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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/03/86#0015 · #0037 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 3, 1986 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, September 3, 1986, at 5:30 p.m. with Council President Spencer Horning presiding. Council Members present were Lon Overson, Morrie Dawkins, Marry Crutcher, Hank Waibel, "Tiny" Collins, Mary Lou Long and Russ johnson. Also present were City Attorney Bill Broughton and City Clerk Kathleen L. McCluskey. Absent was A1Colvin. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by President Homing with Council Member Overson Giving the Invocation. CONSENT AGENDA Item #A - Minutes of August 27, 1986, #AB86-350 and Item #B - Change Order #1 to Gorst Vicinity Water Transmission Main Project Contract #2723, #AB86-351. M/S/C/U/(Johnson/Long) to approve the Consent Agenda as pre- sented. CLAIM/WARRANTS REGISTER 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/(Waibel/Dawkins)on September 3, 1986,'the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows; Regular Warrants, #22317 - #22388 in the total amount of $155,569.73 and Payroll Vouchers in the total amount of $310,513.21. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Dawkins reported that the Naval Ships Museum - move is underway and that it is now 40~ complete. With help from the crew from the USS Snook, completion is scheduled for Friday. Mr. Collins addressed to upcoming "ELS" (Paramedic) Levy which apparently is not clear to the citizenry. He has had numerous calls and people are misunderstanding that this is additional monies for a "911 Enhancement" voted on in the November 1985 election. He requested that information be made available on the Public Access Channel to better inform the electorate. Ms. McCluskeV stated that announcements are commencing tomorrow which should clarify the issue. Ms. Lonq expressed her concern over the recently adopted Resolution to place a Parks Bond Levy on the November general ballot. She felt the priorities are misplaced, especially when the Parks administration announces one week later that major repairs and maintenance are needed for the Municipal Pool. She felt the Athletic complex should be dropped with more allocated to upgrading of Evergreen Park and $250,000.00 be requested for Pool Repairs. Further neithe~ the Resolution or proposed Ordinance indicates where funds will be spent and she requested that this be announced on the Public Access station. Mr. Johnson (1) asked that Council start thinking about outdoor activities on Kitsap Lake next spring and that they be prepared to set some policies which will protect both the home owners in the area and the fishermen who use the lake. (2) He wanted Council to consider, in the near future, addressinG the Parking issue wi~h regard to Holidays, especially those in November and December. Will the City again allow the merchants to off-set lost revenues for free parking; does a policy need to be set in place and if so, should be advertised on Channel #29. (3) He announced that the Fixed Assets program has now been computerized and close to completion. (4) Budget Hearings will begin late October or early November with emphasis on ."Personnel" and "Capital Improvements". (5) At Monday nights Study Session, the Cable Committee will have a presentation and he asked that a representative from Olympic Cable TV be there and when will they begin to televised Channel #29. Mr. Homing noted that in the Mayor absence, while out of town, he has been handling any problems that arise. PUBLIC RECOGNITION - None UNION CONTRACT - BREMERTON POLICE OFFICER'S ASSOCIATION, #AB86-352 In January of 1986, the Police officers of the City conducted a representation election that ended their Teamsters affiliation and established the Bremerton Police Officer's Association with contract negotiations being done by Mr. Will Aitchison, Attorney and Labor Specialist based in Portland, Oregon. Mr. Dave Hiestand noted that after months of negotiations, he is bringing a contract before Council recommending ratification. The major changes are: 1. Salaries frozen for 1986. 2. Commencing January 1, 1987 - a 2.5% increase. 3. Commencing June 1, 1987 - another 2.5% increase. 4. Contract expiration June 30, 1987. 5. Recognition of Martin Luther King in the contract AGreement - January of each year. 6. Inclusion of a LEOFF II Long-Term Disability coverage program (Impact - Approx. $1,080.00 for the balance of 1986). 7. Amendments to verbiage such as changing the word "Teamsters" to "Association" throughout the contract where applicable. Basically the contract remains unchanged except for the above. Mr. Hiestand stated he feels the officers negotiated in good-faith and recommended approval. #0574 · M/S/C/U/(Waibel/Dawkins) to approve the amended Teamsters contract and ratification through June 30, 1987. EASEMENT - HASELWOOD/CITY OF BREMERTON, #AB86-353 Mr. Chuck Haselwood has requested the City provide an easement across it's property for the mutual benefit of both parties. A road has been constructed and is presently in use for which an easement has not been Granted- Mr. Dave Baker noted that the agreement for use of the property was because of the need to haul fill dirt from the Silverdale bypass which Mr. Haselwood agree to accept. Mr. Gary Kucinski, Representing Mr. Haselwood is a Land Developing Engineer, and his understanding was that it was used as a hauling road per a verbal agreement between then Public Works Commissioner Tom Swanson and Mr. Haselwood. He felt it would benefit both the city and' all adjacent property owners if the City were to Grant the easement. Contingent on the easement is an opportunity to relocate a major Coca-Cola Bottling Distributorship. He has had to postpone closing the land sale until this is resolved #1526 · #1765 because the Title Company cannot give clear title. Opponent Mr. Jim Strait, 6530 Harlow Drive, objected to the City granting the easement. He felt it would benefit the City only if the property were annexed because it is presently in the County. Questions were asked by several Council members including; (1) What obligation does the City have to grant the easement? (2) Who would be responsible for maintenance and repairs of the road?; (3) Why has it continued to be used for other than a hauling road? (4) Why did the Office Engineer, Mr. Gerry Thornburgh address these questions without answers prepared for the Agenda Bill? Mr. Baker was unprepared to respond at this meeting however would research. Mr. Johnson requested that the record show that the City Attorney is unavailable to advise. Mr. Dawkins and Mr. Crutcher concurred with Mr. Thornburgh's memo and recommended the request be tabled for one week until there is clarification. Mr. Overson felt he could not agree that it is beneficial to the City. Mr. Tom Swanson gave background of the verbal agreement and was surprised that the road is still in use. It was solely for hauling the fill dirt which was requested by the State Department of Transportation. Mr. Kucinski stated that Mr. Haselwood would take responsibility for maintenance and repair of the road but he urged Council to make a timely decision however one week would not greatly impact the sale. Longer would be a problem. M/S/C/U/(Johnson/Dawkins) to table one-week with the direc- tion to prepare the needed answers to the questions outline above by the Engineering staff. Mr. Broughton joined the meeting. ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE - RAFFLES OYSTER BAY INN, #AB86-354 The City approved a lease with O'Bay, Inc. the owner of the Oyster Bay Inn for use of City Right-of-Way in May of 1984. O'Bay sold to EP Enterpirses therefore the assignment of the right-of-way lease is to the new owner, EP Enterprises. Mr. Waibel asked if the City can collect any outstanding lease rental with City Attorney Bill Broughton stating yes it would be like back rent. The Lease will be dated today's date as long as the payments are current. Mr. Johnson asked if there was an automatic lease review. Mr. Broughton stated this was covered in the ROW Ordinance which he brought before Council numerous times and never was passed. Mrs. Long requested a copy of the document. · M/S/C/U/(Waibel/Long) to approve the assignment of the Right of Way Lease to EP Enterprises. MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT INSPECTION SERVICES PAC-TECH ENGINEERING, INC., (No Number assigned) Mr. Bill Dully, Project Engineer, noted that the contract for installation of the new water transmission main in Gorst to accommodate the State Department of Transportation requires the Utility to provide inspection of the water main installation to insure contract compliance. Pac-Tech Engineering, Inc. has offered to provide inspection services at an estimated cost of $15,000.00. He stated that normal fees run $40.00 hour but the City is able to Get their services at approximately $25.00 an hour for a considerable savings to the City. The purpose is the Contractor, doing #2443 #2584 · #2743 · #2773 the installation, should be inspected by a unbiased third party. He recommended Council approve. Mr. Waibel asked what was the length of the contract period with Mr. Dully responding 120 days from execution of the document. City Attorney Bill Brouqhton stated that his office drafted the document and there are some areas that cannot be covered, such as "errors and omissions" however he feels the job being performed is mainly that of an observer who will be writing reports. He/she will not be in a position to advise or direct the contractor so it should not be a problem. Mrs. Long asked who would be monitoring the work of the "observer" with Mr. Duffy explaining that he will report to him. · M/S/C/U/(Dawkins/Overson) to approve the Professional Ser- vices Contract between Pac-Tech Engineering, Inc. and the City for inspection services for the installation of the water transmission main in Gorst. ORDINANCE #4074 - (EMERGENCY) EMT LEVY - GENERAL ELECTION, #AB86-355 City Attorney Bill Broughton explained that both #4074 and #4073 are "housekeeping Ordinances" that will be in place should the levies pass. M/S/C/U/(Johnson/Waibel) to pass Ordinance #4074, for the City of Bremerton imposing a regular property tax levy for each of the years 1987 through 1992 in the amount of $250,000.00 to be levied in 1986 and collected in 1987, with subsequent annual increases in the dollar amount to be limited by RCW 84.52; each levy shall not exceed the rate of ~0.25 per $1,000.00 of the then current. ly assessed value of all property within the City pursuant to authority granted by RCW 84.52.069; the revenues of said levies to be used for the provisions of emergency medical care and 'emergency medical services, all subject to the approval by the qualified electors of the City; and providing for the submission of the proposition of said six (5) year levy for emergency medical care and services to the qualified voters of the City at a special election to be held on November 4, 1986, in conjunction with the general primary election to be held on the same date, and declaring it an "emergency". ORDINANCE #4073 (EMERGENCY) EMT LEVY - (PRIMARY ELECTION), #AB86-355 M/S/C/U/(Johnson/Waibel) tO pass Ordinance #4073, for the City of Bremerton imposing a regular property tax levy for each of the years 1987 through 1992 in the amount of $250,000.00 to be levied in 1986 and collected in 1987, with subsequent annual increases in the dollar amount to be limited by RCW 84.52; each levy shall not exceed the rate of $0.25 per $1,000.00 of the then currently assessed value of all property within the City pursuant to authority Granted by RCW 84.52.069; the revenues of said levies to be used for the provisions of emergency medical care and emergency medical services, all sub3ect to the approval by the qualified electors of the City; and providing for the submission of the proposition of said six (6) year levy for emergency medical care and services to the qualified voters of the City at a special election to be held on September 18, 1986, in conjunction with the general primary election to be held on the same date, and declaring it an "emergency". ORDINANCE #4072 (SECOND READING) ORMISTON REZONE R1 TO R2, AUSTIN DRIVE, #AB86-347 · M/S/C/U/(Collins/Long) to pass Ordinance #4072, second read- ing, amending the use and area maps of Ordinance 1792 upon application of rezone from Residential One (R1) to Residential Two (R2) and subject to various requirements and other applicable laws and regulations - "ORMISTON" REZONE - Austin Drive. RESOLUTION #2131 - APPLICATION FOR TAXICAB COMPANY LTCENSE, #AB86-356 #2833 · M/S/C/U/(Long/Dawkins) to adopt Resolution #2131 setting date of public hearing on application for taxicab license and providing for publishing of notice thereof. MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA Mrs. Long noted that she has furnished all Council Members with her proposed redraft of the Parks Bond Levy Resolution and Ordinance which she intends to have before Council next week. Discussion followed whether or not this is a "reconsideration" of an action. With no further business, meeting adjourned at 6:56 p.m. KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, City APPROV : ~P cil cc: Normal Distribution File/Vault Clerk Director of Administrative Services President