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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/01/1993 I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 16, 1993, Cont. ADJOURNMENT There being no further adjourned at 11:42 PM. Mayor declared the meeting . Attest: M~ Clerk-Treasurer MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1, 1993 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this First day of March, 1993, 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 Grovl~, City Attorney Dennis McLerran, Police Chief Jim Newton, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. PUBLIC COMMENTS Cal McCune was recognized and brought attention to a rat problem along the waterfront, reported seeing one in the area of the Jackson Bequest, suggested that pea gravel in the riprap would fill in some of their hiding places, and suggested turning the problem over to the Committee that has to do with the health of downtown. Bernie Arthur was recognized and spoke in favor of raising the compensation of councilmembers stating he thinks it is important and suggested that Councilmeetings be held more often with a posted schedule of times and subjects such as: 1:00 PM to 7:00 PU. Scott Walker was recognized and spoke in favor of raising the compensation and read his letter of January 31, 1993, which was signed by 9 other citizens. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following i 1:ems on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. Approval of the Minutes for January 4, 1993, as written without reading. Approval of the following Bills and Claims: Current Expense Street Library Park Emergency Medical Services Capital Improvement Waste Water Treatment Facility $ 51,186.56 1,009.38 7,691.13 1,11~~.63 2,073.87 383.26 28,900.39 Const 191 192 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1,1993, Cont. '93 Water Quality Improvements '93 G.O. Bond Project Water-Sewer Storm and Surface Water Equipment Rental Firemen's Pension and Relief Total 6,425.00 509.96 24,951.28 17,377.24 3,606.75 169.41 $ 145,396.86 Setting Hearings: Shoreline Substantial Development Permit Application -Fort Worden State Park for April 19, 1993. Adoption of Resolutions: Contract for Services with Personnel Tech. Inc. RESOLUTION NO 93-13 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORI ZING THE MA YOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SERVICES FROM PERSONNEL TECH, INCORPORATED. ouit Claim of an Existing Sewer Easement to Viola Grace Pelham in Exchange for Substitute Easement. RESOLUTION NO 93-14 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A QUIT CLAIM OF AN EXISTING SEWER EASEMENT TO VIOLA GRACE PELHAM, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECT THE EXCHANGE, IN EXCHANGE FOR THE RECORDING OF A SUBSTITUTE EASEMENT MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. Communications: A letter dated February 7,1993, from Elizabeth Crockett, Colinwood Farms, in response to letters of December 28,1992, and January 29, 1992, was copied for Council. A memorandum dated February 9, 1993 from Gary Jonientz, Fleet Marine Inc, stating his concerns for his property in relation to Ordinance No 2320, the Shoreline Amendment was copied for Council. A letter dated February 11,1993, from Gordon L Meling, President, Superior Refuse Removal Inc, reporting requests for locking dumpsters and the need for a service charge if they are implemented was copied for Council and referred to the Community Services Committee. A letter dated February 19, 1993 from Penny Henderson in response to discussion at the last Councilmeeting regarding the request for travel funds from the Rhododendron Festival for the float was copied for Council and referred to the Finance Committee. A memorandum dated February 19, 1993, from Marianne Walters, Jefferson County Clerk, announcing a tour of the new Regional Archives Facility on March 25, 1993, and stating that she will be making travel arrangements as necessary was copied for Council. A letter dated February 22, 1993, from John Clise to Florence Johnson in response to her letter of traffic concerns relating to the Forest Park development and the opening of Grant Street to Sims Way was copied for Council. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1, 1993, Cont. A letter dated February 22, 1993, from cindy Wolpin to Penny Henderson in response to her letter of February 19, 1993, was copied for Council and referred to the Finance Committee. A letter dated February 23, 1993, from James Pearson, Associate Planner, Jefferson County Planning and Building Departme,nt, to Frank D' Amore conveying that his term on the Shoreline Advisory Commission has expired was copied for Council. A letter dated February 24, 1993, from Karen Erickson requesting clarification of PERMITTED USES on the Port Townsend Urban Waterfront was copied for Council and referred to the Planning and Building Department. This concludes the Consent Agenda. PUBLIC HEARINGS Coordinated Water System Plan. Councilmember McCulloch introduced the Plan and stated that there are 153 public water systems covered by this plan (once a well serves more than two households, it is a public water system). Mr Wheeler gave some of the technical background of the plan and stated that he is not recommending Council to take any action tonight, would like the hearing continued to another meeting, and to receive as much discussion and comments as possible. He would like the Water Advisory ComInittee to sponsor a public workshop for further discussion of this topic, and then have the Committee meet to put forth a recommendai:ion to the Council. Mr Wheeler discussed the area included in the plan and the Port Townsend service area and stated that the Public Utility District is the entity that has the contract for doing the Coordinated Water System Plan with Economic and Engineering Services, Inc, and are the agency moving along with this process. The first Coordinated Water System was completed for this area in 1986-1987 and State law requires an update every five years, which is what this current plan is. The Water Utility Coordinating Council was formed about two years ago and has been working on putting this draft Jefferson County Coordinated Water System plan together which is to be reviewed by the City, Public Utility District, the other water purveyors and the County Commissioners. From there it goes to the County Planning Commission and then the State Department of Health for final approval. Mr Wheeler discussed the public process in the plan to be sure there is enough public input before Council makes a decision, the State Environmental Policy Act process, Coordinated Water System Plan issues, and present water capacity. Harry Thayer, Water Advisory Committee, was recognized and stated the issues faced by the Committee in regard to the Tri-Area and the need for public input. Councilmember McCulloch gave a brief history of the Water Advisory Commi ttee that was originally formed as the Watershed Advisory Committee. Mayor Clise opened the hearing to the Public. Scott Wal}~er was recognized and questioned the projected amount of water use per person per day. Mr Wheeler responded: 100 gallons, and clarified the water conservation plan of the city. Guy Rudolph was recognized and spoke about the lack of water conservation and groundwater protection in the plan, and questioned if there 'will be a hearing or workshop in the Tri-Area. Councilmember McCulloch confirmed that a workshop on March 18, 1993, will be held in the Tri-Area if a site can be located. Cal McCune was recogni:z:ed and questioned if the Tri-Area makes or loses money. Mayor Clise confirmed that the water service to the Tri-Area loses mon.~y. Mr McCune then questioned the use of Lord's Lake as a water holding area. Mr Wheeler confirmed that Lord's Lake and City Lake are 193 194 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1, 1993, Cont. presently being used now and that ot:her sites are being studied through the Chelan process. Mr McCune then questioned the right of the city to take water from the Little Quil and Big Quilcene Ri vers . Mr McLerran responded that an analysis of the city's water rights has been done and that they feel comfortable that the city does have valid, priority water rights. The Chelan process is looking at other issues beyond just the water right certification of the Department of Ecology. Mr McCune then requested that a process of filtration after chlorination using activated carbon or a long sitting time be considered because of trihalomethanes. There being no further comments, Mayor Clise closed the hear1ng to the Public and turned to Council for deliberation. Mr Wheeler confirmed that the present water system is well below the Environmental Protection Agency standards for trihalomethanes (THMs) and explained some of the systems under consideration. After a lengthy discussion of the place we are in the process of the plan, the City service area and what could happen if the area was made smaller, groundwater rights and quality, water storage, the wants and needs of the Tri-Area: how does the area want to grow, and then how to pay for these needs, and the SEPA, Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council continue the Public Hearing until May 3, 1993, which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Owsley left the meeting at 8:23 PM. Increases In Utility Rate structure. Mr Wheeler reviewed the following ordinances and changes he wants in Ordinance No 2343 and commented on meters and meter reading issues and stated that a meter replacement program will eventually be put in place. A short discussion of the rate percentage in the wastewater ordinance and credits for the discounts ensued. A discussion of hearing each ordinance separately, the resolution to review the impacts of the discounts and the utility credit ordinance ensued. Mayor Clise opened the hearing to the Public. John Ebner was recognized and commented on water quality and water quantity stating that the City needs to pay for programs that have not yet been proven to be needed by the State and Federal bureaucrats, requested that the ordinance be published in their entirety instead of a summary, stated that the rate increases should be put to a general vote of the public rather than the Council and that that would stop the rates from going up, there would have to be funds made available from the bureaucrats or the work would not be done. John Sudlow was recognized and spoke against the charge for a standby sprinkler system for fire control and requested its removal. Kristen Regan was recognized and spoke in favor of the low income credit saying that in her case it will be helpful and that it is important to educate people on the water saving devices available and volunteered to help in any way. Cal McCune was recognized and stated that he will need the cooperation of the Planning Department and Council in his plans to expand use of his building, that his present restaurant tenants will be expanding and will be able to pass the increases on to their customers. There being no further testimony, Mayor Clise closed the hearing to the Public and turned to Council for disposition. Mr Wheeler commented that the Department of Health would issue an order that would require improvements to be done on their timeframe, would withhold other grant monies and could have our system taken over by a third party. There are only seven entities in the State of Washington that are being allowed to avoid filtration, of which we are one; everyone of these cities are facing a compliance schedule and an agreed upon order. He has not heard of anyone being able to get around the Surface Water Treatment Rule. Mr Wheeler explained the standby fee for fire protection and commented on the need for education in water conservation. Jim Engle, Water Superintendent, explained the I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1, 1993, Cont.. standby sprinkler system fees. A discussion of charges for the sprinkling taps, charges for different sized meters I and irrigation only meters ensued. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the surcharge be charged on irrigation only meters the same as for single residential and duplexes. The motion died for lack of a second. Discussion of a separate fee for capital improvements ensued during which Mr Grove stated that we would like to revisit this issue when the Department of Revenue has their procedures established. Discussion of the schedule for the Department of Health requirements and the costs incurred, and fiscal responsibility ensued. Water Rate Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO 2341 AN ORDINANCE INCREASING THE RATES FOR WATER SERVICE FOR THE CITY AND THE CITY'S WATER SERVICE AREA AND AMENDING THE CURRENT SENIOR CITIZEN'S DISCOUNT FOR WATER CHARGES TO CREATE A UTILITY CREDIT PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS BY AMENDING SECTIONS 13.12.220 AND 13.12.290 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF APRIL 1, 1993. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Camfield 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 by voice vote with five Councilmember voting in the affirmative and Councilmember Jones voting against the motion. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2341 which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield. Mr Ebner was recognized and spoke of the inflationary character of the increase and urged Council to vote against the increases. The motion passed by roll call vote with five Councilmembers voting in the affirmative and Councilmember Jones voting against the motion. Wastewater Rate Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO 2342 AN ORDINANCE INCREASING THE RATES FOR WASTEWATER SERVICE FOR THE CITY AND AMENDING THE CURRENT SENIOR CITIZEN'S DISCOUNT FOR WASTEWATER CHARGES TO CREATE A UTILITY CREDIT PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS BY AMENDING SECTIONS 13.04.030 AND 13.04.035 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF APRIL 1, 1993. After discussion, Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Council- member Sokol made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by ti tIe only which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed by voice vote with four Councilmembers voting in the affirmative and Councilmembers Jones and Wolpin voting against the motion. Mr Grove again rE!ad the ordinance by title. Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2342 which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed by roll call vote with four Councilmembers voting in the affirmative and Councilmembers Jones and Wolpin voting against the motion. 195 196 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1,1993, Cont. High Strength Waste Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO 2343 AN ORDINANCE RELATED TO WASTEWATER DISPOSAL AND TREATMENT CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 13.06 ESTABLISHING A CLASSIFICATION AND FEEING SYSTEM FOR CERTAIN COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND GOVERNMENTAL GENERATORS OF WASTEWATER AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL COMMODITY CHARGE FOR THE GENERATION OF HIGH STRENGTH WASTE WITH HIGH VARIABILITY IN LOADINGS BY USERS SUCH AS THE WASHINGTON STATE FERRY SYSTEM. After discussion, Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Council- member Westerman made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Wolpin and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2343 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Low Income Senior Citizen. Low Income Disabled, Low Income Utility Rate Credit Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO 2344 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13.24 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO UTILITY CREDITS AND ESTABLISHING NEW PROGRAMS FOR LOW INCOME AND LOW INCOME DISABLED RESIDENTS AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF APRIL 1, 1993. After discussion, Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Council- 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 Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Jones made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2344 which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman. After discussion, the motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. Resolution Expressing the Intention to Review Utility Rates and Credit Pro9rams Annually. RESOLUTION NO 93-15 A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL THAT THE UTILITY RATE ORDINANCES AND UTILITY CREDIT PROGRAMS BE REVIEWED BY CITY STAFF AND THE CITY COUNCIL ANNUALLY. After discussion, Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-15 which was seconded by Council- member Wolpin and passed unanimously by voice vote. RECESS Mayor Clise declared a recess at 10:37 PM. at 10:40 PM. The meeting reconvened UNFINISHED BUSINESS Marson/Wilburn Street Vacation Application No 9101-08. Mr McLerrán recomInended that this item be continued to the meeting of March 15, 1993, which was done. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1, 1993, Cont. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Clise updated Council on the 2020 project stating thai: there are over 60 hosts so far and there are more arriving. The target is 100, and there is a kickoff on March 8, 1993, at the Community Center at 7:00 PM where hosts can have questions answered and get enthusiasm roaring. Mayor Clise encouraged all Councilmembers to solicit additional hosts. COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF REPORTS Finance Committee -Tourism Coordinating Council Media Proposal. Councilmember Camfield reported that the Committee is recommending acceptance of the Tourism Coordinating Council media proposal and made a motion to that effect which was seconded by Councilmember Wolpin. After discussion including Sheri Robison, Main stre.~t, the motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Legislative/Environmental Committee -Marzan State Environmental Policy Act No 9209-07 -Final Determination. Councilmember Wolpin made a motion that the Council adopt the following and approve a mitigated determination of non-significance for the State Environmental Policy Act checklist No 9209-07 -Marzan which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield. After discussion including Keith Marzan, the motion passed unanimously by voice vote. A. EARTH The site is rolling with a slight slope ranging to approximately five percent. The soils on site are sand and gravel with approximately three inches of organic topsoil. The letter from Tillman Engineering dated December 14, 1992, states that thl~ soils on site are well drained and lack the characteristic mottling that is present when soils are seasonally or repeatedly saturated. Erosion is unlikely to occur during or after construction due to permeable soils, slopes of 0 to 5%, on all lots except lots 1 and 2 (unitE) and natural vegetation preserved at each homesi 1:e. No fill will be placed on site and clearing and grading will only occur for house foundation and driveway entry and parking areas. Approximately 10% of the site will be covered by impE~rvious surfaces. B. AIR Dust and odors from equipment may be produced during construction. The dust can be mitigated by watering the si te , restricting specific activities during construction, and sweeping impE~rvious surfaces where soil may be tracked, specifically along Walnut street. Existing and future emissions from surrounding residential areas may have an adverse impact on air quality due to additional woodstove and other emissions. The applicant has reportE~d that prevailing winds off the Straits dissipates emissions. C. WATER No surface water body exists on the site. The site is located approximately 700-1000 feet west from the shoreline of Admiralty Inlet. Stormwater run-off for existing units A, B, C, and D is treated using splash blocks and surface drainage. Storm water run-off from roofs, parking areas and driveways for the new units will be directed through pipes into gravel collector pits on-site. stormwater run-off associated with the development will all be treated on-site using surface drainage and infiltration trenches 19'-; 198 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1,1993, Cont. with catch basins. Proposed locations for on-site surface drainage, infiltration trenches and catch basins shall be shown on the site plan, and confirmed in the field prior to the issuance of a building permit. Stormwater flows off-site resulting from the development shall be no greater than historical flows. A critical Drainage Corridor is shown to exist on the Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESA) Maps in city Hall. The ESA Ordinance went into affect in November, 1992, and therefore it applies to this application because although the checklist is dated September, 1992, the application was not deemed complete until December 16, 1992, when a site and drainage plan was submitted. After a site visit and an examination of the aerial photograph of the site, Dave Robison, Planner, determined that a critical drainage corridor as defined by the ESA Ordinance does not exist on the site. The letter from Tillman Engineering dated December 14, 1992, also states that there is no evidence that there has been surface flows through the site such as drainage channels, water-seeking vegetation, and erosion deposits. Stormwater drainage infiltration swales are provided along "R" Street east and west of Walnut street and along "S" Street east of Walnut Street. Infiltration rates in the swales are designed as per the Port Townsend Stormwater Drainage Interim Procedures Manual and the project stormwater drainage plan (by Tillman Engineering, dated 1/28/93) have been approved by Randy Brackett, Civil Engineer with the Public Works Department. Stormwater facilities need to be adequately maintained. Sediment should be inspected at least twice a year and removed from catch basins as needed. Grassed ditches should be kept trim and manageable, and sediments that collect in the ditches should be removed as necessary to avoid clogging the infiltration surfaces. The City recommends that the required maintenance of stormwater drainage facilities on the home sites be incorporated into Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC & R's) for each home or for a homeowner's association. D. PLANTS Most of the site on the east side of Walnut Street is wooded with willow, wild cherry, madrona and fir and other ferns and shrubs. Vegetat~on will be removed for the house perimeter plus ten feet, and for the parking and driveway areas. The applicant has stated that all sites will have "natural greenbelts" left in place. There are no threatened or endangered species known to exist on the site. Some old growth Douglas Fir exist on the site and the applicant has stated that most will remain. There are five large fir trees and many rhododendrons along the north side of "s" Street that may have to be removed if "s" Street is developed along the right-of-way centerline. The applicant is requesting that he be allowed to develop the street south of the centerline to avoid these trees and vegetation. The location of the trees and proposed roadway, parking and drainage need to be shown on the site plan. E. ANIMALS As much vegetation as possible will be left in place which will reduce adverse impact to animals on site consisting of birds, deer and raccoons. F. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES The project site does not contain any known gravel or other extractable mineral resources. Construction of the proposal will consume energy in the form of fuel and other petroleum distillates I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1, 1993, Cont.. contained in the building and paving materials. The potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties will not be affected. Electricity will be used for heat and lighting. Energy efficient homes will be built to "Comfort Plus" standards. Two homE~s will use woodstoves complying with air quality requirements. G. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH The risk of environmental health hazards including explosion and the release of hazardous materials is always present during construction. standard construction practices will be employed to minimize the risk of an accident. Upon the completion of the project, the risk of an incident will be substantially reduced. H. NOISE Normal noise resulting from residential uses will occur. Construc- tion activities will be limited to the hours between 8 AM and 5 PM. I. LAND AND SHORELINE USE The site is currently zoned Single Family Residential. There are four homes existing on the site on the west side of Walnut Street (Block 95). Most of the site on the east side of Walnut Street is wooded. Boundary lines for lots 7 and 8 have been adjusted on the site plan from the original plat. A Critical Drainage Corridor is shown to exist on the ESA Maps in City Hall. The ESA Ordinance went into affect in November" 1992, and therefore it applies to this application because although the checklist is dated September, 1992, the application was not deemed complete until December 16, 1992, when a site and drainage plan was submitted. After a site visit and an examination of the aerial photograph of the site, Dave Robison, Planner, determined that a critical drainage corridor as defined by the ESA Ordinance does not exist on the site. Approximately eleven families completed project. will reside in the (25 people) J. HOUSING Eleven middle-income single family homes will be built. will be eliminated. No housing K. AESTHETICS The homes will have wood exteriors, and will be no more t:han 24 feet high. L. LIGHT AND GLARE Normal residential complete. lighting will exist the proj,ect after M. RECREATION The site is approximately 1/4 mile up the hill from Fort Worden State Park. No recreation improvements are proposed. N. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION No cultural or historical resources are known to exist on the site. In the event that suspected cultural materials are found during excavation, the proper authorities should be notified immediately, and construction temporarily halted. 199 is 200 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1,1993, Cont. O. TRANSPORTATION Current access to the site is via Walnut Street, "R" street west of Walnut Street, and "s" street east of Walnut Street. Walnut Street is an established City street. Lots 3 and 4 (Units H and I) will access onto "S" Street east of Walnut: lots 5 and 6 (Units J and K) will access onto "R" street east of Walnut. Lots 7 and 8 (Units G and F), have been reoriented to access onto Walnut Street. The applicant proposes to construct "R" St.reet east and west of Walnut, and "s" Street east of Walnut, to City Standards. If "s" street were developed to City Standards using the existing right-of-way (R.O.W.) centerline, five, large fir trees and many existing rhododendrons would have to be removed. The applicant is proposing to develop the street with the 20-feet of pavement located south of the centerline to preserve these trees. This is acceptable to the City, as long as drainage is provided for along "s" Street, and parking provided for along "S" Street or off-street on the home sites. The location of the trees, the proposed roadway, drainage and parking are shown on the site plan, last revised Feb. 22, 1993. For local access streets (residential neighborhood street) a 36- foot-wide paved surface is required to accommodate a 20-foot-wide travel lane with 8-foot-wide parking lanes on each side or a 20- foot-wide paved travel lane with 8-foot-wide gravel parking lanes on each side. The applicant has agreed to construct a 20-foot-wide paved roadway on "R" street east and west of Walnut street, and on "s" Street east of Walnut Street. Adequate on-street parking is shown for the new units on "R" Street. Four on-site parking spaces must be provided for units G and F, which access onto Walnut Street. No on-street parking will be allowed on Walnut Street, and backing onto Walnut Street is prohibited. Two off-street parking spaces must be provided for each unit in the project, except where more will be required if on- street parking is not allowed or feasible. City Standards require a 120-foot turnaround distance at the end of dead-end streets. The applicant has proposed one hammerhead turnaround at the west end of "R" Street with only 100 feet, and another undefined turnaround on "s" Street east of Walnut. P. PUBLIC SERVICES An increased need for public services would result consistent with normal residential growth. Q. UTILITIES Water: A 6-inch water line is proposed to be constructed on the length of "R" Street east and west of Walnut to serve lots 1,2,5, and 6 (Units E, J, and K) tying into an existing 8-inch water line on Walnut Street. A 6-inch water line is proposed to be developed on "s" Street to serve lots 3 and 4 (Units H and I), tying into an existing 8-inch water line on Walnut Street. A fire hydrant is proposed to be located near the northeast corner of lot 4 (Unit I) on "S" street, and at the northwest corner of the Walnut/"R" street intersection. The Water and Fire Departments stated that the 6- inch dead-ended lines would be adequate to serve the proposed units for domestic water and for fire flows. If future development connected to these lines, however, the lines would have to be looped or enlarged to 8-inch lines. 3/4-inch service lines to the homes are proposed, and are adequate. Water service to lots 7 and 8 (Units G and F) are proposed to tie into existing lines on Walnut Street with 3/4 inch water service lines. Sewer: An extended 6-inch side sewer line is proposed along "R" Street to serve lots 1 and 2 (Unit E), tying into a 12-inch sewer I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1,1993, Cont. main on Walnut Street. Lots 3 and 4 are served by an existinq side sewer line on "S" Street. Sanitary sewer service to Lots 3,4,5, 6,7, and 8 (Units F, G, H, I, J, and K), is proposed via an 8-inch line extending east from the 12-inch line on Walnut Str€!et 36 linear feet along "s" Street, connecting to a 6-inch side sewer line extending approximately 150 feet north to 3/4-inch service connections to the units. Back-flow valves are required for all service lines connecting to this 6-inch side sewer line. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS The environmental review indicates a probability of significant adverse environmental impacts from the proposal, which could be mitigated. The following recommendations are intended to mitigate adverse environmental impacts disclosed during SEPA review. A. EARTH 1. The applicant shall employ measures during construction. appropriate control erosion 2. Prior to issuance of building a permit, the applicant shall submit an excavation permit, and identify the origin and destination of fill and excavated material. B. AIR No mitigation measure is proposed. C. WATER 3. Stormwater run-off from the residential units and driveways shall be collected and treated on-site through surface drainage, infiltration trenches and catch basins. Upon submittal of each individual building permit application, an on-site stormwater drainage plan (including desiçrn and location of surface drainage, infiltration trenches and catch basins) shall be submitted and approved by the Public Works Director. On-site drainage plans shall be confirmed in the field by the City Building Official prior to final inspection and occupancy. Other off-site stormwater runoff shall be collected and treated in drainage swales along "R" StrE~et and "s" Street, as per construction details provided on the site plan, dated November 5,1992, last revision date February 22, 1993, and the "Stormwater Management Plan," prepared by Tillman Engineering, dated January 28, 1993. 4. On-site stormwater drainage facilities shall be adequately maintained. Sediment shall be inspected at least twice a year and removed from catch basins as needed. Grassed, drainage infiltration trenches shall be kept trim and manageable, and sediments that collect in the ditches shall be removed as necessary to avoid clogging the infiltration surfaces. No later than thirty (30) days after the City Council's final Threshold Determination, the proponent, who is also the current property owner, shall record with the City a covenant which provides for joint maintenance of stormwater drainage facilities for all 11 residential units. No building permits shall be issued prior to the recording of this covenant. D. PLANTS 5. Vegetation shall be removed ,only for the perimeter of the structure, plus ten (10) f~èt beyond, and for drive'iay and parking areas. All other existing vegetation shall rlemain. 201 202 O. 9. 10. 11. 12. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION O:F MARCH 1,1993, Cont. E. ANIMALS No mitigation measure is proposed. F. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES 6. Homes shall be constructed to 1991 Washington State Energy Code Standards for electrically heated homes. G. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH No mitigation measure is proposed H. NOISE 7. Construction activities shall be limited to 8 AM to 5 PM. I. LAND AND SHORELINE USE No mitigation measure is proposed. J. HOUSING No mitigation measure is proposed. K. AESTHETICS No mitigation measure is proposed. L. LIGHT AND GLARE No mitigation measure is proposed. M. RECREATION No mitigation measure is proposed. N. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION 8. To mitigate potential impacts to archeological resources which may be discovered during excavation, work shall be stopped immediately if such materials are discovered and the State Historic Preservation Officer will be contacted immediately. TRANSPORTATION A separate street development permit shall be submitted by the applicant for improvements to "R" and "s" Streets. The applicant shall construct "R" street east of Walnut Street to Oak Street and west of Walnut to Chestnut Street to provide 20 feet of paved surface with two spaces of on-street parking, 8-foot-wide x 20-feet long, per unit. Streets must be constructed and approved by the Street and Sewer Superintendent prior to permanent water and sewer, and final inspection/occupancy of units adjacent to that street. The applicant shall install "S" Street east of Walnut street to Oak Street to provide 20 feet of pav~d surface with four spaces of off-street parking per unit for units H and I. (All parking for units H and I must be located on the homesite due to the realignment of the street to avoid trees.) The location of the paved surface on "S" Street east of Walnut Street shall be located south of the R.O.W. centerline to avoid significant fir trees and rhododendrons to the north. This alignment and the on-site parking configuration is shown on the overall site plan last revised 2/22/93. I I I I I I 13. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1, 1993, Cont. The City will consider phase-in of paving only if a street bond is posted prior to issuance of the first building permit on each street. streets must be constructed and approved by the Street and Sewer Superintendent prior to permanent water and sewer, and final inspection/occupancy of units adjac'ent to that street. 14. Four off-street parking spaces per unit shall be providl3d for Lots 7 and 8 (Units F and G). Backing onto Walnut Str«~et is prohibited. 15. The hammerhead turnaround at the east end of "R" street shall be constructed to city Development Standards of 120 feet.. The hammerhead at the west end of "R" Street is allowed to vary from City standards because of slope constraints to the south and will be constructed to 100'. At the east end of "s" street a City standard hammerhead turnaround would encroach into an existing house to the north. Sixty-feet to the south on Oak Street and sixty-additional feet to the east on "s" Street shall be provided to create an "L" shape turnaround. The applicant shall install two "No Parking" signs within this L-shaped turnaround. P. PUBLIC SERVICES No mitigation measure is proposed. Q. UTILITIES 16. The applicant shall install a 6-inch water main on "S" Street between Walnut and Oak which will serve Units H and I, and a 6-inch water main on "R" Street between Walnut and Oak and Walnut and Chestnut which will serve units E, J, and K. Any additional connections to these lines will require thE! lines to be looped, or up-sized to 8-inch if they are dead--ended. Water lines must be installed and approved by the Water Superintendent prior to permanent water service and final inspection by the Building Official and occupancy of units utilizing to those lines. 17. The applicant shall provide back-flow valves on sewer service lines to units F, G, H, I, J, and K. Sewer lines shall be installed by the applicant (on the site plan dated November 5, 1993, and last revised 2/22/93), and approved by thE! Sewer Superintendent prior to permanent sewer service and final inspection by the Building Official and occupancy of units utilizing those lines. No later than 30 days after the City Council's final Threshold Determination, a fifteen (15)-foot- wide sewer easement for the length of the sewer line located outside the public right-of-way serving lots F, G, H" I, J, and K, must be approved by the City Attorney, and dedicated to the City and recorded. Standard easement dedication language and procedure is available from the Department of Public Works. No building permits shall be issued prior to the approval and dedication of this easement. Parks/Property. Councilmember Camfield reported that the Committee had met and discussed the Carousel License Agreement. Mr McLerran is preparing the document to be brought before the Council. Parking by the Pope Marine Park, the Pope Marine Park building and the Jackson Bequest will be discussed at a meeting set for March 17, 1993, at 5:00 PM. Councilmember Camfield requested that Council write to the State Parks Commission objecting to them charging parking fees at Fort Worden. It was the consensus of Council that this be done for the Councilmeeting of March 15, 1993. 203 204 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1,1993, Cont. Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Wolpin reported that the Commi ttee discussed prioritization of proposed ordinance revisions, stating fences and hedges would probably be first, that they will request the Planning Commission to look at duplexes on 5000 square foot lots in the R-II and several zoning issues. Public Works. Mr Wheeler reported that the State is redoing the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit for the wastewater treatment plant and that there is a good chance that dechlorination will be added to it. A decision is wanted as soon as possible while the contractor is still on site and a change order can be done. Mr Wheeler reported that City Dock is open although repairs are still be done to the dock. The water line will be installed this week. A brief discussion of parking in the area ensued. The Department of Health has approved the compliance plan for Chlorine Contact Time and an extension of the approval may be obtained by submitting a status report and a written schedule for completion which may be subject to additional terms and conditions. Mr Wheeler reported that at present, we are 70% of normal for the snow pack in the mountains and start conserving now. Lord's Lake has only just been filled. A meeting with the Department of Health and the Forest Service will be held to discuss the watershed plan on March 5,1993. NEW BUSINESS Ordinance Increasing the Travel Advance Fund. ORDINANCE NO 2345 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO 1896 AND SECTION 3.04.220 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE INCREASING THE AMOUNT IN THE FUND TO $1,500 AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr Grove explained the ordinance and read it by title. Council- member Sokol made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by ti tIe only which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2345 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Resolution Adopting Whistleblower Procedure. RESOLUTION NO 93-16 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A POLICY FOR THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND REGARDING EMPLOYEE REPORTING OF IMPROPER GOVERNMENTAL ACTION AND PROTECTING EMPLOYEES AGAINST RETALIATION AS REQUIRED BY RCW 42.41, THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE WHISTLEBLOWER ACT. Mr McLerran explained the resolution. Councilmember Jones made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-16 which was seconded by Councilmember Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote. I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 1, 1993, Cont. 1-05 I I I Interfund Loan to 1992 City Dock Re-Construction Fund. ORDINANCE NO 2346 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LOAN OF THE SUM OF $250,000 FROM THE STORM AND SURFACE WATER FUND TO THE 1992 CITY DOCK RE-CONSTRUCTION FUND AND PROVIDING FOR REPAYMENT. Mr Grove explained the ordinance and read the it by title. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2346 which was seconded by councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Agreement for Funding Domestic Violence Program. RESOLUTION NO 93-17 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SEXUAL ASSAULT PROGRAM RELATING TO THE PROVIDING OF PARTIAL FUNDING FOR THE PROGRAM. Mr McLerran explained the agreement. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-17 which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION City Council compensation. After a brief discussion, because of the time, 11:30 PM, it was the consensus of the Council to discuss this at the next meeting on March 15, 1993. Councilmember Sokol reported that he attended the Liability for Public Officials seminar in Port Angeles and brought back an extra copy of a notebook handout that he has given to Mr McLerran for information for Council. Mr Grove reported that he also has a set of the material in the notebook. Mr McLerran reported that he has been in contract with the Port Angeles City Attorney and th,ey have been discussing several issues raised in the presentation. Councilmember Wolpin discussed the angle parking at the Gateway Park. Mr Wheeler stated that as soon as weather permits, the area will be striped. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Clise recessed the meeting into Executive Session to discuss the acquisition of real estate and labor negotiations including Dennis McLerran, David Grove and Robert Wheeler at 11:35 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 11:53 PM. ADJOURNMENT There being no further adjourned at 11:53 PM. declared the meeting . Mayor