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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MAY 15 1991
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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, May 15, 1991 at 5:30 p.m. with
Council President Lynn Horton presiding. Council members present
were Lon Overson, Wayne Estes, Spencer Horning, Hank Waibel, Morrie
Dawkins, C. R. "Tiny" Collins, 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 the Invocation was given by Councilman A1
Colvin.
President Morton announced Council would hold an Executive Session
(15-minutes) immediately following the Council meeting to discuss
"potential litigation". Also, because of Armed Forces activities
planned for Thursday, May 16, Agenda Items 6A, 6B, 7B and 7C will
be held over for the continued meeting. An additional item has
been added to Council's Agenda - Item 6G - Amending the Amendment
To Conditions of the Roosevelt Field settlement authorization.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Bid Award Recommendation Tractor And Attachments, AB#91-125
Awarded as follows: Tractor: Barnett Implement $9,995.00
Tiller: Peninsula Feed $1,323.89
Loader: Peninsula Feed $2,093.83.
M/S/C/U (Waibel/Collins) to approve Consent Agenda as presented.
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 which
has been made available to the Council.
M/S/C/U(Colvin/Dawkins) on May 15, 1991, the Council does approve
for payment those vouchers included and further described as
follows: 129198 through 129463 in the total amount of $320,326.19.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Waibel reminded everyone that this weekend is Armed Forces
weekend, with activities going on Saturday and Sunday.
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Mr. Johnson welcomed back the USS Sacramento. He acknowledged the
importance of the support given by the Sacramento during Desert
Shield. He also welcomed back Councilman Overson.
Mr. Colvin also welcomed Mr. Overson. He noted he would be out-of-
town during the Armed Forces festivities, but was aware much was
planned for this celebration. He commended the Utility Department
for their recent effort in registering people who are receiving
City Utility services. At first he did not understand why he would
receive such a notice since he had lived at the same residence for
20 years and had always received his Water Bill on time. When he
questioned this process, he learned that it was an attempt to
identify land ownership as they are the ultimate responsible person
for any outstanding water service bills. He attended, with Paul
Zellinsky, a meeting at the Pinewood Manor Senior Center, at the
request of Mayor Mentor and he believed the problem they were
experiencing would be solved.
Mr. Dawkins noted Mr. Estes mentioned the ceremonies on Friday at
Ivy Green Cemetery in memory of Warspite. He related when the HMS
Warspite came to Bremerton his family hosted a member of the
Warspite crew. That crewman became quite a news item as he flew a
plane under the Manette Bridge and got himself in a lot of trouble
with several authorities. During the Warspite's stay in Bremerton,
his family hosted many of the crew members.
Mr. Collins stated the Armed Forces weekend'will be busy. He and
Mayor Mentor attended the Navy's proposed programmatic graft of
their Environmental Impact Statement, relating to the annexation of
properties at the west end of the Shipyard. He read the article in
"The Sun" and felt it reflected just about everything that was
appropriate from that meeting. He reminded everyone on Sunday the
Farmers' Market will be operating.
Mrs. Morton stated she found the Farmers' Market to be very
interesting and because of some excellent items available, she
left some of her hard earned Council dollars there. On Sunday she
visited Amy Burnett's new gallery. Many people were there as well
and from what she head there were several hundred people in
attendance at the gallery opening on Saturday night. She thanked
the Kitsap County Commissioners for their generous donation to the
Admiral Theater Foundation. She felt that coupled with Amy
Burnett's gallery, the boardwalk, Farmers' Market it all makes the
downtown come together and revitalization is coming along nicely.
On a more sad note, this morning she drove by one of the City's
parks facilities and noticed a display of graffiti. Although the
graffiti was not gang related, it appeared it was done by some
children who were imitating gang type activities. In speaking with
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Mayor Mentor and the Parks Department, she felt we needed to make
every effort to try to prevent gang activities from getting a
foothold in our community. One of the things that would be very
helpful would be reporting from the community to the Parks
Department or Police Department of any suspicious activities.
She also would like to see a Town Meeting type forum held and
information provided by other communities who had already gone
through the gang activity process and who may know some of the
things that worked in their communities that Bremerton could become
proactive with that issue.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Mayor Mentor reported this past weekend he attended the Filipino
Community's coronation of their "Miss Maria Clara" and on Sunday
there was a dedication at NAD Park where the Soroptomist Club
donated several thousand dollars for installation of playground
equipment for handicap children.
Mayor Mentor read a Proclamation proclaiming May 17, 1991, as HMS
WARSPITE DAY in the City of Bremerton. Start Lawrence, representing
the Warspite group from England, accepted the Proclamation and
presented Mayor Mentor a plaque from the Mayor of Wirral, England.
He thanked everyone for the warm welcome their group has received.
He explained the man Mr. Dawkins referenced as having flown the
plane under the Manette Bridge was Petty Officer Ross, who later
became a Lt. CDR. Mr. Ross could not make the trip to Bremerton as
he accompanied other members of the Warspite group to an
anniversary celebration of the Battle of Crete.
Mayor Mentor read a Proclamation proclaiming May 12-18, 1991, as
ARMED FORCES WEEK.
Mayor Mentor read a Proclamation proclaiming May 19 - 25, 1991, as
NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK. Dave Baker, City Engineer, accepted
the Proclamation on behalf of the City Engineering Department and
Public Works and expressed his appreciation for the recognition.
· Mayor Mentor read a Proclamation proclaiming the month of MAY,
1991, as OLDER AMERICANS MONTH. Becky Lotbet accepted the
proclamation and invited everyone to attend the 19th Annual Open
House at the Senior Center on May 18, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Mayor Mentor read a Proclamation proclaiming May 17, and 18, 1991,
as POPPIES DAYS. This proclamation recognized the following
veterans groups: American Legion Aux. Unit 68, American Legion
Aux. Unit 149, VFW Post 3694, VFW Post 239, VFW Post 10924.
Richard Chrisinger accepted the Proclamations on behalf of all the
veterans organizations and encouraged everyone to donate to this
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worthwhile cause.
Mayor Mentor introduced the following students, who were selected
to participate in the 1991 Bremerton/Kure, Japan Sister City
Program: Jennifer Carter, Sophomore/Bremerton High School; Joshua
Gray, Sophomore/Central Kitsap High School; Deana Dual,
Junior/Central Kitsap High School; Richard Marr, Junior/Olympic
High School.
Mayor Mentor announced the City will be hosting four Japanese
students for one month this summer and host families are needed .
Anyone interested in being a host family may call Elaine Valencia,
478-5266.
Mayor Mentor sadly announced Ex-Mayor Whitey Domstad passed away on
Tuesday, May 14. Whitey served as Mayor of Bremerton from 1955 -
1964.
Vick Ulsch, Armed Forces Parade Chairman, invited everyone to the
43rd Annual Armed Forces Parade on Saturday, May 18, 10:00 AM.
Kitsap Transit will provide shuttle service between Roosevelt Field
and the down town area, starting at 8:25 AM. Also, an area has
been reserved for handicap individuals and they may call 373-3516
to reserve seating.
Bruce Fields, 207 South Lafayette, Director Of Armed Forces
Festival Association, stated the Car Show had expanded with the
addition of the Bremerton Central Lions Club as co-sponsors of the
event. The Car Show will be held Sunday, May 19, 9:00 AM - 4:00
PM. He invited Council members to act as Judges for the Car Show
(Judging time: 2:00 - 3:30 P.M.). He thanked City staff and all
the departments for their cooperation in making this annual event
a success.
Jack Lafcoski, Kitsap Lake, expressed concern about polluting of
Kitsap Lake and the surrounding inlets by homes with septic tank
sewer systems. He encouraged the City to undertake a 3-5-10 year
program providing sewer services to those homes on the west side of
Kitsap Lake that are causing the polluting problems. In regard to
the Roosevelt Field issue, Mr. Lafcoski handed out copies of his
idea as to how to resolve this issue.
Don Larson, 135 Rainier Avenue, President Of Kitsap Diving
Association, reported several individuals from Kitsap County were
honored at the presentation of Environmental Excellence Awards by
the State. He announced there will be a Low Tide 91 Event in
Kitsap County on May 18. The fall Coastweeks is scheduled for
September and is a State-wide event.
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Jim Adrian, 621 Washington Avenue, expressed concern about the
difficult of getting financing for non-owner occupied
homes/buildings. A week ago Mr. Earl Smith of the Economic
Development Council of Kitsap County, spoke in the context of
larger developments having difficulty obtaining financing. Mr.
Adrian noted this was an absolutely critical problem for small
investors like himself. What is happening is that FHA has now
established rules that if he, as an investor, has more than three
mortgages they will not loan him money for non-owner occupied. He
noted Fanny Mae and Freddy Mac had adopted those same policies.
Recently, he experienced a similar problem with the Metal Trades
Credit Union. Lending institutions are tightening lending due to
problems experienced in the southern part of the United States and
because Bremerton is perceived as a "one industry town". Mr.
Adrian reported Congressman Norm Dicks would be holding another
Housing Conference where hopefully some of the decision makers
responsible for making restrictive policies will be there to answer
questions. Lastly, he felt it was inappropriate and unfair to the
public to add on an Agenda Item that related to the Roosevelt Field
property trade, which gave no public notice that it was to be
heard.
6C - TO CONSIDER 10% NOTICE OF INTENT FORANNEXATION OF BLOCK #1 OF
THE BREMERTON HEIGHTS PLAT, #AB91-128
The proposed annexation area submitted for your consideration is
one block of the Bremerton Heights between Oyster Bay Avenue and
Bremerton Boulevard. The area consists of 20 parcels and
approximately 12 homes. The owners of 51% of the property in that
area have given their consent to begin the process of annexation.
The annexation process requires the council to meet and decide
whether or not to (1) accept annexation of this area upon approval
of a Petition (75%), and (2) whether the said Petition shall
require annexed property to assume a proportional share of current
City indebtedness; and (3) whether pre-annexation planning and
zoning will be required or provisional zoning assigned under zoning
ordinance Chapter II Sec. 3.
Terrie Hartson, Municipal Services Coordinator, provided view
graphs showing the proposed annexation area of Bremerton Heights.
Bremerton Heights is an annexation east of Oyster Bay and west of
Bremerton Blvd., Block #1 of Bremerton Heights Plat, containing
8.12 acres and 22 parcels with 14 separate property owners. This
petition is the 10% petition requesting Council's approval to go
forward on this annexation. She noted this petition actually
represents 51% majority of that area and 88% pledged. Of the
annexation area, the City owns 2.24 acres of undeveloped land.
Ms. Hartson noted there had been a very positive response to the
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annexation by the residents. The annexation area will benefit
substantially from City Police and Fire services, which are
available 24-hours a day, they will enjoy reduced water bills and
if they choose to hook up to City Sewer, they will not pay non-
resident charges. The annexation would including 0 Street and
Bremerton Blvd., and will be included in Street Department
services. Also, the new residents will enjoy the local convenience
of a local Court System and easy access to government officials.
The residents within the annexation area will be taxed 15 cents
more than what they are currently paying and will receive expanded
benefits of City services.
Ron Houqh, Planning Manager, stated there are a couple options on
zoning: (1) Provision Zoning, known as Default Zoning, where an
area can be annexed and administratively apply zoning that is most
similar to the current County zoning on that property. If this is
done, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing within 60
days of the annexation and reviews the Provisional Zoning and make
a recommendation to the City Council; (2) to go through the
Planning Commission first, holding a public hearing on zoning and
bring that along as a part of the annexation package. He noted it
was faster and easier to go the route of Provisional Zoning.
Public comment - none
Mr. Johnson questioned if Council chose Default Zoning and matched
up to County zoning, does that open us Up for potential down zone
for any of the property? Ian Sievers, City Attorney, stated what
it does is to trigger an automatic zone review. It does not have
to be applied for by the property owner and the City will do it
under the provisions of the Default Zoning in the Zoning Code.
Once that zoning is in place, it does not bind the City Council's
hand from further zoning reviews upon application. Mr. Johnson
noted as it stated in the Council packet: "it would automatically
become the designation most similar to the former County zoning",
and he was not sure what that meant. Mr. Sievers explained the
City would pick a City zoning designation most similar to the
County's designation and that zoning would continue until the 60-
day zoning review was completed. It would be an interim zoning
that would be a close as we could approximate the County zoning.
Mr. Johnson noted if after that review the recommended zone from
the Planning Commission or Council was a lower level of density or
development than want it is currently with the County would the
City be opening itself up for down zoning lawsuit. Mr. Sievers
stated no, the property owners who signed the 75% petition with
this provision that it would get provisional zoning, did so with
the understanding that it will be open to review and that review
may be a down zone, an up zone or may stay the same.
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Mr. Waibel questioned if there would be another petition signed
later? Mr. Sievers pointed out the petition for support is 10% at
this stage and another hearing will be held at the time the 75%
petition is presented. Mr. Waibel expressed concern that the
recommended motion was not accurate and Council could not recommend
going ahead with the annexation. Mr. Sievers stated Council must
grant a preliminary approval of this stage of annexation, based on
10% and he felt the recommendation was appropriate. If the 75%
petition comes about and if Council approves that petition at a
subsequent hearing, then the annexation will be final. Mr. Waibel
stated as the motion states as soon as 75% of the residents sign
the petition, the properties are annexed. Mr. Sieves suggested
making the following addition to the motion: "upon approval by the
City Council of the 75% petition". President Morton stated it was
her understanding that Council accepted the 10% intent for
annexation and directed staff to go out and seek the further 65%
for the annexation to carry forward. Mr. Morning suggested the
following wording of the motion: "City Council makes a motion to
accept annexation upon approval of the City Council's acceptance of
a 75% petition .... ".
M/S/C/U(Horning/Johnson) to accept annexation upon approval of the
City Council's acceptance of a 75% petition, which requires a
proportional share of City indebtedness and provisional zoning
under the Zoning Ordinance.
6D - AUTHORIZING AN INTERFUND LOAN FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE
STREET FUND, #AB91-129
The City's Street Fund is currently operating in a deficit cash
position. The proposed resolution provides a temporary cash
advance to allow the underlying problem to be remedied.
Public comment - none.
Mr. Waibel stated basically, this is one of our Departments saying
they have themselves in a position where they need a loan so they
do not go into a negative cash flow. At the beginning of each year
a similar situation occurs whereby Council approves borrowing funds
in order to not have a negative cash flow during any month of the
year. Mr. Overson stated that may be what we are doing but that is
not a good policy. In fact, it has been a goal of Council to keep
this from happening. If this proposal is passed, he requested that
the City Treasurer provide to Fiscal and Budget Committee a written
statement on how we got to this point and how do we "get well" in
1992.
Mr. Johnson noted Council had adopted a policy on interfund loans
which specifically stated how interest rates were calculated. He
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requested that the Resolution be modified to match Council's policy
on interest charged on interfund loans.
President Morton stated in the event, between now and the time of
loan repayment, there is any excessive overtime it should be
processed through Fiscal and Budget Committee or brought back to
Council for their approval. Mr. Brees stated overtime just by
nature does not lend itself to that kind of schedule. President
Morton noted she was well aware of that, however, when this problem
was dealt with in the Fire Department tighter controls were
mandated. In September/October, she would like Mr. Brees and the
Mayor to give Council an update on how the department is
functioning and the progress of loan repayment. Mr. Brees
explained overtime is not scheduled...most of their's is generated
in response to CenCom calls. The overtime that is scheduled are
those events such as the Armed Forces Parade. He emphasized that
the budget itself was going in the right direction and the revenues
are exceeding expenditures at this time. President Morton noted
this problem should have been brought to Council six months
earlier, because that was when the problem occurred.
Mr. Collins stated it was his understanding that Mr. Brees makes
his billing to other departments within the City or County and it
takes 60-90 days before he is paid for services rendered. That in
turn is causing Mr. Brees to have a cash flow shortfall. President
Morton stated his shortfall was coming from the fact that in 1990
he spent more money than maybe he should have, which nearly
depleted his ending year balance. Mr. Collins stated as he
recalled the procurement of the Vactor was not Mr. Brees'
desire...it was to be used for work that needed to be done for the
Utility. Mr. Brees stated to some extent that was true, what is
driving it is the Clean Water Act mandated by the State. The
Utility was going to work toward establishment of a Storm Sewer
Utility and have~that utility pick up the cost of the Vactor.
Mr. Morning stated his problem with this is not aimed at Mr. Brees.
The problem is the funding mechanism which generated the cash flow
problem, which should have been addressed last year and worst case
in the 1991 budget. He stated his support of approving this
request, however, a proper solution must be found so that this type
of situation is not revisited.
Mr. Johnson suggested that the motion include that the City
Treasurer provide a plan of action to cure this problem not later
than the end of fiscal year 1992 and to do that within the next
month and that the Treasurer present at the September Study Session
the status of the "get well" program he developed. Mr. Homing
stated he did not believe Mr. Johnson's suggestions needed to be
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part of the motion, but rather direction to staff from Council.
Mr. Johnson stated he felt it was important to get it on the
record. Mr. Horninq stated he supported Mr. Johnson's request.
M/S/C/U(Horning/Colvin) to approve Resolution #2345, authorizing
an interfund loan for the Street Fund for temporary cash needs, hat
the interest rate corresponds to Council's previous policy on
repayment of interfund loans; that the City Treasurer provide a
plan of action to cure this problem not later than the end of
fiscal year 1992, to do that within the next month and present the
status of his "get well" program at Council's September Study
Session.
6E - EARNEST MONEY AGREEMENT - FOURTH STREET BUILDING, #AB91-130
At the April Council Study Session a proposal to purchase the
Fourth Street Building was presented. The financing included
trading the Permit Center as part of the package. Council
indicated their desire to keep the Permit Center. Mayor Mentor
renegotiated with the owner of the Fourth Street Building for a
cash sale and was able to reduce the purchase price by $25,000 to
$475,000. The attached Earnest Money Receipt & Sale Agreement
requires Council approval to move forward with the purchase.
Mayor Mentor explained the need for additional space to house City
personnel and the only way to expand City Hall would be to utilize
the 4th Street Building, which is next to City Hall. There will be
an even bigger need in the future and within 5-10 years that need
will become more critical We are also fortunate at this time that
the interest rates are down, there would be rent income from the
present tenants and there would be a cost savings for utilities and
maintenance on other buildings that the City currently use.
Parking in the back of the building is also included in the
proposal. He urged Council to approve the proposal as presented.
Public comment - none
Mr. Johnson noted the present need for the 4th Street Building is
not all that great, however, in looking to the future the City will
need to expand and this would provide an opportunity to purchase
facilities at a reasonable price. If in the future, it was
determined that a new City Hall was to be built, then the combined
properties (City Hall and 4th Street buildings) would provide a
sizeable piece of prime downtown property that could be sold. He
stated he was supportive of this proposal to support future needs
of City government.
Mr. Estes questioned why is Bremerton going to need a bigger
government? Mayor Mentor stated he was not looking to expand and
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just hire more people. The current population of Bremerton is
approximately 38,000 and the City is growing. Right now the City
is getting along with their facilities, however, future needs could
not be fit within those facilities.
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Mr. Colvin questioned if the City would rent out unused space?
Mayor Mentor explained currently about 1/2 of the building is
rented and effort will be made to find more tenants. With the
continued growth within the downtown area he felt the City would
have the opportunity to rent out more of the building and to
utilize it only as needs arise. He projects that the building will
bring in cash from rent revenues - most of the building is rented
between $8-10 per foot, but the very best part of the building is
rented between $2-4 per foot. He felt the City would benefit
greatly by the demand for downtown locations.
Mr. Overson stated he was not convinced that the City should become
a landlord. We either need more space for City services or the
unused space will be rented out. He was not convinced the City
needed the extra space and the costs for renovation were unknown
because future tenants are unknown.
President Morton stated she would not support this proposal and had
handed out to Council a list of capital projects, which did not
include this proposal. She is concerned that the City is becoming
landlords and getting into competition with private enterprise; and
it is not on the Capital Improvement Plan and the Mayor has not
presented any sort of plan as to what will go into the building
except a nebulas "we are growing and need more space". She would
like to see a facilities project itemized as to long range and she
did not think $300,000 would cover the cost of renovation. For the
cost of $800,000, she would rather have those funds spent on other
City projects. She recognized rent revenues could be used to pay
off annual $70,000 bond payment, however, as the City utilizes that
building then those revenues would diminish.
Mr. Morning stated he was not sure where he stood on this issue.
He did feel uncomfortable with some of the renovation dollar
figures. He understands the long-range vision outlined by the
Mayor, but also felt there are other needs that need to be
addressed.
Mr. Overson noted Mr. Waibel commented that the contribution from
the annual budget was $9,500 - that would be if the City was
running a rental facility. It was his understanding that the
intent was to have City office spaces and if that happened then
that rental revenue would go away. He questioned the Mayor if that
was what the City would be doing...running a rental facility?
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Mayor Mentor stated yes. President Morton stated she realized
there was a lot of real estate up for grabs in the downtown area
and may have very attractive price tags, but she hoped before
acquiring any more downtown real estate that it would pertain to
the Capital Improvement Plan There is no point in making a
Capital Improvement Plan if it is not followed. Mayor Mentor
stated the building the way it is now is marginal (1/2 currently
rented and 1/2 available for City use if needed). He expected the
main floor may be a rental property for years to come because it is
a very valuable part of the City.
Mr. Dawkins felt this was an excellent opportunity and would prove
to be a wise decision in the years to come.
Mr. Estes stated the Engineering Department does need extra space
and questioned how many other departments needed to expand? Mayor
Mentor explained the Engineering Department and Planning Department
both needed extra space at this time. There are other departments
that are housed in very cramped quarters and extra space would
bring them some relief. Mr. Estes questioned if the Mayor was
projecting that the City would need two floors of the 4th Street
building? Mayor Mentor stated the building use needs to be studied
before moving any City staff and that move should reflect needs
projected out at least 10 years. He anticipated that possibly 1/2
or one floor may be needed in the near future. Mr. Estes
questioned if there was any intention to push out any current
tenants because the rent is too low? Mayor Mentor stated as time
goes by rents will be raised. Mr. Estes stated he was making
reference to the next six months to one year. Mayor Mentor stated
he did not see any big changes in that time frame until some
upgrading is done on the building and the market changes.
Mr. Dawkins questioned how many parking spaces came with the
building? Mayor Mentor stated there are 26 parking spaces. Mr.
Dawkins pointed out the need to reserve some of that parking for
short term City use.
Mr. Collins stated he was not supportive of the proposal at the
time it was approved to have a "one Stop" permit center and
acquiring the building it presently is housed in. In this
instance, he is supportive because it does have an inter-
relationship with City Hall. The regulatory problems that are
being put upon the City brings about a continuous increase in
staff. He felt this was the appropriate move right now.
Mr. Colvin stated he shared President Horton's and Councilman's
Overson's concern about the City being a landlord. However,
currently there is no private space where his constituents can talk
with him other than his own residence. For that reason, he would
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support this proposal. Mr. Overson pointed out that there was no
guarantee that there would be space available for such a "private"
meeting room, nor that additional parking would be available to the
public.
Mr. Johnson stated when he had talked with Mayor Mentor prior to
this meeting he had promised the following things: (1) whatever
goes into the parking lot it will not be staff parking; (2) there
is no plan to move the City Council office area into the proposed
building.
M/S/C(Waibel/Collins) to approve the Earnest Money Receipt and
Sales Agreement.
Vote: In Favor:
Opposed:
Collins, Dawkins, Colvin, Johnson, Estes, Waibel
Overson, Horton, Homing,
6F - REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AND SALES AGREEMENT - 1133 NAVAL AVE.,
#AB91-131
The attached agreement is for purchase of property at 1133 Naval
Avenue. This property is adjacent to the City owned Ivy Green
Cemetery. The purchase price is $49,500 payable by May 25, 1991.
Mayor Mentor stated this property is adjacent to Ivy Green
Cemetery on the east side, behind the Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier.
The cemetery has taken a real turn for the better in the last year
through increased volunteer clean up efforts. Parking is a major
problem at the cemetery and there have been instances where
vehicles have parked along grave sites. The opportunity to purchase
this property came up suddenly and it was his desire to take
advantage of that opportunity to help alleviate some parking needs.
Mr. Dawkins stated due to a conflict of interest he would step down
from hearing this item.
Jack Lefcowski, questioned who owned the cemetery? President Horton
explained the City owned the cemetery. Mr. Lefcowski stated if
this item is approved then the City will have purchased two parking
lots within one year. He did not want to see the City in the
landlord business. He questioned if there was any other option for
parking other than buying this property? Also, he stated he was
unhappy with the waterfront parking lot trade for Roosevelt Field.
President Hotton clarified the fact that the proposed property
would be used only for auxiliary parking at the cemetery and would
not be used as a commercial parking lot.
Mr. Johnson noted over the years comments had been made as to the
need to improve the area behind the Tomb Of The Unknown Soldiers,
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etc., and the only areas a vehicle can be parked on is the roadways
and the grassy area adjacent to this residence. But, the grassy
area has been designated into plots, which have been sold and will
one day be used, therefore, the proposed purchase would provide
relief for parking needs. He urged Council to take advantage of
this opportunity.
Mr. Colvin expressed his support of this proposal because the City
needs the space to provide needed parking.
Mr. Estes stated Ivy Green Cemetery is not only a City treasure but
a National treasure. Acquiring the proposed property would add an
enhancement that would have a long-term affect. The cemetery is
receiving national attention from recent efforts to clean up and
improve the resting places of war heroes and those who served their
country. And, an event is planned for Friday, May 17, honoring the
HMS Warspite and all those who serve aboard. Mr. Collins noted as
a point of interest that the dead of the Warspite battle of Crete
were sealed in a compartment of the ship and when they came to
Bremerton for repairs their dead shipmates were buried in Ivy Green
Cemetery. He questioned if some plans could be set in motion
designating their grave as a special place? Vicki Vanneman,
Director of Parks and Recreation, stated she would look into such
an idea.
Mr. Overson stated a budget adjustment was presented to the Fiscal
and Budget Committee and they did not approve it on the basis it
had not been planned for and the impact is not known on future
financial situations.
M/S/C/U(Estes/Collins) to approve the purchase of property located
at 1133 Naval Avenue, Bremerton, WA.
Councilman Dawkins returned to the meeting.
6G - AMENDMENT TO CONDITIONS OF ROOSEVELT FIELD SETTLEMENT
AUTHORIZATION, #AB91-134
The language of the Motion approving the exchange in lieu of
condemnation passed on April 3, 1991, contains a reference to
closing which differs from the intent of the parties that only
possession would be delayed to accommodate the City. Clarify this
language will also facilitate negotiations by the City for
surplusing the parcel received in the exchange.
Possession of the two parcels involved in the settlement will still
remain with the current owners until notice is given by the City,
but no later than August 1, 1992.
Ian Sievers, City Attorney, stated he is approaching the final
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stages of working through some contract language which does satisfy
the conditions that was set forth by the Council, except for this
one reference in Condition #2. Upon reviewing the documents, he
had presumed what the parties intended a delayed closing where in
fact it was just a delayed possession. He felt the amendment was
merely a correction and this was the intent at the close of the
public hearing on April 3. Council can make this correction in a
summary manner without reopening the pubic hearing or considering
this as a new item of business.
Public comment - none.
Mr. Waibel stated as one of the members of the Council who met
with members of the College Board and as the individual who made
the motion, his intent was exactly as the wording reflects on the
correction proposed. Therefore, it is his desire to correct the
wording to reflect what was intended in his original motion.
Mr. Johnson questioned if this action just confirms the motion made
by the Council so that voting on this would be saying that is what
was intended on April 3, by the majority of the Council? Mr.
Sievers stated that was his intention, allowing the City to proceed
with the exchange. President Morton stated for clarification that
this amendment came up suddenly and there was no intent to bypass
the public, but in Mr. Sievers' dealing with the College and State
Attorney General's personnel it became apparent an error had been
made.
M/S//C(Waibel/Estes) to approve amendment to Condition #2 of the
motion providing the property exchange in lieu of condemnation of
Roosevelt Field as follows: "2. Change in Dossession of the
parcels shall not occur until notice is given by the City, but no
later than August 1, 1992."
Vote:
In Favor:
Abstain:
Johnson, Overson, Estes, Horning, Waibel,
Collins, Dawkins, Horton
Colvin
7A - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) AUTHORIZING ESTABLISHMENT OF PUBLIC
CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS IN THE CITY OF BREMERTON,
#AB91-132
In order to ensure the economic vitality Of the City, Bremerton
must pursue numerous activities and cooperative efforts to
revitalize the City and to ensure continued improvements in city
services. In doing these activities the City Council should
provide as many tools as possible for our citizens and the private
sector to use to improve our community. Authorizing the use of and
providing the procedures for establishment and operation of public
corporations, commissions and authorities will provide a proven and
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potent tool for the City and the private sector to use to improve
and sustain the vitality of the City of Bremerton.
Mr. Johnson stated he had worked with a number of staff in
developing this ordinance. This type of organization has a number
of uses, and were authorized since the mid '70's in the State of
Washington. Technically, an ordinance is not required but cited by
RCW. However, when dealing with quasi-public 'corporations, that
may have some donated City assets, etc., it would probably be
desired to have some tight controls and to make sure those controls
build a strong fence or wall for liability purposes. One of the
reasons he pushed to have a strong ordinance when there presently
is no activity in this area, is that the City could discuss and act
on this issue in an unemotional Circumstance. Any group that may
want to have a public corporation in the City of Bremerton would
refer to this ordinance. In this case, the City actually would
charter those public corporations so all requests would come to
City Council for approval. He was not aware of anyone actively
pursuing this type of organization in Bremerton. It had been
mentioned as a possibility at various times that the Admiral
Theater project would have been such a candidate for this type of
proposal. Other cities in the State who have enacted similar
ordinances vary from the City of Grapeview to the City of Seattle.
Projects completed under this type of program include: a riverfront
development in Vancouver, "Officer's Row"- old military facilities
turned into historical sites, City Hall Complex in City of Mercer
Island, art museum and Pike Place Market in City of Seattle,
medical center in Grays Harbor area, and King County Museum Of
Flight.
Don Pratt, Director Of Community Development, stated the reason we
would use a Public Development Authority (PDA) is that the
expertise in managing and operating an entrepreneur or
developmental type of operation is not always found in the same
kind of person that makes a good City Council member. This gives
the City an opportunity to bring those individuals into a public
project, charter that project by the City and ask them to serve on
the Board Of Directors in an entrepreneurial manner, not in a
political manner. He pointed out this ordinance does state, as
State law does, that these organizations do come under the purview
of the "Open Meetings Act" and other such acts and it is public
information. Also, the City's Code Of Ethics would apply to any
directors that might be hired. Secondly, to give you a flavor of
what they could do - they could be charged with the management of
any properties that the City might acquire with that management
coming in the form of development opportunities or simply leasing
opportunities. For example, the City could ask a PDA to manage
City properties as landlords and limits the City's liability and
still bring in some entrepreneurial flavor to decisions. Parking
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facilities have been managed and developed by such a program and
major sports venues like King Domes and major league ball fields in
other cities have been developed by public development. Mr.
Johnson added that the PDA do have the right and are encouraged to
apply for Federal and State grant funds and to administer those
funds on their own.
Public comment - none.
Mr. Morning stated this item had been discussed by the Operations
Committee and it was decided what was being done by this proposal
was making it known that if a developer wants to combine in the
spirit of this with the community at large, they will be more
likely aware of it by passage of the ordinance. It also allows for
an opportunity to later on adjust it to fit their particular needs.
He questioned does this require PDC filing reporting as a group or
does it require individual filing? Mr. Pratt stated he did not
know for sure, but he did not believe that members of boards are
subject to Public Disclosure. However, they would come under the
City's Code Of Ethics.
Mr. Overson complimented Mr. Johnson, who undertook this effort
single-handedly and achieved it.
Mr. Colvin questioned if the proposal would provide for private use
of public funds? Mr. Johnson stated yes. For example, the City
could take a piece of property it owned and donate it to the public
corporation and from that if revenues are generated that money
would be generated by that corporation, not "the public funds".
M/S/C/U(Johnson/Colvin) to approve Ordinance, on first reading,
authorizing the establishment and chartering of one or more public
corporations, commissions and/or authorities.
7D - ORDINANCE #4327 (SECOND READING) ANNEXING APPROXIMATELY 7.04
ACRES IN THE VICINITY OF ARSENAL WAY AND MARION AVE., KNOWNAS THE
HOSKINSON ANNEXATION, REZONING SAID PROPERTY, AND FIXING THE
EFFECTIVE DATE OF ANNEXATION, #AB91-124
On July 19, 1990, the City Council gave its tentative approval to
the Hoskinson annexation; and voted that residents of subject area
would assume its share of the City's indebtedness. Additionally,
Council approved zoning for the annexation on April 24, 1991 after
a Public Hearing.
The Council is to:
(1) hold public hearing to accept comments pertaining to the
annexation and related matters; and
(2) to make a final determination on the annexation before
them.
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(3) Pass ordinance implementing annexation and zoning of the
area.
Public comment - none.
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Estes) to approve Ordinance #4327, on second
reading, annexing approximately 7.04 acres in the vicinity of
Arsenal Way and Marion Avenue, known as the Hoskinson Annexation,
rezoning said property, and fixing the effective date of
annexation.
8A - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FINAL ZONING
AND SHORELINE ENVIRONMENT DESIGNATION FOR THE W. KITSAP LAKE
ANNEXATION AREA -- AND RELATED ORDINANCE AND RESOLUTION, #AB91-133
Earlier this year, the City annexed a 109 acres area known as the
West Kitsap Lake Annexation Area. To expedite the annexation,
provisional zoning was applied to be most similar to the former
county zoning. Whenever provisional zoning is applied in this
manner, the Planning Commission must review that zoning at a public
hearing within 60 days and recommend "final" zoning to the City
Council. The Commission has -conducted its hearing and has
recommended "SF-2" zoning. An ordinance is included to complete
that process.
Since the annexation area also includes frontage along Kitsap Lake,
the City's Shoreline Master Program must be amended to apply the
City's residential designation. This amendment must be approved by
the state. The first step is to approve the attached Resolution of
Intent to Adopt the amendment, which will be sent to DOE for its
approval.
President Horton asked the "Appearance Of Fairness/Conflict Of
Interest" question with all Council members being seated.
Ron Hough, Planning Manager, stated the map displayed showed the
existing development of the annexation area with most of the area
consisting of low density single family homes and a few mobile
homes.
The area was annexed with Provisional Zoning Single Family (SF-2)
because this zone allows about 5-units per acre, which is very
similar to what the County had zoned it prior to the annexation.
The SF-2 zone does not allow some of the things the County zoning
allowed, such as multiple family structures.
The Planning Commission reviewed the Provisional Zoning within 60
days, as required by the Zoning Ordinance, and they reviewed the
Comprehensive Plan, existing development in the zoning, compared
the two and looked at other zoning districts within the City. The
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intent was not to down zone the area making the minimum lot size
larger and they did not want to up zone it to allow a division of
lots. He pointed out seven lots in the annexation area are smaller
than the minimum lot size in the SF-2 zone, which is 9,600 sq. ft..
Therefore, those lots are pre-existing and are legal for
development. If a Single Family (SF-3) was applied, virtually
every lot in the annexation area, with the exception of those
seven, could potentially be spit into smaller pieces. Because of
the area's location along the west side of Kitsap Lake, potential
pollution of the lake and the fact and only one street that
provides access through this neighborhood, the Planning Commission
felt the SF-3 zoning was too dense for this area and SF-2 was more
reflective of what is there, what should be there in there in the
future. Council is being asked to approve, on first reading, an
Ordinance approving the SF-2 zoning.
Until we official designate the shoreline of Kitsap Lake, the part
annexed, in the Shoreline Master Program, it continues to be under
the jurisdiction of the County Shoreline Program. Therefore, the
second portion of this action is to designate the shoreline R-12,
which is the designation for the rest of the residential shoreline
around Kitsap Lake. Council is asked to approve a Resolution of
intent, which has to go to the State for approval and then returns
to the City for final resolution to complete the process.
Jack Lefcoski, Kitsap Lake resident, stated he was not overly
concerned about the annexation issue, however, he was concerned
about the outlet of the lake in the northwest corner. The State of
Washington Game and Wildlife Department use to maintain that outlet
and for approximately 15 years they had a screen in the dam, which
rotated continuously to prevent the weeds and debris from damming
up. The screen served several purposes: (1) lifted debris over the
top of the dam and preventing it from clogging; (2) prevented state
plant fish from going downstream; (3) prevented salmon entering the
lake from Chico Creek. The cost to maintain this screen was
approximately $15,000 every five years. The State decided to save
$15,000 and disengaged the screen. Now, without the screen and
disregarding the fish, debris is piling up. He was suggesting and
asking that the City assign one department to periodically drive
through that area and check the dam. He personally had undertaken
the task of removing debris that had dammed up during the winter
months even though the property is posted "no trespassing".
Mark Cooling, 672 Kitsap Lake Rd. NW, stated he lives in the
annexation zone and under the former County zone, R-5, he complied
with the minimum lot size of 7,000 sq. ft., minimum front yard
setback- 15 ft.,and minimum side yard setback of 5 ft. In regard
to the proposed zoning designation, he does not comply with any of
those conditions. Even though he was assured by the Planning
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Department that he would have a legal non-conforming use, there are
a series of encumbrances which come with a legal non-conforming
use. Currently, his front porch needs to be repaired and he would
like to enclose it...to do this he would have to apply for and go
through a variance process in order to accomplish that simple type
of home upgrade. Therefore, he felt it was appropriate for him to
have a SF-3 zoning, which would allow him to be in conformance with
area requirements. He did support the annexation but he did not
think it was fair that his property would be transferred from a
conforming legal usage to a non-conforming legal usage. He
realized spot zoning was not a good idea but he believed it would
be appropriate to designate his property SF-3.
Mr. Overson stated he agreed that spot zoning was not the best
approach. The SF-3 zoning would have been a logical proposal and
questioned why it was not recommended? Mr. Hough stated had the
SF-3 been considered for one lot, that would be considered a spot
zone within the area. He pointed out there are seven lots that are
smaller than the minimum lot size and all of those are already
developed. What Mr. Cooling was talking about was a slight
difference in setback requirements and does not affect the use of
his house as it is now but would affect it if he wanted to add a
room. There may even be a justification for a variance since the
house was constructed under a different Code and jurisdiction. Mr.
Overson expressed concern that Mr. Cooling would never be able to
meet the SF-2 requirement. He felt the City was amiss and
incorrect in doing that. Mr. Hough stressed there are seven lots
that will never meet the SF-2 requirements and he did not support
granting a SF-3 zoning designation to all seven lots. Even if his
property was zoned SF-3, he was not sure it would meet the
requirements of a SF-3 zone, which requires 4,800 sq. ft., per
house. So, he would still be non-conforming in a SF-3 zoning.
Mr. Cooling stated there are two dwellings on his property and
under the County zoning one is termed an "auxiliary dwelling unit"
and it is a certain percentage of the primary dwelling and was in
legal compliance with the County zoning. In terms of the front and
side yards setbacks, he would be in compliance. He could not short
plat the property if granted a SF-3 zone.
Mr. Estes questioned which is the front yard and which is the back
yard? Mr. Hough stated the front yard would front on the street.
Mr. Overson questioned for clarification the maximum he would have
would be 4,700 sq. ft. per dwelling and still does not meet SF-3
requirements. Mr. Hough stated yes.
Mr. Horning stated rather than changing the zoning, if the City
allowed Special Use Permits to the exceptions for all seven lots,
was that something that could take place? Mr. Hough stated they
have a new process called" Zoning Ordinance Special Exception",
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which might work better. Mr. Morning questioned if Mr. Cooling
would comply in his case? Mr. Hough stated he may, but they would
have to go through the process and check the criteria. Mr. Homing
questioned what about the other six lots? Mr. Hough stated they
could look at all seven lots and test them against that criteria.
Mr. Homing stated he felt it was important for the City of
Bremerton to welcome new residents without heaping problems upon
them as they come into the City. He suggested the City initiate a
Special Use process on the seven lots. He hoped Planning staff
could review those special exceptions and let Council know that it
shouldn't be zoned SF-3. Don Pratt, Director Of Community
Development, stated he would welcome the opportunity to send a
letter to each of the owners of the seven lots explaining the
circumstances and inviting them, if they have special needs to be
met, to approach the City. In all honesty, we could not imagine
the special and unique circumstances in each one of those lots that
could come about. Mr. Morning stated it was not right to
immediately put someone in non-conformance when they annexed into
the City. Mr. Pratt stated he believed they could do a straight
forward, decent job of telling them if they have a problem with the
City's zoning code that we have these tools at our disposal to work
with them. Mr. Homing stated he could accept Mr. Pratt's
proposal. Mr. Pratt stated he was proud of the City's Zoning Code
and how it deals with the surrounding neighbors and we do not have
the license to grant that Special Exception unless it meets certain
tests with surrounding neighbors and he is obliged to talk with
those neighbors before offering that exception. Mr. Homing stated
he would encourage Mr. Pratt to proceed immediately with his
proposal and would like the Council be kept informed of his
progress.
Mr. Collins raised a question if Mr. Cooling did not have a 20 ft.
setback and desired to enclose his porch, would he be granted a
permit? Mr. Hough stated it may be possible to enclose the porch
if the living room was not being expanded to cover the area. He
would need more details before he could give a specific answer to
that question. Mr. Collins questioned if the variance process
would work if he was already a non-conforming use? Mr. Hough
stated yes, they had approved variances for properties within the
City limits that don't meet current setback requirements.
President Horton stated even if this property was granted a SF-3
designation, it would still be a non-conforming use because of the
size of the structure and the size of the lot. In fact, that
property would be a non-conforming use in either SF-2 or SF-3.
Therefore, direction needs to be that there is special
administrative handling of those specific properties.
Mr. Johnson questioned if there was any special designation as a
sensitive area where Kitsap Creek comes out of the lake? Mr. Hough
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stated he could not answer that as Kay Wilson, of the Planning
Department, would be the person to answer that question. He noted
there was some other drainage that crossed those areas.
Johnson questioned if the State shouldn't be given notice about
Kitsap Lake Park? Mr. Mough stated it was already designated. Mr.
Johnson stated he did not want to do any spot zoning but he did not
want to see these residents have to go through the variance process
because it is not easy to meet variance criteria. He supported Mr.
Pratt's proposal to communicate immediately with the owners of the
seven lots telling them of their options.
Mr. Overson stated in reference to the dam, without the efforts of
well intentioned citizens we could have had some problems that
would jeopardize the lake. Terrie Martson, Municipal Services
Coordinator, stated the City is working with the Department Of
Fisheries to find out why they discontinued their maintenance of
the dam. And, they are looking into which City Department would be
appropriate to take on the responsibility of monitoring that area.
President Morton requested clarification of the "R12" designation.
Mr. Mouqh explained the "R" stands for residential and as there are
a number of residential zones in the City, this one happens to be
#12.
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M/S/C/U(Waibel/Horning) to approve Ordinance, on first reading,
amending the official Zoning Map of the City of Bremerton to apply
the SF-2 zoning district to properties within the West Kitsap Lake
Annexation area.
#2991
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Johnson) to approve Resolution #2346, Notice Of
Intent of the City of Bremerton, Washington, to adopt an amendment
to the City's Shoreline Master Program to apply the R12 Shoreline
Environmental Designation to recently annexed lands along Kitsap
Lake.
#3032 M/S/C/U(Overson/Colvin) to continue this meeting under Thursday,
May 16, 1991, 10:00 AM.
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May 16, 199~, 10:00 AM -
President Morton reconvened the City Council meeting. Councilmen
Russ Johnson, Spencer Horning and A1 Colvin were absent.
President Morton welcomed the Armed Forces representatives who
would be playing counterparts for City elected officials and
Department Heads during Armed Forces Day at City Hall. The
participants are as follows: ET1 Harry L. Juneau, USS California;
EM2(SS) Charlie G. Carter, USS Pogy; EM2(SS)John D. Buchanan, USS
Pogy; MM2(SS) Even P. Gorton, USS Bates; YN3 Shannon L. Garrison,
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Naval Resersve Maintenance Training Facility; HMi(SS) Alexander J.
Atkinson, USS Monroe; SK3 Beau G. Campbell, Polaris Missile
Operations Pacific Fleet; SK1 Paul H. Kwiatkowski, Polaris Missile
Operations Pacific Fleet; NCC(SW) William W.Kubicz,Jr., Puget Sound
Naval Shipyard; QM3(SS) Willie A. Brown, USS Bates; SK2 Gary R.
Schmidt, Polaris Missile Operations Pacific Fleet; DT3 Darion
McCullough, Dental Clinic; DTC John B. Amlag, Dental Clinic; SK1
Mark A. Abraham, Polaris Missile Operations Pacific Fleet; RM2
Timothy S. Ferguson, Naval Reserve Maintenance Training Facility;
HM2 Bobby M. Sallee, USS California; StSi(SS) Steve E. Burkett, USS
Monroe; MMi(SS) Kelly G. Kennard, USS Monroe; BM3 Richard Barnes,
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard; MMi(SS) Scott A. Eckler, USS Bates; SK1
Greggory L. Phillips, USS California; MM2 Peter F. Stock, USS
Camden;HTCS Fenton Beckcom, Naval Reserve Maintenance Training
Facility; NC1 Joanne O. Phagan, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.
6A - LEASE AGREEMENT WITH LOU WEIR FOR BREMERTON MUSEUM SPACE - 120
WASHINGTON AVENUE, #AB91-126
The city leases approximately 6,000 square feet of office space
from Mr. Weir for the Bremerton Museum at 120 Washington Avenue.
We have leased this site since August 1, 1986 at the rate of $1,500
per month.
The attached lease is for a two year term at the rate of $1,800 per
month (3.33 per foot). The lease can be terminated with 120
notice. It contains the same terms and conditions as the prior
lease.
Public comment - none.
The military counterparts held a lively discussion on the merits of
retaining the Bremerton Museum at its current location or
relocating it aboard the USS Turner Joy.
M/S/C/U(Estes/Dawkins) to approve two year lease with Lou Weir for
property at 120-130 Washington Avenue.
6B - APPROVAL OF INTERLOCAL PURCHASING AGREEMENT WITH YAKIMACOUNTY
FIRE DISTRICT #6 TO PURCHASE ONE AMBULANCE, #AB91-127
The Fire Department requests city council approval to enter into an
Interlocal Government Purchasing Agreement with Yakima County Fire
District #6 for the purchase of a rescue Type 1 ambulance. This
Agreement allows the timely purchase of a Road Rescue vehicle
similar to the existing ambulance fleet. Recommendations from
Fleet Maintenance have been to purchase identical vehicles due to
quality of existing vehicles and allow for similar parts inventory.
In addition, the Fire Department desires to maintain like vehicles
for consistency in the training and operating programs.
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Public comment - none.
Discussion by the military counterparts centered around where the
ambulance would be based, cost of maintenance and who would be
responsible for such maintenance.
M/S/C/U(Estes/Dawkins) to approve the Interlocal Purchase Agreement
with Yakima County Fire District #6 to purchase one ambulance.
7B - ORDINANCE #4325 (SECOND READING) AMENDING SECTIONS OF THE
BREMERTON ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO GENERAL PROVISION8,
LANDSCAPING, NONCONFORMITIES, AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES, #AB91-
121
Public comment - none.
Discussion, by the military counterparts, on this item revolved
around "signs" and "through lots".
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Estes) to pass Ordinance #4325, on second reading,
amending certain sections of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of
Bremerton, Washington, that pertain primarily to General
Provisions, Landscaping Provisions, Nonconformities and
Administrative Procedures.
7C - ORDINANCE #4326 (SECOND READING) AMENDING PROCEDURES FOR
DECLARING A VEHICLE A NUISANCE FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND TO NOTICES OF
INFRACTION, PROVIDING FOR PROCEDURES ON APPEAL, AND AMENDING BMC
10.11 OF THE BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE, #AB91-122
Public comment - none.
Discussion by the military Counterparts centered on what would
happen to a vehicle if it was parked illegally (overtime parking)
and the owner was a military person who had shipped out to sea and
did not know that his vehicle was being impounded.
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Collins) to pass Ordinance #4326, on second reading,
amending procedures for declaring a vehicle a nuisance for failure
to respond to Notices Of Infraction, providing for procedures on
appeal, and amending BMC 10.11 of the Bremerton Municipal Code.
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With no further business meeting adjourned
at 11:15 A.M.
APPROVED:
RICH HANNA, City Treasurer
(Deputy City Clerk)
LY~~NHORT~N, Council President
City of Bremerton
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