HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 08/07/2000 UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Port Angeles, Washington
August 7, 2000
L Call to Order:
Chairman Campbell called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
IL Roi1 Call:
Members Present: Chairman Campbell, Dean Reed, Allen Bentley, Councilman Williams
Members Absent: Mayor Larry Doyle
Staff Present: Michael Quinn, Craig Knutson, Glenn Cutler, Ken Ridout, Scott McLain,
Gary Kenworthy, Doyle McGinley, Dale Miller, Steve Sperr, Cate Rinehart
Others Present: None
III. Approval of Minutes:
Chairman Campbell asked if there were any changes or additions to the agenda. None were given.
Reference was made to the question of who was elected Vice Chairman. Research indicated
Councilman Williams was chosen at the January 12, 2000 meeting. Chairman Campbell then asked
if there were any additions or corrections to the meeting minutes of July 10, 2000. Dean Reed moved
to approve the minutes. Councilman Williams seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
IV. Discussion Items:
A. CH2M Hill Contract
A brief introduction was given by Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works and Utilities. Steve Sperr, Utility
Engineer, gave a brief overview of the various water issues. There was some concern over funding of the
projects and time frames. Mr. Cutler assisted in explaining the funding sources for the different
undertakings. A discussion followed with concerns expressed regarding releasing information to the public.
The Public Works utility staff will develop a series of articles to be placed with the media to explain the
GWI situation and the possible impacts.
Dean Reed moved to recommend the City Council enter into an Agreement for Professional Services
with CH2M Hill, Inc., and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement. Allen Bentley seconded the
motion, which carried unanimously.
B. Hazardous Waste Collection Day Agreement
Dale Miller, Recycling Coordinator, explained that for the past 7 years the City has participated in the
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annual Household Hazardous Waste Amnesty Days sponsored by Clallam County and the Department of
Ecology. Cost to the City depends upon participation - historically 40%. The City paid $6,347 last year and
received credit for $1,153 for in-kind services. A discussion followed regarding the types of waste collected
and what the benefits are to the City.
Allen Bentley moved to recommend the City Council authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement
with Clallam County to provide a maximum of $7,500 toward the cost of the Household Hazardous
Waste Amnesty Days Event. Councilman Williams seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
C. Water Fluoridation
A brief background was given by Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works and Utilities. Doyle McGinley,
Water, Wastewater Collection Superintendent, explained that a fluoridation steering committee had been
formed by the late Dr. Larry Schueler. Mr. McGinley gave a brief overview of a meeting he recently
attended indicating that at some point in the future this committee will probably approach the City Council
requesting the City provide fluoridation. It was the consensus of the group that the final outcome of this
issue be determined by the people of Port Angeles and not Council alone. A brief discussion followed.
D. Status of Power Subscription with BPA
Scott McLain, Deputy Director of Power Systems, reviewed the subscription contracts and reported that the
contract offerings from Bonneville are currently on hold. Mr. McLain further explained the options that
may be available and the consequence of those options. A discussion followed regarding the various factors
that are involved. Mr. McLain recommended a work session on September 5, 2000 to explain the various
items in the contract to Council, with final authorization of the contract at the September 19th meeting..
I~. Information Only Items: Water Marketing Seminar
Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works and Utilities, reminded the committee of the American Water
Resources Association, Washington Section 2000 Annual Conference which will be held November 15,
2000. Mr. Cutler indicated that he would be attending along with Craig Knutson and Tim Smith. Cost for
attendance is $100 per person and there will be an additional available spot. Mr. Cutler stated he would
remind members of Council the early part of October.
VI. Late Items: None
VII. Next Meeting:
The next meeting will be held September 11, 2000, at 3:00 p.m. in the Public Works Conference Room.
VIII. Adjournment:
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Councilman Williams moved to adjourn the meeting. Allen Bentley seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 4:07 p.m.
Orville Campbell,','-C~rman '- Cate Rinehart, Administrative Assistant
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