HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-06-25 Committee of the Whole MinutesTUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
June 25, 2001 7:00 p.m.
Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers
COMMITTEE OF WHOLE MEETING MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Council President Joan Hernandez called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
OFFICIALS:
Mayor Steven M. Mullet; City Administrator John McFarland; Council Analyst Lucy
Lauterbach; Deputy City Clerk Bob Baker; Roberta Nelson, Volunteer Coordinator; Steve
Lancaster, Community Development Director; Darrell Baskin, Tukwila Police Department; Jim
Schell, Tukwila Fire Department; and Jim Morrow, Public Works Director
COUNCIL ATTENDANCE:
Present were Council President Joan Hernandez; and Councilmembers Joe Duffle; Pam Carter;
Jim Haggerton; David Fenton and Richard Simpson.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Swearing in of new Tukwila Police Department Officer Jill S. Hallin
Captain Dave Haynes introduced Ms. Jill Hallin, a lateral officer from the City of Medina. The five -year
experienced officer is a lover of horses and is a licensed judge and trainer.
b. "Treasures of Tukwila" Award
Council President Joan Hernandez praised members (both present and not) of Tukwila's
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Committee for their outstanding contributions to the community. She
acknowledged the great success of a recent Habitat Fair to increase awareness and encourage
participation in the program.
Next, Committee member Michelle Roedell was presented with the 2001 Treasures of Tukwila
Award for the time and effort she has dedicated in making Tukwila a better place to live and
work as leader of the Backyard Habitat Program.
The Council learned that to date, "50 or more" backyards have been certified under Committee
guidelines.
Councilmembers Linder, Carter and Haggerton gave thanks for the Committee's efforts. Also
praised was Roberta Nelson, the City's Volunteer Coordinator.
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CITIZEN COMMENT:
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Pat Molera, 12065 44th Place South, Tukwila, speaking on behalf of Union Tank Works.
sought direction from Council on ways to avoid an impending closure date of July 31, 2001,
based upon agreement between his business and City staff Trying to relocate the business
"across the street" has proved fruitless.
Due to an ever increasing good relationship with neighbors, Mr. Molera is very much in favor of
staying in business within Tukwila. He asked for any assistance Council may be able to offer.
City Administrator McFarland advised Council that City staff can review options within the
zoning code, if any, and prepare a report for Mayoral review; as the business use is no longer
permitted.
Councilmember Haggerton asked for an inclusion into said report. He seeks other places within
Tukwila where Union Tank Works can relocate. Mr. McFarland responded in the affirmative.
PUBLIC HEARING:
2002 -2007 Transportation Improvement Program
7:20 p.m. Council President Hernandez opened the public hearing.
James Morrow, Public Works Director, informed Council the Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) is required by Washington statute (RCW) to be updated annually. Adopted by
resolution after a public hearing, the TIP is then incorporated into the Regional and Washington
State TIP. The TIP is primarily a financial planning document for projects competing for grant
funds throughout the State of Washington.
Tukwila's TIP and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) list many of the same transportation related
projects. The tip lists projects for the next six years; while the CIP lists projects scheduled
beyond that time frame. Differences between the two exist where there are changes in priority;
funding availability.
Mr. Morrow reviewed materials previously provided to Council. Additionally, he fielded
questions and comments from various Councilmembers.
CITIZEN COMMENT:
Ms. Hernandez called for citizen comment /input. None was received.
7:23 p.m. Council President Hernandez closed the public hearing.
COUNCIL DELIBERATION:
None. Consensus was to consider the resolution on the Special meeting agenda which directly
follows this meeting.
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SPECIAL ISSUES:
a. An Ordinance Establishing a Sign Code Appeal Fee
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, AMENDING TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE, SIGN CODE
CHAPTER 19.20, BY ESTABLISHING A SIDE CODE APPEAL FEE;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
This item is forwarded to the July 2 City Council Regular meeting for action.
Councilmembers Carter, Simpson and Haggerton spoke in favor of the project.
This item is forwarded to the July 2 City Council Regular meeting for action.
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Steve Lancaster, Director, Department of Community Development, reviewed the history of this
legislation with Council. He reminded Council that the proposed ordinance establishes a fee for
appeals to the hearing examiner on sign code issues; and allows reimbursement of the fee to
those who are successful in their appeal.
Mr. Lancaster stressed the purpose of the proposed ordinance is to encourage responsible use of
the appeal process and to allow partial reimbursement of City costs for the process.
Councilmembers Duffle, Haggerton, Linder and Fenton all spoke in favor of the proposed
ordinance.
b. Consultant Contract with Certified Land Services Corporation in the amount of
$115,500.00 for provision of right -of -way acquisition services for Tukwila
International Boulevard Project Phase I
Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, introduced this item to Council and informed them it is the
first step to construction on Tukwila International Boulevard (TIB).
Noting the intensive nature of the paperwork required to acquire rights -of -way and easements for
sidewalk, curb and gutter, utilities, and bus pullouts, Mr. Morrow spoke in favor of this contract.
The contractors will handle all paperwork (appraisals, review of appraisals, start work on
negotiations for easements, etc.) for the above listed items for each of 19 properties located near
TIB.
Tukwila is limited in who it may contract with for these services, as they must be chosen from a
WSDOT- approved list. Certified Land Services Corp., does indeed, appear on the WSDOT-
approved list.
Mr. Morrow reported the firm has a plan, is ready to start and wants to stay at, or below the
maximum allowable amount of $115,500.00.
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c. An Ordinance Authorizing and Providing for the Acquisition of Land for the
Purpose of Constructing the Tukwila International boulevard, Phase I, and
providing for Condemnation, Appropriation and Taking of Land and Property
Rights Necessary Therefor
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF LAND FOR THEP URPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING THE
TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD PHASE I; PROVIDING FOR
CONDEMNATION, APPROOPRIATION AND TAKING OF LAND AND
PROPERTY RIGHTS NECESSARY THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR THE
COST THEREOF; DIRECTING THE INITIATION OF APPROPRIATE
PROCEEDINGS IN THE MANNER PROVIDED BY LAW FOR THE
CONDEMNATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Jim Morrow spoke in favor of the proposed ordinance and noted its potential need as the City
begins securing rights -of -way and easements for the TIB redevelopment project.
Mr. Morrow informed Council the City is required to certify acquisition of the rights -of -way for
WSDOT approval prior to advertisement for construction. The proposed advertisement date for
the project is in August, 2001. With this timeframe, the City would be allowed to obligate
construction funds before the State's and Region's obligation authority is exhausted.
Necessary appraisals are pending and negotiations with property owners will begin after their
completion. It is critical to the project that negotiations are completed in a timely fashion. If
those negotiations fail, condemnation proceedings will be necessary to obtain the properties
needed. Mr. Morrow reminded Council that use of the condemnation ordinance would be a last
resort issue.
Finally, Mr. Morrow informed Council of impending, regular status updates on all parcels.
Councilmembers Carter and Haggerton spoke in favor of the ordinance and noted its importance
with a project of this magnitude. Additionally, Ms. Carter informed Council nothing precludes
them from speaking about this project with community members should inquiries be received.
Additionally, Councilmembers may view any of the sites involved with the project.
This item is forwarded to the July 2 City Council Regular meeting for action.
d. Public Fireworks Display Permit Application Family Fun Center
Lucy Lauterbach, Legislative Analyst, noted the permit application process began in April of this
year and is just now coming to the City Council for consideration.
In addition to other conditions to hold the fireworks display, Family Fun Center was required to
apply for and obtain written permission from the Washington State Patrol; notify FAA; notify
BNSF; establish a safety perimeter on both sides of the Green River; maintain discharge
monitors in visible uniform clothing; and maintain portable fire extinguishers before unloading
the pyrotechnics from the transport vehicle.
Consensus was to consider this item at a Special meeting directly following this meeting.
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REPORTS:
a. Mayor
Also on June 28 is an I -405 Executive Committee meeting.
b. City Council
Councilmember Duffle reported a Texas vacation during the week of June 18 -22.
Councilmember Fenton also attended last weeks AWC Conference.
c. City Staff
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Mayor Mullet reported attendance at the AWC Conference, in Bellevue, for a major portion of
last week. He was pleased to announce Councilmember Pam Carter was elected Western At
Large Member to the AWC Board of Directors.
Next, the Mayor reported a scheduled tour of the Kirkland Teen Center on June 28. He spoke of
many facets to their Teen Center and has already presented some of those ideas with Tukwila
Parks Recreation Director Bruce Fletcher.
Councilmember Carter attended a June 19 SCATBd meeting; in addition to spending several
days at last weeks AWC Conference. Ms. Carter also attended a Transportation Committee
meeting directly before this meeting. Finally, Ms. Carter informed Council the old Derby
Tavern is being improved and turned into a Somali food restaurant.
Council President Hernandez attended the June 19 Utilities Committee meeting in
Councilmember Duffle's absence. She also attended a June 20 Soroptomists Award meeting and
a Foster Community Club picnic later that same evening. Finally, on June 23, Ms. Hernandez
attended a fund raising event for the Cherry Blossom Festival.
Councilmember Haggerton also attended the AWC Conference last week. There he was proud
to learn Councilmember Carter had been chosen to serve on the AWC Board of Directors
(Western At Large Member); especially in light of the fact that was a first for the City of
Tukwila.
Councilmember Linder reported a June 26, 4:45 p.m., Community Affairs Parks Committee
meeting.
Councilmember Simpson attended the June 19 Utilities Committee meeting; as well as much of
the AWC Conference.
City Administrator John McFarland reported a meeting today with MIT representative Daniel
Brant, a nationally renowned expert on rail ridership. The City was able to gain access to the
model, the assumptions and ridership numbers used by Sound Transit for their evaluation of
various segments. Dr. Brant also spent time with the Sound Transit modeling expert. While no
report results have yet been received, Mr. McFarland assured Council they would be copied and
distributed upon receipt.
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Next, Mr. McFarland noted the Tukwila Community Garage Sale dates are July 21 and 22.
Postcards will be mailed to all residents informing them of the event.
Mr. McFarland noted the City is in the process of getting a court date on the Brock house seizure
(a former meth. lab, on 150th). The owners filed an appeal to the seizure today, thus triggering a
court date for a hearing.
Finally, the City Administrator noted the Open Public Meeting Act (House Bill) passed. The bill
more sharply defines when executive sessions are allowed. He sees no changes in Tukwila's
practices with use of the sessions.
d. Legislative Analyst
Lucy Lauterbach noted the Legislature has passed an operating budget, which mainly funds
education, not leaving much money for other items such as human services or transportation
issues. Therefore, Governor Locke will call legislators together in July to come to an agreement
on the transportation planning committees.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Council President Hernandez reported receipt of an e -mail response from Senator Julia Patterson
on HB 1762 (Soda Pop House Bill). The bill never made it to the Senate and most likely will not
proceed to the Legislature this year.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Stricken.
ADJOURN TO SPECIAL MEETING:
8:34 p.m. There being no further business to come before the Council, Fenton moved;
Haggerton seconded; to adjourn the Committee of Whole and convene a City Council
Special meeting. The motion carried 7 -0.
Joa'n Council President
Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
Date Minutes Signed: July 2, 2001