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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/01/1993 I I I MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL SESSION OF OCTOBER'l'h 25, 1993, Cont. Change the land use assumptions and parameters and UGA boundaries, and 3) change the resource base, look at different ways of financing or increasing the amount of resources available. Ande Grahn stated that she has heard quite a bit of concern about water. She stated she is concerned about level of Bervice standards. She is not sure that the people making decisions on these level of service standards understand what they are or how they will be enforced. This hasn't been adequately explained. How they will affect the City as a purveyor of water in the County has not been explained. She doesn' t understand what a conditional water system is in a rural area. There are many questions and details that the matrix (Interim Level of Service Standards) doesn't explain adequately. She asked that the Board direct the staff to create much clearer level of service standards that will adequately describe what will happen with water in the County and what provisions are available for creating density in proposed UGA's and discouraging density outside UGA's. Hearing no further comment the public hearing was closed. The City Councilmembers and the County staff and Commissioners then held a lengthy discussion, questions and answers regarding the proposed Ordinance and boundaries. ADJOURNMENT There being no further adjourned at 9:23 PM. Mayor lise declared the meeting . Attest: M~ Clerk-Treasurer MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 1, 1993 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this First day of November, 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, Sheila Westerman and Cindy ~lolpin. Councilmember Robert Sokol was excused. Also present were Clerk- Treasurer David Grove, City Attorney Dennis McLerran, PolicE~ Chief Jim Newton, Dave Robison, Planner, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert WhE!eler. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following i 1:ems on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Approval of the following Bills and Claims: Current Expense Street Library Park $ 55,450.97 215.10 5,643.61 1,320.13 449 450 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 1,1993, Cont. Arterial street Emergency Medical Services Waste Water Treatment Facility Const 93 Water Quality Construction Project 93 GO Bond FAUS Construction Projects Water-Sewer Storm and Surface Water Equipment Rental Firemen's Pension and Relief Total 14,687.24 1,030.20 22,083.51 12,100.21 336.61 171.14 29,026.80 3,621.55 3,041.62 248.63 $ 148,977.32 Setting Hearings: Rosewind Planned Unit Development Application No 9106-04 for December 6, 1993. Rosewind Street Vacation Application No 9106-04 for December 6, 1993. Approval of Appointment: Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield to the Arts Commission, term to expire February 1, 1995. Communications: A letter dated October 14,1993, from Casey McKinney, Chairman and C.F.O., Admiral Marine Works, Inc, in support for funding of the services provided by the Economic Development Council of Jefferson County was copied for Council. A letter dated October 14, 1993, from John Clise to Scott D Foster in response to his letter of October 11,1993, about the problems on Thomas Street was copied for Council and referred to the Public Works Director. A letter dated October 17, 1993, from Lockwood Dennis asking if anything can be done now to preserve 6.12 acres of woodland near the top of umatilla Street which has been declared surplus by Jefferson County as a future park was copied for Council and referred to the Parks/Property Committee. A letter received October 19, 1993, from E Zahn stating concerns about the location of the proposed Park & Ride location was copied for Council. A memorandum dated October 21, 1993, from Stan Finkelstein, Executive Director, Association of Washington Cities, announcing October 27, 1993, as National Unfunded Mandates Day, to launch an ongoing education program about the impact of such mandates on local governments. A letter dated October 26, 1993, from Darlene Bloomfield, Planner to Don W Taylor, Fristoe, Taylor & Schultz, Ltd, P.S., stating problems regarding the Madge Wallin Fence Variance was copied for Council. This concludes the Consent Agenda. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance Revising Administration of the Port Townsend Shoreline Management Master Program. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 1,1993, Cont. ORDINANCE NO 2375 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PREFACE AND SECTIONS 1,3,4,6,7,8 AND 9, AS WELL AS APPENDIX A, B, C AND D OF THE JEFFERSON-PORT TOWNSEND SHORELINE MANAGEMENT MASTER PROGRAM TO CLARIFY THE ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THE MASTER PROGRAM; TO ESTABLISH A SEPARATE CITY ADVISORY COMMISSION; AND TO AFFIRM THAT THE CITY HAS A SEPARATE SHORELINE MANAGEMENT MASTER PROGRAM; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr Robison reviewed the revisions to the draft ordinance. After discussion of the makeup of an interim Shoreline Commission, criteria for those serving on the Commission, including Mr Hildt, and Mr Robison, Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Wolpin made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2375 which was seconded by Councilmember Wolpin and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Ordinance Setting Fees Pursuant to the Shoreline Management Master Program. ORDINANCE NO 2376 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO REVENUE AND FINANCE, SETTING FEES FOR APPLICATIONS, PERMITS AND SERVICES PURSUANT TO THE PORT TOWNSEND SHORELINE MANAGEMENT MASTER PROGRAM; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Owsley 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 rE!ad the ordinance by title. Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2376 which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Ordinance Rezoning School District Property. ORDINANCE NO 2377 AN ORDINANCE REZONING A 34 ACRE PARCEL CONSISTING OF TAX PARCELS 8, 9, 31, AND THE SOUTH 1/2 OF TAX PARCEL 21, FROM R-IA TO P-I ZONING AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. THE PROPERTY IS MOSTLY CONTAINED WITHIN THE S 1/2 OF THE SE 1/4 OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 31N, RANGE lW, AND THE N 1/2 OF THE NE 1/4 OF THE NE 1/4 OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 30N, RANGE 1W. Councilmember Camfield left the Council chambers. Mr Hildt explained the ordinance. Mr Grove read the ordinance 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 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 2377 which 451 452 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF' NOVEMBER 1,1993, Cont. was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote. Councilmember Camfield returned to the Council chambers. Resolution on Interim Urban Growth Area Boundaries. RESOLUTION NO 93-122 A RESOLUTION OF THE PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL MAKING RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF ~OUNTY COMMISSIONERS ON PROPOSED INTERIM URBAN GROWTH AREA BOUNDARIES AND ASSOCIATED REGULATIONS PURSUANT TO THE WASHINGTON STATE GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT. Mr Hildt explained the resolution. Councilmember Wolpin made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-122 which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield. After discussion including Paula Mackrow, Councilmember McCulloch made a motion that the Council amend the previous motion and make the acreage ten acres rather than five acres in the "Whereas" on page five which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed unanimously by voice vote. The main motion passed unanimously by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS Point Hudson Advisory Committee Presentation. In the absence of the Point Hudson Advisory Committee, Mr Robison gave a brief summary of where they are at the present time in the process and what has been done. A brief discussion of the economics and what will be in Phase III ensued. MAYOR'S REPORT Budget Briefing and Policy Discussion for November 4. 1993. Councilmember McCulloch explained that this would be an opportunity to discuss budget related issues more extensively than during the budget hearing and to supplement the education process for the newly elected Councilmembers. Mayor Clise further explained what would be dealt with (in general terms) during the next year. After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of Council to postpone this meeting until a later date. Mayor Clise reported that a proposal has been received for the Pink House and that Councilmember Camfield will make a report under Committee Reports later on the agenda. COMMITTEE REPORTS/STAFF REPORTS Parks/Property. Councilmember Camfield gave a history of the request for proposals for the pink House and reported that there has been a proposal from Little and Li ttle Construction for renovation and use of it. Councilmember Camfield confirmed that a meeting of the Committee is set for noon on November 5, 1993, and that this proposal can be discussed briefly. Another topic for discussion at this meeting, is three pieces of property declared surplus on a list sent by Jefferson County as well as a fourth parcel that some letters have been sent to the City suggesting purchase for a future park. A brief discussion including Mr McLerran ensued. Street/Storm Drainage/Light. Councilmember Jones reported that the Committee had met and discussed the street problem in the Thomas Street neighborhood. The Committee has recommended that the neighbors meet with Public Works Staff and look into the possibility of forming a Local Improvement District. I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 1, 1993, Cont. Councilmember Jones read a letter from Dr Reinstra at 242 Monroe Street regarding parking problems with a 24 hour parking zone in front of the office and requesting that the spaces be changE~d to 2 hour parking. This letter was referred to the Public Works Department. Thomas Street Discussion. Mr Wheeler reported on the Thomas street problem and that the city has a policy of not maintaining new streets as well as others in town. Because of staffing limi tations, Mr Wheeler stated that the Thomas Street area is graded once in every six months. Chelan Progress Report. Councilmember McCulloch updated Council on the progress of the Chelan Agreement. A timeline is being set up, comments will be returned in December and then the draft plan will go to the Department of Ecology and the final plan will be complete by June, 1994. Labor Agreement Addendum Resolution. RESOLUTION NO 93-123 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING AN ADDENDUM TO A LABOR AGREEMENT WITH THE TEAMSTERS UNION LOCAL 589. Mr Grove explained the resolution. Councilmember Jones made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-123 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote. 1994 Budget. Mr Grove announced that the Preliminary Budg'et for 1994 has been presented to him by the Mayor and will be available to the public on November 15, 1993, and the advertising for the Public Hearing will be published during the next two weeks. Civil Service commission. Mr Grove reported that the Civil service Commission has approved an extension of the deadline for application for lateral entry police officer testing ~l7Ìth a physical fitness exam to be done in December. There will be a written test and an oral board before an eligibility list ~,ill be established. Change Orders Resolution. Marine Building Project Renovation for Pope RESOLUTION NO 93-124 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO DIRECT STAFF TO SETTLE CHANGE ORDERS FOR UP TO $1200.00 FOR A SINGLE CHANGE, FOR CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE POPE MARINE BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT. Mr Wheeler explained the resolution. Mr Brackett explained the change orders needed. After discussion, Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution No 93-124 which was seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote. Solid Waste Advisory Committee. Councilmember Camfield left the chambers for this discussion. Mr Brackett reported that the Jefferson County Public Works Dir~ctor has recommended .to the County commissioners that the recyç}ing program be completely 453 454 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 1, 1993, Cont. transferred to Bayshore Enterprises. The Committee has recommended that the recycling education program be retained by the County. The Board of Commissioners has tabled discussion on this until next week. Councilmember Westerman proposed that the City send a letter in support of maintaining the recycling education within the County because Bayshore does not have anyone on staff who is qualified to do this job and feels it would be a setback in the recycling program for the City. It was the consensus of Council that this letter be written. Councilmember Camfield returned to the Chambers. Street Development Permit. Mr Wheeler explained the permit from Robert Simons to gain access to three lots on Rosecrans Street between 1st and 2nd Streets. Councilmember Owsley made a motion that the Council approve the permit which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. Public Works. Mr Wheeler noted the letter from the Department of Labor and Industries commending the City for providing a safe work environment for employees at the Waste Water Treatment Facility and stating that the facility is one of the most outstanding treatment plant operations inspected by James S Sims, Safety Consultant. Mr Wheeler also noted an article from the "The Seattle Times" reporting on the problems of st Maries, Idaho, in complying with the unfunded mandates for Washington, D C, as well as the Port Townsend Annual Watershed Activity Report for 1993. Mr Wheeler reported that the paving at the Biosolids Treatment Facility was completed today. City Attorney. Mr McLerran reported that the Port Townsend Free Wheel Program will be suspended due to vandalism and problems with people taking the bicycles and throwing them into the bay or breaking them. Mr witten will write a letter for the next Council meeting. Mr McLerran also reported that Summit Communications has requested an extension of their cable television franchise. Mr Mclerran stated that the Communications Advisory Committee has given recommendations and then questioned if this Council wants to address this or should the new Council hold discussions after the first of the year. After discussion, the Councilmember Westerman will review the status of the recommendations with the Advisory Committee and Mayor Clise will discuss it at the Cabinet Meeting in the morning. Planning and Buildina. Mr Hildt confirmed that a phasing schedule for improvements as required in the findings and conclusions for the PUDA will be presented at the Rosewind PUD Public Hearing. Mr Hildt gave a report on a meeting that he and Mr Robison had attended on Regulatory Reform put on by the Association of Washington Cities, Counties and Planning Directors. COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION Councilmember Owsley recommended that changes be made in the Fire Department budget in accordance to a letter received from Chief Scott dated October 26,1993. Mr Grove confirmed that the changes will be made in the final Budget Adjustment Ordinance for 1993. A brief discussion of unfunded mandates as discussed in a report from the Association of Washington Cities ensued. Councilmember McCulloch reported that minutes from meetings of the Council, County Commissioners and Planning Commission and the Meetings, Meetings, Meetings calendar are now on Internet which I I I I I I MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 1, 1993, Cont. means that anybody who has a computer and modem and has joined the system can access them. Councilmember Camfield reported that the School District is also getting hooked up to the system. 1\ brief discussion ensued. Councilmember Wolpin suggested that Council packets be prepared for the Councilmembers elect so that they can be informed as to 1Nhat is coming up. Mr Grove confirmed that this can be done. Councilmember Wolpin questioned the status of the Madge Wallin fence variance. A brief discussion of the variance ensued.. Councilmember Westerman acknowledged a memorandum from Mr McLerran stating that several pending cases against the City will soon be dismissed. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Coun . that the meeting be adjourned at 9: Jones made a motion Attest: M~ Clerk-Treasurer MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF NOVEMBER 15, 1993 The city Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this Fifteenth day of November, 1993, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor John M Clise presidinq. 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~, City Attorney Dennis McLerran, Police Chief Jim Newton, Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt and Public Works Director Robert Wheeler. PROCLAMATION Mayor Clise proclaimed December 1,1993, as World AIDS day.. PUBLIC COMMENTS Franz Klitza was recognized and reminded Council of concerns for the conditions of Thomas Street between Hastings and 25th S1:reets. Woody Dennis was recognized and spoke of concerns about the sale of surplus property by the County, particularly tax lots #38 and #39 at the top of Umatilla and discussed a petition containing 99 signatures dated November 9, 1993, urging the City delay the sale or negotiate with the County to purchase the property for a park. Mayor Clise responded that he has sent a letter to the County Commissioners asking that that property as well as several other be held out of the auction in December. Councilmember Camfield reported that this will be discussed during Committee Reports later on the agenda. 455