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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02222005 CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 22, 2005 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this twenty-second day of February, 2005, at 6:30 p.m. in the Port Townsend temporary Council Chambers in the Cedar Room of the Waterman & Katz Building, Mayor Catharine Robinson presiding. ROLL CALL Council members present at roll call were Frank Benskin, Freida Fenn, Kees Kolff, Geoff Masci, Laurie Medlicott, Catharine Robinson, and Michelle Sandoval. Staff members present were City Manager David Timmons, City Attorney John Watts, Long Range Planning Director Jeff Randall, and City Clerk Pam Kolacy. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA There were no changes to the agenda. PROCLAMATION Mayor Robinson presented a proclamation in honor of Rotary International Day and the 1O0th anniversary ofthe organization. Several members of the three area clubs were present. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (consent and non-agenda items) Dennis McGuire, building owner, re access at Movies Plus. Scott Walker re Access! Ability! workshop. Mayor, Councilor, City Manager Comment Mr. Timmons stated he will make a site plan of the McGuire and adjoining property available to the council for informational purposes. CONSENT AGENDA Motion: Mr. KoljJ moved/or approval of the jòllowing items on the Consent Agenda. Ms. Fenn seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. City Council Business Meeting Page J February 22.2005 Approval of the following Bills, Claims and Warrants: Vouchers 92895 through 93041 in the amount of $854,903 .69 Approval of Minutes: February 7, 2005 Approval of Resolution: RESOLUTION 05-009 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PORT TOWNSEND GRANTING FINAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND BINDING SITE PLAN APPROV AL FOR PHASE III OF THE TREEHOUSE CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT UNFINISHED BUSINESS Fort Worden Parking Fees City Manager Timmons reviewed the agenda bill and directed the Council's attention to a spreadsheet showing the latest figures on collections for Fort Worden Parking Revenue. He noted the LTAC Committee has offered $5,000 from their reserve fund to be allocated toward the agreement; the remainder of the funding commitment for the February payment is $1,70 I. He added that during budget deliberations, Council reserved $25,000 in unspecified funding rather than earmarking funds for Fort Worden parking. If the Council wishes to continue under the terms of the agreement, a payment must be authorized. Public comment Scott Walker: stated he would rather upgrade "w" Street than turn a park into a parking lot. Mary DeLong: urged Council to follow L T AC recommendation; she stated that Port Townsend is supported in large manner by tourism and LTAC funding should be spent on drawing people here rather than providing parking once they have arrived. Discussion ensued regarding partnerships among those responsible for the 2005 parking fee deferment. Current partners in addition to the City were identified as Centrum, Washington State Parks, Marine Science Center, and Peninsula College. Signatories to the Memorandum of Agreement are the City, State Parks and Fort Worden Advisory Coalition. Mr. Masci brought up the question of a costlbenefit breakdown to determine the value of the parking improvements to the Fort. Ms. Fenn stated that a cost/benefit analysis could also cover the impact to streets around Fort Worden if people parked there instead of inside the park. Mr. Timmons stated any estimate of the cost investment would be very City Council Business Meeting Page 2 February 22, 2005 speculative. He noted that rebuilding a major urban street could be a $2 million dollar investment but how that would be equated to cost/benefit analysis would be beyond his skill to determine. Motion: Mrs. Medlicott moved that the Council accept the LTAC Committee recommendation and allocate $5,000 from LT A C reserve funds in 2005 jòr payment of Fort Worden parking fees for 2005. Mr. Ko?ff seconded. Mrs. Medlicott noted that although she personally objects to the use ofLTAC funds for this purpose, the Council entered into a good faith agreement, and must honor this obligation to continue to provide funding as agreed in 2005. Mr. Kolff noted that the Chair of the State Parks Commission stated during his recent visit that he wants to work with us to make Fort Worden economically viable and recognizes the uniqueness of the park. Amendment: Mr. KoljJ proposed to amend the motion by adding that in addition to the $5,000 from iTA C reserves, the City allocate up to $15,000 of General Fund money to complete the terms of the agreement for 2005. Ms. Sandoval seconded. Mr. Benskin stated he could support the original motion, but not the amendment at this time. He characterized this as a foolish use of the Council's contingency fund. Vote: amendment carried, 5-2, by voice vote, Benskin and Masci opposed. Mr. Masci stated he would not support subsidizing a state park with city funds. Vote on motion as amended carried, 5-2, by voice vote, Benskin and Masci opposed. SPECIAL BUSINESS MADGE WALLIN SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT Ms. Sandoval recused herself from the discussion, as she is the buyer's representative for the Wallin real estate transaction. City Attorney John Watts reviewed the agenda bill, stating that Council is asked to approve a settlement of the City's 1999 court judgment against Madge Wallin with the Wallin Estate in the amount of $200,000 to be paid from the closing on the Wallin residence scheduled to occur on or before March I. Mr. Timmons added that a demolition permit has been issued for removal ofthe unpermitted wall. Public comment: None City Council Business Meeting Page 3 February 22, 2005 Motion: Mr. Masci moved to approve the City manager's execution of necessary documents to settle the Wallin judgment for $200,000 receivedfrom the sale of the residence by approximately March 1, 2005, and take necessary steps to ensure the Estate removes the wall. Motion carried unanimously, 6-0, by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING RESOLUTION 05-0 10 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDING A COMBINED HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT WITH JEFFERSON COUNTY AND TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH THE GRANTING AGENCY'S REQUIREMENTS RESOLUTION 05-011 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH JEFFERSON COUNTY TO MAKE A JOINT APPLICATION FOR A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FOR A HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR PORT TOWNSEND AND JEFFERSON COUNTY RESOLUTION 05-012 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, TO ADOPT A GRlEV ANCE PROCEDURE POLICY FOR A PLANNING ONL Y COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDING Mayor Robinson read the rules of procedure for the public hearing. No Council members expressed any financial or property interest in the outcome ofthe hearing. Long Range Planning Director Jeff Randall reviewed the agenda bill and noted that the Board of County Commissioners approved similar resolutions earlier today. He also noted that the Washington State Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development publication "Community Development Block Grant - Local Government Division" was available tonight for distribution to the Council and all meeting attendees. Jeff introduced Vanessa Brower ofOlyCap and chair of the Affordable Housing Task Force. Mr. Randall stated that ifthe grant is received, he will be the project manager and the Affordable Housing Task Force will act in an advisory capacity. City Council Business Meeting Page 4 February 22,2005 He also clarified that adopting the grievance procedure is a requirement of the program. There was no public testimony. Motion: Ms. Fenn moved to approve Resolutions 05-010, 05-01 J, and 05-012. Mr. Masci seconded Motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. RECESS Mayor Robinson declared a recess at 7:55 for the purpose of a break. RECONVENE The meeting was reconvened at 8:03 p.m. PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS Motion: Mr. Masci moved to accept the Mayor's recommendations and confirm the ./òllowing appointments. Mr. Benskin seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. Tree Committee Richard Hefley Position 2, term expires 05/01/07 Transportation Advisory Board Charles Aldrich Position 3, expires 05/01/07 PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD - "Y" TASK FORCE Motion: Mr. Ko?ff moved to task the Park Board to make a recommendation to Council on efforts being undertaken by the YMCA to form a Metropolitan Park District. This includes authorization to the Board to have representatives attend "Y" taskforce meetings to assist the Board in its review and recommendation. Board representatives to the "Y" taskfòrce may comment on proslcons and options, but may not vote on Y task jòrce actions or recommendations, and are not authorized to represent a City position. Mrs. Medlicott seconded. Mr. Masci clarified that the YMCA is acting in an investigatory capacity only and has no authority to propose a bond issue. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO COUNCIL RULE 3.3 (AGENDA ORDER) Mayor Robinson reviewed the agenda bill, noting that the practice of having two different agenda formats for monthly meetings is not working well; the amendment would provide one standard agenda format for all business meetings. City Council Business Meeting Page 5 Fehruary 22,2005 Motion: Ms. Fenn moved to approve the Mayor's recommended amendments to Council Rules 3.3, Order of Business, 3.3.1 Agenda Order with the following changes: V B. to read Mayor, Councilor, City Manager "response" (replaces "comment") and XIII to read "Suggestions for next and future agenda....." Mr. Sandoval seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. REVIEW OF CITY MANAGER EMPLOYMENT TERMS Motion: Ms. Fenn moved to assign Councilors Medlicott and KoljJ to review the City Manager employment terms and report back to the Council no later than the April 4 business meeting. Mr. Masci seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT INVOICE FOR VOTER REGISTRA nON COSTS Mr. Timmons stated that Councilors have received a copy of the invoice received from Jefferson County for voter registration costs for city residents. He added that this is an item not budgeted so a revision to the 2005 budget will be needed. BUILDING PLAN REVIEW RESOURCES Mr. Timmons referred to the memo from Interim DSD Director David Wright regarding the steps he recommends taking as interim measures pending council approval to proceed with the DSD reorganization. After some discussion, it was agreed that the CD/LU Committee would be looking at the issue in depth and making recommendations to the full Council. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS AFFORDABLE HOUSING TASK FORCE Motion: Mr. Masci moved to place endorsement of Je.fferson County Continuum o.fCare Resolution Endorsing the Creation and Implementation o.f a Ten- Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness on the March 7 business meeting agenda. Mr. Ko?ff seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0, by voice vote. SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS Ms. Fenn suggested that water conservation measures be placed on a future agenda. Mr. Timmons noted that the second phase of the rate study will address this issue, but not before summer. City Council Business Meeting Page 6 February 22, 200j Mrs. Medlicott asked that Council be updated more regularly on the water reserves. Mr. Timmons stated he would ask that e-mail updates be forwarded to Council members by the Public Works staff. EXECUTIVE SESSION At 8:55, Mayor Robinson announced that Council would retire to executive session to discuss employee performance review issues. She estimated the session would take about 30 minutes and stated that no action would be taken at the conclusion. RECONVENE The meeting was reconvened at 9:24 p.m. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Attest: ,-,---.. -j/. /' ", -- ,/ , '-" ,./ // - \..Jii;'1 "",/...y Pam Kolacy, CMC ' City Clerk City Council Business Meeting Page 7 February 22, 200)