HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/02/1987I CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Whidden called the meeting to order at 7:04 P.M.
II ROLL CALL
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Public Present: C. Alexander, D. Quast, E. Saar, H. Berglund, D.
Furqueron, S. Watson.
III MINUTES
Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file the May 19, 1987,
City Council minutes. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman Stamon noted
two minor corrections to the minutes on Register Page 746, paragraph 2,
Item 7, line 5, the word "and" should be replaced with "who She also
noted on Register Page 747, Item VIII, a sentence which needed to be added
to the end of the first paragraph reading; "Councilman Hesla felt it should
be a high priority."
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Councilman Hesla noted on etister Page 746, Item 8, the .sentence
should read, "Councilman 8 anion reported that Councilman f is�l Co mmittee
Chairman has been On call for the question, the motion carried.
IV FINANCE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Port Angeles, Washington
June 2, 1987
Mayor Whidden, Councilmen Hallett, Hesla, McPhee, Quast,
Schermer, Stamon.
None. (Councilman Hesla left the meeting following Item
VII -5 -C.)
Manager Flodstrom, Attorney Knutson, D. Fortner, P. Carr,
M. Cleland, R. Orton, S. Brodhun, L. Glenn, J. Pittis,
D. Wolfe, A. Rose, H. Hutchison, L. Cochrun, K. Curtis,
T. Gallagher.
1. Riddell, Williams Bill Approved
Councilman Hallett moved to approve payment of the May 18, 1987, Riddell,
Williams bill in the amount of $1,318.16 for ongoing WPPSS litigation.
Councilman Stamori seconded and the motion carried.
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2. Bids for One Loader /Backhoe Awarded to Machinery Components Company
Incorporated and One Lift Truck Awarded to NC Machinery
Councilman Schermer moved to award bid no. A -1, one loader /backhoe to
Machinery Components Co., Inc. in the amount of $26,934.00 including tax.
He moved further to award bid no. B -2, one lift truck, to NC Machinery
Company in the amount of $18,362.95 including tart. Councilman Stamon
seconded noting for the public's information that bid No. A -1 is being
awarded to the next lowest bidder rather than the lowest bidder because the
specifications are better on the next lowest bid. Councilman Hallett noted
that on bid No. B -2, the lowest bidder is not the recipient of that bid as
exceptions were taken to the specifications also. On call for the
question, the motion carried.
3. Bids for Replacement of Cemetery Shop All Bids Rejected
Councilman Hallett moved the Council reject all of the three bids on the
Cemetery shop. Councilman Hesla seconded. Council and staff briefly
discussed the staff's consideration of completing the job in -house versus
contracting it out. During discussion, Manager Flodstrom pointed out that
decision had not been made final yet. On call for the question, the motion
carried.
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7 4. Retainage Released to National Electric Company on Transformer
Retrofill Contract
Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendation of the Light
Department and authorize payment of the 10% retainage in the amount of
$4,836.99 to National Electric Incorporated. Councilman McPhee seconded.
Councilman Stamon informed the public that it cost the City of Port Angeles
$48,369.86 to retrofill three transformers that happened to be contaminated
with PCBs. She stated this was another ongoing toll in the types of costs
for these types of things. Councilman Hallett discussed with Light
Director Orton liabilities involved. Following discussion, on call for the
question, the motion carried.
V CONSENT AGENDA Approved
Councilman Schermer moved to accept the items listed under the Consent
Agenda as follows: (1) Request progress payment to Fremont Construction
for work on new City Hall of $477,693.09; (2) Request for payment to Avon
Construction of $9,152.95 for culvert cleaning project; (3) Request for
payment to Del Hur for work on Race Street Project of $59,653.06; (4)
Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; (5) Vouchers of
$1,234,240.57; (6) Payroll of 5/17/87 of $230,617.54. Councilman Quast
seconded and the motion carried.
VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA
Hattie Berglund, 1834 West Seventh Street, brought up the topic of the
Waterfront Trail at Crown Zellerbach (now James River). She requested an
update on the status. She asked for a report from the Planning Director
and the option to comment. She also expressed concern that the City of
Port Angeles was receiving 42% services and was paying 60% for Human
Services. She stated that phasing this out over a two or three year period
was allowing too long for other municipalities to pick up their share of
the costs. Mayor Whidden announced there would be a meeting tomorrow night
and invited Mrs. Berglund to attend. City Planner Carr then briefly up-
dated the Council and audience on the status of the Waterfront Trail.
Councilman Stamon noted for the record that City Planner Carr, at the
direction of the City Council, had been placing high priority on review of
several ordinances. It was her understanding that James River was continu-
ing with their plan to do revetment work in July and that their portion of
the Trail will be constructed at that time, as agreed upon.
Carl Alexander, 1712 West Fifth Street, addressed the Council, noting con-
cern that tonight's agenda did not include the topic of the City Hall and
its budget status. Councilmembers noted this item was included in
tonight's Information Agenda; then decided to place the item as number 5 -B
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Councilman Hesla recommended placing Item No. 9 to Item 5 -C for considera-
tion prior to the Council's break, as he would be leaving the meeting at
that time.
VII LEGISLATION
1. Presentation of Water Distribution Specialist I Certificate to Kevin
Curtis
Mayor Whidden presented the award to Mr. Curtis, with congratulations.
2. Public Hearings
A. Regulations for Flood Plain Management Ordinance Adopted
Mayor Whidden opened the public hearing and asked for comments. Public
Works Director Pittis provided information, explaining that these revisions
were required by the Federal Government due to changes that have occurred
in the National Flood Insurance Program. Mayor Whidden again asked for
comments from the audience; there were none; he therefore closed the public
hearing and read the Ordinance by title, entitled,
ORDINANCE NO. 2444
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles
amending regulations for flood plain
management, and amending Ordinance 2091
and Chapter 15.12 of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code.
B. Property Declared Surplus South End of Regent Street
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Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Council-
man Stamon seconded and the motion carried.
Mayor Whidden opened the public hearing and asked for comments. Public
Works Director Pittis again addressed the Council, explaining the back-
ground on the Public Works Department's recommendation to declare the
property surplus. There being no further comments, Mayor Whidden closed
the public hearing.
Councilman Quast inquired about the diameters of the proposed turnaround
and the status of the proposed L.I.D. in the area. Councilman Schermer
moved to accept the recommendation of the Public Works Department to
declare the property at the south end of Regent Street surplus and auth-
orize the Mayor to sign the deed from the City to the Laymans in exchange
for a deed from the Laymans. Councilman Stamon seconded. During discus-
sion, Councilman Quast amended the motion that there be an agreement by the
Laymans in order to facilitate the deed exchange that there is no opposi-
tion to the forthcoming L.I.D. Following discussion at length, on call for
the question, the motion carried.
Attorney Knutson pointed out that the deed could be drafted requiring no
opposition to the L.I.D. by future owners also. Councilman McPhee indi-
cated concern. He felt it didn't look like the City was getting as much as
it was giving.
Public Works Director Pittis explained to Councilman McPhee which areas
were proposed for exchange. Councilmen Stamon and Schermer concurred with
Councilman Quast's amendment. On call for the question, the motion
carried.
Councilman Schermer discussed with staff the determining factor for votes
in approving an L.T.D. Staff explained that votes were determined by
assessed value of property owned and that by not opposing an L.I.D., a
party was deemed to have voted for said L.I.D.
3. Planning Commission Minutes of May 27, 1987
Councilman Quast moved to accept and place on file the Planning Commission
minutes of May 27, 1987. Councilman McPhee seconded and the motion
carried.
Councilman Quast inquired of Planner Carr if the Planning Commission could
require written explanation of a decision from the Board of Adjustment and
discussed with staff the possibility of a hearings examiner. Manager
Flodstrom stated that a hearings examiner would not be cost effective for
the City to utilize on its own and would need to be looked at jointly with
the County.
4. Petition Requesting Annexation Myren A- 87(5)1 Set Public Hearing
Mayor Whidden reviewed the issue, the petition for annexation of approxi-
mately 12.7 acres east of the east City limits, north of U.S. Highway 101
submitted by Bud Myren. Councilman Quast moved to set a public hearing for
June 16, 1987, to consider the annexation request. Councilman Hallett
seconded. Upon inquiry by Councilman Schermer, Manager Flodstrom explained
that there was another property owner for this area by the name of William
Froude who is currently a resident of Panama but is aware of the annexation
and supports it. Planner Carr outlined for the Council the area of the
proposed annexation.
Councilman Quast noted concern over a non engineered filled area and the
potential of inheriting liabilities. Manager Flodstrom stated that con-
cerns with regard to the fill could be addressed during the building permit
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process and conditions related to said fill. He stated a soils analysis
could be required as a condition for issuance of building permits. Follow-
ing discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried.
5. Presentation by Port Angeles Police Department Drug Abuse /Resistance
Education Program
Police Chief Cleland explained that this program was going to be offered
beginning at the fifth grade level to all students of School District #121.
He stated the program teaches them refusal skills and other things. Chief
Cleland then introduced Terry Gallagher, the officer administering the
program.
Officer Gallagher reported on the Drug Abuse /Resistance (DARE) Program,
which stemmed from a belief on the part of Chief Darryl Gates of the Los
Angeles Police Department and most other police professionals in this
country that the traditional methods of teaching kids about drugs were in-
effective. He indicated that one of the key components of this curriculum
was to elevate the age of experimentation with drugs, thereby decreasing
the risk of the development of a drug dependency. He stated that the core
curriculum is taught at the fifth grade level, which is generally the
senior level at an elementary school. He stated the reason for teaching at
this level was because these children are still somewhat attached to the
home, they will accept the fact that a police officer has a certain amount
of credibility, and they have not yet been subjected to the peer pressure
they will get in the sixth, seventh, and higher grades. He stated that
certain segments of the program could be taken to kindergarten through
fourth grades or to seventh grade on up to ninth grade. He stated this is
what he had done recently at Roosevelt School. He stated next year the
plan was to take it to the elementary school. Officer Gallagher then
presented a video portion of the seventeen -hour class program.
Following the film, Officer Gallagher explained that FBI statistics show
70% of the crime in this country is drug related and that the emphasis of
the DARE program is not to educate children necessarily about drugs, but to
change their attitude toward drugs. He indicated the program needed to get
community leaders involved to show the students that the community is
behind them. He also stated the program needs to get service clubs
involved and that he would be speaking to the PTA to get parents involved.
He stated it needs to be a group effort in order to be successful. Mayor
Whidden felt it would be a very excellent program. Councilman Stamon
commended Officer Gallagher.
5 -B. City Hall Funding
Public Works Director Pittis summarized information that had been included
in the Council's information packet this evening. He explained that this
was based on information currently available to the Public Works Depart-
ment. The information outlined three change orders to date and summarized
the total cost of those change orders, as well as provided a new projected
total for project completion.
Councilman Stamon thanked the Public Works Departme4t for the report, feel-
ing that it had taken a great deal of time to prepare. Councilman McPhee
asked how much over the projected cost the project might go. The projected
cost to complete the entire project was now $3,456,562.07. Councilman
McPhee noted that the project was $1 million over the original $2.4 million
less approximately $80,000 for the pool. Mayor Whidden indicated that this
completion cost included the City Hall, the Vern Burton Memorial Community
Center, the landscaped mall, the pool and pool repairs. He stated this
amount was not all for City Hall.
Councilman McPhee debated the issue with Manager Flodstrom and Councilmem-
bers. Councilman McPhee stated he would have prepared a statement had this
item been placed on the regular agenda. Councilman Hallett responded that
Councilmembers are free to discuss any items included in the Information
Agenda. He felt this was not a valid reason for not preparing a statement.
Councilman McPhee then made reference to the recent amendment to Council
Rules of Procedure requiring Council approval to add items to the table.
Councilman McPhee asked that if, in the future, he discovered something
wrong, he could bring the topic up and have as much time as he needed to
discuss it. He asked Councilman Hallett if this was all right. Coun-
cilman McPhee then asked if other Councilmembers realized beforehand that
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the project was going to be $3.5 million. Mayor Whidden corrected Council-
man McPhee, stating that new the projected cost to complete the City Hall
was $2,793,749.32.
Mayor Whidden then invited Mr. Alexander to respond from the audience.
Mr. Alexander understood that going over the 5% cost overrun figure in the
bid specifications was not that big of a deal. He stated 5% was a very low
projection. He felt it should be discussed if the project was going to go
over that figure because the project should not be designed to go over its
own budget. He felt that was not good business practice. He then asked if
the 5% was going to be exceeded, what the percentage was going to be.
Councilman Quast outlined occurrences with the project and felt if the
project stayed within 10% it would be doing very well. Mr. Alexander
concurred and asked the Council for some assurance that the project was
going to remain under 10 Councilman Quast answered that was the City
Council's strategy. He felt the public would be very pleased with the
project. He stated he would be pleasantly surprised if the project was
opened for a September meeting, but doubted that would be the case. He
further stated that this was the first City Hall that had been built
specifically as a City Hall, designed purposefully for the management and
the pride of the City.
Councilman Stamon requested Public Works Director Pittis give his best
feeling as to whether the project would remain within the 10% contingency.
Public Works Director Pittis explained unanticipated changes that had
occurred to date and the projected cost for completing the entire project,
which was the amount listed earlier. He stated we would know more about
that as we get telephone bids, etc., back; but that based on information we
have today, the project was at 8
Councilman McPhee inquired about the numbers of colors of paint. Council-
man Hallett, in wrapping up the discussion, expressed his pleasure with the
progress that has gone on, with what the staff has done, and with the
dollar figure in front of him. He felt that when the project is completed,
we'll have something we can be proud of and he would not take a back seat
on this at all. He felt we were doing great.
Councilman McPhee stated he was pleased that the facility is larger than
the smaller size he said it shouldn't be. He was pleased that his figures
were correct, that this building and the ancillary projects were far more
than $2.4 million. He was disappointed that we didn't have the automatic
doors for the handicapped. He felt that if Tradewell or Safeway could
afford these types of doors for their customers, we should be able to
afford it for our citizens.
Councilman Quast pointed out for Mr. Alexander that the Council does have
some concerns. He pointed out his concern with the heating system. He
stated that the architect had hired a sub contractor for the heating system
and our Light Department has a very excellent conservation staff which had
not been utilized. He stated the Council had hoped this firm would put a
grant application together so that we would get some $100,000 to have the
building analyzed for the latest state -of- the -art in terms of conservation.
He stated that was apparently not done in a manner s/that was appropriate,
because the grant was not received. He felt our own Conservation Division
from City Light could have been somewhat more involved. He was particu-
larly concerned that there were no double doors at the entrances.
5 -C. Consideration of Revised Loan Agreement With Lincoln Landing
Developers
Councilman Hesla moved Council authorize the Mayor to sign the contract
amendment with Waterfront Associates. Councilman Schermer seconded.
Councilman Hallett inquired as to what had been done in the last two months
since this was brought up. Manager Flodstrom provided information on
occurrences and asked Administrative Services Director Wolfe to explain
further. Councilman Hallett specified his concern, as he had opposed the
amendment to the original agreement, specifically, that he wanted to see
some progress in 60 days to show sincerity on the part of the developer.
Administrative Services Director Wolfe explained that improvements had been
made in the atrium of the mall and that one of the current tenants is
expanding out to the atrium area. He explained that two other items have
been negotiated, which he was not at liberty to discuss, and that they had
also decided to create a public meeting area. In this short period of
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time, he felt that these were some significant steps. Manager Flodstrom
stated this had occurred, although the developers had not signed the
agreement and was not sure why the agreement had not been signed to date.
He noted that the project was also in arrears and supported Administrative
Services Director Wolfe's stand that the agreement be signed only when the
developers were current on all payments. Upon inquiry by Mayor Whidden,
Administrative Services Director Wolfe stated that the agreement had now
been signed by the developers.
Councilman McPhee voiced concern over the term of the amendment and felt
the City should require a promissory note. During discussion, Attorney
Knutson explained that during the negotiation, it was decided that a
promissory note would not be sought by the City. He stated at this point
in time the City could require a promissory note, and he would be more
comfortable with that, but that it was not a necessity.
The motion carried, with Councilmen McPhee and Hallett voting "No
BREAK
The meeting was adjourned for a break at 9:13 P.M. The meeting returned to
open session at 9:29 P.M.
Councilman Hesla left the meeting during break and was not present for the
remainder of the meeting.
6. Revised Public Defender Contract Authorized
Attorney Knutson recommended one change on page 1, the fifth line from the
bottom, changing wording in the sentence to read for cases filed by
the City after April 30, 1987 He explained the reasons for the
change.
Councilman McPhee moved to authorize the Mayor to execute the contract, as
amended, for Public Defender services. Councilman Hallett inquired as to
the net difference in terms of impact to our budget. Attorney Knutson
stated this is difficult to answer, but probably we would be paying a
quarter of what we were paying before, or less, in terms of Public Defender
costs. He deferred to the City Manager the impact of the revision of the
Criminal Code in terms of the budget. Manager Flodstrom answered this
would also be in the area of 25 Following discussion, on call for the
question, the motion carried.
7. Out -of -State Travel Authorized for Administrative Services Employee
Councilman Quast moved to grant permission for out -of -State travel to allow
attendance at an advanced maintenance workshop for the FMC Vanguard 3000
sweeper in Pomona, California. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion
carried.
8. Sole Source Resolution for Data Processing Equipment Passed
Mayor Whidden read the Resolution by title, entitled
RESOLUTION NO. 12 -87
A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles
designating the Hewlett Packard Corporation
and Hewlett Packard equipment dealers as
sole sources for acquisition of main computer
peripheral equipment and additional central
processing unit(s) (CPUs) to be operated in
tandem with the existing CPU, and declaring
an exception to normal bidding procedures.
Councilman Schermer moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Coun-
cilman Stamon seconded. Councilman Hallett pointed out that the title of
the Resolution allowed for purchase of a singular CPU and should read to
allow acquisition of additional CPUs. Attorney Knutson agreed that we
could change the title to reflect the plural and it would not change the
legal consequences. The Council concurred to revise the title of the
Resolution to read additional central processing unit(s)
Councilman McPhee asked if Hewlett Packard was compatible with IBM software
yet. Administrative Services Director Wolfe explained that Hewlett Packard
micro computers are IBM compatible. However, with mainframes, this was not
the case and he explained further that the City had not purchased software
for a number of years. Councilman McPhee expressed concern that the City
has a system that is not IBM compatible. Administrative Services Director
Wolfe then presented information supporting the City's decision to utilize
the Hewlett Packard system. Councilman McPhee stated that he was not
saying that the City was wrong in staying with Hewlett Packard, but if one
goes back and looks at the history of data processing in this City, we have
had some problems because of the unavailability of programs. Councilman
Quast suggested Councilman McPhee contact previous Councilmember John
Hordyk to discuss the reasons behind the recommended purchase of the
Hewlett Packard system by the Committee that he chaired. Councilman
Hallett emphasized the need not to confuse opinion with facts. He empha-
sized the accomplishments the City has had with the system, specifically
the development of computerized dispatch. Police Chief Cleland also voiced
his approval of the system.
Following further discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried
with Councilman McPhee voting "No
10. Participation in Power Supply Option Study Authorized
Light Director Orton pointed out a typing error, that the last line should
read a range of $1,000 to $2,500 Councilman Quast moved to
concur with the request and authorize the City Light Director to sign the
agreement, subject to the City Attorney's review. Councilman Stamon noted
that this type of thing was being considered at a cost of about $24,000 and
this would enable us to obtain the same services for 10% of the cost.
Councilman Schermer seconded. Following discussion, on call for the
question, the motion carried.
11. Resolution Passed Setting Date for Public Hearing on Six -Year
Transportation Plan
Mayor Whidden read the Resolution by title, entitled
RESOLUTION NO. 13 -87
A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles
setting a public hearing date for review
of its Six Year Comprehensive Street
Program.
Councilman Hallett moved to pass the Resolution as read by title, setting
the public hearing for June 16, 1987. Councilman McPhee seconded.
Councilman McPhee asked how flexible this plan was. Public Works Director
Pittis explained that the six -year plan is required by State law but that
the Council could, at any time they desire, by holding another public
hearing, modify the plan. On call for the question, the motion carried.
12. Proclamation Flag Day June 14, 1987
Mayor Whidden proclaimed June 14, 1987, as Flag Day in Port Angeles and
urged all citizens of Port Angeles to pause at 4:00 P.M., Pacific Time, on
this date for the eighth annual "Pause for the Pledge" and recite with all
Americans the Pledge of Allegiance to our Flag and Nation. Upon inquiry by
Councilman Stamon, Mayor Whidden confirmed there was going to be an
activity at the City Pier at 4:00 P.M. on June 14th.
13. Welcome to Grange Convention June 15 Through 19, 1987
Mayor Whidden proclaimed this community welcome to all conventioneers and
urged our citizens to join in welcoming the Grange Convention to Port
Angeles and in recognizing the promotion of family through Grange community
oriented programs and families.
VIII CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS /LATE ITEMS
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Councilman Hallett thanked staff for some background information on a
proposed street vacation. He commented on some information Dick Wight had
put together from his attendance on the Waterfront Revitalization
Conference. He also thanked staff for their summary on what had been done
with regard to secondary treatment.
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Councilman Stamon also commented on Mr. Wight's report on the Waterfront
Revitalization for Smaller Communities Conference in Ocean Shores. She
felt it was absolutely terrific and asked that we send a letter from the
Mayor expressing our appreciation for this. She felt it was very helpful
and wished that reports of this nature could be received from other
Commission members who attended particular conferences. She suggested
considering the recommendation that informational signs be placed along the
Waterfront with regard to salmon- rearing pens, British Petroleum, etc. She
also referred to a memo from the City Manager regarding an incident that
had occurred relative to the new transvenous pacemaker where the Hospital
had called upon the Port Angeles Fire Department's Paramedics to assist
them utilizing this new piece of equipment, as they were not certified
themselves to utilize the pacemaker. The result was to avert possible
severe complications with a heart patient. She again thanked the Fire
Department, the crew, and the kind gentleman who donated that piece of
equipment to the City. She referred to information from minutes of a
recent EDC meeting on infrastructure included on industrial property, and
hoped that EDC would really start working on a solution to being able to
provide infrastructure for this property.
Councilman Schermer felt that the information on the amount of property
with infrastructure might not be accurate, and listed particular areas he
was aware of that did have utilities already installed. Manager Flodstrom
felt that it was particularly difficult for a community of this size to
spend a great deal of money providing infrastructure to entice industry
when there was industrial land with infrastructure not being used.
Councilman Stamon felt the County -wide plan for development should be
worked on. Councilman Schermer emphasized the need for better communica-
tion.
Councilman Quast thanked the people at Pisces for beautifying the two
planters on Railroad Avenue. He hoped that others were coming along too.
Upon inquiry by Councilman Quast, Parks Recreation Director Brodhun
explained that repair on the neon lights at the fountain had stopped for
the time being. Manager Flodstrom explained that a proposal had been
developed by the Parks Recreation Director and the Parks Superintendent
for lighting the fountain, and once the proposal and cost estimates were
completed, he would take that proposal to the Downtown Association.
Councilman Quast then inquired about information listed on a City Hall
change order. Public Works Director Pittis explained the information was
regarding cardreaders for electronic locks for specific rooms in the new
City Hall, as well as the vault, etc. He stated this had not been
included; however, the conduit for this type of a system had been included
in consideration' of future implementation. Public Works Director Pittis
explained that this type of system improved security by providing informa-
tion on what time individuals entered a room, who entered, who left, etc.
This information is maintained on a personal computer.
Councilman Schermer reported on a meeting of the Parking Committee.
Manager Flodstrom explained that Budget Rent -A -Car with their administra-
tion of the Downtown lot, would have the option for longer than two -hour
parking and less than all day parking. Councilman Schermer also reported
that Councilman Stamon and he would be spending a full day on Friday at a
transit workshop at Lake Crescent. Upon inquiry by Councilman Quast,
Police Chief Cleland answered that parking is not enforced after 5:00 and
that open parking is available at that time.
Councilman Stamon indicated concern over the status of funding for the
Chamber of Commerce Fourth of July display and asked when the yard sale
being conducted by the Volunteer Firefighters was. Fire Chief Glenn
answered it was this Saturday.
Mayor Whidden stated that a representative was needed for the June 14th
Flag Day celebration.
Mayor Whidden asked Manager Flodstrom about the status of railroad cross-
ings at three intersections on Marine Drive. Manager Flodstrom answered
that a letter had been sent to Chicago, Milwaukee Railroad but no response
had yet been received.
Mayor Whidden announced that flowers had been sent to Mayor Dinan of Sequim
from the Port Angeles City Council, as Mr. Dinan had been hospitalized.
Manager Flodstrom explained that bids had been received on the NACO Camp-
ground membership authorized for sale by the City Council previously. The
membership had been a part of the Esther Webster Estate, and provided the
recommendation of the Parks Recreation Department. Councilman Stamon
moved to concur with the Parks Recreation Department's recommendation and
award the membership to Jan Roden, who was the highest bidder, for the
amount of $2,700. Councilman Hallett seconded. Following discussion on
the cost and whether or not this was a reasonable price, on call for the
question, the motion carried.
Manager Flodstrom confirmed departure and arrival times, as well as regis-
tration confirmations with Councilmembers attending the Association of
Washington Cities convention in Yakima.
Manager Flodstrom also referred to a letter he had received from Operation
Uplift, asking if they could utilize the old Hospice headquarters, for
their headquarters for a period of six months or longer, beginning July
1st. Councilman Schermer moved to authorize Operation Uplift to occupy the
old Hospice building for a six -month period and authorized the City
Attorney to draw up an agreement. Councilman Stamon seconded, with the
understanding that the agreement would come back to the next City Council
meeting for authorization of the Mayor's signature. The motion carried.
Manager Flodstrom then provided information on the proposed expansion of
the Red Lion Inn and on Gund Plaza.
The Council then scheduled a UAC meeting for June 9, 1987, at 4:00 P.M. in
the City Council Chambers, to consider further the proposed renewal of the
Telecable franchise.
IX ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
The meeting was adjourned to executive session at 10:21 P.M. for the
purpose of discussing pending litigation and real estate. The estimated
length of the executive session was 15 minutes.
X RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
The meeting returned to open session at approximately 10:40 P.M.
XI ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 10:42 P.M.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 2, 1987