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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 02/12/2001 UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Port Angeles, Washington February 12, 2001 L Call to Order: Vice Chairman Williams called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. II. Roll Call: Members Present: Vice Chariman Williams, Allen Bentley, Mayor Larry Doyle, Orville Campbell Members Absent: Chairman Dean Reed Staff Present: Mike Quinn, Craig Knutson, Glenn Cutler, Scott McLain, Ken Ridout, Larry Dunbar, Jeff Young, Dale Miller, Tom McCabe, Jim Harper, Cate Rinehart Others Present: Gary Gleason, Eloise Kalin, Don Schuba (EMMT Board) II1. Approval of Minutes: Vice Chairman Williams chaired the meeting. Vice Chairman Williams asked if there were any additions or corrections to the meeting minutes of January 8, 2001 or January 29, 2001. None were noted. Mayor Doyle moved to approve the minutes. Allen Bentley seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. IV. Discussion Items: .4. Biosolids Permit Approval JeffYoung, Treatment Plant Superintendent, reported the program had been approved by the State with the stipulations of a specific growing period for application and covered storage for the biosolids. A short discussion followed. No action taken. Information only. B. Free Dump Day Tom McCabe, Solid Waste Superintendent, gave a brief introduction of the program. Dale Miller, Recycling Coordinator, gave a short history of the event including past costs, reviewed staff concerns, and summarized the various options. A brief discussion followed concerning the different alternatives. UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE February 12, 2001 Orville Campbell moved to recommend the City Council restrict the size of vehicles to 3/4 ton pick- ups or cars with trailers not to exceed 5' x 9'. One load per household with a limit of four fires and one each for refrigerators, freezers, and other appliances such as washers and dryers. Allen Bentley seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. C. Video on 90's Conversion Dale Miller, Recycling Coordinator, showed an 11 minute video which addressed container convemion, recycling, enhanced landfill services and programs for the elderly and disabled. The video was narrated by Dennis Bragg and featured Mayor Doyle, City Manager Mike Quinn, Glenn Cutler (Director of Public Works and Utilities), Tom McCabe (Solid Waster Superintendent), Dale Miller (Recycling Coordinator), and Russ Carlson (Community Service Coordinator). The video will be shown at the Home Show as well as on Channel 21 (during March of this year). No action taken. Information only. D. Wholesale Power Rates Scott McLain, Deputy Director of Power Systems, discussed the volatility of the current situation and rates from BPA fluctuating between 100% and 400%. Mr. McLain requested rescheduling this item due to the illness of the BPA representative. E. Solid Waste Ordinance Tom McCabe, Solid Waste Superintendent, summarized the various issues and highlighted the changes in the ordinance. Changes include banning stumps at the landfill, plastics from the yard waste stream and yard waste from residential collection containers. During the discussion that followed several items were clarified and modified. Mayor Doyle moved to recommend the City Council adopt the proposed ordinance with corrections as noted. Orville Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. F. Southwood Community Meeting Jim Harper, Electrical Engineering Manager, explained letters were being sent to residents and property owners regarding a scheduled public meeting for questions and answers. Mr. Harper further indicated an ad would be placed in the local newspaper with the same information. A brief discussion followed. No action taken. Information only. G. Cable Television Franchise Renewal Larry Dunbar, Power Resources Manager, reviewed the renewal process and outlined the required procedures necessary under the Federal law pertaining to cable TV operators. Mr. Dunbar further clarified 2 UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE February 12, 2001 a survey to determine needs and interests, and to review past performance. There were short discussions throughout the presentation. This will be presented to Council as an information item. Mayor Doyle moved to present the public proceeding to the next Council meeting as an informational item. Orville Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. H. Western Public Agencies Group Of PA G) contracts for 2001 Scott McLain, Deputy Director of Power Systems, gave a brief background of WPAG and how this group could assist the City in regional issues during 2001. A short discussion followed. Orville Campbell moved to recommend Council authorize the Public Works and Utilities Director to sign the agreements with Marsh MundorfPratt and Sullivan, and EES Consulting for WPAG services during the year 2001 for an amount not to exceed $10,000. Allen Bentley seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. I. Expanded Membership on the UtiliO~ Advisory Committee Chairman Williams indicate the possible need for 2 additional members with the potential annexation and additional complications with high technology. Mr. Williams pemeived these positions as a representative from the UGA and business. A brief discussion followed noting the concept had been brought up before. It was generally agreed to keep the current membership. Craig Knutson, City Attorney, suggested a UGA representative could be invited to the City Annexation Task Force when the process was further along. No action taken. V. Late Items Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works and Utilities, handed out a Rayonier Leachate Revenue graph. VII. Next Meeting: Due to scheduling problems the next meeting will be held March 5,2001, at 3:00 p.m. in the Public Works Conference Room instead of the regular scheduled date of March 12. VIII. Adjournment: Vice Chairman Williams adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m. xf~)illiams, Vice Chairman Cate Rinehart, Administrative Assistant 3