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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/07/89TAPE ~644 UNAPPROVED DRAFT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 7, 1989 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, June 7, 1989 at 5:30 p.m., with Council President Spencer Horning presiding- Council members present were Lon Overson, Shirley Marry Crutcher, Lynn Horton, Morrie Dawkins, C. R. "Tiny" Collins, A1 Colvin, Russ Johnson and Hank Waibel. Also present were City Attorney Ian Sievers and City Clerk Kathleen McCluskeY- The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council president Horning and Invocation was given by Reverend David Green of the Sylvan Way Baptist Church. #0019 CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of Meeting - May 17, 1989, #AB89-154 B. Minutes Of Meeting - May 24, 1989, #AB89-155 M/S/C/U(Waibel/Collins) to approve Consent Agenda as presented. #0035 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/Horton) on June 7, 1989 the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: 43644, 43645, 43651 through 43812 in the total amount of $348,069.89 and Regular payroll in the total amount of $376,850.58- COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Overson reported some traffic problems were experienced on Friday night during and after the Bremerton High School Graduation event and the Parking Committee is looking into types of control for future events in that area. He also felt the Council should be looking into reviewing and updating the City's Nuisance Ordinances, Noise Ordinances and Disturbing The Peace Ordinance- Mr. Waibel reported on Friday evening, June 2, he attended the installation of Councilman Colvin as the new President (King Lion) of the Bremerton central Lions Club. On Monday evening he toured the Lady Washington sailing ship and noted it was a beautiful ship, however, the headroom inside was rather low. He announced that people can sign up and learn how to sail a rigging ship and that it was originally built in Aberdeen. Mr. Johnson reported that over the weekend Kitsap Lake Park was overflowing with approximately 20 boat trailers parked on Price Road. The actual park area was filled up with picnickers, sunbathers etc. There was heavy traffic on the lake, with boats going the wrong way, motorized jet ski activity going back and forth and some practicing landing and takeoff of a seaplane. He cautioned the public to be mindful of the speed limit because if they don't the lake may become a no-motorized recreation area. He is aware that Ms. Ohlde is working on obtaining buoys and channel markers and hopefully patrols can be scheduled in the near future. He urged the public to please use common sense on the lake and be conscious of boating safety. Mr. Colvin thanked Councilmen Horning, Crutcher, Waibel and Dawkins for attending his installation event - it was an honor to him to have the Council so well represented- He announced the Bremerton TAPE #644 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 7, 1989 Page 2 of 8 Central Lions Club will hold a Pancake Stampede Breakfast on August 12. He is pleased Scalawag Fair will be held at the same time as he will be inviting lots of Lions Club members from lots of different areas to come and sample the Stampede Breakfast and take in the events sponsored by Scalawag. In the near future, there will be a formal public presentation of Certificates Of Appreciation for individuals and groups who participated in the Spring Clean Up effort. Mr. Dawkins reported he also attend Mr. Colvin's installation as President of the Bremerton Central Lions Club, which was a very enjoyable event. Mr. Collins reported Lady Washington is a beautiful ship and was pleased to have had the opportunity to view it while under construction. There is a sister ship to the Lady Washington under construction and he encouraged anyone interested to take a trip to Aberdeen to the Historical Seaport and observe the craftsmanship that is being put into this ship. This past weekend he observed activity on Kitsap Lake and was concerned over the actions of someone in a boat trying to out run a Seaplane taking off. On a serious note, Mr. Collins has been approached by residents in his neighborhood who had a signed petition (168 signatures) registering their protest the way vehicle and pedestrian traffic is being routed at the Bremerton Ferry dock. They note it is dangerous for pedestrians and near impossible for vehicular traffic to enter the dock area. The problem is not the Washington State Ferry System but the streets of Bremerton. They request the City of Bremerton remove the hazard before someone is injured at.great cost to the City. Mr. Collins stated the 168 individuals who signed the petition are continuing commuters. These people are brought to the ferry dock in private vehicles and dropped off. After reviewing the situation himself, he too feels the situation is serious. He passed the Petition to President Horning and requested that he pass it on to Mayor Lobe for some action toward making the City's streets more safe. President Morning accepted the petition and stated he would forward it to Mayor Lobe along with a follow up discussion regarding the concerns so stated. Mr. Horninu stated the past seven days have been very busy - celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the City Swimming Pool with Morrie Dawkins taking a active part in the celebration along with Vickie Vanneman, Assistant Parks Superintendent. He noted that over 800,000 visits to the swimming pool had been made during these past 10 years. On Tuesday evening, he attended a public recognition for the Parks and Recreation Department, noting that so many people care so much they have given many hours freely and with great love and good sport. On Saturday, June 3, at the Silverdale Mall, he witnessed the opening of Scout Expo and was greatly impressed with the event. He learned this event is the largest draw each year of people of all events held at the Mall. This date he attended the Kitsap Executive council meeting and noted a number of issues were discussed which give him hope for the future: (1) the Board Of Health has AIDS money (Kitsap County has 40 active cases of aids) from the State and one of the things being prepared right now is some sort of outreach program for street kids and the homeless in the downtown area. Currently there are two youth ministries working in the downtown area during evening hours. He congratulated the youth ministries but acknowledge that they can't do it alone and the Board of Health believes an outreach that can care for the youth on the medical side can get some of the young people in to seek help and giving them support during a very difficult time in their life. (2) In two months discussion will be held with all small Cities in Kitsap County on annexations, misunderstandings and good communications. PUBLIC RECOGNITION TAPE #644 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 7, 1989 Page 3 of 8. Arvilla Ohlde, Parks and Recreation Director, stated the Mayor received a letter from a Volksmarching Volkssport Club which thanked the City of Bremerton and the Parks and Recreation Department for their support of their club co-sponsorship of the Volksmarch held this past May. And, they especially thanked Michele Windsor for her time and assistance and enclosed a donation of $200.00 from their club to help assist the Parks and Recreation Department with the excellent work they are providing for the community. Michele Windsor thanked the Volksmarch organization for the donation and noted there is no outdoor activity more deserving the City's support. During her first Volksmarch experience, in November '88, she was surprised at the 400-500 participants who came out in the rain, walking 12 kilometers, with smiles on their faces. Ms. Windsor especially thanked Dick and Nataly Holt, Presidents of the Volksmarch Club, Dick Pupils and Helen Smith who took over the club as officers who will help keep the club running in Bremerton. She invited everyone to take part in one sometime. Vickie Vanneman, Assistant Superintendent of parks and Recreation, stated July is National Parks and Recreation month but she had more good news to share at this time...she received a letter from the Seattle Supersonics Organization in response to a grant application where they would fund an outdoor basketball court, a first class facility. The grant was open to all cities in Washington, many of whom applied and at this time she was happy to report that Bremerton is in the top 10 category of applicants and has been assured by the Director Of Promotions of the Seattle Supersonics that as they continue to narrow the field the City will be informed. Becky Lorber, Parks Department Recreation Programmer, reported the summer Handicapped Program is ahead of schedule this year in that funding for the program has been secured. The reason for the early funding has been the work put in by the program director, Vern DiGiavanni. Through a letter request mailed out by Mr. DiGiavanni, funds were received from many service organizations, the Rotary being the largest contributor. Also, the City has worked with the Washington Association Of Retarded Citizens who have assisted in funding a portion of the City's Handicapped Program and because of that assistance is presenting them with a Certificate Of Appreciation for their assistance and the donation of $6,0000 to the program. Juanita Hakler, President of Washington Association of Retarded Citizens, accepted the Certificate and stated they appreciated being recognized when they could fund a program that is so worthwhile- Little Britches Rodeo Court: Princess Kerry Glee, Princess Carmen White, Princess Merilee Morran; Queen Kelly Brown. Each girl stated their sponsor and some of the up coming events to be held during the Little Britches Rodeo on june 16,17,18. Jim Strait, 6530 Harlow Drive, provided Council with several pictures showing recent activities at Kitsap Lake Park. Over the weekend the boat launch area and parking lot were filled to capacity with the overflow parking on Price Road. He emphasized the need for the donation of a boat to the Police Department so that the lake can be patrolled and some other volunteers to do some additional land clearing to provide more space. 6A - EASEMENT FOR UNDERGROUND UTILITIES ACROSS CITY PROPERTY, ~AB89-156 Two requests for utilities easement across same location of City Property. Property is Utility land on Firway Lane in the Bridle Vale tract located in Central Kitsap. Land houses a well and pump- house. An Easement Agreement is currently in effect between the City and Puget Power for underground power lines in the same location. Both applicants currently have utility lines (gas, TAPE #644 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 7, 1989 Page 4 of 8 #1036 water, cablevision, telephone) in the ground across same property in conjunction with Puget Power. The applications by Michael D. McKinley and Cascade Natural Gas Corporation are to rectify the oversight of the original easement granted which did not include these parties. M/S/C/U(Crutcher/Colvin) to approve Easement Agreement with Michael McKinley and Cascade Natural Gas. 6B - CLOSURE OF EVERGREEN PARK FOR SCALAWAG FAIR, #AB89-157 The Scalawag Fair is a family oriented All-City Community event. The schedule of activities includes covered staged entertainment with mimes, jugglers and magicians. Plans include an amusement area, arts and crafts and food booths. The Scalawag Street run and Children's Parade will lead the weekend event. This is the forth year of the Scalawag Fair and is scheduled to be held August 12 and 13 at Evergreen Park. Arvilla Ohlde, Parks and Recreation Director, stated she was pleased to host the event and also pleased that the Bremerton Central Lions club will be holding their Stampede Breakfast during this time also. Robert Smitter, Park Avenue, stated his opposition to having the event at Evergreen Park due to potential noise and traffic congestion impacting the neighborhood area. He cited last years Circus event that was held at the park and the negative impact of noise and increased traffic on the neighborhood at that time. He also noted the Police Department's lack of traffic enforcement on Park Avenue and hoped something could be done to increase Police patrols on Park Avenue to slow traffic down. He emphasized the idea of keeping the event in the downtown area so that people coming in from Port Orchard and Seattle by ferry could enjoy the event also. Mrs. Horton explained that the event is being moved to Evergreen Park from the downtown area due to the proposed construction on the 2ND Street pump station. Scalawag is planned a year in advance and they had no guarantee that they would be able to utilize the same space in the downtown area as in past years. Plans are being made to provide shuttle service between the downtown area and Evergreen park for the event. Mr. Crutcher stated he had received more positive calls than negative when events are held at Evergreen Park and felt Scalawag Fair was over all good for the City. #1257 M/S/C/U(Colvin/Horton) to approve authorization to close Evergreen Park and schedule the Scalawag Fair at the site August 12 and 13, 1989. 6c - PROPERTY EXCHANGE - PUGET WESTERN, INC. AND BREMERTON MUNICIPAL UTILITIES, #AB89-158 The Bremerton Municipal Utilities, pursuant to City Council's Statement of Legislative Intent for providing the consolidation of General Fund activities, a One-Stop Permit Center and for preventing future degradation of the downtown Bremerton business core, has negotiated a property exchange agreement between the Utility and Puget Western, Inc. The agreement consists of an exchange of a 20-acre parcel of property owned by the Utility south of New Belfair Highway (SR-#3) and adjacent to an existing Puget Power Substation for the existing Puget Power Building situated on 4th Street across the street from City Hall. It is the intent of the Utility, following the exchange, to lease the building for office space to the Engineering, Planning and TAPE #644 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 7, 1989 Page 5 of 8 Building Departments and thereby providing an annex to City Hall and establishing a One-Stop Permit Center. The value of the exchange has been appraised at $108,300.00. Bill Duffy, Utilities Director, stated the Utility feels that in looking at the properties it owns this would be an asset to the Utility. Also, the property currently owned along the New Bellair Highway is across the street from a Park & Ride Lot, it does not lend itself to forestry nor offers any protection of water resource environment in that it is far removed from Casad Dam Reservoir. President Hornin~ questioned how the appraisal and exchange was worked out? Mr. Duffy explained that the parcel offered was detailed under the Utility Management Plan as surplus property. It is adjacent to an existing transformer switching station in Gorst. Puget Power is interested in the Utility's property in order to expand their holdings in that area. He looked into the downtown parcel with respect to occupying a building, possibly establishing a One-Stop Permit Center to consolidate some of the General Fund activities with reference to Planning and Engineering and trying to get those activities closer to City Hall. President Hornin~ stated he felt this was an opportunity for the City to show faith in the downtown area as a good place to be. And, the Council has been supportive of having a One-Stop Permit Center and this proposal would allow that to happen. Mr. Collins questioned if the Utility had entered into a conversation with Puget Power to purchase the subject 20 acres? Mr. Duffy explained several options were discussed, however, Puget Power was very desirous of getting rid of the deteriorating building in the downtown area and the City had something to offer in exchange for that. However, they had no interest in just purchasing the 20 acres outright. Mr. Collins questioned the location of parking requirements brought about by this new business? Mr. DuffV explained City vehicles would be parked either behind City Hall or in the underground garage or both. Mr. Collins questioned what would happen to current City employees parking in those spaces? Mr. Duffy explained it could possibly displace some employees, however, some of the other City vehicles could be moved elsewhere. Mr. Colvin questioned the appraised value of the Puget Power building? Mr. Duffy stated there were two appraisal methods and the average between the two amounted to $108,300. Mr. Colvin questioned the appraised value of the 20 acres? Mr. Duffy stated $110,000. Mr. Johnson questioned if the proposed $1,000/month rental of the building covered the cost of heating/air-conditioning, operations of building, increased insurance cost, painting, fixing up and what is the Utility, as a landlord, going to provide to the tenant? Mr. Duffy stated he will be renting the building to the General Fund - last year $20,000 was appropriated through the General Fund for improvements to the Puget Power building. Mr. Johnson questioned if the Utility would pay the utilities - lights, sewer, water, etc.? Mr. Duffy explained the General Fund would pay for the utilities. Mr. Johnson questioned if the building has to be remodeled would it all be brought up to current code? Dick Mumma, Building Inspector, stated he has looked at the building as closely as he could without opening up walls and the electrical is suspect that upgrade may be necessary in certain areas. Typically electrical that is in existence and is not a hazard may remain as long as it was installed in compliance with the code that was in affect at the time installed. If there is a reason to believe there is a hazard, then that area would need to be looked at and activities taken to correct any problem that might exist. He felt the concern with the electrical system was whether or not there was TAPE #644 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 7, 1989 Page 6 of 8 enough service available for all the appliances, ie. typewriters, computers, etc. Additional lighting is not necessary but there will have to be additional telephone circuitry installed for communications with telephones and computers. The HVAC system was thoroughly examined by a local Mechanical Contractor...there are six heating and cooling units (some are heating, some cooling and some both). Out of that investigation a bid was given to the City that estimated repairs up to $3,000 to bring the entire six systems up to good working order. Currently two of the heat pumps have lost their charge and are heating only with the strip heats installed. One of the air conditioning compressors is frozen and could be repaired for $1,000 or replaced for $2,000. He included the higher figure into the estimate and the total estimate was $3,000. The plumbing in the building seems to be in overall good condition, however, the fixtures are a little aged - operational - but cosmetically they may want to be replaced with new later if determined necessary. The structure of the building seems to be very sound, the suspending ceiling in some of the areas need replacing because of water damage and age. Carpeting and cosmetics need attention. o.overall the entire building should be repainted and new carpeting installed. No sprinkler system would be required on two floors, however, if the basement were to be occupied the local ordinances would require that the basement be sprinklered. A residential type sprinkler system is permitted, being of plastic construction and is quite a bit less expensive than other options. Mr. Duffy noted the building has a new roof. Mr. Colvin questioned what would the Utility do with the building facility currently used by the Engineering Department? Mr. Duffy explained he has been working for a couple of years to develop a Public Works complex to house the Street Department, Communications, etc., and the buildings they are presently in would be put up for surplus, thereby getting the properties back on the tax rolls. Mrs. Horton questioned what is the condition of the building presently used by the Engineering Department and how does it compare to the proposed site? Mr. Duffy stated the old water shop building is mostly garage space, old blacksmith shop - most of the offices are located on the second floor which are not really accessible to the public. The utilities are quite high in the winter time as the buildingis uninsulated and non-air-conditioned. Structurally, the building is in pretty good shape. Mr. Overson questioned the square footage of the proposed building? Mr. Duffy stated 9,270 sq. ft., which includes the basement. This would allow approximately 6,000 sq. ft. usable space and if sprinklers were installed in the basement it would be expanded. Mr. Mumma stated the basement would be usable for employees' lunchrooms, conference rooms, space would allow assemblage of 50 - 60 people at one time. Meetings central to the function of the identified departments could be held in the basement space. Mr. Overson asked when was the proposed building built? Mr. Dawkins noted it was constructed in 1910. Mr. Overson questioned if the City had considered any other buildings in the downtown area? Mr. Duffy stated yes, he had contacted a number of individuals, including Olympic College with regard to the old House Of Fabrics building - they were not interested. He looked into 4th Street Building next to City Hall - that was not desirable, the old Sears #3046 TAPE #645 #0084 TAPE #644 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 7, 1989 Page 7 of 8 building was considered but would have been too costly. Mr. Overson questioned if a cost/benefit analysis had been completed on this transaction? Mr. DuffV stated no. Mr. Waibel questioned if the Utility was in the position, budget wise, to remodel the building in preparation to leasing to the General Fund? Mr. Duffy stated his analysis of the cost of the remodel of the building would amount to $30,000 and the Utility does have $10,000 to add to the $20,000 General Fund monies identified for that purpose. Mr. Collins questioned why the General Fund would be putting up 2/3 of the remodel costs? Mr. Duffy stated at the time the budget was developed there may have been a lower estimate for remodel than actual work needed and had he known he would have desired the General Fund to fund the full $30,000. President Hornin~ if the Utility put in greater amounts of remodel dollars then they might come back to the General Fund and request higher rent rate. Mr. Duffy explained that any investment the Utility can make helps keep the sewer/water rates down. This includes timber sales, buildings leased out, etc. Mr. Johnson stated he did not see this as a golden opportunity and questioned how much more net would it cost per month to have the proposed building and maintain it for next year than it will this year? Mrs. McCluskeV stated she did not know at this time. Mr. Johnson expressed concern that the financial impact for rent and utilities could impact the City employee level and did not want it to be the cause of possibly firing someone due to less General Fund monies. Mr. Colvin asked to have input by the prospective tenant...Mr. Baker of the Engineering Department. Dave Baker, City Engineer, stated they do not have a problem moving from one building to another. The building they are in currently has some drawbacks...the new building would be closer to City Hall, closer to Planning Department, and there would be more usable space. It will take a concerted effort to get the building ready for use. Ms. McCluskey stated for clarification currently the City is paying the Utility $16,000 per year for the Warren Avenue property. So, the proposed rental of $1,000 per month is comparable to what is currently being paid. Mr. Collins stated he felt the City would be buying something that is not needed at this time, however, he is in favor of a One-Stop Permit Center. M/S/C/(Crutcher/Dawkins) to approve the exchange of property between the Utility and Puget Western, Inc. VOTE: In Favor: Opposed: Dawkins, Crutcher, Horton, Waibel, Horning Collins, Colvin, Johnson, Overson 7A - ORDINANCE #4214 (SECOND READING) VACATING PORTION OF AN ALLEY WITHIN BLOCK BOUNDED BY CALLOW AVENUE, RODGERS STREET, WYCOFF AVENUE AND COONTZ STREET, #AB89-152 Acting President Lon Overson asked the "Appearance Of Fairness/Conflict Of Interest" question with Councilman Waibel and President Horning stepping down due to their serving as members on Kitsap Transit's Board Of Directors and all other Council members remaining seated. M/S/C/U(Colvin/Collins) to approve Ordinance #4214, on second reading, vacating portions of an alley within the block bounded by Callow Avenue, Rodgers Street, Wycoff Avenue, and Coontz Street to Kitsap Transit. TAPE #644 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 7, 1989 Page 8 of '8 President Horning and Councilman Waibel returned to the meeting. With no further business meeting adjourned at 7:06 p.m. O~mt~ KATHLEEN L. 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