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JUL ~ 4 2002
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
July i 0, 2002
The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order in the City Council
Chambers, 239 4m Street, Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday, July 10, 2002, at 5:30 P.M., with
Council President Carol Arends presiding. Council members present were Mike Short, Will Maupin,
Mike Shepherd, Ed Rollman, Daren Nygren, Cecil McConnell, and Wayne Olsen. Council Member Eric
Younger was absent. Also present were Assistant City Attorney Simon Stocker; Deputy City Clerk Paula
Johnston; and Council Liaison Lori Smith.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council Member Cecil McConnell, followed
by the invocation provided by Chaplain Conrad Dodd of Kitsap Lake Baptist Church.
Council President Arends made the following announcements:
(1) The regular Pre-Council Session, which was open to the public, was held in the Council Conference
Room to discuss general Council business from 5:00-5:30 P.M.
CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of Meeting - June 26, 2002 (#AB02-130)
B. 2002 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (#AB02-131)
C. Purchase of 80 Personal Computers from IBM Corporation (#AB02-132)
#0025 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Olsen) Move to approve Consent Agenda as presented.
CLAIMS/CHECK REGISTERS
Vouchers audited and certified by the auditing officer as required by RCW 42.24.080, and those
expense reimbursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090 have been recorded on a listing
that had been made available to the Council.
#0065 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Olsen) On July 10, 2002 the Council approved payment for those vouchers
included and further described as follows: Check numbers 272366; 272391; 272392; 272452 through
272654; and EFT 7132 in the amount of $915,671.47; Check numbers 272676 through 272681 in the
amount of $218,642.25; Regular Payroll in the amount of $1,043,054.83 for the pay period ending June
30, 2002; and Retiree Payroll in the amount of $151,440.94 for the pay period ending June 30, 2002.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Will Maupin reported on several meetings he has attended this week including the Kitsap Regional
Coordinating Meeting (to discuss countywide planning policies and long-range plans); and meetings with
the Kitsap County Board of Health and Kitsap Transit Policy Board. He also commented on his
attendance at the First Friday Art Walk and related events last week, which he thoroughly enjoyed.
Mike Shepherd also enjoyed the First Friday Art Walk event, and encouraged citizens to partake in the
activities on August 2; invited the public to attend the 5m Annual District 5 Neighborhood picnic at
Evergreen Rotary Park on Saturday, July 20th from 12:00 to 2:00 P.M.; and lastly, he thanked the
volunteers from BKAT for their efforts in providing local programming.
Ed Rollman urged citizens to be patient during the recent construction taking place on Callow Avenue;
encouraged citizens to call the Council office at 478-5280 if they have any concerns; discussed an
upcoming article emphasizing some of Bremerton's "forgotten" history; announced the next "Concert on
the Boardwalk" would be held Friday, July 12; the "El Latino Carnaval" would be held Saturday, July 13;
and expressed sympathy at the passing of long-time civic leader Fred Schoneman.
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Daren Nygren invited the public to attend the next meeting of "Kitsap Trees", which promotes tree
planting efforts in all of Kitsap County at the Kitsap Regional Library on Sylvan Way next Tuesday, July
16 at 6:30 P.M. He was pleased to see the wonderful turnout at the brown bag "Peanut Butter & Jam
Session" held during the lunch hour today at the gazebo Park next to City Hall. He announced the next
concert would be August 14th, followed by September 18th from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M.
Cecil McConnell discussed his attendance at the Gold Mountain Board of Directors meeting, where he
learned of several improvements planned for the parking lot at Gold Mountain Golf Course, including
additional handicap parking spots and increased lighting.
Wayne Olsen was pleased to be included as part of the graduating ceremony for Gall Moreland and
Judy Wood, who recently completed the 2002 Bremerton Employment Training Program sponsored by
Goodwill. He was also pleased to inform members of the public that the program offers computer
training from 9:30 to 11:00 A.M. on Fridays. Lastly, he reported on his attendance at a meeting of the
Military Affairs Committee, where they discussed plans for a "New Years Eve" event for members of the
military and their families.
Carol Arends announced that the next regular meeting of the Bremerton School Board was scheduled
Thursday, July 11, 2002 at the Bremerton School District Administration Building at 134 N. Marion. She
also noted that she would be attending the Puget Sound Regional Council meeting tomorrow in Seattle.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Bozeman announced the following:
· All Department Heads would now attend all Council meetings to keep abreast on City business;
· Gene Sampley was brought forward to announce that the Washington State Department of
Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration have selected the Gateway Project as the
"Best Transportation Project in the State", and would recognize the City with an Award of Excellence;
· He encouraged attendance at the "Peanut Butter & Jam Session" and "El Latino Carnaval";
· Provided details on how costs were lowered for the Public Safety Bond; and
· Introduced Crystal Kay Robinette, selected as "Miss Kitsap Fair & Stampede Queen for 2002"
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Allen Shute expressed his concern that the City was not doing enough to relieve neighborhoods from
PSNS workers parking along their residential streets.
Carol Atkinson thanked all those who attended the Jr. Cadillac Concert last, and invited the public to
attend the next Concert on the Boardwalk to enjoy the music of "Phoenix" on Friday, July 12 from 6:00 to
8:00 P.M. She also invited the public to attend the Blackberry Festival on the Boardwalk which would be
held August 31 and September 1 this year.
Don Larson reiterated his support for more trees and green areas in and around the City; and asked if
the City has considered the recently cleared property at 6th & Naval for a new Fire Station.
H. Emily Moshay was pleased the first "Peanut Butter & Jam" session was so well attended.
Daniel Sherwood supported the Public Safety & Bond issue, and offered his services to provide
literature to the public regarding this cause.
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Jim Spencer, Director of Parks & Recreation, reminded families that the Parks Department is
sponsoring several free programs for kids between the ages of 6 to 12 Monday through Thursday from
10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at several local City parks through the end of August.
8A - APPOINTMENT OF MAURICE CORREIA TO THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION (#AB02-133):
Sherril Huff-Menees stated that there is a vacancy on the Civil Service Commission and Mayor
Bozeman is recommending that the vacancy be filled by Mr. Maurice Corriea. Maurice Corriea was
pleased to offer his services by volunteering to serve on this Commission.
There were no comments from the public.
#1305 M/S/C/U (Shepherd/Maupin) Move to confirm the appointment of Mr. Maurice Corriea to the Civil
Service Commission.
8B - APPOINTMENT OF RON SMITH TO THE BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY COMMITTEE (#AB02-
134): Sherril Huff-Menees also announced that there is a vacancy on the Block Grant Advisory
Committee and Mayor Bozeman is recommending that Mr. Ron Smith be appointed to fill the vacancy.
There were no comments from the public.
Mr. Olsen suggested that in the future, all appointees attend the first Council meeting to allow the
Council members a chance to see and meet the appointee.
#1383 M/S/C/U (Short/Maupin) Move to confirm the appointment of Mr. Ron Smith to the Block Grant
Advisory Committee.
8C - BID AWARD FOR TIMBER SALE 02-1 (#AB02-135): Gene Sampley, Public Works & Utility
Director, summarized that the timber sale was planned and prepared within the guidelines of the Water
Utility's Forest Management Plan and the Washington State Forest Practices regulations. A forest
practices permit has been obtained for this harvest operation. This proposed harvest will be an even-
age cut on four units comprising 40 acres total. Total estimated volume is 1,090 MBF. Advertisement
for bids was prepared according to administrative procedures and bids received on June 25, 2002. A
summary is attached as Exhibit B. It is recommended that City Council award the timber sale to Quinalt
Logging for the amount of $432,320. It was also noted that this timber sale. was a planned harvest
consistent with the Forest Management Plan.
There were no comments from the public.
#1582 M/S/C/U (Shepherd/Short) Move to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the attached Bill
of Sale and Contract to Pay for and Remove Forest Products from City Lands for Timber Sale 02-1, with
Quinalt Logging in the amount of $432,320 in accordance with established administrative policies and
procedures.
8D - RECIPROCAL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF BREMERTON AND
WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (#AB02-136): Gene Sample¥, Public
Works & Utility Director, stated that this agreement allows for reimbursable work and/or rent of
equipment between the City and the State when it is of mutual benefit.
Don Larson questioned if the City could maintain and water the plantings in City right-of-ways. Gene
Sampley specified that this question was not related to the issue being discussed. Although he agrees
that areas with tree plantings do need to be maintained, the City is working with limited resources.
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#1810 M/S/C/U (Short/Maupin) Move to approve the Reciprocal Maintenance Agreement between the
City of Bremerton and the Washington State Department of Transportation.
9A - PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCE NO. 4808 (SECOND READING) AMENDING TITLE 2 OF
THE BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DEPARTMENTS AND DIVISIONS OF THE
CITY GOVERNMENT; AND CONFIRMING RICH HANNA AS THE FINANCE DIRECTOR (#AB02-
128): The first reading of this ordinance was heard at the Council meeting on June 26, 2002.
There were no comments from the public.
#1900 M/S/C/U (Rollman/Olsen) Move to pass Ordinance No. 4808 on second reading.
#1935 M/S/C/U (Rollman/Short) Move to confirm Rich Hanna as Finance Director.
9B - PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCE NO, 4809 (SECOND READING) AMENDING TITLE 2 OF
THE BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 2.07 CREATING THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT; AND CONFIRMING GARY SEXTON AS THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR (#AB02-129): The first reading of this ordinance was heard
at the Council meeting on June 26, 2002.
There were no other comments from the public.
#1993 M/S/C/U (Maupin/Short) Move to pass the Ordinance No. 4809 on second reading.
#2015 M/S/C/U (Maupin/Short) Move to confirm Gary Sexton as the Economic Development Director.
9C - RESOLUTION NO, 2863, AUTHORIZING BID AWARD TO PURCHASE WIRTGREN ASPHALT
GRINDER; AND RELATED BUDGET ADJUSTMENT NO. 02-15 (#AB02-137): Gene Sampley, Public
Works & Utility Director, reported that staff recommends the budget adjustment in the amount of
$130,200.00 for the purchase of a used 1998 Wirtgren 1000 asphalt grinder and training of mechanics.
The new price for a new asphalt grinder is $219,500.00 The Streets Division of Public Works and
Utilities annually rents these units for a one month cost of 21,000.00. The City was able to rent a
machine locally this year for $17,500.00 from Carstan Leasing including a provision that 80% of the
rental rate would be credited towards purchase of the machine should the City decide to purchase. It
was noted that the Budget Adjustment was amended to $116, 200 due to a credit received earlier by the
City; and that the City would save approximately $10,000 per year over the life of the machine.
There were no comments from the public.
#2250 M/S/C/U (Short/Maupin) Move to approve Resolution No. 2863
#2275 M/S/C/U (Short/Olsen) Move to approve Budget Adjustment No. 02-15 for $116,200.
#2300 M/S/C/U (Short/Maupin) Move to award bid to Carstan Leasing in the amount of $130,200
inclusive of sales tax for a 1998 Wirtgren lO00 asphalt grinding & milling machine.
9D - RESOLUTION NO. 2864, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BREMERTON TO RECEIVE STATE
REVOLVING FUND LOAN FOR ANDERSON COVE (#AB02-138): Gene Sampley, Public Works &
Utility Director, summarized that the City of Bremerton applied for and received awards for five
Washington State Water Pollution Control Revolving (SRF) Fund Iow-interest loans to fund
improvements included in the City's Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Reduction Program. The final
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loan agreement in the amount of $640,427 for reimbursement for Anderson Cove CSO Reduction
Facilities (Loan No. L0200026) has been approved and is ready for execution.
There were no comments from the public.
#2540 M/S/C/U (Maupin/Rollman) Move to approve Resolution No. 2864 authorizing the City of
Bremerton to receive SRF Loan No. L0200026 and authorize the Mayor to execute the same.
9E - RESOLUTION NO. 2865, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BREMERTON TO RECEIVE STATE
REVOLVING FUND LOANS FOR CHERRY/TRENTON CSO REDUCTION; TRENTON AVENUE
PUMP STATION IMPROVEMENTS; TRACYTON BEACH CSO REDUCTION; AND ANDERSON
COVE BASIN 12 (#AB02-139): Gene Sampley, Director of Public Works and Utilities, reiterated that
the City of Bremerton applied for and received awards for SRF loans to fund improvements in the CSO
Reduction Program. Draft loan agreements are prepared for Cherry/Trenton CSO Reduction for
$1,000,000; Trenton Avenue Pump Station Improvements for $1,000,000; Tracyton Beach CSO
Reduction for $693,000; and Anderson Cove Basin 12 for $650,000.
There were no comments from the public.
#2615 M/S/C/U (Nygren/Maupin) Move to approve Resolution No. 2865 authorizing the City of
Bremerton to receive SRF Loans for Cherry/Trenton CSO Reduction, Trenton Avenue Pump Station
Improvements, Tracyton Beach CSO Reduction, and Anderson Cove Basin 12, and authorize the Mayor
to execute the same subject to City Attorney approval of final relevant terms and conditions.
With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 6:47 P.M.
Prepared and Submitted by:
LOI~I S'MITH
Council Liaison
P~AULA JOHN/~t~,'De-puty City Clerk
CAROL ARENDS, City Council President
City of Bremerton
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