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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/22/83 Tape _, Unapproved 36 ~ Minutes CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES ~ June 22, 1983 Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremer~Q~ Washington, was held in the Council Chambers, 239 Fourth~., Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday, June 22, 1983 at 5:35 p.m. with Council President Anderson presiding. Also present were: E. L. Sturdivant, Spencer Horning, Clyde Pachek, Roy Mosely, Phil Drouin, Bill Amo, Jim Adrian, Russ Johnson, City Attorney Broughton and City Clerk McCluskey. Mayor Dawkins was on vacation. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, and the invo- cation was given by Clyde Pachek. CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of June 15, 1983. AB83-323 B. Bid Award for painting of Police Dept. vehicles to Uptown Auto Rebuild in amount of $2,100. AB83-324 Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to approve consent agenda items A and B, carried unanimously. INFORMATION ITEM AB83-325 Claim for Damages from Angel Martinez in amount of $845 due to sewer backup on June 9th. This has been sent to department for report and insurance. CLAIMS/VOUCHERS AB83-326 Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer as re- quired by RCW 42.24.090, have been recorded on a listing which has been made available to the Council. Motion by E. Sturdivant and R. Johnson as of this date, the Council does approve for payment those vouchers as follows: 10855 through 11113 inclusive in amount of $333,527.81, carried unanimously. MAYOR'S REPORT #0060 B. Broughton discussed required Charter change to designate Mayor Pro Tem in the Mayor's absense. Mr. Anderson discussed revitalization of the dog pound issue and appointed Council Planning Committee to meet with the City Attorney and the Mayor regarding ordinance, site and finances. Don Proctor, Wastewater Supt. discussed the recent lateral sewer line break and proced- ures for repair, and estimated cost for repair of $15,000 if this had been the main line. ATTORNEY'S REPORT #0087 Mr. Broughton discussed Municipal Attorney's Conference of the previous week with emphasis on developer fees, rezone agreements and zoning ordinance requirements. Mr. Anderson stated item 9F had been pulled from the agenda. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Mike Caulfield, owner of Ace Roofing and sub-contractor on the Max Meigs Fire Station project, discussed job completion and City retainage of funds. He stated the Job was completed 10 months ago but his firm has not received payment. City Clerk discussed 5% retainage permitted by state statute and responsibility of the prime contractor to make payment to sub-contractors. Mr. Anderson directed Mr. Caulfield to discuss this with the City Attorney. #0490 Duane Christensen, Bremerton Police Chief, discussed statements of a previous Council meeting pertaining to police confiscating goods from Dave's Loans and clarified that of 39 items, all are accounted for except 5, and there is no record these 5 items were ever in the possession of Dave's Loans. WASTEWATER TREATMENT PROJECT UPDATE AB83-332 #0559 Dave Baker, Asst. City Engineer briefly reviewed Council's approval and subsequent execution of contract with DOE for 50% grant funding. Mr. Baker discussed the many meetings with staff and CH2M Hill and Foster and Marshall representatives. City Council Meet g Minutes ~ June 22, 1983 Page Two WASTEWATER TREATMENT PROJECT UPDATE CONTD Mr. Baker discussed recommendation of Foster and Marshall for bond sales and current bond market as being favorable. He dis- cussed permits and variances that have been received from the County, City and Department of Natural Resources, and easement requirements. He discussed 12 of 13 bids received averaging 26% below engineer's estimate, with current projected cost of $33,000,000. Mr. Baker discussed possible groundbreaking in late August. Mr. Amo inquired if WPPSS will .effect the project. Mr. Baker stated bond sales don't appear to be effected, but empha- sized the City should proceed as quickly as possible. Mr. Drouin discussed Mr. Baker's performance on the project. Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to commend Mr. Baker for his work on the project and accept this report, carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 3846 - PRE-COUNCIL SESSION AT 5:00 P.M. AB83-314 #0841 Motion by J. Adrian and B. Amo to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE amending Ord. 3204, Sec. 1, relating to pre-council session meetings, carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 3847 - COMPENSATION/JUDGE PRO TEM AB83-315 #0857 Motion by J. Adrian and S. Horning to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE amending Ord. 2030, Sec. 2, relating to compensation for Judge Pro Tem, carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 3848 - INCREASE PENALTY/CONVICTION OF THEFT AB83-316 #0875 B~t Gegner discussed mandatory fine and jail term, and signs that reflect Jail term for theft. Mr. Broughton discussed Jail term~as previously being eliminated with this ordinance reinstating the jail term. He discussed state statute for shoplifting and stated this ordinance pertains to petty theft. Motio~ by C. Pachek and P. Drouin to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE amending Ord. 3529 to increase the penalty upon convic- tion for theft, carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 3849 - UNLAWFUL ISSUANCE OF BANK CHECKS AB83-317 #1012 B. Broughton stated Ord. 3720 has no Jail provision and the City Attorney and Police Dept. feel jail term should be a provision. Motion by P. Drouin and R. Mosely to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE amending Ord. 3720 to increase the penalty upon a second or subsequent offense for unlawful issuance of bank checks, carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 3850 - INCREASE WATER RATES AB83-87 #1071 The Clerk read explanatory memo from Bill Duffy, Water Dept. Bert Gegner requested an accounting of expenditures of funds from last years timber sales. Mr. Johnson discussed utilities operation. Leo Olney, City Treasurer discussed payment in lieu of taxes. Mr. Amo discussed sources of income to operate the City. Mary Lou Long suggested publication of the City's budget. Chuck McKidrick discussed seeking new industry to provide a wider tax base. Bert Gegner agreed that the budget should be published. The Clerk stated a summary budget is published, it would be too costly to publish the entire budget. Mr. Olney stated both libraries have copies of the budget. Motion by R. Mosely and C. Pachek to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE repealing Ord. 3802, and amending Ord. 3575 regarding minimum water rates, carried unanimously. Recess 6:35 until 6:45 p.m. HEARING - CHANGE IN LAND USE RESTRICTION/J. P. HAJEK AB83-326 #1732 Clerk stated this is a change in land use restriction request by Mr. Hajek, south side of 6th St., approximately 200 ft. west of Naval Ave. This was advertised and posted as required. No correspondence was received. Mr. Anderson inquired if any Council member had a conflict of interest, or if the public feels any Council member had a conflict of interest? Mr. Amo discussed being on the Planning Commission when the original rezone was heard. B. Broughton inquired if the issues are similiar? Mr. Amo stated they are, but he didn't remember details. Mr. Broughton inquired if Mr. Amo has a pre- City Council Meeting Minutes June 22, 1983 Page Three HEARING - HAJEK CHANGE IN LAND USE RESTRICTION CONTD conceived opinion and if he can consider this without conflict? Mr. Amo stated he feels he has no conflict of interest. Mr. Anderson asked Mr. HaJek if he had objections. Mr. Hajek stated he did not. Mr. Amo remained for the hearing. Kay Wilson, Asst. Planner discussed the site location and request for 2 connecting one story buildings and 2 driveways for entry and exit, neither atigned to drives across 6th St., with parking in the rear. Proposed uses of the buildings are photography studio and hot tub/spa sales. Ms Wilson discussed parking require- ments with 27 stalls proposed, and screening. Fence, wall or hedge required along the west and south property lines. Ms Wilson discussed department and advisory group reports. Engineerin~ Dep~: Curb cuts for driveways must be wider than shown on plan. Ms ' Wilson discussed general conditions 1 through 6 as shown on Exhibit "A" attached. Ms Wilson discussed conclusions supporting approval: Proposed use is consistent with Bremerton Area Plan policy provided: use is limited to lower intensity business, access is controlled to promote safe traffic patterns, adequate parking is proVided, effective screening, control storm water drainage, signing is limited to prevent strip commercial character and lighting will not directly illuminate hereby residents. Charles Gilman, architect for Mr. Hajek, discussed plans for 2 one story building with adequate parking in the rear and screening, and stated he feels it is a good plan. David Townsend, 2130 5th St., spokesman for the neighborhood dis- cussed his concerns that conditions do not specify one story buildings, unattractive 5 ft. wall, and conditians that one sign only be allowed per building. Discussion followed regarding possibility of decorative wall with additional expense shared be- tween the proponent and property owners. Mr. Gilman strongly objected to asking his client to beautify the wall. Brooks Snyder discussed the narrow driveways and possibility of traffic hazard. Discussion followed regarding right turn only onto 6th St. Tape Ms Wilson stated this can be made a condition and discussed width 37 of driveways as 24 ft, some driveways are only 10 ft. and felt this is not a problem. Discussion followed regarding restricting hours of the businesses. Mr. Drouin discussed businesses on 6th St. that are open late hours and 24 hrs. B. Broughton stated some neighboring residents received notice this day and requested a 30 minute recess for their benefit. RESOLUTION NO. 1976 - OPENSPACE PARK & RECREATION PLAN AB83-327 #0448 Ray Foley, Parks Supt. discussed 1977 Openspace Park & Recreation Plan and I.A.C. requirements that the plan be updated every 5 yrs. to insure funding eligibility for acquisition and development projects. Currently the City's eligibility has expired. He dis- cussed the plan as being regarded as a general guide, reasonably specific as to immediate stages of development and broadly suggestive as to physical and financial planning for future years. Due to limited staff no significant developments have occurred. The plan should serve as a general guide for another five years. Motion by R. Mosely and J. Adrian to pass RESOLUTION re-adopting the 1977 City of Bremerton Open Space Park and Recreation Plan and directing a copy to be forwarded to State of Washington Inter- agency Committee for Outdoor Recreation, carried as follows: 8 affirmative, 1 abstention (Johnson). HEARING - CONTD Mrs. Eaststand and Bob 01msted, 5th St. residents spoke in suppart of the proposed project. Mr. Townsend spok~ in support of the project with exception of concerns he discussed earlier. Motion by E. Sturdivant and R. Mosely to approve the change in land use restriction as requested with general conditions 1 through 6 as recommended by the Planning Commission and addition of #7 condition to state that "One story buildings only be permitted"~ Mr. Amo asked the motion and second be amended to limit hours. Motion and second were not amended. Question called, carried unanimously. Recess 7:55 until 8:05 p.m. City Council Meetil~g Minutes June 22, 1983 Page Four RESOLUTION NO. 1977 - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AB83-334 #0982 Mr. Johnson thanked staff for working closely with the Committee. Motion by R. Johnson and B. Amo to adopt A RESOLUTION Requiring the establishment of a Capital Improvement Program for the City of Bremerton. B. Broughton discussed department head concerns with monthly reports and requested reports be quarterly. Amended motion and second to read "monthly status reports be provided for first 90 days, thereafter quarterly". Question called, 8 affirmative, 1 abstention (Mosely). PURCHASE OF LAND/PUMP STATION #3 - ANDERSON COVE AB83-328 #1220 Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to approve the expenditure of ~-7,000 for the purchase of parcel of land to allow construction of pump station #3, carried unanimously. CONFIRMATION OF BUILDING OFFICIAL AB83-329 #1304 Motion by R. Mosely and R. Johnson to approve appointment of Mr. Jeffrey L. Gagnes as the City's Building Official effective July ~, 1983, carried unanimously. ADDITION OF FIREFIGHTER POSITION AB83-330 #1379 Bill Meigs, Bremerton Fire Chief, discussed the need for a medical officer to work regular 5 day week, which will require an addi- tional firefighter. Chief Meigs discussed the increase in calls in the last year, and stated Bremerton is the only department in the county with paramedics but no medical officer. Chief Meigs stated this position has been budgeted for this year~ and funds are available. The Chief discussed the advantages of having a medical officer who can double as a paramedic. Mr. Drouin dis- cussed the voters passing a levy supporting the medical program. Discussion followed regarding funds for this position. Mr. Olney stated these funds are included in the general fund. Discussion continued regarding balanced budget and possible cuts. Mr. Adrian discussed budget change ordinance, and tabling until City Treasurer prepares this ordinance. Motion by P. Drouin and R. Mosely to approve position of one additional firefighter, failed as follows: 6 opposed, 3 affirmative, (Drouin, Mosely and Pachek). Motion by J. Adrian and S. Horning to table until the Mayor and City Treasurer can prepare budget change ordinance, carried as follows: 8 affirmative, 1 opposed (Drouin). FLEET OPERATIONS COORDINATOR POSITION AB83-331 #2385 Due to closure of Equipment Rental a need exists for a position that will coordinate City's total maintenance and service program and administer maintenance contracts. This position will be under the supervision of the Field Service Director. Discussion Tape followed regarding transfers without addition personnel. Clerk 38 explained there are 3 employees, Equipment Rental will be cut to one, which will result in a savings. Motion by J. Adrian and C. Pachek to approve establishing a register for this position but not be filled until after budget change ordinance is reviewed, carried as follows: 8 affirmative, 1 opposed (Amo). Mr. Amo supported proceeding with the hire with 'no restrictions. WAREHOUSE DISMANTLING & STORAGE AB83-333 #0120 D. Proctor discussed the immediate need to dismantle and store the warehouse structure which is located at the site of the new Sewer Treatment Plant, so construction may start in August. This will be accomplished by City crews~ at an estimated cost of $8,500. Motion by R. Mosely and P. Drouin to authorize Wastewater Facilities to proceed with the dismantling, transport and storage of warehouse structure components, carried as follows: 8 affirmative~ 1 abstention, (Amo). COUNCIL REPORTS ~ Stu'rdiva'nt reported the Charter Amendment Committee will Tuesday, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council offices. S. Homing reported on Planning Committee meetings which regularly take place at 6:00 a.m. C. Pachek discussed tour of CH2M Hill headquarters and encouraged all Council member to take this tour. City Council Meeting Minutes June 22, 1983 Page Five COUNCIL REPORTS CONTD R. Johnson reported the Finance and Budget Committee meeting will be Tuesday, approximately 6:30 p.m. following Planning Committee meeting. P. Drouin discussed Wastewater Treatment project meetings with CH2M Hill and will have comprehensive report soon. Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. KATHLEEN L. McCLUSKEY, City Cl~rk APPROVED: ART ANDERSON, Council President EXHIBIT "A" contain,ed in the Brenlert::n ~r_o , ~,, ~,,e ~remerton Zoning Ordinance~ the '- ,~, ~ ~nd regulations, is Uniform Bui~in~ Cede ~n~ ,~ther ap~)l~c~le laws des b. Storm water drainage facilities as required by the Enqineering Depar~ent. c. Landscaping/screening as follows: (1) Along Sixth Street: An area no less than ten feet wide planted with a mix of evergreen and deciduous plantings including livinq trees, shrubs and ground covers. Plantings of shrubs and ground covers shall be chosen and spaced to result in a covering of ~he landscape strip within three years. Shrubs shall be of a type that do not exceed a height at maturity of approximately four feet. Trees shall be planted at intervals of no qreater than thirty feet on center, with no more than thirty percent being deciduous. Deciduous trees shall have a minimum trunk diameter of one and three quarter inches at time of planting. Evergreen trees shall be a minimum of four feet tall at time of planting. (2) Along South (Rear) Property Line: A solid masonry wall no less than six feet high to provide an effective sight and sound barrier. (3) Along West (Side) Property Line: A solid masonry wall or wood fence no less than six feet hi~ o~ a. dense evergreen hedge planc_d t~ achieve solid screening within 3 years to provide an effective signt barrier, (4) Along East (Side) Property Line: Plantings to produce a visual barrier at least three feetA,in,,) height in the ]andscape areas shown on the site plan (Exhibit within three years. (5) The above requirements s~l-1 be modified as necessary to meet Engineering Depar~ent requirements for clear sight from drive- ways. d. Signs limited as follows: a. One sign only s~ll be allowed per structure which sign shall either be free standing or mounted on the face of the building and no higher than the roofline of the building. b. Signing shall be limited to the names of the buildings or uses on the site and supplementary co~ercial information regarding those buildinns or uses. ~, ~t~Z~ pe*k~n~ ,bm11 be provided consistent with the Bremerton Planning Department Co~issioner's 1981 adopted Bicycle Parking Standards. Prior to Issuance of Final Occupancy Permit: 5. Lighting shall be installed so as not to directly illuminate any resi- dentially used property. 6, The developer shall comply with all requirements listed above. 7. One story buildings only shall be permitted,