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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES &PR 2, ~ ~[~0~
Wednesday, March 31, 2004
The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremer[on was called to order in the City Council
Chambers, 239 4th Street, Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday, March 31, 2004, at 5:30 P.M., with
Council President Daren Nygren presiding. Council members present were Mike Short, Will Maupin,
Carol Arends, Dianne Robinson, Mike Shepherd, Wendy Priest, Cecil McConnell and Brad Gehring.
Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; Interim City Clerk Paula Johnston; and Legislative
Assistant Lori Smith.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council Member Cecil McConnell, followed
by the invocation provided by Pastor Dean Reeder of Westpark Christian Church.
President Ny.qren made the following announcements:
1. The Pre-Council session was held in the Council Conference Room from 5:00 to 5:30 PM.
CONSENT AGENDA - There were no Consent Agenda items this week.
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.
#0035 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Short) On March 31, 2004, the Council approved payment of Check
numbers 289112 through 289417; and EFT-8104 through EFT-8114 in the amount of $1,007,217.99 on
the Master Check Register.
MAYOR'S REPORT - Mayor Bozeman... · Proudly announced that the Gold Mountain Golf Complex was named the #1 golf course in
Washington by Golf Maqazine;
· Discussed the $250,000 in funding that may be made available for the Martin Luther King Jr.
Library by a budget request made by Senator Maria Cantwell;
· Received an invitation from the City of Aberdeen to discuss downtown redevelopment issues;
· Would be hosting a tour of downtown Bremerton at the request of the Washington Athletic Club;
· Reported a $25,000 event booking for the Convention Center; and announced two upcoming
Grand Openings for major downtown projects;
· Attended a wonderful retirement party today for Public Works & Utilities Director Gene Sampley;
· Mentioned that an offer was made on City property near Auto Center Way, and that a
recommendation would be coming soon to Council;
· Was meeting with investors at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday to tour Eastpark;
· Announced that $800,000 was in the Transportation Budget for study of the ferry wake issue and
the check should arrive soon; and lastly,
· Read a Proclamation to proclaim April 17, 2004 as "Earth Day 2004"; which was accepted by
Don Larson, who encouraged citizens to participate in all the scheduled Earth Day activities. He
also thanked Elaine Valencia and Mayor Bozeman for the on-going support they provide him.
6A - BUDGET ADJUSTMENT AUTHORIZING FUNDING FOR THE COMMUNICATIONS PLAN; AN~
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH GRAF-HOKE INC. FOR COMMUNICATIONS ANI')
MARKETING SERVICES (#AB04-031): Mayor Bozeman requested the allocation of $50,000 during
fiscal year 2004 for implementation of a communications plan that includes marketing, advertising,
graphic design, and employee recognition. Staff recommends approval of a Professional Service
Agreement with GRAF-HOKE, INC. for communications and marketing.
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Allen Shute requested the text of the Professional Services Agreement be read in its entirety. Mr.
Lubovich clarified that public requests to read documents in their entirety applies only to resolutions and
ordinances, therefore, the request was denied.
Ed Rollman suggested that the Council not fund marketing efforts when public safety issues, such as
having an adequate number of police officers and solving cold cases, need to be addressed.
Michael Hosea, member of the Evergreen Neighborhood Association, provided her comments in
support of this contract, stating that marketing is needed to draw investors because investors would
support the growth needed to bring about community improvements.
Mr. Short stated that he would support this agreement tonight, but added that the Council would look
closely at the "return for the dollar" when studying the budget.
Mr. Maupin provided his comments in support of this agreement, indicating that the advertising of the
City, including ail of the new development currently taking place, is vitat for our success.
Mr. McConr~ell discussed the good press being received lately for the City of Bremerton, but agreed
with Mr. Short, that the Council will review the success of the marketing plan during the study of the
budget.
Ms. Priest also provided comments to support the need for the City to have a marketing plan and
emphasized that marketing will further improve the City's image.
Mr. GehrinR explained that a tack of information led to the Council's earlier decision to place this item on
hold, but believes that with the additional information provided, he could now support this proposal.
Mr. Shepherd reminded the Council about the cuts that were necessary to balance the budget last year,
and expressed his belief that more responsibility for advertising should be taken by groups currently
receiving money from the City such as the Bremerton Area Chamber of Commerce, the Kitsap Visitor &
Convention Bureau, and Bremerton Main Street Association. Mayor Bozeman clarified that this
marketing plan included a citizen outreach program; and emphasized that homeowners have benefited
from recent growth due to their homes appreciation, and the City benefits from more property tax
returns.
Mrs. Arends agreed that the marketing plan was important, but expressed her disappointment that
misconceptions were made, which resulted in confusion, when the Council asked for the item to come
off the agenda for further study due to a lack of information and answers to specific questions.
Mr. Ny,qren provided comments in support of the City having a marketing plan, and listed several
examples of increased interest in City businesses and events.
#1 Il2 M/SIC (Robinson/McConnell) Move to approve the 2004 Budget Adjustment authorizing the
funding of $50,000 for the Communications Plan.
Voted in favor of Motion: McConnell, Priest, Robinson, Arends, Maupin, Short, Gehring, Nygren
Voted opposed to Motion: Shepherd
Motion carried: 8-Yes; 1-No
#1125 M/SIC (Robinson/McConnell) Move to approve a Professional Services Agreement with GRAF-
HOKE, INC. for communications/marketing services; and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement in
substantially the same form as presented.
Voted in favor of Motion: Priest, Robinson, Arends, Maupin, Short, Gehring, McConnell, Nygren
Voted opposed to Motion: Shepherd
Motion carried: 8-Yes; l-No
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6B - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MERCHANT PATROL SECURITY SERVICES,
INC. FOR PARKING GARAGE SECURITY AT THE 4TM & WASHINGTON GARAGE (#AB04-050):
Wayne Hamilton, Public Works & Utilities, explained that staff recommends that the City extend the
services of MERCHANT P:ATROL SECURITY SERVICES, INC. for security of the Parking Garage at 4t" Street &
Washington Avenue through the rest of 2004. He further explained that the secudty needs of the
garage will continue to be assessed as new security measures using cameras and other security
devices are implemented. During 2004~ some of the camera network will be installed, and will be
completed in 2005. Until that time, the services of MERCHANT PATROL SECURITY SERVICES, INC. are
recommended at the historic levels that they have been performing for the past five years.
Mr. Shute asked what may be read into the record. Mr. Lubovich responded that resolutions and
ordinances may be read into the record.
#1350 M/S/C/U (Arends/McConnell) Move to approve the Professional Services Agreement with
MERCHANT PATROL SECURITY SERVICES, INC. for $1,645 per month for security of the 4th & Washington
Parking Garage; and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement in substantially the same form as
presented.
6C - AGREEMENT #GCA-3901 WITH THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION TO RECEIVE FUNDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SR304 FROM CHARLESTON
BEACH ROAD TO SR304/SR3 INTERCHANGE (#AB04-051): Michael Mecham, City Engineer, stated
that in the 2003 legislative session, the Washington State Legislature increased the gasoline tax by five
cents per gallon to be used on highway improvements throughout the state. As indicated in Agreement
GCA-3901, $11,000,000 of these funds are designated to complete the SR304 improvements.
There were no comments from the public.
Mrs. Arends and Mr. Short provided their support for improvements, especially the Gateway Project.
Mr. Ny.qren asked if this project is listed on the Capital Improvement Plan. Mr. Mecham answered yes.
#1530 M/S/C/U (Arends/Maupin) Move to approve Agreement GCA-3901 with the Washington State
Department of Transportation to receive funds for construction of SR304 from Charleston Beach Road
to the SR304/SR3 interchange; and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the necessary contract
documents for the agreement.
6D - BUDGET ADJUSTMENT AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION TO THE "2004 GENERAl
GOVERNMENT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND" (FUND 308) TO FUND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTR
TO THE REVEREND DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. BUILDING (#AB04-052):
Michael Wilson, Finance Director, said that since the $100,000 Gates Foundation grant had been
cancelled due to continued delays with the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. building project, it was
their recommendation that the City reapply for the Gates grant upon securing commitments from both
the City of Bremerton and Kitsap County to each contribute $100,000 to fund the balance of the project
costs. The City's $100,000 contribution toward the library project would come from the fund balance of
the General Government Capital Improvement Fund (Fund 308) through a Council-appreved budget
adjustment to this fund.
Ed Rollman provided comments in support of this budget adjustment for the library building.
Ellen Newber,q, Director of the Kitsap Regional Library, was happy to see that so many people agree
that this building is an "architecture treasure", and was happy that so many people still visit the library.
Alice Ea.qens a long-time, strong supporter for the library project, was pleased to see all of the
components coming together to make this project happen.
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Mr. McConnell asked if the Library has plans for a temporary location for library activities while
renovations to the building are being made. Mr. Wilson responded that hopefully most of the work can
be done within the existing structure.
Council members provided comments in support of this project, as well as encouraged public donation
of funds prior to the vote...
#2260 M/S/C/U (Priest/Arends) Move to approve a Budget Adjustment authorizing the appropriation of
$100,000 in the 2004 General Government Capital Fund (Fund 308) to fund capital improvements to the
Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. building; and to authorize the Mayor to execute the Memorandum
of Understanding with Kitsap County in substantially the same form as presented.
7A - RESOLUTION NO. 2922~ SETTING A HEARING DATE OF APRIL 287 2004 FOR VACATING A
PORTION OF FIRST STREET LOCATED BETWEEN MARION AND YANTIC AVENUES (#AB04-053):
Michael Mecham, City Engineer, explained that the City received a petition from Victor Targett to vacate
a portion of First Street located between Marion and Yantic Avenues. This right-of-way consists of steep
vegetated hillside and is not being used by the public. The petitioner is requesting the vacation to
correct a previously recorded short plat. This is a Class ]~ Right-of-Way, and compensation is not
required in accordance with BMC 11.20.140.
Allen Shute requested that the Resolution be read in its entirety by Interim-City Clerk Paula Johnston.
#2460 M/S/C/U (Arends/Shepherd) Move to pass Resolution No. 2922 setting a hearing date of April 28,
2004, for vacating a portion of First Street located between Marion and Yantic Avenues.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Allen Shute discussed his frustration after receiving five parking citations.
Larry Eyer with Kitsap Community Resources, discussed a number of programs provided by KCR to
assist citizens in need, and committed to attend more Council meetings to keep the public informed of
these services; and announced that invitations were provided to the Council for the "Kitsap Community
Resources 2004 Community Service Awards Banquet" to be held on Saturday, May 1, 2004 at the Kiana
Lodge in Poulsbo, beginning at 6:00 P.M. People may call 473-2003 for more information.
Don Larson discussed trees, and provided a web site address at www.treesareqood.com that contained
information for beautifying cities with trees.
Michael Hosea provided her comments in support of the 1% for the Arts ordinance for more public art.
Mr. Ny.qren announced that a committee has been formed to further study the ordinance.
Jeff Hosea agreed with the 1% for the Arts ordinance, and further suggested the creation of an
"Architecture Design Review Board".
Ed Rollman thanked Council member Wendy Priest and Interim City Clerk Paula Johnston for their help
with a neighborhood parking problem; and proposed that Council Meetings be held in prospective
districts and to allow citizen input during their committee meetings.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Will Maupin discussed his attendance at the Historic Ships Committee meeting, and a planning meeting
for the West Sound Senior Games to be held July 8 through 11; and invited the public to attend the
dedication ceremony for the H.O. "Whitey" Domstad Viewscape, named in honor of the former Mayor of
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Bremerton, (and also his father-in-law), on Wednesday, April 14 at 2:00 P.M.
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Carol Arends acknowledged Gene Sampley's last day due to his retirement, and wished him wetl.
Dianne Robinson discussed the Council retreat held last Saturday; encouraged the formation of more
neighborhood groups; and invited District 6 residents to attend a community meeting beginning at 6:30
P.M on April 25~ at the Bremerton High School to discuss plans for a Armed Forces Day Parade Float
to represent District 6, and the possibility of a clean-up week for local neighborhoods.
Mike Shepherd announced the First Friday Ar'[ Walk events would take place this week; and mentioned
the next planting project by Kitsap Treeways would be on Saturday starling at 9:00 A.M., and interested
volunteers can meet in the TARGET parking lot in Sitverdale.
Wend¥ Priest thanked Paula Johnston and Bob Duprie of Diamond Parking for assisting her in solving a
parking problem on Highland Avenue; attended the Kitsap Community Resources Auction & Fashion
Show fundraiser for the "Parenting Place" program; and announced volunteers to pick up litter at
Evergreen Rotary Park could meet at Caf~ Destino on April 17 beginning at 10:00 A.M.
Cecil McConnell referred to the #1 rating the Gold Mountain Golf Complex received by Golf Ma.qazine,
and provided several of the highlights of the complex.
Brad Gehrin.q mentioned how impressed he was with Tucker's and the Gold Mountain Golf Complex
during his first visit there this past weekend during the Council retreat, and strongly encouraged citizens
to visit the facilities at their first opportunity. He also congratulated fellow Council member Dianne
Robinson for being setected as a YWCA "2004 Woman of Achievement ".
Damn Ny,qren thanked the staff at Tucker's for their hospitality to the Council during the retreat held this
past weekend, and indicated a summary report of the issues discussed at retreat would soon be
available.
With no further business, the meeting of the City Council was adjourned at 7:17 P.M.
L0'RI SMITH
Legislative Assistant
Attest:
- 'lr~terim City
N, Clerk
D"AR-EN NYGRE , Ci{~ ~ouncil President
City of Bremerton
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