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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-02-12 Committee of the Whole MinutesFebruary 12, 1990 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL 7:00 P.M. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OFFICIALS CITIZEN'S COMMENTS Duwamish Park Baseball Games Sensitive Area Mailing Southgate Park Area Above ground Tanks SPECIAL ISSUES Consideration of Brigadoon Ridge Subdivision Review of 1990 CIP Work Plan MINUTES 3 3 Council Chambers City Hall Council President Hernandez called the Committee of the Whole Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. JOE H. DUFFIE, DENNIS ROBERTSON, JOAN HERNANDEZ (COUNCIL PRESIDENT), CLARENCE MORIWAKI, ALLAN EKBERG, STEVE LAWRENCE, JOHN RANTS. Mayor Gary L. Van Dusen, Maxine Anderson (City Clerk), Rick Beeler (Director of Community Development), Ron Cameron (City Engineer), Alan Doerschel (Finance Director), Ross Earnst (Public Works Director), John McFarland (City Administrator), Nick Olivas (Assistant Fire Chief), Viki Witschger (Personnel Officer). Roger Baker, 11624 62nd Avenue South, spoke against the use of Duwamish Park as a baseball play field by adults. Adults climb the fences to retrieve balls and there is not adequate parking for the numerous cars. He recommended the park be used for family games. Councilmember Moriwaki reported this matter was discussed in the Community Affairs and Parks Committee. The City has not been aware of the problem. It has been suggested that these groups use the Foster Park for adult baseball games. The concern will be discussed with Don Williams, Director of Parks and Recreation. Pam Carter, 4115 South 139th, spoke about the recent mailing that has been critical of the sensitive area ordinance. She does not know who initiated the mailing, but she wanted the Councilmembers to know that many citizens support the sensitive area ordinance. Pam Carter, 4115 S. 139th, spoke of recent police activity that has taken place in the wooded area contiguous to Southgate Park. She suggested the area be considered for development into a wooded park with paths. The area has long been used by transients and has been a problem for years. Councilmember Moriwaki reported this matter was discussed in the Community Affairs and Parks Committee. Information will be relayed to the public. Public input as to use of the area is requested. Eric Halvorsen, representing Union Distributing Company, spoke in favor of above ground tanks, Class 3 and 4, with a restriction on size (2500 gallon maximum), double wall tanks painted a pleasing color or surrounded by privacy fences. He stated insurance is not available on underground storage tanks. He requested the City Council develop an ordinance permitting above ground tanks. Councilmember Ekberg replied that this matter was discussed in the Safety Committee. The fire chief has been requested to furnish input. Other cities' ordinances will be considered. A report will be made. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY RANTS, THAT A PUBLIC HEARING FOR CONSIDERATION OF BRIGADOON RIDGE SUBDIVISION BE HELD AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. MOTION CARRIED. John McFarland, City Administrator, presented the format of the 1990 CIP work plan which describes the actual work elements for the programmed and budgeted CIP project activity. The value of the work plan will enable Councilmembers to have a more precise understanding of what CIP projects will be initiated during the year and to what degree they will be completed. This will permit a more effective and accountable management of resources throughout the CIP process. Councilmember Robertson stated he liked the File being shown and requested a column be added next to budgeted amount to show the amount of money that has been spent. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MINUTES February 12, 1990 Page 2 SPECIAL ISSUES CONTD. Review of 1990 CIP Work Plan contd. Prop. Ord. relating to transfers within annual budget, providing for author- ity to contract or purchase goods services relating to purch. of unbud- geted fixed asset items, amending Ord. #1319,Sec.4. Discussion on Council Agenda Information Request for limited site access from 57th S. for the No. Hill Reservoir Pump Station Proj. REPORTS Mr. McFarland requested the City Council give direction as to the prioritization so future work plans can be prioritized. Alan Doerschel, Finance Director, explained the proposed ordinance deletes the portion of Ord. #1319, Section 4, which required three Council Committee members to approve purchase of items costing between $100 -$500 (previously considered capital) which were not specifically budgeted. Because of internal departmental, finance, administrative, and existing Council controls, this is an unnecessary requirement. As long as these supply items can be absorbed within each department budget no further approval should be necessary. He explained the present system ties up his department and causes unnecessary work. The purchases could have the initials of himself or John McFarland. Councilmembers Duffie and Moriwaki both stated they thought present controls were good. Councilmember Ekberg stated the Council can repeal the proposed ordinance if it does not accomplish the purpose. Councilmember Robertson agreed the Council could review the procedure for one year to see how it works. Alan Doerschel, Finance Director, explained stricter restrictions could be imposed if the Council wishes it. MOVED BY RANTS, SECONDED BY EKBERG, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ON THE AGENDA OF THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL. MOTION CARRIED. Council President Hernandez reported that the Council agreed at the January retreat to include on the reverse side of the Council agenda information about public comments that are made at Council meetings and in public hearings, information that should be supplied and time restrictions. Mayor Van Dusen suggested a brochure could be printed containing the instructions and it could be picked up at the entrance to Council Chambers. Council President Hernandez stated the matter will be referred to committee and further report will be made to the Council. Ross Earnst, Public Works Director, explained the contractor for North Hill REservoir and Pump Station Project has requested the use of 57th Avenue South and future parking area to complete the mechanical room portion of the pump station. Access to the upper level of the pump station is very difficult until the reservoir can be backfilled in late April or early May. Refusal to grant the access will prolong completion time. Granting the access will save the City about $30,000. The contractor will save some in overhead and will have to keep the roads clear and maintain them. There will be approximately 5 trucks per hour using the road on Monday through Friday. The City can control the time the roads will be used. Councilmembers discussed the effect the increased truck traffic would cause at a time when children are walking to and from school, the fact that the street is narrow and neighbors may complain. Mayor Van Dusen suggested the matter be reconsidered and more information will be brought to the next meeting. Council President Hernandez reported that she, Councilmember Rants, and Legislative Coordinator Lucy Lauterbach attended the AWC Conference in Olympia. Council President Hernandez reported Councilmember Duffie will be the NLC representative to attend a conference in Washington, D.C. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MINUTES February 12, 1990 Page 3 REPORTS CONTD. EXECUTIVE SESSION 9:45 10:15 P.M. ADJOURNMENT 10:16 P.M. O 3s Council President Hernandez informed the Council that the joint meeting with the South Central School Board has been suggested to be held on March 14 at 7 p.m. in the School Board Room. Discussed will be the Human Services Study, Drug Program and Recycling. Councilmember Moriwaki reported the Scout Pack is in need of a sponsor. He suggested the City of Tukwila act as sponsor. Councilmember Moriwaki reported consideration is being given to adjustment to the greens fee when players can play only four or five holes due to lack of daylight. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY MORIWAKI, THAT COUNCIL GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS LABOR NEGOTIATIONS AND A PERSONNEL MATTER. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY RANTS, THAT COUNCIL ADJOURN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY MORIWAKI, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON, THAT THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ADJOURN. MOTION CARRIED. Joan Hernandez, Council President Norma ooher, Recording Secretary