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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/17/1992 2215 CITY COUNCIL MI*~gTING Port Angeles, Washington March 17, 1992 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Hallett called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order SPECIAL MEETING: at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Hallett, Councilmen Braun, Nicholson, and Ostrowski, Councilwoman Sargent, and Councilmen Schueler and Wight. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Deputy Clerk McFadand, S. Brodhun, M. Cleland, B. Collins, L. Glenn, K. Godbey, J. Pittis, B. Titus, G. Kenworthy, S. Hursh, B. Henderson, K. Ridout. Public Present: J. Dawson, K. Rose, A. Dunker, L. Beil, P. Lamoureux, T. & I. McKeown, J. & J. Schwagler, M. & R. Craver, M. DeRousi, D. Gifford, J. Spiess, M. Caltrider, L. & G. Doyle, L. Nutter, S. & M. Kedish, J. Drabing, D. & K. Hopkins, L. Martin, D. Huffman. ADJOURN TO Mayor Hallett adjoumed the meeting to executive session at 6:04 p.m. for the EXECUTIVE SESSION: purpose of discussing litigation for approximately 45 minutes. RETURN TO OPEN Mayor Hallett returned the meeting to open session at 6:55 p.m. SESSION: CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Hallett called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order REGULAR MEETING: at 7:06 p.m. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by the Campfire Group of Para ALLEGIANCE: Boroughs. Members present: Danielle Boroughs, Tiffany Boroughs, Kyla Lind, Jackie Kane, Erin Kane, Emma Bankson, Brynn Partridge, Amanda Morganroth. APPROVAL OF Councilwoman Sargent moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of MINUTES: the City Council of March 3, 1992. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wight. Councilwoman Sargent asked if the letter had been written to the Federal Government to discourage acceleration of the BPA repayment. City Light Director Titus responded the letter has been written and will be submitted to the Mayor for signature. On call for the question, the motion carded unanimously. CEREMONIAL 1. CLUB PRIDE from Stevet~ and Roosevelt Middle School MATTERS/ PROCLAMATIONS: Students representing Stevens and Roosevelt Middle Schools were present as members of Club Pride, an organization committed to a drug-free and alcohol-free Club Pride lifestyle. The four students, V. Shearer, C. Schilke, J. Spidel, and J. Nocula, advised the Council and audience of their commitment and read the pledge of Club Pride. Mayor Hallett thanked the young ladies and praised them for their good example. National Highway 2. Presentation by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Traffic Safety Washington Traffic Safety Commission for achieving the goal of "7096 + by Administration/ '92" Washington Traffic Safety Commission Mayor Hallett reviewed the project encouraging the use of safety belts in motor vehicles. Following an inventory, the Police Department scored 100%, City employees in general were 83.5 %, and the general population was just under 78 %. -1- 2216 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1992 CEREMONIAL The City applied to the National Highway Traffic Safety Commission and the MATTERS/ Washington Traffic Safety Commission for the "70 % +. honor roll. PROCLAMATIONS: (Cont'd) Police Chief Cleland reviewed the history of the project and the various steps taken by the Police Department. He then introduced Kurt Winston from the National National Highway Highway Traffic Safety Administration; and Chuck Hayes, Executive Director of the Traffic Safety Washington Traffic Safety Commission; and Katie Lynch, Project Director. Administration/ Washington Traffic Mr. Winston congratulated the City on all three categories exceeding the target goal Safety Commission of 70 %, noting Port Angeles was the only city in the entire United States which had attained that goal. Mr. Winston then presented a plaque to Mayor Hallett commending the City for its accomplishments. Chuck Hayes commended Chief Cleland for the accomplishment of exceeding the 70% goal and for all the work he has done for the Washington Traffic Safety - Commission. He then presented a plaque to Chief Cleland and one to City Manager Pomeranz recognizing the efforts of the City employees. Presentation to 3. Special presentation to Mike Cleland Police Chief Cleland Mayor Hallett reviewed the accomplishments of retiring Police Chief Cleland during his tenure with the City. Manager Pomeranz thanked Mike Cleland for his dedication and service to the City. Mayor Hallett then read a plaque recognizing Chief Cleland for his service to the City, which was then presented to the retiring Chief. CITY COUNCIL Councilman Braun attended the Utility Advisory Committee meeting, the Museum COMMITTEE Board and the newly formed Port Angeles Clean Air Forum, sponsored by ITT REPORTS: Rayonier. Councilman Schueler attended a workshop on emergency management team building. He also was in Washington, D.C., with the Mayor, City Manager, and City Attorney visiting the delegation of Washington Congressmen and Senators regarding the issue of legislation related to the Elwha River Dams, attempting to protect the City' s future water source. Councilwoman Sargent reported on a meeting she, Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, and Councilman Nicholson had with the Elwha Tribe to advise them on final action regarding the Elwha Restoration Act. There was a good exchange of information. She attended the EDC meeting; the Council is looking for a new Director. Growth Management meetings resulted in items which will be discussed on the Legislation agenda. Twenty-Twenty Vision also met; a meeting was held on the final design of the Vern Burton renovation. She also attended the meeting at Peninsula College on the matter of homelessness. There is a real need in our City, as there are a number of homeless. Councilman Wight reported on discussions held at the Utility Advisory Committee meeting, where it was agreed to not increase sewer rates this year. He also attended the Clallam Transit Authority meeting. Mayor Hallett shared information gleaned from the meetings held in Washington, D.C., regarding concerns on transfer of ownership of the Elwha Dams and the potential removal thereof, giving a schedule of meetings held with legislators, attorneys, and other interested parties. FINANCE: 1. Progress payment to Bruch ami Bruch for Library Parking Lot of $27,452. I0 attd retainage of $1,335. 22 including Change Orders #2 and #3 Progress Payment to and request for additional funds to complete project Bruch and Bruch - Library Parking Lot Mayor Hallett provided background information on the project, which is now about 70 % complete. A total authorization, including the 1992 Budget, was $95,000. Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve Change Orders //2 and //3 as presented; to approve the progress payment to Bruch and Bruch in the amount of $27,452.10 and retainage of $1,335.22; and to obtain the additional project funding from the Real Estate Excise Tax Fund. Councilman Nicholson seconded the motion. Councilman Wight asked if a lease agreement with the Library System has been negotiated for use of the parking lot upon completion. Manager Pomeranz answered -2- 2217 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1992 FINANCE: (Cont'd) in the affirmative. Director of Public Works Pittis noted it is a ten-year agreement with the Library, after which the Council and the Library can renegotiate the lease. Progress Payment to In response to an inquiry from Councilman Braun, Director Pittis advised the Bruch and Bruch - Council there will be 29 parking spaces on the lot. Library Parking Lot (Cont'd) Discussion followed concerning the projects which would be delayed to accomplish the completion of this parking lot. On call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilwoman Sargent moved to approve the items on the Consent Agenda, including: (1) Travel requests over $500 by City Light; (2) Travel requests (out-of- state) by the Police Department by D.A.R.E. members and by the Planning Department to Washington, D.C.; (3) Consideration of payment to R. W. Beck for Landfill design, $11,788.06; (4) Request authorization to bid 1992 budgeted equipment; (5) Request to call for bids for pedestrian/waterfront trail lighting fixtures; (6) Correspondence from the Washington State Liquor Control Board; (7) Voucher lists of March 6-13, 1992 of $307,591; and (8) Payroll period ending 3-01- 92 of $329,738.97. Councilman Braun seconded the motion. Councilman Ostrowski asked Parks Director Brodhun for information on the waterfront trail lighting. Director Brodhun deferred to City Light Director Titus, who has been working on the project. Director Titus advised this has been under consideration for more than a year and efforts are being made to correlate this project with the upgrade of the pedestrian lighting downtown. Work is being considered for some time this spring. On call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. ITEMS FROM THE Jim Hess, 606 South Alder Street, read a prepared statement and addressed the AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ Council regarding fishing and the existence of an emergency situation regarding 1992 STAFF TO BE salmon fishing regulations, particularly immediately north of the City. This is the CONSIDERED OR most critical year with respect to fishing regulations than any in the past 16 years. PLACED ON A It is important that local leaders provide input at meetings to be held in Portland on FUTURE AGENDA: March 16th and 17th and on April 2nd and 3rd at Renton at 7 P.M. These meetings will discuss salmon and what can be done to solve problems. There will be a public hearing in Olympia on March 31st. It is important to know how the Pacific Fishery Management Council works. All the late meetings elicit important input to be brought before the Management Council in the promulgation of fishing regulations. He suggested someone connected with the City attend at least one of the remaining meetings. Jeannie Hallberg read a prepared statement regarding homelessness, as she is a member of that group. She asked for consideration of homeless people as human beings needing help. Leonard Bell, 3721 Park Knoll, thanked the Council for making arrangements to acquire the 36 lots from the Konopaski family which will be added to the Parks & Recreation property, with the assumption it will be enjoyed by many in the future. Update from North Verbal update from North Olympic Visitors & Convention Bureau Olympic Peninsula Other Consideratlo · Visitors & Convention Mayor Hallett advanced this report from agenda item F. 1." ' ' ns" Bureau - Jerry Glass, 1108 South Oak Street, and Sheila Gross submitted a brief update of the Visitors & Convention Bureau and its present activities. The Bureau is in the process of selecting a new director. Ms. Gross reported on tour groups scheduled to visit Port Angeles with a view toward having small groups hold their meetings here. Mr. Glass reported working toward having a trade convention meet in the Vern Burton Memorial Community Center on October 5th and 6th this year. LEGISLATION: A. Public Hearings Public Hearings 1. CDBG Planning-Only Applications CDBG Planning-Only Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by staff regarding a potential Applications application for CDBG planning-only funds. Manager Pomeranz provided additional information on the purpose of this program. Mayor Hallett opened the public hearing at 8:11 p.m. -3- 2218 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1992 LEGISLATION: Cindy Souders, 230 E. First Street, stated that the City should develop a low to (Cont'd) moderate income housing rehabilitation program. She has been impressed by the attitude of the City Council toward community needs and urged the Council to take Public Hearings any opportunity to plan for the citizens of Port Angeles. CDBG Planning-Only Melanie Coltrain, Farmer's Home Administration, reported the FHA has a multi- Applications (Cont'd) family housing loan program for construction of low-income housing. The projects go through a ranking procedure to determine the highest need. She encouraged the City to do anything possible to provide low-income housing. Larry Leonard, 1030 Olympus, asked if the program would provide funds for new construction or the rehabilitation of existing structures. He expressed the opinion that there should be specific projects in view before applying for the grant funds. Councilman Wight recalled a recent meeting between Manager Pomeranz, several Councilmembers, and various entrepreneurs interested in providing low-income housing. Nothing came of that meeting, as it was apparent to the developers that the infrastructure problems related to the sites suggested for such housing were such that they would not be able to acquire the necessary funding. Apparently, these grant funds would provide the public infrastructure facilities. Mary Craver, 3002 Maple, indicated the need for affordable housing for low-income persons was apparent. She asked if the City felt it could attract the necessary development. Councilman Nicholson responded that one of the City's highest priorities was to look at the possibilities for affordable housing, it being a need to be addressed. There has to be a plan before work is done and money expended. This grant would provide the funds to prepare the plan. Manager Pomeranz advised Council of what the application for CDBG planning-only funds would encompass. Mayor Hallett closed the public heating at 8:32 p.m. Clearing, Grading, 2. Clearing, grading, filling, and drainage ordinance Filling and Drainage Ordinance Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department regarding the recommendation of the Planning Commission to adopt the proposed ordinance. He then opened the public hearing at 8:35 p.m. Art Dunker, 2114 West Sixth, distributed a letter written by the President of the Homebuilders' Association, which he is representing. The Association has been working with the Planning Commission and City staff for several months. The proposed ordinance has some good points. The ordinance was introduced primarily for relatively sensitive areas to give the City the necessary tools to alleviate the problems which sometimes occur. He assumed this proposal will be included in the building permit process, including the exemptions under Section 4. He asked if this would be so. City Engineer Kenworthy indicated the ordinance was supported by the Stormwater Management Plan already adopted by the City. There have been problems with erosion in some development projects, which led to the promulgation of this proposed ordinance. Mr. Dunker said the Homebuilders' Association believes control is necessary, but the control should not be absolute. The one-acre threshold is acceptable to the Association, and would probably be acceptable to the majority of the people in the City. If the staff proposal of a 9,000 square-foot threshold is approved, it will be impossible for anyone to build on a 10,000 square-foot lot, due to the costs generated by the requirements of the ordinance. Mayor Hallett asked what costs would be included. Mr. Dunker said testimony at the Planning Commission level had disclosed there would be costs of several thousand dollars per lot to mitigate all the requirements of the proposed ordinance. A 9,000 square-foot threshold does not address the economic needs of the community at this time. He further recommended several language changes in the proposed ordinance. Larry Doyle, 904 East Front Street, agreed that the one-acre threshold was appropriate for the present construction projects in the City. Roger Wheeler, 1355-C Erving Jacobs Road, said the present system is working well, yet considered the "bad guys" should be targeted. Paul Lamoureux, 122 West Boulevard, asked if the ordinance would upset the -4- 2219 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1992 LEGISLATION: common citizen or the big developer. How many times in the next ten years will the (Cont'd) requirements of this proposed ordinance be triggered? Could the language be simplified or reduced to make it more understandable to the common man? Public Hearings Cindy Sounders, Planning Commission member, was appearing as a private citizen. Clearing, Grading, She felt the initial intent of the proposed ordinance has been lost in the many Filling and Drainage revisions, that purpose being to have a plan in place before beginning any land Ordinance (Cont'd) disturbing activities. The one-acre threshold in the City of Port Angeles is too large to help prevent further storm-water runoff problems and the attendant erosion. She considered the appropriate threshold to be a standard City lot, either 7,000 or 9,000 square feet. It is also important to coordinate more with the Department of Fisheries, to adhere to the current requirements. Almost more important than this proposed ordinance would be one to make people clean up the mess they make in the construction of housing. Linda Nutter, 1701 East Third Avenue, has had experience with living below property which has been graded. The added costs which are borne by the City are passed on to the property owner and she considers such expenditures could have been avoided by having a plan in effect. Additionally, she considers the one-acre exemption should be lowered. Larry Leonard, 1030 Olympus Avenue, a member of the Planning Commission, explained that the Commission had agreed to a change in the wording of the proposed ordinance, which was contained in the copy available to the Council. The proposed procedure requiting a developer to apply for an exemption on property of less than one acre provides an opportunity for the City to examine the circumstances and determine if the requirements of the proposed ordinance should be implemented. Ken Rose, 3609 Galaxy Place, expressed concern with some of the exemptions, as the problems sought to be addressed by this proposed ordinance may not be solved on a single lot. Implementation of the ordinance will add to the cost of housing in Port Angeles. The responsible developers are not causing the problems. Genelle Doyle, a realtor and developer, considers affordable housing to be a concern of all levels of society. Jim Reed, Blue Mountain Road, owns property in the City, and on one lot proposed for a duplex, the requirements of the proposed ordinance would add almost $7,000 to the cost of constructing the duplex. Planning Director Collins advised the Council that the Planning Department had received a letter from Mrs. Robbie Mantooth this afternoon, which should be made part of the record. Art Dunker, 2114 West Sixth Street, noted that every time the cost of developing a residential structure increases, more people are eliminated from the group able to afford to purchase that structure. Councilman Ostrowski moved to continue the public hearing to the April 7th meeting. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Break Mayor Hallett recessed the meeting for a break at 9:44 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:04 p.m. Councilwoman Sargent moved to continue the Agenda. Councilman Ostrowski - seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. 2. Clearing, grading, filling, and drainage ordinance (Continued) Councilman Wight voiced concerns over the threshold of one acre for implementation of the proposed ordinance. He has further concerns with the written permit exemptions and considers that section should be reworded. He voiced further concerns about the language contained in various sections of the proposed ordinance. Councilwoman Sargent expressed the desire to see the proposed permit fees. Planning Director Collins indicated the initial permit fee has been ~ and will be provided to the Council for the April 7th meeting. '~ Mayor Hallett suggested specific information on what could be accomplished on a single piece of property without triggering the requirements of the proposed ordinance. City Engineer Kenworthy responded he would provide such information -5- 2220 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1992 LEGISLATION: for the next meeting. (Cont'd) Councilman Ostrowski asked Director of Public Works Pittis to provide information Public Hearings on how many people would be required to enforce the proposed ordinance. Clearing, Grading, Councilman Schueler asked for information on property improvements which have Filling and Drainage impacted people off site. Ordinance (Cont'd) Street Vacation - Todnem 3. Request for Street Vacation - STV-92(03)03 - TODNEM, Portion of West Ordinance No. 2682 Fourth Street: Request for vacation of that portion of West Fourth Street abutting Lots 4 and 5, Block 119, TPA Mayor Hallett reviewed the background information on the requested street vacation. He opened the public hearing at 10:19 p.m. Willard Todnem, 1823 West Seventh Street, summarized his reasons for the requested street vacation. Dona Huffman, 1322 West Fourth Street, immediately west of the property in question, asked how much further building will be allowed as a result of the street vacation. Planning Director Collins responded that, with the conservation easement required, no construction could take place on the vacated right-of-way. Councilwoman Sargent asked what effect the conservation easement would have on the use of the property. Planning Director Collins responded that the property owner would have the right to own and pay taxes on the parcel, but would be restricted in what uses to which he could put the property. Mayor Hallett closed the public hearing at 10:35 p.m. Discussion ensued relating to the easement, conditions, and compensation to be paid for the vacated right-of-way. Mayor Hallett read the Ordinance by title, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 2682 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles vacating that portion of West Fourth Street abutting Lots 4 and 5, Block 119, TPA. Councilman Ostrowski moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, subject to the following condition and citing the following findings and conclusions: CONDITIONS: (A) The applicant shall provide a conservation easement (acceptable to the City Attorney) to the City for open space preservation of an environmentally sensitive area in the vacated portion of the Fourth Street right-of-way; FINDINGS: (1) The request is to vacate 2,600 square feet of the West Fourth Street right-of-way; (2) The right-of-way terminates at the northeast comer of Lot 4, Block 119; (3) There are no roadway or utility improvements in the right-of-way; however, the Fourth Street right-of-way provides the only public street frontage to Lot 5 of the "F" Street Harborview Subdivision; (4) There are two property owners abutting the right-of-way. Public Works has noted that the abutting property owned by Merrill- Ring is not eligible for obtaining half of the right-of-way as it is a part of another subdivision; (5) The site is located adjacent to the bluff above Marine Drive which is zoned PBP. The PBP zone along the bluff is for property not suitable for development by reason of its topography, geology, or some unusual condition or situation; (6) The site is as close as 10 feet to the top of the bluff. Roughly two- thirds of the site is within the 50-foot buffer required by the Environmentally Sensitive Areas Protection Ordinance; (7) There are several Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies specifically addressing the protection of environmentally sensitive areas and open space including Residential Policies Nos. 6, 12, and 13; Open Space Policy No. 4; and Land Use Objective No. 3; (8) Sale of the vacated street would result in $3,510 being added to the City's treasury; (9) Sale of the vacated street would add $7,020 of assessed valuation to the City's tax rolls; CONCLUSIONS: (A) As conditioned, vacation of this portion of the West Fourth Street right-of-way is in the public use and interest and would be a public benefit; (B) As conditioned, the vacation is consistent with the Goals, Policies and Objectives of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically those listed in Finding No. 7; (C) As conditioned, the vacation is consistent with the intent of the PBP zoning on the bluff and the intent of the Environmentally Sensitive Areas Protection Ordinance. Councilman -6- 2221 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1992 LEGISLATION: Nicholson seconded the motion. (Cont'd) Discussion followed regarding the proper order in which such actions should be Street Vacation - Todnem taken, and it was decided in the future, the Council would first move to adopt the Ordinance No. 2682 recommendation of the Planning Commission, including the findings and conclusions, and then make a separate motion to adopt the ordinance. On call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. Transformer Surplus 4. Transformer surplus item Item Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Light Department regarding the disposition of a transformer declared surplus on February 4th. He opened the public heating at 10:46 p.m. There being no public comment, Mayor Hallett closed the public hearing at 10:46 p.m. Councilman Wight moved to concur with the recommendations of staff and advertise the transformer for sale to the bidder that provides the City with the lowest liability for future clean-up costs. Councilwoman Sargent seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Public Nuisance B. Public Comment 1. Consideration of Public Nuisance This item was withdrawn from the Agenda. C. Ordinances not requiring public hearings None. D. Resolutions not requiring public hearings None. Planning Commission 1. Minutes of February 26, 1992 Minutes/Action Items Councilman Wight moved to accept and place on file the minutes of the February 26, 1992, Planning Commission meeting. Councilwoman Sargent seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Amendment to Parking 2. Minutes of March II, 1992 Ordinance No. 1588 - Ordinance No. 2683 a. Amendment to Parking Ordimtnce No. 1588, as amended, to allow a provision for senior centers Mayor Hallett read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2683 - AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles establishing parking requirements for senior centers and amending Section 5 of Ordinance No. 1588, as most recently amended by Section 5 of Ordinance No. 2228, and Section 14.40.050 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Attorney Knutson called attention to a typographical error in the first paragraph of the ordinance, where Ordinance No. 2228 was referred to as No. 228. Councilman Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, and to accept the amendment to the parking ordinance for senior centers ~r the recommendation of the Planning Commission, citing the following findings and conclusions: FINDINGS: (1) The existing parking ordinance does not contain a standard for Senior Centers; (2) The City is in the process of designing a Senior -7- 2222 CITY COUNCIL MEETING · March 17, 1992 LEGISLATION: Center facility; (3) The survey of Seattle area Senior Centers shows six existing (Cont'd) centers with parking ratios ranging between 1:133 s.f. and 1:208 s.f. The operators of the centers with ratios near 1:135 s.f. have stated they have adequate parking; Amendment to Parking CONCLUSIONS: (A) The proposed amendment will provide an appropriate parking Ordinance No. 1588 - standard for Senior Centers; (B) The proposed amendment is consistent with the Ordinance No. 2683 Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies; (C) The proposed amendment is in the (Cont'd) public use and interest. Councilman Schueler seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Councilwoman Sargent moved to accept and place on file the minutes of the March 11, 1992, Planning Commission meeting. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Selection of Financial F. Other Considerations Advisors 1. Selection of financial advisors Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by Finance Director Godbey. Following discussion, Councilwoman Sargent moved to accept the recommendation of the Finance Director and the City Manager and authorize them to negotiate contracts with Sound Finance Group. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Assumption of Severse 2. Assumption of Severse LID assessment by LBR Construction, Inc. LID Assessment Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Assistant City Attorney regarding assumption of a LID delinquency. Councilman Schueler moved to authorize the Mayor to execute an assumption agreement on behalf of the City. Councilwoman Sargent seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Contract with Parametrix 3. Consideration of professional services contract with Parametrix, Inc., for for Landfill Cell g2 landfill cell #2 Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Department of Public Works. Councilman Nicholson moved to approve the agreement with Parametrix, Inc., and authorize the Mayor to sign the contract. Councilman Wight seconded the motion. Following discussion, the motion carried unanimously. Sewer Rate Information 4. Sewer rate information No action was required on this item at this time. Growth Management 5. Growth Management Agreements Agreements a. Memorandum of agreement with Port of Port Angeles Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department, recommending approval of that agreement. Councilman Nicholson moved to adopt Attachments A & B and to approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the Port of Port Angeles. Councilwoman Sargent seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. b. Memorandum of agreement with Public Utility District Councilman Nichoison moved to deny the Memorandum of Understanding with the Public Utility District. Councilman Ostrowski seconded the motion. Councilman Nicholson asked if the PUD wanted out of the process completely. Planning Director Collins indicated it was his understanding the PUD did not want to be bound by the general policies, that they wanted to have their own discretion to abide by the policies. PUD has participated in some of the discussions. Councilman Nichoison offered an amendment to his motion to the effect that in the event PUD decides they wish to participate in the same manner as the other organizations, that the Council approve the same Memorandum of -8- 2223 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 17, 1992 LEGISLATION: Understanding with the PUD as we have with the Port District. Councilman (Cont'd) Ostrowski accepted the amendment. Growth Management On call for the question, the amendment to the motion carried unanimously, and Agreements (Cont'd) the main motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 11:10 p.m. -9-