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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/08/79 UNAPPR iD MINUTES CITY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING MINUTES May 8, 1979 . 'APE #156 Regular meeting of the City Commissioners of the City of Bremerton, Washington, (A) 2310 was held in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 239 Fourth Street, Tuesday, May 8, 1979 at 9:05 A.M., with Mayor Jarstad presiding. Also present were Commissioner Stewart, Commissioner Swanson, City Clerk Mandio, AsSt. City Attorney McCluskey and representatives of the press and radio. Meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and invocation was given by Rev. McFarland of the Manette Community Church. MINUTES OF MAY 1, 1979 Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve minutes as circu- lated, carried unanimously. SEPARATIONS Barbara J- Corradi, Accounting/Treasurer, Staff Programmer, 6/15/79. Gary Peterson, Parks & Recreation, Playleader, 5/8/79. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve separations, carried unanimously. NOTICES OF EMPLOYMENT Brent Buchanan Bartart, Parks & Recreation, Night Attendant, $5.00 per hr., 4/30/79. Merio Merle Rosetti, Cemetery, Extra Help, $3.75 per hr., 5/8/79. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve notices of employment, carried unanimously- CHANGES OF PAY STATUS Lowell Castle, Water Supply, Well Driller, 12A to 12B, $7.12 to $7.90 per hr., ~/24/79. 3ulia C. Gosselin, Public Works, Dept. Secretary, 6B to 6C, $5.16 to $5.71 per hr., 5/2/79. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to approve changes of pay status, carried unanimously. PAYROLL VOUCHERS Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve payroll vouchers: Salary Fund, gross payroll for payroll period 4/16/79 thru 4/29/79, $165,380.60 and Claim Fund, bank service fees and FICA for same period, $5,774.97, audited by Darlene Herrmann, carried unanimously. CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES Anita W. Allison, $128.10. The claim stated she tripped over a chunk of con- crete projecting from sidewalk and caused injuries to her face and mouth. Dorothy Rowland, $1OS.86for damage to her wash because of the water main break. Larry N. Wilson, Jr., $39.41. Hot water heater repair due to water main break. Lillian A. Peterson, $126.55. The claim stated she fell down due to broken sidewalk on 4th St. between Park and Pacific. Clerk stated copies would be sent to the insurance company and various departments for report. BID AWARD - Four-door Sedan (Fire Dept.) Clerk read memo from Asst. Fire Chief, dated May 4, 1979, which recommended that bid for new four-door sedan be awarded to Bennett Ford as low bidder, in the amount of $6,390.67. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to award bid to Bennett Ford in the amount of $6,390.67, as low bidder, carried unanimously. REPAIR OF HIGH VELOCITY SEWER CLEANING TRUCK Clerk read memo from Wastewater Superintendent, dated May 7, 1979, which stated the 1964 GMC truck engine and chassis has been inspected by Kent Gilcrest GMC of Tacoma to identify all work needed to restore the truck to a safe and reliable condition; that it would cost something less than $2,500.00 to add, repair or re,Place all defective or missing components on the truck proper; that it will pro~aSty cost another $2,000.00 to refurbish the high velocity cleaner com- ponents on the truck, including replacement of the high pressure hose. Commissioner CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES May 8, 1979 Page two Swanson stated the estimate to put the truck in very good condition was $1~7OO.OO; that the reason Mr. Proctor asked for approval to go beyond that amount is in case anything extra is found during the repairs that might bring it over the $2,000.00. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve repairs to the truck in the amount of $1,7OO.OO and if there is a cost overrun that it be declared an emergency and the truck can be repaired over and above the estimated cost of the repairs~ carried unanimously. CALL FOR BIDS - llth & Naval and Warren Avenue, 15th to 16th Projects Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated May 7, 1979, which requested permis- sion to call for bids on the above projects as soon as the specifications are complete and approved by the City Attorney. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to call for bids on llth & Naval Project and Warren Ave., 15th to 16th Project, carried unanimously. CALL FOR BIDS - Pine Road Supply Main Clerk read memo from Water Superintendent, dated May 4, 1979, which stated the plans and specs for the Pine' Road Supply Main are complete; that this will tie three reservoirs together; that there are Federal Grant Funds, State Funds and Local Funds involved in this project. The memo stated the plans and specs have been sent to the City Attorney's office and DSHS for approval. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to call for bids for Pine Road Supply Main upon approval of the City Attorney's office and DSHS, carried unanimously. CHANGE ORDER NO. 17 - Swimming Pool Clerk presented Change Order No. 17 for the Swimming Pool to install rebar in concrete curbs at Asphalt Parking Lot in the amount of $546.29. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve Change Order No. 17, carried unanimously. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - Firepumpers Clerk presented Change Order No.1 from Seagrave Fire Apparatus, Inc. to delete insulation over headline and delete all bronze pump housing and manifold and take cast iron, decreasing the amount by $8,649.73. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve Change Order No. 1 as stated above, carried unanimously. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - Lions Community Playfield Clerk presented Change Order No. 1 for the Lions Community Playfield to change Junction Boxes of Malleable Iron with gasketed and bolted covers to PVC Plastic Nylon~ Water-tight 3unction Boxes, no change in cost. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve Change Order No. 1, carried unanimously. PERFORMANCE BOND - Robert Brand, Jr. Clerk read memo from Compliance Officer, dated May 4, 1979, which stated that all work has been satisfactorily completed at 2809 Halverson and the performance bond may be returned to Robert Brand, Jr. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to accept completion of work and return $300.00 performance bond to Mr. Brand, carried unanimously. BOND AND PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT - Bod~ (6OO1 Auto Center Way) Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated May 2, 1979, attached to which was a Performance Bond & Agreement from Francis J. & Lola A. Bod~ to construct curbs, gutters and s.idewalks at 6th St. and Auto Center Way. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to accept Performance Bond & Agreement, carried unanimously. -2- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES May g, 1979 Page three RIGHT-OF-WAY DEEDS - Warren Avenue Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated May 7,'1979, attached to which were right-of-way deeds from Dennis J. Jeschke, Thomas G. & Margaret H. Morrison, Robert O. Oie, John Ro Sutton, Ronnie W. Ireland and Lois M. Ireland and Ronald n. and Mary E. Henderson for Warren Avenue from 15th to 16th. The memo stated these rights-of-way are necessary for the UAB project which will be constructed this sun~ner. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to accept deeds, refer to City Attorney for approval as to form and City Clerk for recording~ carried unanimously. WATER DEPT. WAREHOUSE REZONE ORDINANCE Clerk explained that the minutes of April 17th Council Meeting approving the fezone for the Water Dept. Warehouse do not state what the setback is; that Mr. Attebery and Mr. McCluskey stated the setback was to be 60 ft. from the property line on East 31st, which is the same as the Fire Station setback. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart that a condition of the rezone is that there be a 60-ft. building setback from East 31st, carried unanimously. ALLOCATION OF MOTOR GASOLINE, DIESEL & HEATING FUEL FOR MAY Clerk read letter from Chevron, USA, dated April 30, 1979, which stated that allocation fractions for May, 1979 are: Motor Gasoline, 80% and No. 1 a~d No. 2 Diesel and Heating Oils, 95%. WATER DEPT. ADDITIONAL DEPOSIT (Letter from Mrs. R.D. McRae, Jr.) Clerk read letter from Mrs. R. D. McRae, Jr., dated May 4, 1979, regarding a request from the Water Dept. for the deposit of an additional $40.00 deposit because they have been assessed a late fee of $2.50 on their water bill. A lengthy discussion was held regarding the deposit and Commissioner Stewart stated the ordinance gives him the authority to request an additional fee up to 2~ times the amount of water consumption. Mr. McCluskey stated he feels the ordinance stated that a deposit can be increased based upon their water consumption, not the fact that they are delinquent. He stated the purpose of the deposit is to guarantee payment. (Discussion continued after recess.) RESOLUTION NO. 1810 - Residential Parking Permit Area (Zone 13) Clerk read, "A RESOLUTION designating a residential parking permit area (Zone 13)". Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to pass Resolution No. 1810, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. ORDINANCE, FIRST READING - Fire Station Clerk read, first reading, "AN ORDINANCE amending the use and area maps of Ordinance No. 1792 (City of Bremerton - Fire Station)". MOtion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve ordinance on first reading, by title only, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. ORDINANCE, FIRST READING - Water Dept. Warehouse Clerk read, first reading, "AN ORDINANCE amending the use and area maps of Ordinance No. 1792 (City of Bremerton - Water Department Warehouse)". Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to approve ordinance on first reading, by title only, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. ORDINANCE, FIRST READING - Appropriating Additional Funds for 1979 Clerk read, first reading, "AN ORDINANCE of the City of Bremerton amending Ordinance No. 3481, as amended by Ordinance No. 3527, and appropriating additional funds for the year 1979". Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve ordinance on first reading, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. -3- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES May 8, 1979 Page four TAXI MILEAGE FARE Clerk read letter from Robert Maesner, dated May .7, 1979, which requested an increase in the allowable taxi mileage fare from $1.10 to $1.20 per mile. Ms. Mandio stated she would get some comparisons and report back to Council. BILLS Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to give blanket approval to vouchers 10040, 10041, 10043 & 10044 inclusive in the amount of $3,369.47 and vouchers 10048 thru 10131 inclusive in the amount of $77,324.88, audited by Darlene Herrmann, carried unanimously. Meeting recessed from 9:50 A.M. until 10:15 A.M. COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS Commissioner Stewart: Discussed water deposits and stated the ordinance does not specify when a deposit can be required; that it can be anytime. Mr. McCluskey' stated a deposit can be required at anytime up to 2~ times the rate of water consumption. Commissioner Stewart asked if the Council wanted to set another policy regarding this, and it was the consensus of the Council that it is proper. Commissioner Swanson: 1. Discussed the water supply and stated he feels the City will have sprinkling rates this summer with the provision that they can be stopped on a 15-day notice. Commissioner Stewart stated he felt sprinkling rates should be kept in force all summer unless there is a real emergency. 2. Building permits issued in April amounted to a total valuation of $2,205,767. Mayor Jarstad: 1. Pool opening will be June 2, 1979 at 10:OO A.M. and Norm Dicks will be present. 2. Stated the firefighters had voted to accept the contract without going to binding arbitration. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to accept contract with Fire- fighters, carried unanimously. 3. Stated he has been notified that the money for 50% of the funding of the White's Blueberry Farm is available and it is to be sent on a reimbursable basis. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to authorize conclusion of the purchase of White's Blueberry Farm and monies to come from Cumulative Reserve or interest bearing warrants, carried unanimously. 4. Reviewed the plans for the expansion of Lions Playfield and stated he will contact the Lions Group regarding help with the funding of this project. He stated it will be presented to the State in about three weeks. 5. Stated there have been negotiations with the Navy Dept. and Federal agencies regarding fire protection for the Jackson Park area; that it looks as if the City will be able to contract for fire protection in that area and this will mean a new west side fire station. HEARINGS - Lance Haynes Variance Decision and Bremerton Housing Authority Preliminary Plat Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to hold hearings in order as listed above, carried unanimously. TAPE #157 LANCE HAYNES VARIANCE DECISION (A) Ken Attebery, Planning Director, stated the Building Dept. re-analyzed the site and plans and determined that the lower level is a basement and that changes slightly the setback requirements, although it does not relieve them from any of the variance requests. He stated the required setbacks for a three-story structure are as follows: side yard, south, 6 ft. (proposed 2.57 ft.), Side yard, north, 5 ft. (proposed .33 ft.) and rear yard, 6 ft. (prOposed O ft.). CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES May 8, 1979 Page five Clerk read letter from Robert H. Green, dated May 3, 1979, attached to which was a letter from George Plescher. She then read the letter from Mr. Plescher, dated May 3, 1979, which stated this project conforms to the purpose add intent of the zoning ordinance. These letters are on file in the Planning Dept. Glenn Vockrodt, 1409 Marlow, stated the variance can be allowed as long as it is not tantamount to a rezone; that this would be tantamount to a rezone. He stated he thinks there are several legal questions that should be addressed. Mayor Jarstad stated the site has been evaluated and he is not in favor of granting the variances; that the area is very small for the number of living units. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Cormnissioner Stewart to deny request for variances, carried unanimously. TAPE #157 BREMERTON HOUSING AUTHORITY PRELIMINARY PLAT (A) 340 Clerk stated the hearing had been advertised, posted and letters of notification mailed to residents as required.by law. She read Planning Corfmission Resolution No. 528 recommending approval. She then read letter from Sheridan Neighborhood Association, dated May 7, 1979, which stated the Sheridan Neighborhood Associa- tion passed a motion at their regular meeting that they consider the plat to be undesirable as submitted because the density would exceed the 5 units per acre designated in their Neighborhood Plan for Medium/Low Density. This letter is on file in the Planning Dept. Ken Attebery, Planning Director, stated the location of the site is on the west side of Pine Rd. and the proposal is for a mixture of single-family and duplex units, with a total of 21 units. He stated there are two recreation areas and the plat also indicates a screening easement 15 ft. in width along Pine. PROPONENTS: ~. Paul Pazooki~ Engineer representing Bremerton Housing Authority, discussed a letter submitted to the Planning Commission which clarified the recommendations of'their soils reports. This letter is on file in the Planning Dept. He stated the proposed structures can be built on the site with no adverse effects. He stated the slope of the site is such that there is no way the area can be served with just one access; that some of the shrubs will be cut for the south entrance. OPPONENTS: Vernon Bouton, 2960 Rickey Rd., stated the concept is all right; he is arguing the issue of density. He stated that 21 dwelling units is the maximum allowed by the 1966 Comprehensive Plan and the density is not in keeping with the surrounding area. He stated he feels 18 dwelling units is the appropriate density and he requested that the City Council set the density at 18 dwelling units on the site. Mary Wagner, 3521Rickey Rd., asked if the density was figured on gross acreage or net acreage and Mr. Attebery replied his calculations were figured on gross acreage. She asked why the Commissioners did not use the Neighborhood Plan when figuring density rather than the 1966 Comprehensive Plan. Mayor Jarstad explained that the 1966 Comprehensive Plan has been adopted and the City has been working with the neighborhoods updating a comprehensive plan, but a new one has not been adopted. Mrs. Wagner stated she is concerned about 43 children in the development and stated she felt this was too many for 3.5 acres. She stated further she would like to see a fence around the development to protect the neighborhood from encroachment, especially on the west side; that the adjacent property owners will be overrun with children. She stated further she believes this development smacks of segregation and she feels the low-income housing should be sdattered throughout the City. -5- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES May 8, 1979 Page six Laura Bouton, 2960 Rickey Rd., stated she was concerned about the size of the play areas; that the location was bad. Nancie Wood-Mahan, Housing Coordinator for the Bremerton Housing Authority, stated the play area in the middle' will be an active play area and the one in the corner will be a passive play area with picnic tables, etc. She stated this proposal has been cut from 30 units to 21 units to meet the Comprehensive Plan requirements; that this proposal is to provide a housing opportunity for low and medium income families. She stated further that this is not a cost- effective development; that they are already three units short and to cut it by three more units will cause more hardship. She stated that as far as fencing the development goes, she does not think people should be walled in and she prefers not to have it fenced. Mayor Jarstad stated that most developments are fenced. Laura Bouton stated they had fruit trees next to the development and they would like to have them protected. Paul Pazooki suggested that a 15-ft. screening easement be placed on the west side and Mr. Bouton, stated there are 12-ft. high blackberry bushes there right now and he was hoping they would be retained as a natural fence. Commissioner Swanson requested that a decision be delayed for a week or two to allow him time to study the size of the play areas and have a closer look at the whole layout. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to delay decision until May 1979 at 10:30 A.M., carried unanimously. RESERVOIR NO. 19 - Completion of Work Clerk read memo from Water Superintendent, dated May 8, 1979~ which stated Reliable Steel Fabricators has successfully completed the construction of the two million gallon reservoir located off Ash St. adjacent to the hospital. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to accept Reservoir No. 19 as complete, carried unanimously. TRIMMING OF TREES AND SHRUBS BEHIND MR. LEICHTMAN'S HOME Commissioner Swanson announced that the City E~gineer has recommended that the City work with Mr. Leichtman and that the evergreen trees behind his home be trimmed to provide a minimum width of 10 ft. 6 in.; that this should give 15 to 16 inches of clearance for Mr. Alford's camper/trailer. Mayor Jarstad suggested that Mr. Alford be contacted to determine if this satisfies him. Motion by Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Jarstad to make contact with Mr. Alford and Mr. Leichtman and try to resolve the problem, carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 12:O5 P.M. Kathieen L. Mandio, City Clerk Approved: -6-