HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 02/15/1994 2684
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Port Angeles, Washington
February 15, 1994
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order
SPECIAL MEETING: at 5:35 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Sargent, Councilmen Braun, Doyle, and Hulett,
Councilmember McKeown, and Councilmen Ostrowski
and Schueler.
Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Deputy Clerk
Hagar, S. Brodhun, B. Collins, K. Godbey, J. Pittis, B.
Titus, K..Ridout, S. Roberds, and D. McFarland.
Public Present: R. Wenmann, J. Pedersen, J. Johnson, J. DUCceschi, P.
Lewis, D. Lewis, T. Otto, J. Platt, G. & S. Stockton, P.
Prince, S. Dunn, S. Berquam, F. Burch, N. & E. Grier,
T. Honnold, M. Troyer, D. Milligan, D. Vincent, L. &
J. deBord, T. & I. McKeown, M. Tallmadge, I. Walden,
K. Walden, J. Melton.
ADJOURN TO The meeting adjourned to Executive Session at 5:35 p.m. to discuss a matter of
EXECUTIVE SESSION: litigation and a real estate matter for approximately one-half hour.
RETURN TO OPEN The meeting returned to open session at 6:10 p.m.
SESSION:
Interview Applicants The Council interviewed the following applicants to fill vacancies on City Boards and
for Boards and Commissions: Tim German, Floyd Young, Bill Minor, and Hank Gibson
Commissions
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order
REGULAR MEETING': at 7:10 p.m.
PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Camp Fire Group Shooting Stars,
ALLEGIANCE: Marcia Logan, Leader. Participants included: Amber Wheeler, Holly Manso,
Nieole Beatty, Janessa Roening, and Kimberly Logan.
APPROVAL OF Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
MINUTES: February 1, 1994. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
CEREMONIAL 1. Proclamation in Recognition of Soroptimist International
MATTERS/
PROCLAMATIONS: Mayor Sargent read a proclamation in recognition of Soroptimist International's 50th
anniversary.
Recognition of Soroptimist
International
Library Contest 2. Introduction of Winners of the Dream a Library Contest
Mayor Sargent introduced Susan Skaggs, Branch Manager of the Port Angeles
Library, who is in charge of Children's Services for the North Olympic Library
System. Ms. Skaggs explained that the Friends of the Library sponsored the Dream
a Library Contest. She shared with the Council some of the children's ideas for a
new library and then read the names of the winners, who in turn presented their
drawings and written statements to the Council.
-1-
2685
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
CEREMONIAL Mayor Sargent then introduced Josephine Pederson, a member of the Board of the
MATTERS/ Friends of the Library, who gave a brief presentation on the contest. Ms. Pederson
PROCLAMATIONS: informed the Council that they had a petition to present requesting a bond issue on
(Cont'd) the new library.
Library Contest Jeanne Johnson, president of the Friends of the Library, read a letter which she had
(Cont'd) prepared and distributed to the Council regarding the need for a new library. Ms.
Johnson concluded by requesting that a member of the Council participate on the
Library Committee.
Mayor Sargent acknowledged the need for a new library, and added the matter of
appointing a Council member to the Library Committee to the agenda as Item E. 10.
Employee Suggestion 3. Presentation of Employee Suggestion Program Awards
Awards
City Manager Pomeranz presented Dottle McFarland and Sue Roberds with an
Employee Suggestion Program Award in the amount of $400 each. The other
recipient, Karl Hatton, was unavailable to receive his award this evening.
CITY COUNCIL Councilman Braun attended a Law and Justice Committee meeting; they are still
COMMITTEE reviewing manpower, services and costs. He attended a Real Estate Committee
REPORTS: meeting, and this item is on tonight's agenda. Also, he attended the Boards and
Commissions reception, the Hospice Auction and Wine & Cheese Tasting party, and
a UAC meeting, where a presentation on the Solid Waste Feasibility Study was made
by Parametrix.
Councilman Doyle attended the AWC Legislative Conference in Olympia, along with
Mayor Sargent and Councilman Schueler. He also attended the Real Estate
Committee meeting, the City Employee Breakfast, the Boards and Commissions
reception, and the UAC meeting. Councilman Doyle also attended the Olympic Air
Pollution Control Authority meeting in Lacey, which dealt with the issue of open
buming.
Councilman Schueler attended the AWC Legislative Conference in Olympia.
Councilman Ostrowski attended the Real Estate Committee meeting.
Councilmember McKeown attended the UAC meeting.
Councilman Hulett attended an Employee Suggestion Award meeting and the
Chamber of Commerce Board meeting, where they discussed retaining Penney's
downtown. He also reported to the Chamber on the different grants for which the
City has applied.
Mayor Sargent attended the AWC Board meeting and Legislative Conference in
Olympia. She also attended ribbon cutting ceremonies for two new businesses; one
was Crazy Mike's Video and the other was the new theater. She reported that she
was at the Park Headquarters today when they issued a press release on the new
attraction coming to Lake Crescent, Which is a boat-shuttle modeled after the MV
Stormking paddlewheeler.
FINANCE: 1. Final Payment and Acceptance of Emergency Watermain Repair at Black
Diamond Reservoir
Black Diamond
Reservoir Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department.
Councilman Ostr°wski moved to accept the project, authorize final payment of
$64,373.34 to DelHur Industries, payment of $3,131.00 for retainage upon
receipt of clearance from the Department of Revenue and Labor & Industries.
Councilman Braun seconded the motion. Public Works Director Pittis presented
the Council with photographs of the holes which were discovered and subsequently
repaired in this watermain. He also informed the Council that there was a video of
the repairs being done, should they desire to see it. Councilman Braun suggested
that this video be shown at a Council workshop in the future. A vote was taken on
the motion, which carried unanimoUSly.
Fire Station 2. Olympic Western Co., Contractor Payment No. 5 - Headquarters Fire
Payment #5 Station Project
There was a brief discussion of the prOject, with Chief Glenn explaining the two
change orders.
-2-
2686
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
Fire Station Councilman Braun moved to authorize payment//5 to Olympic Western Co., in
Payment//5 (Cont'd) the amount of $137,160.64, with a retainage of $6.671.24. Councilman Hulett
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Ostrowski moved to accept the Consent Agenda, including: (1)
Request to call for bids for breaker replacements; (2) Sale of surplus equipment -
authorization to execute documents of sale; (3) 1994 Equipment replacement
recommendations; (4) Wire transfers for December, 1993, and January, 1994, of
$2,079,959.28; (5) Payroll for January 30, 1994, of $330,789.25; and (6) Voucher
list for February 11, 1994, of $781,681.88. Councilman Schueler seconded the
motion. After limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried
unanimously.
ITEMS FROM THE Tim German, 2025 W. 12th Street, understood Item D.2. was not open to public
AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ hearing tonight; however, he wished to comment on it. He did not feel that staff and
STAFF TO BE the Planning Commission understood what he was proposing by this zoning code
CONSIDERED OR amendment, and he has never had the opporttmity to discuss this with them. He did
PLACED ON A not feel that the item on tonight's agenda represented what he had requested. He
FUTURE AGENDA: asked the Council to either continue the item to a public hearing so it can be
discussed, or send it back to the Planning Commission for discussion.
Mayor Sargent assured Mr. German that his remarks would be considered when this
item was addressed.
Councilman Ostrowski requested that Item E. 1., purchase of old City Hall, be moved
up on the agenda, as Mr. Moore, the possible purchaser, would like to give a
presentation on his plans for the building. It was agreed that this item would be
moved ahead of the public hearings.
Linda deBord, 1309 E. 7th St., wished to speak to Item E. 1.
Councilman Schueler pointed out that item A.2. was mistakenly placed as a public
hearing. This was moved to Other Considerations.
LEGISLATION: E. Other Considerations
Sale of Old City Hall 1. Sale of Old CiU Hall
Mayor Sargent reminded everyone that the City has attempted to sell the old city
Hall for the past six years. She then deferred to Councilman Ostrowski, a member
of the Real Estate Committee, to provide the details. Councilman Ostrowski toured
old City Hall with Mr. Barry Moore, the prospective PUrchaser. He had requested
that Mr. Moore attend the Council meeting this evening in order to give a
presentation similar to that given to the Real Estate Committee. At this time, he
introduced Mr. Barry Moore.
Mr. Moore distributed a handout to the Council, which described his proposal to the
City, the benefits of a microbrewery and restaurant to the City, and his development
plan. Tours of the facility will be offered, which will hopefully bring more tourists
as well as residents to the downtown area. He will be creating jobs, adding to the
City's tax base and contributing the sales tax revenue. He hopes to close escrow in
August of 1994; rehabilitate the building from August, 1994 through February, 1995;
and open for business in March of 1995.
Greg Scherer, 139 W. 12th Street, President of the Downtown Association, stated
that the Downtown Association is supportive of this project and pleased that the City
has agreed to sell to a bona fide business interest.
Linda deBord, President of the Port Angeles Food Bank, spoke in favor of Mr.
Moore's project. However, she requested that the Council address the needs of the
Food Bank in finding a permanent home. She suggested the use of the old Senior
Center building on Lincoln or any other vacant building the City may own. Mayor
Sargent assured Ms. deBord that the Council recognized the need and would be
happy to discuss it.
Mayor Sargent then reviewed the sale information including the contingencies.
Councilman Ostrowski moved to accept the proposal and authorize the Mayor
to sign the Earnest Money Agreement as presented. Councilman Braun
seconded the motion. Councilman Ostrowski thanked Property Manager Ridout for
all the work he has done on this project, and thanked the Downtown Association for
-3-
2687
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
LEGISLATION: their support and endorsement. After a brief discussion, a vote was taken on the
motion which carried unanimously.
Sale of Old City Hall
(Cont'd)
School Concurrency Policy /1. Public Hearings
1. Growth Management Steering Committee (GMSC) School Concurrency
Policy: Consider proposed amendment to county-wide planning policy to
require adequate school facilities at the time of residential development or
within six years of said development
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department, and
opened the public hearing at 8:13 p.m.
John Pope, Superintendent of the port Angeles School District, spoke in favor of the
concurrency issue. He explained that this issue was first brought to the Council in
March of 1993. A great deal of work went into the preparation of the policy brought
before the Council tonight. The School District has been working with the growth
management process since 1990 in the attempt to formulate a concurrency policy.
The consensus of the School Board at its last meeting was to continue to support the
concept of concurrency and encourage the City and County to consider concurrency
as a viable option for working together as a community to ensure provision of
services for the young people of the community,, without stopping the growth of the
community.
Mayor Sargent then read a draft of the County concurrency policy, and informed Mr.
Pope that it was suggested that the word Mshall~ be changed to Mshould~ to make the
policy less regulatory. She asked Mr. Pope for his opinion of this proposed change.
Mr. Pope responded that the School Board has taken the position that if the City
drops below the minimum level of standards for schools, and a plan within a six-year
period would not bring the schools into compliance with those standards, then "shallM
would be the right term.
Mayor Sargent indicated that the City of Forks has stated it will not endorse this
county-wide policy. She inquired if the Sequim and Crescent School Districts have
taken any position on this subject. Mr. Pope has not recently discussed this with
those school districts and was unable to state whether or not they endorsed this
policy. Discussion followed regarding the draft policy.
Ida McKeown, 2510 W. 10th Street, a representative and Board member of the
North Olympic Home Builders Association, expressed opposition to this policy. The
language of the proposal states "impact fees~ which Ms. McKeown felt would
'prohibit affordable housing. The policy also states ~prohibit development if not
adequate school facilities.~ The Association objects to this language. The
community recently passed a school bond issue which proves they are supportive of
the SChool Board. There is concern that once homeowners purchase new homes and
pay large fees built into the purchase price, they would be less supportive of the
school levies. The Home Builders Association is willing to work with the City and
School Board in order to develop a better policy.
Linda deBord, 1309 E. 7th Street, spoke in opposition of the concurrency policy.
She stated that she was supportive of schools, but against impact fees. It is not fair
to place the burden of a new school on a subdivision when the entire City benefits
from.
Tim German, 2025 W. 7th Street, agreed that concurrency was a new issue and new
ground; however, he felt that this policy has the capability of holding a club to the
City's head, and takes control away from the City.
Margaret Troyer, 1639 W. 7th Street, spoke in opposition to concurrency. The City
should stick with levies, which is a fair way to handle the issue.
Kay Garrison, 1122 S. Cherry Street, felt the Council and the City should review the
language of the policy very carefully. The draft plan states ~The City shall not
approve any development that will not be served by adequate public schools or at
greater than any of the following levels of service standards within six years from
development. ' This statement prohibits development whether there are children
coming in or not. The words %hall not~ is prohibitive. The City should be able to
use discretion.
Mike Gentry, 923 E. Tenth Street, agreed that the word %hall~ is too prohibitive and
should be changed to should.
Larry Leonard, 1030 Olympus, referenced a letter sent to the Council from the
-4-
2688
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
LEGISLATION: Board of Realtors which opposed concurrency, but endorsed the school bond and
(Cont'd) levy.
School Concurrency Policy Jean Irvine, 1086 Strait View Drive, Vice President of the Board of Realtors, asked
(Cont'd) to go on record as being against concurrency. Ms. Irvine is not against education
as she voted for the bond; however, she felt this issue was not pro-active.
Mary Craver, 3002 Maple Street, opposed concurrency. The City has passed it's
bonds and provides adequate schooling for the children, and Ms. Craver felt
concurrency was unnecessary.
Bill Traub, 1717 S. NFM Street, was opposed to concurrency. Voters showed their
support of schools when they voted on the levy and bond. Mr. Traub felt
concurrency goes against the Council's goal of promoting growth.
Joe Melton, 1503 W. 7th Street, felt that concurrency takes away the freedom of
choice. The City supports its school bonds. Concurrency is not the best benefit for
the community. Affordable housing is no longer possible; concurrency would make
it worse.
Fran Butch, 1116 W. Tenth Street, opposed concurrency. The levies have done their
job, and the cost is passed evenly to the entire population rather than just one
development.
There being no one else who wished to address the issue, Mayor Sargent closed the
public heating at 9:05 p.m.
Councilman Braun moved to continue the School Concurrency Policy
consideration to the March 15, 1994, Council meeting. Councilmember
McKeown seconded the motion. Councilman Ostrowski requested that staff provide
further information on this issue. After a brief discussion, Planning Director Collins
informed the Council that he had discussed with the Mayor the possibility of
conducting a workshop for the Council to review the requirements of the Growth
Management Act. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously.
Break The Mayor recessed the meeting for a break at 9:10 p.m. The meeting reconvened
at 9:35 p.m.
E. Other Considerations
Electrical Equipment 2. Consideration of a Contract for Electrical Equipment Removal - Old City
Removal - Old City Hall Hall
City Attorney Knutson informed the Council that there were two agreements attached
to the Earnest Money Agreement for the sale of the old City Hall. He gave a brief
explanation of the Contract for Electrical Equipment Removal and the Memorandum
of Understanding. He also explained two minor changes that the Historical Society
would like to make to the Memorandum of Understanding.
Councilman Ostrowski moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the agreements as
proposed by Attorney Knutson, subject to his approval of the Historical Society's
changes. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Zoning Map Amendment - B. Ordinances Not Requiring a Public Hearing
Ordinance No. 2798
1. Amendment to the Official Zoning Map to Reflect the New Community
Shopping and Community Residential Zoning Districts.
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the City Attorney, and read the
Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2798
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles,
Washington, amending the official zoning map to
reflect the new community shopping and community
residential zoning districts, amending Ordinances
2797, 2767 as amended, and 1709 as amended, and
amending Section 17.03.010 of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code.
2689
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
LEGISLATION: Councilman Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title.
(Cont'd) Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion. Planning Director Collins
pointed out to the Council that a copy of the new map reflecting these changes was
Zoning Map Amendment - placed on the wall for the Council's review. A vote was taken on the motion,
Ordinance No. 2798 which carried unanimously.
(Cont'd)
C. Resolutions Not Requiring Public Hearings
None.
Planning Commission D. Planning Commission Minutes/Action Items
Minutes/Action Items
I. Planning Commission Minutes of January 26, 1994.
Councilmember McKeown moved to accept the Planning Commission minutes
of January 26, 1994. Councilman Schueler seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
2. Planning Commission Minutes of February 2, 1994.
Councilman Braun moved to accept the Planning Commission minutes of
February 2, 1994. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which
carried unanimously.
3. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT - SMA 94(02)138 - City of Port
Angeles, Municipal Pier: Request for a shoreline management permit to
allow construction of a boat moorage facility, located in the LL Light
Industrial District, as part of the City's Municipal Pier service.
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department.
Councilman Ostrowski moved to concur with the recommendation of the
Planning Commission and approve Shoreline Management Permit SMA
94(02)138, subject to the following Conditions, Findings and Conclusions:
Conditions: (1) Prior to commencement of the project, the applicant shall obtain a
water quality standards modification from the Department of Ecology, if needed; (2)
Debris from Construction and removal of the existing piles shall not be disposed of
in the shoreline area; (3) The existing pilings shall be removed at or before the time
of construction of the new facility; and (4) Comply with the requirements of the
Uniform Fire Code;; Findines: (A) The approval is for installation of new mooring
floats, to be held in place by 16 new pilings as depicted on the plan prepared by
Johnson Coastline Associates; (B) There was a previous permit approved in 1978 for
the boat and float plane moorage at this location; (C) The site is zoned Central
Business District (CBD); (D) The Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program,
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance have been reviewed with respect to this
proposal; (E) The facility provides recreational access to the water; (F) The facility
is physically linked with the Central Business District; (G) A Determination of Non-
Significance was issued for the proposal; and Conclusions: (1) As conditioned, the
proposal is consistent with the Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, specifically
General Regulations C. 1, C.2 and C.7; Land Use Element D.4.b; Use Activities
F.2.b., F. 17. c., and F. 19.a-d; (2) As conditioned, the proposal is consistent with
the Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan, specifically Goals No. 3 & 4, Commercial
Policy No. 10 Industrial Policy No. 5 and I_amd Use Objective Nos. 1-3; (3) As
conditioned, the proposal will not be detrimental to the shoreline. Councilman
Braun seconded the motion. Councilman Schueler pointed out that there was an
attached memo from the Planning Department adding Findings H and I and
Conclusion 4. Planning Director Collins used the overhead projector to give further
explanation to these additional Findings and Conclusions.
Councilman Ostrowski amended his motion to add Findings: (H) Regulations
contained in the City's Shoreline Master Program, under Use Activities (F.5.a., b.,
c., d. and e.), for signs have been reviewed; (I) Two signs are proposed (2'x3') to
be placed on piling, located in the water. The signs are warning signs for boaters;
and Conclusion: (4) The proposed signs are consistent with the policies and
regulations of the City's Shoreline Master Program. Councilman Braun, as
seconder of the motion, agreed to this amendment. A vote was taken on the
amended motion, which carried unanimously.
-6-
2690
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
LEGISLATION: 4. Zoning Code Amendment - ZCA 93(12)04 - GERMAN, Residential Single-
(Cont'd) Family Districts, City-wide: Request to amend the Planned Residential
(PRD), Chapter, of the Port Angeles Municipal Code and Ordinance No.
Zoning Code Amendment 1709, Zoning, as amended. (This item is continued from December 21,199
German
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department.
Planning Director Collins pointed out that because this is a continued item, the two
new Council members were not at the public hearings. He felt it appropriate for
them to abstain from this decision unless they review the public hearing tapes.
Council can either continue the item, 'or if action is taken tonight, new Council
members should abstain.
Attorney Knutson concurred with the recommendation of the Planning Director
regarding new Council members abstaining from voting on this issue. If they do
wish to participate, this item should be continued so the Council members have an
opportunity to listen to the public hearing tapes.
Councilmember McKeown moved to delay action on this item to the meeting of
March 1, 1994. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion. Councilman Schueler
requested that Director Collins address the comments made by Mr. German, where
he stated that he felt the Planning Commission did not understand his amendment
request. Director Collins did not feel there was any misunderstanding by the
Planning Commission. He felt there was a difference of opinion between the
applicant and himself on this matter. After further brief discussion, a vote was
taken on the motion, which carried unanimously.
5. Planning Commission Minutes of February 9, 1994
Councilman Hulett moved to accept the Planning Commission minutes of
February 9, 1994. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which
carried unanimously.
Golf Course Seminar E. Other Considerations
3. Consultation Services for Golf Course Development Seminar
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Parks and Recreation
Department.
Councilman Hulett felt that because this was a new endeavor for the City, this
seminar would be beneficial to the decision-making process as to whether or not the
City should proceed with the market feasibility study. Discussion ensued regarding
the seminar, the feasibility study, and the pros and cons of siting a golf course in the
area. Councilman Doyle moved to approve the one-day Golf Course
Devdopment seminar as recommended. Councilmember McKeown seconded the
~ mo~ion-which carried,.4manim49us~ ,~x _~, ~..~~-. ,
Afte.r limited discussion, the date of March 18, 1994, was selected[ for the semmar.
Meeting Extended Councilman Doyle moved to extend the meeting past 10:00 p.m. Councilman
Past 10:00 p.m. Ostrowski seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Appointments to Boards 4. Appointments to Fill Vacancies on City Boards and Commissions
and Commissions
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the City Clerk. Currently there
is an opening on the Planning Commission due to the resignation of Roger Catts.
Planning Director Collins informed the Council that Mr. Catts has volunteered to
continue beyond February 28th due to the work on the Comprehensive Plan, as it is
would be beneficial to retain his input to the end of that particular project.
Mayor Sargent asked Deputy Clerk Hagar to conduct a roll call vote to fill the
vacancy on the Planning Commission. Councilmen Doyle, Hulett, Councilmember
McKeown, and Councilman Schueler cast votes for Tim German. Councilmen Braun
and Ostrowski and Mayor Sargent cast votes for Robert King. Tim German was,
therefore, selected by a majority vote, to fill aterm ending March 1, 1998.
Mayor Sargent explained that there was one vacancy on the Civil Service
Commission. One candidate, Floyd Young, was interviewed earlier this evening.
Councilman Schueler moved to appoint Mr. Floyd Young to the Civil Service
Cbmmission for a four-year term ending 3/1/98. Councilman Braun secOnded
-7-
2691
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
LEGISLATION: the motion, which carried unanimously.
(Cont'd)
Mayor Sargent explained that there was one vacancy for a four-year term on the
Appointments to Boards Parks, Recreation & Beautification Commission. Four candidates were interviewed
and Commissions (Cont'd) for this position. Mayor Sargent asked Deputy Clerk Hagar to conduct a roll call
vote to fill the vacancy. Councilmember MeKeown cast a vote for John Doberty.
Councilmen Ostrowski and Doyle east votes for Denise Thomas. Councilman
Schueler, Mayor Sargent, and Councilmen Hulett and Braun cast votes for Bill
Minor. Bill Minor was, therefore, selected by a majority vote to fill a term ending
March 1, 1998.
Mayor Sargent explained that there are four vacancies on the Building Code Board
of Appeals. There was one applicant, Hank Gibson, interviewed earlier this evening.
Councilman Doyle moved to appoint Mr. Hank Gibson to the Building Code
Board of Appeals for a four-year term ending 3/1/98. Councilmember
McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Mayor Sargent that there are three appointments to be made upon recommendation
from the Senior Center. Councilman Ostrowski moved to accept the
recommendations of the Senior Center Advisory Board, and appoint Dorrie T.
Adler, Bob Burk, and Renee Hansey to the Senior Center Advisory Board for
three-year terms ending 311197. Councilman Sehueler seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Agreement with 5. Agreement with Port Angeles Downtown Association Designating PADA
Downtown Association - Director a Member of City's Emergency Management Organization and
Emergency Management Revisions to Agreement Between City and Emergency Workers Regarding
Cellular Phones
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the City Attorney, and asked
Chief Glenn if this agreement was a result of the concentration of businesses
downtown and problems that might occur due to closeness to the water. Chief Glenn
responded that this was part of the recovery plan which the City is formulating. This
agreement will provide coordination between the downtown business people and
emergency council.
Councilman Braun moved to approve the proposed agreement with the Port
Angeles Downtown Association designating the PADA director as a member of
the City's emergency management organization. Councilman Sehueler seconded
the motion, which carried unanimously.
1994 Special Agency 6. 1994 Special Agency Contracts
Contracts
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the City Clerk.
Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the
special agency and tourist promotion contracts as recommended. Councilman
Hulett seconded the motion. Councilman Schueler questioned the restructuring and
possible combining of the Economic Development Council and the North Olympic
Peninsula Visitors and Convention Bureau. He felt the Council should spend some
time discussing funding both of these agencies, as he had personal misgivings over
the merger. The VCB has been aggressive and positive over the past year, and
shown good progress. It has been successful in its endeavors to attract tourists and
conventions to the community. He felt its success would be diluted by the plan to
merge. Councilman Schueler felt the Council had a responsibility to decide how
these agencies will be funded, He further stated that these two groups were merged
many years ago, and then separated into two groups. He felt these two contracts
should not be included in the vote until further discussion takes place.
Mayor Sargent felt that, as the City's representative on the EDC Board, she should
respond to Councilman Schueler's statements. Mayor Sargent explained that no
decision has been made; the recommendation is going to the respective boards this
Thursday. She agreed that the VCB has some great plans for the future; however,
she wished to remind the Council that there were many Problems with the VCB in
the past, and there is an opportunity here to strengthen the organization.. Mayor
Sargent felt that Councilman Schueler's concerns were being addressed by the
respective boards and if the decision is made to merge, and it doesn't work out, the
two organizations can again go their separate ways. Mayor Sargent then introduced
Rick Hert, Executive Director of the VCB, who gave a brief review of the
accomplishments they hope achieve by this merger. Discussion followed. The
agreements with the EDC and VCB state what these organization must do to warrant
the funds from the City. Even if there is a merger, they must follow the agreements.
After further discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried
-8-
2692
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
LEGISLATION: unanimously.
(Cont'd)
Cable TV Consultant 7. Cable TV Consultant Contract for 1994
Contract
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Utility Advisory
Committee.
Councilman Braun moved to execute the contract with 3-H Cable
Communications for 1994 consulting services. Councilman Doyle seconded the
motion. Following a brief discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which
carried unanimously.
Community Action 8. CommUnity Action Contract
Contract
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Finance Department, and
stated that she felt this was one way for the Council to be pro-active. City Manager
Pomeranz pointed out that this was of benefit to the City as well as the citizens, as
often times there are people who cannot pay their utility bills and have no where to
turn for help. This program will take some of the pressure off staff, as they can turn
to this program when there is a need.
After a brief discussion, Counciimember McKeown moved to approve the flier
and direct the City Manager to sign a contract with Community Action.
Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Contract to Ryan 9. Contract for $7250 to Ryan Planning Resources for amendment to
Planning Resources Comprehensive Plan EIS.
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department.
Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the contract and authorize the City
Manager to sign the addendum in the amount of $7,250. Councilmember
McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Annexation Petition 10. Request to Circulate Annexation Petition: Request to allow circulation of
Request- Vincent an annexation petition for approximately 2.3 acres of property located at
approxirnately Lauridsen Boulevard and 'L ' Street. (Additional information
of water service provided as requested)
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department
and Planning Department.
Darrel Vincent, 701 E. Front Street, wrote a letter to all of the contiguous land
owners asking them to respond if they were interested in annexation. No one
responded.
He understood that his parcel is too small to qualify for annexation; however, it was
his understanding that if the annexation was refused, the City would go ahead and
provide him with water. He understands the City's position and is willing to sign
a no-protest agreement for future annexation and would provide easements for
existing waterlines on his property. He has no other water source except the City.
A discussion ensued regarding whether or not Mr. Vincent would be eligible to
receive water in the event the annexation was denied. Mr. Vincent understood
former Mayor Hallett to say that if he followed all the necessary steps and
annexation was refused, the City would provide him with water.
Director Collins stated that it wouldn't make sense to deny the annexation and then
extend the water. There is already a problem with water services where people do
not want annexation. Most of the property owners surrounding Mr. Vincent's land
have City water, and apparently none of them wish to annex to the City. If the
Council wishes to provide Mr. Vincent with water, it would be more appropriate to
annex his land to the City even though it is a small parcel. Director Collins further
stated that annexation will cause an irregular boundary and create jurisdictional
problems and possibly a servicing problem. Further discussion followed.
Councilman Schueler moved to authorize the circulation of the annexation
petition as requested. Discussion followed regarding whether or not it was legal
to allow such a small annexation. City Attorney Knutson stated that the motion
should be amended to add that the zoning would be RS-9, and the property
-9-
............... [ I ............ I
2693~.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1994
LEGISLATION: would assume its share of the bonded indebtedness of the City. Councilman
(Cont'd) Schueler, as maker of the motion agreed to this amendment. Councilman Doyle
seconded the motion. After further discussion of what was said at the public
Annexation Petition hearing held during the meeting of December 21, 1993, a vote was taken on the
Request - Vincent motion, which carried unanimously.
(Cont'd)
Appointment to 11. Council Member Appointment to Library Committee
Library Committee
Councilman Sehueler volunteered to serve on the Library Committee; he was so
appointed.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 11:20 a.m.
- 10-