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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-08-11 Committee of the Whole MinutesPUBLIC HEARING: TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL August 11, 1997 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers City Hall COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: Council President Jim Haggerton called the Committee of the Whole meeting to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Council President Jim Haggerton, Councilmembers Pam Carter, Joe Duffle, Allan Ekberg, Joan Hernandez, Pamela Linder, and Steve Mullet. OFFICIALS: John Rants, Mayor; John McFarland, City Administrator, Bob Noe, City Attorney; Steve Lancaster, Director of Community Development; Ross Earnst, Public Works Director; Vernon Umetsu, Associate Planner; and Lucy Lauterbach, Council Analyst. CITIZEN COMMENT: No comments were received. Revisions to Existing Planned Residential Development (PRD) Approval Sunshine Ride Development Council President Haggerton opened the public hearing at 7:03 p.m. Attorney Noe provided legal guidelines, distributed TMC 18.46.112 Review Criteria, and administered an oath to those who would testify, Planner Umetsu provided a staff report and indicated the items for consideration are revisions to the Planned Residential Development (PRD) approval L95 -0054 and revision of Board of Architectural Review L95 -0053. He then reviewed the existing approved project followed by a discussion of proposed changes. After all testimony has been received, staff will summarize the decision criteria for Council to use pursuant to Resolution No. 1335. The Council's decisions should focus on design quality. The level of design quality is reflected in the following: "The Board of Architectural Review shall only approve well, designed developments that are creative and are harmonious with the natural and manmade environments." "All multi family developments must reflect high design quality, regardless if the project is oriented towards the low, middle, or high cost housing market." "The applicant shall bear the full burden of proof that the proposed development plans satisfy all review guidelines." City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 12 August 11, 1997 Mr. Umetsu entered the Staff Report as Exhibit 1 and noted the action relates to a revision of a previously PRD and design approval for a 31 -unit condominium located on one acre. The project is located at 15200 Macadam Road South, north of South Center Boulevard. In addition to reviewing the building exteriors and the development areas, Mr. Umetsu also reviewed the proposed modifications to the project. One of the proposed changes includes changing the siding material from dryvit to vinyl and changing the colors. The previous colors were taupe and beige. Essentially, the same colors exist but the darker color has been switched to the front of the building and the lighter color combination to the rear of the building. The building materials and colors in conjunction with other design elements do continue to work to reduce project prominence. The applicant wishes to eliminate all planter boxes, as shown on the south face of Building B and on the west face of Building B. The planter boxes on the south face of Building B are currently located in an area with high levels of architectural detail. However, on the west face, removal of the planter boxes would drastically reduce the architectural detail. The proposed terrace design shifts the design element from a wooded slope to a terraced retaining wall design with a four -foot wooden fence on top. Planner Umetsu said the terrace and the fence are not a harmonious material combination in such a prominent location. A wrought iron fence would provide the visual transparency needed for landscaping visibility. Such combinations are found in other prominent locations of high quality projects. The wood /masonry combination is rarely found in similar situations. The recreation deck is proposed for a redesign. The revision would provide sufficient recreation space for children, however the recreation deck design has shifted the play area to the central location and removes the more passive orientation as shown in the existing design. The applicant proposes to replace the wrought iron fencing along the east and north property lines with a wooden fence. Mr. Umetsu said a minimum, six -inch spacing between wooden pickets would ensure visual transparency and provide a sense of a closed corridor for trail users. The sidewalk width of six feet was proposed for reduction to five feet. Planner Umetsu said the reduced sidewalk width would be inconsistent with the multi- family design guidelines that calls for a high quality pedestrian entry and staff recommends retaining the six -foot sidewalk width. Planner Umetsu said a recommendation, which had not been previously included, concerned the planter boxes on the west side of Building B. The recommendation stated that the boxes shall be safely installed or that a design equivalent shall be provided, subject to review and approval by the DCD Director. The staff report includes some examples of appropriate equivalents. Planner Umetsu clarified that one of the original designs designated a four -foot wide rather than the proposed five -foot wide sidewalk. Discussion continued on the width of the walking trail. Planner Umetsu indicated in the original approval, a certain amount of recreation space was required. The development did not meet the City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 12 August 11, 1997 minimum and consequently included a recreation path along the north and eastern section of the property. With that path, the minimum recreation space was achieved. However, limitations were imposed on the total trail area that could be used to satisfy the minimum recreation space requirement due to the narrow use of trails versus a multi -use as specified in the guidelines. Councilmembers and Planner Umetsu discussed specific details relating to the exterior siding and the retaining wall located near the children's play area. Planner Umetsu noted that during his review of the project site, the ten -foot landscaped area is actually a five and half foot landscaped area with a four -foot high rockery. The minimum ten -foot area as recommended by the Council cannot be satisfied due to the space constraints. The applicant will be seeking approval on a design modification for the landscaping requirement. Councilmember Mullet asked if the building conformed to the original planned evaluation. Planner Umetsu said there was an overall increase in the site elevation of approximately four feet from the approved building elevation. Staff determined the difference to be of minor significance at the time, however, later it led to some complications concerning the building side slopes, as they could not support the required landscaping. Councilmember Mullet expressed concerns with headlights entering the driveway and affecting adjacent residents. Planner Umetsu reviewed the revisions pertaining to the increased elevation, landscaping, and the addition of the rockery, and indicated that impacts from headlights would not be any different as determined in the original elevation. John Patrcane. Jr., 3422 Belvedier SW, Seattle. 98126, representing the owners of the project; Foundation Development, introduced the project team members for the project. Mr. Patrcane said he assumed management of the project three months ago. After a status review of the project, he determined that a number of issues should be addressed with DCD staff. There was no intent to change anything that did not need to be changed, but to try to determine the status of the remaining issues and recommend improvements to enhance the project. He concurred with the staff report with the exception of a few items. One of the exceptions includes the preference of a 4" on center picket fence rather than a 6" on center. Past experience in other municipalities and construction, dictate this exception. The Uniform Building Code addresses specific railing dimensions and states that pickets on a railing should have a 4" on center. A 4" on center prevents a child from lodging his /her head between the pickets. A fence is similar to a railing; the only difference being is with the height and length, which are meant to be barriers. Specifically, as a builder, Mr. Patrcane said his liability insurance does not provide coverage for a 6" on center picket fence. He requested the Council's concurrence to the requested change. If the City does not approve of the change, the City would have to indemnify the building owner and developer for liability. The second exception concerns the fence material on the south elevation. The Uniform Building Code allows for either a metal or a wood fence. In keeping with the other fencing included in the project, the proposed fencing on the south elevation consists of a six -foot wooden fence. A wood fence is just as easily transparent as a wrought iron fence. In terms of appearance, the wrought iron is not as warm as a wooden fence and maintenance is a major factor (rust and painting). The iron fence would cost considerably more than wood. City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 12 August 11, 1997 He confirmed that a change in the building elevation was made. The surveyors did the best they could in determining the elevation specifics. However, a differential was discovered and screening will be included in front of each of the driveway openings that will include vegetation to cover the screening. Roadway pedestal lights are located on the roadway and should not cause any problems with adjacent properties. Additionally, a 10 -foot high retaining wall will also have vegetation covering it. Mr. Patrcane said unfortunately, the 10 -foot wide landscaping strip does vary in width. Between the north and south elevation, there is a six -inch difference in width. As part of the 10 -foot area, rockery has been included. Within the same area, a minimum four -foot circular clearance is required around the fire hydrants. Fire and Public Works Department's have determined their equipment can adequately access the driveway with the degree of the existing slope. Mr. Patrcane summed up his comments by stating that the intent of the owners, project management team, and subcontractors is to build a high quality project that residents would be proud to live in and working with the City to achieve that goal. Responding to a comment by Councilmember Duffle concerning the fire intensity of vinyl versus other siding material, Mr. Patrcane provided an overview of different building siding materials, quality factors, durability and material costs, and indicated vinyl is an approved building material by the Uniform Building Code and is an acceptable product used extensively in other construction projects. Councilmember Hernandez asked if a substitute proposal would be submitted in lieu of the proposed removal of the planter boxes. Mr. Patrcane indicated that landscaping has been enhanced significantly to compensate. Substituting another design element would pose the same safety concerns. David Bisson. 1028 12 Avenue West, Lynnwood. indicated he is the project landscape architect and joined the project in June. A site analysis was conducted of the existing plan and grading and recommendations were developed. Original landscape plans had been approved. The intent was to enhance the project in several ways. The first review included the recreational deck area. The deck area was enlarged and extensive plantings on the south side of the building were added. The design intent was to maintain the existing character of the project and minor changes were made to the overall landscaping plan. Vines were added to the retaining wall areas to eventually conceal the wall. Eight large shrubs were added to the upper deck to accentuate and screen the building along with eight to ten conifer trees in the south face of the retaining walls, which will grow rapidly. Other trees have been included to screen the perimeter. Councilmember Hernandez referred to previous comments concerning the addition of landscaping in lieu of the planter boxes and asked what landscaping had been added. Mr. Bisson replied that additional plantings were added in the courtyard consisting of assorted conifer trees that would grow to a height of seven to eight feet in five years. Several other species would grow to 12 to 14 feet within five years of planting. City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 12 August 11, 1997 Councilmember Ekberg noted the location of the children's play area relative to adult passive uses and asked if consideration might be given to moving the play area either to the east or the west to afford some adult privacy to passive use areas. Mr. Patrcane indicated the exact location of the play area has not been determined and explained some of the pros and cons of locating the play area and indicated children's safety is a factor in wanting to locate the play area in the central location. Councilmember Hernandez referred to the lower level of Building A and expressed some concerns that with the courtyard being above eye level, children might jump down into the hallway of the lower level. Mr. Bisson indicated the safety issue was reviewed and a three -foot vertical wrought iron railing would be installed to prevent children from jumping down. Councilmember Carter asked why the two western red cedars in the recreation deck area were being replaced with smaller arbor vitae. Mr. Bisson said the western cedars were not being removed. The original plan called for including western cedar, however, western cedar is too large to plant in the courtyard with the roof deck. The smaller arbor vitae are more appropriate for the growing area and the soil depth. Councilmember Hernandez asked if the approved landscaping plan become part of the adopted covenants for the development. Planner Umetsu said the City has not in the past, required recording of the landscaping conditions with the title. He suggested it would be a good idea and a practice that the City should adopt. Councilmember Carter asked what the minimum size requirement for a children's play area is within a development. Planner Umetsu said a minimum of 25% of all recreation space must be allocated for a children's play area. The play area in the eastern portion of the recreation deck does not meet the 25% minimum requirement; otherwise, Planner Umetsu said he would have concurred with keeping the play area in the eastern portion. Some of the discussion and decision criteria determined that the area was not adequate for a children's play area. Councilmember Duffie questioned the requirements for railing in a play area. Planner Umetsu said guardrails are required anytime a drop in elevation of four or more feet occurs. The minimum height is 42' inches and maximum placement of vertical pickets is four inches. No special standards exist for smaller children. Councilmember Ekberg referred to a previous suggestion of replacing the planter boxes with garden windows and asked what the applicant's response was regarding the suggestion. Planner Umetsu said the applicant reviewed the suggestion and has indicated no desire to propose it as an alternative. Councilmember Ekberg asked if vinyl siding is approved, would a horizontal color scheme improve the aesthetics of the building. Planner Umetsu said including a different color shade on the north and south side of modulated pop out might enhance it. Council President Haggerton questioned the changes as being minor and indicated that some of the changes were substantial. Director Lancaster replied that the project would not have come City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 12 August 11, 1997 before the Council if all of the changes had been deemed as "minor." Some of the changes, taken separately could be considered as minor, however, added together as a whole, significantly change the original design. Mayor Rants said during the original review, the Council concerns dealt with quality construction. Changing the elevation by four feet affected other design elements of the proposed plan. Due to the expressed concerns of the Council to insure that a quality project was built, Mayor Rants felt that the proposed changes should be reviewed and approved by the Council. Barry Owen. 24256 SE 232 Issaquah, owner of the development, answered questions from Councilmembers. Two condominium units have been reserved, but none have been sold. All the units are two bedroom, two bathrooms, with two -car subterranean parking with storage. Mr. Owen said the selling price for each unit has increased from the initial selling price. Planner Umetsu provided a final review of other staff recommendations for additional landscaping and suggested the inclusion of deciduous and conifer trees on the west side of the trail to better define the area. Planner Umetsu reiterated that the fence, be it wood or iron, would run along the south base and along the retaining wall and would be a major part of the landscaping scenery. He urged the applicant to resolve the landscaping issues related to the 10- foot minimum landscaping requirement. Council President Haggerton closed the public hearing at 9:00 p.m. Council President Haggerton reviewed Council options. They include (1) approve any or all of the revisions proposed by the applicant, (2) approve any or all of the proposed revisions, subject to reasonable modifications and conditions, or (3) deny any or all of the proposed revisions. Councilmember Ekberg suggested referring action to a future Council meeting and recommended staff modify the table beginning on page 5 by including three additional columns Column 1 Staff Recommendations, Column 2 Applicant's Response to Staff Recommendations, and Column 3 Applicant's Recommendations When There is No Concurrence With Staffs Recommendation. Councilmembers agreed with the suggested format and indicated it would be easier to evaluate the issues. Councilmembers concurred to defer action. Councilmember Hernandez included an additional request to include a Council recommendation under item 7 that requires all landscaping requirements be included in the homeowner's covenants and restriction policies. Duffie moved, seconded by Linder to reopen the public hearing. Motion carried (7 -0). Kevin Raymond. 3409 NE 57 Street, Seattle, attorney for the applicant, asked that the Council consider approving items that the applicant, staff, and the Council are in agreement on. Council President Haggerton closed the public hearing at 9:05 p.m. Councilmembers agreed to delay action until the next regular Council meeting. City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Council President Haggerton recessed the meeting for a 10- minute break at 9:06 p.m. to 9:22 p.m. at which time, Councilmember Ekberg was excused from the remainder of the meeting. SPECIAL ISSUES: a. Amended Curfew Ordinance Page 7 of 12 August 11, 1997 Councilmember Linder said the Police Department reported a 12% decrease in juvenile crime and a 23% decrease in juvenile crime victims since the implementation of the curfew ordinance nine months ago. The police and the public support the curfew and the Committee was unanimous in its support. Councilmember Mullet expressed concerns regarding parent's rights with respect to fines when minors are no longer under the control of their parents. Attorney Noe indicated that the curfew is a tool to take minors off the street to reduce juvenile crime and prevent juveniles from becoming crime victims. The ordinance is not a revenue enhancement for the City. Parents are responsible for payment due to the process involved in collecting fees through a collection agency. Attorney Noe said he would check with the court to develop a procedure to send letters to the parents regarding payment of fines before forwarding fines for collection to a collection agency. Councilmember Carter said in most circumstances, parents are responsible for their minor children, even if the child has left home and is no longer under the guardianship of the parent. She shares Councilmember Mullet's concern that parents should not be responsible for fines of minors no longer in their care. Councilmember Carter asked how the reduction in juvenile crime and juvenile crime victims compares with adult crime rate statistics. She stressed that without knowing if respective crimes decreased with adult crimes, the statistics related to the reduction in juvenile crimes might be over inflated and may not entirely be attributed to the curfew ordinance. Attorney Noe recommended a 10 -month period for the curfew ordinance after it has been enacted. Councilmembers Duffie and Haggerton preferred two years. Councilmembers Hernandez, Mullet, Linder, and Carter preferred one year. Council consensus was to forward to the next regular Council meeting for a 10 -month review after the effective date of the ordinance. b. McLeod Developer's Agreement Director Earnst said the issue is before Council due to two developments proposed on West Valley Highway, the BP Station and a hotel. The BP Station is nearing a point where they will be requiring stormwater drainage. The Mcleod development has included in the parking area along the Puget Sound Energy right -of -way, a drainage system. The architects and engineers for the respective projects contacted Mr. McLeod about constructing the system. The McLeod Developers agreement requires a 48" pipe under BNRR to be constructed in conjunction with the development. The agreement stipulates payment by the City for work, however, a clause City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 8 of 12 August 11, 1997 stipulates that if the project is abandoned or is not developed, the agreement would be null and void, which essentially removes the requirement to reimburse him for the construction of the pipe. The addendum to the amendment would reimburse the developer, even if the development does not occur. Director Earnst said there is a long history regarding the agreement and referred to the previous agreements included in the agenda packet. The original agreement included the $300,000 reimbursement. When the Economic Development Zone was designated, the $300,000 remained in Addendum 1 with an additional explanation regarding developer conditions and included payment for part of a water line and removal of some traffic mitigations. Addendum 2 includes a provision that allows for payment of the pipe if the development is abandoned. Mr. McLeod has a permit for the project and an agreement between the McLeod Developers and the two developers is required. When that agreement is signed, the BP Station has indicated they would build the waterline in the right of way up to 158 The City would then allow McLeod to complete work on the remaining drainage system. Director Earnst shared recent information concerning the status of the Expo. Center. DCD received notice from Stuart McLeod indicating studies reveal the market cannot support another 200,000 to 300,000 square foot exposition center since Seattle is building another center in the downtown area. At this time, he is not going forward with the proposed Expo. Center and will be revising his plan based on feedback from investors for a 150,000 square foot exposition center. If investors agree, he will move forward on that development. If investors decline, he intends to build a smaller 100,000 square foot exposition center, which will reduce his parking requirements. Director Earnst said regardless of the status of the Expo. Center, the drainage improvements are still required. The City agreed to pay for the drainage improvements with the expectation that more surface water revenues would result from the Expo. Center. Mr. Earnst indicated he has many concerns with the project. When the area was designated as an Economic Development zone, the City did so with the idea that City money discounted from the McLeod project would be recouped. The City was willing to forgive between $600,000 to $700,000 in various mitigation fees (street, surface water, water lines, etc.). Development cannot continue in the area unless drainage work is completed. The City cannot move forward without spending the money and there is a concern that the McLeod development might benefit. However, two other properties are now affected and the City has no choice but to move forward. Councilmembers discussed their concerns surrounding the project, development delays with the Expo. Center and ways the City could recoup its investment through latecomers agreements. Councilmembers agreed to move the proposed addendum to the McLeod Developer's Agreement forward to the next regular City Council meeting for action. c. Water /Sewer System Comn Plan Contract Update Councilmember Linder said the Utilities Committee reviewed the item and this is another situation where the City should proceed although the project is $7,000 over budget. Director Earnst said the budget includes $100,000 for water reuse in the water program. Other projects City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 9 of 12 August 11, 1997 may have to slide to accommodate funding for this project and at the end of the six -year plan, additional delays pertaining to new projects being added to the Comp Plan may occur. Director Earnst said increased funding of $7,000 was due in part to the fact that the item was budgeted sometime in the past and was based on a best guess estimate from a similar project. Modeling for the water system is required due to the addition of other systems and the need to insure that water flows meet Fire Department water flow standards. Councilmembers concurred to move the project to the regular Council meeting for Consent Calendar approval. d. McLees Ingress /Egress Easement Director Earnst said staff made the changes as requested by the Utilities Committee in the easement document for paving of the easement by the City. He noted that the size of the easement is due to the requirements of emergency vehicle access. Councilmembers discussed monetary responsibility for easement paving. Director Earnst indicated the City would assume the cost of upgrading the pavement to accommodate heavier City truck traffic to the City's vactor waste dump site. Mr. McLees agreed to pay for paving to accommodate his need. Responding to comments from Councilmembers, Administrator McFarland noted the area contains a lot of commercial and light industrial development around the residential area. The area represents a transition pocket. Director Earnst reported the paving area as 40 feet in width by 82.75 feet in length. Administrator McFarland said at the time Mr. McLees sold the City the property he was not aware that he was landlocking his property by not obtaining an access easement to his property. Access to the property is limited due to slope factors from other areas of the property. Councilmembers concurred to move the request forward to the regular Council meeting for action. REPORTS: Mayor: Mayor Rants read a letter he received from Carry Segale addressed to the Mayor and Councilmembers. The letter commends the City for sponsoring the Tukwila Cares Project. Mayor Rants reported on the successful recycling and yard sales event held last weekend. The event symbolizes a building of the community through mutual efforts. He received positive comments from numerous citizens about the event. Mayor Rants referred to a previous memorandum to Councilmembers concerning attorney services and provided an update. From previous meetings, the City Council expressed the desire City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 10 of 12 August 11, 1997 for an in -house city attorney. Mayor Rants indicated he is not trying to circumvent the wish of the Council, but reported the City currently receives excellent services at a competitive price. Contracting also affords the City the opportunity to sever the contract at any time. Mayor Rants is pleased with the present form of attorney services and believes the City should continue with the services and monitor to insure services are being provided. Councilmember Hernandez agreed to defer to the recommendation of Mayor Rants but indicated her wish to insure the Mayor keeps the Council informed of any problems. Administer McFarland reported that City Attorney Noe is available at City Hall four days a week and has accessible to staff when needed. Councilmember Carter referred to her previous suggestion for contracting services for a six month period and indicated she was informed there was difficulty in finding adequate services. At that time, Council provided clear direction, which has not been followed. Councilmember Carter took issue with Mayor Rants reporting on the issue nine months later and not following Council direction. Council President Haggerton indicated his desire to obtain Council consensus on the issue so the matter could be forwarded to the Finance and Safety Committee for review. He referred to how other cities handle attorney services and said many cities have a full -time attorney. However, even then those cities often have to contract for specialized services. If some of the services need to be contracted, it may be beneficial to the City to contract all City attorney services. He indicated his experience with other firms is limited and does not know if the City is currently contracting with the right one, although he is satisfied with the current level of service. Council President Haggerton reported on Councilmember Ekberg's comments concerning the issue and indicated his approval of the current arrangement if the schedule, service, cost, and quality are satisfactory to the City. Additionally, he recommended forwarding the issue to the Finance and Safety Committee along with the issues addressed by Councilmember Carter. Councilmembers concurred with the recommendation. City Council: Councilmember Duffle indicated he attended a recent Equity and Diversity Commission retreat and thanked Councilmembers Hernandez and Carter for their efforts on the Commission and said he plans to attend more meetings. Councilmember Hernandez attended various events by the Crime Free Multi- Family Housing and local apartment complexes. She attended the August 6 Executive Committee meeting of REACH at SeaTac. A contract has been finalized with the two individuals who will job -share the position. The city of SeaTac has agreed to be the fiscal agent. REACH will be moving into the US Bank location in Renton on a free -of- charge basis within the next month. Both employees will develop and present a workplan. Councilmember Hernandez also reported on her attendance at the recent Equity and Diversity Commission retreat, which was well attended. Participants were asked to fill out a survey and City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 11 of 12 August 11, 1997 surveys returned indicated the planning retreat was worthwhile. One of the number one priorities recommended by the attendees is the formalization of the Commission by the City Council. It is difficult to accomplish goals without a formalized Commission with a seated board. She recommended pursuing an appointment process through the Mayor and initiating a process for official formalization of the Commission. She referred to a video that was viewed during the retreat about Bellevue's Diversity Commission that generated attendee's interest in pursuing the formalization and recognition of the Commission. Without a formal body, no bylaws exist to determine how voting should be handled and many enthusiast people attend one or two meetings and then drop out for lack of structure. Council President Haggerton reported he would attend the Community Affairs and Parks Committee on behalf of Councilmember Ekberg and an ACC meeting on August 6. In the interim, while searching for a new executive director, ACC will conduct every other meeting by conference call. Council President Haggerton indicated a decision is forthcoming on August 13 regarding Des Moines versus the Port of Seattle. He also referred to the City attorney services issue and indicated that some of Councilmember Carter's concerns could have been solved if better communications concerning the status of contracted services with Attorney Noe had been relayed to the Council early in the process. Councilmember Carter attended the Night Out Against Crime picnics and suggested that for next year, the City send out an invitation or letter to the previous hosts to solicit hosting for the current year's events. She also attended the Equity and Diversity Commission retreat. She will be at City Hall on August 18 reviewing non represented employee salary surveys. Finally, she plans to attend a budgeting workshop AWC is sponsoring. Councilmember Linder reported on the King County Department of Natural Resources and Solid Waste. A report was given concerning the dramatic changes in solid waste. Independent garbage haulers have decided to go to Eastern Washington and Oregon because the costs are cheaper. This does not affect the budget of King County. King County revenues are based on disposal fees. However if visits for disposal are reduced, revenues decline, but expenses are still incurred. A master plan is being developed with a kick -off on August 14 at Bellevue Best Western Hotel that will include all of the stakeholders, i.e., garbage haulers, labor, Suburban Cities (3 representatives from Redmond, Bellevue, and Federal Way). Councilmember Duffie reported that he also attended the Night Out Against Crime events. One issue residents in the Southgate Park area raised pertained to their desire to have a basketball facility. Councilmember Duffie reminded the residents that they had indicated previously to the Council their desire to have the existing building torn down and nothing built to replace it. He advised residents that if they wanted to change direction, they needed to convey the request directly to the City Council. Staff: Administrator McFarland reminded Councilmembers of the Highway 99 Action Committee meeting on August 12 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tukwila Community Center. On August 18 at City of Tukwila City Council of Whole Meeting Minutes 1:00 p.m., a ribbon cutting ceremony for East Marginal Way is scheduled in front of the Museum of Flight with refreshments to follow. Executive Sims has been invited. On August 25, Linda Ring will provide a comprehensive briefing on Regional Governance and Finance to the Council. Administrator McFarland indicated he would provide some preliminary information to the Council before the briefing. ADJOURNMENT: Moved by Councilmember Duffie, seconded by Councilmember Mullet, to adjourn the COW meeting at 11:00 p.m. Motion carried (7 -0). ncil PresiVe'Jim Haggerton Jane E. Cantu, CMC, for Valerie Gow, Recording Secretary Date Minutes Approved: jbA. Page 12 of 12 August 11, 1997