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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/17/1991 I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 3,1991, Cont. where they can reduce or recycle waste upon request which is presently in Clallam County. Styrofoam. Mayor Shirley reported that he had received a call from Washington D C stating that the grass-roots effort of Port Townsend on the styrofoam issue had been discussed. Note of Appreciation. Councilmember Kenna stated his appreciation for the city Fire Department's quick action to put out a fire in a vacant garage in back of the Printery while he was a~Tay on vacation. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting adjourned at 9:30 PM. Attest: ð~l~ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17,1991 The city Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this Seventeenth day of September 1991, at 7:00 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 fJÜchael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. PUBLIC COMMENTS Joyce Cox-Webb, Guided Historical Tours, was recognizE!d and requested that the Franchise Ordinance for Peninsula Tours ì~ held until she has been properly notified by mail as prescribed in her franchise ordinance. John Sudlow, one of the owners of the N D Hill Building and reporting to represent eleven other property owners, was recognized and commented on the transient accommodation ordinance stating that without the ability to lease rooms for periods longer than 29 days, many of the motels in the Historic District would not be able to stay in business throughout the year. Ruth Skogman, co-owner of the Palace Hotel, was recognized and agreed with Mr Sudlow saying that the 29 day limit in an entire year is too restrictive, particularly during the winteJc when fishermen with boats being repaired or millworkers here for the length of a job are here for longer periods of time. David Hero representing the Main Street Farmer' s Mark~~t was recognized and requested an extension to the end of the çrrowing season for the market. 299 300 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17, 1991, Cont. RESOLUTION NO 91-72 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AME:~DMENT TO THE LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR THE FARMEE~' S MARKET TO EXTEND THE TERM THEREOF. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 91-72 which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. Michael Anderson, speaking for himself and :~is neighbor Mrs Wright, was recognized and presented a petition requesting that public hearings before the Planning Commission é,nd the City Council be held to discuss the illegal partitioning ~nd establishment of an illegal lot line in the sale of Lots 4 & 5 and a portion of Lots 3 & 6, Block 274, Eisenbeis Addition (310 Cleveland Street). PRIORITY ITEM Gary Olels, representing Superior Refuse, was recognized and commented on the problems with the small size of the street garbage cans and presented an analysis of garbage and recyclable material collected during the past six months. Mr Olels commended the recycling efforts, noting that out of the business community, 71% are participating in the recycling program but in the residential community, it is 48%. Mr Olels also stated that he will be giving quarterly reports. A brief discussion of the street cans and the placing of recycling containers near them ensued. John Sudlow was recognized and requested consideration of extra garbage containers for public use in the Jackson Bequest/City Dock area as the N D Hill building dumpster is presently being used. Ruth Skogman was recognized and commented on the accumulation of garbage behind some of the businesses. Councilmember Westerman commented that this problem is being dealt with at the present time. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Approval of the Minutes for August 6, and August 20, 1991, as written without reading. Approval of the following Bills and Claimf::: Current Expense Street Library Park Hotel/Motel Emergency Medical Services Water-Sewer Storm and Surface Water Equipment Rental, Firemen's Pension and Relief Total $ 31,582.66 10,586.85 23.56 1,079.60 1,593.36 294.84 25,410.10 528.05 9,438.85 325.70 $ 80,863.57 Approval of Appointment and Reappointment: Mark Welch to the planning Commission term to expire December 31, 1993. Gwen Howard to the Library Board of Trustees term to expire September 18,1996. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17,1991, Cont. communications: A letter dated August 30, 1991, from Kathleen Snow, District Ranger, Quilcene Ranger District, to the Watershed Advisory Board encouraging the establishment of an annual tour of the wat:ershed was copied for Council and referred to the Water/Sewer ComDlittee. A letter dated September 2, 1991, from Vernon Rosbach in support of Skip Boice was copied for Council. A letter dated September 3,1991, from Brent Shirley to Ron Olsen, Executive Director, Chamber of Commerce, requesting that Visitor Center staff and volunteers advise visitors that the Seagull Tour is appropriate only for standard passenger vehicles was copied for Council. An article written by Rose Pike entitled "Sidewalk stories" was copied for Council at the request of Councilmember Camfield on September 4, 1991. A letter dated September 4,1991, from Burt Green, Manager, Cable Operations, Port Townsend Cable TV, requesting that the city extend their franchise (Ordinance No 1871) for an additional 15 yeélr term was copied for Council and referred to the street/Storm Drainage/ Light Committee. A letter dated September 6, 1991, from Michael Hildt to Sheri Robison, Executive Director, Main Street and Ron Olsen, ExE!cuti ve Director, Chamber of Commerce, enclosing a copy of the Planning Commission's recommendation for an ordinance allowing sandwich board signs and explaining their enforcement role was copied for council. A 1990-1991 Library Board Report dated September 6, 1991, from Gwen Howard, President, Library Board, was copied for Council. A letter dated September 10,1991, from William Betker stating his concerns for trees that may blow down on his house in the rigrht-of- way of 20th and Eddy Streets was copied for council and referred to the Street/storm Drainage/Light Committee. A letter dated September 10, 1991, from Peter Simpson, Exe~cutive Director, Clallam Jefferson community Action, thanking council for its sponsorship of the Planning Only Grant for the rehabilitation of existing housing and stating that they have received word from the Department of community Development that a planning grant in the amount of $24,000 has been approved, was copied for Council. A letter dated September 11,1991, from Amy Limker to Bob Wheeler requesting improvement to Redwood Street was copied for Council and referred to the Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee. A letter dated September 11, 1991, from Erwin P Jones, ,Jr, in behalf of John Pickett, commenting on the proposed Gateway Project in relation to the Castle Hill Shopping Center was copÜ:¡d for Council. This concludes the Consent Agenda. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Shirley reported that the Council Watch advertisement in the last issue of the Jefferson County-port Townsend LeadE~r was misleading to the public. He asked Mr Grove to explaln the difficulty in comparing the 1980 budget to the 1990 budget which he did referring to a memorandum dated September 16, 1991. The Council was advised that after allowing for inflation and taking 301, 302 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17, 1991, Cont. out the construction projectes listed in the 1990 budget, the growth in the budget was 3.3% per year. While the population growth in the city has been modest, the population in the water service area has doubled. PUBLIC HEARINGS Amendment to Sign Code. Mr Hildt reviewed i:he draft sandwich board sign and size of sign lettering alternative and noted that the Planning Commission vote was 3-2 with the minority not expressing their reason for opposition. Mayor Shirley opened the hearing to the public. Bob Sokol was recognized and spoke in favor of sandwich board signs and asked for approval of the proposed changes. Cal McCune was recognized and spoke in favor of sandwich board signs, particularly for businesses that do not front on Water street and in favor of the requirement of liability insurance by the sign owner. Mr McCune suggested restricting the use of sand- wich boards by business owners at the corner of a street and that enforcement could be monitored by the parking enforcement person. David Hero was recognized and spoke in favo!:" of sandwich boards and the enforcement in the alternative. Mr Hero suggested a limit of one sandwich board per business and stélted that the Planning Commission had not agreed with his sugges,tion. Bob Rickard was recognized and stated that the Planninc.; commission felt that limiting a single sign per business was not necessary because the signs come out of the total signage alloWl3d. Joyce Cox-Webb was recognized and spoke against a fee for sandwich board signs and in favor of the Chamber of Commerce and Main street monitoring the boards. There being no further testimony, Jlfayor Shirley closed the hearing to the public and turned to the CDuncil for disposition. A lengthy discussion ensued, which included reference to a letter dated September 17, 1991, from Ron Olsen, Executive Director, Chamber of Commerce, on their desks this 13vening in which it was stated that the Chamber is still in the process of developing a position. The discussion also included a contract with Main Street and the Chamber for enforcement; a trial pe:riod; Sims Way corridor, kiosks, banner signs and streamers, a grace period, off -premise signs and possible Gateway requirements. After going through the draft ordinance changes, Councilmember Clise made a motion that the number of sandwich boards per business be limited to one and that the grace period be two years after the adoption of the Gateway Plan or December 31, 1994, whichever f:.rst occurs, which was seconded by Councilmember Kenna and passE!d unanimously by voice vote. councilmember Jones made a motion to continue further discussion until the meeting on October 15, 1991, which was seconded by Councilmentber Camfield and pasBed unanimously by voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Lamy Conditional Use Permit 8912-07 Restrictive Covenants. Mr Harper explained the Restrictive Covenant:; and the amendments to Ordinance No 2250. After discussion, Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council approve the Restrictive Covenants listed in the memo from Keith Harper dated September 13,1991, and to modify the conditions set forth in the Conditiona:L Use Permit accordingly to apply with these covenants, which was sHconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice VOtE:. Transient Accommodation Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO 2262 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ÙRDINANCI: NO 2250 AND SECTION 17.08.498 OF THE P::>RT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE TO CHANGE THE ,DEFINITION OF "TRANSIENT ACCOMMODATION" TO CONFORM TO THE I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17, 1991, COJrlt. RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MADE PRIOR TO PASSAGE OF ORDINANCE NO 2250 AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Kenna ¡made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by CouncilJmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Kenna made a :motion that the council adopt Ordinance No 2262 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Senior utility Discount Ordinance. Mr Grove reported on infor- mation on property tax discounts requested by the Council ¡:it the last meeting. councilmember Jones made a motion that an ordinance be prepared to set the income limit at $15,000.00 as of January 1, 1992, which was seconded by councilmember Clise and passed unanimously by voice vote. Civil Infractions Ordinance No 2260. Councilmember Jones ¡made a motion that Ordinance No 2260 be tabled until October 15, 1991, which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Peninsula Tours Franchise Ordinance No 2261. After discussion, Councilmember Jones made a motion that Ordinance No 2261 be tabled until October 15, 1991, which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF REPORTS Street/Storm Drainage/Light. Councilmember Jones set a meeting of the Committee for October 7, 1991, at 5:00 PM to discuss the Port Townsend Cable TV Franchise, trees on Redwood Street and at 20th and Eddy and any other miscellaneous items. Pink House Ad Hoc. Councilmember Camfield reported that the Commi ttee had met and discussed the request for proposals for renovation and use of the Pink House. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council authorize the Committee to advertise the Request for Proposals which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote after Mr Grove reported that there will be costs of about $2,000.00 to advertise and review the proposals. Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council make a mitigated determination of nonsignificance for the proposal to build a 6,226 square foot commercial building to house Bill's Tire store which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. The mitigating measures follow as revised on September 17,1991: A.:.. Earth 1. To mitigate possible stormwater drainage and erosion hazards from the proposed project, a drainage plan shall be prepared by a civil engineer for approval by the Public Works Director. this plan shall be completed and approved prior to grading or clearing. The plan shall include the following in writ.ing or diagrams: 0 0 0 Location of proposed building Property lines Details of terrain, including present contours, existing impervious surfaces, and proposed finished contours Soil loading/compressibility and slope stability considerations Peak discharge and volume of surface water entering and 0 0 303 304 ~ ~ Ii... 1. L. 1. JL.. 1. IL.. 1. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEJofBER 17, 1991, Cont. 0 0 0 0 leaving subject property Delineation of areas to be impervious Design of oil\water separator anj detention system Details of all erosion control m3asures Proposed construction schedule (i ncluding time of erosion control measures installation) 2. To mitigate potential adverse impacts to the stormwater drainage and slope stability of the (fully area, a vegetated drainage swale shall be established along the eastern side of the developed portion of Alder Street. Jh. AIR 1. To mitigate adverse air impacts due to dust during dry weather, construction areas should be watered to suppress dust. In order to reduce potential surface and ground water contamination, chemical dust suppressants should not be used. ~ WATER 1. To mitigate potential adverse impacts to water quality, an API oil\water separator will be installed and include provisions for maintenance on a semi-annual basis. Ih PLANTS 1. No mitigation measures are recommended. ~ ANIMALS 1. No mitigation measures recommended. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES 1. No mitigation measures recommended. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH 1. To mitigate potential adverse environmental health hazards, the applicant shall be required to store tires and other potential health hazards in an enclosed storage structure. The applicant should pursue salvage, reuse, and recycling of used brake and vehicle repair materÏë.ls. LAND AND SHORELINE USE No mitigation measures are recommended. HOUSING No mitigation measure recommended. AESTHETICS To mitigate potential adverse aesthetic impacts, service elements for storage or mechani(:al equipment, tires, dumpsters, and recycling facilities s~all be placed away from pedestrian ways, at the rear of the property and screened with physical barriers or landscape. LIGHT AND GLARE To mitigate potential 1 ight and glare impacts,. be used on all exterior lighting to nitigate from affecting road or surrounding useS. The direct light or glare downward and away properties. shielding shall light and glare shielding shall from adjoining I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17,1991, Cont. k RECREATION 1. No mitigation measures recommended. ~ HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION 1. To mitigate potential impacts to archeological resources which may be discovered during excavation, work should be stopped if such materials are discovered and the State Historic Preservation Officer be contacted immediately. lL.. TRANSPORTATION 1. To mitigate potential adverse impacts to traffic safety, Alder Street shall be developed to city street standards from Sims Way to Third Street. Third street shall be developed to minimum street standards. 2. To mitigate potential adverse impacts to parking an(i safe access, the proponent shall obtain a common use agreeme:nt for vehicle travel from the tow adjacent property owners. In addition, the proponent shall obtain a parking use agreement from Bob Murray for 6 employee parking spaces on the adjacent vacant lot to the southeast. 3. To mitigated potential adverse impacts to pedestrian safety, a painted pedestrian crossing shall be established betwE!en the proposed building and the Peninsula Floors building 'to the west. One way vehicle directional signage shall be installed along the water line easement area and include a posted. speed limit of 15 miles per hour. !h 1. PUBLIC SERVICES No mitigation measures proposed. ~ UTILITIES 1. To mitigate potential adverse impacts to water line damage, associated with vehicle crossings, the applicant shall assist the Public Works Department in conducting a profile on the water line. The results will ascertain the need for (the type and amount of) structural fill to reinforce the pavement or the need for relocation or replacement of the water line, as determined by the Public Works Director. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council make a mitigated determination of nonsignificance for the proposal to build a 15,000 square foot Elks Lodge building and a paved parking area for 75 cars which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield. Jim Wilson, representing the Elks, was recognized and spoke stating that an architect will be hired to work with the Planning Department on the building plans and that the Elks agree with the mitigation. After a lengthy discussion of the transportation plan with Michael Anderson, the motion passed unanimously by voice vote. The mitigating measures follow as revised on september 17,1991: ~ 1. EARTH To mitigate adverse impacts to stormwater drainage facilities from the proposed project, a drainage plan for the site: shall be prepared by a civil engineer for approval by the Public Works Director. This plan shall be completed and approved prior to grading or clearing. The plan shall include the following in writing or diagrams: 0 Location of proposed building 305 306. rh L E.:.. ~ 1. !L. 1. .L. 1. ~ 1. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTE)\fBER 17, 1991, Cont. 0 0 Property lines Details of terrain, including present contours and proposed finished contours Soil loading/compressibility considerations Peak discharge and volume of surface water entering and leaving subject property Delineation of existing and propDsed impervious areas Design of oil\water separator and detention areas 0 and slope stability 0 0 0 2. To mitigate potential adverse silts,tion and erosion from grading and construction, temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures should be reviewed anj approved by the Public Works Director. The proponent should utilize best management practices as identified in the PSWQA draft stormwater design manual. . Ih. 1. AIR To mitigate adverse air impacts due to dust during dry weather, construction areas should :De watered to suppress dust. In order to reduce potential surface and ground water contamination, chemical dust suppressants should not be used. ~ WATER 1. To mitigate adverse water quality impact associated with increased impervious surfacing, a final design plan incorporating biofiltration of runoff, grass-lined swales and detention ponds, shall be approveå. by the Public Works Director prior to issuance of the Clearing and Grading permit. PLANTS 1. No mitigation measures proposed. ANIMALS 1. No mitigation measures recommended. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES 1. No mitigation measures recommended. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH To mi tigate adverse construction noise impacts on nearby residences, construction shall be limited to between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM Monday through FI'iday and prohibited on weekends. LAND AND SHORELINE USE No mitigation measures are proposed. HOUSING No mitigation measures are proposed. AESTHETICS To mitigate impacts of the proposal or, existing open space and neighborhood character, the proposal f;hall incorporate a dense evergreen vegetative buffer at least 20 feet in width along the property line fronting Discovery Road. A ten foot vegetative buffer shall be established around the perimeter of the rest of the property. A plan iL.ustrating the location, type and size of all proposed landscaping shall be submitted I I I I I I lh !L.. 3. Q.:.. 1. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17, 1991, cont. to the Director of Planning and approved prior to the issuance of a building permit. The landscaping plan shall specify the design and location of a drip irrigation system that will support the establishment and maintenance of the proposed vegetation. LIGHT AND GLARE 1. To mitigate potential light and glare impacts, be used on all exterior lighting to mitigate from affecting road or surrounding uses. The direct light or glare downward and away properties. shieldinçr shall light and. glare shieldingr shall from adjoining h RECREATION 1. No mitigation measures are recommended. M. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION 1. To mitigate potential impacts to archeological resources which may be discovered during excavation, work should be stopped if such materials are discovered and the State Historic Preservation Officer be contacted immediately. TRANSPORTATION 1. To mitigate traffic safety impacts, the applicant shall dedicate 30 feet west of centerline of Discovery Road. along the entire frontage of their property for roadway improvements. 2. To mitigate hazardous turning movements into and out of the site, the applicant shall provide a left-turn lane on Discovery Road to facilitate traffic entering and exiting the property. This will necessitate a widening of the paved roadway approximately 12 feet within the dedicated rigrht-of- way mentioned above. The alignment of the main entrancE~ shall be opposite the realignment of 14th Street to enhance t:raffic intersection safety. The applicant shall also dedicate the corner of property on the east side of Discovery Road and agrees to coordinate with the city Public Works Engine!er for the final alignment of the entrance. With the exception of construction costs for realigning 14th Street, the expenses and construction for roadway improvements are to be paid for by the applicant. To mitigate impacts of increased pedestrian hazards assCiciated with the increased trip generation over time, full frontage pedestrian improvements shall be installed at a later date if adjacent development in the immediate area warran1:s the improvements. PUBLIC SERVICES To mitigate fire safety impacts, the applicant shall install all driveways at least twenty feet wide to allow eme!rgency services access onto the property. A 25-foot wide fire lane around the perimeter of the building shall be provided and compliment vehicle parking. Fire hydrants are to be located on the northerly and southerly sides of the building. ì~ third f ire hydrant may be required in the area of Recreational Vehicle Parking should the applicant decide to include additional short-term parking facilities. The applicant assumes all responsibility for materials and installation costs. 307 308 lh. k !h. 1. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17, 1991, Cont. ~ UTILITIES 1. To mitigate impacts to inadequate ut:Llities, and eight-inch water line shall be installed along Eddy Street by the Towne Point Corporation with materials provided by the City. The applicant shall participate in payback agreements with the City and/or Towne Point Corporation to compensate for expenses to install a water main along Eddy Street. The applicant agrees to pay up to half of all expE!nses for materials and installation of this water line from Idscovery Road up to the service connection for the Elks LodgH building. It remains the sole responsibility of the applieant to provide service lines from the service tap to the proposed building. 2. To mitigate impacts to inadequate ut:ili ties, sewer service shall be extended from either the west~ at an existing manhole in the vicinity of Towne Point PUD or from the east at an existing manhole across Discovery Roacl. The applicant agrees to pay all costs for connecting into the City Sewer system. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the council make a mitigated determination of nonsignificance for con::;truction of 28 single family residences and associated utilities and roadways on existing platted lots by Vantage Homes which was seconded by Councilmember Jones. After a brief discussion during which Lee Wilburn agreed wi th the mitigation measures, the motion passed unanimously by voice vote. The mitigating measures follow as revised on september 17, 1991: k 1. EARTH To mitigate siltation and erosion from excavation and construction, temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures should be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Director. AIR 1. To mitigate adverse air impacts dlle to dust during dry weather, construction areas should be watered to suppress dust. In order to reduce potential surface and ground water contamination, chemical dust suppressants should not be used. WATER 1. To mitigate adverse water quality impacts, runoff should be collected in grass-lined swales and dispersed by sheet flow. Designs for specific conveyance, detention, and biofiltration features should be submitted to the :Public Works Department for review prior to the issuance of o:my additional building permits. 2. To mitigate impacts associated with i:he construction of the detention facility, the design of each pond shall closely follow existing topographic contours. PLANTS To mitigate construction impacts on siqnificant trees, details for their retention and protection duz'ing construction should be provided and drawings submitted pJ::-ior to building permit approval. No significant trees (with a diameter of six inches or more) shall be cut unless they are located within ten feet of a residence, street, or driveway. I I I I I I ~ 1. :L.. ~ 1. ~ Ih h !h 1. L 1. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17,1991, Cant. ANIMALS To mitigate adverse impacts on wildlife habitat a surve}' shall be undertaken that identifies any resident significant species within the project area. This survey shall be submitted to the Director of Planning and approved prior to the issuance of any additional building permits. Should the survey identify resident significant species within the project area, a wildlife mitigation plan shall be submitted to the Director of Planning and approved prior to the issuance of any additional building permits. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES No mitigation measures proposed. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: NOISE To mi tigate adverse construction noise impacts on nearby residents the following mitigating measures should be listed by the applicant on the face of the construction drawings submitted to the city for building permit approval. a. Construction shall be limited to between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM Monday through Friday and prohibi.ted on weekends. b. These conditions shall be prominently displayed at or near the entrance to the site in view of contractors and the public. LAND AND SHORE~INE USE No mitigation measure proposed. HOUSING No mitigation measure proposed. AESTHETICS No mitigation measure proposed. LIGHT AND GLARE To mitigate light and glare impacts from outdoor lighting sources that would effect adjacent residential areas and roads, fixtures that serve to shield and direct light or glare downward and away from adjoining properties shall be used. RECREATION To mitigate adverse impacts to recreation resulting from the shortfall of facilities in the project area the applicant shall contribute a proportionate share of needed improv'ements based on the project's contribution to growth in recreation facility use; provided that the contributions should be reasonable, equitable, and based on relevant considerations. possible mitigating mea.sures could include, but are not limited to the fo¡lowing: Dedication of la.nd for parks; Improvement of undeveloped park land; contribution of a pro-rata share of funds for off- site park facilities consistent with the demands created by the development. If the mitigation measure proposed by the applicant is to 1. 2. 3. 309 310. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTE:MBER 17, 1991, Cont. dedicate land within or adjacent to the project for a park site, it is recommended that the applicant closely work with the Jefferson County Land Trust in coordinating this dedication with proposed trail plans. In addition, the location of dedicated park land should be on the perimeter of the project area in order to encourage the possible future consolidation of dedicated park sites from adjacent development. A plan detailing specific proposed recreational mitigation shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Public Works prior to the issuance of the tenth building permit for the project. k HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION 1. To mitigate potential impacts to arche':>logical resources which may be discovered during excavation, work should be stopped if such materials are discovered and the state Historic Preservation Officer be contacted inm,ediately. ~ 1. TRANSPORTATION To mitigate adverse impacts of traffio circulation within the proposed project, Bell and Magnolia Streets and the alley located parallel to Cook Avenue shal.l be constructed by the applicant in conformance with the City Street Standards Ordinance No 2210. 2. To mitigate adverse aesthetic impacts on the Cook Avenue corridor, all driveways and vehiculc:.r parking for adjacent properties shall be facilitated fro:m the parallel platted alleyway. H.:. PUBLIC SERVICES No mitigation measure proposed. ~ UTILITIES No mitigation measure proposed. Councilmember Kenna announced a meeting of the Committee for September 30, 1991, at 5:00 PM to discuss Eldridge Homes Inc and Forest Park Planned unit Development. Water /Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch rHminded Council of the second public water meeting at 7:00 PM on September 19, 1991, in the Superior Court Room at the Jefferson county Courthouse. This is a particularly important meeting because they will be discussing options and al ternati ves which may be available should the city decide not to pursue filtration as well as options and alternatives within filtration. Proclamation. Mayor Shirley proclaimed the week of September 17 through 23,1991, as Constitution Week. Police chief. Mayor shirley reported that~e will proceed with the civil Service process and that the civil Se:rvice Commission will be advertising for a Police Chief. The final candidates will be sent through an Assessment Center. Water Workshop. Mr Wheeler announced a workshop set for all day on October 17, 1991, to look at evaluation criteria and alternatives for how to proceed regarding filtration. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17,1991, Cont. Skagi t Tour. Mr Wheeler reported that those taking the Skagit Water Filtration Plant tour will meet at city Hall at 8:00 AM on September 25, 1991, and will return about 3:30 PM. Chelan Agreement. Mr Wheeler reported that the City is th,e most acti ve non-participant in the Chelan Agreement and that a dE!cision as to whether we will participate or not. A discussion by Council should take place at the meeting on October 29,1991. Waste Water Treatment Plant. Mr Wheeler announced that the settlement agreement has been signed by the Department of E:cology but the engineering report has not been signed as yet. The~ final draft of the plant is close to being completed and is pre!sently being reviewed by staff. Biosolids. Mr Wheeler announced that the new name for "sludge" is "biosolids" which was a national decision. Mr Wheeler will be meeting with the state on September 18,1991, on how the city will deal with biosolids. City Dock. Mr Wheeler reported that the City Dock proj,ect is moving along and that the Committee is close to having recommendations for the Council to consider. Mr Wheeler stated that there may be an emergency appropriation for the hiring' of an engineering firm in order to apply for an increase in the grant in November. Streets. Mr Wheeler reported that a lot has been done on the streets this year, striping of 19th Street is now in progress including fog lines and parking areas in town. puget Power Letter. Mr Wheeler distributed a letter dated September 11,1991, from John Klontz, project Manager, puget Power, stating that the Right of Way Department or puget Power will be contacting residents relative to easements associated with the line rebuild between Ninth and McPherson Streets starting the week of September 23,1991. state Plannin~ Director's Conference. Mr Hildt reported that he had attended the conference which focused on issues involved with Growth Management. State Reaional Director of Transportation. Mr Hildt announce!d that he and Dave Robison will be meeting with the new Washington State Director of Transportation on September 18, 1991, regarding Gateway. Building Official. Mr Hildt reported that they are in the final negotiations with the selected Building Official candidate. civil Service commission Conference. Mr Grove reported that he and poddibly two members of the commission will be attending the~ civil service commission Conference in Yakima on October 1 and 2,1991. Mr Grove also stated that the Commission is supportive ()f the process Mayor Shirley has requested for the selection of a new Police Chief. A recommendation of the Commission on the process will be given to the Council on October 15,1991. NEW BUSINESS Resolution Authorizing Lease of Office Space. RESOLUTION NO 91-73 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING A LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE FROM CYNTHIA AND DONALD HOSKINS. 311 312 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 17,1991, Cont. Councilmember Clise made a motion that the council adopt Resolution No 91-73 which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION Affordable Housing Committee. Councilmember Westerman reported that she will be giving the Council a "Concept Paper" from the Affordable Housing Committee .for the four,dation of an ordinance after it has been through the main body of the Affordable Housing Committee. Sims Way. Councilmember Jones questioned the Sims Way area near the Silver Palace Restaurant looking like a junk yard. Mr Hildt reported that this problem has been discuBsed with the owner and that there are plans for landscaping the property to remedy the problem. A brief discussion of enforcement ensued. Jefferson 2000. Mayor Shirley announc,~d two Jefferson 2000 Strategic Planning workshop meetings to bn held on September 26, 1991, and september 28, 1991. The Septenber 26 meeting will be from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Port Townsend Community Center; the September 28 meeting will be from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Tri- Area Community Center. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Shirley recessed the meeting into Executi ve Session to discuss a personnel matter and property acquisition including Keith Harper, David Grove, Michael Hildt and RobE!rt Wheeler at 10: 05 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 10:27 PM. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shir:Ley declared the meeting adjourned at 10:27 PM. 63:= 0 Attest: J~~ Clerk-Treasurer MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 1,1991 The City Council of the ci ty of Port Townsend met in regular session this First day of October 1991, at: 7: 00 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, Michael Kenna, Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsl¡~y and Sheila Westerman. Councilmember Jones was excused. Also p:::-esent were Deputy city Treasurer Vera Franz, city Attorney Keith Harper, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. PUBLIC COMMENTS Cal McCune was recognized and stated his concern that the width of the sidewalk in front of his building is only 12.5 feet wide while the sidewalk across the street is 15 feet wide and this should be kept in mind when sandwichboard signs are discussed. I I I