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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/16/1991 198 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 2, 1991, Cont. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting adjourned at 9:50 PM. Attest: 4r~ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 16, 1991 The City Council of the city of Port Townsend met in regular session this sixteenth day of April, 1991, at 6: 30 PM in the council Chambers of city Hall, Mayor Brent S shirley presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean Camfield, John Clise, Vern Jones, Michael Kenna, Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsley and Sheila Westerman. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, City Attorney Keith Harper, Director of planning and Building .Iichael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. PUBLIC COMMENTS Virginia Wolf was recognized and thanked all those who worked on the Maritime Committee for a wonderful welcome and festivities for the visit of the Spanish sailing ship, the Juan Sebastian de Elcano. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following i t~ems on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Approval of the Minutes for March 5 and 19, without reading. as written 1991, Approval of the following Bills and Claims: Current Expense street Library Park Emergency Medical Services Capital Improvement Local Improvement District #1 Water-Sewer Storm and Surface Water Equipment Rental Firemen's Pension and Relief Total $ 74,238.98 10,272.94 4,421.88 6,750.68 851.87 1,279.81 11,651.50 60,674.92 3,815.74 9,954.77 301.00 $ 184,214.09 setting Hearings: Lot Area Definition for May 7, 1991 I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 16, 1991, Cont:. Approval of Side Sewer Contractor License: Guttormsen Brothers Communications: A letter dated :,Ap~il.: 5, 1991, from Mayor shirley and Commissioner Larry Dennison to the Port Commissioners proposing a joint planning process wi th the port for determining the long-term USI~S and management of the Point Hudson property was copied for Council. A memorandum dated April 10,1991, from the Historic Preservation commission stating four specific areas of concern about the sign code was copied for Council and referred to Unfinished Business later on the agenda. A letter dated April 11, 1991, from Michael Hildt to PenelOpE! Grace thanking her for her letter proposing an ordinance to deal with simple, routine land use matters and reporting that thE~ City Attorney is reviewing a draft ordinance and file from 1988 in order to prepare and ordinance for consideration by the Planning commission and City Council was copied for Council. A letter dated April 11, 1991, from Michael Hildt to Michael Gilman citing violations to his Conditional Use Permit 8902-02 and sign code was copied for Council. A letter dated April 11, 1991, from Thomas Jackson reporting that golf balls are landing in his yard which is across San Juan Avenue from the golf course was copied for Council and referred 'to the Parks/Property Committee. A memorandum dated April 12, 1991, from Andrew Thurston to Mike Kenna including notes to Bob Wheeler from Mike and Beth Kelley, Bill and Sharon Cadero, and Andrew Thurston regarding the wittakers Wetland Project was copied for Council and referred t:o the Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee. This concludes the Consent Agenda. PUBLIC HEARINGS Condi tional Use Permit 8912-07 Lamy. Mr Hildt reviewE!d the recommended findings, conclusions and conditions of the Planning commission as well as a memorandum from Rick Sepler and staff Historic Preservation commission reports. Mr Hildt requested that Council delay a decision on this permit until the next meeting when findings, conclusions and conditions can be written based upon tonight's discussion. Mayor Shirley opened the hearing 1:0 the Public. Doug Lamy was recognized and spoke in favor of the permit and explained his interpretation of the parking requirements. Don Tretheway speaking for the Urban Resource Alliance was recognized and spoke in opposition to the permit listing concerns about the condominium references in the Conditional Use Permit. Dou'~ Lamy was recognized and suggested that the top floor of building A5 be changed to residential status and stated that this projE~ct is application of the moratorium edicts and spirit. After lengthy discussion of parking for condominium units with the applicant, Councilmember Clise made a motion that this discussion be continued until the next councilmeeting and request that the applicant meet with the planning department to clarify the use of the residential units to be built, by that he stated he meant that if he is intending to use the top unit as a residential unit, lets call it a residential unit, and if there are any other units he intends to use for other than transient lodging, lets call it out now so we know what we are dealing with. Also to have the numbers for parking on Water and Monroe streets which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. 199 200 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 16, 1991, Cont. RECESS Mayor Shirley declared a recess at a: 35 PM. reconvened at 8:45 PM. The meeting was UNFINISHED BUSINESS Proposed Sign Code Amendment. Mr. Hildt reminded the council that they last discussed this proposal on March 16,1991, during which improvements were suggested. He presented 1:he council with several changes to the draft. He began a review of the requirements for reader board signs at gas stations show ing slides of various examples from other cities. After a discussion on the total sign area that should be allowed a service station, Councilmember Clise moved 1:hat the council approve the April 12, 1991 version with the term qas being replaced with fuel which was seconded by Councilmember ~rones which passed with six councilmembers voting in the affirnative. Councilmember Westerman voted against the motion. A discussion ensued on signs appearing on fuel pumps. Councilmember Clise made a motion that the council approve the change proposed on April 12, 1991 labe:Led number 2 with the addition "pertaining to motor fuel" which was seconded by Councilmember Kenna and passed unanimously by voice vote. A discussion ensued about real estate signs. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that they be limited to a total of 4.5 square feet per side for a total of nine square feet on a double sided sign which was seconded by councilmember Jones. A discussion ensued on the size of lettering during which additional slides were reviewed. Councilmember Clise made a motion that the si ze of lettering not exceed twelve inches except the first letter of each word which could b~ as large as eighteen inches which was seconded by councilmember Kenna and passed unanimously by voice vote. A discussion ensued about illuminated sign::; such as neon and other internally lighted signs. Mr. Hildt was a:::ked to come back to the council with additional information about neon signs. A discussion about businesses without preDlises such as a historic walking tour ensued. It was noted that the council received a letter dated April 15, 1991, and franchi:;e agreement from Joyce Cox-Webb. Councilmember Kenna asked Ms. Webb if the April 12th proposal met her requirements., She explained that the franchise presented to the council was patterned after one previously approved by the council for the vic1:orian Carriage Tours. Councilmember Westerman made a motion tc' approve the suggested wording for businesses without premises which was seconded by Councilmember Kenna and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Shirley suggested that the remainder of the suggestions be continued to the next meeting. Union Wharf Status Letter. Mr. Hildt expj.ained that his roll has been to be the "pen in hand" in preparing this document and reminded the council that the first draft was presented to them at the last meeting where they were asked to :nake suggestions between meetings which has resulted in two addi t~ional drafts. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Clise made a motion that the letter with adjustments made by Councilmember Westerman be sent which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman. After further discussion the motion passed unanimously by voice vote. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 16, 1991, Coni:. Commercial Recycling Fee/Contract Amendment with superior I~efuse, Inc. RESOLUTION NO 91-33 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO 91-31 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A NEW AMENDMENT TO A CONTRACT WITH SUPERIOR REFUSE REMOVAL, INC. Mr. Grove explained the concerns expressed with the agreement approved at the previous meeting and resulting modifications. He explained that the changes are acceptable to Superior. Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the council adopt Resolution No 91-33 which was seconded by councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Ordinance Changing Start of Meetings. ORDINANCE NO 2234 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE NO 1790, AS AMENDED, TOGETHER WITH SECTION 2.04.010 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE, PROVIDING FOR AND CHANGING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. CQuncilmember Clise made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Clise made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2234 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch. Councilmember Owsley objected to delay because of the length of recent council meetings. The motion passed by roll call vote with Councilmembers McCulloch, Kenna, Jones, Westerman and Clise voting in the affirmative and Councilmembers Owsll~y and Camfield voting against the motion. Ordinance Approving G. o. Bonds for Balloon Hanger. ORDINANCE NO 2235 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND OF THE CITY IN THE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $250,000 TO FINANCE THE COST OF CONSTRUCTING AND EQUIPPING THE BALLOON HANGAR AT FORT WORDEN FOR USE AS A PERFORMING ARTS CENTER; FIXING THE DATE, FORM, TERMS, MATURITIES AND COVENANTS OF SAID BOND; AND PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF THE BOND HEREIN AUTHORIZED. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title and explained the need. Councilmember Clise made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by CouncilmemberWesterman and passed unanimously by' voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. counci 1 member Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance NiD 2235 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. 201 202 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APF~IL 16, 1991, Cont. Rezone Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO 2236 AN ORDINANCE REZONING LOTS 1 THROUGH 8 OF BLOCK 20 AND LOTS 1 THROUGH 4 OF BLOCK 11 OF THE CALIFORNIA ADDITION TO THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND FROM R-IA TO P-I ZONING AND MAKING AMENDMENTS TO THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFEC']'IVE DATE. Mr. Harper explained the ordinance. Mr Greve read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Owsley made a motioi1 that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passf~d unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2236 which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and pa::;sed unanimously by roll call vote. COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF HEPORTS Water/Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch announced a meeting of the committee for 5:00 PM on Monday, April 29t:1 to discuss rate impact fees, the Water Comprehensive Plan Updat:e, water rights, water quality, and service to Adelma Beach. street/storm Drainage/Light. Councilmenber Jones announced a meeting of the committee for 5:00 PM on Tuesday, April 30th to discuss miscellaneous street issues, the Washington Street Project, the brush/tree committee, guided historical tours, and wetlands. Councilmember Kenna asked that the council comment at this time on the Whi ttakers Wetland proposed by Andy Thurston rather than waiting for the committee meeting and exprE!ssed his support for the project. A discussion ensued during whJ.ch general support was expressed. Finance. Councilmember Owsley announced a meeting of the committee for 5: 00 PM on April 25, 1991, to hear rE!quests from the Library and Senior Center, to discussion repaymEmt of interfund loans, salary increases, City Hall repairs, and 1991 budget amendments. Councilmember Camfield asked why the Golden Age Club backed out from use of the Community Center. Parks/ProDerty. Councilmember announced a meeting at 10:00 AM on May 2, 1991, at the public works and golf course to discuss the cutting of buffer around the golf course pond with Tim Rymer of Wildlife and Michael Early. CouncilmembeJ:" Camfield made a motion that the council approve the fee schedul'3 proposed for the golf course which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Kenna announced a meeting of the committee at 5:00 PM on May 6, 1951 for the Elks and Rose Theater proposals. Mr. Hildt explained that the Elks application may not be ready at that time. Mayor Shirley asked for a status report on the Rose Theater project. T::1ere seemed to be some confusion among those present as to which of the grants still held an interest to Mr. Johnson. Councilmember Westerman indicated that she would have Phil Johnson call Mr. Grove. Mr. Hildt reported that the parkview Plat should be back by that date as well as Quimper Credit Union. Golden Age Club Building. Councilmember Westerman expressed support for other use of this building :;uch as shelter for the homeless and asked that this be inves1:igated. Councilmember Camfield expressed that two locations aJ:-e being maintained for senior acti vi ties when the Community Cent,er is such an excellent I I I .;..,-- I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 16, 1991, Cont. facili ty. Councilmember Owsley offered that the city 1:ry to facilitate a reconciliation of their differences with the Senior ci tizen Association. Mayor Shirley explained the ups and downs of membership in the Golden Age Club. Police/Fire/Animal Control. Councilmember Clise reported that the committee met with the Police Chief to discuss an administrative review of the department done by the Police Chief's Association and response from the department to these suggestions. He explained that in his opinion the report is quite critical of the department even though you must read between the lines and there is much work that needs to be done in that department. Councilmember Kenna echoed the concerns of Councilmember Clise explaining that the report could have been more strongly worded. Councilmember Westerman also concurred and explained inconsistencies about the D.A.R.E. program which she would like to see offered in the schools. Councilmember Camfield agreed that reports frc>m the department about lack of support from the schools is not consistent with her information. Councilmember owsley asked for an opportunity to read the report. Water/Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch asked for another member of the committee to attend a meeting the next morning regarding the water resource planning issue with the county and the public utility district along with the Public Works Director. Councilmember Clise indicated that he could break free about 9:30 AM which appeared to be acceptable. Keith Harper. Mr. Harper explained the following resolutions: RESOLUTION NO 91-35 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO AN ENGINEERING CONTRACT WITH KRAMER, CHIN AND MAYO, INC. (KCM) FOR ADDITIONAL VALUE ENGINEERING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE CITY'S PROPOSED SECONDARY SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT. Councilmember Clise made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 91-35 which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO 91~36 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH PACIFIC WETLAND NURSERY TO DEVELOP A RESTORATION PLAN FOR A PORTION OF A CITY SEWERLINE RIGHT-OF-WAY. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 91-36 which was seconded by councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. David Grove. Mr. Grove reported that Carol Baltes has been promoted to replace Kathy Hawley as the utility Accountant. Applications from staff are currently being sought to now replace Carol Baltes as Deputy Clerk-Treasurer. Robert Wheeler. Mr. Wheeler reported that last week a report was received about odors coming from the water system in a home. After investigation and some precautionary measures were taken, it was found to be a problem in the hot water system of that house. He indicated that he thinks we can learn a lot from this experience. Councilmember Westerman suggested that the city council be phoned so that they can properly field questions they receive from the public. 203 204 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRI:L 16, 1991, Cont. The meeting on the brushing policy was a success and Mr. Wheeler explained some of the results. The value engineering study will be conducted on Thursday and Friday, April 25th and 26th, with representative from the council and community involved. I Mr. Wheeler reported that the city may be J:-eimbursed for some of the storm damage to parks, streets, and emergency services through FEMA grants. He reported that the contract bids for a generator were not guaranteed with a bid bond and the low bidde:r has refused to honor his bid. He requested that the council reject all the bids and once again call for bids. Councilmember I<:enna made a motion to that effect which was seconded by CouncilmHmber Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. Michael Hildt. Mr. Hildt reported that Kai:heryn Johnson will be replacing Darlene Bloomfield as the Administrative Assistant as Darlene assumes her new responsibilities as an Assistant Planner. He indicated that they are now recruiting ::or a new Planning and Building Assistant. He reported that Clipper Navigation is not able to load or unload passengers in Port Townsend at the present t:ime, but has done some improvement to the wing walls at the Q~incy Street Dock in preparation for the installation of a float. They are working on the question of parking right now. A discussion ensued about the al ternati ve of city Dock for temporary loélding and unloading of passengers and parking concerns. I Parks and Property. Councilmember Camfield announced a committee meeting at 5:00 PM on Thursday, May 9th, to speak with a group of people interested in acquiring some property for urban forest. A discussion ensued about neighborhood concerns about golf balls from the Spring Valley Golf Course. NEW BUSINESS Ordinance Amendin9 Salary Maximums. Councilmember Camfield indicated that she has a number of questions about this ordinance and suggested that it be referred to tile Finance Committee. Councilmember Owsley echoed this request bec.iuse no explanation was offered in advance of this meeting. Ordinance Authorizing Interfund Loans. ORDINANCE NO 2237 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LO~¡ OF THE SUM OF $250,000 TO THE LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO 1 FUND, $120,000 TO THE HOTEL/MOTEL TRANSIENT TAX FUND AND $50,000 TC THE LIBRARY RENOVATION AND ADDITION FUND FRO]~ THE WATER- SEWER FUND AND PROVIDING FOR REPÀYMENT. I Mr Grove explained the ordinance and read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passE~d unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the council adopt Ordinance No 2237 which was seconded by Councilmember 1iesterman and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Ordinance Amending 1991 Budget. Mr. GrOïTe reported that this ordinance is not ready for introduction. I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 16,1991, Cont. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION Repairs to City Hall. Councilmember Westerman expressed concern that the repairs be accomplished that are needed for city Hall. Mayor Shirley suggested that this be taken up at the Finance Committee meeting scheduled for April 25th. Franchise for Walking Tour. Mr. Harper explained that this ordinance can not be acted upon at the same meeting where it is introduced. He reported that according to his investigation this approach is not common. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Shirley recessed the meeting into Executive Session to discuss litigation including Keith Harper, David Grove, Michael Hildt and Robert Wheeler at 11:20 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 11:50 PM. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting adjourned at 11:50 PM. AtteM ~ Clerk-Treasurer MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 7,1991 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this seventh day of May, 1991, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent S Shirley presiding. Rhody Queen Melanie Iszley called the meeting to order and read a proclamation declaring May 11th through May 19th as Rhododendrun Festival Week. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Jean Camfield, John Clise, Vern Jones, Michael Kenna, Jul ie McCulloch, Norma Owsley, and Sheila Westerman. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, ci ty Attorney Keith Harper, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt, and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Thomas Jackson was recognized and expressed concern about golf balls crossing San Juan Avenue. He showed the council a sack of golf balls which he reported have been collected from his yard this year. Councilmember Camfield responded that the Parks and Property Committee is looking into this to determine what is being done in other cities which have golf courses and have discussed it with the City Attorney. Bonita Flagg was recognized and gave a brief report on activ"ity at the animal shelter. She reported that the sixth annual Rhody Rover Run will be on May 11, 1991. She explained that they are loosing staff at the shelter and will be attending a convent~ion in Spokane. Programs are being taken out into the schools. License purchasing is up, the rate of adoption is high, and the neutering program is working. 205