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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 18, 1992, Cont.
McLerran, David Grove, Michael Hildt and Robert Wheeler at 9:55 PM.
The meeting was reconvened at 10:25 PM.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Pro-Tem Camfield declared
the meeting adjourned at 10:25 PM.
Mayor
Attest:
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 3, 1992
The city Council of the city of Port Townsend met in regular
session this Third day of March 1992, at 7:00 PM in the Council
Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presiding.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean camfield, Vern Jones,
Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsley, Robert Sokol, Sheila Westerman and
Cindy wolpin. Also present were Deputy Clerk-Treasurer Vera Franz,
City Attorney Dennis McLerran, Director of Planning and Building
Michael Hildt and City Engineer Randy Brackett. Clerk-TrHasurer
David Grove arrived at 8:10 PM.
PRIORITY ITEM
Presentation of Trust for Public Lands. Councilmember McCulloch
introduced Eugene Duvernoy, Land Use and Environmental services,
who explained that his written report is drafted to assi st the
City's decision makers to explore the various opportunities at hand
for preservation and for the fashioning of a community based effort
that best serves the City's needs. The report, Open Space Funding
and Program Options, which was sponsored by Trust for Public Land,
Northwest Regional Office, presents various financing techniques,
programmatic tools and procedures used to present a parks and open
space preservation program. A brief discussion of a levy lid and
requirements for Proposition 1 for open space ensued. Council-
member McCulloch stated that this report is more comprehensive than
she expected, will be valuable to the Council and requestE!d that
the Mayor send a letter of thanks to the Trust for Public Lands for
providing this service.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No comments were offered by the Public in attendance.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following i1:ems on
the Consent Agenda which was seconded by councilmember CamfiEÜd and
passed unanimously by voice vote after the Councilmembers requested
that the letter from Thomas Heinan be recopied to them.
Approval of the Minutes for February 4, 1992, as written ~,ithout
reading.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 3,1992, Cont.
Approval of the following Bills and Claims:
Current Expense
street
Library
Park
Emergency Medical Services
Water-Sewer
Storm and Surface Water
Equipment Rental
Firemen's Pension and Relief
Total
$ 50,522.77
537.01
6,802.17
4,773.83
799.32
21,122.74
195.14
1,566.02
113.45
$ 86,432.45
setting Hearings:
Forest Park Planned Unit Development for April 6,1992.
Rezone Request from Allen/Reijnen for April 6,1992.
Conditional Use Permit for Sewer Treatment Plant Construction
staging Area for March 17,1992.
Communications:
A letter dated February 11, 1992, from Thomas F Heinan, Ass:istant
Secretary for Marine Transportation, Washington state DepartIllent of
Transportation, to Mayor Clise and Robert Harper confirming that
their six year capital plan dues include funding for expans:ion of
the Port Townsend Ferry dock during the 1993-95 biennium was copied
for Council.
A letter dated February 14, 1992, from Leonard T Garfield,
Preservation Programs Coordinator, State Department of Con~unity
Development, to Mr and Mrs Michael Kelly requesting further
information for the nomination of the Trenholm House for the
National Register/state Register was copied for Council.
A vegetation management list dated February 18, 1992, fro111 puget
Power was copied for Council.
A note dated February, 1992, from Paula Amell requesting ren,~wal of
her conditional use permit for the Puffin and Gull apartment: motel
was copied for council and referred to the Legislative/
Environmental committee.
A memorandum dated February 21,1992, from Bart Phillips including
a corrected copy on page 3 of the Tourism Marketing Plan was copied
for Council.
A letter dated February 24,1992, from Michael Kelly requesting a
six month extension for his Variance Application No 9104-01 :for the
Trenholm House was copied for Council.
A letter dated February 24,1992, from Sharon stewart to the Port
Townsend-Jefferson County Leader stating her objections to parking
fines in Port Townsend was copied for Council and referred to the
police/Fire/Animal Control Committee.
A letter dated February 25, 1992, from Margaret Lee sugqesting
further avenues to make public notices of meetings more acCE:~ssible
was copied for Council.
A memorandum dated February 26, 1992, from Sheri Robison, Main
street, including a copy of the preliminary results of the .tourism
survey completed by Main Street in the fall of 1991 was copied for
Council.
This concludes the Consent Agenda.
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CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
Councilmember Wolpin noted that two items under Unfinished Business
on the agenda are the same item.
Councilmemher McCulloch noted that the Cont,ract for Construction of
the Wastewater Treatment Plant under Unfinished Business should be
on the agenda for March 17, 1992.
councilmember McCulloch noted that the Wetland/Stormwater
Appointments under Commi ttee/staff Repo:::-ts on the agenda was
premature.
UNFINISHED BUSINESB
Request for Extension of Variance -Michael Kelly. After discussion
of this request, Councilmember Jones made él motion that the Council
grant an extension of six months which was seconded by council-
member Sokol and passed unanimously by vo:Lce vote.
Resolut~on Formalizin9 Retre9t Goals. Mr Hildt reported that the
draft resolution is incomplete at this time. A discussion of
changes requested by the Councilmembers ensued.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Tourism Marketin9 Plan Hearin9. Mayor CLLse reported that he has
a request to set a Council Public Hearing for the Tourism Marketing
Plan. After discussion, the Council set April 27, 1992 for the
hearing.
Communi~y Action Rec¡Jlest. After a brief discussion, Councilmember
Owsley made a motion that the Council send a letter of support for
an additional application for a weatherJ.zation program for the
community Action which was seconded by Collncilmember Camfield and
passed unanimously by voice vote.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF ]~EPORTS
Lec¡islati veJEnyironmental Report: Bayvis,ta II Project. Ci ty
Planner Dave Robison summarized the modified mitigated deter-
mination of nonsignificance for construction of an eleven unit
condominium and addition of approximately 1370 square feet to the
existing Bayview Restaurant by Mark Johnson, Nordland Construction
company. After discussion, Councilmember Holpin made a motion that
the Council adopt the following mitigating measures which was
seconded by Councilmember Jones. Counci11nemher Sokol stated that
he had spoken to staff about this project but that he felt he could
make a fair judgement. After a brief disc~ssion of the appearance
of fairness I the motion passed unanimousl:r by voice vote.
1.
Prior to certification of occupancv, the applicant shall
include in the CC&R's provisions for the operation and
maintenance and repair of stormwater facilities and the shore
defense work. The CC&R provisions shall be reviewed for
consistency with the mitigation meaEures by the Director of
Planning and Building before a certificate of occupancy is
issued.
2.
The applicant should attempt to prE~serve a remnant of the
existing shoreline bank by incorporat.ing a portion of it into
the final landscaping plan as a landscape feature or amenity,
if feasible. The feasibility of this measure shall be
reviewed by the Director of planning and Building before
grading occurs.
This modified Mitigated Determination of Non-significance is
contingent upon a site plan which meets ?the city's --ø;f;f-street
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parking and loading requirements, Section 17. 30 of the~ PTMC.
The site plan shall be submitted and approved by the Director
of planning and Building prior to the Shoreline CoI111nission
public hearing on March 18,1992.
Mitigation Measure~ O. Transportation (1), which was re!quired
under the MDNS the city issued on AUgust 27, 1991, is revised
as follows: The site plan shall be amended as necessary to
conform with building setbacks, landscaping, parking or other
requirements in the Port Townsend Municipal Code and Urban
Waterfront Plan.
A Preliminary Drainage Plan, prepared by Polaris Engineering
and Surveying Inc, was submitted by the applicant as part of
the SEPA addendum. This preliminary drainage plan was
accepted by the Public Works Department, conditional upon the
applicant complying with Polaris' recommendations, iI1lcluded
within the plan, and any comments or conditions which may
later be recommended by the Department of Fisheries upon their
review of the plans for incorporation into the final drainage
plan.
Impact feeq Meeting with School Qi~trict. Mr Brackett announced
that there will be a meeting with the School Board Members on March
12,1992, in the Mayor's Office at City Hall and a pre-meeting with
City Staff at 4:00 PM that day. Councilmember OWsley will also
attend the meetings.
5.
Waste Water Treatmept Plant Hiring. Mr Brackett explained that the
publiè Works Department proposes to hire the Assistant Wast:ewater
Treatment Plant Operator and a Biosolids employee as agreed in the
budget now that the sewer rate change has been adopted.
Community services. Councilmember Westerman reported that she has
met with the communication Advisory Committee and had a proéroctive
meeting and that it has been proposed that after the iss\J.es are
decided, that a Public Forum be held for input from the coIImlunity.
Mr Grove arrived at this time.
Councilmember Westerman reported that a recycling meeting hud been
held, that a full-page advertisement about recycling has been
approved and will be run in April. Letters will be sent to
commercial and residential recycling customers reporting thait: green
glass will no longer be collected at curbside after May 1,1992.
Downtown recycling stations will be ready by that date
councilmember Westerman also reported that a meeting had heEm held
wi th city staff, the Tree and Brushing Committee, puget PO~ler and
Jefferson County to develop a process for dealing with work done in
public right-of-ways. Councilmember Westerman, Steve Corra~ Tom
Brobst and Kate Jenks took a full day toured the route for the tree
maintenance program of puget Power basically tree-to-tree, she
estimates it will take two to three more full days, and they are
working on public notification of the project. Puget Potrirer has
agreed to host a public workshop on compatible street trees and can
work with neighborhoods in selecting appropriate trees to be
planted.
Finance. Councilmember Owsley announced a meeting of the Committee
for March 23,1992, at 5:00 PM to discuss requests from tile Port
Townsend Fire Volunteer Department, Main street, the ChaI1~er of
Commerce and others.
Street/Storm Draj.nac¡e/Light. Councilmember Jones reminded the
Committee of the meeting set for March 10, 1992, at 5:00 PM to
discuss various letters. A discussion of possible changes in the
handling of tree requests ensued.
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Gi~l scout House. Councilmember Camfield reported that the work
being done by Bonzo DeLeo and his group is :Ln progress, the Women's
Relief Society of the Mormon Church has v,:>lunteered to work with
the Girl Scout Leaders on interior cleaning and painting and some
plantings on the outside. Councilmember Sokol reported that Mr
DeLeo has appealed to the Rotary and other :;ervice groups for funds
to complete work being done.
Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember 'Nolpin reported that the
planning Commission has been having workshops on the sensitive
areas ordinance and announced a meeting of the Committee for March
30, 1992, at 5:00 PM for a SEPA review on the draft ordinance and
that council will be making a determination on the review on April
6,1992, and that there will be a joint puèlic hearing on April 22,
1992, at 7:00 PM.
Water/Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch reported that she had
attended a local government caucus meeting on the Chelan Agreement
where the consensus model of the proj~ct was discussed, the
participation of the city of Port Townsend was announced and that
the next step is for the other caucuses to be formed. A brief
discussion ensued.
Chinese Garqens. Councilmember Camfield reported that the state
Parks commission will be discussing the deHignation Natural for the
Chinese Gardens site in their March meetir,g in Longview. The city
will write a letter stating that the comaittee process fulfilled
the city's requirement for public input into the process and that
the city is satisfied that this has been fulfilled. Councilmember
Camfield will try to attend the meeting in Longview.
J?¡apning aoQ. Bui:t9inc¡ Department. Mr Hildt announced that Rob
Sears, Building Official has been certified by the International
Conference of Building Officials.
Mr Hildt reported that a number of requests for development of
plats in the City have been received rHcently and that a SEPA
checklist will be needed for some of them. Normal zoning and
building code issues are difficult in undeveloped areas which means
the process will take more time.
Mr Hildt reported that there have been substantial excavations in
the Fowler Park area without permits. ThH area has been inspected
by Mr Hildt and Mr Robison and letters have been sent out to 38
adjoining property owners.
Condi tioJ;J.al Donation to Sewer Treatment I'l~nt Lanqsca"pinq.
RESOLUTION NO 92-19
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNÇIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING l'.CCEPTANCE OF A
CONDITIONAL DONATION FROM SENSIBLE SEWAGE
SOLUTIONS.
Mr Grove explained the resolution. Councilmember Westerman made a
motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 92-19 which was
seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
B9nding Intent fo~ Wastewater T+eatment :?l9nt Construction.
RESOLUTION NO 92-17
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND DECLARING ITS INTENT TO ISSUE
TAX-EXEMPT REVENUE BONDS TO FINANCE THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT.
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Mr Grove explained that this resolution is now ready for Council
action and then explained the resolution. Councilmember Jones made
a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 92-17 which was
seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by' voice
vote.
SEPA Exemptions or Inclu~ions. Mr McLerran explained that for the
issue of SEPA exemptions or inclusions for single lots wi thin
plats, the City is trying to develop an opportunity to gather
information in the application process for a basis to decide
whether a property truly is a group of properties that should be
within SEPA's coverage or whether it is premature to do .a SEPA
review and whether segmentation of the review is appropriate or
not.
NEW BUSINESS
Ordinance changi~q Regvlar M~~ting Schedule.
ORDINANCE NO 2288
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 explained the ordinance and read it by title. c()uncil-
member Wolpin made a motion that the first reading be considered
the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by
councilmember Camfield. After a brief discussion, the motion
passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again re.ad the
ordinance by title. Councilmember Wolpin made a motion that the
Council adopt Ordinance No 2288 which was seconded by Councilmember
Sokol. After discussion, the motion passed by roll call vot.e with
councilmembers Camfield, McCulloch, OWsley, Sokol, Westerman¡ and
Wolpin voting in the affirmative and Councilmember Jones voting
against the motion.
Shoreline Sqbstantial Developmen,t :permit A.pplication -Fl~et J:.1ax::ipe.
Mr McLerran noted that this is not a PUblic hearing, this is a
matter in which the Shoreline Commission held the public bearing
and that this is for Council deliberation only. Mr JRobison
reviewed the proposal and recommendations of the Shljreline
Commission. After discussion, Councilmember Wolpin made a motion
that the Council adopt the following findings and conclusÌi::>ns for
Shoreline Substantial Development Permit No SDP9112-04 -Fleet
Marine which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
A.
FINDINGS OF FACTS:
1.
The subject property is currently developed as a portion of
the Fleet Marine Boatyard and is owned by the Por1; :)f Port
Townsend. It is bounded by Jackson Street to thE~ west,
Jefferson street to the south, port property to the east
(where a house is located) and port property to the north. To
the west, across Jackson street, is the Fleet Marine retail
store, associated office space, and additional boat storage
and repair areas. This area is private property .( see
vicinity map - Exhibit 1).
The applicant proposes to construct a 25 by 50 foot concrete
collection trough; or apron, for Fleet Marine's high-pressure
boat wash. This washdown apron is located across JE!fferson
street from the Travelift dock at the Point Hudson Marina.
The apron is approximately eighty feet from the ordinary high
water mark. The proposed washdown apron borders the lessee's
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property to the east and is immediately adjacent to boat
storage areas (see site plan - Exhib:.t 2a).
The subject property is generally level, with the average
slope being about 2%. The site if: covered by impervious
(gravel) surfaces used for boat storage, road access and
parking areas. There are no significant natural or cultural
features on the site.
4.
The proposed use is considered an accessory use to boat
building and repair. Boat building and repair is permitted
outright in a public (P-I) zoning district. A P-1 zoning
district is primarily a public use d:Lstrict, but can include
pri vate ownership and uses wi thin the district. The proposal
5.
is also consistent with the Urban Wai:erfront Plan's policies
and guidelines for the Point Hudson Uarina District.
Currently, high-pressure boat washing takes place over the
water of the marina. Boat wasbdown facilities which use high-
pressure washing are known to produce wastewater contaminated
with heavy metals, such as copper, lead and zinc. Stormwater
runoff from boatyard areas, where sanding and painting occur,
also contribute to water pollution.
6.
In 1992, the Washington State DepartmEmt of Ecology (DOE) will
be issuing a general National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
system permit that will cover all small boat repair businesses
in the state. This permit will sei; limits on what can be
discharged from a boatyard.
7.
The applicant proposes to install t::le washdown apron and a
(Ultrasorb) wastewater treatment system to catch and treat the
wastewater (see Exhibit 2b and Exh1::Ü t 2c). The treatment
system is a no- discharge system whictl recycles the wastewater
after treatment. A sludge by-produc": is produced which will
require proper disposal. The applicant is required to
incorporate the use of best managemen1; practices into boatyard
operating procedures and meet sta1:e compliance with the
general NPDES permit. Under the general permi t, DOE is
charged with monitoring and enforcE!ment of the facility's
operation and compliance with best management practices.
B.
CONCLUSIONS:
1.
Terrain and pre-existing development do not pose constraints
to installation of the proposed wash down facili ty . The
proposed use is compatible with the surrounding development
and is consistent with the Port To~lsend Municipal Code and
the Urban Waterfront Plan.
2.
The proposal, as designed, will me~et state standards for
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System wastewater
discharges, the implementation of boatyard Best Management
Practices, installation of treatment facilities, and other
conditions necessary to carry out the provisions of local,
state, and federal law.
II.
State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
FINDINGS OF FACTS:
1.
The city issued a Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance
(MONS) for the proposal on FebI'uary 18, 1992. The
environmental checklist and SEPA DeteJ:."minat-i-on are included as
Exhibits 3 and 4. The mitigation me,:lsures incorporated into
the proposal by the applicant and inc:luded in the MDNS are as
follows:
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(1) To minimize potential significant impacts to soil E!rosion
and an increase in stormwater runoff, a stormwater det:ention
facili ty shall be installed. The facility shall c:ollect
stormwater for the project area, treat it, and release the
stormwater at its historical rate. The design of the fsLcility
must be approved by the city engineer prior to a btlilding
permit.
(2) To mitigate potential significant impacts to air quality,
the proponent shall contact the Olympic Air Pollution Control
Authority to obtain any necessary approval for air emissions.
( 3 ) To mitigate potential significant adverse impal::ts to
water quality, the proponent shall incorporate Best Manslgement
Practices for stormwater control as required undE~r the
Department of Ecology's National Pollutant Dis:charge
Elimination System General Permit.
(4) To mitigate potential significant adverse impaGts to
environmental health, prior to issuance of a building permit,
the proponent shall obtain approval from the Fire Chief for
the ul trasorb facility location and screening. The pl(¡tcement
of the facility shall meet the criteria and standards f()r tank
storage outside of buildings and hazardous materials s:torage
requirements, as described in Article 79 and 80 of the Uniform
Fire Code.
(5) To mitigate potential adverse impacts to enviror~ental
health, sludge shall be tested for toxicity prior to being
disposed at the County landfill or city sludge facility. The
proponent shall contact the County Health Department for
information about sludge tests and disposal at the landfill.
( 6 ) To mitigate potential adverse impacts to enviror.lmental
health and water quality, the proponent should remove solid
marine growth, such as barnacles and mussels. Marine debris
shall be disposed of according to Health Department sta!"Jldards.
If odors become a problem, between the once-a-week disposal
pick-ups, the proponent shall provide for additional waste
disposal services.
state Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
CONCLUSIONS:
The applicant and the City have satisfied the requiremEmts of
SEPA. The applicant must fulfill the conditions set forth in
the Determination of Nonsignificance.
other Required Permits
FACTS:
Shoreline Substantial Development Permit
Boatyard General National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System Permit, Department of Ecology
Air Emissions Permit, olympic Air Pollution Control
Building Permit, city of Port Townsend
Other Required Permits
CONCLUSIONS:
Prior to issuance of a city building permit¡ the applicant
shall show proof that the SEPA mitigation measures have been
satisfied.
Public Notice
FACTS:
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1.
Notice of application was made by pub:_ishing legal notices in
the December 25th, 1992, editions of the Port Townsend-
Jefferson County Leader and by no,tification to adjacent
property owners by mail.
2.
Notice of public hearing to be held on February 19th, 1992 was
made by publishing legal notices in the January 15th and
February 5th, 1992 editions of the Port Townsend-Jefferson
county Leader.
Inspection of the site was made on February 18, 1992, by a
representative of the Port Townsend Planning and Building
Department and members of the Jefferson-Port Townsend
Shoreline Management Advisory Commis!::ion.
3.
V.
B.
Public Notice
CONCLUSIONS:
1.
Public notices have been made consistent with notice and
hearing requirements under Washington Administrative Code 173-
14-070 and section 6.402 of the .Jefferson-Port Townsend
Shoreline Master Program.
written Testimony
FACTS:
VI.
A.
1.
william Toskey, General Manager, Port of Port Townsend, stated
support of the project both as the land owner and as a party
interested in the marine trades induBtry. (see Exhibit 5).
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Written Testimony
CONCLUSION:
1.
There have been no written letter!:: in opposition to the
project or any concerns raised which needs to be addressed.
VII. Applicable Shoreline Management Mast~r Program Policies
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS:
1.
2a.
2b.
Fact: The Jefferson-Port Townsend Shoreline Management
Master Program (herein, Master Program) requires that a
shoreline substantial development permit be issued by the City
of Port Townsend for development of the proposal. The
proposal should be consistent with the policies and
performance standards ()f the followi~,g sections of the Master
Program:
0 4.105,
0 4.106,
0 4.201,
0 5.90,
"Urban Designation";
"Port Townsend Urban Waterfront Special District";
"primary Uses";
"Industrial and Port FacLlities";
Fact: section 4.105, "Urban Designation/" is an area of
high intensity land use, including re!::idential, commercial and
industrial development. Development in this environment shall
be limited to water-dependent, water-related, or water-
enjoyment uses. Runoff created by new impervious surfaces
shall not increase stormwater runoff or affect water quality
from pre-development conditions. Anè, developments should not
block or adversely interfere with th,:! public's access to the
shoreline.
Conclusion: The proposed development facilitates the
continuation of water-dependent and water-related uses
adjacent to the Point Hudson Marina, which is a priority use
under the SMP. The proposed development is oriented on the
site to minimize conflicts with othez boatyard operations and
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avoid conflicts with pedestrian and vehicle access along
Jefferson street. The proposal incorporates best manslgement
practices for boatyard operations and stormwater control #
including the installation of a detention facility to assure
water quality and stormwater runoff meets pre-project
conditions.
Fact: Section 4.106, "Port Townsend Urban Waterfront Special
District." The proposal is located in the Port Townsend Urban
Waterfront Special District of the Master Program.
Development in this district shall: include public access
provisions; be set-back a minimum of fifteen feet from the
ordinary high water mark; maintain a modern-day link with the
community's maritime history; and not detract frc)m the
architectural integrity of the Historic District.
Conclusion: Many of the performance standards in this section
do not apply to the proposed project. However, the proposal
will blend or enhance the character and flavor of th,e Port
Townsend Waterfront as an area supporting the marine trades
and water-dependent uses and will not detract frc)m the
integrity of the Historic District.
Fact: Section 4.201, "primary Uses," establishes those uses
which have been administratively classified as a primalry use
in the urban designation of the Master Program. Water-
dependent and water-related uses which will be fostered by the
proposed washdown facility are deemed primary uses found
preferable and consistent in the urban designation.
Conclusion: The proposed washdown facility is consistent with
the applicable policies and performance standards for this
use.
Fact: Section 5.90, "Port and Industrial Facilities, 111 lists
pertinent policies and performance standards which apply to
the proposed facility. Under this section, the proposal
should: give priority to water-dependent uses; minimize
adverse impacts on aquatic life; comply with all fEtderal,
state and local pollution requirements; minimize unnec:essary
interference with adjacent property owners; shall provide
adequate safety devices for hazardous materials; and assure
adequate operations to control all unnecessary odors.
Conclusion: The proposed washdown facility is a water-related
use and, as conditioned under SEPA review, is consistent with
the performance standards in section 5.. 90. ThEt SEPA
mitigation measures provide adequate provisions to ensure that
no wastewater will be discharged which will impact slquatic
life, incorporates best management practices to prevent
pollution, is consistent with fire code requirement,s for
hazardous materials, and includes provisions to sLddress
potential noxious odors.
CONDITIONS
Issuance of a shoreline substantial development permit for the
proposed project requires compliance with the Washington state
Shoreline Management Act and the applicable policies and
performance standards of the Jefferson-Port Townsend Shclreline
Management Master Program. The Shoreline Advisory comnlÌssion
recommends approval of the proposal with the following conditions:
1.
The shoreline permit shall include all Findings, Conclusions
and Mitigation Measures set forth in the SEPA determina1:ion of
February 18, 1992 and any other conditions imposed in
connection with plans or other permits submitted for a};>proval
prior to issuance of a building permit.
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SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
Pursuant to RCW 90.53.200 and WAC 173-14-060, construction or
substantial progress toward construction elf a project for which a
Substantial Development Permit has been qranted pursuant to the
Shoreline'Management Act must be undertake~ within two years after
date of approval. The project must be completed within five years
and a one year extension may be considered.
IX.
APPEAL TO SHORELINE HEARINGS BOARD
Pursuant to RCW 90.58.130 and WAC 173-14-170 and 173-14-174 any
person aggrieved by the City's final decision on the Shoreline
Substantial Development Permit may see]~ appeal to the State
Shorelines Hearings Board. All request,s for review shall be
concurrently filed with the Shoreline Hearings Board, the
Department of Ecology f and State Attorney General within 30 days of
the date the Department of Ecology receives the City's decision.
The request for review must contain items required by WAC 461-08-
055.
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EXHIBITS
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Vicinity Map
Site Plan
Environmental Checklist
SEPA Determination
written Testimony (letter)
Earth
To minimize potential significant im~acts to soil erosion and
an increase in stormwater runoff, a stormwater detention
facility shall be installed. The facility shall collect
stormwater for the project area, tr,;:!at it, and release the
stormwater at its pre-development rate. The design of the
facility must be approved by the Cj.ty Engineer prior to a
building permit.
Air
To mitigate potential significant impacts to air quality, the
proponent shall contact the Olympic: Air Pollution Control
Authority to obtain any necessary approval for air emissions.
Water
To mitigate potential significant a:lverse impacts to water
quality, the proponent shall incorporate Best Management
Practices for stormwater control as required under the
Department of Ecology's NPDES General permit.
Environmental Health:
Hazardous Was'te
To mitigate potential significant, adverse impacts to
environmental health, prior to issuar,ce of a building permit,
the proponent shall obtain approval from the Fire Chief for
the ultrasorb facility location and screening. The placement
of the facility shall meet the criter:La and standards for tank
storage outside of buildings and haz,:irdous materials storage
requirements, as described in Article 79 and 80 of the Uniform
Fire Code.
Environmental Health:
Sludge
1.
To mitigate potential adverse :.mpacts to environmental
health, sludge shall be tested for toxicity prior to
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being disposed at the County landfill or city sludge
facili ty. The proponent shall contact the County Health
Department for information about sludge test.s and
disposal at the landfill.
2.
To mitigate potential adverse impacts to environmental
health and water quality, the proponent should remove
solid marine growth, such as barnacles and mussels.
Marine debris shall be disposed of according to Health
Department standards. If odors become a prohlem, betwèen
the once-a-week disposal pickups, the proponent: shall
provide for additional waste disposal services.
COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
¡'etter froIU John Boulton. Councilmember McCulloch read a meJIUO from
Dave Robison including a letter from John Boulton propos:ing to
manage city property in the Snow Creek Watershed area. The portion
of the memo that concerned her is the inquiry for logging of the
30+ acres along Sims Way commonly known as the Forest Corridor in
the Gateway Plan for development. Mr McLerran stated thai: since
there is no proposal at present, the Council can discus:s this
matter and then explained possible issues involved: The Forest
Practices Act application to the Department of Natural Resources
and city permits required. A discussion of potential l()gging,
Gateway Plan, zoning of the 30 acres, initiation of discussions,
etc, ensued. A brief discussion of the Snow Creek logging project
followed.
siQn Code Informat~onal Article. HI," Hildt reported that a draft
article for the Leader has beèn done and he would like comments
from Councilmembers before March 6, 1992. A brief discusBion of
the draft and suggestions for the article ensued.
Appointment to the Port Townsend Arts Commission. Councilmember
Wolpin made a motion that the Council confirm the appoinbRent of
Kim Wheeler to the Port Townsend Arts Commission which was s~:!conded
by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by VOiCE:! vote.
Councilmember Wolpin requested that Ms Wheeler be invited to a
councilmeeting for introduction.
Lincoln Beach Access. Councilmember Camfield reported that she has
recei ved a letter from residents of the Lincoln Beach area
requesting signage at the bottom of the ramp at Chetzemoka P.ark and
at Point Hudson to resolve a problem with people letting their dogs
run on the beach, their property and bothering waterfowl. After
discussion, it was the consensus of the Council that an apprQpriate
leash law sign be placed at the Chetzemoka Park ramp and that the
Lincoln Beach residents contact the Audobon Society for help with
signage for their property.
New Staff. Councilmember Wolpin noted the hiring of Marie Jfayford
who has been working as a temporary employee at the Public: Works
Department and is now full time and suggested that she be :invited
to a Councilmeeting for introduction.
Margaret Lee tetter. Councilmember McCulloch acknowledgred the
suggestions by Margaret Lee in her letter and noted that two of the
suggestions were oriented to the Leader and stated that they seemed
like sensible suggestions.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Clise recessed the meeting into Executive Session to discuss
the acquisition of real estate including Dennis McLerran ,r David
Grove and Michael Hildt at 10:02 PM. The meeting was reconvened at
10:20 PM.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Clise declared the meeting
adjourned at 10:20 PM.
Mayor
Attest~ ~
Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 17,1992
The City council of the City of Port 'llownsend met in regular
session this Seventeenth day of March, 1992, at 7:00 PM in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presiding.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at Roll Call were JE:an Camfield, Vern Jones,
Julie McCulloch, Norma owsley, Robert Sokol, Sheila westerman and
Cindy Wolpin. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, City
Attorney Dennis McLerran, Assistant Plant1er Darlene Bloomfield,
Police Chief Jim Newton and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW CITY EMPLOYEES
Ann Emken from the city Attorney's office '~as introduced by Dennis
McLerran, Sheila Spears from the Planning and Building Department
was introduced by Darlene Bloomfield and Kim Wheeler, Jonathan
Tudan and Don Tretheway from the Arts Commission were introduced by
Dan Harpole. John Freitas and Matt Cappriotti from the Water
Department were introduced by Bob Wheeler even though they are not
"new employees".
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Joan Best Iiome Occupation Permit. After d,lscussion, Councilmember
Sokol made a motion that the Council hold a Public Hearing on the
Joan Best Home Occupation Permit on April ~:O, 1992, and approve the
agenda for this meeting which was seconded by counci1member Jones
and passed unanimously by voice vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Peter Simpson was recognized and requested authorization to cut
some trees in the right-of-way and open a portion of 57th Street
for access to his property and gave a brief history of a problem
wi th a neighbor. Mr Wheeler read a letter from Fred Brown
protesting the proposed development of 571:h Street between Wilson
and Cleveland streets by Mr Simpson. Aft:er discussion, Council-
member Sokol made a motion that this i'tem be referred to the
Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee for action on March 31, 1992,
at 5: 00 PM which was seconded by Councilme:tnber Camfield and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Dan Harpole, Chairman of the Arts Commission, was recognized and
gave a brief update on the status of the .Jackson Bequest Project.
Issues of signage landscaping, lighting, the wind harp, handrails
and possible modifications to the wave viewing gallery and tidal
clock were discussed by the Commission as Triell as possibilities for
grants for modifications to the tidal clo(~k.
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