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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/20/1982 388 __~INUTES OF_THE REGULAR SESSIq~---2~_-!ULY 6, 1982, Cont. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council issued a pre- liminary declaration of non-significance on the checklist submitted by Gregg C. Knowles on the rezone from R-l to R-IA of certain property in the North Beach area which was seconded by CouncilmeTI~er Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. Water/Sewer/Street. Councilmember Kenna reported efforts of the committee are continuing regarding problems foreseen about the Harrison Street Ferry site. OLD BUSINESS I Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Hotel Requirements. Mr. Grove explained that the change requested by Councilmember Imislund at the last council meeting has been prepared by the City Attorney and needs to be considered in a public hearing before both the Planning Commission and City Council before it can become law. Mayor Pro Tern Judy referred it to the Planning Commission for a hearing and recommendation. RESOLUTION NO. 82-17 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERLOCAL JAIL CONTRACT CduncilfuemberIrnislund made amötion to adopt Resolution No. 82-17 which was seconded by Councilmember Parker and passed unanimously by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS Public Hearings. Councilmember Ciprioti made a motion to conduct public hearings on August 3, 1982, on Street Vacation Applications No. 582-01 - Robinson and No. 682-04 Bailey, and Conditional Use Permit Application No. 682-03 - Peninsula Christian Fellowship which was seconded by Councilmember Kenna and passed unanimously by voice vote. I ADJOURNEMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:33 P.M. -- ATTEST: M~ City Clerk MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 20, 1982 I The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 20th day of July, 1982, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Barney McClure presiding. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Joseph Ciprioti, Janis Hunt, Frieda Imislund, Dale Judy, Mike Kenna and James Parker. Also present were City Engineer Roger French, City Attorney Glenn Abraham, and City Clerk-Treasurer David Grove. n89 HINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY.-2_0_,_1.9_82_c.on:L MINUTES I Councilmember Irnislund noted John Merry rather than John Murray wrote the letter dated June 23, 1982, referred to on page 386. Councilmember Judy made a motion to approve the minutes of July 6, 1982, as corrected and to dispense with the reading of them which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims were presented for payment: Current Expense Street Library Park Arterial Street Hotel/Motel Transient Tax Library ServicesjConst. Act Grant Emergency Medical Services Federal Shared Reveune Equipment Rental Payroll 3,347.70 8,034.88 65.68 2 7 6 . 2 5, 456.50 1,389.88 16.15 853.63 4.15 12,874.27 722.69 Councilmember Judy made a motion that the bills and claims be paid from the proper funds which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously b~ voice vote. COMMUNICATIONS I An amendment dated June 23, 1982, to the earnest money agreement between the Kah Tai Care Center and Public Utility District No.1 was copied for the Council extending the time limit for closing the sale of land in Block 24 of the Railroad Addition. The Council received a letter dated June 28, 1982, from Mayor Daryl Brennick, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Snohomish County Public Transportation Benefit Area Corporation requesting that the City write a letter urging the Washington State Transporta- tion commi$$ion to review their policy on "Cross Sound Passenger Only Ferries" to allow passenger only ferry service between Edmonds and Port Townsend. Mayor ~cClure reported that he phoned on this and the Transportation Commission said no. A letter dated June30, 1982, from A.H. Studebaker from the Navy to Paul Bourgualt of the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commis- sion was copied for the Council outlining their desir'9s regarding water service to Fort Flagler and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Laboratory. A response dated July 7, 1982, from Roger French was also copied for the Council indicating the City will be prepared to discuss contracts when the water resource plan is updated. I The Council received a letter dated July 8, 1982, from Carol Baird requesting that the City pay her for accrued vacation because she 'understood it to be one of the benefits of the position, did not voluntarily quit, and the payment would not come from City funds. Mayor McClure asked Beverly Lamb to clarify the original commitment' which she did indicating it started out as seven months and later evolved to eleven months. A letter dated July 13, 1982, from Beverly Lamb was copied for the Council urging them to authorize payment of vacation pay to Carol Baird because she was underpaid for her qualifications while working which allowed the Planning Project to be completed under bugget. Councilmernber Hunt reported that the Finance Committe'9 is recommend- ing against the payment because it would be a greater benefit than is offered in the union contract. After a brief discussion no motion was made contrary to the recommendation. 390 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SES~~Q~.9l'_JU_LY -~OJ__J:9_8)___ÇQnt---"- --- ---.-----------.-.-----,--- .------------ The Council received a letter dated July 12, 1982, from Jack Westerman III, Jefferson County Assessor, reporting that a property parcel will loose $467.13 in property taxes each year as a result of the Open Space "Timber" Classification for the John J. Sudlow Trust reminding the Council that any reduction to one property shifts the the burden of those taxes to the other taxpayers in the City. A brief discussion ensued on the reasons for this designation. The Council received a letter dated July 14,1982, from Dave Flodstrom of the Tourism Committee for the Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce regarding a special event to commemorate the reopening of the Hood Cartal Bridge, and seeking the City's participation. Mayor McClure indicated he will be participating in this. I A letter dated July 15, 1982, from Frank W. Frisk Jr. to David Latta was copied for the Council reporting that the Federal Energy Regula- tory Commission has granted the Jefferson County Public Utility District a preliminary permit on the Hydro Project and described the appeal process and items to consider. The commission ruling was also copied for the Council on July 19,1982. Mayor McClure asked for the Council to authorize an appeal indicating the cost of the appeal will be up to $1,500. After a brief dicusssion, Councilmember Kenna made a motion to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,500 for the appeal which was seconded by Councilmember Judy and passed unanimously by voice vote. A conference announcement dated July 16, 1982, was copied for the Council on the "Hazardous Materials Good Samaritan Law" which will be held on August 18, 1982 at Tukwila, Washington. The Council received a letter dated July 19, 1982, from Mayor McClure requesting that a council committee study and recommend a policy for moorage at the City Dock. Mayor McClure asked for a committee to volunteer..This was referred"to.the Parks/Property/ Preservation Committee. I The Council received a letter dated July 20, 1982, from Barbara S. Donovan in support of Rezone Request #682-01 from Mr. Knowles because agricultural use of the property in the North Beach area is productive and beneficial to the community. Mayor McClure referred this to the future hearing. An Environmental Checklist dated July 20, 1982 from the Catholic Church was copied for the Council on the proposed construction of~4;500'square feet of religious education class rooms. Mayor McClure referred this the the Legislative/Environmental Committee. A letter dated July 12, 1982, from John Bailey was copied for the Council indicating he would like to withdraw his application for a street vacation of 32nd Street between Howard Street and Eddy Street. Mr. Abraham explained that this ban be done because the action is administrative rather that quasi-judicial. ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Kenna made a motion to approve the appointments of Thelma Scudi to the Arts Commission and Mark Welch to the Park Board which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. I Mayor McClure reported on his efforts in behalf of the City to protect our rights to protection of our water supply from contamina- tion from forest practices in the watershed. He indicated that some of our concerns have now been addressed by the Department of Natural Resources. Mayor McClure reported that the Street Committee and the rest of the Council have received a copy of the plans for the street signing for the new ferry terminal. Mayor McClure reported on the Federal Emergency Management Plans regarding the City and indicated that the Jefferson County Commissioners 391 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 20, 1982 Coni:. I I I have withheld their endorsement of the plan until the City has had an opportunity to assess the proposal. COMMITTEE REPORTS Parks/Property/Preservation. Councilmember Imislund reported that Committee has met with the Chairman of the Park Board and represent- atives from the Port of Port Townsend to consider a lease of Port property north of Sims Way adjacent to the Kah Tai Lagoon. She indicated that acceptance of this lease would effect the perimeter park and a grant application to the Interagency Commi 1:tee for Outdoor Recreation. The deadline for letters of intent is July 31, 1982, on the grant application and she recommended that the Council take action at this meeting. RESOLUTION NO. 82-19 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE PORT OF PORT TOWNSEND FOR PARK PURPOSES Councilmember Imislund made a motion to approve Resolution No. 82-19 which failed at this time for lack of a second. After a brief discussion, Park Board Chairman Robert Morris was recognized and explained that plans for a park around the perime1:er of the lagoon will not include this property, it will have a long term effect on the perimeter park. It would make the application more attractive. Councilmember Ciprioti expressed concern for the provision that the Port receive use of 10th Street and San Juan for long term boat storage. Ed Hawley, Street/Sewer Superintendent, was recognized and explained that this would involve only temporary use of the right of way and would not involve vacatinq the streets. Mr. George Yount was recognized and explained that this is considered a trade-off and would still allow access for the City to the pump station located there. Mr. Abraham explained that a street lease would be required which must be adopted by ordinance and should be considered seperately from this lease of property for park purposes. Mr. Yount explained that the sublease of the street right of way w:tll be at half the cost of their regular leases because no power will be available to the site. Councilmember Hunt expressed concern that the cost of liability insurance will increase with the acquisition of this land for a park. Mr. Yount explained that it would depend on the level of development. Mr. stacey Thompson, member of the Port Commission was recognized and explained that both entities would benefit from this lease. He indicated that the port will be expanded in the future and a park at this location will enhance their ability to attract additional boaters. He explained that Section 21 of the lease requirements allowing for cancellation by the Port with 180 days notice has been eliminated in recent action by the Port Commission. Councilmember Kenna asked Mr. Abraham to what extent he has been involved in the preparation of this lease. Mr. Abraham indicated that he did not participate in its preparation. Ms. Lois Flury was recognized and spoke in favor of the lease. She indicated that the Park Board is unanimoulsy in favor of the lease with the deletion of Section 21 which they explained to the Port Commission would make development impossible. She explained that her experience has been such that insurance companies do riot increase the premium for policies when additional coverage is required. She indicated that no plans for this property would be included in the proposed perimeter park. A discussion ensued on possible uses of this land. Mr. Abraham offered to prepare the street lease. Councilmember Imislund madE~ a motion to accept the lease proposed by the Port of Port Townsend with Sections 21 and 41 deleted which was seconded by Councilmember Judy. Mr. Grove asked for clarification of the motion authorizing the Mayor to sign the lease with those deletions. This was concurred by Councilmember Imislund and Judy. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council issue proposed negative declarations on the following Environmental Checklists: Port of Port Townsend Seaplane Float 392 ~INJ:J_'!'~S~ OF_THE g~gIJJ;.!\R ê~SS1=()N~()F_~Jg~J- 20-,- 19f3.2 Con,t,._,- -~_u_- - ..---------- -- . ,-- ~-~---- -~~------ ----- -- ---,--- proposal, Key City Players Building expansion, and Donovan and Stroeder Rezone Request. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Judy and passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Kenna reported that the checklist submitted by Lakeside Industries has been withdrawn. 'cF1i.nance Committee. Councilmember Hunt reported that the committee voted to deny the request for contribution to the printing of the poster and map of Port Townsend from John Merry, endorsed the recommendation of the City Clerk-Treasurer and accepted the banking services proposal of Seattle First National Bank, and are studying the possibility of levying the second ~ç sales tax. She reported that the committee sought a second opinion on the condition of the Marine Park Community Building and a representative of American Consbruction indicated that the supports for the floor are in need of work as well as the pilings and the total bill could run as high as thirty thousand dollars. They recommended that the building be moved rather that repairing the pilings. A discussion ensued on moving the building vs. replacing the pilings and floor joists. Mayor McClure referred this to the Park Board for a recommendation. I Fire/Light/Sanitation. Councilmember Ciprioti reported that in fiis opinion street lights:'should bè installed at the corner of San Juan and Lopez Ave. and at the corner of San Juan and West U Street. He made a motion to that effect,was seconded by Councilmember Judy and passed unanimously be voice vote. Water/Sewer/Street. Mayor McClure reported that the committee has met with the group of consultants and he has had an ordinance prepared which would establish the position of Public Works Director. Councilmember Hunt asked for the plans to finance this position. Mayor McClure explained that no other' positions would be eliminated in order to establish this position. He indicated that new funds would be generated to pay the salary and related costs by raising water and sewer rates. He indicated that other budgets which are effected will be called upon to participate in the cost. Council- member Hunt indicated that she felt five years experience is too little to require. Mayor McClure indicated that it was only considered a minimum, but he hoped to attract someone with much more experience. A brief discussion ensued about whether this is the best time to consider creating a new position. I ORDINANCE NO. 1922 AN ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS. The ordinance was read by title. Councilmember Judy made a motion that the first, reading be considered the second and the third be by title only. There was no second,to the motion. Council- member Hunt made a motion to table discussion of this ordinance until the next council meeting which was seconded by Councilmember Parker and passed unanimously by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. 82-18 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY CONCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND DECLARING ITS INTENT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JEFFERSON COUNTY PLAN FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH JEFFERSON COUNTY IN THE PREPARATION OF THE REVISION AND UPDATING OF THE SOLID WASTE PLAN, UNDER ALTERNATIVE NO.3. I Mayor McClure read the resolution in full. He explained that the County is applying for a grant and needs documentation of this action to receive the grant. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Kenna made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 82-18 which was seconded by Councilmember Ciprioti and passed unanimously by vòice vote. 39:3 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 20, 1982 Cont. ,.1. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor McClure declared the meeting adjourned at 9:59 P.M. I ~ YOR ATTEST: ß~~ City Clerk MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 3, 1982 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 3rd day of August, 1982, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Barney McClure presiding. ROLL CALL I Councilmembers present at roll call were Janis Hunt, Frieda Imislund Dale Judy, James Parker, and Brent Shirley. 'A1lso prE!sent were City Engineer Roger French,City Attorney,G<lenn Abraham, and City Clerk-Treasurer David Grove. Councilmember Joseph Ciprioti arrived later in the meeting. MINUTES Councilmember Judy made a motion to approve the minut:es of July 20, 1982, as written and to dispense with the reading of them which was seconded by Councilmember Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims were presented for payment: I Current Expense Street Library Park Payroll Library Services/Const. Act Grant Emergency Medical Services Federal Shared Revenue Water/Sewer Equipment Rental Firemen's Pension and Relief 153.99 644.1B 16.4B 9,847.73 1,058.75 1,275.41 40,282.87 5,262.5B 3,411.96 961. 41 29,776.19 Councilmember Judy made a motion that the bills and claims be paid from the proper funds which was seconded by CouncilmE!mber Hunt and passed unanimously by voiqe vote. COMMUNICATIONS The Council received a letter dated July 23, 1982, from Keith Eggen, State Aid Engineer for the Department of Transportation, to Mayor McClure reporting that the state will return a portion of SR 20 to the City.