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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-05-16 Regular MinutesMay 16, 1977 7:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS APPOINTMENTS Board of Adjustment, J. R. Johanson PUBLIC HEARINGS Petition for Annexation by Elmire Ramon Bradley TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING /83 Tukwila City Hall M I N U T E S Council Chambers Mayor Bauch, presiding, led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order. LIONEL C. BOHRER, DWIGHT R. GARDNER, GEORGE D. HILL, DWAYNE D. TRAYNOR, GARY L. VAN DUSEN. Councilman Hill noted, for the record, that Councilman Pesicka and Councilman Saul had notified him that they will be late. OFFICIALS IN EDGAR D. BAUCH, Mayor; JOHN MCFARLAND, Administrative Assistant; ATTENDANCE KJELL STOKNES, OCD Director; LAWRENCE E. HARD, Deputy City Attorney; MAXINE ANDERSON, City Clerk. MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 2, 1977 BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF APRIL 21, CONTINUED TO THE 25th, CONTINUED TO THE 27th, 1977 BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. MOTION CARRIED. VOUCHER APPROVAL MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE VOUCHERS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRANTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS. MOTION CARRIED. Vouchers No. 2506 2616 Current Fund 2506 2573 $25,002.72 Street Fund 2574 2589 1,790.48 Title II Rev. 2590 95.00 Fed. Shared Rev. 2591 2605 8,663.72 Water Fund 2606 2615 900.61 Sewer Fund 2616 2626 9,733.28 $46,185.81 Letter from Mayor Bauch to the City Council was read. Mayor Bauch is appointing Mr. Reid Johanson, 6425 South 153rd, Tukwila, to fill the vacancy on the Board of Adjustment. This is Position No. 1 and expires December 31, 1979. He urged the Council to give this matter their prompt attention. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY GARDNER, THAT COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF REID JOHANSON TO THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT. MOTION CARRIED. This being the date set and proper notice having been published, Mayor Bauch declared the public hearing open. Kjell Stoknes, OCD Director, explained that the Petition for Annexation submitted be Elmire and Ramon Bradley covers property located at 4621 South 134th Street and is approximately z acre. Property is adjacent to a portion of M -1 zoned land. The public hearing is being held to comply with the verbatum requirements of the state law. Mr. Stoknes stated that the applicant has indicated he would like the Council to include in their motion to ask the Boundary Review Board to waive the public hearing. Mayor Bauch called for comments from the audience. There being no comments for or against the Petition for Annexation, Mayor Bauch declared the public hearing closed. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. Councilman Hill noted that Section 3 of the Council Motion states that the Boundary Review Board is requested to waive their hearing requirements on this proposed annexation. MOTION CARRIED TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 16, 1977 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARING, CONTINUED Petition for Annexation by Elmire Ramon Bradley, Continued CITIZEN'S COMMENTS Undergrounding Program Certificate of Appreciation Summons No. 827795, Frank Todd vs Edgar D. Bauch Letter concern- ing Ord. #1015, Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages Bradley Annexation /837 Deputy City Attorney Hard read a motion of the Tukwila City Council accepting a petition for annexation by Elmire and Ramon Bradley for certain property in the vicinity of So. 134th Street and 48th Avenue South. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT COUNCIL MOTION NO. 77 -05 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. Mrs. Joanne Davis, 5906 South 144th, expressed concern that consideration is not being given to trees in the Undergrounding Program. They seem to have a knack for placing light standards so trees have to be cut down. Councilman Hill agreed and sighted an example he had seen. Mayor Bauch presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Ronald F. Mettler for his service to the City in being a member of the Planning Commission for 12 years. PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS AND SIMILAR MATTERS Mayor Bauch recognized, for the record, the receipt of Summons No. 827795, Frank Todd vs Edgar D. Bauch. Letter, dated May 12, 1977, from Mayor Bauch to the City Council was read. Mayor Bauch states that he has allowed Ordinance No. 1015, which concerns the drinking of alcoholic beverages in public places, to be- come law without his approval. The Ordinance was intended to cope with anticipated problems at the Fort Dent Athletic Facility. In his opinion, the solution, which bands alcoholic consumption at Tukwila City Parks was an overkill and disservice to the residents who use the parks for picnics and family outings. He further stated that staff has contacted the managers of Fort Dent and have scheduled meetings to explore all facets of the operation. He urged Council to reconsider its actions on this Ordinance and stated that a recommendation would come back to Council from the meeting with the Fort Dent Managers. Councilman Van Dusen suggested that this item go back to the Public Safety Committee and they will hold a public hearing on it. This way there would still be time to get a staff recommendation. He further stated that he does not completely agree with the Mayor's letter and reminded Council that any law passed has an enforcement problem. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL RECONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 1015. Mayor Bauch recommended that, within the present TMC, Fort Dent be specifically added as a public place if that is the intent. MOTION CARRIED WITH TRAYNOR VOTING NO. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THIS ITEM BE PLACED IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF MAY 23, 1977. MOTION CARRIED. At this point, Councilman Traynor was excused from the meeting. Mr. Elrey Simon, 4625 South 134th Place stated that he arrived at the meeting after the Public Hearing on the Bradley annexation and wanted to express his objection. He had heard the property was to be sold and used as a car impound area. He stated that there is already one in his area and he objects to having one on the property adjacent to his. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 16, 1977 Page 3 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS AND SIMILAR MATTERS Cont. Bradley Mayor Bauch explained that there is no rezone connected with this annexa- Annexation Cont. tion. Any rezone must be done by public hearing and ordinance and it will have to comply with the Comprehensive Plan. Also, the annexation will come back to the Council again for adoption as an ordinance so, people still have the chance to voice their objections. OLD BUSINESS Professional Advisory Services for acquisition of Foster Golf Links, Inc. Council Motion No. 77 -06, Senior Citizen Ad Hoc Committee FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES Ordinance #1016 Adopting the Uniform Fire Code, 1976 Edition Ordinance #1017 Establishing the Civic Arts Commission /8 38 MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY BOHRER, THAT THE COVER LETTER FROM FOSTER MARSHALL, INC., BE READ. MOTION CARRIED. City Clerk read the letter dated April 29, 1977, from Craig McMicken, Foster Marshall, Inc., to Councilman Dan Saul, Chairman of the Finance Committee. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT THIS ITEM BE PLACED IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF MAY 23, 1977. Councilman Van Dusen called attention to the fact that this item has already been sent to the Committee of the Whole. *MOTION FAILED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY BOHRER, THAT COUNCIL ACCEPT PHASE I OF THE PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FROM FOSTER MARSHALL, INC. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT THE PROPOSED COUNCIL MOTION BE READ. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read a motion of the Tukwila City Council approving the formation of a Senior Citizen Ad Hoc Committee. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT COUNCIL MOTION NO. 77 -06 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY BOHRER, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney read an ordinance adopting by reference, the Uniform Fire Code, 1976 Edition, together with subsequent additions, revisions and amendments and appendices A, B, C, D, E, F, G, with exceptions stated herein, as a part of the Fire Prevention Code of the City of Tukwila (Chapter 16.16 of the Tukwila Municipal Code), and repealing Ordinance #816. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1016 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. At this point, Councilman Saul arrived at the meeting. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY BOHRER, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read an ordinance creating a new chapter, 2.30, to the Tukwila Municipal Code to establish the Civic Arts Commission; to establish membership of said cotrndssion and the terms of office and setting forth the functions of said commission and creating a special fund, the Municipal Arts Fund. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1017 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 16, 1977 Page 4 FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES Ordinance #1018 Reestablishing the Tukwila Park Commission Ordinance #1019 Salary and Wage Plan !Further Discussion on Page 5) RESOLUTIONS Resolution #585 Authorizing the Mayor to negotiate a lease agreement with South Central School District (Thorndyke Community Club Site) /839 MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read an ordinance reestablishing the Tukwila Park Commission and redefining the duties and amending Chapter 2.32 of the Tukwila Municipal Code. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1018 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read an ordinance adopting a salary and wage plan for the employees of the City of Tukwila. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1019 BE ADOPTED AS READ. Councilman Bohrer asked what the meaning of the steps are as listed in the salary grade schedule. Mayor Bauch explained that they are a vehicle for progression when the mechanics of the merit plan are established. Councilman Hill stated that Council has to set the policy of how the employees will move and this has not been done yet. Councilman Van Dusen stated that he feels that the ordinance is incomplete; there are questions that have not been answered. His understanding, when the original ordinance was vetoed, that they would be back with a complete plan. Mayor Bauch explained that just getting the frame work established for a salary plan is a great step. Councilmen Bohrer questioned if some employees would still be getting a 20 percent to 30 percent raise. Mayor Bauch agreed it was true. Mayor Bauch called attention to Section 2 which states that the all raises exceeding ten percent will be granted in two stages. Councilman Saul stated that everyone wants to see action taken. The plan can always be revised. MOTION FAILED WITH BOHRER AND GARDNER VOTING NO. John McFarland pointed out to the Council that the development of a merit plan is a very complicated procedure. It takes a lot of coordination and testing. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read a resolution authorizing the Mayor to negotiate a lease agreement with South Central School District for certain property to be used for community recreation and social purposes only. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY BOHRER, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 585 BE ADOPTED AS READ. Councilman Bohrer asked about the outstanding sewer assessment against the property. Mayor Bauch explained that, under the agreement, the City will be responsible for the annual assessment of approximately $800. MOTION CARRIED WITH GARDNER VOTING NO. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE AGENDA BE AMENDED TO INCLUDE ITEM 11 -B. MOTION CARRIED. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 16, 1977 Page 5 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Resolution #586 Honoring the memory of Rudolf W. Regel DEPARTMENT REPORTS MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read a resolution honoring the memory of Rudolf W. Regel, outstanding citizen, former City Councilman. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 586 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor's Report Mayor Bauch reported on the following items: Treasurer's Report 1 gyo The Fisheries Department has agreed to stock Tukwila Pond with 10,000 to 20,000 fingerling trout. The pond is located east of the Maintenance Shop. The Resolution concerning cable television systems operating in this area has been withdrawn from the agenda so that it can be revised. The appointments to the Ad Hoc Committee to study Fire Zones are: Al Pieper, Chairman Jim Hoel Dick Kirsop George Hull Lowell Gordon Norman Seetholf The Call for Bids on City Hall should be ready to go about the second week of June. September 3 has been set as the date to lay the corner stone. President Carter signed the extension of the Public Works Aid Bill. Is is believed now that only those grants previously submitted will be considered. They hope to announce the grants by the 15th of June. The Maintenance Shop has again won the American Public Works Association "Award of Honor" for 1976. They also receive this award in 1973 and 1974. The award represents the demonstration of high safety standards and is a tribute the efforts of all the Public Works Department employees. Councilman Saul reported that the City Treasurer's April Investment Register totaled $2,644,610.00. Salary and Wage MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT ITEM 10 -D BE RECONSIDERED. Plan Councilman Bohrer stated that he is concerned with the process of establishing grade and putting everyone in Step 1. Certain of the employees will be granted raises exceeding 20 To adopt the plan as is currently laid out could prejudice the Council's future action on the plan, the plan as it is laid out has some inequities and does place some restrictions on the Council that are not desirable. We should grant the employees their raises but limit them to 10% for 1977. Once things are established they are more difficult to change. Councilman Hill stated that Council is trying to put everyone in the place where they belong. Some of the people may not be where they should be but there are a lot of factors to consider in placing people. MOTION CARRIED WITH BOHRER AND GARDNER VOTING NO. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1019 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED WITH BOHRER AND GARDNER VOTING NO. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 16, 1977 Page 6 MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Christensen Rd. Project Cleanup Week Water Pressure ADJOURNMENT 18'/I Councilman Traynor asked about the progress of the Christensen Road Project. Kjell Stoknes stated that today is the deadline for receiving bids. They will be compiled then a recommendation will be made to the Mayor. Councilman Saul commented on the successful Cleanup Week. Councilman Hill suggested that the City have the dumpsters twice a year instead of just once. Lookout Park Kjell Stoknes reported on the Lookout Park Project. Letter from owner Project of the property was not received by the City in time to process a grant application. Councilman Gardner reported that his neighbors are complaining about the high water pressure in their homes. Joanne Davis stated that she has just the opposite at her house. Mayor Bauch offered that he would look into this situation. 8:25 P.M. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor City'Clerk