of broken, discarded, inoperable, or neglected items or parts thereof, including, but not limited to, household furniture, furnishings, equipment, appliances, machinery, litter, salvage materials, or junk not in an approved enclosed structure, container, or waste receptacle. 3. Any garbage, waste, refuse, litter, debris, recyclables, rubble, or other materials, or combination thereof, not in an approved enclosed structure, container, or waste receptacle. 4. Any accumulation of materials or objects, including dry vegetation, in a manner that endangers property or safety, or constitutes a fire hazard as determined by the fire code official or East Jefferson Fire and Rescue. D. The erecting, maintaining, using, placing, depositing, leaving or permitting to be or remain in or upon any private lot, building, structure or premises, or in or upon any street, alley, sidewalk, park, parkway, or other public or private place in the city, any one or more of the following disorderly, disturbing, unsanitary, disease -causing places, conditions or things: 2. Any materials, garbage, waste, refuse, litter, or debris in which insects may breed or multiply or which may provide harborage for rats or other vermin. I. Motor Vehicles. 1. The existence or maintenance on any premises of a storage area, junk yard or dumping ground for the wrecking or disassembling of automobiles, trucks, trailers, recreational vehicles, boats, tractors or other vehicle or machinery of any kind, or for the storing or leaving of worn out, wrecked, junk, apparently inoperable, or abandoned automobiles, trucks, trailers, recreational 8 vehicles, boats, tractors or other vehicles or machinery of any kind or of any major parts thereof; except as allowed by the other ordinances of the city. PTIC 12.04.015 Private uses in the right-of-way. A. Structures in the Right -of -Way. 1. Unless authorized by other city regulations (for example, special use permit, temporary fence), it is prohibited to locate private structures in the rights-of-way (including, but not limited to, fences, sheds, garages, storage containers, propane tanks, wood piles, private no parking signs, etc.), whether on a temporary or permanent basis. Based on the violations listed under the Notice and Order of Violation issued on 9/1/2023 and my continued observations of the property and communications with the property owner: 1. The property remains in violation of all of the above listed violations as set forth in the Notice and Order of Violation issued on 9/1/2023. 2. Some progress in abatement has occurred; however, severe junk accumulation is still present, progress remains slow, and the property owner seems unwilling or unable to abate all nuisance conditions on his property and the adjacent rights-of-way. 3. The junk accumulations on site and in the surrounding rights-of-way is excessive and poses potential hazards to the property owner and surrounding area if not resolved. I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Wash in t b)that the forgoing is true and _. correct. Date igr�aiu °e/ KT Labadie Code Compliance Officer From: Rvan Chadwick To: nubliccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: (Corrected) Property at 1008 16th St. Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 7:28:13 AM I live at 1625 Wilson St. and share the south 50' property line with 1008 16th St. The amount of junk, debris and garbage can be seen from our house and is continually increasing. There is a "fence", that is barely standing upright, keeping all of the material from sliding into our property. There are many hazardous materials to the environment and to humans on the property. I have an 8year old and a 5year old. This property has been like this since we bought the home in 2015. The property needs to be cleared. The owner has a history of hoarding and has lost a property from similar actions before. I find it appalling that the city has let it go this far! What good is city code compliance if you are not doing anything about this? From the city website, "Code enforcement is a critical component to maintaining the health, safety, and vitality of the City of Port Townsend." Junk accumulation I have meet with KT LaBadie, she has listened and seen the concerns about the property. I find that the City is not acting! This is unacceptable. He has multiple violations, it is well documented and like I said it's been going on for over a decade. Ryan Chadwick 1625 Wilson Street Port Townsend Sent from my iPhone From: dcovert To: nu b1iccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: City Council Agenda 6 Nov., item: X. New Business B., Date: Friday, November 3, 2023 8:36:11 AM Attachments: Comment to City Council re 1008 16th st. cleanup.docx Regarding City Council Agenda item: X. New Business B., 6 November 2023 Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into Contracts to Abate Longstanding Nuisance Code Violations, I submit the following comment. I have experienced this long standing code violation for the last eight years since I moved to Port Townsend and purchased the house at 1022 16th St., next door to the property identified above, 1008 16th St. At that time the accumulated junk was confined within the boundaries of the 1008 property, mostly behind fences. Since then the accumulation has expanded to cover the area from the property lines to the 16th street pavement and the Wilson Street City right of way. It covers nearly every square foot and to a depth of several feet in places. Some of the junk has toppled onto my property. Invasive vegetation grows into my yard requiring removal annually; it has also grown to contact the power lines to the residence. The junk includes many cylinders labeled as compressed gasses, propane and others, some without protective caps. Much of the junk has rusted or decayed beyond any use or value. Rats and racoons infest the property. One of the buildings on the property extends within the 5 foot setback, "to within 3 feet or maybe less" according to the owner. The City Code compliance officers have worked diligently with the owner over the past 5 plus years to help him rectify the situation - all to no avail. I extend my thanks and sincere appreciation to KT Labadie who has attended to this detail almost daily to document the situation, to bring evidence to the City, and to inform me and adjoining homeowners of efforts made. The property is a dump in a residential neighborhood. This unacceptable condition and continual expansion, a clear violation of City Code, must be rectified as soon as possible. If not now, then when and by whom? Sincerely, David S. Covert, 1022 16th St., Port Townsend Regarding City Council Agenda item: X. New Business B., 6 November 2023 Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into Contracts to Abate Longstanding Nuisance Code Violations, I submit the following comment. I have experienced this long standing code violation for the last eight years since I moved to Port Townsend and purchased the house at 1022 16th St., next door to the property identified above, 1008 16th St. At that time the accumulated junk was confined within the boundaries of the 1008 property, mostly behind fences. Since then the accumulation has expanded to cover the area from the property lines to the 16th street pavement and the Wilson Street City right of way. It covers nearly every square foot and to a depth of several feet in places. Some of the junk has toppled onto my property. Invasive vegetation grows into my yard requiring removal annually; it has also grown to contact the power lines to the residence. The junk includes many cylinders labeled as compressed gasses, propane and others, some without protective caps. Much of the junk has rusted or decayed beyond any use or value. Rats and racoons infest the property. One of the buildings on the property extends within the 5 foot setback, "to within 3 feet or maybe less" according to the owner. The City Code compliance officers have worked diligently with the owner over the past 5 plus years to help him rectify the situation - all to no avail. I extend my thanks and sincere appreciation to KT Labadie who has attended to this detail almost daily to document the situation, to bring evidence to the City, and to inform me and adjoining homeowners of efforts made. The property is a dump in a residential neighborhood. This unacceptable condition and continual expansion, a clear violation of City Code, must be rectified as soon as possible. If not now, then when and by whom? Sincerely, David S. Covert, 1022 16th St., Port Townsend From: kkaufC6whidbev.net To: nubliccommentC6citvofot.us Subject: Nov 6 hearing concerning 1008 16th St. Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023 7:12:53 PM CAUTION: External Email To the Council; We are writing to urge your approval of moving forward with the clean tip at 1008 16th Street. We have watched this property in the seven years we have lived in this neighborhood, and the problem continues to worsen. Our concerns are threefold: 1. This property now constitutes a serious fire hazard, something which we thought about frequently over our very dry summer. Numerous flammable materials are openly stored on the property, as well as wood and other combustible materials. The dwelling itself appears to be completely full of combustibles, and is closely overhung with trees. If a fire were to start anywhere on this property, the Fire Department would find it nearly impossible to approach, indeed, it might not even be safe to do so. A fire would quickly spread to other homes, and if trees caught, it could spread over adjoining houses on 16th as well as those at the back of the property on 17th. Containers of motor oil and gasoline could easily be the spark. 2. This property backs up to a galley that drains to Kah Tai creek and then into the lagoon. Hazardous materials kept on the property present a danger of leaking into the soil, and then into the creek. There are numerous machines, motors and tools that can be leaching oil, gas, paint, and perhaps heavy metals into the soil. Only a serious clean tip will mitigate this situation, and the safeguarding of the lagoon for wildlife habitat is in the interest of everyone in Port Townsend, not just the immediate neighbors. 3. This property constitutes a public health nuisance as a shelter for rats, regardless of any work the rest of us in the neighborhood do against vermin. We are only a few short blocks from Salish Coast Elementary School; we should all be concerned that a burgeoning rat population on this property could easily spread to the school grounds. This is a difficult situation, one that can only be solved through the actions of the City. Please vote to authorize the financial means to move forward with the clean up. Thank you for your attention, Kristine Kaufman & Tom Bird 1812 Gise St 111y (f port Townsen Agenda Bill AB23-256 Meeting Date: November 6, 2023 Agenda Item: X.0 ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ❑ Special Business Meeting Submitted By: Connie Anderson, Finance Director Date Submitted: November 4, 2023 Department: Finance & Technology Services Contact Phone: 360-379-4403 SUBJECT: 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget CATEGORY: BUDGET IMPACT: ❑ Consent ❑ Resolution 1 Staff Report ❑ Ordinance Contract Approval ❑x Other: Expenditure Amount: Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) 3 -Year Strategic Plan: N/A Cost Allocation Fund: N/A SUMMARY STATEMENT: Included in Budget? Yes ❑ No ❑ The 2024 preliminary budget is presented. It's time to begin focusing on both the work plan and the numbers that keep operations going and strategic initiatives moving forward. The 2024 budget centers on initial steps to implement the findings of the financial sustainability initiative report presented to Council at the July 10th City Council Retreat. Council provided initial guidance this last month. Support was indicated for the investments in tools, people, streamlined policies and processes. Council also indicated the importance of maintaining revenue sources that will support financial health for the future. A robust 2024 workplan was outlined at the July Council Retreat. As projects were weighed for consideration, both budget and time were calculated. Staff time is one of the most valuable resources the City has. When we are fully staffed, 83% of staff time is devoted to the normal operations of the City, leaving only 17% to focus on strategic projects. This calculation emphasizes the importance of focusing the time of this limited resource on the strategic projects that will provide results with the biggest impact for the community. As noted in the presentation on October 2, 2023, the 2024 revenue forecast reflects a conservative approach, balancing the economic conditions and watching the ever -shifting economy on the horizon. The goal is to remain conservative while leveraging the resources the City has available. Sound financial decisions made today will make a difference on the sustainability of our City in future years. Effective planning ensures a strong, stable workforce reinforced with the right tools needed to do the work. Investments in Tools & People Strategic staffing. With continued focus on service levels, a total of 109.3 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) positions is proposed. New budgeted positions include City Custodial, City Electrician, Wastewater Apprentice Wastewater Operator (1 year crossover), Grants Coordinator and restoring two frozen positions — Streets Maintenance Worker and an IT Technician. Staffing includes maintain 4 seasonals, 2 each for Streets and Parks. The new full time City custodial position will replace 1 seasonal. The requested positions will bring capacity, add strategic value, and aim to reduce overall costs. The 2024 proposed budget includes a 3.6% COLA for general government and non - represented staff. A salary survey was also completed in 2023 and this budget includes salary adjustments to bring non -represented staff on par with market. Also included are skills -development adjustments for staff because of job description and salary schedule changes brought before Council throughout this past year. The police contract expires December 2023 and is currently in negotiations. The general government contract will expire December 2024. The right tools. The proposed budget includes an investment in the tools necessary to deliver core services. Investments include fleet vehicles and equipment, software, and facility upgrades. Smart seed funding. Effective planning includes setting aside reserve money for future needs. The 2024 proposed budget includes seed money to establish an internal service fund for facilities. The funding includes both operations and maintenance as well as replacement reserves. The proposed budget includes hiring a consultant to assist with building a sustainable model that will support the ongoing operations and maintenance of our City facilities as well as plan for larger expenses such as a new roof, HVAC system or carpet replacement. Staff is also requesting consideration for future funding of the City's fleet. Historically, vehicles funded by the general revenues of the City are not included in the Fleet replacement reserve. New vehicles are only purchased when there is extra budget room available from general revenues. ARPA funds have been utilized to purchase several vehicles and large equipment purchases over the last couple of years. This has been a tremendous lift, providing funding for 8 vehicles as well as a much needed large equipment. The 2024 proposed budget Includes $250k for vehicle replacement outside of normal replacement reserves or ARPA funds. A Proposed Fleet Replacement Option table has been included for consideration. A contribution to Fleet would be an addition to the Proposed Budget as presented. The option table presents a basic plan to restore the fund over a 5 -year period, beginning in 2024 using General Fund reserves. One important thing to note: to ensure the reserves are adequate to replace the new vehicles in future years, the departments are contributing to the Fleet Replacement Reserve on a go forward basis. Policy Considerations. Effective planning for the future includes making policy decisions today that set values and principles to provide future guidance. Policies are the backbone of how our City works. During the budget process, financial policy revisions will be provided to Council for consideration and adoption with the 2024 budget. The first will be focused on establishing a disciplined debt policy that is more conservative than state or federal standards and provides guardrails to ensure responsible use of debt. In addition, policies that provide sensible streamlining of day-to-day operations around purchasing and staffing requirements will be proposed. Notes: • Any changes made to the Budget Summary and Key Goals are marked in ured. Upcoming discussion opportunities: • November 20 - Public Hearings on revenues, property tax levy and 2024 budget adoption • December 4 —Public Hearing on 2024 budget adoption. Capital Facilities Plan and 2023 Year End Supplemental Budget ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 2. Revised 150 Lodging Tax Budget Summary and Key Goals 3. Proposed Fleet Replacement Option CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: October — Finance & Budget Committee — recommendation to bring continuation of the 1.5% public utility tax Council for review. Council review on October 16 — recommended including the revenue in the Proposed Budget, final decision pending. RECOMMENDED ACTION: No Action Required ALTERNATIVES: ❑ Take No Action ❑ Refer to Committee ❑ Refer to Staff ❑ Postpone Action ❑ Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑ Other: luuuuuuuuuuuum�111111 C,4t�� �s�t��,,,uaVIVW � �f�ViVii����� ����iiiou���oo��oi��o���o�o���m���ort ownsen ���� ��u 1l�u�u 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget �,,,mj ' c'tyof r t r M4 PO ow4l041se41006[d CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND VISION A thriving community for all... CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MISSION STATEMENT Champion aspirations for a thriving community as envisioned in our Comprehensive Plan THE 2024 CITY MANAGER BUDGET AND 2023 REVIEW Message from the City Manager Drawing together a responsible, disciplined, and strategic budget is somewhat like assembling a three-dimensional puzzle. There are many pieces, and each piece doesn't really make sense on its own. It takes time to understand the shape and scale of the pieces and how they relate to each other. Once the pieces start clicking together, it takes the form of something more cohesive, stable, and sensible. It becomes something that keeps our community running and guides us. We've put our heads together to puzzle over the 2024 budget, working out a series of inter -related puzzles at the same time — all while the pieces themselves actually morph and change. For instance, we've been working toward a more comprehensive vision for our streets and transportation that serves all of us. We've been working to increase the availability of attainable workforce housing. We've been envisioning the future of the golf course, and a regional aquatic center. And much more. While each of these things is, itself, substantive and complex, focusing only on one of them at a time misses a more honest discussion of tradeoffs and balance, as well as the strategic power of the whole. That's why we spent time in 2022 and 2023 getting our minds across all of it so we can better solve for the future. The Financial Sustainability Initiative, with its Task Force, City Council workshop, report, and videos, took the City down a strategic pathway that we've never dared to go before. After all, previously, it was easier to deny there's a problem worth solving or to give up and say we don't know how — and much harder to take on the whole darn thing. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 1 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget But we did. Doing so unlocked a range of smart, interrelated options for our future. Doing so forced us to face some tough truths and to take accountability for past neglect. Doing so allows us to catch up on lost time. For the high level, please have a look at the videos on our YouTube channel: @cityofporttownsend. For the detail, please have a look at the report: https://cityofpt.usfengagept/r)age/financial-sustainability-initiative. The work on financial sustainability sets us up for several key moves over the next several years, including those in our 2024 strategic work plan, developed and workshopped with City staff and City Council in July. So, what's in the 2024 budget? Five key highlights: • Strategic staffing. We have been chronically understaffed. With 109.3 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) positions, the 2024 budget brings in new positions that bring capacity, add strategic value, and aim to reduce overall costs. They include: City Custodial, City Electrician, Streets Maintenance Worker, IT Technician, Wastewater Apprentice, Wastewater Operator, Grants Coordinator, and Seasonal Staffing. • The right tools. We have struggled with old or even nonexistent tools that prevent us from maximizing staff efforts and delivering core services. Investments in the fleet, equipment, and capital will help us get the right tools for the job. • Smart seed funding. We do not plan well for facilities replacement and repair. Essentially, we've previously just hoped things don't break and then scramble to find money when they inevitably do. Realizing that's simply not good enough, we have established a plan to seed -fund a facilities program, looking forward multiple years and proactively setting aside funding for facilities before a more costly emergency repair or replacement is needed. This loops back to staffing, helping to pay for expertise to maintain what we have. It also loops back to the 2023 budget when we paid off debt early to free up capacity that helped create the seed funding. We are also taking a similar approach with some elements of the fleet that do not currently have such a preventative program in place. • Disciplined debt policy. While we are within national guidance on debt, we still have too much debt. A new debt policy takes a more conservative approach than state and federal standards, setting a percentage revenue limit for our maximum general obligation debt to ensure that we use debt responsibly, if at all. That means not borrowing for grant match and ensuring we have a better handle on costs before debt financing is even considered. • Sensible streamlining. Many of our policies have been in place for decades and are not fit for purpose. In fact, in many cases, existing policies like our purchasing policy or salary schedule policy create duplication and unnecessary processes that make us inefficient and less effective. Like our ongoing approach to permitting, we are sensibly streamlining policies to best optimize necessary checks and balances with desired efficiency and productivity. Thank you for taking the time to learn about the 2024 budget. I encourage you to keep reading — and to stay engaged in the budget process, since it fuels everything we do as 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 2 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget a city. If you're puzzled by the process or how to get involved, please reach out to me by email at imauro .cityofnt.us, attend one of my coffee conversations each first Friday of the month (see newsletter or the City's Facebook page for details), or tune in to my regular show on KPTZ each Thursday at 12:30. I'm truly excited for the opportunity to serve this unique community. Together, we can move beyond difficult years of COVID, and past many years of missed opportunity for priorities like parks, streets, and housing. We can puzzle together and solve for the future together — toward a future that's healthier, more inclusive, more resilient for everyone. John Mauro City Manager 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 3 City of Port Townsend 2024 Proposed Budget Fund Summary CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND 2024 PROPOSED BUDGET FUND SUMMARY GRA N D, T'OTA L 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 79:1 59,75:13,253 61,286,724 R.evvs. Exp, YI'E Tar gelt 4s"333 22,1774 9, 7 Q'SS3 0 2,104 0 53,3SS J: 5 9,;77161 3 2 2, 351 4,8104)) 0 179,094 1 9': 7, EiY' /I 2,954,173 r5 N5'e� °Y77q 6 2 1,1017 5 2'9'1 34,2,92 1 6 2, ] S3 SZ3,2 2 7 Of (3 4 2 1 7 11!11�1:3 20241,Projected Ending Lund Balance 4,6,015,668 3091274 13,03 16, 445,470 A SID, 3 614 1,1031152 9,11SIE66 7A361 0'9,337 1S7A979 SIGA246 4,3 X2,;924 6197,514 32,243 4A726 36,97101 IA2,93 2,350,563 2,11 DA 21,0 BAS16A,353 21'9,.37 E, 2A230 1:3,71011,714 247AHZ 245,2,76 1AA64A3AA 703, 27 5 29A201 2,690,654 29 GA A 4 2 29AA33 0 3,25,,875 72,6,611i) 26,391,32101 4 202:3 Est. Ending Revenlie, Expense, Lund Bailiance, Rdizet": ElUdizelll GIENERAL FUND, 5,258,8,01'.1 15,341,325 15,994,459 Drug Enforc. / Contingency 263,274 45'033 0 AIR F'A G ra in t: 973,343 0 3&0NIB07 Street 41616,916 1,452,35I 1, ,9 2 9,,07'7 Li bir a r y 554,46,9 1,222,430 1,316,533 R E a I Est a t E Ex c i sE Ta K, :1,109,392 695' o00 7 Of 4, 70C, Ladgi ing Ta x 9,113,733 535,000 530',11'7 Fire / ENIS 7,361 2,000 2,003 Affc,rdable Housing &7,233 35,000 52,996 Community Devela,pirnent Black Grant 157,'57'9 201033 201,030 Cam im u in i ty Se rivi c a s 762,3'90 3,113,213 3,059,95'3 T'OTAL SPECIAL REV FUNDS, 5,16:13,419 7,1&0,49[4 8,101 1 101, qS8 DEBT S,ER, I VICE FUND 63 7,798, 1,127,896 1, 10, 68, 18,01 General Capital 353,594 392,307 713,659 Stir a a t Ca pi t a 1 1,0391175 4,412,039 5,4A5,A&9 ,CAPET,AL PROJECTS, FUNDS, 1,391,77101 4,8014,346, 6,159,146 Golf Ciaurse 1,393 21,000 21,030 Syste m Deve I Dpm a in t! 2,671,469 7 9S,033 sas'sois iA%12 t�er /Sevier Ope rat,i anE 4,057,915 9,363,129 11,3101734 iN ate r / Se vi e r ca Pi t,a 1 5, 5 62,'7'7'9 14,016,926 11,062,653 StDI'M 0p,12rations 774,453 1,21:1,324 1,765,901 stiarm capital 1'2,240.1 593,655 SOZI 6 6 5 ENTERPRIS-E FUNDS, 13,1018,01,639 25,995,934 25,374,859 F u bI i : W arks Ad im i r 247,667 2,67,&A5 907,554 IT Equipment G&Ni Replacement 2 If 01394 42,91'91'7 17 ASA,035 Fleet Equipment Gularil/Replacement 2,525,497 999"905 2,051,059 EnginEiRriing Services 21DICA9 1,973,031 1,155,96 1-111EMPIDYMEMSElf-InsuranCE 29,201 .5101'000 .501000 INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS, 3,10133,41018 4,275,759 4,619,511 Firemen's FensiGn 329,523 27,500 &1015ZI Custodial / Refundable Dieposits 29,433 0 0 rolemorial Fund 0 0 0 FIDUCIARY FUNDfS- 3,58,13i% 27,500 60,581 GRA N D, T'OTA L 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 79:1 59,75:13,253 61,286,724 R.evvs. Exp, YI'E Tar gelt 4s"333 22,1774 9, 7 Q'SS3 0 2,104 0 53,3SS J: 5 9,;77161 3 2 2, 351 4,8104)) 0 179,094 1 9': 7, EiY' /I 2,954,173 r5 N5'e� °Y77q 6 2 1,1017 5 2'9'1 34,2,92 1 6 2, ] S3 SZ3,2 2 7 Of (3 4 2 1 7 11!11�1:3 20241,Projected Ending Lund Balance 4,6,015,668 3091274 13,03 16, 445,470 A SID, 3 614 1,1031152 9,11SIE66 7A361 0'9,337 1S7A979 SIGA246 4,3 X2,;924 6197,514 32,243 4A726 36,97101 IA2,93 2,350,563 2,11 DA 21,0 BAS16A,353 21'9,.37 E, 2A230 1:3,71011,714 247AHZ 245,2,76 1AA64A3AA 703, 27 5 29A201 2,690,654 29 GA A 4 2 29AA33 0 3,25,,875 72,6,611i) 26,391,32101 4 City of Port Townsend 2023 Forecast Fund Summary Revenue vs Expense Summary Estimated For the Period Ending December 31I, 2023 3ENJERAL FUND Drug Enforc. ) Contingency ABPA Grant Street Library Real Estate Excise Tart Lodging Tart Fire) EMS Affordable Housing Community Development Block Grant Community Services TOTAL SPECIAL REV FUNDS, DEBT SERVICE FUND, General Capital Street Capital CAPITAL P'Rt3JECTS, FUND5 BegunningRevenue. Fund Ba ance. Budtge9t* 6, 93,1, 28:1, 14,1181,332 Revenue Expense E'xpens�e. R8earvs:.Eixp Rev vs. Exp Ending' YTD, wcttuaf Budee:u* YTD Ac4uaf M E Targe YTD, ActuaI Fund Balance. 15.,1,76,105, 16,572,607 17,94R,486 (2,491,,275) (1„672,481) 5,258,801 203,145 150 60,130 - - 150 60,130 263,274 2,299,505 - 19,036 1,712,000 1,438,699 (1,712,000) (1,419,662) 879,843 479,484 1,171,775 1,213,437 1,654,275 1,276,224 (482500) (62,787) 416,696 587,341 1,203,905 1,199,069 1,217,295 1,231,943 (13,390) (32,873) 554,468 1,203,130 701,500 687,315 748,625 780,553 (47,125) (93,238) 1,109,892 721,406 525,750 593,098 511,243 370,721 14,507 222,377 943,783 7,302 4,000 748 4,000 689 - 59 7,361 83,937 100,101 76,193 92,896 92,896 7,205 (16,703) 67,233 159,317 20,150 18,662 20,000 20,000 150 (1,338) 157,978 597,061 2,479,904 2,567,012 2,477,913 2,401,183 1,991 165,829 762,890 6..341,62, 6.207„235 5,434,700, 8.438,247 7.,612.. 5 (2,231,012) (1.,178,203) 5,169,419, 396.,019r 2„795,639 4877.„22�7' 2„799046 2.635,448 (3,3;78') 241,779, X6.37,798 i 960,239 1,538,900 1,230,417 2,254,289 1,837,062 (715,389) (606,645) 353,594 195,118 1,765,281 2,373,944 6,666,058 1,530,887 (4,900,777) 843,057 1,038,175 1,155.3,57' 1304,181, 3.:604,361, 8.9,20,347' 3,367,948 (5,616,1646) 236,41,2, 1„39!1„770 Golf Course 2,500 25,000 20,055 24,672 20,672 328 (617) 1,883 System Development 2,156,674 369,440 829,164 33,500 314,369 335,940 514,795 2,671,469 Water Sewer Operations 4,081,850 9,333,609 9,174,077 10,463,278 9,198,112 (1,129,669) (24,035) 4,057,815 Water Sewer Capital 3,875,116 8,670,329 6,294,316 5,031,875 4,606,652 3,638,454 1,687,664 5,562,779 Storm Operations 677,661 1,173,824 1,226,206 1,635,982 1,129,415 (462,158) 96,792 774,453 Storm Capital 26,773 335,200 131,207 621,480 145,740 (286,280) (14,533) 12,240 E:NTE :B P NR IS E: F U NJ DS 10,92%573 19[.907,402 17,675425 17.810;787 1,5,414,959, 4,09a,615 2,260,065 11,080,639, Public Works Admin 139,877 764,238 754,731 770,878 646,941 (6,640) 107,790 247,667 IT Equipment O&M � Replacement 160,505 410,955 410,950 386,978 360,460 23,977 50,489 210,994 Fleet Equipment O&M? Replacement 2,268,986 808,170 824,197 1,367,083 567,687 (558,913) 256,511 2,525,497 Engineering Services 71,900 1,474,584 874,504 1,047,103 926,356 427,481 (51,852) 20,049 Unemployment Self -Insurance 22,346 50,000 10,000 50,000 3,145 - 6,855 29,201 INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS, 2,,6163„614 3,507,947' 2,874,.382 3,622,0141 2,504,.598 (1.14,094) 369,793, 3,033„408 Firemen's Pension 313,510 34,235 36,387 26,548 20,374 7,687 16,013 329,523 Custodial ) Refundable Deposits 4,748 - 51,386 - 26,701 - 24,685 29,433 Memorial Fund - - - - - - - FIDUCIARY FUNDS 318,258 34,235 87,774 26,548 47,076 7,687 40,698 358.958 3RdAND TOTAL 528'.,626,731, 5496837,970 548.,929,473 5,58.1896.593 548,,631,412, (5,3351,623) 5,299461 528.,924,791 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 5 City of Port Townsend General Fund Budget Detail and Summary Expenditures 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 In c rea se@ec rea s E General Fund 4,147,15,4 4,5,08,527 5,695,,920 6,047,871 6,800,782 2024 Proposed vs Supplies Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Bal'jance, 2,279,172 5,R311,932 689318283 6 93128 5,277,838 40.5% Rwenua,s 600 177,785 408,440 290,550 199,650 -31.3% T3XeS 7,796,481 9,041,775 10,818,822 10,249,102 10,627,012 3.7% Licenses & Permits 484,832 639,9119 608,316 482,5,00 496,5,00 2.9% Intergovernmental Smices 1,767,224 1,841,706 424,417 271,881 1,268,657 366.6% Charges for Goods & Services 1,935,624 2,055,288 2,283,732 2,038,568 2,297,475 12.7% Fines & P0r131tieS 20,624 2,474 2,195 8,000 9,900 23.8% 11011S3011311eOL1s ROVerIL18 116,209 206,959 265,842 189,281 301,781 59.4% Other Increases 920 20,841 25,,5,01 35,,000 35,000 0.0% Other F111311drIg Sources (inc. Transfers 111) 900 142,735 947,179 807,000 305,000 -62.2% Total[ Reve,nue, 12R122,814 13951 t6H 15,R376R005 14,©818332 115,3411,325, 8.9% Expenditures 106,705 120,157 140,095 189,085 189,604 0.3% Salaries & Wages & Benefits 4,147,15,4 4,5,08,527 5,695,,920 6,047,871 6,800,782 12.4% Supplies 61,434 85,736 75,653 88,378 151,800 71.8% Services 2,322,785 2,344,471 2,836,5,71 3,049,842 4,284,982 40.5% C3Pit31aLA13YS 600 177,785 408,440 290,550 199,650 -31.3% Debt Service - Principal - - - - - 64.1% Deist Service - Interest - - - - - 11.4% Other F111311drIg Uses (inc. Transfers Out) 2,557,991 5,215,827 8,012,866 6,106,389 4,557,245 -25.4% TDta I Expenditure 9,09,0,054 128332,345, 17R029R449 15,583R031 15 994,459 2.6%, Ret Change, in Fund Balance 3032 760 I R 619 r3 511 (11 R 6 5,3 R44 5,) (11 501R6.99) (65,38134) -56.5% Ending Fund Balance 5,R311,932 6R931,283 5,2778838 54298584 4,624,704 4.9% Fund Da 1. 8-15 of Reve n u e 43.8% 49.7% 343% 38.6% 301% lllllllllWWVNW 9.3% General Fund - Expenditures by Department 110137or & COLIMC11 106,705 120,157 140,095 189,085 189,604 0.3% City Manager 332,053 369,151 293,367 343,128 314,758 -8.3% C i ty attorney 473,441 483,504 448,5,65 588,574 637,540 8.3% ConinlUniCatiOrIS - - 40,000 75,,000 79,479 6.0% HLiman Resources 201,236 340,690 397,794 475,,072 519,562 9.4% Planning & Development Smices 1,009,602 1,108,492 1,444,430 1,559,5,12 2,55,9,216 64.1% Finance Department 411,311 465,764 663,339 694,237 773,601 11.4% Police Administration 493,686 552,993 940,084 939,214 1,091,702 16.2% Police Operations 2,568,333 2,791,357 3,467,339 3,237,486 3,811,850 17.7% Police Training 7,474 21,073 24,485 36,700 41,750 13.8% City Clerk 271,868 294,896 371,078 400,969 420,503 4.9% Contr3cS & Intergovernmental 687,300 663,083 887,939 999,331 1,091,839 9.3% PEG Access 1,571 1,716 1,275 9,725 9,000 -7.5% Non-De133rtment3l (inc. Transfers OLQ 2,525,475 5,119,470 7,909,659 6,109,999 4,454,055 -27.1% TDta I E x pend itu re s 9,090 054 128332,345, 17R029R449 15,658R031 15 994,459 2.1%, Mayor & Council Goal Statement: To provide cogent strategic guidance and policy direction as elected leaders and positive change -makers for the community they represent and serve, clearly understood and operationalized by City staff. 2024 Key Goal: • Mayor and City Council are equipped with the tools and technical know-how to do their jobs well on behalf of the community they serve. • Leverage relationships with AWC, including participation in their board of directors and conferences. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 6 2024 Work Plan: • Restore training budgets across departments and prioritize professional development opportunities for staff and Councilmembers. • Develop a handbook and enhanced, coordinated, and regular training. City Manager Goal Statement: To deliver integrated, strategic, and sustainable value from the City organization to the community by operational izing City Council policy direction, developing and leveraging partnerships, enhancing staff and team performance, providing clear direction, nurturing deep community participation and engagement, and ensuring continuous delivery of quality services. 2024 Key Goal: • Organization aligns short and long-term decision-making with the foundational work of the Financial Sustainability Initiative, bringing strategy and synergy to the City's work and our success in partnering and stewarding our collective future with the community we serve. 2024 Work Plan: Multi-year, coordinated strategic advancement of parks, streets, housing, and core services initiatives, including compelling and informative narratives and robust partnerships for delivery. City Attorney and City Clerk Goal Statement: To ensure the City's compliance with regulatory and legal requirements, including the open public meetings act, the public records act, and bidding requirements; to provide clear and direct legal advice and risk management services; and to support the other City departments in completing their priorities. 2024 Key Goal: • Public records scanning and organization. • Further technology refinements in Chambers 2024 Work Plan: • Support other departments in work plan items, particularly Mountain View leases, ODT and OGWS land acquisition, shoreline master program, non -motorized plan update, and critical areas ordinance. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget Communications Goal Statement: Ensure our community is deeply engaged in decisions that affect their lives and livelihoods, and ensure our teams are supported and aligned in our strategies for engagement. 2024 Key Goal: • Develop an integrated communications strategy. • Build community trust through investing in relationships and the City's voice. • Facilitate kindness & connectivity in community dialogue while welcoming diverse viewpoints. • Support public education around the City's work with a focus on financial sustainability. 2024 Work Plan: • Collect, analyze, and utilize data on functionality and engagement across our channels, including city newsletters, website, social media, and department outreach. • Build staff capacity for inclusive communications skills and equitable engagement strategies with training and efficient systems. • Broaden our relationships with media & partner organizations and develop new pathways for city communications and educational materials. • Work with Department staff and Advisory Boards to initiate and continue targeted and forward -thinking outreach on policy and projects. Human Resources Goal Statement: To recruit, develop, and retain a high -performing and diverse workforce. To create and support a culture of growth and development, accountability, engagement, productivity, and effective communication. 2024 Key Goal: • Attract and hire qualified candidates. • Reduce employee turnover and maintain a high level of employee engagement. • Provide opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth. • Improve staff engagement and job satisfaction. 2024 Work Plan: • Develop programs to recognize and reward employee performance. • Launch engagement survey, evaluate and analyze results, and incorporate suggestions for improving employee engagement. • Identify skill or development gaps and develop training programs to address them. • Update employee policies and programs to ensure best practices are in place. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget Planning & Development Services Goal Statement: To steward the public engagement and community visioning process with Planning Commission and City Council to update the Comprehensive Plan in such a way that ensures equity, sustainability, and consistent implementation. Administer and enforce provisions of building, zoning, land division, environmental protection, streets, and relevant utility codes to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Plan, state, federal and other city statutes. 2024 Key Goal: • Complete Phase I scoping of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Review process and initiate Phase 2 to update elements and implementation actions for the plan with additional appendices including an Urban Forestry Plan, Housing Needs Assessment and Housing Action Plan as well as an update to the Multimodal Transportation Plan. Prepare docket of development regulation amendments for 2025 adoption to implement the new Comprehensive Plan and ensure consistency with newly adopted state laws such as those pertaining to design review, ADU's, and permitting timelines. • Streamline the process of adding housing units to the development pipeline with policy, regulatory, and procedural improvements. • Obtain state funding to complete the Shoreline Master Program update with focus on climate resilience goals, policies, and implementation for the downtown Water walk to provide public access and sea level rise protection. • Initiate Critical Areas Ordinance update according to Best Available Science. • Obtain state funding through HB 5290 to final e -permitting enhancements to support customer stakeholders and construction/housing data analysis reporting. 2024 Work Plan: • Continue to develop, implement, and refine code and Comprehensive Plan changes to help unlock and inspire affordable, dense, quality infill development. • Implement the community's vision for Evans Vista neighborhood and deliver infrastructure to make it development ready. • Develop RFP for Evans Vista phased development. • Develop an open space plan including 2025 Comprehensive Plan update assessment of buildable lands inventory/land capacity analysis. • Revisit Tree Conservation Ordinance for private property and tree retention policies for right of way. • Complete Shoreline Master Program and Critical Area Ordinance updates. • Develop strategic plan for housing, including housing assessment and inventory. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 9 Finance Department Goal Statement: Provide required and desired financial reporting and practices, steward preparation and collective oversight of balanced funds and budgetsneeds to ensure the success of all departmental and organizational activities. 2024 Key Goal: • Work closely with the City Council and City Leadership to deliver Council actions from Financial Sustainability Initiative. 2024 Work Plan: • Address streets, parks, facilities funding needs and prioritize investments, considering future year priorities and phased investments. • Revise budget schedule, process and reporting through improved processes and integrated software. Police Department Goal Statement: To work in partnership with our community to provide a safe and compassionate environment while reducing crime and the fear of crime. 2024 Key Goal: • Become fully staffed using innovative recruiting and retention strategies. • Train and equip officers so they can provide the best possible service to the community. • Partner with the community to build trust while solving crime and reducing the fear of crime. • Hold officers to the highest standards through the use of policing best practices. 2024 Work Plan: • Sustainable staffing for Police Team • Chief's Cabinet/Advisory Forum • Strategic Planning • Path to Accreditation 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 10 City of Port Townsend Street Operations Fund Budget Detail and Summary Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 2021 202`2 2023 2023 2024 IncreaselDecrease S't'reet FundA:tual 64,211 73,981 114,,.807 132„952 123,926 Proposed res Services 455,704 Acfual Forecast Budget Proposed 2G23 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 419,869 474,400 479,484 479,484 416,696 -43.,3% IRevenuues - - - - Taxes - - - - - Licenses &, Permits 231 231 - - - 34 6% Intergovernmental Services 199,802 205,329 206,„543 213,„500 214„000 0.2°x5 Charges for Goods & Services 672 1„056 - - - Fines & Penalties - - - - - Mlscellanecrls R.eve17rle 18,.711 7,.164 4„517 758 7,500 900.,0% Other Increases - - - - Other Financing SOrdrees (inc Transfers In) 699,959 823,098 1,002„376 957„525 1,231,351 28 6% Total Revenue 9,18,375 1,0,36,877 1,2,13,437 1,171,775 1,454851 24.0% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 165„779 185,117 248,,303 248,,711 304,028 22.2% Srlpplies 64,211 73,981 114,,.807 132„952 123,926 -6 8% Services 455,704 515,645 523,930 605,963 678.,780 12.,0% CapitalOrltlays - 77,901 207,534 122,500 69„500 -43.,3% Debt Service - Principal - - - - Delrt Ser/Ice - Interest - - - - - Other Financing Uses (inc Transfers Otlty 179,150 179,150 181,,650 184.,,150 247,843 34 6% Total Expenditure 864,844 1,031,794 1,276,224 1,294,2`75 1,424,077 10.01ya Net Change in Found Balance 54,531 5,084 (62,787) (12:2,500) 28,774 Ending Fund Balance 474,400 479,48.4 416,696 356,983 4445,470 Frund Ball. 2:-3 % of Expenditures 54.9°'a 46.5% 32.7% 27.6`Ya 313% Street Operations Goal Statement: The City of Port Townsend Streets and Collections Division of Public Works has the primary responsibility of maintaining city streets, the wastewater collections system, and the stormwater collection system. Maintenance includes street repair, vegetation control, garbage management, special projects in right of way, event support, sidewalk repairs, annual cleaning of sewer and stormwater pipes, catch basin and maintenance holes maintenance, sweeping, and snow plowing. 2024 Key Goal: • A primary goal of this division is to continue to migrate away from right of way mowing and focusing on drainage and street repairs. This will involve drainage control work and moving to hot mix asphalt patching compared to cold mix pothole repairs. This transition was successful in 2023 with investment of banked capacity (property tax) into a number of City streets that have fallen into disrepair. The extent of which this work can continue will depend on funding availability and a sales tax vote associated with the formation of a Transportation Benefit District. • Another primary goal is to development implementation strategies associate with the General Sewer Plan and the need to inspect and rehabilitate the aging sewer collection system. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 11 2024 Work Plan: • The division will continue implementing 2023 banked capacity funding for road restoration associated and complete the work in 2024. • Depending on funding availability, the work will include development of a strategy to address failed streets such as Lawrence and to perform specific roadway reconstruction. • Support the construction of Discovery Road. • Implement the Comprehensive Streets Program. • Implement the recently awarded USDA street tree planting grant. • The street division works closely with the engineering division to implement a number of projects throughout the year. Please refer to the engineering writeup for more details. • Subject to funding, purchase sewer pipe video inspection equipment and develop a rigorous inspection program to prioritize pipe rehabilitation projects. • Continue to implement a newly developed city-wide ditch maintenance program. This program strives to correct drainage deficiencies ahead of paving project to prevent premature deterioration of pavement due to saturation of the underlying soils. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 12 City of Port Townsend Library Fund Budget Detail and Summary Goal Statement: The City Library's mission is- Uplifting our community through reading, learning, connection, and creativity. Main areas of work: • Books and material circulation, databases, a -books and e-audiobooks, children's web resources, interlibrary loan • Programs and events, including youth, teen, and adult programming. • Staff response to patron requests and associated services • Building strong relationships with community partners to deliver strong social and emotional infrastructure to the community. • Access to technology • Access to services, collections, and spaces with diversity, equity, and inclusion as corners of library work Link to library's strategic plan- Ir y s:// y u lllicllli hair .oir /sli eas/deafaull /flilleas/flilleaa achmearras/Illibirair /.pq.�/ .. 5/pSf 2024 Key Goals: • We will use our Core Services, partnerships, assets, and resources to continue to advance four Strategic Initiatives designed to help us be the best possible library for the Port Townsend community- o Increase equitable access to library offerings to serve all Port Townsend residents and visitors according to their needs, interests, and abilities. o Build community as a trusted convener and connector, both within and beyond library walls. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 13 2021 2022: 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Library Fun d Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 202420.Bed vs ..223 3 Bududget Beginning Fund Balance 366,497 623,690 587,3411 587,341 554,4467 Revenues Taxes 1,137, 083 1,132,139 1,185,029 1,193,155 1,204,930 10% Licenses & Permits - - - - - Intergovernmental Services 649 1,000 Charges for Goods & Services - _ _ Fines & Penalties 636 1,135 403 - - Miscellaneous Revenue 18,479 9,849 12,637 10,750 17,500 62.8% Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) Total Revenue 1,158,8448 1,1443,123 1,199,069 1,203,905 1,222,438 1.5% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 528,510 614,872 721,005 714,430 790,352 10.6% Supplies 73,022 100,869 115,761 102,218 93,779 -8.3% Services 380,467 363,117 388,671 397,647 431,402 85% Capital Outlays 17,656 614 6,505 3,000 1„000 -66.7% Debt Service - Principal - - - - - Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) Total Expenditure 999,654 1,079,4172 1,231,943 1,217,295 1,318,533 8.2% Net Change in Fund Balance 157,193 63,851 (32,873) (13,390) (94,103) 602.81 Ending Fund Balance 523,690 587,3411 5541;+167 573,951 4460,381 Fund Balance 5-8% of Tax Rev. 46.1% 51.9/ 446.8% 48.1% 38.2% Goal Statement: The City Library's mission is- Uplifting our community through reading, learning, connection, and creativity. Main areas of work: • Books and material circulation, databases, a -books and e-audiobooks, children's web resources, interlibrary loan • Programs and events, including youth, teen, and adult programming. • Staff response to patron requests and associated services • Building strong relationships with community partners to deliver strong social and emotional infrastructure to the community. • Access to technology • Access to services, collections, and spaces with diversity, equity, and inclusion as corners of library work Link to library's strategic plan- Ir y s:// y u lllicllli hair .oir /sli eas/deafaull /flilleas/flilleaa achmearras/Illibirair /.pq.�/ .. 5/pSf 2024 Key Goals: • We will use our Core Services, partnerships, assets, and resources to continue to advance four Strategic Initiatives designed to help us be the best possible library for the Port Townsend community- o Increase equitable access to library offerings to serve all Port Townsend residents and visitors according to their needs, interests, and abilities. o Build community as a trusted convener and connector, both within and beyond library walls. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 13 o Help our Port Townsend community learn, do, create, and share. o Make efficient and effective use of local and regional resources. 2024 Work Plan: • Library Capital Projects: Pink House restoration, window replacement, bathroom remodel • Help roll out a year-long community kindness (or play like PTAC suggested) campaign with tangible and visible participatory elements. • Help further produce "How Your City Works" programs and materials. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 14 City of Port Townsend Lodging Tax Fund Budget Detail and Summary •. l Statement: Port Townsend Lodging Tax Advisory 1 A's) vision of . .1touris is to reinvest community resources to enhance the lives of both residents and visitors. I 2024 Key Goals: • Gather and analyze data to use in planning and grant -making decisions. • Support a balance of infrastructure and marketing investment. • Build key relationships to further LTAC's vision of sustainable tourism 2024 Work Plan: • Provide support to the Port Townsend Creative District in the implementation of the Arts and Culture Plan (funded by LTAC in 2023), and the Soundcheck Festival; • Continue the Community Grants program; • Fund continued operations at the Port Townsend Visitor Information Center (VIC) including staffing regular business hours, maintaining the EnjoyPT website and social media accounts, and collection of data for visitation, lodging, and economic impact; • Collaborate on marketing with LTAC member organizations and others, with the PT VIC, OPTC, and PT Main Street as primary partners to attract visitors to Port Townsend in the shoulder seasons (January through April, October through December); • Continue support for downtown winter lighting and collaborate with Main Street and others on interpretive signage in downtown and uptown; • Broaden our participation and contributions within the regional tourism sector; • Plan infrastructure projects to be implemented within the next two years; 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 15 2821 2022 2023 2023 28241 Increasell7ecrease LibraryFulnd Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 366,4497 523,690 587,3411 587,3441 554,467 Revenues Taxes 1,137, 083 1,132,139 1,185, 029 1,193,155 1,204,930 10% Licenses & (Permits - - - - Intergovernmental Services 549 1,000 Charges for Goods & Services - - - Fines&Penalties 636 1,135 403 - _ Miscellaneous Revenue 18,479 9,B49 12,637 10,750 17,500 62.8% Other Increases Other Financing Sources (inc Transfers In) Total Revenue 1,156,8418 1,1413,123 1,199,069 1,203,905 1,222,430 1.5% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 528,510 614,872 721,005 714,430 790,352 10.6% Supplies 73,022 100,869 115,761 102,218 93,779 -8 3% Services 380,467 363,117 388,671 397,647 431,402 8.5% Capital Outlays 17,656 614 6,505 3,000 1,000 -66.7% Debt Service - Principal - - - Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc Transfers Out) Total Expenditure 999,6541 1,079,4172 1,231,9413 1,217,295 1,316,533 8.2% Net Change in Fund Balance 157,193 63,651 (32,873) (13,390) (9,41,103) 602.8% Ending Fund Balance 523,690 587,341 5541,4167 573,951 4160,364 Fund Balance 5-8SI of Tax Rev. 446.1°I 51.9°I 46.8% 418.1% 38.2% � f •. l Statement: Port Townsend Lodging Tax Advisory 1 A's) vision of . .1touris is to reinvest community resources to enhance the lives of both residents and visitors. I 2024 Key Goals: • Gather and analyze data to use in planning and grant -making decisions. • Support a balance of infrastructure and marketing investment. • Build key relationships to further LTAC's vision of sustainable tourism 2024 Work Plan: • Provide support to the Port Townsend Creative District in the implementation of the Arts and Culture Plan (funded by LTAC in 2023), and the Soundcheck Festival; • Continue the Community Grants program; • Fund continued operations at the Port Townsend Visitor Information Center (VIC) including staffing regular business hours, maintaining the EnjoyPT website and social media accounts, and collection of data for visitation, lodging, and economic impact; • Collaborate on marketing with LTAC member organizations and others, with the PT VIC, OPTC, and PT Main Street as primary partners to attract visitors to Port Townsend in the shoulder seasons (January through April, October through December); • Continue support for downtown winter lighting and collaborate with Main Street and others on interpretive signage in downtown and uptown; • Broaden our participation and contributions within the regional tourism sector; • Plan infrastructure projects to be implemented within the next two years; 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 15 City of Port Townsend Community Services Fund Budget Detail and Summary Community Svs Beginning Fund Balance Revenues Taxes Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Sewices Fines & Penalties I'AISCellMeCLIs F eVerILIe Other Increases Other Financing SoLirces (inc. Transfers In) Total Revenue Ex p an d itru res Salaries & Wages & Benefits SLIPPHOS SepAces Capital Outlays DelOt Service - Principal Cleft Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (in c. Transfers OLIt) Total Expenditure ,actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed t vs Actual � �wa�e-� ���� Budget 233,2448 535,954 690,708 690,708 8195,3,8 609,511 602,024 168,714 2 1 -50.0F+ 11,602 100,000 63,000 _, _, 21,797 5,735 47,172 4,000 4,000 0.0% 178,801 79,588 49,142 37,550 49,550 32.0% 16,242 24,958 10,372 2,000 2,000 0.0% 1,255,693 1,285,607 2,191,612 2,436,352 3,057,662 25.5""x9 2 13,7445 2,097,912 2,530,0112 2,479,9,041 3,113 13 25.5% 722,325 825,003 956,572 1,046,258 1,102,743 5.4% 193,880 75,478 207,331 227,569 222,056 -2.4% 851,328 925,954 1,115,424 1,112,085 1,650,058 48.4""x9 3,702 31,954 115,845 85,000 85,000 0.0% - 60,000 _, _, _, _, 3,750 _, _, 19,803 21,020 6,011 7,000 -100.0% 1,791,038 1,9413,159 2401,183• 24477,913 3,059,858 23.5% Net Change iin Found Balance Ending Fund Balance Fund Bal. 2-331® 0f Expenditures 302,706 535,954 29.91% 154,754 690,70,8 35.5�% 128,829 819,538 344.1' 1'9'91 692699 28.00 53,355 872,893 28.5�% 2579.5%, t „ Community Servii es Fund - Expenditures by Department City Facilities 566,338 638,952 862,215 1,106,630 28.3% I'd 0Llntian'View Facilities 167,746 174,725 198,2.01 22.0,101 11.0% Parks 1'013inten3nce 546,305 654,839 Not 776,458 1,242,310 60.0% Parks Strategy _ _ AV311aINe 273,424 124,427 54.5 Events 1,305 320 _ _ Pool 488,142 390,001 339,490 366,389 7.9% Non-Deparkrrlental (inc. Transfers OLIt) 21,203 84,3,21 28,125 - -100.0% Total Expenditures 1,791,038 1,9443,158 2,477,913 3,059,858 23„5% Community Services - Facilities, Parks Goal Statement: The City of Port Townsend Community Services Department is a Division of Public Works. The Department has the primary responsibility of managing and maintaining city buildings and parks, stewarding the pool contract with the YMCA and the golf contract for operations, and stewarding leases on the Mountain View Campus. Additionally, the division expenses include funds for Strategic Parks Strategy in the form of salary and services support. Strategic Parks Strategy is a short-term expense to facilitate sustainable parks funding and to develop a vision for recreation and parks for the future including addressing the future of the golf course and development of a new pool. 2024 Key Goals: • The facilities division goal for next year is to improve internal service through training and upgrades to city systems. The aging Mountain View Pool also is challenging for the facilities team to maintain and keep operational. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 16 • Achieving facilities goals is reliant on nti n 11 fUIII Iliums employee for janitorial support included in this year's budget proposal. This strategy will provide the time for the skilled employees to perform proactive maintenance and special projects such as small remodels that are typically contracted. • The parks division proposes to expand deferred maintenance for trails and trees. The division looks forward to expanding the volunteer program consistent with the work plan goals. The department will look to hire and manage seasonals based on behalf of parks and streets which also will leverage the volunteer efforts. • Develop an urban forestry program. • Continue to implement building repair and remodel projects. • Develop sustainable park funding and strive for equitable distribution of funds in parks and trails. • Implement decisions made around the future of the aquatics/community health and wellness center. 2024 Work Plan: • The facilities division will complete the City Hall HVAC, and a City Hall remodel as budgeted. The division also will recommend strategies for Pink House and Pope Marine for restoration opportunities. • The facilities division will assist and support the library remodel projects associated with windows and restroom restoration. • The parks division will complete the kitchen shelter and install trail signage based on the 2022 banked capacity funding. • The facilities division seeks to perform a buildings assessment and capital improvement plan to better understand investment needs based on proactive maintenance. • The parks division has the goal of rehabilitating the Kah Tai restrooms and fill the recently created care take site. • The parks division will also be part of an open space planning effort in the coordination of maintenance with the Jefferson Land Trust. • The parks division will continue to further short-term funding for parks strategy which includes significant projects of evaluating a health and wellness center to replace Mountain View Pool as well as evaluation of the Golf Course and its future use. • Mountain View Leases will be evaluated and re -negotiated to develop financially sustainable building operations. • Participate in open space planning and the Non -Motorized Plan update associated with the Comprehensive Plan update. • Apply for Resource Conservation Office funding. • Subject to funding, demolish the Golden Age Club and Parks House buildings which have fallen into disrepair. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 17 City of Port Townsend Water & Sewer Operations Fund Budget Detail and Summary Water Sewer orb 2,621 262`2 2023, 2023, 2624 IncreaseM.—reale Actual Aetuall Forecast Budget Propose¢I 262:4 Prgtuclu d vs 2423 Belcret t5eginnling FLuna nalance J,1J4;J,41J J, d 75, 7'M, 4,M1,63V 4pIB-bI,?5,aU 4,IU)[vdID 4301,451 Revenues 599,670 617,,828 614,505 -0 5% 3.423„599 3,958.482 Taxes 4„369„104 4,849.786 110% - 46,.109 14„594 Licenses & Permits - 85.0% 1,244,,501 1,246,889 1,147,187 1.172,,882 Interg'o^ven'7V'tl'uental Services 497 - - - - 150,.427 Charges for Goods &, Services 6„948.„217 7„480„449 7„390„488 7,„537.„785 8„062„548 6 2% Fines & Penalties - - - - - 6133,665 Miscellaneous Re+verlLde 112,995 121.852 76,133 101,000 115,.000 13.9% Other Increases - 60..000 - - - 161 Other Financing Sources (inc Transfers Ing 1.249,801 1,855.334 1,707,456 1,694,824 1,245.581 -26 5% Total Revenue 8,311,516' 9,516,835 6,174,677 9',333,609 9,363,126' 6'.3% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits SriPPlies Services Capital OtxtlaYs Debt Service - Principal Debt service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc Transfers Out) Total Expencliture INet Change !in Fund Ballance Ending Fund Balance 60 Davy of'Oneratina res Utility Billing Vater ❑isrituixtion VVater'Orlality / WTF 1,11, astewater Tre at me l'7t. Wastewater Collection Biosolids Non -Departmental (inc., Transfers Out) Total Expenditures Water & Sewer Operations 2.260,.368 2,331.251 2,490,763 2,629,120 3,858.727 16 3% 4301,451 523,532 599,670 617,,828 614,505 -0 5% 3.423„599 3,958.482 4.,438,751 4„369„104 4,849.786 110% - 46,.109 14„594 263,70107 487.727 85.0% 1,244,,501 1,246,889 1,147,187 1.172,,882 1,120,253 -45% 177„744 164,.920 158,528 166„436 150,.427 -62% 111„152 876.976 348,618 25,.000 1,029.309 4017 2% 7,6.47,815 9,148,153 6,166,112 6.238,676 11,316,734 22.4% 6133,665 368,681 (24,635) 95,539 0,947,645) -2138.67, 3,713,168 4,061,850, 4,657,815 4,177,38.6 2,116,216 177 163 161 16.5 68 WIAWI 42 524,5015 597.398 737„422 748,823 79,2.8301 5.9% 4013 2,278,,381 3,279,323 2,865,145 2,,398,742 3,254,896 35 7% 404 2.029„688 2,147.383 2,423,697 2,.784„849 2,983.273 7'1% 4015 1.425„751 1,516.143 1,625,826 1,719„3012 2,475.839 44,0% 406 870,611 1„088,.516 986„163 1.,,011.,,347 1.,075,.190 6.3`ya 407 518„879 519,405 559,859 575„007 728,707 26 7% 000 7,647.815 6,148,153 6,168,112', 6.2,38,676 11,316,734 22,.4% I he I r/r operaLng fund sIhowsr in fun Iloas nce due t transfers oul to suppoil Water and Sewer Ilnli.. ( 5) , Hie sewer rate to lis scIhedUed t Iloe cornpleled in 2025 Mhlclh wHHl r IperaLi n llIIS: udget defl6en6es A rate increase lis anL6paled t address capltall ,needs as w6H as operaLonall cost increases cee6ng IiiffaLi n rates IpeiJ unc ver Hie IIast years Goal Statement: The City of Port Townsend water and sewer (wastewater) fund is a combined fund although expenditures and revenues are tracked separately between water and sewer. The goal of these enterprise utilities is to work as a business unit to ensure that expenses do not exceed revenues while providing reliable utility services as an essential public service. 2024 Key Goal: • The water division of public works will seek to implement the new cross connection program adopted by the City Council in 2022 as required by the Washington Administrative Code. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 18 • The water division will continue replacing aging pipelines in order to make the system more reliable and minimize distribution system leakage. • The water division will continue to implement the Water Supply Agreement with the Port Townsend Paper Mill and facilitate capital improvements into the Olympic Gravity Water System • The wastewater division anticipates updating the NPDES Permit for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Discharge to the Salish Sea. • The wastewater division is in the process of completing an update to the General Sewer Plan including an evaluation of nutrients as part of the city's nutrient permit and evaluation of the compost facility/septage handling. • The wastewater division will be implementing new sewer rates and begin to implement capital improvements identified in the sewer plan. • The wastewater division will implement a rigorous sewer inspection program to prioritize pipe rehabilitation investments. 2024 Work Plan: • The work plan for the water division is mostly focused on capital projects, • The water division has several capital projects such as the OGWS pipeline assessment, Lords Lake East Dam stability evaluation, 1 MG standpipe coating design, cathodic protection of the OGWS, and rehabilitation of the control valve structure at the Big Quilcene Diversion. • The water division will begin the process of system wide meter replacement. • The work plan for the wastewater division is focused on capital projects such as the outfall, Water Street sewer replacement, Mill Road Lift Station, Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation projects, purchase of a video inspection truck for pipeline condition assessments, and preparation for the 2022 banked capacity investments at Pacific Street. • Both the water and wastewater division will evaluate replacement and/or rehabilitation of pipe associated with street repair projects such that pipes are evaluated before paving. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 19 City of Port Townsend Stormwater Operations Fund Budget Detail and Summary Expenditures Salaries 3 Wages 8 Benefits 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease stormwater 40,995 36„701 66,414 72,908 79,,127 20244 Proposed vs Services Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 429,86.8 738,471 677,661 677,661 7744,452 0.01% Revenues 47,791 49„225 50,702 50',702 50,702 H1% Taxes - - - - - 0.01% Licenses 5 Permits 25,864 415,205 164,558 335,000 615,,515 83.7% Intergovernmental S-ervices - - - - - 32.01 ChargesforGoods&Services 1,158„186 1„236„391 1„219,416 1„173,074 1199,,324 2.2% Fines 8 Penalties - - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 2„293 6„015 6„790 750 12,000 150010% Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) - - - - - Taotal Revenue 1,155,479 1,2442,406 1 1,226,206 1,173,824 1,211,3244 3.2% Expenditures Salaries 3 Wages 8 Benefits 284,075 311„131 340,546 352,949 461,,731 30.8% Supplies 40,995 36„701 66,414 72,908 79,,127 8.5% Services 414,581 449.,786 476,535 489,764 522,,1643 6.6% Capital Outlays - 9,03,3 - 6,000 6,,000 0.01% Debt Service - Principal 47,791 49„225 50,702 50',702 50,702 H1% Debt Service - Interest 33„570 32,136 30,660 30,660 30,,,660 0.01% Other Financing Lases (inc. Transfers Out) 25,864 415,205 164,558 335,000 615,,515 83.7% Total Expenditure 846,876 1,303,217 1,129,415 1,337 9,82 1,765,901 32.01 Net Change in Fund Balance 308,603 (60,811) 96,792 (164,158) (5541,577) 237.8% Ending Fund Balance 738,471 677,661 774,462 5,131503 219,876 60 [lays of Operating Expenses 318 190 250 140 7�0 Stormwater Operations Goal Statement: The City of Port Townend owns and operates a stormwater collection system that includes roadside ditches, wedge asphalt curbs, concrete curbs, rain gardens, and stormwater facilities such as Froggy bottoms. The Streets and Collections Division of Public Works is responsible for annual maintenance which includes cleaning, street sweeping, and stormwater repairs. This includes responding to heavy rain events to manage localized flooding. Leaf control is a major proactive maintenance strategy. The stormwater system is also managed by the engineering division to implement the Western Washington Stormwater Manual for water quality improvement. 2024 Key Goals: • The Streets division continues to transition the shift of resource investment from vegetation control to street repair. In particular, stormwater management is a key function that needs to be restored prior to street investments. The division will spend considerable time in 2024 working on restoring ditches and making small drainage improvements. • Capital improvements on the stormwater system are also necessary. Much of the stormwater infrastructure is lacking or in a state of disrepair. In particular, Lawrence Street stormwater 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 20 is piped into the Sanitary Sewer System and thus a new pipeline is needed in Lawrence Street. 2024 Work Plan: • The Stormwater system rates are anticipated to be completed implemented by April 1, 2024 • Stormwater investments are included in the Discovery Road project to be completed in 2024. • Staff will begin the process of design for the Lawrence Street stormwater system project. • The stormwater improvements associated with the banked capacity street repairs were initiated in 2023 and will be completed in 2024. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 21 City of Port Townsend Equipment Rental & Replacement Fund Budget Detail and Summary ERR (internal Service (Fund) 7 Fund Balance 2621 2622 2623 2623 2624 Increasef@ecrease Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2624 Pr2623 Budmeo�ludoe ws t I axes- - - - - Licenses & Permits - Intergovernmental SerAces 278 - - - - Charges for Goods & Services 1,133,734 1,201,.854 1,213,475 1,216,225 1,443,822 18 7% Fines &. Penalties - - - - - MISCell3rleOLls Revenue 18.,378 22.823 21.„632: 2:.,8.00 36.,000 1106..8..% Other Increases 1,350 850 - - - Other Financing Sources (inc Transfers Inp - - - - T'otall Revenue 1,154,746 1,225,627 1,235,147 1,219,125 1,478,822 21.3% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 366,185 358,.074 357„681 375,837 456,753 32 2% Supplies 135„618 166,.257 101,842 185„186 207„000 12.,3% SerAces 184,057 227.164 101„675 217,830 223,105 25% Capital Outlays 133,847 114.888 186„840 941,205 1,577,245 67 6% Debt Service - Principal - - - - - Debt Service - Interest - - Other Financing Uses (inc Transfers Out) 8,543 850 - - Totall Expenditure 8281551 M0,,2.34 928,147 1,726,661 2,505,01,3 45..6`Ya Net Change in Fund Balance 326,166 315,363 367,6611 (500,936) 0,626,271) 104.91A Ending Fund Balance 2,111,964 2,427,267 2,734,267 1.926,361 1.769,626 Sufficient to Meet '0bllgatlons��VV (� r � Fleet Rental & Replacement Goal Statement: The City of Port Townsend Fleet division is a Public Works internal service function. The division focuses on repair and maintenance of the City's fleet. The division also purchase replacement vehicles for those departments contributing to the replacement funds. A key goal of the division is to restore general fund replacement funding of vehicles. The Police Department, Community Services Department, and other administration departments currently do not pay for replacement. The division seeks to provide reliable internal service to sustain an aging fleet. 2024 Key Goal: • Purchase of a new screen for the City Compost Facility, three replacement pickups, and a video inspection system for sewer and stormwater pipes. Additional purchases may be necessary depending on budget availability for multiple other supporting equipment. • Subject to funding, purchase of hot mix asphalt repair equipment to allow the street division to transition from cold mix to hot mix street repair. 2024 Work Plan: • Work with the General Fund divisions and the Community Services Department options for development of a sustainable funding program for vehicle replacement. Currently, the budget proposals include making sure that any new vehicles are placed on replacement. • Continue to evaluate implementation of electric vehicle conversion. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 22 Information Technology (IT) Rental & Replacement Goal Statement: The City of Port Townsend Information Technology (IT) division is a Finance and Technology Services internal service function. The division focuses on the repair and maintenance of the City's technology infrastructure. The City also replaces aging equipment across all City departments based on equipment age and functional needs. 2024 Key Goal: • Support departments at all levels with technology needs through computer hardware, software programs and technology -related projects. Ilhlevling inforimaLon Il eclhnology goaIIs lis u l anl our aurliLona� 11 fUIII Lime ernployeefor unlrk and unfrullin leclhnology support Whlclh lig ncluded in Hhl 2024 Work Plan: Improve IT infrastructure, robustness, and cybersecurity. Support the City's preparedness for disasters, including support of a continuity of operations plan. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 23 City of Port Townsend Public Works Administration Fund Budget Detail and Summary PW 4 dmiiln (internal 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 IncreaselDecrease vs Service Fund) Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed20 2023 � dgee Beginning Fund Balance 53;403 90,290 139,877 1139,877 247,667 Revenues Taxes _ _ _ _ _. Licenses & Permits _, Intergovernmental Services 97 - - - - Charges for Goods & Services 509,659 540„445 680„345 680„345 680„345 0.0% Fines & Penalties _ _ _ _ _. Miscellaneous Revenue 2,363 740 74,386 83,893 7,500 -91.1% Other Increases _ _ _ _ _. Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) - - - - 180,000 Total Revenue 5112,130 5411,185 7541,731 764,238 867,845 13.6% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 411,191 387,,578 309,584 441,100 520,643 18.0%n Supplies 2,180 3,,898 2,994 3,689 5,652 80,3% Services 61,872 100,,122 334,363 303,588 339,259 11.7% Capital Outlays - - 2,5,00 1,000 -60.0% Debt Service - Principal - - Debt Service - Interest - Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) _ _ _ _ _. Total Expenditure 475,2413 491,59,8 646,941 750,878 867,5541 15.5% Net Change in Fund Balance 36,887 49,587 107,790 13,360 291 -97.8% Ending Fund Balance 90,290 139,877 2417,667 1153,237' 2417,958 Sufficient to Meet Obligations Public Works Administration Goal Statement: The City of Port Townend Public Works Administration division is responsible for providing oversight and direction of the Public Works Department. The division goal is to provide support to all the divisions of public works in terms of budgeting and team development, compliance with regulations, development of partnerships, and implementation of best available science and practices subject to available resources. The division also leads large special projects and public engagement. Engineering also supports Public Works Administration with 50% of the City Engineer being funded from revenues of this division. 2024 Key Goals: • The number one goal for this division is to fill the Deputy Public Works/City Engineer position. Until this position and the empty project engineer is filled, the capacity of Public Works to take on capital and special projects is limited. • Develop GIS program as an overhead based program to support all city operations and data management. • Support the implementation of key strategic projects including supporting economic development. 2024 Work Plan: • Subject to budget and filling the City Engineer position, this division will lead the development and implementation of a parking management plan. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 24 • This division will lead the completion of rate studies for the stormwater utility as well as the sewer utility. • Support director team development of management and leadership training. • Support the Planning and Community Development in housing solutions such as code updates, Cherry Street, and Evans Vista development. • Support the engineering department in the update of engineering standards • Support the Administration and Finance Departments in the implementation of the Financial Sustainability Task Force Report • Support the Parks Strategy effort. • Support the HR Department with training and skills development program. • Support implementation of the Comprehensive Streets program, particularly associated with banked capacity projects. • Support Planning and Community Development Department in Open Space Planning and Buildable Lands Inventory as part fo the Comprehensive Plan periodic update. • Support Capital Projects • Support implementation of the Water Supply Agreement projects and coordination. • Support the Mill Road roundabout planning and funding acquisition in partnership with WSDOT and Jefferson County. • Support Sims Way and Boatyard Expansion project in cooperation with the Port of Port Townsend. • Support work with Jefferson County regarding Glen Cove UGA expansion possibilities. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 25 City of Port Townsend Engineering Fund Budget Detail and Summary Engineering 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Internal Service Fund Actual Actual Fore -cast Budget Proposed 2021 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 131,824, 56,460 71,901 71,901 20,049 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits - - Intergovernmental Services - - - - - Charges for Goods & Services 719488 752,,563 874,408 1,474,484 1,879,091 27.4% Fines & Penalties - - - - - Miscellan-eous Revenue 4,536 267 96 100 100.0% Other Increases - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) - - - - - Total Revenue 724,024, 752,830 874,504 1,474,584 1,879,0,91 27.4% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 626,943 557,838 727,317 850,298 987„964 16.2% Supplies 5150; 4,490 3,502 7,189 10„799 50.2% Services 167,.129 159,967 164,356 183,115 188.,101 2.7% Capital Outlays 167 15„094 31„181 6„5,00 9,000 38.5% Debt Service - Principal - _ _ _ _. Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - - - - - Total Expenditure 799,389 737,389 926,356 1,0 17,103 1,195,864 14.2% Net Change in Fund Balance (75,364) 15,441 (51,852) 427,481 683,227 59 8% Ending Fund Balance 56,480 71,901 20,049 4,99,382 703,276 Sufficient to Meet Obligations ( 11 Engineering Goal Statement: The City of Port Townsend engineering division is an enterprise fund within the Public Works Department. This means that the division bills other funds for every hour worked. As such, the revenues in the budget often are shown to exceed expenses indicating that there is more work than can be performed by the division staff. In actuality, the division struggles to cover costs and the fund balance is near zero making it challenging for the division to take on tasks unless there is billing authority granted from other departments. The underlying goal of the division is to provide technical support for management of existing assets and the development of new public infrastructure. Engineering is a key division providing support to Public Works administration. This support comes in the form of internal service to other departments such as GIS mapping, software support, development review, contracting, bidding, purchasing, code enforcement, planning for future infrastructure and technical support to operations, planning for future infrastructure. External services are also a key element of engineering's responsibilities such as right of way management, permitting, franchise utility management, traffic analysis, and environmental compliance. Design of capital projects makes up over half of the engineering division's work which includes design and development of new infrastructure as well as capital repairs replacements, grant procurement, and capital funding program management. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 26 2024 Key Goals: • Become fully staffed if not accomplished in 2023. • Update GIS delivery program to be more fully integrated with the entire City as an internal service. • Deliver Capital Projects • Support Public Works Division with operations • Support traffic safety, traffic calming, and street right of way management. 2024 Work Plan: • If staffing is available and subject to funding, support the parking plan development and implementation. • Deliver a number of capital projects including Discovery Road, Sheridan/Discovery/19th Intersection Improvements (HSIP), Tyler Street Overlay, 2022 Banked Capacity Projects, 2023 Banked Capacity Paving Projects, Sewer Outfall, Mill Road Lift Station, Water Street Sewer Replacement, 1 MG reservoir standpipe assessment, OGWS Cathodic Protection, OGWS Condition Assessment, and a number of Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation projects. • Improved development review and infrastructure inspection in coordination with the Planning and Community Development Department. • Support the Planning and Community Development Department during the Comprehensive Plan update. • Lead an update to the Non -motorized Plan. • Subject to staffing, update of engineering standards and related codes. • Continued development of a city-wide infrastructure extension plan for 2024 code updates. • Move to a digital office and records management through training and use of digital resources in coordination with the public records officer. 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 27 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 28 City of Port Townsend CONTINGENCY FUND BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Contingency Fund Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 201,716 201,827 203,144 203,144 263,274 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 111 1,317 130 150 -100.0% Other Increases - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 60,000 60,000 45,000 -25.0% Total Revenue 111 1,317 60,130 60,150 45,000 -25.2% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - Supplies Services Capital Outlays Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) Total Expenditure - - - - Net Change in Fund Balance 111 1,317 60,130 60,150 45,000 -25.2% Ending Fund Balance 201,827 203,144 263,274 263,294 308,274 Fund Balance must be less than Assessed Valuation: 2,806,305,510 37.5 cents per $1,000 1,052,365 Fund Balance 2%ofGFRev 1.7% 1.5% 1.7% 1.7% 2.0%% 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 28 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 29 City of Port Townsend REAL ESTATE EXCISE TAX FUND BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease REET Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 468,587 801,111 1,203,130 1,203,130 1,109,891 Revenues Taxes 842,221 941,896 675,547 700,000 675,000 -3.6% Licenses & Permits - - - - - Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties - - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 303 6,420 11,767 1,500 20,000 1233.3% Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) - - - - - Total Revenue 842,524 948,316 687,315 701,500 695,000 -0.9% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Personnel Benefits Supplies Services Capital Outlays Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest - - - - - Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) 510,000 546,296 780,553 567,625 704,700 24.1% Total Expenditure 510,000 546,296 780,553 567,625 704,700 24.1% Net Change in Fund Balance 332,524 402,019 (93,238) 133,875 (9,700) -107.2% Ending Fund Balance 801,111 1,203,130 1,109,891 1,337,005 1,100,191 Sufficient to Meet Obligations " 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 29 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 30 City of Port Townsend ARPA American Rescue Plan Act Fund BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Contingency Fund Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 2,299,505 2,299,505 860,807 Revenues Taxes - - - Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties Miscellaneous Revenue Other Increases - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 2,755,388 Total Revenue 2,755,388 Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - Supplies Services Capital Outlays Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest - - - - Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) 455,883 1,438,699 1,673,000 860,807 -48.5% Total Expenditure 455,883 1,438,699 1,673,000 860,807 -48.5% Net Change in Fund Balance 2,299,505 (1,438,699) (1,673,000) (860,807) -48.5% Ending Fund Balance - 2,299,505 860,807 626,505 (0) Sufficient to Meet Obligations 0.0% 16.5% 5.6% 4.1% 0.0%- 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 30 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 31 City of Port Townsend FIRE/EMS FUND BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Fire/EMS 2024 Proposed vs Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 7,277 9,568 7,302 7,302 7,361 Revenues Taxes 5,957 2,917 748 4,000 2,000 -50.0% Licenses & Permits - - - - - Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties Miscellaneous Revenue 1 1 Other Increases Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) - - - - - Total Revenue 5,958 2,919 748 4,000 2,000 -50.0% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies - - - - - Services 3,666 5,185 689 4,000 2,000 -50.0% Capital Outlays - - - - - Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - - - - - Total Expenditure 3,666 5,185 689 4,000 2,000 -50.0% Net Change in Fund Balance 2,291 (2,267) 59 - - Ending Fund Balance 9,568 7,302 7,361 7,302 7,361 Sufficient to Meet Obligations r! 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 31 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 32 City of Port Townsend AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUND BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Affordable Housing Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 41,438 87,659 83,937 83,937 67,234 Revenues Taxes 118,265 93,090 6,112 30,001 30,000 0.0% Licenses & Permits - - - - - Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties - - Miscellaneous Revenue 28 375 81 100 -100.0% Other Increases - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) - - 70,000 70,000 65,000 -7.1% Total Revenue 118,292 93,465 76,193 100,101 95,000 -5.1% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies - - - - - Services 10,176 35,291 31,000 31,000 31,000 0.0% Capital Outlays - - - - - Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest - - - - - Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) 61,896 61,896 61,896 61,896 61,896 0.0% Total Expenditure 72,072 97,187 92,896 92,896 92,896 0.0% Net Change in Fund Balance 46,221 (3,722) (16,703) 7,205 2,104 -70.8% Ending Fund Balance 87,659 83,937 67,234 91,142 69,338 Sufficient to Meet Obligations r! 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 32 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 33 City of Port Townsend COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANTS BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease CDBG Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 191,957 163,539 159,317 159,317 157,979 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits - - - - - Intergovernmental Services 40,170 15,718 18,533 20,000 20,000 0.0% Charges for Goods & Services - - - - - Fines & Penalties - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 101 995 129 150 -100.0% Other Increases - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) - - - - - Total Revenue 40,270 16,713 18,662 20,150 20,000 -0.7% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Personnel Benefits Supplies - - - - - Services 68,689 20,935 20,000 20,000 20,000 0.0% Capital Outlays - - - - - Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - - - - Total Expenditure 68,689 20,935 20,000 20,000 20,000 0.0% Net Change in Fund Balance (28,418) (4,222) (1,338) 150 - -100.0% Ending Fund Balance 163,539 159,317 157,979 159,467 157,979 Sufficient to Meet Obligations " 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 33 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 34 City of Port Townsend GENERAL OBLIGATION DEBT SERVICE BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease G.O. Debt Service 2024 Proposed vs Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 97,548 155,559 396,019 396,019 637,798 Revenues Taxes 457,333 634,987 208,807 150,001 150,000 0.0% Licenses & Permits - - - - - Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties - - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 293 6,874 6,763 1,000 10,000 900.0% Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 1,302,467 1,309,180 2,661,657 2,644,637 967,896 -63.4% Total Revenue 1,760,093 1,951,040 2,877,227 2,795,638 1,127,896 -59.7% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies - - - - - Services 1,326 2,400 1,250 2,500 2,500 0.0% Capital Outlays - - - - - Debt Service - Principal 1,053,485 1,286,413 2,190,574 2,190,266 542,580 -75.2% Debt Service - Interest 647,272 421,767 443,624 606,250 523,100 -13.7% Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - - - - - Total Expenditure 1,702,082 1,710,580 2,635,448 2,799,016 1,068,180 -61.8% Net Change in Fund Balance 58,011 240,460 241,779 (3,378) 59,716 -1867.8% Ending Fund Balance 155,559 396,019 637,798 392,641 697,514 Sufficient to Meet Obligations r! 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 34 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 35 City of Port Townsend GENERAL CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease General CIP Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 428,597 403,246 960,239 960,239 516,594 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits - - - Intergovernmental Services 500,000 298,545 656,400 -100.0% Charges for Goods & Services - - - Fines & Penalties - - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 237 22,875 14,544 1,000 12,500 1150.0% Other Increases - (1,490) - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 34,524 248,820 1,080,328 881,500 379,807 -56.9% Total Revenue 34,761 770,205 1,393,417 1,538,900 392,307 Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies - - - - - Services 34,524 24,808 18,630 18,630 18,630 0.0% Capital Outlays 11,914 190,054 1,742,007 1,267,500 621,028 -51.0% Debt Service - Principal - - - - - Debt Service - Interest - - - Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) 13,675 (1,651) 76,424 - 74,000 Total Expenditure 60,113 213,211 1,837,062 1,286,130 713,658 -44.5% Net Change in Fund Balance (25,352) 556,994 (443,645) 252,770 (321,351) -227.1 Ending Fund Balance 403,246 960,239 516,594 1,213,009 195,243 -83.9% Sufficient to Meet Obligations 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 35 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 36 City of Port Townsend STREET CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Street CIP Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance (71,221) 110,420 195,118 195,118 1,038,175 Revenues Taxes - - - - Licenses & Permits - - - - - Intergovernmental Services 550,738 461,383 959,188 503,775 3,981,146 690.3% Charges for Goods & Services - - - - - Fines & Penalties - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 39 787 2,456 500 187,500 37400.0% Other Increases - 2,055 - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 78,044 243,010 1,412,300 1,261,006 243,393 -80.7% Total Revenue 628,821 707,234 2,373,944 1,765,281 4,412,039 149.9% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies - - - - - Services 78,044 45,182 34,978 34,978 34,978 0.0% Capital Outlays 369,136 572,778 1,495,909 1,714,781 5,410,510 215.5% Debt Service - Principal - - - - - Debt Service - Interest - Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - 4,576 - - - Total Expenditure 447,180 622,536 1,530,887 1,749,759 5,445,488 211.2% Net Change in Fund Balance 181,641 84,698 843,057 15,522 (1,033,449) -6758.0% Ending Fund Balance 110,420 195,118 1,038,175 210,640 4,726 Sufficient to Meet Obligations 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 36 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 37 City of Port Townsend STORMWATER CAPITAL BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Stormwater CIP Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance (188,184) 579 26,773 26,773 12,240 Revenues Taxes - - - - Licenses & Permits - Intergovernmental Services 230,215 Charges for Goods & Services - Fines & Penalties - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 480,023 351 188 200 -100.0% Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 532,474 102,836 131,019 335,000 598,655 78.7% Total Revenue 1,242,712 103,187 131,207 335,200 598,655 78.6% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies - - - - - Services 9,014 22,185 14,755 29,510 10,000 -66.1% Capital Outlays 1,044,935 54,809 130,985 301,970 598,665 98.3% Debt Service - Principal - - - - - Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - - - - Total Expenditure 1,053,949 76,994 145,740 331,480 608,665 83.6% Net Change in Fund Balance 188,763 26,194 (14,533) 3,720 (10,010) -369.1% Ending Fund Balance 579 26,773 12,240 30,493 2,230 Sufficient to Meet Obligations " 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 37 City of Port Townsend Olympic Gravity Water System (OGWS) BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Water Sewer CIP 2024 Proposed vs Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2023 Budget Revenues Taxes Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties Miscellaneous Revenue Other Increases Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) Total Revenue Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits Supplies Services Capital Outlays Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out)*** Total Expenditure Net Change in Fund Balance Ending Fund Balance 2,464,976 338 130 54,079 - 54,417 2,465,106 50,777 628,024 34,747 - 52,632 4,470,000 1,447 - - 545,056 139,603 1,173,080 (85,186) 1,292,026 545,057 1,837,082 - - 86,900 2,065,745 32.7% 4,448,410 4,470,000 5,043,382 12.8% 23,454 2,500 105,000 4100.0% 6 420,000 - -100.0% 4,471,870 4,892,500 5,235,282 7.0% 1,397,650 1,127,134 1,175,645 4.3% - 429,000 890,100 107.5% 1,397,650 1,556,134 2,065,745 32.7% 3,074,220 3,336,366 3,169,537 5.0% 4,911,303 5,173,448 8,080,840 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 38 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 39 City of Port Townsend WATER/SEWER CAPITAL BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Water Sewer CIP 2024 Proposed vs Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 2,471,741 2,564,787 2,038,034 2,038,034 1,125,477 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits - - Intergovernmental Services - - 1 191,500 - -100.0% Charges for Goods & Services 1,427,205 1,440,830 1,406,924 1,461,329 1,461,329 0.0% Fines & Penalties - - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 1,407 17,992 18,835 1,427,500 4,344,900 204.4% Other Increases - 62,715 - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 248,726 1,606,515 396,685 697,500 2,975,315 326.6% Total Revenue 1,677,338 3,128,052 1,822,445 3,777,829 8,781,544 132.4% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies - - - - - Services 41,409 24,895 17,917 17,917 17,917 0.0% Capital Outlays 215,301 1,648,270 1,290,642 1,374,000 7,310,472 432.1% Debt Service - Principal - - - - - Debt Service - Interest - - - - - Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out)*** 1,327,582 1,981,640 1,426,444 2,083,824 1,668,519 -19.9% Total Expenditure 1,584,292 3,654,805 2,735,002 3,475,741 8,996,908 158.8% Net Change in Fund Balance 93,046 (526,753) (912,557) 302,088 (215,364) -171.3% Ending Fund Balance 2,564,787 2,038,034 1,125,477 2,340,122 910,114 Sufficient to Meet Obligations ** Operating Transfers include funding Water Capital Debt Service in the Water/ Sewer Operating Fund 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 39 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 40 City of Port Townsend GOLF COURSE FUND BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Golf Course Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 6,251 5,484 2,500 2,500 1,882 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties - - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 8,363 8,041 9,055 25,000 16,000 -36.0% Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 11,000 5,000 Total Revenue 8,363 8,041 20,055 25,000 21,000 -16.0% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies 1,045 177 - 15,000 16,000 6.7% Services 8,085 10,849 20,672 9,672 5,000 -48.3% Capital Outlays - - - - - Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - - - - Total Expenditure 9,130 11,026 20,672 24,672 21,000 -14.9% Net Change in Fund Balance (767) (2,984) (617) 328 - -100.0% Ending Fund Balance 5,484 2,500 1,882 2,828 1,882 Sufficient to Meet Obligations " 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 40 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 41 City of Port Townsend SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BUDGET SUMMARY 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease SDCs Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 1,105,953 1,463,326 2,156,674 2,156,674 2,671,469 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Services - - - - - Charges for Goods & Services 445,530 781,031 807,648 367,440 745,000 102.8% Fines & Penalties - - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 715 12,317 21,516 2,000 40,000 1900.0% Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) - - - - - Total Revenue 446,245 793,348 829,164 369,440 785,000 112.5% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - - - - Supplies Services Capital Outlays Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest - - - - - Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) 88,872 100,000 314,369 33,500 605,906 1708.7% Total Expenditure 88,872 100,000 314,369 33,500 605,906 1708.7% Net Change in Fund Balance 357,373 693,348 514,795 335,940 179,094 -46.7% Ending Fund Balance 1,463,326 2,156,674 2,671,469 2,492,614 2,850,563 Sufficient to Meet Obligations 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 41 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 42 City of Port Townsend UNEMPLOYMENT RESERVE FUND BUDGET SUMMARY Unemployment Internal 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease 2024 Proposed vs Service Fund Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 25,591 22,232 22,347 22,347 29,202 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties - Miscellaneous Revenue 14 116 Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 22,631 4,389 10,000 50,000 50,000 0.0% Total Revenue 22,646 4,505 10,000 50,000 50,000 0.0% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 26,004 4,391 3,145 50,000 50,000 0.0% Supplies - - - - - Services Capital Outlays Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - - - - Total Expenditure 26,004 4,391 3,145 50,000 50,000 0.0% Net Change in Fund Balance (3,359) 114 6,855 - - Ending Fund Balance 22,232 22,347 29,202 22,347 29,202 Sufficient to Meet Obligations " 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 42 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 43 City of Port Townsend FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND BUDGET SUMMARY LEOFF 1 2021 2022 2023 2023 2024 Increase/Decrease Fiduciary Fund Actual Actual Forecast Budget Proposed 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Budget Beginning Fund Balance 277,706 294,572 313,511 313,511 329,524 Revenues Taxes - - - - - Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties - - Miscellaneous Revenue 160 2,152 Other Increases - - - - - Other Financing Sources (inc. Transfers In) 34,235 34,235 34,235 34,235 27,500 -19.7% Total Revenue 34,395 34,235 36,387 34,235 27,500 -19.7% Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits 16,189 13,936 19,028 25,202 25,000 -0.8% Supplies - - - - - Services 1,340 1,360 1,346 1,346 35,581 2543.5% Capital Outlays - - - - - Debt Service - Principal Debt Service - Interest Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) - - - - Total Expenditure 17,529 15,296 20,374 26,548 60,581 128.2% Net Change in Fund Balance 16,866 18,939 16,013 7,687 (33,081) -530.3% Ending Fund Balance 294,572 313,511 329,524 321,198 296,443 Sufficient to Meet Obligations " 2024 City Manager Proposed Budget 43 City of Port Townsend Lodging Tax Fund Budget Detail and Summary Lodging Tax 2021 Actual 2022 Actual 2023 Forecast 2023 Budget 2024 Proposed 1nerease1icrease 2024 Proposed vs 2023 Adopted Beginning Fund Balance 178,655 415,628 721;405 721,405 8,48,6441 Revenues Taxes 525,079 602,167 585,876 525,000 525,00,0 00% (Licenses & Permits - - - - - Intergovernmental Services Charges for Goods & Services Fines & Penalties - - - - Miscellaneous Revenue 124 3,426 7,223 750 10,01010, 1233.3% Other Increases - _ _ _ Other Financing Sources Qinc. Transfers In} Total Revenue 525,203 606,693 � 593,0,98 525,750 535,000 1.81 Expenditures Salaries & Wages & Benefits - - 40,0,00 75,000 75,199 03% Supplies - - - - - Services 125,185 149,641 195;412 264,343 309,918 172% Capital Outlays 38,045 25,175 7,448 15,000 20,000 33.3% Debt Service - Principal - - - - - Debt Service - Interest - _ _ _ _. Other Financing Uses (inc. Transfers Out) 125,000 125,000 125,000 125,000 125,000, 0 01% Total Expenditure 288,230 299,816 367,860 4179,343 530,117 10.6% Net Change in Fund Balance 236,973 305,777 225,238 46,407' 4,883 -89.51 Ending Fund Balance 415,628 721,405 946,644 767,812 951,527 Sufficient to Meet Obligations i !' communityGoal Statement: Port Townsend Lodging Tax Advisory Committee's (LTACs) vision of sustainable touris is to reinvest oboth residents and visitors. I 2024 Key Goals: • Gather and analyze data to use in planning and grant -making decisions. • Support a balance of infrastructure and marketing investment. • Build key relationships to further LTAC's vision of sustainable tourism 2024 Work Plan: • Provide support to the Port Townsend Creative District in the implementation of the Arts and Culture Plan (funded by LTAC in 2023), and the Soundcheck Festival; • Continue the Community Grants program; • Fund continued operations at the Port Townsend Visitor Information Center (VIC) including staffing regular business hours, maintaining the EnjoyPT website and social media accounts, and collection of data for visitation, lodging, and economic impact; • Collaborate on marketing with LTAC member organizations and others, with the PT VIC, OPTC, and PT Main Street as primary partners to attract visitors to Port Townsend in the shoulder seasons (January through April, October through December); • Continue support for downtown winter lighting and collaborate with Main Street and others on interpretive signage in downtown and uptown; • Broaden our participation and contributions within the regional tourism sector; • Plan infrastructure projects to be implemented within the next two years; Proposed Fleet Replacement Option Draft November 2023 PCD 38,805 38,805 Engineering 35,479 35,479 Facilities 50,000 55,436 55,436 Library 37,031 37,031 PW Admin 66,523 - - - 66,523 Police 160,000 820,451 114,752 35,631 368,777 1,339,611 Parks 38,000 166,308 39,016 205,323 Streets 100,705 407,620 71,261 92,194 671,780 Total by Year 348,705 1,627,653 153,768 106,892 460,971 2,449,989 2024 replacement costs included in proposed budget except Streets Total by Dept includes 2024 Streets 20% annual funding over 5 years 489,998 489,998 489,998 489,998 489,998 2,449,989 restores Fleet Replacement Reserve 111y (f port Townsen Submitted By: Heidi Greenwood, Emma Bolin, and Steve King Agenda Bill AB23-257 Meeting Date: November 6, 2023 Agenda Item: X.D ® Regular Business Meeting ❑ Workshop/Study Session ® Special Business Meeting Date Submitted: November 1, 2023 Department: City Attorney, Director of Contact Phone: 360-379-5048 Planning and Community Development, and Director of Public Works SUBJECT: Authorization of Cherry Street property listing agreement CATEGORY: ❑ Consent ❑ Resolution Staff Report ❑ Ordinance BUDGET IMPACT: Expenditure Amount (2023): N/A Included in Budget? Yes ❑x No ❑ Contract Approval ❑x Other: Motion Public Hearing (Legislative, unless otherwise noted) 3 -Year Strategic Plan: 3 - Establish systems to support diverse housing options Cost Allocation Fund: SUMMARY STATEMENT: In Resolution 22-038, Council directed City staff to hire any consultants needed to prepare the Cherry Street property for sale and to explore marketing options. Staff also discussed several options with the Council, during the September 19, 2022 meeting and the August 8, 2022 workshop. These options were explored again on October 16, 2023 in which the City Council directed staff to continue to pursue sale of the property including demolition of the existing Cherry Street Structure. Since August of 2022, City staff worked with Terry McHugh to prepare the property for the market. To do this, staff negotiated with Grace Lutheran Church who have traditionally used part of the Cherry Street property for Church parking. Mr. McHugh also assisted staff in developing a possible site plan that maximizes density on the site. The project is now at a point when the property is nearly ready for market. Staff recommends entering into a listing agreement with a commercial realtor, Terry McHugh. Staff has discussed an approach to listing the property and recommends continuing to prepare the property with a goal of listing the property on or near February 1, 2024. The City will list the property in a manner to solicit offers from potential purchasers for 90 days. The timing of the listing is influenced by the Cherry Street demolition and cleanup as well as finalizing the church parking easements and right of way vacation. Offers will be received and evaluated based on offer price and density. The listing price is as of yet undecided and will be influenced by the recent appraisal. The goal of maximizing density will be communicated to potential purchasers recognizing that a project must be financially viable which may result in varying offers. Staff will bring back offers and a recommendation to the City Council in May of 2024 if all goes as planned. ATTACHMENTS: N/A CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: N/A RECOMMENDED ACTION: Move to authorize the City Manager to enter into a listing agreement with Terry McHugh for the sale of the Cherry Street property. ALTERNATIVES: ❑x Take No Action ❑x Refer to Committee ❑x Refer to Staff ❑x Postpone Action ❑ Remove from Consent Agenda ❑ Waive Council Rules and approve Ordinance ❑ Other: CITY MEETINGS SCHEDULE (This schedule is draft only, subject to change. See City website w cityofpteus) Day Date Time Type of Meeting Tentative Agenda Item Location Absent Mon Nov 6 6:00 City Council Business Meeting • City Managers 2024 Proposed Budget Chambers • Dept of Ecology Shorelands Planning Grant Contract Approval • Nuisance Abatement and Property Lien Approval • Cherry Street Public Hearing • Possible Listing Contract • Port Townsend Golf Park Principles Tues Nov 7 3:00 Historic Preservation Committee CANCELED Chambers Wed Nov 8 3:00 Council Culture and Society Committee CANCELED Chambers Thurs Nov 9 4:15 Civil Service Commission Chambers Thurs INov 9 6:30 Planning Commission Chambers Fri Nov 10 HOLIDAY- CITY OFFICES CLOSED Mon Nov 13 5:30 Special Session City Council Business Meeting Tour of Mountain View Pool with Meeting to Follow Mountain View and Tour Commons/Pool Wed Nov 15 3:00 Council Finance and Budget Committee Chambers Thurs Nov 16 3:00 Public Art Committee Chambers Thurs Nov 16 5:00 Special Session Intergovernmental Port Hudson Collaborative Group Pavilion Mon Nov 20 5:00 Special Session Transportation Benefit District Chambers Board Mon Nov 20 6:00 City Council Business Meeting • Public Hearing- Preliminary 2024 Budget Chambers • Public Hearing- 2024 Revenues and Property Tax Levies Adoption • 1st reading 2023 Budget 2n1 supplemental • Public Utility Tax and Stormwater/Sewer Rate Study Update —1st reading of Utility Tax Revision Ordinance • Evans Vista Final Design Selection • Golf course Contract Approval • Capital Budget Presentation • Cass Street Resolution to Set Vacation hearing (Cherry Street) Wed Nov 22 2:30 Jefferson County Housing Fund Board BOCC Thurs Nov 23 HOLIDAY -CITY OFFICES CLOSED Thurs Nov 23 6:30 Planning Commission CANCELED Chambers Fri Nov 24 HOLIDAY- CITY OFFICES CLOSED Tues Nov 28 4:30 Parks, Recreation, Trees and Trails Advisory Bd Chambers Mon Dec 4 6:00 City Council Business Meeting . Public Hearing- Budget Approval Adoption • WWTP 25th consecutive award presentation. • Annual building and development review fee increase Chambers Tues Dec 5 3:00 Historic Preservation Committee Chambers Wed Dec 6 3:00 Council Infrastructure and Development Comm. Chambers AH Thurs Dec 7 3:00 Arts Commission Chambers AH Mon Dec 11 6:00 City Council Workshop Chambers Tues Dec 12 1:00 Library Advisory Board Pink House Tues Dec 12 3:00 Climate Action Committee Pacific Room Wed Dec 13 3:00 Council Culture and Society Committee Chambers Thurs Dec 14 4:15 Civil Service Commission Chambers Thurs Dec 14 6:30 Planning Commission Chambers Mon Dec 18 6:00 City Council Business Meeting Chambers Wed Dec 20 3:00 Council Finance and Budget Committee Chambers Thurs Dec 21 3:00 Public Art Committee Chambers Mon Dec 25 HOLIDAY -CITY OFFICES CLOSED Tues Dec 26 HOLIDAY -CITY OFFICES CLOSED Tues Dec 26 4:30 Parks, Recreation, Trees and Trails Advisory Bd CANCELED Chambers Wed Dec 27 2:30 Jefferson County Housing Fund Board BOCC Thurs Dec 28 6:30 Planning Commission Chambers Mon Jan 1 HOLIDAY -CITY OFFICES CLOSED Tues Jan 2 6:00 City Council Business Meeting Chambers Wed Jan 3 3:00 Council Infrastructure and Development Comm. Chambers Thurs Jan 4 3:00 Arts Commission Chambers Mon Jan 8 6:00 City Council Workshop Chambers Intergovernmental Collaborative Group Update of Engineering Design Standards Jeffco.Housing Fund Bd Records Management Policies Adoption of Shoreline Master Program Update Mountain View Leases (December) Suggestion Board and Workplan Review (Jan, Apr., July, Oct.) Budget Hearings and Adoption (Nov -Dec) Council Committee Reports (April, July, October) Contract Renewals Financial Sustainability Task Force Annual Update to the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan