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Home My WebLink About02/20/2019DIGITAL RECORDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, February 20, 2019 The weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, February 20, 2019, 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, Lori Wheat, Kevin Gorman, Leslie Daugs, and Pat Sullivan. Also present were City Attorney Roger Lubovich; City Clerk Angela Woods; Legislative Office Manager Lori Smith; and Information Services Manager Dave Kevin Matthew. 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 Reverend David Stewart of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, MAYOR'S REPORT —Mayor Wheeler... • Provided a report on the City's response to the snow and ice storm last week; and • Thanked volunteers for clearing sidewalks near the schools, first responders who were on service calls in challenging conditions, and crews who were plowing and sanding the roads. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Roy Runyon suggested that after a street is plowed, deicer should be applied immediately; and added that the City should consider purchasing a snowplow. Robert Parker expressed concerns about his recent unsatisfactory experience when applying for a business license renewal; and hoped that the City would look at ways to improve this process. CONSENT AGENDA 5A — Claims &Check Register: Check Numbers 383159 through 383333, and EFT-V19460 through EFT419504 in the amount of $2,240,801.08 513 — Minutes of Joint Planning Workshop — January 26, 2019 5C — Minutes of Meeting —February 6, 2019 5D — Minutes of Study Session — February 13, 2019 5E — Professional Services Agreement with the Bremerton School District to provide a full-time School Resource Officer 5F — Municipal Master Lease Agreement with Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA for Golf, Beverage, and Utility Carts for use at Gold Mountain Golf Course 5G — Amendment No. 2 to Services Reimbursement Agreement with the Kitsap Public Health District for Security Services at the Salvation Army 5H — Purchase of Retrofit Items for the Closed -Circuit Television Van (CCTV) from Cues, Inc. 5I — Purchase of a Remount/Refurbish fora 2019 Dodge Ram 4500 from Braun NW, Inc. of Chehalis, WA; and a Power Load Lift from Stryker Medical of Chicago, IL 5J — Purchase of a 2019 Ford F-250 from Columbia Ford of Longview, WA 5K — Purchase of a 2019 Ford Escape from Columbia Ford of Longview, WA 5L — Interlocal Agreement with Kitsap Transit for Schedule 74 Underground Power Conversion for the Wheaton Way Transit Center; and related Budget Adjustment City Council Reg, Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, February 20, 2019 Page2of3 5M — Resolution No. 3315 repealing Resolution No. 3187; and adopting new Bremerton City Council Rules & Procedures There were no questions or comments from the public... 05:54:22 M/S/C/U (Sullivan/Daugs) Move to approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented. GENERAL BUSINESS 6A — RESOLUTION NO, 3316 AFFIRMING A COMMITMENT BY THE CITY OF BREMERTON THE PRINCIPLES OF EQUITY AND INCLUSION: President Younger explained that following the discovery of flyers that were posted throughout the City promoting the website of a known white supremacist group, members of the community brought their concerns to the City Council's attention. This resolution shows a commitment by the City Council that they wholly reject the promotion of any regressive ideologies that promote discrimination, bigotry, hatred, and violence; and the City Council supports the purpose outlined since 2014 in Policy 428 of the Bremerton Police Policy Manual that all individuals, regardless of their immigration status, must feel secure that contacting law enforcement will not make them vulnerable to deportation. To clarify the intent of the Resolution, President Younger then read the full text of Resolution No. 3316 into the record. Comments or questions from the public were provided by: Ray Garrido; Roy Runyon; Robert Parker; Tim Matthes; Mike Simpson; Airen Lydick; Martitha May; Lindsey HaileJo Walter, and Anna Eau Claire... 06:35:55 Motion was made by Daugs and seconded by Goodnow... Comments and questions were provided by Daugs; GOodnow, Sullivan (read a statement), Gorman, Wheat, Huddy, and Younger; with responses provided by Police Chief Jim Burchett... 07:17:44 M/S/C (Daugs/Goodnow) Move to approve Resolution No. 3316 affirming the City's commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion, and will continue to implement practices that seek to improve opportunities and quality of life for all residents, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, country of origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religious beliefs. Voted in favor of Motion: Daugs, Gorman, Wheat, Goodnow, Younger Voted opposed to Motion: Ruddy, Sullivan Motion carri Med: 5-Yes; and 2-No COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Richard Huddy reminded the public that it is the homeowner's responsibility to keep residential i sdewalks clear; requested input on how to keep arterial sidewalks clear so that residents can walk safely to transit stops; and was pleased that sidewalks are also included on the Council Goals, Michael Goodnow hoped that neighbors would continue to "band together" to get through future winter storms; thanked City staff for keeping the community safe; and hoped that there is continued discussion about now the City responds to clearing snow and ice. Lori Wheat announced that Kiwanis Park Work Parties will continue to be on 4t" Saturdays, with the kick-off for 2019 on Saturday, February 23 from 900 to 1100 AM; and looked forward to attending the Black History Discussion Panel on Monday, February 25 from 6:30 to 7:45 PM at the Kitsap Regional Library Downtown Branch. City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, February 20, 2019 Page 3 of 3 Leslie Daugs thanked Police, Fire, and Public Works for their efforts during this last major storm; and during the cold weather, reminded everyone to please stay safe, and to help your neighbors. Pat Sullivan also thanked emergency services and staff for the wonderful job responding to this severe and unusual storm. With no further business, President Younger adjourned the Council Meeting at 7:30 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: LORI SMITH Legislative Office Manager APPROVED by the City Council on the 6th day of March, 2019. t ERIC YOUNG , Ci Attest: GE EY:AW:Is:cg uncil President ODS, City Clerk