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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/19/2000 4207 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington June 19, 2000 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, and Wiggins. Members ~t bsent: Councilman Williams. Staff Present: Manager Quiun, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, B. Collins, G. Cutler, D. McKeen, Y. Ziomkowski, T. Riepe, G. Kenworthy, and B. Coons. Public Present: G. Gleason, L. Lee, T. Larson, P. Walker, M. Lund, and K. Cummins. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Doyle. ALLEGIANCE: CEREMONIAL The presentation of life saving awards was deferred to a future meeting. MATTERS/ PROCLAMATIONS: Life Saving awards for Ann Brewer and Elizabeth Toth WORK SESSION: None. LATE ITEMS TO BE None. PLACED ON THIS OR FUTURE AGENDA: FINANCE: 1. ~4mend Pole Agreement with Olympic Memorial Hospital Pole Agreement with Mayor Doyle reviewed the information provided by Public Works & Utilities Director Olympic Memorial Cutler on the matter of amending the Pole Rental Agreement with Olympic Memorial Hospital Hospital. Director Cutler informed the Council that language was added to the agreement to permit the City to provide a 180-day notice that OMH equipment be removed in order to become a part of the City's telecommunications system. Councilmember McKeown inquired as to whether the City allows other businesses to utilize the City's poles, to which Director Cutler responded in the affLrmative. Couneilmember MeKeown moved to authorize the Director of Public Works & Utilities to sign the Amendment Pole Rental Agreement with Olympic Memorial Hospital. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Bids for New Medic Unit 2. Request to ,4dvertise for Bids for new Medic Unit Mayor Doyle reviewed the information provided by Fire Chief McKeen and Equipment Services Superintendent Burrett regarding a request to advertise for bids for a new medic unit. Councilman Wiggins asked about the number of medic units currently in use, and Chief McKeen noted there were three. The unit being replaced is vehicle number two which has become unreliable. Discussion was held as to whether the solicitation for bids must be approved by the Council, particularly when the purchase was authorized within the realm of the budget. Opinions were expressed that such approval should not be required, yet some -1- CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 2000 Bids for New Medic Unit Councilmembers felt it helpful to at least be informed at the time such a big purchase (Cont'd) is going out for bid. After further discussion, Councilman Campbell moved to authorize the Fire Department and Equipment Services to advertise for bids for the new medic unit. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Wiggins moved to accept the Consent Agenda to include: 1) Council minutes of the June 6, 2000 regular meeting; 2) Check Register - June 14, 2000 - $1,021,496.93. Councilmember Erickson seconded the motion. Councilman Campbell offered a correction to Page 5 of the minutes in that Harold Brislin's name should be corrected to "Brisbin". All Councilmembers voted in support of the motion, with the exception of Councilmembers I-Iulett and Erickson, who abstained from voting on the minutes of June 6, 2000 due to absence from that meeting. Because abstentions are counted as affirmative votes, the motion carried unanimously. CITY COUNCIL Councilman Campbell attended the team-building conference sponsored by the County COMMITTEE for those involved in the salmon recovery effort; consideration is being given to REPORTS: forming a regional group for the Peninsula, and Councilman Campbell outlined the benefit of working together in the area. Councilman Caropbell reported that he met with the Public Information Officer for the Olympic Air Pollution Control Authority regarding a presentation to City Council about burning regulations. Fire Chief McKeen advised the Council that it is likely this presentation will be made in August. Councilman Wiggins reported receiving a call from Carl Alexander about not receiving an opinion card on term limits. Clerk Upton informed the Council that the cards must be manually inserted into each billing envelope and, thus far, about 30 customers have been missed. She asked that anyone not receiving a card contact her so that one can be mailed to the customer. The temi limit cards will continue to be sent out with the utility bills throughout the month. Mayor Doyle reported welcoming the State Transportation Commission, who held a hearing on June 7, 2000, in the Council Chambers. Manager Quinn presented a letter to the Commission on Port Angeles transportation needs, including current projects such as the 8* Street bridge replacement and the Lauridsen Boulevard/Airport Road realignment. He mentioned that staff had done a good job putting together historical photographs from 1914 when the wooden retaining wall was built on Highway 101 just above the Red Lion. Councilman Wiggins introduced the subject of the Forest Service roadless plan and an upcoming hearing on the matter this week. He had prepared a letter to the Editor, copies of which had been provided to the Council. Councilman Wiggins felt it inappropriate for the President to set aside additional acreage of the forest, as such a decision should be left to Congress. After further discussion, Councilman Wiggins moved to send a letter opposing the additional designation of roadless, and wilderness areas. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Mayor Doyle attended the Cascadia Mayors Conference in Seattle on June 9, 2000, which he found to be. informative. The main issues were housing and economic development. Amendment to Civil Ordinances Not Requiring Public Hearings Service Ordinance and Rules/Regulations Amendment to Civil Service Ordinance and Rules/Regulations Ordinance No. 3054 Mayor Doyle reviewed the information provided by the Human Resources Manager regarding an amendment to the Civil Service Ordinance and Rules/Regulations. Manager Quinn noted that excluding the Police Chief from the classes covered by Civil Service does not deny the position the same roles and regulations that are covered in the City's Personnel Manual. Manager Quinn would like to move ahead in the selection process for a new Chief of Police, and this amendment would give greater flexibility in the selection process. He noted that the selection process would involve the community and the Police Department. The Civil Service Commission expressed support for the amendment. Manager Qulnn added that Mr. Clark, Teamster Representative, was in attendance at the Commission meeting, as was the Union Steward. Mayor Doyle read -2- CITY COUNCIL MEETING 4 2 0 cj June 19, 2000 Amendment to Civil the Ordinance by rifle, entitled Service Ordinance and Rules/Regulations ORDINANCE NO. 3054 Ordinance No. 3054 (Cont'd) AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington removing the position of Police Chief from the classified civil service and amending Ordinance 2410 as amended and Chapter 2.22 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilmember McKeown moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Mayor Doyle continued by reviewing thc proposed amendment to thc Civil Service Rules/Regulations as provided by the Human Resources Department. He then read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 7-00 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending the rules of the Civil Service Commission by removing the position of Police Chief from the Classified Civil Service. Councilmember Wiggins moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Travel Policy Revisions Resolutions Not Requiring Public Hearings Resolution No. 8-00 1. Travel Policy Revisions Mayor Doyle reviewed the information provided by Finance Director Ziomkowski on the proposed Travel Policy revisions and read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 8-00 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending the Personnel Policies and Procedures by revising the tuition reimbursement, travel, and vehicle use policy. Director Ziomkowski summarized the changes being made in the travel policy. Councilman Campbell agreed that the travel expenses should be doubled from $750.00 to $1500.00; however, he suggested that travel expenses are planned for and approved in the budget and should not be put before Council. Discussion ensued, with Councilmembers expressing opposing sentiments on whether travel expenses should be approved by the Council. It was noted that all travel expenses are reflected in the check list. Councilman Wiggins moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Couneilmember Eriekson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Other Considerations None. INFORMATION: City Manager's Report: Manager Quirm reported a majority of the Council will be attending the AWC 2000 Annual Conference in Spokane, June 21~t -June 23rd. In the Information Agenda, the Council received an update on the status of the GWI determination, as well as the Lauridsen Boulevard/Edgewood Drive Airport Project. Manager Quinn also presented Council with a letter from the City of Forks in support of the Unisys Concept Project. Councilman Campbell noted that the City has targeted $90,000 for the Lauridsen Boulevard Project. Because the project costs have increased, he queried as to whether the City's share would increase as well. City Engineer Kenworthy replied in the affunnative, noting the City would be submitting a request to the Transportation Improvement Board to fund the additional project costs. The Council was informed of the re,signing of the Carnegie Parking Lot to limit parking to 3 hours or permit parking in designated areas. -3- CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 2000 PUBLIC HEARINGS - None. QUASI-JUDICIAL: PUBLIC HEARINGS - 1. Capital Facilities Plan~Transportation Improvement Program OTHER: Mayor Doyle reviewed the information provided by Public Works & Utilities Director Capital Facilities Plan/ Cutler regarding the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Mayor Doyle Transportation continued the public hearing at 7:00 p.m. Improvement Program Resolution No. 9-00 Gary Gleason, 2211 East 7~' Avenue, representing the City's Non-Motorized Advisory Committee, thanked Council and staff for putting the Committee's items on the list of projects. The Committee would like Items 18, 26, 27, 50 & 52 to have a higher priority as far as iraplemantation. Mr. Gleason noted that, as the Waterfront Trail progresses, there will be a need to maintain facilities in relation to this trail such as the actual trail and restrooms. It was recommended to Parks & Recreation that there be a coordinated use of volunteers to maintain trails. He noted that Clallam County is working on a Trails Advisory Committee for such efforts, and Mr. Gleason urged a cooperative effort between the Parks Department and the Port of Port Angeles to work together to maintain trails for public use. There was no further public testimony, and Mayor Doyle closed the public hearing at 7:08 p.m. Mayor Doyle read the Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 9-00 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, adopting the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2001-2006. Councilman Campbell moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Couneilmember Erickson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Director Cutler noted that in the 3~a paragraph of Resolution 9-00 after the words City Engineer add, "and as attached hereto as Exhibit A". Comprehensive Plan 2. Comprehensive Plan ~Irnendments Amendments Mayor Doyle reviewed the information provided by Planning Director Collins regarding the Comprehensive Plan Amendments for 2000. Councilman Hulett asked the City Attorney ffhe was allowed to participate in the public hearing since he was not in attendance at the last meeting, to which Attorney Knutson responded in the affirmative as this was a legislative item. Mayor Doyle noted the three proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments 00-01, 00-02, and 00-03, and he continued the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. There being no further public testimony, Mayor Doyle closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. It was noted that CPA 00-01 included 10 findings instead of 9. Councilman Hulett asked staff if the proposed density change in Amendment 00-03 would affect the sewer line capacity. City Engineer Kenworthy replied there would be enough sewer capacity for the proposed amendments. Mayor Doyle suggested the amendments be discussed in numerical order. CPA 00-01 Lurid 2.a. Mayor Doyle reviewed the information provided by Director Collins regarding the proposed amendment to change the area along the west side of Race Street between 5~ and 7~ Streets from Medium Density Residential to Commercial. Councilman Wiggins questioned the difference between this amendment and the Jim Ree~ Race Street amendment. Councilman Campbell replied that Mr. Reed came to the Planning Commission prior to starting his project. The applicants for the current proposed amendment placed a business in a residential area prior to getting the proper approval, the substantial difference being in the approach of the developers. There was also not the same opposition by the public in the Jim Reed development as there was with the Lund development. Councilmember McKeown voiced disapproval of changing a residential area into a commercial area. Councilman Wiggins moved to deny CPA 00-01, citing Findings 1 - 10 and Conclusions A - E, as set forth in Exhibit "A' which is attached to and becomes a part of these minutes. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. -4- CITY COUNCIL MF_EI~G June 19, 2000 CPA 00-02 City of Port 2.b. Mayor Doyle reviewed the information provided regarding the proposal to Angeles allow an exception to the maximum residential density of 43 units per acre for Ordinance No. 3055 the conversion of existing motel or hotel units to residential units. Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 3055 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending Ordinance 2818 as amended and the Comprehensive Plan by allowing a greater density for existing motel or hotel units in the High Density Residential (HDR) land use category. Councilman Hulett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, citing Findings 1 - 12 and Conclusions A - F, as set forth in Exhibit "B" which is attached to and becomes a part of these minutes. Councilman Wiggins seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CPA 00-03 Momingview 2.c. Mayor Doyle reviewed the information on the proposal to change the Development Comprehensive Land Use Map designation of an area south of Lindberg Road Ordinance No. 3056 and east of Golf Course Road from Low Density Residential (LDR) to High Density Residential (HDR). Mayor Doyle read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. ~0~6 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending ordinance 2818 as amended and the Comprehensive Plan by revising the land use designation for a small area south of Lindberg Road and east of Golf Course Road from Low Density Residential (LDR) to High Density Residential (HDR). Couneiimember Erickson moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, citing Findings I - 17 and Conclusions A - H, as set forth in Exhibit "C" which is attached to and becomes a part of these minutes. Couneilmember McKeown seconded the motions .-':~".:" :ar:::~ .............._.........vuo.~. Mayor Doyle noted that two Planning Commissioners did not support this proposal due to the proximity of a future alternate cross town route alignment. Brad Collins replied that the Heart of the Hills parkway or an alternate route for 10i has been in the planning stages. With the passage of 1-695 that plan has been shelved. The BPA power lines go through the southern portion of this proposed site. It is not likely that the future alignment will be exactly adjacent to or underneath the power lines. There was a concern about this property location because of close proximity to the BPA power lines. The majority of the development relating to this proposal would be on the north side of the power lines adjacent to Lindberg Road, which would leave the portion south of the power lines available for a possible future realignment route. Mayor Doyle raised the issue about the width of Lindberg Road relating to future development and if there should be an easement left for a certain number of feet. City Engineer Kenworthy replied that Lindberg Road is a 60 foot fight-of-way. Mayor Doyle inquired as to putting a condition on this amendment to allow for an easement in case of possible need for space for a realignment. The City Attorney replied that it would not be appropriate to place a condition on a Comprehensive Plan amendment. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Break Mayor Doyle recessed the meeting for a break at 7:40 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:55 p.m. INFORMATION: City Manager's Report (Cont'd) Manager Quinn made a correction to the memo on the Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Hurricane Ridge Winter Education Foundation wherein the recommendation is to affnma policy 'direction' to Sports Education staff. Manager Quinn welcomed Mr. Steve Oliver, President of the Hurricane Ridge Foundation Winter Sports Education Foundation, as well as County Commissioner Carole Boardman, who was present in support of the Hurricane Ridge proposal. -5- CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 19, 2000 Hurricane Ridge Winter Mr. Oliver introduced Roger takes, Carol Johnson, and Bob Allman, who were in Sports Education attendance on behalf of the Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Education Foundation. Mr. Foundation (Cont'd) Oliver previously made a presentation to the County Commissioners which was positively received. He advised the Council that National Park Concessions, Inc., currently operates the concessions at the Hurricane Ridge Lodge. The existing concession comes up for renewal in 2002, and the Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Club would like an opportunity to operate the concessions for the Lodge. Safety and maintenance improvements can be made to the existing alpine area, the lodge can be opened longer during the year, and the road can be opened longer. The entity best capable of facilitating this proposal would be a Public Development Authority. Because the operation would take place outside City boundaries, an interlocal agreement between the City and the County would be required. Mr. Oliver felt this would be an opportunity for everyone to work together in the interest of growing tourism. He asked for the Council's support in finalizing a proposed Ordinance and Charter to pursue the Public Development Authority. Discussion followed, with the Councilmembers speaking in support of the proposal. Mayor Doyle raised the issue of financing the proposal, and Mr. Oliver noted that the organization is making plans for fund-raising and formulating a business plan. Councilman Hulett inquired as to the approval process for awarding the concession contract, and Mr. Oliver responded that a committee is appointed to forward a recommendation for the award. The process consists of local participation, as well as participation from Washington D.C. Councilman Wiggins moved to affirm policy direction to staff to work with the Foundation and Clallam County to effect the formation of a PDA for said purpose and bring back the required documents when ready. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Mayor Doyle interrupted the City Manager's Report to note that, at the last meeting, a public hearing on the Maverick Development was continued. Mayor Doyle asked the City Attorney for direction. Attorney Knutson replied that the matter was not a public hearing but an appeal, which would have been a closed record appeal. He added that the Planning Commission did grant the parking variance as modified, so there would ~ ,.. bq no need for further action by the City Council. City Manager's Report (Cont'd) Manager Quinn referred Council to the Mid-Year Status Report on the 2000 Goals. He indicated the City is in good fkscal shape, and he discussed promoting quality municipal services, improving governmental relations, and developing City facilities, infrastructure and programs. Manager Quinn mentioned items in the goals and objectives list that are italicized as items that have not been completed. Councilman Wiggins was pleased with the status report and would like to see a time schedule for certain projects, such as the convention center proposal. Manager Quirm replied that an RFP is being developed, and the City should have completion by the end of the year. Manager Quinn suggested taking initiatives to create more revenue sources for the City of Port Angeles. Councilman Wiggins expressed concern about the rising year-to-date jail costs, and he inquired if there was a budget limit for jail expenses. Manager Quinn responded there is a budget for jail expenses, and staff is working to determine reasons why the City is experiencing such an increase. Attorney Knutson noted that, since 1997, the City has been responsible for payment of jail costs. Previous to 1997, jail costs were rising, and the criminal code was repealed to keep costs down. He cited one of the reasons the numbers are up is due to citizens being on probation and then violating the terms and being incarcerated. He indicated that staff is cooperating with the County on electronic home monitoring to keep jail costs down. It was noted that revenues from the Courts are not reflected. Councilman Campbell noted that the United Way of Clallam County report provided useful data on the community. Mayor Doyle mentioned that the State Legislature has changed the rules for bicycle usage of sidewalks, and that bicycles are allowed on sidewalks. Acting Police Chief Riepe indicated it is not legal to ride a bicycle on sidewalks in a business area but is legal on residential streets. ADJOURN TO None. EXECUTIVE SESSION: -6- crFY COUNCIL I~G 4 213 June 19, 2000 ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m. '~7~'~ Becky J. UI~ (Y~Y Clerk ~'- L -7- 4214 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Exhibit "A" 4215 FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS FOR DENIAL OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT - CPA 00-01, LUND: Findings: 1. The 2000 Comprehensive Plan Amendment is proposed by a property owner, Mr. Michael Lund, for a change in the land use designation from Medium Density Residential to Commercial in the area along the west side of Race Street between 5th and 7th Streets. 2. The proposal encompasses a small strip (a few lots deep for a two block area). 3. The amendment was submitted in a timely manner prior to March 31, 2000. 4. The proposed Comprehensive Land Use Map amendment would expand the commercial land use designation along the planned crosstown truck route. 5. The Comprehensive Plan has been reviewed with respect to the proposed amendment, and the City's Comprehensive Plan Growth Management Element Goal A, Policies A. 1 and A. 17, Land Use Element Goal A, Policy A. 1, Goal C, Policy C. 1, 6. Goal E, Policies E.2, E.3, E.5, and E.6, and Transportation Element Goal B, Policies B.2, B.3, B.6, B.7, and Objective B.1 were found to be the most relevant. 7. The crosstown truck route policies were adopted to take early action to relieve the intensive pressure on the principal arterial (US 101) and the minor arterial (Marine Dr) corridor through the downtown area. 8. A Determination of NonSignificance was issued per WAC 197-11-355 on May 23, 2000. 9. A previous Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA 96-01) changed the east side of Race Street south of Sixth Street from the Medium Density Residential to Commercial land use designation. 10. Three letters and a petition with 39 names opposing the proposed change in land use designation from residential to commercial have been received. Conclusions: A. Such expansion is not consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element Goal E, Policies E.2, E.5, and E.6, and Transportation Element Goal B, Policies B.2, B.3, B.6, B.7, and Objective B.1. B. If the primary purpose for relocating truck traffic off of First and Front Streets is to avoid commercial areas where access and congestion are significant 4216 concerns with circulation patterns, then developing new commercial areas along the planned crosstown truck route would defeat a purpose for the major capital improvements planned and given high priority in the Comprehensive Plan. C. The expansion of a commercial area along the planned crosstown track route on Race Street should be seen as reducing the potential benefit for such a route and therefore decreasing consideration of very costly improvements in the future. D. The City's action on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 00-01 is consistent with the established procedures for amending the Comprehensive Plan, Title 18, Port Angeles Municipal Code. E. Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 00-01 is not in the public interest without a change in policies that give high priority to the planned crosstown truck route along Race Street. Adopted by the Port Angeles City Council at its meeting of June 19, 2000. l~l~tyor,~ o f Port ~elesd~''- Becky J. l ton, it Exhibit "B" 4217 FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN SUPPORT OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT - CPA 00-02, City of Port Angeles: Findings: 1. Based on an administrative interpretation of Comprehensive Plan policies and development reviews of the conversions of several existing buildings, the City is proposing the following amendment: Land Use Element, General Comments Section, page 51, "High Density Residential (up to 43 units per net acre, except that existing motel or hotel units may be converted to residential units at a density greater than 43 units per net acre)." 2. The proposal provides an exception to the maximum residential density that is permitted in the City of Port Angeles with the intention of facilitating the reuse of vacant and often derelict motel and hotel buildings. 3. The City has experienced blight caused by the abandonment of large buildings such as the Lee Hotel, which represent a significant investment and are subject to lengthy periods while sale is offered and/or when dilapidation takes place. 4. Before the new Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Regulations were adopted under with the Growth Management Act, the City's policies made residential use nonconforming in commercial zones. Changes in the Comp Plan policies in 1994 and the Zoning Code regulations in 1995 encouraged and permitted residential uses in commercial zones. Consequently, reuse of motels and hotels for residential apartments and condominium units is now possible. 5. The proposal applies to motels and hotels City-wide. 6. The amendment was submitted in a timely manner prior to March 31, 2000. 7. The Comprehensive Plan has been reviewed with respect to the proposed amendment, and Land Use Element Goals B, C, D, and F, Policies C. 1-C.4, D.1, and F.3, Housing Element Goals A and B, Policies A.1, A.2, A.5, B.3, and B.5, and Economic Development Element Policy B.5 were found to be the most relevant. 8. The Comp Plan goals and policies encourage a variety of residential opportunities and densities within a community of viable districts and neighborhoods, creating the desired urban design of the City where housing in available and affordable. 9. The Public Works and Fire Departments have no comments on the proposal. 10. A Determination of NonSignificance was issued per WAC 197-11-355 on May 23, 2000. 4218 11. Notice of the public hearing on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan was published on May 10, 2000. 12. No public comments have been received. Conclusions: A. The proposed density revision is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element Goals B, C, D, and F, Policies C.1-C.4, D.1, and F.3, Housing Element Goals A and B, Policies A. 1, A.2, A.5, B.3, and B.5, and Economic Development Element Policy B.5. B. High density housing should be located in areas of the community most suitable for such uses, based on existing services, public facilities, and transportation. C. Residential conversions of old motels and hotels will help to maintain a healthy and diverse commercial sector by renovating blighted buildings. D. The City's action on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 00-02 is consistent with the establish, ed procedures for amending the Comprehensive Plan, Title 18, Port Angeles Municipal Code. E. Most existing motels and hotels are located downtown or along primary arterials where public facilities and services are adequate to serve the needs of residential densities in excess of 43 units per acre. F. Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 00-02 by encouraging housing opportunities and economic development is in the public interest. Adopted by the Port Angeles City Council at its meeting of June 19, 2000. ;l~ayor, ~ ofPo~ A~les~ Becky-Ji U~lon, ffity ied - Exhibit "C" 4219 FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS IN SUPPORT OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT - CPA 00-03, Momingview Development: Findings: 1. The 2000 Comprehensive Plan Amendment is proposed by a property owner, Momingview Development, for a change in the land use designation from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential in the area south of Lindberg Road and east of Golf Course Road. 2. The proposal encompasses a small area between the Bonneville Power Administration electrical transmission lines and Peninsula Golf Club. 3. The amendment was submitted in a timely manner prior to March 31, 2000. 4. The applicant is requesting to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use designation for a small area on the south side of Lindberg Road and east of Golf Course Road from Low Density Residential (LDR) to High Density Residential (HDR). 5. The proposed Comprehensive Land Use Map amendment would increase the vacant, buildable high density residential land available in the City by approximately 9 acres (5%). 6. One letter in oppo, sition to the proposal has been received, requested an estimate of how much of the current zoned HDR in Port Angeles is already developed as HDR, and expressed concerns about traffic accidents. 7. Several previous analyses of the amount of the City's land uses have shown that there is a relative shortage of high density residential to low density residential designated areas. 8. The most recent land use analysis in Port Angeles was included in the 1995 SEIS for the Areawide Zoning Code amendments. In that study, 165 acres of high density residential land was available compared to 2,300 acres of low density residential zoned property. In 1993 EIS for the Comprehensive Plan, an analysis of the vacant, buildable acreage found 12 acres of RHD zoned land and 491 RS-7/RS-9 zoned land were available. 9. There have been minimal changes in the City's development in the second half of the decade of the 1990's. The City's April, 2000, official population estimates were based on 78% single family and 22% multi-family housing units with an declining household size. 10. The Comprehensive Plan has been reviewed with respect to the proposed amendment, and the City's Comprehensive Plan Growth Management Element Goal A, Policies A. 1 and A. 17, Land Use Element Goal A, Policy A. 1, Goal C, Policy C. 1 were found to be the most relevant. 4220 11. These goals and policies encourage a variety of residential opportunities and densities within a community of viable districts and neighborhoods, creating the desired urban design of the City where housing in available and affordable. 12. The properties in the area along Golf Course Road were annexed into the City several years ago, and a Utility Local Improvement District (ULID) was formed to provide sewer services. 13. Although the subject area is served by Lindberg and Golf Course Roads, both of which are arterial streets, roadway improvements will be needed at the time of development for City street standards to be met and projected traffic demand to be satisfied. 14. The Comprehensive Plan goals and policies also direct that utility services be provided in an efficient and cost-effective manner, distributed equitably across the City, and designed for the maximum planned density and/or land use intensity of a given area. 15. In a recent ULID that included the subject area, costs were higher than expected, creating a financial hardship on property owners and utility rate payers. 16. There are several other High Density Residential designations in the vicinity of the subject area adjacent to the Peninsula Golf Club. 17. A Determination of NonSignificance was issued per WAC 197-11-355 on May 23, 2000. Conclusions: A. The proposal to change the Low Density Residential (LDR) land use designation along the south side of Lindberg Road to High Density Residential (HDR) is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element Goals B and C, Policies C.1-C.4, Utilities and Public Services Element Goals A and D, Policies A. 1, D.1, and D.11, Housing Element Goal A and Policy A.5, and Economic Development Element Policy B.5. B. Medium and high density housing should be located in areas of the community most suitable for such uses, based on existing services, public facilities, and transportation. C. In this case, high density housing could be a transitional use between the Bonneville Power Administration electrical transmission lines and the golf course without adversely impacting the residential nature of the housing on the site and in the area. D. The proposal is in an area of new development, which should be served by sanitary sewers, and new sewer service was recently developed by the City. L~221 E. The City adjusted the ULID assessments in the subject area with the expectation that new developments such as are proposed would take place within the ten-year bond period and make the assessment costs more equitable. F. The Comp Plan amendment proposal is consistent with other developments in the Peninsula Golf Course area which are oriented to retirement and recreational community interests. G. The City's action on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 00-03 is consistent with the established procedures for amending the Comprehensive Plan, Title 18, Port Angeles Municipal Code. H. Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 00-03 by encouraging housing opportunities and economic development is in the public interest. Adopted by the Port Angeles City Council at its meeting of June 19, 2000. ]~ecky J. l~ton,~ity ele/rk