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Wednesday, November 5, 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, November 5, 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
Assistant City Attorney Ken Bagwell; 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 Council Member Mike Shepherd.
President Maupin announced that a Briefing Session to discuss General Council Business and a
15-Minute Executive Session to discuss "Potential Litigation" per RCW 42.30.110(1 )(i) were held
prior to the meeting.
MAYOR'S REPORT - There was no Mayor's Report tonight...
PUBLIC RECOGNITION & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Carol Atkinson read several positive citizen comments regarding the 2008 Blackberry Festival;
and presented a plaque to the City of Bremerton to thank the Mayor and the Council for their
support of the festival, which was accepted by President Maupin on behalf of the City.
Adam Brockus announced that Manette Fest will be held this year on Friday, December 5.
Dianne Robinson on behalf of the Black Historical Society of Kitsap County, invited the public to a
celebration entitled "Remembering Our History; Protecting Our Future" at the Black History
Museum located at 1204 Park Avenue in honor of all local active-duty, retired and deceased
veterans. Visitors can drop in anytime between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, November 8.
Wendy Priest announced a fundraising event would be held on Thursday, November 20 to benefit
the Kitsap Regional Library Foundation. Stephanie Meyer, author of the "Twilight" series of books
will be available to sign copies of her books prior to a midnight showing of the movie 'Twilight" at
the Olympic Cinemas and the Bainbridge Cinemas; and tickets are $25 (includes popcorn & pop).
Monica Bernard, Foodline Director, reported that 1,512 families were fed last month and over
3,500 families were provided food so far this year. She added that people seeking assistance has
increased 20% from last year and that given the current economic times, the demographic of
peop:le served by Foodline is changing.
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Katrina Folkerson, YMCA Marketing Director, reported on the upcoming events at the YMCA
whic~ included "Splash & Jam" on November 15 from 6:00 to 9:30 PM and the "Maintain
Campaign" beginning on November 17, which is a program that will help encourage people to
maintain their weight during the holidays.
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Javnie Forsyth urged the City to continue their support of the neighborhood match-and-grant
program; spoke of a recent project involving more than 30 neighbors who worked to plant trees on
several planting strips in the City; and looked forward to future partnerships with the City.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Check Numbers 327915 through 328275; and EFT-8220 through EFT-8270 in the amount of
$2,344,091.17; Regular Payroll in the amount of $749,305.07 for the pay period ending
October 15, 2008; and Retiree Payroll in the amount of $79,053.51 for the pay period ending
October 31,2008 (#AB08-226)
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B. Minutes of Meeting - October 15,2008 (#AB08-227)
C. Minutes of Study Session - October 22,2008 (#AB08-228)
D. Minutes of Study Session - October 29,2008 (#AB08-229)
E. Approval of Addendum to Kitsap County/City of Bremerton Agreement for Incarceration of City
Prisoners (#AB08-230)
F. Professional Services Agreement with the Bremerton School District for a full-time School
Resource Officer (#AB08-231)
G. Agreement with KITSAP BANK for Makayla Avenue Improvements (#AB08-232)
H. Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with CH2M HILL for Waste Water
Treatment Plant Upgrade (#AB08-233)
I. Renewal of Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Aquatic Leases (#AB08-234)
J. Ordinance No. 5064 amending BMC Section 7.08.010 relating to Animal Licensing (#AB08-
235)
K. Resolution No. 3071 approving E3stp3rk Ph3s8 I Fin31 Pl3t /\pprov31 (#/\B08 236) Item pulled
L. Purchase of one Toyota Yaris as a pool vehicle at the Public Works & Utilities Oyster Bay
Facility (#AB08-237)
M. Resolution No. 3072 approving the Manette Bridge Right-of-Way Acquisition Agreement & City
acceptance of property and Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Lease (#AB08-238)
N. Appointment of Debra J. Kilgore-Hilton to the Bremerton Housing Authority Board of
Commissioners (#AB08-240)
05:49:45 M/S/C/U (Runyon/Wofford) Move to approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented.
Mr. Runyon encouraged residents to take advantage of the waiver that will be provided for the
City's $10 late fee from now until the end of the year for all City-residents who license their pets.
GENERAL BUSINESS - There were no General Business Items tonight...
PUBLIC HEARING
6A - RESOLUTION NO. 3073 APPROVING THE 2009 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS (#AB08-239): Marie Vila and Phedra Eliot of
the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program explained that on May 7,2008, City
Council approved the 2009 CDBG/HOME Policy Plan outlining the CDBG and HOME funding
allocation process. Based on that policy, the program's Citizens Advisory Committees have
developed funding recommendations for Council consideration and approval. If approved, these
submissions will be sent to the Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) in the 2009
Annual Action Plan. A PowerPoint@ presentation was made to provide details of the program.
Members of the Public Services Committee and Capital/Economic Development Committee were
thanked.
President Maupin opened the Public Hearing for comments from the public. . .
Ruth Van Holford, Kitsap County Community Development Corporation (KCCDC), thanked the
CDBG Advisory Committee members for their efforts, and for selecting tHe KCCDC program for
funding this year after several years of denied requests. Mike Walton, Executive Director of
Public Facilities District and Chairman of the KCCDC Board of Directors, expressed appreciation
to the committee members and hoped that KCCDC would meet the expectations of those entities
providing funds.
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Larry Eyer, Executive Director for Kitsap Community Resources, expressed appreciation for the
many hours spent by Committee Members to review applications even though KCR did not receive
the full amount of funding requested.
Stacy DeRay, Director for the Boys & Girls Club, thanked the City for the opportunity to apply for
funding for a new 8,000 sq. ft. H.G.P.E. Teen Center for after-school and summer programs.
Stuart Walton, Washington CASH Program, which provides loan assistance for low-income
persons, estimated the economic impact CASH had on Bremerton in 2008 was about $750,000.
Julie Pounds, Executive Director for Bremerton Services Association (Chuck Wagon Senior
Nutrition Program), was happy that their program was recommended for funding and therefore
encouraged the Council to approve the recommendations tonight.
Sister Pat Millen, Catholic Community Services, expressed her concern about the potential
impact to the Benedict House because they did not receive the full funding request. She asked
the City to really look at the impact to their program which provides emergency housing for low-
Income men.
Alan Peterson, Executive Director of Communitas, thanked the committee members for their
support and for their funding recommendations.
Linda Joyce, Executive Director of the YWCA, ALIVE Shelter Program, thanked the committee
members for their commitment and compassion for this process and asked for the funding request
to be approved.
Roxanne Bryson, Executive Director of Holly Ridge Center, encouraged Council to adopt the
recommendations and emphasized that funding would be used to help autistic children.
Denise Oliqay, Max Hale Center, was disappointed to find that their request for funding was
denied again, and has never been approved even though they have applied for 13 straight years.
Denise Aqie, Coordinator for Saint Vincent DePaul, thanked the Mayor who toured their facility,
thanked the Committee members, and said the money will pay for more beds to help more people.
Dave Foote, Director for United Way, stated that while their program did not receive money, he
appreciated the committee's critical decisions with the limited resources available.
Glen Godfrey, Executive Director of the YMCA, was upset that their program was not approved
for funding because taking care of children while their parents worked was not considered a "basic
need"; he encouraged the committee to look at the track record of the programs.
Joann Galler, Kitsap Sexual Assault Center, Child Abuse Intervention Program which provides
advocates to victims, encouraged the Council's support.
Joe Rosac, Executive Director of Kitsap Mental Services, thanked the City's CDBG staff
members, extended thanks and appreciation for the Committee Members, and emphasized that
funds will be used for "Keller House".
Monica Bernard, Bremerton Foodline, also thanked the board, especially after hearing all the
comments tonight; and believed that spending money on food and emergency housing for the
homeless is money well spent.
With no further comments, President Maupin closed the Public Hearing. . .
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06:58:25 Main Motion was made and seconded as discussion by the Council was opened...
Ms. Robinson discussed the thorough and lengthy process that the Advisory Committee went
through to arrive at the recommendations, and stated that all organizational needs were seriously
considered.
Mr. Shepherd asked if the City could request additional funding from HUD, and discussed the
number of community issues that are a direct cause of decreased funding for these programs.
Mrs. Arends urged the Council to support the Committee recommendations.
Mr. GehrinQ understands these were tough choices but pointed out that sidewalks are important
too.
Mr. Runyon thanked the Committee members for their work, and also the organizations for
providing the much needed services to the community.
Mr. Brockus invited Wyn Birkenthal to speak about the Summer Playground Program that was
not recommended for funding.
Ms. Arends asked if individuals could make a private donation to make up the $12,000 shortfall.
Mr. Birkenthal stated yes, and if a citizen wanted to donate funds or their time to please call (360)
473-5722. Mr. Brockus encouraged support of the idea raised by Mrs. Arends. Mr. Maupin also
agreed, and expressed his appreciation and respect for the recommendations made
07:16:30 M/S/C/U (Robinson/Arends) Move to pass Resolution No. 3073 approving the 2009
funding recommendations; and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the contracts with
substantially the same terms and conditions as presented once all funding has been secured and
HUD has approved the Annual Action Plan.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Brad GehrinQ congratulated all the candidates who won their election and also those who took the
time to run for an office now that he understands how much work is involved in conducting a
campaign; encouraged drivers to be extra careful now because of fallen leaves that make the
roads slick and also the danger caused by leaves clogging storm drains; lastly, he reminded
citizens to thank a veteran for their service on Veterans Day.
Adam Brockus mentioned that new dates will soon be provided for continuing discussion on the
Manette Sub-Area Plan.
Roy Runyon expressed a recent experience he had with a clogged drain and agreed with the
suggestion to citizens for cleaning a clogged drain; he also thanked citizens for voting; reminded
citizens about the amnesty period for the $10 animal license fee; discussed the importance of the
Neighborhood Enhancement Program; and attended the Habitat for Humanity HOPE event on
Saturday.
Mike Shepherd congratulated the residents for the 10th Street enhancement project and offered
additional stories about planting trees.
Carol Arends mentioned First Friday Art Walk activities that were taking place this week in
downtown Bremerton, Manette, and in the Charleston area.
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Nick Wofford thanked all the citizens who participated and volunteered during the elections;
suggested that whenever possible to clear storm drains before the rains come; and mentioned that
a discount is provided for animal licensing fee if your dog or cat is spayed or neutered.
Will Maupin emphasized that we are in real challenging times, but we can pull out of it if we all
come together.
With no further business, President Maupin adjourned the Council Meeting at 7:30 PM.
L RI SMITH
Legislative Assistant
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