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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 18, 1989
The regular meeting of the City Council of the Clty of Bremerton
was called to order in the City Council Chambers, 239 4Th Street,
Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday, January 18, 1989 at 5:30 p.m.,
with Council Acting President Hank Waibel presiding. Council
members present were Lon Overson, Lynn Horton, Shirley Marry
Crutcher, Russ Jonnson, Morrie Dawkins, Ai Coivin and C.R.
"Tiny~' Collins. Council President Spencer Horning was absent.
Also present were City Attorney ~an Sievers and Deputy City
Clerk Gil Johnson.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council
Acting President Hank Waibei and Invocation was given by Reverend
George Brown ef First Methodist Church.
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CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Meeting held - January 4, 1989, #AB89-013
M/S/C/U(Crutcher/Dawkins) 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/Crutcher) on January 18, 1989~ the Council does
approve for payment those vouchers included and further described
as follows: 40722r 40723, 40724, 40866 through 40972 and 40978
through 41078 in the total amount of $227,733.3i.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Overson reported Fiscal and Budget Committee will meet
January 24 - the agenda for that meeting is quite full so if you
have something to add please clear it with him. Also, the City
Council's 1989 Statements Of Legislative Intent will be included
in the Agenda packet for January 25...if anyone has any additions
or questions please contact him.
Mr. Crutcher reported on the successful Martin Luther King Jr.,
Scholarship Program event held Sunday, January 15, at the Kitsap
Golf & Country Club. Donations to the fund are still coming in
and currently three young people are being assisted through this
scholarship fund.
Mrs. Horton reported during the Council Operations meeting this
date discussion on street lighting was held with Puget Power
personnel. During this discussion lots of information was given,
nowever, the main problem for the City is the limited funding
resources. She anticipates having a report to Council by Monday,
January 23. On Saturday, January i4r she participated in a tour
of the Olympic View Landfill site. She ~ound this to be a very
informative opportunity and was pleased that the other elected
officials within the County desire to work together addressing
the management of solid waste within our communities. A meeting
of elected officials to further discuss the waste issue is
tentatively set for April 1989.
Mr. Johnson expressed how pleased he was that the other elected
of~iciais within the County are wishing to work together on the
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solid waste disposal issue. He
had been received to bring the
back on line, hoping to solve
occurring.
also reported that new software
Councii's Bulletin Board system
the problems that are currently
Mr. Colvin stated he also participated in the tour of the Olympic
View Landfill, found it very informative and also enjoyed meeting
other Council members from other cities. He noted that the
scheduled meeting in April of elected officials to discuss
disposal of solid waste is to be held at the Silverdale Hotel.
Mr. Dawkins reported he would be attending two meetings in
Olympia on Thursday, January 19: (1) proposal from EPA to
eliminate testing of some vehicles (Emission Control Standard);
and (2) the House and Senate Transportation Committees look at
long range report.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Deputy Clerk Gil Johnson read Proclamation recognizing the
ingenuity, knowledge and creative skills of engineers and the
contributions they nave made to mankind, whereby Mayor Gene Lobe
did proclaim the week cf February 19-25 as "ENGINEERS WEEK", and
urged all citizens to join in celebrating this year's observance
under the theme, "Engineers - turning ideas into reality".
Acting President Waibei presented the Prociamation to Mr. Ray
Stark, President of the local chapter of Washington Society of
Professional Engineers. Mr. Stark thanked the Mayor and City
Council for the proclamation and noted that their organization
seeks recognition not for themselves but to attract
students to the field of engineering. Acting President Waibel
added that 29~ of the City Council members are engineers.
6A - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) OVERSIZED LOADS ON CITY STREETS,
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Recently a traffic signal was severely damaged by an oversized
load being moved over City streets by a contractor. Repair of
the signal was quite costly and the contractor pointed out
(correctly so) that the B.M.C. allows for loads up to 16 feet
high to be moved without obtaining an oversized load limit
permit.
The purpose of this revision to Ordinance No. 3564 is: 1) to
revise the existing ordinance so that all loads greater than 14
feet high be required to obtain an Oversized Loan Permit; 2) all
permlt applications be approved by the City Engineer; 3)
notification time to be increased; 4) deposlt, liability
insurance and permit fee be increased to better reflect present
costs.
Ian Sievers, City Attorney, noted several changes include
removal of several coverages of the bond, which are more normally
purchased as part of the property and liability insurance
required; and, clarification of exceptions.
Mr. Dawkins questioned the two week time frame for issuance of a
permiE...what would happen if someone came into the City not
being aware of the requirements and needing ~o pass through in a
timely manner? Mr. Baker explained if they had traveled over
State Highways they would be under the same criteria as City's
guidelines.
Mrs. Horton questioned, for ciarification, the section relating
to dollies? Mr. Baker explained "dollies," as referred to in the
ordinance, pertain to large size dollies used to move houses,
etc., not "hand trucks" used by local furniture/appliance
businesses.
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Mr. Overson questioned if there is a direct correlation between
City guidelines and the State guidelines? Mr. Baker explained
not in the past, however, the proposed ordinance would bring the
City's requirements in line with State requirements.
Mr. Johnson questioned do we have a concern in the area of length
of trucks, such as extended trailer types? Mr. Baker stated
there is always concern, however, over-the-road type trucks are
governed more by State and Federal requirements. The proposed
ordinance relates more to house moving trucks, etc.
Acting President Waibel questioned if there are weight
restrictions on certain arterial roads? Mr. Baker stated weight
restrictions were not included in this ordinance, however, the
weight restrictions followed by the City are the State
guidelines.
M/S/C/U(Crutcher/Colvin) to approve Ordinance, on first reading,
relating to the transportation of oversize loads upon the streets
of the City of Bremerton and amending Chapter 10.24 of the
Bremerton Municipal Code.
6B - ORDINANCE #4184 (SECOND READING) AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF
A $1.5 MILLION TAX ANTICIPATION NOTE, #AB89-011
M/S/C/U(Colvin/Horton) to pass Ordinance ~4184 on second reading,
authorizing the issuance of tax anticipation notes for the
purpose of paying City expenses pending the receipt of general
City taxes; creating a note redemption fund; and providing for
the sale of those notes to Prudential-Bache Securities inc., of
Seattle, Washington.
6C - ORDINANCE #4185 (SECOND READING) METHOD OF PAYMENT OF
COUNCIL SALARY, #AB89-012
M/S/C/U(Coliins/Coivin) to pass Ordinance #4185, on second
reading, setting forth the method of payment of salary for the
Bremerton City Council and amending Ordinance #4009.
7A - PUBLIC HEARING - SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT,
LOCATION: BREMERTON FERRY TERMINAL/FIRST & WASHINGTON, APPLICANT:
WSDOT/MARINE DIVISION, #AB89-014
The City Council, acting as the Shorelines Hearing Board at a
public hearing on 8/31/88, continued the application review to
provide time for the applicant to revise the application to
include development of facilities without shutting down the
vehicular ferry service for 40-pius days. The request is to
approve a revised and expanded Shoreline Substantial Development
Permit for redeveiopment of the existing ferry slip (No. 1), the
construction of a new ferry slip (No. 2), reiocation of the
passenger-only ferry slip to the east end of the 1st Street Dock
and related improvements (new Duikhead, pedestrian walk, traffic
control devices, etc.)
Council action is required because the proposed development is
located within 200 feet of Sinclair Inlet a shoreline of
statewide significance, in the Bremerton Shoreline Master Program
jurisdiction.
Acting President Hank Waibel asked the "appearance Of
Fairness/Conflict Of Interest" question with all Council members
present being seated.
Jack Allingham, Planning Division, started his presentation with
a view foil depicting the proposed repair and modification of the
existing ferry facility. It incorporates the construction of a
concrete trestle that parallels the shoreline, extending 10 ft.
in places seaward in the existing facility. Also included is the
reconstruction of the concrete trestle, transfer span, transfer
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span towers and a new sheet pile Duikhead in front of the
existing bul~heado
Since the previous public hearing, the Council requested review
o~ the possibilities of constructing a new slip. The Department
o~ Transportation has amended the plan to show a new proposed
slip with a transfer span, transfer span towers, wingwalls and
located some distance offshore some 100 pile dolphins. This will
involve relocating the existing foot-passenger only ferry to the
end of the First Street Dock, using the same barge, gang planks
and cylindrical steel piles. This barge is readily removable in
the event the proposed fishing pier for this area is constructed.
Minor components of the
concrete barriers to
walkway.
construction include
separate auto traffic
traffic islands,
from pedestrian
Mr. Allinqham stated there is one issue involved in this
application and it has to do with Department Of Fisheries
restriction of pile driving during the months March 15 through
June 15. During these months juvenile salmon migration along the
shoreline occurs. The Department of Fisheries states that the
plle driving will interfere with this migration, therefore,
restricting pile driving at night thereby allowing pile driving
only during daylight hours during the March i5 - June 15 period.
The Department of TransporEation may or may not need these months
to undergo this project, nowever, in the event they do, there is
a condition in the shoreline permit, recommended by staff, to
allow pile driving during daylight hours until 11:00 p.m.
The Shoreline Substantial Development is reviewed under three
criteria: (1) consistency wi~h the policies and procedures of the
State Coastal Management Act; (2) consistency with the 1977
Bremerton Shoreline Management Master Program (BSMMP); (3)
consistency with the Bremerton Comprehensive Plan. Staff finds
that this application is consistent with all three criteria.
Mr. Allin~ham read into
recommended by staff:
the record the following conditions
1. Stormwater run-off shall be collected and then passed through
oil/water separators prior to being discharged from the site.
The oil/water separator system design shall be approved by the
City Engineer.
2. The oil/water separator system shall be regularly maintained
by the applicant/developer to insure its maximum efficiency and
operation.
3. The applicant/developer shall work with the Director Of
Community Development or his appointee to coordinate materials,
colors, and landscaping that are consistent with existing ferry
terminal and proposed development o~ the City's downtown
waterfront, including the Ist Street Pier.
4. The applicant/developer shall work with the Port of Bremerton
and the City of Bremerton and provide covered pedestrian
passenger ferry walks and holding area between the ferry terminal
building and the boarding station (at the point of boarding the
ferry) of the passenger-only ferries. This covered facility
shall be in place at the time of completion of the floating
breakwater/fishing pier, or December 31, 1989, whichever is
sooner.
5. Pile driving during the months of March 15 and June 15 shall
be only allowed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., to
insure the least disturbance to commercial and residential uses
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within sound distance of the project. Pile driving during all
other months shall be restricted to the hours of 7:00 a.m., to
7:00 p.m., subject to the approval of an Administrative Variance
to Noise Standards. Mr. Allin~ham explained that pile driving
will be exceeding noise standards BMC Chapter 6, Section 32.
Jerry Daniels, Project Development Engineer WSDOT, stated he
received a copy of the Shore Line Permit Application and was
aware of everything except for the item relating to covered
walkways. He noted that as far as being able to provide the
covered walkway as part of the 1st Street Dock passenger-only
facility may not be possible by the date specified. He
explained that it was their intent to construct a permanent
passenger-only facility in coordination with the Port of
Bremerton and Department Of Fisheries with funding coming from
the next biennium. Therefore, he was not sure the WSOT could
support the proposed date for construction of a covered walkway
for the passenger-only ferry.
Linda Croix, Horluck Transportation, explained the Port Orchard
passenger ferry service~ provided by Horiuck Transportation, will
be moved from its current location to the First Street dock upon
construction of the fishing pier. Therefore, they are looking
for assistance in providing some type of covered area for
passengers to wait prior to boarding the ferry.
Mr. Allinqham expiained the covered passenger-only ioading area
is being requested under Ehe Comprehensive Plans, health and
safety aspect. The condition is worded so that it has some
flexibility to work with the applicants and how this is to be
provided. Until a permanent structure can be provided in future
bienniums as stated by Mr. Daniels, a structure that has been
utilized in the past will suffice for that condition. Mrs.
Croix's concern about the other ferry service will be addressed
with the development of the proposed fishing pier.
Mr. Johnson stated he would support having a temporary type
covered waiting area for passenger-only service for one winter
however, questioned how would DOT feel about providing the
permanent covered walkway by the end of the first year or by the
next biennium? Mr. Daniels stated in the proposal before the
Council at this time, the reiocation of the passenger-only ferry
involves movement of the barge to the First Street Dock and does
not include a permanent covered waiting area. They feel the
terminal building itself is adequate and sufficient for whatever
waiting area is needed and that it is close enough for the
passengers to board. He noted that a temporary tent type covered
area could be considered within the existing budget. Mr. Johnson
questioned if the passenger-only ferry service would be
handicapped accessible? Mr. Daniels stated the current
handicapped access is marginal at best. Primarily it is because
the length of the gang planks (to be used during the reiocation),
and short section of stairway from the landing at the end of the
gang planks down to the barge. Mr. Johnson questioned if the new
permanent facility for the passenger-only ferry be handicapped
accessible? Mr. Daniels stated yes. Mr. Pratt pointed out that
the current passenger-only ferry service is handicapped
accessible with assist and the proposed permanent passenger-only
ferry service will be handicapped accessible. Mr. Johnson
questioned who would have control of signage? Mr. Pratt stated
Admiral ParKer has exchanged letters with Mayor Lobe offering to
make space avaiiabie for the City to develop and maintain a
welcome to Bremerton sign on the facility. Also, the Ferry
System has agreed to the soft wording in the areas of color and
design details. Mr. Johnson questioned if a supplemental transit
plan will be developed to assist commuter users of the vehicle
ferry during the 6-day shutdown? Mr. Daniels explained
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discussion has been held which proposes that during construction
work on the ferry slip it may be possible to provide passenger-
only service via a vehicle ferry by moving the contractor out of
the slip long enough for the ferry to dock and off load
passengers during peak commuter morning and evening hours. He
noted the only time anticipated to shut down the passenger-only
vessel/First Street Dock Project is over a weekend.
Mrs. Horton questioned if the proposed conditions relating to
stormwater separation will be adequate for the next few years
considering Federal regulations? Mr. Allin~ham stated quite
likely it won't if future regulations require the stormwater
system to De pumped through a secondary treatment plant ~aciiity
- this type of discharge system will not provide that. However,
it would allow collection oi the stormwater which could be
contained and then processed through a treatment system later via
a greater general transport system.
Mr. Johnson thanked the Ferry System Eor their well thought out
plan and spirit of cooperation. And, he questioned what would
happen if the work required was not completed during the 6-day
shutdown? Ian Sievers, City Attorney, stated there are
substantial civil penalties for violation of the Shoreline Act-
at least $1,000 per day as well as injunction relief.
Mr. Dawkins questioned if there will be three passenger-only
ferries in the system by the time the project is complete? Mr.
Daniels stated they are expecting the two new boats to arrive by
July and hopefully in service 16 hours per day by August. In
answer to the question regarding the 6-day shutdown, he stated
they have had enough experience in this type of work to make a
very close estimate of required time as well as including
incentives in the contractor to meet or beat deadlines. Mr.
Daniels compiimented City staff ior their assistance in getting
the whole package together as presented at this time.
Mr. Dawkins questioned if the DOT knows when the 6-day shutdown
may occur? Mr. Daniels stated he could not say at this time,
however, it will depend on when the contract is executed. Because
of the time constraints on pile driving it will be the middle of
summer before considerable amount of work can be undertaken - but
he guessed mid-way through the contract (june/July).
Acting President Waibel questioned how long would the pile
driving take if able to start during the short periods? Mr.
Daniels explained normally 6-10 piling can be driven per day on a
|q-hour day, however, he estimates 5-piiing per day due to the
shortened daylight hours which would come to approximately 3-
weeks of pile driving. Acting President Waibel thanked WSDOT for
the positive step in working out the problems in the prior
proposal and working toward the improvement oE ferry service for
the Bremerton area.
M/S/C/U(Johnson/Colvin) to approve the Shoreline Substantial
Development Permit for the improvements to the Bremerton Ferry
Terminal to include the following:
1. New 260-ft long sheet pile bulkhead, nine feet high;
2. New concrete trestle along the bulkhead over the water;
3. New transfer span, transfer span tower, bridge seat and new
concrete trestle for Siip #1 (existing south slip);
4. New trestle, towers, wingwalls and two new 100 pile dolphins
and reiocation of the existing transfer span from Slip #1 to new
slip #2 (north slip);
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5. Relocate to the s Street Dock the existing passenger-only
facility landing which consists of the 30-ft. x 105-ft. barge and
two 6-ft. x 60-ft. gangplanks (ramps);
6. Construct traffic islands,
related signage;
curbs,
traffic barriers and
Development shall be undertaken
mitigating conditions:
subject to the following
1. Stormwater run-off shall be collected and then passed through
oil/water separators prior to being discharged from the site.
The oil/water separator system design shall be approved by the
City Engineer.
2. The oil/water separator system shall be regularly maintained
by the applicant/developer to insure its maximum efficiency and
operation.
3. The applicant/developer shall work with the Director of
Community Development or his appointee to incorporate materials,
colors, and landscaping that are consistent with existing ferry
terminal and proposed development of the City's downtown
waterfront, including the 1st St. pier.
4. The applicant/developer shall work with the Port of Bremerton
and the City of Bremerton and provide covered pedestrian
passenger ferry walks and holding area between the ferry termiani
building and the boarding station (at the point of boarding the
ferry) of the passenger-only ferries. And that the time for
completion of the permanent covered walkway and permanent
passenger ferry slip be established as the end of the first year
of the next biennium of the State of Washington and if that
cannot be done the Ferry System needs to return to Council for
negotiations.
5. Pile driving during the months of March 15 and June 15 shall
be only allowed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., to
insure thate least disturbance to commercial and residential uses
within sound distance of the project. Pile driving during all
other months shall be restricted To the hours Detween 7:00 a.m.
and 7:00 p.m.
Mr. Johnson requested the Ferry System Public Relations personnel
make an extra effort both on this side of the Sound and in
Seattle in publicizing how the project is progressing.
With no further business meetin
KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, CITY CLERK
APPROVED
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