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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM 050382. ....--- ; .:t'J~l:~t-'I~IQI:I:II:II:f."'J~.II']II~""._II.)~r~IL""'I'l~UIl:""" District No.1 Commissioner: District No. 2 Commissioner: District No. 3 Commissioner: A.M. O'Meara, Member B.G. Brown, Chairman Carroll t1. Mercer, Member Clerk of the Board: Engineer: Jerdine C. Bragg Milt Sanstrom, P.E. M I N B.T E S Week of May 3, 1982 Chairman Brown called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. All members were present. Approval of Minutes: Commissioner Mercer moved the minutes tor the week ot April 26, 1982 as presented. O'Meara seconded. Unanimous. to accept Commissioner Drainage Problems, Oak Bay Road: Ken McMillen and Frank Hart both appeared .to elaborate on intormation contained in letters from them. Both believe that unstable soil conditions on their prop- erty and attendant problems are due to a change in drainage patterns caused by the County road. Milt Sanstrom, Engineer, discussed possible solutions to the problem which would probably involve inter- cepting surface water where it comes off the face and channeling it away in drainage ditches. Mr. Sanstrom, with the approval of the Board, will contact owners around the slide area to obtain rights of entry, then make a soils and geologic investigation before making a definite recommendation regarding solutions. Contract; Canteen Service Inc.: This agreement for place- ment of two vending machines in the courthouse was signed by the Chairman following a motion by Commissioner O'Meara, seconded by Commissioner Mercer. CRP #520; Annie Christney Road: By motion of Commissioner Mercer, seconded by Commissioner O'Meara, Resolution No. 45-82 was approved and signed. Unanimous. motion to seconded. CRP #521; Hastings Avenue: approve and sign-Resolution Unanimous. Commissioner O'Meara made t~e No. 46-82. Commissioner Mercer Contract; Jemco Insulation, Inc.: The Board unanimously approved this contract tor installation ot insulation in the court- house attic following the motion by Commissioner O'Meara, seconded by Commissioner Mercer. Approval/Signing of Bills: signed approval ot the April bills to Each Commissioner reviewed and be paid in May. Herbicide Spraying: Alice Lumbard presented her concerns and a well-documented report on spraying in populated areas, particu- larly in the Eaglemount area. Also stating opposition were 13 others who attended the meeting, three who telephoned, and one who sent a letter. Concerns, requests and responses were as follows: Forest practices permits for timber companies to spray near populated areas are in direct contradiction of the citizen-instigated roadway spraying moratorium instituted in the County three years ago. The Board of County Commissioners previously waived their rights on all forest practices permits except those involving land use changes. VOL 8 rW o 909 .....': Minutes, Week of May 3, 1982 Page 2 The Board agreed that it would be reasonable for spraying permits to be added to those they are to review and that, upon receipt of the permit, notification of planned spraying could be published in the newspaper. However, individual notification would not be feasible unless the residents themselves set up a network whereby one person could be notified by the Commissioners and the information would be passed on. At the Board's suggestion that concerned individuals take up these issues with the Forest Practices Board, it was reported that the Forest Practices Board is still going through revisions and is not responsive in a timely manner. It was further pointed out that none of the residents has education background or "expert" certification qualifying them to present an objection that would have adequate impact, and that the Commissioners, representing the County, would have more "clout". The Board agreed to write a letter to the Forest Practices Board relating the residents' concerns. Ms. Lumbard and several others requested clarification on the Board's regulatory authority for public health. The Board responded that the County does not have the resources to prove any danger to public health and, therefore, is not in a position to issue a stop-work order on that basis. Problems of drift, volatization, and water contamination, and the lack of monitoring to determine the extent of these problems in this area, were discussed at length. Commissioner Mercer reported that Mike Cronin, DNR, stated that the forest practices permits must be granted, but that all precautions are being taken to protect residents. The obvious was reiterated that precautions do not, by themselves, preclude drift, etc. and, without monitoring, there is no way to know if precautions are effective; that, even with good intentions, an error is possible or the weather could change the conditions. Com- missioner O'Meara stated that the Board could probably get water samples taken from lakes within the spray area that is populated with- in a couple of days after spraying. The Board reported that, a couple of years ago when similar concerns were voiced, the timber companies agreed to a buffer zone along roads and populated areas. The Board agreed to contact Pope and Talbot, the company presently scheduling spraying, to see if t:ley will institute a buffer zone, and they further agreed to transmit information regarding the location of home sites to the DNR, which supervises spraying. (Following the meeting, Commissioner Mercer did call Mike Crortin, DNR, to confirm his cooperation regarding buffer zones. ) The frustration of the residents was apparent, in that they feel they are not adequately protected from the dangers of spraying, which have been documented in other geographic areas, and have little effective recourse to obtain such protection. However, they are not against spraying in the vast unpopulated areas of timberland, and ask only that some action be taken to utilize other methods, possibly more work intensive, for the comparatively small populated areas. The meeting was recessed until Tuesday, May 4, 1982, at which time all members were again present. County Property Behind Hastings Building: Brent Shirley and Phil Johnson, who is hoping to open a restaurant/bar in a building facing this property, appeared before the Board to inquire about the possibility of the County leasing this parking lot to the City for 5-10 years. The City, if a long-term commitment is made for use, could then consider improvements to the lot and property owners and businesses bordering the lot might be agreeable to installing lighting and other improvements. They were not, at this point, making a specific proposal but were, instead, asking about the Board's recep- tivity to such a plan if the City Council and other property owners agree to undertake the project. The Board indicated that they would be receptive to such a proposal. VOI_ R IAf,r o 910 . " Minutes, Week of May 3, 1982 Page 3 "No Shooting" Areas Around Corrections Centers: John Duffy and Howard Thronson reported that they have a problem keeping hunters out of these areas. They feel tl"1~~_presents_il__safety hazard for resiaeni's---and- corrections center personnel. They pointed out that neither the Department of Corrections nor the DNR have the authority to post the property. A map indicating the area they would like to post was provided. It was clarified that this area would not be closed to the public, but would only be restricted regarding taking firearms onto the property. Holding of public hearings preliminary to acting on an ordinance restricting these areas and permitting post- ing were discussed, as were possible wording for signs and enforcement~ ------------ Public Hearing: Setting'Maximum Jail-Capacity:----Per mot ion- by Commissioner Mercer, seconded by Commissioner O'Meara, the Chairman and the Sheriff signed a letter to the State Jail Commission clarifying the capacities which they feel are necessary for the current jail and the new facility, and notifying that they will not attend the hearing. Interlocal Agreement, Hadlock Launch Ramp Float: The Port of Port Townsend requested an agreement allowing them to install a float at the end of the public access to the water at this launch facility. Commissioner O'Meara moved to approve installation of the float and Commissioner Mercer seconded. Unanimous. An agreement will be prepared. Request for Road Restoration, Hoh River Road: The PUD of Clallam County is requesting cooperation in the restoration of this road which was washed out in last winter's flooding. The Engineer will draft a response. Dance License, Discovery Bay Tavern: Commissioner Mercer made the motion, seconded by Commissioner O'Meara and unanimously approved, to sign this license for May 1, 1982 to May 1, 1983. Letter of Appreciation, Herbert Covert: With the approval of the Board, Chairman Brown signed this letter recognizing Mr. Covert's services on the Shorelines Management Advisory Commission. The meeting was recessed. On Thursday, May 6, 1982, Commissioners Brown and 0' Meara returned to conduct business. Variance Extension; Landfall Restaurant: By instruction to Randy Durant, Health Department, signed by both Commissioners, this variance, granted by the Health Board, was extended by three weeks. Insurance Exclusion: Homer Smith presented a Personal Injury From Law Entorcement Department Operations Exclusion which Chairman Brown signed with Commissioner O'Meara's approval. Courthouse Elevator Service Repair Proposal/Order: This order for United States Elevator Corporation to inspect, make repairs as necessary, and install an intermediate floor access device was signed by Chairman Brown, approved by Commissioner O'Meara. This was in compliance with State requirement for a 5-year load inspection. BUSINESS FROM COUNTY DEPARTMENTS: Planning re: 5/3/82 Off-Road Vehicle Plan: Rachel Nathanson reported that State tunds are available for counties to do some work in producing sites or plans regarding off-road vehicles. Grants are being administered through the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation, and 100/0 funding is available, apparently with no predetermined limitations on the amount. It was further noted that a public interest in providing controlled areas for off-road vehicles has been apparent in inquiries to the Planning Department. lAC is willing to provide funds for approved grants for planning and studies, acquisition of VOl: 8 rn:: o 911 Minutes, Week of May 3, 1982 Page 4 land, development and maintenance or management. Grant applications must be submitted by June 1, 1982, with funding becoming available after November, 1982. Com- missioner Mercer moved to make the grant application. Commissioner O'Meara seconded. Unanimous. Public Works re: 5/4/82 Application to Open Right-of-Way: This application by Anthony Stroeder regarding Rhododendron Avenue was reviewed by Gary Rowe. It was agreed that the avenue should be brought up to County standards by Stroeder before the County takes it over, and it was further decided that the application should be revised to the middle of the right-of-way. The Board also agreed that the park area platted down the middle of the road would not be necessary. Application to Open Right-of-Way: Lawrence Brulotte submitted this application to open the platted right- of-way on Lot 5 of Olson & Hambleton's Addition. Following discussion with Gary Rowe, Commissioner O'Meara made a motion for the Chairman to sign approval of this application and Commissioner Mercer seconded the motion. Unanimous. Application to Open Right-of-Way: Anthony Stroeder's application to open a street in the Eisenbeis Addition, off Highway 20, was referred to the Planning Department for a recommendation. Monitary Responsiblity for Survey Work at FPD Coyle Property: The Board read the letter from Fire Protection District #2 refusing to pay this bill. Following dis- cussion with Mr. Rowe, it was determined that Commissioner Mercer will discuss the matter with the FPD Board. Computer Terminal; Public Works Office: A remote term- inal, which would increase availability of the Central Services computer to the Department for inputting vouchers and, later, in bookkeeping, was requested. The Board will discuss the matter with John Achey. Commercial Road Approaches: Mr. Rowe reported that he has inspected those approaches which are onto major arterials. Most are adequate, but a few are unsafe and it is his intention to contact the owners about making improvements, which the Board approved. He asked for clarification about whether the County will share any of the expense involved. Proposed Vacation of Old Dabob Road: Milt Sanstrom recommended against approving either the petition to vacate a portion of the road presented by Mr. Iglitzen or the intent to vacate initiated by the County. The Commissioners decided against acting to vacate the portion of the road specified in their intent to vacate, and by motion of Commissioner Mercer, seconded by Commissioner O'Meara, Mr. Iglitzen's petition was denied. Unanimous. Treasurer re: 5/3/82 Solid Waste Funds: Fran Hansen asked for, and received, claritication on tunds to be distributed to the solid waste account. Petition for Property Tax Refund: This petition from Delma House was approved tor a refund of $54.85 by motion of Commissioner O'Meara, seconded by Commissioner Mercer. Unanimous. VOl.. 8 fAr,:: o 91Z . Minutes, Week of May 3, 1982 Page 5 ATTEST: J~f4<ll.tf~ APPROVED: ~\ / d--<'<J.... ) B: . Brown, airman a~~ ' . ,.h . I '- tl A<f A.M. Meara, em er Carroll M. Mercer, Member ot the Board VOl. RrAr.< o 913 -----