T Regular Meeting of July 11, Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Present

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1 J 1 mt apgwr. Mas nnr * City of Port Orchard I*,. Council Meeting Minutes T Regular Meeting of July 11, 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: Councilmember Ashby Councilmember Chang Councilmember Clauson Councilmember Diener Councilmember Donlin Councilmember Lucarelli Mayor Pro-Tern Cucciardi Mayor Putaansuu Staff present: Public Works Director Dorsey, Community Development Director Bond, City Treasurer Martin, City Attorney Cates, and Office Assistant II Whisenant 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 Cucciardi, seconded by Councilmember Lucarelli, to remove item 4C, Excusal of Councilmember Diener Due to Personal Obligation. MOTION: By Councilmember Cucciardi, seconded by Councilmember Clauson, to add a Business Item 7H, to approve a contract removing and disposing a trailer of hazardous materials. MOTION: By Councilmember Ashby, seconded by Councilmember Lucarelli, to approve the agenda as amended.

2 Page 2 of 8 3. CITIZENS COMMENTS Elissa Whittleton spoke about item 7B, Adoption of an Ordinance to Adopt Code City Classification, specifically on Initiative and Referendum. Kathleen Wilson spoke about item 7F, Adoption of a Special Event Application: Port Orchard Bay Street Association Trick or Treat on Bay Street, and noted that she would be available to answer any questions the Council may have. Karen Vargas spoke about item 5B, Tiny Home ation, and recent community awareness of the project. Also, informed of her efforts addressing and working with the diverse population of homelessness in Kitsap County. 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of Check Nos through totaling $441,418.42; June's Electronic Payment Dates 6/1/2017 through 6/30/2017 totaling $30,761.75; and Bi-Weekly Payroll including Check Nos through totaling 459, B. Approval of June 20,2017, Council Work Study Session Minutes C. Excusal of Councilmember Diener Duo to Personal Obligation MOTION: By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Lucarelli, to approve the consent agenda as amended. Councilmember Ashby requested revision to item 4B, Approval of June 20, 2017 Work Study Session Minutes. Suggesting that under the Sign Code it specifically reference feather signs to be reworked, under Council Direction. 5. PRESENTATION A. Legislative Update Lobbyist Chelsea Hager presented the Legislative Overview by detailing special sessions, budgets, legislative priorities, and session impacts to the City. Regarding the City, Lobbyist Hager spoke specifically on the Tremont Street Widening Project, Downtown Pocket Park, West Sound Alliance involvement, the GMA Comprehensive Plan Update, Infrastructure Funding, Public Records Act Reform, and other impacts to all Washington Cities. Also, addressed Councilmember Ashby's inquiry on the State's Hirst decision.

3 Page 3 of 8 B. Tiny Home ation Commissioner Charlotte Garrido presented on the Homes for All Project, and brought attention to the multiple advocates and representatives who were also present in the audience. Commissioner Garrido Spoke about the homelessness problem in Kitsap and the work of the Kitsap Homeless Housing Plan, along with the discussion groups held during Kitsap Homelessness Workshops. Goals from the workshop were to establish the Affordable Housing Task Force, explore alternative housing options, form crisis response teams and propose a demonstration program to attract state and federal funders. Information was provided on how local agencies are working toward solutions. Commissioner Garrido discussed the Tiny Cottage Villages and the many advantages they provide, specifically outlining; sense of community, safety, sanitation, waste management, property management, convenient location, self-governance, application screening, and supportive services. Information on the next steps were outlined as; number of houses currently built or being built, determining care support services, assessing potential properties, permitting needs, public outreach, and neighborhood meetings. Mayor, Councilmembers, and Commissioner Garrido discussed potential locations of interest, cost of the village amenities, number of individuals the villages can occupy, vehicles owned by the occupants, and the tenant screening process. Monica Bernard, with the Housing Solution Center, discussed the units available, supportive services, and the screening criteria. Mayor, Councilmembers, and Commissioner Garrido discussed the utility use, meter devices, and a future visit to an established community in Seattle. 6. PUBLIC HEARING No public hearings were held. 7. BUSINESS ITEMS A. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the Biennial Budget to Include the Tremont Widening Project MOTION: By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Lucarelli, to adopt an ordinance amending the Biennial Budgets for the City of Port Orchard to include the Tremont Widening Project revenue and expense.

4 Page 4 of 8 Councilmember Chang offered to recuse himself since he is currently an employee of Washington State Department of Transportation, which is a part of this business item. However, he is not directly involved with this project and does not benefit materially. No objections from the Council or audience. (Ordinance No ) B. Adoption of an Ordinance to Adopt Code City Classification MOTION: By Councilmember Cucciardi, seconded by Councilmember Donlin, to adopt an ordinance, pursuant to RCW 35A , adopting the classification of noncharter code city for the City of Port Orchard and retaining the Mayor-Council plan of government under which the City currently operates. Councilmembers and Mayor discussed the topic of Initiatives and Referendum, as brought to their attention during citizen comments, and stated a potential strategic planning session this Fall is set to address the priorities. (Ordinance No ) C. Adoption of a Resolution Consenting to the Transfer of Ownership of Franchisee Wave Cable MOTION: By Councilmember Diener, seconded by Councilmember Ashby, to adopt a resolution to declare the City Council's consent to the transfer of ownership of franchisee Wave Division IV, LLC as being in the best interests of the City. Councilmembers clarified there are no other options and there is no change in service, only a name change at this point. (Resolution No ) D. Adoption of a Resolution Approving a Contract with BHC Consultants, LLC for the 2017 Water System Plan Update and Procurement Procedure Documentation MOTION: By Councilmember Lucarelli, seconded by Councilmember Diener, to adopt Resolution No , thereby approving Contract No. C with BHC Consultants, LLC in the amount not to exceed $134, for the 2017 Water System Plan Update and documenting the Professional Services procurement procedures pursuant to RCW

5 Page 5 of 8 (Resolution No and Contract No ) E. Adoption of a Resolution Approving a Contract with BHC Consultants, LLC for the 2017 Water and Wastewater On-Call Engineering Services and Procurement Procedure Documentation MOTION: By Councilmember Chang, seconded by Councilmember Donlin, to adopt Resolution No , thereby approving Contract No. C with BHC Consultants, LLC in the amount not to exceed $140, for the 2017 Water and Wastewater On-Call Engineering Services and documenting the Professional Services procurement procedures pursuant to RCW (Resolution No and Contract No ) F. Adoption of a Special Event Application: Port Orchard Bay Street Association Trick or Treat on Bay Street MAIN MOTION: By Councilmember Donlin, seconded by Councilmember Diener, to approve the special event application for POBSA Trick or Treat on Bay Street to hold their event using City properties and allow for street closures, as presented. Councilmembers, Mayor and staff expressed concerns of the traffic plan sited in the application, the safety, and the requested closure of roads. Councilmembers and staff discussed possible alternative options, suggesting revising the traffic plan (with the potential of not closing Bay Street), and bringing it back for review at the July 25th City Council Meeting. AMENDED MOTION: By Councilmember Clauson, seconded by Councilmember Diener, to continue the business item to the July 25th City Council Meeting. The amended motion carried. G. Approval of June 27, 2017, Council Meeting Minutes MOTION: By Councilmember Ashby, seconded by Councilmember Cucciardi, to approve the June 27, 2017 Council meeting minutes as presented. Councilmember Ashby requested a correction in the June 27th Council Meeting Minutes, under business item 7H to state that Community Development Director Bond's wife works for the selected firm but is not involved on this project. Councilmembers Lucarelli and Chang abstained.

6 Page 6 of 8 H. Approval for Mayor to Enter into a Contract for Hazardous Material Removal up to $1, MOTION: By Councilmember Cucciardi, seconded by Councilmember Diener, to approve the Mayor to enter into a Contract for Hazardous Material Removal up to $1, REPORTS OF COUNCIL COMMITTEES Councilmember Clauson reported the next Finance Committee meeting is scheduled to meet July 28th. Councilmember Ashby reported next Economic Development and Tourism Committee meeting is scheduled for August 14th. Councilmember Lucarelli reported the next Utilities Committee meeting is scheduled for August 14th at 10:30 a.m. The next Sewer Advisory Committee meeting is scheduled to meet September 20th at West Sound Utility District. The next Festival of Chimes and Lights Committee meeting is scheduled for August 14th. Councilmember Diener reported the next Land Use Committee meeting is scheduled to meet July 19th. 9. REPORT OF MAYOR Mayor Putaansuu reported on the following: Thank you note on the approved Loading Zone for the Sidney Arts Museum; Passenger Only Ferry has begun and the Transit Board has approved to extend the Port Orchard Foot Ferry service to coincide schedules for the summer hours; Tremont Widening Construction Project Open House on July 27th at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall; and Community Development Department moving to 720 location, Open House to be in August. 10. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT HEADS Public Works Director Dorsey reported that current focus is now on the Bay Street Segment 3, along with Well Numbers 11,12 and 13. Treasurer Martin reported on Finance Committee conference call with the State Auditor's Office set for July 12th. The Tremont private placement proposal deadline July 12th, and then set to be reviewed.

7 Page 7 of CITIZENS COMMENTS Sharron King thanked the Council for their attendance in the Grand Parade, reported on the event, and future expectations of the Dingy Derby. Also, thanked the Council for allowing the carnival to come to town and reported on plans for next year. Extended thank you to the Police, Public Works, and all citizens for their assistance and participation. Tony Otto, local attorney, discussed recent settlement with the City regarding a bicycle wreck incident that happened on Kitsap and Sidney. Offered a low-cost repair option for the location. Elizabeth Naftchi expressed her position on the potential Tiny Home site and its possible impacts on the neighboring properties. Vaughn Vlist expressed his position regarding the Homeless Community's impact on the City, with the proposed location of the Tiny Homes. Robert Parker expressed his position regarding the assistance to the Homeless Community and the beneficial financial impact of the Tiny Home site. Shahbaz Naftchi expressed his position regarding city investments and potential impact to the community. Rayleen Scott expressed her position regarding the potential Tiny Home site, the benefit to the Homeless Community, and the positive fiscal impact. Corrinne Criss expressed her involvement with the Homeless Community, reasons that cause homelessness, the beneficial financial cost, and her position on the potential Tiny Homes site. Kerry Christofferson expressed her position regarding the potential Tiny Home site, the possible impact to property value, the vetting system for the tenant applicants, the community impacts. Elissa Whittleton expressed her position regarding the potential Tiny Home site, her neighborhood homelessness, thanked the Police Department for their work on the 4th of July, Public Works signage, and thanked Council for discussing Initiative and Referendum. Melinda Carlson expressed her position regarding the potential Tiny Home site, the criteria pick the location, handling of the onsite amenities and property management issues, cost associated, and available locations. Anna Rogue expressed her position regarding the potential Tiny Home site and her concerns with the homelessness in the neighborhood.

8 Page 8 of 8 Tim Blair stated his involvement with the Homeless, informed of the timeline of recent events regarding the Tiny Homes, involvement with other organizations, the benefit to the community, and the efforts towards nonpublic funding. Linda Langford expressed her position regarding the Homeless Community and the potential Tiny Home site. Jacob Cars expressed his position regarding the Homeless Community and the proposed Tiny Home site. Ms. Dyers expressed her personal homeless experiences and her position on the potential Tiny Home site. Curtis Coley expressed his involvement with the Homeless Community and his position on the potential Tiny Home site. Gerry Harmon thanked Public Works for their quick response to her sewer lid complaint. Don expressed his position on the Homeless Community and the need for education on this topic. Kathleen Wilson thanked the Council for reviewing the Special Event Application, and stated that she will be working with city departments for a revised traffic plan to bring back to the July 25th Council Meeting. 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION No executive session was held. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m. No other action was taken. Audio/Visual was successful. Brandy Rinearson, CMC, City Clerk Robert Putaansuu, Mayor I! SEAL : I