Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 10/26/1977379. CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington October 26, 1977 I CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:30 PM. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Olson, Councilmen Anderson, Haguewood, Hordyk, Ross, Wray. Members Absent: Councilman Buck Staff Present: Manager Whorton, Attorney Walrath, Clerk Parrish. P. Carr, D. Flodstrom, K. Rodocker, R. Orton, D. Frizzell, J. Honnold, C. Caso. Guests Present: L. Sunny, D. Bragg, E. Tinkham, M. McCall, R. Kitselman, L. Torres, P. Vick, K. Clark, G. & J. Umbehocker, S. Fahnestock, F. Bird, J. Drovdahl, R. Hubbard, P. Downie, B. Dickinson, E. Downen, R. Parrish, D. Bettger. III MINUTES Councilman Wray moved the Council accept and place on file as received the minutes of the October 12 and 13, 1977 meetings. Councilman Hordyk seconded the motion and it carried. IV FINANCE 1. BID CALL AUTHORIZATION - LINCOLN PARK LONGHOUSE This agenda item was left on the table.. 2. BID AWARD - SALE OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT Councilman Hordyk moved the Council accept K. Burgher's bid o£ $250 for the 1971 Dodge Polara with 76,833 miles, H.M. .Hutchison's bid of $52 for the 1971 Dodge Polara with 100,732 miles, H.M. Hutchison's bid of $300.50 for the 1972 Plymouth Fury, and the Old Chief's Enterprises bid of $417 for the Front End Loader Bucket Attachment, as recommended by Administrative Services Director Orton. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ross and carried. 3. 8TH & RACE STREET SIGNALIZATION PROJECT Councilman Anderson moved the Council approve payment of $310.15 to Harstad Associates for traffic engineering services on the design phase of the 8th and Race Street Traffic Signal. Councilman Haguewood seconded the motion and it carried. 4. ELWHA RIVER WATER PROJECT Councilman Haguewood moved the Council approve payment of $85,689.94 to CH2M/Hill for engineering services through August 24, 1977 in connection with the Elwha River Water Project. The motion was seconded by Council- man Hordyk and passed by the Council. 5. VOUCHERS PAYABLE AND PAYROLL Councilman Hordyk moved the Council approve Vouchers Payable of $324,411.62 and Payroll of $119,096.79. Councilman Wray seconded the motion. During discussion on the motion Councilman Wray requested clarification on P.O. No 7843, Payment to Seattle First National Bank for September 1-15 1977 Payroll Processing, and Councilman Hordyk requested clarification on P.O. No. 8259, Payment to Weyerman Boat, Inc. for absorbent chips. On called vote, the motion was passed by the Council. ~vo CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 26, 1977 V ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE NOT ON THE AGENDA None. VI LEGISLATION 1. PLANNING COMMISSION Mayor Olson read the minutes of the Planning Commission's October 18, 1977 meeting with the following action being taken by the Council: A. Conditional Use Permit - Verne L. Hedahl: Councilman Hordyk moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a one year extension to V. Hedahl's conditional use permit for making pottery as a home occupation at 2318 South Laurel. Councilman Wray seconded the motion and it carried. B. Conditional Use Permit - Charles Friedman: Councilman Ross moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a one year extension to C. Friedman's conditional use permit to operate a pottery studio as a home occupation at 814 West 11th Street. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk. During discussion on the motion the Council discussed a possible two year extension of this permit with Planner Carr and Mr. Friedman. On call for the question, the motion carried. C. Conditional Use Permit - John J. Sutton: Councilman Ross moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a one year extension to J. Sutton's con- ditional use permit to operate a bathtub refinishing business as a home occupation at 718 East Third Street. The motion was seconded by Council- , man Wray and carried. D. Conditional Use Permit - Gordon & Joyce Umbehocker: Councilman Anderson moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a one year extension to Gordon and Joyce Umbehocker's conditional use permit to sell square dance apparel as a home occupation at 2909 South Oak Street. Councilman Haguewood seconded the motion and it carried. E. Final Plat of Pinebrook, Division No. 2 - Johnie Key: Councilman Wray moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve the final plat of Pinebrook, Division No. 2, consisting of six fingle family lots of 1.91 acres located on the southwest corner of McDougall Street and Benjamin Avenue. The motion .was seconded by Councilman Hordyk and carried. F. Conditional Use Permit - Karen R. Grim: Councilman Hordyk moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a one year extension to K. Grim's conditional use permit to operate a plant boutique as a home occupation at 1703 West Fifth Street. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wray and carried. G. M-1 Permit - Port of Port Angeles: Referring to a map, Planner Carr outlined the Port of Port Angeles' plans for development of a North Industrial Park Site located north of the Airport and south of Eighteenth Street. The intent of the Port to is develop the park in three phases over an eight to twelve CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 26, 1977 year period for light industrial use. Phase 2 of the development will include a 75 foot buffer zone, which will prevent viewing the industrial uses from 18th Street, and the paving of streets. Mr. Carr also briefly reviewed the proposed uses that would be permissible in a light, in- dustrial park which includes light manufacturing/processing, communication activities, distribution/wholesale activities, industrial service ac- tivities, and limited commercial activities. Planner Carr briefly approval of Phase I, At this time Councilman Hordyk voiced his objection to Condition No. 8 which permits "at the north entrance to the park, one sign thirty-five feet in height, 300 square feet in area, lighted but not intermittent or flashing, with no sign at the east entrance." Councilman Hordyk stated he felt a sign of this type would not be compatible with a RS-4 single family residential zone. After further discussion with Planner Carr, Mr. Paul Vick, Port Planner, addressed the Council and stated that the only purpose of a sign would be to identify the park and would be designed to fit in with the landscaping of the park. Manager Whorton also pointed out that Condition No. 9 has been amended to read "All street and utility improvements including related on site improvements shall be to the specifications of the Public Works Depart- ment to assure compatibility with City systems." The list of "proposed uses" that would be permissible in a light dustrial park was also briefly discussed. During the discussion was emphasized that the "proposed uses" are guidelines only. Councilman Wray then moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a M-1 Permit for Phase I of the Port of Port Angeles' Industrial Park, subject to the fourteen conditions as amended by the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ross. During discussion on the motion, Councilmen Anderson and Haguewood discussed with Mr. Vick the possible energy impact of the park and the approximate completion date of the entire project. On call for the question the motion was passed by the Council. Councilman Hordyk moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a one year extension to B. Eijkemans' conditional use permit for making orthodontic applicances as a home occupation at 416 West Boulevard. The motion was seconded by Council- man Anderson and carried. Councilman Hordyk moved the Council accept Commission mintes of October 18, 1977. The Councilman Ross and carried. Mayor Olson read a letter from R. Sorenson, J. Swedstedt and S. Baker pro- posing the City Council initiate a feasibility study that would investigate the possibility of developing an additional playing complex for soccer and softball. The letter suggested that three softball diamonds and two reg- ulation sized soccer fields be constructed, with adequate lighting to in- crease their desirability. Councilman Hordyk moved the Council refer this proposal to the Parks and Recreation Department and to the Budget Hearings. Councilman Ross seconded the motion and it carried. `~ " 2 CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 26, 1977 VI LEGISLATION 3. RESOLUTION RE UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION FINANCING Manager Whorton explained to the Council that effective January 1, 1976 the City is required to provide an unemployment compensation program for its employees. The City has two options for financing this program and must register with the Employment Security Department and specify which option it chooses by December 15, 1977. Mayor Olson then introduced and . read by title Resolution No. 29-77 entitled, Resolution No. 29-77 A RESOLUTION of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, providing for registration with the Commissioner of the Employment Security Department prior to December 15, 1977 and specifying the payments in lieu of con- tributions option for financing the payment of un- employment compensation benefits. CouncilmanHordyk moved the Council adopt the foregoing Resolution as read by title by Mayor Olson. Councilman Wray seconded the motion and it carried. 4. ORDINANCE RE MOTORIZED WHEELCHAIRS FOR THE HANDICAPPED Attorney Walrath spoke to the Council concerning a request from Mrs. R. Downen in regards to the handicapped and their mobility. Mrs. Downen is handicapped and uses a power operated wheelchair. However, she has en- countered problems with the Police Department since her wheelchair is classified as a power operated vehicle but cannot be licensed as such, and in some areas she must travel on the streets. Attorney Walrath pointed out that the City has adopted the State Motor Vehicle Code as it's code for controlling motor vehicles within the City. The Motor Vehicle Code contains certain regulations for pedestrians when they are , in the roadway. He then suggested that the Council consider adogtinq an ordinance which addresses power operated wheelchairs and devices of this nature, classifying them in the pedestrian category rather than the motor vehicle category. Such as ordinance would solve the problem for both the Police Department and the handicapped. After further dis- cussions, Councilman Ross moved the Council instruct Attorney Walrath to prepare an ordinance which addresses the problem of motorized wheelchairs. Councilman Hordyk seconded the motion and it carried. 5. 1978 PETROLEUM PRODUCTS Councilman Wray moved the Council authorize the City to }oin with the County in the call for bids on gasoline and heating fuel for 1978. Councilman Haguewood seconded the motion and it carried. 6. EASEMENT: STAN BURROWES Manager Whorton suggested to the Council that negotiations between the Staff, City Attorney, Mr. Burrowes and Mr. Burrowes' attorney could be started be- fore the final State report on the new water system is received. After a brief discussion, Manager Whorton was directed to pursue the matter on two fronts - negotiate with Mr. Burrowes and request a letter from the Depart- ment of Social and Health Services stating approval of the granting of an easement. 7. APPOINTMENT TO PARK, BEAUTIFICATION AND RECREATION COMMISSION ' Councilman Hordyk moved the Council take this item from the table. Council- man.Haguewood seconded the motion and it carried. Councilman Hordyk submitted the name of Mrs. Betty Goin, 1204 South "I" Street, to the Council for consideration, and then moved the Council appoint Mrs. Coin to the Park, Beautification and Recreation Commission as a new member for a three year term. Councilman Ross seconded the motion and it carried. CITY COUNCIL MEETING JiC1J October 26, 1977 VI LEGISLATION 8. PRELTMTNARY BUDGET HEARING SCHEDULE Manager Whorton submitted a tentative meeting schedule to review the 1978 Preliminary Budget-to the Council for their consideration and approval. There were no objections from the Council. 9. OILPORT REPORT Attorney Walrath informed the Council that on October 24, 1977 he attended a hearing of the Washington State Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council on the motion of Mr. Ritchie, Clallam County Prosecuting Attorney, to dis- miss Northern Tier's application. The Council denied Mr. Ritchie's motion. However, a Council member made a motion, which was supported by the City, to require Northern Tier to establish firm dates in which they a,~ould furnish the information needed to complete their application. Northern Tier must comply 'by the end of their current extension period, December 27, 1977. If not, the Energy Facility Siting Cauncil will consider the lack of in- formation as grounds for denial of any request for further extension. 10. PEABODY SUBSTATION STATUS REPORT No action was taken on this agenda item. 11. ZIG-ZAG RAMPWAY REPLACEMENT Mayor Olson read a memorandum from the Department of Public Works suggesting the City act as its own prime contractor for the Oak Street gig-Zag Rampway Project and let subcontractors for the various stages of construction. This procedure will hopefully result in a lower overall project cost and still meet the state bid law requirements. Director of Public Works Flodstrom then reviewed two proposed alignment sketches. The first alternative is for construction of a ramp exactly as the original and will cost approxi- mately $75,000. The second is a proposed realignment which will be shorter, more stable, and will cost approximately $60,000. Mr. Flodstrom also dis- cussed obtaining the needed right of way from the trustees of the K.O. Erickson Fund for the second alternative, the various degrees in the in- cline of both alternatives, various methods for stabilizing the toe of the slope, the possibility of using salvage material for both alternatives, and the possibility of using cable tie-downs to support the ramp laterally. Mr. Flodstrom requested the Council consider both alternatives within the next two weeks and decide which alternative would be best for the construc- tion of the rampway so that the Public Works Department can proceed with the call for bids. 12. APPOINTMENT TO THE CLALLAM COUNTY FAIR BOARD Councilman Hordyk moved the Council reappoint Parks Director Don Frizzell as the City Council's representative to the Clallam County Fair Board of Directors for a three year term of office, effective January 1, 1978. Councilman Ross seconded the motion and it carried. l3. LATE ITEMS A. Clallam County Letter re Temporary Vacation of a portion of Fourth Street. Mayor Olson read a letter from County Commissioner Dougherty requesting ' a temporary vacation of a portion of Fourth Street for contractor use during construction of the new Courthouse Complex. Commissioner Dougherty, who was present, explained that this vacation was needed for the additional space that will be required for large trucks to unload without having to drive into the construction area. Mr. Dougherty also stated that the intersection at Fourth and Chase Streets would remain open as would the access into the School Administration Building parking lot. Councilman Ross then moved the Council grant a temporary vacation of a portion of Fourth Street as requested by the Board of Clallam County 3 S ~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 26, 1977 VI LEGISLATION 13. Cont. Commissioners. Councilman Anderson seconded the motion. During dis- cussion on the motion, Director of Public Works Flodstrom requested a change in the terminology from temporary vacation to temporary closure and for permission to ask for qualifying information from the County on an indication by the County of the duration of the closure, agreement by the County to maintain the sidewalks and streets once the closure is complete, and an agreement by the County to be , responsible for any damage to existing City utilities. Councilman Ross then amended her motion to change the word vacation to closure, with Councilman Anderson concurring. Councilman Haguewood then sug- guested that the motion be amended to state that the details of this item be referred to the Public works Director for his discretion. Councilman Ross then amended her motion to state that the Council refer the details of this matter to the Public Works Director for his discretion. Councilman Anderson seconded the motion as amended and the motion as amended was then passed by the Council. B. Detoxification Facility Proposal A presentation was made by Commissioner Dougherty concerning a detox- ification facility proposed to be located at 1034 Caroline. The County feels, Mr. Dougherty stated, that the residence is a viable alternative to the problem for a detoxification facility, and this alternative should be preserved until a needs assessment study is completed. The property has been appraised at $64,500 on a market data approach, $65,000 on a cost approach and the sale price of $66,000 including an option to purchase some personal property valued at $1,500. The County felt that the property was a worthwhile investment. An option has been agreed upon with the owners of the property for a term of 5 months at $2,000. the County is requesting that each agency that have agreed to fund ' the needs assessment study also participate in the $2,000 option. The County, City of Port Angeles and Hospital District No. I will each contribute 25~, while the Town of Forks, Hospital District No. II and the City of Sequim will each contribute 8.3~. Councilman Ross moved the Council authorize the expenditure of $500 as the City's share in the $2,000 option to purchase the house at 1034 Caroline for a possible detoxification facility. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson. During discussion on the motion, Councilmen Haguewood and Hordyk voiced their concern regarding what would be involved in the City's future financial obligations toward a detoxification facility. After several further comments and questions from the Council relating to detoxification related problems, Mayor Olson called for the question and the motion carried with Councilman Wray voting "N0." C. County Requests Commissioner Dougherty requested the Council have the Public Works Department evaluate the provisions of the City's present Parking Ordinance and prehaps amend the ordinance to include a "compact car" provision. This would help the County with their problem of the number of required parking spaces on the Courthouse property. Commissioner Cougherty also requested the City submit to the County , engineers an estimate figure on the energy consumption of the Pool and the Roosevelt Jr. High Gymnasium. Manager Whorton advised Mr. Dougherty that all of the City's available data has been submitted to Mr. Ben Stone, County Administrator. VII STAFF REPORTS 1. Councilman Ross: Commented that the Veterans organization is losing member- ship and urged people to seek membership and help the work of this organization. CITY COUNCIL MEETING ~ ~ iv October 26, 1977 ii 1 VII STAFF REPORTS 2. Councilman Wray: Questioned the wording on the ballot in regards to the Public Pier proposition. 3. Councilman Anderson: Commented that trucks belonging to a transportation company at Front and Ennis were blocking the view of the intersection. Asked about any changes in the Building Code since the recent legislation ' on insulation requirements. 4. Manager Whorton: Urged all Council members to attend the 24th District Legislative Delegation meeting on November 11, 1977 in Shelton. VIII ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M. ,- City Clerk Mayor 1