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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 rl3ported
that she will be giving the Council a "Concept Paper" from the
Affordable Housing Committee for the foundation of an ordinance
after it has been through the main body of the Affordable Housing
committee.
Sims Way. Councilmember Jones questioned the Sims Way arE!a near
the Silver Palace Restaurant looking like a junk yard. Mr Hildt
reported that this problem has been discussed with the owner and
that there are plans for landscaping the property to remE!dy the
problem. A brief discussion of enforcement ensued.
Jefferson 2000. Mayor Shirley announced two Jefferson 2000
Strategic Planning workshop meetings to be held on September 26,
1991, and September 28, 1991. The September 26 meeting will be
from 7: 00 PM to 10: 00 PM at the Port Townsend Communi ty CentE~r; 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 Executive Session to
discuss a personnel matter and property acquisition includin9 Keith
Harper, David Grove, Michael Hildt and Robert Wheeler at 10:05 PM.
The meeting was reconvened at 10:27 PM.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting
adjourned at 10:27 PM.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 1, 1991
The City Council of the city 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 owsley and Sheila Westerman.
Councilmember Jones was excused. Also present were Deputy City
Treasurer Vera Franz, city Attorney Keith Harper, Direc1:or 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.
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CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Owsley made a motion to approve the following items
on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Counci l:member
McCulloch. Councilmember Camfield made a motion to amend the
motion to add hearings for the storm sewer rate calculation and the
Elks rezone to the consent agenda which was second,ed by
Councilmember McCulloch nd passed unanimously by voice vote. The
main motion passed unanimously by voice vote:
Approval of the Minutes for September 3 and September 17,1991, as
written without reading.
Approval of the following Bills and Claims:
Current Expense $ 43,088.52
Park 16.27
Water-Sewer 367.49
Total $ 43,472.28
Setting Hearings:
Conditional Use Permit 9106-01 -Harrison/Miller for October
15, 1991
Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Rear Setbacks) for Octob3r 15,
1991
Elks Lodge Rezone Application 9104-05 for October 29,1991
Storm Sewer Rate Calculation Ordinance for November 19,1991
Communications:
A letter dated September 12,1991, from Sharon Estee, Coordinator,
Washington state Data Center, including a 1990 federal census
profile for Jefferson county was copied for Council.
A letter- dated September 17, 1991, from Ron Olsen, Executive
Director, Chamber of Commerce, to Michael Hildt thanking him for
his letter inviting the Chamber to participated in monitoring and
enforcement of the recommended sandwich board sign ordinance and
stating that the Chamber is still in the process of developing a
position was copied for Council.
A letter dated September 18, 1991, from Mr and Mrs S A Nelson
opposing the Bay vista II and Bay View Restaurant Addition Permit
Application No 9105-02 was copied for Council.
A letter dated September 18,1991, from David Grove to Joyce A Cox,
as formal written notice that the city will be considering adoption
of an ordinance granting Peninsula Tours a franchise on October 15,
1991, was copied for Council.
A letter dated September 19, 1991, from David Grove to Alan
Zerobnick, as formal written notice that the city will be
considering adoption of an ordinance granting Peninsula Tours a
franchise on October 15,1991, was copied for Council.
A letter dated September 19,1991, from Brent Shirley to Edgrar and
Patricia Sullivan proposing that the City install a trash
receptacle behind Flagship Landing and a sign stating that the
viewpoint is on private property and asking that lit1:er be
deposited in the receptacle provided was copied for Council.
This concludes the Consent Agenda.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ordinance for Discount for Low-Income Senior Citizens.
ORDINANCE NO 2263
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MAXI~[ INCOME LEVEL
TO $15,000 FOR LOW-INCOME SENIOR CITIZEN
DISCOUNTS FOR CITY SEWER, WAT:E:R AND STORM
SEWER UTILITY RATES; AMENDING SECTIONS
13.04.035 AND 13.12.290 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND
MUNICIPAL CODE; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Ms Franz read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Clise made a
motion that the first reading be considered the second and the
third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley
and passed unanimously by voice vote. :Ms Franz again read the
ordinance by title. councilmember Clise made a motion that the
Council adopt Ordinance No 2263 which was s.~conded by Councilmember
Camfield and passed unanimously by roll call vote.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF F~EPORTS
Water /Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch repc'rted that the committee
met and discussed the request by Jennifer JCettel to not be charged
for sewer service while her house is being :remodeled; that there is
no provision for this in the codes, and that to pay a disconnect
fee and then another tap fee would probably not be worth her while.
Councilmember McCulloch also reported t~hat Mr Harper made a
presentation to the Committee on the legal obligation in the water
service area and that a report is in procE!ss.
Councilmember McCulloch reported that the Public Works Department
is going to start a "North Beach News" which will be a newsletter
for the North Beach neighborhood and anyone who is interested to
keep everyone posted on the progress of th.~ sewage treatment plant
project.
Councilmember McCulloch stated that the 80~ redesign plans for the
sewage treatment plant are out and will be done in October; bio-
solids are going to have to be hauled away. possibly to Bremerton,
because the Jefferson County "black laqoon" is scheduled for
closure on January 1, 1992, at the cost of between $8,000 and
$9,000 per month until the sewer treatmen1: plant is on line.
Councilmember McCulloch further reported that an article in the
Jefferson County-Port Townsend Leader reqarding the Lord's Lake
timber cut as the result of a blowdown was misleading. A brief
discussion of the incident ensued.
Councilmember McCulloch announced that ,1 memorandum of under-
standing with the Forest Service for watershed management will be
discussed by a subcommittee of the Water }~dvisory committee.
Councilmember McCulloch noted a letter dated September 30, 1991,
from Daniel Waggoner urging that the Council go on record as being
adamantly opposed to the proposed o. R. V. trail system adjacent to
the watershed and reservoir in the Quilc'3ne National Forest and
made a motion that the Mayor sign a letter written to Kathy Snow,
USDA Forest Service, Quilcene Ranger Station stating general
concerns of the City regarding the proposed ATV Trail in the
Quilcene National Forest which was secondeë. by Councilmember Owsley
and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Legislative/Environmental. Councilmeltber Kenna read the
recommendations from the Planning Department revised on October 1,
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1991, and made a motion that the Council make a Mitigated
Determination of Non-significance for LBR Construction to construct
four single-family houses on Lots 1, 3, 5 and 7, Block 5 of the
Montana Addition and noted that a representative from LBR
Construction was not present. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vot49. The
mitigating measures follow:
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Earth
1.
To mitigate potential adverse stormwater drainage impacts,
finished floor elevations of the main floors of all homes
shall be 12 inches above the highest elevation of 49th Street.
This elevation differential is necessary for the protect,ion of
the occupants and their personal property should severe
flooding occur.
2.
To mitigate potential adverse siltation and erosion from
grading and construction, the contractor shall monitor weather
and off-site surface flows during construction. If erosion is
noted, the Contractor shall immediately install such
sedimentation and erosion controls as are necessary, including
but not limited to: siltation fences, hay bales, and settling
ponds.
3.
To mitigate potential adverse drainage impacts, the contractor
shall investigate the soil profile to determine the depth and
occurrence of any impervious hard pan on the site. Permeable
fill shall be used inside the foundation and drains shall be
installed as necessary to minimize moisture accumulation in
the crawlspaces of the homes.
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 adverse water quality impact associated with
increased impervious surfacing, infiltration trenches are to
be installed as per the Drainage Plan designed by NTI provided
hard pan is not encountered within the profile of the
infiltration trench.
2.
To mitigate adverse stormwater impacts, 12-inch CMP culverts
are to be installed along all driveways into public streets.
Culverts shall be exposed at least 12 inches beyond slope of
gravel ballast on each side of the driveways and shall be
buried at least 12 inches below the finished surface of the
driveway. Drain trenching shall be provided along the
roadways sized to convey flows to and through the site.
Slopes of drain ditches shall be no less than 2:1.
Plants
No mitigation measures are proposed.
Animals
No mitigation measures recommended.
Energy and Natural Resources
No mitigation measures recommended.
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Environmental Health
1.
To mitigate adverse construction noise impacts on nearby
residences, construction shall be limited to between the hours
of 7 AM and 6 PM Monday through Friday and prohibited on
weekends.
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Land and Shoreline Use
1.
No mitigation measures are proposed.
Housing
1.
No mitigation meaSures are proposed.
Aesthetics
1.
No mitigation measure proposed.
Light and Glare
1.
No mitigation measure proposed.
Recreation
No mitigation measures recommended.
Historical and Cultural Preservation
To mitigate potential impacts to arche:>logical resources which
may be discovered during excavation, \fork should be stopped if
such materials are discovered anj the State Historic
Preservation Officer be contacted immediately.
Transportation
To mitigate adverse traffic safety impacts, the interior lots,
lots 3 and 5, shall have 3 parking spaces provided for each
lot.
To mitigate adverse road conditions on Grant and Sheridan
Street, each street shall be developed to minimum street
standards along the entire frontage oJ the abutting right-of-
way.
To mitigate adverse traffic safety impacts resulting from
inadequate right-of-way on 49th Street, the minimum setback
from 49th Street shall be 26 feet.
Public Services
No mitigation measures proposed.
utilities
No mitigation measures proposed.
Councilmember Kenna read the recommendat,ions from the Planning
Department revised on October 1,1991, and made a motion that the
Council make a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance for
Eldridge Homes to construct nine single family houses along Eddy
Street in the Phillips Addition. Mr Eldridge was present and
agreed to the mitigating measures. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. The
mitigating measures follow:
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Earth
1.
To mitigate potential adverse siltation and erosion from
grading and construction, the contractor shall monitor w'aather
and off-side surface flows during construction. If erosion is
noted, the Contractor shall immediately install such
sedimentation and erosion controls as are necessary, including
but not limited to: siltation fences, hay bales, addi'tional
quarry spalls, and settling ponds.
2.
To mitigate potential adverse drainage impacts, permeable fill
shall be used inside the foundation to an elevation sufficient
to prevent the occurrence of standing water. Floor elevations
shall be established so that surrounding landscapinçr will
slope away from each home on all sides for a distance of at
least 10 feet. Proposed final contours and/or floor, road,
bed and bank elevations demonstrating positive drainage of the
project area shall be submitted to the Public Works Director.
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Air
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.
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Water
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A final drainage plan shall be submitted and approved by the
Public Works Director prior to construction. The applicant
shall amend the submitted drainage plan to include the
following details:
a.
A cross-section of 10th Street at a location just
upstream of the detention ditch. This detail shall
include the right of way boundaries, limits of proposed
gravel roadway with ballast and crushed top course
surfacing, and open channel indicating a minimum of 8
inches of freeboard.
b.
All proposed driveways shall be shown and include a 12-
inch CMP culvert.
c.
Details of protection for the flow restrictor to pJrevent
clogging by debris. Also show grating over all op~anings
greater than 8 inches.
d.
All bends in open channel downstream of detention ::;ystem
shall be lined with quarry spalls to minimize erosion
during periods of overflow.
Cross-sections of the detention system showing 8 inches
of freeboard and any berming intended to demon8trate
adequate capacity at full flow conditions.
To mitigate adverse water quality impacts associatedl with
increased impervious surfacing, grass-lined ditches and a
detention/biofiltration system has been proposed. Proposed
detention ditches are to be lined with grasses and shall be
maintained by periodic clipping and reseeding as needed.
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1. No mitigation measures are proposed.
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1. No mitigation measures recommended.
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Energy and Natural Resources
1.
No mitigation measures recommended.
Environmental Health
1.
To mitigate adverse construction noise impacts on nearby
residences, construction shall be limited to between the hours
of 7 AM and 6 PM Monday through Friday and prohibited on
weekends.
Land and Shoreline Use
1.
No mitigation measures are proposed.
Housing
No mitigation measures are proposed.
Aesthetics
No mitigation measure proposed.
Light and Glare
No mitigation measure proposed.
Recreation
No mitigation measures recommended.
Historical and Cultural Preservation
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 iIlUF,ediately.
Transportation
A traffic plan shall be submitted for approval by the Public
Works Director. The plan shall describe the alignment,
surfacing, and drainage details of the following items:
a.
Proposed modifications to the intersection of Howard
street and Discovery Road.
b.
The proposed intersection of Edó.y Street with Discovery
Road. the intersection angle shall be no less than 60
degrees and allow at least 50 feet of Eddy Street to
follow the alignment on each side of the intersection.
c.
The proposed intersection of Edd~' Street and 12th Street.
d.
10th street improvements.
Public Services
A fire hydrant shall be located in th~ vicinity of Howard and
10th Street to provide minimum accef:S distances as per the
Fire Department. The applicant shall indicate where the fire
hydrant is proposed to be located on the traffic plan.
utilities
No mitigation measures proposed.
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Mr Hildt read the recommendations from the Planning Department
revised on October 1,1991, for Island View Partnership. During a
lengthy discussion which included Rick Sepler, Planner, Mr Wh,eeler,
Public Works Director, and Mark Saugen representing Island View
Partnership, Mr Saugen agreed to the mitigating measures.
Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council make a Mit.igated
Determination of Non-significance for Island View Partnership to
construct a two story condominium development on 3.12 acres,
consisting of 28 condominiums, wood frame construction ~ri th 4
condominiums per building in a residential area of Port Tm.msend
near the southwestern city limits. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. The
mitigating measures follow:
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1.
To mitigate siltation and erosion from excavation and
construction, temporary erosion and sedimentation control
measures shall be reviewed and approved by the Public
Works Director.
2.
To mitigate the susceptibility of soils to erosion in and
adjacent to the ravine area due to the proximity of
construction and the utilization of the ravine for
controlled surface water run off, a soils evaluation
shall be conducted by a soils geologist and approved by
a licensed civil engineer. specific procedures to be
used in this evaluation and the location of test holes
shall be approved by the Public Works Director. If soils
are determined to be susceptible to erosion, addi.tional
construction setback or armoring of the bank may be
required where substantial flow velocities are indicated.
The soils evaluation, including an analysis of the
evaluation and any proposed mitigation measures, shall be
submitted to the Public Works Director for reviøw and
approval prior to the issuance of any building permits.
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AIR
1.
To mitigate adverse air impacts due to dust during dry
weather, construction areas shall be watered to suppress
dust. In order to reduce potential surface and (~round
water contamination, chemical dust suppressants should
not be used.
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WATER
1.
To mitigate adverse water quality impact associated with
increased impervious surfacing, biofiltration of runoff
prior to discharge into the storm drainage system shall
be designed by a civil engineer and approved by the
Public Works Director prior to issuance of a clearing and
grading permit.
To mitigate adverse water quality impacts, runoff shall
be collected in grass-lined swales and dispersed by sheet
flow. Designs for specific conveyance, detention, and
biofiltration features shall be submitted to the Public
Works Department for review prior to issuance of a
clearing and gr&qing permit.
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To minimize impacts to water quality entering the storm
water system, on-site storm water detention shall be
provided per Public Works Development Standards. If
necessary, in order to improve storm water quality,
runoff should pass through oil/water separators prior to
being released off-site.
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PLANTS
1.
To mitigate construction impacts on significant trees in
the ravine area, details for their retention and protec-
tion during construction shall bE! provided. significant
trees that have not been identij:ied as posing a hazard
shall be tagged to 'indicate thai: they will not be cut.
The Planning and Building DepaI'tment will inspect the
si te to insure that all appropriate trees have been
tagged prior to the issuance of a clearing and grading
permit. Every effort should be made to avoid cutting
significant trees (with a diameter of six inches or
more) .
ANIMALS
No mitigation measures proposed.
ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
No mitigation measures proposed.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH:
NOISE
1.
To mitigate adverse construction noise impacts on nearby
residents the following mitiga'ting measures shall be
listed by the applicant on the face of the construction
drawings submitted to the city for building permit
approval.
a.
Construction shall be limit,ed to between the hours
of 7 am and 6 pm Monday through Friday and
prohibited on weekends.
b.
These conditions shall be Ilrominently displayed at
or near the entrance to the site in view of
contractors and the public.
LAND AND SHORELINE USE
No mitigation measure proposed.
HOUSING
No mitigation measure proposed.
AESTHETICS
1.
To mitigate aesthetic impacts 011 neighboring properties
vegetative screening shall be provided on the north and
southeast perimeters of the proposed project. The purpose
of the screening is to provide visual relief and privacy
for adjacent properties.
Landscaping materials used shall be native species which
will reach a mature size within a five year period,
providing a 10 to 12 foot vegetative screen. A detailed
landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning
Director and approved prior to ttle issuance of a clearing
and grading permit.
LIGHT AND GLARE
1.
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.
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RECREATION
No mitigation measure proposed.
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HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
1.
To mitigate potential impacts to archeological resources
which may be discovered during excavation, work shall be
stopped if such materials are discovered and the State
Historic Preservation Officer be contacted immediately.
TRANSPORTATION
1.
To mitigate adverse impacts of insufficient access to the
proposed project the applicant shall contribute a
proportionate share of the development costs associated
with the establishment of Grant Street between Sims Way
and 3rd Street. The proportionate share shall be based
on the project's contribution to the growth in traffic;
provided that the contribution is reasonable, equitable,
and based on relevant considerations including but not
limited to:
a.
The relative use and benefits to identifiable
properties and users of the improvements including;
i.
projects future benefits
properties and users: and
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The total cost of required improvements.
The applicant shall prepare a development cost proposal
for review and approval by the Public Works Director.
The proposal shall include the methodology used in
determining the proportionate share contribution by the
applicant for the proposed Grant Street improvement.
2.
streets within or serving the PUD shall be paved in
conformance with City street Standards Ordinance #2210.
3.
To mitigate adverse impacts to pedestrian circulat:ion in
the immediate neighborhood, a graveled pedestrian ~ralkway
shall be constructed on Grant street between Third Street
and the project entrance. This walkway may be
constructed during the replacement of the existing 4 inch
waterline.
PUBLIC SERVICES
1.
To mitigate adverse impacts to safety due to inadequate
f ire and emergency access to the site, Grant street
between Sims Way and 3rd street shall be construc:ted by
the city. Prior to the issuance of a clearing and
grading permit, a bond shall be posted by the applicant
that is equal to the amount of the proportionate share
contribution for the development of Grant Str~:!et as
determined by the Public Works Director.
UTILITIES
1.
To mitigate impacts associated with the interconnection
of the water line where 1st Street intersects Sherman
Street, the applicant shall closely coordinate the design
and construction of this improvement with the Public
Works Department. The proposed water line shall be
constructed and cross the ravine at a suitable grade as
specified by the Public Works Director. There 8æe two
methods of installation to be considered for this
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application. Public works standards for water mains
indicate a depth of bury of appJ::-oximately 3 feet. The
applicant may elect to construct the line along the
existing profile and provide air-release valves as
needed. The alternative method is to bridge the ravine
with ballast and install at least two 18-inch CMP
culverts to pass seasonal flows through the filled
section. The water main shall maintain uniform grade
between the two existing wateJ:- main segments to be
joined. Fill shall extend at least three feet above the
top of the pipe and at a width of at least ten feet
perpendicular to the water line. Public Works shall be
contacted just prior to installation to confirm actual
alignment in the field.
2.
To mitigate impacts associated wi'th insufficient fireflow
caused by the proposed project at surrounding fire
hydrants, the applicant shall install an 8-inch water
main down Grant Street, from 3rd street to the existing
6-inch main on Island Vista. The applicant shall prepare
a development cost-sharing proposal for review and
approval by the Public Works Director.
1992 Budqet Preoaration. Mayor Shirley set a meeting of the
Finance Committee to meet with Department Heads to discuss the 1992
Budget proposals on October 22, 1991 at 6:00 AM.
Bills and Claims. Mayor Shirley announced that because of a
computer failure, all of the Bills and Claims were not ready for
this meeting and that he will recess the n,eeting until October 4,
1991, at 5:00 PM for their approval.
Proclamation. Mayor shirley proclaimed th~ month of October 1991,
as Jefferson County Walks Against AIDS Mor.,th.
57th Street Block Party. Mr Wheeler repor1:ed that Earl Fisher had
thrown a Block Party to celebrate the paving of 57th Street.
Chlorination System. Mr Wheeler reported that the state has
verbally stated that they have concerns about the City's present
chlorination system and that he will be Horking with them to be
sure that we are in compliance.
seaview Sewer. Mr Wheeler also reported that project will be
almost completed with Inline Construction and that the revegetation
plan for the corridor is in progress.
Water Filtration Project. Mr Wheeler reported that about ten
people went on the tour of the Skagit Valley plant and that a lot
was learned from it and reminded the Councilmembers of the Workshop
on October 17,1991.
Chelan Agreement Forum. Mr Wheeler repQ]~ted that a meeting was
held to work on pilot projects and water rights and resources in
the Chelan process and that he will have recommendations for the
Council by October 29, 1991.
Port Water Main.
RESOLUTION NO 91-7:,
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A BID AND AUTHORIZING A
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A ~~TER MAIN LINE
ON PORT OF PORT TOWNSEND PROPER~~Y.
Mr Harper read the resolution. Councilmember McCulloch made a
motion that the Council adopt ResolutÍi:m No 91-73 which was
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seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
Adams and Water Street. Mr Wheeler reported that the test holes
that are part of the contract for the purchase of the property are
being dug by City employees.
Gateway Project. Mr Hildt reported that a very successful meeting
was held in olympia with the Department of Transportation. ']~he new
director is enthused about the plan and that a lettE!r and
information will be forthcoming, probably in November.
Urban Waterfront Plan. Mr Hildt reported that a group of citizens
will be working with staff to develop the waterwalk project, which
was funded by a grant and that the goal is to have some details by
the end of the year.
Point Hudson Committee. Mr Hildt reported that the Committe!e will
meet at 4:00 PM on October 3, 1991.
Candidate Meeting. Mr Hildt reported that the Planning Department
has invited the Candidates to their staff meeting to offer them the
opportunity to meet the employees and learn some of their
responsibilities on October 2, 1991, at noon.
Open House. Mayor Shirley announced that there will be a Planning
Department open house at 6:00 PM on October 15,1991, prior to the
Council meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
RESOLUTION NO 91-74
THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A COUNTY-WIDE POLICY
PLAN: COUNTY RESOLUTION NO 94-91, CITY
RESOLUTION NO 91-74.
Councilmember Clise made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution
No 91-74 which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
ORDINANCE NO 2264
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE POSITION AND
SALARY FOR BUILDING OFFICIAL EFFECTIVE
SEPTEMBER 18, 1991.
Mr Harper 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 Councilmember
McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Harper again
read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Kenna made a motion
that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2264 which was seconded by
Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote.
COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
Jefferson 2000. Councilmember Westerman reported that the
Jefferson 2000 Committee is not doing exactly what the Growth
Management Act requires but is creating a process that can bE~ used.
The preliminary results from the questionnaires that were sHnt out
stated that the two issues like most by people living herE! were:
the rural small town atmosphere and the environmental quali1:y¡ and
that the two things they felt were the most threatened w€!re the
same. The number one desire in the County for expanded sE~rvices
was recycling. Mayor shirley reported that there was a
recommendation that a task force be developed to be the source of
the group for the future.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 1, 1991, Cont.
Tax Initiative 559. Councilmember Camfield reported that the
school has received a letter from the Jefferson County Treasurer
stating how it will impact the taxing d lstricts. Because the
initiative will require that all properties be reassessed, they
will not be able to collect taxes in 199~~, therefore, the funds
cannot be distributed to the taxing districts and they will have to
find funds for 1992.
Girl Scout House. A letter from James Bonzo DeLeo to the Council
dated September 28, 1991, regarding a survey that was done on the
Girl Scout House in April that caused the tuilding to be condemned
and a note from Mayor Shirley asking for his help was noted. After
a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the council that the
Mayor should speak with Mr DeLeo to get the project started.
Letter to Hank Sukert. Mr Hildt report,ed that Mr Sukert has
requested that he be given until July 1, 1992, to remove
construction materials and equipment from San Juan Avenue. Mr
Harper has been asked to prepare an abatement agreement if the
Council agrees.
RECESS
Mayor Shirley recessed the meeting until 5: 00 PM on October 4,
1991, in order to approve Bills and Claims at 9:12 PM.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF OCTOBER 1, 1991, CONTINUED
The City Council of the City of Port To'llrnsend met in continued
Session this fourth day of October 1991, a1: 5: 15 PM in the Council
Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent S Shirley presiding.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at Roll Call werl~ Jean Camfield, Julie
McCulloch, Norma Owsley and Sheila Westerman. Councilmembers
Clise, Jones and Kenna were excused. Also present was City Clerk-
Treasurer David Grove.
UNFINISHED BUSINESE.
Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council approve the
following Bills and Claims which was seGonded by Councilmember
Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote:
Current Expense
Street
Library
Park
Arterial Street
Emergency Medical Services
Capital Improvement
Water-Sewer
Storm and Surface Water
Transmission Line Replacement
Equipment Rental
Firemen's Pension and Relief
Total
$ 25,279.79
7,124.90
3,964.03
1,752.05
68,642.72
4,066.11
1,651.56
33,808.49
3,506.04
31.97
2,854.39
403.15
$153,085.20
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting
adjou=ed at 5:17 ~. ~)
Attest:~~
Clerk-Treasurer
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