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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/23/92TAPE #1080 UNAPPROVED DRAFT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 23, 1992 #0021 #0041 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, December 23, 1992, at 5:30 p.m., with Council President Lynn Horton presiding. Council members present were Lon Overson, Richard Neville, Eileen Fitz, C. R. "Tiny" Collins, Hank Waibel, Morrie Dawkins, A1 Colvin and Russ Johnson. Also present were City Attorney, Ian Sievers and City Clerk, Kathleen McCluskey. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council President Horton and Invocation given by Reverend Lowell Vigoran of Full Gospel Assembly Church President Horton announced Item 6C was pulled off the Agenda for two weeks. And, Council will adjourn to a Study Session immediately following the Council meeting to discuss the topic of "fire tower". CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of Meeting - December 2, 1992 #AB92-315 B. Minutes of Meeting - December 9, 1992 #AB92-316 M/S/C/U(Waibel/Dawkins) presented. to approve Consent Agenda as CLAIMS/WARRANT 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(Colvin/Neville) on December 23, 1992, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: 162047 through 162346 in the amount of $410,721.16; and Regular Payroll for the period ending December 15, 1992, in the amount of $488,039.85 COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Johnson noted the Christmas Season is upon us. cautioned everyone to please drive carefully. TAPE #1080 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1992 Page 2 of 9 Mr. Colvin stated as the year end approaches we reflect on the past and he expressed his appreciation to the Mayor, City Council, all City employees and the citizen volunteers who serve on Boards, Commissions and Committees. He closed with "may the spirit of Christmas that forever endures leave its richest blessings in the hearts of you and yours". Mr. Dawkins extended a "Merry Christmas" to everyone, especially City staff, who keep us motivated and moving in the right direction. He also encouraged everyone to drive carefully during the remaining holiday. Mr. Collins extended a "Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays" to everyone. He hopes everyone's Christmas or Hanukkah season is as enjoyable as he intends his to be. Mr. Neville wished everyone a very "Merry Christmas and safe holidays". Mrs. Fits echoed everyone's greeting and reminded everyone to prepare for the forecasted cold weather - best be prepared. Mr. Waibel added a "Merry Holiday season" to everyone. Mrs. Hotton reported the firm chosen to conduct the marketing study for a hotel/convention center on the waterfront has been actively involved with the Riverfront project and Tuallitan Commons project in Portland. One of the selling points for their proposal was their emphasis on implementation and their game plan is to utilize existing documentation and market studies along with their new data in developing the study. She also added her "Christmas Greeting" to everyone and a special "thank you" to everyone who works in the Shipyard. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Mayor Louis Mentor stated he was also pleased with the selection of consultants for the hotel/convention center marking study. He referenced a recent news article in The Sun about the boardwalk project. He noted he has received many comments on that article, most of which were very positive. He emphasized the fact that of the reported $11,426,000 spent on waterfront projects there was another $8,000,000 put into upgrading the Washington State Ferry Terminal facilities that was not mentioned. He requested the City Treasurer to see how much of the City's General Fund money was used for any waterfront projects and that report came back that "no General Fund money" was involved in those projects. Mayor Mentor attended the following events: TAPE #1080 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1992 Page 3 of 9 (1) December 18 - he was an observer on a DWI Emphasis Patrol that was carried out state-wide under the title of "Night Of A Thousand Stars". Approximately 35 police officers from all jurisdictions in Kitsap County participated in this patrol. (2) December 19 - Marine Corps "Toys For Tots" distribution program, which was held at the Kitsap Pavilion. (3) December 22 - a new group called Youth Care Westsound sponsored a Christmas party for kids who are homeless or semi- homeless. He was very impressed with the behavior of approximately 50 kids attending this event. He related an incident that happened in Seattle to a co- worker of his Son, who works in Los Angeles. When the co- worker was visiting Seattle he was telling a cab driver what a nice place Seattle is and the cab driver responded that if he ever considered moving up to this area, he should seriously consider moving to Bremerton. On a sad note, Mayor Mentor reported the recent passing of Jim Todd on November 9th. Lastly, he wished everyone a "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year". Gordy Byrd, P.O. Box 930, reported on a recent dinner put on by 40 Bremerton High School students for people less fortunate, anticipating a crowd of 120 people. Mr. Byrd was sorry to report that only 10 people attended this event and he wanted to convey a special "thank you" and to let them know they are appreciated. As of this date he has collected $16,619.43 towards his home for the homeless. 6A - RESOLUTION NO. 2423 REOUESTING THE LEGISLATURE TO ALLOCATE ADDITIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE FUNDS, #AB92-317 AWC has asked all cities to pass the enclosed resolution and forward to the legislature for their consideration this session. The need for adequate and continuous criminal justice funding is a high priority of cities and counties. Public comment - none. Mrs. Fitz reported Council met with State Legislators last week where concerns of the City were shared and this was one of the areas of grave concern. Mr. Johnson questioned the term "non-supplanting language"? Ian Sievers, City Attorney, explained it would be that those #0549 #0659 TAPE #1080 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1992 Page 4 of 9 funds could not be used to supplant monies from the General Fund that were already supplied for that policy or program. M/S/C/U(Fitz/Collins) to pass Resolution No. 2423, requesting additional Criminal Justice funding. 6B - ORDINKNCE NO. 4399 (SECOND READING) ia.~ENDING THE 1992 BUDGET, #AB92-312 Actions taken by the City since the last amendment of the 1992 budget require certain corrections in order that the budget continues to accurately reflect the financial operating plan of the City. Mr. Waibel pointed out that $55,000 was shown twice on the Budget Adjustment Request Log under Item #20 and suggested one should be in parenthesis and that amount should be reduced from the dollar impact portion. Kathleen Johnson, Assistant City Treasurer, stated Mr. Waibel was correct and only one $55,000 should be listed. The impact is an increase on both the revenue and expenditure side. Mr. Waibel stated for clarification then the total dollar impact is $2,072,660. President Hotton pointed out there are two items, #25 and #29, that have not been before Council for formal approval. Ms. Johnson explained #25 relates to the Police Labor contract, which is a redistribution of funds from General Miscellaneous into the Police Budget. Budget Adjustment #29 is for a Work Study grant that the Attorney's office received and is accompanied by an increase on the revenue side of the budget. Mr. Johnson explained Fiscal and Budget Committee had reviewed those two items as had Council in a Study Session. Public comment - none. M/S/C/U(Johnson) to pass Ordinance No. 4399 on second reading amending the City's 1992 budget, including the suggested correction made by Councilman Waibel. 6D - RESOLUTION NO. 2424, GOLD MOUNTAIN GOLF COURSE FEES AND CHARGES, #AB92-319 During the past several months, a subcommittee of Golf Course Board of Directors developed the proposed fee schedule presented tonight for council action. The adjustments have been made with the local golfer in mind. This proposal received the approval of the Golf Course Board of Directors and the Parks and Recreation Commission at their November meetings. Vicki Vanneman, Director of Parks and Recreation, stated the TAPE #1080 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1992 Page 5 of 9 fee review process and development of the proposal occurred over the past several months. The sub-committee addressed three issues during these efforts: (1) a need for regular increases at the Golf Course; (2) looking at the discounting method currently in place; (3) local verses out-of-town issue. Current fees went into effect January 1, 1991, and the course has been operating under those fees for the past two seasons. When the City began looking at the possibility of course expansion to either 9 or 18 holes, it was clearly understood that fee increases would need to follow. All of the existing discounting methods, annual and semi-annual passes, punch cards, etc., have been retained in the proposal and experienced only modest increases of approximately $1.00 per round. There is one exception, that being the "Couples" annual passes. The sub-committee felt that a fee of 50% of what the first golfer was paying was a reasonable price for the second golfer of the couple. This change would answer some criticism from single pass holders. There was some interest in establishing a tiered fee system, particularly for the 9 and 18 hole rates that would in some way favor the "local" golfer. Rather than get bogged down with that, they addressed the issue without resorting to some cumbersome check-in system or dealing with "what is local". What is proposed is based on what they feel are very sound assumptions: "the majority of weekend players that are paying 9 or 18 hole rate, rather than using a punch card or pass, are from out of the area; and local players who do play on the weekend typically use a punch card or are annual pass holders. Therefore, they figures if the emphasis of fee increase is put on weekend 9-18 hole rate the out-of-town golfers would be targeted and in that way satisfying some of the concerns of local golfers that there should be a break for them". The sub-committee supported this arrangement and the Board Of Directors and Parks Commission also felt the issue was being addressed adequately. Over the past year, numerous comments have been received regarding Gold Mountain, with the majority being very positive. In order to continue providing a quality facility and to address expansion hopes, annual fee increases are necessary. Mr. Oolvin stated considering the fact there are no golfers in the audience he felt their silence gave consent. Ms. Vanneman stated she posted the proposal, along with an explanation memo, approximately 11/2 weeks ago at the course and provided copies to both the Men and Women Clubs representatives. Neither she nor the golf course staff received any calls on TAPE #1080 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1992 Page 6 of 9 this issue since the information was posted. Mr. Colvin noted golf cart rates were going up from $7.00 to $10.00. He questioned what percent of that increase would the City receive? Ms. Vanneman explained the City receives all of the "cart" fee, which then goes into a fund to resurface or refurbish the cart paths. She emphasized this fee was not the fee charged for rental of golf carts from the operator. Mr. Colvin questioned if he was correct that what the operator makes off his concessions does not come back to the City? Ms. Vanneman pointed out the City does receive a percentage from the Coffee Shop concession. Mr. Collins questioned how many people have private carts and how many are allowed on the course? Ms. Vanneman explained anyone who wants to bring their private cart is allowed to use it upon paying the "Cart" fee. The number of such vehicles are possibly "a handful" per week. Generally, people find it more convenient to use the ones that are available on site. Mr. Collins stated it was his understanding that only a very few individuals are allowed to bring a private cart onto the course. Ms. Vanneman stated that was not her understanding. Mr. Dawklns noted there were a number of people "grandfathered" to use their own cart. Mr. Collins noted he has been told the golf pro and other staff have refused people using their own carts on the course. President Hotton stated the City is in the midst of negotiations with the Golf Pro and asked that discussions on this issue be held off at this time. Mr. Collins stated the reason he raised the issue was because it appears as part of our financial arrangement for setting rates. And, it is his understanding that less than 10 people take their carts on the course due to their being grandfathered. Ms. Vanneman stated her information is based on seeing documentation that cart fees have been paid. She will check into this issue. President Horton stressed her point is when the Operator's contract comes to Council that is the appropriate time to discuss what carts are allowed on the course, etc. Mr. Colvin emphasized what he is hearing is that just because someone has a private cart they are not automatically allowed on the course. President Hotton stated it is her understanding that unless someone has a grandfathered cart at this point under the existing contract they are not allowed to bring a private cart onto the course. That may need to be a part of negotiations with Mr. Alexander in the future. Mr. Johnson recalled that during past discussions there were some types of carts that rip up the facilities, so it was a conscious decision to discourage people to bring private carts. He noted he supports the fee proposal and felt the Parks Commission and Board Of Directors did an excellent job. Mr. Waibel noted the cart fee increased by 50% and the rest of TAPE #1080 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1992 Page 7 of 9 the fees increased by approximately 11%. He questioned if, through the higher fee, the City was discouraging people from bringing private carts? Ms. Vanneman stated the cart fee was not addressed at the time the last fee increase was approved in 1988. President Hotton suggested leaving the cart feeat $7.00 at this time and bring it back up following negotiations with Mr. Alexander. Public comment - none. President Hotton stated golf fees will increase, if approved, and this Council came out strongly in the Budget sessions that "we want a project manager for the golf course facility, maintenance facility, sports complex, proposed expansion of the golf course and other Parks projects". She hoped Ms. Vanneman would not come forward with any other steps in any of these other projects until she hired such an individual. Ms. Vanneman responded that such discussions with the Administration will be occurring shortly. She noted the RFQ for expansion of the golf course will be advertised before the end of the year. #1194 M/S/C/U(Neville/Colvin) to pass Resolution No. 2424 which sets forth a new fee schedule for Gold Mountain Golf Course. 7A - PUBLIC HEARING: CONTINUED HEARING TO ACCEPT PUBLIC COMMENT i~D THE PLK~'NIN~ COIOIIS8ION,S I~ECOIOIENDATION FOR ADOPTION OF THE Ci~PUS/EVER~REEN NEIGHBORHOOD PLaN BY RESOLUTION NO. 2421o #AB92-313 The Campus/Evergreen Neighborhood Plan covers an area of 270 acres, bounded on the south by llth Street, on the west by Naval Avenue, and on the north and east by shorelines. Within the neighborhood are Olympic College, Bremerton High School, Evergreen Park, the old Smith School neighborhood center and play field, and Smith Cove. It also includes more than 1,200 dwellings. Preparation of this neighborhood plan was funded, in part, by a Community Development Block Grant and included a number of neighborhood meetings and maximum citizen involvement opportunities. The Planning Commission, following its public hearing on November 17, has recommended City Council adoption of this Plan as part of the City's Comprehensive Plan. This issue was presented on December 16 and some testimony was taken and continued for one week. Ron Hough, Planning Manager, stated he distributed a revised Resolution to Council prior to the meeting that included TAPE #1080 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1992 Page 8 of 9 several changes: (1) change in the title that connects it to the Comprehensive Plan; (2) change adding in today's date; and (3) adding the wording: "Hereby adopted as an element of the Bremerton Comprehensive Plan". Even if this plan is adopted, the whole Comprehensive Plan will be reviewed, including the neighborhood plans, and provides opportunities for amendment. President Hotton stated she did receive several calls from people in the area who were concerned that once the plan was passed the City would immediately rush out and do the things that are in the plan. She stressed that was not the case and the plan will be used as a guideline for the City and at any point in time it can be amended or modified. Evette Bashav, 1101 High Avenue, requested Council postpone making a decision because she and others in her neighborhood were not notified of any meetings and had not given any input on this proposal. Mr. Hough stated there is always a public notification problem when doing a plan this large. Currently, people are discovering the City changed their zoning when the new Zoning Ordinance was adopted in 1988. The subject area has approximately 1200 residents and a series of a dozen or so meetings were held, with one half of those meetings being in the neighborhoods. Notices were posted throughout neighborhood at intersections. Adequate funding was not available to send out individual notices. Several news articles did appear in The Sun as well as Public Notices published in the "Public Notice" secton of the newspaper. He stressed a lot of people did know about the meetings and participated in the process. He had talked with Ms. Bashay and understood one of her concerns had to do with the proposal to widen llth Street and possibly closing off some intersections feeding into that street. Ms. Bashay stated she does not walk in the neighborhood so did not see the posted signs. Mr. Johnson explained Comprehensive Plans are very general, and when talking about widening 11th Street it needs to be put in the context if in fact growth in Kitsap County occurs in the next 20 years, at that point widening of streets may be necessary. There are no rezones or property condemnations involved with this proposal. He suggested Ms. Bashay obtain a copy of the plan so that she would have an understanding of what is proposed for that area in future years. Mr. Neville stressed the intent was to notify as many people as possible, including announcing it at Council meetings. The people who did participate in the process were very generous #1701 TAPE #1080 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1992 Page 9 of 9 with their ideas and gave a lot of thought into the future planning of the City and what they did or did not want to see. He thanked everyone who was involved in the process and believed the Plan was a very good piece of work. President Hotton noted the process started about six months ago. M/S/C/U(Neville/Fitz) to adopt this Neighborhood Plan and to pass Resolution No. 2421. With no further business meeting adjourned at 6:32 P.M. KA~TH~E~NL~Y, City Clerk Y~~NNHORTON, Council President City of Bremerton KLM/LH/eh cc: Normal Distribution File/Vault