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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 26, 1976
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington,
was held in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 9:00 a.m., PBST, Wednesday,
May 26, 1976. Present were: Mayor Jarstad, presiding; Commissioner Stewart,
Commissioner Schoneman, City Clerk Yeadon, Asst. Attorney McCluskey, and
representatives of the press and radio.
Meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by G, C. Yeadon,
Sr., City Clerk.
MINUTES
Minutes of May 19, 1976, were approved as read.
EMPLOYMENTS
Ronald Gingrey, Extra Labor, Parks & Rec., $2.30 hr., May 20, 1976.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the employment,
carried unanimously.
CHANGES IN PAY STATUS
Terry K. McCluskey, Asst, City Attorney, $3.74 to $9.68 hr., Effective 5/30/7~.
Gary Sexton, Asst. City Attorney, $6.81 to $10.74, Effective May 30, 1976.
Gordon Walgren, City Attorney, $7.10 to $]1.04 hr., Effective May 30, 1976.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to approve Changes
in Pay Status, carried unanimously.
PAYROLL VOUCHERS
Clerk presented payroll vouchers for the pay period May 3 through 16, 1976, as
follows: PNB Gross, $174,064.74; Co. Fica, Bank Service, $4,980.47; also
read memo from Auditor noting charge for Stop Payment fee on a check that was
lost in a night deposit box. Audited by John Ross.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve the payroll vouchers,
carried unanimously.
BID AWARD - STAIRWAY/WARREN AVENUE BRIDGE
Clerk read memo dated May 25, 1976, from City Engineer to City Council recom-
mending bid be awarded to low bidder, Don Orury Company, and explained he
would be meeting with the contractor on Friday morning to discuss minor changes
on the protect however, unit prices will remain the same.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to award bid to low
bidder, Don Drury, as recommended, carried unanimously.
PURCHASE OF 8" METER - SINGLE SOURCE OF SUPPLY
Clerk read memo dated May 20, 1976, from Chuck Moore, Water Supt., to Commis-
sioner Schoneman requesting authorization to purchase eight-inch Hersey MFM/MCT
Meter which is patented and only available through one company, Hersey Meter
Company. Asst. Attorney McCluskey approved the purchase based on Mr. Moore's
memorandum.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to authorize purchase
of meter from sinlge source of supply as recommended, carried unanimously.
MASSEUSE APPLICATIONS
Clerk presented Masseuse License Applications for Karen Ann Fazio and Betty
Russell; both approved by Police Chief and Health Department.
Motioo by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve the applications,
carried unanimously.
SLOPE EASEMENT - SHERIDAN RD.
Clerk read memo dated May 20, 1976, from City Engineer to City Council submitting
easement from Clyde and Pearl Cooper necessary to complete Sheridan Road (Pine'
to McClain) project.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to accept easement,
to Attorney's Office for checking as to form, and to City Clerk for
recording, carried unanimously.
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VOUCHER - MALCOLM CAMPBELL & ASSOC.
Clerk presented Voucher in amount of $855.50 in connection with Architectural
Services on Kitsap Day Care Center Project and explained it has been reviewed
by Asst. Attorney McCluskey. Mr. McCluskey stated the bill is proper and the
City will be reimbursed as grant funds are received.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Commissioner Schoneman to authorize payment
from the Cumulative Reserve for General Municipal Purposes, carried unanimously.
SENATE BILL 2996 (EMPLOYEES' HOLIDAYS)
Clerk read memo dated May 19, 1976, from City Auditor to City Council submitting
copy of SB 2996 and legal analysis from Attorney General's Office regarding
employees' holidays. City Clerk explained this is concerned with a change in
the designated holidays for employees. Referred to City Attorney's Office for
recommendation.
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT - CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
Clerk read memo dated May 25, 1976, from City Auditor to City Council recom-
mending line item adjustments based on $30,000 contingency fund granted to the
City Attorney's budget.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to accept the line item
adjustments as recommended, carried unanimously.
CHANGES OF PAY STATUS - CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
Clerk presented Changes in Pay Status for three Attorney's based on the line
item adjustments recommended by the Auditor. See Page 1 - Changes of Pay.
BOND RESERVE FUNDS
Clerk read memo dated May 21, 1976, from City Auditor to City Council stating
there is an excess of 144,000 over the maximum requirements in the reserve
funds for outstanding Water Revenue Bonds and giving several options for the
use of these funds. Brief discussion followed and Commissioner Stewart stated
low interest bonds should be paid as scheduled; however, high interest bonds
such as the parking garage bonds should be paid off. Stated Auditor should
check to see if the parking bonds have a covenant until a later date.
BRANCH ANNEXATION - MEETING/PETITIONER
Barry Branch, petitioner, was present at the meeting. Clerk read memo dated
May 25, 1976, from Planning Department to City Council explaining legal
procedures to be followed by the Council. Discussion was held and the following
motions were made:
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad that there is no significant
adverse environmental effects and a detailed EIS not be required, carried
unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad that the Council will accept
annexation if the petitioners are successful in gaining the signatures of
the owners of 75 percent of the assessed valuation, carried unanimously.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart that the petitioner be required
to assume all or any portion of existing City debts; carried unanimously.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart that this be brought in under
R-1 zoning, carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to direct the Planning Depart-
ment to prepare the 75 percent petition, carried unanimously.
DIRECTORY ASST. COSTS - CENTREX
Clerk presented letter from Dept. General Administration explaining directory
assistance costs on the centrex system. After six calls per lihe, 15¢ charge.
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JOHNSON PROPOSED ANNEXATION
Cl~rk read memo dated May 26, 1976, from Planning Department to City Council
submitting ten'percent annexation petition from Bertram Johnson for property
which lies north of the intersection of Sheridan Road and Olympus Drive.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to accept lO percent petition.
Died/question not called.
Ken Attebery, Asst. Planner, gave presentation showing boundaries of the
proposal. Commissioner Schoneman suggested the annexation boundary be extended
north of the Perry Avenue Mall property
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to send petition back to
the planning Department and have them explain to the petitioner that the
Council wants the boundary of proposed annexation extended north above the
Perry Avenue Mall property, carried unanimously.
lO:O0 - LITTLE BRITCHES RODEO COURT
Mayor Jarstad introduced the following: Queen Toby Kersey; Princess JoSan Leonard;
Princess Susie Reynolds; Princess Sandi Bates; Queen Mother, Anita Sanford.
The Rodeo Court gave presentation to the Council and pictures were taken.
REPORTS - COMMISSIONER STEWART:
1. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to write a letter to the
Navy to open up negotiatios for water/sewer Service rate increase, that there is a deficit
in the Water/Sewer Fund; carried uannimously. Mayor Jarstad stated that City-
wide negotiations will take place to correct the deficit.
2. Very grateful to the employees who painted City Hall; very ambitious people
and a fine job.
REPORTS - COMMISSIONER SCHONEMAN:
1. Presented proclamation which was read by City Clerk proclaiming May 23
through 29, 1976, as "Bremerton Public Works Week". Gave lengthy report on
public works projects in progress and those being held up due to lack of
funding.
2. Water main leak was reported on Sheridan and Perry and immediate repairs are
being made.
3. Bids will be opened June 16th on 16th & Warren Channelization project.
CITY CLERK REPORTS:
1. Announced letter has been received from American Legion extending invita-
tons to City staff to attend Memorial Day services at Ivy Green Cemetery.
MAYOR - REPORTS:
1. Attended excellent ceremony honoring Chuck Warner, Director of Chamber of
Commerce, who will be leaving that employment. Appreciate his city involvement
and hard work at the Chamber.
2. Discussed PSGC; hope to obtain full membership back in the Conference in
order to receive federal funds that may be jeopardized.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Bob Love, Attorney, presented letter to the City Council dated May 26, 1976,
in opposition to special use permit granted to St. Paul's Episcopal Church for
a cemetery; urged Council to review granting of this permit and forestall
issuance and to allow citizens to attend a public hearing to present their
views on this matter. Commissioner Stewart stated he was opposed to the
permit being granted and Commissioner Schoneman concurred. Ken Attebery,
Asst. Planner, stated the Planning Commission acted properly under the zoning
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ordinance and acted on the application on its individual merits; that it was
not the intent to set a precedent for other churches. Mayor Jarstad stated
the matter would be reviewed. Asst. Attorney McCluskey stated an appeal
could be made to the Planning Commission within a ten-day period on such
matters and that now an appeal might be made to the City Council, even by
a Council member, but not sure whether planning would accept.
HEARINGS
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to hold hearings as scheduled
on the agenda, carried unanimously.
SIMMONS REZONE HEARING (CONTINUATION)
Michael Broskovich, Tepee Realty, presented two plans to the Council; one
showing parking and layout and one showing the unit structures as proposed.
Ken Attebery pointed out the new plans would all be subject to Departmental
approvals.
(Mayor Jarstad Left Meeting 10:45 a.m.)
OPPONENTS
Lloyd Narris, Burwell Street, stated he was still opposed to the project due
to high density for the area.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to allow the rezone
based on the two plans presented which are subject to Departmental evaluation
and in accordance with the Planning Commission Recommendation, carried unanimously.
LINDSTROM SHORELINE MANAGEMENT
City Clerk stated he advertised notice of hearing in newspaper as required. No
one was present to speak in favor or against the matter. Ken Attebery, Asst.
Planner asked that the matter be tabled next week for positive notification to
the applicant and additional Departmental Reviews.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Commissioner Schoneman to continue hearing
to next week, carried unanimously.
B&B INVESTORS REZONE
Clerk stated he advertised hearing, mailed notices, posted notices; all at the
proper time as required by law.
Clerk read Planninq Commission Resolution No. 347 recommending approval of
the rezone from Kitsap Co. Residential to Residential-Two subject to the
following:
1. That the site be developed essentially in accordance with the site plan.
2. Fire Department be satisified with emergency access to the property from
Crestview Drive.
3. All Existing utility easements be honored in the development of the project.
4. Before permit is issued adequate water be provided to service the project
for domestic and fire protection.
Hearing recessed for bid openings.
BID OPENINGS - HOIST
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Commissioner Schoneman to open bids as
scheduled. Clerk opened bids as follows:
Pratto Sales, Seattle ....................... No Bid Deposit ........ $1,262.40
SME Sales, INc., Tacoma, Bid Deposite $50 .........................1,202.25
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Aaberg & Feek, Bid Deposit $50 ......................................$1,223.25
B&E Equipment, Seattle, Bid Deposit $50 ...............................1,064.58
Ace Tank & Equipment Co., Bid Deposit $50 ........................... 2,250.38
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to refer bids to
committee for recommendation at next meeting, carried unanimously.
PARKING GARAGE OPERATION:
Diamond Parking -$400 mo. plus 10% collection box over $1500 Jan-Nov and 10%
Collection box over $3,000 in Dec.= 1% monthly parking review per month.
Commissioner Stewart stated this comes to about $20 monthly increase or about
a five percent increase.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to award bid to Diamond,
carried unanimously.
Recess ll:lO. Called to Order 11:20.
B&B INVESTORS CONTINUED:
Clerk continued reading information in the file including excerpt of Planning
Commission Minutes dated Feb. 17 and April 20, 1976.
Presented undated petition in opposition to the rezone signed by Nancy Peterson,
5809 Burchfield Drive and 16 other persons; all in general vicinity of property
proposed for rezone, due to the following reasons:
1. Hazardous traffic pattern both off of Kitsap Way (left turn) and on
Crestview Drive (left turn at crest of hill and 30-ft. access both on Burchfield
Dr. and Crestview Dr.)
2. Inadequate water pressure at present time during peak hours.
3. No sewer available (56 units on septic tank?)
4. No playground area for children.
5. Three houses on east side of Crestview Dr. would become an "island" between
parking areas proposed and existing streets.
6. Inadequate parking.
7. No guarantee that view of existing homes will be retained.
8. No EIS Submitted.
9. Increased risk of vandalism.
lO.Increased noise pollution.
Ken Attebery, Asst. Planner, gave presentation and explained that when the
matter was first before Council no site plan was submitted and Council wanted
EIS; however, now site plan has been submitted and Planning Department
recommends detailed EIS not be required.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart that a detailed EIS
not be required, carried unanimously.
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PROPONENTS
Leonard Kruse, Attorney representing petitioners, explained proposed development
and site plan. Stated proper and adequate facilities will have to be provided
before a building permit is issued; view will not be obstructed'~homes on
Crestview; play area will be provided; that they are willing to change the
Crestview Drive emergency access if this is approved by the Fire Department
who originally requested the access on Crestview, and this seems to be the
major objection.
OPPONENTS
The following persons spoke in opposition to the rezone for reasons stated in
the petition: Walter Schreiber, 1530 Crestview Drive; Larry Reierson,
1525 Crestview Drive; William Gurchfield, 5681 Kitsap Way; Mr, Burchfield
also requested a 35 MPH speed all along Kitsap Way including Cemetery Hill.
Discussion followed concerning the Crestview Drive Access to be used for
emergency purposes and it was the concensus of the Council that the Fire
Department be contacted regarding feasibility of emergency access on the
South side of the project.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to approve the
rezone as recommended by the Planning Commission with the exception that the
emergency access be placed on the south side of the project, if found feasible,
in place of this access on Crestview Drive; carried unanimously.
WELTE CHANGE OF SITE PLAN
Clerk stated he advertised notice, mailed notices, posted notices; all at the
proper time as required by law.
Clerk read Planning Commission Resolution No. 353 recommending denial of the
site plan change; also, read excerpt of the Planning Commission Minutes dated
April 20, and presented related correspondence in the file.
Ken Atteberry,'Asst. Planner, gave presentation to the Council, presenting
site plan and showing location of the proposal.
PROPONENTS
James Welte, Petitioner, explained that a four-unit would not be feasible for
him economically; that he is willing to reduce his request another unit, down
to six units and to eliminate one parking stall to enlarge the parking stalls.
Stated traffic study indicated this area does not have heavy traffic and the
Comprehensive Plan shows high density for the area.
The following persons spoke in opposition for reasons of high density in the
area, parking problems, increased traffic: John Walton, 2002 lOth Street;
Norman Bozona, property owner within 250 feet; Oliver Anderson, 2008 lOth
Street; Mr. Sandberg, 2024 llth Street; Mr. Phillips, 2007 lOth Street.
Property Owners indicated they were not opposed to four units and felt this
would be good for the neighborhood; however, they were opposed to anything
over four units.
Mr. Welte stated he would like to change the site plan presented to six units
and eliminate one parking stall; that he has already gone down one unit and
this would be a compromise from eight to six units.
Mr. Walton stated the reason that this lot has not been developed is because
it has been overpriced for over 20 years. Commissioner Schoneman stated that
this lot is an eyesore to the neighborhood and he felt the proposed six units
would be an asset to the area.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart that Mr. Welte be
allowed to change the site plan at this time from four'to six units as indicated
on the plans submitted by Mr. Welte. Died/lack of second.
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(It is to be noted that Mr. Welte changed the site plan he presented from 7
to 6 units and initialled this change on the plan during the meeting)
Commissioner Stewart recommendedthe hearing be continued to next week; not
to take testimony, but to allow the Mayor to vote on the matter.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Commissioner Schoneman that hearing be
continued one week in order for the Mayor to cast a vote on this matter;
carried unanimously.
GRANT APPLICATION - COMMUNITY CRIME ALERT
Clerk read letter dated May 25, 1976, from Grants Administrator to City Council
requesting authorization to submit grant-in-aid application and authorization
for the Mayor to sign.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Commissioner Schoneman to authorize Mr.
Theroux to submit the application and to authorize Mayor to sign, carried
unanimously.
OFFER OF GRANT AWARD - STORAGE RESERVOIR & TRANSMISSION MAINS (SANDRA LANE/VENA AVE.)
Clerk read memo dated May 25, 1976, from Grants Administrator to City Council
requesting authorization for Mayor to sign offer of grant award from DSHS
for construction of the subject water system improvements.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to authorize Mayor
to sign, carried unanimously.
JACKSON PARK RESERVOIR - DSHS APPROVAL
Clerk read letter dated May 24, 1976, from Dept. Social & Health Services
indicating Design Report for N.A.D. Jackson Park Reservoir has been approved.
AUTHORIZATION FOR JUNE 16 BID OPENINGS
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to authorize Max
Marangi, APA, and John Ross, City Auditor to open bids as scheduled for June
16, 1976, 11:00 a.m. on Traffic Channelization Project/16th & Warren and
No. 3 Transmission Line so they can refer bids to committee for review and
report to a later City Council Meeting; carried unanimously.
AGREEMENT - BREMERTON NAVAL HOSPITAL ACCESS ROAD
Clerk presented agreement between City of Bremerton and Federal Highway
Administration for construction and maintenance of subject road. Commissioner
Schoneman explained they will provide the road and the City will then accept
the road subject to approval of State, County and City offices; noted the
City would then maintain the road.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Stewart to approve the
agreement subject to review of the City Attorney's Office, carried unanimously.
ZAMPELLA REZONE ORDINANCE
Clerk read, first reading, An Ordinance amending the use and area maps according
to Ordinance No. 1792.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Commissioner Schoneman to approve ordinance
on first reading, Carried as follows: Commissioner Stewart, yes; Commissioner
Schoneman, yes.
ORDINANCE - SICK LEAVE (DENTAL/OCULISTS)
Clerk read, first reading, An Ordinance amending Section 16 of Ordinance No.
1~13 pertaining to sick leave.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Commissioner Schoneman to approve ordinance
on first reading, carried as follows: Commissioner Stewart, yes; Commissioner
Schoneman, yes.
BILLS
Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Commissioner Schoneman to give a blanket
approval of Vouchers 2624 to 262~ & 2630 to 2709 in amount $80,877.76; audited
by John Ross; carried unanimously.
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