Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 09/02/1986I 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: D. Smith, D. Redgrave, S. and P. Brown, M. G. and J. Thompson, L. Sunny. III MINUTES None. CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington September 2, 1986 Manager Flodstrom, Attorney Knutson, Clerk P. Carr, M. Cleland, R. Orton, S. Brodhun, J. Pittis, L. Danks, B. Coons, T. Reid, M. C. Johnson, S. Erickson. Anderson, L. Glenn, Campbell, Merrick, Councilman Stamon moved to accept and place on file as presented the minutes of the Special Meeting Worksession of August 7, 1986. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file as presented the minutes of the regular meeting of August 19, 1986. Councilman Hallett seconded. Councilman Stamon amended Item 7 on Register Page 582, second and third line to read, to change Councilmembers' seating arrange- ment on a quarterly basis." Councilman McPhee amended Item 4 on Register Page 581, second paragraph, adding at the end of the first sentence, has a fine water system, but recommended accumulating over $200,000 annually for replacement of the deteriorating pipes." Councilman McPhee further amended Register Page 581, Item 2, adding during discussion, "Councilman McPhee disputed the claimed savings of the automated collection system and agreed to provide Council with figures to support his conten- tion. On call for the question, the motion to accept the minutes of August 19, 1986, as amended, carried. Councilman Hesla moved to accept and place on file as presented the minutes of the Special Meeting Worksession of August 21, 1986. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. IV FINANCE 1. Request for Payment to Riddell, Williams of $1,758.26 for Legal Representation on WPPSS Issues Councilman Hallett moved to authorize payment to Riddell, Williams in the amount of $1,758.26 for WPPSS litigation services. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 2. Consideration of Bid Award for Niches for Ocean View Cemetery Councilman Schermer moved (commenting that the bid was less than staff estimate) to authorize staff to proceed with purchase of bronze niches from Oregon Brass Works in the amount of $7,236. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. V CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Stamon moved to accept the items under the Consent Agenda, in- cluding (1) Request authorization to bid Port Angeles Fine Art Center park- ing lot at Jones Street Reservoir; (2) Request first progress payment to Burke Electric for work on Morse Creek Hydro Project $59,036; (3) Request authorization to call for bids and elements of City Hall Master Plan; (4) Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; and (5) Vouchers of $1,200,615.82 and Payroll of 8 -24 -86 of $237,696.74. Councilman Hallett 585 8 6 CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1986 seconded. Councilman McPhee made inquiry regarding Item 3 and the esti- mated cost for asbestos removal. Project Director Pittis noted it was approximately $15,000. Following discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA Pat Harkins, 1359 East Lauridsen Boulevard, expressed concerns regarding traffic speeding on East Lauridsen Boulevard and Ennis Street; dogs and cats roaming with no leashes; and overgrown thistles. Mrs. Virgil Hughes, 312 West Eighth Street, expressed concerns with air pollution around her residence and not being able to sell their home because it was located in a business district. VII LEGISLATION 1. Yard of the Month Certificate Awards Mayor Whidden presented certificates for August Yard of the Month to Richard and Becky Scharnbroich, 1337 West 12th Street; Fred and Alta Wilson, 2504 Columbus; Jack and Penny Pittis, 127 East Park; Frank and Sofie Wolny, 620 South Cherry; Glenn and Beth Simkins, 124 East Seventh Street; Pat and Norma Harkins, 1359 East Lauridsen Boulevard. Mayor Whidden presented certificates for August Neighborhood Yard of the Month to Hoof and Jean McCrea, Kathy Northrop, Frank and Louise Garrett, Russ and Sandra Hesselman, Mr. and Mrs. Byard Parks, Ralph and Leanna Dyker, Phillip and Dorothy Jackson, Martha Klinge, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kish, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nickles, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hamm; all residents of the 1800 block of West Fourth Street. 2. Public Hearings A. Amendment of Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan Mayor Whidden opened the public hearing. Doug Redgrave, Ennis Street, expressed concerns with traffic flow on Ennis Street at the First and Front Street intersections. Councilman Quast stated the intersections had been included in the consideration for signals. Dennis Bragg, 322 Cottonwood Lane, stated he was in favor of the project, and expressed concerns with the design of the intersections at First and Race Streets and Front and Race Streets. There being no further comment, Mayor Whidden closed the public hearing and read the resolution by title, entitled, RESOLUTION NO. 26 -86 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles amending Resolution No. 17 -86 to add proposed Urban Arterial Board projects within the adopted Six Year Transporta- tion Improvement Program. Councilman Quast moved to pass the resolution as read by title. Councilman Hallett seconded. Councilman Schermer said he had received a phone call from a concerned citizen regarding consideration of possible signalization of the Fifth and Race Streets intersection. On call for the question, the motion carried. B. Rezone Hearing Jerry Beulah Jackson Valley Street (5th to 6th) Mayor Whidden opened the Public Hearing. Steve Brown, 622 South Valley Street, favored retainage of the existing residential zoning and stated, for the record, he had not seen the notice of public hearing posted on neighborhood poles. He also stated there were light industrial sites currently available. He expressed concerns regarding potential traffic increases created by light industrial zoning. Wayne Oaks, 522 South Valley, opposed the rezone request. Sid Erickson, 709 Valley Street, concurred with Mr. Brown's comments and expressed CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5 E+ 7 September 2, 1986 additional concerns with traffic and the amount of dust caused by the traffic. Mrs. Underwood, 415 South Valley, felt there was enough light industry in the area and was concerned with noise and garbage from existing industry. Philomena Brown, 622 South Valley, stated she did not see the posted notices of pubic hearing. She expressed concern over light industry moving to the area. Jerry Jackson, 1905 West Seventh Street, stated he bought his property on the contention it was already zoned light industrial and said there was some confusion if it was zoned light industrial or residential, multi- family. Planner Carr said the matter would be investigated. Discussion followed. Beulah Jackson, 1905 West Seventh Street, addressed the traffic issue stating there would be no problems if any dry land boat storage or mini warehouses were placed there. Mayor Whidden closed the public hearing and read the ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2408 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles reclassifying property located on the east side of Valley Street, between Fifth and Sixth Streets from RMF to LI. Following discussion at some length, Councilman Hallett moved to concur with the Planning Commission's recommendation, and grant the rezone request per the specified ordinance as read by title. Councilman Schermer seconded. Councilman Hesla felt there was currently space available and was opposed to the motion. There was additional discussion. On call for the question, the motion carried with Coucilmen McPhee and Hesla voting, "No Councilman Hallett then moved to include the following findings of fact as cited by the Planning Commision: (1) Due to its size and location, the property partially conforms to Industrial Development Policies 1 and 2, and is a functional extension of the adjoining LI District; (2) The Valley Creek Ravine walls provide a natural buffer between the subject property and existing industrial uses and the established residential areas to the east and west; therefore, the rezone complies with Industrial Policy No. 6; (3) The property and this RMF District have not developed in multiple family residential uses, as presently designated; therefore, the rezone may encourage a more appropriate use of the land, in compliance with Land Use Objective No. 2; (4) The area to the north is in slow transition to light industrial uses; therefore, the redesignation of the property to Light Industrial will encourage similar functionally related land uses and discourage unplanned intermingling of incompatible uses, in compliance with Land Use Objective No. 2. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Quast moved that a buffer of ten feet established on the southern side of the property. Councilman Quast withdrew his motion. Councilman Quast suggested having the applicant, in notices in the immediate neighborhood. 3. Planning Commission minutes of August 27, 1986 A. Conditional Use Hearing -Jerry Glass with landscaping be Following discussion, the future, post the Councilman Hallett moved to concur with the Planning Commission's recom- mendation and grant a two -year extension for a contitional use permit to allow a bed and breakfast establishment as a home occupation located in the RS -7, Single Family Residential District located at 1108 South Oak Street, with the understanding that the off street parking area not be paved. Councilman McPhee seconded and the motion carried. 5 V V CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1986 B. Conditional Use Hearing -Gary Thompson Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve the conditional use permit to allow an orthotic/ prosthetic business to operate in the OC, Office Commercial District located at 920 Caroline Street, with the condition that the parking lot adjacent to the proposed structure be re- striped, citing the following findings: (1) The use is compatible with the Hospital and other surround- ing medical uses, and therefore complies with Commercial Policy 16; (2) Its functional relationship with other uses in the area and its degree of specialization will result in an insignificant increase in traffic on Caroline Street. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Hallett noted under staff reports, the proposed tour of short plat subdivisions. The tour was scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 1986 at 6:00 P.M. C. Approval of Minutes Councilman Hallett moved to accept and place on file the Planning Commis- sion minutes of August 27, 1986. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. 4. Consideration of amendment to ordinance on overgrown lots Mayor Whidden read the ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2409 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles designating debris that is a fire hazard or a menace to the public health, safety or welfare as a public nuisance, and amending Sections 1 and 3 of Ordinance 1225, Section 1 of Ordinance 1856, and Sections 8.16.020 and .040 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Quast moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Hallett seconded and noted that amending this ordinance would allow the City and its citizens to take advantage of a change in state statute, and then the City could more expeditiously secure removal of debris in question without having to go through the cost and expense of a lengthy court proceeding. On call for the question, the motion carried. 5. Resolution on Overgrown Lots Mayor Whidden read the resolution by title, entitled, RESOLUTION NO. 27 -86 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, declaring the existance of a public nuisance and requiring the elimination of such nuisance. Councilman Stamon moved to pass the resolution as read by title. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. 6. Consideration of award for consulting services to design Race Street Project (8th to Park) Councilman Quast moved for approval of the City entering into an agreement with Alpha Engineers for a total fee not to exceed $25,080.00 for the design of the Race Street Reconstruction and Signalization Project. Coun- cilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 7. Consideration of Coal Creek Cleanup Contract Councilman Quast moved to authorize Mayor Whidden to sign the agreement for Phase I of the Coal Creek clean -up project and instruct the City Attorney to investigate the feasibility of recovering the City's costs from the operators of the Coal Creek facility (Ross Electric, Inc.). Councilman Schermer seconded. Following some discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 8. Implementation of Conservation Program Reductions /Amendments and City Incentive Loan Program. Councilman Quast moved to concur with staff's recommendation and authorize the Light Department to implement the conservation BPA Grant /Supplemental Loan Program for residential weatherization as proposed. Councilman Stamon seconded. Discussion followed. On call for the question the motion carried. 9. Acceptance of work and payment for removal of Oak Street Dock and building Councilman Quast moved to approve and accept the work performed and authorize final payment in the amount of $13,798.40 including sales tax. Councilman Hallett seconded and the motion carried. 10. Consideration of Ordinance amending Civil Service procedures Councilman Quast made reference to a survey of comparable cities as to how many currently the rule of three or more. He also reported on the August 26th meeting of the Civil Service Review Committee. Mayor Whidden read the Ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles amending the Civil Service System to provide for a Rule of Three, to establish a separate interview board, and to re- define the duties and functions of the Civil Service Commission, Chief Examiner, and appointing authority, amending Ordinance 2372 and Chapter 2.22 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5 8 9 September 2, 1986 Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the ordinance as read by title. Councilman Quast seconded. Civil Service Commissioner Bill Prentiss, 137 Columbus, felt the matter could be resolved and requested a meeting so all parties could be involved, at the earliest possible date. Extensive discussion followed. Bob Coons, Personnel Manager, provided additional information regarding the ordinance and answered councilmembers' questions. Extensive discussion followed. Councilman Schermer felt he had not had sufficient time to review all of the proposed changes. Civil Service Commissioner Jim Cammack concurred with Councilman Schermer, stating that he had not had sufficient time to properly review the material. He also concurred with Commissioner Prentiss that there was need for another meeting between the Commissioners and Councilmembers. Councilman Hallett called for the question. Mayor Whidden again read the ordinance by title. Councilman Schermer moved to table the ordinance until the next regular Council meeting of September 16, 1986. Councilman McPhee seconded. On call for the question the motion carried with Council- men Schermer, Quast, McPhee, and Hesla voting, "Aye" and Councilmen Hallett and Stamon voting "No Councilman Quast then moved to set a special meeting for the purpose of hearing all three commissioners as well as the Chiefs of Police and Fire, and the City Manager, and to make a decision on the ordinance, on Tuesday, September 9, 1986 at 8:00 P.M. in the old Council Chambers, 134 West Front Street. Councilman McPhee seconded. Following discussion, Councilman Quast amended the motion to hear testimony from Chairman Sweatt and Fire Union Representative Pat Rose only. Council- man McPhee withdrew his second. Councilman Schermer then seconded the motion. On call for the question, the motion carried with Councilman Hallett voting "No 5 J O CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1986 Mayor Whidden noted the time was 10:40 P.M. Councilman Stamon moved to complete the agenda. Coucilman Quast seconded and the motion carried. 11. Request from William Cohen to be included in Downtown Parking and Business Improvement Area (PBIA) Councilman Schermer moved to accept the recommendation and authorize a public hearing. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 12. Proclamation Constitution Week September 17 -23, 1986 Mayor Whidden proclaimed the week of September 17 -23, 1986 as Constitution week in Port Angeles. VII CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS /LATE ITEMS Councilman Hallett made reference to Item 2 on the Information Agenda, status report on Sea Farms of Norway pen expansion, stating said he was pleased that the mediation had been successful and that he appreciated the efforts of all parties involved. Councilman Stamon referred to Item 3 from the from P.U.D. Manager Phil Jackson regarding his In Excellence Core Program and how he enjoyed City Clerk Sherri Anderson, facilitator of the Information Agenda, a letter attendance to the Investment the class. She complimented class. Councilman Stamon also announced the September 5, 1986, meeting of the City Hall Review Committee would be to discuss the final schematics lefrof City Hall. Mayor Whidden mentioned that on Wednesday, September 3, 1986, a Taiwanese goodwill mission would be meeting at the Clallam County Courthouse, Room 160 at 4:00 P.M. and invited councilmembers to attend. He noted members from the Port, the City, the Chamber and EDC would speak. Mayor Whidden also announced the special Council meeting September 4, 1986, at 7:00 P.M. in the Old Council Chambers, 134 West Front, to discuss goals and objectives. IX ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Whidden adjourned the meeting to executive session at 10:51 P.M. for the purpose of discussing litigation. X RETURN TO OPEN SESSION AND ADJOURNMENT The meeting returned to open session and adjourned at approximately 12:20 A.M. City Clerk Prepared by: Mayor