HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/17/70 December 17~ 1970
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton, Washington, was held in the Coun-
cil Chambers, City Hall, Bremerton, Washington, at 7:30 P,M., P.S.T., Thursday, December 17, 1970.
Attending were Mayor Jarstad (presiding),.Commisstoner Clark, Co~issioner Schoneman, City Clerk
Yeadon, and Assistant City Attorney Kamps.
Meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, and Invocation by Rev. Glen Soule of the Manette
Community Church.
Minutes of previous meeting, December 11, 1970, were approved as read and amended at pre-Council
meeting.
EMPLOYMENT
Jean Carol Hordyk - Senior Citizen Recreation Specialist; $600.00, effec. 12/21/70.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark to approve employment of Jean Carol Hordyk. Mayor
Jarstad commented that this new employee was hired to work with our Park and Recreation Department
to put together our program for Senior Citizens, which has been funded by a State grant; that she
is trained for this work and we welcome her very heartily to the employment of the City. Motion
carried unanimously.
CHANGE OF STATUS
Jack Kvistad - from Detective Sgt. to Capt. - from $836 + $15.00 to $896.50 + $15.00 - effec. 12/16~
Carl D. Smith - from Detective to Detect. Sgt. - from $797.50 + $15.00 to $836.50 + $15.00 -
effective 12/16/70
Phillip V. Corliss - from 3rd Yr. Mtr. Ptlm. to 4th Yr. Mtr. Ptlm. - from $731.50 to $764.50 -
effective 12/18/70
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to approve change of status, carried unanimously.
December 17~ 1970 (Cont'd.)
Mayor Jarstad commented that these appointments are to replace the retirement of Capt. Little, and
~both Sgt. Kvistad and Detective Smith are most able officers and most capable of fulfilling these
important tasks.
PAYROLL
Clerk presented payroll voucher for pay period ending December 15, 1970, amount $95,039.92, signed
by Auditor Fitzwater and approved by Commissioner Clark.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman to approve payroll voucher, carried unanimousl
WARREN AVE. BRIDGE BEAUTIFICATION--IRRIGATION EqUIPblENT
Clerk read memo from Supt., Dept. of Parks & Recreation recommending contract be awarded to Pol$on
Company, Seattle, Washington, low bidder, and advising that this recommendation is with the concurren~
of Mr. Perry Fowler, Landscape Engineer, Dept.~ of H~hways, Olympia. Amount of contract, $4,372.20
(inc. S.S.T.)
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Commissioner Schoneman that contract be awarded to Polson Company,
carried unanimously.
GARAGE DOOR MOTOR SYSTEM
Clerk advised that the bid of Bruce Construction Company (the only one received), amount $667.49, had!i
been reviewed with Capt. Lively and Communications Supervisor Dave Patmon, who reco~mnended awarding
contract to Bruce Construction Co.
Motion by Commissioners Schoneman and Clark that bid for furnishing and installing new electrical
Motor System for garage door in basement be awarded to Bruce Construction Company, Bremerton, Washingy
ton, amount $667.49~ carried unanimously.
BOND EXPENSE
Clerk presented bill dated December 1, 1970, amount $2,365.35, from Preston, Thorgrimson, Starin,
Ellis & Holman, Attorneys at Law, Seattle, Washington, for services rendered in proceedings for the
authorization, issuance and sale of parking revenue bonds, including an opinion as to validity of
same.
Motion by Co~m~issioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to approve payment, Carried unanimously~
EASEMENT--WASH. AVE.
Clerk presented Footing Easement--Washington Ave.--from Ruth Cleveland Cullin (deceased), advising
that it had been recorded with the County Auditer and needs to be recorded in our minutes~
Motion by Commissioners Schoneman and Clark to accept easement, carried unanimously.
UAB
Clerk read, as information, letter dated December 11, 1970, from Roger E. Polzin, Executive Secretary
of the State of Washington Urban Arterial Board, addressed to Mayors and City Councils, Chairmen and
Boards of County Commissioners, advising: requests for payment of urban arterial trust funds have
continued at a rate higher than anticipated and it has become necessary to defer additional payments
until additional cash is received for the urban arterial'trust account; also, that the State Finance
Committee is processing the sale of an additional $10 million in urban arterial bonds, proceeds from
which are expected to be received by January 10, 1971, and vouchers on hand will then'be processed
for payment.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
Clerk reported three claims for damages, which had been referred to the insurance company:
Robert E. Gordon, dated 12/16,70, amount $322.34, for damages incurred at address shown as Rt. 7,
Box 1525, Bremerton (Tracyton), due to failure of pressure-relief valve belonging
to Bremerton Water Dept. on December 10, 1970.
Leonard W. Kruse, 2805 Sanders Avenue, Bremerton, amount $100.00, dated December 10, 1970, for damage~
incurred to automobile driven by his wife, December 4, 1970, when manhole cover on
Naval Ave. in vicinity of 9th Street moved out of position and damaged tire and
wheel of vehicle.
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Dean B. Morsan, 1542 Tenth St., Bremerton, dated 12/14/70, mount $23.63, for damage due to floodin~
because of blockage in a city line.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS/JUDGE GERARD N. FISHER
Clerk presented for approval of Council an agreement between the City Employees Retirement System and
the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System, that retirement benefit credits standing to
the benefit of Judge Fisher in the City of Bremerton Employees Retirement System be combined and
administered by the Washington State Employees Retirement System.
December 17, 1970 (Cont'd.)
Motion by Cou~nissioners Clark and Schoneman to approve agreement. Commissioner Schoneman commented
that this was discussed in his office last week with Senator Walgren and Lloyd Baker, Director of
Washington State Employees Retirement System, and this was the require~ procedure to transfer the
funds to the proper account~ as Judge Fisher now comes within th~ provisions of the State System
and is receiving retirement credits therefrom. Motion carried unanimously.
L.E.F.F.--MEDICAL-SURGICAL-HOSPITAL COVERAGE
Clerk read letter from the Municipal Research and Services Center of Washington dated December 2,
1970, addressed to Municipal Officials, advising that the current open enrollment period will close
January 31, 1971, and municipalities Joining the program after that date will have coverage for
employees and dependents which will be subject to waiting periods for certain named and pre-existtnl
conditions. Clerk stated that this was the plan approved by the Police and Firemens Pensions Board~
now being studied by the Council, and that this program comes closer to the intent of the State law
that went into effect in 1970.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad that notice of termination of present coverage be sent to carrier; and that
the Association of Washington Cities be notified that we wish to come under their state-wide plan
for L.E.F.F. personnel before the end of the open enrollment period, 3anuary 31,'1971; seconded by
Commissioner Clark. Mayor Jarstad added that our present carrier had been given an opportunity to
bid on similar coverage. Motion carried unanimously.
CHANGE ORDER
Clerk presented Change Order #2, Packard Construction Co., Madrona Point Schedule B, amount $1,774.2
dated 10 December 1970; and read memorandum dated December 15, 1970, from Engineer Parker, explaining
the need for the extra Work covered by Change Order and recormnending approval. Same had been appro~md
by consulting engineer Howard N. Godat.
Motion by Commissioners Schoneman and Clark that Change Order be approved, carried unanimously.
TAXI DRIVER'S LICENSE
Clerk presented application of Clinton Valley Hanks for Taxi Driver's License with supporting affi-
davits as to character and habits, with recommendation for issuance of license signed by Capt. Lively.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Clark that taxi driver's license be issued to Clinton V.
Hanks, carried unanimously.
BREM-AIR DISPOSAL~ INC.
Clerk read, as information, letter dated December 3, 1970, from Richard O. Netzell, Certified Public
Accountant, Bremerton, Washington, indicating new rates for BREM-AIR~ INC~ as computed in accordance
with the company's contract with the City of Bremerton. Commissioner Clark commented that this is
not a matter for negotiation but is in accordance with proviso in contract for adjustment of rates
based on U. S. Dept. of Commerce indicators.
BIDS
Motion by Mayor 3arstad and Commissioner Clark that bids be opened on: Police Pistol Range Buildin
3/4 Ton Pickup Truck for Water Department; Gas, Oil and Grease; carried unanimously. Clerk opened
and read the following bids:
Butldin8 at Police Pistol Range: (all prices including State Sales Tax)
Baker Construction, Inc., Bremerton (bid bond enclosed) $6,911.10
Commercial Builders, Bremerton " " " 7,107.45
Friegang Construction Co., Tacoma " " " 7,035.00
Bruce Construction Co., Inc., Bremerton" " " 7,549.50
Val Drillevich, Kent, Wash. " " " 6,905.85
Dullum Construction Co., Pt. Orchard " " " 6,011.25
Ken Rasmussen, Seattle, Wash. " " " 6,993.00
H & S Quality Construction, Bremerton (cashier's check enclosed) 7,482.30
3ames H. Robinson Co., Bremerton (bid bond a~closed) 5,016.00
Austin Construction Co., Bellevue " " ~ " 7,544.25
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman that bids be referred to a Committee of the Whol
for evaluation, and that award of contract be made at next Council meeting, carried unanimously.
3/4 Ton Pickup Truck (all prices including State Sales Tax)
Kluge Chevrolet, Bremerton $3,676.07
Bennett Ford, Inc., Bremerton - (two bids) (Manager's Check $50.00 eh9 3,860.27
" " " " 3,988.82
Haselwood Buick-Pontiac, Bremerton (Bid Bond enclosed - 5%) 3,696.16
Crawford Motors, Inc. (Cashier,s Check $50.00 eno 3,612.19
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Mayor Jarstad that bids be referred to Committee for review,
and that award of contract be made at next Council meeting, carried unanimously.
' Gas~ December 17~ 1970 (Cont'd.) Oil and Grease for 1971
Oil for 0il for
Gas(Re~.) Gas(Prem.) Gnl. Use 'Bus Garage Grease
Lursen Oil, Inc., Bremerton $.2295 $.2470 72¢ gal. 72¢ gal. $.3125 lb.
(certif. Check $50 encl.)
Phillips Petroleum Co., San Mateo, Cal. .231 ..251 62.5¢ 73¢ (no bid)
(Cashier's Chk. $50 encl.)
Stand. Oil of Cal., Seattle, Wash. .2359 .2559 52.5¢ 58¢ .285
(check $50 encl.)
iIAtlantic Richfield, Los Angeles, Cal. .2375 .258 56¢ 62¢ .30
i (Certif. Check $50 encl.)
iTexaco Inc., Seattle .227 .247 55¢ 62¢ (no bid)
i (Cashier's Chk $50.encl.) ·
IIUnion Oil Co. of Cal., Seattle (no bid)
iMotion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad that bids on Gas, Oil and Grease for 1971 be referred
to Committee for study and award of contract be made at next Council meeting, carried unanimously.
HEARINGS
!City Clerk announced that it was the time and place appointed for hearings on: Holford (Nursing Home)
irezone, Crawford-Marler Street vacation, and Richard D. McCorkle application for taxicab license;
that notices had been posted, as required, on the rezone and vacation hearing, and that advertisements
.had been published in the official newspaper, as required pertaining to the rezone and taxicab appli-
cations.
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad that hearings be convened, carried unanimously.
Holford Rezone - Property at Marion Ave. between let. St. and Arsenal Way.
Clerk presented affidavit of posting notice; and read Planning Commission Resolution #199, passed
November 18, 1970, requesting Council to pass an ordinance to rezone subject property from R-1 to
R-2 for nursing home; also read staff review describing the site and relationship to Comprehensive
Plan, with conditions required for the rezone; and read letter of November 19, 1970 from Planning
Commission to Mayor and Council, with detailed description and reasons for Commission's recommendatio
City Planner outlined the location and area on the land-use and zoning map, and its relation to the
Comprehensive Plan and stated that it was an ideal location for a nursing home. In answer to ques-
tioning by Commissioner Schoneman as to what would happen to the balance of the vacant land (about
five acres); Mr. Plescher advised that was not known at the moment due to the topography and street
going through. There was no one to speak against the rezone.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and'iCom~sioner Clark to approve rezone, carried~ unanimously.
Crawford/Marler Street Vacation--Portion of right-of-way of Kitsap Way/Brentwood Pk.
Clerk presented affidavit of Posting Notice, and read Planning Commission's Staff Review dated Septem~
ber 16, suggesting that the request for vacation.be denied; also read letter of October 27, 1970
Planning Commission to Mayor and Council with statement as to finding of fact, and letter from Joe
Mentor requestin8 the piece not be vacated. City Planner reviewed the location on the zoning map.
Commissioner Schoneman stated that the property'is not needed for the street widening and might as
well be returned to the tax rolls. Mr. Marler expressed opposition to the placement of a driveway
by Mr. Mentor.
Motion by Commissioner Schoneman and Commissioner Clark that the Council view the property before
making a determination on the request for vacation, carried unanimously.
Application for Taxicab License
City Clerk presented application for taxicab license by Richard D. McCorkle, 1607 Burwell St., Bremer~
ton, Washington, duly executed and notarized, and containing his reasons as to why the public conven-i]
ience and necessity require the granting of a license.
Mayor Jarstad called on Capt. Lively to report on his investigation of the operation of taxicabs in
the City, explaining that the Council felt this was the proper procedure under-the new ordinance.
Capt. Lively presented a graph, and commented that we now have a problem with the limit on cab stands~
and the congestion on certain days, with cabs going around the block. He reported on his contacts
with other cab companies, and expressed the opinion that the necessary service could be provided by
existing cab operators. Representing the applicant, Mrs. Jack Bailey, Olympia View Circle, Silverdale
referred to the estimated loss of fares reported for Arrow Taxi and raised the question as to why he
has not replaced the cab that was wrecked and for which he holds a license. Commissioner Clark com-
mented that he has the right to have the license transferred to another cab, and Mrs. Bailey inquiredl
as to how long he has to do this. She then addressed her remarks to the risks of competition and the.
right of operators to go into the business if they wanted to.
Mr. Cross stated he was representing Hoots Owl and Arrow Cab this evening and that they had no objec-.
tion to the license being granted, and that they felt competition would be good. In answer to ques-
tioning, he expressed the opinion that granting another license would not result in ruinous competitio~
didn't see where it would affect working conditions and wages, and not make appreciable difference
regarding congestion of traffic.
December 17~ 1970 (Cont'd,)
Mrs. Sisk, 5611 Pine Cone Drive: Referred to King's investment and the expectation of making a
profit. Stated that everyone is taken care of, and she is against it (issuing license).
Commissioner Clark com~nented that from the evidence presented, the investigation of Capt. Lively
and testimony, there was nothing to indicate public need for additional cabs at this time.
Motion by Commissioners Clark and Schoneman that application for taxicab license of Richard D.
McCorkle be denied, carried unanimously.
WATER RECEIPTS APPROPRIATION
Clerk read Ordinance No. 2931, AN ORDINANCE appropriating'S85,000.00 into the Water Office M & O,
Water Supply Salaries, Water Supply M & O, Water Distribution M & O, Water Distribution Capital
Outlay and Water Sewage M & 0 from excess current water receipts; and declaring an emergency.
Motion by Commissioners Schoneman and Clark for passage of Ordinance #2931, carried as follows:
Mayor Jarstad - Yes; Commissioner Clark - Yes; Commissioner Schoneman - Yes.
PSP&L CONTRACTS
Clerk presented Resolutions authorizing execution of seven contracts with PSP&L for supplying power
and rental of equipment at various locations. Mayor Jarstad raised the question as to whether thes~
were identical to the previous contracts and ~eady for signature.
Motion by Mayor Jarstad and Commissioner Schoneman that PSP&L contracts be further reviewed by City
Clerk and prepared for signing, carried unanimously.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion by Commissioner Clark and Mayor Jarstad to pay all bills that have been approved by a majorit
of the Council, carried unanimously.
GENERAL REPORTS
Commissioner Clark commented on the recent National Comgress of Cities, in Atlanta; that it was one
of the finest working conventions he has attended in some time, filled with meetings from morning
until night. One of the more interesting actions was the~adopting~of a resolution in favor of the
Super-Sonic Transport program, with caution on ~ontinuing studies-Abefore.mass production--as to
the effect on the environment.
More work is to be done oh the budget andz~it will be ready for a~tion at the next Council
meeting. ~0~.{~ t~ 1~
Meeting adjourned. · ~ ~.. , ., ' ¥ lerk