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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Minutes - 08/04/2015 i I I T WASHINGTON Kent City Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2015 The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 5:01 p.m. by Mayor Cooke. Councilmembers present: Ralph, Berrios, Boyce, Fincher, Ranniger, and Thomas. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA FROM COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION OR STAFF. Chief Administrative Officer Derek Matheson recommended adding an excused absence for Councilmember Thomas who was absent for the Council meeting of July 28, 2015. He also suggested adding an executive session concerning property negotiations as per RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) for a period of five minutes. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS A. Historical Note from Kent's 125th Anniversary - Craig Allen Reitan, Chief Financial Officer of the Greater Kent Historical Society and Kent resident, presented the history of long-time Kent business, Pay N Pak and its hydroplane boats. He noted that Pay N Pak Corporation opened in the City of Kent in 1969 and highlighted the success of the Pay N Pak hydroplane boats over the years. He informed the audience that the Hydroplane and Race Boat Museum is located at 5917 South 196" Street and the Greater Kent Historical Museum is at 855 East Smith Street. B. Public Recognition - None. C. Community Events - Council President Ralph highlighted that the Seattle Thunderbirds hockey team preseason games begin on September 16. She added that the circus will be there on September 24 and 27 and the Thunderbirds home opener is October 3. She added that the Scorpions and Queensryche will be at the ShoWare is on October 9. Mayor Cooke communicated that Bryan Reil from the Kent Municipal Court is the Employee of the Month for July. Mayor Cooke communicated that there are several history focused events going on in the City on August 15th, such as the open house at the Hydroplane and Race Boat Museum, the Garden Walking Tour for the Mill Creek Historic Neighborhood District, the Neely-Soames open house, the Soos Creek Botanical Garden and Heritage Center's "Experience Historical Kent" event, and the historic downtown Kent walking tour. D. Intergovernmental Reports. - Council President Ralph communicated that she attended the Regional Law Safety and Justice Committee meeting in Seattle. Mental health was the topic at this meeting as well as a discussion on legislative revisions regarding involuntary treatment, commitment and criminal competency. She also noted positive revisions to the laws concerning families being able to appeal the commitment of family members to treatment. She noted that treatment beds are Kent City Council Meeting Minutes limited which posed the question of whether private hospitals can be utilized to fill that need. She communicated that there is an increase and a link between people entering the criminal justice system and mental health. The idea is to get these people the help and treatment that they need in order to stay out of the criminal justice system. Councilmember Fincher stated she had no report from the King Conservation District and there will be no meeting in August. Councilmember Boyce highlighted that the Sound Cities Association Public Issues Committee has their meeting on November 9 and he has no other report. PUBLIC HEARING None. PUBLIC COMMENT None. CONSENT CALENDAR Council President Ralph moved to approve Consent Calendar Items A through K, seconded by Councilmember Thomas. Motion carried 6-0. A. Approval of the minutes — Approve. The minutes of the workshop and regular council meeting of July 21 2015 were approved. B. Payment of Bills — Approve. Bills received through June 30 and paid on June 15 and June 30 after auditing by the Operations Committee on July 21 2015. C. Excused Absence for Councilmember Dennis Higgins - Approve. An excused absence for Councilmember Higgins as he is unable to attend the City Council meeting of August 4, 2015. D. Appointment of the Financial Sustainability Task Force - Confirm. The Council was authorized to confirm the Selection Committee's appointments of Jerry Coupe, Lamont Williams, Tom Smith, Ricki Robinson, Andrew Hough, April Santa Rosa, Delores Christianson, Richard Wilkinson, Ross Hardy, Michael Johnson, Atama Anand, Dennis Manes, Lew Sellers, Alan Gray, Mohinder Sohal, Elmo "La Mont Palmer, Parwinder Dhanda and Marcia "Lisa" Bartholomew to the Financial Sustainability Task Force. E. Consultant Agreement with KBA Inc. — S. Central Construction I Management —Authorize. The Mayor was authorized to sign a Consultant Services Agreement with KBA Inc., in an amount not to exceed $600,000, to provide construction management services for the Central Avenue S. Project, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. 2 Kent City Council Meeting Minutes F. Overlay Project Change Order — ICON — Authorize. The Mayor was authorized to sign a Construction change order with ICON Materials for $519,604.25 to provide additional asphalt work on 40th Avenue South between South 272nd and north of Cambridge Court, and 42nd Ave South between Reith Road and South 261st Street, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. G. Water District #111 Service Boundary Change Agreement - Approve. The Mayor was authorized to sign an agreement with Water District #111 that would adjust the water service area and corporate boundary of the Kent water utility to include the On Rainier Pond Plat, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. H. 2014 Downtown Parking Sign Replacement — Accept as Complete. The Mayor was authorized to accept the 2014 Downtown Parking Sign Replacement Project as complete and release retainage to Transportation Systems, Inc. upon receipt of standard releases from the state and the release of any liens. I. 2015 Crack Sealing Proiect — Accept as Complete. The Mayor was authorized to accept the 2015 Crack Sealing Project as complete and release retainage to C.R. Contracting, upon receipt of standard releases from the state and the release of any liens. J. Grant Application Resolution to Recreation and Conservation Office for Turf Renovation at Hogan Park - Adopt. Resolution No. was adopted, authorizing the submittal of a grant application to the Recreation and Conservation Office to assist in funding the conversion of Hogan Park baseball field number one to a synthetic turf, multi-use field. K. Excused Absence for Councilmember Les Thomas - Approve. An excused absence for Councilmember Thomas as he is unable to attend the City Council meeting of July 28, 2015. OTHER BUSINESS A. 2015 LTGO Refunding Bonds Ordinance — Adopt. Aaron BeMiller, Finance Director communicated the item. He communicated that this ordinance is to refund the 2006 series bonds. He noted that the City will be refunding $8,600,000, He highlighted the six conditions that need to be met for the designated representative to approve the final refunding. Council President Ralph moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4160, providing for the issuance of one or more series of limited tax general obligation refunding bonds in the aggregate principal amount not to exceed $30,000,000 to refund certain outstanding bonds and to pay costs of issuing the bonds; providing the form and terms of the bonds; and delegating the authority to approve the final terms of the bonds, seconded by Councilmember Boyce. Motion carried j 6-0. 3 Kent City Council Meeting Minutes B. Fireworks Advisory Proposition Pro and Con Committees - Appoint Mayor Cooke spoke on the item. She communicated that this is for the advisory pro/con committees. She noted that the item will be a part of the November 3 ballot. Council President Ralph mentioned that there were 15 applicants and discussed the deadlines moving forward. Councilmember Berrios moved to appoint Gwen Allen-Carston, Dave McDougall, and Richard Brandau to serve on the committee advocating approval of Proposition 1, seconded by Councilmember Ranniger. Councilmember Thomas abstained. Motion carried 5-0. Council President Ralph moved to appoint Richard Wilkinson, Lorraine Brinkmann, and Colin Hauck to serve on the committee advocating disapproval of Proposition 1, and direct the City Clerk to submit the appointments to King County Elections, seconded by Councilmember Boyce. Motion carried 6-0. BIDS A. Briscoe-Desimone Levee Improvements Reach 4 - Award. Tim LaPorte, Public Works Director discussed the bid award. He reviewed the project and displayed what the improvements will look like once work is completed. He noted that Razz Construction is the low bidder. Council President Ralph moved to award the Briscoe-Desimone Levee Improvements Reach 4 Project to Razz Construction, Inc. in the amount of $873,421.28 and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director, seconded by Councilmember Fincher. Motion carried 6- 0. REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES, STAFF AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES A. Council President. - Council President Ralph noted that there was no Council workshop due to National Night Out. Therefore, there was nothing to report. B. Mayor. - No report. C. Chief Administrative Officer. - Chief Administrative Officer Derek Matheson stated that the CAO Report is in the packet and there will be a five-minute executive session. D. Economic & Community Development Committee. - No report. E. Operations Committee. - The report is in the Committee minutes. F. Parks and Human Services Committee. - No report. 4 i Kent City Council Meeting Minutes I� G. Public Safety Committee. - No report. H. Public Works Committee. - The report is in the Committee minutes. I. Regional Fire Authority. - No report and no meeting this month. EXECUTIVE SESSION At 5:27 p.m., Mayor Cooke announced that the Council would recess into an Executive Session for five minutes to discuss property negotiations, per RCW 42.30.110(i)(b). At 5:32 p.m., the Executive Session concluded and Mayor Cooke reconvened the regular meeting. ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION Council President Ralph moved to authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents to complete the purchase of the Goodwin property located at 520 Kensington Avenue, in an amount not to exceed $115,000 plus reasonable closing costs, subject to approval of the final terms and conditions by the City Attorney and Public Works Director, seconded by Councilmember Fincher. Motion carried 6-0. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m. RonalkFo re, Ny C City Cler I 5 • K EN T KE���" CITY CLERK'S OFFICE Ronald F. Moore, MMC, City Clerk 220 Fourth Avenue S. Kent, WA. 98032 Fax: 253-856-6725 Phone: 253-856-5728 DATE: August 4, 2015 (as of 11:00 a.m.) TO: Mayor Cooke and Kent City Council FROM: Ronald F. Moore, City Clerk RE: Advisory Proposition 1 Pro/Con Committee Candidate Applications Please find the attached applications for appointment to the Pro/Con Committees for the City of Kent Advisory Proposition 1 to the November 3, 2015 ballot, calling for an advisory vote on whether the Council should pass an ordinance prohibiting the sale, possession, or discharge of consumer fireworks. There were 15 applications submitted from July 29 - August 3; nine CON (opposing a ban) and six PRO (in favor of a ban). One of the applicants, Patrick Carlon submitted an application on July 30 for the CON committee, but left a voicemail message for me this morning confirming he was applying as a candidate for the PRO committee. Additionally, David Brinkmann noted his interest to be appointed to the PRO committee, but later confirmed he wanted to be appointed to the CON Committee. PRO COMMITTEE (Support a ban) APPLICANTS: Gwen Allen-Carston 2. Jane Henry 3. Patrick Carlon 4. Jack Nixon © Dave McDougal 66. Richard Brandau CON COMMITTEE (Oppose a ban) APPLICANTS: Richard Wilkinson Karen Gower 3. Jerald Farley Lorraine Brinkmann Kirsten (Brown?) 6. Holly Hopper Colin Hauck 8. Jacob Leland Dreifus 9. David Brinkmann Pro Committee Applications From: FireworksBanProCon Comm itteeApp(@Kentwa.00v To: Moore.Ronald Cc: Sconce,Grew Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Wednesday,July 29,2015 7:29:35 AM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/29/2015 7:29:33 AM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Gwen Allen-Carston Address 24228 104th Ave s e Work Phone 2538544229 Cell Phone 2534869029 Home Phone 2534869029 Email gallencarston@gmail.com Pro or Con Pro (Support a ban) Live in City Yes Limits Work or Own a Business in Yes Kent Registered Yes Voter Why are you I am a resident of 11 years and feel that this is something seeking an which should have been done a long while ago. This year was too appointment unsettling not to want to do something about it. Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoore .kentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAppc(o Kentwa.gov on 7/29/2015 7:29:33 AM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeAooCa)Kentwa.00v To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce,Grew Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Friday,July 31,2015 8:47:16 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/31/2015 8:47:14 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Richard Brandau Address 13605 SE 267th PI Work Phone N/A Cell Phone 2069634699 Home Phone 2536317433 Email rich_brandau@yahoo,com Pro or Con Pro (Support a ban) Live in City yes Limits Work or Own a Business in No Kent Registered yes Voter The fireworks situation in Kent has gotten worse every year. It is now beyond the point of being reasonable. The loud fireworks tend to startle pets, young children, senior citizens, and veterans suffering from PTSD. Wh are King County park personnel were removing fireworks debris from }' y OU the wooded area along Soos Creek Trail on July 5th. seeking an ointment The wooded area was within Kent City limits. With our pp unusually dry summer, the possibility of fire caused by personal fireworks was extremely high. I think it's time to put a stop to the madness with a complete ban of unlicensed fireworks. I would like to help with this effort. Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoorenkentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeApp Kentwa.gov on 7/31/2015 8:47:14 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeARnna Kentwa.gov To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce.Gregg Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Thursday,July 30,2015 12:19:12 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/30/2015 12:19:11 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name patrick carlon Address 21413 52nd way s Work 3307199511 Phone Cell Phone 3307199511 Home 3307199511 Phone Email ptc114@gmail.com Pro or Con Con(Oppose a ban) Carlon called and left a VM that he is PRO (Support a ban Live in City Yes Limits Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered Yes Voter I believe I may be able to share my knowledge of not only consumer fireworks products but also the business side of fireworks. I have spent almost the last 20 years in the retail consumer fireworks industry but I am currently not working as a result of medical disability. While my disability (degenerative lumbar disc issues) does have its physical limitations, I feel that my product / industry knowledge would be useful to the Why are committee. you While I think I could most helpful to the "con" fireworks ban seeking an side of this discussion my first concern, as a resident, is always going to be safety. Safety and the sale of consumer appointmen actually go hand in hand. If I can be useful to the committee, I would be happy to help in any way I can. Thanks for considering me. Patrick Carlon Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoore .kentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAppaKentwa.gov on 7/30/2015 12:19:11 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeADD(alKentwa.00v To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce.Grego Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Wednesday,July 29,2015 7:54:10 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/29/2015 7:54:07 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Jane Henry Address 10727 SE 242nd St 4C2 Work 2538542192 Phone Cell Phone 2538542192 Home 2538542192 Phone Email janiehank@aol.com Pro or Con Pro (Support a ban) Live in City Yes Limits Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered Yes Voter As a Kent homeowner, I have chosen to put down roots in this city. Sadly, I have come to dread the July 4th holiday as I witness, time and time again, individuals illegally and irresponsibly setting off fireworks on or around the 4th of July. Especially this year, I was fearful that carelessness would lead to the loss of human lives, be the source of serious injuries, and would result in property damage and loss because of the high fire danger. I also dread the effect that fireworks have on one's emotional well-being, the ability to sleep, and on residents' pets. (In our community we call it a "war zone.") Why are Lastly, the leftover mess from the fireworks is long-lasting as you the vast majority of people setting them off do not clean up after themselves, leaving the streets filled with debris that seeking an lasts until the sweeper can come through and clean it up. appointmen The 4th of July time period is something I focus on enduring rather than enjoying and I am tired of that. I feel that the burden shouldn't be on the Kent Police Department to go after those who are willfully breaking the law by setting off fireworks outside of the designated time on the 4th, or illegal fireworks at any time; and on the city of Kent to clean up the mess left behind. I envy cities like Auburn and Newcastle that have a fireworks' ban in place, and it's time the city of Kent does the same. Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoor kentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAl2paKentxva.gov on 7/29/2015 7:54:07 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeADD(a)Kentwa.gov To: Moore.Ronald Cc: Sconce.Greaa Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Friday,July 31,2015 6:55:34 AM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/31/2015 6:55:33 AM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Dave McDougall Address 626 2nd Ave S Work 2535798043 Phone Cell Phone 2535798043 Home 2538509415 Phone Email dewermcd@gmail.com Pro or Con Pro (Support a ban) Live in City Yes Limits Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered Yes Voter My wife and I have been trying for years to work directly with city government to take responsibility for governing fireworks use in the city. I have attended and spoken at council safety committee hearings and written numerous emails to city council members. As well, we have tried to get KPD intervention to respond to present fireworks city regulations to absolutely no avail. This year with new restriction of limiting fireworks to a single day and period was the absolutely worst year, seemingly to concentrate/compress fireworks activity(and violations)into a smaller time frame. In my neighborhood it was as if we were in a war zone under constant bombardment of illegal mortars and other incendiary devices that assaulted our personal property and home, deprived us of our constitutional rights to peace and civil order, but exposed us to crime because all of Kent's public services(fire, police, ambulance) were completely overwhelmed and for the most part unavailable to the public, certainly not to us because we tried with no success. Beyond the obvious, the present permissive fireworks attitude by city officials puts not only the public at risk but also its employees. Police are not only overwhelmed (to include the 911 system) but officers are placed in an extremely vulnerable position by not being able to discern fireworks from gunshots if they indeed respond to a call involving possible use of firearms. As well, Police are often confronted with a public attitude of arrogance and entitlement when they are in contact with certain elements of the public while investigating possible illegal fireworks use, fueled often by alcohol and "group" think. I also understand that the din of noise and chaos is a trigger emotional/mental episodes for those citizens among us suffering from PTSD as a result of their military service where they experience the very same barrage of noise and light under actual attack. I often have heard that this is a democracy and the perspective that "most" people in Kent support fireworks. Though I find it hard to agree to this assumption by fireworks defenders in the face of the fact that Kent, along with Auburn and Covington, are the only remaining incorporated communities in King Cty where fireworks are not banned. I maintain that fireworks support is promoted by a smaller but very LOUD minority. But regardless of where the majority might be on the issue, I must remind city Why are government that we live in a constitutional republic. Democracy is a theoretical form of government that is something used as a you model to aspire to or move towards. However, it can't be seeking an confused with mobocracy and/or the tyranny of the majority over the minority opinion. There are certain rights that are not up appointmenl to debate or for vote which we as citizens can rely upon to ensure our peace and tranquility, not the least of which is an expectation to be safe in our own home. This is the "castle" doctrine and is fundamental to our social doctrine and our social contract. We elect representatives (council members) not simply to reflect the "majority" opinion however that is perceived and collected, but also to use their knowledge, wisdom, and common sense to do things in support of the collective good, the commonweal in accordance with guidelines long established by our defining historical documents of record, the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. I don't subscribe to anarchy nor do I believe do most others. However, the city of Kent literally legitimizes anarchy in its streets and neighborhoods annually for either a few days or even one where anyone, including those people from surrounding communities where fireworks are banned, can come in an literally act like crazy persons without any responsibility or fear of repercussion. If someone is personally adversely impacted due to medical condition (aged, traumatized or animals that have no defense) , or if property is damaged, or refuse is strewn in the streets, or neighbors are pitted against one another, it makes no never mind because no one is held accountable to any great degree. Lastly, we found out this year that the state and the governor has no capability within present state law to intervene to control fireworks using executive authority in emergency conditions. This came to light because of the severe climate changes that drastically increased the risk of fire. So, the city can not simply look to the state to take charge and implement even a temporary ban for whatever the extenuating circumstance may be at the time. I'm not sure whether the county is likewise inhibited since there was no discussion that I could find. The point is, the council should not simply rely either on the "public" for cover to justify a decision to continue private display of fireworks or some other government official to make the decision for them. The council needs to stand up and act and do collectively what they were elected to do and that is to be guardians of the collective best interests of the city and its citizens, using common sense and good judgment and in compliance with my right to feel and be safe and protected in my own home, my own community. Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMooreAkentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAppUKentwa.gov on 7/31/2015 6:55:33 AM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeAoo(a)Kentwa.cov To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce.Greco Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Thursday,July 30,2015 1:01:16 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/30/2015 1:01:14 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Jack Nixon Address 21727 96th pl south Work 253-797-5103 Phone Cell Phone 253-797-5103 Home 253-797-5103 Phone Email golferjack@hotmail.com Pro or Con Pro (Support a ban) Live in City Yes Limits Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered Yes Voter Why are Time to ban fireworks. Have had several grass fires on or near you my property, including this year, because of the use of legal and illegal fireworks. I pick up the mess every year. Police and seeking an Fire departments are overwhelmed during the week of the 4th appointmen affecting response times and safety of Kent residents. Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoore .kentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAppnKentwa.gov on 7/30/2015 1:01:14 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. Con Committee Applications From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeAoo(�)Kentwa.00v To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce,Greaa Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Wednesday,July 29,2015 12:42:17 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/29/2015 12:42:14 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Richard Wilkinson Address 11209 SE 267th P1, Kent 98030 Work 253-236-8879 Phone Cell Phone 952-239-41 12 Home 253-236-8879 Phone Email RWilkinson1123 @gmail.com Pro or Con Con(Oppose a ban) Live in City Yes Limits Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered Yes Voter Why are As I have expressed previously, I think asking the voters to you approve an "advisory"is inappropriate. I would like to seeking an participate in writing a description for the particular vote appointmen entry on the ballot as to why the voter should vote "NO" Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoore .kentwaaam from FireworksBanProConCommitteeApp a�K4 entwa goy on 7/29/2015 12:42:14 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeAeo(@Kentwa.gov To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce,Greaa Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Wednesday,July 29,2015 3:00:31 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/29/2015 3:00:28 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Karen Gower Address 910 North G Street, Tacoma, WA 98403 Work 253-973-2017 Phone Cell Phone 253-973-2017 Home 253-973-2017 Phone Email gowerk@tntfireworks.com Pro or Con Con(Oppose a ban) Live in City No Limits Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered yes Voter I have worked with the non-profit organizations that sell legal consumer fireworks for 45 years. More importantly, I also serve Why are on a technical advisory group with the State Fire Marshal, you local fire officials,and others involved in fireworks safety and education that meets monthly throughout the year. I have access seeking an to facts and knowlege that will be most helpful to making an appointmen informed decision by the voters of Kent. Thank you! Karen Gower Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMooregkentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAnp(gKentwa.gov on 7/29/2015 3:00:28 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeAoo(d)Kentwa.aov To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce,Greog Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Wednesday,July 29,2015 4:13:43 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/29/2015 4:13:40 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Jerald Farley Address 16526 Shore Drive NE Work Phone 206 713-3388 Cell Phone 206 713-3388 Home Phone 206 713-3388 Email farley@uptime.org Pro or Con Con (Oppose a ban) Live in City Limits No Work or Own a Business No in Kent Registered Voter No Why are you seeking an Expertise on the issue of fireworks. fireworks laws appointment and fireworks usaged Email "Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoore .kentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAp12AKentwa.gov on 7/29/2015 4:13:40 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeApp(o)Kentwa.aov To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce,Gregg Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Thursday,July 30,2015 7:47:59 AM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/30/2015 7:47:58 AM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Lorraine Brinkmann Address 1012 E Maclyn St Kent Wa 98030 Work 2062141574 Phone Cell Phone 2533631283 Home 2533631283 Phone Email Lory.sears@gmail.com Pro or Con Con(Oppose a ban) Live in City yes Limits Work or Own a yes Business in Kent Registered yes Voter I am seeking appointment due to the overwhelming amount of people in my neighborhood against fireworks. During the 4 years I have lived in Kent there has not been a fireworks created fire in my neighborhood. I have heard about or seen more fires created by people throwing cigarettes buts from car windows than by fireworks. I came from Tacoma where they are not legal and Why are being able to have fireworks in Kent was one of the reasons we you moved here. You will not stop people from lighting off fireworks by banning them. You will also send more people to buy them on seeking an the Indian reservations to get them if the safe and sane ones appointment are not available at stands in the city limits. Banning them is not a safer option. Another huge complaint is there is not a good fireworks show in our city, the show at Lake Meridian is small, parking is extremely limited and the park is to small to accommodate even a quarter of the city. Also many families want to be with their extended family on the 4th for a BBQ, again the park cannot accommodate that. Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoore Akentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAppAKentwa.gov on 7/30/2015 7:47:58 AM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeApp(abKentwa.gov To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce,Greaa Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Friday,July 31,2015 10:11:51 AM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/31/2015 10:11:50 AM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Kirsten Address 6123 S. 242nd Pl. Apt 12-104 Work (206)714-9174 Phone Cell Phone (206)714-9174 Home (206)714-9174 Phone Email dkmbrown03@yahoo.com Pro or Con Con(Oppose a ban) Live in City yes Limits Work or Own a yes Business in Kent Registered yes Voter Independence Day is about celebrating our freedoms. The 4th of July brings community together. If neighborhoods cannot join together to celebrate our freedoms under the Flag as a United State by the pleasures of impressive; we risk loosing valuable connections to our flag. Our Armed Forces have fought and sacrificed so much so we can, HAVE a country, such as ours. These values; the birth of our Nation should be celebrated, not blocked or banned. The tribal communities and families that make/sell fireworks have to make a living. By limiting their incomes doesn't make economic sense. Cutting small businesses and chances for families to support their families isn't right. It is just un- American. It also sends a negative image; blocks our strength to form unified communities. Why are Kent Meridian will also face a lot more congestion, and for families that can't make it to public functions easily but want you to light up the sky, can't. It's discriminating. seeking an The 4th of July tells our local Armed Professionals locally and appointmen internationally that we support and celebrate the difficult, the sacrifices they have made so we may have utilize our freedoms; being able to celebrate our National Birthday makes sense. People can choose not to buy, not to celebrate, wear ear muffs, or notify their neighbors about PTSD struggles, remind others to please be respectful and gentle. This is a choice we have because of our Independence. Illegal fireworks are still illegal and those lighting off illegals should be held responsible under the law. I don't support illegal activities. Safety is important. Protecting the community is really important to me. Banning a chance to celebrate people, their work, our flag when its our tradition in legal ways doesn't make sense. I do not support the ban. Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMooreg_kentwa.eov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeApl2gKentwa.gov on 7/31/2015 10:11:50 AM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeApp(abKentwa.gov To: Moore.Ronald Cc: Sconce,Grego Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Sunday,August 02,2015 10:29:56 AM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 8/2/2015 10:29:55 AM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Holly Hooper Address 21409 52nd way s Work Phone 0000000000 Cell Phone 2069796755 Home Phone 0000000000 Email Gmoneymama@hotmail.com Pro or Con Con(Oppose a ban) Live in City yes Limits Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered yes Voter Why are you I hope that the city of Kent will NOT make fire works illegal. seeking an It is one of the last cities that allow fireworks and it is a appointment very important family/community time for us. Email "Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoorenkentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAj2p c.Kentwa.gov on 8/2/2015 10:29:55 AM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeAopCalKentwa.gov To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce.Greao Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Sunday,August 02,2015 1:48:23 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 8/2/2015 1:48:21 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Colin Hauck Address 14017 SE 237th PL,Kent, WA 98042 Work 2064222645 Phone Cell Phone 2064222645 Home 2536316859 Phone Email chauck@linfield.edu Pro or Con Con(Oppose a ban) Live in City yes Limits Work or Own a yes Business in Kent Registered yes Voter I am a junior at Linfield College and majoring in intercultural communication. I would like to be on the committee to oppose the ban on fireworks in Kent because it is a great American tradition. Here are some reasons why: First of all, fireworks are symbolic to this holiday and the meaning behind it. The fourth of July is Independence Day and fireworks are the embodiment of America's independence from Britain. They symbolize all of the hard work our predecessors put in to get our country to the place it is today. Secondly, fireworks bring together the community because they are something that everyone can enjoy. Since Kent is such a diverse place, it gives everyone a great opportunity to meet interesting people and learn about other cultures. July fourth is a day where people are drawn together and can learn about each other while celebrating a holiday. Even if some people do not choose to discharge their own fireworks, most people generally enjoy watching fireworks. This draws people outside of their homes and gives neighbors a chance to mingle and get to know each Why are other better. For example, in my neighborhood, a Ukrainian couple recently moved into a house across the street from mine. you On the fourth of July this year, they were out enjoying seeking an watching the fireworks. Other neighbors, one of whom is Greek, were also out enjoying the show. While they were both outside, appointmeni they meet each other for the first time and were able to talk and introduce themselves to each other, while also learning a little bit about each of their cultures. Without the fireworks display, these neighbors might have gone living close to each other without really knowing who they are and not creating the neighborly bond that they did create that night. Finally, fireworks are a fun tradition that myself and many others have grown up with in Kent. Independence Day is my second favorite holiday and I look forward to it every year. Since fireworks are only allowed one day every year, it is something I greatly look forward to and appreciate even more, because only having it one day a year makes it that much more special. When following the rules regarding fireworks and handling them in the way they should be handled, fireworks are a great part of the holiday celebrating our independence as a separate country from Great Britain. Along with the reasons why I oppose the ban on fireworks in Kent, being a communications major, I feel this would be a great opportunity for me to further develop my communication skills as well as work for a cause I believe in. Email"Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoore@kentwa.eov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAI212gKentwa.gov on 8/2/2015 1:48:21 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeARo(OKentwa.gov To: Moore,Ronald Cc: Sconce,Greaa Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Monday,August 03,2015 3:45:08 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 8/3/2015 3:45:05 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name Jacob Leland Dreifus Address 11328 SE Kent Kangley Rd Apt B 102 Work Phone N/A Cell Phone 253-652-9368 Home Phone 253-652-9368 Email jdshady9775@yahoo.com Pro or Con Con (Oppose a ban) Live in City Limits Yes Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered Voter No Why are you seeking I care about the city of Kent and want to become an appointment involved in local issues and politics. Email "Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoorenkentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeAPpn.Kentwa.gov on 8/3/2015 3:45:05 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconc@kentwa.gov. From: FireworksBanProConCommitteeApo(la Kentwa.gov To: Moore.Ronald Cc: Sconce,Gregg Subject: Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Date: Thursday,July 30,2015 3:08:11 PM Data from form "Fireworks Ban Pro-Con Committee" was received on 7/30/2015 3:08:09 PM. Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee Field Value Name David Brinkmann Address 1012 E Maclyn St Work 2063530974 Phone Cell Phone 2063530974 Home 2063530974 Phone Email davebrinkmann@gmail.com Pro or Con Pro (Support a ban) Con (Oppose a ban) - Confirmed via telephone, 8/4 @ 10:2 am Live in City Yes Limits Work or Own a No Business in Kent Registered yes Voter I feel that the 4th of July is a way for families and neighbors to come together to celebrate the birth of the United States of America. Fireworks have been a huge part of that tradition over the years. Tradition are important for the next generations. Fireworks can be dangerous if improperly used just like a lot of Why are things in our communities. For being the 3rd largest city in King County the City of Kent does not have the proper venue to you allow the families in it's communities to fully enjoy this seeking an traditions of family and friends for the 4th of July at Lake meridian. I grew up in Tacoma that has had a ban in place for at appointment least 20 years and it has not stop people from purchasing and lighting fireworks. I would rather have the revenue go back into my community thru taxes and charities then going to neighboring cities and Indian reservations. I would like to see the continued tradition of fireworks to be allowed in our communities of the City of Kent. Email "Application Received for the Fireworks Ban Pro/Con Committee"originally sent to RMoore .kentwa.gov from FireworksBanProConCommitteeApnna I�ntwa.ggy.on 7/30/2015 3:08:09 PM.The following were also sent a copy:gsconce@kentwa.gov.