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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 07/13/1992UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Port Angeles, Washington July 13, 1992 Call to Order: Vice Chairman Thomas Hunt called the meeting to order at 4:38 p.m. II. R0tt Cart.' Members Present: Thomas Hunt, Gary Braun, Joe Michalczik, and James Hallett (arrived at 4:44). Members Absent: Richard Wight Staff Present: B. Titus, J. Pittis, C. Knutson, B. Jones, R. Ellsworth, K. Ridout, and D. McFarland. III. Am~roval of Minutes: Councilman Braun moved to approved the minutes of the June 8, 1992 meeting as written. The motion was seconded by Joe Michalczik and carried unanimously. IV. Discussion Items: A. UAC Role in 1993 Budget Process City Light Director Titus raised the question of whether the UAC members would like to review possible capital expenditures projects for input to the Capital Improvement Committee. Discussion between the Committee members resulted in the consensus that having minutes of the CIP Committee meetings made available to UAC would be adequate for UAC purposes. Public Works Director Pittis explained that the CIP Committee would be developing a six- year plan for projects of all kinds with projected expenditures in excess of $25,000. The Committee will set goals, direction, and priorities for these projects. Director Pittis noted there will be a citizen's questionnaire developed to receive information before the CIP Committee begins its process. -1- Utility Advisory Committee July 13, 1992 B. Request for Water Service Outside City Deputy Director of Public Works Ridout explained that staff was requesting UAC to concur with the recommendation to deny water service to a parcel located on the south side of Lauridsen Blvd. at L street. Discussion ensued about the fact that there are thirteen existing water accounts in that area. However, Mr. Ridout stated that this is one of the areas where, rather than provide the area with water, the City would prefer the area be annexed into the City so full City services can be provided. Director Pittis pointed out that the last request of this nature was made by Glaubert and Austin in 1990. At Council direction, an agreement for utility service was forwarded to them for signature which, to date, has not been returned. In response to a question about providing full City services, Director Pittis explained that sewer services would have to be routed up to E Street. Councilman Braun questioned the City's obligation considering the fact there are previously existing services in that area. Director Pittis stated that these services were granted before the present ordinance defining the City Service Area. Thomas Hunt moved that the City not provide water service to this property unless the area is annexed. Joe Michalczik seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Mayor Hailett directed Attorney Knutson to verify that all existing services were established prior to enactment of the ordinance. C. Refrigerator Disposal Pursuant to a change in law effective July 1, 1992, disposal of refrigerators will become more costly. Staff's recommendation is to continue to accept refrigerators and dryers at the current tonnage rate and compensate for this added cost during the next rate change, absorbing the additional cost until that time. Charging "actual cost" for the disposal of these items could be conducive to "roadside" dumping. Bob Jones, Superintendent of Solid Waste, explained the cost differential of Options 1 and 2 as presented by staff. Councilman Braun moved to accept staff recommendations and exercise Option 2. The motion was seconded by Thomas Hunt and carried unanimously. Joe Michalczik requested that staff closely monitor this activity so that accurate cost figures are available when the rates are revised. Attorney Knutson pointed out that this action -2- Utility Advisory Committee July 13, 1992 would necessitate that costs be equalized across the County so that the expense is not directed at just City residents. D. Water Contract with PUD Public Works Director Pittis explained that, in accordance with UAC instruction, he and Attorney Knutson returned to the PUD for negotiations on the water supply contract. Attorney Knutson indicated the changes were consistent with UAC desires adding language which makes it clear that the City, not PUD, is primary in this contract. The PUD will have to: 1) pay the "going rote" for water; 2) the contract is only for one year; and 3) the City does not have any obligation to continue the contract at the end of that year. Some concessions were made to the PUD which, although not major, acknowledge that the PUD does not view the situation from the same perspective as the City. Water Superintendent Ellsworth stated that the PUD is to notify the City any time PUD draws water in excess of 400 gallons per minute. He stated the City will be aware of utilization based on a monitoring device. Director Pittis pointed out that the contract is retroactive to April of this year and that after it is signed, the billing will be retroactive to April. The PUD has also agreed to participate in the development of a cooperative supply plan. This contract has been reviewed by the PUD Commissioners who are ready for a formal adoption of the contract. Once the contract is adopted and executed, it will he presented to the City Council for acceptance. Councilman Braun moved to accept the revisions and forward the formal contract to the PUD for approval. The motion was seconded by Thomas Hunt and carried unanimously. V. Late Items: None. VI. Next Meetine: The next meeting of the Utility Advisory Committee will be held on Monday, August 10, 1992, at 4:30 p.m. The schedule will include a review of solid waste rates and CIP progress. -3- Utility Advisory Committee July 13, 1992 Solid Waste Superintendent Jones recapped the progress on business and school recycling. Currently the businesses are charged by Environmental Waste Systems for recycling services; therefore, not all businesses take advantage of this service. Anyone can call Environmental Waste and talk to them about the services offered. Director Pittis pointed out that anyone can take recyclable material to the landfill at no charge. Superintendent Jones stated that Ray Christenson has said the City may start placing magazines and catalogues in the recycle bins. Mr. Jones is verifying the capacity of acceptance with Dalshowa before he puts the announcement in the newspaper. Director Titus stated that he is still trying to get a speaker from the Community Action Council to speak to the UAC about how Community Action might be able to participate in a low income discount program, but has been unable to get a commitment from them. Mr. Titus is trying to get a commitment for the September meeting to get this matter solidified before the budget process begins in October. VII. Adiournraent: The meeting was adjourned at 5:17 p.m. city Clerk q 1- -4-