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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/15/1983 I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington March 15, 1983 I CALL TO ORDER Mayor Duncan called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Duncan, Councilmen Gerberding, Haguewood, Hordyk, Polhamus, Quast, Whidden. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Flodstrom, Attorney Miller, Acting Deputy Clerk Headrick, M. Campbell, M. Cleland, J. Pittis, P.' Carr, L. Cosens, D. Frizzell, R. Orton, G. Braun. Public Present: E. Tinkham. E. Ingham, D. Rudolph, S. vorous, R. Cline, S. Fahnestock, L. Ross, D. Price, B. Barr, D. Higg, C. Owens, D. Evans. I II MINUTES Councilman Hordyk moved the Council accept and place on file as received the minutes of the March 1, 1983 meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Whidden. Councilman Quast then noted that on Page 414, paragraph 5, he was asked to speak before the Senate Transportation Committee. The motion to accept the minutes, as corrected, was then passed. IV CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Hordyk moved the Council approve the items listed under the Con- sent Agenda including: (1) payment of $2,000 to John Keegan for legal sup- port and review of URS Site Study and recommendation on the Northern Tier project; (2) release of the retainage on the Old Mill Road/8th and "C" Intersection project; (3) payment of $4,629.95 to United Western Construc- tion Company for work on Phase II of the Downtown Improvement project; (4) correspondence from the Washington State Liquor Control Board on a transfer of license from John Hall and Diane Sinnes to John G. Hollis (Salty Dawg Tavern) and a special occasion license for the Washington State Special Olympics; (5) vouchers of $1,322,322.62; and (6) payroll of $194,864.2l. The motion was seconded by Councilman Whidden and carried. V FINANCE 1. Payment to Riddell, Williams, Bullitt & Walkinshaw Councilman Quast moved the Council authorize payment of $10, 034.90 to Riddell, Williams, Bulli tt & walkinshaw for legal representation of the Utility Defense Group. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gerberding and carried with Councilmen Haguewood and Hordyk voting "No". 2. Police Fleet Bids Finance Director Orton reported to the Council that bids for leasing the Police Department fleet had been opened March lIth. Three bids were received: (2) Birdwell Ford, Port Angeles (AAA Leasing); (2) Koenig Chevrolet, Port Angeles (American Leasing); and (3) CELCO, Illinois (financing only). of the three bids, Koenig Chevrolet is the most respon- sive to the City's needs. Mr. Orton then reviewed the bids and the advantages and disadvantages of leasing the police vehicles. The Council, Mr. Orton, and Police Chief Cleland also discussed the 2-tone paint option and mid-size versus full-size vehicles. There was no Council action on this agenda item; the Council will consider the bids and make a decision at the next regular meeting. 415 )( 416 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March IS, 1983 VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE NOT ON THE AGENDA None. ITEMS FROM THE COUNCIL NOT ON THE AGENDA Councilman Quast requested that Parks Director Frizzell look into the possi- bility of a three-month installment plan for family passes at the 'pool. Councilman Quast and Mr. Frizzell also discussed the status of the Parks & Recreation Commission brochure which would inform visitors of the available facilities in the area. VII LEGISLATION 1. proclamation: International Demolay Week Mayor Duncan read a proclamation proclaiming the week of March 13-20, 1983 as International Demolay Week and presented the signed proclamation to a member of the Port Angeles Chapter, who informed the Council that the Port Angeles Demolay Chapter had recently painted the restroom facilities on Ediz Hook and hoped to make this an annual project. The Port Angeles Chapter also challenged all local youth and civic organizations to undertake a project for the City Parks Department. , NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN ' that the Port Angeles City , Council will hold a public hearing on March 15, 1983. at 7:00 P.M., or os soon thereaher os possible, in the County Commiss,oners Meet- ing Room, Room 160, Clollam County Courthouse. ~ 223 East Fourth Slreet, 10 (:onsider 0 petition to vocate the a portion of Fifth Street, a portion 01 the 5th/61h alley, a porlian of the 4th/51h al- ley, 0 portion of Fourth Street, ol1d 0 portion of Sixth Street. Location: Fourth, Filth and Mayor Duncan reviewed DNR I S request for a Substantial Sixth Stre"t, west of Tum. -' for f .. d' l' weter Access Rood. renewal 0 an ex~st~ng open water ~sposa s~te near) L"gal Description: That par. at the Bedlands under 250 feet of water at Longitude ,tion 01 Sixth Street abul1ing e 4 00 I " d . f hi a parl.on of Lot 1'. Block 96; 8 9 00 an requested comments or quest~ons rom t the 51h/6th olley abul1ing were no comments from the public. Councilman Hordyk th~, Lots 9-11, and a portion. of .1 . h . ' I Lot 12, In Block 96; Filth '. concur with the recommendatl.on of t e Plannl.ng Comml.~ Street abutting a portion of l.te "B" for five years, based upon the original findin~ Lot 8 and Lots 9 and 10, 'j .' . I Block 96 and Lots 11,13 and seconded by Councl.lman Wh~dden and carrl.ed. a portion of Lot 14 in Block I 83; the 4th/5th alley abut. . ., . ting Q portion of Lot 6 and B. Substant~al Development Perm~t: Olymp~c Me Lots 7.9 and 11,14, Block 83; I and Fourth Street abutting a , portion of lot 5 and lots 6.9, Mayor Duncan reviewed Olympic Memorl.al Hospital's req' alQck 83, and Lots 12 and 13. :ial Development Permit to construct a heat recovery SystE' alack 75, TPA, excepl lhat ,ipe . ,.l portion of said r1ghts,ol,way to include pumps I p~pes, and related equ~pment to dJi lying 35 feet west 01 lhe 'om the existing ITT Rayonier Mill to the Hospital, 10cJ te"lerl\n" 01 lhe 'um...aler 1e h " II d h '1 d I Access Road, between t e ITT Rayon~er M~ an t e Hosp~ta , an Applicant: Carl A. Lomb and or questions from the audience. There were no comment James Harper, . ., . Property owner: Some Counc~lman Quast then moved the Counc~l concur w~th All interested parlies may of the Planning Commission and approve the Substantial appear at !he hearing an,d , expres$ their optnlon on thiS ~ subject to the following conditions: (1) the cons proposal. railroad right-of-way be achieved in a manner that ~~tr~~~~}';;rils~83 loose materials be dumped onto existing natural mari City Clerk he ravine wall be restored to its natural pre-constructi Pub.: Feb. 23, 1983~ ___ ing the reseeding of disturbed soils and the planting of plants and shrubs suitable for a steep slope; and (3) that prior to construction, a certified soils engineer provide a report to the Public Works Department to insure protection of the bluff. Councilman Quast also added the following findings of fact to this motion: (A) the proposed development does not constitute the introduction of a new use into the shoreline; therefore, the application does not conflict with General Regulations C.1 and C.4; (B) with restoration of ground surfaces to their natural state and the undergrounding of the recovery and storm drainage lines, the development will not irreversibly convert resources or be detrimental to the natural characteristics of a shoreline of statewide significance in compliance with General Regulation C.5; (C) the restoration of the bluff complies with Use Activity 7.a and the undergrounding of the facilities encourages the maintenance of scenic views 2. Public Hearing: Lamb/Harper Street Vacation (See Planning Commission Minutes.) 3. Planning Commission Minutes Mayor Duncan read the Planning Commission minutes of following action being taken by the Council: A. 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ITEMS FROM THE COUNCIL NOT ON THE AGENDA Councilman Quast requested that Parks Director Frizz. bility of a three-month installment plan for famil] Councilman Quast and Mr. Frizzell also discussed the Recreation Commission brochure which would inform vi facilities in the area. VII LEGISLATION 'ms'~s. 'OW/S91$ 'S'!OIS /'UMOP "'B I 3!)~\lL3)IN '-'~18 'I~SM SI9 'slusw'Aodv i1!H .aUld .sauawlJodo Mayor Duncan read a proclamation proclaiming the wee SsS:6<>';,~~SJ ~~!~~O".~i,7I'!~~ as International Demolay Week and presented the sig "'8 I ilN3~ H~J HiNOW % member of the Port Angeles Chapter who informed the 'p'o^slnoB '3 ~EI"ss,o, , ^l'l1aaM alqouosOB}J . Al .10 Angeles Demolay Chapter had recently painted the res1 -10> 'slqO) 'SJ!M" PLOW AI Hook and hoped to make this an annual project. The ;!,~~n'Sus~~~i~o~:~~!M:~~:') also challenged all local youth and civic organ~za ~O'S'LS' 'BLOW 330 NVO project for the City Parks Department. s,uswpodv I&S"S ~OO 'AluO sllnpo "'B S~I\I!Sdn I '86SE-Ell9 'ow-OO'/$ "~M .OOl$ 'pe4S!U.JO;;i 'OPUO:J 1. proclamation: International Demolay Week ,,983 a ort Ediz er a 2. Public Hearing: Lamb/Harper Street Vacation (See Planning Commission Minutes.) 3. Planning Commission Minutes Mayor Duncan read the Planning Commission minutes of March 9, 1983 with the following action being taken by the Council: A. Substantial Development Permit: DNR Mayor Duncan reviewed DNR's request for a Substantial Development Permit for I renewal of an existing open water disposal site near Ediz Hook, located at the Bedlands under 250 feet of water at Longitude 123024' 00", Latitude 48009'00" and requested comments or questions from the audience. There were no comments from the public. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Site "B" for five years, based upon the original findings. The motion was seconded by Councilman Whidden and carried. B. Substantial Development Permit, Olympic Memorial Hospital Mayor Duncan reviewed Olympic Memorial Hospital's request for a Substantial Development Permit to construct a heat recovery system and storm water pipe to include pumps, pipes, and related equipment to divert waste water from the existing ITT Rayonier Mill to the Hospital, located at the shoreline between the ITT Rayonier Mill and the Hospital, and requested comments or questions from the audience. There were no comments from the public. Councilman Quast then moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve the Substantial Development Permit, subject to the following conditions: (1) the construction within the railroad right-of-way be achieved in a manner that wherever possible no loose materials be dumped onto existing natural marine beach; (2) that the ravine wall be restored to its natural pre-construction condition, including the reseeding of disturbed soils and the planting of plants and shrubs suitable for a steep slope; and (3) that prior to construction, a certified I soils engineer provide a report to the Public Works Department to insure protection of the bluff. Councilman Quast also added the following findings of fact to this motion: (A) the proposed development does not constitute the introduction of a new use into the shoreline; therefore, the application does not conflict with General Regulations C.I and C.4; (B) with restoration of ground surfaces to their natural state and the undergrounding of the recovery and storm drainage lines, the development will not irreversibly convert resources or be detrimental to the natural characteristics of a shoreline of statewide significance in compliance with General Regulation C.5; (C) the restoration of the bluff complies with Use Activity 7.a and the undergrounding of the facilities encourages the maintenance of scenic views I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 15, 1983 and m~n~m~zes damages to the aesthetic quality of the shoreline area in furtherance of Use Activity Policy 7.b; (D) the storm water collection and diversion system should reduce the danger of cave-ins and slides in further- ance of Natural Systems Policy 13.a and c; (E) since no development will occur on or over waters of the shoreline, water quality degredation and interference with Harbor traffic will not occur; and (F) since the proposed wastewater heat recovery system and storm water drainage system are acces- sory uses to existing uses, they are in basic compliance with the Comprehen- sive Plan and the Zoning Ordinance. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gerberding. During the discussion which followed, Councilman Hordyk ques- tioned the cost effectiveness of placing the pipe underground and was also concerned that the ravine wall could not be stabilized following construc- tion. These subjects were discussed at length between the Council, Planner Carr, Manager Flodstrom and Hospital representative Steve Vorous. It was Manager Flodstrom' s opinion that the ravine wall could be stabilized to such an extent that it would be more stable than before construction. Planner Carr noted that the underground pipe proposal was submitted by the applicant. On call for the question the motion carried. C. Conditional Use Permit: Matthews Mayor Duncan reviewed Mr. Matthews' request for extension of a conditional use permit for seasonal sale of bait and tackle as a home occupation at 323 East 13th Street, and requested comments or questions from the audience. There were no comments from the public. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a two-year extension to Mr. Matthews' conditional use permit, subject to the original conditions and findings. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gerberding and carried. D. Conditional Use Permit: Cline Mayor Duncan reviewed Mr. Cline's request for a conditional use permit to manufacture and sell sewing kits as a home occupation at 1233 West 10th Street, and requested comments or questions from the audience. The appli- cant, Mr. Ray Cline, commented on condition #2 which stipulates that he rent a Post Office box for his prime mailing address, and condition #3 which stipulates that all deliveries occur on the street. There are presently no Post Office boxes available, stated Mr. Cline, and a great number of people are skeptical of mail-order businesses with a Post Office box. United Parcel Service drivers routinely go through alleys in residential areas. He could make an agreement with the regular UPS driver to make deliveries on lOth Street but could make no guarantee that this would always occur. There were no further public comments. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Mr. Cline's conditional use permit for a period of one year, but that condition #2 (the applicant rent a Post Office box for their prime mailing address for the business) be deleted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Quast. During the discussion which fol- lowed, the Council, staff, and Planning Commission member Jerry cornell further reviewed the conditions placed on Mr. Cline's permit and the Home Occupation Standards. On call for the question, Councilmen Hordyk, Quast and Whidden voted "Aye" with Councilmen Gerberding, Haguewood and Polhamus voting "No". Mayor Duncan, voting to break the tie, voted "No" and the motion was denied. I Councilman Quast then move the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Mr. Cline's conditional use permit for a period of one year, but that condition #2 be amended to read that the appli- cant shall rent a Post Office box for his primary mailing address for this business as soon as a Post Office box becomes available, and also subject to the following conditions: (1) there be no remodeling of the exterior of the garage that would change its appearance; and (3) that all deliveries occur on the street. Councilman Quast also added the following findings of fact to his motion: (a) the proposed conditions mitigate the negative aspects of operating a Home Occupation in an accessory building; (b) there would be little impact on the neighborhood; and (c) some activity occurs in the house. The motion was seconded by Councilman Whidden. On call for the question, the motion carried with Councilman Gerberding voting "No". 417 418 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 15, 1983 E. Substantial Development Permit: Crown Zellerbach Mayor Duncan reviewed Crown Zellerbach's request for a substantial development permit for a fuel oil tank farm and related products handling facilities located on Ediz Hook and the Port Angeles Harbor, and requested comments or questions from the audience. There were no comments. Council- man Quast then moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Crown Zellerbach's Substantial Development Permit, subject to the following conditions: (1) that an additional fire hydrant be provided on the Ediz Hook Road at the east end of the project I site; (2) that the Uniform Fire Code, 1979 Edition, NFPA, and guidelines of the Fire Department shall be followed in the design, construction and operation of the facility; (3) that a boat, approximately 30 to 35 feet in length and equipped with marine fire fighting equipment as required by the Fire Department be made available by the applicant within a five-minute call timel (4) that a finished texture and color for the tanks and retaining wall which are compatable with the surrounding environment be selected to reduce the visual impact of the storage tank site; (5) that provisions for the construction and maintenance of a joint biking and hiking trail between the storage facility and the rip-rap adjacent to the Strait of Juan de Fuca, or an alternate route through the Mill site, acceptable to the City, be com- pleted within one year of operation, following the first year of operationl and (6) that the operational procedures for handling and storage of bunker fuel and the spill contingency plan be submitted for City review in order to minimize accidental spillage and provide satisfactory means of handling spills that do occur. He cited the following findings of fact: (A) the proposed bunker fuel facility partially complies with General Regulation C.l, Land Use Element D.I.a and Use Activity F.l.a, in that it is not a shoreline-dependent but a water-related and water-oriented use and is being located on a developed site in an already developed area; (B) because development exposes only a small portion of the undeveloped shoreline to use and represents the redevelopment and upgrading of the storage facility site, it substantially complies with General Regulation C.4 and it would reduce the exposure to development of a Shoreline of Statewide Significance; (C) minimum alteration of the shoreline and environmental degredation of the I Harbor will occur during construction, reducing adverse impacts of intensive development; therefore, the proposal is in conformance with Use Activity F.8.g and, General Regulation C.41 (D) because of the distance from the nearest residential development and the present level of development on the site, public visual access to the shoreline will not be significantly obstructed over that now presently experienced. With the condition of a joint walking and bicycle trail, there will be greater physical access to the shoreline on the site than now is available. Accordingly, the proposal is in substantial compliance with General Regulation 2 and Land Use Element D. 2; (E) the risk of fire and explosion is substantially reduced by the condition that a marine fire vessel be provided and the guidelines of the Fire Department be adhered to; therefore, the proposal substantially complies with Use Activity Policy 7.3; (F) the site and area are planned for industrial uses in accordance with the City Comprehensive Plan and are designated M-2 District in the City Zoning Ordinance. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk. During the discussion which followed, staff and several representatives from Crown Zellerbach and British Petroleum responded to questions from the Council regarding the color of the tanks, the fireboat which will be provided by Crown Z, whether the proposed biking/hiking trail would be hazardous and the possibility of an alternate route through the Mill site; whether dredging will be required at the tanker berth site; fire and oil spill containment plans; fixed versus 'floating roof design, and other subjects related to the construction of the proposed facility. The discussion concluded with Ms. Lorraine Ross reading I to the Council a letter of support from Clayton Betting, Westco Marine Services. On call for the question, the motion carried. F. Street Vacation: Lamb/Harper Mayor Duncan noted that the Planning Commission had continued their hearing on this matter until the April 13, 1983 Planning Commission meeting, and opened the public hearing. There were no comments and the public hearing was closed. Foldlowing advice from Attorney Miller, Councilman Quast moved the Council refer this petition to the Planning Commission for consideration at their March 23, 1983 meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Whidden and carried. I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 15, 1983 Councilman Whidden moved the Council accept and place on file the Planning Commission minutes of March 9, 1983. The motion was seconded by Councilman Quast and carried. 4. Resolution: Proposed Cemetery Fee Adjustments Mayor Duncan introduced and read by title a proposed Resolution establishing fees and rates for services provided at Ocean View Cemetery. Councilman Hordyk moved the Council adopt the proposed Resolution as read by title. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gerberding. During discussion on the motion Councilman Haguewood questioned Parks Director Frizzell regarding accuracy of the fees in the proposed resolution and how they compare to the fees at Mt. Angeles Cemetery. Councilman Haguewood then moved the Council table this agenda item until the next regular Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Polhamus and carried. 5. Request for Funding: Serenity House Ms. Carol OWens, Clallam County Human Services Coordinator, addressed the Council concerning a request for funding for Serenity House, a facility organized in late 1982 which gives lodging and food to intoxicated individuals or alcoholics who do not require medical attention or hospital admission but require a place to recover. Ms. Owens pointed out that the Human Services Coordinating Council voted to recommend that county and city governments appropriate a one-time grant of $1,650 and $2,232 respectively to the Serenity House program. The recommendation was specific in being a one-time appropriation and the City's portion be a new grant as opposed to a shift in funds away from already approved Human Services appropriations in the 1983 budget. Following the presentation, Ms. Owens and Dave Evans, from Serenity House, responded to several questions from the Council regarding who uses the facility and whether they are drop-ins or referrals; how the City's appropriation would be spent (it would go towards Serenity House's utility bills); and if transients are classified as County clients. The Council and Manager Flodstrom then briefly discussed the status of the City's Current Expense Fund, with Finance Director Orton pointing out that there is presently a deficit in the Current Expense Fund of approximately $65,000 until May 1st. The Council then suggested to Ms. Owens that this matter be deferred until May. In the meantime" the County funds could be used for the Sereni ty House utility bills. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council table this matter until a later date. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haguewood and carried with Councilmen Gerberding and Quast voting "no". 6. Resolution: Loan to Solid Waste Fund Mayor Duncan introduced and read by title Resolution No. 6-83 entitled, Resolution No. 6-83 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles authorizing an inter fund loan from the Equipment Rental Fund to the Solid Waste Fund. Councilman Hordyk moved the Council adopt the foregoing Resolution as read by title by Mayor Duncan. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gerberding and carried. 7. Ordinance: Solid Waste Collection Fees Mayor Duncan referred to a memorandum from Public works Director pittis concerning the proposed ordinance for increasing Solid Waste rates to the cost-of-service presented on October 18, ,1982. Specifically, those rates are as follows: (a) Residential rate - $6.00; (b) Commercial rate - up 9%; and (c) Landfill tipping fee - $12.25 per ton. Mayor Duncan then introduced and read by title Ordinance No. 2251 entitled, 419 420 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 15, 1983 Ordinance No. 2251 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles establishing rates for solid waste collection and for the Sanitary Landfill, and amending Section 12 of Ordinance 1327, Section 1 of Ordinance 1697, Ordinance 1851, Sections 1 and 2 of Ordinance l862, Section 1 of Ordinance 2126, Section 1 of Ordinance' 2128, and Sections 8.12.040, 8.32.010, and 8.32.020 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. I Councilman Polhamus moved the Council adopt the foregoing Ordinance as read by title by Mayor Duncan. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gerberding. During the discussion which followed, Councilman Haguewood voiced his objection to the proposed increase in rates. He felt the increase was too high, especially for those people who only use one garbage can, and the public should have been informed of the proposed increase before this meeting. Councilman Quast spoke in favor of the proposed increase, noting that the Utility Advisory Committee had recommended its approval and the rates were still lower than other cities the same size as Port Angeles. On call for the question, the motion carried with Councilman Haguewood voting UNo". In response to a request from Manager Flodstrom, Councilman Hordyk moved the Council revoke the directive to the Public Works Department to investigate mechanized garbage collection. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gerberding and carried. 8. Ordinance: Planning Commission Term of Office Mayor Duncan introduced and read by title a proposed ordinance establishing the terms of office for members of the Planning Commission (from six years to four years). Councilman Quast moved the Council adopt the ordinance as read by title. The motion was seconded by Councilman Polhamus. During I discussion on the motion, Councilmen Haguewood and Hordyk voiced their _ objection to the proposed four-year term, noting that it usually takes at least two years for a Planning Commission member to become familiar with Planning Commission procedures and members can always resign before their term has expired. Councilmen Polhamus and Quast supported the four-year term, noting that three present Planning Commission members recommended a reduction in the term of office. On call for the question, Councilmen Polhamus and Quast voted "Aye" and Councilmen Gerberding, Haguewood, Hordyk and Whidden voted "No". The motion was denied. 9. Community Service/Juvenile Diversion Work Program Mayor Duncan referred to a memorandum from Manager Flodstrom concerning a formal program for utilizing individuals assigned to community service work. In the past, juveniles required to perform community service as a punishment or adults who have been found guilty by the court system but are unable to pay the fines, have been assigned to the various public agencies throughout the community to do public service work. These programs have not been particularly effective because there was no formal structure of supervision, work scheduling or penalties for non-performance or absence. Manager Flodstrom I s memo contained five proposed guidelines for the effective utilization of the community service program and a list of projects which the Parks and Public Works Departments felt were appropriate tasks to be assigned to community service workers. This agenda item was for information only. Staff will keep the Council informed on the progress of the program. I 10. PUD Association: Default Alternatives Mayor Duncan referred to a memorandum from Attorney Miller explaining the three alternatives to default of WPPSS nuclear plants 4 and 5, proposed by the Washington PUD ASsociation's Resolutions Committee. The alternatives are: (a) regionalization; (2) tender offer/buy back; and (3) debt reduction. The Association I s primary emphasis is on the "debt reduction" plan, the most complicated of the alternatives. This plan would require the I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 15, 1983 Washington municipals, including the City of Port Angeles, to essentially guarantee 680 million dollars raised on the bond market by a State refinanc- ing authority. The City would be expected to repay its portion of that debt, the principal of which would be approximately 4.653 million dollars, throug~ increases in its utility rates. This refinancing authority would take the money which it has raised, presumably at a sale of approximately 9 to 10%, and purchase Project 4 and 5 bonds at 13.5%. The difference in rates between what the refinancing authority owed, and what it was receiv- ing, would be used to satisfy the WPPSS Projects 4 and 5 debt. The Council and Attorney Miller discussed the three alternatives briefly. Councilman Quast then moved that the Council go on record that it is desirous of avoiding default and therefore any kind of operational plan which can succeed will be supported by the Council if it should materialize. The motion was seconded by Councilman Whidden and carried with Councilmen Hordyk and Haguewood voting "No". 11. Ordinance: Med-Net Radio Project Fund Mayor Duncan introduced and read by title Ordinance No. 2252 entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2252 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles establishing a Med-Net Radio Project Construction Fund, providing for administration of State and Municipal project monies. Councilman Whidden moved the Council adopt the foregoing Ordinance as read by title by Mayor Duncan. The motion was seconded by Councilman Quast and carried unanimously. 12. Car Allowance Policy During 1981, the Council approved the establishment of an Auto Allowance Program in order to avoid the replacement costs of several existing City vehicles. At this meeting, Mayor Duncan referred to a memorandum from Manager Flodstrom requesting an increase in the car allowance amount for those individuals currently on the car allowance program from $100 per month to $125 per month as budgeted for 1983. Following a brief discussion, Councilman Polhamus moved the Council authorize an increase in the car allowance amount from $100 per month to $125 per month. The motion was seconded by Councilman Quast and carried with Councilman Hordyk voting "No". VIII LATE ITEMS Manager Flodstrom made the following announcements: There will be a public hearing in Olympia on March 17th to discuss a proposed increase in ferry rates effective May lst. The City is presently advertising for applications for the Planning Commission until March 25th. I He has drafted a thank you letter for Mayor Duncan's signature to Commander Wolfe and Captain Shanower for the open house on the u.s. Coast Guard Cutter MORGANTHEAU. He has drafted a letter to the Senate Transportation Committee on the Hood Canal Bridge tolls and the use of those tolls. IX ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE/COUNCIL NOT ON THE AGENDA Ms. Lorraine Ross addressed the Council to point out that Crown Zellerbach's Ediz Hook lease should be renegotiated since their substantial development permit for a fuel 9il tank farm will change the use of that property. 421 422 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 15, 1983 Councilman Gerberding suggested the Council consider an oil transfer fee to put into a contingency fund for Harbor protection. Councilman Hordyk noted that the Masters Baptist Church on Golf Course Road, which was recently granted a conditional use permit, is being put up for sale and questioned Planner Carr regarding the terms of the permit. Councilman Whidden questioned Finance Director Orton regarding the status of the Data Processing Supervisor position. Mr. Orton responded that the Personnel Department is currently reviewing the applications received and I will be conducting interviews soon. Councilman Whidden also asked Manager Flodstrom if he had heard from Mr. Ranta regarding his appointment to the Planning Commission. Manager Flodstrom responded that Mr. Ranta is withdraw- ing because of poor health but may be interested in a future appointment. Mayor Duncan: Thanked the Chamber of Commerce for putting together packets for the crew of the MORGANTHEAU. Informed the Council that she had received a letter from the Department of Transportation concerning meetings from March 21st through April 19th on annual roadway programs for Washington cities. Announced that the EDC Tourism Committee will be holding a meeting March 17th to discuss the marketing report done by Jack Lawson and March 23rd to discuss the proposed convention center with County hotel/motel/resort owners. Read a letter from Senator Paul Connor regarding his support/non- support of several bills before the legislature. Pointed out that the Information Agenda included draft #3 of the proposed Harbor Use Ordinance which needs to be reviewed by the Council. Councilman Quast: Suggested that Public Works xerox copies of Ordinance No. 2226 to give to violators who do not cover their loads to the landfill. Questioned Parks Director Frizzell regarding the replanting of trees in the Downtown area. Asked staff who owns and maintains the boat launches. Noted that he had received a citizen complaint that mothers take their small boys into the ladies dressing room at the pool and discussed this complaint with Parks Director Frizzell. Councilman Polhamus: Questioned Manager Flodstrom regarding any change in I the County's position on the Convention Center. X ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION The meeting adjourned to an executive session at 10:00 P.M. XI RETURN TO OPEN SESSION/ADJOURNMENT The meeting returned to open session at 10:30 P.M. and was adjourned. ~~ e. !?~ City Clerk J..~ ol~ I