03/23/1998 - Regular - MinutesPort Orchard, Washington
March 23, 1998
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 excused. Staff present:
Police Sergeant Duncan, City Planner Gross, City Engineer Curles, City Clerk Parks, Deputy
Clerk Merlino, and Assistant City Attorney Hanson and Fire District No. 7 Contract
representative, Assistant Chief Snow.
Councilman Geiger led the audience and Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Weatherill asked for audience comments for items not listed on this agenda.
Noel Travis, 3999 Anderson Hill Road SW, spoke to Council concerning the letter from Mayor
Weatherill dated March 20, 1998 regarding the proposed Western Annexation. Mr. Travis
stressed the need for the City Council and Mayor to remain in a neutral position during
annexation issues.
Perry Shea of S. Chamberlain & Associates, presented the Bethel Wye Roundabout drawings
which have been approved by the Department of Transportation. Mr. Shea advised bid opening
is scheduled for April 2, 1998 and it is anticipated the intersection will be under construction in
May of 1998 and be completed in approximately 3 months.
Gary Chrey, attorney representing Tom and Pat Myers owners of the Hi -Joy Bowl, stated S.
Chamberlain & Associates have satisfied the concerns expressed by Tom and Pat Myers,
specifically with ingress and egress to the property and the adjustment of the parking lot. They
are in full support of the improved intersection.
Mark Bricker, 1785 Sidney Avenue, questioned how large trucks would navigate the turns in the
roundabout. Mr. Shea advised this roundabout has been designed for oversized trucks.
Mayor Weatherill thanked Mr. Shea for the presentation and further acknowledged the City is
looking forward to the completion of the project.
Battalion Chief Cliff Wilson, Fire District No. 7 and Tammy Love representing the EMS Levy
Committee, distributed copies of the proposed EMS levy issue describing in detail the
continuation and maintenance of current emergency medical services provided by the Fire
District. Ms. Love explained the process on how the Fire District has informed and educated the
citizens on the importance of the Emergency Medical Services Levy. '
Mayor Weatherill thanked Cliff Wilson and Tammy Love for a job well done.
On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Morrison, Council approved
Ordinance No. 1715 authorizing a ballot proposition for the May 19, 1998 special election for the
purpose of funding continuation and maintenance of current emergency medical services
provided to the citizens of the City.
Bonnie McDade, Director of Business Development and Diversification for the Economic
Development Council, updated Council on the restructuring of the EDC board. Ms. McDade
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also presented a brochure illustrating the Economic Development Council's goals and
objectives.
At 9:00 PM Mayor Weatherill called for a 10 minutes recess with the meeting reconvening at
9:10 PM.
Mayor Weatherill opened the 7:35 PM Public Hearing regarding the proposed extension of the
existing Residential Subdivision Moratorium.
City Planner Gross gave staff report stating that on September 22, 1997 the City Council
extended the Residential Subdivison Moratorium an additional six months to allow for the
continuing development of the zoning code ordinance. City Planner Gross requested Council to
extend the moratorium an additional 6 months. It is expected that the new zoning code review
process will be adopted within the next six months.
Mayor Weatherill asked for audience comments concerning the proposal to extend the
Residential Subdivision Moratorium. As no response was received, Mayor Weatherill closed
the public input portion of the Public Hearing and referred this matter to Council for
consideration.
On motion by Councilman Geiger, seconded by Councilman Morrison, Council adopted
Resolution No. 1802 setting forth facts, findings and conclusions relevant to the renewal of a six
month Residential Subdivision Moratorium. The Moratorium will expire on September 25, 1998.
City Engineer reported on bid opening held March 20, 1998 at 4:00 PM regarding Tracy Avenue
Storm and Water Project. Three bids were received with the required bid bonds.
Olsen's Land Development $146,366.79
RV & Associates 145,472.00
Sound Excavation, Inc. 126,330.00
ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE $152,590.00
On motion by Councilman Geiger, seconded by Councilman Stansbery, Council accepted the
bidding for the Tracy Avenue Storm and Water Project and awarded the bid to the lowest
bidder, Sound Excavation, Inc., in the amount of $126,330.00.
City Engineer reported on bid opening held March 20, 1998 at 4:00 PM regarding the Decant
Station and Sewer Main. Three bids were received with the required bid bonds.
Olsen's Land Development $59,354.61
RV & Associates 43,922.50
Sound Excavation, Inc. 53,590.00
ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE $49,846.00
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On motion by Councilman Van Zee, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, Council accepted the
bidding for the Decant Station and Sewer Main and awarded the bid to the lowest bidder, RV &
Associates in the amount of $43,922.50.
Councilman Morrison moved to deny Ordinance No. 1686 vacating a portion of an unnamed
alley south of Melcher Avenue between Sherman Avenue and Howard Avenue, Chuck
Childress, petitioner, seconded by Councilman Wyatt and carried.
Councilman Morrison moved to rescind action taken by City Council on July 28, 1997 regarding
Petitions for street vacation as submitted by Chuck Childress for property located on (1) Howard
Avenue right of way as shown on the plat of Sidney Villa Addition to Sidney lying between Block 2
and Block 3 of said plat and bounded on the north by Melcher Street and bounded on the south
by an easterly extension of the south line of Lot 16, Block 2, except the portion lying within Port
Orchard Boulevard; (2) property located on the unnamed alley south of Melcher between
Sherman Avenue and Howard Avenue, seconded by Councilman Stansbery and carried.
On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Van Zee, Council removed from
table the Tabled Motion approving Ordinance No. 1716 establishing procedures to tow cars that
owe excessive parking fees.
Council approved original motion, as presented by Councilman Clauson, seconded by
Councilwoman Powers, adopting Ordinance No. 1716 establishing procedures to tow cars that
owe excessive parking fees. Motion passed with 6 ayes.
City Engineer reported on bid opening held March 3, 1998 at 4:30 PM regarding construction of
the New City Hall. See attachment "a" for bid results. City Engineer briefed Council on Art
Anderson and the Department of Agriculture's recommendation for awarding bid. City Council
will take action on this matter, later in the meeting. `
On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Van Zee, Council approved the
following Consent Agenda items:
a. Minutes of the following Council meetings:
(1) March 9, 1998 regular meeting
(2) March 4, 1998-continued Zoning Ordinance Public Hearing
(3) March 5, 1998 continued Zoning Ordinance Public Hearing
(4) March 11, 1998 continued Zoning Ordinance Public Hearing
(5) March 12, 1998 continued Zoning Ordinance Public Hearing
b. Resolution No. 1797 establishing a policy for the display of banners from the
marquee over SR 166.
C. Approval of Claim Warrants Number 28483-28551 in the amount of $33,284.79.
Police Sergeant Duncan requested permission to surplus by sealed bids a 1982 Kawasaki
Motorcycle and to use the surplus funds to purchase a "newer' used police training motorcycle.
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On motion by Councilman Stansbery, seconded by Councilwoman Powers, Council declared as
surplus a 1982 Kawasaki Motorcycle, VIN #JKAKZCP19CB500742 and authorized staff to
dispose of this motorcycle, in the best interest of the city, and further authorized the City
Treasurer to dedicate funds received to purchase a "newer" used police training motorcycle.
City Planner Gross presented letter submitted by AES Consultants, Inc., representing James T.
James requesting a one year preliminary plat extension for Aidan Place, Rockport and Golden
Pond subdivisions. City Planner Gross advised all three plats have been cleared, graded,
stormwater systems put in place, and roads are paved. City Planner Gross stated it appears
the applicants have attempted, in good faith to submit the final plat within the three-year period.
On motion by Councilman Van Zee, seconded by Councilman Stansbery, Council granted a one
year preliminary plat extension for Aidan Place, Rockport and Golden Pond subdivisions. The
three Preliminary Plat extensions will terminate on March 23, 1999.
On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Van Zee, Council declared as
surplus a Silver Reed EX50 typewriter (Fixed Asset No. 2-102) and firewood located behind the
City's South Shed Building and authorized disposal of these items, in the best interest of the
City.
On motion by Councilman Geiger, seconded by Councilman Morrison, Council authorized South
Kitsap Fire District No. 7 permission to place the Emergency Medical Services Levy signs on
City right -of way.
On motion by Councilwoman Powers, seconded by Councilman Van Zee, Council authorized
the City Engineer to apply for block grant funds to install new restrooms at the Active
Club/Givens Field picnic shelter.
Councilman Stansbery moved to authorize the City Engineer to consolidate the 6 commercial
business signs, located on the Port Orchard Boulevard (near Bay Street) into one sign, seconded
by Councilwoman Powers.
Councilman Morrison amended motion, to pursue original intent, to have each individual
commercial business pay their fair share of the installation and placement of the new sign located
on the Port Orchard Boulevard. Motion died for lack of second.
On motion by Councilman Van Zee, seconded by Councilman Morrison, Couficil tabled motion
authorizing the City Engineer to consolidate the 6 commercial business signs;' located on the Port
Orchard Boulevard (near Bay Street) into one sign for further review.
At 10:30 PM Mayor Weatherill continued this regular City Cou cil meeting to Monday, March 30,
1998 at 7:30 PM
Michelle Merlino, Deputy Clerk LESLIE J. WEATHERILL, MAYOR