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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-12-07 Regular MinutesREGULAR MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor John W. Rants called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., in Council Chambers, City Hall, and led the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL: City Clerk Jane Cantu called the roll of Council. Present were Council President Pamela Linder and Councilmembers Joe Duffle, Joan Hernandez, Steve Mullet, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton and Dave Fenton. OFFICIALS: City Administrator John McFarland, City Attorney Bob Noe, City Clerk Jane Cantu, Deputy City Clerk Bob Baker, Community Development Director Steve Lancaster, Finance Director Alan Doerschel and Parks Director Don Williams. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL December 7, 1998 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers City Hall a. Presentation of Certificate Certified Municipal Clerk Bob Baker Mayor Rants, in association with City Clerk Jane Cantu, noted this award demonstrates Mr. Baker has satisfied the educational requirements as prescribed by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks. He congratulated Baker for achieving Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) status and presented him with a framed certificate. Mr. Baker thanked the Council and City Administration for their acknowledgment. He also noted respect and admiration for City Clerk Jane Cantu as an incredible leader who personifies intelligence, strength and enthusiasm. Cantu thinks on her feet and has answers no matter how hard the questions. Further, she serves as an example to those in the clerking profession. Finally, he thanked City staff and Council for the privilege of serving the citizens of Tukwila. b. Presentation of 1998 Architectural Showcase /Facilitv Award of Merit 1998 International illumination Design Award of Merit Parks Director Don Williams recognized the citizens, Council, Parks Commissioners and City staff for their hard work over the past number of years in recognizing the Tukwila Community Center, which has received two national awards. The first, for the lighting design, City of Tukwila Page 2 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 is entitled the International Illumination Design Award of Merit. The second is entitled the 1998 Architectural Showcase Facility Award of Merit. ARC was the City's architect on the site and program needs. They deserve recognition for their efforts; and before they came to the City, staff worked for nearly two years to put together a program, needs, spaces, goals, sub committees, etc. So a team effort has been accomplished by many people. The Center will be around for years to come and will continue to be successful. Recreation Supervisor, Al Frank was introduced as a key staff member at the Center. Al has worked hard to put together all the planning and work which was necessary even before ARC came on board. Al assisted in the determination of layout and design of the Center. At the Center, Al does whatever it takes to keep the place running efficiently. He provides tours, hires staff, makes budget decisions and whatever else is necessary. Through it all, he has not received the recognition deserved. Thus his presence this evening. Additionally, Mr. Frank presented Mayor Rants and Council with the two awards. c. Presentation of Program Safety in Overnight Lodging Bob Abbott Tukwila Police Officer Bob Abbott presented Council with a proposed program which could be very successful, addressing concerns in the hotel /motel community such as unlawful activity and anti social behavior. This program represents a work in progress; and with Council's approval, could prove to be very beneficial. The name of the proposed program is "Safety in Overnight Lodging," and is being developed completely by City staff. It is not to be confused with the Crime Free Hotel /Motel Program. Mr. Abbott reviewed the program goals: 1. Develop a partnership between the guest industry and law enforcement; 2. Nurture a sense of community among individual businesses; and 3. Discourage criminal /anti social abuse of hotels /motels. The objectives of the program are: 1. Reward and acknowledge successes; 2. Guide the businesses which are struggling; and 3. Provide the opportunity for failing businesses to regain control. Thus far, in 1998, 253 case reports were taken at various hotels /motels. Through all of the reports, it is clear some businesses are doing very well and others are struggling with the affects previously mentioned. Some options which include: 1. Doing nothing, which includes continued investment of resources while abating the worst offenders and living with the reputation; City of Tukwila Page 3 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 2. Developing a set of one size fits -all strategies which overtaxes those who are already successful, under directs those who are struggling the most; and creates huge demands on the overseeing organization in terms of manpower and resources; or 3. Institute a program based on individual or small group needs which recognizes and celebrates successes. It also provides guidance to the moderately challenged while giving detailed and specific direction to those most at risk. Mr. Abbott spoke in favor of option #3. He stated Tukwila could formulate an action plan based on calls for service per room (CFS /R). Hotels and motels would be ranked by CFS /R. The current list of CFS /R could be divided into thirds while proposing meaningful strategies for each group. Further details and statistics were presented to the Council. It was clear by all the City does not want to over regulate those who are not having problems. General questions, comments and concerned were discussed by and between Council and Mr. Abbott. Council agreed the City will benefit from such a program and that Mr. Abbott is off to a great start. Mr. Abbott concluded by stating a draft ordinance is forthcoming, perhaps even as early as January, 1999. City Administrator McFarland and Police Chief Haines recognized Mr. Abbott's efforts and presented him with a Certificate for Excellence in Action for Outstanding Initiative and Creativity in the field of program development. CITIZEN COMMENT: Sharon Ronning. 117095 40th Ave. So.. Tukwila. spoke in opposition to light rail in her (Duwamish community) neighborhood. She has gathered a petition with 151 signatures against same and presented it to City Clerk Cantu. She is generally against the entire Interurban route and that which would run through her back yard. Bob Morgan. 11608 40th Ave. So.. Tukwila. also spoke in opposition to the whole route. He stated it would be a waste of taxpayer money to come off Pacific Highway at all. He believes it will bring about more noise and traffic and stated Tukwila already has enough of both. Georgina Kerr. 3834 So. 116th St.. Tukwila. asked several questions of Mayor Rants to clarify statements made at an earlier Council meeting. In short, Mayor Rants stated the City does not support the Duwamish neighborhood backyards for light rail. He also stated the City currently supports two routes (E -2 and E -3). Councilmember Joe Duffie made an announcement Mr. Bill Arthur is unable to be present this evening after suffering a recent heart attack. Councilmember Duffie stated Mr. Arthur attends nearly every Council meeting and has put forth a tremendous amount of work to make City of Tukwila Page 4 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 improvements within the City of Tukwila. He is missed. Mayor Rants noted Mr. Arthur is home and will rest for three weeks, allowing time to heal. CONSENT AGENDA: a. Annroval of Minutes November 16 Regular Meeting November 23 Snecial Meeting b. Annroval of Vouchers #208636 208793 in the amount of 5279.159.34 Moved by Councilmember Duffle, seconded by Hernandez; to approve the consent agenda items as presented. The motion carried 7 -0. OLD BUSINESS: a. 1997 Comprehensive Plan Amendments (Draft Ordinance) Zoning Code Amendments Steve Lancaster, Director of Community Development, informed Council this item was before them again since comments were received at the last Council meeting. Staff has suggested implementation of information previously presented to Council with a few, relatively minor changes, based upon testimony received at the most recent public hearing. Mr. Lancaster then introduced Carol Lumb who briefed Council on those changes. Additionally, Ms. Lumb explained the ordinance format to assist Council in their review thereof Ms. Moira Bradshaw was also present to assist and answer various questions of the Council. Modifications discussed were: 1. The proposed Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code amendments have been revised to mirror the language of the Countywide Planning Policies, which address the siting of public capital facilities. 2. Language has been added in the zoning code amendments which clarifies undergrounding of unclassified uses "if appropriate and feasible." 3. "Housekeeping" changes have been made to the zoning code amendments to eliminate redundant references to transit centers which now fall under the new definition of mass transit facilities. 4. Direction is given in the Design Manual to the BAR when reviewing the edges between commercial and residential development. 5. The term consolidation has been replaced with the term aggregation to clarify that in the commercial redevelopment areas, lots are encouraged to be aggregated, but this in not required. City of Tukwila Page 5 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 Throughout each modification, staff answered questions from the Council. After the presentation, staff noted an ordinance will most likely be presented at the first regular Council meeting in January, 1999. b. An Ordinance Amending the 1998 Budget AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE 1998 BUDGET ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 1824 AND AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 1827, PROVIDING FOR UNANTICIPATED REVENUES TO THE GENERAL FUND INCLUDING: ESTIMATED BEGINNING UNRESERVED FUND BALANCE, LOCAL RETAIL SALES AND USE TAX, GAMBLING EXCISE TAXES, PERMIT FEES, PLAN CHECKING FEES, AND TRANSIT SYSTEMS -TRA; PROCEEDS OF ANTICIPATION NOTES IN THE HOTEL /MOTEL TAX FUND, ARTERIAL STREET FUND, AND FACILITY REPLACEMENT FUND; RESIDUAL EQUITY TRANSFERS IN TO THE FACILITY REPLACEMENT FUND; AND TRUST CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE INSURANCE FUND; AND PROVIDING FOR UNANTICIPATED EXPENDITURES AND TRANSFERS IN THE GENERAL, HOTEL /MOTEL TAX, ARTERIAL STREET, FACILITY REPLACEMENT, AND INSURANCE FUNDS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Fenton, to read the proposed ordinance by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance. Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Fenton, to adopt the proposed ordinance as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1859 c. An Ordinance Adopting the 1999 Proposed Budget AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1999; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Fenton, to read the proposed ordinance by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance. Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Duffle, to adopt the proposed ordinance as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1860 d. A Resolution Approving the 1999 -2004 Financial Planning Model Capital Improvement Plan (CIPI City of Tukwila Page 6 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 1999 -2004 FINANCIAL PLANNING MODEL AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR GENERAL GOVERNMENT AND THE CITY'S ENTERPRISE FUNDS Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Duffle, to read the proposed resolution by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Noe read the title of the proposed resolution. Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Mullet, to approve the proposed resolution as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED RESOLUTION #1411 e. An Ordinance Levying 1999 Pronertv Taxes AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, LEVYING THE GENERAL TAXES FOR THE CITY OF TUKWILA IN KING COUNTY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 1999, ON ALL PROPERTY, BOTH REAL AND PERSONAL, IN SAID CITY WHICH IS SUBJECT TO TAXATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING SUFFICIENT REVENUE TO CARRY ON THE SEVERAL DEPARTMENTS OF SAID CITY FOR THE ENSUING YEAR AS REQUIRED BY LAW; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Linder, to read the proposed ordinance by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance. Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Fenton, to adopt the proposed ordinance as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1861 f. An Ordinance Annrovine a Water Rate Increase AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. 1766 AND 1798, CODIFIED AT SECTION 14.04.240 OF THE TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO METERED WATER RATES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Linder, to read the proposed ordinance by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance. Moved by Councilmember Mullet; seconded by Linder, to adopt the proposed ordinance as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1862 City of Tukwila Page 7 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 g. A Resolution Amending the Hartford Deferred Compensation Plan Moved by Council President Linder; seconded by Duffie, to read the proposed resolution by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Noe read the title of the proposed resolution. Moved by Councilmember Hernandez; seconded by Carter, to approve the proposed resolution as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED RESOLUTION #1412 NEW BUSINESS: Authorize Mavor to Sian the 1999 Contract for Legal Services with the Kenyon Law Firm_ in the Amount of $995 420.00 Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Duffie, to authorize the Mayor to sign the 1999 Contract for Legal Services with the Kenyon Law Firm, in the amount of $225,420.00. Discussion ensued. Councilmember Mullet asked what the revisions or amendments are reflected in the 1999 contract. Mr. Noe stated the contract was amended to include a prosecutor at contested traffic infraction calendars. He also noted a 2% increase in the cost of the contract due to the increased level of service to the City as it relates to forfeiture cases. There have been 11 this year. *Vote The motion carried 7 -0. REPORTS: a. Mavor Mayor Rants reported a recent meeting with King County Executive Ron Sims at the Tukwila Community Center. Mr. Sims noted it was the nicest Center in the State and he enjoyed the visit. The topic of the meeting was support for RTA routing. Executive Sims will vote for RTA routing if it meets the requirements of the King County Comprehensive Plan. Steve Lancaster is reviewing the King County Comprehensive Plan to which route meets the plan. Said information is still forthcoming. b. City Council Councilmember Duffie reported an opportunity to serve Thanksgiving dinner to area senior citizens. He reported a packed house with a great dinner. He got involved because the children from his school were also asked to serve. City of Tukwila Page 8 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 Councilmember Hernandez reported a December 1 Tukwila Business Government Christmas lunch sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. There was a good turnout. All present missed Bill Arthur and wished him well. Next, Ms. Hernandez reported a December 2 Tourism Committee meeting where SeaTac Councilmember Joe Brennan and Assistant City Administrator Jay Holman attended. There was an Equity and Diversity Commission meeting on December 3 where Dustin Washington came and submitted an application for the school district vacancy on the Commission. He invited the Commission to a forum he put on, at Foster High School, sponsored by Students Against Violence Everywhere. He did an excellent job on the forum and Joan believes he would be an excellent addition to the Equity and Diversity Commission member. On December 6, she attended the Rainier Symphony. There were only 20 vacant seats for that performance. There is increasing community support for the symphony. Finally, she reported a response from King County Airport regarding a complaint she made regarding ongoing, increased noise. Said response stated the originator of the noise was a UPS Boeing 747, flying low and loud. The cargo planes account for more complaints than any other segment of operations and citizens can expect more with increased holiday activity. Council President Linder attended a November 19 Human Services Roundtable meeting at Mercer Island, wherein 16 members and staff showed. Seattle Mayor Paul Schell, King County Executive Ron Sims and City of Seattle Councilmembers Peter Steinbrook and Larry Gosset were also present. It was a two -hour meeting. The first hour was spent with the previously mentioned individuals having a conversation regarding homelessness and the fact it is a regional issue with all players needing to step up to the plate and contributing their share of money. After speaking for an hour, Paul Schell and Peter Steinbrook left the meeting. Next, she reported a December 2 Tax Advisory Group meeting. This is the best group since the Highway 99 Action Committee first got off its feet. Alaska Airlines, marketing folks and Mike Ragsdale were all present to facilitate the group. Another meeting is scheduled for December 16 to figure out how to best spend the money. Despite invitation, no one from the City of SeaTac showed at this meeting. The Highway 99 Action Committee will hold a holiday party at 7:00 p.m., on December 8, wherein they will seek canned goods for a food drive and unwrapped toys. Councilmember Mullet reported a Utilities Committee meeting scheduled for December 8. There will be a Part 150 meeting December 10 with the Airport. Councilmember Carter reported a tree lighting ceremony at the Tukwila Community Center, at 7:00 p.m. She then noted a December 10 Moving King County 2000 meeting at PSRC, in Seattle. She attended a Foster Site Council, Equity and Diversity Commission and Safe Community Forum meetings last week, in addition to serving refreshments at the Rainier Symphony. City of Tukwila Page 9 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 Finally, Ms. Carter read an editorial which appeared in the Seattle Times today regarding light rail. The editorial stated: "No faces are longer over the staff plan than those of Tukwila officials who had designated Southcenter Mall as the heart of their community. The recommendation is to not serve Southcenter. The arguments go to technical feasibility, ridership and added time on the trip to the airport. Worrying about a few extra minutes seems bogus and the ridership would build with the opportunity presented. How the bluff north of Southcenter raises both financial and technical problems needs to be better explained." In connection to the content of this editorial, Carter verified a draft EIS had been received and is available for review. Councilmember Haggerton reported a Finance and Safety Committee meeting earlier this evening. Items included library security, the contract for City legal services and a cost report on the DARE program. As it relates to the library security issue, two representatives from the police department were present, in addition to Chief Haines. There was a full meeting room while the Committee worked on a plan of action with an active approach. He noted the school district must be involved in some way. Regarding the DARE program cost report, Councilmember Haggerton noted the subtotal of the City's cost is $10,675.00; less the DARE donations of $4,500.00; for a total expense to the City in the amount of $6,175.00. This includes the hours spent by staff and materials used in connection with the program. Council agreed this is a very inexpensive and very worthwhile program. Next, he thanked the City for allowing him to attend the National League of Cities conference in Kansas City from December 1 -6. The conference was good, with two major speakers being ex- senator and basketball player Bill Bradley and United States Vice President Al Gore. Mr. Gore was strong on youth and education and promised the federal government would continue support in that trend. Councilmember Fenton reported a December 2 Lodging Tax Advisory Board meeting. He was impressed with that group and stated they seem very committed to their purpose. This was the first time he attended a meeting with this group. He also attended a Site Council meeting on December 2 wherein the major topic of discussion was the security problems at the library. One student was present who noted that out of fear, she delayed going to the library in the evenings until other, problem students leave. He attended a December 3 EDAB meeting at Station 51. This, again, was a first meeting of this group for him. Kirsti Weaver was present. She announced her last day at the Chamber of Commerce will be December 31. City of Tukwila Page 10 of 10 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes December 7, 1998 City Administrator McFarland reported the Tukwila Municipal Code is now available for all to view on Tukwila's website. Next, he reported City staff is formulating a response to the editorial mentioned earlier by Councilmember Carter. Next, he stated the draft Environmental Impact Statement, from Sound Transit, may be obtained by Council, in Ms. Lauterbach's office or on the world wide web. d. City Attorney City Attorney Noe distributed a written, confidential memorandum to Council, relaying the status of litigation related to the City of Tukwila. MISCELLANEOUS: Looking ahead, Councilmember Haggerton stated he would like to see the City sponsor a formal Veterans Day celebration at the Tukwila Community Center in 1999. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Stricken. ADJOURNMENT: (9:40 p.m.) Moved by Councilmember Duffle, seconded by Fenton; to adjourn the regular meeting. The motion carried 7 -0. c. Staff Jot W. Rants, Mayor Rcbutt, Robert H. Baker, CMC Deputy City Clerk Date Minutes Approved: 01 -04 -99