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JANUARY I01 1973
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., PST, Wednesday, January 10, 1973. Attending werel
Mayor Jarstad (presiding), Commissioner S~honeman~ City Clerk Yeadon, Assistant City Attorney
Sexton, and representatives of the press and radio. Comissioner Clark was absent due to
family illness.
Meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Rev. Curtis Jennings of the First
Covenant Church.
MINUTES OF JANUARY 3~ 1973
The Minutes of January 3, 1973, were read and approved as amended.
SEPARATION
Patricia Larsen, Parks and Recreation Department, Effective January 3, 1973.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schonaman to approve the separation, carried unanimously.
NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT
Darlene Herrmann, Customer Relations Clerk, Water Office, $481.00 monthly, Effective January 1, 1973.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to approve the employment, carried unanimously.
(Employment certified by Civil Service Examination 5/4/72)
CHANGES IN PAY STATUS
Michael P. Fronczak, Patrolman Second Year to Third Year, $781.75 to $819.50, 1-4-73.
Joseph F. Hatfield, Patrolman First Year to Second Year, $750.50 to $781.75, 1-10-73.
Delmar Bruce English, Patrolman First Year to Second Year, $750.50 to $781.75, 1-10-73.
Gerald G. Bringle, Patrolman Second Year to Third Year, $781.75 to $819.50, 1-11-73.
Manford Borgen, Firefighter to Firefighter/Equipment Maintenance, $809 to $809 + 17.50, 1-1-73.
Reynold Mason, Firefighter/Equipment Maintenance £o Firefighter, $809 + $17.50 to $809, 1-1-73.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to approve the changes in pay status, carried
unanimously.
(OVER)
CHANGE OF NAME OF TAVERN - FOR}~RLY "THE CLINIC"
Clerk presented license application for changing the name of the "The Clinic Tavern" to the
"Mountain Time Tavern", located at Wheaton Way and Hollia Street; also explained that the owner-
ship is to remain the same, and the application has been approved.by Assistant Chief of Police
Wes Henry.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to approve the change of name to Mountain Time
Tavern, carried unanimously.
CHANGE ORDER - TRENTON AVENUE (NORTH KITSAP GRAVEL & ASPHALT COMPANY) - 16th TO STONEWAY)
Clerk read memo dated January g, 1973, from City Engineer to City Council which recommended approval
of subject change order and explained that this change order covers the cost of the rockery on the
west side of Trenton Avenue. Clerk then presented subject change order (NO? 1) to Redford
Engineers (Trenton Avenue UAB Project) for a total increase of $4,6~5.00 to the original contract
price. Clerk presented letter f~m Redford Engineers to City Engineer dated January 5, 1973,
which gave a breakdown of the computation of the change order.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to approve the change order. Under discussion:
Commissioner Schoneman noted that all funds for this change order are allowed under the UAB Project.
Motion carried unanimously.
CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - JOSEPHinE. EARL
Clerk presented Claim for Damages from Joseph E. Earl in the total amount of $198.18. Clerk stated
he has notified the City's insurance company afl this claim.
CALL FOR BIDS - EMERGENCY LIGHTS FOR POLICE CARS/BACKHOE-LOADER OR DEMONSTRATOR (PARKS DEPT.)
Clerk~presented requisition signed by Mayor Jarstad requesting bid call on various emergency
lights for Police Department vehicles.
Clerk presented memo from Parks Department Superintendent Andy Pendergast to himself requesting bid
call for one new 1973 or 1972 Backhoe-Loader or Demonstrator for the Parks and Recreation Department.
City Clerk explained that funding for all of these items is provided in the 1973 Budget.
Motion ~y Mayor Jaretad and Commissioner Schoneman to approve the bid call for the Emergency Police
Vehicle Lights and the Backhoe-Loader, carried unanimously.
HEARING DATE SET - LID #306/VELDEE ALLEY (24TH ST. - 26TH ST.)
Clerk read memo dated January 8, 1973, from City Engineer to City Council requesting that the final
hearing be held for the LID #306 Project; that if the Council approves finalization of this project,
this department will have the necessary resolution prepared for the Council meeting on January 17,
1973. City Clerk suggested the hearing date be set February 21, 1973, at 7:30 p.m.
Motion by Conmissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to set hearing date on the LID #306 Project,
for February 21, 1973, at 7:30 p.m.; carried unanimously.
PROCLAMATION - MARTIN LUTHER KING; JR.
Clerk read Proclamation of the Mayor proclaiming January 15, 1973, as "Doctor Martin Luther King
Day".
APPROVAL OF KITSAP COUNTY TR~F2%S.Ul{ER BOND (EX-OFFICIO COLLECTOR)
Clerk presented bond in the amount of $2,000.00 covering Bailey Jackson Blakemore, Tax Collector
and Ex-Officio for the City of Bremerton which amount was approved by the City Attorney.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to approve the bond in the amount of $2,000.00,
carried unanimously.
LETTER - BOUNDARY ~EVIEW BOARD RE: KITSAP COUNTY SEWER DISTRICT NO. 5
Clerk read letter dated January 2, 1973, from Kitsap County Boundary Review Board to City of
Bremerton which presented Notice of Intension submitted by the Kitsap County Sewer District%:No.
5 proposing the annexation of certain area into the district. Enclosed was a map outlining the
district. The letter also advised the Council that they have the right to demand a public hearing
on the merits of the proposed annexation. It was the consensus of the Council not to take any
Jurisdiction and not to d~aand a public hearing on the proposed annexation.
RESOLUTION NO. 1548 - FUNDING FOR RADAR EqUIPMENT/POLICE DEPARTMENT
Clerk read Resolution of the City of Bremerton, Washington, authorizing and directing the City
Council and the City Clerk to sign, on behalf of the City, an agreement between the State of
Washington, Washington Traffic Safety Commission and the City of Bremerton, for aid in financing
the cost of public facilities consisting of the acquisition of additional radar equipment to be
used by the Bremerton Police Department.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to pass Resolution No. 1548, carried as follows:
Mayor Jarstad, yes; C~ Clerk, 7c=; Commissioner Schoneman, yes.
REPORT - REVENUE SHARING
Clerk reported that the City has received its second Revenue Sharing Check in the amount of $161,869
along with the data used to determine the amount of the City's allocation. Clerk stated that the
first check received was in the amount of $168,697 which brings the total amount to $330,566;
approximately $5,000 less than what was anticipated due to a five percent Reserve being held by
the Federal Government.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to direct the City Clerk to send a letter to the
proper agency lodging a protest on the amount of money designated to the City of Bremerton under
the Federal Revenue Sharing Act. Mayor Jarstad stated that the amount of Revenue Sharing designated
to the City was based on an inaccurate population figur~and the tax figures used as part of the
data determining the allocation for the City seemed unfair due to the large federal agencies not
taxed by the City. The Mayor stated that arrangements are being made to meet with proper
authorities for negotiations on this matter. Motion carried unanimously.
iiClerk read letter dated January 9, 1973, from City Engineer to City Council requesting permission
be granted for the retention 6f Mr. Jenks Beard, Realtor, to appraise the .parcels of property
necessary for the development of the TOPICS Project at Sixth Street and Warren Avenue. Commissioner
Schoneman stated two portions of land are required to provide a turn movement lane at Sixth and
Warren and also another piece of land between Sixth & Seventh Streets on Warren is needed which
would make a storage lane for cars turning weet on Sixth Street.
Motion by Com~iasioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to authorize Jenks Beard to make the necessary
appraisals, carried unanimously.
LETTER - HIGHWAY COMMISSION RE: SIXTH STREET/OLYMPIC AVENUE TO PACIFIC AVENUE
Clerk read letter dated January 5, 1973, from State Highway Commission to City of Bremerton stating
the Department of Highways is planning the resurfacing of the eubJect highway and requesting the
City's approval of any necessary adjustments to numerous manholes, water valves, monuments, and
catch basins to the revised grade to eliminate depressions in the roadway.
Commissioner Schoneman stated that there will be a meeting with Mr. Korf, District Engineer, to
determine whether the City is responsible for the adjustment of the utility covers.
LETTER - J. J. SIMMONS RE: CONTRIBUTION TO CARILLON BELLS/HONORING HARRY S. TRUMAN
Clerk read letter dated January 4, 1973, from J. J. Simmons to Commissioner Schoneman sending a
donation to the Carillon Bell fund in memory of former President Harry S. Truman; also, requesting
a Carillon Bell Memorial Card be sent to Mrs. Bess Truman.
Commissioner Schoneman expressed his thanks for the donation to the Carillon Bell Fund and stated
that a Carillon Bell Memorial Card and a letter has been sent to Mrs. Bess Truman.
10:00 - RECOGNITION OF MATTERS NOT ON TIlE AGENDA
No one spoke at this time.
PRESENTATION OF WALK-A-THON AWARD BY HOWARD WHITNEY
Mayor Jarstad recognized Howard Whitney, Assistant C3tair~an of Kitaap County Chapter for Retarded
Children, in the audience and invited him to make his presentation.
Mr. Whitney presented Tony Balazic, Assistant Fire Chief, with a certificate signed by A. Lud Kramer,
Secretary of State, who headed the program in the State. Mr. Whitney explained that this certificate
is being awarded to Mr. Balazic because he successfully completed the twenty-mile walk during the
Walk-A-Thom for the retarded children. Mr. Whitney also noted that Mr. Balazic brought in $230.80,
which was the third largest amount of money brought in aa a result of the Walk-A-Thom. Mr. Whitney
also awarded Mr. Balazic with a record album and a transistor radio for bringing in over $200. Mr.
Whitney expressed his thanks to the City of Bremerton for their support, and presented a certificate
to the Mayor in honor of all the City Employees.
Mr. Balazic expressed thanks to Nell B~ck, Secretary to the Mayor, and Earlene Caldon, Secretary
to Commissioner Clark, for their support in getting him signed up for the walk; that they should
be given credit for getting him organized into the program.
Mr. Balazic thanked Mr. Whitney for the awards, and donated the transistor radio to the Chapter for
Retarded Children.
BRIEF DISCUSSION - UNION CONTRACTS
Leonard Clark was present at the meeting and stated that he hopes to have the Union Contract typed
and ready for signing by Friday or Monday.
Mayor Jarstad stated that the six percent raise is presently in effect on the assumption that con-
tracts will be signed.
HEARING - SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PERMIT/COMMUNITY THEATRE~ INC.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to hold hearing on the Permit for Shoreline
Management Substantial Development, carried unanimously.
Clerk stated he has received no correspondence in response to the legal advertisement he submitted
in the Bramerton .S~.n newspaper as required by law.
Mr. Plescher, City Planner, stated his Department has reviewed the application of the Community
Theatre and found it complete; also, recommended approval of the permit.
~f. Root showed the location of the Community Theatre on various maps. Showed property involved
which is to be leased by the City to the Community Theatre. Explained that a very minor portion
of the property to be developed lies within the 200-foot Jurisdiction of the Shoreline Act; that
the remainder of the portion to be developed is outside of the 200-foot lines. Read the Environ-
mental Statement which accompanied the application which stated that the development would not have
any impact on the environment, would not interfere with view of adjacent areas, that there would
be no construction on the beach, that the lan~leaping would maintain and enhance natural beauty
of the area, etc.
Jack Keyes, representing Comunity Theatre, Inc., stated there will be a guardian barrier at the top
:,of the bluff to prevent any accidents that might occur. Stated proper landscaping will be provided
to enhance the area. Mr. Keyes stated that they are making certain necessary drainage and surface
i!water is brought back into the parking area and channeled into the existing facility on Lebo Blvd.
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~ayor Jarstad questioned how many parking spaces are going to be provided, Mr, Keyea stated that
presently 56 spaces will be provided.
Eddie Adams suggested providing windows in the facility in order to allow a beautiful view from the
building.
Motion by Mayor Jaratad and Commissioner Schoneman to close hearing and approve the substantial
development permit, carried unanimously.
REPORTS - COMMISSIONER SCHONEMAN
1. Adjusting sewer line at Clare's Marsh which was recently acquired by the City; that the line
floated several years ago and it has been bedded properly with proper backfill and ia presently
operable.
2. Shorewood Drive Closure - Stated Mr. Pendergaat has had the gate constructed which is in place
but still open. Stated Mr. Pendergaat is also having a ped~atrian access entryway prepared
adjacent to this gate. Stated the Police Department has agreed with the closure date of January
15th and on this date Shorewood Drive will be closed to through traffic.
3. Received call from Olympia regarding Kitsap Way Turn Back; that contract will be brought before
the Council and included in the turn back which will be from First & Callow to within 90 feet of
Shorewood Drive intersection. Included will be the approval the City received last Fall for
$15,000 for maintenance which will allow the City to continue the project started last Fall of
Turn Movement lanes from National to Oyster Bay.
PAY BILLS
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schonaman to pay all bills that have been approved by a
majority of the Commission, carried unanimously.
LABOR AGREEMENT - FIREFIGHTERS
John Harnett, President of Firefighter's Untion Local 437, presented 1973 Labor Agreements between
the City of Bremerton and Bremerton Firefighter's Local 437 for signatures of the Council. Mayor
Jarstad explained that this Labor Agreement is identical to that of last year's agreement except
for the six-percent wage increase and a provision for emergency overtime call-back pay.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to sign the Firefighter's Labor Agreements,
carried unanimously.
REPORTS - MAYOR JARSTAD
1. Presented Fire Department Report for the year 1972 which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
O~tlined statistics for the year.
2. Presented Police Department Report for the year 1972 which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Outlined statistics for the year. Complimented Police and Fire Departments on the fine services
they provide and the efficiency in which they operate.
3. Last Thursday attended State Law and Justice Comities Meeting of which he is a member and a
$55,000 grant submitted by Kitsap County Co~nissioners was approved. Explained that the grant is
to implement Phase II of the Work Release Program involved in the new Jail facility in Port Orchard.
4. Will be attending regular monthly Air Pollution Control Meeting in Seattle today at 1:30 p.m.
5. Will be attending Puget Sound Goveremental Conference Meeting tommorrow in Everett at which
time a President will be elected. Stated that the Nominations Committee on which he serves
unanimously nominated Bill Mahan for re-election; that a second term has only been served by one
other President which was the very first.
6. Martin Luther King Day - Stated there will be a march to the City Hall and an appropriate pro-
gram has been planned with music by East and West High School students; also, stated there will be
an evening program at Coontz Junior High auditorium. Stated he appreciates the privilege to parti-
cipate in these programs.
:i~eting recessed at 10:45 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. at which time a hearing will be held on a Special
Use Permit for a Mortuary at Sixth Street and Veneta Avenue.
Recessed Meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington, was held in the Council
Chambers o£ City Hall at 7:00 p.m., PST, Wednesday, January 10~ 1973. Attending were: Mayor
Jaratad (presiding), Commissioner Clark (who entered the meeting at 7:29 p.m.), Commissioner
Schoneman, City Clerk Yeadon, Assistant City Attorney Sexton, and representatives of the press
and radio.
APPROVAL - BILL - PACIFIC BLECTRIC COMi~ANY (VIDEO TAI~RECORDING FACILITY)
Clerk explained that Purchase Order was issued in the amount of $407.95 to Pacific Electric Company
for the installation of Video Tape Recording Facility and the Communications Supervisor ordered
extra footage on conduit runs which was not forseen at the time of the original purchase in the
.tmount of $178.48. Explained that the total purchase is $586.43 and the bill needs some type of
Council action.
iotion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to approve the bill for the tape recording
equipment, carried unanimously.
CHANGE ORDER NO.. 2 - CO~tMIiRCIAL BUILDERS (Pb-MP INSTAI.Y.ATION/CITY GARAGE)
City Clerk explained that permission had been granted in a previous Council Meeting to purchase the
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;I exchange pump and do the necessary alec~rical work for installing the cumulative totalizer in the
office. Stated further that the way this proposed purchase worked out, it was necessary to involve
Commercial Builders who have e Current contract for performing certain of'the work which would be
duplicated by the Kem Corporation if they were allowed to get involved with the installation of the
pump and electrical portions. Clerk further stated it is reco~m~ended that Commercial Builders be
granted a Change Order (No. 2) to install the exchange pump and perform the electrical work in the
amount of $347.00, and that they be granted an extension of 21 calendar days because of the delay
in recalhulating the Job and getting delivery of the exchange pump. Clerk explained that Council
should approve waiving call for bids for the pump and cu~ulative totalizer for $566 inasmuch as
this used pump has been located and the old pump can be exchanged; that Kem Corporation would be
considered the single source of supply.
Motion by Comissioner S~honeman and Mayor Jarstad to grant Change Order No. 2 to Commercial
Builders in the amount of $347 and grant a 21-day extension; also, to waive the call for bids for
the pump and cumulative totalizer for $566 due to Kem Corporation being the single source of
supply, carried unanimously.
NOTICES OF EMPLOYMENT
Terry K. McCluskey, Assistant City Attorney, $662.50 Monthly, Effective January 1, 1973.
Ronald Richardson, Playleader, Parks and Recreation , $1.85 Hr.~ Effective December 16, 1972.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Con~issioner Schoneman to approve the employments, carried unanimously.
CHANGES IN PAY STATUS
Frank Blake, Planning Department, Extra Help to Engineering Aide, $562.50 mo., 1-1-73.
Arvilla Ohlde, Parks amd Recreation, Playfield Supervisor, $3.23 hr., 1-1-73.
i!Marilyn Menainger, Parks and Recreation, Playleader (Craft Director), $3.41 hr., 1-1-73.
Horace Blanchard, Bookkeeper, Parks and Recreation, $3.23 hr., I-1-73.
Murray Martin, Parks and Recreation, Extra Labor, $%93 hr., 1-1-73.
Vernie Morrieon, Night Attendant, Parks and Recreation, $3.23 hr., 1-1-73.
Joseph Leavell, Extra Labor, Parks and Recreation, $1.95 hr., 1-1-73.
City Clerk explained that the Chauges of Pay Status in the Parks and Recreation Department were
certain employees selected by Mr. Pendergast (Parks Superintendent) to received a six percent wage
increase.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Com~iasioner Schoneman to approve the changes in pay status, carried
unanimously.
HEARING - SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR MORTUARY - DAVID LA$SILAfCHARLES YOUNG
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to hold hearing on the Special Use Permit applied
for by David Lassila and Charles Young, carried unanimously.
Clerk stated he had published official Noti~ of Hearing in the newspaper at the proper time and also
, notified those property owners within a 250-foot radius of the subject property as required by law.
!!Explained; he also notified those persons who showed an interest in the matter including all those
~ipersons who signed the petition.
i!Clerk explained that this Special Use Permit for a mortuary at Sixth Street and Veneta Avenue was
iidenied by the Planning Commission and comes to the Council due to a Notice of Appeal whieh was
filed with the Planning Comiesion Secretary December 21, 1972. Clerk then read the Notice of
iAppeal which was sigged by David Lassila on behalf of Charles Young.
ilClerk read memo dated January 3, 1973, from George Plescher, Planning Director, to City Council
.ti~ting claCiftcatibns"he felt were required in reference to the Notice of Appeal.
.iClerk read letter dated December 26, 1972, from Dorothy Smith, Planning Commission Secretary, to
i;City Council, which stated that the Planning Commission denied the application for a special use
?permit for a mortuary in Commercial Zone during their regular meeting held December 20, 1972;
:!that the vote was three to two (3-2) and Mr. Lewis abet'slued from taking part in the hearing and
iwas not present for this item of business.
ilClerk read excerpt of Planning Commission Minutes of December 20, 1972, at which time the Planning
Commission denied the Special Uae Permit.
'iCommissioner Clark entered the meeting at 7:29 p.m.
IClerk read Staff Review dated October 18, 1972, recommending the Conditional Use he granted with
ilthe following conditions: (1) Construction shall be essentially the same as the site plan
.ipreseuted and (2) An architectural screen shall be placed between the exit and entrance drives
i!on the property line on Veneta and along the property line facing Sixth Street in front of stalls
i!18 and 19.
i'City Clerk presented the following letters:
Letter from Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1015 Veneta Avenue; in favor of the establishment of a
i!mortuary at Sixth and Veneta.
Letter from First Baptist Church~ 14th Street & Ohio (Bremerton); in favor of the establish~ent
of the mortuary.
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Letter from Holy Trinity Parish, Bremerton, in favor of the establishment of the mortuary.
Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth C. Baldwin., 613 Veneta, opposing the establishment of the mortuary
at the proposed location.
Letter from Kirby L. and CaKhleen Smith, 1515 Seventh Street, opposed to the establishment of the
mortuary.at the proposed location.
Memorandum from City Building Department stating they have no objections to the permit.
Memorandum from City Engineering Department stating they have no objections to the permit.
Clerk read letter of petition dated November 6, 1972, protesting the granting of a special use
permit for a new funeral home at the proposed location for several reasons including traffic
problems that would result, devaluation of property being located near a funeral home, shortage
of parking, etc. The Petition was signed by 137 persons.
Mr. Plescher, Planning Director, stated the property is presently zoned "C" or Co~uercial. Explain~
the Planning Department does recommend the permit in accordance with certain conditions set forth
in the Staff Review dated December 20, 1972.
Commissioner Clark questioned what City zoning classifications would allow a funeral home without
a special use permit. Mr. Plescher stated that a funeral home would be permitted in B-2 and B-3
zoning without a Special Use Permit.
Commissioner Clark questioned if Commercial zoning would be the equivilant of B-3 zoning, and Mr.
Pleacher stated Commercial zone and B-3 zone would be Just about the same thing.
Commissioner Clark asked Mr. ~lescher why a special use permit ia required under the Commercial
zone and mot required under a B-2 or B-3 zone. Mr. Plescher explained the reason is probably
because it is such a unique use which seems to be controversial. Mr. Plescher explained that
Commercial Zone is as broad as the B-3 zone except for the Conditional Use Permit required for a
funeral home; that this is the only difference.
Commissioner Schoneman asked if there was a difference in the definition of a funeral home and the
~lefinition of a mortuary. Mr. Plescher read a po~tion of the City's zoning ordinance relating
to funeral homes and found no difference in the definitions of a funeral home and a mortuary.
Commissioner Schoneman questioned whether there would be a crematory at this facility. Mr.
Plescher stated that as he understands it there will be a preparation room with caskets, etc.;
however, there will be no crematory.
PROPONENTS
Frank Shiers, Attorney representing David Lassila and Charles Young (Applicants), gave a historical
review of the matter.
'qr. Shiers stated that appeal of the Planning Cou~ission's decision was based upon the grounds,
· mongst others, that the appellants of petitioners had obtained the approval of the Chief Planner
for the City for the issuance of the special permit and also redrafted other plans for the pur-
pose of satisfying the Police Department to comply with all safety regulations and had likewise
obtained approval of the Building Inspector and City Engineer.
qr. Shiers pointed out hew close the vote of the Planning Con~ission was and pointed out that one
member on the Board who had previously acted favorably to the applicants' request was hospitalized
· nd not available to deliberate upon additional information furnished.
qr. Shiers explained that the appeal ia based on the grounds that their application was denied
on the basis that the Commission acted contrary to the weight of evidence in the case.
Mr. Shiers stated that the application submitted is legitimate and meets all zoning ordinance
requirements. Stated it is not detrimental to the Peace, Health and Safety of the public and
Is of benefit to the general welfare of the community.
~r. Shiers presented an economic feasibility analysis on behalf of the applicants and in favor
of the proposed permit. Stated the two funeral homes presently located in Bremerton are not cen-
trally located and public transportation is not presently available to the two funeral homes.
Stated the proposed funeral home will be ~entrally located and be of great convenience to the
elderly, and others relying on public transportation. Stated that the proposed location has
five churches in the vicinity which could be served by the proposed funeral home. Stated
the qualifications of the applicants as morticians and commented that funeral homes are a neces-
sary facility. Stated that the funeral home is to be residential in Scale and design and would
be beautifully landscaped.
Mr. Raymond A. Richards, Real Estate Appraiser, submitted a letter to the Council dated January
10, 1973, responding to certain allegations that were made at previous hearings of the Bramerton
City Planning Commission relative to the subject application, specifically as the objections
related to the claim that "Value of surrounding residential property would suffer because of the
aversion of potential buyers to locate near a funeral home". Mr. Richards explained that certain
potential purchasers would have a reluctance to locate within close distance to a funeral home
while others would pay no heed to its existence; also, stated that the same reaction is applicable
whether the property is developed for a drug store, a grocery store such as"7~11", drive-in
~sstau~ant, etc.; all of which are permitted under the present zoning. Mr. Richards explained
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he compared residential sales within close proximity to funeral homes to residential sales four
or five blocks removed from funeral homes, and he found no real difference in values. Mr.
Richards stated that while existence of the proposed facility may cause a lack of appeal in
immediate neighborhood, it is not evident from sales nor is there any indication of loss in
value to properties within close proximity. (It was noted that his survey was done in Seattle)
Attached to letter signed by Mr. Richards was a brief resume of Mr. Richard's qualifications as
an appraiser (member of MAI and SRA amon~ other qualifications).
Brief discussion was held relating to survey done by Mr. Richards at which time he (Mr. Richards)
reviewed some of his statistics relevant to questions of Assistant City Attorney Sexton.
Mr. Richards stated there is a church presently right across the street of the subject property
which conducts funeral services.
Commissioner Schoneman asked Comi~issioner Clark whether any type of public transportation is
provided to the existing funeral homes; that transportation is provided 'to Kitsap Lake Shoppin~
Center which would seem to be on the same route.
Cormnissioner Clark explained that at the present time the buses use Shorewood Drive and go through
3ackson Park area; that w/th the closure of Shorewood Drive, the buses would be using Kitsap Way
and would go by the funeral homes. Com~nissioner Clark stated that buses are serving the
Westpark area. Co~nissioner Schoneman noted that this is only a few blocks away from the funeral
homes.
Commissioner Schoneman spoke of traffic diffihulties at Sixth Street and Veneta; also, stated he
had witnessed traffic problems at Park and Sixth Street during the time a funeral home was in
that location.
Hr. Richards stated that in the City of Seattle traffic is directed through the Police Department
when a rather large funeral procession is expected.
OPPONENTS
Kenneth Baldwin, 613 Veneta, stated that the five churches in the vicinity along with the Navy
Yard already burden the area with too much traffic; that he has witnessed many accidents at the
crest of the hill on Sixth and Veneta. Stated there are a number of children going to school
in the area and the bad traffic situation should not be compounded.
William Beckett, spoke of traffic problems at present which would be even worse if the mortuary
was established; also, spoke of very dangerous conditions that would result during poor weather
conditions.with the extra traffic caused by the facility. Stated the parking requirement in the
zoning ordinance is barely minimum and that there won't be sufficient parkinE for those persons
who would attend the funeral services.
Assistant City Attorney Sexton questioned Mr. Beckett if he felt a mortuary would devaluate his
property. Mr. Beckett stated he would not mind living next to a mortuary; that it would not
bother him in the least and would not devaluate his property.
3os McDonald stated that the people in the area do not want a mortuary; that they feel it will
devaluate their property. Stated there must be better locations for a funeral home. Con~nented
that parking would not be adequate for a larger funeral. Stated that 138 persons have signed
s§ainst a mortuary at this location (by petition) and this should have some impact on the
decision of the Council.
Evelyn Thompson stated she owns property directly behind the proposed location and that the mortuary
would cause psychological effects to her family. Commented on present poor traffic conditions
which would be worse with the establishment of this facility.
~race Beck, 1217 Seventh Street, stated the people of the area value their homes and feel the
sstablishment of a mortuary would depreciate property values in the area. Also concurred that
the mortuary would cause poor traffic conditions.
~horalf Beck, 1217 Seventh Street~ commented on present poor traffic and parking conditions. Gave
his qualifications as a builder and engineer and stated that parking would not be adequate for this
proposed use.
Charles Bush spoke in favor of the mortuary and noted that the applicants have obtained permission
from the Catholic Church across the street to use the Church lot for parking.
~arge Varner, employee at Miller Woodlawn Funeral Home, commented that a funeral home is not a
full-time business and the hours of operation are not during the rush or peak hours of the day.
qr. Beck stated that he lived next to Reynold's Funeral Home and there were sometimes five or six
[unerals a day which caused traffic problems on Park Avenue.
Roger Hoffman, Assistant General Manager at Woodlawn Funeral Home, stated that in his experience
the average funeral accomodates about fifty people which would bring in twenty or thirty cars.
Stated that there are at times larger funerals and smaller funerals; that in recent weeks they
have acco~odated as many as 86 automobiles at one funeral.
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Ralph Butler, 707 Veneta, gave qualifications as mathematician and stated that the statistics
in Mr. Richard's report were not large enough to be accurate; that the sample was far too small
to be conclusive. Stated that nearly 140 residents have petitioned the proposed mortuary and this
should be highly considered by the Council; spoke of the heavy traffic on Sixth Street which
should not be compounded and noted that there are many children attending school in the area.
Stated property values will depreciate. Stated the egress at Sixth Street would be dangerous
and hazardous.
Mr. Shiers, Attorney, stated that this is a legitimate and ethical business which would be suitable
in appearance and operation.
Charles Young, Applicant, stated that Father Conger of the Star of the Sea Parish (across the
street of subject property) has given approval for them to use the church parking lot which has
75 spaces. Stated that they provide for 20 spaces and the three pall bearer cars and the coach
car would not be taking any of these 20 spaces. Stated many people have called him asking why
there isn't a mortuary in the downtown area because they miss the convenience of a central
location. Stated many elderly people cannot walk from the Westpark bus stop to Woodlawnwhich
is up-hill. Stated he and Mr. Lasalle want to bring business back to downtown Bremerton. Mr.
Young then showed the proposed facility on a site plan pointing out two views of the building
plus a covered parking area. Mr. Lassila stated that the parking spaces are 8 feet by 20 feet each.
Mr. McDonald, 703 Veneta, stated that Father Conger does not have the authority to grant parking
rights to the applicants; that this permission would have to come from the Church District Office
in Seattle. Stated this would be taking business out of Bremerton including a Beauty Shop, Barber
Shop, and Real Estate Office.
Mrs. Sisk, 3303 Teek Place, commented that Bremerton is in need of a mortuary that will charge
decent prices.
Commissioner Clark questioned the Assistant City Attorney (Sexton) whether the Council could
require additional parking although the ordinance only requires 20 spaces.
Attorney Sexton explained that the ordinance sets forth a minimum requirement and if the Council
feels that more parking should be provided, the Council has the right to require additional parking.
Mr. Sexton stated that the Council could deny the permit based on the fact that there is not
enough parking; that this would be under the determination of the Council. Mr. Sexton stated that
the parking ts under the discretion of the Council at this time.
Captain Lively, Bremerton Police Department, stated that in first looking into the traffic situation
ingress and egress was prohibited on Sixth Street and parking stalls were rearranged to have the
entrance on Veneta. Stated that 20 parking spaces may be more than adequate some of the time and
may not be adequate some of the time; that this all depends on the size of the funeral, etc. Stated
that this will compound the problem on Sixth Street. Co~nissioner Clark questioned Captain Lively
if a funeral procession of 20 or 30 cars would be a serious traffic problem. Captain Lively
stated that this would be a problem. Explained that the Police Department used to escort these
processions and then the funeral homes went into an Escort Service themselves using personnel
and off-duty police officers. Stated that cars in the procession would probably have to go through
some red lights and escorts would have to be at every intersection to direct traffic. Assistant
Attorney Sexton questioned Captain Lively whether this facility will promote a parking problem.
Captain Lively stated this would be difficult to answer because parking may be adequate most of
the time (the average funeral taking in about 15 cars); however, it may cause a problem during a
larger funeral taking in about 30 cars. Attorney Sexton questioned Captain Lively whether there
is already an existing parking problem due to the Navy Yard. Captain Live~y stated that there
are parking problems throughout the City due to the Navy Yard.
Mr. Richards commented that Bremerton's parking requirement is more strict than the requirement of
Seattle.
Commissioner Schoneman stated that this facility will cause traffic problems and increase hazardous
traffic conditions during poor weather.
Mayor Jarstad stated that regardless of the parking and traffic problems,athe'nelghbors of the
subject property do not want the establishment of a mortuary.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to defer the decision on the permit for further in-
vestigation and consultation with the City Attorney's Office and to make a decision two weeks
from today at 10:00 a.m. (January 24, 1973), carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 3055
~lerk read An Ordinance authorizing the National Bank of Commerce of Seattle, Washington, to act as
Fiscal and Cremation Agent for the City of Bremerton; and declaring an emergondy.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark topass Ordinance No. 3055, carried as follows:
Mayor Jarstad, yes; Commissioner Clark, yes; Commissioner Schoneman, yes.
Meeting adjourned at 10:04 p.m.
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G. C. YEADON, SR., CITY CLERK
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