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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/05/2006 DIGITAL RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 3 2006 Wednesday, April 5,2006 The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order in the City Council Chambers, of the NORM DICKS GOVERNMENT CENTER 345 6th Street, Bremerton, Washington, Wednesday, April 5, 2006, at 5:30 PM, with Council President Cecil McConnell presiding. Council members present were Nick Wofford, Carol Arends, Dianne Robinson, Mike Shepherd, Adam Brockus, and Brad Gehring. Council Members Wendy Priest and Will Maupin were absent. Also present were Assistant City Attorney Ken Bagwell, City Clerk Paula Johnston, and Council Assistant Christine Grenier. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Brad Gehrina followed by the invocation provided by of Pastor Dennis Payne of Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church. President McConnell . Announced that a Pre-Council Session and a 10-Minute Executive Session to "Review Labor Negotiations"per RCW 42.30.140 (4) (b) were held in Council Conference Room 603 from 5:00 to 5:30 PM; and . Announced that Item 7 A under GENERAL BUSINESS has been pulled from the agenda. MAYOR'S REPORT Cynthia Enaelaau of the Parks Department read a proclamation on behalf of the Mayor declaring Apri/12, 2006 as "Arbor Day". She also announced that there will be an Arbor Day Celebration held on Wednesday, April 12 beginning at 10:30 AM at the Sheridan Park Community Center. PUBLIC RECOGNITION & SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS - "A Call to Citizens..." There were no comments or announcements tonight. CONSENT AGENDA A. Check Numbers 307342 through 307621; and EFT-8912 through EFT-8913; EFT-8915 through EFT-8918; EFT-8920 through EFT-8929; 8914P;8917C; and 8919P in the amount of $632,406.62 (#AB06-067) B. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Grant Solutions for GRANT WRITING SERVICES (#AB06-068) There were no other comments from the public. 5:36:08 M/S/C/U (Brockus/Arends) Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 6A - ORDINANCE NO. 4967, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING TERMINATION OF THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH NORTHWEST CORPORATE CAMPUS, LLC (#AB06-069l: Roaer Lubovich, City Attorney, summarized that the City entered into a Development Agreement with NORTHWEST CORPORATE CAMPUS, LLC. L 160-1 Kitsap, LLC has purchased the property subject to the Development Agreement and desires to develop the property with residential units consistent with the current zoning of the property. L 160-1 Kitsap, LLC, as successor in interest to the Development Agreement, is requesting termination of the Development Agreement in order to develop the property consistent with its current zoning. There were no comments from the public. Mr. Shepherd offered his support in ending this agreement since he believed it was not the right fit for the project. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, April 5, 2006 Page 2 of 4 Mr. Gehring asked what kind of development could be expected in that area, assuming infrastructure would be in place. Mr. Hugo responded that there is development potential up to 1500 dwelling ullits. He added that the City would not necessarily be the service provider in that development, but would assist the developer in finding a solution. 5:40:37 M/S/C/U (Arends/Robinson) Move to pass Ordinance No. 4967, approving and authorizing termination of the Development Agreement between the City of Bremerton and Northwest Corporate Campus, LLC. 6B - RESOLUTION NO. 2991 TO CONTINUE THE MORATORIUM ENACTED NOVEMBER 30, 2005; AND CONTINUED BY RESOLUTION NO. 2987, ON DEVELOPMENT OVER 40-FEET HIGH IN THE HIGHLAND/PLEASANT AVENUES DISTRICT (#AB06-070): Chris Hugo, Community Development Director, explained that on November 30, 2005, the Council approved a 60-day moratorium on development over 40-feet in the Highland/Pleasant Avenue District between 6th and 11th Streets until design guidelines could be developed. On February 1, 2006, City Council adopted Resolution No. 2987 continuing the moratorium until April 13, 2006. Staff is requesting an additional continuation of the moratorium, until June 12, 2006, to allow City Council's consideration and adoption of design standards which are expected to be presented on April 19, 2006. Virginia Starr asked if there will be a vote by residents on the height issue. Mr. McConnell responded that reside.nts do not vote on this issue. Mr. Hugo added that the design standards for the Highland/Pleasant area will be coming forward to Council and will allow an ppportunity for citizen comment prior to passage. Mr. Brockus asked when the moratorium would end. Mr. Bagwell answered on June 1ih. Mr. Hugo clarified that the moratorium would expire when the guidelines are adopted. 5:46:42 M/S/C (ArendslWofford) Move to pass Resolution No. 2991 continuing the moratorium enacted on November 30, 2005, and continued by Resolution No. 2987 on permits for development over 40-feet in the area designated 60-feet on Figure 20.74 (a) of the Bremerton Municipal Code until June 12, 2006. Voted in favor Motion: Shepherd, Robinson, Arends, Wofford, Gehring Voted opposed to Motion: Brockus, McConnell Motion carried: 5-Yes; 2-No 6C - RESOLUTION NO. 2993 REGARDING THE CHANGE-IN-USE AND FUTURE SALE OF CITY PARKS PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1109 WARREN AVENUE; AND DEMOLITION OF CURRENT STRUCTURE (#AB06-071 ): Phil Williams, Public Works & Utilities Director, stated that the Parks Department staff have determined that the property located at 1109 Warren Avenue, known as the Warren Tennis Courts and Community Center (or Girl Scout/Camp Fire property) is underutilized due to its location at a very busy intersection and its lack of parking facilities. Public Works & Utilities has determined that right-of-way improvements at the intersection of Warren Avenue and 11th Street are important for citizen safety and that these improvements will necessitate demolition of the community center. The City wants to include extensive landscaping in the form of a streetscape with the right-of- way improvements and wishes to sell the remainder of the property and reinvest the funds into other park facilities. Prior to significant change in use or sale of this park property, BMC 13.12.030 requires (1) that the Parks Board submit an advisory report; (2) The City Council hold two public hearings; and (3) the City Council, by unanimous vote of the full Council membership, declare the property surplus and no longer suitable for use as a park, playfield, open space or recreational activity by the Bremerton community. The Parks & Recreation Commission has submitted its advisory report and City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, April 5, 2006 Page 3 of 4 public hearings are scheduled for March 29, 2006 and April 5, 2006. He added that a lease with the parties regarding use of building is currently being developed and that agreement may allow the building to remain in use for a few years and cause a delay in demolition. There were no comments from the public. . . Kathy Thayer of Girl Scouts requested clarification in language within the resolution, and emphasized that the group has improved the building at a cost of $25,000 over the last 5 years. Mr. Baawell clarified that if Council took action on the lease prior to taking action on the resolution at the Council Meeting on April 19th, then the resolution language would be changed to reflect the lease agreement. Karen Aoyama of Campfire asked Council to continue their support of the organizations' use of the building, and would like to partner with the City to come to a compromise that would benefit the City for continued youth programs and improved street safety. She also thanked Mr. Williams and Mr. Bagwell for the information they provided prior to the hearing. Jean Markovich and Carolyn Miselin of Girl Scouts both urged the Council to not demolish the building. Donald Smithhisler suggested that the building be moved to another location instead of demolished, and believed that if the City were interested in going that route, staff may contact Nickel Brothers at (206) 933-9699. Ron Van Hollebeke of Kiwanis suggested that the building be moved back to where the tennis courts are currently located. Helen Miller believed that the property was to be used for youth programs and asked if there was evidence to support that assumption by her and other residents. Mr. Bagwell responded that after reviewing records, no evidence was found that there was any requirement for using the property to further youth programs. Mary Fischer asked Council to find a solution to help the community's children who benefit from use of the building. Steven Jones of Campfire provided a long list of activities that Campfire offers youth, and emphasized that there are many volunteers who help coordinate those programs. Linda Surette is personally involved with Girl Scout Brownie Scout programs, asked Council to support continued use of the building, and thanked Council for hearing their comments. Ann Kim asked Council to consider this a "home" and not just a "building", and to do everything they can to provide this home to all of the children who are involved in the various programs. No action was taken by the Council at this time. .. A second Public Hearing is scheduled on April 19, 2006. 7A PROfESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PAR.\METRIX, INC. fOR PORT \.'W\SHINGTON NARROWS BEACH SEWER, BOARDWALK, AND EVERGREEN PARK EXPANSION PROJECT (#AB06 072): Item was pulled from the agenda... City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, April 5, 2006 Page 4 of 4 COUNCil MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Wofford reminded the public that April is "Volunteer Month" and encouraged people to volunteer for Scouting organizations, shoreline clean-ups, and Habitat for Humanity projects. Mrs. Arends encouraged people to check out Builders Bargains, a new store offered by Habitat for Humanity, and stated that all sales benefit their projects. Ms. Robinson reported on the various committee meetings she has attended, which included Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council Policy Board, Health Board, One Church One Family, and Parks & Recreation Commission. She also offered her support to the Girl Scouts and Campfire programs. Mr. Shepherd discussed the One Church One Family program, and hoped that the group will also address homelessness in Bremerton; and announced that there will be a Greater Peninsula Conservancy tree planting project at Blake Island on April 15 and 16, a Kitsap County Earth Day program on April 22, and a Boy and Girl Scout Tree Planting Project on April 29 along Warren Avenue. Mr. Brockus offered his support for moving the Girl Scout building; encouraged people to contact Parks & Recreation to find out more about spring programs; announced that the next District 3 Meeting will be held on April 25 starting at 7:00 PM at the Manette Senior Center located at East 13th & Nipsic; and announced that TeenFest will be held on April 29 at the Kitsap Mall. Mr. Gehrina has found Builders Bargains very helpful on his own home building project; announced that the Spring Clean-Up will be held on Monday, April 17 through Saturday, April 22 at the Public Works & Utilities Operations Center located at 100 Oyster Bay Avenue. People may contact (360) 473-5920 for more information. Mr. McConnell thanked Cynthia Engelgau for offering trees to the Council and suggested that any Council Members who did not have a place to plant the trees, could donate them to upcoming Kitsap Trees planting projects. With no further business, President McConnell adjourned the regular business meeting of the City Council at 6:23 PM. ' Prepared and Submitted by: L- ~, ~. CHRISTINE GRENIER "' Council Assistant CM/PJlls/cg