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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/19/1984 162 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington June 19, 1984 I CALL TO ORDER Mayor Duncan called the meeting to order at 7:01 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Duncan, Councilmen Gerberding, Schermer, Quast, Whidden. Members Absent: Councilmen Haguewood, Hordyk. Staff Present: Manager Flodstrom, Attorney Knutson, City Clerk Lannoye, P. Carr, M. Cleland, J. Marsh, J. Pittis, R. Orton, M. Campbell, D. Wolfe, D. McGinley, V. Clay, R. French, B. Jones, D. Warner. Public Present: B. Coker, G. Meiner, W. Roberts, J. O'Boyle, K. Moffett, C. Duncan, L. Smith, R. Black, w, Anderton, J. cornell, L. Sunny, B. Foster, J: Bryant, K. Sweeney, D. Alwine, J. Adams. III MINUTES Councilman Quast moved the Council accept and place on file as received the minutes of the June 5, 1984 meeting. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. IV CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Schermer moved the Council accept the items listed under the Consent Agenda,including (1) Billing from Riddell, Williams, Bullitt & Walkinshaw for WPPSS, $7,033.49; (2) Correspondence from Washington State I Liquor Control Board; (3) Vouchers of $233,518.33, and Payroll of $208,390.81. Councilman Gerbe~ding seconded. Following discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. V FINANCE 1. Consideration of Bid Award for Blue Water View LID (Tabled June 5, 1984) Councilman Whidden moved to remove the item from the table, with Councilman Gerberding seconding. The motion carried. Public Works Director pittis addressed the Council, recommending that the bid be accepted as is, stating that comments regarding equalization could be discussed at a public hearing. Councilman Quast then moved to. concur with the recommendation of the Public'Works Department and award the Blue water View LID to J. B. Excavating in the amount of $22,617.50, and that a contract be issued. Councilman Whidden seconded. Councilman Gerberding requested that staff provide background information on public benefit which would justify the City sharing the expenses for the LID. Councilman QUast inquired regarding zoning and the RS-7 Zone. On call for the question, the motion carried. 2. Consideration of Bid Award for City Chip Sealing Program Councilman Gerberding moved to concur with the recommendations of the Public Works Department that the bid of Lakeside Industries in the amount of $30,722.60 be accepted and a contract be issued for the 1984 Chip Seal Program. Councilman Quast seconded and the motion carried. 3. Consideration of Bid Award for Energy Conservation Measures at William Shore Memorial Pool councilman Quast moved to concur with the recommendation of staff and accept and award Base Bid B plus Alternate 8-A from Schmitt's Sheet Metal and Roofing in the amount of $101,068.97. Councilman Whidden seconded. Following discussion and explanation of the discrepancy in the engineering estimates and the amount of the bid, on call for the question, the motion carried. I I I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 1984 VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA Dr. Schueler requested discontinuance of police investigations for individuals with terminal illnesses who choose to die at home. The Mayor and Council concurred to research State laws regarding police investigations for deaths occurring in residences and to further discuss the matter at the July 3, 1984, Council meeting. Keith Moffett, 216 West 14th, a citizen of Port Angeles, requested an update on the Waterfront Mall Project (Item No. 15). ITEMS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA Councilman Quast added to Item No. 4 an update from staff regarding the bicycle problem, and Item No. 14, Public Confirmation of the City Manager's Contract for 1985. VII LEGISLATION 1. Public Hearings A. Mechanized Garbage Collection - Staff Presentation Followed by Public Hearing Public Works Director Pittis addressed the Council and presented a handout. He stated that some changes would be made if the mechanized collection program was implemented, including a change in the color of the containers to dark green and the addition of a.video camera in order to observe the dropping of garbage into the truck, to insure the container was emptied completely and to identify foreign particles. He stated also that assis- tance for senior citizens would continue. Mayor Duncan then opened the public hearing at 7:30 P.M. Boyd Coker of 1320 West Fifth, a participant in the demonstration program, supported mechanized collection, stating that during the pilot program the alleys were cleaned up, and that the day following the end of the pilot program, the alley was littered again. Gaynelle Meiner, 2121 West 12th, opposed mechanized collection. Ms. Meiner was not a participant in the demonstration program. W. A. Roberts of 1212 West Fourth Street, not a participant in the program, stated that he was opposed to the program. Councilman Gerberding explained that over a 20-year period, this program will cost less than the current program and that this has been documented in other areas. Jim O'Boyle, 1027 East Eighth Street, was a participant in the demonstration program, and supports the program. Leola L. Smith of 819 South Cherry, not a participant in the program, opposed mechanized collec- tion. Keith Moffett of 216 West 14th was not a participant in the demon- stration. Mr. Moffett mentioned possible liabilities. C. L. Duncan, 1219 East Fourth Street, not a member of the demonstration program, spoke in support of the program. Mayor Duncan then asked for further comments from the audience. There were none; therefore, she closed the public hearing. Councilman Quast. recommended that a second public hearing be set for July 3, 1984, and that a final decision on mechanized collection be made at that time. Mayor Duncan stated that she had received a call earlier in the evening from an individual who favored the mechanized collection program and that this individual should be added to the record. Public Works Director Pittis then addressed the Council regarding a summary of staff findings. Following Public Works Director pittis' presentation, the Council concurred that a second public hearing would be held July 3, 1984, and that a final decision on mechanized collection would be made at that time. B. Six Year Comprehensive Street Program - Staff Presentation Followed by Public Hearing public Works Director Pittis addressed the Council regarding the Six Year Street Program. He then gave a general outline of the Six Year Street Program. Councilman Schermer inquired as to how revenue sharing funds were used in relation to the Program. Public Works Director Pittis stated that in the past, all matching funds had come from revenue sharing, but that various sources of funds could be used. Councilman Quast asked if the proposed re-signalization on First and Lincoln and Front and Lincoln could be added into the Six Year Program. Public Works Director Pittis stated that generally this type of project is not put on this type of program. 163 164 CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 1984 Mayor Duncan then opened the public hearing at 8:00 P.M. and asked for comments from the audience. Dennis Bragg of 13 Mt. Pleasant Road addressed the Council with concern about Golf Course Road, stating that it is one of the most hazardous areas within the City. He encouraged the development of a path or some other route for pedestrians before 1986 funding becomes available. Councilman Gerberding suggested the possibility of the neighbors supporting a small LID to supplement the effort. Keith Moffett then addressed the Council, questioning the procedure for the chip program. He noted concern over the I ability to stop at the intersection on East First at Aggie's Motel. Mayor Duncan then asked for further comments from the audience. There were none. She therefore closed the public hearing and read the resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 19-84 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles adopting the six Year Transportation Improvement Plan. Councilman Schermer moved to pass the Resolution as read by title, with Councilman Gerberding seconding, and the motion carried. C. Proposed Zoning Amendment to Central Business District Ci ty Planner Carr made note of typographical changes needed in the Ordinance. Mayor Duncan opened the public hearing at 8:17 P.M. and asked for comments from the audience. No comments were received from the public regarding the proposed zoning amendment to the Central Business District; therefore, Mayor Duncan closed the public hearing and read the Ordinance by title. entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2303 I AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles amending the Zoning Ordinance No. 1709 by replacing Section 9, Article IV, with a Central Business District; and repealing Section 9, Article IV of Ordinance No. 1709. Councilman Quast moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, with Councilman Whidden seconding. The Council and staff further discussed the matter at great length. Councilman Quast requested staff study where containers would be placed for mechanized collection and asked that businesses make accommodations for the containers. Following further discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 2. Planning Commission Minutes of June 13, 1984 A. Conditional Use Permit - Glass Request has been made for an extension of a Conditional Use Permit allowing a Bed and Breakfast establishment in the RS-7 Zone as a Home Occupation, located at 1108 South Oak Street. Mr. Glass addressed the Council regard- ing his Conditional Use Permit, requesting a code amendment for the sign at his Bed and Breakfast. He stated that the only purpose for the sign is identity, not advertising. Councilman Schermer moved to concur with the Planning Commission's recommendation to grant a two-year extension for the Home Occupation Bed and Breakfast, subj ect to the original conditions. Councilman Whidden seconded. The motion carried. I Councilman Quast then moved that the Planning Commission consider amending the code to make a sign possible for Bed and Breakfast establishments. Councilman Whidden seconded and the motion carried. B. Shoreline Management Permit - Port of Port Angeles The Port of Port Angeles has requested a Shoreline Permit to allow construc- tion of a heavy-duty log loading facility and approach trestle at the existing Terminal No. 3 site, located at the Port of Port Angeles Terminal No.3. Ken Sweeney, representative of the Port, addressed the Council and I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 1984 explained where the construction would be taking place. Councilman Quast moved to concur with the recommendations of the Planning Commission to grant the Permit, citing the following findings: (A) Ports, piers, and docks are permitted uses in urban shorelines in accordance with Use Activities F.8 and F.17; (B) The proposed reconstructed dock complies with General Regulation C.I, Land Use Element D.1.a, and Use Activity F.8.a, in that it is a water shoreline dependent use requiring frontage on navigable water and is located in an area which is already developed; (C) Because it is in an already developed industrial area, and represents the redevelopment upgrading of an existing facility, it reduces the exposure of a shoreline of statewide significance to development in furtherance of General Regula- tion C.4; (D) Since only minimum alteration of the shoreline and the normal degradation of the Harbor waters will occur only during construction, the proposal is in compliance with General Regulation C.4 and Use Activity F.8.d; (El The public visual access to the shoreline will not be affected over that now presently being experienced, but current Port activities and structural arrangement may conflict with public physical access to the shoreline and Harbor. Therefore, the proposal is in substantial compliance with General Regulation C.2 and Land Use Element 0.2; (F) The site and vicinity are planned for heavy industrial uses in accordance with the City's Comprehensive Plan and are designed M-2 in the City Zoning Regula- tions. Councilman Gerberding seconded and the motion carried. C. Conditional Use Permit - Gustafson Request has been made to allow a service making and altering bridal gowns as a Horne Occupation in the RS-7 Zone, located at 1320 South "I" Street. Councilman Whidden moved to concur with the Planning Commission recommenda- tion to approve the Conditional Use Permit for the Home Occupation provided that the hours of operation are from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Saturday, for customer drop-in. Councilman Gerberding seconded and the motion carried. D. Conditional Use Permit - Alwine Properties, Inc. A request has been made to allow a bakery transfer station and retail store as a Conditional Use in the CSD-Cl Community Shopping District, located at the southeast corner of Eighth and Vine Streets. vincent Cipriano addressed the Council, requesting that the hearing be postponed to allow other resi- dents of the area to attend. Betty Foster of 439 East Ninth, addressed the Council, stating that only one person in the neighborhood knew of the pro- posed Conditional Use Permit. Mrs. Foster was opposed to the idea of delivery trucks going through the neighborhood at 3:00 or 4:00 A.M. Coun- cilman Quast moved to deny the Conditional Use Permit and interpretation. Councilman Whidden seconded. Dottie Jones of 311 West Third, inquired as to whether or not the Airport Industrial Park would be a good area for wholesale outlets. Councilman Quast stated that he felt that this type of activity would be an imposition on property owners in the areaof South Vine Street, a depreciation of their property value, and disturbing their life- style. He stated that the wholesale part of this activity is not accep- table in the CSD-Cl Zone. Dennis Alwine, of Alwine Properties, then addressed the Council regarding the request. and giving reasons why the Conditional Use Permit should be granted. Keith Moffett addressed the Council, stating that economic development and the creation of jobS deserve extra consideration.- Betty Foster addressed the Council again, stating that the business is already in Port Angeles, but that they just wish to change their location. She stated that the current location on Front Street does not have as much of the residential exposure. Councilman Gerberding moved to table the matter until July 3, 1984. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Whidden then moved to accept and place on file the Planning Commission minutes of June 13, 1984, as written, with councilman Schermer seconding. The motion carried. 3. Discussion of the Need for Local Regulation of Tattoo'Shops Police Chief Cleland addressed the Council, asking if the Council was interested in regulating this activity. Mike Christina, owner of the Tattoo Shop, then addressed the Council. Mr. Christina presented a copy of the Seattle ordinance governing tattoo shops. Councilmembers explained that they already had a copy of this ordinance. Mr. Christina stated that the only portion of this ordinance that the Tattoo Shop does not comply with is the hard surface floor that can be mopped. He stated that the 165 166 CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 1984 floor at the Tattoo Shop is carpeted. He stated that their business will tattoo minors 16 and 17 year old, only with the written consent of their parents. Councilman Gerberding then moved that the Council instruct staff to prepare a draft ordinance patterned after the City of Seattle, specific- ally addressing minors and inebriated patrons. Councilman Whidden seconded and the motion carried. 4. Letter from Mrs. Wendy Anderton Regarding Safety and Protection of City's Youth - Update from Staff Regarding Bicycle Problem in Business Districts Mrs. Anderton addressed the Council, stating that she would like to see the Council support an overall program and participate in a protection program for the City's youth, mainly addressing kidnappings, child molestation, etc. She noted considerable concern that the tennis court at Lincoln Park has only one exit and could be a trap for a child. Parks & Recreation Director Marsh suggested that Mrs. Anderton contact Scott Brodhun, Recrea- tion Coordinator, so that he could work with her regarding her concerns. The Council discussed the matter with Mrs. Anderton and staff at further length. Police Chief Cleland then addressed the Council regarding the problem with bicycles in business districts. He stated that staff had met to discuss the matter and was in the process of formulating various pro- posals and cost estimates. The Council will consider proposals and cost estimates at the July 3, 1984, meeting. Leo Sunny then addressed the Council, stating that there are no provisions in this town for bicyclists. He stated that until provisions are made for bicyclists, no prohibition of bicycle riding on sidewalks should be enforced. The Council and staff discussed the matter further. 5. Letter Regarding Itinerant Merchants from Chamber of Commerce, Port Angeles Business Association, and the Port Angeles Downtown Association This item was informational. The staff will bring information and recom- mendations to the Council at a later date. 6. Progress Report from Policy Group - Harbor Resource Management plan Mayor Duncan updated the Council on the status of the proposed Harbor Plan and the Council reviewed the Harbor Plan outline. Manager Flodstrom informed the Council that consultant services for a complete study would cost approximately $125,000 over an 18-month period of time. The Council and staff discussed the matter at great length. Following further discus- sion, the Mayor stated that she favored conducting the recommended study and requested funding from the Council. Councilman Quast moved that the City is willing to participate financially in the Harbor Management Plan in the 1985 Budget. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. 7. Authorize Mayor to Sign Amendment to Washington State Energy Office Contract for Increased Conservation Measure Funding Councilman Quast moved to authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 2 to WSEO Contract No. 82-025B to cover funding and schedule revisions for the energy conservation project at William Shore Memorial Pool. Councilman Whidden seconded and the motion carried. 8. Consideration of Estimated Operating Costs and Revenues for the Proposed Port Angeles Civic Center Finance Director Orton explained to the Council the estimated operating costs and revenues for the proposed Port Angeles Civic Center. The Council will be considering these costs in planning sessions for 1985. 9. Consideration of Ballot Title - Bond Issue - Amount and Terms, and Official Facility Name Mayor Duncan read the Resolution by title. Attorney Knutson then pointed out necessary corrections in the wording of the Resolution. The Council then discussed the proper name for the Civic Center, which was officially named "The Vern Burton Memorial Community Center" by the Council previously. Mayor Duncan reread the resolution by title, entitled I I I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 1984 RESOLUTION NO. 20-84 I A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City at the general election to be held therein on September 18, 1984, of a proposition as to whether or not the City should issue its unlimited tax levy general obligation bonds in the principal sum of $1.325 million in order to provide funds to renovate and remodel the Vern Burton Memorial Community Center as a civic center. Councilman Whidden moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman Schermer seconded. On call for the question, the motion carried. 10. Consideration of Increased City Contribution to Public Ppwer Council Mayor Duncan made note of the fact that it was 10:15 P.M. Councilman Quast moved to continue with the remaining items on the agenda. Councilman Whidden seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Quast moved to concur with the recommendation of staff to approve an additional PPC assessment of $1,160 for 1984 PPC Information and Education programs. Councilman Schermer seconded. Councilman Gerberding stated that the Utility Advisory Committee had recommended the adoption of this allocation because of the very significant importance to keep the preference laws and the allocation of future rates equitable. On call for the question, the motion carried. 11. Letter of Resignation from Planning Commission - Todd Holm Councilman Schermer moved to accept the resignation with regret. Council- man Quast seconded and the motion carried. The Council concurred that a letter of appreciation or a certificate would be issued. 12. Letters of Application for Parks, Recreation and Beautification Commission Positions The Council scheduled interviews for July 3, 1984, prior to the regular Council meeting. Interviews will be from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. 13. Letters of Application for Planning Commission Position The Council will hold a special meeting prior to the regular meeting July 17, 1984, at 6:00 P.M. for the purpose of conducting interviews for the Planning Commission position. 14. City Manager Contract for 1985 Councilman Quast commended Manager Flodstrom for his outstanding leadership and moved to authorize a performance step increase, also authorizing the City Manager to attend executive management seminars during the year. Councilman Whidden seconded. Following discussion, the motion carried. 15. Update on Waterfront project Manager Flodstrom updated the Council and audience on the current status of the Waterfront Project. He stated that the Port of Port Angeles is cur- rently negotiating with the Department of Natural Resources for a long-term lease and that the time frame for proceeding with the project would be relatively short, once that lease agreement has been reached. He stated that the developers are looking to the spring construction season of next year and that the Port of Port Angeles is returning to the site to continue with site preparation and maintenance work now that salmon migration has discontinued. VIII LATE ITEMS Manager Flodstrom informed the Council that the Citizens for a Port Angeles Civic Center have indicated the need for good visual aids and display material for speakers who are appearing before groups to promote the bond 167 168 CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 1984 issue for the construction of the Civic Center. He stated that the original model of the Vern Burton Memorial Community Center is getting quite worn. Councilman Quast then moved that the Council authorize expenditures for the Civic Center model up to $1,000. The model would include parking facilities. Councilman Whidden seconded and the motion carried. Manager Flodstrom and the Council then discussed the Council's planning work session scheduled for June 21, 1984, from 9 AM to 3 PM. IX ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE/CITY COUNCIL NOT ON THE AGENDA Councilman Whidden updated the Council on the forthcoming Chamber of Commerce brochures. The first brochures have been received and the second brochures are expected to be received before the next regular City Council meeting. Mayor Duncan reminded the Council of the retirement dinner for Deputy Police Chief Roy Morgan, to be held June 29, 1984. Councilman Whidden indicated that he would be attending. Mayor Duncan then directed the Council's attention to the recent decision by the Cla11am Transit Authority to turn down the proposal for an addi- tional route to Hurricane Ridge. She asked if there were any alternatives to complete discontinuance. Councilman Schermer stated that the majority of the Transit Board do not want to compete with private enterprise. Mayor Duncan objected to the decision of the Clallam Transit Authority, stating that citizens of Port Angeles have requested the Transit System provide this service and that the citizens do not benefit from tour buses which offer the same route to Hurricane Ridge. Mayor Duncan then commended C1allam County resident Matt Dryke for qualify- ing for the Olympics and stated that the City of Port Angeles is planning a send-off celebration for Matt. Mayor Duncan will report on that send-off at a later date, once plans are firmed up. Councilman Quast complimented Dale Warner and the Street Crew for the good work done on Park Street and on Peabody on the alley. Councilman Whidden inquired as to the possibility of the Council meeting with the Planning Commission to discuss Downtown parking. The Council discussed the matter and determined to schedule a meeting some time after the Port Angeles Downtown Association had come to a firm arrangement on their plans for Downtown parking. A joint meeting could be scheduled at that time. Councilman Schermer noted that Marine Drive is in need of being cleaned up. X ADJOURNMENT Mayor Duncan adjourned the meeting at 10:50 P.M. Z?(J,,I,i- tJ ~tUnMJLt t / Cler J~~ I I I