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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Port Angeles, Washington
December 19, 1995
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order
SPECIAL MEETING: at 6:39 p.m
ROLL CALL: Members Present: Mayor Sargent, Councilmembers Braun, Doyle, Hulett,
.. McKeown, Ostrowski, and Schueler.
Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Manager Pomeranz, Attorney Knutson, Clerk Upton, S.
Brodhun, B. Collins, K. Godbey, S. Ilk, J. Pittis, K.
Ridout, Y. Ziomkowski, M. Campbell, S. Hursh, G.
Kenworthy, T. Smith, J. Doyle, D. McKeen, M. Sanders,
and B. Wheeler.
Public Present: G. Wiggins, C. Driver, W, Quast, L. Nutter, and G.
Goldberg.
ADJOURN TO The meeting adjourned to Executive Session to discuss litigation and a real estate
EXECUTIVE SESSION: item for approximately one-half hour.
RETURN TO The meeting returned to open session at 7:02 p.m.
OPEN SESSION:
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Sargent called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order
REGULAR MEETING: at 7:10 p.m.
PLEDGE OF Deputy Mayor Ostrowski introduced members of the Port Angeles High School
ALLEGIANCE: Choir, who sang the Star Spangled Banner. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
was then led by Mayor Sargent.
APPROVAL OF Councilman Ostrowski moved to approve the minutes of the special meeting of
MINUTES: November 27, 1995. Councilman Braun seconded the motion. Councilman
Doyle noted that the header on Page 2 incorrectly referenced the date of November
21, which should be corrected. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried
unanimously.
Councilman Braun moved to approve the minutes of the special meeting of
December 1, 1995. Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which
carried by a majority vote, with Councilman Schueler abstaining due to absence
from the meeting.
Councilman Doyle moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of
December 5, 1995. Councilman Hulett seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
CEREMONIAL Recognition of Outgoing Council Members Mayor Joan Sargent and Council Member
MATTERS/ Larry Schueler
PROCLAMATIONS:
Deputy Mayor Ostrowski invited Manager Pomeranz to the dais, at which time
Mayor Sargent was presented with a plaque honoring her eight years of service to
the City of Port Angeles as a Council member and as a two-term Mayor. Mayor
Sargent reflected that she had served with seventeen different Council members
during her tenure. Manager Pomeranz then presented Councilman Schueler with a
plaque honoring his four years of service, after which Councilman Schueler shared
his enjoyment with having served on the Council and working with the staff.
On behalf of the Parks & Recreation Board, Deputy Mayor Ostrowski presented
Mayor Sargent with a picture of the new Senior Services & Community Center, a
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CEREMONIAL project to which the Mayor gave significant support. Erl Hansen, Executive Director
MATTERS/ of the Chamber of Commerce, presented Mayor Sargent with a handcrafted wood
PROCLAMATIONS: box, a gavel, and a l~n in honor of her commendable service to the City.
(Cont'd) Additionally, he expressed the Chamber's appreciation to the entire Council for its
support of the Chamber and its efforts.
Following these presentations, various individuals expressed appreciation to Mayor
Sargent and Councilman Schueler for their service, acknowledging accomplishments,
leadership, and commitment. Those speaking on this occasion were the individual
Council members, former Council member Wemer Quast, Leonard Beil, Bill Ashley,
and Clint Hulse. Mayor Sargent and Councilman Schueler received accolades from
all concerned.
Break Deputy Mayor Ostrowski recessed the meeting at 7:45 p.m. and invited all in
attendance to join him in the lobby for cake and coffee in honor of Mayor Sargent
and Councilman Schueler. The meeting reconvened at 8:12 p.m.
FINANCE: 1. Contract with URS, Inc. for Professional Services Related to Downtown
Watermain and Sidewalk Project
Professional Services
Contract for Downtown Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department.
Watermain/Sidewalk
Project Councilmember McKeown moved to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement
with URS Consultants, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $108,300 for
engineering design services for the Downtown Watermain/Sidewalk Project 94-
22. The motion was seconded by Councilman Ostrowski.
In the ensuing discussion, it was noted there was a mathematical error in the total of
the three phases for this project. City Engineer Kenworthy agreed and indicated the
total' should be corrected to be $149,300. Therefore, Councilmember McKeown
asked that the motion be amended accordingly, to which Councilman Ostrowski
agreed. Public Works Director Pittis advised the Council that the time of the
construction will be discussed with the Downtown Association. After further brief
discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously.
Final Payment & 2. Final Payment and Acceptance of 5th Street Road and Sidewalk
Acceptance of 5th Street Improvement
Road/Sidewalk
Improvement Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department.
Councilman Ostrowski moved to accept the project and authorize final payment
of $43,804.22 to Primo Construction, Inc., and upon receipt of clearances from
'the Deparlment of Revenue and the Department of Labor & Industries,
authorize release of the retainage of $2,305.49. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Braun and carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Doyle moved to accept the Consent Agenda, including: (1) Voucher
list - December 15, 1995 - $536,414.32 and (2) Payroll - December 3, 1995 -
$390,863.76. Councilman Schueler seconded the motion. After a brief
discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously.
1TEMS FROM THE Councilman Ostrowski asked that the matter of the Webster Park tree clean-up be
AUDIENCE/COUNCIL/ considered next on the agenda, to which Mayor Sargent agreed.
STAFF TO BE
CONSIDERED OR
PLACED ON A
FUTURE AGENDA:
Webster Park Tree Webster Park Tree Clean-up
Clean-up
Parks Director Brodhun reviewed for the Council the history of Jessie Webster Park,
which was established in 1925. As a result of the windstorm of December 12, 1995,
approximately 20 trees were down, with others broken and hung up on other trees.
A representative of Hermann Brothers Logging assisted by felling those damaged and
hung up, for a total of approximately 28 trees downed. It was discovered that the
roots of the trees appeared to be diseased, so it was decided to engage the serVices
of a tree pathologist to determine a course of action.
At this time, Director Brodhun introduced Dr. Charles Driver, a retired Forest
Pathologist from the University of Washington, who assisted in the showing of a
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Webster Park Tree video depicting the damage in Webster Park.
Clean-up (Cont'd)
Dr. Driver then addressed the Council and explained the nature of the wood decaying
fungus present in the Western Hemlocks, found on the southernmost portion of the
park. He displayed a cross section of the wood showing the fungus and noted the
spread is aided by root to root contact. The problem of the downed trees can be
impacted by wind direction, velocity, water condition of the soils, and the fungus.
Dr. Driver recommended that (1) the entire park be surveyed with special reference
to all Hemlocks to determine the level of hazard and the number of trees needing to
be felled; (2) observe the stand throughout the winter, particularly when a high wind
is experienced, and determine if the estimates made were sound and if a second cut
is appropriate; and (3) repeat a survey within a year to determine if further hazard
reduction needs to occur. Dr. Driver also recommended that, on a 2 - 3 year basis,
hazard reduction surveys should be conducted.
Mayor Sargent inquired about how many trees might be saved, and Dr. Driver
indicated that, once infested, it is a matter of time before the trees must be taken
down to alleviate the hazard of a possible blow down. Mayor Sargent asked if this
would affect re-planting, and Dr. Driver suggested the planting of Western Red
Cedars or shrubs, as they would be the most resistant to the fungus. Councilman
Schueler commented on the impacts of clay soil, standing water, and urbanization on
areas such as Webster Park, to which Dr. Driver agreed.
Councilman Doyle raised the question of the spread of the spores of the fungus, and
Dr. Driver indicated the spores can travel as far as 5 miles. For this reason,
Councilman Doyle suggested that Erickson Park also be inspected for the fungus.
Dr. Driver indicated that any exposed wood be treated with borax to alleviate the
possibility of the spread of the spores. Councilman Hulett inquired as to how many
trees are being considered for removal, and Dr. Driver responded there may be 12
more trees to be felled.
Mayor Sargent thanked Dr. Driver for his input and asked Director Brodhun if he
had a recommendation for consideration at this time. Director Brodhun felt it
advisable to report to the Park Board on initiating the recommended survey and then
return to the Council in January so work can proceed. However, Councilman Hulett
encouraged commencement of the project right away. Director Brodhun agreed that
time is of the essence, and he suggested that a special meeting of the Park Board be
scheduled. Councilman Ostrowski moved to authorize Director Brodhun to
proceed with the plan as presented to the Council and move as quickly as
possible to remove the hazard of the trees. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Braun. Councilman Schueler suggested the placement of warning signs
in the area of Webster Park, to which Director Brodhun agreed. A vote was taken
on the motion, which carried unanimously.
LEGISLATION: A. Public Hearings
None.
Budget Ordinance - B. Ordinances Not Requiring a Public Hearing
Ordinance No. 2901
Ordinance No. 2902 1. Revising 1995 Budget and Adopting 1996 Budget
Ordinance No. 2903 2. Increasing Medic I Charge
3. Revising Cemetery Fees
Manager Pomeranz advised the Council that calculations had been done in comparing
1995 budgeted versus actual expenses; the City was $142,000 under budget. Also,
he noted there was a re~,ised Budget ordinance distributed to the Council, correcting
an inadvertent error.
The Council gave consideration to the proposed allocation of hotel/motel tax funds,
to include two re-applications submitted by the Visitor & Convention Bureau and the
Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Sargent, assisted by Contracts Administrator Tim
Smith, reviewed the nature of the two re-applications and the specific detail pertinent
to both. The Grant Review Committee recommended funding to the VCB in the
amount of $7,500 for a Loop Tour Promotion and $2,340 for a Medial Advertising
Plan. Further, the committee recommended funding to the Chamber of Commerce
in the amount of $2,000 for World-wide Web Advertising and $3,1300 for a Base
Camp Video Program. Based on the committee's previous recommendation of
allocations in the amount of $75,500, the above additions would increase the over-all
funding level by $14,840. Administrator Smith pointed out that approximately
$15,000 remains in the fund projected for 1996, and it is hoped some specific
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LEGISLATION: marketing for convention groups can be undertaken.
(Cont'd)
Discussion followed concerning the success of the committee's deliberations, and
Budget Ordinance - Manager Pomeranz pointed out that the committee was very specific in its goal to not
Ordinance No. 2901 allocate all of the funds unless the determination had been made that the expenditures
Ordinance No. 2902 would meet the specified needs and requirements. The committee had agreed that
Ordinance No. 2903 certain past efforts had not succeeded, and it was timely to try other approaches with
(Cont'd) the hotel/motel tax funds. Mayor Sargent commended Administrator Smith for his
leadership throughout this effort.
Councilman Schueler moved to distribute the $14,840 as outlined and further,
to distribute hotel/motel funds in the amount of $75,500 as previously
recommended to the Council. Councilman Ostrowski seconded the motion.
Councilmember McKeown moved to amend the motion to increase the allocation
of $7,500 for the Museum to the amount originally requested, $12,500.
Councilman Ostrowski seconded the motion for discussion purposes. Discussion
followed concerning the fact that. the Marine Lab and the Museum are the only
places available to tourists awaiting the ferries. It was suggested that additional
funding would, therefore, be appropriate for the Museum. However, Councilman
Schueler expressed the opinion that, in view of the committee's many hours of
deliberation, he felt the recommendations should not be revised. Councilman
Ostrowski suggested the possibility of referring this particular matter back to the
committee for .reconsideration. Mayor Sargent understood the recommendation for
an increase, but suggested this may be appropriate for consideration by the new
Council. A vote was taken on the amending motion, with Councilmembers
McKeown and Hulett voting in favor and Councilmembers Ostrowski, Doyle,
Braun, and Schueler voting in opposition. The amending motion, therefore,
failed. A vote was taken on the main motion, which carried unanimously.
Mayor Sargent asked that Manager Pomeranz write a letter of appreciation to the
members of the review committee.
Concerning the matter of allocations of Human Services funds, Councilman Schueler
provided information pertinent to certain programs, questions about which were
raised by the Council at its last meeting. Olympic Native Harvest, a program of
Diversified Industries, involves the collection and sale of native materials via
wholesalers to end users. Adult Action provides adult day care for individuals
unable to care for themselves; it is a program of the Lutheran Church. Concerned
Citizens for the Developmentally Disabled directs individuals to various locations for
help needed, no matter what the age.
Discussion followed, and Councilman Schueler indicated that Council members had
expressed a desire to fund the Salvation Army Emergency Assistance Program.
Therefore, he proposed the following revisions to his previous recommendation:
delete funding to the Evergreen Family Village, decrease funding to the Serenity
House Homeless Shelter to $2,000, and provide the remaining $1,600 to the
Salvation Army. Councilmember McKeown moved to accept the recommended
allocations as presented, to include the changes just submitted by Councilman
Schueler. The motion was seconded by Councilman Doyle and carried
unanimously.
Consideration was then given to the entire budget for 1996, and Finance Director
Godbey commented on the proposed property tax increase, a matter which has
received certain negative commentaries from members of the public. Mayor Sargent
felt it important to set the record straight, as there are many erroneous conclusions
being reached. Director Godbey felt it would be appropriate to address this issue
once the valuations have been certified by the Council. At this time, the projections
are merely estimates. Director Godbey indicated it has been particularly difficult to
balance the budget, due to the County's request for jail funds. She emphasized the
fact that the City will not be filling 3 positions, and the 6 % tax increase will result
in only $130,000 in additional revenue. The County has requested an even higher
increase, and the City will essentially experience a net decrease.
Mayor Sargent read the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2901
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles,
revising the Budget for the fiscal year ending
December 31, 1995, adopting the budget for the
fiscal year ending December 31, 1996, and amending
Ordinance 2849.
Councilman Braun moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title.
Councilmember McKeown seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
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LEGISLATION: Mayor Sargent read the next Ordinance by title, entitled
(Cont'd)
ORDINANCE 2902
Budget Ordinance -' ~
Ordinance No. 2901 AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington,
Ordinance No. 2902 increasing the monthlY utility account charge for the
Ordinance No. 2903 Medic I Program and amending Ordinance No. 2274, as
(Cont'd) amended, and Section 8.36.030 of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code.
Councilman Hulett moved adopt the Ordinance as read by rifle. Councilman
Braun seconded the morion, which carried unanimously.
Mayor Sargent read the third Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2903
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles revising and establishing fees for certain services at
Ocean View Cemetery and amending Ordinance 2789
as amended, and Section 3.70.020 of the Port
Angeles Municipal Code.
Mayor Sargent reminded the Council that the change in fees brings the Cemetery in
line with the private sector. Councilman Ostrowski moved to adopt the
Ordinance as read by title. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion, which
carried unanimously.
Rezone - City-Wide - 4. Rezone - City-Wide
Ordinance No. 2904
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department, and
Planning Director Collins referenced the revised Ordinance which had been
distributed to the Council, correcting certain legal descriptions. In addition, he
directed attention to the map on the wall which showed a correction to an error made
in the zoning designation on a portion of Ediz Hook. Director Collins identified
some of the areas for rezone, as previously directed by the Council.
Mayor Sargent read the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2904
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles rezoning
property throughout the City in accordance with
the public interest and the Comprehensive Plan
and amending the Official Zoning Map, Ordinance
No. 2881.
Councilman Doyle moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by tirie, citing
Findings 1 -27 and Conclusions 1 - 12, as set forth in Exhibit "A", which is
attached to and becomes a part of these minutes. Councilman Hulett seconded
the motion, which carried unanimously.
Establishing new 5. Establishing New City Horizontal and Revised Vertical Datums
Horizontal and
Vertical Datums - Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department
Ordinance No. 2905 and read the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2905
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington,
establishing City horizontal and vertical datums
for surveying and mapping purposes and repealing
Ordinance 1408.
Councilman Hniett moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title.
Councilmemher McKeown seconded the motion. City Engineer Kenworthy
explained to the Council how the vertical datum was first established by the City in
1957. A horizontal datum has not been adopted by the City. It is appropriate to
shift the City's local vertical datum to one that is nationally recognized and can be
consistently coordinated with other agencies. A vote was taken on the motion,
which carried unanimously.
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LEGISLATION: Councilman Braun moved to continue the meeting beyond 10:00 p.m. The
(Cont'd) motion was seconded by Councilman Doyle and carried unanimously.
Correcting an Error 6. Correcting an Error in Ordinance No. 2811
In Ordinance No. 2811 -
Ordinance No. 2906 Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Planning Department and
read the Ordinance by title, entitled
ORDINANCE NO. 2906
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington,
correcting a typographical error and a mapping error
in Ordinance No. 2811.
Councilman Ostrowski moved to adopt the Ordinance as read by title.
Councilman Braun seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
C. Resolutions Not Requiring Public Hearings
None.
Planning Commission D. Planning Comrnission Minutes/Action Items
Minutes/Action Items
None.
1996 Agreement with E. Other Considerations
Humane Society
1. 1996 Agreement with Humane Society
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the City Clerk.
Councilmember McKeown moved to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign
the agreement with the Clallam County Humane Society for animal shelter
services for 1996. Councilman Doyle seconded the motion and after limited
discussion, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried unanimously.
Contract with Housing 2. Contract with Housing Trust Fund Grant Program for Rose House
Trust Fund Grant Program
for Rose House Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by the Public Works Department.
Councilman Braun moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement with
Washington State for the receipt of the Housing Enhancement Program Funds
on behalf of Healthy Families of Clallam County. Councilman Schueler
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Date Set for Council 3. Set Date for New Council Member Orientation
Member Orientation
Manager Pomeranz informed the Council he will work with the new City Council
members in setting a date for orientation purposes. Also, he noted they will be
attending an orientation meeting with the Association of Washington Cities as well.
At this time, Mayor Sargent announced that Councilman Ostrowski had been
appointed to the membership of the AWC Board of Directors, representing District
12.
Request to Advertise 5. Request to Advertise for Bids; Phase H Compost Facilities, Project No. 94-
for Bids - Phase II 26
· Compost Facilities
Mayor Sargent reviewed the information provided by Public Works. Councilman
Doyle moved to authorize the advertisement for bids on the Phase II Compost
Facilities Project No. 94-26. The motion was seconded by Councilman Braun
and carried unanimously.
On another matter, discussion was held and concern expressed regarding the painting
of graffiti on the Waterfront Trail and the City Pier. The suggestion was made that
a reward be offered; Manager Pomeranz indicated he would discuss this further with
the Police Department.
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Break Mayor Sargent recessed the meeting for a break at 10:20 p.m.
ADJOIJRN TO' The meeting was adjourned to Executive Session at 10:30 p.m. to continue discussion
EXECIJTIVE SESSION: of litigation and a matter of real estate for approximately one-half hour.
RETLrRN TO OPEN The meeting returned to open session at 10:45 p.m.
SESSION:
ADJOtlRNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 p.m._
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Exhibit "A"
Findings and Conclusions for City-wide zoning changes:
Findings:
1. The Growth Management Act of 1990 required that the City of Port Angeles
adopt a Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations consistent with the
Act and its goals.
2. Over five years ago the City of Port Angeles formed a citizens' Growth
Management Advisory Committee to recommend a Comprehensive Plan and
Development Regulations based on community involvement with early and
continuous public participation in the planning process.
3. The Growth Management Advisory Committee met weekly for many of the
months during this long planning process, and the City held numerous public
meetings and public hearings on each step in this process.
4. On June 28, 1994, the City of Port Angeles adopted a Comprehensive Plan in
compliance with the Act and the legislative deadline of July 1, 1994, and on June
20, 1995, the City of Port Angeles adopted its first annual update of the
Comprehensive Plan in compliance with the Act.
5. A Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for proposed Zoning Map
reclassification changes was issued by the City on October 3, 1995.
6. The Development Regulations including the Zoning Code and Map must be
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Map.
7. All properties throughout the City were reviewed for land use designation
differences between the adopted Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map and the
Zoning Map.
8. All differences between the Comp Plan and Zoning land use designations were
considered by the Growth Management Advisory Committee and the Planning
Department staff, and areawide zoning reclassifications were recommended by
the GMAC to the Planning Commission and the City Council for resolution of
these differences.
9. All Comprehensive Plan goals, policies, and objectives, including Growth
Management Goal A, Land Use Goal A, Policies A. 1 & A.2, Objective A. 1, Goal
B, Goal C, Policy C.1, Goal D, Policy D.2, Goal E, Policies E.6 & E.8, Goal F,
Policy F.3, Goal G, Policy G.2, Goal H, Policy H.4, Goal I, Policy 1.1, Goal J,
Policy J. 1, Transportation Goal A, Goal B, Policies B. 10 & B. 13, Housing Goal
A, Policies A. 1 & A.2, Ojbectives B. 1 & B.2, Conservation Goal A, Policy A.2,
Economic Development Policies A. 1 & B.5, were considered by the GMAC in
making recommended changes to the Zoning Regulations.
10. Notices for Zoning Code Amendments, including a new Forest Lands Zone, and
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Mapping Rezones, including additional public hearing notices for Zoning Map
changes, were given per the City and State legal requirements for areawide
zoning amendments and reclassifications.
11. Notices of the areawide zoning reclassifications and amendments were mailed to
132 different property owners of 180 properties affected by reclassifications and
to 5 citizens requesting notification of changes in the Zoning Regulations.
12. Zoning classifications that permit the same uses or uses of less intensity than
Comprehensive Plan land use designations are considered by the City to be
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
13. The Environmental Impact Statement on the Comprehensive Plan was adopted for
the proposed changes in the Zoning Code Regulations.
14. A series of neighborhood public meetings were held by the Planning Commission
in May, June, and July, 1995, to give the public additional notice and opportunity
to review and understand the nature of the Zoning Map changes.
15. The Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map is a twenty year forecast of the land
supply needs for all land uses in the City of Port Angeles, and the Zoning Map
designates the amount of land to be supplied for each classification of land uses at
this time.
16. The Comprehensive Plan makes no designation of resource lands within the City
of Port Angeles; however, property owners may wish to undertake commercial
production of timber and so the Forest Lands (FL) Zone has been included as a
new classification.
17. The Comprehensive Plan makes a distinction between light industrial and
industrial park uses, and a new classification of Industrial Park (IP) has been
added to the Zoning Code, although no land has been designated as yet.
18. Ten acres is the existing supply of land for Residential Medium Density (RMD), a
more recent zoning classification, and the Planning Commission recommends a
greater supply of RMI) zoned land to meet the future needs for affordable
housing.
19. Testimony has been received that the vacancy rate for rental housing units is
higher than was reported in the 1991 Clalllam County Housing Needs Study.
20. The City Council received public testimony from property owners in the vicinity
of Area Nos. 4, 5, and 10 in opposition to the proposed rezones to Residential
Medium Density (RMD).
21. The City Council considered and denied a site specific rezone request from a
property owner in Area //5 on June 6,1995.
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22. Since the previous site-specific, medium density residential rezone for Area ID #5
was denied, no additional information supporting the rezone has been presented
by the property owner, by the proponent of a low-income housing project on the
property, or by anyone else.
23. The public infrastructure in the vicinty of Area Nos. 4 & 5 is substandard at this
time.
24. Area ID #22 and Area ID #32 are both identified environmentally sensitive areas
which are adjacent to commercial/industrial uses; however, the natural character
of Area ID #22 remains undisturbed, while the natural character of Area ID #32
remains in question and subject to ongoing preservation and access analyses.
25. Area ID #24 is a surface body of water where enhancement and preservation of
water quality is desired.
26. There are a number of corrections, not zoning changes, needed for the Zoning
Map to reflect the various Ordinances establishing the zones, including Area ID
Numbers 19, 20, 24, 51, and 72, as well as the two recent annexations along Golf
Course Road and south of Melody Lane and Lindberg Road respectively, the
Niichel/Hurworth property next to the Golf Course offDel Guzzi Drive, and the
realigned portion of Dry Creek between Critchfield Road and Lower Elwha
Road..
27. The Public Buildings and Parks (PBP) Zone may be designated as following the
top or bottom of a bluff or bank as determined by the City Engineer, and the
precise boundary of such a PBP Zone will be determined by field demarcation.
Conclusions:
1. The Zoning Code Amendments and Reclassifications are consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and the Land Use Map designations.
2. The Zoning Map changes do not intentionally create nonconforming uses.
3. The Zoning Regulation changes intentionally recognize existing and planned uses
· in those areas of the City where the uses do not conform to the existing zoning or
Comprehensive Plan designations.
4. The Forest Lands Zone permits coordination between the State Forest Practices
Act and the City Comprehensive Plan and its development regulations.
5. The Zoning Map changes are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
6. The Zoning Map changes are in the public use and interest.
7. The Zoning Map changes reflect changes in circumstances that have occurred
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since the 1976 Comprehensive Plan was first adopted and has now been replaced
with the 1994 Comprehensive Plan, which was updated in 1995.
8. The proposed Zoning Map changes provide an adequate land supply for the
various land use classifications consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
9. More intensive development should not occur in areas with substandard
infrastructure until improvements have been made.
10. Capital facilities should meet the City's concurrency requirements for Level of
Service Standards before rezoning is approved.
11. Land should not be rezoned until there is a demonstrated need for uses permitted
in the proposed zone.
12. Circumstances have not changed since the site specific rezone for a portion of
Area #5 was denied by the City Council.
Adopted by the Port Angeles City Council at its meeting of December 19, 1995.
Jo(KJ Sargent, Mayor q
Becky'. U~t-~, Cit~ Clerk t