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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-06-17 Regular MinutesJune 17, 1974 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL 8:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS MINUTE APPROVAL VOUCHER APPROVAL 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, STERLING, DAVIS, HARRIS, SAUL, JOHANSON. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT COUNCILMAN TRAYNOR BE EXCUSED. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE JUNE 10 AND 11, 1974 REGULAR MEETING BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED.* Councilman Johanson noted his comment on Page 733, midway down the page "Councilman Johanson stated he did not think children should be riding the bus. he stated he did not think it was quite ac- curate and that it was taken out of context. City Clerk Shirlee Kinney stated that she and Mrs. Johanson reviewed the taped trans- cription of the meeting this afternoon to clarify that statement and the words "for free" were omitted from the sentence in the Minutes. Councilman Johanson agreed that was what that particular sentence should have said, but that it was out of context because the general discussion was at that time concerning kids freely riding the bus without supervision; he stated that was his point that children should not ride the bus without supervision. Any time a child is riding the bus, he should be paying a fee. Cer- tainly there are some age groups to be excluded a four year old would not be riding without a parent. Mayor Todd asked if the tape reflects this message. Councilman Johanson stated no, as he recalled the discussion, it would not. Mayor Todd stated the tape cannot read a person's mind and asked Councilman Johanson if he objected to what the tape said. Councilman Johanson stated he ob- jected to what the sentence says. Mayor Todd stated if the words "for free" are inserted, then the sentence will be correct. Coun- cilman Johanson stated it seems to be a little out of context. Mayor Todd stated it seems to be what was said on the tape. Coun- cilman Johanson stated certain explicit statements are being taken and put out of context and he resented this way of keeping a public record. He stated whoever should be criticized he would like to see criticized. City Clerk Shirlee Kinney offered to play the tape of that* g. Councilman Johanson stated he agreed the sentence says "for free but in the discussion of the meeting, the sentence does seem to be out of context and this is poor keep- ing of records. City Clerk Shirlee Kinney acknowledged the omis- sion and that the Council has only to amend the Minutes. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE MINUTES BE AMENDED TO INCLUDE "FOR FREE" AT THE END OF COUNCILMAN JOHANSON'S STATEMENT. CARRIED. *CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY DAVIS, THAT THE BILLS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRENTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS. CARRIED. Vouchers #3040 #3177 Current Fund #3040 #3115 Park Fund #3116 #3127 Emer. Empl. #3128 Street Fund #3129 #3151 Fire Fighting #3152 Federal Shared Rev. #3153 City Shop #3154 City Hall Const. #3155 Water Fund #3156 #3164 Sewer Fund #3165 #3176 W/S Const. #3177 LID #20 Cash 5 2,051.32 Rev. R -5 2,051.32 Cash 7 23,505.42 Rev. R -7 23,505.42 LID #21 Cash 16 136.31 Rev. R -11 136.31 Total LID #22 LID #24 LID #25 736 Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers $13,598.00 299.41 105.46 10,603.24 2,304.55 3,021.43 27.90 3,680.00 803.18 6,350.88 6,805.82 $47,599.87 Cash 17 342.55 Rev. R -13 342.55 Cash 3 2,146.17 Rev. R -3 2,146.17 Cash 2 4,484.82 Rev. R -2 4,484.82 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 17, 1974 Page 2 Mayor's request for Executive Session re: Labor Negotiations ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Res. #433, Designating Harstad Associates as professional engineers for Southcenter South Plat Development Executive Session: Labor Negotiations 8:20 P.M. 9:53 P.M. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Cont. Ord. #868, Creating LID #26 (Old LID #23) Cont. ?37 MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT EXECUTIVE SESSION BE POSTPONED ON THE AGENDA UNTIL MR. RABINE ARRIVES AT THE COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY DAVIS, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution designa- ting Harstad Associates as engineers to provide engineering and inspection services on the Southcenter South Plat and Develop- ment. Councilwoman Harris asked why the reference to the plat is made in the resolution. Mayor Todd stated because the engineering work will be done on the plat and this includes the roads and util- ities. Councilwoman Harris asked if the plat has been recorded. Steve Hall, Public Works Director, stated it is in the process, awaiting a signature of one financier. Councilwoman Harris asked if the City has in -house capability for this project. Steve Hall stated Duncan Sturrock, Office Engineer, is currently working full time with the survey crew at several City projects. We do not have the in -house capability for this. Harstad will have a man there 8 hours a day when necessary for the physical inspection of the installation. Councilman Gardner questioned depending upon Harstad to inspect this project when they have already designed and engin- eered it; they will be making the decisions. Mayor Todd stated it is the same procedure as followed with Hill, Ingman Chase for other projects. Steve Hall stated it is advantageous that Harstad is so familiar with the plans. They are, after all, professional engineers and their reputation would be in jeopardy if they are not entirely ethical. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT RES. #433 BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Councilman Johanson asked if the term "plat" was to remain. Councilman Sterling stated it does not matter because it is the same piece of property no matter how it is identified. All we are doing is hiring Harstad as the profess- ional engineer. Councilman Johanson stated the fact the word "plat" is in lower case letters might be significant for Mrs. Harris. Councilwoman Harris stated it would be fine to leave it in as long as everyone else seems to feel it is okay. *CARRIED. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO MEET IN EXECUTIVE SESSION. CARRIED. Mayor Todd excused the audience. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO CLOSE THE EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING CARRIED. Mayor Todd called the meeting back to order with all Council Members present as previously listed. Mayor Todd read a letter from Steve Hall regarding proposed LID #26 and its petitions and recommended the Council adopt the ordi- nance to save 30 days over the resolution method of forming the LID. Councilwoman Harris asked if it is correct to include the $3,000 engineering charges from the defunct LID #23. Mayor Todd stated yes, the set of designs from LID #23 will be incorporated into LID #26 and should be charged to the new LID. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed ordinance ordering the construction and installation of sanitary sewer trunks, force mains and lift station, all in accordance with City standards within an area lying West of Interstate #5, South of South 160th Street and East of 51st Avenue South all within the City of Tukwila boundary, pursuant to the property owners' petition; establishing Local Improvement District No. 26; providing that payment for said Improvement be by special assessments on property in said District payable by the mode of "Payment by Bonds and providing for the issuance and sale of Local Improvement District Warrants redeemable in cash and Local Improvement District Bonds. Councilman Saul re- quested to be excused from voting as he is a member of the LID. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT COUNCILMAN SAUL BE EXCUSED FROM VOTING ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE. CARRIED. Councilwoman Davis asked who drew up the proposed ordinance. Steve Hall stated the ordinance is a duplicate of the existing ordinance for LID #23. Councilman Johanson asked if Attorney Parker had any qualifications about the proposed ordinance. Attorney Parker stated he recommend- ed it be adopted. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT ORD. #868 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 17, 1974 Page 3 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Cont. Res. #434, Accepting negotiated agreement between the City and Teamsters' Local 763 Res. #435, Accepting the negotiated agreement between the City and the Police Guild Res. #436, Accepting negotiated agreement between the City and U.S.T.M.E. CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS Presentation of petitions for annexation of the Duwamish area (Phil Murray) 73 8 MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution accept- ing the terms of the labor contract agreement negotiated with the employees of Teamsters' Union Local 763. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT RES. #434 BE ADOPTED AS READ. ROLL CALL VOTE: 4 AYES GARDNER, STERLING, DAVIS, SAUL; 2 NOS HARRIS, JOHANSON. CARRIED. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution accepting the terms of the labor contract agreement negotiated with the employ- ees of Tukwila Police Officers' Association. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT RES. #435 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED, WITH JOHANSON VOTING NO. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution accept- ing the terms of the labor contract agreement negotiated with the employees of the Unincorporated Society of Tukwila Municipal Em- ployees. Mayor Todd stated the terminology leads one to assume these people are employees of U.S.T.M.E. and not of the City. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT "THE EMPLOYEES OF" BE DELETED FROM THE TITLE AND THE BODY OF THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT RES. #436 BE ADOPTED AS AMENDED. CARRIED. Councilman Johanson stated the reason he voted NO on Res. #434 and Res. #435 was because he feels, after reading Article II, it is a violation of civil rights to require a person to pay a fee to become an employee of the City. Mayor Todd stated any employee not wishing to join the union would pay an amount equivalent to dues to any charity for the benefits he receives under the contract. An argument arose during negotiations when it was pointed out that someone already contributing to a charity might use that contribu- tion and not pledge any additional in the amount of dues. Mr. Phil Murray, Fire District #1, stated he presented 283 signa- tures for annexation to Tukwila to the City Clerk today. He stated the same proposal was passed unanimously by the Council a few months ago, but failed for lack of 8 signatures to go on the bal- lot. He stated there are benefits to both the people of the Duwam- ish area and to the citizens of Tukwila by this annexation. This is the key to future expansion of the City, and he hopes meetings can be held to educate everyone concerned about the annexation and its benefits. Councilman Sterling stated he would like to see a recap of the study that was done at the time annexation petitions were presented before and requested that each Department Head sub- mit recommendations regarding costs to the City if the area is in- corporated. Mr. Murray stated there is an increase in the area of annexation this time which means more valuation. Steve Hall stated the projections from a Public Works standpoint will not change much, Fire Chief Hubert Crawley stated the only change he would recommend is to set up a dispatch station. He stated the existing fire sta- tion, equipment and personnel will remain if the area is annexed. He would prefer to relieve the firemen there of the dispatching duties and hire some dispatchers. There are 15 men in that sta- tion now. He stated he is in favor of the annexation. Councilwo- man Davis stated she was not on the Council during the previous annexation attempt and would like to see some reconuuendations from the Department Heads. Gary Crutchfield, Planning Technician, stated there are a few suggestions the Planning Department would like to review with the Council. Councilwoman Harris stated it would be helpful to have some information from the County Assess- or's office regarding the valuation and millage rate of the area. Perhaps the Planning Commission would be interested in addressing this proposal. She stated she would like to know if there are benefits for all parties concerned. Mrs. Laurie McCulloch stated TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 17, 1974 Page 4 CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS Cont. 739 Duwamish annexation Cont. she is concerned about any delays there might be. The residents are being threatened with expansion of industry in their neighbor- hoods. She feels Tukwila would help to protect the area as a residential district. Chief Severson, District #1, stated the assessed valuation is $68 million this year. He stated the Boeing main plant will be included in this annexation proposal. Tukwila is in a position of being deficient in population. We could get the ball rolling because if we go, Fire District #18 will go too. We are looking at double gas tax, revenue sharing and liquor tax for Tukwila so it would be of some benefit to you. Attorney Parker stated the Council has 60 days to notify the residents of the pro- posed annexation area of acceptance or rejection from the day the petitions are presented which is today. Chief Severson stated there may be some problems in getting through the Boundary Review Board. He stated that Mr. Paul Ford at Boeing did not indicate a negative feeling to the annexation proposal and that Jorgenson and Isaacson have remained nuetral. It would be better for them, of course, to get out from under Seattle's taxes. Mayor Todd asked about prospective 1/2¢ sales tax revenue. Chief Severson stated most retail outlets are out of this area. He stated that Associat- ed Grocers is considering expansion into it however. Mr. Phil Murray stated most of the businessmen he contacted are taking a nuetral position or are in favor of the annexation. Mr. John Bigelow stated he is a long -time resident in Duwamish and most people do feel they are more associated with the Foster Tukwila area and would like to become a part of the City. Steve Hall stated as a parent of children attending Thorndyke School, he would like to protect the South Central School District and its tax base and for this reason, he is in favor of the annexation. Councilwoman Davis asked how long it would take for the Planning Department to present its ideas. Gary Crutchfield stated a few weeks and that the main concern is with the State Environmental Policy Act. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY DAVIS, TO REFER THE MATTER TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR A RECOMMENDATION AND TO REQUEST FROM EACH DEPARTMENT A PREPARED EVALUATION CONCERNING ANNEXATION WITHIN 30 DAYS.* Chief Severson stated time is of the essence. The Boundary Review Board will have 60 to 90 days for review and will likely go the entire 90 days. This annexation should go through soon enough to get next year's revenue on Tukwila's tax rolls. If we go past tax distribution time, the City will only receive the fire department and some road millage. City Treasurer Mae Harris stated if she were supplied with a list of businesses in the area, she would be happy to contact the I.R.S. for their last quarter's sales tax. Chief Crawley stated he saw no reason why each Department Head could not have its recommenda- tions ready in a week. Councilwoman Harris stated that's fine, but what about the Planning Commission. Mayor Todd stated he would suggest a deadline of July 1. The Planning Commission in the past has never been involved with this and it was considered they are not required to be. He stated 30 days is not sufficient for review by the Planning Commission anyway. Gary Crutchfield stated the Planning Commission's Agenda for its next meeting is completely full. Councilman Sterling suggested Councilwoman Harris amend her Motion to have the information presented to the Council by July 1 and omit the Planning Commission's recoiiuuendation. Coun- cilwoman Harris stated the Planning Couu«ission is an advisory body to the Council. There is no reason why they should not be a part of planning in the annexation of this area to Tukwila. Mr. Ron Mettler, Chairman of the Planning Commission, stated the members have informally discussed this before and their only concerns would be in the areas of zoning, signing, etc. We do not know what there will be beyond that or how long it will take us to research it. Mayor Todd suggested the Planning Commission members sit in at the Council meeting and add their conmients at that time. *SECOND WITHDRAWN, MOTION WITHDRAWN. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY STERLING THAT THE PETITIONS BE CONTINUED UNTIL JULY 1, 1974. CARRIED. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 17, 1974 Page 5 RECESS 10:50 P.M. 11:00 P.M. Developers agreement McCann the City of Tukwila (Southcenter South) Shoreline Master Program discussion Treasurer's Report of investments AUDIENCE COMMENTS Boy Scouts visit to the Council meeting Bicentennial Meeting ADJOURNMENT 11:25 P.M. ATTEST: 140 MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO RECESS FOR TEN MINUTES. CARRIED, WITH SAUL VOTING NO. Mayor Todd called the meeting back to order with all Council Members present as previously listed. Councilman Johanson asked to be excused from the meeting. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT COUNCILMAN JOHANSON BE EXCUSED FROM THE MEETING. CARRIED. Councilman Johanson left the meeting at 11:01 P.M. Steve Hall stated the City Attorney has made some changes in the contractural payments to the City. Attorney Parker explained the changes. Mayor Todd asked if Mr. McCann has agreed to the new terms. Steve Hall stated yes, and that Mr. McCann had asked to have Harstad Associates retained for the inspection. Attorney Parker read a letter from Mr. Jon Stack, Harstad Associates, to Steve Hall regarding inspection services contract for Southcenter South. A copy of the letter is on file in the City Clerk's office. Councilwoman Harris asked if a resolution is necessary to execute the developers agreement. Attorney Parker replied no, the Council can authorize it with a Motion being Seconded and passed by a majority. Mayor Todd stated the Council has already passed a reso- lution tonight designating Harstad as the engineer to do the in- spection. Councilwoman Harris stated she just received this copy of the agreement today and would like more time to look it over before voting. Councilman Sterling agreed. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO TABLE TO JUNE 24, 1974. CARRIED. Gary Crutchfield stated he took the questions from the Minutes of the Public Hearing of June 5 and addressed staff comments to them. If the Council wishes to wait, a final draft of the Program can be completed and adopted. He stated he would like to have Council ratification on the changes proposed by the staff. Mrs. Phyllis Pesicka stated if this is going to be further delayed, the City should apply for an extension of the June 20 deadline. Mayor Todd stated the extension has been applied for. Councilman Sterling stated the couuuents cover all the items discussed that night. If there are no more questions, the Council should go ahead and pass it. Gary Crutchfield suggested the Council adopt the Program by resolution first and then by ordinance when approval comes from the Department of Ecology. Mr. Peter Buck, representing M. A. Segale, stated they have no objections to the revisions which have taken care of a lot of the former problems. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY HARRIS, TO ACCEPT THE REVISIONS IN THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM AND TO PLACE A RESOLUTION ON THE JUNE 24 AGENDA TO ADOPT THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM. CARRIED. City Treasurer Mae Harris stated as a result of the construction programs and fire truck being paid, the investment money is down. It is healthy to spend money and not hoard it; the City Council has done wisely to spend it as they have been doing. Councilman Saul asked when the vacant positions in the City Treasurer's office will be filled. Mae Harris stated she is reviewing applications now and if we are going to annex another area to the City, this will have some influence on the type and number of people she will con- sider. Mayor Todd asked the status of the non interest bearing cash account as of May 31 in Seattle -First National Bank. Mae Harris stated $134,000; this amount takes care of the outstanding warrants. Councilman Saul stated the Boy Scouts who attended the May 13 City Council meeting were impressed with the meeting. He stated it is a great thing for young people to get involved with their local governments and would like to see more attend. Councilman Saul announced a meeting of the Bicentennial Conmuittee on Wednesday at Noon at the Foster Golf Course. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY DAVIS, THAT THE MEETING ADJOURN. CARRIED. Frank Todd, Mayor -atep 2Z 2? Shirlee A. Kinney, city Cle�c