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UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING
Port Angeles, Washington
May 30, 2002
I. Call to Order:
Chairman Bentley called the meeting to order at 3 :00 p.m.
II. Roll Call:
Members Present:
Chairman Bentley, Councilmember Rogers (3 :05), Councilman Campbell,
Councilman Williams, Dean Reed
Members Absent:
Councilmember Erickson
Staff Present:
Mike Quinn, Craig Knutson, Yvonne Ziomkowski, Glenn Cutler, Tim
Smith, Brad Collins (3:15), Scott Johns (3:10), Ken Ridout, Scott McLain,
Gary Kenworthy, Steve Sperr, Cate Rinehart
Others Present:
Brian Gawley - Peninsula Daily News
John Cambalik - Puget Sound Water Quality Action Team
Dennis Bragg - Den-Ree Productions
III. Approval of Minutes:
Chairman Bentley asked if there were any additions or corrections to the meeting minutes of May
14,2002. None were given. Councilman Camphell moved to approve the minutes. Chairman
Bentley seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Councilman Williams and Dean Reed
abstained due to absence at the meeting.
IV. Discussion Items:
A. Stormwater Utility
Glenn Cutler, Director of Public Works and Utilities, reviewed his memo of May 14 focusing on why a
stormwater fund needed to be established to correct long standing stormwater problems which involve
multiple issues. There was an inquiry concerning the possibility of reducing the monthly amount and
scaling back due to poor economy and applying for outside relief. Information previously requested and
discussed at length follows:
Minimum efforts for starting the utility would be to maintain and update the City's stormwater systems
to prevent flooding, storm damage, and improve the water quality of the wetlands, streams, harbor and
strait. Concern was expressed over the lack of a detailed work plan and the possibility of identifying
specific areas for the public.
Consequences of not implementing a plan would include continuing bluff erosion in areas with
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discharge points, continued roadway and utility undermining, and missed opportunities for loans and
grants. Staff indicated that maintenance alone would not solve the problem.
The Community Development Department addressed the City-County stormwater management policy
recommending Clallam County support that all property owners in the affected stream basins be
included in paying for the necessary improvements. Discussions continue with the County on this issue.
Failing to comply with NPDES Phase II, CSO, and ESA requirements could include potential criminal
and civil penalties, and law suits by private parties.
Various methods of funding were explored from charging the property owner to a property tax increase.
It was determined that stormwater would be funded as a separate entity and show as a line item on the
utility bill. This new fund will be called Stormwater Management. Staff was directed to provide a
business and agency list and the estimated fee for each.
No action taken. Information only.
VII. Next Meeting:
The next regular meeting will be June 11,2002. At 3:00 p.m.
VIII. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 6: I 0 p.m.
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Allen Bentley, Chairman
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Cate Rinehart, Administrative
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