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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 11/19/1991 2123 CITY COUNCIL MI~TING Port Angeles, Washington November 19, 1991 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order SPECIAL MEETING: at 6:11 p.m. - ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Sargent, Councilmen Nicholson, Ostrowski, Schueler and Wight. Members Absent: Councilmen Hallett and I~mon. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, S. Brodhun, B. Collins, K. Godbey, J. Pittis, B. Titus, G. Kenworthy, K. Ridout, J. Abram, B. Myers, B. Becket, D. Sawyer, B. Knight, E. Bonollo, and S. Skaggs. Public Present: G. Braun, J. Michalczik, L. Gray, K. Sorenson, J. Bondy, B. Haselton, J. & S. Teichert, S. Hicks, E. Larrabee, C. Alexander, C. May, J. Childers, G. Pettit, I. Nixon, K. Wollen, M. Rolf, L. Beil, and W. Quast. APPOINTMENT OF Mayor Sargent announced that Councilman Comell had submitted his resignation LARRY SCHUELER/ from the City Council effective this date. The November 5 election has not been ADMINISTRATION certified as yet so it is appropriate, at this time, for the Council to consider the OF OATH OF OFFICE: appointment of Larry Schueler to the City Council. Councilman Nicholson moved to appoint Larry Schueler to the City Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wight and carried unanimously. Clerk Upton administered the Oath of Office to Larry Schueler, who was then seated with the City Council immediately thereafter. ADJOURN TO Mayor Sargent adjourned the meeting to executive session at 6:15 p.m. to discuss EXECUTIVE SESSION: matters of litigation and real estate for approximately 30 minutes. RETURN TO OPEN The meeting returned to open session at 6:56 p.m. SESSION: CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order REGULAR MEETING: at 7:05 p.m. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Sargent. ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Sargent welcomed Larry Schueler to the City Council and expressed appreciation to Jerry Comell for his many contributions, particularly in the area of finance. APPROVAL OF Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of MINUTES: November 5, 1991. Councilman Wight seconded the motion. Mayor Sargent referenced Page 6, the last paragraph in the consideration of the tennis courts. Concerning the vote, she questioned whether the motion had, in fact, passed unanimously. She recalled that Councilman Lemon had voted in opposition. Clerk Upton offered to check the tape of proceedings in this regard. [Clerk's Note: The tape of proceedings indicates the motion in question did pass unanimously.] Councilman Wight referenced his comments noted on Page 3, the second to the last paragraph on the PRD consideration, and offered clarification in that the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code are intended to retain the residential nature of all zones, be they multi-family or single-family. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. -1- 2124 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 CEREMONIAL 1. Operation Life Safety Achievement Award to Jeff Abram, Port Angeles City MATTERS/ Fireman PROCLAMATIONS: Mayor Sargent presented Jeff Abram, Fire Prevention Specialist, with one of the most prestigious Operation Life Safety Achievement Awards for outstanding dedication and performance in promoting the increased use of residential sprinklers across America. 2. Proclamation recognizing November 21, 1991 as Great American Smokeout Day Mayor Sargent proclaimed November 21, 1991, as Great American Smokeout Day; the proclamation was accepted by Jane Childers. 3. Emplayee Suggestion Program award to Bruce Knight Manager Pomeranz presented an Employee Suggestion Program award to Police Officer Bruce Knight who had submitted a suggestion which streamlined office procedures and resulted in officers remaining available for more time in the field. CITY COUNCIL Mayor Sargent advised Councilman Schueler that he would be assigned to various COMMITTEE committees in the near future. In addition, Mayor Sargent volunteered to serve as REPORTS: the alternate to the Utility Advisory Committee until January, 1992, at which time new assignments will be made. Mayor Sargent reported the committee working on the Veto Burton enhancements will be presenting plans and estimates to Council in the near future. FINANCE: 1. Consideration of progress payment to Delhur Industries for Landfill Improvement Project for $41,916.42 In reviewing information pertinent to the progress payment to Delhur Industries, Mayor Sargent noted the project at the Landfill is 95 % complete and remaining work in progress includes completion of the drain material placement, stormwater remedial measures, and final punch list correction items. Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the progress payment to Delhur Industries for the Landfill improvement project in the amount of $41,916.42. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wight and carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Wight moved to accept the Consent Agenda, including: (1) Request permission to advertise for engineering services to design the next landfill cell; (2) Approval of IBM maintenance contract for RISC System/6000; (3) Approval of IBM financing for integrated finance system; (4) Correspondence from Washington State Liquor Control Board; (5) Vouchers of $515,188.70; (6) Payroll of ll/10/91 of $301,800.91; and (7) Concept Administrators Health Claims for October, 1991, of $129,166.08. Councilman Ostrowski seconded the motion. After limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. ITEMS FROM THE Mayor Sargent advised the Council that a member of the public had asked that the AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ public hearing on the Planned Residential Development be postponed to later in the STAFF TO BE meeting. Therefore, if no objection was voiced, she proposed that the PRD public CONSIDERED OR hearing be held .following the hearing on the Interim Ordinances for Wetlands and PLACED ON A Environmentally Sensitive Areas. This was acceptable to the Councilmembers. FUTURE AGENDA: Joe Michalczik, 520 W. Third Street, inquired as to who had submitted this request. Mayor Sargent responded the request was submitted by Ron Richards. James Lorenz, 1830 W. Fourth Street, asked that he be allowed to address the issue of the Planned Residential Development, and Mayor Sargent advised him a public hearing will be held at which time his comments would be welcome. -2- 2125 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 LEGISLATION: A. Public Hearings Public Hearings 1. Propped Interim Wetlands and Environmentally Sensitive Areas Protection Ordinances, City-wide: Proposed Ordinances (2) which wouM establish Interim Wetlands & regulations for the identification and protection of critical areas, such as Environmentally wetlands, wildlife habitats, geologically hazardous and frequently flooded Sensitive Areas areas Protection Ordinances Before opening the public hearing, Mayor Sargent noted that the adoption of such ordinances is a requirement of the Growth Management Act of 1990. She then opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. Robbie Mantooth, 2238 E. Lindberg, emphasized the importance of the ordinances _ under consideration. Although she had major concerns about certain portions of the ordinances, she indicated it may be advisable to proceed and get something in place. However, she noted concerns regarding conflict of interest and appearance of fairness on the part of experts participating in this process. She expressed the desire to maintain the public's right to ~ddress the Council through a public hearing process. Mrs. Mantooth also expressed concern with certain definitions and subsequently suggested property tax relief for the areas in question. Councilman Wight inquired of Mrs. Mantooth, in view of the deadlines and the fact these ordinances would be interim in nature, would she be supportive of adoption of the ordinances inclusive of present flaws. Mrs. Mantooth answered affirmatively noting something is better than nothing. Councilman Wight then inquired of staff as to when the next review of the two ordinances would occur. Planning Director Collins indicated this would take place during the review of the Comprehensive Plan and would return to the Council for consideration in a year and three months. The regulatory portion of the ordinances would be addressed early in 1994. When asked if the City is free to address this issue at any time, Director Collins responded the Planning Commission expressed concern with the application of the ordinances and is willing to monitor the process closely and readdress the issue when and if warranted. Bill Dawson, 1224 West Fourth Street, informed the Council that he had submitted comments to the Planning Commission, with those comments carried forward via the Planning Commission minutes. Julie Bondy, NTI Clark Associates, delineated various concerns with the ordinances, particularly relating to the cumbersome nature of the documents, the need to rewrite the ordinances with more concise language, the lack of brief and concise performance standards. Further, Ms. Bondy referenced the lack of appropriate language in defining high quality wetlands and questioned the generous nature of the wetlands definition. She questioned the reference to a technical scientist in the determination of regulatory wetland boundaries and noted the availability of specialists in the Port Angeles area who are qualified to assist in this regard - a scientist is not necessary. Ms. Bondy indicated an aerial photograph cannot be equated to a topographic map which should be required in order to determine the flow of water. Further, she addressed the matter of filing fees and suggested that filing fees and scope of work should be identified for the applicant before work commences. Ms. Bondy noted appreciation for certain portions of the ordinances and then offered to participate in any effort to reduce the size of the ordinances. There being no further public testimony, Mayor Sargent closed the public hearing at 7:50 p.m. Amendments to PRD 2. Proposed Amendments to Planned Residential Development (PRD) Chapter Chapter of Zoning of Zoning Ordinance No. 1709, as amended, City-wide: Proposed Ordinance No. 1709 amendments from the City Council's Innovative Housing Committee (public hearing continued from November 5, 1991) At its meeting of November 5, 1991, the City Council continued a public hearing in order to receive input from the Planning Commission on the matter of proposed amendments to the PRD Chapter of Zoning Ordinance No. 1709. Mayor Sargent reopened the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. Bill Dawson, 1224 West Fourth Street, distributed copies of a document which cited a hypothetical situation wherein the allowable density could conceivably be increased to 280% by virtue of the proposed amendments to the Planned Residential Development. Further, Mr. Dawson expressed concern with the possibility that developers could purchase land with the sole purpose of constructing high density -3- 2126 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 LEGISLATION: apartments on small areas of residential neighborhoods. Additionally, he raised the (Cont'd) issue of the increased likelihood that, once multi-family construction takes place in a neighborhood, it would be much easier to rezone small properties to multi-family Amendments to PRD with the result being similar to the I-5 corridor with wave upon wave of apartment Chapter of Zoning blocks. Mr. Dawson felt the amendments grant special privileges to developers by Ordinance No. 1709 allowing them building choices unavailable to previous home owners. He asked that (Cont'd) the Council establish safeguards to protect the homeowners from the developers. Joe Michalczik, 520 West Third Street, reviewed his recollection of the history of the proposed PRD amendments, the appointment of the Innovative Housing Committee, and his views pertinent to the Conditional Use Permit process. Mr. Michalczik felt the amendments would take away from a person's defense of personal rights, one of which is to retain the neighborhood in its present state. He advised Council of its obligation to make the public aware of the potential impacts of the PRD amendments. He urged the members of the committee to readdress methods of assuring protection to the individual homeowners and, in that regard, he offered his assistance in such an endeavor. Mr. Michalczik asked that action be continued to a time when further study can be conducted. Lori Gray, 1707 East Fourth Street, addressed comments to the unprofessional treatment of citizens at a recent meeting of the Pl~ning Commission. Ms. Gray indicated that, since it is the middle-class families who are the main taxpayers and who support the community, then there should be a right to maintain the neighborhoods they support. It is a travesty for the City to use the shortage of rental units as an excuse to give free reign to developers. Ms. Gray indicated she mistrusts the selfless concern for the needy and felt the heart of City officials is in their pockets. John Teicbert, 1713 East Fourth Street, distributed copies of a document expressing concern with the proposed amendments to the PRD. He indicated he and his wife were caught unaware of the dramatic changes and he expressed the opinion that inadequate public notice had been provided. He cited the lack of a SEPA checklist which would normally be made a part of this discussion. Mr. Teichert indicated zoning codes and ordinances cannot be changed by land speculators or political or economic pressures and influence except through the public process. He noted that the proposed amendments could change this mechanism to provide for the change of decision making from the public to commissions and internal offices or agencies. He felt the door would be opened to influence peddling. Mr. Teichert supported the elimination of PRD's through exact, current and appropriate zoning ordinances in order to protect neighborhoods. He encouraged a revisit of the existing zoning ordinances which would be comprehensive in nature and reflect the policies of the City and the desires of the community at large. Mr. Teichert offered to assist in such a review. Discussion followed concerning the process used by the Innovative Housing Committee and whether the meetings had been open to public participation. Keith Wollen, 3203 Maple, felt the citizens are not aware of the implications of the proposed amendments. He questioned the appropriateness of applying recreational buildings toward open space, and he encouraged neighborhood meetings to address the negative impacts of the PPD. Mr. Wollen felt City government does not recognize the wishes of neighborhoods; he felt it appropriate to zone areas specifically for multi-family housing and not intrude on single-family areas. Mr. Wollen requested that the Council not make any changes until the review of the Comprehensive Plan has been completed. Jim Lorenz, 1830 West Fourth Street, inquired as to the notification process concerning the proposed amendments; he felt the public is not aware of the gravity of the proposals. Mr. Lorenz spoke against the amendments as he wishes to see single-family neighborhoods protected. He requested that Council disapprove the changes in order to assure quality of life for City residents and afford due process to all. He asked that attention be directed to the Comprehensive Plan review. Further, Mr. Lorenz requested that information on such proposed changes be set forth in mailings to all homeowners with added media coverage via large ads in the newspaper. Robbie Mantooth, 2238 E. Lindberg, recalled how many citizens have spoken in opposition to the PRD ordinance over the past year and she queried as to whether the officials have listened to the input offered. She indicated there is a serious problem with respect to the treatment given to the public at the hearings. Mrs. Mantooth noted the lack of attention given to statements submitted by the public. Further, she addressed the need to make changes of this nature through the mechanism of the Comprehensive Plan. She cautioned the Council that it is 2127 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 LEGISLATION: important to disallow the creeping of rezoning areas so that more and more property (Cont'd) is committed to multi-family housing at the expense of single-family residents. The character of a,ilei~6od'can change dramatically because of the zoning creep. Amendments to PRD The feelings of the neighborhood residents seem to be ignored in the decision-making Chapter of Zoning process. She indicated the City must decide what price it is willing to pay in order Ordinance No. 1709 to increase densities. Mrs. Mantooth said densities should not be increased in (Cont'd) sensitive areas as natural resources will surely be destroyed. Larry McHone, 3303 McDougal, a member of the Innovative Housing Committee, noted the housing shortage in Port Angeles. He observed that many commentaries have been offered wherein the City is encouraged to rezone properties to multi-family as opposed to utilizing the PRD methodology. Mr. McHone said that, over the past three years, no rezone of this nature has ever been approved. This option is, therefore, questionable. He urged input from the public from the standpoint of offering positive solutions to the problem as opposed to just identifying what won't work and what won't be acceptable. Wemer Quast, 3800 Park Knoll, identified the proposed amendments as a Trojan Horse which, in reality, establish spot zoning. He suggested the alternative approach of the City approving mother-in-law type residences. Mr. Quast questioned the appropriateness of utilizing the figure of 4 acres as compared to 3.44 acres. Mr. Quast expressed the opinion that the PRD is a whim of man and Council should make every effort to guard against this type of decision making. Ron Richards, 313 East Twelfth Street, 8a_a_ressed Council by noting his recollection of PRD discussions over the past year and the fact that the Innovative Housing Committee did not respond properly to the charge it was given. He cited what he felt was lack of notification to the public as to the proposed amendments and noted matters were handled in a shady fashion. Mr. Richards felt the meetings of the committee had not been open to the public. Further, he addressed specific comments to the language of the amendments and the fact that the public does not feel a duplex is compatible with a single-family neighborhood. Mr. Richards discouraged high density neighborhoods in sensitive areas and expressed the opinion that the ordinance encourages apartments throughout the City. Mr. Richards offered further lengthy testimony and concluded with the recommendation that Council not create an inefficient monster but send the amendments back to the committee for further consideration. Julie Bondy, NTI Clark Associates, stated her support and appreciation of the work involved in this issue and she congratulated the City in its efforts to draft the first moderate density planned residential ordinance in the history of Port Angeles. Carl Alexander, 1712 West Fifth Street, a member of the Innovative Housing Committee, urged Council to pass the amendments. He reminded everyone that Port Angeles presently has a PRD ordinance in place. He noted the committee was trying to address the housing shortage issue and explained the purposes behind the recommendations. One of the goals was to establish a mechanism to allow ease in meeting the requirements of the PRD process; it is intended to establish a single project review process to streamline the PRD. Mixed building types should be allowed in large PRDs, and developments should be allowed to be phased in large PRDs. To protect large neighborhoods, smaller PRDs should not be allowed to mix building types or built in phases. Mr. Alexander further explained specifics pertinent to the recommended amendments and indicated these are good amendments; the PRD ordinance will be improved by these changes. There being no further testimony, the public hearing was closed at 9:41 p.m. Mayor Sargent addressed Council and queried as to whether a decision on the matter should be delayed until all Councilmembers are present. After limited discussion, Councilman Nicholson moved to delay a vote on the PRD amendments until the next Council meeting and to ask that the new Councilmember, as well as those absent this evening, be given the opportunity to review the tapes of proceedings. Councilman Ostrowski seconded the motion. In the discussion that ensued, Councilman Wight offered a friendly amendment that the public hearing on the PRD amendments be reopened and then continued in order to receive additional public input. Discussion followed and Councilmen Nicholson and Ostrowski accepted the friendly amendment. A vote was taken on the motion which carried unanimously. Mayor Sargent reopened the public hearing at 9:51 p.m. and declared it continued to the December 3, 1991 meeting of the City Council. -5- 2128 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 LEGISLATION: Mayor Sargent recessed the meeting for a break at 9:51 p.m. The meeting (Cont'd) reconvened at 10:15 p.m. Break B. Ordinances not requiring public hearings None C. Resolutions not requiring public hearings None Planning Commission D. Planning Commission minutes/action items Minutes of October 23, 1991 and November 13, 1. Planning Commission minutes of October 23, 1991 1991 Mayor Sargent referenced the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of ProposedInterimWetlands October 23, 1991, at which time a public hearing was held on the proposed Interim and Environmentally Wetlands and Environmentally Sensitive Areas Protection Ordinances. After lengthy Sensitive Areas Protection discussion on the appeal process, the reason for two separate ordinances and a Ordinances - Ordinances review of the composite map, Mayor Sargent read the following ordinance by title, No. 2655 & No. 2656 entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2655 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles establishing interim criteria for and regulation of wetlands in the City of Port Angeles and creating a new Chapter 15.24 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Wight offered an addition to the Ordinance, Page 24, Paragraph 4. Filing Fees: A scope of work and fee estimate shall be provided to the applicant before proceeding with the delineation. Councilman Wight moved to adopt the Interim Wetland Protection Ordinance as read by title, inclusive of the proposed amendment set forth above, and citing the following Findings and Condusious: FINDINGS: (1) Wetlands and their buffer areas are valuable and fragile natural resources with significant development constraints due to flooding, erosion, soil liquefaction potential, and septic disposal limitations; (2) In their natural state, wetlands provide many valuable social and ecological services, such as controlling flood waters, preventing shoreline erosion, providing areas for groundwater recharge, providing wildlife habitat, and providing open space and recreation opportunities; (3) Development in wetlands results in increased soil erosion, degradation of water quality, wildlife habitat and groundwater recharge areas; (4) Buffer areas surrounding wetlands are essential to the maintenance and protection of wetland functions and values; and CONCLUSIONS: (A) The loss of the social and ecological services provided by wetlands results in a detriment to public safety and welfare; replacement of such services, if possible at all, can require considerable public expenditures; (B) A considerable acreage of these important natural resources has been lost or degraded by draining, dredging, filling, excavating, building, polluting, and other acts inconsistent with the natural uses of such areas. Remaining wetlands are in jeopardy of being lost, despoiled, or impaired by such acts; (C) It is therefore necessary for the City of Port Angeles to ensure maximum protection for wetland areas by discouraging development activities in wetlands and those activities at adjacent sites that may adversely affect wetland functions and values; to encourage restoration and enhancement of already degraded wetland systems; and to encourage creation of new wetland areas; (D) The adoption of this ordinance and the protection of the City's wetlands is consistent with Sections 2(9,10), 5(1), 6(1)and 17(1,d)of the Growth Management Act (ESHB2929); Section 21 (2) of the Act' s 1991 Amendment (RESHB 1025); and the following policies listed in Chapter 6 of the City Comprehensive Plan: Goal: ~A community where development and use of the land are done in a manner that is compatible with the environment, the characteristics of the use and the users. ~; Residential Policies Nos. 12 and 13: 12: Residential developments should preserve and capitalize on existing unusual, unique and interesting natural features, should utilize and preserve scenic views, should maximize southern exposures, should offer protection from the prevailing winds, and should be designed to minimize energy use; 13: Building density should decrease as natural constraints, such as slope, drainage and soil 2129 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 LEGISLATION: conditions increase; Open Space Policies Nos. 2, 3, and 4: 2: Areas with severe (Cont'd) physical constraints should not be intensively developed; 3: Wherever possible, unique envi~tal ~and tOpOgraphic features should be preserved; 4: Natural Proposed InterimWetlands topographic conditions and soil conditions should be a major determinant of the and Environmentally intensity of development of all areas of the community; Land Use Objectives Nos. Sensitive Areas Protection 1, 3, 6, 7: 1: To encourage the most appropriate use of the land in Port Angeles; Ordinances - Ordinances 3: To conserve and restore areas of natural beauty and other natural resources; 6: No. 2655 & No. 2656 To promote a coordinated development of the undeveloped areas of the city and of (Cont'd) the surrounding suburban area; 7: to guide the physical development of the area through planning and planning implementing methods; and (E) the adoption of this ordinance is in the best interest of the public health, safety, and welfare; and authorize publication by summary. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ostrowski. After limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion which _ carried unanimously. Mayor Sargent read the following Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2656 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles establishing interim environmentally sensitive areas protection and creating Chapter 15.20 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Ostrowski moved to adopt the Interim Environmentally Sensitive Areas Protection Ordinance as read by rifle, citing the following Findings and Conclusions: FINDINGS: (1) Development in stream corridors results in siltation of streams, loss of stream corridor vegetation, elimination of wildlife and fish habitat, increased peak flow rates and decreased summer low flow rates, stream channeling, piping of streanfflow and crossing of streams by culverts and construction near or within streams; (2) Development of geological (erosion, landslide, seismic) hazard areas results in potential threat to the health and safety of residents and employees of local businesses, potential damage or loss to public and private property, potential degradation of water quality and the physical characteristics of waterways due to increased sedimentation, potential losses to the public as a result of increased expenditures for replacing or repairing public facilities; (3) Development of fish and wildlife habitat areas results in losses in the numbers and varieties of aquatic and terrestrial wildlife species; loss of streamside vegetation; loss of opportunities for outdoor recreation such as hunting, fishing, bird-watching, sightseeing and similar activities; loss of economic opportunities in forestry, fisheries, shellfish and tourism industries; and loss of opportunities for scientific research and education; (4) Development of locally unique land features (ravines, marine bluffs, beaches) results in disruption of the natural functioning of regional surface drainage systems and the aquatic and terrestrial wildlife, increased threats to life and property as a consequence of exposure to geologic hazards and flooding, disruption of natural longshore drift processes, destruction of natural greenbelts, and loss of opportunities for trail systems and other forms of passive recreation; and CONCLUSIONS: (A) It is therefore necessary for the City of Port Angeles to ensure maximum protection for environmentally sensitive areas by discouraging development activities in such areas and those activities at adjacent sites that may adversely affect the natural functions and values of such areas; and to encourage restoration and enhancement of already degraded environmentally sensitive areas; (B) The adoption of this ordinance and the protection of the City's environmentally sensitive areas is consistent with Sections 2(9,10), 5(1), 6(1) and 17(1,d) of the Growth Management Act (ESHB2929); Section 21(2) of the Act's 1991 Amendment (RESHBI025); and the following policies listed in Chapter 6 of the City Comprehensive Plan: Goal: *A community where development and use of the land are done in a manner that is compatible with the environment, the characteristics of the use and the users. W; Residential Policies Nos. 12 and 13: 12: Residential developments should preserve and capitalize on existing unusual, unique and interesting natural features, should utilize and preserve scenic views, should maximize southern exposures, should offer protection from the prevailing winds, and should be designed to minimize energy use; 13: Building density should decrease as natural constraints, such as slope, drainage and soil conditions increase; Open Space Policies Nos. 2, 3, and 4: 2: Areas with severe physical constraints should not be intensively developed; 3: Wherever possible, unique environmental and topographic features should be preserved; 4: Natural topographic conditions and soil conditions should be a major determinant of the intensity of development of all areas of the community; I. and Use Objectives Nos. 1, 3, 6, 7: 1: To encourage the most appropriate use of the land in Port Angeles; 3: To conserve and restore areas of natural beauty and other natural resources; 6: To promote a coordinated -7- 2130 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 LEGISLATION: development of the undeveloped areas of the city and of the surrounding suburban (Cont'd) area; 7: to guide the physical development of the area through planning and planning implementing methods; and (C) the adoption of this ordinance is in the best interest Proposed interim Wetlands of the public health, safety, and welfare; and authorize publication by summary. and Environmentally Councilman Wight seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Sensitive Areas Protection Ordinances- Ordinances Councilman Nicholson moved to accept and place on file the Planning No. 2655 & No. 2656 Commission minutes of October 23, 1991. The motion was seconded by (Cont'd) Councilman Ostrowski and carried unanimously. 2. Planning Commission minutes of November 13, 1991 Mayor Sargent reported that, at its meeting of November 13, 1991, the Planning _ Commission had approved a Conditional Use Permit for Eunice Sturgess, 1621 East Fourth Street, to allow a duplex as a conditional use in the RS-7, Residential Single- Family District. An appeal has since been filed and it will be necessary for the Council to set a public hearing on this matter. Councilman Ostrowski moved to set a public hearing on the Sturgess conditional use appeal for December 3, 1991. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schueler and carried unanimously. Councilman Nicholson moved to accept and place on file the Planning Commission minutes of November 13, 1991. The motion was seconded by Councilman Wight and carried unanimously. Contract with Brown & E. Other Considerations Caldwell - Secondary Wastewater Treatment 1. Consideration of contract with Brown & Caldwell for engineering services Plant during construction of the secondary wastewater treatment plant In considering the issue of continuing engineering services with Brown & Caldwell to provide construction support of the secondary treatment facilities and general expansion of the Port Angeles Treatment Plant, the City Council received a report from Public Works Director Pittis as to the cost summary for the Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant. Director Pittis distributed copies of the summary and delineated the total estimated cost and revenue. He noted the loans cover a period of ten to fifteen years and incorporate extremely favorable interest rates. Councilman Nicholson moved to authorize the Mayor, following DOE/EPA approval, to execute the contract with Brown & Caldwell to provide Secondary Sewage Treatment Plan Construction Phase Services for the City in the amount of $2,045,548.00. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ostrowski, and after limited discussion, the motion carried unanimously. Amendment to R.W. 2. Consideration of amendment to R. W. Beck contract for engineering services Beck Contract - at the Landfill Landfill Public Works Director Pittis informed the Council that this amendment is the last and final amendment and reflects construction support costs incurred beyond those covered by the current contract with R. W. Beck. A construction change order had been issued with respect to the correction of drainage problems at the western bluff area of the Landfill and after negotiations, the cost of that change order was reduced to $5,172 After further discussion, Councilman Ostrowski moved to authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 6 which increases R. W. Beck's contract for design and construction services by $21,552.00 to a final total of $690,923.00. The motion, which was seconded by Councilman Wight, carried unanimously. City Boards and 3. Terms expiring on City boards and commissions Commissions The City Council directed its attention to terms expiring on City boards and commissions, with the following action taken: Councilman Nicholson moved to reappoint Ray Gruver to the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ostrowski and carried unanimously. Councilman Wight moved to reappoint Patsy Feeley and Charles (Chuck) Turner to the Board of Adjustment. The motion was seconded by Councilman -8- 2131 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 LEGISLATION: Nichoison and carried unanimously. Planning Director Collins advised the Council (Cont'd) that it would be helpful to stagger the term of one of those reappointed in order to avoid several appointments ekpiring on the same date. However, Attorney Knutson City Boards and felt such an action may be in violation of the ordinance governing the boards and Commissions commissions. He will study the matter and return a recommendation to the Council (Cont'd) at a future meeting. With regard to the Building Code Board of Appeals, Manager Pomeranz advised Council that Mike Gonzales plans to be available and will, therefore, not be resigning. Councilman Nicholson moved to reappoint John Spiess and Tony Steinman to the Building Code Board of Appeals. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schueler and carried unanimously. Councilman Nicholson moved to reappoint Jim Lunt to the Parks, Recreation & - Beautification Commission. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schueler and carried unanimously. All listed vacancies will be publicized via the news media and the City newsletter. Mayor Sargent referenced a memorandum received from the County with regard to City Council representation. The matter of Council committee assignments will be addressed the first meeting in January. Financial Advisor 4. Committee to select financial advisor The City Council previously authorized staff to request proposals for the purpose of retaining a financial consultant and advisor to assist the City in developing and implementing strategies to meet its short and long-term capital financing needs. Proposals were submitted by six (6) firms and it is recommended that a committee be formed to interview, evaluate and select a financial advisor for the City. The Mayor volunteered to serve as a member of the committee; she also appointed Jim Hallett to serve on the committee as a City Council representative. Also suggested was the possibility of Jerry Comell serving on the committee, and the following were suggested to represent the banking community: Dave Bentley and Lloyd Eisenman. Staff will follow-up on these recommendations. ISMI Professional 5. Approval of ISMI professional services Services It has been recommended by Finance Director Godbey that the services of Information Systems Management, Inc. (ISMI) be extended in order to provide assistance in the implementation of the Integrated Finance System. During implementation of the new applications and systems, ISMI will provide expert services, such as, interface program development, vendor coordination, technical assistance, end-user training, I.S. staff training, and network administration. The agreement would be in effect from January 1, 1992 through August 31, 1992. Councilman Ostrowski moved to extend the services of ISMI and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement for ISMI to provide technical support during the implmaentation of the Integrated Finance System, in the approximate amount of $56,000. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nicholson and carried unanimously. Clallam County Fair 6. Set date to interview applicant for Clallam County Fair Advisory Board Advisory Board One application was received by the City for the vacant position on the Clallam County Fair Advisory Board (City representative). The application was submitted by Ronald M. Jadasohn and, at this time, the Council agreed to interview Mr. Jadasohn on Tuesday, December 3, 1991, at 6:00 p.m. Salvation Army - Use 7. Salvation Army building usage of 134 W. Front of 134 W. Front The Salvation Army submitted a request to again use the building at 134 W. Front for the purpose of distributing clothing and miscellaneous items to indigent persons during the Christmas season. Councilman Wight moved to authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement with the Salvation Army for the usage of the City building at 134 W. Front Street, through January 2, 1992. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nicholson and carried unanimously. 2132 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 19, 1991 ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at lhl0 p.m. Clerk q <~ - 1 - -10-