HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/27/72 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 27, 1972
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington, was held in the Coun(
Chambers of City Nall at 9:00 A.M., PDST , Wednesday, SEptember 27, 1972. Attending were: Mayor
Jarstad presiding, Co~aissioner Clark, Commissioner Schoneman, City Clerk Yeadon, City Attorney
Walgren, Asst. City Attorney Sexton, Eddie Adams, and representatives of the press and radio.
Meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Reverend Robert Peterson of the
Emanuel Lutheran Church.
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 20~ 1972
The Minutes of September 20, 1972, were read and approved as amended.
SEPARATIONS
Richard Allen Montague, Equipment Operator, Street Dept., September 18, 1972, Deceased.
Robert Broussard, Extra Help, Water Distribution, September 22, 1972, Own Request.
Motisn by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to approve the separations, carried unani-
mously.
NOTICES OF EMPLOYMENT
Darlene E. Nerrmann, Extra Help, Water Office, $2.19 hr., September 19, 1972.
Pamela Campbell, Part-time Playleader, Parks Dept., $2.50 hr., October 1, 1972.
John A. Bauer, Part-time Playleader, Parks Dept., $3.05 hr., October 1, 1972.
Pamela M. Calnan, Part-time Playleader, Parks Dept., $3.05 hr., October 1, 1972.
Gay Raney, Part-time Playleader, Parks Dept., $3.05 hr., October 1, 1972.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Cormmissioner Clark to approve the employments. Under discussion: The
Mayor explained that the purpose of indicating special skills on the Park Department employment
slips is to explain the special pay rates.
Motion carried unanimously.
CHANGES IN PAY STATUS
Danny J. Scott, let Year Patrolman to 2nd Year Patrolman, $708 to $737.50, 10-4-72.
Donna Hofmann, 3rd Year Policewoman to 4th Year Policewoman, $773 to $809, 10-1-82.
Ervin Hume, 3rd Year Mtr. Patrolman to 4th Year Mtr. Patrolman, $791.50 to $827, 10-1-72.
Everett Kinslow, 3rd Year Patrolman to 4th Year Patrolman, $791.50 to $827, 10-1-72.
Mike Fuller, let Year Patrolman to 2nd Year Patrolman, $708 to $737.50, 10-4-72, (EEA).
Timothy Gebhardt, 1st Year Patrolman to 2nd Year Patrolman, $708 to $737.50, 10-4-72, (EEA).
James William Halffman, Engineering Aide I, EEA Sec. 6, $575 to $600, 9-25-72.
Dorothea J. Spaulding, Clerk-Typist, Civil Service Office, $454 to $472, 9-27-72, (EEA).
Kenneth Anthony, Firefighter let Year to 2nd Year, EEA Sec. 5, $708 to $737.50, 10-6-72.
Daniel White, let Year Patrolman to 2nd Year Patrolman, EEA, $708 to $737.50, 10-4-72.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Co~m~issioner Clark to approve the changes ~n pay, carried unanimously.
LICENSE APPLICATIONS
Alli-Oop Tavern, Dancing & Entertainment, approved by Asst. Chief of Police Wes Henry .
Bull & Bash Tavern, DAncing & Entertainment, approved by Asst. Chief of Police Wes Henry.
Bull & Bash Tavern, Music Machine, approved'by Asst. Chief of Police Wes Henry.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to approve the license applications, carried unani-
mously.
PROCLAMATIONS
Clerk read Proclamation of the Mayor proclaiming the month of October as "Toastmasters Month".
Clerk read proclamation of the Mayor proclaiming the week of October 8 through 14, 1972, as
"Fire Prevention Week".
SURPLUS TYPEWRITER - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Clerk read memo dated September 21, 1972, from City Engineer to Council, requesting that one Royal
Wide Carriage Typewriter be declared surplus as it is no longer needed in the Department.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to declare the typewriter surplus and dis-
pose of in the best interest of the City, carried unanimously.
PERMIT APPLICATION - STATE HIGHWAY DEPT.
Clerk read memo dated September 25, 1972, from Asst. City Engineer to City Council which pre-
sented s permit application for the sanitary sewer relocation at Oyster Bay to be submitted
to the State Highway Department. Clerk then presented the permit for the Mayor's signature.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to authorize the Mayor to sign the
permit application, carried unanimously.
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LETTER - COUNTY ASSESSOR
Clerk read letter dated September 25, 1972, from the County Assessor listing the assessed valua-
tion of the four municipalities in Kitsap County for 1972 taxes, the amount in Bremerton being
$103,846,206. The Mayor stated he believed this amount for Bremerton is lower than that estimated
because of a "roll back" which affects the City's income for 1972, and coupled with the 22 thousand
plus dollars which the assessor is charging for his work results in considerable loss in receipts.
Commissioner Clark suggested the City Auditor be furnished with a copy of this letter for his revie
BID AWARD - READERBOARD (City Parking Garage)
City Clerk and Co~amissioner Clark recommended award be made to Hanson Sign Company, only bidder.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and ~yor Jarstad to award this bid to the only bidder, Hanson Si~n
Company for a total amount of $1675.03, carried unanimously.
BID AWARD - ANDERSON CREEK LEASE
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to award the hid to the only bidder, Jack
Perelli and Adelhert Langton, for the 6% acres as a unit providing all requirements necessary
for the installation being proposed there are met; that if the requirements are not met, the
award will not be valid. Seconded by Mayor Jarstad. Under discussion: Commissioner Schoneman
stated this was a very substantial bid; however, when the bid call was made it wasn't realized
that it would involve the 200 feet from the high water mark which is under the Jurisdiction
of the Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Ecology, and Shoreline Management Act.
Mr. Langton (representing himself and Jack Perelli) stated they had planned to utilize this pro-
perty for a log dumping site; however, in acquiring information from the Army Corps of Engineers,
Department of Ecology, and Shoreline Management Act discovered that dumping logs into the water
may be prohibited in a year, thus making the proposed use impossible,
Commissioner Schonaman suggested the Mayor withdraw his second to the motion made so he could
withdraw his motion. The Mayor withdrew his gecond and Co~mmissioner Schoneman withdrew his motion.il
A discussion on this matter w~ held and the Council agreed not t~ take any action at this meeting
and discuss this matter again before anything else is done; that if Mr. Langton could not
utilize this land as proposed, he would he given the opportunity to withdraw his bid.
BID AWARD - MECHANIZED FILER (Police Identification Department)
Clerk read memo dated September 6, 1972, from Captain Kvistad to Chief Schlle, recommending bid
be awarded to Diebold Corporation who met all specifications for safety equipment which the
other company did not provide for. City Clerk stated the City Attorney at a previous meeting
suggested the bid he awarded to the bidder meeting all specifications. City Clerk also stated
that in reviewing the bids of both companies on a committee, it is recommended the award be made
to Systems Products.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to award the bid to Systems Products as recom-
mended, which is the lowest bid meeting the specifications, carried unanimously.
CALL FOR BIDS - COMMUNICATION MONITOR
Clerk read memo dated September 26, 1972, from Dave Patmon (Communication Supervisor) to City
Gouncil, requesting authorization to call for bids for a communication monitor (multi-purpose
two-way radio test instrument) as provided for in the 1972 budget.
Motion by Com~issioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to authorize the call for bids, carried
unanimously.
19:00 -- RECOGNITION OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Mayor 3arstad asked if any persons would like to speak at this time on matters not scheduled on
the Agenda. No one spo~e at this time.
10:00 - HEARING ON PROPOSED HALF-WAY ]DUSE
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to hold hearing in connection with the proposed
Half-Way House, carried unanimously.
Mayor Jarstad explained the City Attorney, Gordon Walgren, was going to read the draft of an
ordinance prepared by the City Attorney's Office which is based on the suggestions of the inter-
ested persons involved; that he would read this draft section by section noting any further
suggestions and changes requested by the people present today.
City Attorney Walgren read this draft section by section at which time the following comments
and suggestions were made by those present (some of whom were not identified):
Mr. Vernon Bouten, local parole officer for the State of Washington, questioned if Section One
of the draft would prohibit a half-way house in anything but an R-2 zone. Commissioner Clark
stated he Believed this would only prohibit the half-way house from being established in an
R-1 zone; that it would be automatically allowed in a business zone if it were allowed in an R-2
zone. City Attorney Walgren stated this was correct; it would not be prohibited in a business
zone.
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A discussion followed relating to the question of the difference between a probationer and a
parolee. Mr. Bouten explained that a parolee is a person who has been convicted in most cases
of a felony and has served a sentence in a State prison and is released on parole; that a pro-
bationer is one who has in most cases been convicted of a misdemeanor and has had his sentence
suspended and released on probation, or has served time in the City or County Jail--not a State
prison.
Shirley VanHouver, Committee for "Way Back", stated she felt this draft was much too restrictive
on who can reside in the half-way house and should not have any restriction pertaining to second-
time parolees. She explained that a second-time parolee could be a first time offender put back
in prison for minor reasons and then put on parole a second time.
Discussion followed at which time many persons on the "Committee for Way Back" expressed their
views on the need for this half-way house. Shirley VanHouver stated this half-way house is to
help persons who have served their sentence re-enter society.
Joseph Mitchell, Minister, questioned the need for this ordinance because the half-way house is
already under State Jurisdiction and must meet certain State regulations. He felt the City
should be concerned only with proper zoning for the establishment. Mr. Mitchell stated the only
concern the residents seem to have is the concentration of these parolees and probationers in
their neighborhood. Mr. Mitchell explained that the persons to enter the half-way house are
already free by court of law and will be re-entering society anyway.
Mr. Bouten stated the ordinance should not restrict certain persons from entering the half-way
house; that the applican~tis screened through the 3udge, the Prosecutor, aha Defense Council, the
Probation or Parole Officer and Parole Board, and the pre-sentence investigation officer, all
of which are proper Jurisdiction.
Commissioner Clark questioned as to whether the establishment of this half-way house would
enable prisoners to be released at an earlier date in order to reside at the half-way house,
or whether the prisoners would~be released regardless of the establishment.
Mr. Bouten explained that generally these prisoners are to be released anyway and have served
their sentence; however, it may be possible to get an early release into a half-way house a
month or so early, but no great length of time.
Mr. Rice, neighborhood resident, stated he felt this ordinance should be highly restrictive as
a protective measure to the community; also, that this half-way house will not be desirable in the
community.
Mr. Bouten reported that 61 percent of the parsons out on parole successfully complete their
parole period and 39 percent do not; also, stated that the first three months of the parole period
has proved to be the most crucial. Mr. Bouten explained that this half-way house is very important
because it provides counseling during this three month period in order to better prepare him to
re-enter society.
It was suggested by members of the "Committee for Way Back" that any language in the draft restric-
ting the nt~ber of persons and nember of convictions be stricken.
Shirley VanHouver stated she objected to Section 3 where it restricts those convicted of a sexual
crime or homocide, and felt this sentence should be stricken completely.
A resident in the Gregory Way neighborhood stated he felt this restriction should remain in order
to protect the community.
Mr. Mitchell stated he felt the language in the ordinance excluding those convicted of a sexual
crime or homocide from entering the house should be stricken; that to do this would be further
"typing" these people. He also stated that before release a parolee would in most cases have gone
through some sort of psychiatric screening.
Mr. Rice, Gregory Way resident, stated that Just because these people have gone through psychiatric
screening does not guarantee they will not con, mit the crime again~ that this should remain in the
draft for the protection of the community.
Mr. Rice also C~,u,ented on the pressure and desire of early release by the prisoners which is quite
evident toward the end of their sentence; that a prisoner may show a definite want and need to
enter the house because of this circumstance.
Mr. Walgren was questioned as to whether any other city has an ordinance governing half-way houses;
and Mr. Walgren stated they had found no other ordinances.
Mr. Jacobson submitted an ordinance proposal which was prepared by members of the "Committee for
Way Back" for review of the Council.
A suggestion was made to exclude the words "have never been in prison" in Section 4 of the draft.
Mr. Bouten suggested that the first sentence in Section 4 be stricken because the resident isn't
really selected by the project director.
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A discussion followed regarding the last sentence in Section 4 regarding work release prisoners.
Mr. Bouten suggested this be stricken from the draft; that the half-way house wouldn't pertain
to them because they are not on probation or parole in most cases. Mr. Walgren noted this and
explained that in this case work release prisoners would already be excluded by Section 1 of the
draft.
Discussion followed regarding the length of residency mandated in Section 5. Mr. Walgren was
questioned as to whom the parolees would have to apply in order to extend their residency to the
maximum 120 daye. Mr. Walgren explained they would probably submit an application like the
orginal one they submitted in applying for admittance.
Mr. Bouten suggested that the length of stay be determined by the project director, parole officer
and others involved with the individual. A Gregory Way reeident objected to Mr. Bouten's suggestion
and stated that if they can't rehabilitate a person to re-enter society in 120 days, he won't
be rehabilitated in an~ short amount of time after this period.
Mr. Jacobson stated that the half-way house is not a rehabilitation center; that the purpose of
the house is to reorientate these prisoners back into society.
Mr. Bouten objected to this mandatory time limit; and stated 90 days wac only an estimate.
Mr. Walgren was questioned whether this ordinance, if adopted, would go into effect for all
half-way houses in Bremerton. Mr. Walgren stated that if it is adopted, it will affect all
half-way houses in Bramerton; however, what he ia reading today is Just"work draft" based on
many suggeetione from the residents and other persons involved.
One member of "Committee for Way Back" objected to this highly restrictive ordinance, especially
if it is to pertain to all half-way houses in Bremerton; that another half-way house in Bremerton
at a different location may be equipped to house more than 15 persons.
Mr. Bouten suggested all language in Section 5 pertaining to the length of residency be left
up to the discretion of the trained staffs.
The Mayor at this time requeeted persons speaking to identify thamselvee for the record.
Laurna Hall, private Citizen, also objected to restricting the number of residents; that if it must
be restricted it should only pertain to the proposed facility on Gregory Way.
Co~aissioner Clark stated those present should bear in mind that this ordinance, if adopted, will
affect any half-way house established in Bremerton; and~stated this draft should not be tailored
to the proposed establishment on Gregory Way.
Vernon Bouten stated that before opening this facility a Boarding House License must be obtained
from the State Department of Social and Health Services which sets forth restrictions on the
number of personm to be houmed am well as other restrictions regarding the size of rooms to be
provided each pereon, ere; Mr. Bouten pointed out the considered 5th floor of the YMCA building did
not meet the criteria of the Health Department in this respect.
Mr. Rice questioned whether the Department of Social and Health Services would also regulate the
number of personnel in relation to the number of persons allowed in the facility.
Mr. Bouten stated this would be included in the regulations. He then read the rules and regulations
of the Department of Social and Health Services with whom the half-way houme would have to comply.
Mr. Milt Campbell, Gregory Way, stated he did not feel the regulations set forth by the State Health
Department would be substantial; that the community needed more protection.
Mr. Andreason, Brigadiaer of the Salvation Army, stated that some time limit should be established
even if it is quite lenient; that a six-month time limit would even be better than none at all.
Jerry Jacobson, Way Back President, questioned why the first line in Section 6 is necessary in the
draft.
Mr. Walgren asked Mr. Jacobson if he felt this line should be stricken. Discussion was held on the
meaning of this sentence.
Mr. Mitchell commented that this half-way house could be established at the present time without
any Council action.
Relating to the last paragraph in Section 6, Mr. Jacobson commented that the Ex-Offender can be
very valuable in working with parolees.
Mr. Walgren read and discussed Section 7 of the draft. Commissioner Clark questioned the need for
this section stating that the building code, fire code, health code, and parking ~equiraments would
already be set forth in other ordinances.
Mr. Bouten explained that all residents are required to register their names with the State Bureau
of Identification which would be available to any local law enforcement agency.
Mr. Mitchell suggested that the second sentence in Section 7 refer to the Chief of Police or his
Designer, not Just the Chief of Police.
Mr. Walgren read section 9 and stated the license applicat~on must be submitted to the City Clerk
who will provide such form. Mr. Walgren then read Section 10.
~{r. Langley stated the establishment of this half-way house in his neighborhood would devaluate his
property.
Mr. Rice commented that this type of facility is most unsuitable in his neighborhood and that if it
is established many restrictions should be imposed for the protection of the community; that the
people for the half-way house seem to be predicting the future when they imply that nothing will go
wrong.
Mayor 3arstad recessed the meeting at 12:45 p.m. until 1:30 p.m.
~eeting called to order at 1:40 p.m. Hearing was also called back to order.
City Clerk read the proposed ordinance which was prepared and submitted by the members of the
Committee for the Way Back House·
City Clerk then presented twenty (20) letters which he had received in favor of the proposed half-wa~
house and opposing the ordinance draft.
Mr. Bouten questioned the Council on what procedure would now be followed.
Mayor Jarstad explained that the Council members will study and review all the material and letters,
gathered in connection with this hearing; that all testimony will be considered and reviewed He
also stated that a revision of the proposed ordinance may be submitted to the Council for review
evaluation. The Mayor recommended those working for the half-way house to write their grant which
is to be submitted to the State Committee and include in this grant criteria to fit within any guide~-
lines recommended by the City of Bremerton; that the State Committee should accept this.
Mr. Jacobson questioned the Council if they still felt thereemust be some type of ordinance governi~
half-way houses.
The Mayor stated this was a broad question and at this time the Council is not prepared to make any
type of a Judgment.
Cormmissioner Clark stated he has raised questions on several points in the proposed ordinance; how-
ever, it must be recognized that the City should exercise what reasonable powers, it can on behalf
of the citizens.
Commissionr Schoneman stated it is important to remember that this ordinance will not only pertain
to the Gregory Way Site. He also commented on the point brought out that this sifle on Gregory Way
is properly ~oned for this establishment and could be utilized for a half~4ay house without an
ordinance at the present time; also, stated the hearing would have to be evaluated before any
decision is made.
A discussion followed at which time Mr. Bouten gave a lengthy discourse on half-way houses and
other things relevant to the hearing.
Mr. Bourne asked how l~ng it would be before the Council made some type of decision on this matter.
The Mayor directed this matter to be scheduled for discussion at the evening Council Meeting to be
held October 19, 1972.
ORDINANCE NO. 3041
Clerk explained that this ordinanc~ was read and passed at the last Council Meeting; that he ls
going to read the ordinance again to ratify the action taken on this ordinance in Mr. Clark's
absence.
Clerk read An Ordinance fixing terms for repayment of the loan portion of a Loan/Grant combination
for purposes of constructing a one (1) million gallon reservoir and associated pipeline, and declar-
ing an emergency.
~otton by Mayor 3arstad and Com~fssioner Schoneman to pass Ordinance No. 3041, carried as follows:
Mayor Jarstad, yes; Commtssloner Clark, yes; Commissio~er SchoDeman, yes.
HEARINC DATE SET - NAVY YARD METAL TRAB~S CREDIT UNION (Rezone)
Motion .by M~ior_Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to set hearing date for October 19, 1972, at 8:00 p.m
carried unanimously.
Note that pages 679 and 680 a~e not included.
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STAT~IENT FOR ATTORNEY'S SERVICES - GOLD MOUNTAIN GOLF COURSE
Clerk presented Statement in the amount of $1,504.95 from Preston, Thorgrimson, Starin, Ellis &
Holman, Attorneys at Law, for services rendered regarding the conferences and preparation of the
Golf Course Lease Agreement and for serqices rendered regarding drawing proceedings for the author-i
ization, issuance, sale and delivery of Municipal Golf Course General Obligation Bonds.
Motion by Co~m~tssioner Clark and Mayor 3arstad to approve the statement for payment, carried unani-I
mously.
ORDINANCE - RONALD ROSS REMON~
Clerk read~ first reading, An Ordinance amending the use and area maps according to Ordinance No.
1792.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to approve the ordinance on first reading, carried
as follows: Mayor Jarstad, yes; Commissioner Clark, yes; Commissioner Schoneman, yes.
ORDINANCE - ELECTRICAL CODE AMENDMENT
Clerk read, first reading, An Ordinance amending Section IV, Paragraph I, of Ordinance No. 2946,
relating to the 1971 edition of the National Electrical Code.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Co~issioner Clark to approve the ordinance on first reading,
carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, yes; Commissioner Clark, yes; Commissioner Schoneman, yes.
LETTER - UAB PROJECT (HIGH AVENUE AND 15th STREET~
Clerk read lettee dated September 22, 1972, from H. R. Golf of the Urban Arterial Hoard to himself
stat[~ the status of this project has been reviewed in regular UAB Meeting of September 14, 1972;
also, that the information submitted does not substantiate that problems causing the project's
delay have been resolved to the extent that a revised schedule for ~roJect development can be sub-
stantiated and this project has been placed on a regular monitoring schedule for progress reports
to the UAB.
PAY BILLS
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to pay all bills that have been approved
by a majority of the Co~ission, carried unanimously.
REPORTS
Commissioner Clark:
1. Reported on the Washimgton State Finance Officers Association Meeting in Yakima which he attend.
last week; stated this was a very good and interesting meeting and he was especially impressed with!
one discussion held on "co~nicatin~".
Commissioner~'Schoneman:
1. Reported on the National Public Works Congress and Equipment Show which he attended in Minnea-
polis, Minnesota, Stated he was very impressed with the meetings held regardin~ recyclin~ pro~ramsi
and the problems with garbage in the larger cities.
2. Stated the brick sales are continuing and 40 thousand have been sold to date for an amount of
around $2,500; also , stated this money will be used for planting more trees. Mr. Schoneman expl-
ained that the money obtained from the brick sales must be used for a UAB project such as this
tree planting or it weu~d have to be ~a~urn~eto the State; also, questioned whether these trees .
could be purchased under the contract of George Yamamoto who offered the low bid. City Clerk
stated he would ~nvestigate this matter.
Motion by Commissiener Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to authorize the purchase and planting of trees
on Naval Avenue and other areas that need replacement, carried unanimously.
3. Very interested to read the salmon are returr~n~, for the first time in four year~ and the
Fisheries Department should give some consideration to enlarging the Gorst Creek opening. He
stated the Fisheries Department should be contacted on this matter.
4. Heavy rain caused problems on Corbet Drive (LID #311) and have discussed the responsibility
of maintaining this street with the contractor. Stated the problems were taken care of the same
night that the damage occurred and there are now telephone nombers left with the Police Desk and
contact points have been established.
~. Spoke on the consolidation of the Ferry Systems and stated that ~ felt there will always have
be ferry service to Bremerton because of the Shipyard; also, that studies made on this matter were
not complete enough.
City Clerk:
1. Attended on behalf of the City ~he dedication of the West Side Baptist Church September 17,
1972, which he enjoyed very much.
2. Attended the State and Local Wage Price Workshops in Portland September 13th and 14th, which
was very informative.
3. Attended the Washington State Finance Officers Association meeting in Yakima, and found the
meetings very interesting and informative.
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Mayor Jarstad~
1. Saturday attended the Commissioning in the Ship Yard in honok of Robert Perry, first man to
reach the North Pole which was very interesting and enjoyable.
2. Firefighter's Ball was held Saturday night and was very successful and well attended. The
Charity Ball also held was a "sell out" which will provide funds for the hospital.
3. The Bremerton Port Commission and the Council will be meeting during the week of October 10
to discuss the study made by the Port Commission regarding the feasibility of a Bremer~en Marina.
4. Will be leaving Sunday for the Governmental Conference Meeting in San Francisco which is a
training seminar and all chairmen of the policy groups of the C~vernmental Conference at the
Governmental Conference's expense and the Director are being sent to this meeting; also, stated thJ
meeting should be most beneficial and he appreciates being able to attend.
5. The Planning Commission is holding a Work Shop Thursday night and hopes the Council can attend
in order to work in coordination with the Planning Commission Members in working to adopt an up-to-
date Comprehensive Plan and zoning ordinance.
6. In communication with Mr. Andrews of the State Highway Department was informed that the Toll
Bridge Authority has designated the tolls on bridges to be paid off on October 23; also, stated
it has been confirmed with Mr. Andrews that Governor Evans will be available for a toll lifting
ceremony on the Tuesday morning, October 24th at 10:00 a.m., so the City is proceeding to set up a
proper program which will involve City officials, local representatives, governmental officials,
and representatives of the State Highway Department. Further explained that the ceremony will
take place on the Warren Avenue Bridge, and he is very pleased to have Governor Evans attend.
7. Stated it should be established that the Council will be holding Evening Council Meetings this
fall and winter; the first to be held October 19, 1972, at 7:00 p.m.
Meeting adjourned at 2:45 p.m.
APPROVED:
GLI~N K. JARSTAb, a~r ' G.C.