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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/23/86TAPE #41~' -- UNAPPEOVED~ #0101 #0113 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES December 23, 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, December 23, 1986, at 5:30 p.m. with Council President Spencer Homing presiding. Council Members present were Lon Overson, Mottie Dawkins, Marry Crutcher, Hank Waibei, "Tiny" Collins, Mary Lou Long and Russ J~b-con. Also present were Acting City Attorney Katharine Barnhouse and City Clerk Kathleen McCluskey. Absent was A1Coivin. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by President Horninn with Public Works Director Dave Baker giving the Invocation. CONSENT AGENUA Item #A - Minutes of December 10, 1986, #AB86-472, with the following amendments: 1. Show Mr. Russ Johnson opening and chatting the meeting until the first recess at the Executive session (6:45 p.m.) when Mr. Horninn continued the chair. 2. Review the tape to ascertain whether the motion, (Pg. 3 of 8, o #3034) included approval of the "Personal Services Contract" for the new appointed City Attorney. Item #B - Bid Award Recommendation - Traffic Counters, #AB86-473 Item #C - Bid Award Recommendation - Ductile Iron Pipe, #AB88-474 . M/S/C/U/(Waibel/Long) to approve the Consent Agenda as pre- sented and Minutes as amended with direction to review the official tape. CLAIMS/WETS 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/(Colvin/Dawkins) on December 17, 1986, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers included and further described as follows; Regular Warrants, #27086 - #27172 in the total amount of $183,571.12. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Overson reported attendance at the Nipsic Center Senior Citizen's Christmas Party and that the users of the Center are delighted to have a new program director. Mr. Dawkins wished the public and associates happy holidays. Mr. Crutcher thanked Mr. Collins for his ,support and guidance this past year and wished all a Merry Christmas. Mr. Waibel wished all a Merry Christmas. Mrs. Long reported; (1) That the Street department, due to decrease in staff, will not be picking up Christmas Trees as it has done in the past, however, citizens can drop their tree off at the Street department for disposal; (2) Stated she researched Ordinance #2291 regarding storm sewer separation and still was concer~aover the Ordinance passed #0534 #0780 · TAPE City Cou,~il Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1986 Page 2 of last week which deletes the storm sewer fund; (3) Mrs. Long read a letter she wrote to the Department of Ecology about her concerns when dredging starts in Sinclair Inlet to accommodate the USS Nimitz's arrival. Mr. Homing stated the material will be stored in large tanks and that he feels much research went into the disposal of toxic materials. (4) Mrs. Long stated she received a copy of a complaint regarding parking strips, in front of residential dwellings, and the maintenance thereof. Mr. Collins stated the Council Planning committee is working on the problem which he thinks will be resolved soon. Mr. Johnson announced (1) that Council Statements of Legislative Intent (SLI's) are completed for FY87 and he suggested Council review and be prepared to take action the first or second week in January. (2) Mr. Johnson thank staff, City Council and the Mayor for their efforts in dealing with a difficult budget situation this year. (3) The Fiscal & Budget Committee met with Mayor Lobe, County Commissioner Bill Mahan and Council President Homing this morning So discuss "Insurance Pooling". He cautioned that no decision will be made in the near future until staff and professionals have met with the proposed three agencies including the County, City of Bremerton and Kitsap Transit and a thorough review of the options and advantages is accomplished. He felt the program has potential. (4) He proposed, after each election year, Council have a picture taken. · M/S/C/U/(Johnson/Waibel) to approve having a annual "Election" photo taken of each Council seated. Mr. Johnson criticized Mrs. Long's letter to the Department of Ecology which could be misconstrued as having come from the Council as a whole. He felt Mrs. Lonq certainly has a right to her opinion, but objected to the method of contacting the DOE. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Horninq announced that there will be an Executive Session directly following the regular meeting to discuss "Personnel Matters", including Council President, Vice-, President and Committee evaluations. KITSAP LAKE PARK DEVELOPMENT I.A.C. FUNDS ACCEPTANCE #AB86- 475 The City Council approved the submission of the.Kitsap Lake Development Project application earlier this year. The project was recently funded by the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation at 68% of the development cost of $220,000,00. I.A.C. share (Grant Award) is $149,269.00. The City's local share is $71,729.00 with these funds available in the Real Estate Transfer Tax Fund. Mr. Jim/Strait 6530 Harlow Drive/President - Kitsap Lake Neighborhood Association, thanked the City and Council for all ~'s efforts in developing the property, acquired in 1971, into a Park for all the City to enjoy. Mr. Johnson stated, although it has taken a long time to acquire the matching Grant money, it was worth doing the project right and reduce the potential liability to the City. M/S/C/U/(johnson/Long) to approve and accept the I.A.C. funds for development of Kitsap Lake Park. CONTRACT EXTENSION - WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATION, #AB86-476,, The existing contract with Professional Services Group for operation of the Utilities Wastewater Treatment Plant and / // TAPE #41" City CouL_,l Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1986 Page 3 of 6 #0866 #1115 · #1157 related facilities expires on December 31, 1986. Attached for the Council's consideration is an amendment to the existing contract with Professional Services Group (P.S.G.) to extend the current contract for approximately six plus months in order to provide sufficient time for the Bremerton Municipal Utilities to develop a new long term contract for the operation of the plant. Mr. Bill DuffV, Water Utility Superintendent, along with Representatives ~rom Economic Engineering Services, Inc. were present for questions. Mrs. Long asked why 6 month period for comprehensive guideline with Mr. Duffy responding that it takes approximately 6 months to go through the RFP. · M/S/C/U/(Waibei/Crutcher) to approve an amendment for a six- month extension to the contract and authorize the Mayor to sign said amendment. SECOND STREET ANENITY ( HUD M85-030 ) DNR INTERAGENCY, AGREEMENT NO. 22-002662, #AB86-47'7 The City operates the sewerage lift station at the East end of Second Street under a permissive DNR letter dated February 15, 198/./ The Department of Natural Resources has submitted "Interagency Agreement No. 22-002662" for execution by the City and then by DNR. Terms of said agreement grant to the City at no charge use of area needed for construction of the Shoreside Amenity at East end of 2nd Street. The Agreement does not interfere with use of area under viewing platform for lift station. Mr. Don Pratt, Planning Director was present for questions. The only holdup is waiting for the Bond to be secured. He stated there is adequate lighting and $15,000 set aside for this portion of the project and hopefully surplused materials from the Shipyard will not need to be acquired. Mrs. Long asked why the 30-year "term" on the contract with Mr. Pratt stating he would need to research because he could not speak for DNR. M/S/C/U/(Crutcher/Dawkins) to authorize the Mayor Lobe to execute the Interagency Agreement with DNR granting the use of the site for the 2nd Street Shoreside Amenity at no cost to the City. CONSENT TO ASSIGNMENT TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM, #AB86-478 City Council previously awarde.d the contract to purchase and install a new telephone system to Northern Telecom, Inc. On November 17, 1986, Pac Tel Info Systems acquired NTI's western regional marketing and support operations, including the City's installed equipment base. Rationale for the acquisition is given in the attached letter from North Telecom. The City's telecommunications consultant advises their full support of the assignment and recommends City acceptance. · M/S/C/U/(Overson/Dawkins) that the City consent to the as- signment by Northern Telecon, Inc. to Pac Tel Communications Companies, d/b/a "Pac Tel Info Systems", and authorize the Mayor to sign the Consent to Assignment. EXCEPTION TO VEHICLE USE POLICY FOR ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER ON STAND-BY STATUS, #AB86-479 While on stand-by status, Animal Control field officers are currently required to drive their personal vehicles to the office at 1548 Warren Avenue to pick up the Animal 'Control van when responding to emergency ca/l-outs. This is extremely costly in response time. In order to provide a more efficient and effective service to the citizens and other departments (i.e., B.P.D. and aid units awaiting arrival of the responding officer), Council approval is requested for exception to the Vehicle Use Policy for the TAPE #413_ City Coun~ Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1986 Page 4 of 6 Animal Control Officer on stand-by status. Mr. Collins was concerned that if one division was allowed exception, all would have just as viable reasons to circumvent the vehicle policy. He felt the policy was addressing former widespread abuse with city vehicles and should not be altered for any reason. Mrs. Long supported-~ giving examples of situations such as when a child may be mauled by a vicious animal or police, unable to secure or enter a residence. Ms. McCord responded that the Animal Control division is an "emergency" department and as such, needs to have quick response time in certain emergencies. Ms. McCord stated this would be an addendum to the Page 3, "Vehicle Use Policy", under list of exceptions. Mr. Johnson felt the City is in a position to support this action because of severe cuts within the department, only two full- time staff~ #1866 · M/S/C/U/(Crutcher/Johnson) to approve exception to the Vehi- cle Use Policy to allow the Animal Control Officer on-call to take the vehicle home for the purpose of responding to emergency call-outs. LEASE WITH KITSAP COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, #AB86-480 Kitsap Community Action Program has occupied the City owned Smith School Building since 1973. Over the years they have made many improvements to the Building. The City has been responsible for Structural and Maintenance costs. KCAP is willing to continue to improve the Building and Particularly the roof as explained i,n the attached letter of 7/16/85, however some assurance that they will be able to continue to occupy the Building is required by the KCAP Board. KCAP also pays for insurance on the Building. The City Council and Administration has indicated their desire to free the City of all costs associated with leased buildings but assure the continued upkeep of the Building. This lease accomplished that as well. Ms. McCluskey added that KCAP requested a SO-year lease, which is declined by the City, and should something happen to the Building, such as fire loss, etc., the City is under no obligation to rebuild for KCAP. She continued to state KCAP lnsures the Building in the amount of 8500,000 which is probably more than the Building ls worth. ~r. Crutcher spoke in support of the work KCAP performs for citizens and encouraged Councii's support of this Lease. Mr. Overson asked when will the City see the improvement Plans as the continuation of the lease is predicated on these improvements. Ms. McCiuskey stated the City has not received the Plans nor is aware of much done by KCAP to the building. #2033 · M/S/C/(Crutcher/Waibel) to approve a Lease with KCAP for 10 year period with ten-year option at the rate of $1.00 per year. VOTE: In favor: Overson, Dawkins, Crutcher, Waibel, Collins, Johnson & Homing Abstain: Long Motion PASSED Mr. Johnson was concerned about the City entering into any 10 or multiple year contract/leases/agreements because of the many problems the arise in the latter part of such agreements. TELECOMMUNICATIONS SITE ACCESS AGREEMENT, #AB86-481 Cook Telecom, Inc. has requested permission from the Water Utility to install a transmitting antenna, together with a paging system transmitter, at the Reservoir #6 site located TAPE #413 '- CityCount Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1986 Page 5 of 6 at 5144 Francis Street. A proposed agreement is attached hereto which sets the term of the agreement at five (5) years, and further, establishes a monthly site rental fee of $120.00 per month. Mr. Bill Duffy Water Utility Superintendent, was present for questions. Mr. Waibel asked if future plans include a cellular system with Mr. DuffV stating possibly on the Eastside of town. #2170 · M/S/C/U/(Waibel/Crutcher) to approve authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the attached agreement on behalf of The City of Bremerton. RATE AMENDMENT - ADJUSTMENT PER BREM-AIR CONTRACT #AB86-482 As an information item only, the Contract with Brem-Air calls for an annual rate adjustment based upon a specific index per schedule provided in the Council packets. The increase is 4.522% per the September 1985/1986 index. Pursuant to the contract the rate increase does not require Council approval, only presentation to the Council. Mrs. Lonq noted that the CPI is the highest in the area and the rate is going up extremely fast as compared to local incomes. Mr. Overson stated at least the City is not faced with the disposal problems like Seattle. ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) AMENDING THE CITY OF BREMERTON 1986 BUDGET #AB86-483 Mr. Rich Hanna, City Treasurer stated actions taken by the City from time to time during 1986 and which were not anticipated in the City's 1986 Budget, required that certain additions and corrections to the original budget be made at this time. These items are explained on an individual basis in the accompanying Budget Adjustment requests. Mrs. Long reiterated her previous criticism on how the budget for 1987 was handled and it was clarified that this ordinance pertains to 1986 budget adjustments. She was also critical of deletion of the storm sewer fund and non- utilization of the fund for several years by past Administrations. #2710 · M/S/C/(Waibel/Crutcher) to app;ove an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 4003, relating to the financial budget for the fiscal year 1986. VOTE: In favor: Overson, Dawkins, Crutcher, Waibel, Collins, Johnson & Homing Abstain: Long Motion PASSED ORDINANCE (FIRST READING) AMENDING THE DESIGNATION CRITERIA FOR RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMITS, #AB86-484 A request for Residential Parking on the South side of Burwell from Anoka to State Street was turned down due to' lack of Ordinance authority to grant a Residential Parking area due to knowledge that it would be impacted due to it's close proximity to the Shipyard. Because it is already posted there was no way to verify the impa~t. The neighbors would like to be able to buy permits and park in their two- hour zone beyond the tow-hour limit. This ordinance changes the language to allow for designation as a Residential Parking area if, in the judgement of the Engineering department, in the absence of current parking regulations it would be impacted. City Council asked that the City Attorney draft this ordinance. Staff recommended approval. Mr. Ralph Berqgren, Parking Coordinator, noted two existing problems; (1) a better verification, showing TAPE #413' City Coun~,l Reg. Mtg. Minutes December 23, 1986 Page 6 of 6 #3502 ownership or rental receipts be a part of the permit parking application process, and (2) and improved inspection of the impacted area. Mrs. Lon~ expressed concern that individuals, residing in the City, have less protection than those employed in the City but non-resident status. Mr. Crutcher was encouraged that this ordinance may help improve the situation because his district has the highest ratio of impact with regard to PSNS commuters. M/S/C/U/(Crutcher/Overson) to approve an ordinance (first reading) amending Ordinance No. 3437, Sec. IV to amend the designation criteria for Residential Parking permits. With no further business, Executive Session commenced at 7:12 p.m. in Council Conference Room on "Personnel Matters" Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, City Clerk APPROV : ER HORNI President .S i D File/Vault