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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
DECEMBER 14, 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, December 14, 1988, 1988 at 5:30
p.m., with Council President Hank Waibel presiding. Council
members present were , Lynn Horton, Spencer Horning, C. R. "Tiny"
Collins, A1 Colvin, Morrie Dawkins, and Russ Johnson. Councilmen
Lon Overson and Shirley Marty Crutcher were absent. Also present
were City Attorney Ian Sievers and Deputy City Clerk Gil
Johnson.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council
President Hank Waibel and Invocation was given by Councilman A1
Colvin.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Meeting Held - November 30, 1988, ~AB88-287
B. Bid Award Recommendation - Chlorine for 1989, #AB88-288
C. Bid Award Recommendation - Asphalt Products for 1989,
~AB88-289
M/S/C/U(Collins/Horning) to approve Consent Agenda as presented.
CLAIMS/WARRANT REGISTERS
Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer as
required by RCW 42.24.080,. and those expense reimbursement
claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090, have been
recorded on a listing which- has been made available to the
councll.
M/S/C/U(Colvin/Dawkins) on December 14, 1988, the Council does
approve for payment those vouchers included and further described
as follows: 40190 through 40351 in the total amount of
$311,611.77.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Johnson reported that the City Council had met with local
State Legislators this date and dlscusseU with them key issues
relating to ferry service, State highways, management of solid
waste, State to maintain ownership of Manette Bridge, highway
access to Bremerton from freeways, development of 4-year hlgher
education opportunities in the City of Bremerton, keeping up with
Municipal Research Council, maintaining the Interagency Committee
for Parks land, etc. He noted that Olympic and Kitsap Peninsulas
are finding they need to have a coordinated volce on the issues
that affect each area. Also, in regard to the Council's Bulletin
Board System, as a result of JoAnne Marez's story in The Sun the
item had been picked up by one of the major radio stations and
questioned why City of Seattle hadn't developed a system of this
type. Mr. Johnson's response to that inquiry was "you had to go
to a City of leadership".
Mr. Colvin artended the meetlng with State legislators and did
discuss wlth them the issue of llftlng the restriction on the
number of students who can attend Olympic College. In addition,
he had the opportunity to sample food at Olympic College
Cafeteria and noted that it was of a high quality and they
provided good service. He noted that there was a large group of
satisfied citizens after the last Seahawks football game due to
the availability of ferrles for thelr return home.
Mr. Dawkins announced that on Sunday, December 18, 3:00 PM, the
Bremerton Symphony will present their "Pop's Concert", which ls
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being sponsored by City employees.
Mrs. Horton noted a recent article in the Seattle P.I. about some
members of the Seattle City council finally are startlng to think
that perhaps part of the cure to trafflc congestion in the
downtown Seattle area would be to consider putting in a ferry
system on Lake Washington. She noted thls is encouraging and
anticipates more legislators supporting ferry services. On
Monday, December 19, 1988, the Haddon Neighborhood Group will
hold a follow up sesslon on "drug concerns in their area", at
6:00 pm., at Bremerton High School.
Mr. Hornina encouraged everyone to attend the "Pops Concert" and
noted a sizeable donation is being given by City elected
officials and staff.
Mr. Waibel reported the Puget Sound Council Of Governments has a
standing committee on Transportation - SCOT - of which he is a
member. He noted this committee has been looking at regional
type transportation and he has specifically brought up the issue
of ferry service during those discussions.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Roy McInnis, ~'111 Maple Street, stated during his attendance at
Councll meetings this year he had not always agreed with Council
decisions, however, he felt the City Council made decisions in
the best lnterest of the citizens. He wished everyone a very
Merry Christmas.
Elizabeth Bue11, 1722 High Avenue, expressed her concern as to
the dangerous intersection at 15th and High and urged the City to
do something soon to correct this hazardous condition.
6A - APPROVAL OF CHANGE TO CIVIL SERVICE RULE 4.40 AND NEW RULE
15.08, #AB88-290
on October 15, 1988, the Civll Service Commission approved a
change to Rule 4.40 - Reduction and adopted new Rule 15.08-
Voluntary Reduction which allows an employee to lnitiate a
voluntary reduction in rank. Previously, reductions were only
allowed due to reorganization, lacR of ~un~s or in lleu of
discharge of a probationary employee.
This change provides
development.
employees alternative
options
1D career
Maraery Holsather, Civil Service Officer, brlefly reviewed the
changes and noted that it also allows an employee to seek
reduction to a lower class in a different serles but only upon
approval of Civil Service Commission. She noted it is a positive
step for the employees to have alternatives in the work scheme.
Mr. Collins questioned how could thls be a career development
opportunity when an employee would be retreating back to a
position they previously held? Ms. Holsather noted it could be a
3oD they previously held or an entirely Ul~=erent one, as an
example, an Accounting Assistant II positlon was available in an
outlying office which had a broader scope than what was available
in the positlon currently held by the employee. In this instance
the employee desired to apply for the position, however, under
current Civil Service Rules thls would not be possible. With the
rule change as proposed, the employee would be allowed to take a
positlon at a lower class as long as it falls wlthin the same
category. Mr. Collins raised issue as to EEO intent - is the
development o~ a person being denied? Ms. Holsather stated no,
because another openlng would be created and would give another
person the opportunity to move up into a high position.
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Mr. Colvin questioned if the open position would be publicly
announced in the event an employee requests a voluntary reduction
to that position and would the employee have an-advantage over
someone else applying for the position? Ms. Holsather stated it
would be announced and if the Department Head and Civil Service
Commission agree then the employee would be granted the request.
As a matter of rule the City tries to give City employees the
options first of any openings through the promotional process and
this would be an extension of that process.
Mr. Johnson questioned for clarification - what say does the
supervisor of the lower classification position have regarding
individuals requesting a position at a lower classification?
Ms. Holsather stated it requires the accepting Department head to
agree to the reduction and the acceptance of the employee.
President Waibel questioned if this particular rule available to
employees who are on probation? Ms. Holsather stated no, an
employee does not become a regular employee until they pass their
probation.
M/S/C(Dawkins/Horning)
adopt new Rule 15.08.
to approve
the change to Rule
4.40 and
Vote: In Favor:
Oppose:
Horton, Homing, Waibel, Dawkins, Johnson
Collins,~Colvin
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6B - EMPLOYEE CONTRACT - JIM BRONTOLI, #AB88-291
Attached is the employment contract for Jim Brontoli, Cable T.V.
Access Coordinator. His salary has been increased 3~. This
increase was included in his proposed 1989 budget submittal. Mr.
Brontoli has made a gre&t deal of progress with the Access
Program. A full report will be presented at the February study
session. T.C.I. will continue to pay the majority of Mr.
Brontoli's salary.
M/S/C/U(Horton/Horning) to approve the employment contract with
Mr. Jim Brontoli.
6C -EASEMBNT - CENTRAL BREMERTON WASTEWATER FACILITIES
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, #AB88-292
The Central Bremerton Wastewater Improvements Project requires
the solicitation of easements across private properties in order
to install sewer mains associated with the project.
Attached are easement agreements between the City of Bremerton,
the Bremer Consolidated Trust and Olympic College to allow for
construction and installation of sewer and water mains along the
waterfront between First and Second Streets and from Second
Street along the waterfront and west to Washington and Burwell
Streets.
Bill Dully, Utilities Manager, stated this is one of the final
steps in preparation of this document and starting construction
after the first of the year.
Mr. Johnson questioned if arrangements had been worked out with
Puget Power to underground utilities? Mr. Duffy stated yes,
discussions have been held particularly regarding First Street.
Mrs. Horton questioned if the project is not completed by 1990
does the City have any contingencies for extension of the
project? Mr. Dully stated an agreement would have to be
developed to continue and such a request would be brought back to
the City Councll.
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M/S/C/U(Colllns/Colvln) to approve easement agreements and
authorize the Mayor to execute said agreements subject to City
Policy and Procedure.
6D - PROPOSAL TO INCREASE RATES CITY OWNED PARKING FACILITIES,
~AB88-293
The contract with Diamond Parking requires City Council approval
to increase or decrease parking rates in City owned facilities
located at 405 Washington (garage) and 300 and 301 Park Avenue.
Summary of Exhibit I Rate proposal:
Parkina Garaae: The increase proposed for monthly permits (is
$4.00), to $30.00 plus tax for levels 4-7, (and $4.00) to $16.00,
plus tax for levels 8, 9. Weekend parking rates on levels 8 and
9 would be the see as hourly rates posted for the rest of the
facility. There will be no increase in evening hour rates or for
levels 1-3 daily parking.
Park Avenue Lots:
follows:
Diamond Parking proposes to increase rates as
0 - 4 hours Increase $ .50 to $1.50
4 -10 hours Increase $ .50 to 2.50
All Day Increase $ .50 to 2.50
Mr. Johnson noted the City needed to become more competitive as
the surrounding parking lots were charging more and were well
used and questioned why the ~City's lots were so low"? Jim
Lambert, Diamond Parking, stated this is the market in Bremerton
and should not be compared with Seattle. Basically, Diamond
(privately owned) lot rate structures are based on how near the
Shipyard they are located and they are adjusted more often than
the City lots.
Mrs. Horton questioned of the 99 parking stalls available daily
in the parking garage and 198 monthly - what is the percentage
filled? Gil Johnson, Deputy Clerk, stated on Levels 4 through 7
71 monthly permits are sold out of 132 available spaces. On
Levels 8 and 9 an average over five months period 52 permits for
66 spaces available. Mrs. Horton feels there is an inconsistency
in the structure from the Park Avenue lot to the parking garage
and should the daily rates be changed so they are consistent with
the Park Avenue lot daily rates? Mr. Lambert stated that garages
themselves are a little harder to sell (security, access, etc.)
and statistically harder to fill, therefore, rates should be a
little lower to enhance that occupancy.
Mr. Dawkins questioned if more Seattle commuters were using the
parking garage then shipyard workers? Mr. Lambert stated he had
not undertaken-an analysis as to who is a Seattle commuter or
shlpyard worker, however, ne belleves that currently it is being
use~ aDoUE equal Dy the two user groups.
Mr. Johnson expressed concern that the City not allow the parking
meters and parking lots become grid locked with vehicles while
other economlc activities are taking place.
Mrs. Hotton noted that the City has a parking plan which will be
implemented ~n the first part of 1989, which may have an affect
on lot parking. She suggested Mr. Lambert may want to come back
after the plan is implemented to consider raising the lot fees.
Mr. Lambert stated his support of the proposed plan and felt it
was very feasible for the City.
_522 M/S/C/U(Colvin/Collins ) to approve pparking rates proposed by
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Diamond Parking with an effective date of January 1, 1989.
7A - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) AMENDING THE CITY OF BREMERTON
1988 BUDGET, #AB88-294
Several actions taken by the City require additions and
modifications to the budget in order for it to continue to
accurately reflect the financial operating plan of the City.
Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, noted several of the Budget
Adjustment request forms did not have Council Fiscal and Budget
approval prior to them being printed in the Council packet. The
Fiscal and Budget Committee did review them on December 13 and
recommend their approval.
M/S/C/U(Horton/Colvin) to approve Ordinance, on first reading,
amending Ordinance 4155, relating to the budget of the City of
Bremerton for fiscal year 1988.
7B - ORdJlNANCE (FIRST READING} SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM
AMENDMENTS, ~AB88-295
The City Council approved a "Resolution of Intent to Adopt"
amendments to the Bremerton Shoreline Master Program on July 27,
1988 (Exhibit "A"). The proposed amendments were submitted to
the Department of Ecology (DOE) for final approval as required by.
law.
DOE agreed to the proposed amendments with three minor revisions
that were necessary to bring the Master Program into conformance
with the Shoreline Management Act (Ex."B"), subject to the
Mayor's consent (Ex."C"}. DOE adopted the amendments into the
State Shoreline Master Program November 1, 1988 (Ex. "D").
The amendments are now in effect.
local formality.
City
adoption is a necessary
Don Pratt, Director of Community Development, briefly restated
previous actions to bring the Shoreline Master Program amendments
to this point. He noted when the amendments were submitted to
the Department Of Ecology they rejected three changes that were
made: (1) whether or not Shoreline Permits require environmental
testing on the shorelines (rejected due to its being
contradictory to the State legislation); (2)(3) relate to
whether or not Shoreline Permits are required to build
speculative single family homes and docks on the waterfront
(rejected). However, today those issues were presented to the
State legislators and urged that even though they are relative
minor issues they could be g. ood house keeping legislation.
Changes that were approved, which he feel are significant and
creative for the City of Bremerton, include: ( 1 ) permit process
has been significantly shortened for all projects which are in
conformance with both Zoning and Shoreline Master Plan. In these
cases, Shoreline Permits can be issued administratively and there
is no public hearing process; ( 2 ) the Shorelines Hearings Board,
when hearings are required, can be started with the Planning.
Commission making a recommendation to the City Council in the
inltial part of the process. Previously such cases had gone
directly to the City Council, not the Planning Commission; (3)
over water and shoreline development which is not marine "
dependent but does provlde substantial public access to the
water is now permitted in the urban core. What this means-that
things like restaurants, hotel or other non-water dependant uses
can be erected within the shoreline or over water in the downtown
district provided it provides significant public access
unrestricted to a number of people. Next, there are several very
strong commercial business districts that are in the shorelines ~/
but are not perceived to be in the shoreline because they areI
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situated on high bluffs - with the public not associating the
business district with the shoreline. Even though the public
does not have that perception because of the setback from the
shoreline that covers shore lands, those businesses are required
to follow Shoreline Master Plans and it provided a hardship in
relationship to businesses across the street. The ordinance has
been amended to decrease the sign standards for these businesses
to put them on a competitive basis with their neighbors. Lastly,
the City now requires public access in all commercial and large
multi-family developments that are built on the waterfront. This
is public access for the community to be on the rare resource,
which is the waterfront.
Mr. Johnson stated Bremerton, over the past 5/6 years, has become
one of the leaders in the State in developing ecology sound plans
to support a lot of the concerns being voiced State- wide. Some
of them were not pleasant like the City's secondary treatment and
cleaning up the sound. Mr. johnson read several statements in a
letter from DOE in which they commend the City for its planning
efforts in this area.
M/S/C/U(Horning/Colvin) to approve the Exhibit "E" Ordinance, on
first reading, adopting the Bremerton Shoreline Master Program as
approved by the State Department Of Ecology.
7C - ORDINANCE ~4180 (SECOND READING) CREATING A FUND OF THE CITY
TO BE CALLED THE ATHLETIC SPORTS FUND, #AB88-283
M/S/C/U(Horton/Horning) to pass Ordinance ~4180, on second
reading, creating a fund of the City to be called the Athletic
Sports Fund and designating the purpose and uses thereof.
M/S/C/U(Johnson/Dawkins) that the effective date of Ordinance
#4180 will be effective on December 29, 1988.
7D - ORDINANCE #4181 (SECOND READING) ADOPTING AND APPROVING THE
CITY'S 1989 BUDGET. #AB88-284
Mr. Johnson noted last week Council discussed the proper source
of funds for the retro fit of Municipal Pool equipment - whether
out of Block Grant funds or General Fund and questioned if it was
lncluded in the proposed budget? MaYor Gene Lobe stated it can
be left as is at this point and not fund it through the Block
Grant funds. If there are unspent General Funds at the end of
the year then funding could be committed for this project. If
not, then the Mayor would look to the possibility of using Real
Estate Excise Tax funds.
M/S/C/UiHorton/Colllns) to pass Ordinance ~4181, on second
reading, approving and adopting the financial budget for the
several funds of the City of Bremerton for the fiscal year 1989,
and appropriating the amounts set forth in each budget to each
fund in accordance with RCW 35.33.075.
Mayor Gene Lobe requested the City Council seriously consider a
Biannual Budget, which would take a lot of pressure off Council
and staff. Mr. Johnson stated he supported the Mayor's position
on thls lssue and stressed the importance of having a Statement
Of Legislative Intent in the first quarter of the new year to
address the issue and get on the right cycle. Mrs. Horton noted
that as part of the Fiscal and Budget meeting held December 13,
discussion was held relatlng to a biannual budget.
8A - PUBLIC HEARING - ALLEY VACATION - RESOLUTION ~2235 - BOUNDED
BY CALLOW AVE., RODGERS ST., WYCOFF AVE., COONTZ ST., APPLICANT:
KITSAP TRANSIT, OWNER: CITY OF BREMERTON, ~AB88-296
On October 18, 1988, the Bremerton Planning Commission voted
unanimously to recommend approval of the requested alley vacation
to the Clty Council.
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On November 16, 1988, the City Council, by Resolution ~2235, set
December 14, 1988, to hold a public hearing on the request for
alley vacation.
President Waibel asked the "Appearance Of Fairness/Conflict Of
Interest" question with Councilmen Spencer Horning and Hank
Waibel stepping down. Councilman Lynn Horton took over as
presiding Acting Council President.
Ed Davis, Department Of Community Development, briefly reviewed a
series of exhibits provided for Council information. He noted
the Planning Commission recommended adoption of alley vacation
with three conditions being applied to the vacation:
1. The applicant shall confirm the need for any easements
necessary for power, gas, telephone or cable facilities. If
easements are needed, the applicant shall grant the necessary
easements within the vacated area.
2. The applicant shall compensate the City
accordance with City and State regulations.
for property in
3. The applicant shall develop a new legal description and the
legal description shall be submitted to the County Auditor's
office showing all ownership of the landowner as one tax lot map
and a copy of the new recorded legal description will become a
part of the building permit submittal.
Mr. Davis presented slides showing conditions which brought forth
the three conditions.
Richard Hayes, Executive Director Kitsap Transit, stated the
purpose of the alley vacation is for Kitsap Transit maintenance
and operating base to occupy the entire block site. He noted it
is essential that they control the alley for safety and security
reasons. In addition, with the total use of the block area
dedicated to transit there will be no need for public ingress and
egress. MaT. Hayes stated they are in the middle of two phases
with the construction of the outer wall currently under way and
paving to commence soon.
Thelma Romans, 231 S. Wycoff, questioned if the alley vacation
would affect the utilization of the alley behind her residence on
south Wycoff? Mr. Davis explained that it would not as the alley
in question is across the street to the east of her residence.
Roy McInnis, 2711 Maple
vacation, noting that the
improvement in that area.
Street, stated his support of the alley
proposed plans would be a definite
Gil Johnson, Deputy Clerk, read into the record a letter from
Puget Sound Power & Light Company stating they have no objection
to the alley vacatlon 1= the easement language contained in RCW
36.87.140 is included.
Mr. Johnson questioned if the overhead power lines would be re-
routed underground as part of the construction project? Mr.
Hayes stated yes, the poles along the alley will be removed and
power service to the complex will be comlng off of Wycoff Street.
M/S/C/U(Collins/Colvin) to approve the Alley Vacation with three
mitigating conditions:
1. THe applicant shall confirm the need for any easements
necessary for power, gas, telephone or cable facilities. If
easements are needed the applicant shall grant the necessary
easements within the vacated area.
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2. The applicant shall compensate the City for property in
accordance with City and State regulations.
3. The applicant shall develop a new legal description and the
legal description shall be submitted to the County Auditor's
office showing all ownership of the landowner as one tax lot map
and a copy of the new recorded legal description will become a
part of the building permit submittal.
President Waibel and Councilman Horning returned to the meeting
at 7:16 p.m.
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8B - ALLEY VACATION - RESOLUTION #2236 - BOUNDED BY CALLOW AVE.,
FA~RAGUT ST., WYCOFF AVE., & COONTZ ST., APPLICANT: BREMERTON
BOTTLING, OWNER: CITY OF BREMERTON, #AB88-297
IOn October 18, 1988, the Bremerton Planning Commission voted
unanimously to recommend approval of the requested alley vacation
to the City Council.
On November 16, 1988, the City council, by Resolution #2236, set
December 14, 1988, to hold a public hearing on the request for
alley vacation-.
President Waibel asked the "Appearance Of Fairness/Conflict Of
Interest" question with all Council members present being seated.
Ed Davis, Department Of Community Development, stated the
Planning Commission recommended approval of the alley vacation
with four mitigating conditions:
1. The applicant shall confirm the need for any easements
necessary for power, gas, telephone or cable facilities. If
easements are needed, the applicant shall grant the necessary
easements within the vacated area.
2. The applicant shall compensate the City for property in
accordance with City and State regulations.
3. The applicant shall aevelop new legal descriptions and the
legal descriptions shall be submitted to the County Auditor's
office showing all ownership of the landowners as one tax lot.
4. The applicant shall utilize removable bollards to restrict
traffic through the alley.
Mr. Davis provided slides and view graphs showing the location
and current conditions of the subject alley. The proposed
vacation involves five businesses, Bremerton Bottling, Sportsman
Restaurant, Mobile/market gas station and vacated building
previously housing a gun shop and White Pig Tavern. Mr. Davis
pointed out Bremerton Bottling% major concern is safety of their
employees as trucks and equipment move from within the Dulldlng,
across the alley to parking/loading areas.
Bruce Pineo, applicant, explained the need to improve safety and
security in the area along the alleyway. He noted the use of
mirrors to enhance blind access areas has not solved the safety
problem. Also, they desire to fence off the area around the
bottling company due to littering, whlch would help clean up the
general area. He noted the Sportsman Restaurant had parking
problems during the heavy lunch hour period and most of their
problems could be resolved with the alley vacation. Bremerton
Bottling has volunteered to renovate the sidewalk area at the
south end of the alley along Farragut Avenue, thereby improving
curbing and sidewalk area.
Mr. Collins expressed concern that the proposed alley vacation
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would create a hardship on' the surrounding businesses and
questioned who would the land belong to that would be vacated?
Mr. Davis stated by State law it would go to the adjacent
property owners, so each of the five property owners within the
block would receive their portion of 1/2 of the alley. Mr.
Collins questioned if the alley were vacated would the property
owners have to put a fence down the middle to separate the
properties? Mr. Davis explained that each property owner can
leave the alley open or fence it off ... it would be their
private property.
President Waibel pointed out that all flve property owners had
signed the petition thereby agreeing to the requested vacation.
Mr. Collins expressed concern that the alleyway south of
Bremerton Bottling does not have a plan as to how it will be
utilized and felt uncomfortable approving something without a
plan. Mr. Hornina restated the fact that the vacated property
would become private property, the City would not have any
interest in it nor any liability.
Mr. Colvin questioned how much would the participants be paying
the City for the property vacated? Mr. Davis stated to his
understanding the participant would pay 1/2 assessed value as
developed with the Engineering Department and Legal Department
through negotiations with the property owners. Ian Sievers, City
Attorney, stated for clarification that it would be 1/2 of the
fair market value determined through negotiations and obtaining
appraisals.
Mr. Collins expressed concern' that specific information was not
available as to how the property owners would utilize the alley.
Mr. Davis stated he could only speak to the issue of bollards
being placed at the north and south boundaries of Bremerton
Bottling - they would be placed at the applicants discretion.
The planning staff had heard a proposal that the hollards would
be placed during the daytime hours so that small equipment
could move safety from the building to the parking/loading areas.
Mr. Hornina stressed the fact that once the property is vacated
it would become private property divided among the five
surrounding property owners and he suggested that Condition ~4
be deleted. Mr. Davis stated he supported Mr. Horning's
suggestion as the criteria for action is: (a) Is there any public
need to retain the right-of-way. (b) Will the public lnterest
best be served by the vacation of the right-of-way.
Mr. Pineo stated for clarification that the property owners
involved have been working together to work out what will be done
with the area once it is vacated.
M/S/C(Horning/Colvin) to approve the Alley Vacation with three
mitigating conditions:
1. The applicants shall confirm the need for any easements
necessary for power, gas, telephone or cable facilities. If
easements are needed, the applicants shall grant the necessary
easements within the vacated area.
2. The applicants s~all compensate the City for property in
accordance wlth City and State regulations.
3. The applicants shall develop new legal descriptions and the
legal descriptions shall be submitted to the County Auditor's
office showing all ownership of the landowners as one tax lot.
Vote:
In Favor:
Oppose:
Horton, Horning, Waibel, Dawkins, Colvin
Johnson
Colllns
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8C -CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - MAYOR'S PROPOSED 1989 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROJECT RECOMMENDATIONS, ~AB88-286
Mr. Hornina stated he had discussed with staff the issue of
revising the Housing Rehab Program. He felt that this would be
an opportunity for the City, as a community, to encourage home
ownership in low income areas. As part of the discussion it was
agreed that there is a format to use to encourage this activity.
Although the details are not worked out, he encouraged Council to
move forward and approve the Block Grant application requests as
-presented but putting a hold on releasing Housing Rehab funds
until everything is worked through.
Mr. .Johnson stated he had some concerns previously which were
directed in the same area as Councilman Horning for the housing
program and there were a couple of reasons for that: (1) funding
position with regard to Housing Rehab is changing. In the past
it has been a one-way outflow of money, however, some of the
loans are coming due as well as some of the individuals holding
loans are becoming very elderly and one can expect in the future
there will be money coming in on previous loans. (2) One thing
lacking in the past was not a strategy aimed at improving the
housing stock and availability of good housing in Bremerton. Mr.
Hornina noted that present policies do not support this change so
effort has to be put forth to create policies to implement such a
program.
Mr. Johnson suggested that'. the model motion (a) should be
amended so that the Housing Rehab Program strategy be approved by
the City Council and not a City Council committee.
M/S/C/U(Horning/Johnson) that the City Council amend the Mayor's
1989 Community Development Block Grant Program as follows: (A)
Housing Rehabilitation Program - delay program expenditures
until the City Councll approves the housing strategy including
development and underwriting criteria and a policy for the use of
the loan funds prepaid to the City and the Waterfront Pathway
developed project expenditures pass.: approval of the process and
acceptable to the City Council.
M/S/C/U(Johnson/Colvin) that the City Council authorize the Mayor
to submit to HUD the appropriate application of 1989 Community
Development Block Grant Programs as amended by the City Council;
to authorize the Mayor to accept 1989 Community Block Grant funds
as approved by the City Council; and to further authorize the
Mayor to executive contracts with Subgrantees for the use of
these funds. The City Council further directs the City Treasurer
to administratively distribute Community Development Block Grant
funds appropriately in the 1989 City budget
ED Davis thanked the City Council for giving him the opportunity
to work with them for the past i 1/2 years as he will be leaving
City employment on December 15.
With no further business meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, CITY CLERK
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HANK WAIBEL, Councll President
City of Bremerton
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