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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/21/2016 DIGITAL RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, December 21, 2016 The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, December 21, 2016, at 5:00 PM in Council Conference Room 603 of the NORM DICKS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 345 6th Street, Bremerton, Washington, with Council President Eric Younger presiding. Council Members present were Richard Huddy, Dino Davis, Greg Wheeler, Jerry McDonald, Leslie Daugs, and Pat Sullivan. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Shannon Corin; Council Assistant Christine Grenier; and Kevin Matthew, Information Services Manager. A COUNCIL BRIEFING 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 Pastor Dale Swanson of Lincoln Bible Church. MAYOR'S REPORT— Mayor Lent announced... • Joe Sexton, Police Community Resource Officer; plus Deborah Woolston and Diane Manning of the Neighborhood Block Watch Group were here to present the 2016 Neighborhood Improvement Awards to Melvin &Janiece Chipman; Alan & Karen Delaney; David & Lucina Dunbar; Richard & Arlene Falley; Thelma Kuehn; Dale Maupin; and Michael & Darla Shannon; • Susanna's Antiques on Callow Avenue has some new acquisitions available for sale which may fit well into older homes; • The Sheridan Park Community Center will be closed on December 26 and January 2 for the holidays; and the Gym will be closed for annual maintenance from December 19 through 29; • Nightshade, a new business located at 2003 East 11th Street in Manette is now open; • Goodwill will be hosting free job training from January 9 to March 2; • The "Longest Night Vigil for the Homeless" hosted by the Kitsap Interfaith Network is also being held tonight at the First Christian Church; • Residents may recycle their Christmas trees from December 26 through January 20 at either Public Works facility on Oyster Bay Avenue or Olympus Drive; • Volunteers are needed for the 2017 "Point-in-Time" Homeless Count on Wednesday, January 25 or on Thursday, January 26 at the Salvation Army; and lastly • Wished the community and City Council Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Collins Clark-Hill thanked Congressman Derek Kilmer and Executive Assistant to the Mayor Elaine Valencia for the assistance they provided prior to a recent trip to Washington DC; invited the Council Members to attend the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration on January 16; and to please save the dates June 17 -19 for the Annual Juneteenth Celebration. Regina Rave Hill looked forward to an upcoming move to Japan, where she hopes to become more involved with her sorority's activities, plus the opportunity to experience a different culture. Lavon Watson commented on a recent newspaper article on police activity in removing "illegal massageparlors" from Bremerton and KitsapCounty; shared that Januaryis National Human Y Trafficking Awareness Month; and hoped that the City of Bremerton would form a shareholders group to address this issue. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, December 21, 2016 Page 2 of 5 Lesley Bush also expressed concerns about the increase in human trafficking cases on a local level; and emphasized that this is completely separate from other legitimate massage therapists in attendance tonight, but they offered their support in shutting down illicit use of the industry. Gail Gillespie shared that the Fraternal Order of Eagles have created a program "Those Who Serve" to help those serving in the military or in law enforcement fields. Terry Fessner hoped Council would add "safe routes to schools" to its list of goals next year; and wished Council Members a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. CONSENT AGENDA 5A— Claims & Check Register: Check Numbers 371325 through 371522, and EFT-16780 through EFT-16832 in the amount of$1,816,008.47; and IAFF Retro Pay for the pay period ending October 15, 2016 in the amount of$80,508.05 5B— Minutes of Meeting — December 7, 2016 5C — Minutes of Study Session — December 14, 2016 5D — Confirm Reappointment of Jordy Andrew as the City of Bremerton Representative on the Capital Grant Review Committee for the Kitsap Coordinated Grant Application Process 5E — Confirm Reappointment of Rick Tift to the Bremerton Planning Commission 5F — Confirm Appointment of Daniel Conley to the Bremerton Planning Commission 5G — Ordinance No. 5311 to amend Chapter 2.18 of the Bremerton Municipal Code entitled "Audit Committee and City Auditor" 5H — Kitsap 911 Service Agreement for enhanced Emergency 911 Communications Services 51 — Amendment to the Kitsap County/City of Bremerton Agreement for Incarceration of Prisoners 5J — Resolution No. 3282 to authorize Year-End Interfund Loans from Fund 102 ("Streets") to Fund 315 ("Transportation Capital"); Fund 317 ("Lebo Boulevard Construction"); and Fund 334 ("Washington Avenue Connector") 5K— Ordinance No. 5316 to amend Ordinance No. 5292 establishing the FY-2016 City of Bremerton Budget, as amended by Ordinance No. 5303 Daniel Conley thanked the City, and looked forward to being involved in making a difference. 06:03:47 M/S/C/U (Huddy/Sullivan) Move to approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented. PUBLIC HEARING 6A— FINAL PUBLIC HEARING ON LEASE AGREEMENT FOR CLAREMONT EAST RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, INC: Jeff Elevado, Parks & Recreation Director, explained that Claremont East Retirement Apartments currently leases 3,700 square feet of paved Parks property and 1,000 square feet of City right-of-way, located north of the Sheridan Park Community Center on the south side of Juniper Street for employee parking. This lease will expire on January 9, 2017 and representatives for Claremont have requested extending the lease for another 10-year term. On October 25, 2016, the Parks & Recreation Commission made a recommendation to City Council to approve extension of the lease. The Public Works Department has agreed to issue a permit to allow use of 1,000 square feet of the Juniper Street right-of-way. In consideration for use of the identified City property, Claremont East will pay the City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, December 21, 2016 Page 3 of 5 City a monthly fee of $411.93 plus lease-hold excise tax, and provide the required liability insurance policy naming the City as additionally insured. Mr. Elevado added that this was the second of two public hearings. President Younger opened the public hearing... With no public comments received, President Younger closed the hearing to the public, and opened for discussion by the City Council... 06:05:32 Motion was made by Huddy and seconded by Daugs... Questions were asked by Huddy; with responses provided by Mr. Elevado... President Younger clarified that since this public hearing involves parks property, a unanimous vote is required for passage... 06:07:33 M/S/C/U (Huddy/Daugs) Move to approve the Lease Agreement with Claremont East Retirement Apartments, Inc.; and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the agreement with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented. GENERAL BUSINESS 7A— PURCHASE OF TWO (2) FIRE ENGINES AND ONE (1) LADDER TRUCK FROM ROSENBAUER, LLC: Fire Chief Al Duke summarized that the Fire Department is proposing to purchase two fire engines and ladder truck from Rosenbauer, LLC. A vehicle spec committee has evaluated a number of different manufacturers and this is their recommendation. The cost for the two engines is $1,105,622; and the cost of the ladder truck is $945,979 for a total of$2,051,601 plus tax. The Fire Department is using the National Joint Powers Alliance and the City's member number is 20107. Rosenbauer, LLC's contract number with NJPA is 011714-RSD. There were no questions or comments from the public... 06:12:03 Motion was made by Davis and seconded by Daugs... Questions and comments were provided by Davis, Daugs, Wheeler, Huddy, and Younger; with responses provided by Chief Duke... 06:18:07 M/S/C/U Move to approve the purchase of two engines at a cost of $1,105,622; and one ladder truck at $945,979, for a total of$2,051,601 plus tax from Rosenbauer, LLC. 7B —AUTHORIZE THE ADDITION OF A CIVIL ENGINEER II TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES; AND AMEND THE FY-2017 CITY OF BREMERTON BUDGET: Tom Knuckev, City Engineer, explained that staff is requesting a Transportation Engineer (CEII) be restored to the Department of Public Works & Utilities. The position is essential for delivery of all programmed Capital Projects in 2017, and justified based on ongoing capital and operational workload. He continued that the addition of the position will allow the Division to develop work plans for implementation of sidewalk improvements related to the $100,000 ADA Transition Plan and the residential street and sidewalk program, as well as a host of other operational activities that have been delayed. Comments from the public were provided by Terry Fessner... 06:29:02 Motion was made by Sullivan and seconded by Huddy... Questions and comments were provided by Sullivan, Huddy, Daugs, Davis, Wheeler, and Younger; with responses provided by Mr. Knuckev... City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, December 21, 2016 Page 4 of 5 06:47:31 M/S/C Move to authorize the addition of a Civil Engineer II to the Department of Public Works & Utilities; and amend the FY-2017 City of Bremerton Budget accordingly. Voted in Favor of Motion: Davis, Huddy, Sullivan, McDonald, Younger Voted Opposed to Motion: Wheeler, Daugs Motion carried: 5-Yes; 2-No COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Richard Huddy shared highlights from the "Wreaths Across America" Ceremony at Ivy Green Cemetery; thanked Jeff Elevado, Tom Cressman and Parks Maintenance for all of their work in getting the cemetery ready for the ceremony; and recalled the launch of Apollo 8. Dino Davis reminded the community to shop local businesses including those on Callow and in Manette; commended Council Members Daugs and Wheeler for voicing their concerns tonight; wished everyone Happy Holidays and a prosperous New Year; thanked Mayor Lent and City staff for another exemplary year; and that he looked forward to next year. Greg Wheeler also commented on the effort and the amount of work done by so many people to make the "Wreaths Across America" event a reality and thanked everyone from the Lions, Eagles, Rotary, Elks, and Kiwanis for all they did behind the scenes; thanked City staff for working long hours and at times, even during inclement weather; thanked fellow Council Members, and Mayor Lent for a productive year; and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Jerry McDonald reported on work being done on the former Sears building which will soon be updated to include apartments; and also wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Leslie Daugs also thanked and appreciated City staff for everything they do; hoped others would enjoy time with family; encouraged safety by watching for children who are out of school for break, including keeping an eye on pets; and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and looked forward to a new year. Pat Sullivan also attended the ceremony at Ivy Green Cemetery and was extremely proud that we honor those who serve; appreciated the opportunity to get to know City staff in the past year; enjoyed working with fellow Council Members; thanked staff Lori and Christine for the efforts provided throughout the year to Council; and also wished everyone a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and a safe holiday. Eric Younger announced that this is the last meeting of this year, with the next meeting scheduled for January 4, 2017; brought up 37-year employee Cathy Johnson, Financial Services Director to thank her on behalf of the Council for her service and wished her well in her retirement; also hoped everyone would have a very Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and safe travels. With no further business, President Younger adjourned the Council Meeting at 7:06 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: CHRISTINE GRENIER Council Assistant City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, December 21, 2016 Page 5 of 5 APPRO D by the City Council on the 4th day of January, 2017. Eric Young-r, Cou Jrresident AT ST: Shannon L. Corin, City Clerk EY:SC:Is:cg