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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 01/29/1991 1793 CITY COUNCIL/COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING Port Angeles, Washington January 29, 1991 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Sargent called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present: Mayor Sargent, Councilmen Cornell, Hallett, Nicholson, Ostrowski. Councilmembers Absent: Councilmen Lemon, Wight. Commissioners Present: Dorothy Duncan, Lawrence Gaydeski, Dave Cameron. City Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, S. Brodhun, M. Cleland, B. Collins, K. Godbey, K. Ridout, M. Campbell. County Staff Present: J. Rumpeltes, D. Engelbertson, R. Gerdon, C. Davis, C. Jacobs, P. Peterson, G. Unger, H. Buchmann. Public Present: D. Rudolph, I. Nixon, K. Gerdon. I WELCOME Mayor Sargent and Commission Dorothy Duncan, Chair of the Clallam County Board, offered words of welcome by recognizing the value of the City and County working together on issues of common interest. Both expressed pleasure at the opportunity of the two entities working together in areas of future endeavors. II INTRODUCTIONS County Administrator Rumpeltes and City Manager Pomeranz also offered words of welcome in anticipation of many cooperative efforts coming forth because of this meeting. Administrator Rumpeltes then asked each individual to express his or her personal view as to the advantages of City/County cooperation. Members of the group expressed feelings as to the need for cooperative efforts in light of the current economic situation and further, that efforts to alleviate duplication of services would be an important factor. There are certain matters of common interest that should be addressed in an open forum of this nature. III DISCUSSION OF TOPICS Manager Pomeranz and Administrator Rumpeltes then led discussion of various items for possible consideration by the group. Each member offered three (3) items which he felt most deserving of further review. The following list of topics was identified: Economic Development (11) * I.D. Diversification * Timber Supply * Tourism/Unify the Effort Solid Waste (10) * Comp Plan * Solid Waste District County-wide * Recycling County-wide Sharing of Facilities/Programs (4) * Possible Cost Sharing Agreements (Animal Control) Enhanced State and Federal Lobbying (3) -1- 1794 CITY COUNCIL/COUNTY COMMISSIONERS January 29, 1991 Growth Management and Defining Urban Growth Boundaries of Comp. Plan Centennial Trail Public Transportation Political Redistricting (Ensure Representation) Enhanced 9-1-1 County-wide Ballot Measure Staff Cooperating on Purchasing (Staff Issue) Mayor Sargent recessed the meeting for a break at 7:40 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 7:50 P.M. Administrator Rumpeltes and Manager Pomeranz then introduced County and City staff members present. Discussion then followed with the group in agreement that top priority items to be initially discussed should be Economic Development, Solid Waste, and Legislative Issues. It is realized the topic of Economic Issues is one which will involve many different entities and that neither the County nor the City can serve as the lead agency. However, it was felt both entities can be a large part of the discussions to follow. IV CONCLUSION The group concluded it was appropriate to establish a future meeting date to address the priority issues and, in particular, staffs representing both agencies should be prepared to offer information pertinent to the solid waste issues identified. In addition, where appropriate, representatives from other cities will be invited to participate and offer perspectives from other municipalities. The next meeting, therefore, will be held on Tuesday, February 12, 1991, 2:00 P.M., at the Clallam County Courthouse. V APPROVAL OF REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION At this time, Council directed its attention to the interlocal agreement forming the Peninsula Regional Transportation Planning Organization. The City Council had previously agreed to participate as a member agency of the Peninsula RTPO, but had deferred authorization of the execution of the interlocal agreement until the agreement was submitted in final form and it was more apparent which other agencies would be joining as members. Discussion followed, with Planning Director Collins responding to an inquiry from Councilman Cornell as to certain obligations of the City by virtue of this involvement. Director Collins reviewed the fact the City will pay dues which will financially support the staff of the RTPO. Further, the RTPO will serve in an "oversight" role in terms of transportation plans that may be in conflict with other jurisdictions. The various regions will be held responslble for conflict resolution in and between jurisdictions. Attorney Knutson offered clarification in that to obtain project funding from the State, the project must be in an RTPO plan. In response to an inquiry from Councilman Cornell, Attorney Knutson noted the By-Laws will determine how costs are to be allocated; approval of the By-Laws will be subject to a majority vote. After further discussion, Councilman Nicholson moved to authorize the Mayor to execute the interlocal agreement creating the Peninsula Regional Transportation Planning Organization. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hallett. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Consideration was then given to the appointment of a designated representative of the City Council on the Peninsula RTPO Council. Councilman Nicholson will serve as the representative, with Councilman Ostrowski serving as alternate. -2- 1795 CITY COUNCIL/COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING January 29, 1991 VI ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 P.M. Clerk ~ Ma CC.201 -3-