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Home My WebLink About08/03/2016 DIGITAL RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETlNG MINUTES Wednesday, August 3, 2016 The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, August 3, 2016, at 5:00 PM in Council Conference Room 603 of the NoRnn DicKs GOVERNMENT CENTER, 345 6th Street, Bremerton, Washington, with Council Vice President Dino Davis presiding. Council Members present were Richard Huddy, Greg Wheeler, Jerry McDonald, Leslie Daugs, and Pat Sullivan. Council President Eric Younger was absent. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Shannon Corin; Legislative Assistant Lori Smith; and Kevin Matthew, Information Services Manager. A CouNci�BRiEFitv� was 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 Pat Sullivan followed by the invocation provided by Reverend David Stewart of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. MAYOR'S REPORT— Mayor Patty Lent... • Fire Chief AI Duke provided a briefing on the 6-unit apartment fire that took place on Wycoff Avenue July 16, and then presented a Mayor's "Above and Beyond" Recognition Award to Bremerton Police Officers J.D. Miller and Kellv Meade (who along with Navy Region Northwest firefighter Nick Pendergrass, who lives across the street), broke the fall of a 77-year-old woman who then only suffered a minor leg injury after dropping about 20 feet from her deck to escape the flames; • Bremerton Central Lions President Lon Howard discussed the Kure, Japan Sister City Exchange Student Program, thanked Program Coordinator Elaine Valencia and host families Andrea & Levi Ernst, Angie & Jay Harris, Melinda & David Manning, and Sara & Mark Leshley; and introduced 2016 exchange students Ami Koso, Yuko Nishipochi, and Saika Sasaki; • Manager Audrev Walter; Assistant Manager Rhoda Pollard; and Vice President of Operations Cassie Didericksen (Seattle) from Pacific Fabrics located at 4214 Wheaton Way discussed how they've enjoyed being a part of the community for many years; • West Sound Free Clinic provides free health care every 3�a Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:00 PM at the Salvation Army's Hygiene Center at 832 6th Street; • The Salad Shack will be hosting its Grand Opening on Saturday, August 6 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM at 722 Lebo Boulevard; • Farm Funk will host a concert on Saturday, August 20 from 2:00 to 10:00 PM at Minder Farms to benefit the Kitsap Community Food Co-Op; • MotoWest MX event will be on August 6 through 7 off Highway 3 & Bree Drive; • Noxious Weed Workshop hosted by the Kitsap Community and Agricultural Alliance (KCAA) on Sunday, August 21 from 12:00 to 3:00 PM in the Meeting Chambers; • 1St Annual Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Fly-in will have several events from August 19 through 20 at the Bremerton National Airport; • Free smoke alarms donated by the Red Cross will be available to Bremerton homeowners by visiting the City's website at www.BremertonWA.gov/smokealarms; • One of the 2016 Best Places for First Responders included the City of Bremerton; and • Was proud that Bremerton's Nathan Adrian is officially on the US Olympics Swim Team. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, August 3, 2016 Page 2 of 5 KEDA QUARTERLY REPORT John Powers, Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) Executive Director provided a 2"a Quarter Update; shared a video featuring "Aerospace"; and invited Council Members to attend the Kitsap Aerospace & Defense Alliance (KADA) 23�d Annual Meeting on Tuesday, August 23 from 3:00 to 6:00 PM in the Avian Center at the Bremerton National Airport. PUBLIC RECOGNITION (Below is only a summary of the full comments provided...) Mike Walton, Community Relations Coordinator with the Kitsap Family YMCA, briefed the community on the events and activities taking place at the Y this summer. Dean Tinqev, Executive Director for Kitsap County Historical Society, announced that a restored 1931 Chevrolet mail truck will be displayed at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds from August 24 to 28 (during the Fair). Robin Henderson with the Manette Neighborhood Coalition and Manette Business Association, announced several events taking place in Manette. John Hanson, President of the Bremerton Historic Ships Association, provided an update on marketing and programs. Bernie Waldbilliq of Susanna's Antiques, was proud to announce a One Year Anniversary sale would be held on August 12 & 13 offering 20% off all items in recognition of their business surviving its first year; and encouraged everyone to shop other businesses on Callow Avenue. Caroline Stein of the Washington State Science & Engineer Fair, discussed how funding received from the Lodging Tax distribution is used. Beckv Tatman with Kitsap Civil Survival, reiterated her request for Bremerton to take the lead in "Banning the Box" to provide an opportunity for those who have served time to at least receive the chance for a job interview. Rav Garrido of Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center, acknowledged the Bremerton Stake Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints for donating 100 back packs with school supplies. James Knauer, Bremerton Symphony Fiscal Services Manager, thanked the City for their continued support with funding from the Lodging Tax. CONSENT AGENDA 5A— Claims & Check Register: Check Numbers 369462 through 369633, and EFT-16308 through EFT-16352 in the amount of$1,384,193.74; Regular Payroll for the pay period ending July 15, 2016 in the amount of$751,047.08; Regular Payroll (Correction) for the pay period ending July 15, 2016 in the amount of$204.75; Retiree Payroll for the pay period ending July 31, 2016 in the amount of$52,230.88; Regular Payroll (BPOG Retro) for the pay period January 1 through May 15, 2016 in the amount of$30,592.22; Regular Payroll (BPMA Retro) for the pay period January 1 through May 15, 2016 in the amount of$3,739.08; and Regular Payroll (BPD Retro) for the pay period January 1 through May 15, 2016 in the amount of$2,404.31 5B — Minutes of Meeting —July 20, 2016 5C — Minutes of Special Meeting —July 27, 2016 5D— Confirm Appointment of Elizabeth Wrenn to Position No. 2 of the Parks & Recreation Commission City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, August 3, 2016 Page 3 of 5 5E— Confirm Appointments of Robin Henderson, Anna Laurie, and Sharon Shrader to the Citizen's Commission on Council Salaries 5F — Professional Services Agreement with Parametrix for the Evergreen Rotary Park Nearshore Restoration Preliminary Design Project; and Amendment to the 2016 Parks Construction Fund 5G — Approve Submittal of FY-2016 Public Works Construction Loan Applications to the Washington State Department of Commerce, Public Works Board 5H — Lease Agreement with Kitsap Mental Health Services for the Olympus Office Complex Building located at 3027 Olympus Drive, Bremerton There were no questions or comments by the public... 06:34:05 M/S/C/U (Huddy/McDonald) Move to approve the CoNSE►vT AGEN�A as presented. GENERAL BUSINESS 6A—ACCEPTANCE OF THE LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE'S (LTAC) FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FY-2017 ALLOCATIONS: On behalf of Council President and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Chair Eric Younger, Vice President Davis summarized that the City anticipates approximately $605,000 in revenue which will be available for distribution in Fiscal Year 2017. The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) received thirteen (13) requests for funding. Committee members reached consensus and are recommending funding to all of the applicants and to continue the City of Bremerton's commitment to the Kitsap Conference Center. Recommended allocations include $224,200 for the applicants and $155,000 for the Kitsap Conference Center. The City of Bremerton also has a 50 year commitment ending in 2040 with the Admiral Theatre Foundation for$90,000 per year plus an additional $60,000 per year through 2017 for a total allocation of$150,000. It is also recommended that $75,800 (unallocated by the committee)will be carried over as part of the beginning fund balance for Fiscal Year 2017. There were no questions or comments by the public... 06:41:25 Motion was made by Daugs, and seconded by Sullivan... Comments were provided by Daugs... � 06:42:10 M/S/C/U (Daugs/Sullivan) Move to accept the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee's recommendations as presented; and to include the allocations in the City of Bremerton's Fiscal Year 2017 Proposed Budget. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Pat Sullivan welcomed volunteers to the "Monthly Lions Park Work Party" on Saturday, August 13 from 10:00 AM to Noon along the shoreline; and enjoyed participating in Josh Farley's Story Walk held at Lions Park last Saturday. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, August 3, 2016 Page 4 of 5 Leslie Dauqs announced the schedule for the "Summer Food Service Program for Children" ongoing from June 11 through August 11; reminded families that the Bremerton School District will be hosting a Back to School Fair& Fun Run on Tuesday, August 16 and Bremerton Foodline will also be hosting a Back to School event on Thursday, August 18. She reminded everyone to "Save the Date" of Sunday, September 18 for the Annual Raise the Roof Dinner& Auction for the Kitsap Habitat for Humanity; thanked Salvation Army for hosting the Lunch with the Electeds event and for their community service; thanked Police and Fire for their service; encouraged people to get a free smoke alarm; and wished Nathan Adrian good luck at the Olympics. Jerrv McDonald announced Ranger& the Re-Arrangers will play August 4 and Marc Johnson &Joey Niemann will play August 11 at the next two "Music in Manette" concerts at the Whitey Domstad Vista from 6:30 to 8:30 PM; Chance McKinney with Afton Pratter witl play August 6 and Boy Blue Band with Tres Hombres led by Tom Pike will play August 13 at the next two "Rock the Dock" concerts on the Bremerton Boardwalk from 5:00 to 7:00 PM; announced that the Saboteur Bakery has now opened at 2110 East 11th Street in Manette; and looked forward to the AOPA Barnstormers Party on Friday, August 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM and the Annual Fly- In on Saturday, August 20 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the Bremerton National Airport. Greq Wheeler looked forward to the Kiwanis Park Farmers Market on Sunday, August 14 from 12:00 to 4:00 PM and hoped to see as many people there as possible so that this market might return again next year; and relayed a few stories to give examples on how the Bremerton Police Officers do extraordinary and caring things for the citizens in our community like checking a homeless woman's injured dog or demonstrating compassion by moving police activity away from a church that was concluding funeral services. Richard Huddv shared a story of how Pacific Fabrics helped him last summer with locating a hard to find button; acknowledged the importance of the message conveyed by the mission of Civil Survival; and then displayed photos to enhance his comments about his attendance at the Salvation Army Lunch with the Electeds (where he also learned about Kitsap Connect); a visit with the Kure Exchange Students and their host families; a visit to Eastside Baby Corner (EBC) West Sound); attendance at the Grand Opening of Blue Sky Hobbies; his participation (along with Council Member Pat Sullivan) in the "Josh Farley Story Walk" at Lions Park; and a ride on the USS Gridley as part of Seattle SeaFair's Parade of Ships as part of Fleet Week. Vice-President Davis announced that Council Members anticipated action following a 15- Minute Executive Session to discuss Potential Litigation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). 8A— EXECUTIVE SESSION 07:40:55 (Daugs/Wheeler) M/S/C/U Move to authorize the City Attorney to prepare and file an appeal of the County's Comprehensive Plan 2016 Update to the Growth Management Hearings Board, relating to Land Use Policy 25, and to subsequently file a complaint in Superior Court for a declaratory judgment invalidating the Settlement Agreement executed in May of 2005 with the Kitsap County and the property owners in the South Kitsap UGA. With no further business, Vice-President Davis adjourned the Council Meeting at 7:41 PM. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, August 3, 2016 Page 5 of 5 Prepared and Submitted by: � � LORI SMITH Legislative Assistant APPROV by the City Council on the 17th day of August, 2016. � Eric Younger, ouncil ident ATTEST: • Shannon L. Corin, City Clerk EY:SC:Is:cg