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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/19/97 TAPE #1442 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTE8 FEBRUARY 19, 1997 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 19, 1997, at 5:30 P.M., with Council Vice President Richard Neville presiding. Council members present were Bob Winters, Sherril Huff-Menees, Lon Overson, John Law. Council members Al Colvin, Cecil McConnell, Carlos Montgomery and Council President David Farr were absent. Also present were City Attorney Ian Sievers and Acting City Clerk Paula Johnston. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council Vice President Richard Neville and Invocation given by Reverend Rodney Smith of the First Christian Church of Bremerton. CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of Meeting -- February 5, 1997 #AB97-032 #0016 M/S/C/U(Huff-Menees/Overson) to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. CLAIMS/CHECK REGISTER8 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. #0042 M/S/C/U(Overson/Law) on February 26, 1997, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: 206021, and 206022 through 206182 in the amount of $358,156.15; and Regular Payroll for the period ending 2-15-97, in the amount of $677,484.47. Vice President Neville announced Council members David Farr, Al Colvin, Cecil McConnell, and Carlos Montgomery were absent from the meeting due to their attending the Association Of Washington Cities Legislative Conference in Olympia. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Winters announced he would hold a meeting on February24, 1997, 7:30 P.M., in the Council Conference Room, to discuss the issue of Telecommunications. He emphasized this meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about this subject. He noted after the February 12 City Council meeting, Council held a Study Session to discuss the formation of an Ad Hoc Council Advisory Committee on Telecommunications. At that meeting, he referenced minutes of a TAPE #1442 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes February 19, 1997 Page 2 of 9 July 8, 1996, Cable Advisory Committee where he posed the question to former Councilman Russ Johnson, a member of that committee, what was the purpose of the committee? Mr. Johnson's response was "to keep the Council interested in access so that the community would not give up their rights to three channels allocated." At that time, Mr. Johnson also acknowledged it was Mr. Winters' suggestion that it might be appropriate to forman Ad Hoc Committee to explore the variety of communication technologies, not just access issues. Based on that information, Mr. Winters felt it was important to bring the issue of telecommunications before the public so that they could obtain information and to inform the City Council. Today, he and several members of the Administration attended a down-linked workshop originating in Kentucky that discussed the Telecommunications Act. He noted the Bremerton was the only city in the State of Washington to be part of the down-link for that presentation. He thanked the Mayor and staff members for attending that workshop where they spent five hours learning the potential of what it will take to organize and implement the new Telecommunications law the right way. Mr. Law reported on the District #3 Neighborhood meeting held on February 18, and expressed his appreciation for the input he received from those attending that meeting. He will use their advice for future votes and discussion points. Mr. Neville announced to residents located around the Smith Playfield that the City's Parks Department and Puget Power will be removing four trees at the corner of 13th and Elizabeth. The identified trees have been determined potentially hazardous to the power lines, and there are plans for replanting in the Spring. He announced it was with regret that he would not be attending Councilman Colvin's District 1 Neighborhood Meeting on February 20. MAYOR'8 REPORT Mayor Lynn Horton reported she made two trips to Olympia this week to testify at Legislative hearings concerning issues that are important to the City of Bremerton. The first hearing was held on February 13, where she testified before the Senate Transportation Committee on the Transportation budget. As it stands now, the second passenger-only ferry that Bremerton hoped to get has been pulled from the budget. She pointed out to the Committee that along with the State's money, they also took the three million dollars Bremerton had in ISTEA funds, which was diverted from the Gorst-Bremerton connector project, for this ferry. She is optimistic that the State will return the three million dollars, if the budget does not pass. The Committee indicated if there is a need, such as the second passenger-only ferry, it would be funded through a gas tax increase. Mayor Horton did not know if that TAPE #1442 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes February 19, 1997 Page 3 of 9 would be well received by the public, but if there is no gas tax increase, Bremerton will pursue getting the second passenger-only boat some other way. On February 17 she testified for a bill entitled Urban Stabilization Bill, which is a Washington State version of tax increment financing that other States offer. When a project comes on line, the increased taxation funds caused directly as a result of that project (such as Sinclair landing), can be used at the State and local level for infrastructure improvements. The State level sum is being capped at 30 million dollars across the State, with no one project being able to take out more than 5 million dollars. And, 5 million dollars debt service on an annual basis of 5 million dollars equates to about 50 million dollars in projects. There is interest on the part of the Senate to see something like this passed; however, the Chair of the House Finance Committee is opposed to the issue at this point, but effort is being made to overcome that obstacle. This proposal could mean some real advantages for the City and for all communities that are trying to bring projects on line that need infrastructure improvements in order to get the projects underway. Those tax dollars are new, and relate directly to a specific project. Other states have been very successful in financing economic development projects as a result of this kind of mechanism, and only relies on State Sales Tax and B&O Tax, not on property taxes because the State Constitution ties up property tax for education only. She will keep Council posted on these issues. PUBLIC RECOGNITION ROY McInnis, Bremerton resident, pointed out he has regularly attended City Council meetings for about 13 years and this was the first time he came with a prepared statement to address his concern over the "3-minutes time limit" imposed by the Council. Many of the citizens of Bremerton have voiced their concerns to him about certain people using 5-7 minutes to talk on a subject and not be reminded of the 3-minute rule, such as in the case of Mr. Camp, yet others are asked to limit their comments to the shorter time. Members of the public have indicated there may be another reason for Mr. Camp's lengthy speaking and that is free campaigning for future use, which is not impressive to Mr. McInnis. After viewing the last Council meeting live on Channel 12, he felt it was not fair to the viewing audience or to the Council to have someone ramble on. Mr. McInnis stressed if it becomes necessary, he would like to see Council bring back the buzzer time clock so that speakers will know when their time is up. Bob Jaenicke, Bremerton resident, stated he viewed the previous Council meeting on Channel 12 and became distressed the more he watched. He referenced Councilman Montgomery's comment made at the previous Council meeting about his being upset because someone misquoted him. Later in that same meeting Mr. Montgomery commented TAPE #1442 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes February 19, 1997 Page 4 of 9 that he was kind of hard of hearing. Mr. Jaenicke felt that goes along with everything else, after watching the previous Council meeting where the Council swiftly moved to take final action on an agenda item immediately after Mr. Camp concluded his comments by asking them to give consideration to his comments. He viewed Council's action as being arrogant toward taxpayers, and what it costs them to live in Bremerton. Pastor Danny Allen, Grace Pentecostal Church, stated he produced community access television with Bremerton Community Access Television (BCAT) for about 3 years, and in his opinion the transition from BCAT to Westsound Cable Access Television wasn't very smooth. As a producer, it caused him to cancel his television program. He will no longer have a part of the politics being played with the Westsound group. He produced 88 30-minute programs, and is grateful to the City for having that opportunity. As a citizen of Bremerton, he is concerned that a local business, owned and operated by Councilman Winters on Pacific Avenue, sells tobacco related products, one of which he displayed. Pastor Allen personally talked with drug addicts, who told him people don't smoke tobacco out of that kind of instrument, and is generally used for smoking marijuana. Although it may not be illegal to sell tobacco related products, he felt it was immoral and asked the Council to "houseclean". He stressed the fact we are trying to teach our children that drugs are wrong and encourage them to abstain from using drugs. He believes if there is a City Council member who sells tobacco related products that are used to smoke marijuana, it creates a problem for the citizens of Bremerton. He asked Councilman Winters to resign his position as Councilman. H. Emily Moshay, Bremerton resident, stated she was saddened to hear Pastor Danny Allen will no longer produce his show because it was a benefit to the community. As a representative of the Literacy Council of Kitsap County, she announced MISS AMERICA will come to Bremerton on March 1, at the Admiral Theater. Tickets for this event are available through the Literacy Council Office, 612 5th Street, for $50.00, which includes a Patrons Semi-Formal Social at 6:30 P.M. and seating for the 7:30 P.M. program. Tickets are $10.00 and $15.00 for just the 7:30 P.M. program. 7A - DESIGN OF RODGERS STREET STORM DRAINAGE -- PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WAI~NER ENGINEERING, #AB97-033 Qualifications of seven consultants from the City's consultant roster were reviewed and evaluated for this project. Warner Engineering was identified as having a demonstrated ability in planning and design of storm drainage systems, sewers and streets, and was familiar with issues related to the water system. The scope of work includes predesign evaluations, design, and construction services for storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and TAPE #1442 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes February 19, 1997 Page 5 of 9 preliminary street plan for Rodgers Street between Kean Street and Auto Center Way. The consultant's fee for this work is $73,900. The action before the City Council is approval of an agreement for professional services with Warner Engineering. Tim Richard, Senior Engineer, stated the primary purpose of this project is to provide storm drain improvements to prevent flooding that has occurred at Rogers Street and Kean Street. The scope of work will also include the evaluation of the sewer in that street- to determine if any upgrades are necessary, and to do the 30% design of the street improvements in order to identify the right- of-way needs. The total scope of work on the storm drainage side is a significant analysis of the storm drainage including downstream to make sure that any improvements made will be adequate to convey water out of that basin. The scope of work includes all the analysis of stormwater sewer and sanitary sewer, the design work, preparation of construction documents and support to staff during construction. City staff will administer the construction of this Project. Public comment - none. Mr. Overson asked if there was anything in Werner Engineering's background that makes them the best candidate for the contract? Mr. Richard explained they are a smaller firm, located in Gig Harbor. The City has worked with them before, and they have also completed a number of projects for the Bremerton School District. Gary Werner has many years of experience (15+ years) and demonstrated strength in designing storm drainage systems and conducting analysis. This firm also has a number of Engineering staff members as well as technical support. Mr. Overson pointed out opposed to normal projects like this, the consultant will handoff the details to City staff, who will manage construction. He asked if Mr. Richard would be the person providing the construction management? Mr. Richard explained normally the City handles all construction management other than for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He noted the City would also be handling the construction management on two other projects also on Council's Agenda. #0914 M/S/C/U(Overson/Huff-Menees) to approve a professional services agreement for design of Rodgers Street Storm Drainage Project with Warner Engineering in the amount of $73,900, and authorize the Mayor to execute the same. 7B - DESIGN OF WEST 650 WATER PRESSURE ZONE -- PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH KCM, INC., #AB97-034 Qualifications of five consultants from the City's consultant roster were reviewed and evaluated for the design of a new water TAPE #1442 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes February 19, 1997 Page 6 of 9 pressure zone. KCM, Inc. was identified as having a demonstrated ability in planning and design of water distribution facilities to meet the criteria established by the City, the State Department of Health, and other State and Federal agencies. In addition, KCM, Inc. has previously provided design consultant service to the City and is familiar with issues related to the water system. The scope of work includes predesign evaluations, design, and construction services for a new water pressure zone. The consultant's fee for this work is $224,800. The action before the City Council is approval of an agreement for professional services with KCM, Inc. Tim Richard, Senior Engineer, stated this project is for the design of West 650 Water pressure Zone, which will serve the area upper areas of Werner Road that are zoned Industrial or Commercial. This project was also included as the match for an EDA Grant that the City is ranked #1 for this region for funding. The design includes a pump station, transmission main and reservoir that would provide the backbone of the system for the subject area. The specific design services include preliminary design and route selection work, GEO technical investigation surveying, and final design, including the pump station, transmission main and reservoir. The contract does include some support during construction and City staff will administer construction of this project. Public comment - none. #1031 M/S/C/U(Overson/Winters) to approve a professional services agreement for design of West 650 Water Zone with KCM, Inc. in the amount of $224,800, and authorize the Mayor to execute the same. 7C - DESIGN OF WEST 540 WATER PRESSURE ZONE -- PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH KCM, INC., #AB97-035 Qualifications of five consultants from the City's consultant roster were reviewed and evaluated for the design of a new water pressure zone. KCM, Inc. was identified as having a demonstrated ability in planning and design of water distribution facilities to meet the criteria established by the City, the State Department of Health, and other State and Federal agencies. In addition, KCM, Inc. has previously provided design consultant service to the City and is familiar with issues related to the water system. The scope of work includes predesign evaluations, design, and construction services for a new water pressure zone. The consultant's fee for this work is $203,100. The action before the City Council is approval of an agreement for professional services with KCM, Inc. Tim Richard, Senior Engineer, stated these professional services are identical in scope to the 650 Water pressure Zone and one of the reasons KCM was chosen to design both projects was not only their ability but that it would be more cost effective to provide TAPE #1442 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes February 19, 1997 Page 7 of 9 two almost identical designs rather than hiring two consultants. This pressure zone is located within the City's water service area that is bounded by Anderson Hill Road, Old Clifton Road to the south, Sunnyslope Water District to the west and to the south of Highway 16 south of Gorst. Even though this area is within the City's water service area, it is not possible to service it with water because there is not a reservoir/transmission system available to that area. Public comment - none. #1138 M/S/C/U(Law/Huff-Menees) to approve a professional services agreement for design of West 540 Water Zone with KCM, Inc. in the amount of $203,100, and authorize the Mayor to execute the same. 7D - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BROWN & CALDWELL FOR WATER REUSE STUDY, #AB97-036 A Scope of Work with Brown & Caldwell has been negotiated to provide an evaluation of water reuse for Bremerton. Potential reuse projects will be identified and cost estimates and non- economic assessments will be evaluated. Possible uses include irrigation and industrial use. Alternatives for treating and conveying the reclaimed water will be identified. Total fees under this progressional services agreement shall not exceed sixty-nine thousand dollars ($69,000). Kathleen Cahall, Water Resources Manager, explained water reuse is when effluent is taken from the Wastewater Treatment Plant and further treated so it can be used for other uses rather than discharged out into the Sound. Water reuse is a concept that is more common in more arid parts of the country, but is getting more attention in the northwest. Water reuse is good for the water system because it is like finding a new source of water and it is good for the wastewater system because it reduces the amount of effluent discharged into Sinclair Inlet. This contract will evaluate the potential re-use projects for Bremerton, and identify which projects should be pursued further. Roy McGinnis, referred to the Professional Services Agreement where it states the contract will "commence on January 20, 1997". He questioned why we were hearing this issue now, since that date has passed. Ms. Cahall stated this proposal was ready to go forward about 3-4 weeks ago; however, there was concern about the insurance and liability language that needed to be worked out before they could proceed with the contract. Ms. Huff-Menees stated this issue is important to the City and there is tremendous potential use, if we are able to re-use water. TAPE #1442 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes February 19, 1997 Page 8 of 9 #1288 M/S/C/U(Huff-Menees/Winters) to approve the professional services agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign, subject to City administrative policies and procedures. Total fees shall not exceed $69,000. 8A - RESOLUTION NO. 2585 REGARDING ONE-WAY STREETS -- SMITH COVE NEIGHBORHOOD, #A897-037 The City has met with the various neighborhoods over the last several months to discuss parking and travel issues effecting the residents. From these meetings, the residents in the Smith Cove area requested establishment of a one-way street system. The Engineering Division staff concur with this request. The recommended changes are: North of 11th Street, the following streets will have there direction of travel limited to northbound only -- McKenzie Avenue and Highland Avenue up to 13th Street. North of llth Street, the following streets will have there direction of travel limited to southbound only -- Cogean Avenue and Pleasant Avenue from 13th Street to llth Street Place. llth Street Place will be one-way westbound. The attached Resolution No. 2585 establishes the one-way street pattern. Mark Souza, Senior Engineer, stated this Resolution was presented after meetings with the public dealing with the planting strip and other parking issues. During these discussions, possible one-way streets were mentioned. Sketches were made of possibilities they thought would work the best, which were then shown to citizens by even going door to door, and the overwhelming feedback was positive. The streets in the subject area are very narrow - 25 feet wide, except for Pleasant Avenue, which is only 23 feet wide. Elizabeth Buell asked Mr. Souza to speak slower because she had a hard time following him. Mr. Overson expressed his appreciation of the work Mr. Souza has put in on this project, including his contact with the public soliciting their comments and concerns. He agrees that this proposal is the best solution to the problem. Mr. Winters, on behalf of the citizens from District #9, thanked Mr. Souza for his services. He questioned if signatures from approving citizens were obtained? Mr. Sousa explained a staff member was sent around to each house with door knocker signs announcing the meeting topic and date. A total of three meetings were held, and although not many citizens attended, a lot of face to face contact was made while distributing the notices. He TAPE #1442 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes February 19, 1997 Page 9 of 9 estimated approximately 80 contacts were made. #1557 M/S/C/U(Huff-Menees/Overson) to adopt Resolution No. 2585, declaring that portions of Highland, Pleasant, Pacific, Cogean, and McKenzie Avenues be one-way highways (Smith Cove area). Mr. Law joined Mr. Winters in thanking Mr. Souza on behalf of the citizens from District #3. His efforts were appreciated, and he was wished success in all his future plans. Mr. Souze thanked Councilman Law and stated it has been his pleasure to work for the City of Bremerton. Vice President Neville stated the sentiments were truly a "two-way" street! Vioe President Neville thanked the TV camera crew for their services: Rob Rupe, James Noble, and all other volunteers involved. With no further business meeting adjourned at 6:22 P.M. KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, City Clerk City of Bremerton KLM/DDF/me cc: Normal Distribution File/Vault