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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JUt - 6 1988
JUNE 22, 1988
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 22, 1988 at 5:30 p.m.,
with Council President Hank Waibel presiding. Council members
present were Lon Overson, Lynn Horton, Spencer Horning, C. R.
"Tiny" Collins, Morrie Dawkins, A1 Colvin and Russ Johnson.
Councilman Shirley Marty Crutcher was absent. Also present were
City Attorney Ian Sievers and City Clerk Kathleen McCluskey.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council
President Hank Waibel and Invocation was given by Reverend Mike
Grimshaw of the Church Of The Nazarene.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Meeting held - June 8, 1988, #AB88-158
M/S/C/U(Overson/Horning) to approve Minutes of
8, 1988, as presented.
Meeting held June
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/Horning) on June 15, 1988, the Council does
approve for payment those vouchers included and further described
as follows: 37013, 37014 and 37020 through 37114 in the total
amount of $127,586.77 and Regular Payroll in the total amount of
$339,749.60.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mrs.' Horton attended a meeting tod~y ~t the University of
Washington regarding higher educational needs for the Puget Sound
area for the coming 25 years. Mrs. Horton noted the greatest
need will be in the area of third and fourth year of
undergraduate and graduate levels, therefore, planning is being
done to extend opportunities for these levels within the smaller
communities through satellite facilities. The first such
facility is targeted south Pierce County due to tremendous growth
in Thurston County.
Mr. Johnson reported the two Council summer interns are working
on projects which include preparing a City Council pamphlet,
expanding council's computer capabilities and also undertaking a
summer project to seek out and applying for a grant which would
benefit the City - the choices made relate to furthering arts in
the downtown area and the other has to do with taking care of
children within the community. Charter Ad Hoc Review Committee
is ready to review/rate/eliminate choices down to five or six
recommended charter changes. Mr. Johnson noted he is keeping an
eye on Kitsap Lake and summer uses - generally people using the
lake are using common sense, parking still is a little out-of-
hand and recently several sea planes had landed on the lake.
Mr. Johnson stated he had received comments from constituents
regarding Brem-Air Disposal, Inc.'s large green garbage cans and
stated for clarification that use of such cans is not mandatory
and not intended to be by the garbage company or City of
Bremerton. Mr. Johnson has been doing some research on contracts
from other cities relating to garbage pickup and feels strongly
that the City and County should be working together on garbage
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.issues facing the County for the coming 10-15 years.
Mr. Colvin introduced Mr. Roger Oraker who is promoting Youth
involvement in Government. RoGer Oraker, 623 N. Summit, briefly
explained a YMCA program "youth in government", dealing with high
school students in 9th and 10th grade. Through this program
young people take over the State legislative chambers, elect a
governor (a nation wide program but is run state-wide). This
year Bremerton had 16 students from three different high schools
participate in the program. The actual program commences in
September and concludes in April with the visitation to the
Capital the concluding activity.
Mr. Dawkins attended installation of new Bremerton Main Street
officers on Friday evening, June 17, and noted their continued
positive thoughts above activities in Bremerton.,
Mr. Collins reported he had been traveling out-of-state for the
past 2 1/2 weeks and while doing so had the opportunity to view
how other' cities have handled parking, one-way-streets, garbage
issues, etc.; and will be sharing more details in the future.
Mr. Waibel reported he volunteered and shared a trip to Point
Defiance Park with his daughter and her school class, attended
Bremerton Main Street installation of officers and on Saturday
attended the open house held at View Crest Gardens. Mr. Waibel
noted that the open house was a good opportunity to see HUD
monies working within our City. Also., the Park Department summer
youth program is alive and well and two of his children are
enrolled in the scheduled activities.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Mayor Gene Lobe introduced Jim Pratt of Puget Sound Bank who had
information relating to a sign for Bremerton. Jim Pratt, Vice
President and Manager of Bremerton Puget Sound Bank, announced
that Puget Sound Bank owns a large sign which is currently placed
at the Tacoma Dome in Tacoma but is going to be removed. The
sign is available to the City of Bremerton, with Puget Sound Bank
paying for the removal and transporting, for placement somewhere
in Bremerton. Mr. Pratt suggested that it might be best located
at Roosevelt Field. Moving and reinstallation costs are
estimated at $15,000 and original cost of the sign was estimated
at approximately $50,000. The sign has computerized message
capabilities which would allow advertising of local events and
City activities. The offer of the sign to Bremerton is in the
formalizing stage and Mayor Lobe will be working with Puget Sound
Bank to see what could be further developed.
Mike Hauaan, 1306 Perry Avenue, expressed concern as to the
amount of solid waste which is generated within the City of
Bremerton and strongly encouraged efforts to develop a recycling
program between the private and public sectors.
Floyd Kern, 320 White Pine Drive, expressed concern over a number
of areas with potholes in the street. He noted several areas~
where the manhole covers are recessed into the street and the
potential for damage to vehicles as well as breakdown of the
sides around the manhole covers.
6A - EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, CONFIDENTIAL EXECUTIVE SECRETARY,
#AB88-159
Ordinance #4160 mandates that Salary and Benefits for the
Confidential Executive Secretary shall be set by an individual
employment contract.
M/S/C/U(Overson/Collins) to approve Employment Contract for
Mayor's Confidential Executive Secretary.
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6B - LEASE COMMUNITY BRIDGE CLUB - FIFTH STREET LIBRARY, #AB88-
160
The Mayor and staff are recommending termination of the Bridge
Club Lease effective July 31, 1988, in accordance with Section 9
of the lease.
The reason for this recommendation is two fold: (1) the City
Planning Department is in desperate need of additional space for
their Block Grant program. They had intended to look for rental
space in the downtown business district when we determined that
our building at 612 5th Street was ideally suited for this
purpose in terms of size and proximity to the Planning Office and
City Hall; (2) there are several code requirements creating an
expenditure in excess of $2,500 if the Bridge Club continues
tenancy. These requirements do not pertain to office usage and
therefore would not be imposed, saving the City money
immediately.
Kathleen McCluskey, City Clerk, stated the Block Grant program
has funds available for remodeling and noted the Planning
Director supports this proposal. Ms. McCluskey stated that Mr.
Long of the Bridge Club had been given written and verbal notice
of this issue being before Council.
Mr. Overson stated mention had been made on cost of upgrading
but no mention had been made on loss of income from the lease.
Ms. McCluske~ stated there would not be a loss of income in the
Block Grant program rented space - income from the lease is
$212.00 per month to the General Fund. That income is barely
worth the trouble due to staff time being spent dealing with
problems that come up with the facility. Mr. Overson questioned
if the lack of response by the Bridge Club (no one in attendance
at the Council meeting) means they do not oppose the proposal?
Ms. McCluske~ state she was not sure as she had expected to hear
from them or possibly they may have found another facility.
Mr. Johnson agreed that the City should not invest a lot of
money to fix up the facility, however, he did have the following
questions: (1) is the space handicapped accessible? Don Hock,
Facilities Superintendent, stated as it stands now it can be made
handicapped accessible very easy - there is a ramp running down
to the parking and is wide enough for a wheelchair and a ramp
could be placed over two existing steps. Mr. Johnson questioned
about the cost of installation of city phone system and computer
system? Don Pratt, Director Department of Community Development,
stated the issue before Council is not whether or not Block Grant
program would use the facility but is the termination of the
Lease. The possibility of Block Grant using the facility has
been discussed, and he ~.s extremely interested due to
overcrowding in his current facility, however, he has not yet
studied the whole issue of space needed and estimated costs to
relocate the Block Grant office.
Mr. Dawkins expressed concern that no one from the Bridge Club
was present to respond to the issue and suggested that
termination not take place until they find other facilities.
Mr. Overson pointed out that the facility has been declared non-
usable due to the code violation.
Mr. Johnson suggested that this issue be taken up during the
budget process to determine what is really needed and costs that
would reflect movement of City phones, computers, etc. Mr.
Dawkins questioned having a facility sit empty until 1989 when
revenue could be received for rental of the space? Ms.
McCluskey stated that the intent was not to wait until 1989 - but
to look into the possibilities for relocation of the Block Grant
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program and make a move very soon. The space situation with
potential hires coming on in Block Grant Program in the Planning
Department is very difficult if not impossible and a move date
was considered by end of August if all the costs figured out.
Mr. Johnson expressed concern that the Block Grant program is
getting bigger when Block Grant funding is getting smaller.
M/S/C/(Johnson/Colvin) to approve termination of the Bridge Club
Lease effective July 31, 1988 in accordance with Section 9 of the
Lease.
Vote:
In Favor:
Oppose:
Overson, Horton, Horning, Waibel, Collins,
Colvin, Johnson
Dawkins
6C - STATEMENT OF BOND REFINANCING POLICY, #AB88-161
Pursuant to SLI B,12, the Treasurer has prepared and the Fiscal
and Budget Committee as approved a policy statement relating to
refunding and advance refunding of the City's bonded debt.
Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, stated the intent of the Statement
of Policy is to demonstrate when and if to pursue the refunding
or advance refunding of outstanding bond issues. It does not
lends itself to an objective and mechanical determination as
there are a variety of subjective factors that weigh heavily on
this decision, which have been outlined and indicate the type of
process followed when approaching this question. When and if any
of the outstanding bonds issues appear to be a likely candidates
for refunding or advance refunding, the Council would be
approached early on in the process requesting approval to go
ahead to pursue refinancing. President Waibel stated that the
Treasurer would use the policy as keys to when to consider
refunding and/or further studying the issue. Mr. Hanna stated
yes, and in a cursory fashion would review the questions as an
ongoing function of his office.
Mr. Colvin requested explanation of the statement "advance
refunding which produces savings of less than 54 should be
considered with great caution". Mr. Hanna explained because of
the large fixed cost associated with taking out new financing-
if the net present value of the stream of payment/refinancing/new
bonds does not pencil out to be at least 54 below the stream of
payments on the old bonds then that calls for a higher level of
scrutiny.
Mr. Johnson made a suggestion that he would not mind seeing an
additional policies: "Council would always be advised on a
refinancing major, the affect of refinancing activities on the
City's bond rating and the Utility's bond rating" and "inclusion
of the Policy Statement into the City's Financial Policy and
Procedure Manual".
Mr. Overson stated
changes.
he agreed with Mr. Johnson's recommended
Mr. Hornin~ emphasized the importance of Council being informed
when the Administration/Treasurer intends to spends City money or
staff time looking into the possible refinancing.
M/S/C/U (Overson/Colvin) to approve the Statement of Bond
Refinancing Policy with the inclusion of (1) Council will be
advised on a refinancing major, the affect of refinancing
activities on the City' s bond rating and the Utility' s bond
rating; (2) inclusion of the Policy Statement into to the City's
Financial Policy and Procedure Manual. \,..,
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6D - SET SALARY MAXIMUM FOR COMITY SERVICES MANAGER, #ABS~-"
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Previous hiring processes resulted in top-ranked* applicants
unwilling to accept the position at a salary equal to 904 of mean
(S30,893/year) salaries paid in comparable cities.
The program is badly in need of continued, experienced Community
Services management. It is estimated that a salary of up to
S34,326/year is required to attract such management. This salary
is 1004 of the mean salary paid in comparable communities.
Don Pratt, Director Department of Community Development, stated
the proposal is to allow a salary maximum which would allow the
City to pay up to that amount. Since the top two applicants for
the position turned down the job last year when the salary was at
the 904 of the mean, approximately $28,000, the following was
undertaken to keep the program going: (1) hired a temporary
contract employee for six months at a salary of $31,000/year;
(2) rewritten the job description which describes the
responsibilities more clearly; (3) conducted a new salary survey
using the new job description. Upon using the new job
description for a salary survey, it was determined that 904 of
the mean is approximately $31,830. Mr. Prat~ stated that he and
the Mayor feel that in order to attract experienced and capable
Block Grant managers the City needs to negotiate a salary
slightly above the $31,000 figure. The reason for this need is
that experienced Block Grant administrators are rare and not
every city receives entitlement Block Grant funds like the City
of Bremerton. Mr. Pratt noted that the cities of Tacoma and
Seattle were not included in the salary survey as comparable
cities. However, we do run. the same Block Grant program and do
compete with them in getting experienced Block grant managers.
Mr. Pratt pointed out Council had received, in the packet, a memo
with a proposed reorganization of Community Services
Office/Planning Department and noted that he is being pressured
by the Administration and the community to reinstate the Home
Loan Rehab Program therefore he is proposing the following: a
full time Community Services manager who would also work the Home
Loan program, a 2/3rds clerical assistant, a full time accountant
and something slightly less than a 1/2 time loan closer.
Mr. Dawkins questioned what the total amount of money is handled
through the Block Grant program? Mr. Pratt stated in 1987 the
City received $350,000 and there is approximate $400-500,000 in
back programs - funds not yet expended. The project program
including administration is between $800 - 900,000. The Program
Manager is also responsible for managing a loan portfolio of past
loans amounting to Si.1 million.
Mr. Johnson questioned where the previous housing program
management was housed? Mr. Pratt explained that several years
ago Kitsap County and Bremerton had a combined program which was
housed on Russell Road and the most recent program, Pheonix
Group, was located on 4th Street. Mr. Johnson disagreed that the
City of Bremerton is competing with the City of Seattle or
Tacoma...Block Grant funding is a federal program, not a state
program, therefore looking for someone with expertise in dealing
with federal programing may require a search from a greater
distance to come up with some well qualified individuals.
Mrs. Horton questioned if the top two applicants who turned down
the original offer have Block Grant experience. Mr. Pratt stated
yes they did as they were both Community Development managers.
Mrs. Horton expressed concern that 'the job description does
not say that Block Grant experience is necessary and she felt
that it should be included. Mr. Pratt stated he would not mind
adding that into the job description.
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Mr.' Overson noted that Council is not voting on the job
description, however, he would like to see some kind of wording
listing the job responsibilities and accountability for funas,
etc. Mr. Pratt stated he had no problem including words that
reinforce accountability.
Mr. Colvin pointed out that if there is a loan program would it
be necessary for the job description to include experience in
loan closing? Mr. Pratt stated the job description states
"manages the City's Housing program and the portfolio of existing
loans" and during the interview process questions would be
included to cover the breadth of knowledge in this area of each
applicant.
Mr. Collins briefly outlined the past few years and the
difficulty of finding competent individuals and possibly the
City had been too frugal in trying to keep the salary at the
lower level and he supported the proposed salary in order that
the City will attract'people with experience.
President Waibel stated for clarification that the City does not
have an individual currently is being offered this particular
salary. Mr. Johnson added that it will be offered only on the
position description which is included with the proposal and
when someone has been hired after going through the hiring
process. Mr. Pratt said yes.
Mrs. Horton pointed out that Council is not being frivolous with
salaries because they are approving an increase on this position.
She noted that it is a very limited position and to obtain the
best possible candidate the salary needs to be raised.
M/S/C/U(Dawkins/Collins) to authorize a salary maximum of
$34,326/year for the Community Services Manager.
President Waibel announced that item 7A had been pulled and would
be heard in two weeks.
8A - PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF A
SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO LOCATE A BILLBOARD AT 666 - 6TH STREET,
APPLICANT: EMPIRE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING (FILE #SUP-4-88), #AB88-
167
At the May 17, 1988 Planning Commission meeting, the Planning
Commission voted five to three denying a Special Use Permit to
locate a billboard at 666 - 6th Street. The City Council may
uphold, amend, or overturn the Planning Commission's decision.
To amend or overturn a 2/3rd majority vote is required by the
City Council (six votes).
President Waibel asked the "Appearance Of Fairness/Conflict Of
Interest" question with all Council members being seated.
Jack A11inaham, Current Planning, pointed out that the request
for a Special Use Permit was for the construction of a billboard
on the noted site which had already been constructed without any
permits granted from. the City. The applicant, after being
notified of this, did apply for a Special Use Permit from the
Planning Commission. Mr. Allin~ham noted the major issues in the
application are basically consistency with the Comprehensive
Plan, consistency with zoning and consistency with proposed
zoning. Mr. Allinaham provided a view foil showing the site
plan as well as a slide photo of the site.
Bill Barber, General Manager of Empire Outdoor Advertising, 3601
6th Avenue, Seattle, explained that the structures are referred
to as Junior Poster Panels, being smaller than the regular
billboard size. He noted that his company owns and operates 500
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of the Jr. Poster Panels in Tacoma, Pierce County and South King
County. He explained that they have become very popular with
local merchants due to their being more affordable than the
regular billboard size. His company had received requests from
merchants in the Bremerton area to serve them which brought them
into Bremerton...at which time several permits were applied for
and granted to construct poster panel size structures. Mr. Barber
noted his firm felt the appeal process was in order for the
structure in question for the following reasons: (1) the location
meets all the requirements of the current code; (2) felt they
were being penalized for the surrounding area; (3) do have local
customers waiting to use the structure. Mr. Barber explained
that all of the other approved permits were for a period of one
year at which time the Planning Commission has the options to
review them at that time.
Mr. Dawkins questioned the current zoning requirements on size of
signs allows? Mr. Allin~ham explained current zoning Ordinance
does not have any limitation on size, location, setbacks, number
of permitted signs on the property.
Mr. Johnson questioned why the poster panel was built in spite of
the fact that the Building Official denied the permit. Mr. Barber
explained that it is not their practice to build signs without
permits, however, the Building Department changed the rules mid
way...initially when permits were requested they were issued
within two or three days. Having done this with 15-20 display
spaces his firm felt that as long as they were in the proper
zones they would not have difficulty obtaining the necessary
approval and when more requests came in their Real Estate staff
went to work finding additional properties and sales staff
followed up with signing up advertisers. Mr. Barber noted that
the sign front was blanked out until a Council decision was
made.
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President Waibel questioned,
Commissions vote was 6-2? Mr.
correct.
for clarity, if the Planning
A11inuham confirmed this was
Mrs. Horton questioned under the new proposed Zoning Ordinance it
states "no two free standing signs will be permitted within 50
feet"... was she correct in her understanding that there is
another sign within this distance? Mr. Allin~ham stated there is
a billboard size sign on the same lot and he believed within the
50 ft. limit, however, he noted that the proposed Zoning
Ordinance is not in affect.
Mr. Overson questioned if there were
advertised? Mr. Barber stated not by
their own limitations.
any limits on what can be
law, however, they set
#0219 M/S/C/U(Collins/Johnson) to uphold the
Commission.'s decision denying the Special Use Permit to
billboard at 666 - 6th Street.
Planning
locate a
8B - PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF PLANNING ACTION DENYING SPECIAL
USE PERMIT TO LOCATE A BILLBOARD AT 540 - 4TH STREET, APPLICANT:
EMPIRE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING, #AB88-168
At the May 17, 1988 Planning Commission meeting, the Planning
Commission denied a Special Use Permit to locate a billboard at
540 4th Street by a tied vote of four to four. No special Use
Permit shall be issued absent the approval by a simple majority
vote of the Planning Commission. A four to four note did not
result in an approval, and therefore, the permit was denied.
The City Council may uphold, amend or overturn the action of the
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Planning Commission. To amend or overturn requires a 2/3rd
majority vote by the City Council (six votes).
President Waibel asked the "Appearance Of Fairness/Conflict Of
Interest" question with Councilman Morrie Dawkins stepping down
and all other Council members being seated.
Jack A11in~ham, Current Planning, briefly outlined Planning
Commission's action and stated basically they could not determine
a way to mitigate the impacts associated with construction of a
structure on this site. Mr. Allin~ham provided a slide picture
showing placement of the poster panel, which was constructed
without a proper permit.
Bill Barber, General Manager of Empire Outdoor Advertising
Company, 3601 6th Avenue S., Seattle, pointed out it was their
determination that the location was most suitable for such a sign
- against a wall. At the time of the Planning Commission hearing
staff's recommendation was for approval of the application. They
felt it was in keeping with the area, location that can only
benefit the~ property owner from the rental received from it, the
advertiser will benefit as well as the public service
organization that his firm supports. Mr. Barber urged the
Council to overturn the denial.
Mr. Horninu questioned where the "time limit" stands on those
that have been permitted? Mr. Allin~ham stated the recently
approved boards were subject to review after one year and one was
subject to removal in one year.
Mr. Overson stated his position as being against advertising of
this style and felt there were other methods for advertising
which would have less of an impact on the view in the City.
Mrs. Horton supported Mr. Overson statement and felt it would not
be in the best interest to the City and not support the proposal.
Mr. Hornin~ stated in general he supports the position taken by
Mr. Overson and Mrs. Horton but in this particular case did not
see it as much as a billboard but as a part of the community
Mr. Collins pointed out that there are five signs on businesses
in close proximity to the poster panel and there is no
restrictions for their placement. And, he supported his
colleagues in cleaning up signs, however, he would consider the
recommendation of the Planning Department, and he was not sure he
agreed with limiting all signs.
M/S/C(Horning/Colvin) to uphold the Planning Commission's action
denying the Special Use Permit to locate a billboard at 540 - 4th
Street.
Vote: In Favor:
Oppose:
Overson, Horton, Horning, Colvin, Johnson
Collins, Waibel
Councilman Dawkins returned to the Council Chambers at 7:53 p.m.
6E - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) MILITARY LEAVE ALLOWANCE FOR
REGULAR EMPLOYEES, #AB88-163
B.M.C. 2.40,260 originally granted employees 15 calendar days of
military leave in any United States Government fiscal year.
Historically, employees were given 15 consecutive days for
military leave, which included days not scheduled to work.
Recent Washington State court cases have determined regularly
scheduled days off are not to be counted in the 15 days leave
period, and that the period to use the 15 calendar days should be
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calendar or budget year instead of
fiscal year.
the United States Government
This change to the B.M.C. aligns the ~ity with the court
decisions.
Ian Sievers, City Attorney, stated his office provided a legal
recommendation that the City's ordinance should be changed
because it was out of compliance with current case law.
Mr. Johnson questioned the section relating to "any compensation
derived" and felt it was unfair to the employee, especially if
they are receiving per diem for hotel room and in stead should
be looking at base pay on military side and gross City salary.
Also, he did not believe the City has to accept 15 days as
generally the training period starts on a Monday and ends on
Fridays. Mr. Sievers stated the City is required to allocate 15
days and if the off duty days are included as part of the 15 days
then it is reducing the benefit...15 full working days is the
benefit. Mr. Johnson questioned if there could be a carryover?
Mr. Sievers stated they go with the calendar year.
Mr. Sievers stated one point of discussion taken from the
Council's study session was that the compensation should be
assigned to the City - that being a simpler procedure and is
current practice. Also, in the second paragraph of the proposed
ordinance he suggested deletion of the word "and" from the
w6rding: "Any compensation derived from (1) and/or (2) shall be
deducted...".
Mr. Sievers stated for clarification that an employee going on
military leave would receive both his City and military pay.
M/S/C(Johnson/Colvin) to table this item.
Vote:
In Favor:
Oppose:
Horton, Horning, Waibel, Collins,
Dawkins, Colvin, Johnson
Overson
6F - NATIONAL BANK OF BREMERTON RIGHT-OF-WAY LEASE LEBO BLVD., AT
SHERIDAN VILLAGE, #AB88-164
National Bank of Bremerton has requested use of a portion of Lebo
Blvd. right-of-way for use as a driveway for access to a drive-up
window in the newly remodeled building in Sheridan Village.
An additional 5' x
business sign.
5'portion is requested for location of a
Dave Baker, City Engineer, explained that the National Bank of
Bremerton is remodeling a building for use as a bank in the
Sheridan Village and desires to provide a drive-up window which
will run along the street side of the building and are requesting
an easement for a drive-way which is 145 feet long by five feet
wide with an'additional 5' x 5' needed in order to place a sign.
The easement is on the very edge of the right-of-way. After
review it was determined that the street is not going to be
widened in the near future thereby by granting the easement it
will not interfere with any plans the City may have for that
area. And, the applicant has agreed to remove the sign in the
event the City needed use of the right-of-way.
Mr. Hornina pointed out that the applicant is renting the
easement on a month-to-month basis with a 30 day clause to break
the lease if necessary and he felt by approving this request
Council is improving business within the City.
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Mr. Colvin questioned if this request had any negative impact on
the surrounding area? Mr. Baker stated there does not appear to
be any negative impacts.
Mr. Johnson pointed out that possibly the Bank would like to make
an annual payment rather than monthly since it is such a small
amount.
Mr. Collins questioned why a month-to-month lease is being
offered which would indicate there might be some other intent by
the applicant...such as a possible request for vacation? Mr.
Baker stated the intent of the applicant is to apply for
vacation of the 5' x 5' strip of land. In order to get their
building started and process going they opted to go with the
lease. Mr. Collins stated he would prefer to give the bank a
more nominal fee for a 10 year lease with option for renewal.
Mr. Sievers commented that in reviewing how to deal with right-
of-way or vacation, or lease ... the City would not recommend a
lease if .applicant were to base permanent development that was
irreversible based on the leased property where a one month
revocation clause was in place. Mr. Collins expressed concern
that the applicant would have business taken away if the 5'
driveway was not available. Mr. Sievers explained that there
were other driveways into the shopping area which could provide
access to the drive-up window. Mr. Baker explained that the 5'
easement is necessary to get the width for the driveway. Every
drive way in the City goes from the constructed portion of the
street to the private property across the easement. He was not
sure the use of the driveway itself is a problem, however, the
bank desires a written agreement.
M/S/C/U(Dawkins/Colvin) to authorize
lease agreement as presented.
the Mayor
to execute the
7B - ORDINANCE #4162 (SECOND READING) CONSOLIDATING UNIFORM
REOUIREMENTS AND REVISING PROVISIONS OF REGULATORY LICENSES,
#AB88-136
M/S/C/U(Horton/Colvin) to approve Ordinance #4162, on second
reading, consolidating ul~.form requirements and revising
provisions of regulatory licen~'e~v.
7C - RESOLUTION #2218, 1989 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES AND STATEMENTS
OF ISSUE AND POLICY, #AB88-166
The City Council provides Goals and Objectives and Statements of
Issue and Policy to guide and assist the CityAdministration
assembling a budget that will support Bremerton's progress.
Mr. Overson stated the Goals and Objectives and Statements of
Issue and Policy speak for themselves and this is a new approach
which was borne from Council's retreat this year. The intent is
to possibly encourage or enhance the City towards some specific
goals which Council feels necessary, thereby encourage budgeting
in that direction speeding things along.
M/S/C/U(Overson/Horton) to approve Resolution #2218, adopting the
Goals and Objectives and Statements Of Issue and Policy for the
City of Bremerton for Fiscal year 1989.
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City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes
June 22, 1988
Page 11 of 11
With no further business meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, CITY CLERK"
APPROVED
HANK WAIBEL, Council President
City of Bremerton
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