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Home My WebLink About03/20/85 UNAPPROVED DRAFT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES March 20, 1985 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City o~ Bremerton I~as held in the City Council Chambers, ~39 4th Street, 8remerton, Washington, Wednesday, March 20, 1985, at 5:30 p.m. with Council President Art Anderson presiding. Present were E. L. Sturdivant, Spencer Horning, Clyde Pachek, Phil Drouin, Roy Mosely and Russ dohnson, 8ill Amo and Jim Adrian. Also present were City Attorney Bill 8roughton and City Clerk Kathleen McCluskey. Absent was Mayor Morrie Dawkins. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Vice President Phil Drouin with Councilman Pachek giving the invocation. CONSENT AGENDA Ms. McCluskey presented items A & B of the Gonsent Agenda to include Minutes o~ the March 13, 1985, meeting, #A885-123, and KCAP Medical Referral Program Contract Amendment, #AB85- 124. #0036 ~ M/S/C/U/(Horning/dohnson) to approve items A & B o~ the Consent Agenda as presented. Ms. McCluskey presented Item #C, Consent Agenda - Kiwanis Restroom Budget/Contract Amendment to remove Boiler Asbestos, #A885-126. Mr. Don Pratt, Community Development Director, explained the need to use the building fop storage and the cost to removed the asbestos is about $3,200.00. Ms. McCluskey noted that the Bid Limit is $10,000 therefore a Change order is appropriate. Mr. Pratt requested that Council approve the ~unding through the 1983 COBG program I~hich has a contingency in the amount of $36,000.00 remaining that would cover the funding. Council expressed concern regarding the asbestos hazard and the liability by the city to the contractor with Mr. Pratt stating that the motion is mainly to allocate funds to get the project done and thought a Change Order was in order. #0322 · M/S/C/U/(Adrian/dohnson) to authorize the allocation o~ $3,272.00 o~ 1983 Community Development Block Grant Funds (Grant #B-83-MC-53-O011> Contingency Funds to the 1983 Jobs 8ill CDSG Funds (8-83-MJ-53-0011) Kiwanis Park ProJect so that asbestos containing materials may be removed from the boiler room facility on the site. CLAIMS/WARRANT REGISTERS Ms. McCluskey presented Special Warrants in the amount of $9,480.15 and Regular Warrants #10093 - #10345 in the amount of $303,389.10, audited and certified by Darlene Herrmann as required by RCW 42.24.0¢~0, and recorded o~ listings made available to the City Council. #0371 · M/S/C/U/(Johnson/Adrian) to approve Regular and Special warrants as presented. Ms. McCluskey read into the record a Proclamation designating March 21, 1985, as "Bremerton Action Day for the Homeless" with Mr. Larry Eyer, Director o~ Kitsap Community Action Program, present to accept. Mr. Court Prisk, Field Services Director, gave a presentation on proposed Street Light Removal Plan he stated the Power Bil] is reaching approximately one-quarter of the City Counci~.~eg. Mtg. Minutes March 20,1 Page 2 of 6 UNAPPROVED DRAFT Street Department's budget. He stated the Council-Public Safety Committee has initiated a block by block, light by Light review of the City and the arterial areas are not the problem but the neighborhoods will be requiring citizen input. He stated that he and the Mayor issued a new release in an attempt the get citizen input with the first meeting scheduled on March 2&, 1985, dealing with the Manette Area Neighborhood. It is the intent that those lights not needed ~or traffic safety and illumination will be removed. A follow-up report is requested by the Mayor on the Roosevelt Field Parking issue and an abandoned Garbage Truck that remains at the same location with apparently nothing is being done about it. Councilman Anderson called ~or Public Recognition with no one stepping forward. ATTORNEY'S REPORT City Attorney Bill Broughton stated he attended an appeal, in Superior Court by former Captain Greg Brown, held Friday in an attempt to overturn the City's decision. He expected a decision to be forthcoming in 30-60 days to reverse the action of the Civil Service Commission. He noted that the City has been served with numerous lawsuits in the past weeks particularly the Manette Neighborhood, regarding the variance ~or Bay 8owl; one in Superior Court regarding a Police-dog bite; a continued claim on Max Meigs Fire Station and two false arrests. He announced that the "P.S. We Care Program" committee is meeting and plans are to hopefully continue the program on a year-around basis. He noted that the Police department had more emphasis with less arrests with no alcohol related deaths during 1984. Commencment is schedule for May 1985. COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORT Councilman Horning, reported his concern~ when talking to a representative o~ the State Ferry Advisory Committee, that they were not aware of the Bremerton City Council or Puget Sound Governmental Conference/Kitsap County, endorsement/interest in major Ferry improvements in 8remerton. It was recommended by Council that City Clerk McCluskey pull the paperwork and send to Mr. Barentson, requesting that he acknowledge. Councilman Mosely, stated that the Public Safety Committee is pupsuing the issue of Street Lighting as reported by Mr. Prisk earlier. Discussion continued with Councilman Drouin explaining the availability of Para-Transit Vans which service the disabl~d. Councilman Anderson stated that the City ~s second in the State on miles recorded ~or 1984 and that the service is run totally on donations. Councilman Amc reminded Councilme~ of the 12 days f~.~e I::~u~ sepvic:e ,~ i st down tot,~n r-eta i ] or'-s. C;oun~: ilman Drouin Advised that t~e Wastewater Facilities Construction Project regular meeting is scheduled at 9:30 a.m. March 21, 1985, in the Council Bonference room. Topics to be discussed include (1) U.S.Navy Contract rate review; (~) Need to establish fee for R.V. dump stations, drafting a special Ordinance; Update from City attorney on contract with the Bremerton Housing Authority; (~) Regional Sludge disposal probram mith County entities, and (5) meeting scheduled for next Tuesday City Counci~ _,eg. Mtg. Mintues March 20, 1985 Page 3 of 6 UNAPPROVED DRAFT to meet with County Legislators in Olympia. Councilman Johnson suggested that Mr. Berentsen attend the meeting Tuesday in Olympia. RELEASE TO SHALLOW WELL (CITY/ANNE SCHMIDT)~ AB85-12~ Ms. McCluskey presented a request ~rom the Water Utility release to Shallow Well, Anne Schmidt. A release between the City and Anne Schmidt cancelling the license previously given by City to Schmidt ~or the use o~ a shallow well ~or irrigation purposes on property attached as Exhibit "A" ~or Council information. #1448 · M/S/C/U/(Adrian/Horning) to approve Release o~ Right to use Shallow Well (Anne Schmidt>. C~ENERAL EASEMENT AGREEMENT (CITY/ANNE SCHMIDT)~ #AB85-1~8 NS. McCluskey presented a request ~rom the Water utility for. a Generasl Easement Agreement (City/Anne Schmidt). An easement given by the City to Anne Schmidt ~or ingress and egress to property in Exhibit "A" (description o~ parcel) attached to the Agreement. It is over a driveway and involves no monetary compensation. #1510 · M/S/C/U/(Orouin/Mosely) to approve the requested easement (City/Anne Schmidt). JACKSON PARK ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT. #AB85-1~ Ms. McCluskey presented a request ~rom Support Services ~or Council approval o~ a Contract between the U.S.Navy (Jackson Park area) and the City to provide Animal Control services. #1575 · M/S/(Pachek/Mosely) to approve entering into a contract between the City o~ 8remerton and the U.S. Navy ~or Animal Control services in Jackson Park. Discussion contined with Councilman Johnson expressing concern about the verbiage regarding holding animals at Fairanell Kennels. What i~ the City eventually constructs it's own Kennel, is the City locked into the agreement to house Navy pick-ups at Fairanell. City Attorney 8roughton responded, stating he ~elt the Navy would be agreeable to alternate ~acilities as City's need is recognized, and probably would not object because o~ test o~ reasonableness. Motion PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. HEARIb~--~HDRFI TN~ MANARFMFNT ~IIRRTANTIAI D~VFI OPMENT PERMIT & VARIANCE'- 1610 PARK AVENUE (BOWEN)~ #A885-13~ Ms. McCluskey read a request ~rom the Planning Department by 8owen Development Company ~or a Shoreline Management Substantial Development Permit & Variance ~or property located at 1610 Park Avenue. She ~urther stated that the applicant, Bowen Development Company has requested ~ continuance, scheduled ~or April 10~ 1~85. Planning Sta~ has concurred. It was clarified that the subject property is located ~ houses south o~ the new pump station. Council President Anderson asked i~ any o~ the Council or. any o~ the citizens ~elt any o~ the Council has a conflict ~uith this decision. Public input ~as requested. #1854 · M/S/C/U/(Adrian/Mosely) to grant a continuance to 8owen Development Company, rescheduling the Hearing to April 10, 1985. SHORELINE MANAGEMENT VARIANCE - 1132 SHORE DRIVE (LAMBERG)~ ~B85-125 Ms. McCluskey presented a request ~rom the Planning department to consider a Shoreline Management Variance City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes March 20, 1985 page4 o~~ 6 UNAPPROVED DRAFT submitted by applicant John Lamberg. She read for the record a letter received by E. Jennings Beard supporting the application. Council President Anderson asked the Conflict o~ Interest with all Councilmen remaining seated. Mr. Bob Dully, Planner, presented the Sta~ report. He stated the applicant Doctor John Lamberg has applied for the variance Prom the 85 Poor setback requirement ~rom O.H.W. The vacant lot is between 1130 and 1134 Shore Drive and the purpose Pop the requested variance is to construct a single- Pamily dwelling. The Shoreline regulation requires a 85 ~oot setback ~rom the ordinary high water mark but in order to maintain best use oP the parcel, he would like the setback reduced to 12 feet. Mr. DumPy stated that in order to build an adequate one-story dwelling, Mr. Lamberg will need the additional space which is mid-way between the two existing buildings on either side o~ the propose site. the variance is not granted he will have only one choice but to build multi-story, not to exceed 85' in height as allotted in the present Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Dully read in detail the Conclusions ~rom page 84 o~ 88, as on file. Mr. DuPPy noted correction, para. #2, line 18, aPter "~eet", insert does not "obstruct", etc. Doctor John Lamberg, applicant Pot the variance stated that his request was to allow same privilege as construction established in 1940 when the adjouning residences were built. Without the variance his view will be impaired and mould have to construct a two-story dwelling in order to have adequate space. Mr. Roy McInnis, 8711 Maple, noted comments by Dr. Lamberg regarding two-story dwelling and expressed concern that variance is not granted could he build more than a two-story structure. He was assured that the Zoning Ordinance allows maximum' oP ~ Peet height Pot structure. ~~lO~ Councilman Homing Pelt the Conclusions ~as clearly defined as to the applicants intent and Councilman Amc stated it met with all the conditions required Pot approval. #2803 · M/S/C/U/(Amo/Mosely) to approve a Shoreline Management Variance - 1138 Shore Drive (Lamberg), to reduce the setback ~rom O.H.W. to 18 ~eet Pop the Pollowing described property: Grand View Addn. Decatur & RPLT 81k 4; Blk 003 Lot 3 & Tidelands; 81k 003 Lot 4 & Tidelands and Exclusing S ~0 Including 5 ~t. vacated Shore Drive on each, adopting the Planning Commission's Conclusions, page 84 - 87, inclusive. t984 GOLD MOUNTAIN GOLF COURSE ANNUAL REPORT~ 1985 PROPOGEO FEE SCHEDULE~ AND 1985 REVISED BUDGET~ #AB85-130 I~s. McCluskey pre~ented a request ~rom the Pat-ks department to approve the 1984 Gold Mountain Gol~ Course Annual Report~ 1985 Proposed Fee Schedul~ and the 1985 Revised Budget. The 1984 Go]~ Mountain GolP Course Annual Report has been prepared and approved by the Foil Course 8card of Directors. It is being submitted to the City Council ~or adoption. This Annual Report represents the Boards commitment to keep the City Council inPormed of the course operations. The report includes the proposed 1985 ~ee schedule and 1~85 revised budget which have been reviewed and approved by the 8card o~ Directors and GolP Course Advisory Committee, ~hich includes representation Prom the men's and i~omen's clubs. StaPP recommendation is ~or approval. Mr. Court Prisk, Director oP Field Services/Chairman o~ the City Council meg. Mtg. Minutes March 20, 1985 Page 5 of 6 UNAPPROVED DRAFT Gold Mountain 0o1~ Course Committee explained the need to adopt the new Pee schedule mhd the 1985 Budget revisions. In order to have money in reserves~ it will be necessary ~or an inter~und loan which is justiPied in the 1984 Annual Report. Mrs. Alice McIntyre, Representative o~ the GMGC Women's Club, stated that club members are very happy with the new Pro~essional, Scott Alexander, and Steve Miller the Grounds Superintendent and much improvement has been realized that is noticeable to patrons o~ the Course. Mr. Stuart Mclntyre, 2482 No. Wyco~P, hope that Council would not raise rates too much. Mr. Scott Alexander, Gol~ Pro~essional, explained that the new benches at the course were provided, ~ree o~ cost, by a local advertising 2irm. He said he has enjoyed his ~irst Pew months as Pro~essional and was working on soliciting private tournaments Prom the Puget Sound Area in hopes to exceed 1984 ~igures. He noted that the month o~ March was very good. He introduced his Assistant, John Gallager. Mr. Steve Miller, Greens Superintendent reported that there could be water, problems during the summer, both irrigation and domestic. He stated that 1984 was the undoing o~ 15 years o2 neglect with regards to the Course's condition. Oouncilman Sturdivant commended the young pro~essionals in a Pine job. Councilman Drouin, however, ~elt most Municipal Gol~ Course do not turn a pro, it which is statistically documented. Mr. Prisk stated that Mr. Tyson turned a proPit the last three years he was m'~naging, at the cost o~ not maintaining the ~acility propeely and this was the expense incurred during 1984. Had the City been 2aced with less extensive repairs and maintenance, it may have pro, ired under the new management. TAPE ~225 #1301 · M/S/C/(Sturdivant/Pachek) to approve the 1984 0o1~ Mountain Gol~ Course Annual Report; 1985 Proposed Fee Schedule, and the 1985 Revised Budget. Mr. Drouin expressed concern that there is PILOT. VOTE: In Favor; Sturdivant, Homing, Pachek, Mosely, Anderson, AmD, Adrian & Johnson Opposed; Drouin Motion PASSED. RESOLUTION #2060 - GOLF COURSE INTERFUND LOAN, #AB85-131 Ms. McCluskey presented Resolution #2060 to approve a Inter~und Loan ~or the Municipal Gol~ Course. This Resolution authorizes an Inter~und Loan to cover the cash ~low needs o~ the Gol~ Course through August, 1985. The loan rate will be 7.88%. Financial impact o~ not improving this loan would be immediate shut-down o~ the course and default on Tyson's contract, Miller's contract and Alexander's Contract. It is recommended by the City Treasurer (Responsible o~icial) to approve with review date, August 20, 1985. Mr. Douglas Downs, 1307 Poindexter, asked iq the Gol~ Course received ~ree water/sewer which was responded by indicating the Course pays the same as the citizen ~or usage. Mr. Mclnnis, did not understand why the need ~or the $100,000 loan when earlier it was stated $40,000 with Councilman Johnson explaining that it is merely inter-city, not an outside loan. #1558 M/S/(Sturdivant/Pachek) to approve Resolution #2060 - Gol~ City Council Mtg. Minutes March 20/ 1985 UNAPPROVED DRAFT Page 6 of 6 Course Inter~und Loan in the amount o~ $100,000. Discussion continued with Mr. Prisk indicating the worse possible cash ~low should occur ~rom January - April with recovery sometime in August. Councilman asked Ms. McCluskey i~ she was comfortable with the amount and she stated a~2irmatively. Councilman Sturdivant 2eels the Tyson debt is the problem and will be paid o2~ in 1986. VOTE: In 2avor: Sturdivant, Horning, Pachek, Mosely, An- derson, AmD, Adrian & Johnson. Abstain; Orouin Motion PASSED. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. KATHLEEN L. MCCLUSKEY, City Clerk City o~ Bremerton ~PROVED: ART ANDERSON, President City Council KLM:AA/tis Normal Distribution File/Vault