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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-04-21 Regular MinutesApril 21, 1997 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OFFICIALS Amend Agenda SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rants called the Regular Meeting to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. JOE DUFFIE; JOAN HERNANDEZ; JIM HAGGERTON, Council President; ALLEN EKBERG; STEVE MULLET; PAM CARTER; PAM LINDER. JOHN MCFARLAND, City Administrator; BOB NOE, City Attorney; RON WALDNER, Police Chief; KAREN WRIGHT, Human Services Specialist; TOM KILBURG, Crime Prevention/DARE; EVELYN BOYKAN, Human Services Coordinator; KEITH HAINES, Assistant Police Chief; DON WILLIAMS, Parks and Recreation Director; LUCY LAUTERBACH, Council Analyst; JANE CANTU, City Clerk. MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY HAGGERTON, TO MOVE #3- "PROCLAMATIONS OF THE MAYOR" TO FOLLOW #2b "EARTH DAY PRESENTATION BY SHOWALTER MIDDLE SCHOOL. Council President Haggerton explained the this change is being made to allow the young people who are present the opportunity to see the Mayor present a proclamation thanking the City's K -9 officers. *MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Oath of Office Mayor Rants administered the Oath of Office to Police Officers Tracy Carnahan and James Syler. Earth Day presentation PROCLAMATION OF THE MAYOR Thorndyke staff members: Jill Peters, Computer Lab Manager; Kerry McNeal, 4th Grade Teacher and Technology Coordinator; and Greta Nehrenberg, Music Teacher, directed the second through fifth grade students of Thorndyke Elementary School in an Earth Day presentation. The students' performance was excellent as they warmed the hearts of Councilmembers with various renditions of songs that revealed "earth caring" messages. The Council complimented the students for displaying their exemplary talents. Mayor Rants read a proclamation of the City of Tukwila retiring Officer Steven Gurr and his dog Markos as a K -9 team effective March 1997; and proclaimed further that the dedication and service to the community over Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 1997 Page 2 Proclamation of the Mayor (Cont' d) Introduction of newly certified crime -free properties Presentation of the WA. State Crime Prevention Assoc. Program of the Year Award Community Policing Adv. Bd. Annual Report the past five years performed by K -9 Officer Steven Gurr and Markos will be missed. The Mayor expressed sincere appreciation on behalf of the City, Council and staff for a job well done. Tom Kilburg and Karen Wright introduced three newly certified properties under the Crime Free Multi- housing Program: West Colonial Village, Pyramid Point and Newport Heights Apartments. Kilburg said as of March 20, 1997, 95 managers and/or property owners, representing 58 properties have graduated from level one management training of the Crime Free Multi- housing Program. Audrey Moore, Executive Board member, Washington State Crime Prevention Association Program, presented the Program of the Year Award to Officer Tom Kilburg and Karen Wright for their efforts in the Crime Free Multi- housing Program. The award provides recognition to the those police departments that strive to offer comprehensive and effective programs that work to reduce crime in their communities. She said the award is very competitive with nominations being received by the State Crime Prevention Association from police departments throughout the State of Washington. The choice of the winner was unanimous this year in favor of Tukwila Police Department due to the intensive efforts made to certify the City's apartment complexes by Lieutenant Doug Partlow, Officers Tom Kilburg and Bob Abbott, Sergeant Larry Richardson and Human Services Specialist Karen Wright. Moore said Tukwila's program is a model for other police agencies to copy throughout the state. Councilmembers welcomed the newly certified property owners and thanked all others who have participated in the Crime Free Multi- housing Program. Their efforts have made a difference in reducing crime in the City of Tukwila. The Council also congratulated Tom and Karen for receiving such a prestigious award. Dave Fenton, Chair, Community Policing Advisory Board, presented the Board's annual report as he acknowledged the efforts made by the Apartment Managers Network, Hwy. 99 Action Committee, the Citizens' Patrol and the Crime Free Multi- housing Program for making a significant impact in letting criminals know that their element is not welcomed in the City of Tukwila. The Board thanked the City for providing funds to purchase and install video cameras along the Highway to deter criminals. A list of 1997 recommendations were read. Fenton says the Board recommends continuance of the unity of citizens involvement in policing efforts. Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 1997 Page 3 Community Policing Annual Report (Copt' d) APPOINTMENTS OF THE MAYOR Human Services Adv. Bd. Parks Commission CITIZEN'S COMMENTS CONSENT AGENDA It was the consensus of the Council to forward the 1997 Community Policing Advisory Board's recommendations to the Finance and Safety Committee for discussion. Councilmembers were very impressed with the Board's report and expressed their gratitude for the initiative taken, individually, by Board members to participate in conferences, workshops and other training to enhance their performance while serving as Board volunteers. Mayor Rants requested Council confirmation of the following appointments: Human Services Advisory Board •Sean Mears, Pos. #4; term expires 4/30/98 MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY MULLET, TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF SEAN MEARS TO POSITION #4 ON THE HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Community Policing Adv. Bd. Community Policing Advisory Board *Gregg Kats, Pos. #6; expires 3/31/98 (fills unexpired term) MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY LINDER, TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF GREGG KATS TO POSITION #6 ON THE COMMUNITY POLICING ADVISORY BOARD. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Parks Commission •Linda Stanley, Pos. #2; expires 3/31/00 (reappointment) Mayor Rants responded that all boards and commissions, except the Community Policing Advisory Board and the Economic Development Advisory Board, have a residence requirement. a. Approval of Minutes: 04/07/97 (Regular Minutes). 3 MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY MULLET, TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF LINDA STANLEY TO POSITION #2 ON THE PARKS COMMISSION. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Anna Bernhard, 14241 59th Avenue South, inquired if being a resident of Tukwila is one of the requirements to serve on a board or commission. 1 Regular Meeting Minutes April21, 1997 Page 4 Citizen's Comments (Cont' d) w /draw (to New Business) NEW BUSINESS Authorize Mayor to sign 1997 Chamber of Commerce contract BID AWARD Award contract go Golf Landscaping for TCC Ph. II construction 8 ii b. Approval of Vouchers: Nos. 92210 through 92528 in the amount of $873,028.96. c. Authorize Mayor to sign the 1997 Chamber of Commerce services contract. Councilmember Carter requested Council consensus to move "Item c" to New Business for discussion; and move New Business to follow Consent Agenda. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HAGGERTON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY MULLET, TO DELETE THE WORDS "DRAFTING PURPOSE STATEMENT" FROM THE FIRST PARAGRAPH UNDER STANDARD SERVICES SERVICE A. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). There was a question regarding the paragraph under Service D of the contract as to whether the Gateway project was complete. The Mayor explained that it was not complete; and that upon the City's request, the Chamber will participate in efforts on the Gateway project. MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY EKBERG, TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE 1997 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SERVICES CONTRACT. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO AWARD THE CONTRACT FOR TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER PHASE II CONSTRUCTION PROJECT TO GOLF LANDSCAPING, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $389,331, WHICH INCLUDES THE BASE BID, ADDITIVE ALTERNATES #1 AND #3, AND 8.6% SALES TAX.* Councilmember Mullet commented that he was concerned about where the funding would come from for this phase of the project. He is not comfortable with the idea of taking the money from the demolition fund that was established to demolish the old Tukwila Community Center. Mayor Rants said as a result of a discussion he had with Randy Berg, Project Coordinator, it appears there will be a surplus of $70,000 in the demolition fund. The consultant's contract estimates will be provided within the next two weeks, which will allow a better determination of how many dollars are available to pay for Phase II improvements. Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 1997 Page 5 Bid Award (Cont'd) OLD BUSINESS Position reclassifications Councilmember Ekberg suggested that this issue be forwarded to a Special Meeting following the Committee of The Whole meeting next week, April 28th. Ekberg said this would allow adequate time for Council to be provided appropriate information that will assist them in their decision of the funding source and the total dollars needed to award the base contract and Alternates #1 (picnic shelter) and #3 (tennis and basketball courts). Additive Alternates #2 (install skylight within shelter building roof) and #4 (lighting for courts) can be completed under a separate bid contract in 1998. *MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFLE, TO POSTPONE THE MOTION TO THE APRIL 28TH SPECIAL MEETING. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). City Administrator McFarland stated that this issue had been discussed at the Finance and Safety Committee and again at the April 14th Committee of The Whole meeting. He assured the Council that any changes that were made will be incorporated into the final document upon the Administrative Services Director's return from vacation. MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, TO APPROVE THE PLANNING MANAGER POSITION, WHICH IS CURRENTLY CLASSIFIED SENIOR PLANNER, WITH FISCAL IMPACT BEING ABSORBED WITHIN THE EXISTING DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET AT A COST OF APPROXIMATELY $5400, WITH THE EFFECTIVE DATE BEING RETROACTIVE TO JANUARY 1, 1997. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY HAGGERTON, TO APPROVE THE RECORDS MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN POSITION, WITH FISCAL IMPACT BEING ABSORBED WITHIN THE AMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT BUDGET AT A COST OF APPROXIMATELY $1500, WITH THE EFFECTIVE DATE BEING MAY 1, 1997. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY EKBERG, TO APPROVE THE PROJECT MANAGER POSITION, WITH THE FISCAL IMPACT BEING ABSORBED WITHIN THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT BUDGET AT A COST OF APPROXIMATELY $3000, WITH THE EFFECTIVE DATE BEING MAY 1, 1997.* Councilmember Mullet stated that he is not comfortable with adding another employee to the Public Works Department. He's not objecting to Regular Meeting Minutes April 21, 1997 Page 6 Position reclassifications the person, but the position. Mullet said he'd rather keep the position (Cont'd) contractual. Council Mayor Rants commented that to keep the position contractual for another two to three years would be equal to a full -time employee status. Rants said there are enough projects to justify conversion of this position. After the completion of the Community Center, the City will focus on various other projects such as the community resource center, golf clubhouse, log cabin, parks and trail improvements, and small public works project. Randy Berg is a valued employee who has saved the City money and will continue to do so. Councilmember Hernandez said she believes the position justifies itself because the City has approximately 10 years worth of projects that need to be managed. The money will come out of the capital expense budget for those projects as they become apparent. Hernandez says the conversion makes good sense to her because this particular contracted person is currently performing in an exemplary manner. Councilmember Carter concurred with Mullet's comments. Councilmember Ekberg says positions are usually offered to employees on a long -term basis, i.e. until they retire. His concern is what happens after five or ten years when the projects run out. City Administrator McFarland commented that we either pay an employee or we pay through professional project management firms. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -1 (Carter dissenting). REPORTS Mayor Rants shared a letter he received from former Governors Spellman and Rosellini who are co- chairing the state -wide civic celebration for the Mayor year 2000. They are interested in putting together a committee of civic activists, elected officials and educators to come together in their respected communities to give the millennium a fitting salute. Mayor asked interested Councilmembers to contact him. Councilmember Haggerton reported he attended ACC on April 16 and will be attending another special ACC meeting this Wednesday, April 23rd. He will give a report of those meetings in a future Executive Session. Haggerton said this Friday night, April 25, 5:30 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 26, 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m., South Central School District strategic Regular Meeting Minutes April21, 1997 Page 7 Reports (font' d) Staff planning will be held. He asked that comments from Council regarding the planning process be placed in his mailbox. Councilmember Ekberg thanked Haggerton for standing in for him at last week's Community Affairs and Parks Committee meeting. Councilmember Mullet reported he attended the airport noise mitigation meeting at SeaTac last week. Councilmember Carter reported she attended the SKCATBd meeting last week. Carter suggested that a letter be written to RTA regarding their draft implementation guide. The guide does not appropriately address the City's light rail concerns. Carter said she will assist in conducting the training on Wednesday, April 23, at the community dialogue meeting. Carter stated that as a result of attending a recent ACC meeting along with Councilmember Linder, the following are some of the topics discussed and the City might want to consider: keep City Hall open later than 5:00 p.m. during weekdays; send all agenda packets to Tukwila Library, Foster Library and the Tukwila Community Center; compile a list of the top 10 questions asked at the reception desk (include answers) and provide to the Council; have Council review utility bills for content. Councilmember Linder reported she attended the Duwamish Improvement Club meeting on Thursday, April 14th; on April 18th she attended a leadership training seminar; April 19th she attended a memorial for Elizabeth Springer (former City Council candidate) that was held at the Smith Tower. Linder reported that Al Spencer will begin working on the sound system in the Council Chamber immediately. Foremost he will work on the acoustics and re- position the speakers. Spencer will also give a five minute presentation at the April 28th COW on how to use the microphones properly. City Administrator McFarland reported that the City has run out of space for the retention of records at the George Long Building. In planning for facility expansion next year, a record center is one of many activities to be included. Until then, records still have to be stored. The only available and suitable space for short duration is Fire Station #53. McFarland said he has received a number of calls from people who want to convert the Regular Meeting Minutes April21, 1997 Page 8 Reports (Cont' d) City Attorney Haggerton Carter AD.TOURNMENT 9:34 P.M. building to many different uses. However, the City plans to return it to single family. McFarland informed the Council that the King County Airport has placed noise monitoring equipment at Hazelnut Park, next to the Tukwila Library and at the Community Center. McFarland gave a summation of ongoing litigation: Burlington Northern- which we received a favorable ruling from the federal court, allowing the City to intervene in the Auburn case; Deja Vu, Lynnwood, preliminary injunction request is scheduled for May 9; and, the City of Seattle vs. City of Tukwila on the Growth Management hearing board's case on the potential annexation area. Regarding records storage space, Haggerton suggested that the Administration develop a plan that will outline the size, configuration, building requirements for records, temperature control, fire and theft proof, etc. He said records storage is extremely important. Therefore, the focus should be on developing a record storage area to accommodate the City's needs. Councilmember Carter announced that King County Councilmember Dwight Pelz is scheduled to make a guest appearance at the Foster Community Club meeting at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 23rd at the Foster Library. Warren Wing will also be present to give a presentation on the Washington State Ferries. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY CARTER, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. ,ed J r� �1V. Rants, Mayor o A k h iiSL— elia Square, Dejyty City Clerk