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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 10/01/19912098 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington October 1, 1991 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to SPECIAL MEETING: order at 6:26 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Sargent, Councilmen Cornell, Hallett, Lemon. Members Absent: Councilmen Nicholson, Ostrowski, Wight. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, S. Brodhun, B. Collins, M. Cleland, L. Glenn, K. Godbey, J. Pittis, B. Titus, G. Kenworthy. Public Present: R. Linldetter, G. Braun, D. Somers, L. Schueler, L. Bell, B. Haselton. ADJOURN TO The meeting adjourned to executive session at 6:26 p.m. to discuss matters of EXECUTIVE SESSION: litigation for approximately 20 minutes. RETURN TO OPEN The meeting returned to open session at 6:58 p.m. SESSION: CALL TO ORDER Mayor Sargent called the regular meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. REGULAR MEETING: PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Sargent, who requested ALLEGIANCE: young peoples groups volunteer to attend Council meetings to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF Councilman Cornell moved to approve the minutes of the City Council meeting MINUTES: of September 17, 1991. Councilman Hallett seconded the motion. Mayor Sargent queried as to whether a vote could be taken to approve the minutes in that only three members who had attended the September 17th meeting were in attendance at this time. Councilman Cornell, therefore, withdrew his motion to approve the minutes; Councilman Hallett withdrew his second. The matter of approval of the minutes will be deferred to the October 15 meeting. CEREMONIAL 1. Proclamation recognizing PUBLIC POWER WEEK of October 6 through MATrERS/ October 12, 1991 PROCLAMATIONS: Mayor Sargent read a proclamation proclaiming the week of October 6 through 12, 1991, as Public Power Week, citing Port Angeles City Light for its ability to -- provide low-cost electric power to the City. 2. Proclarnation recognizing FIRE PREVENTION WEEK of October 6 through October 12, 1991 Mayor Sargent read a proclamation proclaiming the week of October 6 through 12, 1991, as Fire Prevention Week, inviting the citizens to attend the Fire Department Open House on October 12th. CITY COUNCIL Councilman Hallett reported on attending, with City Light Director Titus, a COMMITTEE meeting of "Programs in Perspective", where they met with area management of REPORTS: Bonneville Power Administ,'atkm to discuss issues affecting public power in the region. He also learned how Bonneville was started and how it got to where it is now. -1- 2099 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 1, 1991 CITY COUNCIL City Light Director Titus added that the main focus was on fish mitigation issues, COMMITTEE principally on the Columbia and Snake Rivers. In the past ten years, Bonneville REPORTS (Cont'd): has put more than $10 million into fish mitigation. The necessary future mitigation will impact the cost of power, not only in Port Angeles, but throughout the region. Councilman Hallett indicated that the problems Bonneville faces with fish runs on the Columbia may have to be faced by the City concerning dam removal on the Elwha River. Councilman Lemon reported he and Planning Director Collins will be meeting on proposed planned residential development and should have a report for Council at the next meeting. Mayor Sargent reported on a meeting with Congressman A1 Swift regarding the Elwha Dams. Councilmen Ostrowski and Wight and the two Council candidates had joined her at this meeting. Mayor Sargent reported on an interesting meeting with Mr. Daniel Bar-Meir, a City Manager from Israel, here in Port Angeles on an exchange visit, which will be returned by Manager Pomeranz next February at the expense of the City Manager's Association. FINANCE: None. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Hallett moved to approve the Consent Agenda, including (1) Advance travel request over $500 for Gail McLain to go to Spokane; (2) Request for proposals for financial advisory services; (3) Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; (4) Vouchers of $569,735.54; and (5) Payroll period ending 9-15-91 of $296,338.13. Councilman Lemon seconded the motion. After limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. ITEMS FROM THE There were none offered. AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ STAFF TO BE CONSIDERED OR PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA: LEGISLATION: A. Public Hearings Proposed Zoning Proposed Zonb~g Code Amendment - ZCA 91(09)05 - Cammack, OC, Code Amendment - Office Commercial Districts, City-wide: Proposal to allow an increase in Ordinance No. 2654 signage in the OC Districts The Planning Commission had conducted a public hearing and subsequently recommended approval of the above referenced Zoning Code amendment. Mayor Sargent opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. Robert G. Linkletter, representing James and Barbara Cammack, suggested that a portion of the proposed new maximum signage could be unlighted, thereby making it more compatible with any residential area immediately across a street. He agrees if a business faces a residential neighborhood it should only have 50 square feet of lighted signage, but another 50 square feet of unlighted signage should be allowable for businesses on more than two contiguous lots. Discussion followed regarding residentially zoned property and residential property, inasmuch as a residence could be existing in an area at the time it was rezone& There being no further public comment, Mayor Sargent closed the public hearing at 7:35 p.m. and read the Ordinance by title, entitled -2- 23_00 ~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 1, 1991 LEGISLATION ORDINANCE NO. 2654 (Cont'd): AN ORDINANCE of thc City of Port Angeles Proposed Zoning amending sign regulations in the Office Code Amendment - Commercial (OC) District, and amending Ordinance No. 2654 Section 17.20.220 of Ordinance No. 2329. (Cont'd) Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title, authorizing publication in summary form, and citing the following findings and conclusions: FINDINGS: (1) The OC Zone district allows 50 square feet of signage per development, regardless of the size of development; (2) The proposed request is to allow additional signage for developments consisting of two or more lots; (3) A stated intent of the OC Zone district is to allow for commercial development that is not detrimental to residential zones (Section 17.20.010); (4) Comprehensive Plan Urban Design Policy No. 3 states: All non-residential signing and '-~ development should be unified and compatible and should enhance the natural beauty of the community; CONCLUSIONS: (A) The Zoning Code Amendment is in the public use and interest; (B) The amendment is consistent with the Goals and Policies of the Comprehensive Plan; (C) The amendment is consistent with the intent of the OC Zoning districts. Restrictions have been included in the amendment designed to minimize impact on residential areas. Councilman Cornell seconded the motion. Councilman Hallett amended the wording in the ordinance to make the second and third sentences of the amendment read: No more than 50 square feet of lighted signage may be placed within 50 feet of adjacent residentiall~ zoned property.. No more than 50 square feet of lighted signage may face residentially zoned property_ located directly across a street. Councilman Cornell suggested changing "residentially zoned" to residential. Councilman Lemon considered the amendment should be "residential property", as there is a possibility residentially zoned property could be rezoned to Office Commercial while single-family residences remain in use in the newly rezoned area. Planning Director Collins felt this proposal would not satisfy the Planning Commission's recommendation. Councilman Hallett accepted Councilman Cornell's friendly amendment, thereby making the second and third sentences of the amendment read: No more than 50 square feet of lighted siitnaee may be placed within 50 feet of adjacent residential property. No more than 50 sctuare feet of lighted sieaaoe may face residential property located directly across a street. A vote was taken on the motion to adopt the Ordinance as amended, which carried unanimously. B. Ordinances not requiring public hearings There were none. Amendment to Civil C. Resolutions not requiring public hearings: Amendment to Civil Service Service Rules - Rules Resolution No. 35-91 Mayor Sargent reviewed the proposed amenchnent to the Civil Service Rules to provide a preference credit for volunteer firefighters and read the Resolution by title, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 35-91 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles amending the rules of the Civil Service Commission. Councilman Hallett moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman Cornell seconded. Councilman Hallett inquired of Fire Chief Glenn if the Union was supportive of the proposed preference credit and was told it was. On call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. -3- 2101 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 1, 1991 LEGISLATION D. Planning Cornrnission Minutes of Septentber 25, 1991 (Cont'd): Councilman' Cornell m~ved to accept the minutes of the Planning Commission Planning Commission meeting of September 25, 1991. Councilman Lemon seconded the motion. Minutes of September 25, 1991 Councilman Lemon inquired as to the timing of the upcoming consideration of the proposed Olympic Memorial Hospital rezone, when the Planning Commission will not address the issue until March, 1992. Councilman Cornell indicated the pending rezone was not dependent upon the Hospital area review by the Planning Commission. On call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. Councilman Cornell thanked the Planning Department for providing a list of long- range goals to be studied by the Planning Commission. Councilman Lemon asked Director Collins and Public Works Director Pittis the status of the by-pass. Director Collins responded this is being included in the Comprehensive Plan review process. Director Pittis indicated the issue is being kept before the Department of Transportation for consideration. In addition, other alternatives are being considered in the interim, such as getting the trucks out of the downtown corridor. E. Other considerations: BPA Wheeling 1. Wheeling agreement with BPA for Morse Creek Agreement for Morse Creek Councilman Hallett asked if the City Attorney had reviewed the agreement. Attorney Knutson responded that he had not fully reviewed the agreement but that it appears to be similar to other agreements which the City has entered into with BPA. He suggested authorizing the City Light Director to sign the agreement, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney. Light Director Titus said an interim agreement had been approved approximately three months before, and this agreement does not differ from the prior one, except for the term of 20 years, which is BPA's standard contract period. Councilman Cornell moved to authorize the City Light Director to sign the agreement, subject to the provision that it be approved by the City Attorney. Councilman Itallett seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Letters of 2. Acceptance of letters of resignation from: Resignation a. Orville D. Hegseth, Senior Center Advisory Board of Directors b. Mavis Rosbach, Representative to the Fair Board Mayor Sargent announced that letters of appreciation and regret have already been sent to the individuals; however, the resignations should be formally accepted. Councilman Corneli moved to accept with regrets the resignations of Orville D. Hegseth, Senior Center Advisory Board of Directors; and Mavis Rosbach, Representative to the Fair Board. Councilman Lemon seconded the motion. Mayor Sargent commented on the very comprehensive review of the time Mrs. Rosbach spent on the Fair Board. Councilman Cornell asked about the replacement procedure for these two resignations. Mayor Sargent said recommendations usually come from the Senior Center for the replacement on the Senior Center Advisory Board. With respect to the position on the Fair Board, a press release will be prepared to solicit applications for replacement of this position. On call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. -4- 2102 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 1, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd): 3. Acceptance of EPA Grant for construction of secondary wastewater EPA Grant for treatment plant Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant Councilman Cornell asked what requirements are attached to the Grant. Director of Public Works Pittis briefly reviewed the requirements to be complied with, which did not appear to be onerous. Councilman Cornell moved to accept the grant offer from EPA and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement. Councilman ltallett seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Mayor Sargent thanked the staff members for working on this matter so diligently. Contract for Library 4. Shannon & Wilson contract for Library parking lot fuel tank Parking Lot - Fuel Tank contarnbtation analysis/report Contamination Councilman Hallett moved to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Shannon & Wilson, Inc., for engineering and testing services for fuel tank removal and remediation at the Library Parking Lot site in an amount not to exceed $30,631.83. Councilman Lemon seconded the motion. Councilman Cornell asked if the amount was negotiable, and Director Pittis explained the cost factors, which included some work which has already been accomplished by Shannon & Wilson. Much of the cost involves soil boring and lab work. On call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. Risk Management 5. Agreement for risk management consulting services Consulting Services Finance Director Godbey recommended the Council approve Option "C" submitted by ARM-Tech, in the amount of $11,000. This option will closely examine the City's existing Self-Insurance programs and make recommendations, if indicated, for changes to keep the programs in compliance with State and Federal laws. Discussion followed with Councilmembers expressing concern that a verbal report might not be as all-inclusive as a detailed written report. Mayor Sargent suggested taping the verbal report. Councilman Cornell asked if the verbal report was not considered sufficient could the full written report be requested for the additional $9,000. Director Godbey noted that staff was comfortable with the recommendation of Option "C", particularly since the Manager of Human Resources had previous positive experience with ARM-Tech. Councilman Lemon suggested it may be advantageous to proceed with the proposal of Coopers & Lybrand for $15,000, which would include a written report. However, Director Godbey noted that particular proposal also included Coopers & Lybrand participating in implementation of the recommendations coming forth. Councilman Hallett considered the reduced report acceptable, based on the status of the Self-Insurance Programs. Councilman Cornell moved to authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with ARM-Tech for risk management consulting services, using Option "C". Councilman Lemon seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Initiative 559 6. bdtiative 559 memo City Manager Pomeranz advised Council a full report will be submitted at the next Council meeting on the potential impacts of Initiative 559 on City finances. Councilman Cornell reported that the County Commissioners will have a meeting at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, October 7th, on this subject, and all interested persons are invited. Councilman Cornell referenced the special meeting to be held on October 8, 1991, at which time Council will be meeting to consider the Goals & Objectives. He suggested the possibility of taking action at that time on Initiative 559. -5- 2103 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 1, 1991 LEGISLATION (Cont'd): 7. ~ ~ ~fpp~al of Conditional Use Permit, CUP-91(09)16, Port Angeles Appeal of Conditional High School: Appeal of conditional use permit to allow tennis Use Permit courts and related parking in RS-7 District Councilman Cornell moved to set a public hearing for October 15, 1991, to consider the appeal of a conditional use permit to allow the High School to construct tennis courts and related parking in the RS-7 District. Councilman Lemon seconded the motion. Councilman Hallett inquired as to the reasons for the appeals which were filed. Director Collins responded that the appeals cited lighting, noise, traffic, and storm drainage. Councilman Lemon noted that some work has already been done on the area for the tennis courts. Attorney Knutson advised Council that the work done to date has been clearing and grading, for which the City has no permit requirements at this time. The School District has been advised of the appeals and informed that continued work would be at its own risk. On call for the question, the motion carried unanimously. Prior to adjournment of the meeting, Councilman Hallctt generated discussion on the Police Department memo in the Information Agenda pertaining to juvenile gatherings at the City Pier. He specifically referenced a statement in the memo that Police Department efforts would require a reasonable addition to manpower levels within a year or so. Police Chief Cleland indicated he was unprepared to respond to the manpower issue at this time, but would be presenting a recommendation to Council at a future date. In the ensuing discussion, Councilman Cornell reported that the matter of the City Pier and the youth had been discussed at the Downtown Association meeting; he encouraged a high visibility of police with the adult community as well as the youth. Chief Cleland expressed the need for a balance which would not interfere with the freedoms of the youth but, at the same time, would not allow the youth to interfere with the freedoms of others. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m. Clerk (~ ~,] M~5 (~ ' CC.235 -6-