PLVC Minutes Book for 2007 - Pl-wa.org
PLVC Minutes Book for 2007 - Pl-wa.org
PLVC Minutes Book for 2007 - Pl-wa.org
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- MERU claim <strong>for</strong> Damages by Bert Loomis claiming his property has been devalued by $250,000 because<br />
of MERU and Jefferson County’s over-building according to his calculations is being reviewed by the<br />
Jefferson County’s Claims Committee. This matter may go ultimately to Superior Court.<br />
- 2 permits <strong>for</strong> Tree Removals in critical areas were submitted and issued.<br />
- PLA did a pre-application conference with IOCD <strong>for</strong> 45 lot subdivision of Single family homes on 14.66<br />
acres on June 5, <strong>2007</strong>. They need a long plat, SEPA<br />
Review and a shoreline substantial development proposed within 200ft. of Ord. High Water Mark. The<br />
Hearing Examiner will make the decision.<br />
Other topics currently under study at Jefferson County are:<br />
-Budget- getting more and more difficult to balance; presentation of this county’s budget would be<br />
available to PL residents.<br />
-Critical Areas ordinance.<br />
-Clean <strong>wa</strong>ter district special meeting Oct 17 in Superior Court Room.<br />
When asked, Mr. Fischbach agreed to give a presentation of the County budget to interested parties on<br />
November 1.<br />
County Commissioner – John Austin described no shooting zones in effect and the rationale <strong>for</strong> creating<br />
such zones.<br />
He mentioned the potential MPR project near Brinnon.<br />
He described the Puget Sound <strong>Pl</strong>an 2020 in regard toClallam and Jefferson County areas along county<br />
lines that may be of interest. He spoke of the possible $18 parcel fee <strong>for</strong> Clean Water issue. Austen feels<br />
it is regressive; concerned <strong>for</strong> the 450+ residents who have multiple parcels who can ill af<strong>for</strong>d this fee.<br />
He hopes Port Townsend be included in this possible parcel fee since Jefferson County supports PT in off<br />
setting areas.<br />
Fire District #3 – Chief’s Report, as submitted by Fire Commissioner Dave Wheeler, outlined new<br />
promotions, new hirees, and new recruits. See Appendix A <strong>for</strong> PLF&R Chief’s Report<br />
Discussion ensued regarding the proposed Fire Marshall Position. Cost benefit analysis, fire safety<br />
inspection, and decreased residential or commercial insurance are being considered in this discussion.<br />
Treasurer’s Report: absent – no report.<br />
Committee Reports<br />
Communications Committee – Jack McKay – mentioned that the <strong>PLVC</strong> brochure is due <strong>for</strong> revision and<br />
asked <strong>for</strong> input.<br />
His 250 and growing list of key communicators are of invaluable assistance but he would welcome any<br />
others who wish to be added to this list.<br />
Community Development – In Tom McCay’s absence, Barclay Hampton gave this committee’s report.<br />
See Appendix 2 <strong>for</strong> full details<br />
Finance Committee – no report.<br />
Recycling – no report.<br />
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