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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973-05-07 Regular MinutesMay 7, 1973 8:00 pm FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS MINUTE APPROVAL VOUCHER APPROVAL Special Presenta- tions: PEP Achieve- ment Awards PUBLIC HEARINGS ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Res. #343 Authorizing Mayor To Enter Agreement for Sewage Disposal Res. #344 Proposed LID #20 412 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers M I N U T E S Mayor Todd led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order. GARDNER, HILL, JOHANSON, STERLING, STEVENS, TRAYNOR AND CRAIN. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF APRIL 16, 1973, AS PUBLISHED. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY CRAIN, TO APPROVE THE VOUCHERS FOR PAYMENT. CARRIED. Vouchers #0113 #0266 Current Fund #0113 #0184( #169 Void) $10,270.98 Park Fund #0185 #0197 Emer. Empl. #0198 #0199 Street Fund #0200 #0232 Fire Fighting Equip. #0233 City Shop #0234 #0235 Strander Blvd. #0236 #0239 Water Fund #0240 #0250 Sewer Fund #0251 #0265 Water Sewer Constr. #0266 L.I.D. 19 Cash #13 L.I.D. 19 Cash #14 L.I.D. 19 Rev. #R -11 385.63 142.87 2,366.67 2,150.40 14,393.83 40,237.58 9,476.15 10,524.09 288.71 $90,236.91 $375.00 552.08 927.08 Mayor Todd read a letter he received from Richard Blewett, Training Coordinator for the Public Employment Programs. The letter stated that Mr. Blewett was enclosing graduation certificates for those people who have successfully completed a PEP- sponsored training course (during 1972 1973). The Mayor then presented the certificates to Donna Maxwell and Gary Crutchfield and included his congratulations. Two Public Hearing were held. A Court Reporter was in attendance and a complete transcript will be available in the Clerk's Office. The first Hearing was on a Petition to change the Land Use Classification Northwest Corner of 65th Ave. Southcenter Boulevard; the old Foremost Dairy Site. (MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY CRAIN, TO ACCEPT THE PLANNING COMMISSIONS RECOMMENDATION AND PASS THE REZONE. Mayor Todd polled council and the votes were as follows; 3 AYES: Stevens, Sterling, Jog4g44n 4 NOS: Ciaifl, Traynor, Hill, Gardner. The motion FAILED.) V\s0rk. The second hearing was in regard to Val Vue Sewer Districts proposal of a sanitary sewage disposal agreement with the City of Tukwila (McMicken Heights). See Resolution #343. MOVED BY STEVENS, SECONDED BY HILL, TO AMEND THE AGENDA AND HAVE THE READING OF THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AT THIS TIME. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read Resolution authorizing the City of Tukwila, acting through the Mayor, to contract with Val Vue Sewer District for the development of a sewage collection and disposal system in the McMicken Heights Area. MOVED BY CRAIN, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, TO PASS RESOLUTION #343 AS READ. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY STEVENS, TO READ THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tukwila, Washington, declaring its intention to improve a part of the City by constructing and installing a system of 8 and 12 inch sewer lines, and to create a local improvement district to assess the cost and expense of carrying out such improvement against the property TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING Page 2, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS cont. Res. #344 cont. Res. #345 Proposed LID #21 Res. #346 Proposed LID #22 Res. #347 Audit Agreement/ State of Washington (HUD, L.I.D. #18) Ord. #770 Transfer of Funds Ord. #771 Transferring Cash from Current Fund to E.E.F. Ord. #772 Refunding Revenue Bonds and Amending Ordinance #748 May 7, 1973 4 13 specially benefitted thereby; and notifying all persons who desire to object to the project to appear and present their objections at a meeting of the City Council to be held on June 4, 1973. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY STEVENS, THAT RESOLUTION #344 BE PASSED AS READ. CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read the Title of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tukwila, Washington, declaring its intention to improve a part of the City by constructing and installing a system of 21 -inch sewer lines together with required connections, manholes, side sewer stubs and appurtenances, and to create a local improvement district to assess the cost and expense of carrying out such improvement against the property specially benefitted thereby; and notifying all persons who desire to object to the project to appear and present their objections at a meeting of the City Council to be held on June 4, 1973. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT RESOLUTION #345 BE ADOPTED AS READ AND IN ITS ENTIRETY. CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tukwila, Washington, declaring its intention to improve a part of the City by constructing storm drainage, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, utility corridors, sanitary sewers complete with necessary mains, manholes, side sewers and appurtenances and street development and surfacing, and to create a local improvement district to assess the cost and expense of carrying out such improvement against the property especially benefitted thereby; and notifying all persons who desire to object to the project to appear and present their objections at a meeting of the City Council to be held on July 2, 1973. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY STEVENS, THAT RESOLUTION 346 BE ADOPTED AS READ AND IN ITS ENTIRETY. CARRIED. MOVED BY STEVENS, SECONDED BY CRAIN, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read Resolution authorizing the City to enter into a contract with the State of Washington Office of the State Auditor, division of Municipal Corporations, to retain an auditor for the Audit of H.U.D. Funds expended in L.I.D. #18. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY STEVENS, THAT RESOLUTION 347 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED. MOVED BY CRAIN, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read Ordinance transferring funds from the Contingency Fund to the Current Water and Sewer Funds for the purchase of Automatic Accounting Machine and Supplies. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY STEVENS, THAT ORDINANCE #770 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY STEVENS, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read Ordinance transferring cash from the Current Fund to the Emergency Employment Fund. MOVED BY STEVENS, SECONDED BY CRAIN, THAT ORDINANCE 771 BE ACCEPTED AS READ. Councilman Hill questioned the need for this transfer and also the reason that no account numbers were listed on the Ordinance. City Clerk, Shirlee Kinney stated that this is a "cash" transfer reflecting in the Treasurer's records and that no account numbers are required. The motion then CARRIED. MOVED BY STEVENS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO READ THE\ PROPOSED ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY AND AN EXPLAINATION BY THE ATTORNEY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read the Title of an Ordinance amending Ordinance 748 section 7(b) TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING Page 3, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS cont. Ord. #772 cont. Proposed Ord. Transfer of Funds (L.I.D. #17) Proposed Ord. Sign Code Proposed Ord. Rezone CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS Claim for Damages (False Arrest) Letter: Revenue Sharing Funds Letter: Undergrounding Letter Re: Boundaries OLD BUSINESS Bid Award: Legal Publication May 7, 1973 MOVED BY STEVENS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO POSTPONE THIS ORDINANCE. CARRIED. clarifying payments to the Bond Fund Reserve Account. He then gave a brief explaination of the Ordinance and a discussion on wording then followed. MOVED BY CRAIN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT ORDINANCE 772 BE ADOPTED AS READ AND IN ITS ENTIRETY. CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO TABLE THIS ORDINANCE UNTIL COUNCIL HAS HAD A CHANCE TO STUDY IT. CARRIED. This proposed Ordinance was deleated from the Agenda due to Council Action earlier (Public Hearing) whereby they denied the Rezone. City Attorney, Wayne Parker commented on the claim,'; received on May 2, 1973. He stated that the Officer is blameless and then explained the case to Council. He also recommended the claim be denied. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO DENY THE CLAIM. CARRIED. Councilman Sterling read the Mayor's letter on the// proposed use of Federal Revenue Sharing funds received in 1972 and the first half of 1973. A copy of this letter is posted on the bulletin Board at City Hall. Mayor Todd stated that the proposed negotiation with Metro Transit would cost less than $15,000 for 6 months. Councilman Crain stated that he would like to discuss this matter at the next Work Meeting. Councilman Johanson said that he would like to see the list from the Federal Government on the proper use of Revenue Sharing monies. The City Clerk noted that this list is forthcoming. Councilman Hill read a letter he received from Public Works Director, Steve Hall with reference to under grounding in the Residential area. He stated that the, first section programmed is 56th Avenue South from South 144th to South 147th and South 147th from 56th Avenue South to 58th Avenue South. The new roadway section would include two twelve foot paved lanes, curbs and gutters, closed storm drainage and a sidewalk on one side. If right -of -way and topography would allow sufficient width, additional parking lanes and side- walk would be added. Mayor Todd then asked if the undergrounding would start this year. Mr. Hall replied that they will start this year and try to complete by next year. Councilman Hill stated he felt that Mr. Hall's idea, with regard to the sending out of flyers to involv- ed individuals, is a good one. General discussion on the same issue followed. Mayor Todd read a letter he received from Councilman Grant of the City of Renton. The letter was in reference to the straightening out of the boundaries between Renton and Tukwila, and suggested that a meeting be set up to discuss the matter. Planning Coordinator, Del Moss stated that he had met with the Planning Director of Renton and discussed the matter with him. He further stated that legal procedures will follow and may require a vote of the people. City Clerk, Shirlee Kinney read the legal notice of Publication. She then read the bids as submitted by the Highline Times and Record Chronicle. The bids were as follows: (per column inch) 8 Point Type: HIGHLINE TIMES RECORD CHRONICLE First Publication $1.90 per $2.35 per Additional Pub. 1.50 2.10 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING Page 4, OLD BUSINESS cont. Water Rates Tennis Courts Call For Bids: Front End Loader Mower Combination Call For Bids: Surplus Equipment Public Works May 7, 1973 415 Bid Award cont. 6 Point Type: HIGHLINE TIMES RECORD CHRONICLE First Publication $2.10 per $2.35 per Additional Publ. 1.50 2.65 Attorney Parker recommended the acceptance of the lowest and best bid. Councilman Traynor questioned the Attorney in regard to the R.C.W.. Mayor Todd called a recess at 9:45. The meeting was called back to order at 10:00 pm with all Councilmen present. Attorney Parker then read from the R.C.W. with reference to the qualifications of a legal publisher and the laws governing same. He then stated that the Highline Times meets the requirements of the law and is the lowest F best bid. MOVED BY CRAIN, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, TO AWARD THE BID TO THE HIGHLINE TIMES. There was discussion as to what the best bid actually is, as there was much feeling amoung Council audience,that the Record Chronicle published news concerning Tukwila, whereas the Highline Times reports mostly on the Burien Area. A reporter from the Highline Times stated that the City should file a complaint to the Paper for not covering the local news better and try to get a reporter at the Council meetings. Mr. Regal noted that the bid can be rejected and he feels that for the benefit of the people of this City, the Record Chronicle should get the bid. Gus Tierney, Manager of the Record Chronicle, stated that his paper was the only one represented at the bid opening and noted that their best reporter covers all the Council Meetings. He also stated that the State Examiner notedthat it was not required to bid on legals. MOVED BY STEVENS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO TABLE THIS MATTER UNTIL THE NEXT MEETING AND TO DISCUSS THIS AT THE NEXT WORK MEETING. CARRIED. Mayor Todd stated that there would be no discussion on this matter as the City will not have to raise the rates Public Works Director, Steve Hall stated that when the funding is available, for the Tennis Courts, they will call for bids. Councilman Crain asked if a screen could be placed around the Tennis Courts, for the benefit of the people in the area. Councilman Johanson stated that the people had been verbally told that the area would be screened. Councilman Crain stated that the screening should be included in the plans. Councilman Traynor asked that this matter be referred to the Park Board. Steve Hall noted that he will meet with the Park Board on Tuesday, May 8th, 1973. Public Works Director, Steve Hall explained the need for a small 50 hp tractor, and the cost of same. He stated that the tractor would offer greater capabilities and is within the budget. MOVED BY STEVENS, SECONDED BY HILL, TO CALL FOR BIDS ON A FRONT END LOADER E MOWER COMBINATION. CARRIED. Bid opening will be held in the Council Chambers on the 23rd of May 1973, at 3:00 pm. Steve Hall explained the call for bids. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY CRAIN, TO CALL FOR BIDS ON SURPLUS EQUIPMENT. CARRIED. Bid Opening will be held in the Council Chambers on the 13th of June, 1973, at 2:00 pm. Employee: Permanent Mayor Todd read a note from the City Clerk, stating Status that John P. Ragan has attained permanent status, subject to the official notice from the Civil Service Commission. DEPARTMENT AND COMMITTEE REPORTS. Police Chief of Police, John Sheets gave a video tape presentation on the new machine to be in use soon, at the Police Department. Steve Hall reported that the deck is formed on the Bridge and will be completed soon, also that the roadway is in the finishing faze. He noted that the City Shop is essentially complete and they hope to occupy it in 1 -2 weeks. L.I.D. #18 the sewers are in TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING Page 5, DEPARTMENT AND COMMITTEE REPORTS cont. Public Works Building Planning Comm. Schooling Finance Comm. City Affairs Fire Committee Animal Control Request AUDIENCE COMMENTS Permit Fees Animal Control Horses on Sidewalks ADJOURNMENT 10:45 pm ATTEST: Frank odd, Mayor Shirlee A. Kinney. �t )L ity Cler,. May 7, 1973 cont. and the paving will begin Tuesday, May 8th. He also noted that the F.C.C. has the radios in and the base station in. 416 Office Engineer, John Richards stated that 19 building permits were issued in April, with a total valuation of $1,860,110.00 and $2,840.50 collected in fees. Ron Mettler stated that on May 10th, the Planning Commission will meet to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and noted that 12 property reviews will be presented to the Planning Commission at that time. Mayor Todd noted that Chief Sheets will be attending school in Bremerton on May 15 -18, 1973. Councilman Sterling stated that there will be a meeting of the Finance Committee, on May 15, 1973 at 7:30 pm; Re: signing of the bank cards. He also noted that he would like to have a representative from Burroughs present at the next work meeting. Attorney Parker informed Council that two law suits have been filed against Shaffer Construction and that Argonaut Insurance has asked that no bills be paid to\ Shaffer. Councilman Johanson announced a Fire Committee meeting for Wed. May 9th. Councilman Sterling noted that Mrs. Ives dog was almost picked up by the King County Animal Control, when the dog was on Mrs. Ives property. He also stated that a letter was sent to King County Animal Control in regard to the fact that no leash law exists in either King County or Tukwila. Councilman Traynor requested that he be supplied with the Planning Commission's agenda prior to their meetings. There was discussion between the audience, Council and Mayor Re: the articles of recent publication, referring to the City Treasurer. Mr. Arlie Radford stated that he feels the sewer permit fees should be cut down from $90 to $20 or $25. Steve Hall stated that at the time the Ordinance was written, it was the intent, that at the time of connection there would be a $20 inspection fee and $75 connection fee. This was pro rated for businesses. Mrs. Burnhart stated that a pack of dogs attacked her rabbits and she would like the City to get a leash law. Mayor Todd stated that he would like the Police Department to enforce the law regarding horses on sidewalks. Mrs. Cathryne Harris thanked the Police and Fire Departments for the assistance they gave her daughter. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY CRAIN, THAT THE MEETING ADJOURN. CARRIED.