MINUTES: The minutes of the December 2005 meeeing were approved, as corrected.

RESOLUTIONS:

Resolution 1-06 retaining Ronald E. Thompson as attorney and auditor for the Port for the year 2006 was read and approved by the Commissioners.

Resolution 2-06 confirming the election of James Strode as President, James Thompson as Vice-President and Robert Parks as Secretary of the Board of Commissioners for the year 2006 was read and approved by the Commissioners.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson reported that Marine Floats had not made the necessary repairs to the floats, that Teflon was missing in the pin placement. He contacted Thompson Pile Driving to make the repairs, which has been accomplished.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that the Port website located at www.portofmanchester.org  is up and running. The site has had 96 hits thus far. There were several positive comments received from guests. The site will include budget performance as the year progresses. Commissioner Thompson hopes to update the site one-week prior to each meeting, and will require the draft minutes at least two weeks prior to the meeting to accomplish this.
0. The attorney/auditor was requested to prepare and to distribute the draft minutes at least two weeks prior to the forthcoming meeting, and to bill the Port for postage, copies and supplies bi-monthly. The attorney stated he would do this.
0. It was reported that the rocks on the South boundary South of the public library would be installed soon. There will be Lynch Creek rock spaced 90 feet along the boundary. The Friends of the Library will pay the Port one-half of the bill after it is received.

DECEMBER 12, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 8 guests.

MINUTES:

The minutes of the November 2005 meeting were approved.

OATH OF OFFICE:

It was announced that Commissioner Thompson had won the election for Position 2, Port of Manchester District No. 10 for the term beginning January 1, 2006 and ending December 31, 2011.

The oath of office was administered to Commissioner James Thompson by Attorney/Auditor Ronald Thompson.

Commissioner James Strode was elected as Chair of the Port Commissioners for the year 2006.

Commissioner James Thompson was elected as Vice-Chair of the Commissioners for the year 2006.

Commissioner Robert Parks was elected as Secretary of the Commissioners for the year 2006.

The attorney was instructed to prepare an appropriate Resolution to be signed at the January meeting reflecting this election.

OLD BUSINESS: 

0. Commissioner Strode reported that Marine Floats had not completed repairs to the floats. Pins were installed, but Teflon was omitted. Commissioner Strode will contact Marine Floats to do this job properly.
0. Commissioner Strode has been in touch with FishPro regarding drawings for the proposed repairs to the gap between the ramp and the floats. FishPro is working on completing the drawings.
0. The Friends of the Library have agreed to pay one-half of the total cost of the rockery to be placed on the South border of the parking lot next to the library – a distance of approximately 90 feet. The Port will commit to the other one-half of the cost.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that Evergreen Lumber had paid a credit balance back to the Port, and he would deposit the funds in our general account.
0. Commissioner Thompson has been working on a web site for the Port together with his son. The site will contain the minutes of the Commissioners, the budget, Resolutions since 2003, photographs, bond information, rules and regulations, and other pertinent matter. The site will be at  www.portofmanchester.org, and will cost approximately $180 a year.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Parks reported that a date rape may have occurred in the parking area, but that this has not been verified. The police may not have been involved at this point.
0. There was much discussion concerning a proposal for a community center on land north of the public library. The Manchester Community Council representatives were present to discuss the concept. They held a meeting last Saturday evening. They have a goal to acquire the land, and if done a lot of visions could be realized. Interest was strong among the guests in going forward. Grants should be available to assist in the funding.
0. Commissioner Strode was excused for the January 2006 meeting.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

3042 Brem-Air Disposal, Inc.                                     $169.82

3043 Kitsap County Public Works                                 59.96

3044 Puget Sound Energy                                            148.97

3045 James Thompson                                                   70.00

3046 Robert Parks                                                          70.00

3047 James Strode                                                         70.00

3048 Robert Parks (Restroom maintenance)             150.00

3049 Ronald E. Thompson                                           360.00

3050 Ronald E. Thompson (postage and copies)        209.41

3051 FishPro                                                                 826.20

3052 Manchester Water District                                 118.85

TOTAL                                                                     $2,253.21

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E. Thompson                                         James E. Thompson

Attorney/Auditor                                                President

November 14, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 14 guests. 

MINUTES:

The minutes of the October 2005 meeting were approved.

BID OPENING:

Commissioner Thompson reported that he had contacted 12 companies regarding our sprinkler system, that 11 asked for bid materials and that 4 responded. Secretary Parks opened the bids and read them. After examining the responses and discussion, it was moved, seconded and passed to award the bid to Northwest Aqua Creations for the total sum of $2,715 including taxes. This bid also includes repairs to our existing system at Pomeroy Park.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Strode reported that FishPro has outlined a proposal to fix the gap between the ramp and the dock. It will consist of a section to be bolted to the dock. The bull rails with cleats would be moved to the outside. It is anticipated that no permits will be required. It was moved, seconded and passed to go ahead with the plans through the engineers.
0. Commissioner Strode reported on his attendance at the all ports meeting in Silverdale. The proposal for our rules and regulations were distributed to the other ports in attendance. The next meeting is on January 23, 2006. The concern is how is the sheriff going to enforce rules and regulations that differ from port to port. Perhaps a matrix can be prepared. Commissioner Strode stressed the importance of our Port having its own rules and regulations.
0. Commissioner Strode reported that SealCo had striped the lower parking area, and that the job was done acceptably.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that the restroom lock is repaired and that it is locked from dusk to dawn.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that he had transferred $30,000 from the investment account to the bond account to pay principal and interest on the bonds.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that he had received a bid for rocks along the South boundary South of the library. It will cost $1989 for 60 feet, and $2300 for 90 feet. Plus tax. Commissioner Parks stated that he feels we need 90 feet West of the stop sign to the property line. It was felt that the Friends of the Library should help pay for this improvement, and that 50 percent would be fair.

PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET:

Commissioner Thompson announced a public hearing on the Port budget for 2006. He stated that we had just learned of a bill for the Port primary election in the sum of $4000 that was not in the budget, that another $1000 will be going to our engineers for the cure of the gap between the dock and the ramp, and another $2500 for the sprinkler system. After discussion and some revision, it was decided to ask for a one- percent increase plus new construction for 2006. Resolution 4-05 was presented, and upon motion and second, was passed providing for the one percent increase plus new construction.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson presented a letter dated November 3, 2005 from the Manchester Community Council regarding a possible new building on land North of the library for use by the library, and possible the Water District and a Community Center. This would be about 7100 square feet of new space. There followed much discussion regarding the proposal and a need for a public vote on the project if it were to go forward. It was pointed out by Commissioner Thompson that much of the Port area lies outside the town of Manchester.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that some of the motorcyclists acted irresponsibly after the just completed motorcycle rally.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that the Department of Fish and Wildlife has indicated that the window opens on August 16, 2006 for extension of the ramp.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

3029 Brem-Air Disposal, Inc.                                     $169.80

3030 Kitsap County Public Works                                 59.96

3031 Puget Sound Energy                                            103.17

3032 Void                                                                       0.00

3033 James Thompson                                                   70.00

3034 Robert Parks                                                         70.00

3035 Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)                  184.45

3036 James Strode                                                       140.00

3037 Ronald E. Thompson                                           360.00

3038 Port Orchard Independent                                      89.50

3039 Georges Electric                                                   886.54

3040 SealCo                                                                 352.95

3041 Larry Van Boeyen                                                  80.00

        TOTAL                                                           $2,566.39

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E. Thompson                 James E. Thompson

Attorney/Auditor                        President

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October 10, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 11 guests.

MINUTES:

The minutes of the September 2005 meeting were approved, as corrected.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson announced that the antenna issue is at rest. The IAC has issued an opinion that the antennas do not constitute a conversion under IAC policy, and the IAC has approved the Memorandum of Understanding between the Washington DOT and the Port of Manchester. Commissioner Thompson read his May letter to the IAC, and attorney Thompson read the letter from IAC dated today.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that he had made contact with 12 contractors and has sent 11 requests for bids to contractors for the sprinkler system addition. The bids will be submitted for examination and acceptance at the November meeting.
0. The draft preliminary budget was distributed to members and guests and reviewed by Commissioner Thompson. The proposal calls for a levy rate of 0.156949, and projected tax collections of $70,000 for 2006. Discussion followed. The hearing on the preliminary budget will take place at the November meeting.
0. Commissioner Strode reported that the catch basin clean-out has been accomplished by A-l Services at a cost of $862.28.
0. Commissioner Strode announced that the sealing of the lower parking area has been accomplished by Seal Co. They did a double coat on the ramp, and the quality of the work appears to be excellent.
0. Commissioner Strode stated that he will be meeting with our Engineers, FishPro to devise a plan for the gap between the float and the ramp.
0. Commissioner Strode and Bud Larson reported on their meeting to formulate items to be included in a Resolution to the County to obtain an Ordinance from the County to facilitate police protection on Port property for certain offenses. There was considerable discussion and then agreement on what should be contained in the request to the County.
0. Commissioner Thompson announced that the Port is now developing a web site, that a domain name has been purchased and that construction of the site is under way. It will be found under www.portofinanchester.org and will cost $184 for the first year.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. A guest was present seeking use of Port property for a fundraiser for hurricane Katrina victims. A hold harmless agreement will be signed by all participants, who are operators of motorcycles. There was a motion and second to cosponsor the event with the sponsor. The motion was approved.
0. Commissioner Parks observed the SealCo did not do the striping when the sealing was done on the lower parking lot. We have the equipment and tools to do the striping.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that someone had filled the dumpster with refuse that was not generated from using Port facilities.
0. Commissioner Parks stated that the lock for the public restroom is not yet installed, and that a new magnet is necessary for time locking at a cost of between $600-700. The restroom will need to be repainted after this is accomplished.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that the sum of $25,000 has been transferred from our General Account to our Investment Account.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

3015   Brem-Air Disposal, Inc                            $161.64

3016   Kitsap County Public Works                       59.96

3017   Puget Sound Energy                                    23.71

3018   Northwest Landscape Management          325.00

3019   James Thompson                                          70.00

3020   James Strode                                                70.00

3021   Robert Parks                                                70.00

3022   Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)     150.00

3023   Ronald E. Thompson                                  360.00

3024   Kitsap County Treasurer                            154.38

3025   A-l Services, Inc.                                         862.28

3026   SealCo                                                      2,427.21

3027   Donald Thompson (Web Site)                     188.44

3028   Manchester Water District                         289.75

           Totals                                                      $5,212.37

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E. Thompson                                James E. Thompson

Attorney/Auditor                                       President

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Septmber 12, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 17 guests.

MINUTES:

The minutes of the August 2005 meeting were approved.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson announced that we have received a letter from the State IAC, and that a representative from the Department of Transportation was here today concerning the antennas. Commissioner Strode is in contact with a representative from the LAC. Attorney Thompson had taken some pictures of the public restroom and antennas prior to the meeting.
0. Commissioner Strode stated that he has still not heard from Marine Floats concerning corrective action that might be taken regarding the gap between the ramp and the dock. Ed Donahue from FishPro will come up with a plan. The Commissioners authorized an expenditure of not more than $1200 for a plan and design from FishPro Engineers.
0. Commissioner Strode stated that he believes he now has a plan to fix the lock on the public restroom through Larry Van Boyen, a welder.
0. Commissioner Strode reported that he had met with a representative from Ace Paving concerning the hydraulic fluid spilled on the upper parking lot, and learned that this should not cause a problem.
0. Commissioner Strode had two bids for resealing the parking areas, one from SealCo, and one from Superior Asphalt Coating. On motion duly made and seconded, the lowest and best bid submitted by SealCo for the lower lot in the sum of $2585.00 was approved.
0. Commissioner Thompson stated he did not have enough information to complete specifications for a sprinkler system at the North park area. He stated that he would put a notice in the Port Orchard Independent with a list of items necessary to put in a system and if there are no responses he will make some phone calls to obtain bids.
0. The Manchester Community Council clean-up event is scheduled for 8 October. They do not carry liability insurance. On motion made and seconded, it was passed that the Port would cosponsor the event with MCC. The Port Orchard Independent has offered free advertising.
0. Commissioner Strode reported that he attended a meeting with Bud Larson concerning the collective all-ports effort to obtain police protection on port property for common offenses. A petition is being prepared, and a list will be submitted, to be worked through the County Prosecuting Attorney. Commissioner Strode will meet with Bud Larson to go over the list prior to the next all-ports meeting scheduled for October 17^th.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that there is still no known progress on the project to extend the launch ramp. We still have no permits. Senator Oke has directed a letter to the Department of Fish & Wildlife in an effort to expedite this project.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson presented a draft preliminary budget that he had prepared for FY 2006 based on our current 20.8 mils levy. Notice will be published for comment and adoption at our November meeting.
0. Wanda Larson, representing Manchester Community Council read an announcement that there would be a public forum for port commission candidates and other office candidates at the Manchester elementary school on 6 October. The forum will be moderated by the Kitsap League of Women Voters.
0. Commissioner Thompson spoke regarding the expressed wishes of some citizens for the Port to purchase some adjoining property. He stated that at this time the Port has no master plan for additional property, and that the Port does not have sufficient money for a purchase. He went in to some detail as to what would be necessary to obtain public approval for a bond issue. Commissioner Strode expressed that there could possibly be some grant money available for purchase of property north of the public library. There followed general discussion on the subject. A member of the Manchester Water District Commission stated that we should think outside the box and that once property is gone, it is gone.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

3006 Brem-Air Disposal, Inc                           $161.44

3007 Kitsap County Public Work                        59.96

3008 Puget Sound Energy                                    24.02

3009 Northwest Landscape Management          325.00

3010 James Thompson                                         70.00

3011 James Strode                                                70.00

3012 Robert Parks                                                70.00

3013 Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)     180.91

3014 Ronald E. Thompson                                  360.00

          TOTAL                                                  $1,321.33

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E. Thompson               James E. Thompson

Attorney/Auditor                       President

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AUGUST 8, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 7 guests.

MINUTES:

The minutes of the July 2005 meeting were approved, as corrected.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson reported that he was receiving a hold harmless agreement from the sponsor of the festival this coming weekend.
0. Commissioner Strode reported that he had not heard back from Marine Floats concerning repairs and maintenance of the docks, and that he will contact them again.
0. Commissioner Strode reported that he is looking for a contractor to repair the lock on the public restroom, and that he will follow up.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that he has repaired a broken sprinkler head himself.
0. Commissioner Strode reported that Ace Paving is doing an inspection tomorrow to make an assessment of damages to the parking area.
0. Commissioner Parks stated that we have not yet received proof of insurance from the bicycle club that wants to use Port property for an event.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that his son is assisting on development of a web-site for the Port. He will go ahead with his work.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that he had replaced the lock on the electrical box.
0. Bud Larson stated that he had conducted a traffic count, and that there were 258 vehicles on Port property in a 24 hour period.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. A representative of a developer with plans to construct a building to the East of the upper parking area on commercial land was present. There was discussion as to whether he has a right of access across Port property to the adjacent property. He was told that there is no right of access, and that there is no easement to the adjacent property across Port property.
0. Commissioner Thompson asked for approval to seek bids for a sprinkler system at the North park. Top soil will have to be brought in. Commissioner Thompson will develop specifications. His request to solicit bids was approved, and he intends to bring responses to the September meeting.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that a homeless man is sleeping and occupying Port property, and that he had called the Sheriff for assistance. He has now moved off Port property.
0. Commissioner Thompson will prepare a proposed budget for FY 2006 to be reviewed at the September meeting.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

2995 Brem-Air Disposal, Inc.                                   $188.57

2996 Kitsap County Public Works                               59.96

2997 Puget Sound Energy                                          149.99

2998 Northwest Landscape Management                    325.00

2999 James Thompson                                                70.00

3000 James Strode                                                      70.00

3001 Robert Parks                                                      70.00

3002 Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)               150.00

3003 Ronald E. Thompson                                        360.00

3004 Washington Governmental Entity Pool            4,806.00

3005 Manchester Water District                                   90.20

        TOTAL                                                        $6,339.72

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E. Thompson                              James E. Thompson
Attorney/Auditor                                     President

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July 18, 2005

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 12 guests.

MINUTES:

The minutes of the June 2005 meeting were approved, as corrected. Commissioner Strode abstained because he was excused from the June meeting.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson reported that the antennas have been installed on the public restroom.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that there has been no further contact with the Department of Fish & Wildlife concerning the ramp extension,
0. Commissioner Thompson raised the question concerning what steps should be taken regarding the gap between the ramp and the dock. Several suggestions were offered. Commissioner Strode said he would contact Marine Floats to see what they would suggest.
0. The boundary between the library and the road to the South was discussed. It was suggested that about ten four-man rocks spaced about three feet apart running up the hill and dug in would be a good safety measure.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that the lock on the restroom was torn off again. Commissioner Thompson and others have repaired it five times. . The lock needs to be redesigned and the way it is mounted needs to be changed. Commissioner Strode will contact Robert Baglio to determine what he will suggest.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that one station in the sprinkler system has a broken head on the Northeast corner of Pomeroy Park. He stated he would obtain the part and make the repairs.
0. Commissioner Strode reported that he will contact ACE Paving concerning the pavement near the boat ramp.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that the club that is sponsoring the bicycle tour in August is sending in proof of insurance
0. The Kitsap all ports meeting is tonight, and they will send us a copy of their minutes.
0. The clean up after the 4^th of July celebration was accomplished in a good manner. Two dumpsters were filled with trash.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Parks reported that a homeless person has been sleeping overnight on one of the picnic tables.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that a Waste Management garbage truck spilled about 100 gallons of hydraulic fluid on the upper parking lot. They did not clean it up properly, but did put kitty litter on it. Attorney Thompson was requested to send a claim letter to them.
0. Phil Paquette requested permission to use the parking area. His request was approved on condition he agrees to hold the Port harmless and furnish proof of insurance.
0. Bud Larson raised a question concerning the minutes stating that he felt that members of the audience should have a copy. It was decided that copies will be distributed at the beginning of each meeting, that a book containing a copy of the minutes for the last year will be kept at the library desk along with a copy of the approved Resolutions for the last year.
0. There was discussion concerning the progress being made to gain cooperation with the sheriff in enforcing State and County laws on Port property. The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney assigned to this is John Dolese, and he is away from his office until August 3^rd. The Port of Silverdale attorney, Phil Best is coordinating this for all ports.
0. A lock is needed for the electrical box. Commissioner Parks will take care of this.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

2985   Brem-Air Disposal, Inc                                    $161.64

2986    Kitsap County Public Works                               59.96

2987    Puget Sound Energy                                          145.74

2988    Northwest Landscape Management                     325.00

2989    James Thompson                                                 70.00

2990    James Strode                                                       70.00

2991    Robert Parks                                                       70.00

2992    Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)                196.83

2993    Ronald E. Thompson                                         360.00

2994    Port Orchard Independent                                    66.00

           TOTAL                                                        $1,525.77

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E. Thompson                              James E. Thompson
Attorney/Auditor                                     President

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June 13, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson and Parks; Commissioner Strode was excused; Attorney Thompson and 30 guests were also present.

MINUTES:

The minutes of the May 2005 meeting were approved.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson asked Randy Barker, representative from the Washington State Department of Transportation to explain the antennas that will be placed on the public restroom facility. He stated that the radiation from this installation would be about 1/6 ' of a single cell phone or a cordless phone. The antenna would be on the water side of the building, and would project only slightly above the roof line. The use would be hardly noticeable, and is for the protection of the State ferry system from terrorist activities.
0. Several in attendance voiced objection and concern to the antenna, stating mat they should be placed elsewhere. The DOT representative responded that this location was chosen because of its direct line of sight to the ferries that are the subject of the communication network.
0. Discussion followed relative to the location of the public restroom. Some felt that the facility should have been located elsewhere. Others stated that there was no view blockage, and that the facility was just fine where located now.
0. There followed discussion regarding public safety. A Mr. Evans broke his leg while using Port property in recent days. To date no claim has been filed with the Port.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported mat $11,000 has been transferred from the General Account to the Bonds Account to pay semi-annual interest on the outstanding bonds.
0. A guest wanted to know when the boat launch extension project would be completed. He was told about the permitting process and the time required going through all this process, and that it would be at least a year before the project would be done.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that the new fencing has been completed with sleeves added on the wiring.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. Two bids were received for clean-up after the 4^th of July. On motion duly made and seconded, the lowest and best bid submitted by SKHS Cross Country and Track Booster was accepted in the sum of $250.00.
0. There is a failing bulkhead on the South side of the library building. The Friends of the Library will obtain bids for repairs and present them and other repair possibilities to the Commissioners at their next meeting.
0. The annual Salmon Bake is scheduled for next week on Fathers' Day, sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The event will take place on Port property. Use of the property was approved provided that the Friends of the Library provide a hold harmless agreement and proof of insurance.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that the bicycle event Rhapsody will be providing us with a hold harmless agreement and proof of insurance.
0. Our next meeting is rescheduled to July 18, 2005 instead of July 11, 2005.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

2970 Brem-Air Disposal, Inc.                                       $161.64

2971 Kitsap County Public Works                                   59.96

2972 Puget Sound Energy                                                67.33

2973 Northwest Landscape Management                         325.00

2974 James Thompson                                                     70.00

2975 VOID                                                                        0.00

2976 Robert Parks                                                            70.00

2977 Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)                    150.00

2978 Ronald E. Thompson                                             360.00

2979 Marine Floats                                                         325.80

2980 James Thompson  (Maintenance Materials)                23.66

2981 SKHS Cross Country and Track Boosters              250.00

2982 Manchester Water District                                        74.60

2983 Evergreen Lumber                                                  157.96

2984 Postmaster                                                               26.00

          TOTAL                                                           $2,121.95

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E.Thompson                      James E.Thompson

Attorney/Auditor                            President

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May 9, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 7 guests.

MINUTES:

The minutes of the April 2005 meeting were approved.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Parks reported that the derelict vessel that had been moored to the dock was now off Port property.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that the new fencing had been installed, that vandals had torn it loose and that it was repaired. It was then vandalized again. He asked for authority to purchase fasteners to be attached to each end of the wires made of stainless steel at a cost of approximately $151.00. On motion made and seconded, the purchase was approved.
0. A police report concerning the vandalism in 2. above was filed, with the license numbers of the vehicles seen reported.
0. Attorney Thompson reported that he had been in contact with attorney Best from the Port of Silverdale, and that there will be a cooperative effort made to obtain better policing of activities of Port properties. Commissioner Parks reported that attorney Best is working up a Resolution of the Port of Silverdale under RCW 58.08.220 listing the various activities that will be regulated after a public hearing.
0. Commissioner Parks reported that a bicycle event will be held the weekend of August 27 and 29, sponsored by several bicycle clubs and calling the event Rhapsody for riding around Puget Sound. They wish to use Port property for a rest station and will locate two porta bathrooms and two stations on the launch-ramp parking lot. The event was approved provided that the host furnishes a hold harmless agreement and provides proof of insurance.
0. The 4th of July holiday was discussed, and it was determined to solicit for bids for clean-up after the holiday.
0. The Washington State Department of Transportation has submitted two proposals for the antennas to be located atop the public restroom. After discussion and consideration, it was moved, seconded and approved to permit the alternative to allow the proposal that resembles somewhat a broom stick.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Strode asked to be excused from the June meeting, as he will be on vacation at that time.
0. Marine Floats Corporation sent us a bill for payment which contained no information as to what had been accomplished by them. The attorney was requested to contact them for an itemized statement, before payment.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

2955 Brem-Air Disposal, Inc.                                 $161.84

2956 Kitsap County Public Works                             59.96

2957 Puget Sound Energy                                          99.56

2958 Northwest Landscape Management                   225.00

2959 James Thompson                                               70.00

2960 James Strode                                                      70.00

2961 Robert Parks                                                     140.00

2962 Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)               150.00

2963 Ronald E. Thompson                                         360.00

2964 Skip Beahm                                                         43.44

2965 Kitsap County Auditor                                         21.00

2966 Premier Rentals                                                    29.32

2967 Void                                                                      0.00

2968 Tacoma Screw Products                                     151.33

2969 Northwest Landscape Management                      100.00

         Total                                                              $1,681.45 

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned

Ronald E. Thompson                James E. Thompson

Attorney/Auditor                       President

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April 11, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 8 guests.

MINUTES:

The minutes of the March 2005 meeting were approved.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Parks reported that the owner of the derelict boat has made claim and that the vessel had been stolen and the identifying numbers had been changed. Commissioner Parks told the claimant that the boat would not be released to him without going through the sheriff. The Deputy has met with them and the registration has been found on the vessel. The owner is to remove the boat on or before April 15^th.
0. Commissioner Thompson reported that he and volunteers built a fence by the public restroom to discourage skateboarding. The wire has not been put in yet because the weather has been too cold.
0. Commissioner Parks will call Skip Beahm to conduct the annual inspection of the water system.
0. Attorney Thompson is to communicate with attorney Phil Best who represents the Port of Silverdale to work on a cooperation plan with the Sheriff for law enforcement on Port property.
0. Denny Mueller has determined that he will not put in the curbing along the North fence to keep vehicles from contacting the fence.

NEW BUSINESS:

 

0. There was discussion regarding repairs to be made to the dumpster area. Volunteer help will do the job.
0. Commissioner Parks will attend the all-ports meeting in Silverdale next week. Much of the discussion has to do with derelict vessels. Attorney Thompson furnished a copy of the State law to the Commissioners.

 

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

2943 Brem-Air Disposal, Inc.                                $161.44

2944 Kitsap County Public Works                            59.96

2945 Puget Sound Energy                                         20.51

2946 Northwest Landscape Management               407.80

2947 Kitsap County Treasurer                                154.38

2948 James Thompson                                            222.90

2949 James Strode                                                    70.00

2950 Robert Parks                                                    70.00

2951 Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)         150.00

2952 Ronald E. Thompson                                      360.00

2953 Evergreen Lumber                                            65.05

2954 Manchester Water District                               73.45

         TOTAL                                                        $1,815.49

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed. 

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E. Thompson                           James E. Thompson
Attorney/Auditor                                  President

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March 14, 2005

PRESENT:

Commissioners Thompson, Strode and Parks; Attorney Thompson and 11 guests,

MINUTES:

The minutes of the February 2005 meeting were approved, as corrected.

OLD BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson invited discussion regarding the newly installed signs at the lower parking area regarding the prohibition of skate boarding. After a heated discussion, it was the consensus that the new signs are more readable and give good notice to the public.
0. It was observed that, in all probability the Sheriff does not enforce skateboard regulations. There followed considerable discussion relative to what can be done to discourage skateboarding. Some volunteers agreed to do some landscaping that would make it difficult to skateboard. There is money in our budget to do this. It was moved, seconded and passed to go forward with this volunteer project, with funding for materials.
0. Commissioner Parks reminded Attorney Thompson to correspond with Attorney Best from the Silverdale Port District regarding coordination with the Sheriffs Department.
0. A landscaping bid from Northwest Landscaping was reviewed. They have been our landscapes for the last two years, and it was observed that they are doing a satisfactory job. Their bid is to do the landscaping from March 1^st through October 31^st for the sum of $325 per month. They are bonded. They presented a written contract for approval. It was moved, seconded and passed to enter in to this contract.

NEW BUSINESS:

0. Commissioner Thompson stated that there had been some vandalism again at the public restroom. He repaired the damage to the electronic lock, but it may require more attention.
0. Commissioner Thompson stated that he had received a call from Mike McCarthy from Storm Water Management concerning our improvements on the shoreline. He suggested that we withhold any improvements until after the storm drainage project has been completed.
0. Skip Beahm must check out our sprinkler system before it is turned on. Commissioner Strode stated that he would make this contact.
0. The Washington Governmental Entity Pool, our insurance brokerage presented an amendment to our insurance contract. It provides for a sixty-day notice requirement in order to withdraw from the pool. Most pools have a one-year requirement in order to withdraw. On motion duly made and seconded, the amendment to our contract with WGEP was approved.

BILLS PRESENTED FOR PAYMENT:

2933 Port Orchard Signs                                        $153.50

2934 Brem-Air Disposal, Inc                                    161.44

2935 Kitsap County Public Works                             59.96

2936 Puget Sound Energy                                          19.23

2937 James Thompson                                              73.63

2938 James Strode                                                     70.00

2939 Robert Parks                                                     70.00

2940 Robert Parks (Restroom Maintenance)              188.21

2942 Ronald E. Thompson                                       360.00

2943 Northwest Landscape Management                   325.00

         TOTAL                                                   $1,480.99

On motion duly made and seconded, payment of the above bills was authorized and directed.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Ronald E. Thompson                   James E. Thompson

Attorney/Auditor                          President