HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 08/05/1986I CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Whidden called the meeting to order at 7:01 P.M.
II ROLL CALL
Members Present: Mayor Whidden, Councilmen Hallett, Hesla, McPhee, Quast,
Schermer, Stamon.
Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Public Present:
III MINUTES
None.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Port Angeles, Washington
August 5, 1986
Manager Flodstrom, Acting City Attorney Kelly, City Clerk
Anderson, D. VanHemert, M. Cleland, G. Booth, S. Brodhun,
L. Glenn, J. Pittis, D. Wolfe, K. Rodocker, D. Heassler,
B. Coons, M. Bowes, B. Jones.
L. Sunny, M. Lemon, J. Ward, D. Ward, H. Berglund,
B. Burnham, R. Page, T. C. Breen, M. Crawford,
L. Stocker, V. Snow.
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Councilman Hallett moved to accept and place on file the minutes of the
July 15, 1986, meeting. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried.
Finance Director Wolfe introduced newly appointed Personnel Manager, Bob
Coons, and Parks Director Brodhun introduced Mark Bowes, Recreation
Coordinator.
IV FINANCE
1.
Councilman
stones #2
monitors,
seconded.
carried.
Request for Progress Payment to Tejas Controls of $127,680.36 for
SCADA Remote Metering System
Stamon moved to authorize payment for the completion of Mile
and #3 for 75% of the total purchase amount, less $5,000 for
in an amount not to exceed $127,680.36. Councilman Quast
Discussion followed. On call for the question, the motion
2. Request Payment to Riddell, Williams of $892 for legal representation
on WPPSS Issues
Councilman Quast moved to authorize payment of the July 18, 1986, Riddell,
Williams bill in the amount of $892. Councilman Hallett seconded and the
motion carried.
3. Consideration of Bid Award for Fifth and Oak Playground Equipment
Councilman Schermer moved to accept the recommendation of the Parks
Department and authorize payment of $5,615.84 to Pacific Playground for
playground equipment at the Fifth and Oak Playground. Councilman McPhee
seconded and the motion carried.
4. Consideration of Bid Award for Substation Switchgear
Councilman Stamon moved to award the bid for substation switchgear for the
Seventh and "I" Street Substation to Pederson Power Products of Omaha,
Nebraska, in the amount of $109,865. Councilman Schermer seconded and the
motion carried.
5. Consideration of Acceptance of Work at Seventh and Peabody First and
Final Payment
Councilman Hallett moved to authorize payment in the amount of $11,500 to
J. B. Excavation for removal of buildings, foundations, underground tanks,
and clean -up at the Seventh and Peabody site. Councilman Stamon seconded
and the motion carried.
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V CONSENT AGENDA
Following discussion at some length, Councilman Stamon moved to accept the
items under the Consent Agenda, including: (1) Request progress payment on
Campbell Avenue Sewer to Avon Construction of $6,218.94; (2) Request final
payment on Boulevard and Lincoln intersection to Lakeside Industries of
$2,508.08, plus retainage of $3,240.67; (3) Request permission to call for
proposals on Recycling and Salvage at the Landfill; (4) Request permission
to call for bids on Falls Creek Hydro Project; (5) Correspondence from
Washington State Liquor Control Board; and (6) Vouchers of $1,117,572.99
and Payroll of 7 -13 -86 of $235,101.45. Councilman Hesla seconded and the
motion carried.
VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA
Jack Pittis, 127 East Park, as representative of Derby Days, distributed
the official brochure to Councilmembers.
Bernie Brown, 3145 Highway 101 East, #17, spoke regarding problems with
handicapped parking in front of the Library on Lincoln Street.
Bob and Laura Holman, P. 0. Box 748, spoke regarding the Animal Control
Ordinance, specifically pit bulls. Mr. Holman reported that pit bulls had
attacked his cat in his yard, then bitten a boy on the City Pier. There
was discussion at length.
Phyllis Arndt, 1856 Dry Creek Road, commended Animal Control Officer George
Bower.
Richard Page, 918 South "G" Street, requested clarification on the Gund
Plaza 50 -foot setback requirements.
VII LEGISLATION
1. "Yard of the Month" Award Presentations
Mayor Whidden presented Yard of the Month awards to: Bill and Davene
Rodocker, Bill and Jean Folden, Ray and Ann Nelson, Ralph and Dorothy
Gribble, Greg and Dana Richardson, Jim and Evelyn Woolett.
Neighborhood Yard of the Month awards went to: Ron and Leslie Dimmel,
Scott and Sharon Davidson, Stephen and Lori Jo Allison, Bob Hopf, Craig
Ronish and Vickie Henderson, all residents in the 1600 block of West 14th
Street.
2. EDC Presentation of Peninsula Promotional Video and Preview of New
Investor's Guide
Dick aster, President of EDC, presented a Peninsula promotional video and
the new Investor's Guide.
3. Planning Commission Minutes of July 23, 1986
A. Shoreline Management Hearing Sea Farm of Norway
Following Council discussion, John Foster, P. 0. Box 1478, of Sea Farm of
Norway, answered Councilmembers' questions. Councilman Quast felt the de-
cision could be delayed by one Council meeting and referred back to the
Planning Commission if there was assurance of receipt of the finalized
findings of the DOE and Department of Fisheries within ten days. Council-
man Quast then moved to refer the matter back to the Planning Commission to
await receipt of DOE's and Fisheries finalized findings. Councilmen
Hallett and McPhee opposed a delay in the decision. Councilman Stamon
spoke in support of a delay.
Mike Lemon, 1026 West llth Street, stated that alternative locations and
expansion of present pens had been discussed. Lengthy discussion followed.
Bill Brouillard, 1030 Mt. Pleasant Road, was primarily concerned with
impacts to recreational fishing. Dick Goin, 502 Viewcrest, felt there
should be an investigation as to chemicals used in the fish farming
operation. He indicated he would be willing to discuss the issue with
representatives of Sea Farm. Hattie Berglund, 1834 West Seventh Street,
questioned the accuracy of a letter from the Economic Development Council
B. Approval of Minutes
Councilman Schermer moved
sion minutes of July 23,
carried.
4. Presentation by Lisa
Program
8. Resolution on Overgrown Lots
Mayor Whidden read the Resolution by title, entitled
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and felt it waS O I
NF9 1T- 3. She was impressed with the promotional
video, emphasizing that she was impressed with the portion on Battelle
Northwest. Jim Blore, 525 West Fifth Street, mentioned that at a recent
Shoreline Advisory Board hearing, a question of conflict of interest with
the commercial fishing industry had been raised. John Ward, President of
Olympic Outdoor Sportsmen, expressed concern with the potential loss of
sports fishing areas and reminded Council of all the volunteer work that
had been done by his organization. Jerry Glass, Chairman of the Planning
Commission, answered questions by Councilmembers regarding the public
hearing conducted by the Planning Commission on the issue.
Following discussion, Councilman Quast moved for the purpose of obtaining
additional evidence, the records be opened on this matter and that the
Shoreline Management hearing, Sea Farm of Norway, on Ediz Hook, SMA- 85(10)-
73, be remanded back to the Planning Commission. Furthermore, that the
applicant, with the assistance of the City Manager and the cooperation of
the sports fishermen organizations, specifically John Ward, agree on the
selection of a neutral observer and chairman of that mediation committee,
in order that a possible compromise may be reached. Councilman Schermer
seconded, and amended the motion to include that the Coast Guard, Pilot's
Association, sportsmen, and Sea Farm all have representatives on the
committee. Councilman Quast concurred. On call for the question, the
motion carried, with Councilman Hallett voting "No
to accept and place on file the Planning Commis
1986. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion
Cochrun on Initial Efforts of Public Information
Lisa Cochrun presented information on initial efforts and progress of the
Public Information Program. She stated the goal of the program was to give
proper advance notice of upcoming relative events to citizens. She also
listed a number of other services the Program would provide. Leo Sunny
questioned what this program could accomplish that coverage by the Daily
News could not. Manager Flodstrom explained the newsletter would cover a
wider range of topics not appropriate for or considered newsworthy by the
Daily News and would give more matter -of -fact information. Discussion
followed.
Councilman Quast moved to expedite the first edition. Councilman Stamon
seconded and the motion seconded.
5. Proclamation of Farewell to U. S. Coast Guard Cutter CONFIDENCE
Mayor Whidden read the farewell proclamation to the CONFIDENCE, wishing
them a safe return to Port Angeles on the new vessel, ACTIVE. Mayor
Whidden also extended the Council's best wishes on the Coast Guard's 196th
anniversary August 1, 1986. He noted the Coast Guard has been an integral
part of Port Angeles for over 120 years and hoped it would remain for at
least another 120 years.
6. Consideration of BPA (Bonneville Power Administration) Metering
Installation Agreement
Councilman Stamon moved to authorize the City Light Director to sign a work
order agreement with BPA. Councilman Quast seconded and the motion
carried.
7. Consideration of Additional Morse Creek Pipeline Engineering Services
Councilman Quast moved to authorize expansion of the scope of work for the
project to include engineering for Morse Creek pipeline repair, thereby
increasing the Schuchart budget amount to $180,000, and subconsulting the
geotechnical, surveying, and inspections amount to $80,000. Councilman
Hallett seconded and the motion carried.
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RESOLUTION NO. 23 -86
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the
City of Port Angeles, Washington,
declaring the existence of a public
nuisance and requiring the elimination
of such nuisance.
Councilman Schermer moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Coun-
cilman Stamon seconded and amended the motion to include that lots which
have L ipper', �e
ca ed 4nd inspected by the Public Works Department be stricken
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from Councilman Schermer concurred. On call for the question,
the motion carried.
9. Presentation of Solid Waste Utility Report
Councilman Stamon moved to postpone the presentation until the August 19th
Council meeting. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried.
10. Request Authorization to Apply for Referendum 38 Grant to Cover
Reservoirs
Councilman Hallett moved to authorize the Public Works Director to submit a
Referendum 38 Grant application to DSHS for their consideration. Council-
man Stamon seconded. Following some discussion, on call for the question,
the motion carried.
11. Consideration of Employment Contract with Director of Fine Art Center
Councilman Schermer moved to concur with the City Manager's recommendation
and authorize Mayor Whidden to execute an employment agreement between the
City of Port Angeles and Duncan McKiernan for the position of Fine Art
Center Director. Councilman McPhee seconded. Councilman Stamon spoke in
support of the motion. Following some discussion, on call for the ques-
tion, the motion carried.
12. Information on Goals and Objectives in Preparation for 1987 -88 Budget
Manager Flodstrom announced a special work session meeting scheduled Thurs-
day, August 7, 1986, in the old Council Chambers, 134 West Front Street, at
7:00 P.M.
13. Request for UAC (Utility Advisory Committee) Meeting in August by City
Light
A Utility Advisory Committee meeting was scheduled for August 25, 1986, at
7:30 A.M. in the City Light Conference Room.
VIII CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS /LATE ITEMS
Councilman Hallett noted the Eighth and Peabody intersection signal modifi-
cation was five percent under the approved budget. He also referred to
Item 16 on the Information Agenda, a letter. regarding the use of the
hotel /motel tax, stating he had questions about the letter. Manager
Flodstrom indicated the letter contained incorrect information. He said a
letter of response would be drafted for Council's approval at the next
regular Council meeting.
Councilman Stamon made reference to the Humane Society monthly report,
noting that of 31 stray dogs picked up in June, 16 were returned to owners;
out of 38 stray cats, only 5 were returned to owners.
Councilman Stamon encouraged Councilmembers to attend the dedication of the
Washington Vietnam Veterans Monument tentatively scheduled for Veterans Day
in November. She noted the award of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
grant to the North Olympic Health Planning Council.
Councilman Quast complimented the Parks Department for painting the "Wel-
come to Port Angeles" sign on the east end of town, and on the appearance
of the Lincoln and Boulevard Intersection. He complimented the Solid Waste
Division on the comprehensive report given in the Council's packet.
Councilman Quast noted August 15th would be the anniversary of the removal
of the toll from the Hood Canal Bridge. He stated there would be a final
hearing before the Ninth Circuit Court in Seattle on September 3, 1986, at
9:30 A.M. in Room 815 of the Federal Building at 1010 First Avenue in order
to hear further testimony upon request of the State. He encouraged as many
citizens as possible to attend.
Mayor Whidden stated he hoped to hear something from the Bureau of Land
Management (BLM) as it related to possible acquisition of properties from
the "A" Frame to the Coast Guard gate on Ediz Hook.
Mayor Whidden also announced CPR training classes were being given by the
Fire Department and encouraged all Councilmembers to attend.
He further noted from the Information Agenda the invitation to attend the
Change of Command ceremony on the Coast Guard cutter CONFIDENCE at 11:00
A.M. August 8, 1986.
IX ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Whidden adjourned the meeting to executive session at 10:12 P.M. for
the purpose of discussing pending litigation.
X RETURN TO OPEN SESSION AND ADJOURNMENT
The meeting returned to open session and adjourned at approximately 10:35
P.M.
City Clerk Mayor
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