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Home My WebLink About01/02/2019 AGENDA PACKET______________________________________________________________ CITY COUNCIL 345 6th Street, Suite 100, Bremerton, WA 98337 - Phone (360) 473-5280 JANUARY 2, 2019 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 1.BRIEFING: 5:00 – 5:30 P.M. in COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM 603 A. Review of Agenda B. General Council Business 2.CALL TO ORDER: 5:30 P.M. in FIRST FLOOR CHAMBERS A. Pledge of Allegiance B. Invocation 3.ELECTION OF 2019 COUNCIL OFFICERS A.Council President B.Council Vice-President 4.MAYOR'S REPORT 5.PUBLIC RECOGNITION 6.CONSENT AGENDA A.Claims & Check Register B.Minutes of Meeting – December 19, 2018 7.GENERAL BUSINESS – There are no General Business items tonight… 8.COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS 9.ADJOURNMENT OF CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING 10.STUDY SESSION – COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM 603 A. Briefing by 2019 Council President Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations provided upon request. Those requiring special accommodations please contact the City Clerk at (360) 473-5323 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. ELECTION PROCEDURE 1. Presiding Officer shall ask: “Are there nominations for the office of President/Mayor Pro Tempore?” 2. Any member may then say: “I nominate ________________.” 3. Nominations do not require a second. 4. Presiding Officer should repeat the request for further nominations. 5. The Presiding Officer may declare nominations closed or a member of the Council may move that nominations for that office are closed – this does not require a second. 6. Ballots will have been distributed to each Council member in advance indicating the position to be filled, a space to write in their vote, and a signature space for the Council member voting. A ballot will be declared invalid if not signed by the Council member. 7. Ballots will be given to the City Clerk. The vote of each Council member will be read. She will then count the ballots and announce the winner. A majority of those sitting determines the election. 8. If there is only one nominee for a position, a member may make a motion directing the City Clerk to “cast the ballot for ____________________ for the position of ___________________.” The members are then asked to vote by roll call rather than ballot. A majority of the full Council determines the election. 9. The above procedures should be followed for the position of Vice-President. 10. For further information, see “Roberts Rules of Order”. AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Claims & Check Register Study Session Date: N/A COUNCIL MEETING Date: January 2, 2019 Department: Legal Services Presenter: Angela Woods Phone: (360) 473-5323 SUMMARY: Approval of the following checks and electronic fund transfers: 1) Check Numbers 382435 through 382585 and Electronic Fund Transfers V19300 through V19335 in the grand total amount of $1,267,795.19 2) Regular Payroll for the pay period ending December 15, 2018 in the amount of $844,490.86 3) Regular Payroll - Pay Out & Correction for the pay period ending December 15, 2018 in the amount of $204.17 4) Retiree Payment for the pay period ending December 31, 2018 in the amount of $51,888.75 ATTACHMENTS: FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): STUDY SESSION AGENDA: ☒ Limited Presentation ☐ Full Presentation STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the consent agenda as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 01/02/2018 6A AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Minutes of Meeting – December 19, 2018 Study Session Date: N/A COUNCIL MEETING Date: January 2, 2019 Department: City Council Presenter: Council President Phone: (360) 473-5280 SUMMARY: The Minutes of Meeting held on December 19, 2018 are attached. ATTACHMENTS: Meeting Minutes FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): None STUDY SESSION AGENDA: ☒ N/A STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the December 19, 2018 Meeting Minutes as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 11/3/17 6B DIGITAL RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, December 19, 2018 The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, December 19, 2018, 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, Michael Goodnow, Tony Hillman, Kevin Gorman, Leslie Daugs, and Pat Sullivan. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Angela Woods; Legislative/Auditor Assistant Christine Grenier; and Network Administrator Dave Sorensen. 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 Bishop Kurt Wiest of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. MAYOR’S REPORT– Mayor Wheeler…  Brought forward Joe Sexton, Community Resource Officer and Block Watch Captains Dianne Manning; Deborah Woolston; and Chris Petig who presented the “2018 Neighborhood Improvement Awards” to City of Bremerton residents Walter Malloy; Bridget Callahan; Rachel Harris; Ralph & Nancy Ortiz; Brian & Dolores Bennett; Pat Ward & Jim Fox; Aaron & Fumika Baker; Troy Trowler; and Emily Hatt;  Closed with comments on how pleased he was to see increasing permit revenue; and wished the community a safe and happy holiday season. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Perry White shared experiences from a recent trip to Kentucky, where he observed their communities have the same problems as Bremerton, but have a very low-profile police presence. Jerry McDonald was concerned about the lack of progress made on a downtown parking plan, especially with a major shipyard remodel project that is going to draw more workers downtown. Airen Lydick expressed concerns about a white nationalist poster that was distributed within the City limits; asked Council to take action against this rhetoric; and also to revisit the Resolution to declare Bremerton a “Welcoming City”. Lindsey Haley, West Sound for Social Justice, shared that concerned individuals will be meeting tomorrow with the Mayor and Police Chief Burchett to discuss the white nationalist posters. Wendy Jones was concerned that the posters’ message encourages bigotry and violence. Robin Carsen, West Sound for Social Justice, was also concerned about potential violence against Jews and Muslims. Karen Vargas, Emmanuel Apostolic Church, was concerned for our children and community; and that this hatred needs to be addressed. Kathy Meyer also asked the Council to support the Resolution. Jo Walter stated that action is needed and supported earlier comments. Chuck Tanner emphasized that hatred cannot be tolerated in our community. Jakeer Irvin shared that along with other students from Bremerton High School, they are attending tonight’s City Council Meeting as part of an assignment for their Civics class. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, December 19, 2018 Page 2 of 5 CONSENT AGENDA 5A – Claims & Check Register: Check Numbers 382207 through 382434, and EFT-V19237 through EFT-V19299 in the amount of $3,501,084.96; Regular Payroll for the pay period ending November 30, 2018 in the amount of $849,179.64; Regular Payroll (Pay Out & Supplemental) for the pay period ending November 30, 2018 in the amount of $11,086.89 5B – Minutes of Meeting – December 5, 2018 5C – Minutes of Study Session – December 12, 2018 5D – Confirm Reappointment of Erik Pedersen to the Planning Commission 5E – Confirm Reappointment of Richard Nerf to the Planning Commission 5F – Confirm Appointment of Eric Morley to the Arts Commission 5G – Confirm Appointment of Joseph Veltkamp to the Arts Commission 5H – Confirm Appointment of Michael Laughlin to the Arts Commission 5I – Interagency Agreement Amendment No. 1 with Department of Enterprise Services; and Approve Funding for the CE-1 Pump Station Modifications Project 5J – Contract Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Kitsap County Administrative Services for Court Security Services 5K – Interlocal Agreement with Kitsap County, Cities of Bainbridge Island, Poulsbo, Port Orchard, Suquamish Tribe, and Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe for RideAlong Labs, Inc. Services 5L – Purchase of 2019 Vehicles and Equipment 5M – Ingress and Ingress Easement across City Property for Sound Ridge Drive 5N – First Amendment to the Agreement with Kitsap County for Incarceration of Prisoners 5O – Professional Services Agreement with the Johnston Group for Federal Legislative/Agency Representation Services President Younger thanked Planning Commission appointees; and recognized Arts Commission appointees in attendance Michael Laughlin; Eric Morley; and Joseph Veltkamp for their willingness to volunteer. There were no questions or comments from the public… 06:17:50 M/S/C/U (Daugs/Gorman) Move to approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented. GENERAL BUSINESS 6A – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH KITSAP COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR THE 2019 WEATHERIZATION AND MINOR HOME REPAIR PROGRAM : Mayor Wheeler summarized that in the passing of the 2019 Budget the City Council Authorized a $100,000 expenditure from the Affordable Housing Capital Fund to Kitsap Community Resources for the Weatherization and Minor Home Repair Program. This program will begin January 1, 2019 and is anticipated to serve approximately 15 households. Irmgard Davis, Interim Executive Director for Kitsap Community Resources, was also available to answer any questions. There were no questions or comments from the public… Council Member Daugs recused herself since she is currently a member of the KCR Board of Directors… City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, December 19, 2018 Page 3 of 5 06:20:49 Motion was made by Hillman and seconded by Goodnow… Comments and questions were made by Hillman, Sullivan, Huddy, and Younger; with responses provided by Ms. Davis… 06:29:08 M/S/C (Hillman/Goodnow) Move to approve the Professional Services Agreement and Scope of Work for Citywide Weatherization and Minor Home Repair with Kitsap Community Resources in the amount of $100,000; and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the agreement with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented. Voted in favor of the Motion: Gorman, Hillman, Goodnow, Sullivan, Younger Voted opposed to the Motion: Huddy Abstained: Daugs Motion carried: 5-Yes; 1-No; 1-Abstention 6B – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BREMERTON HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR THE RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Mayor Wheeler shared that the 2019 Budget includes $100,000 for a Rental Assistance, and it was anticipated that this program would be administered by Bremerton Housing Authority (BHA). The attached Professional Services Agreement implements this budgeted program. Highlights of the contract are as follows: 1) Administrative costs that can be billed by BHA are capped at $10,000; and 2) $90,000 will be used for rental assistance for households whose income is between 40 and 60% of Area Median Income (AMI) of Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) income limits. Kurt Wiest, Executive Director for the Bremerton Housing Authority, was also available to answer any questions. Jerry McDonald asked for clarification on overhead costs associated with running the program. Mr. Wiest responded 10%. 06:34:27 Motion was made by Daugs and seconded by Gorman…Comments were made by Daugs, Gorman, Goodnow, Daugs, Huddy and Younger; and questions were asked by Sullivan, Hillman, Huddy, and Younger; with responses provided by Mr. Lubovich and Mr. Wiest… 06:50:09 M/S/C (Daugs/Gorman) Move to approve the Professional Services Agreement with Bremerton Housing Authority for the 2019 Rental Assistance Program; and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the agreement with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented. Voted in favor of the Motion: Gorman, Hillman, Goodnow, Daugs, Younger Voted opposed to the Motion: Huddy, Sullivan Motion carried: 5-Yes; 2-No 6C – 2019 DUES FOR THE CITY OF BREMERTON TO REJOIN THE KITSAP REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL: President Younger explained that the Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council Board recognizes Bremerton as an integral part of the Kitsap region, and believe that Bremerton’s membership on the Council would be mutually beneficial and strengthen a collaborative approach to land use and transportation issues of benefit to the region. The KRCC Board acknowledges reservations expressed by the City of Bremerton, and proposed to amend the KRCC Interlocal Agreement and Bylaws at the next KRCC Board Meeting on December 4, 2018 regarding the voting structure and quorum per the attached letter. There were no questions or comments from the public… City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, December 19, 2018 Page 4 of 5 06:53:54 Motion was made by Daugs and seconded by Huddy…Comments were made by Daugs, Huddy, Sullivan, and Gorman… 06:58:07 M/S/C/U (Daugs/Huddy) Move to authorize payment of $25,900 for 2019 dues to rejoin KRCC beginning in January 2019; and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the agreement with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented. 6D – ORDINANCE NO. 5365 TO CREATE NEW CHAPTER 6.11 OF THE BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED “VACANT COMMERCIAL BUILDING REGISTRATION”: President Younger emphasized that the intent of this ordinance is to create a new Chapter 6.11 in the Bremerton Municipal Code. A program would be established to protect the community from blight that would otherwise be caused by improperly secured or maintained vacant buildings; and ensure compliance with the International Property Maintenance Code. Jerry McDonald suggested connecting prospective businesses to this program. 07:04:40 Motion was made by Goodnow and seconded by Daugs…Comments were made by Daugs and Younger… 07:06:32 M/S/C/U (Goodnow/Daugs) Move to pass Ordinance No. 5365 creating new Chapter 6.11 of the Bremerton Municipal Code entitled “Vacant Commercial Building Registration”. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Richard Huddy thanked the homeowners who received the Neighborhood Improvement Awards; recognized the individuals who spoke regarding social justice tonight adding that further discussion is needed to understand the issues; and emphasized the importance of funding the Residential Streets Program. Michael Goodnow reflected on his first year in office; looked forward to setting new priorities early next year; and announced there will be a free screening of “It’s a Wonderful Life” at the Roxy Theatre on Friday beginning at 7:00 PM, although attendees are encouraged to arrive early. Tony Hillman also believed there should be a discussion on the issues raised tonight adding that there are ways available to address these types of concerns to make this community safe; looked forward to seeing what happens with the community programs put in place tonight; and wished everyone Happy Holidays and Happy New Year. Lastly, he announced that because he has accepted a job out of the area, regretfully, January 2, 2019 will be his last day as District 4 Council Member. He thanked all City employees for all making sure the Council Members regularly received the information necessary to make their decisions; and specifically thanked Council staff Lori and Christine for their work “behind the scenes”. Kevin Gorman thanked Tony for his presence on Council; thanked attendees who attended the District 3 Community Meeting last Saturday; and reminded anyone who wishes to receive future meeting notices, to please contact the Council office. Leslie Daugs also thanked Tony for serving on the Council; looked forward to a conversation on community safety; shared thoughts and prayers to the Mayor, Council, and people of Port Orchard following the aftermath of yesterday’s tornado; thanked City employees for their hard work throughout the year; and wished everyone Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. Pat Sullivan thanked City staff and Council staff Lori and Christine; City Attorney Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Angela Woods; IT Services Manager Kevin Matthew (including Hans Nilsson and Dave City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, December 19, 2018 Page 5 of 5 Sorenson); and BKAT Manager Jon Rauch for all their efforts in making these Council Meetings happen. Lastly, she wished the community safe and happy holidays. President Younger enjoyed attending the Retirement Celebration for Elaine Valencia with Legislative Office Manager Lori Smith to present a vase on behalf of the Council Members in recognition of her 44-years of service; announced that applications to fill the soon to be vacant seat in Council District 4 will be accepted until Noon on Friday, January 4, 2019, adding that this appointment will serve until the next General Election results are certified; reminded the community that the Council Meeting on Wednesday, December 26 has been cancelled; and that the next Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. President Younger then announced that the Council Members would be meeting in an Executive Session for 15-minutes as allowed under RCW 42.30.110 (1)(f). Council recessed at 7:26 PM… At 7:45 PM, the Executive Session was extended 15-minutes to 8:00 PM; extended 15-minutes to 8:15 PM; extended 10-Minutes to 8:25 PM; and then extended 5- Minutes to 8:30 PM… 08:33:52 M/S/C (Daugs/Goodnow) Allegations were brought to the City Council’s attention regarding Council Member Huddy’s behavior at and after three public events in October 2018. In response, the City Council decided to hire an outside investigator to interview witnesses and report back to the City Council on what was believed to have occurred. The City Council then reviewed the report. In sum, the investigator found that Council Member Huddy attended these events and made overly familiar statements to young women, or engaged in overly familiar conduct that made the young women justifiably uncomfortable. There were no allegations of any criminal misconduct, or more serious misconduct. Based on the contents of the report: Move to censure Council Member Huddy for such behavior at a public event. Voted in favor of the Motion: Sullivan, Daugs, Gorman, Hillman, Goodnow, Younger Voted opposed to the Motion: Huddy Motion carried: 6-Yes; 1-No With no further business, President Younger adjourned the Council Meeting at 8:35 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: ______________________________ CHRISTINE GRENIER Legislative/Auditor Assistant APPROVED by the City Council on the 2nd day of January, 2019. ________________________________________ ERIC YOUNGER, City Council President Attest: ________________________________________ ANGELA WOODS, City Clerk EY:AW:ls:cg Statement read into the record from Council Member Richard Huddy: “On December 17, 2018, after a six-week probe prompted by a false accusation, a professional investigator found no serious misconduct on my part. No instances of sexual jokes, innuendoes or advances, no inappropriate touching, and no requests for private meetings. Nonetheless, on December 19, 2018, in a new-low for Kitsap County politics, I was censured by the Bremerton City Council for conduct that was characterized as “overly familiar” and “mildly flirtatious.” Many who know me have already expressed support for me and contempt for the Council. Even if the report was accurate, the Council’s action was excessive and unjustified. I would resign my council seat immediately if the report was accurate, but it is not. The charges against me are false. The characterizations of what I said and did were distorted. The investigator accepted convincing lies, false accusations and damaging mischaracterizations as truth. The investigator also withheld information from me that effectively prevented me from helping her separate fact from fiction. I was not afforded due process. The Council accepted a flawed report as accurate, rushed to judgement, and did not give me the opportunity to refute allegations of which I first became aware when the report was published on December 17. Acting in haste, the Council’s vote for censure was a terrible disservice to the City, my District 6 constituents, my friends, my family and me. Sabrina and I are devastated by the wrongful actions of the City of Bremerton and the Bremerton City Council. This is the worst thing that has ever happened to us. I have been publicly shamed. My reputation is ruined. My political career is irreparably damaged. The official act of censure by the City Council will be forever linked to my name. Going forward in the midst of the hyper-sensitive #Me Too movement, I will observe tighter boundaries in my future interactions with people of all ages, but that is not what this is about. This is a malicious personal attack designed to eliminate me from local government. My solace at this time comes from the steadfast support of my wife, family and friends, and the certainty that I am innocent of anything beyond mild social naivete and being blind-sided by a political enemy. I am determined to exonerate myself and restore my good name. With the support of District 6 residents, I will continue to represent my constituents to the best of my ability for the remainder of my term which ends on December 31, 2019.” Council District 7 Eric Younger