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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/18/72 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 18, 1972 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington, was held in the Coun- cil Chambers of City Hall at 9:00 a.m., PDST, Wednesday, October 18, 1972. Attending were: Mayor Jarstad presiding, Commissioner Clark, Co~missioner Schoneman, City Clerk Yeadon, City Attorney Wal- gren, Assistant City Attorney McKluskey, Eddie Adams, and representative of the press. ~leeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation by Dan Franklin, Youth Minister, Manette Community Church. MINUTES OF OCTOBER 11, 1972 The Minutes of October 11, 1972, were read and approved as amended. SEPARATIONS F~rl ~-----~, Extra Labor, Water Supply, September 29, 1972. Stephen Onstad, Extra Labor, Water Supply, September 29, 1972. Charles P. Gee, Counselor, KCCA, EEA, September 22, 1972. Joyce V. Dunks, Clerk-Typist, Fire Dept., EEA, October 11, 1972. Motion by Commissioner Clark and Con~nissioner Schoneman to approve the separations, carried unani- mously. NOTICES OF [3~PLOYMENT D~hna M. Beal, Part-time Playleader, Parks Dept., $1.60 h~., October 16, 1972. Debra Williams, Police Depsx.tment, Extra Help, $2.33 h~., October 17, 1972. Motion by Con~nissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to approve the notices of employment, ca,tied unani- mously. CT~;GES IN PAY STATUS Edward Swan, Firefighter 2nd Year to 3rd Year, $737.50 to $773, October 26, 1972. Earlene Caldon, Clerk-Secretary, Co~aissioner of Finance, $472 to $~90, October 17, 1972. John W. Murray, Firefighter 1st Year to 2nd Yea~, $708 to $737.50, October 8, 1972. Motion by Co~missioner Clark and Con~nissioner Schoneman to approve the Changes in Pay Status, carr- ied unanimously. Clerk presented Employees' Retirement Fund for the month of October, 1972, in the g~oss amount of $2,~52.87, which ~as audited by Harold Fitzwater. Motion by Co~missioner Clark and Co~m~issioner Schoneman to approve the Employees' Retirement Fund for October, 1972, car~ied unanimously. PAYROLL VOUCHER Clerk presented Payroll Voucher for the pay period ending October 6, 1972, in the amount of $110, 606.12, which was audited by Harold Fitzwater and approved by C~,,J,~ssioner Clark. Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to approve the payroll voucher, carried unanimously. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES Clerk presented Claim for Damges filed Octobem 16, 1972, from David L. Raymond, $30.14, and stated he will refer this claim to the City's Insurance Company. NOTICE OF MEETING - URBAN ARTER/AL BOARD Clerk presented Notice of Meeting of Urban Arterial Board beginning at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, October 19, 1972. Mayor Jarstad cu,,,~-nted that Conmlissioner Schonerm3n will represent the City at this meeting at 1:30 p.m. giving a review of urban arterial legislation and discussing proposals for changes. SURPLUS TYPEWRITER - CLERK'S OFFICE City Clerk reco~nended that one Royal typewriter in his office be declamed surplus as it is excess to the needs of the office. Motion by Co~n~issioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to declare the typewriter surplus and dispose of in the best interest of the City, carried unanimously. PROCLAMATION - YL'I'k~ANS DAY Clerk read P~oclaraation of the Mayor p~oc]aJming October 23, 1972, as "Veterans Day." L~'r~'ER - SCHWARZ, SHERA ~ ASSOCIATES RE: MEDICAL PlAN Clerk presented letter dated October 13, 1972, fl~Dm Schwarz, Shera ~ Associates to participating cities in the Association of Washington Cities GDoup Hospital--Medical Plan stating that the annual open enrollment period is in Novembem; that there will be addition] coverage in 1973 for hospital room and board and maternity, and there will also be an increase of $1.18 for non-uniformed employ- ees, $1.63 for spouse, $.~0 for first child, and $.70 for two or more children. DUPLICATE ORDINANCE REPEAL~ City Clerk explained that Ordinance No. 3046 which was passed October 11, 1972, is a duplicate of O~dinance No. 3033 and themefore should be repealed; also stated this ordinance was never published. Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mavor Ja~stad to rescind the motion passing Ordinance No. 3046 wh~is a duplicate of Ordinance N~. 3033, carried unanimously. C0~4ITY I~HiATRE - PROPOSED LEASE AGRE[P~NT C'ity Clepk read portions of the proposed lease agreement which had been amended. CITY COL%[CIL M~L'rING MINUTES - OCTOBER 18, 1972, continued Discussion was held on the length of term of the lease agreement and City Clerk explained that Myron Freyd, Attorney for the Con~ty Theatre, had suggested to City. Attorney WalKren that another ten years could be added to the lease. A representative of the Theatre questioned if this additional ten yea~ option of renewal could pos- sibly be added; that some menfoers of the Theatre were concerned because in another city under sim- ilar cimcumstances a building was taken back by the City who would not renew the lease. Mayor Jarstad stated he didn't feel this is a problem; that the Theatre building will be part of a co~unity recreational project and is being built for a "little theatre" and this primary use would set a pattern for future use. Conv~issioner Clark explained that this lease is for a ten year period with option of renewal for another ten years; that the option of renewal gives the Theatre an absolute right to renew the lease for this additional ten years. Commissioner Clark further explained that the Council is restricted by the City Charter to this ten year term. Co~rmissioner Schoneman stated that the Theatre has operated 25 years at the present location and has had no problem. He also co~nented that it is a possibility that in the future the City may have a larger auditorium available. Commissioner Schoneman also con~nented that the Theatre would be paving the garbage bill and the other Commissioners agreed. A representative of the Theatre questioned when the City would take ownership of the building. Co~nissioner Clark explained that the City would take ownership as work is completed. Commissioner Schoneman stated that the building will be considered complete when an Occupancy Permit is received from the Building Department. ~yor Jarstad stated that the Council will give the Community Theatre full support, and with the building under city ownership funds and grants may become available. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Co~issioner Schoneman to approve the Lease Agreen~.nt on the second read-~g and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign for the City after t~ Conmranity Theatre executes their portion. Under discussion: Commissioner Schoneman stated the Shoreline Management Act would apply to this property and an~pplication will have to be submitted; that this procedure of approval could take several ~nths. Carried unanimously. CALL FOR BIDS - FIRE, ALARM SUPPLIES Clark reconmended authorization to call for bids on certain fire alarm supplies which may be includ- ed in one bid call. Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to authorize a call for bids on these fi~e alarm supplies, carried unanimously. 10:00 - Pd2COGNITION OF MA'i'i'ERS NOT ON THE AGENDA FJdie Adams reported that Mr. Hatfield, retired Street Superintendent, now resides at Bremerton Convalescent Center; that he would probably enjoy having his former fellow employees dropping in to see him. Mr. Adams stated that Lion's Club would like to start a program having a policeman attend each week in order to get acquainted with the citizenry, Commissioner Schoneman noted that the Lion's Club has representation of the Fire De~'.t~mnt by member and that possibly this would result in a member of the Police Force becoming a member. Mayor Jarstad stated this program met with his approval; that he felt this was an excellent suggestion. The other Co~ssioners conourmed. LLTfER - NOLIDAY RECOGNITION/PARKING ML'fE~S Clerk read letter dated Octo~ 10, 1972, from Patrick H. Bailey to City Council, suggesting that the parking meter ordinance be amended in order that they do not require payment on those holidays recognized by the City. Mayor Jarstad explained that on many holidays city businesses are in operation and this meter payment is needed for traffic control which is stated in the City 0rdin- ance; also, stated that a list of holiday exceptions is provided on the parking meters. He directed the City Clerk to send a reply to this letter. Mavor Jarstad recessed the meeting until 11:00 a.m. Meeting called to order at 11:04 a.m. BID OPENINGS: LION'S COMMUNITY PLAYFIELD RESTROOM g CONCESSION BLDG/DUMP TRUCK Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Co~missioner Schoneman to open bids on the Lion's Conmmmity Playfield P~stroom and concession building and the dump truck for the Street Depa~.h~ent in that order, carried unanimously. City's Architect for the playfield project, Barry Branch, was present at this time. Clerk opened the following bids for the RESTROOM g CONCESSION BUILDING: t~lls Remodeling, Bremerton; bid bond enclosed ............................................ $ P~,SO0 Alternate ~1 816 Solie Construction, Inc., Bremerton; bid bond enclosed .................................... 25,8~0 (addenda not acknowledge) Alternate ~1 1,056 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES - OCTOBER 18, 1972~ continued James H. Robinson Company, Inc., Bremar~con; bid bond enclosed ............................... 24~667 Alternate #1 938 Lincoln Construction Company, Spanaway; bid bond enclosed ................................... 27~400 Alternate ~1 935 Con~aercial Builders of Bremerecon, Inc.; bid bond enclosed ................................... 25,799 Alternate #1 999 Walters and Weeks Company, Port Angeles; bid bond enclosed .................................. 24~990 Alternate #1 875 Cote Construction Company~ Seattle; bid bond enclosed ....................................... 23,591 (addenda not acknowledged) Alternate ~1 891 Carl Humphrey Construction, Inc., Seattle; bid bond enclosed ................................ 34~077 Alternate #1 1~061 Amchwin Construction, Tacoma; bid bond enclosed ............................................. 32,730 Alternate #1 920 Saule Corporation, Tacoma; bid bond enclosed ................................................ 26,848 Alternate #1 1,021 Motion by ~yor Jarstad and Co~ssioner Clark to refer bids to the proper co~ttee including the ~ architect, Park Dept. Superintendent, City Council, and City Clerk, carried unanimously. Clerk opened tb~ following bids for the DUMP TRUCK: C~awford Motors, greme~ton; certified check enclosed .................................... $ 8,909.89 Kluge Chevrolet Company, B~mmerton; bid bond enclosed ................................... 8,817.39 8,290.39 }{aselwood Buick-Pontiac Company, Bremerton; bid bond enclosed ........................... 8~892.44 8,361.44 8,507.44 9 ~.034. Bennet Ford, Bremerton; certified check enclosed ........................................ 11,133.26 10,606.26 Motion by Con~lssioner $choneman and Mayor Jarstad to refer bids to prope~ committee inoludlng Street Superintendent Arehie Mottinger, City Council~ and City Cler~ fo~ tabulation and recommend- ation of award next Wednesday, carried unanimously. L~rl'EN - PORT OF BRINERTON RE: DOMSEA FARMS APPLICATIONS Cler~ read letter dated October 18~ 1972~ from Kitsap County Overall Economic Development Planning ConTmittee (O.E.D.P.) to City Council, which stated that the O.E.D.P. C~[~Jttee unanimously supported a motion that a conditional use permit for ten ae~es of land on Gorst Creek be granted to DomSea Farms, Inc. ~ that they feel this is an industrial eornerstone of great potential to Bremerton and Puget Sound and request the suppuf, t of this application by the Council. MIMO- RE: LEASE ON BROWNSVILLE WELL Clerk read memo dated October 11, 1972~ from E. G. Humble to Comuissioner Schoneman which stated the lease on the B~ownsville Well terminated last May 20th and suggestin~ that the present lease contin- ue until May 20, 1973, when there might be other reasons for re-negotiating or terminating for City use; that at present no problems have developed from the lease, and the p~esent fee is fair and will remain. , . Motion by C~m.~ssioner Schon~an and C~m,.~ss~oner Clerk to accept Mr. Humble s reeonmendatmon and co-~ue lease until May 20, 1973, on the same terms and same lease. Con~ssior~r Schoneman explain/ ed that this well was drilled on an acre of ground which was to be returned to the owner if water wasn't found; that water found and the use of this well should be continued to serve the people in this area. He further explained that when the City armives at a point of service these people will obtain water through the City water system. Carried unanimously. APPRAISAL - RADIO TRANSMI'r~'Eg Sfr~:/GOLD MOUNTAIN Clerk ~ead letter dated October 6, 1972, f~,~ Jenks Beard, Realtor, to Con0nissioner Schone~%mn, sub- mitring an Appraisal Report for the Radio Transmitter Site on Gold Mountain and stating that their study indicates that the Fair Annual Lease Rate is $1,900. Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to accept the report and reco~lnendation of ~. Beard and to direct the City Clerk to contact the leasee and inquire whether they will accept this price, carried unanimously. Barpy Branch, in the audience, inquired as to whether a date of court hea~ing had been set in conn- ection with the Sheridan Heights Annexation. Assistant City Attorney Bill Kamps informed Mr. Branch that this infu~ation could be obtained from the City Attorney's Office. Mayor Jarstad recessed the meeting until 8:00 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MI~L'rlNG MINUTES - OCTOBER 18, 1972, continued Recessed Council Meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. Present at this time was Co~n~issloner Clark, Acting Mayor; Co~missioner Schoneman; City Cler~ Yeadon; Asst. City Attorney PkKluskey; Press representative. Mayor Jarstad arrived at the meeting at 8:12 p.m. as he was representing the City of Bremer~ton at the annual dinner meeting in observance of the National Business and Professional Women's Week and was delayed. 8:00 P.M. - REZONE HEARI~t3 - NAVY YARD METAL TRADES CREDIT UNION Motion by Cu.,~gssioner Cla~k and Con~pissioner Schoneman to hold the hearing on the rezone applic- at-~of Navy Ya_~d Metal Trades Credit Union, carried unanimously. City Clerk stated this heaping comes to the City Council on Planning Con,mission Resolution ~b. 231 recon~nending approval of the application. Clerk then read letter dated September 26, 1972, from Planning Cor~nission Secretary Dorothy Smith to City Council, which stated the Planning Con~nission recommended approval of this rezone from R-2 to B-3 by unanimous vote and that six members were present; also, forwarding the Commission's file on the rezone. Clerk read Staff Review dated September 20, 1972, reconm~nding approval of the ~ezone. Clerk read Findings of Fact in the Staff Review; also, read Engineer's Report which stated there are no under- ground utilities in the alley and the rezone could be approved. Clerk read memo dated September 13, 1972, from the Engineering Depa~,t,ent to the Planning Department~ which stated they had no objections to the rezone; also, read memo dated September 8, 1972, which stated the Building Department and Police Traffic DeparTment had no objections to the rezone. Clerk read excerpt of Planning Con~aission Minutes of September 20, 1972, pertaining to the Navy Yard ~ietal Trades Credit Union Rezone. City Clerk stated he had posted notices in the necessary places and locations, had notified those persons within 250 feet of the property, and had advertised in the newspaper at the p~oper time. Geor?.e Plescher, Planning Director, showed the uses of the area on an area map; also~ showed the area on the Comprehensive Plan. He submitted the applicant's site plan ar~! presented another sketch of the proposed facility. He stated this is a iow profile type of building and would be verv proper at this location. Mr. Plescher stated that an attractive new building is being planned which will be used for a quiet banking facility; that this use is a low traffic generator and adeq- uate off-street parking is provided. Conmissioner Clark questioned if the Planning Con,mission reco.mendation was based on the site plan submitted and whether the building would be restricted to this p~oposed type of use. ~tYOR JARSTAD PRE. SENT (8:12 p.m. ) ;~r. Plescher explained that motion passed by the Planning Co~ission did not rezone this property subject to this particular site and plan and use; however~ their re~ndation was made on the bas- is of this site plan and proposed use. Cx~,~,issioner Schoneman stated that standa_~d improvements should be made in the portion of alley used by the Credit Union Building for ingress and egress. PROPONENTS C~ry Cunningham, Attorney for the Credit Union, introduced the manager of the Credit Union the architect involved. Mr. Cooper, Manager of the Credit Union, stated that this building would serve those members outside of the Navy Yard; that this would be a convenient location for family members and for those employ- ees not on duty. He stated that the proposed underground tunnel would be used for personnel of the Credit Union for proper organization; however, if the Tunnel is not approved by the Navy Yard, the Credit Union building will still be completed. Steve Johnson, Architect, stated this proposed building will enhance the neighborhood and will actually he a lower traffic generator than surmounding buildings; that the building will have a park- like landscaping effect. He also stated that city building codes and requirements will be met. Commissioner Schoneman questioned Mr. Johnson as to what the area size was; Mr. Johnson stated it was approximately ten thousand square feet. Mr. Leichtman asked what streets would he affected by the rezone; Mr. Plescher explained that this location is in the middle of block on the South side of Burwell Street between Chester and Warren Avenues. ~Ip. Leichtman questioned if this proposed building will be in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan; t}%at the Comprehensive Plan should be followed mo~e closely by the City. Mayor Jarstad stated that this building will actually fit into a high density R-2 area. [Ir. Plescher pointed out the location once again on the Comprehensive Plan showing that this loc- ation is very close to cor~nereial areas on the Plan and fits in very well. Mayor Jarstad reminded Mr. Leichtman that the Comprehensive Plan is a guide to the citizenery; that although this rezone is quite compatible with the Comprehensive Plan, it is not required to CITY COUNCIL 1TEETING MINUTES - OCTOBER 18, 1972, continued follow the Comprehensive Plan exactly. ~-~. Jolmson stated that the setbacks will meet that of an R-2 a~ea, and this building will actually lx upgrading the R-2 a~ea. He explained that this building will be taking less space on the prop- erty than what is allowed in an R-2 zoning. He stated this building will function during daytime hours and will be a low traffic generator. Mr. Leichtman stated that this rezone may establish a precedent in the neighborhood. Commissioner Clark stated that this would be an ideal use of the property; however, he questioned whether the property would be restricted to this use if zoned B-3 without a covenant restricting its use. Commissioner Schoneman asked M~. Plescher if he would meconmend a covenant be placed on this propem- ty restrictin5 it to this particular use under B-3 zoning. F~. PlescheP stated he would recommend such a covenant be stipulated if the property is zoned B-3. ~[p. Cooper stated that they are contemplating renting a portion of this building to another quiet- type business operation, such as an Attorney perhaps. ~ip. Jo]mson explained that it is almost necessary in this type of strueture to include this extra space which could be utilized as a rental or left vacant. He stated that without this extra space, it would be extremely difficult to remodel at a later date. Mr. Coope~ stated they had no objection to the building being restricted to a particular type use. ~'~. PlescheP recommended approval of t2]e rezone subject to the following of the site plan and on the basis of the information presented. Motion by [,~ayor Jarstad and Con,missioner Clark to approve the rezone from R-2 to B-3 on the condi- ~-i~n of the business uses submitted and subject to the following of the site plan submitted. Co~missioner Schoneman asked Mr. Plescher if this would be considered spot zoning; ~¥. Plescher stated it definitely would not. [[r. Leichtman asked ~. Plescher why this would not be considered spot zoning; Mm. Plescher stated this is not spot zoning because of the conmmrcial establishments on Burwell and Warren Avenue. Motion carpied unanimously. PAY BILLS ~ Co~rmissionem Clark and Con~nissioner Schoneman to pay all bills that have been approved by a ~--~-~-~ty of the Co~,,~ssion, carried unani~Dusly. REPORTS Conmissioner Clark: 1. Spoke of Initiative 261 and explained that Bremer~con and other cities are r~ceiving quite a sub- stantial amount of funds from liquor taxes and profits; that $3~9~000 will be received in B~emerton'~ 1972 budget ar~ only $118,000 of this will come from taxes. Stated that if this initiative passes the City will not peceive any of the liquor profits and approximately $239,000 would be eliminated from the City ' s income. 2. Looking forward to the bridge toll removal celebmation. Stated he was Comm/ssioner during the dedication of the bridge in 1958, and it will be a great pleasure to participate in the removal ceremony. 3. Reported that the City's grant application to the Urban Mass ~ansit ;dministration fop funding of two-thirds of the cost of seven city buses is progres§ing nicely as indicated by Mr. John Taylor of UMTA while in Bremerton last week. Mr. Clark stated that the application may be approved before the end of this year and would be a definite improvement to the bus system providing much better ridership as well as being more economical. Co~missioner Schoneman: 1. Gillette Avenue Storm Sewer nearing completion; this will correct the problem of homes being flooded in the Valley Hi a~ea. Stated this job is being done by the Street Depa~.t~ent and Water Distribution. 2. Phinney Bay Sewer Project is on schedule; this spring will be able to place 1200 feet of sewer line to complete this much needed project. Stated that septic tanks and drainfields do not operate correctly in this area. 3. Happy to see the completion of the turn movement lane on Kitsap Way between National and Oyster Bay Avenues; stated this was done by city for~es and will be paid for by the State Highway Dep~,h~mnt ~. Stated that $70,000 was the anticipated revenue f~om a logging operating in the Watershed area which is done by city foroes; that as of the October 6th $68,000 worth of logs have been sold and by the end of next week our goal of $70,000 should be reached. Explained that this is a thinning operation. $. Stated that the problem of erosion on ttigh Avenue is to be corrected; that this area will be iCITY COUNCIL M~fJfiNG MINUTES - OCTOBER 18 1972 continued !! filled with rock to pmevent further erosion. I~!6. Only six days left until the tolls are removed! Along with others on both the east and west side I of town, looking forward to this day. ! 7. By savinK the 1/2¢ gas tax the remainder of this year and the first six months of next year~ will i have sufficient funding to improve Sheridan Road between Lebo and Wheaton Way. This improvement will [include: Four-laning, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and necessary storm sowers. Stated that this road !i is used by many for transportation to and f~om schools; and this will eliminate the present rather !hazardous street condition. 18. Reported as a result of the legislature approving cities entering and changing to Washington [ State Pension System over one thousand retirees entered the State Pension System in a three month ii period, thus creating employment throughout the State of Washington. 9. Glad to see the Henry vs. Civil Service case solved. Conm~nded members of the Co~mission who I set a fine example of the fine persons appointed by the Mayor and Con,mission. i! 10. Read letter from Chester Bieson, Retired Executive Director of the Association of Washington i Cities, showing his gratitude for being invited to the Association of Washington Cities District .. Meeting in Poulsbo and for being honored by a standing tribute and plaque. '~ Assistant City Attorney McKluskey: 1. Complimented the Bremerton Police force on the outstanding training of its officers ~ that after beinK involved with criminal law for four years he recognizes this fine training and feels the of- '. ficers make excellent witnesses in court and make vary fine and proper arrests. i i Mayor Jarstad: i 1. Stated he appreciated the fact that sidewalks will be placed on Sheridan road as well as the I other improvements; that when he was a member of the Olympic View PTA this was one of the projects !the PTA proposed. Stated this is a very needed improvement. '2. Spoke of the Washington Future P~ogram which is on the November ballot. Urged all to support this Program. Stated this program is allowing the citizens to have a voice in setting a priority [where money in the future years will be spent in the State budget and will allow the City to enter into many programs and constructive changes through provided funding. 3. Bridge OpeninK cememony will be held Tuesday morning on the Warren Avenue Bridge and all traffic will be stopped at 9:30 a.m. on that bridge. The pregram will begin at 10:00 and should be concluded by 10:30 a.m. Gave a resume of those people to attend the toll lifting ceremony and spoke of the l events to be held. 4. Looking forward to per capita income in fedaral revenue sharing; however, the City is disturbed because the approximately 5,000 military personnel here on April 1 attached to ships were not cred- ited to the City census and were given credit to their borne por~s. Stated that the State of Washing- ton recognizes the count of military personnel and supports the City in its efforts to have the ~ federal government include these people. This amounts to 1/4 million dollars in five years of reven- ue shaping. Stated further that appointments are being sought in Washington D.C. so he can go there next week to seek consideration for counting the 5,000 in revenue sharing, formulas. !~ }{KLF-WAY HOUSE - INFORMAL HEARING g ORDINANCE Clt=~-~ Cle----r~< read City Attorney Walgren s Opinion and the P~oposed Half-Way House Ordinance. Mayor Jarstad invited persons to speak at this time on this matter. The following persons contributed to a discussion which was held pertaining to the proposed ordinance and half-way houses in general: Shirley VanHouver of the Cu~,,{ttee for Way Back; Vemnon Bouten of the Depa~.b~mnt of Social and Health Services; Department of Parole; Mm. Rice, a Gregory Way resident; Gerald Hefner, a concerned citizen; Mr. Birmingham, a nearby resident; Mr. Leichtman, a concerned resident; Walt Hopkins, ~epresenting the Washington State Reformatories; Mrs. Beady, a concerned resident; Jerry Jacobson, Way Back President. Assistant City Attorney McKluskey particpated in this discussion; answering any questions directed to him. City Council members also contributed to this discussion, giving their viewpoints and answering questions dizmcted to them. The Following motion was made. Motion by Conmissioner Schoneman and Conmissioner Clark to approve the ordinance as read on first ~ea-~g, oarmled as follows: Mayor Jarstad, yes; Con~missionar Clark, yes; Commissioner Scboneman, yes. ORDINANCE - TAX LEVY FOR 1972 - NO. 3047 Clerk read, first reading, An Ordinance of the City of B~emerton levying municipal taxes against all of the taxable property within the city limits of B~emerton for the year 1972, and approving the assessment roll made by the Assessor of Kitsap County therefor, to be collected in the year 1973. Motion by Cu,,,g~ssioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to pass Ordinance No. 3047 on first meading, i Under discussion: Commissionem Clark explained this is a levy of the city's statutory 8-mills which has been held up because the city auditor had not received the assessed valuation of the city until i today. Motion carried as follows: Mayor Jarstad, yes; Co~ssioner Clark, yes ~ Co~,,~Hssionar Schone- man, yes. COUNCIL MEL'rING MINUTES - OCTOBER 18, 1972, continued Mm. Vernon Bouten questioned Con~nissioneP Sehonem~mn if any provisions fop tmaffic control had been made at 17th and War~en Avenue as a ~esult of the toll removal; that without this toll, the~e will be no break in the traffic and a traffic hazard may result. Con~nissioner Schoneman stated that this situation is unde~ the s~udy of the Police Traffic Depart- ment as well as other traffic situations that may result f~om the toll r~mDval. MeetinK adjourned 10:30 p.m. G. z~. YEA~ON, SR., C±'lY CLERK APP~OWD BY: GLENN K. JARSTAD, Typed By: /,> P'o:)ofread By: ;§;/'ff. ~