HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-12-06 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 audience in 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, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton and Pamela
Linder.
Moved by Councilmember Haggerton; seconded by Councilmember Duffie; to excuse the
absence of Councilmember Steve Mullet. The motion carried 6 -0.
OFFICIALS:
City Administrator John McFarland; Assistant City Administrator Rhonda Berry; City Attorney
Mike Kenyon; City Clerk Jane Cantu, Council Analyst Lucy Lauterbach; Deputy City Clerk Bob
Baker; Public Works Director Jim Morrow; Judge Peter Lukevich; Court Administrator Darlene
Heskett; Finance Director Alan Doerschel; Department of Community Development Director
Steve Lancaster; Association Planner Deb Ritter; Police Chief Keith Haines; Volunteer
Coordinator Roberta Nelson and Crime Prevention Officer Bob Abbott.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
December 6, 1999 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers City Hall
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
a. Oath of office administered to William (Bill) Devlin, Lateral Hire, Tukwila
Police Department
Police Chief Haines introduced Mr. Devlin as an experienced officer (three years) with the Maui,
Hawaii, Police Department who holds his BS degree is Political Science. The oath of office was
administered by Mayor Rants.
b. Plaque presented to Bob Comiskey from the Community Oriented Policing
Citizens Advisory Board in appreciation for his community oriented policing
work in the City.
Chief Haines informed the Council Mr. Comiskey has served on the COP Advisory Board for 5
years and is now leaving. In that time, Mr. Comiskey has truly made a difference in shaping
Tukwila as it relates to several areas, including police response time on Tukwila International
Boulevard; leadership in the Safe Streets project and raising money to support the DARE
program. Mr. Richard Simpson presented a plaque to Mr. Comiskey on behalf of the Board, in
appreciation for his efforts.
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Mr. Comiskey expressed personal gratitude to various individuals, including Mayor Rants for
responding to his prior requests for help.
c. Presentation of United Way contribution plaque for departmental excellence.
Volunteer Coordinator Roberta Nelson expressed her pride in serving as the Citywide United
Way representative. She reported the employees contributed over $19,000.00 and surpassed the
employee participation level.
To that end, Council President Fenton, presented (one plaque) three awards. The Council's
award goes to the Finance Department; the Mayor's award also goes to the Finance Department;
and the Administration award goes to the Public Works Shops.
Finally, City Administrator McFarland presented an Excellence in Action award to Ms. Nelson
for the time, effort put into the project, and the outstanding results achieved as a result thereof.
d. Planning Commission Activities Report
Planning Commission Chair Bill Arthur and Vice Chair Kathy Stetson distributed a handout of
the Commission's achievements in 1999 as well as their goals for 2000.
In 1999, the Commission reviewed the comprehensive plan amendment proposals, conducted 24
public hearings on landuse applications (with none being appealed); reviewed the sign code,
urban renewal plan, and attended land use law training.
In 2000, the Commission intends to develop recommendations to the Council on new Design
Review Guidelines, review the Shoreline Master Plan and increase the participation in training
opportunities.
In closing, Mr. Arthur expressed his gratitude for City staff; especially Michael Jenkins for
tireless efforts and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
Mayor Rants asked Mr. Arthur to relay sincere thanks to those on the Commission.
e. State of the Judiciary and Recognition of Municipal Court Volunteers
Municipal Court Judge Peter Lukevich began by inviting the Neighborhood Resource Center
volunteers to the podium. He introduced Roy Steinauer, Roger Simpson, Mike Fowler; Janet
Tullen; Becka Harlan, Alice Jones and Bob Abbott. Along with Mayor Rants, Judge Lukevich
presented the Superior Performance Awards to the volunteers for outstanding assistance in 1999.
The Judge then informed Council that under the direction of Court Administrator Darlene
Heskett, he was extremely fortunate to have an outstanding staff to assist in the daily operations
of the Court. He acknowledged the heavy workload each of them carry.
Judge Lukevich reported the number of court hearings increased from 17,053 in 1998 to 19,818
in 1999; an average of 101 hearings per court day. Revenues (including the "City Share also
increased. The amount received in 1998 was $591,332 ($370,377 City Share) to $725,107
($460,169 City Share).
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During the first year of video proceedings, 43,048 charges were processed.
estimated savings in jail costs in the amount of $198,489.00.
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This resulted in an
The Probation Department was launched on July 20, 1999, with one, 20 -hour per week
employee, Mr. Clyde Johnson, serving as Probation Officer. The costs of the program to date
have been $5,787.00. Judge Lukevich then spoke in favor of hiring a permanent, part-time
probation officer for 2000, one additional clerk to assist in the probation department '/2 time and
the front court services area '/2 time as well as to set and impose a $30 to $70 monthly fee for
each active probationer to recover expenditures.
The area of student traffic court was discussed as were the issues of metal detectors and /or wands
potentially being used for increased protection in the Court.
Finally, Judge Lukevich informed Council of the Court's goals for 2000, which include,
increased courtroom security, formation of student court, further development of the probation
department, expanded video proceedings; increase in volunteers; development of an electronic
court plan; continued work with professional organizations for the judge and administrator and to
retain, train and reward Court staff.
Mayor and Council each expressed appreciation for the Judge's efforts and those of the entire
staff as well.
CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE:
Kathy Stetson. 13258 40 Ave. So.. Tukwila. speaking as a citizen, asked the disposition of
the situation on the corner of NW 130 and Marginal Way, as it relates to garbage trucks
continually being park there. Mr. McFarland informed Ms. Stetson the City is currently awaiting
a Court date from King County Superior Court. Additionally, he advised Ms. Berry was tracking
the issue and that she would inform Ms. Stetson of the Court date when we learn that
information.
CONSENT AGENDA:
a.
b.
c.
Approval of Minutes 11/22/99 (Special Meeting)
Approval of Vouchers- #215567- 215822 in the amount of $5,327,952.10
Authorize Mayor to sign the Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Interlocal
Agreement (19099- 2001), and the King County Metro Implementation Contract
(7 -1 -99 12/31/99).
Moved by Councilmember Duffie; seconded by Councilmember Hernandez; to approve the
consent agenda as presented. The motion carried 6 -0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Sign Code Amendments to Sections Dealing with Political Signage,
freeway Interchange Signage and Off Premises Signage for Public Facilities
7:59 p.m. Mayor Rants opened the public hearing.
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Assistant Planner Deb Ritter addressed the Council. She reminded Council the planning
Commission recommended modifications in the areas of political signage, freestanding signage
for freeway interchange businesses, off premises permanent signage for public facilities,
temporary signage and freestanding signage for large, commercial sites.
The Committee of Whole considered the first three of those items at their November 22 meeting
and reviewed the proposed amendments in draft ordinance format.
There were no questions from Council.
CITIZEN COMMENT:
None were received.
8:02 p.m. Mayor Rants closed the public hearing.
b. An Ordinance Extending the Moratorium on the Filing of Applications for
Business Licenses and Development Permits for Food or Drink Establishments
Conducting Gambling Activities, Including Social Card Games, Punch Board, or
Pull Tabs
8:02 p.m. Mayor Rants opened the public hearing.
Steve Lancaster, Department of Community Development Director, addressed the Council on
this issue. He reviewed the historical timeline of the moratorium and noted that since this
summer, the gaming industry has been working with the Association of Washington Cities (and
Counties) to develop legislation that would clarify the ability of jurisdictions to regulate mini
casinos via zoning. A draft of the proposed legislation is expected to be presented to the State
Legislature sometime in January, 2000.
Finally, Mr. Lancaster noted staff is in favor of another extension to the moratorium to expire on
July 14, 2000. This will allow additional time for staff review, action and outcome of the State
legislation.
CITIZEN COMMENT:
Steve Jones, Attorney for SBD, Inc., d /b /a the Riverside Casino, reminded Council of his
presence at each of the public hearings as it relates to this moratorium. Further, he stated the
case has remained status quo over the past one year. He expressed his opinion that the Council
has zoning authority and encouraged them to move expeditiously on this matter. Finally, he
asked Council to give the Department of Community Development direction to put regulations
into place so as not to start at ground zero.
Steve Dowen, Riverside owner, spoke in opposition to an extension of the moratorium
ordinance.
Anna Bernhard agreed clarification is needed and that enough gambling exists in Tukwila and
therefore spoke in favor of extending the ordinance.
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Dwight McLean spoke in favor of passing an ordinance which would limit the number of
extensions allowed for any one moratorium issue. He asked the Council to come to consensus,
decide this issue and do it quickly.
City Attorney Mike Kenyon noted that while State law does not provide a specific number of
extensions allowed per moratorium; it does note the length of each extension must not exceed six
(6) months.
8:16 p.m. Mayor Rants closed the public hearing.
OLD BUSINESS:
a. An ordinance amending the Tukwila Sign Code dealing with political signage,
freeway interchange signage and off premises signage for public facilities.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, AMENDING TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 19,
SIGN CODE, TO CLARIFY AND REVISE STANDARDS FOR POLITICAL
SIGNAGE; REVISING STANDARDS FOR FREEWAY INTERCHANGE
BUSINESS SIGNS AND FOR PERMANENT OFF PREMISES SIGNS;
REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 1617 §3 (PART), 1770 §72, 1770 §80,
1792, AND 1857 §4; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Duffie; seconded by Fenton; to have the proposed ordinance read by title only.
The motion carried 6 -0.
City Attorney Mike Kenyon read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Moved by Hernandez; seconded by Fenton; to approve the proposed ordinance as
presented. The motion carried 6 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1892
b. An ordinance extending the moratorium on the filing of Applications for Business
Licenses and Development Permits for Food or Drink Establishments Conducting
Gambling Activities, Including Social Card Games, Punch Board, or Pull Tabs
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, RENEWING A SIX -MONTH MORATORIUM ON THE
FILING OF APPLICATIONS FOR BUSINESS LICENSES AND
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS FOR FOOD OR DRINK ESTABLISHMENTS
CONDUCTING GAMBLING ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING SOCIAL CARD
GAMES, PUNCH BOARDS, OR PULL TABS; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Hernandez; seconded by Fenton; to have the proposed ordinance read by title
only. The motion carried 6 -0.
City Attorney Mike Kenyon read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Moved by Hernandez; seconded by Fenton; to approve the proposed ordinance as
presented.
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Discussion ensued. Council President Fenton asked Mr. Lancaster what had been done on this
issue since the moratorium began. Mr. Lancaster noted City staff has performed an analysis on
potential parking demands and have conducted assessment and policy discussions on the
potential locations of businesses.
City Attorney Mike Kenyon noted two potential issues which Council may want to consider as
an amendment to the main motion. The first, striking the words, "declaring an emergency" from
the title of the proposed ordinance and second, striking the words, "effective immediately upon
adoption of this ordinance" in Section 2.
Moved by Fenton; seconded by Duffie; to amend the main motion by striking the words,
"declaring an emergency" from the title of the proposed ordinance and striking the words,
"effective immediately upon adoption of this ordinance" in Section 2. The motion to
amend the main motion carried 6 -0.
The motion carried 6 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1893
c. An ordinance adopting the proposed 2000 budget (discussion only)
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 2000; PROVDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Finance Director Alan Doerschel noted a list of all changes was contained in the packet for this
meeting as they relate to the proposed 2000 budget. Said changes have been through Council or
are carry -over items.
Mr. Doerschel then informed Council of a recommendations which came from the Finance and
Safety Committee. The recommendation is to fund, or partially fund, new, protective floor
covering for use in the gymnasium for such events as trade shows and other, like events. The all
inclusive cost is approximately $35,000.00 for said flooring (including carts, shipping, sales tax,
etc.) Said idea was presented to the Lodging Tax Advisory Board for consideration among the
members. There was consensus among those board members to fund one half of the price of the
floor.
Dave Fenton, as Chair of the Lodging Tax Advisory Board, for the record, wanted it clear he
wants to maintain "the integrity of the hotel /motel tax intact." He does not want other City
departments feeling there are additional funds available from this board. That is not the intent of
the Board. He supports the floor idea as it can be used as perk in renting out the facilities.
David Wild, General Manager, Double Tree Guest Suites, Southcenter, introduced himself. He
has been a member of the Lodging Tax Advisory Board since its inception. He noted the
members of the Board were polled and there was consensus among them that the gymnasium
flooring is a good idea and useful when using the facilities for sporting, tradeshow, cultural, and
other events.
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d. A resolution adopting the Financial Planning Model and CIP (discussion
only)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2000 -2005 FINANCIAL PLANNING
MODEL AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR
GENERAL GOVERNMENT AND THE CITY'S ENTRIPRISE FUNDS
Finance Director Alan Doerschel reviewed a list of changes as previously discussed for the
proposed 2000 -2005 planning model and capital plan.
e. An ordinance increasing the regular property tax levy.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, INCREASING THE CITY OF TUKWILA REGULAR
LEVY FROM THE PREVIOUS YEAR, COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2000,
ON ALL PROPERTY, BOTH REAL AND PERSONAL, IN COMPLIANCE
WITH SECTION 209 OF SSB 5835; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Duffie; seconded by Hernandez; to have the proposed ordinance read by title
only. The motion carried 6 -0.
City Attorney Mike Kenyon read the title of the proposed ordinance.
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Moved by Haggerton; seconded by Linder; to approve the proposed ordinance as
presented. The motion carried 6 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1894
f. An ordinance increasing the surface water utility rates for residential and
commercial customers beginning January 1, 2000.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, REGARDING STORM AND SURFACE WATER RATES
AND CHARGES; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1779; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Moved by Duffie; seconded by Fenton; to have the proposed ordinance read by title only.
The motion carried 6 -0.
City Attorney Mike Kenyon read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Moved by Haggerton; seconded by Fenton; to approve the proposed ordinance as
presented. The motion carried 6 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1895
g. South King County Neighboring Cities Legislative Priorities
City Administrator John McFarland noted the technical work continues as the December 9
breakfast nears. He then distributed a re- worked version of the document and outlined the
priority changes.
Moved by Carter; seconded by Linder; to accept the position paper on legislative
priorities, as presented. The motion carried 6 -0.
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In closing, it was decided Mayor Rants, Councilmember Haggerton and Council President
Fenton would attend the breakfast on December 9.
NEW BUSINESS:
a. Authorize Mayor to sign a contract with the Kenyon Law Firm in the
amount of $225,420.00, plus extraordinary expenses for general City
Attorney and City Prosecutor services in 2000.
Moved by Linder; seconded by Duffie; to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with the
Kenyon Law Firm in the amount of $225,420.00, plus extraordinary expenses for general
City Attorney and City Prosecutor services in 2000.
Discussion ensued. The Mayor and Councilmembers agreed legal services received by the City
have been excellent in the past and are in support of the continued contract.
*The motion carried 6 -0.
b. Authorize Mayor to sign a contract with Hal B. H. Cooper in the amount of
$75,000.00, for engineering consultant services in support of Sound Transit
alternatives
Moved by Carter; seconded by Duffie; to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Hal
B. H. Cooper in the amount of $75,000.00, for engineering consultant services in support of
Sound Transit alternatives. The motion carried 6 -0.
c. Authorize Mayor to sign a contract with Ragsdale Koch Altman, L.L.C., in
the amount of $100,000.00, for economic development /Sound Transit
Consultant Services
Moved by Carter; seconded by Duffie; to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with
Ragsdale Koch Altman, L.L.C., in the amount of $100,000.00, for economic
development /Sound Transit Consultant Services. The motion carried 6 -0.
d. Authorize Mayor to sign the South County Area Transportation Board
(SCATBd) Agreement
Moved by Carter; seconded by Linder; to authorize the Mayor to sign the South County
Area Transportation Board Agreement. The motion carried 6 -0.
REPORTS:
a. Mayor
No report.
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b. City Council
Councilmember Duffle attended the National League of Cities Conference, in Los Angeles, from
November 30 through December 4.
Councilmember Hernandez attended the joint Arts /Parks Commission meeting on December 1
and the Equity and Diversity Commission meeting on December 2. Draft minutes from that
meeting were distributed to Council. Of interest to the group, Someireh Amirfaiz spoke to the
group on the history of the Lutheran International Counseling Service which began 12 years ago
when immigrants had difficulties finding services for individuals who spoke their native tongue.
This group has continually expanded through the years, does charge for services, accept medical
coupons and is free to Tukwila residents. Ms. Hernandez reported attendance at the Rainier
Symphony on December 5. Moreover, Councilmember Hernandez distributed a Y2K
Preparedness brochure.
Council President Fenton also attended the Rainier Symphony on December 5.
Councilmember Carter noted there was no Transportation Committee meeting this evening. She
then reported attendance at the following: Tukwila Community Cares Network Meeting 11/24;
Foster High School Site Council 12/1; Equity and Diversity Commission 12/2; Chamber /City
Government Affairs Reception 12/6. Ms. Carter is scheduled to attend a December 8
International Community Council meeting.
Councilmember Haggerton reported attendance to the National League of Cities Conference of
Cities in Los Angeles, from November 30 through December 4.
Councilmember Linder reported attendance to the December 1 joint Parks and Arts Commission
meeting. She spoke in favor of receiving more verbal reports from each of these commissions as
a way of keeping in touch with all the work they are doing.
c. City Staff
City Administrator John McFarland noted the City is preparing to close on the Phase I properties
in association with Tukwila Village. The question of relocation allowance arose and was
discussed by Council. For consideration, it was decided the item was to be included on the
December 13 agenda.
d. City Attorney
No report.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Councilmember Linder was proud to attend a recent function in the Museum of Flight, in
Tukwila.
9:17 p.m. Moved by Hernandez; seconded by Carter; to take a short recess and
reconvene to executive session. The motion carried 6 -0.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Pending Litigation (:30 Minutes)
9:27 p.m. Executive session began.
9:51 p.m. Executive session ended.
ADJOURNMENT:
9:51 p.m.
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Johr W. Rants, Mayor
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Robert H. Baker, CMC,
Deputy City Clerk
Moved by Councilmember Duffie; seconded by Councilmember Carter; to
adjourn the executive session, reconvene and adjourn the regular meeting.
The motion carried 6 -0.
Date Minutes Approved: 12/13/99