03/08/1999 - Regular - MinutesPort Orchard, Washington
March 8, 1999
Council of the City of Port Orchard, Washington, called to regular session by Mayor Leslie J. Weatherill at
7:30 P.M. at City Hall, 216 Prospect Street. Council members present: Morrison, Wyatt, Geiger, Powers,
Van Zee, and Stansbery. Councilman Clauson absent, excused page one, paragraph 5. Staff present: City
Clerk Parks, Deputy Clerk Merlino, Acting Police Chief Loflin, City Engineer Curles, City Attorney Hanson,
and Fire District No. 7 Contract Representative Assistant Chief Snow.
Acting Police Chief Loflin led the audience and Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Weatherill asked for audience comments for items not listed on this agenda.
Brenda Zink McKee, downtown business owner, requested clarification on procedures for consolidating off -
site directional signs. The off -site directional signs located on Tremont Street, were removed for the
construction of a composite sign. Councilman Morrison advised Ms. McKee this matter will be discussed
later in the meeting during council committee reports.
On motion by Councilman Morrison, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, Council excused Councilman Clauson
from this council meeting.
Mayor Weatherill presented the 1998 Holiday Good Neighbor Awards. Bill Phillips accepted the Residential
Category Award on behalf of Donny Bell, Rosemarie Bell, Ms. Heather Bell and himself for their holiday
decorations at 808 Cline Avenue. The Commercial Category was accepted by Ron McCunn, on behalf of
the Bay Street Merchant's Association. These awards recognize the dedication of individuals and
businesses that have exhibited a vibrant holiday spirit.
Bob Ferguson, Kitsap Transit, spoke to Council concerning the Commute Trip Reduction and the proposed
modification to Ordinance No. 1569, which adopted the Commute Trip Reduction Program. Revisions to the
proposed ordinance include modification and extension of the CTR goals to January 1, 2005; and the
inclusion of a "Good Faith Effort".
On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Morrison, Council approved Ordinance No.
1760 repealing Ordinance No. 1569 and readopting a Commute Trip Reduction Plan.
Amity Trowbridge, Project Engineer for the Washington State Department of Transportation, discussed the
recent road closure and repairs to SR166. Ms. Trowbridge advised the first project repair is located at Mile
Post 2, (near Wilkins Drive), $700,000 in federal funds has been allocated for this repair and repairs will
begin as soon as several right-of-way issues are resolved and the weather and slope areas have stabilized.
The second project is located at the Ross Point area and $7,000,000 in federal funds has also been
allocated for this site. Construction on these projects is expected to start in approximately August of 1999.
Dan Pebbles, representing Tyee International, discussed a proposed alternate route and relocation of
SR166. Mr. Pebbles availed himself to help with any long term solution to the slide area.
Mayor Weatherill opened the 7:35 PM Public Hearing regarding Shoreline Substantial Development Permit
to construct a 42 space parking lot at 680 Grant Avenue. The applicant is Mike Petrowske and his
representative is Fred Kegel.
Councilman Morrison stated he owns property within 300' of the proposed project, and asked if anyone in
the audience objected to his participation during this Public Hearing. Since no one objected to his
participation, Councilman Morrison remained at the Council table.
Fred Kegel, representing Mike Petrowske, acknowledged the staff report and advised he and the applicant
Mike Petrowske have no objection with the conditions that are recommended for this project.
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Mike Petrowske, applicant, advised the proposed parking lot will not be a commercial lot. The lot will only
be used by Port Orchard Yacht Club.
Rick Prentice, Port Orchard resident, requested the area not be used for storage of old equipment and
vehicles.
Mayor Weatherill asked for further audience comments concerning the proposed Shoreline Substantial
Development Permit to construct a 42-space parking lot at 680 Grant Avenue. As no response was
received, Mayor Weatherill closed the public input portion of the Public Hearing and referred this matter to
Council for their consideration.
On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, Council adopted Resolution No.
1853 providing for a Substantial Development Permit for Mr. Mike Petrowske to provide additional parking
for the Port Orchard Yacht Club.
On motion by Councilman Morrison, seconded by Councilman Van Zee, Council authorized the Port
Orchard Yacht Club to place four parking stalls and a bioswale in City right-of-way.
Councilman Stansbery moved to approve Ordinance No. 1750 revising the city animal control ordinance to
include mandatory cat licenses; licensing and regulation of hobby kennels, animal grooming parlors, and
animal shelters, seconded by Councilman Wyatt.
Elaine Perkowitz, 105 W. Lippert, expressed a concern with multiple cats in her apartment complex.
Councilman Geiger moved to amend motion to allow all dogs and cats be either tattooed or allow for
microchip identification in lieu of wearing a license tag, seconded by Councilman Van Zee. Motion died with
2 ayes and 4 nays. Council members Wyatt, Morrison, Stansbery, and Powers voting nay.
Council unanimously adopted original motion as presented to approve Ordinance No. 1750 relating to the
keeping and control of dogs and other animals; licensing of dogs and cats; hobby kennels, pet shops,
animal shelters/boarding kennels; declaring certain practices of certain animals to be public nuisances;
defining offenses; establishing penalties; requiring removal and disposal of animal waste; prohibiting horses
on sidewalks; defining dangerous animals and providing process for restraint, registration, appeal process
and penalty for failure to control; and repealing Ordinance No. 1607.
At 9:00 PM Mayor Weatherill called for a 10 minute recess with meeting reconvening at 9:10 PM.
On motion by Councilman Morrison, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, Council approved Ordinance No.
1762 amending sign Ordinance No. 1741 modifying standards for the structural design, placement, size,
and maintenance of all signs and sign structures in the city.
On motion by Councilman Morrison, seconded by Councilman Stansbery, Council adopted Resolution No.
1852 repealing Resolution No. 1809 establishing regulations and fees related to parking, stopping or
standing in certain areas of the city. (Revisions refer to amendments to time restrictions on Prospect
Street.)
On motion by Councilman Stansbery, seconded by Councilwoman Powers, Council approved the following
consent agenda items: NOTE: Councilman Wyatt refrained from voting due to a conflict of interest with
Items "d" and "e".
Minutes of the February 22, 1999 Council meeting as revised.
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b. Approval of Claim Warrants Number 30347-30430 in the amount of $118,932.18 and
February 1999 Payroll Warrants 131158-131324 in the amount of $211,130.39.
C. Authorization for Mayor Weatherill to sign the Addendum to Prisoner Housing Contract
to continue Interlocal Agreement with Kitsap County for the year 1999. (Same general
provisions and term of contract as in 1998 contract.)
d. Ordinance No. 1758 amending Ordinance No. 1738 modifying land use condition #25
regarding playground equipment located at Rockport Subdivision.
e. Ordinance No. 1759 amending Ordinance No. 1739 modifying land use condition #38
regarding playground equipment located at Aidan Place Subdivision.
f. Declare miscellaneous office equipment as surplus and authorize disposal in the best
interest of the city. Attachment "A".
g. Application for carnival permit submitted by Haworth, Family Shows for carnival at
South Kitsap Mall for April 21 — 25, 1999. (Same carnival as previous years, fees have
been paid and insurance certificate has been received.)
On motion by Councilman Van Zee, seconded by Councilman Stansbery, Council excused
Councilwoman Powers from the April 12, 1999 Council meeting.
On motion by Councilman Morrison, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, Council adopted Resolution No.
1854 adopting a policy for the use of speed humps. Motion passed with 5 ayes and 1 nay. Councilman
Van Zee voting nay.
On motion by Councilman Morrison, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, Council approved the following
Applications for Public Events with the following conditions:
❑ There shall be no conflicts with the City Hall grand opening celebration held
September 101h and 11 to
❑ The Fathoms O' Fun permit is for Lots 3 and 4 only.
The applications for Public Events are as follows:
❑ Fathoms O' Fun Waterfront Carnival and Parade — June 24 through July 6, 1999
❑ Mustangs on the Waterfront — August 1, 1999
❑ The Cruz '99 — August 8, 1999
❑ The Great Ball Race - July 4, 1999 — 5:00 PM
Councilman Morrison, chairman Street/Alley Committee directed Public Works Department to
consolidate the directional signs, which were removed from Tremont Street and reinstall the signs
temporarily until a more permanent solution is approved.
Bob Brott, Art Anderson and Associates, discussed the reconfiguration of the council table and
surrounding area in the new city hall and received Council's concurrence on the redesign.
On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Stansbery, Council authorized an 18
month extension allowing Kitsap Transit permission to keep the temporary building located at 1430
Retsil Road.
Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Van Zee, Council authorized the City Engineer to
proceed with the sale of a portion of city -owned land adjacent to 696 Mitchell subject to the purchaser
providing an appraisal, survey, and lot line adjustment.
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On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Stansbery, Council authorized the City
Engineer to accept proposal from Action Communication for the installation of the Council Presentation
System in the amount of $29,875, plus tax and also the purchase of a VCR player for an additional
$352, plus tax. Motion passed with 3 ayes and 3 nays with Mayor Weatherill voting in the affirmative to
break tie vote. Councilmembers Van Zee, Geiger, and Wyatt voting nay.
Meeting adjourned at 10:50 PM.
Michelle Merlino, Deputy City Clerk
LESLIE J. WEATHERILL MAYOR