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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCounty Council for January 7 1982WHATCOM COUNTY COUNCIL Minutes January 7, 1982 The meeting was called to order at 7:38 p.m. by Chair Van Zanten with all members present for roll- The minutes of the December 17, 1981 meeting were accepted with the following correction: To add on page six the paragraph: "Roehl introduced the Resolution amending Resolution No. 79 -2 regarding rules of procedure governing time, place and conduct of County Council meetings. The Resolution will be back for final consideration January 7, 1982." The minutes of the December 28, 1981 meeting were accepted as presented. TSL'AD TN!'_Q Hearing was declared open on the Ordinance to increase the speed limit on Britton Road. This ordinance will increase the speed limit from 25 m.p.h. to 35 m.p.h. No testimony was given and the hearing was closed. Johnson reported that the Public Safety Committee recommended postponement of any final action for two weeks. The Committee had referred the matter back to the Engineer's Department. Final consider- ation will be January 21, 1982. At this time the Chair called for Open Session to be held before the consideration of the Executive Items, due to a public request.' OPEN SESSION Tore Offnist spoke against Mr. Grant being on the Planning Commission. Barbara Bolt requested that the appointments to the Library Board be postponed for two weeks. EXECUTIVE ITEMS Council confirmed the Executive's following Board appointments: ALCOHOLISM ADMINISTRATIVE BOARD 2 Reappointment of Clayton McDonald; Dorothy Noteboom and Barbara Starr Appointment of Elmer Eid and RaymonLcember Hall All are three year terms to expire 31, 1984. BOARD OF APPEALS FOR BUILDING & CODES Reappointment of Jerry Livermore, Willis Libolt and Si Eldred All are two year terms to expire December 31, 1983. Whatcom County Count Minutes January 7, 1_982 page two BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Reappointment of Diane Hanson and Harvey Armintrout Appointment of John Craig' and Eva Hunter All are three year terms to expire December 31, 1984. CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION Reappointment of Dale Shintaffer A six year term to expire December 31, 1987. MENTAL HEALTH /DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION ADMINISTRATIVE BOARD Reappointment of Anne Nelson Appointment of Luis Ramirez and Roland Peterson All are three year terms to expire December 31, 1984. NOR -BELL NURSING HOME Reappointment of Arie Sluys A six year term to expire January 15, 1988. NORTHWEST SENIOR SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD Appointment of Catherine May A three year term to expire June 30, 1984. RURAL LIBRARY BOARD Muenscher moved to postpone a final decision for two weeks, until January 21, 1982. Motion passed by majority vote. Executive Louws also presented the Council with five Indigent. Defense proposals and requested that a Committee of the Council be established to review them and report back tothe full Council by the January 21st meeting. Muenscher moved to have Van Zanten, Ilansey and Roehl serve on the Committee. Motion passed unanimously. A meeting will.be set by the Chair. FINAL CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION Roehl moved for final consideration the Resolution amending Resolution No. 79 -2 regarding rules of procedure governing time, place and conduct of County Council meetings. Hawley spoke in opposi- tion of the ordinance. Motion passed on a 5 -2 vote. (McIntyre, Hawley) OTHER BUSINESS Nominations were continued for the Planning Commission. Nominations already made to the First District included Bill Clement and Greg Grant. No further nominations were received and the.nominations were closed. Whatcom County CounL Minutes January 7, 1982 page three Nominations already made to the Third District include Alvin Van Dalen, and Elizabeth Bailey. Hawley nominated Emil Baijot. Roehl nominated Don Brunner and Terry Moore. No further nominations were made and the nominations were closed. Hansey moved to proceed with the voting of District 1. Motion passed by majority vote. A roll call vote was taken: Grant 4, Hansey, McIntyre, Johnson, Hawley, and Clement, 3, Van Zanten, Roehl and Muenscher. Grant was appointed to the Planning Commission by majority vote. Hansey moved to suspend the rules and take the vote on District 3. Roehl, Hawley, and Muenscher spoke against the motion. Hansey withdrew his motion. The final vote on District 3 will be taken at the January 21st meeting. Nominations were also continued for the Open Space Advisory Board. Nominations already included Keith Boone. No further nominations were received and the nominations were closed. Boone was appointed to the Board by unanimous vote, 4 -0. ( Hansey, Muenscher and Roehl out) A decision regarding Preliminary Plat request for I1el -Lyn Park was before the Council. Roehl reported the Planning Committee recommended approval of the plat subject to the Hearing Examiner's recommendations. Roehl so moved. Motion passed unanimously. Roehl stated the committee was also looking into the maintenance of oil separators and catch basins. A decision regarding Open Space application filed by R. Sygitowicz was before the Council. Roehl reported the Planning Committee recommended approval of the application. Roehl so moved. Motion passed by unanimous vote. Hearing Examiner recommendations regarding the request for Preliminary Plat of Sunset Heights was received and sent to the Planning Committee for review. Open Space Applications of Karol Tamaszewski and William E. Eppard were received and sent to the Planning Commission for review and recommenda- tion. A decision regarding the request to close Lake Whatcom Boulevard, north of Cable Street was before Council. Johnson, Public Safety Committee, recommended the road not be closed, but that traffic signs, buttons, and striping be done by the County Engineer's Department. Johnson so moved to deny the closure and to install the appropriate safety measures. Motion passed unanimously. Whatcom County Counc 'I Minutes January 7, 1982 page four INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Johnson introduced and moved for final passage the Resolution recognizing the dedication and service rendered to Whatcom County by Wm. L. McIntyre. Motion passed unanimously. Roehl introduced and moved for final passage the Resolution of intent to vacate County Road No. 458, located in Sections 15 and 16; Township 38 North; Range 3 East of W.M. Motion passed unanimously. A public hearing will be set up. Hawley introduced and moved for final passage the Resolution in the matter of application to the Secretary of the Interior for and securing transfer of real property.owned by the United States, more commonly known as Blaine Air Force Station, to Whatcom County and giving the Park Board authority to perform all duties in the acquisi- tion and maintenance of said property. Roger DeSpain gave a brief review of the area being considered. Motion passed unanimously. Hansey introduced the Ordinance establishing service fees and authorizing and agreeing to the City of Bellingham 1982 adopted fee schedule as per City of Bellingham's Ordinance #{9054 thereto relating to Ambulance Service charges. It was referred to the Finance Committee for review by unanimous vote. COMMITTEE REPORTS The Chair reminded Council Members of the swearing in ceremony of new Council Members, to be held January 11, 1982 at 11:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers. The Chair also stated there would be a informational meeting with Puget Power regarding small hydro power on January 12, 1982 at 2:OO p.m. Johnson stated the Public Safety Committee had reviewed the Petition requesting the creation of a dog control zone in the platted area of Lummi Island Scenic Estates. Johnson moved to deny the request due to the lack of permanent residents in the area and the non-abundance-of dogs. Motion passed unanimously. The appropriate correspondence will be sent. Roehl stated that the Planning Committee recommended that an informational meeting of the Council be held to discuss the Task Force Committee presented by the Planning Commission. The Chair will set a Committee of the Whole meeting in the near fut>;=•e. Meeting adjourned 9:20 p.m.