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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-11-22 Special Minutes7:00 p.m. OFFICIALS SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Resolution #1281 expressing thanks to Charlie Simpson. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL November 22, 1993 Tukwila City Hall SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rants called the Special Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. COUNCILMEMBERS STEVE LAWRENCE, Council President; JOE DUFFIE, JOAN PRESENT HERNANDEZ DENNIS ROBERTSON, CHARLIE SIMPSON, ALLAN EKBERG AND STEVE MULLET. JOHN MCFARLAND, City Administrator; LINDA COHEN, City Attorney; LUCY LAUTERBACH, Council Analyst; ROSS EARNST/RON CAMERON/DOUG MICHEAU, Public Works; CARL UELAND/TED RUTT, Police; DON WILLIAMS/LYNN DEVOIR, Parks Recreation; ALAN DOERSCHEL, Finance; EVELYN BOYKAN /KAREN WRIGHT, Human Services; RICK BEELER, DCD. Oath of Office Mayor Rants administered the Oath of office to Joyce admin. to Joyce Craft, newly elected councilmember, who will complete Craft. the seat previously held by Councilmembers Rants /Simpson. Craft will begin a four year term in Position #7 effective in January 1994. Fellow councilmembers enthusiastically welcomed Craft. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LAWRENCE, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY. MOTION CARRIED. City Attorney Linda Cohen read a resolution of the City Council of the City of Tukwila, Washington, expressing sincere thanks to Charles Simpson, Councilmember, in its entirety. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION #1281 AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. The Mayor presented Simpson with a plaque as he expressed sincere thanks to him for his six years of dedicated service to the City of Tukwila. Simpson's remarks were mutual, stating that he hopes his service to the City has made a difference to those he served. He also informed the Council that he will be moving out of the City of Tukwila in two week to take up residence in the City of Renton. Special Meeting November 22, 1993 Page 2 CITIZEN'S COMMENTS Tom Krett, Representative for Teamster's Local 763, informed the Council of the inequities and the grave injustice that is being placed on over ninety (90) of the City's unionized employees. He stated that in negotiations which were concluded earlier this year, an agreement was met where the City agreed to pay 100% of the insurance premiums on behalf of the union members. What the union agreed to do (in recognizing the City's concerns about increased costs in health insurance) was to increase the deductible under the insurance plan; that in the event the insurance premiums rose over a predetermined amount that the union would take reduction benefits; and, the union agreed to participate on a health care cost containment committee. However, following the ratification of the agreement, it was called to his attention that the City had not implemented those changes to the health insurance plan on a uniformed basis, i.e. the non represented employees continue to have a lower deductible on their health insurance. Krett requested the Council take action to level the playing field to have a uniform set of benefits; a uniformed level of deductibles and a consistent and uniformed premium for the health insurance policy effective in 1994. Brief comments were made by the Council with Councilmember Lawrence requesting a copy of the proposal (including cost analysis for the overall benefit and wage increase from the last negotiations) be submitted to the Council for review as they attempt to consider this matter. Mayor Rants suggested the Personnel Director produce an information packet for councilmembers' review. If a discussion is require afterwards, it should then be discussed in a Finance and Safety Committee Meeting. City Administrator McFarland explained that the administration is prepared to bring options to the Council or the Finance and Safety Committee meeting next Monday evening, and at the same time an information paper with the analysis Councilmember Lawrence asked for will be available to accompany the agenda packets on Friday. It was the consensus of the Council to accept the administration recommendation and await the information paper with the analysis. Officer Ted Rutt, Tukwila Police Department, briefed the Council on the Police Explorer Program. He stated that the program involves individuals ranging in ages 15 21. They perform a multitude of community service work. They use mocked, real -life situations as they compete with other municipalities in various training maneuvers. Rutt introduced several of the explorers in recognition of their outstanding performance in specific areas. Special Meeting November 22, 1993 Page 3 Citizen's Comments (Con't). CONSENT AGENDA Jim Gray, 3520 31st Street, Seattle, WA, spoke on behalf of the family of the property that is being proposed by the Duwamish Valley Neighborhood Preservation Coalition (DVNPC) for Beaver Bend Park. He stated that Oscar Hallstrom and Ralph Dillon bought the property in 1964. Their wish is to sell the property to the City of Tukwila or whomever, to provide security for Mr. Hallstrom so he and his family can go on with their lives. The property is currently zoned Light Manufacturing. The assessed valuation (in 1990) of the bottom portion of the property was $304,000; the upper, $68,000. He requested that the City commit to the group to buy the property at $250,000 and stop vacillating from one decision to another, or give them the street vacation so they can bulldoze the old junk houses down and sell the property to somebody who will put something on it. The City can then reap revenue benefits. Roger Baker, 11662 46th Avenue South, announced that Antonio De Rodas, husband of Dorothy De Rodas (newly elected councilmember), died last night after suffering a long illness of heart problems. Grant Neiss, 16318 45th Place South, brought to the attention of the Council some issues that caught his attention after attending last weeks Planning Commission hearings. He did not spell out what those issues were but did state that there are developments coming forth that are in direct conflict of the long term future goals of the City. As a concerned citizen he would like the issues addressed before they perpetuate into a worse case scenario. Council President Lawrence clarified for Mr. Gray that the Tukwila City Council had made no agreement to purchase the property in question. The Council has never taken a vote to authorize such a transaction. Also, the Park's Commission and the Parks Department has never recommended a park for that site. Jackie Dempere, 4033 South 138th, commented that the City of Tukwila has not done enough to preserve housing. She also suggested that a moratorium be established to include sites that are in conflict with the neighborhoods. a. Approval of Vouchers: Nos. 68089 thru 68220 in the amount of $416,754.46. b. Approval of Minutes: 11/01/93 MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED. Special Meeting November 22, 1993 Page 4 Amend Agenda PUBLIC HEARING MOVED BY LAWRENCE, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, TO WITHDRAW ITEM #12 'EXECUTIVE SESSION" FROM THE AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. 1994 Budget. Mayor Rants opened the public hearing at 7:55 p.m. Public Hearing closed. Community Ctr. siting discussion. Citizen's Comment Alan Doerschel provided a short summary of the departments budgets and stated that there were no new, major programs. There were no significant changes to be made in the proposed budget at this time. There being no public comments, the Mayor closed the public hearing at 7:59 p.m. of Councilmember Hernandez informed the Council that at their recent Community Affairs and Parks Committee meeting, the decision was against constructing an access for the physically disadvantaged at the Golf Course. They did not want to commit to such an expense since major remodeling is planned for that facility in the near future. The Parks Recreation staff requested those funds ($47,000) be placed in Golf Course Maintenance budget. The Committee agreed. Don Williams briefed the Council on the meetings that were held on Wednesday and again this evening. Both meetings were well attended. Some of the concerns discussed were the funding choices, spaces, costs, parking areas and sports fields. Only one (1) citizen disfavored the councilmanic bonds. There were a number of questions regarding the two sites -the current location and the Allentown site. Tavo Quevedo, South Central School Board Member, 4420 South 156th commented that though he prefers the Allentown site, this does not necessarily reflect the opinions or ideals of the School Board). He stated that with the track record that the District and the City has established in working on collaborations that are benefitting and will continue to benefit the community, he thinks this is an excellent opportunity for the two entities to get together to discuss the siting issue. Council President Lawrence commented that he was concerned that there had not been more discussion on the possibility of archaeological sites in the Allentown area. However, extensive digging by METRO and the City have shown that there are just a few sites in one specific area, which shouldn't pose a problem with regards to building. Also, a concern is what to do with a derelict building. Special Meeting November 22, 1993 Page 5 Citizen's Comments (Con't). Recess 8:30 8:45 Tukwila Pond Corp. proposal. After much discussion, and input from each councilmember, the Council agreed unanimously to have the new Community Center constructed at the Allentown site. Mayor Rants called the meeting back to order with those present as noted above. ,r -oL MOVED BY LAWRENCE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO SELECT THE ALLENTOWN SITE FOR THE NEW COMMUNITY CENTER; AND, TO PROVIDE THE PRIMARY FINANCING WITH COUNCILMANIC BONDS TO THE AMOUNT OF SIX (6) MILLION DOLLARS TO BE USED TOWARD THE BUILDING OF THE NEW COMMUNITY CENTER AND A NEW FIRE STATION #53. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Rants commented on the proposal for the development of the Tukwila Pond as a City Park. He stated that by creating a non profit, tax- exempt corporation working under the supervision of the Council and in collaboration with City staff, this park can be designed and built with a blend of private contributions and City direction and expertise. Hernandez commented that she was excited about the concept of the proposal. However, she would like to see a little more City Council involvement. She would like to see this particular representation on the Oversite Committee rotate among whoever is chairman of Community Affairs and Parks Committee. She thinks that would provide more opportunity for more members of the City Council to become involved rather than just having one particular member involved for the whole term. Lawrence stated he thinks the Community Affairs and Parks Committee should also function as the Oversite Committee. He prefers to stay away from appointing a new committee for every project that comes along. Also, this would allow for more Council participation. Lawrence added that the Parks Commission should also be involved in the development of the design and the process that goes into this. Robertson commented that he would like a better definition of exactly what the Oversite Committee is and how it would function. The lease agreement should also reflect this. Bob Braukus, General Manager, South Central Division of Puget Sound Power Light Company, explained that they cannot build what the Council has not approved. They cannot start until the City has approved Special Meeting November 22, 1993 Page 6 Tukwila Pond Corp. proposal (Con't). NEW BUSINESS An Ordinance est. a moratorium along Hwy. 99. the entire plan for the development of the park. Once the Council has approved the designer /architect, plans and specifications, then, and only then would the organization structure for this public private partnership begin. To do that under the terms of the lease, the Council may revoke the lease if the Consultant fail to meet any of the terms and conditions of the contract. Braukus continued that the purpose of setting up this non profit corporation is to save the City money and to deliver a park that the City will be proud of. Braukus said it was suggested that Ekberg chair the Oversite Committee only because he was the person they originally met with. However, it could be chaired by a rotating member of the Council, Parks Commission or Parks Department. There is no narrowly defined factor as to who should chair the Committee -it's the Council's choice. Lawrence suggested the liability insurance be increased; the amount noted in the proposal might not be enough. Some Councilmembers were dissatisfied with the lack of information in the agreement. Braukus stated that the agreement can be changed to fit whatever wording the Council wants. What has been given to the Council are copies of what was done in the past. If there is language that needs clarification, that can easily be done. He said the Corporation will have the Steering Committee reporting to the Board of Directors; the Board of Directors reports to the City. Don Williams stated that now that he's heard the Council's comments, he would like to draft another proposal to reflect those comments, then at a future Council meeting continue the dialogue. After a lengthy discussion, the Council agreed to forward the Tukwila Pond Corporation proposal (with amendments) to the December 13 Committee of The Whole meeting. The Council discussed the draft ordinance imposing a six month moratorium on regional retail uses in the area of Highway 99 between South 137th Street and South 148th Street. Various amendments were made to the ordinance with the Council keeping in mind all aspects of zoning and business regulations relating to land uses and how this would merge with the pending Cou iprehensive Plan. Special Meeting November 22, 1993 Page 7 Tukwila Pond Corp. proposal (Con't) Citizen's Comment Res. #1283 Regulating cable rates. Discussion of the 1993 -1994 Growth Mgmt. Act grant. Discussion of the 1994 Budget. REPORTS After a lengthy discussion, the Council agreed to forward the ordinance to the next December 6 Regular Council meeting. Jackie Dempere, 4033 South 128th, commented that Riverton and Allentown should be added to the moratorium also because there are major problems in those areas too. The Council responded that those areas have not been forgotten. It is the Council's intention to request information from the Planning Department with regards to future proposals coming from the Comprehensive Plan Committee. This will allow the Council to review all aspects of zoning regulations appropriately. MOVED BY LAWRENCE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, 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, stating the City's intent to regulate rates as provided under the cable television consumer protection act of 1992 (47USC -543). MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY LAWRENCE, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION #1283 AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. The Mayor explained that the interlocal agreement is for disbursement of the local share of GMA grant funds. The language of the agreement is substantially unchanged from the previous agreement. Tukwila will receive $29,420 in 1994 as part of the $2.5m in funds allocated by the State to assist in implementing the Growth Management Act. It was the consensus of the Council to forward the interlocal agreement for the 1993 -94 Growth Management Act (GMA) Grant to the next Regular Council Consent Agenda. The Council continued review of the 1994 Proposed Budget through to Page 76 (Police Administration). They agreed to schedule another discussion as soon as possible to complete the review process. Council President Lawrence briefed the Council on the proposed changes in the Airport Community Coalition (ACC) Interlocal Agreement. Special Meeting November 22, 1993 Page 8 Resorts (Con't) ADJOURNMENT 11:00 P.M. Councilmember Duffle suggested that in the future, after the Council has finished discussing an issue, it should be made very clear of any decisions made by the Council so that the citizens can leave the meeting with a clear -cut understanding of what has been discussed. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. W. Rants, Mayor Celia Square, DePItYCity Clerk