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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-07-21 Regular MinutesJuly 21, 1975 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL 7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS MINUTE APPROVAL M I N U T E S Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers Mayor Todd led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the Council Meeting to order. GARDNER, STERLING, DAVIS, HARRIS, SAUL, JOHANSON. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO EXCUSE COUNCIL PRESIDENT TRAYNOR. CARRIED. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY SAUL, TO DESIGNATE COUNCILMAN STERLING AS COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM FOR THE MEETING. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 7, 1975 BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED.* Mr. Ron Mettler, Chairman of the Planning Commission, stated he had submitted a letter to the Council and wished to have Attorney Parker read it aloud. Attorney Parker read Mr. Mettler's letter dated July 21, 1975 as follows: "The minutes of the July 7, 1975 Council Meeting contain some false infor- mation. I refer to pg. 3, Item 1 -d under Proposed Ordinance Rezone from R -3 to RMH /Todd. Quote, In November, 1974, Planning Commission Chairman was an employee of Applicant /Mayor, unquote. Had the City Council gotten off their ego trip and down off their self- righteous pedestals, and made use of the facts available to them, they would have found: 1. I have not been in the employ of Frank Todd or have I had any business dealings with him since September 30, 1974. 2. I stated publicly at a Planning Commission meeting, due to my past business dealings with Frank Todd, I would only chair the meeting and be reluctant to discuss this application to any extent, or make any suggestions, as the chairman would normally do. 3. I also stated that if the chairman had to vote, I would have had to abstain from voting on this appli- cation in fairness to the applicant and the City. The mere fact that this was included in the five or so excuses the Council used in ignoring the Planning Commission recommendation, implies that I would use my position of Planning Commission Chairman to influence a decision for personal gain. This impli- cation is damn little thanks for eleven -plus years on the Planning Commission and I personally resent it to the highest degree, and demand that the minutes be changed to reflect the truth of the matter. The practice of late, by the Council, of ignoring Planning Commission recommendations, instead of the exception, seems to have become the rule. This, in itself, should certainly be reviewed by the citizens of Tuk- wila before this really becomes "Sick City (Signed) Sincerely, Ronald F. Mettler, Chairman, Tukwila Planning Commission. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT MR. METTLER'S CORRESPONDENCE BE ENTERED INTO THE RECORD FOR THIS EVENING'S MEETING AND THAT THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING NOT BE AMENDED. Councilman Saul asked why the previous Minutes should not be amended to reflect what Mr. Mettler has stated. Mayor Todd replied the comments made in those Minutes at the time cannot be changed, but this clarification can be in- cluded tonight, for the record, as rebuttal. He stated he would object to the Minutes being changed because there are some bad judgments reflected on the part of the people who made this record. *ROLL CALL VOTE: 5 AYES GARDNER, STERLING, DAVIS, HARRIS JOHANSON; 1 NO SAUL. CARRIED. Councilwoman Davis stated at the time those comments were made, we had checked at King County and there was not any record to state any different and this was our only source of information. She stated she was glad Mr. Mettler had clarified the matter. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 2 MINUTE APPROVAL Cont. /a7'7 *ORIGINAL MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED, WITH SAUL VOTING NO. Councilman Saul stated he voted "no" on the rezone request but not for the reason that Mr. Mettler had been an employee of Frank Todd's. He stated he personally felt Mr. Mettler had done a good job as Chairman of the Planning Commission, having been elected by his peers to serve as Chairman. He stated in his experience on the Planning Commission, he knows that Mr. Mettler had done a good, fair and honest job. Councilman Sterling stated each Councilman's reasons should be reflected in the various meetings as each one has his own reasons. Mayor Todd turned the gavel over to Council President Pro Tem Sterling and spoke as a member of the audience after excusing himself from the Council table. Mr. Todd stated the statement included in item I.a., reasons for denying his rezone as noted in the July 7 Council Minutes, concerns conflict of interest with the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine had been violated by the Council and not by himself. 1.b. Staff must do the workup. Mr. Todd asked who had done the work up on all other rezone requests. Who else could have done it? Item l.c. is Councilwoman Davis stated point of order. If Mr. Todd wishes to address this matter, it should be in the appropriate place on the Agenda at another meeting. We are not following our Agenda. Council President Pro Tem Sterling stated permission had already been given to Mr. Todd to speak as a citizen. Mr. Todd continued Item 1.c. is absolutely untrue. The record was improperly established by Mrs. Harris; he stated he addressed both the Council and the Planning Commission as a private citizen and not from the Mayor's chair. Mr. Mettler has answered item 1.d. He did not know what King County's information might be, in reference to Councilwoman Davis' remarks, but if the Council wanted to know the status of Mr. Mettler's employment they should have asked either Mr. Mettler or himself. Mr. Todd stated this seemed to be a very gross abuse of legislative authority. Councilwoman Harris stated she felt the Council should know why Mr. Mettler ceased his relationship with Mr. Todd as an employee as of September, 1974. Was it due to the sale of the Village Green Apartments? Mayor Todd stated Mr. Mettler ceased his employment on September 30, 1974 which was prior to the application for rezone and Mr. Mettler has had no subsequent business relations with him. He stated it would have made no difference at any rate even if Mr. Mettler were work- ing at the office in City Hall; Ron Mettler is one of the finest people he has had the opportunity to know. It would be insulting to Mr. Mettler to suggest any kind of an arrangement. Councilwoman Harris stated no one is attempting to impugn Mr. Mettler's reputa- tion, but when the Chairman of the Planning Commiss- ion is an employee of the Chief Executive Officer of the City, it does cast doubt upon the decision. And even if he had ceased his employment barely two months before the application for rezone was submittec she doubted if it is sufficient time to erase the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine. Further, if the sale of the Village Green Apts. was the reason Mr. Mettler is no longer employed by Mr. Todd, it com- plicates the issue for another reason. Did the sale of the apartments occur in 1974 or 1975? Mayor Todd stated it is frankly none of Councilwoman Harris' business. Councilwoman Harris stated if the units were sold in 1974, the fact does not appear on the Form 1 statement in Olympia. Councilwoman Davis stated this discussion should be aired at the proper time on the Agenda at another meeting. ITEM ITEM 2 TO THE STATE OF WASHINGTON PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COMMISSION CHAP. 1. LAWS OF 1973 Svc completion instructions at bottom of page. (Type or print clearly) IAJME ANO ADDRESS OF ELECTED OFFICIAL OR CANDIDATE f r- it! lobo (l J 1 9/W OCCUPAT:ON NAME AND ADDRESS OF BANK OR IN- SURANCE COMPANY, OR OTHER ENTITY. ci -t m I ,i/ C'/t 6 0,4 ';c7 /c r 4. 4' 7s. 7"x,7' LVSTR UCTIONS NAME OF EMPLOYER rl t -n+‘..., P.M. DATE ORIGINAL amount owed (Enter Code) NATURE OF ENTITY S1- e /itf6-s i k 7" CR PRESENT amount owed (Enter Code) 5 e 0 of /4j cO _co 96 100 s' 0(00 O 6(i f i 9 HO SHOULD FILE THIS FORM: All elected officials (except President, Vice President and precinct committeemen) and every candidate (except for the office of President, Vice President and precinct committeemen) for themselves and their immediate families for the preceding twelve months. M a 1 NOTE: An amount of stock may be reported by number of shares instead c by market value. DING DEADLINE: Elected officials on or before January 31st of each e.. r. Candidates within two weeks of becoming a Candidate. ORM TO BE FILED WITH: Registration and Reporting Section, Public 4 is:•lesore Commission, Insurance Building Olympia, Washington 9:8504 Section 24 of this Law is printed in full on last page. ITEM r 6J MP. I V OFFICE HELD &t =KiiJG DATE PREPARED ELECTED OFFICIALS AND CANDIDATES (Sec 24) THIS SPACE i'OR O11'10E USE. DATE RECVD. ITEM NUMBER BUSINESS ADDRESS is /Zi f/L/ DIRECT FINANCIAL INTEREST (Applies to: (a) INTEREST IN EXCESS OF $5,000 IN A BANK OR SAVINGS ACCOUNT OR CASH SURRENOER VALUE OF AN INSURANCE POLICY, (b).EACH OTHER DIRECT FINANCIAL INTEREST IN EXCFSS OF s500.) I NATURE OF FINANCIAL INTEREST .5 J ew, d 6 /A' tip ,,v -c LIST ONLY CREDITORS TO WHOM $500 OR MORE WAS OWED (Does not apply to "RETAIL INSTALLMENT TRANSACTION" as- deflned in Chap. 63.14 R.C.W.) CREDITOR'S NAME AND ADDRESS i t;- t i 1 c- /1/4-7 /3/9/VIC TERMS OF PAYMENT SECURITY GIVEN, IF ANY Ce /7 j 7 t77e j d'i Enter amount code from page 3, or no. of shares G 9 /6 LIST EACH PUBLIC OR PRIVATE OFFICE, DIRECTORSHIP 4 AND POSITION AS TRUSTEE HELD. 77/' 6 f 7L,&‘ c+n 1 LIST PERSONS F'DR WriQM ACTUAL UK PKUPtJStU Ltlaf7 1 IUIV, KULC7 P1/1 1 t7 UK 7 1 0-111 U,iKtJ7 r+n cc cu' PROMOTED, OR OPPOSED FOR CURRENT OR DEFERRED COMPENSATION. PERSGS. NS TO WHOM SERVICES RENDERED ITEM 6 LIST EACH i GOVERNMENTAL ENTITY, CORPORATION, PARTNERSHIP, JOINT VENTURE, SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP, ASSOCIATION, UNION, OR OTHER BUSINESS OR COMMERCIAL ENTITY FROM WHOM COMPENSATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED IN ANY FORM OF A TOTAL VALUE OF $500 OR MORE. NAME ANO ADDRESS OF ENTITY of /u K L v //l t NAME OF CORPORATION OR ENTITY D SEE ATTACHED PAGES VALUE OF COMPEN- CONSIDERATION GIVEN OR PERFORMED IN EXCHANGE FOR SATION. (Enter Code) SUCH COMPENSATION. DESCRIPTION OF LEGISLATION, RULES, RATES, OR STANDARDS eiRV( s /947 12 /7 r 7 Amount of currant or deferred compensation paid or prom+ :ed to be paid. (Enter Code.) LIST CORPORATIONS, PARTNERSHIP, JOINT VENTURE, ASSOCIATION, UNION OR OTHER ENTITY IN WHICH IS HELD ANY OFFICE, DIRECTORSHIP, OR ANY GENERAL PARTNERSHIP INTEREST OR AN OWNERSHIP INTEREST OF 10% OR MORE. TITLE OF OFFICE, DIRECTORSHIP, OR PARTNERSHIP NATURE OF OWNER- SHIP INTEREST Name of governmental entity, corpo- ration, partnership, joint venture, sole proprietorship, association, union o• other business or commercial entity giving compensation to this entity of $500 or more during the preceding 12 months. ITEM LIST ALL REAL PROPERTY IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, INCLUDING LEGAL DESCRIPTION, THE ASSESSED VALUATION OF WHICH EXCEEDS $2,500 IN WHICH ANY DIRECT FINANCIAL INTEREST WAS AQUIRED DURING THE PRECEDING 8 CALENDAR YEAR. LEGAL DESCRIPTION NATURE OF INTEREST CONSIDERATION GIVEN IN EXCHANGE OF SUCH INTEREST y 6 f it/ r i flf� CG� .r;�' /G (vex, exr e-� Ltd i LLr%,,4 /fe 41 Cn'YVe-i '6 1 i f I I CONSIDERATION GIVEN OR PERFORM- ED IN EXCHANGE FOR COMPENSATION. Amount Code /24- cn a LIST ALL REAL PROPERTY IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, INCLUDING LEGAL DESCRIPTION, THE ASSESSED VALUATION C )F WHICH EXCEEOS $2,500 IN WHICH ANY DIRECT FINANCIAL INTEREST WAS DIVESTED DURING THE PRECEDING i CALENDAR YEAR. Al" cr; U' A T I /r v= /4 /3 Alifil!t" 7'C- SEE Tr,.AC ELEZ P ITEM 10 LEGAL DESCRIPTION ie i' if/ 12/A:. LIST ALL REAL PROPERTY IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, INCLUDING LEGAL DESCRIPTION, THE ASSESSED VALUATION OF WHICH EXCEEDS 52,500 IN WHICH A DIRECT FINANCIAL INTEREST WAS HELD.•(If described in previous report, reference can be made to previous report.) q R-F.7 SEE ATTACHED PAGES. ITEM LIST ALL REAL PROPERTY IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, INCLUDING LEGAL DESCRIPTION, THE ASSESSED VALUATION OF WHICH EXCEEOS 55,000 IN WHICH A CORPORATION, PARTNERSHIP, FIRM, ENTERPRISE OR OTHER ENTITY HAD A DIRECT 1 FINANCIAL INTEREST IN WHICH 10% OR GREATER OWNERSHIP WAS HELD. LEGAL DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHED PAGES. REMARKS: (J),77 m c4 ?TIFICATION: I hereby certify that the above is a true, complete and correct statement in accordance Section 24 of this Law. S IGNATURE NAME P -g410i DNA NATURE OF CONSIDERATION RECEIVEO ee /5 -/r�C� 7e ,'o ‘601 jvct; h oO /J /%e e ziA7 e 9 -c-x)- 762-4 %lea 'Pri/ .-7v Co I LEGAL DESCRIPTION �n a....1-4" z L -L fro r'i e i 1 Y NAME AND ADDRESS OF PERSON FURNISHING SUCH CONSIDERATION P -C. (21 CctJS, b cc 4 /1C.4(794,=er«ro-,2 ,V7-2-4/ /Li Tv k_c✓ //1,'- eirv.)e a /a1,•<, 3 d F4l/ /C 4, DATE i" 2 7 75" TITLE r— (1ildR c /Tyo/u .i FINANCIAL AMOUNT CODE Amount Code A -Less than 51,000 B At least 51.000 but less than 55,000 C At least 55,000 but less than 510,000 D -At least 510,000 but less than $25,000 E At least 52 or more. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 3 VOUCHER APPROVAL LID #19 LID #20 LID #21 LID #24 LID #25 BID OPENINGS, AWARDS AND CALLS Bid Award Tennis court trail lighting in Tukwila Park Call for bids Modification of T.F.D. Engine #7 Informal bid award Fence in Tukwila Park Vouchers #6155 #6297 Current Fund #6155 #6242 $46,383.63 Emer. Empl. #6243 #6245 215.60 Street Fund #6246 #6267 7,923.66 Fire Ftg. Equip. #6268 #6269 465.94 Water Fund #6270 #6282 7,857.89 Sewer Fund #6383 #6297 12,463.04 Total $75,309.76 C -58 1,121.63 R -38 1,121.63 C -31, 32 43,436.90 R -21 43,436.90 C -25 257.49 R -17 257.49 C -21, 22 3,717.64 R -13 3,717.64 C -18, 19 55,528.64 R -15 55,528.64 EXECUTIVE SESSION COMPLAINT AGAINST PUBLIC OFFICIAL /a7 7 MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT VOUCHER #6161 FOR PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT BE WITHHELD FOR APPROVAL DUE TO INCOMPLETE CONSTRUCTION AND TO APPROVE ALL OTHER VOUCHERS. CARRIED. Public Works Director Steve Hall briefly reviewed his letter of July 10 with the recommendation to award the bid to Floodlite, Inc. to the total bid of $17,566.14. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO CONCUR WITH THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR'S RECOMMENDA- TION TO AWARD THE BID FOR TENNIS COURT TRAIL LIGHT- ING TO FLOODLITE, INC. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT CALL FOR BIDS NOTICE BE READ. CARRIED. Council President Pro Tem Sterling read call for bids notice regarding modi- fication of Tukwila Fire Department Engine 7, license plate No. 13622. Bids will be accepted in the office of the City Clerk up to the hour of 5:00 P.M., August 11, 1975 to be read aloud at 7:30 P.M., Committee of the Whole meeting. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT CALL FOR BIDS NOTICE BE APPROVED AS PRINTED. CARRIED. Councilman Gardner, Chairman, Public Works Committee, read Steve Hall's letter dated July 17 recommending Secoma Fence be awarded the project for fencing in Tukwila Park at their total cost of $3,300.60. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY DAVIS, TO CONCUR WITH PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR'S RECOMMENDATION TO AWARD THE FENCE PROJECT TO SECOMA FENCE. CARRIED. 7:27 P.M. 8:32 P.M. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING TO EXECUTIVE SESSION.* Mayor Todd stated if the public official noted is himself, he would prefer any discussion be held in public. Attorney Parker stated if this concerns the City Attorney, he will attend no secret meetings of the Council. *CARRIED. Councilwoman Harris announced the Council Members will adjourn to the trailer so as not to inconvenience the audience. Mayor Todd called the regular meeting back to order with all Council Members present as previously noted. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO RESUME THE REGULAR MEETING. CARRIED. Mayor Todd asked if Minutes were taken during the Executive Session. Councilwoman Davis replied no. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 4 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS AND SIMILAR MATTERS Letter of acceptance re: Tukwila Fire Station, 444 Andover Park East Request of Fire Chief to participate in joint power agree- ment with King County Fire Districts Recognition of Capt. Dennis McCollum, T.F.D. OLD BUSINESS Discussion: Deputy City Attorney Resolution of intent to purchase the Independent Water Company /A79 Mayor Todd read a letter from Chief Hubert Crawley dated July 15 requesting the City to accept the Fire Station for final payment contingent upon withholding approximately $1,500 for minor items not yet completed by the contractor to the Department's satisfaction. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY HARRIS, TO REFER THIS ITEM 1U THE- BIT SAFETY CU BE. CARRIED. MOVED BY DAVIS. SECONDED BY HARRIS_ TO REFER THIS ITEM TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Mayor Todd read a letter from Chief Crawley dated July 18 recognizing promotion of Lt. Dennis McCollum to the rank of Captain in the Tukwila Fire Department. Mayor Todd and Council Members joined in congratula- tions to Captain McCollum and to the Fire Department itself for its high quality personnel. Councilwoman Harris stated the Council passed an ordinance creating the position of Deputy City Attorney on April 21, 1975 and required the appointment to be made by May 5. On April 28, the Council received a letter from Mayor Todd vetoing the ordinance and stating the 57th Amendment to the State Constitution had been violated. She stated she could not under- stand how the 57th Amendment applied to the appoint- ment. On May 19, the Council submitted the name of a gentleman for Mayor Todd's consideration, and he indicated he would give this due consideration. We have now waited two months without any further infor- mation. Mayor Todd stated he happened to be a client of the firm of which Mr. Bastian is a member. Mr. Bastian is also a zoning attorney for King County and Mayor Todd stated he currently has a rezone request pending before King County. Mayor Todd stated he felt this constituted a conflict of interest and therefore could not appoint Mr. Bastian as Deputy City Attorney. Under any other circumstances, Mr. Bastian would be immediately considered he's one of the best. Councilwoman Harris stated she felt there was no conflict at this time unless something new had transpired between the firm and Mr. Todd. She asked if the Council could expect an appointment of a quali- fied attorney to be submitted for approval soon. Mayor Todd stated he has another question regarding the ordinance itself. He does not feel the ordinance is proper, so his answer is no. Councilwoman Harris stated if the ordinance is improper, it would have to stand the test of a citizens law suit. Mayor Todd stated this is true, but there have been enough law suits in the City and this matter is not one of high priority at this time as far as he is concerned. Councilman Gardner stated this item was covered at the July 17 Public Works Committee meeting where it was suggested that the City Attorney prepare a resolution of intent to purchase the Independent Water Co. for $32,000. Councilman Gardner read a letter from Steve Hall, Public Works Director, addressed to Ron McLaugh- lin of Foster Marshall dated July 17. The letter requested Mr. McLaughlin to analyze Water Department income versus budget requirements and to recommend methods of financing to purchase the Company at an estimated cost of $30,000. Councilwoman Harris stated there will be revenues anticipated in the Water Fund for this purpose. Also, an agreement to negotiate for TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 5 OLD BUSINESS Cont. Independent Water Co. Cont. Sale offer of City Light property in Andover Park LID #26 Preliminary costs for final assessment roll STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS Community Affairs Committee Foster Golf Course SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES Ord. #933, Fixing amount of compensation for office of Mayor for Councilmembers the purchase was executed in 1971, so we have been considering this for quite some time. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY GARDNER, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO MEET WITH HELEN NELSON AND ATTORNEYS FOR THE INDEPENDENT WATER COMPANY TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION TO THE CITY COUNCIL STATING INTENT OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA TO PURCHASE THE INDE- PENDENT WATER COMPANY. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY SAUL, TO REFER THIS ITEM TO THE COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Councilman Gardner read a letter dated June 27 from Steve Hall, Public Works Director, regarding City payment of overlay costs as computed by Yoshida, Inc. and computation of preliminary costs for the final assessment roll. MOVED BY HARRIS. SECONDED BY JOHAN- SON. TO REFER THIS ITEM TO THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Councilwoman Harris, Chairwoman, reported the Commit- tee met with Mr. Ben Aliment, owner of the Golf Course, on July 16 regarding the City's acquisition. She stated this item would remain in Committee until we are ready for it to be placed on the November ballot for citizen approval of bonds. The Committee has made recommendations for full Council approval before any further action is taken. Councilwoman Harris reviewed the Committee Minutes of July 16. She stated the fee to update Ballaine Halliday's appraisal is still $800 and it could be completed in late August or early September. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY STERL- ING, TO CONCUR WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMUNI- TY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AND ENGAGE THE SERVICES OF BALLAINE HALLIDAY, REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS AND CON- SULTANTS, REDMOND, WA., TO UPDATE THE APPRAISAL OF THE FOSTER GOLF COURSE IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE STATUTES. ROLL CALL VOTE: CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY DAVIS, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMMUN- ITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AND AUTHORIZE THE PLANNING DE- PARTMENT TO INITIATE AN UPDATE OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA PARK AND RECREATION COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. CARRIED. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO CONCUR WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO ENGAGE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED PERSON TO WORK DIRECTLY WITH THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT FOR A PERIOD NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE UPDATE OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, SUCH CONTRACTUAL WORK TO BE COVERED BY AN AGREEMENT SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCH FEES TO BE PAID FROM BUDGET ITEM 517.60.31, PLANNING DEPARTMENT PROFESSION- AL SERVICES. CARRIED. Councilwoman Harris stated the Committee also urges the establishment of a new citizens ad hoc committee to support the bond issue for the acquisition of the Foster Golf Course to preserve this open space for recreational use. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ AS AMENDED. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed ordinance fixing the amount of compensation for the positions of Mayor and Council members of the City of Tukwila; amending Section 1 of TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 6 SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES Cont. Ord. #933 Cont. Ord. #934 Amending City Metro sewer rates FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES Ord. #935 Reducing regular connection charges to City sewer system for single dwelling house gl Ordinance 492 and T.M.C. 2.04.210; Section II of Ordi- nance 492 and T.M.C. 2.08.020; and adding a new sec- tion to each. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY JOHANSON TO APPROVE ORD. #933 AS AMENDED.* Councilman Saul objected to the amounts granted as compensation to the Mayor and Council. He stated pay for Council as sug- gested by five Council Members at the Committee meet- ing averaged $150. He stated he felt the pay was too high. Councilman Johanson stated the average figures were considered in the beginning, but since that time several people approached him with suggestions of higher pay. Councilman Saul noted Renton Council Members are paid $400 per month, Auburn is paid $100 and Kent is $200 and Bellevue is $400. *ROLL CALL VOTE: 5 AYES GARDNER, STERLING, DAVIS, HARRIS, JOHANSON; 1 NO SAUL. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING THAT COUNCILMAN SAUL BE EXCUSED. Councilman Saul left the meeting at 9:21 P.M. to pick up his "son" from Japan at the airport. He explained this is kind of a "sister city" exchange. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed ordinance amending Ordinance 913, Section 1, (1), (2), (4) and Tukwila Municipal Code 14.16.030; to increase sewer charges, and Ordinance 913, Section 2; and Tukwila Municipal Code 14.16.065 to decrease City Metro rate. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT ORDINANCE #934 BE APPROVED AS READ. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN BUT NOT COMPLETED.* President Pro Tem Sterling stated he has not seen the report from Ron McLaughlin, Foster Marshall, regarding this adjustment. Steve Hall stated the recommendation regarding this ordinance was given verbally by Mr. McLaughlin, but if the Council wants it in writing, he will have a letter. Steve Hall then illustrated the change in rates on the board. *VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY BY ROLL CALL. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed ordinance amending Section 14.16.070 of the Tukwila Municipal Code reducing the regular connection charge for a single dwelling house connecting to the sewage system to ten dollars. President Pro Tem Sterling noted there has been some delay in getting this proposed ordinance to the table. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY HARRIS, TO SUSPEND THE RULES AND READ PROPOSED ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED, BY UNANIMOUS ROLL CALL VOTE. Attorney Parker read pro- posed ordinance amending Section 14.16.070 of the Tukwila Municipal Code reducing the regular connection charge for a single dwelling house connecting to the sewage system to ten dollars, by title only. Council- woman Harris stated she preferred a standard conven- tional method of amending ordinances which the City has not been following. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO AMEND THE TITLE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE AS FOLLOWS: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1, ORDINANCE 667 AND T.M.C. 14.16.070 REDUCING THE REGULAR CONNEC- TION CHARGE FOR A SINGLE DWELLING HOUSE;` AND DELETING "CONNECTING TO THE SEWAGE SYSTEM TO TEN DOLLARS THE SECOND PARAGRAPH BE AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: THAT SECTION 1, ORDINANCE 667 AND T.M.C. SECTION 14.16.070 EACH BE AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS:, AND DELETE "OF THE TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SENTENCE IN THE TEXT TO BE AMENDED TO READ, "THE FEE FOR EACH SINGLE DWELLING TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 7 FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES Cont. Ord. #935 Cont. Ord. #936 Amending T.M.C. 14.12.200 to clarify the meaning RECESS 9:56 Y.M. 10:04 P.M. Proposed ordinance Relating to transfers within the annual budget RESOLUTIONS Reso. #488 Recognizing U.S.T.M.E. as bargaining agent for non -union City employees HOUSE SHALL BE (SEVENTY -FIVE) TEN DOLLARS CLOSING STATEMENT, DELETE THE WORDS "AND APPROVED BY THE MAYOR AND PROVIDE A LINE BENEATH THE MAYOR'S SIG- NATURE LINE TO INDICATE DATE APPROVED. CARRIED. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY DAVIS, THAT ORD. #935 BE PASSED AS AMENDED. CARRIED, BY UNANIMOUS ROLL CALL VOTE. Mayor Todd stated he would anticipate some lit- igation out of this change since the multiple dwelling units and commercial units are being discriminated against with the higher rates. President Pro Tem Sterling stated the purpose of the amendment is to arrive at a rate for single dwelling houses that is the same as the commercial rate. The $75 fee we have had is a higher rate than the 1/2¢ per square foot rate. Councilwoman Harris added this was researched in the Public Works Committee and found to be compati- ble with other sewer districts. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed ordinance amending Section 14.12.200 of the Tukwila Municipal Code to clarify the meaning. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY DAVIS, TO SUSPEND THE RULES FOR A SECOND READING OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO READ PROPOSED ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed ordinance amending Section 14.12.200 of the Tukwila Municipal Code to clarify the meaning, by title only. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY DAVIS, TO AMEND THE PROPOSED ORDI- NANCE AS FOLLOWS: THE TITLE TO READ: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 18, ORD. 342 AND T.M.C. SECTION 14.12.200 TO CLARIFY THE MEANING ";THE SECOND PARAGRAPH "THAT SECTION 18, ORD. 342 AND T.M.C. SECTION 14.12.200 EACH BE AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: THE TEXT TO READ "THE CHARGE FOR THE FIRST INSPECTION PER CONNECTION TO THE CITY SEWAGE COLLECTION SYSTEM SHALL BE TWENTY DOLLARS. THE TEXT TO READ "ALL SUCH FEES SHALL BE PAID TO THE CITY TREASURER WHO SHALL ISSUE RECEIPTS THEREFOR, AND SUCH RECEIPT MUST BE FILED WITH THE (CITY- SUPERVISOR) DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS BEFORE ANY PERMITS ARE ISSUED '1'O THE PERSON OWING San FEES. DELETE THE WORDS "AND APPROVED BY THE MAYOR" FROM THE CLOSING LINE AND PROVIDE A LINE BENEATH THE MAYOR'S SIGNATURE LINE FOR DATE APPROVED. CARRIED. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO APPROVE ORD. #936 AS AMENDED. CARRIED. Mayor Todd requested a ten minute recess. Mayor Todd called the regular meeting back to order with all Council Members present as previously listed with the exception of Councilman Saul. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ IN FULL. CARRIED. Councilwoman Harris read proposed ordinance relating to transfers within the annual budget, and amending Section 1, Ord- inance 431, and T.M.C. Section 2.08.010. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY HARRIS. TO REFER PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO THE FINANCE 8 PERSONNEL COMMITTEE.* Councilwoman Davis stated she felt the $50 limit may be too restric- tive. *CARRIED. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO READ PROPOSED RESOLUTION BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution recognizing the Unin- corporated Society of Tukwila Municipal Employees as a bargaining agent for all non -union employees of the City of Tukwila, by title only. Councilman Johanson TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 8 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Reso. #488 Cont. Proposed resolution Authorizing Mayor girl representative of the City to attend Valley Publishing Days at Longacres stated it is the recommendation of the Committee to attach the petition as an exhibit to the Resolution. Mayor Todd suggested the letters submitted by five U.S.T.M.E. members requesting their names be withdrawn from the petition also be included as part of the exhibit, in which case a minority of the group is represented on the petition. He stated he received a telephone message at home from Gary Grant this evening in which Mr. Grant stated his intention to represent the non -union employees of the City and had petitioned the Department of Labor and Industries for certification. The information is second hand, but he believed it was accurate. Councilman Johanson stated the Finance Committee had met with Gary Crutchfield, President of U.S.T.M.E., last week and were aware the five members had withdrawn their names from the petition but he felt the Resolution still represented the majority of the non -union employees. He stated the petition in his opinion remains valid and it is his recommendation to recognize the group. Mayor Todd stated he did not think the group would be effective unless it was recognized by the Depart- ment of Labor and Industries. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO ADD THE FOLLOWING WORDS BETWEEN THE SECOND PARAGRAPH AND THE CLOSING OF THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION, "THE PETITION OF JUNE 27, 1975 PRESENTED BY U.S.T.M.E. IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT A INCLUDING LETTERS DELETING NAMES OF FIVE MEMBERS. CARRIED. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO DELETE THE WORDS "AND APPROVED BY THE MAYOR" FROM THE CLOSING PARAGRAPH. CARRIED. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO AMEND PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO INCLUDE A LINE BENEATH THE MAYOR'S SIGNATURE LINE FOR DATE APPROVED. CARRIED. MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION #488 AS AMENDED.* Mrs. Maxine Anderson asked Mayor Todd to clarify a statement that Gary Grant was going to represent the group. Mayor Todd stated the message was that Mr. Grant had filed for representation, apparently having a sufficient number of signed cards, of those employees not otherwise affiliated with any other union. Mrs. Anderson stated she was a member of the U.S.T.M.E. group and has attended all of its meetings; no one at any of the regular meetings has discussed this with her. Mayor Todd stated he was also informed he would have a formal written notice and he would forward a copy to Mrs. Anderson. Councilwoman Harris stated the possibility of another representation occuring was discussed at the Agenda meeting last Thursday. Those present felt if this should be the case, and even though the required number of cards were received, an election would have to be held and a majority would have to vote in favor of going to the other representation. *CARRIED. Councilwoman Davis stated she felt last year there was no need for this resolution as the Mayor is to repre- sent the City at these functions. Mayor Todd stated the Council may deny the resolution if they do not wish him to go. Councilwoman Davis replied she did not wish to deny the resolution. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO AMEND THE AGENDA. CARRIED. Councilwoman Davis stated she received a letter from Mayor Todd dated July 16 which she read as follows: "I am returning six free King County Fair tickets to you, Mrs. Davis, and wish to state in the strongest possible terms my complete disgust at your attempt to involve me and my family in accepting gratuities, an illegal act under the law. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 9 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Proposed resolution Valley Publishing Days Cont. "I find your attempt repulsive, cheap and indicative of the quality of your service to the people of the City of Tukwila and to all honest people holding a position of trust in all areas of government. (Signed) Frank Todd, Mayor Councilwoman Davis stated she objected that copies of the letter went to department heads. Mayor Todd stated no letters were given out to a department head. Councilwoman Davis disagreed. To continue, she stated she was contacted by the King County Visitors Bureau when they had attempted to reach Dan Saul, the Bicentennial Committee chairman. She stated she would relay the message to Dan Saul in addition to offering the assistance of the Historical Society in setting up a display at the King County Fair. She was also given tickets for the City to be represented at the Fair on Sunday. All King County Councilmembers, City Mayors and Councilmembers were given the same opportunity to receive tickets. She stated she certainly would not involve Mayor Todd's family in something illegal. Mayor Todd stated his letter was quite harsh, but at the time it was a situation where he arrived at the office to find some tickets in the mailbox with a note from Joanne Davis, stating she hoped there was enough for the whole family and if not, to give her a call. He stated at no time had Mrs. Davis mentioned the events at the King County Fair to him. He stated to this day, he has not received anything for free; he does not intend to do so now. At the time, he considered it an insult and entrapment. Councilwoman Davis stated there is a letter in the office from Mr. Koch of the White River Historical Society informing Mayor Todd of the Fair and Tukwila's event on Sunday. Mayor Todd stated he was not aware of that letter. Councilman Johanson stated if Mayor Todd has any more "hate mail'' would he refrain from using staff to type it on the City's letterhead. President Pro Tem Sterling stated the Council should move on with the Agenda. Councilwoman Harris stated it is the Mayor's personal decision not to accept the invitation extended by Longacres to the office of Mayor. The Council finds no harm in attending or accepting this invitation. If Mr. Todd feels if as a guest of Longacres which may include a free meal or free admittance he would be accepting a gratuity, then the Council is no less legal if it officially passes this resolution. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT PROPOSED RESO- LUTION BE STRUCK FROM THE AGENDA. CARRIED, WITH STERLING VOTING NO. President Pro Tem Sterling stated two wrongs here do not make a right. He would like to have the City represented and he does not want to voice a negative vote on this because of personal negative letters, no matter how much he disagrees with the letter. Councilman Johanson stated he does not believe that this situation calls for a resolution of the Council in order for the Mayor to attend these functions. It is part of the job to represent the City of Tukwila on any given day at any given event. Mayor Todd stated in this case, there was a meeting in Olympia today in which the signs for No Parking on Interurban Avenue for Longacres patrons were discussed before the State Highway Commission. The proposal to post signs was approved. We did spend some City money in order to solve this problem for ourselves and for the people representing Longacres. He stated on this basis, he felt it was not proper to accept the invitation for free drinks and dinner at Longacres. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 10 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Proposed resolution Valley Publishing Days Cont. Proposed resolution Establishing policy for appointment or re- appointment to boards commissions of the City Proposed resolution Acknowledging the Comprehensive Plan no longer reflects current values of the community, recognizing the necessity of new land use policy plan declaring a proposed interim policy DEPARTMENT REPORTS Treasurer's report of monthly investments Public Works Department MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Tukwila Historical Society ?s" Mrs. Phyllis Pesicka stated she was surprised at the action of the City Council. Any time an elected City official is offered a gift, it should be with the approval of the City Council. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution establishing policy for the appointment or re- appointment to boards and commissions of the City of Tukwila, by title only. MOVED BY HARRIS. SECONDED BY STERLING. THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE REFERRED TO THE COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY DAVIS, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution of the City Council of the City of Tukwila acknowledging that the Comprehen- sive Plan for the City of Tukwila no longer reflects currently held values of the community in regard to planning and land use development; recognizing the necessity of establishing a new land use policy plan or comprehensive plan; and declaring a proposed interim policy, by title only. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY DAVIS. THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE REFERRED TO THE COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Councilwoman Harris, Chairwoman of the Committee, stated the proposed resolution will be on the July 23 Committee meeting agenda and copies of the proposed resolution will be posted on the bulletin boards. Mayor Todd stated he has on several occasions requested the City Treasurer to be present during this time for review of the investment report. Councilman Johanson read the cover letter of the Treasurer's investment report for June, 1975. Steve Hall, Public Works Director, stated the West Valley Highway was posted with No Parking signs in the area of Longacres today. Steve Hall stated a budget item for asphalt paving has been called for bids and he would like to include it on the Agenda at this time. MOVED BY STERLING, SECONDED BY GARDNER, TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO INCLUDE CALL FOR BIDS NOTICE. CARRIED. Steve Hall read call for bids notice for asphaltic concrete overlay and pre leveling; bids will be received in the office of the City Clerk up to the hour of 5:00 P.M. on August 4, 1975 to be opened and read at 7:30 P.M. on August 4 Council meeting. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO APPROVE CALL FOR BIDS NOTICE AS RECOMMEND- ED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR. CARRIED. Steve Hall reported the Federal Highway Administration has approved plans for the S -Line Bridge signalization and we have already received authorization to call for bids regarding a resolution passed by the State High- way Commission authorizing revision of I -5 and Klick- itat on -ramp. We will know the scheduling of the on- ramp project soon. Mr. Rudolph Regel stated the Tukwila Historical Society meets every fourth Wednesday at 7:30 P.M. at the Foster Presbyterian Church. Charter members will be accepted until October 1, 1975. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 11 MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Cont. Record Chronicle article re: Federal Revenue Sharing violation and the Land Acquisition, Building Development Fund 8‘ Councilwoman Harris stated an article appeared in the July 17 Renton Record Chronicle which stated the City's Revenue Sharing monies may be in danger because the Secretary of the Treasury in Washington, D.C. had received a communication which alleges that the City is in violation of State and Federal laws. The alle- gations are that the City discriminated on the basis of national origin in employment practices and that the City has violated local law requirements in establishing the Land Acquisition, Building and Development Fund without unanimous vote of the City Council. The article included statements by Mayor Todd that $90,000 of Federal Revenue Sharing funds had been put into the Building Land Acquisition Fund which is not the case. The Building Land Acquisi- tion Fund was established by ordinance in 1969 and has been audited by the State examiners every year since that time. The City has never been cited for violation of any local or State laws. It is not illegal to use Federal Revenue Sharing funds for that purpose as long as the use conforms to the require- ments under Revenue Sharing guidelines. Councilwoman Harris stated the Council has just concluded the case in Superior Court as of June 16, 1975. The findings of the Court were that Judge Faris found in the matter of employee grievances regarding discimination ruled there was no discrimination based on the City of Tukwila resolutions specifically on race, sex, color, creed or national origin. The local grievance committee of the City also found there was no discrim- ination based on those terms. Judge Faris further found there was no salary discrimination or political discrimination and that the grievance committee did not know what it was to arbitrate. He also found the Council could retain independent legal counsel and the City still has not paid that bill. According to statements made in the newspaper, the letter from the Office of Treasury came to the City Hall while Mr. Traynor was acting as Mayor Pro Tem. In the Mayor's absence, Mr. Traynor has full authority as Mayor with the exception of appointing or removing persons from office. This letter was not given to Mr. Traynor until Mayor Todd once again returned to his office. In the absence of the Mayor, the letter was given to the City Attorney for his reply instead of being forwarded to Mr. Traynor. He had no know- ledge of the letter until he resumed his duties as Council Member. On July 17, the Council's independent legal counsel was contacted regarding this matter. The City Council requested Mr. Hard to look into it and respond. The article stated that Mayor Todd had intended to respond to the Office of Treasury without any concurrence of the Council. Mr. Hard attempted to contact Mayor Todd to obtain a copy of the letter. Upon identifying himself to Mayor Todd, he was asked if this call was going to cost the City any money and he replied it might at which time Mayor Todd hung up. Mr. Hard then wrote a letter to the Council informing us of the preceding phone call. We need to have independent legal aid on this matter as our funds are in jeopardy. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA FINDS THAT CITY ATTORNEY WAYNE PARKER IS NOT IN A POSITION TO REPRESENT THE CITY, NOR THE COUNCIL IN AN UNBIASED MANNER IN THE MATTER OF AN INQUIRY FROM THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY REGARDING THE USE OF FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING FUNDS, DUE TO HIS STATEMENTS IN A LETTER BY MR. PARKER OF DECEMBER 18, 1974, AND HIS ACTIONS THEREAFTER. THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINTS THE LAW FIRM OF LeSOURD, PATTEN, FLEMING E TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 12 MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Cont. Revenue Sharing Cont. /a 87 HARTUNG TO REPRESENT THE CITY OF TUKWILA AND THE CITY COUNCIL IN RESPONSE TO THE LETTER OF INQUIRY, AND ANY OTHER ACTION DEEMED NECESSARY TO PROTECT THE INTEREST OF THE CITY.* Mayor Todd stated he was out of town at the time the letter from the Office of Treasury arrived at City Hall. The envelope was addressed to him and was stamped "Certified Mail On the day he called the City Clerk's office, he was informed of the letter. He asked Mrs. Kinney to open the envelope and to for- ward the letter to the City Attorney to reply he would be in touch with Mr. Murphy, the official at the Treasury, when he returned from vacation. Mayor Todd stated when he did arrive at the office, the first thing he did was to make a copy of the letter for Mr. Traynor. He stated he has not yet replied to Mr. Murphy. The article in the paper was misleading because he would expect some assistance in replying to Mr. Murphy by the mere fact that he did provide Mr. Traynor with a copy of the letter. He stated Judge Faris' decision has not yet been filed with the Court, so he does not believe the statements made by Councilwoman Harris are valid. We have no final and binding authority on this case now. He stated he was a private individual sued under the complaint and he intended to appeal it with or without public funds. If the final decision does come down as Councilwoman Harris has stated, he would have to disagree with Judge Faris. Councilman Johanson stated the text of Mr. Murphy's letter does make reference to the Building and Land Acquisition Fund. He asked if the grievant, Linda Kodama, had sent information to the Revenue Sharing office regarding that Fund. He stated he did not understand how the Land Acquisition, Building Development Fund had anything to do with the griev- ances. Mayor Todd stated he was not positive that it did. He suggested to Councilman Johanson to research the grievance files to see who received copies of any grievance letters. Councilwoman Davis stated Linda Kodama did send a copy of her grievance to the Revenue Sharing office but it did not include any information regarding the Land Acquisition Fund. Councilwoman Harris stated the grievance committee which considered the grievance of Linda Kodama found nothing to indicate discrimination on the part of the City Council on the basis of race or sex. The Council was told earlier in the year that the decision of the arbitration committee would be final and binding and that the Council must accept it, but the Council did not accept it because we relied on an ordinance of the City which provided there shall be no transfer of funds by the Mayor for the purpose of increasing salaries. Judge Faris upheld that ordinance and more importantly, the City's own grievance committees did not find discrimination. The report to the Revenue Sharing office was forwarded by someone who was not happy with the grievance committee's recommendations. Linda Kodama's grievance was considered for the final time on June 16 and the City Council was not provided with any information of the results of that meeting until some time later when we requested it. Councilwoman Davis stated on June 6, the Council's attorney was present at the arbitration committee meet ing and requested of Steve Hall to be informed of all actions of the committee and this was not complied with. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 21, 1975 Page 13 MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Cont. Revenue Sharing *MOTION TO RETAIN LEGAL FIRM, CARRIED. Cont. Attest: Mayor Todd stated he would retain the right to reply to Mr. Murphy's certified letter in his own way for the City of Tukwila since the Council obviously will answer on their own through Mr. Hard. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT THE CITY 11:12 Y.M. COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURN. CARRIED. Franc Todd, Mayor 7 17( f L Shirlee Kinney, City Clerk, C.W.M.C.