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Home My WebLink About06/21/99 TAPE #1625 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 21, 1999 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, Monday, June 21, 1999, at 5:30 P.M., with Council President Mike Shepherd presiding. Council members present were Jim Reed, Carol Arends, David Farr, Lon Overson, and Wayne Olsen. Council members Carlos Montgomery, John Law, and Cecil McConnell were absent. Also present were City Attorney Glenna Malanca, Deputy Clerk Paula Johnston, and Legislative Assistant Lori Smith. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council President Shepherd and invocation given by Deacon Roy Mclnnis of Sinclair Missionary Baptist Church. President Shepherd made the following announcements: (1) City Council held a Study Session prior to the meeting to discuss general Council business. CONSENT AGENDA A. Renewal of Interlocal Agreement with Kitsap County for Traffic Signal #AB99-111 Maintenance B. Lease Agreement with FTP Corporation for Radio Broadcast Tower #AB99-112 #0024 M/S/C/U (Farr/Olsen) Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 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. #0058 M/S/C/U (Arends/Overson) On June 21, 1999, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: 231809 through 231945 in the amount of $841,390.13; and Regular Payroll for the period ending June 15, 1999 in the amount of $801,116.99. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Overson announced the District #4 meeting to be held this Thursday, June 24, 1999 at 7:00 P.M. in the Community Room of the Washington Mutual building at 5th & Pacific. Mr. Farr reported that some vandalism has been taking place at the Haddon Park, and asked neighbors for their help in reporting any known incidents. TAPE #1625 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 21, 1999 Page 2 of 4 Ms. Arends asked citizens to be aware that since school has let out, more kids will be around. President Shepherd announced that Bremerton was the host City for the Junior Olympics, and provided additional information on future events. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Horton reported on a Traffic Safety Committee meeting recently held, and provided further information on a few of the topics discussed including a Cross-Walk policy; removal of several flashing signals in the downtown business district; a temporary closure of Mead Avenue; installation of a four-way stop at Ohio and 13th Street; and eliminating left turns on 11th Street. She also discussed a proposal to place a survey on the next water bill to see if there is enough interest to ban fireworks, or enough of a consensus to place further restrictions. She has asked acting Police Chief Forbes to increase patrols for illegal fireworks. LEGISLATIVE REPORT - There was no report this evening. PUBLIC RECOGNITION John Becker asked for an update on downtown redevelopment. Ruth Natividad. Elizabeth Buell. and Ron Van Hollebeke asked for an update on the fluoridation equipment. Roy Runyon invited the Traffic Safety Committee to cross Burwell Street at any unmarked cross-walk in an effort to demonstrate the need for further cross-walk policy. Mr. Runyon commended Mayor Horton for her efforts in making changes in cross-walk policy. 9A - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) AMENDING CHAPTER 9.48 OF THE BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO FIREWORKS. TO BRING CITY CODES IN COMPLIANCE WITH STATE CODES. #AB99-113 Chief AI Duke, Bremerton Fire Department, reported that Chapter 9.48 of the Bremerton Municipal Code pertains to fireworks within the City of Bremerton. This proposal is to bring these codes in compliance with State RCW's and WAC's. The major changes to the ordinance include identifying which fireworks are allowed to be discharged; fireworks stand conformance issues such as requiring an adult 18 years old of age or older in attendance at all times, and no person under 16 years old shall be allowed in the stand; and no sale of fireworks to any person under the age of 16, with photo identification required. There were no comments from the public. #0650 MISICIU (Arends/Farr) Motion to approve Ordinance on first reading. TAPE #1625 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 21, 1999 Page 3 of 4 9B ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) AMENDING CHAPTER 13.04.140 OF THE BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE. TO ALLOW THE SALE OF ALCOHOL DURING THE "BLUES MUSIC FESTIVAL" ON SUNDAY, JULY 18. 1999. #AB99-114 Charlene Burnett, Parks & Recreation Department, requested an amendment to Bremerton Municipal Code section 13.04.140 to allow the sale of beer and wine at the Blue Festival on Sunday, July 18, 1999 from 12:00 noon - 7:30 P.M. at Pendergast Field. Ms. Burnett provided a brief overview. She clarified that the City would have an agreement with a private contractor, who will carry a $1 million bond. This agreement will also be reviewed by the City's Risk Manager and City Attorney. Leon Mhyers, Special Events Coordinator for Kitsap County, addressed the issue of liability, and reviewed various issues that could be considered to address concerns. Pat Tucker Security Director of the Fairgrounds Board, described his positive experience with various beer gardens at County events. Roger Pascal Past President of the Bremerton Athletic Roundtable, stated that there has been success in generating revenue through the use of beer gardens and that the Roundtable would provide the liquor permit for the event on July 18th. Members of the public who spoke in opposition to this amendment: Lauralee Hanson: Elizabeth Buell; Marsha Masters (President of Kitsap County Mothers Against Drunk Drivers [MADD]); John Becker, who asked how much income this event is expected to generate, questioned if $1 million would not be enough liability, and was also concerned about the precedence this would set; Del Knauss, who asked if the Mayor discussed this issue with the City Attorney, did the City Attorney discuss the issue with the Risk Manager, and read a statement from the Kitsap County Chapter of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers); Roy Mclnnis: Ruth Natividad; and Susan Brown. John Thomas suggested if this was going to be done, that the ordinance be permanently changed, rather that a one-time amendment that must be amended each year. Roy Runyon asked if Kitsap Transit was assisting with free public transport for this event. Ms. Burnett responded to questions as posed by citizens (1) Who is to police the facility? The Non-profit organization will hire security for the event and alcohol servers will check for levels of intoxication (2) Why is there only a one-time request? Since this is the first time such a request has been made, and Council indicated support on a trial basis, it was decided that a one-time request would be made rather than an overall amendment to the ordinance. (3) How much profit is expected to be generated by this event? It is not known how much profit would be generated. However, comparable events such as Whaling Days, generate TAPE #1625 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 21, 1999 Page 4 of 4 about $20, 000 net profit and Rodeo Days, generate $5,000 net profit. Both events have a long standing history and success. (4) Is there a provision for public transport? No communication with Kitsap Transit regarding transport of attendants to their homes has been conducted. Mayor Horton confirmed that communication with the City Attorney and Risk Manager did occur. Glenna Malanca discussed the possibility of sending a memo to Council regarding communication between the Mayor and Attorney, and Attorney and Risk Manager, as those discussions can be considered confidential. Ms. Arends does not support the one-time request. Mr. Overson mentioned predominant opposition to the sale of alcohol in a recent phone poll. Mr. Reed supported the request and indicated that fear is impacting the City. Mr. Farr stated it's a matter of precedent. He feels it's a move in the wrong direction. #2055 M/SIC (Arends/Overson) Motion to not approve Ordinance on first reading. Vote on motion: In favor: Arends, Overson, Farr Opposed: Reed, Shepherd Abstained: OIsen Motion carried. With no further business, meeting adjourned at 6:37 P.M. City of Bremerton PJ/MS/Is/cg C: Normal Distribution File