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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/17/83~0210 Tape 287 Unapproved Side I Min~te~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES ~9 January 17, 1983 ~O~ Special meeting was held Monday, January 17, 1983 at 7:Q0 p.m. in Council Chambers, 239 Fourth Street, Bremerton, Washington with Council President Anderson presiding. Those present were: E. L. Sturdivant Spencer Horning Clyde Pachek Roy Mosely Art Anderson Phil Drouin Bill Amo Jim Adrian Russ Johnson Mayor Dawkins Clerk McCluskey P. Drouin, Sewer Project Committee Chairman, stated these hear- ings are to bring this before the people to determine if the City should proceed with the proposed secondary treatment plant, and to explain the proposed facility and financing. Mr. Drouin stated the first hearing is scheduled for Monday, February 14, 1983 in the Great Northwest Bldg., at 1:00 p.m. and again at 6:00 p.m. for those not able to attend the afternoon session. Mr. Drouin introduced Bob Card, CH2M Hill representative. Mr. Card briefly discussed the project history and grants. He stated the current plant was built in 1947. In 1972 Congress enacted public law 92-500 requiring secondary treatment plants. The City has conducted studies to determine the most economical method of improving the sewerage system to meet its needs and the requirements of regulatory agencies. This plan has been approved and new facilities have been designed. The City has also applied for and been ~ a 50% grant to construct the facilities. Mr. Card discussed the Project Planning Goals, stating their goal is the most cost effective system. He discussed causes of pollu- tion; levels of treatment; primary and secondary treatment; com- bined sewer overflow condition and control alternatives. He stated the original law was not to allow any overflow, but now the law allows a 2% overflow. He discussed existing overflow locations and explained the difference between combined sewer and separate sewer. He discussed monthly rate comparison, stating an estimated average is $18.00 per month for single family and $9.40 for multiple family with rate inflation adjustor; approx. $28.00 per month in 1985 for single family dwelling. Mr. Card discussed Bremerton sewerage improvements with the proposed plan. Question: will hackup and flooding continue in the problem areas in Bremerton with the new plant? Mr. Card stated these problems might possibly be corrected but not by design. If the problem is on the land it is not corrected by this project. Question: If the new plant will not help the problem areas why should those residents have increased sewer bills? Mr. Drouin stated regardless of where a person lives the new plant will be used by them, and the law requires each user to pay for the system according to the service available. Question: If bills will continue to reflect how much water is used? Mr. Card stated they will, Question: Why is the rate for multiple family less than single family? Mr. Card stated multiple family rate is calculated on average consumption used during the winter months. In most cases, there are fewer people living in multiple family dwellings. It was emphasized that this rate is for each unit, and each family in the building will be paying this rate. Question: How much is the City paying for this project? Mr. Card stated it depends on construction cost, bond rate, and based on how much the Navy will be paying. City Council Meeting Minutes January 17, 1983 Question: what are the maximum rates? Mr. Card stated a conser- vative estimate is 10% greater or as much as 10% to 20% less. Mr. Card stated the design capacity is through the year 2000. Question: was a phased construction plan considered? Mr. Card stated this would not be cost effective because of loss of grant funds, higher construction costs, economic conditions. Question: When will the new rates go into effect? Mr. Drouin stated the new rates will be effective April 6, 1983. Mr. Drouin stated that we need to show intent, need to show earnest, other- wise we might not be able to sell bonds. Mr. Drouin further stated it isn't if the plant is built but when. A year from now this will cost twice as much as there will be no grant funds. The City received the final grant offer from DOE. Decision was to be made December 15, 198~. Due to the new form of government, the City was given an extension until February 1, 1983. If the grant money is signed for at the time, it will have an escape clause. He stated if we don't act now, we will find our- selves under court order. He stated DOE has the right to force the construction of a new plant. Mr. Card stated business will pay different rates dependent upon use. Users outside the City will pay more. He stated it is rare to go to a vote of the people on something like this. There was discussion regarding the effect of City growth on the project. Mr. Card felt it would be minimal. Concern was expressed regarding increased utility, garbage and property taxes and the effect upon. low income people of the pro- posed raise. Question: was the system used in Shelton considered? Mr. Proctor has seen plans but not personally toured. It was stated the cost was 1/3 less. It was suggested this plant be toured and a comparison be done. Mr. Proctor stated our design includes collec- tion, pump stations and treatment and Shelton does not. Questions were directed to Mr. Card regarding the CH2M Hill contract. Mr. Card stated that of the $18.00 charge 1/3 covers operations, 2/3 debt service. The 20% PILOT was discussed. Mr. Card discussed the physical changes that will take placer approximate 32 month to construction completion. Mr. Proctor discussed sludge disposal. Meeting adjourned at 9:5Q P.M.