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CITY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
JANUARY 12, 1982
Regular meeting of the City Commissioners of the City of Bremerton,
Washington was held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 239 Fourth
Street, on Tuesday, January 12, 1982 at 9:00 A.M. with Mayor Gene Nelson
presiding. Also present were Commissioners Bob Stewart and Tom Swanson,
City Clerk Kathleen Mandio and Assistant City Attorney Jim Sells. Also
present were members of the press and radio.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and the Invocation
was given by Mayor Nelson.
HINUTES OF JANUARY 5, 1982
~lon by~'~Issioner S~ewart and Mayor Nelson to approve the minutes of
~ahuary 5, 1982 as presented, carried unanimously.
NOTICES OF EMPLOI~ENT, CHANGE OFPAY STATUS REQUESTS, SEPAK~TIONS
Da~I~George Grant, Seasonal-Referee - Parks & Rec., $3.75 per hr. effect-
ive 1-9-82
Douglas G. Hostetter, Seasonal-Referee, Parks & Rec., $3.35 per hr.
effective 1-9-82
Richard William Bloechl, Extra Labor, Parks & Rec. $5.00 per hr. effect-
ive 1-9-82
Felix Mesa Reyes, Seasonal Referee, Parks and Reco $3.75 per hr. effect-
ive 1-9-82
Deborah S. Pickett, Sr. Guard to Program Director II, 3B to 7A, $5.76
to $7.08 per hr., effective 1~1~82
Charlene Burnette, Sr. Guard to Program Director II, 3B to 7A, $5.76 to
$7.08 per hr., effective 1-11-82
Ray Schweigert, Police Sergeant over 5, $12.65 to $12.77 per hr., effect-
ive 1-1-82
Ron Janisch, 5th Yr. Patrolman, Police, $10.86 to $10.97 per hr., effect-
ive 1-1-82
John Bates, Building Inspector, Building Dept., $11.70 to $11.81 per hr.,
effective 1-3-82
Scott Corey, Concrete Finisher, Street Dept., 9A to 9B, $7.97 to $8.21
per hr., effective 1-.1-82
Joe Hatfield, Sergeant over 5, Police, $12,40 to $12.53 per hr., effect-
ive 1-10-82
Delmer B. English, Detective over 5, Police, $11.70 to $11.81 per hr.,
effective 1--10-82
Tom Pearson, Service Specialist Sr., Parks & Rec., $11B to llC, ~9.61 to
$9.90 per hr., effective 1-1-82
Randall Cox, 2nd Yr to 3rd Yr. Patrolman, Police, $~.67 to $10.14 per
hr. effective 1-28-82
Judy M. Bailey, Data Entry Operator Sr., Data Processing, 5A to 5B, $6.29
to $6.48 per hr., effective 1-12-82
Ambrose W. Costello, Building Official, $12.62 to $12.74 per hr., effect-
ive 1-3-82
Walter Tom Steele, Jr. Extra Labor, end of temporary employment, effect-
ive 12-31-81
Richard William Bloechl, Pool Custodian, personnel reduction effective
1-8-82
Timothy Jones, Tra Help, General Facilities, terminated 1-6-82, end of
employment
Ronald Theodore Miller, Serviceman I, budget reduction, effective 12/31/8]
Ambrose W. Costello, Building Official, Retirement effective 1-13-82
Max Mara.ngi, Asst. Purchasing Agent, Service Retirement effective 1/29/82
C. W. Rinard, Firefighter 1st yr to 2nd yr. $7.10 per hr. to $7.51 per hr.
effective 12-27~81
Motion by Con~issioner Stewart and Mayor Nelson to approve the Employment
glips, Change of Pay Requests and Report of Separations as presented,
carried unanimously.
City Commlsslcne"s Meeting
Januar?.' ].2, 1982
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CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - Brian J. Peterson
~lerk presented claim for damages on behalf of Brian J. Peterson in
the amount of apploximately $7.00 for destroyed I.D. card. Discussion
followed in some cUetail and it was felt reimbursement should be made.
Motion by Comnissioner Stewart and Mayor Ne/.son to authorize reimburse-
ment for the destroyed I.D. card, carried unanimously.
APPLICATION FOR TAXICAB DRIVER LICENSE - Matthew Bernard Scott
C'l'erk presented am Application for Taxicab Driver License on behalf
of Matthew Bernard Scott with reco~nendation of approval from the
Police Department. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to
approve the application as presented, carried unanimously.
JOE MENTOR LETTER RE HYDROFOIL
Clerk read letter from Joe Mentor regarding encouragement in obtaining
the FRESH I hydrofoil as a tourist attraction for Bremerton. Mayor
Nelson stated he has contacted Joe Mentor and that things are progress-
ing to obtain the hydrofoil. Mayor NelsOn commended Joe Mentor for
his action in this matter.
NEW CITY ATTORNEY
Mayor Nelson stated he had received support and input from a steering
committee consisting of Danny Clem, Jay Roof and Bill Kamps in the
selection process for a new city attorney. Mayor Nelson announced
that Mr. William Broughton had been selected. Commissioner Swanson
stated he had met with Mr. Broughton and felt he was knowledgable and
ccoperative. Commissioner Stewart stated he had also interviewed
Mr. Broughton and was very impressed.
ADDENDUM AGREEMENT - STAR RENTALS
Clerk presented an Addendum Agreement for Star Rentals Permit Fee
reflecting an increase based on the cdrrent CPI. Discussion followed
and Commissioner Stewart requested some deletions in wording in the
Addendum and these were made. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and
Swanson to approve the Addendum to Agreement with amendment, carried
unanimously.
KCAP LEASE AGREEMENT
Clef]< presented Lease between the City and KCAP for the use of the
Smith School Building. Discussion followed and Commissioner Stewart
requested a 30 day termination clause for the City. He asked that
this be held one week.
COUNCIL ON AGING LEASE AGREEMENT
Clerk presented a Lease between the City and Soriano Brothers Investment
Company for space used by the Council on Aging Program in the monthly
amount of $250.00. Motion by Comnissioners Stewart and Swanson to
approve the Lease as presented, carried unanimously.
TIME EXTENSION - KITSAP/llth & WHEATON/SHERIDAN PROJECT
Clerk read memo from the City Engineer requesting cou~'6il approval for a
~3c0~day time extension due to a delay resulting from a misunderstanding
between the City and the Department of Transportation. Motion by
Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Nelson to approve the request for a 90-
day extension, carried unanimously.
City Commissioners Meeting
January 12, 1982
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Olympic Colleqe Bypass - Contract ~2088 -
U~a'l~"~i~"~"k,~]i'~r r~mmendinq accepting the project
as completed. Motion by Comlnissioners Swanson and Stewart to accept
the project as comp'i~ted as recommended, carried unanimously.
LID COST ESTIMATE - Alley Between Warren and Brc>adway -SoUth of 9th Street
C~[' read memo from ~iVy Engineer regarding formation of an alley
between Warren and Broadway, South of 9th Street, for an estimated LID
cost of $24,438. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to accept
the estimate and d~r~ the Engineering Department to proceed with
the LID, carried unanimously.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS PROPOSED GRANT APPLICATION -: BUS b~INTENANCE FACILITY
Clerk read memo from Grants Administration stating a Grant requirement
is to have a legal opinion submitted regarding the new buses. Motion by
Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to refer to the City Attorney,
carried unanimously.
KITSAP WAY RIGHT-OF-WAY STUDY
Clerk read memo fzom Planning Department with attached right-of-way
study and recommendations of action for council consideration. After
lengthy discussion it was felt that f~arther time should be allowed to
study this report. Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner Stewart to
table this report for one month, carried unanimously.
BICYCLE GRANT, ELIMINATION OF LOCAL SHARE
Clerk read memo from Planning Department requesting permission to
submit a grant modification to reduce the City's general fund committment
to 'the bicycle grant program and to use grant funding solely for the
remainder of the program. Discussion followed explaining the program,
Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner Stewart to approve the request
for'~bmitting a'modificat'.on to the Grant, carried unanimously.
SHERIDAN HEIGHTS ANNEXATION -10% PETITION
Clerk read memo from Planning Director regarding the Sheridan Heights
Annexation Petition. Mr. Attebery stated there was already a 75%
petition in the process for the area adjoining this request and after
discussion it was felt advisable to accept this petition. Motion by
Conmissioners Stewart and Swanson to accept the recommendat~'6~ of the
Planning Director as fol'lows: 1. Whether the City will accept the
mroDosed annexation. 2. Whether the City shall require simultaneous
adoption of a Comprehensive Plan, prepared in accordance with RCW 35.17.17]
and 35.17.178. 3. Whether the City will require the assumption of all
or any portion of the City indebtedness by the area, carried unanimously.
9:30 PUBLIC RECOGNITION - No presentations from the public.
OC STREET RUN
Clerk read memo from Capt. Brown, BPD, regarding the proposed changes
in the OC street run scheduled for 3-20-82, as well as his recon~enda-
tions. He stated these were the recommendatj. ons of the Police Department
only, that Street and Engineering might have their recommendations as
well. The recommendation of charging OC for the salaries of officers,
etc. was discussed and Comnissioner Stewart stated that we are supporting
the tourist business and felt this would be one of the larger attractions
!t1825 in the area, and the City should absorb the costs involved. Motion by
Mayor Nelson and Commissioner Stewart to accept the recommendations of
the Police Department with the elimination of the recommendation of
charging for the City's costs, and that a member of the race committee
assist the Police in d~termining when runners should be eliminated from
the race because they are dropping behind, carried unanimously.
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PRISONERS MEDICAL CONTRACT
~er~'~dl'~']fF~'~6Kj'ey Chief Shoemaker with a proposed basic
prisoners care contract specifications from Kitsap County Health
Department. Ik was his recommendation that this contract be accepted.
Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve the conhract
~ie[" the Kitsap County Health Department for prisoner basic health
care, carried unanimously.
CITY/COUNTY MUTUAL JAIL CONTRACT
Clerk read memo from Deput~ Chief Shoemaker with an updated Mutual
City/County Jail Contract to be implemented as a mutual trade-off to
eliminate certain cost obligations incurred in the past. Motion by
Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve the contract as presented,
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 1923'- RE EMERGENCY PURCItASE OF S~LT
,~ presented Rejo'~ No. ~923 declaring thak an emergency existed
and authorizing the purchase of salt for snow and ice control. Motion by
Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to pass the Resolution as presented,
carried unanimously.
ADDENDUM TO AGREEMENT WITH NATIONAL ADVERTISING COMPANY
Clerk presented Addendum to Agreement with NationalAdvertising Co.
which reflects the current CPI increase. Discussion followed regarding
the deletion of certain words from the Addendum as previously discussed
in the foregoing presentation of earlier contracts. Motion by Commissione~
Stewart and Swanson to approve the Addendum to Agreement as presented,
and amended, carried unanimously.
FIRE PERMIT FEES
C'~erk read memo from Fire Chief Meigs requesting changes in the present
O~.~ind~ce regarding fees for burning permits. Discussion followed regard-
the costs, senior citizen reduction fees and the possibility of stiffer
fines being imposed on violators. Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner
Stewart to eliminate all permit fees entirely. Under discussion,
Co~nissioner Swanson stated he felt that rather than eliminate all costs,'
that perhaps a reduction to $5.00 per year would be more appropriate.
M~Dtio~ carried as follows: Mayor Nelson no; Commissioner Stewart, yes;
'Commissioner Swanson, no. This will be returned to Council next week.
REQUEST FOR BID CALL - TIRES, TUBES & RECAPS
Clerk presented a request for bid call for tires, tubes & recaps for
city vehicles for the year 1982. Motion by Commissioners Stewart-and
Swanson to approve the request for b'l'~ call, carried unanimously.
COMMISSIONERS REPORTS:
CommiSSioner Swanson stated that the crews are returning to normal work
schedules and have also begun the Christmas Tree pickup program in some
areas.
Mayor Nelson introduced Mr. Bill Broughton, the new City Attorney.
Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner Stewart to appoint Mr. Broughton
diE~Xttorney effective Feb. 1, 1982, carried unanimously.
City Clerk Kathleen Mandio stated she had been in contact with the
Kitsap County Historical Society regarding the Navy Museum and she
is negotiating a written contrect and updated inventory listing.
City Commissioners Meeting
January 12, 1982
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.MRS:. W____altherine Taylor, 2708 Callahan Drive, welcomed the new Mayor.
She thca asked several questions reghrdjng the issue of the pending
charter change and Mayor Nelson discussed this mat[rer with her.
10:00 A.M. - City Attorney Terry McCluskey arrived to replace Asst.
City Attorney Jim Sells.
BILLS:
Mot~ by Co~issdoners Stewart and Swanson to approve Salary Fund for
pay period 12/27/[1 in the amount of $116,350.29; FICA for the same
period in the amount of $4,505.11; Salary Fund for the pay period of
$1-3-82 in the ameunt of $92,871.62; FICA for the same period in the
amount of $4,841.87; Special Voucher #28409 in the amount of $3,000
and regular vouch~-s 1!28415 - #28494 inclusive, in the amount of
$103,596.19, audi~d by Bob Dantini, City Auditor, carried unanimously.
Con~issioner Swanson discussed the situation of the Meadowdale Well
property and requested this be listed as an agenda item on 1-26-82.
Commissioner Stewart brought up the matter of the parking at Olympic
College and felt ~xe City should reach a decision on what we expect
out of the property. It was felt that a meeting in the near future
with officials frcm the College should be arranged by the Mayor's
office.
Mayor Nelson stated he had received a telegram from E.L. Creor of
ALTA Pet Services, that due to problems of locating adequate animal
shelter in Bremerten, they are forced to close their operations for
a short period. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to declare
a health and safety emergency exists and directing the Mayor
the authority to proceed immediately proceed to solve the problem,
carried unanimously.
10:30 A.M. - HEARING - PEDRO ZUNIGA - Application for Rezone R-1 to
R-2
Clerk stated this hearing had been properly posted and advertised accord-
ing to law. The applicant was requesting a rezone from R-1 to R-2 in
order to put a residential unit in the basement of an existing house
at 821 Cogean. It was stated that the Planning Commission had recentended
denial of the request on the basis of insufficient off-street parking;
and the Planning Department had recommended approval with conditions.
Forty-Eight ballots had been mailed with 15 returned in favor and7
against the project. Clerk read letter from Mr. Pearson who was against
the proposed rezone and a letter from Joe Mentor was .read in favor of the
project.
Mr. Attebery, Planning Director, addressed the council and discussed
the area of the parking problem. He stated it was the recommendation of
the Planning Department to approve the rezone, feeling that adequate
parking had been proposed in that two stalls were required and Mr. Zuniga
was supplying three.
#2483 Pedro Zuniga, applicant, 821 Cogean, addressed the parking and sewer
requirements. He stated he was under the impression there was an over-
sized sewer, 6", and felt that this would be adequate. He stated there
was another duplex unit in the neighborhood and the parking he was
providing was off-alley located and would not be creating an impact
on the commuter parking on the street.
MaryEllen Babbit, resident of the area, discussed the problems of the
sewer hookups and drainage in that area.
Con~issioner Swanson stated that it is no longer legal to have shared
sewer systems and felt individual lines were appropriate. He questioned
Mr. Attebery regarding enough above ground land use to accomodate
all requirements for drainage, etc. He reported that it was to be
developed as a daylight basement unit, facing the alley.
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January 12, 1982
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Z UN ICiA t{EAR [NG CONTINUED:
A1oti~ by Commis~oner Stewart and Mayor Nelson to approve the application
~fo~:'[jzone from R-1 to R-2 with provisions as set forth by the Planning
Department as follows:
1. This fezone is subject to the various requirenlents contained in
the Bremerton Area Plan, the Bremerton Zoning Ordinance, the Uniform
Building Code and other applicable laws and regulations. It is the
responsibility of the developer to assure compliance with the applica-
ble provisions contained therein.
2. The site shall be developed essentially the same as the site plan
.Labeled Exhibit "B" except as modified to meet conditions of approval
listed herein.
3. Any changes, revisions or additions which cons%itute a significant
departure from the approved site plan shall require approval of the
Planning Commission and/or City Council.
~. Installation of lateral sewer line, subject to approval by the
Engineering and Wastewater Departments,
carried unanimously.
11:00 A.M. - Scheduled discussion regarding Ordinance No. 3669
Amusement Devices and Ordinance No. 3670 regarding
Gambling Tax
Mayor Nelson opened the discussion by requesting that testimony be
limited to 7½ minutes and 2-3 minutes for rebuttal. He also requested
testimony be given in an orderly manner.
Don ireland, 120'8 10th Street, chairman for Disabled American Veterans'
presented petitions containing over 600 signatures in support of
gambling.
Wanda Butler, 707 Veneta, spoke against gambling, feeling people should
spend their money in other ways.
Ernest Kennedy, 712 Roosevelt, American Legion Post #149, discussed
possible better uses of funds obtained by the gambling taxes. He felt
the increase from 3-5% represented a 66% increase straight across the
board and felt this was unjust and unfair. He questioned the use of the
additional funds that would be generated by the increased tax.
Conmissioner Stewart agreed that the money collected has not been spent
the way it should have been. He felt if gambling were put to a vote
of the people, it would not be supported. He stated he had been con-
tacted by many people who were against gambling. He did indicate that
the small bingo games should not be penalized, feeling there was no
justification for it.
Ralph Rodgers, Commander of VFW, stated the total income generated by
his post in 1981 was $35,726 and in turn they donated over $31,200.
to charity projects. He felt if bingo and pulltabs were taken away
so would be the source of contributions to the various organizations.
Vernon Jobngen, Ted's Lunch, Park Avenue, stated bingo is a big social
event in Bremerton, people like to gamble. He stated that punchbeards
and pulltabs generate extra revenue necessary to establishments in order
to survive.
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GAHBLING & AMUSEM](NT OI~DINANCES DISCUSSION CONTINUED:
]ii{rt'~7 jens, 220~ ferry Avenue, stated he did ]lot feel there were many
i~{i'~jl. eltts rel.ating to gambling; that people will spend there money
one way or the oth.=!r the way they want to, that you cannot dictate
to individuals. Re discussed how closing down gambling will make a
reduction in empN~yment for many people. tie urged the City Council to
reconsider this increase.
~1028 James Bell, USN Retired, stated personal freedom was what our country
was rounded on.
Gerald Drumm, 6070 Chico Way NW, stated he was a pulltab user, drinks
had works in the Yard and feels he can to what he wants with his money.
}ie stated he was a good family man and his family has not been hurt by
his use of these devices.
Don Bryant, 2415 19th Street, stated he did not feel Commissioner Stewart
had done any prior research before enacting these ordinances.
Vernon Jones, Ted's Lunch, commended the police on their response 'time
when there has been problems, which have not been all that many.
Ralph Rogers, of VFW, talked about skimming off the top ~nd illegal
record keeping, stahjng he does not know of any organization that does
this. They keep good records.
Ron Seller, 1531 Crestview Drive, a tavern owner, stating they are not
getting rich in the business. Loss of gambling revenue would mean an
increase in the cost of a'glass of beer and this would soon drive away
business.
~1226 ~i'chaele Hosea, 1544'Elizabeth, spoke in support of bingo and the joys
and hopes it brings to low-income and seniors as a source of entertain-
ment and possible winnings. The loss of gambling would eliminate a
hope in their lives.
~!]_275 Don Ireland, talked about reference to skimming, and also the primary
use of the funds and that it should be modified. He felt there sheuld
be an advising agency for gambling operators, not just law enforcement.
He stated that most operators do try to stop or deter the compulsive
gambler. He felt the tax should be left the way it was until the need
could be proven that an increase was necessary.
Mrs. Joyce Sisk, stated she was not against gambling but feels it needs
~ighter control.
John The Baptiste,l1550 Fairview Blvd, questioned Commissioner Stewart
r'~garding funding of an inspector and stated he would like to be con-
sidered for the position.
Resident, 4910 Auto Center Way, talked about the use'and enjoyment
of the arcade machines used b~ the young people as a form of entertain-
men% ana challenge.
Commissioner Swanson stated he observed by the testimony which centered
around gambling, that the people were in favor of 9ambling and he did
not feel the tax increase would put a stop to it. tie felt to outlaw
would turn things once again into prohibition.
Commissioner Stewart agreed with the people today about how the money
should be used. Ile wanted to correct the mistake of includin9 small
bingo games in the increase and felt it should be restored'to the original
fees.
GAMI3LIiNG & AMUSEMI:iNT ORDINANCE DISCUSSION CONTiFNUI':I):
,~U "r~%il "'SF'OSil, i~5 ifjNnk'-V~'~warK'iC~]"FUll~S~'~'l-gj'['r~{Bl''I ~d Dunc. hboards
l:rom the operation of ~he City. ite stated if this isn't done, he
felt a vote of the people would take care of it. Motion died for
lack of second.
!~].680 Motion by Conunissioners Stewart and Swanson to amend Ordinance ~3670,
gji'.'(il~n l, to reflect a 5% tax on bingo receipts from the first
$10,000 and 10% over $10,000 as it was in the prior ordinance, carried
unanimously.
Commissioner Swanson stated the conm~ission did not realize the impact
the bingo tax had on a lot of charitable organizations.
Commissioner Stewart stated he feels we have had problems and cannot
justify the increase of the tax without an increase in enforcement.
Mayor Nelson stated that he would like to leave the ordinance as it
is and reconmended that a committee be formed, consisting of five
members of the conm~unity to supply information and review the situation.
He sta'ted that he intends to establish a gambling inspector position
to be funded by the tax money.
Motion by Mayor Nelson and Conunissioner Swanson to continue in full
force and effect Ordinance #3669 and #3670 as 'amended above, carted
as follows: Mayor Nelson, yes; Commissioner Stewart,/y~; Commissioner
Swanson, yes. ~
Meeting adjourned at 12:05.
KA~ILEEN L. MANDIO, City Clerk
7~NELSON, Mayor
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