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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/16/1985 174 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 2, 1985 Cont. Mayor Shirley explained that there will be sufficient time for a publ ished notice if the hearing is scheduled for the next regular meeting. Councilmember Ison made a motion to that effect which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. NEW BUSINESS Rezone Request No.485-01 - Victor Coster. Mr. Coster was recognized and explained that he will not be available during the month of August to attend the hearing because of business commitments out-of-state. After a brief discussion, Council- member Kenna made a motion that the council conduct a publ ic hearing on this appl ication during the first regular council meeting in September which was seconded by Councilmember Ison and passed unanimously by voice vote. I ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting adjourned at 9:08 P.M. I~~ ~~l- Attest: MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 16, 1985 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 16tn day of July, 1985, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent Shirley presiding. I ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Jean Camfield, Frieda Imislund, Glenn Ison, Vern Jones, Mike Kenna, Jim Parker, and Janis Hunt. Also present were City Attorhey Keith Harper, Public Works Director Ted Stricklin, and Clerk-Treasurer David Grov~. MINUTES Councilmember Kenna made a motion to approve the minutes of June 18, and July 2, 1985 as written 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 Parks Emergency Medical Services Federal Shared Revenue Ka h T a i Par k Water-Sewer Equipment Rental $26,267.65 4,494.74 12.39 232.55 80.70 8,400.00 22.19 3,879.48 3,644.42 I Councilmember Hunt made a motion that the bills and claims be paid from the proper funds whictl was seconded by Ison and passed unanimously by voice vote. COMMUN I CAnONS The Council received copies of two letters from Safeway,s Public Relations Manager, Cherie Myers, dated June 10th and 25th, 1985, requesting that the city return the donation of $25,000 given to the city for the development of the Kah Tai Lagoon Park if construction is not started by August 31, 1985. 175 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 16, 1985 Cont. '------------'---------------~--______a_--- ------ -- -- -------- -,--~-----,-------------------,----- -----,,-- ------- ,--------- - I The Council received a letter dated June 27, 1985 from John and Gladys Murray requesting damages in the amount of $500 because of basement flooding caused by a broken water 1 ine. A response from Ted Strickl in dated July 11, 1985, was also copied for the council describing the results of their investigation and recommending the the Murrays be reimbursed for their expenses. I\fter a brief discussion, Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the city cover their costs which was seconded by Councilmember Kenna and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Shirley stated that he understood this motion to mean up to the $500 re- quested. Councilmember Camfield agreed. A letter dated June 28, 1985, from Orin C. Smith, Director of the Office of ! Financiàl Management to State Treasurer, Robert O'Brien was copied for the counc~l establishing the official population estimate for the city at 6,310. i ¡ í I A letter dated July 9, 1985, from Evan Jones, President of the Peninsula Develop~ I ment Association, to Mayor Shirley was copied for the council urging that a con-I certed effort be made to define the shape and form of an interlocal agreement i between those local governments which choose to participate in the acquisition of the peninsula railroad properties from the Milwaukee Road estate. Mayor Shirley indicated that they know the city supports what they are doing but will not be involved in the ownership. I A letter from Keith Harper to John Stirratt dated July 12, the council out 1 ining the content necessary for a petition Mayor Shirley indicated that he would like to discuss this 1985, was copied for to annex to the city. under new business. I An Environmental Checklist dated June 17, 1985 was copied for the council on the proposed development of the Kah Tai Lagoon Park between the Lagoon and Sims Way.! I'Mayor Shirley referred this to the Legislative/Environmental Committee indic~tind a report will be made this night. - 'Councilmember Kenna indicated that the Wooden Boat Foundation is waiting for al formal answer to their request for funds to promote the Wooden Boat Festival and! requested that the Mayor write them a letter. Mayor Shirley explained that theyi received formal notice from him in the form of a telephone call advising them I to contact the Chamber of Commerce who would process their request and explained! to them that the council had agreed to appropriate an additional $500 to the I Chamber of Commerce which they could use as matching funds with the Wooden Boat Foundation. PUBLIC COMMENTS Ms. Alice Lombard was recognized and complained that she was sprayed with 2-4D while riding her bicycle through the Safeway Parking lot during a 15 knot wind, I which was alledged to be in violation of Federal law. She felt the council shoul~ I be aware that this kind of spraying is going on near the Kah Tai Lagoon. í I Ms. Harriet Small was recognized and explained at length the circumstances sur- ¡ rounding the removal of a few trees in the publ ic right-of-way near her home: at 1230 V Street and complained that the council acted in error when they took i action against her to recover the wood from trees she cut. Mayor Shirley indicated that he would discuss her case with Mr. Stricklin and make a recommendation to I the council. ' COMMITTEE REPORTS I Appointments. Mayor Shirley announced the appointment of Andrew Thurston to the: Park Board. Mr. Grove reported that the council received additional information: about Don Droscher who was announced earl ier for the Civil Service Commission. Councilmember Parker made a motion that these appointments be apJroved which was, seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. Legislative/Environmental. Councilmember Kenna indicated that the committee is recommending that the council issue a declaration of non-significance on the proposed development of the Kah Tai Lagoon Park and introduced Mitchel Press of the Jefferson County Planning Department to describe the proposed development~ On maps prepared in advance, Mr. ~ress' pointed out where dredgin~ would occur: and the spoils would be deposited to build burms on the perimeter for protect10n~ He then went through the Environmental Checkl ist item by item responding to I questions. Forrest Shomer was asked to comment on the effect this development I would have on the bird habitat which he did. Councilmember Kenna indicated that! ¡ 176 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 16, 1985 Cont. - -- ------..--- --------- ----- ---- ----- ------, -------~--~--- ------------------ --------------------- -~----------------- -------------------,----------__,--__n_____-- - - --- a revegetation plan must be developed before any dredging or burm building occursl He indicated that if odor from the dredged material became a problem that the Parks Department should be prepared to cover it immediately with a suitable material. He made a motion that that the council issue a declaration of non- significance provided these medigating measures are taken which was seconded by Councilmember Ison andpassed unanimously by voice vote. Parks and Property. Councilmember Ison indicated that the Parks Board is planninÐ a ground breaking cerimony for the Kah Tai Lagoon Park on August 18, 1985. I ¡council Retreat. Mayor Shirley announced that the retreat is scheduled for August 119, 1985, at the Farmhouse Restaurant. I ¡Sidewalk Obstructions. Mayor Shirley reported that tables and chairs are appearimg on the sidewalk without permission in front of restaurants in the downtown area. He indicated that unless the council objects, he will advise them to remove the obstructions because of the liability they cause. Councilmember Kenna and Parker felt that they added to the atmosphere and should not be el iminated as long as the sandwichboards are allowed to remain. Councilmember Kenna indicated "the window of opportunity to eat outside only lasts so long" and people downtown want to use every opportunity they can to enjoy the good weather. I I I I ¡Amendments to the 1985 through 1990 Six Year Transportation Improvement Program aijd ¡adoption for the 1986 through 1991 Six Year Transportation Improvement program. I¡Mr. Grove explained that copies of the proposals were advertised to be avai lable ,for publ ic inspection prior to this hearing. Mr. Strickl in requested that a seal Icoat for 14th Street from Landes to Sheridan be added to the amendments to the '1985 through 1990 program. Mayor Shirley reported that the need for this change ~as establ ished when the possibility that a shore 1 ine permit may be required befone Ithe work can be started. Mayor Shirley opened the hearing to the audience. Ms. ~oAnne Alber was recognized and spoke against the improvement of Landes Street luntil it can be properly designed to slow traffic and look nice. Ms. Al ice Lombaqd las recognized and spoke against the improvement of Landes Street between 16th and 19th because as long as it is narrow, the,width alone will slow people down. ~estimony was received from a male and female opposed the the improvement of Landes Street who did not give their names. There being no further testimony, Mayor Shirley closed the hearing to the audience and turned the proposals over to lithe council for disposition. Mr. Grove explained to the council that Jeneen Hayde1 presented him with a letter which she wanted read to the council during the hearing. Ffter Mr. Grove explained the options available, he was instructed to distribute ~opies of the letter which the council then read silently. I PUBLIC HEARINGS RESOLUTION NO. 85-23 A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SIX YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. ~fter a brief discussion, Councilmember þesolution No. 85-23 which was seconded ~otewith five councilmembers voting in and Jones voted against the motion. I i I I I I i i I ! Councilmember Hunt made a motion that the council adopt Resolution I was seconded by Councilmember Ison and passed unanimously by voice I ! Ison made a motion that the council adopt by Councilmember Parker and passed byvoioe the affirmative. Councilmembers Imislund RESOLUTION NO. 85-22 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SIX YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE YEARS 1986 TO 1991. No. 85-22 whicH vote. OLD BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 2015 AN ORDINANCE REGULATING PEDDLERS, SOLICITORS AND CANVASSERS, PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS ~r. Harper explained that this ordinance prohibits peddl ing, soliciting, or can- \ I I I . -- ... .--- ---- - .. .----- - -.. I I I 177 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 16, 1985 Cont. ---------------.-----'------------.'--.---- "'..------- -..- ------ ,,~-,._------ -- ----- ---------------- - - .---- ----- ------ - IVaSing door-to-door within the city 1 imits. Mr. Grove read the ordinance by titll. '¡COUnCilmember Hunt made a motion that the first re~ding be considered the second I. and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Imislund and: passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr. Grove again read the ordinance by title. I ,Councilmember Parker made a motion that the council adopt the ordinance which ¡ was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by roll call vote. ! NEW BUSINESS ?roposal for Union Wharf. Jefferson County Commissioner Larry Dennison was recog-! nized and spoke in favor of a plan to rebuild the Union Wharf and put it into I productive use. He explained that the county is applying for a Community Economiç Re~ital ization Loan. He asked that the city consider joining the county in i supporting this action by agreeing to back the loan which would be paid from rental proceeds. He then described the anticipated operation. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Ison made a motion that the council approve the concepti provided that it is legal, financially permitable, and that the city participates: in the profits. Councilmember Imislund seconded the motion which passed unanimou ly by voice vote. ORDINANCE NO. 2016 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND PERTAINING TO THE ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS, DEVISES OR BEQUESTS TO THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AND AMENDING SECTION 3.04.230 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE. Mr. Harper explained the intent of the ordinance designed to streaml ine the pro- cessing of donations to the city. Mr. Grove read the ordinance by title. Council member Ison made a motion that the first reading be considered the second, and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unan- imously by voice vote. Mr. Grove again read the ordinance by title. Co unci 1m em be Hunt made a motion that the council adopt the ordinance which was seconded by Counci lmember .!Jones and passed unanimously by roll call vote. RESOLUTION No.85-24 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MAYOR AND CLERK TO ENTER INTO AN AMENDMENT OF LEASE AGREEMENT FOR KAH TAl PARK Mr. Harper explained that this property is under water in the area of the Kah Tai Lagoon and necessary as part of the park development. Councilmember Kenna made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 85-24 which was seconded by Councilmember Ison land passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 85-25 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CLERK TO EXECUTE A LEASE OF PROPERTY FROM JEFFERSON COUNTY FOR KAH TAl PARK Councilmember Ison made a motion that the council adopt this resolution which was! seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 85-26 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND ACCEPTING DONATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY FROM GEORGE AND HELEN COTTON After a brief explanation from Mr. Harper, Councilmember Ison made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 85-26 which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed ¡UnanimOUSlY by voice vote. I ORDINANCE NO.2017 I , AN ORDINANCE REGULATING PAWN BROKERS AND SECOND-HAND DEALERS, INCORPORATING AND ADOPTING RCW 19.60 BY REFERENCE, PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT, AND AMENDING AND REPEALING PRIOR ORDINANCES. 178 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 16, 1985 Cont. -----------------~----_.-- ---,--,- -- ---------------------------------------.---------------'----- ----------------------.---- -----------,------------------------_.-------------------- ,--------- After a brief explanation from Mr. Harper, Mr. ,Grove read the ordinance by title!. Councilmember (son made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Counci lmember Imislund and passed unanimously by voice vote. Mr. Grove again read the ordinance by title. Councilmember Jones made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2017 which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO~ 85-27 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CLERK OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE DEVELOPERS OF ISLAND VISTA TO PROVIDE SEWER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ON A LABOR/ TIME AND MATERIALS PAYMENT BASIS. After a brief discussion on the possible annexation of this area, Councilmember I Kenna made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 85-27 which was seconded by Council- member Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote. I I I , , , Bicycle Race for Kids. Councilmember Kenna reported that the sponsors of the Port Townsend Bicycle Races have asked if the city would sponsor a bicycle race for children. He explained that they are having insurance problems with this. It was indicated the city would take on the 1 iability connected with the race for kids but no other expenses on August 25, 1985. Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the city sponsor the race as long as there is no additional expense to the city which was seconded by Counci1member Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote. Water Rate Reduction. Councilmember Parker suggested that we encourage people to do outside watering by reducing the water rates in the months of June, July, and' August as long as there is water being dumped in the bay. Councilmember Kenna explained that although there are no restrictions on the use of water presently, they may be imposed here later in the summer if the dry weather continues. Mayor Shirley indicated that he would look into it and get back to the council on it. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting adjourned at 10:04 P.M. 63:=t2 Mayor Attest: j)~~ City Clerk - ,- - -- --,. --'- - I I I