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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/22/86TAPE #393 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES October 22, 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, October 22, 1986, at 5:30 p.m. with Council President Spencer Homing presiding. Council Members present were Lon Overson, Morris Dawkins, Marry Crutcher, Hank Waibel, "Tiny'~ Collins, Mary Lou Long and A1Colvin. Also present were Acting City Attorney Lorna Corrigan and C'ity Clerk Kathleen L. McCluskey. Absent was Russ Johnson. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by President Homing with Rev. Tom Duchemin of the Assembly of God Church giving the Invocation. CONSENT AGENDA Item #A - Minutes of October 8, 1986, #AB86-400. Ms. McCluskeV, noted two corrections to include (1) Pg. 3 of 10, Para. before #1859 to read ..."At this point Mrs.Long noted there was no provision should the levy fail whereby the Lease could be immediately canceled. Mr. Waibel suggested that the utility could reduce the Lease to possibly 81.00 per acre, per year (Page 5, para (4) "Rent"), based on the fact that there is no monetary loss to the water fund prior to the construction, with Mr. DuffV & Mr. Brou~hton concurring .... etc. (2) Pg. 5 of 10, Para prior to #1074, the addendum (end of para) ...The incentive is to reduce contract costs by 15~ or more. Item #B - Minutes of October 15, 1986, #AB86-409, as circulated and Item #C - Bid Award Recommendation - Snow Plow, #AB86-410, to be a split award; I - 8' Snow Plow to Sahlberg Equipment in the amount of $2,348.36 and S - 11' Snow Plows to Craig Taylor Equipment in the amount of $16,783.07. #0095 · M/S/C/U/(Overson/Crutcher) to approve the Consent Agenda as amended 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. #0103 · M/S/C/U/(Crutcher/Dawkins) on October 22, 1986-, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described ae follows; Regular Warrants, #25960-- #26077 in the total amount of $110,572.33 and Payroll Vouchers in the Total amount of $294,669.17. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Colvin reported attending the Sheridan Neighborhood meeting Tuesday evening. Mrs. Long also artended the meeting and s~4~_ed_~hose in attendance had a straw-vote (14-2) in oppoS~t~t~ the Parks Bond Levy. Mr. Colvin noted that Mr. E.L.Sturdivant Chairman of the Levy Committee was not however given an opportunity to speak in behalf of the Levy. Mrs. Long 'felt, after researching the matter, that the proposed site for the Sports Complex is still designated as Watershed Property. She reported that she received two letters, (1) from Dr. Claudia Thompson, Aset. Supt. of Schools and (2) from Arvilla Oldhe, Assistant Parks Supt. both in support of the TAP~ #393 City Counci ~g. Mtg. Minutes October 22, 1986 Page 2 of 5 Public Access Channel #29 and that it is vital to the community. Mr. Collins (1) invited full-Council participation, on behalf of both the Planning Commission and Council Planning Committee which is composed of Mrs. Lon~, Mr. Overson & himself, to a one-day Planning Seminar, sponsored by the Planning Commission this Saturday at Gold Mountain Golf Course which will include Lunch. He felt it is important that dialogue between the Council and Planning Commission be enhanced and come to an understanding between the two groups. (2) He reported that the Planning Committee met with members of various entities to discuss the Bremerton Transportation Plan. He stated this should be the vehicle to seek funding for local transportation and announced another meeting of the committee on November 5, 1986. Mr. Waibel recognized the retirement of Speaker of the House/U.S.Senate, Tip O'Neill, and noted his philosophy that elected officials should have the "ability to shake hands after the vote". He reported attending the "Senior Citizen Fair" the previous Sunday. Mr. Crutcher (1) artended the KCAP Budget program meeting on October 21, 1986; (2) Met with elected officials in Olympia this past week, and (3) reported his weekly tour of his district and has turned in addresses in the hope that clean-up can be done shortly. Mr. Dawkins announced. the Museum Grand Opening will be Monday ~vening but unfortunately Council will be in Block Grant Hearings and cannot attend. He urged the Public to start taking advantage of the Museum starting next Tuesday when it will begin regular hours. He commended the Bremerton/Kitsap Co. Historical Society and CaDrain and Mrs. Reh, USN Ret. for their efforts in moving, setting up and tagging all the Museum items. He also. applauded the efforts of Council President Horninu and Mr. Lou Weir in the remodeling of a deteriorated building on the Waterfront which is the first signs of redevelopment in this location. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Mr. E.L.Sturdivant, 3231 Halvorson, for the record noted that he was not asked to present a speech in support of the Bond Levy and was critical that those voting on the straw- vote, at the Sheridan Neighborhood meeting, may not all be from this district. He felt it is easy to load a meeting in opposition or in favor of a particular issue. Mr. John Durst, Owner of Property to Mentor's lots on McKenzie, complained that; (1) Mr. Mentor is finally paving the lots, however the Retention System was waived by the City and it is not known if adequate because there has been no rain; (2) He owns the property between the two parking lots and the City required that he fence the lots from residential. Mr. Durst's complaint was that Mr. Mentor used unsightly plywood boards (4 x 8'), surrounding the residence he owns which he feels (a) causes a problem because the present occupant has threatened to move; (b) value of the property will go down, and (c) no one else will want to rent or purchase now that this fencing is in place. Mrs. Joe Stadler, 908 Park Avenue, concurred with Mr. Durst and stated, in addition Mr. Mentor has installed 2 steel posts which makes it more difficult than it was previously for her or her husband to back their cars out of their garage. Mr. Overson requested that the Lorna Cottitan, Acting City Attorney, research the problem and see what can possibly be done to correct the situation. Ms. Corrigan TAPE #393 "' City Counci ~ ,~eg. Mtg. Minutes October 22, 1986 Page 3 of 5 stated she may be able to direct the citizens into some causative action that may solved the problem. Mrs. Long suggested that there could be a requirement that property must be aesthetically screened to prevent this problem from occurring. Mr. Cal Ceitchmann, 205 High, thanked Council Member Crutcher for his attention to the problems in his (Leitchmann's) neighborhood, however the Trailor is still there as is the garbage in the alley behind Don's Grocery. He stated he will continue to come and complain weekay until it is corrected. Mr. Hornina direct' the City Attorney to schedule a meeting with Mr. Crutcher and Mr. Leitchmann to see what can be done. Mr. Stan Christensen, 419 Plum, stated that he is President of the Sheridan Park Neighborhood and that Mr. Sturdivant and Mr. Colvin were incorrect. Mr. Sturdivant, could have addressed the group if he chose however he left the meeeting. Mr. Michael Johnson, 102 State Street/O.C.Student, (1) recently moved into an apartment complex and asked if the Residential Permit Parking ordinance could be amended. His request was based on the fact that he purchased a Permit Parking pass for $12.00 annually, however has had several instances where no parking was available at or near his residence. He asked that the stickers be good for "within a two-block area" of residence. (2) Also that the City install more parking lots around the area of PSNS fencing and initiate Park-and-Ride system. Mr. Hornin~ asked that he put his request in writing to the attention of the City Council and he would respond. Mr. Joe Stark, 207 Anoka, complained that the Street department no longer'sweeps the alleys and he thought they reflect lack of maintenance. He also cpmplained that the City has done nothing to insist that the location of the former Commodore Hotel be completely cleaned up. Mr. Overson stated this is his district and will look into the matter. Ms. Dorothy Christensen, 419 Plum, inquired as to why or when the former Wastewater facility will be removed at Lion's Field which is in her district. Mr. Horninq noted her question which will be directed to the Wastewater Compliance Officer, Ken MacKenzie. Ms. Bonnie AnQster, Employee/Equipment Rental, 1906 5th Street, stated she had the opportunity to meet with the new Contractor for the Fleet Operation and reviewed the "Standard Operation Procedure" manual. She feels they are fair and that Council made a good decision to contract out. JACKSON PARK - ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT, AB86-413 Ms. Nancy McCord, Supervisor/Animal Control, stated negotiations between the City and the U.S.Navy are completed for Animal Control services within Jackson Park. The Navy has agreed to continue to contract with the City for animal control services within a specificsarea with the contract commencing October 1, 1986 - September 30, 1987. Although Jackson Park is within the City limits they do not pay taxes and this contract enables the City to obtain revenues between $8,000 - $9,000 annually to offset the staff time and overhead costs. She estimated approximately 20 hours a month is dedicated to the Jackson Park area. She recommended approval. Mr. Roy McGinnis, 2711 Maple, did not object to contract TAPE #393 -- City Counci..~g. Mtg. Minutes October 22, 1986 Page 4 of 5 approval as long as revenue off-sets the costs of operation in Jackson Park. Mr. Stan Christensen, is in favor of anything the City can do to keep the Animal Control program independent of the Kitsap Humane Society. He felt it is a service, such as Police and Fire Protection which does not necessarily pay for itself but needs to available for the public. Ms. Bonnie Angster stated she had opportunity to respond with Animal Control officers, while working in that department, and felt Council should make every effort to retain the program within City staff. #1357 · M/S/C/(Collins/Colvin) to approve the professional services Agreement providing Animal Control Services to Jackson Park for 1987. Discussion continued with Mrs. Long questioning why a contract is necessary when the area is in the City limits. Ms,. McCluskeV clarified that since most the area is Federal property, with no tax return to the City, it becomes necessary for the users to pay for services. Mrs. Long was concerned that the amount would not cover overhead costs for the period of the Agreement with Ms. McCord stating that the contract would be renegotiated each year to reflect cost increases if incurred. Ms. Corrigan City Attorney stated the Agreement has verbiage under "Term" that At can be reopened or canceled with a 30-day notice "by convenience" which should cover this concern if it were to become a problem and allows either party to agree to renegotiate. Mr. Waibel noted that the Federal Government is not obligated to contract with the City but this contract allow· a good compromise. Ms. McCord also reminded Council that without a contract, the City could be liable for a suit if an animal should bite someone within Jackson Park because the City chose not to provide the services. Mr. Crutcher stated he would support and commended Ms. McCord for an excellent presentation. VOTE: In favor: Overson, Dawkins, Crutcher, Walbel, Collins, Colvin & Homing Abstain: Long Motion PASSED #1791 ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) - MEDICAL ARTS PARTNERSHIP, REZONE (RZ-18-88) R1 - B2, MID-BLOCK OF HEMLOCK AND WHEATON WAY, #AB86-414 · M/S/C/U/(Waibel/Collins) to approve an Ordinance, first reading, amending the use and area maps of Ordinance 1792 upon application of rezone from R-1 to B-2 and subject to various requirements and other applicable laws and regulations. (Medical Arts Partnership/Habener) #1830 ORDINANCE #4081 (SECOND READING) - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT IN KITSAP COUNTY, ~AB88-189 · M/S/C/(Crutcher/ColvAn) to pass, on second reading, Ordi- nance #4081, regarding emergency management in Kitsap County. VOTE: In favor: Dawkins, Crutcher, Waibel, Collins, Long, Colvin &-Homing Opposed: Overson Motion PASSED #1855 ORDINANCE #4082 (SECOND READING) AMENDING ORDINANCE #4063, ESTABLISHING A SURCHARGE TO SEPTAGE DUMPING FEE, AND #AB86- 403 s M/S/C/U/(Crutcher/Dawkins) to pass, on second reading, Ordi- nance #4082, amending Ordinance No. 4063, Sec. S, which amended Ordinance No. 3700, earlier amended by Ordinance No. 3825, regarding an additional septage discharge fee to covert the costs of a septage monitoring program. TAPE #393 -- City Counci .~g. Mtg. Minutes October 22, 1986 Page 5 of 5 Regular meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m. and reconvened in the Council Conference room to discuss 1987 Budget format. BUDGET REVIEW The purpose of the Budget Review was to explain the working paper format for budget review. With no further business, meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. KATHLEEN L. MCCLUS~ity Clerk Director of Administrative Services APPROV : ER HORN 1 President r .S File/Vault