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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/14/2005 5669 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington June 14, 2005 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Headrick called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order REGULAR MEETING: at 6:01 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Headrick, Councilmembers Braun, Erickson, Munro, Rogers, and Williams. Members Absent; Councilmember Piths. Staff Present: Manager Quirm, Attorney Bloor, Clerk Upton, G. Cutler, M. Madsen, D. McKeen, Y. Ziomkowski, T. Gallagher, N. Riggins, G. Kenworthy, D Bellamente, and A. Goff. Public Present: P. Schaefer, A. Holzschuh, B. Lott, C. Kidd, M. Lang, B. Hawe, E. King, D. Cross, E. Chadd, V. Phillips, R. Johnson, B. Taylor, D. Perry, S. Rowland, J. Webber- Heilman, and B. Wharton. All others present in the audience failed to sign the roster. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Jim Haguewood. ALLEGIANCE: PUBLICCEREMONIES, 1. Proclamation in Recognition of Jim Haguewood's Service to the City as PRESENTATIONS AND Executive Director, Clallam County Economic Development Council: PROCLAMATIONS: Mayor Headrick read a proclamation in honor of Jim Haguewood, outgoing Executive Proclamation in Director of the Clallam County Economic Development Council, after which Mr. Recognition of Jim Haguewoodwas honored via a letter from former Mayor Wiggins, as well as comments Haguewood from Tim Smith, Mark Madsen, and Orville Campbell. Proclamation in 2. Proclamation in Recognition of Karen Hanan: Recognition of Karen Hanan Mayor Headrick read and presented a proclamation to Karen Hanan in recognition of her leadership and dedication to the Port Angeles community. WORK SESSION: None. LATE ITEMS TO BE At Manager Quinn's request, Mayor Headrick added an Interlocai Agreement with PLACED ON THIS OR Clallam County as Agenda Item 1.3. FUTU3RE AGENDAS & PUBLIC COMMENT: Lee Embree, representing Olympic Timber Town, presented information to the Council relative to the efforts of the non-profit organization to acquire property for the construction of a small town depicting the earlier days of the timber industry, complete with older equipment and related wood products. He indicated an offer has been made to the Port of Port Angeles for property north of Edgewood Drive and south of the Airport, and he asked for the Council's support in the acquisition of that property. Mr. Embree urged the City Council to support the project, as it will enhance the tourism industry in the area. Timber Town Vice President Bob Harbick, 1006 South Lincoln, -1- 5670 CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 14, 2005 LATE ITEMS TO BE then addressed the Council on the Timber Town project, noting the heritage of the PLACED ON TItIS OR logging industry would be brought to life in the form of a working museum. He FUTURE AGENDAS & indicated the town willhave storefronts, as well as a facility that can accommodate dog PUBLIC COMMENT: shows, auto shows, and the like. He expressed the hope that the Council would realize (Cont'd) the benefits to the community, and he indicated the desire to present the Timber Town business plan to the Council at a future date. Mr. Harbick then stated his appreciation to the City for its assistance with the Art on the Town project. Lorraine Ross, 940 W. 5t~ Street, a former Councilmember, expressed support for the Timber Town project in light of her family's involvement in the timber industry over the years. RESOLUTIONS: Resolution Recognizing Significance of Paddle to Elwha 2005 Canoe Journey: Resolution Recognizing Mayor Headrick noted the attendance of Elwha Tribal Chair Frances Charles, and he Paddle to Elwha 2005 then read in its entirety a Resolution written in support of the Paddle to Elwha 2005 Canoe Journey Canoe Journey, the title of which is as follows: Resolution No. 9-05 RESOLUTION NO. 9-05 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of Port Angeles recognizing the significance of the Paddle to Elwha 2005 Canoe Journey declaring the City's support for the event, and authorizing cooperation by the City with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe in that event. Couneilmember Williams moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. The motion was seconded by Couneilmember Braun and carried unanimously. Ms. Charles addressed the Council, reviewing the massive preparations that are underway for the event which is scheduled for August 1 - 6, 2005. PUBLIC COMMENT Cherie Kidd, 101 E. 10th S~:eet, was present on behalf of the Port Angeles Business (Cont'd) Association to submit the Association's position regarding the Graving Yard and the Port Angeles harbor and waterfront. Ms. Kidd read the position statement, to include proposed action items. Aria Holzschuh, Executive Director of the Port Angeles Downtown Association, presented information on the matter of a co-application being submitted by the Port Townsend Mainstreet Association and the Port Angeles DowntownAssociation for the Rural Heritage Development Initiative, which will cover rural economic development in both Jefferson and Clallam counties. Ms. Holzschuh extended an invitation to Council, staff, and members of the audience to participate in a Mainstreet visioning session on Tuesday, June 282, 5:30 p.m., in the Elks ballroom. Barb Lott, 728 W. 4t~ Street, extended an invitation to the Council to aaend The Landmark Forum, a personal development program, on Tuesday, June 28th, 6:30 p.m., at the Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Break Mayor Headrick recessed the meeting for a break at 7:10 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:30 p.m. PUBLIC ItEARINGS - Capital Facilities Plan: OTHER: Mayor Headrick re-opened the public hearing at 7:32 p.m. Director Cutlerindicated Capital Facilities Plan that, at its meeting of July 5, the Council would be asked to adopt the Capital Facilities Plan, as well as the project allocations. He advised the Council that the Community & Economic Development Committee had met and considered the CFP, as well as possible funding allocations from the projected funds available of $3,747,000~ The Council entered into lengthy discussion on Shane Park renovations, Front Street CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5671 June 14, 2005 PUBLIC HEARINGS - corridor streetscape improvements,the 8t~ Street bridges replacement project, City Pier OTHER: dredging, and Senior Center expansion. Questions regarding Gateway funding arose, (Cont'd) and Manager Quinn offered to provide a written summary on the GatewayProject to the Council. Capital Facilities Plan (Cont'd) Vera Phillips, 1703 Milwaukee Drive, implored the Council to fund the improvements at Shane Park. She inthcated she had several notes and letters for the Council's review, all of which were supportive of the renovation. Lorraine Ross, 940 W. 5~' Street, addressed the Council on a crossing at White's Creek, something that had been considered many years ago as an alternate route. Ron Johnson, 1110 West 10t~ Street, spoke as a representative of the Naval Elks Lodge in support of a partnership with the City in renovating the Elks play field. Mr. Johnson stated the Elks' willingness to conduct fund raising activities for the benefit of the play field. Madeline Lang, 1327 W. 6th Street, a member of the Senior Center Board, spoke in support of the Senior Center expansion. She indicated there has been a 60% increase in membership, and an expansion would prepare the Center for even more growth. Elaine King, 938 W. 15th Street, is a lead volunteer for the computer program at the Senior Center, and she noted the increased participation in computer class offerings. She addressed the benefits of expanding the Senior Center, and advised the Council they will be contacting Clallam County to seek financial assistance by virtue of the significant number of County residents who belong to the Center. Jenny Webber-Heihnan, a City resident, asked that renovations to Shane Park be retained as a priority of the Council particularly because of the need to improve drainage. Brooke Taylor, 403 South Peabody, advised the Council that the matter of the Front Street corridor streetscape improvements had been a topic of discussion at the meeting of the Port Angeles Forward Committee. On behalf of the Committee, he expressed frustration that efforts had not commenced on the construction, as the project is important in terms of ecunomic development. He urged the Council to do everything possible to improve the appearance of the corridor. Lengthy discussion ensued. Don Perry, 1735 W. 13th Street, spoke in support of improvements to Lions Park, and he proposed that funds for concrete sidewalks downtown be redirected to improvements at the Park. Mr. Perry then turned his attention to downtown improvements, indicating he did not want brick pavers. Director Cutler informed Mr. Perry that a subcommittee nfthe Council had decided to install a structural sidewalk in order to access the area below. At this time, it was suggested that the Laurel Street Paver project be changed to Laurel Street Restructuring. Ed Chadd, 307 W. 6th Street, spoke regarding the 8th Street Bridges Rails & Lights, expressing the hope that the City would continue to support the construction of quality bridges in terms of appearance. Mayor Headrick clarified that the City may have to pay for any upgrades to the project. Arla Holzschuh, Executive Director of the Port Angeles Downtown Association, 105 ~/2 E. 1 't Street, informed the Council that Director Cutler has, as requested, maintained an annual schedule of routine maintenance type items in the downtown corridor. To that end, because of the 20® Anniversary of the CTED Downtown Revitalization Program next year, she asked that Director Cutler accomplish those tasks by April 30th of 2006. -3- 5672 CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 14, 2005 PUBLIC HEARINGS - Lorraine Ross, 940 W. 5th Street, discussed needed improvements to the slide area OTHER: above the Red Lion, as well as the importance of preserving the area under the old City (Cont'd) Hall. Capital Facilities Plan q~e Council then deliberated on the elements of the Capital Facilities Plan, after which (Cont'd) Mayor Headrick closed the public hearing at 9:00 p.m. FINANCE: 1. Peabody Creek Water Line, Project Change Order No. 3: Peabody Creek Water Director Cutler summarized the change order for the Peabody Creek Water Line Line Project Change Order project, and DeputyDirector of Engineering Services Kenworthy explained cost factors related to traffic control. Councilmember Braun moved to approve and authorize the City Manager to sign Contract Change Order No. 3 for Project 02-20 in the amount of $192,696.96. The motion was seconded by Couneilmember Munro and carried unanimously. Mobile 4-Post Lifting 2. Mobile 4-Post Lifting System: System Following a summa~provided by Director Cutler, Councilmember Williams moved to authorize the City Manager to sign the contract and purchase order with Automotive Resources, Inc. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Rogers and carried unanimously. Bond Financing for 3. Bond Financing for Western UG.4 Utility Extension: Western UGA Utility Extension Finance Director Ziomkowski made a PowerPoint presentation, explaining different financing options for the extension of utilities to the recently annexed Western UGA. She reviewed very preliminary details for a bond issue to fund that infrastructure, and she discussed in detail the project expenses, available funding, additional funding needed, and different scenarios that might be considered. Director Cutler indicated that bids will be opened on July 13, at which time the numbers can be better identified. Also, it was noted there may be other potential needs to be folded into the bond issue. Following discussion, Councilmember Braun moved to authorize staff to proceed with the preliminary steps for a bond issue. Couneilmember Williams seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilmember Erickson moved to accept the Consent Agenda, to include: Expenditure Report - June 10, 2005 - $276,215.64. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Williams and carried unanimously. CITY COUNCIL None. COMMITTEE REPORTS: ORDINANCES NOT Claims Management Ordinance: REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARINGS: Manager Quinn explained proposed changes to thc Claims Management Ordinance, after which Mayor Headrick read the Ordinance by title, entitled Claims Management Ordinance ORDINANCE NO. 3208 Ordinance No. 3208 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending Ordinance 2736, as amended, and Chapter 2.76 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilmember Erickson moved to suspend the normal rule regarding the adoption of Ordinances. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Munro -4- CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5673 June 14, 2005 Claims Management and carried unanimously. Ordinance Ordinance No. 3208 Councilmember Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. (Cont'd) Councilmember Erickson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. OTHER 1. Amendment to DeKay Annexation Agreement: CONSIDERATIONS: Director Madsen summarized the proposed annexation agreement that has been written Amendment to DeKay in order to accommodate development in light of changes in conditions. Annexation Agreement Councilmember Williams moved to authorize the Mayor to sign an amendment to the original DeKay Annexation Agreement. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Braun and carried unanimously. Interlocal Agreement with 2. Interlocal Agreement with Clallam County - Public Safety lnteroperable Clallam County Radio Equipment: Communications Manager Riggins presented information relative to the lnterlocal Agreement with Clallam County regarding the public safety interoperable radio equipment at the PenCom/City Hall facility, as well as the Ediz Hook facility. Councilmember Williams moved to authorize the City Manager to sign the document allowing the equipment at City Hall and on Ediz Hook as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Rogers and carried 5 - 9, with Couneilmember Erickson abstaining because she is Legal Counsel for the County. Council Retreat 3. Council Re~reat: The Council agreed to meet on Friday, July 8th, 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to work on the City's Work Plan. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None. QUASI-JUDICIAL: INFORMATION: None. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Based on input from Attorney Bloor, Mayor Headrick announced the need for an Executive Session for approximately 15 minutes under the authority of RCW 42.30.110(i), to discuss with Legal Counsel an item of potential litigation or the legal risks of a proposed action. It was announced that action was possible following the Executive Session. The Executive Session convened at 9:55 p.m. and, at 10:10 p.m., the meeting was extended to 11:00 p.m. by announcement of the Mayor. RETURN TO OPEN The Executive Session concluded at 11:00 p.m., and the Council convened in regular SESSION: open session. Councilmember Erickson moved to accept the recommendation by Clallam Transit to enter into a joint letter to the FTA to seek co-grantee status by the City of Port Angeles for the Gateway Multi-Modal Project. After discussion, the motion was seconded by Councilmember Munro and carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: C'gh~meeting was adjourned at 11:06 p.m. ~c[ar~A~-iteidrick, Mayor Becky J. Upton, ~ty C~rk -5-