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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-09-02 Regular MinutesSeptember 2, 1975 7:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS MINUTE APPROVAL VOUCHER APPROVAL BID OPENINGS, AWARDS AND CALLS Letters from Steve Hall re: Bid opening for signals at North u South end of S -Line Bridge and at Andover Park West Strander Blvd. X 0 0,,' 0ri Ce� f C L to r t3 /y TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Tukwila City Hall REGULAR MEETING Council Chambers M I N U T E S Mayor Todd led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order. GARDNER, STERLING, TRAYNOR, DAVIS, HARRIS, SAUL, JOHANSON. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 4, 1975 REGULAR MEETING AND ADDENDUM BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. CARRIED, WITH DAVIS VOTING NO. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 18, 1975 REGULAR MEETING BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. CARRIED, WITH DAVIS AND JOHANSON VOTING NO. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT THE BILLS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRANTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS.* Councilwoman Davis questioned Voucher 6527, City Attorney's expense of August 7 for court reporter charges for a transcript of Todd's testimony in the amount of $60.00. Attorney Parker explained Mr. Hard, the Council's attorney, had ordered the trans- cript and when the court reporter advised him of this, he stated he ordered a copy for his records. MOVED BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY HARRIS, TO AMEND THE MOTION TO PLACE VOUCHER 6527 ON THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. Mayor Todd pointed out several other charges and the City Attorney's monthly retainer also are included in the Voucher. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO AMEND THE AMENDMENT TO WITHHOLD FROM VOUCHER 6527 THE AMOUNT OF $60.00 WHICH IS IN QUESTION ON THE CITY ATTORNEY'S STATEMENT. Discussion continued regard- ing the transcript. Councilwoman Davis stated she did not believe the transcript was related to a City problem and that another attorney may be involved. *MOTION ON THE AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDMENT CARRIED, WITH SAUL VOTING NO. *MOTION ON THE AMENDED AMEND- MENT CARRIED, WITH SAUL VOTING NO. *VOTE ON THE ORI- GINAL MOTION TO APPROVE AS AMENDED CARRIED, WITH SAUL VOTING NO. Current Fund #6499 #6554 Street Fund #6555 #6560 Fed. Rev. Shg. #6561 Bldg. Land Acq. #6562 Water Fund #6563 #6577 Sewer Fund #6578 #6587 LID 25 C -23 F 24 R -18 Vouchers #6499 #6587 $12,593.42 6,969.87 8,333.72 3,300.60 15,997.88 3,938.77 $51,134.26 $30,422.46 30,422.46 Steve Hall, Public Works Director, read his letter dated August 27 recommending the bids be rejected due to an error in designating the time for bids to be received and that a recall for bids be approved. He then read his letter dated September 2, an addition to the previous recommendation. District #1 State Aid Engineer T. T. McLeod had called to inform him that the Federal Highway Administration had not Steve Hall stated he and the consulting engineer had proceeded with this project on the basis of a letter from the State High- way Commission dated July 18 in which Mr. McLeod stated "Federal Highway Administration has approved the above noted project (signal installation) Steve Hall stated it is now his recommendation that the City Council reject all bids and recall for bids at such time as we receive written approval from the Federal Highway Administration, approximately one month away. r TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1975 Page 2 BID OPENINGS, AWARDS AND CALLS Cont. Signalization Cont. Letter from King County re: CETA positions and related letter from Parks E Recreation Dept. /3ao Mr. Maynard Sundt, National Electrical Contractors Association, stated he was sincerely interested in the City of Tukwila getting the job done as economically as possible. He is concerned about all the bids being rejected. Two of the bids submitted were opened and read aloud at the previous Council meeting and two were unopened due to the confusion in time of the bids to be submitted to the City Clerk. He stated the longer the bids are put off, the more costly it will be for the City. He would agree that the bids which were not opened be opened and all the bids be held until such time as approval for the grant is received. This would be fair and satisfactory to the bidders and would save some costs for the City. City Attorney Wayne Parker stated he did not see how this is possible and that our $35,000.00 grant is in jeopardy unless we take every step just exactly right. He suggested all the bids be opened and rejected at this time and the Council may call for bids at a later date when the Federal approval is received. Steve Hall stated he posed the question Mr. Sundt suggested to State and Federal officials, since 45 days is allowed from time of bid opening to time of awards and the answer was "no, do not hold the bids Steve Hall reviewed the motions between the State and Federal offices regarding the agreement for ad and award of project bids. Mr. Sundt stated he did not want to interfere with the grant in anyway and it appears his request is not possible. He requested the other two bids be opened and exposed in fairness to all bidders. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, TO REJECT ALL BIDS AND AWAIT APPROVAL WHICH IS REQUIRED TO RECALL FOR BIDS. CARRIED. Attorney Parker stated he felt the two unopened bids should be opened. Councilman Johanson stated the one contractor stated on the night of the bid opening that he wanted his bid back unopened and he was told he would receive it. Attorney Parker stated there is no liability to the City one way or the other in his opinion. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, TO OPEN THE REMAINING BIDS. ROLL CALL VOTE: 4 NOS GARDNER, DAVIS, HARRIS, JOHANSON: 3 AYES STERLING, TRAYNOR, SAUL. MOTION FAILED. PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS AND SIMILAR MATTERS Mayor Todd explained the CETA approval for the Public Works positions and read Richard Hunt's letter dated August 22, requesting two positions for the Recreation programs this fall. Richard Hunt, Recreation Super- visor, stated he now has 20 volleyball teams, 6 mens' and 4 teen -age basketball teams plus two gym nights scheduled at this time. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO REFER THE LETTERS TO THE COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE.* Councilwoman Harris stated she would like to know if the positions of "laborers" can be changed to "recreation leaders" without losing the funds, approximately $6,000.00. Steve Hall stated there is a time frame to consider since these recreation programs begin September 22. Councilwoman Harris reviewed the progress of the CETA request through City Administration and through the County Council. *CARRIED, WITH TRAYNOR VOTING NO. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1975 Page 3 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS AND SIMILAR MATTERS Cont. Letter re: Certificate of Competency to Raymond Doll and Dale Snelling, Sewer Dept. OLD BUSINESS Letter re: Acquisition of chainsaw for Park Dept. Letter re: Graydon Smith apartment development NEW BUSINESS Presentation: Interlocal agreement with City of Kent re: credit union services for Tukwila employees Steve Hall, Public Works Director, read a letter from the State Department of Ecology stating Certificates of Competency had been awarded to Raymond Doll and Dale Snelling, City of Tukwila Sewer Department, in Group V. Mayor Todd and the City Council extended congratulations to Mr. Doll and Mr. Snelling. Councilman Traynor explained the request and read Steve Hall's letter to Mayor Todd dated August 4, 1975. Steve Hall explained the use of the equipment, stating it is now too late in the year for improvements to the Central School tennis court so that funds are available in the Park Department for the purchase of a chainsaw at approximately $250.00. We could have used the CETA personnel for this project. Councilwo- man Harris suggested contracting the Central School project out so that the facilities could be ready in the spring next year. Steve Hall stated it would take about a month and a half to finalize a contract and the cost would most likely exceed the $10,000.00 budgeted. MOVED BY SAUL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, TO ACCEPT THE RECOMMENDATION OF PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT TO PURCHASE A NEW CHAINSAW. CARRIED. Steve Hall, Public Works Director, read his letter addressed to Mayor Todd dated August 27, 1975 recom- mending items to be covered by committee. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY GARDNER, TO REFER THE LETTER TO THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW.* Council- woman Harris stated she would like to check the Tukwila Municipal Code for the requirements of a recommendation from the Planning Commission. Kjell Stoknes, Planning Director, stated a resolution of intent to form an LID went before the Planning Commission over a year ago and the Planning Commission made certain recommendations at that time. Councilwo- man Harris stated she recalled a petition made by Graydon Smith to the Planning Commission and that a public hearing had been held on the street vacation. Mr. Graydon Smith stated the whole thing was accom- plished 7 years ago and certain stipulations were part of the actual covenants on the rezone. Gary Crutchfield, Planning Department, stated the Planning Commission had reviewed this and held a public hearing and recommended three conditions. The dedication has not yet been made and that is why we are at this point now with the center line on 152nd. A resolution cannot be considered because we have no firm legal description yet. Steve Hall stated a registered land surveyor has completed his work and the City has checked it. We will have a firm legal available soon. *CARRIED. /30Z/ Gary Crutchfield, Planning Department stated the City of Tukwila employees have been accepted by the City of Kent Federal Credit Union and can now initiate payroll deductions. The City has an automated book- keeping system for payroll and this service requires a certain amount of computer time. He stated approxi- mately 500 of the City employees have signed up for membership. Mr. Frank Kriedler asked if Tukwila employees would be a part of the governing body of the credit union. Gary Crutchfield replied yes, two Tukwila employees and five Kent employees form the board. Councilwoman Harris stated she felt the agree- ment would need to be covered by a resolution. MOVED TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1975 Page 4 NEW BUSINESS Cont. Credit union Cont. Letter from Mrs. Hazel Gjerde re: Annexation Mutual aids agreement with Fire Districts #2, #11, #23 and with the City of Renton SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES Proposed ordinance MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT PROPOSED Adopting by ORDINANCE REMAIN IN iIIL PUtT[TiC ;70 LuMMII ILL. reference King CARRIED. County Ord. re: Sewage disposal systems FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES Ord. 938 Accepting a donation for the Fire Dept. Aid Car RESOLUTIONS Reso. 492 Authorizing Chief Executive Officer to enter into an agreement with King County re: Legal defense services for Municipal Court cases Proposed substitute resolution Intent to purchase the Independent Water Company 13aQ BY DAVIS, SECONDED BY STERLING. TO REFER THE AGREEMENT TO FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE FOR CONSIDERATION.* Gary Crutchfield stated he would have a copy of the agreement from Kent on September 10. *CARRIED. Kjell Stoknes, Planning Director, read a letter addressed to the City Council dated August 26, 1975 including the Planning Department's comments on the proposed annexation. He recommended the City Council refer this item to the Planning Commission. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, TO REFER PROPOSED ANNEXATION TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION. CARRIED. Councilwoman Davis stated she would like to suggest that the Planning Commission check into the surround- ing properties to further round out the boundaries in that area of the City. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY HARRIS, TO REFER THE AGREEMENTS TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed ordinance accepting a donation for the Fire Department Aid Car. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY SAUL, TO SUSPEND THE RULES AND PLACE PROPOSED ORDINANCE ON ITS SECOND READING, BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed ordinance accepting a donation for the Fire Department Aid Car by title only. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT ORDINANCE 938 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY STERLING, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution authorizing the Chief Executive Officer of the City of Tukwila to enter into an agreement with King County to provide for legal defense services in Municipal Court proceedings, by title only. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT RESOLUTION 492 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION BE READ IN FULL. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed substitute resolution of intent to purchase the Independent Water Company. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Councilman Traynor stated the financial consultant for the City recommended $20,000 as the purchase price. How is the proposed purchase price of $32,000 justified? Councilman Johanson replied the financial consultant stated there was $20,000 worth of revenue that could support the purchase and we did not feel that was the only price that could be negotiated. Anything beyond $20,000 would have to be further evaluated and he did suggest other funds in the City TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1975 Page 5 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Proposed substitute resolution Intent to purchase Independent Water Co. Cont. /3a which could loan money to the Water Fund to finance a purchase. The financial consultant did not feel the price was enough to justify a bond issue. Council- man Gardner added the value of the lines in the ground does relate to the service. The potential is there for new development and the value of what is in the ground exceeds $32,000. It is similar to the Golf Course; as a golf course, it is worth $800,000 but to purchase it, the cost is $2.3 million. Councilwoman Harris stated she did not recall the financial consul- tant stating the Independent Water Co. was only worth $20,000 or that it is what the City should pay for the Company. He did qualify that figure as represent- ing the system's current earning capacity. Councilman Traynor read a letter addressed to Steve Hall, Public Works Director, from Roland C. McLaughlin, Foster Marshall, dated August 13, 1975. The letter states in part: "l. The current consumption of IWC can be established at around 1,300,000 cubic feet (CF) annually rather than the amount shown in the 1974 report of 2,730,000 CF. 2. Based on actual 1974 consumption of 1,326,000 CF, customers of IWC would have generated gross annual revenues of $5,962 (note attached schedule). 3. Taking into consideration the cost of water to Tukwila, the Seattle meter charge, and other expenses (nominally estimated at $847), the net revenue avail- able for debt service would be approximately $2,380. 4. As per your comments, it will probably be necess- ary to replace all meters within the IWC system at a total cost of approximately $3,500 (23 customers at $150 each). Considering the above information, the City of Tukwila, based on the revenue generated, could reasonably pay $20,000 for the total assets of IWC." And further, "Please do keep in mind, Steve, that the above analysis is based exclusively upon the capability of the system to independently support a specified purchase price paid by the City. It does not take into consideration the value of the system based upon an appraisal of the physical assets, nor does it consider future customers that can connect to the existing distribution system at no cost to the City. Your update of the physical asset figures established a value of about $37,000, compared to the value based on current revenue of $20,000." Councilman Sterling stated staff should get current information to Mr. McLaughlin so that he can update his report. New customers have been added to the system since Riverview Farms cut back operations. Mayor Todd asked if the Public Works Committee consid- ered the fact that Miss Nelsen may need to sell the system more than the City needs to buy it, that part of the system is in Renton and that the fire hydrants need to be relocated. He was aware the Committee had considered the replacement of water meters. Councilmar Johanson stated Miss Nelsen disputes the fact that the water meters need to be replaced and that there are surplus meters to be installed. Mayor Todd stated, based upon Mr. McLaughlin's analysis, he could not see where the City of Tukwila can take surplus funds out of the Water Fund and profitably purchase a losing water system. This would mean penalizing everyone else who is a current water customer by raising his rates to pay for the deficit. Councilman Johanson stated the Independent Water Co. could have said the same thing when they supported the City of Tukwila some 20 years ago. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1975 Page 6 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Proposed substitute resolution Intent to purchase Independent Water Co. Cont. 13� c7L Mayor Todd stated another thing which concerned him was the fact that records of the City some years back indicate the Independent Water Co. had been acquired by the City there are vouchers on file in payment of part of it or all of it. What happened to that purchase? Councilwoman Davis asked why was not the Committee given these records before this. Mayor Todd stated he did not have the time to furnish all the committees with information. Councilwoman Davis stated she felt it was the responsibility of Adminis- tration to provide information to the Council Commit- tees in order for them to make intelligent decisions. Councilman Saul asked if the price had been negotiated by members of the staff. Mayor Todd replied staff had nothing to do with it. The price was negotiated by the three member Council Committee up to this point. Councilman Gardner stated there have been several negotiations over the years with the Independent Water Co. in several areas of the City. Mayor Todd stated the records do not indicate what part of the system the City actually purchased. He stated he would supply the Council with the records for study. MOTION TO ADOPT PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION FAILED, WITH ROLL CALL VOTE: 1 AYE HARRIS; 6 NOS GARDNER, STERLING, TRAYNOR, DAVIS, SAUL, JOHANSON. Councilwoman Harris stated the Public Works Committee had a letter from Fire Chief Hubert Crawley which included several items classified as deficiencies of the fire hydrants. The total was 12 hydrants and there are indeed only 6 hydrants in the entire system. We recognize that there are hydrants already in the City of Tukwila under a continuing maintenance program. At this present time, we are servicing the area with the City's Fire Department and we question the valid- ity of deficiencies of those hydrants. The letter did not include any accompanying information, such as costs. The Committee considered all the information and concluded the City does need the system and there will be future customers on it at some point in time. Councilman Saul stated he did not realize a three mem- ber committee could negotiate a contract for $32,000. He was opposed to that and stated before he could approve of the resolution, he would want to see a recommendation from the Public Works Director. He stated he did not feel all the necessary steps have been completed. Councilman Sterling asked the dates of the vouchers which purchased the Independent Water Co. Mayor Todd replied it was pre Southcenter time period. He stated he also wished the Committee to consider whether the system was on owned land or if the purchase included easements or rights -of -way. Also, what affect will this acquisition to the City's water system have on our recently reduced fire rating? Fire Chief Hubert Crawley stated there are currently 8 hydrants owned by the Independent Water Co. and they service an additional 3. He stated the point of the letter was that Miss Nelsen owns the water line ease- ments and the City will have to buy those easements in order to get to the hydrants and be able to move them and use them. We have been trying to get some of those hydrants moved since they were installed. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1975 Page 7 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Proposed substitute resolution Intent to purchase Independent Water Co. Cont. RECESS 8:42 P.M. 8:57 P.M. Resolution 493 Service area extension of Val Vue Sewer District Proposed resolution Authorizing Rainier Bank as fiscal agent for the City l 3a,5 Councilwoman Harris stated the Committee did discuss the City acquiring the easements and the timing of the legal paperwork including honoring any existing con- tracts between the City and the Independent Water Co. All of this information would be included in the final ordinance which will culminate this total agreement. This resolution of intent is not a final document. In regard to the 6 hydrants, that figure came from the physical inventory conducted by Philip Botch Associates. Chief Crawley stated it is his Department's business to know how many hydrants there are and where they are located. Councilwoman Harris stated this has been in Committee for several months and just at the last meeting we receive the information regarding the hy- drants. Chief Crawley continued stating the problem with the easements is that any additional easements outside the Water Company would have to be purchased in order to get the hydrants to the point where they would be usable. We have used these hydrants and they are in a commercial area. We have sent letters to Miss Nelsen about the deficiencies of the hydrants. There was a fire in that area and a house burned down, fortunately it belonged to Miss Nelsen so the City and TWC were not sued. There are liabilities to the City in this system. Councilman Johanson asked if IWC had been included in the investigation of the Washington Survey and Rating Bureau. Chief Crawley replied our City water system was investigated which would not necessarily include the Independent Water Company. He stated he agreed with Councilman Johanson that the City should own all systems within its limits. Chief Crawley stated he also believed that both the bad and good aspects should be brought out before the City is committed to this purchase. Councilman Johanson stated the Chief's letter made a lot of statements but there was no information for the Committee. Discussion continued. Councilman Johanson stated he believed any new development could install the lines to City standards and either retain them or deed them to the City. Steve Hall, Public Works Director, stated some meters owned by the Independent Water Co. are different they read in gallons per minute rather than in cubic feet. Those meters are old and as they get older, they get slower at a cost to the City. They will need replacing. MOVED BY JOHANSON. SECONDED BY SAUL. TO REFER PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION BACK TO THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMIT- TEE. CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY DAVIS, THAT THE MEETING RECESS FOR TEN MINUTES. CARRIED. Mayor Todd called the Council meeting back to order with all Council Members present as previously listed. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution authorizing the Chief Executive Officer to enter into an agreement with Val Vue Sewer District, by title only. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT RESOLUTION 493 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. CARRIED. Attorney Parker read proposed resolution authorizing the City Treasurer to utilize the services of Rainier National Bank, fiscal TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1975 Page 8 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Proposed resolution Fiscal agent Cont. MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Presentation of Data Inventory: Tukwila Planning Area 1975 Tukwila Park Council agenda material Independent Water Co. comments agent for the State of Washington, in accordance with R.C.W. 43.80. MOVED BY TRAYNOR. SECONDED BY SAUL. TO REFER PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO THE FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE.* Cris Crumbaugh, audience, stated the fiscal agent for the State of Washington is selected by bid every four years so that this resolution would need to be amended every four years to reflect the change. Perhaps the specific bank should not be named in the resolution. Councilman Traynor stated that was a good point for the Commit- tee to consider. *CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO INCLUDE A PRESENTATION BY THE PLANNING DIRECTOR. CARRIED. Kjell Stoknes, Planning Director, explained his staff's involvement in the process of updating the City's Comprehensive Plan. A graph was presented to the City Council illustrating the planning effort. He stated the staff is now at the point where the Plan is being developed from all current information that has been gathered. Also in progress is a citizens' group whose membership will be formulated some time in October or November when the preliminary plan is completed. Mayor Todd commended the efforts of staff in the tremendous work done on the Data Inven- tory. Councilwoman Harris stated the boundaries proposed in this are the boundaries of the planning area. The Council should make a direction known to the Planning Department as a policy statement regarding this planning area. She stated she would also like to see a plaque made commemorating the citizens for their participation in the comprehensive plan review. Councilman Saul stated he liked the idea of the planning area but he did not want to give the people in those areas the impression that the City wishes to encroach upon them. Mayor Todd stated many times governmental planning areas overlap each other in an effort to intertie development of different types. Councilwoman Harris stated the physical developments outside the City limits do have a direct affect upon the City of Tukwila regarding traffic, drainage, etc. Mrs. Phyllis Pesicka stated she has heard many comments regarding the beauty of our Park and she wished to express appreciation to Gene Elfstrom for his work in the Park, especially regarding the new fence. Mr. Frank Kreidler stated in the past he has accused the Council of acting in secrecy. He stated he would like the members of the audience to have copies of material submitted to the City Council during the meetings in order for them to comment. Councilman Johanson stated the information submitted by the Fire Chief was not very specific. He stated he would like the Council to consider his thoughts on the $500,000 spent on the Strander Blvd. Bridge, of which the City's share was about $135,000 in cash and $150,000 on loan. The purchase of the water sys- tem possibly can be renegotiated, but we are talking about peanuts compared to a bridge. If we do not consider this purchase, we would be totally ignoring TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 1975 Page 9 MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Cont. Independent Water the residents and businesses in that area. If Miss Co. comments Cont. Nelsen does not want to sell at $20,000, we can always say well, that's your baby. And if any problems come up in the future, we can always blame Helen Nelsen. He stated he did not feel this was the proper attitude to take. Again, we have done a lot of things for the community which involved a lot more money and we did not dicker about it one bit. Bicentennial trees Foster Golf Course East West Side Watershed Project Attest: 1 Councilman Saul stated his appreciation to the Planning Department for their assistance in preparing the application to the Secretary of State for the funds to purchase and plant trees at the site of the Bi- centennial log cabin. He also thanked Mr. Burton Lutes for obtaining fill dirt for the site. Mr. Lutes stated Mr. Segale had donated the fill. Councilman Saul stated he would like to solicit volunteers for raising the log cabin on September 13 and 14. Mrs. Anna Bernhard asked what the current status is regarding the acquisition of the Foster Golf Course. The Ad Hoc Committee has not been informed of any developments. Councilwoman Harris stated there have been no new developments for several weeks. The latest information is that the financial consultant, Mr. Ron McLaughlin, has been requested to obtain from the owners of the Golf Course certain financial data in order to determine a total figure for the revenue bonds. That figure then will be deducted from the price and the remainder will be the amount considered by the voters for general obligation bonds. We plan to have this proposal on the November ballot but we have received no recent word from Mr. McLaughlin. Hopefully, the Committee will have this information to present to the council at the next meeting due to the fact that the information must be presented in the proper form to the County Election Dept. no later than September 20. Councilman Gardner stated there will be a public hear- ing at Kent City Hall regarding the preliminary envir- onmental impact statement. The City Council has made recommendations as to the data included in the state- ment and he stated he would write a letter to present at the public hearing on behalf of the City Council. MOVED BY GARDNER, SECONDED BY STERLING, TO AUTHORIZE COUNCILMAN GARDNER TO WRITE A LETTER REGARDING THE WATERSHED PROJECT PRELIMINARY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT INCLUDING THE TWO PREVIOUS ITEMS DISCUSSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE LOWER GREEN RIVER. CARRIED. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY JOHANSON, SECONDED BY DAVIS, THAT THE 9:32 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURN. CARRIED. Frank Todd, Mayor 2 i Doris E. Phelps, Deputy City Clerk