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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
March 27, 2002
The weekJy meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremedon was calJed to order Jn the City
Council Chambers, 239 4t" Street, Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday, March 27, 2002, at 5:30
P.M., with Council President Carol Arends presiding. Council members present were Mike Shod, Will
Maupin, Eric Younger, Mike Shepherd, Ed Rollman, Daren Nygren, Cecil McConnell, and Wayne
OIsen. Aisc present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; Deputy City Clerk Paula Johnston; and
Council Assistant Christine Grenier Ellingson.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council Member Oecil McConnefl, followed
by the invocation provided by Pastor Rick Bodrie of Calvary Chapel.
President Arends made the following announcements:
(1) The regular Pre-Council Session, which is open to the public, was held in the Council Conference
Room to discuss general Council business from 5:00 to 5:30 P.M; and
(2) There will be a Study Session in the Council Conference Room following the Council meeting to
hear a presentation from City Treasurer Rich Hanna on the "2003 Al,lB 2004 BUDGET AND ClP
FINANCIAL FORECAST".
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Meeting - March 20, 2002 (#AB02-053)
B. Fee Agreement with Jane Ryan Koler, PLLC (#AB02-054)
C. Fee Agreement with Keating Bucklin & McCormack, Inc., P.S. (#AB02-055)
D. Fee Agreement with Carol A. Morris, PC (#AB02-056)
#0050 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.
#0085 M/S/C/U (Younger/McConnell) On March 27, 2002, the Council does approve for payment
those vouchers included and further described as follows: Check numbers 269398 through 269577 in
the amount of $1,108,746.72; and Regular Payroll in the amount of $869,582.14 for the period ending
March 15, 2002; and Retiree Payroll in the amount of $135,590.53 for the period ending March 31,
2002.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mike Short was pleased with attendance at the combined District 8 & 9 meeting held last week. He
encouraged the public to attend other district meetings that will addres~ nuisance issues; and
commented on Smart Growth meetings he had attended recently.
Will Maupin also commented on the combined District 8 & 9 neighborhood meeting held last
Thursday; and reported on the Kitsap Smart Growth Coalition forum as well as the West Park Board
Meeting held on Monday.
Eric Younger announced the District 6 and 7 Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 11th starting at
6:30 P.M. at the Public Works and Utilities building located at 100 Oyster Bay Avenue in the
Conference Room. The topic will be "Problem Properties and Code Enforcement". He also asked
that if citizens can not attend, to please consider attending any of the other district meetings in the
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near future.
Mike Shepherd announced that on April 1st the Metropolitan Gallery will hold a Masquerade Ball; and
thanked citizens for participating in a meeting that began discussion on the future of Smith Cove.
Ed Rollman commended the citizens of District 5 for being involved in the planning process in
improving Smith Cove; announced that on March 30t* from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. author Freddi Perry will
be providing a lecture at Amy Burnett's Gallery and selling her recently released book on the history
of Bremerton; and added that his next district meeting on Monday, April 8th at the Washington Mutual
Building located at 500 Pacific Avenue from 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. to discuss "Problem Properties
and Code Enforcement".
Daren Nygren thanked citizens for attending his district meeting held last night during which the
comp plan was discussed; and invited citizens to call the council office to be added to the district
mailing list.
Cecil McConnell announced the District 1 and 2 Meeting that will be held on Tuesday, April 9th from
7:00 to 9:00 P.M. at the Parks Community Center located on Lebo Boulevard. The topic will also be
"Problem Properties and Code Enforcement".
Wayne Olsen pointed out that people should attend the various meetings covering the nuisance
issues since codes will be amended in the future.
Carol Arends reiterated that the combined District 6 and 7 Meeting will be held at the Public Works
and Facilities building at 100 Oyster Bay Avenue not the usually scheduled School District
Administration Building located at 134 Marion Avenue; discussed the 2002 Vision Award Dinner as
part of the Puget Sound Regional Coordinating Council she attended last week; district meeting; and
added that Kitsap Transit also received a Vision 2020 award.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Bozeman
Read a proclamation declaring April 2, 2002 as "USS Kameahamea Day" and was accepted by
Council Member Daren Nygren; announced that he would like to compile a citizen email directory
and asked for Council's assistance by developing a form for citizens. This directory would
substantially decrease mailing costs regarding flyers and notices; Jim Spencer, Parks and
Recreation Director presented the PSRC Vision 2020 Award to the City of Bremerton which was
previously accepted by Council President Arends; added that Interviews of potential developers will
be taking place next week; announced that the Kitsap Consolidated Housing Authority is in the
process of choosing a developer; encouraged port officials to pursue marina improvements; brought
up the ice skating rink issue and stated that Bremerton may be considered as a potential location.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Don Larson encouraged the City to create a marine protected area near the USS Turner Joy and to
make improvements to the downtown area by planting trees.
8A - APPOINTMENT OF CLARENCE NELSON AND B. SCOTT BUCKINGHAM TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION {#AB02-057): Sherill Huff-Menees, Deputy Mayor, announced that two
vacancies on the Planning Commission are available and recommended that those vacancies be
filled by Clarence Nelson and B. Scott Buckingham.
There were no comments from the public.
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#1455 M/S/C/U (Olsen/McConnell) Move to confirm the appointment of Clarence Nelson and B. Scott
Buckingham to the Planning Commission.
8B - APPOINTMENT OF DAVID GRINDSTAFF, JOANNE MORRIS, JAN HILLMAN, ALAN
STRANGE, MARIWYN TINSLEY TO THE BREMERTON CITIZEN'S COMMISSION ON COUNCIL
SALARIES (#AB02-058): Sherril Huff-Menees, Deputy Mayor, pointed out that the City Charter
creates the Bremerton Citizen's Commission on Council Salaries. All prior appointments have
expired. She recommended that the following citizens be appointed to the commission:
David Grindstaff
Joanna Morris
Jan Hillman
Alan Strange
Mariwyn Tinsley
She added that the commission would be convened to address PERS retirement issues solely.
There were no comments from the public.
#1705 M/S/C/U (Short/Olsen) Move to confirm the appointment of David Grindstaff, Joanna Morris,
Jan Hillman, Alan Strange, and Mariwyn Tinsley to the Bremerton Citizen's Commission on Council
Salaries.
Mike Shepherd left the meeting at 6:28 PM...
8C - CONTRACT AWARD FOR THE WB-6 PUMP STATION PROJECT TO STAN PALMER
CONSTRUCTION (#BA02-059): Tom Knuckey, Utilities Engineer, summarized that bids were
opened for the WB-6 Pump Station project on March 1, 2002. There were six bids received for this
project. Stan Palmer Construction was the lowest responsive bidder with a bid of $1,534,190
including sales tax. The Engineer's estimate for the project is $1,833,279. This project is funded in
part by an EPA grant. The EPA requires approval of the Iow bid prior to contract award. EPA
approval is anticipated by April 5, 2002. The requested action before the City Council is approval of
the contract with Stan Palmer Construction contingent upon EPA approval. He added that the station
would be located at the corner of Callow Avenue and Rodgers Street.
There were no comments from the public.
Mr. Olsen suggested that Start Palmer Construction be a "good neighbor" during the duration of this
project.
#1825 M/S/C/U (Maupin/Younger) Move to approve award of the WB-6 Pump Station project to Stan
Palmer Construction contingent upon EPA approval, for the amount of $1,534, 190 including sales
tax, and authorize the Mayor to execute the same.
Mike Shepherd was not available for this vote.
8D - CONTRACT AWARD FOR THE LANDSCAPING OF THE NEW EASTSIDE CSO
TREATMENT FACILITY TO VARICK LANDSCAPING (#AB02-060): Pat Coxon. Wastewater
Treatment Plan Manager, stated that the Department of Public Works and Utilities seeks approval of
the attached bid from Varick Landscaping, to purchase and install shrubbery, trees, grasses, and
irrigation at the newly constructed Eastside CSO Treatment Facility. The submitted bid price was
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$24,955.00.
There were no comments from the public.
#1900 M/S/C/U (Short/Olsen) Move to approve the submitted bid price for the landscaping of the
Eastside CSO Treatment Facility, at a cost of $24,955.00.
Mike Shepherd was not available for this vote.
8E - INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT REGARDING FUNDING, DEVELOPMENT, AND OPERATION
OF THE KITSAP REGIONAL CONFERENCE CENTER {#AB02-061): Consultant Gary_ Sexton said
that the Intedocal Agreement between Kitsap County Public Facilities District, Kitsap County and the
City of Bremerton provides the basic elements and processing for funding the $6.9 million contribution
by the Public Facilities District (PFD) during the design and construction phases. He emphasized that
this agreement has been thoroughly reviewed by attorneys and parties involved.
Cris. Gears, Kitsap County Parks and Recreation, fully supported this agreement and wished to
recognize the efforts of the many individuals involved with focus on previous Mayor Lynn Horton,
Mayor Cary Bozeman, Gary Sexton, Barry Cook, the PFD, Housing Authority, and Kitsap Transit.
Barry Cook thanked Mayor Bozeman and Gary Sexton for their efforts in bringing this agreement
forward and hopefully making positive changes downtown. Mr. Olsen acknowledged Cris Gears,
Gary Sexton, and Barry Cook for their involvement.
Mike Shepherd returned to the meeting at 6:45 PM
Mr. Nygren thanked Mr. Gears for his role in this agreement. Ms. Arends recalled the numerous
meetings held with respect to the PFD and thanked Mr. Cook for his hard work. Mr. Rollman also
thanked previous Mayor Lynn Horton and Mr. Cook on bringing a vital project downtown. He asked
Mr. Sexton if profit sharing would be available in 20 years. Mr. Sexton responded that the profit
sharing would relate only to PFD parking revenue.
Mr. Shepherd asked how the project would impact parking space availability. Mr. Sexton answered
that the cost allocation for parking spaces has yet to be negotiated.
Mr. Maupin pointed out that smart growth means revitalization of urban areas and was pleased with
the agreement going forward.
Mr. Lubovich clarified that a segment had been inadvertently removed from the original agreement.
That segment has been reinserted and does not affect the body of the document.
#2705 M/S/C/U (Maupin/Short) Move to authorize the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Bremerton, to
enter into and sign the Interlocal Agreement regarding funding, development, and operation of the
Kitsap Regional Conference Center.
8F - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT AMENDMENT FOR GARY H. SEXTON
(#AB02-062): Mayor Cary Bozeman stated that the City entered into a Professional Servfces
Agreement with Mr. Sexton in January 2002 to perform services related to the Hotel/Conference
Center Project and other projects as directed by the mayor. He requested that Section [~!
Compensation be amended not to exceed $50,000.
Mr. Younger suggested that alternative means for offering compensation be considered by
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administration since the recommended budget adjustment will not go very far given the volume of
work the consultant is performing. Mayor Bozeman responded that an alternative will be provided to
Council soon and research is being done on the possibility of funding an Economic Project Manager.
Mr. Olsen stated that Mr. Sexton has represented other areas and that he is familiar with developer
language provided in agreements.
Mr. Rollman pointed out that this position deals with project negotiation not construction project
management.
#3115 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Rollman) Move to approve amendment to Section I~[! Compensation, of
the Professional Services Contract with Gary H. Sexton.
#3150 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Nygren) Move to approve Budget Adjustment in the amount of $15,000
for those services not related to the Hotel/Conference Center.
9A- PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCE NO. 4793 (SECOND READING) AMENDING
CHAPTER 2.06 OF THE BMC RELATING TO THE CITY ATTORNEY {#AB02-052): The first
reading of the ordinance was heard on Wednesday, March 20, 2002.
There were no comments from the public.
#3220 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Nygren) Move to pass Ordinance No. 4793 on second reading, amending
Chapter 2.06 of the Bremerton Municipal Code relating to the resignation of City Attorney and the
acceptance of the resignation by the Mayor.
With no further business, the Council meeting was adjourned at 7:03 P.M. The Council reconvened
in the Council Conference Room for a Study Session which was open to the public to discuss "2003
AND 2004 BUDGET AND CIP FINANCIAL FORECAST".
Prepared and Submitted by:
CHRISTINE GRENIER EI'LIN(~§0r~
A~ ~ Council Assistant
I~'ULA JOH~i T'~'N, D~puty City Clerk
CAROL ARENDS, City Council President
City of Bremerton
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