HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 08/23/1999 UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Port Angeles, Washington
August 23, 1999
I. Call to Order:
Acting Chairman Michalczik called the meeting to order at 2:03 p.m.
II. Roll Call:
Members Present: Councilman Doyle, Joe Michalczik, Bill Myers, Councilman
Williams (arrived at 3:25).
Members Absent: Councilman Campbell.
Staff Present: Ken Ridout, Scott McLain, Gary Kenworthy, Craig Knutson, Tom
McCabe, Cate Rinehart, Bob Titus, Mike Quinn, Tim Smith, and
Brad Collins.
IIL Approval of Minutes:
Councilman Doyle moved to approve the minutes as presented. Acting Chairman Michalczik
referenced a paragraph stating, "Joe Michalczik moved to recommend City Council approve
conversion of all overhead lines located in the street right-of-way to underground service,
providing it does not exceed the amount budgeted" and wished to clarify his intent was to mean
the annual budget. Councilman Doyle moved to approve the minutes as amended by Acting
Chairman Michalczik. Bill Myers seconded. A vote was taken on the motion, which carried
unanimously.
IV. Discussion Items:
A. Acceptance of Power Engineers, Inc. For Fiber Optic Feasibility Study
Scott McLain, Power Manager, stated the City received four proposals for a feasibility study and
selected Power Engineers, Inc. A contract was negotiated for approximately $38,000. Councilman
Doyle requested specific information on costs between an independent study and a combined study
with Clallam PUD. Bob Titus, Deputy Director of Utility Services, defined the advantages and gave
a detailed explanation of what kinds of things the study would entail. A discussion followed
regarding costs, installation and tentative deadlines. Bill Myers expressed concern that the City
move forward as quickly as possibIe.
Discussion continued, and staffprovided additional information regarding pros and cons of pursuing
fiber optics. Bill Myers moved to recommend that the City enter into an interlocal agreement
with Clallam County PUD #1 in a three-party agreement between the City, Clallam PUD #1
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and Power Engineers, Inc., to determine the feasibility of establishing a fiber optics based
community network. Cost of the consultants study shall not exceed $72,612, and the City share
shall not exceed $37,972. Councilman Doyle seconded. A vote was taken on the motion, which
carried unanimously.
B. Electric Utility Rural Economic Development Revolving Fund (Fund)
Scott McLain, Power Manager, explained that legislation was passed allowing electric utilities to
contribute funds to economic development in rural areas and receive $25,000 per year for doing it.
Funding would be accomplished by transferring money which has ready been allocated. Mr. McLain
explained the process indicating the possibility of receiving this money within the July/June time
frame. Tim Smith, Director of Economic Development, recognized the fact that this will encourage
new business. Discussion ensued, and Councilman Doyle moved to recommend the City Council
create an ordinance to establish an Electric Utility Rural Economic Development Revolving
Fund, transfer $50,000 into the fund, and recommend that the Economic Development
Steering Committee be designated as the board that oversees this fund. Bill Myers seconded.
The motion was carried unanimously.
C. Landlocked Electrical Facilities
Bob Titus, Deputy Director, reviewed City Light policy on people getting their services converted.
Some clarification was needed on what the UAC decided at its last meeting. Various areas and
situations were discussed. Bill Myers moved to recommend that the City provide up to $1,000
to convert the homeowners facilities to underground but not to cover any of the landscape
restoration costs. The motion was seconded by Councilman Doyle and carried unanimously.
D. Composting
Ken Ridout, Deputy Director of Operations, led the discussion regarding Federal and State
regulations for biosolid management. Four scenarios were presented. A number of options were
addressed including sending out a Request for Qualifications and Request For Proposals. Tom
McCabe, Solid Waste Collection Supervisor, fielded a number of questions. Additionally, staff
provided technical information on mixing, temperature control, and testing. The Port Townsehd
plant was given as an excellent example of providing proper service. Following further discussion,
Councilman Doyle moved to recommend that the Council continue reviewing the process by
scheduling a field trip to Port Townsend which would include the UAC, full Council and
Daishowa, which carried unanimously. [Note: A vote was inadvertently taken on the motion
without a second to the motion being made.]
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E. Update on Regional Water System and Impacts of Elwha Dam Removal
Bob Titus, Deputy Director of Utility Services, reviewed the information to include feedback from
Senator Gorton and Congressman Dicks. Mr. Titus expressed the need to have a clear tie between
mitigation measures and the impacts on dam removal and the need to redefine costs. CH2M Hill
will be refining the study and identifying the design work cost. Craig Knutson, City Attorney,
reminded the Committee that the lead agency would have the greatest responsibility and that the City
should work closer with Daishowa. Discussion continued, and staff provided additional information
regarding urban growth being included in removal cost and various water rights. It was felt that the
City should work closer with other agencies to keep them informed and present a better final
package. Councilman Doyle recommended staff present the report to the other agencies and
bring the information back to the City Council.
F. Stormwater Management and Combined Sewer Overflow
Gary Kenworthy, City Engineer, reviewed the history of the Department of Ecology's Stormwater
Manual and the delay of its adoption. A Clearing, Grading and Drainage ordinance has been
adopted; however, it is not equivalent to the plan. Failure to adopt this plan could affect future
grants and loans. Staff from the DOE have offered to give a workshop to explain the need for the
City to adopt. Mr. Kenworthy added that additional funding will be required to comply. A brief
discussion followed. Councilman Doyle made a motion to recommend that Council have a
workshop with DOE and PSWQA representatives. Councilman Williams seconded the
motion, which carried unanimously.
V. Information Only Items: None.
VI. Late Items:
Bob Titus, Deputy Director of Utilities, indicated that Director of Public Works Glenn Cutler
requested assistance on acceptance of leachate from Rayonier. There had been some question
regarding the charge, and he was lacking enough information to pursue the problem. After a general
discussion Councilman Doyle recommended $.04 per gallon. Bill Myers seconded. The vote
was taken and carried unanimously. Information on this subject will not have to go through the
UAC before going to Council.
VIL Next Meeting:
The next meeting will be held September 13, 1999
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VIII. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 4:59 p.m.
~-Michalczik, Acting ~airman Cate Rinehart, Admin Assistant