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October 19, 1983 ~ ~ ~
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington
was held in the Council Chambers, 239 Fourth Street, Bremerton, Washington,
Wednesday, October 19, 1983 at 5:30 p.m. with Council president Art Anderson
presiding. Also present were: Councilmen E. L. Sturdivant, Spencer Hornlug,
Clyde Pachek, Roy Mosely, Phil Drouin, Bill Amo, Jim Adrian and Russell
Johnson, City Attorney Bill Broughton and City Clerk Kathy McCluskey. Mayor
Dawkins was absent.
The meeting opened with the Pledge o~ Allegiance and the. invocation was
given by Art Anderson.
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CONSENT AGENDA
Ms McCluskey stated item B on the consent agenda would be enactad separately.
A. Minutes of October 12, 1983. AB83-550
B. Request Authorization to Dispose of Surplus Equipment. AB83-552
Motion by J. Adrian and C. Pachek to approve consent agenda items A and C,
carried unanimously.
C. Bid Award Recommendation/Laundry Services. AB83-551
Ms McCluskey discussed receipt of one bid from City Hand Laundry, which com-
pares quite favorably with earlier quotations and is lower than current
contract prices. One bid was received late and returned to the vendor un-
opened. Recommendation is to award the contract to City Hand Laundry as to
specifications and price bid for a two year period. Mr. Johnson expressed
concern with receipt of only one bid and some depar.tments not being included
for laundry services. Ms McCluskey explained the Police and Fire Departments
receive a stipend for laundry and cleaning services, and therefore are not
included. Although the jail and animal control are not listed, they will be
included in the services. There was discussion regarding cost of living
increases. Mr. Amo expressed concern regarding which vendors the bid packet
was sent to.
Motion by B. Amo and R. Johnson to delay one week to gain addition information.
Discussion followed regarding a local.business submitting a bid, favorable
prices and concern with this being a legal bid. Mr. Broughton responded, if
required bid procedures were followed this is a legal bid. Mr. Johnson
spoke in opposition to a contract with an excalator clause. There was
discussion regarding Ctty's right to agree to increases and 30 day cancella-
tion clause. Question called, failed as follows: 2 affirmative, 7 opposed,
(Sturdivant, Hornlug, Pachek, Mosely, Anderson, Drouin, Adrian).
Motion by P. Drouin and S. Morning to award the contract for laundry services
for a two year period commencing. January 1, 1984 to City Hand Laundry,
carried as follows: 7 affirmative, 2 abstention (Amo, Johnson).
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PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Mary Lou Long', 2433 E, Phinney Bay Dr., discussed a recent editorial, and in-
quired "who made the statement"? Council directed Ms Long to make her inquiry
of the newspaper. Ms Long discussed a number of proposed charter changes.
Res. 1990 - Mayor stripped of certain veto powers, and limits on budgetary
issues. She feels the Mayor should have a strong voice on all issues.
Res. 1987 - Ms Long feels Council Members Protem should be elected from thei~
district. Mr. Anderson discussed the cost of special elections.
Res. 1988 - Ms Long spoke in opposition to the auditor being appointed by a
committee as proposed. She feels there will be no check and balance.
Ms Long felt there had not been a full open hearing on the proposed changes
prior to finalization. Mr. Anderson asked Ms Long to put her questions in
writing and submit them to the City Clerk. Ms Long requested her questions Le
placed on the agenda next week. R. Mosely and E. Sturdivant discussed a prior
special study session on proposed charter changes with input from residents,
prior to finalization of the resolutions.
(}wen Loftus, KC~ repr~aen~a~ive~ discussed. a senior citizen.~conference scheduled
for October 26th, 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Sheridan Park Community
Building, with Ralph Munro, Secretary of State as the keynote speaker. Mr.
Anderson stated he will attempt to acquire free bus service for senior citizens.
Leno Swanson, 2123 Shydot, stated Kitsap County received $11 million in veterans
benefits last year. Mrs Swanson inquired if Council has figures for low in-
come subsidy? Ms McCluskey responded it will be necessary to listen to the
tapes. This information will be available next week. Mrs. Swanson asked legal
counsel for clarification regarding a majority plus one to override the Mayor's
veto. Mr. Broughton explained the interruptation is a majority plus one of
tho~e Council members pre~ent.
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PUBLIC RECOGNITION CONTD
Douglas Downs, 1307 poindexter, discussed the amount of funds the school
administration has budgeted for water and sewer utilities due to recent
increases, and felt these monies are being diverted from students education.
Council explained they are not responsible for the school board budget.
Ron Trotman, 1740 Gregory Way, stated Council members are not the onl~ people
to make mistakes, and discussed ordering a refrigerator and receiving a
toilet and writing to request zeturn of his gasoline credit card and
receiving road maps.
Bert Gegner, 934 Washington, expressed concern regarding the Mayor Protem
issue if the charter change is not voted in by the people. Mr. Broughton
discussed his opinion, using first class and lesser class cities guidelines,
the Council President would assume the Mayor Protem position. He stated it
is unclear and therefore the proposed change. Mr. Amo discussed neighborhood
meetings as an appropriate time and place to discuss the changes. Mr.
Drouin discussed District 7 meeting and invited Mr. Sturdivant for purpose
of clarifying the changes. Mr. Sturdivant stated he welcomes invitations to
go before any group to answer questions on the proposed changes.
Mr. Amo discussed questions that have been submitted regarding the Waste-
water Treatment Plant and billings, and felt the list of questions should be
available to the public. Mr. Drouin responded the Wastewater Committee
will take the questions under advisement at their Thursday meeting, and will
attempt to have answers at the next Council meeting.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Claims for damages were submitted from Randy S. Olmstead, Pacific Northwest
Bell and Melvin Hamm. All claims have been forwarded to insurance and
submitted to appropriate departments for reports. AB83-553
CLAIMS AB83-554
Claims audited and certified by Darlene Hermann 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 J. Adrian asof this date, the Council does approve
for payment Retirees Payroll for October, 1983 in amount of $21,89.14, and
Salary Fund in amount of $285,431.21 and FICA in amount of $10,976.98 for
payroll period October 9, 1983, carried unanimously,
Mr. Anderson stated items 7B and 7G were removed from the agenda-
ORDINANCE 3871 - REZONE/CHANGE INLLAN~ USE .(.KITS~P~FED EMp.~RF~ITZUN~M~..&B~3~539 _
Motion by J. Adrian and R. Mooely to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE amend-
ing the use and area maps of 0rd. 1792, upon application for rezone to B-2, and
for change in land use restrictions and subject to various requirements and
other applicable laws and regulations, carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE 3873 - CHANGE IN LAND USE CONDITIONS & SITE PLAN (COOPER) AB83-541
Motion by P. Drouin and S. Horning to pass on second reading AN ORDINANCE
amending Ord. 3406, M 1, relating to rezone and land use restrictions, carried
unanimously.
ORDINANCE, lot Reading - DELETE PRIOR COUNCIL APPROVAL OF STREET & SIDEWALK
USE AND INCREASE AMOUT OF BOND AB83-555
Mr. Gegner inquired if this amendment will allow merchants to place merchan-
dise on sidewalks? Ms McCluskey explained the amendment eliminates prior
Council approval only; all other requirements remain the same. Mr. Amo felt
this could create some problems for the mall or covered area. It was stated
there is currently no mall. Discussion followed regarding increase in bond
amount from $300,000/$100,000 to $500,000. Mr. Drouin inquired if under the
current ordinance Council can legally deny an application that has been approved
by all City Departments? Mr. Broughton stated Council has the power to deny,
but may not have the right.
Motion by C. Pachek and J. Adrian to approve on first reading, AN ORDINANCE
amending Ord. 2961, B1, in order to delete the Council approval requirement
for conducting business on the streets and sidewalks, and to raise the bond
requirement. Mr. Gegner expressed concern that the appeal procedure may be
more difficult and more expensive. Mr. Broughton discussed intentions to
draft an ordinance with administrative guidelines on all these matters.
Question called, carried as follows: 7 affirmative, 1 opposed (Amo), 1
abstention (Drouin).
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ORDINANCE, lot Reading - CHA/qGE IN LAND USE/SEATTLE REALTY A883-556
Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to approve on first reading AN ORDINANCE
amending Ord. 3682, Sl, relating to Seattle Realty rezone and land use
restrictions, carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE, lot Reading - AM]ENDING ORDINANCES 3543 & 3546 A883-557
Motion by R. Johnson and S. Horning to approve first reading AN ORDINANCE
amending Ord. 3543 and 3546 regarding a change in land use restrictions for
the Kitsap Lake Business District, carried unanimously.
Recess 6:55 until 7:15 p.m.
AGREEMENT/TELECOM~ICATIONS SITE ACCESS A883-549
Dave Patmot, Cor~nunications Supervisor, referred to a memo from Court Prisk,
Manager Field Services, and discussed intent to lease a portion of City
facilities to McCaww Communications, with McCaww making capital improvements
valued at $4,132 in lieu of lease payments of $160 per month. The site
location is at Cheryl St. and Olympus Dr. on Water Department property. Mr.
Patmot discussed improvements and stated they will be for the exclusive use
of the City. Mr. Patmot discussed 1979 Land Lease Agreement with Western
Telecommunications, in which Western constructed a building for the City's
use. This agreement is to lease a portion of the building and antenna
mounting position on the tower. Mr. Patmot discussed existing problems with
receiving and transmitting at reservoir 12. With installation of equipment
by McCaww, receivers will be moved to the Olympus Dr. site. Mr. Patmot
stated_discussions with Western Telecommunications and the Coast Guard in-
diate they are in agreement with this proposal. He further stated if the
City's reception is harmful to the Coast Guard, the City will cease trans-
missions. Mr. Amo expressed concern regarding placement of lease monies,
and inquired if utility funds are being diverted to Communications. Mr.
Patmot responded funds ~ouldI not go to Communications as they do not benefit.
Police and Fire Departments benefit, Communications maintains the equipment.
Mr. Panmot stated land lease ~evenues go. to the Water Utitity~ hut this is
not a land lease. Mr. Patmot felt $160 per month for this site is very good,
and discussed $150 per month from the Gold Mr. lease. Mr. Broughton dis -
cussed five years term of this lease, and rent payments to start after full
credit of $4,132 is received.
Motion by S. Horning and C. Pachek to approve talecommunications site access
agreement with McCaww Communications, contingent upon receipt of a letter
from Western Telecommunications to the City Attorney assuring it meets with
their approval. Mr. Gagher'discussed interference of residents view in the
area. Mr. Anderson stated there will be no interference as the receivers
are extremely high. Mr. Drouin expressed concern with exclusion of CPI clause.
Mr, Horning felt $4,132 in advance more than covers CPI increase.
Question called, carried as follows: 8 affirmative, 1 opposed (Amo).
APPOINTMENT OF PROJECT ENGINEER A883-559
Ms McCluskey read a memo from Mayor Dawkins recommeding appointment of Mr.
Kenneth W. MacKenzie to the Wastewater Project Engineer position, and re-
questing confirmation by City Council. This appointment is also the re-
commendation of the Selection Cormnittee.
M~tion by B. Amo and P. Drouin to approve the appointment of Mr. Kenneth W.
MacKenzie to Wastewater Project Engineer position, carried unanimously.
EASEMENTS - SINCLAIR INLET/SEWER PROJECT A883-560
Motion by B. A/no and E. Sturdivant to accept easements from the following
individuals and have recorded. S. Fitz, E. Franco, M. Masher, E. Franco & C.
Cooper, S. Walum, Blomberg & Lents, J. Loidhammer & G. Lindsay, E. Buell,
L. Esser & J. Merkel, Bremerton Gardens, J. Monroe, W. Ludwig, and D. Genuit,
carried unanimously.
PURCHASE OF EASEMENT - BE_VDER PROPERTY A883-561
D. Baker, Project Manager, explained that Dr. Bender refused to grant the
necessary easement. When confrontedwith condemnation proceedings, Dr. Bender
agreed to sell at the appraised price of $6,000.
Motion by P. Drouin and C. Pachek to approve purchase of easement across
Bender property for appraised price of $6,000, carried unanimously.
RESIDENTIAL PERMIT PARKING PETITION/400 BLOCK OF VENETA A883-562
Parking in this area is restricted to 2 hr. maximum, which prevents any signi-
ficant impact by commuter vehicles. Therefore, Engineering Department re-
commends denying this request. Mr. Adrian requested clarification.
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RESIDENTIAL PERMIT PARKING PETITION CONTD
Allan Kane, City Engineer, discussed Ord. 3437 which indicates for an area to
be granted this permit, there must be evidence the area is impacted by
commutor traffic. Surveys show this area is not impacted by commuter traffic
due to current 2 hr. restriction. Discussion followed regarding intent of the
ordinance and purpose of residential permit parking. Mr. Drouin suggested an
additional survey. Mr. Sturdivant felt the church and school in this area
would not care to have this a residential permit parking area.
Motion by S. Homing and C. Pachek to table for one week to receive a re-
evalution from Engineering and have the City Attorney look into this ordinance,
carried unanimously.
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JOINT CITY/COUNTY BICYCLE COORDINATOR RECOMMENDATION AB83-563
Ms McCluskey read a letter from the Mayor's Advisory Committee, supporting
and encourage the continuation of BFAC, but expressing concern regarding
expenditure of City funds in this effort at this time. In conclusion, the
Committee cannot recommend funding of this position.due to severe budget constraints.
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Mr. Gary Lusk, Biaycle Conmittee Members, read a letter frSm BFAC regarding
past accompoishments and recommending hiring of a joint Bicycle Coordinator
between the City of Bremerton and Kitsap County. Mr. Lusk read RCW 47.30.050
Expenditures of paths and trails - Minimum amount, pertaining to appropriation
of funds spent from the motor vehicle fund, shall not in any one fiscal
year be less than ~ of 1%. Mr. Lusk discussed difficulties he has encountered
in receiving records pertaing to receipt of motor vehicle fund (gas tax).
Leo Olney, City Treasurer, stated the City does have records of how much
has been received from this revenue source. Mr. Olney felt this revenue
source is to be used for arterial streets. Mr. Amo requested the City Treasurer
supply information at the next meeting regarding amount collected and spent,
and purpose of expenditures. Mr. Sturdivant stated section 3 in the RCW
states may include comprehensive plan or master plan for bicycle trails or
paths. Bob Duffy, private citizen, encourage Council to consider gas tax as
only one source of funding, and stated all counties in the state set these
funds aside for bicycle uses. Mr. Dully agreed this should not be full time
position, but does feel if the bicycle coordinator is to be effectual, the
position warrants a portion of city funds. Dan Moore, Port Orchard resident,
discussed efforts of the committee to work with city and county to solve
problems. Nohel Barrett, discussed resurfacing of shoulders and bringing
grates up to street level to benefit bicyclistS, and feels this can be
coordinated through a committee. Discussion followed re~arding importance
of this effort and suggestion was made to table until response is received
regarding gas tax, but not to discuss funding due to budget hearings.
Motion by P. Drouin to table for four weeks. Died for lack of second.
Motion by B. Amo and A. Anderson to table for two weeks, failed as follows:
4 affirmative (Amo, Anderson, Johnson, Pachek), 5 opposed (Sturdivant,
Horning, Mosely, Drouin, Adrian).
Motion by E. Sturdivant and J. Adrian to wait until after the budget hearings
are complete and consider at that time, carried as follows: 6 affirmative,
1 opposed (Amo), 2 abstentions (Adrian, Johnson).
Recess 9:05 until 9:15 p.m.
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JOINT COUNTY/CITY JAIL FACILITY AB83-563
Mr. Anderson discussed meeting with county officials. Mr. Anderson suggested
postponing for one week due to placing on the agenda prior to ordinances readings.
Motion hy R. Mosely ana S. Homing to table for one week, carried unanimously.
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FOUNDERS DAY FOOD FESTIVAL AB83-565
Motion by R. Mosely and C. Pachek to approve use of Pacific Ave, Oct 22nd,
10:00 a.m. te 6:00 p.m., from Burwell to 4th with possible expansion to 5th
in coordination with Police and Fire Departments, for purpose of Founders
Day Food Festival, carried unanimously.
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COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS
R. Johnson discussed a letter from the U.S. Navy regarding task forc~ homeport.
Motion by R. Johnson and R. Mosely that the Mayor and administrative staff of
the City of Bremerton continue to perpetuate the longstanding reputation of
the City for support of and cooperation with the U.S. Navy by:
1) Formally reiterating Bremerton's support of the U.S. Navy.
2) Formally indicating the desire of the City of Bremerton to be designated as
homeport for ships of the task force to be assigned to the Puget Sound area.
3) Entering into negotiations with the Navy concerning supporting services for
ships of the task force; and
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letter relative to the task force homepotting proposal on October 26, 1983~
carried unanimously. Mr. Anderson commended J. Adrian and Ro Johnson for
their efforts regarding this issue.
P. Drouin discussed report of the October 13th Wastewater Committee meeting.
Pump Station #13 went out Monday afternoon and was reported out Tuesday
morning. Pump Station #14 has had a cutout switch install to eliminate station
14 continuing to pump when station 13 goes out. Mr. Drouin discussed clean
water and sludge treatment seminar on November 1st and asked that any interested
Council members attend. The Wastewater Committee is attempting to
arrange use of a c~cy vehicle for Council members attending.
E. Sturdivant discussed information booklet on proposed charter changes.
Ms McCluskey stated the cost will be less than estimated at the booklet is
7 pages. The booklets will be ready for mailing on Monday.
Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
KATHLEEN L. McCLUSKEY, C~k
APPROVED:
ART ANDERSON, Council President