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COMMISSIONERS' BRIEFING SESSION: Bob Minty, Emerflency Services Manafler re: Emerflency Mana- flement Course for County Officials: Bob Minty reported that he received approval from the State Emergency Management Department for an Emergency Management course for County officials to be held in Jefferson County. The County must provide confirmation that there are at least 50 people signed up to have the course held here. Bob Minty assured the Board that many people want to take this course, especially if it is offered here. Commissioner Wojt moved that the Emergency Services Director sign a letter of confirmation to the Department of Emergency Management. Commissioner Huntingford seconded th~ motion which carried by a unanimous vote. GMA Update: Assistant Planner Lesa Barnes reported that the Planning Commission will hold it's July 6 meeting at the Tri Area Community Center. The Brinnon Community Planning Committee will be holding their first community meeting on July 7, 1994. The community groups can make arrangements to use the copy machine at the Permit Center to copy their draft community plan for distribution. The Second Tuesday meeting of the com- munity planning groups is tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. at the Tri Area Community Center. A workshop needs to be setup for the Board to review the maps for the Zoning Code. Senior Planner James Holland reported that the environmental review on the resource lands (forest and mineral lands) is progressing. A workshop for the Board to review comments from the hearing and written testimony was scheduled for Thursday June 23, 1994 at 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Chambers. GMA Project Manager, Steve Ladd, reported on the last GMA Steering Com- mittee meeting and added that the next meeting is scheduled for June 29, 1994 from 4-6 p.m in the Public Works Conference Room. Al Scalf, Public Works Technician, reported on the Critical Areas Ordinance implementation. . VOL. no " ..... f'~G~ o 1062 Commissioners' Meeting Minutes: Week of June 13, 1994 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kent Anderson, Current Planning Supervisor, reported that the SEPA or- dinance is being reviewed and reworked to make it consistent with the Critical Areas Ordinance and other new County ordinances. Public Works Director Gary Rowe reported that he is meeting today with the PUD and the City to start looking at the cost of updating of the Coordinated Water System Plan. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: Concerns were expressed regarding the spraying of forest lands; the declaration of Marrowstone Island as a sole source aquifer, by the federal EP A, what that means, and if the County must declare this also; concerns about public participation in government and the need for the Board to set up a Water Advisory Committee. APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Wojt moved to delete items 2 and 7 and approve and adopt the balance of the consent agenda as presented. Commissioner Huntingford seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. 1. RESOLUTION NO. 62-95 re: In the Matter of Establishing a Special Fund to be known as the Grant Management Fund. 2. DELETE AGREEMENT, Interlocal re: Preparation of the Pre-Draft Housing Element for the Comprehensive Plan; Jefferson County Housing Authority (See item later in these Minutes.) 3. RESOLUTION NO. 63-94 re: Adopting Total Quality Management Principles and Establishing a Total Quality Steering Committee 4. AGREEMENT re: Easement and Use of Dedicated Drainage Ease- ment; Lot 32 Tala Shores No.3; Kenneth Thompson 5. RESOLUTION NO. 64-94 re: Establishing a Public Employee Rela- tions Fund Checking Account at the Quimper Credit Union 6. RESOLUTION NO. 65-94 re: HEARING NOTICE: 1994 Budget Appropriations and Extensions; Various County Departments 7. DELETE CONTRACT re: Juvenile Services Remodel Project #CH1125; Discovery Bay Construction Company (See item later in these Minutes.) 8. CONTRACT re: Purchase of One AS/400 9460 300-2041 Computer System; Compu-Tech, Inc. 9. HEARING NOTICE re: Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan 1995-2000; Hearing set for June 27, 1994 at 11:15 a.m. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 66-94 re: Creating a County Project No. CR1138; Widen and Surface Shoulders and Resurface; South Discovery Road 11. Reappointment to Stormwater Management Advisory Committee; Ryan Tillman to another 3 year term (term will expire 06/16/97). 12. Approval re: Revised Copy of Jefferson County Guidelines for Com- munity Planning- Committees (aka the Blue Book). VOL 20 rtŒ 0 1063 Commissioners' Meeting Minutes: Week of June 13, 1994 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . THE CONSENT AGENDA - Continued 13. Approval of Open Space AGREEMENT (Application #4-93) as Recom- mended by the Hearing Examiner; Transfer and Designation of 15.67 Acres as Timber Land Open Space (RCW 84.34); Lee and Akiko McKay BUSINESS FROM COUNTY DEPARTMENTS: PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT Discussion of Hearinl! Procedure; Arcadia Terrace (Continued from June 6. 1994): Prosecuting Attorney Mark Huth reported that he has listened to the tapes of the May meeting on this project. The issues of water and landscaping (buffers) were discussed, but the issue of compatibility of the project with the surrounding area was not. However, the Board adopted the findings and conclusions of the Hearing Examiner which considered the issue of compatibility. Fire flow was also discussed and a letter was received from Fire Chief Larson indicating that the project met all of the Fire District's require- ments. Commissioner Wojt asked what authority the Board has with regard to determining compatibility with the surrounding area? Mark Huth reported that the consideration is if the project meets the Conditional Use review criteria which is "The proposal will not substantially impact the reasonable use and enjoyment of the surrounding properties and the character of the use is in harmony with the surrounding area." Chairman Hinton stated that this area is zoned "suburban" which allows a density of five units per acre. He feels it would be reasonable to assume that people buying in such an area should know that and be aware of zoning issues. Commissioner Huntingford added that it appears that this conditional use application was vested under the previous regulations which would have allowed a much higher density than current regulations. Mark Huth added that the Hearing Examiner, in finding number 5, discussed the livability of adjoining properties and the avoidance of impacts. Associate Planner Jerry Smith read the mitigation which says "In order to avoid significant impacts related to compatibility with surrounding land uses and to avoid conflicts with the character of the area, the proponent shall buffer the development from the surrounding land uses by supplemental planting of fast growing native shrubs and evergreen trees to create a screened buffer of sufficient height and quantity to reduce visual exposure along the perimeter of the proposed site. A native planted vegetation buffer shall be sufficient to mitigate the visual impacts of the proposal within two years of planting. A natural vegetation screen along the west border of the site shall be combined with a sight obscuring fence of at least six feet in height. All of the perimeter buffer screen shall be maintained in good condition." Mark Huth added that since action has already been taken on this project, he doesn't feel that any formal action is necessary at this time. This discussion should suffice to clear up the questions raised by various parties. VOL 20 f-~G£ 0 Il~64 Commissioners' Meeting Minutes: Week of June 13, 1994 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shoreline Manae-ement Commission Recommendation re: Shoreline Substantial Development Permit Application SDP92-0011; To Construct a 40 Foot Lone- by Six Foot Wide Dock Teeine- into a 105 Foot Lone- Ramp and Float; Westerly Shore of Mats Mats Bay; Leonard Palmer. Applicant: (Continued from June 6, 1994) Associate Planner Jim Pearson reported that the Board considered whether or not there was adequate findings by the Shoreline Commission for granting a variance for this dock. The Shoreline Commission felt that since the dock is proposed to be a joint use dock it was appropriate to grant a variance for it. There are also longer docks on immediately adjoining properties and therefore the Shoreline Commission felt that it was a reasonable use in this area. Jim Pearson presented the Board with a copy of an article detailing a King County Superior Court case regarding Shoreline variances. The court found that "the test is whether the restrictions placed on the property preclude the applicant from making a reasonable use of his property." Chairman Hinton stated that when this came up last week, he had concerns about the Shoreline Commission's findings and whether this dock is for a commercial enterprise. He noted that on the permit application the dock is described as being for joint use of two or three vessels for the applicant and three other individuals. The use was designated for oceanographic, marine and geo-physical research and research vessel docking, oyster growing, and residen- tial and recreation vessel docking. Chairman Hinton stated that it appears that the primary use of this structure will be research vessel docking and the secondary use is recreation. He doesn't feel this is compatible with other uses in Mats Mats Bay. He noted that after reviewing the tapes of the Shoreline Commission hearing he has other concerns about their determination. During the public hearing Mr. Palmer was questioned about the commercial aspects of his project and he was evasive in answering these questions. The definition of commercial in the Shoreline Management Master Plan is "Uses and facilities that are involved in wholesale or retail trade or business activities." Chairman Hinton stated that he feels if Mr. Palmer is accepting contracts from govern- mental agencies and is being compensated either fully or in part, he is con- ducting a research business activity that is not compatible with other permitted uses. At this point he feels that the Board needs to go through the variance criteria one by one and make a determination on each. Commissioner Huntingford moved to set a public hearing on this matter for June 27, 1994 at 2:00 p.m. Commissioner Wojt seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. Review and Discussion of Al!ricultural Lands Resolution: James Holland, Senior Planner, reported that he has drafted a resolution for the Board's consideration that details why the County will not classify and designate agricultural lands as being of long term commercial significance. He explained that it is his understanding that the current Board will uphold the policy made by the previous Board that there are no agricultural lands of long term commercial significance in the County that could be usefully designated and whose competitiveness could be assure by any ordinance to designate and regulate agricultural lands. This resolution identifies the County's considera- tion and reasoning for not designating and classifying these lands and it will address one of the issues raised in the appeal of the Interim Urban Growth areas ordinance. YOL 2 0 r.AG~ 0 1065 Commissioners' Meeting Minutes: Week of June 13, 1994 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner Huntingford stated that he feels the "right to farm" provisions previously discussed can be established in the update of the Comprehensive Plan. Chairman Hinton stated that there are mini-farms that have been in operation in the County for many years, which may be commercially significant because they are making a profit. He asked how these resource lands are any different than forest lands of long term commercial significance? GMA Project Manager, Steve Ladd, answered that whether there are any agricultural lands in the County that are considered to be of long term commercial significance is a judgement call of the County Commissioners. Robert Greenway stated that he was a Planning Commissioner when the issue of designating agricultural lands was raised several times and the discussion was always put off to a future time. This has not been discussed thoroughly yet. Commissioner Huntingford stated that there are no farming supply companies that will service the farms in this area any longer. Robert Green- way then gave the example of the Robert Gunning farm (15 acres in size) that provides vegetables to the local markets and provides a living for Mr. Gunn- ing's family. There is a desperate need for local agriculture all over the world. Commissioner Huntingford noted that for the cost of farm property and the equipment necessary to operate as a commercial farm, they spend very little of their money in Jefferson County. What a commercial farm does for the community must also be factored in to looking at long term, commercial significance. Gene Seton said that maybe the farms don't purchase much in this County, but what they produce is very important. We need the farmlands that are here to be protected. If we don't save our farmlands we will be at the mercy of Mexico and other nations for our food. Commissioner Huntingford stated that farmers need help through the right to farm protection. Mark Huth reported that these issues will need to be ad- dressed in a detailed fashion during the update of the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Huntingford moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 67-94 Commissioner W ojt seconded the motion. The Chairman called for a vote on the motion. Commissioner Huntingford and Commissioner Wojt voted for the motion and Chairman Hinton voted against the motion. The motion carried. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT BID OPENING re: CSI097 BridŒe Rail Retrofit ProŒram: Al Scalf opened and read the bids received as follows: BIDDERS: BID TOTALS: $169,753.05 172,707.60 212,000.00 A. Petersen Brothers, Sumner, Washington B. Corral construction, Wilsonville Oregon Engineer's Estimate VOL 20 rAGt 0 :1066 Commissioners' Meeting Minutes: Week of June 13, 1994 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Commissioner Huntingford moved to have the Public Works Department review the bids and make a recommendation for award that is to the best advantage of the County. Commissioner Wojt seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. CONTRACT re: Juvenile Services Remodel Proiect #CHl125; Discovery Bay Construction Company: After reviewing the contract, Commissioner Wojt moved to approve it as submitted. Commissioner Hun- tingford seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. Aereement for Preparation of the Pre-Draft Housinl! Element for the Comprehensive Plan; Jefferson County Housinl! Authority: Chairman Hinton asked why this volunteer Authority Board needs $5,000 to do this work? Steve Ladd explained that this amount would be for overhead expenses (postage, paper, copies, etc.) The Board concurred that the County is willing to reimburse the expenses incurred by the Authority in doing this work, but they do not want to approve this draft agreement. Commissioner Huntingford moved to enter into an interlocal agreement with the Housing Authority for reimbursement of expenses only. Chairman Hinton seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. MEETING ADJOURNED -,,#-,,~ " .4./.''---'.'' I.. ' '. f'f.....,,""':..·J SEAL:( -"<'¡ '~ . C I ; , ,,'. , : -ff" JEFFERSON COUNTY ßQARD OF COMMISSIONERS . .. . ~,t:~+ 'b' ,"-'__.', -:'--/,:1 ',' ..!'.. ¡ : .~,..: " ,~~o·, ......-. ~- .. ~ (Jab¿ tJ f!-e~ ~ ~orna L. elaney, r Clerk of the Board VOL 2g~ fÄG~ 0 1067