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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/14/91TAPE #946 UNAPPROVED DRAFT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES #0020 #0037 AUGUST 14, 1991 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, August 14, 1991, at 5:30 p.m., with Council President Lynn Horton presiding. Council members present: Lon Overson, Wayne Estes, Spencer Horning, Hank Waibel, C. R. "Tiny"Collins, Morrie Dawkins, A1 Colvin and Russ Johnson. Also present were City Attorney Ian Sievers and Acting City Clerk Rich Hanna. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council President Horton and Invocation given by Reverend Dale Johnson of the Servicemen's Center. CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes Of Meeting - July 31, 1991, #AB91-209 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/Dawkins) on August 14, 1991, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: 134208 through 134210, 134247, 134249 through 134459 in the total amount of $216,502.90. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Johnson stated after spending a week in South Carolina he felt it was a true blessing to live in the Pacific Northwest. Mr. Colvin reported he knew of some senior citizens who would like to volunteer to help Mayor Mentor with his "poll", thereby saving the City money. Last week he met with some religious leaders in the Bremerton area concerning their participation and helping create interest in government. This would be accomplished through voter registration. Kitsap County Auditor Karen Flynn reported to him that there was lots of room for improvement in voter registration in this area. He will be recruiting those interested in helping in this manner and already five individuals had volunteered, one being TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 2 of 12 Nick Garguile of the Red Apple Market. Mr. Collins invited everyone to attend the activities planned for August 15 in the downtown area. There will be a Building Dedication Ceremony at 5:15 at 4TH and Pacific, social hour at Hudson Photography, Concert On The Dock at 6:00 PM, Farmers Market on Fourth Street and a Gallery Walk. Mr. Overson announced the Audit Committee will meet on August 15 at 4:45 p.m. Mr. Estes read a letter he received from Peter Wilson, a former crewman on the HMS Warspite. Mr. Wilson thanked all those in Bremerton who made their reunion such a success and expounded on the wonders of this area. Mr. Estes commended Port Orchard for their effort to obtain the "San Mateo" Ferry. He announced the "Round Table" would start up again on Wednesday mornings, 7:30AM, at the E1 Camino Restaurant. The next guest speaker will be Fred Schoneman, Bremerton Port Commissioner. He had received a number of questions regarding progress on the waterfront park and requested Mayor Mentor to provide some update information. Mr. Morning reported during the Operations Committee this date, they were introduced to Steve Osguthorp, new'Downtown Planner. Mr. Waibel reported he spent an exciting and busy week with their exchange student. One of the events planned for the exchange students and their host families is attending a Seahawks Game, which included field passes after the game. He was pleased with the numbers of people turning out for the Sunday Farmers Market. He overheard one individual say the Market was called a "Farmers' Market" but beside the produce there were craft items. So, for benefit of the public he wanted them to know both produce and crafts were available at the Sunday Farmers Market. Mrs. Morton stated during the Study Session prior to this Council meeting they discussed the proposed Housing Code. It was decided, by Council, that there will be an additional Study Session on the proposed Housing Code Ordinance itself, hopefully within the next 2-3 weeks. Public notice will be given when that Study Session date is set. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Mayor Louis Mentor reported on several soft ball tournaments held over the past weekend. Puget Power sponsored a Soap Box Derby for handicapped children a couple weeks ago and it was TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 3 of 12 a fantastic sight watching the young people cross over the finish line. On August 16, 3:00 PM, the USS Bremerton Reunion Group will hold a Memorial Ceremony at the waterfront viewing Platform, which is just one event scheduled for their weekend reunion . And, he reminded everyone of the "Mid Summer Night" event on the evening of August 15 in downtown Bremerton. On August 17, the Bremerton Parks Department will host a Fun Run. This run is sponsored by Kitsap Physician Service, starting at 6:10 p.m. and concluding at approximately 7:30 P.M. All proceeds from this event will go toward the Special Population Program. Update on waterfront park - Mayor Mentor noted this project has been a struggle. Many difficulties had been overcome, most of which were brought on by the Department Of Fisheries and delayed the project by approximately two months. Now, the National Fisheries group stepped in and did not accept the findings of the State Fisheries group, so there have been more delays. It was his understanding that one final permit should be issued this week. The project contractor stated once the City gives him word to proceed he could be ready to go within 42 hours. Sunday Farmers Market - people are coming down for this event and are frequenting downtown businesses that are open on the weekend. He also noted a recent article in The Sun, headlined "Cooperation Does It", and felt this headline reflected what was happening with all the activities/improvements going on in Bremerton. Mayor Mentor introduced Lorraine Sarver, Coordinator of the Royalty Court and the 1991 Kitsap Rodeo Court. Lorraine Satvet introduced Queen Dawn Meredith, Princesses Sherrie Dearing and Stephanie Coulter and Katie Kitsap Kassie Miller- Boushae. Mayor Mentor was presented with a tee shirt and hat, which were decorated with the emblem of "Gaggle Of Giggles" The Princesses and Katie Kitsap invited everyone to the Fair and outlined a number of scheduled activities. Detective Steve Emm, Bremerton Police Department, extended a special "thank you" to Emil and Anna Reynolds of Vanguard Office Systems for their dontation of a Fax Machine and a Copy Machine to the Crime Stoppers Program. Pat O'Neil, retired Bremerton Police Officer and President of the Crime Stoppers Advisory Group, presented the Reynolds with an Appreciation Plaque. Emil Reynolds thanked everyone for the public recognition and stressed as government funding gets cut back local citizens will need to become more involved in supporting groups and organizations like Crime Stoppers. He believed TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 4 of 12 believed Crime Stoppers will have an affect in stopping crime once word is out on the Reward Program. He encouraged everyone, especially businesses who are in a position to assist this group, to get involved with this program. Richard Ohrisin~er thanked Councilman Estes for reading the letter, during his Council Member Report, from a representative of the HMS Warspite group. He extended special thanks to everyone who participated in the USS Saratoga Memorial Ceremony held August 2. Recently, Mr. Chrisinger assisted in relocating two historical log cabins to the Kitsap County Fairgrounds. He needs help in getting them ready for public use and would welcome anyone who would like to volunteer to assist him. Bob Long, 1671 Ausprey Circle, expressed concern about increasing problems that are occurring on Kitsap Lake. He has observed increased illegal drinking at the public boat launch and such activity not being monitored by the Police Patrol when they are visible in that area. Another problem was the total disregard by jet skiers on the use of the lake. The jet skiers were parking their skis in the launch area, which made it difficult for boats to be launched; and they continually ignore the "no-wake" buoys. President Hotton requested Mayor Mentor to contact Chief McNeal on this issue. Don Larson, 135 Rainier Avenue, President Of Kitsap Diving Association spoke on the following topics: (1) September/Coastweeks education events in Kitsap County; (2) Jim Bolger of Washington Sea Grant will have a booth at the Kitsap County Fair on water quality issues; (3) Mr. Larson contacted Senator Bob Oke on development of a underwater park. 6A - SECOND QUARTER PROGRAM REPORT FROM BREMERTON/KITSAP COUNTY VISITOR & CONVENTION BUREAU, #AB91-201 Council has requested that representatives from this group present oral reports on a quarterly basis. Representatives are here to present second quarter reports and to answer any questions that Council may have. Mim Heuss, VCB Executive Director, noted Council had already received her quarterly written report, therefore, she provide some statistical information. The Visitor Information Center, is open 7-days per week, and averaged over 100 people per day during this summer season. This date was the all time high of 148. She used growth examples as follows: pieces of outgoing mail in July of 1990 amounted to 330 and during July of 1991 amounted to 1,220. Their walk- in contacts during July 1991 came to 2,198, and 1,600 during July 1990. What this means is TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 5 of 12 that they need volunteer help desperately. With the activities happening on the Bremerton waterfront by next year she expected everyone would be overwhelmed with the number of tourists coming to this area. She is earnestly looking for anyone who can read a map, is interested in talking with people and showing them where attractions are located throughout the County. Convention Statistics - In July of 1990, they anticipated convention business income of $532,000 and covering 6,602 room nights. For July 1991 they were anticipating convention business income of $945,000 and 11,800 room nights. This is an increase of over 94% over what they were doing in conventions in July 1990. The areas they are growing the fastest are Military Reunions and Bowling Tournaments. It is her goal to have the Visitor Information Center run 100% by volunteers by summer of 1992, so that Bureau staff can spend all their time working with reunion and convention groups. Ms. Heuss noted the Bureau needs Council's financial support to meet growth needs. Mr. Johnson questioned if Ms. Heuss had any information on movie companies filming movies in Kitsap County? Ms. Heuss explained one major motion picture company contacted her about eight weeks ago and requested a specific house on a location on the water. She was able to come up with four homes meeting their requirements. One film will be made in North Kitsap and Bainbridge Island, and one is being made in Bremerton and South Kitsap area. These are major films, with one of them being a TV mini-series. One film will have a 3-month shooting schedule in the winter time. She listed contracted services located in Bremerton who will provide equipment and services to the two movie companies. Mr. Estes pointed out the value of Ivy Green Cemetery as quite a tourist attraction as well as the original Harry S. Truman "give them hell" corner. Also, on Kelly Road there is a site where the Hudson Bay Company had an exchange facility. He hoped some day more would be known about the "Bremerton tunnels". 6B - EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT FOR KATHERINE CAMALL - WATER OUALITY MANAGER, #AB91-210 Interviews were conducted in May for a Water Quality Manager. Negotiations were conducted with qualified candidates and during negotiations it became apparent that the proposed #1980 #2047 TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 6 of 12 salary for this position was too low. Negotiations ceased and other applicants were interviewed, but did not meet all the qualifications needed for this position. Negotiations were then resumed with Katherine Cahall, a highly qualified candidate, and a starting salary was negotiated at $41,078. The salary range for Water Quality Manager is attached. As this proposed salary exceeds 90% of the midpoint, it is submitted for Council approval. Funds are budgeted in the Utility Personnel budget. Rich Manna, Acting City Clerk, briefly outlined Ms. Cahall's education and management experience background. Public comment - none. M/S/C/U(Johnson/Horning) to approve standard employment contract with Katherine Cahall at a starting salary of $41,078. 7A - ORDINANCE NO. 4337 (SECOND READING) AUTHORIZING SALE OF $730,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, #AB91-203 Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, provided additional information to Council, including the Preliminary Official statement on the bond issue, the purchase office tendered by Seattle First National Bank, an amendment to page 3 of the Ordinance to include the interest rates for the various maturities in the proposed bond issue. Public comment - none. M/S/C(Colvin/Dawkins) to pass Ordinance #4337, on second reading, relating to contracting indebtedness; providing for the issuance of $730,000 par value Limited Tax General Obligation Bonds, 1991 (Taxable), of the City for general City purposes to provide funds with which to pay the cost of acquiring and remodeling an office building for City use; fixing the date, form, maturities, interest rates, terms and covenants of the bonds; establishing a bond redemption fund and an acquisition fund; and approving the sale and providing for the delivery of the bonds to Seattle-First National Bank of Seattle, Washington. Vote: In Favor: Opposed: Motion carried. Estes, Waibel, Collins, Dawkins, Colvin, Johnson Overson, Horning, Horton 7B - ORDINANCE NO. 4338 L.I.D., #AB91-207 Public comment - none. (SECOND READING) LAKEHURST DRIVE TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 7 of 12 Mayor Mentor pointed out this was the first L.I.D. in approximately 10 years and felt it would be setting an example for others to improve their neighborhood. He extended his appreciation to the neighborhood undertaking this L.I.D., which helps out the City. Public comment - none. Mr. Johnson stated he was truly amazed when he found out that the actual cost per household for this L.I.D. amounted to very small dollars. He encouraged others in the City who would like to see some improvements made in their neighborhood to look into the L.I.D. process. #2165 Mr. Overson questioned when would the actual drawings for the improvement be available and would sidewalks be included? Jan Stemkoski, Assistant City Engineer, stated they do have a preliminary design for the street, which will be final before construction starts. There will be no sidewalks as part of this improvement, however, two level traffic lanes will be constructed. Mr. Overson questioned when would the project begin? Mr. Stemkoski stated construction should start in mid- September. M/S/C/U(Johnson/Colvin) to pass Ordinance No. 4338, on second reading, ordering the improvement of Lakehurst Drive from Cedarwood Drive south to the Plat of Dockside all in accordance with Resolution No. 2353 of the City Council; establishing Local Improvement District No. 325; ordering the carrying out of the proposed improvement; and providing that payment for the improvement be made by special assessments upon the property in the District. Mr. Morning related about two years ago a group of people on Marine Drive wanted to start an L.I.D., but for some reason it got sidetracked. At this time he rechallenged that group, and he would participate, to again pursue this idea. He had already received calls from other residents from that.area who have indicated they would like the following: (1) a wide running path; (2) sewers; (3) underground wiring. 7C - RESOLUTION NO. 2360, ADOPTING CITY COUNCIL'S GOALS AND OBJECTIVES FOR 1992, #AB91-205 Public comment - none. Mr. Johnson stated based on the events in the past few months he desired to add an item under the Improve Self Image section, making a new Item C - To improve the methods for enforcement of zoning and Nuisance Ordinance violations. For #2762 TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 8 of 12 example, establishment of an infraction fine system to replace some of the more cumbersome processes that now have to be done to get rid of a junk vehicle or clear away tall weeds in a vacant lot. President Hotton reviewed the following five priority areas: (1) Redevelopment Zones (2) Environmental Issues (3) Efficiency In Government (4) Increasing Economic Diversification (5) Law Enforcement Mr. Overson suggested adding another item to Efficiency In Government, based on the total quality management movement that is happening throughout the United States. And, is brought on by what is happening in industry and public sector through the development of technology identifying, quantifying and improving quality. He proposed that Item M be added stating: Development of a statement of what quality of services this municiDality should provide and ways to measure them. President Horton stated she was aware that this type of endeavor was being pushed heavily in the Federal Government in the past few years and because of shrinking dollars is coming in the forefront. Mr. Johnson started he had received a letter from the Xerox Corporation in which it 'stated they had won the Malcom Baldridge Award, which is the Oscar of that type of endeavor. The letter indicated Xerox would send some of their senior management out to municipalities and other local governments in the State of Washington. He suggested Council and Mayor Mentor jointly sponsor some type of training for upper level managment in this area. Mr. Oolvin stated he would like something included that addressed parking problems in residential areas. He felt that either the City was not requiring sufficient off-street parking for developments or there is a decline in enforcement, reflected in the number of people who are parking on sidewalks. M/S/C/U(Johnson/Colvin) to approve Resolution No. 2360, adopting the Council's 1992 Goals and Objectives, including addition of Item C under Improve Self Image section relating to enforcement of Zoning and Nuisance Ordinance violations, and Item M to Efficiency In Government relating to total quality management principals. 8A - PUBLIC HEARING - MUN KIE LIM REZONE - TO CONSIDER A REOUEST FOR COMMERCIAL REZONE FROM "PO" TO "GB" FOR A SINGLE TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 9 of 12 LOT ALONG THE WEST SIDE OF WHEATON WAY SOUTH OF 318T STREET, #AB91-211 The owner of a property at 3029 Wheaton Way requested that his property be rezoned from its present designation of "Professional Office" (PO) to "General Business" (GB). The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on July 16, 1991. Following that hearing, the Commission determined that the request did not meet the rezone criteria of the Zoning Ordinance and a recommendation for DENIAL has been forwarded to the City Council. Rezones require pubic hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council. If this request is approved by the Council, findings and an ordinance to finalize the action will be prepared and returned for Council approval at a future meeting. President Hotton asked the "Appearance Of Fairness/Conflict Of Interest" question with all Council members being seated. Ron Hough, Planning Manager, provided a view graph showing the subject property as a single tax lot, which is fifty (50) feet in width and 298 feet deep. It is a "through lot" extending from Wheaton Way on the east to Eagle Avenue on the west. The parcel contains a structure of approximately 900 sq. ft. Access is from Wheaton Way. There is room for three or four parking spaces between the structure and street, but presents some difficulty for vehicles to turn around in order to exit onto Wheaton Way. The Comprehensive Plan for this area shows "Commercial" along the west side of Wheaton Way. The current zoning and the proposed zoning are consistent with the "Commercial" designation, but there are also policies that direct what type of "Commercial" could go in that area. Historically, the applicant had owned the property for a number of years and had it rezoned to B-2, the old "Commercial Business District" under the old Zoning Ordinance. At that time, it was understood that the owner desired to establish a laundromat or dry cleaning establishment in the existing building on site, however, they never actually did that. Then, in 1988 the new Zoning Ordinance was adopted and because that side of the street consisted mostly of old houses and some light-weight commercial type business and offices, it seemed to fit into a "Professional Office" zone. With the residential area to the west, it was the City's intention to provide a buffer between the traffic on Wheaton Way and the residential area. The "PO" designation also allowed for most TAPE #946 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 10 of 12 of the existing uses at that time or allowed existing uses as non-conformities. Recently, when the applicant applied to establish his dry cleaning business he discovered he was no longer zoned B-2 but rather "PO", which does not allow for dry cleaning type business. Therefore, he applied for a rezone to "General Business", which does allow that type of use. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on July 16, 1991, and recommended denial of the rezone request based on the fact the Comprehensive Plan favored low intensity commercial uses along this strip in order to maintain the buffer for the residential area, as well as continued increase in traffic on Wheaton Way. It was also noted the only significant change in land use in the subject area was development of Top Notch Burgers. Mr. Mouqh brought. to Council's attention a letter in apposition to the rezone from Mrs. Brownhill of 1109 Dibb Street that was read at the Planning Commission's hearing but was not included in Council's packet. He.pointed out Mrs. Brownhill's comments were noted in the Planning Commission's Meeting Minutes of that hearing. TAPE #947 Mrs. Lim, Applicant 3868 Pine Cone Drive, briefly outlined previous rezone action on the subject property from Residential to B-2 in 1984. Approximately two months ago, they were ready to start on their plan to develop a dry clean business on the subject site, but found that the current "PO" zoning would not allow such a use. Mrs. Lim tried to show a drawing of the proposed development, however, President Horton stated because that drawing had not been presented at the Planning Commissions hearing it could not be used during this hearing. If Council felt the plan was important to the decision, the issue would be sent back to the Planning Commission, along with the plans for their reconsideration. Mr. Hough stated at this point he did not think plans for a dry cleaning business would enter into the decision whether to rezone the property. Mrs. Lim questioned how could the City just rezone their property without notifying them of such action? President Hotton explained the process undertaken when the new, City-wide Zoning Ordinance was adopted. Rich Manna, Acting City Clerk, read letters in opposition to the rezone from the following individuals: C. Wareham, 1111 Dibb; Mrs. Brownhill, 1109 Dibb Street. Mr. Overson questioned if the subject site was currently being used under a legal use? Mr. Hough stated yes, it was being used for an office type business. #0340 TAPE #947 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 11 of 12 Mr. Colvin questioned if there was a rezone pending on this site at the time of the change in zoning? Mr. Mouqh stated no. Mr. Johnson stated he was sorry that not all the criteria could be answered in the affirmative. However, when thinking in terms of "Professional Office" use he could see a correlation of dry cleaning to that type of business. When there is a large concentration of professional staffing they usually dress in such a way that would require dry cleaning services. He felt that it may be appropriate to define the use to see if a small type dry cleaning service fit the neighborhood. He felt if there was a way to correct it so it could fit in the "PC" district, the proper way would be to have the Planning Commission make that determination. Mr. Hough stated there are a number of commercial uses related to offices included under the "PC" zone, such as book stores, stationery stores, barber shops, etc., and there may even be a laundry drop off type service. However, a full service laundromat/dry cleaning business would not be included under that zone. Mr. Dawkins expressed concern about the residents located on Eagle Street and questioned if the Planning Commission was looking at any changes going back on to Eagle Street? Mr. Hough stated this was the only lot that went all the way through. He noted most of the lots in that area had narrow frontages and limited access to front parking lots. Mr. Collins expressed concern that with a 50 ft. frontage it made it near impossible for vehicles to turn around to exit onto Wheaton Way and questioned what setback would be required? Mr. Hough stated from the street to the building would be approximately 30 feet, just enough space for a vehicle to park and turn around to exit onto Wheaton Way. President Morton noted the Comprehensive Plan did designate the subject area for "Commercial". M/S/C(Collins/Johnson) to uphold the Planning Commission's recommendation of Denial of the rezone request. Vote: In Favor: Opposed: Overson, Estes, Horning, Waibel, Horton, Collins, Colvin, Johnson Dawkins President Morton stated based on Mr. Johnson's comments regarding correlating uses, such as a dry cleaning type service in the PC zone, might be discussed in- house if there TAPE #947 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes August 14, 1991 Page 12 of 12 is a possibility it may fit into that category. With no further business meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m. KATHLEEN McCLUSKEY, De~y Clerk LY~~NHORTON, Council President City of Bremerton KLM/LH/me cc: Normal Distribution File/Vault