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Home My WebLink About05/06/2026 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PACKET345 6th Street, Suite 100, Bremerton, WA 98337; Council Office Phone (360) 473 -5280 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA May 6, 2026 Council Members and staff will be participating in the meeting in-person, and the public is invited to attend. Or beginning at 5:30 PM, the public may participate remotely through one of the following options:  To stream online only (via BKAT Feed, with no interaction possible): https://bremerton.vod.castus.tv/vod/?live=ch1&nav=live  Members of the public are invited to join the Zoom Meeting by clicking on the link below: https://bremertonwa-gov.zoom.us/j/89694813320?pwd=Z0JvSXNhSFp1c0xhL1NxUjRhN20xUT09  Or One tap mobile: US: +12532050468…89694813320#...*173061# or +12532158782…89694813320#...*173061#  Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 253 205 0468 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 669 444 9171 or +1 669 900 6833 Webinar ID: 896 9481 3320; Passcode: 173061 Public questions or comments may be submitted ahead of time to City.Council@bremertonwa.gov If attending the meeting in person is difficult due to disability, limited mobility, or other barriers, participants may request to provide their comments remotely. To arrange this accommodation, please contact the City Clerk at City.Clerk@bremertonwa.gov or (360) 473-5323 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. 1. BRIEFING: 5:00 – 5:30 P.M. in COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM 603 A. Review of Agenda B. General Council Business (Only as necessary) 2. CALL TO ORDER: 5:30 P.M. in FIRST FLOOR CHAMBERS 3. CONSENT AGENDA A. Claims & Check Register B. Minutes of Meeting - April 15, 2026 C. Minutes of Study Session – April 22, 2026 D. Contract with Active Construction, Inc. for the East 9th Street Stormwater Improvements Project 4. GENERAL BUSINESS - There are no General Business items. 5. MAYOR'S REPORT 6. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS 7. COMMUNITY COMMENT - Please state your name for the record and limit comments to 90 seconds. This is an opportunity to address the Council on topics not included on the agenda but still related to the work of the City Council. These guidelines are applied in a viewpoint-neutral manner and are intended to ensure this part of the business meeting remains focused on City Council business. 8. ADJOURNMENT OF CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Study Session Date: N/A Claims & Check Register COUNCIL MEETING Date: May 6, 2026 Department: Legal Services Presenter: Angela Hoover Phone: (360) 473-5323 SUMMARY: Approval of the following checks and electronic fund transfers: 1. Check Numbers 414696 – 414911 and EFT Numbers V46033 - V46185 in the grand total amount of $5,085,887.99 2. Regular Payroll for pay period ending April 15, 2026 in the amount of $1,258,631.12 3. Regular Payroll Payout for pay period April 15, 2026 in the amount of $2,888.39 4. Retiree Payroll for pay period ending April 30, 2026 in the amount of $41,377.43 ATTACHMENTS: FISCAL IMPACTS: STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the Claims & Check Register as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 04/19/2024 3A AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Minutes of Council Meeting – April 15, 2026 Study Session Date: N/A COUNCIL MEETING Date: May 6, 2026 Department: City Council Presenter: Council President Phone: (360) 473-5280 SUMMARY: The Minutes for the Council Meeting held on April 15, 2026 are attached. ATTACHMENTS: Council Meeting Minutes FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): None STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Mo ve to approve the April 15, 2026 Council Meeting Minutes as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 04/19/2024 3B CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, April 15, 2026 The bi-weekly meeting of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM in Council Conference Room 603 of the Norm Dicks Government Center, 345 6th Street, in Bremerton, Washington, with Council President Jane Rebelowski presiding. Councilmembers present were Jennifer Chamberlin, Denise Frey, Christy Cammarata, Michael Goodnow, Anna Mockler, and Rick Tift. At 5:30 PM, the meeting moved to the First Floor Meeting Chambers. Also present were City Attorney Kylie Finnell; Assistant City Attorney Brett Jette; Financial & Administrative Services Director Mike Riley; Acting City Clerk Lindsey Victor; Legislative Assistant Christine Grenier; and IT Manager Dave Sorensen. CONSENT AGENDA 3A – CLAIMS AND CHECK REGISTER Check Numbers 414536 through 414695 and EFT Numbers V45941 through V46032 in the grand total amount of $2,337,739.43; and Regular Payroll for pay period ending March 31, 2026 in the amount of $1,272,749.45 3B – MINUTES OF MEETING – APRIL 1, 2026 3C – MINUTES OF STUDY SESSION – APRIL 8, 2026 3D – APPOINTMENTS TO COMMITTEES TO WRITE STATEMENTS “FOR” AND “AGAINST” LEVY LID LIFT 3E – REQUEST FOR SALARY ADJUSTMENT FOR JENEISE BRIGGS PURSUANT TO BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.50.032 (B)(2) 3F – ORDINANCE NO. 5535 ESTABLISHING BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 9.94 ENTITLED “FIGHTING IN PUBLIC” 3G – ORDINANCE NO. 5536 REPEALING BREMERTON MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 6.28.100 ENTITLED “MANDATORY LITTER BAGS” 3H – CONTRACT WITH INSITUFORM TECHNOLOGIES, LLC FOR THE 2026 SEWER REHABILITATION PROJECT 3I – GOODS AND SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AQUATECHNEX LLC FOR PHOSPHORUS TREATMENT AND AQUATIC VEGETATION HARVESTING OF KITSAP LAKE 3J – AGREEMENT WITH ROGNLIN’S, INC FOR THE EASTSIDE TREATMENT PLANT UV REPLACEMENT PROJECT 3K – SIX REMNANT DEFENDANTS’ COMBINED SUBDIVISION PARTICIPATION AND RELEASE FORM 5:34 PM M/S/C/U (Chamberlin/Mockler) Move to approve the CONSENT AGENDA as presented. Motion carried unanimously. GENERAL BUSINESS – There were no General Business items. 5 – MAYOR’S REPORT – Mayor Wheeler provided highlights of the following:  Congratulated Ron Moore (Public Works) and Scott Evans (Parks & Recreation) who received awards from U.S. Specialty Sports Association for their dedication to softball leagues who play at Lion’s and Pendergast Parks  Provided an update on the N.A.D. Park Restoration Project which included a partnership between Parks and Recreation, West Sound Disc Golf Association, and Project Sea Wolf  Announced Annual Poggie Club’s Kids Fishing Day on Saturday, April 25 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Jarstad Park  Announced Arbor Day Celebration on Tuesday, April 28 at 3:00 PM at Lent Landing Park City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Page 2 of 3 6 – COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Rick Tift provided an update on the Sinclair Ridge Housing Development located within District 7 off of Anderson Hill Road, with construction in progress. Anna Mockler thanked Erinn Hale (Bremerton Foodline) and Paisley Gallagher (WSU Extension Food Access) for their presentations at her recent Townhall meeting; shared examples of trees in the Bay Vista neighborhood that meet current landscaping code; looking for locations in District 6 to host her next meetings; and recognized National Poetry Month. Michael Goodnow congratulated non-profit Kitsap County Hospital Equipment Lending Program (HELP) who were recognized recently for their exceptional service by the Kitsap Community Foundation; thanked Eastern Wind Glass for installing new windows at the Granary Church on 8th Street; and announced the next Callow Clean-Up on Saturday, April 18 beginning at 11:00 AM at Spread Supplies; and Spring Fling on Saturday, April 25 from 12:00 to 4:00 PM on Callow Avenue. Christy Cammarata shared that the Eleven Wine Bar is now open in Manette; announced National Library Week from April 19 to 25; appreciated the new fire boat “Marine 20”; attended a Stand for St. Michael’s community meeting earlier this week in support of child and pediatric programs; and announced the Kitsap Community Food Co-Op’s Sow and Grow Festival on Saturday, April 25 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 421 Park Avenue. Denise Frey reminded drivers to slow down and to be aware of pedestrians and cyclists; and acknowledged several businesses in District 2, including Taqueros Taste of Mexico that has reopened following a remodel. Jennifer Chamberlin appreciated the Mayor and the Parks Department for hosting Arbor Day; and also recognized National Poetry Month. President Rebelowski thanked Dr. Briggs, Leadership Kitsap, and the Bluebills volunteers for their work on a new pantry at Bremerton Foodline; announced Bremerton Foodline’s 3rd Annual Bridging the Gap events on Tuesday, April 21; Olympic College Healthcare Job Fair on April 21 from 1:00 to 2:30 PM in Building 10; encouraged the community to attend a Community Meeting featuring a conversation on Fireworks on Monday, May 4 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Bremerton Foodline at 1600 12th Street; shared details about Kitsap Transit’s new mobile application; and shared upcoming meetings on Council’s schedule. City Attorney Finnell announced the Ordinance Nos. read earlier under the Consent Agenda (Items 3F & 3G) will be corrected to match the agenda and packet. 7 – EXECUTIVE SESSION At 6:13 PM, the Council went into Executive Session for 15-Minutes to discuss Potential Litigation as allowed under RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i). No action was anticipated. At 6:29 PM, the Executive Session was extended for 7-Minutes. At 6:36 PM, President Rebelowski called the meeting back to order. 8 – ADJOURNMENT OF CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING With no further business, President Rebelowski adjourned the Council Meeting at 6:36 PM. Prepared and Submitted by: ______________________________ CHRISTINE GRENIER Legislative Assistant City Council Reg. Mtg. Minutes Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Page 3 of 3 APPROVED by the City Council on the 6th day of May, 2026. ________________________________________ JANE REBELOWSKI, City Council President Attest: ________________________________________ ANGELA HOOVER, City Clerk JR:AH:AW:CG AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Study Session Date: N/A Minutes of Study Session – April 22, 2026 COUNCIL MEETING Date: May 6, 2026 Department: City Council Presenter: Council President Phone: (360) 473-5280 SUMMARY: The Minutes for the Study Session held on April 22, 2026 are attached. ATTACHMENTS: Council Meeting Minutes FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Mo ve to approve the April 22, 2026 Study Session Minutes as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 04/19/2024 3C CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION MINUTES Wednesday, April 22, 2026 A Study Session of the City Council of the City of Bremerton was called to order on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM in Council Conference Room 603 located in the Norm Dicks Government Center at 345 6th Street, with Council President Jane Rebelowski presiding. Other Council Members present were Jennifer Chamberlin (remote), Denise Frey, Christy Cammarata, Michael Goodnow (arrived 5:06 PM), and Rick Tift. Council Member Anna Mockler was absent. Legislative Office Manager Anne Williams provided staff support. A. AGENDA BILL BRIEFINGS 1. Contract with Active Construction, Inc. for the East 9th Street Stormwater Improvements Project presented by Managing Engineer Gunnar Fridriksson, Item to be placed on the May 6 Council Meeting Consent Agenda 2. Application for Opportunity Zone 2.0 Designation for Harrison Heights Census Tract presented by Community Development Director Andrea Spencer. Item to be brought back for formal discussion at the May 13 Study Session. B. GENERAL COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. Audit Committee Briefing (Last Meeting 4/14/26) – Chair Christy Cammarata provided highlights of the April 14 meeting, including updates to the Work Plan: Analyze Local Property Tax Exemptions and Space Utilization of City-owned Facilities Review were added, the Parking Contract Compliance Review will be rescheduled to align with the 2030 renewal, and the next meeting will be on June 9. Data obtained through the Property Tax Exemptions project will be helpful to the Housing & Homeless Ad-Hoc Committee and Biennial Budget discussions on revenue. 2. Public Works Committee Briefing (Last Meeting 4/21/26) – Chair Denise Frey provided highlights of the April 21 meeting, which included Item A1 discussed earlier in the meeting, and discussion on a PSRC grant that will go towards design for 11th Street improvements over 3 phases: Pacific to Warren Avenues, Warren to Naval Avenues, and Naval Avenue to Kitsap Way. 3. Regional and Other Committee/Board Briefings – President Rebelowski shared she attended the Bremerton Foodline’s event on April 21 and was incredibly impressed with what they do and how many people and organizations they support throughout the County. Other General Council Business (As necessary and as time allows) – Councilmember Christy Cammarata reported that community outreach is underway regarding the possible renaming of 8th Street. She noted that discussion of the proposal and a draft ordinance is anticipated at the May 13 Study Session. She also referenced the City of Tacoma’s approach to honorary naming, in which the official street name remains unchanged, as a potential option for Council consideration. Council President Rebelowski announced that oral public comment and community comment (formerly public recognition) is scheduled to return at the May 6 Regular Council meeting. An online sign-up form will be available on the Council website beginning May 1 for those wishing to provide comment remotely. Councilmember Tift inquired about accommodation for in- person speakers, and there was consensus that individuals attending in person who sign up when they arrive will be given priority over those in the Chambers who choose to not sign up. Councilmember Goodnow suggested implementing a rotating format, with in-person speakers beginning oral comment at the first meeting of the month and remote speakers beginning at City Council Study Session Minutes Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Page 2 of 2 the second meeting. Councilmembers expressed support for both suggestions, which will be incorporated into the new process. President Rebelowski encouraged Councilmembers to review the Council Rules and Procedures in advance of a Study Session discussion in May. During this discussion, Councilmembers considered the recognition of City employees and reached consensus to defer to the Mayor regarding the timing, method, and selection of employee recognitions. Councilmember Jennifer Chamberlin requested an update from the condominium board of the Norm Dicks Government Center regarding the Council’s prior request to display a Pride flag. She asked that, if the request cannot be accommodated, alternative options be considered. There was agreement to bring this item forward for discussion at the May 13 Study Session. President Rebelowski provided reminders on the Bremerton YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day event on Saturday, April 25. She also reminded Councilmembers to complete the required Cybersecurity Awareness Training by May 1st. Additionally, a District 4 Community Meeting will be held on May 4 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Bremerton Foodline featuring a discussion on Fireworks. All community members are welcome. C. ADJOURNMENT OF STUDY SESSION President Rebelowski closed the Study Session by reminding everyone that because next week included a 5th Wednesday, there would be no Council Meeting; and announced the next Council Meeting on Wednesday, May 6th starting at 5:30 PM in the First Floor Meeting Chambers of the Norm Dicks Government Center. She further established that the public is invited to attend in person or remotely. With no further business, the Study Session was adjourned at 6:09 PM. Prepared & submitted by: _____________________________ ANNE WILLIAMS Legislative Office Manager APPROVED by the City Council on the 6th day of May, 2026. JANE REBELOWSKI, Council President ATTEST: ______________________________ ANGELA HOOVER, City Clerk JR:AH:AW AGENDA BILL CITY OF BREMERTON CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Study Session Date: April 22, 2026 Contract with Active Construction, Inc. for the East 9th Street Stormwater Improvements Project COUNCIL MEETING Date: May 6, 2026 Department: Public Works & Utilities Presenter: Gunnar Fridriksson Phone: (360) 473-5758 SUMMARY: The project addresses two undersized and failing outfalls in the Manette neighborhood. The project provides upsized stormwater conveyance and water quality improvements on Shore Drive and E. 10th Street. The stormwater outfall will be reconstructed at the E 9th Street Mini Park with shoreline and park restoration. As part of the project, shoreline mitigation will also be performed at Smith Cove. A bid opening was held on April 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM with Active Construction, Inc. as the lowest responsive bidder. ATTACHMENTS: 1) Location Map 2) Contract 3) Bid Tabulation 4) Power Point Presentation FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): This project is budgeted for $4,328,770 in the 2026 Stormwater CIP. STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☒ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to award the contract for the East 9th Street Stormwater Improvements Project to Active Construction, Inc. in the amount of $2,823,823.00, including sales tax, and authorize the Mayor to finalize and execute the agreement with substantially the same terms and conditions as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action Form Updated 04/19/2024 3D East 9th Street Stormwater Improvements Vicinity Map City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-35 March 2026 Bid Documents Contract CONTRACT (Page 1 of 4) THIS AGREEMENT is dated the day of in the year 20___, by and between the City of Bremerton (hereinafter called CITY) and (hereinafter called CONTRACTOR). CITY and CONTRACTOR, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, agree as follows: ARTICLE 1. WORK. CONTRACTOR shall complete the WORK as specified or indicated in the CITY’s Contract Documents entitled East 9th Street Stormwater Improvements. ARTICLE 2. CONTRACT TIMES. The WORK shall obtain Physical Completion within 130 working days after the commencement date stated in the Notice to Proceed. Time is of the essence as to each and every deadline set forth in this agreement. This provision has been specifically negotiated. ARTICLE 3. LIQUIDATED DAMAGES. CITY and the CONTRACTOR recognize that time is of the essence for this Agreement and that the CITY will suffer financial loss if the WORK is not completed within the time specified in Article 2 herein, plus any extensions thereof allowed in accordance with Section 1-08.9 of the Standard Specifications which may be modified by the Special Provisions. They also recognize the delays, expense, and difficulties involved in proving in a legal proceeding the actual loss suffered by the CITY if the WORK is not completed on time. Accordingly, instead of requiring any such proof, the CONTRACTOR shall pay the CITY liquidated damages in the amount of $__________, per day after the date of Physical Completion for each phase. ARTICLE 4. CONTRACT PRICE. CITY shall pay CONTRACTOR for completion of the WORK in accordance with the Contract Documents in the amount set forth in the Bid Proposal. ARTICLE 5. PAYMENT PROCEDURES. CONTRACTOR shall submit Applications for Payment in accordance with Section 1-09.9 of the Standard Specifications which may be modified by the Special Provisions. Applications for Payment will be processed by ENGINEER as provided in the Special Provisions _____________ Contractor Initials Active Construction, Inc. City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-36 March 2026 Bid Documents Contract CONTRACT (Page 2 of 4) ARTICLE 6. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. The Contract Documents which comprise the entire agreement between CITY and CONTRACTOR concerning the WORK consist of this Contract and the following attachments to this Contract: x Notice Inviting Bids, x Bidders Checklist, x Bid Proposal including the Proposal Forms, Information Required of Bidder, Bid Bond, and all required certificates and affidavits, x Performance Bond, x Payment Bond, x Standard Specifications, x Special Provisions, x Appendices, x Contract Plans, x Addenda numbers _____ to _____, inclusive, x Change Orders which may be delivered or issued after Effective Date of the Agreement and are not attached hereto. There are no Contract Documents other than those listed in this Article 6. The Contract Documents may only be amended by Change Order as provided in Section 1-04.4 of the Standard Specifications which may be modified by the Special Provisions. ARTICLE 7. INDEMNIFICATION. The CONTRACTOR and CITY acknowledge and agree that they have negotiated the following in accordance with the requirements of RCW 4.24.115 and the CONTRACTOR specifically waives his immunity under industrial insurance under Title 51 RCW. To the fullest extent permitted by Laws and Regulations, the CONTRACTOR shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the CITY, ENGINEER, their consultants, subconsultants, and the officers, directors, employees, and agents of each and any of them, against and from any and all claims, injuries, damages, losses or suits, including all legal costs and attorney fees, all claims and liability arising under, by reason of, related, or incidental to the Contract Documents or any performance of the WORK, but not from the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the CITY and/or the ENGINEER as further defined in the Contract Documents. The provisions of this section shall survive the termination of the contract. Additionally, the parties further acknowledge that they have agreed to the Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance coverages in Section 1-07.18 of General Special Provisions as included herein. _____________ Contractor Initials City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-37 March 2026 Bid Documents Contract CONTRACT (Page 3 of 4) ARTICLE 8. ASSIGNMENT No assignment by a party hereto of any rights under or interests in the Contract Documents will be binding on another party hereto without the written consent of the party sought to be bound; and specifically but without limitation monies that may become due and monies that are due may not be assigned without such consent (except to the extent that the effect of this restriction may be limited by law), and unless specifically stated to the contrary in any written consent to an assignment, no assignment will release or discharge the assignor from any duty or responsibility under the Contract Documents. The CITY, in its sole discretion, may refuse to allow the CONTRACTOR to assign any or all of its duties, rights and/or responsibilities under the Agreement, except with regards to an assignment of funds for security purposes. In the case of an assignment for security purposes the CITY may condition its approval to the extent it deems necessary to assure that there will be adequate funds to complete the WORK and to pay a subcontractors and suppliers. ARTICLE 9. THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARY All parties agree that the State of Washington shall be, and is hereby, named as an express third- party beneficiary of the contract, with full rights as such. ARTICLE 10. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT In the hiring of employees for the performance of work under this Contract, the Contractor, its subcontractors, or any person acting on behalf of the Contractor shall not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of age (40+), sex, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, marital status, military status, or the presence of any physical, mental, or sensory disability. ARTICLE 11. ADA STATEMENT The City of Bremerton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in programs and activities, which it operates pursuant to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and ADA Amendments Act. This policy extends to both employment and admission to participation in the programs, services, and activities of the City of Bremerton. Reasonable accommodation for employees or applicants for employment will be provided. _____________ Contractor Initials City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-38 March 2026 Bid Documents Contract CONTRACT (Page 4 of 4) CITY and CONTRACTOR each binds itself, its partners, successors, assigns and legal representatives to the other party hereto, its partners, successors, assigns and legal representatives in respect of all covenants, agreements and obligations contained in the Contract Documents. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, CITY and CONTRACTOR have caused this Agreement to be executed the day and year first above written. CITY: City of Bremerton CONTRACTOR: By By [CORPORATE SEAL] Attest Attest Address for giving notices Address for giving notices License No. Approved as to Form: Agent for service of process: (Signature) (Title) 354 6th Street, Suite 100, Bremerton, WA 98337 Active Construction, Inc. City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-39 March 2026 Bid Documents Contract Certificate CONTRACT CERTIFICATE (if Corporation) STATE OF ) )ss. COUNTY OF ) I HEREBY CERTIFY that a meeting of the Board of Directors of the ___________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ a corporation existing under the laws of the State of ____________________________, held on __________________, 20___, the following resolution was duly passed and adopted: “RESOLVED, that _________________________________________________, as ______________________ President of the Corporation, be and is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement dated _________________, 20___, by and between this Corporation and the City of Bremerton and that his/her execution thereof, attested by the Secretary of this Corporation, and with the Corporate Seal affixed, shall be the official act and deed of this Corporation.” I further certify that said resolution is now in full force and effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the corporation this _____, day of ___________________, 20___. (Secretary) (SEAL) City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-43 March 2026 Bid Documents Performance Bond PERFORMANCE BOND (Page 1 of 2) KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, That as CONTRACTOR, and as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto City of Bremerton hereinafter called "OWNER," in the sum of dollars, for the payment of which sum, well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. THE CONDITIONS OF THIS OBLIGATION ARE SUCH, that said CONTRACTOR has been awarded and is about to enter into the annexed Agreement with said OWNER to perform the WORK as specified or indicated in the Contract Documents entitled “East 9th Street Stormwater Improvements”; now, therefore, In the event CONTRACTOR fails to timely or properly perform any of the requirements of the Contract Documents at the times and in the manner contained therein, the Surety shall be liable under this bond up to the amount of the bond for the full amount of the OWNER’S expenses to construct or repair all work as well as all loss, cost, expense or damage suffered by the OWNER in excess of the Contract amount due to the CONTRACTOR’S failure to comply with any contract or permit conditions or other applicable laws and regulations. The Surety agrees that within 30 calendar days of receiving notice that the OWNER has declared a CONTRACTOR default and formally terminated the CONTRACTOR’S right to complete the Contract pursuant to its terms and conditions and that the CONTRACTOR has defaulted on all or part of the terms guaranteed by this bond, the Surety shall either: 1. Notify the OWNER in writing of its intent to cure the default itself within a reasonable period of time acceptable to the OWNER. The OWNER agrees to pay the balance of the Contract price to the Surety in accordance with the terms of the Contract, or 2. Tender to the OWNER the demanded sum, up to the amount of the bond. However, if the amount necessary for the OWNER to cure the default is less than the amount tendered, the OWNER will return, without interest, any overpayment to the Surety. PROVIDED, that any alterations in the WORK to be done or the materials to be furnished, or changes in the time of completion, which may be made pursuant to the terms of said Contract Documents, shall not in any way release said CONTRACTOR or said Surety hereunder, nor shall any extensions of time granted under the provisions of said Contract Documents, release either said CONTRACTOR or said Surety, and notice of such alterations or extensions of the Agreement is hereby waived by said Surety. City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-44 March 2026 Bid Documents Performance Bond PERFORMANCE BOND (Page 2 of 2) The obligation of the Surety shall include reimbursing the City for all costs and expenses, (including, but not limited to fees and charges of engineers, architects, attorneys, and other professionals, and court costs if litigation is commenced) incurred by the OWNER in enforcing the provisions of this Bond. The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees that the CONTRACTOR’S obligation to perform the required work is not limited to the amount of funds held by the Surety. This bond is irrevocable and cannot be canceled by the Surety or the CONTRACTOR. This bond shall remain in full force and effect for a period of one (1) year following final acceptance of the project by the City, and until the bond is released in writing by the OWNER at the written request of the Surety or CONTRACTOR. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunder set our hands and seals this _________ day of_________________, 20__. (SEAL) (SEAL) (CONTRACTOR) (Surety) By: By: (Signature and SEAL) (Signature and SEAL) (SEAL AND NOTARIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SURETY) Address of Surety to which all notices shall be sent: _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ Address of Surety for service of process: _____________________________ (must be a physical address) _____________________________ _____________________________ City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-45 March 2026 Bid Documents Payment Bond PAYMENT BOND (Page 1 of 2) KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, That as CONTRACTOR, and as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto City of Bremerton hereinafter called "OWNER," in the sum of dollars, for the payment of which sum, well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. THE CONDITIONS OF THIS OBLIGATION ARE SUCH, that said CONTRACTOR has been awarded and is about to enter into the annexed CONTRACT with said OWNER to perform the WORK as specified or indicated in the Contract Documents entitled “East 9th Street Stormwater Improvements”; now, therefore, If said CONTRACTOR, or subcontractor, fails to pay for any materials, equipment, or other supplies, or for rental of same, used in connection with the performance of work contracted to be done, or for amounts due under applicable State law for any work or labor thereon, said Surety will pay for the same in an amount not exceeding the sum specified above, and, in the event suit is brought upon this bond, reasonable attorney's fees to be fixed by the court. This bond shall inure to the benefit of any persons, companies, or corporations entitled to file claims under applicable State law so as to give a right of action to them or their assigns in any suit brought upon this bond. PROVIDED, that any alterations in the WORK to be done or the materials to be furnished, or changes in the time of completion, which may be made pursuant to the terms of said Contract Documents, shall not in any way release said CONTRACTOR or said Surety thereunder, nor shall any extensions of time granted under the provisions of said Contract Documents release either said CONTRACTOR or said Surety, and notice of such alterations or extensions of the CONTRACT is hereby waived by said Surety. The obligation of the Surety shall include reimbursing the City of all costs and expenses, (including, but not limited to fee and charges of engineers, architects, attorneys, and other professionals, and court costs if litigation is commenced) incurred by the OWNER in enforcing the provisions of this Bond. City of Bremerton 234-1896-196 East 9th St Stormwater Improvements I-46 March 2026 Bid Documents PAYMENT BOND (Page 2 of 2) IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunder set our hands and seals this ________ day of______________________, 20__. (CONTRACTOR) (Surety) By: By: (Signature and SEAL) (Signature and SEAL) (SEAL AND NOTARIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SURETY) Address of Surety to which all notices shall be sent: _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ Address of Surety for service of process: _____________________________ (must be a physical address) _____________________________ ____________________________ END OF CONTRACT FORMS Contract Retainage Bond Rev. 06/2022 Page 1 of 3 CONTRACT RETAINAGE BOND BOND #: DATE POSTED: KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS: That we (hereinafter called “Principal”) a corporation organized under the laws of the State of , and registered to do business in the State of Washington as a contractor, as Principal, and (hereinafter called “Surety”), a corporation organized under the laws of the State of and registered to transact business in the State of Washington as Surety, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, are jointly and severally held and bound to the City of Bremerton, Washington, (hereinafter called “City"), and are similarly held and bound unto the beneficiaries of the trust fund created by RCW Chapter 60.28, in the sum of Dollars ($ ), plus 5% of any increases in the contract amount that have occurred or may occur due to change orders, increases in the quantities or the addition of any new item of work, the payment of which, well and truly to be paid, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors and successors, jointly and severally, formally by these presents. THE CONDITIONS OF THIS OBLIGATION ARE SUCH THAT: WHEREAS, on , the Principal executed a contract (the “Contract”) with the City known as: Project Name: Contract Number: ; and WHEREAS, said Contract and RCW Chapter 60.28 require the City to withhold from monies earned by the Principal during the progress of the construction, hereinafter referred to as “earned retained funds”; and WHEREAS, the Principal and Surety agree to be bound by the laws of the State of Washington; and WHEREAS, the Principal requested that the City release the earned retained funds, as allowed under RCW Chapter 60.28; NOW THEREFORE Contract Retainage Bond Rev. 06/2022 Page 2 of 3 The condition of this obligation is such that the Principal or Surety is held and bound to the City to compensate, defend and hold the City harmless from any and all loss, costs or damages that the City may sustain by reason of release of said earned retained funds to Principal, then this obligation to be null and void, otherwise to remain in full force and effect. PROVIDED, HOWEVER, it is expressly understood and agreed that: 1. Any suit or action under this bond must be instituted within the time period provided by applicable law. The bond shall be subject to all claims and liens provided for by law or Contract against the earned retained funds and in the same manner and priority as set forth for retained percentages in RCW Ch. 60.28 and the Contract. 2. The Surety hereby consents to and waives notice of any extension in the time for performance of the Contract, assignment of obligations under the Contract, or Contract alteration, termination, amendment or change order. 3. Until written release of this obligation by the City, this bond may not be terminated or canceled by the Principal or Surety for any reason. Any extension of time for the Principal's performance on the Contract, assignment of obligations under the Contract, or Contract alteration, amendment or change order shall not release the Surety from its obligation under this bond. 4. RCW Ch. 60.28 authorizes the City to substitute a retainage bond in lieu of earned retained funds and the Surety hereby waives any defense that this bond is void or otherwise not authorized by law. 5. Any claim or suit against the City to foreclose the liens provided for by RCW Ch. 60.28 shall be effective against the Principal and Surety and any judgment under RCW Ch. 60.28 against the City shall be conclusive against the Principal and the Surety. 6. The laws of the State of Washington shall apply to the determination of the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder. Jurisdiction and venue for any dispute or claim hereunder shall be the state courts of Washington in Kitsap County, Washington. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunder set our hands and seals this________ day of _______________________, 20_____. (SEAL) (SEAL) (CONTRACTOR) (SURETY) By: By: (Signature and SEAL) (Signature and SEAL) Contract Retainage Bond Rev. 06/2022 Page 3 of 3 (SEAL AND NOTARIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SURETY) Address of Surety to which all notices shall be sent: Address of Surety for service of process: (Must be a physical address) R:\Legal\Legal\Forms\FORMS ON COBWEB\Contract Retainage Bond Rev. 06 2022.docx Published for May 6 Council Meeting Mayor’s Report Item 5 MAYOR’S REPORT May 6, 2026 USS Bremerton Photo Presentation Poet Laureate Program Sarah Steinke, Bremerton’s Poet Laureate, has been working on a number of efforts for 2026: •Served as judge for the Washington State Poetry Out Load State Final Competition •Appeared as a featured poet and led a workshop for the Kitsap Regional Library •Appeared in Smokestack as Poet Laureate •She also recently wrote the poem, “For those yet to come,” for the City’s 2026 Arbor Day celebration on April 28 at Evergreen Park, which we are proud to highlight here. •For more information on the City’s Poet Laureate, visit www.bremertonwa.gov/1392/Current- Poet-Laureate Sarah Steinke City of Bremerton Poet Laureate 2025 - Present Manette Festival Lighting •City Operations Staff removed the festival lighting on E. 11th St between Perry Ave and Pitt Ave in Manette, which were not working due to corrosion of the light sockets. •New lighting was installed and is now working. The City’s Electronics group did an excellent job finding and installing the lighting. •Original cost quoted for the upgrade was $63,000 – City staff completed the work for $7,000. Photo taken May 4, 2026 Downtown Cleanup Initiative: May 7-May 15, 2026 The City is launching a comprehensive downtown beautification and infrastructure maintenance project. Teams will be active throughout the downtown core performing the following improvements: •Landscape Refresh: Crews are trimming vegetation, removing dead material, and installing fresh beauty bark. Dead trees are being removed and location recorded for a future city-wide replanting program. •Deep Cleaning: Parks, Streets, and Stormwater teams will be pressure washing sidewalks and curbs to remove heavy soil and bird deposits. •Eco-Friendly Weeding: During May 7– 12, the Streets team will utilize a safe, weed control solution consisting of dish soap, rock salt, and vinegar. •Hanging baskets: Parks is installing many over the next couple weeks. •Fountains: Anticipated to be filled and turned on this week and next week. A contract is being put together to repair the Plaza fountain. •Community Spirit: Armed Forces Day banner has been installed and other options are being looked at to spruce up light poles. •Regular maintenance: Activities will continue throughout the summer and fall to keep downtown clean and attractive. •New plants will be installed over time. Note to Public: Please use caution when walking near active pressure washing or Vactor truck operations. Published for May 6 Council Meeting Council Reports Item 6 Council District Updates May 6, 2026 City Council Regular Business Meeting City Council District 1 (no slides) Includes the areas surrounding: •Tracyton Beach •Lions Park •Blueberry Park •Stephenson Canyon •Pine Road •Part of Wheaton Way bounded by Sylvan Way Jennifer Chamberlin (2026-29) jennifer.chamberlin@bremertonwa.gov City Council District 3 Includes: •Downtown area “Harborside” •Manette (bounded by NE Stone Way and Jacobsen Boulevard) •Evergreen Rotary Park •Kitsap 9/11 Memorial Christy Cammarata (2026-29) christy.cammarata@bremertonwa.gov Welcome to Downtown Bremerton! 4 www.tipsyblackbirdwinebar.com 5 6https://kitsapdestructionderby.com City Council District 5 Includes the area next to: •Puget Sound Naval Shipyard •Charleston •Forest Ridge Park with the district bounded by 11th Street Michael Goodnow (2026-29) michael.goodnow@bremertonwa.gov Callow Clean Up! Thank you!! SPRING FLING Get the May Edition of the Charleston Business District Newsletter here! City Council District 7 (no slides) Includes: •Kitsap Lake Park •NAD Park •Pendergast Regional Park •A portion of Kitsap Way •The area reaching south towards Gorst. •Providing boundaries for the district are the Kitsap County neighborhoods called West Hills and Navy Yard City. Rick Tift (2026-29) rick.tift@bremertonwa.gov City Council District 4 Includes the neighborhoods near: •Downtown •Puget Sound Naval Shipyard •Olympic College •Kiwanis Park Jane Rebelowski (2024-27) 2026 Council President jane.rebelowski@bremertonwa.gov Zoning Amendment Update •Pending Zoning Code Amendment application submitted by the Bremerton Housing Authority Temporary Encampment Permit BMC 20.46.090 •May 18 Planning Commission Meeting, packet published on May 11 on Planning Commission Webpage •Planning Commission Webpage: https://www.bremertonwa.gov/230/Planning -Commission Every moment of the evening helps fuel the Bremerton Foodline's mission to provide food, hope, and dignity to families in our community. Upcoming Meetings •Council Study Session: 5/13 @ 5:00 PM FIFA Update from Downtown Bremerton Association •Public Works Committee: 5/19 @ 2:00 PM •Regular Council Meeting: 5/20 @ 5:30 PM