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Home My WebLink About05/19/2010 � �� DIGITAL RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES .N1N �$ 2010 Wednesday, May 19, 2010 The weekiy meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 5:00 PM in Council Conference Room 603 of the NORM DICKS GOVERNMENT CENTER 345 6�' Street, Bremerton, Washington, with Council President Nick Wofford presiding. Council Members present were Will Maupin, Carol Arends, Dianne Robinson, Greg Wheeler, Roy Runyon, Adam Brockus, Cecil McConnell and Jim McDonald. Also present were City Attomey Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Carol Etgen; and City Council Assistant Christine Grenier. A CouNCi� BR�EFiNG was then held to discuss General Council Business at 5:00 PM in the Council Conference Room. At 5:30 PM the meeting moved to the Meeting Chambers. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Jim McDonald followed by the invocation provided by Reverend Ron Anderson of Manette Community Church. MAYOR'S REPORT • Announced that the Department of Ecology has awarded the 2009 Outstanding Periormance Award to the City of Bremerton's West Side Wastewater Treatment Plant for the fifth year in a row; and presented an Emp/oyee Recognition Award to Pat Coxon, Manager for the Wastewater Treatment Plant; • Proclaimed May 28, 2010 as Bree Schaaf Day in recognition for her accomplishments as the 2009 National Bobsled Champion; for being part of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Team; and for placing 5"' overall in the Women's Bobsled event. • Thanked Bree Schaaf and Vice-Admiral Kevin McCoy for being marshals of the Armed Forces Day Dignity Memorial Parade that was held last Saturday; • Attended the Law Enforcement Memorial last week at Miller Woodlawn Cemetery and was pleased that a permanent monument will be there; • Was amazed at the variety of materials that young artists used for their creations at the Gallery of Style Fashion Show held at Bremerton High School; and • Invited the public to attend an upcoming Pumas game this Saturday and to look in Pepsi beverages for coupons to upcoming games. PUBLIC RECOGNITION President Wofford encouraged the public to contact the Mayor's office at (360) 473-5266 or www.kitsap-pfd.orq for more information on how to apply for a vacancy of the Kitsap Public Facilities District Board of Directors. ��, Don Knott, Bremerton Lanes Casino, hoped that Council would consider a reduction in "sin" taxes to bring 30 to 50 jobs back to Bremerton and asked for direction on how he could proceed so that part of his business could re-open. Laura Movnihan provided a letter in support of allowing citizens in the City limits to keep chickens and asked that Council consider setting a policy to make this a reality. Susie West, Muscular Dystrophy Association & Jerry's Kids, presented a plaque in recognition of the City's support for the 2009 °Fill The Boot° Campaign which raised $4,081. Brad Johanson, Retired Commander for the USS JoHN C. STENNis, commended the Council for their support of those who have muscular dystrophy, including himself, who has Lou Gehrig's disease. Ms. West then announced that the 2010 campaign goal is $10,000 and hoped that the community would provide its support. Jamie Forsvth, spoke on behalf of the Union Hill neighborhood in support of urban chickens. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes \ Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Page 2 of 5 CONSENT AGENDA A. Check Numbers 337586 through 337818; and EFT-9725 through EFT-9862 in the amount of $3,253.839.48; Regular Payroll in the amount of $76,311.76 for the pay period ending April 30, 2010; and Regular Payroll in the amount of $729, 198.92 for the pay period ending May 15, 2010. B. Minutes of Meeting — May 5, 2010 C. Minutes of Study Session — May 12, 2010 D. . Update to Water Service Agreement with the Rocky Point Water District E. Installation of required Police Equipment in three (3) 2010 Ford Crown Victorias , F. Request to change name of Kiwanis Pla�eld to Kiwanis Park _ G. Public Works Construction Agreement with RoBiNSON COMPANY, INC. for the remodel of the property on the SE corner of 6"' Street and Park Avenue (formerly Kitsap Bank) for the Municipal Court Building H. Item was postponed until June... There were no questions or comments from the public.. . 5:56:08 M/S/C (Arends/Runyon) Move to approve the CoNSENT A�EN�A as presented. Voted in favor of Motion: McDonald, McConnell, Brockus, Runyon, Wheeler, Robinson, Arends, and Maupin Abstained: Wofford Motion carried: 8-Yes; 1 Abstention GENERAL BUSINESS 6A — GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF WASHINGTON AND THE RECREATION � CONSERVATION FUNDING BOARD FOR KIWANIS PARK IMPROVEMENTS: Wvn Birkenthal, Parks & Recreation Director, summarized that the attached grant agreement will provide $400,000 to assist in the renovation of Kiwanis Park. Improvements include drainage for lower park area, grading, new play area, landscaping, walking paths, restrooms, benches, picnic shelter, soccer field upgrades and play meadow. Renovation of Kiwanis Park is the 2" highest ranked project in the Parks Capital Improvement Plan and improvements have been discussed with the neighborhood, soccer association, and church stakeholders. John Tavlor, Bremerton Kiwanis Club President, spoke on behalf of the Kiwanis' support of this project and was very excited that this project supports the goals of the group. Marie Vila thanked the Parks Department for coordinating the improvement efforts at the park and emphasized that the park will be a community asset. The following Union Hi11 residents offered comments in support of the grant... Jamie Forsvth; Hollv Gold; Robert Caires; Glen Hodqe; Ma�Qie Williams; Ella Ray; and John Flescher 06:09:35 Motion was made and seconded; Council Members then began their discussion... Rov Runvon asked if there would be opportunities for volunteers; and asked for clarification for the timeline for the projecYs completion. Wvn Birkenthal answered yes, and that former projects included volunteers from groups like Washington Youth Academy; and that construction should be done by late summer to fall 2011. Jim McDonald thanked Kiwanis for their contributions. � City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Page 3 of 5 Adam Brockus clarified that funding will come for the capital fund and hope that other needed projects will be funded through other grant opportunities. Will Mauain thanked the Union Hill residents for their willingness to get involved. Gres� Wheeler commended the Parks Department for actively seeking grants. 06:15:40 M/S/C/U (Runyon/Robinson) Move to authorize the Mayor to enter into the Kiwanis Park grant agreement with the State of Washington and the Recreation and Conservation Funding Board, and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the agreement with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented. 66 — RESOLUTION NO. 3117 ESTABLISHING CONDITIONS FOR LIMITED TAX GENERAL OBLIGATION (LTGO) BONDS FOR THE PARK PLAZA PROJECT, THE LIONS PARK RENOVATION, AND RENOVATION OF A BUILDING TO BE USED AS A MUNICIPAL COURT BUILDING: Barbara Steqhenson, Financial Services Director, explained that on April 21, 2010, the City Council passed Ordinance No. 5109 authorizing the issuance and sale of the City's Limited Tax General Obligation Bonds, 2010, in the principal amount not to exceed $9,600,000; and this resolution establishes the terms of the sale of the bonds. Dave Tras�eser of D.A. Davidson & Company, provided an update on the bond process. There were no comments from the public... 06:20:37 Motion was made and seconded; Council Members then began their discussion.�.. Adam Brockus asked if tax rates for the public are going to be affected by these bonds. Barbara Stephenson answered no; and added that the local revitalization financing comes out the State's portion of the sales tax. Cecil McConnell emphasized that while he supports the Municipal Court and Lions Park portions of the proposal, he could not support the Park Plaza project therefore he would not vote for the bond issue. Rov Runvon believed it is very important to keep our promise to the voters who approved the Public Safety Bond and court facility. Grea Wheeler emphasized that these are the times to make these improvements due to extremely low interest rates. Dianne Robinson asked for clarification on the undenivriter discount. Mr. Tra�eser clarified that the discount is compensation to the underwriter for putting the deal together, structuring the bonds, and selling the bonds. 06:25:03 M/S/C (Brockus/Runyon) Move to adopt Resolution No. 3117 providing for certain terms and covenants relating to the Limited Tax General Obligation Bonds, 2010 to provide funds with which to pay a portion of the costs for the Park Plaza Project, the Lions Park Renovation, and the purchase and sale of a building to be used as a Municipal Court building. Voted in favor of Motion: Brockus, Runyon, Wheeler, Robinson, Arends, Maupin, McDonald, Wofford Voted against Motion: McConnell Motion carried: 8-Yes; 1-No COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Will Maupin reported on the Puget Sound Regional Council Growth Management Board meeting he attended last Thursday; discussed a Kitsap Transit Community Meeting held to discuss City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Page 4 of 5 homelessness; and announced that in the future there will be finro representatives on the Kitsap Transit Board from Bremerton instead of three and one at-large from the cities in Kitsap County; mentioned recent discussion regarding the Bremerton Economic Development Study (BEDS) on possible solutions to traffic to include a Belfair Bypass, a bridge across Sinclair Inlet, and improvements to the Highway 303-304 Interchange. Carol Arends attended the Cen-Com Policy Board yesterday where there was discussion about coordinating maps for agencies which would eliminate conflicting addresses and make information more readily available. Dianne Robinson attended a retreat for Kitsap Mental Health Services which included many new ideas of how to provide services; highlighted by-law updates during the Kitsap Transit Board; and sponsored the successful 2k walk and 5k fun run on Saturday with Greg Wheeler. Greq Wheeler attended a Season Preview for the Admiral Theatre, Culinary Competition at Olympic College, Washington State Ferries Community Meeting, Police Memorial at Miller Woodlawn Cemetery, PSNBA Reception, Navy League Gala; thanked Phyllis Mann of Emergency Management for being his guest speaker at his District 5 Meeting on Monday; and asked the public to "save the date° for July 31 for his Annual District 5 Picnic at Evergreen Park. Rov Runvon toured the Wastewater Treatment Plant a few weeks ago and was very impressed; announced that Soulworkz Gala will be held on May 22 at 7:00 PM in the Meeting Chambers to support alcohol treatment and rain gardens; announced that the Kitsap Harbor Festival will be held over Memorial Day Weekend from May 29 to 31 on the Bremerton Boardwalk and Marina and in Port Orchard. For more information, please visit website www.kitsapharborfestival.com. Adam Brockus encouraged people to see the NCAA West Regional Golf Toumament at Gold ' Mountain; and was pleased that the City is taking advantage of funding for capital projects. Jim McDonald attended the Armed Forces Day Parade and observed that the wider sidewalks accommodated more people that before; and encouraged people to visit the City's website for a copy of the "Making a Difference in Your Neighbofiood° brochure that was produced by the neighborhood block watch captains. Nick Wofford reported on his recent trip to visit family in �rginia including stops in Williamsberg, Jamestown, Yorktown, and Gettysberg. EXECUTIVE SESSION 06:43:50 Council recessed for a 30-Minute Executive Session to discuss "Potential Litigation" per RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i) (Information only); and a"Real Estate Acquisition/Sale" per RCW 42.30.110 (1)(b) (Action was requested... ) Will MauQin excused himself prior to discussion on the Real Estate AcquisitioNSale and did not � return to the meeting for the final vote... President Wofford reconvened the Council Meeting at 7:12 PM. 8A — PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 190 PACIFIC AVENUE TO 190 PACIFIC LLC: 07:12:15 M/S/C/U (Wheeler/Runyon) Move to authorize the sale of property located at 190 Pacific Avenue to 190 PaciFiC AvErvuE, LLC, and to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented and further to authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute any and all other documents necessary to close the transaction. City Councit Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Page 5 of 5 With no further business, President Wofford adjoumed the Council Meeting at 7:13 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: CHRISTINE GRENI E� R � Council Assistant Attest: , � s , C OL ET EN, City Cler � WOFF , Cit ouncil President ° NW:CE:Is:c ,