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Home My WebLink About01/05/2011 J� 1� � 2011 DIGITAL RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, January 5, 2011 The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, January 5, 2011, at 5:00 PM in Council Conference Room 603 of the NoRM D�CKS GovERNnnENT CENTER 345 6 Street, Bremerton, Washington, with Council President Nick Wofford presiding. Council Members present were Will Maupin, Carol Arends, Greg Wheeler, Roy Runyon, Adam Brockus, Cecil McConnell, and Jim McDonald. Council Member Dianne Robinson was absent. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Carol Etgen; and Legislative Assistant Lori Smith. A CouNCi� BR�EF�►v� 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. COUNCIL OFFICER ELECTIONS President Wofford opened nominations for Council President/Mayor Pro Tempore. Jim McDonald nominated Will Maupin � Rov Runvon nominated Dianne Robinson Greq Wheeler nominated Nick Wofford 05:34:25 City Clerk Carol Etqen counted the ballots: Voted for Will Maupin (5 Votes): McDonald, McConnell, Brockus, Arends, Maupin Voted for Dianne Robinson (1 Vote): Runyon Voted for Nick Wofford (2 Votes): Wheeler, Wofford Will Maupin was elected Council President/Mayor Pro Tempore for the year 2011, received the gavel, and was then seated as the chair for the remainder of the meeting. President Maupin then opened nominations for Council Vice-President. Carol Arends nominated Adam Brockus Nick Wofford nominated Rov Runyon. 05:37:12 City Clerk Carol Etqen counted the ballots: Voted for Adam Brockus (7 Votes): McDonald, McConnell, Brockus, Wheeler, Arends, Maupin, Wofford Voted for Roy Runyon (1 Vote): Runyon Adam Brockus was elected Council Vice-President for the year 2011. MAYOR'S REPORT — Mayor Patty Lent... • Presented a Mayor's Appreciation Award to Alex Pettvqrove for his outstanding service in selling his card collection for $400 and using the money to buy toys for the less fortunate; • Introduced Maior Jim Baker, Salvation Army, who provided an update on Sally's Camp, the new tent city and described the new location. • Introduced Courtnev Freeman, Community Frameworks, who described projects planned for West Bremerton for revitalization efforts. • Proclaimed January 13, 2019 as Korean-American Day. • Was excited to announce the Wedding Expo will be held on January 9 at the Kitsap Harborside. • Introduced Jeff Elevado who reminded Bremerton residents that they are eligible to receive a quarterly voucher to attend the Bremerton Aquatics Center for free. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, January 5, 2011 Page 2 of 4 PUBLIC RECOGNITION — There were no comments from the public... CONSENT AGENDA A. Check Numbers 340962 through 341136, and EFT-10485 through EFT-10519 in the amount of $1,961,054.10; Regula� Payroll for the pay period ending December 15, 2010 in the amount of $722,402.95; Regular Payroll for the pay period ending December 31, 2010 in the amount of $743,794.14; and Retiree Payroll for the pay period ending December 31, 2010 in the amount of $78,413.31. 05:54:25 M/S/C/U (Arends/VVheeler) Move to approve the CoNSErvT A�EN�a as presented. 7A — RESOLUTION NO. 3131 HONORING AND SUPPORTING THE USS BREMERTON AND ITS CREW: Mavor Pattv Lent stated that Resolution No. 3131 was in response to the City Council's desire to honor and support the USS Bremerton and its crew for their dedication and outstanding achievements while serving with the United States Navy. Resolution No. 3131 was read in its entirety which included information such as the USS Bremerton is known by its crew as the Bad Fish and is the second ship of the United States Navy to be named for Bremerton, Washington. The USS Bremerton was launched on July 22, 1978, sponsored by Mrs. Henry M. Jackson, and commissioned on March 28, 1981. In September 2003, after a successful Western Pacific deployment, the USS Bremerton changed its homeport to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii and became the oldest commissioned submarine in the US fleet. The USS Bremerton has, among other achievements, earned two Navy Unit Commendations, a Coast Guard Unit Citation, three Meritorious Unit Commendations, three Battle Efficiency "E's", two Navy Expeditionary Medals, and an Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. There were no comments from the public... 05:58:17 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 3131 was made by Brockus, and seconded by McDona/d; Comments in support of the resolution were then provided by the Council 06:00:05 M/S/C/U (Brockus/McDonald) Move to adopt Resolution No. 3131 honoring and supporting the USS Bremerton and its crew. 7B — RESOLUTION NO. 3132 SUPPORTING AN APPLICATION TO THE WASHINGTON STATE CORRECTIONS FOR THE SITING OF A WESTSIDE RECEPTION CENTER: Mavor Pattv Lent explained that communities interested in submitting a site for consideration are required to submit a letter of interest by January 6, 2011. Resolution No. 3132 demonstrates the City Council's support for submitting the application for the siting of a Westside Reception Center in the South Kitsap Industrial Area known as "SKIA". Dave Overton, property owner, provided the details to highlight the positive reasons for applying for the siting of the Westside Reception Center in SKIA. Doris Kerinqer asked what cost to the taxpayers this project will cost in terms of utilities and law enforcement. Mr. Overton answered that the costs and community impacts would be determined during a comprehensive review (EIS) that will be conducted by the Department of Corrections assuming that the site is selected for the center. Andv Tanqeman asked if the EIS process will allow for public comment. Mr. Overton answered that if a development application for this project is submitted, the City would undergo a process which does allow public comment. 06:12:40 Motion to adopt Resolution No. 3132 was made by Runyon, and seconded by Wofford; Discussion was then opened to the Council... City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, January 5, 2011 Page 3 of 4 Mr. Runvon explained how this application came forward; thanked staff for putting this item together so quickly; and emphasized that this project will have use benefits for the county; and urged Council to support resolution. Mr. Wofford believed that infrastructure being built would more than compensate for property being taken off the tax rolls and that the benefit would span the entire county. Greq Wheeler thought that the process should have allowed feedback from stakeholders prior to considering the resolution. Mavor Lent explained that the resolution would allow for the site to be considered, but if not selected, the City would not pursue the project. Mr. Overton responded that the City is only indicating there is space to allow for infrastructure at SKIA through a letter of intent. The actual process is going to allow public comment. Cecil McConnell expressed concerns about how the proposed project may impact businesses. Adam Brockus asked if the State will be paying to continue water and sewer lines to the site. Mr. Overton responded that Department of Corrections would be able to answer that question. Will Maupin asked what the size of the site area would be. Mr. Overton answered that the site area would be about 50 acres being used by Department of Corrections. Mr. Maupin also asked if the Council would have authority to approve or deny the project at a later time. Mr. Wheeler asked questions regarding jobs and buffers to the site. Andrea Spencer explained that many questions can be answered through the sub-area planning process; there will be opportunities for public comment and issues regarding buffers and jobs will be addressed. Mr. Runvon asked if this resolution legally binds the City to the project. Mr. Lubovich answered no, that the City is only asking for consideration as a site. Mr. Wofford clarified that as Council President, he was notified by Mr. Runyon as a representative to Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) about the proposal's status. However, it was until recently that the discussion reached a point where the entire Council needed to review this proposal. Mr. McConnell asked if the resolution is approved would there be any further action by Council. � Ms. Spencer responded that permitting issues would be addressed by the Hearing Examiner, not the City Council. Mr. Runvon added that the Council could discuss progress at Study Sessions. Mr. McDonald offered his support for the proposed project since it would generate jobs. Mr. Wheeler encouraged Council to consider both the economic benefits as well as the need to protect the community image and pride. Mr. Maupin offered his support for the project and agreed with the location. 06:46:35 M/S/C (Runyon/Wofford) Move to adopt Resolution No. 3132 supporting an application to the Washington State Corrections for the siting of a Westside Reception Center in SKIA; and authorize the Mayor to file the application and all necessary supporting documentation. Voted in favor of Motion: Brockus, Runyon, Arends, Wofford, McDonald, Maupin Voted opposed to Motion: Wheeler, McConnell Motion carried: 6-Yes; 2-No � COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Jim McDonald discussed more work he has done with the Rotary; provided a briefing on his first meeting with the 9/11 Memorial Committee; and reported that the fundraiser held at McCloud's Bar and Grill raised $16,000 for the memorial. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, January 5, 2011 Page 4 of 4 Adam Brockus mentioned the Christmas tree in Manette will be moved from its present location as soon as a new location is determined. Rov Runvon announced that there will be a"City Chickens Workshop" held on Monday, January 17 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM in the Meeting Chambers; and announced that an informational meeting will be held tomorrow, January 6 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Salvation Army located at 832 6 Street for any citizens wishing to volunteer as gatekeepers at Sally's Camp. Greq Wheeler wished everyone a happy new year and looks forward to a productive year for Bremerton; thanked Nick Wofford for his service this past year as Council President; and congratulated new Council President Will Maupin. Carol Arends encouraged everyone to attend the First Friday Art Walk event this week. Nick Wofford reminded everyone to volunteer as well as buy local; and to attend more City Council Meetings. Will Maupin discussed the new high-speed hydrofoil passenger only ferry is currently in the process of being rebuilt and retested after a recent test revealed some technical difficulties. With no further business, President Maupin adjourned the Council Meeting at 7:00 PM. The Council then reconvened in the 6 Floor Council Conference Room for a brief STU�Y SESSiotv by the 2011 Council President and to discuss General Council Business. Prepared and Submitted by: � � � � L RI SMITH Legislative Assistant Attest: � � CAROL TGE , City erk . 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