04/10/2012 - Regular - MinutesCity of Port Orchard
Council Meeting Minutes
Regular Meeting of April1o, 2012
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Tim Matthes called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Pro-Tern Jerry Childs
and Councilmembers Fred Chang, Jim Colebank, Cindy Lucarelli, Rob Putaansuu and John
Clauson were present and constituted a quorum. Public Works Director Dorsey, Police
Chief Townsend, City Clerk Rinearson, City Attorney Jacoby and Administrative Assistant
Dennison were also present.
Absent: Councilmember Carolyn Powers
A. Pledge of Allegiance
John Powers led the audience and Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. CITIZENS COMMENT
Sandy Taff informed the Council she is looking to purchase property on Maple Street, but
is concerned about the condition of the road. Explaining that portions of the pavement is
caving in and breaking away.
In response to Sandy Taff, Public Works Director Dorsey stated the department is looking
at all options, including weight restrictions, for improving the driving conditions on Maple
Street.
3.APPROVALOFAGENDA
Councilmember Putaansuu MOVED and Councilmember Clauson seconded
the motion approving the Agenda. Upon vote, the motion passed
unanimously. Councilmember Powers was absent.
4· APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Claim Warrants Nos. 57361 through 57461 in the amount of
$345,421.50; March's Payroll Warrant Nos. 144401 through 144473 in the amount of
$726,163.20; and Treasurer's check book in the amount of $1,533.300.80
B. Approval of the March 20,2012, Work Study Session Meeting Minutes
C. Approval of the March 27, 2012, Council Meeting Minutes
D. Setting Meeting Date for Work Study Session to April17, 2012, at 7:00p.m. at City
Hall
E. Approval of Public Event Applications
Farmers Market
Seagull Calling Festival
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F. Approval of Contract No. 031-12, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Agreement
with Express Septic Service for the 2012 McCormick STEP Tank Pumping Schedule
G. Approval of Contract No. 032-12, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Agreement
with Olympic Radio, LLC for 2012 Radio Equipment Update on Accordance with the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Councilmember Clauson MOVED and Councilmember Colebank seconded the
motion approving the Consent Agenda. Upon vote, the motion passed
unanimously. Councilmember Powers was absent.
5· PRESENTATION
A. Fathoms 0' Fun -Introducing the Royal Court
The Fathoms 0' Fun Festival Royal Court introduced themselves as follows:
• Ms. Tamika Tiller, the 2012j2013 Fathoms 0' Fun Royal Queen;
• Ms. Joanne Aquino, a 2012j2013 Fathoms 0' Fun Princess;
• Ms. Alexis Miller, a 2012j2013 Fathoms 0' Fun Princess; and
• Sharon King, Fathoms 0' Fun Chair and Helen Jensen, Fathoms 0' Fun Royalty
Director.
In addition, the Fathoms 0' Fun Royal Court provided the Council with the activities will be
attending in the next few months, including the Murder Mystery Event; the Seagull Calling
Festival; and the Kitsap Youth Expo; and expressed their willingness to assist at any City
events.
B. Kitsap Economic Development Alliance
John Powers, Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) Executive Director, provide
the history of the organization stating they are an almost 30 year organization, with a 36
member board of directors; 18 from the public sector and 18 members from the private
sector. They were formed under the ADO (Associated Development Organization) for the
State of Washington in which each county designated a lead economic development
organization to work directly with Washington State. They also have a working relationship
with the Department of Commerce-Economic Development Administration, which is their
partner in the Puget Sound Economic Development District which includes Snohomish,
King, Kitsap and Pierce counties. These four counties design, develop and execute a
regional economic development strategy for this region.
Mr. Powers explained their mission is to work with communities and businesses
throughout Kitsap County to attract business investment and employment. KEDA does this
by providing direct business retention and expansion and attraction services to their clients.
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The services include site selection assistance, capital formation, financial capital, social
political capital, and strategic relationship development and management.
Mr. Powers reported on what has happened in the first 90 days of this year as follows:
• Convened an Annual Economic Forecast Conference, where discussions were held
regarding national and local economy;
• Held an Annual Meeting, regarding electing the board and approving a strategic
operating plan for the County;
• Talked about the expansion of the aerospace industry in this region, which is
expected to expand in the next couple of years;
• Assisted 178 companies with direct business retention, expansion or recruitment
services;
• Conducted 3 PTAC classes to work with small businesses to connect them to
government contracts; and
• Published the fourth quarter Economic Indicator Report for Kitsap County.
In closing, Mr. Powers thanked the City of Port Orchard and its participation in their
organization.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
There were no Public Hearings held.
7· BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Approval of the March 21, 2012, Special Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Putaansuu MOVED and Councilmember Childs seconded the
motion to approve the March 21, 2012, Special Council Meeting Minutes. Upon
vote, the motion passed unanimously. Councilmember's Clauson and
Putaansuu abstained. Councilmember Powers was absent.
8. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilmember Clauson reported a special Finance Committee meeting was held on April
4, 2012, to look at issues related to the Bethel Annexation and some of the funding
challenges. The Committee would like to bring a more in depth conversation to the May 15,
2012, Work Study Session.
Councilmember Childs reported the Economic Development and Tourism Committee
meeting is being held on Wednesday, Apriln, 2012, at 3:30p.m. at City Hall. Discussions
will include the Bay Street Pedestrian Pathway; DeKalb Pier; the Port Orchard Public
Market; and the Port of Bremerton Joint Waterfront Plan.
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Councilmember Lucarelli reported the Economic Development Tourism Committee will
begin planning for the Chimes & Lights on May 9, 2012 at 3:30p.m. at City Hall.
Councilmember Putaansuu reported the fluoridation survey's have all gone out and is
hoping the results will be available at the May 15, 2012, Work Study Session; and the Sewer
Advisory Committee meeting which was scheduled for April 18, 2012, has been cancelled
due to lack of items on the agenda.
Councilmember Chang reported Public Property Committee had a large agenda with eight
items to discuss including Maple Avenue; and he has been speaking to several potential
members of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for new recommendations at the April 24,
2012, City Council Meeting.
9· MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Matthes reported on the following:
• Thanked Fathoms 0' Fun for attending this evening's meeting and would 1 them in
the next 9 months of serving the City and the greater South Kitsap area;
• Created a Mayor's newsletter with help from the Staff and copies are available for the
public;
• Read a letter commending Joran Palama of the Planning Department, thanking her
for going further than expected, and mentioning she is an asset to the Planning
Department; and
• The Farmer's Market begins this Saturday, April 14, 2012, with a Mutt Strut
beginning at 12:00 p.m. at the no Lounge.
10. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS
Public Works Director Dorsey mentioned he talked to Brianna Taylor with Gordon Thomas
Honeywell regarding two legislative issues which are going before the Legislation this
evemng.
Police Chief Townsend reported on April 14, 2012, is the Emergency Preparedness Fair at
the National Guard Armory; April 25, 2012, is the City's Earthquake Drill; and Saturday
April 28, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00p.m. is the National Drug Take Back Day at City
Hall; and encourage the Council, Mayor and the public to attend.
11. CITIZENS COMMENTS
Mary Phelps stated she is disappointment that the Farmers Market did not include the
South Kitsap Helpline.
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In response to Mary Phelps, Public Works Director Dorsey stated because the
infrastructure to support the fluoridation is already in place, the approximate cost to keep
fluoridation in the water is minimal, about $3,000 per year.
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
No Executive Session was held
13. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Colebank MOVED and Councilmember CHILDS seconded the
motion to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the motion passed unanimously.
CounciZmember Powers was absent.
At 8:01p.m. Mayor Matthes adjourned the meeting.
Brandy Rinearson, CMC, City Clerk '~ Timotlw~ atthes, Mayor