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Home My WebLink About07/11/84 TAPE #157 .... ~ROVED DRAFT ~: ~( #oooo CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES July ll, 198 t tN The regular meetJ_ng of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington, was held in the City Council Chambers, 239 Fourth Street, Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday, July 11, 1984, at 4:09 p.m. with Oouncil President Art Anderson pre- siding. Present were Councilmen Drouin, Hosely, Pachek, Sturdivant, Johnson with Amc, Adrian and Homing planning to join the meeting later. Also present were Mayor Dawkins, City Clerk McCluskey, and Bill Broughton. The meeting opened with Council President Anderson leading the Pledge of Alle- giance and invocation. CONSENT AGENDA #AB84-352 City Clerk McCluskey read the only item on the consent agenda, the minutes of July 2, 1984. #0034 · M/S/C/U/(Mosely/Johnson) to approved the minutes of July 2, 1984. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Dawkins gave a shor~ report on an elderly lady, Ms. Kelly, 6~9 North Constitution, that has been able to take advantage of the Block Grant Loans, allowing rehabilitation of her home. The loans run to a maximum of $15 each and her's was just over that figure. He was please to announce work was co~lete with the cooperation of KCAP and the Rehab program. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilm~n Drouin noted the Wastewater Facilities meeting held the previous Thursday, July 5, 1984, and stated the committee will have a visitation July 12th at the Wastewater Project office. Those interested are encouraged to meet at 9:30 a.m., Thursday at the 6th 8 Times location. Mayor Dawkins stated that a committee has been formed including the U. S. Navy, Kitsap Historical Society, Port of Bremerton and other agencies in a joint effort to consolidate the efforts of doumtown Waterfront development. All were in agree- ment that this should be a group effort. SIX-MONTH EVALUATION OF CITY COUNCIL OFFICERS #AB84-353 Was tabled until all Council members were present later in the meeting. ORDINANCE #3912, KE~FfUCKY FRIED CHICKEN REZONE FROM R1 - B2 #AB84-333 City Clerk McCluskey read the agenda bill with a reconmendfftion to approve. #0097 · M/S/C/U/(Drouin/Mosely) to pass Ordinance #3912, on second 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, for Kentucky Fried Chicken. ORDINANCE #3913, MT ZION REZONE R1 to R2, #AB84-332 Clerk McCluskey read the agenda bill with a reconmendation to approve. #0117 · M/S/C/U/(Sturdivant/Pachek) to approve Ordinance #3913, on second reading, amend- Lng the use and area maps of Ordinance 1792 upon application of rezone from to R-2 and subject to various requirements and other applicable laws and regula- tions, Mt, Zion Missionary Baptist Church. ORDINANCE #3914, REPEALIN6 SEC. ll(e) OF ORD. #3822, #AB84-331 Clerk McCluskey read the agenda bill to ~epeal Sec. il(e) regarding massage parlor doors. #0129 · M/S/C/U/(Pachek/Mosely) to approve Ordinance #3914, repealing Section ll(e) of Ordinance No. 3822 relating to openings in massage parlor doors based on previous reconmendations by City Attorney Bill Broughton. TAPE #157 (cont.) _ __I__~PRO~D DRAFT City Council Reg. I . Minutes July 11, 1984 Page 2 of 4 ORDINANCE #3915, ROWND-MULLER COMPANY REZONE Ri to B3, #AB84-349 Clerk McCluskey read Ordinance #3915, with a recon~endation from the Planning Department to approve. #0147 · M/S/C/U/(Mosely/Sturdivant) to approve, on second reading, Ordinance #3915, amending the use and area maps of Ordinance 1792 upon application of rezone from R-1 to B-3 and subject to various requirements and other applicable laws and regulations, for Rownd-Muller Company. ORDINANCE #3916, HIGGEN REZONE Ri to R2, ~AB84-348 Clerk McCluskey read Ordinance ~3916, with a reconmendation from the Planning Department to approve. #0164 · M/S/C/U/(Sturdivant/Pachek) to approve, on second reading, Ordinance #3916, amending the use and area maps of Ordinance 1792 upon application of rezone from R-1 to R-2 and subject to various requirements and other applicable laws and regulations for Higgen Rezone. Councilman Arno joined the meeting. PUBLIC RECOGNITION- 4:15 p.m. Jean Jackson, Chairman for the Mayor's Committee on Handicapped, thanked Mayor ., Dawklns for the additional handicapped parking spots. WAGE GRADE CHANGE - BUSINESS LICENSE INSPECTOR #AB84-350 Mr. Dave Hiestand gave a revised presentation on the need to increase the salary for Business License Inspector from WG-8 to WG-12. He reiterated that this is not based on the incumbant nor was he using Seattle and Tacoma for compsmison of duties or salary. He noted that additional information was provided by the City Treasurer, Leo 01ney, and the Business License Inspector, Janie Coberly. Statis- tics show that revenues would be triple that of the salary level of WG-12. He further stated that the job responsibilities and description has been updated twice since 1982 but not salary compensation change. Councilman Sturdivant stated a $2.14 hourly increase was substantial however if the data is accurate he would be in favor of such an increase. Councilman Johnson said that the possible or likely economic development of the area would warrant experienced personnel, able to deal with contractors, attorneys and businessmen and is in favor of approving the recommendation. Council President Anderson stated he had the Council Secretary call various cities and the job in the city of Bremer- ton cannot be compared because most other cities do not have field audits, police powers, etc. The request is not out of line according to Mr. Anderson. Councilman Pachek agreed to recommend approval because of the need for court experience and the job was entitled to a decent salary. #0537 · M/S/C/U/(Amo/Johnson) to approve the request for an increase in the Salary of the Business License Inspector position from WG-8 to WG-12. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT City Attorney gave a report on the Hearing in Thurston County on "Writ of Mandamus" regarding the city of Bremerton requesting that the State adjust the city's census count, taken April 1, 1984. Because the USS Constellation had just left port and the USS Ranger came into port approximately the third week of April, the city was not credited for the population increase which services will still have to be provided for the balance of 1984 and early 1985. Attorney Broughton stated that the Judge hearing the case was bound by the State Law and could not waive the Census date of April 1st. Mr. Broughton has spoke to the City Attorney of Everett and City Attorney Broughton suggested that the Council work with other cities such as Everett, Tacoma, Fife, etc. in lobbying with the Legislatures in Olympia to change the law by a joint resolution. He brought up a housekeeping article noting that the new City Auditor came to work with the city's knowledge that she needed a short vacation time to travel to England for personal business. He recommended that the Council grant vacation, under the condition that should she leave or terminate her position before she is allowed to pay back the vacation, it will be adjusted on her terminal pay. He prepared an Agreement to be signed by the employee and notarized by the city which will be brought before City Council at the July 18th meeting. Councilman Adrian join the meeting. City Council Reg. ~-'-. Minutes ~APPROVED DRAFT July 11, 1984 Page 3 of 4 ADVERTISING BUDGET FOR GOLD MOUNTAIN GOLF COURSE, #AB84-354 Mr. Court Prisk, Director of Fi~'ld Services, gave a presentation on projected advertising for Gold Mountain Golf Course and the reco~nendation from tNe Board of Directors to request City Council to approve the needed $14,000 from the Hotel/ Motel Tax F~nd. He indicated that the signs for 4 locations, (map provided) would cost approxin~tely $5,000.00; 20,008 brochures are estimated at $375.00 and 35,000 Chamber of Co~nerce booklets will cost $1,500.00. The balance of money will be used for media advertising such as newspaper and radio. Councilman Amo asked Mr. Prisk to restate the locations and inquired as to the involvement of the Visitor's and Convention Bureau. Mr. Prisk outlined the four sign locations as Hiway #3 going south from Bremerton To Gorst, Hiway #3 south from Port Orchard almost to Gorst, the 01d Belfaim Hiway (2-way sign) and a sign on the new Belfair Hiway. He said the City pays in approximately 75% of the Visi- tor's and Convention Bureau's budget but received only 10% return from his research. Councilman Johnson asked if 35,000 booklets will be enough. Mr. Prisk stated reprints would be available if supplies run out. #0705 · M/S/C/U/(Drouin/Pachek) to approve the request from the Gold Mountain Golf Course Poard of Directors to transfer $1'4,000 from the Hotel/Motel tax for the purpose of an advertising budget. Treasurer Olney was asked how much was in the Hotel/Motel tax fund and he stated over $300,000. REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR PURCPLqSE OF TWO (2) ~-DAVIDSON FXRP POLICE MOTORCYCLES, (2) CUSPP~kN SCOOTERS, #AB84-355. The Bremerton Police Depas~cment has requested a change in purchase of 2 Cushman perking vehicles and 2 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles per agenda bill request. Lieutenant Hatfield presented the request in authorization to re-appropriate line item balance remaining for the acquisition of only 2 Cushmans and 2 Harleys less trade in of two Harley Davidsons, currently owned by the City of Bremerton. Lieutenant Hatfield and Sergeant Bob Johnson gave a narmative of the projected use of motorcycles in the Traffic Division of the Bremerton Police Department, stating that only one of the three (3) cycles is usuable at this point. One Traffic division member was sent to Tacoma for a school and had the opportunity to evaluate the Harley-Davidson's vs the Kawasaki's perform~nce which the Harley proved superior in performance. The California Highway Patrol was contacted and they indicated tb~t 37 of their personnel tested the two cycles with only one patrol- man indicating a preference for the Kawasaki. Councilman Sturdivant asked why the request for the Harleys. Lieutenant Hatfield stated it out-performed the Kawasaki for Police type service. Councilm~n Amo asked how many bikes does the depar~ent have. Lieutenant Hatfield stated three (3). Mr. Amo asked what were the new bikes going to be used for. Lieutenant Hatfield said the personnel in the Traffic D-.'.vision will use the bikes almost 100% of the time regardless of rain, etc. with only extreme weather conditions when they would not be used. The advantages are savings in gasoline, easy maneuverability through traffic and performance over a vehicle. In addition they are used for civic functions and public relations. #1469 Mr. Bert Gegner, 934 Washington, noted many troopers with the State Patrol are using the Kawasaki motorcycle and maybe in future purchases the City could buy through the State Patrol contract for a substantial savings. Lieutenant Hatfield added that 4 officers are qualified and the depa~,h~ent is sche- duling future officers to train in the Traffic division so the motorcycles will get optimum use. #1532 · M/S/C/U/(Mosely/Pachek) to re-appropriate line item.balance #521-22-6410 rema_~ning from purchase of two (2) Cushman type parking enforcement vehicles, to pumchase %wo (2) Harley Davidson FXRP Motorcycles. This would include the trade-in of two (2) early model Harley Davidsons that are currently owned by the city of Bremerton. AGREEMENT WITH YMCA SWIM TEAM, #~B84-356 Pulled and tabled for one week until Risk Manager can review. MID-YEAR GENERAL FUND REVENUE ANALYSIS, #AB84-357 Discussion about mid-year General Fund Revenue with Councilman Drouin noting that with the new additional Business License Inspector, possibly the B & 0 tax will improve. Treasurer Leo Otney stated projected revenues are on target and his recommendation was to leave the Revenue Budget as it is for now. If at a later date it is obviously out of line Council can address it at that time. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes UNAPPROVED DRAFT July 11, 1984 -' ~ Page 4 of 4 CLOSURE OF 12th STREET - WARREN TO BROADWAY #AB84-359 The City Clerk read the agenda bill and noted that 12th Street was made one-way westbound by Council action on October 8,1982. Area residents objected and sign- ing was removed October 14, 1982. The east end of 12th Street was closed when the right turn lane was installed at llth and Warren. Upon meeting with area residents, they indicated they wanted the street reopened with one-way traffic west bound. January 4, 1984, Council again approved opening 12th Street. On June 14, 1984, a committee met with area residents again and the consensus of the group was to keep 12th street closed. Approximately 50 area residents were sent a letter to enable them to speak on this issue. #1746 · M/S/C/U/(Mosely/Adrian), after discussion, to approve continued street closure of 12th Street. LEASE RE~AL/FRONTIER E~fERPRISES FOR BATTLING CAGE, #AB84-381 Discussion on the Battling Cage lease renewal co~nenced with Councilman Johnson asking why the Council still has not received an audit report. He indicated he would vote for this extension but no further until he received an audit report. Councilman Homing entered the meeting. Coumt Prisk stated the new in-house city auditor has priorities and the only way we could get an internal audit at this point would be for the department to do it. Mr. Prisk said, to his knowledge, the city has only received one complaint since last summer and has heard many favorable comments. The present operation has users exceeding capacity and the owners of the equipment are planning to expand their operation. Revenue generated for the city amounts to $t00 - 200.00 per month, and this extension is only for up to September 18, 1984. Mr. Sturdivant thought the lease was late in the season and it was explained by City Clerk McClus- key that this was only am extension of the expired lease. Councilman Anderson feels there is a need for an audit and report at the end of the season and Councilman Amo was concerned as to how fees are handled. #2385 · M/S/C/U/(Mosely/Adrian) to approve an extension of the Batting Cage L~ase, up to September 15, 1984. COUNCIL REPORTS (cont.) Councilm~n Y~ro gave a sho~t report on the Adhoc Charter Co~nittee meetings stating they are on schedule and are now going over input furmished and on course. Councilman Pachek gave a quick report on the Golf Course Conmittee meeting and discussed advertising and signs when he met with the Golf-Pro and Mr. Prisk. Mr. Prisk stated that the Pro's projected figures are fairly accurate but as of July are running a little high. Councilman Adrian asked if the carpet was in and Mr. Prisk stated yes. Color theme is green with rust and beige with matching coordina- tion on the wall re-painting. He indicated that the Restaurant is doing a fairly good business and City Attormey Breughton suggested that the Council take time to go out to Gold Mountain for dinner. He thought it was very good when he recently ate there. Councilman Sturdivant stated he has heard good comments from both the public and regular users of the Course. They have indicated the City Council has attempted to i~rove the total facility and Council members are showing good faith. SIX-MONTH EVALUATION 0P CITY COUNCIL OFFICERS; CONFIRMATION OF COUNCIL PRESIDE~f & VICE-PRESIDENT, #AB84-353 City Clerk gave a verbal vote talley of the Council members showing 9 Votes sup- porting both Council President Anderson and Vice-President Adrian or unanimous approval by their fellow Councilmen. President Anderson indicated Councilmen were asked to stay for the Study Session at 5:30 p.m. With no furhter business ,meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m. KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, City Clerk City of Bremerton APPROVED: ART ANDERSON, President City Council KM:AA/cjs cc: Normal Distribution Files