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Home My WebLink About2010-02-08 Committee of the Whole MinutesTukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting City Hall Council Chambers February 8, 2010 7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MINUTES Council President Robertson called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. OFFICIALS Present were Dennis Robertson, Council President, Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Allan Ekberg, Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn. CITY OFFICIALS Jim Haggerton, Mayor; Steve Lancaster, City Administrator; Shawn Hunstock, Finance Director; Peggy McCarthy, Deputy Finance Director; Don Lincoln, Assistant Police Chief; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Ryan Larson, Senior Engineer; Greg Villanueva, Engineer; Cyndy Knighton, Senior Engineer; Jack Pace, Community Development Director; Brandon Miles, Senior Planner; Mary Miotke, Information Technology Director; Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst; Melissa Hart, Deputy City Clerk. CITIZEN COMMENTS There were no citizen comments. SPECIAL ISSUES a. A Grant Agreement for Energy Upgrades to City Facilities. Councilmember Quinn indicated this item was discussed at the Finance and Safety Committee meeting on February 2, 2010. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval. Brandon Miles, Senior Planner, indicated the City has received preliminary grant approval from the Washington State Department of Commerce to complete energy upgrades to City Hall, 6300 Building, Fort Dent Park and the Tukwila Community Center. The total grant award is $129,500.00, with a City match of funds or in -kind services totaling $10,000.00. After completion of the energy upgrades, it is estimated the City will reduce its electrical consumption by 370,000 KWH. COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. b. An ordinance updating regulations regarding surface water management as codified at Tukwila Municipal Code 14.30, "Surface Water Management." Councilmember Hougardy indicated this item was discussed at the Utilities Committee meetings on January 12 and 26, 2010. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval. Bob Giberson, Public Works Director, indicated this ordinance will update the surface water management regulations in Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 14.30 per the requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. NPDES requires the City adopt the requirements by February 15, 2010. This ordinance will adopt the 2009 King County Surface Water Design Manual for regulations that include detention, water quality, and maintenance standards for proposed developments. Ryan Larson, Senior Engineer, explained all of the stormwater run -off for the City drains into the Duwamish and Green Rivers. After review of the King County Surface Water Design Manual, staff has determined those regulations would benefit the City. He explained that neighboring cities have also adopted the King County Surface Water Design Manual. The difference in detention requirements is the Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes February 8, 2010 Page 2 of 4 change included in this manual. Mr. Larson explained the detention requirements for development along Tukwila International Boulevard is 0.20 acre, and the new requirement would be 0.50 acre. The increase of detention will lessen land erosion and protect property owners against excessive stormwater runoff. Councilmember Ekberg asked if the new detention requirements would have an adverse affect on the development of the Tukwila Village site. Mr. Larson answered in the negative. COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. c. An ordinance updating regulations regarding stormwater sewer systems to be codified at Tukwila Municipal Code 14.31, "Illicit Discharge Councilmember Hougardy indicated this item was discussed at the Utilities Committee meetings on January 12 and 26, 2010. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval. Ryan Larson, Senior Engineer, indicated this ordinance will establish new regulations for illicit discharge detection and elimination per the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Program This ordinance will meet all of the Department of Ecology's requirements prohibiting all non stormwater discharge into the stormwater system. Greg Villanueva, Engineer, explained that residential outreach and education about the revised regulations will be part of the illicit discharge program and will include published information in "The Hazelnut utility bill surveys and one -on -one work with apartment management. Council President Robertson inquired about the difference between washing his car in his driveway rather than on his lawn. Mr. Larson explained the soap that drains into the catch basin encourages the growth of algae that is harmful to fish in the stream. The soap is not harmful to lawns and actually can help the lawn by eliminating bugs. COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. d. Consideration of siting decision for the Tukwila Transit Center and approval to pursue grant funding options. Councilmember Seal indicated this item was discussed at the Transportation Committee meeting on January 19, 2010. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval. Cyndy Knighton, Senior Engineer, provided a brief history of this item. She explained this discussion started in 2005 while staff was working on completing the City's Comprehensive Plan. After discussion with King County Metro, the Transit Police, Tukwila Police Department, Westfield, and the adjacent property owners, it was determined the Nearside Concept would conflict with the flow of traffic, and the Farside Concept configuration was recommended. She explained staff is currently working with King County Metro on a Federal grant application. The purpose of the application is to request funding for the proposed transit center that the new RapidRide Line would serve and connect the Burien Park Ride, Tukwila's Link Light Rail station, the Urban Transit Center and Sounder stations, and the Renton Transit Center. This proposed transit line would connect the five major transit centers together. Council President Robertson inquired about the cost associated with construction of the Transit Center and if a funds match would be required from the City. Ms. Knighton explained the construction costs were estimated in 2006 and that cost was approximately $4.26 million. The grant application, if approved, would provide approximately $2.6 million dollars, with a City match of $980,000. Staff has been working on other grant applications to secure more grant funding and lessen the City's match amount. COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes February 8, 2010 Page 3 of 4 e. A bond ordinance for the Valley Communications Center Development Authority. Councilmember Quinn indicated this item was discussed at the Finance and Safety Committee meeting on February 2, 2010. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval. The Valley Communications (ValleyCom) Board of Directors has authorized the refunding of its series 2000 bonds. As a member City of ValleyCom, the City Council must approve the refunding by adoption of an ordinance prior to the bond sale. Shawn Hunstock, Finance Director, indicated the City of Tukwila and ValleyCom members created the Valley Communications Center Development Authority in April of 2000 with the explicit intent to issue bonds for the construction of an emergency dispatch center. The purpose of the bond refunding is to capitalize on the relatively low interest rates available in the bond market at this time. The refunding will result in a savings to the City of $77,923.00, which will be realized over the next five years. COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Haggerton attended the Valley Communications Board Meeting and the Cascade Water Alliance gala event on February 5, 2010. He also announced the Sister Cities Committee delegation will travel to Miyoshi, Japan from March 24 through April 4, 2010. He indicated that if the Council is interested in participating, please contact Bev Willison in the Mayor's office. b. City Council Councilmember Hernandez attended the Equity and Diversity Commission meeting on February 4, 2010. Councilmember Seal attended the Sister Cities Committee meeting on February 3, 2010 and the Equity and Diversity Commission meeting on February 4, 2010. Councilmember Hougardy attended the Government Affairs Committee meeting on February 2, 2010. She also explained she has received several e-mails from concerned neighbors about the increase in crime in the area. Last evening at about 7:30 p.m. someone threw large rocks through her neighbor's windows, which caused damage, and she wanted to bring this to the attention of the Council. Councilmember Duffie agreed that citizens are concerned about crime. One resident approached him and mistakenly thought Councilmembers are allowed to arrest suspected burglars. Councilmember Quinn participated in the New Partners and Smart Growth Conference on February 3, 2010. The City of Tukwila was mentioned as being a leader in the area of sustainable walk ability. Council President Robertson explained the Human Services Manager provided a written response to the request for information relating to a possible $25,000 to $50,000 award from the State of Washington for the Human Services Program. c. Staff Steve Lancaster, City Administrator, indicated he will follow up with the Police Department relating to the incident that Councilmember Hougardy mentioned and provide that information to the Council. d. City Attorney The City Attorney's presence is not required at Committee of the Whole meetings. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes February 8, 2010 Page 4 of 4 e. Intergovernmental Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst, reminded the Council there are 30 days left in the current Legislative Session. MISCELLANEOUS Council President Robertson indicated the agenda for the Council Budget Retreat will be available next week. Mr. Robertson provided a brief description of the activities and timeline for the Council Retreat. ADJOURNMENT 8:28 p.m. COUNCIL PRESIDENT ROBERTSON DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ADJOURNED. Dennis Robertson, ouncil President C Melissa Hart, Deputy City Clerk