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Home My WebLink About2001-10-01 Regular MinutesROLL CALL: SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: None. Introduction of New Employees: Parks Recreation Department Jim Barber Brian Randall Holly Miskey TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL October 1, 2001 7:00 p.m. Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers Parks Utility Worker II Account Tech. II AmeriCorps Volunteer PROCLAMATION /APPOINTMENTS: CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE: REGULAR MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Calling the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., Mayor Steven M. Mullet led the Pledge of Allegiance. OFFICIALS: John McFarland, City Administrator; David St. Pierre, Assistant City Attorney; Jane Cantu, City Clerk; Bob Baker Deputy City Clerk; Lucy Lauterbach, Legislative Analyst; Jim Morrow, Finance Director Alan Doerschel; Steve Lancaster, Community Development Director; Public Works Director; Bruce Fletcher, Parks Recreation Director; Police Captain David Haynes; Minnie Dhaliwal, Associate Planner; Jane Cantu, City Clerk, called the roll of Council. Present were Council President Joan Hernandez; and Councilmembers Joe Duffle; Pam Carter; Jim Haggerton; Pamela Linder; Dave Fenton; and Richard Simpson. Mr. Barber, Mr. Randall and Ms. Miskey were all present and introduced to Council by Bruce Fletcher, Parks Recreation Director. Library Advisory Board Steven Schneider Position #5. Term Expires 12/31/01 Alan Doerschel, Finance Director, introduced Mr. Schneider. A frequent visitor to the library, Mr. Schneider and family moved to Tukwila from New York in 1980. Hernandez moved; Simpson seconded; to appoint Steven Schneider to the Library Advisory Board, Position #5, with a term to expire on December 31, 2001. The motion carried 7 -0. Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board Michael Cline Position #2. Term Expires 03/31/02 Dave Haynes, Police Captain introduced Mr. Cline. As the business representative to the Board, Mr. Cline works at Glacier Printing. Haggerton moved; Duffie seconded; to appoint Michael Cline to the Community Oriented Policing Advisory Board; with a term to expire on March 31, 2002. The motion carried 7 -0. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes CONSENT AGENDA: a. Approval of Minutes 09/04/01 09/17/01 Regular Meeting Minutes b. Approval of Vouchers, 231251 231539, in the amount of $1,190,190.86 Hernandez moved; Duffie seconded; approval of the consent agenda, as presented. The motion carried 7 -0. PUBLIC HEARING: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS RELATED TO ZONING AND PERMITTING FOR DIFFERENT FORMS OF HOUSING AND RELATED FACILITIES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, A VARIETY OF GROUP HOMES AND CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES Page 2 of 5 October 1, 2001 Minnie Dhaliwal, Associate Planner, reviewed proposed code amendments made since the September 10 Committee of Whole meeting. There, it was also decided to hold a public hearing to receive input regarding such issues as 1) should dormitories be allowed in the zones that allow churches and schools since they are generally associated with both; 2) should boarding homes be allowed in the LDR; 3) parking standards for residential uses; and 4) should the Community Development Department Director be allowed the discretion to waive the requirement to construct a portion of the off street parking requirements if, based upon a parking demand study, the property owner establishes that the dwelling will be used primarily to house residents who do not and will not drive due to a factor other than age. 7:17 p.m. Mayor Mullet opened the public hearing for citizen comment. 7:18 p.m. Mayor Mullet closed the public hearing as no citizen comment was received. Discussions took place between Council and Ms. Dhaliwal. Clarification was provided where necessary and further suggestions were made by way of improvement to the current draft ordinance. Proposed corrections to the title and body of the ordinance were discussed and noted by Ms. Dhaliwal. The proposed ordinance, in final format, will be reviewed and considered for adoption by Council at the October 15 Regular meeting. OLD BUSINESS: a. An ordinance clarifying and updating Zoning Code Provisions AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. 1758, 1774, 1814, 1830, 1865, 1954, AND 1971 AND CHAPTERS 18.06, 18.24, 18.26, 18.28, 18.30, 18.32, 18.34, 18.36, 18.38 AND 18.40 OF THE TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE TO CLARIFY AND UPDATE ZONING CODE PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Carter moved; Fenton seconded; reading of the proposed ordinance by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. The proposed ordinance title was read by Assistant City Attorney David St. Pierre. Fenton moved; Hernandez seconded; adoption of the proposed ordinance as presented. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1974 b. An ordinance adopting local traffic and parking regulations AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING TMC CHAPTER 9.20, LOCAL TRAFFIC AND PARKING REGULATIONS, TO ADDRESS VARIOUS PARKING ISSUES; REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 1370 §1 (PART), 1502 §2, AND 1804; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING EXTENDED MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION COVERAGE FOR EMPLOYEES' DEPENDENTS WHILE EMPLOYEES ARE ON ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY LEAVE FROM THE CITY DUE TO RESULTS OF THE NEW YORK AND WASHINGTON, D.C. TRAGEDIES Page 3 of 5 October 1, 2001 Linder moved; Fenton seconded; reading of the proposed ordinance by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. The proposed ordinance title was read by Assistant City Attorney David St. Pierre. Fenton moved; Linder seconded; adoption of the proposed ordinance as presented.* *Discussion ensued. Councilmember suggested striking the word "Chapter" from line 4, paragraph 2, after the word TMC and before the numbers 9.20.090. Additionally she suggested striking the same word from §D, line 2, Ms. Hernandez suggested this ordinance be summarized and publicized in The Hazelnut. Council agreed. *The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1975 c. A resolution providing medical benefits to military personnel Haggerton moved; Fenton seconded; reading of the proposed ordinance by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. The proposed resolution title was read by Assistant City Attorney David St. Pierre. Fenton moved; Linder seconded; adoption of the proposed resolution as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED RESOLUTION #1475 NEW BUSINESS: Lodging Tax Advisory Board proposed 2002 budget (includes a Tourism Marketing Update). Alan Doerschel, Finance Director; and Katherine Kertzman, Tourism and Marketing Director, briefed the Council on the LTABd's proposed budget for 2002; previously reviewed by members of the Board and the City's Finance Safety Committee. As a member of the Finance and Safety Committee, Councilmember Haggerton referenced the proposed Sounder Station project in the amount of $40,000.00. Those funds are to be taken from the previously approved $100,000.00 fund for artwork. This would create a possible $60,000.00 carry over for 2002. Mr. Doerschel noted a carryover amount needs to be determined by a vote of the LTABd. Councilmember Fenton agreed and noted the importance of a carryover in light of current economic trends. He noted support of a carryover amount in the event opportunities for artwork arises. He would like Council to have the latitude and finances to consider potential artwork in 2002. Other questions regarding the proposed budget were clarified by Ms. Kertzman and Mr. Doerschel. In spite of current financial trends, the Think Tukwila! program continues to receive a very positive response. Due to the fact people are still thinking about coming to Tukwila; and based upon their close proximity to Seattle, a focus for 2002 media buys will be directed at those "more local" audience members who drive. Much enthusiasm and encouragement for Ms. Kertzman and her performance on the job was provided. Kudos were also given to Alan Doerschel for creating and assisting in a project that is second to none. Carter moved; Linder seconded; sending the proposed 2002 budget to the Lodging Tax Advisory Board for adoption. The motion carried 7 -0. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes REPORTS: a. Mayor b. City Council Page 4 of 5 October 1, 2001 Mayor Mullet reminded Council of future Clay Jenkinson performances on the lives of Thomas Jefferson and Lewis Meriwether on October 10 and 11. The United Way Campaign kick -off is slated for October 15. Re- districting meetings are coming soon, beginning October 3 at the King County Courthouse. Council will consider the item at their October 8 Committee of Whole meeting. Councilmember Duffie noted Mae Harris has been moved into a rest home, with 24 -hour care. Mr. Duffie noted the return of the crows in his neighborhood. They have begun attacking other birds and animals in the neighborhood. Mr. McFarland noted receipt of an e -mail regarding an increased number of crows in the neighborhood. People are working with City staff to eliminate the problem (i.e., residents are no longer feeding them). Councilmember Carter conducted the September 28 ribbon cutting at the Riverton Creek Restoration Project. She suggested a Hazelnut article relaying the breadth of their efforts to "take care" of the fish; including the various projects which have already occurred and those which are yet planned. Ms. Carter also attended a Youth Providers Forum later the same day. She invited Council to the Tukwila Children's Foundation meeting, at 5:30 p.m., October 29, 2001. Finally, she noted the Rail- Volution conference has been reset to the weekend after Thanksgiving. Council President Hernandez attended the Riverton Creek ribbon cutting ceremony on September 28. Ms. Hernandez spoke of a press release detailing the King County Housing Authority has received a $35 million HOPE 6 Grant. This means construction will be made of new housing for seniors and some Section 8. Councilmember Haggerton attended the September 28 Riverton Creek Restoration Project ribbon cutting ceremony. He noted the fine results of the project and spoke favorably of those who performed the work. On October 1, 8:30 a.m., he attended a Cascade Water Alliance Resource Planning Committee meeting. Councilmember Linder also attended the September 28 Riverton Creek Restoration Project ribbon cutting ceremony. Councilmember Fenton also attended the September 28 Riverton Creek Restoration Project ribbon cutting ceremony; and gave kudos to the project developer. Councilmember Simpson also attended the September 28 Riverton Creek Restoration Project ribbon cutting ceremony; and the Foster Community Club meeting. c. Staff John McFarland announced an ACC Executive Session on October 15 at 6:00 p.m. Information will be distributed to Council in the near future. He spoke of two publications distributed on September 28 (on Transit Oriented Development Work and E4.1 and E4.2 routes. Both publications were produced by City staff. Maureen Moore is the new Governmental Liaison for Sound Transit. Ms. Moore met with Mr. McFarland last week and has a responsibility to Sound Transit to foster renewed communications between her office and local municipalities. d. City Attorney Assistant City Attorney David St. Pierre reported he and City Attorney Bob Noe will attend the Washington State Association of Municipal Attorneys (WSAMA) Conference in Lake Chelan, October 3, 4 5. There, a City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes main focus will center on litigation against Puget Sound Energy; especially the proposed (17 0 /o) rate increase. More information will follow. e. Legislative Analyst Legislative Analyst Lucy Lauterbach noted Council will consider the issue of County redistricting issues at the October 8 Committee of Whole meeting. Further, she reported the Finance Safety Committee has prepared the budget goals for the Council, for 2002. ADIOURNMENT: 8:50 p.m. Hernandez moved; Fenton seconded; adjournment of the regular meeting. The motion carried 7 -0. Steven M. Mullet, Mayor Robert H. Baker, CMC Deputy City Clerk RcL kt Date Minutes Approved: October 15, 2001 Page 5 of 5 October 1, 2001