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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/29/87TAPE #449 UNAPPROVED DRAFT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES / APRIL 29, 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 29, 1987, at 5:30 p.m. with Council President Spencer Homing presiding. Council members present were Lon Overson, Morris Dawktns, Shirley Marry Crutcher, Hank Waibel, C. R. "Tiny" Collins, Mary Lou Long, Russ Johnson and A1 Colvin. Also present were City' Attorney Ian Sievers and City Clerk Kathleen McCluskey. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by President Hornin~ with Phil Drouin, former City Councilman, giving the Invocation. President Hornins announced Item A under Consent Agenda would be held over to Council Meeting on May 6, 1987. #0040 CLAIMS/WARRANTS EEGISTER 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(Crutcher/Collins) on April 29, 1987, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: Regular Warrants numbering #29099 and #29180 through 29274 in the total amount of $68,588.77 and Retiree Payroll in the amount of $47,435.36. PROCLAMATION Ms. McCluskeV read Proclamation recognizing Lion Clubs throughout Washington State and Northern Idaho for their dedication and important contribution to the Lion's Eye Bank and Lion's Sight Conservation Foundation through the distribution of White Canes and organ donor cards and proclaiming MAY 1 and MAY 2, 1987 as WHITE CANE DAYS within the City of Bremerton and honoring RICHARD DEXTER as CITIZEN OF THE DAY ON MAY 1, 198, for his outstanding and selfless contributions to the conservation and preservation of eye sight and donation of eyes. Jim Lamb, Bremerton/Central Lions Club President, accepted the Proclamation and spoke on the White Cane program, acknowledging the efforts by the Lions Club members. Richard Dexter, Bremerton/Central Lions Club member, related his participation in the program and the reward of knowing that sight is given to those without sight and the important role the Lions organization is in carrying out this effort. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Colvin artended several meetings relating to the YMCA construction project and related how well the work is progressing. Placement of a temporary bannister at the construction site appears to be a concern to several citizens and the question raised as to who is liable in the event of an accident. Mrs. Lona did some on research on the Open Meeting Act and public access to information of such meetings. She TAPE #449 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes April 29, 1987 Page 2 of '6 #0418 expressed her concern for Council actions relating to banning video recording of Council meetings and was relieved that they were allowing cameras to be used at this time. She had contacted Captain Sanford, Shipyard Commander, and discussed ferry rider concerns relating to shipyard workers. Mr. Wa~bel announced that the Sub-Regional Council of Government will meet next week and "insurance pooling" will be discussed and those agencies wishing to participate will be asked to fund additional research on this issue. In order to act on this proposal at PSCOG Council representatives would require Council's action to expend any additional City funds. M/S/C(Waibel/Johnson) that the City support the further research into insurance pooling figures in an amount not to exceed $700.00.- Vote: In Favor: Overson, Dawkins, Crutcher, Waibel, Homing, Collins, Colvin, Johnson Abstain: Long Mr. Crutcher met with Parks Department ~ersonnel for a tour of Evergreen Park to determine accessibility by handicapped' persons. He discussed the ferry rider issue with people from Seattle who utilize the Seattle/Bremerton service and emphasized the importance of getting those Seattle residents involved also. The Cable TV Committee has prepared rules and regulations for cable access which will be coming to Council for approval in the near future Mr. Dawkins commended the Lions Club for their part in the Eye BankI and the reward one gets from knowing the efforts made can bring sight to someone who has none. Mr. Overson participated in the YMCA meetings -on the construction project and encouraged everyone to join and take advantage of the of the new facility. 'Mr. Hornina thanked the Lions Club representatives for attending and for their work supporting the Eye Bank through the White Cane program. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Robert Smitter, 1511 Park Avenue, requested Council to install a plug outlet in the back of Council Chambers for video recording if that is the only area wher~ video cameras on tripods are allowed. He also challenged Council member's comment that video tapes can be tampered or altered if being used for broadca~ting. He also requested Council to repeal, by unanimous vote, the action taken on banning use of video cameras. Rhonda Rudman, 5966 Hatlow Drive, expressed her concern and objections to the work going on at the Westview project on Kitsap Lake citing traffic safety as major concern. Mr. Johnson stated that Mr. Pratt, Planning Director, Mr. Baker, City Engineer and Mr. A1 King, State Aid Engineer with Department of Transportation, will be looking at the traffic safety issue on this project. Ruth Davies, 1511 Park Avenue, and Michael LVman, 1015 spoke on "open Meetings" law, cohstitutional rights and freedom of speech relating to public meetings and public information. TAPE #449 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Page 3 of 6 Phil Drouin, 103 Olympic Avenue, commented on a personal family experience relating to the Eye Bank and the value of such a program. He gave an update on on-going clean up efforts by the Busy Hands Extension Homemakers along with assistance from City Departments. Ms. McCluskeV read into the record a letter received from Clara Saunders, Snyder Avenue, citing problems with individuals trespassing on property at end of Snyder Avenue which include wild parties, clamming, fishing. Mr. Hornina requested Mr. Slevers, City Attorney to look into this matter. 6A -. INFORMATION ITEM - BRIEFING FROM KITSAP TRANSIT AND DOT PERSONNEL RELATIVE TO TRAFFIC CONCERNS DURING DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF FERRY TERMINAL, #AB8~-132 Richard Hayes, Director of Kitsap Transit and Jehn Clauson, Service Development Manager of Kitsap Transit, presented a sketch showing a traffic revision plan to be considered for implementation during the demolition and recoffstruction of the Washington State Ferry terminal. Intent of the plan was to draw pedestrian traffic away from the south side of 1st. Street, moving bus zone to north side of 1st Street, allowing two lanes of off loading traffic to flow UP to Washington Avenue on 1st Street, making the frontage road off 2nd Street into a one-way south lane. Mr. Hayes stated that the plan was designed from cooperative efforts of the Washington State Department of Transportation, Kitsap Transit and the City of Bremerton and that DOT had accepted the plan as proposed. Mr. Horntna asked if DOT had given a tear down date. Mr.. Clauson stated it may be sometime in July and that it is intended to implement the traffic revision plan at least two weeks prior to start of demolition. Mr. Collins voiced concern for a safe area designed as a "drop off 'place" for passengers who come to the ferry terminal by automobile. Mr. Overson questioned City's Police Department participation in developing this plan. Mr. Clauson stated that they were involved and did approve the plan as proposed. Mr. Waibel expressed his concern for safety of both pedestrian and vehicle traffic and suggested that the plan be brought before the Planning Commission and Street Committee. Mrs. Long stated her support of the plan based on the professionals involved in its design. , Mr. Johnson raised question as to where vehicles would park pending loading and what type of protection from adverse weather would be provided for walk on passengers. Mr. Clauson stated vehicles would use same loading lane as currently used and he was not sure what type of covered area, if any, is planned for walk on passengers. 7A - FORD AVENUE RETAINING WALL, #AB87-133 Bids have been received for the construction of the subject project. The lowest responsive bid was $39,989.15 (without tax) submitted by Ace Paving. A total of six bids were submitted with one bid being withdrawn due to an error. TAPE #449 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes April 29, 1987 Page 4 of 8 #2171 Dave Baker, City Engineer, explained last fall a retaining wall behind two residences on Ford Avenue between 13th and 15th collapsed and this request is the repair to that wall to provide access to all residents on Ford Avenue. Engineer's estimate for project was 854,137.00 with the low bid coming in at 839,989.18. Mlchael LVman, 1015 Perry Avenue, questioned the difference between the Englneer's bid of $84,137.00 and low bid of $39,989.15. Mr. Baker explained that certain items with the low bid were available at a lower cost than that estimated by the Engineer. Mr. Dawkins asked if the funds were in the 1987 budget. Mr. Baker stated that the funding would come from the Arterial Street Fund. Mrs. Long asked if the retaining wall was holding up a street or holding back a bank from coming down on a street. Mr. Baker stated the retaining wall is holding up a street, the lots in danger are lower by 7 or 8 feet. M/S/C/U(Waibel/Colvin) to authorize the award and execution of the contract with Ace Paving, Inc., for the Ford Avenue Retaining Wall Project. 9A - PUBLIC HEARING - USE OF REVENUE SHARING FUNDS, #AB87-136 When the Federal Revenue Sharing Program was terminated last year, the Federal Government held 71 million dollars in reserve for potential adjustments. They have recently released the remaining funds to recipient governments in proportion to the revised allocation for the last Entitlement Period 17. The amount received by the City is $9.,243. This is the final payment of Revenue Sharing funds and it is subject to the same notice and hearlng requirements as if we had received full funding. Public notice has been given and the Council should take public comment on proposed use of the funds. Mr. Hornina asked for public comment. speak on this issue. No one was present to #2388 Mr. Dawkins asked if this item had gone before the Block Grant Advisory Committee. Ms. McCluskeV stated no, since the funds are of such a small amount there isn't a great deal to divide into programs and Council can choose to place them in the Genera/Fund. Mr. Johnson recommended that the funds be place in the Cumulative Reserve Fund. Mr. Waibel commented that the Fiscal and Budget Committee had recommended they be place in the General Fund, however, Mr. Johnson's recommendation would be acceptable to the Committee. Mr. Crutcher concurred with this idea, stating there were many capital needs in the City. M/S/C/U(Waibel/Colvin) to accept the Revenue Sharing Funds in the amount of $9,243.00 to be placed in the Cumulative Reserve Fund and that the Ordinance to pass later in the meeting will reflect this action. 8A - ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) ADJUSTING THE 1987 SALARY FOR CONTRACT COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR, #AB87-134 TAPE #440 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes April 29, 1987 Page 5 of 6 #2568 #2608 ffAPE #450 #0126 The salary of the Contract Compliance Administrator position in the original ordinance was set at 90~ of the mean or $28,950. The position has been vacant since the beginning of the Budget year. The Council is requested to amend Ordinance #4102, setting the salary at 832,200. Bill Dully, Utilities Manager, stated the need for and funding sources available for this position, noting that the position has been vacant four months. M/S/C/U(Collins/Crutcher) to approve ordinance on first reading amending Ordinance #4102, adjusting the 1987 salary for Contract Compliance Administrator. M/S/C/U(johnson/Colvin) that the unused salary for the Contract Compliance AdmiWistrator position not be used for other purposes and that it be brought before the Fiscal and Budget Committee for review. 8B '- ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) AMENDING THE CITY OF BEMMKRTON 1987 BUDGET, #AB87-135 Actions taken by the City during the first months of 1987, together with circumstances not foreseen at the time of preparation of the budget require certain additions and corrections in order the the budget continues to accurately reflect the financial operating plan of the City. Rich Hanna, City Treasurer, stated the need for action at this time reflects a variety of items which were not included in the original budget or items moved from one area to another within the Department budget. Mr. Crutcher pointed out Mayor had signed but not noted "recommend" or "approve" some items on the Budget Adjustment Requests. Mr. Hanna stated his understanding was that the Mayor's signature on the form reflects his approval of the item. Mr. Waibel pointed out that the City has a contract with the Naval Museum which includes utilities and under that general umbrella telephones were contemplated part of the utilities. The intent is to cover only local charges for the Museum and not personal calls or long distant charges. M/S/C/U(Waibel/Collins) to approve Ordinance on first reading, amending Ordinance #4092, relating to the financial budget for the fiscal year 1987, including the change from previous motion under Item 9A placing Revenue Sharing Funds in Fund 001-73. 8C - ORDINANCE #4107(SECOND READING) PROTECTING CITY OFFICIALS FOR ACTS WHICH GIVE RISE TO ACTIONS AGAINST T~, #AB87-128 Due to changes in the insurance market place, many claims and lawsuits which once were defended and paid by City insurers are now either uninsured or are substantially self- insured. This ordinance establishes the City's intent to defend its officials, board members, commissioners and employees for acts or Omission made in the good faith performance of City business. . PegQy Lesser, Risk .Manager, was available to respond to questions. Michael Lyman, 1015 Perry Avenue, spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance. TAPE #450 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes April 29, 1987 Page 8 of 8 Mrs. Lona questioned the types of actions which would bring such suits against City officials/board members/employees, etc., City's funding resources to cover such actions, and master/servant relationship and contractual agreements liability. Mrs. Lesser explained a variety of actions which might bring suit against the City and the structure of funding to cover such payments. Mrs. Lonq stated she wanted the public to have input on this issue. Mr. Johnson questioned how far reaching this coverage ts...particularly relating to the Bremerton Housing Authority Board members. Ms. Lesser stated in the past when legal issues came up about the Housing Authority, the City did not have any legal responsibility. #0635 #0682 M/S/C(Over/Collins) to approve Ordinance #4107 on second reading, providing for the protection of City officials, Board members, Commissioners and Employees for decisions and acts made and/or performed on City's behalf which may give rise to action, claims, or proceedings against them. Vote: In Favor: Oppose: 0verson, Dawkins, Crutcher, Waibel Homing, Collins, Colvin, Johnson Long 8D - OEDINANCE #4108 (SECOND READING) ADJUSTING THE 1987 S~n~tY FOR INFORMATION SERVICES MANAGER, #AB87-129 M/S/C/U(Waibel/Dawkins) to approve Ordinance #4108 on second reading, amending Ordinance #4102, adjusting the 1987 salary for Information Systems Manager and reappropriating $1,020 for salary and benefits. With no further business meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m. KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, CITY CLERK APPROVED City of Bremerton K LM/SH/me ccs: Normal Distribution File/Vault