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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM110386 " - --- ,,- ., _I _I , _I _I _I -, -, _I -I .. District No. 1 Commissioner: District No. 2 Commissioner: District No. 3 Commissioner: Larry W. Dennison, B . G. . Brown, Member (Vacant) I , i Chairman I .I I , I I I . 3EFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Clerk of the Board: Public Works Director: 3erdine C. Bragg Gary A. Rowe - - .. - iii!! III .. - M I NUT E S Week of November 3, 1986 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Larry W. Dennison, with Commissioner B. G. Brown in a.ttendance. Robert Spafford, President, Olympic Karters Association re: Go Kart Activity at the County Fairqrounds: Chairman Dennison advised Mr. Spafford that the Board had received his letter regarding the go- kart activities at the Fairgrounds and noted that written complaints have been received regarding the noise caused by this activity. Mr. Spafford presented pictures of the area used by go karts at the County Fairgrounds and noted that approximately 30 sheets of plywood have been placed on the fence which borders the residential neighborhood. There is a question regarding the ownership of a portion of fence (along 47th Street), but if it is established that it belongs to the County, plywood will be put on that portion of fence, also in an effort to block the noise from the adjacent neighborhood. As far as the noise level limit, 95 db is what is observed by the International Kart Federation, and the noise level limits observed by the OlYmPic Karters Association are within acceptable community standards. The Association met with the Fair Board members on 3uly 17 and answered the five main concerns the noted, a copy of which Mr. Spafford presented to the Board and again at the August meeting of the Fair Board. The Fair Board tabled making a decision on this issue until their November meeting. OKA feels that the complaint letters that the Board has received are an attempt to delay the decision making process so that OKA will not be able to use the Fairgrounds next year. Mr. Spafford then presented a copy of a "Release of Liability" that every person who is involved with racing go karts is required to sign. Insurance can be provided for everyone who buys a Pit Pass through the International Karters Association. As far as the future expansion of the racing schedule, Mr. Spafford reported that the plan is to consolidate the schedule, not expand it. Fifteen to sixteen race days per year is as much as most racers can afford because of the wear and tear on equipment is considerable. The existing ..agreement with the Fair Board consisted of the rules and regulations as set out by the International Kart Federation and was done in an attempt to be good neighbors. This is the only existing facility, and many people have expressed their support of the Association. Mr..Spafford concluded by stating the Fair Board has all the necessary information to make a fair decision and requested that they be allowed to make that decision. t vif 12,tA:;YOV ~ "'1.'1: ~4 ... Board of Commissioners' Minutes: Week of November 3, 1986 Page: 2 Chairman Dennison stated that his main concern is the noise issue, and introduced, Senior Planner Rachel Nathanson who provided more information regarding noise standards. Recreational uses, Ms. Nathanson stated, fall into the "Commercial" category (Class B) being adjacent to a Class A boundary (Residential) the limit would be 57 db. After a discussion of how noise is measured, Mr. Spafford suggested that the only thing that might help contain the noise within the fairgrounds area would be a high barrier. The OKA has tried to have noise monitoring done at the fairground boundaries, but could not find anyone with the proper equipment to do it. Mr. Spafford added that if the OKA is restricted beyond standards that have been established by groups that have dealt with this issue for quite a long time, the problem will not be solved and unregulated behavior taking place in an unregulated areas will be the result. The regulations and limitations observed by the OKA are those that are placed on kart tracks all around the country. The machinery used is built to be within limits or would not be allowed on tracks in this country. Rachel Nathanson noted that whatever goes on within the boundaries of the Fairgrounds has to meet the noise standards. When a noise complaint is received an investigation must be made, as required by State regulations, and the activity must comply with State noise levels. The State regulations indicate an 80 db limit on that type of vehicle (measured at the vehicle), while the noise level limit at the property boundary is 57 db. Chairman Dennison stated that he would like to have an indication from representatives of both sides of this issue that they are willing to work toward a possible compromise solution. Mr. Spafford stated that OKA is willing to compromise and has a desire to reach a solution so that they can proceed with planning next year's schedule. He also assured those present that if a noise meter can be secured for a test he will make sure that there are go karts available. Commissioner Brown advised that the Fair Board's determination on this issue is their business, and there is no point to the County Commissioners becoming involved. Anything that is done with regard to the noise issue by the County is a separate matter. The Chairman advised that more information will be gathered and then a meeting will be arranged with all parties involved to work out a solution. BUSINESS FROM COUNTY DEPARTMENTS PLANNING 'DEPARTMENT Sea Farm of Norway, Inc. Revision to Shoreline Permit No. SH2-86: Commissioner Brown moved to approve the revised Shoreline Permit for Sea Farm of Norway, Inc. which would eliminate the placement of salmon rearing test pens in Oak Bay from the permit approved on March 3, 1986. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion. Establishina a Revolvina Loan Fund for Housina Rehabilitation: Resolution No. 85-86 was approved and signed by motion of Commissioner Brown, seconded by Chairman Dennison, to establish a revolving loan fund for housing rehabilitation in the amount of $22,874.00 for the purpose of granting loans and depositing loan payments. HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT Request for Out of State Travel: Commissioner Brown moved to approve the Out of State Travel Request submitted by the Human Services Department to send three staff members to a seminar in Portland Oregon. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion. , vitt~ ~L''''' '1' "2' .." [Jh ~ '''''''''5 '. ",tic,: .'<7 "~':'J.:'" . . . ',_~" 1~ ...!."<. .' Board of Commissioners' Minutes: Week of November 3, 1986 Page: 3 3UVENILE SERVICES Budaet Transfer ReQUest: Commissioner Brown moved to approve and sign Resolution No. 86-86 authorizing the bUdget transfer as requested by the 3uvenile Services Director, Lois Smith. Chairman Dennison seconded the motiOn. TREASURER Petitions for ProJ:)erty Tax Refunds (3): Marjorie Midkiff: The three property tax refunds for Marjorie Midkiff in the amounts of $84.75, 83.11 and 87.19 were approved by motion of Commissioner Brown and seconded by Chairman Dennison. PROSECUTING ATTORNEY Indemnification and Tort ReDresentation of County Officers, Employees and their marital communities: Resolution No. 87-86 was approved by motion of Commissioner Brown, seconded by Chairman Dennison, outlining the necessary and orderly, provision for the legal and financial protection of County officers, employees and their marital communities from personal liability for acts or omissions committed by them while working within the scope of their official County duties. Findinas, Conclusions and Decision re: In the Matter of Educational Service District No. 114: Commissioner Brown moved to adopt the Findings Conclusions and Decision as written with regard to the matter of Educational Service District #114 vs. Frances Hansen and Patricia Knapp. Chairman Dennison seconded, the motion. \' . * * * " The Board spent the balance of the day in 1987 Budget Review meetings, and recessed at the end of the business day. The~meeting was reconvened on Tuesday morning, with both Commissioners present, and the budget review hearings were continued until the 3:00 p.m. appointment to interview Captain Mark Baker, U.S. Army Reserve, for a position as 3efferson County Emergency Services Coordinator on a volunteer ba~is. The Board continued with 1987 budget reviews throughout the rest of the week until Friday afternoon when the following business was conducted: AGREEMENT re: Rental of the VFW Hall: Happy Valley Dancers: The rental agreement for the month of November was approved as submitted by the Happy Valley Dancers by motion of Commissioner Brown, seconded by Chairman Dennison. Extension of Time re: Closure of VFW Hall 1020 Water Street: (See also Minutes of October 27, 1986) Commissioner Brown moved to delay the closure of the VFW Hall ,(.-1020 Water Street) until December 15, 1986. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion. All the holders of monthly rental agreements will be notified of this delay in the closure of the building. Tt.. ~. . :~~."- Centennial Committee :."ApJ:)ointment,.., of New member: Barbara Lawrence was appointed to serve on the 3efferson County Centennial Committee by motion of Commissioner Brown, seconded .by Chairman Dennison. .\,'!'--.,,\ -:~.~: ..' . ";' ~'I", .. ,;,~ l VG... 12 00 ~ t'~6 ',' r. !.o... ~ '" i 'JALE ., lJ i ~2f._ .~'C . .. Board of, Commissioners' Minutes: Week of November 3, 1986 Page: 4 Resianationof Member of the Port Townsend Community Center Advisory Board: Commissioner Brown moved to accept the resignation of Irene Alleger from the Port Townsend Community Center Advisory Board. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion. Applications for Assistance from,the Soldiers' and Sailors' Relief Fund: Commissioner Brown moved to approve the following applications for assistance from the Soldiers' and Sailors' Relief Fund as submitted by the various Veterans organizations: Christopher Dimber 3erald D. Lancaster Charles A. Carrell William Edgley $250.00 250.00 250.00 125.00 VFW Post 7014 VP'W Post 7014 VFW Post 7014 American Legion Chairman Dennison seconded the motion. Request for payment from Hotel/Motel'Taxes: 3efferson County Historical Society: Commissioner Brown moved to approve the request for payment of the fourth quarter allotment from Hotel/Motel Taxes as submitted by the 3efferson County Historical Society. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion. Renewal of County'S Public Officials Errors and omissions and Law Enforcement Liabilitv Insurance Policies: Commissioner Brown moved to renew the Public Officials Errors and Omissions policy at a cost of $6,683.72 with a $5,000 deductible, and the Law Enforcement policy for a cost of $12,235.85 with a $10,000.00 deductible. Chairman Dennison seconded the motion. Appointment of the Coordinated Water Service Plan Appeals Board: Commissioner Brown moved and Chairman Dennison seconded the motion to appoint the following members of the Coordi.nated Water Service Plan Appeals Board: 3efferson County Commissioner 3efferson County POD #1 Commissioner Class I Water System Rep.- Ludlow Utilities Co. Class II Water System Rep.- Bridgehaven Water System Class IV Water System Rep.- Marrowstone Water Coordinating B.G. Brown Patricia L. Floyd 30e Murray Dick Heaton Two Alternates from membership Committee membership Lazy C Club Water System City of Port Townsend Committee 3im Humphrey of Water Utilities Coordinating Lyle Tinker Ted Stricklin .~ JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS c Chairman .~AA) B.G. Brown, Member -, '- ..~ (Position Vacant) .'1'1'"' ~~~:~ " 7- ~--., ~, , t,yOt.: 12;~~'<'om~' tl'1~7 "