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NOVEMBER 8, 1995
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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, November 8, 1995, at 5:30 P.M.,
with Council President Sherril Huff-Menees presiding. Council
members present were Bob Winters, Morrie Dawkins, Carlos
Montgomery, John Law, Richard Neville, and Lon Overson. Council
members A1 Colvin and David Farr were absent. Also present were
City Attorney Ian Sievers and City Clerk Kathleen McCluskey.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council
President Huff-Menees and Invocation given by Reverend Randy Fulton
of the Silverdale Baptist Church.
CONSENT AGEMBA
A. Minutes - October 18, 1995
M/S/C/U (Neville/Dawkins) to
presented.
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approve the Consent Agenda as
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.
M/S/C/U(Winters/Overson) on November 8, 1995, the Council does
approve for payment those vouchers included and further described
as follows: 189347 through 189520 in the amount of $1,087,756.15;
and Regular Payroll for the period ending October 31, 1995, in the
amount of $767,033.19.
President Huff-Menees made the following announcements:
(1) Executive Session immediately following this Council meeting,
in the Council Conference Room, to discuss "Review of Personnel
Performance".
(2) The City Council has rescheduled their normal Wednesday
meeting, during the Thanksgiving Holiday week, to Tuesday, November
21, 1995.
(3) Letter from Councilman A1 Colvin, who is recovering from a
recent surgery, expressing his appreciation for the outpouring of
concern in the way of telephone calls, cards, visits, gifts of
flowers and fruit. He assured everyone he would be back to work by
the next City Council meeting.
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(4) Councilman David Farr, who left on vacation today, requested
President Huff-Menees express his appreciation to his supporters
for electing him to a four year term on the City Council.
President Huff-Menees also congratulated Councilman Overson on his
re-election to represent District #4, Cecil McConnell, who was
elected as representative of Council District #2, and Councilman
Carlos Montgomery on his being elected to continue representing
District #8.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Winters reported he enjoyed the Public Works' breakfast even
though it was at an early hour and he found it to be motivational
and informative.
Mr. Dawkins echoed Mr. Winter's comments about the Public Works
breakfast and was pleased with the "group effort" put forth by the
employees in that division of the City. He looked forward to
Councilman A1 Colvin's return at next week's Council meeting.
Mr. MontqomerV stated he also enjoyed the Public Works Department
breakfast, and was pleased to see management giving praise to
Public Works employees. He thanked all the people who voted in the
election and would like to see a larger turnout at future
elections. He emphasized voting is a privilege and a right, which
people should exercise in greater quantity than what is actually
taking place today.
Mr. Law announced the District #3 Neighborhood Meeting for November
21 has been canceled due to the City Council rescheduling its
November 22 Council meeting to November 21. Anyone having a
concern can contact him directly.
Mr. Neville made the following announcements: (1) Citizens'
Involvement Committee for the Wastewater Treatment Plant
construction project will hold a public meeting on November 13,
1995, 6:00 P.M., at the Public Works Complex. (2) The next West
Narrows Information Network Meeting for Council Districts 4, 5 and
6, will be held November 14, 1995, 7:00 P.M., at the Neighborhood
Christian Center.
Mr. Overson expressed is appreciation for the well wishes on the
recent election. He was also concerned about the low turnout of
voters for that election. The previous week he visited Pensacola,
Florida and was unable to get away from the rain. During recent
travels, he noticed significant increases in population in the
cities throughout the nation and how those cities handle that
growth is their biggest challenge. The quality of life in this
country will balance on those kinds of approaches. He did some
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research on some of the ways Bremerton is approaching that
population expansion, which revealed great progress is being made
towards being able to handle the influx of people and improve the
quality of life for the people already within the community. He
complimented City staff members for their quick response to
concerns raised by him recently. In his opinion, the City's
customer orientation is excellent. He views the City's 1996 budget
as one that is fun because it looks like there will be adequate
funds to do most of what is desired, which is refreshing.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Lynn Hotton stated following on Mr. Overson's comments, she
agreed that a number of things will be funded, but the City is also
being conservative because 1997 might be a more difficult year
financially. She believed everyone was trying to gauge how much an
impact Initiative 48 would have had on local government, but that
is one hurdle that the City does not have to face. There are a lot
of challenges for the City of Bremerton as well as cities
throughout the nation. Bremerton faces some extraordinary
challenges because of the lower assessed valuation than a lot of
communities and a lesser tax base. Some of the issues the
Administration is bringing to Council in the 1996 budget are
addressing things on a more comprehensive and long term basis.
Mayor Horton referenced the 1996-1997 Edition of Golf Digest
Northwest in which Gold Mountain Golf Course is rated as a 3 1/2
Star course. She read the following comments: Gold Mountain Golf
Course is the only golf course in the State of Washington rated as
a Super Value (location, yardage, slope, course rating, etc.) - a
true gem #1 hole is the best starting hole around, staff and
service great, well stocked pro shop, busy, country club golf great
but don't let other know, good practice area, Western Washington's
best public course, best surprise of the year, should be a best
value...hilly, wide open beautiful setting, fast true greens, fun
course to play year around, pride of ownership shows through,
drains and dries very quickly". She complimented Scott Alexander
on his work to make Gold Mountain such an outstanding golf course.
She believes that the expanded golf area will be as good if not
nicer than the existing course.
On a sad note, today Mayor Horton attended a Memorial Service for
Larry Greene, who was well known and respected in the Bremerton
community. In service to his community, Mr. Greene promoted
equality region wide and based on the accolades that came in from
across the country, she believes he was well respected nationally
as well. This community will feel the loss of his passing and
condolences are sent to his family.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
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David Willijams, Citizens' Involvement Committee, extended an
invitation to the public to attend their public meeting on November
13, 6:00 P.M., at the Public Works Operations Center, 100 Oyster
Bay Road. An update will be given on the odor control project
currently underway at the plant and various locations throughout
the City. He anticipated some lively discussions and comments at
that meeting on issues related to the odor control project.
Joe Murphy, a local electrician, who is active in the Kitsap County
Labor Council, stated on November 1, a group of people met to talk
about concerns within the Bremerton community. The concerns raised
at that meeting had to do with hate, dissention and divisiveness.
He appreciated a public meeting, such as the City Council meeting,
being started with prayer; however, he questioned the City's
decision to charge a fee of $15.00 for people applying for jobs
with the City. When Larry Greene shared that information with the
group that met on November 1, he was horrified. As an electrician,
he would more than likely get his job referrals through his Union
Hall, but many individuals coming to the City looking for
employment might not have the $15.00 fee. He also believed that
$15.00 might be better used to buy food, etc. He is before Council
at this time as a concerned citizen and suggested the Council take
a hard look at that policy because it is intrinsic and morally
wrong to charge a person to submit an application for a job. Even
the trade labor movement waits until a person gets a job before the
"shake down" comes in the form of dues. If the Administration
finds the task of reviewing the applications a financial burden, he
suggested the possibility of contracting out that segment to
someone like Kitsap Community Action and pare down that number to
4-5 applications per position. Lastly, he encouraged the Council
members to visit the Holly Ridge Infant and Toddler program.
Peter Meyers, 4317 "D" Street, stated his continued opposition to
City action to purchase out right or condemn properties in the
condemnation area north of the sewer treatment plant. He does not
believe residents in the condemnation area are being offered fair
market prices and any offers come on a "take it or leave it, or be
jackbooted out of their home" basis. Many of the affected
residents have come before Council many times to voice their
objection to the City's actions. In his opinion, Abeyta &
Associates are not negotiating with the residents, but rather
obtaining their information through Kitsap County records and
adding $2,000 on to the assessed value as the offered price. He
referenced the relocation of residents at the Norseland Trailer
Park at the expense of the County and Port Of Bremerton. He
believes residents in his neighborhood should also receive some
kind of relocation assistance, if the City wants to take their
homes.
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Don Larson, President Washington Scuba Alliance, reported the
Seattle Parks and Recreation Department are looking to form a
group to look at scuba diving along Seattle's shorelines. That
group will hold a meeting in December to talk with scuba diving
groups. He would like to see something similar happen in Bremerton
in order to move forward, if the idea of an underwater park appeals
to the City Administration and City Council. The Navy will raise
the sunken 136 wooden hull mine sweeper from Sinclair Inlet on
November 15. Efforts have been unsuccessful to find a location for
that ship to be used as an underwater park. He pointed out the
lesson learned from this situation is that if the City of Bremerton
has a plan to develop an underwater park at some time and obtains
the necessary permits, then if and when a vessel becomes available
the City could take advantage of such an opportunity. Since the
Scuba Alliance was formed, he has been offered a 360 ft. dry dock
out of Lake Union that was heavily damaged, and the 136 ft. mine
sweeper. He encouraged City Council members to tour the Edmonds'
Underwater Park and see the kinds of activities it generates for
that community. He was also interested in seeing if the City of
Bremerton could work out a Sister City relationship with Sidney
B.C., in that way linking up with their successful underwater park
activities.
eordV Byrd reminded everyone that the Neighborhood Christian Center
will host a "free" Thanksgiving Dinner on Wednesday, November 22,
5:30 - 7:30 P.M.. He is also on a crusade to collect 200 toys
and/or stuffed animals for the KCAP Head Start program.
7A - LETTER OF INTENT TO ANNEX THE WERNER ROAD ADDITION (10%
PETITION), #AB95-246
The City Council has before them a Letter of Intent to Annex an
area, designated as the Werner Road Addition, into the City of
Bremerton. This Letter of Intent is the first step in a process
which is defined by R.C.W. 35.13,125.
The City Council is required by this law to determine:
1. Whether the City will accept, reject, or geographically modify
the proposed annexation; and
2. Whether the City will require the simultaneous adoption of a
comprehensive plan or whether the City will allow provisional
zoning to be assigned administratively according to BMC
21.02,260; and
3. Whether the City will require the assumption of a proportional
share of the City's current indebtedness as a condition of any
future Petition for annexation.
Terrie O,Neill, Municipal Services Coordinator, stated the petition
has been gathered over a period of 15 years where the City has
extended services out to the subject area in exchange for a promise
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to annex into the City at a later date. In addition to outside
Utility Agreements, there are a number of Annexation Agreements
from people requesting to be included in the annexation area. The
subject area is in a "County island", which is completely
surrounded by the City of Bremerton. In many cases, the City is
already providing services to the area and in all cases is the most
logical provider of services.
The 10% petition action is the first step, and if approved by the
City Council, will allow the process to move forward with the
collection of more signatures to meet the 75% requirement, which is
based on assessed valuation.
The proposed annexation area is 173 acres and the population
estimate is 300, based on 150-180 houses. There is no retail
businesses in the area; however the Westinghouse facility,
Bremerton Business Park and a church are located in that area.
Several parcels in the subject area have been zoned for industrial
development. The area contains no parks and the City is the
provider of water and sewer service; however sewer service is not
available to every parcel and some parcels have wells and not
served by City water. She noted Council was provided additional
information relating to the conditions of the roads in the area and
the amount of requests for calls of service for the Knollwood area,
which includes a public housing development.
Walt Dasho, homeowner in the subject area since 1938, asked if Ms.
O'Neill worked for the City and if so the title of her position?
Ms. O'Neill stated she is the Municipal Services Coordinator for
the City of Bremerton. Mr. Dasho asked if she solicited people to
sign petitions for annexation? Ms. O'Neill explained yes. Mr.
Dasho stated in his opinion that was "soliciting", and asked if
such action was legal. President Huff-Menees explained the City
will approach property owners in a specific area and see if they
are willing to sign a petition to annex. Ian 81evers, City
Attorney, explained such action is legal and he pointed out the
City was not selling anything, but rather talking to people about
the annexation and giving them information initiated by the City.
Mr. Dasho referenced Ms. O'Neill's comments about the sewer service
in that area, which he was not able to hook up to when it was put
in place. He was told that sewer was installed for Westinghouse
and will not be available to anyone else. He referenced the City
taking over the Kitsap Lake Water District in the 1950's and
immediately replaced their piping with transite, which is a
Japanese manufactured piping. He believed that to be asbestos pipe
and felt it was in the best interest of the residents to have it
replaced; however, after repeated calls to the City there has been
no action to remedy that situation. He asked if the area is
annexed into the City, will they have a promise to have that
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transite piping removed? He also asked why can't residents in that
area hook up to the sewer system? He was not opposing the City's
annexation proposal, but was looking for information as to what the
residents will get in return. He also pointed out if the
annexation is approved, the City would be inheriting a drainage
problem that was caused by the raising of Werner Road, which was
constructed by the County.
Mr. Neville asked if Mr. Dasho's property was included in the
annexation area? Ms. OgNeill stated no.
Dorothy Copelet, resident on Werner road since 1952, questioned why
she had not received notification of the proposed annexation? She
learned of the proposed action through a newspaper notice. She
also questioned how much of Werner Road would be included in the
annexation area? Ms. O'Neill explained the City is not required to
notify every property owner for the 10% petition portion, but she
did mail a letter to every person identified on a Utilities
Agreement, to notify them the City was executing the petition and
that their signature on the Utility Agreement was being used.
During the 75% petition process, if approval is given to the 10%
petition, a letter will be mailed out to everyone notify them that
Council has approved a petition that allows them to collect
signature up to 75%.
Norm Copelet, Werner Road resident, asked what has the City of
Bremerton have to offer for police and fire protection? He also
understands that the Sheriff's department backs up the City Police
force because of lack of manpower, which concerned him that it may
cause the City problems later on.
Mayor Lynn Hotton addressed several prior statements as follows:
(1) asbestos piping in the water system - asbestos is only
hazardous when a human breaths asbestos. Asbestos piping used for
water conveyance is an acceptable conveyance system. (2) City's
level of law enforcement officers - in 1994 the City's violent
crime statistics when down 46% in the City of Bremerton and crime
overall went down 26%. Bremerton was the only jurisdiction in
Kitsap County that had a decrease in crime statistics. This year,
through August of 1995, Bremerton's Police calls for service
actually experienced close to a 1% decrease even though the
population has gained close to 10%. Additionally, the number of
Bremerton Police Officers per capita is considerably greater than
Kitsap County's. The City has 60+ commissioned Police Officers for
about 40,000 population. Kitsap County has 85 Commissioned
Officers serving in the unincorporated area of 140,000 population.
Also, the City of Bremerton has a higher fire response rating (2)
than Fire District 7, which has a lower rate. The City's response
time for emergency calls is 3-4 minutes, which is the amount of
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time necessary for people to survive heart attacks. She emphasized
the City has exemplary fire and police services. Therefore, she
believes the City has a great deal to offer residents. In
addition, the City is trying to run sewer up to the top of Werner
Road and to locate a water reservoir at the top of Werner Road to
help with water flow in that corridor, as well as work on a
stormwater issue for Auto Center Way and somewhat for Werner Road.
Mr. Pasho again expressed concern over the ability of the City to
provide emergency services adequately. He related an incident
where a church in his area had a roof fire, which he reported and
within 11 minutes the fire truck arrived, one man with a tanker and
the roof of the church was taller than the ladder. It took another
23 minutes to get more fire crew members on site. Considering the
fact there are three fire stations located within one half mile of
where the fire was located, he never did find out why it took so
long for the fire crew to arrive. He pointed out that was a good
example of the kind of service they are receiving from the County
and was an area where the residents would appreciate the City
taking over that responsibility. Also, it takes considerable time
to get a response from the Kitsap County Sheriff's Department once
a 911 call is made. He was glad to hear the City of Bremerton has
such good response times. Ms. O'Neill pointed out for
clarification the subject area is currently served by Fire District
12, which is a volunteer Fire District; and they contract out their
paramedic services from Silverdale #1.
M/S/C/U(Overson/Montgomery) to accept the area as proposed.
M/S/C/U(Montgomery/Overson) to allow provisional zoning, to be
assigned administratively according to Bremerton Municipal Code
21.02.260.
M/S/C/U(Montgomery/Overson)
proportional share of the
annexation.
to require the area to assume a
City's current indebtedness upon
Mr. Neville stated this would be an excellent opportunity for Mr.
Dasho to talk with Ms. O'Neill about getting his property included
in the proposed annexation area.
7B -AMENDED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR RETAINED COUNSEL --
FOSTER, PEPPER & SHEFELMAN, #AB95-247
The City is involved in three lawsuits for which it has retained
counsel relating to the wastewater treatment plant:
Charleston Beach Associa~on, etaL ~ City d Breme~on, etaL, Kitsap County
Superior Court Cause No. 94 2 02586 6;
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The city of Bremerton v. Harbor Insurance Company, et al., Kitsap County
Superior Court Cause No. 94 2 02161 5; and
The City of Bremerton v. CH2M Hill Northwest, Inc., et al., Kitsap County
Superior Court Cause No. 94 2 02364 2.
It is recommended that the firm of Foster, Pepper & Shefelman has
the depth of resources and experience needed to continue legal
representation of the City.
The amendment extends the contract through 1996 and budgets an
additional $190,000.00 to the existing contract for the three
cases.
Ian Sievers, City Attorney, explained this contract is an amendment
to the 1995 contract, so the figures under the compensation section
are accumulative and the following amounts have been added in:
$70,000 for the first suite, $50,000 for the second suite and
$70,000 for the third suit.
Peter Myers, 4317 "D" Street, stated he felt the City Council was
getting bad advice in approving this contract amendment because of
the City's actions to acquire property and/or condemn property near
the sewer treatment plant.
Mr. Law asked the City Attorney to explain how the billing is
monitored for outside attorney services? Mr. Sievers explained all
of the outside attorneys are required to submit detailed bills by
10th of hour and also list expenses. He also tracks each of the
Professional Services Contract by the project or case, which is why
separate budgets have been indicated for the three cases listed.
Those bills are submitted to his department and he closely reviews
them prior to forwarding them on for payment.
M/S/C/U(Overson/Montgomery )to approve Amended Professional
Services Contract.
8A - RESOLUTION NO. 2532° SETTING FEES FOR GOLD MOUNTAIN GOLF
COURSE AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 2480, #AB95-248
In order for the City's Gold Mountain Golf Course to remain
financially sound through the current period of expansion and on
into the future, it is necessary to implement fee changes on a
regular basis. As has been demonstrated through the financial
modeling of the course expansion, a rate of increase of
approximately three percent over inflation is required for the
course to remain financially sound. Fees at the course were last
changed January 1, 1995. The proposed fee changes will increase
course revenue by approximately 5.7 percent. Additionally, the
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proposed resolution establishes rates for the new course as a
function of the rates on the current facility.
Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, stated the financial modeling, which
served as the basis for the City's borrowing funds with which Gold
Mountain Golf Course is being expanded, did indicate that periodic
fee increases are necessary to make sure the course remains
financially viable. Those models were predicated on an assumption
that fee increases would compensate for inflation plus
approximately 2.8% per year. That was the basis on which the
proposed fee structure was constructed with an eye to trying to
maintain an easily administered fee structure by keeping round
numbers and even dollars wherever possible. They also attempted to
balance the rate of increase as evenly as possible across the
spectrum of different classes of fees, both full price and
discounted rounds. He noted overall that amounts to a 5.7%
increase, which is slightly different depending on what individual
category of fees one looks at. Overall, this will raise the
average revenue per round from the current roughly $15.57 to
approximately $16.45 and will accomplish the necessary increase in
revenue to maintain the financial viability of the golf course.
John McDonnell, Bremerton resident, stated he supported all of the
proposed fees with the exception of the Senior Citizen fee. In
1994 the Senior Citizen fee was raised 17% and now it is being
proposed to raise it another 5%, which equates to 22% in two years.
He hopes to see a 2.6% increase in his senior citizen pension
benefits for 1996, but that is not a sure thing. He raised the
issue that $75,000 from the Golf Course revenue was transferred to
the Parks and Recreation Department and now they are asking to
raise the fees. He found that action somewhat confusing. He made
the following suggestions: (1) freeze the Senior Citizen green fees
for the next two years, which was done in 1992; (2) if the City
needs the money from the increased fees, then let the senior
citizens, at their option, play on weekends and holidays. Now,
they can only play Monday through Friday.
Ray Pollis, 3308 Almira Drive, pointed out the Senior Citizen
C.O.L.A. for the last two years has been a gross of 5.4% and the
golf fees are proposed to be raised 22% during that same time
period, which he felt was a little out of line. If the City is
looking for another avenue to raise revenue on golf fees, he
suggested charging out-of-towngolfers more than those in the City.
He has found other cities within Washington and other states follow
that general rule of charging out-of-town golfers $2-4.00 more per
green fee than the local residents. Mayor Hotton stated
4-5 years ago the City Council took up that issue and at that time
there was great debate about where you draw the line because County
residents felt they were entitled to the same break as City
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residents. If Council desires the administration to look at such a
fee, she would take steps to revisit the issue.
Mr. Neville asked Mayor Horton to explain why the golf course gives
money back to the Parks Department. Mayor Hotton explained when
the golf course was construction 20+ years ago, the City received
an Interagency for Outdoor Recreation (IAC) grant from the State,
and as a stipulation to receiving that grant, any profit resulting
from the golf course needed to be returned into the Parks system
for capital acquisition and some program development. The City is
still under that stipulation and for the first 18 years of the golf
courses operation it did not turn a profit. It has only been in
the last few years that the City has been able to take any money
out of the golf course proceeds and put back into Park capital.
Mr. Neville asked if that obligation would hold true for the new
18-hole golf course? Mayor Hotton stated no, because the new
course is being funded from revenue bonds.
RaY Pollis stated if the City Council can arbitrarily raise green
fees then they should be able to determine the limits of the
population, City or County, in order to charge out-of-town golfers
a higher fee. He has noticed on weekends and sometimes on Fridays
tournaments are held for people from the Seattle and Tacoma areas.
Jim Spencer, Parks Department Director, stated relative to the
Senior Citizens rates in terms of the annuals and semi-annual
round, when you look statistically at the actual number of rounds
played in 1994 and look at the revenue that will be generated off
the new proposed fees for those senior annual and semi-annual
rounds, the average round of golf is just under $7.00 per round.
That is viewed as an incredible reasonable price for the product
received by those seniors. Additionally, he addressed the concern
about the reduced rate for out-of-townpeople in that they believe
they offer an array of discount opportunities for local people in
the form of punch cards, etc., that provide opportunities to play
the course at a reduced rate. In reference to the $75,000
generated from the golf course to the Parks Department, he would
not apologize for their getting those funds because it is crucial
to their operation. With that funding source they have done some
good things with that money that include several "big toy"
purchases, irrigation improvements, etc. And, it is his hope that
revenue stream continues since it is vital to improvements within
the parks system.
John McDonnell asked how many rounds of golf can be played with a
broken arm, after having heart surgery or when someone has died? He
was not aware of any "refund" policy based on extreme
circumstances. Mr. Hanna stated in addition to being the City
Treasurer he also serves on the Golf Course Board and that board
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has received requests for refunds on semi and annual memberships
for incidents of heart attacks, broken arm and the death of an
annual pass holder. And, to the best of his knowledge all of those
requests for refunds have been honored. Mr. McDonnell asked who
makes the refunds? President Huff-Menees explained requests for
refund would be made to the Golf Course Board Of Directors. Mr.
McDonnell expressed his concern that he was not aware that a
"refund" policy existed nor did he know who to contact. Recently,
he called the Parks and Recreation department, the Mayor's Office
and Jim Spencer asking who represents the seniors? The first two
responses were "I don't know" and the third was "we all represent
them". Mr. Dawkins acknowledged he served on the Golf Course Board
Of Directors. Mr. McDonnell asked the City Attorney if that was
not a conflict of interest? Mr. Sievers stated no. President
Huff-Menees pointed out Councilman Colvin also serves on the Golf
Course Board Of Directors. Mr. Spencer stated for clarification
that Mr. McDonnell was talking about the Parks Commission rather
than the Golf Course Board Of Directors. He pointed out Mr. Colvin
and Mr. Dawkins serve on the Golf Course Board Of Directors. He
related to Mr. McDonnell that the Parks Commission is responsible
for protecting the interest of all citizens and there is no senior
representative on the Parks Commission. Mr. Dawkins related an
situation where a golfer, due to health conditions, was unable to
walk from the cart path on to the green and the Golf Course Board
of Directors granted that person permission to drive on to the
green so that he could continue to play golf.
Mr. Overson stated he appreciated the senior citizens'
participation and they are a major part of the golf course
activity. He also appreciates their concerns over the rising cost,
but he does believe staff have reviewed the impacts. The $735.00
for an annual pass provides one play per week for $14.00 weeks; two
plays per week for $7.00; or three plays per week for less than
$5.00. He noted the Senior Couples fee brings the cost down as
well. He also agreed that the value being offered is very good for
the cost.
Mr. Neville pointed out there is a senior punch card for low income
as well.
M/S/C/(Neville/Montgomery) to pass Resolution No. 2532, setting
forth a fee structure for Gold Mountain Golf Course and repealing
Resolution No. 2480.
Vote on motion:
In Favor:
Overson, Neville, Huff-Menees,
Montgomery, Dawkins Colvin, Winters
Abstain: Law
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9A - ORDINANCE NO. 4532 (SECOND READING) LEVYING PROPERTY TAXES FOR
COLLECTION IN 1996, #AB95-244
Public comment - none.
M/S/C/U(Montgomery/Winters) to pass Ordinance No. 4532 on second
reading, levying Municipal Taxes against all the taxable property
within the City limits of Bremerton for the year 1995, and
approving the assessment roll made by the Assessor of Kitsap
County, therefore to be collected in the year 1996.
10A - CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 1996 CDBG ALLOCATION
RECOMMENDATIONS -- HUMAN SERVICES SEGMENT ONLY, #AB95-239
Beginning January 1, 1996, the City of Bremerton will once again
become a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement. As
in previous years, the Development Staff advertised that funds
would be available, and 35 applications were received. Mayor
Horton appointed a Citizen's Advisory Committee consisting of Jack
Lefcoski, Helen Davis, and Cheryl Kincer. The Committee read and
reviewed the applications, and also interviewed each applicant.
The staff reviewed all applications for eligibility.
President Huff-Menees explained the Human Serves section of the
Community Development Block Grant allocations were held over to
this meeting for conclusion pending a sub-committee meeting, as
appointed by Council, to meet with the Citizens Advisory Committee
to discuss the recommendations. Just subsequent to the meeting
with the Citizens Advisory Committee, the Administration informed
Council that the City has been notified that additional funds will
be allocated to the City. After discussion by the sub-committee
with the Citizens' Advisory Committee and their recommendations,
Council determined they would recommend the approval of the Human
Services allocation as recommended by the Citizens' Advisory
Committee with the stipulation when the additional funds are
available that the priority be given to Kitsap Community Action
Program's Emergency and Transitional Housing Services and
Youthcare. There may be dollars for other allocations and that
will be considered at a later time.
Russ Hauge, Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney, stated he was
before Council on behalf of the Sexual Assault Center, one of the
applicants to be partially funded to provide a Victim Advocate
working to provide basically support for child victims of sexual
assault as they work their way through the criminal justice system.
He expressed thanks from the Sexual Assault Center and Kitsap
County for hearing this request and including them in the funding
allocations. He emphasized the Victim Advocate will fill a gap
that is apparent every time they try to prosecute a case involving
the assault of a child. It is a gap that has needed to be filled
for a long time and is a very positive first step. He has made the
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prosecution of this kind of crime their #1 priority. If additional
Block Grant funds do become available, he requested that Council
consider granting additional funds to the Sexual Assault Center's
Victim Advocate project.
Martha Westtort, Director of Kitsap Assault Center, echoed Mr.
Houge's comments and thanked the City Council for their concern for
children and child abuse.
Lavern Nickerson, Salvation Army Director, thanked the City Council
and those who made the decision concerning the allocation of Block
Grant funding and their inclusion in those allocations.
Mr. Neville thanked the members of the Citizens' Advisory Committee
for their hard work as well as Marylyn Waibel for providing staff
support. He emphasized this process is not easy and the sub-
committee of the City Council recognized the hard work put in by
the Citizens' Advisory Committee and hope that they will consider
serving in that category again some time in the future.
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M/S/C/U(Neville/Montgomery) to accept the Advisory Committee's
requesting of funding the Human Resources segment.
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Mr. Overson stated his appreciation for the Council's sub-committee
further considering the allocations and to affirm the Committee's
recommendation as opposed to making significant changes.
With no further business meeting adjourned at 7:00 P.M..
KATHLEEN L. McCLUSKEY, C .ty Clerk
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