HomeMy WebLinkAbout2686 RESOLUTION NO. 2686
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of Bremerton,
Washington requesting assignment of the Super
Ferry Kaleeten to service in Bremerton.
WHEREAS, the Super Ferry Kaleeten is currently being refurbished, undergoing
refitting of it's interior and engines;
WHEREAS, the Super Ferry Kaleeten is expected to make the Bremerton to
Seattle run in 45 minutes with it's refitted engines (compared with the current 60-minute
crossing);
WHEREAS, the Super Ferry Kaleeten, with the lowest wake of all other auto
ferries in the fleet, will assist in addressing the ongoing concerns of wake damage to the
shoreline of Rich Passage residents;
WHEREAS, the amount of 160 auto spaces, compared to the current 100, will
help relieve pressure on the Bainbridge Island to Seattle run;
WHEREAS, the Super Ferry Kaleeten will provide commuters faster and better
service; and
WHEREAS, the addition of the Super Ferry Kaleeten will boost the City of
Bremerton's growth plans, including the Sinclair Landing Project, as well as growth
plans for all of Kitsap County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Bremerton City Council that in
the best interest of the rejuvenation of Kitsap County's economy, as well as commuting
residents, that the Super Ferry Kaleeten be assigned to the Bremerton to Seattle run.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Bremerton this 6th day of January
1999.
Mf'KE SHEPHERD
Council President
Super Ferry Kaleeten - Resolution - 12/14/98