HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/26/70 August 26~ 1970
Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington, was held in the Council
Chambers, City Hall, at 9:00 A. M., DST, Wednesday, August 26, 1970. Presiding was Mayor pro tem
Austin Clark. Present were the following: Commissioner Schoneman, City Clerk Yeadon, City Attorne.
Walgren, City Engineer Parker, City Planner Plescher, Fire Chief Holtine, Eddie Adams, members of
press and radio. Mayor Jarstad was out of town on vacation.
Meeting was preceded by the flag salute and invocation given by Graham MacGregor, Youth Minister,
Manette Community Church.
Minutes of the last regular meeting were approved as amended, after reading by the City Clerk. ii
SEPARATIONS ii
Clerk read Separations for following named Street Department extra help employees: Richard Spencer!
Richard Kabelac, John Austin, Robert Vanderkleed.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark to approve Separations, carried unanimously.
Eb~LOYMENTS
Clerk read Notice of Employment for: Patricia A. Dilley, Clerk-Steno. in the Clerk's Office,
$436.00 per month, civil service eligible; and Richard Boyd Wolff, Engr. Aid I., $530.00 per
month, subject to civil service examination.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to approve employments, carried unanimously.
August 26~ 1970 (Cont'd.)
CHANGE OF PAY STATUS
Clerk read Change of Pay Status for: John R. Ross, Clerk's Office, from $675.00 to $700.00 per
month, effective September 1, 1970, end of his probation period; John G. Stonehouse, from 1st Year
Ptm. to 2nd Year Ptm., Police Dept., $654.50 to $682.00 per month.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to approve, carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE - ABANDONED VEHICLES
ilMr. Clark stated he was not familiar with the complete terms of the proposed ordinance and asked if
there was anyone present to speak for or against the ordinance. Mr. Dwight Mickels, 1328 East Hope
Street, spoke in favor of the ordinance and said it was needed due to a neighbor who was allowing
his property to be strewn with car bodies and parts. Discussion followed and it was the feeling of
the commissioners that it would be well to see what the county officials were doing about this type
of legislation so that there would be uniform regulation in both city and county areas. Copies of
the ordinance were requested for the commissioners to study.
AUDIENCE RECOGNITION
Mrs. Fisk, 3611 Pine Cone Drive, asked about fences and sidewalks. Mr. Schoneman explained that
sidewalks were installed through local improvement districts and fences could be permitted to be
built beyond private property providing they did not interfere with use of the street and providing
they would be removed if the street was improved.
CITY VALUATION
Clerk read letter from County Assessor setting forth the estimated valuation of the City for the
1971 tax rolls $101,717~500. Mr. Clark stated on this basis the City will receive more income than
last year.
GRANT - KITSAP LAKE INTERCEPTOR
Clerk read letter dated August 18, 1970, from State Department of Ecology to the City Council re:
Grant Application for Sewage Treatment Works, WPC-Wn-265, which stated that the project has received
a priority rating for a state grant increase not to exceed $22,620 and a matching federal grant of
$49,170.00; also, a federal grant increase offer from the Federal Water Quality Administration will
be forthcoming. Mr. Schoneman gave appreciative remarks concerning the grants.
KRAMER, CHIN & MAYO
Clerk read letter dated August 19, 1970, to City from Kramer, Chin & Mayo, Consulting Engineers,
which stated the scoping study required for the City on the sewer separation and treatment plant
requirements is underway and on schedule. The aerial mapping is costing less than estimated and
because of this reason the firm asked for a modification of the contract to add a special study of
the incineration of domestic sewage sludge. The additional work for the study will be without cost
to the city and will be done by Paul Liao of the consulting firm as part of his final thesis work
leading to his Doctorate in Sanitary Engineering. The cost for the pilot plant will be within the
limits of the study now contracted with the City and will be approximately $3,000.00; also, there
will be no charge for the operation of the pilot plant by Mr. Liao. The agreement proposed mentioned
that the research will include consideration of the needs of the city and the surrounding area of
Kitsap County.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark to accept this change in the agreement and to have it approved
in this Council meeting. On discussion, Mr. Schoneman spoke at some length on the value and benefit~
of this pilot program, and that apparently it fits in with air pollution regulations. Mr. Clark
spoke on the subject and mentioned that disposal as commercial fertilizer apparently ha5 not worked
and that this program will have to be made sure that it complies with air pollution laws. Copy of
the letter to be sent to Engineering Dept. and to Mr. Schoneman~s office. Motion carried unanimousl~
TAPPING MACHINE
Clerk read Memo. dated August 25, 1970, to Mr. Schoneman from E. G. Humble, asking for authorization
to call for bids for the furnishing of a tapping machine to replace an old one now used. Funds
available Dist. Div. Budget, M&O #13, Misc. tools.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark that the request be granted, carried unanimously.
REPLACEMENT - FORMER. KITSAP LAKE WATER SYSTEM
!Clerk read Memo. dated August 25, 1970, to Mr. Schoneman from E. G. Humble, asking for authorization
ito proceed with replacement of two more steel pipe segments of the water system serving the former
Kitsap Lake Water District. The first unit would be 4300' of 6" and 8" steel pipe to be replaced
with 12" asbestos cement pipe along Harlow Drive from Price Road to Lakehurst Drive, estimated cost
$27,950.00. 3000' of 12" pipe is already on hand. Nearly all the property abutting this installatio
is inside the City Limits where assessments will be at the rate of $1.00 per front foot; the area
outside will be assessed at $2.25. The second unit would be Lyle Ave. from Harlow Drive to Kitsap
Way, a distance of 2150 feet. 8" asbestos cement pipe would be installed here at an estimated cost
of $9675.00 to replace the existing 4" steel. This area is all within the City Limits so hydrants
could be placed at desirable locations and assessments would be made as outlined above.
August 26~ 1970 (Cont'd.)
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark to approve of the request. 'On discussion Mr. Clark asked
about the funds budgeted for this work. Mr. Schoneman stated the purchase of the pipe had been
approved at a previous meeting and this is just asking for authorlzation to proceed with the job.
Mr. Schoneman further cormmented that this is a continuing program of replacement of thin steel wall
pipe about 20 to 25 years old that is periodically breaking or getting pinholes and leakage. Also,
when the city accepted the Kitsap Lake Water District with its over $30,000 in assets, the problems
were known and the department has been gradually replacing the lines which will allow the hydrants
to be placed. It will take some time to complete the entire removal and replacement. Motion
carried unanimously.
EASEMENT TO DIX
Clerk presented Easement from the City to the estate of Peres A. Dix and Katy Braford Dix and
The National Bank of Commerce as executor of and trustee under the will of Peres A. Dix, at 930
Highland Avenue. The easement is to grant the right to grantee to lay, operate and maintain sewer
pipes.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to approve the granting of the Easement and refer to the
City Attorney for checking as to form and recording. Under discussion: Mr. Schoneman explained
that the Dix Estate lost quite a portion of land for the llth Street cut-through and their sewer
line had to be re-routed through land which was formerly their property~ The easement will not
affect the connector street and it is on the upper portion~ up above the fence line. Motion
carried unanimously.
HEARINGS: CREELMAN AND V.I.P.
City Clerk stated this was time and place for two hearings, Ray Creelman, street vacation and
V.I.P. rezone application.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to open the hearings, carried unanimously.
CREELMAN VACATION HEARING
Clerk stated notice had been posted as provided by law and then read letter from Ray Creelman and
protest letter from Charles McCormick. Clerk read Memo. dated May 4, 1970, to City Council from '
George Plescher, Planning Director, which stated that since recommending approval of the vacation
of one hslf of Ford Avenue to the Planning Commission that it had been discovered the street servin~
the property to the south is a paper street, and that it is not feasible to build the street because
of topographic conditions, namely, a deep gully. Thus the property to the south becom~ landlocked;
therefore, Mr. Plescher recommended that the street not be vacated. Clerk read a letter from Ray
Creelman requesting the vacation and a letter from Charles McCormick requested denial.
Merrill Wallace, Attorney, spoke in behalf of his client, Dr. Ray Creelman. Mr. Bogard, a resident
of the area, was present, also. Mr. Wallace gave the background of the property and explained how
Mr. Bogard had obtained a 30' portion of the right-of-way through an old law by going to the
Superior Court. This law does not apply to the balance of the right-of-way. Mr. Wallace stated
the road has never been improved since 1913; there is no access there; and not used by Mr. McCormic}
and the street is useless.
At 10:15 A. M. the meeting recessed by order of Mayor pro tem Clark until approximately 10:25 A. M.
so members of the City Council could attend a Medicine Man Award at the Chamber of Commerce.
Meeting reconvened at 10:43 A. M. with the same persons present, and the hearing continued.
Mr. Wallace continued for'a short time in his presentation and then Mr. McCormick spoke at length.
He stated that it was not possible to get to his property for East Phinney Bay due to the steep
incline; that the road had been improved at onetime and there was access there years ago; that
there will be no access if the road is vacated; otherwise there would have to be a very expensive
fill.
City Engineer Parker explained the area from a aerial map.
Mr. McCormick stated he would like to build a home on his property but that he could'not obtain a
building permit if he had an easement road, which Mr. Wallace suggested Dr. Creelman could givehim.
Mr. Bogard spoke briefly and questioned the reason given by Mr. McCormick for needing the road.
Mr. Bogard gave data on the properties there.
Mr. McCormick stated he would be willing to improve the 20' to the specifications of the city and
would be willing to work with Dr. Creelman so that his access would not be injured. After further
discussion, Mr. Clark stated he would like to have a look at the site and suggested the hearing be
closed and the Council reserve its Judgment until next Wednesday in order to personally inspect the
property and come to a little more clear understanding. Mr. Schoneman agreed with Mr. Clark and
brought out further the question of obtaining a building permit without right-of-way, stating he
doubted a variance would be granted without right-of-way.
August 26~ 1970 (Cont'd.)
!HEARING - V.I.P. REZONE APPLICATION
Clerk read the application which asked for rezone from R-1 to B-2, for two-story office building
plus basement area, at approximately National Ave. and Kitsap Way. Also, read a Memo. from Capt.
Ingram which stated his office finds no problem of granting the request for the building site and
plans; the parking lot layout is fine. Clerk read Planning Commission Resolution No. 194, requestin~
the City Council pass an ordinance.approving the rezone. Then, read letter dated July 21, 1970, from
the Planning Commission Chairman giving their reasons for recommending the rezone be granted. Clerk
read proposed "Declaration of Land Use Restrictions".
Planner Plescher gave the location using zoning map and comprehensive plan map and discussed the
general area surrounding the site which is generally commercial. Mr. Charles Gilman, Architect, was
present and stated he represented Mr. Sam Fitz of V.I.P~, Inc.
There was a lengthy discussion, many questions asked on the necessity of having contract zoning in
an area obviously commercial all around. Mr. Clark spoke in opposition for this policy, and he was
joined in his remarks by Mr. Schoneman. Mr. Walgren asked several questions and Mr. Plescher gave
remarks on contract zoning. Mr. Plescher and Mr. Gilman suggested the discussions continue in
administrative session and the action be delayed.
Acting Mayor Clark suggested action be deferred in order to get the City Council to meet with the
Planning Commission and discuss this whole question of contract zoning and then render the decision
following this meeting.
!iMotion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to close the hearing and the City Council meet with the
~ Planning Commission to discuss contract rezoning and then render a decision, carried unanimously.
ii BIDS
Water Meters, Curb & Gutter, High Ave., Painting, Sheridan Park Community Bldg., City Hall exterior
walls, repair and waterproofing.
Motion: Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark to open the bids in that order, carried.
Clerk opened bids for water meters and read: (unit prices)
ROCKWELL MFG. CO., certified check enclosed for $50.00.: 2", $228.79; 3", $624.19; 4", $1043.39;
6", $2091.16; 6" W20OODR Turbo w/strainer, $1850.00; 8", $2763.90; 6", $1850.O0; 4", $619.55;
6", $1243.48; 6", $1850.00; 8" current type no bid; 6", $1850.00; 6" were given as alternate in
lieu of 8" Compound Type.
HERSEY-SPARLING METER CO., certified check enclosed for $50.00: 2", $239.81; 3", $637.00; 4",
$1057.00; 6"q $2104.00; 8", $3106.00; 4", $649.00; 6", $1284.00; 8", $1922.00; also listed three
sizes with alternate figures.
CARLON METER SALES CO., bank money order enclosed for $50.00: 2", $210.40; 3", 4", 6", 8" compound
types, no bid; 4" current type, $274.50; 6", $400.00; 8", $504.00.
PACIFIC WATER WORKS SUPPLY CO., INC., certified check enclosed $50.00: bid on 2" positive displace-
ment type only $239.00 each.
NEPTUNE METER CO., certified check for $50.00 enclosed: 2", $242.52; 3", $659.40; 4", $1096.10;
6", $2186.10; 8", $3157.55; 4", $657.50; 6", $1308.90; 8", $2025.58.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark to refer to the Water Supt. for tabulation and recommendation
to the City Council and Purchasing Agent, carried unanimously.
Bids were opened on curbs and gutters for High Avenue and read: (totals) Valley Cement Const., Inc.,
$23,253.25; Hewson of Bothel, $21,762.25; E.P.N. Const., $23,344.95; Ben Griffin Const. Co.,
$22,610.25; Venture Const., Auburn, returned papers and stated they would not be able to bid.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark to refer the bids to the Engineering Department for tabulation
and recommendation as to the contract according to the specifications and on basis of low bid,
carried unanimously.
Mr. Schoneman stated he would like to have award made today and if this tabulation cannot be prepared
at this particular session, suggested recess until such time as it can be awarded.
Painting - Part of Sheridan Park Community Bldg. Clerk opened bids and read: Viking Paint, $506.10
bid bank money order for $50.00 enclosed; J. W. Sullivan Painting Co., cashier's check for $50.00
enclosed, $987.00; James Tucker Painting, Manager's Check for $50.00 enclosed, $572.00.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to refer to committee consisting of Supt. of Parks and
Recreation, City Council and Purchasing Agent and possible award be made later today, carried,
unanimously.
Ausust 26~ 1970 (Cont'd.)
City Hall - repair and waterproofing exterior walls. Clerk opened the bids and read: J.W.
Sullivan Painting Co., bid bond enclosed, $9,300.00; Pioneer Masdnry Restoration Co~, bid bond'
enclosed, $5,647.00; E.B.M. Construction, bid bond enclosed, $8347.46.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman that the bids be referred to Co~m~ittee of the Whole and
Purchasing Agent for possible award at the 2:00 o'clock meeting, if not at the next Council
meeting, carried unanimously.
Mayor ~ro tem Clark recessed the Council meeting until 2:00 o'clock P. M. today.
Recessed'meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chambers at 2:00 P. M., August 26, 197(
with Acting Mayor Clark, presiding. Present were Cormmissioner Schoneman, City Clerk Yeadon,
Assistant City Attorney Kamps.
EASEMENT: James Keith
Clerk read Memo. from City Engineer to City Council recommending the attached easements from Mr. an~
Mrs. James Keith be accepted, reviewed by the City Attorney and recorded. These easements cover
encroachment of sidewalk and retaining wall footings at the southwest corner of High Avenue and
15th Street; one sidewal~ easement and One footing easement attached.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman'and Mr. Clark to accept the Easements and refer to City Attorney for checkir
and recording, carried unanimously.
UTILITY CONNECTION - KINZIL
Clerk read memo from City Engineer to City Council dated August 24, 1970, attaching application for
utility connection for property outside the city limits, together with an outside utility agreement,
for Butler Investments, Inc., signed by Philip Kinzil, President. Area is on Wheaton Way, near and
across the highway from Kaufman Lebo new furniture store. Mr. Schoneman stated city lines run
underneath that property.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark to approve the application, carried unanimously.
PICKUP TRUCK FOR WATER ~DIST.) DEPT.
Clerk read Memo. from Mr. Humble to Mr. Schoneman dated August 26, 1970, requesting authorization
to call for bids for pickup truck for Water Department (Distribution); funds are in current budget
under #3, Capital Outlay.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to approve the call for bids, carried unanimously.
VIKING PAINT
Clerk stated Viking Paint was low bidder and that committee recommended award to Viking Paint, as
low bidder.
Motion by Mr. Schoneman and Mr. Clark to award to Viking paint, carried unanimously.
CITY HALL - REPAIR AND WATERPROOFING WALLS
Mr. Clark stated that Pioneer was low bidder, that this company had been recommended to the City
by the City Hall architect and the bid is clearly low by at least $3,000.00. Also, that the Pur-
chasing Agent recommended the award to Pioneer.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to award to low bidder, Pioneer Masonry, carried unanimously.
BID - HIGH AVENUE - Curb and Gutters
Mr. Schoneman stated the Engineer's tabulation shows Hewson as low bidder and he is an acceptable
bidder who is doing work on Washington Avenue under U.A.B. program; that he is low bidder by about
$9OO.OO.
Motion by Mr. Schonemanand Mr. Clark that the award be made to Ed Hewson, carried unanimously.
COMMISSIONER SCHONEMAN REPORTS
1. That he had received a call on Sunday from the fire department that the entire watershed was on
fire; however, through surveillance of the area by plane the fire was pinpointed. The fire warden
cut through a gate to get to the fire and he will be supplied with keys so he can get through in
the future. The Gorst Fire Department responded'to the fire, along with employee Frank Sharp.
Thanked those who fought the fire and contained it in less than one-half acre. Mr. Schoneman
stated the airplane was furnished by the Department of Natural Resources.
2. Thanked Eddie Adams for donating his boat for the visitors from Japan (Kure). The city official
and other Sister City people spent considerable time with them on the Boeing 747 plant in Everett.
3. First day of the Fair. Thanked the Chamber of Commerce for the weather conditions. Wished
them a lot of success in this fair for the next five days.
Ausust 26~ 1970 (Cont'd.)
4. Coming along nicely on the High Avenue Job. The poles have been moved but wires not moved yet.
The Street Department will be able to move right in now that the bid has been awarded. Noted that
the City gets quite a bit of outside interest in curb and gutter bid calls because the city prepares
the base and the contractor doesn't have to bring over heavy equipment for the job. For this reason
the city gets low figures for the job.
!5. Monday toured Kitsap Way with Mr. Brincken of P.S.P.&L., Marketing Supervisor. Estimate of 70
ipoles to be placed as additional to those already installed, to make a total of about 100 lights, all
under the TOPICS Program. Estimated cost $10,500.00, 54% under federal-state funds and 46% 1/2 cent
gas tax. Will get approval as rapidly as possible with the possibility of getting the lights in
before winter. Also, Mr. Brincken stated that ~ecause of the rates it would be possible to install
an additional 100 lights and not be charged any more than last year.
6. That he had a letter from Donald Munro of Redford Engineers giving information concerning the
requirements to receive funds f~m TOPICS Program for 6th & Warren widening and using city personnel
to do the work. Also, information which is needed for the Kitsap Way lighting program.
Assistant City Attorney Kamps reported on the watershed problem of trespassers, gave information on
how these persons would be handled by the prosecuting attorney, and advised that the railroad
entrances were being posted to keep out. Commissioner Schoneman stated that it may be necessary to
ihave a motorbike patrol, which would need an emergency appropriation. Water Department employees
have been deputized during hunting season but probably should be deputized by the sheriff for year-
iaround activity. Also, Mr. Schoneman mentioned possibility of annexation which would give police
iproteetion and the city would receive golf course sales tax. He thought this might come up while
i the underwriters are here.
Motion by Mr. Clark and Mr. Schoneman to pay all bills that are approved by a majority of the
commissioners, carried unanimously.
MAYOR PRO TEM CLARK REPORTS
1. On the ending of the beard growing contest.
i!2. Mentioned that today is Women's Liberation Day.
3. Stated he took a little vacation during last week and had a relaxing time.
~i4. Mayor Jarstad is on vacation.
]iMeeting adjourned at 2:40 P.M. f~
G. ~/~eadon, Sr. z ~ C~'ty Clerk
Approved:
Glenn K. J~stad
Mayor