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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 07/02/1985 I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington July 2, 1985 I CALL TO ORDER Mayor Whidden called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Whidden, Councilmen Gerberding, Haguewood, Hordyk, Quast, Schermer, Stamon. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Flodstrom, Assistant Attorney Kelly, Deputy Clerk Anderson, P. Carr, B. Myers, R. Saville, S. Brodhun, L. Glenn, J. Pittis, R. Orton. Public Present: D. & B. Stephens, Mrs. W. Thompson, B. Gibson, D. Alwine, R. Winterfeld, S. Fahnestock, C. Miller, J. Hallett, G. Austin, E. MCElravy, S. Dunlap, D. Goodwin, L. ROSS. III MINUTES Councilman Hordyk moved the Council accept and place on file as received the minutes of the June 18, 1985, regular Council meeting. Councilman Gerberding seconded. On call for the question the motion carried. IV CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Hordyk moved the Council accept the items listed under the Con- sent Agenda, including (1) Correspondence from the Washington State Liquor Control Board; (2) Request permission to call for bids - Chip Seal Program; (3) Request permission to call for bids - Distribution transformer (Hiller Project); and (4) Vouchers of $218,430.56 and Payroll of $213 ,244.66. Councilman Stamon seconded and on call for the question, the motion carried. V FINANCE 1. Rebidding of Pharmacy Contract - Health Plan Mayor Whidden reviewed a memorandum from Risk Manager Vince Clay regarding the rebidding of the pharmacy contract for the City's health plan. Based upon staff recommendation to update the drug list included in the bid specifications, Councilman Hordyk moved that the Council reject all original bids and that the contract be rebid, using updated specifications. Councilman Schermer seconded and on call for the question, the motion carried. 2. June l4, 1985, Riddell, Williams Bill Authori~ed for Payment Councilman Gerberding moved the Council approve payment of the June 14, 1985, Riddell, Williams bill for legal representation on WPPSS issues in the amount of $1,195.72. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA Art Rud, 1419 West 16th Street, Port Angeles, requested that a discussion of the swimming pool construction project be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting. ITEMS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA None. VII LEGISLATION 1. Awards Presented for Yard of the Month Program Mayor Whidden presented awards to the following individuals for recognition 367 368 CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 2, 1985 in the City I s first month of the "Yard of the Month" Program: Dave and Sharon Dunlap, 2403 Seabreeze Place, Bob and Violetta Schackel 1005 "I" Street, Andy Olson, 138 West 14th Street, Mrs. Alta Wolverton, 821 Race Street, Jim Antolock, 814 Golf Course Road, Dr. William Gray, 228 East Lauridsen Blvd. The presentation of awards has been held in conjunction with the City's summer reduction in water rates to encourage maintenance, beautification, and landscaping of City lawns. Those wishing to nominate future candidates for the City's "Yard of the Month" Program are requested to phone the City at 457-0411, extension 227, prior to the 20th of each month. 2. Public Hearings A. Six Year Transportation Plan Mayor Whidden opened the public hearing for consideration and approval of the resolution which publicly reviews the City's annual six year transpor- tation improvement program as required by State law. There being no public comment, Mayor Whidden closed the public hearing. Mayor Whidden then read the following Resolution by title entitled RESOLUTION NO. 18-85 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles adopting the Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council pass the above Resolution as read by title. Councilman Quast seconded. Council discussed the six-year plan with Public Works Director Pittis and on call for the question, the motion carried. B. Review of One-Way Traffic for 13/14 Alley West of Lincoln Street (St. Matthew's Lutheran Church Conditional Use Permit Condition) Mayor Whidden opened the public hearing for consideration of the one-way traffic designation for the 13/14 alley west of Lincoln Street, which is a condition of the Conditional Use Permit issued for St. Matthew's Lutheran Church. The City had received a petition from six property owners adjacent to the 13/14 alley asking that the City remove the one-way signs in the alley. There being no public conunent, Mayor Whidden closed the public hearing. Councilman Quast moved that the Council concur with the recom- mendation of the Public Works Department and return the 13/14 alley west of Lincoln to a two-way street designation. Councilman Gerberding seconded. Councilman Haguewood amended the motion to read that the alley would be returned to the two-way street designation at no additional expense to the citizens of the area or to the Church. Councilman Gerberding concurred to the amendment. The amendment to the motion carried. Councilman Stamon then moved that the original motion be additionally amended to read that no left turns be allowed north into Lincoln Street and that the existing bush to the south be removed. Councilman Hordyk seconded the amendment. On call for the question on the amendment, the motion carried. On call for the question, the original motion as twice amended carried. Following further discussion by the Council, Councilman Gerberding moved that the Council authorize staff to proceed with redesign work on the Lincoln/Boulevard traffic intersection. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. C. Alwine Rezone Request Mayor Whidden opened the public hearing for public comment on a request for a rezone of the northeast corner of Peabody and Sixth Streets from RMF to oc, Office Commercial - Alwine. Dennis Alwine, 1234 East Front Street, Port Angeles, and purchaser of the property at Sixth and Peabody, addressed the Council at length regarding existing land use in the area, proposed use, the need for the rezone and background information on rezone requests to the Office Commercial Zone. Planner Carr reviewed for the Council the Planning Department I s recommendation that the application for rezone be denied, as the property in question is outside the present commercial "T" and a rezone of this property may expose Peabody Street in the intermediate term to strip commercial development and therefore adversely affect the residential development in the immediate vicinity. Councilmen Hordyk, l I I I I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 2, 1985 Schermer and Gerberding discussed at length the implications of a rezone to Office Commercial in this area, and Councilman Haguewood requested that adequate provisions be made for off-street parking. Carleton Olson, Port Angeles, then addressed the Council and spoke in favor of the rezone request. Paul Dole, West 15th, Port Angeles, commented on Councilman Haguewood's concerns regarding requirements for off-street parking. There being no further public comment, Mayor Whidden closed the public hearing. Mayor Whidden then read the following Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2347 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles reclassifying property located at the northeast corner of Peabody and Sixth Streets from RMF to OC, and amending the Official Zoning Map, Ordinance 2158. Councilman Stamon requested that the Council keep in mind during considera- tion of this rezone request the domino effect, which would come into play in this area. Councilman Schermer then moved that the Council adopt the foregoing Ordinance as read by title and further instruct the Planning Commission to conduct a study of the need for Office Commercial zoning in the area of Peabody Street, and the ramifications this rezone would have on future requests for rezone. Councilman Hordyk seconded. Councilman Quast then moved that the motion be amended to read that in allowing the rezone that the Council declares its intent to consider and take under study as well a rezone to Office Commercial for the easterly three lots beginning on the alley of 4th and 5th and ending on the alley of 5th and 6th, and beginning on Fifth Street going south to Sixth Street the first three westerly lots; and to refer the matter to the Planning Commission -for further consideration of the entire area. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman Quast, during discussion of the amendment to the motion, clari- fied that his intent was to mitigate the impacts of a spot rezone and request the Planning Commission to consider the entire area as a whole. On call for the amendment to the motion, the amendment carried. On call for the question, the amended motion to adopt the Ordinance approving the rezone to Office commercial for the northeast corner of Peabody and Sixth Street carried, with Councilman Gerberding voting "No". D. Downtown Parking and Business Improvement Area Public Hearing - Tabled Mayor Whidden reviewed a memorandum from City Manager Flodstrom which in- dicated there had not been sufficient time to notify all Downtown business owners and operators prior to tonight's City Council meeting and public hearing on the Parking and Business Improvement- Area. councilman Quast moved the Council reschedule the public hearing on the Downtown Parking and Business Improvement Area to the regular City Council meeting of July 16th. Councilman Hordyk seconded and the motion carried. 3. Planning Commission Minutes - June 26, 1985 A. Shoreline Management Permit - SMA-85(5)69 - British Petroleum Councilman Hordyk moved the Council concur with the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve the request for a Shoreline Permit to allow construction of a float, two dolphins, anchor piles, and a gangway ramp connected to an existing wharf at the property located directly east of Crown Zellerbach on Ediz Hook. Councilman Gerberding seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Hordyk then moved that the Planning Commission minutes of June 26, 1985, be accepted and placed on file. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. Mayor Whidden congratulated Jim Hulett for being elected Vice-Chairman of the Planning Commission. 4. Odell/Austin Annexation Petition Request Commission Referred to Planning Councilman Quast moved that the Council refer the request to allow circula- tion of an annexation petition to annex 8.52 acres, located just west of 369 370- CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 2, 1985 the western City limits, south of Lauridsen Blvd. and north of Highway 101: West of Fairmount Avenue to the Planning Commission for a recommendation. Councilman Gerberding seconded and the motion carried. 5. Rix Street vacation (SV-85 (6)3) - Ordinance Adopted At issue before the Council is the question of vacating a portion of Peabody Street south of Viewcrest Avenue and the determination of a price for the proposed vacation; this issue had been continued from the June lBth Council meeting. Mayor Whidden read the following Ordinance by title, I entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2348 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles vacating a portion of Peabody Street south of Viewcrest Avenue. Councilman Quast noted that several Councilmembers had had an opportunity to review Mr. Rix's property with regard to the street vacation request and he then discussed the northerly easement which had been proposed in conjunc- tion with the street vacation, and noted that this may significantly com- promise the front property line. Councilman Quast then moved to adopt the Ordinance approving the street vacation, without reference to a Viewcrest easement and setting the price for sale at $2,876. Councilman Gerberding seconded. Craig Miller, representing the Rixes, addressed the Council and indicated that the Rixes now have no objection to exchanging the 10-foot easement on Viewcrest in exchange for the street vacation on Peabody, as long as the easement property is restored to its original appearance should use of the easement be required. Donald Stephens, across from the Rix property, requested clarification from the Council on the amount of right- of-way that will be required in the area at future dates and times if development in that area were to occur. The Council discussed at length the Rixes request for a street vacation and the proposed lO-foot easement on Viewcrest Avenue, and in light of Rix's non-objection to the easement in I exchange for the street vacation, Councilman Quast moved to withdraw his original motion. He then moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title with provision for a 10-foot easement adjacent to Viewcrest Avenue to be granted for the construction, repair, and maintenance of utilities and streets, and that no price be required for the vacation of the street, as the street vacation is being made in exchange for the easement. Councilman Gerberding seconded. Councilmen Hordyk ahd Schermer noted concerns for property owners in the entire area which have the same property line problems. They indicated that further study of the entire area should be made prior to approving this street vacation. On call for the question and following further discussion, the motion carried, with Councilman Hordyk voting "No". In conjunction with the Rixes request for the street vacation, the Council discussed at length with staff the alignment of Peabody Street in relation to LID 198 and the encroachment on property in the area. 6. Thompson Street Vacation (SV-85 (6) 2) - Tabled Mayor Whidden read the following Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles vacating that portion of Alder Street between Second Street and the 2/3 alley. I At issue before the Council is determination of the price for vacating a portion of Alder Street at the end of the 1400 block of East Second Street. Consideration of the Thompson/Alder Street vacation had been considered at the previous council meeting. Craig Miller, representing the Thompsons, addressed the City Council regarding setting a fair market price for the requested street vacation. He felt the Assessor's valuation for the prop- erty is not at this time indicative of fair market value. He also re- quested that the Council establish an easement of 15 feet on the border of the vacated property. The Council discussed the establishment of fair market value for the Alder Street vacation, and Councilman schermer then moved that the Council table I I I CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 2, 1985 the item and refer it to the Real Estate Committee for further considera- tion. Councilman Gerberding seconded and on call for the question, the motion carried. 7. Revisions to City's Utility Credit Policy Finance Director Orton reviewed the revisions to the Utility Credit Policy which had been proposed, and, in sWlilllary, adds a definition of "chronic delinquent customer accounts". This group of accounts, by adoption of the Utility Credit Policy revisions, would be targeted for possible deposit increases and penalty fee requirements on a case-by-case basis. These revisions to the Utility Credit Policy had been discussed by the Utility Advisory Committee at the March 28, 1985, meeting. Mayor Whidden then read the following Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2347 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles clarifying and amending policies for collection of utility accounts, amending Sections 1, 2 and 3 of Ordinance 2276, Sections 4 and 5 of Ordinance 2055, and Sections l3.l6.0l5, 13.16.040, and l3.16.050 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Council further discussed with Finance Director Orton the City's current credit pOlicies and the status of our collection processes and the success of the Customer Services Division. Councilman Gerberding moved the Council adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Hordyk seconded and the motion carried. 8. Right-of-Way Use Regulations At issue before the Council is an ordinance updating and procedures for street closures, exhibitions, and street obstructions, together with a resolution setting forth a new for that closure process. revising the and sidewalk fee structure Mayor Whidden then read by title ORDINANCE NO. 2350 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles establishing and amending regulations for the use of public.right-of-way, amending Chapter 11.12 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code, and repealing Ordinances 1977, 2229, 2237, Chapter 7 of Ordinance 2050, and Chapter 5.28 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Quast moved the Ordinance be adopted as read by title. Council- man Stamon seconded. Council discussed the proposed Ordinance briefly with staff, and Councilman Stamon commended staff for a job well done. On call for the question, the motion to adopt the Ordinance carried. Mayor Whidden then read the following Resolution by title, entitled RESOLUTION NO. 19-85 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles establishing application fees for street use permits. Public Works Director Pittis reviewed the application fees which in most cases have been lowered. Councilman Schermer moved the Council adopt the foregoing Resolution. as read by title. Counci lman Gerberding seconded. Following further discussion and on call for the question, the motion to pass the Resolution passed. 371 372 CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 2, 1985 9. Discussion of Limiting Terms of Office for City Council Members Councilman Stamon noted that she would abstain from participation in dis- cussion of this item. Manager Flodstrom noted that in light of Attorney Knutson's absence that this item was to have been rescheduled to have been placed on the agenda for the July 16th meeting, rather than tonight's meeting, and would be brought back at that time. A memorandum from Coun- cilman Gerberding was distributed on limiting City Council terms for con- sideration and review prior to the July 16th di5cussion. 10. Assignment of City Council Position Numbers Prior to July Filing I Period Deputy Clerk Anderson proceeded with the assignment of City Council position numbers prior to the July filing period. Those position numbers were assigned by random drawing and are as follows: Glennis Stamon, Position No.1; John Hordyk, Position No.4; Sam Haguewood, Position No.3; and Rex Gerberding, Position No.2. The terms of office for the above Councilmembers expire December 31, 1985. 11. Park Board Minutes of June 20, 1985 Councilman Hordyk moved the Council accept and place on file the Park Board minutes of June 20, 1985, as written. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. The Council also further discussed the City's Yard of the Month Program. 12. Worker's Compensation Claim Administration Contract Approved At issue before the Council is the renewal of the service agreement with Gates McDonald Co. to administer the workmen's compensation claims for the Ci ty of Port Angeles. Councilman Hordyk moved the Council approve the renewal of the contract with Gates McDonald Co. for administration of the Ci ty' s workmen' s compensation claims and authorize the Mayor to sign the renewal service agreement form. Councilman Quast seconded and the motion I carried. VIII LATE ITEMS Manager Flodstrom confirmed with Councilmembers their attendance at a luncheon with Coast Guard Commandant Gracey and their participation in an August 25, 1985, Harbor tour on Foss Tug. IX ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE/CITY COUNCIL NOT ON THE AGENDA Councilman Gerberding thanked the Park and Recreation Department for the sununer programs it is providing for youth; He also commended Public Works employees for their work on the beam lamination project at the Pool. Councilman Stamon referred to a thank you letter to Steve Dryke, Meter Reader, from DelHur for alerting them to a water leak. Councilman Quast instructed the Fire Department to check the valve on the propane tank at the new liquor store. Councilman Quast then requested to be excused from the next three City Council meetings. Councilman Schermer moved to grant Councilman Quast excused absences for the next three meetings. Councilman Gerberding seconded and the motion carried, with Councilman Quast abstaining. Councilman Schermer noted he had received complaints about the expansion.of a parking lot on Lincoln between 8th and 9th and instructed staff to look into the matter. Councilman Schermer suggested that Councilmembers volunteer to serve at the new Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center. The Council concurred. During discussion, the Council also concurred to properly thank the businesses who had donated to the Visitor Information Center. Councilman Stamon suggested a plaque listing the contributors. X ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Whidden adjourned the meeting to executive session at lO:02 P.M. I I I I XI RETURN TO OPEN SESSION The meeting returned to open session at lO:07 P.M. XII ADJOURNMENT Mayor Whidden adjourned the meeting at 10:08 P.M. CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 2, 1985 ~' a Ran R-' 2.. Clerk . ~ ~y. a]~1~/ Mayor 373