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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/18/84 Tape 123 Unapproved #2600 Minutes CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES ~'-~ April 18, 1984 ~ The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Br~me = r~, Washington was held in the Council Chambers, 239 Fourth Street, Bremerton Washington, Wednesday, April 18, 1984 at 5:35 p.m. with Council Vice President Jim Adrian presiding. Also present were Councilmen E. L. Sturdivant, Spencer Horning, Clyde Pacbek, Roy Mosely, Phil Drouin, Bill Amo and Russ Johnson, Mayor Morrie Dawkins, City Attorney Bill Broughton and Deputy City Clerk Gil Johnson. Council President Art Anderson and City Clerk Kathleen McCluskey were absent. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and the invocation was given by Bill Amo. Mr. Johnson stated item 8E would be the first item of business under Ordinance & Resolutions, items 9A, 9B, 9C and 9D were removed, and item 9H would be the first item under New Business. CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of April 11, 1984 AB84-176 Motion by R. Mosely and C. Pachek to approve the Consent Agenda item A, carried unanimously. INFORMATIONAL ITEM AB84-177 #2663 Request for use of city streets was submitted by the Bremerton Ministerial Alliance for a Good Friday Cross Walk to take place April 20th between the hours of 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. #2680 CLAIMS AB84-178 Motion by E. Sturdivant and R. Johnson as of this date the Council does approve for payment Salary Fund in amount of $315,682.23 and FICA in amount of $13,399.73 for payroll period ending April 8, 1984, carried unanimsouly. MAYOR'S REPORT #2713 Mayor Dawkins read his proclamation proclaiming the week of April 23 through 29, 1984 as Professional Secretaries Week~ Mayor Dawkins discussed status report on the Block Grant Program. Mr. Adrian complimented the Planning De- partment in preparing this report. Mr. Sturdivant raised the issue of demoli§h- lng Evergreen Park pool. The Mayor indicated the Engineering Department is reviewing this to determine the best method for proceeding. PUBLIC RECOGNITION #3086 Mary Lou Lon~, 2433 E. Phinney Bay Dr., discussed consumption shown on utility bills received by tenents, and questioned estimating usage on residents new to Tape the area. Ms Long discussed the rate structure for the treatment plant and ±n- 124 quired if the bill can identify the amount for interest and payment in lieu of taxes. Ms Long asked that this issue be placed on a Council agenda. Ms Long was informed this will be addressed by the Budget & Finance Committee and was invited to attend their meeting. Jerry $oriano, 509 4th St., discussed bills received by various tenents, with extreme increase in rates. Mr. Soriano questioned if the meters are being read. Mr. Soriano discussed parking on 5th St., and objected to placement of meters in the vicinty of Kiwanis Field. Kathryn Johnson, 1937 Callow Ave., discussed unsatisfactory response from City employees when she questioned her most recent utility bill. M~yo~._Da~kins asked Ms Johnson to meet with him regarding her bill~ Isaac Soriano, 524 4th St., raised the issue of each property owner being assessed their share for the treatment plant, and discussed discrepancies in his bills. Mr. Soriano discussed increased parking meter rates, and feels current rates have resulted in city owned parking lots being empty. Ms Lon~ discussed cost of bonds to finance the treatment plant and felt this should have gone to a vote of the people. RESOLUTION 2018 - REDUCTION OF PARKING METER RATES AB84-181 #0847 Court Prisk, Field SerVices Mgr,.discussed the ramifications of reducing park- ing meter rates from 20¢ to 10C. Conservative cost to the city would be approxi- mately $75,000 per year. Mr. Prisk discussed other factors which must be weighed. If the downtown area is to be revitalized, it must be a joint venture between the merchants and the city. Reduction of rates needs to be publicized City Council Meeting Minutes April 18, 1984 Page Two RESOLUTION 2018 - CONTD as the City's contribution with a committment from the merchants to clean-up store fronts, alleys and sidewalks. Mr. Prisk discussed a comprehensive park- ing study by the Planning Department which may include approximately 100 addi- tional parking slot, which will offset the loss of revenues. Speaking in support of Resolution 2018 to reduce the parking meter rates to 10¢ per hour were Douglas Carpenter, Dowmtowm Merchants Association President, Jim Sommerhauser, PSNS Unions representative, and Pete Flynn, Municipal Awareness Committee of the Bremerton Area Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Carpenter discussed possible ways in which the merchants may "spruce up" the area. Speaking in opposition to the resolution was Chester Gibbs, employed by Ampco Auto Parks. Mr. Drouin felt reducing the rates would be unfair competition to private in- dustry and unrealistic. He felt this resolution is too simple a solution for a complex problem. He discussed the practice of feeding the meters and lack of enforcement. Mr. Johnson raised the issue of cuts in services due to lost revenues caused from reduced rates. Mayor Dawkins discussed mid-term budget adjustments, and indicated an increase in B&O tax and sale tax will be considered at that time. Discussion followed regarding cost to change meters to the new rate. It was determined the cost would be minimal. Isaac Soriano felt a comparison of revenues prior to and after the increase from 10¢ to 20¢ would re- veal higher revenues prior to the increase. Mr. Sommerhauser discussed a pro- Tape posal by PSNS unions for long and short term parking meters in a 5 block radius 125 on 5th St. Mr. Horning requested a written proposal from the Downtown Mer- chants Association regarding the ways in which the merchants will clean-up the downtown area. Mr. Johnson indicated he favors adjusting the rates, but felt this should not take place until results of the parking study are in. Motion by C. Pachek and B. Amo to pass "A RESOLUTION setting forth parking meter rates and repealing Res. 2002 and Res. 2003, carried as follows: 6 affirmative, 2 opposed (Drouin, Johnson). Recess 7:25 until 7:35 p.m. RESOLUTION 2017 - REAFFIRMING SISTER-CITY PROGRAM W/OLONGAPO AB84-180 #0280 Mr. Amo discussed his recent visit with Mayor Gordon and the Council of Olongapo. He felt this resolution will benefit Bremerton residents. Mr. Amo read Resolution 2017. Motion by B. Amo and P. Drouin to approve and pass Resolution 2017 reaffirming the Sister-city Program between Bremerton and Olongapo, Philippines, carried unanimously. Mayor Dawkins left the meeting at this time to attend the Travel and Convention Banquet. HEARING - REZONE FROM R-1 to R-2/MT. ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH AB84-193 #0423 In response to Mr. Adrian's standard conflict of interest question, Mr. Amo excused himself from this public hearing. Ail other Council Members remained in attendance. Mr. Johnson read a letter from Pat Carey, President, Sheridan Neighborhood Assoc. supporting rezone of only 2,'5 acres of the subject property to R-2. Carol Saari, Planning Department, discussed the request for 9.34 acres to be rezoned to R-2. Planning Commission voted 3 to 1 to rezone approximately 2.5 acres of the subject site, located on Sylvan Way, 332 ft. east of Cedargrove Way and 322 ft. west of Rickey Road. Ms Saari discussed maximum residential density in R-2 zone of up to 70 residential units per acre. Ms Saari discussed access to the site, parking according to zonimg ordinance and estimate traffic generation of approximately 8.05 trips per unit per weekday from a multifamily development. The applicant's proposal is to provide housing for the elderly with 40 units to be built in the very near future on the approximate 2.5 acres. A church and related buildings is proposed sometime in the future. Ms Saari discussed Sheridan Neighborhood support of rezoning 2.5 acres of the site. There were no specific concerns from departments, however, the Bicycle Committee suggested bicycle parking be considered. In discussing the Planning Commission conclusions, Ms Saari noted R-2 zone uses would generally be consistent with several Bremerton Area Plans to provide housing for elderly, handicapped and low income and encourage government assisted housing programs. The maximum allowed residential density in R-2 zone is generally inconsistent with the Sheridan Neighborhood Plan, Kitsap County Zoning Ord. Bremerton Area Plan. However, the proposed rezone is in close pro- ximity to several multi-family properties on Sylvan Way and Pine Road. City Council Meeting Minutes April 18, 1984 Page Three HEARING - REZONE FROM R-1 to R-2/MT. ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH CONTD It is therefore concluded that only the 2.5 acres proposed for the HUD housing project be rezoned to R-2. Colleen Donley, Community Development Planner, discussed Section 2 program as it relate~ to Section 202 process. DHUD considers that Bremezton has a need for housing for the elderly. The proposal is consistent with the Housing Assistance Plan as it will allow 40 additional dwellings for the elderly, handicapped and low income. Joe Gero, Planning Director, discussed the Housing Assistance Plan as adopted by the city, and feels this proposal has a strong chance to meet the plan. Harold Berry, trustee of the church, discussed this application being submitted last year and denied due to the sewer moratorium. He feels since th~ moratorium has been lifted this proposal should be approved. Mr. Drouin discussed require- ment to hookup to city sewer if a sewer main is within 250 ft. of the property. The sewer line will be extended at the owners expense. Motion by S. Horning and R. Johnson to Rezone application from R~i to R-2 for approximately 2.5 acres for the west half of the west half of the SW ¼ of the NE ¼ of the SW ¼, S 2, toWnship 24 N, R 1 E, W.M. in Kitsap County, WA, EXCEPT the south 30 ft., carried unanimously. HEARING - APPEAL OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT/VECTOR pE~ELOPMENT.'CO, AB84~194 #1078 In response to Mr. Adrian's standard conflict of interest question, Mr. Horning excused himself from this public hearing. All other Council Members remained in attendance. Mr. Johnson read letters from Pete Birmingham, Joseph Stark and Carl Hirsch opposing the special use permit for commercial Parking in this area. Ms Saari discussed the proposal to establish a commercial parking lot on the back portion of the site at 1427 Gregory with unanimous vote to deny the applica- tion. The applicant proposes removing the existing garage and establishing 7 parking stalls. Access is a one-way alley adjacent to PSNS fence. Research of Planning and Engineering Department files indicate there are no rezones or special use permits on Gregory Way or State Street. The proposal could be con- sistent with the Bremerton Zoning Ord. if certain requirements are met; 4,300 sq. ft. retained for the existing residential structure and not for the proposed commercial area; adequate parking stall length and width and parking aisle width for a turnaround; landscaping provided between the parking area and alley and parking area and adjacent residences; area paved and striped; area improved to Engineering standards; and rear yard setback 15 ft. for residential structure. Impacts from a commercial parking lot would detract from the established residential character of the neighborhood and a special use permit would in- fringe upon the neighborhood and establish a precedence for further commercial development of parking lots in the area. Mike Caulfield, proponent, discussed the proposal to develop a multi-unit complex on the site. Mr. Caulfield indicated the commercial parking lot would be an interim parking lot, as a dwelling structure must have one parking stall per unit. Mr. Caulfield discussed several commercial businesses in the neighborhood in support of his application. Speaking in opposition to the special use permit to allow a commercial parking lot were, Wayne Estes, Brenden O'Sullivan, Debbie Westfall, Mary Joe Glasser, Jack Bergsma and Karen Loftus. There was objection to Ms Loftus speaking in opposition as she is a member of the Planning Commission. Mr. Broughton in cated that Ms Loftus stated her position as a member of the Planning Commission and felt it was not inappropriate for her to speak as an area resident. Mr. Caulfield requested a certified transcript ~f Ms Loftus' opening statement~ Tape Discussion followed regarding alleged illegal commercial parking lots and other 126 enterprises in the area and enforcement capabilities. Mr. Gero indicated the city may provide a Land Use Compliance Officer to ensure there are no businesses in areas not zoned for business. Discussion continued regarding efforts of area residents to improve their property and keep the neighborhood residential. Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to deny the request for a Special Use premit, carried unanimously. Recess 8:58 until 9:08 p.m. Mr. Adrian stated that items 9G, 9I and 9K have been removed from the agenda. City Council Meeting Minutes April 18, 1984 Page Four ORDINANCE 3896 - AMENDING THE CRIMINAL~CODEAB84-1'5~~ #0143 Mr. Broughton discussed the additional language of $100'mandatory contribution to the police canine unit fund pursuant to Council direction, for any person convicted of violating the provisions of this ordinance. Mr. Broughton stated the judge has the discretion of levying a maximum find of $500 and 6 months in jail. Leo Olney, City Treasurer, discussed the need to establish a special fund for care and custody of the police dogs. Contributions received for this purpose have been set up in an account in the credit union. The funds in this account will be placed in the special fund. Motion by P. Drouin and B. Amo to pass on second reading "AN ORDINANCE amending the Criminal Code to define the offense of Injuring/Interfering with a Police Dog.", carried unanimously. RESOLUTION 20i0 - SET DATE FOR LID HEARING/DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AB84-175 #0323 Mr. Broughton discussed'the location of the h~aring at the Great Northwest Fed- eral Savings & Loan building, 500 Pacific Ave., in the community room, for the convenience of the handicapped and disabled. The meeting will be Thursday, May 31, 1984 at 6:00 p.m. The Communications Dept. has agreed to set up and test the recording equipment prior to start of the meeting. Motion by R. Mosely and C. Pachek to pass "A RESOLUTION declaring the intention of the City Council of the City of Bremerton to order the formation of a local improvement district for construction of improvements to the City's downtown area; and fixing the time, date and place for a hearing thereon.", carried unanimously. AMENDMENT #4/CH2M HILL AB84-189 #0425' Dave Baker, Project Mgr., discussed upcoming termination of use of McCormick land for sludge disposal, and need to locate a new site. This amendment is for engineering services to analyze sludge disposal alternatives. Cost of this task is $6400 to be paid from Wastewater Facilities Construction Fund 309. Motion by R. Mosely and C. Pachek to verbally approve the amendment subject to the written amendment at the next meeting, carried as follows: 7 affirmative, 1 abstention (Johnson). ACCEPT CONTRACT #2250/6TH & NAVAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL AB84-186 #0611 Gerry Thornburgh, Engineering Dept., discussed the contract with Signal Electric with completion taking place 109 working days after scheduled comple~on at a cost of $150 per day to the contractor, totaling $16,350. Mr. Thornburgh stated that to date the City has not released the retainage. Motion by C. Pachek and E. Sturdivant to accept Contract #2250 as complete, carried unanimously. DHUD OFFER/FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 1984 SECTION 312 FUNDS AB84-187 #0697 Colleen Donley, Block Grant Coordinator, discussed $200,000 offered to the City by DHUD to rehabilitate low and moderate private properties. Funds may be used to rehabilitate single family, multi-family, mixed use or commercial properties. Loans are provided directly to the property owner. The city will accept and process the loan application, approve and forward the applications to DHUD, pro- vide construction management and administer the release of Sec. 312 construction payments. The Phoenix Group, managers of Bremerton Housing Rehab Program, will provide all rehab services except loan approval. DHUD stipulates that only an employee of the city with the ability to review each loan in terms of compliance may approve loans. Ms Donle¥ has been approved by DHUD to provide this service. Ms Donley discussed Districts 4, 5, and 7 defined as the boundaries pending DHUD approval. Motion by P. Drouin and S. Horning to adopt the resolution authorizing execution of the Section 312 loan approval agreement, carried as follows: 7 affirmative, 1 abstention (Adrian). Motion by B. Amo and C. Pachek to accept the Fiscal Year 1984 funds offered by DHUD, carried as follows: 7 affirmative, 1 abstention (Adrian). CONTRACT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES/3-H CABLE COMMUNICATIONS AB84-195 #1419 Mr. Broughton discussed the necessity for consultant work to be performed re- garding analyzing of technical and operational effectiveness of the present CATV franchise, including making comparisons to that of other communities based upon demographic and geographic similarities and presenting a report to the city. Lon Herd and Miles Overholt, 3-H Cable Comm~ications Consultants discussed their qualifications and past endeavors in this area. Motion by R. Johnson and E. Sturdivant to approve the contract for consultant services with 3-H Cable Communications Consultants, carried as follows: 7 affirmative, 1 abstention (Drouin). Mayor Dawkins returned at this time. City Council Meeting Minutes April 18, 1984 Page Five 5 YEAR BUDGET & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM/GOLD MT. GOLF COURSE AB84-191 #1770 Mr. Prisk discussed the budgets for 1984 through 1988, and stated the fee schedules are not being addressed at this time. He discussed staff meeting with the professionals and attempts to id~ntify all needs of the total facility, both immediate and long term, and pri~ritization of these needs. The budgets will be reviewed and modified as a more accurate picture of revenues unfolds and as unanticipated problems arise. Advice of the professionals will be weighted heavily in any changes or reprioritization of needs. Mike Stoltz, Golf Pro, expressed opinion the revenues may be over estimated. Mr. Stoltz discussed the condition of the course and need to bring it up to par. He felt that only three weeks of records is not adequate to estimate revenues for an entire golf season. Steve Miller, Supt., expressed concern with over estimation of revenues for 1984, and felt this would be magnified in the ensuing budget years. He discussed the inadequate equipment and lack of maintenance over the years. Mr. Miller indicated he is not comfortable, with some of the Tape projections. Bruce Brent, Restauranter, discussed his concerns with the amount 127 budgeted for improvements and upgrading. Mr. Brent felt immediate formation of the Board of Directors is essential. Discussion followed regarding the con- cerns of the professionals. Mr. Adrian suggested no decision be made on the budget at this time, and the Board of Directors be formed posthaste. Motibn by R. Jdhnson and. J. Adrian to table this item for one week. Mr. Prisk discussed the need for immediate purchase of a greens aerator and tee mower. The combined cost will be $13,500. Mr. Adrian withdrew his second. Motion died for lack of a second. Motion by S. Horning and J. Adrian to approve the purchase of a greens aerator and tee mower, carried unanimously. Mr. Adrian stated these budgets should go to the Board of Directors for study. Meeting adjourned at 10:58 p.m. APPROVED: J , ice President