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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 01/09/1979 I I I 119 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington January 9, 1979 I CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Haguewood at 7:30 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Haguewood, CQuncilmen Anderson, Boardman, Buck, Duncan, Hordyk, Wray. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Whorton, Attorney Miller, Deputy Clerk Caso. D. Flodstrom, A. Rose, M. Cleland, J. Honnold, D. Frizzell, P. Carr, R. Orton. Guests Present: L. Sunny, P. Brady, H. Berglund. III MINUTES councilman Anderson moved the Council accept and place the minutes of the December 13 and 19, 1978 meetings. seconded by Councilman Duncan and carried. on file as received The motion was IV LEGISLATION 1. ORDINANCE: POLICE DEPARTMENT Mayor Haguewood introduced and read by title Ordinance No. 2011 entitled, Ordinance No. 20ll AN ORDINANCE establishing a position clas- sification and pay plan for the Police De- partment employees and providing for the payment thereof for the year 1979. Councilman Wray moved the Council adopt the foregoing Ordinance as read by title by Mayor Haguewood. The motion was seconded by Council- man Hordyk and carried unanimously. 2. ORDINANCE: FIRE DEPARTMENT Mayor Haguewood introduced and read by title Ordinance No. 2012 entitled, Ordinance No. 2012 AN ORDINANCE establishing a position clas- sification and pay plan for the Fire Depart- ment and providing for the payment thereof for the year 1979. Councilman Hordyk moved the Council adopt the foregoing Ordinance as read by title by Mayor Haguewood. The motion was seconded by Council- man Boardman and carried unanimously. ,,',' ',.,> 120 CITY COUNCIL MEETING January 9, 1979 IV LEGISLATION 3. RESOLUTIONS: INTERFUND LOANS A. sanitation Fund Mayor Haguewood introduced and read by title Resolution No. l-79 entitled, Resolution No. 1-79 I A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles authorizing an interfund loan of $ll5,000 from the Current Expense Fund to the San- itation Fund. Councilman Buck moved the Council adopt the foregoing Resolution as read by title by Mayor Haguewood. The motion was seconded by Councilman Boardman and carried with Councilman Hordyk voting UNO. n B. Equipment Rental Mayor Haguewood introduced and read by title Resolution No. 2-79 entitled, Resolution No. 2-79 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles authorizing an inter fund loan from the Current Expense Fund to the Equipment Rental Fund. Councilman Buck moved the Council adopt the foregoing Resolution I as read by title by Mayor Haguewood. The motion was seconded by Councilman Boardman and carried unanimously. 4. REAL ESTATE AGREEMENT: CITY/GRINNELL Mayor Haguewood read a memorandum from Public Works Director Flodstrom explaining the tentative agreement which has been reached between the City and Mr. Fred Grinnell, whereby the City would give title to four lots on 11th Street in exchange for Mr. Grinnell's property on lOth and Race Streets consisting of l~ lots, with building, plus $l2,000. In his memorandum, Mr. Flodstrom proposed the house be removed from the lot, right of way established on the east side of Race Street, and the City sell the remaining 7,000 square foot plus lot as a residential building site. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council authorize Mayor Haguewood to sign the proposed agreement with Mr. Grinnell, and proceed with the project. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wray and carried. 5. EXTENSION OF WATER CONTRACT: CITY/PUD Mayor Haguewood read a memorandum from the Public Works Department informing the Council that the contract between the City and the PUD, which covers the sale of City water to the PUD, did expire December 31, 1978, and requesting a six month extension of the terms I and conditions of the present contract in order to answer certain questions before contract negotiations begin. Councilman Buck then moved the Council authorize a six month ex- tension of the terms and conditions of the present water contract between the City and the PUD. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wray and carried. I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING January 9, 1979 121 IV LEGISLATION 6. REVIEW OF CITY BUSINESS LICENSE STUDY Mayor Haguewood read a memorandum from Manager whorton which outlined the conclusions and alternatives set forth in the comprehensive study of the business licensing policies of the City which was presented to the Council in June, 1978 by the Administrative Services Department. It was Manager Whorton's recommendation that the Council direct the City staff to prepare a draft Ordinance governing licensing of businesses and professions and then set a public hearing on the proposed Ordinance. Guidelines for developing this proposed Ordinance could include ex- pansion of the coverages in the present Ordinances to include all businesses and professions, including home occupations, not exempted by the State, at a fixed fee of $25.00 per year without regard to type of business or sales volume; all licenses to be on an annual basis be- ginning July 1st, wi:th'a prorated fee for' businesses starting up after July 1st: provisions which would allow the Council to waive license fees for annual, short term business enterprises, i.e. Fishing Derby, Salmon Bake, Rotary Romper, etc.; and, a slightly higher rate of fee schedule for itinerant merchants, peddlers, etc. because they present more of a police problem. Councilman Buck then moved the Council direct the staff to prepare a draft Ordinance governing licensing of businesses and professions. The motion was seconded by Councilman Boardman. During discussion on the motion, the Council discussed lower fees for home occupations, licensing for regulation rather than revenue, and the exclusion of industries for licensing. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council table this agenda item to a work session. The motion died for lack of a second. On call for the question, the motion to direct staff to prepare a draft business license Ordinance was passed by the Council with Councilmen Hordyk and Wray voting "NO." 7. UTILITIES CONSULTING GROUP Mayor Haguewood read a letter from the City of Cheney proposing that several small cities in the State of Washington, including Port Angeles, form either a formal or informal group to exchange ideas and information concerning regulations in pending Legislation in regard to small munici- pally owned light utilities. Following a brief discussion with Light Superintendent Honnold concerning the benefits of such a group. Council- man Hordyk suggested attending the first meeting to find out what their intensions are, how they plan on becoming effective, etc., but reserve judgement on final membership. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council authorize a representative from the City to attend a meeting of the proposed group. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wray and carried. V ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE NOT ON THE AGENDA None. VI FINANCE 1. CONSIDERATION OF BIDS: CITY/COUNTY FUEL & PETROLEUM PRODUCTS Councilman Hordyk moved the Council award the bids for purchase of 1979 fuel and petroleum products to the low bidders as follows: gasoline - Chevron; diesel fuel - Peninsula Fuel Co.: lubricating oil - Union 76: heating oil (for Port Angeles) - Oil Heat Co. of Port Angeles; heating oil (for Sequim) - peninsula Fuel Co.; and stove oil (for Forks) - Peninsula Fuel Co. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried. 122 CITY COUNCIL MEETING January 9, 1979 VII CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Hordyk moved the Council accept the items listed under the Consent Agenda including Vouchers Payable of $114,634.76, LID's of $76,800 and Payroll of $l3l,253.28. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buck. During discussion on the motion, Councilmen Hordyk and Wray questioned Finance Director Orton regarding the City's insurance policies and a "miscellaneous" charge of $44.70 in a bill from CH2M/Hill on the Elwha River Water Project. Councilman Hordyk then moved to amend his motion to read that CH2M/Hill's bill be removed from the Consent Agenda and I not paid until an explanation is received in regard to the "miscellaneous" charge. The motion as amended was seconded by Councilman Wray and carried. Items listed under the Consent Agenda are as follows: 1. Approval of a letter from Manager Whorton to Craig L. Miller appointing him City Attorney effective January l, 1979. 2. Approval of a letter from Manager Whorton to Nathan G. Richardson Jr. appointing him Assistant City Attorney effective January l, 1979. 3. Authorize payment of $21,069.62 to Henkles & McCoy, Inc. for the 12.5 conversion at Boulevard and viewcrest. 4. Authorize the Public Works Department to call for bids for the removal of the building located on the Municipal pier site. 5. Authorize the Public Works Department to call for bids on landfill salvage and recycling. 6. Authorize the Administrative Services Deaprtment to call for bids for replacement equipment. 7. Authorize the Parks & Recreation Department to call for bids for one large gang type lawn mower. 8. Notification has been received from the Washington State Liquor Control Board of a transfer of license from Beatrice Jean Runnion to Lyle V. Beaudette re the Little Brick Tavern. I VIII LATE ITEMS I. RESOLUTION RE ROAD RESTRICTIONS Mayor Haguewood introduced and read by title Resolution No. 3-79 entitled, Resolution No. 3-79 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles placing restrictibns on City streets and alleys. Councilman Hordyk moved the Council adopt the foregoing Resolution as read by title by Mayor Haguewood. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buck. During discussion on the motion, City Engineer Rose pointed out to the Council that these restrictions are patterned after the State and County load restrictions and are in the best interest of the City because of the potential for damage that could be done to City streets and alleys due to recent severe weather conditions. On call for the question, the motion was passed unanimously by the Council. 2. I DETOXIFICATION TREATMENT AGREEMENT City Attorney Craig Miller briefly explained this proposed detoxification treatment agreement to the Council, pointing out the inter-relationship between the cities of Port Angeles and Sequim, Clallam County, Olympic Memorial Hospital, and the Clallam County Alcohol Center, what services are to be provided by the hospital for detoxification treatment, and the need for detoxification services as a part of "an approved alcohol program. " CITY COUNCIL MEETING January 9, 19I9 123 VIII LATE ITEMS 2. Cont. I Following Mr. Miller's presentation, Mayor Haguewood, Councilman Hordyk and Attorney Miller discussed the City's roie in the pro- vision of detoxification treatment under the Uniform Alcoholism and Intoxification Treatment Act. Councilman Buck then moved the Council enter into this agreement for detixification treatment. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried with Councilman Hordyk voting "NO." 3. OILPORT TASK FORCE BUDGET Manager Whorton briefly reviewed the proposed Oilport Task Force budget as follows: Coordinator (6 months) - $8,000; part-time secretary - $2,500; fringe benefits - not to exceed $1,890; office supplies - $300; operating supplies (publications) - $150; professional services - $5,500; communications - $1,100; transportation - $860; machinery and equipment - $200. Total budget - $20,500. Councilman Anderson then moved the Council accept the Oilport Task Force Budget as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buck and carried. VIX STAFF REPORTS 1. Councilman Hordyk: Reported on his recent visit to the Portland, Maine oilport facility. Requested he be appointed to the Oilport Task Force Board. Commented on the salary increases which were passed by Ordinance as the December 19, 1978 Council meeting. I 2. Councilman wray: Agreed with Councilman Hordyk's comments regarding the recent salary increases. Requested the Police Department look into the use of sidewalks for display of vehicles by used car dealers. Mentioned that he had received complaints from citizens concerning City employees parking all day in the parking lot to the east of City Hall and requested Manager Whorton look into this matter. Stated that in the past few weeks generators have been exceeding their capacities and urged citizens to conserve energy. 3. Mayor Haguewood: Noted that the City of Port Angeles was presented a Humanitarian Award from the Evergreen Safety Council for over 90% training in Defensive Driving. 4. Councilman Anderson, Clarified his position on the City Landfill operations. Invited. the Council to read a recent article in Time magazine regarding the deficit of trade between the U.S. and Japan. 5. Manager whorton: Discussed the salary increases with Councilman Hordyk. X ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M. to an Executive Session. I ,luk"~_~ e .~~ City Clerk ~~