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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-04-19 Regular MinutesTUKWILA CITY COUNCIL April 19,1999 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers City Hall REGULAR MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor John W. Rants called the regular meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: City Clerk Jane Cantu called the roll of Council. Present were Council President Dave Fenton and Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Steve Mullet, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton and Pamela Linder. OFFICIALS: Deputy City Administrator Rhonda Berry; City Attorney Bob Noe; City Clerk Jane Cantu; Deputy City Clerk Bob Baker; Public Works Director James Morrow; Community Development Director Steve Lancaster; Council Analyst Lucy Lauterbach and Police Chief Keith Haines. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Oath of Office Administered to Stanley Cruz, New Tukwila Police Officer Chief of Police Keith Haines introduced Stanley Cruz to the Council and audience. The Spanish speaking officer holds an AA degree in Criminal Justice, served in the US Army for 3 years; and has been in the National Guard for the past 9 years. APPOINTMENTS: PLANNING COMMISSION: a. Bill Arthur Position #3 Moved by Councilmember Duffie; seconded by Councilmember Hernandez; to reappoint Mr. Arthur to Position #3, Planning Commission, with a term set to expire on March 31, 2003. The motion carried 7 -0. b. David Livermore Position #4 Moved by Councilmember Hernandez; seconded by Councilmember Haggerton; to reappoint Mr. Livermore to Position #4, Planning Commission, with a term set to expire on March 31, 2003. The motion carried 7 -0. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes c. Henry Marvin Position #6 PARKS COMMISSION: Joanne McManus Position #3 CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE: CONSENT AGENDA: Page 2 of 8 April 19, 1999 Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Council President Fenton; to reappoint Mr. Marvin to Position #6, Planning Commission, with a term set to expire on March 31, 2003. The motion carried 7 -0. Moved by Councilmember Hernandez; seconded by Councilmember Duffie; to appoint Ms. McManus to Position #3, Parks Commission, with a term set to expire on March 31, 2002. The motion carried 7 -0. Dan Aragon. 4620 So. 144 Tukwila. Vice President of the Duwamish Improvement Club, distributed photographs to Council showing graffiti on a local furniture store. The manager of the store does not wish to keep painting over graffiti; therefore, Far West is willing to donate the paint. He asked Council for whatever assistance they could provide. Mr. Aragon then distributed another set of photographs depicting a building for sale on 44 Place which was formerly used as Union Tank. He is concerned the ground there is contaminated. Aragon asked Council to consider giving this area residential zoning versus business /commercial zoning. Mayor Rants informed Aragon that Bob Abbott is working on the graffiti issue. Additionally, Rants stated, a goal of the City is to have graffiti covered within 24 hours of being reported. He informed citizens to report it to the Public Works Director when it occurs. Council President Fenton reported receipt of a letter from Regina Gretta, which will be presented to Assistant City Administrator Rhonda Berry for action. Dixie Archer. 13013 56 Ave. So.. Tukwila, President, Duwamish Improvement Club, presented several photographs in support of three areas of concern wherein assistance from the Council would be appreciated. The items mentioned were 1) an abandoned trailer by the Duwamish Park; 2) abandoned places between 124 and 125 Streets previously reported to Code Enforcement with no action yet taken; and 3) garbage belonging to BNSF previously reported to the railroad with no action yet taken. a. Approval of Minutes 4/5/99 Regular Meeting b. Approval of Vouchers #21 1096 211380, in the amount of $822,526.98 Moved by Councilmember Hernandez; seconded by Council President Fenton; to approve the consent agenda items as presented. The motion carried 7 -0. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes PUBLIC HEARING: Potential Road Restriction (So. 124 St.) Continued from 4/12/99 Mayor Rants reminded all of the three- minute time limit for remarks and acknowledged those written comments submitted before this hearing and opened the public hearing at 7:43 p.m. Public Works Director James Morrow made brief comments and reminded those present that this is a continuation of the public meeting which was first considered at the April 12, 1999, Committee of Whole meeting. Additionally, Mr. Morrow outlined possible alternatives for trucking routes in the event So. 124 is restricted to big truck traffic. One alternative included the possible opening of the northern end of the BNSF yard which require work be performed by the City including paving costs and the installation of a signal. City Attorney Bob Noe administered an oath to those who would testify. The following persons spoke in favor of restricting truck traffic from 124 Roger Baker, 11662 42 Ave. So. Sharon Ronning 11705 40 Ave So. Frederick Walker, 4208 So. 124 St. Georgina Kerr, 3834 So. 116 St. John Fertakis, 11822 42" Ave. So. Joel Anderson, 4304 So. 124 Ro Decker, 12253 45 Ave. So. Donald Leckband, 4402 So. 124 Dixie Archer 13013 56 Ave. So. Keith Harris, 12258 48 Ave. So. Dan Aragon, 4620 So. 124 St. Richard Ruggles, 12404 50 Pl. So. Lawrence Marshall, 4919 So. 124 Page 3 of 8 April 19, 1999 Some of the comments made by the above individuals included: BNSF is not a caring company; other alternatives into the yard must be sought out; the noise and stress of the shaking of the homes is too much (especially in light of the fact it happens at all hours of the day and night); damage is occurring to property with no attempt at repair by truck drivers; concern for safety of children should be first; the street is being torn up "ruts after only one year of resurfacing; and, street crossing is dangerous. One letter was read into the record for Ms. Gail Jacobsen, 12245 40 Ave So. She, too, is in favor of restricting truck traffic from 124 Street. The following persons spoke against restricting truck traffic from So. 124 Street: Tom Ison, 12400 51 Pl. So. Bill O'Connell, 12065 44 Pl. So. Pat Molara, 6440 So. 143 St. Some of the comments made by the above individuals included: BNSF wants to be a good neighbor; BNSF works hard to resolve issues which arise; the 124 St. access must be used right now as it is the safest route available; business in the area would be greatly impacted if the street was closed to truck traffic; it is unfortunate that urban sprawl has been allowed in a commercially zoned area; and let's work together to come up with a solution that work for everyone. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 8 April 19, 1999 8:29 p.m. Mayor Rants closed the public hearing and thanked those who testified. Council deliberations ensued. Councilmember Carter, noting new information coming forth (agreement with King County Executive Spellman other access to Baker Commodities) is new to her and she would like more information in order to make an informed decision. She is also unaware if the City is even aware of it. Mayor Rants noted King County may have to access archives after coming as close as possible to the date /year the agreements were made. Councilmember Haggerton noted Council must be fair by considering all information available on this subject. No decision should be made due to the fact so much information has been submitted in writing without time for review. Councilmember Linder was pleased with the turnout for this meeting. She noted there are three potential options and with each one, there are strong opinions. She is in agreement with an earlier statement by Pat Molara that the City needs a roundtable of the Duwamish Improvement Club, a couple of businesses, Councilmembers, etc. which could carefully weigh the situation. Finally, she noted that although we, as a community benefit from the BNSF, the affected citizens have paid a disproportionate burden for all our benefit for far too long. Council President Fenton stated his pleasure with the number of citizens that spoke. He is concerned with BNSF and Union Tank Works issues not being addressed as was evidenced in photographs presented at this meeting. Further, he stated the solution needs to be made and will be made before the year is out. 8:40 p.m. Moved by Councilmember Duffie; seconded by Councilmember Mullet; to take a: 10- minute recess. The motion carried 7 -0. 8:52 p.m. Mayor Rants reconvened the regular meeting. OLD BUSINESS: a. Consideration of Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments Director of Community Development Steve Lancaster addressed the three issues before the Council for consideration. Included are L98 -0098 (Ben -Carol Motel), L98 -0103 (Comprehensive Plan Amendment Process) and L98 -0104 (Shoreline Management Program). Each item was discussed separately. File L98 -0098 Ben -Carol Motel Mr. Lancaster noted City staff recommends denying the request to change an NCC Comprehensive Plan and Zoning designation to RC permitting hotel redevelopment at 14110 Tukwila International Boulevard. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes After clarification of use, possible improvements and understanding by Council, it was moved by Council President Fenton; seconded by Councilmember Carter; to deny the request of the Ben -Carol Motel to rezone from NCC to RC, based on information contained in the staff report contained in Council notebooks as well as material presented in an April 13, 1999 memo. The City Council adopts as its findings and conclusions those items set forth in the staff report. The motion carried 7 -0. File L98 -0103 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Process File L98 -0104 Shoreline Management Program Page 5 of 8 April 19, 1999 Staff recommends referring this item to the Planning Commission. The application requests revisions to the existing Comprehensive Plan policies on processing Comprehensive Plan amendments making them consistent with TMC 18.80. Moved by Councilmember Carter; seconded by Councilmember Duffie; to refer this item to the Planning Commission, based on the information contained in the staff report in Council notebooks as well as material presented in an April 13, 1999 memo. The motion carried 7 -0. Staff recommends referring this item to the Planning Commission. The application seeks a Comprehensive Plan amendment to accommodate potential policy changes, which may be needed as a result of preparing a new Shoreline Management Program to replace that from 1974. Moved by Councilmember Carter; seconded by Councilmember Linder; to refer this item to the Planning Commission, based on the information contained in the staff report in Council notebooks as well as material presented in an April 13, 1999 memo. The motion carried 7 -0. b. Authorize Mayor to Sign the Crestview Park Lease and Use Agreement with Highline School District No. 401 Moved by Councilmember Mullet; seconded by Councilmember Linder; to authorize the Mayor to sign the Crestview Park Lease and Use Agreement with Highline School District No. 401. Discussion ensued with Council receiving clarification and understanding from City Attorney Noe and Parks Director Williams as to the components of and the agreement itself. The motion carried 7 -0. c. Authorize Mayor to Sign a Professional Services Contract with Ragsdale, Koch, Altoona (RKA) in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 for Services Related to Economic Development Moved by Councilmember Linder; seconded by Council President Fenton; to authorize the Mayor to sign a professional services contract with RKA in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 for services related to economic development. The motion carried 7 -0. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes NEW BUSINESS: An Ordinance Amending the 1999 Budget AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE 1999 BUDGET ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 1860, PROVIDING FOR UNANTICIPATED REVENUES AND BEGINNING FUND BALANCE AND PROVIDING FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES EXPENDITURES IN THE GENERAL FUND (000) TO SUPPORT A PREFERRED LIGHT RAIL ALTERNATIVE; PROVIDIG FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Council President Fenton; to have the proposed ordinance read by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. The title of the proposed ordinance was read by City Attorney Bob Noe. Page 6 of 8 April 19, 1999 Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Council President Fenton; to approve the proposed ordinance as presented. Discussion ensued. Council stated their appreciation to Finance Director Alan Doerschel for his work on this ordinance and noted this issue is important to the City if they are to succeed in their goals as they relate to mass transit. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE NO. 1870 REPORTS: a. Mayor Mayor Rants has received a letter from the King County Council regarding four Growth Management Planning Council issues and amendments. These items have already been passed and now need ratification. The motions recommend: 1. An amendment that would coordinate the evaluation and reporting of data and information on implementation on the County Planning policies with the requirements of buildable lands; 2. An amendment of the CPP's to reflect the joint planning areas which have already been resolved and recognize existing interlocal agreement for the City of Snoqualmie's Joint Planning Area; 3. Removing Redmond, Overlake, Kirkland /Totem Lake areas from the list of urban centers and add them to the list of manufacturing industrial centers; 4. Increasing the distance for property -owner notice of resource land designations Mayor Rants suggested Council receive a briefing at an upcoming COW meeting as adoption of this legislation should take place on/before 5:00 p.m. on May 31, 1999. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes b. City Council: Page 7 of 8 April 19, 1999 Next, Mayor Rants reported receipt of a letter from King County Executive Ron Sims outlining his support for the City of Tukwila and all he would like to do for Tukwila. Additionally, the letter noted Sims' distress at the City's cancellation of its memorandum of agreement with Sound Transit. Councilmember Duffle noted a noise monitor has been placed at Tukwila Elementary School. Additionally, he is in favor of having a joint meeting with the school board on May 20. Councilmember Hernandez noted her attendance at a Suburban Cities dinner April 14. She will attend a transportation workshop on April 29 at Renton City Hall. Councilmember Carter will also attend. Next, she noted the City of Tukwila was recognized at the April 18 Rainier Symphony for its contribution. Ms. Hernandez is in favor of a joint meeting with the school board on May 20. Council President Fenton is in favor of a joint meeting with the school board on May 20. He also noted a 6:30 p.m. session group and individual Council photo shots for use at Tukwila Days. Next, he noted an April 20 meeting wherein interviews will be held for the position of Tourism and Marketing Director. Mr. Fenton reported recognition of Volunteer Week at Foster High School is set for April 23, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. All were invited to attend. Councilmember Mullet reported the next Community Affairs and Park meeting was canceled. One ongoing, unresolved issue exists the shooting range issue previously raised by citizen Jesse Woods. Councilmember Carter met with Roberta Nelson on April 13. Additionally, she met with Vince Hayes on April 16 to discuss the Community Truancy Board. She stated Mr. Hayes is still seeking volunteers from the community. Ms. Carter will attend a SCATBd meeting on April 20 and a Suburban Cities Board meeting on April 21. Councilmember Haggerton is in favor of a May 20 joint school board meeting. He will attend the April 23 Volunteer Week observance at Foster High School. Councilmember Linder attended the April 13 Highway 99 Action Committee meeting where Ron Lamb was selected as the April Award winner for Sound Decisions. She noted the next Highway Cleanup is set for May 1 at 9:00 a.m. She is in favor of a May 18 joint school board meeting. Next, Ms. Linder noted May 20 would mark the last meeting of the Duwamish Improvement Club until September. Finally, she noted an April 20 Union Gospel Mission Advisory Board meeting. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes c. Staff Mr. Lancaster noted Council may seen notice boards regarding a public meeting tentatively set for May 5 regarding the final plat application for Fosterview. This will be a quasi-judicial decision by the City Council with all rules applying. Therefore, Council should not attend the meeting. Further, should Council have questions, they may contact the City Attorney or him. d. City Attorney Mr. Noe reported a preliminary hearing is scheduled for April 22, 1999, on the Sound Transit challenge to the City's Comprehensive Plan amendments. Additionally, he will be reporting to Council on the Moonrise issue. Page 8 of 8 April 19, 1999 EXECUTIVE SESSION: Potential Litigation (approximately :30 minutes) (9:53 p.m.) Executive session began. (10:28 p.m.) Executive session ended. No action was taken. ADJOURNMENT: (10:28 p.m.) Moved by Councilmember Hernandez; seconded by Councilmember Mullet to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried 7 -0. (ifrit Rants, Mayor Rehm./ Al Baica, Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk Dated Minutes Approved: 5/ /99