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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, '1999
1. CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION: 5:00 - 5:30 P.M.
A. General Council Business
2. CALL TO ORDER: 5:30 P.M.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. invocation
3. CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed below have been distributed to Council members in advance for study
and will be enacted by one motion. If separate discussion is desired on an item, it
may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the Regular Agenda at
the request of a Council member.
A. Minutes of Meeting - February 10, 1999 #AB99-030
B. SR304 Transportation Project, Change Order No. 1 for #AB99-031
Building Move or Demolition No. 1
C. SR304 Transportation Project Bid Award for Asbestos #AB99-032
Removal No. 3
4. CLAIMS/CHECK REGISTERS
5. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
6. MAYOR'S REPORT
7. LEGISLATIVE REPORT
8. PUBLIC RECOGNITION -- (Comments Limited to 3 Minutes)
9. RESOLUTIONS
A. Resolution No. 2690, Calling for Commitment for #AB99-033
Reliable Cross Sound Ferry Service
B. Resolution No. 2691, Identifying Service Priorities for #AB99-034
Bremerton Ferry System
10. ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING
AGENDA BILL
BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL
1. SUBJECT: FOR AGENDA OF: FEBRUARY 23, 1999
ORIGINATING DEPT: C I TY COUNC I L
MINUTES OF MEETING -- FEBRUARY 10, 1999 ORIGINATOR: MIKE SHEPHERD, PRESIDEN'
DATE SUBMITTED: FEBRUARY 18, 1999
2. ~: (comment on back 3. ~:
if necessary)
E N DORS EMENT I N F ORMATI ON__ APPROVE D BY COUN C I L PRE S_I~DE N~~~U BMI TTAL:
MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT~/.~~/_~
4. s~m~Y STATEMENT ~D REOUIREMENT ~OR COUNCIL ACTI0~:
8. RECOMMENDATION:
9. RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL:
ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL:
EXPIRATION DATE:
REVIEW DATE:
PULLED TABLED __ APPROVED DISAPPROVED
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE: DATE:
TAPE #1596 UNAI::~ROVED DRAFT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 10, 1999
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order in
the City Council Chambers, 239 4th Street, Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday,
February 10, 1999, at 5:30 P.M., with Council Vice-President Carol Arends. Council
members present were Jim Reed, Carlos Montgomery, David Farr, Lon Overson, John
Law, Cecil McConnell, and Wayne Olsen. Council President Mike Shepherd was
absent. Also present were City Attorney Glenna Malanca, Deputy City Clerk Paula
Johnston, and Legislative Assistant Lori Smith.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council President Shepherd
and invocation given by Reverend Cleveland Williams of the Ebenezer African
Methodist Episcopal Church.
Vice-President Arends made the following announcements:
(1) The Council held a 30-minute Executive Session pdor to the Council meeting
from 4:45 to 5:15 P.M. to discuss "Potential Litigation"; immediately followed by a
10-minute Executive Session from 5:15 to 5:25 P.M. to discuss "Litigation".
(2) A 20-minute Executive Session that was scheduled to take place immediately
following the Council meeting was cancelled.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Meeting - January 27, 1999 #AB99-024
B. Reimbursement of Indigent Appellate Costs #AB99-025
#0038 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Montgomery) Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as
presented.
CLAIMS/CHECK REGISTERS
Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer as required by RCW 42.24.080,
and those expense reimbursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090,
have been recorded on a listing that had been made available to the Council
#0058 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/McConnell) On February 10, 1999, the Council does
approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: 227796
through 227987 in the amount of $362,115.04.
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February 10, 1999
Page 2 of 4
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Olsen announced that the District l& 2 meeting scheduled for Thursday, February
18, 1999 has been cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled, at a later date.
Mr. McConnell reported that City employee, Judy Johnson, with the Department of
Community Development, was scheduled for surgery on Friday, and will be out for 5 to
6 weeks. He wished her a speedy recovery.
Mr. Law announced the next District 3 meeting on Tuesday, February 16, 1999 at the
Senior Center, 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. Judge James Docter will discuss "Crime &
Punishment", and individuals from the U.S. Census Bureau will give a short
presentation and then be available to answer questions for anyone interested in
working with the Bureau during next year's Census period. He encouraged citizens to
cross the bridge and visit the lower Manette business district.
Mr. Overson announced there were businesses, as well as construction activity going
on downtown, and suggested to "keep watching...downtown is coming back".
Mr. Farr reminded the public that Districts 6, 7, & 8 would hold a neighborhood meeting
tomorrow night from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M., Thursday, February 11, 1999 at the Bremerton
School Administration Building on Marion Avenue. Acting Chief Rob Forbes will be the
guest speaker, as well as a general "Questions & Answer" session.
Mr. Montcjomery attended the West Sound Technical Skills Center (formerly the Kitsap
Peninsula Vocational Skills Center) 20th anniversary celebration earlier today. The
program included a Dedication, followed by an Open House from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. He
presented statistics to show that since the City has taken over the Wastewater
Treatment Plant, the City has been able to correct a multitude of errors, far exceeding
expectations, and Stormwater Crews are currently working on ways to reduce the
amount of stormwater coming off of streets and properties. He complimented the
Public Works Department for all their efforts. He also discussed the District 6-7-8
meeting to be held tomorrow night, and stated that a short discussion would be held on
the vacating of various streets that are on maps only, or streets that are existing, but no
one can use because they are too steep.
Vice-Pre~ident Arends reiterated information about the District 6-7-8 meeting to be
held tomorrow night at 7:00 at the Bremerton School Distdct Building on Marion
Avenue. She also reported on an interesting meeting she attended earlier today at the
Bremerton/Kitsap County Health Department. She thanked them for all the information
provided, including an overview of their background, operations, plans, and policies.
In the absence of the Mayor, Vice-President Arends read the following Proclamation:
The week of February 15 through 21, 1999 as "Chamber of Commerce Week".
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City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes
February 10, 1999
Page 3 of 4
LEGISLATIVE REPORT
A letter of response from Phil Berry, Director of Community Development, was read
that answered concerns raised by Frank Burton & Conrad Esser regarding lack of
safety measures for a hillside adjoining their property, and the potential for
mudslides after Joe Mentor, owner of the Panda Inn, constructed a deck. It is the
view of the Department that all efforts have been made to work out a fair agreement
with all parties concerned. Mr. Mentor has voluntarily agreed to clean any remaining
dirt and gravel from the driveways, as well as adding plantings to the slope of his
property as soon as weather improves.
Rich Hanna, the City Treasurer, provided a letter to John Becker in response to his
suggestions that the City investigate the idea of refinancing the City's debt, in
particular, the sewer debt. It was explained that the City currently has two
outstanding utility bond issues, the first issued in 1992, and the second issued in
1994. Both were issued without the right of early redemption. It was decided at the
time of issue that the additional interest cost was too high a price to pay for a call
option that was likely to expire unused.
· Information regarding the fluoridation ordinance was provided by letter to Paul
Drnjevic by Paula Johnston, Deputy City Clerk. She informed him the Fluoride
Ordinance number would be 4647, with an effective date of February 22, 1999, ten
days after Certification of the Special Election Ballot on February 2, 1999.
· Questions raised by Vircjil Elkinton have been referred to the Director of Public
Works, and we are awaiting their response.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Gordy Byrd asked questions about the $300,000+ spent for fluoridation equipment,
and reported the opening of "Chosen One Music Experience" downtown.
Del Knauss provided a list of questions regarding Sinclair Landing, Kitsap Regional
Planning Council, and "Inside Bremerton". This letter is on file in the Council office. He
was still concerned about money being spent, even though Kitsap Transit was paying
and not the City, to send two members of the City Council to Washington, D.C. Vice-
President Arends stated that as a member of the Kitsap Transit Board, she was asked
by the Board to attend some of the workshops that pertain to items currently affecting
the Board, and they are paying her expenses. She suggested that questions or
concerns about their policies could be addressed to the Kitsap Transit Board Director.
Vir~lil Elkinton and ROy Mclnnis raised concerns about the Sinclair Landing Project.
They both support the project, and asked to be kept informed on the progress.
Paul ~ again asked whether fluoridation equipment was installed and tested.
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February 10, 1999
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John Becker asked the City Council to pass a Resolution, and send it to Olympia,
discussing the recurring breakdowns of the ferry system, and how it affects the City.
Elizabeth Buell brought a message from Lena Swanson, who was asking the City for
their support in solving the problems with the ferry system. She also asked questions
about the fluoridation equipment, and whether the City will get any money back.
Mr. Montgomery as a member of the Ferry Advisory Committee, responded to the
concerns over ferry service. He stated that these very issues have been brought to
Olympia, along with a Resolution, requesting an additional ferry to be assigned in
Bremerton. The Committee understands the frustrations, and they are working on it.
Susan Brown commented that the issue is more complicated than just whether ferries
were ardving on-time and are well maintained. She was concemed about the damage
to the shoreline, and whether those issues were being addressed.
H. Emily Moshay announced the "Lets Pull Together, 8~ A~nual Community Unity
Banquet" to be held Friday evening, February 26, 1999, 6:00 P.M., at the Olympic
Lodge, Naval Station Bremerton. Special guest speaker will be Morrie Miller from
Olympic College. Tickets are $25.00 per person, which includes a full dinner buffet.
Anyone interested in attending can call 405-1450, 377-9623, or 478-0364 for tickets.
Chris Bell stated he was disappointed the fluoride issue did not pass, and expressed
his support for the Sinclair Landing Project.
With no further business meeting adjourned at 6:15 P.M.
PAULA JOHNSTON, Deputy City Clerk
CAROL ARENDS, Council Vice-President
City of Bremerton
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AGENDA BILL
BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL
1. ~ SR 304 TRANSPORTATION PROJECT FOR AGENDA OF: February 23, 1999
BLDG. MOVE OR DEMOLITION NO. 1 ORIGINATING DEPT: Public Works &,Utils
CONTRACT- CHANGE ORDER/il ORIGINATOR: R. Witt, City Eng.~ot~.~
DATE SUBMITTED: February 16, 1999
2. CLE~S? (Comment on back if necessary) 3. EXHIBITS:
1. Location Map
2. Change Order
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ENDORSEMENTS]L- INFORMATION [] APPROVED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT FOR SUB/MITTAL:
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4. SUMMARY STATEMENT AND REOUIREMENT FOR COUNCIL ACTION:
Orca Construction was awarded a $25,437.01 contract to remove or demolish all structures on 5 parcels within the
SR304 Transportation Improvement Project limits. Change Order #1 would remove all structures located on 3
additional parcels. This would increase the current contract amount by $12,500.00 to $37,937.01. The engineer's
estimate for this change order is $25,095. Expedient removal of these structures are necessary to maintain the schedule
for the project construction. The action before the City Council is to authorize the mayor to execute Change Order #1
for the SR304 Transportation Improvement Project - Building Move or Demolition No. 1 contract.
fi. RECOMMENDATION:
That the Mayor is authorized to execute Change Order #1 on the SR304 Transportation Improvement Project -
Building Move or Demolition No. 1 contract increasing the contract amount of $12,500.00 for a total contract amount
of $37,937.01.
9. RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL: Director Pub Wks & Util
ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL: Director Pub Wks & Util
EXPIRATION DATE:
REVIEW DATE:
10. I N
PULLED [] TABLED [] APPROVED [] DISAPPROVED [1 AMENDED [1
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE:
(OVER) n. AGENDA BILL NO.:
2. (~I,EARANCE COMMENTS:
3. SUMMARY STATEMENT AND REQUIREMENT FOR COUNCIL ACTION - Continuation
5. IMPACT ON NON-PASSAGE:
Staff will be forced to add these structures to a separate contract. In addition to delaying the removal of the structures
and potentially delaying the contruction of the Gateway phase of the SR304 Project, it would be more costly for the
city to add these structures to the next demolition contract rather than let the current contractor move the structures.
6. IMPACT ON STAFFING, BUDGETS, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT AND OTHER RESOURCES:
Staffing: 15 staff hours for construction administration, inspection.
Budget: This project is included in the 1999 budget as part of the 1999 Arterial Street fund and sufficient
funds exists to do this work with the additional funding the City will receive from other funding
sources. The City will be receiving funding from the Federal Highway Administration and the
State Transportation Improvement Board.
Facilities/Equipment: No impact.
7. RESEARCH SOURCES:
CHANGE ORDER
CITY OF BREMERTOi _ _
Page 1 of 5
Contract Change Order No. 1
Project Name SR304 TIP - Bldg. Move or Demo. #1 Orig. Contract Amt. $ 25,437.00 Days 90
Project No. A42046 Prev. Appvd. Changes $ -0- Days -0-
Contractor Orca Construction. L.L.C. This Change $ 12.500.00 Days 45
Revised Contract Amt. $ ~ 37.937.00 Days 135
This Change Order covers changes to the subject contract as described herein. The Contractor shall construct,
furnish equipment and materials, and perform all work as necessary or required to complete the Change Order
Items for a lump sum price agreed upon between the Contractor and the City of Bremerton.
Description of Changes Increase in (Decrease) Contract
Contract in Contract Time
Amount Amount Extension
($) ($) (days)
Three additional parcels of public right-of-way for the
improvement of SR 304 have been added to the
SR 304 TIP Building Moving or Demolition No.1 contract.
Move or Demolish all structures occupying the following
three additional parcels:
132 S. Wycoff Avenue $ 4,000
201 S. Wycoff Avenue $ 4,500
309 S. Cambrian Avenue $ 4,000
Totals $ 12,500 45 days
Net change in contract amount
Increase or (decrease) $ 12,500
The undersigned Contractor approves the foregoing Change Order as to the changes, if any, in the contract
price specified for each item including any and all supervision costs and other miscellaneous costs relating to the
change in work, and as to the extension of time allowed, if any, for completion of the entire work on account of
said Change Order. The Contractor agrees to furnish all labor and materials and perform all other necessary
work, inclusive of the directly or indirectly related to the approved time extension, required to complete the
Change Order items. This document will become a supplement of the contract and all provisions will apply
hereto. It is understood,that the Change Order shall be effective when approved by the. City of Bremerton.
Recommended:~ .... ,,/~~ /Pro!ect Engineer Date: ~/,j~j~,~' ~
Recommended: _ .(~¥_~A~ (~"~- /City Engineer Date: 5)~:i~_~.,q
Accept' .~ ~~'~)~ /Contractor Date:~?/,~'j??
Approved: /Mayor Date:
AGENDA BILL
BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL
1. SUBJECT: SR 304 TRANSPORTATION PROJECT FOR AGENDA OF: February 23, 1999
ASBESTOS REMOVAL NO. 3 CONTRACT ORIGINATING DEPT: Public Works & Utils,
BID AWARD ORIGINATOR: R. Witt, City Eng.
DATE SUBMITTED: February 16, 1999
2. CLEARta,15IC-~S: (Comment on back if necessary) 3. I~XI-IIBITS:
,33(q~~//~~ 'tor~ffPub~ 1. Location Map
& Utilities 2. Bid Tabulation
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4. SUMMARY STATEMENT AND REQUIREMENT FOR COUNCIL ACTION:
Bids were opened for the SR 304 Transportation Improvement Project, Asbestos Removal No. 3 contract on February,
16, 1999. This is the third phase of the removal and disposal of asbestos in structures located within the SR304
Transportation Improvement Project. This contract will remove and dispose of asbestos from eight separate structures
occupying public right of way. ~ bids for this project were received. C,~o~,o ~>~t-r'n gTo~.t,¢o~,q~r~, was the
lowest responsive bidder with a bid of $ z $1_~tq .°°. The engineer's estimate for this project was $64,671. The
action before the City Council is approval of a contract with 6ao~,~ p~-rtq ~¢,~4a~v~,~. for the SR304
Transportation Improvement Project - Asbestos Removal No. 3 contract.
5. RECOMMENDATION:
The City Council approve award of the bid of $ z8~ ..qlq, oo with ~aowP ~>r/t. rr4 ~taa.~4~*~ o~rt[he SR 304
Transportation Improvement Project - Asbestos Removal No. 3 contract and authorize the Mayor to execute the same.
9. RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL: Director Pub Wks & Util
ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL: Director Pub Wks & Util
EXPIRATION DATE:
REVIEW DATE:
10. NOTICE OF ACTION
PULLED [] TABLED [] APPROVED [] DISAPPROVED [] AMENDED []
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE:
(OVER) ii. AGENDA BILL NO.:
2. CLEARANCE COMMENTS:
3. SUMMARY STATEMENT AND REOUIREMENT FOR COUNCIL ACTION - Continuation
5. IMPACT ON NON-PASSAGE:
Funding by the State and Federal agencies used for the design of this project will have to be returned. The project will
not be built and existing ,traffic capacity safety issues will remain.
6. IMPACT ON STAFFING. BUDGETS. FACILITIES. EQUIPMENT AND OTHER RESOURCES:
Staffing: 100 staff hours for construction administration, inspection.
Budget: This project is included in the 1999 budget as part of the 1999 Arterial Street fund and sufficient
funds exists to do this work with the additional funding the City will receive from other funding
sources. The City will be receiving funding from the Federal Highway Administration and the
State Transportation Improvement Board.
Facilities/Equipment: No impact.
7. RESEARCH SOURCES:
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BID TABULATION
TOTALS
City of Bremerton
SR 304 - Asbestos Removal No. 3, February 1999
ENGINEER'S CROWN DELTA NORTHWEST LONG ENVIRO.
ESTIMATE ENVIRO. ABATEMENT SERVICES
BID ITEM UNIT EST. AMOUNT AMOUNT AMOUNT AMOUNT
QUANT.
1 Asbestos Removal - 415 S. Cambrian L.S. I $41,250.00 $16,299.00 $16,500.00 $28,362.00
2 Asbestos Removal - 243 S.Wycoff L.S. I $4,275.00 $2,738.00 $3,800.00 $3,005.00
3 Asbestos Removal - 245 S.Wycoff L.S. I $4,300.00 $1,462.00 $1,400.00 $1,192.00
4 Asbestos Removal - 307 S.Wycoff L.S. I $3,940.00 $1,934.00 $3,950.00 $1,974.00
5 ASbestos Removal - 114 S.Wycoff L.S. I $1,710.00 $1,064.0~) $3,350.00 $1,338.00 °
6 Asbestos Removal - 102-1/2 S. Wycoff L.S. I $795.00 $545.00 $2,000.00 $853.00
7 Asbestos Removal - 306 S.Cambrian L.S. I $h,180.00 $2,120.00 $2,200.00 $1,878.00
8 Asbestos Removal - 117 S.Wycoff L.S. I $3,220.00 $1,351.00 $2,800.00 $2,068.00
9 Samplin.g and Testing EST. EST. $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00
10 Credits / Debits Minor Changes CALC. CALC. $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 $1.00
TOTAL ESTIMATE $64,671.00 $28,514.00 $37,001.00 $41,671.00
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AGEND~ BILL
BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL
1. SU~ECT: FOR AGENDA OF: ~2~3-99
Resolution No.2690 ORIGINATING Dept ''~/J~/2~
2. ~: (comment on back 3. EXHIBITS:
if necessary)
ENDORSEMENT INFORMATION__ APPROVED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT FOR SUBMITTAL:
MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT
4. SUMMARY STATEMENT AND REOUIREMENT FOR COUNCIL ACTION:
A resolution requesting the Legislature take immediate action as may be
appropriate to correct obvious cross sound transportation deficiencies and to
create a Blue Ribbon Task Force to examine corrective action that may be
taken.
8. RECOMMENDATION:
Pass Resolution # 2690 calling for a commitment for reliable cross sound
ferry service.
9. RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL:
ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL:
EXPIRATION DATE:
REVIEW DATE:
10. NOTICE OF ACTION
PULLED TABLED APPROVED DISAPPROVED AMENDED
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE: DATE: ~-- ~ 5~
RESOLUTION NO. ~5~ ~}~
RESOLUTION CALL1NG FOR A COMMITMENT FOR RELIABLE CROSS
SOUND FERRY SERVICE
WHEREAS, reliable and frequent Cross Sound water transportation is a necessity to the
continued economic development of Bremerton and Kitsap County, and to the general welfare of
its citizens; and
WHEREAS, there has been a constant breakdown of vessel equipment and operations
including basic communications with users and other transportation providers, all of which have
been well noted in the public media; and
WHEREAS, there seems to be little concem expressed or evidenced by the Marine
Division of the Washington State Department of Transportation regarding deficiencies in
management and daily operations; and
WHEREAS, the west Puget Sound area is no longer represented on the Washington State
Transportation Commission with a member appointed from its geographic area; and o
WHEREAS, the Bremerton City Council is committed to encouraging economic
development and believes that it is both appropriate and necessary that the Council call these
transportation shortcomings to the attention of elected and appointed state leaders and request
that they individually and collectively use their best efforts to correct the widespread deficiencies
existing in the Marine Division;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature take such immediate action
as may be appropriate during this legislative session to correct obvious cross sound
transportation deficiencies, and to create a Blue Ribbon task force consisting of knowledgeable
transportation committee and community members to examine future corrective action that may
be taken and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Honorable Gary Locke, Govemor of the State of
Washington, appoint at his first opportunity, as a member of the Washington State
Transportation Commission, a qualified resident of west Puget Sound; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this Resolution be provided to Legislators
representing the 23rd, 26th and 35th Legislative Districts and to the Washington State
Transportation Commission, to the Secretary of Transportation, Governor Gary Locke, and all
local media.
DATED this 23rd day of February 1999.
Lynn S. Horton, Mayor Mike Shepherd, Council President
AGENDA BILL
BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL
Resolution No. 2691 . . ORIGINATING Dept_
· ' ' ORIGINATOR: //~
2. ~: (comment on back 3. EXHIBITS:
if necessary)
ENDORSEMENT__ INFORMATION APPROVED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT FOR SUBMITTAL:
MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT
A Resolution requesting the immediate assignment of the Super Ferry Kleeton
to the Bremerton ferry run and providing additional auto ferry fund'lng and
additional weekend service for the passenger only ferries.
8. RECOMMENDATION:
Pass Resolution 2691 identifying service priorities for the Bremerton ferry
route and the ferry system.
9. RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL:
ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL:
EXPIRATION DATE:
REVIEW DATE:
10. NOTICE OF ACTION
PULLED TABLED APPROVED DISAPPROVED AMENDED
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE: DATE:
RESOLUTION NO. ~t~/
WHEREAS, the 1999 Washington State Legislature is currently in session; and
WHEREAS, there needs to be a consistent voice regarding ferry service requests to the
Legislature; and
WHEREAS, representatives from the City of Bremerton, Bremerton Ferry Advisory
Committee, Bremerton Main Street Association, Bremerton Area Chamber of Commerce,
Economic Development Council and the Port of Bremerton met to prioritize short term
Bremerton to Seattle service issues;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED service priorities are:
1. Immediate assignment of the Super ferry Kleetan to the Bremerton ferry run
providing an additional 60 cars per ferry over the Issaquah class vessels.
2. Funding for additional auto ferry service to Bremerton in the evenings, o
3. Funding for weekend service for the passenger-only fast ferries to Bremerton.
4. Implementation of a comprehensive customer service program in the ferry
system, with an outside consultant and dated benchmarks for improvement in
service. The two main issues that require immediate consideration are:
a. Improved communication within the ferry system itself and with
customers when vessels are to be reassigned and when vessels are out of
service.
b. Improved cleanliness on the vessels especially health issues related to the
bathrooms.
SIGNED this 23ra day of February 1999.
Lynn S. Horton, Mayor Mike Shepherd, Council President