05/28/2019 - Regular - MinutesCity of Port Orchard
Council Meeting Minutes
Regular Meeting of May 28,2OI9
1.. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Putaansuu called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m
Roll call was taken by the City Clerk as follows:
Mayor Pro-Tem Ashby
Councilmember Chang
Councilmember Clauson
Councilmember Cucciardi
Councilmember Diener
Councilmember Lucarelli
Present
Present
Present
Present
Present
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PresentCouncilmember Rosa e
Mayor Putaansuu Present
Staff present: Public Works Director Dorsey, Human Resource Coordinator Lund, City Attorney Cates,
City Clerk Rinearson and Office Assistant ll Whisenant.
A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Putaansuu led the audience and Council in the Pledge of Allegiance
2. APPROVALOFAGENDA
MOTION: By Councilmember Ashby, seconded by Councilmember Lucarelli, to accept the agenda as
presented.
The motion carried.
3. CITIZENS COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments
4. CONSENTAGENDA
A. Approval of Voucher Nos. 76766 through 76850 including bank drafts in the amount of
5862,897.09 and Electronic Payments in the amount of 5252.00 totaling 5862,545.09.
B. Approval of Payroll Check Nos. 76757 through 75759, including bank drafts and EFT's in the
amount of 5129,206.71,; and Direct Deposits in the amount of $183,717.20 totaling 53L2,923.9t.
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MOTION: By Councilmember Cucciardi, seconded by Councilmember Diener, to approve the consent
agenda as presented.
The motion carried
5. PRESENTATION
A. Kitsap County Block Grant Program
Mayor Putaansuu introduced Kitsap County's Human Services Block Grant Manager, Bonnie Tufts
Ms. Tufts explained the Block Grant Program, jurisdictions involved and the funding process
Mayor Putaansuu explained the difference in a misunderstanding on filing fee dollars versus the
Councilmembers discussed with Ms. Tufts; council involvement, Port Orchard apartments, and
income levels.
B. Lobbyist Legislative Post Session Briefing
Mayor Putaansuu introduced Lobbyist Josh Weiss, with Gordon Thomas Honeywell
Mr. Weiss gave an update on the Legislative Session turned out, and that Port Orchard did have a
successful session. Detailed the three components; Operating, Capital, and Transportation budgets.
The City's legislative priorities were:
o McCormick Sewage Lift Station #2
o Sedgwick Roundabouts
o Economic Development Tools
o Condominium Liability Reform
o Foster Pilot Program
Mr. Weiss explained that Port Orchard was very engaged in the session. lnformed of the status of
the different budgets, city's legislative priorities, bills not passed to be reviewed next biennium, and
the continued lobbying efforts.
Mayor Putaansuu discussed future needs for the City such as the community center, pedestrian path,
a nd infrastructu re projects.
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Mr. Weiss and councilmembers also discussed the status of the plastic bag ban and accessory
dwelling units Bill that were presented at session.
6. PUBTIC HEARING
There were no public hearings.
7, BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Adoption of an Ordinance Confirming the Appointment of Matthew Brown to Chief of Police
MOTION: By Councilmember Diener, seconded by Councilmember Clauson, to adopt an Ordinance
to confirm Mayor Putaansuu's appointment of Matthew Brown to the position of Chief of Police,
effective July 8, 2OL9.
The motion carried.
(Ordinance No.016-19f
B. Adoption of an Ordinance Approving an Employment Agreement with Matthew Brown as the
City's Chief of Police
MOTION: By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Rosapepe, adopt an ordinance
approving the Chief of Police Employment Agreement with Matthew Brown, effective May 28, 2OL9;
with the first day of employment being July 8, 2019 and authorizing the Mayor to execute the
agreement.
The motion carried
(Ordinance No.017-191
C. Adoption of an Ordinance Authorizing a Utility Manager and a Public Works Operations
Manager
MOTION: By Councilmember Lucarelli, seconded by Councilmember Diener, to adopt an Ordinance
which adds two positions and eliminates one in the Public Works Department. This restructuring will
enable the Public Works Department to better manage its resources and help to fulfill the
department's mission of providing quality public works and facilities.
The motion carried.
(Ordinance No.018-19)
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D. Adoption of a Resolution Sponsoring Peninsula Regional Transportation Planning Organization
(PRTPO) Membership into the Associations of Washington Cities (AWCI Risk Management
Service Agency (RMSAI
MOTION: By Councilmember Ashby, seconded by Councilmember Cucciardi, to adopt a resolution
sponsoring from the Peninsula Regional Transportation Planning Organization's membership into
the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Risk Management Service Agency (RMSA).
The motion carried.
(Resolution No. 014-19)
E. Approval of the May 14, 2OL9, City Council Meeting Minutes
MOTION: By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Lucarelli, to accept the May L4,
The motion passed. Councilmember Diener abstained.
8. DISCUSSION ITEMS (No Action to be Taken)
A. Marina Pump Station Update
Public Works Director Dorsey gave an update on the Marina Pump Station and the alternative options
with multiple variations. Taking some time to work through a few more details and hone in on a
preferred alternative.
9. REPORTS OF COUNCIT COMMITTEES
Councilmember Clauson reported on the May 2l't Finance Committee meeting
Councilmember Ashby reported the Economic Development and Tourism Committee is scheduled to
meet June 10th.
Councilmember Lucarelli reported the Utilities Committee is scheduled to meet June 17th. She
reported the Sewer Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet August 14th at City Hall. She reported
next meeting for Chimes and Lights Committee is August 14th.
Councilmember Diener reported the next Land Use Committee meeting is scheduled for July L't
Councilmember Rosapepe reported the next Lodging Tax Advisory Committee meeting is to be
determined
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Mayor Putaansuu reported on Housing Kitsap
10. REPORT OF MAYOR
The Mayor reported on the following:
o Federal Transportation Grants for lighting and sidewalks for downtown and Salmonberry
roundabout, but need to have designs completed to apply for grants;
o June 14th Ribbon Cutting for Rockwell Park at [2:30] p.m.;
o Attending AWC Annual Conference;
o Will not be attending last council meeting in June;
o Affordable Housing Committee requesting to adopt an emergency declaration;
o Planning Commissioner Marcus Lane notified out of compliance and the City's next steps; and
. Request for memorialized benches and parks and potentially working with nonprofits.
11. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT HEADS
Public Works Director Dorsey reported on the past weekend's use of the new McCormick Woods
Water Park and the Bay Street Pedestrian Pathway Segment #3. Final paving for Tremont Street
Project now to be completed in June, instead of July, and road closure traffic impacts.
T2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Patty Lemley, President of Givens Senior Center, came to request involvement by the City Council.
lnformed of the growth the center is experiencing. Expressed thatthe centerwould liketo be open
every day but would need a part-time position to answer phones and manage website.
Mayor Putaansuu informed that the City is working towards a community center project, which could
potentially include a dedicated area for Seniors. Encouraged the organization be engaged in the
process for the community center project.
Gerry Harmon stated that there is a disconnect on what is low income and the available HUD housing
facilities.
13. EXECUTIVE SESSION
At7:4O p.m., Mayor Putaansuu recessed the meeting for a 10-minute executive session to discuss a
potential litigation matter pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) and a L0-minute executive session to
discuss a real estate matter RCW 42.30.110(1Xb) City Attorney Cates was invited to attend.
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At 8:00 p.m. Mayor Putaansuu reconvened council back into regular session
14. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. No other action was taken. Audio/Visual was successful.
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Bran Rinearson, MMC, City Clerk Robert Putaansuu, Mayor