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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-03-20 Regular MinutesROLL CALL: OFFICIALS: PROCLAMATIONS /APPOINTMENTS CONSENT AGENDA: TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL March 20, 2000 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers City Hall REGULAR MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Steven M. Mullet called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. City Clerk Jane Cantu called the roll of Council. Present were Council President Joe Duffie and Councilmembers Joan Hernandez, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton, Pamela Linder, David Fenton and Richard Simpson. City Administrator John McFarland; Assistant City Administrator Rhonda Berry; City Attorney Bob Noe; Council Analyst Lucy Lauterbach; City Clerk Jane Cantu; Deputy City Clerk Bob Baker; Parks Recreation Director Don Williams and Assistant Parks Recreation Director Bruce Fletcher. Confirmation of Appointment: Bruce Fletcher, Director of Parks Recreation Current Parks and Recreation Director Don Williams spoke of his confidence in the ability of Mr. Fletcher to carry out the duties of Director upon his (Williams') retirement June 2, 2000. Mr. Williams thanked City staff and Council for their support in his recommendation of Mr. Fletcher to the position. Hernandez moved; Duffie seconded; appointment of Bruce Fletcher to the position of Parks Recreation Director, effective June 2, 2000. The motion carried 7 -0. CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE: Nancy Damon. Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce representative. introduced the newest employee to the Chamber of Commerce, Ms. Linda Turner, Community Relations Liaison. a. Approval of Minutes 03 -06 -00 Regular Meeting b. Approval of Vouchers 217347 217895, in the amount of $948,771.30 Hernandez moved; Carter seconded; to approve the consent agenda as presented. The motion carried 7 -0. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7:06 p.m. Mayor Mullet opened the public hearing. Mayor Mullet introduced Police Records Manager Grant Coordinator Rosa Krows. Page 2 of 6 March 20, 2000 The proposed use of Local Law Enforcement Block Grant (LLEBG) funds to reduce crime and improve public safety. Ms. Krows informed the Council LLEBG Grant #1999 -LB -VX -8590 had been awarded to the City of Tukwila in the amount of $56,745.00 on October 1, 1999. A special condition imposed upon the City, before use of the grant funds, is this public hearing. Ms. Krows also informed the Council of a $6,300.00 matching funds component to the grant, payable by the City of Tukwila Police Department. The Grant Coordinator informed Council the purpose of the grant is to reduce crime and improve public safety; especially in schools are at -risk areas. The Police Department has identified a project to fund with this grant funding of the Domestic Violence Advocate position within the Office of the City Attorney. The Domestic Violence Advocate position (currently held by Beth Button) supports the City's efforts to reduce domestic violence. An increase in these crimes is supported by statistical data and court case data. The Police Department has a team of police and community members addressing these issues and the position is supported by the City of Tukwila's Domestic Violence Task Force. It was reported Ms. Button may be attending future City Council meetings to report on the progress of their efforts. Jackie Demnere. 4033 So. 128th Street. Tukwila. asked for a legal definition of the termsdomestic violence. Said definition was provided by City Attorney Bob Noe. Harriett Waldon. P. O. Box 22894. Seattle, also asked for the definition of domestic violence. She asked who protects the people from police when they use excessive force. Both Ms. Dempere and Mr. Waldon spoke in favor of additional training and education for Tukwila's Police Officers as it relates to domestic violence situations. Both spoke of the need for providing additional training to police personnel and their ability to handle such issues. Both women also raised issues of concern in other areas not related to domestic violence. City Administrator John McFarland stated he would put the questions in writing and send a written response to both ladies as well as the Council. Anna Bernhard. Tukwila, spoke in favor of spending the grant monies on domestic violence information and education sessions. 7:30 p.m. Mayor Mullet closed the public hearing. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Council Deliberation: Discussion ensued: Page 3 of 6 March 20, 2000 Various members of the Council stated their praise for the work Ms. Krows has done in the application process for this grant. As this was an informational item only, no action was taken by the Council. OLD BUSINESS: a. Authorize Mayor to sign a contract for services with Mithun Partners. Councilmember Hernandez noted this item was considered by the Finance and Safety Committee and no citizen comment was heard at the Committee level. Main Motion. Moved by Carter; seconded by Linder; to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract for services with Mithun Partners.* Motion to Amend: Moved by Fenton; seconded by Carter; to amend the main motion by inserting the following words to the end of the main motion, "not to exceed $30,000.00, plus expenses, also not to exceed $3,000.00" Councilmember Hernandez noted, and Council concurred, the need for the following edits to Exhibit A of the proposed contract: -first paragraph, last line, change Southwest to Northeast second paragraph, last line, change Center to Concept -fourth bullet, remove the word "playground" *The motion to amend carried 7 -0. *The main motion, as amended, carried 7 -0. b. A resolution appointment Councilmembers to various regional and national boards and committees A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, APPOINTING CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO BOARDS AND COMMITTEES FOR THE YEAR 2000. Moved by Haggerton; seconded by Fenton; to have the proposed resolution read by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Bob Noe read the title of the proposed resolution. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Moved by Fenton; seconded by Duffie; to approve the proposed resolution as read.* Discussion ensued. It was stated Council may amend this resolution on a yearly basis; even if changes occur during any given year. *The motion carried 7 APPROVED RESOLUTION #1441 c. Authorize the Mayor to sign Valley Communications Center Interlocal Agreement Moved by Fenton; seconded by Carter; to authorize the Mayor to sign an interlocal agreement with Valley Communication Center. The motion carried 7 -0. NEW BUSINESS: a. An ordinance to redefine the definition of "adult entertainment." AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. 1490, 1604 AND 1747, AS CODIFIED AT CHAPTER 5.56 OF THE TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (ADULT ENTERTAINMENT), TO REDEFINE "ADULT ENTERTAINMENT PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Moved by Hernandez; seconded by Linder; to have the proposed ordinance read by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Bob Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance. Moved by Duffie; seconded by Hernandez; to adopt the proposed ordinance as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1910 b. An ordinance to redefine the definition of "adult cabaret entertainment." AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1778, AS CODIFIED AT CHAPTER 5.10 OF THE TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (ADULT CABARET), TO REDEFINE "ADULT CABARET ENTERTAINMENT PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Moved by Duffle; seconded by Hernandez; to have the proposed ordinance read by title only. The motion carried 7 -0. City Attorney Bob Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance. Page 4 of 6 March 20, 2000 Moved by Hernandez; seconded by Fenton; to adopt the proposed ordinance as read. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1911 City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes REPORTS: a. Mayor Page 5 of 6 March 20, 2000 Mayor Mullet noted a 3/14/00 tour of the Low Income Housing Institute (LiHi) and noted formal presentations will be coming to the Council soon. Regarding comments made during the LLEBG presentation, Mayor Mullet stated any complaint received by and /or about any Tukwila Police officer is investigated fully. Police Chief Haines is made aware of all inquiries and complaints in his department and handles them accordingly. b. City Council Councilmember Hernandez noted attendance at a 3/14 Highway 99 Action Committee meeting wherein it was announced a trash pick -up day will take place on 4/15/00. Additionally, Ms. Hernandez reported attendance at the 3/16 Puget Sound Regional Council general assembly meeting as well as a Finance and Safety Committee meeting earlier this evening. Finally, she noted her intent to attend a 3/21 REACH meeting at Noon. Councilmember Carter attended a 3/14 SCATBd meeting; a 3/15 ACC meeting wherein Councilmember Haggerton was elected Treasurer; and the 3/18 City of Tukwila Employees' Appreciation Banquet. Next, Ms. Carter announced Congressman Adam Smith will hold a town hall meeting at the Normandy Park Congregational Church on April 22, 2000, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Finally, Ms. Carter reminded all present of the 3/22 Sound Transit Open House. Council President Duffie attended the 3/14 Highway 99 Action Committee meeting and the 3/16 Duwamish Improvement Club meeting wherein the Tukwila Police Department received much praise for doing such a fine job in the community. Councilmember Haggerton reported attendance at the 3/18 City of Tukwila Employees' Appreciation Banquet and the 3/20 Cascade Water Alliance Resource Planning Committee Group meeting. Next, he stated his intent to attend the 3/21 Utilities Committee meeting. Finally, Mr. Haggerton provided a report to Council on his recent trip to Washington D.C., for the March 9 14 National League of Cities Conference. He distributed some handouts and paperwork to Council from that conference. Councilmember Linder reported attendance at the 3/14 Highway 99 Action Committee meeting wherein Sergeant Don Lincoln was recognized as the winner by the Committee of the Action Award. Jan Tolland received the same award for the month of February. Next, Ms. Linder reported attendance to the 3/16 Domestic Violence Task Force meeting wherein the 2000 goals were reviewed. Councilmember Fenton had no report. Councilmember Simpson also reported attendance to the 3/14 Highway 99 Action Committee meeting. City of Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes b. Staff c. City Attorney MISCELLANEOUS: Page 6 of 6 March 20, 2000 City Administrator John McFarland reported in connection to a recent Letter to the Editor as it related to a "trail incident." He stated a report had been received from Police Chief Haines, which notes no record of gang activity on the trails, and that this was an isolated incident. To ease the fears of some citizens patrol near Bicentennial Park will be increased. City Attorney Bob Noe reported a recent meeting at King County Prosecutor Norm Maeling's office wherein the subject of a proposed Domestic Violence Court was discussed. Mr. Noe is of the opinion this item will be presented to various cities in the hopes of selling the new idea. The proposed Court may have such amenities as specialized prosecutors, domestic violence advocates and daycares. More information will follow when received. Councilmember Carter noted a levy group will be "door belling" in April in support of the recent levy issue which failed by 39 votes. Councilmember Hernandez, on behalf of her spouse, was glad to hear the area trails are patrolled. Additionally, she spoke of receiving a card from Connie Sukahara who volunteered her time and efforts to educate and inform citizens on Japanese culture for when it is time to visit Tukwila's Sister City, Ikawa. Finally, Ms. Sukahara invited the Council to the upcoming Cherry Blossom Festival in April. She serves as a Boardmember for that event. Ms. Hernandez will make the card available to anyone wanting more information. Councilmember Haggerton requested City Administration acknowledge the efforts of Tukwila Firefighter Barry Pomeroy, who participated in the 3/19 Firefighters Climb Up the Columbia Tower Steps for the Leukemia Society. Mr. Pomeroy was the sole firefighter from Tukwila who participated in this event. Mr. Haggerton's granddaughter served as the Honorary member of the Leukemia Society for the event and he suggested a possible article within the Hazelnut. ADJOURNMENT: 8:50 p.m. Duffie moved; Fenton seconded; to adjourn the regular meeting. The motion carried 7 -0. v\ Steven M. Mullet, Mayor Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk Date Minutes Approved: April 3, 2000