| City Council Agenda Follow-Up
May 7, 2018 |
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| CALL TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE/ROLL CALL | |
| PUBLIC COMMENT | INFO ONLY |
| CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Watson moved, and Councilmember G. Hansen seconded, to approve the consent agenda. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. |
APPROVED
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| PROCLAMATION: Teacher Appreciation Week | INFO ONLY |
| PRIVATE DEVELOPMENTS UPDATE | INFO ONLY |
| PUBLIC HEARING: Public Storage Uses Ordinance
In November of 2017, Council adopted a six-month moratorium on the acceptance of new storage use applications within the General Business Zone. The moratorium was established based on concerns that the proliferation of these uses could impact long-range employment projections in the General Business Zone and beyond. Adoption of the zoning text amendment removes the need for the moratorium, as it creates new definitions to better describe the variety of uses for the storage units, requires that life-safety measures be put in place based on the proposed range of uses when an application is submitted, and adopts regulations to push personal storage uses further from the right of way so that other uses such as businesses can be placed in closer proximity to the street. Councilmember Watson moved, and Councilmember Xczar seconded, to approve the agenda bill. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
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APPROVED |
| ORDINANCE: Overnight Housing in Religious Facilities
Washington State has recognized that religious institutions have played an important role in assisting the homeless or near-homeless. In 1992 the state adopted RCW 19.27.042 allowing local jurisdictions to opt in to allow certain exemptions from building codes for deficiencies that would not be a threat to human life, health, or safety, in order to allow churches to temporarily house homeless persons. This ordinance modifies FMC 15.04 to reference RCW 35A.21.360 and RWC 19.27, allowing the City to authorize religious institutions to temporarily house the homeless or near-homeless, and places restrictions and requirements on the institutions. Councilmember Kennedy moved, and Councilmember Watson seconded, to send the item back to the Planning & Land Use Committee. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. |
SENT BACK TO COMMITTEE |
| ORDINANCE: Development Standards & Trails Standards Revisions
The Development Standards were updated in 2017, and since then staff have identified some minor areas that need clarification. These amendments implement revisions and also include Standard Detail drawings for curb, speed table, and trail construction. Councilmember Watson moved, and Councilmember Olson seconded, to approve the agenda bill with the following amendment to Chapter 19:25.030(F): “All required performance bond securities will remain IN THEIR ORIGINAL AMOUNT until final project approval and/or maintenance bond security acceptance.” MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
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APPROVED AS AMENDED |
| INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT: Water System Intertie
The City currently relies on two water production wells, the Douglas Well and the Shop Well. The design and capacity of the current well system is adequate for current City production needs; however, the system lacks necessary redundancy. The City’s comprehensive water planning documents identified an emergency intertie to address this deficiency. This interlocal agreement with the City of Bellingham sets the terms by which an emergency intertie would be implemented. Councilmember Watson moved, and Councilmember Kennedy seconded, to approve the agenda bill. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. |
APPROVED |
| ORDINANCE: FMC Modifications – Park Impact Fees
FMC 15.60 is the code chapter that provides a basis for park impact fees, dedication of land in lieu of paying impact fees, and other procedural steps related to those fees. The chapter was originally crafted in the early 2000’s and still reflects many of the park-related philosophies in place at that time, including the City’s policy of seeking land dedication as a first option. The modifications tie FMC 15.60 more closely to the Parks Plan, recreating the chapter as a vehicle to implement the Parks Plan rather than as an independent but related regulatory tool. Councilmember G. Hansen moved, and Councilmember Taylor seconded, to approve the agenda bill. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. |
APPROVED |
| RESOLUTION: Residential Targeted Areas
The resolution sets the date for a Public Hearing regarding the potential to offer local developers tax incentives allowed by State law for the construction of multi-family housing in selected areas of the City. With recent changes to State law, this program that was previously only available to larger jurisdictions can now be offered in Ferndale. The hope is that due to these property tax deferrals, housing units will be constructed that would not otherwise be financially feasible. The Public Hearing date is June 18, 2018. Councilmember Kennedy moved, and Councilmember Taylor seconded, to approve the agenda bill with a modification to the map to include all residential property on Second Avenue. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. |
APPROVED AS AMENDED |
| EXECUTIVE SESSION: RCW 42.30.110(i)
Council adjourned to Executive Session at 7:09. Regular session resumed at 7:29 |
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| MAYOR REPORTS/COMMENTS
Information only. COUNCIL REPORTS/COMMENTS Information only. |
INFO ONLY |
| ADJOURNMENT: Meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. |
WHEREAS, teachers inspire the next generation and make it possible for kids to realize their potential; and
WHEREAS, teachers open up the world for students and provide the tools for every student to achieve their best lives and futures; and
WHEREAS, teachers dedicate their lives to students and families by working long hours preparing lessons, correcting papers, and planning for growth opportunities; and
WHEREAS, in the City of Ferndale alone, there are approximately 300 teachers employed by the Ferndale School District; and
WHEREAS, it is an honor to recognize teachers and to observe their dedication.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Jon Mutchler, Mayor of the City of Ferndale, do hereby proclaim the May 7th-11th, 2018 as:
in the City of Ferndale, Washington and I urge all people in our City to join me in this special observance.
Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Thursday, May 10, 2018 from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
Riverside Drive
Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Riverside Drive. Flaggers will be on-site directing traffic while Stremler Gravel Inc works to complete improvements associated with a private development project.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.
Bring your little one out to Hovander Park on Saturday May 12th at 2pm for a Nature Hunt! Participants (and enthusiastic parents) will receive a scavenger hunt of simple natural objects (a tree, a leaf, something green, a bird) and the participants will be encouraged to find as many as they can. Enjoy the fresh air and an opportunity for healthy movement at Hovander Park.
This event is part of our 2018 “Summer of Fun”. You can find out about more free recreational events by clicking here.
For questions about Wee One Nature Hunt, please contact Recreation Coordinator Riley Sweeney at (360) 685-2353 or email him by clicking here.
Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, May 7, 2018 to Monday, May 21, 2018 from 8:00am – 7:00pm.
Third Avenue, between Washington Street and Vista Drive
Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Third Avenue, between Washington Street and Vista Drive. Flaggers will be on-site directing traffic while Maple Tree Construction works to complete improvements associated with a private development project.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.
FOR
PORTAL WAY / 1-5 COMPACT ROUNDABOUT PROJECT
City Project No. ST2016-03
Sealed bid proposals will be received by the City of Ferndale at Ferndale City Hall, 2095 Main Street, Ferndale, Washington, 98248, (360) 384-4006, until May 24, 2018, 2 PM, for the Portal Way / I-5 Compact Roundabout Project. This contract provides for the construction of a compact roundabout (RAB) at the intersection of Portal Way/I-5 north bound off ramp in the City of Ferndale. Work will include removal of structures and obstructions; trench excavation; storm sewer pipe installation; pre-cast curb installation; modifications to existing illumination and ITS systems and other related work. To view the full invitation to bid, please go to: https://www.cityofferndale.org/public-works-department/capital-projects/portal-compact-rab-project/
Susan Duncan
City Clerk – City of Ferndale
Ferndale Record – Published May 2, 2018 and May 9, 2018
Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Thursday, May 3, 2017 from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
Pacific Heights Drive, between Pacific Highlands Avenue and Hope Lane
Drivers should expect delays and consider alternate routes as Pacific Heights Drive will be closed to thru traffic on Thursday, May 3, 2017 between the hours of 7:00am and 7:00pm. Northbound Pacific Heights Drive traffic will be detoured via Thornton Road to Church Road to Pacific Highlands Avenue. Southbound Pacific Heights Drive traffic will be detoured via Pacific Highlands Avenue to Church Road to Thornton Road. This road closure is to complete street improvements associated with a private development project.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.