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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 10/20/1987846 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington October 20, 1987 I CALL TO ORDER Mayor Whidden called the meeting to order at 7:02 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Whidden, Councilmen Hallett, Hesla, McPhee, Quast, Schermer, Stamon. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Flodstrom, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Anderson, P. Carr, M. Cleland, D. Wolfe, S. Brodhun, L. Glenn, J. Pittis, R. Orton, A. Rose, J. Abram, B. Becker, B. Jones, S. Hursch. Public Present: J. Hallett, B. Hallett, M. Merrick, J. Reed, H. Berglund, E. McElravy, R. Dorr, L. Fuller, M R Life System, Y. Miller, L. Ross, R. Sargent, R. French, D. Goralski, K. Gabriel, J. Sargent, M. Lemon, L. Cochrun, L. Sunny. III MINUTES Councilman Schermer moved the Council accept and place on file as received the minutes of the October 6, 1987, meeting. Councilman Stamon seconded, correcting Register Page 836, third line, changing the word "Division" to Diversion; Page 844, next to last paragraph, changing the sentence to read that "Councilman Stamon would continue this year as the governmental representative on the Tourism and Convention Association Board." Council- man McPhee corrected Register Page 838, paragraph one, changing the word "control" to sight (Review of the tape determined that "control" was the word used.); Page 841, paragraph 2, changing the sentence that "Ms. Sargent did not agree with Councilman McPhee that youth activities should be provided only by the church, etc." Councilman Schermer noted on Page 845, next to the last paragraph, he had announced he would not be in attendance tonight. He stated that was correct at the time, but circumstances had enabled him to attend. Council- man Quast pointed out, on Page 836, paragraph 1, that the television equipment was not for mechanized collection, it was for the Sewer Division; and on Page 837, the third paragraph, the sentence was supposed to read "how many square feet were created by the three new malls On call for the question, the motion carried, with Councilman Hallett abstaining, as he had not been present October 6. IV FINANCE 1. Bid Awarded to Knopp, Inc., for Meter Test Ben i Councilman Hallett moved that the Council waive specification sections 25 and 26 and award the bid to the low bidder, Knopp, Inc., of Oakland, California, for the ST -16 Automatic Test Set for $36,400, plus tax, to be delivered in March, 1988. Councilman Schermer seconded. Councilman Stamon noted that the budgeted amount was $50,000, so it came in approximately $15,000 under estimate. The motion carried. 2. Riddell, Williams Bill Authorized Councilman Hesla moved to authorize payment of the August 25th through September 25, 1987, Riddell, Williams bill in the amount of $12,047.14. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. V CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Schermer moved to accept the items listed under the Consent Agenda as follows: (1) Request for progress payment to Bruch Bruch Construction of $59,429 for work on Morse Creek Slide Repair; (2) Corres- pondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; and (3) Vouchers of $1,830,413.66 and Payroll of 10 -4 -87 of $220,055.32. Councilman Quast seconded. Councilman Hallett inquired about Page 7 and discussed with staff the purchase of partitions by City Light. Light Director Orton explained that this was the purchase of all of the partitions for the new City Hall and the Light Department would be reimbursed by four other Departments for this expenditure. The motion then carried. VI ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 Gladys Lewman, 1206 West Tenth Street, addressed the Council, reading a letter she had submitted to Councilmembers opposing the placement of a cover on the "E" Street Reservoir. She felt the Reservoir was old and would need to be repaired before being covered. She felt that placing a cover on the Reservoir would detract from the value of her property, located directly across the street. She felt that we would be spending a lot of money, pouring good money after bad. Councilman Stamon stated that she had discussed this issue with Mrs. Lewman for approximately 40 minutes, and one of the things Mrs. Lewman had not mentioned tonight was her concern that construction of a cover for the Reservoir would block her view of the mountains. She stated they had discussed potential solutions for that. She stated she and Mrs. Lewman had concluded that they had a disagreement with regard to this issue. She stated she had informed Mrs. Lewman of the Council's decision to cover the Reservoir, because the State Legislature was going to force the Council to do this in the future anyway and at least this way, through a grant, the City could obtain some financial relief. She felt there were a number of things that could be looked at to mitigate some of the impacts. Upon request, Assistant Public Works Director Rose stated that the Reservoir was built a good many years ago. He stated that over the last five years, several thousands of dollars had been spent in grouting the Reservoir to reduce the leakage which occurred due mainly to the type of construction, which was concrete slabs, poured independently, and had either a construction joint or contraction joint where the slabs met one another. He stated there were a few cracks in the Reservoir, but it was reinforced concrete and was not in danger of falling down. He stated core samples had been taken of the wall itself and tested for structural capability and test results came back excellent for the capability of supporting the roof structure. Councilman Hallett clarified that what Mr. Rose was saying was, although the Reservoir might appear to be decrepit, it had been tested and found structurally sound to support the proposed cover. Assistant Public Works Director Rose confirmed this. Councilman Hallett stated he also had talked with Mrs. Lewman'and assured Mrs. Lewman and the rest of those present that the Council did not vote on this just because they needed to spend some money; there was a need there, and before the project was approved, staff determined that we were not covering something that wasn't worth covering. Councilman Stamon moved to direct staff to schedule a neighborhood meeting with Mrs. Lewman, Councilman Schermer, herself, possibly another Councilman, and other members of the neighborhood. Councilman Schermer stated that it was an on -going goal of the Council-Ito cover this Reservoir and all reservoirs in an effort to keep our water clean, to cut down on algae and the possibility that something could be thrown into the Reservoir. The motion carried. Councilman Stamon thanked Mrs. Lewman for coming forward and sharing her concerns. Hattie Berglund, 1834 Seventh Street, requested an update on the status of the Waterfront Trail at James River. Planner Carr stated he had met with James River today to talk about the Trail and some other issues. He stated they were still looking at having the Trail completed this year. Councilman Stamon presented a copy of the most recent correspondence with James River to Ms. Berglund. Carl Carlson, 129 Fogarty, requested that the Council, in the future, list amounts of expenditures included on the Consent Agenda which exceeded $10,000. Following quite extensive discussion, Councilman Stamon suggested itemizing on the regular Agenda, items from the Consent Agenda, so the public would know. Mayor Whidden stated in the future, we would include the items listed on the cover letter of the Consent Agenda. Councilman Stamon reiterated that anyone who picks up an agenda and has a concern at all can call or stop by City Hall and ask that the items be explained or look at the information packet, which has a complete listing of every one of the vouchers. 847 848 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 Marvin Merrick, 615 West Eighth Street, announced that the Veterans Asso- ciation was having a Flag dedication ceremony tomorrow afternoon at 3:00 P.M. at the Veterans Memorial Park. He asked Manager Flodstrom to explain. Manager Flodstrom stated that the commanding officer of Makah Air Force Base had recently contacted the City regarding the de- activation of Makah Air Force Base. He stated that Makah Air Force Base was trying to disperse some memorabilia from the Base, throughout the upper Olympic Peninsula. He stated they had offered the City of Port Angeles the Flag previously flown at the Air Force Base to fly now at the Memorial Park. He stated that Mayor Whidden felt this would be appropriate and the City had accepted this offer. Ruth Dorr, 416 East llth Street, asked about an ordinance she had discussed with the Council in August. Councilman Stamon explained that copies of the draft ordinance were in the Council's information packet tonight for comments from the Council and that a subsequent public hearing would be held on the ordinance. Staff provided Ms. Dorr copies of the draft ordinance. Councilman Hallett explained that this would be published on the agenda of an upcoming Council meeting as a public hearing. Councilman McPhee noted that streamlining of the permitting process was listed on the previous agenda and continued, and was not on this agenda. He stated there were members of the building profession present tonight who might like to have something to say with regard to that subject. Council- man Quast stated he was the one who had listed that topic and had requested that it be removed, as he had not yet obtained all the information he needed. He hoped that it could be included on the meeting of November 3rd. Councilman McPhee asked if it was permissible to ask if anyone had any comments about building permits tonight. Following discussion, Council determined that the permitting process could be discussed during the public meeting on the City Council's Goals and Objectives for 1988 and Beyond. (Item Number 6) VII LEGISLATION 1. Public Hearing A. Residential Fire Sprinkler System Implementation Delayed Fire Chief Glenn addressed the Council, referring to an article he had read on why more people burn to death in the United States than any other country in the world. He stated that we might question furniture manufac- turers who manufacture furniture out of polyurethane foam regarding the use of flame retardants, or encourage the manufacture of self- extinguishing cigarettes, though both these measures would involve cost increases. He stated the insurance industry makes it too easy to have a fire in your home; that when a fire occurs in someone's home, there are no questions as to the cause. He stated many insurance companies discourage sprinklers in homes because they believe it would cause more damage than the fire. He stated even some fire prevention people did not want to see tax breaks for retrofitting older homes with sprinklers because that would reduce their tax revenue base. He stated a lot of people make money from fire. He again compared the reaction to sprinkler systems Jeith the reaction that indoor plumbing probably initially received. He stated he had a sprinkler system in his home and felt that all of those who had the need established within themselves knew the feeling of safety that existed from having this type of system in the home. He felt the need had not been established with citizens and that once it was, the public would demand this type of pro- tection. He thanked the Council for their support of his proposal. He stated that based on survey results, we could not make it cost effective to require sprinkler systems at this time. He recommended that the Council postpone implementation of single family residential fire sprinkler requirements for at least a two -year period. He stated this would allow time to approach the public and turn on that light with regard to the need for fire sprinklers. Councilman Quast commended the Fire Chief and the Department, as did Councilman Hallett. Mayor Whidden then opened the public hearing and asked for comments from the public. Art Dunker, 2114 West Sixth Street, addressed the Council as a member of the National and State Homebuilders Association and a contractor. He stated the position of the National Homebuilders Association was that sprinklers were not worth the cost. He stated 74% of killing fires were in 849 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 homes approximately 20 years old or older because they don't have adequate sheetrock protection, etc. He stated what was needed were smoke detectors that work. He stated if we had those in all older homes, it would save lives. Councilman Hallett asked if Mr. Dunker had any suggestions on how the Council could address the issue of smoke detectors. Mr. Dunker suggest- ed that the City, in some part, fund installation of smoke detectors in the older homes through a special program set up by the City. Councilman Quast asked if Mr. Dunker was not objecting to the installation of sprinklers in motels or multi family units. Mr. Dunker felt they were essential in that type of construction. Councilman McPhee felt this type of regulation should not be pursued on the local level rather, the State level. Mr. Dunker felt the issue would get very muddied up if it were handled by Olympia, and no one would be able to afford it if that happened. He felt it should be something handled on the local level. Councilman Quast felt the City should limit its involvement but should place information in the City Report to emphasize the need and safety factor of smoke detectors. He felt the buying of those should be left to individual homeowners who could purchase them from normal retail stores. He felt the Chief and Fire Marshal might get information from consumer reports to find the top smoke detectors and if we got permission, to quote them in the City Report. He stated if the Fire Department then had time, they could assist elderly individuals who were unable to install their own systems, in the installa- tion of those smoke detector systems. Councilman Stamon felt Mr. Dunker's suggestion was excellent and asked if the Peninsula Developers Association might be willing to participate with the Port Angeles Fire Department to provide assistance, particularly for elderly residents in having systems installed. Mr. Dunker stated he could not speak for the whole Board, but felt definitely they would be interested in cooperation and would want to participate in community safety. Jim Reed, 1460 Blue Mountain Road, urged the Council not to just delay decision but to vote "No" on mandatory sprinklers. He felt it was an individual choice, just like Super Good Cents. He stated there were some incentives for Super Good Cents and the sprinkler systems, mostly peace of mind. He felt it was a good thing, but too costly to individuals. He stated another problem was the lack of adequate pressure to supply water to these systems. Mr. Reed disagreed with information on cost benefits of the system with regard to sheetrock and installation of different kinds of doors. He stated that the cost savings from these changes were very small, as compared to the cost of the sprinkler systems. He felt the cost of a sprinkler system would force the first -time buyer to buy older homes which was where the higher incidence of fires were anyway. He stated the City should look at what it would cost to provide adequate pressure to all lots in the City for sprinkler systems. He asked if installation of sprinkler systems would prevent the City from having to build another Fire Station. He stated the cost of a Fire Station was not so much the issue as the cost of manning one. Mr. Reed discussed the issue with the Council at some length. Art Dunker readdressed the Council, complimenting the City and Chief Glenn, stating that one of the major causes of fires was stoves that had been improperly installed. He stated what the City had alone with regard to the stoves had, he was sure, saved many lives. Upon inquiry by Councilman Hallett about the process utilized during consideration of this ordinance, Mr. Dunker stated that in years past, the input of the Home Builders Association was sought before decisions were made and he would like to see that practice reinstituted. He stated they were there at the practical end of it and if they could have more input on a joint meeting basis, more could be accomplished, and even though they might not agree with what was proposed, many times they could present alternatives and compromises. He felt that would be helpful to the Council, to the public at large, and to the builders, as they would feel they had a say in what went on. Following discussion with Mr. Dunker, Councilman Hallett moved that Council delay the implementation of the single family, duplex, residential sprink- ler requirements until February 1, 1990; keep the present ordinance on the books relating to fire sprinklers as it stands; and to direct staff, parti- cularly the Fire Department, to continue on the course of education and dialogue with members of the community and others affected by this, as necessary. Councilman Schermer seconded, adding a friendly amendment that this item be placed on the October, 1989, Council agenda for confirmation or extension of the February 1, 1990, requirement at that time. Councilman Hallett concurred. Councilman McPhee suggested Councilman Schermer add the word "review" to his amendment of the motion. On call for the question the motion carried. 850 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 2. Support For Retrocession of Quiliute Tribal Council Approved Councilman McPhee moved to authorize the Mayor to sign a letter to the Quiliute Tribe supporting their retrocession. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman Hallett asked what impact the support of the City Council would have. Staff explained that this was basically just a good will gesture of public support, to be presented to the Legislature. Attorney Knutson further explained that this could be determined as a statement that the Council supported Federal regulation of criminal matters on the reserva- tion, as opposed to State regulation of those laws. Members of the audience questioned what this authorization would mean. Attorney Knutson explained that Public Law 280 was passed in the 1950's and gave the states the right to regulate criminal activity on reservations. He stated that the Tribe was requesting return of jurisdiction over certain criminal matters back to the Federal government in order to qualify for some Federal funding. He stated he had discussed this with the Prosecutor's Office and they had no problem with not prosecuting these matters. Councilman Stamon stated that part of the problem the Quiliute Tribe was experiencing now was due to their isolated location and difficulty to receiving adequate law enforcement assistance. She stated if the jurisdiction fell to the Federal government, it could provide funding for them to run their own police department. The motion carried. 3. Staff Instructed to Research Engineered Landfill Ordinance Councilman Quast provided background on his recommendation that staff pursue an engineered landfill ordinance to provide for land filling regulations, preventing unmonitored or unapproved land filling which could result in liability in the future. Councilman Schermer supported the concept, as well as regulation of locations of fills. He noted a number of citizens had relayed concern to him about our green belts disappearing. Councilman Stamon noted problems that occur for potential construction on sites that have been improperly filled. Councilman Quast then moved to instruct staff to research a landfill ordinance and draft such an ordinance and return it to Council as soon as possible. Councilman McPhee seconded and the motion carried. 4. Interlocal Agreement for County -Wide Drug Task Force Approved Councilman Hallett moved that the Council authorize the Mayor to sign the narcotics control program multi jurisdictional task force interlocal agreement. Councilman Stamon seconded. Following discussion, on call for the question, the motion carried. 5. Consideration of Compliance With Model Conservation Surcharge Policy Following discussion, Councilman Quast moved to authorize the Director of City Light to submit the letter to Bonneville Power Administration indicating that the City of Port Angeles will comply with the residential MCS surcharge policy by continuing to operate the Super Good Cents Program in our service area through at least December 31, 1988. Councilman. Hallett seconded. Councilman Schermer noted that builders do receive monetary incentives for building Super Good Cents home*. Following further discussion, the motion carried. BREAK The meeting was recessed for 15 minutes, from 9:00 to 9:15 P.M. 6. Public Meeting City Council's Goals and Objectives for 1988 and Beyond Councilman Stamon wished to make it very clear that the goal setting process used by the Council was an open and public process. Councilman Schermer explained that the process utilized the services of Lyle Sumek, whom he and former Councilman Gerberding had seen in a two -day work session several years ago, sponsored by the Association of Washington Cities. He further explained the reason that this goal setting process had been possible this year was because the City is now under a two -year budget and that ordinarily staff and the Council would be tied up in the budget process during this time period and would not have had the time to go through this type of a goal setting process. 851 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 Manager Flodstrom distributed copies of the original sets of Goals and Priorities established by the Council to members of the audience. Councilman Quast thanked the 111 citizens who had responded to the public survey distributed in the City Report on Council Goals and Objectives. Manager Flodstrom explained that probably 75% of these responses also included written comments, in addition to the prioritization of goals, and would need to be reviewed by the Council prior to a final determination of the Goals and Priorities. He stated it was important that the Council come to a conclusion on the process because although we were in an off year with regard to budget preparation, there were deadlines at the end of the year which needed to be met in order to reflect the Council's Goals and Objectives in the Capital Improvement Program and the 1988 Budget. Mayor Whidden opened the public meeting, explaining that this was much less formal than a public hearing. Lorraine Ross, 418 East Front Street, stated that for a good 20 some years with regard to the six -year road improvement plan, the item of some kind of crossing of Ennis Creek in the area of Fourth or Fifth had been included, and each year it became increasingly clear that something must be done to provide this bypass for in -City traffic. Councilman Schermer stated that had been discussed by the Council every year and that cost was really the problem. Manager Flodstrom stated that it was included in the Capital Improvement Plan as an unfunded project. Marvin Merrick, 615 West Eighth Street, felt that a new fire station on the west side of town was needed. Councilman Stamon stated it was also on the Capital Improvement Program as an unfunded project, which meant that it was a project for which the Council would be examining ways of funding. Councilman Hallett pointed out that these types of comments might result in a project of this nature being taken off the unfunded list, replacing an item currently funded, and that was why these types of meetings and this feed -back were important. Councilman Stamon pointed out that just because the item was currently on the unfunded list did not mean that it would remain unfunded. It meant that it just needed to wait its turn. Councilman Quast commended Public Works Director Pittis as he had managed to get $116,000 out of the Urban Arterial Board which constituted 80% matching funds for upgrading of the signal system on Race Street at the First and Front Street intersections, which would help greatly with traffic flow. He hoped that in a matter of time there would be the same thing on Ennis Street. Larry Leonard, 1030 Olympus Avenue, asked what a Vision 2000 Plan meant. Councilman Quast explained that right now we are doing two -year budgets, six -year Capital. Improvement Plan and street plan, and Vision 2000 meant to plan ahead on the long term, in terms of new fire stations, new water systems, new reservoirs, upgrading of water pressure, etc. He referred to the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Port Angeles. He believed Mrs. Ross was seated on the Council in 1976 when the Comprehensive Plan was adopted, and explained that first the citizens were involved, producing the basis, then the Planning Commission had it, and it came to the Council. He stated frankly, this Council and Planning Commission had not really had the time to update that Comprehensive Plan. He stated that „would be the Comprehen- sive Plan for 2000. Upon inquiry by Mr. Leonard, Councilman Quast stated it would include zoning. land use, and arterials. Councilman Stamon added that this was more than a Comprehensive Plan. She stated it was future thinking; it was asking the question: "How do we want Port Angeles to be in the year 2000, and what do we need to do now to plan for that She stated it was an attempt on the part of the Council to think ahead more than just one or two budget cycles, and to try and set aside reserves and develop programs to deal with issues that are going to occur that far out. Mr. Leonard asked if this plan was in print. The Council responded no; that the objective was to set up this type of a plan. Councilman Hallett stated that this had evolved as a result of a meeting members of the Council had attended that was put on by the State a few months ago at Peninsula College, which was called Washington 2000, and had to do with some long -range dreaming about things you'd like to do. He stated you don't just constrain yourself to what we have right now, and why we can't do something, you look ahead, and who cares how you get there. He stated you ask what you would like to do if you could do anything you wanted; then look backwards and say, well, what do we do to get there? He stated it's a process that's a little more challenging and a little more 852 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 long- range, but if you don't do that, what you end up with is a patch -work of things you do a year or two at a time without any long -term coordination of why you're doing it in the first place. Mr. Leonard asked if it was the Council's intent to have a citizens' group involved with this. Councilman Hallett answered in the affirmative, stating, "absolutely." He stated that was important because hopefully a lot of us would still be around at that time and it's important that to have some input too. He stated the mechanism was not clearly identified, but the reason he had put it on there was to get the process started. Mr. Leonard felt this was commendable. Councilman Stamon stated it's also an attempt to get away from being a reactionary and to be better able to take control of the direction we want to go. Hattie Berglund, 1834 West Seventh Street, emphasized that this was the second meeting the Council had to set goals. She stated the last meeting was lengthy and there were a fair number of people who spoke at it, including the Downtown Association and the Chamber of Commerce. She felt that some of the criticism the Council was getting was unjust. She stated every citizen and every business person in Port Angeles had an opportunity, and still did, to be involved in setting the Goals of this City if they wanted to, they could come forward right now in the next few days and take part in the process that would help the Council decide and consider the Goals that they adopt for this City. Councilman Quast spoke on the term "Mission Statement stating that the Council had expanded in the area of quality of life and human services with programs, such as Medic I, etc., and that now maybe citizens wanted the City to go back to providing basic services, such as water, streets, police, fire, only. He listed the various human service activities the City Council had either assisted in funding or was participating on committees for, and stated that the Council really needed to know from the public whether the public wished them to go back to basics or to continue in the area of quality of life. Councilman Hallett expanded, by stating that successful organizations had a well- thought -out purpose for why they existed, and emphasized that the Council needed to know from the public the direction the public wished them to go. Councilman McPhee stated Councilman Quast had said we should look for the most cost effective way of providing these services, and he agreed. As an example, he stated Human Services was mentioned and now that the City was involved, we had Human Services provided by all four levels of government, and the City was not equipped to handle it and we were just dispensing money and assuming that the County was doing it. He was concerned that we not get into activities that don't belong in the realm of City government. He urged the Council to consider it desirable that we be cost effective and urged them not to duplicate the bureaucratic dollars that are already being spent at the Federal, State and County levels. Councilman Stamon stated that was a very strong concern on the part of all members of the Council in that we do not duplicate tgx dollars and that was one of the reasons we participated and supported the concept of a Human Services Coordinating Council. She stated since we were contributing funds to it, we had the ability and the responsibility to see that the citizens of Port Angeles were receiving the best dollar value for their services that they could. Councilman Schermer felt it imperative that Council members participate on the committee level to monitor where the monies allocated by the City were going with regard to Human Services. Councilman McPhee stated that Councilmembers' time was free, but staff time was not, and they spent time preparing documentation for the committees. He felt it would be better if we just got out of the funding of it, possibly by relinquishing part of our tax base to the County so we don't get involved. Councilman Stamon raised a point of order in that we were getting away from the topic of goals and objectives. She felt this particular debate should be included as a part of the budget process and not a part of this public meeting. Ms. Ross stated she first came to Port Angeles in 1951, and in 1954, a study, which was about a six month process took place. She stated all of the organizations in the community as well as any person in the community who wanted to get involved participated, and as a result, the community came up with a series of goals. In 1970, which was sixteen years later, a community development workshop was held and there were a number of goals established at that time. She stated the public pier was one, as was the development of Civic Field. She stated a lot of those goals had been accomplished and it may be now time for the community to have another type of development workshop. She stated then it comes from the people to the Council instead of the Council trying to drag it out of people. Councilman Quast stated that was exactly what Councilman Hallett had envisioned with Vision 2000. Councilman Stamon stated that the public had an opportunity now to add to this list. She stated that all the Council had done with these goals and objectives was to suggest a starting place and that the public had been asked repeatedly to come and provide their input. Ms. Ross felt that Councilman Stamon did not understand. Councilman Stamon felt that we could develop the City Council's goals, and in addition as a separate thing in conjunction with what Ms. Ross was saying, yes, we needed to do a Vision 2000 and have another type of a public meeting. She stated this set of goals was more focused on the City budget but there was room for both types of goal setting processes. She felt it very important to point out that this was a public process and the public still had the availability to let the Council know if they were on the right track. She did not feel that it was fair to say that we were not open to public process. She was not saying that there could not be more public process or that it could not be done in different ways. Council members debated the Human Services issue at great length. Councilman Schermer addressed Mrs. Ross' concern and Councilman Stamon's response. He felt this was not an "either /or" process; that there was another level like "Vision 2000" where a citizens task force was established to see where the city wants to be 10 or 12 years from now. He saw them as two separate processes. Councilman Stamon concurred stating they were two different processes that go together hand in glove. Marvin Merrick understood the frustration of Councilmembers that more members of the public did not participate but felt that the Council had taken an oath and their duty was to establish goals and pursue those goals and if the public did not want to become involved they had the right not to. Council discussed and debated other goals, including Councilman McPhee's view that replacement and upgrading of the water system should be placed as a higher priority. Following discussion, Council scheduled a work session for November 10, 1987, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the old City Hall to further review the goals and objectives for 1988 and beyond. Manager Flodstrom stated he would provide advance notice if the meeting could be located in the new City Hall. Councilman Stamon recommended Councilmembers identify goals that needed to be added or changed regarding priority as a result of the survey. Councilman Stamon moved to continue with the remaining items on the agenda as it was after 10:00 p.m. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. 7. Planning Commission Minutes of October 14, 1987 A. Temporary Use Permit Doss Extension Granted B. Conditional Use Permit Zink Approved 853 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 Council considered the request for extension of a temporary use permit to allow a travel trailer in the RS -7, Single Family Residential District as a residence for an elderly parent located at 1702 West Fourth Street. Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a two year extension subject to the original conditions and findings. Councilman Quast seconded and the motion carried. Council considered a request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the purchase and recycling of non ferrous metals in the ACD Arterial Commercial District located at 124 South Albert Street. Councilman Hallett 854 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the Conditional Use Permit subject to the following conditions: 1. This permit authorizes an enclosed storage and salvage store for the recycling of metal products. No other commercial uses are authorized by this permit. 2. There shall be no temporary or long -term outdoor storage of materials, support equipment, or vehicles. 3. If this location is used for the storage of batteries, the applicant shall immediately submit a storage plan to the Planning Department. All applicable requirements of the Port Angeles Fire Department and the Building Division for the storage of batteries shall be met. 4. Any signs must be consistent with the Port Angeles Zoning Code, and be submitted to the Building Division for approval. 5. Project operation, including related truck traffic and loading, shall be limited to Monday through Saturday, from 7 A.M., to 6 P.M.; and citing the following findings: A. This use has been conditioned to ensure that it shall not be detrimental to the health, safety, comfort and welfare of the general public. B. As conditioned, the use of the site is consistent with the existing uses in the immediate area and zone. C. The project, as conditioned, will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the surrounding properties. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. C. Conditional Use Permit Belveal- Wilder Toyota Approved Council considered the request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the painting, mechanical, and structural repairs of automobiles and all other related activities performed by a collision repair shop to occur in the ACD Arterial Commercial District located at 532 East First Street. Councilman Stamon moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the Conditional Use Permit subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall submit a detailed floor plan of the building to the Planning Department. The proposed us within the existing structure shall meet all Fire Code regulations of the Port Angeles Fire Department, and all regulations for the Building Section of the Public Works Department. 2. The applicant shall submit a detailed parking plan to the Planning Department, indicating ingress, egress, and parking. 3. This permit shall be null and void if not used within one year of approval, or if the use is abandoned for a period of one year; and citing the following findings: A. The project, as conditioned, will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts to the surrounding properties. B. The commercial use of this property, as conditioned, is compatible with the surrounding commercial properties. C. This use has been conditioned to ensure that it shall not be detrimental to the health, safety, comfort, and welfare of the general public. Councilman Hesla seconded and the motion carried. D. Approval of Minutes Councilman Schermer moved to accept and place on file the minutes of the Planning Commission of October 14, 1987. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 8. Surplus Power Funds From Bonneville Power Administration Councilman Hallett moved to refer this item to the UAC. Councilman Quast seconded. Councilman Schermer urged the UAC in discussion to consider the alternative of replacing incentive funds for residential weatherization as a strong possibility. Councilman Stamon pointed out that there was $134,000 coming back to the City of Port Angeles and the Council needed to decide how to use that money. She stated it was nice to know that we were getting money back from Bonneville. Light Director Orton pointed out that we not only were able to avoid a rate increase, but now were getting a rebate. On call for the question, the motion carried. 9. Destination Resort Greenlight Session Councilman Stamon Delegated Councilman Quast inquired where the term "Greenlight Session" came in. Councilman Stamon stated this was a term used in the video on Butte, Montanna which was played at the last Council meeting. She stated that the thought behind this was that we need to get a meeting together preferably early in 1988 of anyone in the community that has an interest in seeing the development of a Destination Resort Facility become a reality. She stated she could see a number of agencies becoming involved; the Port, the City, the EDC, the Tourism and Convention Association, the National Park Service, the DNR, Chamber of Commerce, Transit System, PUD, private enterprise, local restauranteur, motel and resort owners, representatives of the banking industry, the State Department of Tourism, and Department of Economic Development, members of the press, some successful developers of destination resorts such as Semiaumu, or Salishan Lodge. She stated that we could; 1. identify some possible areas within the County to be developed; 2. to identify the things that we need to do to attract this type of development and 3. identify ways of getting those things done so that we can go out and market this community as a site that's ready, willing and able to be developed as a destination resort. She stated if we could do that and have the groundwork laid and the barriers removed, then go out, that we would be successful in attracting exactly that type of development. She felt it would be a real economic boom to this community. Councilman Quast felt that maybe a destination resort should be pushed by private enterprise and not by the government. Councilman Stamon stated she did not expect the cities or counties to participate financially in this, that she was just asking for some staff time. Councilman Quast responded that staff time was money. Councilman Stamon did not see a lot of staff time being involved but she would like the Council to buy off on the concept and at least give her some support as she was willing to commit a substantial amount of her time in order to do this for the community. Councilman Quast then moved that we delegate the function to get the ball rolling to Councilman Stamon, however, for the time being we not allocate our staff time and that we request the EDC as well as the TCACC, and the Chamber which receives $30,000 from us each year, to carry the major ball in terms of staff allocation. He stated he would like to keep our staff, for the time being, free from new enterprises. Councilman Hallett stated that the goal of establishing a destination facility again was established at the workshop with the State Economic Development Board where representatives from the industry with the exception of resort owners were involved. He agreed with the concept, however he agreed with Councilman Quast in that the Council allocates money to other agencies to pursue this type of thing. He stated we fund organizations whose primary mission is to be a catalyst of these types of things and if we had members of the Council who want to be involved, he felt that was great. He could not in good conscience allocate additional staff time at this time. He stated the concept makes sense in addition to the monetary assistance were already providing. Councilman Hesla concurred with Councilman Hallett. He agreed with the frustration and urged review of the contracts for the different agencies we provide funds for, and that our representatives on those board could get those agencies behind the idea also. The motion carried. 10. Resolution Passed for Abatement of Overgrown Lots Mayor Whidden read the Resolution by title, entitled, RESOLUTION NO. 25 -87 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 McPhee moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman Quast seconded and the motion carried. 11. Ordinance Adopted Establishing New Funds Mayor Whidden read the Ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2460 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles establishing a Civic Pride Fund, Sewer Improvement Fund, and D.A.R.E. Fund, for the administration of municipal funds. 855 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 856 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 Councilman Schermer moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Hallett seconded and the motion carried. 12. Park Board Minutes of September 17, 1987 Councilman Hallett moved to accept and place on file the Park Board Minutes of September 17, 1987. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman McPhee wished to point out an inaccuracy on page 3, paragraph 4. He pointed out that he had wanted the Missing in Action sign to stay on the Liberty Bell. On call for the question, the motion carried. 13. Utility Advisory Committee Meeting Scheduled The Council scheduled a meeting of the Utility Advisory Committee for November 2, 1987, at 4:00 P.M. 14. Electric Rate Ordinance Industrial Rate Adopted Mayor Whidden read the Ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2661 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles altering the rates for the sale of electricity; amending Section 6 of Ordinance 2054 as most recently amended by Section 2 of Ordinance 2417; amending Section 2 of Ordinance 2173 as most recently amended by Section 3 of Ordinance 2417; amending Section 6 of Ordinance 2273; and amending Sections 13.12.060, 13.12.071 and 13.12.073 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 15. Contract Modifications to Heat Recovery System at William Shore Memorial Pool Schmitt Sheet Metal Authorized Councilman Quast moved the Council authorize the Mayor to execute a contract in substantially the form submitted tonight for piping and system modifications at the William Shore Memorial Swimming Pool with Schmitt Sheet Metal and Roofing, Inc., and Brown Caldwell. Councilman Schermer seconded. Following discussion, the motion carried. VIII CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS /LATE ITEMS Councilman Stamon noted the Centennial Committee was encouraging members of the Council or the public to make funding requests for potential centennial celebration projects. She further reported on the most recent meeting of the Transit Board. She stated it looked like they would be able to have a one percent decrease in the budget this year. 5he, a potential rate increase was being considered. Councilman Schermer pointed out that right now 7.6% of the operation of the busses are paid for by fares. He stated public hearings had been held at Forks, Sequim, and Port Angeles and the total input at those three public meetings were received from only six people. She reported that the Public Health Committee had met last Thursday, and reviewed the recommendations of that committee. Councilman Hesla referred to a list of nominees for the Chamber of Commerce Board in the information agenda. Councilman Quast moved that the Council delegate the function of voting for the board of the Port Angeles Chamber to Councilman Hesla. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Hallett reported on the meeting of the Mental Health Board where priorities for funding were established. He stated he would have more information the second meeting of November. He stated he had been approached by citizens concerned about the intersection of Peabody and Viewcrest. He stated people would like to have a four -way stop. He stated that there was concern about a blind spot there in relation to a bus stop stating that citizens had indicated there had been some near misses there. local restauranteur, motel and resort owners, representatives of the banking industry, the State Department of Tourism, and Department of Economic Development, members of the press, some successful developers of destination resorts such as Semiaumu, or Salishan Lodge. She stated that we could; 1. identify some possible areas within the County to be developed; 2. to identify the things that we need to do to attract this type of development and 3. identify ways of getting those things done so that we can go out and market this community as a site that's ready, willing and able to be developed as a destination resort. She stated if we could do that and have the groundwork laid and the barriers removed, then go out, that we would be successful in attracting exactly that type of development. She felt it would be a real economic boom to this community. Councilman Quast felt that maybe a destination resort should be pushed by private enterprise and not by the government. Councilman Stamon stated she did not expect the cities or counties to participate financially in this, that she was just asking for some staff time. Councilman Quast responded that staff time was money. Councilman Stamon did not see a lot of staff time being involved but she would like the Council to buy off on the concept and at least give her some support as she was willing to commit a substantial amount of her time in order to do this for the community. Councilman Quast then moved that we delegate the function to get the ball rolling to Councilman Stamon, however, for the time being we not allocate our staff time and that we request the EDC as well as the TCACC, and the Chamber which receives $30,000 from us each year, to carry the major ball in terms of staff allocation. He stated he would like to keep our staff, for the time being, free from new enterprises. Councilman Hallett stated that the goal of establishing a destination facility again was established at the workshop with the State Economic Development Board where representatives from the industry with the exception of resort owners were involved. He agreed with the concept, however he agreed with Councilman Quast in that the Council allocates money to other agencies to pursue this type of thing. He stated we fund organizations whose primary mission is to be a catalyst of these types of things and if we had members of the Council who want to be involved, he felt that was great. He could not in good conscience allocate additional staff time at this time. He stated the concept makes sense in addition to the monetary assistance were already providing. Councilman Hesla concurred with Councilman Hallett. He agreed with the frustration and urged review of the contracts for the different agencies we provide funds for, and that our representatives on those board could get those agencies behind the idea also. The motion carried. 10. Resolution Passed for Abatement of Overgrown Lots Mayor Whidden read the Resolution by title, entitled, RESOLUTION NO. 25 -87 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 McPhee moved to pass the Resolution as read by title. Councilman Quast seconded and the motion carried. 11. Ordinance Adopted Establishing New Funds Mayor Whidden read the Ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2460 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles establishing a Civic Pride Fund, Sewer Improvement Fund, and D.A.R.E. Fund, for the administration of municipal funds. 855 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 856 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 Councilman Schermer moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman. Hallett seconded and the motion carried. 12. Park Board Minutes of September 17, 1987 Councilman Hallett moved to accept and place on file the Park Board Minutes of September 17, 1987. Councilman Stamon seconded. Councilman McPhee wished to point out an inaccuracy on page 3, paragraph 4. He pointed out that he had wanted the Missing in Action sign to stay on the Liberty Bell. On call for the question, the motion carried. 13. Utility Advisory Committee Meeting Scheduled The Council scheduled a meeting of the Utility Advisory Committee for November 2, 1987, at 4:00 P.M. 14. Electric Rate Ordinance Industrial Rate Adopted Mayor Whidden read the Ordinance by title, entitled, ORDINANCE NO. 2661 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles altering the rates for the sale of electricity; amending Section 6 of Ordinance 2054 as most recently amended by Section 2 of Ordinance 2417; amending Section 2 of Ordinance 2173 as most recently amended by Section 3 of Ordinance 2417; amending Section 6 of Ordinance 2273; and amending Sections 13.12.060, 13.12.071 and 13.12.073 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Hallett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Stamon seconded and the motion carried. 15. Contract Modifications to Heat Recovery System at William Shore Memorial Pool Schmitt Sheet Metal Authorized Councilman Quast moved the Council authorize the Mayor to execute a contract in substantially the form submitted tonight for piping and system modifications at the William Shore Memorial Swimming Pool with Schmitt Sheet Metal and Roofing, Inc., and Brown Caldwell. Councilman Schermer seconded. Following discussion, the motion carried. VIII CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS /LATE ITEMS Councilman Stamon noted the Centennial Committee was encouraging members of the Council or the public to make funding requests for potential centennial celebration projects. She further reported on the most recent meeting of the Transit Board. She stated it looked like they would be able to have a one percent decrease in the budget this year. She„ptated a potential rate increase was being considered. Councilman Schermer pointed out that right now 7.6% of the operation of the busses are paid for by fares. He stated public hearings had been held at Forks, Sequim, and Port Angeles and the total input at those three public meetings were received from only six people. She reported that the Public Health Committee had met last Thursday, and reviewed the recommendations of that committee. Councilman Hesla referred to a list of nominees for the Chamber of Commerce Board in the information agenda. Councilman Quast moved that the Council delegate the function of voting for the board of the Port Angeles Chamber to Councilman Hesla. Councilman Schermer seconded and the motion carried. Councilman Hallett reported on the meeting of the Mental Health Board where priorities for funding were established. He stated he would have more information the second meeting of November. He stated he had been approached by citizens concerned about the intersection of Peabody and Viewcrest. He stated people would like to have a four -way stop. He stated that there was concern about a blind spot there in relation to a bus stop stating that citizens had indicated there had been some near misses there. CC1059[1] Councilman Schermer reported on meetings of the Developmental Disabilities and the Museum Boards. Upon inquiry, Manager Flodstrom stated that the Museum did need to submit budget requests to the City if they wanted to make adjustments in their 1988 budget. Mayor Whidden reminded the Council that there was a note in the information packet on the DSHS community forum, November 2, 1987, at the High School cafeteria. He stated most Councilmembers should attend. He had noted concerns on the 10th and K water line and stated he would discuss that with the City Manager. He reported on an international transit meeting he had attended in San Francisco with 16,000 other transit people from all over the world. He stated it was a very enlightening meeting. Councilman Quast noted that on October 15, 1982, the struggle started with the Washington Transportation Commission with regard to the ferry system and a year ago this month, the appeal was started on the removal of the toll from the Hood Canal bridge. He stated the City and the Port had been the major contributors both in terms of money and in time on the part of Councilmembers, etc. He stated he did not think he would still be on the Council when the final decision from the 19th District Court came down. He presented statistics to the council on attendance at committee meetings, particularly with regard to Human Services. He stated some Councilmembers were taking on burdens that really were excessive and that other members have not attended any of the committee meetings scheduled. He wanted to put Councilmembers on notice that he would request now of the attorney whether Council by Ordinance could stipulate a policy that Councilmembers, as part of the Council and representative of the people had to attend the committees to which they are assigned. He stated it did not work that some Councilmembers fora ear neglect their assignments. He wanted to know if the Council could e 4 rea member who had not fulfilled his obligations and duties or whether a part of the monthly per diem or salary could be withheld or seized, or whether committee assignments could be separately compensated so that those who carry additional burdens are compensated fairly. Councilman McPhee asked about the proposed nuisance ordinance. Attorney Knutson stated this did not need to be discussed tonight but it could be. Councilman McPhee asked if some of the concerns could be addressed, possibly under the Building Code. He wanted inclusion of items addressing unorthodox projections, untended holes in walls, parts of houses which remain unrepaired, resulting in a loss of value of adjoining properties. Councilman Quast discussed briefly with staff the access to gravel pit property and the Snohomish County PUD policy paper. He urged Council to read the memo from Rob Orton to Craig Knutson and provide input to the members of the UAC before their next meeting. Mayor Whidden discussed briefly with staff acquisition of land on Ediz Hook and correspondence taking place with the Bureau of Land Management. IX ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION The meeting was adjourned to Executive Session at approximately 11:19 P.M. X RETURN TO OPEN SESSION The meeting was returned to open session at approximately 11:45 P.M. XI ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at approximately 11:47 P.M. City Clerk Mayor CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 20, 1987 z1t 857