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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM 041381 .~, . ~ BOARD OF JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS District No. 1 Commissioner: District No. 2 Commissioner: District No. 3 Commissioner: A.M. O'Meara, Member B.G. Brown, Chairman Carroll M. Mercer, Member Clerk of the Board: Engineer: Secretary: Betty J. Anderson, Auditor Milt Sanstrom, P.E. Jerdine C. Bragg M I NUT E S Week of April 13, 1981 10:00 a.m. Meeting called to order by Chairman B.G. Brown, with all members present. Hearing: Intent to Vacate Portion of Alma Street, Chalmers First Addition to Irondale: Commissioner Brown opened the hearing; no one appeared to speak for or against the vacation. Therefore, the hearing was closed and Commissioner O'Meara made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Mercer, to approve the vacation and sign Resolution No. 38-81, Order to Vacate. Unanimous. Resolution No. 39-81; CRP 497, Various County Roads: Commissioner O'Meara moved to approve and sign the resolution. Commissioner Mercer seconded the motion. Unanimous. Hearing: petition to Vacate County Rights-of-way 16, 17 and 60 off Eaglemount Road; Kenneth M. Brooks: The hearing was opened and Ed Darden stated that rights-of-way 16 and 60, established in the late 1800's, early 1900's, have not been maintained. Right-of-way 17 has had some grading. He also reviewed the criteria and procedures for vacation, as well as the comments received and findings of the Planning Commission. There is conflict on exactly where these rights-of-way lie. There was no objection to vacation of 16 and 60, but it was felt 17 should not be vacated until further investigation is done. The Planning Commission recommended to the Board, by formal motion, that they approve the vacation request on 16 and 60, provided the principle petitioner amends the request to include the vacation of those portions of the right-of-way between Lynd Road and the west half of the center line; further, that they not consider vacation of 17 until the Departments of Public Works and Planning determine the location of the right-of-way to the satisfaction of the affected property owners. No one responded from the floor when comments in favor of the vacation were requested. In opposition, Caroline Germeau objected that vacation of 17 would not leave access to property on which she holds a contract; 17 is the only access to the 80 acres belonging to the Richardsons. The hearing was closed. Commissioner O'Meara moved to deny the petition due to the uncertainty of exactly where the rights-of-ways lie and conflict on the effect the vacation would have on property owners. Commissioner Mercer seconded the motion. Unanimous. Following discussion later with the Planning Department Director, Commissioner O'Meara moved to rescind the previous motion to deny the vacation and, instead, to continue the hearing when more information is available. Commissioner Mercer seconded the motion. Unanimous. Planning Commission Resolution: Dave Goldsmith presented the Planning Commission's resolution stating that the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners should direct the Public Works Director to furnish the Planning Commission information as defined in Subsection 4.20 of the Jefferson County Ordinance 4-80 for all future petitions or intents to vacate any County rights-of-way. On a related matter, Mr. Goldsmith suggested, by memorandum, a time frame for processing vacation petitions which it is felt would provide continuity and greater efficiency. CETA Maintenance/Janitorial Position; Conversion to County position: It was determined that money already exists in the budget to cover a permanent position. Commissioner O'Meara made a motion, seconded by , , VOL 7g 1108 .... Minutes, Week of April 13, 1981 Page 2 Commissioner Mercer, to transition Mike Dalton (CETA employee) to a regular County employee effective 4/18/81, position to continue only as long as need can be shown. Commissioner Brown was against. Olrmpic Testing Labs project; Building Permit #9138: Six people attended th1s meeting to hear the decision of the Board regarding a pro- posed declaration of non-significance. Dave Goldsmith reviewed the project, the investigation process and checklist, and the options of the Board. Commissioner Brown invited comments from the floor on the information pre- sented by Mr. Goldsmith. Concerns expressed included possible pollution of Donovan Creek, construction and monitoring of chemical holding tanks, incompatibility with County Comprehensive Plan, use status of site if Olympic Testing Labs moves their operation at some future date, and the fact that a building permit was issued prior to Health Department approval. Mrs. Fisk also submitted a written summary of opposition. These concerns had been addressed in the environmental checklist. Commissioner Brown pointed out that if the Board approves this proposed declaration of non- significance, all parties have 15 days to register complaints prior to the final declaration. Commissioner Brown also discussed the intent of a comprehensive plan as opposed to zoning. Mrs. Fisk requested prior notice to the public whenever any action of this type is to be considered. Commissioner O'Meara made a motion to approve and sign the Proposed Declaration of Non-Significance, subject to the mitigative measures and changes established by the Planning Department. Commissioner Mercer seconded the motion. Unanimous. Energy Grant for Swimming Pool: Bill Howard has reviewed the grant application, particularly that section regarding County contributions. Three items are listed as County contributions, 2 of which total $21,500+ and involve purchasing plumbing and a pool blanket. Mr. Howard suggests that the County should not purchase equipment for the pool. However, he suggests the possibility of prepaying rent on the pool in order to provide cash up front and/or determining the amortization period for pool improve- ments and paying an increased rent for that period based on added facilities. He indicated that he had made Mrs. Berry aware of this and that she seemed to concur. She stated that there would be flexibility in actual contri- butions after the grant is awarded. Mr. Howard will draft a letter (for Board signature) to the School Board regarding the County's obligations. The Board recessed and reconvened on Tuesday, April 14, 1981 to conduct regular business. All members were present. Approval of Minutes: Commissioner O'Meara seconded the motion by Commissioner Mercer to approve the minutes of April 6, 1981. DNR Contract #43926 re: Removal of Crushed Rock: Commissioner Mercer made a motion to sign the contract. Seconded by Commissioner O'Meara. Unanimous. Su plement to A reement GC-5545 with D.O.T. re: Hoh River Bridge, Project #BROS 0 3: Comm1SS1oner 0 Meara moved to sign the supplement to the agreement. Commissioner Mercer seconded. Unanimous. Bid Award; Used Pneumatic Wheel Tractor: The Board reviewed the recommendation of Milt Sanstrom regarding bids received on April 7, 1981. Based on his recommendation, Commissioner O'Meara moved to reject all bids and that a corrected bid call be issued. Commissioner Mercer seconded the motion. Unanimous. Approval of Bills: The Board approved and signed the March bills, for payment in April. BUSINESS FROM COUNTY DEPARTMENTS: Planning re: Chimacum Creek Estates Division II Replat: On 4/13/81, Ken Sweeney represented the owner, John Pickett. Tom Aumock stated that the replat was revised to include a statement that each lot has an equal share of the responsibility for maintenance, operation and operation of easements, utilities, and green belts. Commissioner VOL 7 PAGE 0110S " . . '. Minutes, Week of April 13, 1981 Page 3 BUSINESS FROM COUNTY DEPARTMENTS CONTINUED: Planning cont. Mercer seconded the motion made by Commissioner O'Meara to approve and sign the final replat. Unanimous. SEPA Threshold Determination; Cape George Fire District #6: On 4/13/81, Ed Wainwright represented the Fire District in this action preliminary to obtaining a building permit for construction of a 3 stall garage. Ed Darden reviewed the checklist and recommendations. Commissioner O'Meara made a motion to add, as a condition of approval, the stipulation that warning lights must be activated at the same time the building is occupied for use, rather than within 2 years. Commissioner Mercer seconded. Unanimous. Commissioner O'Meara moved to sign the Final Declaration of Non-Significance, seconded by Commissioner Mercer. Unanimous. Public Works re: Bid Call; Filter Fabric for Sub-grade Restraint on CRP # 469: On 4/13/81, Commissioner Mercer made a motion, with a second by Commissioner O'Meara, to approve and sign the bid call. Bishop-McGuire Road, CRP #469: Commissioner O'Meara made a motion to approve and sign the plans. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Mercer. Unanimous. Cedar Street, CRP #496: Alternatives to the planned work in this area were discussed, but no specific action was taken. Chimacum Intersection Parking Problems: Gary Rowe gave the Board a status report. Sheriff re: Bid Call; Replacement of Pipe at Clearwater Annex: Commissioner O'Meara made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Mercer, to sign the call for bids. Unanimous. Washington State Energy Office Grant Application: On 4/17/81, the Board met to co sign this application being submitted by the Port Townsend School District for the swimming pool improvements. 7,0:4 ~~-t.7,j APPROVED BY: B.G. Brown,~man a . 9Jr,Q2rtA A~ l'I. . O'Meara, em er c~f!M 1f!l~1J!lt1f!1 ... ATTEST: Betty J. Anderson, County Auditor and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board VOL 7 PAGE 1110