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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/18/1997 3466 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington March 18, 1997 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Ostrowski called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at SPECIAL MEETING: 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Ostrowski, Councilmembers Braun, Campbell, Doyle, Hulett, McKeown, and Wiggins. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, B. Becker, B. Collins, K. Godbey, S. Ilk, J. Pittis, B. Titus, S. Roberds, B. Coons, S. Smith, G. Kenworthy, and D. Madison. Public Present: E. Turtle, L. Lee, B. Grauberger, F. & D. Conrad, P. Lamoureux, N. White, F. Norton, R. Black, E. Tschimperle, P. Thomsen, S. McCormick, C. Smith, B. Steams, E. Brown, E. Knight, J. Haguewood, N. Denhart, B. Johnson, and B. Harbick. EXECUTIVE SESSION: The meeting adjourned to Executive Session at 6:35 p.m. to discuss labor negotiations for approximately one-half hour. RETURN TO OPEN The meeting returned to open session at 7:00 p.m. SESSION: CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Ostrowski called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at REGULAR MEETING: 7:12 p.m. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Ostrowski. ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF Councilman Braun moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March MINUTES: 4, 1997. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CEREMONIAL None. MATTERS/ PROCLAMATIONS: FINANCE: None. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Wiggins moved to accept the Consent Agenda, including: 1) Contract with USCG for Ediz Hook sewer design; 2) Payroll - March 9, 1997 - $359,689.01; and 3) Voucher list - March 14, 1997 - $483,245.87. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion. After limited discussion with Public Works Director Pittis regarding the contract for the Ediz Hook sewer project, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried 'unanimously. · ITEMS FROM THE Rick Hert, 3909 Nygren Place, representing the North Olympic Peninsula Visitor & AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ Convention Bureau (NOPVCB), reported that a 1-800 information number is now STAFF TO BE available to persons interested in obtaimg information about the Olympic Peninsula. CONSIDERED OR Lacking substantial advertising dollars, the 1-800 information line will serve to reach those PLACED ON A who might otherwise not be reached. He described how the 1-800 number is being FUTURE AGENDA: advertised. Manager Pomeranz asked that item D. 8. be added to the agenda for a discussion of landfill commercial hauler rates. -1- 3467 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 18, 1997 ITEMS FROM THE Councilman Doyle asked to add agenda item D. 9., a discussion of fair market value for AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ vacated City property. STAFF TO BE CONSIDERED OR Councilman Doyle stated that on March 25, 1997, the bids for thc new library will be PLACED ON A opened. He reminded the Council they had voted to return thc accumulated interest on FUTURE AGENDA: these bonds and asked when this would happen. Finance Director Godbcy responded that (Cont'd) this would occur in 1998. Mayor Ostrowski asked to add item D.10 to the agenda, a discussion of a letter fi-om Congressman Norm Dicks regarding a public hearing on thc gray wolves. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. LEGISLATION: A. Ordinances not Requiring Public Hearings Municipal Code 1. Municipal Code Amendment- MCA 96-11 - Proposed amendments to titles 14, Amendment 16, and 17 ('Parking, Short Plat~Subdivision~Boundary Line Adjustment, and Ordinance No. 2954 Zoning respectively) of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. The amendments are intended to be for clarification purposes. (The public hearing on this item was closed on February 4, 199Z The only item to be considered is the tabled issue regarding hedges [Zoning]. The other issues were dealt with on an earlier agenda.) Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department. Councilman Braun moved to remove the remaining item from the table that was not acted upon on February 4, 1997. Councilman Wiggins seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Planning Director Collins noted that consideration of a further definition/clarification of the permitted location and height of hedges/shrubs was referred to the Real Estate Committee that subsequently determined not to take action, and so the item was referred back to the Council for discussion upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission contained in the planning Commission's January 8, 1997, minutes. Councilman Wiggins moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Comml.nsion regarding amendment to Sections 17.08 and 17.94 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code, citing Findings 1-1~} and Conclusions A - E as adopted by the City Council on February 4, 1997. The motion was seconded by Councilmember McKeown and carried unanimously. Mayor Ostrowski read the Ordinance by title, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 2954 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, washington, making clarification amendments to Section 17.08 and 17.94 of the of the Zoning Code, Ordinance 1709, as amended, and Title 17 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code, with regard to hedges. Councilman Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion. Following brief discussion and further clarification of definitions, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Amendment to Fire 2. Amendment to Fire Fighters Salary Schedule Fighters Salary Schedule Ordinance No, 2955 Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by Human Resources and read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2955 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles amending Ordinance #2952 and establishing a pay plan for the employees represented by IAFF Local #656 for the period of January 1, 1997 through December 31, 1998, and providing for the payment thereof. Councilman Hulett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. B. Resolutions not Requiring Public Hearings None. -2- 3468 CITY COUNCILMEETING March 18, 1997 LEGISLATION: C. Planning Commission Minutes/Action Items (Cont'd) None. D. Other Considerations Downtown Forward Mayor Ostrowski reordered the agenda at this point as there were a number of citizens in the audience to address Item D. 4. Approval of Final Report for Downtown Forward Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. Tim Smith, Contracts and Projects Administrator, read a letter from the members of the Downtown Forward Committee. The Committee recommended that, given the dedication of such a large number of people in this effort, with over two hundred persons having worked on the project to date, effort be given to continue the project by appointment of an executive committee with members fi-om the City, Port, Transit Authority, Clallam County, Clallam County Economic Development Council, Chamber of Commerce, Port Angeles Downtown, and four citizens at large. He commended and thanked Councilwoman MeKeown for her leadership on the Committee. The Mayor then appointed Councilwoman MeKeown to continue as the Council's representative to an executive committee as requested by the Downtown Forward group. Jim Haguewood thanked Mr. Smith and Jeff Bohman for their dedication to the final Downtown Forward product thus far. He explained that the process was one of consensus building, resulting in a basic agreement for the future development of the downtown area. He described some of the proposed improvements to the downtown area: sidewalk improvements, the gateway to Victoria proposal, upgrades to Veteran' s Park, infrastructure improvements, and the estuary project in the Cherry Street/K-Ply mill site, as part of the results of the committee's cooperative efforts. Mr. Haguewood concluded by encouraging the City Council to assist in keeping the momentum moving at this critical point. Joan Sargent, 309 West Fifteenth Street, stated her interest in the City's future. She served on the Downtown Forward economic subcommittee and agreed wholeheartedly with the previous speakers. She strongly endorsed the Downtown Forward Committee's proposed plan and, representing the Clallam County Museum, stressed the need to keep the museum use as part of that downtown plan. She encouraged the Council to take supportive action at this critical juncture. Mayor Ostrowski asked Tim Smith to address the issue of the museum being part of the downtown project. Mr. Smith stated the Clallam County Historical Society has expressed interest in helping With restoration of the Carnegie Library. He welcomed their continued participation in the Downtown Forward movement. Manager Pomeranz noted that $400,000 are available for projects l~om the library bond issue to provide much needed renovation to the Carnegie Building. He noted the on-going renovation of the old senior center into a bakery facility and the remodel of the old City Hall building to a micro-brewery/restaurant. These are positive and innovative moves to utilize public buildings into functioning businesses. Mayor Ostrowski referred the Carnegie issue to the Real Estate Committee for review and stated he would like the Historical Society to make a presentation to the Real Estate Committee. Manager Pomeranz stated this has been requested and will take place at the next meeting some time in April. Mayor Ostrowski recognized the members of the Downtown Forward Project Committee and thanked them again for a job well done. Councilman Wiggins moved to approve the planning phase of the Downtown Forward Committee project, accept the Committee's f'mal report, and resolve to implement the appointment of an executive committee, directing that a report from that committee be returned to Council within thirty days. The motion was seconded by Councilmember McKeown and passed unanimously. Agreement Between 1. Agreement Between City of Port Angeles and Teamsters for Non-Sworn Teamsters and City Bargaining Unit Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by Human Resources. Councilman Braun moved to approve the labor contract between the City and Teamsters Union tW,o89, Non-Sworn Unit, for the period of January 1, 1997 through December 31, 1999. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion. Manager Pomeranz stated staffwas pleased with the support and cooperation received from this bargaining unit. A vote was taken on the motion, which carded unanimously. -3- 3469 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 18, 1997 LEGISLATION: 2. Input on Coastal Corridor Project by Ed Tuttle and Melanie Caltrider (Cont'd) Mayor Ostrowski introduced Ed Tuttle, President of the CCC. The CCC feels it important Coastal Corridor that the City be made aware of some of the contents of the Coastal Corridor Plan and the possible impacts on the community. Ed Turtle, 202 Ahlvers Road, read aloud from a prepared statement regarding tourism and the Coastal Corridor Plan. He feels Port Angeles needs a plan to draw tourists, and the community should be able to come up with a plan without hiring a consultant. He did not feel a convention center was the answer. Tourists will not save Port Angeles. The Community needs family wage jobs. Mr. Turtle then intreduced Melanie Caltrider, 595 Gossett Road, who read a letter into the record outlining some of the changes to the initial drat~ Coastal Corridor Plan, some of which were positive and good improvements. Ms. Callrider asked that the Council hold a public heating on the final plan, because there will not be one conducted at the state level. Clallam County Amateur 3. Authorization for City Manager to Sign Memorandum of Understanding With Radio Emergency Services Clallam County Amateur Radio Emergency Services Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Fire Department. Fire Chief Bruce Becker commended the Clallam County amateur radio emergency services group for their loyal assistance in time of need. He recognized the coordinated efforts between the City and the group in the past and stated that he knew the process would continue to the benefit of the citizens of all of the county's residents. Manager Pomeranz added his support of the group in their efforts to provide emergency services in time of need. Councilman Campbell moved to authorize the City Manager and l)irector of Emergency Management to sign the Memorandum of Understanding between Clallam County Amateur Radio Emergency Services and the City of Port Angeles. Councilman Boyle seconded the motion. After limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Displacement Provisions of 5. Authorize Staff to Take Advantage of Displacement Provisions of Power Sales Power Sales Agreement Agreement Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department and asked Bob Titus, Deputy Director of Utility Services, if he had any further information to add. Mr. Titus stated that these prices change quickly and without notice. However, as of this afternoon, the prices were the same as they were when the issue was brought to the Utility Advisory Committee; therefore, the savings figures shown as accurate. Councilman Braun moved to authorize the l)eputy Director of Utility Services to enter into short term power purchase agreements as needed and to exercise the displacement fights contained in the LG&E power sales contract. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Extension of Parametfix 6. Extension of Parametric Contract for Landfiil Liner Cell Design Contract Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. Councilman Campbell moved to authorize the Mayor to execute the contract extension with Parametrix, Inc., for solid waste planning and engineering services in an amount not to exceed $131,012. Councilman Braun seconded the motion. Discussion followed, and Councilman Doyle reminded the Council that there is a wildlife study being performed and the future is uncertain. He asked if it were possible that the contract would be extended and then become unusable. Public Works Director Pittis explained that the conlract would not become unusable because the southern portion of the excavation is unlined and the plan is to design and construct that liner. After further clarification of the duties that Parametrix would be performing as part of this contract, a vote Was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Damaged Boathouses 7. Success in Dealing with Damaged Boathouses at the Boat Haven Manager Pomeranz reported that a number of boat houses were damaged during the winter storm. Referring to the memo in the packet, he stated the City's goal was to work with all owners of damaged property to expedite the repair process. He summarized the process by which the City helped fast track and reduce costs for these repairs. Discussion followed, and Councilmen Campbell and DoYle commended staff on its efforts in assisting the public. -4- 3470 CITY COUNCIL MEETING March 18, 1997 LEGISLATION: 8. New Commercial Hauler Rates (Cont'd) At Mayor OstroWski's request, Manager Pomeranz briefly summarized a memo he had Commercial Hauler Rates provided. Manager Pomeranz stated the City was faced with the decision to become reasonably competitive or lose the business of the commercial haulers. Adjustments have been made which will mean revenue reductions of more than $170,000 per year in order to save almost $1 million in revenue. Through protracted discussion, the City came to an agreement with haulers of $63 per ton. Manager Pomeranz went on to describe how staff arrived at the $63 per ton price. Manager Pomeranz stated it is the City's goal to reduce the cost of landfill operations, rather than raise landfill prices for the citizens of Port Angeles. Discussion followed regarding cost saving measures that might be considered for landfill operation. Manager Pomeranz announced that other private haulers are now interested in bringing refuse to the City's landfill because of the reduced rates, therefore, there is the potential for bringing substantial revenues into the City. Following further discussion, Councilman Campbell moved to endorse the $63 per ton rate for Environmental Waste and authorize the City Manager to make the same rate available for the City of Sequim for the same period and authorize the City Manager to sign the agreement with the three entities, subject to the City Attorney's legal review and approval. Councilman Wiggins seconded the motion. Manager Pomeranz reminded the Council that at the last meeting there was discussion regarding a $30,000 credit for West Waste, and a $12,000 credit to Olympic Disposal for recycle services. Mayor Ostrowski commended staff and Councilman Campbell for their diligence in this matter. Atter further discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which passed unanimously. Mayor Ostrowski informed the Council'that he was in receipt of a letter of invitation from Congressman Dicks to a conference he will be co-hosting with the Defenders of Wildlife. The conference will focus on the issue of reintroduction of wolves into Olympic National Park. This will be held on April 18, 1997 at Lake Crescent Olympic National Park Institute. Fair Market Value 9. Fair Market Value for Vacated Rights-of-Way for Vacated Rights-of-way Councilman Doyle inquired if it were possible for the City to receive more than fifty percent of the assessed valuation of rights-of-way when vacated and sold to the private sector. Manager Pomeranz indicated that staff would research the issue and report to Council on the matter. Councilman Braun announced that OPTICOM was on the agenda at the Clallam County Transit Authority meeting yesterday; it was defeated four to two. ADJOURNMENT: / .......... T~xe t,~a~[~'~;~a~d~ed at 9: O0 P.m' x.._.p~/0~l~er Os~owski, M~yor ~eeky J. l~pt4~llt~le~k- /~ - -5-