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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/18/79 UI~AVI/I(UVLL~ j~iINU 1 Lb CITY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING MINUTES ~]~: 12 ~!'[~ December 18, 1979 L', TAPE #175 Regular meeting of the City Commissioners of the City of Bremerton, Washington, (A) 1677 was held in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 239 Fourth Street, Tuesday, December 18,.1979 at 9:05 A.M., with Mayor Jarstad presiding. Also present were Co~nissioner Stewart, Co~issioner Swanson, City Clerk Mandio, Asst. City Attorney - ~Cluskey and representatives of the press and radio. Moeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and invocation was given by ~yor aarstad. MINUTES OF DECEMBER 11, 1979 Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve minutes as circulated, carried unanimously. OCCUPATIONAL OBSERVATION EXPERIENCE Clerk introduced Friday Sutherland from Bremerton High School, who was present to observe City Council Meeting. She stated Ms. Sutherland was interested in politics. NOTICES OF EMPLOYMENT Patricia Ann Farrell, Parks & Recreation, Playleader, $4.00 per hr., 12/17/79 - 6/80.' Kimberlee I. Morris, Parks & Recreation, Extra Labor, $3.00 per hr., 12/17/79-12/80. Clifford E. Wright, Parks & Recreation, Extra Labor, $3.00 per hr., 12/10/79 - 4/80. Della Mae Mydske, Equipment Rental, Office Asst. I, 1A, 1/2/80. Toby Lee Mosher, Parks & Recreation, Extra Labor, $3.25 per hr., 12/10/79 - 4/80. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve notices of employment, carried unanimously. CHANGES OF PAY STATUS Mildred Plumb, Police, Extra Help-Matron, $3.50 to $4.00 per hr., 12/10/79. Keith Dodge, Accounting/Treasurer, Data Processing Manager, $8.17 to $9.63 per hr., 12/24/79. Ray Otis, General Facilities, Superintendent, $8.10 to $8.65 per hr., 12/24/79. Marylyn J. Hamil ton, Accounti ng/Treasurer, Dept. Secretary/Coordinator of Cashiers and Customer Relations, $5.95 per hr. plus $100.00 per mo., 12/24/79. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to approve changes of pay status. Under ~sion: Mayor jarstad stated he had hoped to put all the supervisors' salary increases through at the same time. Clerk questioned whether the City is getting in a situation where each department head or supervisor can give extra duties and extra pay for that. She wondered what the policy of City Council is. Commissioner Stewart stated he thinks a desk audit would be a good move. Motion carried unanimously. EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT FUND Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Maj~or jarstad to approve employees' retirement fun"D'6'd'Tn the gross amount of $2,660.69, audited by John Ross, carried unanimously. PAYROLL VOUCHERS Motion by Commissioner Stewart and Mayor Jarstad to approve payroll vouchers: Salary Fun"~'6~',Gross Payroll for payroll period 11/26/79 thru 12/9/79, $214,272.73; Claim Fund, FICA and Bank Service Fees for same period, $7,375.28, audited by John Ross, carried unanimously. ALIVE Ka"~FFl'Lou Thompson requested an allocation of $20,000.00 from the City for the ALIVE Program (Alternatives To Living in Violence}. She stated they house approximately 30 people (women and children} and their service is not duplicated anywhere else in the County. She presented a summary of the first two years of the ALIVE Program, which is on file. Discussion followed and Commissioner Stewart stated he thinks there is a need for this program; but he thinks the abuser should be paying instead of the taxpayer. Ms. Thompson explained that it was very difficult to make the person doing the abusing pay; that this program offers a safe place for these women and children to stay. Commissioner Stewart stated he was not sure that $20,000.00 would be enough and Ms. Thompson agreed that it did look bleak right now, but she was confident they would be able to operate for another year. Mayor Jarstad thanked Ms. Thompson for her presentation and stated the City Council would have an answer to her request next week. CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES December 18, 1979 Page two WAYNE COWLEY PROPOSAL FOR BUILDING DEPARTMENT Clerk read letter from Wayne Cowley, dated Dec.. 15, 1979, which recommended that one building inspector position be removed from the 1980 budget; that this will. reduce the budget for the Building Dept. by $17,760.00. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to approve removal of one building inspector position. Under discussion: Commissioner Stewart stated he is very impressed with the type of work Mr. Cowley is doing. Commissioner.Swanson agreed that Mr. Cowley is doing a good job and his suggestions are well thought out. Motion carried unanimously. TOW I NG Capt. Shoemaker recommended that a Twoing Commission be established for the City, to consist of one police officer, one towing expert and one concerned citizen. He stated the function of the Towing Commission would be to listen to complaints, inspect equipment and test operators; that minimum requirements must be met before a towing company will be considered to tow for the City on an emergency basis. Commissioner Stewart stated this is duplicating what the State Patrol is already doing; that the towing should be rotated and give everyone a chance. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to instruct City Attorney to prepare an ordinance for Towing Commission as recommended by the Police Dept. Under discussion: Commissioner Swanson stated he talked to a number of cities and one of the areas they are most concerned with is the establishment of a Towing Commission. He stated he felt this could be very helpful. Motion carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, No; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. A lengthy discussion followed regarding the requirements for a towing company and Commissioner Swanson stated he felt a 20-ton wrecker would be sufficient; that a 25-ton wrecker is not necessary. Motion by Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Jarstad .t~V~ ~r.~e ~e~ ndations of Police ~regarding requirements for towing companies^anl a~prove ro~a~ion system on a 30-day basis. Under discussion: Chief Devery stated uniform regulations are necessary for everyone and they can be ready to begin the rotation system by Feb. 1, 1980. Motion carried unanimously. 'Mr. Penor thanked the Commissioners for their decision. WASTEWATER AWARDS - Don Proctor Commissioner Swanson stated he is very proud to have Dr. Proctor with the City of Bremerton; that Dr. Proctor has been awarded the 1978 Individual Distinguished Award of PNPCA and the 1979 Lyman Ketcham Award for contributions to the field of wastewater collection, design, construction, maintenance, etc. Mayor Jarstad complimented Dr. Proctor for his accomplishments. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Clarence Wilson, 71 Galyan Dr., asked if anything could be done about dogs running loose. He stated he has seen too many dogs get hit by cars. Commissioner Stewart explained that the Humane Society has a contract with the City to pick up stray dogs and there is an oPdinance in the City that states dogs cannot run at large. Vern Dunlap, 1022 18th St.. discussed the closure of Chester Avenue by .Olympic College. He stated the college has been closed but the barricades were left up until 4:30 Friday afternoon. He wondered why the City cannot put up signs notifying drivers that the barricades are lifted. Commissioner Swanson stated the barricades will be down until after the first of the year. Mayor Jarstad stated that hopefully an adequate by-pass system will be constructed soon. Meeting recessed from 10:40 A.M. until 10:55 A.M. HEARINGS - Schlie Rezone, Holliday Rezone & Dawkins Rezone Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Con~nissioner Stewart to hold hearings in order listed ~, carried unanimously. TAPE #176 SCHLIE REZONE R-1 to (A) 567 Clerk stated the hearing had been posted, advertised and letters of notification mailed to residents as required by law. She read Planning Commission Resolution No. 549 recon~nending denial and stated 18 advisory ballots were sent, 7 returned, one agreeing and six disagreeing. -2- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES December 18, 1979 Page three Ken Attebery, Planning Director, discussed the proposal and stated the Comprehen- sive Plan shows the area as low to mediu~ density residential (4-6 dwelling units per acre); that surrounding land use is R-1 in all directions. He stated the Planning Comm{ssion recommended denial on the basis of the six-unit scheme; that the applicant is presenting a new site plan for five units. He stated further the access from Rickey Rd. was also a strong factor for the Planning Commission to recommend denial; that Rickey Rd. is a narrow, one-way street and is considered to be less than ideal. PROPONENT: Gerald E. Schlie, 6825 24th NE, Seattle, archi tect, discussed the proposal using a colored sketch and site plan. He stated three duplexes could be built on this property, but the owner felt a five-unit structure would fit in better with the neighborhood. He stated they plan to sell the units as condominiums. He stated he thinks it only fair that the developer contribute to upgradin9 Rickey Rd., as they will be contributing to the traffic flow. OPPONENTS: Vernon Bouton, 2960 Rickey Rd., stated he is concerned with the density of the proposal. He stated it is completely out of character with the neighborhood; that duplexes will be put in if this rezone is denied. He stated he feels this is unfair and he does not want the neighborhood inundated with duplexes. He asked if this would set a precedent if it were approved and Mr. McCluskey stated that another developer could make this point in requesting a rezone on adjacent property (if this rezone were approved). Mr. Bouton stated he hoped the City Commissioners will stand behind the Planning Commission decision to deny this rezone. Commissioner Stewart asked Mr. Bouton if he preferred three duplexes or a five-unit structure and Mr. Bouton replied from the standpoint of design, he finds the five-unit structure more desirable. He stated his main concern is the opening up of R-2 in the area; that other developers might not be as considerate as Mr. Schlie. Barry Branch, 3115 Sahali Dr., stated he thinks this is a well-conceived project and it will enhance the neighborhood. He stated he is concerned with upgrading the road system; that he does not think it is unreasonable to ask the residents to share the costs of an LID to jointly improve the entire road system and not put the burden on one developer. Commissioner Stewart stated he would like to see Rickey Rd. improved and an LID would be an easy way to finance the improvements. Mr. McCluskey explained that the property owners have to initiate an LID. Discussion was held regarding the improvement of Rickey Rd. and Mr. Schlie stated. he did n6t think his client would object to a fair division of the costs for improving that road. Commissioner Stewart stated he felt $5,000.00 would be a fair assessment for the developer to pay and Commissioner Swanson felt $3,000.00 would be a better figure. Bob Frisbie, Asst. City Engineer, stated he thought it would cost between $10,000.00 and $15,000.00 to bring Rickey Rd. up to minimum standard. Mr. Frisbie stated that storm drains are a secondary concern of the Engineering Dept. and the applicant will be required to strictly control all water runoff from the property in accordance with State law. Vernon Bouton stated he is willing to work with the City in the development of Rickey Rd.; that he owns 220 ft. along that road. Mr. Slate, 351 East 30th, stated he would like to see Rickey Rd. improved, but he does not feel he should have to fund it. He stated he likes the looks of the proposal rather than duplexes. C. L. Woods, East 29th, stated the sewer line is overloaded now and he asked if the sanitary sewer will be tied to the one below. Mr. Schlie replied that there are two sewer lines that are serving the site now. -3- CITY COK~4ISSIONERS' MINUTES December 18, 1979 Page four Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve rezone R-1 to R-2, subject to t'~following conditions: (1) That the development be built as a condominium and no sale of more than one unit to any individual or corporate company be allowed; A condominium declaration shallbefiled with the Planning Dept. prior to the issuance of an occupancy permi t; (2) The storm drainage and sanitary sewer system ' shall be developed to the standards set by the City Engineer; (3) The site shall be developed essentially the same as the Gerald Schlie, Kurihara Townhouse site plan, dated Nov. 30, 1979, which was presented to the Bremerton City Council on ~ Dec. 18, 1979; (4) The owner/developer shall improve a portion of Rickey Rd., said portion b> be identified by the City Engineer. The Rickey Rd. development will be made to the same standards as required in the Chelsea Plat submitted by Dave Jewell; (5) The granting of this fezone to R-2 is an alternative to the development of duplexes on the site and shall not be considered as a zoning precedent for the area. Motion carried unanimously. TAPE #176 HOLLIDAY REZONE R-1 to B-3 (A) 2242 Clerk stated the hearing had been advertised, posted and letters of notification mailed to residents as required by law. She read Planning Commission Resolution No. 550 recommending denial. She stated 15 advisory ballots had been sent, three returned and all three disagreeing. She then read letters from Mary E. Zabel and Joseph Ott opposing the rezone. She stated a call had been received from David and Janet Hayford opposing the rezone. Ken Attebery, Planning Director, stated Mr. Holliday had contacted him and Mr. Holliday is considering modifying his proposal and could not be present today. He stated Mr. Holliday has requested a continuance. Discussion followed and Commis- sioner Stewart stated it is not fair to bring the neighbors down time and time again and have a different plan presented. Mayor Jarstad stated that the Council had passed a motion sometime ago that scheduled hearings would continue as scheduled and this hearing will continue. PROPONENT: No one was present to speak for the rezone. OPPONENTS: Ed Okerman, 1015 Hanford, stated that anything that generates more traffic would be a hazard to the neighborhood. He asked where the commercial zone is going to end; that hedges not think it should be extended down side streets from Wheaton Way. Mike Schrader, 1012 Hanford, stated it is difficult' to ~urn left from Hanford onto Wheaton Way and they do not need any more traffic on Hanford. Henry Cummings, 922 Hanford, stated he is against any business encroachment in the neighborhood. John Peabody, 910 Hanford, stated he objects to any business encroachment; that any more traffic would increase the hazard to children. Mrs. Henry Cummings, 922 Hanford, stated that encroachment on single-family dwellings can have a domino effect and she would prefer to see commercial go no further than it is right now. Barry Branch stated an adequate site plan should have been submitted to Council before the hearing. Mayor Jarstad stated it is very difficult to make a decision when the petitioner is not present; that concern has been voiced that an adequate site plan be submitted and the petitioner be present at the hearing. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to concur in recommendation of Pa"l~'~l'ng Commission and deny request for fezone, carried unanimously. -4- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES December 18, 1979 Page five TAPE #176 DAWKINS REZONE R-1 to R-2 (B) Clerk stated the hearing had been advertised, posted and letters of notification mailed to residents as required by law. She read Planning Commission Resolution No. 547 recommending approval. She stated 32 advisory ballots were sent, 21 returned, with 3 agreeing and 18 disagreeing. She then read letter from Donald ' Van Ruth, 2803 Halverson, opposing the rezone. Ken Attebery, Planning Director, stated the site is located along Sheridan Rd.; that single-family and duplexes surround the proposal. He stated the proposal is to construct 16 units to be sold as condominiums; that there will be 32. parking spaces and the greater portion of the parking will be covered. Mayor Jarstad stated Mr. Dawkins has been very active in his political campaign and if anyone wished, he would step down from the hearing. He stated this would have no bearing on whatever decision he might make. No one requested that he step down. Bernie Dailey, 2728 Cherry, stated one of his primary concerns is the water runoff to his property. He stated he should be protected by having the proper drainage put in; that proper traffic lights should also be put up. He stated there is a need for a caution light at Chestnut. Gaylan McLaughlin, 2740 Cherry, stated drainage is the biggest problem. He stated that traffic is bad and there should be a light at Sheridan and Cherry. He dis- cussed the sewage problem and stated the sewer is totally inadequate. Mayor Jarstad stated that a development like this will help to control the drainage; that the water will not just run off and come onto his property. He stated the water will be diverted into the storm drainage system. Morrie Dawkins, 2818 McClain, introduced Barry Branch, the architect for the development. Barry Branch discussed the proposal and stated the units will be sold as condominiums and there will be covenants which provide for repair, n~intenance and upkeep of the building and the grounds. He stated they are fully prepared to comply with all regulations to handle water runoff and the collection of water. Commissioner Stewart stated the drainage problems should be taken care of so it will not be a financial burden on the neighbors. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to approve rezone R-1 to R~2, subject to the following conditions: (1) The site shall be d~veloped essentially the same as the Barry Branch site plan dated Nov. 20, 5979, which was presented to the Bremerton City Council on Dec. 18, 1979; (2) That the development be built as a condominium and no sale of more than one unit to any individual or corporate company be allowed. A condominium declaration shall be filed with the Planning Department prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit; and (3) The storm drainage and sanitary sewer system shall be developed to the standards set by the City Engineer. Under discussion: Commissioner Stewart stated the motion should also state that there will not be any financial burden to the neighbors for water runoff; that the developer should be financially responsible. This amendment was not added to the motion and motion carried as follows: Ma.vor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, No; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. Meeting recessed from 2:00 P.M. until 2:30 P.M. MEETING AT FOREST RIDGE PARK TO DISCUSS PARK IMPROVEMENTS (Minutes of meeting will be added at a later date.) -5- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES December 18, 1979 Page six DISCUSSION OF SHORELINE DEVELOPMENT City Council met with Jim Root, City Engineer; Ken Attebery, Planning Director; Gordon Bell; and Paul Isaki. Issues of downtown waterfront development and redevelopment' were discussed including location of a new Bremerton Ferry Terminal, the potential for private waterfront development and associated transportation and circulation issues. I't was the consensus that locating the new terminal at the First and Washington site would be the most conducive to stimulating private waterfront and CBD redevelopment. Economic and circulation questions should be explored in more detail during the Environmental Impact Statement. Particular concern was raised regarding the provision of off-street parking to replace' that which will be lost through ferry terminal and private development on the waterfront. Meeting recessed from 4:30 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. HUD SINGLE PURPOSE BLOCK GRANT HEARING - Trident Related Bob Theroux, Grants Administrator, stated application has been made for $300,000.00 in matching Trident Impact Funds to construct the new west side fire station; that it will cost $700,000.00 for the new fire station. Commissioner Stewart asked where the other $400,000.00 will come from and Mayor Jarstad stated it might be through a bond issue. Me~yor Jarstad discussed negotiations with the Navy to provide fire service for Jackson Park and the new hospital. Larry Rankin asked where the new fire station would be located and Mayor Jarstad stated it might be on Arsenal Way. Mayor Jarstad asked for public testimony, but no one was present to speak. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Stewart to approve submission' of preliminary ~ grant, carried unanimously. REMOVAL OF BOILER ROOM BUILDING - Kiwanis Field Clerk read memo from Parks Superintendent, dated Dec. 12, 1979, which recommended removal of the boiler room at Kiwanis Field. Clerk explained that only certified/ qualified workmen maJ~ be involved in the removal. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to authorize removal of the boiler room at Kiwanis Field, carri'ed unanimously. CALL FOR BIDS - Electrical for Computer Room Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to call for bids for electrical system ~computer room, carried unanimously. BID AWARD - Janitorial Services Clerk read memo from Commissioner Stewart, dated Dec. 3, 1979, which recommended that bid for janitorial services be awarded to Control Janito~ as low bidder. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to award bid for janitorial services for t'T{y Hall and 5th St. Library to Control Janitor as low bidder, carried unanimously. ENGINEERING SERVICES CONTP~ACT - Gray & Osborne, Inc., P.S. Clerk read memo from Water Superintendent, dated Dec. 14, 1979, attached to which was contract for professional services for the Miens Creek Water Supply Stuc~y. The memo reconmnended approval of the contract and stated the study will enable the City to use the Hiens Creek water this coming spring. Motion by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve contract with Gray & Osborne Consulting Engineers and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to sign for the City, carried unanimously. BREM-AIR P~ATES Clerk read letter from Richard Netzell, CPA, dated Dec. 4, 1979, which stated the pick up rates have been com piled reflecting an increase of 12.467%. A copy of the rate increase was attached. Motion by Commissioner Stewart and M~or Jarstad to approve rate increase, carried unanimously. TAXICAB DRIVER'S LICENSE APPLICATION Benny Ray West, approved by Phil Corliss for Chief of Police. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to approve application for taxicab ~ license, carried unanimously. rlver's ~6- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES December 18, 1979 Page seven REPAIRS TO FIFTH ST. LIBRARY Clerk read memo fromAsst. Purchasing Agent, dated Dec. 11, 1979, which stated that current problems revolve around the existing furnace and related heating radiators throughout the building; Mr. Millius has found that allthe steam traps and inserts are in need of replacing and the approximate cost per unit is $14.00. Motion by Con~nissioners Stewart and Swanson to approve repairs to 5th St. Library, carried unanimously. REDUCED RATES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS Clerk read letter from Harold Messer, dated Dec. 12, 1979, which requested'that City Council consider granting reduced rates for utilities for senior citizens who are on 10w fixed incomes. She then read letter from Brooks Snyder, dated Dec. 10, 1979, requesting the same. Discussion was held and Commissioner Stewart suggested that a poll be done to determine what the public thinks; that i f rates are cut for senior citizens, rates will have to be increased for others. Commissioner Swanson stated he would like to look at Senate Bill 2077 before making a decision. STREET LIGHT - Lower Oyster Bay Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated Dec. 13, 1979, which stated that ali 9ht and pole can be installed for $508.00 at the north end of Lower Oyster Bay. Motion by Commissioners Swanson and Stewart to authorize Puget Power to install the T~and the cost of installation to be charged to Street Fund Street Lights (542 63 37), carried unanimeusly. BLOCK GRANT AREA WIDE CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE Clerk read memo from Block Grant Coordinator, dated Dec. 17, 1979, which stated Bill Woods, Geofrey Hosea, Larry Lortz and Henry Sharp have volunteered to serve on the Block Grant Area Wide Citizen Advisory Committee for the Nov. 1, 1979 to Oct. 31, 1980 Block Grant program year. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to approve appointment of above individuals to the Committee, carried unanimously. PERFORMA~ICE AGREEMENT - Conifer Development Clerk read memo from City Engineer, dated Dec. 17, 1979, which stated that Conifer Development has deposited a cashier's check in the amount of $3,000.00 to cover the cost of placing a proper pavement patch over the sewer connection at 3206 Pine Rd. Motion by Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Jarstad to approve Performance Agreement and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to sign for the City, carried unanimously. B&O TAX ~presented letter from A1 Snyder, President of Chamber of Comnerce, dated Dec. 18, 1979, which requested that the B&Otax be reduced by 25%. This letter is on file in the Clerk's office. ORDINANCE NO. 3567 - 1980 Budget Clerk read, second reading, "AN ORDINANCE of the City of Bremerton approving and adopting the financial budget for the several funds of the City Government for the City of Bremerton for the fiscal year 1980 and appropriating the amounts set forth in said budget to each fund in accordance with RCW 35.33.075". Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to pass Ordinance No. 3567 on second reading, by title only, carried as follows: M~or Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. RENEWAL OF LEASE AGREEMENT - Pat Estabrook Clerk read letter from Pat Estabrook, dated Dec. 17, 1979, which requested that the lease for the basement rooms of the 5th St. Library be renewed. Mayor Jarstad directed that the request be referred to Parks Superintendent. ANSELL JOHNSON CONSULTING SERVICE -Internal Control Discussion was held regarding a proposal submitted by Ansell Johnson for consulting service regarding internal control. Commissioner Stewart stated there is a need for internal control; that there is a lot of money coming into the City. Ms. Mandio stated she has mixed emotions regarding hiring an outside consultant since the City -7- CITY COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES December 18, 1979 Page eight pays the State auditors approximately $25,000.00 a year. Commissioner Stewart stated he would like to get another proposal from someone else before making a , decision.- ORDINANCE NO. 3568 - Repealing Ordinance No. 2570 Clerk read, second reading, "AN ORDINANCE repealing Ordinance No. 2570 relating to the moving and relocation of certain structures". Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to pass Ordinance No. 3568 on ~reading, by title only, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commis- sioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. ORDINANCE, FIRST READING ~ Sewer Charges Clerk read, first reading, "AN ORDINANCE amending Ordinance No. 3147 as amended by Ordinance No. 3307 and Ordinance No. 3446 relating to City of Bremerton sewer service charges'!. Motion by Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Jarstad to approve ordinance on first ~g, by title only, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. RESOLUTION NO. 1836 - Increase of Beneficiary Retirement Distribution Clerk read, "A RESOLUTION relating to increase of beneficiary retirement distribu- tion". Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Swanson to pass Resolution No. 1836, carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, Yes; Commissioner Stewart, Yes; Commissioner Swanson, Yes. BILLS ~n by Commissioners Stewart and Swanson to give blanket approval to vouchers 13863 thru 13971 inclusive in the amount of $122,029.07, audited by John Ross, carried unanimously. COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS Commissioner Stewart: 1. Stated he would like to have someone look at the house at 1028 Burwell; that it is a real fire hazard. 2. Stated he received a petition to change the bus route for bus route #4 and the bus company has been looking at it. Mayor Jarstad: He expressed concern about the method of giving the raise to Marylyn Hamilton. He stated that Federal requirements necessitated an Equal Employment Officer and nobody else would take the job, so that is different from this situation. Commissioner Stewart stated he is willing to have a desk audit of that position; that her secretarial duties are only 10% of her job. Mayor Jarstad stated that if that is the case, there would have to be a new job description and that is what should be done. He stated that these raises should be handled through the correct procedures in conjunction with Civil Service rules and union contract. EASEMENT - Puget Power Commissioner Swanson presented an easement from Puget Power to cover Puget Power's proposed underground facilities to serve the Water Reservoir at Olympus Dr. and East 31st St. Motion by Commissioner Swanson and Mayor Jarstad to accept easement, carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 P.M. ity C Approved: Glenn K. Jarstad, _R_