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TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
October 16, 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 Duffle; and
Councilmembers Joan Hernandez, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton, Pamela Linder, Dave Fenton and
Richard Simpson.
City Administrator John McFarland; City Attorney Bob Noe; City Clerk Jane Cantu; Deputy
City Clerk Bob Baker Council Analyst Lucy Lauterbach; Finance Director Alan Doerschel;
Community Development Director Steve Lancaster; Public Works Director Jim Morrow; Police
Chief Keith Haines and Parks Recreation Director Bruce Fletcher. Also present were
Associates Engineers Mike Cusick and Jill Mosqueda.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Swearing in of Lateral Police Officer Karen Herritt
Police Chief Keith Haines introduced Ms. Karen Herritt. This laterally hired police officer
comes to Tukwila from the City of Arcada, California. Mayor Mullet administered the Oath of
Office to Ms. Herritt.
c. Presentation on Regional Transit Sales Tax Proposal David Hopkins
Regional Transit Manager, King County Executive's Office (considered out of order
at the request of Mayor Mullet item heard before Item c)
David Hopkins addressed the Council on the .2 percent Regional Transit Sales Tax proposal.
King County Executive Ron Sims presented his proposed budget to the King County Council
today. His Transportation Budget proposal provides recommendations for guiding future Metro
Transit Services and capital investments if voters approve a .2 percent sales tax measure on
November 7.
The proposal would keep buses moving; enhance Metro Transit service and focus on congestion
relief projects. The proposed tax would raise $80 million to restore bus service, set to be
eliminated because of voter approved Initiative 695. Temporary funds approve by the
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Legislature will be depleted by spring, 2001. Thus, they are giving counties the opportunity for
local- option taxes to preserve local transit service.
Mr. Hopkins then reviewed the contents of a packet of information distributed to Council. He
noted a few of the highlights of the local- option tax would enhance the overall transit system by
strategically adding another 575,000 annual service hours over the next six years to the 3.3
million service hours currently provided. If the revenues are not generated, bus service would be
reduced by about 500,000 annual service hours in 2001.
Future transit related improvements were also highlighted. At the same time, Mr. Hopkins
fielded questions from the City Council.
Councilmembers spoke in general support of the proposed transportation budget proposal.
Councilmember Hernandez asked if a notation could be included with the proposal to Sims'
Office that the City of Tukwila is in need of, support for increased park, and ride enhancements
in the Tuwkila area. Councilmember Carter agreed noting the current park and ride is over
utilized as it attracts riders from far away places.
Councilmember Carter spoke in favor of sending a letter of support to Sims' Office with
inclusion of a notation regarding the park and ride situation in Tukwila. Councilmembers
concurred. Mayor Mullet noted a letter would be drafted and distributed to Council before being
sent.
b. Mayor's presentation of 2001 Proposed Budget Financial Planning
Model/CIP. (considered out of order at the request of Mayor Mullet item
heard after item c)
Mayor Mullet proudly distributed his first proposed budget to the City Council. Noting the City
must move forward as quickly as possible to maintain pace with area growth and booming
businesses, Mayor Mullet stated this is the most complex and convoluted set of issues to date, in
his nine years of association with the Tukwila City Council.
On a high note, Mayor Mullet noted Tukwila continues to prosper with new sewer lines,
residential construction, increased businesses, commercial and residential street improvements;
and, the construction of Cascade Park may soon be under way. He said public safety will be
enhanced and economic development will be addressed.
Mayor Mullet noted the budget reflects a conservative approach to anticipated revenues using a
variety of economic theories. Increased staffing is allowed and necessary for the City to keep up
with the times or we could all fail.
PROCLAMATIONS /APPOINTMENTS:
a. Annointments to Boards Commissions:
Parks Commission Renea Blanchette Position #2 Term Expires 03/31/03
(fills unexpired term)
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Bruce Fletcher introduced Renea Blanchette. Ms. Blanchette has volunteered with and work
with youth soccer for a long time. At one point, she was recognized as being the volunteer who
put in the most hours in the area of youth soccer. She will be a tremendous asset to the
Commission.
Hernandez moved; Linder seconded; the appointment of Renea Blanchette to Position #2 of
the Parks Commission with a term set to expire on 03/31/03. Said appointment fills an
unexpired term. The motion carried 7 -0.
b. Sister City Committee
Kathy Znak, Position #5 Term Expires 12/31/02 (fills unexpired term)
John McFarland introduced Kathy Znak who served as an Ad Hoc Committee member recently
when the visiting Ikawa delegation arrived earlier than expected. Mr. McFarland noted Kathy
maintains a tremendous sense of organization and will bring much to the Sister City Committee.
Carter moved; Hernandez seconded; the appointment of Kathy Znak to Position #5 of the
Sister City Committee with a term set to expire on 12/31/02. Said appointment fills an
unexpired term. The motion carried 7 -0.
CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE:
Troy Wallin. 12607 East Mareinal Wav South, Tukwila, spoke out regarding a neighbor on
the corner of East Marginal Way South and 30th Avenue South. He noted the property is in
disarray and reflecting poorly on the neighbors the neighborhood in general. He spoke of two
camper units being on the site; one currently being occupied. Mr. Wallin asked Council whom
he could speak to regarding the situation. Mayor Mullet identified the property as the
Hemmerling property; with which the City is currently involved with litigation. The Mayor
noted the City is currently awaiting a court date for that item.
Bruce MacVeieh, 14245 59th Avenue South. Tukwila, spoke against the ability of buses to
change traffic lights at their will; yet not against the .2% tax in general. He asked the Council to
envision the intersection of Interurban and Grady when three buses approach it at the same time.
He stated his disbelief in the sophistication of the proposed traffic plan as outlined by Mr.
Simms' Office. This type of work is done on theory; not practice.
Bob Bernhardt. 3418 South 126th. Tukwila. spoke in opposition to the neighbors' property,
previously mentioned by Troy Wallin. One of the people who live in one of the trailers
(previously mentioned by Wallin) approached Mr. Bernhardt and asked if they could put their
trailer on his vacant lot and live in it. He response was in the negative. Mr. Bernhardt asked if a
petition in favor of clean up and reconditioning of the lot would be in order. City Attorney Bob
Noe responded in the affirmative. Additionally, Mr. Noe stated written affidavits or declarations
as to the condition of the property or views of the neighbors may also be helpful.
CONSENT AGENDA:
a. Approval of Minutes 10 -02 -00 Regular Meeting
b. Approval of Vouchers #223986- 224258, in the amount of $1,034,862.76
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c. Approve the position reclassification of Recreation Supervisor to Recreation
Superintendent
Duffie moved; Hernandez seconded; approval of the consent agenda, as presented. The
motion carried 7 -0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Street Vacation 35th between, Lying between 124th to 126
Mayor Mullet opened the public hearing.
Public Works Director Jim Morrow introduced Senior Engineer Mike Cusick, lead person on this
proposed vacation. Mr. Cusick used a large map to outline the affected area in question.
Property to the east is owned by the Sabey Corporation. The property to the west, except corner
lot is also owned by the Sabey Corporation. He also showed the Bernhardt parcels as well.
The proposed vacation is to allow for use for the Exodus site and Group Health. Councilmember
Duffie confirmed that once the street is vacated, it will not be re- opened. Mr. Cusick responded
that the street will be left opened for the use of the Sabey Corporation and bollarded off to allow
for ingress and regress of fire trucks to the site. Mr. Cusick also stated that if Mr. Barnhardt's
property is ever developed, they will be allowed egress to their parcels from 124th, via easement,
as part of the proposed ordinance.
Councilmember Carter questioned the zoning determination in the immediate area affected. Mr.
Cusick responded this is MIC Light (on the North side of 126th). On the south side, the zoning
is residential.
It was clarified that there are actually two single- family residences on the Bernhardt property.
They would have access from the south as long as they like, unless they ever develop
commercially. At that time, they would have to enter from South 125th.
Councilmember Linder confirmed bollards will be present, that are able to be removed in the
area, that can be removed. Mr. Cusick said they will be breakaway bollards.
Ralph Hagler, o /b /o Sabev Corporation, petitioners in this matter, presented a package to
Council which speaks to the methodology and rationale behind the proposed vacation. Mr.
Hagler noted the vacation of 35th Avenue will provide safe pedestrian access along the existing
35th Avenue while concurrently precluding vehicular traffic from infringing on either the
resident on 126th Street or the unvacated portion of 35th Avenue South.
The proposed vacation is a blocked off street which prevents through- traffic into a single family
residential neighborhood from MIC Light zoned area.
Mr. Hagler noted Sabey Corporation has followed the prerequisites and agreed to perform a
number of items requested by the City as a part of allowing the request for vacation to be filed.
As part of the agreement, new curbs, gutters and sidewalks would be installed along the east side
of the unvacated portion of 35th Avenue. Additionally, provisions for emergency access to the
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southerly portion of the vacated area from South 126th and 35th Avenue South will be made.
And, finally, existing utilities will remain in place in addition to a new 8" water line being
installed. All at the Sabey Corporation's expense.
Mr. Hagler contends that a universal benefit would be achieved for the residents of the
neighborhood and Sabey Corporation when the vacation is granted. Improvements by the Sabey
Corporation would result in a clean, safe setting for the two homes along 35th Avenue and
pedestrians would be allowed continued use of the vacated portion of 35th Avenue to walk,
exercise, etc.
Next, Mr. Hagler noted that the proposed bollards would be the break -away type; allowing for
easy access to the Fire Department in the event of need. No portion of the vacation request abuts
any property other than that which belongs to Sabey.
After his presentation, Mr. Hagler fielded questions for clarification from Council.
Gina Nielson. 12527 35th Avenue South, Tukwila. offered clarifications to Council, from her
perspective, as it related to items already covered between Mr. Hagler and Council.
A point raised by Ms. Nielson was the application for this matter. She stated her initial
confusion as to the identity of the petitioner. For the record, Ms. Nielson has discovered both
International Gateway East LLC, Inc., and International Gateway East II LLC, Inc., are both
shown, on record, with the State Department of Licensing and Secretary of State as being owned,
operated and managed by Sabey Corporation.
The petitioner recognizes Robert and Sherry Bernhardt as abutting property owners two total
property owners. She asserted that pursuant to RCW 36.79.020, that if 50% of the abutting
property owners file a written objection to the proposed vacation, with the Clerk, prior to the
hearing, the City shall be prohibited from pursuing a resolution on this matter. She also noted
the Bernhardts did object, in writing, and in a timely fashion.
Ms. Nielson stated particular areas within the City's staff report that are "a bit deceiving." She
noted 35th Avenue South was open, for public use, until October 4, 2000, the date the report
was prepared. It was closed after said date. Next, she noted the statement regarding residential
properties noted (two, single family residences on the Northwest corner of South 126th Street
and 35th Avenue South) is deceiving, in that the residential unit she lives in is immediately
adjacent to the proposed vacation boundary. Her garage is within 10 feet of the property line.
Additionally, Ms. Nielson noted the drawings in this situation are not to scale.
She raised concern over such issues as the salmon habitat in the area, proposed parking lot,
conditional easements, easements, access for emergencies, and the possibility of a land lock
situation (if the Bernhardt's were to sell their property).
Ms. Nielson reminded Council that the neighbors keep the neighborhood clean. They take pride
in their community which is comprised of the elderly and first time homebuyers, doing their best
to improve the area.
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She spoke in favor of re- opening the closed portion of the street (closed since October 4, 2000)
for residential use. Without that, the local community will feel shut out. Finally, she spoke in
favor of denying the request for street vacation. Ms. Nielson then fielded questions from
Councilmembers.
City Attorney Bob Noe provided a legal definition of abutting property owners. "Abutting
property owners for purposes of the RCW, are those property owners who, in the event there is a
vacation, would take title to the street being vacated." In this case, the Bernhardt property, in the
event that portion of the street is vacated, would not take any title to any portion of the street.
Therefore, they are not an abutting property owner under the guises of the statute.
In layman's terms, Mr. Noe explained that when a street is vacated, property owners that abut
take title to the street. The City basically divests itself of any title and the property goes to the
property owners that abut. In this situation, the Bernhardt property is not an abutting property,
because if the street is vacated, they don't take title to any portion of the street. In this particular
situation, there is only one abutting property owner.
Rebuttal:
Ralph Hagler, o /b /o Sabev Corporation, petitioners in this matter. noted the drawings are not
to scale. The scale will be established and no property rights will be infringed upon by any
parties.
Council sought additional clarification from Mr. Hagler on miscellaneous points previously
covered.
Moved by Fenton; to hold the public hearing open to allow for the receipt of additional
information, input and data on this item before making a decision. The motion died for lack
of a second.
Rebuttal:
Gina Nielson. 12527 35th Avenue South, Tukwila. provided explanation to earlier comments
about the bollards. She said that where 35th Avenue South is blocked off, there's approximately
75 feet North of Sabey's northern most property boundary. Sabey proposes the 35th Avenue
street vacation go all the way to the most southern property boundary.
Additionally, she noted a petition was filed today at 4:45 p.m., with the City Clerk, with
signatures of approximately 85 residents in the neighborhood opposing the street vacation.
Councilmember Haggerton asked Ms. Nielson for the main objection of the petition. Ms.
Nielson's response: everything you just heard me say.
Trot/ Wallin. 12607 East Marginal Wav South. Tukwila. noted he was involved in drafting
the petition filed today. After speaking with neighbors while gathering signatures, he relayed
their overall concern of the perception that the Sabey Corporation will has not (in the past) and
will not live up to promises made.
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Donna West 143864 Tukwila International Boulevard, read a letter into the record on behalf
of Dwight McLean, unable to be present. The letter is in support of the Sabey Corporation and
the street vacation.
Gina Vail, 12607 East Marginal Wav South, Tukwila, rebutted a term used in McLean's letter
"wasteland She noted nesting hawks and bunnies used to live in the area before building
began. She spoke against Sabey buying that street as it's in her neighborhood.
Councilmember Linder sought clarification from Ms. Vail based upon her testimony that Ms.
Vail wants the street left open; yet if it's closed, she does not want fire trucks to have access.
Others, in the past, have testified they wanted streets closed, so that they live on dead end roads.
Ms. Vail does not want to see 35th Avenue a main raceway going up to International Boulevard.
She'd like it open for pedestrian use, but not for people to get into and out of Intergate East and
West, through the neighborhood. She is concerned the City will just open the street on a whim.
Sabey does not keep their promises.
Mayor Mullet stressed the City does not operate in such a matter. If the street is closed, it stays
closed. It doesn't matter who the "owner" of the road is. If it is closed, it stays closed.
Bob Bernhardt. 3418 South 126th. Tukwila, noted his objection to the street closure as it'll
reduce the net worth of his property. Further, Mr. Bernhardt also rebutted the wasteland
statement in McLean's letter.
Public Works Director Jim Morrow noted his was responsible for the NO TRESPASSING sign
being posted. It was for public safety during construction.
8:50 p.m. Moved by Fenton; seconded by Linder; to keep the record open for an
unspecified period of time to allow for the receipt of additional information
for Council consideration related to: clarification of map presented by Ralph
Hagler; property lines and buffers; property issues; salmon habitat issues;
fish ladder distance to proposed parking lot; map to scale showing tax
parcels and identifying people's properties who testified; location of
proposed bollards; Fire Department input on their position in the matter;
traffic circulation diagram with two scenarios (one with 35th opened and one
with 35th closed); proposed pedestrian routes; and access options into and
out of the neighborhood. The motion carried 7 -0.
9:00 p.m. Mayor Mullet called for a 5 minute recess.
9:10 p.m. Mayor Mullet reconvened the meeting.
b. Vacation of Unopened Right -of -Way at the 4200 Block of South 148th Street
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, VACATING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN
THE CITY, DEDICATED FOR STREET PURPOSES, GENERALLY
DESCRIBED AS THE WEST 25' OF LOT 5, BLOCK 1, ADAMS
HOTRACTS 2ND ADDITION, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL STREET MAP
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Mayor Mullet opened the public hearing.
Public Works Director Jim Morrow introduced Senior Engineer Jill Mosqueda. Ms. Mosqueda
noted the area in question is commonly referred to as the Thayer Short Plat. On that property,
four parcels have been created with 25 feet of right of way being dedicated for future access to
connect 148th to 150th. The property next door dedicated 25 feet when they short platted; as did
the two properties south.
Since that time, changes have occurred and the City may not get a connection from 148th to
150th. When Thayer did his short plat, the road was built to a standard the City no longer
approves. When Northwest Development brought the property, the City requested 1/2 street
improvements. Northwest argued. In the course of the argument, a developer's agreement was
created. It contains language that the City would vacate the 25 feet of right of way. Twenty Five
feet of property will return to each property who originally donated same. From there, there will
be maintenance agreements, with five conditions.
City Administrator McFarland provided background for Council's consideration. Afterwhich
Council sought clarification to issues discussed.
Jerry Robeson, o /b /o of Northwest Development, noted this is a situation, which, in his
experience, would have been a private road, as part of the original short plat. However, it does
not appear that a through street will be achieved. The logical thing is to return it back to a
private road, rather than have the City be responsible for its maintenance. Maintenance
agreements for responsible parties would be entered into in that situation.
Bruce MacVeieh, P.E., Civil Consultant EnEineer, o /b /o property owner Hedin., spoke in
favor of the vacation; making the road become "private," with no curbs, gutters or sidewalk
provisions.
Terry L. Hedin, 4310 South 150th Street. Tukwila, spoke in support of the street vacation.
He'll work the others to ensure the private road is maintained.
9:30 p.m. Mayor Mullet closed the public hearing.
Hernandez moved; Fenton seconded; to have the proposed ordinance read by title only.
The motion carried 7 -0.
City Attorney Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Hernandez moved; Fenton seconded; adoption of the proposed ordinance as read. The
motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1933
OLD BUSINESS:
OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
a. Tax levies for 2000 from previously- adopted ordinances regarding tax levies from
1999.
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1) An ordinance levying the general taxes for the City of Tukwila for the
fiscal year commencing January 1, 2000.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, LEVYING THE GENERAL TAXES FOR THE CITY OF
TUKWILA IN KING COUNTY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING
JANUARY 1, 2000, ON ALL PROPERTY, BOTH REAL AND PERSONAL,
IN SAID CITY WHICH IS SUBJECT TO TAXATION FOR THE PURPOSE
OF PAYING SUFFICIENT REVENUE TO CARRY ON THE SEVERAL
DEPARTMENTS OF SAID CITY FOR THE ENSUING YEAR AS
REQUIRED BY LAW; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1889; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Alan D. noted these are our attempt to re -pass taxes levied in 1999 for 2000. They are all
connected. These are not new taxes.
Carter moved; Duffie seconded; proposed ordinance be read by title only. The motion
carried 7 -0.
City Attorney Bob Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Carter moved; Duffie seconded; adoption of the proposed ordinance as read. The motion
carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1934
2) An ordinance relating to the City of Tukwila regular levy from the
previous year, commencing January 1, 2000, on all property, both real and
personal.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, RELATING TO 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; REPEALING ORDIANCNE NO. 1894;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLSHING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE
Carter moved; Duffie seconded; proposed ordinance be read by title only. The motion
carried 7 -0.
City Attorney Bob Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Haggerton moved; Carter seconded; adoption of the proposed ordinance as read. The
motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1935
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, RELATING TO THE LIMITING FACTOR FOR THE
REGULAR TAX LEVY ABOVE THE RATE OF INFLATION; REPEALING
ORDINANCE NO. 1890; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
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3) An ordinance relating to the limiting factor for the regular tax levy above
the rate of inflation.
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Duffie moved; Haggerton seconded; proposed ordinance be read by title only. The motion
carried 7 -0.
City Attorney Bob Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Duffie moved; Haggerton seconded; adoption of the proposed ordinance as read.*
Discussion:
Dwayne Traynor. 14940 58th Ave. So.. Tukwila, spoke against the ordinance and asked
Council to "regroup" their thinking on this proposed ordinance. He stated his belief that the
ordinance would hurt those on a fixed income.
Councilmember Carter confirmed there has been no increase in the property tax rate in at least 3
years for Tukwila residents. At which time, Mayor Mullet asked Finance Director Doersche4l to
state the dollar impact to a single family homeowner. Mr. Doerschel responded the increase
would be $14 $20 year year.
*The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1936
b. An ordinance vacating a portion of 37th Avenue South, North of South 126th
Street.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, VACATING 37TH AVENUE SOUTH FROM 126TH
STREET TO APPROXIMATELY 520 FEET NORTH, LOCATED IN THE
CITY OF TUKWILA; AMENDING THE OFFICIAL STREET MAP OF THE
CITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Duffie moved; Hernandez seconded; proposed ordinance be read by title only. The motion
carried 7 -0.
City Attorney Bob Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Duffie moved; Haggerton seconded; adoption of the proposed ordinance as read.*
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Discussion:
Ms. Carter sought clarification as to why this ordinance is just appearing on the agenda.
Mr. Morrow responded that all conditions have been met as outlined in the ordinance which is
now ready to be recorded with King County.
*The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1937
NEW BUSINESS:
a. An ordinance authorizing short-term financing for the golf course capital
plan.
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, RELATING TO CONTRACTING INDEBTEDNESS;
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF LIMITED TAX GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS; AUTHORIZING CITY FINANCE DIRECTOR TO
CONTRACT FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A LIMITED TAX GENERAL
OBLIGATION BOND ANTICIPATION NOTE OR NOTES IN THE
AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF NOT TO EXCEED $3,500,000.00 TO
PROVIDE FUNDS FOR CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS AT THE FOSTER
GOLF COURSE INCLUDING A NEW CLUBHOUSE, PARKING, COURSE
IMPROVEMENTS, MAINTENANCE FACILITY, AND OTHER FACILITY
UPGRADES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Duffie moved; Haggerton seconded; that the proposed ordinance be read by title only. The
motion carried 7 -0.
City Attorney Noe read the title of the proposed ordinance.
Haggerton moved; Fenton seconded; adoption of the proposed ordinance as read.*
Discussion:
Finance Director Alan Doerschel noted his department is currently soliciting bids for this item
right now. Monies may be available for as low as 5% interest. Additionally, Mr. Doerschel
noted he may seek the permission of Council to obtain $600,000.00, as the need may exist in the
near future.
Clarification was sought and Mr. Doerschel informed Council that repayment of the debt is made
from golf course revenues received.
*The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #1938
b. Authorization to send lodging tax budget to Lodging Tax Advisory Board for
Review An Update from Katherine Kertzman on Tourism Marketing.
Carter moved; Linder seconded; authorization to send the proposed Lodging Tax Budget
for 2001 to the Lodging Tax Advisory Board for review. The motion carried 7 -0.
Update from Katherine Kertzman on Tourism Marketing
In a year -to -date comparison, Ms. Kertzman informed Council that hotel room rentals at local
hotels are up 15% (first nine months of 1999 vs. first nine months of 2000). Advertising efforts
are also proving positive as more than 3,750 requests for area information have also been
received via telephone and website inquiries.
Ms. Kertzman informed Council of the www.thinktukwila.com website. Said website has been
added to many search engines and directories, using various ways of spelling Tukwila, so that no
matter how the word is spelled, the website will display.
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Next Ms. Kertzman spoke of the Tukwila Raincheck program. This program has 13 hotelier
participants and is offered during the offseason (November 1 to March 31) when nightly room
rentals are down nearly 40 The premise of the program is as follows:
A party rents a room for at least two nights. If it rains at any time during their stay, that party
will receive one nights room rental at no charge upon their next visit.
In conjunction with this program, the Rainforest Cafe has graciously donated 5,000 to 10,000
gift bags which are then filled with coupons and discounts to local area malls, restaurants,
Family Fun Center; movie theaters, etc.
Finally, Ms. Kertzman noted that she will continue to work hard on the
www.thinktukwila.website design and will not work as many trade shows as in the past.
Additionally, she said she will continue her work with the Museum of Flight as it relates to the
observance of Memorial Day.
Council asked various questions of Ms. Kertzman. Of particular interest was the fact that Seattle
hoteliers are down 8% over last year at this time; and SeaTac is down 3% from last year at this
time. Conversely, Bellevue is up slightly.
Carter moved; Duffie seconded; approval to expend funds in the amount of $1.3 million for
the purchase of property for park land.*
Discussion:
c. A motion approving the purchase of property for park land.
Dwayne Traynor, 14940 58th Ave. So., Tukwila, quoting from the CAS associated with this
item, noted it said "using the land for a park if possible." He sought clarification and wanted
assurance there is no hidden agendas for the property.
Mayor Mullet noted there are no hidden agendas and regarding the monies, noted it will be used
for a park, absolutely. He also noted the only reason we 're not specifically mentioning the
property is because we haven't bought it yet.
Dennis Robertson. former City Councilmember, asked has the piece of land been identified.
Mayor Mullet and unknown Councilmembers answered in the affirmative. Mr. Robertson noted
his hope that piece of land is not owned by a Councilmember. Council President Duffie
answered in the negative.
Mayor Mullet noted the City Council has been down this road once before. And, with no other
discussion, called for a vote on the motion. *The motion carried 7 -0.
REPORTS:
a. Mayor
Mayor Mullet no report.
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b. City Council:
Councilmember Hernandez attended an October 11 Suburban Cities Meeting as well as the
Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce Business luncheon. Ms. Hernandez attended the
Finance Safety Committee this evening.
Councilmember Carter attended an October 12 Transportation Policy Board Meeting of the
Puget Sound Regional Council. She plans to attend an October 17 SCATBd as well as the Foster
Community Club meeting.
Councilmember Duffie met with Foster High School wherein they discussed a Junior City
Council. More information will follow.
Councilmember Haggerton attended the October 11 Suburban Cities meeting in Normandy
Park. He was happy to see three Councilmembers and the Mayor present. He also attended the
T -5 Community Oriented Policing meeting on October 12. Next, he reported attendance at an
October 14 Working retreat with ACC members wherein they discussed 2001 goals. Mr.
Haggerton plans to attend, and invited others to attend the ACC Annual dinner with the
legislators on October 18, 2000.
Councilmember Linder announced attendance at a recent King County International Airport
Part 150 Advisory study meeting. It would appear that there are virtually no changes for the next
6 years. Cynthia Stewart will bring detailed information to a future Council meeting; especially
with regard to certain residents receiving FAA funding for sound insulation of home windows.
Funding may be available to those whose homes are up to code. This could cause concern and
result in many homes not actually receiving the assistance. More information will follow.
Councilmember Fenton will attend the October 18 Apartment Managers Banquet, at 6:30 p.m.,
at the Tukwila Community Center. Mr. Fenton also announced a lunch with representatives at
the Bai Tong II restaurant, Noon, on October 24.
Councilmember Simpson attended the Highway 99 Action Committee meeting on October 10
wherein they learned about some of the warning signs and what to look for as it relates to
potential methamphetamine labs.
c. Staff:
City Administrator McFarland noted the draft, supplemental EIS for the Tukwila Freeway
Route has been issued. Copies were distributed to Council and analysis is being done at the Staff
level. Prior comments presented by the City seem to have been included and incorporated. A
draft memorandum of understand between the City and Sound Transit is being worked on as the
City gets closer to getting some agreement on the Tukwila Freeway Route. Parties are working
toward the same goal of identifying the Tukwila Freeway Route as a viable freeway route.
Next, Mr. McFarland noted Bruce Fletcher will be providing an update on the Casey Foundation
at the October 23, 2000, C. O. W. meeting.
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d. City Attorney
City Attorney Bob Noe prepared a litigation update before this meeting. He asked that
information in the written update be kept confidential by Councilmembers as it contains items
protected under the guises of the Revised Code of Washington.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Councilmember Carter inquired about Notices of Public Hearings which were reported not to
have been received. She asked if City staff could check with the post office to ensure those
items are mailed out and in a timely fashion. Mr. McFarland assured her City staff goes above
and beyond the State requirements in notifying individuals of public hearings and noted staff also
sends them via first -class mail and in a timely fashion.
ADJOURNMENT:
10:24p.m. Duffle moved; Linder seconded; adjournment of the Regular meeting. The
motion carried 7 -0.
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Steven M. Mullet, Mayor
Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
Date Minutes Approved: November 6, 2000