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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 05/21/19911901 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington May 21, 1991 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to SPECIAL MEETING: order at 6:05 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Sargent, Councilmen Cornell, Hallett (Arrived at 6:10 p.m.), Lemon, Nicholson, Ostrowski and Wight. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, S. Brodhun, B. Collins, L. Glenn, K. Godbey, J. Pittis, B. Titus, B. Myers, G. Kenworthy, K. Ridout, S. Ilk, R. Veum, M. Hall, C. Jones and B. Coons. Public Present: B. Haselton, C. Shurland, L. Bell, and B. Cammack. DISCUSSION OF Manager Pomeranz asked that this item be deferred to the next meeting in that GOALS & the Notice of Special Meeting did not include the Goals & Objectives. OBJECTIVES: ADJOURN TO Mayor Sargent adjourned the meeting to Executive Session at 6:07 p.m. to discuss EXECUTIVE SESSION: matters of litigation for approximately one hour. RETURN TO OPEN The meeting returned to open session at 7:05 p.m. SESSION: CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to REGULAR SESSION: order at 7:11 p.m. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Pam Borough's Campfire Group. ALLEGIANCE: Members: Kyla Lind, Clara Rood, Emma Bankson and Erin Kane. APPROVAL OF Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of MINUTES: May 7, 1991, as written. Councilman Cornell seconded the motion. Planning Director Collins offered a correction to Page 4, Ordinance 2636, Finding #3 wherein reference is made to the Planning Commission conducting a public hearing on April 16, 1991. Finding #3 should, in fact, reflect a public hearing conducted by the City Council on that date. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously, approving the minutes as corrected. FINANCE: Progress Payment 1. Request for Progress Payment to Olympic Electn'c for 5th & Peabody Signal to Olympic of $3~ 035.39; Retainage of $1,984.62 Electric Councilman Hallett moved to authorize the progress payment to Olympic Electric for the 5th & Peabody Signal of $38,035.39, with $1,984.62 to retainage. The motion was seconded by Councihnan Cornell. Public Works Director Pittis submitted a status report on the signal construction at 5th & Peabody. He also reviewed the funding in that the project qualified for funds through the Federal Aid to Hazards Program to the level of 90 percent. The City is responsible for the payment of the remaining 10 percent. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. -1- 1902 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 FINANCE (Cont'd) Bike Patrol 2. Consideration off Proposal for "Bike Patrol Program" Program Due to the fact Officers Veum and Hall were present to display bicycles to be used for the Bike Patrol Program, Mayor Sargent moved Legislation Item No. 12 to this portion of the agenda. Captain Ilk reviewed for Council the intent of the program which includes creating a positive interaction with the City's youth who frequent the downtown area; providing immediate traffic control, when needed, during tourist season; and monitoring the Waterfront Trail. Officers Veum and Hall reviewed the training received for such a program and Captain Ilk noted that Sue Taylor, Pedal 'n Pack, had donated a bicycle for the program, and Rob Sorensen of Sorensen's had greatly discounted the other bicycle. The Police Department's initial request for the program funding was $2,000, but because of the donation, the request has been decreased to $1,600. Councilman Hallett moved to allocate funding to a maximum amount of $1,600 from General Fund Reserves in support of the "Bike Patrol Program" as presented. Councilman Nicholson seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Refuse 3. Consideration of Bid Award for Refuse Collection Vehicle Collection Vehicle Bids had been received for the replacement of a Solid Waste Division automated packer truck. After limited discussion, Councilman Cornell moved to reject the low bid of Western Peterbilt and Heil Co. for unacceptable exceptions to the specifications and to award the bid to the second iow bidder, Western Peterbilt and Rapid Rail in the amount of $118,571, including tax. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hallett and carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Lemon moved to accept the items listed on the Consent Agenda, as follows: (1) Request to call for bids for electrical materials and supplies for Railroad Avenue; (2) Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board (inclusive of recommendation from Police Department and City Clerk that Lover's Landing renewal not be granted); (3) Vouchers of $520,310.26; and (4) Payroll of 4/26/91 of $281,078.48. Councilman Wight seconded the motion. After limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. Mayor Sargent asked the City Clerk to be certain the liquor license renewal notice include the different classes being renewed. ITEMS FROM THE None. COUNCIL/AUDIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED/ PLACED ON THE AGENDA: LEGISLATION: Timber 1. Timber Disaster Response - Impacts on City Disaster Response Mayor Sargent reviewed one of the City's Goals & Objectives wherein the City is to identify a leadership role in addressing economic issues which impact the area and community. Impacts of the timber issue, the export of logs, the cutting on State land and the issue of the spotted owl threaten to close the forests and mills, as well as dramatically reduce the tax base and the City's ability to provide the services on which quality of life is based. The Department of Fish and Wildlife is conducting a hearing on Thursday, May 23, 1991, in Olympia. Written testimony on economic impacts will be accepted until June 5, 1991. Mayor Sargent indicated this is an excellent opportunity to provide public comment on the economic impacts; she urged Council to provide pertinent comments to Councilman Ostrowski who will be traveling to Olympia to provide testimony. Discussion ensued with Councilmembers discussing the various timber issues impacting the economy of the area. It was noted that this area is particularly ~mlnerable due to the ens4ronmental set asides for endangered species, the regulations on exports and the issue of the dams on the Elwha. -2- 1903 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd) Planning Commission 2. Planning Commission Minutes of May & 1991 Minutes, May 8, 1991 A. Shoreline Management Permit - SMA 91(05)114 - Port of Port Angeles, Ediz Hook Boat Launch: Request for a Permit to Allow Resurfacing of an Existing Boat Launch Ramp Shoreline Manage- The Port of Port Angeles submitted an application to resurface an existing boat ment Permit SMA launch ramp which includes removal of the existing asphalt cement surface and 91(05)114 laying down a new surface of portland cement. After limited discussion, Councilman Cornell moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Shoreline Management Permit SMA 91(05)114, citing the following Findings and Conclusions: Findings: (1) The proposal maintains physical access to the shoreline in an Urban Environment, using an existing facility ," on the northern edge of Ediz Hook; (2) No public resource agency has stated that the proposal would degrade the existing condition of marine resources in the area of the existing boat launch; (3) The subject property is identified as Heavy Industrial (M-2) by the Port Angeles Zoning Code. This zoning district allows boat havens and marinas as a permitted use; (4) The location of the proposal does not conflict with the future location of the Port Angeles Waterfront Trail and is identified as an area of public access by the unadopted Harbor Resource Management Plan; (5) The Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, Chapter 15.08 PAMC, requires that the Planning Commission provide notice and hold a public hearing on shoreline permit applications; (6) The Port of Port Angeles SEPA Responsible Official has issued the proposal a Determination of Non- Significance, which has been reviewed by the City of Port Angeles; (7) The subject property has been used as a boat launch for 26 years; (8) The City of Port Angeles provides approximately 200 vehicle and boat trailer parking spaces on the northern edge of Ediz Hook. Conclusions: (A) The proposal is consistent with the Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, Comprehensive Plan, and Zoning Code; (B) The proposal is consistent with the Waterfront Trail Plan and the Harbor Resource Management Plan; (C) Public notice and hearing, as required by the Shoreline Management Act, Chapter 90.58 RCW, has been done by the City of Port Angeles; (D) The Port's issuance of a categorical exemption for the proposal is final and fulfills the City's responsibilities under the State Environmental Policy Act, Chapter 43.21C RCW. Councilman Lemon seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Shoreline Manage- B. Shoreline Management Permit - SMA 91(05)115 - Daishowa merit Permit SMA America, Marine Drive at Ediz Hook: Request for a Permit to 91(05)115 Allow the Construction of a 145-car Parldng .drea in the Heavy Industn'al District Daishowa America submitted an application to construct a 1.3 acre, 145 vehicle parking lot to be located east of Marine Drive. The parking lot would provide parking solely for contractor employees. Mayor Sargent advised Council it is the recommendation of the Planning Department that a second condition be established requiring improvement of the parking lot to City standards for any use of the parking facility beyond the duration of the recycling facility construction. Lengthy discussion ensued concerning drainage, an oil/water separator, City standards for parking lots, the intended duration of the parking lot use and whether the lot would be used for construction projects beyond that of the recycling facility. Councilman Wight moved to approve Shoreline Management Permit SMA 91(05)115 in favor of Daishowa America to construct a 145 vehicle parking area in the M-2, Heavy Industrial District citing the following amended , Conditions, Findings and Conclusions: Conditions: (1) Submit parking lot plan to the Department of Public Works for approval; (2) If the lot is to be used for a duration beyond 24 months, it must be brought to City standards for a permanent lot; Findings: (1) The proposal is for construction of a 1.4 acre, 145- car parking lot, enclosed in with a 4-foot high chain, as contained in the one-sheet plan titled "Parking Lot and Access Road" dated received March 13, 1991; (2) The proposed parking lot is intended to be a temporary facility to provide parking for contractors involved with construction, repair, and other projects at the Daishowa Mill; (3) The subject property is identified as Heavy Industrial (M-2) by the Port Angeles Zoning Code; (4) The parking lot location does not conflict with the future location of the Port Angeles Waterfront Trail; (5) The Shoreline -3- 1904 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd) Management Program encourages, but does not require, parking facilities to be located away from the waterfront in industrial areas; (6) The Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, Chapter 15.08 PAMC, requires that the Planning Commission provide notice and conduct a public hearing on shoreline permit applications; (7) The City of Port Angeles SEPA Responsible Official has issued a Determination of Non-Significance for the proposal; Conclusions: (A) The proposal is consistent with the policies and regulations of the Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program; (B) The proposal is consistent with the policies and regulations of the Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code; (C) The proposal is consistent with the Waterfront Trail Plan; (D) The proposal will not be detrimental to the shorelines. Councilman Cornell seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Shoreline C. Shoreline Management Permit - SMA 91(05)116 - Daishowa Management /Onerica, Marine Drive at Ediz Hook: Request for a Permit to Permit - SMA Allow Improvements to be Made to a Shipping Dock, Replacement 91(05)116 of Paper Machine No. 3 Drive; Roll Handling Utgrade; and Firewater Pipeline Relocation in the M-2, Heavy Industrial Di. vtrict, on the C"tty's Waterfront Daishowa America submitted this application in order to accomplish various improvements which Planning Director Collins described as a material expansion. Discussion followed concerning the status of the Waterfront Trail through the Mill. Public Works Director Pittis submitted a status report on the Trail, noting efforts are underway to protect the safety of pedestrians, bike riders and mill workers. Completion will be realized by the end of the year and, hopefully, by the end of the summer. Councilman Lemon moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and to approve Shoreline Management Permit SMA 91 (05)116, citing the following Findings and Conclusions: Findings: (1) The proposal consists of: (a) modification at the shipping dock facilities; (b) an addition to the paper machine building to house an electrical paper drive; (c) an addition to the paper machine building to act as a roll handling facility; and (d) replacement of 320 feet of underground fire line; (2) The proposed modifications would not extend the mill operations beyond the existing heavy industrial use area into an area not currently used for heavy industry; (3) The Public Works Department has determined the proposal is exempt from the Flood Plain Management Ordinance; (4) The subject property is identified as Heavy Industrial (M-2) by the Port Angeles Zoning Code; (5) The location of the proposal does not conflict with the future location of the Port Angeles Waterfront Trail; (6) The Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, Chapter 15.08 PAMC, requires that the Planning Commission provide notice and conduct a public hearing on shoreline permit applications; (7) The City of Port Angeles SEPA Responsible Official has issued a Determination of Non-Significance for the proposal; (8) Proposed modifications (a), (b) and (c) in Finding No. 1 are subject to other City approvals, including but not necessarily limited to building permits; Conclusions: (A) Thc proposal is consistent with the Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, specifically General Regulations C.1, C.2, C.3, C.4; Land Use Element D.l.a. and D.2; and Natural Systems Elements E.2 and E.7.b; (B) The proposal is consistent with the policies and regulations of the Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code; (C) The proposal will not be detrimental to the shorelines; (D) The proposal is consistent with the Waterfront Trail Plan. Councilman Nicholson seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Shoreline D. Shoreline Management Permit- SMA 91(05)117- Austin, 400 Management Block Railroad /lvenue Extendetf' Request to Construct a Cyclone Permit- SMA Fence and Rockery Wall on Private Properly in the LI, Light 91(05)117 Industrial District on the City's Waterfront Messrs. Gerald Austin and Jack Glaubert submitted a request for a Shoreline Management Permit in order to accomplish the placement of a cyclone fence and construction of a rockery wall in an environmentally sensitive area located along the City's waterfront. Councilman Nicholson moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Shoreline Management Permit SMA 91(05)117, citing the following Conditions, Findings and Conclusions: Conditions; (A) Submit grading and drainage plan showing all -4- 1905 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd) proposed grading. Earthwork shall be limited to what is necessary to install fences and rock wall; (B) The proposed fence along the Peabody Street right-of- way may be constructed per modified fence plan (Exhibit "A"). No fence footings or rock walls may be located in any wetland area as delineated on the surveyed drawing signed by John Heal; (C) Obtain right-of-way use permit for placing a gate in the Vine Street right-of-way and for any work in the Peabody Street right- of-way; (D) Obtain a building permit for a rock wall over 4 feet in height; (E) The top of the east-west chain link fence shall not be higher than the top of the water pipeline; (F) File survey plot plan designating wetland area, per John Heal's study, with the County Auditor's Office; (G) A hydraulics permit must be obtained from the Department of Fisheries, if required by the Department of Fisheries; Findings: (1) The proposal is to install a 6-foot high cyclone fence and a rock wall ranging in height from 3 feet to 9 feet 5 inches; (2) The property contains a wetland covering .38 acres, as designated by Bionomics, Inc; (3) The property contains approximately 16,500 square-feet of land not designated wetlands by Bionomics, Inc; (4) The proposal will not result in any new use of the site, nor does it prepare the site for a particular use; (5) The purpose of the fencing/rock wall is to keep unauthorized persons off the property and to prevent erosion from the hillside; (6) The site abuts the City's Waterfront Trail, providing it with an aesthetically pleasing wetland, which also serves as wildlife habitat; Conclusions: (A) The proposal is consistent with the policies and regulations of the Port Angeles Shoreline Master Program, the Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan, and the Port Angeles Zoning Code; (B) Submittal of a grading plan to the City prior to doing any site work will ensure the existing site, including wetlands, will not be significantly disturbed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ostrowski. In the discussion that followed, it was noted the Planning Department recommended approval with a condition included that the rock wall shall not be constructed unless and until a development plan has been approved for the remainder of the site. Also, Council discussed the purpose of the fence and wall, whether the wetlands would be disturbed by such construction, whether vegetation would control any erosion, the rights of the property owners and methods of access for construction purposes. In response to an inquiry from Councilman Cornell as to seeking information from the applicant, Attorney Knutson indicated the appropriate means by which to obtain further information would be to conduct a public hearing. Consideration was given to regulations governing wetlands as set forth by a Hydraulic Permit process, as well as the Corps of Engineers. Implications of the Growth Management Act with respect to environmentally sensitive areas were also a matter of discussion. After lengthy discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which carried by a majority vote, with Councilmen Cornell and Hallett voting in opposition to the motion. D. Approval of Minutes Councilman Hallett moved to accept and place on file the Planning Commission minutes of May 8, 1991. The motion was seconded by Councilman Cornell and carried unanimously. BREAK Mayor Sargent recessed the meeting for a break at 8:50 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:02 p.m. LEGISLATION (Cont'd) Councilman Lemon moved to reconsider the action taken on Shoreline Management Permit SMA 91(05)117. Councilman Nicholson seconded the motion. Councilman Lemon explained the need to reconsider in that he felt it more appropriate for Council to consider the inclusion of the Planning Department's recommendation on the additional condition as to construction not occurring until the time a development plan has been approved. He indicated he was unclear as to the intent of the wall. Mayor Sargent suggested consideration of a public hearing. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. After limited discussion, Councilman Cornell moved to rescind the vote taken on the motion approving the Shoreline Management Permit. Councilman Lemon seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Councilman Cornell moved to set a public hearing on this matter for June 4, 1991. Councilman Lemon seconded the motion which carried by a majority vote, with Councilman Hallett voting in opposition. -5- 1906 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd) Proclamations 3. Proclamations: Public Works Week, May 21-26~ 1991 and National Cancer Sutton' Day, June 2, 1991 Mayor Sargent read a proclamation declaring the week of May 19 - 25, 1991, as Public Works Week. At this time, Public Works Director Pittis, immediate Past President of the Washington Chapter of APWA, presented the City Council with an APWA poster depicting environmental sensitivity and Washington's perspective of what Public Works contributes to the public. Mayor Sargent then declared Sunday, June 2, 1991, as National Cancer Survivors' Day. Standards for 4. Consideration of a Resolution Setting Standards for Certain Computer Computer Equipment Equipment Resolution No. 16-91 The City recently completed a process of calling for, evaluating and awarding bids for microcomputers, laptop computers, and laser printers. The brands and models of equipment chosen were Epson 386 microcomputers, AST 386 SX laptop computers, and Hewlett Packard LaserJet IIP printers. Establishing these brands and models of computer equipment as the City's standard would allow easier interchange among workstations, easier troubleshooting and maintenance and more cost effective purchasing of supplies. Future acquisition could also be facilitated. Should there be a need to acquire other brands or models for specific usage, the Information Systems Steering Committee would be authorized to allow exceptions. Mayor Sargent read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 16-91 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles designating particular brands and models as the City's standards for certain computer equipment. Councilman Wight moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hallett. In the ensuing discussion, Councilman Wight queried as to whether it would be valuable to establish a review date in view of technology changes which continue to occur. Manager Pomeranz felt it appropriate to have the Information Systems Steering Committee conduct an annual review and forward a recommendation to the City Council. Therefore, Councilman Wight offered an amendment to the motion that annual review would be added to the language of the Resolution; the amendment was acceptable to Councilman Hallett. A vote was then taken on the motion which carried unanimously. Parks Board 5. Consideration of Appointments to Parks Board Vacancies Council gave consideration to four candidates to fill two vacancies on the Parks Board: Jon Didrickson, Sue Packman, Nancy Martin and Pat McDonagh. In appointing an individual to Fill the unexpired term through March 1, 1993, Council '- conducted two roll call votes which resulted in no majority decision. The third roll call vote resulted in a unanimous selection of Pat McDonagh. For the full term vacancy expiring March 1, 1995, Council conducted a roll call vote with Mayor Sargent and Councilmen Nicholson, Ostrowski, and Cornell casting votes for Nancy Martin. Councilmen Wight and Hallett cast votes for Sue Packman and Councilman Lemon cast a vote for Jon Didrickson. The appointment, by majority vote, was Nancy Martin. -6- 1907 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd) 6. Cons'uteration of Ordinance Revising Salaries of Elective Officers Salary Revisions for Elective Mayor Sargent read the Ordinance by title, entitled Officials ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, revising salaries for the elective officers of the City of Port Angeles and repealing Ordinance No. 2367. Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, and to authorize publication by summary. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wight. , In the following discussion, Councilman Wight indicated previous consideration had also been given to recognition of Councilmembers, a matter which has not been actively pursued. Further, he expressed the opinion that a type of identification card might be appropriate. Councilman Ostrowski felt it inappropriate for Council salaries to be increased at this time in view of the current economic situation. Councilman Cornell questioned the need for payment at all, as serving on the City Council is a public service. Councilman Hallett supported the salary increase noting the increase being considered is still too low. Councilman Wight felt there was a case to be made in those instances where serving on the City Council might result in a negative cash flow due to expenses incurred. Councilman Hallett noted Councilmembers could opt to not accept payment; that could be a personal choice. Councilman Lemon noted his opposition to the increase. A vote was taken on the motion with Councilmen Hallett, Wight and Nicholson voting in favor. Councilmen Ostrowski, Lemon and Cornell and Mayor Sargent voted in opposition to the motion. The Ordinance was, therefore, not adopted. Mayor Sargent indicated she, too, was not in favor of the salary increase because of the current economic situation. By consensus, it was agreed the matter of Council recognition would be placed on the next agenda for consideration. Employee 7. Presentation of "Employee Suggestion Program" (ESP) and Consideration Suggestion of a Resolution Adopting the Program Program - Resolution City Manager Pomeranz reviewed the nature of the proposed Employee No. 17-91 Suggestion Program, noting the intent of the program is to actively encourage innovation and creativity among City employees and to recognize those ideas which result in improvements to the internal operations of the City. An evaluation committee would be established to review all suggestions and determine the cost savings or value relative to productivity changes. Incentives for employees include cash awards or awards for employee training. Mayor Sargent read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 17-91 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, adopting an Employee Suggestion Program. Councilman Ostrowski moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman Wight seconded the motion and offered a friendly amendment wherein elected officials would be excluded from the Employee Suggestion Program. Councilman Ostrowsld accepted the friendly amendment and a vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. -7- 1908 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd) 8. Cons~n of an Amendment to R. W. Beck Contract for Landfill Design Amendment to R.W. Beck Public Works Director Pittis reported on the proposed amendment to the contract Contract - with R.W. Beck, noting the City is dealing with certain issues which were not Landfill anticipated at the time of the last amendment. The engineering consultant has incurred design and construction costs outside those covered by the current contract. During the course of discussions on these changes, Public Works has been successful in reducing the proposed amendment by $44,760.00 to a net agreement increase of $111,846.00. Councilmembers questioned the validity of some of the increases as it was felt certain increases must be expected as part of doing business and should not necessarily be the responsibility of the City. City Engineer Kenworthy advised the Council he is comfortable with the content of the amendment. After limited discussion, Councilman Ostrowski moved to authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 4 which increases R.W. Beck's contract with the City for design and construction services by $111,846.00 to a total of $634,371.00. Councilman Wight seconded the motion. In the discussion that followed, Director Pittis indicated approximately $68,000 will be obtained from Solid Waste reserves for this project for such matters as raising the height of the landfill. In addition, he advised Council he would be prepared with information for the next Council meeting as to the finance costs being out of skew. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously Councilman Hallett moved to continue with the agenda. The motion was seconded by Councilman Lemon and carried unanimously. Industrial 9. Consideration ora ResolutionApproving Issuance of Nonrecourse Development Development Revenue Bonds by Industrial Development Corporation of the Revenue Bonds - Port of Pon Angeles for the Benefit of Daishowa ~4rnerica Ltd. Daishowa - Resolution The Port of Port Angeles created a public corporation which authorized the No. 18-91 issuance of nonrecourse revenue bonds to finance the acquisition, construction and equipping of a new solid waste facility for de-inking newsprint for the benefit of Daishowa America. One of the preliminary approvals which must be gained is from the City of Port Angeles in that it has planning jurisdiction over the project. Mayor Sargent read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 18-91 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles approving the issuance of nonrecourse industrial development revenue bonds of the Industrial Development Corporation of the Port of Port Angeles for the benefit of Daishowa America Co., Ltd. pursuant to RCW 39.84.060. Councilman Ostrowski moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hallett. In the following discussion, Councilman Wight indicated his interest in learning more about this process as a - possibility for the City. Attorney Knutson responded it may be possible for Bond Counsel to make a presentation to the City Council in this regard. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. -8- 1909 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd) Pharmacy Services 10. Consideration of Extension to Pharmacy Services Contract Contract Extension Councilman Hallett moved to approve an extension of the agreement with Jim's Pharmacy covering 1991-93, a two-year extension, and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nicholson. Councilman Lemon moved to table the item to the second meeting in June. Councilman Cornell seconded the motion; however, Councilman Lemon subsequently withdrew his motion. Councilman Lemon explained to Council that other pharmacies in town are interested in this particular contract and are interested in pursuing open competition with a fee structure incorporated. It was Councilman Lemon's intent to offer the opportunity to all pharmacies. A lengthy discussion followed involving the history of the contract, the bidding practices and the possibility of having other pharmacies make presentations to Council as to the services they could offer. A vote was taken on the motion with Councilmen Nicholson, Hallett and Ostrowski voting in favor of the motion. Councilmen Wight, Cornell, Lemon and Mayor Sargent voted in opposition to the motion. The motion, therefore, failed. Councilman Lemon moved to place this matter on the agenda for the second meeting in June, at which time the vendors could be present to make presentations to Council. Mayor Sargent, at this time, suggested a couple of City Councilmembers and appropriate staff meet with these vendors and return to Council with a recommendation. Councilman Lemon accepted this suggestion and withdrew his motion. By consensus, the City Council agreed that a committee comprised of Councilmen Lemon and Hallett, the City Manager, the Human Resources Manager and the Risk Manager meet with the vendors to formulate a recommendation to be submitted to Council. Human Resources Manager Coons reminded Council of the current labor agreements in place which contain clauses pertinent to employee payments based on dollar value of pharmacy items. These agreements cannot be renegotiated at this time. License Agreement 11. Rxquest for Authorization for Mayor to Sign License Agreement for Law for Law Enforcement, Enforcement, Dispatch and Records Software Dispatch and Records Software The software selected to serve the multi-jurisdictional needs for computer assisted dispatch and police and fire records systems for the City-County dispatch and records consolidation is provided by Diversified Computer Systems, Inc., which has been designated by Council as the sole source vendor for public safety software. The software license agreement associated with this project requires the signature of the Mayor. Councilman Cornell moved to authorize the Mayor to Sign the License Agreement with Diversified Computer Systems, Inc. for the combined City-County records dispatch and records system. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wight and carried unanimously. Expense Payments - 12. Consideration of a Resolution Establishing a Policy for Payment of M~tnimal City Functions - Expenses at Certain City Functions Resolution No. 19-91 Mayor Sargent reviewed the proposed resolution establishing a policy for payment of expenses for certain City functions wherein funds shall have been budgeted and shall not exceed $250.00 per function. Mayor Sargent read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 19-91 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, establishing a policy for payment of minimal expenses at certain City functions. -9- 1910 CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 21, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd) Expense Payments- Councilman Nieholsou moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. The City Functions - motion was seconded by Councilman Cornell and carried unanimously. Resolution No. 19-91 (Cont'd) Set Utility 13. Request for Council to Set a Utility Advisory Committee (UAC) Meetingfor Advisory Committee Early June to Discuss Electric Rates, Electromagnetic Fields and Sewer Meeting Rates Council scheduled a meeting of the Utility Advisory Committee to discuss electric rates, electromagnetic fields and sewer rates. The meeting was set for Monday, June 10, 1991, at 4:00 p.m. CITY COUNCIL Councilman Lemon reported the Committee on Innovative Housing is preparing COMMITTEE a draft proposal to be submitted to Council in the near future. REPORTS/LATE ITEMS: Councilman Wight indicated he will not be present at the next Council meeting. In addition, he indicated the County Health Advisory Board will want to meet with the Utility Advisory Committee on the matter of fluoridation. Further, he expressed the opinion that the City may wish to monitor the closing of the mental health wing at the hospital to determine the impact on the City residents. Mayor Sargent reported on her attendance at a meeting with the Timber Task Force concerning the removal of the dams on the Elwha. The Mayor provided a great deal of input as to the City's position on this matter. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 11:05 p.m. Cle--rk <~ ~q - CC.215 -10-