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Home My WebLink About07/01/2009 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, July 1, 2009 " .CI9I:l :.~ JlJl 1 5 2009 DIGITAL RECORDING The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, Jul~ 1, 2009, at 5:00 PM in Council Conference Room 603 of the NORM DICKS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 345 6' Street, Bremerton, Washington, with Council President Cecil McConnell presiding. Council Members present were Nick Wofford, Will Maupin, Carol Arends, Dianne Robinson, Mike Shepherd, Roy Runyon, Adam Brockus, and Brad Gehring. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich, City Clerk Carol Etgen, and Council Assistant Christine Grenier. A COUNCIL BRIEFING was held to discuss General Council Business; and at 5:30 PM the meeting moved to the First Floor Meeting Chambers. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Brad GehrinQ followed by the invocation provided by Pastor Larry Robertson of Emmanuel Apostolic Church. MAYOR'S REPORT - There was no Mayor's Report tonight... PUBLIC RECOGNITION & ANNOUNCEMENTS Dianne Robinson announced that the hotdog vendor downtown will be offering free hotdogs tomorrow in recognition of his birthday tomorrow! Roy Runyon announced that Olympic College would be offering an Environmental Studies Certificate/Associate in Technical Arts Degree, and to contact Pat Lyons, Professor & Technical Programs Advisor at (360) 475-7533 for more information; encouraged first time home buyers to apply to the Mutual Self-Help Housing Program which offers affordable loans and down payment assistance. For more information, contact the Kitsap County Consolidated Housing Authority at (360) 535-6139 or visit www.kccha.orq; also announced that there will be live music beginning July 8, and running each Wednesday until September 23 from 11 :30 AM to 1 :30 PM at the Norm Dicks Government Center in the Olympic Promenade; and invited the public to attend the Chamber of Commerce sponsored "Eggs & Issues" Mayoral Candidate Forum to be held next Tuesday, July 7 beginning at 7:30 AM at the Cloverleaf Bar & Grill at 1240 Hollis Street. Brad GehrinQ invited the public to attend the First Friday Artwalk on July 3 beginning after 4:30 PM in downtown Bremerton. Katrina Folkerson, Member Services Director of the Kitsap Family YMCA, announced that the Co-Ed Grade School Soccer Program begins on July 13 with practices to be held on Mondays and Wednesdays; Teen Late Night will continue to be held every Friday; the Splash and Jam program is ongoing; and the YMCA will be closed on July 4'h. Jeff Elevado, with Parks & Recreation, announced that the Carnival in the Park program will be held from 12:30 to 2:30 PM on July 10 at Haddon Park, on July 17 at Manette Playfield, on July 24 at Armin Jahr Elementary School, on July 31 at Matan Park, and on August 7 at Evergreen Park; the Summer Playground Program will be held Monday through Friday from June 29 to August 7 from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM and includes a free lunch at 11 :30 AM at the same locations as the Carnival in the Park program; the Summer Concert in the Parks Series will be held on Tuesdays - July 28, August 4, and August 11 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and in conjunction with the Farmers Market, there will be a Concert and End of the Summer Beach Party on Thursday, August 27. Please contact Parks & Recreation at (360) 473-5425 for more information on any of these events. Tracey Williams invited residents to the Independence Day "Rock Out" Concert & Block Party on Saturday, July 4 from 12:00 to 8:00 PM to benefit Matan Park. For more information, please contact Tracey at (360) 377-3763 or (360) 340-7558. Jason Halsey announced that the Annual Kitsap Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, July 5 at Evergreen Park. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 1, 2009 Page 2 of 5 CONSENT AGENDA A. Check Numbers 332363 through 332611; and EFT-8870 through EFT-8913 in the amount of $2,158,780.10; Regular Payroll in the amount of $737,765.27 for the pay period ending June 15, 2009; and Retiree Payroll in the amount of $81,533.75 for the pay period ending June 30,2009. B. Minutes of Meeting - June 17, 2009 C. Minutes of Study Session - June 24,2009 D. Authorization of Car and Expense Allowance for Mayor Pro Tempore E. Contract Award to SOUND EXCAVATION, INC. for Construction of Lafayette 8-lnch Water Main Extension F. Contract Award to SOUND EXCAVATION, INC. for Construction of 2008 Water Main Improvements at Union Avenue and Hilltop Lane G. Resolution No. 3092 approving and authorizing a Sole Source Contract for purchase of individual E- one Grinder Pump Stations for the "Gorst Sewerage Project" H. Purchase of Easement from Raymond Gardner, Greg Hunt, and Joan Hunt for Pump Station SB-4 and associated Sewer Mains as part of the "Gorst Sewerage Project" I. Resolution No. 3094 approving and authorizing a Sole Source Contract to Pipe Experts, LLC for rehabilitation of the downtown Pacific Avenue sewer lines using Trenchless Cured in Place (CIPP) and "Inner Seal Technology" There were no questions or comments from the public. . . 05:43:50 M/S/C (Runyon/Robinson) Move to approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented. Voted for motion: Gehring, Brockus, Runyon, Shepherd, Robinson, Arends, Maupin, Wofford Abstained: McConnell Motion carried: 8-Yes; 1-Abstention GENERAL BUSINESS 6A - REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT WITH EARNEST MONEY PROVISION BETWEEN THE CITY OF BREMERTON AND EMMANUEL APOSTOLIC CHURCH FOR THE SALE OF PROPERTY AT 807 8TH STREET (8TH STREET & PARK AVENUE): Gary Sexton, Economic Development Projects Administrator, emphasized that staff is recommending that the City sell the property at 807 8th Street (8th Street & Park Avenue) to Emmanuel Apostolic Church for the total purchase price of $400,000.00 including earnest money, payable on closing. Pastor Robertson believed that this purchase is an opportunity that will allow Emmanuel Apostolic Church to build a facility that will ultimately benefit the community. He added that the church has been part of the neighborhood for over 30-years and he looked forward to continued partnership with the City of Bremerton. There were no comments from the public... 05:50:08 Motion was made and seconded, and discussion by Council Members continued... Roy Runyon expressed concerns about the proceeds being moved to the Contingency Reserve rather than the Public Safety Fund, but also acknowledged the City's current financial status; and encouraged the Pastor to consider other properties for sale for future projects. Mike Shepherd offered his support and looked forward to the energy that this type of facility would provide to the neighborhood and community. Brad GehrinQ commended Pastor Robertson for his successful efforts in the community, and offered his support even though the City is not making as much as it would like on the sale. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 1,2009 Page 3 of 5 Will Maupin offered his support and believed this is a great location but would have preferred the Municipal Court to be located there. Carol Arends offered her support and was pleased that Pastor Robertson has persevered in bringing his ideas forward. 05:55:23 M/S/C/U (Arends/Shepherd) Move to approve the Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement with Earnest Money Provision between the City of Bremerton and Emmanuel Apostolic Church for the sale of the property at 807 8th Street for the purchase price of $400,000, and authorize the proceeds to go to the Contingency Reserve Fund, and authorize the mayor to finalize and execute the agreement with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented. PUBLIC HEARING 7 A - RESOLUTION NO. 3093 TO ADOPT A MASTER PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT AND FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS TO LIONS PARK: Wyn Birkenthal, Parks & Recreation Director and Colette Berna, Parks Planner explained that the action before Council is to conduct a public hearing and adopt a master plan to guide phased redevelopment of Lions Park. The Plan is based on a 2009 park improvement survey, meetings with individual user groups (Olympic College, Bremerton School District, Lions Club, and Sustainable Bremerton) and three advertised public meetings sponsored by the Bremerton Parks Board. The proposed parks plan is consistent with the 2007 Long Range Park and Open Space Plan, Bremerton's Comprehensive Plan, and the goals contained in the Governor's Puget Sound Initiative. A Power Point@ presentation was made to provide further details on the plan. President McConnell opened the public hearing.. . Mike Hyatt, President of the Bremerton Central Lions Club, read a statement supporting the proposed plan and emphasized that the Lions will be contributing $50,000 towards the improvements. Jason Halsey suggested the addition of more barbeque pits. David Denton has been impressed by forward thinking by City staff; and was pleased that the changes would translate into reduced stormwater run-off and pollution. Richard Nerf, member of the Parks & Recreation Commission, commended Parks staff for their incorporation of ideas and for the quality of the plan; and urged the Council to support the plan. John Thomas asked about the gazebo at the end of the Trenton and hoped it can be repaired and rebuilt. Mike Peterson past President of the Bremerton Central Lions Club, thanked the City Council and Parks Commission for including Sister City Kure in the plan through inclusion of the cherry tree grove concept. Fred ROQerson past President of the Bremerton Central Lions Club, encouraged Council to consider building a boardwalk from the south east end of Lions Park to Lents Landing in the future. Sherry Kanode thanked the Parks Department for an outstanding job both in the public process and in plan development; and would like to see more community buy-in in supporting and caring for the park. President McConnell closed the public hearing. . . 06:25:42 Main Motion was made and seconded... Discussion by Council was opened... Dianne Robinson commented that the proposed plan is excellent including the walking trail and alternatives for the future; thanked Bremerton Central Lions for their donation, and thanked Parks Staff Colette Berna for her hard work on the plan. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 1, 2009 Page 4 of 5 Mike Shepherd also thanked Colette for incorporating community comments into this complex project and responding to the technical aspects of the project; recalled the transformation at Evergreen Park, and hoped that a similar neighborhood transformation will occur around Lions Park. Adam Brockus also thanked members of the Lions and the community who participated in the process; and asked for an update on Bachman Park. Wyn Birkenthal answered that the permits are in hand to re-pour pilings for the gazebo at Bachman Park, and that the Bremerton Rotary will help refurbish that area by the end of the year. Brad GehrinQ stated that this plan is the logical progression in the evolution of the park and was pleased with permeable pavement option; however he was concerned about the current configuration of uses and hoped that the plan will correct that. Carol Arends complimented the Lions Club for the park and all of the projects in the community. Will Maupin thanked the Parks Department for seeking grants so that these improvements can be made without raising taxes; and commented on how pervious pavement has already been used throughout the City and that will be used on Pacific Avenue. Roy Runyon looked forward to this project, and thanked the Parks staff, but asked if there is a timeline for the project. Collette Berna answered that construction could begin in April 2010 with completion estimated to be during the spring of 2011. Mike Shepherd as~ed about handicapped access. Mr. Birkenthal responded there will be parking by the boat launch and throughout the park, and everything will be ADA compliant due to grant requirements. 06:38:09 M/S/C/U (Gehring/Runyon) Move to approve Resolution No. 3093 adopting a Master Plan to guide the redevelopment and future improvements to Lions Park. Council Members recessed at 6:38 PM for a 15-Minute Executive Session which was extended by 5 minutes. The meeting was reconvened at 7:07 PM... EXECUTIVE SESSION 15-MINUTE EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS "POTENTIAL & PENDING LITIGATION" PER RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i): City Attorney ROQer Lubovich asked Council to approve this action. 7:07:56 M/S/C/U (Maupin/Brockus) Move to approve amendments to Port Orchard's Comprehensive Plan as presented and authorize the City Attorney to finalize the settlement in the manner of City of Bremerton v. City of Port Orchard, Cause No. 09-3-0003. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Brad GehrinQ announced that the monthly Car Cruz will be held on Tuesday, July 7 at 6th Street & Pacific Avenue; was amazed by the Sprinkler System demonstration that he attended last week at Bay Vista (formerly Westpark); and encouraged the public to be careful and considerate during the 4th of July Celebration with fireworks. Adam Brockus encouraged support of local fireworks stands; announced that the legal discharge of fireworks is only from 11 :00 AM to 11 :00 PM on July 4; also announced that the Manette Neighborhood Association will be making some hill climb improvements at Trenton Avenue and East 11th Street with a Grand Opening planned on July 18; and lastly, Manette Fest will be held on Saturday, September 12. Roy Runyon asked that people be good neighbors by not burning trash and construction debris, and to call 911 if there is illegal burning to ensure there are no hazards to structures and to limit air pollution; reported on a Neighborhood Mayoral Forum he hosted last Tuesday; and encouraged attendance at the "Eggs & Issues" Mayoral Candidate Forum to be held next Tuesday, July 7 at the Cloverleaf Bar & Grill. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 1,2009 Page 5 of 5 Mike Shepherd announced that Bremerton will be hosting the Senior Games on July 11; and invited the public to attend the 10th Annual District 5 Picnic on July 25 where Mayor Pro Tem and Council President Cecil McConnell will be master chef and there will also be a pet costume contest and presentation by the Youth Academy. Dianne Robinson encouraged people to attend the 15t Annual Independence Day Concert and Block Party to be held on July 4 at Matan Park located on Bloomington Avenue. There will be food, music, and games; and wished everyone a Happy 4th of July. Carol Arends thanked people who thought of her while she was away for surgery; appreciated the work going on in Bremerton; and encouraged people to get outside and enjoy the parks during the nice weather. Will Maupin also attended the sprinkler demonstration and found it amazing how fast fire spreads without sprinklers; attended a Victory Celebration a few weeks ago for the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign to support Teen Night and Splash & Jam programs. Nick Wofford mentioned his attendance at the Association of Washington Cities Conference last week in Spokane; reminded citizens that their recommendations and ideas are taken seriously, and encouraged them to participate in the public process. With no further business, President McConnell adjourned the Council Meeting at 7:22 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: L-~ l4> . CHRISTINE GRENIER Council Assistant Attest: ~~7 CAROL ET: EN, Ity C k ~ 72"/ ~ t- o, CO? 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