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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/06/1976 536 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 16, 1976, CONTINI:JED ----------------------- ------------ -- ------------------------------------ ----------------------- ------ - ----- - - -- ---- -------- - ---------- ----,------- --- PUBLIC HEARING ~b this time Mayor Steve opened the public hearing to consider the ~equest of Gerald K. and Alida K. Sandquist for a rezone of Block 75, Eisenbeis Addition, from R-l to R-3. The Planning Commission recommen- dation to deny the rezone was read. Mr. Sandquist said that the felt that the City Engineer had misled him by recommending that he apply for R-3 rather than R-2. Engineer french spoke to clarify his position. Several property owners living in the area of the proposal spoke against the rezone. French mentioned that the Plan- ning Commission is presently considering recommending to the Council that certain amendments be made to the zoning ordinance with respect to R-2. He continued by stating that the ordinance was vague and he discour- aged rezone applications for R-2, pending the outcome of the commission's study. It was moved by Councilmen Camfield/Parker that this request was spot zoning and thus should be denied. Chair called for unanimous affir- mative vote, there was no negative voèe. Motion passed. Rezone denied. 8 -, At this point Mr. Hufford rose to explain the letter he had written to the Council. (Said letter was refereed to under "Communications.") He said that a storm drainage system had been installed more than 30 years ago and that he had, for as many years as he was able, cleaned and kept it in working order. He said that he is no longer abilie to clean it and that he had asked Mr. Hawley to take over the responsibility but Hawley had thus far ignored his request. Superintendent Hawley denied the accusation. I NEW BUSINESS I Councilman Judy suggested that a certified survey be required before building permits are issued. Engineer French suggested that a survey be required only if there is no established boundary line, such as a sidewalk. Councilman Ciprbtistated that sidewalks are often not on the property line. Discussion ended with a suggestion from Attorney Abraham, that the building permit applicant be made aware that he is låable for set- backs and related costs incurred if it should be found that property lines were reported in error. ORDINANCE NO. 1757 AN ORDINANCE VACATING THAT PORTION OF GRANT STREET LYING BETWEEN 52ND AND 53RD STREET, AND RESERVING EASEMENTS. 8 The above ord1mance was read for the first time. It was moved "by Councilmen Camfield/Klenk that the first reading be considered the second àhà that the third reading be by title only. Roll call: 5 yes, Ciprioti and Wilson, no. Motion carried. It was now moved by Councilmen Camfield/Klenk that the ordinance be now adopted. Roll call: 5 yes, Ciprioti and Wiffison, no. Motion carried. Ordinance adopted. ADJOURNMENT ATTEST: There being no further business to come before the Council a~ this time, it was moved by Councilmen /1 that the meeting do now adjourn. Motion carried. MAYOR ;17£ ø ~ v I Parker/Judy MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 6, 1976 The City Council of the City of Port Townsend, Washington, met in regular session this 6th day of April 1976 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Mayor Joseph B. Steve presiding. ROLL CALL The following officers and members were present: Mayor Steve, City Attorney Abraham, City Clerk- Treasurer McCoy and Councilmen Ciprioti, Judy, Camfield, Parker, Wilson and Shaneyfelt. Councilman Klenk arrived a few minutes late. MINUTES 8 written. It was moved by Councilmen Ciprioti/Judy that the minutes of the previous session be approved as Motion carried. BILLS AND CLAIMS The following bills and claims were presented for payment: PAYROLL CLEARING CURRENT EXPENSE FUND STREET FUND LIBRARY FUND PARK FUND WATER-SEWER FUND EQUIPMENT RENTAL FUND FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND FEDERAL SHARED REVENUE $34,415.92 17,953.98 4,625.14 2,120.56 639.74 10,534.44 3,353.11 108.50 FUND 4,409.68 I It was moved by Councilmen Camfield/Judy that the bills and claims be paid. Motion carried. I COMMUNICATIONS A letter from the Planning Commission recommended that an amendment to the zoning ordinance define R-2 as no more than 8 dwelling units per gross acre and, further, that no single structure shall contain more than 4 dwelling units. A letter from Mrs. Jay McEvers requested the city to reimburse her husband and her for expenses in the amount of $16.42, which they spend to make temporary repairs to the Golf Course clubhouse roof. It was moved by Councilmen Wilson/Ciprioti that the bill be paid and, additionally, that the bid of Evergreen Roofing to re-roof said clubhouse be accepted. Motion passed. 8 , 8 ~I I 8 I 8 I - I 8 537' MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF APRIL 6, 1976, CONTINUED A letter from M & R Timber, Inc., requested a one-year extension to the Lords Lake timber sale contract. After this letter was read the Council adjourned for four minutes so the Water Committee could con- sider the request. The Council recoÐvened with all Councilmen present. It was Boved by Councilmen Ciprioti/ Judy that the one-year extension be granted with the stipulation that M & R would reforest the area with fir to meet Forest Service specifications. Motion passed. Extension granted. A letter from the Urban Arterial Board gave notice of a meeting to be held on April 15, 1976 at 9:30 a.m. in Olympia. A letter from the Port of Port Townsend requested early consideration of Fishe~ Construction's conditional use permit request to allow a motel on property subject to sale by thE~ port. It was moved by Coun- cilmen Klenk/Judy to refer the request to the Planning Commission for recommendation. COMMITTEE REPORTS Councilman Judy reported that the Water Committee wished to recommend that an LID be set up to provide for the systematic and orderly development of a water system in the general area west,of Kah Tai Lagoon. Councilman Klenk reported that the Police Committee wished to request that the Council authorize the Police Chief to hire a meter person for the summer months. Much discussion followed regarding the length of time, pay, duties, etc. It was moved by Councilmen Ciprioti/Shaneyfelt that this matter be returned to the Police Committee and that they formulate a more specific proposal to present to the Council. Motion passed. Councilman Wilson reported that he had contacted Evergreen Roofing :ce: their bid to replace the Golf Course clubhouse roof. It was moved by Councilmen Wilson/Ciprioti that said bid be accepted. Motion passed. Mayor Steve requested.that the following people be approved for appointment to the Planning Commíssion: Frank M. Smith, Jr., to fill Del Graham's unexpired term (12/31/76) and Floyd P. Wightman, to fill Lowell Tiller's unexpired term (12/31/76). There was no objection from the Council. PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Steve opened the public hearing to consider the request of Mr. Jerry Iseman for a planned unit development at Lincoln Beach. Mrs. Doris Hirth spoke against the PUD. She=laimed that it would obstruct her view by allowing houses to be built very close together. Mr. Iseman defended his proposal and answered questions. There being no further discussion from the audience, the matter was presented to the Council for decision. It was moved by Councilmen Wilson/Parker that the planned unit development be approved contingent on a contract to be drawn. Motion passed. NEW BUSINESS Shoreline ~ermit No. 2-76 of Jon McCready, Tides Inn Motel, for the extension of his motel, was reviewed. It was moved by Councilmen Camfield/Wilson that the permit be granted, subject to the conditons stipulated by the Shoreline Advisory Committee. Motion passed. Shoreline Permit No. 4-76, submitted by the Port of Port Townsend, to construct a transient float in the port boat haven was presented for recommendation of the Council. It was moved by Councilmen Judy/ Ciprioti that the application be approved sub ject to the recommended conditlons of the Shoreline Advisory Com- mittee. ORDINANCE NO. 1758 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION t, ORDINANCE NO. 1754. i The above ordinance was read for the first time. It was. moved by Councilmen Judy/Cipriot~ that the first reading be considered the second and that the third reading be ,by title only. Roll call: 7 yes, motion carried. It was now moved by Councilmen Klenk/Ciprioti that the ordinance be adopted. Roll call: 7 yes. Ordi~ance adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 76-3 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CLERK-TREASURER TO ENTER INTO þ.. CHARI'ER P ARTY AGREEMENT. -~ The above resolution authorizes the Clerk-Treasurer to enter into a charter agree:ment on behalf of the City of Port Townsend to find a suitable vessel for .the purpose of providing a base for a. fireworks display on tQe occasion of the bicentennial celebration on July 4,1976. The resolution was adopted by unanimous affirmative vote. It was moved by Councilmen Camfield/Ciprioti to set the following public hearing dates: Rezones #96 and 97: April 20; Stree~ Vacation #95, May 4. Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, it was men Klenk/Shaneyfelt that the meeting do now adjourn. 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