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Home My WebLink About10/01/2008 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES ,mJA ME OCT 1 5 2DfJB DIGITAL RECORDING WednE?sday, October 1, 2008 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, October 1, 2008, at 5:30 PM, with Council President Will Maupin presiding. Council Members present were Nick Wofford, Carol Arends, Dianne Robinson, Mike Shepherd, Roy Runyon, Adam Brockus, Cecil McConnell, and Brad Gehring. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Carol Etgen; and Legislative Assistant Lori Smith. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Brad GehrinQ followed by the invocation provided by Pastor Dennis Payne of Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church. President Maupin announced that a Briefing Session to discuss General Council Business was held prior to the meeting. MAYOR'S REPORT - There was no Report tonight... PUBLIC RECOGNITION & ANNOUNCEMENTS Brad GehrinQ informed the public that the Municipal Court Offices is scheduled to close from Monday, October 6 to Friday, October 10 while the facility currently occupied by the Court is being re-roofed; but mail would continue to be accepted during this time. Rov Runxon invited the public to attend the 2nd Annual Oktoberfest to be held on Saturday, October 4 11 from 11 :00 AM to 6:00 PM on the Louis Mentor Boardwalk, and attendees are encouraged to bring canned food donations for the Bremerton Foodline; he mentioned several Council Committee meetings taking place next week; and welcomed two new businesses in Bremerton: Emerald Bay Yacht Sales located on the Boardwalk; and Henry's Cafe, which will be located on the first floor of the Norm Dicks Government Center. Nick Wofford also welcomed a new business to Bremerton, the Comfort Inn located on Kitsap Way; and he congratulated Amy Burnett for being selected to design the White House Christmas Tree ornament for the State of Washington. Katrina Folkerson, Marketing Director for the YMCA announced several upcoming events. Marie Vila briefed the public on the CDBG recommendation process, and encouraged citizens to view the information on the website and to provide comment during the public comment period. CONSENT AGENDA, A. Check Numbers 327275 through 327542; and EFT-8150 through EFT-8180 in the amount of $1,687,356.05; Regular Payroll in the amount of $754,700.48 for the pay period ending September 15, 2008;\ and Retiree Payroll in the amount of $78,953.51 for the pay period ending September 30, 2008 (#AB08-202) B. Minutes of Meeting September 17,2008 (#/\808 203) This item was pulled C. Minutes of Study Session - September 24, 2008 (#AB08-204) D. Reappointment of Greg Wheeler to the Planning Commission (#AB08-205) E. Bid Award to PHC CONSTRUCTION LLC for composition roof replacement at Fire Station No. 3 (#AB08-206) F. Contract Award to NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL PAINTING, INC for Interior Coating Replacement of Reservoir No. 10 South (#AB08-207) G. Contract Award to COATINGS UNLIMITED, INC for Interior Coating Replacement of Reservoir No. 21 (#AB08-208) City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, October 1,2008 Page 2 of 3 H. Professional Services Agreement with HELIX DESIGN GROUP for Architectural & Engineering Design of Public Works & Utilities Oyster Bay Complex building addition (#AB08-209) I. WSDOT Construction Support Agreement for SR304 TIP Navy Yard Highway Phase (#AB08- 21-) J. Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement with Nancy J. Naylor for the purchase of Tax Parcel No. 222401-4-099-2005 as part of the SR 304 TIP Navy Yard Highway Phase project (#AB08-211 ) K. General Maintenance Agreement with WSDOT for the Bremerton Ferry Tunnel Project (#AB08-212) L. Amendment No.1 to Professional Services Agreement for Legal Representation for Indigent Persons and corresponding budget adjustment (#AB08-213) 05:42:53 M/S/C/U (Runyon/Brockus) Move to approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented. GENERAL BUSINESS 6A - CITY PARTICIPATING AGREEMENT FOR WORK PERFORMED BY WSDOT FOR THE BREMERTON FERRY TUNNEL PROJECT (#AB08-213): Phil Williams, Public Works & Utilities Director, provided further details in a PowerPoint@ presentation to explain that the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is constructing the Bremerton Ferry Tunnel Project which will include work benefiting the City. The work includes tunnel form liners, brick pavers, and irrigation for hanging baskets. The agreement identifies the work to be performed by WSDOT and reimbursed by the City. Mark Satherwaite asked questions about a proposed security path that is supposed to be built around the tunnel? Mr. Williams said that if Mr. Satherwaite could leave his contact information, he would be happy to obtain some additional information and even provide a picture of the design. Mr. McConnell asked how much extra excavation was necessary due to the proposed irrigation system; and how long will the street be impassable. Mr. Williams responded that there would be very little excavation required; impact to traffic would be minimal; and added that the items tonight would not be an impact to traffic. Mr. Runyon clarified that the funds would come from a Contingency Reserve Fund. Mr. Wofford asked if only the flower baskets would be watered with the new irrigation system. Lynn Price, Project Manager, said all the plants would benefit from the new irrigation system. Mr. Shepherd suggested that WSDOT use current available space here instead of their current plans to build a new building on Bainbridge Island. Mr. Maupin thought it was a positive thing to have discussions like this because when the City is involved in such a big project, it is important that it is done right. 06:05:09 M/S/C/U (Arends/Brockus) Move to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the City Participating Agreement for certain work performed by the Washington State Department of Transportation for the City on the Bremerton Ferry Tunnel Project with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Brad Gehrin~ welcomed two recent grand openings, the Golden Dragon Restaurant now located in Sheridan Village; and Pacific Northwest Costume now located near the NE corner of Riddell & Wheaton Way. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, October 1,2008 Page 3 of 3 Roy Runyon mentioned that he has been busy organizing the upcoming Oktoberfest, and thanked the numerous businesses and sponsors that helped make the event possible. Mike Shepherd reported on the successful Safety & Health Fair held on the Boardwalk last week. Carol Arends reminded the public about the First Friday Art Walk activities to be held this week in downtown, the Charleston district, and the Manette area. Will Maupin reported on his attendance at the Change of Command Ceremony for Capt. Brad Johanson of the USS JOHN C. STENNIS, stating that it was a great event, and that he hates to see Capt. Johanson leave the community. He also mentioned his involvement with the School Siting Committee for a Bremerton Middle School, and that the next meeting would be held Monday, October 27 here in the Norm Dicks Government Center and members of the public are welcome to attend. With no further business, President Maupin adjourned the Council Meeting at 6: 12 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: ~ Legislative Assistant Attest: ~~~~J CAROL G N, City lerk WM:CE:ls:cg