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Home My WebLink About12/27/00 ,_..COUNCIL TAPE #1744 ,NAPPRo ED DR P-2R0VED "JAN 3 200', CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES December 27, 2000 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, December 27, 2000, at 5:30 P.M., with Council President Carol Arends presiding. Council members present were Jim Reed, Conrad Esser, David Farr, Mike Shepherd, Ed Rollman, John Law, Cecil McConnell, and Wayne Olsen. Also present were Deputy City Clerk Paula Johnston; Special Counsel Glenna Malanca; and Council Assistant Christine Grenier Eliingson. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council Member Cecil McConnell, followed by the invocation given by Pastor Rick Bodrie of Calvary Chapel. President Arends made the following announcements: (t) Council held a Pre-Council Session in the Council Conference Room to discuss general Council business; and a 1 O-Minute Study Session to discuss "Pendergast Park illumination"; (2) Council will hold a 60-Minute Study Session immediately following the Council Meeting to discuss the "Government Center"; and (3) The item "Order regarding Determination of Non-Significance for Shore Drive Rezone from SF-3 to SF-3 SD, #PL00-0055" will be added to the Consent Agenda this meeting. CONSENT AGENDA A. Order regarding Determination of Non-Significance for Shore Drive Rezone from SF-3 to SF-3 SD, Project #PL00-0055 (#AB00-303) #0025 M/S/C (McConnell/Olsen) Move to approve Consent Agenda as presented. Voted in favor of the motion: Olsen, McConnell, Rollman, Shepherd, Farr, Esser, Reed, and Arends Abstained: Law Motion carried: 8-Yes; and l-Abstention 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. #0075 M/S/C/U (Law/McConnell) On December 27, 2000, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: EFT 6295, Checks. 247965, 247979 through 248069 in the amount of $363,937.34; and Regular Payroll for the period ending December 15, 2000 in the amount of $766,301.09; and Retiree Payroll for the period ending December 31, 2000 in the amount of $113,693.46. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Ed Rollman and Conrad Esser commented on their appreciation for public input and support as new Council Members during the past year; and wished citizens a happy holiday season. Mr, Rollman also reported on a recent car prowl on Highland Avenue. Mike Shepherd announced that the Police Department is sponsoring a free movie for children at Charleston Cinema at 1:00 and 3:00 P.M. during the Christmas break. David Farr also wished the community a happy holiday season and a safe New Year. TAPE #1744 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 27, 2000 Page 2 of 5 President Arends presented Certificates of Service awards to Audit Committee Members Bill Robinson and Dennis Trege rfor their service of 10 years on this Committee; and to John Tirnrnerman for his service of 4 years. Mr. Robinson and Mr. Timmerman were in attendance to receive their awards. On behalf of the Mayor, awards were also presented to BKAT volunteers David Lewallen for 150 hours; Tyler Kale for 304 hours; Diana Orlando for 110 hours; Vern Herrick for 121 hours; and Rinda Picard for 157 hours. LEGISLATIVE REPORT - There were no report this meeting. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Ed McGee declared his discontent over the current state of the City. Gordy Byrd asked the Council to look forward to the coming year and to not be affected by any negativity. Roy Mclnnis expressed thanks for the Council's effortts over the years, and encouraged the public to communicate in an honorable manner. He stated that the public would appreciate being informed- of events that occur during closed sessions. Paul Drnjevic deplored the Mayor's activities specifically setting up professional service agreements or contracts following the Council's decision to limit her spending authority. John Becker commented on a letter submitted by Councilman Ed Rollman regarding City business. He also supported the idea of making information more available and open to the public. Bob Jaeneke asked the Council to consider the positive side of Bremerton and to support business activities. Admiral Ross thanked the Council for their efforts given towards repairing Cottman Avenue but was concerned over the condition of the streets adjacent to his restaurant including numerous potholes. 9A - YEAR 2001 AMBULANCE RATES FOR 911 BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) AID CALLS (#AB00-296): Deputy City Clerk Paula Johnston, mentioned that pursuant to the ambulance regulatory ordinance, ambulance rates charged for 911 BLS aid calls must be approved by Council. Both Olympic and Bremerton Ambulance have submitted requests for rate increases for 911 BLS calls to be effective January 1, 2001. Clerk staff has surveyed regional ambulance Companies for comparable rates. All surveyed companies have raised their rates since 2000 for BLS, and the array of products and services they provide. Bill Sterling, a representative for Olympic Ambulance, emphasized that under the new fee schedule, the amount of Medicare reimbursed to the carriers would be reduced by 45% for half of the customers. The request {or increased rates would assist in covering that loss to maintain current operations. The fee schedule would be phased in over the next 4 years. There were no comments from the public. Mr. Reed questioned how non-paying customers were handled. Mr. Sterling responded that service is still provided. #1185 M/S/C/U (FardMcConnell) Move to approve a 5% rate increase for 911 BLS rates charged by Olympic and Bremerton Ambulance Companies. TAPE #1744 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 27, 2000 Page 3 of 5 10A - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) PROVIDING THAT ALL VIOLATIONS NOT OTHERWISE DESIGNATED IN THE BMC SHALL CONSTITUTE A MISDEMEANOR (#AB00-297): Special Counsel Glenna Malanca, added that when Ordinance No. 4625 was passed by City Council in June 1999, an existing provision relating to designation of code violations as misdemeanors if not otherwise specified was deleted. The proposed amendment would correct the omission. There were no comments from the public. Mr. McConnell asked if abatements were covered under this item. Ms. Malanca replied that abatements are civil infractions not misdemeanors. #1285 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Reed) Move to approve on first reading an ordinance providing that all violations not otherwise designated in the BMC shall constitute a misdemeanor. 10B - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) REVISING CHAPTER 2.49 OF THE BMC, PROVIDING FOR CITY COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP ON INTERVIEW PANELS FOR CERTAIN EMPLOYEES (#AB00-298): Council Member John Law originated the agenda item, which provided for Council participation in the selection process of candidates for positions requiring Council confirmation. Also provided is City Council confirmation of provisional appointments of candidates not meeting minimum requirements of a position subject to Section 2.49.010. There were no comments from the public. Mr. Reed explained that the Council President would appoint a Council Member to sit on Department Head hiring committees to review applications to provide more information to the Council. He added that this process would involve an appointment rather than voluntary involvement. Mr. Farr added that some Council Members have served on committees in the past to evaluate potential employee candidates, and noted there were times when it was difficult to find a Council member available to participate. He clarified that this process would address interim employee issues rather than those employees hired through the City's personnel hiring process. He did not support the Council's involvement in personnel management in general, and felt that this action was a result of the "battle" between the Council and the Mayor. Mr. Shepherd agrees that the issue needs to be well thought out, but established that not all business includes the "dispute" between the Mayor and Council. Mr. Rollman offered comments in support of this item, and reiterated that information is needed to make decisions and that staff differences are not at issue. Mr. Law also supported the need for information, and clarified that he believes this action is what is best for the City. Mr. Olsen did not support the way the resolution was currently written. Mrs. Arends agreed with prior comments made that addressed lack of participation on committees over the past year and that she had concerns about this resolution. Mr. McConnell suggested a change for 1 Council Member to serve on the committee rather than 2 Council Members as currently stated. #2125 M/S/C (Shepherd/Reed) Move to approve ordinance at first reading with friendly amendment to include at least 1 Council Member in a committee comprised of less than 5 members, and up to 2 Council Members on the committee comprised of more than 5 members. Voted in favor of the motion: Shepherd, Esser, Reed, Law, and Rollman Voted opposed to the motion: Farr, Olsen, McConnell, and Arends Motion carried: 5-Yes; and 4-No TAPE #1744 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 27, 2000 Page 4 of 5 Mike Shepherd left the meeting at 6:39 P.M. 11A - RESOLUTION NO. 2788 AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO RECEIVE A STATE REVOLVING FUND (SRF) LOAN AGREEMENT FOR ANDERSON COVE CSO REDUCTION FACILITIES (#AB00-299): Public Works and Utilities Director Gene Sampley reiterated that the City applied for and received loan funding for partial reimbursement of costs for design and construction of CSO reduction improvements in the Anderson Cove Basin. This loan will fund approximately 60% of the total cost of this project. State regulations require that a resolution be approved for this loan in order to receive these funds. There were no comments from the public. #2270 M/S/C/U (Farr/Rollman) Move to pass Resolution No. 2788 which approves a State Revolving Fund (SRF) Loan Agreement for Anderson Cove CSO Reduction Facilities. Mr. Shepherd was not present for the previous vote. 11B - RESOLUTION NO. 2789 SETTING A HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 24, 2001 FOR VACATING THE NORTH 35 FEET OF THE ALLEY NORTH OF 11TM STREET PLACE BETWEEN PLEASANT AVENUE AND HIGHLAND AVENUE (#AB00-300): Senior Engineer Jeff Shea relayed that vacation request originated from Louis A. Cobb and it is applicant's intent to improve the property upon approval of the street vacation. The City Council is being requested to establish a hearing date of January 24, 2001 to consider the proposed vacation. It was also confirmed that notification would be sent to residents of the area. There were no comments from the public. #2350 M/S/C/U (Rollman/Reed) Move to pas.s Resolution No. 2789 setting a hearing date of January 24, 2001 for the vacation of the north 35 feet of the alley north of 11th Street between Pleasant Avenue and Highland Avenue. Mr. Shepherd was not present for the previous vote. 11C - RESOLUTION NO. 2790 SETTING A HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 24, 2001 FOR VACATING A PORTION OF CHESTER AVENUE (#AB00-300): Senior Engineer Jeff Shea added that the petition was submitted by Olympic Coll.ege and the approval of the vacation' would increase the buildable area of abutting property to the right-of-way. A portion of the proposed area has been maintained and adjacent property owners have used a gravel shoulder for parking purposes. It was added that Olympic College has asked for a waiver of compensation required by state law and that issue may be addressed by City Council at this time. There were no comments from the public. Mr. McConnell raised the issue of Olympic College's request to waive the compensation costs. Mr. Farr pointed out that the Olympic College will incur a cost to make improvements and supported waiving the compensation costs as a good neighbor gesture. Ms. Malanca clarified that a waiver of compensation is not considered a gift. Mr. Shepherd returned to the meeting at approximately 6:50 P.M. TAPE #1744 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 27, 2000 Page 5 of 5 #2645 Amended Motion (Farr/) Amended motion to pass Resolution No. 2790 setting a hearing date of January 24, 2001 for the vacation of a portion of Chester Avenue located north of 13th Street and waiving the compensation pursuant to B.M.C. Chapter 11.20,140. Motion failed for lack of a second. #2890 M/SIC (Law/Reed) Move to pass Resolution No. 2790 setting a hearing date of January 24, 2001 for the vacation of a portion of Chester Avenue located north of 13th Street and does not include a waiver of compensation as required by B.M.C Chapter 11.20.140. Voted in favor of the motion: Reed, Olsen, McConnell, Law, Rollman, Shepherd, and Esser Voted opposed to the motion: Farr and Arends Motion carried: 7-Yes; and 2-No 11 D - RESOLUTION NO. 2791 SETTING A HEARING DATE OF JANUARY 24, 2001 FOR VACATING A PORTION OF 15TM STREET LOCATED WEST OF WARREN AVENUE AND EAST OF BROADWAY AVENUE (#AB00-302): Senior Engineer Jeff Shea reiterated that this vacation was also requested by Olympic College and that the area serves as a parking area that is not accessible via Warren Avenue. The request would allow Olympic College to consolidate their property for a campus redevelopment site. There were no comments from the public. #2975 M/S/C (Reed/Esser) Move to pass Resolution No. 2791 setting a hearing date of January 24, 2001 for the vacation of a portion of 15th Street located west of Warren Avenue and east of Warren Avenue. Voted in favor of the motion: Olsen, McConnell, Law, Rollman, Shepherd, Esser, and Reed Voted opposed to the motion: Farr and Arends Motion Carried: 7-Yes; and 2-No With no further business, meeting concluded at 7:00 P.M. Council reconvened in the Conference Room for a 60-minute Study Session to discuss the "Government Center". CAROL ARENDS, City Council President City of Bremerton CA/P J/Is/cge c: Normal Distribution; File