HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-05-07 Regular MinutesMayor Steve Mullet called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.; and led the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
OFFICIALS:
ROLL CALL:
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
May 7, 2001 7:00 p.m.
Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
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; City Engineer Brian Shelton and Public Works Project Manager Frank Iriarte.
City Clerk Jane Cantu called the roll of Council. Those present included Councilmembers Joe
Duffie; Pam Carter; Jim Haggerton; Pam Linder; David Fenton; and Richard Simpson.
Duffie moved; Haggerton seconded; to excuse the absence of Council President Joan
Hernandez. The motion carried 6 0.
CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE:
Chris Mitchell, on behalf of the Tukwila Wildlife Project, announced each Councilmember's property has
met the resource requirements to be certified as a Backyard Wildlife Sanctuary for the benefit and
protection of Washington's urban wildlife.
Next, Mr. Mitchell reported a press conference is set for Friday, May 11, at 10:00 a.m., at Tukwila
Community Center. Hopeful guests include Tim Stearns and various media representatives. All are
invited.
Finally, Mr. Mitchell noted the Tukwila Wildlife Habitat Fair is set for Saturday, May 12, at 10:00 a.m.,
at Tukwila Community Center. Councilmembers agreed publicity for the event has been very visible
within the City.
CONSENT AGENDA:
a. Approval of Minutes April 16, 2001 Regular; April 23, 2001 Special
b. Approval of Vouchers 228060 228077, in the amt. of $582,485.73
Duffie moved; Haggerton seconded; approval of the consent agenda, as presented. The motion
carried 6 -0.
OLD BUSINESS:
Motion authorizing funding in the amount of $160,000.00 for the 2001 Lodging Tax Marketing
Branding Campaign.
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Carter moved; Linder seconded; a motion authorizing funding in the amount of $160,000.00, for
the 2001 Lodging Tax Marketing Branding Campaign. The motion carried 6 -0.
NEW BUSINESS:
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a. Accept as complete the miscellaneous underground tanks removal, abandonment and
replacement project with Aspen Environmental, Ltd., in the amount of $196,491.88; and
authorize release of retainage
Noting this item had been through Transportation Committee, Councilmember Carter reminded Council
that locations for the work included pump station number 2 at Minkler Shops; Fire Stations No. 51 53;
City Hall and George Long Shops. Two change orders were issued for a substantial amount of soil
removal, testing and replacement of contaminated materials.
Fenton moved; Haggerton seconded; a motion to accept as complete Contract No. 99 -127, with
Aspen Environmental, Ltd., in the amount of $196,491.88; for the removal, abandonment and
replacement of various fuel tanks; and, to authorize release of retainage. The motion carried 5 -0.*
*Clerical Note: After discussion began, Councilmember Simpson left chambers on an errand and was not
present during the vote. He returned to chambers directly after the results of the vote were announced.
b. Accept as complete the Foster Golf Course Maintenance Facility Project with Clements
Brothers, Inc., in the amount of $1,282,618.95; and authorize release of retainage.
Councilmember Carter explained this was a project where a large overage occurred. Citing the April 23,
2001, Transportation Committee minutes, the overages (in the form of change orders) were required
"because of deficiencies in planning, design and...being in ...flood zone." Contingency monies were
used in advance, which left no additional funds for the change orders. The project was substantially
completed on March 1, 2001.
Haggerton moved; Duffie seconded; a motion to accept as complete Contract No. 99 -137, with
Clements Brothers, Inc., in the amount of $1,282,618.95; for the Foster Golf Course Maintenance
Facility Project; and to authorize release of retainage. The motion carried 6 -0.
c. Accept as complete the Pacific Highway South Bridge Project with Mowat Construction,
Inc., in the amount of $6,301,910.55; and authorize release of retainage.
This contract was entered into for purposes of replacing the old, narrow truss bridge over the Duwamish
River, with a new steel deck plate girder bridge. A substantial completion of the project occurred on
January 19, 2001. Two change orders were issued to remove old, buried timbers and for a new, biological
assessment requirement. This project had under -runs amounting to $170,705.20.
Haggerton moved; Fenton seconded; a motion to accept as complete Contract No. 98 -041, with
Mowat Construction, Inc., in the amount of $6,301,910.55; for the Pacific Highway South Bridge
Project; and to authorize release of retainage.
d. Potential surplus of two City -owned residences (discussion and /or decision)
Councilmember Linder noted this item was considered at the Community Affairs Parks Committee on
April 24, 2001. She also noted personal concerns regarding verbiage in TMC 2.64.070 (Unacceptable
bids Negotiation of bids) which states, in part, "...in no event shall the property be sold for less than the
appraised value of such property." While she agrees the properties should be surplused, Ms. Linder also
stated the TMC is ambiguous as to who is responsible for preparing the property appraisals in connection
with the bid process.
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Councihnembers agreed moving the residences could prove costly to bidders, considering such factors as
moving electrical wires, site preparation, utilities installation, foundation work, etc.
Duffie moved; Fenton seconded; to move forward with the surplus of City property (residence) at
14211 37th Avenue South (Cascade View Park site); and to obtain further legal information
regarding process and procedure.*
Councilmember Haggerton noted for the record the fact Tukwila's City Council is in no way undermining
the Tukwila Historical Society or their efforts /goals as they may relate to these two properties.
*The motion carried 6 -0.
Duffie moved; Linder seconded; to move forward with the surplus of City property (residence) at
Foster Golf Course, formerly used as the Parks and Golf Maintenance Facility; and to obtain
further legal information regarding processing and procedure. The motion carried 6 -0.
REPORTS:
a. Mayor
Mayor Mullet announced a recent trip to Walla Walla with City Administrator John McFarland wherein
they attended the conference on Main Street Rehabilitation. He enjoyed the conference and returned with
tips and information for Council and staff relating to marketing analysis, marketing tools and
informational brochures.
b. City Council
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Councilmember Duffie was pleased DCD Director Steve Lancaster was present at Tukwila Elementary
School (on May 3) as they unveiled the final designs for Arts in Public Places. University of Washington
students will begin construction of the projects on Saturday, April 12, 2001.
Additionally, Mr. Duffie was pleased to be part of a question and answer session (along with Foster High
School Junior Council members) conducted by TV stations 4, 5, 13 22.
Councilmember Carter reported attendance at the April 25 Tukwila Community Cares Network
meeting; the April 27 Economic Development Council breakfast regarding the energy crisis; and later the
same day, a Regional Transit Committee meeting. On May 1, Ms. Carter attended the Tukwila Children's
Foundation breakfast; the May 3 Suburban Cities Focus Group on Strategic Planning and Equity
Diversity Commission meeting. On May 4, she went to the Tukwila School District's Public Relations
Advisory Committee meeting.
Councilmember Haggerton attended the Economic Development Council breakfast on April 27; the
ACC Executive Committee meeting on May 2; and the AWC Nominating Committee meeting on May 4.
He intends to be present at the Suburban Cities Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 9.
Mr. Haggerton then announced the next AWC Conference dates of June 19 -22, in Bellevue. Finally, He
announced his name has been submitted for election to the Small Cities Advisory Council of the National
League of Cities. If successful, his appointment will not require any additional expense to the City of
Tukwila, as meetings will be held twice yearly during the National League of Cities convention.
Councilmember Linder took part in the April 28 Highway 99 Action Committee cleanup efforts; and a
May 1 Cascade View Park meeting. Next, she reported the resignation of Rosemary Unterseher from the
Roundtable and Part 150 Study Advisory Committee (for the King County International Airport). Citing
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health reasons and returning to work on a part-time basis, Ms. Unterseher is no longer able to devote the
time required to adequately serve on the committees.
Related to the need for a reduction in noise while retaining a healthy, viable airport; Ms. Linder noted the
cancellation of a May 3 community meeting previously set to address those topics. To her knowledge,
the community meeting will be reset to May 30. More information will follow.
Councilmember Fenton attended the Economic Development Council breakfast on April 27 and the
May 3 National Day of Prayer ceremony he hosted, outside City Hall. He then announced a May 12
"warbirds display" at the Museum of Flight. Finally, Mr. Fenton noted he, too, plans to attend the May 9
Suburban Cities Association Annual monthly dinner.
Councilmember Simpson attended the Tukwila Children's Foundation breakfast on May 1 as well as the
Cascade View Park meeting. He also reported receipt of an e -mail from Lowe's of Tukwila, regarding
volunteers in the City and forwarded same to Mayor Mullet for action.
c. Staff
City Administrator John McFarland had no report.
d. City Attorney
Assistant City Attorney Simon Stocker reported recent successes by City Attorney Bob Noe relative to
Deja vu litigation. Mr. Noe has taken recent depositions in Michigan and California. Many motions have
been prepared and filed by Mr. Noe. He'll report back shortly.
Finally, Mr. Stocker announced his departure from Kenyon, Dornay Marshall to join City Attorney's staff
in the City of Kent.
ADJOURNMENT:
8:20 p.m. Duffie moved; Haggerton seconded; to adjourn the regular meeting. The motion
carried 6 -0.
Steve M. Mullet, Mayor
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Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
Dated Minutes Approved: Mav 21. 2001
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