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MINUTES
WEEK OF APRIL 22, 1991
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Larry W. Dennison. Commissioner
B. G. Brown and Commissioner Richard E. Wojt were both present. Commissioner Brown
left the meeting at 11 :00 a.m. due to a family emergency.
Usa Hames. South County Business Club re: Request for Hotel/Motel
Promotional Funds: Usa Hames of the South County Business Club reported that they are
very disappointed in the amount of funding that was approved for them in the 1991
Hotel/Motel Tax budget. Chairman Dennison explained that the Hotel/Motel tax fund alloca-
tions approved this year were for the operation portions of the requests received.
Promotional items were to be considered for funding from a separate "promotional" fund.
Requests for promotion item funding are to be submitted on a case by case basis.
Usa Hames explained that the full amount of their request was for promotion. The operations
of the organization are all volunteer. Commissioner Brown reported that the tourism study
done for the County indicated that a change is needed in the emphasis of the promotions.
The discussion turned to the brochure developed, printed and distributed by the South County
Business Club. Lisa Hames stated that they want to keep the brochure and to upgrade it.
She presented a copy of the latest brochure for consideration. The design of the brochure
was discussed.
Commissioner Wojt asked what more would be needed to make this brochure a successful
project? Usa Hames explained that the art work to change the cover will cost $100.00,
typesetting $150.00, printing more brochures $2,934.00, placing brochures on the ferry system
$2,100.00 for a total of $5,284.00.
Commissioner Wojt moved to approve the request for promotional funds by the South County
Business Club in the amount of $5,284.00. Commissioner Brown seconded the motion which
carried by a unanimous vote.
APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Wojt
moved to delete Item #2 from the consent agenda and to adopt and approve the balance of
the items. Commissioner Brown seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
1. Reappointments to the Alcohol/Drug Abuse Advisory Board;
Gerald Busic, three year term to expire January 31, 1994 and Dr. J. Douwe Rienstra,
three year term to expire April 8, 1994.
2. DELETED Agreement #6-91-15002, Amendment #1; Between Jeffen~on County, David
R. Goldsmith, and the State Department of Community Development.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 33-91 re: Accepting the Renovation of the Port Townsend Community
Center as a Complete Project
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4. RESOLUTION NO. 34-91 re: Authorizing and Providing for the Incurrence of Indebtedness
for the Purpose of Providing a Portion of the Cost of Acquiring, Constructing, Enlarging,
Improving and/or Extending the Port Townsend Community Center; Farmers Home
Administration
5. RESOLUTION NO. 35-91 re: 1991 Budget Transfers; Various County Departments
6. RESOLUTION NO. 36-91 re: Hearing Notice re: Request for Budget Appropria-
tions/Extensions; Various County Departments
7. Applications for Assistance from the Soldiers' and Sailors' Relief Fund; Daniel L. Conner
$400.00; Duane F. Goetz $500.00; and Lester Miles $210.29
BUSINESS FROM COUNTY DEPARTMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS
CONTRACT re: Purchase of a 10 Yard Dump Truck: Kenworth Northwest
Inc.: Public Works Director Gary Rowe reported that this dump truck is being purchased
from a Clallam County bid through an interlocal cooperative purchasing agreement. Commis-
sioner Brown moved to approved the contract with Kenworth Northwest, Inc. for purchase of
a 10 yard dump truck. Commissioner Wojt seconded the motion which carried by a
unanimous vote.
CONTRACT re: Purchase of a 15 Foot. 8 to 10 Yard Dump Body: Peerless
Corporation. Seattle: Gary Rowe stated that this purchase of a dump truck body, is from
the same bid as above. Commissioner Brown moved to approve the contract as presented.
Commissioner Wojt seconded which carried by a unanimous vote.
HEARING NOTICE re: Intent to Vacate Rlaht-of-Way on Point Whitney Road:
This hearing notice is for the Board to declare the County's intent to vacate portions of Point
Whitney Road that were abandoned due to the re-construction of the road, Gary Rowe
reported. Commissioner Wojt moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 37-91 setting the hearing
date for this intent to vacate for May 20, 1991 at 10:30 a.m. Commissioner Brown seconded
the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
Commissioner Brown left the meeting at 10:45 a.m. due to a family emergency.
BID OPENING re: One (1) Used 10 Yard Dump Truck: Public Works Director,
Gary Rowe opened and read the bids received for one used 10 yard dump truck as follows:
BIDDERS:
BID TOTAL:
$53,521.92
Kenworth Northwest, Inc., Seattle
1986 Kenworth W900 Oncluding sales tax)
St. Johns Truck & Equipment, Inc., Portland Oregon
1982 White Road Boss (sales tax not included)
$33,550.00
Farwest Truck Sales, Blaine
1981 Ford L T9000 (sales tax not included)
1984 Ford L TL9OO0 II II II II
1984 Kenworth W900 U II U
1986 Mac R688 II II ,.
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$29,500.00
$36,600.00
$39,400.00
$38,800.00
$56,865.00
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Woodpecker Truck, Pendleton, Oregon
1988 Kenworth T800 Qncluding sales tax)
TEC Equipment, Inc. Portland Oregon
1986 International Kit Model 9370 (sales tax not included)
$41,175.00
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Western Peterbilt Truck Company, Inc. Seattle
1985 Peterbilt Model 359 (including sales tax)
Pacific Coast Truck Center, Tacoma
1985 Ford L T9000 Oncluding sales tax)
1986 Ford L TL9OO0 II II II
1989 International F2574654 II II
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$56,805.00
Northwest Equipment Sales, Seattle
1986 Kenworth W900B Oncluding sales tax)
International Motor Trucks, Inc., Everett
1979 International F2574 Oncluding sales tax)
1980 International F2574 II II II
$48,240.50
$59,829.00
$53,361.00
$59,922.24
$33,988.50
33,988.50
Commissioner Wojt moved to have the Public Works Depar1ment check the bids for accuracy
and make a recommendation for bid award that is to the best advantage of the County.
Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
Adoption of A Policy Which Provides Accommodation of Utilities on County
Road Riahts-of-Way: Gary Rowe explained that this policy will govern the installation and
development of utilities on County road rights-of-way. The County Road Administration Board
has developed this policy. The Prosecuting Attorney has reviewed the policy and recom-
mends that it be adopted.
Mark Huth, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney reported that the County is required to adopt this
policy. Gary Rowe added that if a problem develops the policy can be updated for local
needs.
Commissioner Wojt moved to approve and sign RESOLUTION NO. 38-91 adopting the policy
which provides for accommodation of utilities on County Road rights-of-way as presented.
Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
CALL FOR BIDS; For One (1) New Hydraulic Drop Front Lowboy Trailer:
Commissioner Wojt' moved to approve the bid call and set the bid opening for one new
hydraulic drop front lowboy trailer for 10:45 a.m. on May 20, 1991. Chairman Dennison
seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
Memorial Field Fence Protect; Letter from the Mayor of the City of Port
Townsend: Gary Rowe reported that there is not any funding in the 1991 budget for a fence
project at Memorial Field as discussed in the Mayor's letter to the Board dated April 12,
1991. He asked the Board for direction on how to proceed. The Board advised that the
fence needs to be fixed, and directed the Public Works Department to meet with the City to
see what their expectations are and how much they are willing to contribute to the (?roject.
William Michael. Chairman Solid Waste Advisory Committee re: Solid Waste
Advisory Committee Recommendation on Fees for the Solid Waste Division (Hearina
on Proposed Ordinance Held January 22. 1991): Solid Waste Specialist Jeff Frettingham
reported that the public hearing on the proposed ordinance establishing fees for the Solid
Waste Division was held on January 22, 1991. After that hearing was closed the Board
asked the Public Works Department to review the cost figures and the proposed fees and
to have the Solid Waste Advisory Committee review the proposed fees.
The fees have been adjusted in response to this review and the new fees have been
reviewed by the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. In the original fee schedule the base rate
per ton, plus 4.6% tax, was rounded to the nearest dollar and set at $56.00. The new base
fee is now proposed to be $53.00 ($50.40 base fee plus tax, rounded to an even number).
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Gary Rowe reported that the effective date for this ordinance should be set to allow time for
the franchise haulers and the City to request a rate adjustment from the Utilities Commission
to cover this increase.
Commissioner Wojt moved to approve ORDINANCE NO. 3-0422-91 establishing the fees for
the Solid Waste Division as recommended with an effective date of July 1, 1991. Chairman
Dennison seconded the motion. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Deputy Prosecutina Attorney Mark Huth re: Castle Hill Mall Lease: Mark Huth
reported that a letter was received from the owners of the Castle Hill Mall property advising
the County that the mall is being listed for sale on the real estate market. The short term
space needs of the Health Department must be dealt with while a lease or purchase of space
is pursued. Mark Huth suggested that a letter be written to the mall owners to let them know
that the County still has some interest in this property.
Gary Rowe reported that space in another building may be leased on a short term basis to
provide an interim solution to the Health Department space needs. Mark Huth suggested
further that Gary Rowe and David Specter work together on options for an interim solution
to the Health Department space needs. The Board concurred that this be done.
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
Katharine Baril. Reaional Water Quality Field Aaent. Cooperative Extension
re: Status Report on Water Quality Education Proaram: Katharine Baril, Regional Water
Quality Field Agent, reported that funding for the water quality field agent program is being
considered by the legislature. The Puget Sound Water Quality Authority has adopted this
program as their, number one priority for funding. The Senate budget includes a 35% cut in
the Water Quality Authority's budget.
Jefferson County supports this Water Quality project with $4,000 per year which is 10% of
the State funding for the project. Katharine Baril asked the Board members to contact their
legislators about funding for this program. She then presented information on the water
quality project to the Board.
The Board then interviewed a person interested in serving as a Jefferson County
representative on the Olympic Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board. After that they met
in Executive Session with Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Mark Huth and Public Works Director
Gary Rowe regarding a personnel matter.
PLANNING AND BUILDING
Kevin Burke re: Request for Waiver of Requirement; Ust of Adiacent Property
Owners for Proposed Pro~ect from a Title Company: Kevin Burke was present when
Associate Planner Jerry Smith explained his request for a waiver from the requirement that
he submit a list of adjacent property owners that has been obtained from a title company.
The Title companies charge $65 for doing this work.
Jerry Smith added that home businesses are categorized into two types: home occupations
and home based businesses. Mr. Burke has a home occupation. Kevin Burke reported that
he has a part time landscaping business. He has a shed that he stores his equipment in
and when he gets a call for landscaping he puts the necessary equipment in his truck and
goes to the job site.
Chairman Dennison explained that the requirement for notification of adjacent property owners
is necessary because commercial activities (such as home businesses) don't fit well in
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residential areas. The Development Code outlines limits on home businesses. It is policy
that adjacent property owner lists be provided through a title company to assure that the lists
are complete.
Commissioner Wojt asked Mr. Burke how many neighbors he has? Mr. Burke stated that he
has one neighbor that is building on their property and there is another house approximately
1,500 feet away. Commissioner Wojt asked if Mr. Burke could just list these property owners
himself? Chairman Dennison noted that there isn't a problem until an adjacent property
owner is not notified, and that is why the policy was established to have a third party develop
the list.
The discussion continued regarding the need to change this policy. Chairman Dennison
noted that other alternatives are being researched. Jerry Smith reported that under the
current procedural policy, there isn't any way to waive the requirement because one property
only has a few neighbors. Chairman Dennison noted that there is no way to know how
many adjacent property owners there are until a list has been developed.
Chairman Dennison explained to Kevin Burke that he understands his request and
sympathizes with it, but until a better system for getting these lists is found, he does not feel
comfortable with waiving this requirement. The Board concurred that this request be denied
and directed the Planning Department to review this policy and make a recommendation for
a way to change it.
HEARING NOTICE re: Petition to Vacate the Lot Une: Between Lots 20 and
21 Brldaehaven Plat Division 8: Wayne Lewis. Applicant: Jerry Smith reported that this
petition is to vacate a lot line in the Bridgehaven Plat. Commissioner Wojt moved to approve
the hearing notice setting the hearing for May 6, 1991 at 2:30 p.m. Chairman Dennison
seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
Review Aaencv Comments Received on the Mltlaated Determination of Non-
sianificance: Construction of a Replacement Retail Sales Buildina for Hadlock Bulldlna
SUl)plv: 901 Nesses Corners Road: Morris James. Applicant: Jerry Smith reviewed the
comments received from various agencies on the Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance
issued for the Hadlock Building Supply expansion project. He noted that the comments from
the DOE are not pertinent to this project, and the stormwater runoff is addressed under the
suggested mitigated measures.
Commissioner Wojt moved to reaffirm the Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance issued
April 1, 1991 on the Hadlock Building Supply project. Chairman Dennison seconded the
motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
Preliminary Lona Plat Approval #LP02-91 and Variance Reauests: Fairwood
Vlllaae. 20 Lot Slnale Family Attached Unit Residential Subdivision on 9.3 Acres: West
side of Teal Lake Road (1/4 mile South of Paradise Bay Road): Pope Resources (This
Is a continuation from April 15. 1991): Commissioner Wojt moved to bring this matter off
the table for consideration. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a
unanimous vote. Jerry Smith reported that after review of the record of the Planning
Commission hearing, it was confirmed that any reference to single family "attached"
residences was removed from Condition 1. The Planning Commission recommendation on
the requests for variance is:
. Variance from Section 10 of the Subdivision Ordinance (private roads): Approve it
with the condition that "the easement for public road ~ be increased in width to
60 feet, and include a stub or T extension to the west. /I
. Variance to deviate from the design standards for the cul-de-sac at the end of
Fairwood Lane: Approve it subject to five conditions.
David Cunningham, Pope Resources, explained that the variances requested for the roads
are: 1) that the roads be a private road system, and 2) that the roads not be required to
have cul-de-sacs. The Planning Commission recommended that private roads be approved
with the addition of Condition 16. The recommendation is to approve the variance on the
cul-de-sacs with the addition of Conditions 17 through 20.
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The Planning Commission recommends that preliminary approval be granted subject to the
20 conditions suggested, Jerry Smith concluded. Commissioner Wojt moved to grant
preliminary plat approval for Fairwood Village with the 20 conditions as suggested and to
approve the variances as recommended. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which
carried by a unanimous vote.
State Environmental Policy Act Review and Threshold Determination: Water
Svstem To Provide Water for Approximately 150 Connections: Woodland Hills: Eagle
Eye Inc.. W.E. Seton. Applicant: Gene Seton, applicant, was present when Jerry Smith
reviewed the environmental checklist for the water system for the Woodland Hills development
across Airport Cutoff Road from the Jefferson County Airport. The proposed water system
will serve the 40 five acre lots in the Woodland Hills development and may also serve
another project owned by John Nesset in the same area.
Jerry Smith then reviewed suggested mitigative measures for the project. Chairman Dennison
noted his concern that if the project is built to its full capacity there will not be a SEPA
review for cumulative impacts. He asked if this is the appropriate time to look at the
cumulative impacts of the water system at full build out? Jerry Smith reported that a portion
of the project has been reviewed (Woodland Hills) and another portion will be reviewed by
the County because it is a long subdivision (John Nesset's property).
Gene Seton stated that this project isn't new to the County. All of the roads in the system
were built to County specifications and subsequently turned over to the County. The water
distribution system was in place when the plat was reviewed by the County. The PUD says
that 150 connections will be the full build out on this system, but that may take 10 to 20
years to occur. '
Chairman Dennison noted that every decision made on this project so far has been based
on 40 lots, and the impacts of 150 potential connections has not been reviewed. Gene Seton
stated that the maximum build out on this property is 100 lots and the road system and
everything on the plat was set up for that number of lots.
Commissioner Wojt moved to table action on this SEPA review until May 6, 1991 so that
more information can be provided on when the cumulative impacts should be addressed.
Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
State Environmental Policy Act Review and Threshold Determination:
Shoreline Substantial Development Permit 1#91-0004 and Certificate of Compliance #10-
91: Construct, a Commercial Boat Storage Building In Brlnnon: Michael Matthews:
Associate Planner Jim Pearson reviewed the environmental checklist for this shoreline permit
to construct a commercial boat storage building in Brinnon. The proposal site is Lot 1 of the
Corey Short Plat. He reported that none of the construction work on this building would
come within 100 feet of the Dosewallips River. The construction is within the 100 year
floodplain.
The suggested mitigative measures were then reviewed. Chairman Dennison questioned the
condition regarding the buffer and suggested that a performance standard be added to it to
give guidance on what is expected in the buffer.
Commissioner Wojt moved to issue a mitigated determination of non-significance and lead
agency status as recommended on the Michael Matthews Shoreline Permit. Chairman
Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
Hearing Notice re: Proposed Omnibus Ordinance: Commissioner Wojt moved
to approve the hearing notice setting the public hearing on the proposed Omnibus Ordinance
for May 6, 1991 at 2:00 p.m. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a
unanimous vote. .
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Notice of Appeal to State Shorelines Hearings Board: Shoreline Permit Denial
SDP89-o013.12: Mooring Buoy. Mystery Bay. Thomas Westlake. Applicant: Jim Pearson
reported that 12 mooring buoy permits were reviewed and issued for sites in Mystery Bay at
the same time. Thomas Westlake's buoy was denied as part of this process because it was
for transient moorage and there was transient moorage available within 100 yards of the site
of his mooring buoy. The Board concurred that this matter be taken to the Shoreline
Hearings Board as a denial.
JUVENILE AND FAMILY COURT SERVICES
Juvenile and Family Court Services Director. Lois Smith and Superior Court
Judge William Howard re: Reauest for Additional Staff and Space Needs: Juvenile
Court Services Director Lois Smith stated that her request to use a portion of the
Commissioners Chambers for office space is a serious one. Chairman Dennison noted that
the Chambers are the only space in the Commissioners office that the Board members can
meet with constituents or Department Heads, because the office is so small. Lois Smith
added that the alternative to using this space is to use the Public Works Conference Room.
Chairman Dennison advised that the Public Works Conference Room is also used on a
regular basis.
Lois Smith added that she needs space for newly hired staff within two weeks. Chairman
Dennison asked what the time line is for the remodel of the third floor spaces? .She reported
that it would be at least six months for that space to be completely remodeled. Commis-
sioner Wojt advised that Facilities Management staff should be consulted on the space needs
for the interim as well as for the long term. Lois Smith stated that she is working with
Facilities Management on her long range needs, but they have told her to go to the Board
about their short term space needs.
Judge Howard stated that it is hard to get a specific answer on space from the Facilities
Management staff. The Board advised that they will be meeting with the management staff
of the Public Works Department tomorrow and they will discuss this matter with them.
Bart Phillips. Economic Development Council re:. Letter of Support for Grant
for the Peninsula Development Association: Commissioner Wojt moved to approve and
sign a letter of support for the PDA grant application to the Economic Development
Administration. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
After the Board interviewed persons interested in serving on the 03A Advisory
Board and the CMI Service Commission, they met in Executive Session with Deputy
Prosecuting Attorney Mark Huth regarding potential litigation. That was followed by an
Executive Session to discuss the qualifications of the applicants interviewed for the position
of Director of Community Services.
HEARING re: Adoption, of the Hazardous Waste Management Plan: Six
interested people were present when Chairman Dennison introduced Jeff Frettingham, Solid
Waste Specialist for the Public Works Department, who reviewed the proposed Hazardous
Waste Management Plan.
Jeff Frettingham introduced Peggy Britt of the State Department of Ecology, Paul Running,
Consultant, and Ken Radon, member of the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. He explained
that this plan is for managing small quantities of hazardous wastes. Hazardous wastes
include products found in the home under the sink and chemicals used on home gardens.
There are also small quantity generators of hazardous wastes in the county. Moderate risk
wastes, which are controlled by the County, are defined as those hazardous wastes that are
used or stored in quantities less than 220 pounds per month.
This draft plan was prepared by the consulting company,' Paul S. Running and As~ociates
and the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. The plan outlines options for disposal of these
wastes and the costs associated with the disposal. The goals of the plan include:
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Educating residents and businesses about the use and disposal of hazardous
wastes.
Developing an awareness of alternatives to consumer products containing hazardous
substances.
Providing a means of disposing of exempt quantities of hazardous wastes separately
from solid waste and wastewater.
Assigning responsibility for managing moderate risk waste to waste generators.
It is estimated that in four years there will be approximately 17,300 gallons per year of these
wastes in the County for disposal. There have been Household Hazardous Waste Collection
days in the County for the past few years. The recommendation in the plan is to have a
household hazardous waste collection day every quarter as a way to educate people in the
disposal of these wastes. The ultimate goal is to have a hazardous waste collection facility
in the County. The plan recommends funding of household hazardous waste disposal through
an increase in the tipping fee at the landfill. A user fee is suggested to fund the disposal
of wastes produced by small quantity generators.
Paul Running explained that the emphasis in this plan is on the waste generator being
responsible for the proper management of these wastes. The State has legislation pending
to provide funding for implementation of this plan.
Albert McKinney asked if the County had considered disposing, of these waste by pyrolysis?
Paul Running noted that pyrolysis (heating the waste in the absence of oxygen) is one
method of disposing of hazardous waste. This plan will not prohibit this.
Mr. McKinney then asked about the costs referred to in the plan. Table 2-2 indicates the five
year costs for the plan for disposal of wastes generated by small quantity generators as
$125,800. Mr. McKinney stated that the costs are over that figure now. He added that used
oil is a hazardous waste (the plan says it isn't) and that as of the 5th of this month landfills
are not to accept used oil any longer.
Peggy Britt stated that the Department of Ecology has decided not to regulate used oil filters
until further notice, because they don't have a way to dispose of them. Mr. McKinney stated
that Bill Conrad of Conrad Industries in Centrailia Washington can dispose of used oil filters.
He uses pyrolysis to treat many types of hazardous wastes, including tires and used oil filters.
Bob Harper: Bob Harper asked how waste oil is dealt with in the plan? Jeff Frettingham
stated that as far as Jefferson County is concerned used oil is considered a hazardous
waste. He noted that Harper Oil is performing a service by accepting used oil from the
public. The Port of Port Townsend has several facilities set up to accept used oil under
certain conditions. If a recycling company has a contract to pickup used oil, they test it and
if it is contaminated they won't accept it. It then becomes a hazardous waste which is
expensive to dispose of. The Public Works Department would like to have facilities to accept
used oil, but they are not in place yet.
Bob Harper stated in the period of time they have been collecting used oil they have had no
problem with contamination of the oil, and the recycling company has accepted it. The
problem is that the oil is currently stored in an underground tank which is now a problem
because of insurance.
Albert McKinney: Albert McKinney asked how strictly the DOE is going to enforce the
regulations on transport of hazardous materials for homeowners and small quantity
generators? Peggy Britt answered that homeowner waste can be transported legally by the
homeowner. Small businesses that generate less than 220 pounds per month can transport
their waste to a disposal facility also.
Jeff Frettingham clarified that amounts less than 220 pounds (about half of a 55 gallon drum)
per month is regulated by the County. Generating or storing more than that is regulated by
the State.
Jim Hathaway asked if a household generator with a 55 gallon drum of wastes is exempt if
it weighs more than 220 pounds? Peggy Britt stated that a household generator is exempt.
Albert McKinnev asked how the County will dispose of the oil once it's collected? Bob
Harper explained that Harper Oil and the Port of Port Townsend have collection facilities and
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a recycling company that picks up the oil. They do not charge any fee for this service right
now.
Bob Harper asked if there is anything in this plan to cover contaminated soil? Jeff
Frettingham stated that this plan does not cover that because it only covers hazardous
wastes.
Jim Hathaway asked what type of facility is going to be built for hazardous waste collection
and how much it will cost? Jeff Frettingham stated that there is not a design prepared for
the facility right now, but it is known it will be a storage fàcility which will be constructed to
contain a spill if one should occur. The wastes would be stored until a recycling company
can pick it up or arrangements can be made to haul it to a disposal site. Peggy Britt stated
that such a storage facility would be exempt from the storage limits.
Jim Hathaway stated that he manages a shipping and storage facility for hazardous waste.
Funding for such a facility should come from the State and Federal government. The funding
should be arranged, before consideration is given to building a facility.
Chairman Dennison stated that the staff ' has been on top of applying for any grant funds that
have been available for this work. Usually funds are more readily available for planning than
for actual plan implementation.
Jim Hathaway asked if the County has any information available regarding the grant money
that will be available for implementation of this plan? Jeff Frettingham reported hat there is
grant funding available for implementation, collection days and education in the amount of
$65,000.00, with a 25% match from the County. It costs about $25,000 to hold a household
hazardous waste collection day in the County. Grant funds will be pursued wherever
possible, but the program will have to go on whether grant funds are available or not. Jim
Hathaway suggested that the military facilities in the area be contacted for assistance.
Chairman Dennison then opened the hearing for public comment.
Casey McKinnev: He asked Peggy Britt of the DOE if it is illegal for a small quantity
generator to transport a 100 pounds of a hazardous waste? Peggy Britt answered that if,
as a small business, he is generating less than 220 pounds per month, he would be exempt
from the transportation requirements.
Casey McKinney then asked about distilling acetone and how the weight of the waste is
determined? Peggy Britt stated that she would refer his question to DOE technical staff. Mr.
McKinney added that he would like this County to deal with its own waste within the County's
borders.
Ken Radon. Solid Waste AdvisorvCommittee, reported that developing this plan was a
lengthy process. Industries in the County that generate hazardous wastes were contacted
for their input. The financial burden of the plan is almost overwhelming. The cost of the
small collection station is really unknown. The costs were based on the few small collection
facilities that are in operation right now.
Albert McKinney urged that the County look into waste reduction facilities for disposing of
their hazardous wastes.
Chairman Dennison questioned the statement on page 7 of the Plan (next to the last
paragraph) which states that agriculture is one of the fastest growing industry groups (6% per
year) in the County. Paul Running will check this out with the Jefferson County Economic
Development Council.
Hearing no further comments the Chairman closed the hearing.
Commissioner Wojt moved to adopt the Hazardous Waste Management Plan as presented
(dated April 19, 1991). Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a
unanimous vote.
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Appointments to the Olvmplc Area on AQlna Advisory Board - Jefferson
County Representative: Commissioner Wojt moved to appoint Belle Vivenzio, Henry Redkey
and Lee Green to the vacant positions as Jefferson County representatives on the Olympic
Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion which
carried by a unanimous vote. They will each serve a three year term which will expire April
21, 1994.
Appointments to the Civil Service Commission: Commissioner Wojt moved to
appoint Carla Schuck to an unexpired term (expires November 1, 1995) and Robert Monica
to serve a six year term (expires April 21, 1997) on the Civil Service Commission. Chairman
Dennison seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
Appointment of Director of Community Services: After reviewing the
qualifications and contacting' references for the five candidates interviewed for the position of
Director of Community Services, it was a consensus of the Board that David Goldsmith be
appointed to that position.
The meeting was recessed at 8:30 p.m. Monday evening and reconvened on
Tuesday with Chairman Dennison and Commissioner Wojt present. Commissioner Brown was
out of town. After a, meeting with the management staff of the Public Works Department the
Board met in Executive Session regarding a real estate matter.
MEETING,"ADJ.,oURNED
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Lorna L. Delaney"
Clerk of the Board
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