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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
APRIL 15, 1987
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, April
1987, at 5:30 p.m. with Council President Spencer Horning
presidinG. Council members present were Lon 0verson, Morrie
Dawkins, , Hank Waibel, C. R. "Tiny" Collins, Mary Lou Long,
A1 Colvin, Russ Johnson, and Shirley Marry Crutcher. Also
present were City Attorney Ian Sievers and City Clerk'
Kathleen McCiuskey.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by
President Horninq with Councilman A1 Colvin Giving the
Invocation.
President Hornin9 announced that 'Item #B under Consent
Agenda will be heard as a separate item
bONSENT AGENDA
Item #A - Minutes of' April 8, 1987, #AB87-115
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Collins) to approve Minutes of meetinG held
April 8, 1987 as presented.
PROCLAMATION
Ms. McCluskey read proclamation whereby Mayor Gene Lobe
proclaimed the week of APRIL 13 - 19 as WEEK OF THE YOUNG
CHILD, to work toward the well being of all children in our
City.
SPECIAL AWARDS
Gary Scott, Battalian Chief Bremerton Fire Department,
presented a Resolution of Commendation to Douglas
Fairweather and Rene Reidel for their CPR life savings
assistance to Marion Brewer who was in cardiac arrest in j.
C. Penneys on December 11, 1986; and a Resolution of
Commendation to Helen Westover and Betty LaGer for their
CPR life savings assistance to Harold Zehm who was in full
cardiac arrest at the Family Pancake House on December 13,
1986; and a Resolution of Commendation to Dave Oaks and
Brian Hoffman for their prompt action in reporting a house
fire in progress at 1309 Crawford Drive and assisting the
occupant out of the burning residence, thereby saving both a
life and a home.
Item 2B - Bid Award Recommendation - Public Defender
Services, #AB87-116
Requests for Statement of Qualification and proposals were
prepared, advertised and received in accordance with
accepted Call-for-Bid procedures for Public Defender
Services for indigent defense in Bremerton Municipal Court.
Seven proposals were received.
Proposals were reviewed by two attorneys representing the
Kitsap County Bar Association. The review of Statements of
Qualification reflected that all firms are qualified to
provide the requested services. Review also included the
firms' attorney and support capability relative to staff
size. The final phase of review considered financial
proposals received.
For purposes of public disclosure, a member of the
recommended law firm is the spouse of the Director of
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Administrative Services. Ms. McCluskey was not involved in
the bid process, she will not be supervising or evaluating
the contractor and she does not approve payments. These
areas are the responsibility of the Municipal Court.
An Executive Session was called at 5:40 p.m. with Council
full Council reseated at 6:25 p.m.
Mr. Waibel'excused himself due to a conflict of interest.
Gil Johnson, Purchasing Agent, briefly outlined the public
.notice for bid procedure and noted that Ms. Childtess,
Assistant Court Administrator, and himself were present
during the bid opening and review process.
Lena Swanson, 2123 Snyder Avenue, Ralph Spear, Glenn
Jarstad,- 2823 Hefner, spoke in favor of awarding the
contract as recommended, with a show of support that there
was not a conflict of interest issue involved.
Art Anderson, 1712 Ohio Avenue, Bert Gegner, 934 Washington
spoke in opposition, citing Ordinance No. 3967, Ethics
Ordinance and questioning appearance of fairness issue.
Mr. Jim Sells, a principal in the recommended firm, offered
to standby for any questions Council may have.
Mrs. Long raised questions as to the appearance of fairness
issue and wished to contact the Attorney General's office
for an o~inion before proceeding with awarding of bid and
also reqr.:st the Ethics Commission to review this issue
and provide Council with a recommendation. Ian Sievers,
City Attc-ney stated that the Ethics Commission is currently
reviewing the Ethics Ordinance and will bring suggested
changes to Council for their apptovai. Mrs. Long pointed
out that a handout, given out shortly prior to Council
meeting by Mr. Johnson, included an additional name of
bidder which was not included on the information provided
in Council Agenda.
Mr. Colvin thanked citizens for their comments and due to
the appearance of fairness question desired to investigate
this further and would llke an opinion from the Ethics
Commission.
Mr. Collins stated that the firms more highly qualified
are the those which are currently serving the city as Public
Defender, Steve Bennett and Bartholomew & Johnson,. who serve
as a backup.
M/S/C(Cqllins/Overson) to continue for one week during which
time CoUncil directs the Court to make an evaluation of
'the two firms, who are presently performing the Public
Defender functions for the City of Bremerton, and to
provide Council with an evaluation of these two firms for
their consideration.
Vote:
In Favor: Collins, Long, Colvin, Johnson, Overson,
Horning
Abstain: Dawkins
Mr. Waibel re3oKned Council.
CLAIMS/W~RRANTS REGISTER
Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer as
required by RCW 42.24.080, and those expense reimbursement
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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(johnson/Colvin) on April ]5, 1987, the Council does
approve for payment those vouchers included and further
described as follows: Regular Warrants 28977 through 29080
in the total amount of $86,932.91
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Phil Drouin, 103 Olympic Avenue, spoke on behalf of the Busy
Hands Extension Group regarding the State wide Spring clean
up which is titled, "Spring Rally". He gave update on use
of City Jail inmates and thanked Council members for the
abandoned car ordinance which is helping to clean up the
City.
Dick Brinkerhoff0 347 N. Callow, who is a downtown business
owner, stated his concern for adequate police protection in
the downtown area. He also expressed concern over th~
possibility of one-way-streets and the financial impact such
a change had on business in other cities who implemented
such a plan.
Glenn Jarstad, 2823 Hefner, voiced his concern that the City
of Bremerton is giving away Rescue One services to
surrounding areas and the possibility of no~ being
available to service the citizens of Bremerton aaequateiy
during times of emergency.
Bert Gegner, 934 Washington, expressed his concern as to the
implementation of the Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance,
particularly relating to long termed, parked vehicles with
Residential Permit stickers.
RoV McGinnis, 1711 Maple, stated that the Ethics Commission
is reviewing the Ethics Ordinance and will be coming before
Council with some recommended changes. Also, the Commission
was concerned that a Hearings Examiner is not named and
whether or not reference to same should be deleted fllo~n the
Ethics Ordinance.
Lena Swanson, 2123 anydot, voiced her concern over non--
uniformed City employees being treated fairly and paid an
equitable salary.
6A - INFORMATION ITEM - ARMED FORCES DAY PARADE AND OUTDOOR
LIVING FAIR, #AB87-~17
The Bremerton Area Chamber of Commerce has applied for a
special event permit for the annual Armed Forces Day Parade
to be held oA May 16, 1987.
In conjunction with the Armed Forces Day celebration
Bremerton Main Street Association has applied for a special
event permit for their Outdoor Living Fair to be held on 4th
Street in front of City Hall and in the former Sears
Building. This event will commence after the Parade and
continue through Sunday May 17.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Colvin, reported that he visited the City of Everer~
and met with the City Manager and shared information of
similarities between the cities along with a number of
differences,( i.e, no parking meters, no B&O Tax, etc.).
7A - PROFESSIONAl, SERVICES COT~TRACT __.~gOTT ALEXANDER, GOLF
P_ROFESSInNAI., #AB~7.718
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It is the request of the Golf Course Board of Directors to
renew Scott Alexander's contract for one year period (1987).
With the exception of minor housekeeping changes and a
percentage compensation basis rather than an annual salary,
the contract is similar to his previous contract with was
for the last 27 months. The approved Golf Course Bugget
estimated Green Fee Revenues of $335,000.00. The Golf
Professional salary was $35,500.00. Based on the percentage
formula, if the $335,000.00 is achieved the Professional
would receive $35,250.00. Green Fees received above
$335,000.00 would result in additional income for the
Professional as would the Golf Course 407 Fund.
Ray Foley, Parks Superintendent, cited the efforts to
improve the Golf Course, noting an increase in Green Fees
over the past two years.
Mr. Dawkins, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Colvin commended Mr,
Alexander for doing a fine job. Mr, Dawkins raised question
as to reason for increase of revenues, noting that there
was an increase in Greens Fees during this period.
M/S/C/U/(Waibel/Coillns) to approve Professional Services
Contract for Steve Alexander, Golf Professional.
Scott Alexander, Golf Professional, expressed
appreciation for the cooperation he has received.
his
7C - LEASE AGREEMENT - GOLF COURSE CONCESSION, #AB87-120
It is the request of the Golf Course Board of Directors to
renew Scott Alexander's Concession Lease Agreement. This
agreement is the same as the Agreement that was executed for
1986.
Scott Alexander was available for any questions arid stated
he was keeping the restaurant open longer hours and
providing services toward the needs of the golfers.
Mr, Waibel stated since the contract before Council
retroactive to January 1987, u:~.der ~Lat a ~hol"i tU was Fr.
Alexander operating current operations? Mr. Alexander
stated that his previous contract had a "roll-over" clause
which was in effect until a new contract was negotiated.
M/'S/C/U(Collins/Colvin) to approve Concession Lease
Agreement between City of Bremerton and Scott Alexander.
7B - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT - STEVE MILLER,
#AB87-119
It is the request of the Golf Course Board of Directors ~o
renew Steve Miller's contract for a one year period (1987).
With the exception of minor housekeeping changes and
provisions for a salary increase the contract is similar to
his previous contract which was for two years. Steve
Miller's annual salary 1985 - 1986 was $34,000.00. The new
contract is recommending a $38,000.00 salary.
RaV Foley, Parks Superintendent, was available for any
questions.
Steve Miller, Green ~eeper, stated he is doing the best he
can with what is Oeing provided and is making progress in
i;nBr{:ving the golf co,first.'.
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M/S/C/U(johnson/Waibel) to approve contract between City of
Bremerton and Steve Miller as Greens Keeper.
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8A - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) RELATING TO ISSUANCE AND
REVOCATION OF MASSAGE PARLOR LICENSES AND AMENDING CHAPTER
5.92 OF T]~E BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE, #AB87-121
City Council directed that the Council approval of Masseuse
Ordinance be deleted as Council does not approve other
license and permits and the guidelines for obtaining a
license are clearly set by State and City laws. With
further amendment to include the Hearings Examiner provision
as contained on other licensing ordinances.
M/S/C/U(Dawkins.'Johnson) to approve Ordinance on first
reading relating to the issuance and revocation o~ Massage
Parlor Licenses and amending Chapter 5.92 of the Bremerton
Municipal Code.
8B - ORDINANCE #4105, (SECOND READING) ANNEXATION OF KITSAP
LAKE DIVE--IN PROPERTY, #ABS?-llO
On February 18, 1987, after a Public Hearing, the City
Council voted to approve acceptance of the Kitsap Lake
Drive-In Property. Ordinance was approved on first reading
on April 8, 1987
M/S/C/U(Waibel/Dawkins) to approve Ordinance #4105 on second
reading providing for annexation of certain territory to the
City of Bremerton and incorporating the same within the
corporate limits and assigning a portion of it to be the
manufacturing zoning use classification.
8C - RESOLUTION 2165, COMMUTERS, OCCASIONAL FERRY RIDERS,
PROPERTY OWNERS IN THE CITY OF BREMERTON AND STATE OF
WASHINGTON TAX PAYERS OPPOSE ANY REDUCTION IN CAR/PASSENGER
FERRY SERVICE, #AB87-122
Councilman Mary Lou Long submitted this Resolut~o~ stating:
"all statements on Resolution and on Dellall of those
Bremerton residents we represent and all property owners in
Bremerton and for the good of all those Washington Ferry
riders, I feel it our responsibility to request a full
evaluation of the performance and test trial run results of
~he foo. t ferry service and that this Council in at1 official
capacity stand firm against any reduction in service of the
car/passenger feFries.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to any changes
of ferry service to and from Bremerton: Michael Lyman 1015
Perry Avenue; Jim B~sh, Seattle; Joe St. Aubin, Seattle~
Lena Swanson, 2123 Snyder Avenue; Merle Curry, 1143 Magnuson
Way; Bob Smitter, 1511 Park Avenue; Bernard Holland, 1801
S. Marine Drive; Mark CamerOn, 5105 Werner Road; Daue
Henderson, 1115 Walnut; issac Soriano, 5'20 Burwell; Lloyd
Sheldon, 3061 Lake Flora Rd., Port Orchard, Violet O'Donnel,
704 Chester; Ruth Davies, 1511 Park Avenue; Mert Gegnan,
7109 Treemont Lane; Karen Hoover, 646 Wilbert Avenue;
Kenneth Martin, 440 Washington Avenue #12; George Allen,
1300 NE Dawn Road; Howard Haggar, Bremerton business owner;
Bert Gegner, 934 Washington Avenue; S. Tuai, Port Orchard.
The major issues brought up by these individuals included:
handicap accessibility on passenger only ferry, dependable
schedules, equiplnent maintenance and safety, i:u'~:stlgation
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receipts for Bremerton rldership, City Council support of
ferry rider issues and continuance of a dependable ferry
service to and from Bremerton.
Mrs. Lonq introduced her proposed Resolution in its entirety
and challenged fellow Council members to make a strong stand
against the State Department of Transportation making any
changes which would lessen the ferry service to and from
Bremerton.
Mr. Waibel, Mr. Colvin, Mr. Collins, Mr. Johnson, Mr.
Overson and Mr. Horninq supported taking action to contact
legislators directly and by letter stating concerns and the
desire to work cooperatively to help resolve some of the
concerns pointed out by the ferry users. Mr. Waibei oc~inted
out the personal and direct efforts by himself, Mr. Collins
and Mr. Dawkins in talking with State Legislators on the
ferry issue. Mr. Johnson stated he could not support a
Resolution which inferred the City would file suit if
changes to decrease ferry service were made by the
Department of Transportation.
M/S/C(Waibel/Collins) moved to continue the City Council
meeting to Thursday, April 16, at 5:00 PM, to address the
Resolution which was introduced, in order to prepare for
presentation of a Resolution at the DOT meeting on Monday,
April 20.
Vote:
In Favor:
Oppose:
0vetson, Dawkins, Waibel, Collides,
Colvin, Johnson
Mary Lou Long
9A - PUBLIC HEARING - CONTINUATION OF HEARING STREET
VACATION PORTION OF KITSAP WAY NEAR INTERSECTION WITH CORBET
DRIVE, APPLICANT JOE MENTON, #AR87-074 '
President Homing asked the "Appearance of Fairness/Conflict
of Interest" question with all Council remaining seated.
Don Pratt, Planning Director stated ~he Planning Cf~mmlssion
at their February 17, 1987 meeting unanimously approved a
Street Vacation request for a portion of Kitsap Way near
Corbet Drive, with several conditions. The major issues
that they found included protection of City and private
utilities by easements, survey requirement to clear
uncertain property and right-of-way boundaries and
compensation .to the City for the vacated portion of the
right-of-way. Additional]y, a pre~;io~s hearin~ hel~ one
month ago at which additional issues were raised relative to
need for this right-of-way for future expansion of the road
relative to an intersection ad3acent to the property.
The applicant, Joe Mentor, was aware of tonights meetings
but is not present. Mr. Pratt noted that he had distriOuted
a documents, prior to Council meeting, which addressed
questions raised at the previous hearing.
M/S/C/U(Overson/Johnson) moved to disapprove request for
vacation of street.
Meeting recessed at 10:38 p.m., to be reconvened at 5:00
p.m. on Thursday, April 16, 1987
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Council Meeting reconvened at 5:07 PM, in the City Council
Chambers, .of the City of Bremerton. Mr. Crutcher joined
the meeting.
Mr. Johnson mad~ a presentation which included identifying
the target organization/agency to approach, unity of ferry
user/business community groups, identified ultimate goal
which included elements of better scheduling, better boat
mix, handicap accessibility, better maintenance,
coordination with other mass transit and resolution of the
ridership statistic issue and additional steps to work
toward resolving major problem areas, Part of this proposal
was to work closely with the legislators amd representatives
on the Transportation Commission, particularly Those
representing Western Washington.
Mrs. Long strongly urged her fellow Council members Eo not
dilute the strength of their effectiveness and to adopt the
Resolution as she proposed including the statement that the
City would file suit if lesser ferry sec.~ic~s' ~,~'e
implemented. Mr. Sievers, City Attorney, explained that
individuals had more rights to bring suit against the State
than municipalities and that he has an ethical code which
does not allow him, as an attorney, to file unnecessary
suits. Mrs. Long urged Council to move forward and not put
off taking immediate steps to adopt the Resolution as
presented.
President Homing pledged to the ferry riders that he would
prepare a letter to the State Transportation Committee,
with cop~es to key legislators, stating the importance of
maintaining the current level of ferry service.
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M/S/C/U(Collins/Waibel) moved that Council President direct
the Legislative Affairs Officer to draft a resolution
incorporating acceptable portions of Mrs. Lung's proposal
and further endorse in a coalition to follow the fer~"y i~sne
with Council representatives and that members of this
Council work with the ferry riders to develop a Plan of
Action and that said resolution will be acted upon a the
next City Council meeting on April 22, 1987.
With no further business meeting adjourned at 7:20 p,m.
KAT~LEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, CItY CLERK
APPRO D
SPE ER HORNI il President
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