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Home My WebLink About06/17/98 TAPE #1549 CItY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 17, 1998 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order in the City Council Chambers, 239 4th Street, Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday June 17, 1998, at 5:30 P.M., with Council President David Farr presiding. Coundl members present were Carlos Montgomery, Lon Overson, and John Law. Council members Jim Reed, Carol Arends, Mike Shepherd, Cecil McConnell, and Wayne Olsen were absent. Also present were City Attorney Glenna Malanca and Deputy City Clerk Paula Johnston. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council President Farr and invocation given by Reverend James Berentson of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. President Farr made the following announcements: (1) The City Council held a Study Session prior to the Council meeting to discuss general Council business. (2) Council members Carol Arends, Wayne Olsen, Cecil McConnell, and Mike Shepherd were absent due to their attending the Annual Association of Washington Cities Conference. (3) Due to the unexplained absence of Councilman Jim Reed, there was not a Quorum of the City Council; therefore they would not take any formal action, but would hear Council Member Reports, Mayor's Report, and Public Recognition. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Law reported that on June 16, 1998, District #3 held a Neighborhood Meeting. The guest speaker at that meeting was Bob Tulp, Public Works Operations Manager, who gave a presentation on the City's efforts to maximize funds available for street maintenance. Mr. Montgomery reported he attended the Flag Ceremony on June 14, 1998, which was held on the boardwalk. Essays written by young children on the "American FLag" were read, and Senator Bob Oke distributed Certificates to them. Unfortunately, THE SUN was not represented at that event and it was another opportunity where they missed a good chance to promote positive aspects of our youth. Early this morning, City Street Department crews started repaving Sheridan Road from Old Wheaton Way - Olympus Drive. This work was a joint effort between the City and Kitsap County. He extended a "hat's off compliment to Bob Tulp, Public Works Operations Manager, and the Street crews. TAPE #1549 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 17, 1998 Page 2 of 4 MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Lynn Horton reported earlier today she attend the Association of Washington Cities Annual Conference, which is being held in Tacoma, and did make contact with three of the four Council members attending that event. The Conference offers a wide range of workshops... from endangered salmon to community policing and everything in between. Mayor Horton introduced the Junior Rodeo Court. Princess Megan Davis and Princess Kara invited everyone to attend the Junior Rodeo on June 27-28, 1998, starting at 1:00 P.M., at the Silverspurs Arena in Silverdale. Mayor Horton reported on June 12, 1998, she attended the Bremerton High School Graduation and not to discredit the adult speakers at that event, but she found the student speakers to be outstanding. She too believes that the future leaders are very dynamic individuals. She congratulated the graduating Seniors, including her daughter. Police Chief Paul Du Fresne stated due to two retirements within the Police Department they initiated a Civil Service process to select candidates for the position of Police Sergeant. He was pleased to report there was a very good showing of individuals within the Department that competed for those positions. Two of those candidates were selected, promoted to Sergeant, and already started serving in that capacity within the Department. Since those officers had already taken their Oath Of Office as Patrol Officers, at this time they would be receiving their Commissioning as Sergeants. Captain Joe Haffield introduced Sgt. Greg Rawlins, who has served as a Bremerton Police Officer for 16 years, and Sgt. Jon Johnson, who has served as a Bremerton Police Officer for 10 years. These officers have given long and honorable service to the City and citizens of Bremerton. In the short period of 3-4 months they have served in their supervisory role they have excelled. They have been involved in critical incidents that were handled well and have the full confidence of the people they supervise during their shifts. Mayor Horton presented Sgt. Rawlins and Sgt. Johnson Commissioning plaques. Sgt. Rawlins acknowledged his wife and children in the audience and thanked his wife for the support she has given him over the past 16 years as a Police Officers wife. Sqt. Johnson echoed those sentiments in appreciation of his wife. Police Chief Du Fresne stated the backbone of the Police Department is the first-line Supervisors and the support they give to the Patrol Officers. The two new Sergeants exemplify the quality of individuals that serve in the Bremerton Police Department. He also extended a special "thank you" to the families of those officers. Captain Joe Haffield introduced the newest Bremerton Police Officer Karen Pierson, who previously served with the Tacoma Police Department, and is TAPE #1549 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 17, 1998 Page 3 of 4 currently in the City's Field Training Program. He complimented Officer Pierson for the good job she is doing under the training program. Municipal Court Judae James Docter administered the Oath Of Office to Officer Karen Pierson. Mayor Horton related that at the AWC Conference she attended a seminar on Community Policing and Public Safety and was pleased that the City's Police Officers were already working within neighborhoods through Block Watch programs and neighborhood meetings where they shared ideas and concerns relating to public safety. She congratulated the new Sergeants and welcomed Officer Pierson. President Farr extended Council's congratulations as well. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Paul Drnievic, Citizens For Safe Water, announced today Citizens For Safe Water submitted Initiative petitions with 3,135 signatures in opposition to fiuoridation of Bremerton water. They expect the signatures on the initiative petitions will be validated and placed on the September Ballot. Anyone wishing to contact Citizens For Safe Water can call 377-7206. Ruth Natividad, Citizens For Safe Water, stated the drive to collect signatures on the petition in opposition to fluoridation was completed ahead of schedule. Their group will be working in this endeavor up to election time, and welcomed public involvement. Leaislative Report on auestions raised at previous Council meetings: June 3, 1998 Susan Brown questioned whether or not Mayor Hotton could legally appoint a committee/commission to review the city's ethic code or if it required the City Council to formally act, by ordinance, to establish that group. Administrative Response: the City Attorney has deemed the legality of the Mayor setting up advisory committees/commissions appropriate. The Mayor would present recommendations resulting from actions taken by the advisory committee/commission to the City Council for any formal actions if deemed appropriate. June 10, 1998 Alan Frickie requested that his neighborhood receive increased emphasis patrols by the Police Department as a result of illegal activities taking place in that area. Administrative Response: Following the City Council meeting, Police Chief Paul Du Fresne directed Police Patrols in Mr. Fricki's neighborhood to keep a close watch over that area. In addition, the Bremerton Police Officer who resides in that same area will also be on watch for any illegal activities. TAPE #1549 City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes June 17, 1998 Page 4 of 4 With no further business meeting adjourned at 5:55 P.M. City of Bremerton PJ/DF/me C: Normal Distribution File/Vault