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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM 081081 ., ~ 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: Jerdine C. Bragg Milt Sanstrom, P.E. M I NUT E S Week of August 10, 1981 At 10:00 a.m., Chairman B.G. Brown called the meeting to order. Commissioner O'Meara was absent. Approval of Minutes: Commissioner Mercer moved to approve and sign the minutes for the week of 8/3/81. Commissioner Brown seconded the motion. Remedy Requested for Trespassing at Bridgehaven: David Gastman appeared before the Board to request that the County put some rock at the end of the County road abutting his property in order to prevent trespassing. The Board agreed to have this done as soon as a road crew is available. Airport Issue: Peter Badame met with the Board to report on the con- troversy regarding the airport and on the article in last week's newspaper. He also suggested that the issue be put on an "advisory" ballot in November. The Board indicated that they have not taken an official position regarding the airport. Bus Stop Sign Posts: Peter Badame also inquired about the Board's attitude regarding purchasing poles for mounting bus stop signs from the City. The Board instructed him to check with the County Road Department to see if the County already has the material needed before purchasing. Jail Site: Edgar McMinn presented a letter of opposition to the possibility of placing the new jail near the Jefferson General Hospital, and there was some discussion regarding zoning in that area. Approval of Bills: The July bills, which are to be paid in August, were approved and slgned. Non-Exclusive Franchise, Port Townsend Cable TV: Mr. Rollins inquired about the status of the non exclusive franchise. The Board reported that the fee schedule has not been established yet and, therefore, the. franchise has not been signed. However, they reassured him that there would be no problem in finalizing the franchise when administrative procedures have been determined and that he has met all requirements. Lindsey Beach: Sally Rebholz appeared to ask about improvement plans for the road to Lindsey Beach. Rumors are that the County plans to do some work to correct drainage problems. The Board indicated that they are not aware of any plans, but referred Ms. Rebholz to the Engineer's Office and stated that they would also check with the Engineer at the staff meeting. PUD Office: Dick Kint requested permission to move the PUD Office into the remodeled space on the courthouse third floor prior to the completion of correction of the problem with the molding. Commissioner Brown stated he would check with the contractor to see if this would create any problem. Contract for Professional Services, Health Department: By motion of Commissioner Mercer, seconded by Commissioner Brown, the contract between Jefferson County Health Department and Clallam County Department of Health for services to the West End was approved and signed. [VOL 7 PAGE : 0 2479 . '. Minutes, Week of August 10, 1981 Page 2 Resolution No. 89-81: motion to approve and sign the Recreation Department. Commissioner Brown seconded Commissioner Mercer's this hearing notice for a budget extension for The hearing was set for 8/24/81 at 11:00 a.m. The Board recessed. On Tuesday, 8/11/81, they reconvened to continue regular business with Commissioner O'Meara absent. Bid Opening: Cold-Decked Timber, Landfill: At the appointed time, bids were opened and read into the minutes as follows: K.M. Schryber bid 60% of mill value to the County and 40% to the contractor for logs, 40% to the County and 60% of mill value to the Contractor for pulp. Crown Zellerbach bid a total payment of $10,000. Commissioner Mercer made a motion to award the bid to K.M. Schryber, which Commissioner Brown seconded. Bid Opening: Remodeling of Multi-Services Center Conference Room: The only bid received was opened and read at the specified time: Eldridge Custom Homes, $5,863. Commissioner Mercer moved to delay award of this bid pending further evaluation. Commissioner Brown seconded the motion. Oiling of Street in Irondale: Mr. Curtis Bloxham appeared before the Board to request Olling of Kinkaid between 7th and 8th Streets to help control dust. Chairman Brown stated that the road would have to be pre- pared for oiling, that the County oiling work is completed for this year, but that he will check to see what, if anything, can be done to help. NCR Acceptance of Responsibility for Modifications to rFMS: The Board received and reviewed the letter from Paul L. Yarbrough, District Manager, stating that they agree to provide the items identified in attachment 1 to the Board's letter to NCR dated 7/24/81 at no cost to the County. BUSINESS FROM COUNTY DEPARTMENTS: Public Works re: 8/10/81 Bid Call: Commissioner Brown seconded the motion by Commissioner Mercer to approve and sign the call for bids for a truck-mQ\.u~too. tilt-frame roll-off hoist. Access to Rain Forest Plat: Milt Sanstrom discussed the proposed agreement with the Department of Natural Resources regarding maintenance of access roads. Per the Board, Mr. Sanstrom will set up a meeting with the DNR to discuss this matter further. Resolution for Engineering'on Otto Street Extension: Per motion by Commissioner Mercer, which was seconded by Commissioner Brown, Resolution No. 88-81 was approved and signed. Sheriff re: 8/10/81 Emergency Services Operations Plan: Commissioner Mercer moved that the chairman sign the adoption of the plan, to be forwarded to the State. Commissioner Brown seconded the motion. Treasurer re: Real Estate Excise Tax Refund: Commissioner Mercer made a motion to approve this refund for overpayment submitted by Land Title Co. for Lowell E. Bogart. Commissioner Brown seconded the motion. VOL 7 f'A.Gf cO .2480 " ~. Minutes, Week of August 10, 1981 Page 3 ATTEST: of the Board MINUTES APPROVED: ~' , ,~ B.G. Brown, C alrman A.M. O'Meara, Member Carroll M. Mercer, Member Wl 7 t~t!r r n 2481