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SPECIAL JOINT MEETING
PORT ANGELES CITY COUNCIL
PORT OF PORT ANGELES COMMISSION
321 East 5 t Street
Port Angeles
June 2, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.
A. CALL TO ORDER- SPECIAL MEETING AT 10:00 a.m.
B. ROLL CALL
1. City Council
2. Commission
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. AGENDA
1. Mayor&Chair Welcome
2. William Fairchild International Airport Background on Runway Limitations
3. Limited Obstruction Tree Removal to Lift Current Restrictions
a. Background
4. Lincoln Park Master Plan
a. Why a Lincoln Park Master Plan?
b. "Phase A"Defined
c. Funding Realities
5. Memorandum of Agreement
a. Background
b. Environmental Assessment(EA)
c. Timing
E. PUBLIC COMMENT
F. ACTION ITEMS
1. Current Restrictions
a. Commission&Council Discussion
b. Council Action
2. Memorandum of Agreement
a. Commission&Council Discussion
b. Commission Action
c. Council Action
Hearing devices available for those needing assistance.
June 2,2014 Special Joint Meeting—Port Angeles City Council&Port of Port Angeles Commission Page - 1
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CITY COUNCIL MEMO
DATE: June 2, 2014
To: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: COREY DELIKAT,PARKS &RECREATION DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: NOTICE To AIRMAN RESTRICTIONS& OBSTRUCTION REMOVAL
Summary: In December 2013, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)notified the Port of
Port Angeles that obstructions were penetrating the approach to Runway 26 and that the
restrictions on night-time instrument operations might be imposed. In January of 2014, the Port
applied for a mitigation waiver but their request by the FAA was denied. On April 28, 2014, the
FAA issued a Notice to Airman (NOTAM)imposing the restriction that instrument approaches to
night landings on Runway 26 will no longer be allowed due to tree obstruction. On May 15, 2014,
the Parks, Recreation & Beautification Commission approved the following recommendation: The
Parks, Recreation & Beautification Commission recommends that that the City Council authorizes
the removal of eight(8) obstructions from Lincoln Park and adjacent City Property to restore
instrument approaches to night landing on Runway 26 at the William R. Fairchild International
Airport. The motion carried 6-0.
Recommendation: 1) The Port Angeles City Council approves and authorizes the Port to
work with City staff to remove eight(8) trees from Lincoln Park and adjacent City Property
to restore instrument approaches to night landing on Runway 26 at the William R. Fairchild
International Airport.
Background/Analysis: In December 2013, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)notified
the Port of Port Angeles that obstructions were penetrating the approach to Runway 26 and that the
restrictions on night-time instrument operations might be imposed. To avoid these night operation
restrictions, the FAA is requiring the Port to remove, lower, or light the obstructions.
With FAA approval in situations where removal, lower, or lighting of the obstacles are not
possible, a commissioned Visual Glide Slope Indicator(VGSI) may be used to mitigate the hazard
associated with unlit obstacles. The Port applied for this mitigation waiver in January of 2014 but
their request was denied. On April 28, 2014, the FAA issued a Notice to Airman (NOTAM)
SUBJECT: NOTICE To AIRMAN RESTRICTIONS& OBSTACLE REMOVAL
imposing the restriction that instrument approaches to night landings on Runway 26 will no longer
be allowed due to tree obstruction.
The impact of this restriction is substantial. Aircraft flying instrument approaches at night have
two unfavorable choices: 1) circle to land on Runway 8; or 2) fly an additional fifteen (15) miles
to the west, turn around and fly an instrument approach to Runway 8. Option 1 is technically
legal, but it is a very undesirable choice in instrument weather conditions at night. Option 2 is
costly in terms of time and money and is unavailable when winds are coming out of the west. In
many cases, flights will simply be canceled. This restriction would affect Kenmore Air, Rite Bros.
Aviation, Federal Express, United Postal Service, Seattle medical flights, commercial and general
aviation aircraft. The economic impact of these restrictions in terms of safety, time, fuel, costs,
and passenger comfort would be substantial.
To restore instrument approaches to night landings on Runway 26, the FAA has indicated that a
minimum of eight(8) trees need to be removed from City property. A permanent solution to
Lincoln Park and airport compatibility is still in process, with an FAA led Environmental
Assessment anticipated to be the next step. The process of the tree removal will be much like what
has been past. The Port will compensate the City for the value of the trees, grind down the stumps
to 12 inches below grade level, and backfill with soil and grass seed where the trees were removed.
Money received for the value of the trees will be placed in the Lincoln Park Improvement Fund.
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CITY COUNCIL & PORT COMMISSION MEMO
DATE: June 2, 2014
TO: PORT COMMISSION
CITY COUNCIL
FROM: KEN O'HOLLAREN,EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PORT OF PORT ANGELES
DAN MCKEEN,CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN PORT OF PORT ANGELES AND CITY OF
PORT ANGELES
Summary: The Port of Port Angeles and City of Port Angeles are considering entering a
Memorandum of Agreement for the purpose of coordination on the implementation of the Lincoln
Park Master Plan and the William R. Fairchild International Airport Master Plan.
Recommendation: Approve the Memorandum of Agreement and Authorize the Executive
Director and City Manager to sign the Agreement.
Background: Over the last four decades the City of Port Angeles and Port of Port Angeles have
spent considerable resources to mitigate conflicts between Lincoln Park and William R Fairchild
International Airport. In 2011, following the completion of an Airport Master Plan, the City and
Port cooperated in an effort to facilitate a public vision for Lincoln Park. Since the planning
process was initiated there has been some confusion and misinformation expressed about the next
steps in the process. The attached Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)is intended to provide clear
expectations for the public and for the agencies involved. The Agreement clearly outlines the next
steps in the process, with the goal of eliminating any further confusion.
The Agreement provides that both parties proceed with a cooperative effort to commence with an
Environmental Assessment. The Environmental Assessment will identify a preferred alternative,
which will determine whether Tree Removal is a required element for resolution. Assessment
results may also act as a starting point for negotiation of an avigation easement.
It is important to note that if tree removal becomes the preferred alternative, the only portion of
Lincoln Park Master Plan (LPMP) that will be implemented is tree removal and re-vegetation.
Funding limitations preclude moving forward with other park improvements contemplated in the
Lincoln Park Master Plan.
SUBJECT: MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN PORT OF PORT ANGELES AND CITY OF
PORT ANGELES
The following steps are anticipated:
• Conduct an Federal Aviation Administration supported Environmental Assessment
• Select a preferred alternative from the Environmental Assessment
• If the preferred alternative includes tree removal:
1. an aigation easement will be negotiated between the City and the Port
2. removal and re-vegetation will commence in accordance with Phase A of the LPMP
Considering the history and importance of both Lincoln Park and the William R. Fairchild
International Airport, both the City and the Port need to ensure that a permanent solution is
implemented. The solution must provide certainty that major resource allocations to the airport
and park compatibility are not required on a regular basis in the future.
Staff is available to answer any detailed questions on the Memorandum of Agreement and
anticipated future steps in the process.
Attachments: Memorandum of Agreement
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CITY OF PORT ANGELES
AND
PORT OF PORT ANGELES
THIS MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT ("MOA") is entered into by and between the
CITY OF PORT ANGELES, a Washington municipal corporation, located and doing business at
321 East Fifth Street, Port Angeles, Washington 98362 (the "City"), and the PORT OF PORT
ANGELES, a Washington municipal corporation,located and doing business at 338 W. First Street,
Port Angeles,Washington 98362 (the"Port") (hereafter referred to collectively as the"Parties"), for
the purpose of coordination on the implementation of the Lincoln Park Master Plan and the William
R. Fairchild International Airport Master Plan(the"Airport Master Plan").
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the Parties have devoted substantial resources and time to the successful
implementation of the Airport Master Plan adopted by the Port Commission and the Lincoln Park
Master Plan adopted conditionally by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA") funds are available for the
implementation of critical elements of the Lincoln Park Master Plan (the"LPMP"),provided certain
conditions are satisfied; and
WHEREAS, Lincoln Park is the City's largest recreational facility and was dedicated to the
City by the Federal Government as a park in 1904; and
WHEREAS, William R. Fairchild International Airport(the"Airport")has been identified
as an essential public facility in accordance with the Washington State Growth Management Act
and is vital in providing community air service in support of our local economy; and
WHEREAS, the Parties recognize the history and importance of both facilities to the local
community, and are committed to identifying and implementing a permanent solution for the
compatibility of Lincoln Park and the Airport while fulfilling the goals and objectives of the
Lincoln Park Master Plan and the Airport Master Plan.
NOW THEREFORE, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Parties shall work cooperatively, expeditiously, and in good faith to fulfill the
goals and objectives of the LPMP and the Airport Master Plan without diminishing the integrity of
either facility.
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT-1
2. The Parties shall cooperate with the FAA in conducting an Environmental
Assessment ("EA") to a) identify the needed runway length; b) assess alternatives to accomplish
that length; c) assess the environmental impacts associated with those alternatives; and d) choose
the preferred alternative.
3. In order to satisfy the requirements of the FAA and to resolve facility conflicts, the
parties agree to complete the following activities sequentially, in the following order:
o First,the Commissioners of the Port and the Council of the City will conduct a joint
meeting to approve this MOA.
o Second,both parties shall encourage the FAA to proceed with an Environmental
Assessment(EA)to identify alternatives related to the runway length for aircraft
landing at the Airport and the benefits and drawbacks of each alternative. To
develop the EA,the Port shall engage a consultant to assist with developing the
scope of the EA. The City and Port shall work cooperatively to approve the scope of
the EA.
o Third,if the EA finds that tree removal is the preferred alternative,then prior to any
tree removal the parties shall negotiate the specific details and purchase price of an
avigation easement consistent with Lincoln Park's purpose and acceptable to the
Bureau of Land Management; and shall negotiate and agree upon the implementation
of a permanent solution for the compatibility of Lincoln Park and William Fairchild
Airport that embraces the long-term needs of both facilities.
o Fourth,if the EA establishes that removal of trees in Lincoln Park is the preferred
alternative,the only portion of the LPMP that will be implemented is the Obstruction
Removal and Revegetation(the"ORR")portion of Phase A of the LPMP,which
portion includes removing all trees and other obstructions related to the flight path
for aircraft landing at the Airport,replacing the removed vegetation, completing
major earthwork for the site so that new vegetation is planted in the right location
with minimal disturbance from future phases, and other work identified in the EA as
measures to mitigate the consequences of tree removal. Such other work might
include,by way of example and without limitation,work to control storm water.
The Port,with aid from the FAA, shall pay the full cost of implementation of that
portion of Phase A of the ORR. The Parties acknowledge the proceeds from the
sale of any timber removed from Lincoln Park shall be considered an offset against
the Federal grant. The Port will,in that case,pay to the City an amount equal to
those proceeds.
4. The Parties understand that,if tree removal is the preferred alternative, then the FAA
will contribute funding for only the "Obstruction Removal & Revegetation"portion of Phase A of
the LPMP.
5. This Agreement shall be effective as of the date last written below.
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT-2
PORT OF PORT ANGELES
Ken O'Hollaren,Executive Director Date
Port of Port Angeles
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Simon Barnhart, General Counsel
Port of Port Angeles
CITY OF PORT ANGELES
Dan McKeen, City Manager Date
APPROVED BY PORT ANGELES CITY COUNCIL MOTION ON
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Janessa Hurd,City Clerk William Bloor,City Attorney
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT-3
PUBLIC INTEREST SIGN-UP SHEET
PPRTANGELEI CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
W A S H I N G T 0 N, U. S. A.
DATE OF MEETING: June 2, 2014 LOCATION: City Council Chambers
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The Clallam County EDC, which is tightly focused upon economic growth and
development in Port Angeles, Sequim. Forks, and the outlying areas, wishes to
state that we need a strong and vibrant airport operating out of the Lincoln Park
facility. We are working hard to attract new businesses here who sell to
customers not only in the Northwest but all over the world. The uplift to our
economy will be substantial in the years ahead. We expect many new and varied
jobs to be created and the benefits to our economy to be huge by any measure.
However, without a full-time operating runway there is a strong probability that
Kenmore Air, who serves our community, will cease its service. Kenmore currently
loses money on its PA route. Further, the trees in the park drive Kenmore to
higher fuel costs and create a high risk to the lives of pilots and passengers in the
planes coming here today. For the sake of our future we must make Kenmore's
service to us viable.
As representatives of the business community, we urge you to act positively to
remove as many barriers as possible in order to allow the airport handle the
continued and necessary air service to our County.
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May 28,201.4
To: Dan K4cKeen' PA City Manager
From: Patrick Downie, Deputy Mayor, City of Port Angeles
Because ofalong-standing and previously scheduled family commitment, [ will not be able toattend
and personally participate in the joint Port Angeles City Council and Port of Port Angeles Commissioners
meeting on Monday June 2"o Therefore, |, Patrick Downie, Deputy Mayor of the City mf Port Angeles
respectfully request that the following statement be read into the record by Mayor Dan Di Guilio:
The issues surrounding the appropriate disposition of certain trees within the boundaries of Lincoln Park
and air traffic safety at Fairchild International Airport are significant. | commend my fellow Council
members and the Port Commissioners in their willingness to respond to the concerns raised by the FAA
on these matters and to seek a collaborative, meaningful and effective solution.
| urge those who sit together at the table today and tnthose other citizens who are witnesses to this
proceeding, to acknowledge that both the airport and Lincoln Park are community assets. Both facilities
provide real and intrinsic value 1othe area. Fairchild Airport is vital regional economic asset. Safe, cost-
effective and timely commercial and recreational air traffic simply cannot be compromised. It also must
he recognized by all parties concerned that the airport serves as critical part of our region's public
safety network. The airport's capacity to enable emergency flights to take off and land absolutely must
not be lessened in any way. And, any further reduction in commercial service at Fairchild Airport would
be ruinous to this City and to this re8ion. Any expectation that this region can grow economically
without viable commercial airport is simply wrong.
For its part, Lincoln Park has for many years provided a place of enjoyment and pleasure to families.
Having said that, I believe the Park's present condition can be measurably improved both in terms of use
and public safety. In rny opinion, and from comments | have received from former users of the park, the
current density of trees and the general lack of attractive and well-designed pathways throughout the
park have led to a decline in use of the park by both individuals and families.
It is my hope and expectation that nothing short of a win-win solution be sought today. Ironically, both
facilities have the same fundamental need, i.e. safe and cost-effective public access and use. That goal
must be priority number one during the course of today's joint meeting. | would earnestly hope that
singular focus beat the core of your conversation and comments today.
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