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Wednesday, July 1, 2020
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Justin Gurley asked who had the contract for Parking Enforcement in the City of Bremerton.
President Younger responded that the name of the company is Impark.
Shevy Schamaus expressed her appreciation for the questions the Council Members asked the
Fire Chief during the last business item.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Pat Sullivan appreciated each of the views expressed by her fellow Council Members, including
the ability to “agree to disagree”; and wished everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July.
Leslie Daugs reported that she attended the Association of Washington Cities Annual
Conference held virtually by Zoom; thanked all of the citizens who provided comments during the
proposal for a Race Equity Advisory Committee; read a statement about her reasons and
intentions for forming the committee; wished everyone a safe holiday; and encouraged people to
check on their neighbors while we are still in the pandemic.
Lori Wheat expressed apologies to Council Member Daugs for the unfairness she felt was
directed at her by fellow Council Members during tonight’s meeting and hoped that Council would
work on grace and not being condescending or insulting; enjoyed attending the virtual AWC
Annual Conference; thanked everyone for the civic engagement; directed citizens to the City’s
website to get accurate information about lighting fireworks; and lastly commented on the
numbers for COVID-19 cases going up, and encouraged everyone to please wear a mask.
Kevin Gorman appreciated the civic discourse tonight.
Michael Goodnow also spoke about his concerns due to COVID-19 cases increasing, and
therefore encouraged everyone to avoid gatherings, comply with social distancing, and to wear a
mask; also expressed his appreciation for the discourse among the Council and wanted everyone
to know he really listens, and enjoys this Council. He also offered his suggestion that there
should be some criteria or guidelines for hiring positions, and if not met, then the position should
be posted to the outside. He further suggested that Council could give clearer guidelines to the
administration to help improve the process; and lastly, wished everyone a safe 4th of July holiday.
Mike Simpson appreciated the spirited debate; briefly discussed COVID-19; and emphasized the
meaning behind the colors of the flag.
Eric Younger wished everyone a happy and safe 4th of July; and encouraged anyone who
wanted to buy fireworks to please support Boy Scout Troop 1506 where he would be assisting in
manning their stand in the Saars Parking lot in East Bremerton.
With no further business, President Younger adjourned the Council Meeting at 9:21 PM.
Prepared and Submitted by:
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LORI SMITH
Legislative Office Manager