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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-01-21 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council City Hall Council Chambers MINUTES Regular Meeting January 21, 2014 — 7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL Mayor Haggerton called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:03 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, Dennis Robertson, De'Sean Quinn, Allan Ekberg, Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, and Kate Kruller. CITY OFFICIALS Jim Haggerton, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney; Mike Villa, Police Chief; Chris Flores, Acting Fire Chief; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Jack Pace, Community Development Director; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Don Tomaso, Fire Marshal; Mary Miotke, IT Director; Kimberly Matej, Government Relations Manager; Joyce Trantina, Project Analyst; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. CITIZEN COMMENTS Wendy Morgan, 18623 48th Place South, SeaTac, relayed that she is pleased to announce that she is returning to be the new Vice President of the Tukwila Historical Society. Ms. Morgan summarized from a press release as follows: Additional Historical Society officers include Joan Hernandez (former City Councilmember) as President, Pat Brodin (immediate Past President) as Secretary, and Louise Jones Brown (Interim Director) as Interim Treasurer. Plans for 2014 include an ADA bathroom remodel at the Tukwila Heritage Center (14475 59th Avenue South, Tukwila); a series of open houses at the Center; completion of the Sister Cities Exhibit and participation in the STEPS Program, a series of community participation workshops that address setting standards for governance, displays, collections, and membership. The Historical Society is looking forward to a great year. Joan Hernandez, 15224 Sunwood Blvd., referenced the historic preservation ordinance adopted by the Council in November 2012. That ordinance was then forwarded to King County for their approval. The King County Council made some non - substantive language changes to the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) associated with the historic preservation ordinance. The County Council made the same changes to similar Interlocal Agreements with Burien and Enumclaw. In August of 2013, the cities of Burien and Enumclaw approved the changes made by the County Council without the need to take the agreements back to their respective Councils. It is her understanding that the ILA for Tukwila will need to come back before the Council. She asked the Council to provide support in getting the ILA approved and executed. David Cline, City Administrator, stated that if the changes are not technical and non - substantive, he would work with the City Attorney about next steps to approve the ILA. Councilmember Kruller asked if there was a deadline. Ms. Hernandez said there is not a deadline, however, execution of the ILA will assist with grant eligibility. The Councilmembers exchanged comments on this issue with a focus on expediting this issue and remaining consistent with City processes. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 21, 2014 Page 2 of 5 CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 1/6/14 (Regular Mtg.) b. Approval of Vouchers: #365309- 365411, #131200 in the amount of $2,033,297.35 c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interagency Agreement with the King County Solid Waste Division to accept grant funds for the Tukwila Recycling Program in the amount of $35,883.00. (Forwarded to Consent by the Council President with concurrence of the Community Affairs and Parks Committee Chair.) d. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interagency Agreement with the Washington State Patrol regarding reimbursement to Tukwila for costs incurred by the Fire Department. (Forwarded to Consent by the Council President with concurrence of the Finance and Safety Committee Chair.) MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. A resolution affirming the City of Tukwila's support for the Growing Transit Communities Compact. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY SEAL THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AFFIRMING THE CITY OF TUKWILA'S SUPPORT FOR THE GROWING TRANSIT COMMUNITIES COMPACT. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1812. b. A resolution adopting a legislative agenda for use during the 2014 Washington State Legislative Session. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING A LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR USE DURING THE 2014 WASHINGTON STATE LEGISLATIVE SESSION. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1813. c. A resolution promoting the use of apprentices in Public Works projects over $1 million and establishing apprenticeship guidelines. MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, PROMOTING THE USE OF APPRENTICES IN PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS OVER $1 MILLION DOLLARS AND ESTABLISHING APPRENTICESHIP UTILIZATION GUIDELINES. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 21, 2014 Page 3 of 5 MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1814. NEW BUSINESS a. Approve a fireworks permit submitted by the Vietnamese Church of Saint Martyrs, 6841 South 180th Street, for the Lunar New Year Celebration January 28 — February 6, 2014. (Forwarded to New Business by the Council President with concurrence of the Finance and Safety Committee Chair.) MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO APPROVE A FIREWORKS PERMIT SUBMITTED BY THE VIETNAMESE CHURCH OF SAINT MARTYRS, 6841 SOUTH 180TH STREET, FOR THE LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION JANUARY 28 — FEBRUARY 6, 2014.* Don Tomaso, Fire Marshal, provided a summary of this item. The Vietnamese Church of Saint Martyrs at 6841 South 180th Street has applied for a fireworks permit for the upcoming Lunar New Year, January 28- February 6, 2014. A part of the celebration is the use of strings of firecrackers, for which a permit is required. The planned events where firecrackers will be used occur on January 30, and February 2 and 3. Staff identified one commercial property located in Kent that may be impacted by the firecrackers and included a permit condition to ensure notification to the property occupants /owners. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Haggerton reported that on January 15, 2014 he attended the Sound Cities Association Board of Directors Meeting. A focal point at this meeting was the King County proposal for transportation. During this past week, multiple meetings with City staff were conducted regarding "High Performing Organizations" (HPO). Positive results will be occurring based on the HPO trainings and workshops attended by staff City -wide. On January 17, 2014 the Mayor attended the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network (PSERN) meeting. Key staff members from Valley Com met with the Mayor regarding the organizational implementation of the Board. Additionally, that same day he participated in an Association of Washington Cities (AWC) federal legislative conference call, with a focus on priorities. Citizen Comment Joan Hernandez, 15224 Sunwood Blvd., referenced the fireworks permit item discussed earlier in the meeting, and she appreciated that it was approved. She noted that information in the agenda packet referenced that this "had not been done before." She recalls in the past that the City did allow fireworks for a couple to celebrate their wedding, and she is glad to see the City embracing the commitment to promote an inclusive community. b. City Council Councilmember Robertson reported that he and Councilmember Kruller attended the recent Economic Forum, with a focus on commercial real estate in the Puget Sound area. Four economists presented information and professional insights regarding the local economy. The information presented indicates that 2013 was a good year regarding growth; 2014 will not be as good nor will 2015. With regard to taxable retail sales in the Puget Sound area, there was 6.1% growth in 2012; 7.1% in 2013; and there is anticipated to be a drop in growth of 4.9% in 2014 and then 5.9% in 2015. The 4 economists were uniform in their belief that there is nothing happening on a national level that will create growth any faster. Mr. Robertson came away from the forum with the view that while the economy has improved, there will not be a spike in growth similar to what existed in 2007. There will be short, sustained growth that will Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 21, 2014 Page 4 of 5 slow down in the next couple of years. This is significant to the City in making long -term financial commitments. Council President Quinn expressed appreciation to his wife who recently delivered their son, Braxton. He also relayed his appreciation for her support and encouragement toward him in the role of Council President. Councilmember Hougardy attended the Soundside Alliance Executive Committee meeting and the Sound Cities Association (SCA) board and committee orientation on January 15, 2014. Ms. Hougardy is the Vice -Chair of the Soundside Alliance Executive Committee and will also perform the role of Acting Chair due to the Chair of the Committee stepping out of the position. On January 17, she attended the SCA Transit Workshop Committee meeting, where the focus was on bus routes and schedules. This is an extensive and complicated issue that will require additional review and collaboration. Councilmember Kruller attended the Tukwila International Boulevard Action Committee (TIBAC) meeting, where the focus was on refining their vision and supporting an end to human trafficking in this area. She attended the SCA Board meeting on January 15, 2014 and the annual Economic Forum on January 16, 2014. She found it invaluable to be informed regarding current economic trends and the importance of that information to the City. Washington is a trade state and corridors and transportation routes being open and available for trade is vital. A significant session at the event involved major developers and commercial clusters. From her standpoint, Tukwila is situated for a very good future. Ms. Kruller also attended the recent Tukwila Historical Society meeting and is excited about the new officers. She also attended the recent Sustain Tukwila Pool (STP) meeting and participated in a 2 -day class regarding ham radios. She expressed appreciation to those who honored Martin Luther King Jr. Day by volunteering or taking the time to pay respects to the great leadership in our country that honored equity in our society. c. Staff David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator Report and 2013 Work Plan status report for the 4th quarter in the packet and offered to answer any questions. Additionally, Mr. Cline reported that he attended the Economic Forum along with the Community Development Director and Economic Development Administrator. Mr. Cline reported that with regard to the Tukwila South Project, staff is working on accounting protocols and will keep the Council updated on that issue. Additionally, a tentative agreement has been reached with Puget Sound Energy on relocating the gas line for that project. d. City Attorney There was no report. e. Intergovernmental Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst, referenced the Council Retreat that will be conducted January 24 -26, 2014. MISCELLANEOUS Council President Quinn offered the reminder that the Metropolitan Park District (MPD) Board Meeting will be tomorrow (January 22, 2014 at 5:30 p.m.). ANNOUNCEMENT Mayor Haggerton announced: The Council will now go into Executive Session to discuss: Potential Property Acquisition — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes January 21, 2014 Page 5 of 5 It will last no more than 60 minutes, and no decisions will be made during the Executive Session. After the Executive Session, the Council may choose to take action. The public will be re- admitted to the Council Chambers at that time. Please note that while the Executive Session will last no more than 60 minutes, it could end earlier; if you would like to be here if action is taken, you may want to stay in the lobby area. EXECUTIVE SESSION Potential Property Acquisition — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) — No more than 60 minutes Start: 7:49 p.m. Attendees: Jim Haggerton, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director; Mike Villa, Police Chief; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Joyce Trantina, Project Analyst; Tukwila City Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Dennis Robertson, De'Sean Quinn, Allan Ekberg, Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, Kate Kruller. End: 8:13 p.m. 8:17 p.m. Mayor Haggerton reconvened the Regular Meeting. AMEND AGENDA MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO ADD NEW BUSINESS ITEM 5b. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. NEW BUSINESS ITEM 5b Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney, explained that in early January 2014, the U.S. Attorney's Office contacted the City regarding the potential purchase of the Traveler's Choice Motel. This was one of the motels seized during the recent federal forfeiture on Tukwila International Boulevard. The City has been negotiating with the U.S. Attorney's Office and the bank that holds the primary lien on the Traveler's Choice Motel regarding that purchase. A tentative agreement has been reached to purchase the property for no more than $900,000.00, minus 50% of the cost of any remediation work needed on the property. The remediation work will be based on an environmental assessment that will take place this coming Thursday (January 23, 2014). Action needs to be taken quickly as the bank is facing a deadline of February 27, 2014 to reopen the property to maintain its non - conforming status as a motel. Otherwise it cannot be operated as a motel and the value of the property significantly decreases. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH BBCN BANK AND THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE TO PURCHASE THE TRAVELER'S CHOICE MOTEL FOR UP TO $900,000.00. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. ADJOURNMENT 8:21 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Jimggerton, Mayo G Christy O'Flahe y, City Clerk APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 2/3/14 AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 2/4/14