HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/09/72 CITY COUNCIL }~ETING MINUTES
AUGUST 9, 1972
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., PDST, Wednesday, August 9, 1972. Attending were:
~[ayor Jarstad presiding, Commissioner Clark, Corm~issioner Schomeman, City Clerk Yeadon, City
Attorney Walgren, Eddie Adams, and representative of the press.
b~eeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by ~{ayor Jarstad.
~INUTES OF ~JGUST 2~ 1972
The ~inutes of August 2, 1972, were read and~approved as amended.
SEPARATIONS
Jack Floyd, Extra Help, Street Department, August 2, 1972.
Steve Peterson, Extra Labor, WAter Distribution, August 4, 1972.
Leonard Collins, Helper, Water Distribution, July 14, 1972.
Larry Greene, PT Playleader, Parks and Recreation, August 11, 1972.
Kristi Norris, PT Playleader, Parks and Recreation, August 11, 1972.
James Stuart, PT Playleader, Parks and Recreation, August 11, 1972.
Gary Foraker, Extra Labor, Parks and REcreation, July 17, 1972.
~fotion by Commissioner Sehoneman and Commissioner Clark to approve the separations, carried
unanimously.
NOTICES OF E~LOYMENT
Robert Samuel Frender, Extra Labor, Street Dept., $2.25 hr., August 8, 1972.
Gordon Rtnke, Extra Labor, Street Dept., $2.25 hr., August 7, 1972.
~tion by Co~issioner Sehoneman and b~yor Jarstad to approve the employments, carried unanimously.
CHANGES IN PAY STATUS
Owen ~orttz, Operator I, WAter Supply, $675 + $2~ to $760 + $20.
Ray Lobe, Operator II, WAter Supply, $650 + $20 to $677.50 + $20.
Glen E. Smestad, Operator I, WAter Supply, $675 + $20 to $760 + $20.
Ben Duke, Operator I, WAter Supply, $675 + $20 to $760 + $20.
LaVerne ~eyer, Wastewater Operator Trainee, From Extra Labor to $612.50, August 7, 1972.
The Commissioners discussed whether the changes in pay from $675 to $760 would be proper in
accordance with the 5.5 percent wage increase limitation set forth by the federal wage control
since the City has already granted these employees a two percent raise this year.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to approve the changes in pay and grant
the three employees in question the highest increase allowed staying ~ithin federal limitations.
!~nder discussion: Commissioner Clark explained that these employees should be allowed an increase
that is as close as possible to the salary given in the same position in another department; also
recommended that the City Clerk contact the Internal Revenue Service to explain this situation,
~[otion carried unanimously.
CLAU! FOR D~AGES
Clerk presented Claim for Damages from Iry }{oritz in the sum of $27.17, which is to be referred
to the insurance company.
TkXICAB DRIVI~R LICENSE
Shaun ~cKtnley ~yers, Approved by Captain Lively.
~otion by ~yor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to approve the application, carried unanimously.
BID AWARD - ELECTRONIC CALCULATOR
Clerk read memo dated August 8, 1~72, from City Engineer to Council recommending that the bid of
the Computer Design Corporation for an Electronic Calculator be accepted.
~otion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to accept the recommendation of the City
Engineer and the bid be awarded to Computer Design Corporation, carried unanimously.
BID AWARD - JET SEWER CLEANING }~CHINE
Clerk read memo dated August 8, 1972, from E. G. ~mble to Co~nissioner Schoneman recommending that
the contract on purchase of a Jet sewer cleaning machine be awarded to Salhberg Equipment Company,
who submitted the only bid and meets all specifications.
~otion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to award bid to Sahlberg Equipment Company,
carried unanimously.
C.~LL FOR BIDS - STREET DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT
Clerk read memo dated August 7, 1972, from Archie ~ttinger (Street Supt.) to Commissioner Schone-
man requesting authorization to call for bids for one (1) Self-powered Utility (Materials)
Spreader.
:~tion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to authorize call for bids. Under
discussion: Commissioner Schoneman co~ented that on Monday and Tuesday of this week (hottest
days in the year) his crew was preparing sand and salt for next year's ice conditions. Commiss-
ioner Clark questioned whether this equipment is funded for in the Equipment Rental Fund and the
City Clerk stated this was correct. Motion carried unanimously.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES - AUGUST 9, 1972 Con'd
HEARING DATE SET - LID #312
Clerk read memo dated August 9, 1972, from City Engineer to council requesting authorization to
set a public hearing o~the final assessment for L.I.D. #312 (Kitsap Lake Business District) and
suggesting that the hearing be held on September 13, 1972; also, stated the Engineer's Office
will prepare the resolution to be passed at the Council Meeting on August 16, 1972.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commiasioner Schoneman to authorize a public hearing to be set
on September 13, 1972, at 10:00 a.m., carried unanimously.
CONTRACT EXTENSION - EEA #1
Clerk presented contract for extension of. EEA #t Grant for Co~nissioner Clark's signature.
Commissioner Clark explained that this grant will be extended for a period of nine months and
~rill include all positions; that if it was extended for a full year the City would have had to
eliminate some EEA #1 positions.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to approve the contract extension and authorize
Commissioner Clark to~ sign the contract, carried unanimously.
Mayor Jarstad recessed the meeting at 9:35 a.m. so the City Council could participate in the
award being presented by the State Police Officers Association to Senator WAlgren for his
excellent ~rk in behalf of legislation in the field of Justice at the last legislative session.
~eeting called to order at 10:00 a.m.
OPEN MEETING
Nancy Grant, speaking for five representives of the Community Theatre (now present) requested
the Council to enter into a lease agreement with the Community Theatre giving the Theatre the
right to build on City property and giving the Theatre exclusive use of the building, which would
be owned by the City. Mrs. Grant also asked for the Council's active support in helping to
raise funds for this project.
Mayor Jarstad commended the Community Theatre efforts and commented that the Theatre is a great
asset to the community and has always had city cooperation.
Proposed plans and funding was discussed with the Commissioners. Comissioner Clark explained
that according to charter, the Theatre would not have exclusive use of the building if built on
city land; however, it could have primary use.
Cormnissioner Schoneman suggested possible sites for the Community Theatre, including the Marine
Barracks at the former NAD site.
The :,~yor suggested that at this time the persons representing the Community Theatre set up an
appointment with the Parks and Recreation Superintendent (present at this time) for a meeting in
order to evaluate all available locations and possibilities.
Mr. Rice, Gregory Way, also commented that the Marine Barracks is a fine possibility.
Commissioner Clark explained that under the EEA Program the City employs a Federal-State
Program Coordinator (Bob Theroux), and suggested he be authorized to investigate any possible
funding for this project.
Mrs. Grant stated that the Theatre has attempted to acquire funding and none was made available;
that the City application may show better results.
Motion by C~m, lssioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to authorize Bob Theroux, Federal-STate Program
Coordinator, to make an investigation as to any possible funding for this project, carried unani-
mously.
Mrs. Grant thanked the Commissioners for their interest in the Community Theatre and for the
cooperation they have shown.
Jerry Jacobson, Program Coordinator for Higher Ground, Inc. (speaking in connection with proposed
"Half-Way House"), questioned the Council as to what the status is on the "Half-way House"
Ordinance, or if there was an ordinance being prepared.
City Attorney Walgren stated that the half-way house, as described, is not considered a correct-
ional center and the proposed site on Gregory Way would not be prohibited under existing zoning
codes. Mr. Walgren also stated that an ordinance is being prepared, which includes many restric-
tions, for submission to the City Council.
Commissioner Clark stated that under present zoning codes this half-way is permitted and there
would be no legal grounds for preventing it from being developed; that the Council should
immediately have an ordtnance2prepared for passage giving Jurisdiction over this matter.
City Attorney Walgren stated the ordinance he is preparing is close to being completed and he
would submit this to the Council before the next meeting for their review so that it could
possible be ready for passage at the next meeting.
Commissioner Clark suggested that Mr. Jacobson not take any action in the development of this
half-way house until the Council has had an opportueity to investigate the ordinance under
which be ,~ould be operating.
COUNCIL MEETING MI:UJTES - AUGUST 9, 1972 Con'd
Mr. Jacobson agreed and stated th,t he would com~ly with all city ordinances. He also stated
that they do not plan to establish a half-way house for ex-offenders until January 1, 1973,
because of monies not being available; that for the remainder of this year they may be oper-
ating as a regular boarding house.
Cv~.,imm~oner Schonemau questioned Mr. Jacobson as to what criteria establishes a proper location
for a half-way house. Mr. Jacobson explained that the ex-offender should not be separated from
the community, should be close to transportation because they are not provided with an automobile,
and park and recreation facilities nearby would be a asset to the program.
Commissioner Schoneman questioned Mr. Jacobson as to what other sites in the City he had invest-
igated. Mr. Jacobson spoke of other sites that had been investigated and explained that the
proposed site on Gregory Way was much preferred for its location and for financial reasons.
Conmissioner Schonaman asked Mr. Jacobson if he had explored the Servicemen's Center on Washington
Ave. Mr. Jacobson stated he has reviewed this building before and will look into this alternative
again; however, it may not prOVide the proper family-type setting.
Mr. Rice, Gregory Way Resident, stated he felt Gregory Way is an improper location for this half-
way house; that most of the residents are widows or retired persons in a residential area.
OPEN BIDS: POLICE MOTORCYCLE
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman to open bids on the police motorcycle, carried
unanimously. Clerk opened the following bids:
Harley Davidson of Seattle ..... $750 Trade-in Allowance .......... $2,861.25
Harley Davidson of Tacoma ...... $750 Trade-in Allowance .......... 82,887.50
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to refer the bids to the Police Department and
the proper committee for determination of award at nemt meeting, carried unanimously.
PAYROLL VOUCHER
Clerk presented Payroll Voucher for the pay period ending July 29, 1972, in the total amount of
$118,330.41; audited by Mr. Fitzwater and approved by Commissioner Clark.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to approve the payroll voucher, carried
unanimously.
LETTER - ESTABLIS}~{ENT OF SOLID WASTE COMMISSION
Clerk read letter dated July 17, 1972, from Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney to Mayor Jarstad,
which stated the City of Bremerton-Kitsap County Department of Public Health has requested that
necessary legal steps be taken to form a Solid Waste Commission for Kitsap County consisting of
10 members, three of which are members from the City of Bremerton; also, requesting a letter
stating whether this proposed organization is satisfactory.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to concur in the suggestion and so advise the
Prosecuting Attorney, carried unanimously.
VUE WEST DRIVEWAY BOND #75-19-15
Clerk stated this bond has been approved by the City Attorney's Office and the City Engineer pre-
viously recommended the Council to accept this bond to insure the dr&veways being replaced in the
VUE WEST plat.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to accept the bond.
Under discussion: Commissioner Clark explained that the work on these driveways was not done
satisfactorily and the City is now requiring a bond which will guarantee the work will be done
again properly. Motion carried unanimously.
LETTER - COMPREHENSIVE SEWAGE DRAINAGE BASIN PLAN
Clerk read letter dated August 4, 1972, from Bill Mahan, Chairman of Board of County Commissioners,
to Mayor Jarstad, which stated that Kitsap County has ~een designated Basin Coordinating Agency of
Sewage Drainage Basin No. 15 by the Department of Ecology for the purpose of preparing a
"Comprehensive Sewage Drainage Basin Plan; also, requesting the City Council to designate an
indlvidu&l to participate on the "River Basin Coordinating Committee."
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and C~missioner Clark to designate Commissioner of Public Works Fred
Schoneman to participate on the Committee, carried unanimously.
Eddie Adams, in connection with the Community Theatre, stated he spoke with a representative of
the Theatre and advised her that the steel building she spoke of could prove to be a disappoint-
ment because of the extra noise heard during the rainy season and excessive leaking problems in
steel buildings.
PAY BILLS
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoheman to approve all bills that have been
approved by a majority of the Commiaaion, carried unanimously.
REPORTS
Commissioner Clark:
1. Had City Clerk read letter dated August 3, 1972, from the Puget Sound Governmental Conference
~o Commissioner Clark, which stated the Transportation Policy Advisory Committee had recommended
to the full Conference that the City's nt~ber one priority study, consisting of a total project
cost of $7,500 be supported by two-thirds funding; also stated it is anticipated that priority
number two program can be funded from a new 1973 budget. The letter also gave instructions and
details for follo~ng up the approvals with the grant application. Commissioner Clark stated, as
he had in a previous Council Meeting, the details of the two priority programs.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to authorize the preparation and submission of the
formal papers which are required~ carried unanimously.
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES - AUGUST 9, 1972 Con'd
REPORTS Con'd
2. Advised that the room directly behind the Council Chambers is now being used as a conference
room which it was originally planned for. He also advised that Room No. 213 has been prepared
as a "sick room" which more than complies with State regulations.
Commissioner Schoneman:
1. Discussed problems of water shortage in near-by communities and praised Bremerton City water
system for having no problems despite the increase in water usage. Commissioner Schoneman also
presented a report on the engineering study of the City of Bremerton's WAter Distribution System
which was undertaken by direction of the Councillabout a year-and-a-half ago. This Report stated
that there will be sufficient water to meet the anticipated needs until 1985 provided the proposed
18-inch main and additional storage is built. The Report is on file in Cor~nissioner Schoneman's
office.
2. ~t with representatives of the Engineering Department and State Highway Department and the
City was given authorization to obtain an estimate on the Kitsap Way Fifth-laning Improvement
between Marine Drive and Oyster Bay Avenue; will be meeting with the State Highway Department
again in the morni~ to discuss the possibility of receiving full funding for the improvement
from the State to pay for the City doing the w~rk.
3. Yesterday, walked Navel Avenue with City Engineers for final inspection. Complimented Mr.
Parker and Mr. Rasmussen on a, complete and excellent Job. The only problem was with a curb
leading on First Street whichl~opposite a driveway; however, spoke with Asst. Chief of Police WEs
Henry who suggested the curbhbe left there on a trial basis for one month.
4. REady to proceed on the Trenton Avenue UAB Project. Estimated cost is $129,387.
5. Attended Chamber of Commerce picnic for 25 minutes last night. Left to go on boat cruise
and had a chance to speak with the governor. Also, spoke with Highway Commissioner Ike Parker
concerning the lack of funding for Fdtsap Way Improvement~
City Attorney:
1. Prepared and filed an answer on the case of World Wide Advertisimg Company vs. the Mayor and
Commissioner of Public Works. Will'send a copy to the Mayor and Commissioner for their perusal.
Mayor Jarstad:
1. Presented Police and Fire Reports for the month of July, 1972, which are on file in the
City Clerk's Office.
2. Last year City Council approved utilizing one of the Fire Department Lieutenants to act as
Battalion Chief to relieve the Training Officer from shift duty so he could devote full time to
training. This waa for summer and early fall. Recommended following this procedure this year.
Motion by Mayor 3arstad and Com~issioner C~ark to allow this same opportunity again in the Fire
Department for a time period of three months, carried unanimously.
3. Reported tha~ Dr. Busek is going to be replaced by Ed Fischler on the Civil Service Commission
that Dr. Busek asked to be replaced several months ago becauee the increased work load on the Com-
mission was taking more time than he could allow in his crofessional business. Stated Ed Fischler
was p£eviously on the Commission and he was replaced by Dr. Busek. The Mayor complimented Dr.
Busek on the fine Job he has done on the Commission and stated Ed Fischler will also be a great
asset to the Commission. The other Commissioners concurred.
Motion by Mayor Sarstad and Commissioner Clark to appoint Ed Fischler, effective Sept. 1, 1972,
on the Civil Service Commission to replace Dr. Busek, Carried unanimously. The Council spoke
again of the excellent Job Dr. Busek has done and what a fine, dedicated person he is.
4. The Mayor asked Mr. Pendergast, Parks and Recreation Superintendent, to speak on the matter
of a proposed festival in Evergreen Park; also, stated he had expected representatives of this
program to be present in Council today to make their request to the Council for the use of the
park. Mr. Pendergast stated this would be an Improper use of Evergreen Park; that this amplified
music could be a disturbance to surrounding residents. Mr. Pendergast also stated this park was
planned for recreation on a small scale; that it is a small park for picnicking and other types
of recreation that won't disturb others using the park or the surrounding residents.
5. Attending regular monthly Air Pollution Meeting in Tacoma this afternoQn.
Meeting adjourned at 11:53 a.m.
APPROVED:
O. . YEA~)~N, SR., C{'ty Clerk · ~ ayor