Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/05/197849¸ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 5, 1978. The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 5th day of September, 1978, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Pro Tem Dale Judy presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Joseph Ciprioti, Dale Judy, James Parker, Richard Shaneyfelt, Elizabeth Smith, and James Wilson. Also present were City Engineer Roger French, City Attorney Glenn Abraham, and City Clerk-Treasurer David Grove. It was indicated that Mayor Steve.asked to be excused because he would be out of town. MINUTES It was indicated that under New Business the minutes of August ].5, 1978, the item should read as follows: Street Lighting - Councilmember Camfield brought up a request he received from Helen Palmer regarding a street light on the west side of McKinley Street between Clallam and McKinley. The request was referred to the Fire & Light Committee. Councilmember Ciprioti made a motion which was seconded by Councilmember Parker to approve the minutes as amended and to dispense with the reading of them which passed unanimously by roll call vote. BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims were presented for payment: Current Expense Street Library Park Water-Sewer 1978 Water Construction Federal Shared Revenue Equipment Rental P. W. E. A. Firemen's Pension & Relief Payroll 16,158.69 3,568.09 1,177.11 355.77 6,410.34 231,632.56 191.58 2,153.72 568.11 655.36 13,740.40 A motion was made by Councilmember Packer--and seconded by Councilmeraber Wilson that the bills and claims be paid which was passed unanimously by roll call vote. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Grove read a letter dated August 22~1978, from Heidi Rodeghier requesting extensionof Conditional Use Permit $116 allowing the Quimper Inn a tourist home to be established at 1306 Franklin. Councilmember Wilson made a motion to approve the permit for one additional year which was seconded by Councilmember Ciprioti. Councilmember Smith noted that the applicant requested the permit be extended for 5 more years and asked if the Council would consider 2 or 3. Councilmember Ciprioti stated that he would rather see all Conditional Use Permits come up for review once each year. Councilmember Parker indicated they would continue to be approved unless a problem developed. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. Mr. Grove read a letter dated August 30, 1978, from the Jefferson County Planning Department regarding the proposed preliminary plat of Rogers Long Plat in Chima- cum along with a response prepared by Jack Fields. A letter from Carl J. DeLeo dated September 5, 1978, was read regarding {he cliff on Washington Street. The request was turned over to the Street Committee. A letter from the Planning and Community Affairs Agency dated September 1[ 1978, was recognized requesting the City's participation in a HOusing i?orum to be broadcast on public television. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 5~, 1978 (Cont.) BID OPENINGS The following bid for concrete supply for the construction of Tennis Courts at Cherry Street Park was opened and read aloud. Fred Hill Material Inc. $4,744.00 Councilmember Parker made a motion to accept the bid which was seconded by Coun- cilmember Wilson which passed unanimously by roll call vote. COMMITTEE REPORTS Mr. Grove reported that the budget preparation has begun by department heads. He also reported that Mae Cook, the Utility Accountant, is presently disabled to the point that she may not return to work again full time before she retires. As a result, applications are being accepted for a new Utilit~ Accountant. OLD BUSINESS Fisher Final Pl~t '- Mr. Grove read the recommendation from the Planning Commission that the final plat be approved. Included with their recommendation was an indication that agreement was reached between Mr. Hawley and Mr. Fisher that if drainage should become a problem that Mr. Fisher Would ~nstall dry wells. Councilmember Smith pointed out that Port Angeles Savings and Loan has a big interest in this and Mr. Marsh voted in favor of the recommendation. Councilmember Wilson made a motion to approve the final plat provided the dry wells and other necessary improvements are made to provide adaquate drainage. The motion was seconded by councilmember Parker and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Mr. French asked Mr. Abraham if the Mayor would need to withhold his signature until the improve- ments are complete. Mr. Abraham said he would. Mr. Fisher was recognized and requested that the Council reconsider their decision and offered a cash bond to quarantee his good faith in complete this work. Mr. Marsh was recognized and reminded the Council that this requirement was not a part of the original P.U.D. which was approved. Councilmember Wilson made a motion to modify the previous motion to grant final approval subject to completion of the improvements or receipt of performance bond in an amount to be determined by the City Engineer as sufficent to cover completion of the.improvements which was seconded by Councilmember Parker and passed unanimously by roll call vote. PUBLIC HEARING Final Application for Housing Rehabilitation and Neighborhood Imporvement Program Randy Tyler was recognized and explained the need for this public hearing. He then asked for citizen input on needs that are not being satisfactorily met or other suggestions on how we might approach community development needs. No test- imony was offered on'this subject. Mr. Tyler went on to explain that the pro- posed housing rehabilitation would'concentrate on improvements of the basic structures, roofs, etc. The funds would be used as a deferred payment loan. In the event that the property owner sells his home, the funds would be recycled. Councilmember Smith asked if administrative costs now being included in the grant would not be available when it comes time to recycle the grant. Mr. Tyler indi- cated that was a possibility, but a separate nonprofit organization similar to a housing authority is being considered which might administer the recycled funds. There being no further testimony, the hearing was closed to the public. Mr. Tyler explained that the interlocal agreements have not been approved in their final form by all the attorney's involved. He indicated the final appli- cation due date is September 15, 1978, before the next regular meeting of the City Council. He explained that the changes in the agreement regard establish- ing a ceiling on administrative costs. A brief discussion followed between the Council and the County Commissioners present on who would be doing the work, how many homes would be involved, etc. Councilmember Shaneyfelt made a motion to approve the concept of the program and authorize the Mayor and City Attorney to enter into an interlocal agreement which was seconded and passed unanimously by roll call vote. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 5, 1978 (cont.) AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Mayor Pro Tem Judy opened the meeting to the audience to address the Council. Citizens present made no attempt to address the Council. NEW BUSINESS Animal Control - Sydney Klenk, Poundmaster was recognized and requested an opinion from the Council as to whether or not the City should become involved in providing emergency animal control services outside the City limits to the County on a reimbursement method of financing. The request was referred to the Police and License Committee. Shoreline Management Substantial Development Permit Application of Richard Steinke #21-78, Fast Food Restaurant - Mr. French read a letter dated August 24, 1978, ~from the Jefferson County Planning Department on behalf of the Jefferson-Port Townsend Shoreline Management Advisory Commission recommending that the permit be issued under certain conditions. A motion was made by Councilmember Shaneyfelt and seconded by Councilmember Wilson that the following findings be made and that the permit be granted subject to the following special conditions: FINDINGS 1. The proposed project is a secondary use (non-water-~dependent commercial) in an Urban area designation. 2. The proposed project is subject to the standards of the City of Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance. 3.The proposed project will take place beyond the natural shore- line of Port Townsend Bay. 4. The proposed project would be located between existing commercial enterprises-a petroleum bulk plant and laudrymat. 5. The proposed project has been determined to be exempt from the State Environmental Policy Act. 6. The proposed project is consistant with the goals, policies, and standards of the Jefferson-Port Townsend Shoreline Management Master Program and the Shoreline Management Act. SPECIAL CONDITIONS 1. The project shall be in compliance with the standards of the City of Port Townsend Zoning Ordinance. 2. Appropriate landscaping is encouraged. 3. Off-premise advertising signs and bull boards are not permitted. 4. On-permise advertising signs-shall be constructed against.or painted on buildings to minimize visual or access obstruction of the shoreline. 5. On-premise signs shall not extend in height beyond the highest exterior wall of the building to which the sign relates. Signs shall not be erected upon the roofs of structures. 6. Artificial lighting for signs shall be directed or beamed away from the water, public street, or adjacent premises so as not to cause glare or reflection that may constitute a traffic or boating hazard or nuisance. 7. Neon signs are not permitted in the shoreline area. No sign, or part thereof, shall consist of banners, posters, streamers, spinners, or other similar moving devices. 8. No signs shall be constructed or posted .in a manner which obscures or detracts from the effectiveness of nawigational aids.' The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. ~Public Hearings - Councilmember Ciprioti made a motion which was seconded by Councilmember Shaneyfelt that public hearings be held on Short Subdivision Appli- cation #78-0702 for John Picket and Street Vacation Application #78-0703 for. Harold Foust at the regular meeting October 3, 1978. The motion passed unanimous- ly by roll call vote, ADJOURNMENT There being no'further business to come before the Council at this time, Mayor Pro Tem Judy declared the meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 5, 1978 (cont.) ATTEST: Clerk-Treasurer MAYOR: Pro-Tem MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 19, 1978 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 19th day of September, 1978, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Joseph B. Steve presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Joseph Ciprioti, Richard Shaneyfelt, Elizabeth Smith and James W%lson. Also present were City Attorney Glenn Abraham, City Engineer Roger French, and City Clerk-Treasurer David Grove. Councilmember Tom Camfield and James Parker arrived at 7:31 p.m. Councilmember Dale Judy was excused due to the fact he was working swing shift this night. MINUTES A motion was made by Councilmember Ciprioti to approve the minutes of September 5, 1978, as written and to dispense with the reading of them which was seconded by Councilmember Wilson and passed unanimously. BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bill and claims were presented for payment: Street Park Water-Sewer 1978 Water Construction Equipment Rental Firemen's Pension & Relief Current Expense 20,223.28 89.74 1,813.15 3,844.43 1,380.39 655.00 1,825.81 A motion was made by Councilmember Wilson and seconded by Councilmember Parker that the bills and claims be paid which passed unanimously. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Grove read a letter dated September 19, 1978, from Kristine DeWeese request- ing that the City Council reconsider the San Juan Estates Shbdivision. Council- member Camfield asked for Mr. Abraham to define what a vested interest means as referred to in this letter about Mr. Marsh. Mr. Abraham indicated that everyone within the community in his opinion has a vested interest which may or may not result in financial gain when it come to considering the subdivision of land. Councilmember Smith asked Mr. Abraham if the President of the Local Branch of the Port Angeles Savings and Loan has any problems when his bank has an immediate interest. Mr. Abraham indicated he does not know of the banks involvement with San Juan Estates Plat. Councilmember Smith requested that Mr. Abraham review the record and advise the Council as to whether the Plat should be sent back. A brief discussion ensued in which Mr. French pointed out the facts as he under- stood them. Mr. Abraham explained that a recommendation from the Planning Com- mission on a plat is administrative rather than a quasi judicial action, however this is not to say wrongful acts are justified. Mayor Steve then declared the discussion of this item of correspondence closed.