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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 02/16/1993 2426 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington February 16, 1993 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Hallett called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order SPECIAL MEETING: at 6:05 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Hallett, Councilmen Braun, Nicholson, and Ostrowski, Councilwoman Sargent, and Councilmen Schueler and Wight. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, B. Collins, L. Glenn, K. Godbey, S. Ilk, J. Pittis, B. Titus, K. Ridout, G. Kenworthy, R. Ellsworth, C. Hagar, S. Hursh, and Y. Ziomkowski. Public Present: B. Hazelton, J. Ralston, S. Brown, L. Beil, T. German, G. Pettit, and Sandy Oliver. Interview Applicants Interview Applicants for Boards/Commissions for Boards/Commissions The members of the City Council interviewed candidates for the Planning Commission, as follows: Linda Nutter and Orville Campbell. It was noted that John Teichert had submitted an application, but was unable to participate in the interview process due to being out of town. He asked that he be considered in the absence of an interview. ADJOURN TO Mayor Hallett adjourned the meeting to Executive Session at 6:40 p.m. to discuss EXECUTIVE SESSION: matters of Personnel and Real Estate for approximately 20 minutes. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Hallett called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order REGULAR MEETING: at 7:05 p.m. PLEDGE OF Mayor Hallett led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF Councilman Braun moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of MINUTES: February 2, 1993. Councilwoman Sargent seconded the motion. Councilwoman Sargent offered a correction to Page 2, City Council Committee Reports, to read "Councilwoman Sargent indicated that Councilmen Schueler and Wight and their wives are attending a brunch which she will be hosting for the six foreign guests". _ A vote was taken on the motion which carried by a majority vote, with Councilman Wight abstaining. CEREMONIAL None. MATTERS/ PROCLAMATIONS: CITY COUNCIL Councilman Wight attended the last two Chamber of Commerce Board meetings. COMMITTEE A matter under consideration is what position the Chamber may wish to take REPORTS: regarding an initiative before the Legislature regarding the viability of a State park on the Miller Peninsula. He also attended an Information Systems Steering Committee meeting, where it was recommended that the City's excess computers be installed in the homes or offices of Council members. He requested this be added to the agenda as Item F. 8. -1- 2427 CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 16, 199~ q~ CITY COUNCIL Councilman Schueler commented on his attendance at the dinner for the World COMMITTEE Affairs Council visitors; it was interesting to meet people from Paraguay and Yemen. REPORTS: He is preparing a report on the seminar he attended in Lake Tahoe on the subject of (Cont'd) privatization. Councilman Braun attended UAC, where the Port Angeles wholesale power increase, Water Comprehensive Plan and 1993 Home Show were discussed. He also attended a Museum Board meeting and urged citizens to get involved in the Museum's efforts. Councilwoman Sargent testified at the County's UGA Workshop and delivered the Council's position. She also attended the EDC Executive Committee meeting. SeaFirst Bank now has the first rural small business information center in the country adjacent to the EDC office, which is a real asset to the community. Councilwoman Sargent also attended the Museum open house and the unveiling of the plans for Lincoln School. Additionally, she attended the dinner for Norm Dicks. Councilman Wight commented that, concerning the County's consideration of the City's proposed Urban Growth Area, Commissioner Duncan indicated the Commissioners will be considering the recommendation of the County Planning Commission after obtaining public input on the matter. Mayor Hallett reported on his attendance at a Coast Guard marine oil spill meeting. He asked Fire Chief Glenn to expand on the discussion concerning designated anchorages in the harbor. Chief Glenn indicated the effort to obtain designated anchorages had been unsuccessful; however, a requirement has been established whereby laden tankers must be tug escorted in and out of the harbor. In addition, if there is a laden tanker anchored in the harbor, all other ships must be escorted in and out. The requirement was made effective on the date of that meeting and, hopefully, future oil spills can be avoided. Mayor Hallett noted that the North Olympic Timber Coalition has invited Council members to tour the M & R Tree Farm. Mayor Hallett and Councilwoman Sargent have already taken the tour and encouraged others to do so, as it is very interesting. FINANCE: None. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Ostrowski moved to accept the Consent Agenda, including: (1) Call for bids for North Erosion Protection, Contract 2D, Landfill; (2) Call for bids to dispose of PCB transformers; (3) Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; (4) Request to purchase landfill loader from County bid; (5) Concept Administrators 1993 payments, year to date, $80,011.60; (6) Wire transfers for January, 1993, of $101,433.52; (7) Voucher list of February 12, 1993, of $1,061,524.16; and (8) Payroll for January 31, 1993, of $316,444.05. Councilwoman Sargent seconded the motion. A brief discussion ensued on the disposal of the PCB transformers, and the landfill loader. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. ITEMS FROM THE City Manager Pomeranz asked to add the Financial Statements to the agenda as Item AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ F.9. STAFF TO BE CONSIDERED OR Councilman Wight asked for a brief discussion on the AWC Legislative Bulletins and PLACED ON A certain legislative issues of concern. This was added as Item F. 10. FUTURE AGENDA: Mayor Hallett asked that the Council proceed with making appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment at this time, as Councilman Ostrowski must leave the meeting early, and it would be appropriate to have a full contingency of Council members to vote on these appointments. The Council agreed. Board of Adjustment Mayor Hallett asked Clerk Upton to conduct a roll call vote to fill the two vacancies on the Board of Adjustment. John Teichert and Ted Borden were then duly appointed. Councilman Nicholson moved to appoint Mr. Teichert to the longer term, expiring 3/1/97, and Mr. Borden to the shorter term, expiring 3/1/94. Councilman Wight seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Planning Commission Mayor Hallett asked Clerk Upton to conduct a roll call vote to fill the three vacancies on the Planning Commission. Carl Alexander, Orville Campbell and Linda Nutter were then duly appointed. It was moved by Councilman Wight and -2- 2428 CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 16, 199~ q.~ Planning Commission seconded by Councilman Braun to assign the terms of office alphabetically, with (Cont'd) Mr. Alexander's commission expiring 3/1/96, Mr. Campbell's commission expiring 3/1/95, and Ms. Nutter's commission expiring 3/1/94. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. LEGISLATION: A. Public Hearings Public Hearings 1. Rezone Request Rezone Request- REZ 93(02)02 RALSTON, southwest corner of Fifth and Valley Streets: Ordinance No. 2747 Request for rezone of approximately 20,000 s.f. of property from Residential High Density (RHD) to the Light Industrial (LI) District. Mayor Hallett reviewed the information concerning the rezone request and noted a correction to the staff memo that the request is for a rezone from RHD, Residential High Density, to LI, Light Industrial District. Planning Director Collins noted the same correction for the draft ordinance, but said the public notice was correct. Mayor Hallett opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m. John Ralston, 850 Church Street, is the owner of the property and the applicant for the rezone. He requested the Council vote in favor of the rezone. He pointed out that, while the land is zoned RHD, there has been no residential construction in this area for the past 50 years. Councilwoman Sargent asked about buffering. Mr. Ralston pointed out that there are 10 foot buffer zones with landscape and design required in the LI zone and already planned. Steve Brown, South 622 Valley Street, stated his opposition to the rezone. He pointed out that there are 13 residences in this area. He would prefer to see the land used for multi-family housing, such as apartments. There are several alternative vacant areas in the abutting LI district which Mr. Ralston could use for his project. Mr. Brown explained that a rezone had been approved in 1986 with nothing done since as an outcome of that rezone. He felt it may prove difficult to reverse a rezone. There being no further public testimony, Mayor Hallett closed the public hearing at 8:05 p.m. Councilman Nicholson moved to approve the rezone as recommended by the Planning Commission, citing the following Findings and Conclusions: Findings: (1) The area to be rezoned from RHD to LI includes those portions of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 94, Townsite of Port Angeles, east of the toe of the ravine and including those portions of the vacated 5/6 alley and Fifth Street which are attached to those lots; (2) Surrounding zoning includes LI to the east and north, PBP to the west, and RHD to the south; (3) The comprehensive plan designates property at the top of the ravine as urban residential and at the mouth of the ravine as industrial. There is no designation for the bottom of the ravine. A number of comprehensive plan goals, policies and objectives have been identified in the staff report as being most relevant to the proposal, including Goals nos. 2, 3 & 5; Residential Policies nos. 9, 15, 16 & 17; Industrial Development Policies Nos. 1, 3, 5 & 6; Social Policy No. 3; Open Space Policies Nos. 2, 3 & 4; Economic Objectives Nos. 1 & 2; and Land Use Objectives Nos. 1, 2 & 7; (4) The site is vacant. Surrounding land uses include single family residential to the south, a metal industrial building to the north, the ravine slope to the west, and a vacant house to the east; (5) Recent industrial development has occurred in the immediate development with the construction of the Evergreen Meats facility; Conclusions: (A) The rezone is in the public use and interest and is compatible with the surrounding zoning; (B) The rezone is consistent with Goals, Policies, and Objectives of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically Goals Nos. 2, 3 & 5; Residential Policies Nos. 15, 16 & 17; Industrial Development Policies Nos. 1, 2, 3 & 6; Social Policy No. 3; Open Space Policies Nos. 2, 3 & 4; Economic Objectives Nos. 1 & 2; and Land Use Objectives Nos. 1, 2 & 7; (C) Circumstances have changed since the property was zoned Light Industrial. A new meat processing and distribution facility was recently constructed on a site previously occupied by a single family home, further contributing to the industrial nature of the area. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wight. Discussion followed concerning the merits of retaining the present zoning, in consideration of Mr. Brown's testimony. It was suggested to be unlikely that anyone would develop the property for multi-family housing. However, Councilwoman Sargent and Mayor Hallett expressed their desire to see this land used for high -3- 2429 LEGISLATION: density residential purposes~ After further discussion, a v (Cont'd) motion, which carded by a majority vote, with Mayor~Hallett and Councilwoman Sargent voting in opposition. Rezone Request - Ordinance No. 2747 Mayor Hallett read the Ordinance by title, entitled (Cont'd) ORDINANCE NO. 2747 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles rezoning property located at the southwest comer of Fifth and Valley Streets from RHD, Residential High Density to LI, Light Industrial and amending the Official Zoning Map. Councilman Ostrowski moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Rezone Request - 2. Rezone Request Ordinance No. 2748 REZ 93(02)04 - GERMAN, 2300 Block of West Eighteenth Street: Request for rezone of approximately 4. 61 acres of Single-Family Residential (RS-9) property to Residential Medium Density (RMD). Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department. He opened the public hearing at 8:20 p.m. Councilman Ostrowski departed the meeting at this time. Doris Ketehum, 2421 W. 18th Street, did not object to multiple housing in her neighborhood; however, she expressed concern with the number to be placed on one lot. She inquired as to what it would do to her taxes. Further, she expressed concern with the increased traffic which would result. Tim German, 1482 Gasman Road, applicant, discussed the need for multi-family housing in Port Angeles. He indicated he searched for appropriate property which would meet certain criteria, such as having arterial access, water/sewer services, public transportation, and compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood. Using an overhead projector, Mr. German showed a drawing of the area which best meets the criteria. He demonstrated the type and style of buildings he proposes to put on the land if the zoning change is approved. Ms. Ketchum inquired of Mr. German as to what guarantee is in place to assure that this is, in fact, the type of housing to be built. Mr. German indicated this type of housing, which will include duplexes and four-plexes, is the most feasible in terms of economics. Councilman Nicholson noted that a request for a rezone is not inclusive of project- specific considerations. There being no further public testimony, the public hearing was closed at 8:35 p.m. Councilwoman Sargent moved to approve the rezone as recommended by the Planning Commission, citing the following Findings and Conclusions: Findings: (1) The request is to rezone 4.61 acres from RS-9 to RMD on the 2300 Block of West 18th Street consisting of the east 284.97 feet of Sublot 102 of the Townsite of Port Angeles; (2) The Comprehensive Plan identifies the site as suburban residential. A number of policies have been identified as being most relevant to the _ proposal including Goals nos. 3, 4 & 5; Residential Policies nos 2, 4, 5, 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18; Industrial Development Policies nos. 1, 4, 5 & 6; Parks and Recreation Policies nos. 1, 2 & 3; and Land Use Objectives nos. 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 & 7; (3) Surrounding zoning includes RS-9 to the north, east and west and Light Industrial to the south; (4) The site is developed with one house and accessory buildings. The area north of 18th Street is developed with scattered homes. The Port of Port Angeles airport industrial park is developed on the south side of Eighteenth Street; (5) The City adopted the new medium density residential zone district in 1992; (6) The requirements of the State Environmental Policy Act have been met with the issuance of a Determination of Non-Significance on January 22, 1993; (7) The rezone will not change the mount of residential zoned land that abuts industrial zoned land; Conclusions: (A) The rezone is in the public use and interest and is compatible with the surrounding zoning; (B) The rezone is consistent with the Goals, Policies and Objectives of the Comprehensive Plan as referenced in Finding No. 2; (C) Circumstances have changed since the property was zoned RS-9. The City has adopted a new zoning designation (RMD) which bridges the gap in density 243O CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 16, 190-2'q~ LEGISLATION: allowances of the RI-ID and single family zones. Councilman Nicholson seconded (Cont'd) the motion. After limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Rezone Request- Ordinance No. 2748 Mayor Hallett read the Ordinance by title, entitled (Cont'd) ORDINANCE NO. 2748 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles rezoning property located in the 2300 Block of West Eighteenth Street from RS-9, Residential Single- Family, to RMD, Residential Medium Density and amending the Official Zoning Map. Councilwoman Sargent moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Zoning Code Amendment 3. Zoning Code Amendment Setbacks in PBP - Ordinance No. 2749 ZCA 93(02)02 - City of Port Angeles, PBP, Public BuiMings and Parks District: Amendment to the City's zoning regulations as they relate to setbacks from public rights-of-way in the PBP. Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department. He then opened the public hearing at 8:40 p.m. There being no public testimony, the public hearing was closed at 8:40 p.m. Councilman Braun moved to approve the Zoning Code amendment, citing the following Findings and Conclusions: Findings: (1) The existing PBP setbacks require a minimum setback of 35 feet from public rights-of-way, regardless of whether from a street or an alley; (2) Most alleys are located within the central townsite portion of the City, where services tend to be concentrated. Commercial Policy No. 9 states that government services should be available within the commercial" "' T , (3) Most lots within the commercial "T" are 140 feet deep. A thirty five foot setback from the front and rear leaves a 70 foot building envelope for PBP zoned property. This compares to 100 feet in the RS-7 zone, and 125 feet in the ACD and CSD zones; (4) The Comprehensive Plan has been reviewed with respect to this proposal; Conclusions: (A) The Zoning Code Amendment is in the public use and interest. The amendment recognizes the PBP zone is for urban development as well as parks and open space; (B) The Zoning Code Amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies; (C) The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent of the PBP zone. Councilwoman Sargent seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Mayor Hallett read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2749 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles amending the requirements for setbacks in the PBP, Public Buildings and Parks District and amending Ordinance 1709, as amended, and Chapter 17.40 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Sargent and carried unanimously. B. Ordinances not requiring public hearings None. C. Resolutions requiring public comment None. -5- 2431 CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 16, 199~' q~ LEGISLATION: D. Resolutions not requiring public comment (Cont'd) 1. Set Public Hearing for consideration of vacation of City right-of-way - Hill, Request for Street portion of Porter Street abutting Lot 16, Beacon Hill Addition. Vacation - Resolution No. 10-93 Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department regarding a request for a street vacation. Mayor Hallett read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 10-93 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, setting a hearing date for a petition to vacate a portion of Porter Street, Port Angeles, Washington. Councilman Nichoison moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman Braun seconded the motion. A brief discussion followed. A vote was taken and the motion carried unanimously. Planning Commission E. Planning Commission Minutes/Action Items Minutes/Action Items Planning Commission Minutes of January 27, 1993; and Planning Commission Minutes of February IO, 1993 Councilman Wight moved to accept the minutes of the Planning Commission meetings of January 27, 1993 and February 10, 1993. Councilman Schueler seconded the motion. However, Planning Director Collins pointed out that there are needed corrections to the January 27 minutes. Therefore, Councilman Wight withdrew his motion. Councilman Wight then moved to accept the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of February 10, 1993. Councilman Schueler seconded the motion. Mayor Hallett inquired as to the discussion held at the January 27 meeting of the Planning Commission concerning a City-wide sign ordinance. Planning Director Collins responded this matter was tabled due to the work being conducted on the Comprehensive Plan and is to be placed on the Planning Commission's 1993 long- range agenda. A staff report was prepared which dealt with existing ordinances concerning the sign regulations and various concerns which have been cited. The Planning Commission will continue review until the time more specific information is available. A vote was then taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Break Mayor Hallett recessed the meeting for a break at 8:45 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:02 p.m. Planning Only Grant F. Other Considerations Project 1. Status report on Port Angeles Low/Moderate Income Housing Planning-Only Grant Project Mayor Hallett introduced Mr. Martin Rowe of the Clallam/Jefferson Community Action Council, who submitted a brief report on the status of the Low/Moderate _ Income Housing Planning Only Grant Project. Mr. Rowe summarized various conclusions which have been reached during the progression of this project, such as the need for a single family housing rehabilitation program. Additionally, he noted accessory buildings would probably not serve as a source for additional affordable housing. Mr. Rowe indicated there is a need to assess the feasibility of rehabilitating older hotel units in the downtown core. He toured the Lee Hotel on this date and acknowledged that the structure is in great disrepair. It would require significant work and may not be cost effective. Mr. Rowe thanked the City staff for assisting in the formulation of the project. 1993 Cable TV 2. Cable TV consultant contract for 1993 Consultant Contract Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the City Attorney. Councilman Wight moved to authorize the Mayor to execute the contract with 3-H Cable Communications Consultants for 1993 consulting services. Councilman Braun 2432 CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 16, 19~Z' 4'.~ LEGISLATION: seconded the motion. Brief discussion followed, and Councilwoman Sargent (Cont'd) inquired of the City Attorney as to whether he felt it was in the City's best interest to enter into this contract. Attorney Knutson pointed out that the City is only paying 1993 Cable TV 3-H 5% of the franchise fee whereas other clients pay 15% of the franchise fee. It Consultant Contract was his opinion that Port Angeles is getting a good deal and should enter into this (Cont'd) contract in order to meet the City's cable TV franchise responsibilities. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Water Comprehensive 3. Water Comprehensive Plan consultant agreement Plan Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. Councilman Braun moved to accept the recommendation and to authorize the Mayor to execute the consultant agreement with Ch2M Hill to provide engineering services for the Water Comprehensive Plan. Councilman Schueler seconded the motion. Discussion followed and Councilwoman Sargent asked if there were any grant funds available for this type of planning effort. Director Pittis responded that, to his knowledge, funds were not available for planning purposes. However, he felt funds might be available for actual construction projects. The City plans to pursue that funding option. Attorney Knutson asked that the Council make approval of the contract contingent upon resolving an issue between the City and consultant as to the standard liability provisions. This contingency was made part of the motion by Councilmen Braun and Schueler. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Humane Society 4. Extension of agreement with Humane Society. Agreement It was moved by Councilman Nicholson and seconded by Councilwoman Sargent that the City extend the agreement with the Humane Society through December 31, 1993. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Landfill Plan 5. Landfill plan amendment Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. Councilman Nicholson moved to approve the amendment to the agreement with Parametrix and authorize the Mayor to sign the amendment. Councilman Braun seconded the motion. Lengthy discussion ensued regarding DOE regulations and the City's appeal which has been filed regarding certain variance requirements. Three wells will have to be drilled in accordance with the variance. Manager Pomeranz and Director Pittis will be traveling to Olympia to meet with DOE, and hopefully succeed in removing the variance from the permit. Attorney Knutson pointed out that with the changes in DOE regulations, the City may still be required to drill the wells, even if the variance is withdrawn. However, the wells may not be required until next year. The Council expressed the opinion that the City should take a hard line with the well drilling and the payment of associated costs; expenditures should not be made until absolutely necessary. Manager Pomeranz indicated these expenditures were made a part of the bond issue. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Serenity House 6. Serenity House site plan request Planning Director Collins showed overheads depicting alternative site plans which could be used by Serenity House to construct a seven-unit emergency shelter facility. - Director Collins indicated as many as twelve additional transitional housing units could be constructed with parking requirements met at the same time. Councilwoman Sargent felt that there were still many unanswered questions which must be addressed before the Council could make a determination as to whether land is donated to Serenity House. She expressed the opinion that the land would have to be given contingent on available funding and possible rezone, or conditional uses. Councilman Nicholson indicated the Council could consider the donation of land necessary to build the emergency shelter only at this time, with the possibility of future donations of adjacent land once a housing coalition is able to secure funding to meet affordable, multi-family housing needs for Port Angeles. Sandy Oliver, Executive Director of Serenity House, reported the agency will be submitting a pre-application to the Department of Community Development for housing assistance funds. The final application is not due until May; however, it would be helpful to obtain a letter of intent from the Council to strengthen their 2433 CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 16, 190~ q~ LEGISLATION: application for funding. (Cont'd) Councilman Braun moved to provide a letter of intent to the Serenity House to Serenity House incorporate 2 1/2 lots at this time in order to strengthen Serenity House's (Cont'd) application for funding. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wight. Discussion followed concerning the motion and the fact the property value associated with the 2 1/2 lots is approximately $17,500. If utilities were included, the value would equate to approximately $47,500. Councilman Nicholson summarized Serenity House's needs in terms of temporary emergency housing. It was his opinion that other possibilities exist for the remainder of the property and it is possible the remainder of the project will have to be accomplished in segments. ~~x ~ suggested the motion be amended to include a contingency that funding  be available and the zoning be appropriate. This amendment was agreed to by A- Councilmen Braun and Wight. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Computers 7. Computers for City Council members The City has a number of excess computers available for use by Council members in their homes or offices, should they desire them. Use of the computers would facilitate the sharing of information, scheduling meetings, and the like. Those Council members interested in obtaining one of these computers will pursue the matter with staff. Financial Statements 8. Preliminary Financial Statement - period ending 12/31/92 Finance Director Godbey reviewed the 1992 financial statements, pointing out that the City stayed well within its budget. This is due in part to tax revenue and in part to departments staying within their allotted budgets. Treasurer Ziomkowski reviewed the investment ledger. Currently, the City's investment portfolio is at about $18.5 million. The yield for 1992 was 5.78% with a return of 6.5 %. Director Godbey thanked Treasurer Ziomkowski for doing such a fine job in getting the best returns on City funds. The Finance Department was commended by the Council for its efforts in keeping the City running in the black. Legislative issues 9. Legislative issues Councilman Wight led discussion regarding certain legislative issues currently being considered which generate concern on his part, such as the taking of property by State or local governments, the transfer of displaced Sheriff's employees due to annexation, and in-door smoking facilities for employees. In the ensuing discussion, Manager Pomeranz reported the criminal justice funds are still in jeopardy. Councilwoman Sargent will present these concerns to the AWC and the legislators. Councilman Wight commented on his participation in a function this past weekend at the Vern Burton Memorial Community Center. He was pleased with the outcome of the remodeling with the addition of the kitchen and an improved sound system. The facility is much more functional. At this time, Manager Pomeranz briefly reported on the efforts underway for marketing the facility. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m. -8-