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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 7, 1990
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, March 7, 1990 at 5:30 p.m., with
Council President Lynn Horton presiding. Council members present
were 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 was given by Reverend Martin
Torrence of Westpark Christian Church.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes Of Meeting - February 21,, 1990, #ABg0-0040
~0014 M/S/C/U(Waibel/Dawkins) to approve Consent Agenda as presented.
CLAIMS/CHECK REGISTERS
Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer as required
by RCW 42.24.080, and those expense reimbursement claims certified
as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on a listing which
has been made available to the council.
#0033 M/S/C/U(Colvin/Dawkins) On March 7, 1990 the Council does approve
for payment those checks included and further described as follows:
105930, 106309 through 106428 in the total amount f $198,066.65 and
Regular Payroll in the total amount of $306,761.63.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Johnson thanked Mayor Mentor and the citizens of Bremerton for
taking their active participation in the clean up of the downtown
area and other neighborhoods as people become involved. As the
groups accumulate large amounts of garbage, when practical, they
will do a source separation for recycling. Mr. Johnson invited any
citizens who would like to serve on the City's new Solid Waste
Advisory Committee to contact Mayor Mentor's office to obtain an
application and/or obtain additional information (478-5266). In
regard to solid waste management, the following list of items will
be mandated by the State in 1991, and must be included in the
City's new garbage collection franchise or included in some other
means in the City: defining which materials will be recycled; curb
side collection of recyclable materials (it is his understanding
that there is a clause now which would allow some type of community
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drop off program instead of curb side pick up); multi-family
housing recycling programs; non-residential waste stream monitoring
(businesses); yard waste collection programs, which would lead to
a compostinG operation; education programs and recycling of mixed
waste.
He stated he is proud of the citizens in their clean up efforts and
he would like to be as proud of landowners of businesses in the
downtown area if they too would clean up with a Good cleaning and
window washing. Cable TV - within the next week he will have a
Resolution from the Cable Advisory Committee, addressing the FCC
Rulings on Syndex, ready for Council consideration.
Mr. Colvin stated during the Bremerton Central Lions Club meeting
this date he heard an excellent presentation on the 1990 Census
program and he noted that a 1004 census would mean more money for
Kitsap County. He encouraged everyone to participate in the
upcoming census. And, he noted since Mr. Mumma left City
employment, he has received a number of complaints which he has
redirected to Mayor Mentor.
Mr. Dawkins announced the Legislature did pass the Gas tax
proposal, which would bring back the passenger only ferry service
very soon. He thanked Clint Shinkle and Betti Sheldon for their
trips to Olympia in support of the Gas Tax Bill. He also thanked
Admiral Parker, who emphasized the fact that if Given the funding
he would manage them right.
Mr. Collins stated on Saturday, March 3, he and his wife were on
their way downtown to help in the clean up but were waylaid by a
specific area in his neighborhood - they collected six bags of
Garbage, three additional bags which had not split open, a TV set,
one muffler, three couch cushions.
Mr. Estes introduced Bob Sauter. Bob Sauter, 3302 9th Street,
stated he was requested, by Mr. Estes, to take a took at the Tomb
of the Unknown Soldier, which he did and was not pleased with the
conditions found there. He would like to develop a plan to enhance
the memorial by building a rock wall behind it or some type of
suitable wall to block off the alley. He contacted the Department
Of Navy in Washington, D.C., and they are interested in enhancing
one particular Grave site with a marker that states: "Here Lies The
Remains Of the Unknown Sailors From The USS Saratoga, Who Perished
In Action In WWII, on February 21, 1945". The Department Of Navy
will furnish an appropriate type marker for that Grave. Mr. Sauter
stated Marilyn Mensier of Olympic College has volunteered to design
a proposal for a wall for the Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier - at no
charge, and she will also have a model of the design. Mr. Sauter
stated he and Mr. Estes needed Council's approval to proceed with
this enhancement project. He stated he would personally solicit
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held from all of the Veterans Organization and some of the active
duty installations to adopt a military plot in the cemetery, to
clean it up and maintain it so that it is suitable for anyone to
visit.
Mr. Hornin~ thanked Mr. Estes for pursuing the Tomb Of the Unknown
Soldier project. This past weekend he and his wife attended a
musical production put on by High School students, which they
enjoyed immensely. He encouraged anyone who enjoys musicals to be
sure and not miss future productions - the student performers were
excellent. He spot lighted the role of "Elizabeth" played by Sere
Quigley, a Junior in High School, noting her special stage
presence. Last Thursday, March 1, four Council members and Mayor
Mentor met with the three County Commissioners to discuss the
possibility of locating some County services in Bremerton. This
meeting was positive and from that discussion the Commissioners
have requested a meeting with the entire City Council to get to
know one another better and to further move toward cooperation on
other issues. As a result of their request, a meeting has been set
for April 10, 7:00 p.m., at the Hearthstone Restaurant. Mr.
Horning emphasized the fact that despite what some people say City
and County officials are getting along even though they may
disagree on some issues. On a sad note, the long-time business
Thurman's Supply has left the City and moved its business to Port
Orchard.
Mr. Waibel wished his 5-year old daughter, Hillary, a HAPPY
BIRTHDAY.
Mrs. Horton reported on the funding that the State has allocated
to Bremerton for the 4-lane access into the City...a multi-million dollar
appropriation. She was informed that to a great extent the City
received this funding because of a walk through of that
appropriation line item through the Legislature by Walt Berschaur,
a local engineer. Mrs. Horton extended a grateful "thank you" to
Mr. Bershaur for his effor% which will benefit the City greatly.
Throughout the past few months she has been involved with the Air
Quality Board as well as having attended Clean Water seminars and
during the Study Session on March 5, heard a presentation on
hazardous waste emergency preparation in the event of a "spill".
An issue has become apparent time and time again...the fact that
funding comes from two sources, federal and local governments. The
state by and large pays very little in all of these efforts and yet
mandates municipalities, in cooperation with the Federal
government, to institute programs. She stressed the fact that the
State Legislature is shirking its duty in a lot of areas and she
feels the City, City council and all other Councils in the State
need to hold the Legislature accountable. The State needs to be
told that they need to provide their fair share of funding for
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mandated programs. Lastly, she described a special science class
curriculum (learning about weather) being used in the Bremerton
School District. She pointed out this is an excellent example how
children learn through doing interesting and fun activities from
a practical standpoint. She commended the Bremerton School
District for providing such programs and pointed out this is just
another example of the good job being done in the field of
education in the Bremerton area.
Mr. Johnson thanked Mr. Estes and Mr. Sauter for their effort in
trying~ake improvements at Ivy Green Cemetery/Tomb Of the Unknown
Soldier. Mr. Sauter suggested funding for such a project be
solicited from all citizens of Bremerton, similar to funds raised
by the Bell Ringing Fund. He will pursue corporation solicitation
as well.
~0564 M/S/C/U(Johnson/Colvin) that the City Council strongly encourages
efforts to enhance the tributes to veterans that exist in Ivy Green
Cemetery, including the grave of the Medal Of Honor recipient.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Mayor Mentor reported he served as a Judge for a Science Fair at
the Bremerton Middle School, which he found very interesting as
well as learning a lot from the 6th, 7th and 8th graders. And, he
congratulated local sports teams for their winnings, especially
Olympic college.
Mayor Mentor read a Proclamation recognizing women serving the
United States in the military from the earliest days as a republic
as well as in the continental Army of the American Revolution, as
nurses, spies and soldiers on the front lines. 400,000 women serve
their country today in the Active Military Service, National Guard
Reserves and there are approximately 1.2 million living women
veterans, 29,500 of whom reside in the State of Washington. Mayor
Menton did declare March 1990 as WOMEN IN MILITARY SERVICE FOR
AMERICA MONTH, honoring those who served this country in past
years, today and those of the future. Bob Sauter, 3309 9th Street,
accepted the Proclamation and noted it will grace the walls of the
memorial located at Arlington Cemetery in Washington D.C. He also
announced that Mayor Mentor is the only other Mayor in the United
States who serves on the National Advisory Council for this worthy
memorial.
Charlene Burnette, Parks And Recreation Department, officially
invited the Council and general public to attend their second
annual Healthy Living Fair, March 16 (2 - 9 PM), March 17 (10 AM -
5 PM) at the Sheridan Park Recreation Center.
Kal heichtman, 205 High Avenue, expressed concern as to why he was
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not called as a witness at a prowlers trial (Police Cases 90-01441
90-01504). Me noted when asking that question of the City he was
told it was their "practice". He then related in detail several
instances where someone was prowling mail boxes, rolling vehicles
away from residences and damaging them. This activity was taking
place on the same street where he resides and because he was up
late at night he became aware of such activity. During one
prowling activity he even was able to get a picture of the
suspected individual. Mr. Leichtman's garage door and vehicle were
also damaged. He reported that the prowler was convicted for a
lesser crime for the least amount of damage. President Horton
requested that Council's Legislative Assista= . communicate this
concern to Police Chief Del McNeal with a copy of Chief McNeal's
response being sent to the City Council and Mayor Mentor.
Judith Katsirubas, representing Kitsap Community Action Program
(KCAP), 1200 Elizabeth Street, announced KCAP's annual banquet
honoring the KCAP volunteers who have given 22,778 hours working
with their programs. This event will be held March 30, 5:30 PM to
9:00 PM at the Bayview Quality Inn. Tickets are available - $15.00
each and Ms. Katsirubas noted she would be returning in one week
to provide the opportunity for those wanting to purchase tickets
for this event.
Dusty Rhodes, representing the Bremerton Central Lions Club,
announced the Lions will be holding on March 8 and 9th their 12th
Annual Radiothon - KITZ, starting at 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM each day.
He encouraged everyone to join in, the funds raised during the
telethon will be used for the Sight & Hearing Foundation of the
Lions Eye Bank. And, the Lions CLub will be holding their 25th
annual Flea Market on March 31, 1990, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the
Kitsap County Fairgrounds, Presidents Hall. Lady Lions will be
hosting a food booth and a twenty five cent entrance fee will be
charged. Anyone who has rummage or items they would like to donate
may contact the Lions Club via phone numbers published in "The Sun"
and listed on the Public Access Channel 29.
6A - REAPPOIBTMENT TO PARK BOARD - GEOFRY HOSEA, ~AB90-041
The term of Geofry Hosea expired in October, 1989. Mayor Mentor
is recommending reappointment of Mr. Hosea to another term on the
Parks Board.
Mayor Mentor briefly reviewed Mr. Hosea's past service both for the
City and within the community and urged the Council to confirm his
appointment to the Parks Board.
~1274 M/S/C/U(Horning/Collins) to confirm the reappointment of Geofry
Hosea to another term on the Parks Board.
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Geofr¥ Hosea thanked the Council for their vote of confidence and
stated he looked forward to this next year and all the exciting
changes that could take place in the City. He hoped to expand the
"Tree Planting" program throughout the neighborhoods.
6B - LOCAL COOPEKATION AGREEMENT FORMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, ~AB90-
042
In 1975 the City agreed to provide a one acre parcel of property
at 500 Union Avenue, as a site for a community mental health
clinic. In 1977 the County was the lead agency in securing
Referendum 29 Funds for the construction of that facility. Since
that time the Mental Health provider has had a lease with the City
for the land and a lease with the County for the building. There
was no coordination of the two leases. At Council's request a
Local Cooperative Agreement with the County was requested. A
document has been negotiated and is recommended for approval.
Public comment invited - none received.
~1382 M/S/C/U(Waibel/Colvin) to approve the Local Cooperative Agreement
with Kitsap County for lease of City owned land at 500 Union
Avenue, said property to house the County owned facility used for
outpatient mental health care.
6C - 1990 RATE INCREASE PROPOSALS FOR AMBULANCE COMPANIES, #AB90-
024
This item was previously tabled and additional information
requested from the Ambulance companies regarding income revenues
and expenses.
Paula Johnston, Business License Inspector, stated this issue was
last before the Council on February 28, 1990, when the ambulance
companies explained why a rate increase was being requested at this
time. At that meeting Council had several questions that needed
to be answered: (1) to provide more history on costs and more
specifically on costs related to ambulance trips; (2) number of
ambulance trips made in 1988; (3) projected ambulance trips for
1990 and related costs; (4) why new personnel had been added and
any new functions undertaken. At that time Council passed a motion
to continue this item until sufficient financial statements showing
the profit levels of Olympic Ambulance and Bremerton Ambulance, for
the Bremerton community, in order to determine if the rates were
proper. Mr. Homing stated he would accept a piece approach
providing a comparison with how they used bandages, etc., in the
expense of an actual run; and Mr. Johnson stated the intent was to
allow the companies to provide information on a per unit basis but
relating to the Bremerton area. And, he also indicated something
needs to be provided which reflects both income revenue and
expenses.
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Bill Little9ohn, owner Olympic Ambulance, stated he had met with
the Council Operations Committee and had a better understanding of
what type of information the City Council desired. As a result of
this meeting, he prepared additional data which reflected costs -
pinpointing a few items - showing the total costs as well as cost
per run on each of the items.
Public comment invited - none received.
Mr. Dawkins noted a $13.94 per run increase due to increased
personnel costs and an inhouse dispatch service which is shared by
the Lacy office.
Mr. Hornin~ noted it was important that the people who serve
Bremerton make a profit so they can stay in business. And, he felt
if the Council had been in the mode to accept rates in the past,
that a certain profit margin was acceptable. He feels it is fair
for a rate increase based on the fact that particular outlined
items have increased in costs. Had the rules been changed a number
of years ago requiring specific information as to profit, then he
would want that to continue.
Mr. Colvin questioned how did the proposed rates compare with other
communities? Mr. Hornin~ stated Bremerton was in fairly good shape
relative to other communities although the cost of living has been
less in the Bremerton area. And, Olympic Ambulance and Bremerton
Ambulance rates are substantially lower than Shepherd and Shannon,
who are common carrier in other communities.
Mr. Overson pointed out a 304 pay increase for personnel in the
ambulance service from 1985 to present, which he felt was a healthy
increase. He did express concern that the proposed rate increase
was inflationary and did not support the proposal as presented.
Mr. Johnson stated the information he requested was that he be
convinced that the profit margin being made on a per run type basis
that the ambulance contractors are getting is a fair and reasonable
profit. He also would like the Ambulance Committee to review how
it is the City really measures a reasonable return, not the total
amount of revenue that comes into the company, but what is a fair
and reasonable profit.
#1738 M/S/C(Collins/Dawkins) to accept the 1990 rate fees for Bremerton
Ambulance and Olympic Ambulance.
Vote: In Favor: Horning, Waibel, Collins, Dawkins, Colvin,
Johnson
Opposed: Overson, Estes, Horton
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~1825 M/S/C/U(Johnson/Colvin) that the City Ambulance Committee be tasked
with determining a method to measure the recommendation coming to
the City Council so that the City is assured the ambulance
providers only make a fair and reasonable profit from the citizens
of Bremerton.
6D - MEETING: 10~ NOTICE TO ANNEX - TO MEET #ITH PROPERTY OWNERS
WHO HAVE REQUESTED ANNEXATION AND TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED
"HILLCKEST ASSEMBLY ANNEXATION AREA", #AB90-043
A "Notice Of Intent To Commence Annexation" has been filed by
Hillcrest Assembly, Inc., requesting annexation of a single 2.24
acre parcel. The property is vacant, contiguous to the City
limits, and is located southeast of the intersection of Oyster Bay
Avenue and First Street.
The Annexation Area that is being proposed includes seven small
parcels to the west and east of the Hillcrest Assembly property in
order to avoid an irregular boundary. The 10% Notice Of Intent
actually includes 274 of the total value of this area. This
initial meeting is to consider the request, determine whether
planning and zoning will be adopted, and whether indebtedness will
be assumed. If the Council agrees to proceed, the applicant will
submit a 754 Petition at a later date.
Ron Houuh, Planning Manager, provided view graphs showing the
location of the proposed Annexation Area. He noted Hillcrest
Assembly, Inc., owns a 3.17 acre parcel northeast of the
intersection of Oyster Bay Avenue and First Street, inside the City
limits of Bremerton directly across First Street from the proposed
Annexation Area. In order to have both their properties in the
same jurisdiction for ease of future development, they have
requested that the smaller parcel be annexed into the City. Their
long-range plans are to develop the property.
If Council desires to proceed with the annexation process, there
would be several public hearings to allow citizens input prior to
final action taking place.
Gary Ekstedt, Pac-Tec Engineering, represent.ing Hillcrest Assembly
Inc., stated his firm was contracted to follow through with the
annexation procedure and if annexed, to develop some final plans
for implementation and development of the property. He briefly
explained the purpose of the request .... to bring the property
currently in the County into the City in order for them to approach
this project as the same parcel of land and under the same
jurisdiction. He pointed out there is an undeveloped driveway
between the two parcels and depending upon the final proposal it
can either be vacated or incorporated into the finished product.
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At this point Hillcrest Assembly Inc., is looking into doing some
sort of multi-family project, pending zoning.
public comment invited - none received.
Mr. Johnson noted the request appeared to be reasonable, however,
he was concerned that the request may be to small considering it
is to go before the Boundary Review Board. He supported defining
the proposed annexation area with more straight lines, and he
questioned what might be the Boundary Reviews' response toward
submission of just the proposed parcels? Mr. HouGh stated if
Hillcrest Assembly Inc., can obtain the 75~ participation he feels
the Boundary Review Board would approve the request. If the
Annexation Area were expanded it would just make it more difficult
to get the required number of signatures. Mr. Johnson questioned
if contact had been made to property owners up to "O" Street? Mr.
Hough stated no - "O" Street is a dead end, going only part way
through from the east.
President Horton questioned if any property owners had been
contacted in the upper quadrant? Mr. HouGh stated no, due to time
and manpower constraints.
Mr. Dawkins pointed out the City has not had much interest in
annexation from the residents in the general area of the proposed
Annexation Area and questioned if the applicant had talked with
landowners included in the proposed Annexation area? Mr. Ekstedt
stated the application is aware of past reactions to proposed
annexation, but he feels the original proposal was much larger than
that being proposed at this time.
Mr. Waibel pointed out that the City did not go out and ask
Hillcrest Assembly Inc., to annex into the City. The church
initiated this request and have indicated they would be willing to
come into the City on their own if the Boundary Review Board would
allow them. Since that is not possible, the City has agreed to add
some additional properties in order to keep the boundary lines
straight. No attempt on the part of the City' has been made to
force anyone in the Navy Yard City area to come into the City.
~2501 M/S/C/U(Waibel/Horning) to accept the Notice Of Intent and direct
the staff to proceed with this annexation; to require the annexed
properties to assume the City's current indebtedness following the
annexation; and at a public hearing consider the Planning
Commission's recommendations pertaining to Comprehensive Planning
and Zoning of the subject area.
Mr. HouGh stated for clarification that the Planning Commission
does not deal with the issue of annexation it deals only with the
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Comprehensive Plan and zoning.
6E - APPROVE SALARY FOR ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY II - JAMES
McNAMA~A, #AB90-044
The position of Assistant City Attorney II has been filled with the
appointment of James McNamara who replaces Laura Anderson, who left
the City for private practice in December. Council is asked to
approve a starting salary of $30,656, or 91.2~ of the range mean
pursuant to the Non-Union Management Salary Ordinance.
It was the objective of the Department to pay for an experienced
employee since the replaced employee was experienced and the other
Civil Assistant was promoted from the criminal position and only
had 8 months civil practice experience. Mr. McNamara will
concentrate on land use and development and general litigation.
He has a Masters in Urban and Regional Planning, and work
experience in the Attorney General's Natural Resources Division and
three years experience in private practice.
Ian Sievers, City Attorney, stated he was pleased to get a more
experienced attorney for only 1.2~ over the Council's assumed
starting rate per manager. And, Mr. McNamara has been on-the-job
for 1 1/2 weeks and has already shown he has a very short learning
curve.
Public comment invited - none received.
~2732 M/S/C/U(Waibel/Colvin) to approve the starting of salary of $30,656
for James McNamara.
7A - RESOLUTION ~2289. ESTABLISHES THE 1990 WATERFRONT FUNDING,
DESIGN ANDCONSTKUCTION SCH~Db~E; AND RESOLUTION ~2290, AMENDS THE
WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT SITE PLAN, %AB90-045
In order to commence boardwalk construction during 1990, Council
approval for project funding is required. The Mayor's 1990
waterfront development schedule moves 1990 funds from the Plaza
Park project to the over-water park. Resolution %2289 establishes
this schedule and commences budget and design contract process.
The City Council has adopted a site plan for the waterfront public
projects. The Mayor proposes in Resolution %2290 to amend the site
plan to: create a broader over-water facility; dedicate the foot
of 2nd Street as PSNS Centennial Park; to remove sighting of the
Harbor Master office.
Don Pratt, Director Of Community Development, stated the two
actions being requested are by resolutions...being used to
determine what City policy will be in the development of the
waterfront. The resolutions are only intended to develop City
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policy, there are several implementing actions that must be taken
at a later date in order to accomplish the waterfront, regardless
of which scheme is finally decided.
One resolution deals specifically with establishing a construction
schedule, which projects will take place over the next year; and
the second resolution proposes to amend a site plan, which was
adopted by the City Council September 1989. By way of background,
when Mayor Mentor took office in January, 1990, he requested Mr.
Pratt to discuss with him the status of the waterfront projects.
There were subsequent conversations with the Mayor on this subject
as well as a trip to view other developing waterfronts in this
region. The Mayor, during this analysis, requested that a listing
of projects and their status be developed. He also requested help
to come up with a listing of priorities and a listing of
availability of funds. Upon review of those items, Mayor Mentor
now proposes a strategy, the main basis of which would be to
coordinate the City's waterfront projects with the Port of
Bremerton's waterfront project, which is the marina development.
And, the Mayor is proposing to undertake the boardwalk project in
such a manner that it will be completed at the time the Port's
marina is complete...current estimated completion date is
October/November 1990. In addition, the City has been working in
association with the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard Centennial
Committee. The Navy's Centennial celebration will be in September
1991, and they have requested to site some type of centennial
monument or memorial on the waterfront. In order to meet the
September 1991 date the City needs to be assigning areas and
developing that project immediately.
Lastly, the Mayor needs to meet the Turner Joy placement, which is
expected to occur later this year, possibly the end of the third
quarter of 1990. This all needs to be accomplished without going
over parks or projects that may have been built in the way of
developing the waterfront projects. Therefore, the first
resolution proposes to build a boardwalk or overwater park from
First to Second Street in 1990 (priority %1 - Mayor's 1990
waterfront strategy). The second priority is to build access to
the Turner Joy in 1990 and to make sure all of the City's projects
and funding efforts are coordinated to accomplish that. The third
priority is to facilitate PSNS Centennial Park development. There
are numerous conditions that have occurred that bring the Mayor to
this point and are included in the resolutions. One of the major
considerations was funding. Currently the City has $309,000 in
secure funding to develop a waterfront park/pathway, whether it is
an upland park or overwater park the funding sources do not
differentiate - the discretion is up to the City. In the site
plan, which was adopted in September 1989, it showed an
approximately 15,000 sq. ft. overwater project and the estimated
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cost of that project was in the order of $400,000. It is
anticipated that the City is approximately $100-150,000 short
inclusive of design fees to having that completed. In addition,
the Hotel/Motel Tax fund at the end of 1990 is projected to have
a cash balance of $174,000. Currently the City earns $60,000 per
year in tax revenue from that fund and the Mayor proposes to
investigate use of the Hotel/Motel Tax to provide funding for City
projects on the waterfront. The Real Estate Excise Tax, which can
be used for capital projects, such as the waterfront projects, is
projected in the 1990 budget to have a cash balance of $330,000.
Currently, approximately $70,000 is earned in tax revenue alone
from that fund. Both of the figures for the revenue from
Hotel/Motel and Revenue Excise Tax do not take into account
interest earned on the cash balance. There are adequate funds to
build an overwater park assuming use of one of those two accounts.
Therefore, the first resolution proposes to implement the above
stated three priorities and tell City staff to come back with
architectural contracts and budget amendments to cover development
of those projects and meeting those priorities.
The second resolution proposes to amend the Site Plan that was
adopted September 1989. The reason for the amendment to the site
plan is that several conditions have changed: (1) the previously
adopted Site Plan did show a harbor master's office for the marina.
A harbor master office is projected by the Port of Bremerton but
the location is unknown and they do not wish the site designated
without some further discussion, at a later date, after the City
establishes the priority of the boardwalk. Mayor Mentor feels
strongly about having a broader boardwalk than that depicted in the
previous site plan. A 15 ft. wide boardwalk had been suggested in
the previous proposal and Mayor Mentor is suggesting a 30 ft.
boardwalk, which would allow more activities to take place over the
water. In addition, discussion has been held with Puget Sound
Naval Shipyard for establishment of a plaza or a place for them on
the waterfront project that was not depicted in the first site
plan. The Turner Joy funding and immediacy of the Turner Joy was
not as secured in the first plan as it is in the second site plan.
Lastly, in working with the Port of Bremerton in the design of the
marina the bulb of land at the foot of second street interfered to
a small extent with vessel traffic in and around the marina and it
was much more accommodating to the Port's activities in that area
to have it removed .... second site plan does propose to remove it.
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The Mayor proposes to delay what is being referred to as the linear
park in deference to constructing the boardwalk, working on
development of the PSNS Plaza and assuring development of Second
Street to Turner Joy access.
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Mayor Louis Mentor stated what is being proposed is what the City
has capability of accomplishing this year. Even though there are
some minor changes being proposed he is committed to remain
faithful to the original concept of the waterfront development.
The real costs of the proposed projects have not been determined
at this time and only estimates of such cost have been stated.
It is not known exactly what will happen with the Turner Joy and
needed matching funds and that it why he is proposing moving
forward in an orderly fashion as outlined. Whatever planning is
done will be with the intent to work with the Bremer Trust and the
Port of Bremerton in the overall development of the property. By
the end of this year close to 8 million dollars will have been
invested in the waterfront area, plus another 5 million dollars on
the Ferry Terminal project. He emphasized the fact that the City
has the opportunity to show investors and developers who are
looking at Bremerton as well as citizens, who have been waiting,
that the City is united, speaking in one voice and carry out the
plans for 1990.
Michael Conno11¥, Bremer's Trust, stated he had several concerns
about Mayor Mentor's proposal as they affect the property interests
of the Bremer Trust. He supports the plan adopted by the City and
would like to see it go forward, but he did agree that the early
completion of the boardwalk, if the City can afford it, should take
precedent. What concerns him is the future of the waterfront park.
There either is or is not a commitment to proceed. As Trustee his
primary concern is protection of the upland properties from spot
development that might cut off the Trust properties from the
waterfront. The park serves to provide that protection as well as
provide needed open space for the citizens of'Bremerton. From his
view point, the City's agreement to provide that protection was a
fundamental element of the assignment of the harbor leases to the
Port. To the extent the City's commitment is ambiguous, then he
is exposed to risks that he cannot accept and will of necessity
have to seek that protection in other ways, which he does not wish
to do so. Me has expressed these concerns to Mayor Mentor and he
was assured that the City is committed to the park and that it will
be constructed, either by a developer or by the City alone.
Moreover, he assured him that nothing disadvantageous to the upland
properties will happen in the interim. Therefore, he accepts these
assurances at face value but his support of the Mayor's proposal
is qualified and contingent upon them. And, he pointed out that
many people see the waterfront park and demolition of the Bremerton
Lumber building as substantial waterfront improvements on their own
merits. If there is to be a delay in initiating these projects,
he wants some assurance that such a decision is not seen as a
breach of faith on the part of the Trust. He emphasized that the
Trust remains ready to fulfill its obligations in that regard.
Equally, when the time comes, he would expect the support of the
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City extending the permit so that the Trust still has the 4 1/2
years from completion as was originally agreed to. Lastly, he
pointed out that the agreement with the Port specifically reserves
to the Trust the right to operate parking on the tidelands until
such time as the shoreside improvements of the City and Port shall
preclude that use. That provision obviates the need for the City
to address an interim use as proposed in Resolution #2289. With
those assurances he supported the deferral of the waterfront Dark
until completion of the boardwalk project.
Ray White, representing the Executive Board of the Economic
Development Council (EDC), stated he and his Board were in favor
of the Mayor's proposal. He noted the primary change in the
Mayor's proposal was the width of the boardwalk and he recognized
the timing proposed might vary into 1991. He concurred with Mr.
Connolly's remarks and feels Mayor Mentor has assured that the
overall waterfront project is going as planned.
James Robinson, 4904 Kitsap Way, representing Bremerton Area
Chamber Of Commerce and as a member of the Waterfront Design
Committee, stated it was with genuine excitement and anticipation
that activity on the waterfront is going to actually happen. He
applauded the elected leaders of the City who have worked hard and
cooperatively with each other as well as the other significant
players - Port Of Bremerton, Department Of Transportation, property
owners, Historical Ships Association. The Chamber Of Commerce
supports the waterfront design plan adopted by the Council in
September 1989. They recognize and accept the reasoning behind
changing the configuration of the boardwalk and changing the
construction sequence or priority. They would like to be assured
that the linear park will become a reality and they urged the
Council to include that open space park in any final design and
that it take its appropriate place in the development and funding
sequence. Mr. Robinson read into the record the official action
of the Chamber Board Of Directors.
Guy Stitt, P.O. Box 30, Bremerton, representing Clyde Strickland
and the Bremerton/Kitsap County Visitor and Convention Bureau
(VCB), stated the VCB strongly supports any efforts that the City
can make that would help move the City towards revitalization along
the waterfront. And, each step taken should be built on previous
steps, when possible. The VCB can make excellent use of open
spaces, accommodating festivals, street fairs, tours, reunions,
etc. Mr. Stitt stated, as a downtown business owner, he supports
the Mayor's proposal even through it may appear to be a risk,
however, he encouraged the Council to "go for it".
Carl Cramer, representing the Turner Joy Foundation, stated
placement of the Turner Joy on the waterfront is soon to become a
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reality after several years of working toward that goal. Last week
the State Legislature included in the State budget $256,000 in
matching funds for the Turner Joy project. Their funding campaign
will be starting soon and they received notification today that on
April 6 their honorary Chairmen Congressman Norm Dicks and
Secretary Of State Ralph Munro will be in Bremerton for a luncheon
in support of the funding campaign. Once the Turner Joy is placed
on the waterfront, there will be a need to provide access for the
public as well as other related activities, such as reunions, etc.
The more inviting and interesting we can make the activities area
around the Turner Joy the more chance there is of success for the
Turner Joy itself as well as the whole waterfront development. He
urged the Council to make a quick resolution so that movement can
go forward on the waterfront.
Don Atkinson, representing Bremerton Main Street Association,
stated they were very much in support of the waterfront
developments as have been envisioned and as suggested for
modification by Mayor Mentor. They agree with the broadening of
the boardwalk to accommodate greater capacities as far as people
and activities. Main Street Association has recently made a major
investment in a new downtown festival, which is planned for fall
1990, made additional investment in Bremerton's Armed Forces
Festival and are very excited about not only the physical
improvements but the program improvements that are occurring in
this community.
Don Larson, 135 Rainier Avenue, stated he was impressed with Mayor
Mentor's proposal and questioned if there would be room to expand
the marina in future years as interest grew in drawing boaters to
this area?
Del Knauss, 139 Olympic Avenue, stated during the last election for
Mayor and City Council he chose to support those people who he felt
would govern Bremerton with a long-range view toward improving the
City. Mayor Mentor's proposal is an excellent plan that sets the
stage for things to come.
Dusty Rhodes, President Sheridan Neighborhood Association, stated
that he feels Mayor Mentor's recommendation is the right way to go.
If the boardwalk is built out of concrete, maintenance will be
negligible whereas creosote piling will pollute as well as having
to be replaced periodically as would a wooden boardwalk. And, if
the linear park is built, he hoped developers would be just as
willing to help pay their share as the City.
Clint Shinkle, downtown businessman, applauded everyone on their
unanimity of their views on what should happen on the waterfront
and development of the waterfront plan. He feels there are some
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concerns regarding wording of the resolution and he recommended
amending the wording to include the linear park. Currently it was
identified as an "interim use area" and not specifically as a park.
He pointed out it was just 30 days after the Park vote and during
this discussion it is being proposed to leave out the linear park.
The voters have spoken they want more open space and parks and
everyone has agreed on the need to move ahead on the proposed
design, then the only thing left to do is to amend the resolution
to reflect those facts.
Satia Goff, Vice President Of Hagger Company, representing several
owners of downtown properties, stated she supports the plan and is
in favor of widening the boardwalk, making it more useful. She
believes that everyone is committed to a park. In the event that
the Trust does find a developer for properties on the waterfront
she looks to that developer sharing in some of the development
costs of a park. This would provide some flexibility for the Trust
as well as the developer'and the City could benefit by added
dollars from an outside source.
Rich Hanna, Acting City Clerk, read into the record a letter from
Marry Crutcher, 1530 Elizabeth Street, in support of Mayor Mentor's
proposal.
President Horton reminded Council that at the end of 1989 they
approved a Special Use Permit for expanded parking on the Bremerton
Lumber site. It was an negotiated agreement and as part of that
there was a vast number of the community who worked hard to see
that project went forward. What that entailed was the demolition
of the Bremerton Lumber building and as part of that the Bremer's
Trust would provide landscape buffers between the cleared area and
park area. She urged Council to meet and uphold the commitment
that was made at that time. She presented amendments to the
proposed resolutions (identified as Resolution 2289(B) and
Resolution 2290(B)). The amendments recognize the linear park
(inner harbor park) and makes it the second priority after the
boardwalk project.
Mr. Overson expressed concern that the City is putting all
available funds into one project and he feels the City must get the
most for their investment. He questioned the financial estimate
on cost of developing the project ($30.00 per foot) and asked how
much confidence is there in that estimate? Mr. Pratt stated that
figure was given to an architect, who the City had hired, and the
figure represents recent average costs for overwater construction
in urban areas in the northwest region. Mr. Overson suggested
shortening the width of the boardwalk by seven feet and utilize the
difference in cost to fund the linear park. This would provide a
completed waterfront area - providing a true gateway into the City
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of Bremerton. l~r. Pratt stated what he presented is the Mayor's
proposed site plan. It is a general site plan and is designed only
to indicate what programs will take place on the waterfront that
will be publicly funded and in relation to other programs where
they will take place. The project represents 16,300 feet at $30,00
per foot - $489,000 project. In discussion with the Mayor, they
decided to represent the project proposed to be built at an
approximate $400%000 expense - give or take 15~. It is not certain
how this project will be achieved, they do believe they are "in the
ball park" to get going and to come back to Council with exact
number. In reference to the Hotel/Motel money .... it is not doing
the City any good in the bank. It was his understanding that the
State Legislature was proposing to unburden the City of letting
funds like that sit in the bank...saying if you don't allocate
those funds in a short period of time we will use them for State
projects. Lastly, a common method of financing capital project in
cities is to use revenue bonds and to pledge revenue streams such
as Real Estate Excise Tax and Hotel/Motel Tax over the number of
years it would take to build that project. Kitsap County did just
that with the Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. Mr. Overson stated he
could support the $489,000 if both phases are completed as proposed
in September 1989. He did not support committing Real Estate
Excise Tax and Hotel/Motel Tax funds to be earned in the future to
fund this project.
Mr. Waibel stated what was important to look at was the resolution
proposes: (1) look at the design and determine costs; (2) first
thing to be completed is a boardwalk; (3) make sure that it
connects up to the Turner Joy; (4) try and make sure the PSNS
Centennial Park is ready by the PSNS centennial. If there are any
funds left over after the initial projects, then consideration can
be given to the linear park. The priorities established in the
resolution are ones that no one in this City should be against, in
fact there hasn't even been much opposition from the public.
Mr. Johnson questioned if there was any affect on current permits,
EIS statements, etc.? Mr. Pratt stated no permits have been
applied for any of the projects discussed. All of the
environmental work has been done on the Downtown Waterfront Urban
Renewal Plan and the Shoreline Master Plan and both of these
projects would be in conformance. The changes proposed are within
the scope of the plans previously approved by the Department Of
Ecology. Mr. Johnson questioned if there was coordination of all
the entities involved for all the heavy equipment work, in the
water and shoreside so that when the pile drivers are brought in
all their work will be done in tandem all the way from the Turner
Joy to the Ferry Terminal? Mt.Pratt stated there had been some
coordination...the Port is in the process of building the floating
pier right now, the marina project and boardwalk project can go
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concurrently, in fact, it has been determined there will be a joint
design of the linkage from the marina to the boardwalk. The Turner
Joy project with the Port is uncertain as to when the pile driving
is happening and this portion of the project from 2nd Street to 4th
Street is not funded, therefore it is not possible to project a
construction schedule. Mr. Johnson ~uestioned if the pile driving
work would be done from the water side or upland side. l~r. Pratt
stated mostly from the water side - and he estimated 50~ of the
work on the boardwalk would happen from each side. This does not
depict all of the utilities that need to be in place on and under
the pier in order to serve the vessel and serve the public use of
the area...that will all be shoreside work. Mr. Johnson questioned
if he could assume by late fall the City will have completed the
heavy work so at that point park construction could begin? Mr.
Pratt stated the schedule given by the architect says that based
on a mid-March start they can have the project out to bid by mid-
July and a 4-month construction period which would put the
completion in the fall. Mr. Johnson questioned if the money for
design and layout of the park would be the only money available to
spend in 19907 Mr. Pratt stated there is already a lot of design
work completed on the park and it is well on its way to go out to
bid so it won't take a lot of work to coordinate the two. One key
item in the discussion is the fact that the boardwalk from 2nd
Street to the Turner Joy is not a secured funded project. This is
subject to a $500,000 EDA grant, approval of that is partially
based on local ability to generate funding and have adjoining
projects in place. The City is being very careful not to make the
offer to do that project, but with a clear priority that project
represents to the City. Mr. Johnson questioned if there had been
a date set for demolition of the Bremerton Lumber building? Mr.
Pratt stated the Bremer Trust has taken out the necessary permits
to demolish the building and that permit is good for 180 days. The
Shoreline Permit required them to start work within one year.
Mr. Estes requested clarification of the terms "boardwalk" and
"walkway". Mr. Pratt stated that is to be determined in the design
and what is being requested is the resolution to approve the hiring
of an architect and identifying the projects they'll design. One
of the things they will be requested to provide rather quickly is
what kind of surface materials will be used so the public has an
idea what it will look and feel like. During previous visits to
areas that had overwater facilities both concrete and wood
construction were viewed and the consensus at that time was
preference for concrete. Mr. Estes pointed out if the boardwalk
were reduced in width from 30 feet to 27 feet it would severely
limit activities, such as festivals, etc. He suggested keeping to
the 30 foot width. And, he emphasized the fact that since Council
had taken previous actions, before his coming on the Council, he
felt those commitments should be maintained. He noted he and Mayor
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Mentor were rookies at this and were not in on the discussion and
decisions made last year.
Mr. Horninu stated the Council did make a commitment in September
and pointed out Resolution #2289(B) puts the linear park as a
second priority, which would be his preference so that the lumber
yard building comes down and cleaned up. He questioned if the
Council supported the park without dollar figures would that not
still allow the City to go out for a overwater park bid (hopefully
concrete) and then look for funding for the linear park? Mr. Pratt
stated the issue that the Mayor and he wanted to speak to is the
concern over funding and what happens with the Turner Joy and that
will probably not happen as quickly as the bids would come in on
the boardwalk. Mr. Hornin~ stated by not supporting the original
motion (Resolution ~2289) but supporting Resolution #2289(B}, which
puts the linear park in second position in priority (which he
believes is proper because of the commitment made to Olympic
College and the community), it seems to him that the City will wait
to see where the dollars come in and if there is only funding
available for the boardwalk the City is still committed to the
linear park in the future. Mr. Pratt stated it is the Mayor's and
Administration's position that the first priorities are to do the
1st to 2nd Street, 2nd Street to Turner Joy and the PSNS Centennial
Park and after their completion take up the other items at a
secondary level. This does not preclude your suggestion of dealing
with it later, the Administration proposes that it not be dealt
with at this time. Mr. Hornin~ stated he disagreed only in that
Council made a commitment in September 1989 to this public that the
linear park be funded and he supports putting it in second
position.
Mr. Collins stated there are two major things that have happened
since making that commitment in September: (1) now 994 sure that
the Turner Joy will be afloat on the waterfront, which was not
known before; (2) prior to the first of the year the %2 item in the
Mayor's proposal is that a Centennial Plaza will be constructed.
Prior to the first of the year there was no Centennial Plaza. The
Council had no knowledge of anything except that a park would be
placed on 2nd Street. Therefore, based on the changes that took
place he supported Mayor Mentor's proposal.
Mr. Colvin stated originally he was prepared to oppose the Mayor's
proposal, however, he questioned if the plan nullifies the
commitment made on the linear park? Mayor Mentor stated absolutely
not - the City is remaining faithful to the concept and will work
with a developer or Bremer Trust. President Horton stated
according to the proposed motion supporting Resolution #2289, it
calls for the City to work on "interim use" of that inner harbor
line where the linear park is now proposed, which is in direct
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opposition to the plan that was adopted by the City Council in
September 1989. Mr. Colvin questioned if the only permit that can
be issued for that area is for the linear park? Mayor Mentor
stated in order to do anything different at that site the City
would have to go through a number of changes. He noted Dr.
Connolly addressed the term of "interim use" when he stated the
agreement was until something would be done there the Bremer Trust
would use it for parking. What needs to be resolved is that the
PSNS Centennial Plaza needs to be addressed at this time due to the
fact that their centennial is in 1991. What isn't known is what
funds will be available at the end of 1990. There is a possibility
when a developer comes along the City would be in a position to
work with that developer, which could mean additional funding for
development of the park. The City has other projects, such as
Smith Cove or the sports complex and funds will be needed to carry
out development of those areas. Therefore, if the City waits until
a developer comes along they may end up contributing an amount
toward the park, such as $130,000, which would then free up City
funds to be used on other park areas.
Mr. Dawkins stated in past years concrete slabs were dumped along
the shoreline and he is concerned about what kind of conditions the
City will find along the shoreline and doubted the $30.00 per sq.
ft., price quote for construction. He suggested waiting until a
bid proposal identified actual costs before approving either
resolution. He noted Flagship and the Bremerton Area Chamber of
Commerce supported the linear park proposal and if a boardwalk is
to be built he supported that it be extended to the Turner Joy.
President Horton action at this time is to set priorities so that
activities can go forward and bid proposals obtained and then
review what the actual funding needs will be. Unless Council
upholds support of the linear park and the commitment to the
community, she felt it would just disappear.
Mr. Johnson did support keeping the linear park as a priority but
not in the position of "second place". He pointed out the need to
keep the PSNS Centennial Park in second place due to time
constraints. He stated the City's planning for the linear park
should be done in conjunction with planning/development of the
centennial park. He supported Resolution #2289(B) with slight
amendment to the priority items.
Mr. Collins expressed concern that placement of the harbor masters
office placement had not been determined at this time and the
decision as to where it will be placed was in the hands of the
Port; therefore, he felt it would be advisable to place the linear
park on the priority list as #4 with anticipation of a funding
commitment by January 1992.
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Mr. Overson pointed out Resolution 2289(B) represents the best of
what was being presented to Council. The (B) version includes the
entirety of the waterfront development project that has been talked
about by everyone for some time.
Mr. Waibel stated if Resolution #2289 is not passed as presented,
then version Resolution #2289(B) needs to be modified to place the
linear park in final position, not second position.
Mr. Colvin raised the question, for clarification, if Resolution
#2289 is approved this would not nullify the linear park? Mr.
Waibel. stated it would not nullify the park, it is still included
in the plan and would be in fourth position. Ian Sievers, City
Attorney, stated in Resolution #2289 it talks about an "interim
use" for that land rather than as a park, which is the real
distinction. The use defined for that area is different in each
of the resolutions.
Mr. Horninu pointed out development of the linear park would be of
added benefit to the area for future uses such as fairs/festivals.
If Resolution 2289(B) is adopted the Mayor would have all of the
funding needed for the boardwalk in 1990 and as a follow on the
park can be developed by either the City or a developer.
~1278 M/S/C/F(Waibel/Collins) to approve Resolution 2289, as presented.
Vote: In Favor: Waibel, Collins, Colvin
Opposed: Estes, Homing, Dawkins, Johnson, Overson,
Horton
Motion failed.
Mr. Collins pointed out the resolutions do not identify the
priority for getting to the Turner Joy and suggested adding it to
the motion as position #3. Mr. Waibel stated there is no need to
do that at this time as it would not be funded by City money. Mr.
Hornina stated the Turner Joy access is identified under the
section stating, "BE It Further Resolved..." of the ordinance. Mr.
Pratt
stated the Mayor's proposal was as follows: 1st priority -
overwater park and Turner Joy access; 2nd priority Centennial
Plaza; and 3rd priority - interim use of land.
~2379 M/S/C/(Johnson/Colvin) to approve Resolution #2289(B), regarding
development schedule for central business district waterfront, and
amended to place the inner harbor (linear) park in the same
priority position as the PSNS Centennial - priority #2.
Vote: In Favor: Homing, Dawkins, Johnson, Colvin, Overson,
Estes, Horton,
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Opposed: Waibel, Collins
President Homing stated the only difference between Resolution
#2290 and Resolution #2290(B) is recognizing the Special Use Permit
and the expansion of the Bremerton Lumber site provides landscape
buffering for the PSNS Plaza and the inner harbor (linear) park.
Mr. Collins stated it appears that the City is increasing the scope
on what was intended in Resolution #2289 in that only the PSNS
Centennial Plaza and inner harbor Dark was identified with no
additional facilities for the area all the way up 2nd Street.
President Horton stated by the inclusion of Item "H", which is in
the motion, it refers to the PSNS Plaza and the inner harbor park
because the Special Use Permit will provide a landscape buffering
for that park area. She pointed out the PSNS Centennial Plaza
would take in the area on 2nd Street from the inner harbor line to
the alley and 30 ft., right-of-way.
Mr. Waibel questioned if the City was part of the Special Use
Permit application? Mr. Pratt stated no - but part of the findings
of fact that led to the approval of that Conditional Use Permit was
a findiDg that the Bremer Trust had cooperated with the City in
furthering the City site plan and that the Trust plans for the area
were in coordination with the City's. Mr. Connoll¥ stated the main
buffering that will go along with the demolition of the Bremerton
Lumber site is providing landscaping on their property to
compliment the park. He assumed they would either coordinate their
efforts with the City or in some fashion contribute toward City
efforts in one central contract. Lastly, if the construction of
the park is being moved back then he wants to make sure his 4 1/2
years time table starts from the time the park is actually
completed. And, he did not want to go onto the Bremerton Lumber
site and make improvements until he knows the work on the boardwalk
(made of concrete) isn't going to destroy some of what he is going
to do. Mr. Waibel pointed out Bremer's Trust income source from that property was
not blocked by park construction or landscapin§activities.
~APE #717 Mayor Mentor thanked the City Council for their deliberations and
he agrees whole heartily with Dr. Connolly - the issue is timing
and cooperation of all the projects.
Mr. Collins questioned if any of the Council's decisions had
delayed the boardwalk? Mr. Pratt stated nothing was done to delay
the boardwalk, it did delay the time of construction of the linear
park as it was ready to go out to bid in 4-6 weeks with
construction commencing in a couple of months. However, it is his
feeling that construction on the boardwalk can be underway in 4-5
months.
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Mr. Collins questioned if there is a difference in the overall
schedule now that Resolution #2289(B) was passed, which moved an
integral part of this into a place where it should not be? Mr.
Pratt stated no, the actions taken at this time did not lock the
City into that strict a schedule. For example, the Ferry Terminal
park is very close and ready to go as is the small pathway (fully
funded) even though both of those are below the priority level it
is his understanding that if he comes back with designs and funding
Council will not have a problem with saying go ahead on them.
Mr. Collins stated as there had not been a vote on Resolution
#2290(B) since he made his last ballot he would like to change his
ballot to concur with Resolution #2289(B). Mr. ~aibel stated based
on the explanation just given and the fact that nothing has been
lost on the final two projects he would like to change his vote on
Resolution #2289(B), making it a unanimous vote for the resolution.
~0171 Mr. Colvin requested a reconsideration of the vote taken on
Resolution #2289(B)
Vote: A unanimous vote was cast for Resolution #2289(B)
~0182 M/S/C/U(Horning/Johnson) to approve Resolution #2290(B), regarding
an amendment to Downtown Waterfront Boardwalk General Concept Plan.
With no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, CITY CLERK
APPROVED
LYNN NORTON, Council President
City of Bremerton
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