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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 05/06/1997 3485 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington May 6, 1997 CALL TO ORDER- ~ ~ c~d the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at REGULAR MEETING: 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Deputy Mayor Braun, Councilmembers Campbell, Doyle, Hulett, McKeown and Wiggins. Members Absent: Mayor Ostrowski. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, B. Becker, S. Brodhun, B. Collins, K. Godbey, S. Ilk, J. Pittis, B. Titus, D. McGinley,' G. Kenworthy, E. Graves, K. Niemi, T. Funston, A. Owens, R. Dickinson, D. Miller, R. Buckmaster, J. Divelbiss, T. McCabe, B. Wahto, N. Wells, D. Little, B. Beverford, F. Warren, R. Dickinson, M. Horton, M. Vanderziel, G. Drake, M. Horton, K. Money, and L. Bryant. Public Present: J. Campbell, R. Boston, G. Boston, H. Schmidt, Sr., and W. Fitzwater. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by members of the Naval Jr. ROTC. ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF Councilman Wiggins mOved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of April MINUTES: 15,1997, the special meeting of April 21, 1997, and the special meeting of April 22, 1997. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CEREMONIAL 1. Transit Employee Appreciation Day - May 14, 1997 MATTERS/ PROCLAMATIONS: Deputy Mayor Braun recognized May 14, 1997, as Transit Employee Appreciation Day. Transit Employee Appreciation Day Naval Junior Reserve 2. Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Roughrider Company Day - May Officer Training Corps 16, 1997 Roughrider Co. Day Deputy Mayor Braun read a proclamation recognizing May 16, 1997, as Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Roughrider Company Day. Commander Campbell was present to accept the proclamation. National Safe Boating 3. National Safe Boating Week-May 17 - 23, 1997 Week Deputy Mayor Braun read a proclamation recognizing May 17 - 23, 1997, as National Safe Boating Week. National Maritime Day 4. National Maritime Day -May 22, 1997 · Deputy Mayor Braun read a proclamation recognizing May 22, 1997, as National Maritime Day. Harold Schmidt, President on the Juan de Fuca Chapter of the American Merchant Marine Veterans, read a prepared statement regarding the Merchant Marines and accepted the proclamation. National Tourism Week 5. National Tourism Week - May 4 - 1 O, 1997 Deputy Mayor Braun read a proclamation recognizing May 4 - 10, 1997, as National Tourism Week. Rick Hert of the Visitors and Convention Bureau was present to accept the proclamation. National Salvation Army 6. NationalSalvationArmy Week-May 12 ~ 18, 1997 Week Deputy Mayor Braun recognized the weeks of May - 18, 1997, as National Salvation Army Week. -1- 3486 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 6, 1997 Public Works Week 7. PubBc Works Week-May 18 - 24, 1997 Deputy Mayor Braun read a proclamation recognizing the week of May 18 - 24, 1997, as Public Works Week. FINANCE: None. CONSENT AGENDA: Public Works Director Pittis noted that payment to Delhur Industries, Inc., for the waterfront trail repair should be added to the Consent Agenda. Councilman Doyle moved to accept the Consent Agenda, including: 1) Payroll - April 20, 1997 - $369,941.13; 2) Voucher list - May 2, 1997 - $745,838.73; and 3) Delhur Industries - $65,120.00 - waterfront trail repair. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. ITEMS FROM THE Rick Hert, Executive Director of the North Olympic Visitor and Convention Bureau, gave AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ a status report regarding tourism promotion which included a golf tournament on June 20, STAFF TO BE 1997, a convention being held in September by the University of Washington, and the CONSIDERED OR Seattle Sales Blitz in June. Mr. Heft reviewed the publications in which the VCB has PLACED ON A placed advertising. FUTURE AGENDA: Councilmember McKeown informed the Council that the rededication of Veteran's Park will take place on May 31, 1997, at 11:00 a.m.; she briefly reviewed the agenda for that event. Councilman Wiggins asked to add Item 7 under Other Considerations regarding the Community Health Report. Deputy Mayor Braun asked for a brief report on the Chamber's letter regarding the International Gateway. Manager Pomeranz asked that Items 4 and 5 under Other Considerations be continued to the next meeting. He then asked to add Council representation and participation on Local 1619 mediation. Planning Director Collins pointed out that the members of the Board of Adjustment asked that their concern regarding illegal sign proliferation be recognized, and they requested an increase in enforcement efforts. The Board of Adjustment minutes are contained in the packet for further information. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Consideration of the Final Transportation Services and Facilities Plan (TSFP) That Includes an Alternative White's Creek Crossing and Non-Motorized Provisions Transportation Services and Facilities Plan Deputy Mayor Braun reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department and Resolution No. 3-97 asked Planning Director Collins for further input. Director Collins reminded the Council that there have been several public hearings and a nmnber of proposed changes regarding this item. The recommendation before the Council is the result of all the public input. Deputy Mayor Braun opened the public hearing at 7:30 p.m. Director Collins pointed out that there were two maps on display, one demonstrating the proposed bike routes and one showing the pedestrian routing plan. There was no public testimony, and the public hearing was closed at 7:34 p.m. Discussion followed, and Director Collins offered clarification regarding the bike route map. At Councilmen Doyle and Hulett's request, City Engineer Kenworthy and Public Works Director Pittis explained the modification of the street classifications and why it must be done. Councilman Campbell pointed out that this plan can be amended in the future should it become necessary. Director Pittis stated that this is the first time a rigorous modeling of the transportation system has been performed. F~ discussion ensued regarding the designation of a Bicycle Friendly Community, after which Deputy Mayor Braun read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 3-97 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles adopting a transportation services and facilities plan (TSFP) Councilmember McKeown moved to pass the Resolution as read by title, citing Findings 1-8, and Conclusions A & B, as set forth in Exhibit "A', which is attached to and becomes a part of these minutes. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. -2- 3487 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 6, 1997 LEGISLATION: A. Ordinances Not Requiring Public Hearings None. B. Resolutions not Requiring Public Hearings None. C. Planning Commission Minutes/Action Items Planning Commission Minutes of April 9, 1997 Councilman Campbell moved to accept the minutes of the Planning Commission of April 9, 1997. Councilman Wiggins seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. AWC Officer and D. Other Considerations Director Elections 1. A WC Officer and Director Elections Manager Pomeranz stated elections will be held at the next AWC conference. If any Council members wish to be considered, names must be forwarded at this time. Councilman Doyle noted that there are no vacancies at this time for the Port Angeles area. However, there will be a vacancy at year end. Manager Pomeranz offered to obtain further information fi.om AWC and report back to the Council. 1997 Budget Reductions 2. Recommendations for 199 7 Budget Reductions Deputy Mayor Braun reviewed the information provided by the Budget Subcommittee and called upon Councilmember McKeown for further comment as a member of the subcommittee. Councilmember McKeown stated the Parks Department did a thorough job of evaluation and making recommendations. The decisions were difficult, and everyone involved in the process was concerned with impacting the employees as little as possible. Staff then responded to questions posed by the Council regarding specific budget cuts, such as the Peabody Creek dredging project. Councilman Campbell commended the subcommittee and stafffor an outstanding job. Councilman Doyle explained the process used to achieve the balanced budget. Manager Pomeranz stated the challenge was great, and the participation and cooperation of the employees was outstanding. Councilman Doyle pointed out that, in five years time, the City's reserves will be depleted unless budget cuts are made. Manager Pomeranz stated the City has $2.5 million in reserves, but this is a rainy day fund which allows the City to get through this temporary challenge. Manager Pomeranz suggested that citizens be allowed to get involved in the 1998 budget process. Councilmember McKeown pointed out that sales tax was down 12%, and there will be several other businesses leaving Port Angeles in the near future. She commended the Fire Department for working together to problem-solve budget issues. After further discussion, Councilman Campbell moved to adopt the budget subcommittee's recommendations to balance the 1997 budget as presented. Counciimember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Volunteer Field Renovation 3. Grant Contract with State IAC - Volunteer FieM Renovation Deputy Mayor Braun requested that Parks & Recreation Director Brodhun comment on the issue. Director Brodhun reviewed the information contained in the packet and introduced John Kalapaka, President of the Jr. Babe Ruth League, and Steve Zenovic, Field Coordinator for several youth sports programs. Steve Zenovic, 767 Black Diamond Road, stated Volunteer Park is the cornerstone of the baseball program. He reviewed all the businesses and organizations who have helped to achieve the field renovation and how this grant will enable the project to be completed. Councilman Wiggins asked if the $83,000 needed from the City to finish this project has been considered in the discussions pertinent to balancing the budget. Director Brodhun stated this project is in the budget, and 50% of the total cost will be State reimbursed. It is anticipated that the project cost will be $183,000, and the City will be reimbursed $91,500. In the end, the City contribution will be minimal, thanks to the many donations and in-kind services. Councilman Wiggins moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the grant contract. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Memorandum of 4. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Victoria B.C. Understanding with City of Victoria Deferred to future meeting. -3- 3488 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 6, 1997 LEGISLATION: 5. Approval of Coastal corridor Master Plan (Cont'd) Deferred to future meeting. Coastal Corridor Marine Sanctuary 6. Northwest Straits National Marine Sanctuary Manager Pomeranz explained that Mayor Ostrowski had received a letter from Senator Patty Murray regarding the Northwest Straits issue. A NW Straits Citizen Advisory Commission is being formed to held achieve the goal of a NW Straits Marine Sanctuary. He reminded the Council that the City had sent letters in August, 1996, and March, 1997, opposing the sanctuary. He felt another letter needed to be sent, as well as phone calls made to let them know Port Angeles is vitally concerned with this issue. Manager Pomeranz stated he had let it be known that Port Angeles would like to be a part of the citizens advisory committee for this project;, however, no one from the City was selected. However, one of the Clallam County Commissioners has been appointed to serve on the committee, and Manager POmeranz indicated he would make the appropriate contacts to determine which of the Commissioners will be serving. It was felt the Commissioner should be made aware of the City's concerns in this regard. Discussion followed, and Councilman Doyle suggested that a Councilmember attend the advisory committee meeting scheduled to be held in Skagit County and report back to the Council. Councilman Wiggins volunteered to attend this meeting. Deputy Mayor Braun again reminded everyone of the Veteran's Park dedication on May 31, 1997, at 11:00 a.m. Community Health Report Councilman Wiggins informed the Council that he would be distributing written copies of the Community Health Report. 1619 Mediation Manager Pomeranz stated there is a mediation session scheduled for May 21, 1997, at 9:00 a.m. with Local 1619. He asked for one or two Council representatives as part of the negotiation committee. Councilmembers Doyle and Hulett volunteered to participate. Manager Pomeranz informed the Council that on May 13, 1997, he will be in Beaverton, Oregon meeting with Mr. Hempstrect, the owner of Shilo Inns. Mr. Hempstreet likes Port Angeles, and he is in a position to do a major project at this time. Councilmembers Campbell and McKeown, as well as Dick Foster and Christine Anderson from the Port of Port Angeles will also be at this meeting. Mr. Hempstreet is aware of some of the improvements taking place in Port Angeles, and he is enthusiastic about the possibility of doing a project here. Councilman Wiggins asked that Roger Oakes be invited to a City Council meeting to give a progress report on the Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Club. Chamber of Commerce Deputy Mayor Braun stated this letter was encouraged by the City Manager, who stated it Letter to the Governor was the effort of many people, including the City Attorney and the Public Works Department. The Gateway Project is one of the key elements of downtown revitalization. Some support will be needed from the Coastal Corridor program, which was defunded in the budget. It is currently on the Governor's desk, and the letter from the Chamber of Commerce states that they support the Gateway Project, and if a veto is appropriate in order to enhance the possibility of bringing the Gateway Project forward, then the Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce supports that veto.. Break Deputy Mayor Braun recessed the meeting for a break at 8:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:50 p.m. AI)JOURN TO The meeting adjourned to Executive Session at 8:50 p.m. to discuss union negotiations and EXECUTIVE SESSION: potential litigation for approximately forty-five minutes. RETURN TO OPEN The meeting returned to open session at 9:30 p.m. SESSION: Be~k~ .~ Up~n,~i(y]Cler~k !- - '"- '"'--~'osper 6str~ayor -4- 3489 Exhibit "A" FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN SUPPORT OF THE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES AND FACILITIES PLAN (TSFP): F~ding~ Based on the information provided in the October 15, and November 13, 1996 Staff Reports for the adoption of the Transportation Services and Facilities Plan, (including the proposed plan and all attachments), comments and information presented during the public heating, and the Planning Commission's discussion and deliberation, the City of Port Angeles Planning Commission hereby finds that: 1. The City's adopted Comprehensive Plan Capital Facilities Element contains the following policies: A3. The City shall develop individual comprehensive service and facility plans for the following utilities and/or services: *streets, bikeways and pedestrian walkways, * water system, * sanitary sewer system, * electrical system, * parks and recreation services, and * emergency services (police, fire, and medical response); A5. Comprehensive service and facility plans shall be consistent with the general level of service standards established in the Comprehensive Plan and shall establish detailed level of service standards which, at a minimum, meet all local, state and federal health and safety requirements. Each plan may also establish desired level of service standards and shall include an inventory of current facilities, measurements of current and future service capacities, the determination of future service and facility improvements necessary to serve the twenty year vision of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map, and a financial feasibility analysis. A6. The comprehensive service and facility plan for streets, bikeways, and pedestrian walkways shall also include specific actions and requirements for bringing into compliance any street facilities that fall below the required level of service, including demand management strategies which encourage reduced reliance on single occupant vehicle trips and encourage use of alternate modes of transportation such as the bicycles, walkways, and transit riding with incentive programs for and from local businesses. A7. The comprehensive service and facilities plan for streets, bikeways, and pedestrian walkways should include a future US 101 corridor to meet long-term local and regional transportation needs. 3490 A8. Each comprehensive service and facility plan shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, the County-Wide Planning Policy, and the State Growth Management Act. 2. Entranco, an engineering consulting firm was hired by the City to prepare the Transportation Services and Facilities Plan consistent with the State's Growth Management Act's requirements, the requirements for a 6-Year Transportation Improvement Program and the City's Comprehensive Plan requirements for a transportation (streets, bikeways and pedestrian walkways) services and facilities plan. 3. The Clallam County County-Wide Planning Policy contains several policies regarding transportation including policies regarding level of service standards, concurrency, regional and county-wide transportation facilities, non-motorized transportation policies and financing. 4. The proposed TSFP reviews air, marine, public, and non-motorized transportation as well as roads and highways, including sections on transportation standards, existing deficiencies, forecasting, projected needs, and funding. 5. A Determination of Non-Significance (#687) was issued for the proposal on July 2, 1996 and no appeals were received during the appeal period. 6. Public review and comments were solicitated during the development of the plan and during Planning Commission consideration. 7. The Planning Commission's recommendation to the City Council following the February 26, 1997, public hearing includes amendments as recommended by the City's Nonmotorized Committee. 8. The City Council conducted a town meeting on April 15, 1997, to seek public input on the proposal to include a White's Creek Crossing (described as Scenario IIIB) to the TSFP and continued that discussion to a public heating on May 6, 1997. Conclusions:. Based on the information provided in the October 15, and November 13, 1996, Staff Reports for the adoption of the Transportation Services and Facilities Plan, (including the proposed Plan and all attachments), comments and information presented during the public heating, the Planning Commission's discussion and deliberation, and the above listed findings, the City of Port Angeles Planning Commission hereby concludes that: A. The proposed Transportation Services and Facilities Plan meets the intent of the Comprehensive Plan Capital Facilities Policies A3 and A5 - A8 and the intent of the Clallam County County-Wide Planning Policy Transportation Facilities and 3491 Strategies. B. Adoption of the proposed Transportation Services and Facilities Plan is in the best interest of the public safety and welfare. Adopted by the Port Angeles City Council at its meeting of May 6, 1997. Prc~per Os~rowski, Mayor