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Home My WebLink About12/15/99 TAPE #1670 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES December 15, 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, December 15, 1999, at 5:30 P.M., with Council President Mike Shepherd presiding. Council members present were Carlos Montgomery, Carol Arends, David Farr, John Law, Cecil McConnell, and Wayne Olsen. Council members Lon Overson and Jim Reed were absent. Also in attendance were City Attorney Glenna Malanca, Deputy City Clerk Paula Johnston, and Council Assistant Christine Grenier Ellingson. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council President Shepherd, followed by the invocation, given by Lieutenant Daniel Freeman of the Salvation Army. Council President Shepherd made the following announcements: (1) City Council held a Pre-Council Session in the Council Conference Room, prior to the meeting tonight, to discuss general Council business; followed by a 15 minute Study Session to discuss "Multiple Use of Public Facilities"; and (2) City Council will hold a Study Session immediately following tonight's meeting to discuss the "Downtown Community Recreation Center Project". CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of Meeting - November 23, 1999 #AB99-266 B. Minutes of Meeting - December 1, 1999 #AB99-267 C. Interlocal Agreement with Kitsap County "Stormwater Consortlure Grant Match" #AB99-268 D. Contract and Budget Adjustment for Evergreen Park Remediation Project #AB99-269 E. Contracts for Grants Writing #AB99-270 #0046 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Montgomery) Motion to approve 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. #0065 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/Arends) On December 15, 1999, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: 237018 through 237155 in the amount of $162,329.52. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Carlos Montgomery reported on overflows due to the storms, and noted that the Navy has additional work to perform to separate stormwater roof runoffs from the sewer system in Eastpark. Carol Arends mentioned that schools begin Christmas break next Wednesday and encouraged safety. John Law announced there would not be a District #3 meeting this month due to the holidays. He encouraged citizens to visit two new businesses have opened in the Manette Area, "Wind Song" at 11th & Scott, and "Brownstone & Company" at East 11th & Perry Avenue. TAPE #1670 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 15, 1999 Page 2 of 5 LEGISLATIVE REPORT - There was no report this evening. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Horton briefly discussed the legal challenge facing the City due to the I-695 lawsuit, and stated the City is seeking some clarification from the Courts on the issue. It was stated that the complaint filed by the City seeks to determine if there is constitutionality to Initiative-695, and announced a Resolution would be brought to the Council soon to address this issue. PUBLIC RECOGNITION John Becket asked what the outside counsel is being paid for involvement in the lawsuit filed to clarify I-695. Ms. Malanca responded that the City is obligated to less than $10,000 and that money was used from the Legal Department's current budget due to under-runs during the year. Ruth Natividad was pleased to hear of a City Department that saved money. with the savings announced earlier in the evening. Gordy Byrd discussed numerous businesses he visited during a recent walk through downtown. Katherine Hase, Development Director with the Admiral Theater Foundation, announced a Community Talent Show on Wednesday, December 22, 1999 at 7:00 P.M. at the Admiral Theater. Cost is $10 at the door or $7.00 with a donation for the Bremerton Foodline. Don Larson, President of Kitsap Diving Association, provided an update on ongoing activities aimed at promoting conservation at Sinclair Inlet, and provided copies of related newsletters. Linda Colgan was concerned that if the City's Animal Control Department were contracted to the Kitsap Humane Society, they would receive all the City's vehicles and equipment free. 9A - ORDINANCE NO. 4681 (SECOND READING) CREATING CHAPTER 2.18 OF THE BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE TITLED "AUDIT COMMITTEE AND INTERNAL AUDITOR", #AB99-258 The first reading of this ordinance was presented at the City Council meeting on December 8, 1999. There were no questions or comments from the public. #0830 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/Arends) Motion to pass Ordinance No. 4681 on second reading, formalizing the Audit Committee and Internal Auditor by Ordinance. 9B - ORDINANCE NO. 4682 (SECOND READING) UPDATING THE CITY'S PURCHASING POLICY. #AB99-259 The first reading of this ordinance was presented at the City Council meeting on December 8, 1999. There were no questions or comments from the public. #0860 M/S/C (Farr/Montgomery) Motion to pass Ordinance No. 4682 on second reading, updating the City's Purchasing Policy. Vote on Motion: In Favor: Farr, Arends, Montgomery, Olsen, Law, Shepherd Opposed: McConnell Motion carried. TAPE #1670 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 15, 1999 Page 3 of 5 9C - ORDINANCE NO. 4683 (SECOND READING) ESTABLISHING A PUBLIC ACCESS TELEVISION FUND, #AB99-260 The first reading of this ordinance was presented at the City Council meeting on December 8, 1999. There were no questions or comments from the public. #0890 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/Olsen) Motion to pass Ordinance No. 4683, creating a Public Access Television Fund on second reading. 9D - ORDINANCE NO. 4684 (SECOND READING) ESTABLISHING A PROGRAM FOR ELIMINATION OF STORMWATER INFLOW TO THE WASTEWATER SYSTEM: AND AMENDING CHAPTERS 15.01.15.04, 15.06, 11.02 OF THE BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE (BMC), #AB99- 261 This item was discussed at length during a City Council Study Session on December 1, 1999, followed by a first reading of the ordinance at the City Council meeting on December 8, 1999. John Thomas asked for financial assistance regarding extensive work that would need to be done at his residence; and Elizabeth Buell asked if citizens would receive assistance with the process. Gene Sampley responded that each property would be assessed to determine how reasonable the separation process would be and what assistance would be available. Paul Drnjevic asked if additional costs would be introduced if residences did not perform work as requested. Gene Sampley stated that in January 2002, there would be an assessment for conveying and treating stormwater hooked to the sanitary system based on 25% of the stormwater rate, which will go up an additional 25% each year until January 2005 when it will reach 100%. The fee will only be applied to properties that have stormwater being conveyed to the sewer system. Carol Arends in light of all the rain, asked how much water was passing through the Treatment Plant during the storm. Carlos Montgomery responded that approximately 37 to 39 million gallons per hour were passing through the Treatment Plant this afternoon, most of it caused by roof runoffs. David Farr stated that he has received a number of calls from citizens in his District regarding this issue, and he is assuring them, as Mr. Sampley assured him, that the City is taking a reasonable approach to this process. He suggested the City first try this process out on a voluntary basis. Gene Sampley clarified that legislation required the City to comply with reduction in overflows by the year 2005, and summarized the Combined Sewer Overflow Reduction Program in progress. John Law asked if other City's are facing this same problem, and were any federal funds available for assistance with this program. Gene Sampley stated that all Washington cities will have to comply with stormwater regulations, and a $150,000 grant would be received for technical assistance and on- site help. #1555 M/S/C (Montgomery/Law) Motion to pass Ordinance No. 4684 on Second Reading, related to establishing a program for elimination of stormwater inflow to the wastewater system. Vote on Motion: In Favor: Montgomery, OIsen, Law, Arends, Shepherd Opposed: McConnell, Farr Motion carried. TAPE #1670 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 15, 1999 Page 4 of 5 9E - ORDINANCE NO. 4685 (SECOND READING) SETTING FEES FOR STORMWATER INFLOW TO THE WASTEWATER SYSTEM. #AB99-262 The first reading of this ordinance was presented at the City Council meeting on December 8, 1999. There were no comments made by the public. #1710 M/S/C (Montgomery/Olsen) Motion to pass Ordinance No. 4685, setting fees for stormwater inflows to the wastewater system upon second reading. Vote on Motion: In Favor: Olsen, Law, Arends, Montgomery, Shepherd Opposed: McConnell, Farr Motion carried. 9F - ORDINANCE NO. 4686 (SECOND READING) AMENDING THE FY 2000 BUDGET. #AB99- 263 The first reading of this ordinance was presented at the City Council meeting on December 8, 1999. There were no comments made by the public. Rich Hanna pointed out that a reclassification was made to the Public Works Accounting Assistant Senior was changed from 4 to 5 positions; and Office Assistant Senior was changed from 4 to 3 positions (see handout in Council Agenda Packet). John Law maintained his opinion that the part-time position of the Civil Service Officer should not report to the Human Resources Director. #1800 M/S/C (Montgomery/Olsen) Main Motion to pass Ordinance No, 4686 amending the FY 2000 budget on second reading. Vote on Motion: In Favor: Law, Farr, Arends, Montgomery, Olsen, Shepherd Opposed: McConnell Motion carried. Wayne Olsen left the meeting at 6:30 P.M., and did not return. 9G - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) GRANTING PUGET SOUND ENERGY A ONE-YEAR FRANCHISE. #AB99-271 Gene Sampley, Director of Public Works and Utilities, reported that the Puget Sound Energy Franchise expires January 1, 2000 and that options have been reviewed with other cities and with a consultant. He recommended a one-year franchise under the same terms and conditions as the current franchise to allow for adequate preparation for negotiations. There were no questions or comments by the public. #1950 M/S/C/U (Farr/Montgomery) Motion to approve ordinance providing for a one-year franchise with Puget Sound Energy for the period January 12, 2000- January 11, 2001. 9H - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) REDUCING THE B & O TAX ON GARBAGE AND REFUSE BUSINESS. #AB99-272 TAPE #1670 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 15, 1999 Page 5 of 5 Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, stated that this ordinance would continue a process of gradually reducing the B & 0 Tax on garbage and refuse businesses within the City to a level consistent with other utility tax rates. The intent of the ordinance is to reduce the tax rate by one percent each year until the rate is reduced to six percent. John Thomas suggested that the reduction be taken in full now rather than on a gradual basis. David Farr asked how the ratepayer would be affected. Rich Hanna responded that the adjustment would be minimal (pennies per month). #2065 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/McConnell) Motion to approve ordinance on first reading. 91 - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) AMENDING THE FY 1999 BUDGET, #AB99-273 Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, mentioned that a number of changes to the 1999 Operating Budget have become necessary since the budget was originally adopted. This amending ordinance is necessary to keep the City's adopted budget consistent with these changes in financial plans. There were no questions or comments by the public. #2200 M/S/C/U (Arends/Montgomery) Motion to approve ordinance on first reading. Wayne Olsen was not present for the vote. John Law left the meeting at 6:40 P.M. and returned at 6:42 P.M. 10A - RESOLUTION NO. 2731, LETTER OF LEGISLATIVE INTENT REGARDING THE FY 2000 BUDGET, #AB99-274 Council President Shepherd, noted that the attached Resolution was prepared at the request of City Council, which expresses the direction and intent of the Council pursuant to concerns related to the adoption of the FY 2000 budget. There were no questions or comments by the public. #2475 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/Farr) Motion to pass Resolution No. 2731. With no further business meeting adjourned at 6:42 P.M. City of Bremerton PJ/MS/ls/cg C: Normal Distribution File