HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/18/2001 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Port Angeles, Washington
June 18, 2001
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Doyle called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at
REGULAR MEETING: 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Doyle, Councilmembers Campbell, Erickson, Hulett,
McKeown, Wiggins, and Williams.
Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Manager Quinn, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, B.
Collins, M. Connelly, G. Cutler, D. McKeen, T. Riepe, Y.
Ziomkowski, A. Broussard, J. Harper, G. Kenworthy, T.
Smith, J. Mahlum, S. McLain, B. Hale, K. Ridout, and L.
Dunbar.
Public Present: K. & V. Duncan, T. Price, A. Harrison, J. Burroughs, G.
Gleason, D. Reher, J. Harbick, L. Nutter, J. Pelkey, R.
Doroz, L. Lee, F. Charles, D. Sullivan, R. Francis, J. Miller,
J. Turrey, T. Schwent, L. Palmer, and R. Taylor.
PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Clerk Upton.
ALLEGIANCE:
CEREMONIAL None.
MATTERS &
PROCLAMATIONS:
WORK SEssION: Capital Facilities Plan / Transportation Improvement Program
Capital Facilities Plan / Public Works & Utilities Director Cutler presented the 2001 Capital Facilities Plan
Transportation (CFP) and the 2002-2007 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). He explained
Improvement Program that the transportation element of the Capital Facilities Plan, which is the TIP, requires
a public hearing in order for the City to obtain as much as possible in grant funding.
Director Cutler briefly reviewed the format of the Capital Facilities Plan, noting the
fully funded projects as opposed to those requiring additional funding for completion.
The ensuing discussions centered around the Laurel Street Project and the related
stairway, as well as the funding for the Carnegie Library which will be more fully
determined once the design is at 35% completion. Director Cutler indicated he would
expect construction on the Carnegie Library to take place during the 2002 construction
schedule.
Director Cutler addressed the needed repairs for the 8th Street bridges, which may
involve either replacement or repair of the existing structures. The State has tightened
restrictions on bridges, and the City must come into compliance. Discussion was also
held on the matter of tree planting in the City, after which attention was directed to
enhancements of the William Shore Memorial Pool. Parks Director Connelly reviewed
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WORK SESSION: the history of the pool enhancement discussions and the proposed plan brought forward.
(Cont'd) Manager Quinn felt that the only way the enhancements can be accomplished would be
via a bond issue, and Councilmember McKeown recalled that consideration had been
Capital Facilities Plan / given to issuing a bond for both the pool enhancements and the Marine Lab. It was
Transportation noted the advisory committee will be meeting on the pool enhancements on July 11, and
Improvement Program Councilmember Erickson currently serves as a Council representative to the committee.
(Cont'd) Mayor Doyle offered to join the group in order to provide more Council involvement.
Throughout the discussions, Director Curler reviewed the various Categories of projects
and their associated funding sources. The Council expressed appreciation for the
presentation, and Engineer Jim Mahlum was commended for his contribution to the
preparation of the CFP / TIP.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - 1. 2001 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
OTHER:
Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Community Development Director
2001 Comprehensive Plan Collins with regard to the 2001 amendments to the Comprehensive Plan which have
Amendments been reviewed and recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. Director
Ordinance No. 3082 Collins noted that the final draft of State comments was received this afternoon, copies
of which were distributed to the Council. The comments were similar to those
incorporated in the Council packet, and Director Collins directed attention to
Amendment #4 about which the State offered input as relates to the provision of urban
services outside the City limits. Additionally, Director Collins offered a correction to
Page 4 of the Ordinance, Section B 11, "The City will continue participating..." should
be changed to read, "The City will participate...".
After brief discussion, Mayor Doyle re-opened the Public hearing at 7:08 p.m.
Gary Gleason, 2211 E. 7~ Avenue, informed the Council that he and Linda Nutter were
present as representatives of the Nonmotorized Advisory Committee to answer any
questions that may arise. Mr. Gleason expressed his appreciation to staff member Bill
Hale for his participation; a certificate of appreciation will be given to Mr. Hale by the
committee. Mayor Doyle asked how many amendments the Nonmotorized Committee
proposed and how many were accepted. Director Collins stated that there were 24 - 25
changes recommended, and 11 were sent back for further review and study.
Councilmember McKeown directed attention to Page 2, Land Use, Paragraph 5,
wherein she questioned the inclusion of"...the Peninsula Public Golf Course". It was
agreed this reference should be deleted from the language of the paragraph. There
being no further public testimony, Mayor Doyle closed the public hearing at 7:16 p.m.
and read the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 3082
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending Ordinance 2818
as amended and the Comprehensive Plan by revising the City's planning areas
to specifically designate the area east of Race Street and the Port Angeles
Urban Growth Area (UGA), by amending a policy in the Commercial Goals
and Policies section of the Land-Use Element to comply with the Growth
Management Act, by amending policies in the Utilities and Public Services
Element to allow for City services and facilities in the UGA without
annexation, by adding a new item to the Objective section of the Conservation
Element to facilitate compliance with the Endangered Species Act, and by
amending sections of the Transportation Element, the Utilities and Public
Services Element, and the Capital Facilities Element as requested by the
Nonmotorized Advisory Committee.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS- Councilman Wiggins moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, citing
OTHER: Findings 1 - 17 and Conclusions 1 - 12, as set forth in Exhibit "A", which is
(Cont'd) attached to and becomes a part of these minutes. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember McKeown.
2001 Comprehensive Plan
Amendments Director Collins responded to an inquiry from Councilman Hulett regarding the City's
Ordinance No. 3082 request to extend the eastern boundary of the UGA by indicating the County will likely
(Cont'd) address thc matter once the environmental review has been completed. Additionally,
brief discussion was held concerning how skateboards, roller blades and other forms of
nonmotorized transportation not included are incorporated into this plan. Director
Collins stated that this is an issue not yet resolved. Consideration was also given to the
State's comments on the matter of not providing urban services outside the Urban
Growth Area, and Attorney Knutson felt the City's amendment to be consistent with the
underlying concems of the State in that the City is meeting the basic requirement of the
law by not providing services outside the UGA. A vote was taken on the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Public Hearing on CFP / Public Hearing on the CFP / TIP
TIP
Mayor Doyle reviewed the memorandum regarding the CFP / TIP and opened the
public hearing at 7:29 p.m.
Tommi Schwent, a County resident, urged the Council to proceed with work on the
Olympic Discovery Trail. She expressed the hope it would be a priority on the
Council's agenda. Engineer Kenworthy informed the Council that the design of this
portion of the trail should be complete this summer, and work is underway with
Rayonier to proceed with a trail through Rayonier. Additional funding needs to be
sought for that portion of the trail, which should be complete in about one year.
Director Connelly added that the County will be preparing the trail from the Deane
property to the railroad trestle once the City finalizes the Deane easement as well as
some fencing of the Langley property. Councilman Hulett moved to continue the
public hearing to July 3, 2001. The motion was seconded by Councilman Campbell
and carried unanimously.
LATE ITEMS FOR THIS Councilman Hulett asked for a report on a future agenda concerning Right-of-Way Use
OR FUTURE AGENDA: Permit procedures. Councilmember McKeown asked for a copy of the Human
Resources report on new positions with the City. Councilman Williams asked for future
discussion and/or a work session on creating an overall energy policy.
Bob Harbick, 1006 S. Lincoln, representing the Chamber of Commerce, extended an
invitation to the "Jettin' the Strait", and he presented the official t-shirt's to the Council.
Kevin Duncan, Ebey Hill, read into the record a prepared statement expressing his
displeasure and frustration at the lack of a finalized lease agreement for the Morse
Creek Hydro project. Mr. Duncan distributed copies of the statement to the Council,
as well as copies of various items pertaining to hydro facilities. Mr. Duncan was
concerned about the hidden costs to the delay, the need to encourage power generation,
and the costs the City would have to pay in the event the FERC license is surrendered.
Manager Quinn suggested the formation of a Council subcommittee for a review of the
situation. Therefore, Mayor Doyle and Councilmembers Campbell and Wiggins agreed
to meet with staff and report back to the Council.
FINANCE: 1. Deane Property Trail and Utility Easement
Dearie Property Trail and Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum submitted by Parks Director Connelly in
Utility Easement regard to the extension of the Waterfront Trail. Director Connelly felt the easement for
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FINANCE: the trail provided a tremendous opportunity for the City to complete the link of the trail
(Cont'd) from Morse Creek to Ediz Hook. The easement allows the City to protect its interest
and maintain the utility right-of-way. Councilman Williams moved to authorize the
Deane Property Trail and Mayor to sign the easement agreement. The motion was seconded by
Utility Easement (Cont'd) Couneilmember MeKeown and carried unanimously.
Circuit Switcher for 'T' 2. Circuit Switcher for '7'~ Street
Street Bid Award
Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Pubic Works & Utilities Director
Cutler recommending the award of the bid to Western State Electric. Councilman
Campbell moved to accept the $40,791.40 bid, including applicable sales tax, from
Western State Electric, Inc., for the purchase of a circuit switcher and authorize
the Mayor to sign the contract. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wiggins
and carried unanimously.
Contribution to 3. Authorize Contribution to Washington PUD Association
Washington PUD
Association for Direct Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Public Works & Utilities Director
Services Industries Effort Cutler with regard to authorizing the electric utility to contribute to the cost of
supporting the effort against "tiered rates" by the Bonneville Power Administration.
Power Systems Deputy Director McLain added that, if BPA succeeds with the attempt
to establish tiered rates, it would cost the City more than is being requested tonight. The
needed $4,000 is based on the City's utility bills. Conneilmember MeKeown moved
to authorize the electric utility to contribute to the cost of supporting the effort
against "tiered rates" by BPA in the amount $4,000. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Hulett.
Discussion followed on whether the proposed tiered rates could survive. Chuck
Forman, Bonneville Power Administration, addressed the Council and explained how
the DSIs buy back their load obligations for a certain period of time. Over time, a
portion of the funds are used to compensate the workforce. A vote was taken on the
motion which carried unanimously.
Magna Drive Proposal for 4. Magna Drive Proposal ,4 uthorized for the Wastewater Treatment Plant
Wastewater Treatment
Plant Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Public Works & Utilities Director
Cutler pertaining to a Magna Drive retrofit at the Wastewater Treatment Plant on one
blower. Director Cutler stated there are three plant aeration blower applications which
should provide a good point of comparison. Mayor Doyle referenced the discussion at
the Utility Advisory Committee where information given indicated a savings with a
Variable Frequency Drive as opposed to the Magna Drive.
Economic Development Director Smith introduced Ken Black, 1931 26th Ave. E,
Seattle, who works for Magna Drive and fields calls to see if Magna Drive devices are
working for the customers. Mr. Black indicated Magna Drive is looking forward to
having their devices installed in Port Angeles, especially for other potential customers
to observe in action. With regard to the report submitted to the Utility Advisory
Committee, Mr. Black noted the study conducted was academic in nature, and he felt
that the efficiency of Magna Drive was very close to that of the Variable Frequency
Drive.
Councilman Campbell moved to approve the Magna Drive retrofit at the
Wastewater Treatment Plant on one blower and authorize the Mayor to sign an
agreement with Magna Drive in an amount not to exceed $18,257.94. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Williams. After further brief discussion, a vote was
taken on the motion which carried unanimously.
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Travel and Training for 5. Authorize Travel & Training for Public g/orks Department
Public Works Department
Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum submitted by the Public Works & Utilities
Department. Councilman Wiggins moved to approve the travel and training
expense to attend the energy auditor and inspector workshops. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember McKeown and carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA: Counciimember McKeown stated that she would not be voting on the City Council
minutes due to her absence from the meeting. After brief discussion, Councilman
Wiggins moved to accept the Consent Agenda to include: 1) City Council minutes -
regular meeting - June 5,2001; and 2) Check Register - June 12, 2001 - $1,401,402.23.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Campbell, which carried 6 - 0, with
Councilmember McKeown abstaining.
Break Mayor Doyle adjourned the meeting for a break at 8:23 p.m. The meeting reconvened
at 8:38 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL Councilmembers Wiggins, Williams, Hulett, Erickson, McKcown, and Campbell had
COMMITTEE no report. Mayor Doyle announced that Gary Brooks was the OPS recipient at the
REPORTS: recent City OPS luncheon. The Peninsula Development Association met recently and
discussed the County's Opportunity Fund, which is to be managed by the EDC. On
June 9~, the Mayor presented a key and proclamation to the USCGC Active as part of
the homecoming celebration. Mayor Doyle attended the opening of the Wally Sigmar
Athletic Complex, the 3 Mayor's meeting, and the Chamber of Commerce luncheon at
which time a report was given on the trip to Japan.
· ORDINANCES NOT 1. Telecommunications and Related Ordinances
REQUIRING PUBLIC
HEARINGS: Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Directors Cutler and Collins with
regard to the Telecommunications Ordinances proposed for adoption. Power Resource
Manager Dunbar noted various changes were made to the Ordinances as a follow-up to
a recent decision from the 9~ Circuit Court. The Council was advised that Qwest had
submitted a letter supporting the adoption of the Ordinances.
Attorney Knutson pointed out that Page 82, Section D. Appeal of City Determination,
should exclude the reference to "facility lease". Also, on Page 117, the Ordinance title
should state "revising", not "reversing".
Telecommunications Telecommunications Facilities: Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled
Facilities
Ordinance No. 3083 ORDINANCE NO. 3083
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, regulating
telecommunications facilities within City rights-of-way, establishing
fees for such facilities, and adopting Chapter 11.14 of the Port
Angeles Municipal Code.
Councilmember McKeown moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title with the
correction noted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Williams and carried
unanimously.
Pole Attachments Pole Attachments: Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled
Ordinance No. 3084
ORDINANCE NO. 3084
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, regulating pole
attachments within the City of Port Angeles and adopting Chapter
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Pole Attachments 13.14 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
Ordinance No. 3084
(Cont'd) Councilman I-Iulett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Campbell and carried unanimously.
Wireless Fees Wireless Fees: Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled
Ordinance No. 3085
ORDINANCE NO. 3085
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, establishing
reasonable fees to cover the costs of the Planning Department and
Public Works Department associated with wireless
telecommunication towers and/or electric or telecommunications
facilities and amending Ordinance 2789 as amended and Chapter
3.70 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
Councilman Wiggins moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Campbell. Brief discussion was held on how the City's
fee structure compares with that of the County. A vote was taken on the motion
which carried unanimously.
Business License / Business License / Utility Tax: Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled
Utility Tax
Ordinance No. 3086 ORDINANCE NO. 3086
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, related to the
City's business license regulations and the City's public utility tax for
telecommunications businesses and amending Ordinances 2050 and
2183 as amended and Chapters 5.04 and 5.80 of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code.
Councilman Campbell moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Wiggins and carried unanimously.
Right-of-Way Right-of-Way Construction /Excavation: Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title,
Construction / Excavation entitled
Ordinance No. 3087
ORDINANCE NO. 3087
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, related to
construction or excavation work within rights-of-way and amending
Ordinance 2166 as amended and Chapter 11.08 of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code.
Councilmember McKeown moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Itulett and carried unanimously.
Right-of-Way Right-of-Way Regulations: Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled
Regulations
Ordinance No. 3088 ORDINANCE NO. 3088
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, revising the
City's right of way use regulations and amending Ordinance 2350 as
amended and Chapter 11.12 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
Councilman I-Iulett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title with the
correction noted. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Erickson and
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carried unanimously.
Wireless Towers Wireless Towers: Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled
Ordinance No. 3089
ORDINANCE NO. 3089
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, regulating
wireless telecommunication towers and facilities within the City,
establishing definitions, standards, and criteria for such facilities,
amending Ordinance 1709 as amended, and amending Chapter 17.08
and adopting Chapter 17.52 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
Councilman Williams moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Erickson and carried unanimously.
PUD Electric Franchise 2. Public Utility District Electric Franchise Agreement
Agreement
Ordinance No. 3090 Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Public Works & Utilities Director
Cutler with regard to the Electric Franchise Agreement with the PUD. Councilman
Wiggins referenced the fact that a franchise agreement has not been in place for 2 1/2
years, and he inquired as to whether there were any ramifications such as with regard
to the lack of insurance coverage. Attorney Knutson responded that any specific issue
would determine ramifications, and that the PUD has insurance coverage in any event.
Brief discussion ensued with regard to tracking methods for all agreements. Power
Resources Manager Dunbar stated that the contract ends in 2002, and the City can then
decide if renewal should be pursued. The agreement is for a fifteen-year period with
5 year intervals for renewal.
Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled;
ORDINANCE NO. 3090
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, granting the
Public Utility District No. 1 of Clallam County, Washington, the non-
exclusive right, privilege, authority, and franchise to own, operate
and maintain facilities on any street in the City for the sole purpose
of transmission and distribution of electric energy and repealing
Ordinance No. 1200.
Councilmember McKeown moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Campbell and carried unanimously.
OTHER 1. HighlandCourte Report
CONSIDERATIONS:
Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Community Development Director
Highland Courte Report Collins on the Highland Courte Chemical Dependency Treatment Center. Director
Collins added that, earlier in the day, there was a supplemental packet received from
Highland Courte. He then reviewed the various items contained in the Council's
packet. Attorney Knutson referenced the supplemental information and the fact that the
initial report was lacking in several aspects. The supplemental report is an attempt to
address staff's concerns. The biggest issue is admitting clients who have been
convicted of Assault IV into Highland Courte. Craig Miller, legal counsel for Highland
Courte, has disagreed with the City's interpretation of this particular condition. In
addition, Mr. Miller has expressed concerns with regard to ADA issues if attempts are
made to close the facility. Attorney Knutson advised the Council that, if the conditions
are not met, then the City should proceed to court and ask for an injunction to close the
facility. In his view, the City wouldn't have any liability exposure under the ADA by
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OTHER proceeding in this fashion.
CONSIDERATIONS:
(Cont'd) Before dialogue proceeded further, Mayor Doyle indicated that, when the previous
Highland Comte matters were considered by the Council, he excused himself from the
Highland Courte Report discussion as his daughter lives in the vicinity of Highland Courte. He queried as to
(Cont'd) whether there were any objections to his participation in this evening's discussion. Mr.
Miller reiterated an objection expressed earlier based on a potential appearance of
fairness violation. Therefore, Mayor Doyle departed the Chambers, and Deputy Mayor
McKeown proceeded to chair the meeting. Councilman Wiggins offered to depart as
well, as he had not participated in previous discussions due to absence. Mr. Miller saw
no reason why Councilman Wiggins should leave.
Attorney Knutson advised the Council that staff did not recommend any action for
Council to take this evening. Zoning Code enforcement is a matter for staff to pursue,
and Attorney Knutson indicated staff's position was outlined in the memo. In the
ensuing discussion, Councilmembers considered and debated whether the Council
should take enforcement action this evening. The various condition, s being violated
were delineated and opinions brought forward as to the seriousness of the violations and
the importance of taking enforcement action. Manager Quinn advised the Council that
staff was planning to review the report and the supplemental information in detail.
However, in the meantime, he questioned whether the City should be looking for any
specific reason to shut Highland Courte down or if it was intended to work with
Highland Courte in the interest of having them operate properly in order to protect the
neighborhood. Ensuing discussion included the fact that Highland Courte had not
approached the Planning Commission in order to ask for amendments to conditions that
were considered unworkable. Further, the Council addressed the requirement of the
one-to-one ratio, as well as the lack of an advisory board.
Some members of the Council voiced concern and frustration' with the various
conditions not being met and, given the specific deadline of this evening's Council
meeting, these Councilmembers felt the matter should be resolved quickly, especially
as it relates to the welfare of the neighborhood. However, Councilmembers Campbell
and Wiggins noted that, since the last Council meeting, it appeared that Highland
Courte was attempting to come into compliance. Director Collins stated that, if the
applicant wished to seek an amendment to the conditions, this must be decided by the
Planning Commission through a public hearing process. At this time, Highland Courte
must abide by the conditionsft~ th~t/~sently exist.
After further lengthy discussion, Councilman Wiggins moved to follow the direction
of staff and give the opportunity for more dialogue until the next Council meeting
at which time the Council would decide whether to pursue an injunction.
Councilman Campbell seconded the motion. Discussion followed, with
Councilmembers setting forth the reasons they would or would not vote in favor of the
motion. Manager Quinn interjected that the reason staff wanted time to review the
information in detail was to assure that the information was factual. In an effort to
protect the neighborhood, it is vital that the information be as accurate as possible. The
Councilmembers spoke to the need for this matter to be resolved as quickly as possible,
as it is important for the conditions to be met. Councilman Wiggins restated the
motion to the extent the Council would follow the direction of staff, give the
opportunity for more dialogue and further review, and be prepared to proceed
with a court injunction at the next Council meeting. A vote was taken on the
motion, which carried 5-1 with Councilman Williams voting in opposition. Mayor
Doyle then returned to the Council Chambers.
Planning-Only Grant with 2. Contract.for the Planning-Only Grant for Serenity House Project
DCTED for Serenity House
Project Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Economic Development Director
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Planning-Only Grant with Smith pertaining to a contract between the City and the WA State Office of Community
DCTED for Serenity House Development. Councilman Williams stated that he would be abstaining from voting on
Project (Cont'd) this issue due to conflicting real estate interests. Director Smith stated that a public
hearing was held on the planning-only grant and, as a result, the idea of helping with
Serenity House was presented. Councilmember McKeown moved to authorize the
Mayor to sign the contract between the City and WA State Office of Community
Development allowing for implementation of the grant funded feasibility study.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Erickson and carried unanimously.
Agreement between City of 3. Agreement between City of Port Angeles & Port of Port Angeles regarding
Port Angeles & Port of Port Oak Street Marketing
Angeles regarding Oak
Street Marketing Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Economic Development Director
Smith regarding an agreement between the City of Port Angeles and the Port of Port
Angeles on the matter of marketing the Oak Street property. Director Smith provided
background information on this endeavor, pointing out that the proposed agreement was
the result of a joint meeting between the Port and the City. Additionally, he noted there
is long-term revenue on the site by virtue of ferry parking, which would be shared with
the City and would help offset marketing expenses. Manager Quinn added that the Port
of Port Angeles would retain the ability to also market the property.
Discussion followed concerning the Port's lease on Ediz Hook that would be suspended
and the terms of that lease, other potential sources of income, and whether the City
could have exclusive marketing rights for the property. Councilman Wiggins stated that
it would be appropriate to know what other revenue sources might exist, particularly as
relates to the costs associated with marketing. Councilman Wiggins moved for staff
to bring the Port agreement back with a more detailed analysis of the revenue, as
well as the terms of the existing lease. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember McKeown. Based on prior comments made, Councilman Hulett
asked if the City wanted to press for more exclusive marketing, and Councilmembers
Wiggins and McKeown agreed this should be made a part of the motion.
Discussion followed, after which Mayor Doyle called for a vote on the amendment
to the motion, which carried unanimously. A vote was then taken on the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Intergovernmental 4. Intergovernmental Agreement with the Lower Elwha Tribe
Agreement with Lower
Elwha Tribe Councilmember McKeown moved to table the agreement to the next Council
meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Erickson and carried
unanimously.
Olympic National Park 5. Olympic National Park Right-of- Way Permit
Right-of-Way Permit
Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Public Works & Utilities Director
Cutler with regard to a right-of-way permit from Olympic National Park for the
Peabody Reservoir Drainline. Councilmember Erickson moved to authorize the City
Manager to sign the Right-of-Way permit on behalf of the City. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Hulett and carried unanimously.
Fiber Optic Backbone 6. Fiber Optic Backbone Business Plan Revised
Business Plan Revised
Mayor Doyle summarized the information provided by Public Works & Utilities
Director Cutler on the amendment to the consulting services agreement with
Metropolitan Communications Consultants to revise the scope of work for the
City/Telephone parmership and City/Cable/Telephone consortium. Power Resource
Manager Dunbar stated that the revised business plan had been presented to the UAC.
Councilmember Erickson moved to authorize the Mayor to accept an amendment
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Fiber Optic Backbone to the consulting services agreement with Metropolitan Communication
Business Plan Revised Consultants to revise the scope of work for the City/Telephone partnership and
(Cont'd) City/Cable/Telephone consortium. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Campbell and carried unanimously.
Commercial Lighting 7. Commercial Lighting Conservation Program
Conservation Program
Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Public Works & Utilities Director
Cutler regarding the Commercial Lighting Conservation Program. Director Cutler
added that this was another program to help with power reduction by means of a rebate.
Power Resource Manager Dunbar stated that this agreement would go into effect Once
the work plan has been submitted and approved by the BPA. Councilman Campbell
moved to authorize the Mayor to enter into the Purchase of Conservation
Agreement with the Bonneville Power Administration. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Wiggins and carried unanimously.
BPA Rate Mitigation 8. BPA Rate Mitigation Agreement and 3-Way Agreement for Daishowa Load
Agreement and 3-Way Reduction
Agreement for Daishowa
Load Reduction Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Public Works & Utilities Director
Cutler with regard to rate mitigation agreements, and Power Systems Deputy Director
McLain further summarized the two agreements which are intended to accomplish a
reduction in load requirements by 10%. In the discussion that followed, Councilman
Hulett asked if Daishowa obtains, pulp from elsewhere if the result would be a loss in
jobs. Dean Reed, Daishowa, spoke from the audience by assuring the Council that
equipment would still be operational and no loss of jobs is anticipated. There would
only be a few instances of reduced work hours.
Councilmember McKeown moved to authorize the City Manager to sign the Rate
Mitigation Agreement with the Bonneville Power Administration along with an
agreement with Daishowa America and BPA committing Daishowa to reduce its
electrical load requirements on the City. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Erickson and carried unanimously.
Consumer Electricity 9. Consumer Electricity Reduction Agreement
Reduction Agreement
Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Public Works & Utilities Director
Cutler with regard to entering into the Consumer Electricity Reduction Agreement with
BPA. Power Systems Deputy Director McLain stated that this offers customers an
opportunity for a reduced electricity bill for cutting back their usage. It would cost from
$8,400-11,000 to reprogram the billing system, which provides a comparison between
the current utilization and that fi:om a year previous. If there are sufficient savings
incurred, the City would receive $.01 per kWh for administering the program.
Councilman Williams moved to authorize the City Manager to enter into the
Consumer Electricity Reduction Agreement with Bonneville Power
Administration. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wiggins and carried
unanimously.
Marketing Services 10. Marketing Services Professional Services Agreement
Professional Services
Agreement Mayor Doyle summarized the memorandum from Public Works & Utilities Director
Cutler with regard to an agreement with Den-Ree productions to inform and educate the
public on the various energy programs being instituted. Councilman Campbell clarified
that by investing in this program the City hopes to get the money returned in the form
of power.reduction. Councilman Wiggins moved to authorize the Mayor to enter
into the marketing services Professional Services Agreement with Den-Ree
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Marketing Services Productions. The motion was seconded by Councilman Campbell and carried
Professional Services unanimously.
Agreement (Cont'd)
INFORMATION: City Manager's Report:
Manager Quinn mentioned that some of the Councilmembers will be attending the
AWC conference. Manager Quinn briefly reviewed the information provided on the
Conservation Program, as well as the Water Quality Report.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
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Exhibit "A"
RECOMMENDED FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN SUPPORT OF COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN AMENDMENT - CPA 01-01:
Findings
1. Comprehensive Plan Amendment, CPA 01-01, was submitted prior to March 31,2001 .CPA
01-01 includes six sets of amendments to various sections of the Port Angeles
Comprehensive Plan. The proposed amendments are shown in Exhibit 1 to the staff report.
Amendments Number 1-5 are proposed by City staff and have been altered since the original
proposal as a result of further staff analysis and discussion with the Planning Commission.
Amendment Number 6 is proposed by the ad hoc Nonmotorized Committee.
2. In its deliberation, the Planning Commission reviewed the definitions of "should" and "shall"
as provided in the Comprehensive Plan and recognized that "should" is permissive, giving
the City discretion in its implementation of the adopted policies. The Planning Commission
agreed that using "should" instead of"may" in the proposed amendment No. 4 to Utility and
Public Services Policy D3 does not imply a duty on the City to extend services, except as the
City should choose to do so at its sole discretion.
3. Amendment Number 1 proposes minor changes to the Community Profile Chapter of the
Comprehensive Plan in order to correct the current subarea planning names within the City
limits in addition to adding planning areas names for the Port Angeles Urban Growth Area.
The changes include adding three additional planning area names and descriptions to the text,
as well as reflecting these changes in Figure 3 (map of planning areas).
4. Amendment Number 2 proposes additional clarification to the Commercial Goals and
Policies of the Land Use Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. Goal E, Policy 6 states that
new commercial "areas" should not be designated along these routes. Clarification of
whether "areas" implies "uses" or "zones" should be made in this policy to improve its
effectiveness.
5. Amendment Number 3 proposes a change to Transportation Element Goal B, Policy 8, in
order to implement a recent change to RCW 36.70A, Growth Management Act (House Bill
1487, 1998) which requires recognition of essential public facilities, including state routes,
in local comprehensive plans, as well as a requirement to review potential impacts onto these
facilities by local land use designations. Within the City of Port Angeles, State Route 101
and 117 are considered to be essential public facilities, along with connecting spurs to the
ferry landings. Additionally, the proposed amendment would allow for improved connection
between the Comprehensive Plan and other adopted capital facility-related plans by the
additional sentence proposed for Goal B, Policy 19.
6. Amendment Number 4 proposes changes to the Utilities and Public Services Element of the
Comprehensive Plan relating to the provision ofpubtic services and utilities outside of the
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existing City limits but within the designated Urban Growth Area. The proposed addition
to Goal A, Policy 1, references the equitable distribution of public facilities to include the
UGA. Additionally, the proposed amendment to Goal D, Policy 3, would change a long-
standing policy of the City of Port Angeles to not extend City utilities (as compared to
services) outside the city limits, and allow for this to occur depending on feasibility.
7. Amendment Number 5 proposes changes to the Conservation Element that would reiterate
the City's current practice of participation in, and support of, various watershed and salmon
recovery efforts some of which are directly linked to the recent Endangered Species Act
listings of several salmonid species that occur, or may occur, in streams or nearshore areas
within the regulatory jurisdiction of the City, as well a within its area of operations and
maintenance.
8. Amendment Number 6 reflects a proposal by the City's Nonmotorized Committee who has
requested several changes to the Comprehensive Plan.
9. CPA01-01 was reviewed for internal consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. The most
relevant policies include the Growth Management Chapter IV, particularly Goal A, Land Use
Chapter V -Goals A-E, Transportation Chapter VI- Goals A and B, Utilities and Public
Services Chapter VII- Goals A and D, and Capital Facilities Chapter X- Goal A.
10. PAMC 18.04, Comprehensive Plan Implementation and Amendment, sets forth procedures
for annual amendment process which includes deadlines for applications, requirements for
public hearings, deadlines for decisions and criteria for applications and approvals of
amendments. Proposed amendments shall demonstrate: why existing provisions should not
continue, consistency with Growth Management Act goals and specific requirements,
compliance with the county-wide policies, compliance with Capital facilities and related
plans, that it is in the public interest and consistent with the public health, safety and welfare,
and that cumulative effects have been considered.
11. The Public Works comments included revisions to Amendment Number 3 and objections to
four of the proposed changes in Amendment Number 6 relating to Transportation Element
Policy B 15, and Capital Facilities Element, General Comments, Policies A7 and A9, and
Objective B1 [Items (g), (p), (t), (u), (w)].
12. The Department of Community Development has the following recommendations for
Amendment Number 6:
Approval as proposed or amended:
, Item (a) - Transportation Element General Comments; added objectives under Policy A.
Item (c) - Transportation Element Policy A2
· Item (e) - Transportation Element Policy A4
· Item (g) - Transportation Element Policy B 15
Item (i) - Transportation Element Objective B6a
· Item (j) - Transportation Element Objective B6d.
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· Item (k) - Transportation Element Objective BI0.
· Item(m) - Utilities and Public Services Element Policy C6.
· Item (n) - Utilities and Public Services Element Policy D5.
· Item (o) - Utilities and Public Services Element Policy D9.
· Item (q) - Capital Facilities Element Policy A3.
· Item (r) - Capital Facilities Element Policy A4.
· Item (s) - Capital Facilities Element Policy A6.
Denial:
~ Item (b) - Transportation Element Policy Al.
· Item (d) - Transportation Element Policy A3.
· Item (f) - Transportation Element Policy B5.
· Item (h) - Transportation Element Policy B 16.
· Item (1) - Definitions.
· Item (p) - Capital Facilities General Comments
· Item (t) - Capital Facilities Policy A7
· Item (u) - Capital Facilities Policy A9
· Item (v) - Capital Facilities Element Policy B2.
· Item (w) - Utilities and Public Services Objective B1
· Item (x) - Utilities and Public Services Element Policy C2.
13. The Fire Department had no comments on the proposal.
14. The Clallam County Department of Community Development, Planning Division, has
provided comments and supported the proposed changes relating to extension of utilities in
Amendment//4.
15. A Determination of NonSignificance was issued per WAC 197-11-640 on April 24, 2001.
16. Notice of the public hearing on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan was
published in accordance with the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
17. No written public comments have been received at the time of the staff report.
Conclusions:
A. Approval of CPA01-01, Amendment #1 as listed in Attachment A, would result in improved
internal consistency of the Comprehensive Plan.
B. Approval of CPA01-01, Amendment//2 as listed in Attachment A, would result in improved
internal consistency of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically the land use and transportation
chapters, and increased effectiveness of these policies.
C. Approval of CPA01-01, Amendment//3 as listed in Attachment A, would result local
adoption of recent changes to the Growth Management Act, RCW36.70A which relate to
essential transportation facilities.
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D. Approval of CPA01-01, Amendment #4 as listed in Attachment A, would result in improved
intemal consistency of policies relating to the extension of urban services and utilities to the
unincorporated urban growth areas, and would allow for the provision of urban level of
services to existing and proposed urban-scaled developments in the Urban Growth Area.
E. Approval of CPA01-01, Amendment #5 as listed in Attachment A, would result in
F. Approval of CPA01-01, Amendment #5 as listed in Attachment A, would result in increased
effectiveness of policies relating to nonmotorized transportation.
G. Approval of CPA 01-01 as listed in Attachment A, is consistent with Growth Management
Act goals and Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan.
H. Approval of CPA 01-01 as listed in Attachment A, is consistent with the adopted county-
wide policies.
I. Approval of CPA 01-01 as listed in Attachment A, is consistent with Capital facilities and
related plans.
J. Approval of CPA 01-01 as listed in Attachment A, is consistent that it is in the public interest
and consistent with the public health, safety and welfare.
K. The cumulative effects have been considered in review of CPA01-01.
L. CPA01-01 as listed in Attachment A, is consistent with PAMC 18.04 Comprehensive Plan
Implementation and Amendment.
Adopted by the Port Angeles City Council at its meeting of June 18, 2001:
Becky J. Ui~p~, ~[ty Clerk/-