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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 10/07/1997 3557 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington October 7, 1997 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Ostrowski called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at REGULAR MEETING: 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Ostrowski, Councilmembers Braun, Campbell, Doyle, Hulett, McKeown and Wiggins. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, B. Becker, S. Brodhun, B. Collins, K. Godbey, J. Pittis, G. Kenworthy, T. Riepe, and S. Hursh. Public Present: L. Williams, J. Campbell, R. Lang, M. Oden, L. Stockman, T. Rocheleau, M. Roberts, K. Williams, J. Jones, Jr., B. Harbick, K. Bogues. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by John Campbell, Naval Science Instructor ALLEGIANCE: at Port Angeles High School, and one of his students. APPROVAL OF Councilman Braun moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of MINUTES: September 16, 1997. Councilman Wiggins seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Councilman Campbell moved to approve the minutes of the special meeting of September 30,1997. Counciimember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried by a majority, with Councilmembers Doyle and Hulett abstaining due to absence from the meeting. CEREMONIAL Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps - Roughrider Company Day - October 29, MATTERS/ 1997 PROCLAMATIONS: Mayor Ostrowski read the proclamation aloud and presented it to John Campbell and his student from the High School Junior ROTC. FINANCE: Bid Award for Sewer LID #215 Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department and asked City Engineer Kenworthy for the results of the bid opening. Engineer Kenworthy stated bids had been received from four fn'ms, and R. V. Associates of Port Orchard was the low bidder. References have been checked, and staffrecommends awarding the bid to R. V. Associates. Engineer Kenworthy responded to questions posed by the Council. Manager Pomeranz informed the.Council that he had spoken to several residents in this area who had expressed the desire to have sewers installed as soon as possible. There is a concern over cost, but it is hoped that the City will be able to stay as close to the original estimates as possible. Discussion ensued, and Engineer Kenworthy explained latecomer -1- 3558 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 7, 1997 FINANCE: fees. Manager Pomeranz stated it is possible that latecomer fees would not completely (Cont'd) cover costs, and some of these costs may have to be absorbed by the utilities. After further discussion, Councilman Campbell moved to accept the bid from R. V. Associates in the amount~0f~ff~604,60~to authorize the Mayor to execute the construction contract, and t° have the staff and Council examine the options for covering the excess amount when the project is completed. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion. Following further discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA: Item No. 3 on the Consent Agenda was to set a date for a meeting of the Real Estate Committee Meeting. This was scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 1997, at 1:00 p.m. Councilman Wiggins moved to accept the remainder of the Consent Agenda, including: 1) Contract with Brown and Caldwell for Waste Water consulting services; 2) Set hearing for cost recovery of abatement expenses; 4) Payroll - September 2, 1997 - $364,534.52; 5) Check list - September 3, 1997 - $767,712.57; 5) A. Public Library - Project #94.19, Payment #6. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion. Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. ITEMS FROM THE 1. Mayor Ostrowski stated that Sheriff Joe Hawe was in the audience and had AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ requested time to give a brief presentation regarding j ail modifications. STAFF TO BE CONSIDERED OR SheriffHawe thanked the Council for the opportunity to speak to this issue. He explained PLACED ON THIS that, in November, citizens will be voting on a one-tenth of one percent sales tax increase. AGENDA OR A SheriffHawe wished to advise the Council on the intent of the tax and the plans for the jail. FUTURE AGENDA: He then distributed a fact sheet regarding the jail to the Council members. Sher[ffHawe displayed a picture of the current footprint for the County complex, explained what modifications the County would like to make and why they are necessary. Sheriff Hawe stated that he, his advisory council and the undersheriff of corrections have worked very closely with the Police Department's advisory council. All options have been examined to try and solve the problem of overcrowding in the jail. He reminded the Council that the City spends a lot of money housing its prisoners in this jail and, therefore, has an interest in the jail modifications. ShedffHawe reviewed the changes that could be made, noting that renovation would cost approximately $880,000 and staffing would cost an additional $500,000. SheriffHawe stated he had discussed this with the County Commissioners and, while there is money available to make the necessary building modifications, there is no money to staff the enlarged facility. The increased sales tax would provide needed revenue for jail staffing. Sheriff Hawe then responded to questions posed by the Council and concluded by asking the Council for its support on the tax increase. Mayor Ostrowski felt this was an opportunity for the County and' City to cooperate and felt Council should offer its support on this issue. Attorney Knutson pointed out that, at this point, there is no information as to how the increase in the County's budget will affect the City's jail contract with the County. He felt this was a factor that the Council may want to take into account before endorsing the tax increase. Mayor Ostrowski asked Sheriff Hawe to address this point. SheriffHawe responded that by State Statute any money received through the sales tax will offset the City's daily jail cost. Therefore, since the County already has funds for construction, SheriffHawe felt this should be a "wash" to.the City, and that there would be no increase in costs, at least until overcrowding occurs again in the future. Manager Pomeranz felt SheriffHawe had made several good points; however, he asked -2- 3559 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 7, 1997 ITEMS FROM THE that the Council defer a decision pending Chief of Police Ilk's return. Sheriff Hawe was AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ agreeable to deterring this matter; however, he noted the need to have the Council's STAFF TO BE position prior to October 15. A special Council meeting will be arranged for further CONSIDERED OR discussion of this matter. PLACED ON THIS AGENDA OR A FUTURE AGENDA: 2. Larry Williams, 306 West Ninth Street, representing Ann and Dick Calkins, (Cont'd) petitioners seeking to annex into the City, asked to update the Council on the status of the annexation petition. Using the overhead projector, Mr. Williams demonstrated the original amaexation request area and the amended annexation area. Currently, the petitioners do not have 60% of the land owners interested in annexation. Mr. Williams requested that the original annexation area be reinstated, as this would assure an affnmaative vote for annexation. Councilman Doyle stated he still had a problem with the original boundary lines. Discussion followed regarding the shape of the boundary line and the concerns expressed by the Planning Commission, as well as the Police and Fire Departments. Councilman Wiggins suggested this be referred to the Real Estate Committee for further discussion. Mr. Williams stated that the developer is willing to accommodate whatever is needed to mn a separate street to enable the Fire Department to fred the addresses. He explained how the land could be hooked up to the sewer with the mimmum of expense. Councilman Braun reiterated Councilman Wiggins' suggestion to refer this matter to the Real Estate Committee. Mayor Ostrowski agreed and referred this item to the Real Estate Committee and staff and asked that a report be brought back to a future Council meeting. 3. Manager Pomeranz asked to add Item F. under Other Considerations, Fireworks Display for Homecoming. 4. Councilman Wiggins asked for a brief discussion of the Hood Canal Bridge, which was added as Item G. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Street Vacation Petition - (STV 97-02 - WALKttOFF, Portion of "P" Street between Milwau-kee Drive and 14th Street: (Applicant has requested continuation of this item to work further with staff.) Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department and opened the public hearing at 8:05 p.m. There was no one present to address the issue, and Councilman Doyle moved to continue the public hearing to October 21, 1997. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. LEGISLATION: I. Ordinances Not Requiring Public Hearings Medic I Rate A. Establishing Medic l Rate for Licensed Care Facilities Ordinance No. 2968 Mayor Ostrowsld re~5ewed the information provided by the Fire Department and read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2968 AN ORDiNANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending the City's Medic I ordinance by applying the monthly Medic I charge to licensed care sleeping room units aud tanending Ordinance 2274, as amended, and Chapter 8.36 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. -3- 3560 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 7, 1997 Medic I Rate Councilman Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilmember Ordinance No. 2968 McKeown seconded the motion. Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on the (Cont'd) motion, which carried unanimously. Submetering of Electricity B. AIlowingSubmeteringofElectricityConsumptionforRVPark.~ for RV Parks Ordinance No. 2969 Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department and read the Ordinance by title entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2969 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, permitting the use of submetering and apportionment of electricity for recreational vehicle parks and amending Ordinance 2341, as amended, and Chapter 13.10 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilmember McKeown moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Wiggins seconded the motion. Following limited discussion and clarificalaon of the issue by Steve Hursh, Engineering Manager, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Power Generating Projects C. Establishing Contract and Administration Charge for Power Generating Ordinance No. 2970 Projects Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department and read the Ordinance by title entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2970 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, establishing a contract and administration charge for power generating projects and amending Ordinances 2054 and 2932, as amended, and Chapters 3.70 and 13.12 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Wiggins moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion. Following br~e£ discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. 2. Resolutions Not Requiring Public Hearings Council's Rules of Resolution Revising City' Council's Rules of Procedure Procedure Amended Resolution No. 11-97 Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the City Clerk and read the Resolution by title, entitled R~SOLUTION NO. 11-97 A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, revising the Council's Rules of Procedure by changing the Order of Business and amending Resolution No. 13-86, as amended. Councilman Braun moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman I-Iulett seconded the motion. Following brief discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. -4- 3561 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 7, 1997 LEGISLATION: 3. Planning Commission Minutes/Actions Items (Cont'd) Planning Commission Minutes of September 10, 1997 and September 24, 1997 Planning Dtrector Collim pointed out that Council may need to refer to both sets of minutes for future agenda items. In response to Councilman Hulett's question, Attorney Knutson referenced the appeal of a Conditional Use Permit denial, advising the Council members that tbey will have to either listen to a tape recording of the proceedings or read a transcript of the proceedings before taking action on the he appeal. Councilman Hulett moved to accept the Planning Commission minutes of September 10 and September 24,1997. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Break Mayor Ostrowski recessed the meeting for a break at 8:20 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m. 4. Other Considerations Teen Scene/Youth Task 1. Teen Scene/Youth Task Force Force Councilmember McKeown referred to the Task Force minutes included in the packet and stated that interim funding would be necessary to keep a teen facility open. The Task Force believes this must be accomplished through a commitment of all governing agencies. The Task Force will also be going to various service clubs to request additional funding. Councilmember McKeown then deferred to Dan Maguire to present further information. Dan Maguire referred to the Teen Program Proposal contained in the packet and reminded the Council that the teen programs are currently funded by a three-year federal grant which expires in March, 1998. Mr. Maguire reviewed the three teen programs currently in place and invited the Council to visit the programs to see what they are like. Mr. Maguire then reviewed the annual budget for the teen programs and requested that the City contribute between $15,000 and $20,000 toward the 1998 budget, as it would send a positive message regarding the importance of these programs. He stated that, if a permanent facility is found for the Teen Scene, the City will be requested to extend support for those costs as well. Mr. Maguire then introduced Michelle Roberts, Commumty Program Director. Michelle Roberts, 1108 East 8th Street, thanked the Council for the opportunity to address this issue. Ms. Roberts reviewed her history of working with Port Angeles children and stressed the importance of working with the youth to keep them safe. Ms. Roberts shared stories of the various community teens who have been helped thanks to the youth programs in place. She thanked City staff for all the help they have given in the past. Councilmember McKeown asked if there would be a commitment to moving the Teen Scene if funding was secured. Ray Gruver, Chairman of the YMCA Teen committee, stated moving the Teen Scene has been discussed, and the committee will do further research if funding is found to keep the Teen Scene viable. Discussion followed regarding support pending a move of the Teen Scene. Mayor Ostrowski felt the City should help with this project, but all the other government entities must help also. Councilman Hulett suggested using human services funding for this project, and Councilmember McKeown felt this would take funds away from other worthy programs. Discussion followed, and Ms. Roberts responded to questions posed.by the Council. Concern was expressed over whether funding aid from other entities would be forthcoming. Jim Jones, 2106 Seabreeze Place, School District Finance Director, stated the School -5- 3562 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 7, 1997 LEGISLATION: Superintendent has assured him that there is a way to get this done. Mr. Jones stated the (Cont'd) School District has a stake in the children, and the effort required to make a difference is · more than any one entity can handle. He felt the City's leadership was needed before going Teen Scene/Youth Task to the County, School District, Tribe, and service clubs for support. Force (Cont'd) Councilman Wiggins moved that the City go on record as being supportive of the Teen Center concept and that the City will attempt to find a minimum of $15,000 in the 1998 budget. Councilman Braun seconded the ·motion. Discussion followed. Mayor Ostrowski asked if the motion was contingent upon others cooperating, and Councilman Wiggins responded affirmatively. The motion should state that the City must have partners in thi~ effort. Councilman Hulett asked if the motion was contingent upon the location of the Teen Scene being moved. Councilman Wiggins felt this did not have to be incorporated into the motion, as he felt that point had been made in the discussion. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Councilman Doyle suggested that the tax increase for the jail modifications also be used toward the Teen Center to help keep our youth out of jail. Discussion followed and Councilmember McKeown suggested the possibility of a tax increase in the future to help support a real teen center. Lodging Tax Advisory B. Appointments to 98-99 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Committee Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the City Clerk. Councilmember McKeown moved that the 1998-99 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee consist of two City Council members, three collectors, three recipients, two at-large members, and one representative from the Downtown Forward Executive Committee, who shall be Jim I-Iagnewood, with Vicci Rudin as the alternate. Councilman Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Councilman Wiggins moved to cast votes for the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee by written ballot and not to interview the two candidates, David Morris and Bob Grattan, who were unable to be present at the September 30, 1997, meeting. Conncilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Written ballots were given to the City Clerk for tabulation, and the results were as follows: Collectors - Bob Harbick, John Platt, Richard Vogel; Recipients - Randy Johnson, David Moms, Steve Oliver; At-large - Bob Grattan and Bill Rinehart. Pole Rental Agreement C. Pole Rental Agreement with Olympic Memorial Hospital Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. Steve Hursh, Engineering Manager, informed the Council that he had spoken to a representative of Olympic Memorial Hospital, who asked to delete Section 9 of the pole rental agreement, regarding a $10,000 bond. Staff felt this would be acceptable. Discussion followed, and Councilman Hulett asked how the pole rental prices were calculated, to which Mr. Hursh responded. Councilman Doyle then explained why the UAC felt a $300 administration fee should be charged. After further limited discussion, Councilman Campbell moved to authorize the Public Works Director to sign the pole rental agreement with Olympic Memorial Hospital, as amended. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Public Works Mutual D. Public Works Mutual AidAgreement Aid Agreement Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information provided by the Public Works and Fire Departments. Councilmember McKeown moved to approve the Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign. Councilman CamlJbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. -6- 3563 CITY COUNCILMEET1NG October 7, 1997 LEGISLATION: E. Appeal of Denial ora Conditional Use Permit (CUP 97-15)for the Sequim Boys (Cont'd) and Girls Club - 2417 West 19th Street Conditional Use Permit Mayor Ostrowski deferred to Attorney Knutson who explained that the appeal was received Sequim Boys and Girls Club on Friday, and the Council has not had the opportumty to listen to the tape of the Planning Commission hearing. Also, a portion of that tape will also need to be transcribed due to a microphone problem. Attorney Knutson asked that this item be continued to the next regular Council meeting. Councilman Hulett moved to continue this item to the Council meeting of October 21, 1997. Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. High School F. High School Homecoming Fireworks Display Fireworks Display Mayor Ostrowski reviewed the information which had been distributed by the Fire Chief. Councilman Braun moved to approve the request for a fireworks display at the High School Homecoming festivities. Councilman Wiggins seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Hood Canal Bridge G. Hood Canal Bridge Councilman Wiggins attended the RTPO meeting in Mayor Ostrowski's place. The Hood Canal Bridge was toured during that meeting, and he noted the east end of the bridge is different from the new west end of the bridge. It will cost $150 million to replace the east end, or more than $300 million to rebuild the whole bridge. The Department of Transportation feels the outside life of the bridge is ten years. If bridge replacement or repair is started now, it will be completed before the old concrete starts to fail. Councilman Wiggins stated this is a very important issue for Port Angeles and the potential to have tolls on both bridges is high. Discussion followed. At Mayor Ostrowski's request, Planning Director Collins gave a review of the meetings he has attended regarding this issue and how new bridges can and cannot be funded. Manager Pomeranz felt it was important that the citizens on the Olympic Peninsula be given the opportunity to vote on this issue. No action was taken. AI)JOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.~ freaky J. Upt , C de;kt ~'x~,~sper ~3strows-~q,~, Mayor -7- 3564 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK