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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/17/1987698 I CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro -Tem Quast called the meeting to order at 7:02 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Councilmen Hallett, Hesla, McPhee, Quast, Schermer, Stamon. Members Absent: Staff Present: Public Present: III MINUTES Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file as received the minutes of the March 3, 1987 regular meeting. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman McPhee referred to Register Page 689. Following lengthy discussion, the Council concurred to amend the sentence which referred to Register Page 688 rewording the sentence to read: "He stated that the minutes did not reflect his concerns on the issue of wholesale electric rates, Councilman McPhee then referred to Register Page 694, para- graph 4, feeling that a more accurate statement would be; that Councilman McPhee opposed approving a contract with a term of two years because the law specifically forbids a definite term of service. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast then inquired of the City Attorney if the law specifically states that City Managers cannot have contracts with specified terms. The City Attorney stated that the law did not specifically forbid this. On call for the question, the motion carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No." IV FINANCE 1. Payment Authorized to Riddell, Williams Councilman Stamon moved to authorize payment of the Riddell, Williams bill in the amount of $10,974.91 for WPPSS litigation services. Councilman Hallett seconded and the motion carried. V CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Stamon offered a correction on Item C, c4anging the time for "7 to 10 P.M." rather than "7 to 9 P.M.' She then moved to accept the items listed under the Consent Agenda as follows: (1) Request permission to call for bids on traffic paint and markings; (2) Request for progress payment to Fremont Construction of $207,074.15 for City Hall construction; (3) Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; and (4) Vouchers of $1,577,118.89; Payroll of 3/8/87 of $218,709.63. Councilman Schermer seconded. Councilman McPhee discussed with staff the progress payment on City Hall and inquired if the City does attempt to deal with companies inside the City limits first when purchasing, for example, welding mate- rials. Manager Flodstrom stated that that was generally the preference. On call for the question, the motion carried. VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA None. CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington March 17, 1987 Mayor Whidden. Manager Flodstrom, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Anderson, P. Carr, M. Cleland, R. Orton, S. Brodhun, L. Glenn, J. Pittis, D. Wolfe, M. Campbell. D. Burke, C. Alexander, J. Andis, R. Mitchell, A. Mitchell, J. Fairchild, E. McElravy, E. Saar, J. Gillespie, K. Wright, B. Philpott, T. Fraser, L. Fuller, L. Lee, J. Capon, D. Malorana, G. Nelson. CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1987 VII LEGISLATION 2. Public Hearings Mayor Pro -Tem Quast opened the public hearing. F 1. Presentation of Letter of Congratulations to Andrew Mitchell for Attaining the Rank of Eagle Scout Mayor Pro -Tem Quast made the presentation to Eagle Scout Mitchell, reading a letter of commendation. A. Conditional Use Permits CBD Retail Stands Devoney and Calleja Suzette Calleja, applicant for a Retail Stand for a push cart, hot dog stand, presented pictures of her stand to the Council. Ms. Calleja listed the permits she was required to obtain for operating this stand in the City of Port Angeles; i.e. a Transient Merchant's license, a Right -of -Way Obstruction Permit, and a Conditional Use Permit for a retail stand. Ms. Calleja felt that her stand would enhance commercial activity in the area of Railroad Avenue because of its colorful nature. She felt people would be inclined to leave their cars to come to her stand and be encouraged to do a little more shopping in the area as a result. Marjorie Gaskill, owner of a business at 110 East Railroad, spoke in oppo- sition to both retail stands, reading a letter she had prepared for the City Council March 3, 1987. She read the letter into the record. Mrs. Gaskill felt that Mr. Devoney's trailer would not be fairly compatible with other businesses in the area, stating that he would be offering a full lunch menu with virtually no overhead. Her letter also indicated that the use of a power generator was prohibited by the Retail Stand Code. She felt that the proposed location for Ms. Calleja's stand was already congested and would be inappropriate. She opposed the fact that she was paying a monthly garbage fee and that the stands would not be paying such a fee. She encouraged locating the stand at the west side of Mr. Fidler's office. Councilman Stamon noted for the record that a petition signed by 15 business owners in the area opposing these stands had been submitted. Craig Miller, Attorney representing Ms. Calleja, then addressed the Coun- cil. Mr. Miller submitted copies of a letter from Makers, architect involved in the Downtown Improvement Project, which suggested encouraging push carts and other pedestrian- oriented activities to increase pedestrian traffic along the waterfront. Mr. Miller noted that Eric Anderson, Makers, in his letter had encouraged including a design review process of the ordinance governing retail stands, which would give some control over the appearance of these units. A member of the audience inquired if the Downtown LID was developed before or after the Lincoln Street Landing was constructed and the trolly was purchased. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast answered that the LID had taken place prior to the construction of the Lincoln Street Landing or purchase of the trolly. K Mayor Pro -Tem Quast noted that the letter from Makers Engineering ARchitect and Urban Design firm and the letter from Mrs. Gaskill would be made a part of the permanent record, as well as two letters from Jean Fairchild. Mrs. Fairchild then addressed the Council speaking on behalf of the Port Angeles Downtown Association. She stated that the Port Angeles Downtown Association would like both of the permits denied, stating that the stands would create a pedestrian and traffic hazard. She stated that the Retail Stand Code was adopted in 1979 and since that time there have been nine changes in the downtown area: (1) $11 million of improvements have been completed in the downtown area. She stated that the plans of Kramer, Chin Mayo and of Eric Anderson had not been chosen at that time. (2) Railroad Avenue was resurfaced, as well as most of the other streets in the Central Business District. (3) Sidewalks were installed on Railroad Avenue and most of the sidewalks in the Central Business District were brought up to code. (4) Street furniture, flower containers, flower baskets, and street trees with grates, pedestrian lighting, the new fountain and new Christmas decorations have all been installed. She stated that it was conceivable that we could now have a cart every 200 feet in the Central Business 699 700 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1987 District without design guidelines. (5) The CBD sign ordinance was enacted to clean up all the old signs and improve the looks of the Central Business District. (6) A Parking and Business Improvement Area was enacted in October of 1985 for the Central Business District, requiring an initiation fee of $100 and payments of $60, $100, $150 a year, depending on the square footage of the business. She assumed that carts would fit under the $60 category. (7) A new garbage system has been installed which has helped clean up the CBD, with a monthly garbage charge ranging from $28 to $732. (8) Since 1984, three malls have been constructed in the CBD; Harbortowne, The Landing, and Armory Square. (9) The PADA, the City and Clallam Transit joined together to purchase a trolley bus to enhance tourism and to be used as a parking shuttle. Mrs. Fairchild felt that a proper place for carts and retail stands would be the covered area inside the Landing mall. She urged the Council to review the ordinance governing retail stands, feeling that the ordinance was outdated and did not address the needs as they exist today. She offered the assistance of the Port Angeles Downtown Association in this matter. Councilman Stamon asked Mrs. Fairchild if the stand would be more accept- able if it were located west of the Ferry dock in the area of Mr. Fidler's office. Mrs. Fairchild answered that she had not had an opportunity to discuss that with the Association, but a fear existed of having excessive retail stands with no design guidelines. Larry Leonard, 1030 Olympus, stated the only decision before the Council tonight was whether these two carts comply with the existing ordinance. Charles Devoney, applicant for the second Conditional Use Permit, stated he was surprised by the controversy over his application for a Permit for a retail stand. During discussion, he indicated that if a power generator created a problem, he would not use one, and could use propane in his self- contained unit. He felt the issue was not whether he complied with the ordinance but whether the others wanted him down there. Following further discussion, Mayor Pro -Tem Quast asked for additional comments. There were none. He therefore closed the public hearing. Councilman Hallett discussed with City Planner Carr the differences between these proposed stands and the Weenie Wagon, a stand currently operating in the CBD. Councilman Hallett felt the Council had before them a problem, as the applicants before the Council complied with the existing ordinance. He suggested placing a moratorium on future applications pending review and reconsideration of the current ordinance. He stated he had a real problem with denying applications when they complied with the existing ordinance. Councilman Stamoft noted that in her mind there was background information that differentiated between the two applications before the Council tonight. She referred to City Council minutes of March 18, 1980, where Planner Carr had stated, "A retail stand cannot be placed in a parking lot area designated for parking spaces." Councilman McPhee asked the City Attorney if the City Council is required by law to grant a Conditional Use Permit if the conditions of the related ordinances are met. City Attorney Knutson answered'yes, although there was a lot of discretion in the terms of the existing ordinance. Councilman McPhee did not like the idea of our permanent businesses in essence supporting the City all year when business is slow and then having other businesses come in and take the cream off the top or help to take the cream off the top without supporting the City all year. Councilman Schermer felt that we have an ordinance that should be dras- tically reviewed but the ordinance was in force and this was his problem at the present time. He referred to information received from Seattle about push carts and so forth. He stated that Seattle does not allow them along the waterfront. He also had concern that there is a space in the atrium of The Landing Mall for this type of business which was designed specifically for that. He stated although he had a concern, he did not see how these applications could be denied because of the ordinance in force. Councilman Hesla felt that both of the applicants had met requirements to his satisfaction and stated he would like a little congestion on the Downtown sidewalks, feeling it was good for business. He spoke in favor of the applicants. March 17, 1987 701 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Councilman Hesla then moved to concur with the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve the Devoney Conditional Use Permit subject to the following conditions: (1) The trailer /Retail Stand be moved five feet further north or to Space 35 in order to reduce pedestrian and vehicular hazards. (2) If the driveway entrance is relocated, the old unused drive- way be replaced with curbs to City specifications. (3) Skirting be in- stalled around the base of the trailer to conceal the wheels and the trailer hitch. (4) One 2A1OBC fire extinguisher be installed, and the stand be inspected by the Fire Department. He added condition No. 5 that "No power generator be used. and condition No. 6, "That a contribution to the PBIA be required." Councilman Schermer seconded for discussion. Councilman Stamon reiterated her feeling that it was not the legislative intent to allow this type of activity in the parking lots downtown. Councilman McPhee inquired how the charge for garbage collection was calculated. Public Works Director Pittis stated that this was determined by volume. He further explained that a container would probably be located off -site somewhere near the sidewalk and the applicants would be charged. Following lengthy discussion on the compatibility of this application with existing uses, on call for the question, a tie vote was cast, with Council- men Hesla, Hallett, and Mayor Pro -Tem Quast voting "Aye" and Councilmen Stamon, Schermer, and McPhee voting "No Final decision on this issue was delayed until the meeting of April 7, 1987 when Mayor Whidden would be present and a tie breaking vote could be cast. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast noted that there would be no public hearing at that time. Attorney Knutson stated that Mayor Whidden would review the tape of tonight's public hearing. Councilman Stamon moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit for Suzette Calleja subject to the following conditions: (1) One 2A1OBC fire extin- guisher be provided. (2) The applicant provide a trash receptacle. And adding condition No. 3, that the applicant join the PBIA; and a fourth condition that the stand be located either west of the COHO dock or east of the Chamber of Commerce building. Councilman Hallett seconded and at- tempted to amend the motion to place a moratorium on the current ordinance. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast instructed him to make that a separate issue in a separate motion. Councilman Stamon spoke to condition No. 4, feeling there was a concern over traffic congestion at the proposed location, in light of ferry traffic and the transit buses loading there. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast instructed the Public Works Department to designate a location which would be the least hazardous. Public Works Director Pittis explained that the location east of Attorney Fidler's building would not be appropriate. Attorney Miller questioned whether the City Council had the authority to tell the applicant where she could locate her business. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast stated this simply pointed out there does need to be a review of the existing ordinance. On call for the question, the motion carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No Councilman Hallett then moved that a moratorium be placed on all future applications for retail stands and that Council direct the Planning Com- mission to undertake a review of the Retail Stand,*Ordinance. Councilman McPhee seconded. Councilman Hallett then amended his motion that the moratorium begin March 18, 1987. Councilman Hallett stated that the Council supports the business owners of Port Angeles who have invested a great deal in their community but was obliged to comply with the existing law. He stated that the ordinance is messy and ambiguous at best. On call for the question, the motion carried. Attorney Knutson then responded to the concern of whether or not the Council had authority to restrict the area within which an applicant can provide its use. He stated that as long as you are narrowing the location rather than telling the applicant he /she has to go to a completely differ- ent area, and as long as your reasons for doing so are based on legitimate reasons for conditioning the condition use, such as public safety, which he felt this concern was related to, you can do so. 3. M R Street Vacation SV- 87(2)(1) Councilman Schermer reported on a meeting of the Real Estate Committee with representatives of M R on March 9, 1987. He read a letter from Jack Andis stating that it was tentatively agreed by all in attendance to vacate 702 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1987 the west five feet and the east 45 feet of "F" street leaving a 20 foot public access to the edge of M R property which could be used by foot traffic for observation of the waterfront. He stated that this 20 -foot road would also be used as a driveway to enter M R land. Councilman Schermer then moved that the Council accept the recommendation of the Real Estate Committee as listed in the March 10, 1987, letter from Jack Andis. Councilman Hesla seconded. Councilman McPhee asked if the driveway could be 10 feet wide and the public access easement be 10 feet wide to prevent potential hazards for pedestrians walking on the driveway. Councilman Schermer did not think this would be a legal size for a driveway and Councilman Stamon felt that it might not be in compliance with Fire Code for fire truck access. Following extensive discussion, Councilman Schermer indicated that a new point had been brought up by residence of the area who had encouraged the City to purchase a small portion of land for a park. Dick Strobel, representing M R, then addressed the Council. He felt that it would be an expensive proposal for the City to purchase the entire upland portion of Lot 5 and proposed an alternative location for a park and a public view access utilizing an unvacated portion of Fourth Street and dedicate the funds that M R pays for the vacation of "F" Street to the development of that park. Councilman Stamon felt that maintenance would be very difficult without an access road to the park. Attorney Knutson felt it was appropriate to take comments from M R with regard to compensation for this vacation; however, it was not acceptable to talk about some alternative use of this right -of -way; that information should be within the confines of the public hearing. Upon inquiry by Mayor Pro -Tem Quast, Mr. Strobel stated that $35,000 would be an appropriate compensation for the property in question. During discussion, Mr. Strobel stated that M R could agree to not construct any structure directly north of the 20 -foot public access so as not to block the public view. Councilman Schermer then amended the motion that the recommendation be accepted, provided any construction on Lot 5 not be directly north of "F" Street or the "F" Street public right -of -way. Councilman McPhee inquired about the width of the public access. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast stated that if a problem arose, a stripe of paint could be added to designate public access versus driveway. Following further lengthy discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. Upon inquiry, Attorney Knutson stated that staff would bring back a revised ordinance for approval by the Council. A resident of property adjoining the M R property inquired as to the proposed height of the construction being proposed by the Steele family and about parking. Councilmembers answered that parking would be on "F" Street and suggested a neighborhood meeting be held to discuss impacts to the area as a result of the construction of the Steele residence. 4. Planning Commission Minutes, Special Joint Meeting with City Council of February 25, 1987 Approved Councilman Stamon moved to accept and place on file the minutes of the special joint meeting with the City Council and the Planning Commission of February 25, 1987. Councilman Hallett seconded and the motion carried. Councilman McPhee added a word to the second to the last paragraph, chang- ing the sentence to: "...of particular concern was the 105 acres in the harbor that allegedly appeared to be excess He changed the last paragraph, first sentence to read: "As a result of the discussion the participants with the exception of Councilman McPhee Following discussion, he changed it to read: "As a result of discussion, the majority of participants felt 5. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting of March 11, 1987 A. Conditional Use Permit Burke Approved Councilman Schermer moved to concur with the recommendations of the Plan- ning Commission to approve a Conditional Use Permit to allow the Weenie 703 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1987 Wagon, a retail stand, to locate in the Central Business Distr4c,t, located on the northeast corner of Lincoln and First Streets, subject to the following conditions: (1) A 1A5BC or larger fire extinguisher be available for use and attached to the "Weenie Wagon" as proposed. (2) That the applicant sign a hold- harmless agreement with the City. (3) If the Retail Stand proves to be an impediment to pedestrian traffic, the use will vacate the site on inspection by and order of City Engineer. (4) This Permit shall be valid for a two -year period. (5) The period of operation shall be April to October (six months); and citing the following findings: (A) This proj- ect is consistent with the City of Port Angeles Zoning Ordinance. (B) This project will not be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort, or general welfare of persons residing in the neighborhood. (C) This project has been found to be categorically exempt from SEPA. Councilman Stamon seconded. Following discussion on the time frame of the permit, on call for the question, the motion carried. B. Conditional Use Permit Approved Koch Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the Conditional Use Permit for a private counseling practice as a Home Occupation located in the RS -9 Single Family Residential District, located at 2535 West Tenth Street, subject to the following con- ditions: (1) The hours of operation be from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday; (2) The Home Occupation shall be four to five clients per day by appointment and one client per appointment only. A family receiving counseling is considered one client; (3) One 2A1OBC fire extinguisher be installed; (4) Four parking spaces be designated, two for the residents, two for clients; and citing the following findings: (A) Provided the conditions are attached, the proposed Home Occupation can comply with the Home Occupations Chapter of the Zoning Code. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. C. Conditional Use Permit Granted Angeles Medical Supply Councilman Hesla abstained in the appearance of fairness. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast inquired if anyone in the audience objected to Councilman Hesla remaining in the meeting room during discussion. No objections arose. Councilman Hallett moved to concur with the recommendations of the Planning Commission and approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow a business supplying medical supplies and durable medical equipment to locate in the Office Commercial district located at 1004 Caroline Street, subject to the following conditions: (1) Parking space No. 4, as submitted, should be omitted to allow a loading zone and ramp for supplies entering and leaving the building; (2) The capacity of the rear door should be increased in order to safely and adequately accommodate the inherently heavy and awkward supplies characteristic of the proposed service; (3) To facilitate the wheelchair ramp, proposed by the applicant, parking space No. 3 should be designated as a handicapped parking space; (4) A connecting concrete wheelchair access way should be located along the eastern side yard, con- necting with the proposed wheelchair ramp, which should be located at the front of the building for public safety; or to rear access, subject to No. 6; (5) As recommended by the Fire Department, •(a) -IN portable fire extin- guisher with a 2A1OBC rating will be required for each floor, and (b) Address numbers must be visible from the street' (6) The project plans be submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval prior to issuance of this permit; and citing the following findings: (A) The proposal, as conditioned by the Department Report, is compatible with the medical uses in the surrounding area; (B) The commercial use of this property will not adversely affect the surrounding properties; (C) The project will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts, and a determination of non significance is recommended; (D) Potential impacts of this proposal are mitigated by Conditional Use Permit Conditions Nos. 3, 4, 5 and 6. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman Schermer voiced concern with Finding (C) that the project would not have any significant adverse environmental impacts. He was concerned with the fact that many buildings along Front and First were vacant and with allowing this type of use in a commercial district when that is occurring. Following further discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried, with Councilman Hesla abstaining. 704 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1987 BREAK D. Parking Variance Granted Coughenour Councilman Stamon moved to grant the Parking Variance, allowing a reduction of the required parking spaces from six to two spaces in association with a law practice located in the Community Shopping District, specifically 101 East Fifth Street, subject to the following conditions: (1) The structure is established as an historic site, complying with the regulations and procedures of the Historic Preservation Act; (2) Two spaces be provided in the garage and vehicles must park inside; (3) Within one year the applicant provide the Planning Department with a written report on the status of the building on the Historic Register; (4) If the Historic Register application is denied or additional professional or staff support people occupy the building, the applicant shall provide four spaces on -site or within 100 feet of the property, or a combination thereof; and citing the following findings: (A) The proposed parking lot is inconveniently situated with respect to the door and therefore would not likely be used; (B) The appli- cant has demonstrated during the public hearing that the actual demand for parking spaces will be less than six; (C) There have been no complaints voiced during the public hearing about the proposed reduction; (D) Granting the parking variance would enable preservation of an existing structure that may have historical value; (E) Granting of the parking variance would preserve some green open space in a commercial area. Councilman Hesla seconded. Councilman Stamon commended Mr. Coughenour on his plan to rehabilitate this really significant historical building in the City of Port Angeles. Coun- cilman Schermer inquired if there was a reason why the applicant was not required to provide alternative parking immediately. City Planner Carr explained that the Commission had determined that based on the size of the operation, they did not anticipate a significant demand for parking for this use. He stated this would change if another staff person were added. On call for the question, the motion carried. E. Minutes Accepted Councilman Stamon then moved to accept and place on file the Planning Com- mission minutes of March 11, 1987. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:09 for a break. The meeting returned to open session at 9:21 P.M. 5. Presentation of Puget Sound Water Quality Findings and Recommendations by Claire Dykman Claire Dykman reported to the Council on the Puget Sound Water Quality Plan which has now come out and is in effect. She summarized costs of the Plan and the ways in which Port Angeles would be affected in terms of require- ments as well as grant funding opportunities. 6. Consideration of Amended Agreement. With Waterfront Associates Referred Back to Staff Jim Going, managing partner for Waterfront Associates, owner and developer of The Landing Mall, addressed the Council regarding the request of the developers for an amendment in their agreement which would decrease the interest rate for the outstanding loan be from 8% to 51 Councilman Hesla commented on the intent of the developers to decrease rent in the Mall. He liked the idea, feeling this would be good for business. He asked about a refinance fee. Mr. Going could not give a definite amount by which rent would be decreased. He stated the developers would decrease the rents if they were able to. He could not commit directly to a rate reduction. Council discussed the matter with staff and Mr. Going extensively. Coun- cilman McPhee opposed decreasing the interest rate, and debated with Mr. Going at some length. Councilman Schermer stated he would be more in favor of authorizing an adjustable rate, based on current interest rates. Coun- cilman Hallett wanted a guarantee that the reduction would be passed on to the businesses who rented in the Mall. 705 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1987 Following further lengthy discussion, Councilman Schermer moved to refer the matter back to staff and the Finance Director for further study and development of a proposal for the next meeting. Councilman Hesla seconded. Councilman McPhee again voiced his opposition to this proposal. Councilmen McPhee, Schermer and Hesla volunteered to participate in a committee to work on the issue. On call for the question, the motion carried. The time being 10:00, Councilman Stamon moved to continue with the items on the agenda, with the caveat the debate be limited to two minutes per Councilman on each issue. Councilman Schermer seconded. Councilman McPhee objected very strongly, unless Item 12 was excluded. The Council concurred to continue Item 12. Following debate, on call for the question, the motion carried, with Councilman McPhee voting "No 7. Request for Support From Tourism and Convention Association of Clallam County for Advertising and Promotion Ted Gage, Director of the Tourism Convention Association of Clallam County addressed the Council. He briefed the Council on a television advertising campaign slated to take place in the early spring with the intention of bringing more visitors here earlier in the year than they usually would come. He stated that the TCACC would be coming back in the future with a request for financial support after further details of the project had been worked out. He presented a petition signed by approximately 90 persons representing approximately 77 businesses within the City of Port Angeles who support the TCACC's efforts to promote this area with the use of City hotel /motel tax funds for advertising on television. Mr. Gage reported on the proposed promotional program which would be contracted with KOMO tele- vision station which would be based on a 30- second television commercial shown 25 times during the period of April 20th to May 10th. He stated the total cost of the project would be $11,000, $9,000 of that buying the television time and $2,000 paying for the commercial, which would be owned outright when the commercial was completed, including all rights to it. He stated this project would reach over 1,500,000 television viewers. Following discussion, Councilman Schermer moved the Council express general support for the principle of the proposal. Councilman Hallett seconded and the motion carried. 8. Lead Agency Role for Future Administration of the Harbor Management Plan Discussed City Planner Carr provided information, as did Manager Flodstrom. Manager Flodstrom recommended a shared lead with other agencies, such as the Port and the Economic 'Development Council for the lead agency responsibility for administration and implementation of the Harbor Plan. Councilman Stamon then moved that the Council go to the Policy Committee with the recommenda- tion that there be a shared lead for administration and development of the Harbor Plan. Councilman Hallett seconded and the motion carried. Councilman McPhee complimented Manager Flodstrom on his recommendation. He thought it was excellent. Councilmen Stamon, Schermer, and Mayor Pro -Tem Quast supported the sharing of the lead agency rode. Councilman Stamon noted concern if that recommendation were denied and stated she would request more time to consider it, if that were the case. 9. Update on Waterfront Trail Crown -Z Shoreline Permit Following discussion with staff, the Council designated Councilman Stamon and Parks Commissioner Jewel VanOss as representatives to meet with Crown -Z representatives to discuss development of the Waterfront Trail. 10. Authorization Granted to Sign Remote Metering Contract With BPA on Morse Creek Councilman Hallett moved the Council authorize the City Light Director to execute the agreement between the City of Port Angeles and the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) for remote metering at Morse Creek Hydroelectric project for the estimated cost of $10,000. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 706 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1987 11. Contracts authorized with Special Agencies A. Chamber of Commerce Councilman Hesla moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the contract with the Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Stamon seconded. Following discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. B. Museum Councilman Schermer moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the contract with the Clallam County Historical Society for the year 1987. Councilman Stamon seconded. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast pointed out a typing error. On call for the question, the motion carried. 12. Resolution Amending Council Rules of Procedure Selection of Board and Commission Members Continued until April 7, 1987 13. Park Board Minutes of February 19, 1987 Mayor Pro -Tem Quast recommended that the Park Board Minutes be located earlier in the agenda from time to time. Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file the Park Board minutes of February 19, 1987. Councilman Hallett seconded. Councilman Stamon listed repairs needed at the Pier, specifically the chain where the Coast Guard vessels are moored, and fencing on the Tower. She also recommended that Police Department patrol be extended to Sunday. A member of the audience suggested some type of education through the High School where the students themselves could address some of these issues. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast included for the record the City Council's thanks to Jim Jones, Jr., for volunteering to chair the Recreation Advisory Board and thanked the Soroptomists Club for making funds or labor available for additional hanging flower baskets. On call for the question, the motion carried. 14. Removal of Asbestos at Sewer Treatment Plant and Fire Hall Authorized Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendation of the Public Works and Fire Departments and authorize proceeding with the asbestos removal from piping in both the Sewage Treatment Plant and the Fire Station and monitor the ceiling of the Fire Station. Councilman Hallett seconded, noting that funds would be coming from the Water /Sewer Fund and Current Expense Fund respectively, and that the Mayor be authorized to execute a contract for performance of such services. The motion carried. 15. Report on Ediz Hook Involvement Committee's Findings and Conclusions Mayor 1Pro -Tem Quast reviewed a memorandum provided by the City Manager. He thanked those who had written extensive comments to the City which he stated included some excellent ideas. Councilman Schermer preferred not making the Hook an RV center and restricting RV u§age to that which cur- rently exists. Following discussion, Councilman Hallett moved to direct the City Manager to meet with the various Departments, clubs, and individ- uals involved in order to lay out a multi -year plan for accomplishing the improvements on Ediz Hook, to be brought back to the Council so the Council could understand the CIty's share of costs and comment. He moved further that the City Manager be commended for taking this issue and doing a good job with it. Councilman Hesla seconded. Following discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. VIII CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS /LATE ITEMS Councilman Stamon reported that a "welcome home" celebration was scheduled for April 5th at 1:00 P.M. for the Coast Guard Cutter ACTIVE at the City Pier. She reported briefly on the City /County representatives for Solid Waste and septage. Councilman Hesla reported that Dan Leinan from Forks reported on research- ing the availability of funds to do an incineration plant at Forks. Coun- cilman Stamon stated this was a co- generation facility that would use wood 707 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1987 waste and solid waste. Councilman Hesla also reported that this agency was looking to the Economic Development Board of Seattle to help provide the funding for the study. Councilman Hesla further reported that Olympic Disposal was present and was doing some studies on their own which they would bring to the next meeting. He stated that a regional plan for solid waste was discussed. Councilman Stamon noted that the Parks Department was installing irrigation pipes at Lincoln Park. She also commended the Fire Department for fire drills conducted at some of the Port Angeles elementary schools. She complimented Sherri Anderson on the "Succeed in Port Angeles" program she had been instrumental in developing in conjunction with the "Investment in Excellence" community program. Councilman Hallett referred to the Board of Adjustment minutes, stating he was under the impression that if the Chairman did not vote, it was con- sidered in the affirmative. He inquired if this was correct. Planner Carr stated that was his impression and that he had not had time to ;Aleck with the attorney. Councilman Hallett instructed Planner Carr to check this out. Councilman Hallett referred to the report on the Public Information Program and an article in the newspaper announcing a meeting scheduled for tomor- row. He stated he was very pleased to see the responses. Councilman Hallett discussed with Manager Flodstrom recent correspondence to Representative Dick Fisch. Councilman Schermer reported on colors that had been selected for the new City Hall. He also indicated the need for a date for the Memorial Com- mittee. Councilman Schermer reported that the County does not want to proceed at this time with joint dispatch. Mayor Pro -Tem Quast complimented Lisa Cochrun on the results of the Public Information Program, which also had been nicely reported in the Daily News. He also complimented the Daily News. Manager Flodstrom scheduled with the Council meetings of the Memorial and Law Enforcement Committees for Thursday, March 19th at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall Council Chambers. He also scheduled a meeting of the Committee reviewing the loan for the Lincoln Street Landing project for 4:00 P.M. Thursday, March 26th, at City Hall. The Utility Advisory Committee scheduled a meeting for April 15th at 12:00 for a City Hall consultant selection. Manager Flodstrom indicated that he would be on vacation March 30th through April 3rd. Councilman Hallett was selected for Memorial Day master of ceremonies on May 25th. IX ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION The meeting was adjourned at 11:25 P.M. for the purpose of discussing real estate and litigation. Estimated length of the executive session was 45 minutes to an hour. X RETURN TO OPEN SESSION The meeting returned to open session at approximately 12:25 A.M. XI ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at approximately 12:27 A.M. 1t A Clerk Mayor F,"-,z) Lax