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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JUNE 5, 1990, Cont.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Shirley recessed the meeting into Executive Session at 11:25
PM to discuss pending legislation including Keith Harper, David
Grove and Michael Hildt. The meeting was reconvened at 12: 15 ~~M.
ADJOURNMENT
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There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting
adjourned at 12:15 1M.
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Clerk-Treasurer
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JUNE 19, 1990
The city council of the city of Port Townsend met in regular
session this Nineteenth day of June, 1990, at 7: 30 PM in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent S shirley presiding.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present at Roll Call were Jean Camfield, John Clise,
Vern Jones, Michael Kenna, Julie McCulloch, Norma Owsley and Sheila
Westerman. Also present were Clerk-Treasurer David Grove, City
Attorney Keith Harper and Director of Planning and Building Michael
Hildt.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Larry Browning, Fred Brown, Mary Norwood, Harry Holloway, Ellen
Wood, Bud O'Meara, Betty Pedersen, Jeff Pedersen, Bo Sullivan,
Shirley Page, Tim Hartzell, Shirley Rudolph and shirley Browninq
were all recognized individually and spoke against Ordinance 2192
and for its repeal.
Doug Lamy, Mark Saran, Marsha Rasmussen, Sean Lappateto , FranJ¡~
D'Amore, Kathryn Jenks, Carol Hasse, Dawn Rachel, Bob Rickert, and
Ellen Falconer were all recognized individually and spoke in favor
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Dave Robison and Rick Sepler, City Planners, were introduced as new
employees of the city.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Jones made a motion to approve the following items
on the Consent Agenda with a change from PM to ~ on the time of
adjournment for the June 5, 1990, meeting which was seconded by
Councilmember owsley and passed unanimously by voice vote.
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Approval of the Minutes for May 25, 1990, and June 5, 1990, as
written without 'reading.
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Approval of the following Bills ,and Claims:'"
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Current Expense
Street
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23,102.24
6,741.73
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JUNE 19, 1990, Cont.
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Library Renovation and Construction
Park
Hotel/Motel
Emergency Medical Services
Water-Sewer
Storm and Surface Water
Equipment Rental
Firemen's Pension and Relief
Total
3,031. 34
1,218.39
163,636.66
1,622.63
24, 73~¡. 77
380.05
106, 44~~. 62
397.76
$ 331,309.19
Setting of Hearings:
Conditional Use Permit Application No 9005-05 -Pacific Oil
Conditional Use Permit Application No 9005-06 -city of Port
Townsend
Both for July 3, 1990
Street Vacation Application No 9005-02 -Aaron/Hillary Carver
Street Vacation Application No 9005-03 -Isabel F Hamilton
Both for July 17,1990
Approval of Appointments:
Mike Graves as a Side Sewer Contractor
Michael Kenna, Jean Camf ield, Vern Jones, Ron Kosec, Lois
Sherwood, and Sally McDole to the Joint Waterfront Planning
Committee.
Adoption of Resolutions:
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RESOLUTION NO 90-53
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CI'I'Y
OF PORT TOWNSEND AUTHOR I ZING AN ADDENDUM TO THE
LABOR AGREEMENT WITH TEAMSTERS LOCAL NO 589.
The Mayor is authorized to execute the annexed }~DDENDUM TO
AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AND TEAMSTERS LOCAL 589
modifying the wording of Article 9, section 4 to remove the
qualification "assigned to city Hall" and replace it wit:h "assigned
to a seven (7) hour shift".
RESOLUTION NO 90-54
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CI'I'Y
OF PORT TOWNSEND DECLARING VEHICLES SURPLUS.
The following vehicles are here and hereby found and declared to
be surplus:
1963 GMC 4000 oil Tank Truck
1983 Plymouth Reliant
1972 Mobil Sweeper
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RESOLUTION NO 90-55
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.
A Public Hearing on street Vacation Application No 9005-02 from
Aaron and Hillary Carver on the proposed vacation of the portion
of V Street extending west from Spruce Street to be held on July
17, 1990.
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RESOLUTION NO 90-56
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING
ON A PETITION FOR VACATION OF A STREET.
A Public Hearing on Street Vacation Application No 9005-03 from
Isabel and Michael Hamilton on the alley proposed vacation of the
portion of an alley extending east to west located in Block 24 of
Hastings Third Addition to be held on July 17, 1990.
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Communications:
A letter dated June 1,1990, from Thomas J Majhan, including copies
of the survey and plat map of Towne Point II was copied for Council
and referred to Towne Point II Plans later on the agenda.
A letter dated June 1,1990, from Harold B Skinner urging soundness
of judgement for so called economic growth to be balanced against
the preservation of the character and fabric of the Historic
District was copied for Council and referred to the Legislative/
Environmental Committee.
An Environmental Checklist dated June 2, 1990, from William E
Sperry to build a metal building, 60x120x14 to be utilized for
storage, woodworking and boat repair on Port property was copied
for council and referred to the Legislative/Environmental
Committee.
A Proposed Preliminary Environmental Survey of Chinese Gardens by
Dixie Llewellin, project Coordinator, Port Townsend Marine Science
Center dated June 1990 was copied for Council.
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A letter dated June 6,1990, from David M Pierce, PE, peratarovich,
Nottingham and Drage, Inc, to Michael Hildt, summarizing the
recommended use for City Dock until repairs and/or reconstruction
can be completed was copied for Council.
A memorandum dated June 8, 1990, from Lois Smith, Director,
Juvenile & Family Court Services, relaying concerns of Mrs Edna
Lovano that efforts to purchase property for Bishop Park did not
seem equitable in assuring future green spaces versus present
recreational spaces for Port Townsend Water Street Youth and their
skateboards was copied for Council and referred to the Parks/
Property Committee.
A letter dated June 10, 1990, from Roy J Bergstrom opposing
Ordinance No 2192 and in favor of the condominium was copied for
Council and referred to the Legislative/Environmental Committee.
A letter dated June 11, 1990, from cynthia Rosenblum requesting
that the city pay for the removal of a large willow tree which is
dead and now leaning at a 45 degree angle and blocking access to
Fir Street (estimate for $150.00 enclosed) was copied for Council
and referred to the Street/Storm Drainage/Light Committee.
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A letter dated June 11, 1990, from Mark Johnson, President,
Nordland construction, to Mayor shirley, enclosing questions and
June 8,1990, memorandum, opposing Ordinance 2192 and seeking its
repeal was copied for Council and referred to the Legislative/
Environmental Committee.
A letter from Ann Wendland, voicing her opposition to the erection
of a five story condominium on the Thomas Oil Company site was
copied for Council on June 11, 1990, and referred to the
Legislative/Environmental Committee.
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A letter dated June 11, 1990, from Samuel R and Patti Kyle,owners
of the Mount Baker Block Building, voicing opposition 1:0 the fi ve-
story condominium on the Thomas Oil site and in support of a bond
issue to purchase the property for a waterfront park was copied for
council and referred to the Legislative/Environmental Committee.
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A letter dated June 12, 1990, from Thomas J Majhan to Keith C
Harper citing two parking spaces recently painted on Washington
Street near Haller Fountain that are too close to a crosswalk was
copied for Council and referred to the Street/storm Drainage/Light
Committee.
A letter dated June 12, 1990, from William M and sylvia K Thomas
stating their opposition to Ordinance No 2192 was copied for
Council.
An Environmental Checklist dated June 13, 1990, from Gary D and
Mary F Kaiser to construct a commercial building with up to 6,000
square feet of retail space between 702 and 720 Water Street was
copied for Council and referred to the Legislati ve/EIwironmental
Committee.
A letter from Patti Sullivan citing Ordinance No 2192 as the latest
breach of faith between the Council and the citizens and accusing
the Council of untruthfulness was copied for Council.
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A suggestion from Josephine Black that the City Council put through
height restrictions applicable to condominiums, houses and any
other possible construction, not allow the proposed condominium to
be built and purchase the property for a park was copied for
Council on June 14, 1990, and referred to the Legislative/
Environmental Committee.
A suggestion from Ethan Cochrane to block the construction of the
condominiums at the oil refinery site as detracting from the image
of our town was copied for Council on June 15, 1990, and referred
to the Legislative/Environmental committee.
A letter from Lois A Black in favor of the Condominium project was
copied for Council on June 15, 1990, and referred to the
Legislative/Environmental Committee
A letter from Roberta Riddle in favor of Ordinance No 2192 was
copied for Council on June 15, 1990.
This concludes the Consent Agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
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seaview Sewer LID # 1 Bid Award. Michael Anderson, Branch Manager,
Northwestern Territories, Inc, reported on a review of the
qualifications of the low bidder and recommended that the bid be
awarded to Inline construction, Inc of Seattle. Ccluncilmember
Camfield made a motion that Inline Construction, Inc be awarded the
contract for the Seaview Sewer LID #1 which was seconded by
Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Towne Point II Plans. Jack Hensel explained that all that is
needed for development now is final approval by the City Council,
ci ty Clerk and City Engineer. After discussion, Councilmember
Westerman made a mottQp that the Council approve the plan subject
to approval by the City Attorney which was seconded by
Councilmember camfiel~ and passed unanimously by voice! vote.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
six Year Transportation Improvement Plan. Mayor ShirlE~y explained
that the plan has been devised by the Jefferson County Department
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of Public Works in conjunction with the City Street Crew in the
absence of a City Public Works Director. Mayor Shirley opened the
hearing to the Public. Steve Hayden, City Parks Board, was
recognized and requested that the Park Board be involved in the
planning for work to be done on Kearney Street by Kah Tai Lagoon
Park. Lois Black was recognized and requested a culvert on Monroe
Street to keep water from washing from the street into her yard.
Scott Walker was recognized and requested bicycle, pedestrian and
equestrian pathways be constructed with moneys from the Motor
Vehicle Excise Tax in a dedicated fund. Bud O'Meara was recognized
and requested that Logan street between Ninth and Fourteenth be
oiled. Michael Anderson was recognized and requested on behalf of
Jim Orsborn, Street Superintendent, that Twelfth Street between
Sheridan and Sims be included on the list. There being no further
testimony, Mayor Shirley closed the hearing to the public and
turned to the Council for disposition. Mayor Shirley explained
that there has been some recent legislation on the State level that
may fund the six Year Transportation Plan but it has not been
funded as yet. Mr Grove explained that the one-half of one percent
Motor Vehicle Excise Tax presently goes into the Street Fund and
the percent required for pathways is less than the amount budgeted
for sidewalks. Councilmember Clise requested that the spending
requirements for pathways be looked into by the Clerk-Treasurer.
Councilmember McCulloch requested that the City Attorney look into
establishing a fund for sidewalks and pathways. Mayor Shirley
asked that the funds be researched before any action is taken.
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RESOLUTION NO 90-57
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT TOWNSEND ADOPTING A SIX YEAR TRANS-
PORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR 1991 TO 1997.
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Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council adopt Resolution
No 90-57 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Amendment to SEPA Ordinance. Councilmember Owsley left the
chambers because of the known involvement of her present and former
employers in the proposed condominium project and concerns about
the appearance of fairness. Mr Hildt reviewed the ordinance.
Mayor Shirley opened the hearing to the Public. Frank D'Amore, Ann
Forest, Julie Jaman, and Sean Lappateto were recognized
individually and spoke in favor of the ordinance. Patti Sullivan
was recognized and questioned why Councilmember McCulloch did not
leave the chambers with Councilmember Owsley. Councilmember
McCulloch explained that it is her understanding that this is a
legislative decision and not a judicial decision which was
confirmed by the City Attorney. Patti Sullivan, Bo Sullivan, Tim
Hartzell and Jeff Pedersen were all recognized individually and
spoke against the ordinance. Frank D'Amore pnd Julie Jaman were
recognized individually in rebuttal. There being no further
testimony, Mayor Shirley closed the hearing to the Public and
turned to the Council for disposition.
ORDINANCE NO 2193
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AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL PRO-
TECTION, ADDING ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES TO THE
SUBSTANTIVE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY PURSUANT TO
THE STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT, AMENDING
SECTION 19.04.240 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNIC-
IPAL CODE, AND ESTABLISHING THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
Mr Grove read the ordinance by title. After discussion,
Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the first reading be
considered the second and tqe third be by title only which was
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seconded by Councilmember Jones 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 2193
with the amendments suggested by the Planning Department.
Councilmember Kenna amended his motion to include the amendments
and Councilmember Jones agreed. The amendments were read by Mr
Hildt. The motion by Councilmember Westerman was seconded by
Councilmember McCulloch. Mayor Shirley asked for new or corrected
information from the Public before the vote. A citizen asked for
clarification of the amendments from Mr Hildt whic:h he gave.
Kathryn Jenks questioned if this ordinance refers to all SEPA
checklists for the entire city or just the urban waterfront area.
Mr Hildt answered that along with the other documents mentioned in
the amendment, it would refer to all. Ms Jenks then asked if this
includes the storm Drainage Plan Checklist. Mr Hildt: responded
that it does not at the present but can be made pos.sible. Bo
Sullivan questioned if this ordinance and amendments applies to the
urban waterfront as defined. Mr Hildt responded that it would
pertain to the entire city. Mr Sullivan questioned if you were
building a house would it require a SEPA review. Mr Hildt
responded generally not, unless you have a project involving four
residential units. Mr Sullivan questioned if your projlact blocked
some one else's view this does ordinance apply. Mr Hildt responded
that he did not think so. There being no other questions, Mayor
Shirley asked for the vote. The motion that the Council adopt
Ordinance No 2193 as amended by a memorandum dated JunE:! 15, 1990,
from Michael Hildt was restated and passed unanimously by roll call
vote.
Councilmember Owsley returned to the Chambers.
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RECESS
Mayor Shirley declared a recess at 9: 55 PM.
reconvened at 10:05 PM.
The meeting was
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Street/Storm Drainage/Light. Councilmember Jones reporttad that the
committee had discussed the letter from Fire Chief Scott requesting
the removal of trees on Rosewood between Center and U streets and
is recommending that the residents of the neighborhood l>e notified
that efficient emergency service is not possible because of the
road conditions as long as the trees remain.
Councilmember Jones reported that the Committee is re!commending
that Fire Chief Scott meet with the new Public Works Director when
he arrives regarding the opening of 55th Street between .Jackman and
Gise Streets and Grant Street between Third Street and Sims Way.
Councilmember Jones reported that the Committee recommends a "No
Dumping" sign be erected at the end of Lawrence Street w'here grass
clippings and shrubbery have been dumped over the bank and that a
check be made for possible hazardous materials and clean up.
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Councilmember Jones also reported that the Committee recommended
that a check be made to see if 3 madrona trees may bE:! dying on
Cherry Street and if they are in the right of way. Also, he noted
if there is no address or phone number, there is no way to contact
a citizen when a letter is received.
Councilmember Jones report~d that the Committee still favors a
street improvement plan q.,nd latecomers agreement. Mr HarpeJ\
responded that these agreements are not as simple to define as a
utility agreement becau.se a benefit area must be established
similar to that used for a local improvement district.
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Finance. Councilmember Owsley reported that thE~ Committee had met
and discussed the City Dock and will report later in the meeting
when the Resolution Authorizing Grant Application for City Dock is
discussed.
Parks/Property. Councilmember Camfield set a meeting of
Committee for 5:00 PM on June 27,1990.
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Police/Fire/Animal Control. Councilmember ClisH reported that the
Committee had met at the Fire Hall and that an ê,mbulance ordinance
has been proposed and will be referred to the City Attorney for
review.
Councilmember Clise reported that an ordinance 1:0 adopt state laws
for Bed and Breakfast Inns with one or two bed~ooms and establish
fees for their inspection will be referred to thl:! City Attorney for
review.
Councilmember Clise also reported that a computer system for the
Fire Hall capable of supporting the varied needs of the Fire
Department's administrative, hazardous m~terial incident
management, life safety inspection, fire prevention/suppression,
education and emergency medical services has been recommended for
a purchase price of $16,639.00.
Councilmember Clise reported that to remodEÜ the Fire Hall
reception area would cost about $16,000.00. Mayor shirley stated
that $14,000.00 could come from contingency if the Council desires.
Mayor shirley stated he had asked the Fire Department to prepare
some development proposals so that all the needs: can be addressed.
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Councilmember Clise reported that the list includes the computer
system, remodel, apparatus bay and fire statiaa needs evaluation
and that the Committee recommends that the apparatus bay repair and
renovation and station evaluation should be he,ld until next year
when Council can evaluate what the overall needs are. Any action
on these items will be deferred until the Council has had time to
study them.
Community Service Items. Councilmember Wester~an reported that a
draft of the Garbage Ordinance will be ready soon.
Councilmember Westerman also reported that she had attended a
meeting between downtown business owners and street kids which was
arranged by the Chamber of Commerce. Councilmemher Westerman feels
that there are two main issues to be discussed: skateboarding and
hanging out downtown. If these meetings a::-e continued, the
problems can be addressed and hopefully solved.
Councilmember Westerman reported that the parking plan is under way
and problems are being worked out. A discussi~n about replacing
the "Wrong Way" signs ensued.
Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that
the Council make a Mitigated Declaration of Nons:.gnificance for the
Port of Port Townsend's underground tank project which was seconded
by Councilmember Camfield and passed unanimouf:;ly by voice vote.
The mitigating measures are as follows:
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Mitigating measures attached to the Determinatlon of Nonsignifi-
cance issued for the fuel storage tanks propof:,ed by the Port of
Port Townsend.
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend determined that with
the following conditions the proposed changes in the shorelines
permit 12-86 are not major and significant and a]~e within the scope
and intent of the original permit:
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The City Council of the City of Port Townsend finds that
the proposed changes in shorelines permit 1~:-86 are not
major and significant and are within the scopla and intent
of the original permit so long as no over-water
construction occurs.
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2.
A spill prevention and Counter-measure (SPCC) Plan will
be required for this facility
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The plans and specifications for this facility must be
submi tted to the Department of Ecology for review.
Submit plans to the city of Port Townsend Building
Department for review and approval.
Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council makE! a Declara-
tion of Significance for the Urban Waterfront Plan which was
seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
Councilmember Kenna reported that the Committee has reviewed the
checklist on the Water Comprehensive Plan amendments and will make
sure the rest of the Councilmembers recei ve copies so that a
threshold determination can be made at the next meeting.
Councilmember Kenna set a meeting of the Committee jêor July 3,
1990, at 6:30 PM to discuss a new building by Kaiser and a metal
building at the Port for Sperry.
Councilmember Kenna set a meeting of the Committee for June 26,
1990, at 5:00 PM for a meeting with Carlson and Bramhall.
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Councilmember Kenna announced a meeting with the Joint~ Waterfront
Planning Committee at 7: 30 PM on June 21, 1990. The Resolution for
Nancy Ryan Contract later on the agenda pertains to this process.
Councilmember Kenna also reported that a SEPA checklist information
gathering meeting was held on June 11, 1990, wit:h Nordland
Construction. The information on the checklist is still
incomplete. There were 200 people in the audience and a number of
pertinent comments were made and a good discussion ens,ued.
Pink House Ad Hoc. Councilmember Camfield reported that the main
concern at present is winterization of the house. A work party
meeting is scheduled for June 21,1990, at 7:00 PM.
Engineering Study for Sewer. Councilmember Clise reported that a
request for proposals for a Value Engineering study for the
Secondary Sewer Treatment Plant has been advertised.
Secondary Compliance. Mayor Shirley explained a copy of a letter
dated June 19, 1990, from William H Bachous, of the De:partment of
Ecology, enclosing Order No DE 90-S156 containing the compliance
schedule for achieving secondary treatment, a treatment~ evaluation
of the City's primary plant and revised interim primary effluent
limits was faxed to him today and was copied for the Council.
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Lord's Lake Dam. Mayor Shirley reported that the Department of
Ecology has warned that the dam at Lord's Lake would halve problems
during an earthquake. A geotechnical study is being done by the
Port Townsend Paper Company.
Storm Drain. Mayor Shirley announced a Storm Drain, Public Works,
meeting will be held on June 21, 1990, at 10:00 AM with
Northwestern Territories, Inc and that any of the street/Storm
Drainage/Light Committee members and other interested parties are
invited to attend. The storm Drain Plan will be discussed.
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Seaview Sewer LID. Mayor Shirley announced that he would like to
retain Bob Little to manage the Seaview Sewer Project as he did for
the Library Renovation. Councilmember Jones made a motion
authorizing the Mayor to contract with Bob Little for services
which was seconded by Councilmember Westerman and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
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out of state Travel. Councilmember Kenna Jl1ade a motion to
authorize the Mayor to travel to a Centennial Celebration in Sooke,
BC, with other area Mayors on June 22 and 23, 1990, which was
seconded by Councilmember Owsley and passed unanimously by voice
vote.
Gateway Project. Mr Hildt announced a Gateway W~rkshop Meeting on
June 20, 1990, at 7: 30 PM, to go through the dE!tails of the work
program for the next few months.
Police/Fire/Animal Control. Councilmember Clis4:! set a meeting of
the Committee for July 5, 1990, at 5:00 PM at t:he request of the
Police Chief to discuss potential funds from the state for criminal
justice.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO 2191
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ~i609, 500
TO THE LIBRARY RENOVATION AND ADDITION FUND,
$12,000 TO THE PARK FUND, $481,540 TO THE
HOTEL/MOTEL TRANSIENT TAX FUND, AND $4'7,500 TO
THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND, MAKING FINDINGS
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
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Mr Grove read the ordinance by title and stated that this is the
second reading and action can be taken. Councilll1ember Owsley made
a motion that the second reading be considered the third and the
third be by title only which was seconded by Ccluncilmember Clise
and passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilnember Owsley made
a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2191 which was
seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by roll call
vote.
Resolution Authorizing Grant Application for City Dock. Council-
member Owsley reported that the Finance Committel~ had met with the
Friends of City Dock. The good news is that thE~ engineering firm
has reported that the dock can be used with cert:ain restrictions,
which the city will be posting on the dock when it is re-opened.
The bad news was that the cost estimate for rebuilding the dock was
over $500,000, and that the Committee asked for a revised proposal.
steve Hayden, speaking for the Friends of City [lock explained the
revised proposal with the estimated cost of $393,100 and the
accompanying resolution.
RESOLUTION NO 90-58
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A CONCEPT PIAN AND
AUTHORIZING APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING ASS ISTANCE
FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE INTERAGENCY CÜMMITTEE
FOR OUTDOOR RECREATION AND AQUATIC LANDS
ENHANCEMENT FUND FOR THE RECONSTRUCT [ON AND
EXPANSION OF THE PORT TOWNSEND CI']'Y DOCK
FACILITIES AND WATERFRONT ACCESS IN [OWNTOWN
PORT TOWNSEND.
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After a lengthy discussion, Councilmember Westerman made a motion
that the Council adopt Resolution No 90-58 with an added sentence
"The City reserves the right to withdraw it's application or not
to accept the grant funds in the event it is not possible for us
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to provide our required match" which was seconded by Councilmember
Kenna. After further discussion, Councilmember Westerrllian withdrew
her motion. Councilmember Westerman made a motion that the Council
adopt Resolution No 90-58 which was seconded by Councilmember
Kenna. The motion passed by roll call vote with Councilmembers
Camfield, McCulloch, Kenna and Westerman voting for the! motion and
Councilmembers Clise, Jones and Owsley voting against the motion.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO 2194
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SALARIES AND WAGES
EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 1990.
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 Camfield malde a motion
that the Council adopt Ordinance No 2194 which was seconded by
Councilmember McCulloch and passed unanimously by roll call vote.
RESOLUTION NO 90-59
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A RESOLUTION ~UTHORIZING A CONTRACT FOR
CONSULTING SERVICES WITH THE FIRM OF
AIPPERSBACH AND RYAN FOR ASSISTANCE WITH
PROJECT ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION AND PROJECT
PLANNING AND FACILITATION TO INITIATE A
WATERFRONT PLANNING PROJECT.
Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the Council adopt: Resolution
No 90-59 which was seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and passed
unanimously by voice vote of six Councilmembers. ccluncilmember
Owsley abstained from discussion and voting on this re!solution.
COUNCILMEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
Kah Tai Park sign. Councilmember Jones noted a sign on the roof
of the restroom at Kah Tai Park that says "port Townsend Paper
Mill" and is being held in place by a rock.
City Dock. Mayor Shirley stated that City Dock will be opened when
the suggestions by the engineering firm can be implemented and the
dock posted.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Shirley recessed the meeting into Executive Session at 12:15
AM to discuss pending litigation including Keith Harper, David
Grove and Michael Hildt. The meeting was reconvened at 12:20 AM.
ADJOURNMENT
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There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting
adjourned at 12:20 AM.
Mayor
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Attest:
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Clerk-Treasurer