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CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MARCH 20, 2006
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this twentieth
day of March 2006, at 6:30 p.m. in the Port Townsend temporary Council Chambers
in the Port Townsend Fire Station conference room, Mayor Mark Welch presiding.
ROLL CALL
Council members present at roll call were Frank Benskin, Laurie Medlicott,
Catharine Robinson, Scott Walker and Mark Welch. Geoff Masci was absent.
Michelle Sandoval arrived at 6:34.
Staff members present were City Manager David Timmons, City Attorney John
Watts, Public Works Director Ken Clow, Police Chief Conner Daily, Legal Assistant
Joanna Sanders.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
The agenda was reformatted moving item IX. G Potential Surplus Property forward
in the agenda due to the number of public in attendance.
INTRODUCTION
Chief Daily introduced and welcomed new police officer, Jason Avery. He also
acknowledged Kay Pownall with a 10-year service pin for her work with the Police
Department and announced she recently received her evidence handling
certification.
PUBLIC COMMENT (Consent and non-agenda items)
Darlene and Steve Durfee thanked Council for encouraging the Navy to hold public
forums and spoke of her concerns of the military's continued use of depleted
uranium in military munitions. Joined by others from the Port Townsend Raging
Grannies, they sang a song about health and safety concerns to neighboring
communities because of Navy activities on Indian Island. They made available to the
Council printed information and a CD with presentations on the topic of depleted
uranium.
Barbara McColgan Pastore, Chair of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board,
informed Council of the Board's interest in independently raising roughly $30K in
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unbudgeted funds to finish the landscaping at Haller Fountain as a memorial for
Steve Corrao She distributed to Council copies of her March 6, 2006 correspondence
to Mayor Welch. She asked for Council's endorsement of their efforts.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Ms. Robinson moved to adopt the following items on the Consent Agenda.
Mr. Benskin seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 6-0, by voice vote.
A. Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants
Vouchers 97229 through 97404 in the amount of $411 ,513.24
Vouchers 320061 through 320069 in the amount of $95,241.83
B.
Approval of Minutes:
February 27, 2006
March 6, 2006
NEW BUSINESS
RESOLUTION NO. 06-006
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND,
WASHINGTON, FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING ON A PETITION FOR A
STREET VACATION
Ms. Sandoval disclosed that Tim and Janice Hodge purchased their house from her
and they continue to be her clients. She stated that she would not stand to benefit if
the street vacation were to go through.
City Attorney John Watts noted that this item is before Council to set a proposed
hearing date of April 17, 2006.
Motion: Ms. Robinson moved to approve Resolution 06-006, fixing the Time for
Hearing on a Petition for a Street Vacation. Mr. Walker seconded. The motion
carried unanimously, 6-0, by voice vote.
INTERLOCAL JAIL CONTRACT
City Manager provided background on rising jail and medical costs for inmates and
the task of the Police Department to begin to look at alternatives to manage and
monitor these costs.
Sergeant Ed Green explained efforts to explore alternatives to utilizing the Jefferson
County Jail for housing misdemeanor inmates. He distributed a chart of 2005 inmate
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costs for those arrestees sentenced to Jefferson County jail and encouraged Council
to consider this cost saving measure.
Ms. Sandoval asked if there had been negotiations with the County andlor Sheriff
Brasfield regarding a move to a base rate, how long the rate with Chelan would be
set, and if there had been discussions with the County on whether this change would
drive up the short-term rates.
Mr. Timmons explained that while there have been discussions with Sheriff
Brasfield, it is the County Administrator who has control over setting the rates. He
noted that the courts have been aggressive in setting the maximum penalty, so that
the cost difference in housing one person alone over the year is about $10,000. This
is another option for the department to consider in addition to home jailing. There
has been Council discussion about the need for a better audit trail and incorporating
this into the interlocal agreement with the County.
Sergeant Green spoke about the current auditing efforts by the department. He
noted the County jail has space restrictions, which could be eased by sending long-
term arrestees to Chelan County. The terms of an agreement with Chelan County
would be negotiable. The County indicated this change might end up driving up the
rates, but it is uncertain how much.
Mr. Benskin asked about the variation in the estimated savings. He also asked about
transportation costs to and from Chelan County. Sergeant Green responded that the
savings is $23.12 per person per day multiplied by the number of days sentenced.
The transportation costs would be included in the per day fee.
Mr. Walker asked whether there would be any savings for not charging the $1 Olday
for electronic home monitoring equipment. He also asked whether housing prisoners
in Chelan would make family visits more difficult. Mr. Green said the jail controls the
rental of the electronic home monitoring. The judge and attorneys determine who
qualify to use the equipment, so the City isn't involved. Regarding family visits, there
are quite a few visitorslfamily visits, but the jail would not disclose of the number of
visits. He estimates there would be a dozen or fewer inmates in long-term housing.
Referring to Sheriff Brasfield's e-mail asincludedinthepacket.Ms. Robinson asked
about the reference to an increase in cost of PT bookings. Mr. Green indicated that
there is currently no booking charge or charges for other incidental expenses,
although the Sheriff has the authority to charge for such expenses.
Mr. Timmons clarified that in looking at jail costs and bookings, the vast majority are
DUls because the City is only dealing with the misdemeanor offense requiring two to
three days in jail. The City is looking at potential savings on the smaller percentage
of inmates that are costing the community money.
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Mrs. Medlicott asked about additional unanticipated charges such as for City staff
transportation to Chelan. Mr. Green restated that inmate transportation costs are
included. Only in special circumstances would the City incur additional transportation
costs.
Mr. Welch asked if this arrangement with Chelan County would preclude the City
from using Jefferson County. Sgt. Green said he would encourage the City to
maintain the Jefferson County contract if it elects to use the local facility.
Public Comment: There was none.
Mr. Benskin said he believes the suggested action is premature and that this matter
should be referred to Public Safety Committee for further review and consideration
as well as returning to Council with a contract.
Motion: Mr. Benskin moved to refer this matter of an interlocal agreement with other
agencies for housing jail prisoners to the Public Safety Committee. Mr. Walker
seconded.
Ms. Robinson agreed with Mr. Walker that family visits and a support network is
important when faced with crisis and contemplating change. Moving inmates out of
the community can be harmful, but can also be helpful. She is willing to support this
effort as simply an additional option.
Ms. Sandoval agreed this action is premature, but does not believe this matter is
ready to go to committee. She too sees this as an option the City Manager is
exploring to control costs. While she applauds the concept, she would rather leave it
to the City Manager to have further discussions with County Administrator about
setting the rates and find out what might happen to the City's base costs.
Mrs. Medlicott pointed out that this matter was already before the Council General
Government committee and has now come back to Council. She would not support
this matter going back to committee.
Mr. Walker said it would seem that Mr. Timmons could address these questions
through the Public Safety Committee rather than full Council.
Vote on Motion: The motion failed, 2-4, by voice vote. Mrs. Medlicott, Ms. Robinson,
Ms. Sandoval, and Mr. Welch voting against.
Motion: Mrs. Medlicott moved to authorize the City Manager to execute Interlocal
Agreements with other agencies for housing jail prisoners. Ms. Robinson seconded.
Ms. Sandoval continued to express concern that this action to authorize City
Manager is premature until there are further discussions with the County
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Administrator about shared jail expenses. There is not yet a clear idea of what would
happen to the base rate or the term of the contract with Chelan.
Mr. Timmons responded that the point of contact has been the County Administrator
and he has relied on him to share this information as is appropriate within the
County. He met with Mr. Fischbach and Alan Sartin about interlocal agreements.
This year, the City agreed to produce the interlocal agreements and they were
delivered to John Fischbach to initiate the discussions. The County sets the rates
and the formulas and they proposed the base rate plus to arrive at the fixed cost of
operating the jail. Because the courts set the jail time and have become more and
more strict, the City began to look at this option because it was not getting the
desired response from the County. This option with Chelan would be used on a
discretionary basis. The County could also counter offer and we could use this as an
additional tool in determining the best approach for dealing with the individual
prisoner. He mentioned potential legislation that would allow a court to charge a
prisoner for the cost.
Ms. Robinson proposed an amendment to the motion to include tasking the City
Manager to continue to engage in dialog with the County. Her request is to make it
clear and upfront that there is a desire for continuing dialog, not that she was
implying the City Manager was not doing his job.
AMENDED MOTION: Mrs. Medlicott accepted the amendment to authorize the City
Manager to execute Interlocal Agreements with other agencies for housing jail
prisoners and urge the City Manager to continue to engage in dialog with the County
on a rate structure.
Mr. Walker continued to express concern about the negative effects of removing
long-term misdemeanor inmates from this County.
Mr. Welch said he believes it is important to support this motion, which does not
obligate the City to contract with Chelan. He thinks it is appropriate for the Public
Safety Committee to look at some of these options. Mr. Timmons agreed to add this
as an item to track with the Public Safety Committee.
Vote on Motion: The motion carried 4-2, by voice vote, with Mr. Walker and Mr.
Benskin voting against.
SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT CHARGES DEFERRAL AMENDMENT
ORDINANCE 2910, AMENDING SECTION 13.03.110 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DEFERRAL OF SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
CHARGE DEFERRALS
City Attorney John Watts briefed Council on the potential change to Ordinance 2910
which would enact amendments to the System Development Charge program for
low income persons. The changes were outlined in the material provided in the
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packet. It is expected there would be no more than 3-4 deferrals a year, which would
amount to a General Fund contribution of around $20K for deferrals. If the original
home buyer stays in the house for 10 years, then after ten years the program would
not require repayment. Also, if the original buyer sells to a qualifying buyer, within 10
years, the deferral would stay in affect. Only if the house were sold outside of a low-
income eligible person, would the City recover the deferred SDC without interest.
The Community Development and Land Use Committee recommended this proposal
and the Council approved first reading of the Ordinance last fall.
Mr. Walker noted that this would require an individual to go through an organization.
Mr. Watts agreed that a single owner would not qualify, because the 501 (c)3
nonprofit is the applying agency and also does the eligibility qualification.
Mrs. Medlicott asked about the possibility of raising, but not removing the $15K per
year City maximum. Mr. Timmons responded that system development charges
would have a budget impact, but it would be manageable. The limit was set
somewhat arbitrarily, but it is not believed to be a detrimental budget impact.
There was no public comment.
Motion: Ms. Sandoval moved for second reading and approval of Ordinance 2910,
amending Section 13.03. 110 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code Relating to
Deferral of System Development Charge Deferrals. Ms. Robinson seconded the
motion.
Ms. Sandoval noted that she and Mr. Benskin sat on the Community Development
and Land Use Committee and they believe that the City needs to take action on the
issue of affordable housing. She hopes there are more applications.
Mr. Benskin commented that the City is not set up to do the eligibility qualification, so
the agency performs this important function.
Vote on Motion: The motion carried unanimously, 6-0, by voice vote.
POTENTIAL SURPLUS PROPERTY (APPROXIMATELY 1.4 ACRES CONSISTING
OF TAX LOT 84 AND REMANT OF TAX LOT 63 LOCATED EAST OF WALKER
STREET ACROSS FROM THE GOLF COURSE AND ADJACENT TO GRACE
LUTHERAN CHURCH)
Mr. Timmons reviewed the material provided in the agenda packet. The City would
need to do more due diligence and get Council authorization before moving forward
with the title review, current survey, resolving conflicts with current uses and access
issues, obtaining an appraisal, etc. He recognized there might also be an opportunity
to work with adjacent property owners on a resolution of their impacts. Council's
acceptance of the recommendation would only put this item into the City's work plan.
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He distributed to Council an aerial photograph of the area. The largest impact from
the property is the church.
Mr. Walker asked how the City acquired these parcels. Mr. Timmons noted that this
is one reason a title search is needed.
Mark Dembro, President of Grace Lutheran Church, said members are asking
Councilors to vote against this motion. He spoke of their care of this land, which has
extensive and multiple public uses. They are not asking for any special permission
for parking. He asked how a surplus of this property would fit with the proposed use
of "for municipal purposes only." Given the public use of the land, he encouraged
saving the City staff time and the public money by not surplusing this land for private
development.
Bruce Cowan, owner in Block 35 of Webster's Addition, said that while he and his
wife are not against the golf course improvements, this land serves valuable public
functions. He noted that Cherry Street encroaches on the potential surplus property
and there is space for bike lanes, sidewalks and providing further public pathways.
He spoke against City Council taking action. If so, he asked that they not spend a lot
of money on an expensive appraisal and consider all current and proposed uses. He
suggested Council consider other possible funding.
Harold Rogers, of 211 Willow, spoke about leaving this area without further
development. If it is sold, it should not be sold to a developer, but to those in the
area.
Jack Hutton, who owns adjacent rental property, believes the property should be left
as it is. The most charming areas of Port Townsend are the green spaces. A sale of
the property would cause a termination of Cass Street and the church would have to
come through Cass to get to their parking lot.
There was no further public comment.
Ms. Robinson asked about restricted use of the property as mentioned. Mr.
Timmons said this would be part of the discovery mentioned earlier. The points
made by property owners are good and require further consideration. Ms. Robinson
asked what would minimally be required to do further investigations and proposed
an investigation of the restricted uses is what she would propose.
Mr. Walker suggested an investigation of current uses and perhaps doing more
brainstorming of the potential public uses on this property.
Mr. Benskin agreed with Ms. Robinson and Mr. Walker. He wonders why this is
before Council without some title work. He would support continuing the community
use and would like more information about the property before the City begins any
sort of process.
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Mrs. Medlicott asked to see minutes and be able to read about Council action a year
ago. Her recollection is that the action was to surplus the property using proceeds
for infrastructure needs at the golf course. Mr. Timmons noted that the Council voted
to accept and approve the Committee's recommendations in total but the surplusing
of property was discussed as a separate item. The first priority was the Golf Course
lease. The reason this item is coming back is because this item is not currently
included in this year's Staff work plan.
Ms. Sandoval recognized Council approved the previous recommendation by the
Task Force. She believes that in the best of both worlds that this is best left as open
space and left alone. Because of the needs for funds for the golf course, and the
need for parks and open space, street improvements, etc., the community as a
whole will have to understand and look at all of our priorities, one of which is open
space. She suggested breaking this apart and doing a preliminary investigation
including a title review. Also believes there might be an opportunity for win-win by
looking at options such as not surplusing the whole piece, but just one buildable lot.
A sale of even one lot might provide funding for golf course capital expenditures.
Ms. Robinson asked a clarifying question about top tax parcel 1 05. Mr. Timmons
provided further explanation that this portion should probably be designated as a
right of way. He noted that the property is zoned residential.
Mr. Welch said his concern is that with the lack of information there also comes a
certain amount of vulnerability. He would support doing preliminary research on
deed restrictions, etc.
Mr. Walker is concerned that the Task Force recommended selling capital assets for
improvements, but believes this should comes from generating revenues at the golf
course. He is uncertain why this action should only benefit the golf course.
Mrs. Medlicott said since there is concern about incurring costs, she asked for the
estimated cost of obtaining an appraisal. Mr. Timmons said he would not
recommend a $2-3K appraisal, until Staff finishes due diligence on the future use of
property. Because of the significant number of issues, he wants to make sure
Council concurs before we start allocating time and resources.
Motion: Ms. Sandoval moved to task Staff with investigating the title and potential
deed restrictions on this property and bringing this information, including the cost of
survey, cost of the appraisal, and the cost and time frame of a short plat if we decide
to create one lot as opposed to selling one piece of property. Ms. Robinson
seconded. The motion carried, 5-1, by voice vote with Mr. Benskin voting against.
RECESS
Mayor Welch called a recess at 8: 15 for the purpose of a break.
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RECONVENE
The meeting was reconvened at 8:25 p.m.
RESOLUTION 06-007, AUTHORIZING INTERFUND LOAN TO THE FIRE AND
EMS FUND FROM THE EQUIPMENT RENTAL REVOLVING FUND
Mr. Timmons and Finance Director Michael Legarsky reviewed the packet materials
and explained fund reserves and the use of interfund loan transfers. He also
provided an explanation of the function of the Equipment Rental Revolving (ERR)
Fund, which covers the rolling stock of fire trucks, dump trucks, and all vehicles the
City owns. Each department rents the piece of the equipment to the user fund, which
puts money into the ERR fund for future purchases.
Ms. Sandoval asked about the relationship between this and the next agenda item.
Mr. Legarsky said the Interfund Loan is large enough so that the next item on the
subject of the ERR Fund would not significantly impact the fiscal nature of the fund.
Staff would not do anything to jeopardize the ERR fund.
Ms. Robinson asked about the need for these expenditures. Mr. Timmons and Mr.
Legarsky responded that the expenses to be covered are part of the costs of the Fire
Station building and maintenance costs, including the antennae, which was part of
Council's approval of supplemental budget.
Mrs. Medlicott asked if this would impact the timing of fire district consolidation. Mr.
Legarsky responded that this transfer has nothing to do with the fire district
operations. It is strictly a cash flow issue. Mr. Timmons stated the goal is to begin to
bring the remaining district consolidation issues before Council in June (transfer of
equipment, lease of the building, payroll and personnel issues).
Mr. Welch asked what the options are to approving this action - not paying the bill or
going for a bank loan, which Mr. Timmons confirmed.
Motion: Mr. Walker moved to approve Resolution 06-007, Authorizing Interfund
Loan to the Fire and EMS Fund from the Equipment Rental Revolving Fund. Mrs.
Medlicott seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL FUND RATE STUDY
Finance Manager Michael Legarsky reviewed the agenda explained the material in
the agenda packet on Equipment Rental Revolving Fund and the desire for
Equipment Rental Fund Rate Study.
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Mr. Timmons explained this ERR fund rate study would provide an opportunity to
receive an actuarial projection during fire district consolidation as well as provide an
opportunity to look at future scenarios such as whether to manage the vehicles as a
rolling fleet within the district and explore mobile technologies. Under consolidation,
the City would transfer the depreciated value on fire vehicles, but the accumulated
reserves would stay with the City. This value would then support the rest of the
City's fleet.
Mr. Welch asked if an outside analysis is necessary rather than doing the study
internally. Mr. Legarsky noted the benefits of drawing from experience of company
working with other cities. Depending on the outcome of the study, he might have to
come back to Council with a supplemental budget because of the potential impact to
the departments.
Mr. Walker asked whether the City expects to gain $20-30K in benefit from the
study. Mr. Legarsky and Mr. Timmons responded that with more accurate the
information there could be broad financial implication. You want to ensure the
formulas the City is currently using are accurate.
Mr. Walker asked if there should be any concern for how the Fire District could cover
replacement of the rolling stock assets. Mr. Legarsky said typically the district would
go out for a bond issue and the voters are very supportive, so he would not be
concerned.
Mr. Benskin asked where the money would come from to do the study. Mr. Legarsky
noted that this would be an expense of the ERR fund.
Motion: Ms. Sandoval moved to authorize the City Manager to sign the contract for
ERR Fund Rental Rate analysis services with FCS Group. Mr. Benskin seconded
the motion.
Ms. Sandoval said that given the size of the fund, it is a small percentage to ensure
the fund is being run in the appropriate manner.
Mr. Welch concurred with the concern of the study cost, but recognized the
significant impact to the taxpayer if the City has used inaccurate estimates for
equipment replacement.
The motion carried unanimously 6-0, by voice vote.
WATER/SEWER COST OF SERVICE ANALYSIS
Mr. Timmons explained the material provided in the packet on the subject of utilizing
the firm of FCS to perform a cost of service analysis. He noted that there would be
further Council policy discussion on the appropriate model to use.
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Mr. Legarsky mentioned that Council received a copy of the 2003 contract with FCS
when they performed a utility rate study. Another contract would need to be
negotiated for the cost of service analysis, which the City has never had before. He
said the estimated cost is $25K, which would come from the Water/Sewer Utility
Funds.
Mr. Timmons agreed to return to Council with the actual cost and review of the
process.
Motion: Mayor Welch moved to authorize the City Manager to amend the contract
for utility cost of service analysis completion with FCS Group and to bring the
contract and scope back to Council for review and approval. Mr. Walker seconded
the motion. The motion carried unanimously, 6-0, by voice vote.
ORDINANCE 2922, DELAYING THE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR BICYCLE HELMET
REQUIREMENTS IN ORDINANCE 2906 FOR CITY SKATE PARK
Mr. Timmons reviewed the materials in the packet, noting that a provision that was
not discussed initially was that mandatory helmet requirements include the
skateboard park. While he believes it behooves users to wear safety equipment,
there are enforcement concerns. If we have the enforcement provision and then fail
to enforce, we would increase the City's liability. He also talked about whether to
continue the mixed use of the park by skaters and bicyclists. He is willing to allow
the mixed use, but then let the users sort out their issues and bring forward a
recommendation if it becomes a problem. He is also recommending lifting the
mandatory helmet provision to avoid the confrontation at the initial opening. While
the park would open for use, he talked about delaying the official dedication
ceremony until the Rhododendron Festival.
Mr. Welch asked if there is any jeopardy to not enforcing the recreational immunity.
Mr. Watts responded with an explanation of "recreational immunity," which is State
law. If there were a helmet requirement and it was not enforced, you might open
yourself to potential litigation. Until Council figures out how it would deal with the
helmet law overall, it would be better not to have this interim requirement.
Chief Daily stated his concern that helmet enforcement would require constant
police presence at the facility. Similar to bicycle helmets, he would rather that the
first police officer contact with youth not be about a citation for skating without a
helmet. Since there is a lot of anticipation and enthusiasm around the opening, he
suggested a focus on safety education and examples about how to use the
equipment.
Ms. Sandoval asked whether the helmet issue applies to bicycles as well as
skateboarders. Mr. Timmons said this liability applies to a park facility that is open to
the public where there is no fee. Outside the park, Mr. Watts responded that the
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Recreational Immunity would likely not apply outside the facility. However, the issue
of failure to enforce helmets for skateboarders would apply.
Mr. Walker noted that when he was on the Parks Advisory Board, they did a lot of
research on the recreational immunities law, and believes it covered any public or
private operation as long as you did not charge a fee. He believes this is one of the
most broad immunities act in the nation. Mr. Timmons responded that City code
currently prohibits skating in the street and on sidewalks.
Motion: Mr. Walker moved to waive Council Rules approving the first and second
reading of Ordinance 2922, delaying the effective date for mandatory helmet
requirements at the skate park; this motion includes direction to the City Manager
not to enforce the mandatory helmet provisions in Ordinance 2906 pending action on
Ordinance 2922.Ms. Robinson seconded.
Mayor noted that this matter is in the Council In Box and at the next workshop
meeting where the In Box would be discussed and the Council could consider
whether to reconsider the Helmet Ordinance in total. Mr. Watts added that unless
and until Council takes some action, the current helmet requirement for bicycles
throughout the City would come into effect in 18 months from December 2005.
Mrs. Medlicott stated that she is becoming increasingly concerned about skateboard
safety not only for pedestrians. She would like to encourage some enforcement of
skateboard activities outside the park.
Ms. Sandoval stated that she is hopeful that with the opening of the park, the energy
will be redirected into the skateboard facility.
Vote on Motion: The motion carried unanimously, 6-0, by roll call.
Mr. Welch suggested it might be helpful to get youth together in an advisory board to
address park issues. Mr. Timmons said there are individuals who are trying to get
this together.
Mr. Benskin mentioned that he is bothered with recent vandalism at the park. Mr.
Timmons noted that similar to Port Angeles, he believes self-policing will begin to
work.
PRESIDING OFFICER'S REPORT
Mr. Welch asked for Council consent on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
pursuing the Haller Fountain project mentioned by Barbara McColgan Pastore. He
clarified that they are seeking private funding. Mr. Timmons added that with Council
approval to move forward, they would start a capital campaign to make the
improvements.
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Mr. Walker said he would like to see the City also contribute to this effort.
Ms. Sandoval stated that while she is in favor, she would like to know what Council
would be approving. Mr. Timmons said there was Council approval of a conceptual
fundraising process, so he would recommend Staff return with a written plan and
commitment that could then be endorsed by Council before proceeding, which would
then authorize the official kick off to begin.
Mr. Benskin noted that this would include using the City's tax-exempt status. Mr.
Timmons agreed that this be formalized into a structured agreement. This plan
would be from Washington Street up the hill, not from Washington Street to Union
Wharf, which would be a separate proposal. Staff would return with an agenda item
that would describe the plan.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Mr. Timmons reviewed the hiring and selection process for the position of Planning
Director for which Rick Sepler was selected.
STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
Transportation Committee minutes were included in the agenda packet.
SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT OR FUTURE AGENDAS
Reschedule In Box meeting and finish Council Workshop.
Joint meeting with the Board of County Commissioners to discuss next steps on a
metropolitan parks district and the response by the Trust for Public Lands.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 9:43, Mayor Welch announced the Council would retire to Executive session to
discuss pending litigation for approximately ten minutes. He added there would be
no action anticipated following the session.
RECONVENE
The Meeting was reconvened at 9:54.
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ADJOURN
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
Minutes by:
Joanna Sanders
Legal Assistant
Attest:
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City Clerk
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