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Port Angeles, Washington
July 7, 2015
CALL TO ORDER SPECIAL MEETING:
Mayor Di Guilio called the special meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at 4:42 p.m.
Members Present: Mayor Di Guilio, Deputy Mayor Downie, Councilmembers Bruch, Collins, Gase, Kidd
and Whetham.
Members Absent: None.
Utility Advisory Conunittee Members Present: Rob Feller, Betsy Wharton, Councilmembers Gase, Bruch
and Whetham.
Utility Advisory Committee Members Absent: John LeClerk and Lynn Bedford.
Staff Present: City Manager McKeen, Attorney Bloor, Clerk Veneklasen, K. Dubuc, C. Fulton, B. Olson,
P. Lusk and N. West.
SPECIAL MEETING:
Craig Fulton,Director of Public Works and Utilities, spoke about the City's utility and water rate setting
process, cost of service and Long Range Financial Policies. He talked about sustainable rate savings
which include the AMI bond repurposing and sustained operational savings.
Chief Financial Officer Byron Olson outlined the AMI bond repurposing and related funds. He said the
first opportunity to payoff bonds early is November 1, 2020. Director Fulton outlined ways the AMI
Bond can be used to fund projects.
Council discussion followed.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Di Guilio adjourned the special meeting at 5:49 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER-REGULAR MEETING:
Mayor Di Guilio called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Members Present: Mayor Di Guilio, Deputy Mayor Downie, Councilmembers Bruch, Collins, Gase,Kidd
and Whetham.
Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: City Manager McKeen, Attorney Bloor, K. Martinez-Bailey, B. Olson, C. Fulton,N. West,
B. Smith, K. Dubuc, and C. Delikat.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Di Guilio led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
PORT ANGELES CITY COUNCIL MEETING—July 7, 2015
CEREMONIAL MATTERS PROCLAMATIONS & EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONS
1. Designation of Port Angeles as a Bicycle Friendly Community
George Bergner, Director of Port Angeles Likes Bikes,presented the City with a sign from the Bicycle
Advisory Committee designating Port Angeles as a Bicycle Friendly Community. Mr. Bergner thanked
those involved in the designation process and introduced Public Works and Utilities Director Craig Fulton
who thanked the community for their support.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Cindy Hueth, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County, spoke about the progress at
the Maloney Heights supportive housing development site, and noted that Habitat has received much help
from the community in order to finish the housing project and prepare for their dedication, which she
noted Council will soon be receiving invitations to.
Colleen Robinson, Community Outreach Director of Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County, invited the
community to the upcoming Wine Festival at the Cedars at Dungeness, saying the proceeds of the event
go to assist projects for Habitat for Humanity.
Eloise Kailin spoke about the ineffectiveness of fluoridation.
Dale Wilson asked Council to stop the fluoridation of city water. He asked that Council decide and not
put the decision to an advisory vote. He also spoke in favor of allowing two opportunities to speak during
City Council meetings.
The Mayor closed the public continent period at 6:21 p.m.
INFORMATION:
1. Update on Paradise Fire presented by Olympic National Park
Sarah Creechbaum, Olympic National Park Superintendant, introduced a few members of the National
Incident Management Organization(NIMO)Team, including Bill Hannenburg, Chris Erickson-Public
Information Officer, and Todd Rankin-Acting Fire Management Officer. Mr. Rankin gave a brief
PowerPoint presentation and discussed conditions that led to the fire and explained the difficulties crews
have faced in containing the fire.
LATE ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON THIS OR FUTURE AGENDAS as determined by Cith
Manager or Councilmember—Councilmember Kidd asked for an update on water usage and availability
be added as item L 7.
CONSENT AGENDA:
At the request of Councilmember Bruch the Mayor pull the OlyCAP Loan Extension Agreement
Amendment from the Consent Agenda.
It was moved by Whetham and seconded by Gase to approve the Consent Agenda to include:
1. City Council Minutes: June 2, 2015 and June 16, 2015
2. Expenditure Approval List: 610612015 to 612612015.for$5,221,174.10
3. Vehicle Purchase: 2 Used Police Sedans from University of Washington Police
Motion carried 7-0.
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Council discussion followed.
It was moved by Collins and seconded by Downie to:
Move the Olympic Conununity Action Programs (OlyCAP) Loan Extension Agreement Amendment to
the July 21, 2015 meeting.
Motion carried 7-0.
RESOLUTIONS NOT REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Options for Public Comment Periods
Manager McKeen provided a brief background on the resolution, noting staff included 5 options in the
proposed Resolution, and that Council could decide on their own option or if they chose, modify one of
the given options. Manager McKeen reminded Council that the quaisi judicial section of the Rules of
Procedure were removed with the addition of the hearings examiner. Council discussion followed.
RESOLUTION NO.09-15
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, amending Sections 7, 9,
and 12 of the Council Rules of Procedure.
It was moved by Gase and seconded by Downie to:
Approve item 3, add to the agenda a second public continent period at regular meetings, directly before
adjourmnent and include the three minute time limit per citizen with the Mayor's discretion for flexibility,
along with the fifteen minute total with the Mayor's discretion for flexibility.
Motion carried 7-0.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
1. Teamsters Local#589 Communications & Support Unit Contract Extension
Human Resource Manager Abbigail Fountain brought forth the extension agreement and discussed terms
in the contract as well as changes, adding that staff reconunends Council approve the agreement. She
noted that if the agreement is approved, it would mean five of the six contracts for 2015 have been settled.
It was moved by Collins and seconded by Kidd to:
Approve the terms of the Teamsters Communications and Support Unit Collective Bargaining Agreement
extension and cost of living adjustment.
Council discussion followed.
Motion carried 7-0.
FINANCE:
1. Light Pole Replacement Phase II,Project CL06-2012
Director Fulton gave a brief update on the project history and why the replacements were necessary.
It was moved by Gase and seconded by Bruch to:
Award and authorize the City Manager to sign a contract with Olympic Electric Company, Inc. of Port
Angeles, Washington, for a total amount of$90,852.72, including sales tax, for the Light Pole
Replacement Phase 11,Project CL06-2012, base bid, and to make minor modifications to the agreement, if
necessary.
Council discussion followed.
Motion carried 7-0.
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CITY COUNCIL REPORTS:
Councilmember Collins spoke about the 2015 Association of Washington Cities annual conference that
he attended in Wenatchee,WA the previous week along with Deputy Mayor Downie, Councilmember
Gase and Manager McKeen. He added that he will attend the Salmon Homecoming Ceremony hosted by
the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe. He thanked Councilmember Kidd for representing Port Angeles in
Victoria, B.C., on Victoria Day.
Councilmember Bruch stated that she would also be attending the Salmon Homecoming Ceremony and
brought up the drought issue. She strongly urged Council to consider ways to reduce emissions and come
up with long term plan to do this.
Councilmember Kidd spoke about her time in Victoria,B.C., for Canada Day, saying she was warmly
welcomed, adding that the trip was good for Port Angeles' relationship with Victoria. She also reported
there was a great turnout for the Port Angeles 4t"of July parade.
Deputy Mayor Downie spoke about his work with George Bergner and the Bicycle Friendly Community
organization and mentioned several Canadian members spent Canada Day biking up to Hurricane Ridge.
He also spoke positively about his time at the 2015 Association of Washington Cities conference.
Councilmember Whetham infonned Council about his time at the farmers market and congratulated the
City on adding the second comment period.
Councilmember Gase congratulated Councilmember Kidd for representing two different countries in such
a short amount of time, referring to her trip to Japan as well as her time in Victoria. He spoke about his
time at the 2015 AWC Annual Conference and said the carpool trip to Wenatchee strengthened his
friendship with Deputy Mayor Downie.
Mayor Di Guilio thanked the citizens for showing restraint on the days leading up to the 4"'of July,
adding there were very few fireworks before the 4"'. He said he enjoyed his time at the farmers market
and thanked Eloise Kailin for their discussion while he was there.
No other reports were given.
INFORMATION CONTINUED:
Manager McKeen spoke about the reports included in the packet.
Director West provided an update on what the City is doing to help downtown businesses during the
construction downtown. A list was created of things that can be done to help businesses from a marketing
aspect, and he encouraged Council to provide feedback during this challenge. Director Fulton spoke about
the upcoming downtown bike event on Wednesday July 15"'. Director West reminded Council how
important it is for the conurrunity to support all the businesses downtown, whether it is through shopping
or going to restaurants.
Director Delikat reported an additional $38 million was added to the State's recreation budget which
funded the 2015 Local Parks Grant for the Civic Field Lighting Project.
Director Fulton gave a water update as requested by Councilmember Kidd. He said the Public Works
Department is reviewing stage 3 water conservation, adding there are currently no issues with the Ranney
Well. He added that they will be gathering data for future plamiig and said it's a good opportunity to
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gather data for future water plans.The Department is also looking to seek grants for funding for drought
relief and mitigation of fish.
SECOND PUBLIC COMMENT:
Dale Wilson thanked Council for voting to add a second public conullent.
Stephanie Noblin reminded Council her videos could be found online and thanked the community for
their support.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Attorney Bloor recommended the Council hold an executive session, under
RCW 42.30.140(1)(i),to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel. He anticipated a 10 minute
meeting with no action to follow.
Mayor Di Guilio adjourned the meeting to Executive Session at 7:49 p.m.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION:
The Executive Session concluded at 8:00 p.m. No action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Di Guilio adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
Dan Di Guilio, ayo Kari Martinez-Bailey, ctin City Clerk
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