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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/15/1986 241 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 15, 1986 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this 15th day of April, 1986, at 7:30 P,M" in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent Shirley presiding, ROLL CALL I Councilmembers present at roll call were Jean Camfield, Janis Hunt, Frieda Imis- lund, Glenn Ison, Vern Jones, Mike Kenna and Ila Mikkelson, Also present were City Attorney Keith Harper, Public Works Director Ted Stricklin, and Clerk- Treasurer David Grove, MINUTES Councilmember Hunt made a motion to approve the minutes of April 1, 1986, as written and to dispense with the reading of them which was seconded by Council- member Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote, BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims were presented for payment: Current Expense Street Library Park Hotel/Motel Emergency Medical Kah Tai Park Water-Sewer Equipment Rental Firemen's Pension Memorial Services $13,802,51 4,8:38,63 337,48 239,29 7,638,49 254,87 7,464,64 16,118,60 3,287,64 16,00 234,47 and Relief I Councilmember Hunt made a motion that the bills and claims be paid from the proper funds which was seconded by Councilmember Ison and passed unanimously by voice vote, COMMUN I CA TI ONS The council received a letter dated March 27,1986, from James DeLeo, Port Com- missioner for the Port of Port Townsend, requesting their support for the con- struction of a new office building for the Port, Mayor Shirley indicated that if the council had any input for the Port on this proposal, thpy should give Mr, DeLeo a call, The council received a letter dated April 1, 1986, from Murray Hayes opposing the olacement of fish pens on Port Townsend's water front, Mayor Shirley referred this to the Legislative/Environmental Committee, I The council received a letter dated April 1, 1986, from Peter Simpson, President of the Board of Directors for the Jefferson County Historical Society requesting that the city work with the carnival management to find anothe: location for the Rhody Festival Carnival, Councilmember Imislund suggested the use of the area next to the transit office, Mayor Shirley explained that they already use half of that area to park their equipment, Mr, Simpson was recognized and ex- plained that they loose approximately $250 in donàtion when th=y are forced to close while the carnival is in operation, Councilmember Hunt explained that this may be the last year for the carnival because of the high cost for insur- ance, Mr, Bernie Lungren was recognized and spoke in favor of the continuance of the carnival in the downtown area explaining that it generates one fourth of the Rhody Festival budget, After a brief discussion, Mayor Shirley indicated the city would work with the parties involved to do what we can, I A claim for damages dated April 3, 1986, from Pat Burke in the amount of $154,00 was copied for the council for injuries alleged to have occured as the result of a fall into a meter hole in front of Ray and Lil's Second Hand Store at the corner of 3rd and Thomas Streets, Councilmember Ison made a motion to reject this claim and turn it over to the insurance company alon§ with the claim from ! Rusty North which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and pas~ed unanimously by voice vote, Councilmember Hunt asked Mr, Stricklin to explain their procedure for limiting these hazzards which he did, 242 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 15, 1986 Cont, -.------- ----.-.------ ---- ..---- .--------.----.- ------ -.---.--.---.-----------..--..---.---' .--------------- The council received a letter on April 4, 1986 from Leo White requesting that a two hour parking zone be established on the northeast side of Monroe Street be- tween Water and Washington Streets, Mayor Shirley referred this to the Street Committee, i The council received a letter dated April 4, 1986, from Peter Albrecht requestin§ i that the council investigate the fraudulent use of city revenues to plow away the I' turf adjòcent to paved streets in Port Townsend, After a brief discussion, Mayot I Shirley indicated that they will continue to maintain the shoulders of the roads I unless they are directed to do otherwise by the council, 1 I The council received a letter dated April 7, 1986, from Jay Gibson requesting that the city change the name of Steve Street to Claremont, Mayor Shirley referred t~is to the Street Committee, The council received a letter on April 7, 1986, from Jean Anderson opposing the two fish pens proposed for the downtown part of Port Townsend, Mayor Shirley referred this to the Legislative/Environmental Committee, The council received a letter dated April 8, 1986, from Zelda Scheyer, Secretary ¡ of the Port Townsend Arts Commission, reporting that at its April 7 meeting the I Port Townsend Arts Commission voted to advise the Council that in its opinion the vitality of the town depends upon a clear vision of its historic image, There- fore the Arts Commission endorses any effort to develop and initiate programs to that end, Mayor Shirley explained that this will be addressed later on the I agenda. A letter dated April 8, 1986, from David Kahley and Bart II was copied for the council proposing that the city apply Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation to renovate I Mayor Shirley referred this to later on the agenda, , A note dated April 8, 1986, from Mr, and Mrs, Arthur Tickner was copied for the i council opposing the sewer rate increase because his budget won't stand anymore II adjustments, Councilmember Hunt suggested that the city run an ad in the paper reminding people why the sewer rates were increased, i I Philips to Mayor Shirley for a grant from the and enhance City Dock, The council received a letter dated April 10, 1986, from Julie McCulloch, Pres- ident of the Port Townsend Civic Trust, recommending approval of the historic properties program because it will encourage private investment in our historic buildings, one of the city's most valuable assets, Mayor Shirley also referred this until later on the agenda, On April 15, 1986, the council received a letter from Joseph Hailey in oppositiom to the Variance Application No, 186-01 of Douglas and Lynette Johnson, Mayor Shirley referred this to the hearing scheduled for later in the meeting, PUBLI C COMMENTS Ms, Cheryl Van Dyke was recognized and reported that the Library Board is in the process of selecting an engineer to evaluate the present library structure to determine the feasibility of remodelling and adding to the present building. They hope to have one selected by June 1, 1986, Insurance for Homes Tour, Councilmember Camfield explained that Bob Carter of Homer Smith Insurance suggested that the Homes Tour could avoid an additional bill of $800.00 for insurance by approaching the city to include the tour as a city function, She explained that all the income from the tour will be spent on civic projects, Mr, Carter was recognized and explained the definition of insured under the city's present insurance policy and indicated that it would be possible to label the tour as a city function and have it covered under the city.s insurance, Mr, Grove expressed support for the proposal pointing out the concerns identified by the City Attorney in his memorandum of April 11, 1986 must be weighed against the benefit to the community, After a brief discussion, Councilmember Kenna made a motion to authorize the inclusion of the homes tour under the binder of the city if it is possible based upon a meeting between the Mayor, City Attorney, and the insurance carrier which was seconded by Council- member Jones and passed by voice vote with six councilmembers voting in the affirmative, Councilmember Camfield abstained from voting, 1imber Cut at lords lake, Councilmember Ison asked that an inspection be made ot the road cut accross the city.s property to see that it is consistant with the contract. Mr. Stricklin explained the the Water ~perintendent has inspecte! --- I I I I I I 243 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL .15, 1986 Cont. ---- -.----.--- .---.-------------.--.-.-.--.'--'-.---"--.--- - .---. ------- ..----- - -- .- ---------- ----..--. '------ --- -.-------'-- -----.. - --.-.----------.-- the road and is suggesting that a gate be installed to restrict unauthorized use of the road, Proclamations, Mayor Shirley proclaimed April as"Masonic Public Schools Month'~ designating May 1, 1986 as"Law Day U,S,A,'~ and proclaiming the week of April 19- April 27,1986, as"Port Townsend Spring Rally Cleanup and Recycling Week", Citywide Cleanup, Mr, David Kahley was recognized and explained that the Main- street Program has been organizing a city cleanup for the week of April 19 thru 27,1986, He indicated that from April 21st through the 25th Superior Refuse I will pickup extra household garbage at no extra charge and described other volunteer activities that week, Undercover Drug Investigation, Police Chief Robert Hinton reported to the council on the under cover investigation recently conducted by his department 'I which resulted in the arrest of two dealers and the seizure of thousands of dollars worth of drugs and property including a motorhome, He thanked the I council for the monitary support of the confidential fund, These funds may be replaced by the sale of seized property, I I COMMITTEE REPORTS Parks and Property, Councilmember Ison reported that a new lease is being prepared for the golf course property, Charlie Botts will be representing the Park Board in negotiating the lease according to Mayor Shirley, Finance, Councilmember Hunt reported that thecommittee is considering a bond issue for storm sewers, Community Services, Councilmember Mikkelsen reported that she thinks the problems with garbage service have been resolved, Legislative/Environmental, Councilmember Kenna reported that he anticipates a recommendation from the Shoreline Advisory Board on the fish pens and the proposed expansion of the Tides Inn Motel at the next meeting, He recommended that the council conduct a public hearing on the proposed sign ordinance during the regular meeting scheduled for May 20, 1986, He explained that he would like the City Attorney to have the ordinance in proper form by that time, PUBLIC HEARINGS Variance Application No, 186-01 - Johnson, Mr, Grove explained that the Planning Commission is recommending that the council deny this application to build a garage-apartment on an empty lot between 807 and 823 Taylor Street with a rear setback of ten feet rather than the required twenty feet, Mayor Shirley opened the hearing to the audience, Mr, Kenneth Webb was recognized and spoke against the application because he has a building on the property line which would only be ten feet away from the proposed structure and would be detrimental to his property as defined in section 6,10 of Ordinance No,1625, : There being no further testimony, Mayor Shirley closed the hearing to the' audience and turned the application over to the council for disposition, After a brief discussion, Councilmember Camfield made a motion to deny the application which was seconded by Councilmember Mikkelsen and passed unanimously by voice vote, I Variance Application No, 286-02 - Raab, Mr, Grove explained that the Planning Commission is recommending approval of this variance to the setback requirements: to allow an addition to an existing garage at 812 Harrison Street, Mayor Shirley opened the hearing to the audience, Mr, Peter Raab was recognized and spoke' in favor of his application explaining that the addition will allow him to enclose equipment and materials presently out in the open, There being no furth~r testimony, Mayor Shirley closed the hearing to the audience and turned the! application over to the council for disposition, After a brief discussion, Councilmember Kenna made a motion that the council find that the application complies with Section 6,10 of Ordinance No, 1625 and grant the variance as requested which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote, 244 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 15, 1986 Cont, -----.--..--.------------..-..-.-----.------. --------'-.- - 1---------------- ---~LD BU S I NESS I Sign Ordinance, The council discussed various provisions within the draft ance including bench signs, reader boards, sandwich boards, and fees, I I : I [Variance Request No, 486-01 - Sikes, Councilmember Ison made a motion that the council conduct a public hearing on this application during the regular meeting on May 6, 1986 which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote, ordin- NEW BUSINESS Renovation of City Dock, Councilmember Ison reported that the Parks Committee and Park Board are in agreement that the Mayor be authorized to sign a letter of intent to apply for a grant from the Interagency Committee For Outdoor Recreation, He made a motion to that effect which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by voice vote, ORDINANCE NO, 2035 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND TO PROMOTE THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC PLACES, STRUCTURES, AND OBJECTS, CREATING A HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION, REVIEWING AND ADVISING THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IN MATTERS CONCERNING HISTORIC RESOURCES Mr, David Kahley was recognized and explained the background to the enabling legislation which allows for a tax credit of the cost to restore historic buildings, He explained the effect this would have on future property tax revenues and the willingness it will stimulate in private investors, He indicat~d that the ordinance does two basic things:l) Establishes a local review board, and 2) Establishes a class of historic properties which are targeted for encourage- ment in restoration, After a brief discussion, Mr, Grove read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Hunt made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Ison and passed unanimously by voice vote, Mr, Grove again read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Hunt made a motion that the council adopt the ordinance which was seconded by Councilmember Ison and passed unanimously by roll call vote, ORDINANCE NO, 2036 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PENALTIES FOR ANIMAL CONTROL VIOLATIONS, AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO, 1969 AND CHAPTER 8,04 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE 1 Mr, Grove read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Hunt made a motion that the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Ison and passed unanimously by voice vote, Mr, Grove again read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Hunt made a motion to adopt the ordinance which was seconded by Councilmember Jones and passed unanimously by roll call vote, ORDINANCE NO, 2037 AN ORDINANCE DEFINING AND REGULATING UNLAWFUL CONDUCT ON ¡SCHOOL PROPERTY, PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES, AND ADDING SECTIONS TO THE PORT TOWNSEND CRIMINAL CODE Mr, Grove read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Camfield made a motion tha~ the first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt.and passed unanimously by voice vote, Mr, Grove again read the ordinance by title, Councilmember Camfield made a motion that the council adopt the ordinance which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by roll call vote, .-. .. -c.. I ----- I I I ..' . 245 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 15, 1986 Cont, ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Shirley declared the meeting adjourned at 9:18 P,M, I Attest: 632t7 ~ Mayor J~ Clty Clerk MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 6, 1986 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular sE'ssion this 6th day of May, 1986, at 7:30 P,M" in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Brent Shirley presiding, ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Jean Camfield, Janis Hunt, Frieda Imis- lund, Glenn Ison, Vern Jones, Mike Kenna and Ila Mikkelsen, Also present were City Attorney Keith Harper, Public Works Director Ted Stricklin, and Clerk- Treaurer David Grove, PROCLAMATION I The Rhododendron Festival Queen and her court were introduced and the week of May 11 through May 18, 1986 was proclaimed as Rhododendron Festival Week, MI~:UTES Councilmember Hunt made a motion to approve the minutes of April 15, 1986, as written and to dispense with the reading of them which was seconded by Councilmember Kenna and passed unanimously by voice vote, BILLS AND CLA'IMS The following bills and claims were presented for payment: Current Expense Street Library Park Hotel/Motel Transient Tax Emergency Medical Services Kah Tai Lagoon Park Water-Sewer Equipment Rental Firemen's Pension and Relief $26,191.29 6,628,40 4,411.42 523,44 2,01~,24 5,27 3,342,09 4,957,94 6,552,15 93,30 I Councilmember Imislund made a motion that the bills and claims be paid from the I proper funds which was seconded by Councilmember Hunt and passed unanimously by voice vote, COMMUNICATIONS A letter dated March 31, 1986, from Kari Rokstad Samuelson from the Environmental Review Section of the Washington State Department of Ecology to Mayor Shirley ! was copied for the Council commenting on the environmental checklist and deter- mination of nonsignificance on the placement of three sets of s3lmon rearing pens in Port Townsend Bay by Diversified Marine Industries, Mayor Shirley referred this to that item scheduled under new busines later in the agenda, A form letter dated April 8, 1986, from Mayor Shirley to several garbage customdrs was copied for the council indicating that the Community Services Committee of the council decided to conform with the existing ordinance and contract with Superior Refuse,