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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/28/2016 - Regular - MinutesCity of Port Orchard Council Meeting Minutes Regular Meeting of June 28, 2016 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Mayor Putaansuu called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll call was taken by the City Clerk as follows: Councilmember Ashby Present Councilmember Chang Present Councilmember Cucciardi Absent Councilmember Diener Present Councilmember Donlin Present Councilmember Lucarelli Present Mayor Pro-Tem Clauson Present Mayor Putaansuu Present Staff present: Community Development Director Bond, City Treasurer Martin, City Attorney Cates, City Clerk Rinearson, and Office Assistant Honeycutt were also present. A. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Putaansuu led the audience and Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Ashby, to add Business Item 7D Administrative Conditional Use Process as a discussion item. The motion carried. MOTION: By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Ashby, to add Consent Item 4F to excuse Councilmember Cucciardi for his absence due to work schedule. The motion carried. MOTION: By Councilmember Ashby, seconded by Councilmember Diener, to add Business Item 7E to have a discussion of the Public Hearing on the imposition of vehicle license fees. The motion carried. MOTION: By Councilmember Ashby, seconded by Councilmember Clauson, to approve the agenda as amended. Minutes of June 28, 2016 Page 2 of 7 The motion carried. 3. CITIZENS COMMENT No comments were made. 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of Bi-Weekly Check Nos. 66683 through 66820 totaling $931,316.79; and Bi- Weekly Payroll Check Nos. 147039 through 147063 totaling $369,040.09. B. Approval of June 14, 2016, Council Meeting Minutes C. Approval of Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. 021-16 with GeoEngineers Inc. for the Preparation of a Phase 1 Environmental Assessment D. Approval of an Amendment to Interlocal Agreement No. 008-16 with Kitsap County for Provision of Juvenile Detention Facilities E. Approval of Public Event Applications: National Night Out and Festival by the Bay F. Excusal of Councilmember Cucciardi MOTION:. By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Donlin, to approve the consent agenda as amended. The motion carried. S. PRESENTATION A. KEDA Quarterly Presentation John Powers presented on what Kitsap Economic Development Alliance is doing to help build Kitsap County's Economy. He discussed the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Program and the importance of their presence on securing government contracting. Went over what Kitsap County offers; the assets and attributes. Briefed on time spent with real-estate partners while attending CCIM meeting in Seattle; commercial brokers that gathered for marketing. Made note that Kitsap County has over 70 technology companies which collectively employee over 1,000 individuals. Informed marketing with West Sound Home and Garden Advertisement, and spreading the message of Kitsap County being "a great place to live and have a business". Lastly, a presentation by video showing what Kitsap County has to offer in the aerospace industry. 6. PUBLIC HEARING A. Public Hearing on the Imposition of Vehicle License Fees Mayor Putaansuu opened the Public Hearing at 7:23 p.m. Minutes of June 28, 2016 Page 3 of 7 Dennis Carson expressed confusion of how the State had lowered the cost, but the City continues to increase the cost. Stated he sees the only people to benefit will be commercial property owners. He suggested there be a 10 year levy by the area to pay for 3rd lane, not to be paid by the general public's money. Mary Phelps suggested that the topic go to a vote. Stated she wasn't saying there wasn't a need, but wants to be able to vote. Stated there wasn't a length of time given. Glena Bailey agreed there needs to be a vote, concerned about the County also adding to the cost. Suggested the City looks at increase rents for parking lots and selling other City assets. Would like for there to be a way to distinguish between commercial impact and cost between families with multiple cars versus retired couples with one car on a fixed income. Nick Whittleton discussed this being a previous topic where former Councilmember Childs commented that there should be in conjunction with current funding and not used to replace that funding. Suggested that the moneys need to be designated where they will go before imposed; allowed only for residential paving projects and not for development, engineering, planning or overhead. Gerry Harmon acknowledged that there is the ability to pass without vote. Expressed knowledge of other cities utilizing the funds for paving and not investing in the roads. Asked that the same percentage of paving cost be put in for the last 5 to 10 years continue. Stated that she is not for a vote, because of the cost the City would spend to place on ballot. Asked to keep at $20 increase and see how that goes. Patrick Lucas asked, "How much more you are going to do to us, we the people?" Loretta Jacobs protested the car tab increase, no matter the amount. Expressed concerns on the annexation of Bethel, along with McCormick Woods promise of lower water cost. Concerned the increase would drive citizens and businesses out of the area. Gary Douthit requested a detailed plan to provide the public what the City would use the funds on. Bob Showers asked for the ability to review the $3.2 million in grants the City could potentially lose. There being no further testimony, Mayor Putaansuu closed the public hearing at 7:37 p.m. 7. BUSINESS ITEMS A. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the 2016 Budget Minutes of June 28, 2016 Page 4 of 7 MOTION: By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Donlin, moved to adopt an Ordinance amending the 2016 Budget for the City of Port Orchard. The motion carried. (Ordinance No. 016-16) B. Adoption of an Ordinance Amending POMC Chapters 15.04 and 15.12 Concerning the 2015 Building Code and Fire Code MOTION: By Councilmember Ashby, seconded by Councilmember Donlin, moved to adopt an ordinance amending POMC chapters 15.04 and 15.12 adopting the state updates to the City's building and fire codes The motion carried. (Ordinance No. 017-16) C. Adoption of an Ordinance Adopting Revisions to POMC Chapter 5.12 to Allow Medical Marijuana Cooperatives to Obtain Business Licenses MOTION: By Councilmember Chang, seconded by Councilmember Donlin, moved to adopt an ordinance adopting revisions to POMC Chapter 5.12 to allow medical marijuana cooperatives to locate and operate within the City subject to obtaining a City business license. Councilmembers and Staff discussed the reasoning between allowing and not allowing a business license for the medical marijuana cooperatives. Explanation of criteria, conditions, reporting and restrictions on zoning and locations were communicated. The motion passed. Councilmember Diener voted no. (Ordinance No. 018-16) D. Discussion: Conditional Use Permit Process Community Development Director Bond informed of the current process as defined in the code for Conditional Use Permits and their calculated fees with all involved. Staff reviewed current uses in the City; general business services, professional office, automotive parking, social services, miscellaneous health, printing and publishing, movie production and distribution, group residences, residential living quarters, home industries, home occupation, bed and breakfast, and eating and drinking places. Community Director Bond recommended for Council to move forward as a housekeeping amendment. Council Direction: Present to Land Use Committee, then to Planning Commission to review, and afterwards go to Council for consideration. Minutes of June 28, 2016 Page 5 of 7 E. Discussion: Public Hearing on Car Tab Fees Councilmember Ashby began the discussion acknowledging and agreeing with many of the comments citizens made on the importance to provide a detailed plan: Informed of City's intent to receive by the end of the year a Pavement Management Program and to allow time to review the results of the program so Council can assess what the needs are and how to prioritize them to know where monies will be directed. Councilmember Ashby expressed that transportation dollars are competitive and are not easy to obtain funding. She stated that the Council can institute a fee of twenty dollars without a vote. Expressed that fee could increase up to a maximum of one hundred dollars with the vote of the people, which is a large expense for the City. Lastly, is in support of directing staff to provide a Resolution to be presented at the next meeting to institute a twenty dollar license tab fee. Councilmember Chang expressed his support for a vote, but voiced concerns on cost. Also, agreed with providing more information on the amount received and where the funding is dispersed on a yearly basis. Councilmember Diener concurred adding the cost of City right-of-way and ADA accessibility. Councilmember Donlin discussed past car tab fee information and agreed with the importance of providing a clear picture for citizens to know where the money will be going. Councilmember Lucarelli added her belief in how the designation of funding will be used for specific projects the continual issue with City's ability in raising revenues to support mandates. Councilmember Clauson expressed the unfunded mandates, some good some not so good, and the expense that they incur. Stated the streets need to be repaired on ongoing bases. Expressed for Citizens to assist in budget review and hear discussion. He would support proceeding with a vote to the people. Mayor Putaansuu acknowledged that changes made over the first half of the year. Adding, TBD funds can only be used for street projects and reassured that the funds will be managed properly. Councilmember Clauson added a discussion made during the Finance Committee, on a Public Works Trust Fund Loan at 1.5% interest, and the request made for the City to be proactive on funding through options such as impact and car tab fees. Councilmember Ashby reassured that the City is working extremely hard to get funding through opportunities with State and other partners. Council Direction: For staff to move forward with presenting a Resolution at next meeting for consideration on taking further action. Minutes of June 28, 2016 Page 6 of 7 8. COMMITTEE REPORTS Councilmember Clauson reported on the June 28 Finance Committee. Councilmember Ashby reported the Economic Development and Tourism Committee meeting has changed to July 18. Also, KRCC has canceled their July 5 meeting, and they don't meet in August, next meeting first Tuesday in September. Councilmember Lucarelli reported on the June 27 Utilities Committee. The next meeting is scheduled for July 18. The Sewer Advisory Committee is scheduled for July 20. Chimes and Lights Committee canceled June meeting, next meeting July 18. Councilmember Diener reported on the June 15 Land Use Committee. The next meeting is scheduled for July 20. 9. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Putaansuu reported on the following: • Attended AWC Conference in Everett, along with Councilmember Ashby • Guided 18 children for a tour around City Hall 10. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS Treasurer Martin gave definition in the RCW referencing Agenda Item 7C, as previous inquiry was made by Councilmember Diener. Also, informed on car tabs voting and cost in 1998 through State, as he was Assistant State Treasure at that time. Community Development Director Bond informed of the quantity of hearings that have been held or are scheduled for 2016, versus the 2014 and 2015 years. City Clerk Rinearson reported on Lodging Tax and the participation for the committee members, and who is required to have the OPMA and PRA training. Also, attended AWC Annual conference, reported on the interest of having the City connect with its youth. 11. CITIZENS COMMENTS Mary Phelps asked for the car tab fees to go to the vote of the people. Jerry Arnett asked about the provision in Comprehensive Plan stating the acceleration of growth. Patrick Lucas asked about building codes and voiced complaints on Community Development Department. Minutes of June 28, 2016 Page 7 of 7 Gerry Harmon asked about past practices of City and voiced complaint on Community Development. Requested if City has changed practices the citizens need to be notified; asked if there could be a consideration on usage of roads, regarding the car tab fees. Matt Murphy requested that the citizens have the ability to review cost allocations, more than 48 hours before a public hearing. Bobbie Stewart stated her belief in the Council to make the right decision. Nick Whittleton explained frustration of his business license process and may not continue in the future because the steps. Regarding the regional park; asked for review of plans to include heavy equipment access. Bob Showers asked about the 3.2 million dollars, and clarification of the use of those funds. Also, suggested a bicycle license fee. Treasurer Martin suggested making an appointment to go over money spent. 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION No executive session was held. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m. No other action was taken. �Y Br n y Rinearson, CMC, City Clerk Robert Putaansuu, Mayor