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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/20/05 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, July 20, 2005 COIR. .AfPIMi) lUG 1'12005 DIGITAL RECORDING 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 20, 2005, at 5:30 PM, with Council President Daren Nygren presiding. Council members present were Mike Short, Will Maupin, Carol Arends, Dianne Robinson, Mike Shepherd, Wendy Priest, Cecil McConnell, and Brad Gehring. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich, City Clerk Paula Johnston, and Legislative Assistant Lori Smith. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Cecil McConnell followed by the invocation provided by Council Member Dianne Robinson. President Nyaren announced that a Pre-Council session was held in Council Conference Room 603 from 5:00 to 5:30 P.M; and a 10-Minute Executive Session was also held to discuss "LABOR NEGOTIATIONS". MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Bozeman... . Introduced Cynthia Engelgau and "Denny the Dragon", who personally invited the Council Members and the public to "draw on the sidewalks" and "dance to the music" at the 20th Anniversary Festival of Arts for Children on Tuesday, July 26 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Evergreen Park with entertainment by Clave con Jazz sponsored by the WESTSOUND ARTS COUNCIL. . Provided a very favorable Financial Report on the first anniversary of the Bremerton Harborside Conference Center & Plaza; and brought forward Richard Hayes, Executive Director with KITSAP TRANSIT, who added additional good news; . Chris Hugo, Director of Community Development, presented the Mayor and Council an award from the American Planning Association and the Planning Association of Washington which recognized . the City of Bremerton with a Merit Award in the Implementation Plans Category for the "Downtown Bremerton Revitalization Programs". PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS . Torey Robinson, granddaughter of Dianne Robinson, stated that she was here to visit Bremerton, and commented that she thought this was a very nice place. . President Nyaren announced that Council Member Brad Gehring selected a recipient for the City Pride Award for the Month of May, which he accepted on behalf of the recipients from District 1. . President Nygren also selected a recipient for the City Pride Award for the Month of June which he presented to Bill and Val Mus of Nipsic Avenue who were present to accept their award. . Read a Proclamation for the Week of August 1 through 6, 2005 to commemorate Kitsap Regional Library Week which was accepted by Ruth Bond, Branch Manager of Downtown Bremerton and Sylvan Way Branches of KITSAP REGIONAL LIBRARY. Ms. Bond was pleased to announce plans for the library's sl1h Anniversary Jubilee Celebration; and that renovations to the Downtown Library would begin September 6. . Betsy Howe of the City's CDBG Program and Bob Tulp with the City's Public Works Department, as well as World Changers, announced the return of the World Changers program to the City-of Bremerton for the summer of 2005. CONSENT AGENDA A. Check Numbers 301213 through 301465 and EFT-8455 through EFT-8466 in the amount of $1,658,027.65; (#AB05-151) B. Minutes of Meeting - June 15, 2005 (#AB05-152) C. Minutes of Meeting - June 29,2005 (#AB05-153) D. Minutes of Meeting - July 6,2005 (#AB05-154) E. Minutes of Meeting - July 13, 2005 (#AB05-155) F. Purchase of Vermeer BC1400XL Brush Chipper from VERMEER NORTHWEST SALES of Tacoma l City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 20, 2005 Page 2 of 5 (#AB05-156) G. Approval of Land Lease between the City of Bremerton and Donna Hammargren for Sewage Pump Station EB-4 (#AB05-157) H. Interlocal Agreement for Professional Services between Kitsap County and the City of Bremerton for environmental assessments on Charleston Beach Road (#AB05-158) I. Amendment to Interlocal Agreement between the City of Bremerton and Kitsap County for Permitting Application Computing (#AB05-159) J. Appointments of Debra Barnes (BREMERTON HOTEL) and David Tufts (HAMPTON INN) to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (#AB05-160) 5:54:32 M/S/C/U (Priest/McConnell/Priest) Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. 6A - 2006 DRAFT CDBG/HOME POLICY PLAN AND APPLICATION (#AB05-161): Hugh Morgan of Financial Services and Betsy Howe of Community Development, summarized that for the past 30 years, federal block grants have been given to cities with needs to serve especially low-income residents. The City of Bremerton undertakes a yearly public allocation process to distribute funds made available the following spring by the U.S. Congress. This policy plan, as amended and approved, will be used by staff to carry out the allocation process. There were no comments from the public. 5:58:04 (Robinson/Arends) Move to approve the 2006 CDBG/HOME Policy Plan. 7A- ORDINANCE NO. 4940. ESTABLISHING A CITY OF BREMERTON ARTS COMMISSION AND ONE PERCENT (1%) FOR THE ARTS PROGRAM FOR CITY FUNDED CAPITAL PROJECTS (#AB05-162): Council Member Wendy Priest explained that public art is recognized as a stimulus to the vitality, economy, and culture of our community, enhancing the quality of life for all citizens because of its public nature. The proposed ordinance establishes a City of Bremerton Arts Commission and a One- Percent (1 %) for Arts Program for the City. Further, the proposed ordinance establishes procedures for the acquisition and display of art for the One-Percent (1 %) for Arts Program. Ms. Priest further discussed the issues that were reworked after the initial presentation was made in May of 2004. President Nyaren noted that phone calls, letters, and e-mails received from Sheridan Moser; Janet Tracy; Gary Smith; Ed Rollman; Scott Lindquist, Director of Health; and Chris Endresen, County Commissioner were entered into the record. Helen Miller read a statement to present her views opposed to this proposed ordinance. ProVided comments or read statements in favor of the proposed ordinance: Stewart Dempswood: Artist; Gwendolyn Atwood, Board Member for Kitsap County 1 % for the Arts Commission; Hazel Witte, Artist; Pat Cooper, Manager of Metropolis Art Gallery; Gail Goodrick, Board Member for Kitsap County 1 % for the Arts Commission; Robert Dietz, assisted in drafting this ordinance; Richard Hayes, Executive Director for KITSAP TRANSIT; Jill Johnston, provided an "engineering perspective"; Richard Nerf; and Dee Molenaar. Mrs. Arends stated that although she is in support of spending public funds for art, she would like to see this item come back in a few weeks after further discussion on the language used in the ordinance. Mr. Short agreed, pointing out specific areas of the ordinance that he did not agree with. Ms. Priest explained that the ordinance from the County, as well as several other cities, was reviewed prior to creating this proposed document that would be the best for the City of Bremerton. Mr. Maupin discussed points to express his support for this ordinance, believing that it was the job of a Council member to not only provide essential services, but also provide a City "we can all be proud of'. He also clarified that funding for art will come from funding earmarked for construction projects, from the Real Estate Excise Tax. He also pointed out that every project will come to Council for final approval. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 20, 2005 Page 3 of 5 Mr. Nyaren added that the Council will be able to modify or amend this ordinance at any time. Mr. McConnell could not support this ordinance as it is written, particularly because of issues with maintenance cost for the art, and agreed that he would like to see another Study Session to allow the Council time to examine all aspects of the ordinance. Ms. Priest responded that the sample contract was modeled after the same contract used for the State, schools, and colleges; and reiterated that the Council can modify the language at any time. She further explained that the Parks Department and Community Development Department were included in regard to the maintenance of the projects because most of the projects would be contained in government buildings. Mr. Gehring was concerned with the "nuts and bolts" of the ordinance such as no designation of ownership; the Parks and Public Works Departments' assignment of maintenance; and the additional expense for art projects when there are other more pressing needs of the City. Mr. Shepherd observed risks the Council took to adopt the new revitalization plan for the City, with no clear guarantee, and feels that the Council, as leaders in the community, must again "take a chance" on this ordinance. Ms. Robinson stated that she could support this ordinance if performing arts could be included. Ms. Priest offered an explanation why performing arts were not originally included, but stated that she could support an amendment to include it. Carol Arends summarized that the concerns were not about whether or not the Council supported art, which she feels they do, but that the issues are with the way the current ordinance is written. 7:04:53 (Priest/Robinson) Move to pass Ordinance No. 4940 establishing a City of Bremerton Arts Commission and a One-Percent (1%) for Arts Program, as amended to include "PERFORMING ARTS" to Sections 3.12.010(1) and 3.12.060(g). Voted in favor of Motion: Priest, Shepherd, Robinson, Maupin, Nygren Voted opposed to Motion: Short, Gehring, McConnell Abstained: Arends Motion carried: 5-Yes; 3-No; 1-Abstention A brief recess was taken from approx. 7:10 to 7:18 PM 7B - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RDg PLANNING AND DESIGN FOR PHASE II FOR BUILDING 50 MUSEUM AND HARBORSIDE MEMORIAL PLAZA (#AB05-148): Gary Sexton, Economic Development Director, stated that staff recommends the City of Bremerton enter into a Professional Services Agreement with RDg PLANNING & DESIGN for Phase II of the Maritime Park Naval Museum, also known as Building .50. Phase II includes completion of the architect's instrument of service; the construction documents of Building 50 and its immediate surroundings resulting in the adaptive reuse into a museum building. Phase II also includes all the build-out including design for casework, cabinets, counters, and exhibit display items. Additionally, Phase II includes the completion of construction documents for Bremerton Harborside Memorial Plaza. Phase II compensation not to exceed $520,000. There were no comments from the public. Once the concerns and questions of the Co unci/ were addressed, the vote passed unanimously. 7:46:40 (Arends/Robinson) Move to approve the Professional Services Agreement with RDg PLANNING & DESIGN for Phase II of the Maritime Park Naval Museum and Memorial Plaza; and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement in substantially the same form as presented, not to exceed $520,000; and to include the amended date of 12/31/05 to Section II "TERMS" of the original agreement City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 20,2005 Page 4 of 5 7C - CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BREMERTON AND KITSAP TRANSIT FOR USE OF CITY-OWNED RIGHTS OF WAY FOR A PORTION OF CALLOW AVENUE AND FIFTH STREET (#AB05-163): Roaer Lubovich, City Attorney said that pursuant to RCW 36.57A.080, a public transportation benefit area such as Kitsap Transit may contract with a City for use of rights-of-way. Through the proposed contract, the City of Bremerton conveys to Kitsap Transit the right to use a portion of Callow Avenue and Fifth Street rights-of-way as described in the agreement. He further explained that maps were handed out to show each of the two areas. Helen Miller asked to view a map to see the exact location of the bowling alley. Mr. Lubovich clarified that this was the former location of the "WESTPARK BOWLING LANES". 7:54:24 (McConnell/Short) Move to approve the Contract for Use of City-Owned Rights-of-Way between the City of Bremerton and Kitsap Transit, as amended. 7D - TAKE HOME VEHICLE POLICY (#AB05-164): Cecil McConnell, Council Member,_emphasized that this policy has been revised to ensure that the expenditure of public funds for use of City vehicles to be taken home after normal work hours is in the best interests of the City, provides consistency in the way Take Home vehicles are assigned and utilized by employees, and to comply with IRS regulations. The resultant policy is the product of the combined efforts of the Audit and Take Home Vehicle Committees. There were no comments from the public. 7:59:10 (McConnell/Robinson) Move to approve revised Take Home Vehicle policy, and provide for an effective date, as amended. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Matthew St. Carroll provided comments on the BKA T Plan that was presented to the Council at a Study Session on June 14, 2005, and asked the Council to reconsider the proposed Interlocal Agreement. Mike Eliason asked that the City would reconsider allowing entities to check out the video equipment; and thanked the Council staff for providing the Council packet on the website. Asked if there would be time for the public to comment on the proposal to reduce the Council size. Suggested the revisions raised by several Council members regarding the arts ordinance be considered. Helen Miller read a statement opposed to the proposal to reduce the Council size from 9 to 7. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Brad Gehring was proud to announce that the 400-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial "Wall" was arriving tonight, and would be open for viewing at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM this Friday, July 22 to Sunday, July 24. Cecil McConnell thanked all of the Department Directors for their contributions to the Take-Home Vehicle Policy. Wendy Priest announced that Kitsap Community Resources is in. need of donations of blankets, sheets, and towels for its emergency shelters. For more information, please contact Chuck at (360) 473-2046, Paul at (360) 473-2048, or Garry at (360) 473-2052. Mike Shepherd reminded the Council and the public to join him for the annual District 5 Picnic at Evergreen Rotary Park on Saturday, July 30 from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM. Dianne Robinson was pleased at the success of the first Hewitt Street Block Party in District 6 last Saturday on July 16, and thanked the Council members who attended; and also members of the Police Department and Parks Department. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, July 20, 2005 Page 5 of 5 Carol Arends noted there are a lot of interesting things going on this time of year.. .she thanked Dianne Robinson for hosting the District 6 Block Party on Hewitt; and thanked Brad Gehring for announcing information about the Vietnam Veterans Memorial "Wall" that is coming to Bremerton. Will Maupin reported on his attendance at the Puget Sound Regional Council Growth Management Policy Board meeting last Thursday. Mike Short thanked all those who attended the meeting last night to discuss "Safety on Kitsap Lake" Daren Nytlren invited citizens to attend the District 3 Community Meeting along with Council Members and residents from District 1, 2, and 5 on Tuesday, July 26, 2005 from 7:00 to 8:30 P.M. to hear a presentation on the community plan for East Park by representatives from MITHUN ARCHITECTS at the Manette Senior Center located at East 13th Street & Nipsic Avenue. With no further business, the meeting of the City Council was adjourned at 8:17 P.M. P pre~ LO I SMITH Legislative Assistant Attest: DN/PJ/ls/cge