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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES \~
September 28, 1983 ~
Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington
was held in the Council Chambers, 239 Fourth St., Bremerton, Washington,
Wednesday, September 28, 1983 at 5:35 p.m. with Council President Art
Anderson presiding. Also present were Councilmen E. L. Sturdivant,
Spencer Horning, Clyde Pachek, Roy Mosely, Phil Drouin, Bill Amo, Jim Adrian
and Russ Johnson, Mayor Dawkins, City Attorney Broughton and City Clerk
McCluskey.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and the invocation was
given by E, L. Sturdivant.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of September 20, 1983 and September 21, 1983 with corrections as
follows: page 3 pare. 4 to read "to have to the County Assessor by October
5th" and page 5 Public Safety Committee will meet first Thursday of each
month. AB83-515
B. Bid Call Request for Annual Goods and Services. AB83-516
C. Bid Award for Microprocessor System to Computer Connection as to low over-
all bid and specifications in amount of $5,407 plus tax. AB83-517
D. Bid Award for Ductile Iron Pipe to United States Pipe and Foundry as to
specifications and low bid in amount of $5.57 per foot. AB83-518
Motion by P. Drouin and R. Mosely to approved the consent agenda items A
through D inclusive with corrections to minutes of September 21, 1983 as
stated, carried unanimously.
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INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Claim for Damages from: James Cobb, Stuart F. Smith, Donald R. Diggles and
Clarice Meyer were submitted for informational purposes. All claims have
been sent to insurance and departments for reports.
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WARRANT REGISTER
Warrants audited and certified by the auditing officer 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 C. Pachek as of this date, the Council does approve
for payment warrants 12671 through 12842 inclusive in amount of $574,488.21
and warrants 12485, 12486 and 12843 in amount of $908.83, carried unanimously.
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MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Dawkins discussed Street and Water Departments sandblasting rusty
guardrails on Warren Avenue Bridge approach in preparation for painting.
Mayor Dawkins discussed opportunity by the City to receive 10 additional
Sec. 8 Renter Assistance Certificates from HUD, valued at $39,840. The Mayor
stated Colleen Donley deserves all credit for these certificates being offered
to the City.
Mayor Dawkins discussed the City's application for an EDA Grant for utility .and
street improvements in the downtown redevelopment area, and 6th priority
designation. The City will apply again next year.
The Mayor discussed conversion from PNB to private line by Bill Duffy and
subsequent savings to the city.
Bill Amo discussed condition of the guardrail at Sheridan and Lebo, and re-
quested improvements so this will be visible after dark. The Mayor indicated
he will check into this.
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PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Roy Lawson, owner of Last Chance Tavern, discussed comparison between utility
bills for his business and home and difficulty in paying the large bill for
his business. He discussed Water Department personnel checking for water leaks
at his business. A. Anderson directed City Administrators to check into this and
requested a report from Mayor Dawkins.
Douglas Downs, 1307 Poindexter offered to sell his "honeybucket" to Council
members. Mr. Downs discussed efforts to have his water turned off in protest
of the capital charges.
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Julie Flanagan, 309 S. Hartford, discussed her family's efforts to cut back on
water consumption and continuing increase of her utility bill.
Janet Martinez, 1308 Poindexter, discussed the method of financing the new
treatment plant, and urged Council to reconsider and go to a ULID.
Carl Flanagan, 309 S. Hartford, discussed increased cost to the consumer due
_ to the new wastewater facility.
Mary Lou Long, 2433 E. Phinney Bay Dr., discussed Charter requirements that
capital improvement project should go before the people for a vote. Ms Long
suggested a grand Jury investigation and reconsideration of the form of
financing, Ms Long discussed efforts to obtain documentation of cost comparison.
Ms Long discussed her refusal to pay capital charges om her utility bill.
Marshall Justice discussed sewer capital charges_and stated he will not pay
these charges.
Wally Miller discussed portions of report from the Central Puget Sound Council
ot Governments pertaining to EDS funds for streets and utilities and the City
proceeding with the downtown project. He suggested this.would eliminate sewer
assessments to downtown area property owners. Mr. Anderson requested copies
of the report for Council. Mr. Downs and Ms Long discussed the report and
Mr. Miller's recent dismissal from City government employment.
Flora Dee Walter, 1320 Bayview Dr., discussed her street being blocked to
traffic due to sewer constzuction, and inquired how long the street will be
blocked? Mayor Dawkins stated he will look into this.
Recess 6:30 until 6:45 p.m.
HEARING - APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL/STAR OF SEA AB83-521
Star of the Sea Church is appealing Planning Commission decision to deny
parking stalls in the required 20 ft. frontyard setback. One letter was re-
ceived stating no opposition to the variance if illegal arrows in the alley
indicating the alley is one way are removed. Mr. Drouin left the meeting in
response to Mr. Anderson's standard conflict of interest question.
Kay Wilson, Acting Planning Director, discussed Planning Commission Res. 691
and stated the only issue before Council is denial of the variance requesting
parking within the front yard setback. Special use Permit was approved by
Planning Commission. Ms Wilson discussed requirements for a variance; special
circumstances, preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right or
use which is denied to the property in question; will not be materially
detrimental to public welfare or injurious to property rights in the area, and
not adverse to the Comprehensive Pla~. Planning Commission denied the variance
based on the fact the proposal does not meet Zoning Ordinance requirements
for a variance, Sec. 1308.5(b).
Ron Van Hollenbeck, proponent discussed the hardship of the water retention
requirement contained in the Special use Permit, and opposition by a neighbor
to the wood fence requirement fo~ screening, and proposed a chainlink fence
with landscaping. Ms Wilson stressed the only issue before Council is the
variance, not the Special use Permit. Mr. Broughton supported Ms Wilson.
Mr. Van Hollenbeck discussed the many functions and activities that necessitate
the additional parking. Mr. Van Hollenbeck discussed the residential dwelling
purchased by the church and consideration to tear down the dwelling. Due to
emergency needs of short term housing, they decided against tearing down the
dwelling.
Mary Cox of Image Maker next door, objected to the solid wood fence as their
view would be blocked.
Dick Hurley, Athletic Assoc., discussed Star of the Sea's committment to serve
Bremerton at the initiation of the fund drive to build the multipurpose
facility in return for support from the business communityl He discussed use
of the facility by numerous groups. Mr. Hurley discussed parking problems
due to use of the facility and requested every effort be made to obta~_ex~-ra
parking.
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HEARING - APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL/STAR OF SEA CONTD
Mr. Van Hollenbeck discussed a letter from Ray Foley, Parks & Recreation Supt.,
attesting to the City's use of Star of the Sea multipurpose indoor facility.
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Jim Leonard spoke in support of granting the variance due to necessity of
additional parking. Dan Papono discussed zoning ordinance requirements for
a variance, section 1308.5(b). B. Amo agreed with Elanning Commission
decision to deny the variance. Discussion followed regarding the necessity
for additional parking and it was felt this is an extension of existing parking.
Motion by R. Mosely and C. Pachek to grant the variance, carried as follows:
7 affirmative, 1 opposed (Amo).
Recess 7:35 until 7:45 p.m.
Mr. Drouin returned to the meeting at this time.
ATTORNEY'S REPORT
B. Broughton discussed EDA Jobs Bill Grant and presentation made by Mayor
Dawkins. Mr. Broughton discussed utility relocation if the downtown redevelop-
ment project is completed. Mr. Broughton indicated these funds would not
relieve downtown property owners of sewer assessments. Mr. Broughton stated
granting of the application is based on the City moving ahead with the project.
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S SEMI-MONTHLY REPORT
Ms Wilson discussed an excellent presentation by Mayor Dawkins for application
of EDS Funds.
A. DowntOwn Redeuelopment: _Ms Wilson discussed presentation by the consultant
firm, data gathering, and steering committee input. They will be meeting
every Monday through October.to address various options and cost effectiveness.
Copies of the report are available in the Planning Department to the public at
cost.
B. Zoning Ordinance Up-Date: Ms Wilson reviewed Block Grant funding for
staff members to complete the zoning ordinance and map. She discussed recent
loss of staff members and subsequent halt of work on the zoning ordinance until
the project can be fully staffed. Ms Wilson stated a good start had been made
and the time was not lost. Mr. Amo discussed request to the Planning Depart-
ment to halt spending due_to the project being stopped. Mr. Amo requested a
breakdown of expenditures and inquired when this would be available. Ms Wilson
responded the information is available and. will be put in report form as soon
as possible. In response to an inquiry from Mr. Drouin, Ms Wilson discussed
the next. phase of downtown redevelopment project in terms of what is needed
to make it succeed.
ORDINANCE 3867 - DELETE COUNCIL APPROVAL REQUIRE~fENT AB83-451
Motion by J. Adrian and C. Pachek to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE amend-
ing Ord. 3653 in order to delete the Council approval requirement for music,
dancing or entertainment licenses, carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE 3868 - CHANGE IN LAND USE (SEATTLE REALTY) AB83-506
Motion by C. Pachek and P. Drouin to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE amend-
ing Ord 3682, J 1, relating to Seattle Realty fezone and land use restriction,
carried as follows: 8 affirmative, 1 abstention CAmo).
ORDINANCE 3869 - LEVYING MUNICIPAL TAXES AB83-507
Leo Olney, City Treasurer, discussed levying municipal tax yearly for operation
of the City. This year's increase is 22C per $1,000 assessed valuation; $11 on a
$50,000 residence. In response to Council's request, Mayor Dawkins read a re-
port regarding 1984 budget/tax cut. In summation, the report states he is
totally and competely oppos~ ~ to any cuts. R. Johnson, Finance & Budget
Committee Chairman, discussed review of possible cuts and possible alternatives,
and stated the committee supports the original ordinance. Ms Long discussed
increased revenues from increased sewer and water rates and questioned need for
increased municipal taxes. Council explained the utilities are separat'e funds
from general funds. Ms Long discussed number of new City employees.
Motion by R. Johnson and J. Adrian to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE of
the City of Bremerton levying municipal taxes against all the taxable property
within the city limits of Bremerton for the year 1983 and approving the assess-
ment roll made by the A~essor of Kitsap County, therefore, to be collected
in the year 1984, carr~ unanimously. Mr. Amo request statistics on new
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ORDINANCE 3870 - ADOPTING REVISED AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PL~ AB83-467
~ir. Adrian recommended adding number 7 under XI, Record Keeping as follows:
a) Number of complaints heard that year by staff coordinators.
b) Number of complaints resolved informally.
c) Number of complaints forwarded to hearing examiner.
d) Number of complaints resolved by hearing examiner.
Motion by J. Adrian and P. Drouin to pass on second reading, with additions
as recommended by J._ Adrian as stated above, AN ORDINANCE providing for
equal opportunity employment for the City of Bremerton and adopting an
Affirmative Action Program for the City and Repealing Ord. 3447 and Res. 1857,
carried unanimously.
AGREEMENT/OLYMPIC COLLEGE USE OF MIrNICIPAL POOL AB83-513
E. L. Sturdivant excused himself from _~he meeting at this time, due to conflict
with this issue. Report from Ray Foley regarding hourly operating costs of
the pool reflect a $20.50 fixed operating cost per program hour. Mr. Olney
discussed inctuding_.additionalcfacility costs bringing the fixed operating
cost per hour to $22.50.
Motion by R. Johnson and C. Pachek to approve the agreement for instructional
purposes with change of rate to $22.50, carried unanimously.
Motion by J. Adrian and C. Pachek =o approve the A.S.O.C. Agreement with fee
of $1.20 per student, carried unanimously. E. Sturdi=anz returned. to, ~he meeting.
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WATER RESOURCES STUDY/GRAY & OSBORNE AB83-510
Bill Duffy, Water Supt, discussed the need for further analysis and Bremerton's
three major water sources. P. Drouin clarified the issue of funds already
budgeted for this study.
Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to accept the professional services contract
with Gray & 0sborne, Inc. and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
said document, carried unanimously.
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A~MENT ONE TO CH2M HILL AGREEMENT AB83-498
Bob Card, C12M H/ll, discussed the amendment and new items that are required.
Discussion followed regarding insurance premium. Mr. Broughton explained
CH2M Bill is purchasing the insurance and the City will reimburse. Mr. Adrian
discussed a separate register for all wastewater project warrants.
Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to approve Amendment 1 to CH2M H_ill Agreement,
carried unanimously.
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SLUDGE GROWTH RESPONSE STUDY - UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON AB83-523
Don Proctor, Wastewater Supt., discussed future potential revenue to the City
resulting from the study.
Motion by C. Pachek and P. Drouin to approve the agreement for Sludge Growth
Response Study, carried unanimously.
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3RD HALLOWEEN RUN AND KID'S DASH AB83-524
Mayor Dawkins discussed the route involved and purpose of this event.
Motion by R. Mosely and J. Adrian to approve the 3rd Halloween Run and Ktd's Dash.
Mr. Drouin inquired about 'insurance coverage and expressed concern with the City's
liability. Mr. Broughton requested proof of insurance one week prior to the
event. Question called, carried as follows: 8 affirmative, 1 abstention (Drouin).
COUNCIL REPORTS
E. L. Sturdivant discussed Charter Amendment Committee study of feasibility of
voter pamphlet. Cost of printing pamphlets is a factor. They will meet next
Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. for further discussion.
P. Drouin discussed the administrative body continuing to work on the ]~ in-
come ordinance. The Wastewater Committee will meet Thursday at 9:30 a.m.
J. Adrian suggested items for the Monday, October 3rd study session be turned
in for placement on the ageride.
R. Johnson, Finance & Budget, read letter to Capt. Horn, PSNS, rqgarding de-
creased PSNS operations under a proposed 50-50 overhaul split between public
and private shipyards, and loss of water and sewer revenues to the City.
Mr. Amo discussed difficulties with Council making long range plans. Mr.
Adrian stated he has invited a PSNS representative to a study session.
Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
KATHLEEN L. McCLUSKEY, City Clerk