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JUL,?,6 1989
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JULY 12, 1989
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The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton
was called to order in the City Council Chambers, 239 4TH Street,
Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday, July 12, 1989 at 5:30 p.m., with
Council President Spencer Horning presiding. Council members
present were Lon Overson, Shirley Marty Crutcher, Morrie Dawkins,
C. R. "Tiny" Collins, A1 Colvin, Russ Johnson and Hank Waibel.
Councilman Lynn Horton was absent. Also present were City Attorney
Ian Sievers and City Clerk Kathieen McCluskey.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council
President Horning and Invocation was given by Reverend Kent Pelton
of the First Church Of The Nazarene.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Meeting - June 28, 1989, #AB89-184
M/S/C/U(Crutcher/Waibel) 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 ~CW 42.24.090, have been recorded on a listing which
has been made available to the council.
M/S/C/U(Colvin/Crutcher) on July 12, 1989 The Council does approve
for payment those vouchers included and further described as
follows: Regular Payroll in the total amount of $366,731.44.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Overson reported Fiscal and Budget Committee met on Tuesday,
July 11, and there will be some budget changes coming before the
Council which will be influencing some of the issues discussed
during the Council meeting this date.
Mr. Waibel stated for the record he will be absent from the July
19 Council meeting and that he has some concerns regarding the sale
of Roosevelt Field and will let those concerns be known during the
second hearing of this issue.
Mr. Collins complimented the Parks Department for their "steel
band" program held at the First Street Dock. The concert was well
attended and a very good summer evening type event. On Saturday,
July 8, he attended the dedication of the new Terminal at Bremerton
National Airport. He enjoyed the sky divers during this ceremony
but he was most appreciative of Port Commissioner Feek's comments,
as well as the other two Commissioners, that the waterfront project
in Bremerton is ~heir next job, that the design work is completed
and they are ready to start the project.
Mr. Dawkins enjoyed spending some time on Gold Mountain Golf Course
over the weekend.
Mr. Colvin attended the Kiwanis Air Show and complimented them for
an outstanding show. He commended the Commissioners, especially
Fred Schonemen, for their development of a first class airport.
Mr. Johnson stated the City is trying to meet some Department Of
Ecology grant deadlines relating to solid waste. He noted DOE has
extended the deadline for the applicants, however, it is on a first
come first serve basis. Two grants are being submitted to DOE: (1)
cooperative effort between City of Bremerton, Kitsap County, City
of Port Orchard, Brem-Air Disposal, Inc., Parametrix, etc., to do
an evaluation of drop-off verses curb-side-recycling. If drop-off
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recycling can be used, which may not be the case, it would be less
expensive for the citizens~ (2) working with the Economic
Development Council Of Kitsap County to attract businesses who
would process those commodities which are recycled in Bremerton.
If industry is attracted to do this it will keep the garbage bill
lower and provide some economic growth to the community. Locating
matching monies for the grants is still being researched.
1990 Census - there are opportunities for the City to work with the
Census Bureau to have citizens committees and neighborhood
businesses validate the figures before they are submitted. Also,
the City must be aware of any annexations that will be activated
by the census cut off date. Effort should be made to work with the
U. S. Navy and our national delegation regarding movement of
miliary ships and personnel shortly prior to the date of census
being taken. He noted the Census project is about a 28 month time
frame actually concluding in 1991.
Mr. Hornin~ stated he was unable to attend all of the events taking
place over the weekend, however he did participate in the golf
tournament at Kitsap Country Club, which benefitted Harrison
Hospital.
Mr. Crutcher pointed out that many events are held which all of the
Council members cannot be in attendance and it is better to have
some representation at several events rather than have everyone
attend one event.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Don Mansford, Westpark, stated the Westpark Tenants group met this
date and discussed the issue of moving Kitsap Transit's transfer
station from Oyster Bay Shopping Center to Westpark Bowling Lanes.
The group, after hear a presentation by Kitsap Transit, voted to
support the proposed relocation of the transfer station.
Gene Nelson, 323 Dora, briefed the City Council on recent actions
undertaken by himself and a group of individuals to rescue the USS
Hornet from being scraped by the Navy, and develop it into a world
class floating museum and convention center. He pointed out the
importance of keeping the Hornet located somewhere in Western
Washington - the best option being in Bremerton, however, if that
is not feasible then it should be located either in Seattle or
Tacoma. Mr. Nelson outlined recent activities aboard the USS
Hornet during the "Jimmy Dolittle Reunion" which was held earlier
this year. He explained activities undertaken nation-wide to
promote saving the USS Hornet and funding source for establishing
a museum and convention center on board ship, providing educational
memorabilia spanning WWII, Vietnam War and recovery of the Apollo
astronauts aboard the America's first landing on the moon 20 years
ago.
Dennis Hein, Solid Waste Management Department Director for the
City of Spokane, provided a slide presentation giving an overview
of the City of Spokane's solid waste management programs. Included
in the presentation was the method of "drop off" points for
recyclable materials and the involvement of schools, service
organization, churches, etc., in their recycling program. The
important aspect of this method is the reduced cost to the citizens
compared to "curb-side-pickup" method. The City buys and supplies
for whomever, be it a non-profit organization, church, PTA, etc.,
uniform, color coded containers. The idea behind this is the
uniform use of containers throughout the City. He stressed the
importance of citizen involvement in the recycling program and to
not let staff drive the project. No matter whether a City is the
collector of the garbage or a private contractor, the increased
costs will be passed on to the citizens. Filling up and closing
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of landfill sites is a state wide problem and every effort should
be taken to decrease materials being dumped into the landfills
thereby helping to extend the life of the landfill.
The City of Spokane is undertaking a Garbage Incineration program
which will include an area for dropping off recyclable materials.
Also, the City uses a "robot" for public education on solid waste
programs. They have found this to be very successful at grade
schools, fairs, public events, etc.
A garden waste Compost Program has been started and utilizes the
expertise of Master Gardeners in their area. The City supplies
the screen holder (circular bin type) at no cost to the citizens.
The City of Spokane has instituted a full time "Litter Patrol"
person who works out in the community in helping clean up illegally
dumped litter.
Hazardous Waste collection was instituted in cooperation with the
County whereby residents dropped off hazardous waste materials for
disposal by the City.
Russ Johnson thanked Mr. Hein for his presentation and noted how
impressed he was during his recent visit to Spokane of the many
programs currently underway to help reduce solid waste.
President Hornin~ questioned if the City of Spokane has a "utility"
for solid waste disposal? Mr. Hein stated yes, it is a Solid Waste
Utility and they are responsible for waste collections and
ancillary programs.
Mr. Colvin questioned if the City of Spokane owned the landfill as
well? Mr. Hein stated yes.
Mr. Johnson questioned the cost per can for garbage pickup in City
of Spokane? Mr. Hein stated $6.50 per month for one can and
$10.17 per month for two cans. If curb-side recycling is
instituted they are anticipating a significant increase in garbage
pickup rates.
Mr. Collins questioned the use of "scale in" and "scale out" at
landfill site? Mr. Hein explained the program was instituted in
1982, one of the first computerized scaling systems. Everyone who
enters the landfill receives a card showing the weight of the
vehicle and when they exit they are weighed once again and the
dumping charge is automatically computed. They feel it is a better
method than charging by cubic yards.
Roy McInnis, 2711 Maple Street, expressed his concern that the
children of Bremerton will be short changed by the sale of
Roosevelt Field unless the City takes action to provide a
replacement play area within the City. And, he feels the appraised
value is below what the property should be sold for.
Georae Allen, 1300 NE Dawn Road, questioned what happened to the
coat rack that was located in the hallway near City Council
Chambers?
6A - CONTINUATION OF CONTRACT FOR BANKING SERVICES, #AB89-186
The City's contract with Seattle First National Bank for banking
services expires September 30, 1989. in the opinion of staff, it
is in the best interest of the City to continue the existing
contract for an additional two years. Seafirst has verbally agreed
to the proposed extension.
Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, stated there are a number of factors
that have led to his recommendation to not rebid the contract for
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banking services: (1) presently in midst of implementation of a new
computer system for the financial applications - there are a number
of variables that are being resolved at this time and he would like
to defer introducing a change in banking services; (2) significant
investment in both dollars and in staff time in setting up the
direct deposit of employee payroll. This process is handled
through a program connecting the City's computers with Seafirst
Bank; (3) the State Fiscal Agency contract has been awarded to
Seafirst Bank - which provides fiscal agency services for all
State and municipal bond issues. This simplifies the process used
by the City for paying the principal and interest on all of the
City's bond issues and having the City's primary banking services
with Seafirst saves the City significant money in making those bond
payments; (4) The County's banking services is also with Seafirst
and provides a greater ease for the City in conducting business
with the County and some reduced expenses because of that
relationship.
President Hornin~ questioned if the contract would continue having
a 30 day cancellation clause? Mr. Hanna states yes, and the only
thing being proposed to change in the contract is be the expiration
date.
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Colvin) to authorize the Mayor to extend Contract
#2746 for an additional two years to September 30, 1991.
6B - DESIGNATION OF EVERGREEN PARK FOR PLACEMENT OF 2ND STREET
OBSERVATION TOWER, #AB89-187
Council Resolution #2198 (January 20, 1988) supported removal of
existing 2nd Street Observation Platform to a site selected by City
Council.
Council Operations Committee has reviewed alternative sites and
recommends Evergreen Park as the preferred site.
Council selection of the new site is necessary to allow the project
to continue on the proposed schedule.
Don Pratt, Director of Community Development, gave a brief review
of previous action taken to implement some type of action on the
waterfront. The first project built was the observation tower. At
the time of construction funding there was the possibility that
there would be funding to do the sewer redevelopment on the
waterfront. That funding possibility was not firm and the interest
to "get something started", which Mayor Lobe and he recommended and
followed through with the development of the observation tower.
As a result, 18 months later funding for renovation of the sewers
on the waterfront was possible and on January 19, 1988, Resolution
#2198 was approved by the City Council, authorizing the Mayor to
place the observation tower with a new sewer pump station creating
a new observation tower at the foot of 2nd Street and further
authorized them to move the existing block grant funded observation
tower some where else, but Council reserved the right to choose the
site to host the observation tower.
Input was solicited from City Council members on suggested sites
for the tower as well as the development of a Waterfront Access
Plan which is in draft form and before the Planning Commission this
month. In that plan, there are identified approximately 24
waterfront sites that should be developed in the future for view
points, shore access or such things that would take such a facility
as a tower. Staff worked with the Council Operations Committee and
identified between 13 and 15 elements of how to score that site in
different categories ranging from "can we physically move the tower
there"..."is it in the block grant area since it is a block grant
funded project"..."does it follow the Zoning Ordinance and
Comprehensive Plan"...? From that matrix, using 29 different sites
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and 15 characteristics, three sites were prioritized: (1) Evergreen
park, (2) northern terminus of Pacific Avenue; (3) northern
terminus of Highland Avenue. The Operations Committee requested
staff to review potential costs for those three sites and the
recommendation coming out of that analysis is Evergreen Park. The
primary and controlling characteristic was the fact that the City
does control Evergreen Park - the Highland Avenue and Pacific
Avenue site could not be in the control of the City by the time
frame to move the tower.
Don Mansford, Westpark resident, questioned what would be observed
at the Evergreen Park site? Mr. Pratt stated the waterfront parks
and view towers on waterfront parks have shown to be a prime park
amenity. People like to view the vista of the waterfront and it
is amazing how much more it means to people to observe an area up
off the ground and view it from an elevation.
Roy McInnis, 2711 Maple Street, requested that the City make sure
it is placed where they want it this time.
Mr. Dawkins pointed out the advantage of having the tower in a City
controlled area rather than in someone's "back/front yard".
Mr. Collins questioned why the park at the west end of Puget Sound
Naval shipyard was not included in the prioritized sites? Mr.
Pratt explained it did not score high for several reasons, it is
not in the City, it is not part of an established future trails
system, it was a little out- of- the way of a beaten path and it
was not in a City block grant eligible neighborhood. The tower is
a faderally block grant funded project and it is preferred to place
it in an eligible block grant neighborhood.
Mr. Collins pointed out Council had just heard a presentation by
former Mayor Nelson regarding the USS Hornet and amenities being
pursued to acquire for public use and he felt placement of the
tower at this site would provide a very good viewing of the
mothbailed fleet of ships. Mr. Pratt stated the staff's position
was to be responsive to existing plan documents which the Council
had already adopted and all of the future waterfront redevelopment
plans indicate that the waterfront projects will be between First
Street Dock and Olympic College. Effort was not undertaken to
identify the surplus ships area as an area for development and as
a matter of fact the Navy, on some instances, have said they are
not real certain of the future of that area. Mr. Dawkins pointed
out the County has discouraged development of that park for traffic
concerns...there is a five lane highway and accessing the park is
a major concern.
Mr. Crutcher pointed out Evergreen Park is well used by citizens
and many events are held at the park. He strongly supports moving
the tower to Evergreen park.
Mr. Johnson questioned if there was any way to remove and/or
relocate the fire tower that is currently at Evergreen park? Mr.
Overson stated there is consideration being given this issue during
the "Fire Department Study" that is currently underway.
M/S/C/U(Overson/Dawkins) to approve Evergreen Park as the new site
for the 2nd Street Observation Tower and that the Mayor prepare
Budget amendment recommendations to accomplish the placement.
6C - LEASE DOMSEA FARMS, #AB89-188
The City of Bremerton and Domsea Farms, Inc., entered into an
agreement in August 1972 to lease a portion of the Utilities' Gorst
Creek facilities for fish farming. the current agreement is due
to expire in August 1992.
Domsea Farms is in the process of relocating its facilities to
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Idaho and will be vacating the Gorst Creek Facilities and has
petitioned the Utilities for the early termination of their lease
agreement with the City.
Domsea Farms has agreed to leave the existing infrastructure except
the single width mobile office, for use by the Utilities in
exchange for early termination of the Agreement.
The infrastructure includes several wells, reservoirs, storage
bins, and other structures including a double width mobile office.
The Utilities is supportive of their request based on the needs of
the Utilities to expand its facilities in Gorst to support its on
going silviculture and water resource programs.
Bill Duffy, Utilities Director, stated the most attractive thing
about the property is the fact that during the tenure of Domsea
they drilled five domestic water wells for their fish operation.
These wells would enhance the City's water supplies with respect
to safe drinking water. At times during the dryer months of the
year, the City has to switch from surface water to ground water.
The Utility has been engaged in a water resourcing development over
the past two years, completing the fifth well and obtaining some
additional wells is a very attractive proposition.
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Colvin) to approve early termination of the lease
agreement effective September 30, 1989, and to transfer the
existing infrastructure as constructed by Domsea Farms, Inc., to
the Utilities subject to Administrative Policies and Procedures.
6D - CLOSURE AND LEASE OF 5TH STREET BETWEEN BRUEN AND VACATED
GORST, #AB89-189
Kitsap Transit, Inc., has requested a closure of 5th Street between
Bruen Avenue and vacated Gorst Avenue and a long term lease of the
closed street for development of a transit transfer station. The
value of required right-of-way improvement to be surrendered at the
expiration of the lease exceed the fair market leasehold value.
Closure to public vehicles is necessary for safe and efficient
operation of the transfer station.
President Hornina and Councilman Waibel stepped down due to their
serving on the Board Of Directors of Kitsap Transit with Councilman
Lon Overson serving as Acting President.
Richard Hayes, Director Kitsap Transit, stated this request is the
culmination of a very long process - this was approved and budgeted
for 1988. He noted this item had been brought before the Westpark
Council twice and an additional special review by Kitsap Transit
Board of Commissioners - City Councilman Horning and Kitsap County
Commissioner Eder - and they too came to the conclusion that the
proposed location for the transfer station is the place most
accessible to Transit. In addition, the most frequent thing
Transit hears from Westpark residents is the inability to have
transportation available to the north to Silverdale more
frequently, and the proposed facility is a product of beefed up
north/south express type transit service. It will allow transfer
of wheelchairs between two buses which was not possible at the
current transfer site, it will be lighted at night, it will have
a connection to the inside of Westpark Bowling Lanes, including the
restrooms.
Tom Clauson, Kitsap Transit, provided a conceptual drawing of the
proposed transfer station and its location. The project will
include complete removal and replacement of the sidewalk on the
north side of 5th Street and improve the sidewalk on the south side
between what has been vacated before and known as Gorst Avenue and
Buren aiding transfers between buses. The project also includes
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a covered area which will be attached to the Westpark building so
as people step off a bus they will be under cover within a 1-2 foot
area. The project will be a significant improvement to the current
facility in West Bremerton, it will be a curb and sidewalk
arrangement so people do not have to step so high as they enter the
buses.
Actina Chairman Overson opened discussion up for public input with
no one responding.
Mr. Collins stated the Westpark residents have been well informed
of the proposal and supported the requested action.
M/S/C/U(Collins/Colvin) to close 5th Street between Bruen and
vacated Gorst to all vehicles except transit and approve proposed
lease of said right-of-way to Kitsap Transit, Inc.
President Hornina and Councilman Waibel returned to the meeting.
8A - PUBLIC HEARING - STREET VACATION - BRC PARTNERSHIP, 3721
KITSAP WAY, #AB89-194
On May 23, 1989, the Bremerton Planning Commission held a public
hearing as requested to vacate a portion of Kitsap Way.
On June 14, 1989, the Bremerton City Council set the date for this
hearing by adopting Resolution #2252.
The City Council may uphold, amend or reject the recommendation of
the Planning Commission.
President Horninu asked the "Appearance Of Fairness/Conflict Of
Interest" question with all Council members being seated.
Jack Allingham, Current Planning, provided view graphs and photos
and described the request as follows: a request for vacation of
3,098 square feet of right-of-way located on the south side of
Kitsap Way and west of Adele Street-Marine Drive intersection. The
width of the vacated area is approximately 15 feet, approximately
150 feet in length and there is already a small portion of Kitsap
Way in this area which has been vacated, it jogs down to meet
Charlotte Avenue, which was vacated approximately 1-2 months ago
by Operation of Law by the City Council.
The surrounding land uses are developed commercial land uses to the
north, south, east and west of the subject parcel. Residentially
zoned properties are located 250 feet to the south.
The portion of Kitsap Way which is being requested to vacate is
currently landscaped.
When the Planning Commission reviewed this application they
reviewed it for two criteria: (1) if there was any public need to
retain this right-of-way; (2) whether or not the public interest
would be best served. The Planning commission found that there was
no longer public need for the right-of-way, that Kitsap Way
improvements in this area have been completed and the public
interest would be best served by placing it back on the tax rolls.
The Planning Commission further recommended four conditions: (1)
the applicant shall grant easement to the City for existing storm
sewer within the vacated area; (2) the applicant shall grant any
additional easements necessary for power, gas, telephone or cable
facilities in accordance with City and State regulations; (3) the
applicant shall compensate the City for the property in accordance
with City and State regulations; (4) the property owner shall
maintain the landscaped area along the entire front of the area to
be vacated. The landscaped area shall be from the backside of the
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curb above or behind the sidewalk to the street vacation line.
Mr. Allinaham pointed out the Ordinance presented contains three
conditions which address the Planning Commission's concerns.
James Robinson, 4904 Kitsap Way - one of the partners in ownership
of the property, stated after the street improvements were in place
they undertook the improvements (landscaping) first of all to
enhance the appearance from the street from their building but also
with the knowledge that the City policy was to vacate surplus
right-of-way to the adjoining property after those improvements had
been completed.
President Hornina invited public comment - none received.
Mr. Collins voiced his basic pet peeve that the City has allowed
the removal of three pieces of City property by vacation of law and
he would have preferred to see this as a whole package and not in
a piecemeal manner. And, he did not support this request for
vacation.
Mr. Colvin questioned if the City could charge more than the
appraised value of the land? Mr. Sievers, City Attorney, stated
the State Statute provides that the City may charge up to 1/2 of
the appraised value except if the property was acquired in fee
simple by condemnation. Most of Kitsap Way was acquired by the
State and they paid full value so the City can charge up to 1004
of market value. And, most appraisers on thin strips of property
that obviously do not have a marketable size in themselves do use
the square footage when it is aggregated with the adjoining
property, so it is a market value even though it is an unusable
sliver.
M/S/C(Overson/Colvin) to approve Ordinance, on first reading,
vacating portions of Kitsap Way abutting lots 25 through 28, Block
A, "Oyster Bay Addition", subject to reservation of utility
easements and other conditions.
Vote:
In Favor:
Opposed:
Overson, Crutcher, Waibel, Horning, Colvin,
Dawkins, Johnson
Collins
7A - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) RELATING TO THE PARK AND RECREATION
FACILITY DEVELOPMENT FUND, #AB89-190
The proposed ordinance would have the capital improvements at Gold
Mt. Golf Course budgeted and accounted for directly in the Golf
Course Fund rather than through the Parks and Recreation Facility
Development Fund as is currently required.
Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, stated the proposed change would bring
the financial dealings with the Golf Course and the capital
improvements more into line with technical requirements of present
day governmental accounting. The change would have capital
improvement made in future years at the Golf Course budgeted
directly in the Golf Course Fund rather than current procedures
where funds would be transferred to the Parks Facility Capital
Construction Fund and then the Golf Course would come through the
budget process seeking portions of its money to be reimbursed back
again to make those same capital improvements. This requested
action would make movement of funds less confusing.
Mr. Overson pointed out the change to the ordinance states "and
authorized capital improvements to the Park and Recreation Facility
Development Fund"...and the authorized capital improvements would
be done according to budgetary controls. Mr. Hanna stated yes,
that is correct and that is where Council would exercise the
control over the funds.
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Mr. Dawkins pointed out the Golf Course is making money, it is
paying off its debt service and in approximately 10-20 years the
Golf Course will be a real asset and provide funding source for
other projects.
Mr. Johnson questioned if the Council does not authorize any
capital improvements for the Golf Course the only thing paid out
would be for the Golf Course debt service and then would the
remaining funds be transferred to the Parks Department? Rich Hanna
stated yes, the way the ordinance is proposed...the first to come
off would be the debt service (completely liquidated in 1992),
after that would be maintenance and operations cost and any dollars
beyond that would be at the discretion of the City Council, either
capital improvements to the Golf Course or to defer all remaining
funds to the Park Facility Capital Improvement Plan.
M/S/C/U(Crutcher/Collins) to approve Ordinance, on first reading,
amending Ordinance #3623 relating to the Park and Recreation
Facility Development Fund.
7B - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT, #AB89-191
The proposed ordinance establishes the basis for a City Solid Waste
Management Program by setting policy and comprehensive planning
procedures.
Mr. Johnson stated there are two main points to the ordinance: (1)
establishment of policies and goals...Section .030 addresses the
goals which are listed straight from the Washington Department of
Ecology's Ordinance; (2) it addresses Solid Waste Plan - saying
the City will continue to be part of the joint Kitsap County and
all other junior jurisdictions, working through the PSCOG, etc.,
however, it says that the City will retain all rights with regard
to final approval of all the areas listed. Therefore, he suggested
cancelling the previous Resolution, still strongly support regional
solid waste planning, but specifically state that when it comes to
things happening within the City limits the City wants the final
say for the people they represent. Discussions were held with
County staff and one County Commissioner and they agree with the
City's position on this issue.
Also, the ordinance states a 504 recyclable goal by 1995 and he
foresees DOE requesting curb-side recycling by 1991, however, he
feels strongly that the City should hold their position at the 504.
A difficult task this fall will be to identifying who the staff for
solid waste management for the City and asking the Mayor to
designate that in his budget submission.
The ordinance has the inclusion of the "effective in 10 days"
provision so that the City can be on board with the grant
submissions.
Roy McInnis, 2711 Maple, stated he supported the City taking a lead
position on this issue as proposed by Mr. Johnson, and not wait
until State implementation funding had been reduced or eliminated.
He hoped the citizens would support Council's position so the solid
waste program can get started right away.
M/S/C/U(Johnson/Crutcher) to approve Ordinance, on first reading,
establishing solid waste management policy for the City of
Bremerton and affirming the City's power to establish levels and
types of solid waste services within the corporate limits of the
City of Bremerton.
7C - RESOLUTION #2258 - INCREASING BENEFITS TO NON-UNIFORM CITY
RETIREES, #AB89-192
A limited number of former City employees received benefits under
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a closed retirement system operated by the City. The small number
of beneficiaries preclude any actuarial analysis of the system.
However, the proposed 104 increase appears consistent with the
financial condition of the retirement plan.
Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, stated there are only two former City
employees under this retirement system. The cash balance of the
fund, while it is declining, does appear to be adequate to fund the
present benefits and proposed increase.
Mr. Dawkins questioned if there would be adequate funds if the two
individuals lived to 1107 Mr. Hanna stated no. Mr. Dawkins
questioned where the funds would go if there remained a balance
after the death of the remaining employees? Mr. Hanna stated it
is his understanding that those funds would revert to the General
Fund of the City. At the present level of benefits being proposed,
the funds would be exhausted in approximately 5 years. Mr. Dawkins
questioned the ages of the two individuals? Mr. Hanna stated the
average age is on the order of 90.
President HorninG questioned if the City could issue a "lump sum"
at this time? Ian Sievers, City Attorney, stated he would have to
review the retirement plan.
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Overson) to approve Resolution #2258 authorizing
a 104 increase in benefits to all personnel retired under the
provisions of Ordinance #1572.
7D - RESOLUTION #2259 - ESTABLISHING THE 1990 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
AND STATEMENTS OF ISSUES AND POLICY OF THE BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL,
#AB89-193
The City Council provides Goals and Objectives and Statements of
Issue and Policy to guide and assist the City Administration
assembling a budget that will support Bremerton's progress.
Mr. Overson stated this year the Goals and Objectives have been
outlined and they are preceded by a statement to the Mayor that it
is his function to assign the action department and follow up that
completion of the goals and Objectives are provided for in the 1990
budget. He pointed out this is a living document and subject to
change as the year goes on.
Mr. Crutcher strongly emphasized the fact that a major factor in
accomplishing goals of the City is the availability of increased
revenue without taxing the residents.
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Dawkins) to approve Resolution #2259, establishing
the 1990 Goals and Objectives and Statements Of Issues and Policy
of the Bremerton City Council.
8B - PUBLIC HEARING - ALLEY VACATION - WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION - THE ALLEY BOUNDED BY THE FERRY TERMINAL, OLD
YMCA SITE, PSNS AND FIRST STREET, #AB89-195
On May 23, 1989, the Bremerton Planning Commission held a public
hearing as requested to vacate the alley adjacent to the ferry
terminal and old YMCA site.
On June 14, 1989, the Bremerton City council set the date for this
hearing by adopting Resolution No. 2251.
The City Council may uphold, amend or reject recommendation of the
Planning Commission.
President Hornin~ asked the "appearance of Fairness/Conflict Of
Interest" question with all Council members being seated.
Jack Allinuham, Current Planning Division, provided view graphs and
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photographs of the proposed alley vacation - 2600 square feet of
right-of-way bounded by Washington Avenue, First Street, Puget
Sound Naval Shipyard and the Bremerton Ferry Terminal.
When the Planning Commission reviews requests to vacate right-of-
way they evaluate the request for whether or not there is any
public need to retain the right-of-way and whether or not the
public interest is best served through the vacation. The Planning
Commission identified that essentially the Washington State
Department Of Transportation is the only adjacent abutting property
owner and that there is no longer public need of the alley to serve
access to any abutting properties. Utilities easements can be
protected by reserving easements through the alley and that there
is no public need to retain the alley for City right-of-way, that
the public use will be continued through the Department of
Transportation redevelopment at the Ferry Terminal site. The
Planning Commission also determined that the vacation of the alley
will aggregate a larger parcel of land - consolidating the property
which facilitates commercial development needed to accommodate
vehicles. This redevelopment of the Ferry Terminal will serve the
public interest with a more functional transportation terminal.
The Planning Commission recommends conditions, as outlined in the
ordinance, protecting the utilities easement needs, that the
applicant shall compensate the City for the vacation of right-of-
way and the applicant shall dedicate land needed in the future to
construct a cul-de-sac at the end of First Street as required in
the adopted Downtown Waterfront Urban Renewal Plan.
Bill Carter, Washington State Department Of Transportation Marine
Division, stated the vacation of the alley is very key to
development of the Ferry Terminal in providing a large vehicle
holding area. Both parcels of land can only be used if the alley
is vacated. There is a requirement that utility easements be
provided which is acceptable to DOT.
President HorninG opened discussion to the public - no one
responded.
Mr. Waibel questioned if the vacation was approved how soon before
traffic revisions are developed in that area? Mr. Carter stated
there should be traffic revisions at the terminal starting in about
six weeks. Bids have been opened on reconstruction of the existing
pier and they will be relocating the passenger-only barge within
a few weeks and from there they will progress through the
reconstruction of the pier. The expansion of the holding area went
through Olympia last week for review and normally runs about three
months to the point of construction. The construction period
should not exceed six months and will experience several traffic
revisions progressing through to the completion of the project.
Mr. Overson questioned why didn't the City retain the alley and
grant an easement to DOT to build on it? Mr. Carter noted that
could be an option.
Mr. Waibel questioned if there would be any restrictions on the DOT
if they had to work with easements rather than if they owned the
property? Mr. Carter stated he did not think there would be - they
felt comfortable with that type of arrangement. They are here to
serve the City of Bremerton and he did not feel the City would ever
be in a position where they would want to interrupt service for the
citizens of Bremerton.
Mr. Collins questioned if Washington Street will become a part of
the entrance into the ferry System and when would the City be asked
to vacate it? Mr. Carter stated Washington Street provides access
not only to the Ferry Terminal but also to PSNS and there has been
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no intent to request vacation of Washington Avenue.
Mr. Johnson questioned if Puget Power was happy with the easement
requirement? Mr. Carter stated Puget Power has a customer, which
is the City of Bremerton, in the easement area, however, as soon
as the pump station is relocated they will have no interest in
maintaining an easement down the alley. Mr. Johnson questioned if
the power poles along Washington disappear during the construction
project so that the utilities would be underground? Mr. Carter
stated he was not sure they would, however, they are bringing power
on to their property underground but the service overhead belongs
to Puget Power. Mr. Carter suggested he would look into this issue
and have a response at a later time.
Mr. Waibel raised the point if the City gave DOT an easement it
would cost less than acquiring the alley and questioned if this was
done what would DOT do with the funds not used and how could we
make sure it would come back to this area for future improvements?
Mr. Carter stated the funds would return to the Ferry Improvement
Program and be redistributed to their priorities. He felt if there
were specific amenities the City wanted added along with the
project to the terminal area an agreement could be worked out.
Mr. Colvin questioned what would be the difference between an
easement or selling of the right-of-way? Ian Sievers, City
Attorney, stated he was not sure how it would appraise out, for one
thing it is a right-of-way and not City owned land that is being
surplused...so they would probably only be compensating 1/2 the
appraised amount on this parcel. And, he was not sure how an
easement would be appraised. The Planning Commissions documents
did talk about them taking the property and giving it back and
recording easement back and that is all more complicated. The
ordinance does call for a reservation of the easement in the
ordinance itself so the City is reserving that property interest
and not giving that up to them. Mr. Waibel questioned what benefit
does the City receive if the vacation is granted? Mr. Sievers
stated the only permanent change in use of the right-of-way is to
vacate the property. And, there is another condition that the City
is requiring - dedication of another portion of their property to
construct a cul-de-sac at the end of First Street - therefore being
a trade off in value.
M/S/C/U(Johnson/Colvin) to vacate the right-of-way as recommended
by the Planning Commission and to approve Ordinance, on first
reading, vacating portions of the alley abutting lots 9 through 14,
block 1, plat of "Town Of Bremerton", subject to reservation of
utilities easements and other conditions.
With no further business meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
KATHLEEN L.
APPRQ ED
ncil President
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