HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/19/70 March 19, 1970
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was held in thc Council Chambers
of the City Roll at 7:30 P.M., P.S.T. on Thursday, March 19, 1970 with Mayor Jarstad presiding.
Also attending were the following: ~ommissioner Clark,Commissioner Schoneman, City Attorney
Walgren, City Clerk Yeadon, City Engineer Lewis, City Planner Plescher, Assistant Superintendent
of Water Waller, Rev. Glenn Soule, Jerry Thornburgh, Evelyn Bowen, Ed Adams, repreaenative of the
press and several residents of our community, Frank Shepard, City Treasurer and Conifer representa-
tives.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M., P.S.T. by Commissioner Clark (the Mayor was detained
for the first 15 minutes of the meeting) and the Invocation was given by Reverend Glean Souls, Man-
ette Community Church.
The minutes of the previous meeting were read and~approved as read.
The City Clerk stated it is the time set for the opening of bids for 2100 ~eet of steel watermain
and 14 28" couplings. Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to open bids, carrie,
unanimously. The City Clerk read the following bids:
COUPLINGS:
H. D. FOWLER CO., INC. Bellevue, Washington. Bid bond enclosed for 5%. Unit Price
$56.35 Sub-Total $788.90 Plus S. S. T. $35.50 GRAN~ TOTAL $824.40
HALLGREN COMPANY INC. Seattle, Washington. Certified Check for $50.00 enclosed.
Unit Price $60.~0 Sub-TOtal $967.40 Plus S. S. T. $43.53 GRAND TOTAL
$1,010.93
PACIFIC WATER WORKS SUPPLY CO., Seattle, Washington. Bid Bond fpr 5%. Unit Price
$72.98 Sub- Total $1,021.72 Plus S. S. T. $45.98.
UNITED SUPPLY 'COMPANY, Tacoma, Washington Unit Price $72.98 Sub-Total $1,021.72
Plus S. S. T. $45.98 GRAND TOTAL $1,067.70.
WESTERN UTILITIES, Seattle, Washington. Certified Check for $55.00 enclosed.
Unit Price $72.98 Sub-Total $1,021.72 Plus S. S. T. $45.98 GRAND TOTAL
$1,067.70
MOtion by Mr. Schonaman and Mr. Jarstad to refer bids to Mr. Mumble Superintendent of Water for
further study and award, carried unanimously.
WATERMAIN:
AMERICAN PIPE & CONSTRUCTION CO., Portland Oregon. Bid Bond enclosed.
Unit Prices $544.74, $42.93 $982.00, $81~.00, $719.00, $604.00
respectively; Totals $24,513.30, $5,143.95, $982.00 $654.00,
$719.00, $604.00 respectively; Plus S. S. T. $1,467.73 GP~D
TOTAL $34,083.98. Alternate bid submitted.
LIBERTY SUPPLY COMPANY, Seattle, Washington. Bid Bond enclosed for
$1,300.00. Unit Prices, $4&~.t5, $284.85, $279.30, $98.20, $101.10, '
$277.20 respectively; Totals $20,931.75, $3,732.75, $279.30, $197.40,
$191.10, $277.20 respectively; Plus S. S. T. $1,152.43 GRAND TOTAL
$26,761.93.
UNITED SUPPLY COMPANY, Tacoma, Washington. Bid Bond enclosed for 5%.
Unit Prices $440.00, $230.00, $263.90, $93.25, $181.00, $262.00
respectively; Totals $19,800.00, $2,450.00, $263.90, $186.50, $181.00
$262.00 respectively; plus S. S.T. $1,086.45 GRAND TOTAL $25,229.85.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Jarstad to refer bids to appropriate committee for study and
award, carried unanimously.
City Clerk read MEMO from City Clerk to City Council dated March 19, 1970 recommending the
award of the copper sulphate bid to Van Waters and Rogers as they were the lowest bidder.
City Clerk read a MEMO ftOtn City Clerk to City COuncil dated March 19, 1970 recommending the
award of the floodlights bid to Graybar Electric as they were the only bidder; however, prices
were looked into and they had a good price and in comparision with last years price the bid this ye .r
was lower.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to approve the recommendation for award,
carried unanimously.
Mayor Jarstad then interrupted the regular order of business for a presentation to Jerry Thornburgh
Roger Paquette from the YMCA presented Jerry Thornburgh with a trophy for winning the Class B
Trophy' Haddball Ma~nh~y. Commissioner Schoneman made the presentation and the Mayor and Commissio ~er
Clark offered their congratulations.
City Clerk read a MEMO from Andrew Pendergast to Mayor Glenn Jarstad dated March 19, 1970
requesting authorisation to call for bids for the purchase of a new chlorinator for Memorial
Swimming Pool to replace ~he old Wallace & Tternan machine.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to approve, carried unanimously.
City Clerk read the following reports of separations:
DAVID WARD, Water Supply, Extra Labor, effective 3-11-70, reason: Did not report for
work after the first day.
DAVID SIMMONS, Water Supply Extra Labor, effective 3-17-70 reason; quit
GEORGE RICMA~&, Water Supply, Extra Labor, effective 3-17-70, reason: quit
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to approve, carried unanimously.
City Clerk read the following report of EMPLOYMENTS:
RICHARD DENNIS GRUBER, Water (Distribution), extra help, $2.55 per hour, effective
3-16-70
March 19, 1970
RICH~dtD D. IRVIN, Water (Supply), extra labor, effective 3-16-70, $2.25 per
hour
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to approve; under discussion, Mr. Schoneman
commented on Dennis Gruber will replace a retiree from the Water Department in January and will take
an examination at that time which is open for anyone, until that time he will work as extra labor.
Motion carried unanimously.
City Clerk read CHANGE ORDER froZBurwell St. Phase V from City EAgineer Lewis to City Council
dated March 4, 1970. The Change on D. A. B. 8-2-152(5): stabltzing sub-base materials 4" minus
crushed rock. Amount of increase $4,168.90 CHANGE ORDER fro llth Street cut through. The change
on U. A. B. 8-2-152(3): Fill weep holes in wall "F" done by Force Acnount; and U.A.B. 8-2-152(3);
Cut reinforcing bars which were too long because of changes in walls done by Force Account. There
was another change order submitted but City Engineer Lewis withdrew it because of a possible
error in the order.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad to approve, under discussion; Mayo~ Jarstad
asked if the road beds were not tested and studied before the approval of the Job. City Engineer
Lewis explained that there were houses on the land and the tests could only be done on the exposed
road, consequently, when the houses were removed it was necessary to call for these changes. Motion
carried unanimously.
City Clerk read PAYROLL VOUCHER for pay period ending March 15, 1970, Warrants Nos. 27915 through
28237 for $96,322.74 (GROSS) audited by Harold Firewater, Assistant City Auditor and approved by
Austin M. Clark, Commissioner of Finance and Accounting.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to approve payroll voucher, carried
unanimously.
City Clerk read the Pensions for City of Bremerton Employee's Retirement Fund for March 1970.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to approve List for March 31, 1970 in
the amount of $2,871.93 (GROSS) carried unanimously.
City Clerk read a HRMO from George Plechser to Mayor Jarstad dated March 10, 1970 regarding
Kitsap Lake Park area. "The land is a part of the area designated as park use on the Comprehensive
Plan. It is a natural wooded area and contains the only inlet of water to the lake and should be
protected. An appraisal of the value of the land is one of hha requirements for making application.
Therefore, your~permission is requested to proceed wit h the appraisal." "A second parcel of
property for which permission is requested for an appraisal is that lying south of Evergreen Park
adjoining the public waterway."
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Mr Clark to have these parcels of land appraised for the p~rpose
of entering an application to I.A.C. and also another agency concerning marine land acquisitions
and the Park Boards in Olympia with the appr&~iing being done by Mr. Beard (Having done numerous
appraisals for the City in the past.) under discussion, Commissioner Schoneman inquired as to
where these parcels df land were located. Mr. Jarstad and Mr. Plescher explained the location and
details concerning these parcels of land. Commissioner S~honemat inquired~as to the location of
the parcels of land. Mr. Jarstad and Mr. Pleacher ecplained the location and details concerning
these parcels of land. Commissioner Clark stated that the motion is not to approve the purchase
of hhe land but simply to have the land appraised for consideration of purchasing it. Motion
carried unanimoasly.
City Clerk"read a MEMO from City Engineer Lewis to City Council dated March 19, 1970 concerning
40 easements froRMadrona Point and Litsap Lake Sewer Projects.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to approve the easements subject to
reviewing by the City Attorney's Office for filing; under discussion, Commissioner Schoneman
asked City Engineer how many easements were lacking. City 'Engineer stated that the majority of
easements have been obtained but there are still a few in the process of negotiating or legal action
Motion carried unanimously.
City Clerk read a LETTER from the Department of Fisheries to the City of Bremerton regarding
Madrona Point Sanitary Sewer System, Ostrich Bay and Oyster Bay, dated March 6, 1970. The
letter submitted several provisions as noted in the letter on file in the City Clerk's Office
under discussion, Commissioner Clark asked if these provisions are worked into the proposed
specifications and Commissioner Schoneman stated that there is no ~roblem in this matter.
City Clerk read ORDINANCE NO. 2875 creating a local sales or use tax; and declaring an emergency.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to approve, under discussion, Mayor Jarstad
commented that this is the same Ordinance Passed last week; however, in a discussion with Dr.
Campbell from the University of Washington concerning the meaning of unanimous in the City Charter
it was decided that it would be better to read the Ordinance while all three Commissioners were herei~
to make sure of its legality. Commissioner Clark commented on the use of the money, and that it is ;
needed. Motion carried unanimously.
City Clerk read a LETTER dated March 13, 1970 from E. Robert Caughie to the Bremerton City Council
concerning the Sales Tax. The letter expressed a negative opinion to wards the sales tel, The author
&f the letter is from Union Washington. Commissioner Clark commented on the letter and stated that
if the City had not passed this tax the County would still have passed it and the tax would have
been charged. This way the City can have a percentage of the revenue taken in.
City Clerk read BULLETIN concerning the sales tax dated March 17, 1970 from the Association of
Washington Cities.
Clerk read LETTER Dated March 12, 1970 from Department of Revenue, State of Washington, acknowledging
the City's intent to enact local sales tax ordinance and enclosing copies of the AGREEMENTS to be
executed by the City Council and forwarded to the State for administration of the tax.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the
agreement, carried unanimously.
City Clerk brought before the COuncil land restriction agreements concerning Tract 14, 17 & 18.
submitted by COnifer Co.; hearing was held Januanry 17, 1970.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to consider land use restriction for Tract
14 subject to checking and drafting of Ordinance with reference to Tract 14 only, and that notices
be sent to the people concerning the other tracts to appear at the next Council meeting, March 25,
1970. Under discussion, A lengthy discussion ensued to refresh the memories of the COuncil of
their previous action which was to approve Tract 14 and defer action on Tract 17 & 18 until,a
later date, Conifer representative, R. Moriarlty and City Planner George Plescher spoke concerninl
the matter . Motion carried unanimously.
City Clerk read a LETTER dated March 16, 1970 addressed to the City COuncil from Ben J. Rust,
President of Bremerton-Charleston Transportation Company. The letter was regarding financial
assistance from the City or the buses will be stopped as of April 30, 1970. Mr. Adams, spoke on
behalf of the senior citizens, Mr. Elmer Strom, Mr. Michie King, and Mr. Gahring voiced their
opinions. Commissioner Clark closed with the question to the people of Bremerton for a solution
or proposal to solve the problem as quickly as possible and one that will be possible for the City
to do.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mr. Jarstad to pay all bills that are approved by a majority of
the Commissioners, carried unanimously.
Commissioner Clark reported:
1) Trip to Washington D. C. the time was short but it was used to the best advantage and helpful
information wss gathered and brought back.
2) Visited with Senators Magnuson & Jackson as well as COngressman Hicks and several other state
officials.
Commissioner Schoneman reported:
1) Prospectus has been submitted to the State Highway Department for requesting approval of the
large storm sewer on Sheridan and Pine Road. This will be one of the major undertakings in
construction for this year. There was a problem of a complete washout on the Pine Road in
heavy rain. Monies will be forthcoming from 1/2 cent gas tax program and it is an approved
arterial.
2) Had a meeting with the major property owners of Claim's Marsh together with City, COunty,
and State Officials to discuss the possibilities of drainage basin that is now being filled
for expansion of business. There will be another meeting next week with County Engineer
present. There is a possibility of a tie-in with the Sheridan Road and Pine Road storm drain.
3) Phase III, rock base is going in place at the present time.
4) Phase V is also having its rock base laid. There is a problem with one protion of right-of
way which was not acquired. Scheduled for court tomorrow, March 20, 1970 at 1:30 P.M.
5) Burwell loop Program plans and specifications are almost completed for the last phase of this
project. Will have two schedules on the Job as all the property has not been acquired.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark to call for bids on Phase IV, under
discussion: Commissioner Schoneman stated this ~egram between Sixth and Burwell and along
Washington will not be started until we have the opening of the new connection between Mannette
Bridge and llth Street and Pacific so that some of the traffic flow can be directed through that
way. There will be some traffic movement on Washington during the time of construction with
the exception of Sixth to Ninth. Carried unanimously.
6) Word from the State on a program called "TOPICS" that will allow the cities to use Federal
fundings plus Sta~e Funds plus Gas Taxlcknown as the Urban Traffic Operations Program to in
crease Capacity add Safety. Commissioner Schoneman read a letter from the State saying the
City has approval to go ahead with the program if they so desire.
7) Reported on the progress of the Golf Course. They will soon need fertilizer and seed.
City Attorney had no report.
City Clerk had no report.
Commissioner Clark introduced the City Treasurer, Mr. Frank SHepard.
Mayor Jarstad introduced County Librarian, Evelyn Bowen. Mrs. Bowen made a presentation of the
plans for an expansion on the present regional library, The expansion will be 365 sq. ft. of
office space until the Citizens of Bremerton feel that it is time for a new libary. Mayor Jarstad
explainedthat because of the building being owned by the City Mrs. Bowen wanted a formal approval
for the architects to continue with their plan and specifications and to present them to the
engineers and building inspector.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to approve the request, carried unatimously.
Mayor Jarstad reported:
1) Commented on the arrival of the Daffodil court tomorrow at nine o'clock A.M.
2) Commented on school levy and suggesting~olunteer programs ~o keep our young people busy.
Mayor Jarstad opened the floor to the audience for discussion:
Mr. Bean opened some discussion to Mr. Schoneman regarding the sewers, treatment plahts, and
separations, etc. A short discussion on sewer rates, conditions, etc. Mr. Bean stated our sewer
rates should be upped to make money for sewer & storm water systems.
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