HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/29/82 Tape #264 [,J1JL 6 1982
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JUNE 29, 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, Tuesday, June 29, 1982 at 9:00 a.m. with
Mayor Gene Nelson presiding. Also present were Commissioners Bob
Stewart and Tom Swanson, and City Clerk Kathleen Mandio.
The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and the Invo-
cation was given by Pastor Robertson of the Emmanuel Apostolic
Church.
MINUTES OF JUNE 22, 1982
Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve the minutes
of 6-22-82 as presented, carried unanimously.
NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT, CHANGE OF PAY STATUS, SEPARATION
Mark J. Lippy, Animal Control Officer, Executive, $7.21 per hr.,
effective 6-23-82
Mighael D. McKinley, Firefighter V to Fire Prevention Officer, Fire,
$13.13 per ~r., effective 6-21-82
John Sutton, Detective IV to Deto V, $12.16 to $12.45 per hr.,
retroactive to 6-27-81
john Sutton, Detective V at $12.45 per hr., to Det. V/Over + 1%
longevity = $12.57 per hr., effective 6-27-82
Linda Thornburgh, Office Help, Clerks, End of Temporary Employment
effective 6-28-82
Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve the Notice
of Employment, Change of Pay Status and Separation as presented,
carried unanimously.
KCAP PROPOSAL RE CETA YOUTH PROGRAM
Larry Eyer, Director of KCAP, discussed with Council the proposal
~1323 of CETA Youth Program for the period of October 1, 1982 through
September 30, 1983. They are proposing several projects within the
City, beautification across from the Ferry Terminal as well as
proposed construction and installation of bus benches in areas
utilized by seniors. Commissioner :Swanson spoke in support of the
program, stating it enabled many persons to learn skills not other-
wise presented to them. Commissioner Stewart stated that any mater-
ials used in the construction of bus benches should be charged to
Transit Fund. Mayor Nelson supported the proposal and asked
Commissioner Swanson to be the City Coordinator, which he accepted.
Motion by Mayor Nelson and Conunissioner Swanson to endorse the pro-
posed CETA Youth Program, carried unanimously.
~1508 DATA PROCESSING REQUEST RE BURROUGHS SOFTWARE & SCHOOL
Steve Perry, Data Processing Manager, stated he had been investiga-
ting an improved program for the DP equipment and was asking approval
to pursue investigation by sending a programmer to school in Atlanta,
Georgia as well as enter into contracts for purchase of the new
LINC program. Cost of school would be $4,000; the cost of the LINC
package would be approximately $60,000 and cost to increase the Core
size would be $6300. It was stated that a program would be supplied
to the programmer attending the school and that if the City decided
to cancel the contracts, the cost of the school wonld be only $2000
and the new program would still be provided. Discussion followed
in great detail regarding documentation of purchase and biddable
items. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve
the contracts as presented, carried unanimously.
City Commissioners Meeting
June 29, 1982
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REGIONAL LIBRARY
Mayor Nelson stated a study meeting had been held regarding the
Regional Library Contract. The Library budgeted figure for the
year of 1982 was $273,502 and the City's budgeted figure was
$250,000, a difference of $23,502. A solution was needed to resolve
the difference and several options were discussed.
Irene Henninger, Kitsap Regional Library, discussed an option of
deferred payment until 1983, stating it would have to be approved
by the Board prior to acceptance.
Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner Swanson to defer the pay-
ment of $23,502 until 1983 and to meet contractual figures for
1983 as agreed, not to exceed the rate established by the County.
Discussion followed and Commissioner Stewart indicated he feels
the County is growing faster than the City; he would not be willing
to obligate the City to the same rate. Discussion followed and
the Second was withdrawn, as well as the Motion. Motion by Mayor
Nelson and Commissioner Stewart that the $23,502 owned in 1982
be deferred for payment in 1983, if the Library Board concurs,
carried unanimously. Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner Swanson
that the 1983 payment to the Library not exceed the percentage
paid by the County. Commissioner Stewart stated he did not want
to vote on 1983 Budget amounts until we begin the budget process.
Call for the Question: Mayor Nelson, yes; Commissioner Stewart, no,
Commissioner Swanson, yes.
#2409Mary Lou Long, stated the Library is open to everyone and what
about membership fees. She felt it was premature to negotiate
for the future and agreed with Commissioner Stewart. She did not
approve of this contract.
#2449 10:00 A.M. PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Tim O'Brien, Highland Avenue, property owner adjacent to construction
site of the Sexton Bldg. on Highland Ave. He discussed in some
detail the change in site plan which had occurred as well as soil
erosion and vegetation stripping, which he felt were in violation
of the granted rezone. Also discussed in some detail was the lack
of storm water retention at the site.
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0010 Allan Kane spoke regarding stipulations that had been placed on this
project regarding interim storm water drainage facilities, stating
they were not in compliance at this time.
Commissioner Swanson indicated that investigation would be under-
taken and if necessary a stop work order be issued until the project
is in compliance.
#0483 Mary Lou Long, stated the new City Charter is under legal assault
and wished to know what position the City Council would be taking
in this issue. She felt the problem of redistricting should be
left to the County Auditor's Office. She wanted to go on record as
being very upset about this action and would be at the County Court
House Friday to learn the outcome.
Mayor Nelson stated he would also be at the Court House on Friday
to see what decision would be handed down regarding this issue.
He stated we would continue in our efforts of support to the Charter
change until further notice was given.
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June 29, 1982
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PUBLIC RECOGNITION CONTINUED:
R. Jandzinski, stated he had submitted a petition to hire a CETA
employee and now was asking for Council approval to hire this lady
for 2-3 months at an hourly rate of $4.00 per hr until CETA funding
became available in October. Mayor Nelson stated he was not aware
of this and advised him to see the Department Head then discuss the
matter with him, rather than coming directly to council.
#0798 Brooke Snyder, 416 S. Lafayette, stated he felt BACON has lost a
great deal of credibility with the City over their politcal endorse-
ments over the past and urged Council recognition that it ha~ not
been their fault.
Mr. Snyder also discussed a problem he was having with a construction
project next door to his home. He was advised that this was a civil
matter and that at this point, there was nothing the City could do
to intervene.
Mary Lou Long--, asked Council if they had investigated the issue that
BACON name had been fraudulently used.
Mayor Nelson replied if this were the case, the ads should have been
withdrawn otherwise it implied consent of the organization
RECESS 11:13 - 11:20 A.M.
HEARING: Water Rate Increase
Clerk read AN ORDINANCE amending Ordinance No. 3446, S. 2 (Water
Rate increase) for second reading.
Mayor Nelson opened the hearing for public testimony.
Brooke Snyder, discussed how he felt this increase would develop
into a hardship for the elderly. He felt the increase should be
placed on the excessive user. Commissioner Stewart replied we have
had a senior citizen discount for years and that is also included
again in this increase.
Commissioner Swanson discussed water conserving measures recently
taken by many laundromats and grocery stores.
Motion to pass on second reading, carried as follows: Mayor Nelson,
yes, Commissioner Stewart, yes, Commissioner Swanson, yes.
#1742 TWIN LAKES PUMPING STATION
Clerk read memo from Water Supt. setting forth the total charges
involved for installation of the pumping station at Twin Lakes to
be used for irrigation purposes at Gold Mountain Golf Course. Total
estimate was $25,697.65. Commissioner Stewart feels we should proceed
on this asset. Commissioner Swanson stated he is testing some
water extender product and possibly this would be added to the water.
Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve the charges
and proceed with the project, carried unanimously.
Problems of soil and drainage were discussed and Commissioner Swanson
indicated he had been in contact with the consultant who had worked
on the original contract and would be receiving an opinion from him.
Brooke Snyder, stated the golf course was another example of urban
sprawl. Who was paying for this, the users or the taxpayers.
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June 29, 1982
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BID AWARD - VARIOUS WATER WORKS MATERIALS
#2000 Clerk read memo from Water Supt. recommending bid award of the
various water works materials as follows: Items 1,2,3,4,5,6, and
7, to H.D. Fowler; Item 8 to Hind's Supply; Item 9 to Western
Utilities; and Item 10 to Pacific Water Works. Motion by
Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Nelson to approve the bid awards as
presented, carried unanimously.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CONTRACT - TELEMETRY
Clerk read memo from Water Supt. requesting City Council re-evaluate
the award of the City force account work for the revision of the
Water Utility's leased telephone line circuits due to escalated
budget costs from $2500 to approximately $7940;and award the contract
to Stead & Baggerly Inc., who state their fee will remain at the
$2500 level.
Chuck Moore, stated that when Communications Dept. bid on the
job that their bid was only $2500, then added in materials and
equipment, increased the cost beyond the bid amount.
Commissioner Stewart asked if Mr. Patmon had a chance to respond
to this and asked that it be held over for one week, and Mr. Patmon
notified.
1982-83 SHORELINE GRANT
Clerk read memo from Planning Director requesting approval of the
#2053 1982-83 Shoreline Grant Contracts with the State Department of
Ecology. The grant which is 80% reimbursable covers mainly salaries
of city staff from all departments who are involved in shoreline
activities. Our local share is approximately $3450 and will mainly
come from in-kind staff time. Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner
Stewart to approve the Grant Appl~ions as presented, carried
unanimously.
OUTSIDE SEWER AGREEMENT - DAUGHERTY
Clerk read a memo with attached application for sewer connection
for property on Burwell, between Dora and Bertha Avenues. The
request meets all stipulations for outside hookup and approval was
recommended. Allan Kane, City Engineer, stated this hookup request
would not be in volation of the State moratorium. Motion by
Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to approve the request as submitted
carried unanimously.
OUTSIDE SEWER AGREEMENT - KIMBALL
Clerk read a memo with attached application for sewer connection
for property outside the City limits located at the SE corner of
Rickey Road and Sylvan Way. This request is affected by the
present State moratorium and it was reconunended it be held until a
decision is receivedfrom the State. Allan Kane stated he felt an
opinion should be forthcoming by the end of the week from the DOE.
RIGHT OF WAY VACATION - VETTER
Clerk read memo from City Engineer with attached declaration of
vacation for a roadway and alley that has not been used as public
access, pursuant to the laws of the State of Washington, 1889-90,
Chapter 19, Section 32, Pge 603. Motion by Commissioner Swanson
and Mayor Nelson to approve the request, based on the City Attorney's
approval, carried unanimously,
~2269 VENDOR AGREEMENT - COCA COLA BOTTLING CO.
Clerk presented Vendor Agreement with Coca Cola Bottling Co. for
installation of vending machine and sale therefrom. There is a
30 day cancellation lease in the Agreement. Motion by Mayor Nelson
and Commissioner Stewart to approve the Lease Agreement, carried
unanimously.
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June 29, 1982
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US NAVY CONTRACT - LOAN OF MODELS/MUSEUM
Clerk presented a Supplement Contract for Loan of models at the
Historical Museum which deletes the coverage to the model of
USS North Dakota and extends the contract for one year to
June 4, 1983. Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner Stewart to
approve the contract as presented, carried unanimously.
GENERAL CLAIM FOR APPROVAL - H & K INSURANCE
Clerk presented General Claim for H & K Insurance for All Risk
Coverage on the Fresh One Hydrofoil and Prior Acts, Errors &
Omissions coverage, for approval. Motion Mayor Nelson and Commiss-
ioner Stewart to approve the Claim for payment, carried unanimously.
BOILER & MACHINERY INSURANCE POLICY
~lerk stated this coverage has been bound with the insurance company
and subsequent copies of the policy sent to various departments
for their recommendations. Information received to date indicated
it would not be of value to continue the coverage. It was reco-
mmended the information be forwarded to Allan Kane, City Engineer,
for his review and recommendation prior to further action.
VARIOUS PARCELS OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY - APPRAISE & SELL
Clerk stated legal descriptions and maps of various pieces of City
owned parcels of land had been distributed to the Commissioners for
their review and reconm~endation regarding appraisal and sale.
Commissioner Swanson indicated his recommendation was forthcoming
and asked that this be held over one week. This will be on the
agenda for 7-6-82.
BID AWARD - FUEL OIL
#2389 Clerk read memo of recommendation to award the fuel/stove oil bid
to Wilkins Dist. dba Port Orchard Oil for the contract year 1982-83.
Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve the contract
award as presented, carried unanimously.
QUARTERLY NIGHT COUNCIL MEETING
Clerk opened discussion for setting the date for the next quarterly
niqht council meeting. A meeting was scheduled for Wednesday,
July 14, 1982, 7:00 p.m., Smith School BLdg., 1200 Elizabeth Avenue.
ANIMAL LICENSE FEE DISCUSSION
Clerk stated counc~r had requested this item be returned to them
for further discussion. Commissioner stewart stated he felt it
was too late to implement for this year and that it should be held
for future public input.
~2622 ORDINANCE RE SALES TAX - 1st reading
Clerk read AN O[DINANCE repealing Ord. No. 3875, creating a Sales
or Use Tax and adopting an ordinance which imposes the sales and
use tax under Ord. No. 2875 as well as an additional sales and use
tax, which is authorized by Section 17 or Engrossed Senate Bill
No. 4972, Laws of 1982 amending RCW 82.14.030. Motion by Mayor
Nelson and Commissioner Swanson to approve on first reading, carries
as follows: Mayor Nelson, yes; Commissioner Stewart, yes; Commiss-
ioner Swanson, yes.
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June 29, 1982
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ORDINANCE NO. 3703 - SPECIAL PARKING METER HOODS
Clerk read AN ORDINANCE to provide special parking meter hoods for
certain disabled persons, as those persons are defined by RCW
46.16.380 for passage. Motion by Mayor Nelson and Commissioner
Stewart to pass on second reading, carried as follows: Mayor
Nelson, yes; Commissioner Stewart, yes; Commissioner Swanson, yes.
ORDINANCE NO. 3713 - FERGUSSON REZONE
Clerk read AN ORDINANCE amending the use and area maps according
to Ord. No. 1792 (Eergusson) for passage. blotion by Mayor Nelson
and Commissioner Swanson to approve the ordinance for passage,
carried as follows; Mayor Nelson, yes; Commissioner Stewart, yes;
Commissioner Swanson yes.
ORDINANCE RE SEWER POLICY 1st reading
Clerk read AN ORDINANCE establishing the policies for determining
equitable charges to be imposed on all users which discharge waste-
water to the wastewater facility system operated by the City of
Bremerton, for approval. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor
Nelson to approve on first reading, as follows: Mayor Nelson, yes;
Commissioner Stewart, yes; Commissioner Swanson, yes. "
ORDINANCE RE REPEAL OF JOINT HOUSING AUTHORITY, 1st reading
Clerk read AN ORDINANCE repealing Ord. No. 3680 which established
the Joint Housing Authority and repealing Ord. No. 3697 which ex-
tended the date for the termination of the Bremerton Housing
Authority, for approval. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and
Swanson to approve, carried as follows: Mayor Nelson, no; Commiss-
ioner Stewart, yes; Commissioner Swanson, yes.
ORDINANCE RE REAFFIRmrATION WITH BREMERTON HOUSING AUTHORITY, 1st Reading
Clerk read AN ORDINANCE relating to the relationship between the
City of Bremerton and Bremerton Housing Authority, for approval.
Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve on first
reading, carried as follows: Mayor Nelson, no; Commissioner Stewart,
yes; Conmissioner Swanson, yes.
HEAT PUMP - CITY JAIL
Clerk presented plans and specs for the Heat Pump to be purchased
for the City Jail area. The estimated cost was higher than pre-
viously quoted and this was submitted for the information of the
Council.
CLAIM FOR DAmaGES - MIKE BUTTS
Clerk presented a Claim for damages on behalf of Mike Butts for a
destroyed garbage can. This has been sent for department report
and further review.
CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - PATRICIA J. THOMAS
Clerk presented Claim for damages on behalf of Patricia J. Thomas
claiming damages to her vehicle, towing and loss of wages for a
total amount of $146.20. This has been sent for department report
and further review.
COmmISSIONERS REPORTS:
Commissioner Swanson reported the break at the PS 15, Oyster Bay,
he felt it would be repaired within 2-3 days.
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June 29, 1982
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COMMISSIONERS REPORTS CONTINUED:
Commissioner Swanson also indicated he had received calls regard-
~265 ing the cutbacks in street sweeping and advised at the present
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Mayor Nelson announced the names of those persons he had appointed
as Special Advisors to the Mayor regarding animal control: Louise
Ashenberg, Mary Mahan, Delores Seger, Delores Barringer.
BILLS/VOUCHERS
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Nelson to approve Salary
Claim in the amount of $222,579.41; FICA $10,604.96, Payroll
$216,009.72 and FICA $11,689.42; Special Voucher #4181 in the
amount of $2000 and Regular Vouchers #4187 - 4328 in the amount of
$153,109.11, carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 12:50 p.m.
KATHLEEN L. MANDIO, City Clerk
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