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Home My WebLink About07/06/05 DIGITAL RECORDING . , ~. ....... . ,. .,' ',,: ~'~~ , JULIO__ CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, July 6, 2005 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, July 6, 2005, at 5:30 PM, with Council Vice-President Cecil McConnell presiding. Council members present were Mike Short, Will Maupin, Carol Arends, Dianne Robinson, Mike Shepherd, Wendy Priest, and Brad Gehring. Council President Daren Nygren was absent. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich, City Clerk Paula Johnston, and Council Assistant Christine Grenier. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Dianne Robinson; followed by the invocation provided by Pastor Dennis Payne II of Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church. President NVQren announced that a Pre-Council session was held in Council Conference Room 603 from 5:00 to 5:30 P.M. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Ken Mickelson, Parks & Recreation Director, invited the public to attend the Ground Breaking Ceremony for the Skate Park to be located in Eastpark on Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 12:00 Noon. Vice-President McConnell presented the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Award for Outstanding Service in "Opening Doors to Diversity" to Council Member Dianne Robinson for her collaborative efforts in creating the CD liThe Sinclair Park Proiect", a collection of photos and stories from African-American people and families living in Sinclair Park during World War II. CONSENT AGENDA A. Check Numbers 301012 through 301169; EFT-8431 through EFT-8436; and EFT-8440 in the amount of $427,319.69 (#AB05-146) 5:32:35 M/S/C/U (Priest/Arends) Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 6A - CLOSED RECORD HEARING AND RESOLUTION NO. 2970 REGARDING THE BRANDYWINE PRELIMINARY PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND PLAT (FILE NO. BP04-00404l (#AB05-147): Robert Grumbach of the Community Development Department, explained that the Hearing Examiner recommended the approval of a preliminary Planned Unit Development and plat (File No. BP04-00404) to subdivide 9.45 acres of land into 70 individual lots for detached single-family residential development, three open space tracts, a tot lot, a covered sports court, and guest parking, to be located on the east side of Pine Road, approximately 200-feet south of Roswell Road. The recommendation includes 29 conditions to be imposed for final plat approval. Mr. Lubovich outlined the rules for a closed record hearing; and emphasized that no public testimony would be taken at this time. He instructed that Council must decide if it wishes to adopt, modify, or deny the findings of the Hearing Examiner. Vice - President McConnell read the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine and asked if any Council Members feel they have 1) demonstrated bias or prejudice for or against any party to the proceedings 2) a direct or indirect monetary interest in the outcome of the proceedings 3) a prejudgment of the issue prior to the hearing the facts on the record or 4) ex-parte contact with any individual, excluding administrative staff, with regard to an issue prior to the hearing. All Council Members were seated. Vice-President McConnell then asked if any member of the public believes any Council Member should excuse themselves due to a conflict with the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine. All Council Members remained seated. William Palmer, representing the BRANDYWINE CORPORATION, was available to answer any questions. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 6,2005 Page 2 of 3 Vice-President McConnell emphasized that because this was a Closed Record Hearing, there would be no public input. Mr. GehrinQ asked what fees would be levied for water, sewer, and storm water fees. Mr. Grumbach answered that the fees would be based on rates set in City ordinances. Mr. GehrinQ asked if parking spaces would include garage parking spaces. Mr. Grumbach answered yes. Mr. Shepherd asked who would monitor the conditions as provided by the hearing examiner. Mr. Grumbach stated that Community Development and Engineering staff would review the conditions to ensure that the applicant has met the conditions prior to final approval of the project. Ms. Robinson asked if the project would include affordable housing. Mr. Grumbach stated that there is no statement in the project description which shows there will be affordable housing included. Mr. Palmer offered that the market price for the homes would range from $225,000 to 235,000 for an individual home, but the actual price could increase by the time of project completion. Mr. Maupin asked for clarification on the "building or shelter" listed in the project description. Mr. Grumbach responded that it was a sports court that would have a roof, but no walls. Ms. Priest asked if the applicant would be required to build different facades on the homes. Mr. , Grumbach stated that the applicant submitted different, but consistent designs, and the project would be allowed some flexibility if the market changes. Mr. GehrinQ asked if there would be a periodic traffic survey done in the area once the project is completed. Mr. Grumbach answered that per the recommendations from the City Engineer, no additional monitoring would be required. Mr. McConnell requested more information regarding parking restrictions. Mr. Grumbach pointed out that there can not be parking within perimeter setbacks. 5:53:00 M/S/C/U (Short/Maupin) Move to pass Resolution No. 2970, approving and adopting the Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendation of the Administrative Hearing Examiner; and approve the preliminary Planned Unit Development and plat for the BRANDYWINE PUD subject to the proposed conditions. 71\ APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT '}lITH RDG PLANNING AND DESIGN FOR PHASE II OF BUILDING 50 J\.ND HARBORSIDE MEMORIAL PLI\Z^. PROJECT (#AB05 148l: Item 7 A was pulled from the agenda... 7B - RESOLUTION NO. 2971 APPROVING BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENTS FOR CAPITAL HILL FIRE STATION AND FOREST RIDGE PARK (#AB05-149): Ken Mickelsen, Parks & Recreation Director stated that the City performed a preliminary boundary survey of City property commonly known as Capital Hill Fire Station and Forest Ridge Park, and discovered that adjacent residential property owners have encroached onto the property. In order to resolve this issue, staff is proposing to sell to the residential property owners the City property they have encroached onto. The attached boundary line adjustments and quit claim deeds will resolve the encroachment issues and establish new boundaries for the Capital Hill Fire Station and Forest Ridge Park. There were no comments from the public. Ms. Arends emphasized that after conversations with one of the property owners and City staff, that she would support this action. Ms. Robinson asked what the total cost would be for the recipients. Mr. Mickelson responded that the amount ranged from $4,000 to $7,000. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 6, 2005 Page 3 of 3 Mr. Short asked if the City would be requesting a proposal for this property. Mr. Lubovich answered that the Public Works Director would be submitting a request for proposal at a later time. Mr. GehrinQ would like to know where the proceeds would be going. Mr. Lubovich answered that the proceeds would be diverted to the Contingency Fund. 5:58:55 M/S/C/U (Arends/Short) Move to pass Resolution No. 2971 approving the boundary line adjustments; and authorizing the Mayor to execute quit claim deeds in favor of the residential property owners adjacent to the Capital Hill Fire Station and Forest Ridge Park properties. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Helen Miller provided a letter outlining her concerns regarding 1) televising a study session 2) possibly raising an additional tax to support the arts when the City has more pressing needs. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Will Maupin commented on his observation of the stark contrast between Bremerton and Lake Chelan with regards to use of fireworks. Carol Arends commented on the difference between Richland and Bremerton regarding fireworks; and reported on her attendance at the Association of Washington Cities Conference in Kennewick last week, which she found very worthwhile. Dianne Robinson announced that there would be a Community Block Party on Saturday, July 16th from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. Invited guests would include the Police and Fire Departments who will share information on block watch programs and safety. Mike Shepherd attended the First Friday Art walk and was pleased to see the community is supporting local businesses; planned on attending the Salmon Recovery meeting tomorrow; expressed concerns over the amount of debris left behind from the fireworks and the flagrant use of illegal fireworks; and announced that the District 4 and 5 Picnic will be held on Saturday, July 30th from Noon to 2:00 P.M. at Evergreen Park which will include presentations on traffic and possible park expansion. Brad GehrinQ was amazed by the amount of fireworks use this year; and wished his wife Patricia a happy birthday. Cecil McConnell expressed specific concerns about bottle rockets, which can end up on roofs; and the litter remaining on the streets. With no further business, the meeting of the City Council was adjourned at 6:11 P.M. pre~Ubmitted ~y: ~." ~ CHRISTINE GRENIER Council Assistant ,uncil President DN/PJ/ls/cge