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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 02/19/2013• 1 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington February 19, 2013 CALL TO ORDER - SPECIAL MEETING Mayor Kidd called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at 5:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Kidd, Deputy Mayor Collins, Councilmembers Bruch, Di Guilio, Downie, Mania, and Nelson. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: City Manager McKeen, Attorney Bloor, B. Olson, and N. West. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Based on input from Attorney Bloor, Mayor Kidd announced the need for an Executive Session, under the authority of RCW 42.30.110(1)(i), to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel for approximately 45 minutes. In attendance: All City Councilmembers, Manager McKeen, Attorney Bloor, N. West, and B. Olson. Councilmember Bruch departed Executive Session for the first item of discussion, and returned for the remainder of Executive Session. Executive Session convened at 5:04 p.m., for 45 minutes. RETURN TO OPEN SESSION The Executive Session concluded at 5:46 p.m. No action taken. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING: Mayor Kidd called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Kidd, Deputy Mayor Collins, Councilmembers Bruch, Di Guilio, Downie, Mania, and Nelson. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: City Manager McKeen, Attorney Bloor, Deputy Clerk Pierce, B. Olson, G. Cutler, N. West, T. Gallagher, K. Dubuc, C. Delikat, J. Burke, M. Puntenney, R. Korcz, and D Bellemente. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember Nelson led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. PORT ANGELES CITY COUNCIL MEETING — FEBURARY 19, 2013 CEREMONIAL MATTERS, PROCLAMATIONS & EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONS • 1. Dr. Sandep Kandhwal / Peninsula College - Fulbright Scholar -In- Residence Mayor Kidd introduced Sophia Iliakis Doherty, Director of International Student & Faculty Services from Peninsula College. Doherty introduced Dr. Sandep Kandwhal, a Fulbright Scholar -In- Residence at Peninsula College. Dr. Kandwhal spoke regarding the process for him to come from India through the efforts of former Peninsula College President Thomas Keegan and noted appreciation for receiving such a warm welcome from the community. • PUBLIC COMMENT Peter Ripley of 114 E. 6th Street, Port Angeles, spoke regarding suggestions for the Landfill. Jody Moss of 73 Bridge Lane, Port Angeles, Executive Director of United Way of Clallam County, expressed thanks to the Council for their continued funding support. CONSENT AGENDA It was moved by Nelson and seconded by Downie to approve the Consent Agenda to include: 1. City Council Minutes for. January 29, and February 5, 2013 2. Expenditure Approval List: 1/26/13 to 2/8/13 for $2,879,366 78 3 Clallam Economic Development Council (EDC) / 2013 Contract 4. Equipment Purchase / Electrical Utility Safety Equipment S. Emergency Notification System /Interlocal Agreement with Clallam County 6. Resolution No 01 -13, setting a hearing date of March 5, 2013 for consideration of Street Vacation Petition STV13 -01 - Lindley, Hazel /Spruce Avenue Alley Motion carried 7 -0. RESOLUTIONS NOT REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Waterfront Transportation Improvement Plan Sponsorship Policy Community & Economic Development Department Director West explained the community interest in potential sponsorship opportunities via tax - deductible donations for the West End Park and other components of the entire project. Council discussion followed. Mayor Kidd read the Resolution by title, entitled, RESOLUTION NO. 02 -13 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, adopting the Waterfront and Transportation Improvement Plan (WTIP) Sponsorship Policy and Procedures. It was moved by Downie and seconded by Collins to: Pass the Resolution as read by title Motion carried 7 -0. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS 1. Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Update Using PowerPoint slides, City Engineer Puntenney gave a presentation on the status of the CSO Phase 1 Project including change orders and Phase 2 design startup. Council discussion followed. 2. Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) Update Using PowerPoint slides, Fire Chief Dubuc gave a presentation to update Council on the importance and organization of the CEMP, and specific roles of Councilmembers. Council discussion followed. Page 2 of 3 • • PORT ANGELES CITY COUNCIL MEETING — FEBURARY 19, 2013 FINANCE 1. Equipment Purchase: Trucks for Street, Parks, and Light Divisions Public Works & Utilities Department Director Cutler reviewed the bidding process, noting local auto dealers were invited to bid. Bid results include an adjustment to reflect the amount of sales tax the City would receive in determining the lowest responsible bidder. Council discussion followed. It was moved by Di Guilio and seconded by Nelson to: Award and authorize the City Manager to sign contracts and appropriate documents to purchase the listed trucks from the lowest responsible bidder: 1 13,700 gvw 2wd flatbed from Ruddell Auto Molitor a total price of $31, 414.30, 2. 16,500 gvw 4x4 bare chassis from Price Ford for a total price of $34,131.80, 3. 16,500 gvw 4x4 with flatbed from Price Ford for a total price of $43, 316.95, and 4. 19,500 gvw 2wd bare chassis from Price Ford for a total price of $44,240 90. Council discussion followed. Motion carried 7 -0. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Bruch noted an upcoming Cancer Event at the Vern Burton and a movie featured at the Heritage Center. Deputy Mayor Collins reported attending meetings in Olympia with Association of Washington Cities (AWC). Mayor Kidd reported attending the AWC Legislative Conference with Councilmember Bruch and Manager McKeen; concerns regarding obtaining Public Works Trust Fund loans; the need for further funding support for the Landfill Stabilization Project and the Harbor Sediments Study; and importance of encouraging our legislators to include funding in the State Budget. Councilmember Downie reported attending the Project Homeless Connect and co- chairing the cruise ship committee in preparation for American Cruise Lines making 13 stops in Port Angeles. Councilmember Mania reported he will be the speaker at the upcoming Green Party Regional Conference in Sequim. INFORMATION Manager McKeen noted the various reports included in the packet; his attendance at the AWC Conference and meeting with our State Legislators to continue requesting their support for funding for environmental projects, the importance of the Public Works Trust Fund loans, and the commitment of our Legislators to work towards keeping funding in the State Budget. Council discussion followed. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Kidd adjourned the meeting at 7:38 p.m. C\ ' it js Cherie Kidd, Mayor Page 3 of 3 Tere a Pierce, Deputy City Clerk