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CALL TO ORDER -
SPECIAL MEETING:
Interview Candidates for
Vacant Positions on
Planning Commission
ADJOURN SPECIAL
MEETING:
CALL TO ORDER-
REGULAR MEETING:
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Port Angeles, Washington
January 15,2008
Mayor Rogers called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at
5:00 p.m.
Interview Candidates for Vacant Positions on Planning Commission:
The City Council interviewed the following candidates for the Planning Commission: Tim
Boyle, Donella Pratt, John Smith, Cody Coughenour, and Max Mania.
The special meeting was adjourned at 5:53 p.m.
Mayor Rogers called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at
6:02 p.rn., welcoming new Councilmembers Perry, Di Guilio, and Kidd.
Members Present:
Mayor Rogers, Deputy Mayor Williams, Councilmembers
Braun, Di Guilio, Kidd, Perry, and Wharton.
Members Absent:
None.
StafJPresent:
Manager Madsen, Attorney Bloor, Clerk Upton, T. Gallagher,
D. McKeen, Y. Ziornkowski, N. West, S. Roberds, S.
McLain, B. Coons, T. Pierce, S. Johns, and D Bellamente.
Public Present:
J. Smith, M. Rauch, S. Newell, D. Luther, D. Pilling, K.
Russell, J. Bums, E. Tuttle, B. Philpott, A. Donnelly, B.
Bayman, J. Nichols, T. Marzullo, L. Butler, B. Maine, K.
Weimer, J. & J. Holcomb, P. Wesley, P. McCarty, E.
Petersen, R. Headrick, P. Pittis, E. Schafer, T. & R. Curry, G.
Munro, B. Booher, and P. Lamoureux. All others present in
the audience failed to sign the roster.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Councilmember Kidd.
Mayor Rogers, at the request of members of the audience, opened the floor to public
comment.
Mike Rauch, President and CEO of Angeles Composites, 609 Milwaukee Drive,
referenced a letter he wrote in support of Karen Rogers as Mayor, and he asked those in
the audience who support the Mayor to stand. Mr. Rauch read aloud a letter from Glenn
Kuller, Director of Advanced Programs at Lockheed Martin, Dallas, Texas, who felt that
Mayor Rogers' able assistance and knowledge were noteworthy. He attributed Mayor
Rogers' efforts as having placed the company and the community at an advantage with
key leaders. Mr. Kuller looks forward to continued collaboration with ACT! and the City
in the pursuit of delivering advanced technology to the hands ofthe war fighters.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 15,2008
PUBLIC COMMENT:
(Cont'd)
Election / Seating of the
Mayor
Jane U shita, Qwest, 1600 7th Avenue, Seattle, was present to hand deliver and read a letter
from Kirk Nelson, State President ofQwest, who cited Mayor Rogers as a key advocate
of economic development. He noted that Qwest began working with Mayor Rogers about
9 years ago, and he recalled the Mayor's involvement in the Portal Project with Unisys.
Although that project did not move forward, he felt the private and public sectors all
joined hands to be part of the City's advocacy team. As a result of that process, Mr.
Nelson indicated that Qwest invested more capital in Port Angeles by deploying high
speed internet access. Qwest has continued to work with Mayor Rogers, and from a
leadership standpoint, Port Angeles has been fortunate to have doors opened on a
national, regional, and local basis. He noted Mayor Rogers' upcoming appointment as
President of the Association of Washington Cities, indicating she has earned the respect
of many across the State.
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Jim McIntyre, 232 Woodland Drive, Sequim, introduced himself as the newly installed
Commissioner of the Port of Port Angeles, representing the east end. He expressed a
pers.onal sentiment that is common amongst all that the Port enjoys opportunities to
partner with the City and looks forward to the days ahead to work together to make
progress for the community.
Ed Tuttle, 3909 Old Time Place, spoke against the reinstatement of Karen Rogers as
Mayor. Mr. Tuttle felt that the Mayor had done the community a disservice, citing the
water agreement for eastern Port Angeles, the reinstatement of Richard Headrick to the
Council, the lack of a vote on fluoride, the suit regarding the Initiative and Referendum
process, and ignoring the public in general.
Thomas Marzullo, 823 W. 16th Street, spoke in support of Karen Rogers for Mayor,
indicating she gives as much time and attention to individual problems of the residents
as she does big issues.
Eloise Kailin, Secretary of Protect the Peninsula's Future, reminded the Council that she
delivered packets to each Councilmember on January 2nd, with regard to additiv~s to the
water. She indicated the problem doesn't just relate to fluoride, but to other additives in
the fluoride as well. She felt the additives don't meet State requirements. Referencing
a book written by the National Research Council on water additives, Ms. Kailin noted
there are many things in fluoride that aren't and haven't been disclosed which, according
to the National Sanitation Foundation, must be disclosed. She then made distribution to
the Council of reprints of pertinent information written by a former worker in the fluoride
industry.
Kathy Charlton, owner of Olympic Cellars, 135 W. Nelson Road, Sequim, echoed the
previous gentleman's remarks about Mayor Rogers being available at any time to help
citizens and businesses. Ms. Charlton has been dealing with the Olympic Committee, and
Mayor Rogers has assisted by making calls to the congressional representatives. She
stated an appreciation for working with Mayor Rogers, as from a business perspective,
a business focus in government is very important. She expressed an appreciation for the
hard decisions that must be made by the Council, and she hoped the Council would
continue to view the bigger picture of where Port Angeles is going in the future.
Walt Schubert, City Councilmember and former Mayor of Sequim, spoke in support of
all of the Councilmembers, extending an open hand to work together regionally in view
of the many problems that are shared between the ~ommunities.
Bill Huizinga, 205 W. Spruce Street, and a member ofthe Sequim City Council, echoed
the feelings ofMr. Schubert, urging all to meet regionally to try and solve regional issues.
Mayor Rogers opened the floor to nominations for the position of Mayor. Deputy
Mayor Williams nominated Karen Rogers for Mayor. Councilmember Kidd
nominated Gary Braun for Mayor. There being no further nominations, a vote was
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Election / Seating of the
Mayor (Cont'd)
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Election / Seating of the
Deputy Mayor
LATE ITEMS TO BE
PLACED ON THIS OR
FUTURE AGENDAS:
PRESENTATIONS,
CEREMONIAL
MATTERS &
PROCLAMA TIONS:
WORK SESSION:
ORDINANCES NOT
REQUIRING PUBLIC
HEARINGS:
UAC Industrial
Representative Ordinance
Amendment
RESOLUTIONS:
OTHER
CONSIDERATIONS:
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Heckman Lease
Amendment
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taken, with Mayor Rogers, Deputy Mayor Williams, and Councilmember Wharton
casting votes for Karen Rogers. Councilmembers Braun, Kidd, Di Guilio, and Perry
cast votes for Gary Braun. Gary Braun, therefore, was elected Mayor for the term,
January 1, 2008 - December 31,2009.
Councilmember Rogers opened the floor to nominations for the position of Deputy
Mayor. Councilmember Di Guilio nominated Betsy Wharton for Deputy Mayor.
There being no further nominations, a vote was taken, and Betsy Wharton was
unanimously elected Deputy Mayor for the term, January 1, 2008 - December 31,
2009.
Gary Braun and Betsy Wharton were then seated as Mayor and Deputy Mayor,
respectively.
Manager Madsen indicated there were no late items to be added to the agenda. He
informed the Council of the need for an Executive Session later in the meeting.
None.
None.
1. Utility Advisory Committee Industrial Representative Ordinance Amendment:
Power Systems Deputy Director McLain eXplained to the Council that there is currently
a limit of two consecutive terms for the citizen member of the UAC who represents the
industrial customers of the City's utilities. In that there is only one industrial utility
customer, Nippon Paper Industries, it is recommended that the term limited be removed.
In the ensuing discussion, it was noted that the language of the amendment appears to
apply to all members of the Utility Advisory Committee, but because the intent is for the
amendment to apply only to the industrial representative, the language should be
modified. It was suggested that the Ordinance provide a definition of what constitutes an
industrial customer, that clarification be provided in that the licensed care representative
can serve two four-year terms, that the industrial representative not be required to be a
City resident, and that consideration be given to increasing the membership of the
committee to add another citizen representative.
Mayor Braun conducted the first reading of the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending Chapter
2:68 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code relating to the Utility
Advisory Committee.
None.
1.
Heckman Lease Amendment:
Manager Madsen briefly summarized the Lease and Management Agreement with
Heckman Motors for the Winter's Garage and associated parcels. In recognition of the
imposition and limitation of use due to construction activity for the Gateway Project, the
proposed amendment abates and reduces the monthly fee due to the City during the term
the property is encumbered by the construction easement. He anticipated the time of
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 15,2008
OTHER
CONSIDERA nONS:
(Cont'd)
Heckman Lease
Amendment (Cont'd)
Planning Commission
Appointments
Appointment of City
Representative to ORCAA
IBEW Labor Contract
Break
PUBLIC HEARINGS -
QUASI-JUDICIAL:
PUBLIC HEARINGS -
OTHER:
Medic I Utility Rate
Adjustment
the fee abatement to be from approximately October, 2007, through May, 2008. Brief
discussion followed on construction impacts to downtown businesses, as well as the loss
of parking spaces due to construction affecting the Harbortowne Mall. Councilmember
Di Guilio moved to approve the amendment and authorize the Mayor to sign the
contract. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Rogers and carried
unanimously.
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2.
Planning Commission Appointments:
The Council opted to defer Planning Commission appointments until after an Executive
Session discussion has been conducted.
3.
Appointment of City Representative to Olympic Region Clean Air Agency:
Mayor Braun advised the Council that former Councilmember Grant Munro expressed
interest in continuing to serve as the City's representative to the Olympic RegioI). Clean
Air Agency. Councilmember Rogers moved to reappoint Grant Munro to serve as
the City representative to the Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA). The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Williams. Deputy Mayor Wharton indicated
she would vote against the motion, based on the vote of the people as relates to Mr.
Munro. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried 6 - 1, with Deputy Mayor
Wharton voting in opposition.
4.
[BEW Labor Contract:
This matter was deferred to Executive Session.
Mayor Braun recessed the meeting for a break at 6:43 p.m. The meeting reconvened at
7:00 p.m.
None.
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Medic [ Utility Rate Adjustment:
With the use of Power Point slides, Fire Chief McKeen discussed the proposed Medic I
Utility rate adjustments, providing history of the Medic I program since its inception in
1984, the invalidation in 2004 of the use of a flat fee by the State Supreme Court, new
legislation passed in 2005 that established guidance in setting rates requiring a cost of
service study, and the 2005 restructuring of the Medic I program to meet the new
statutory requirements. Chief McKeen discussed in depth the process for the cost of
service study, the significant increase in demand for services, and associated revenue
requirements. He noted that the rate reflects an exemption for persons who are Medicaid
eligible. Chief McKeen discussed future challenges in terms of changes to the Medicare
fee schedule, and the fact that increases in calls for service are stretching City resources.
Discussion followed with regard to an increase in calls for the School District, as well as
how much of the increase can be attributed to fuel and maintenance costs, which Chief
McKeen indicated is rather small. Discussion also focused on how simultaneous calls are
handled and the benefits of the volunteer firefighter consolidation with Fire District #2.
Cindy Kelly, Port Angeles School Board member, 2838 Edgewood Drive, approached
the podium and explained that many of the calls for the School District relate to the
increased population of the special needs students.
Mayor Braun conducted a first reading of the Ordinance by title, entitled
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PUBLIC HEARINGS -
OTHER:
(Cont'd)
Medic I Utility Rate
Adjustment (Cont'd)
FINANCE:
Clallam Business
Incubator 2008 Contract
Renewal
Equipment Purchase -
Mobile Air Apparatus
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington
Washington, aIl1ending the monthly EMS utility fee, effective February 15,
2008.
Mayor Braun opened the public hearing at 7:32 p.m.
Liz Butler, 709 S. H Street, representing St. Andrews Place Assisted Living, is a member
of the Utility Advisory Committee. She expressed appreciation that Chief McKeen had
kept her well-informed of the changes; it is nice, as a non-profit, to have the opportunity
to participate in this discussion because of the impact on their budget. She noted St.
Andrews Place currently has a high percentage of Medicaid patients, so it is a win-win
situation for the facility, as well as the patients.
The public hearing was continued to February 5, 2008.
1.
Clal/am Business Incubator 2008 Contract Renewal:
Manager Madsen advised the Council thatthe City contracted with the Clallam Business
Incubator this past year for $80,000. The contract amount for 2008 is recommended at
the level of $100,000.
Jim Haguewood, 705 Christman Place, Clallam Business Incubator, provided an in-depth
history of the Clallam Business Incubator, summarizing the different stages of the
operation and facility, all of which have been designed to stimulate economic
development in the City. He discussed efforts to educate the region about the Incubator
and its benefits, stressing the reduction in business failures. Mr. Haguewood reviewed
the different entities housed at the Lincoln Center: the North Olympic Peninsula Skills
Center, Lincoln High School,. Peninsula College, the Entrepreneur Institute, and the
Business Incubator. A strategic plan was developed with the stakeholders, and it is
currently being distributed to the boards of each of the participating entities. Mr.
Haguewood also discussed the services of the Young Advisors Pool in terms of
accounting, legal, insurance, marketing, computer technology, and the like. He reviewed
the establishment of the> Entrepreneur Institute and the Entrepreneur Challenge and
discussed efforts to building relationships with other organizations.
Discussion followed, and Mr. Haguewood answered questions related to funding from the
City, other organizations, and operations. Further clarification was also provided on the
organization at the time it was established. Deputy Mayor Wharton moved to approve
the 2008 Contract with the Clallam Business Incubator in an amount not to exceed
$100,000 and authorize the Mayor to sign the Contract. Councilmember Perry
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
2.
Equipment Purchase - Mobile Air Apparatus:
Chief McKeen provided background information on the acquisition of the mobile air
apparatus, reviewing the overall capability being sought to allow the refilling of high
pressure self-contained breathing apparatus on site. The mobile air apparatus was
budgeted and bid in 2007, but bids were rejected due to being over. budget.
Specifications were re-written and bids solicited; two vendors responded. Brief
discussion followed, after which Councilmember Rogers moved to authorize the City
Manager to sign a contract and purchase order with Freedom Fire Equipment of
Marietta, GA, for a new Mobile Air Unit Apparatus in the amount of $88,400.00,
including sales tax. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Kidd and carried
l;'nanimously.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 15,2008
CONSENT AGENDA:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMITTEE
REPORTS:
INFORMATION:
EXECUTIVE
SESSION:
RETURN TO OPEN
SESSION:
Appointments to Planning
Commission
IBEW Labor Contract
ADJOURNMENT:
Councilmember Di Guilio moved to accept the Consent Agenda, to include: (1) City
Council Minutes date~ December 14th and 18'\ (2) Expenditure Approval List from
12/8/07 to 1/4/08 for $5,844,554.74; (3) CFL Markdown Promotion Agreement
Amendment; and (4) Tree Trimming Contract No. 07-12. The motion, seconded by
Deputy Mayor Wharton, carried 6 - 0, with Councilmember Williams abstaining
due to absence from the December 18, 2007, City Council meeting.
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Councilmember Williams referenced the memorandum of January 15,2008, from the
members of the Port Angeles Forward Committee, containing a recommendation on the
cross-town route. It was the Committee's recommendation that a line item be added to
the Capital Facilities Plan to fund a transportation study evaluating both a long-term and
short-term cross-town route. CED Deputy Director West clarified that the item won't be
considered for State funding unless it is part ofthe TIP/CFP. Deputy Mayor Wharton
moved to direct staff to include a line item in the Capital Facilities Plan to fund a
transportation study on a long-term and short-term cross-town route. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Williams and carried unanimously.
Manager Madsen provided an update on the Homeless TaskForce, indicating the County
plan is being updated. On January 24'\ there will be a "point in time" count of all
homeless; the number is used as a baseline in determining progress made.
The A WC Legislative Conference is scheduled for January 30-31, 2008. Those
Councilmembers interested in attending should contact staff so appropriate arrangements
can be made.
Based on input from Attorney Bloor, Mayor Braun announced the need for an Executive
Session for approximately 15 minutes under the authority of RCW 42.30.110(1)(g),
evaluate qualifications of applicants for public appointment; and RCW 42.30.140(4 )(b),
discuss position to be taken during course of collective bargaining, with action to follow.
The Executive Session convened at 8:36 p.m.
The Executive Session concluded at 8:50 p.m., and the Council convened in regular open
seSSIOn.
Appointments to Planning Commission:
Attorney Bloor conducted a roll call vote for the two vacancies on the Planning
Commission. Each member of the Council cast votes for Tim Boyle and John Smith for
the unexpired terms ending February 29,2008, and the term, March 1,2008 - February
29,2012.
IBEW Labor Contract:
The Council considered the proposed labor contract with the International Brotherhood
of Electrical Workers, Local #997. Councilmember Perry moved to approve and
authorize the Mayor to sign the labor contract between the City and the IBEW
Union, including a 3.5% wage increase for each year of the agreement for the
contract period, January 1, 2008 - December 31,2010. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Rogers and carried unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
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