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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF DECEMBER 19, 1989
The City council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular
session this Nineteenth day of December, 1989, in "the Council
Chambers of City Hall at 6:30 PM, Mayor Brent S. shirley presiding.
ROLL CALL
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Councilmembers present at roll call were Jean Camfield, Karen
Chang, John Clise, Vern Jones, Mike Kenna, Julie McCulloch and
Norma Owsley. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, City
Attorney Keith Harper, Public Works Director Ted stricklin,
Director of Planning and Building Michael Hildt, and Assistant
Planner Kevin O'Neill.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Kathryn Jenks was recognized and read a letter about requirements
for the protection of wet lands within the community dat:ed December
15, 1989, which was copied for the council in advance of the
meeting and listed on the consent agenda.
Earl Fisher was recognized and requested that 57th StrE!et be paved
because of the dust it generates in the summertime. He presented
the council with a map showing 77 families living in that immediate
area of 57th and Jackman. He suggested that the city consider
forming a Local Improvement District in his area.
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Andrew Thurston was recognized and commented on the wetlands in
town citing their advantage to the community. He requested that
sediment traps be installed in the storm drainage improvements
being planned to protect the wetlands and that the new Public Works
Director understand these effects.
Derk Lansdon was recognized and complained about the odor from the
present sewer treatment plant. He explained that the residents of
the North Beach area met and developed a list of questions which
he would like to ask after the presentation from the engineers
about the improvements to the plant. Mayor shirley explained that
he will open up the meeting following the presentation for question
from the audience.
PRIORITY ITEMS
storm Drainage Plans.
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Ed Rudloff was recognized and presented the plans for improvements
to the storm drainage system. He reported that ninety percent of
the review of plans and specifications has been completed by the
Public Works Director and a call for bids will be advE~rtised this
spring. The project will be broken down into three schedules: a)
Downtown work on washington street, Cleveland, Sheridan, and 16th
street (estimated cost = $1,000,000). b) Drainage into Hastings
Pond, Hastings Avenue, Discovery Road, and "F" Street (estimated
cost = $400,000). c) "W" Street to north lagoon (Chinese Gardens)
and 12th and Logan Street Area (estimated cost = $230,000).
Councilmember McCulloch asked for an explanation of the plans for
protection of the wetlands which he did. Councilmember Clise asked
if the other governmental agencies will review thesE~ plans for
environmental concerns and Mr. Rudloff explained that the city must
apply for a hydraulic permit. Councilmember Kenna expressed
concern that adequate protection for the wetlands be included in
the design of these system improvements. After a brief discussion,
Mayor Shirley opened up the meeting to the audience to receive
questions from the public. Kathryn Jenks was recogniZE!d and asked
who would clean the catch basins and how often maintenance is
required. Mr. Rudloff explained that it is impossiblE~ to predict
wi th any certainty how often the catch basins would need to be
cleaned, but city employees would need to monitor their operation
and develop a schedule based upon experience from location to
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location. Ms. Jenks asked if Mr. Rudloff is aware of the
restrictions on the easement for the north lagoon. Mr. Rudloff
indicated that he was aware of most of them. Ms. Jenks asked if
oil separators have been looked at for the entire system.
Francesca Knowles was recognized and asked if a shoreline permit
has been applied for here. It was explained that a shoreline
permit is not required for this project because no work will be
done within 200 feet of the shoreline except downtown.
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Secondary Sewer Treatment.
Gordon Nickelson was recognized and explained that schedule and
plans for improvements to the waste water treatment facilities in
the North Beach area. The city is waiting for the final grant
award from the Department of Ecology before proceeding into the
final stages of a call for bids on the new facilities. He
explained that although this is behind schedule, once the grant is
secured, adjustments can still be made to reach the deadline agreed
to by the Department of Ecology. The cost of construction is
estimated at $5. 7million and the grant sought is $3.3 million. Mr.
Nickelson presented the plans for the new facility addressing the
odor control precautions and noise insulation designed into the
system. He reviewed the changes to the plant which were made
specifically to serve the needs of Cape George. Mr. Nickelson
explained that the present plant has no provision for solids
handling and as a result they will cause odors until they are
removed which is done regularly. He reviewed plans for the use of
a masking agent as an interim step until the new plant is on line.
A question was posed from the audience as to whether moving the
plant to a new site would be less expensive and he explained that
this is the most economical site because all the piping in the city
goes to that location and there is a current outfall that
discharges there. Casey Trap was recognized and asked if current
growth patterns and projections from the planning department were
taken into account when it was decided to maintain the plant at
this site. Mr. Nichelson reviewed the history of the studies
briefly and it was indicated that they are on record with the city.
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Milton Foss was recognized and asked for the plans for disposal of
the sludge to be explained which was done. Mr. Foss then too this
occasion to express his opposition to the city's acceptance of
septage from Cape George. When the question was posed as to when
masking agents will begin to be used, Mr. stricklin explained that
the equipment came in this date and will be installed tomorrow.
A discussion ensued about the permits required and mitigating
measures which have been approved, storm drainage infiltration,
sludge disposal, health concerns because of the present emissions
from the treatment plant, and environmental concerns.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following items
on the Consent Agenda which was seconded by Councilmember Clise and
passed unanimously by voice vote.
Approval of the Minutes of December 4,1989, and December 5,1989,
as written without reading.
Setting Hearing:
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Conditional Use Permit No 8910-03 -Port of Port Townsend for
January 2, 1990
Approval of the following Bills and Claims:
Current Expense
street
Library Construction
$ 10,085.20
9,183.41
47,499.04
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Park
Emergency Medical services
Water-Sewer
Storm and Surface Water
Equipment Rental
Firemen's Pension and Relief
Total
1,199.39
13,908.32
24,743.92
2,452.51
5,272.97
24.45
$114,369.21
Adoption of Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO 89-98
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CI'I'Y
OF PORT TOWNSEND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING
ON A PETITION FOR VACATION OF A STREET.
Street Vacation Application No 8909-03 from Robert and Sally
McDole, et. at., on the proposed vacation of unopened McNeill
Street extending from 35th Street to 33rd Street will be reviewed
at a Public Hearing on January 16, 1990.
Approval of Side-Sewer Contractor's License for Shold Excavating.
Communications:
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A letter dated November 21, 1989, from William M Bennett pointing
out problems with storm drainage in the 300 block of Grant Street
was copied for Council and referred to the Street/Storm Drainage/
Light Committee.
A petition dated November 30, 1989, from Lisa Heinkel, including
fourteen other signatures, suggesting the city purchase 3 lots
adjacent to Bishop Park for park purposes was copied for Council
and referred to the Parks/Property Committee.
A letter dated December 1, 1989, from Claudia Nissley, Director,
Western Office of project Review, Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation, including a Memorandum of Agreement re>garding the
Port Townsend Public Library Expansion Project was copied for
Council.
A letter dated December 13, 1989, from Kevin O'Neill, Assistant
Planner, to Donald J Bales, Environmental Review Section,
Department of Ecology, thanking him for his commEmt on the
mitigated determination of non-significance for the ballasting
project proposed by the Port of Port Townsend which included a
letter from him was copied for Council.
A checklist, dated December 10, 1989, for a rezone application from
Philip C Hassrick for Lots 1 through 8, Block 283, Eisenbeis
Addi tion to the City of Port Townsend from R-IA to R-III was copied
for Council and referred to the Legislative/Environmental
Committee.
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A letter dated December 14, 1989, from Sperry and Li'ttle to the
City Council requesting that the Council remand Conditional Use
Application 8908-01 back to the City Planning Commission due to a
scaled down plan revision was copied for Council and referred to
the Public Hearing later on the agenda.
A memorandum from Dan Harpole, Chairman, Port Tmmsend Arts
Commission, requesting an additional $2,500 as part of their 1990
B~dget request was copied for Council on December 15, 1989, and
ref~rred to t~~ Finance Committee.
A let~rf q~teq D~cember 15,1989, from Kathryn Jenks, t:o ~he Mayor
and Co~nç~~ citipg the need for a Hydraulic Project ApPfqval from
the Department of Ecology, including a letter wri t,t~n to Ted
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Stricklin, Public Works Director from Tim R Rymer, Department of
Wildlife, Area Habitat Biologist, and inviting them to participate
in a walk around Chinese Gardens and other wetlands in the storm
drainage system on January 19, 1990, was copied for Council and
referred to the street/storm Drainage/Light Committee.
This concludes the Consent Agenda.
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RECESS
Mayor shirley declared a recess in the meeting at 8:07 PM.
meeting was reconvened at 8:15 PM.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
Conditional Use Permit Application 8908-01 -Sperry/Little. Mayor
Shirley explained that this hearing was continued from the city
council meeting on December 5, 1989. He explained that the
applicant has requested that this be remanded back to the Planning
commission. councilmember Jones made a motion to remand
Conditional Use Permit Application 8908-01 to the Port Townsend
Planning Commission which was seconded by Councilmember Clise and
passed unanimously by voice vote.
Conditional Use Permit Application 8910-01 -Cook, Shoreline
Substantial Development Permit Application SDP89-0019 -Cook.
Councilmember McCulloch left the chambers at this time announcing
that she has a conflict of interest in this application. Kevin
O'neill explained the application and the recommendation of the
Planning Commission. Mayor shirley opened the hearing to the
public. David McCulloch was recognized and spoke in favor of his
application. Mayor Shirley closed the hearing to the public and
turned to the Council for disposition. After a brief discussion,
Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council adopt the
following findings, conclusions and conditions and approve
Conditional Use Permit Application 8910-01 and the following
findings and conditions for Shoreline Substantial Development
Permit Application SDP89-0019 which was seconded by Councilmember
Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote.
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Findings:
1.
The applicant proposes a 1,200 square foot expansion on an
existing building located at 627-31 Water Street in the C-III
zoning district. Approximately 200 square feet of the
expansion will be an addition to the Elevated Ice Cream
Company, which currently occupies the building. Another 125
square feet would be an expansion of office space for Elevated
Ice Cream, while approximately 300 square feet of office space
would be added for use by two medical offices which are
current tenants of the building. One motel unit is proposed
for the second floor of the proposed addition. Some office
space within the existing building would be converted to
storage space; the net increase in leasable office space as
a result of the project would be approximately 80 square feet.
Motels and professional offices are permitted in the C-III
zone with a conditional use permit.
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2.
The subject building is currently one story and was built in
the 1870's. The building has approximately 3,200 square feet
of floor area which is currently used as commercial retail and
office space. The proposed expansion would add a second story
of approximately 590 square feet of floor area for the
proposed motel unit. The height of the proposed addition
would be 32 feet; the zoning code restricts building height
in the C-III zoning district to 50 feet (Section 17.20.010,
Port Townsend Municipal Code). The building is classified as
a secondary historical structure in the designation of the
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Port Townsend Historic District. The applicant has submitted
the proposed expansion plans to the Port Townsend Historic
Preservation commission for review.
3.
The subject property consists of portions of Lot:s 6 and 8,
Block 6, Original Townsite. The zoning to the east and
southeast of the subject property is P-I; thE! remaining
property surrounding the site is zoned C-III. A city-owned
parking lot is located to the east of the site¡ the other
property surrounding the subject property is dE~veloped as
retail commercial.
4.
The site plan submitted by the applicant shows 3 off-street
parking spaces located on the site for the proposedl expansion.
The off-street parking requirements for the proposed uses, as
provided in section 17.28.080 of the Port Townsend Municipal
Code, are as follows:
Use Area Requirement Required Spaces
Food Service 181 SF 1 space/200 SF 1
Office (medical) 303 SF 1 space/150 SF 2
Motel 1 unit 1 space/unit 1
TOTAL: 4
section 17.28.100 states that for uses within the Downtown
Parking District, the parking requirements in section
17.28.080 are reduced to seventy-five percent of the
requirements which would otherwise apply. This rE!duction, as
applied to the proposed expansion, would result in an off-
street parking requirement of 3 spaces. Section 17.28.100
further states that uses within the Downtown Parking District
which are established in a proposed building thi3 design of
which is found by the Historic Preservation CoJnmission to
contribute to the Port Townsend Historic District, the parking
requirements listed in section 17.28.080 are reducE~d to forty-
five percent of the requirements which would otherwise apply.
Such a reduction placed on the applicants' proposed building
would result in an off-street parking requirement of 2 spaces
for the proposed expansion.
5.
The City Council is currently considering an ordinance
amending the off-street parking and loading requirements as
established in chapters 17.28 and 17.32 of the Port Townsend
Municipal Code. The draft ordinance would exempt, off-street
parking requirements for building expansions in t~he Historic
District if the total number of spaces required by the
expansion is four or less.
6.
The subject property is within 200 feet of a shoreline of
statewide significance, and thus requires a shoreline
substantial development permit pursuant to thE~ Jefferson
County-Port Townsend Shoreline Management Master Program. The
applicant has applied for a shoreline development~ permit.
At its meeting of November 7, 1989,. the City Council issued
a Determination of Non-significance after review of the
environmental checklist submitted for the proposed project
pursuant to the washington State Environmental Policy Act.
7.
Conclusions:
1.
The proposed uses of the building will not endanger the public
health or safety, nor will a nuisance be created.
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2.
The proposed uses will be required to meet all of the
conditions and specifications set forth in the C-III zone in
which the property is located.
3.
The proposed uses will not be injurious or detrimental to the
adjoining or abutting property.
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4.
The location and character of the uses will be in harmony with
the area in which they are located and in general conformity
with the Comprehensive Plan.
In consideration of the aforementioned findings and conclusions,
the City Council grants the application as conditioned:
Conditions:
1.
The proposed use shall meet all of the required conditions and
specifications set forth in the C-III zoning district,
pursuant to the Port Townsend Municipal Code, or as hereafter
amended, prior to occupancy.
2.
The motel use of the subject building shall not exceed one
unit, unless there is express approval by amendment of the
condi tional use permit by the Board of Adjustment (City
Council).
3.
The proposed expansion shall meet all applicable requirements
of the Jefferson County - Port Townsend Shoreline Management
Master Program.
4.
It is understood that the Uniform Building Code and Uniform
Fire Code apply and must be met prior to occupancy.
If a building permit and/or occupancy permit is not obtained
for subject property wi thin one year from the date of the
board's decision, the conditional use permit shall be
cancelled and automatically become null and void (17.64.070,
Port Townsend Municipal Code).-
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5.
Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the council adopt the
following findings of fact and grant the Shoreline Substantial
Development Permit No. SDP89-0019 with the following conditions
which was seconded by Councilmember Clise and passed unanimously
by voice vote:
Findings:
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3.
The Jefferson-Port Townsend Shoreline Management Master
Program requires that a shoreline substantial development
permit be issued to the City of Port Townsend for development
of the proposal. The following sections of the Program apply
in the review of the proposal: 1.20, "Purposes"; 4 .105,
"Urban Designation"; 4.106. "Port Townsend Urban Waterfront
Special District"; 4.201, "primary Use"; 5.10. "Advertising";
5.50, "Commercial": 5.140, "Parking Facilities"; 5.150,
"Recreational Facilities."
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The proposal includes the expansion of two existing uses (ice
cream parlor and health care offices). The water-enjoyment
component of the existing development would be maintained and
enhanced.
The proposal also includes the development of a new use, the
single motel unit. The motel unit has been administratively
determined to be an overnight recreational development which
is a primary use in the urban shoreline designation.
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4.
The proposal site is wi thin the Port Townsend central business
district. It is zoned C-III in the Port Townsend Zoning Code.
Adjacent uses include a restaurant, a tavern, a parking lot,
a police station, and the Ruth Seavey Jackson Memorial
Sculpture. The Jackson Sculpture consists of a tidal clock
and a water viewing area.
5.
The water-enjoyment component of the existing and proposed
development compliments the public use of the adjacent Jackson
Memorial Sculpture on the shoreline.
6.
The proposal is compatible with the existing adjacent uses.
7.
Notice of the application was made by publishing lE~gal notices
in the November 1 and 8,1989, editions of the Port Townsend-
Jefferson County Leader, posting the site of the proposed
development with notices on November 13, 1989, and notifying
by mail immediately adjacent property owners.
The proposal has been reviewed according to the Washington
state Environmental Policy Act by the City of Port Townsend
as lead agency. The City has issued a determination of non-
significance for the proposal on November 7, 1989. The
determination states that the anticipated environmental
impacts were adequately addressed in the environmental
checklist and the preparation of an environmental impact
statement was not necessary.
8.
Conditions:
1.
In the event that on-site parking spaces are required by the
City of Port Townsend, a storm water management plan shall be
submitted to the City Public Works Department for review and
approval.
2.
As per Section 4.203, "Conditional Use," in the Jefferson-Port
Townsend Shoreline Management Master Program, any future
change in use from a primary use to a conditional use shall
be contingent upon issuance of a conditional use shoreline
permit by the City of Port Townsend.
3.
The courtyard area shall be maintained as an open space
amenity for the enjoyment of the ice cream parlor customers.
This condition may be subject to the requirements of the Port
Townsend Parking Ordinance.
Councilmember McCulloch returned to the chambers.
Variance Application 8910-02 -cunningham. Kevin O'Neill reviewed
the application and the recommendation of the Planning Commission.
Mayor Shirley opened the hearing to the public. Al Cunningham was
recognized and spoke in favor of his application. Scott: Walker was
recognized and explained that this street right-of-way çroes through
even though it is not open at the present time and ~.¡ould be an
excellent place to work out pedestrian travel. Mayor shirley
closed the hearing to the public and turned to the Council for
Disposition. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Clise made
a motion that the Council adopt the following findings and
conclusions and deny Variance Application 8910-02 which was
seconded by Councilmember Chang and passed by voice vote.
Councilmembers Owsley and Jones voted against the motion.
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Findings:
1.
The applicants recently purchased a single-family residence
at 1411 willow street. The property is located in the R-I
zoning district. The previous owner of the proper1:y had begun
construction of a 200 square-foot carport/deck, which the
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applicant states is approximately ~ö \p~~cent complete.
Because construction commenced without application for a
bui lding permit, the front yard setbacks required by the
zoning code (17.20.010, Port Townsend Municipal Code ) 'were not
checked, and the addition was built to within twelve feet of
the front property line on willow Street. Because the zoning
code requires front setbacks of twenty feet in the R-I zone,
a variance is being sought by the applicants to permit the
addi tion to remain where constructed .~, "
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2.
The subject property is located at the northwest corner of
Willow and N streets. The portion of Willow Street abutting
the subject property is open and developed, while the portion
of N street abutting the site is opened as a dirt road serving
the residence to the south of the subject property. The
portion of willow Street extending north of 0 street to the
north of the site is vacated. The property is described as
Lots 1 and 3, Block 34, pettygrove's First Addition. The
property dimensions are 100 feet by 100 feet, resulting in an
area of 10,000 square feet.
3.
The existing residence is constructed at an angle from Willow
Street, extending from the southeast corner to the northwest
corner of the property. The northeast corner of the building
is approximately 35 feet from willow street, while the
southeast corner of the building is 20 feet from willow
Street, as shown on the plot plan submitted by the applicant.
The southwest corner of the building is approximately 25 feet
from the side property line abutting N street. The addition
as constructed is 10 feet from N street, which is permitted
under the side setback requirements in section 17.20.010 of
the zoning code. The house and the addition appear to cover
approximately 1,200 square feet of the 10,000 square foot lot
for approximately 12 percent lot coverage.
The property is surrounded by single-family development.
Single-family residences are located adjacent to the north and
south of the subject property on the west side of Willow
Street, while two single-family residences are located to the
northeast of the subject property across Willow Street. These
residential buildings are all setback more than twenty feet
from Willow street.
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5.
The applicants state that the expansion would be buffered from
adjacent properties because the lot has a slight grade and
there are trees surrounding it. The applicants also state
that willow street is a "defacto cul de sac" since the portion
of the street to the south of the lot is undeveloped.
Conclusions:
1.
The proposed variance would not amount to a rezone nor
constitute change in the district boundaries shown on the
official zoning map.
2.
There are no special conditions or circumstances of the
subject property which do not result from the actions of the
applicant which are peculiar to the subject property and which
are not applicable to other lands in the district.
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3.
Although the applicants would suffer the expense of
reconstructing the addition if the variance is not granted,
such expense results from the failure of the previous owner
to make application for a building permit. Accordingly, a
literal interpretation of the provisions of the Port Townsend
Municipal Code would not deprive the property owner of the
rights commonly enjoyed by other properties similarly situated
in the district under Title 17 (Zoning).
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4.
The variance would, if granted, confer a special privilege to
the subject property that is denied to other lands in the same
district.
5.
The granting of the variance would be detrimental to the
public welfare and injurious to the property or improvements
in the vicinity and zone in which the property is situated.
6.
The reasons set forth in the above-referenced application do
not justify the granting of the variance, and the variance is
not the minimum variance that will make possible the
reasonable use of the land.
7.
Because the granting of the variance would not be in harmony
with the general purpose and intent of Title 17 (zoning) of
the Port Townsend Municipal Code, the City council denies the
above-referenced application.
ORDINANCE NO 2173
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO REVENUE AND FINANCE,
SETTING FEES FOR VARIOUS BUILDING AND LAND USE
APPLICATIONS, PERMITS AND SERVICES, ADDING A
NEW SECTION AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO 2050,
ORDINANCE NO 1625, SECTION 3.36.010 AND SECTION
17.60.020 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE.
Michael Hildt explained changes to the last draft of this
ordinance. Mayor Shirley then opened the hearing to the public.
There being no testimony offered, the hearing was closed to the
audience and the draft turned over to the council for disposition.
Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. After a brief discussion,
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 2173
which was seconded by Councilmember Chang and passed unanimously
by roll call vote.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that
the council issue a mitigated declaration of non-significance on
the environmental checklist on a 74 unit congregate care facility
at 12th and Hancock Street provided that the following mitigating
measures are taken which was seconded by councilmember Camfield and
passed unanimously by voice vote:
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4.
The proponent shall preserve the existing treE~S abutting
Rosecrans Street.
All exterior lighting shall be hooded to prevent glare to
adjacent properties.
The fire lane shown on the site plan on the northern edge of
the property shall be eliminated; instead, 12th Street shall
be developed between Rosecrans and Hancock Streets.
Hancock street shall be developed by the proponent from 9th
Street to 12th Street in accordance with the Port Townsend
ci ty Design standards. The sidewalk as shown on the si t.~ pla,n
on Hancock Street shall be extended to 9th Street.
Councilmember Kenna announced a committee meeting for 7:00 PM on
Tuesday, January 2,1990, in the Council Chambers prior to the next
regular meeting to discuss the environmental checklist submitted
by Phillip Hassrick.
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Street/Storm Drainage/Light. Councilmember Jones reported that the
committee reviewed the possibility of installing a four way stop
at the intersection of "F" and Cherry. Lighting for the
intersection of 19th and Discovery' was discussed and puget Power
is offering to install two street lights in the area. Mr.
stricklin reported that it is also recommended that rubber
reflective posts be installed to aid drivers in following the road.
He reported that the costs of the light would be sixty dollars.
Councilmember Jones made a motion that the improvements be made
which was seconded by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimously
by voice vote. A sample of the new foot path markers was shown to
the council which were cut by the high school wood shop.
Councilmember Jones reported on a problem with motion sensing
floodlights that people now have on their homes explaining that
some are blinding drivers as they pass by.
Li tter Control. councilmember Kenna asked if a representative from
Safeway stores can come to the next city council meeting to hear
their concerns about the litter being generated by their deli
operation. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Kenna suggested
that a representative from McDonalds should also be invited to
answer as to why they are not meeting the terms of their agreement.
Parking Improvement Adhoc Committee. Councilmember Clise reported
that the committee has met and agreed that they would like to get
the revised parking plan back to the council before the retreat and
presented the council with a third draft. He requested that it be
made available to the public and placed on the agenda for the next
council meeting.
Water and Sewer. Councilmember McCulloch reported that the
committee discussed the response from the Department of Ecology on
the industrial waste treatment agreement with New Day Fisheries and
indicated that they feel they have worked out an acceptable
agreement subject to a review by the City Attorney. Mr. Harper
indicated that he has already reviewed this document before and
made his recommendations. Mr. stricklin reported that those
changes have been incorporated in the draft presently before the
council. Mayor Shirley indicated that he would put it on the
agenda for January 2nd. Councilmember McCulloch reported that Bob
Leach from Public utility District No.1 met with the committee to
discuss realignment of the service area boundaries and additional
water for the Glenn Cove area. She indicated that the committee
has no recommendation in response to his request at this time. A
discussion was also held in the committee about the replacement of
spaghetti water lines in fully developed areas.
Pink House Adhoc Committee. Councilmember Camfield reported that
the survey of the Pink House has been completed, a verbal report
has been made to the committee, and as soon as a written report is
complete, the council will receive a copy.
Parks and Property. Councilmember Camfield reported that she
thinks the city should investigate the request for the purchase of
property near the Bishop Park for a neighborhood park because there
are no park facilities of this type ,on that side of town.
councilmember Camfield reported that the council has received an
estimate from the Public Works Director for the cost of
constructing a sidewalk in the area of Grant Street School. She
suggested that she take the estimates back to the Principal of
Grant Street School and see how he feels about the width and bring
it back to the next council meeting.
Councilmember Camfield asked about the striping of 19th. Mr.
stricklin indicated that the next time the contractor is in town
he will restrip 19th as requested.
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Photo Documentation of Elected Officials. Mayor shirley reported
that Paul Boyer will be in the Council Chamber on January 9th at
7:30 PM to photograph the existing city council for posterity.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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ORDINANCE NO 2175
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING AND PARKING AND
LOADING REQUIREMENTS; ESTABLISHING CHAPTE:R
17 . 30 , OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOAD I J<¡rG
REQUIREMENTS; ADDING NEW SECTIONS; AMENDING
SECTIONS 17.16.030, 17.08.365, 17.16.010,
17.20.010, 17.40.030, 17.40.040 AND 17.64. 04!:i;
AND REPEALING CHAPTERS 17.24,17.28 AND 17.32
OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE.
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Mayor Shirley reported that the Chamber of CommerCE! wanted an
opportunity to comment on the latest draft; he called for their
response but no one was present. Sheila Westerman was recognized
and asked for an explanation of some sections of the ordinance.
Mr. Hildt responded to her request. A council discussion ensued
about the inclusion of the uptown area as well. Councilmember
Owsley made a motion that the draft be changed to include the
commercial zones in the uptown historic district as well as the
downtown parking district which was seconded by Councilmember
Camfield and passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Chang
pointed out three wording errors on pages 6, 7, and 8 ()f the draft
which were changed by consensus. 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 McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice
vote. Mr Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember
Jones made a motion that the ordinance be tabled until the next
meeting which was seconded by Councilmember Kenna and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
ORDINANCE NO 2172
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $5,300
TO THE CURRENT EXPENSE FUND AND $7,500 TO THE
WATER-SEWER FUND, MAKING FINDINGS, AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Mr. Grove read the ordinance by title which constituted. the second
reading. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the second reading
be considered the third 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
Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2172
which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously
by roll call vote.
ORDINANCE NO 2174
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AN ORDINANCE FIXING AND ADOPTING THE 1990
BUDGET FOR THE GENERAL CITY GOVERNMENT, THE
WATER-SEWER UTILITIES, THE STORM AND SURFACE
WATER UTILITY, AND BOND REDEMPTION FUNDS.
Mayor shirley recommended that $6,800 be reappropriated from
overtime to salaries and wages in the Planning and Building Depart
to provide for a salary increase to the Director. Mr. Grove
explained additional changes in Equipment Rental and Current
Expense r-evenue which were in response to changes votE:!d on by the
council !~'other sections. He explained that the Library Board has
secured a grant from the state which was not reflected in the
preliminary Budget in the am~ of $10,000 which neE!ds to be in
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the final document. A discussion ensued on including an additional
budget for $38,000 to be spent from the Community Development Block
Grant Fund. Councilmember Kenna made a motion to approve the
proposed changes listed above as well as a budget of $38,000 for
the Community Development Block Grant Fund which was seconded by
Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. 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 Clise
and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr Grove again read the
ordinance by title. After a brief discussion, Councilmember
Camfield made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2174
which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed
unanimously by roll call vote.
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Sewer Connection Ordinance. Mayor Shirley announced that he would
like to refer this back to the Water-Sewer Committee.
NEW BUSINESS
Final Plat for Bay Vista Condominiums. Kevin O'Neill explained
that the Planning Commission has approved the final plat for the
Bay vista Condominiums and explained the restrictive covenants and
indicated that the city Attorney is recommending certain
conditions. Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the council
adopt the following findings, conclusions, and conditions and
approve the final plat for the Bay vista Condominiums which was
seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
Findings:
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On January 7, 1986, the Port Townsend City Council approved
Subdivision Application 485-03 for preliminary plat approval
of a condominium project to be located on Lots 1-4, Block 17,
Hastings Addition. The Council also approved a shoreline
substantial development permit and conditional use permit for
the project. Application for subdivision was made pursuant
to section 18.44.020 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code,
which states that "All condominium projects will be filed as
a subdivision in accordance with the provisions contained
herein. . . II .
2.
On September 6, 1988, the City Council granted a second
conditional use permit for the proposed condominium project,
since the original permit had expired. One of the conditions
of approval in the conditional use permit was that a final
plat for the project be submitted no later than January 7,
1989. On May 16, 1989, the Council granted an extension of
this date to January 7, 1990, pursuant to RCW 58.17.140.
3.
The applicant has submitted a final plat for the proposed
condominium, pursuant to Chapter 18.28, Port Townsend
Municipal Code. The submittal consists of a final plat
document, a grading and utility plan, and a set of covenants,
conditions, and restrictions (CCR). The CCR for a condominium
are required under the Horizont~l Property Regimes Act (RCW
64.32).
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The City Council incluqeq seVefql conditions to the shoreline
substantial development perm~t qqq the conditional use permit
for the above-referenc~d prqject relating to the final plat
and.the CCR. These cpnditiops include the establishment of
a condominium owners association; provisions in the CCR
regarding maintenance and repair of landscaping, public access
sigps, and parking areas; requirements for ground-related
lighting to be operated by the owners association; an
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agreement by the association to participate in thE! cost of a
center turn lane to serve the property; the presE:rvation of
a public pedestrian easement across the tidelands adjacent to
the site; a prohibition against the storage of boats,
trailers, and recreational vehicles on the property; and a
"Notice to Potential Purchasers" stating that the project is
located in a commercial zone and abuts commercial uses. These
provisions are included in the CCR submitted by the applicant.
5.
Public Works Director Ted stricklin has reviewed the final
plat document and the grading and utility plan. In a
memorandum dated November 30, 1989, to the Planning
Commission, the Public Works Director stated that t:he grading
and utility plan was acceptable.
The Planning Commission considered the final plat documents
submitted by the applicant at their November 30 business
meeting. The Commission continued their considerat:ion of the
plat to their December 14 business meeting and asked the
applicant to amend the plat document to brinq it into
conformance with Title 18 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code
and RCW 64.32.
Conclusions:
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The final plat documents and CCR submitted by the applicant
are in conformance with the conditions previously slttached to
the shoreline substantial development permit and conditional
use permit approved by City Council for the proposed project
The final plat meets the purposes, standards and criteria of
Chapters 18.28 and 18.32 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code,
and the City Council approves the plat as conditioned.
2.
Conditions:
1.
The applicant shall comply with RCW 64.32 and, in particular,
shall record with the Jefferson County Auditor prior to any
transfer, conveyance or sale of any unit, or contract to
transfer, conveyor sale of any unit, "as-built" plans as
required by RCW 64.32.100, as now or hereafter amended,
accurately depicting all detail set forth in that section.
2.
with the final plat, the applicant shall record with the
Jefferson County Auditor a declaration with covenants,
conditions and restrictions which shall (a) include all
applicable conditions set forth in the shoreline substantial
development permit, conditional use permit, variance, and
subdivision approvals; (b) include all provisions required by
RCW 64.32 and Title 18 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code,
and (c) be first approved by the City Attorney.
Bid Opening. Mr. Grove opened and read aloud the follo~7ing bid to
supply the city with a loader:
SMITH TRACTOR AND EQUIPMENT
$50,881.60
Mr. Stricklin reported that this was below his estimate.
counci lmember Kenna made a motion to accept the bid which was
seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
ORDINANCE NO 2176
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO A PRIOR STREE,]~
VACATION, AMENDING ORDINANCE 1672 TO ESTABLISH
THE LOCATION OF A CERTAIN EASEMENT IN VACATED
MORRISON STREET.
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Mr. Hildt explained the need for the ordinance. 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 Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr.
Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Camfield
made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2176 which was seconded by
Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by roll call vote.
COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
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A discussion ensued on future uses of Hotel-Motel Transient Tax and
the possibility of the city taking over responsibility for the
Redman Cemetery.
councilmember Camfield suggested that the other councilmembers take
a look at the tree near the corner of Tyler and Franklin which Mr.
Bounds is complaining about. She explained that Parks Department
staff visited the site and suggested that Mr. Bounds move his
sprinkler system rather that be allowed to remove the tree.
Thanks were expressed to Karen Chang as she now completes her term
as a City Councilmember.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Shirley announced an Executive Session at 11:13 PM to discuss
real estate acquisition and union negotiations including David
Grove, Keith Harper, Michael Hildt and Ted Stricklin. The meeting
was reconvened at 11:36 PM.
ADJOURNMENT
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There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting
adjourned at 11:36 PM.
Mayor
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JANUARY 2, 1990
The pi ty ~ouncil of the City of Port Townsend met in
~~::~~~s t~~s c~~CyO~d l~ay of January, 1990,. at 7: 30 PM in the
a , Mayor Brent S. Shlrley presiding.
OATH OF OFFICE
regular
Council
The C~ty Clerk, David Grove, administered the
Councllmembers Jean Camfield, Vern Jones Norma oath of office to
Westerman. ' Owsley, and Sheila
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ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at II II
Vern Jones, Mike Kenna J:~ie ~~CUI~er~ J~an Camfield, John Clise,
Westerman. Also pres~nt were Cle k~~' orma Ows~ey, and Sheila
Attorney Reith H . r reasurer Davld Grove, City
. arper, PubllC Works Director T d st. .
Dlrector of Planning and Buildin M' h . e rlcklln,
Planner Kevin O'Neill. g lC ael Hlldt, and Assistant