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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/08/71 MINUTES COU~CI L MEETING DECEMBER 8, 1971 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washingtmn was held in the Council C~ambers, City Hall, at 9:00 A.M., PST, Wednesday, December 8, 1971. Attending were: Mayor Jarstad (presiding), Co~tissioner Schuneman, City Clerk Yeadon, Assistant City Attorney Kamps, Eddie Adams, and representatives of press and radio. Co~tissioner Clark absent, having been in attendance at the National League of Cities Convention in Honolulu. Meeting opened with Pledge of Allegiance and invocation by Rev. William Edgington, pastor of Eastside Assembly of God Church. Minutes of December 1, 1971, were read by City Clerk and stood approved as presented. SEPARAT IONS Michael K. Whittaker - Firefighter (EEA) - 12-5-71 - Did not meet minimum medical standards for firefighters. Steve Bruce James - tielper '(EEA) - 11- 23- 71. C~ry ~ - Pla..ing - Assi~t~mt Plannsr - own request. Motimm by O0mMssicner Schonenan ~d Mayor Jarstad to apVrove separations, carried unanimously. CtL&NGE OF PAY STATUS vi. Pauline Orr -Senior Clerk - Water Office - $481 to $500 - 12-21-71.. Denise G. Angell - Clerk Billing Operator - Water Office - $436 to $463 - 12-16-71 ?~otion by Commissioner Schoneman and ~iayor Jarstad to approve, carried unanimously, red Motion by Comissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to approve music machine license, carried unan- ~%-~-~-Ty. TAXICAB DRIVERS LICENSES Clerk presented the following applications, both approved by Police Department: David Owen Underwood - 1559 Pennsylvania. Guy E. Pugh - Bremerton Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Co~nissioner Schoneman to approve the taxicab drivers licenses, car- rxe~animous ly. PAYROLL VOUCHER Clerk presented payroll voucher for period ending November 30, 1971, in the amount of $133,319.09, audited by Harold Pitzwater. Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to approve the payroll voucher, carried unan- ~%-~y. BILLS ~ by Co~tissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to pay all standing bills and indebtedness of ': t-~ty, including up to today, if approved by the majority of the Corm~ission, carried unanimous- ly. BID AWARDS Kitchen and Bar Equipment - Clubhouse Clerk reported for the co~ittee who had studied the bids, and stated it is the committee's recom-? mendation to award the contract to the low bidder, the Northwest Hotel Supply Co., Inc.; and that the bid be for all the items listed in the Call for Bids. Motion by Co~issioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to award as reco~nended. · s~sion: May~r Jarstad stated this evidently was a good bid from the standpoint of the arch- itect and the course manager. Motion carried unanimously. Carpeting and /lard Floor Coverin~ - Clubhouse Clerk stated it is the recommendation of the co~nittee who studied the bids, that the award be made to the low bidder for both carpeting and hard floor covering, which was, in both cases, Bud Higgs Lake Furniture. Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to make the award as recon~ended. ~s~sion: Co~missioner Schoneman stated that it is a good bid by Lake Furniture, and he under- stood it was about $1,000 under the estimate, carried unanimously. Chlorine and Ammonia City Clerk reported that it was the reco~nendation of the committee who studied the bids for sup- plie~ of chlorine and ammonia for calendar year 1972, that the contract be awarded to the low bidder, Pennwalt. Motion by Co~issioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to award as recommended, carried unanimously. (MINIfrES- CITY COI~NCIL MEETING, DECENBER 8, 1971, Cont.) TAXI - RATE INCREASE REQUEST - Clerk read two letters,both dated November 30, 1971, one from Rind Top Taxi, and the other from }loot's Owl Taxi, both of which asked the City Council to approve and authorize a 70¢ fare for the first 1/5 mile, and 10¢ per each 1/6 mile thereafter, with no increase in extra passenger fare or waiting time. The basis for the request was set out in the letters, which referred to the increased cost of doing business and the declining passenger volume. Mayor Jarstad asked that the Ordinance be checked to see what is required in a request for rate change, and Mr. Kamps read from the Ordinance. It was stated the filed rates are not ~o be changed by Ordin- ance until the schedule of the proper changes in rates is filed with the City Clerk for a period of thirty days. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Cammnissioner Schoneman that the City Attorney prepare the necessary ~------~nt, following the recommendation of the taxicab companies; and have a hearing before the City Council two weeks from today; and the City Clerk be instructed to publish notice in the newspaper, carried unanimously. U.A.B. L'l~F~-read letter dated December 3, 1971, which enclosed Aging Schedule on UAB Projects. Mayor asked that these be referred to Conmissioner Schoneman. LETTER - DEPARTI~_aNT OF ECOLOGY Clerk read letter dated December 3, 1971, to Commissioner Schoneman, Rm: Bremerton, WPC-Wn-2§5, State Grant Payment; the enclosed State Invoice Voucher to be signed by a City authorized rep- resentative. Con~uissioner Schoneman stated this is in connection with the Kitsap Lake intercep- tor sewer line. Motion by. Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to authorize the Mayor to sign the ~oucher a--~'t-~-it has beem ~eviewed by the City Auditor, carried unanimously. LETTER - WlLKINS DISTRIBtrrlNG CO. INC. Clerk read letter dated November t0, 1971, to the City Council, which referred to a matter recent ly before the City Council, in which the State of Washington was requested to install a traffic light at the Old Belfair Highway and Highway #3. The letter asked the City to petition the State for a center turn lane from Gorst to the overpass. Comniasioner Schoneman commented on the letter; that he had been on a study of this interoection last fall, which included State Engineer Kerslake, county engineers, and at that time a traffic signal was going in at the inter- section of the new Belfair Highway; and that it was determined that a traffic signal should be placed at the Old Belfair llighway intersection; that he has been advised by the state engineer that this latter signal would be installed within a month; that a turn lane was not discussed, but Commissioner Schoneman said he thought a traffic signal alone will allow proper proceeding onto the Old Belfair Highway. tte stated further, he has a meeting tomorrow morning with Mr. Kerslake, and this will be one of the items to be discussed. LETTER - IIIGH~/AY DEPARTI~ Clerk read letter dated November 29, 1971, addressed~to the Mayor, from R.W. Kerslake, relating to the_Oyster Bay interchange, which, stated.that-modxfi~ation has been a~pr~ved.'. Clerk stated thi~ infdrmation has been fully publicized in the local news media. LgrrER - itALL'S RI3~DELING Clerk read letter dated December 1, 1971, asking for an extension of the contract of the three restrooms, to December 10, 1971, because there is a small amount of exteriorworkwhich was not completed due to unfavorable weather conditions. Also attached, was a claim voucher for fourth partial payment. Clerk stated that the voucher was for 9S% of the total contract and had the signature of Mr. Pendergast, Park Superintendant. Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to approve the payment and the requested ex- en~n, carried unanimously. Discussion: Con~issioner Schoneman stated he could see no need for the facilities until spring. Mayor Jarstad conmented that the Eastparkpreperty looks extremely nice and shows what a well cared for park can look like in the conraunity. He hoped that people will go take a look at what has been done. LETTER ~ AGREEMF3qT - REDFORD ENGINEERS Clerk read letter dated December 7, 1971, to Commissioner Sdmneman, which submitted Redford En- gineer's proposal for engineering services for lSth Street. 'Enclosed with the letter was the agreement, and the letter pointed out the format is the same as previous agreements with the City, except for two changes in the rate structure. Previous charge was for using a factor of 1.75 and 2.0 for field work and office/surveywork respectively. Due to the increased overhead costs, these have been adjusted to 1.9 and 2.1; also, due to the con~plexity of this project re- lating to the adjoining properties, Redford suggested the "A" curve for the design work. The engineering firm offered to have someone come to discuss the agreement in more detail. Mayor Jarstad stated he would like to have this agreement referred to the City Attorney's office for review; and as soon as Commissioner Clark is in attendance, he would like togchedule a meeting with the Con~iasioners and a~alyze this entire project, because it is quite complex; and would like to have the opportunity for the throe to sit down and go over the problems which would be brought up. He said he realized the project had been planned for a long time; and wouli,, (MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL b~E~rlNG, DECI~iBER 8, 1971, Cont.) like to study the proposal and then come to a decision on the contract and the entire job; that there are many obstacles in this particular project, and the Mayor thought they should investigate these ahead of time. Commissioner Schoneman stated they could hold up the contract, but the money has been ftmded for the project and it will be necessary to get involved i~diately, or the funding may be withdrawal;' and for projects which are not under way, money is being withdrawn. Commissioner Schoneman stated further, that he knows what the project involves, and what problems are involved; and it is nec- essary to have a proper children's walkway from Callow to Haddon School. He said he personally went to each home owner in 1959 and talked to them about a blacktopped children's walk. He said he knew what considerable engineering was going to be required; and said the problems could be resolved, but he didn't want to chance losing the money; that he knew that this roadway has to be improved; that it may have to be done on reduced standards from accepted standards, although he hasn't made an application for less standards, but it may have to be, because of rights-of-way. lie said further, that he would use the City engineering forces if they didn't have so many pro- jects in the mill. Mayor Jarstad commented that perhaps the representative of Redford Engineers could come over be- fore the next Council Meeting, and can have the City Attorney's office review the agreement in the meantime; and that Mr. Clark would be back next Monday. No action was taken, and the Mayor requested the City Clerk to send a copy to the City Attorney. 10:00 A.M. OPEN ~ETING Mrs. Sisk informed the City Council she had moved from the Pinewood area, temporarily to Silver- dale; and hoped to become a City resident in the future. She also gave Commissioner Schoneman a $25 check for the Carillon Bell fund; and stated it was in memory of former City Clerk "Shyne McGowan," and asked that someone play on the bells in his memory, "Auld Lang Syne." KITSAP LAKE S[DPPING CENTER - L.I.D. ~Godat Contract) Clerk read memo from City Engineer Parker, to the City Council, dated December 2, 1971, reco~nend- lng that Godat and Associates be retained to provide services for the Kitsap Lake Shopping Center LID. The memo stated that the workload of the engineering department at this time makes it im- possible to do the engineering work, but the City has the option of performing the staking and inspection, which decision is to be made at the time of construction. Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to retain Howard Godat to do the Kitsap Lake ~gB"~ng Center sewer system, and to include that the contract be checked by the City Attorney's office and the City Engineer. Discussion: Cor~nissioner Schoneman stated this is a most needed job, which was brought out two weeks ago in the City Council meeting; that this is one job that is needed immediately, and the engineering isn't too difficult; that there would be no acquisition of easements or right-of-way in this project, so it should be a fairly simple engineering job, which could be completed short- ly, with the possibility of calling for bids in February; that this is one of the benefits deriv- ing from the Kitsap Lake interceptor tewer; and Mr. Schoneman thanks the Federal Government, State, and Pollution Control people for having supported this project. Mayor Jarstad remarked that this is one of the improvements to come under the rates of the old Ordinance, and Commissioner Schone- man stated this was correct. Motion carridd unanimously. LETTER - LILE-MAYFLOWER REZONE Clerk read letter dated December 7, 1971, to the City Council, requesting consideration of amend- ing item #4 in the Ordinance which was read for the first time on December 1, to read, "loading and unloading of trucks to be on the north and east end of the warehouse building." The letter gave reasons for this request and asked if the request could not be met at the December 8, Council Meeting; that they would appreciate a postponement of the final reading of the Ordinance until next Council Meeting, at which time they would present their new preliminary site plan and further reasons for their request. Letter was signed by Garry Spore, Manager. Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman that the City Council take the letter under a v--~ment and postpone the second reading of the Ordinance until two weeks from today, and give proper notice that City Council would be giving consideration to this change in the Ordinance. Co~nissioner Schoneman stated he was inclined to agree with the petitioner, who has evidently dis- covered that a portion of the property they intended to build on is a natural waterway, which has · been brought more directly to their attention due to the t~enty-nine days of rain. They have a good request inasmuch as they're going to have ten foot screening around the area, and that he has found he can net build part of his project according to plans. Mayor Jarstad said he appreciated the part of the letter which stated they would be able to present a new preliminary site plan and give further reasons for their request. Motion carried unanimous- ly. (Continued next page) (MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING, DECI~MBRR 8, 1971, Cont.) REPORTS Commissioner Schoneman: Co~nissioner Schoneman reported as follows: 1) Kean Street blacktopping was completed on Tuesday. This is an arterial street project. 2) Started doing the preparation work for the installation of sidewalks on Kitsap Way; however, will not have a crew there today due to ~eather donditions. 3) Reported on the activities of keeping the main streets open during the snow which fell, starting last night at about 9:30p.m. Stated that by co~ining with the Water Department people, the Public Works Department was able to have a fresh crew following the night's work. This helps to keep the overtime to a minimum. He complimented Archie Mottinger and Barnie Shaw for their work during the snow, and for Eddie Weller's participation this morning. 4) Meeting with Mr. Kerslake, State Engineer, tomorrow morning at 11:00 a.m., to discuss two or three projects, the main one being ~ fifth lane between Oyster Bay or Shorewood Drive, from Marine Drive intersection; that there are no turn movements on that area now, except at National Avenue, and if the State will pay the entire cost, ~ublic Works will be glad to install' tbe lane. S) Will be meeting with Mr. Baker, Director of the Public Employees Retirement System on proposed legislation for the upcoming special session of the Legislature; that our employees are attempting to get equal pension rights with the uniformed employees; that AFL and CIO are back of our employees and too felt there was a good chance that this might occur. 6) Carillon Bells - Reported that over the $13,000 mark has been made, counting Mrs. Sisk'., contribution, and anticipating another $500 to $700 this week. Spoke about the smorgasboard, and that he did not knew the results of that effort yet. He thanked KBRO for the live broadcast from the Son's of Norway Hall. Attorney Kamas: The City Attorney's office is involved in a four or five day trial in Superior Court, in the Schade C~nstruction vs City of Bremerton case, which suit is for approximately $8S,000. Gary Sexton is handling the case and should have knowledge of the judgment by next week. Ma},or Jarstad: 1} This afternoon will be attending the Air Pollution Hearing in Seattle, the regular monthly meeting, and will have results of the State board which heard the variance request on the Tacoma smelter, and the board will mal~e a decision on whether to give one year extension to get the pollutants out of their plant stack discharge. 2) Tomorrow morning in Everett is Governmental Conference Meeting. Stated he was chair- man of the legislative committee, and the request of their committee is that there be Indian representation on their conference; that with all the planning to do in the area, many large areas are owned by Indian tribes. Federal Government has requested they be represented in the Puget Sound Governmental Conference; that the committee has met with very little objection by some of the members, but hope the whole conference will approve bringing in the Indian tribes. 5) Gave a report of the Police Depa~t~nt. Spoke of the arrest total as compared with last year, was up, but was a decrease in the amount of accidents; that the Police Department has a number of very active officers out in the field, trying to get the citizens to obey the traffic laws in the City, as they do not want personal injuries; that the department has been able to reduce the injury rate by being as efficient as they can on traffic control, and it is important to recognize the high cost of insurance. The estimated amount of damage in Bremorton involving automobiles is $44,855 per month, which comes out to the amotmt of $509 cost per ac- cident. The Mayor spoke of strict law enforcement, and good ~ublic ~orks Department in the building of streets and obtaining better traffic flow, and complimented Commissioner Schoneman on trying to organize proper traffic flow with a limited budget. The amount of accidents in the City of Bremerton have been reduced since starting stronger enforcement policies and better streets, even with more cars in the City and more miles of City streets, he is able to report good statistics. He gave a report of the number of people arrested, and spoke of the assis- tance of the EEA grant, which hagemade it possible to get three additional officers, and an additional grant for further nu~ers, through which the City will have an additional three Po- lice officers in the City. These will be detailed in the area of greatest need, and one is more stringent enforcement of our traffic laws. He compared fire loss of approximately SI,S00 per month, as to $44,000 on automobile loss. S) The Mayor also spoke of an editorial in the local newspaper, which spoke of the speed limit on the west side of Kitsap Way, coming down the hill from TB~M to Callow Avenue; wherein the speed limit is 25 miles an hour down the hill, and $S miles an hour on the east side. He explained that the policy was to slew traffic down from the 60 mile an hour speed limit approach to the City, to the 35 mile an hour on Kitsap l~ay to hilltop, then to 2S miles an hour, so that traffic may be brought down to the 2S mile an hour speed limit in the main area of town. At 10:40 a.m. Mayor recessed the Council ~eeting antil 11:00 a.m., bid opening time. Recessed meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, was held at 11:00 a.m., with Mayor Jarstad presiding. Also present were: Commissioner Schoneman, City Clerk Yeadon, and press and radio. The agenda showed bid opening was for office equipment maintenance contract for 1972. ~otion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to open the bids, carried unanimously. (MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL ~ETING, DECEMBER 9, 1971, Cont.) Bids were opened by the City Clerk, and read from the following firms:. Tri-CotmtZ Business Equipment Co.. Inc. -$50.00 Cashier's Check enclosed. 'lypewriter$ ~ St. 40 Typewriters Electric $4.90 (Not IBM) Adders - Hand $21.4S Adders - Electric $31.45 Calculators $38.45 Check Protectors $18.4S Mimeo Machine $34. S0 New Motors and Platens and mimeoscreen will be on a cost plus 20% Parts - cost plus 20% Minimum charge less than one full hour $8.50 Charge for 1/4 of hour over one full hour $2.25 Hourly rate $8.50 Peninsula Stationers Typewriters $3. SO Typewriters Electric $$,00 (Not IBM) Adders - fland $20.50 Ad~r$ ~1 a ,,Electric $ 30. S 0 Calculators $45.00 Check Protectors $18. SO Mimeo Machine $65.00 New Motors and Platens and memeoscreen will be on a cost plus 20% - Parts-cost plus 20% Minimum charge less than one full hour $12.S0 Charge for 1/4 of hour over one full hour $3.12S Hourly rate $12.$0 Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Cor~issioner Schoneman to refer the bids to committee for study and awa-~to be made at next ~ot~il Meeting, carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned 11:07. G. C. ~ SR., City Clerk