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amendment for the Planning Commission to return with a vote. Mr. Keith did not accept the
amendment.
Due to the late hour. there was no public comment and the vote was taken.
VOTE
5 in favor, Jenks abstained.
Joint Parks Committee /Parks Commission. Councilmember Welch
Set meeting -- September 17. 1997, 7:00 p.m., Pope Marine Building
Agenda: Parks & Recreation Plan
Housing & Community Services. Councilmember Perry-Thompson
Set meeting -- September 17, 1997,4:30 p.m., Mayor's Office
Agenda:
Utilities Committee. Councilmember Shoulberg
Set meeting -- September 17, 1997, 1 :30 p.m., Public Works
Agenda: Gary Leaf presentation, rate model
AGENDA ITEMS POSTPONED -- to Continued Meeting of September 16, 1997:
~ Remaining Standing/AD HOC Committee Reports
~ Mayor's Report
~ Staff Reports
~ Public Comment
~ Councilmembers General Discussion
~ Executive Session to consider property acquisition
RECESS
Then;' being no fwiher business, at 11 :35 p.m. Mayor McCulloch declared the meeting recessed until
7'00 p.m. on September 16, 1997, Port Townsend Community Center Card Room.
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MINUTES OF THE CONTINUED SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 16, 1997
The City COlmcil of the City OfPOli Townsend met in continued session this 16th day of September,
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1997, at 7:00 p.m. at the Port Townsend Community Center to continue business of the regular
council meeting of September 15th. Mayor Julie McCulloch presided.
ROLL CALL
Council members present at Roll Call were, Kate Jenks, Ted Shoulberg, Ian Keith, Diane Perry-
Thompson, Jean Camfield and Mark Welch. Council member Bill Davidson was excused. Staff
Members present were, City Attorney Timothy McMahan, Director of Public Works Bob Wheeler,
Library Director Linnea Patrick, Finance Director Michael Legarsky and Sheila Avis, Minute Taker.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor McCulloch recessed the meeting into Executive Session at 7:15 p.m. to discuss property
acquisition including Mr. McMahan, Mr. Doug Mason, and Mr. Legarsky. The meeting was
reconvened at 7:36 p.m. There was no action.
STANDING/AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS
Transportation. Councilmember CamtÌeld
September 3, 1997, Regular meeting
Discussion items:
~ Draft letter to DOT
~ Intersection at Taylor and Water
~ Brief discussion of other continuing transportation items
Set meeting -- October 1, 1997,4:30 p.m., Mayor's Office
Agenda: Walnut Street overview.
DOT Transportation. Councilmember Jenks
Announced meeting -- September 25, 1997, Public Meeting, Port Townsend High School
Agenda: Tacoma Narrows Bridge tolls
Announced meeting -- RTPO September 26, 1997. Mitzel's Restaurant. Poulsbo.
Agenda: Tour of Hood Canal Bridge. Lynn Kessler cannot attend.
Public Safety Committee. Councilmember Jenks
August 25. 1997, Pope Marine Building
Discussion items:
~ Dog Leash Ordinance
~ No interest perceived regarding pet waste
Set meeting -- September 23, 1997,2:00 p.m., Pope Marine Building
Agenda: Pet Issues
Utilities Committee. Councilmember Shoulberg
~ Discussion regarding rate recommendations and the Mayor's budget. Shoulberg indicated he
would like to see the rate model, the framework.
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Set meeting -- September 17, 1997, 1 :30 p.m., Public Works
Agenda: Gary Leaf presentation, rate model.
Set meeting -- October 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m., Public Works
Agenda: lAC cable
Announced: County Water Summit, September 18, 1997
MA VOR'S REPORT
Mayor Julie McCulloch reported that the Joint Growth Management Act (GMA) Committee met last
week:
~ Mr. Shoulberg cited some of the complicated issues: dealing with Glen Cove within the
framework of GMA; needing a $300,000 study; rural designation for the whole county.
~ The Mayor expressed concern that the study area on Glen Cove, the scope of work and collecting
data are about one year away. She noted risks regarding borders and inferior infrastructure as
Glen Cove continues to develop without controls. She expressed to the County desire to proceed
as soon as possible.
~ Mr. Keith noted difficulty in holding the line on interim controls and suggested that with a Comp
Plan amendment could be 18 months away.
~ Mr. Shoulberg pointed out there is not only inferior infrastructure, but there are also inferior uses
locating in Glen Cove. He suggested the Port help fund infrastructure.
Next meeting -- October 13,1997,3:00 p.m.
STAFF REPORTS
Buildin2" and Community Development: Director Bruce Freeland, by Mayor
~ Memo regarding Certified Local Government (CLG) status, the proposal from the Histcrical
Society and Ms. Barbara Marseille, stating that requirements have been met, and recommending
the City pursue CLG status. He suggested the City reassess if further resources are required.
~ Welch asked ifthe City can decertify.
~ Recommendation: Authorize the Jefferson County Historical Society and the Historic
Preservation Committee to pursue CLG status.
MOTION
Jenks
Approve the recommendation that the Jefferson County Historical
Society and the Historic Preservation Committee pursue CLG status,
if resources are available.
SECOND
VOTE
Keith
After public comment
Public Works: Director Bob Wheeler
~ Union Wharf: working on garbage and lighting.
~ Funding to buy the last 40 foot portion of dock for perhaps $9,000 - $14,000. Ms. Jenks asked
regarding the Water Taxi tying up at the dock. Mr. Wheeler said it is in the ordinance, but the
ordinance may not be approved by lAc.
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Taylor and Water Street bulb outs. Tree in front of Quimper Sound to be removed; will be
replaced. A notice will be in the newspaper. Arborists are volunteering to assist in selection of
tree species.
Replacement of pwnp station at Monroe Street. Contractor is ill , may want to switch to Primo
at same cost to complete before winter.
Jefferson County Community Network. Application for $65,000 grant; propose to use a lot of
money on courses, and some as voucher money for attendees, usable for recreation choices for
after school program, summer recreation program, etc. Need to apply within the next couple of
weeks; need permission to go ahead and a supporting letter from the City, to participate.
Jefferson Community Network will be the lead.
Mr. Shoulberg noted the storm water basin off San Juan is filling rapidly and is working. Mr.
Wheeler said it will return to its wetland state.
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Library: Director Linnea Patrick
~ Received $55,600 grant applied for -- federal funding through the State Library Association. The
grant requires 52 to 58 percent matching funds; match may include volunteers. Facilities
Committee had proposed electrical upgrade which could be matching City funds; the Facilities
Committee also proposed CD Rom reference, spread sheet technology rehabilitation in 1998.
Grant money could be received in November 1997 with no expenditure required until 1998 so
could go through the budget process.
~ Attended Community College conversations in Port Angeles last week; were very supportive of
enhanced learning for Olympic Peninsula College. A meeting may be scheduled for Port
Townsend.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Peter Badame suggested using Community Network vouchers for child care during the
Network's course. Ms. Virginia Wolf said that was an excellent idea. She said the City recreation
program is excellent and filling needs for a lot of people. Mr. Wheeler indicated vouchers can be
used by kids beginning at age 5 for after school and late start programs. Ms. Camfield noted it is a
safe place to leave kids after school..
VOTE ON MOTIONS MADE DURING COMMITTEE/STAFF REPORTS
Mayor McCulloch opened the meeting to the Public for comment on the motions made by Council
during the Committee/StatT reports.
MOTION
VOTE
Pursue CLG Status
Unanimous, 6 in favor
MOTION
Council authorize the Finance Department to issue Primo a contract
for a replacement pump station at Water and Monroe Streets, should
it become necessary, at substantially the same cost.
Keith
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SECOND
VOTE
Shoulberg
Unanimous, 6 in favor
COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
Ms. Camfield distributed copies of a draft job description for the City Council President and
Mayor Pro Tern and also Operating Procedures for the City Council. She suggested they be
discussed at the next council meeting.
Ms. Jenks asked regarding the Land Use Committee and Planning Commission ratifying what
they covered in their recent straw poll regarding high tech uses of former Bed and Breakfast imls.
It was pointed out that was taken care of with the motion made at the September 15, 1997 city
council meeting.
Ms. Jenks asked about prioritizing what they should pursue in her recent memorandum regarding
policies and procedures. Ms. Camfield suggested discussing this along with the discussion of the
Mayor Pro Tern at the next Council Meeting.
It was determined to continue the discussion plaruled for this study session regarding financial
impact on use of the Kah Tai Professional Building to September 22, 1997, 7:00 p.m. in the Pope
Marine Building.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, at 8:55 p.m., Mayor McCulloch adjourned the meeting..
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