HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-02-28 Committee of the Whole MinutesTUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
February 28, 2000 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers City.Hall
CITY COUNCIL OF WHOLE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER: Council President Joe Duffie called the Committee of the Whole meeting
to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Council President Joe Duffie, Councilmembers Pam
Carter, Dave Fenton, Jim Haggerton, Joan Hernandez, Pamela Linder, and Richard Simpson.
OFFICIALS: Steve Mullet, Mayor; John McFarland, City Administrator; Ted Freemire,
Operations Manager; Al Spencer, Internal Operations Manager; Brian Shelton, City Engineer;
Betty Gray, Senior Administrative Clerk; Pat Brodin, Senior Engineer; and Lucy Lauterbach,
Legislative Analyst.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Update on the Kini County Airport:
Cynthia Stewart, SeaTac Airport Manager, provided an update on the Airport's Part 150 Boeing
Field Noise Study. The intent of the study is to establish the type of noise remedies which might
be possible while attempting to reduce the noise level. The study is completed under a standard
methodology required by the FAA to allow airport revenue to be used for noise reduction
remedies.
The scope of work includes looking at existing conditions and types of aircraft currently in use at
the airport. A series of forecasts were reviewed to identify future traffic and operations. Unlike
the Airport Master Plan, which is based on 20 years, the Noise Study is based on a five -year
plan. The committee reviewed where existing conditions of the inventory generates a noise
contour. The first contour generated is the 1999 base case. It is based on actual 1999 activity
occurring at Boeing Field. She reviewed how the information is used to assess the aggregate
impact of noise within a given area. The second contour is based on projected 2006 activity.
She 2006 contours project an increase over the 1999 contours.
Committee members are requesting ideas from surrounding jurisdictions and citizens within the
affected communities. Once a range of alternatives have been considered, the consultant will
start an analytical process to determine what is possible from a feasibility perspective in terms of
cost and trade -offs. Eventually, with the assistance of the Advisory Committee, a draft proposal
would be developed and reviewed with all constituents and all final decision makers (including
the King County Council and the FAA).
Ms. Stewart indicated the final noise contours would be developed from a list of activities
occurring over a 12 -month period. She noted the difference in noise levels between the 1999
noise contour and the projected 2006 noise contour. Noise monitoring was conducted to evaluate
the contours and check out individual perceptions against actual noise levels. A number of noise
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monitoring stations were located within the City of Tukwila and other areas. She reviewed a
diagram of contours and explained how noise activity is used to measure noise contours. The
FAA participates in financial remedies when noise levels measure 65 DNL or more.
Councilmembers expressed appreciation to Ms. Stewart for the proactive approach the airport is
taking to resolve the noise issue.
Ms. Stewart explained some of the solutions being considered with federal and airport funding
include a home buyout program, noise insulation in some areas, possible movement of flight
paths, and other remedies. She explained the FAA would not pay for extra costs associated with
relocating someone to a comparable house. The consultant will be studying the feasibility of
buying land and homes with alternative funding such as GO bonds from the county and turning
the property into a revenue generator to pay off the debt service.
b. Ted Freemire appreciation, to include presentation of proclamation:
Mayor Mullet read a proclamation honoring City employee Ted Freemire for his 28 years of
service to the City. As Mr. Freemire is retiring, Mayor Mullet presented him with the Key to the
City.
Administrator McFarland expressed the City's appreciation to Jackie Freemire for her support
and assistance during Mr. Freemire's tenure. Ms. Freemire was presented with flowers on behalf
of City staff.
Mr. Freemire thanked the City for the acknowledgement and expressed his appreciation for the
opportunity to serve the citizens of Tukwila during his employment.
Former Councilmember Dennis Robertson expressed his appreciation to Mr. Freemire for his
long -term service to the City. Councilmembers shared some of their personal experiences of
working with Mr. Freemire and congratulated him on his upcoming retirement.
Council President Duffle recessed the meeting 7:39 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for a reception to celebrate
Mr. Freemire's retirement.
CITIZEN COMMENT:
No comments were received.
SPECIAL ISSUES:
a. Amendment to contract #99 -092 (Ball Janik. LLP)
Councilmember Hernandez reported the amendment was reviewed by the Finance and Safety
Committee and is an amendment to the original agreement which seeks an increase in the
monthly retainer from $8,500 to $15,000 per month in addition to services provided in 1999 of
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$25,000. The amendment to the contract also revises the scope of work. The contract expires on
December 31, 2000.
Administrator McFarland explained the goals the City hopes to achieve with respect to Sound
Transit light rail and how Mr. Janik's expertise is required to secure those goals.
Councilmembers agreed with the amendment to the contract and referred the matter to the next
Council meeting for action.
b. Amendment to contract #99 -093 (MJ Durkan, Inc.)
Councilmember Hernandez reported the amendment proposes to increase the contract amount
from $35,000 to $40,000 per month. The scope of work has been amended to include
completing some work at the state level.
Administrator McFarland reported receipt of a telephone call from an Olympia lobbyist asking
for MJ Durkan's support in legislation concerning sales tax to insure any sales tax legislation
includes protections for jurisdictions.
Councilmembers agreed with the amendment to the contract and referred the matter to the next
Council meeting for action.
REPORTS:
c. New contract for services with Sound Decision
Councilmember Hernandez reported Sound Decision completed some public assessment work
for the City in 1999. The term of contract is not to exceed $35,000.
Administrator McFarland said some work was completed in the City's interest in 1999; with the
intent to revisit the issue when more information was received regarding the financial component
of the service and the value of the service to the City.
Councilmembers agreed with the proposed contract and referred the matter to the next Council
meeting for action.
a. Mayor:
Mayor Mullet reported he attended a meeting with ValleyCom. The meeting included a report
on the progress of the new building, funding, and the interlocal agreement. The new building
should be ready by September 2001. The City's funding portion is approximately $2.5 million.
Mayor Mullet confirmed that the City of Federal Way is also joining and will be included in the
interlocal agreement.
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b. City Council:
Councilmember Hernandez will attend the Historical Society meeting on February 23. She will
also attend the kick -off orientation meeting related to the Sister City tour to Japan. Next, she
reported her intent to attend a 03/02/00 Equity and Diversity Committee meeting.
Councilmember Carter expressed her appreciation to all City Committees for their work they do
with matters concerning the City. She noted how it helps the Council conduct business more
efficiently.
Councilmember Carter attended the Tukwila Community Cares Network meeting on February 23
and received more information on the Casey Family Program Partnership. She also attended a
meeting at the Foster Community Club on February 23. A Census orientation meeting is
scheduled for March 3 in Kent.
Council President Duffie reported he attended the SeaTac 10 -year celebration earlier in the
evening.
Councilmember Haggerton requested adding a City Resolution appointing and documenting
appointments to various community groups on the next Council's agenda.
Councilmember Fenton reported he and Administrator McFarland attended a meeting with
Boeing Flight Museum marketing representatives about a number of issues. One issue concerned
the Memorial Day celebration and the City's desire to increase its involvement in those activities.
Councilmember Fenton said the museum's planned expansion of 250,000 square feet would
include a walkway from one building to the other. Once completed, it will be the largest private
flight museum in the world. The museum is bringing in special aircraft for the 2000 Memorial
Day celebration.
Councilmember Simpson attended a Foster Community Club meeting and an ESA meeting with
the Mayor.
c. Staff:
Administrator McFarland reported staff is working on logistical needs for the City and the
Council concerning the proposed new building.
The demolition project on the highway is progressing. Staff will be reviewing bids soon and
anticipates the site to be cleared within the next 30 days.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Councilmember Hernandez requested replacement of her microphone. Councilmember
Hernandez reported that several descendants of local families attended the Equity and Diversity
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Commission (Joseph Foster and Steel family). She referred them to the Foster Community Club
meeting.
Councilmember Hernandez reported on a Black History program on February 29 from 6:00 to
8:00 p.m. at the Rainier Valley Cultural Arts Center presented by Zion Prep Academy. The
program features an African storyteller, Kate Ridgeway of Sacramento, Executive Director of
Roots and Wings.
Councilmember Linder reported a local resident responsible for creating a garden project learned
through a newspaper article that the garden had been renamed "Highline Botanical Garden" after
she had negotiated with the Port of Seattle on the sale of her home.
8:39 p.m. Cuncilmember Hernandez moved, seconded by Councilmember Carter, to
adjourn to a Special Session not to exceed 30 minutes for possible land
purchases and potential litigation. Motion carried.
8:56 p.m. Council President Duffie adjourned the meeting.
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Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
for Valerie Gow, Recording Secretary
Date Minutes Signed: j 'L/00