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June 6, 2001
The weekly 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, June 6, 2001, at 5:30 P.M.,
with Council Vice-President Mike Shepherd presiding. Council members present were Jim Reed,
Conrad Esser, Carol Arends, Eric Younger, Ed Rotlman, Cecil McConnell, and Wayne Olsen. Council
President John Law was absent· Also present were Assistant City Attorney David St. Pierre; Deputy
City Clerk Paula Johnston; and Legislative Assistant Lori Smith.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council Member Cecil McConnell, followed
by the invocation given by Chaplain Conrad Dodd of Kitsap Lake Baptist Church.
Vice-President She_Dherd made the following announcements:
1) A Pre-Council session was held to discuss general Council business; and
2) Council will reconvene in the Council Conference Room immediately following the meeting to hold
their "Monthly Study Session".
CONSENT AGENDA
There are no Consent Agenda items to be heard this evening.
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.
#0025 M/S/C/U (Esser/Olsen) On June 6, 2001, the Council does approve for payment those
vouchers included and further described as follows: Checks 252639 through 252905 in the amount of
$593,509.13.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Wayne Olsen informed the Council that he would be on a vacation for the rest of the month, and
therefore would miss the next three Council Meetings.
Ed Rollman thanked the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk Paula Johnston for their assistance in
resolving a neighborhood parking concern.
Eric Younger reported on the combined District 6 & 7 Neighborhood meeting held last Thursday, and
thanked Detective Keith Sargent and Sergeant Larry Hill from the Police Special Operations Unit for
their excellent presentation. He also thanked Officer Endicott and the Mayor for their attendance.
Carol Arends reiterated thanks to those who attended the combined District 6 & 7 meeting;
discussed her attendance at the First Friday Art Walk, which included a Grand Opening for the Patriot
Newspaper; thanked Callow Avenue businesses for their patience during the Gateway construction
project, and lastly, announced that the Burwell & Callow intersection would reopen June 18%
Mike Shepherd was pleased at the attendance for the 1st Annual 2-day Downtown Art Walk;
discussed the formation of a Committee by a group from the Evergreen Park & Park Avenue
neighborhood to prepare a series of five murals for buildings in the vicinity of Park Avenue & 6th
Street; and lastly discussed the "El Carnival Latino" event planned for the weekend of July 7th.
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Wayne Olsen provided an update on activities of the Solid Waste Committee; Cecil McConnell and
Ed Rollman reported on the Charter Review Committee; Eric Younger noted his recent appointment
to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee; and Carol Arends discussed her attendance at the Kitsap
Transit Board and Kitsap County Health Board meetings yesterday, which followed the Kitsap
Regional Coordinating Council meeting; Conrad Esser discussed the Audit Committee and his
appointment to the Interview Committee for the new City Attorney; and Jim Reed discussed the
donation of a boat for patrol of Kitsap Lake.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Horton read a Proclamation to proclaim June 14, 2001 as "U.S. Navy Cruiser Association
Memorial Remembrance Da}/', which was received by Robert A. Dah!, who also announced a
corresponding ceremony to be held at the boardwalk that day at 10:00 A.M. Bob Sauter encouraged
attendance at the ceremony, in addition to extending an invitation to the Council and the public to
attend the annual Open House in honor of Flag Day beginning at 7:30 P.M. at the Elks Lodge on
Thursday, June 7, 2001.
LEGISLATIVE REPORT
In John Law's absence, it was announced the next District 3 neighborhood meeting would be held on
Tuesday, June 12, from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. at the Senior Center to discuss "How to Save $$$ on your
Water Bill" with special guest Kathleen Cahall, Water Resources Manager.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Debbie Peavler-Stewart announced the "Fair & Affordable Housing Exhibit" to assist residents in
home ownership would be held in the Center Court of Kitsap Mall on Saturday, June 9th, beginning at
9:00 A,M.
Darrel McDorman raised concerns about the egress/ingress for the new Walgreen on Wheaton Way.
10A - BID AWARD FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE EASTSIDE CSO TREATMENT FACILITY
(#AB01-119): Pat Coxon, Wastewater Manager, reiterated that on May 24% bids were opened for
the construction of the Eastside CSO Treatment Facility (ECTF) contract. The Eastside CSO
Treatment Facility option provides for the least disruption to the City's streets, electrical power
system, Endangered Species Act issues, and is the most cost-effective recommendation. The ECTF
treatment and disinfection will also improve the water quality of the Port Washington Narrows. This
contract provides for construction of the treatment facility. The Washington Department of Ecology is
currently reviewing the facility plan and design, and must approve these documents prior to contract
extension. Four bids for this project were received, and Pease & Sons was the lowest responsive
bidder with a bid of $2,222,224.00. The Engineer's estimate for the project if $3,000,000. The action
before the City Council is approval of the bid award of $2,222,224.00 with Pease & Sons for the
construction of the Eastside CSO Treatment Facility.
There were no comments from the public.
#0975 M/S/C (Rollman/Arends) Move that Council approve award of the bid of $2,222,224.00 with
Pease & Sons for the construction of the Eastside CSO Treatment Facility contract, and authorize the
Mayor to execute the same, subject to project approval by the Washington Department of Ecology.
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Voted in favor of Motion: McConnell, Rollman, Younger, Arends, Esser, Olsen, and Shepherd
Abstained: Reed
Motion carried: 7-Yes; 1-Abstention
10B - BID AWARD FOR THE EAST PARK CSO, EAST 18TM STREET DIVERSION (#AB01-120):
Jennifer Strehler, City Engineer, stated that bids were opened for the East Park CSO, East 18th
Street Diversion on May 24, 2001. This contract provides for construction of 1,460 linear feet of 12-
inch diameter PVC gravity sewer pipe and 1,055 linear feet of 12-inch diameter PVC pressure sewer
pipe. The contract work includes labor, materials, equipment, and support services for the project.
One bid for this project was received. Ace Paving Co., Inc. was the single and lowest responsive
bidder with a bid of $403,054.03. The Engineer's estimate for the project is $415,000. The action
before the City Council is approval of the bid award of $403,054.03 with Ace Paving, Inc. for the East
Park CSO, East 18th Street Diversion.
There were no comments from the public.
#1075 M/S/C/U (Esser/Reed) Move that Council approve award of the bid of $403,054.03 with Ace
Paving, Inc. for the East Park CSO, East 18th Street Diversion, and authorize the Mayor to execute
the same.
10C - CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 WITH PORTER BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION. INC. FOR GOLF)
MOUNTAIN CLUBHOUSE (#AB01-121): Pat Westhoff, Golf Operations, mentioned that this
Change Order No. 01 is a multi item change order for the overall additive cost of $237,179.16.
Proposal Request No. 1 includes additional handicap parking and pathway, additional fire draft stops
within clubhouse to comply with Fire Building Code in the amount of $13,027.60. Proposal Request
No. 3 and 4 includes deletion of skylights and revision of stationary windows to operable windows an
amount $2,663.30. Contract Change Directive No. 1 includes over excavation of building footings
and structural placement and compaction of structural crushed rock in the amount of $30,0773,97.
Change Order Proposal No. 5 provides for installation of a complete and operational commercial
septic system in the amount of $196,040.89. The Council was invited to attend the next Gold
Mountain Board meeting on June 14, 11:45 A.M., which would include a tour of the new facility.
There were no comments from the public.
#1265 M/S/C (McConnell/Reed) Move that Council authorize and direct the Mayor to approve
Change Order No. 01 and make payable to Porter Brothers Construction, Inc., in the amount of
$237,179.16, plus Washington State sales tax, subject to City Administrative Policies and
Proced u res.
Voted in favor of Motion: Younger, Arends, Esser, Reed, McConnell, Rollman, and Shepherd
Voted opposed to Motion: Olsen
Motion carried: 7-Yes; 1-No
10D - WASHINGTON STATE TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION BREMERTON-KITSAP COUNTY
TRAFFIC SAFETY TASK FORCE PROJECT; AND TRAFFIC SAFETY COORDINATOR
EMPLOYMENT SERVICE CONTRACT FOR SHIRLEY WISE (#AB01-122): Chief Rob Forbes of
the Police Department, summarized that the City applied for and accepted the Washington Traffic
Safety Commission Bremerton-Kitsap County Traffic Safety Task Force Project Grant funding of
$60,000. It was noted that a local match of 75% is required for this project, a cash match is not
required, and new money is not needed. This project directly contributes to the reduction and severity
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of traffic-related deaths and injuries in Kitsap County. In addition, the grant establishes and serves as
primary funding source for the Traffic Safety Coordinator's salary and wages. The Traffic Safety
Coordinator Employment Service Contract outlines the terms of employment and identifies the
specialized duties required for the Coordinator's position.
There were no comments from the public.
#1383 M/S/C/U (Reed/McConnell) Move to approve applying for the grant project funds and
administering the project agreement with the Washington State Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC).
#1405 M/S/C/U (Rollman/McConnell) Move to accept and approve the employment contract with
Shirley Wise as Traffic Safety Coordinator.
11A- 2"D PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE CONCESSION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF BREMERTON AND OLYMPIC SOCCER AND SPORTS CENTER. LLC (#AB01-119):
The first Public Hearing for the Concession Agreement was held at the Council meeting on May 29,
2001. Jodi Wroblewski, Assistant Parks & Recreation Director, reiterated that the Bremerton Parks
& Recreation Department has been working with Olympic Soccer and Sports Center LLC for the past
year on their proposal to build and operate an indoor soccer field at Pendergast Regional Park. Larry
Smith and Dennis Michael met with the Parks & Recreation Commission, and discussed their
proposals on a number of occasions. The Parks & Recreation Commission have supported these
endeavors and advised the parties to develop their plans with the Parks and Recreation Department.
Mayor Horton expressed her support for the facility, and thanked all those involved in the
Concession Agreement for their efforts.
Those in attendance who spoke in favor of this facility:
Rick Smith (who also provided a copy of the "July 1999 Final Recommendation of the Kitsap
Community Facilities Committee"); Maryann; Steve Kao-Maddix; Phil Josen; Tammy Schmidt:
Tom Cowdry; Beth Denson; and Dave Johnson. In addition, approximately 90% of audience
members stood to show their support; and a letter was received from Rick Gehring.
Cecil McConnell asked if this facility would accommodate regional tournaments; and asked if anyone
in attendance knew approximately how many soccer teams and players there were in Kitsap County.
MS. Wroblewski responded that the facility would indeed accommodate regional tournaments, and
elaborated that there was one large field along with a smaller practice field. Larry_ Smith answered
that there are over 9,000 youth in Kitsap County involved in soccer.
#2155 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Reed) Move to authorize the Mayor to enter into a Concession
Agreement with Olympic Soccer and Sports Center, LLC for the construction and operation of an
indoor soccer facility at Pendergast Regional Park.
11B - PUBLIC HEARING AND RESOLUTION NO. 2812. ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF A
PORTION OF WEST HILLS BOULEVARD AND A PORTION OF HASELWOOD STREET AS
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY (#AB01-123): Jennifer Strehler, City Engineer, informed the Council that
Mr. Charles Haselwood and Coca Cola, Inc. have proposed the dedication of right-of-way to the City
of Bremerton for two existing private streets. The streets are described legally in the attached
dedications documents but can be generally described as a portion of West Hills Boulevard
approximately 700 feet long and located north of Haselwood Street and a portion of Haselwood Street
approximately 460 feet long and located east of Union Avenue. The streets to be dedicated were
constructed in accordance with the City Street Standards and were inspected by the Department of
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Public Works and Utilities during their construction. Improvements to the streets included paving,
curb and gutter, sidewalk, street lighting and storm drainage improvements. The storm drainage
system for these streets will also be dedicated to the City of Bremerton along with the necessary
easements. A condition of accepting the proposed dedications is a requirement that the City of
Bremerton agrees to maintain and manage these rights-of-way pursuant to State law and City Code
and policies. Staff recommends passage of the proposed resolution.
There were no comments from the public.
#2330 M/S/C/U (Reed/Younger) Move to pass Resolution No. 2812, which accepts the dedication,
as City of Bremerton rights-of-way, of a portion of West Hills Boulevard approximately 700 feet long
and located north of Haselwood Street, and a portion of Haselwood Street approximately 460 feet
long and located east of Union Avenue; and which obligates the City to manage and maintain these
right-of-way; and which authorizes the Mayor to sign the dedication documents.
11C - PUBLIC HEARING AND RESOLUTION NO. 2813. REGARDING RECOVERY OF FEES FOR
THE ABATEMENT OF A DANGEROUS CHIMNEY ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1614
WHEATON WAY !#AB01-124): Janet Lunceford. Building Development Specialist [[, stated that on
April 5, 2001, Public Works secured a dangerous earthquake-damaged chimney on the house
located at 1614 Wheaton Way after the owner, Colby Jacobs, failed to do so as ordered. The cost of
the work, including administrative fees, totaled $1,067.69. Council must now decide if the fees are
reasonable and how those fees should be collected. A letter from Colby N. Jacobs was received.
Robert Jacobs provided testimony on the work that he has done to temporarily secure the chimney.
#3130 M/S/C (Younger/McConnell) Move that Council, by Resolution No. 2813, order that the fees
incurred for the abatement of a dangerous chimney located at 1614 Wheaton Way be collected as
reasonable abatement costs and become a lien against the property.
Voted in favor of motion: McConnell, Younger, Arends, Reed, and Shepherd
Voted in opposition of motion: Olsen, Rollman, and Esser
Motion carried: 5-Yes; 3-No
11D - PUBLIC HEARING AND RESOLUTION NO. 2814. REGARDING RECOVERY OF FEES FOR
THE ABATEMENT OF DEMOLITION DEBRIS ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2133 8TM
STREET (#AB01-125): Janet Lunceford, Building Development Specialist TI, said that on April 5,
2001, Public Works removed the debris remaining after the demolition of a garage on the property
located at 2133 8th Street, after the owner, Stephen Gazda, failed to do so as ordered. The cost of
this action, including the administrative fee, totaled $1,293.80. Council must now decide if the fees
are just and reasonable, and how those fees should be collected.
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Stephen Gazda provided a letter as well as testimony in his defense.
#0080 M/S/C/U (Younger/Arends) Move that Council, by Resolution No. 2814, order that the fees
incurred for the abatement of demolition debris located at 2133 8th Street be collected as reasonable
abatement costs and become a lien against the property.
Voted in favor of motion: Rollman, McConnell, Younger, Arends, Reed, and Shepherd
Voted in opposition of motion: Shepherd
Motion carried: 5-Yes; 3-No
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With no regular Council business, the meeting adjourned at 7:10 P.M.
The Council then reconvened in the Conference Room for the "Monthly Study Session" to discuss the
topics "Freeholders Home Ru/e CharterS'; and Work Plan & GO~I$ f(~r Recreation Priorities with th~
Public Facilities District Board".
Prepared and Submitted by:
LOtS, I SMITH, Legislative Assistant
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