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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/04/1986492 I CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro Tem Quast called the meeting to order at 7:01 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Pro Tem Quast, Councilmen Hallett, Hesla, McPhee, Schermer, Stamon. Members Absent: Mayor Whidden. Staff Present: Manager Flodstrom, Attorney Knutson, Acting Clerk Anderson, P. Carr, M. Cleland, R. Saville, S. Brodhun, L. Glenn, J. Pittis, R. Orton, A. Rose, S. Hardy, S. Roberds, D. Wolfe, L. Danks, R. French, M. Wellman. Public Present: A. Butler, J. McSwain, D. Schulz, E. Swain, E. Gormley, M. Merrick, W. C. Schmidt, B. J. Rooney, J. S. Machenheimer, L. Konopaski, L. Nelson, A. Tobias, J. Brownfield, B. Polhamus, S. Trac, L. Sunny. L. Ross, H. Hamm, L. Koncicky, S. Price. III MINUTES Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file the minutes of the Special Joint Meeting of February 11, 1986. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file the minutes of the regular meeting of February 18, 1986. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file the minutes of the Special Worksession of February 25, 1986. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. IV FINANCE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington March 4, 1986 1. Consideration of Bid Award for Morse Creek Hydro Project Mechanical and Electrical Following brief a discussion, Councilman Hallett moved to award the bid for the Morse Creek Hydro Project to Burke Electric of Bellevue in the amount of $510,512 excluding state sales or use taxes. Councilman Schermer seconded. More discussion followed. Attorney Knutson explained problems that had occured with the bid opening. On call for the question, the motion carried. Councilman Hallett then moved Council authorize the City Light Director or Power Manager to sign the contract agreement contained within the Morse Creek Hydro Project Specifications. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 2. Request for Payment to Riddell, Williams, of $804.63 for Legal Representation on WPPSS Issues Councilman Schermer moved to approve payment of the February 15, 1986, Riddell, Williams bill in the amount of $804.63. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. V CONSENT AGENDA Following some discussion and clarification, Councilman Schermer moved to accept the items under the Consent Agenda, including (1) Request permission to call for bids for Water Utility materials; (2) Acceptance of work on Slide Repair Projects (8th Cherry and 6th Albert); (3) Request permis- sion to call for bids for Cardboard Recycling Contract; (4) Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; and (5) Vouchers of $168,792.18 and Payroll of 2 -23 -86 of $221,202.44. Councilman McPhee seconded and the motion carried. VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA Harold Govedich, 3909 Nygren Place, requested Discussion of the Condition of the Road at the end of McDougal and Church Streets be placed on the agenda. The Council placed this item as Number 6B on the Agenda. ITEMS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA Councilman McPhee requested the Discussion of Availability of Executive Session Tapes to New Councilmembers be put on the agenda. He further requested Discussion of Secret Ballots also be placed on the agenda. In consideration for the length of the agenda, Mayor Pro Tem Quast ordered Councilman McPhee's two items be placed on the agenda of the regular March 18, 1986, meeting, within the first five items under Legislation. Councilman Stamon added Item No. 18, Request for Letter of Support for Grant Application to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. VII LEGISLATION 1. Presentation of Letters of Congratulations to Jeff Lunt and Theron Watson on Reaching Eagle Scout Rank Mayor Pro Tem Quast read letters of congratulations from Mayor Whidden to Jeff Lunt and Theron Watson for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. In the letters, Mayor Whidden commended their efforts as well as congratulating Troops 1461 and 191. Award Certificates of Merit were also presented. 2. Public Hearings A. Lighted Signs in the PBP Zone and Ordinance Amending Zoning Code Mayor Pro Tem Quast opened the public hearing and asked for comments. There were none. He therefore closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Quast then read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2382 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles amending Section 13 of Ordinance 1709, the Public Buildings and Parks Chapter of the Port Angeles Zoning Code, to expressly allow hospitals in the PBP District, to allow hospitals to have lighted signs in the PBP District, and to expressly prohibit intermittent or flashing lighted signs in the PBP District. Councilman Schermer moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Coun- cilman Stamon seconded. Following a brief discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 3. Hermann /Sunset Wire Rope SV- 86(2)1 Ordinance Adopted Councilman Schermer presented information and noted a correction on Exhibit "A Item 2, to read, "Cleaning, removal, and disposal off -site of brush and debris from the area within the vacated street as well as within Lots 1 8, Block 49, TPA, and Lots 9 and 10, Block 50, TPA, north of the toe of the existing bluff." A brief discussion followed. Mayor Pro Tem Quast read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2383 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles vacating that portion of Pine Street lying between Blocks 49 and 50, TPA. CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 4, 1986 4 f), 404 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 4, 1986 Following a short discussion, Councilman Schermer moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, including the corrected Exhibit "A Council- man Hesla seconded and the motion carried. 4. Planning Commission Minutes of February 26, 1986 Councilman Hallett moved to set a public hearing for March 18, 1986, to consider allowing double -wide modular pre- manufactured structures in the residential single family districts, RS -7 and RS -9. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. Some discussion followed. Councilman Stamon moved to accept and place on file the Planning Commission minutes of February 26, 1986. Councilman Hallett seconded. Following some discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 5. Request from Veterans Organizations for Council to Reconsider Renaming "Central Park" Mayor Pro Tem Quast read a petition requesting the renaming of Central Park to Veterans' Memorial Park, submitted by Kenneth Watkins, Chaplain for American Legion. Commissioner Hallett moved to rescind the motion of an earlier meeting on renaming Central Park to Freedom Park. Councilman McPhee seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Hallett requested background information on the subject, which Manager Flodstrom presented. Councilman McPhee then moved to accept public comment on the matter. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. Mayor Pro Tem Quast opened the meeting for public comments. Kenneth Watkins, Chaplain for the American Legion, addressed the Council in regards to the naming of the park as Veterans' Memorial Park and the installation of a flagpole with a flag. Marvin Merrick, 615 West Eighth Street, of the Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 9, and the VFW, addressed the Council and presented to Councilmem- bers a list of names of participants in all the wars, those who died in combat, and those still living. David Schultz, 127 West Fourth Street, of VFW Post 1024, also addressed the Council, urging renaming the park to Veterans' Park. Mr. Watkins then re- addressed the Council. Following discussion at some length, Councilman Hallett moved to rename Central Park, presently known as Freedom Park, to Veterans' Park. Council- man Stamon seconded. After brief discussion, Councilman McPhee amended the motion to re -name the Park Veterans' Memorial Park. Councilman Hallett concurred. Mayor Pro Tem Quast presented information on the background of the previous decision of the past City Council. Bob Hurless, Gales Addition, spoke in support of a re -name to Veterans' Memorial Park. David Shultz recommended that the monument currently in front of the Veteran's Center not be relocated to the Park.` He recommended only new monuments for Korean War and Viet Nam veterans, or monuments representing a special veteran, be placed in the Park. On call for the question, the motion carried. 6. Request for Consideration of Proposal of "Friends of the Blind" for City Assistance in Establishing a Guide Dog School Leo Sunny, 127 West Third, Henry Hamm, 1835 West Fourth Street, and Linda Koncicky, 149 Eldridge Road South, Sequim, addressed the Council. Mrs. Koncicky informed the Council that the guide dog school would be a non- profit organization, holding two classes per year for ten students at a time. She then answered questions from the Council. Following some discussion, Councilman Schermer moved that Council agreed in principle with establishing a guide dog center on City property and instructed staff to research means of supporting this effort. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman Stamon pointed out a possible problem with the Zoning Code on placing a single -wide mobile home on the property and said they should check with Planner Carr. She also encouraged the group to approach local businesses, service clubs and private individuals for further assistance. Councilman McPhee requested staff consider other property than the proposed property between the City Landfill and Ocean View Cemetery. On call for the question, the motion carried. 7. Consideration of Renewal of Pea Patch Lease Mayor Pro Tem Quast read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2384 AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles providing standard procedures, criteria, and terms for the Recreation and Parks Commission, Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and Civil Service Commission, and amending Ordinance Nos. 1926, 1123, and 1796, and Chapters 2.32, 2.36, 2.52, and 2.22 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. 495 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 4, 1986 6B. Discussion on Road Conditions at End of McDougal and Church Streets Mayor Pro Tem Quast read a petition presented to the Council from residents of the McDougal Street area. Harold and Betty Govadich, 3909 Nygren Place, addressed the Council regarding the road conditions in the area. Council- man Hallett requested information from staff on the history of the area; the same summary of material given to the public, to include the conditions of the roadway, the causes of problems, and options for improvement. Mayor Pro Tem Quast instructed staff to contact Mr. Govadich as spokesperson, and set up a meeting in the old Council Chambers to discuss concerns. He further requested that Councilmembers attend. Councilman Stamon moved to approve the lease as presented for the Pea Patch program. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. 8. Consideration of Ordinance Amending the Lengths of Terms on the Planning Commission, Parks Board, and Civil Service Commission Councilman Schermer moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Coun- cilman Stamon seconded. Discussion followed. Councilman Stamon then moved to amend the Ordinance to require the limitation of two complete consecu- tive terms. Councilman Schermer seconded. A lengthy discussion followed. On call for the question the amendment carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No On call for the question, the motion to adopt the Ordinance as amended carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No 9. Consideration of Reappointing Board and Commission Members; Including Confirmation of Appointments to the Senior Center Advisory Board Manager Flodstrom presented the name of a second candidate expressing interest in the Civil Service Commission, Jim Cammack. Councilman Hallett moved to reapp`bint David Moe, Mike Morrish and Barbara Crogan to the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Commission. Councilman McPhee seconded and the motion carried. Councilman McPhee moved to continue advertising for the Civil Service Commission, Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission. Councilman Stamon seconded, noting that members expressing interest in continuing to serve on those boards will still be considered but may not need to be interviewed. On call for the question the motion carried. Councilman Schermer moved to accept the recommendation of staff to appoint and reappoint Jane Grasty, Ann Herbert, Marguerite Siewick, Marie Senecal and Margaret Pohl to the Senior Center Board of Directors. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Hallett moved that Lorraine Ross continue to serve on the Plan- ning Commission until a final decision is reached and a permanent appoint- ment has been made. Councilman McPhee seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Schermer moved to set a special meeting April 1, 1986, for interviews and continue to advertise until then. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 496 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 4, 1986 10. Campbell Avenue Sewer LID Consideration of Resolution of Intent Setting a Public Hearing for Revised Campbell Avenue Sewer Improvement District Mayor Pro Tem Quast read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 05 -86 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, declaring the intention of the City Council to order the improvement of a certain area within the City by doing sanitary sewer installation, and by doing all other work necessary in connection therewith, and fixing a time, date and place for a hearing on this Resolution of Intention; and rescinding Resolution No. 35 -85. Councilman Stamon moved to pass the Resolution as read by title, setting a public hearing date of April 1, 1986. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. 11. Preliminary Assessment Roll for Sidewalk Reconstruction 100 Block of West 12th Mayor Pro Tem Quast read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 06 -86 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, declaring the necessity for recon- struction of sidewalks for the public convenience and safety. Councilman Schermer moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Coun- cilman Hallett seconded and the motion carried. Mayor Pro Tem Quast declared a recess at 9:18 P.M. Mayor Pro Tem Quast called the meeting back to order at 9:24 P.M. 12. Consideration of City Hall Program and Master Plan Public Works Director (Project Director) Pittis presented the designs of the master plan and information regarding the project and its background. He concluded his detailed presentation with a final determination from the Committee that 27,000 square feet would be allowable within budget limits. Director Pittis pointed out, however, that size of facility could cause some problems in not permitting expansion. The Council discussed this matter at length. Jackson Carter, architect from Arai /Jackson, answered questions from the Council and presented information regarding other cities and their problems after constructing new buildings. Additional discussion followed. Councilman Schermer then moved to accept the Master Plan and the footprint recommended by the architect on the Committee and to proceed with the schematics for a 27,000 square -foot facility. Councilman Stamon seconded. Following additional discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried, with Mayor Pro Tem Quast, Councilmen Schermer, Hesla and Stamon voting "Aye" and Councilmen Hallett and McPhee voting "No Leo Sunny inquired about plans for the public library. Some discussion followed, and Mayor Pro Tem Quast suggested waiting for a letter from the Library Board before the Council responds. 13. Consideration of Supplement to Comprehensive Water Plan Consultant Agreement Councilman Hallett moved to authorize Manager Flodstrom to sign a contract supplement to the Water System Comprehensive Plan in the amount of $10,000 with Gardner Engineers for final completion of the Plan and other Water Utility- related work. Councilman Stamon seconded. Following a short discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 14. Consideration of 1986 Public Defender Contract Councilman Schermer moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the 1986 Public Defender Contract in the amount of $11,500. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 15. Parks, Recreation Beautification Minutes of February 20, 1986 Accepted Councilman McPhee asked where the money from the sale of the former Senior Center van had gone. Finance Director Orton stated the funds had been absorbed into the General Fund. Following some discussion on other aspects of the Minutes, Councilman McPhee moved to accept and place on file as presented the Minutes of the February,20, 1986, Parks, Recreation Beautification Commission meeting. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 16. Resolution regarding the Acquisition of Data Processing Equipment Mayor Pro Tem Quast noted a memorandum from Finance Director Orton concern- ing the City's acquisition of Hewlett Packard computer equipment. Follow- ing a brief discussion, Manager Flodstrom encouraged Councilmembers to take a look at how the City's data processing system works. Mayor Pro Tem Quast read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 07 -86 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles designating the Hewlett Packard Corporation and Hewlett Packard equipment dealers as sole sources for acquisition of main computer peripheral equipment; and declaring an exception to normal bidding procedures. 497 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 4, 1986 Councilman Schermer moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Coun- cilman Hallett seconded. Following a brief discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No 17. Consideration of Resolution for Final Acceptance and Naming of Roadway for DelHur Eastside Annexation Councilman Stamon moved to defer Consideration until the next meeting. Councilman Hallett seconded and the motion carried. 18. Letter to Puget Sound Health Systems Agency Councilman Stamon read a proposed letter to Puget Sound Health Systems Agency from Mayor Pro Tem Quast regarding the City's support of the North Olympic Health Planning Council's Grant Application to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation for health care for the uninsured. Councilman Stamon then moved to authorize Mayor Pro Tem Quast to sign the letter. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. VIII CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS AND LATE ITEMS Councilman Schermer announced that he would be attending the awards program in relation to a letter from Senator Slade Gorton regarding Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding on Friday, March 7, 1986, in Tacoma. He will be representing the State Block Grant Committee. Mayor Pro Tem Quast referred to a request from Lighthouse Christian Center to reconsider the Council's denial of an extension of a temporary use permit for a caretaker trailer. Planner Carr indicated that he had scheduled a meeting with the applicant to further discuss the issue. Mayor Pro Tem Quast instructed staff to bring a report on that meeting back to Council. Some discussion followed. 498 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 4, 1986 IX ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE /CITY COUNCIL NOT ON THE AGENDA Mayor Pro Tem Quast then read a proclamation, proclaiming March 2 9, 1986, as Women's History Week, and proclaiming March 8, 1986, as International Women's Day. By consensus of the Council, a Real Estate Committee meeting was set for Thursday, March 13, 1986, at 4:00 P.M. Manager Flodstrom provided additional information from Mr. Kalin regarding hazardous waste shipment. He also received a letter from the U. S. Depart- ment of Energy indicating that on March 13, 1986, from 2 to 9 PM, they will host an open house in Seattle for the purpose of offering the community an informal opportunity to learn about the options for disposal of nuclear waste resulting from National Defense activities at the Hanford site. The open house will be held at the Pacific Science Center. The exhibit will also be on display at the Pacific Science Center on March 19th, and the Seattle Center on March 15th and 16th. X ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Pro Tem Quast adjourned the meeting to executive session at 11:01 P.M. for the purpose of discussing pending litigation. The length of the executive session was approximately ten minutes. XI RETURN TO OPEN SESSION AND ADJOURNMENT The meeting returned to open session and adjourned at approximately 11:14 P.M. Acting City Clerk Mayor Pro Tem