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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-05-03 Regular MinutesMay 3, 1993 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OFFICIALS SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Introduction of New Employees Agenda Amended CONSENT AGENDA April 5 Minutes Withdrawn APPOINTMENTS AND PROCLAMATIONS OF THE MAYOR Police Officer's Memorial Day Appointments to Human Services Advisory Brd. Pos. 6 and #7 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES The following new City employees were introduced to Council: Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers Mayor Rants called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. JOE DUFFIE; JOAN HERNANDEZ; STEVE LAWRENCE, Council President; DENNIS ROBERTSON; CHARLES SIMPSON; ALLAN EKBERG; STEVE MULLET. LINDA COHEN, City Attorney; JOHN McFARLAND, City Administrator; RICK BEELER, DCD Director; ROSS EARNST, Public Works Director; TOM KEEFE, Fire Chief; LUCY LAUTERBACH, Council Analyst; NICK OLIVAS, Assistant Fire Chief; VERN UMETSU, Associate Planner; RON WALDNER, Police Chief; DON WILLIAMS, Parks Recreation Director. MARY MIOTKE, Information Systems Coordinator; MARK CROWLEY, Firefighter; ERIC STRENG, Firefighter; GEORGE KARAFFA, Firefighter; AL METZLER, Fire Inspector; TANYA LATHAM, Recreation Leader; MIKE RYCKMAN, Public Works. MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, TO MOVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AHEAD OF APPOINTMENTS. MOTION CARRIED. a. Approval of Minutes: April 5 and 12 (Spec. Mtg.) b. Approval of Vouchers: Nos.64387 through 64617 in the amount of $474,055.63. c. Reassignment of Human Services Advisory Board position numbers. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS SUBMITTED.* Councilmember Robertson asked that the April 5 minutes be withdrawn. *MOTION CARRIED AS AMENDED. Mayor Rants read a Proclamation designating May 14th as Police Officers Memorial Day. Police Chief Ron Waldner introduced Sergeant Larry Richardson and Master Police Officer Gerry Myklebust who accepted the proclamation on behalf of the police department. Chief Waldner invited the audience to attend a memorial service at 9 a.m. on May 14th at the flag pole in the parking lot at city hall. Mayor Rants asked Council's concurrence with his appointments of Sarah Skoglund to Position No. 6 (Business representative) and Katy Lynch (Religious Community representative) to Position No. 7 on the Human Services Advisory Board. MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY SIMPSON, THAT THESE TWO INDIVIDUALS BE SO NAMED TO THE POSITIONS OFFERED. MOTION CARRIED. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting May 3, 1993 Page 2 Appointments (con't) Appts. to Human Services Advisory Board, Pos. 6 &7 Appointments to Tukwila Tomorrow Committee Citizen Comment Ms. Lynch commented that she is interested in seeing the church community more involved with meeting the needs of the Tukwila community. Ms. Lynch works for Love, Inc., an organization who's primary objective is to put volunteers from the churches in touch with people with needs. Mayor Rants explained that as requested by Council he met with members of the Tukwila Tomorrow Committee regarding the staffing of vacancies on the committee. Eight members agreed that they would like to have the positions filled. They shared Council's philosophy that there must be a cut -off date, and indicated they would be willing to consider Council's suggestions. Councilmember Hernandez commented that she had no objection to filling the vacant positions if it was agreeable with the Tukwila Tomorrow Committee. She cautioned against the continual appointment of people who are totally new that need to be brought up to speed, noting that it could somewhat diminish the credibility of the committee. Hernandez noted that the two candidates, John Welch and Ellen Ryan, had been sitting in on the meetings and willingly volunteering their time to be a part of the committee. Betty Gully, 13017 Macadam Road So., Tukwila Tomorrow Committee member, commented she was pleased that John Welch would be serving on the committee as he had attended most past meeting and offered input on specific issues. Gully stated she personally hoped that as the committee gets farther into the process, no more appointments be made because it would be very difficult to bring people up to speed on the issues. Councilmember Robertson suggested that staff or the Planning Commission could work on some parts of the comp plan to lighten the committee's work load. MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, TO CONCUR WITH THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF JOHN WELCH AND ELLEN RYAN TO THE TUKWILA TOMORROW COMMITTEE.* John Welch commented he appreciated the committee allowing him to sit in on the meetings thus far. Referencing property owned by Mr. Welch on Highway 99, Council President Lawrence asked whether Mr. Welch would withdraw from comp plan discussions of that area. Mr. Welch responded that it would be hard to tell Council that he wouldn't be prejudice to try to protect his own interest. However, Mr. Welch stated he felt the Tukwila Tomorrow Committee is very strong, and that one person making a suggestion would not change the committee's feelings. Welch stated that if it were Council's pleasure that he abstain from a vote or a discussion on the industrial portion as it related to his property, he would be willing to do so. Council President Lawrence added that in his own opinion if someone has a personal significant vested interest, beyond just residency, that might be impacted by a vote that one is going to make, perhaps they should withdraw whether it's on the Council or any sub committee that is voting. Welch commented that in the past the City has listened to his complaints His reason for wanting to serve on the committee is to give something back to the community and bring yet another perspective to the committee. Tim Dunn, 16238 149th Ave. So., supported the selection of Welch and Ryan, but stated he was uncomfortable with the suggestion that someone not vote on an issue or voice their opinion on a particular issue. Councilmember Ekberg supported Dunn's comments regarding freedom of speech and letting all members vote on all issues. Council President Lawrence restated that in his opinion it would be Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting May 3, 1993 Page 3 Appointments (con't) Tukwila Tomorrow Committee CITIZENS COMMENTS BID AWARDS Res. #1252 Reject Low Bid /Award Contract for Five Gang Reel Mower Award Contract for Tukwila Green River Parks Project OLD BUSINESS Res. #1253 Supporting South Central School District Bond Issue inappropriate for someone to vote on a zoning or comp plan issue that would affect property that he /she personally had a strong vested interest in. Councilmember Robertson stated he shared Lawrence's concern and Ekberg's viewpoint. *MOTION CARRIED WITH LAWRENCE VOTING NO. Mayor Rants forwarded a request from Council to the Tukwila Tomorrow committee members in the audience to hold their discussions on a cut off date as soon as possible and get back to Council with the information. None MOVED BY LAWRENCE, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. City Attorney Linda Cohen read A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AWARDING THE BID FOR THE PURCHASE OF A FIVE GANG REEL MOWER FOR FOSTER GOLF LINKS TO THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LAWRENCE, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO.1252 AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY LAWRENCE, TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO GRADE, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $76,710 PLUS WSST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE TUKWILA GREEN RIVER PARKS PROJECT. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY LAWRENCE, SECONDED BY EKBERG, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. City Attorney Linda Cohen read A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, SUPPORTING THE UPCOMING SOUTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOND FOR SCHOOL MAINTENANCE, MODERNIZATION AND EXPANSION. MOVED BY LAWRENCE, SECONDED BY EKBERG, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO.1253 AS READ.* Council President Lawrence reported that a citizen suggested that it might not be appropriate for the City Council to be passing resolutions urging the public to vote a certain way. He suggested Council may want to consider discussing the issue further. Councilmember Robertson stated he felt it would be wrong to urge the public to vote a certain way if it dealt with curriculum or content kinds of issues; however, if the issue involved a facilities issue, it would be appropriate. Councilmember Duffie stated he was troubled by the resolution because he felt that Council, by showing their support of the bond issue, was making a decision for the public. Councilmember Hernandez commented that the resolution was one of support only. She stated she felt it was alright for the Council to take a stand on supporting the schools. Hernandez reminded Council that the schools are very supportive of the City in that the City leases the community center (former school building) for $1 per year as well as Duwamish Park (school district owned) for $1 per year. In conclusion, Hernandez stated she felt it important that the City offer its support back to the schools when the opportunity arises. She recommended Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting May 3, 1993 Page 4 Old Business (con't" Minutes of April 5 (Withdrawn from Consent) NEW BUSINESS Res. #1254 Donating 100 Tukwila History Books to Schools Res. #1255 Authorizing Proceeding with Direct Petition Annexation of the Oxbow Area the resolution be approved. In support of the motion, Councilmember Simpson added that Council is trying to do the best for the citizens to maximize the tax dollar that's put into the greater Tukwila area. Councilmember Mullet stated he felt the schools are fundamental to what's going on in the country at this time. He felt the City would be very remiss not to support the school system. Councilmember Duffle responded that he supports schools 100 percent, but he will not vote on the resolution as it appears the City is telling the residents what to do. Council President Lawrence stated that as a councilmember he has worked hard to try to integrate the City and school facilities so that services are not duplicated and more costly. He acknowledged that the issue is somewhat of a dilemma for him in that his vote is a personal vote and not one based on any expertise in remodeling and expansion of school facilities. Councilmember Ekberg stated he felt the vote is one in favor of the children in the City and providing them the facilities necessary for a good strong education. *MOTION CARRIED WITH DUFFIE ABSTAINING MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY EKBERG, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 1254 BE APPROVED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. Councilmember Robertson requested that under Reports in the minutes of the April 5th meeting additional information be added to the discussion of the comprehensive plan to reflect Council's reasons for sending the utility plan to the Planning Commission for consideration. Robertson explained that first, Council felt there had been comments that the Council had not always had the best of relations with the Planning Commission. Second, Council elected to follow the recommendation of the City Attorney who reported that the RCW and the TMC both require that comprehensive plans be considered by the Planning Commission prior to being forwarded to the legislative body. Council President Lawrence added that a Planning Commission member(s) had assured Council they would be able to handle the issue quickly. Councilmember Robertson requested that future minutes be more detailed. Councilmember Ekberg suggested the issue be put into Community Affairs and Parks as a discussion item for further consideration. No formal motion was made to amend the minutes. MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Attorney Cohen read A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE DONATION OF ONE HUNDRED TUKWILA HISTORY BOOKS TO SCHOOLS. Regarding the history books, Mayor Rants informed Council that the Historical Society has requested funds for fencing and plaques and other items at the Mess Museum. There is currently an inventory of approximately $30,000 worth of unsold history books in storage at the City's records facility. Rants suggested an offer be made to the Historical Society that if they would be willing to sell the history books, they could have access to the funds from those sales for projects such as the Mess Museum. Following a brief discussion, Mayor Rants stated he would pursue the issue further and report back to Council. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY EKBERG, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting May 3, 1993 Page 5 New Business lcon'tl Res. #1255 Authorizing Proceeding with Direct Petition Annexation of the Oxbow Area REPORTS Council MISCELLANEOUS Attorney Cohen read A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA TO AUTHORIZE PROCEEDING WITH THE DIRECT PETITION ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES AND INITIALLY ESTABLISHING ANNEXATION PROVISIONS. MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 1255 AS READ.* Vernon Umetsu, Associate Planner, explained that currently King County has zoned most of the area MH, heavy manufacturing, which is equivalent to the City's M2 zone except for the area in the southern "tail" which is zoned R7200, which is equivalent to the City's R17200. Council posed questions regarding potential surface water problems, fire and police response, and bonded indebtedness related to the annexation. Mayor Rants responded that a full staff analysis was being conducted that would address many of their concerns. Of considerable concern was effect the annexation would have on the City's responsibility for the 16th Ave. bridge. Umetsu responded that the City's responsibilities would not increase or decrease as a result of the annexation. According to Umetsu under Growth Management Seattle would almost definitely have to take the bridge because it is nearly surrounded by Seattle on the land side and because it serves Seattle originating and destined traffic. However, if Tukwila were to have to annex the bridge footing, the City would very likely become responsible for a greater portion of bridge maintenance and replacement. Umetsu explained that as part of the annexation procedures, the RCW requires Council to meet with the people initiating the petition within 60 days. To satisfy these requirements, Umetsu introduced Mr. Rick Anderson, Vice President of Special Accounts, SeaFirst Bank, who explained that the bulk of the property is owned by the Desimone Trust, of which SeaFirst Bank is one of three co- trustees. Two other elderly family members are co- trustees. Anderson stated that the trustees are concerned that they do have pre- determined zoning and that the question regarding bonded indebtedness is handled as part of the package. *MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Rants reminded Council of the Council retreat scheduled for May 8th. Councilmember Duffie thanked the police department for clearing the streets of abandoned vehicles. He also voiced concern regarding recent break -ins in the area surrounding Foster Park. Council President Lawrence reported that he attended the PSRC meeting last week on the vote on the airport expansion or finding a new airport site. Voting went according to who was most heavily impacted except for Mercer Island who voted against the resolution because they're concerned about loosing the ground they've gained in their battle on the four post plan, to get the post extended further north. Council briefly discussed topics for their retreat on May 8. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting May 3, 1993 Page 6 ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY SIMPSON, THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED. 8:49 p.m. W. Rants, Mayor fc Cantu, City Clerk