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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SESSION OF OCTOBER 26,1992, Cont.
Mr McLerran also spoke regarding the State Economic Police Act
(SEPA). He Stated the Council and Commissioners are required to
look at the economic issues presented by public testimony and to
examine any other economic information referenced in the rE~cord.
Mr McLerran addressed the SEPA determination and discussE!d that
this environmental review was programmatic. He also statE!d that
there will be two levels of environmental review (SEPA procE~ss and
Shoreline Substantial Development of Conditional Use process) for
si te-specific projects. The Environmental Checklist was circulated
to the Department of Ecology (DOE) as was Draft Three of the
proposed amendments. Mr Robison stated that the DOE was very
supportive of the amendments. Mr McLerran encouraged the Council
and Commissioners to review the full EIS done for the Urban
Waterfront Plan and to ensure that they feel satisfied there was
adequate environmental information available to them for rE~view.
Mr McLerran stated that there may be supplemental information from
staff in response to the items raised at tonights meeting.
At the request of Commission Dennison, Mr McLerran restat.ed his
reasons for believing there is not a Public Notice Violation.
Mayor Pro-Tem Camfield stated that new information will be taken
prior to the Council making their decision on Wednesday, October
28, 1992.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Pro-Tem Camfield dE~clared
the meeting adjourned at 10:05 PM.
Mayor Pro-Tern
Attest:
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 2, 1992
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular
session this Second day of November, 1992, at 7: 00 PM in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presidinçr.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean Camfield, Vern Jones,
Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsley, Robert Sokol, Sheila WesterDlan and
Cindy Wolpin. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David GrovE~, City
Attorney Dennis McLerran, Police Chief Jim Newton, Assistant
Planner Darlene Bloomfield, Director of Planning and Building
Michael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
John Peterson was recognized and addressed the rumble strip problem
at the intersection at F and Cherry Streets. He read a statement
from the citizens in his neighborhood who are dissatisfied with the
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rumble strips and asked for their removal. Mr Peterson also
presented a list of proposed solutions to the problem.
Mayor Clise suggested that Mr Peterson set up a meeting with
Councilmember Jones and Mr Wheeler to discuss the situation.
Councilmember Jones set a meeting of the street/storm Drainage/
Light Committee for November 9,1992, at 5:00 PM.
Bob Rickard was recognized and addressed the Jacobsen letter later
on the agenda stating that he owns some property abutting the
Jacobsen property and addressed the drainage problems in the area
stating that the land is not buildable until a sewer can be
installed because it will not perk. Mr Rickard requested that the
right-of-ways proposed to be opened by Mr Jacobsen not be blocked
and questioned the advisability of opening further areas without
requiring that they be brought up to street standards when the
property is not landlocked at present.
Mr Wheeler clarified that Mr Jacobsen plans to attend the meeting
after he gets off work at 8: 00 PM tonight and that it is his
understanding that the streets are to be used as a pathway and not
for public access.
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 September 21,1992, as written without
reading.
Approval of the following Bills and Claims:
Current Expense
Street
Library
Park
Arterial street
Hotel/Motel
Emergency Medical Services
Waste Water Treatment Plant
92 City Dock Reconstruction
Water-Sewer
storm and Surface Water
Equipment Rental
Firemen's Pension and Relief
Total
Const
$ 41,414.80
24,813.33
866.07
382.33
18,272.43
416.35
890.81
143.10
35.57
40,710.83
589.92
3,933.75
561.02
$ 133,030.31
Communications:
A letter dated October 12, 1992, from Greg Loeffler enclosing a
newspaper article about a playground fall victim was copied for
Council and referred to the Parks/Property Committee.
A letter dated October 15, 1992, from Kay Goodhue in favor of the
proposed amendments to the Shoreline Master Plan was copied for
Council.
A letter dated October 21, 1992, from John W Peterson stating his
complaint about the "buttons" (rumble strips) at the F and Cherry
Street intersection was copied for Council and referred to the
Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee.
A letter dated October 21, 1992, from Allan and Barbara Engler
requesting a finish asphalt coating on Holcomb Street between 10th
and 11th Streets was copied for Council and referred to the
Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee.
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A letter dated October 22, 1992, from John M Clise to Calmar A
McCune in response to correspondence and suggestion concerning the
future of Union Wharf was copied for Council.
A letter dated October 22,1992, from David Goldsmith, Director of
Community Services and Gary Rowe, Director of Public Works, Budget
Manager, Jefferson County, discussing their budget shortfall caused
by increases in service delivery costs and lagging rE:!venue,
particularly sales tax and timber revenue and the need to develop
a formula for the equitable funding of regional services was copied
for Council and referred to the Finance Committee.
A letter dated October 23, 1992, from Mary Hoffman stating concerns
with the Triangle Park process was copied for Council and rE~ferred
to the Parks/Property Committee.
This concludes the Consent Agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Port of Port Townsend (port-a-potty facility). Mr Hildt rE~viewed
the Port of Port Townsend proposal to construct a port-a-potty
sewage dumping and cleaning facility on an existing dock located
over water at the Port Townsend Boat Haven Marina. Mayor Clise
opened the hearing to the Public. Ken Radon, Operations Manager,
Port of Port Townsend, was recognized and spoke in favor of the
proposal. There being no further testimony, Mayor Clise closed the
hearing to the Public and turned to the Council for disposition.
After a brief discussion, Councilmember Sokol made a motion that
the Council adopt the following findings, conclusions and
conditions and grant Shoreline Substantial Development Permit
Application SDP9204-09 which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield
and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Findings:
1.
The Port of Port Townsend proposes to construct a port-a-potty
sewage dumping and cleaning facility on an existing dock
located over water at the Port Townsend Boat Haven Marina.
The proposed facility will allow for the efficient, hygienic
and safe disposal of stored sewage wastes. The proposed
facility would serve boaters with portable marine toilE:!ts and
holding systems.
2.
The Port of Port Townsend hopes to obtain state funding to
install the port-a-potty dump station. Currently, the marina
facility does not have the capacity for easy handling of boat
sewage from portable boat toilets and holding tanks. The
port-a-potty would be connected to the existing boat sewage
pump out facility.
The proposal is within and over the waters of Port Townsend
Bay. The Boat Haven Marina area is designat~ed an
environmentally sensi ti ve area in the Port Townsend
Comprehensi ve Plan. The marina property is located in an
industrial designated zoning district (M-I).
3.
4.
The legal description of the area where the port-a-pot1:y dump
facility will be located within the Port of Port Townsend Boat
Haven Marina is Block 166, Lots 7, 8, and 9 of the L B
Hastings Second Addition to the City of Port Townsend.
5.
The Port Townsend Boat Haven Marina is an existing harbor
moorage basin that is surrounded by an existing boat yard and
motel facility at the entrance of Admiralty Inlet. The
shoreline is low bank with riprap lining the beachfront.
Average elevation difference from dock to shore is
approximately 10 to 15 feet.
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6.
Currently there is no backflow preventer on the existing water
line to the dock which would house the proposed facility. WAC
246-290-490 requires backflow prevention assemblies wherever
there is a risk of cross-connection contamination to the water
system.
There is some uncertainty to the volume and concentration of
waste which may be generated by the installation of the
proposed facility. The City does not have a mechanism for
monitoring or charging for the type of waste which will be
produced by this proposal.
7.
Conclusions:
1.
As documented in the Declaration of Non-significance, the
proposal would not result in a significant adverse
environmental impact on the shoreline environment.
2.
The proposed port-a-potty facility will help to contribute to
better water quality through proper waste management.
The proposed port-a-potty facility is an accessory use to a
water-dependent use.
3.
4.
The proposed facility is allowed as an over-water accessory
use to a water-related use and will not interfere with the
normal use or public passage of the dock.
5.
The proposed facility will be designed to minimize potential
contamination problems.
6.
The Port shall consider the possibility of integrating the
proposed facility with the redevelopment of other sewage and
restroom facilities at the marina.
Conditions:
1.
The Port shall contact the City Water Department and install
an appropriate prevention assembly to prevent contamination to
the city water system.
2.
The City may charge a surcharge for waste concentrations of
waste produced over city standards.
3.
The Port shall provide construction drawings of the proposed
facility for Public Works approval prior to installation.
The proposed facility shall be available at no direct cost to
the user.
Marson/wilburn Street Vacation. Ms Bloomfield reviewed the street
vacation application. Mayor Clise opened the hearing to the
Public. Lee Wilburn was recognized and spoke in favor of the
vacation. There being no further testimony, Mayor Clise closed the
hearing to the Public and turned to the Council for disposition.
After discussion, Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the
Council adopt the following findings, conclusions and conditions
and approve street Vacation Application 9101-08 which was seconded
by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Findings:
1.
The applicants request the vacation of a street and two alleys
located within the Fowler's Park Addition to the City of Port
Townsend in exchange for dedicated public easements:
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the entire 60-foot width of the Magnolia street riqht-of-
way (formerly Offutt Street), running north to south,
bounded by Cook Avenue to the north, Lot 7, Bloc1c 38 to
the west and Lots 5,6 and 7, Block 39 to the east;
that portion of the 12-foot alley in Block 31, running
north to south, lying southerly of the westerly ex1:ension
of the south line of the north 1/2 of Lot 26 of said
block;
and the 12-foot alley in Block 38, running north to
south, except the northerly 20 feet thereof (mHasured
parallel to platted Cook Avenue.)
(NOTE: the revised application had originally included the request
to vacate a 12-foot alley, running north to south, within Block 37.
That portion of the request has since been withdrawn.)
2.
In exchange the applicants propose to provide the following
easements for ingress, egress, parking and utilities in the
Fowler's Park Addition:
A strip of land described as the north eight feet of Lot
27 of Block 31, as it lies parallel to platted Cook
Avenue. Together with a strip of land 8 feet widE~ by 25
feet long on the northwest corner of Lot 26, Block 31.
A strip of land measuring approximately 20 feet by 20
feet on the northeast corner of Lot 5, Block 31;
A strip of land described as the north 20 feet of Lots 8,
9 and 18 of Block 38, as it lies parallel to plattE~d Cook
Avenue.
3.
The original applicants, Mike Marson and Lee Wilburn own the
property abutting Magnolia Street and have received signatures
of support from the property owners adjacent to the alleys
proposed to be vacated in the revised application. The
original vacation request was for that portion of Magnolia
street.
4.
The total area currently proposed to be vacated is 15,240
square feet. The portion of the Magnolia street right-oof-way
proposed to be vacated is 60 feet in width and has an
approximate total area of 6,000 square feet. In addition, the
alleyways proposed to be vacated are platted at 12-foot widths
and have a total area of approximately 9,240 square fee-t: the
alley in Block 38 is approximately 250 feet in length; and the
remaining portion of the alley in Block 31 is approximately
520 feet in length.
5.
The total area proposed to be dedicated is approximately 7,760
square feet: approximately 5,200 square feet in Block 38, and
approximately 2,560 square feet in Block 31.
6.
The value of the proposed alleyways to be vacated and the
proposed dedication are roughly equivalent. The applicant
would be asked to pay one-half of the appraised value 1:or the
15,240 square feet, or similarly full value of one-half the
total area (7,620 square feet.) The area to be dedicated is
approximately 7,760 square feet which is 140 square feet
¡ar<Jer than one-half of the area proposed to be vacatE!d.
8-inch sewer lines are currently located in Bell StrE!et and
"Magnolia Place," and 6-inch w~ter lines ~re located in Bell
street and Cook Avenue. Bell Street, ,is currently developed
with a gravel rolling surface providing access to houses on
Blocks 31, 37 and 38.
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8.
The Public Works Department has indicated that if the
intersection of Cook Avenue and Magnolia Street were to be
developed the severe geometry of the intersection would not be
consistent with current street design standards, and would
cause an unsafe access point. However, Public Works has
requested that a 25-foot easement be reserved in the subject
portion of Magnoliá Street for possible future utility
installations and/or trail corridor. The Public Works
Department had no objection to the vacation of the subject
alleyways.
Port Townsend Cable, US West Direct and puget Power were all
notified of the street vacation and the revised street
vacation and alley vacation requests. No comments were
received in opposition to the proposed vacation.
9.
10.
The applicants proposed to place restrictive covenants on Lots
1-6, Block 38 and Lots 1-4 of Block 31 which limit access to
Cook Avenue for those lots between Willamette street and
Magnolia Street. Access to these properties will occur from
the "Magnolia Place" and "Bell Place" expanded alleyways which
parallel Cook Avenue.
The applicants state that the vacation of Magnolia Street
would provide a safer intersection at Cook Avenue and 53rd
Street. In aqdition, the applicants state that the city has
no planned use for the subject street or alleys. Similarly,
the applicants propose the use of Bell Place and Magnolia
Place in lieu of Cook Avenue in order to consolidate the
number of access points on to Cook Avenue.
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Conclusions:
1.
with the conditions prescribed below, the proposed street and
alley vacations are in compliance with the goals and policies
of the Comprehensive Plan.
with the conditions prescribed below, the portion of Magnolia
Street and the two subject alleys proposed to be vacated will
provide for current and anticipated overall area circulation.
2.
3.
With the conditions prescribed below, the effectiveness of
fire, law enforcement, medical or other emergency services
will not be impaired by the proposed vacation.
The proposed alleys to be vacated are not currently required
as a uti 1 i ty corridor. However, Magnol ia street may be needed
as a utility corridor at a later date.
The alleys proposed to be vacated are not required as current
or anticipated bicycle, pedestrian or equestrian trail
corridors, but trail corridors may be desirable through the
portion of Magnolia Street proposed to be vacated.
None of the proposed vacations abut on a body of salt or fresh
water. .
With the conditions prescribed below, the proposed street
vacations conform with the goals and policies contained in the
Comprehensive Plan and satisfy the review criteria for street
vacations set forth in Section 12.20.060 of the Port Townsend
Municipal Code.
In consideration of the aforementioned findings and conclusions,
the Port Townsend City Council grants the above-referenced
application as conditioned:
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1.
A twenty-five foot easement for utilities shall be rE~tained
along the centerline of the vacated portion of Magnolia
Street.
2.
A ten-foot-wide easement at the center of the vacated right-
of-way shall be reserved for non-motorized vehicle and
pedestrian trail use.
3.
The applicants shall execute conditions, covenants and
restrictions to which the City is a party, on Lots 1-6.1 Block
38 and Lots 1-4 of Block 31 which prohibits direct aCGess to
those lots from Cook Avenue. Access to these propertiE~s will
be obtained from the right-of-ways for "Magnolia Place" and
"Bell Place".
4.
The applicants shall dedicate an 8-foot right-of-way and
hammerhead turn-around as shown in "Exhibit A" and an
addi tional 20 foot right-of-way in Block 38 as shown in
"Exhibit B". Said dedications shall be reviewed and approved
by the City Attorney prior to recording.
5.
Title insurance naming the City as the insured shall also be
provided by the applicant for the area to be deeded to the
City. The preliminary title report shall be reviewed by the
city Attorney.
6.
Following the above described dedications an ordinancE~ shall
be forwarded to the City Council for consideration which
would, if adopted, name the two newly-expanded rights--of-way
"Bell Place" and "Magnolia Place."
7.
A certified copy of the ordinance vacating the stre!et and
alleys shall be recorded by the City Clerk in the office of
the Jefferson County Auditor upon receipt by the city of all
fees and compensation required (12.20.120 Port Townsend
Municipal Code). The street vacation shall be canceled and
become automatically null and void one year after City council
action if said fees and/or compensation have not been made.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Disaster Preparedness Seminar Report. Mayor Clise gave a report on
the Disaster Preparedness Seminar in Emmetsville, Maryland, put on
by the Emergency Management Institute that was attended by himself,
Councilmember Sokol, Police Chief Newton, Fire Chief Scott,
Building and Planning Director Michael Hildt, Clerk-Treasurer David
Grove and Engineer Randy Brackett. Transportation and lodging were
paid by the Federal Government and the only cost to the City was
for meals. Topics covered were disaster intergovernmental
cooperation, case analysis, guidelines for response, emE~rgency
operation centers, crisis decision making, meeting the media, and
local emergency preparedness program action plan. The ground work
for a City-wide disaster plan has been started. Further comments
were made by Mr Hildt, Councilmembers Sokol and Jones, Mr Grove and
Mr Wheeler.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF REPORTS
Jacobsen Letter. Mr Wheeler explained the proposal :by the
Jacobsens. Karl Jacobsen was recognized and explained t:hat he
wants to be able to survey his property and take out somE~ trees
that were blown down and are still salvageable and that this is not
for public access. Bob Rickard was recognized and requE!sted a
setback from Cook Avenue, Elmira Street and Land's End LanE~ of 30
feet, that trees be marked and that something more substantial than
a chain be used to block off access. Mr Hildt suggested that this
be a temporary license agreement to relieve any confusion about the
status of the roadway. Mr Wheeler explained that this has been
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brought to Council because this is a policy that has not been
addressed. There is no intention to open the streets as defined in
Ordinance 2210. A discussion of the guidelines ensued after which
Mr Wheeler stated that a license agreement will be forthcoming.
State Environmental Policy Act Determination for TIR corporation.
Councilmember Wolpin explained the proposal. After discussion of
wood smoke, pathways, and the project, Councilmember Wolpin made a
motion that the Council adopt the following amendments to the
Environmental Checklist and make a determination of non-
significance for application 9209-02, T.I.R. Corporation which was
seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
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Proposal Description:
The applicant proposes to build six houses on Block 4 of
pettygrove's 1st Addition to the City of Port Townsend. The block
consists of eight 50 x 100 foot lots (40,000 square feet in total).
A pre-existing residence currently straddles the lot lines of lots
1,2,3 and 4, and an accessory outbuilding to the residence exists
on Lot 2.
The applicant has already constructed three of the proposed six
houses on lots 6, 7 and 8, and a house is currently under
construction In Lot 5. The applicant now proposes to re-subdivide
the eastern most four lots (lots 1-4) to allow the construction of
two houses: one located on the northern one-half of Lots 2 and 4;
and one on the southern one-half of Lots 1 and 3. The pre-existing
residence would then be located on the south one-half of Lots 2 and
4 and the north one=half of Lots 1 and 3.
II.
Checklist Items:
1. Earth
According to the Soil Survey of the Jefferson County Area,
Washington (USDA,1973), the soil on the site varies from San Juan
gravelly sandy loam and Townsend gravelly loam. San Juan gravelly
sandy loam is somewhat excessively drained. Permeability is rapid.
Roots penetrate to a depth of more than 60 inches. This soil holds
3 to 4 inches of water available for plants. Runoff is slow, and
the hazard of water erosion is light. The site is generally flat
with maximum slopes of 2-3 percent.
The applicant estimates that approximately 17 percent of the site
will be impervious surfaces, and that very little back fill will be
required. Construction 0 the site will expose soils which are
subject to erosion. Erosion of soils can lead to impacts on
receiving bodies of water.
Potential impacts of erosion can be limited by a variety of erosion
and sedimentation control measures applied at the time of
consideration of clearing and grading permits. The proposal should
incorporate best management practices to minimize disturbance of
steep slopes and erosion hazards.
2.
Air
Dust and odors from equipment will be produces during construction.
The dust can be mitigated by watering the site and sweeping
impervious surfaces where soil may be tracked.
3.
Water
Erosion of exposed soils from the site could lead to water carried
soil particle being deposited in the runoff collection system.
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This can lead to blockage of catch basins and enclosed pipes
leading to reduced capacity and possible uncontrolled runoff or
flooding.
The builder has acknowledged and recognized that Block 4 is subject
to periodic flooding. The builder has agreed to construct the
foundation to a sufficient elevation to prevent future flooding.
In addition, the applicant proposes to install an on-site drainage
retention system to accommodate the increased run-off due to the
construction of the proposed new houses.
4.
Plants
Not applicable
5.
Animals
Not applicable
6.
Energy and Natural Resources
No significant amounts of fuel, electricity or natural resources
will be consumed as a result of this proposal.
7.
Environmental Health
Not applicable
8.
Land and Shoreline Use
The applicants are in the process of constructing the fourth house.
Proposed houses five and six rely on the approval of a summary
short plat. An existing outbuilding may be required to be removed
as a condition of the summary short plat due to zoning
requirements.
The proposed development is consistent with the areas currE~nt use
as single-family residential.
9.
Housing
The applicant proposes to market the houses at costs betweE~n $69-
$100,000.
10.
Aesthetics
Development of the site as proposed will alter open space in the
area. Currently, one large house is located in the center of four
platted lots. If the summary short plat is approved and houses
five and six are constructed three houses will be located on the
four lots.
11.
Light and Glare
Lighting from the proposal will not produce any substantial
increase in light and glare that does not normally occur in
residential neighborhoods.
12.
Recreation
Although the proposal will increase the demand for recreational
facilities in the area, both Port Townsend High School and Cherry
Street Park are located within the general area.
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13.
Historical and Cultural Preservation
Staff is not aware of any cultural or historical resources existing
on this site. In the event that suspected cultural materials are
found during excavation, construction should be temporarily halted.
14.
Transportation
The applicants estimate an additional 24 additional vehicle trips
per day associated with the development of the six new residences.
The Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) estimates 10.03 vehicle
trips per day for each residential unit. Using ITE estimates, the
proposal would generate approximately 60 vehicle trips per day.
The streets surrounding the proposal area adequate to serve the
proposed increase in vehicle trips per day. To mitigate potential
impacts, the proponents have agreed to provide a path along the
Cherry street frontage along lots 7 and 8.
15.
Public Services
The applicant has installed two fire hydrants: one at the
northeast corner of G and Cherry; and one at the southwest corner
of H and Rose.
16.
utilities
utilities are adequate to serve the proposal.
Tourism Coordinatina Committee. Councilmember Owsley reported that
the Committee has met has sent out requests for proposals which
will be reviewed by a sub-committee and then the full committee
will meet for discussion.
Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee. Councilmember Jones
confirmed that there is a meeting of the Committee on November 9,
1992 at 5:00 PM.
Chelan Agreement. Councilmember McCulloch reported that the
scoping process has been started and the document is due to be
finished and send to the Department of Ecology in January.
Gateway Park. Councilmember Camfield noted that the Gateway Park
Committee is going to have a meeting on November 4, 1992, at 7:30
PM with the Parks commission to go over the design of the park.
Planning Department. Mr Hildt reported that there are three SEPA
reviews in progress: the School District for sites E and F, North
Sound Bank, and a 16 unit low-income housing project on Thomas
Street for the Community Action Council.
Public Works. Mr Wheeler reported that some of the Tree and
Brushing Committee have met with puget Power and that the Committee
will do its own non-project Environmental Checklist for the tree
program as puget Power is not. This is going to be an ongoing
project for puget Power and they are looking for an agreement with
the City before further cutting and trimming is done.
Mr Wheeler reported that due to winter storms, City Dock cannot be
used by those who want to use it. Criteria for use of the dock is
being set up with the help of Larry Montgomery. The Fire System
for the dock is in the bidding process at present and the dock
cannot be officially opened until that is in place. The Friends of
City Dock will be making decisions on the use of the Pope Marine
Building itself.
A design concept has been put together for the Jackson Bequest
Tidal Park and the artists' concerns are being resolved. The wind
harp is in the process òf being tuned and installed. There will be
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a meeting on November 3, 1992, to put the final concept toge~ther to
be sent to the artists for their final comment. There are plans to
apply for grants to do the work.
A lengthy discussion of the fire system and maintenance of City
Dock ensued.
Mr Wheeler discussed the water utility meter reading problems with
unmetered accounts. Out of 4500 accounts there are about 80 that
are not presently metered. There has been a program set up to get
these accounts metered along with the 'developing of a meter
replacement program. Mr Wheeler explained that a hand held, auto
billing system will be in use presently. A brief discussion of how
complaints are being responded to ensued.
Clerk-Treasurer. Mr Grove reported that the State Auditors have
completed their work and that their location in the Lobby worked
out very well for them. The exit interview with the examiners will
be held next week and there has been no indication of any
difficulties.
The preliminary budget from the Mayor for 1993 has been pn~sented
to the Clerk-Treasurer and the final draft will be made available
on November 16, 1992. The public hearing for the qeneral
government budget will be on November 23, 1992, and the utility
budget will be heard on November 30, 1992. The Capital Improvement
Program will also be heard on November 30, 1992.
COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
Councilmember Westerman reported that the County Commissioners met
today and considered the proposed Shorelines Amendments and then
voted unanimously to recommend approval for the minutes with a
condition that they get something from Mark Huth in liI1riting
concurring with Mr McLerran's reading.
Councilmember Westerman noted that a letter from Allan and Barbara
Engler concerning a street that should be addressed at the street/
Storm Drainage/Light Committee meeting. Councilmember Jones
confirmed that he will notify the Englers.
Councilmember Jones noted that the ramps for disabled on the
downtown sidewalks are causing problems for the blind because they
are not uniform and suggested that Public Works look into what can
be done. A brief discussion ensued.
Councilmember Jones noted that there is no official handicapped
parking in front of City Hall. It was confirmed that th(~re are
well marked handicapped spaces in the parking lot.
A brief discussion of a letter requesting disaster funds for
Nicaragua ensued.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Clise recessed the meeting into Executive Session to discuss
the acquisition of real estate including Dennis McLerran, David
Grove, and Robert Wheeler at 9:15 PM. The meeting was reconvened
at 9:23 PM.
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ADJOURNMEN'1~
There being no fHrther
adjourned at 9:23 PM.
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Attest:
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 16, 1992
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular
session this Sixteenth day of November, 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 Clerk-Treasurer David Grove,
Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt, City Engineer
Randy Brackett and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler.
COUNCILMEMBERS DISCUSSION
The Council discussed the process of RCW 35.63, which became
effective on June 11, 1992, relating to the imposition of
moratorium or interim zoning by City Councils.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Warren James Westall was recognized and explained that Skookum Jump
Rope Company is applying for a Department of Community Development
Block Grant of approximately $500,000 to build a new facility. The
block grant is being sponsored by Jefferson County and the Port of
Port Townsend and he is asking for a resolution from Council in
support of the project.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following items on
the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol and
passed unanimously by voice vote.
Approval of the following Bills and Claims:
Current Expense
Street
Library
Park
Emergency Medical Services
Waste Water Treatment Plant Const
City Dock Reconstruction
Local Improvement District #1
FAUS Construction Project
Community Development Grant
Water-Sewer
$
47,208.06
5,352.39
161.21
1,083.30
3,881.56
432,320.39
117.30
452.22
1,455.39
2,648.92
135,000.52
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