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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/23/76 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JUNE 23, 1976 Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington, was held in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 239 Fourth Street, Bremerton, on June 23 1976, at 9:00 A.M., PDST. Attending were: Mayor Jarstad, presiding; Commissioner Stewart, City Clerk Yeadon, City Attorney Walgren, Asst. Jim Ryan for the last part of the meeting; and members of the press and radio Meeting opened with Flag Salute and invocation by City Clerk Yeadon. MINUTES Minutes of June 14, 1976, were presented by Clerk who stated there were amendments. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the minutes as amended, carried unanimously. SEPARATIONS Randal L. Marler, City Garage, 6/18/76 (noon) Anthony J. Hrudkaj, Police Dept., 6/20/76 Parks & Recreation: Rim M. Theroux, 6/9/76, Lesley A. Kabelac, Lois M. Clark, Cheryl A. Carpenter, Donald Greenwood, James M. Carlson, Charles E. Britten, all 6/14/76, except Carlson 6/17/76. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the Separations, carried unanimously. EMPLOYMENTS Cheryl A. Carpenter, P. & R. Dept., 6/14/76, $2.40 hr. Swim Pool Cashier Kay M. Roberrs, Mayor's Office, 6/21/76, Extra help, $3.00 hr. (vacation relief) Richard Keith Dodge, Accounting, 6/21/76, extra help to C.Serv. $5.00 per hour to $5.62 pr hr., Programmer Analyst. Patricia Hitch, Accounting, Office Asst. II, $3.73 per hr, eff. 6/28/76 Charles W. Monell, Eng. Aide I, Engineer Dept., $866.00 mo, 6/15/76 Michael Joe Delk, Extra Help, Engineering, $3.00 per hr., temporary employee, 6/15/76 Allan F. Maul, Extra Labor, P&R Dept., 6/21/76, $4.00 p/h John R. Danubio, PT Playleader, P&R Dept., 6/21/76, $5.00 p/h. (Tennis Instructor) Linda C. Thornburg, Extra Help, Comm. of P.W., $3.00 p/h, vacation relief, 6/18/76 John R. Ross, Forestry Aide, $4.71 per hour, Water Supply Dept., Craig L. Hegdahl, Extra Labor, P&R Dept., 6/14/76, $3.10 p/h Richard K. Hanley, Extra Help, Street Dept., $3.00 p/h, 6/14/76 Marla Sue Morey, P/T Playleader, P&R Dept., 6/21/76, $2.40 p/h. Tracey A. Walgren, Extra Labor, Part Time, P&R Dept., 6/21/76, $2.30 p/h Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve the Employments, carried unanimously. CHANGES OF PAY Gene Cochran, Extra Help, Engineering, $2.75 to $3.00, effect. 6/14/76 Gordon J. Jackson, PT Playleader, P&R Dept., 6/14/76, $2.50 p/h Mabel L. Marshall, PT, Off. Asst I, from $2.84 to $3.00 per hour, 6/28/76 Clerk read City Engineer's Memo. dated June 17, 1976, explaining the requests for change in pay and employments set out above. Mayor Jarstad commented he would like to have an agreement between various departments that similar pay will be given for similar work, in future summer employments, in order to avoid friction or criticism. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the changes in pay, carried unanimously. PAY ADJUSTMENT - Jetold Ecklund Pay Adjustment slip presented for longevity due Mr. Ecklund back to January 12, 1976, $11.87 per mo., firefighter plus 15 years longevity; through May 14, 1976. City Clerk explained that the longevity should have been granted when Mr. Ecklund was on disability leave and it was discovered that this had not been done through clerical oversight when the LEOFF Retirement System benefits were being calculated. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve the retroactive payment of the longevity benefit as stated, carried unanimously. -1- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 23, 1976 Page two SHERIDAN HEIGHTS, CEDAR GROVE, SULPHUR SPRINGS - PETITION FOR ANNEXATION Mr. Barrie Branch was present. Ken Attebery, Asst. Planning Director, explained that a petition with about 20% of the assessed valuation has been filed in the Planning Office; that the area has been expanded to take in Cedar Heights and Sulphur Springs as well as Sheridan Heights. This is the intent to proceed with the annexation procedures. The first step after this filing of the petition will be to have the City Council meet with the petitioners and determine (1) whether the City Council will annex if the petitioners are successful in getting a 75% petition, (2) whether the City Council will require the adoption of a compre- hensive plan if one has been prepared and accepted, and (3) whether the assumption of any indebtedness will be required. Mr. Attebery stated the key question is whether the rights of two or three others to their present county zoning will be maintained; and he has notified Mr. Branch that he would like to get direction from the City Attorney's Office before the meeting with the City Council takes place; that there is a period of sixty days in which the City Council may set the meeting date. If the matter can not be resolved in sixty days, the petition may have to be withdrawn and filed again. Mr. Attebery recommended the acceptance of the petition and check with attorney's office and rather than set the date, come back next week and see if in position to set the date. Mayor Jarstad ex- plained past policies of retaining the comparable county zoning; however, as explained by Mr. Attebery, this was not done with the American Marine Bank on Sheridan Road. Mr. Walgren discussed the inadvertance of some ordinances in the past not bringing in territory with their county zoning but as R-1 and stated this is a definite question for the Planning Department, City Council and Attorney's Office. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad the accept the petition, carried unanimously. JOHNSON ANNEXATION PROPOSAL (off Sheridan Road near Perry Ave.) Ken Attebery, Asst. Planner, reported that his office had received comments back from seven out of fifteen property owners; only one positive reaponse, If they can get sewer service within a reasonable time; four other comments negative; two telephone calls that were negative; one no opinion. Commissioner Stewart commented this was exactly what he was afraid of; however, the boundaries of the proposed annexation make it better than it was before. Maxine Johnson spoke In favor of proceeding with the petition as presented. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to accept the petition as origi- nally presented. Under discussion: Mayor stated the Council will wait for a time when Planning Department can be ready and know how the city is going to proceed on the zoning question. Motion carried unanimously. A discussion was held on the way to have sewer installed; L.I.D. method was suggested; and Mayor Jarstad recommended the parties see City Engineer for direction. WORK-STUDY PROGRAM, Olympic College & Engineering Dept. Clerk read memo. dated June 16, 1976, from City Engineer re: work-study program; recommended entering into an agreement with Olympic College and recommended that he be designated as city's representative to sign the agreement and requests for reimbursements, if any. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to continue the program and authorize Mr. Parker to sign the agreement and requests for reimbursement, carried unanimously. RETIREMENT FUND LIST FOR JULY Clerk presented the July list, which included 3% increase as approved on October 30, 1974, by City Council motion. Gross amount of $2,773.08, which is an increase of $80.77 per month because of the increase. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve the retirement pay- ments, carried unanimously. PAYROLL VOUCHERS For Pay period May 31 through June 13, 1976, Claims Fund, FICA & Bank Service Fees, $5,008.63; Salary Fund, gross payroll $172,954.61; both audited by John Ross. -2- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page three June 23, 1976 Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve to pay the vouchers, carried unanimously. LICENSES - APPLICATIONS International Sauna, 124 N. Callow, approved by Chief of Police, Fire Inspector, Building Inspector and Health Inspector. Palace Sauna, 129 North Callow, approved by Chief of Police, Fire Inspector, Building Inspector and Health Inspector. (This is for transfer of location from 124 N. Callow to 129 N. Callow.) Sal's Green Burrito, 410 Naval, Transfer of Music Machine License, approved by Chief of Police. Country House, Juke Box, 602 Burwell, Transfer of License, approved by Chief of Police. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the licenses and transfers, carried unanimously. ACCIDENT REVIEW AND SAFETY COMMITTEE - State Requirements Clerk read memo. dated June 17, 1976, which stated the following need to be cor- rected and department heads have been asked to requisition these: Certified Flagmen (schooling needed; stop and slow signs, 24 inches and on 8 foot poles; safety vests for all people working in and out of trucks; bandaids in the new first aid kits at least 18 per kit; updated first aid cards; and chock blocks for pickup and city vehicles. WARREN AVENUE at 16th St - supplement to Project Agreement Clerk read memo. dated June 22, 1976, from Engineering-Dennis Wright which asked that the mayor be authorized to sign a supplement to original Project Agreement because of fact project cost exceeds the estimate; which supplement will allow the city to use its available FAM funds to cover the cost overrun. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to authorize the mayor to sign the supplement as requested, carried unanimously. BID AWARD - Warren at 16th Street Clerk read memo. dated June 22, 1976, from City Engineer, recommending award of bid to low bidder, Tucci and Sons, Inc., subject to concurrence of the State and Federal Highway Agencies. Also, although the low bid is 12.08% higher than the estimate, a review of the estimate indicates that the estimate was low in general areas such as plastic street markings with which ~ngineering has had practically no experience in estimating and in areas where the heavy traffic would interfere with normal construction activities. Bid was for $44,666.15. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to award the bid to Tucci and Sons, Inc., the low bidder, as recommended, carried unanimously. BOAT & TRAILER - CALL FOR BIDS Clerk read memo. dated June 22, 1976, from Chief of Police, requesting call for bids be authorized for boat and trailer per enclosed specifications. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve and authorize call for bids for public safety boat and trailer. Under discussion: Mayo~ Jarstad explained this will be used by both fire and police departments and funds are in the budget. Carried unanimously. 10:00 A.M. - REPORTS Commissioner Stewart: 1. Comparative statement for January to May 1975 and 1976 for the operation of the water and sewer utility shows a 1975 revenue loss of $45,154.52 and 1976 revenue loss of $129,602.83, giving a variance of minus $84,448.31. The main costs are expenses in maintenance of operation; also, the revenue has gone down this year. Lack of payment on timber sales affects the figures. Stated that timber sales for this year are down. Would like to have the money collected that is owing on the timber sales and do something on the rate situation. -3- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page four June 23, 1976 2. Bus system is in deficit position; expenses are going up and revenues are not going up that much and the system is not paying its own way so there- fore is being subsidized. May have to stop USS Missouri run unless business picks up. Last year made a profit on this run but not this year, in spite of considerable advertising in Seattle and through the ferry dock. Still working on advertising. 3. Relating to dog control, stated he has contacted many people and has a letter from the Municipal Research Council. They sent a copy of what others are doing in the state. Have made other contacts, in King County, etc. Stated in King County there are two programs, one is in animal control and one is the humane society. Have had numerous applications for position of dog catcher from people who have read the newspaper stories. Stated the humane society does not have the tools to catch the animals like other areas do. Said he believed it was a specialized field to catch dogs. Stated his specifications have been in the city attorney's office since June 15 and hope to get some answers soon. PAWS LETTER - Clerk read letter from Betty Alcorn, President of PAWS of Bremerton proposing a local "Animal Control Commissionu with specific duties and powers; opposed the proposed method of enforcing a leash law; recommended reduced license fee for spayed or neutered animals and the same license fee schedule as Port Orchard. Commissioner Stewart had no objection to an overseeing group that wanted to go out and do the job; had no objection to the license fees. Mayor Jarstad suggested weighing this letter. Commissioner Stewart stated the ordinance should be enforced or eliminated. Attorney Gordon Walgren 1.With reference to the dog situation, there was some information that was gleaned at the attorneys' sessions at Spokane last week about liability and his office is checking this out; want to make sure that the city council is appropriately advise dregarding that so don't have any unusual exposures as far as liability is concerned. 2. Mentioned possibility of obtaining $15,000.00 to make an examination of impact of Trident on local law enforcement activities. City Clerk 1. Reported on good sessions at annual A.W.C. Convention last week in Spokane. Mayor Jarstad 1. Appreciated the news coverage given to the hard-working Planning Commission members, especially for the heavy load during the past few months and the fact that the work is becoming increasingly difficult. 2. CENCOM is now in full operation; most of the officers have been through the operation and are impressed with the capability of the system. Spoke of the necessity of stand-by city electronic personnel 24 hours per day and seven days per week; that Dave Patmon has requested standby pay for his per- sonnel calculated on the same basis as the utility which is $18.50 per man on actual standby. Three men are capable of keeping the control center going. This would be $480.00 (approximately) during the balance of this year, and will be one of the costs evaluated for the next contract year. Stated this money is available in city's budget. Commissioner Stewart stated he has no objection but would want it in the contract in the future. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to authorize standby pay in the Communication Department for operation of the CENCOM, carried unanimously. -4- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page five June 23, 1976 3. Reported progress in bringing together the counties and restoring them in the Puget Sound Council of Governments, after months of very difficult negotiations. Very important to have a full council because of federal funds which hinge on this council being together in processing applications. 4. Will be a luncheon meeting at the Hearthstone Restaurant Monday with com- unity leaders and members of Planning Commission and Park Board to talk about a Capitalization program in order to prepare for a November ballot on items of priority, such as swimming pool, youth center buildings, neighborhood parks, auditorium, senior citizens center, etc. Funds are needed to obtain matching moneys. 5. The Park Supt. has talked to the mayor about the old Coontz School property which will be one of the items of capital improvement. Proposed are renewal of the lower area and a park in the upper area. The Kiwanis Club is interested in taking this improvement as a project and putting funds to work on it immediately. Mayor stated a legal agreement is needed with the school board in order to improve the area. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commeissioner Stewart that the Bremerton City Council contact the Bremerton School Board with the idea of getting an option to buy the property so can sit down with the Kiwanis Club to utilize this large area in West Bremerton; under discussion: Mayor Jarstad complimented the Kiwanis Club for their interest in pursuing this project. Motion carried unanimously. 6. Talked about his efforts in behalf of vacation safety, especially concerning boating safety. (Tape side #2) Recessed at 10:30 A.M. to 10:48 A.M. PRITCHETT STREET VACATION REQUEST Clerk gave resume of what has happened in past meeting concerning the vacation request; three items have been before the City Council: (1) Request for vacation; (2) petition requesting a Cul-de-sac on Clare Avenue; (3) petition not to change Clare Avenue. Mayor Jarstad stated he had walked the property and his opinion was firm that the vacation request should be denied; that the area should be retained as open space; and the petitioner be permitted to use a portion if he wishes to ask the city for this privilege; and a turn-around should he provided for safety and so vehicles do not use private driveways. Also, stated there was a possibility of a beautification project there in the future and he would not wish to see a dwelling place built. Mr. Pritchett and he agrees with the mayor; would like to keep the e and a cnl-de-sac would be an improvement. Mayor repeated his former remarks and stated Mr. Pritchett could be allowed to landscape a portion and leave the balance for beautification and open space. Mayor stated that with the possibility of change of ownership in the future, another owner may wish to build another unit, such as a duplex and the open space could be lost. Mr. Pritchett stated only talking about sixteen and one-half feet and too small for a building; also, thought a cul-de-sac would be a catch-all for all cars in the neighborhood. He thanked Commissioner Schoneman, in his absence, for putting up the "dead end" signs which has kept cars from trying to get to the bridge; and that he would like to see one on Sheridan Road which would stop people making the turn. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to deny the street vacation, carried unanimously. -5- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 23, 1976 Page six Mrs. Pritchett stated she was concerned about motorcycles using the cul-de- sac because they won't have to stop to turn around thus making more noise. Also, concerned about speed. BIDS - Engine Analyzer; Exhaust Analyzer; Ductile Iron Pipe Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to open the bids at this time, carried unanimously. Clerk opened the bids for the analyzer equipment and read from the following: Piston Service, money order enclosed for $50.00, omissions analyzer, $2,027.28, incl. sales tax; engine analyzer, $3972.78, incl. sales tax., money order enclosed for $50.00 (second M.O.). Motor Parts, two cashier's checks enclosed; emissions analyzer, $1975.00, incl. sales tax; engine analyzer, $3844.60, incl. sales tax. Seattle Tool, two checks (M.O.) enclosed for $50.00 each; omissions analyzer, $1645.08, incl. sales tax; engine analyzer, $3203.32, incl. sales tax. Aaberg & Feek, two cashier's checks enclosed, $50.00 each; omissions analyzer, $1715.32, incl. sales tax; engine analyzer, $3280.26, incl. sales tax. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to refer to committee for evaluation and recommendation, carried unanimously. DUCTILE IRON PIPE ITT GRINNELL COP., $50.00 check enclosed; $111,618.54 incl. sales tax. Pacific States C.I. Pipe Co., Bid bond enclosed; $99,487.27, incl. sales tax. U.S. Pipe & Foundry Co., bid bond enclosed; truckload price $98,657.81, incl. sales tax; alternate for rail delivery, $97,828.21, incl. sales tax. (Just before opening U.S. Pipe bid, Council recessed from 11:10 A.M. to 11:15 A.M.). MOTION by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to refer the bids to com- mittee for evaluation and recommendation, carried unanimously. BID CALL - VAN for Communications Dept. Clerk read letter requesting bid call for new van; that since the CENCOM installation and test of electronics is essentially complete, the shift of work is now to maintenance and Mr. Patmon's efforts will be directed more fully toward functioning as a service technician so it would be desirable to exchange the Pontiac sedan for a new van type truck. Letter stated there is sufficient, including the CENCOM income, for such a purchase. Mr. Jarstad commented he had talked with Dave Patmort and agreed should have another service van and the only concern is that it should be within the operating budget. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to authorize bid call and declare the Pontiac surplus for trade-in, sale or transfer to other city department, but have the City Auditor evaluate Communication Dept.'s budget at this point in time to make sure the money is there, carried unanimously. COLD WATER METERS - Bid call Clerk read memo. dated June 22, 1976, from Water Supt. recommending bid call for a supply of water meters and trade-in of discarded units. This request is in connection with the extended upgrading program of the city. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the recommenda- tion and approve the call for bids, carried unanimously. WORK FORCE PROJECT - Water Main, Almira, Hollis to Clemens Clerk read momo. dated June 10, 1976, from Water Supt. recommending authori- zation be given to have the City Clerk advertise the installation project of -6- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 23, 1976 Page Seven 8' Water Main to be installed on Almira Drive from Hollis St. to Clemens St., total estimated cost $5,528.03. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the project to be done by work force and authorize the advertising by City Clerk, carried unanimously. HEARING DATES Clerk recommended the following dates be approved for hearings coming from the Planning Commission and now to be held before the City Council: 1. Walter Emery Rezone - July 14, 1976, at 10:30 A.M. 2. Joe Kinney Rezone - July 14, 1976, at 10:30 A.M. 3. Tim Arnold Rezone - July 14, 1976, at 10:30 A.M. 4. Lance Haynes Rezone - July 21, 1976, at 10:30 A.M. 5. Gary Lindsey, Vacation - July 21, 1976, at 10:30'A.M. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to set the hearing dates as recommended, carried unanimously. TRANSIT FUND Clerk read letter to City Council from City Treasurer dated June 23, 1976, requesting authorization to advance the Transit Fund $50,000.00 from the Federal Revenue Sharing funds to be reimbursed at the time the Motor Vehicle Excise Tax is received; May 31, 1976 Treasurer Report reflects a cash deficit of $15,329.46 in Municipal Transit. Under discussion: Commissioner Stewart suggested a close look at the transit situation. Mayor Jarstad stated there will need to be a meeting called to set up a transit area; that the county commissioners have left this up to the city; that other transit areas in the state have set up to use the sales tax method of revenue. Mayor spoke of the unfair household tax used at present. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve the request, carried unanimously. NAVY LETTER RE: INCREASE WATER & SEWER RATES Clerk read letter dated June 16, 1976, asking for data concerning need for increase of rates, etc., for review. Commissioner Stewart stated he had briefly discussed with the City Auditor a proposal of .05¢ for one hundred cubic feet of water and the same for sewage. Water Supt. stated he would like to discuss this with Commissioner Schoneman; however, commented that state law requires a charge equal to what it costs the city to furnish water. Commissione Stewart suggested that Mr Moor. look at the Defense Audit from last rate raise and he would have no objection to waiting a week. SEWERAGE FACILITIES PLAN Clerk read memo. of June 14, 1976, which stated there will be a public meeting on an Interlocal Agreement on Tuesday, June 29, 1976, at 7:30 P.M. in the Court Room, City Hall. ORDINANCE - SPRINKLING RATES Clerk read, first reading, "An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 3147 as amended by Ordinance No. 3184." Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve on first reading, by title only. Under discussion: Mayor Jarstad mentioned the possibility of passing this as an emergency next week, the full Council being present. Motion carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Comm. Stewart, Yes. ORDINANCE - WALKER REZONE Clerk read, first reading, "An Ordinance amending the use and area maps according to Ordinance No. 1792 (Walker)." Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve the ordinance on first reading, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes. -7- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 23, 1976 Page eight OLSON REZONE ORDINANCE City Clerk read, first reading, "An Ordinance amending the use and area maps according to Ordinance No. 1792 (Olson)." Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the ordinance on first reading, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes. BILLS Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to give blanket approval for payment of vouchers 2946 to 2949 and 2951 to 3033, inclusive, in the amount of $81,486.12, carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 11:40 A.M. -8-