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Home My WebLink About1997-11-17 Regular MinutesNovember 17, 1997 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OFFICIALS PROCLAMATIONS/ APPOINTMENTS Econ. Devel. Adv. Bd. Transit Adv. Bd. Tukwila Muni. Court TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers 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; ALLAN EKBERG, STEVE MULLET, PAM CARTER, PAM LINDER. JOHN MCFARLAND, City Administrator; BOB NOE, City Attorney; STEVE LANCASTER, DCD Director; MOIRA BRADSHAW, Associate Planner; ROSS EARNST, Public Works Director; LUCY LAUTERBACH, Council Analyst; JANE CANTU, City Clerk. SPECIAL PRESENTATION DCD Director Steve Lancaster introduced new employees Deborah Ritter, Introduction of new employees Assistant Planner; and Mary Bandirola, Administrative Clerk for the Division. Mayor Rants requested Council confirmation of the following appointments: Economic Develonment Advisory Board *Bob Roberts, Pos. #1; term expires 12/31/99. MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY MULLET, TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF BOB ROBERTS TO POSITION #1 ON THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD, TERM EXPIRES DECEMBER 31, 1999. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Transit Advisory Board •Thomas Topel, Pos. #5; term expires 12/31/99. MOVED BY MULLET, SECONDED BY LINDER, TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF THOMAS TOPEL TO POSITION #5 ON THE TRANSIT ADVISORY BOARD, TERM EXPIRES DECEMBER 31, 1999. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Tukwila Municinal Court Judge Judge •Peter Lukevich; term expires 12/31/2002. Regular Meeting Minutes November 17, 1997 Page 2 Proclamations /Appointments (Cont' d) Oath of Office CITIZEN'S COMMENTS CONSENT AGENDA BID AWARD PUJBLIC HEARING Quasi-judicial: Bergstrom preliminary plat (20 -lots sub- division) MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LINDER, TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF PETER LUKEVICH TO A FOUR -YEAR TERM AS TUKWILA MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE. MOTION CARRIED (6- 1); HAGGERTON DISSENTING. Councilmember Haggerton clarified for the record that his dissenting vote wasn't against the applicant, but rather a vote of confidence for the current judge, Jerry Belur. Mayor Rants stated that the oath of office for Municipal Court Judge will be administered at the Regular Meeting of December 1, 1997. None. a. Approval of Minutes of 10/20/97, 11/03/97 b. Approval of Vouchers: Nos. 201529/201779 through 201987 in the amount of $800,100.27. c. Accept as complete the Allentown Water and Sewer Improvements Project with R.L. Alia Co.; authorize release of retainage. (Final cost of project: $2,018,037.37. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS SUBMITTED.* Councilmember Carter requested that the minutes 10/20/97 be withdrawn for discussion under New Business. *MOTION CARRIED AS AMENDED (7 -0). MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY CARTER, TO AWARD THE CONTRACT FOR THE DEMOLITION OF THE OLD TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER TO WILLIAM DICKSON COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $54,082.80 (INCLUDES 8.6% WASHINGTON STATE SALES TAX). MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Mayor Rants opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m. In order to comply with Resolution #1335, which sets the process to be used in quasi-judicial open record proceedings, City Attorney Bob Noe conducted the swearing in of those wishing to testify. Noe also called to Regular Meeting Minutes November 17, 1997 Page 3 Public hearing (Cont'd) Applicant: Opponents: the attention of the Council the standards for approval of permits for the determination of consistency with adopted plans and regulations as set forth in TMC 18.100.030; and, additional findings for preliminary plats as set forth in TMC 18.100.050. There were no disclosures of any exparte communication from the Council. Moira Bradshaw, DCD Associate Planner, entered the Staff Report dated November 3, 1997 into the record as Exhibit #1, and a letter by David Coulson, dated 11/07/97 as Exhibit #2. She explained that the site is located at 14921 57th Avenue South, on the west slope of Tukwila Hill at South 144th, east of Macadam Road. It abuts 57th Avenue South. The site is currently developed with a single family house and two accessory structures that are proposed for demolition. The proposal is to subdivide the 4.2 acre lot into 20 lots with associated public improvements for streets, landscaping, water, sewer, storm drains, fire hydrants and illumination Michael Bergstrom, 2542 Queen Anne North, Seattle, WA, commented that every reasonable effort had been made in the design of the proposed plat to preserve existing trees. The proposal would meet the City's objective of connecting South 150th Place to South 150 Street, thereby increasing circulation opportunity on Tukwila Hill. The Hill does not present any short cuts to regional destinations so it is relatively immune from outside through traffic. The proposal would eliminate a 1,900 foot long dead end street that exceeds the City's maximum length cul -de -sac standard of 600 feet and improve the overall circulation and desired block pattern in the area. Kimberly Mummert, 14721 57th Avenue South, submitted a petition representing many of the citizens residing on 57th Avenue South. She complimented the Bergstrom family for keeping the citizens informed throughout the initial process of this proposal. She stated that the petitioners were not opposed to the development of the subject property, but opposed to the design of the access for traffic on 57th Avenue South. The following citizens concurred with Mummert's comments: •Evelyn Sukert, 14909 57th Avenue South •Matt Sukert, 14909 57th Avenue South •Will Erickson, 14918 57th Avenue South •Velma Lee, 5529 South 149th Street, provided a petition of residents living on South 149th Regular Meeting Minutes November 17, 1997 Page 4 Public hearing (Cont' d) Proponent: Rebuttal: *Dennis Knudson, 5668 south 149th Street •Magda Tordell, 14724 57th Avenue South •Anne Altemeyer, 14920 57th Avenue South *Phyllis Paseka, 14726 57th Avenue South •Louise M. Strander, 1500 57th Avenue South •Bill Kelline, 14713 57th Avenue South •Rusty Trudeau, 14715 57th Avenue South •Delores Lindberg, 14712 57th Avenue South, also added that opening up access for traffic on 57th Avenue South as well as a route from Macadam will decrease the property value. She said homes were purchased with no through traffic. It is a quiet and safe place to live with only one access. They want to keep it that way. •Don Lindberg, 14712 57th Avenue South •Dianne Gibson, 14707 57th Avenue South •Katrina Bell, 14711 57th Avenue South •Toni G. Raimoth, 14710 57th Avenue South •Michael Gates, 5531 South 149th •Roxanne Langer, 14916 57th Avenue South •Brenda Schenck, 5647 South 150th Place •Janice Kunz, 5630 South 150th Place *Jeff Lasnegard, 5618 South 149th •Patty Skinaberger, 149th •Dick Gravenger, 6642 South 149th *Patricia Murphy, 5620 South 149th Street •John Hackel, 5627 South 150th Place, did not speak but asked to be notified appropriately. David P. Charleston, 15004 Macadam Road South, commented that he has lived in the neighborhood since August 1944. He feels that in order to counteract the continuous rise in traffic, 150th should run all the way through to 57th. None of Tukwila's roads should be closed off. Michael Bergstrom, 2542 Queen Anne North, Seattle, WA. expressed how pleased he was for the general support of the community and that he understands their concerns regarding opening up 57th Avenue for through traffic. However, he explained that there is alternative access to the plat. Therefore, Bergstrom says he is willing to abide by the direction of the Council and by whatever is best for the community. Regular Meeting Minutes November 17, 1997 Page 5 Public hearing (Cont'd) Public hearing closed Council: Consensus: Recess 9:14 9:30 p.m. NEW BUSINESS Authorize Mayor to sign Interim Water Group Interlocal Agreement Kim Mummert requested on behalf of other community members another proposal depicting the concerns expressed by community members present at tonight's meeting. Mayor Rants closed the public hearing at 9:00 p.m. Councilmembers Hernandez requested that staff review the proposal again and come back to the Council with an alternate recommendation that would allow a circular traffic flow in and out of the development without creating another cul -de -sac and without opening up access to Macadam. Councilmembers commented that to their recollection, this was one of the most well orchestrated and professionally conducted public hearings they had witnessed. Councilmembers also agreed that the residents had valid concerns specifically in the areas of property value depreciation; decrease in the quality of lifestyle; and additional concerns regarding possible criminal elements brought in from Southcenter and the apartment dwellings from Macadam. The Council ensured citizens that they will try to work out a solution that will be amicable to all parties. Councilmember Carter thanked all the citizens for their input and the manner in which they presented their concerns. However, she cautioned the Council and citizens alike that neighborhoods must be treated equitably, based on the policies set forth in the City's Comprehensive Plan. It was the consensus of the Council to forward the Bergstrom Preliminary Plat (20 -lot subdivision) to a future Transportation Committee meeting with the understanding that notification of the date and time of the meeting will be sent to all public hearing participants who signed their name and address on the speakers list. Mayor Rants clarified that the committee meeting will be held to afford Council deliberation public testimony will not be admissible. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HAGGERTON, TO RECESS FOR APPROXIMATELY FIVE MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Rants reconvened the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Councilmember Mullet stated that the Interim Water Group is still meeting and planning how to get another water system in the year 2000. Mullet said he was informed that negotiations with Seattle are going along well even though there are a few problem areas with pipeline #5. Regular Meeting Minutes November 17, 1997 Page 6 Interim Water Group (Cont'd) Approval of Minutes of 10/20/97 from Consent Agenda REPORTS Mayor MOVED BY MULLET, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR THE INTERIM WATER GROUP.* Councilmember Carter inquired if this item has been budgeted for next year. Public Works Director Ross Earnst explained that the Interlocal Agreement is proposed to extend the Interim Water Group through December 31, 1998. The 1998 Interim Water Group budget has been modified to allow for continued or additional services. *MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Councilmembers Carter requested the minutes of October 20, 1997 be amended on page 2, under Citizen's Comments -Lanny Vickers as follows: delete the words the group home. and insert: sex offenders. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY MULLET, TO APPROVED THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 20, 1997 AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). Mayor Rants reported he attended Suburban Cities Board meeting, which was dedicated to the Emergency Management System (EMS). The discussion focused on budget needs for EMS. Rants said the draft of Suburban Cities legislative agenda was discussed. He requested Council Analyst Lucy Lauterbach duplicate and distribute a copy to each Councilmember for their input. Highlights of the draft included regional governance and finance, criminal justice funding, driving while license is suspended /impound authority, transportation funding, state action that adversely impacts local government revenues, annexation reform, water supply retain local control of water supply and planning and utility de- regulation. Rants said if the City formed an electrical utility, power could be acquired (using the infrastructure already in place) from whomever could offer the best contractual services. Rants received a letter from the King County Housing Authority's Executive Director Steven Norman, regarding the Washington State Housing Finance Commission meeting that will be held this coming week. The purpose of the meeting is to determine scoring method to be used to allocate next year's federal, low income housing tax credits to affordable Regular Meeting Minutes November 17, 1997 Page 7 Reports (Cont'd) Staff EXECUTIVE SESSION 10:20 P.M. housing development around the state. A total of approximately $50 million dollars in private investments in affordable housing will be generated by the distribution of federal tax credits. Rants briefly touched upon the Regional Transit Authority's (RTA) draft proposal and informed the Council of the busy schedule that lies ahead. Councilmember Duffie reported he will attend a VIP breakfast at Foster High School Commons November 18th. Councilmember Hernandez reported she attended the Chamber luncheon on November 14th; Housing Conference at the Sea -Tac Doubletree on November 17th where the REACH staff was recognized; and she attended a session on "bringing local government to the table" at the Seattle /King County Housing Development Consortium recently and distributed informational materials to Councilmembers. Council President Haggerton expressed thanks and appreciation to everyone who sent condolences on the recent loss of his father. Haggerton said he will be out of town on November 24th. He asked Councilmember Ekberg to chair that COW meeting for him. Ekberg agreed. Councilmember Mullet reported he will attend the Water Alliance meeting on November 20th. Councilmember Carter reported she visited, along with staff, a computer lab at Delridge Community Center on November 14th; she will attend classes on asset building on November 17th 18th; and she will attend a SKATBd meeting on November 18th. Carter advised Councilmembers to visit the RTA web -site in preparation to offer suggestions for RTA's consideration of Tukwila interests. She also suggested that the Crime -Free Multi Housing properties that have qualified be listed on the City's home page. Mayor Rants says he will look into the legalities of this idea. Councilmember Linder reported on the Finance and Safety Committee meeting which met November 17th. City Administrator McFarland informed the Council that he will be out of town November 17 21. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY MULLET, TO ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO ADDRESS A LEGAL ISSUE FOR FIVE MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED. Regular Meeting Minutes November 17, 1997 Page 8 ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LINDER, TO ADJOURN 10:25 P.M. THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. \a„. bi) Joni W. Rants, Mayor 1�v j Celia Square, Deputy C Clerk Date Minutes Approved: /024 7