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Home My WebLink About2011-01-03 Regular Minutes i ILA fV,4 s y Tukwila City Council R ular Meetin Z g 9 4 City Hall Council Chambers January 3, 2011— 7:00 P.M. j .t90 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL Mayor Haggerton called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:02 p.m. and 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, Joan Hernandez, Dennis Robertson, Allan Ekberg, Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, and De'Sean Quinn. CITY OFFICIALS Jim Haggerton, Mayor; Steve Lancaster, City Administrator; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; David Haynes, Police Chief; Shawn Hunstock, Finance Director; Nora Gierloff, Deputy Community Development Director; Brandon Miles, Senior Planner; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Mary Miotke, Information Technology Director; Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. Executive Session Mayor Haggerton announced there will be an Executive Session this evening as Item #10 on the agenda. The public will be asked to leave the Council Chambers at that time. The Executive Session will be to discuss Potential Litigation Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). It will last no more than 30 minutes, and no decisions will be made during the Executive Session. After the Executive Session is concluded, the Regular meeting will be resumed, and a motion will be made to adjourn. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Swearing in of Jason Alcon, new Police Officer David Haynes, Police Chief, introduced Jason Alcon, who is currently attending the Law Enforcement Academy and is the class president. Officer Alcon has a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Phoenix and has served in the United States Marine Corps, providing security to diplomats. He is married and has 3 children. Mayor Haggerton administered the Oath of Office to Officer Alcon, Badge #190, and his wife, Kristin, pinned on his badge. Officer Alcon expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve the Police Department and the Tukwila community. The Mayor and City Councilmembers congratulated Officer Alcon on his position. CITIZEN COMMENTS Larry Quicksall, 11870 44 Place South, expressed concern regarding activity occurring on lots 15, 16, and 17 on 44 Place South. He indicated there are large pipes on the residential lots, as well as a great deal of noise due to crane activity. He provided examples of various activities occurring at the property and submitted a statement from neighbors, to include pictures of the sites. He asked that the City look into this matter. Mayor Haggerton asked the City Administrator to look into this situation. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 3, 2011 Page 2 of 5 CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 12/6/10 (Regular); 12/13/10 (Special) b. Approval of Vouchers: #356258- 356382 and #101200 101204 1010081 in the amount of $2,124,769.44 and #356383- 356459 and #101205 101206 in the amount of $918,344.10 MOVED BY DUFFIE SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. PUBLIC HEARING An ordinance renewing a 6 -month moratorium on the acceptance of applications for and issuance of land use, building, and development permits, business licenses and /or approvals for any change in use for certain non industrial uses within the Manufacturing Industrial Center (MIC) zone. 7:19 p.m. Mayor Haggerton opened the public hearing and called for a staff report. Nora Gierloff, Deputy Community Development Director, provided a summary regarding this issue. The current moratorium on the acceptance and issuance of applications for certain non industrial uses within the Manufacturing Industrial Center (MIC) zones will expire soon. The moratorium applies only to the establishment of new, non manufacturing uses and will protect businesses from investing in an area that may not be a good long -term location. Those uses that were legally established in the MIC prior to the effective date of the moratorium are permitted to continue operating. Staff has made progress in studying the issues associated with the MIC zone. The moratorium should be extended to allow staff sufficient time to complete a work plan and report back to Council on any potential updates that may be needed to the City's development regulations. Mayor Haggerton called for public comments. There were no public comments. 7:22 p.m. Mayor Haggerton closed the public hearing. UNFINISHED BUSINESS An ordinance renewing a 6 -month moratorium on the acceptance of applications for and issuance of land use, building, and development permits, business licenses and /or approvals for any change in use for certain non industrial uses within the Manufacturing Industrial Center (MIC) zone. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY SEAL THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO THE PRESERVATION OF INDUSTRIAL LAND WITHIN THE CITY'S MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIAL CENTER, RENEWING A SIX -MONTH MORATORIUM ON THE ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS FOR AND ISSUANCE OF LAND USE, BUILDING, AND DEVELOPMENT PERMITS, BUSINESS LICENSES AND /OR APPROVALS FOR ANY CHANGE IN USE FOR CERTAIN NON INDUSTRIAL USES WITHIN THE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIAL CENTER ZONE; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 2300; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 3, 2011 Page 3 of 5 The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions of staff and exchanged comments to include: The packet materials reference the importance of Tukwila's MIC as a significant source of employment and economic activity for the entire region; The City's website included a section on the MIC that allowed comments from citizens and stakeholders; The public hearing notice was published in the Seattle Times, faxed to community organizations, posted at City Hall, and placed on the City's website; There is a great deal of potential in this area of the City as it relates to transportation options; It is essential for staff to finish studying this issue and report back to the Council. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2321. Mayor Haggerton stated the City does not take the establishment of moratoriums lightly, and there are times when renewals are necessary. NEW BUSINESS Election of 2011 Council President MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO NOMINATE ALLAN EKBERG AS COUNCIL PRESIDENT FOR 2011.* MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO CLOSE THE NOMINATIONS. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ELECT ALLAN EKBERG AS THE 2011 COUNCIL PRESIDENT. Councilmembers Ekberg and Robertson changed positions on the dais. The Councilmembers and Mayor commended Councilmember Robertson for his work as Council President during a challenging year. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Haggerton reported there have been questions from the business community regarding the new revenue generating regulatory license (RGRL) and business licensing. He asked Council if they would like to discuss the issue at this time. The Councilmembers discussed this issue and offered the following comments: The necessity for awareness regarding unintended consequences in the implementation of the RGRL, with no intent to repeal the current ordinance; The need for all emails and correspondence that have been received to be compiled and made available as part of the discussion; The importance of reviewing the issues as they relate to businesses possibly paying fees more than once; The significance of having a single voice going out to the public; The need for a discussion at the Council Committee level, with all Councilmembers receiving the packet materials. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO FORWARD THE RGRL ORDINANCE TO THE FINANCE AND SAFETY COMMITTEE TO REVIEW THE IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS AS IT RELATES TO UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES, WITH NO INTENT TO REPEAL THE CURRENT ORDINANCE. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. b. City Council Councilmember Duffie thanked Councilmember Robertson for his work as Council President in 2010. He also thanked those staff members who often work over the holidays, such as Police, Fire and Public Works. Mr. Duffie attended the Court holiday event and the reception for Sergeant Mark Howie in December. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 3, 2011 Page 4 of 5 Councilmember Hernandez attended the Court holiday event and the reception for Sergeant Mark Howie in December. She also attended the December 16, 2010 Historical Society meeting and the South County Area Transportation Board (SCATBd) meeting on December 21, 2010. Ms. Hernandez reported that the planning meeting for the Tukwila Historical Society gala dinner auction will be on January 8, 2011 at 11:00 a.m at the Tukwila Heritage and Culture Center at 14475 59 Avenue South in Tukwila. Anyone interested in helping with the project is invited to attend. Councilmember Robertson received a letter from the Korean American Celebration foundation. This involves a large celebration at the State Capitol on January 8, 2011, and a Tukwila representative is invited to attend. Councilmember Robertson is unable to attend the event and asked that if another elected official is available to attend to please contact him. Councilmember Seal attended the King County LEOFF 1 Board meeting on December 29, 2010. Additionally, she has been appointed to the Domestic Violence Initiative for King County and will be attending the meetings as an alternate. Councilmember Quinn attended the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) Food Policy Committee on December 12, 2010. Mr. Quinn was appointed by the Suburban Cities Association (SCA). c. Staff There was no report. d. City Attorney There was no report. e. Intergovernmental Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst, relayed that Councilmember Duffie will be hosting the Council Coffee Chat on Saturday, January 8, 2011 at the Friendz Cafe. She asked that the Councilmembers let her know if they will be attending the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) event. She also requested that Councilmembers update her as to their schedules. MISCELLANEOUS Council President Ekberg distributed the Council Committee schedule and membership list for 2011. Transportation Committee 1 and 3 Monday at 5:00 p.m. Joan Hernandez, Chair Joe Duffie Verna Seal Finance and Safety Committee 1 and 3 Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. Kathy Hougardy, Chair Joan Hernandez Dennis Robertson Community Affairs and Parks Committee 2nd and 4 Monday at 5:00 p.m. Verna Seal, Chair Joe Duffie De'Sean Quinn Utilities Committee 2 and 4 Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. De'Sean Quinn, Chair Dennis Robertson Kathy Hougardy Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 3, 2011 Page 5 of 5 Council President Ekberg asked the Councilmembers to provide input as to their preferences for participation on commissions and boards, both regionally and for the City. The Councilmembers discussed their involvement on various commissions and boards and provided feedback to Council President Ekberg. Mayor Haggerton suggested the organizations be advised in writing of the membership decisions. Councilmember Hougardy asked Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst, for an update regarding her recent trip to Indonesia as part of the American Council for Young Political Leaders (ACYPL). Ms. Matej responded that she was invited to participate and serve as a delegate in the Legislative Fellows Program. The Legislative Fellows Program operates under the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The recommendation came from Washington State alumni and those Indonesian fellows who visited the City of Tukwila this past spring. The program provided the opportunity to travel to Indonesia to meet with elected officials, observe legislative activities, and interact with community and business leaders. The ACYPL paid for Ms. Matej's airfare, lodging and meals relative to the program. RECESS 8:01 p.m. Mayor Haggerton called a brief recess to allow the public time to leave the Council Chambers in preparation for the Executive Session. He announced the purpose of the Executive Session is to discuss Potential Litigation Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). It will last no more than 30 minutes, and no decisions will be made during the Executive Session. EXECUTIVE SESSION Start: 8:06 p.m. Attendees: Jim Haggerton, Mayor; Steve Lancaster, City Administrator; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; Nora Gierloff, Deputy Community Development Director; Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst; Tukwila City Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Dennis Robertson, Allan Ekberg, Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn. 8:36 p.m. Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst, left the Council Chambers and announced that the Executive Session would be extended for an additional 10 minutes. She did not re -enter the Council Chambers. End: 8:44 p.m. ADJOURNMENT 8:45 p.m. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. /4-.2/%4:- Ji aggerton, Ma,6/ (Lai Q t Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk 0' APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 1/18/2011