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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/08/80 NAPPROVED MINUTES CITY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING MINUTES COUNOL July 8, lg8o JUL i 5 980 TAPE #190 Regular meeting of the City Commissioners of the City of Bremerton, Washington, (A) 2113 was held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 239 Fourth Street, on Tuesday, July 8, 1980 at 9:10 A.M., with Mayor Jarstad presiding. Also present were Commissioner Stewart, Commissioner Swanson, City Clerk Mandio, Asst. City Attorney Haberly and representatives of the press and radio. Meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and invocation was given by Mayor Jarstad. MINUTES OF JULY 1, 1980 Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to approve minutes as circulated, carried unanimously. NOTICES OF EMPLOYMENT AND CHANGES OF PAY STATUS Notices of Employment: Debra M. Brewton, Police Dept., Office Trainee, CETA #4164, $3.61 per hr., 7/1/80. Stanley Chambers, Police Dept., Warrant Server, $5.61 per hr., 7/7/80. Bruce A. Carver, Jr., Police Dept., 1st Yr. Patrolman, $8.29 per hr., 6/23/80. Cynthia J. Ederegger, Municipal Court, Temporary Position, $4.00 per hr., 7/7/80, terminate 7/7/81. Bill McKinney, Water Supply, Forester, $9.26 per hr., 7/7/80. Allen Joseph Jacobs, Communications, Temporary Electronics Technician Sr., $8.98 per hr., 7/7/80, terminate 7/6/81. Frankie Glen Barnum, Parks & Recreation, Seasonal-Pool Attendant, $3.10 per hr., 6/23/80. Changes of Pay Status: Philip Corliss, Police Dept., Detective to Patrol Sergeant, $10.55 to $11.18 per hr., 7/7/80. Robert Johnson, Police Dept. 3rd to 4th Yr. Patrolman, $9.05 to $9.47 per hr., 7/18/80. Montee Geister, Engineering, Engr. Aide I 8B to 8C, $7.10 per hr., 7/5/80. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to approve pay slips, carried unanimously. TAXICAB DRIVER'S LICENSE APPLICATION Marvin Russell Badgley, approved by Sgt. Plumb for the Chief of Police. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve taxicab driver's license appl~ation, carried unanimously. WASTEWATER INTERFUND LOAN Clerk read memo from City Treasurer, dated July 2, 1980, which requested that he have authority to increase the loan amount for the Wastewater Fund up to $250,000.00 as needed, at an interest rate to be determined quarterly .equal to the rate the City pays the bank for interest bearing warrants. A lengthy discussion followed and Commissioner Stewart stated he did not think the City should continue with a loan like this; that there should be a maturity date. Commissioner Swanson stated he will be meeting with Jack Shirley and the Wastewater Superintendent to look at the situation. He stated he thinks that revenue from the timber sale can be diverted to the Wastewater Fund; that he plans to explore this and other alternatives with Mr. Shirley. Commissioner Stewart suggested waiting one week before making a decision. He stated he would rather see money borrowed from the Water Fund rather than the General Fund. He stated further that the Wastewater Fund was $96,000.00 in a deficit condition for the first six months of the year; that the revenue does not meet the expenditures. Mayor Jarstad discussed sewer rates and stated that adjustments may have to be made in the rates as time goes on. He stated that the utility rates should be enough to cover operating expenses. Commissioner Stewart stated the Council should take action today so ~he Wastewater Fund is not in a deficit condition. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to authorize City Treasurer to increase the loan amount for the Wastewater Fund up to $250,000.00 as needed, carried unanimously. STORM SEWER EASEMENT - Cuttin9, et al Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated July 1, 1980, attached to which was a storm sewer easement from Dana Cutting, et al. The memo stated the easement is for a storm sewer across the property at the NE corner of East 31st St. and Halverson. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to accept storm sewer easement, subject to approval of City Attorney's office, and refer to City Clerk for recording, carried unanimously. CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES July 8, 1980 Page two REMODEL OF CLERK'S AND TREASURER'S OFFICE AREA Clerk read memo from City Treasurer, dated July 3, 1980, attached to which was a floor plan with proposed changes for the Clerk's and Treasurer's office area. The memo stated the following major goals were foremost in the development of this floor plan: (1) Eliminate the steps into the Treasurer's and Clerk's office, as they are very hazardous; (2) Utility and B&O clerks need better access to the public; (3) The City Treasurer needs a private office; and (4) The cashiers should be in a more secure area. The floor plan indicated that the steps to the Violations and Police counters would be replaced with a ramp. Considerable dis- cuss$on followed and Commissioner Stewart stated he thought the plan has merit. Ms. Mandio stated that a lot of money might be involved for this remodel. The Commissioners discussed whether this could be done in-house and Commissioner Swanson stated it would be less expensive to use City personnel, but it takes much longer to accomplish the work than if it went out to bid. He suggested getting an estimate before proceeding any further. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to obtain an estimate for the remodel proposed by the City Treasurer. Under discussion: Mayor Jarstad stated that Municipal Court and District Court should be incorporated in the reorganization. Motion carried unanimously. CALL FOR BIDS - 17th St. Improvements Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated July 3, 1980, which requested permis- sion to call for bids for the 17th St. Improvements, Park Ave. to Warren Ave. The memo stated that funding for this project is being provided from HUD Block Grant funds and 1/2 cent gas tax. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to call for bids for 17th Street Improvements, carried unanimously. CALL FOR BIDS - Chain Link Fencin~ Clerk read memo from Water Superintendent, dated June 19, 1980, which stated the Water Dept. requires approximately 360 ft. of chain link fencing to provide proper screening of the facilities at Reservoir #12 at an approximate cost of $3,500.00. Moti~on by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to call for bids for chain link fencing as stated above, subject to approval of City Attorney and City Engineer, carried unanimously. BID AWARD - Fuel & Motor Diesel Oils Clerk read me~f~Asst. Purchasing Agent, dated July 1, 1980, which recommended that bid for/~s~otor and heating fuels be awarded to Wilkins Distributing Co., as low and acceptable bidder; that bid for PS 100 stove oils be awarded to Service Fuel~Co., Inc., as the low and acceptable bidder. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to follow recommendation of Asst. Purchasing Agent and award bids as stated above, carried unanimously. BID AWARD - Wheaton Way (Sylvan to Broad) Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated July 2, 1980, which recommended that bid for Wheaton Way, Sylvan to Broad, Project be awarded to Moss Construction, Inc., as low bidder. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to award bid for Wheaton Way, Sylvan to Broad, Project to Moss Construction, Inc., as low bidder, carried unanimously. TAPE #190 AMBULANCE CONTRACT (A) 2188 Clerk read letter from Olympic Ambulance, Inc., dated July 3, 1980, which stated that Olympic Ambulance will transport patients for a guarantee of 80% of $105.00. The letter stated the entire payment should be studied in depth to insure the public they are getting their money's worth. The letter stated further that any inspection costs should be paid by the City, not the ambulance companies. Discussion followed and Commissioner Stewart stated he thinks the ambulance company should pay for inspections. He stated he thinks the proposal presented is very good. Commissioner Swanson asked if Olympic Ambulance would respond as a back-up and how many ambulances were available. Commissioner Stewart stated that these questions were not asked last week, but if he wants these answers, Mr. Littlejohn will respond. -2- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES July 9, 1980 Page three Considerable discussion followed regarding the contract the City has with Leyde Ambulance and Bill Meigs, Fire Chief, explained that Leyde responds automatically to emergency calls if the paramedics cannot respond. Commis- sioner Swanson then asked what the City's liability would be if the contract were terminated and Ms. Haberly replied that the City is obligated to purchase any and all the equipment that Mr. Leyde purchased as a result of the contract. She stated there is no way a dollar amount can be determined at this time. Mayor Jarstad stated that if the City terminates the contract with Leyde and goes out for bids, all the criteria should be placed in the new contract. Commissioner Stewart reiterated that the City should not have an exclusive contract with one ambulance company; that it should get the best deal possible. Commissioner Swanson requested that the services the City requires for emergency medical transport should be outlined exactly and included in one document; that this would give a better overview of what is necessary. Mr. Meigs requested two weeks to put the criteria together and determine minimum standards. Waltrine Taylor, 2708 Callahan, stated she did not think the City should provide a subsidy for anything. She stated this is one thing that raises taxes. WATER & SEWER BILLS Mrs. Taylor stated she received a large increase in her sewer bill and she wanted an explanation. Commissioner Swanson explained that the increase in the City resident's sewer bills happened because County residents are no longer subsidizing the sewers for City residents. PUBLIC RECOGNITION MahaliaCramer,representing Peninsula Lodge, stated they have submitted an application for HUD 202 Grant Funds to construct ten apartments as two-bedroom independent living units to be used by chronically mentally ill adults and/or chronically mentally ill/multiple handicapped adults for independent living within the City limits of Bremerton. She thanked the City Commissioners for the letter of support dated May 2, 1980, and asked for an additional letter of support for their project. Discussion followed and it was the consensus of the Commissioners that this was a worthy project and should be supported by the City. Ms. Cramer made it clear that they were not requesting funds from the City; that this was for a HUD Grant. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart that comments be sent under the A95 process endorsing the application of Peninsula Lodge for grant funding. Under discussion: Mayor Jarstad stated that Peninsula Lodge is a well-recognized operation that goes back many years. Motion carried unanimously. Ms. Haberly left the meeting and Ms. Conoley entered at this time. BOND LEVY FOR NEW WEST SIDE FIRE STATION AND EXPANSION OF DOWNTOWN FIRE STATION Bill Meigs, Fire Chief, stated approximately $700,000.00 is needed to build a new fire station on the west side; that the City will probably get a $300,000.00 grant from Trident Impact funds for this construction. He stated it will cost. approximately $150,000.00 for the expansion of the downtown fire station; that this expansion is necessary because they are so crowded in the present facility. He stated the administration offices will be centrally located with this expansion. He requested Council approval to submit a bond levy in the amount of $550,000.00 to accomplish construction of the West Side Fire Station and reconstruction and expansion of the Downtown Fire Station. Discussion was held regarding whether this could be one proposition or if it would have to be two propositions. Ms. Mandio explained that she will ask Mr. Appel, Bond Counsel, and report to Council when she has received a response. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to approve placing bond levy on primary ballot and that it be one proposition if approved by Bond Counsel, carried unanimously. Ms. Mandio explained that the ordinances had been prepared as two propositions, but if one proposition is approved, they will be changed before next week so it can be presented as one. She presented the two ordinances for first reading. ORDINANCE, FIRST READING - $400,000.00 Bond Levy for West Side Fire Station Clerk read, first reading, "AN ORDINANCE of the City of Bremerton, Washington, relating to the authorization of general obligation bonds; providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City a special election to be held therei~n on September 16, 1980, of a preposition authorizing the City to issue -3- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES July 8, 1980 Page four its general obligation bonds in the principal amount of not to exceed $400,000.00 to construct a fire station, such bonds to be payable by annual property tax levies to be made without limitation as to rate or amount". Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to approve ordinance on first reading, by title only, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. ORDINANCE, FIRST READING - $150,000.00 Bond Levs for Expansion of Main Fire Station Clerk read, first reading, "AN ORDINANCE of the City of Bremerton, Washington, relating to the authorization of general obligation bonds; providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City a special election to be held therein on September 16, 1980, of a proposition authorizing the City ta issue its general obligation bonds in the principal amount of not to exceed $150,000.00 to expand the main fire station facility, such bonds to be payable by annual property tax levies to be made without limitation as to rate or amount". Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to approve ordinance on first reading, by title only, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. Meeting recessed from 10:30 A.M. until 10:50 A.M. TAPE #190 MATOSICH REZONE HEARING (B) 940 Clerk stated the hearing had been advertised, posted and letters of notification mailed to resi~dents as required by law. She read Planning Commission Resolution No. 574 recommending denial of the application. She stated 36 advisory ballots were sent, with 20 returned, 13 agreeing, 6 disagreeing and one neutral. Sh~ then read letter from J.A. Dillon, dated June 19, 1980, opposing the rezone because it is an over-utlization of the property. Ms. Mandio read letter from Phillip and Ingrid Siedler, owners of property directly across the street from the proposal, dated July 2, 1980, in favor the rezone and requesting that the City Ccuncil reconsider the denial by Planning Commission and approve the rezone. Ken Attebery, Planning Director, stated the Planning Commission denied the rezone because they felt that this development could cause potential traffic hazards and parkin~ problems. He stated Mr. Matosich has presented a revised site plan which indicates parking for three cars, which gives vehicles room to turn around without backing out onto the street. He stated three parking stalls meet~ the requirements of the zoning ordinance; that these parking stalls weuld probably serve clients, but not the employees and the employees would have to find on-street parking or park in a commercial lot. He discussed the surrounding land use and stated the 1966 comprehensive plan indicates 6th St. as traffic oriented. Commissioner Stewart stated he did not want to work a hardship on the residents of the area by approving this rezone when adequate parking was not provided. He stated he feels this should be zoned business, but there should be more parking available. PROPONENT: Gerald Matosich, owner of property, stated he worked with Mr. Root, Mr. Attebery and Capt. Brown to work out the revised site plan; that three parking stalls meet the minimum requirements. He stated his employees are used to parking elsewhere and would cause no problem. Considerable discussion followed regarding providing parking in a commercial lot for the employees and leaving the three parking spaces available for clients. Mr. Matosich was agreeable to leasing five parking spaces for employee parking in a commercial lot. OPPONENTS: No one was present to speak in opposition to the proposed rezone. Commissioner Stewart stated he wants to know that Mr. Matosich has provided adequate parking for his employees before this is approved. Considerable discussion followed regarding the parking situation and the following motion was made: Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to grant rezone contingent upon the applicant providing annual proof that he has leased five parking spaces for employee parking prior to issuance of an occupancy permit. Under discussion: Commissioner Stewart stated the annual proof should be submitted to the Compliance Officer. Motion carried unanimously. -4- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES July 8, 1980 Page five TAPE #190 BRONOW REZONE HEARING (B) 1978 Clerk stated the hearing had been advertised, posted and letters of notification mailed as required by law. She read Planning Commission Resolution No. 573 recommending denial. She stated 39 advisory ballots were sent, 18 returned with 14 disagreeing and 4 agreeing with the proposal. Ms. Mandio read letter from Darlene Aduddell, dated June 30, 1980, in favor of the rezone. She then read letters in opposition from the following: Mr~ & Mrs. Ray Ball, Beverly Sullivan, Mr. & Mrs. James E. Townsend, Mr. and Mrs. Mahone, Clarice Meyer, Eduardo and Florentina Espouna, Jacinto & Ramona Santos, Randy & K~thleen Whisenant, Thomas G. Goldader, Dagney Olson and Mildred McAdams. Ken Attebery, Planning Director, stated the site is located on the corner of East lOth and Hayward. He discussed the surrounding land use and stated the applicant has submitted a revised site plan. He stated the Planning Commission recommended denial of the proposal because it would be an intrusion of multi- family in a long-standing mainly single-family residential area; views could be blocked; and it could be considered spot zoning if it were approved. He stated further the revised site plan indicates 8 parking spaces instead of 6 with parking in front. He stated the applicant has indicated a fence will be erected along the north property line and the back portion will be fenced. PROPONENT: Bob Bronow, 9821 Echo Valley Rd. NW, discussed the concerns of the neighborhood and stated he would be willing to accept a stipulation tc make it impossible to add more buildings on the lot; that he has changed the parking to 8 stalls. He stated the new site plan indicates that the structure will be five ft. lower so it will not loom over the adjacent buildings to the north; a privacy fence will be erected across the full length of the lot in back. He stated further a boxed-in area will be built for the garbage cans; the alley will not be used for ingress and egress; cars will not have to back onto the street because there will be plenty of room to turn around; and the only view that will really be blocked is the adjacent house to the north and that view will be blocked no matter what is built on this lot. OPPONENTS: Carl Mahone, 1011Hayward, stated he is very much opposed to the rezone; that he does not have much view now. He stated there is a 15-unit apartment behind him now and the congestion from more cars and people would be too much. He stated a duplex can be built on this lot, but he is opposed to a four-plex. Mayor Jarstad stated there is an overwhelming demonstration from the neighbors that they do not want this site rezoned; that they want to retain R-1 zoning in this area. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to follow recommendation of Planning Commission and deny rezone, carried unanimously. CONTRACT FOR SCHEDULING SYSTEM - Suppl~ Dept. at PSNS Clerk presented contract with the Supply Dept. at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard to provide a Scheduling System. The Schedule will be updated and provided to the Supply Dept. every week for a tetal of $40.00 per mo. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve contract to provide Scheduling System to the Supply Dept. at PSNS as stated above. Under discussion: Commissioner Stewart stated no programs were changed; PSNS is using the same Scheduling System the City is using. Motion carried unanimously. STREET LIGHTS - Tara Heights Subdivision Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated July 7, 1980, which stated that the Bremerton Housing Authority desires to have street lights installed in their subdivision off Pine Road when the utilities and streets are installed. The memo recommended that the street lights be installed by Puget Power; that the lights will then be accepted when the streets, etc. are accepted for operation and maintenance. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to approve installing street lights as recommended and the City will take over operation and maintenance of the street lights once they are installed and the streets, etc. are accepted, carried unanimously. -5- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES July 8, 1980 Page six OLYMPIC COLLEGE VACATION Clerk presented a resolution and ordinance regarding the Olympic College vacation. Considerable discussion followed and Commissioner Stewart stated he felt the City i~ losing all its leverage; that the College is getting everything, but giving nothing. He stated he did not think the resolution should be approved; that Chester should not be closed until 1982. Mayor Jarstad stated the resolution speaks to the fact that the City will allow Chester to remain closed until the by-pass in con- structed or 1982, whichever occurs first. Commissioner Stewart stated that if the $375,000.00 grant from the State does not become available, the resolution should be null and void. Ms. Conoley explained that the resolution can always be unresolved and Commissioner Stewart stated that would be welching on the agree- ment. Commissioner Swanson stated he sees no particular problem with the resolution, but he is not ready to give up the easement. He stated the City has to have access to this area for emergency vehicles and utility maintenance. Mayor Jarstad stated he would ask Mr. Julius to address the Council before the second reading of this ordinance. RESOLUTION NO. 1864 -- Olympic College Clerk read, "A RESOLUTION relating to the use of Chester Avenue and Fifteenth Street (Olympic College)." Metion by Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Jarstad to pass Resolution No. 1864, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, No; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. ORDINANCE, FIRST READING - Ol~a~pic College Clerk read, first reading, "AN ORDINANCE granting a right-of-way vacation on portions of Chester Avenue and Fifteenth Street in the City of Bremerton (Olympic College)." Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to approve ordinance on first reading, by title on~y, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, No; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. BILLS Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to give blanket approval to voucher 17408 inclusive in the amount of $75.00, audited by Darlene Herrmann, carried unanimously. Meeting recessed from 12:45 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Recessed City Commissioners Meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Jarstad. Also present were Commissioner Stewart, Commissioner Swanson, City Clerk Mandio and Asst. City Attorney McCluskey. BID AWARD - Travelin9 Screens Clerk read memo from Water Superintendent, dated July 8, 1980, which recommended that bid for Traveling Screens be awarded to Kendall Construction Co., as low bidder. The memo stated the City will receive a 40% grant for this project from the State. Motion by Comm~ssioner Swanson and Mayor Jarstad to award bid for Traveling Screens to Kendall Construction Co., subject to approval from DSHS, carried unanimously. NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT Shelly Jo Whiton, Engineering Dept., Temporary Secretary, $3.50 per hr., 7/8/80, terminate 7/7/81. FAPE #191 PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN HEARING (A) 105 Clerk stated the hearing had been advertised and posted as required by law. Mayor Jarstad stated the purpose of the hearing is to take public testimony regarding the proposed Comprehensive Plan. Ken Attebery, Planning Director, addressed administrative matters regarding the sign-up sheets, handouts, purchase of draft plans, loan copies, etc. He then presented the City Council suggested changes te the draft plan. (These changes are on file in the City Clerk's office.) Mayor Jarstad asked if any member of the Council has a potential conflict of interest with any provisions of the draft plan and no one did. He then asked if any member of the ?ublic wished to object to participation of any member of the Council on the basis of a potential conflict of interest and ne one objected. -6= CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES July 8, 1980 Page seven Ms. Mandio read letter from Mr. Geigt which stated he felt the Transportation Committee should have been more informed regardin~ a Transportation Pregram for the City and County. The~letter stated the City and County should work together to previde a transportation program for the entire County. She then read letter from Gary Wight, dated July 3, 1980, regarding a Planned Unit Development (PUD). These letters are on file in the Planning Dept. Mayor Jarstad asked for public testimony. Charles Ullock, 1137 Lower Marine Dr., discussed the definitions and stated he did not feel the definition of "open space" was accurate; that it sheuld be redefined. He stated he does not think water should be defined as open space. Lance Haynes, 2066 NE Paulson Rd., discussed the designation of the Central Business District. He stated he does not think the CBD should be limited to the downtown area; that the east side has acreage that should be included in the CBD. Commis- sioner Stewart stated he is concerned about this also. Mr. Attebery explained that the Central Business District is not limited to the downtown area. He stated there is a need to expand the economic growth in other areas. Mayor Jarstad stated that the downtown area is the core of the transportation tystem; it is the banking headquarters; and the ferry terminal is in the downtown area. He stated the City has done much to help improve the east and west sides. Mr. Attebery stated that improvements will be made in the Plan. Mr. Haynes discussed the PUD concept and stated he thinks a map is necessary for people to understand the Plan. Commissioner Swanson asked if there was anything in the Plan that precludes the PUD concept and Mr. Haynes replied that there was not. Mr. Haynes stated he thinks the Plan is a pretty good document and he encouraged the Council to adopt it. John Simmons, 223 South Montgomery, stated he felt that house trailers shc. uld be allowed on small lots; that this would provide good housing for many people who cannot afford to build a home. He stated many of these small lots are covered with brush and garbage and a small house trailer could be put on to give people a place to live. He then discussed cars driving and parking on sidewalks and breaking up the sidewalks and asked if anything could be done about it. Mayor Jarstad stated he would have the police dept. check on his complaint and have them issue tickets for anyone parking on the sidewalks. Rt~ss Johnson, 6530 Lake Dr., discussed the PUD concept. He stated the Kitsap Lake Neighborhood is very worried about the PUD. He stated standards should be written before this concept is p~!t into effect; that the PUD has merit, but it has to be controlled by very strict standards and it should be studied very thoroughly by the Planning Commission and City Council. Mr. Johnson stated that the sewer installation should be paid by the developer, not by the people who already live in an area. He stated further the Kitsap Lake Neighborhood would like to see the Proposed Comprehensive Plan passed as soon as possible. Mayor Jarstad explained that when Kitsap Lake Neighborhood annexed into the City, the sewer was built to accommodate all the growth that was anticipated. He stated the water system was also build to accommodate potential growth in that area. Commissioner ~wanson stated that the PUD concept will be studied at a later date; that there is nothing to preclude adopting a PUD ordinance separately. Mr. Johnson stated the neighborhood is not against the PUD; they just want tc be sure there are very tight restrictions and standards before it is adopted. Mr. Attebery stated the Planning Dept., Engineering Dept. and Planning Commission will study the PUD concept. He stated he would like to explore the possiblity of using a PUD process in some of the development areas of Bremerton. Mr. Geigt, 3885 NE Roosevelt, stated the City needs prospective planning to put some of the suggestions into effect. He stated that many persons on his task force felt that nothing would come of all their efforts. Mayor Jarstad stated there is a real need for more public involvement in the long-range objectives for City development. Discussion was held regarding a Regional Transportation Plan and Commissioner Swanson stated he would be happy to discuss it further with Mr. Geigt at a later date. Glenn Vockrodt, 1409 Marlow, discussed plans and stated plans should be in the Comprehensive Plan. He stated there should be something regarding the stresses to streets, schools, parks, etc. from multi-family structures and greater density in the neighborhoods. He then discussed the PUD concept and a hearing examiner. He stated further that a hearing examiner will have to have very definite restric- tions in the comprehensive plan. -7- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES July 8, 1980 Page eight Mayor Jarstad asked for any other public testimony, but there was nene. Commissioner Swanson stated he shares Mr. Ullock's concerns regarding the defini- tion of "open space" and he would like to see Mr. Attebery redefine it or add some clauses to make it more clear. Mr. Attebery stated he recognizes the need for further information in terms of definition. Commissioner Stewart discussed a minimum maintenance ordinance and stated one is needed in Bremerton to clean up some of the run-down neighborhoods. Mayor Jarstad stated he is proud of the City of Bremerton; that there are some areas that need some work and cleaning up, but the majority of the City is very well kept. Commis- sioner Swanson stated he is concerned with the elderly who cannot afford to paint their homes as often as necessary or have someone clean up the weeds and brush. He stated he has no desire to work a hardship on the elderly who are on a fixed income. Mr. Attebery stated the minimum maintenance ordinance is mentioned in the proposed plan and they are doing a survey to find out what other cities are doing. Mayor Jarstad stated the City has made many areas more liveable for the residents by cleaning up areas and improving neighborhoods by adding parks and open space. Mayor Jarstad announced that the next hearing regarding the Comprehensive Plan will be held July 29, 1980 at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M. K~athleen L. Mandio, City Clerk Approved: -8-