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ROLL CALL
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Call to Order: ~ ~ ~).-~
Members Present:
Orville Campbell, Chairman ~0-<~-~, ~. Bill Myers ~
Joe Michalczik, Vice Chairman ~ Larry Williams ~-~.° id.
Larry Doyle /.~-~ Glenn Wiggins (Alternate)
Members Absent: ~(,~t~m/2-t. ff~
Staff Present:
Others Present:
pORTANGELES
W A S H I N G T O N, U. S. A
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Utility Advisory Committee, a subcommittee
of the Port Angeles City Council, will hold a special meeting on Monday, March 15, 1999,,
at 2:00 p.m., in.the Public Works Conference Room at City Hall, 321 East Filth Street.
The purpose of this special meeting is to Consider the following items:
Receive an update on the Marine Drive bluffmeetings,
Consider the Wholesale Water Agreement with PUD,
Consider an extension of the Interlocal Agreement with Jefferson County for
use of the Landfill,
Consider an Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Port Angeles for wildlife
management,
Consider a letter to the Congressional l~elegation supporting private use
legislation, and
Receive a report on regional water and electrical issues.
Becky J. Upton
City Clerk
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UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
PUBLIC WORKS CONFERENCE ROOM
PORT AN(3ELES, WA 9B36~
MARCH I 5, 1999
2;00 P.M.
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
llh APPROVAL Of MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 8, 1999, REGULAR MEETING.
~V. DISCUSSION |TE~lS
A. MARINE DRiVe Bluff MEETINGS UPDATE
B. WHOleSaLE WATER AGREEMENt WITH PUD
C. EXTENSION Of INTERLOCaL AGREEMENT With ~JEfFeRSON COUNTY fOR Use OF
LANDFILL
D. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH PORT OF PORT ANGELES FOR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
E. LLI i'ER TO CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION SUPPORTING PRIVATE USE LEGISLATION
F. VERBal REPORT ON REGIONAL WATER aND ELECTRICAL ISSUES
V. INFORMATION ONLY IteMS
A. LOCKBOX Memo TO CUSTOMERS
VI. LAte ITEMS
V~I. NEXT MEETING - APRIl I 2, I 9gCJ
V[[~. A[~JOURt~MENT
UTILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Port Angeles, Washington
February 8, 1999
I. Call to Order:
Chairman Doyle called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
II. Roll Call:
Members Present: Councilmen Campbell, Doyle, Williams [3:07], Bill Myers and Joe
Michalczik.
Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: J. Pittis, B. Titus, C. Hagar, D. McGinley, K. Ridout, and G.
Kenworthy.
111. Approval of Minutes:
Joe Michalczik moved to approve the minutes of the January 11, 1999, meeting. Councilman
Campbell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
IV. Election of New Chair and Vice Chair
Joe Michalczik moved to nominate Councilman Campbell as Chairman. Bill Myers seconded
the motion. There being no further nominations, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried
unanimously.
Councilman Campbell moved to nominate Joe Michalczik as Vice Chair. Bill Myers seconded
the motion. There being no further nominations, a vote was taken on the motion, which carried
unanimously.
Deputy Clerk Hagar suggested the date for the next meeting be set before discussion began and the
Committee agreed. The March meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 15, 1999, at 2:00 p.m. in the
Public Works Conference Room.
V. Discussion Items:
A. Golf Course LID
Public Works Director Pittis provided a brief history of the issue and summarized the information
contained in the packet. Director Pittis and Gary Kenworthy, City Engineer. responded to questions
and provided additional clarification regarding the LID.
Councilman Doyle asked if the total cost of the LID would be realized from the Developer
Reimbursement Agreement (DRA). Mr. Kenworthy felt this was of low probability and that it could
take years to complete the development of this area and attract new home builders. Director Pittis
felt the City would be fortunate to get half of the money back and the cost would come out of the
City's wastewater reserves.
Joe Michalczik expressed concern over the amount of the proposed assessment ($6,765.58),
compared to the estimated assessment ($4,765.58) and asked if the residents had legal recourse
against the City because of it. Director Pittis explained that ifa resident can prove there is no benefit
to their property in the amount of the assessment there is legal recourse. However, the amount of
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the proposed assessment is less than or equal to the amount it would cost to have a septic system
installed.
Further discussion ensued. Bill Myers asked if the estimated 61 future connections under the DRA
was a realistic number. Director Pittis felt this was open to discussion. Mr. Myers felt it might be
more reasonable to estimate 45 future connections and increase the LID assessment to approximately
$7,200, therefore allowing a greater opportunity for the City to recoup more if its costs.
Mr. Michalczik was concerned that future lot purchasers are being penalized for the demands of the
present home owners. He felt more of the burden should be carried by the original 75 home owners
benefiting from the sewer installation. Councilman Doyle agreed with Mr. Myers and felt reducing
the 61 lots to 45 and charging approximately $7,200 would be a fairer division of the cost.
Following further discussion, Councilman Doyle moved to recommend the City Council to use
a figure of 75%o of the 61 additional lots for the DRA and divide the total cost by 120 instead
of 136 and use that figure for the development of the final assessment roll. Bill Myers seconded
the motion, which carried unanimously.
B. Agreement with PUD for Low Zone Customer and Facility Transfer
Deputy Director Titus distributed an updated copy of the draft Intergovernmental Water Facilities
Agreement between the City and the PUD. He reminded the Committee that they had asked for some
changes to be made to the Agreement at its last meeting. Mr. Titus summarized and explained the
changes to the Agreement and the attached Exhibit "B".
Mr. Titus pointed out that there is an almost 43% difference in water rates between the PUD and
City. This is a strong motivator for these City residents to want the City to provide water service or
for rate parity fi.om the PUD. Mr. Titus noted that water and electricity are sensitive to rate changes
and it can be expected that there will be an increase in water usage due to the rate difference.
Director Pittis pointed out that Section 5 of the agreement states no precedence is being set.
Discussion followed, and staff responded to questions posed by the Committee. Mr. Michalczik
expressed dissatisfaction at having to pay more than $31,000 for facilities that are already 35 years
old. Councilman Campbell reminded him that this is mandated by State law, as the PUD must be
compensated for lost revenues. Mr. Michalczik understood this, however, he felt it unfair to have
to compensate the PUD at a rate 43% higher than what the City can charge. Mr. Michalczik asked
if these customers can be charged a higher rate to make up this difference. Director Pittis said this
was a legal question and he would have Attorney Knutson look into this.
Councilman Campbell felt this was an interesting exercise in educating the City as to what happens
when an area is annexed and the utilities are transferred. This issue must be carefully examined as
annexations take place, and somehow freeze the utilities as they are until a better way of transferring
services can be found.
Discussion followed, and Director Pittis reminded the Committee that if they do not wish to approve
the agreement, there is the option of telling the PUD they will have to continue to serve these
customers for the next five years. Councilman Doyle felt the Council should be made aware of this
alternative.
Councilman Doyle moved to recommend City Council approve the agreement with a full
explanation including the alternative. Bill Myers seconded the motion, which carried
unanimously.
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February 8, 1999
C. Status on Regional Water Systems Discussions
Director Pittis stated he and Attorney Knutson met with a representative of the Tribe. The Tribe is
interested in discussing water treatment approaches which can then be presented to the Department
of Interior. Director Pittis felt an accommodation can be reached where everyone wins. It this can
be achieved locally, the Department of Interior will have no choice but to agree. Director Pittis stated
this can be brought back to a future meeting for further discussion.
Councilman Doyle felt this issue should be brought up to the officials in Washington, D.C. at the
conference next month.
D. Status of FERC License Surrender on Morse Creek
Deputy Director Titus stated he had a packet of letters on this issue should the Committee wish to
read them. FERC will determine the extent of environmental review and proceed with necessary
studies. Mr. Titus reviewed the steps yet to be taken in the surrender process.
Information only, no action was taken.
Brief discussion followed regarding other issues that can be brought to the attention of the legislature
at the Washington, D.C. conference.
VI. Late Items
None.
VII. Next Meeting:
The next meeting will be March 15, 1999, at 2:00 p.m.
VIII. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 4:01 p.m.
Chairman Deputy City Clerk
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W A $ H I N (5 T 0 N, U.S.A.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Date: March 15, 1999
To: Utility Advisory Committee
~ru°b~e:ct'~ Up~. ?;ra~ ~neeniill ~i ~nlue; Meetings
At the request of the Port of Port Angeles and the direction of the UAC, staffhas facilitated a series
of four meetings over the past two months for owners of property located along the top and bottom of
the marine bluff in the area between Tumwater Street and Hill Street. These meetings began with a
general call together to discuss the issues impacting the owners and their property. The first meeting
was well attended by over 40 individuals who shared their concerns regarding the long and short term
history of slides on the bluff and the impact of the current rams and the capability of the City's existing
stormwater improvements to adequately handle the area's runoff. The second meeting was attended
by approximately 30 individuals with a good portion of the meeting spent in a discussion led by a
geotechnical engineer about marine bluffs in general, how and why slides typically occur and the
probable geological makeup of this particular bluff. Staff provided several handouts on the dos and
don'ts of living with a marine bluffand what to watch out for during and after storm events.
The third meeting was a presentation by Jim Johannesen, a coastal geological engineer who has been
conducting a series of seminars on this topic in our area through a program headed by the County and
funded through a state grant. Mr. Johannesen answered questions from the group of approximately
20 people and addressed the issue of a bluff-wide geological study indicating a general review of the
bluff would cost in the neighborhood of $15,000.
The last meeting was held March 4th, and was attended by approximately a dozen people. At this
meeting, those attending decided to send out a letter specifically asking the owners if they would be
willing to participate in a cooperative effort to fund a comprehensive geotechnical study of the bluff.
The attendees also selected Mr. Mike Dean (a building owner at the base of the bluff) to lead this
effort. Staffindicated we would provide the group with the property owners mailing list and a small
group of five individuals volunteered to assist Mr. Dean in the mailing and organizing any future
meetings.
At this time, it should be noted that ifa comprehensive study is to be undertaken, it can be anticipated
that the City will be asked to participate as a property owner in the area. Unless otherwise directed,
it is staff's intent to step down from our role of facilitator and let the group continue on its own. It is
staff's recommendation, that the City keep a presence at any future meetings of the group if requested.
pORTANGELES
WASHINGTON, U.S.A.
CITY COUNCIL MEMO
DATE: March 15, 1999
TO: UTILITY ADVISORY COMMI'iTEE
FROM: Jack Pittis, Director &Public Works and Utilities
SUBJECT: Wholesale Water Agreement with the PUD
Issue: The City has a wholesale water agreement to sell water to Clallam County Public Utility
District No. 1 which expires on August 28, 1999 and needs to be extended.
Recommendation: Recommend that the Utility Advisory Committee approve the extension of
the wholesale water agreement with the PUD with the same terms and conditions to December
31, 1999.
Summary: The wholesale water agreement with Clallam County Public Utility District No. 1
expires on August 28, 1999. Over the last few years the agreement has been extended on a year by
year basis due to the many factors impacting our relationship. An extension to December 31, 1999
will allow the City time to conduct a cost of service and to implement any rate adjustments during
periods of lower consumption.
Background / Analysis: Last August the City and Clallam County Public Utility District No. 1
extended the wholesale water agreement until August 28, 1999. The two parties have agreed to
extensions on a year to year basis because there are many factors that remain unresolved with regard
to water supplies, location and funding ora new reservoir and others. City staff and Council member
Orville Campbell and PUD staff and Commissioner Ted Simpson have been meeting monthly to
discuss various ways that the City and PUD can cooperate together to the mutual benefit of our
respective ratepayers.
An extension of the wholesale water agreement to the end of 1999 is recommended to allow time for
the City Finance Department to conduct a cost of service study for the water utility. The results of
the study may not be know in time to incorporate them in an extension by August 1999 and if there
are rate increases recommended as a result of the study, August is not a good time to implement rate
increases for water. A copy or'the current agreement is attached for reference.
Attach: Wholesale Water Agreement
N:~PWKS\WATER~PUDRATE\UAC315-2.WPD
WHOLESALE WATER CONTRACT
This amendment to the Wholesale Water Contract dated January 9, 1995, is made and entered
into by and between the City of Port Angeles, a municipal corporation, hereinafter called the "City",
and the Public Utility District No. ! of Clallam County, a municipal corporation, hereinafter called the
"District."
Whereas, the City and the District are parties to a wholesale water contract, which was
originally in effect until January 9, 1998; and
Whereas, the City and the District have entered into a separate intergovernmental memorandum
of understanding, in which they have agreed to investigate opportunities for cooperative and
coordinated local area utility planning and operation; and
Whereas, the City and the District have agreed to extend the wholesale water contract through
August, 1999;
Now, Therefore, the City and the District hereby agree that the Wholesale Water Contract dated
January 9, 1995, shall be amended as follows:
1. Paragraph I. Rates and Water Use Limits is hereby amended to read as follows:
A. The District shall pay seventy-one cents ($0.71) per 100 cubic feet per month, beginning
with the billing cycle starting August 24, 1998, and ending August 23, 1999, at the Gales Addition
Reservoir. The District shall strive to maintain an average withdrawal rate less than four hundred
gallons per minute (400 gpm). The days when peak withdrawal may exceed four hundred gallons per
minute (400 gpm) shall be limited to six (6) days per year and at no time shall the District use water
at a rate greater than six hundred gallons per minute (600 gpm).
B. The District shall pay sixty-eight cents ($0.68) per 100 cubic feet, beginning with the
billing cycle starting August 24, 1998 and ending August 23, 1999 for lower zone purchases at Baker
Street.
C. The District agrees to inform the City, within twenty-four (24) hours, whenever its
withdrawal rate at Gales Addition exceeds four hundred gallons per minute (400 gpm).
D. The City shall have the option to annually adjust the rate for the future billing cycles
consistent with its cost of service studies.
2. Paragraph 2. Other Conditions, paragraphs J and K are hereby amended to read as follows:
J. The City has provided an interconnection north of Highway 101 opposite DelGuzzi Drive.
K. The District has provided a meter installation along Baker Street north of Highway 101.
3. Paragraph 4. ~ is hereby amended to read as follows:
This contract shall terminate on August 23, 1999, or upon 60 days written notice by either party,
whichever is earlier.
DATED this ,~..- day of August, 1998.
PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
CITY OF PORT ANGELES OF CLALLAM COUNTY
Gary~/~raun, l~la~or ) P~esident
ATTES : ii~(/
ATTEST: ~)A~
B~ky I~p~i~t3'flCle~k- 1- -- -- Secre
A.PPR~D AS TO FORM:
Craig D. Kflutsoa, City Attorney
AMENDMENT TO
WHOLESALE WATER CONTRACT
This amendment to the Wholesale Water Contract dated January 9,
1995 is made and entered into by and between the City of Port
Angeles, a municipal corporation, hereinafter called the "City", and
the Public Utility District No. 1 of Clallam County, a municipal
corporation, hereinafter called the "District."
Whereas, the City and the District are parties to a wholesale
water contract, which is in effect until January 9, 1998; and
Whereas, the City and the District have entered into a separate
intergovernmental memorandum of understanding, in which they have
agreed to investigate opportunities for cooperative and coordinated
local area utility planning and operation; and
Whereas, the City and the District have agreed to extend the
wholesale water contract for eight months through August, 1998;
Now, Therefore, the City and the District hereby agree that the
Wholesale Water Contract dated January 9, 1995 shall be amended as
follows:
1. Paragraph 1. Rates and Water Use Limits is hereby amended to
read as follows:
A. The District shall pay forty ...... ,~ .... , sixty-seven cents
($0.67~ per 100 cubic feet per month, beginning with the billing
cycle starting August 24, 19947 and ending August 23, 19958 at the
Gales Addition Reservoir. The District shall pay sixty-four cents
($0.64) per 100 cubic feet. beginning with the billing cycle startin~
Au?ust 24. 1997 and ending Au~cn~st 23. 1998 for lower zone purchases
at DelGuzzi Drive~ The District shall strive to maintain an average
withdrawal rate less than four hundred gallons per minute (400 ~pm).
The days when peak withdrawal may exceed four hundred gallons per
minute (400 ~pm) shall be limited to six (6) days per year and at no
time shall the District use water at a rate greater than six hundred
gallons per minute (600 ~pm).
B. The City shall have the option to annually adjust the rate
for the future billing cycles of August 24, 1995 to August 23, 1996
and August 24, 1996 to August 23, 1997 consistent with its cost of
service studies. [The current projects for these two billing cycles
are for a 20% and 15% increase over the previous year's rate.]
C. The District agrees to inform the City, within twenty-four
(24) hours, whenever its withdrawal rate exceeds four hundred gallons
per minute (400 ~pm).
2. Paragraph 2. ' ' is hereby amended by adding the
following conditions:
J. The City shall provide an interconnection north of Hiqhway
101 opposite DelGuzzi Drive.
K. The District shall provide, subject to successful pressur~
testina, a meter installation alonq Baker Street north of Highway
4. Paragraph 4. ~ is hereby amended to read as follows:
This contract shall terminate
~; ..... on Auqust 23. 199~ or upon 60 days written notice by
either party, whichever is earlier.
DATED ~his /~ day of August, 1997.
P~LIC ~ILITY DISTRICT NO.
~~ ~GELES OF C~L~ CO~Y
~spe~ Os~roski, Mayor ~residen~
Brcky U~n,Vcity ~l;~k
APP~D AS TO FO~:
CraS~ ~Knueson, Ciey
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WHOLESALE WATER CONTRACT
a m~cip~ co.option, herein~er c~ the "Ci~", ~d the P~LIC ~Y DIS~CT NO.
1 OF CLALI.~ CO~, a mu~cip~ co~o~fio~ herein~er ~ed the "Distfim";
"WITNESSETH"
~, ~ ~ b~ ~ ~ b~ ~ Ci~ ~d ~e Di~fi~ a ~ol~e Water
Con~ ~d ~e p~ her~o d~e to ~e ~d ~n~ relafio~p ~d to e~end
of water by the Ciw to the Distfi~ ~ set fo~h here~ ~d
~, ~e Ci~ ~d ~e Di~ ~li~e c~ mum~ benefits ~om coope~five effo~s
in the operation ~d m~ten~ce of the~ resp~five wat~ ~e~ ~d d~ to coop~te in
pl~g for the ~ture supply ofthe~ customer; ~d
~, ~e Ci~s po~ is ~ ~e Ci~s p~ ob[~on ~ to supply wat~ to ~ent
~d ~e Ciw r~dents ~d bus~esses ~d t~t ~e Di~cfs p~c~ ofCi~ wat~ is sub~ent
ther~o;
NOW, ~FO~, ~he Ci~ a~ to 'd~v~ ~d se~ to the Dis~ ~d the Dis~m
a~ees to buy ~om the Ci~, whoic~e water under the foilo~ng pro. sion:
1. ~tes ~d W~ter USe Li~t~.
~ The District s~l pay fo~ cen~ ($0.40) per 100 cubic feet per mont~
berg ~ ~e b~g ~cle st~g Au~st 24. 1994 ~d e~g ~ 23. 1995. ~e Distd~
shall st~ve to m~nt~n ~ average ~thdraw~ rate less th~ four hundred ~o~ per ~ute (400
~m). ~e days when p~ ~thdraw~ may ex~ four hundred g~lons per ~ute (400 gpm) s~l
be ~t~ to s~ (6) days p~ y~ ~d at no time s~ the Distfi~ use water at a rate ~eater t~
hundred gallons per minute (600 gpm),
B. The City shall have the option to annually adjust the rate for the future billing
cycles of August 24, 1995 to August 23, 1996 and August 24, 1996 to August 23, 1997 consistent
with its cost of service studies. [The current projections for these two billing cycles are for a 20%
and 15% increase over the previous years rate.]
C. The District agrees to inform the, City, within twenty-four (24) hours,
whenever its withdrawal rate exceeds four hundred gallons per minute (400 gpm).
2. Other Conditions.
A. The District agrees to manage its water system to stabilize demand on the
City's system. In the event of water supply or capacity problems, the District agrees to develop, in
cooperation with the City, and deliver a targeted conservation message to the affected District
customers.
B. The District agrees to continue to investigate and develop other feasible
sources to supply water to the area serviced by this contract, in accordance with the joint plan for the
urban growth are~_ This joint plan shall provide for the.District and the City to jointly participate in
City water system capital improvement projects of mutual benefit.
C. In case of emergency, water shortage, or whenever the public health, safety,
or the distribution of water so demands, the City may reduce or limit the time for, or temporarily
discontinue, delivery of water to the District. Water delivery may also be temporarily interrupted for
the purposes of making repairs, extension, or doing other necessary work. Before altering the
delivery of water to the District, the City will attempt to notify the District, in advance, of any
changing, reducing, limiting, or interruption of service. The City, however, shall not be responsible
for any damage resulting from interruption, change, or failure of the water supply system.
D. The water purchased by the District shall be for the customers of the areas
served by said District easterly of the City of Port Angeles. The District agrees to obtain the prior
approval of the City when any one or combination of new customers of the District are projected to
increase the Disuict's monthly water nsa~e, which is served by this contract, by two (2) percent over
the monthly usage measured as 2.387 million cubic feet; provided that the District's water use shall
continue to be governed by the limits set forth in paragraph 1 above. The City al~-,es.to inform the
District of any significant new customers that request service inside the City within the area that is
serviced by this corm'act. The City's policy shall be thai all new and existing customers inside the City
have priority over ~he District for use of City water and that the City may, at/ts sole discretion,
reduce the delivery of water to the Disuict in order to better supply City customers or may terminate
this Contract upon 60 days written notice as set forth in paragraph 4 below. The City reserves the
fight to install flow res/fiction devices on the PUD se~ice line to restrict the flow available to a range
of 400 gpm to 600 gpm, if the City determines that flow restriction is necessa.~ to preserve reliable
service for city customers.
E. All water supplied under this contract, afrer it passes the point of delivery at
the present service connection at the Gales Addition reservoir, shall be the property of the District.
The District shall be responsible for all monitoring and reporting requirements to comply with the
Safe Drinking Water Act.
F. The City shall not be liable for any loss or damage to any person or property,
whatsoever, resulting dlrectiy or indirectly from the use by the District or its customers of the water
supplied under this contract, and the City shall further not be liable for any interrupt, ions in supply of
water to the District or its customers. The District agrees to indemn/fy the City for, and save it
harmless from, ail losses or damages which the City may suffer or incur by reason of the assertion of
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any such claim against the City, including all fees, costs, expenses, and attorney fees incurred in
defending against such claims.
G. The District agrees to allow thc City to use access roads and thc District's
bridge across Morse Creek for access to City facilities. However, thc bridge across Morse Creek may
be removed if structurally unsound. The District will maintain three-phase electric lines for potential
service to the City's Elwha River pump,station.
H. The District and the City agree to jointly participate in the development of a
cooperative water supply plan for the area within the Urban Service Area between the east City
Limits and Morse Creek. Each party shall use its best efforts to ensure that such plan shall be
completed by August I, 1995.
I. 'The City and the District agree to invest/gate an additional point of delivery
of water to the PUD from the City water systent If this additional point of delivery is found through
engineering study to be of mutual benefit to both agencies, then the such point of delivery shall be
acceptable under this contras. The City and the District shall comlrrn the engineering mutual benefits
through signatures of the Director of Public Works for the City and the PUD Manager.
3. Payment.
Billings for services rendered shall be paid by the District monthly, and in the event
the District fails to receive a monthly billing, such failure shall not release the District from liability
for payment. Thc billing, payment, and collection of this contract shall be as specified in the Citers
Utility Accounts Ordinance, Chapter 13.16 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. The District shall
provide the monthly meter readings to the City for billing purposes.
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This contract shall term/m~e three (3) years aRet s/gnature by the City below or upon
60 days written notice by either party, whichever is earlier.
DATED this ~_~L dayof .~.o~, ,,; ~. ,~. ,199~_
CITY OF POKT ANG~.!-~.S PUBLIC Lrrl~rY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF CLAT.T AM
COUNTY
Preaidem /
Sargent, Mayor f__J ..
ATTEST: ATTEST:
/
Becky Upt/~ Ci~' Clerk/ - Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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pORTANGELES
WASHINGTON, U.S.A.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
DATE: March 15, 1999
TO: UTILITY ADVISORY COM/vnlTgE
FROM: Jack Pittis, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Extension of Interlocal Agreement with Jefferson County for use of Landfill.
Issue: Extend the Interlocal Agreement to accept Jefferson County solid waste for an additional 45
days.
Recommendation: That the Utility Advisory Committee recommend an extension of the agreement
with Jefferson County to transport solid waste to the Port Angeles Landfill until April 29, 1999.
Summary: Jefferson County wishes to extend the Interlocal Agreement with the City for 45 days to
complete their new hauling contract with Rabanco. Other terms and conditions in the agreement will
remain the same.
Background / Analysis: The City of Port Angeles (City) executed an Inteflocal agreement with
Jefferson County (Jeffco) on August 4, 1998 to allow Jeffco to haul their solid waste to the City's
Landfill while they were advertising for bids for a long-term hauling contract. The long-haul contract
has been awarded but not finalized. Jeff'co has requested a 45 day extension to the current agreement
to give it time to complete a contract with Rabanco. The extension would change the ending date of
the agreement bom March 15, 1999 to April 29, 1999. Acceptance ofaditional solid waste from
Jeffco for this period of time will not affect plans for the operation of Cell 3 at the landfill. If Jeffco
utilizes the entire 45-day extension, the City would receive about $47,000 in revenue.
Attach:
Extension
Jeffco Letter
Original Agreement
Ordinance 2997
AMENDMENT TO
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN TFIE
CITY OF PORT ANGELES AND JEFFERSON COUNTY
FOR DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AT THE
Port Angeles Landfill
WHEREAS, the City of Port Angeles ("City") and Jefferson County ("County") entered into a contract
for solid waste disposal dated August 4, 1998 for a period of eight months, and
WHEREAS, the contract will expire on March 15, 1999, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City to accept solid waste from the County, and it is the desire of the
County to continue to dispose of its solid waste at the Port Angeles Landfill through April 29, 1999;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above representations and the terms, conditions, covenants,
and agreements set forth in that certain agreement between the parties dated August 4, 1998, the term of this
Interlocal Agreement shall continue until April 29, 1999 or until such additional time as the parties may agree
by a written amendment extending this agreement for an additional period based on mutually acceptable terms
and conditions.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this extension of the Interleeal Agreement
for disposal of solid waste at the Port Angeles Landfill on the . day of
1999.
CITY OF PORT ANGELES JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MAYOR
ATTEST: ATTEST:
Becky J. Upton, City Clerk Loma Delaney, Clerk of the Board
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM;
City Attomey Deputy Prosecuting Attomey
JEFFERSON COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
P.O. Box 2070
1322 Washington St.
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 385-9160
Frank Gifford, Public Works Director/County Engineer
March 3, 1999
Jack N. Pittis
Director of Public Works
P.O. Box 1150
321 East Fifth Street ( cra, oil. ~- .....
Port Angeles, WA 98262-0217
Dear Mr. Pittis,
Jefferson County has encountered some difficulty in completing a contract with Rabanco
for the Long Haul and Disposal of Solid Waste. We therefore requests a Forty-five (45)
day extension to the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Port Angeles. This extension
would expire on April 29, 1999. We do not foresee these negotiations taking this long
but desire to have this safeguard in place should the need arise.
We are in the final stages of contract negotiations with Rabanco and the proposed
contract language is pending legal review. At this time we anticipate the Contract
complete legal review and be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for
acceptance by March 29th.
It is our desire to initiate the service immediately upon acceptance by the Board of
County Commissioners. Rabanco states they are also prepared to initiate the Contract
immediately upon ratification.
We thank the City of Port Angeles for their participation in the Interlocal Agreement that
· diverted Jefferson County's solid waste to the Port Angeles Landfill over the past
months.
Sincerely,
~?cGidofr°~sd Direc~r///Counly Engineer, Interim
c.c.: Aubrey Palmer, Operations Manager
Frank Hall, Solid Waste Specialist
Dennis Bates, Assistant S.W. Foreman
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INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF PORT ANGELES AND JEFFERSON COUNTY
FOR DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AT THE
Port Angeles Landfill
ngtTHlS INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT in made and entered into this of
1998 by and between the City of Port Angeles, a non-charter code city of the
on (hereina/~er called the "City"), and Jefferson County, a political subdivision
of the State of Washington (hereinaRer called the "County").
WHEREAS, in lieu of long hauling its solid waste to a regional landfill, the County has
proposed disposing of its solid waste at the Port Angeles Landfill at a rate slightly reduced from
what the County would have to pay for long hauling; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City and its landfdl customers to accept the
County's solid waste at a special reduced rate for a limited period of time in order to help fund
closure and post closure activities as required by state and federal law and thereby ultimately
reduce the burden on existing and future customers of the Port Angeles Landfill for such costs;
and
WHEREAS, the City and the County have in good faith negotiated this interlocal
agreement for the disposal of solid waste in the Port Angeles Landfill;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above-representations and the terms,
conditions, covenants, and agreements set forth below, the parties hereto agree as follows:
I. Definitions.
For the purposes of this agreement, the follt;wing terms shall have the following meanings:
1.1 "Acceptable waste" means all putrescible and non-putrescible waste delivered to
the Port Angeles Landfill in the area designated by the City, including but not limited to garbage,
rubbish, refuse, ashes, paper, cardboard, and other solid waste that is normally disposed of by and
originating from the occupants of residential dwelling units and commercial establishments in the
area served by the County. The term "acceptable waste" includes materials and substances that
are authorized to be deposited in the Port Angeles Landfill in accordance with Title 13 of the Port
Angeles Municipal Code but does not include materials and substances that are prohibited from
disposal in the Port Angeles Landfill by Title 13 PAMC and does not include "unacceptable
waste" as defined in this agreement.
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1.2 "Hazardous waste" means any waste, material, or substance, the processing or
disposing of which would subject County or City to liability under or would otherwise
contravene:
a. Subtitle C of the Resource Conse .ryation and Recovery Act of 19'76, 42
U.S.C. 6901 et seq, as amended, and regulations promulgated thereunder;
b. The Toxic Substances Control Act, 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seo, as amended,
and regulations promulgated thereunder;
c. The Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability
Acl of 1980, 42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq, as amended, and regulations promulgated thereunder;
d. Chapters 70.015 or 70.10SD RCW as amended, and regulations
promulgated thereunder; or
e. Any other federal or stale law or regulation governing the treatment,
storage, handling, or disposal of solid waste or h,7~rdous or dangerous waste, materials,
or substances.
1.3 "Unacceptable waste" means:
a. Waste that may not be disposed at the Port Angeles Landfill under any
applicable state, federal or local law, regulation, rule, code, permit or permit
condition; or
b. Hazardous waste; or
c. MSW ash; or
d. Any other waste expressly excluded from acceptable waste.
2. Term of Contract.
The term of this contract shall commence on August 14, 1998 and shall continue until
March 15, 1999 or until such additional lime as the parties may agree by a written amendment
extending this contract for an additional period based on mutually acceptable terms and
conditions.
3. Consideration.
County shall pay City the sum 0£$31.50 for each ton of acceptable waste delivered to the
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Port Angeles Landfill at the area designated by the City pursuant to this contract.
4. Paymgnt Procedure.
The City shall bill the County each month for the amount of services used by the County.
The County shall make payment in full to the City within thirty days of receipt of the invoice from
the City.
5. Weighin~ of Waste.
The City shall weigh the waste of the County using certified scales. Tare weights from the
City's scales will be acceptable in determining the net weight of solid waste delivered to the
Landfill. The net weight from the City's scale tickets shall be the basis for billing under this
comract. The City shall keep a copy of all tare weight slips on file for three months. The tare
slips shall be made available to the County for audit upon request. Tare slips shall be signed by
the truck driver upon leaving the City's landfill.
6. Operating, Ho~r$.
The City shall accept solid waste from the County at the Port Angeles Landfill during the
regular business hours as specified from time to time by the City,
7. Indemnification/hold harmless.
The County agrees to indemnify and hold the City, its officers, officials, employees and
volunteers harmless from any and all claims, injuries, damages, losses, and costs, including, but
not limited to, attorney's fees and litigation costs, arising out of or in connection with the
performance of this agreement, except for injuries and damages caused by the sole negligence of
the City.
Should a court of competent jurisdiction determine that this agreement is subject to RGW
4.24.115, then, in the event of liability for damages..arising out of bodily injury to persons or
damages to property caused by or resulting from the concurrent negligence of the County and the
City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers, the County's liability hereunder shall be
only to the extent of the County's negligence. It is further specifically and expressly understood
that the indemnification provided herein constitutes the County's waiver ofimmunity under
Industrial Insurance, Title 51 RCW, solely for the purposes of this indemnification. This waiver
has been mutually negotiated by the parties. The provisions of this section shall survive the
expiration or termination of this contract.
The City agrees to indemnify and hold the County, its officers, agents and employees
harmless from all suits, claims or liability of any nature including but not limited to, attorney's
fees, costs, and expenses, for or on account of injuries or damages sustained by any persons or
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property resulting from the acts or omissions of the City, its agents or employees in connection
with the administration and implementation of this agreement.
8. Venue.
Th~ venue of any state court litigation brought under this agreement shall be Clallam
County Superior Court.
Neither party may assign, transfer or othea'wis¢ vest another company, (rarity or person any
of its rights or obligations under this contract without the prior written consent of the other party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Contract as of the day
and year first written above.
JEFFERSON COUNTY CITY (City of Port Angeles)
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
GLEN~ HUNTINGF~,-~HAIRIVLS, N eARyL~RAU~, IvIAYOR
(~(~.~.~T: ATTEST:
o.EP or BOARD CiTY CLL W
, ~~.~.D AS TO FORM APPROVED AS TO FORM
DE~P~T¥ PROSECUTING ATTORNEY CI Y
Klara Fabry, P.E. /
Public Works Director/Courtly Engineer
ORDINANCE NO. 2997
AN ORDINANCE of the City &Port Angeles, Washington, establishing a
new sanita~ landfill rate classification for disposal of solid waste from
other governmentally owned solid waste utilities and mending
Ordinance 2317 as amended and Chapter 13.56 of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ANGELES DOES HEREBY
ORDAIN as follows:
~. Ordinance 2317, as amended, and Chapter 13.56 of the Port Angeles
Municipal Code are hereby amended by adding a new Section 13.56.043 to read as follows:
13.56.043 Governmental Solid Waste Utilits' Rate. Landfill disposal by other
governmentally owned solid waste utilities shall be at the rate established by interlocal agreement
between the City and such other governmentally owned solid waste utility.
Section 2 - Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect five days after the date of
publication.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Port Angeles at a regular meeting of said
Council held on the 4th.dayof August ,1998.
ATTEST:
APPROX/~D AS TO FORM:
C~aig D. K~tson, City Attorney
PUBLISHED: Au,~u$~ 9~ ~9~B By Summary
pOR?ANGELES
W A $ H [ N G T O N, U.S.A.
CITY COUNCIL MEMO
DATE: March 15, 1999
To: UTILITY ADVISORY COMMIi'iEE
FROM: Jack Pittis, Director of Public Works and Utilities
Stra~CT: Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Port Angeles for Wildlife Management
Issue: In order to continue the operation of the landfill, it is necessary to have a proactive program
for wildlife management in cooperation with the Port of Port Angeles and the airport. The interlocal
agreement will provide for the implementation of the Department of Agriculture's Wildlife
Assessment and Wildlife Management Plan to manage the wildlife in the vicinity of the airport and
landfill.
Recommendation: Recommend that the Utility Advisory Committee concur with the Wildlife
Management Plan and the Interiocal Agreement with the Port to implement the plan.
Summary: An inteflocal agreement with the Port of Port Angeles is necessary to implement the
Wildlife Management Plan developed by USDA for the management of wildlife in the vicinity of the
landfill and airport. The agreement establishes the respective responsibilities of each party to carry
out the plan.
Background / Analysis: The permit to continue to operate the Port Angeles Landfill as a municipal
solid waste disposal site was issued after the City demonstrated that the continued operation of the
landfill in the vicinity of the airport would not present an aircraft/bird hazard. The Wildlife
Management Plan attached (did not include the appendix, as it is quite large) describes the
relationships and responsibilities for maintaining a well managed environment.
The plan has been reviewed by the Port Airport Manager and City StalE. The Wildlife Management
Plan is intended to be a staffadministered document capable of being easily modified as conditions
change. After the Utility Advisory Committee has reviewed the plan, it will be sent to FAA for their
review. If the UAC concurs with the Interlocal Agreement, the agreement will be forwarded to the
City Council for consideration after FAA's review.
Attach: Interlocal Agreement
Wildlife Managment Plan
N:XPWKS~SWASTE~LANDF1LL~FAA\WL_PLAN~UAC315.WPD
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
AIRPORT/LANDFILL WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT PLAN
This agreement is executed by and between the City of Port Angeles ("City") and the Port of Port
Angeles ("Port") (hereinafter jointly referred to as "the parties") for the development and
implementation of a Wildlife Hazard Management Plan for the vicinity of the Port Angeles Landfill
and William Fairchild International Airport. The parties make and enter into this Interlocal
Agreement ("Agreement") effective the day of ,19 , for the
purposes and under the terms contained herein.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the City of Port Angeles ("City") operates the Port Angeles Landfill ("landfill"),
pursuant to RCW 35.21.152 and RCW 35.92.020, as a site for municipal solid waste, and intends
to continue operating the landfill until the current excavated cell [cell #3] is closed sometime
around the year 2006, and has been requested by Clallam County to establish a Wildlife Hazard
Management Plan pursuant to WAC 173-351-200, and
WHEREAS, the Port of Port Angeles ("Port") operates the William Fairchild International Airport
("airport"), pursuant to RCW 53.08.020, and has been requested by the Federal Aviation
Authority to establish a Wildlife Hazard Management Plan pursuant to 14 CFR Part 139.
WHERe_AS, the parties recognize the need to jointly manage the impacts of wildlife on the landfill
and ~i:port to provide for improved safety and efficiency; and
WHERF_AS, the United States Department of Agriculture ("USDA") conducted and prepared a
Wildlife Hazard Assessment of the landfill and airport, a copy of which is attached hereto as
Exhibit A, which recommends that the parties jointly develop and implement a Wildlife Hazard
Management Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Port are authorized, pursuant to RCW 39.34, to enter into interlocal
agreements to coordinate the exercise of their respective authorities over the airport and the
land;' ~.
AGREEMENT
NO¥.' THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein,
the parties hereby agree as follows:
1. JOINT BOARD: The parties hereby establish a joint board, as required by RCW
39.3,;.030(4), to implement this agreement. The board shall be known as the "Wildlife Hazard
M~ · ement Coordination Board" ("Board") and shall be composed of the City Manager and the
Pc;' :ecutive Director, or their respective designees. The Board shall meet as necessary and
sh~:i direct the activities of Wildlife Coordinator, which is designated in paragraph 2 below.
Deci:ions of the Board shall be by the consent of both members.
Interlocal Agreement
Airport / Landfill Wildlife Management Plan
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2. WILDLIFE COORDINATOR: The parties hereby appoint the Port's Airport Manager as
Wildlife Coordinator, who shall be responsible to see that the recommendations of the Wildlife
Hazard Assessment are implemented and that a Wildlife Hazard Management Plan is developed
by the parties as set forth In paragraph 3. Additional duties ara as follows:
A. Obtaining the appropriate wildlife control permits and supplies.
B. Maintaining a database of wildlife hazard management activities, as well as wildlife strike
information collected from pilot reports, mechanical inspections, and runway sweeps.
C. Making arrangements for the proper instruction of airport and landfill personnel who are
involved in the implementation of the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan.
D. Ensuring that airport personnel and pilots are familiar with the proper procedures for
reporting all types of wildlife strikes and making the FAA Form 5200-7 (bird Strike report
form, Appendix 7) readily available.
E. Establishing and providing staff assistance to a wildlife committee for dissemination of
wildlife hazard information and coordination of control activities as set forth in the Wildlife
Hazard Assessment.
3. WILDLIFE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN: The Port and the City agree to finance and
cooperate in the development of a Wildlife Hazard Management Plan. The Plan will be
developed by the United States Department of Agriculture, as set forth in the Wildlife Hazard
Assessment, pursuant to a Memorandum of Understanding or similar agreement between USDA,
the City and the Port.
4, NOTICE TO PILOTS: The Port agrees to work with the FAA to develop a detailed
description of hazards in the vicinity of the landfill and airport, which will be included in the Airport
Facility Directory (AFD) administered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA). In addition, the Port will develop and use a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) whenever it is
aware of a sudden increase in wildlife abundance to mitigate the hazard and will maintain the
NOTAM until the hazard can be mitigated through other mechanisms developed pursuant to this
agreement..
5. AVAILABILITY OF CONTROL SUPPLIES: Both the City and the Port shall equip their
respective vehicles that regularly use the landfill or the airport with pyrotechnic equipment,
shotguns, and/or other supplies so that personnel can quickly and easily haze birds they may
encounter while conducting other collateral duties.
6. AIRFIELD ZERO TOLERANCE POLICE TOWARD HAZARDOUS WILDLIFE: The Port shall
adopt a zero-tolerance policy on the airfield toward all wildlife that pose a hazard to aircraft,
including, but not limited to, waterfowl, gulls, starlings, crows, and ravens.
7. ANIMAL PARTS AND CARCASSES: The Port and the City shall inform persons using the
airport and the landfill that animal parts and carcasses can attract scavengers to the area and that
all animal parts and carcasses shall be removed from the airport and buried in the landfill.
8. COVER LANDFILL EACH DAY: The City shatl cover the waste received at the tandfi[I, at a
minimum, at the end of each day.
Interlocal Agreement
Airport / Landfill Wildlife Management Plan
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9. AIRPORT VEGETATION MANAGEMENT: The Port shall maintain the grass at the airfield
at a height of 7-12 inches along both runway 8/26 and 13/31 to discourage birds from loafing and
feeding on the runway. The Port shall also continue to remove scotch broom and black berry
plants from the airfield, particularly within 250 feet of the runway centerline.
10. LINCOLN PARK WATERFOWL: The City shall discourage the public from feeding the
waterfowl at the Lincoln Park ponds.
11. AMENDMENTS OR MODIFICATIONS: No amendment to this Agreement shall be effective
unless approved and executed by the parties in writing.
12. TERMINATION: This agreement shall terminate at midnight, December 31, 2006, unless
terminated earlier by mutual written agreement of both parties.
13. FILING: The City agrees to file this agreement with the County Auditor, pursuant to RCW
39.43.040, as soon as possible after it is executed by both parties.
Whereby, the parties have executed this Agreement in duplicate by the subjoined signatures of
their duly authorized officials.
CITY OF PORT ANGELES PORT OF PORT ANGELES
Patrick Ibarra, City Manager Chris Anderson, Executive Director
ATTEST:
Becky J. Upton, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Craig D. Knutson, City Attorney
PORT ANGELES
(WILLIAM R. FAIRCHILD)
INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT (CLM) and LANDFILL
WILDLIFE HAZARD
MANAGEMENT PLAN
March 3, 1999
Developed by:
City of Port of Port Angeles Port of Port Angeles
P.O. [lox 1150, 2t21 East 5th St. P.O. Box 12150
Port Angeles, WA 982162 Port Angeles, WA 982162
In Cooperation with:
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Wildlife Services
720 O'Leary St., NW
Olympia, WA 98502
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 -INTRODUCTION ................ 1.1 Test Plots ............................... 3.6
Overview .................................. 1.1 Mowing ................................ 3.6
Background ................................ 1.1 Streamside Vegetation ........................ 3.7
Problem Species ............................. 1.1 River Rock And Gravel ....................... 3.7
Purpose .................................... 1.1 Agriculture ................................. 3.7
Scope ...................................... 1.1 Landscaping ................................ 3.7
Evaluation of The Plan ........................ 1.2 FAA Advisory Circ. No. 150/5320-14 ........... 3.8
CFR 14 - Par~ 139.337 (Aviation Regulations) .... 1.2
Definitions ................................. 1.3 PART C. STRUCTURE MANAGEMENT ...... 3.8
Acronyms .................................. 1.3 Overview .................................. 3.8
Airfield Structures ........................... 3.8
CHAPTER 2 - AUTHORITY .................... 2.1 Abandoned Structures ........................ 3.8
Overview .................................. 2.1 Rodent Conlxol For Buildings .................. 3.9
Wildlife Coordinators ........................ 2.1 Starling Roost .............................. 3.9
Airport Manager ............................. 2.1
Director of Public Works ...................... 2.2 PART D. FOOD/PREY-BASE MANAGEMENT. 3.9
Landfill Operations .......................... 2.2 Overview .................................. 3.9
Unicom / FBO (Crash-fire & Rescue) ............ 2.3 Rodents And Rabbits ........................ 3.10
Airporl Maintanance ......................... 2.4 Earthworms ............................... 3.10
Wildlife Services ............................ 2.3 insects .................................... 3.10
Port Angeles Police Department ............... 2.4 Other Prey ................................ 3.10
Planning / Engineering (City & Port) ........... 2.4 Trash And Debris .......................... 3.10
Clallam Co. Dept. of Commal~ity Development .. 2.5 Handouts ................................. 3.10
Wildlife Hazard Group ....................... 2.5
WHMP Review ............................. 2.5 CHAPTER 4 - PERMITS AND REGULATIONS ... 4.1
FAA Advisory Circular No. 150/5200-32 ....... 2.5 Overview ................................... 4.1
Washington Regulations ........................ 4.1
CHAPTER 3 - HABITAT MANAGEMENT ....... 3.1 Federal Regulations ............................ 4.1
Overview .................................. 3.1 Wildlife Categories ............................ 4.1
Atlractams .................................. 3.1 Table 1 - Required Wildlife P~,~nnits .............. 4.2
General Zone ............................... 3.1 General Control Regulations ..................... 4.3
Critical Zone ................................ 3.1 Resident Nongame Birds ....................... 4.3
Edge Removal ............................... 3.1 Migratory Birds ............................... 4.3
Airport Building Projects ...................... 3.2 Migratory Bird Permit (CFR 50, Part 13) ........ 4.3
Non-airport Land-use Projects .................. 3.2 Depredation Permils (CFR 50 Part 21.41 ) ....... 4.4
WAC 173-351-130 (siting landf~s near airports) .. 3.2 Depredation Order for Blackbirds, Starlings and
Crows (CFR 21.43) ....................... 4.4
PART A. WATER MANAGEMENT ........... 3.3 Federal Migratory Bird Permit for CLM ......... 4.5
Overview .................................. 3.3 Feral Birds ................................... 4.5
Wetlands ................................... 3.4 Game Mammals ............................... 4.5
Canals And Ditches .......................... 3.4 Furbearers ................................... 4.5
Temporary Pools ............................ 3.4 Nongame Msmmals ........................... 4.5
Runways, Taxiways, & Aprons ................ 3.4 Reptiles And Amphibians ....................... 4.6
Sewage Trealment Pond ...................... 3.4 Protected Wildlife ............................. 4.6
Wire Grid installation ........................ 3.5 General Regulations ........................... 4.6
Eagle Permits .............................. 4.6
PART B. VEGETATION MANAGEMENT ..... 3.5 CFR 50 Part 22.23 (Eagle Permits) .............. 4.6
Overview .................................. 3.5 Habitat Conservation .......................... 4.7
Grass Management .......................... 3.6 Wetlands Mitigation ........................... 4.7
Grass Type ............................. 3.6 Endangered Species List ....................... 4.8
Grass Height ............................ 3.6 Table 2 - Threatened and Endangered Species
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(State and Federal) .................... 4.8 CIL4.PTER 9 - AGENCY IHRECTORY ........... 9.1
Pesticide Applicator Licanse .................... 4.12
CHAPTER 5 - RESOURCES .................... 5.1
Overview .................................... 5.1 APPENDIX A - WILDLIFE HAZARD ASSESSMENT
Airport Supplies .............................. 5.1 Table of Contants ............................... i
Wildlife Patrol ................................ 5.1 Introduction .................................... 1
Pesticides .................................... 5.1 Objectives ..................................... 2
USDA-WS Assistance ......................... 5.2 Background .................................... 3
Supply Companies ............................ 5.2 Legal Stalns .................................... 7
Methods ...................................... 12
CtlAPTER 6 -WILDLIFE CONTROL Results ....................................... 14
PROCEDURES .................. 6.1 Conclusions and Discussion ...................... 25
Overview ................................... 6.1 Recommendations .............................. 27
Bird Control .................................. 6.1 Literature Cited ................................ 35
Mammal Control .............................. 6.1
Wildlife Patrol ................................ 6.1 APPENDIXB- FAA Form 5200-7 (Bird Strike Incident
Wildlife Control ............................... 6.2 Report)
USDA-WS Assistance ......................... 6.2
County Animal Control Assistance ............... 6.3 APPENDIX C- Daffy Wildlife Activity Report
PART A - AUDITORY FRIGHTENIiNG APPENDIXD -PERMIT APPLICATIONS/FORMS
TECHNIQUES .............................. 6.3 FORM 3-200 - USFWS P~-mit Application (2 pages)
Overview ................................... 6.3 Migratory Bird Damage Project Report Form (1 page)
Pyrotechnics ................................. 6.3
Binacoustics .................................. 6.5
Propane Exploders ............................ 6.6 APPENDIX E - CURRENT PERM]TS
Bird Reactions ................................ 6.7 USFWS Depredation Pemait For William R. Fairchild
Intl. Airporl and City of Port Angeles Landfill (2
PART B - VISUAL FRIGHTENING DEVICES .. 6.7 pages)
Scarecrows ................................... 6.7 · Clallam County Environmental Health Div. Solid Waste
Balloons, Hawk Kites & Model Planes ............ 6.8 Handling Facility Permit for landfill ( 10 pages)
Mylar Tape ................................... 6.8
Lights ....................................... 6.8 APPENDix F- Advisory Circular No. 150/5200-33 -
Hazardous Wildlife Attractants on or near Airports (12
PART C - POPULATION REDUCTION pages)
METHODS .................................. 6.8
Shooting ................................... 6.9 APPENDIX (~ - certalect No. 98-05 - Grasses attractive
Trapping .................................. 6.11 to Hazardous Wildlife (1 page)
Pesticides ................................. 6.11
APPENDIX H - Certalert No. 97-09 - Wildlife hazard
CHAPTER 7 - TRAUNENG ...................... 7.1
Standard Training ............................. 7.1 Management Plan Outline (6 pages)
USDA-WS Inslructors ......................... 7.1
CLM Personnel Certified ....................... 7.1 APPENDIX I - Advisory Cir~ulax No. 150/5320-14 -
airport Landscaping for Noise Control Purposes (16
CHAPTER 8 - EVALUATION ................... 8.1 pages)
Overview ................................... 8.1
Meetings ..................................... 8.1 APPENDIX J-MAPS
Wildlife Strike Database ...................... 8.1 Aerial Photo of Airport and Landfill
Airport Expansion/Construction ................ 8.1
FAA Involvement ........................... 8.1 APPENDIX K- WILDLIFE DISEASES
Projected Timetable .......................... 8.1
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Introduction .................................... 1
General Precautions .............................. 1
Directly Transmitted Diseases ..................... 2
Rabies ....................................... 2
Hantavirus ................................... 4
Q Fever ...................................... 4
Mosquito-borne Encephalitis .................... 5
Tick-borne Diseases ............................. 5
Colorado Tick Fever ........................... 5
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever .................. 5
Lyme Disease ................................. 6
Tularemia .................................... 6
Relapsing Fever ............................... 7
Other Tick-borne ............................. 7
Personal Protection ............................ 7
Flea-borne Disenes .............................. 8
Plague ....................................... 8
Murine Typhus Fever .......................... 8
Commensal Rodem-bome Disease .................. 8
Rat-bite Fever ................................ 8
Leptospirosis (Well's Disease) ................... 8
Salmonellosis ................................. 9
Bird-borne Diseases ............................. 9
Histoplasmosis ............................... 9
Omithosis ................................... 10
Salmonellosis ................................ 10
Other Bird-borne Diseases ..................... 10
Conclusion .................................... 10
APPENDIX L - PESTICIDES (to be developed)
TABLES Page
Table 1. Wildlife Categories & Permits ........... 4.2
Table 2. Endangered & Threatened Species ....... 4.8
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The following Wildlife Hazard Managemem Plan for William R. Fairchild (Port Angeles)
International Airport and Port Angeles Landfill has been reviewed and accepted. It will be
become effective March 1, 1999 with the following signamras:
Port of Port Angeles, Airport Manager, Phil Volk Date
City of Port Angeles, Director of Public Works, Jack Pitis Date
FAA Airport Certification, Lynn Deardorff Date
USDA-APHIS-WS Wildlife Biologist, Michael Linnell Date
PORT ANGELES AIRPORT AND LANDFILL - WILDLIFE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN
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PREFACE
The following Wildlife Hazard Management Plan Manual was written to fulfill the requirements
of CFR 14 part 139.337(e) for Port Angeles (William R. Fairchild) International Airport. This
manual is intended specifically for their use to reduce wildlife hazards. The contents can help
other airports in the process of understanding wildlife hazards, but specific information
regarding individual airport wildlife hazards should be sought through a local USDA-APHIS
Wildlife Services State Office or FAA Regional Representative.
PORT ANGELES AIRPORT AND LANDFILL - WILDLIFE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN
CHAPTER 1 1.1
1 - INTRODUCTION
OVERVIEW Wildlife hazard management plans (WHMP) address the
responsibilities, policies, and procedures necessary to reduce wildlife
hazards at airports. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
recognizes the potential hazards wildlife pose and requires airports that
incur bird-aircraft strikes to implement a WHMP according to CFR. 14 -
Part 139.337 (see pg. 1~2).
BACKGROUND Wildlife creates a variety of problems at airports that can compromise safe
aircraft operations. The most significant are the thousands of collisions
that occur annually between wildlife and aircraft. Wildlife strikes result in
millions of dollars in direct and indirect damages. Fortunately, wildlife
strikes usually do not result in a catastrophic accidents involving the loss of
human lives, but the potential is real nonetheless and has occurred a
number of times in the past. Wildlife has other adverse impacts at airports
such as rodents chewing on electric cables powering runway lights, birds
nesting in hangars and aircraft, and roosting birds damaging equipment
with their corrosive droppings and vectoring transmissible airborne
diseases.
PROBLEM The species generally considered the greatest threat to aviation are birds
SPECIES with flocking tendencies or of relatively large size, such as gulls,
waterfowl, blackbirds, and raptors. At the Port Angeles (William R.
Fairchild) International Airport, hereafter referred to by the FAA identifier
code CLM, gulls are of greatest concern because of the close proximity of
the city landfill relative to the airport. Large mammals such as deer, bear,
and coyotes present an extreme hazard to aircraft safety, and have all been
observed on the airfield at CLM, although they are not as common as
birds. Juvenile animals and migratory species also pose higher risks for
aviation because of their general unfamiliarity with the airport
environment.
PURPOSE Enhancing safe air carrier operations is a primary objective of the Port of
Port Angeles. This entails all aspects from arrival to departure of aircraft
in the vicinity of CLM airport, and includes wildlife hazards on and around
the airport. The City and Port will implement and maintain a WHlV[P for
the airport according to CFR 14 - Part 139.337(e).
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SCOPE This WHMP addresses the wildlife hazards at CLM airport, Port Angeles
Landfill, and surrounding areas with recommended actions for reducing
such hazards. The contents of this document are intended to compliment
the Wildlife Hazard Assessment (Appendix A) completed in 1998 by the
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service, Wildlife Services (WS) under a cooperative agreement with the
City of Port Angeles. The Wildlife Hazard Assessment fulfilled the
requirements of subsectiofis (a) and (b) of 14 CFR 139.337, whereas this
plan fulfills requirements listed under subsection (e) of the same regulation.
EVALUATION Wildlife hazards at CLM will be monitored regularly as part of the ongoing
OF THE PLAN wildlife control program and the WHMP will be reviewed at least annually
and updated as necessary (see Chapter 8).
CFR 14 - CODES OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS - AVIATION
PART 139.337 Wildlife hazard management.
(a) Each certificate holder (holder of the airport operating certificate) shall provide for the
conduct of an ecological study, acceptable to the Administrator (FA/t), when any of the
following events occur on or near the akport:
(1) An ah' carrier aircraft experiences a multiple bird sWike or engine ingestion.
(2) An ak carder airaraft experiences a damaging collision with wildlife other than
birds.
O) Wildlife of a size or in numbers capable of cansing an event described in
paragraph (a)(l) or (2) of this section is observed to have access to any airport flight
pattern or movement area.
(b) The study required in paragraph (a) of this section shall contain at least the following:
(1) Analysis of the events which prompted the study.
(2) Identification of the species, numbers, locations, local movements, and daily and
seasonal occurrences of wildlife observed.
O) Identification and location of features on and near the airport that attract wildlife.
(4) Description of the wildlife hazard to air carrier operations.
(e) The study required by paragraph (a) of this section shall be submilled to the
Administrator, who determines whether or not there is a need for a wildlife hazard
management plan. In reaching this determination, the Administrator considers-
(l) The ecological study;
(2) ~he aeronautical activity at the airport;
(3) The views of the certificate holder;
(4) The views of the airport users; and
(5) Any other factors bearing on the matter of which he Administrator is aware.
(d) When the Administrator determines that a wildlife hazard management plan is needed,
the certificate holder shall formulate and implement a plan using the ecological study as a
basis. The plan shall-
(l) Be submitted to, and approved by, the Administrator prior to implementation; and
(2) Provide measures to alleviate or eliminate wildlife hazards to ak carrier operations.
(e) The plan shall include at least the following:
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(1) The persons who have the authority and responsibility for implementing the plan.
(2) Priorities for needed habitat modification and changes in land use identified in the
ecological study, with target dates for completion.
(3) Requirements for and, where applicable, copies of local, state, and Federal wildlife
control permits.
(4) Identification of resources to be provided by the certificate holder for
implementation of the plan.
(5) Procedures to be followed during air carder operations, including at least-
(I) Assignment of personnel responsibilities for implementing the procedures;
(ii) Conduct of physical inspections of the movement area and other areas critical
to wildlife hazard management sufficiently in advance of air carrier operations to
allow time for wildlife controls to be effective;
(iii) Wildlife control measures; and
(iv) Comm~mication between the wildlife control personnel and any air traffic
control tower in operation at the airporl.
(6) Periodic evaluation and review of the wildlife hazard management plan for-
(I) Effectiveness in dealing with the wildlife hazard; end
(ii) Indications that the existence of the wildlife hazard, as previously described in
the ecological study, should be reevaluated.
(?) A training program to provide airport personnel with the knowledge and skills
needed to carry out the wildlife hazard management plan required by (d) of this
section.
(0 Notwithstanding the other requirements of this section, each certificate holder shall take
immediate measures to alleviate wildlife hazards whenever they are detected.
(g) FAA Advisory Circulars in the 150 series contain standards and procedures for wildlife
hazard management at airports which are acceptable to the Admlni~trator.
DEFINITIONS * Airport Manager - Port of Port Angeles Director of Airports.
· Wildlife strike - an incident that involves an airplane colliding with an animal
· Critical Zone - the area within a 2-mile radius of a runway centerlinc
· Edge - an area where two habitat types adjoin, often highly atlractive to wildlife
· Feral Animal - domestic animal reverted to living in the wild, also will include strays
· General Zone - the area within a 5-mile radius of a runway centerline
· Habitat - the environment where an animal lives
· Migratory Birds - bird species wherein at least part of their population migrates
between breeding and wintering grounds
· Unicom - Non-government communication facility which may provide airport
information at certain airports.
· Wildlife Coordinator - the person(s) responsible for overseeing review and
implementation of the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan. Currently the Director of
Public Works (City of Port Angeles) and Airport Manager (Port of Po~ Angeles).
· Wildlife Hazard Working Group (WHWG) - a committee formed to monitor and
implement the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan
· Wildlife Hazard Management Plan (WHMP)- a document that gives guidance to
airport personnel on how to reduce wildlife hazards to aircraft
· Wildlife Patrol - airport personnel trained and equipped to respond to wildlife
hazards on the airfield
ACRONYMS
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· AGL - Above Ground Level
· AC - FAA Advisory Circular (guidelines established by the FAA)
· ATISS - Air Traffic Information Satellite System
· AOA - Air Operations Area
· BASH - Bird-Aircraft Strike Hazard Teem
· CFR - Codes of Federal Regulations
· CLM - Port Angeles (William R. Fairchild) International Airport
· EPA - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
· FAA - U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration
· FBO - Fixed Base Operator
· FOD - Foreign Object Debris/damage
· MSWLF - Municipal Solid Waste Landfill
· NOTAM - Notice to Airmen
· SEA-ADO - FAA, Seattle Airports District Office
· SII}A - Security Identification Display Area
· USFWS - U.S. Department of Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service
· WAC/RC%V ~ Washington Administrative Code/Revised Code of Washington
· WDFW - Washington Deparanent of Fish end Wildlife
· WHA - Wildlife Hazard Assessment
· WHWG - Wildlife Hazard Working Group
· WHMP - Wildlife Hazard Management Plan
· WS - U. S. Deparmaent of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service,
Wildlife Services program - Washington
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2 - AUTHORITY
OVERVIEW The Port of Port Angeles Airport Manager and City of Port Angeles
Director of Public Works co-share the authority and responsibility of
designating a Wildlife Coordinator to implement the WHMP. Each
Department and associated agencies have responsibilities outlined in the
WHMP and must incorporate them into their programs. Clear
communication among airport and landfill personnel is essential for the
WHMP to succeed. Personnel working at both the landfill and airport will
communicate resource needs, recommendations, and progress to the
designated Wildlife Coordinator. The Airport Manager and Director of
Public Works will ensure that the WHMP and amendments adhere to
Federal, State and local laws and regulations. The Airport Manager will
ensure that the WHMP is approved by the FAA.
WILDLIFE Because of the somewhat unique relationship of wildlife hazards at the
COORDINATORS airport and adjacent landfill, the responsibility of Wildlife Coordinator at
Port Angeles will be co-shared by the city's Director of Public Works and
the Port's Airport Manager. Individual roles are outlined as follows:
AIRPORT * Establish a Wildlife Hazard Working Group (WHWG) for CLM.
MANAGER
· Supervise, coordinate, and monitor wildlife control activities as
outlined in the WHMP.
· Update the WHMP as necessary.
· Disseminate information and assignments through the WHWG
· Coordinate efforts among the landfill and airport.
· Properly train and badge wildlife control personnel in accordance with
FAA regulations (e.g., SIDA). This includes radio communications,
driving on the AOA, and safe use of firearms and pyrotechnics.
· If necessary, close down runways to remedy wildlife hazards.
· Issue NOTAMs of bird hazards on ATIS.
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· Provide public relations support for wildlife control activities as
necessary.
· Monitor facilities and tenant concerns for wildlife problems.
· Keep a log of all wildlife strikes and control actions and forward
reports to FAA as necessary.
· Make wildlife strike report forms, FAA 5200-7 (Appendix B), readily
available to airfield operations, Unicom, and pilots, and encourage
them to be submitted.
· Review with a wildlife damage biologist all plans involving changes
in land use or new airport structures/facilities to avoid inadvertently
attracting wildlife to the area.
DIRECTOR OF · Establish a WHWG for the airport and landfill.
PUBLIC WORKS
· Supervise, coordinate, and monitor wildlife control activities as
outlined in the WHMP.
· Update the WI-IMP as necessary.
· Disseminate information and assignments through the WHWG.
· Coordinate efforts among the landfill and airport.
· Staff or contract the services of a wildlife biologist to work with the
Wildlife Coordinator and oversee wildlife control activities.
· Purchase and stock the necessary supplies to conduct wildlife control
(Chapter 5).
· Obtain the appropriate permits for wildlife control (see Appendix E).
· Review with a wildlife damage biologist all plans involving changes
in land use or new structures/facilities affiliated with the landfill to
avoid inadvertently attracting wildlife to the area.
LANDFILL · Note wildlife hazards/problems associated with the landfill and
OPERATIONS discuss them with the Wildlife Coordinator.
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· Conduct hazing operations during periods when the designated
wildlife patrol is off duty or at another location such as the airfield
(this will involve coordination with the patrol unit).
· Move and maintain wiring grid over open cell at landfill as necessary.
WILDLIFE · Maintain communications between landfill and airport operations
SERVICES personnel regarding wildlife activities.
· Conduct an operational hazing and control program on the airfield and
landfill, and maintain a detailed record of every action.
· Conduct routine runway sweeps for dead birds and hazardous wildlife
at least 3 times per day and record all findings.
· Inform and advise Wildlife Coordinator of wildlife management
activities, habitat modification needs, and imminent wildlife hazards
that require the issuance of a NOTAM or runway closure.
· Train airport and landfill personnel in the safe handling and proper
use of wildlife dispersal methods and equipment.
· Coordinate Wildlife control activities with State and Federal wildlife
agencies and municipal law enforcement.
PORT · Inspect runways for wildlife activity and strikes at least twice daily
AIRFIELD and maintain a record of the action, even if no wildlife was present.
PERSONNEL
· Haze wildlife from runways when appropriate (Chapter 6).
· Record all wildlife activity or animals dispersed or shot on the "Daily
Wildlife Activity Log" (Appendix C), and report to the Wildlife
Coordinator at the end of the month.
· Log all known wildlife strikes on form FAA 5200-7 (Appendix B)
and forward them to the Wildlife Coordinator and/or biologist.
· Warn pilots of wildlife hazards through airport advisories.
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· Assist with habitat modifications addressed in the Wildlife Hazard
Assessment and WHMP such as vegetation maintenance along
ditches, brush removal, and tree pruning (Chapter 3).
· Remove abandoned structures and equipment (Chapter 3).
· Mow grass to the recommended heights (Chapter 3).
· Install and maintain wire grids over ponds, ditches, and other water
areas (Chapter 3) as determined necessary by the Wildlife
Coordinator.
· Maintain fenceline to exclude large mammals such as deer, bear, and
coyotes.
· Ensure refuse does not accumulate in fields and ditches on the airport.
· Maintain ditches to ensure that water flows to avoid pooling.
· Minimize pooling formed by rain on tarmac and infield areas.
· Coordinate landscape changes beforehand with the Wildlife
Coordinator and/or biologist to ensure wildlife habitat is minimized.
· Assist as necessary with wildlife control activities involving field
rodents, rabbits, and bird abatement, and other programs.
· Inform Wildlife Coordinator of rodents and other wildlife found in
and around buildings.
· Rodent-proof buildings, dumpsters, and other refuse containers.
· Pick up refuse around eating areas quickly.
CITY AND * Review designs of new structures/facilities with a wildlife damage
PORT biologist during the planning stages for input on designs that are
PLANNING/ unattractive to wildlife.
ENGINEERING
· Involve a wildlife damage biologist with land use planning and
mitigation efforts.
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DEPT. OF * Provide general oversight of wildlife hazards related to the landfill.
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
WILDLIFE The WHWG will be represented by:
HAZARD
WORKING * Airport Facilities Phil Volk - Port of Port Angeles
GROUP
· Planning and Engineering Jack Pitis - City of Port Angeles
· Landfill Operations Steve Evans - City of Port Angeles
· Unicom/FBO (Crash/fire) Jeff Well - Rite Bros. Aviation
* Wildlife Services Mike Linnell / Hans Hayden - W$
· Airfield Maintenance Jeff Williams
WHMP WHWG is responsible for reviewing the WHMP as it relates to each
REVIEW member's respective departmental duties on a quarterly basis and to report
activities, status, and recommendations to the Wildlife Coordinator, who
will in-mm review and grant approval if satisfied with the progress of the
WI-I/VIP.
FAA ADVISORY Subject: Announcement of availability - Bird Strike Incident/Ingestion Report.
CIRCULAR NO. 2/14/90 (A copy of the form is contained in Appendix B and can also be downloaded or
150/5200-32 submined via the intelmet at: http'.v',4tm, w.faa, gov/~Mbirdstril~.
1. PURPOSE. This advisory circular (AC) explains the nature of the revision of
FAA Form 5200-7, Bird Strike Incident/Ingestion Report, and how it can be obtained.
2. FOCUS.
a, A new computerized data base documenting bird strikes became operational in
mid-October 1989. This will provide much needed access to information
regarding wildlife hazards to aircraft. It can be very difficult to predict bird strikes
due to the random nature of their occurrence. With the new computerized data
base, the ability to view previous wildlife related incidences by area, time of year,
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altitude, and bird species opens a "window" into past events in order to predict the
possibility of the occurrence of a future incident.
b. In order to load the new data base more expeditiously and retain conlpatibility
with the existing record-keeping system at the International Civil Aviation
Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Canada, a revised Bird Strike
Incident/Ingestion Report is being issued. The updated report supersedes the
previous edition dated August 1980.
3. HOW TO ORDER Copies of FAA Form 5200-7 may be obtained from the
Airports Dis~ct Offices (ADO's), Flight Standard Offices (FSDO's), Air Carrier
District Offices (ACDO's), and Flight Service Stations (FSS).
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3 - HABITAT MANAGEMENT
OVERVIEW Habitat management is the most effective long term remedial measure for
reducing wildlife hazards on, or near, airports. Habitat management
includes the physical removal, exclusion, or manipulation of areas that are
attractive to wildlife. The ultimate goal is to make the environment fairly
uniform and unattractive to the species considered the greatest hazard to
aviation. Habitat modifications will be monitored carefully to ensure that
they reduce wildlife hazards and do not create new problems.
A'I'IRACrANTS Wildlife is attracted to airports because of the availability of one or more
of their basic needs - water, food, and cover. Water sources can be lakes,
streams, ditches, and temporary pools formed from rains, sprinkler
systems, and outdoor water fountains. Food sources might be rodents,
insects, earthworms, other invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, seeds, fruits,
mast, refuse, and handouts. Wildlife will find cover in trees, weedy fields,
crops, tall grass, streamside vegetation, burrows, buildings, and structures
like culverts and abandoned machinery. Reduction of these will
inherently reduce the species of wildlife and their populations that use an
area.
GENERAL The General Zone for an airport is the area within a five-mile radius of
ZONE the runway centerline. Wildlife attractants in this area are considered to
have an impact on air traffic, particularly those that lie within the approach
and departure patterns. The long-range goal for this plan is to actively
reduce attractive wildlife habitat on property under the control of the City
and Port of Port Angeles, while working cooperatively with adjacent
property owners to discourage land-use practices that might increase
wildlife hazards.
CRITICAL The area within a 10,000-foot radius of the runway centerline is delineated
ZONE as the Critical Zone. Control efforts will be concentrated primarily within
this area because approximately 75% of all civil bird-aircraft strikes occur
within 10,000 feet of the airfield from which they depart or land, because
aircraft are typically under 500 feet AGL).
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EDGE Edge or ecotone zones, the place where different habitats meet, are often
REMOVAL most attractive to wildlife because their biological needs can be met in a
relatively small space. Much of the "edge" has been pushed back from the
runway by CLM maintenance, and this separation will be maintained to
help reduce wildlife hazards to aircraft.
AIRPORT The Wildlife Coordinator or Biologist will participate in the initial phases
BUILDING of all landfill and airport building projects to avoid an increase in wildlife
PROJECTS hazards resulting from the architectural or landscape changes. Every effort
will be made to minimize or eliminate designs that may attract wildlife.
NON-AIRPORT Whenever possible, the Airport Manager or Biologist will actively
LAND-USE participate in land-use decisions and landscape changes that may
PROJECTS inadvertently result in wildlife hazards to aircraft, provided they have the
authority to do so. The Seattle Airports District Office (SEA-ADO) and
the Safety and Standards Branch of the FAA Northwest Mountain Region
will provide technical guidance to airport operators in addressing land use
compatibility issues. Proposed projects that will likely increase bird
numbers within flight zones will be discouraged when the authority to do
so is available. Incompatible land uses are described in FAA Advisory
Circular No. 150/5200-33 (Appendix F), and include putrescible waste
landfills (and in some instances, transfer stations and other solid waste
disposal facilities - see also WAC 173-351-130 below); water reservoirs,
sewage ponds, parks with artificial ponds, and sludge disposal sites; feed
lots and slaughter houses; and wildlife refuges, sanctuaries, and production
areas. These types of land-use changes will be monitored by working with
the local planning authorities.
Washington Location Restrictions of Municipal Solid Waste Landfills.
Administrative
Code (1) Applicability.
(WAC) 173-351-130 (a) On and after the effective date of this chapter, all MSWLF units shall meet the
locational restrictions of this section unless otherwise specified.
(b) Existing MSWLF units that cannot make the demonstration specified in subsection
(2)(a) of this section, pertaining to airports, subsection (3)(a) of this section,
pertaining to floodplains, subsection (7)(a) of this section, pertaining to unstable
areas, must close by October 9, 1996, and conduct post--closure in accordance
with WAC 173-351-500, Closure and post-closure care.
(c) The deadline for closure required by (b) of this subsection may be extended up to
two years if the owner or operator demonstrates to the jurisdictional health
deparlment during the permilting process of WAC 173-351-700 that:
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(i) There is no available alternative disposal capacity; and
(ii) There is no immediate threat to human health and the enviroument.
Note: Owners or operators of MSWLFs should be aware that the state
department of health has adopted a state wellhead protection program ia
accordance with section 1428 of the Safe Drinking Water Act. Owners and
operators should also be aware of locational restrictions which may exist
through the process of designating and implementing Ground Water
Management Areas, under chapter 173-100 WAC, and through the Special
Protection Areas of chapter 173-200 WAC.
(2) Airport safety.
(a) Owners or operators of new MSWLF units, existing MSWLF units, and/or lateral
expansions that are located witlfin ten thousand feet (three thousand forty-eight
meters) of any airport runway end used by lurbojet aircraft or within five thousand
feet (one thousand twenty-four meters) of any airport runway end used by only
piston-type aircraft must demonstrate that the units are designed and operated so
that the MSWLF unit does not pose a bird hazard to aircraft.
(b) Owners or operators proposing to site new MSWLF units and/or lateral expansions
within a five-mile (eight kilometer) radius of any airport nmway end used by
turbojet or piston-type aircraft must notify, the effected airport and the Federal
Aviation Adminis~'ation (FAA).
(c) The owner or operator must place the demonstration required by (a) of this
subsection in the application for a permit under WAC 173-351-700 and be issued
a solid waste permit by the jurisdictional health department.
(d) For purposes of this subsection:
(i) "Airport" means public-use airport open to the public without prior permission
and without restrictions within the physical capacities of available facilities.
(ii) "Bird hazard" means an increase in the likelihood of bird/aircraft collisions that
may cause damage to the aircraft or injmy to its occupants.
PART A WATER MANAGEMENT
OVERVIEW CLM has several ponds and wetlands on and around airport property. The
Straits of San Juan de Fuca run parallel to the north side of the airfield and
attracts large numbers of wildlife, particularly gulls and diving ducks.
Little can be done to reduce the hazards associated with the channel
because of logistical constraints. Small wetlands can be found throughout
the airfield that attract a moderate number of birds and mammals
throughout the year, especially during winter when migratory waterfowl
pass through the area. Drainage ditches are interspersed throughout the
airfield and surrounding areas within the critical area, and exhibit
intermittent water flow can be found throughout the critical zone
surrounding CLM, and rains create temporary pools in many places on
airport property that are used for drinking and bathing by a number of
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species. CLM will maintain the airport in a manner that promotes rapid
drainage following these storm events, including periodic ditch clearing
and grading of infield areas where necessary.
WETLANDS Several small streams and wetlands attractive to wildlife naturally occur on
or in the vicinity of the airport. Any future wetland mitigation resulting
from airport or landfill construction projects (none are currently planned)
will be implemented as far away from the airfield as possible and will
comply with criteria described in AC 150/5200-33 (Appendix F). The
wetland sites that currently present the greatest hazard to aviation safety
are the two ponds at Lincoln Park, the pond and marsh northwest of the
end of Runway 8 (Appendix J), and the marshy area southwest of the
Runway 13/31 where the main drainage flows off the airport property.
CANALS & Drainage ditches occur on the airport in several places. Consideration will
DITCHES be given to covering portions of these ditches that attract hazardous
wildlife using a wire grid system or other barrier (e.g., polyester netting).
Currently, however, only the main drainage ditch that parallels Runway
13/31 (near the tetrahedron) has a constant basal flow of water. The
vegetation will be maintained along the banks, and will be cut as steep as
possible to preclude ducks from nesting.
TEMPORARY Where pooling conditions are found, the land should be filled or graded
POOLS such that water consistently drains into ditches. Ditches should be
appropriately sloped so that water does not pool and will leave the airfield
in an appropriate amount of time. The U.S. Air Force BASH team
recommends a slope of 5:1.
RUNWAYS, Ensure the airport runways, taxiways, and aprons have enough camber so
TAXIWAYS & that water does not pool. Pools that persistently remain after rains will be
APRONS removed with squeegees or other method until the areas where water pools
can be corrected structurally.
SEWAGE Sewage treatment ponds can provide a strong attractant to a number of
TREATMENT wildlife species, and the FAA has determined that they are generally
PONDS incompatible with safe aircraft operations if sited within 10,000 feet of an
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airfield supporting turbine-powered aircraft. CLM, however, does not
have a sewage treatment facility within the separations specified in AC
150/5200-33.
WIRE GRID Wire grids are ideal for exclusion of a variety of species attracted to water
INSTALLATION such as geese, ducks, and gulls. Spacing depends greatly on species.
Herons, terns, and mergansers require close spacing (1-2 feet apart),
whereas most gulls and waterfowl are deterred by a spacing of 10-40 feet
strung 10 feet above the water. Place anchor posts at the desired spacing
(about 5-30 feet apart). Attach lines (28 gauge steel wire, polypropylene
material, or monofilament lines) to the posts with S-hooks. Several lines
can radiate out from a single post, forming what amounts to a web or 3-
dimensional grid. A hydraulic winch may be necessary to tighten the lines
sufficiently. When the grid has been installed, the area should be
monitored to determine the level of bird activity. Unfortunately, some
birds eventually learn how to maneuver through the lines if they are spaced
too far apart, or they may enter through the sides if they are not fenced.
The persistence of the wildlife is generally a function of the resource value,
with birds being more apt to penetrate a wire grid at the landfill than grids
over ditches because of the landfill's concentrated food resource. Hence,
some sites may require a closer grid spacing, or even netting, and will be
supplemented by the use of additional hazing methods such as pyrotechnics
(see also Chapter 6). Even with a system of wire grids or nets, birds will
still investigate the site, and therefore, present a hazard to aviation. The
ultimate solution is to have water flow within an underground structure
such as a culvert or vault, but this requires a substantial investment of
money and effort, and no sites have been identified at CLM that currently
merit such an investment.
PART B VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
OVERVIEW CLM has a diversity of vegetation types, some being highly attractive to
wildlife. The most effective approach to reducing this attraction in the
critical zone is to remove all unnecessary trees, shrubs, weeds and plants,
and establish non-seeding or small-seeded grass, especially within 200 feet
of the runway. Of particular concern are blackberries (Rubus spp.) and
Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius).
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GRASS Other than paved areas, grass will be the primary cover inside the
MANAGEMENT perimeter security fence. FAA Certalert No. 98-05 (Appendix G) advises
that "airport operators should ensure that grass species and other varieties
of plants attractive to hazardous wildlife are not used on the airport". In
addition, grasses that produce large seeds and are known to be attractive to
wildlife will be avoided when planting new areas.
Grass Type The type of grass used within the perimeter fence and between the runways
should produce small or no seeds, but still able to generate new growth or
reseed itself to provide a thick, monotypic stand and prevent erosion. It
needs to withstand drought, flooding, and other normal climatic conditions,
and be somewhat unpalatable to grazers such as geese, widgeon, and deer.
Typically, grasses that are high in fiber and low in nitrogen are unattractive
to grazing species. Tall rescue (Festuca arundinacea), if allowed to grow
to a height of 8-14 inches, is unattractive to Canada geese because of a
fungus it harbors and it will generally preclude other more attractive
species. Bluejoint reedgrass (Calamagrostis canadensis), beach wildrye
(Elymus mollis), Nootka Lupine (Lupinus nootkatensis), and western
yarrow (Achillea millefolium) have also been found to be unattractive to
wildlife species typical of' CLM.
Grass Height Grass height throughout the airfield will be maintained at a height of 8-14
inches, except around runway and taxiway marker lights where it will be
cut to 3 inches for purposes of visibility.
Test Plots If a new variety of grass is chosen to replace existing grasses, only a
section of the airport, a test plot, will be planted to verify that it is not
attractive to wildlife and tolerates normal climatic conditions prior to
extensive use.
Mowing When possible, grass will be mowed during the middle of the day when
birds are the most inactive. Mowing is quite attractive to several species of
birds and mammals because it exposes food such as rodents, insects and
seeds. If cutting is being conducted during the day and birds are attracted
to activity, the mowing will stop until the birds have been successfully
hazed from the area. Mowing activities will be coordinated with the
dispersal wildlife team.
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STREAMSIDE Cattails, willows, weeds and other vegetation growing on the edge of a
VEGETATION stream or other wetland offers excellent wildlife habitat. The vegetation
that grows alongside ditches and streams in the AOA should be removed
and maintained at low levels so that habitat is not provided for waterfowl,
rabbits, herons, blackbirds, and others. Grass or rock (e.g., quarry spauls,
rip-rap) can be used to replace undesirable plants, slow erosion, and
conceal low basal flows ofwater~
RIVER ROCK River rock or gravel (larger than 2" in diameter) is an excellent ground
AND GRAVEL cover because it does not provide wildlife habitat as long as weeds are not
allowed to grow, debris is not allowed to build up, and the area is
monitored for burrows. It is more aesthetic than bare ground and can be
used in place of grass, especially around some of the landscaping such as
low-growing bushes and trees. Unfortunately, river rock and gravel are
expensive and may not be economical for use in large areas or appropriate
for locations immediately adjacent to runways due to compaction standards
set forth by the FAA.
AGRICULTURE Agriculture will not be permitted on properties owned by the airport within
the security fenced area. According to FAA regulations, agricultural
practices can only be conducted on airport property where they do not
conflict with air safety. There are no active lease agreements with the City
or Port of Port Angeles, although the tree farm near the tetrahedron is the
remnant of a former Port lease, and provides abundant perching habitat for
birds and is used extensively by coyotes.
LANDSCAPING Landscaping at the airport can affect tourism, business, and the overall
impression of the Port Angeles vicinity to visitors, therefore, landscaping
needs to be aesthetically pleasing. It must, however, coincide with the
airports greater responsibility of air safety. Trees and bushes offer hunting
perches, roosting and loafing sites, nesting cover, and food for birds and
other wildlife. Trees within 600 feet of the runway centerline will be
removed where feasible, including those at the former tree farm.
Ornamental trees and bushes used to enhance airport aesthetics will be kept
to a minimum, and varieties not considered attractive to wildlife will be
selected. The trees around the terminals will be thinned periodically to
discourage communal roosting by starlings and crows.
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FAA ADVISORY Subject: Airport Landscaping for Noise Control Purposes. 1/31/78.
CIRCULAR NO: This circular (See also Appendix I) provides guidance to airport planners and operators in
150/5320-14 the use of tree and vegetation screens around alrpmns and aircraft operating areas for noise
control purposes. The circular discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the use of
screens and does address bird hazard potentials and states:
Prior to any decision 1o utilize tree or vegetation screens for noise control, their
potential for creating a bird hazard to aircraft must be carefully weighed against
the anticipated noise benefits. Wooded areas and vegetation often attract birds by
providing feeding, nesting and/or roosting areas. This is particularly true at
junctions of wooded areas and grasslands and where two distinctly different
vegetative communities join. Hedgerows are also highly attractive as shelters for
birds and small mammals and should be avoided. For the same mason, the
planting of trees and shrubs is not recommended closer than 600 feet ( 180 m) to
lhe centerline of active runways and taxiways, hi considering the use of tree and
vegetation belts as noise screens, the following factors should be considered: the
type, size, feeding, and migratory habits of the area bird population; the geometric
relationship and proximity between local feeding and nesting grounds, the
proposed noise screen, and aircraft operating areas; and the affinity of the trees
and vegetation to altrac! birds.
PART C STRUCTURE MANAGEMENT
OVERVIEW Structures provide cover and hunting perches for wildlife. If wildlife is
considered when a building is being designed, costly control measures can
be avoided. Buildings should not provide potential nesting, perching, or
roosting sites for birds and not allow access to mammals such as rodents
and skunks.
AIRFIELD Airfield structures such as runway lights, ramp and taxiway signs, and light
STRUCTURES poles are used as hunting and loafing perches for birds such as hawks and
gulls. Lights at night attract insects and in turn bats and nighthawks.
These structures should all be fitted with wire coils or porcupine wire if
they routinely attract birds.
Structures, not pertinent to air operations and no longer in use, will be
ABANDONED removed. This includes abandoned houses, sheds, machinery, and light
STRUCTURES poles. These are attractive to rodents, small birds, and rabbits and, in turn,
attracts hawks, owls, and other predators that can become a significant air
hazard. Structures used for crash-fire training, such as the artificial
fuselage near the boundary separating the landfill and airport are
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considered to be pertinent to air operations and are generally compatible
with safe air operations.
RODENT While generally not a direct threat to aircraft safety, commensal mice can
CONTROL be a problem for airport tenants. They chew through wires on computers,
FOR cars, and building installations. All buildings should be rodent-proofed.
BUILDINGS Openings larger than the size of a quarter should be covered with 1/4" wire
mesh and new building plans should incorporate rodent-proof construction.
Airport operations personnel will conduct periodic inspections of airport-
related structures to determine if infestations are present, and if so, they
will conduct the necessary control procedures (e.g. trapping, apply
toxicants). The airport manager will determine whether it is the tenant's or
airport's responsibility to control rodents in leased buildings and will
ensure any toxicants used by airport personnel are applied according to the
label and the applicator is certified by the state of Washington when using
restricted use pesticides.
STARLING Currently, CLM has a small (<300 birds) starling roost that forms in the
ROOST trees separating the airfield and the model aircraft park near the end of
Runway 8. The roost begins to form in August and disperses by April.
These birds often fly over the airfield as they travel to and from the roost
and landfill, but will sometimes perch and roost in the Fedex hanger.
Although the numbers are small, a continual abatement effort will be
maintained and starling trapping will be conducted near the roost. If
nesting in buildings increases, they may be modified to discourage bird
use.
PART D FOOD/PREY-BASE MANAGEMENT
OVERVIEW Rodents, rabbits, insects, earthworms, and other invertebrates are highly
attractive to many species of birds and mammals and should be controlled
where feasible. Handouts, trash, and scattered debris also provide food for
wildlife. The elimination of a wide variety of habitats such as the
streamside vegetation and abandoned structures will help considerably in
this effort.
Mice, voles, and rabbits at CLM appear to be the primary attractants of
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RODENTS & hawks and coyotes, but will occasionally attract herons and other
RABBITS predators. Rodent populations are not unusually high at the present, but
CLM will continue to monitor rodents and will conduct a control program
for these species if their abundance increases to a level where they attract
wildlife.
EARTHWORMS Earthworms are brought to the surface following heavy rains, where they
pose an attraction to many species of birds, particularly gulls. Earthworm
numbers should be monitored and, if they appear to be a major attraction to
problem species, the appropriate molluscicide should be applied to reduce
their numbers. The County Extension agent can help determine the
appropriate molluscicide to use.
INSECTS Insects attract many species of wildlife at CLM, particularly gulls, flickers,
and shorebirds. Insect populations should be monitored periodically by the
airfield Maintenance to determine if they are present in sufficient numbers
to attract wildlife. The County Extension agent can help select the best
pesticide or control method.
OTItER PREY Many other prey species are found at CLM. Lizards and rodents are
common prey for raptors, coyotes, and even insectivorous birds. Habitat
management will keep much of the prey population in check, but the
airport will continue to monitor these populations.
TRASH AND Trash and debris are often responsible for attracting species such as gulls
DEBRIS and crows. CLM maintenance will continue to conduct trash and FOD
(foreign object debris/damage) collection sweeps on the airfield, especially
after high winds due to the airfield's close proximity to the airfield.
HANDOUTS The public or any airport or landfill employee should not be allowed to
feed birds or mammals around the airport. Of particular concern is the
feeding of ducks and geese at Lincoln Park and at the juvenile detention
facility bordering the north end of Runway 26. When people are observed
feeding birds, the City or Port will discuss with them the problems caused
by feeding wildlife, and if necessary, signs will be posted to educate the
general public.
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4 - PERMITS & REGULATIONS
OVERVIEW Federal, state and local governments administer laws and regulations that
protect wildlife and their habitat. A number of laws affect wildlife control
at airports and wildlife control personnel at CLM will adhere to these.
Most agencies issue permits to harass and/or take wildlife species. These
permits are needed to mn a successful control program and will be
obtained on a routine basis by the Wildlife Coordinator.
WASHINGTON Several Washington State government agencies have regulations that affect
WILDLIFE wildlife control at airports. Pertinent regulations can be found in the
REGULATIONS Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and the Revised Code of
Washington (RCW). Clallam County and municipality regulations can
also affect airports. State wildlife laws are mostly administered by
Washington Department ofFish and Wildlife (WDFW) and involve
resident birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians, as well as state
threatened, endangered species.
FEDERAL The U.S. Government has passed several Acts for the protection of
REGULATIONS wildlife, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, the Lacey Act, the
Endangered Species Act, Eagle Protection Act, the National
Environmental Policy Act, and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and
Rodenticide Act. These are the basis of most wildlife regulations that have
been issued in the Codes of Federal Regulations (CFR). Several
agencies are responsible for implementing these regulations and many
affect wildlife control at airports. Federal wildlife laws are mostly
administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and involve
primarily migratory birds and threatened and endangered species.
WILDLIFE CFR Title 50, WACs, and RCWs define the categories of wildlife and
CATEGORIES regulations for them. For the purposes of this document, feral and free
roaming dogs, cats and other domestic animals are considered "wildlife",
but they are mostly regulated under other Codes. Wildlife categories
include migratory and resident, game and nongame, and threatened and
endangered (Table 1). Wildlife control personnel will know the category
for the species they are controlling, so that they can determine the relevant
laws and necessary permits.
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Table 1. Wildlife Categories in Clallam County and permits necessary for lethal conU'ol.
CATEGORY SPECIES I STATE FEDERAL
I
PERMIT z PERMYf
RESIDENT GAME BIRDS Quail, ring-necked pheasant, grouse, Yes No
par~idge, and turkey
RESIDENT NONGAME BIRDS Slarlings, house sparrows No No
~ MIGRATORY GAM]~ BIRDS Ducks, geese, coots, gallinules, snipe, and No Yes
mourning doves
MIGRATORY NONGAME All species except game birds, resident No Yes
BIRDS nongame birds, and domestic and exotic birds
DEPREDATION ORDER
BIRDS: Crows, magpies, blackbirds, and cowbirds No No
DOMESTIC BIRDS Rock doves (feral pigeons) and domestic No No
poultry
Mule deer, white and black-tailed deer, elk,
GAME MAMMALS white and black-tailed jackrabbits, other Yes No
rabbits
FURBEARERS Mink, river oltur, fox, raccoon, beaver, Yes No
badger, muskrat
All species of mammals, including coyotes,
NONGAME MAMMALS except game, furbearers, domestic mammals, No No
and fully protected wildlife listed in Table 2
! No - Call
FERAL DOMESTIC ~ local
MAMMALS Dogs, cats, livestock animal No
control
REPTILES AND AMI~HIBIANS All reptiles and amphibians except those No No
listed as threatened or endangered in Table 2
FULLY PROTECTED Threatened and Endangered species listed in
WILDL][FE Table 2 Yes Yes
z Control actions requiring a state permit should be coordinated through the Regional Biologist with the Washington
Department of Fish and Wildlife.
~ May be taken without permits "when concentrated in such numbers and manner as lo constitute a health hazard or
other nuisance" (50 CFR §21.43).
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GENERAL Several regulations and permits apply to controlling various categories of
REGULATIONS wildlife at airports in Clallam County. Many of the general laws relate to
FOR WILDLIFE safety and methods and special considerations or restrictions are usually
CONTROL specified on the depredation permits.
REPORT TO CLM will submit a report of the animals taken and hazed/herded each
USFWS calender year to the USFWS to fulfill the requirements of this section.
RESIDENT The only nongame birds that are not considered migratory species are the
NONGAME starling, pigeon, and house sparrow. All other nongame birds in Clallam
BIRDS County are migratory and a definition for nongame birds is given under
that section. If other species of migratory nongame birds appear and
become a problem, the USFWS depredation permit allows them to be
controlled, provided they are not listed as Federal or State threatened or
endangered and are listed on the permit.
MIGRATORY Migratory birds are regulated under Federal Laws and governed by
BIRDS USFWS. They allow hazing of migratory birds when damaging property,
but require a permit for take; exceptions are eagles, and threatened and
endangered species which require separate permits for take and
harassment. States can further regulate migratory birds, but cannot make
regulations less restrictive. Washington does not require additional permits
for nonprotected migratory birds where federal laws dictate authority~
Migratory Bird Basically restated, a depredation permit to take federally protected
Permit migratory birds can be obtained by completing a Federal Fish and Wildlife
CFR 50, Part 13 Licence/Permit Application (Appendix D) and submitting it to the U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service, Permits - Law Enforcement Division, 911 NE
1 lth Ave., Portland, OR 97232-4181. The USFWS also requires the
permit to be accompanied by a Migratory Bird Damage Project Report
(Appendix D) completed by WS. In Clallam County, migratory birds
include all birds except house sparrows, starlings, feral pigeons (rock
doves), pheasant, quail, and domestic ducks, geese and other exotic birds.
This Part states that "a fee will not be charged to any ... local government
... for the proposed activity." The permit expires annually and a report of
the species and number taken must be submitted within 10 days of the
expiration. Details for the permit uses are given below. For Clallam
County, federally threatened and endangered migratory birds include bald
eagles, brown pelicans, marbled murrelets, northern spotted owls, and
peregrine falcons (see Table 2 of this chapter).
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CFR 50 Part CONTROL OF DEPREDATING BIRDS - Depredation permits.
21.41
(a) Permit requirement. Except as provided in 21.42 through 21.46, a depredation permit
is required before any person may take, possess, or transport migratory birds for
depredation control purposes. No permit is required merely to scare or herd depredating
migratory birds other than endangered or threatened species or bald or golden eagles.
(b) Application procedures. Applications for depredation permits shall be submitted to the
appropriate Special Agent in Charge (see 13.11 (b) of this Subchapter). Each such
application must contain the general information end certification by 13.12 (a) of this
Subchapler plus the following additional information:
(1) A description of the area depredations are occurring;
(2) The nature of the crops or other interests being injured;
(3) The extent of such injury; and
(4) The particular species of migratury birds comn~tting the injury.
(c) Additionalpermit eondltlons. In addition to the general conditions set forth in Part 13
of this Subchapter B, depredation permits shall be subject to the following conditions:
(1) Permittees may not kill migratory birds unless specifically authorized on the
permit.
(2) Unless otherwise specifically authorized, when permillees are authorized tu kill
migratory birds they may do so only with a shotgun not larger than No. 10 gauge fned
from the shoulder, and only on or over the threatened area or area described on the
permit.
(3) Permittees may not use blinds, pits, or other means of concealment, decoys, duck
calls~ or other devices to lure or entice birds within gun range.
(4) All migratory birds killed shall be retrieved by the permittee and turned over to a
Bureau representative or his designee for disposition to charitable or worthy
institutions for use as food, or otherwise disposed of as provided by law.
(5) Only persons named on the permit are authorized to act as agents of the permittee
under authori .ty of the permit.
(d) Tenure ofpermits. ~he tenure of depredation permits shall be limited to the dates
which appear on its face, but in no case shall be longer than one year.
Part 21.43 Depredation order for blackbirds, cowbirds, grackles, crows and magpies.
A Federal permit shall not be required to control yellow-headed, red-winged, ... and
Brewer's blackbirds, cowbirds, ... crows, and magpies, ... when concentrated in such
numbers and manner as to constitute a health hazard or other nuisance: Provided
(a) That none of the birds killed pursuant to this section, nor their plumage, shall be
sold or offered for sale, but may be possessed, transported, and otherwise disposed of
or utilized.
Co) That any person exercising any of the privileges granted by this section shall
permit at all reasonable times including during actual operations, any Federal or State
game or depu .ly game agent, warden, protector, or other game law enforcement officer
free and unrestricted access over the premises on which such operations have been or
are being conducted; and shall furnish promptly to such officer whatever information
he may require, concerning said operations.
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(e) That nolhing in this section shall be construed to authorize the killing of such birds
contrary to any State laws or regulations; and that none of the privileges granted under
this section shall be exercised unless the person possesses whalever permits as may be
required for such activilies by the State concerned.
Migratory Bird Port Angeles Landfill and Airport each have current Federal permits
Federal Permit (Appendix E) to take migratory birds (except eagles and threatened and
for CLM endangered species). Washington allows the take of these species without
obtaining an additional State permit. The permit must be renewed
annually and will be completed by the Wildlife Coordinator.
FERAL BIRDS Feral pigeons (rock doves) are typically the only species of concern in this
category. Currently State and Federal laws do not recognize this species in
their laws and a permit is not required to take them. Domestic waterfowl
may become a problem if they are abandoned on airport property. These
should only be taken by wildlife personnel able to identify them because
many are similar to wild waterfowl. Other species of feral poultry or
exotic birds may show up; contact the Wildlife Biologist or Wildlife
Coordinator for assistance with control methods.
GAME Game mammals are primarily those species that are hunted. CLM does not
MAMMALS currently have large populations of rabbits that need to be controlled to
reduce predator populations. Deer have been known to frequent the edge
of the airfield, especially along the north perimeter fenceline, and they may
occasionally need to be controlled. A permit is required to control deer
and beaver. All other game mammals may be taken when they are causing
damage.
FURBEARERS Furbearers periodically need to be controlled, especially raccoons in
structures. Permits are needed to take otter and beaver.
NONGANIE Several species of nongame mammals are present at CLM and may need to
MAMMALS be controlled. Of these, coyotes present the greatest threat to aviation.
Permits are not required to take these species when they damage or could
damage property.
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REPTILES & Nonprotected reptiles and amphibians can be taken with a permit or
AMPHIBIANS appropriate fishing license. Current abundance of these types of animals
indicate the will not serve as major attractants to more hazardous wildlife.
PROTECTED Federal and State Threatened, Endangered and Protected Species.
WILDLIFE The Endangered Species Act of the U.S. (1966 and amendments,
monitored by the USFWS) and Washington (as monitored by WDFW)
protects species potentially threatened with extinction. Specifically, these
Acts list animals and plants as endangered (any species or subspecies
which is in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of
its range) or threatened (any species or subspecies which is in danger of
becoming an endangered species within the foreseeable future throughout
or over a significant portion of its range). Once listed, these species cannot
be taken or harassed without a special permit. Eagles are also afforded
protection under the U.S. Eagle Protection Act. In Washington, several
additional species are given special protection by being designated as State
endangered or threatened (RCW 77.12.020 and WAC 232-12-297, as
amended). If a significant hazard exists with a listed species that is
jeopardizing air safety, USFWS or WDFW, depending on the species
involved, will be contacted for assistance. Only personnel from these
agencies or their agents (e.g., WS) can get a permit to alleviate a problem.
Table 2 lists the species for Clallam County that are in this category.
EAGLE Eagles are protected under the Eagle Protection Act and require their own
PERMITS permit, and are therefore, not included under the Migratory Bird Permit.
Washington has designated bald eagles as fully protected in Clallam
County.
CFR 50 EAGLE PERMITS - Permits to take depredating eagles.
PART 22.23 "the Director may, upon receipt of an application and in accordance with the issuance
criteria of this section, issue a permit authorizing the taking of depredafing bald or golden
eagles.
(a) Application procedure. Applications for permits to take dcpredating bald or
golden eagles shall be submitted to the appropriate Special Agent in Charge (See: Part
13). Each application must contain the general information and oerfification required
by Part 13.12(a) plus the following additional information:
(1) Species and number of eagles proposed to be taken;
(2) Location and description of property where taking is proposed;
(3) Inclusive dates for which permit is requested;
(4) Method of taking proposed;
(5) Kind and number of livestock or domestic animals owned by the applicant;
(6) Kind and amount of alleged damaged; and
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(7) Name, address, age, and business relalionship with applicent of an)' person the
applicant proposes to act for him as his agent in the taking of such eagles.
(b)Additlonalperrnit conditions. In addition to the general permits set forlh in Part
13, permits to take depredating bald and golden eagles shall be subject to the following
conditions:
(1) Bald and golden eagles may be taken under permit by firearms, traps, or other
suitable means except by poison or from aircraft;
(2) The taking of eagles under permit may be done only by the permittee or his
agents named in the permit;
(3) Any eagle taken under authorily of such permit will be promptly lumed over to
a Service agent or other game law enforcement officer designated in thc permit;
and
(4) In addition to any reporting requirement set forth in the permit, the permittee
shall submit a report of activities conducted under the permit to the Special Agent
in Charge within 10 days following the completion of the taking operations or the
expiration of the permit whichever occurs f~rst.
(c) Issuance criteria. The Director shall conduct an investigation and not issue a
permit to take depredating bald or golden eagles unless he has determined that such
taking is compatible with the preservation of the bald or golden eagle. In making such
determination the Director shall consider the followIng:
(1) The direct or indirect effect which issuing such permit would be likely to have
upon the wild population of bald or golden eagles;
(2) Whether there is evidence to show that bald or golden eagles have in fact
become seriously injurious to wildlife or to agriculture or other interests in the
particular localily to be covered by the permit, and the injury complained of is
substantial; and
(3) Whether the only way to abate the damage caused by the bald or golden eagle
is to take some or all of the offending birds.
(d) Tenure of permits. The tenure of any permit to take bald or golden eagles for
depredation control purposes shall be that shown on the face thereof, and shall in no
case be longer than 90 days from date of issue.
HABITAT USFWS and WDFW are responsible for species conservation and recovery
CONSERVATION plans. This includes the identification of critical habitat when it is
associated with the decline of a species. Habitat alterations and
developments can be banned in areas where critical habitat has been
designated or where such changes could conceivably result in the
inadvertent take of an endangered species. Airport projects, however, may
be completed with the appropriate mitigation measures. Consultation with
USFWS or WDFW biologists will determine this.
WETLANDS Wetland modifications may require permits from various agencies such as
MITIGATION the USFWS, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USCOE), and/or Washington
State Department of Ecology, any of which may require mitigation before
proceeding. In accordance with 40 CFR 1505.3, the FAA has outlined a
series of procedures (refer to Record of Decision for Lambert-St. Louis
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International Airport) for mitigating major impacts resulting from project
development.
Endangered USFWS and WDFW keep updated lists of endangered and threatened
Species List species. WDFW keeps a current listing of State and Federally endangered,
threatened and sensitive species that can be found on the interact at
http:/,4wvw, wa.gov,6~,dfw/wlm/diversty/soc/soc, him. Wildlife control
personnel at CLM need to be familiar with these species and their potential
occurrence at the landfill and airport (Table 2). Some of these species,
particularly bald eagles may present hazards to air traffic at CLM, and
permits are required to harass them. In most cases, permits will not be
given to lethally remove threatened and endangered species. CLM wildlife
control personnel will be able to identify these species and will have the
appropriate permits to haze them when necessary. Habitat critical to these
species is also regulated by the USFWS or WDFW and can have an affect
on habitat modification plans to reduce wildlife hazards, but CLM is
unlikely to be adversely affected by these regulations due to the species
involved.
Table 2. Endangered, Threatened and Protected Species in Washington. There are many species of
animals in Washington that are listed as Threatened, Endangered, Candidate, or Sensitive by the Federal and/or Stale
Govemmant. Below is a list of each of these species (plants excluded), their status as of(10/28/98), and potential
occunence in Clallam County. This list is dynamic with new species being added or removed periodically, therefore,
it should be reviewed and updated at least once per year to ensure compliance with Federal and State wildlife
re ulalions.
I
STATUS~ STATUS~ CLMZ
MAMMALS
Destruction Island shrew Sorex trowbridgii destructioni SC
Merriam's shrew Sorex merriami C
Pygmy shrew Sorex hoyi C
Pacific Townsend's big-eared bat Plecotus townsendii C SC M
Long-eared myolis Myotis evotis SC M
Long-legged myotis Myotis volans SC M
Yuma myotis Myotis.uumanen$is SC M
Pygmy rabbit Brachylagus idahoensis E SC
Washington ground squirrel Sl~ermophilus washingtoni C SC
Weslem gray squirrel Sciurus grtseus T
Brush prairie pocket gopher Thomomys talpoides douglast C
Western pocket gopher Thotnotny~ rnazarna C
Cn'ay-lailed vole Microtus canicaudus C
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COMMON NAME I [ STATE FEDERAL I CLM~
STATUS~ STATUS~
Shaw Townsend's vole Microtus townsendii pugeti C
Gray wolf Cani$ lupus E E
Grizzly bear Ursus arctos E T
Steller sea lion Eumetopias jubatus T T
Pacific Fisher Mattes pennantipacifica C SC M
California Wolverine Gulo gulo luteus SC M
Sea otter Enhydra lutris E
Lynx Lynx canadensis T SC
Gray whale Eschrichtius robustus S
SeJ whale Balaenoptera borealis E E
Fin whale Baleonoptera physalus E E
Blue whale Balaenoptera musculus E E
Humpback whale Megaptera novaeangliae E E
Black right whale Balaena glacialis E E
Pacilic harbor porpoise Phocoena phocoena C
Sperm whale Physeter macrocephalus E E
Columbian white-lailed deer Odocoileus virginianus E E
Mountain caribou Rangifer tarandus E E
California bighorn sheep Ovis canadensis californiana SC
BIRDS
Common loon Gayla immer C
American white pelican Pelecanus erythrorhynchos E
Brown pelican Pelecanus occidentaIis E E M
Brandt's cormorant P halacrocorax penici llatus C
Aleutian Canada goose Branta canadensis [eucopareia T T
Bald eagle Haliaeetus leucocei)halus T T 0
Northern goshawk Accipiter gentilis C SC M
Ferruginous hawk Buteo regalis T SC
Golden eagle Aquila chrysaetos C
Merlin Falco columbarius C 0
Peregrine falcon Falco peregrinus E E M
Sage grouse Centrocercus urophasianus T SC
Sharp-tailed grouse Tympanuchus phasianellus T SC
Sandhill crane Grus canadensis E
Snowy. plover Charadrius alexandrinus E T
Upland sandp~par Bartramia longicauda E
Common mu_rte Uria aalge C
Marbled murrelet Brachyramphus marmoratus T T M
Yellow-billed cuckoo Coccyzus americanus C
Flammulated owl Otus flammeolus C
Burrowing owl Athene cunicularia C SC
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CHAPTER 4 4.11
STATE I FEDERAL I CLM~
COMMON NAME STATUS~ STATUS~
Spotted owl Strix occidentali$ E T M
Vaux's swift Chaetura vauxi C
Lewis' woodpecker Melanerpes lewis C
White-headed woodpecker Picoides albolarvatus C
Black-backed woodpecker Picoides arcticus C
Pilented woodpecker Drv. ocopus pileatus C
Purple martin P~vgne subis C
Sage thrasher Oreoscoptes montanus C
Olive-sided flycatcher Contopus borealis SC M
Willow flycatcher Empidonax traillii SC
Loggerhead shrike Lanius ludovicianus C SC
Green-tailed towhee Pipilo chlorurus C
Sage sparrow Amphispiza belli C
REPTILES
Western pond turtle Clemmys marmorata E SC
Leatherback sea futile Dermochelys coriacea E E M
Green sea turtle Chelonia mydas T T M
Loggerhead sea turtle Caretta caretta T T M
Olive ridley sea turtle Lepidochelys olivacea T M
Sagebrush lizard Sceloporus graciosus SC
California mountain kingsnake Lampropeltis zonata C
Striped whipsnake Masticophis taeniatus C
AMPHIBIANS
Columbia ~on-ent salamander Rhyacotriton kezeri C
Cascade torrent salamander Rhyacotriton cascadae C
Dunn's salmnander Plethodon dunni C
Larch mounlain salamander ?lethodon larselli S SC
Van dyke's salamander Plethodon vandybei C
Red-legged frog Rana aurora SC
Cascades frog Rana cascadae SC M
Northern leopard frog Rana pipiens C
Oregon spoiled frog Rana pretiosa E C
Columbia spoiled frog Rana luteiventris C SC
FISH
Sockeye salmon (Snake R.) Oncorhynchus nerka E
Sockeye salmon (Lake Ozette) Oncorhynchus nerka C
Chum salmon (Hood Canal Su) Oncorhynchus beta C
Chum salmon (Lower Col. R.) Oncorhynchus beta C
Chinook sahnon (Snake R. Sp/Su) Oncorhynchus tshawytscha T
Chinook salmon (Snake R. Fall) Oncorhynchus tshawytscha T
Chinook salmon (Puget Sound) Oncorhynchus tshawytscha C
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CHAPTER 4 4.12
STATE I FEDERALI
COMMON NAME STATUS: STATUS~ CLMZ
Chinook salmon (Upper Col. K) Oncorhynchus tshawyt.~cha C
Chinook salmon (Lower Col. R.) Oncorhynchus tshawytscha C
Pygmy whitefish Prosopium coulteri C
Upper Columbia R, Steelhead Oncorhynchus mykiss E
Middle Columbia R. Steelhead Oncorhynchus mykiss C
' Snake River Steelhead Oncorhynchus mykiss T
Westlope cutthroat Oncorhynchus clarki lewisi SC
Bull trout Salvelinus confluentus T M
Olympic mudmirmow Novumbra hubbsi C
Fender's soliperlan stonelly Soliperlafenderi SC
Margined sculpin Cottus marginatus C SC
River lamprey Entosphenus tridentatis SC
Pacific lamprey Lampetra tridentata SC M
MOLLUSKS
Newcomb's litto~Cme snail Algamorda subrotundata C SC
California floater Anodonta californiensis C SC
Giant Columbia River limpet Fisherola nuaalli C
Great Columbia River spire snail Fluminicola columbiana C SC M
INSECTS
Beller's ground beetle Agonum belleri C SC
Long-horned leaf beetle Donacia idola C
Columbia River tiger beetle Cicindela columbica C
Hatch's click beetle Eanus hatchii C SC
Mardon skipper Polites mardon C
Yuma skipper Ochlodes yuma C
Shepard's parnassian Parnassius clodius shepardi C
Makah (Queen Charlotte) Copper Lycaena mariposa charlottensis C
Ch'mquapin (Golden) hairstreak Habrodais grunus herri C
Johnson's (mistletoe) hairstreak Mitourajohnsoni C
Juniper hah'streak Mitoura grynea barryi C
Puget blue Plebejus icarioides erymus C
Oregon silverspol bunerfly Speyeria zerene hippolyta E T
Valley silverspot Speyeria zerene bremnerii C
Silver-bordered bog fritillary Boloria selene atrocostalis C
Whulge checkerspot Euphydryas editha taylori C
Great arctic Oeneis nevadensis gigas C
~ State and Federal Status 20ccurence in Clallam count.
E - Endangered S - Sensitive M - May occur in Clallam County
T - Threatened SC - Species of Concern O - Observed on airfield
C - Candidate
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CHAPTER 5 4.13
PESTICIDE Certified Pesticide Operators are the only personnel that will be allowed to
APPLICATOR use restricted-use pesticides for the removal of blackbirds, starlings,
LICENSE rodents, rabbits, insects, earthworms, and weeds. To obtain the necessary
license for pesticide application, a person must pass an exam administered
by the Washington State Department of Agriculture (see directory in
Chapter 9). All personnel that use restricted-use chemicals will obtain a
pesticide applicator's license or be under the direct supervision of an
applicator. Use of all pesticides will strictly adhere to the pesticide label
and will follow U.S. EPA, Washington EPA, and Clallam County
guidelines. Labels, material safety data sheets, and uses can be found in
Appendix L.
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CHAPTER 5 5.1
5 - RESOURCES
OVERVIEW Habitat Management and wildlife control supplies can be purchased from
several companies that are listed on the following pages. Some supplies
will be on hand at CLM for use by trained personnel.
AIRPORT Supplies that will be kept stocked at each facility (landfill and airport)
SUPPLIES include:
3 each 15 mm pistol launchers
5 boxes bird bombs/bangers
5 boxes screamers
5 boxes whistlers
1 each 12 gage shotgun and ammunition
1 each applicable field guide for bird identification
1 carton mylar tape
1 each snare/catch pole (airfield only)
1 each dog live traps (airfield only)
1 each Raccoon live traps
10/10 each Rat/mouse traps snap traps
1 box Latex gloves
I box Garbage bags
WILDLIFE The Wildlife Patrol crew will be equipped with a truck capable of
PATROL operating on runways and will be stocked with the necessary supplies to
allow an immediate response to wildlife hazards. They will be responsible
for responding to emergency calls from Port Angeles Unicom or Airport
Operations to disperse animals from the runways. They will maintain
radio communications with Port Angeles Traffic and operate within the
AOA movement areas in accordance with FAA regulations.
PESTICIDES The maximum amount of pesticides kept on hand will be determined by
the shelf-life and reordered as needed. Rodent control in-and-around
buildings may be contracted out if the problem becomes too severe for the
airport to handle. The bird toxicant, DRC-1339, available only through
WS, and can be used to control pigeons, starlings, and blackbirds under
various circumstances. Appendix L provides a list of available pesticides
and sample labels and material safety data sheets for each.
PORT ANGELES AIRPORT AND LANDFILL - WILDLIFE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN
CHAPTER 5 5.2
USDA-WS Some supplies such as starling traps, vertebrate pesticides and chemical
ASSISTANCE capturing agents may be available through WS for conducting control
operations. Some control methods such as alpha chloralose are restricted
to certified WS personnel. The City of Port Angeles currently has a
Cooperative Service Agreement with WS to deter birds from the airfield,
landfill, and adjacent areas as hazards are identified. As part of this
ag~ eement, a full-time WS specialist is on site, and will provide assistance
with control work as needed.
SUPPLY The following is a list of addresses for wildlife damage control materials
COMPANIES an d equipment. Mention of companies or commercial products does not
imply recommendation or endorsement.
BIRD CONTROL SUPPLIERS
EXCLUSION
Metal Wires or Proiactors
Barrier Specialties Bird Conla'ol Devices, inc. Cat Claw,
(800) 44BIRDS Bloomington, IN P.O. Box 3778
Johnstown, PA 15994
Nixalite of Amcnica Shaw Steeple Jacks, [nc. Stac-Gard Pigeon & Bird Repellent
417 25th St. 2710 Bedford St. 523 W. 184th St.
Mol[ne, IL 61265 Johnslown, PA 15904 New York, NY
Elech-ic Wire Systems
Avi-Away Division Electrepel, Inc. Glenn County
Monard Molding, Inc. 491-495 Bergen St. Mosquito Abatement Dislrict
P.O. Box 279 Brooklyn, NY Willows, CA
Council Grove, KS 66846 (718) 783-5943 (916) 934-4025
(Aquacullure fence)
Nettin~
A to Z Net Man Almac Plastics, Inc. Apex Mills, Inc.
P.O. Box 2168 6311 Erdman 49 W. 37th St.
South Hackensack, NJ 07606 Bait/more, MD 21205-3585 New York, NY 10018
(201) 488-3888 (301) 485-9100
Animal Repellents, Inc. Bird-X Blue Mountain Industries
P.O. Box 168 325 W. Huron St. 20 Blue Mountain Rd.
Griffin, GA 30223 Chicago, IL 60610 Blue Mountain, AL 36201
(800) 241-5064 (312) 642-6871 (205) 237-9461
Gilbert H. Bostock E.A. Britton E.I. DuPont DeNemours Co., Inc.
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CHAPTER 5 5.3
Franconia, Nil 03580 Plasting Netting Dept. Yerkes Plant - "Vexer" Sales
E.I. DuPont DeNcmottrs Co. Station B - Drawer L
Wilmington, DE 19898 Buffalo, NY 14027
Conwed Corp. Bob Ells'worth Green Valley Bhmhnrry Farm
Plastics Division The Complete Winemaker 9345 Ross Station Rd.
P.O. Box 43237 1219 Main St. Sebastopol, CA 95472
St. Paul, MN 55164-0237 St. Helena, CA 94574 (707) 887-7496
(707) 963-9681
Intemel, Inc. Margo Horticultural Suppliers Nichols Net and Twine Co.
2730 Nevada Ave. N. RR 6, Site 8, Box 2 R.R. 3, Bend Road
Minneapolis, MN 55427 Calgary, Alberta T2M 4L5 East St. Louis, IL 62201
Canada (403) 285-9731
Orchard Supply Co. Joseph Shea Co. SINCO Inc.
P.O. Box 956 Commercial Fishing Supplies P.O. Box 361
Sacramento, CA 95804 Box 13 East Hampton, CT 06424
(916) 446-7821 East Haddam, CT (203) 267-2545
Teitzel's Ranier View - Wildlife Control Technology
Blueberry Farms 6408 S. Fig St.
7720 E. 134th Ave. Fresno, CA 93706
Puyallup, WA 98371 (209) 268-1200
(206) 863-6548
REPELLENTS
Noise Repellents -Electronic Alarm and Recorded Sounds
Evert Achterberg Adams Dominion, Inc. Air Birdstrike PreventiOn
P.O. Box 123 1212 Weible Rd. 15 Edgewood St.
Escalon. CA 952320 Crestwood, KY 40014 Worchester, MA 01602
(Double John Purivox Bird Scarer) (502) 241-0241 (301) 963-9270
(Animal Detection) (Radio-controlled Planes)
Applied Electronics Corp. Arkansas Electronic Consultants Ay-Alarm Corp.
3003 County Line Rd. 800 Stanton Rd. 675-D Conger St.
Little Rock, AR 72201 Litrle Rock, AR 72209 Eugene, OR 97402
(501) 821-3095 (503) 342-1271
Electronic Game Calls Falcon Safety Products, Inc. Jcunings Industries, Inc.
210 W. Grand Ave. 1065 Bristol Road 2730 Chanticleer Ave.
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 Mountainside, NJ 07092 Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(201) 233-5000 (Air Horn) (408) 475-8311
Margo Horticuimre Supplies Signal Broad~asling Co. Wrightman Electronics, Inc.
RR6, Site 8, Box 2 2314 Broadway St. P.O. Box 989
Calgary., Alberta T2M 4L5 Canada Denver, CO 80205 Easton, MD 21601
(403) 285-9731 (303) 295-0479
(Motion Detector) (Distress Call Tapes)
Noise Repellents - Exploders
FORT ANGELES AIRPORT AND LANDFILL - WILDLIFE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN
CHAPTER 5 5.4
Alexander-Tagg Ind. Coleman Equipmenl, Inc. M.J. Flynn, Inc.
395 Jacksonville Rd. 342 Madison Ave. Syracuse, NY
Warminster, PA 18974 New York, NY 10017 (315) 437-6536
(215) 675-7200 (212) 687-2154 (Zon Gun)
(Vigil Andy)
C. Frenseh Ltd. Pete Konzah B.M. Lawrence & Co.
168 Main St. E., Box 67 Box 20 233 Sansome St.
Grimsby, ONT L3M 1G4 Canada Minnewaukan, ND 58351 San Franeisen, CA 94104
(416) 945-3817 (701) 473-5646 (415) 981-3650
McKinzie Scientific Pices Ind. Reed-Joseph International Co.
P.O. Box 1077, 1340 Kerr Ave. P.O. Box 6407 P.O. Box 894
Lancaster, OH 43130 Modesto, CA 95355 Greenville, MS 38702
(614) 687-4617 (209) 578-5502 (800) 647-5554
Smith-Roles Spring Ledge Farms Teisd Kasei Co. Ltd.
1367 S. Anna St. RD 3 350 S. Figneroa St., Suite 350
Wichita, KS 67209 Dundee, NY 14837 Los Angeles, CA 90071
(316) 945-0295 (213) 680-4349
USDA, APHIS, ADC, DWRC
P.O. Box 25266, Bldg. 16
Denver Federal Cunt~
Denver, CO 80225-0266
(303) 236-7877
(Farmer Fred)
Noise Renellents - Pyrotechnic Devices
he Bullseye Sunshop Colonial Fireworks New Jersey Fireworks Co.
1081 Huntingdon Ave. 5956 lvanhoe Box 118
Waterbury, CT 06704 Ipsilanti, MI 48197 Vineland, NJ 08360
(203) 755-1055 (313) 482-3272 (609) 692-8030
(Rope Firecrackers)
O.C. Ag Supply Reed-Joseph International Co. Stoneco, Inc.
1328 Allec St. P.O. Box 894 P.O. Box 187
Anaheim, CA 92805 Greenville, MS 38702 Dacono, CO 80514
(714) 991-0960 (800) 647-5554 (303) 833-2376
Sutton Ag Ent. Wald & Co. Western Fireworks Co.
1081 Harkins Rd. 208 Broadway 2542 SE 13th Ave.
Salinas, CA 93901 Kansas City, MO 64105 Canby, OR 97013
(408) 422-9693 (816) 842-9299 (503) 266-7770
(Rope Firecrackers)
Oral Rceellents
Avitrol Corp. Bird-X
320 S. Boston Ave., Suite 514 325 W. Huron St.
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CHAPTER 5 5.5
Tulsa, OK 74103 Chicago, IL 60610
(918) 582-3359 (212) 642-6871
Tactile Renellents
Archem Corp. Baumes Castorine Co. Bird Control International
1514 1 lth St. 200 Matthew St. J.T. Eaton & Co.
P.O. Box 767 P.O. Box 230 P.O. Box 12
Portsmouth, OH 45662 Rome, NY 13440 Macedonia, OH 44056
(614) 353-1125 (315) 336-8154
Crown Industries J.C. Ehrlioh Chemical Co. State Hot Foot International
4015 Papin St. College Laboratories 840 William P.O. Box 14211
St.Lonis, MO 63110 Ln. Reading, PA 19612 Baton Rouge, LA 70898
(314) 533-0999/(800) 325-3316 (Odor. Tactile) (800) BIRDS NO
Hub States Corp. Sanex Chemicals Sun Pest Control
419 E. Washington St. 5651 Dawson St. 2945 McGee Trafficway
Indianapolis, IN 46204 Hollywood, FL 33023 Kansas City, MO 64108
(800) 428-4416 (305) 961-6006 (816) 561-2174
The Tanglefoot Co. Velsicol Chemical Co.
314 Straight Ave. SW 341 E. Ohio St.
Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Chicago, IL 60611
(616) 459-4130 (312) 670-4500
Visual Repellents
Atmospheric lnstrumentalion Bird Scare Predator Eye, Inc. Bird-X
Research (AIR), Inc. 1240 Josephine Rd. 325 W. Huron St.
1880 S. Flatiron Ct., Suite A Roseville, MN 55113 Chicago, IL 60610
Boulder, CO 80301 (612) 633-2384 (312) 642-6871
(303) 443 -7187 (Balloons) (Raptor Effigies, Lights)
(Balloons, Kites)
R.E. Dietz Co. The Huge Co. Kite City
225 Wilkinson St. 7625 Page Blvd. 1201 Front St.
Syracuse, NY 13201 St. Louis, MO 63133 Old Sacramento, CA 95814
(315) 424-7400 (800) 325-3371 (Hawk Kite)
(Strobe Lights) (Raptor Effigies, Lights)
Mellingers Nishizawa (USA) Ltd.
2310 W. South Range Rd. 112 W. 9th St., Ste. 903
N. Lima, OH 44452 Los Angeles, CA 90015
(800) 321-7444 (213) 627-7491
(Scarecrow) (Mylar Balloons, Flash Tape)
Offshore Sourcing Development Roberl Royal Orchard Equipment & Supply
1240 Josephine Rd. P.O. Box 108 P.O. Box 540
Roseville, MN 55113 Midnight, MS 39115 Conway, MA 01341
(612) 633-2384 (601) 247-4409 (413) 359-4335
(Balloons) (Scary Man) (Balloons)
PORT ANGELES AIRPORT AND LANDFILL - W1LDL1FE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN
CHAPTER 5 5.6
Pest Management Supply, Inc. Ravan Ind. Inc. Sutton Ag Ent.
P.O. Box 938 P.O. Box 1007 1081 Harkins Rd.
Amherst, MA Sioux Falls, SD 57117 Salinas, CA 93901
(413) 253-3747 (605) 336-2750 (408) 422-9693
(Balloons, Flash Tape) (Balloons) (Kites)
Tillotson Rubber Co. Tripp-Lite Mfg. Co.
RFD #1 500 N. Orleans
Dixville Notch, NH 03576 Chicago, IL 60610
(603) 255-3631 (312) 226-7778
(Balloons) (Balloons)
PESTICIDES
Archem Corp. Avitrol Corporation B & G Co.
1514 1 lth St., P.O. Box 767 P.O. Box 45141, 7644 E. 461h St. 10539 Maybaak St., P.O. Box
Portsmouth, OH 45662 Tulsa, OK 74145 20372
(614) 353-1125 (918) 663-1063 Dallas, TX 75220
(S~chnine) (214) 357-5741
(SU'ychnine)
J.C. Ehrlich Chemical Co. Ralston Purina Co. Rid-A-Bird, Inc.
State College Laboratories Checkerboard Square 1224 Grandvicw Ave., P.O. Box 22
840 William Ln. St. Louis, MO 63164 Mnscatine, IA 52761
Reading, PA 19612 (Starlicide) (319) 263-7970
(215) 921-0641 (Toxic Perch)
(Strychnine)
LIVE TRAPS
Avinet, Inc. Last Perch Meyer Manufacturing
Dryden, NY Box 426 Box 153
(607) 844-3277 Mitchellville, IA 50169 Garrison, IA 52229
(Mist Nets) (515) 967-2853 (319) 477-5041
(Sparrow Trap)
McKinzie Scientific Mustang Mfg. Co. Scotts Dog Supply
1340 Ken' Ave., P.O. Box 1077 P.O. Box 10947 10329 Rockville Rd.
Lancaster, OH 43130 Houston, TX 77018 Indianapolis, IN 46234
(614) 687-4617 (713) 682-0811 (317) 271-2482
(Pigeon Traps)
Tomahawk Live Trap Co. Twin Cities Pigeon Eliminaling Co. Woodst~'¢am Corp.
P.O. Box 323 P.O. Box 9270 Lilitz, PA 17543
Tomahawk, WI 54487 Downers Grove, IL 60515 (717) 626-2125
(715) 453-3550 (312) 969-5829
MAMMAL CONTROL SUPPLH~RS
EXCLUSION
Fencinu
Advanced Farm Systems Agri-Lease by Telemark Aligned Fiber Composites
RD 1, Box 364 c/o George Brown, Jr., Dist. Mgr. Common Sense Fencing, Inc.
PORT ANGELES AIRPORT AND LANDFILL - WILDLIFE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN
CHAPTER 5 5.7
Bradford, ME 04410 Box 121 2000 Highway 52 North
(207) 327-1237 Chelmsford, MA 01824 Chaffield, MN 55923
(617) 256-7696 (507) 867-3071
American Forestry Tech., Inc. Bancroft Products, Inc. Brookside Industries, Inc.
1001 North 500 West c/o Harold "Chip" Rice Brookside Farm
West Lafayette, 1N 47906 84 Iron Works Road Tumbridge, VT 05077
(317) 583-3311 Concord, NH 03301 (802) 889-3737
(603) 225-5572
Communication Products Co. Dennis Roessiger Don Day Farm Sexvice
P.O. Box 138 Route 109 RR3, Box 48
Marlboro, NJ 07746 Mirror Lake, NH Council Grove, KS 66846
(201) 462-6101 (603) 569-1620 (316) 767-5487
Gallagher Power Fence, Inc. Innovative Fence K Fence System
P.O. Box 708900 (718) 381-3100 c/o Hugh Kraemar
San Antonio, TX 78270 (315) 926-7700 Zumbro Falls, MN 55991
(512) 494-5211 (507) 753-2943
Kencove Fence Kiwi Fence Systems, Inc. Koppers Co., lac.
111 Kendall Lane RD #5, Box 5lA 950 Koppers Bldg.
Blairsville, PA 15717 Waynesburg, PA 15370 Piltsburg, PA 15219
(800) 245-6902 (412) 627-5640 (412) 227-2404
Live-wire Products Margo Supplier, Ltd. Premier Sheep Supplies
P.O. Box 53 Wildlife Control PR. 1, Box 159
Sherman Mills, ME 04776 Site 20, Box 1 I, R.R. 6 Washington, IA 52353
(207) 365-4438 Calgary, Alberta T2M 4L5 (319) 653-3128
Canada (403) 285-9731
Shock Tactics Electric Fence Sys. Snell Systems, Inc. Tech-Fence Division
Watertbrd Corporation 18940 Redland Rd. Mulii-Tech Industries, lac.
216 Commerce Dr., P.O. Box 1513 San Antonio, TX 78259 P.O. Box A, 64 South Main St.
Fort Collins, CO 80524 (800) 531-5908 Marlboro, NJ 07746
(800) 525-4952 (800) 431-3223
Walnut Grove Farm Wellscrofl Farm West Virginia Electric FencIng
c/o John & Laura Gund c/o Dave & Deborah Kennard Rt. 81, Box 47
50 Cartland Road 46 Sunset Hill - Chesham Greenville, WV 24945
Lee, NH 03824 Marlborough, NH 03455 (304) 753-4387
(603) 659-2044 (603) 827-3464
Other Exclusion Devices
Bat Skat, Inc. Pertrochem Coq>. 3-E Coq>.
P.O. Box 2221 101 Oliver St. 401 Kennedy Blvd., P.O. Box 177
Williamsport, PA 17703-2221 P.O. Box 1888 Sommerdale, NJ 08083
Paterson, NJ 07509 (Bat Exclusion)
(201) 742-6468
Bat Area Bat Protection
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CHAPTER 5 5.8
1312 Shiloh Rd.
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
03a~ Exclusion)
REPELLENTS
Animal Repellents, Inc. Bonide Chemical Co. Chacon Chemioal Corp.
P.O. Box 999 2 Wurz Avenue 2600 Yates Ave.
Griffin, GA 30224 Yorkville, NY 13495 City of Commerce, CA 90040
(8O0) 241-5064 (315) 736-8231 (213) 721-5031
(~firam) (Thiram) (Para-Dichlorobenzene)
Frank J. Curren Co. Deer-Away Dragon Chemical Co.
8101 S. Lemont Rd. McLaughlin Gormley King Co. P.O. Box 7311
Downers Grove, IL 60516 712 15th Ave NE Roanoke, VA 24019
(312) 985-2400 Minneapolis, IVIN 55413 (703) 362-3657
(Naphthalene) (612) 379-2895 (Tobacco dust)
Earl May Seed & Nursery Co. J.C. Ehrlich Chemical Co. Faesy & Besthoff, Inc.
208 N. Elm State College Labs 143 River Rd.
Sheanendoah, IA 51603 840 William Ln. Edgewater, NJ 07020
(712) 246-1020 Reading, PA 19612 (201) 945..6200
(Ziram) (215) 921-0641 (Tobacco Dust)
(Thiram, bone tar oil)
Gustafson, Inc. Hopkins Agricultural Chem. Co. IntAgra, Inc.
P.O. Box 220065 P.O. Box 7532 8500 Pilsbury Ave., South
Dallas, TX 75222 Madison, WI 53707 Minneapolis, MN 55420
(800) 527-4781 (608) 222-0624 (612) 881-5535
(Thiram} (Thiram) (Putrescent whole egg solids)
LefFmgwell Div., Uniroyal Chem. Market-Tech Ind. Ltd. M & T Chemicals
Ill S. Berry S~reet, P.0. Box 1880 80 Skyline Dr. P.O. Box 1194
Brea, CA 92621 Plainview, NY 11803 Rathway, NJ 07065
(714) 529-3973 (516) 433-2116 (201) 499-0200
(Anmaoninm Soaps - Hinder) (Methyl nonly ketone) (Biomet 12)
Miller Chemical & Fertilizer Corp. Nott Manufacturing Pet~okem Corp.
Box 333 Pleasant Valley, NY 12569 P.O. Box 1888
Hm~over, PA 17331 (914) 635-3243 Paterson, NJ 07509
(717) 632-8921 (Thirem) (201 ) 773-7770
(Capsaicin) (Thiram, napthalene)
Plan/labs Co. Sudbury Labs. Inc. Wilbur-Ellis Co.
Box 397 6 October Hill Rd. P.O. Box 1286
Tim onium, MD 21093 Holliston, MA 01746 Fresno, CA 93715
(301) 252-4620 (800) 343-9911 (209) 442-1220
(Thiram, bone tar oil) (Thiram, napthalene) (Thiram)
PREDATOR CALLS/TAPES
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CHAPTER 5 5.9
Hoosier Trapper Supply, Inc. Southern Outdoor Supplies, Inc.
1155 N. Matthews Rd. Rt. 3, Box 503
Greenwood, IN 46143 Bassett, VA 24055
(317) 881-3075 (703) 638-4698
TR.A~S
Bigelow Trap Co. BD Tm-catch, Inc. Tm-Catch Traps
979 Milford Ave. Box 327 P.O. Box 816
Marysville, OH 43040 Dickeuson, ND Belle Fourehe, SD 57717
(513) 642-6786 (701) 225-0398 (605) 892-4797
(Body grip) (Live trap)
B-Kind Animal Control Equipment Duke Company Hancook Trap Co.
Southeastern Metal Products, Inc. 508 Brame Avenue Rt. 1, Box 38-2
1200 Foster St. NW, PO Box 93038 P.O. Box 555 Buffalo Gap, SD 57722
Allanta, GA 30377 West Point, MS 39773 (605) 833-6530
(404) 351-6686 (601) 494-6767 (Beaver and otter live trap)
(Live trap)
Halfrich's Holdzem Trap Division Ketch-All Co.
Star Rt., Box 428 Oberlin Canteen Co. 2537 University Ave.
Miinm, TX 75959 212 Sumner St., P.O. Box 208 San Diego, CA 92104
(409) 625-4243 Oberlin, OH 44074 (619) 297-1953
(Leghold) (216) 774-3391 (Live trap)
(Live trap)
M&M Fur Co. Meyer Manufacturin8 Mustang Mfg. Co.
Box 15 Box 153 P.O. Box 10947
Bridgewater, SD 57319-0015 Garrison, IA 52229 Houston, TX 77018
(605) 729-2535 (800) 255-2255 (713) 682-0811
(Break-way snares & lures) (Live trap)
Nash Mole Trap Co. Northwoods Wildlife Mgt. Equip. O'Gorman Enterprises, Inc.
5716 East "S" Avenue P.O. Box 375 Box 419
Vicksburg, MI 49097-9990 Cffeenburg, PA 15601 Broadus, MT 59317
(616) 323-2980 (412) 832-9759 (406) 436-2234
(Mole trap) (Leghold, body grip)
Safe-N-Sound Live Traps Seabright Enterprises, Ltd. H.B. Sherman Traps, Inc.
P.O. Box 52, Highway 175 4026 Harlan St. P.O. Box 20267
Morrison, IA 50657 EmeDwille, CA 94608 Tallahassee, FL 32316
(800) 64g-CAGE (415) 655-3126 (904) 562-5566
(Live trap)
H.J. Spencer & Sons Stendal Products, Inc. Sullivans Sure-Catch Traps
P.O. Box 131 986 E. Laurel Rd. Box 1241, 2324 S. Patterson
Galne~ille, FL 32602 Bellingham, WA 98226 Valdosta. GA 31601
(904) 372-4018 (206) 398-2353
(Live trap) (Live trap)
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Tomahawk Live Trap Co. P-W Manufacturing Co. Trap-Ease, Inc.
P.O. Box 323 610 High Street 3001 Redhill Ave., Bldg. 4, Ste. 120
Tomahawk, Wl 54487 He~. etla, OK Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(715) 453-3550 (Death-Klutch Gopher/Mole Trap) (714) 979-5445
(Live trap)
Woodstream Corp.
Lifitz, PA 17543
(717) 626-2125
(Body grip, leghold, live trap)
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6 -WILDLIFE CONTROL PROCEDURES
OVERVIEW Wildlife that is identified as hazardous during and after the completion of
the recommended habitat modifications will be controlled with direct
control techniques that are effective, feasible, and legal. Following are
wildlife control guidelines that summarize procedures most commonly
used to control wildlife species at airports and may be used at CLM.
While this section provides a general summary of available techniques, it is
by no means a comprehensive listing of all methods. Situations
surrounding wildlife hazards at airports are extremely variable, therefore, it
is essential to adopt a flexible, innovative, and adaptive approach to
managing wildlife hazards. Wildlife identification guides and handbooks
will be available for use by wildlife control personnel at CLM.
BIRD Several species of birds are present at CLM and represent the most
CONTROL significant strike hazard. Although gulls are of primary concern, migratory
species and juvenile birds may also constitute unusual wildlife hazards
because of their general unfamiliarity with the airport environment. Much
of this chapter is devoted to methods that may be used to haze birds from
the airport, but as previously stated, dispersal methods are not limited only
to methods discussed herein. If properly applied, however, these
techniques will reduce most hazards involving species of concern at the
airport and landfill.
MAMMAL Hazards involving the majority of mammalian species at CLM can be
CONTROL reduced by applying habitat modifications and exclusionary devices such
as fencing. With the exception of coyotes, large mammals such as deer
and bear have already been precluded from using the airfield by fencing,
but smaller mammals exist on the airfield in low to moderate densities,
providing an attraction to larger predators and raptors.
WILDLIFE CLM will maintain a wildlife patrol crew consisting ofa WS specialist or
PATROL qualified equivalent, with supplemental support provided by the FBO
(Unicom) and landfill personnel. The patrol will monitor and respond to
wildlife hazards on the airfield and landfill, and will coordinate their
activities through the Wildlife Coordinator. The crew will be trained in
wildlife identification, proper control techniques, and safe operations as
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outlined in Chapter 7. The crew will have a radio-equipped vehicle and
adequate wildlife control materials. When conducting wildlife control
activities in the AOA, the patrol will maintain clear communications with
Port Angeles air traffic or Port Angeles Unicom in accordance with FAA
policies. The crew will also be responsible for conducting routine runway
sweeps at least 3 times per day, recording any dead animals found from
strikes on Form 5200-7 (Appendix B) or other wildlife-related activities
(e.g., notable hazards, animals killed or dispersed, unusual wildlife
behavior, etc.) on the Daily Wildlife Activity Report form (Appendix C).
Completed forms will be forwarded to the Wildlife Coordinator for review.
WILDLIFE Each wildlife hazard that develops will be analyzed by wildlife control
CONTROL personnel to determine a practical solution. The initial response for most
species will be hazing (frightening devices), followed by population
control methods when necessary. A primary key to successful wildlife
control is persistence and innovation on the part of the employees
involved. Personnel will need to select techniques according to their
biological, sociological, economical, and political effectiveness. Most
control techniques retain their effectiveness if they are used infrequently
and in conjunction with other methods. Some methods such as pesticides
or leg-hold traps are only effective and legal for specific species and
situations. Other techniques are much more readily available and easy to
use. The method(s) chosen will depend largely on the situation and the
species involved. Personnel involved in direct control should be aware of
potential diseases wildlife can carry and take appropriate precautions
(Appendix K).
USDA-WS WS currently has a Specialist that conducts control activities on the CLM
ASSISTANCE airport and landfill, and can assist with wildlife-related activities involving
coyote, deer, bear, raccoon, and beaver problems at CLM. Many of the
techniques involved in controlling these species are very different from
traditional bird hazards, and require specialized experience and permits to
implement. The current WS Specialist is Hans Hayden and he can be
contacted at (360) 452-9272 for problems involving these species.
COUNTY Clallam County Animal Control can assist CLM with free-roaming dogs
ANIMAL and cats. Ifa dog is seen on the airfield, they should be contacted for
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CONTROL assistance at (452-7836), If the animal poses an immediate threat to
ASSISTANCE aviation, wildlife control personnel should attempt to catch or disperse it.
PART A AUDITORY FRIGHTENING TECHNIQUES
OVERVIEW Frightening or harassment techniques - hazing - can quickly repel birds
and mammals from problem areas for short term relief. These techniques
should only be used as needed so they retain their effectiveness.
PYROTECHNICS Pyrotechnics are non-lethal, fast burning or explosive devices such as
racket, report, and whistle bombs, cracker shells, rockets, and flares used
to deter wildlife. These will only be used by personnel trained and
certified in their use (Chapter 7).
15mm Launcher Racket, report and whistle bomb cartridges are shot from a launcher
& Cartridges similar to a starter pistol. Reports travel about 40 yards and blow up.
Whistle and racket cartridges travel up to 75 yards, making noise the entire
time. Racket bombs and report cartridges are generally effective for
controlling wildlife and can be launched using a 15mm pistol launcher, the
easiest of all pyrotechnics to use. Both the landfill and airport at CLM
will make 15mm pistols, and bangers/racket cartridges available to
anybody who may be responsible for dispersing wildlife.
Cracker Shells Cracker shells are shot from a 12-gauge shotgun, travel about I00 yards,
and blow up. The barrel needs to be checked for obstructions after each
firing because the wad can get stuck and cause the next shell to blow up in
the barrel. The shotgun must be cleaned frequently because hard carbon
deposits from the black powder in the shell accumulate in the barrel,
making it dangerous to fire and potentially ruining the barrel. Cracker
shells are not recommended for general use in each vehicle because of the
problems they can present, but the principle dispersal personnel may
cracker shells useful because of their increased range. A single shot
(breach-action) 12 gauge shotgun may be purchased in the future for use at
CLM along with cracker shells depending on need.
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Others Rockets are launched from the ground, but are often impractical for use
and inappropriate at airports because of their random flight. Flares are
launched from a pistol, but are also impractical for extensive use. If strikes
become frequent at night, flares and propane cannons could be used to
disperse birds prior to arrivals or departures of aircraft. CLM will
purchase these if they become necessary.
Safety When using pyrotechnics, safety glasses and gloves are recommended
because blasting caps and other debris are sometimes ejected back at the
shooter. Caution must be exercised during dry times of the year because
cartridge debris is capable of starting fires. Ifa pyrotechnic cartridge
doesn't fire, a dud, the area it traveled to should be monitored for fires and
after a short time retrieved if possible. Pyrotechnics should be stored in a
dry location, and whenever possible, the batch should be used within a year
of its date of acquisition. Do not use pyrotechnics within 300 yards of the
fuel farm. Never point the firing devices at anything that you do not want
to shoot! Treat them the same as any other firearm. Do not mix cracker
shells with live ammunition. It is best not to shoot pyrotechnics over
runways, but if it is necessary, the casing should be recovered to avoid a
FOD hazard. And finally, examine the barrel for obstructions after firing a
12-gauge cracker shell because wads can get stuck, causing the next shell
to blow-up in the barrel.
Shooting Pyrotechnics are easy to use, but they involve the use firearms and must be
Pyrotechnics treated as such (know the ten commandments of safety described in the
shooting section). To shoot pyrotechnics, point the pistol or shotgun in the
desired direction at a 30-45 degree angle above the ground. Pistols should
be shot with an outstretched arm and shotguns the same as if you were
shooting a regular shell. Be sure of your backstop, pull the trigger
(pyrotechnics do not have a recoil), follow through (don't pull away while
shooting), and watch to see where the projectile goes.
Method for The wildlife hazard patrol crew must determine the most effective methods
Frightening Birds to disperse different species. Reactions may vary depending on a number
of factors such as species, time of year, value of resource to wildlife
(motivation), and number of animals present. Generally, the best
technique to disperse wildlife is to get positioned between the animal(s)
and the active runway and stay upwind so they are more likely to fly away
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from you when dispersed (birds normally take off into the x~ind, torn, and
then fly with the wind when being harassed). Shooters should face away
from the runway and shoot at about a 45-degree angle away from the target
on the opposite side of the desired escape route. The shooter should get as
close to the birds as possible to expedite their departure. In some
sitoations, birds may only circle and move to another par~ of the airport or
retorn to the same spot without abandoning the site altogether. This is
especially true of shorebirds or birds that have been hazed frequently.
During these sitoations, Port Angeles Unicom will provide temporary
assistance to the wildlife patrols. All debris from pyrotechnics will be
retrieved when possible, especially from the runway and taxiways where
they can become a FOD hazard.
BIOACOUSTICS Bioacoustics are amplified distress/alarm calls from relevant bird species
and loud irritating sounds such as dogs barking, gun shots, and people
talking. Distress calls are generally species specific, and consist of a
recording of the sound they make when they are injured or have been
captored by a predator. Responses to distress calls vary among species,
with some birds dispersing from the sound, while others are attracted to the
source to investigate. Because gulls, crows, and ravens will often
investigate the source of the call, it should not be used when aircraft are on
approach or about to depart, especially if they will be drawn across the
runway. Other sounds such as dogs barking can be used to disperse some
species such as deer and birds that do not have specific distress calls that
repel them.
Equipment Bird distress or alarm calls and other irritating sounds are recorded on tape
cassettes are available commercially. The playback equipment consists of:
(1) Cassette Player - An auto cassette player with a top-end frequency of
20,000 Hz.
(2) Amplifiers - speakers that produce loud sound with good fidelity and
an output capability of 30-50 watts each without distortion and 90 to 110
decibels in front.
(3) Speakers - Directional, Iow impedance, waterproof speakers are
recommended.
The cassette player is usually mounted in the wildlife patrol vehicle with
one or two loudspeakers mounted on top. Some portable players are
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available but need a plug-in for the cigarette lighter or alligator clips for
the battery.
Operation When operating distress calls, experience will be the best teacher.
Generally, the patrol vehicle should be stationary, situated about 100 yards
upwind from the birds. Calls should not be activated from across a runway
or active taxiway because sometimes distress calls attract birds. Play the
distress call for 10-20 seconds and then shut it off. If the birds are not
frightened, play it again in 15-30 seconds for another 10-20 seconds. The
longer the tape is played, the more curious the birds may be and will
investigate the source. When the birds become frightened by the distress
calls, reinforce their dispersal by firing a few pyrotechnics. Bioacoustics
usually require more time to frighten birds, but are a valuable tool. The
calls can be effective if used with discretion and if the distress tapes are
recorded specifically for the species being hazed.
PROPANE Propane exploders or gas cannons are static devices operated by propane or
EXPLODERS other gas. These devices produce a noise louder than a shotgun blast.
Exploders can be set up and left to operate continuously for a period of
time. As with other frightening methods, however, it is best to use them
sparingly so birds do not habituate to them. The exploders should be
hidden or camouflaged, moved frequently, and have the interval between
blasts varied. The interval between blasts depends upon the species of bird
being repelled. For waterfowl, the blast should be as long an interval as
possible, about 1 blast/15 minutes. Blackbirds require a more frequent
interval at 1 blast/I-5 minutes. For normal programs, the cannon should be
operated for 3-5 days and then left offfor a few days. These can be used
at night for waterfowl if they become a frequent problem at CLM,
however, many of the strikes involving waterfowl at night occur away
from the airport will not be abated with cannons. Because CLM is
surrounded by residential housing and birds exhibit very little night
activity on the airfield, cannons should be shut down during periods of
darkness to avoid complaints.
BIRD Each species reacts differently to auditory stimuli and the different
REACTIONS techniques. Waterfowl normally will leave the area immediately, whereas
blackbirds and starlings will often form tight flocks and fly away from the
noise, but may circle and return to the source of the sound. Gulls generally
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habituate rapidly to most auditory stimuli, and will circle and return to
their original location unless they are periodically reinforced by shooting
or some other form of simultaneous lethal control. Crows and ravens are
usually attracted to the source of the sound before abandoning the area, but
they become accustomed to pyrotechnics rather quickly and may return
soon after the patrol leaves. Hawks are often indifferent to blasts, but
usually move away from noises in a slow soaring pattern, whereas pigeons
often scatter in all directions. Herons and egrets often rise and fly only a
short distance and may need several successive auditory stimuli to leave
the airport. Unfortunately, most scare devices are not effective at night
and auditory devices are limited to propane cannons.
PART B VISUAL FRIGHTENING DEVICES
OVERVIEW Visual frightening devices supplement other techniques in reducing
wildlife numbers, but are usually not effective by themselves. Several are
effective for short term control of problem situations.
SCARECROWS Scarecrows have long been used for bird control and do provide some
relief, especially when used in conjunction with other techniques. These
include human and coyote effigies, hawk silhouettes, and dead bird
carcasses. The human effigy is most effective if it is moved often, and has
eyes on the front and back of the head and clothes with arms and legs sway
in the wind. Coyote effigies are very effective if they are taxidermy type
mounts (even poor quality). Imitation dead-bird carcasses, particularly
gulls and crows, have been successful in repelling birds. Stuffed birds in
abnormal positions and realistic plastic models have been successful with
some species of gulls, and have an effective radius of about 150 feet. The
effect is usually only short lived, 2-3 days, unless they are used
infrequently and moved. Owl decoys should be avoided since their
effectiveness is short lived for most species and they may even attract birds
such as crows and blackbirds.
BALLOONS, Helium filled balloons with eyes on all sides and hawk kites combine
HAWK KITES shape and movement to frighten birds, and can be effective for short-term
& control. They are especially effective for roost control. They can also be
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MODEL used in fields to deter flocks of small birds from feeding, but the effective
PLANES radius is generally relatively small. Use of balloons or kites should be
sporadic so that birds do not become accustomed to them. The condition
of balloons and kites should be monitored to ensure they don't break free
and creato a FOD hazard to aircraft. Another airborne frightening device
is a radio-controlled model aircraft shaped and painted to look like hawks.
These have proved very effective, but a skilled operator is necessary and
communication with the tower essential.
MYLAR TAPE Mylar tape (½"- 1 ") can effectively keep birds away from small areas, but
it requires constant repair and replacement, especially during periods of
high wind. It produces fright by sight and sound when properly installed.
Tape should be tautly stretched between two posts or stakes. Stakes should
be 25 to 100 feet apart, with a 10-50-foot spacing between rows,
depending on the situation. When mylar tape is stretched, it should be
twisted several times so that it will seesaw back and forth in the wind.
When the wind picks up, the tape will also make a low irritating hum.
This can be quite effective for gulls, blackbirds, and waterfowl.
LIGHTS Flashing lights, rotating or strobe, have been somewhat successful for bird
control. The prevalence of these types of lights at airports for navigational
purposes, however, makes them impractical.
PART C POPULATION REDUCTION METHODS
OVERVIEW Wildlife can become accustomed to frightening techniques or may not be
deterred by nonlethal dispersal methods at all. This is especially true when
only one device is consistently used to frighten wildlife, and for animals
whose territory resides on the airport property, especially mammals. It
may become necessary to shoot a few offending individuals to reinforce
frightening methods or use population reduction methods to remove a
significant number of a resident population such as house mice or voles. A
permit is required to take most species of wildlife unless they are
specifically exempt. These techniques should be used with discretion and
should be conducted in a professional, humane manner. When
implementing lethal control measures, the wildlife patrol must be sensitive
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to concerns that some members of the general public may have regarding
lethal control.
SHOOTING Shooting is a very effective technique for reducing wildlife hazards. It can
be used to remove problem individuals or add to the effectiveness of a
hazing program. Shooting live ammunition requires a person that is
safety-minded. The shooter must fully be aware of the backstop, direction
of the shot, and species being taken. The shooter must also have in his
possession a valid depredation permit for the species being taken, except
for starlings, pigeons, house sparrows, crows, magpies, and other species
identified in the Table 2 (Chapter 4). Several species at CLM are protected
as threatened or endangered (Table 3) and should not be shot under any
circumstances because of their rarity and legal status, hence, the shooter
must be able to identify different species.
Equipment Shooters will need a shotgun to carry out duties at the airport associated
with wildlife control. An air rifle pellet/pellet gun is also ideal for many
situations. On rare occasions, a higher-powered rifle may have to be used.
Extreme caution must be exercised when using a rifle or any firearm, and
shooters must be reliable and trained in firearm safety. A 12-gauge
shotgun is the recommended all-purpose firearm for the airport, and is
desirable for most species of birds that represent the greatest hazards to
aircraft. Because of environmental concerns, steel shot will be used.
Other firearms (e.g., air-rifle), are optional and will only be purchased if
deemed necessary.
Firearm Safety Safety is the greatest concern when firing live ammunition at an airport.
All personnel involved with shooting at the airport will be required to
attend firearm safety training (Chapter 7) and airport orientation that
familiarizes shooters with sensitive and off-limits areas such as the fuel
farm.
Shooting Safety The "Ten Commandments of Shooting Safety" provide the basic
guidelines for shooting safety, and if followed, will prevent accidents from
happening. These are:
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1. Treat ~very firearm with the same respect you would show a loaded gun. Every
time you ?ick up a firearm, thc first thing you should do is check to see if it is loaded.
Check to see that the chamber and magazine are empty and that the action is open until it is
ready to bc Cured. ff you do not understand how to determine if it is loaded, be sure not to
accept the firearm from someone until they safely show you that it is unloaded. Also have
them sho~' you how the action works. For new firearms, read the instruction manual
cerefully before you handle it.
2. AIway.~ point the muzzle in a safe direction. Do not point a firearm at anything you
do not intend to shoot. Control the direction of the muzzle at all times. Never rest a muzzle
on your toe or foot. Keep your f'mger out of the trigger guard until the instant you are
ready to £ure. Protect the ~igger guard from branches or other objects by keeping your
£mger along the side (not inside). Always keep the safety on until you are ready to fire; the
safety, though, is not a substitute for safe firearm handling as they can malfunction.
3. Be sure of your target and what is in front of and beyond it. Before you pull the
trigger, you must identify your target properly and know what is in front and behind it.
Don~ take shots where you are unsure of what's beyond, ie. on top of a ridge. Never shoot
at hard rial surfaces such as water or pavement; ricochets are dangerous from these surfaces
since you cannot determine where they will go. During target practice, make sure you have
a proper backstop. Know the maximum and effective range for your mnmunitinn.
4. Unload firearms when not in use. Leave actions open, and store fircm-~ns in cases
when traveling to and from shooting areas. Know how your firearm operates. Store them
under lock and key in a cool dry place. Ammunition should be stored in a separate place.
Trigger guards or locks are a good idea for the home.
5. Handle firearms and ammunition carefully. Avoid all horseplay with firearms. Do
not cross fences or difficult terrain, climb trees or ladders, or jump creeks with a loaded
weapon, l~eam the proper carries for a gun in the field; try to usc a two-handed carry
whenever possible because you'll have better control of the muzzle direction. Never look
down a barrel to check for obstructions; open the action and look from the breech end -
carry a field cleaning kit.
6. Know your safe zone-of-fire and stick to R. Your safe zone of fire is that area or
direction where you can safely rue a shot - know where any companions are, buildings,
property, the fuel farm, and other obstructions.
7. Control your emotions when it comes to safety. When you lose control of your
emotions, you may get careless. Wildlife control at airports is a job end not a sport. Safety
comes f'irsl, pass up shots if they are unsafe.
8. Wear bearing and eye protection. While in the air operating area, it is a good idea to
wear both hearing and eye protection. Shooting, ah'planes and pyrotechnics are loud and
have decibels that can damage heating. Debris, especially from pyrotechnics, can be
ejected back into your eyes, damaging them.
9. Don't d rink alcohol or take drugs before or while handling firearms. Alcohol and
drugs can hnpair physical and mental functions making it easy to lose control. This is lrue
of several over the counter and prescribed medications, so talk with your physician or
check the label.
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10. Be aware of additional circumstances which require added cantions or safety
awareness. Just bec~t~se something hasn't bean listed thus far, doesnt mean there are not
additional dangers. H a~ldling fzrearms requires a great deal of common sense, respect, and
good judgement. Accidants can happan to anyone, even people that have handled firearms
for years. Review firearm safety periodically to refresh your memory to ensure that
accidents don't happen.
TRAPS Several different styles of traps are available to control wildlife including
cage traps, decoy traps, leghold traps, and snares. Traps are primarily
effective in removing problem individuals such as a skunk or racoon in a
building, a coyote in the AOA, or nesting starlings. Trapping is generally
not an effective control mechanism for removing large numbers of prey-
based animals such as voles, mice, or rabbits. CLM will have on hand a
supply of traps for different types of wildlife that might be expected on the
airfield at some point throughout the year. Traps will be checked at least
every 48 hours, or according to Washington wildlife regulations,
whichever is more restrictive.
PESTICIDES Several pesticides are available for population reduction. These are
especially useful for reducing rodent populations. The most appropriate
pesticides that can be used to control specific types of wildlife at CLM are
discussed in Appendix L. Specific information for the pesticides available
in Washington and examples of their labels and Material Safety Data
sheets are also given in Appendix L.
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7 - TRAINING
OVERVIEW Training is essential for those personnel involved in the WHMP. The
Wildlife Coordinator will ensure that personnel are trained.
STANDARD Wildlife control personnel will receive training in wildlife hazards at
TRAINING airports, laws associated with wildlife control, techniques used for prey-
base reductions, firearm and pyrotechnic safety including hands-on
training, and wildlife identification and dispersal techniques. Airport
communications and driving safety will also be given to employees
involved in wildlife control to operate safely in the AOA.
USI)A-WS WS has instructors that teach a standardized one-day course for wildlife
INSTRUCTORS patrol personnel. The purpose of the course is to familiarize personnel
involved with airport and landfill operations basic bird identification and
dispersal techniques. The course also involves hands-on training using
pyrotechnics, and other deterrent equipment, with an emphasis on safety.
This training will be offered to all personnel responsible in whole or part.
CLM The following CLM personnel have attended a wildlife control and firearm
PERSONNEL safety workshop, and have had AOA/Ramp training:
CERTIFIED
Name: Date:
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Name Date
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8 - EVALUATION
OVERVIEW The WHMP will be evaluated at least annually. The Wildlife Hazard
Group will determine the effectiveness of the WHMP at reducing wildlife
strikes at CLM and monitor the status of hazard reduction projects,
including their completion dates.
MEETINGS The Wildlife Hazard Working Group will meet at least once per year
during the month of May, but the group may convene more regularly if
situations arise as determined by the wildlife coordinator.
WILDLIFE The Wildlife Coordinator will keep a database of wildlife strikes and
STRIKE populations on the airfield, landfill, and surrounding areas. Information
DATABASE from this database will be used to identify trends and monitor increases in
wildlife hazards on the airfield. If unacceptable increases are noticed, the
cause will be determined and the WHMP will be modified to reflect new
directions to resolve the problems.
AIRPORT Airport expansion plans will be reviewed by the Wildlife Coordinator and
EXPANSION Biologist to ensure that new developments will not inadvertently result in
increased wildlife hazards aircraft operations.
FAA FAA Regional Coordinators will be invited to make comments on the
INVOLVEMENT WHMP and to attend annual meetings for their input and concurrence.
PROJECTED The following projects will be assigned by the WHG, and target dates for
TIME TABLE completion will be delineated.
CLM WILDL~'E HAZARD TARGET DATE
MANAGEIV[ENT PROJECT DATE COMI~LETED
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CLMWILDLWEHAZARD ] TARGET I DATE
MANAGEMENT PROJECT DATE COMELETED
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9 - AGENCY DIRECTORY
REGULATORYAND ENFORCEMENT MUNICIPAL AGENCIES
U.S. Fish and t4rddllfe Service ~ddlife Perrnia~gt Clallam County Animal Control OJ~'tce
Migratory. Bird Permits 321 E. 5~' St.
911 NE 1 lth Ave. Port Angeles, WA 98362
Portland, OR 97232-4181 (360) 452-7836
(503) 872-2715
Port Angeles Police Department- Dispatch
U.S. Fish and W'ddlife Service (T&E Species) 321 E. 5t~ St.
North Pacific Coast Eeoregion Port Angeles, WA 98362
Western Washington Office (360) 452-4545
510 Desmond Drive SE, Suite 102
Lacey, WA 98503 Clallam County Sheriffs Department
(360) 753-9440 223 E. 4~ St.
Port Angeles, WA 98362
U.S. Fish and [F'ddlife Service (Law Enforcement) (360) 417-2259
(425) 883-8122
W'dllam 1~ Fairchild lnternational Airport
Washington State Department ofFish and W'ddllfe Port of Port Angles
(Law enforcement and Perrniffing) P.O. Box 1350
Law Enforcement Port Angeles, WA 98362
62 Old Olympic Hwy. (360) 457-1138 - Wildlife Coordinator (Airport)
Port Angeles, WA 98362
(360) 452-8781 City of Port Angeic$ - Public [Vorks Department
P.O. box 1150
Washington State Department offish and W'ddlife 321 E. 5t~ St.
(T&E Species) Port Angeles, WA 98362-0217
600 Capitol Way North (360) 417-4801 - Wildlife Coordinator
Olympi~ WA 98501 - 1091 (360) 417 -4873 - Landfill
(360) 902-2515 - Maia Switchboard
(360) 902-2694 - T&E Section, NRB Office - 5t~ floor Clallam County Department of Commun~
Development - Environmental Health Division
FederalAviationAdministration (FAA) P.O. Box 863
1601 Lind Ave., SW, Ste. 250 223 E. 4a St.
Renton, WA 98055-4056 Port Angeles, WA 98362-0149
Safety and Standards Branch (360) 417-2000
(425) 227-1621 - Certification Officer
(425) 227-2607 TECHNICAL AS,¥ISTANCE
Seattle Airports District Office (ADO)
(425) 227-2657 - Supervisor. U.S. Department of Agriculture, gF'tldllfe Services
720 O'Leary St., NW
Federal/iviation Administration (F,a~4) Olympia, WA 98502
Staff Wildlife Biologist (360) 753-9884 - Olympia
FAA Airport Safety and Compliance (360) 452-9272 - Port Angeles
FAA-AA5-317
800 Independence Ave., SW Washington State University Cooperative
Washington, DC 20591 Extension of Clallam County
(202) 267-3389 223 E. 4t~ St.
Port Angeles, WA 98362
(360) 417-2279
PORT ANGELES AIRPORT AND LANDFILL - WILDLIFE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN
CHAPTER 9 9.2
Washington State Department of Agriculture
(Pesticides Management)
P.O. Box 42589
Olympia, WA 98584
(360) 902-2010
Washington Poison Control Center
1-800-732-6985
PORT ANGELES AIRPORT AND I~tlAI)'FILL - WILl)LIFE HAZARD MANAGEMENT PLAN
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WASHINGTON, U.S.A.
DATE: March 15, 1999
ME M O To: Utility Advisory Committee
FROM: Bob Titus, Deputy Director of Utility Services ~
PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT RE: Letter to Congressional Delegation Supporting Private Use Legislation
Jack Piffis
Director [4801] Congress is currently discussing a number of electric utility deregulation issues including tax
Phyllis Rasler exempt financing. Several bills addressing this issue have been or will soon be introduced in
Administrative Assistant Congress and not all of them are good for municipal electric utilities like City Light. The
[4800]
Northwest
Public
Power
Association (NWPPA) which tracks federal legislation for public
cate Rinehart power is urging its members to write a letter to our congressional delegation asking for their
Administrative Assistant
{4700] support of specific legislation introduced in both the House (H.R. 721) and the Senate (S. 386).
Draft copies of both letters supplied by NWPPA are attached and provide a good analysis of
Ken Ridout
Deputy Director [48021 this issue as well as a proposal to tax the revenues of state and local government. Sending a
letter to our congressional delegation as proposed by NWPPA is in the best interests of the
Bob Titus
Deputy Director [4701] city.
Gary Kenworthy
City Engineer [4803] Action to be taken: Reconunend to the City Council that the City send a letter to our
jim Harper congressional delegation supporting H.R. 721 and S. 386 and opposing proposals to tax the
Electrical Engineer [4702] revenues of state and local government.
LOU Haehnlen
Building Omcial {4815] Estimated time: 15 minutes.
Tom Speriine
Sr Electrical Inspector [4735]
Scott McLain
Power Manager [4703]
Ralph E,sworth
Water, Wastewater Collection
Superintendent [4855]
Pete Surrett
Equipment Services
Superintendent [4835]
Mark Sharnp
Light Operations Manager [4731]
Kevin Curtis
Treat. Plant Supervisor [4845]
Tom McCabe
SW Collection Supervisor [4876]
Steve Evans
Landfill Supervisor [4873]
Dave Wilcox
Street Maintenance Supervisor
[4825]
pORTAN'GEL,ES
WASHINGTON, U.S.A.
CITY COUNCIL
March 16, 1999
The Honorable Slade Gorton, U.S. Senator
730 Hart Senate Building
Washington, D.C. 20510
RE: S.386
Dear Senator Gorton:
As a member of the Northwest Public Power Association, we are writing to express our strong
support for the fair and reasonable solution to the problems posed by the "private use" restrictions
on public power bonds that are contained in S.386, the "Bond Fairness and Protection Act of
1999." We along with others in our Association urge you to co-sponsor S:386 and also to oppose
any effort to tax state and local government revenues as a part of electricity industry restructuring.
Legislation (S.386) was recently introduced by yourself, Robert Kerrey (D-NE), and a bipartisan
group of eight other Senators that appropriately resolves the "private use" issue. The
Gorton/Kerrey bill provides state and locally owned utilities with two options for obtaining the
relief they need to enter competitive electricity markets without jeopardizing the tax-exempt
status of outstanding bonds. At the same time, it requires those taking this relief to make
significant concessions on the future use of tax-exempt bonds. Importantly, however, the bill
respects state and local authority by allowing those decisions to be made at the state and local
level. Subsequently, Ways and Means members J.D. Hayworth (R-AZ) and Bob Matsui (D-CA)
introduced a House version of this bill (H.R. 721).
We believe this is a fair and balanced approach to dealing with an issue that is widely recognized
as a very significant barrier to participation by state and locally owned utilities in retail electricity
markets. Moreover, we believe that the Bill meets the concerns expressed by private utilities
about potential unfair financing advantages.
In addition, we are very concerned about proposals to tax the revenues of state and local
government. The trade association for the private utilities continues to oppose the
HayworthYMatsui bill, in large part because it does not impose federal taxes on electric revenues
of state and locally owned utilities. Private utilities also sponsored legislation in the 105th
Congress (and are expected to do so again in the 106th) that would require federal income tax on
portions of such revenues.
321 EAST FIFTH STREET ¢~ P. O. BOX 1150 ® PORT ANGELES, WA 98362-0217
PHONE: 360-417-4500 · FAX: 360-417-4509 ® TTY: 360-417-4645
E-MAIL: COU NCI L~CL PORT'ANG ELES.WA.US
Proposals to tax state and local revenues, no matter what the purported justification, are
fundamentally inconsistent with our system of government. Breaching the historical tax
immunity between the levels of government would be a serious and dangerous precedent. We
believe that local governments with and without utilities will strongly oppose this precedent and
we urge you to reject any such proposal.
We appreciate your consideration of our views and hope that you will be able to support and co-
sponsor S.386 as this legislation addresses these important issues for state and locally owned
electricity utilities.
Sincerely,
Port Angeles City Council
Gary Braun, Mayor Larry Doye, Deputy Mayor
Orville Campbell Jim Hulett
Cathleen McKeown Glenn Wiggins
Larry Williams
WASHINGTON, U.S.A.
CITY COUNCIL
· March 16, 1999
· The Honorable Norm Dicks, U.S. Congressman
2467 Raybum HOB
Washington, D.C. 20515
RE: H.R.721
Dear Congressman Dicks:
As a member of the Northwest Public Power Association, we are writing to express our strong
support for the fair and reasonable solution to the problems posed by the "private use" restrictions
on public power bonds that are contained in H.R.721, the "Bond Fairness and Protection Act of
1999." We along with others in our Association urge you to co-sponsor H.R.721 and also to
oppose any effort to tax state and local government revenues as a part of electricity industry
restructuring.
Legislation (H.R.721) was recently introduced in the House by Ways and Means members J.D.
Hayworth (R-AZ) and Bob Matsui (D-CA) that appropriately resolves the "private use" issue.
The Hayworth/Matsui bill provides state and locally owned utilities with two options for
obtaining the relief they need to enter competitive electricity markets without jeopardizing the
tax-exempt status of outstanding bonds. At the same time, it requires those taking this relief to
make significant concessions on the future use of tax-exempt bonds. Importantly, however, the
bill respects state and local authority by allowing those decisions to be made at the state and local
level. H.R.721 was introduced subsequent to the Gorton/Kerrey bill (S.386) which was recently
reintroduced this Congress by Senators Slade Gorton (R-WA), 'Robert Kerrey (D-NE), and a
bipartisan group of eight other Senators.
We believe this is a fair and balanced approach to dealing with an issue that is widely recognized
as a very significant barrier to participation by state and locally owned utilities in retail electricity
markets. Moreover, we believe that the Bill meets the concerns expressed by private utilities in
retail electricity markets. Moreover, we believe that the Bill meets the concerns expressed by
private utilities about potential unfair financing advantages.
In addition, we are very concerned about proposals to tax the revenues of state and local
government. The trade association for the private utilities continues to oppose the
321 EAST FIFTH STREET · p. O. BOX 1150 ® PORT ANGELES, WA 98362-0217
PHONE: 360-417-4500 · FAX: 360-417-4509 · TTY: 360-417-4645
E-MAIL: COU NCII~Ci. PORT. A NGE LES.WA. US
Hayworth/Matsui bill, in large part because it does not impose federal taxes on electric revenues
of state and locally owned utilities. Private utilities also sponsored legislation in the 105th
Congress (and are expected to do so again in the 106th) that would require federal income tax on
portions of such revenues.
Proposals to tax state and local revenues, no matter what the purported justification, are
fundamentally inconsistent with our system of government. Breaching the historical tax
immunity between the levels of government would be a serious and dangerous precedent. We
believe that local governments with and without utilities will strongly oppose this precedent and
we urge you to reject any such proposal.
We appreciate your consideration of our views and hope that you will be able to support and co-
sponsor H.R.721 as this legislation addresses these important issues for state and locally owned
electricity utilities.
Sincerely,
Port Angeles City Council
Gary. Braun, Mayor Larry Doye, Deputy Mayor
Orville Campbell Jim Hulett
Cathleen McKeown Glenn Wiggins
Larry Williams
WASHINGTON, U.S.A.
CITY COUNCIL
March 16, 1999
The Honorable Patty Murray, U.S. Senator
111 Russell Senate Building
Washington, D.C. 20510
RE: S.386
Dear Senator Murray:
As a member of the Northwest Public Power Association, we are writing to express our strong
support for the fair and reasonable solution to the problems posed by the "private use" restrictions
on public power bonds that are contained in S.386, the "Bond Fairness and Protection Act of
1999." We along with others in our Association urge you to co-sponsor S.386 and also to oppose
any effort to tax state and local government revenues as a part of electricity industD' restructuring.
Legislation (S.386) was recently introduced by Senators Slade Gonon (R-WA), Robert Kerrey
(D-NE), and a bipartisan group of eight other Senators that appropriately resolves the "private
use" issue. The Gorton/Kerrey bill provides state and locally owned utilities with two options for
obtaining the relief they need to enter competitive electricity markets without jeopardizing the
tax-exempt status of outstanding bonds. At the same time, it requires those taking this relief to
make significant concessions on the future use of tax-exempt bonds. Importantly, however, the
bill respects state and local authority by allowing those decisions to be made at the state and local
level. Subsequently, Ways and Means members J.D. Hayworth (R-AZ) and Bob Matsui (D-CA)
introduced a House version of this bill (H.R. 721 ).
We believe this is a fair and balanced approach to dealing with an issue that is widely recognized
as a very significant barrier to participation by state and locally owned utilities in retail electricity
markets, Moreover, we believe that the Bill meets the concerns expressed by private utilities
about potential unfair financing advantages·
In addition, we are very concerned about proposals to tax the revenues o£ slate and local
government. The trade association for the private utilities continues to oppose the
HayworthAMatsui bill, in large part because it does not impose federal taxes on electric revenues
of state and locally owned utilities. Private utilities also sponsored legislation in the 105th
Congress (and are expected to do so again in the 106th) that would require federal income tax on
portions of such revenues.
321 EAST FIFTH STREET · P. O. BOX 1150 ® PORT ANGELES, WA D8362-0217
PHONE: 360-417-4500 ® FAX: 360-417-4509 ® TTY: 360~417-~645
e-MAIL: CO U NCI L~CI. PORT-ANGE LES.WA. US
Proposals to tax state and local revenues, no matter what the purported justification, are
fundamentally inconsistent with our system of government. Breaching the historical tax
immunity between the levels of government would be a serious and dangerous precedent. We
believe that local governments with and without utilities will strongly oppose this precedent and
we urge you to reject any such proposal.
We appreciate your consideration of our views and hope that you will be able to support and co-
sponsor S.386 as this legislation addresses these important issues for state and locally owned
electricity utilities.
Sincerely,
Port Angeles City Council
Gary Braun, Mayor Larry Doye, Deputy Mayor
Orville Campbell Jim Hulett
Cathleen McKeown Glenn Wiggins
Larry Williams
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to its streams, due to't_he cooperative efforts: of bUS.ss, environmental and
Important Information About Your Utility Account
Dear Customer,
The City of Port Angeles is implementing new technological changes that will impact
the method by which utility payments are processed.
~' You may have noticed that the remittance address on the return envelope and the
utility bill stub has been changed. Your utihty payments are being mailedto a payment
processing company that will electronically scan your utihty bill stub and deposit your
payment. Your utility bill stub now has a numeric data line that contains important
information about your account. This feature enables high speed machines to optically
read the data line on the bottom of the utility bill stub and electronically update your
account.
It is important to return the utility bill stub with your payment
to ensure timely credit to your account.
When a payment is received without a bill stub, it requires manual processing and may
delay the posting of your payment. We encourage all customers to include the payment
stub with their payment to ensure reliable and timely processing.
Previous Balance Current Charges Customer NO.
$80.38 $30.49 094811 030
Amount Paid
$ 80.38 - Total Amount Due
$30.49
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JOHN AND MARY DOE
555 ANYSTREET SUITE 21
~' I4Zould you like to have your City of Port Angeles utility bill paid
automatically from your bank account without any additional charge ?
Look for the City's automatic bank payment program coming this Springt.
If you have any questions, please feel fxee to call a City of Port Angeles Customer
Service Representative at 457-0411.