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Home My WebLink About2014-01-06 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council City Hall Council Chambers MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL Regular Meeting January 6, 2014 — 7:00 P.M. Mayor Haggerton called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 6:59 p.m. and Joyce Trantina from the Mayor's Office sang the National Anthem. Mayor Haggerton then led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Dennis Robertson, Allan Ekberg, Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn and Kate Kruller. CITY OFFICIALS Jim Haggerton, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney; Mike Villa, Police Chief; Chris Flores, Acting Fire Chief; Vicky Carlsen, Deputy Finance Director; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Mary Miotke, IT Director; Stephanie Brown, Human Resources Director; Kim Gilman, Human Resources Analyst; Kimberly Matej, Government Relations Manager; Joyce Trantina, Project Analyst; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS a. Presentation of a plaque to Carol Zuvela by the Civil Service Commission. Mayor Haggerton presented Carol Zuvela a plaque for her 14 years of service on the Civil Service Commission. During Ms. Zuvela's tenure she worked with fellow commissioners to review Fire and Police testing procedures, certify eligibility lists, and make rulings based on appeal hearings. She was known for providing a measured approach to important issues that included compassionate and thoughtful responses. Mayor Haggerton also recognized Civil Service Commissioners Ronald Johnston and Dennis Sivak who were in attendance in the audience. The Mayor and Councilmembers thanked and commended Ms. Zuvela for her contributions to the City through her work on the Civil Service Commission. b. Oath of Office administered by Mayor Haggerton for Council positions with terms ending December 31, 2017: • Verna Seal, Position #1 • Allan Ekberg, Position #3 • Joe Henry Duffie, Position #5 • De'Sean Quinn, Position #7 Mayor Haggerton administered the Oath of Office to Councilmember Verna Seal in Position 1, Councilmember Allan Ekberg in Position 3, Councilmember Joe Henry Duffie in Position 5, and Councilmember De'Sean Quinn in Position 7. The newly elected Councilmembers signed their Oaths of Office. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 6, 2014 Page 2 of 6 APPOINTMENTS a. Confirm the reappointment of Marie Parrish to Position #3 on the Library Advisory Board, with a term expiring 12/31/15. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MARIE PARRISH TO POSITION #3 ON THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD, WITH A TERM EXPIRING 12/31/15.* Ms. Parrish indicated she is happy to continue her service and is excited about the new library coming to the Tukwila Village site. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. b. Confirm the reappointment of Linda McLeod to Position #5 on the Library Advisory Board, with a term expiring 12/31/15. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF LINDA MCLEOD TO POSITION #5 ON THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD, WITH A TERM EXPIRING 12/31/15. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. c. Confirm the appointment of Michael Bush to Position #7 on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF MICHAEL BUSH TO POSITION #7 ON THE LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE.* Mr. Bush said he is the Director of Marketing and Public Relations for the Museum of Flight and a long- time King County resident. He is honored to serve on the Committee. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. d. Confirm the appointment of Carol Kolson to Position #9 on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF CAROL KOLSON TO POSITION #9 ON THE LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE. * Mayor Haggerton explained that Ms. Kolson is the Executive Director of the Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. CITIZEN COMMENTS Hyojin Whitford, 12217 46th Avenue South, completed a speaker sign -in sheet, and had left the Council Chambers prior to citizen comments. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the comments on Ms. Whitford's speaker sheet, which requested a lot size reduction from 6,500 square feet to 6,000 square feet. Mayor Haggerton indicated he had received a similar email on this subject. Councilmember Kruller expressed the importance of the citizen being contacted about next steps. Councilmember Robertson said this issue would fall under Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan changes, which involve a lengthy process. David Cline, City Administrator, indicated the citizen would be contacted about this issue. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 6, 2014 Page 3 of 6 Dennis Sivak, 4218 South 150th Street, expressed concern regarding parking at the Tukwila Light Rail station. He noticed they are proposing a permit -only parking system, and he recalls they had committed to building additional parking if it became necessary at the Tukwila station. He would like to see a parking area for senior citizens made available at the station. He asked the Council to hold Sound Transit accountable for commitments made for that station. The Councilmembers discussed this issue, emphasizing the need for citizens to continue to make their concerns known and the importance of the City being vigilant in addressing issues with Sound Transit. The Councilmembers indicated that senior parking was a viable option that should be considered by the Community Affairs and Parks Committee. They thanked Mr. Sivak for coming forward and indicated he would be contacted when the item is scheduled on an agenda. Marie Parrish, 4430 South 150th Street, agreed that parking is a problem at the Light Rail station, with no parking available after 9:00 a.m. In her discussions with Sound Transit staff at the Light Rail station, the viewpoint is that once the parking garage is built at 200th Street, it will alleviate issues at the Tukwila station. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 12/2/13 (Regular Mtg.); 12/9/13 (Special Mtg.) b. Approval of Vouchers: December 16, 2013 #365012- 365145; #131201 - 131202 in the amount of $1,072,798.99 December 23, 2013 #365146- 365193; #131100 & 131203 in the amount of $702,137.10 January 6, 2014 #365194- 365308; #131204 - 131208 in the amount of $1,235,184.63 MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. NEW BUSINESS a. Election of 2014 Council President. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY EKBERG TO NOMINATE DE'SEAN QUINN AS COUNCIL PRESIDENT FOR 2014.* MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY SEAL TO CLOSE THE NOMINATIONS. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ELECT DE'SEAN QUINN AS THE 2014 COUNCIL PRESIDENT. Councilmember Quinn took his place on the dais as the Council President and thanked the Council for their support. He looks forward to the continued good work in 2014. b. A resolution establishing the meeting schedule for City Council Committees. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY SEAL THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING THE MEETING SCHEDULE FOR CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 1787. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1811. Council President Quinn announced the Councilmembers assigned to each committee. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 6, 2014 Page 4 of 6 Community Affairs and Parks Committee —2nd and 4th Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. (City Hall Conference Rm. 3) Joe Duffie, Chair Dennis Robertson Verna Seal Finance and Safety Committee —1St and 3rd Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. (City Hall Conference Rm. 3) Verna Seal, Chair Joe Duffie Kathy Hougardy Transportation Committee —2nd and 4th Monday at 5:15 p.m. (6300 Building Suite 100) Allan Ekberg, Chair Dennis Robertson Kate Kruller Utilities Committee — 1st and 3rd Monday at 5:15 p.m. (6300 Building Suite 100) Kate Kruller, Chair Allan Ekberg Kathy Hougardy REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Haggerton expressed appreciation to the City's front counter staff, as they endure a very busy time during the holiday season. The Mayor reported that he has been the primary representative for the Sound Cities Association (SCA) Public Issues Committee (PIC), and Councilmember Kruller has been the alternate. Mayor Haggerton has been elected to the Board of Directors and suggested that Ms. Kruller now be the primary representative to the PIC. The next meeting is this coming Wednesday. At some point, the Council will need to select an alternate as well. Ms. Kruller agreed with the suggestion to be the primary representative, and Council consensus existed for Councilmember Kruller to be the primary PIC representative. b. City Council Councilmember Duffie indicated this will be his last term on the City Council. Councilmember Hougardy thanked City Administration for providing the Cultural Competency Training. She found it to be valuable and effective. Councilmember Kruller also expressed appreciation for the Cultural Competency Training. Ms. Kruller reported that involvement in the TIBAC (Tukwila International Boulevard Action Committee) clean -up events has increased by way of school principals, superintendents, members of the swimming community, etc. It is a positive indicator of citizens getting involved in the community. Additionally, she has been contacted about continuing her role on the King Conservation District Advisory Committee, which she would like to do. She was also notified that she has been accepted to be on the NLC (National League of Cities) Transportation Infrastructure and Services Steering Committee. She is duly honored as there were many Councilmembers from the region who were also seeking this position. Mayor Haggerton congratulated Councilmember Kruller on this appointment, noting that those positions are not easy to get. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 6, 2014 Page 5 of 6 c. Staff David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator Report in the packet and offered to answer any questions. d. City Attorney There was no report. e. Intergovernmental There was no report. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Robertson said he was contacted by WRIA9 (Water Resource Inventory Area #9) regarding participation on the management committee that meets 4 times a year. Council consensus existed for Councilmember Robertson to be the WRIA9 representative and participate on the management committee. Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst, indicated that the Council representation list for local, regional, state and national committees will be on the agenda of the next Council meeting on January 13. Mayor Haggerton emphasized the importance of attending the NLC Committee meetings at the conferences. Councilmember Seal said she has been on the NLC Youth, Education and Families Council for approximately 8 years. When the Council made the decision to reduce travel expenses, she stopped attending the Committee meetings, and she hopes to resume attending those meetings, noting the benefit of networking with others from across the country. ANNOUNCEMENT Mayor Haggerton announced that the Council will now go into Executive Session to discuss: Potential Property Acquisition — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) It will last no more than 60 Minutes, and no decisions will be made during the Executive Session. When the Council comes out of the Executive Session, no other business will be discussed, and the Regular Meeting will be adjourned. 7:47 p.m. The Mayor declared a recess to allow the audience to leave the Council Chambers. EXECUTIVE SESSION Potential Property Acquisition — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) — 60 minutes Start: 7:55 p.m. Attendees: Jim Haggerton, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney; Vicky Carlsen, Deputy Finance Director; Mike Villa, Police Chief; Kimberly Matej, Government Relations Manager; Tukwila City Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Dennis Robertson, Allan Ekberg, Kathy Hougardy, Verna Seal, De'Sean Quinn, Kate Kruller. End: 8:30 p.m. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 6, 2014 Page 6 of 6 ADJOURNMENT 8:30 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'FIahLfy, City Clerk APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND SIGNED BY THE MAYOR 1/21/14 AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE 1/22/14