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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-05-18 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting City Hall Council Chambers May 18, 2015 — 7:00 P.M. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL Mayor Haggerton called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:03 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Dennis Robertson, Kate Kruller, Allan Ekberg, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn. MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY QUINN TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER SEAL FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. CITY OFFICIALS Jim Haggerton, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, City Attorney; Mike Villa, Police Chief; Bruce Linton, Deputy Police Chief; Chris Flores, Interim Fire Chief; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director; Rick Still, Parks and Recreation Director; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Kimberly Walden, Municipal Court Judge; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Brandon Miles, Economic Development Liaison; Evelyn Boykan, Human Services Manager; Rachel Bianchi, Government Relations and Communications Manager; Mary Miotke, IT Director; Joyce Trantina, Project Manager; Cheryl Thompson, Executive Assistant; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS a. Mayor's State of the City Address. Jim Haggerton, Mayor. Mayor Haggerton came forward to give his last State of the City address, with his term ending on December 31, 2015. In attendance in the audience were former City Councilmembers, City Administrators, and Board Members and Commissioners, as well as current Board Members and Commissioners, volunteers and citizens. His presentation included summary information regarding the activities, accomplishments, projects, and major developments over the past 8 years during his tenure as Mayor. An excerpt from his presentation is as follows: After nearly eight years as Mayor, 13 years on the City Council and — before that — 9 years on the Planning Commission, I am proud to say that the state of our city is good. There are many people here this evening who have played important roles in our successes in the City of Tukwila, and I look forward to highlighting some of these individuals. First, I'd like to recognize everyone who has served on the City Council over the past eight years, including Council President Kate Kruller and current Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Dennis Robertson, Allan Ekberg, Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, and De'Sean Quinn, along with previous Councilmembers Joan Hernandez and Pamela Linder. In addition, I want to recognize the previous administration, former Mayor Steve Mullet and former City Administrator John McFarland. I'd also like to identify the others who have served as City Administrator: Rhonda Berry, Steve Lancaster, and David Cline. It truly is the partnership between the Administration, the Council, residents, businesses, and the hard work on a daily basis of every city employee that makes our city a great place to live, work and play. I am leading tonight's State of the City with our financial strength, because ensuring a strong fiscal foundation for the City of Tukwila has always been one of my most important goals. I want to take a Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 2 of 12 moment here and recognize Councilmember Robertson's equal commitment to ensuring our City's fiscal health. It appears that Councilmember Robertson has taken ownership of our Attachment A in each budget. Today, after reviewing our fiscal history, Standard & Poors has given us an AA stable rating. This high - quality rating allows us to take advantage of lower interest rates and makes Tukwila enticing to investors. Just a few weeks ago we held our first -ever competitive bond sale to finance the Interurban Avenue and Boeing Access Road bridge projects. Because of our high bond rating, we were able to secure a very competitive interest rate that will save the City significant money over the life of the bonds. We ended 2014 in better shape than we began, with sales tax revenues increasing by 3 %. In 2014 we experienced very little sales tax from new construction. I am pleased to report that 2015 is showing a very positive trend of a 19% increase in sales tax in January and February over the same period last year. More importantly, this increase does not yet include some significant one -time construction sales tax revenue that we expect to come online later this year which will be a big benefit to the City. I want to thank the Finance Department for their hard work every day that directly impacts our positive financial health. But the fiscal health of our City has not been our only focus. When I came into office one of my priorities was to get stalled projects moving and completed. I am proud of the work we did on the Klickitat interchange. Because of the partnership we forged with the business community to create the Local Improvement District that helped pay for the project, we were able to make great changes in the CBD (Central Business District). Becky Smith, general manager of Westfield Southcenter who has been a great partner with the City, will tell you how much easier it is for her visitors — particularly during the peak holiday season — to get off and on the freeways. And it isn't just visitors who benefit. Longtime McMicken residents can also testify to the benefits of that project, and how the removal of that famous stop sign on 515' made all the difference to improve the traffic flow in the neighborhood. Another example of a project we were able to push over the finish line was the Tukwila South project, the largest tract of developable land in King County's urban growth boundary. Did you know that there is more land in Tukwila South than in downtown Bellevue? This project could not have been completed without the excellent work of our former City Attorney, Shelley Kerslake. Her counsel, tact, wit and downright determination to get the project done was invaluable and, of course, she is greatly missed. While I dearly wish that she was here tonight, I am proud to recognize her family, Dennis and Ian Ball. On behalf of the entire City, we want to thank you for sharing her with us. More recently, we have been able to bring other great projects online, such as the new transit center on Andover Park West and the Thomclyke and Cascade View Safe Routes to School projects. In the works are some game changing projects, such as the pedestrian /bicycle bridge across the Green River that will better connect the urban center with the Commuter Rail /Amtrak Station and the 19 -story Washington Place Hotel /Apartments on the old Circuit City site — the site is currently being cleared for this new hotel. Sidewalk and roadway improvements to 42nd will go out to bid later this year, and similar enhancements to 53rd will break ground next year. A lot of our success with projects can be credited to our ability to be creative, our focus on partnerships and our reputation in the region as a city that gets things done. Tukwila's Public Works Department deserves recognition for planning and implementing public projects that greatly enhance our community. From the employees in our shops to the engineers and the project managers, these are the great folks who provide the upkeep and expansion of our infrastructure. The new transit center is a great example of this, where we leveraged state, federal and even private dollars from Westfield Southcenter and Acme Bowl, to build the project. All in all, the City funded less than 2% of that 7.5 million dollar transit center. Now, I know when I mentioned "game changing" a few minutes ago the pedestrian bridge was not the potential project that popped into your head. A multipurpose arena would have a significant — Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 3 of 12 and I believe positive — effect on Tukwila, catalyzing the development the Council envisioned when you approved the Southcenter plan last year, providing significant tax revenue to the City and enhancing our role as a major entertainment destination. This potential project is in its infancy stage, and while I am personally excited about the opportunity, I know well that there are a variety of steps ahead before it becomes a reality in our great city. I also know that our Department of Community Development and Economic Development Division will approach this effort with the professionalism, get -it -done attitude and timeliness that both have demonstrated over the years. Throughout the last eight years, and even more so recently, we have worked to improve the quality of our residential neighborhoods. One of the ways we do this is with the update of the Comprehensive Plan. Currently, we are updating the Housing and Neighborhoods elements, which will be presented to the Council later this year. A key partnership in this effort is the Planning Commission, and I would like to recognize its members here tonight: Louise Strander, who serves as Chair, Mikel Hansen, Vice Chair, and Brooke Alford, Thomas McLeod, Sharon Mann, Miguel Maestas and Nhan Nguyen. As a former member of the City's Planning Commission, I'd also like to take this opportunity to identify former members of the commission who I had the opportunity to serve with years ago. Folks like Jack Flesher, Jerry Knudson, Grant Neiss, George Malina, Henry Marvin, Vern Meryhew, and Kathy Stetson have played very important roles in the city, giving their time, energy and expertise to improving our community. A special acknowledgement of Bill Arthur's many years of service on the Planning Commission. Other initiatives we have undertaken recently to improve residential neighborhoods include increased police patrols, particularly on bicycle and on foot, neighborhood canvasses, such as the one done in Allentown and kicking off this week in McMicken. Our Code Enforcement staff recently completed a Lean process and continues to identify areas for improvement to close cases faster and provide additional assistance to our neighborhoods. We are initiating the Parks Watch program, and we continue our efforts to provide needed street, sidewalk and storm drain repair to Tukwila's neighborhoods. I have to mention the positive role that Tukwila's Parks and Recreation Department plays enhancing our residential neighborhoods — and our overall quality of life — by maintaining and programming activities to ensure that our City parks belong to all of us, and meet the diverse interests and needs of our community. The other Comprehensive Plan element that is being updated this year is Tukwila International Boulevard. What a change we have seen there over the past few years! I want to thank the folks from TIBAC, particularly Mike West, Sharon Mann and Pam Carter who are passionate and excellent advocates for their neighborhood. Because of the great work of the Tukwila Police Department, and many partner law enforcement agencies, the motels that were such a problem for so long are no more. Later this year they will be torn down, providing an opportunity for new development on nearly that entire block. The Tukwila Village project is coming along. Just recently the library developers began clearing and grading the property in order to start construction. I sure hope I'll be invited to the ribbon cutting. This project has taken a long time and has required a lot of patience, and most people know patience is not my strong point. I'd be remiss, of course, if I didn't talk about what we have done internally to improve the delivery of City services, as well as continuing to develop and enhance an inclusive organization. Tukwila's Human Resources Department has been critical in this effort. This is the part where, if possible, I'd have all 332 City employees stand to be recognized. I think you'd agree we have a tremendous team here in Tukwila who truly exemplify the values they defined for our City: Caring, Professional and Responsive. We continue to strive to make the City of Tukwila a High Performing Organization and are using the Lean method to identify process improvements in various areas. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 4 of 12 I am proud of how we have worked to modernize City government over the past few years, including enhancing computer use and providing email access to every single City employee. Our IT Department has been a great partner in this effort. We've automated some functions, and brought in online services to enhance employee recruitment, permitting and payroll. Tukwila Municipal Court, which is a recognized leader in Washington State for a variety of court- related issues, no longer has to print its entire docket, but now makes it available electronically for use by the prosecutor and attorneys. Our transition from purchase orders to a P -Card (our credit card system) has reduced paperwork and staff time in the City's Finance Department, and has generated revenue for the City through a rebate program. In 2014, the City earned nearly $70,000 through P -Card rebates. I am very proud of the important work currently underway that has the potential to fundamentally change our City. The work of the current Regional Fire Authority Annexation Steering Committee will determine how to ensure the long -term provision of fire and emergency services here in the City of Tukwila. I want to thank Jessica Jerwa, Roxanne Knowle, Becky Smith, Jerry Thornton and Kathleen Wilson, all of whom serve as the resident and business representatives on that committee. I also want to recognize the great work of the Tukwila Fire Department and the men and women who provide critical emergency and fire prevention services in our community every day, including the critical Emergency Management functions. Similarly, the work we are doing around long -term planning for our municipal facilities will have a direct influence on Tukwila's future. Ensuring that we can seamlessly deliver key city services, such as public safety and public works, is paramount. Existing city facilities that are in danger of failing in an earthquake or flood have the potential to impede first responders from effectively addressing the needs of our community. I want to thank Joan Hernandez, Jerry Thornton, Mikel Hansen and Katrina Dohn for the significant time investment they have made in this effort to ensure we are thoughtful and thorough in this planning process. All of these initiatives, programs and accomplishments I've mentioned here tonight are directly aligned with Tukwila's Strategic Plan adopted in 2012. This was a major project, and Joyce Trantina went above and beyond to bring this home for the entire City. I am particularly gratified with the effort which brought together individuals from across Tukwila — and indeed it looked like from across the globe — to chart a shared course for our great city. Many positive things have come out of that effort, including our award - winning Community Connectors program. Recognized as a creative way to ensure civic participation throughout all of Tukwila's communities, this program would not have been possible without the great partnership we have with Global2Local and Forterra. An additional critical partnership we have enhanced over the years includes the Tukwila School District. Two fine examples of this partnership include the work we do with the District on Career Day and through the DARE program. I want to personally thank Dr. Nancy Coogan for her work on behalf of not only Tukwila's students, but their families. I am so proud of the work the faculty and staff perform every day in all of our Tukwila schools. And lastly, I'd like to recognize the Mayor's Office. Its divisions run the gamut from the provision of critical Human Services through two very caring and dedicated staff, to the City Clerk's Office that does an excellent job filling a critical role in the day -to -day administration of City services. Other divisions include our wonderful City Attorney, Economic Development, the exciting and regional work of our Tourism Office, and our new Communications Division, which has made a big impact on our city in a short amount of time. There's a lot of greatness ahead for Tukwila, as well as many issues on the horizon we will need to address. - How do we continue to expand our support for residential neighborhoods and catalyze all residents to take a greater stake in our community? - Where is that sweet spot of balance between enforcement and regulation that can help improve the look of some of our neighborhoods? - With state and federal resources for infrastructure and other needed projects continuing to decrease, how do we continue to make necessary investments in Tukwila? Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 5 of 12 - How do we continue to address poverty, housing needs, rising rents, health issues and food security? - Where do we find additional resources to better assist the most vulnerable in Tukwila? I will continue to work on these issues during my remaining time in office. Those of you who know me well enough understand I'll probably still think about these issues after my tenure as Mayor is over. I brought them up today because it is not only the Mayor who is responsible for answering these questions. Indeed, it is only that partnership referenced earlier that will allow us to creatively find solutions to these big issues ahead. It will take committed residents and businesses, City employees, the Council and Administration working together toward our shared goal of continuing to improve the City of Tukwila. Speaking of partnerships, before I close I must acknowledge the most important one in my life. My wife, Carol, has been my most steadfast supporter. She was by my side for my nine years on the Planning Commission, 13 years on the Council, and these seven and a half as Mayor. Along with the rest of my family, I truly could not have served as Tukwila's Mayor for these last two terms without Carol's support and understanding. Nearly eight years ago I took the oath of office which reads, in part, "I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of this office as prescribed by law and to the best of my ability." The word "faithfully" means something profound, and endows upon the office taker a significant responsibility. I know each of you on the Council take that oath as seriously as I do. I have a lot of faith in the future of Tukwila. We have many, many great things going on here, and I truly believe we will see more positive changes that stem from the work we have done over the past seven and a half years. We have laid a positive foundation; the next few years will prove that. I have faith in the people who live, work and play here that they will be a part of bettering this community, taking ownership in our shared future and investing in our young people. I have faith that collectively we can tackle some of the great challenges we face, and faith that we will continue to be bold and creative in our work at the City. I have great faith and trust in our City employees, and in the elected officials of whom I have been proud to serve with all these years. Most of all, I have faith in Tukwila. And that we can continue to work in partnership to make it the city of opportunity and community of choice. Mayor Haggerton was given a standing ovation for his State of the City address. 7:29 p.m. Mayor Haggerton declared a 10 minute recess. 7:44 p.m. Mayor Haggerton reconvened the Regular Meeting. b. Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) update. Linda Stewart, Director, Aviation Community Partnerships, Port of Seattle; and Elizabeth Leavitt, Director, Aviation Planning and Environmental Services, Port of Seattle. Linda Stewart and Elizabeth Leavitt from the Port of Seattle utilized a Powerpoint presentation to provide an update on the Sustainable Airport Master Plan. Overview: • Rapid growth and a constrained operational footprint requires strategic land use planning and future Commission policy decisions to provide needed capacity • Gaining clarity regarding implications of projected growth in passengers and operations — and the necessary facility changes • Developing and evaluating options to meet facility requirements Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 6 of 12 • Will need to utilize Port -owned properties beyond those now a part of the airfield and terminal complex. • The optimal airport layout — maintaining airfield capacity and adding terminal capacity — will require relocation of existing facilities • Understanding these tradeoffs and the repercussions of balancing needs will be a next step Airport Economic Engine: • Sea -Tac serves as critical regional and national asset -More than 170,000 jobs attributable to airport activity -$6.1 billion in total personal income $16.3 billion in business revenue • Growth in air service supports regional economic activity -Each new international flight generates an estimated $75 million annually in direct and indirect economic impact to the region - Keeping freight moving supports local and regional businesses • Connects region to the global economy • Creates new jobs in local communities - Aeronautical jobs — airlines, airline contractors, flight kitchens, aircraft maintenance - Airport and visitor jobs — dining /retail, hotels, parking - Construction jobs Sustainability: • Draft Strategy for a Sustainable Sea -Tac (S3) - Builds on our Environmental Strategy Plan 2009 — 2014 - Includes sustainability objectives, social responsibility and economic sustainability • S3 integration into SAMP -S3 objectives and initiatives evaluated throughout the SAMP process to ensure that capital development is planned in the most sustainable manner possible • Environmental sustainability objectives used as part of screening criteria in evaluating concepts • Environmental sustainability objectives will be evaluated extensively in proposed new buildings and renovations of existing buildings • Final, long -term plan will include management initiatives (in addition to capital improvements) to ensure airport meets its sustainability goals and objectives in future years Activity Forecast: • Rapid growth in recent years - Passengers: up 4.7% in 2013 & 7.5% in 2014 - Aircraft operations: up 2.5% in 2013 & 6.9% in 2014 -13th largest airport in U.S. for passenger traffic in 2014 • Even higher increases projected for 2015 (based on year -to -date volumes) - Passengers: 10% over 2014 - Aircraft operations: 11 % over 2014 • Region's economy will drive an increase of 28.5 million annual passengers (MAP) and 190,000 aircraft operations in next 20 years -66 million annual passengers (up from 37.5 million in 2014) - 540,000 annual operations (up from 350,000 in 2014) • SAMP will assess if, and plan for how, Sea -Tac can meet this demand Forecast Implications: • Airfield -36% more aircraft on the airfield during peak hours - Impact: Efficiency exponentially decreases as the airfield reaches and exceeds capacity • Terminal -58% more departing and 70% more arriving passengers in the terminal during peak hours - Impact: Severe congestion and a low level of customer service at check -in, security screening and baggage claim Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 7 of 12 • Landside -42% more vehicles on Upper Drive during morning peak and 61 % more vehicles on Lower Drive during evening peak - Impact: Passenger safety and access to the terminal will be severely compromised in 2034 without improvements Development Constraints: • Western operational boundary of airfield is 16R -34L (no 4th runway) • Three runways are needed in 2034 (cannot push terminal edge west) • No terminal facilities west of 16R/34L (topography, wetlands) • Limited footprint requires prioritization of land uses and complex phasing plan Challenges: • Airfield - Accommodate 120 peak hour operations with no airfield expansion - Increase airfield efficiency to make full use of three runway system • Terminal - Provide 35 additional aircraft gates with direct terminal access - Expand terminal in manner that will be operationally efficient and can be phased with least disruption to existing facilities - Single, expanded terminal or second terminal? • Landside -Upper and Lower Drives expansion difficult and expensive -All traffic accessing the airport funnels through a bottleneck on the North Airport Expressway Planning Schedule: • Activity forecast (completed Q3 2014 — in FAA review) • Alternatives analysis & plan development (Q4 2014 — Q3 2015) - Iterative process, finalizing facility requirements and developing preferred development alternative - Commission engagement at key decision points - Constructability assessment - Phased implementation plan - Planning level cost estimates • Program plan of finance (Q4 2015 — Q1 2016) • Environmental review (Q3 2015 — Q4 2016) Public Outreach: • Open houses designed to engage a regional audience -1st Series of public meetings (Spring 2015): SAMP process, goals, forecast, and development concepts -March 4, Mount Rainier High School , 5 — 7 p.m. (65 attendees) -March 19, Seattle Central Library , 5 — 7 p.m. (27 attendees) -April 2, Bellevue Public Library, 5 - 7 p.m. (33 attendees) • 2nd Series of public meetings (Summer 2015): Preliminary alternatives • 3rd Series of public meetings (Fall 2015): Preferred development alternative Additional Public Outreach: • Additional public outreach -City Council presentations -SWKC Chamber business roundtables - Highline Forum briefings - Regional, community and business organization presentations • Transportation Review Committee - Engage local & regional planners on transportation challenges identified in SAMP - Engage local & regional planners on improvements to ease congestion -1 st meeting planned for June 3 Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 8 of 12 • Summary of What was Heard at 1 st Round of Open Houses -Open house and display boards were effective at engaging public - Curiosity about what's driving Sea -Tac's growth - Awareness about growing congestion on airport drives - Interest in easier circulation between gates, check -in areas and light rail - General concerns about aircraft noise - General concerns about aircraft emissions - General concerns about traffic impacts More information is available at the Port's SAMP webpage at http: / /bit.ly /airport- master -plan The Councilmembers and Mayor asked clarifying questions regarding the presentation and expressed the importance of the Port of Seattle being mindful regarding the need for mitigation regarding Port employees parking at the Light Rail Station in Tukwila; noise and air pollution; traffic issues; water runoff into Gilliam Creek; and the need for a 2nd airport in the region. The Councilmembers thanked Ms. Stewart and Ms. Leavitt for the informative presentation. APPOINTMENTS /PROCLAMATIONS a. Confirm the appointment of Bruce Paquette to Position #1 on the Civil Service Commission, with a term expiring 12/31/2015. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF BRUCE PAQUETTE TO POSITION #1 ON THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, WITH A TERM EXPIRING 12/31/2015.* Councilmember Duffie conveyed that while working at Tukwila Elementary School, he had very positive interactions with Mr. Paquette and thanked him for volunteering. Mr. Paquette said he is happy to help however he can. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. b. A proclamation declaring May 17 -23, 2015 as "National Public Works Week." Mayor Haggerton read a proclamation declaring May 17 -23, 2015 as National Public Works Week, with this year's theme "Public Works: Community Begins Here." Bob Giberson, Public Works Director, accepted the proclamation from Mayor Haggerton. c. A proclamation declaring May 17 -23, 2015 as "Emergency Medical Services Week." Mayor Haggerton read a proclamation declaring May 17 -23, 2015 as Emergency Medical Services Week, encouraging all citizens to recognize the value and accomplishments of emergency medical services providers. Chris Flores, Interim Fire Chief, accepted the proclamation from Mayor Haggerton. CITIZEN COMMENTS Pam Carter, 4115 South 139th Street, said she is speaking regarding the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with Valley View Sewer District on the agenda this evening. She is in full support of the ILA, and she clarified that the ILA will not change the boundaries of the district, and will allow service to "the loop." Sewer extensions are funded in a variety of ways to include payment by the owners, the developer, the district, and through the use of grant and loan funding. When sewers are installed in a street, there is no requirement to connect. There may be a requirement in the future to connect if a septic system fails or if the house is sold or remodeled. There are often multiple types of payment plans. She commended the Tukwila Public Works Department for their collaborative work with the sewer district. She extended an Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 9 of 12 invitation to a joint Open House with Water District 125 on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, from noon to 6:00 p.m. Charles Tyson, 5617 South 149th Street, commented regarding the airport presentation, relaying that in his viewpoint, an airport in Lewis County would be beneficial and would provide the catalyst for a true rapid ride between Seattle and Portland. His primary basis for speaking this evening is regarding the loss to the citizens of the park and ride lot at Interurban and 52nd Avenue South, referenced in the City Administrator Report in the packet. He said the owners are willing to open the lot, however, King County is unwilling to pay any more to lease the property than they did 20 years ago. From his standpoint, it is unreasonable for the County to expect the lease fee to remain the same when property values have increased substantially in 20 years. Mayor Haggerton relayed that this matter is between a private property owner and King County. David Cline, City Administrator, emphasized this is an ongoing issue and has been discussed through the Council Committee process. The City has continued to engage the property owner and the County to seek solutions. Mr. Tyson suggested the City make an offer on the property, with the intent for use by Tukwila residents. Mayor Haggerton conveyed this is not something that could be decided on at this time and would be a topic for the Council to consider through the Committee process. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 5/4/15 (Regular Mtg.) b. Approval of Vouchers #369186- 369308; #150501- 150502 in the amount of $2,651,536.81 c. Authorize the Mayor to sign Supplement No. 3 to contract #12 -010 with CH2M Hill for design services for the combined 42nd Avenue South and Gilliam Creek Culvert Projects in the amount of $437,583.57. (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation Committee on 514115.) d. Authorize the Mayor to sign Supplement No. 12 to contract #07 -123 with KPFF Consulting Engineers for engineering design and right -of -way acquisition services for the Tukwila Urban Center Pedestrian /Bicycle Bridge Project in the amount of $164,371.10. (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation Committee on 514115.) e. Authorize the Mayor to sign an application for Community Development Block Grant funds for the 2016 Minor Home Repair Program to serve the cities of Tukwila, SeaTac, Des Moines and Covington in the amount of $135,000.00. (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Affairs & Parks Committee on 5111115.) f. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement with Valley View Sewer District for sanitary sewer services for the Loop Area of the City. (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Committee of the Whole on 5111115.) g. Authorize the Mayor to sign Change Order No. 3 to contract #14 -159 with R. L. Alia Company for the CBD (Central Business District) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project/Andover Park West to Andover Park East in the amount of $91,152.15. (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 5112115.) h. Accept as complete the CBD (Central Business District) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (contract #14 -154) with Michels Corporation; authorize release of retainage, subject to the standard claim and lien release procedures (final cost of project, including retainage: $171,530.07). (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 5112115.) i. Authorize the acceptance of Grant Amendment No. 1 to agreement #14 -102 with the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) to be used for the Duwamish Gardens Project in the amount of $250,000.00. (The City match of $80,000 to be provided from previously awarded non -RCO grant funds.) (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Affairs & Parks Committee on 5111115 and the Utilities Committee on 5112115.) MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Page 10 of 12 A resolution relating to combating commercial sexual exploitation through comprehensive demand enforcement, deterrence and prevention. MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO COMBATING COMMERCIAL SEXUAL EXPLOITATION THROUGH COMPREHENSIVE DEMAND ENFORCEMENT, DETERRENCE AND PREVENTION. MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Robert Bieser, Executive Director for Seattle Against Slavery, PO Box 95662, Seattle, thanked the Council for passing this resolution. He recognizes Tukwila as a leader in creative solutions. For many years, the response to this issue was to arrest those who were the most visible — which in this matter — involves women and girls. This approach has been used for 30 -50 years, and there has been no decrease in prostitution. The responsible parties for creating the demand — the buyers, the men — have rarely been held to account. Passage of this resolution will hold the buyers accountable. The women and girls who are sold deserve services, and for law enforcement to keep them safe and connect them to essential services. Council President Kruller emphasized this is a major step in eradicating this issue and commended the work of Val Richey from the King County Prosecutor's Office for championing this important cause. The Councilmembers thanked Mr. Bieser for his comments regarding this issue. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1859. NEW BUSINESS Award a bid to McCann Construction Enterprises, Inc., for the construction of the Duwamish Gardens Project in the amount of $2,447,346.95 and authorize the Mayor to sign the contract. This item was discussed at the May 11, 2015 Community Affairs and Parks Committee meeting and the May 12, 2015 Utilities Committee meeting. The committee members from both committees were unanimous in recommending approval. The Duwamish Gardens Project was advertised on March 17 and 24, 2015 and 8 bids were opened on April 15, 2015, with the low bid of $2,447,346.95 from McCann Construction. This project will involve the installation of a salmon estuary and a passive park on the Duwamish River at East Marginal Way South. Additional funding will come from the 412 Surface Water Fund. Council is being asked to award the bid to McCann Construction in the amount of $2,447,346.95 and authorize the Mayor to sign the contract. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY QUINN TO AWARD A BID TO MCCANN CONSTRUCTION ENTERPRISES, INC., FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE DUWAMISH GARDENS PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,447,346.95 AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE CONTRACT. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. REPORTS a. Mayor On May 13, 2015, Mayor Haggerton attended the King County Flood Control Advisory Board Meeting, and on May 14, he participated in the AWC Board Meeting, where 3 candidates were interviewed for the Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 Page 11 of 12 position of CEO. On May 15, as part of the business outreach program, the Mayor visited Continental Mills. They have 3 locations in Tukwila, with 130 employees and 800 employees nationwide. b. City Council Councilmember Duffie reported that he participated in the Fire Ops 101 event on May 14 -15, 2015. This involves a 150 -foot ladder climb to simulate what firefighters experience in their line of work. Mr. Duffie relayed that it was both frightening and challenging, and he offered the highest commendations to firefighters for what they do for their communities. Councilmember Robertson attended the WRIA9 (Water Resource Inventory Area 9) meeting, where there was agreement on a new Interlocal Agreement (ILA) for all 17 jurisdictions. This will be forthcoming to the Utilities Committee for Council review. Council President Kruller commended Councilmember Duffie for his involvement in the Fire Ops 101 event, as it is an extreme experience for those participating. On May 12, 2015 she attended the Joint Council / Executive Team Workshop. On May 14, she attended a Tukwila Pool Metropolitan Park District meeting regarding future planning. They are working with members of the community and talking about governance as it relates to the pool. On May 16, she attended 3 events: the Tukwila recycling event, the pirate - themed pool event, and the Tukwila Emergency Communications (TEC) Team, where the focus was on the high frequency transmitter at the top of Fire Station 51. She reported that planning is underway for the June 4 community meeting and gathering information about what citizens want to discuss as it relates to neighborhoods. Councilmember Ekberg attended the Joint Council / Executive Team Workshop, as well as the Pirates Plunge at the Tukwila Pool. Councilmember Hougardy attended the Soundside Meeting on May 13, 2015, where there was a focus on EB5 Centers. (An EB -5 Regional Center is an organization designated by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that sponsors capital investment projects for investment by EB -5 investors. The major advantage for regional center designation is that the regional center can take advantage of indirect job creation). Soundside is emphasizing the need to market the area as the 3rd economic engine of the County, with Seattle and Bellevue being #1 and #2 and Soundside being #3. She reported that Cynthia Chesak will be directing her last play prior to retirement at Foster High School on May 20 -21, at 7:00 p.m. Councilmember Quinn attended the Joint Council / Executive Team Workshop and felt it generated good ideas and collaboration and was time well- spent. c. Staff David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator (CA) Report and offered to answer any questions. He also reiterated that the staff looks forward to working with the Council in the joint workshops. d. City Attorney There was no report. e. Intergovernmental There was no report. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2015 ADJOURNMENT Page 12 of 12 9:16 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. Jim H g rton, May 4 Christy O'Flahe , City Clerk APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 6/1/15 AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 6/2/15