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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 12/14/1977l~ ~~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING Port Angeles, Washington December 14, 1977 I CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Olson at 7:30 P.M. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Olson, Councilmen Anderson, Buck, Haquewood, Hordyk, Ross, Wray Members Absent: None Staff Present: Manager Whorton, Attorney Walrath, Clerk Parrish. P. Carr, D. Frizzell, D. Flodstrom, J. Honnold, S. Judd, R. Orton, H. Kochanek, C. Caso Guests Present: L. Jungman, Mr. and Mrs. W. Price, D. Duncan, P. Brady, 5. Fahnestock, T. Weed, C. Whidden, C. Downen, K. Price III MINUTES Councilman Wray moved the Council accept and place on file as received the minutes of the November 23 and December 5, 1977 meetings. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk and carried. IV FINANCE 1. BTD CALL AUTHORIZATION ' A. Councilman Wray moved the Council authorize the Light Department to call for bids on one (1) 150 KVA three phase pad mounted transformer 124704/7200 volt primary and 4804/277 volt secondary, for installation at the new Post Office building at First and Vine Streets. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk and carried. B.' Councilman Buck moved the Council authorize the Public Works Department to call for bids on replacing the Oak Street zig-zag rampway. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk and carried. 2. AUTHORIZATION TO SELL SURPLUS TRANSFORMERS Councilman Hordyk moved the Council authorize the Light Department to sell 29 surplus transformers to Clallam County PUD No. 1 for a total amount of $4,388.00. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buck and carried. 3. BID AWARD Councilman Hordyk moved the Council award the bid for the City of Port Angeles' 1978 public printing of legal publications to the Daily News at $5.38 per folio (100 words) or $2.53 per column inch on tabulated matter for the first publication, with subsequent insertions at $4.03 per folio or $1.90 per column on tabulated matter. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried. ' 4. ELWHA RIVER WATER PROJECT Councilman Buck moved the Council approve final payment of $41,747.51 to the Ranney Corporation for construction of the Elwha Collector, first progress payment of $39,846.90 to Del Guzzi Construction for construction of the Pump Station and Chlorination Facilities, third progress payment of $37,414.99 to CH2M/Hill for both design and inspection engineering up through the month of October, and $75,699.60 to Westinghouse for the under- ground cable necessary to supply City power to the Elwha Project. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk and carried. 4 0 6 CITY COUNCIL MEETING December 14, 1977 IV FINANCE 5. SEWERAGE FACILITY PLAN Councilman Haguewood moved the Council authorize payment of $2,149.00 to CH2M/Hill for engineering services from July 25 through October 24, 1977, in connection with the Sewerage Facility Plan. Councilman Anderson seconded the motion and it carried. 6. CEMETERY COLUMBARIUM PROJECT Councilman Anderson moved the Council approve payment of $2,144.64 to American Western Memorials as the second progress payment, with con- struction of the coiumbarium now 60~ completed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk and carried. 7. CIVIC FIELD PARKING IMPROVEMENTS Councilman Hordyk moved the Council authorize the Park Department to pur- chase Lots 13 and 14, Block 3, Cramer Addition, and improvements, from Mr. Corbin Cook at $35,700 including Seller's closing costs. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ross and carried. 8. VOUCHERS PAYABLE, PAYROLL Councilman Hordyk moved the Council approve Vouchers Payable of $979,902.02 and Payroll of $127,607.56. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buck and carried. V ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE NOT ON THE AGENDA None. VI LEGISLATION 1. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE Mayor Olson read a letter from Reverend Robert J. Lieby dated October 26, 1977, in which Reverend Lieby request the Council to accept his immediate resignation as a member of the Port Angeles Civil Service Commission, due to illness. Mayor Olson then presented Reverend Lieby with a plaque in appreciation for his service and dedication of twenty years with the Civil Service Commission. 2. CERTIFICATE OF AWARD Mayor Olson presented a Certificate from Michigan State University to Scott D. Judd in recognition of completion of the home study course on Water and Wastewater Utility Management, and extended the Council's congratulations for a job well done. 3. PLANNING COMMISSION Mayor Olson read the minutes of the Planning Commission's December 6, 1977 meeting with the following action being taken by the Council: A. Conditional Use Permit - Jack R. Miller: 1 Councilman Wray moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a one year extension to Mr. J. Miller's conditional use permit £or operating an upholstery service as a home occupation at 1424 E. Fourth Street. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ross and carried. B. Conditional Use Permit - Cora Downen: Councilman Ross moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a conditional use permit for one year to C. Downen for the sale of electric wheelchairs and household cleaning supplies as a home occupation at 126 Orcas Street. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haguewood and carried. CITY COUNCIL MEETING ~ O ` December 14, 1977 VI LEGISLATION 3. Cont. C. Conditional Use Permit - Johnie Key: Councilman Buck moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve J. Key's request to construct a duplex on Lots 17 and 18, Block 100, TPA, Sixth and "A" Streets be- cause it is not detrimental to the surrounding property and is not in conflict with policies of the Comprehensive Plan. Councilman Hordyk seconded the motion and it carried. D. Conditional Use Permit - Ann R. Miletich: Councilman Anderson moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve for one year A. Miletich's request for a conditional use permit to do commercial art work as a home occupation at 506 E. Whidby, Apartment No. 3, as the request is consistent with the guidelines used by the Planning Commission and there should be no impact on the other apartment units. Councilman Wray seconded the motion and it carried. E. Preliminary Plat - Seamount Estates Division III - E. & A. McWilliams: Councilman Buck moved the Council set a public hearing date of December 28, 1977 for the preliminary plat of Seamount Estates Division III. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk and carried. F. Interpretation - Angeles Metal and Heating: Councilman Buck moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and clasify this business as commercial and . allow it in the CSD-C1 Zone. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ross and carried. G. Conditional Use Permit - Price and Jungman: Councilman Ross moved the Council concur with the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Angeles Metal and Heating's re- quest for a reduction in the number of required parking spaces to seven for a period of one year based on the information that the parking use will be a reduction and parking provided will be adequate for the volume of the business. Councilman Buck seconded the motion and it carried. H. Councilman Wray moved the Council accept and place on file the minutes of the Planning Commission's December 6, 1977 meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buck and carried. 4. PUBLIC HEARING - VACATION OF PORTION OF ALDER STREET - P. QUINN: This agenda item was tabled indefinitely at the request of Mr. D. Johnson, attorney representing Mr. Quinn. 5. 1978 BUDGET ORDINANCE During the December 6. 1977 Special Meeting on the 1978 Preliminary Budget, which was scheduled for the City Council to make policy decisions on final- izing the budget, the City Council made several changes to the budget within various Funds. They directed Manager Whorton to determine if these changes were within the City's financial capabilities and would result in a balanced budget. At tonight's meeting Manager Whorton reviewed the changes to each fund, pointing out the increases and the decreases, and stated that the financial resources are available to take care of the changes desired by the Council. Mayor Olson then introduced and read in full Ordinance No. 1950 entitled, Ordinance No. 1950 AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the budget for the City of Port Angeles for the fiscal year of 1978. O S CITY COUNCIL MEETING December 14, 1977 VI LEGISLATION 5. Cont. Councilman Ross recommended action on the budget be deferred until further discussion are held. Councilman Buck then moved the Council adopt the foregoing Ordinance as read in full by Mayor Olson. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson. During discussion on the motion, Councilman Haguewood commented on the 1978 Personnel Roster and suggested the Council meet with the City Manager after the first of the year to discuss operations of the City. On call for the question, the motion carried with Councilman Ross voting "NO." 6. LINCDLN PARK LONGHOUSE Mayor Olson read a memorandum from Parks Director Frizzell concerning the Park, Recreation and Beautification Commission's recommendations for re- pair of the Lincoln Park Longhouse. The Commission's four recommendations were as follows: (1) the City do nothing to stop the deterioration; (2y call for bids to have a professional roofing company apply wooden shakes; {3) call for bids to buy 90 square of wooden shakes and the Department force provide the labor, and (4) the City buy 320 sheets of plywood, 103 rolls of roofing and other required materials and roof the Longhouse in a less desirable manner than wood shakes. The Council then discussed with Manager Whorton, Attorney Walrath and Parks Director Frizzell the State bidding requirements, the possibility of using in-house labor for the repair work, and the Commission's recommendation that the Council accept a three phase upgrading plan not to exceed three years. Councilman Hordyk then moved the Council accept a three or more year plan to expand the use of the Longhouse to provide a full use facility. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson. During discussion on the motion Councilman Haguewood recommended the Indian Community be contacted prior to any Council action. On called vote Councilmen Anderson, Hordyk, and Ross voted "AYE" with Councilmen Buck, Haguewood, and Wray voting "NO." Mayor Olson, voting to break the tie, voted "AYE" and the motion carried. After further discussion concerning the State bid law requirements, Council- man Ross moved the Council authorize the Parks and Recreation Department to call for bids on the purchase of 90 square of wooden shakes to reroof the Longhouse, with the Park Department forces providing the labor, and call for bids on the purchase of 320 sheets of plywood, 103 rolls of roofing and other required materials and roof the Longhouse in a less desirable manner than wood shakes. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hordyk. On called vote, Councilmen Anderson, Hordyk and Ross voted "AYE" with Councilmen Buck, Haguewood and Wray voting "NO." Mayor Olson, voting to break the tie, voted "AYE" and the motion carried. 7. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT - BAYSHORE INN This agenda item was passed over by the Council. 8. LABOR AGREEMENT: AFSCME LOCAL 1619 Councilman Buck moved the Council authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign the 1978-1980 Labor Agreement with AFSCME Local No. 1619. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haguewood. During discussion on the motion, Councilman Hordyk discussed with Manager Whorton certain changes in the agreement. The motion was then passed by the Council. 9. VACANCIES ON THE AWC BOARD OF DIRECTORS No action was taken by the Council on this subject. 10. LIQUOR LICENSE Notification has been received from the Washington State Liquor Control Soard of an application for a Class J License from the Lady Lions Ciub of Port Angeles to hold a special occasion annual Valentines and Wine Tasting party on February 11, 1978 with proceeds going to the Lions Eye Bank and Community Service. CITY COUNCIL MEETING ~ O December 14, 1977 VI LEGISLATION 11. LATE ITEMS 1. Resignation Letter from Police Chief Kochanek Mayor Olson read a letter from Police Chief Kochanek informing the Council that he will be retiring from the Port Angeles Police Depart- ment effective March 1, 1978. The Council directed Manager Whorton ' to inform the Port Angeles Civil Service Commission of the need for a replacement. 2. Burrowes and Fox Easement Mayor Olson read a letter from Manager Whorton to Stan Burrowes re- affirming the City Council's position on Mr. Burrowes' easement re- quest over the City's Morse Creek watershed property. Managef: Whorton's letter informed Mr. Burrowes that it is the position of the City Council that until such time as the City has received complete approval of the Elwha River Water System by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, his request for an easement will not be officially considered by the City Council. In the interium, the City Council have authorize Manager Whorton and the staff to initiate ne- gotiations with Mr. Burrowes and his attorney over the contents of an easement so that when approval is received, the City Council could consider the easement request at the earliest possible moment. Councilman-Hordyk moved the Council authorize the letter be sent to Mr. Burrowes since it concurs with the wishes of the Council. Council- man Wray seconded the motion. There was then a lengthy discussion between the Council and Manager Whorton regarding the reasons the City Council must maintain their position as stated in the letter. On call for the question the motion was passed by the Council. ~~ ~~~3. Data Processing Mayor Olson read a request from Manager Whorton for a Special Meeting to discuss Data Processing. Councilman Buck moved the meeting be scheduled for Thursday, December 22, 1977. Councilman Hordyk seconded the motion. On called vote, Councilmen Buck, Hordyk and Ross voted "AYE" with Councilmen Anderson, Haguewood and Wray voting "N0." Mayor Olson, voting to break the tie, voted "NO" and the motion was denied. This item will be considered at a later date. 4. Engineer Selection for Pier Mayor Olson read a request from the staff regarding selection of firms interested in doing the engineering work on the Public Pier. Council- man Ross moved the Council direct the staff to select five firms and present them to the Council for approval. The motion was seconded by Councilman Buck and carried. 5. As information items, Manager Whorton included material relating to a meeting on December 21,1977 concerning air quality in Port Angeles, consultant selection for Downtown Redevelopment, a Crown Zellerbach matter, and a memorandum on the Portland Lawsuit. VII STAFF REPORTS 1. Councilman Ross: Requested a Personnel List that includes Personnel for the years 1975 through 1978. 2. Councilman Hordyk: Requested clarification of the merit increase system and a percentage of Management personnel that received merit increases. Commented and discussed with Public Works Director Flodstrom the design of the McDonald's exit only on Front Street which the public is also using as an entrance. Mr. Flodstrom assured Councilman Hordyk that this matter is being taken care of. Ltf,Q CITY COUNCIL MEETING December 14, 1977 VII STAFF REPORTS 3. Councilman Wray: Commented on the sale of City property on December I2, 1977. Mentioned the bump in the road at 4th and Lincoln Streets to Director of Public Works Flodstrom. wished everyone a Merry Christmas. 4. Councilman Haguewood: Stated that the reason the City property was sold was to get the property back on the tax rolls, with Councilman Ross stating that any of the property that remains is to be sold to any buyer who comes into City Hall and wants to buy it. 5. Manager Whorton: Informed the Council that negotiations will be starting with Dick Anderson for his property on Peabody Street. Announced that interviews have been conducted for the position of Sanitation Superinten- dent and that Mr. Dick Parker will be hired for that position beginning the first of the year. 6. Attorney Walrath: Reported on the December 12, 1977 meeting of the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council. VI22 ADJOURNMENT Councilman Hordyk moved the Council adjourn to an Executive Session to discuss personnel. Councilman Buck seconded the motion and it carried. The regular meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M. to the Executive Session. City Clerk Mayor nnnc NOTICE OF HEARING 121677 - ~ NOTICE IS HEREBY NOTICE OF GIVEN that the Port Angeles '' CALL FOR BIDS City Council will hold a public NOTICE is hereby given that hearing on December l4, 1977 at sealed bids will be received by i 1:30 P.M. in the Council the City Clerk, Clty of Port Chambers, 134 Wesf Front Argeles, 140 W. Front Street, Street, To consider vacation of a p,0. Box 7fi, Port Angeles, portion of Alder Street and a € Washington, 98362, unfit 2:00 portion of The alley west of '~p,M.. Thursday, December 22, Alder Street beTWeen First and 3977, and the City will relett all Front Streets. ~ bids received after the Legal Description: That scheduled closing time and portion of Alder Street abutting date, and will be opened Lots 1 and 18, Block 132, and ~ publicly at that time for abutting Lots 9 antl 10, Block turn ishing~ the following 133, Thomas ! Carter's equipment and-ar material: Subdivision of Suburban Lots 11 1 - 75 KVA and 1 - 150 KVA and 16, TPA; TOGETHER three phase padmouni WITH that Cerra in alley located transformer. between and abutting Lots 1 Bid specifications may be through 4inclusive end Lots 15 + Obtained from the Light through 18 inclusive, Block 132, ~ ~ Oepariment office, 240 West Thomas W. Carter's Franf Street, Port Angeles, , Subdivision fo the TPA. ~ Washington. Applicant: Gale P. quinn A certified check or bid bond Property Owners: Gale P. for 5 percent of the amount of I Quinn, City of Port Angeles, the bid shall accompany each Roger Stefano. ~ bid. All bids ere 10 include ~ All interested parties may i delivery F.0.0. Port Angeles, appear at the hearing and i Washington. express their opinion on this 71 Bids will be opened and , proposal. tabulated for the City Covncik avian C. Parrish { for ~conslderalion by said City Clerk ~ Council in session Wednesday, pub,: NO l7, 977. ~` December 28, 1977. 629222 The Council reserves the right to consider telivery time and to accept or to refett any or all bids or any part thereof. The unit price shall prevail and the City reserves the right to Correct any extensions or improper sales Taxes. Pub.: Dec. 14, 20, 1977. 1