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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 6, 1999
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,
January 6, 1999, at 5:30 P.M., with Council President David Farr presiding. Council
members present were Jim Reed, Carlos Montgomery, Carol Arends, Mike Shepherd,
Lon Overson, John Law, Cecil McConnell, and Wayne Olsen. 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 Cleveland Williams of the Ebenezer A.M.E. Church.
ELECTION OF CITY COUNCIL OFFICERS
President Farr opened nominations for City Council President/Mayor Pro Tempore:
Mr. Reed nominated Mike Shepherd.
Mr. Overson nominated Cecil McConnell.
President Farr closed the nominations.
VOTE: Mike. Shepherd - 5 Votes (Farr, Shepherd, Reed, Montgomery, Arends)
VOTE: Cecil McConnell - 4 Votes (Olsen, McConnell, Law, Overson)
Mike Shepherd was elected City Council President/Mayor Pro Tempore.
The meeting was turned over to new Council President Mike Shepherd.
President Shepherd opened nominations for City Council Vice-President:
Mr. Farr nominated Carol Arends.
Mr. Law nominated Wayne OIsen. Mr. Olsen declined.
President Shepherd closed the nominations.
VOTE: Carol Arends - 9 Votes (Unanimous)
Carol Arends was elected City Council Vice-President.
President Shepherd made the following announcements:
(1) City Council held a Study Session prior to the Council meeting to discuss general
Council business.
(2) City Council will hold a Study Session to discuss "Proposed Amendments to
Bremerton Title 21 Land Use" immediately following the City Council meeting.
(3) City Council will hold a Study Session to discuss "Bremerton Code of Ethics" on
Wednesday, January 13, 1999, immediately following the City Council meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Meeting - December 9, 1998 #AB99-001
B. Minutes of Meeting - December 16, 1998 #AB99-002
#0001 M/S/C/U (McConnell/Montgomery) Motion to approve Consent Agenda as
presented.
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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.
#0030 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/Farr) On January 6, 1999, the Council does approve for
payment those vouchers included and further described as follows: Regular Payroll for
the period ending December 31, 1998 in the amount of $951,381.87.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. McConnell thanked Mr. Farr for serving two years as Council President, and
congratulated newly elected President Shepherd and Vice-President Arends.
Mr. Law also congratulated the newly elected President and Vice-President. He also
announced the next District 3 meeting to be held Tuesday, January 19, 1999, 7:00 P.M.,
at the Senior Center located at 13th & Nipsic Avenue. Citizens will have an opportunity
to meet Acting Police Chief Rob Forbes; hear a brief presentation on the concept for the
Manette Study; followed by an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns with their
Councilman.
Mr. Overson was happy to announce that Richard Hayes, Director of Kitsap Transit,
was available at the Council meeting tonight to address one of the biggest concerns
downtown right now -- the development of the Bremerton Transportation Center.
Mr. Farr congratulated newly elected President Mike Shepherd and Vice President
Carol Arends. He also thanked Carlos Montgomery for his service the past year as Vice
President.
Mrs. Arends congratulated President Mike Shepherd, and thanked the Council for their
support. She urged drivers to turn on their headlights now that the shorter, dark winter
days are here.
Mr. Montgomery congratulated all those nominated and elected.
Mr. Reed congratulated newly elected President Shepherd and stated it was a pleasure
serving under Past President Farr.
President Shepherd announced the next District 5 meeting to be held Thursday,
January 21, 1999 at 6:30 P.M. at the Memorial Lutheran Church located at 10th &
Veneta, Municipal Court Judge James N. Docter will be available to discuss Probation
and the new Home Detention Program. He announced that this Friday is the 50th
anniversary of the Kitsap Historical Society, and new exhibits will be available. He
discussed his recent trip to Medford, Oregon, and noted that the City is dealing with
some of the same issues as Bremerton.
MAYORS REPORT
Mayor Horton urged the public to take steps to promote fire safety in their homes in
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light of recent house fires in the City and County, such as making sure there is working
fire and smoke detectors in the home.
For an entertaining evening, she urged the public to support the Bremerton High School
basketball teams, both men and women.
Mayor Horton read the following Proclamation:
Monday, January 18, 1999 as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Reverend Cleveland
Williams of Ebenezer African Methodist Ebenezer Church received the Proclamation.
Rev. Willjams accepted the Proclamation, and thanked the Mayor. He invited the
public to the Annual Celebration Program in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day to be held Monday, January 18, 1999, at 11:00 A.M. at the Kitsap Pavilion.
Mr. Olsen left the meeting at 6:10 P.M.
Richard Hayes, Executive Director with Kitsap Transit, gave a presentation on
"Pedestrian Improvements", including signage, at the ferry dock and new Transportation
Center. He stated that this would be a constant improvement process. He also
provided an example of a new sign being used to provide information regarding buses,
taxis, auto-pickup, and handicap accessibility. Mrs. Arends asked if this information
could be coordinated with the taxi companies. She stated that a problem exists for
people new to the area, and not aware of all this information. Mr. Farr asked if a
temporary covered shelter could be provided in the interim, while the permanent shelter
is being built. Mr. Law asked for an update on handicap accessibility.
Louis Soriano thanked Mr. Hayes for the presentation, but did not believe that enough
has been done. He still had concerns about the unique and difficult problems that face
the elderly and disabled. Sue Brown asked for further clarification regarding
wheelchair access. Mr. Hayes stated that a 1-800 number would soon be available, as
well as purchase of an airport-style accessible cart.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
Reverend Williams showed an example of a poster advertising the Annual Celebration
Program for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. He also thanked all the volunteers who
assisted in serving approximately 170 people Christmas dinner, and helping to pass out
a new toy for each child in attendance. He also invited the Council members to
participate in the MLK Choir.
Roy Mclnnis gave an example of an incident defused in Tacoma recently between a
police officer and a citizen in the process of being arrested. Insights on efforts being
made in Tacoma, such as a minister on-call each night to help defuse various incidents.
He felt it was important to have the local ministers involved in more community
activities. Mr. Law provided information on a "duty chaplain" currently available and
used by the City of Bremerton.
Gordy Byrd warned the public about a bogus service where a phone call is made
offering to haul off "hazardous" material for a fee.
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9A - APPOINTMENT OF SUSAN L. BELL TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION. #AB99-003
There is a vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission. It is recommended
Susan L. Bell be appointed to fill the vacancy.
Mayor Horton gave a brief description of the experience and interests of Ms. Bell.
Public comment - none.
#2455 M/S/C/U (Arends/Montgomery) Motion to confirm the appointment of Susan L.
Bell to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Susan Bell thanked the Council for their support.
10A -RESOLUTION NO. 2686 REQUESTING ASSIGNMENT OF SUPER FERRY
KALEETEN TO SERVICE IN BREMERTON, #AB99-004
Request assignment of Super Ferry Kaleeten to service in Bremerton.
Mr. Byrd asked how quickly the service would start. President Shepherd stated that
the next step in this process is to send the Resolution to the State for consideration.
Jack Arends stated this was an excellent ferry, and offered his services in writing a
letter of support.
#2740 M/S/C/U (Montgomery/Reed) Motion to approve Resolution No. 2686.
With no further business, meeting adjourned at 7:00 P.M.
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