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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/06/99 TAPES #1651 &#1652 CITY COUNCIL MEETING & MONTHLY STUDY SESSION MINUTES October 6, 1999 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, October 6, 1999, at 5:30 P.M., with Council President Mike Shepherd presiding. Council members present were Jim Reed, Carlos Montgomery, Carol Arends, David Farr, Lon Overson, and Cecil McConnell. Council members Wayne Olsen and John Law 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 Missionary Baptist Church. Council President Shepherd made the following announcements: (1) Prior to the meeting tonight, the Council held a 15-minute Executive Session in the Council Conference room to discuss "Review of Personnel Performance" per Chapter 42.30.110(1 )(g). CONSENT AGENDA - There were no Consent Agenda items this week. 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. #0027 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/Arends) On October 6, 1999, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: 234942, and 234962 through 235104 in the amount of $268654.03; and Regular Payroll for the period ending September 30, 1999 in the amount of $912,658.84. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Carlos Montgomery announced a Bremerton Ferry Advisory Committee meeting here in the Council Chambers Thursday, October 7, at 6:30 P.M. He also reported on his attendance at the Traffic Safety meeting, and offered a suggestion that the City remove the traffic lights, and go back to 4-way stops in downtown. Mayor Horton agreed with the idea of going back to 4- way stops, and has passed this recommendation on to the Engineering Department. Carol Arends invited the public to attend the next District 6-7-8 meeting on Thursday, October 28, 1999 beginning at 7:00 P.M. at the Bremerton School Administration Building at 134 N. Marion Avenue. The topic will be an update on the "Bremerton Gateway Project" with Lynn Price, the Project Manager, in addition to Mayor Lynn Horton, special guest for the evening. David Farr also encouraged citizens to attend the District 6-7-8 meeting. He also pointed out that The SUN had mistakenly printed his picture, with "Carlos Montgomery" as the name. Lastly, he also joined in with others who have requested the bags be removed from stoplights downtown, as they are confusing and pose a safety issue. TAPES #1651 & #1652 City Council Meeting Minutes October 6, 1999 Page 2 of 5 Cecil McConnell stated he too has received a number of complaints regarding the bags over the traffic signals, and was also involved in a "near miss". The traffic parked on the sides of the street makes visibility impossible, and if it will remain a 2-way stop, he would like to see some parking removed. President Shepherd encouraged citizens to come to one of several events taking place downtown this weekend including the "All Artist Gala Evening" event at the Amy Burnett Gallery on Saturday, October 9, 1999 from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M.; and "Mortal Coil" presented by Evergreen Children's Theater at the Admiral Theater also on Saturday at 2:00 P.M. In addition, the "Kitsap Party" is this weekend at the Kitsap Mall in Silverdale from 8:00 P.M. to midnight. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Hodon read a Proclamation to proclaim October 7 through 10, 1999 as USS SARATOGA CV-3, CV/CVA 60 Recognition Days". The Proclamation was received by Robed Sauter, who introduced members of the USS SARAOGA Association, Brad Senter, President, (who was here from Texas City, Texas); and Robert "Bob" Powell, Executive Board Member. The public was invited to attend a Memorial Ceremony for the Sailors and Marines who perished in major conflicts on Saturday, October 9, 1999 at 1:30 P.M. at Ivy Green Cemetery. LEGISLATIVE REPORT- There was no report this week. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Susan Brown thanked the Council for adding the "Public Recognition" item back on their meeting Agendas, and complimented the Council for responding to citizen concerns. addition, she asked when the Ethics issue would be brought back for discussion. President Shepherd responded that it would be an issue at the next Council Retreat, which has been postponed until after the election. Gordy Byrd stated that although he expressed complaints regarding certain aspects of Kitsap Transit at last weeks meeting, there are others at Kitsap Transit, such as drivers and office staff, who have treated him with respect, which he appreciates. With no further business meeting adjourned at 5:50 P.M. City of Bremerton P J/MS/Is C: Normal Distribution File TAPES #1651 & #1652 City Council Meeting Minutes October 6, 1999 Page 3 of 5 CITY COUNCIL MONTHLY STUDY SESSION: (1) SR 303 CORRIDOR (WARREN AVENUE. WHEATON WAY. & WAAGA WAY) ALTERNATIVE ANALYSIS STUDY Nita Jackson, Project Manager for the SR303 Alternative Analysis, reported the State Route (SR) 303 corridor extends SR 304 (Burwell Street) in Downtown Bremerton to SR 3/SR 303 Kitsap Mall Boulevard interchange in the Silverdale area of Kitsap County. She reported the purpose of the alternatives analysis is to (1) identify existing and future SR 303 deficiencies; (2) evaluate and recommend short and long-range transportation improvements; and (3) establish a framework to seek legislative action and funding for opportunities or programs meeting analysis objectives. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is managing the analysis, in cooperation with the City of Bremerton, Kitsap County and Kitsap Transit. Both the City of Bremerton and Kitsap County are funding partners. John Perlic, Consultant Team Manager, discussed the overall analysis process that has been organized into four work phases: · Phase 1 - Scope of Work Development and Inter-Agency Coordination to get the project underway. · Phase 2- Data collection, Existing and Future Deficiencies Identification. · Phase 3 - Alternatives Development and Evaluation. · Phase 4 - Environmental Documentation - The improvements, strategies, and programs recommended in Phase 3 will be advanced to more detailed analysis and review as part of an Environmental impact Statement (EIS) if warranted. Regular meetings will be held with 3 committees (Policy Advisory Committee; Technical Committee; and Stakeholders Committee) throughout the analysis process to provide input and direction. Interested persons are invited to attend any of the proposed committee meetings or other elements such as: 1 ) Public/Open Houses and Workshops; 2) Newsletters/Project Brochures; and 3) Local Jurisdiction/Regional Presentations. An 18-month project schedule to complete Phases 1-3 and begin Phase 4 has been developed starting in November and ending in April 2001. Randy Witt, City Engineer, closed with further comments on the proposed Committees, which are expected to start in mid-November. He asked that citizens address any questions on this subject to the City's Engineering Department at 478-5348, or Nita Jackson at (360) 357-2675. (2) BRIEF UPDATE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Randy Witt, City Engineer, described the incremental steps taken with traffic signals downtown, and is now recommending to not put the signals back on flash, but to go to 4-way stop control with stop signs, then removing the bagged signals. Discussion continued on the pros and cons of continuing to use the flashing signal lights at 4-way stops. It was reported that funding was still available through a C.D.B.G. grant for speed humps, so Roosevelt, the next street on the list, is expected to receive two humps between 6th & 10t", in the next month or so. The safety issue of the State Street & Burwelt intersection was mentioned, and though it doesn't fit into the "traditional" area of receiving money for traffic and safety improvements, other alternatives for funding are being looked into, such as working with Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. Lastly, a 4-way stop was requested at the corner of 9th Street & Wilbert. TAPES #1651 & #1652 City Council Meeting Minutes October 6, 1999 Page 4 of 5 The "Public Works & Utilities. Engineering Division, Monthly Status Report' summarized the following: 1) Bremerton Transportation Center (BTC) Project; 2) Public Works Department Projects (Werner Road CorridorNVest Hills Commercial Improvements; Callow CSO Priority 3 & 5; Burwell Hill Climb; 1999 Curb Cut Program; and 1999 Traffic Calming Program); 3) Engineering Division, Utility Projects (Miscellaneous Water Projects; W650 Zone Improvements; Anderson Cove CSO; Pump Station CW-2 Upgrade; Snyder and Ohio Avenue Sewers; CSO Reduction Plan Update; SR304 Transportation Improvement Project); and 4) Public Works & Utilities Projects (Evergreen Park - Phase I Renovation; Evergreen Park - Phase II Remediation; Manette Ballfield Improvements). (3) WATER SYSTEM PLAN UPDATE & ANNUAL WATER QUALITY REPORT Kathleen Cahall, Water Resources Manager, explained a "water system plan" is updated every 6 years as required by the Washington Administrative Code and by the Bremerton Municipal Code. The final plan must be approved by the City Council, and the Washington State Department of Health. The purpose of the plan is to identify present and future needs; set forth the means for addressing those needs; and to demonstrate the water system has the operational, technical, managerial, and financial capability to maintain compliance with all relevant regulations. AJso discussed were details of the elements contained in the plan; how the plan relates to the City's Comprehensive Plan; and the special issues with this 1999 Water System Plan update. The proposed schedule for the first draft to the Department of Health is December of 1999; and to City Council for approval in July of the year 2000. Council member David Farr left the meeting at approximately 6:40 P.M. A copy of the Annual Water Quality Report was presented to the Council members, and it was reported that it would be provided to customers as required by the 1996 Safe Drinking Water Act Amendments. The first report to customers will be sent in October 1999. Subsequent annual reports will be sent before July each year thereafter. TAPE #1652 Council member Jim Reed left the meeting at approximately 6:50 P.M. (4) PROPOSED LONG-TERM LEASE FOR ELANDAN GARDENS diane Robinson, owner of Elandan Gardens, along with her husband Dan Robinson, are requesting a long-term lease, which would enable them to make commitments for future capital improvements to the site. A brief lease-agreement history was provided of the bonsai garden, as well as future plans, such as such as an aquarium, and possibly a restaurant. Ms. Robinson stated she would like to receive a 50-year term, but was unaware of the legal opinion as to the maximum number of years legally allowed. If the maximum was only 10 years, she questioned if Council would object to putting the issue on the ballot to ask for a longer term. It was pointed out the negotiations for the terms of the lease would need to be done with the Administration, then the job of the Council would be to either approve or disapprove those terms. TAPES #1651 & #1652 City Council Meeting Minutes October 6, 1999 Page 5 of 5 Council member Lon Overson left the meeting at approximately 7:30 P.M. (5) KITSAP REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL FINANCIAL PRESENTATION (REVENUE SOURCES; RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SERVICE PROVISIONS; AND RELATIVE BUDGTS FOR CITY & COUNTY) Mary McClure, KRCC Interim Director, provided copies of the Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council, Developing a Kitsap Cost & Revenue Sharing Method, Breaking the Logjam on Annexations & Incorporations". Visuals were shown as the following topics were summarized: 1) Populations for various cities in the County; 2) Total Capital and Operations Budgets for 1999; Budgets per Capita for 1999; 3) Services Provided with a breakdown of those services in the County and the City; 4) Kitsap County Property Tax Distribution for 1999; 5) Statutory Maximum Regular Levy Rates, in dollars per $1000 of assessed valuation; 6) Available Revenue Sources; 7) Indicators of Funding Capability; 8) KRCC Finance Work Group; 9) Areas of Consideration; 10) Fiscal Disparities Analysis; and 11 ) Where are we Now? In closing, County Commissioners, Mayors, City Council Members, and Finance Directors were invited to attend a KRCC-sponsored dinner planned for Thursday, October 21, 1999, beginning at 6:00 P.M., to be held at the Sandpiper Restaurant in Silverdale, (at a cost of $16.95 per person). The purpose of the dinner is to provide an opportunity for policy makers to talk together, and reach some conclusion about a regional approach to cost and revenue sharing. Study Session concluded at 8:30 P.M.