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Tukwila City Council
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CALL TO ORDER /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL
Regular Meeting
July 20, 2009 7:00 P.M.
Mayor Haggerton called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:05 p.m. and led the
audience in the Pledge of Allegiance
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Councilmembers Joe Duffie,
Joan Hernandez, Pam Linder, Dennis Robertson, Verna Griffin, De'Sean Quinn.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER HOUGARDY
FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; Jack Pace, Community Development
Director; Carol Lumb, Senior Planner; Shawn Hunstock, Finance Director; Peggy McCarthy, Deputy
Finance Director; Bob Giberson, Acting Public Works Director; Rebecca McGregor, Police Records
Manager; Don Tomaso, Fire Marshal; Lisa Verner, Project Manager; Derek Speck, Economic
Development Administrator; Mary Miotke, Information Technology Director; Kimberly Matej, Council
Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Introduction of new employees:
Teresa Schuring, Records Specialist, Police Department
Rebecca McGregor, Police Records Manager, introduced Teresa Schuring to the City Council. Ms.
Schuring is from Bothell and graduated from Central Washington University with a Bachelor's Degree in
Sociology. She has held positions in the library system and in customer service.
Jennifer Ferrer Santalnes, Fiscal Coordinator, Finance Department
Peggy McCarthy, Deputy Finance Director, introduced Jennifer Ferrer Santalnes to the City Council. Ms.
Ferrer Santalnes is from Kent and formerly worked for the City of Burien. She attended both Central
Washington University and City University and has a Master's Degree.
Ana Le, Administrative Support Coordinator, City Clerk's Office
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, introduced Ana Le to the City Council. Ms. Le currently resides in Renton
and was formerly employed by the Department of Social and Health Services. She graduated from the
University of Washington with a Business Degree.
The City Councilmembers welcomed Ms. Schuring, Ms. Ferrer- Santalnes, and Ms. Le to the City of
Tukwila.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Sharon Mann, 4452 South 160 Street, referenced the recent opening of the Link Light Rail system. She
suggested consideration of a shuttle that would go to the Westfield Southcenter Mall and the Family Fun
Center. She also indicated that additional signage to the Light Rail system would be beneficial. Ms.
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Mann conveyed that a week prior to the Light Rail opening, the Tukwila International Boulevard Action
Committee (TIBAC) and volunteers from the area picked up 2200 pounds of trash near the Light Rail
station. She would like to see that area put on a regular schedule for street sweeping and sidewalk
clearing. She relayed there is still winter sand on some of the roadways and freeways in that area.
Mayor Haggerton conveyed that some of the areas referenced are in the City of SeaTac and not within
the control of Tukwila.
Councilmember Quinn expressed appreciation to the Tukwila International Boulevard Action Committee
for their hard work and ongoing commitment to the community.
Barbara Bader, 13660 Military Road South, inquired as to why Tukwila did not have a booth at the recent
Light Rail opening event.
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator, explained the City has multiple large projects in
progress at this time, to include the Shoreline Master Program, Tukwila Urban Center, Tukwila Village
and Tukwila South. There were not staff resources available for this event. He expressed appreciation to
the Tukwila International Boulevard Action Committee for having a booth at the opening of the Light Rail
system.
CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 07/06/09 (Regular)
b. Approval of Vouchers #347767- #348037 #200907201- #200907202 in the amount of $4,329,953.13
c. Accept as complete the East Marginal Way South Fiber Interconnect project (Contract #08 -123) with
Dennis R. Craig Construction, Inc.; authorize release of retainage, subject to the standard claim and lien
release procedures (final cost of project, including retainage: $135,303.15).
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED
AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Shoreline Master Program (SMP) Update and Environmental Review continued from
July 13, 2009
7:22 p.m. Mayor Haggerton reconvened the public hearing and asked for a report from staff.
Carol Lumb, Senior Planner, indicated the Public Hearing for the Shoreline Master Program commenced
on April 20, 2009; was continued to July 13, 2009; and again continued to this meeting to receive
information from the City Attorney regarding the timing of public comments.
Mayor Haggerton requested the City Clerk begin the public comment process.
Christy O'Flaherty referenced the following documents received by staff prior to the public hearing:
Email correspondence (1 page) from Donald Scanlon to Carol Lumb, Senior Planner, dated
July 19, 2009 (Exhibit 23).
Letter and documents (238 pages) and associated maps from Gordon Derr, Attorneys at Law, to
the Tukwila City Council, dated July 20, 2009 (Exhibit 24).
The above documents were duplicated and distributed to the Mayor, City Administrator, City Council, City
Attorney and relevant staff members.
Donald Scanlon, 13410 40 Avenue South, indicated his property is north of Southgate Park. Southgate
Creek runs through his backyard, and one of the salmon incubators is in his backyard. Approximately 7
years ago he attended a Water Resource Inventory Area 9 (WRIA9) meeting and heard scientists and
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biologists discuss issues regarding the river and watershed. At that time they had the authority to widen
the river to protect the salmon habitat. This has been in the works for some time. He also conveyed that
Tukwila is not alone regarding the SMP, and as other cities implement the plan, it can increase flows.
Tukwila must make accommodations and not end up in a bottleneck situation. He also inquired as to
whether there is a designated flood zone, so people will know where the trouble spots may be.
Bill Toon, 13360 56 Avenue South, relaxed that he disagrees with the SMP. He referenced the river
being dredged upstream from South 180 h Street toward Kent and Auburn, increasing the height of the
riverbanks. In his view that could create a tremendous log jam and cause harm to wildlife and fish. He
does not feel the landowners have been adequately represented and is concerned this is a violation of
constitutional rights. From his standpoint, the owners should not have to give up land for nothing.
Joe Desimone, 5609 SW Manning Street, Seattle, stated that his family owns approximately 90 acres
along the Duwamish River, and he has concerns about the SMP. A recent report from Gardner
Economics shows a negative absorption rate in the last 6 months. If all the properties in Tukwila and
South King County were on the market, they would never be absorbed. The standard of 24 months in the
SMP is arbitrary and unreasonable in his view. It also requires the property to maintain the same type of
use, making re- leasing even more difficult. He is suggesting an extension to 4 years so that owners could
get their property re- leased, particularly in the current economic climate. He would also like to see an
extra 12 months in case properties are not leased out. If the properties are not leased, revenues to the
City will be lost. From his standpoint, the proposed 100 -foot buffer in non -levee areas does not have
scientific evidence. The City of Auburn is allowing a buffer reduction of 35% to protect the shoreline
functions. It is important to have a program that enhances the functions of the buffers, and the
Department of Ecology has approved this. He would also like to see revegetation and landscaping
requirements be more proportionate and the option for 2 properties to share public access.
Louie Sanft, 6120 52 Avenue South, provided a 6 -page letter, dated November 3, 2008 (Exhibit 25)
that was distributed to the Mayor, City Council, and relevant staff. He indicated that the percentage
increase in setbacks is not proportionate, and he would like to see a more modest setback. In his view,
the 125 -foot setback requested by the Department of Ecology is not something the City has to do. The
Department of Ecology cannot impose this setback, and they are hoping the City of Tukwila will do so.
Additionally, the non conformance of existing properties is problematic, as buildings that are currently in
conformance could change to being non conforming. This presents economic difficulties when trying to
sell property as financing becomes more difficult to obtain for potential buyers. In his view, the drafting of
the SMP did not involve public participation or take into account the economic impacts to owners.
Mayor Haggerton asked the City Attorney for options on next steps.
Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, referenced the Council's question from the prior Council meeting about
having the public hearing continue in an open status and further acceptance of public comments. Ms.
Kerslake recommended closing the public hearing, explaining that the record needs to be confined for
easy retrieval. Staff must also be given the opportunity to pull the public comments together and provide
them to the Council to be part of the deliberative process.
Mayor Haggerton asked for comments from the Council.
Council President Hernandez referenced the SMP work sessions scheduled in the near future and
inquired as to accepting public comments at those meetings.
Ms. Kerslake indicated it would be up to the Chair of the work session as to whether public comments are
accepted. She indicated the statute regarding public participation conveys that the public hearing is an
opportunity for the public to give input, and then the Council considers that input and makes a decision.
Council President Hernandez inquired as to whether the Council could continue taking written comments.
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Ms. Kerslake indicated the record is provided to the Council by staff. If written comments continue to
come in, then staff can provide those comments for consideration up until the time of the Council's
decision.
Councilmember Linder commented that the City's proposed SMP will receive another public hearing at
the Department of Ecology, and property owners will have another opportunity to comment on the final
plan
Councilmember Robertson asked if the public hearing could be closed and additional public hearings
opened at future dates.
Ms. Kerslake responded that under State law there is a requirement that there be one open record
hearing, which is currently in progress. She reiterated that the plan the City submits to the Department of
Ecology will involve another public hearing there, and then when it comes back, there will be another
public hearing component as well.
Councilmember Robertson commented that with regard to the SMP work sessions, it was the will of the
Council that there be no public comments. The sessions are an opportunity for the Council to discuss
and work through the policy issues with staff.
Councilmember Quinn inquired as to whether there is an expectation that written comments to the SMP
receive an immediate response.
Ms. Kerslake explained that while the written comments can be considered by the Council, no specific
responses are provided to the comments.
The Councilmembers discussed continuation of the public hearing as well as the need to work through a
great many issues to meet the required deadlines. Council consensus existed to close the public hearing.
7:53 p.m. Mayor Haggerton closed the public hearing.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Authorize the expenditure of Sound Transit mitigation funds for the purchase of specialized fire
equipment relative to the Link Light Rail project in the amount of $222,052.00.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO AUTHORIZE THE EXPENDITURE OF SOUND
TRANSIT MITIGATION FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF SPECIALIZED FIRE EQUIPMENT
RELATIVE TO THE LINK LIGHT RAIL PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $222,052.00.
MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
b. Authorize the Mayor to sign Supplement #1 to Contract #09 -044 with KPG, Inc. for 2009 Small
Drainage Program construction management services in the amount of $29,956.68.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN
SUPPLEMENT #1 TO CONTRACT #09 -044 WITH KPG, INC. FOR 2009 SMALL DRAINAGE
PROGRAM CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $29,956.68.
MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with R. W. Beck for the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) Phase II stormwater requirements in the amount of $24,502.00.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN
AGREEMENT WITH R.W. BECK FOR THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION
SYSTEM (NPDES) PHASE II STORMWATER REQUIREMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,502.00.
MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
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d. An ordinance amending Tukwila Municipal Code 14.12.260 regarding "Discharge of Foreign
Substance into Public Sewer," updating requirements to meet current guidelines, and adding
regulations regarding unlawful discharge enforcement.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 342 §24, AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE
14.12.260, "DISCHARGE OF FOREIGN SUBSTANCE INTO PUBLIC SEWER UPDATING
REQUIREMENTS TO MEET CURRENT GUIDELINES; ADDING REGULATIONS REGARDING
UNLAWFUL DISCHARGE ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2243.
e. An ordinance granting a non exclusive franchise to AT &T Corporation for the purpose of
installing, operating, and maintaining a telecommunications system in the City.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
GRANTING A NON EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO AT &T CORP., LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO
CONDUCT BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, FOR THE PURPOSE OF
INSTALLING, OPERATING, AND MAINTAINING A TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM IN
CERTAIN PUBLIC RIGHTS -OF -WAY IN THE CITY; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 2128;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2244.
f. An ordinance amending regulations regarding bid procedures and adding emergency
procurement provisions.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING REGULATIONS REGARDING BID PROCEDURES AND ADDING EMERGENCY
PROCUREMENT PROVISIONS; REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 2010 AND 1817, AS
CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 3.32; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2245.
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g. A resolution executing certificates and approving financial and operating information of the
City for the Cascade Water Alliance Official Statement for the Cascade 2009 Bonds.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
EXECUTING CERTIFICATES AND APPROVING FINANCIAL AND OPERATING
INFORMATION OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA FOR THE CASCADE WATER ALLIANCE
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FOR THE CASCADE 2009 BONDS.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED
AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1685.
h. Authorize the Mayor to sign a Proceeds Distribution and Hold- Harmless agreement with the
City of Bellevue regarding distribution of proceeds from sale of the Jail Alternative Group (JAG)
property.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN A PROCEEDS
DISTRIBUTION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF BELLEVUE REGARDING
DISTRIBUTION OF PROCEEDS FROM SALE OF THE JAIL ALTERNATIVE GROUP (JAG)
PROPERTY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
NEW BUSINESS
a. A resolution delegating Public Works permitting authority for the Tukwila South Project to
Anchor QEA and KPFF.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
DELEGATING PUBLIC WORKS PERMITTING AUTHORITY FOR THE TUKWILA SOUTH
PROJECT TO ANCHOR QEA AND KPFF.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE
READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY LINDER THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE
ADOPTED AS READ.*
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO DEFER DISCUSSION ON THIS ITEM
TO THE JULY 27, 2009 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AND SPECIAL MEETING.
Councilmember Robertson requested this item be deferred for one week, as it should have no impact on
the deadline. He explained he has been out of town for the past several days and just returned late
today. He has not had time to review the material. He also indicated that Councilmember Hougardy is
not present this evening and will be unable to participate in the discussion.
The Councilmembers discussed the motion to defer the discussion for a week, with comments to include:
the difficulty of assuring that all Councilmembers can be present for all discussions, and next week
another Councilmember is scheduled to be absent; the understanding that if additional information is
required after discussion this evening, the matter can then be forwarded on to another Council meeting;
and the importance of ensuring that benchmark dates for the project be met by the end of the year.
*MOTION FAILED 1 -5, WITH ROBERTSON VOTING YES.
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Rhonda Berry, City Administrator, explained the resolution would delegate Public Works permitting
authority for the Tukwila South project exclusively to Anchor QEA and KPFF. The workload in the Public
Works Department is heavy, with the Public Works Director being the Incident Commander for the
Howard Hanson Dam project. The Klickitat project and involvement with the Shoreline Master Program
also consume a great deal of Public Works staff time.
The Tukwila South project has been in discussions for 5 years. Now that the Development Agreement
has been executed with La Pianta for Tukwila South, it is important to keep the momentum going forward
to meet critical deadlines and retain State and Federal grant funding. La Pianta is also committed to
meeting the deadlines, and they have agreed to share in the cost of the independent project coordination
services. This type of situation is not unprecedented for the City, as the Westfield Mall shared in the
costs for certain inspectors and services to ensure their deadlines were accomplished.
Ms. Berry indicated that KPFF has no record of business dealings with La Pianta, going back as far as
1997. Anchor QEA has one staff person in their employ who worked on a La Pianta project 2 years ago,
and that individual will not be involved with the Tukwila South project.
Councilmember Linder inquired as to whether the contractors would be reporting to the Mayor's Office
and if they would be on -site or in their own offices.
Ms. Berry stated they would be reporting to the Mayor's Office. The contractors will not have an office at
City Hall or at La Pianta, and will be working from their own offices, when not at the project location.
Ms. Linder asked for clarification as to whether they had to follow the City's permitting rules. Ms. Berry
confirmed they would not be deviating from the City's permitting requirements, and they would act as
agents of the City.
Council President Hernandez asked for additional information regarding the credentials of the 2
companies.
Lisa Verner, Project Manager, indicated that Anchor QEA is recognized in the environmental and water
management fields. Bob Montgomery, PE, who will be assigned to the Tukwila South project, has owned
his own firm and has direct experience and knowledge regarding water management issues. KPFF is a
larger company and has been in business for a longer time. They have a great deal of experience
regarding engineering and design issues and construction management. One of their staff members has
been a Public Works administrator in the public sector. By virtue of the work they perform, both agencies
have had close contact with FEMA and the Army Corp of Engineers. Together the companies bring a
well- rounded amount of experience, knowledge and resources to the project. They have been involved in
bringing people to the table to successfully resolve issues and move forward to meet deadlines.
Councilmember Quinn inquired if the City could do this for any type of project.
Ms. Verner responded in the affirmative; it is an accepted practice that not only Tukwila utilizes, but other
cities as well.
Councilmember Quinn asked the City Attorney how common this practice is, particularly with regard to
permitting.
Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, explained this is not unusual for other cities. For large projects,
consultants are hired for project coordination, and many cities also contract out the permitting functions.
An example would be the Issaquah Highlands, where a whole Planning Department was established to
keep the project moving at the necessary pace, yet not detract from the work of the City's Planning staff.
In the case of many of the smaller cities she represents, all of the permitting functions are contracted out.
She emphasized this is a standard business practice. Her recommendation is that it be moved forward in
the best interest of the project.
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Councilmember Griffin requested verification that the $50,000 amount the City will be paying is from grant
funds and not from the General Fund.
Ms. Verner responded that the $50,000 is from grant funds. The granting agencies have been contacted
and provided approval for use of the funds toward project administration.
Councilmember Quinn requested a staff recommendation as to the timeline for this issue.
Rhonda Berry, City Administrator, indicated the goal is to have contracts in place for both companies by
August 1, 2009. Information received late last week regarding the levee also requires the need for
expediency.
*MOTION CARRIED 5 -1 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1686, WITH ROBERTSON VOTING NO.
b. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract, in substantially the form presented, with Anchor QEA
for Tukwila South project management services in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN A
CONTRACT, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE FORM PRESENTED, WITH ANCHOR QEA FOR TUKWILA
SOUTH PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000.00*
Councilmember Quinn inquired as to the level of reporting that will be provided regarding these services.
Lisa Verner, Project Manager, indicated that monthly reporting could be provided both in paper form
and /or in person.
Councilmember Duffie expressed interest in verbal reports as it provides Councilmembers the opportunity
to ask questions of staff.
*MOTION CARRIED 5 -1, WITH ROBERTSON VOTING NO.
c. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract, in substantially the form presented, with KPFF for
Tukwila South project management services in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN A
CONTRACT, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE FORM PRESENTED, WITH KPFF FOR TUKWILA SOUTH
PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000.00.
MOTION CARRIED 5 -1, WITH ROBERTSON VOTING NO.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Haggerton attended the ribbon cutting event at Manpower, and the Suburban Cities Association
dinner meeting on July 15, 2009. On July 17, 2009 he attended the Link Light Rail VIP ride, and on
July 18, 2009 he participated in the Link Light Rail opening events. He reported that now that the Light
Rail system is operational, Sound Transit is required to perform noise monitoring for the next 3 years and
report back to the City on the results.
b. City Council
Council President Hernandez attended the Suburban Cities Association dinner meeting on July 15, 2009.
She reported that the Suburban Cities Association meeting on September 16, 2009 will involve meeting
the candidates for King County Executive.
Councilmember Griffin indicated the Tukwila Pond wetland enhancement event will be this Saturday,
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July 25, 2009. She also reported there are 49 refugee children from Burma who are new to the
community. These children arrived with nothing more than what they were wearing. Ms. Griffin and a
member of the community, Katrina Dohn, contacted a local agency, Kids Without Borders, and they
provided 49 bags of clothes for the children. Payless Shoes also donated shoes for the children.
c. Staff
There was no report.
d. City Attorney
There was no report.
e. Intergovernmental
Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst, indicated the next Shoreline Master Program work session is
July 28, 2009. She reported that new binders are being assembled for the Shoreline Master Program,
and the Council has been sent an email regarding next steps.
MISCELLANEOUS
Mayor Haggerton conveyed he will be out of the office July 22 -24, 2009 for the AWC Board of Director's
retreat in Leavenworth, WA. This meeting will involve formation of a new strategic plan for the
organization.
ADJOURNMENT
8:49 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
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Christy O'Flabrty, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 8/3/2009