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BREMERTON, WA 98337
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
OCTOBER 15, 1997
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION: 5:00 - 5:30 P.M.
A. General Council Business
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CALL TO ORDER: 5:30 P.M.
A. Pledge Of Allegiance
B. Invocation
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 - October 8, 1997 #AB97-228
CLAIMS/CHECK REGISTERS
5. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
6. MAYOR'S REPORT
7. PUBLIC RECOGNITION -- (Comments Limited to 3 Minutes)
NEW BUSINESS
A. Declaration Of Surplus Property, 2.5 Acres
Between Austin Drive And Highway 3
#AB97-229 3
PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P.M. OR LATER
A. Community Development Block Grant Allocation
#AB97-230 ~
AGENDA BILL
-BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL
1. SUBJECT':-
MINUTES - OCTOBER 8, 1997
FOR AGENDA OF:
ORIGINATING DEPT:
ORIGINATOR:
DATE SUBMITTED:
10-15-97
City Council
David ~arr. President
1'0-10-97
(comment on back
if necessary)
ENDORSEMENT__ INFORMATION
MAYOR
__ APPROVED BY COUNCIT, P~I~N~R~ S,UBMITTAL:
COUNCIL PRESIDENT ~~ .
4. SUMMARY STATEMENT AND REOUIREMENT FOR COUNCIL AcTION:
8. RECOMMENDATION:
9. RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL:
ENFOR~ OFFICIAL:
EXPIRATION DATE'
REVIEW DATE:
PUT.LED TABLED
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE:
10. NOTIC~ OF ACTION
APPROVED DISAPPROVED
..DATE
AGENDA BILL
BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL
DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY,
2.5 ACRES BETWEEN AUSTIN DRIVE
AND HIGHWAY 3.
FOR AGENDA OF: 0C1085R 15, 1997
ORIGINATING DEPT: Executive ///
ORIGINATOR: Ian R. Sievers~~×
City Attorney
DATE SUBMITTED: September30 , 1997
2. ~(Comment on back if necessary)
DIR~CTOR~F~~WORKS & UTILITIES
~OUN~IL CO~TTEE
-Legal description
and site map
YoRENDORSm 'NT m TION []
4. SUMMARY STATEMENT AND REQUIREMENT FOR COUNCIL ACTION:
This 2.5 acre parcel between Austin Dr. and Highway 3 near the entrance to the
Naval Hospital was acquired by the City in 1977. It is recommended that this
property be surplused and sold by sealed bid for not less than 90% of appraised
value. Public notices and postings requirements have been met for this hearing.
8. RECOMMENDATION:
Motion declaring 2.5 acres described in Exhibit "A" as surplus to the City's needs
and directiDg appraise% and ~eaied
9. RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL:
ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL:
EXPIRATION DATE:
REVIEW DATE:
10. NOTICE OF ACTION
PULLED [] TABLED [] APPROVED [] DISAPPROVED [] AMENDED [] DATE:
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE:
11. AGENDA BILL NO.:
(OVER)
2. CLEARANCE COMMENTS: -
5. IMPACT OF NON-PASSAGE:
Loss of revenue to general fund; property remains off tax rolls and unused.
6. IMPACT ON STAFFING, BUDGETS, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT OR OTHER RESOURCES:
None.
7. RESEARCH SOURCES:
Surplus.Ab - Agenda Disk - 9/10/97
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AGENDA BILL
BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL
1. SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING
CDBG Allocation
FOR AGENDA OF: October 15, 1997
ORIGINATING DEPT.: Neighborhood Development
ORIGINATOR: Deborah Peavler-Stewart
DATE SUBMITTED: October 9, 1997
2. CLEARANCES:
Development
City Attomey=~~.~ ,~
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3. EXHIBITS:
ENDORSEMENT INFORMATION
4. SUMMARY STATEMENT AND REQUIREMENT FORCOUNCILACTION:
The process to identify activities to fund under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Program, as defined in the 1998 Policy Plan and Application, has been completed. The City of
Bremerton will receive an estimated $550,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds from
HUD for 1998.
Applications received by August 27, 1997 were reviewed by City staff for compliance with technical
requirements. The Citizen advisory committee has read all of the applications, interviewed the
applicants, rated and ranked the projects, and are making the attached recommendations.
8. RECOMMENDATION:
Motion to approve the Citizen's Advisory Committee recommendations.
RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL:
ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL:
EXPIRATION DATE:
REVIEW DATE:
PULLED TABLED
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE:
10. NOTICE OF ACTION
APPROVED DISAPPROVED
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CLEARANCE COMMENTS:
None
AGENDA BILL NO.:
5. IMPACT ON NON-PASSAGE:
Would not be able to complete the Action Plan to submit to HUD-would jeopardize funding
6. IMPACT ON STAFFING, BUDGETS, FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT OR OTI~.R RESOURCES.'
None
7. ~_.S~a__U_~ES:
The 1998 Community Development Block Grant Citizen Advisory Committee
consisted of:
RoY Mcinnis
Debra Jackson
Helen Davis
Citizen Advisory Committee Recommendations
1998 CDBG Program
HUMAN SERVICE APPLICATIONS
AMOUNT AMOUNT
APPLICANT PROJECT RATE RANK REQUESTED RECOMMF~NDED
YWCA ALIVE Prosram 112 #1 $19,778 $19,778
Brem. Service Assoc. Chuck-wa[on 110 #2 $12,000 $12,000
KC Sexual Assault Intervention 107 #3 $12,500 $12,000
Kitsap Health Center Dental Health 105 #4 $15,000 $12,000
Bremerton Foodline Administration 98 #5 $19,200 $12,000
Kitsap Comm. Res Housing Services 94 #6 $30,000 $12,000
Literac), Council Work Skills 92' #7 $ 7,500 $ 2,722
Bremerton Parks Pla¥~ound Express 80 #8 $25,000 $ -0-
YMCA Child Care 78- #9 $ 7,500 $ -0-
New Faith Comm. Ctr Counselin~ 75 #10 $10,000 $ -0-
Olympic Ed. District Child Care Referral 73 #11 $ 7,741 $ -0-
Kitsap'Youth Service" Families United 72 #t'2 $ 7,500 $ -0-
RM2H - Counselin~ 67 #13 $22,900 $ -0-
Sound Institute Trainin~ 58 #I4 $32,468 $ -0-
TOTAL $229,087 $82,5130
CAPITAL APPLICATIONS
AMOUNT A~MOUNT
APPLICANT PROJECT RATE RANK REQUESTI~D RECOMMENDED
Brcmertorr Parks' ' ADA Improvements 77 ~#1 $11,350 $11,350
YWCA Multi-purpose facility 74 #2 $90,000 $90,000-
Bremerton P.W. Sidewalk ADA 72 #3 $20,000 $20,000
Bremerton parks Sheridan Park 71 ~-4 $ 8,150 $ 6,150
BHA Greenhouse 67 ~-5/6 $26,490 $26,490
gremerton P.W~ BUrwell Hill' Climb 64 #7 $50,000 $ 2,510
Bremerton P.W. Traffic Calming. 56 #8/9 $40,000 $ ~ $6. OO~
Rox), Group Marquee Restoration 56 .#8/9 $25,000 $ -0-
EDC MiCroenterpdseT.A. 47 #10 $31,100 $ -0-
Metro Group Historic Preservation 43 #1 l $25,000 $ -0-
Brcmerton DCD CDC Assistance 35 htl2 $24,950 $ -0-
TOTAl. $388,040 $192,500
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS
AMOUNT AlVlO~
APPLICANT PROJECT RATE RANK RE([EESTEB RECOMMENDEll
Bremerton DCD Administration $90,000 $90,000**
Bremerton Parks Kitsap Lake Plan 52 #1 $10,000 $10,000
Bremerton DCD Manette Plan 47 #3 $42,300 $ 6,500 ,'-
TQTAL $145,800 $110,000
HOUSING APPLICATIONS
AMO~ AMOUNT
AI~PI,ICANT PROJ-ECT RATE RANK RE~UESTE'~ RECO~ED
Bremerton DCD Housing; Pro,sram $75,000 $75,000**
Kitsap Community Weatherization 91 # 1 $100,000 $90,000
Resources
Easter Seal Housing Modification 86 #2 '$12,036 $ -0-
Kitsap Mental Housing Repair 75 #3 $32,815 $ -O-
Health Services
TOTAL $219,851 $165,000
** Set Aside
· PUBLIC SERVICE APPLICATIONS
Applicant: YWCA ALIVE
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to be used to support the YWCA
ALIVE Program which provides temporary-emergency shelter and a comprehensive
range of supportive services for domestic violence victims and their children.
Amount Requested: $19,778.00
Rank #1
Ratine 112
Amount Recommended: $19,778.00
Comments: "This is a necessary and vital project to the community. There is a rise in
Domestic Violence" This is a well thought out project that is provided in a detailed
application.
Applicant: Bremerton Services Association--Chuckwagon
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to be used to provide nutritious meals
to low income homebound elderly persons, age 60 and older residing in Bremerton.
Remaining independent at home with improved health and dignity, human comact from
the volunteers, and self reliance are benefits to-thefrait- elderly receiving meals.
Amount Requested: $t2,000
.Rank #2
Ratine 110
Amount Recommended: $12,000
Comments: There is a great need to take care of the elderly, especially in a way to give
them independence. This service responds to a basic need.
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Applicant: Kitsap Sexual Assault Center--Child Abuse Intervention
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to support the Child Abuse
Intervention~Project which will pro-vide-legalhxtedica[ advocacy, crisis int_er~enlion,_
assessment of-needs, counseling, pavem edueation; and-information and referral to-
children who are victims of childabuse.
· Amount Requested: $12,500
-Rank g3
'Amount Recommended: $12,000
Comments; This. project is a MUST.
on the rise.
The i~idence of child abuse and assault has been
Aoolicant: Kitsap Community Health Centers--Dental Health
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide oral health care to dentally
undeserved populations in Bremerton by hiring a .50 FTE Dental Hygienist_
Amount· Requested: $15,000'
Rank ti4
Ratin~ 105
Amount Recommended:-- $ t2,000
Comments: This is an extremely important addition to Bremerton. Dental health is
usually neglected in low income households. Medical and dental are basic needs.
1998 CDBGAllocation-PUBLIC SERVICE APPLICATIONS page#2
A~}~licant; Bremerton Foodlir~e
'P~o|ect Description: The Bremerton Foodline addresses the issue of providing food
for the needy who reside within the boundaries of the Bremerton School District.
CDBG funds are requested to pay the salaries of the Bremerton Foodline's two pm-
time employees.
Amount Requested: $19,200
.Rank #5
-Ratilve 98
-Amount Recommended:' $12,000
Comments: If we don't feed people, especially children, the body cannot function
properly. Good nutrition enables~children to learn better. Feeding the hungry is
responding to a~basic need:
Atmtieant: Ffitsap. Community Resources--Housing Services
Proiect Description:. CDBG-fund~ are requested to provide emergency.and transitional
housing services for low income Bremerton residents.
Amount Requested: $30,000
Rank #6
· Ratin~ 94
Amount Recommended: $12.000
This responds to the basic need forshelter
Applicant: Literacy Council--Work Skills
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide adult basic education and.
GED preparation classes to low/very Iow income adults in Bremerton so they can pass
the GED and get a job.
Amount Requested: $7,500
Rank #7 ·
Ratin~, 92
Amount Recommended: $2,7 t2
Comments: There is a need in the community for this service-We recommend that this
project receive_ consideration if additional funds become available.
1998 CDBG Allocation -PUBLIC SERVICE APPLICATIONS page #3
Applicant: Bremerton Parks--Playground express
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to support an organized recreation
program for children ages 6-11. It is an 8 week program that is held Monday through
Friday 10 am to 3 pm. The program is staffed by 2 parks and recreation staffand 2
AmeriCorp staffper site. There are 4 sites. Lunch is served. It is flee to participants.
Amount Requested: $25,000
Rank #8
Ratine 80
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: Even though this is a good progrmmit is recommended the bulk of the
funds go to organizations who prmride services that address basic needs:
Annlicant: YMCA--Child Care Scholarships
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide scholarships which enable
low-income and very low income children to participate in latchkey childeam
Amount Requested: $7,500
Rank ~9
Ratin~, 78
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: This is an important project. It allows people to get a job. However there
are not enough funds available.
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Annlicant: New Faith Community Center--Employment preparedness program
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide job training to assist low
income people obtain skills and proficiency to obtain employment.
Amount Requested: $10,000
Rank #10
Ratine 75
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: Excellent idea for a much needed project. Recommend organization
collaborate with churches and other organizations to develop the project and come back
in with a more defined project next year.
Applicant: Olympic Education District #114
Proiect Description: CDBG funds will be used to provide enhanced child care
information and referral services to Iow income families who are participating in
Temporary Assistance to Needy Families activities.
Amount Requested: $7,741
Rank #11
Ratine 73
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: Our focus was more on basic needs. Additionally, the project will benefit
only a few families
Applicant: Kitsap Youth Services
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide recreational activities, arts
and crafts, drug and alcohol abuse intervention through working with Westpark
Community Center and Community Services for youth going through the juvenile
justice system.
Amount Requested: $7,500
Rank #12
Ratine 72
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: Good project and dedicated director, however with limited funds we
focused on basic needs.
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A~olicant: RMH Services--For the Untreated Mentally Ill
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide intensive mental health
case management services for untreated chronically mentally ill adults with a-history of
Amount Requested: $22,900
Rank #13
Ratine 67
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: The amount of CDBG funds per client is extremely high. Some people
need this undivided care however, the lower rating was given due to the limited amount
of funds available and the availability of service fi-om other sources.
Applicant: Sound Institute--Greenhouse Training
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide greenhouse/nursery work
training to at-risk youth and residents of the Westpark Housing Development.
Amount Requested! $32,468
Rank #14
Ratine 58
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: The amount of CDBG funds requested' compared to the number of
individuals to be trained is extremely high.
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CAPITAL APPLICATIONS
Applicant: Bremerton Parks-ADA improvements
'Project Description: CDBG funds are requested for installation of automated doors
into public restrooms; ramp improvements, installation of a permanent handicapped li~
at Jarstad Aquatic Center, and drainage correction at handicapped parking at the Senior
Center
Amount Requested: $11,350
Rank #1
Ratin~ 77
Amount Recommended: $11,350
Comments: This is a good project-every building and facility needs to be handicapped
accessible.
Applicant: YWCA--Multipurpose facility
Proiect Description: CDBG funds axe requested for costs to construct and/or
rehabilitate a center to provide educational, employment, and housing assistance to
domestic violence victims and their children, and to other families in crises.
Amount Requested: $90~000
Rank #2
Ratin~ 74
Amount Recommended: $90,000
Comments: This project will provide expanded services-it will be an asset to the
community-This addresses a real need.
Aoolicant: Bremerton Public Works --Sidewalks ADA
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to construct and install up to 15 of
the highest prioritized sidewalk ramps, as ranked fi.om the City's adopted ADA
Sidewalk Access Prioritizafion which was developed by the City's Disability Action
Committee
Amount Requested: $20,000
Rank #3
Ratin~ 72
Amount Recommended: $20,000
Comments: Good project--
1998 CDBG Allocation --CAPITAL APPLICATIONS page #1
Aoolieant: Bremerton Parks-Sheridan Park ADA improvements
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to improve accessibility of Sheridan
Park for physically challenged people and other park users, remove trees to improve
lighting and open up the waterfront view, to install a water fountain ADA picnic tables
and 2 benches.
Amount Requested: $8,150
Rank //4
Ratin~ 71
Amount Recommended: $6,150
Comments: Project recommended for funding except for removal of trees.
Aoolicant: Metro Group--ADA improvements
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested for construction ora handicapped
access restroom, wheelchair ramps and signage within the Max Hale Center ballroom..
Amount Requested: $36,000
Rank #5 & #6 (tie)
Ratin~ 67
Amount Recommended: $36,000
Comments: This is a good project-every building and facility needs to be handicapped
accessible.
Metro Group is a private for profit organization. They have never administered CDBG
funds. If approved, additional information, as requested by staff, to verify capacity to
administer and complete the proiect will be recruited [~rior to awardin~ an~t funds.
Applicant: Bremerton Housing Authority--Greenhouse
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to construct a 900 square foot
greenhouse to be a training site for the nursery person certification program that will
benefit low income people.
Amount Requested: $26,490
Rank #5 & 6 (tie)
Ratin~ 67
Amount Recommended: $26,490
Comments: This is a good project.
1998 CDBG Allocation -CAPITAL APPLICATIONS page #2
Applicant: City of Bremerton Public Works -- Burwell HilI Climb
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to design and implement the
Charleston Plan's Burwell Street I-fill Climb, providing safer circulation of traffic, green
space and the 1 st step of a pedestrian friendly facility linking the business district with
adjoining residential neighborhoods and parks.
Amount Requested: $50,000
Rank #7
Ratine 64
Amount Recommended: $2,510
Comments: This is a good project-however there are other priorities.
Applicant: City of Bremerton Public Works --Traffic Calming
Project Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide non-standard traffic
calming devises in low income areas.
Amount Requested: $40,000
Rank #8 & 9 (tie)
Ratine 56
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: This type of activity may help-however there are other methods that could
be used to calm traffic.
Applicant: ROXY Group--Marquee Restoration
Pro|eot Description: CDBG funds are requested to repair and restore historic area
deco marquee and 4th street facade of 1941 Roxy Theater.
Amount Requested: $25,000
Rank #8 & 9 (tie)
Ratine 56
'Amount Recommended: $0
Commeats: Not enough funds
1998 CDBG Allocation --CAt~ITAL APPLICATIONS ImgeMt3
Annlicant: EDC--T.A_ for Micro-enterprises
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to provide technical assistance to
micro enterprises for economic development and business loans.
Amount Requested: $31,100
Rank #10
Ratine 47
Amount Recommended: $0
Commeats: Not enough funds
Annlicant: Metro Group_-Historic Preservation
Project Deseription: CDBGfimds requested to restore woodwork, ce'fling and
artifacts in 1941 former Elks ballroom at 285 5th street
.Amount Requested: $25,000
Rank #11
Ratin~ 43
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: Need some kind of time schedule and facts rather than "ifs"--
Applicant: City of Bremerton-CDC
Project l}escription: CDBG funds are requested to provide technical assistance to a
community non-profit organization to develop a CDC to improve the physical and
economic environment of City residents.
Amount Requested: $24,950
Rank #12
Ratin~ 45
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments:.· This seems like a good idea-but there needs to be a more concrete plan.
1998 CDBG Allocation --CAPITAL APPLICATIONS page g4
HOUSING APPLICATIONS
Annlicant: Kitsap Community Resources--Weatherization
Project Description: CDBG fimds are requested to provide weatherizafion and
weatherization related repairs to homes of low-income Bremerton residents.
Amount Requested: $100,000
Rank #t
Ratine 91
A. mount Recommended: $90,000
_Comments:
· This project will benefit the City's housing stock and it's low income citizens
Annlicant: Easter Seal--Housing Modification
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to remove architectural barriersin 5
homes occupied by Iow income disabled people in Bremerton
Amount Requested: $12,036
· Rank #2
Ratine 86
'-Amount Recommended: $0
Comments:
~ Easter Seal is a wonderful organization-however there are other resources for this
project.
Applicant: Kitsap Mental Health Services--Housing Repair
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested for rehabilitation of several properties
to provide increased safety and energy efficiency as well as reducing ongoing
maintenance costs.
Amount Requested: $32,815
Rank #3
Ratine 75
Amount Recommended: $0
Comments: Good project-not enough money
1998 CDBG Allocation-HOUSING APPLICATIONS page
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Appficant: City of Bremerton-Parks Department
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to develop an aquatic management
plan for Kitsap Lake.
Amount Requested: $10,000
Rank gl
Ratine 52
Amount Recommended: $10,000
Comments:
· This plan will define the project-I have reservations that the plan will not be
implemented
· This is a worthwhile plan-Kitsap Lake could be in jeopardy,
Applicant: Roxy Theater--ADA Plan
Proiect Description: CDBG fimds are requested to be used to hire a consultant and
architect to provide a design plan for barrier free access for handicapped citizens within
the historic theater.
Amount Requested' $3,500
Rank #2
Ratine 49
Amount Recommended: $3,500
Comments:
· This is important-every building should be handicapped accessible
ROXY Theater Group is a private for profit organization. They have never
administered CDBG funds. If approved, additional information, as requested by staff,
to verify capacity to administer and complete the project will be required prior to
awarding; any funds. '
Applicant: City of Bremerton--Manette Plan
Proiect Description: CDBG funds are requested to be used to develop a plan for the
Manette area.
Amount Requested: $42,300
Rank #3
Ratine 47
Amount Recommended: $6,500
Comments:
· ! would like a more pinpoint description of the area instead of a general description.
· I think this is a low priority.
· Reservation with plans that don't result in projects.
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