03/08/1982 - Regular - MinutesPort Orchard Washington
March 8, 1982
Council of the City of Port Orchard, Washington called to regular
session by Mayor Paul D. Powers, Jr. Council members present:
Childress, Wilson, Caldwell, Geiger, Miller, Grosso and Clark.
Also present: Attorney Haberly, Provisional Police Chief MacPherson,
Engineer Curles and Fire Chief Snow.
Mayor Powers led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
On motion by Councilman Caldwell, seconded and carried, Council
approved the minutes of the February 22, 1982 meeting as circulated.
Esther Sicks, Chairman Fathoms 0' Fun Committee, introduced Al Mares,
who spoke relative to request to hold the 1982 Fathoms Art and Craft
Event on the waterfront parking area located between the waterfront
and the liquor store. Mr. Mares reported the committee has contacted
neighboring businesses and property owners and has support of all
contacted. They have also consulted with City police, fire and public
works officials in regard to City requirements for an event of this
nature and have been able to comply with all regulations and requests
of City officials.
On motion by Councilman Grosso, seconded and carried, Council approved
Fathoms 0' Fun Committee request to hold 1982 Fathoms 0' Fun Art and
Craft Event in the parking lot between liquor store and waterfront.
Esther Sicks presented Council with copies of proposed ordinance to
authorize the licensing of temporary activities by certain non--
profit groups on public ways and areas. Matter held over for future
study by Council.
Mayor Powers acknowledged receipt of letter from Robert Ojima,
requesting removal of Civil Service Commission members, because of
alleged illegal actions. Mayor Powers stated he will investigate
matter thoroughly before taking any further action.
On notion by Councilman Caldwell, seconded and carried, Council moved
to paint the bench, located at bus stop in front of theatre, and
install plaque stating "donated by Webber Towing" contingent upon
agreement of theatre owners that bench may be located on their property.
Lee Sebring spoke relative to his petition for annexation of property,
located at 851 Mitchell, to City of Port Orchard. Council requested
a petition be initiated and circulated which would include all property
within the boundary of Highway 160, Retsil Road" and present City
limits be included in this annexation request. City Engineer to
prepare and circulate petition of this area.
Councilman Grosso addressed possible need for City to adopt a crime/
victim ordinance to coincide with state initiative action. Matter
to be researched and addressed at future date.
Provisional Police Chief MacPherson and Engineer Curles reported
that testing of "Mix & Go" on City vehicles has been concluded and
their findings are that with the type of vehicle use experienced
by the City, this product does not increase vehicle efficiency or
gas mileage. Therefore, they recommend against City utilizing this
product in the future.
Fire Chief Snow reported specifications have been prepared for the
purchase of the Cascade Air System which is in the 1982 Federal
Shared Revenue budget. Council authorized bids to be called for
purchase of this equipment.
Civil Service Chairman John Clauson, reported on status of Police
Department positions. Patrolman/Entry level is in the oral board
phase with twenty six (26) applicants eligilbe at this phase. Sergeant
position requirements are being formulated and the Chief position has
been advertised with applications being accepted until March 10, 1982.
Engineer Curles announced meeting with Entranco Engineers, March 24,
1982, at 7:30 P.M. relative to Bypass project and bridge alternatives.
On motion by Councilman Geiger, seconded and carried, Council moved
to approve payment of the bills in the amount of $203,676.03 (Voucher
No. 00003 - 00097) and the February payroll in the amount of $67,658.25
(Tarrant No. 10107 - 100213).
Meeting adjourned at 8:21 P.M.
Mayor