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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 07/26/1989 . . '. AGENDA PDRT ANGELES PLANNING CDMMISSION 321 East Fifth Street Part Angeles, Washington 9S362 JULY 26, 1989 7:00 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Meeting Of July 12, 1989 IV. PLANNING STUDIES: 1. Continued review of Comprehensive Plan V. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC VI. STAFF REPORTS VII. REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS VIII. ADJOURNMENT . . . PLANNING COMMISSION Port Angeles, Washington July 26, 1989 I CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7: 00 P.M. by Chairman Cornell. II ROLL CALL Members Present: Larry Leonard, Jim Hulett, Bob Philpott, Donna Davison, Dick Wight, Jerry Cornell. Members Absent: Jerry Glass. staff Present: otto Miller., Sue Roberds. III APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Cornell noted the revised copy of the Planning commission minutes which corrected an oversight by staff where a condition from the approved motion to allow Daishowa a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit; SMA-89 (07) 100, which had been omitted from the previous draft minutes for the July 12, 1989, meeting of the Commission. Condition No. 2 reads as follows: 2. Dredge spoils shall be handled in such a manner as to not impact street with mud or debris. Mr. Hulett moved to accept the revised minutes. Mr. Leonard seconded the motion, which passed 5 - 0, with Mr. Wight abstaining. IV PLANNING STUDIES Continued Review of the Comprehensive Plan As an introduction to review of the comprehensive Plan, Mr. Miller outlined possible options available to the Commis- sion in review of the Plan. The suggestions included consideration of background data to guide the land use of ravines and environmentally sensitive areas of the City; consideration of pre-zoning as a goal, to better cooperate with the County on land use issues, including annexation; or the possibility where the Planning Commission could set goals to upgrade access streets for industrial development and/or expansion. Mr. Miller also suggested consideration of inclusion of guidelines to establish a set time for review of the Comprehensive Plan or perhaps an annual review of certain sections of the Plan, with a more comprehensive . . . PLANNING COMMISSION July 26, 1989 Page 2 review of the entire Plan every five years. He said the Commission could consider as community goals the development of a community center, a four-year college on the Peninsula, or perhaps an inter-jurisdictional trails system. There was discussion on zoning maps, zoning codes, compre- hensive plans, and comprehensive plan maps and their uses. There was discussion regarding the update of the demographic and neighborhood information. The Commission discussed the merits of pre-zoning at length. The comprehensive Plan could possibly include a generalized map indicating areas for possible pre-zoning of areas which could be seen to be within the City's sphere of influence. Following lengthy discussion, the following items were set out to be considered for additions to the Goals in the Comprehensive Plan: 1. To encourage planned growth through annexation while examining the land uses of the peripheral areas and the location and capacity of existing infrastructures. 2. To encourage the preservation of the environment for the protection of wildlife and the enhancement of a variable urban environment which provides the opportunity for enjoyment of convenient accessible natural settings within the urban area for each neighborhood of the community. The Commission concluded review by indicating the Commission members should list possible further goals for the September long-range meeting of the commission. V COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC None. VI STAFF REPORTS Mr. Miller' informed the Planning commission that corres- pondence between the Thunderbird Boathouse and the Planning Department stating that the Boathouse would bring the camping area on Ediz Hook into compliance with their permit had been received~ however, the Thunderbird does not appear to be in compliance, following an inspection of the property by the Planning Director on July 26, 1989. Mr. Wight moved to require the Planning staff to take action and inform the Thunderbird Boathouse operators that camping PLANNING COMMISSION July 26, 1989 Page 3 . must be stopped at the Boathouse as of July 30, 1989, due to non-compliance with the Conditional Use Permit. Mr. Hulett seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. VII REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS It was decided for the September long-range meeting of the Commission to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and possible crossings of White r s Creek. The Commission requested a member of the Public Works Department be present at that meeting to discuss bridge connections with arterials and alternatives. . Ms. Davison requested further information from the City Attorney regarding the Federal Fair Housing Act memo, dated July 3, 1989. Mr. Leonard suggested a possible joint effort between the City and Parks Service for trails on Race Street to the Visitor's Center. Mr. Leonard said the Parks Service has paved trails from Park Avenue to the Visitor's Center. He said due to the narrow roadway on Race street, it is very dangerous to bike or walk. There needs to be signage and possibly a bike lane in order to separate pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists, and encourage the use of the trails. Staff will investigate. Chairman Cornell was concerned about the congestion on First and Front Streets at 5: 00 P.M. He suggested possibly the Public Works Department investigate timing for the traffic signals in order to alleviate the heavy congestion at that time of day. He also requested the Public Works Department inform the Commission as to how long the construction activity will occur at various street corners throughout the City. He said the congestion is very annoying to property owners in the area and seems to be endless. He noted that possibly Public Works should notify property owners as to the timing of projects whiCh directly affect properties. Mr. Hulett suggested that the Parks Department adjust the hanging flower pots in town so they are more readily seen by motorists. He also wanted to commend the Parks Department for the beautiful hanging pots this year. . Chairman Cornell noted in the Administrative Hearing Minutes, the Planning Director had approved two bed and breakfasts with check-in and check-out time limits. The Director said the times are set so as to assure the least impact to the surrounding residential uses. It was agreed to further discuss the issue when Mr. Glass could be present. .. . . PLANNING COMMISSION July 26, 1989 Page 4 VIII ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:10 P.M. ""' O$~~ Otto Mi 'er, Secretary ------- ?/ PLAN. 206 . . . CITY of PORT ANGELES ATTENDANCE ROSTER ,ot..., HN\~G TYPE OF l'1EETING DAm OF t1EETING LOCATIOO PLANNING COMMISSION ct2J )1 j .--;f~ 19)/9 tI em" HAr.r. / . , ADDRESS: NAME: