HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-03-15 Regular MinutesCALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor John W. Rants called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Deputy City Clerk Bob Baker called the roll of Council. Present were Council President Dave
Fenton and Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Steve Mullet, Pam Carter and Jim
Haggerton.
Moved by Councilmember Duffie; seconded by Council President Fenton; to excuse the
absence of Councilmember Linder. The motion carried 6 -0.
OFFICIALS:
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
March 15, 1999 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers City Hall
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
City Administrator John McFarland; City Attorney Bob Noe; Deputy City Clerk Bob Baker;
Public Works Director James Morrow; Community Development Director Steve Lancaster;
Council Analyst Lucy Lauterbach and Police Chief Keith Haines.
Oath of Office Administered to Two New Tukwila Police Officers:
Karen Sotace and Brian McEvoy
Police Chief Keith Haines introduced Ms. Sotace and Mr. McEvoy to the Council and briefly
reviewed their education and work backgrounds.
Thereafter, Mayor Rants administered the oath of office to both.
APPOINTMENT:
Appointment of Gina Smith. Position #2, Eauitv Diversity Commission
Ms. Smith was present for questions from Council. There were none.
Moved by Councilmember Carter; seconded by Councilmember Hernandez; to appoint
Gina Smith to Position #2 on the Equity Diversity Commission, to fill an unexpired term,
which expires July 31, 1999. The motion carried 6 -0.
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CITIZEN COMMENT:
No comments were received.
CONSENT AGENDA:
a. Approval of Minutes March 1, 1999 Regular Meeting
b. Approval of Vouchers 210420 210707, in the amount of $611,762.71
Moved by Councilmember Duffie; seconded by Councilmember Hernandez; to approve the
consent agenda items as presented. The motion carried 6 -0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Applications for Business Licenses and Development Permits for Food
and Drink Establishments Conducting Gambling Activities
(7:08 p.m.) Mayor Rants opened the public hearing.
Director of Community Development Steve Lancaster noted Ordinance 1867, adopted on
February 1, 1999, is scheduled to expire on August 1, 1999, unless Council takes action which
dictates otherwise. This hearing is held pursuant to State law. No specific action is required.
The purpose of the hearing is to receive input from the public.
CITIZEN COMMENT:
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Blake Dowen, Steven Jones, Gail Roche, Jack Chenier, Jerry Frye, Michelle Butterfield,
Pat Walker, Greg Bakamis, Steven Dowen, Tanda Moore, Michael Gilbert and Bruce
Meyer spoke in opposition to continuing the moratorium, or reducing its current deadline time.
Each spoke out of concern for their livelihoods and economic vitality in and for the community.
Those who addressed the issue of zoning concurred the City should have the right to zone,
regulate and provide for infrastructure.
Many of those speaking were employees of the Riverside Casino and very thankful for the
opportunities provided to them by the casino, including promotional opportunities; above
minimum wage positions; life changing differences and benefits. Several stated their personal
and professional lives have greatly improved since going to work at the Riverside Casino.
Reverend James King, Jr., Tess Reed, Reverend Howard Berry, Randy Boyd and Anna
Bernhart spoke in support of continuing the moratorium. Some stated negative impacts will be
felt by those who do not frequent the casinos. Others noted gambling addictions are real and can
potentially destroy the lives of the gambler and their families. Moreover, others noted other
illegal activities may occur such as prostitution, theft and increased drug use. Finally, most
noted nothing good comes from gambling and it is not in the best interests of the citizens of
Tukwila.
(7:51 p.m.) Mayor Rants closed the public hearing.
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Moved by Councilmember Duffie; seconded by Councilmember Mullet; to take a brief
recess while Chambers clears. Motion carried 6 -0.
b. Local Law Enforcement Block Grant (LLEBG)
(7:55 p.m.) Mayor Rants opened the public hearing.
Police Chief Keith Haines noted domestic violence continues to be a challenge in Tukwila. The
Domestic Violence Task Force has struggled with this issue and determined an Advocate would
be an essential position. $40,000 of the LLEBG funds are proposed for use for salary for the
Advocate position and the remaining monies would be utilized for capital equipment.
CITIZEN COMMENT:
No comments were received.
Several Councilmembers spoke in favor of having an Advocate on staff and noted time and
money, or the lack thereof, have stood in the way. With this grant, the position may now be
funded.
Chief Haines noted this person will work in the City Attorney's Office assisting the victims of
domestic violence through the court process by explaining the criminal justice system. This
helps the victims feel supported and can potentially help in the following through to conviction
of the offender(s).
Mayor Rants noted a concern that this is a position Council is authorizing the hiring of, and
would feel more comfortable if the item were handled by a motion in concurrence to the Chief's
recommendation.
Moved by Councilmember Carter; seconded by Councilmember Duffie; to authorize
expenditure of grant funds to hire an Domestic Violence Advocate and purchase capital
equipment (shelving, fax machines, etc.). The motion carried 6 -0.
(8:05 p.m.) Mayor Rants closed the public hearing.
OLD BUSINESS:
COMMUTE TRIP REDUCTION:
a. An Ordinance Establishing a Commute Trip Reduction Plan and Repealing
Ordinance No's. 1660, 1796 §3 (part), 1838 §7.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, AMENDING TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE, SECTION
9.44, COMMUTE TRIP REDUCTION PLAN AND PROGRAM
REQUIREMENTS TO REFLECT CHANGES IN STATE POLICY AND
CLARIFY STATE REQUIREMENTS OF STATE PROGRAM; REPEALIGN
ORDINANCE NO'S. 1660, 1796 §3(PART), AND 1838 §7, AS CODIFIED AT
TMC 9.44; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
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Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Councilmember Duffie; to have the
proposed ordinance read by title only. The motion carried 6 -0.
City Attorney Bob Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Moved by Councilmember Duffie; seconded by Councilmember Hernandez; to adopt the
ordinance as presented. The motion carried 6 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE 1868
b. Authorize the Mayor to Sign the 1998 -1999 Commute Trip Reduction Act
Implementation Agreement with King County
Moved by Councilmember Hernandez; seconded by Councilmember Carter; to authorize
the Mayor to sign the 1998 -1999 Commute Trip Reduction Act Implementation Agreement
with King County. The motion carried 6 -0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Moved by Councilmember Hernandez; seconded by Councilmember Duffie to authorize
the Mayor to sign a contract with Perteet Engineering in the amount of $459,414.00 for the
final design (PS &E) of Tukwila International Boulevard from South 138 Street to South
152 Street.
Discussion:
a. Authorize Mayor to Sign a Contract with Perteet Engineering in the Amount of
$459,414.00 for the Final Design (PS E) of Tukwila International Boulevard
from So. 138 Street to So. 152 Street.
Councilmembers Haggerton and Carter both noted this is the final design for which the City has
waited. Citizens will be quite pleased when the project is complete.
At this point there is no timeframe as to when the "bulldozers will hit the ground," however;
Public Works Director Morrow noted his department will do what is possible to begin the project
as early as September, 1999. *The motion carried 6 -0.
b. Authorize Mayor to Sign the Seattle City Light Energy Smart Design Program
Installation Funding Participation Agreement which Reimburses the City
$20,947.00 for the Replacement of Red Signal Lenses in the Seattle City Light
Service Area
Moved by Councilmember Hernandez; seconded by Councilmember Duffie; to authorize
the Mayor to sign the Seattle City Light Energy Smart Design Program Installation
Funding Participation Agreement which reimburses the City $20,947.00 for the
replacement of red signal lenses in the Seattle City Light service area. The motion carried
6 -0.
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REPORTS:
a. Mayor
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Mayor Rants noted Chinook salmon, as well as at least five other species of salmon will be listed
on the Endangered Species List, on Tuesday, March 16, 1999. It will not mean the City does
business differently in the next few weeks because the listing of the salmon is just the first step.
The National Marine Fisheries (NMF) determines the type of response necessary from local
cities (the 4 -D Rule). The "vanilla" 4 -D Rule is the most strict; or, the Expanded 4 -D Rule
allows some "give and take" on the "takings." If a City impacts a salmon stream with building
or development, it's "taking." If water is impacted by removing it from the rivers, thus creating
less water for salmon, it is a "taking." These items are not allowed whatsoever under the vanilla
4 -D Rule. It may be that the City will have to send its development permits to NMF for
approval.
The 4 -D Rule implementation was scheduled for mid April; but has been moved back due to the
fact no decision has been made on which rule will be put into effect by the NMF. Mayor Rants
stated the City will be impacted no matter what the decision of the NMF.
In the end, most individuals present agreed the City will have to amend the shoreline master
plan, the sensitive areas ordinance, storm drain ordinance, surface water ordinance and
comprehensive plans to be compliant with NMF requirements.
b. Council
Councilmember Duffie had no report.
Councilmember Hernandez thanked the Council for the opportunity of attending the recent
National League of Cities (NLC) conference. She had handouts to share with anyone who
wished to receive them. One particular item featured National Community Development Week,
USA, March 29 through April 4. She would like this referred to the Community Affairs and
Parks Committee for consideration (before March 29) by the City of Tukwila. If the resolution
or proclamation is done, it could be forwarded to our legislators informing them how we use our
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
Ms. Hernandez attended the Diversity breakfast while at the NLC Conference and was presented
with a lapel pin commemorating the 75 Anniversary of the NLC. The speaker at that breakfast
was NLC President Clarence Anthony.
Council President Fenton echoed Ms. Hernandez' comments about the trip and the quality of the
conference. One of the courses he heard was entitled Resolving Controversial Issues.
Councilmember Mullet had no report.
Councilmember Carter attended a Tukwila School Board Council meeting on March 9. She will
attend a SCATBd meeting March 16. One topic on the agenda will include whether to make
members that are not municipalities or the County into voting members. She is opposed to
giving the agency voting rights.
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Next, Ms. Carter reported there was a Transportation Committee meeting this evening. Meeting
minutes will follow.
Councilmember Haggerton also thanked the Council for the opportunity to attend the NLC
conference. He had the opportunity to attend his first Information and Technology
Communications Policy Committee to which he was appointed. Committee members had not
yet been clearly identified as not all states had not submitted the names of members. The
Committee began work for the upcoming year.
Next, Mr. Haggerton noted he was pleasantly surprised with his visit to Patty Murray's office as
she has hired a former employee of Adam Smith's office, Dale Learning. Dale was able to assist
Ms. Murray with some of the technical questions asked by Tukwila's visiting Councilmembers.
Councilmember Haggerton attended a 1/4-day ACC meeting March 13 and will attend another on
March 17.
c. Staff
City Administrator McFarland had no report.
d. City Attorney
Mr. Noe had no report.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Council President Fenton relayed he met with Finance Director Alan Doerschel today to discuss
the Tourism Marketing position with the Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce.
Things are moving forward rapidly and an advertisement will be placed in next week's
newspaper.
Councilmember Haggerton made a miscellaneous report of a personal nature. He expressed
sincere appreciation for all those who placed his granddaughter on their prayer lists recently. His
granddaughter has successfully completed a 26 -month leukemia treatment series and will have
antibiotic therapy for a period of one year.
(8:32 p.m.) Moved by Council President Fenton; seconded by Councilmember Carter; to
recess for :05 minutes and then convene executive session. The motion carried 6 -0.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
a. Labor Issue (approx. :30 minutes)
b. Pending Litigation (approx. :30 minutes)
(8:40 p.m.) Executive session convened.
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ADJOURNMENT:
(9:38 p.m.) There is no action to report from executive session.
Moved by Councilmember Duffle; seconded by Council President Fenton; to adjourn the
meeting. The motion carried 6 -0.
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Joh l i IW. Rants, Mayor
Robert H. Baker, CMC,
Deputy City Clerk
Date Minutes Approved: iT 1 /99
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