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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-07-12 Committee of the Whole MinutesJuly 12, 1993 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER COUNCILMEMBERS STEVE LAWRENCE, Council President; JOE DUFFIE, JOAN PRESENT HERNANDEZ, DENNIS ROBERTSON, CHARLIE SIMPSON, ALLAN EKBERG, STEVE MULLET. OFFICIALS TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MINUTES Council President Lawrence called the Committee of the Whole Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers JOHN MCFARLAND, City Administrator; LINDA COHEN, CITY ATTORNEY; LUCY LAUTERBACH, Council Analyst; RICK BEELER/VERN UMETSU, DCD; LES BECK, Shops; ROSS EARNST/RON CAMERON/DOUG MICHEAU, Public Works; TOM KEEFE/DAVE HANSEN, Fire. SPECIAL PRESENTATION Peter Townsend, Regional Commission on Airport RCAA Affairs (RCAA), and Federal Way's CPA, reviewed the RCAA Mission Statement. He stated that part of the problem at SeaTac has been the large number of commuter flights, and that 40% of the flights carry 8% of the people. His mission is to encourage the Council to stay in the fight against building a third runway. It's a very worthwhile fight and it's wearing the Port down legally. He said with regards to the Mission Statement's goals, they've been highly successful and will continue to monitor the number of operations, and implement efficient Demand Management to try and get planes to fly with far greater occupancy. The Port of Seattle has been asked by the Puget Sound Regional Council to bring about these demands in no uncertain terms. RCAA will monitor the scoping. Townsend stated that the impact that has been made in prohibiting the third runway is attributed to the efforts of Tukwila as well as other cities and citizens. He said RCAA wants to build on this alliance by inviting more cities /citizens participation. A proposal has already be submitted to Federal Way and they will join forces with the other cities in 1994. He said in 14 months (ending April 1993), approximately $375,000 have been spent on RCAA (this figure excludes legal fees). Townsend stated there are three components involved to help win this battle: 1) The legal challenge; 2) The Political Action Committee; and 3) The continuing good and quality work of RCAA. In order to accomplish these, we will have to offset the public relations effort of the Port. Townsend said we must continue educating the public by producing videos, processing newsletters, and building up Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes July 12, 1993 Page 2 Special Presentation RCAA (Con't). PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Oxbow Annexation. telephone trees of interested parties. He will be meeting soon to obtain budget information that has been given to the four cities. A proposed budget has been established of approximately $220,000 for 1994; and about $100,000 for the remainder of 1993. He expects to receive information from key members as to what direction to take. A large portion of the monies will be used for lobbying to get new legislation in Olympia that hopefully will result in removing key work from the hands of the Port of Seattle. After a brief question and answer period, Council President Lawrence informed Mr. Townsend that the Council will get back to him after they've had a chance to deliberate on his presentation. CITIZEN'S COMMENTS Ann Keefe, representing the Pediatric Interim Care Center (PICC), announced that a Baby Shower will be held on September 10, 1993, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., at the Tukwila Community Center to benefit the special needs of infants born to drug- dependent mothers. She stated that PICC is a non -profit organization that provides specialized medical care and hand -on training and support to family members /caregivers. She distributed packets to the Council that describe, in detail, the overall function of PICC. She petitioned the Council's support as well as staff's in donation of their time, money, baby clothing and related items, postage, publication, mailings, etc. to help make this project a successful one. Mrs. Keefe commented that she will be incapacitated for approximately three weeks due to an upcoming surgery. Support during this time would be greatly appreciated. Councilmember Ekberg inquired of the legal ramifications involved in utilizing Council budgeted funds to support this type of activity. If this should prove to be a possibility, Ekberg suggested challenging the administration to match whatever donation the Council agrees to contribute. City Attorney Cohen responded that this might be something that is plausible; however, she will research and provide information to Ekberg for discussion at a Finance and Safety Committee meeting. Council President Lawrence opened the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. Vernon Umetsu, Tukwila Department of Community Development, summarized and updated the Council on the most current information regarding the Ox Bow Annexation. He stated that at the request of the Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes July 12, 1993 Page 3 Public Hearing Oxbow Annex. (Con't). Council, information on police and fire service demand; public shoreline trail access; assumption of bonded indebtedness; land and water contamination; City liability for land and water contamination; and, a draft petition that was proposed to send to all property owners have been provided. He stated that there will be no significant impact on police and fire services based on the anticipated demands. On the trail access, Boeing (as a lessee to the property) has agreed to construct many segments of the trail along the shoreline. Discussions have taken place with Desimone Trust representatives who in principle agree to donate the land for an easement to provide public access along the shoreline. This will be subject to being able to work out several issues regarding liability from shoreline users, trail construction responsibilities and the relationship of their shoreline areas as it relates to the existing tenants and obtaining agreements from existing tenants to construct over those areas that are currently leased. These are fairly complexed issues and will be addressed within the next several weeks. Umetsu continued that the analysis on bonded indebtedness has been completed and reviewed with the Desimone reps. He stated that Desimone continues to feel that it is not appropriate to ask them to assume the City's bonded indebtedness since all recent annexations have had theirs waved. Staff concurs and recommends waiving the bonded indebtedness. No evidence was found of any high level contamination in land and water. He said that does not mean we have no liability, because the evidence is not complete. In order to have complete information, an extensive chemical analysis of the site would have to be performed. Umetsu stated there are three provisions that need to be established in the draft petition: 1) Confirm the annexation boundaries; 2) Establish whether or not bonded indebtedness will be assumed; and, 3) Established simultaneous zoning and comp plan designation upon annexation, which the staff and Planning Commission have recommended as Heavy Industrial Comprehensive Plan M -2 Zoning with 115 ft. height exception area. A copy of the draft petition for annexation was provided for Council review. Councilmember Robertson requested clarification of the word "Sheet" flows. Umetsu explained that means overland flows of surface storm water. Councilmember Hernandez desired more elaboration on the information related to possible contamination at two sites in Ox Bow and their location. 1 1 1 7 Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes July 12, 1992 Page 4 Public Hearing Umetsu responded that the two sites are located on Ox Bow Annex. (Con't). the map as #2 #3 on the bottom of page 26 of the agenda packet. Public Hearing closed. REPORTS In answer to other questions, Umetsu stated they don't anticipate doing any further studies except as might be required during negotiations with WSDOT in joint or taking over responsibility for storm drainage in the area. Councilmember Duffie inquired if the sites are found to be contaminated after annexation is finalized, who's responsible for the clean up. Umetsu referred the question City Attorney Cohen who responded that the City does not own the property. Therefore, the private property owners will be liable for any contamination. Councilmember Ekberg asked what would prevent us from realizing the October 1 annexation date. Umetsu said in order to reach the October 1 date, we must act in a timely manner to allow the property owners sufficient time to sign the petition. He said the BRB has completed its review; thus, there are no other external factors that are required that could affect our ability to meet the October 1 date. Hernandez asked if an environmental audit was going to be done. Umetsu stated that an environmental audit reconnaissance has already been done through the site restoration study. Citizen comment Anna Bernhard, 14241 59th Avenue South, asked what is meant by 115 ft. Umetsu responded that 115 ft. is building height (approx. 12 stories). Council President Lawrence closed the public hearing at 7:56 p.m. It was the Council consensus that since a Special Meeting is scheduled to follow tonight's COW, any further comments will be addressed there. City Administrator McFarland reported on the WSDOT Pacific Highway South Project. He said the WSDOT funded project is intended for a four block section of Pacific Highway South resulting from a past, fatal pedestrian accident. WSDOT has received Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes July 12, 1993 Page 5 Reports (Con't) ADJOURN TO SPECIAL MEETING: 8:17 P.M. authorization to expend $1.06m for this project. In his absence, the Mayor asked McFarland and Earnst to advise the Council of this opportunity and pursue discussions with WSDOT. It is suggested this matter be place in the Transportation Committee for ongoing review as events and information is made available. It was the consensus of the Council to forward this issue to the Transportation Committee. McFarland reported on the success of Tukwila Days for Lynn Devoir and Don Williams. He said participation by staff, council, citizens, various groups and booths' tenants, sports activities, Army National Guard, and performing artists and entertainers far exceeded those of past years. He paid high praises to all those who supported this effort. McFarland announced that windows had been recently installed (for security purposes) in the Council Chambers doors. Finally, McFarland gave a brief update on the Sister City's visit. H All Councilmembers agreed that this past weekend Tukwila Days event was a huge success and complimented all who had a hand in making it so. Councilmember Robertson stated he would like to add "Rapid Transit: Jim Maclssac" as an item for discussion on tomorrow's Transportation Committee meeting agenda. Councilmember Duffie requested that in the future a banner be placed in a conspicuous area, high in the streets, announcing the times and dates of Tukwila Days for those persons who do not read their Hazelnut. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO ADJOURN SPECIAL MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. S ve Lawrence, President C A- -1, elia Square, Deputy City Clerk