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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 11/21/1995 3157 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington November 21, 1995 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order REGULAR MEETING: at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Sargent, Cotmcilmembers Braun, Doyle, Hulett, McKeown, Ostrowski, and Schueler. Members Absent: None. Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Sr. Asst. Attorney Dickson, Clerk Upton, B. Becker, S. Brodhun, B. Collins, K. Godbey, S. Ilk, J. Pittis, B. Titus, B. Jones, T. Smith, and D. Miller. Public Present: G. Wiggins, P. Tietz, J. Bohman, F. Charles, S. Feiro, and M. Kesl. PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Sargent. ALLEGIANCE: APPROVAL OF Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of MINUTES: November 7, 1995. Councilman Braun seconded the motion. Councilmember MeKeown referenced Page 6, pertinent to the adoption of Ordinance No. 2897. She indicated that Councilman Doyle had not made the motion, and he voted against the motion. Clerk Upton offered to check the tape of the meeting for clarification. [Clerk's Note: After checking the tape, it was determined that the motion had, in fact, been made by Councilman Doyle. However, following lengthy discussion, he did vote in opposition to its passage.] A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimouslY. Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the minutes of the special meeting of November 14, 1995. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion. Councilman Ostrowski offered a correction to the list of guests present in that H. Nanusa should be corrected to read, H. Hanusa. Also, Director Collins noted his attendance was not included in the list of staff present. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried by a majority vote, with Councilmembers Braun and Schueler abstaining due to lack of attendance at the meeting. CEREMONIAL None. MATTERS/ PROCLAMATIONS: FINANCE: 1. Consideration of bids for compost mixer Bids for Compost Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. Mixer Councilman Doyle moved to accept the bid by Knight Industries and authorize the Public Works Department to purchase the Knight Reel Augie Batch Plant Mixer for the sum of $84,949.67. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion. Mayor Sargent asked Public Works Director Pittis to explain the usage of the compost mixer. Director Pittis advised the Council that the purchase of the compost mixer would allow a blending of biosolids and yard debris into chips with a much improved mixture. The next matter for consideration will be a proposal for the acquisition of an aerator system, which is Phase II of the compost facility. The aerator moves air in and out of the pile, resulting in a better compost factor in a much shorter period of time. Mayor Sargent inquired as to the success of the facility in Jefferson County, and Solid Waste Superintendent Jones responded that Jefferson County has been using their compost mixer for approximately three years. The process is greatly enhanced by the mixer machine. Jefferson County has sold all of its compost immediately after it has been made available. In response to an inquiry from Councilman Braun as to long-term maintenance costs, Superintendent Jones indicated the machine is -1- 3158 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 21, 1995 FINANCE: built for extremely heavy use, and the City's utilization would be comparatively (Cont'd) light. Bids for Compost A vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Mixer (Cont'd) Paint Job for 2. Consideration of artistic paint job for recycling vehicle Recycling Vehicle Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. Solid Waste Superintendent Jones and Recycling Coordinator Miller displayed the artwork proposed for placement on both sides of the vehicle. Mayor Sargent noted that the total cost for the "Recyclemobile~ would be $15,083.05, of which DOE would pay $11,312.29 and the City would pay $3,770.76. Mayor Sargent complimented Recycling Coordinator Miller on the success of the radio program on recycling. After further discussion, Councilman Ostrowski moved to direct Public Works to proceed with Jackson's Signs and the program mural designed for the "Recyclemobile". Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA: Mayor Sargent noted that, in addition to the Voucher List and Payroll, the Consent Agenda included Payment #5 for the Francis Street Basin Storm Drain Improvements and Payment g2 for the Police Station Renovation. Public Works Director Pittis advised the Council that the Francis Street Storm Drain Project was in its fmal stages. Councilman Schueler inquired as to whether there would be any improvements to SR101, in view of the pavement cuts for the storm drain project. Director Pittis reviewed the State's obligations concerning SR101. In 1997 or 1998, First Street is scheduled for the same type of treatment as that on Front Street. CounciimanHulettmovedto accept the Consent Agenda, including: (1) Voucher list - November 17, 1995 -$610,403.59; (2) Payroll - November 11, 1995 - $336,496.39; (3) Payment #5 for Francis Street Basin Storm Drain Improvements; and (4) Payment//2 for the Police Station renovation. The motion was seconded by Counciimember McKeown and carried unanimously. Mayor Sargent asked that the report on the Marine Lab expansion be received at this time, as several of the consultants present for the report need to return to the Seattle area this evening. Marine Lab Expansion Preliminary report on Marine Lab Eacpansion Feasibility Study Feasibility Study Mayor Sargent indicated that a public meeting had been held this afternoon to seek input on the Marine Lab expansion. Tim Smith, Projects Coordinator, stated that the expansion goal was to help support economic diversification for the community and aid in downtown revitalization, which is a goal of the City Council. Expansion of the Marine Lab would also complement another important City project, the Multimodal Transportation Center. Coordinator Smith introduced the members of the consultant team and the steering committee. The steering committee consists of Dr. Jim Walton, Peninsula College; Dr. Pete Schroeder; Terry LaDuron, Marine Lab Director; and Ken Sweeney, Port of Port Angeles; and the design team consisting of John McGlenn, Mark Nakatam, Wayne Daley, and Bill Jones with KCM; Dean Runyon of Dean Runyon and Associates; and Chuck Mayes and Dave Roberts with the Portico Group. Coordinator Smith summarized the credentials and expertise these individuals bring to this project. Coordinator Smith stated the public workshop held today had been very successful, and he introduced Mark Nakatani, to cover the highlights of some of the progress to date. Mr. Nakatani reviewed some of the information contained in the packet and explained that the group considered two options from an economic perspective: a smaller facility and a larger facility. A smaller facility would consist of enhancing the existing facility by about 5,000 square feet resulting in a 9,000 square foot building and could expect to draw 47,000 visitors per year. A larger facility would be about 30,000 square feet and would include an aquarium as a tourist attraction capable of drawing approximately 250,000 visitors per year. Projected revenues for a smaller facility are $320,000 per year, with operating costs of about $300,000 per year. A larger facility could be expected to generate revenues of $1.8 million per year, with operating costs of $1.5 million. Building costs are projected at $17 million for the larger building, including potential site development. Buildings costs for the smaller enhancement are projected at $4 million. Mr. -2- 3159 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 21, 1995 Marine Lab Expansion Nakatani then listed the positive and negative impacts of such a project. He stated Feasibility Study a final report will be issued in December and explained the next steps to be taken in (Cont'd) Order to accomplish such a project. Coordinator Smith returned to the podium and reminded the Council that they had received draft copies of the current report. He was of the opinion that there is real potential for the project, and he reminded everyone that the City had garnered more than $21 million in grants and low interest loans since 1990. He felt that, with community support and enthusiasm, this project could be accomplished. Mr. Smith responded to questions directed by the Council. ITEMS FROM THE Paul Crane, 1404 So. Cherry, voiced certain complaints about neighborhood children AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ engaging in alleged harassment of the Crane's. He noted his wife's delicate health STAFF TO BE and how she has come close to death in recent weeks because of upsets caused by CONSIDERED OR the youth. Mrs. Crane addressed the Council by reviewing an incident where the PLACED ON A area youth were causing problems. Mr. Crane continued by registering complaints FUTURE AGENDA: about the community as a whole, as well as his anger over swimming apparel determined inappropriate by the staff at William Shore Pool. Break Mayor Sargent recessed the meeting for a break at 8:15 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:25 p.m. Mayor Sargent added the following items to the agenda: AWC Board vacancies and the Clallam County Community Network. Also, Director Collins noted the agenda incorrectly placed consideration of the rezone proposal under "Resolutions Not Requiring Public Hearings". He suggested a more appropriate place for the discussion would be under "Ordinances Not Requiring Public Hearings", to which the Council agreed. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None: CITY COUNCIL Councilman Schueler attended a meeting of the Library Steering Committee, as well COMMITTEE as a public meeting held to seek input on the new Library. Public Works Director REPORTS: Pittis noted that several good suggestions were made, to include a unisex restroom for the handicapped. Councilman Braun attended a Transit Facility meeting, at which time consideration was given to a financial review of the new facility. He also attended the memorial service for former Councilman Jim Caldwell, a meeting of the Utility Advisory Committee, the dedication of the new Albertson's, and a meeting of the Clallam Transit System. Public heatings were conducted on the 1995 budget revisions, as well as the 1996 proposed budget. He noted that Clallam Transit will be trying a van pool for Clallam Bay employees. Councilman Doyle attended a meeting of the Olympic Air Pollution Control Authority. He reviewed a decision of the OAPCA to approve the increase of production of styrene at a fiberglasS plant in Yelm. The City of Yelm has appealed the decision to the State Appeals Board. Councilman Doyle attended the Veteran's Day reception at the Coast Guard base, the Jim Caldwell funeral, as well as the grand opening of Albertson's. Councilmember McKeown attended the Utility Advisory Committee meeting. She noted that, after the new Councilmembers take office, discussions will be held concerning the possibility of adding another community representative to the membership of the Utility Advisory Committee. This was a suggestion made by Councilman Schueler. Councilmember McKeown also attended the Veteran's Day ceremony. Councilman Schueler and Manager Pomeranz discussed the possibility of increasing the size of the UAC. In addition, Councilman Schueler reported that a new committee had been formed pertinent to the allocation of City funds for human service agencies. Also, he reported on the committee meetings held recently having to do with the allocation of hotel/motel taxes. He felt the meetings had been most productive, and he suggested the possibility of similar interaction taking place on the matter of utilities. Councilman Hulett attended a meeting of the Chamber of Commerce Board where planning is underway for a December 9 auction. He also attended a meeting of the Visitor & Convention Bureau at which time consideration was given to the results of another survey pertinent to increasing hotel/motel taxes. -3- 3160 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 21, 1995 CITY COUNCIL Councilman Ostrowski attended the Albertson's opening and the Victoria COMMITTEE Remembrance Day celebration. He also attended the meeting on hotel/motel tax REPORTS: (Cont'd) allocations, noting the input from the industry representatives proved to be most valuable. He also attended the Clallam Transit facility and Board meetings. Mayor Sargent attended the Veteran's Day ceremony and also participated in the meetings on hotel/motel tax allocations. She attended the Board meeting of the Economic Development Council and a subsequent AWC Legislative Conference. Mayor Sargent delineated some of the issues expected to be before the Legislature in its upcoming session, to include tax cuts, welfare reform, and juvenile crime. LEGISLATION: A. Ordinances Not Requiring Public Hearings Amendment to LID 1. Amendment to LLD foreclosure ordinance Foreclosure Ordinance - Ordinance No. 2898 Mayor Sargent reviewed information provided by the City Attorney and read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2898 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, revising the process for foreclosure of local improvement assessments and amending Ordinance 2202 and Chapter 3.68 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilman Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion. After limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. Amendment to Dangerous 2. Amendment to dangerous dog ordinance Dog Ordinance - Ordinance No. 2899 Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the City Attorney's office and read the Ordinance by title, entitled ORDINANCE NO. 2899 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, revising hearing procedures, for dangerous or potentially dangerous dog declarations and amending Section 1 of Ordinance 2475 and Section 7.07.020 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Councilmember McKeown moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Rezone Proposal - 3. Rezone Proposal - REZ 94(11)07 - City of Port Angeles - City-wide: A City of Port Angeles proposal to rezone properties within the City in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. This is the final stage of a hearing process begun in November, 1994. (Continued from November 14, 1995.) Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department and noted that certain areas under consideration had been identified as areas of concern. She felt it appropriate to address those areas first, particularly in view of the amount of public testimony received. Area 10: Councilman Hulett asked for clarification of the area under discussion, which was provided by Planning Director Collins. Director Collins informed the Council that originally the proposal was to leave the area zoned RS-7; however, property owners came forward and requested a rezone. He also explained what is allowed in an RMD zone. · Councilman Doyle stated he did not feel Race Street should be multi-family, but rather Office Commercial. Area I0 has two apartment houses and a care center, so rezoning to RMD would not match the use already there. He asked if part of the area under discussion could be rezoned and part be left as is. Director Collins then explained the options the Council has available. Councilman Ostrowski suggested the possibility of this area being referred back to the Planning Commission for reconsideration; however, he noted this area should be zoned Office Commercial. -4- 3161 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 21, 1995 LEGISLATION: Mayor Sargent agreed with Councilman Doyle in that the zoning should be left as (Cont'd) is until a request is received to change it. Councilman Hulett felt that Race Street would be an undesirable location for a home due to traffic. Councilman Doyle asked Rezone Proposal - if this area could be changed to Office Commercial via a Comprehensive Plan change City of Port Angeles in March and have two zones in this area, part RMD and part OC. Director Collins (Cont'd) stated that the Council will have an opportunity to review the Comprehensive Plan in March and to change designations. A principal concern over designation of this area has been the transportation element of the Comprehensive Plan, and the plan to make this area more of an arterial to take traffic off of First and Front. This would have to be addressed, as well as the land-use issue. Councilman Braun agreed with Councilmen Doyle and Ostrowski that this area should be Office Commercial and should be left as is until March. ' Councilmember McKeown agreed. Councilman Hulett moved to leave Area 10 zoned as RS-7 and direct staff to look at changing the Comprehensive Plan designation for this area in March, 1996. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Area 5.' Mayor Sargent indicated that Area 5 was an area which received a significant amount of public testimony, particularly the 18 acres owned by the County. Councilman Braun reminded the Council that a rezone of that specific area had been denied several months ago. Given the drainage problemS and lack of infrastructure, he felt this area should be left as is. Many people were opposed to the rezone, and the area could be rezoned later if the need arose. Mayor Sargent stated that the Planning Commission vote on this issue was 3 - 2 for the rezone. She supported a compromise of putting a PRD in the area in order to have neighbors involved in the process throughout. Councilman Hulett stated that one year ago, the request was for a rezone only. A project-specific PRD would allow the opportunity for public input at all levels. Councilman Doyle stated that density was a problem with the Campbell Avenue Project; however, Director Collins responded that a PRD can deal with and negotiate density problemS. Councilman Hulett then explained how density can be handled with a PRD, and at Councilman Ostrowski's request, Director Collins used the map to show the area under discussion. The question was raised as to whether it was the Planning Commission's intent to rezone Area 5 in its entirety as opposed to just rezoning the 18 acres belonging to the County. Planning Commissioner Campbell felt there may have been an error in the Planning Commission minutes, as it was his understanding that the vote taken was for a PRD for the entirety of Area 5, not just the 18 acres owned by the County. After further discussion, Director Collins explained that the intent was to bring RMD total acreage into balance with the RHD and the single-family acreage. Councilman Schueler reminded the Council that several years ago there was significant need for affordable housing in the community, and the plan for the Campbell Avenue Project grew from this need. Several people were angry then about siting the project in this location. Staff has been working for years on developing this zoning map, and the Council should vote in favor of the rezone that has been requested on many occasions for this particular area. Mayor Sargent noted there was need for this rezone because of the large number of households on the Housing Authority's waiting list. Councilman Schueler moved to rezone Area 5, which is 51 acres, as Residential Medium Density, with the requirement of a Planned Residential Development. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilman Ostrowski moved that the existing area remain Single Family Residential as currently designated. Councilman Braun seconded the motion. Discussion followed, and a vote was taken on the motion, which carried by a majority vote, with Councilmembers Braun, Doyle, Hulett, and Ostrowski voting in favor, and Mayor Sargent and Counciimembers McKeown and Schueler voting in opposition. Ediz Hook: Mayor Sargent asked Director Collins to briefly summarize a memo submitted by the Planning Department regarding a meeting held with the Lower Elwha Tribe and the Port of Port Angeles following some disturbing testimony at the last Council meeting. Director Collins defined the area of discussion and explained the issue was whether the area should be made Heavy Industrial consistent with the type of port activity 5 3162 3162 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 21, 1995 LEGISLATION: found on the south side of the harbor adjacent to the main shoreline of the City. The (Cont'd) Tribe testified that this designation allowed marly uses which were not necessarily harbor related, and they were concerned these uses would intensify the use of Ediz Rezone Proposal - Hook to things not harbor related. The City, Port and Tribe all agreed the intent to City of Port Angeles was accommodate the planned uses which included a Tribe cultural center in Area (Cont'd) 68, and a marine terminal of the Port in Area 70. The Tribe felt that leaving the area zoned PBP would accomplish both needs. The Port suggested' creating a new zone for the water area of the harbor. Discussion followed, and it was agreed by consensus to leave those areas on Ediz Hook as recommended by the Planning Commission. Area 4: Councilman Hulett asked to discuss Area 4, the 'C' Street extension, as he felt this area should remain RS-9. He recalled the complaint received by the neighborhood specific to heavy traffic. Councilman Hulett moved to leave Area 4 as RS-9. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion. After further discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried by a majority vote, with Councilmembers Hulett, Doyle, Braun, and Ostrowski voting in favor and Mayor Sargent and Councilmembers McKeown and Schueler voting in opposition. Councilman Hulett moved to accept the Planning Commission recommendations for the remaining areas. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Director Collins pointed out there are errors in Table 1; these will be corrected and submitted with the ordinance at the December 5, 1995, meeting which will reflect the direction given by the Council and the Planning Commission. B. Resolutions not Requiring Public Hearings: None: PLANNING C. Planning Commission Minutes/Action Items: None. COMMISSION MINUTES/ACTION ITEMS: Annexation Study D. Other Considerations 1. Discussion of approach' to provide professional services for annexation study Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by Public Works pertinent to seeking professional consulting services for an annexation plan. Director Pittis noted this had been a matter of previous discussion before the Council by virtue of the Growth Management Act. There has been an indication that the County has some funds set aside for an annexation plan, and Director Pittis asked for staff direction on how to proceed. Mayor Sargent agreed that a plan is greatly needed, and Councilmember McKeown felt that decisions should not be made in the absence of good information which could be gained by an annexation plan. Also, Councilman Ostrowski suggested that a committee be put together to work with staff on this issue. Director Collins indicated the County has expressed an interest in being a partner in this endeavor and in assisting in payment of a consultant to a level of probably fifty per cent. It was agreed by consensus that the staff should further discuss the formulation of an annexation plan with the County staff and report back at a later date. Mayor Sargent suggested there are probably several such plans already in existence in the State of which the City may wish to obtain copies. Agreement with 2. Agreement with Parametrix, Inc., to provide professional services for Parametrix for Downtown Multimodal Project Downtown Multimodal Project Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. Councilmember McKeown moved to authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement with Parametrix, Inc., to provide professional services for the Downtown Multimodai Facility and Downtown Forward Study in the amount not to exceed $210,000. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hulett. At Councilman Hulett's request, Director Pittis reviewed the sources of funding for this contract, to include a Forest Service grant, the Transportation Improvement Board, and matching funds from the City, Clallam Transit, the Port, the PADA, Blackball and Victoria Rapid Transit, and the Chamber of Commerce. It has taken four years of effort to put this funding together, and Director Pittis advised the -6- 3163 CITY COUNCIL MEETING November 21, 1995 LEGISLATION: Council that there are two elements, one being for downtown planning and the other (Cont'd) being for the pre-design for a multimodal facility. Manager Pomeranz addressed the need for community participation as this effort proceeds. A vote was taken on the Agreement with motion, which carried unanimously. Parametrix for Downtown Multimodal Project (Cont'd) Amendment to Agreement 3. Amendment to Robert Nixon and Associates agreement for survey work on with Robert Nixon & library site Associates - Library Site Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department. In response to an inquiry from Councilman Doyle, Director Pittis explained that the matter of cooperative parking had been discussed, as had the need for surveying the area specifically designated for this shared parking. However, this was inadvertently overlooked in the agreement for architectural services. Councilman Ostrowski moved to authorize the Mayor to execute Addendmn No. 1 to the Library Architectural Agreement. Councilman Braun seconded the motion. After further limited discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously. AWC Board Vacancies 4. AWC Board Vacancies Mayor Sargent noted there will be an unusual number of vacancies on the AWC Board of Directors as of January 1, due in a large part to some officials not being re-elected. She advised the Council members that, if they are interested in serving on the AWC Board, they will need to send background information to the AWC. Councilman Ostrowski took the opportunity to commend Mayor Sargent on the outstanding job she has done on the AWC Board as a representative of the City of Port Angeles. Clallam County 5. Clallam County Community Network Community Network Mayor Sargent referenced a letter submitted by the Clallam County Community Network, an organization charged with the responsibility of developing a youth violence prevention plan. The City Council has been asked to name a representative to the Network. Councilman Schueler, having previously served on this committee, recalled that Pat Mansfield had been appointed upon his resignation. There was some confusion as to whether this was the position to be filled. It was agreed that staff would seek clarification. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjoumed at 10:30 p.m. C~-ty Clerk~ ~/ -7- 3164 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK