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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES &~O~t*"
January 11, 1984 ~"-~ ~ ~
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington,
was held in the Council Chambers, 239 Fourth Street, Bremerton, Washington,
Wednesday, January 11, 1984 at 5:30 p.m. with Council President Art Anderson
presiding. Also present were Councilmen E. L. Sturdivant, Spencer Herning,
Clyde Pachek, Roy Mosely, Phil Drouin, Bill Amo, Jim Adrian and Russell
Johnson, Mayor Morrie Dawkins, City Attorney Bill Broughton and City Clerk
Kathleen L. McCluskey.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and the invocation was given
by Bill Amo.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of January 4, 1984. AB84-16
B. Bid Cell request for Minor Forest Products Lease. AB84-17
C. Award of contract for tree planting for 1984 to Forestry and Fire Manage-
ment, Inc. in amount of $2170.00. AB84-18
Motion by R. Mosely and C. Pachek to approve the consent agenda items A, B,
and C, carried unanimously.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AB84-19
#0643 Lawsuits were submitted from J. Steven Thomas, Joe Shoemaker and Floyd Gingrey
and Peggy Axsom. Claims for damages were submitted from Thomas R. Washington
and Charles and Elizabeth Buell. All lawsuits and claims for damages have
been forwarded to appropriate departments and the city's insurance broker.
CLAIMS/WARRANT RECISTER AB84-20
#0658 Claims and warrants audited and certified by Darlene Herrmann as required by
RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on a listing which has been made available to
the Council.
Motion by R. Johnson and S. Herning as of this date the Council does approve
for payment warrants 14801 through 14905 inclusive in the amount of $94,819.68
and warrants 14796 and 14797 in the amount of $3,591.98, carried unanimously.
Motion by R. Johnson and J. Adrian as of this date the Council does approve
for payment the Salary Fund in amount of $146,393.24 and FICA in amount of
$5,524.22 for December 25, 1983 payroll, and retirees payroll in amount
of $39,119.32 for December, 1983, carried unanimously.
MAYOR'S REPORT
#0737 Mayor Dawkins read a letter from Rep. Max Vek~ch regarding increasing DOE
funding for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The Mayor discussed House Bill 1171
pertaining to increasing the funding from 50% to 75%. Mr. Adrian suggested
forming a citizen's committee to meet with state legislatures.
Mayor Dawkins read a letter from the YWCA expressing appreciation for support
and allocation of Revenue Sharing Funds to the ALIVE Shelter. The Mayor
read a letter from the U.S. Navy expressing appreciation and thanking the city
for their combined efforts with PSNS for the traffic signal installation on
Navy Yard Highway in the vicinty of the USS Missouri. Mayor Dawkins stated
a full report has been submitted to Council Members on all Block Grant funding
and Jobs Bill monies.
In response to the animal shelter issue, Allan Kane, City Engineer, discussed
problems with the site concerning need for a survey pertaining to topography
and soil, Estimated cost of the survey is $8500. Mr. Kane discussed install-
tion of a 25 million gallon reservoir at this site, and stated the geographic
location and elevation are important to the Water Department. Until the survey
is complete, exact location cannot be determined for the shelter. It is
possible the Water Department may need the entire site. Mr. Amo discussed
his understanding that the reservoir site was chosen prior to this location
being suggested as a site for the animal shelter. Mr. Kane responded that the
specific location has not been determined.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
#1235 Harry Gundlach, 1325 Lower Marine Dr., discussed installation of a sewer line
across Oyster Bay and current L.I.D. in existence~ and questioned if this would
be redundant. Mr. Baker responded this would not be redundant, as the line
across Oyster Bay is a pressure line. Mr. Baker discussed the intent of the
L.I.D., which is an expensive project.
City Council Meeting Minutes
January 11, 1984
Page 2
PUBLIC RECOGNITION CONTD
Walterine Taylor, 2708 Callahan Dr., discussed her objections to the increased
Brem-Air rates and hardship this will place on retirees and possibly blue
collar workers due to cuts in their incomes. Mr. Anderson explained that this
contract was developed in 1981 for 10 years. He agreed it is an unfair con-
tract, and discussed this Council's endeavors to correct this contract.
Ms Taylor discussed housing of Bremerton prisoners in Port Orchard and stated
she is opposed to this.
ORDINANCE 3887 - TRANSMISSION MAIN REPLACEMENT ON NAVY YARD HIGHWAY IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE WASTEWATER FACILITY PROJECT AB83-581
#1522 Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE of
the City of Bremerton, Washington, relating to the combined water and sewerage
system of the City; specifying and adopting a system or plan of additions and
betterments to and extensions of the combined water and sewerage system of
the City; declaring the estimated cost thereof; authorizing the issuance of
$5,000,000 par value of water and sewer revenue bonds for the purpose of
providing a part of the funds with which to pay the cost of carrying out such
system or plan; providing for the issuance of one or more bond anticipation
notes pending the issuance of such bonds; creating a water and sewer revenue
bond anticipation note fund; and providing for the negotiated sale of such
notes to Peoples National Bank of Seattle, Washington. Mr. Drouin explained
that installation of the water main in conjunction with the sewer line will
save money since the equipment is already in position. Question called,
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2005 - STORM DRAINAGE MANAGEMENT AB83-669
#1597 Court Prisk, Field Services Manager, discussed the need for a study to deter-
mine if a storm drainage management system is needed. Mr. Paul Scheyer,
inquired if an outside firm will be hired, and discussed storm water separa-
tion, and inquired if L.I.D's will be formed? Mr. Anderson responded an out-
side firm will not be hired, and that this will be a preliminary study.
Motion by C. Pachek and S. Horning to pass Resolution No. 2005 for Storm
Drainage Management study, carried unanimously.
REOPENING OF 12TH STREET - WARREN TO BROADWAY AB83-581
#1879 Memo from BPD Traffic Control with recommenation not to reopen 12th Street
was read. Police Department memo further states that if the street is reopened,
it is recommended that a 15 ft. radius curb return be placed on the northwest
corner of 12th and Warren to help deter possible left turns from northbound
Warren Avenue traffic, and that a "NO LEFT TURN" sign be posted over Warren
Avenue. Letter from William J. Keisting, 1220 Broadway Ave, was read des-
cribing dangers of heavy traffic on Broadway and supporting the reopening of
12th Street. Allan Kane discussed former Council approval for one way west
bound traffic on 12th St, and subsequent Council reacting to citizen input
and directed that the street be blocked off. Mr. Kane discussed three alter-
natives: leave as is; widen Broadway or reopen 12th St, west bound only.
The Engineering Department recommendation is to reopen 12th St, one way west
bound, There was extensive discussion regarding traffic hazards created due
to vehicles slowing down to turn into 12th Street. Discussion continued re-
garding hazards on Broadway due to heavy traffic because 12th Street is not
open. Mr. Adrian discussed partial elimination of problems on Broadway if
12th Street is reopened. There was discussion of heavy volume of traffic on
Broadway due to the apartment building on 12th Street, the tennis courts and
Girl Scout Hall.
Motion by J. Adrian and C. Pachek to approve opening 12th Street between
Warren Ave. and Broadway, one way west bound. Messrs. Amo and Anderson
expressed opposition to reopening 12th St. Question called, carried as follows:
7 affirmative, 2 opposed (Amo, Anderson).
Recess 6:35 until 6:45 p.m.
VISITOR AND CONVENTION BUREAU 1984 BUDGET PROPOSAL AB84-21
#2994 Don Serry spoke in support of the Bureau and urged Council to fund the Bremerton/
Kitsap County Visitor and Convention Bureau as requested. Mr. Serry felt if
Bremerton does lose the USS Missouri, the city's need of the Bureau will increase.
Tape Joe Mentor discussed concerns with the way in which the hotel/motel tax monies
104 are spent. Mr. Mentor contended that advertising dollars should go outside of
Kitsap County. Mr. Mentor discussed cost of printing and mailing literature
in the immediate area, and feels this money is misdirected. He expressed his
opinion that the Bureau's function is to bring tourists to Bremerton and Kitsap
County.
City Council Meeting Minutes
January 11, 1984
Page Three
VISITOR AND CONVENTION BUREAU 1984 BUDGET PROPOSAL CONTD
Mary Lou Cameron, Bureau representative, discussed the Bureau as serving the
entire county, as the Bureau was formed by all Chambers of Commerce. Ms
Cameron discussed the growth of the Bureau and encouraged Council to fund the
Bureau for 1984, including matching funds. Messrs. Anderson and Johnson agreed
that Bremerton is not getting their fair share of advertising, as Bremerton
is funding approximately 50% of the Bureau. Ms Cameron discussed high
concentration of motels and restaurants as being in Bremerton, and explained
the process for booking a convention. In answer to an inquiry~ Ms Cameron
explained that brochures are placed on the State ferries, and mailed out of
state and country to trade shows. Ms Cameron discussued various forms of
advertising, and discussed magazine articles and news coverage. Mr. Horning
discussed recent state wide Home Builders convention held at the Bayview Inn,
and feels Bremerton is getting their money's worth. Mr. Adrian felt with
most motels and restaurants being located in Bremerton~ most tourist money is
spent in Bremerton. Mr. Adrian suggested continuing the funding for 3 to 6
months and a committee be formed to review impact of money spent. George
Allen expressed opinion that the motel officials should have input on how
the money is spent.
Motion by Eo Sturdivant and P. Drouin to approve funding the Bremerton/Kitsap
County Visitor and Convention Bureau in the amount of $42,000 eliminating match
money for 1984, and creating a committee to review impact of money spent. Mr.
Adrian discussed his concerns with creating a committee. Discussion followed
regarding method of forming a committee. Mr. Sturdivant withdrew his motion,
Mr. Drouin withdrew his second of the motion.
Motion by E. Sturdivant and P. Drouin to approve funding the Bremerton/Kitsap
County Visitor and Convention Bureau in amount of $39,000 plus matching money
not to exceed $42,000 for 1984, carried as follows: 8 affirmative, 1
abstention (Johnson).
Motion by S. Horning and J. Adrian to form a committee to include~ the
Planning Director, Mayor, one Council Member, one citizen, recommend George
Allen, and others as the Mayor directs, to review expenditures and determine
funding needs, and report to Council in 3 months, carried unanimously.
WATER SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE
#2155 Motion by P. Drouin and J. Adrian to accept the water system as installed in the
plat of Firwood Estates as complete and approve the conveyance of the facilities
to the Water Utility, carried unanimously.
ELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT AB84-23
#2200 Nomination by P. Drouin, seconded by Jo Adrian to nominate Art Anderson for
position of Council President. There were no other nominations.
Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to elect Art Anderson as Council President,
carried unanimously.
Nomination by S. Horning, seconded by B. Amo to nominate Jim Adrian for position
of Council Vice President.
Nomination by P. Drouin, seconded by R. Johnson to nominate Roy Mosely for
position of Council Vice President. There were no further nominations. Mr.
Mosely declined the nomination for Council Vice President, and recommended a
unanimous vote for Jim Adrian.
Motion by S. Horning and B. Amo to elect Jim Adrian as Council Vice President,
carried as follows: 8 affirmative, 1 abstention (Adrian).
COUNCIL REPORTS
#2370 R. Johnson stated the January Council study session will be Monday, January
16th at 6:00 p.m. Fiscal and Budget Committee meeting will be held Tuesday,
January 17th at 5:30.
P. Drouin stated the Wastewater Committee will no longer meet every week, but
only on 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., unless there is a special need.
Council Committee members will meet on 2nd and 4th Thursday at the facility's
office. Mr. Drouin discussed the need for response from the City Attorney
regarding revision to contract replacement with Kitsap County Sewer District #1.
Mr. Drouin discussed West Bremerton Merchants Association meeting on Thursday
at the E1 Camino Restaurant, and asked that the Public Safety Chairman be present.
S. Horning stated the Planning Committee will meet Monday, January 16th at
4:45 p.m. in the Council offices.
City Council Meeting Minutes
January 11, 1984
Page Four
COUNCIL REPORTS CONTD
B. Amo discussed the importance of the meeting Thursday evening on downtown
redevelopment, and asked that KBRO give coverage of the time and place of the
meeting. Mayor Dawkins stated there will Be two meetings. Thursday evening
will be devoted to businesses, and Friday morning meeting to property owners.
A. Anderson briefly recapped 1983 and stated it was a good year and hope to
move fbrward. He discussed tremendous efforts of the administration, and
commended the Mayor and each Council Member.
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
KATHLEEN L. McCLUSKEY, City Clerk
APPROVED:
ART ]iNDERSON, C~u~c{i ~Sr~s~d~nt