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Port Angeles, Washington
May 19, 1992
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Hallett called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order
SPECIAL MEETING: at 6:07 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Hallett, Councilmen Braun, Nicholson, Ostrowski,
Councilwoman Sargent, Councilmen Schueler (arrived at
7 p.m.) and Wight.
Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Asst. Attorney Dickson, Clerk
Upton, S. Ilk, B. Collins, L. Glenn, K. Godbey, B. Titus,
G. Kenworthy, Y. Ziomkowski, L. Kheriaty, K. Niemi,
S. Kenyon, E. Beutler, K. Ridout, and J. Abram.
Public Present: G. Stratton, A. Middleton, N. McHenry, B. Pickens, S.
Holman, G. & B. Boyd, L. Beil, B. Haselton, and T.
Heindl.
Integrated Finance Integrated Finance System
System
Finance Director Godbey presented a status report on efforts pertinent to the
Integrated Finance System. She reviewed the various focus groups, involving all
levels of employees, which have been working on such conversions as payroll, utility
billing, general ledger, and the like. The payroll was successfully converted as of
May 1 and employees commended for their efforts were Lynne Bryant and Linda
Kheriaty.
Director Godbey indicated it is hoped the utility billing system can be converted no
later than July 1; she reviewed the new format of the bill itself. In answer to an
inquiry, Ms. Godbey responded the new system provides enough flexibility to enable
an account credit for possible recycling incentives. The general ledger system entails
a great deal of planning due to the complex nature of tracking all City transactions.
The first City Council meeting in June should see voucher lists run on the old as well
as the new system. Job costing is a module being prepared which will allow the
operational aspect of the City to track costs independent of the general ledger system.
Supporting all of these systems will be a local area network which will provide all
users the ability to access different systems, based on need and different levels of
security.
It is hoped that eventually all City Council members can have equipment available
in order to access the system for information and scheduling opportunities. At this
time, Director Godbey introduced and commended other employees for their
significant contributions to these efforts: Karen Niemi, Scott Kenyon, and Eileen
Beutler.
ADJOURN TO Mayor Hallett adjourned the meeting to executive session at 6:40 p.m. to discuss
EXECUTIVE SESSION: litigation for approximately twenty minutes.
RETURN TO OPEN The meeting returned to open session at 6:55 p.m.
SESSION:
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Hallett called the regular meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING:
PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by two Campfire Groups, one led by
ALLEGIANCE: Lori Curtin, members present: Rachel Curtin, Kala Fredrickson, Danika Haller,
Rachel Sullivan, Maranda Wight and Hayley Deane; the other led by Joan
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Frederickson, members present: Lisa Fredrickson, Jessica Ruud, Andrea Bruch.
APPROVAL OF Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
MINUTES: May 5, 1992, and the special meeting of May 12, 1992. Councilman Braun
seconded the motion.
Councilwoman Sargent referenced Page 6 of the May 5 minutes concerning the
Library Bond Committee and asked that language be added to reflect the intention
that the citizen members of the Committee are to be Port Angeles residents.
Councilman Wight noted the minutes of May 12 and indicated one of the reasons he
supported the motion was because he felt to do so was in the best interest of the
citizens of Port Angeles, because that is where the responsibility of the City Council
lies. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously.
CEREMONIAL Proclamation recognizing May 17- 23, 1992 as NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
MATTERS/
PROCLAMATIONS: Mayor Hallett read the proclamation recognizing May 17 - 23, 1992, as National
Public Works Week and invited all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint
themselves with the employees involved in providing public works services and
recognize the contribution that public works officials make every day for our health,
safety, and comfort.
CITY COUNCIL Councilman Wight reported he spoke to the Port Angeles Downtown Association on
COMMITTEE the Elwha River Restoration Act.
REPORTS:
Councilman Schueler attended the Visitors and Convention Bureau, where the
prospect of developing a cruise ship stopping port in Port Angeles was discussed.
Councilman Braun attended the UAC meeting. He also attended the Museum Board
meeting, and noted the group is working hard on the Lincoln School project as the
future site for the Museum.
Councilwoman Sargent attended the second Project C.A.R.E. meeting, the 20-20
Vision meeting, and the EDC meeting. She indicated the EDC is sending a letter in
support of the City's stance on Section 16 of the Elwha River Restoration Act.
Mayor Hallett visited Crestwood Convalescent Center for Nursing Home Week;
participated in Adult Action Center activities; and with Councilwoman Sargent,
participated in the allocation of teacher's mini-grants from the Port Angeles
Education Foundation, of which Councilwoman Sargent is Vice President.
FINANCE: 1. Final acceptance and payment to Boone's Excavating for waterline project
of $9,476.31 plus retainage of $460.91
Waterline Project
Councilman Ostrowski moved to accept the project and authorize final payment
in the amount of $9,476.31 and authorize the release of the retainage upon
receipt of releases from the Deparls.ents of Revenue and Labor and Industries.
Councilwoman Sargent seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Secondary Treatment 2. Progress Payment #2 to Pease and Sons for secondary treatment of
$324,114. 84 plus retainage of $15,764.34
Councilman Wight moved to authorize payment to Pease and Sons of
$324,114.84 and $15,764.34 retainage, for a total of $339,879.18. Councilman
Ostrowski seconded the motion. Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on
the motion which carried unanimously.
Bio-solids Hauling 3. Progress payment to N. W. Cascade for bio-solids hauling from treatment
plant of $22,199. 66 plus retainage of $1,0 79. 75
Councilman Ostrowski moved to authorize payment to N. W. Cascade in the
amount of $22,199.66 plus retainage of $1,079.75. Councilman Braun seconded
the motion.
Councilwoman Sargent inquired as to where the bio-solids are being hauled to, and
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FINANCE: (Cont'd) was advised they are going to Puyallup. She also asked about using the material in
composting yard waste and referenced for possible use the tree farm in the vicinity
Bio-solids Hauling of the airport. Deputy Director of Public Works Ridout indicated the City had
(Cont'd) utilized the tree farm previously but, because of problems incurred with Health
Department permits, this is no longer a viable option. Additionally, the tree farm
no longer exists. Certainly the City wishes to pursue this type of composfing, and
City Manager Pomeranz indicated a report on these issues will be presented at the
next Council meeting.
A vote was then taken on the motion which carried unanimously.
Corporation Yard 4. Progress payment to O'Sullivan Construction, Inc. ,for Corp Yard fuel tanks
Fuel Tanks of $129,993.17 plus retainage of $6,322.63
Councilman Nicholson moved to authorize payment of $129,993.17 to O'Sullivan
Construction, Inc., plus retainage of $6,322.63. Councilman Ostrowski seconded
the motion. Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which
carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilwoman Sargent moved to accept the items on the Consent Agenda,
including: (1) Out-of-state travel request - Government Finance Officer's
Association; (2) Authorization for travel to Washington, D.C., to testify at
Committee Hearing on Elwha River Ecosystem Fisheries Restoration Act; (3)
Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; (4) Payroll for period
ending May 10, 1992, of $308,378.07; and (5) Vouchers for May 8 and May 15,
1992, of $537,810.67. Councilman Braun seconded the motion.
Councilman Ostrowski offered a friendly amendment to the motion to include the
designation of the City Manager, the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor as the City
representatives to travel to Washington, D.C., for the Elwha River legislative
hearings on June 4. Councilwoman Sargent and Councilman Braun accepted the
amendment. Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which
carried unanimously.
ITEMS FROM THE Mayor Hallett added an item to the Agenda: Appointment of representatives to the
AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ City Library Bond Issue Committee.
STAFF TO BE
CONSIDERED OR Alan Middleton, Attorney representing Bill Wilbert on the Ems Creek Estates
PLACED ON A matter, requested an opportunity to speak to Item E. under Legislation, the request
FUTURE AGENDA: for approval of final submittal, Ems Creek Estates Planned Residential
Development. Also present is Bill Wilbert, who will be available to answer
questions.
Charles Beaudette, 1411 Pacific Vista Drive, suggested a review of the process and
ordinances governing heating and appeal of conditional use permit applications. It
was his opinion that a portion of the ordinance does not provide respondents with the
opportunity to receive all of the pertinent information. Additionally, Mr. Beaudette
questioned the current protocol of not notifying all possible respondents. He would
like the Council to consider review and possible modification of the ordinance.
Mayor Hallett referred this request to Planning Director Collins and asked that the
matter be placed on the next Council agenda.
Robbie Mantooth, 2238 Lindberg Road, would like any discussion on the Ermis
Creek Estates PRD restricted to a public hearing; otherwise, people who are opposed
to this are under the impression they cannot speak tonight and, therefore, are not
present.
Councilwoman Sargent referenced a sizable microfilm expenditure on the voucher
list as part of the Consent Agenda and suggested consideration be given to the
purchase of microfilm equipment. Staff will pursue this suggestion.
Appointments to Mayor Hallett noted it is necessary to appoint representation from the Council to this
Library Bond Committee, as well as two citizen representatives. The Library Board has submitted
Committee the names of Cindy Souders and Jane Childers. Larry Haas, representing the
Library Board explained that Ms. Childers is not a resident of the City, although she
does operate a business and own land in the City. By consensus, the Council
members agreed to adhere to its decision to include only City residents on this
Committee. Mr. Haas indicated one other possible nominee has not been available
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Appointments to for contact. If that individual is not willing to serve another has already expressed
Library Bond an interest in participating. The Library Board will pursue the appointment of
Committee (Cont'd) another individual.
Councilmembers Sargent and Schueler volunteered to serve on the Committee, and
Councilman Wight submitted the name of Richard Timm as a member of the
Committee which was acceptable to the Council. The name of another individual
will be provided by Friday of this week.
LEGISLATION: A. Public Hearings
Public Hearings 1. Planned Residential Development, PRD-92(03)O1 - Highland Communities -
Melody Lane - Request for a Planned Residential Development which
Highland Communities includes approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow uses permitted in
Melody Lane Planned Chapter 17.91 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code (Homes for the elderly,
Residential Develop- nursing and group care homes) and subdivision approval.
ment
Mayor Hallett continued the public hearing at 7:48 p.m.
Barbara Pickens, architect representing Highland Communities, reported the open
space calculations have been submitted to the Planning Department. She offered to
answer any questions the Council might have. There were none.
There being no other public comment, Mayor Hallett closed the public hearing at
7:50 p.m.
Councilman Nicholson moved to accept the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and approve the preliminary Planned Residential Development for
Highland Communities, subject to the following conditions and citing the
following findings and conclusions: Conditions: (1) The Final PRD shall be
substantially in accord with the following documents, except as may be modified by
any conditions stated in this approval: a) The two sheet site plan of record titled
"Preliminary Plat of Highland Communities, Port Angeles, WA" which is dated
received March 27, 1992; b) The nine page document titled "Highland Communities
Mitigation Measures, 3/20/92" which is dated received March 30, 1992; c) The
general building massing and heights shall not exceed that level depicted in the
"Preliminary Elevation and Perspective Drawings" as contained in Section 4 of the
original application packet; d) Proposed phasing plan, consisting of ten pages (five
sheets) dated received March 30, 1992; e) The final landscape plan shall be
consistent with the criteria set forth in the memorandum dated March 26, 1992 and
titled "Landscape Criteria" as prepared by the applicant; (2) The Final Plat may be
approved in phases provided that nothing in this approval shall be construed as
waiving the three year time limitation of the preliminary plat as contained in RCW
58.17.140; (3) At the time of Final PRD approval, submit a recreation plan for
approval which shows all recreation areas and lists all proposed activities.
Demonstrate that 50% of the required common usable open space meets the
minimum requirements for recreation area; (4) No fences, other than dog runs, shall
be installed unless first approved through Final PRD approval or PRD modification
process as contained in Chapter 17.70 of the zoning ordinance; (5) The Conditions,
Covenants and Restrictions (CC&Rs) shall include age limits on the residential
population which are sufficient to guarantee that the project will house the senior
population for which it is being designed. These restrictions shall be in compliance
with the Fair Housing Act; (6) All required road, water, sewer and storm drain
improvements for each phase shall be either installed or bonded for prior to approval
of the Final Plat for that phase. No occupancy shall be allowed for any unit until all
roads, water, sewer and storm drain improvements serving that unit are installed.
Phasing of these improvements shall be done in accordance with the phasing plan that
was prepared by the applicant, dated received March 30, 1992, except as may be
modified by requirements of the Public Works Department which are outlined in a
memorandum dated April 7, 1992; (7) Melody Lane shall be fully improved with
paving, curb, gutter and sidewalk between the site and Golf Course Road. A turning
knuckle shall be provided at the entrance into the project; (8) Lauridsen Boulevard
improvements shall be extended west to the entrance of the site and shall include a
turning knuckle at the entrance to the project; (9) The applicant shall determine if
additional sewer capacity is needed down stream. If so, the applicant shall either
increase the capacity of the existing sewer line or install a parallel line; (10) A
looped water system shall be installed as proposed; (11) Submit sign details. Signs
shall be in conformance with the RMF zone district unless a Conditional Use Permit
is applied for and approved by the Planning Commission; (12) All power lines into
the site shall be placed underground; (13) Street lights are recommended by City
Light. Because they are on private streets, street lights must be installed and
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LEGISLATION: maintained by the property owners; (14) The portions of lots Al5, A25 and A26 and
(Cont'd) the northwestern open space lot that are within the 50 foot buffer zone shall be
identified as conservation areas not to be disturbed. Conservation easements shall be
Public Hearings shown on the Final Plat and recorded with the individual deeds for those lots; (15)
Obtain a wetlands permit and comply with all requirements of said permit prior to
Highland Communities Final PRD approval; (16) Submit a drainage plan and sediment and erosion control
Melody lane Planned plan to Public Works for approval at the time application is made for Final PRD
Residential Develop- approval. Drainage improvements shall include channeling stormwater down to the
ment (Cont'd) bottom of White's Creek ravine in a pipe, which requires obtaining easements from
the owner of the ravine; (17) Access will be required around one side of the
condominium as specified in the Uniform Fire Code 10.207(b). Grasscrete is
acceptable or a service road with a width of 16 feet; (18) For the patio homes
subdivision, cul de sacs shall be 100 feet in diameter and fire hydrants shall be
spaced 500 feet on center with locations approved by the Fire Department. If
- residential homes are provided with a NFPA 13D sprinkler system, cul de sacs can
be 80 feet in diameter and fire hydrants can be spaced 1000 feet on center; (19) The
condominiums, cottages and congregate care shall comply with the 1988 Uniform
Fire Code and local ordinances of the City of Port Angeles. Such requirements will
include spfinklering of the building and installation of a fire alarm system; (20) Fire
hydrants capable of delivering 1500 gallon per minute and in conformance with the
Uniform Fire Code are required. The Fire Department proposes three fire hydrants
serve the cottages and congregate care; (21) A 20-foot wide emergency access road
shall be provided and maintained around the congregate care facility; (22) The
CC&Rs shall contain provisions which prohibit on-street parking. The streets shall
be clearly marked as no parking zones; (23) Comply with the requirements of the
Uniform Fire Code; (24) Procedures for reimbursement for water system
improvements shall be implemented; (25) The maximum height of the condominium
shall be 74 feet. The maximum height of the congregate care building shall be 47
feet; (26) Buffer zones as required through the environmentally sensitive areas
protection ordinance shall not be disturbed; Findings: (1) The proposal is to
construct a retirement community consisting of 26 detached single family dwelling
units, a 40 umt condominium building, five four-unit cottage buildings and a 120 unit
congregate care/nursing home facility; (2) The review includes Preliminary Planned
Residential Development approval, a Conditional Use Permit for the congregate
care/nursing home and a Preliminary Plat for subdivision of the property; (3) The
property is zoned RMF which would allow a total density of approximately 43
dwelling units per acre; (4) The overall project density is about 18.1 dwelling units
per acre. Under the PRD ordinance, the site could be developed to a maximum of
28.2 d.u. per acre; (5) The proposal has been reviewed with respect to the City's
zoning and subdivision ordinances and the Comprehensive Plan; (6) A Supplemental
Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) has been prepared and given consideration
in reviewing the project. The SEIS supplemented the Draft and Final EIS that was
prepared for the Uplands apartment project in 1979. The Final SEIS was issued on
April 6, 1992; (7) The City has conducted duly notice public hearings as required
by Chapter 17.70 of the Port Angeles Zoning Ordinance; (8) The application includes
a request for varying from the development standards of the underlying RMF district.
These standards have been reviewed in the staff report prepared for the March 11,
1992, meeting; Conclusions: (A) As conditioned, the proposed development will
comply with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan and further the attainment of the
objectives and goals of the Comprehensive Plan, including Goals 1-5; Residential
Policies Nos. 2-9, 11-13 and 15-19; Circulation Policies Nos. 2, 4, 5,7, 10, 13 and
18; Parks and Recreation Policies Nos. 1-5; Urban Design Policies Nos. 2 and 4;
Social Policy No. 4; Open Space Policy Nos. 3 and 4; Social Objectives Nos. 1-3;
Circulation Objective No. 1; Economic Objectives Nos. 1 and 2; and Land Use
Objectives Nos. 1-7; (B) As conditioned, the proposed development will, through the
improved utilization of open space, natural topography, transitional housing densities
- and integrated circulation systems, create a residential environment of higher quality
than normally achieved by traditional development of a subdivision; (C) As
conditioned, the proposed development will be compatible with adjacent existing and
future developments; (D) As conditioned, all necessary municipal utilities, services,
and facilities, existing and proposed, are adequate to serve the proposed
development; (E) As conditioned, the internal streets serving the proposed
development are adequate for the anticipated traffic levels and the street system of
the proposed development is functionally connected by an improved collector street
to at least one improved arterial street; (F) As conditioned, each phase shall meet the
requirements of a complete development; (G) The proposal is consistent with the
requirements of the City's subdivision ordinance for approval of a preliminary plat.
Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
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LEGISLATION: 2. Appeal of Conditional Use Permit- CUP-92(03)03 HO- Petersen, 2406
(Cont'd) West Fourteenth Street: Appeal of condition of permit approval to provide
sidewalks for a preschool Home Occupation use
Public Hearings
Mayor Hallett announced the appeal has been withdrawn and no action is required
Appeal of Conditional by the Council.
Use Permit - Petersen
Public Nuisance B. Resolution requiring public comment
1. Resolution declaring public nuisance
The public nuisance has been resolved; therefore, no action is required of the
Council.
PenCom Fund - C. Ordinances not requiring public hearings
Ordinance No. 2691
1. Establishing the PenCom Fund and creating new chapter of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code
Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by Assistant Police Chief Myers,
and then read the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2691
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles,
Washington, establishing the PenCom Fund
and creating a new Chapter 3.31 of the
Port Angeles Municipal Code.
Councilman Schueler moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title.
Councilman Braun seconded the motion.
Brief discussion followed concerning the County's efforts toward enabling legislation.
Police Chief Ilk indicated the County is presently working with US West on this
issue. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously.
Utility Billing 2. Revising 25-day utility billing cycle to 30-day billing cycle
Cycle -
Ordinance No. 2692 Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by Customer Service Manager
Kenyon and then read the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2692
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles,
Washington, amending the policy for
determining delinquency of accounts,
amending Section 1 of Ordinance 2276,
Section 4 of Ordinance 2055, and
Section 13.16.040 of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code, as most recently amended
by Section 1 of Ordinance 2349.
Councilman Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilwoman
Sargent seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Delinquent Utility 3. Revising finance charges on delinquent utility bill
Bill Finance
Charges- Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by Customer Service Manager
Ordinance No. 2693 Kenyon and then read the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2693
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles
establishing a penalty for delinquent
utility bills, amending Section 7 of
Ordinance No. 2112 and Section 3.64.070
of the Port Angeles Municipal Code,
and adding a new section in Chapter 3.64
of the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
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LEGISLATION: Councilwoman Sargent moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title.
(Cont'd) Councilman Braun seconded the motion.
Delinquent Utility Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which carried 6 - 0,
Bill Finance with Councilman Schueler abstaining.
Charges -
Ordinance No. 2693
(Cont'd)
Endangered Species D. Resolutions not requiring public hearings
Act -
Resolution No. 17-92 1. Endangered Species Resolution
Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by Councilmen Nicholson, Wight
and Ostrowski, and then read the Resolution by title, entitled
RESOLUTION NO. 17-92
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the
City of Port Angeles, Washington,
requesting federal economic relief
from impacts due to the Endangered
Species Act.
Councilwoman Sargent moved to pass the Resolution as read by rifle.
Councilman Nicholson seconded the motion. Councilman Ostrowski indicated his
concern that there are strong community feelings about this issue, and he expressed
the hope that this regulation balancing economic interests with environmental ones
would be a good approach for both sides. Emphasis was given to the fact that the
entire nation should bear the costs incurred, and not just those persons or state or
local governments which exist nearby.
Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which carried
unanimously.
Councilmen Nicholson and Wight directed comments toward the draft letter as
prepared by Councilman Wight. The letter might enhance the resolution by further
stating the Council's position on various Federal actions which impact the area's
economy. Councilman Nichoison moved to finalize the letter to be signed by all
Council members. Councilman Schueler seconded the motion which carried
unanimously.
Ennis Creek Estates E. Planning Commission minutes/action items
Final Planned
Residential Develop- 1. Request for Approval of Final Submittal - Ennis Creek Estates Planned
ment Residential Development - DeIGuzzi Drive to Lindberg Road
Mayor Hallett reviewed the recommendations of the Planning Department, and noted
two persons had voiced a desire to speak to this item. He inquired of legal counsel
as to whether it is permissible for these individuals to speak. Assistant City Attorney
Dickson responded the individuals could speak to procedural issues but not the merits
of the project. Council and staff discussed the options available at this time.
Planning Director Collins reported the applicant has submitted in a timely fashion,
yet certain requirements for final approval have not been met, as set forth in the
Planning Department memorandum. The applicant has requested a two-month
continuance in order to meet the requirements. After further discussion,
Councilwoman Sargent expressed the feeling that a considerable amount of time and
effort had been expended on the proposed project. Further, she noted an L.I.D. in
excess of $1 million was in place, numerous public hearings were held to understand
and mitigate concerns, and she felt that a two-month extension was not unreasonable
for a project of this size. Councilwoman Sargent, therefore, moved to concur
with the applicant's request for continuance of final plat consideration to be
considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing in July. Councilman
Wight seconded the motion.
Councilman Wight addressed the well documented shortage of housing in Port
Angeles, as well as the need to protect Ennis Creek through erosion control by the
developer, and he felt the Council should not summarily terminate the project. Debt
service to the L.I.D. could be placed in question if the project were denied.
Councilman Schueler pointed out the Planning Commission had not denied the final
approval on a unanimous basis. On call for the question, a vote was taken on the
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motion which carried unanimously.
Break Mayor Hallett recessed the meeting for a break at 8:35 p.m. The meeting
reconvened at 8:51 p.m.
Councilman Wight moved to accept and place on file the Planning Commission
minutes of April 22, 1992, and May 13, 1992. Councilman Ostrowski seconded
the motion. Councilwoman Sargent took exception to being told what must be
required and what must be done, as appears on Pages 6 and 7 of the May 13th
Planning Commission minutes. A vote was taken on the motion which carried
unanimously.
City Light Interim F. Other Considerations
Rate Increase
1. Need for an interim rate increase for City Light (Requested by UAC)
Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Director of City Light
regarding the proposed rate increase by BPA.
Councilman Nicholson moved to approve the recommendation and increase the
electric rates in stages. Councilman Wight seconded the motion.
Councilman Wight suggested this information be disseminated to the public in a
timely fashion. If there is a rate increase this fall, the money in the bank will earn
interest which can be used to offset the major increase planned by BPA. Councilman
Braun agreed.
Councilman Schueler would like to be assured that the community is comfortable that
the City is being fiscally responsible for the cost to the users. The increases should
be reasonable and designed to ultimately cover the projected double-digit increase by
BPA and the public should be keep informed of the reason for the increases.
City Light Director Titus indicated he is meeting with representatives from the Mills
and will be meeting with representatives of other large electric users not only to
work with them for budget impacts, but to give them an opportunity to work on
conservation programs.
A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously.
Request for Real 2. Request to hold a Real Estate Committee meeting
Estate Committee
Meeting Mayor Hallett reviewed the real estate matters requiring attention by the Real Estate
Committee, including a request to lease a portion of Old City Hall, two requests to
exchange properties with the City; request for sale of City property, update on
ongoing property issues, etc.
A meeting of the Real Estate Committee was scheduled for Tuesday, May 26th, at
4:00 p.m.
Land Trade with 3. Lat~l trade with the County
Clallam County
Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department.
Councilman Nicholson moved to trade the easterly half of vacated "M" Street
lying within 442.68 feet southerly from the southerly right-of-way line of 18th
Street and abutting Suburban Lot 119, to Clallam County for Lot 12, Block 30,
Norman R. Smith Subdivision to Port Angeles. Councilwoman Sargent seconded
the motion.
Councilwoman Sargent asked if the values of the properties were approximately the
same. Deputy Director of Public Works Ridout gave a value of the 'M" Street
property of approximately $2,816, and that of the County Property is approximately
$1,330. The proposed trade suits the needs of both parties.
Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which carried
unanimously.
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LEGISLATION: 4. Senior Services Agreement - Clallam County and City of Port Angeles
(Cont'd)
Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by City Clerk Upton.
Clallam County Senior
Services Agreement Councilman Ostrowski moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the contract with
Clailam County for funding of the Port Angeles Senior Center. Councilman
Braun seconded the motion. Councilwoman Sargent reported the Senior Center
information as delineated by the County has been corrected to properly include all
services offered by the Port Angeles Senior Center. A vote was taken on the
motion which carried unanimously.
Fire Station 5. Fire Station feasibility study
Feasibility Study
Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by Fire Chief Glenn, who
requested participation of two City Council members in the team proposed to
interview architectural firms which have responded to the RFP.
Councilman Braun volunteered, and Mayor Hallett will attempt to be available on
Wednesday, May 27.
Funding for City/ 6. Funding for City/School tennis courts
School Tennis Courts
Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by Parks & Recreation Director
Brodhun. Councilwoman Sargent indicated the information was inaccurate to the
extent the Council had not agreed to authorize a delay in funding. She reviewed past
Council minutes which delineated items to be included in the project with City
funding to a level of $95,496. Terry Heindl, Port Angeles School District, clarified
the project still has 76 parking spots, and two lighted tennis courts, with four courts
to be lighted at a later date. The total amount now requested is $114,328 as opposed
to $95,496.
Following further discussion, Councilman Wight moved to authorize the funding
for the joint development of the tennis courts and parking facilities at a level of
$114,328. Councilman Nicholson seconded the motion. In the discussion that
ensued, Manager Pomeranz indicated the additional funding could be generated
through an expanded loan from City Light to the General Fund at favorable rates.
Councilman Wight expressed the wish that the source of funding be added to the
motion, as well as an agreement that the debt be settled if there are excess
revenues available. This was acceptable to Councilman Nicholson and a vote was
taken on the motion which carried by a majority vote, with Councilwoman
Sargent and Councilman Braun voting in opposition.
Additional discussion followed as to some of the language in the proposed contract.
Councilman Braun moved to have staff review the contract and return it to
Council for review and finalization. Councilwoman Sargent seconded the
motion, which carried. Manager Pomeranz suggested Council members direct any
suggestions to him. Councilwoman Sargent advised the Council she is supportive of
the project, but cannot support the additional funding.
Logos Funding 7. Logos Funding Agreement
Agreement
Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by Clerk Upton.
Councilwoman Sargent moved to authorize the Mayor to execute the funding
agreement with Logos Musical. Councilman Nicholson seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
P.U.D. Water 8. Public Utility District water supply contract
Supply Contract
Mayor Hallett said staff had requested a delay in action on this item, as the P.U.D.
would like the opportunity for further review and discussion.
Growth Management 9. Growth Management county-wide planning policy
County -wide
Planning Policy Mayor Hallett reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department.
Councilman Nicholson moved to approve the second option as the only
meaningful UGA Policy No. 18 alternative for demarcation between urban and
rural densities. Councilman Wight seconded the motion.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 19, 1992
LEGISLATION: Councilman Wight expressed the opinion that the Council has no rational alternative
(Cont'd) but to support the second option; to do otherwise would ignore the intent of the
Growth Management Act legislation. A vote was taken on the motion which
Growth Management carried unanimously.
County-wide
Planning Policy (Cont'd)
ADJOURNMENT: The raeeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
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