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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-08-03 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting City Hall Council Chambers August 3, 2015 — 7:00 P.M. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDERIPLEDGE 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, Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn. CITY OFFICIALS Jim Haggerton, Mayor; Mike Villa, Police Chief (sitting in for City Administrator); David Linehan, Assistant City Attorney; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Jack Pace, Community Development Director; Chris Partman, Community Policing Coordinator; Rick Mitchell, Police Commander; Wendy Butterworth, Police Records Specialist; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS a. National Night Out Against Crime: (1) Overview of National Night Out Against Crime program and Tukwila events. Chris Partman, Community Policing Coordinator. Chris Partman, Community Policing Coordinator, utilized a Powerpoint presentation to provide an overview of the National Night Out Against Crime (NNO) program. National Night Out this year is August 4, 2015. • National Night Out Against Crime was started in 1984 by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW). • It was a call for neighbors to turn on porch lights and get together to tell criminals in the community that the good folks would not be held hostage in their own houses. • Now NNO is celebrated in all 50 states, U.S. Territories, Canadian cities and military bases worldwide. • This annual event, held on the first Tuesday in August, promotes police- community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. • In Tukwila, National Night Out is celebrated in over 20 neighborhoods spread throughout the City. • Mayor Haggerton has issued a proclamation declaring August 4, 2015 as National Night Out Against Crime in the City of Tukwila. • While the purpose of this event is to promote police and community partnerships, the Tukwila Police Department invites staff from all City of Tukwila departments and elected officials to join Police staff in visiting all the neighborhood events in the City. • Most of the Tukwila Night Out Against Crime events are in private homes, so the Tukwila Police Department does not publish a list of all NNO events. • This year some of the events which have been advertised publicly are: • The Church By the Side of the Road (South 148th Street and Tukwila International Boulevard) • America's Best Value Inn (14800 Interurban Avenue South) • Tukwila Parks and Recreation event at Crestview Park (16200 42nd Avenue South) The Councilmembers commented on the positive aspects of the National Night Out program and events and thanked Ms. Partman for the presentation. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2015 Page 2 of 9 (2) Recognition of National Night Out Against Crime poster winners. Wendy Butterworth, Police Records Specialist. Wendy Butterworth, Police Records Specialist, represents the Police Department's Community Relations Committee. This committee was formed 4 years ago to promote positive police related interactions with the community. This year the theme for the National Night Out Against Crime poster contest was "No Excuse for Drug Use," and students from the City's 5th grade classes were invited to participate. There were 33 entries this year. Ms. Butterworth announced the award winners and introduced those in attendance as follows. Grand Prize Winner: Celso Martinez from Cascade View Elementary (in attendance). His prizes include an $80 gift card to Target, $50 gift card to Family Fun Center with a large bucket full of toys and candy, and $25 Westfield Southcenter Mall gift card donated by the Tukwila Police Guild. He also won a pizza party for his class. Other Winners: Manvir Singh from Thorndyke Elementary (not in attendance) Catherine Hopp from Tukwila Elementary (in attendance) Kristian Swedlund from Cascade View Elementary (in attendance) Their prizes include a $40 gift card to Target, $25 gift card to Family Fun Center with a bucket full of toys and candy, and $25 gift card to Westfield Southcenter Mall donated by the Tukwila Police Guild. The winning posters were displayed to the City Council and Mayor and the audience members. The Councilmembers expressed appreciation to the poster participants for their great work. b. Introduction and swearing in of Lateral Police Officers Victor Masters and Henry Linehan. Rick Mitchell, Patrol Commander, introduced Victor Masters to the City Council. Officer Masters began his law enforcement career as a U.S. border patrol agent in California. He also did work in the public information office and as an intelligence agent in human trafficking and narcotics. Mayor Haggerton administered the Oath of Office to Officer Masters, and his wife pinned on his badge ( #222). Commander Mitchell introduced Henry Linehan to the City Council. Officer Linehan has lived and worked in China, in addition to working for the New Orleans Police Department for 5 years, serving in the patrol division and on various task forces. Mayor Haggerton administered the Oath of Office to Officer Linehan, and his wife pinned on his badge ( #223). The Councilmembers congratulated the officers and welcomed them to Tukwila. APPOINTMENTS Equity and Diversity Commission: a. Confirm the reappointment of Kathy Hougardy to Position #1 on the Equity and Diversity Commission, with a term expiring July 31, 2017. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY SEAL TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF KATHY HOUGARDY TO POSITION #1 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A TERM EXPIRING JULY 31, 2017. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2015 Page 3 of 9 b. Confirm the reappointment of Joan Hernandez to Position #3 on the Equity and Diversity Commission, with a term expiring July 31, 2017. MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY QUINN TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOAN HERNANDEZ TO POSITION #3 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A TERM EXPIRING JULY 31, 2017. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Ms. Hernandez expressed that she has been involved with equity and diversity for almost 20 years. She referenced the early mentors that got the program on its feet, to include Dr. Michael Silver, School District Superintendent, and former Police Chief Keith Haines. She also expressed appreciation for the staff assistance provided by Joyce Trantina from the Mayor's Office. Her support to the Commission is invaluable. The Mayor and Councilmembers conveyed the highest regard for Ms. Hernandez and her accomplishments, both as a former Councilmember, and for her continual volunteerism on behalf of the Tukwila community. c. Confirm the reappointment of Nate Robinson to Position #7 on the Equity and Diversity Commission, with a term expiring July 31, 2017. MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF NATE ROBINSON TO POSITION #7 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A TERM EXPIRING JULY 31, 2017.* The Mayor and Councilmembers were gratified that Mr. Robinson, Tukwila's Teen Program Specialist, is being reappointed to this commission, as he does everything in a first -class manner. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. d. Confirm the reappointment of Aaron Dragonov to Position #8 on the Equity and Diversity Commission, with a term expiring July 31, 2017. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY QUINN TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF AARON DRAGONOV TO POSITION #8 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A TERM EXPIRING JULY 31, 2017.* Councilmember Seal said that Mr. Dragonov is a former Tukwila Elementary School student who is now a teacher in the Tukwila School District. He has come full circle and is giving back to the community he was raised in. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. CITIZEN COMMENTS Robert Neuffer, 13813 371h Avenue South, said he has seen information on a blog that the City paid $175,000 for abuses by Mr. Hogan (former police officer). From his perspective, black African Americans are more targeted and have less education. He has asked about body cameras and was told it was too expensive, but putting people in jail is also expensive. Police officers have a tough job, and there cannot be a culture that allows a police officer to shoot someone and get away with it. He wonders why Mr. Hogan is not in jail and why he is working for another City. There has to be a way to stop targeting people, and he would like to see a task force in place to create a master plan that involves body cameras to protect officers and citizens. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2015 Page 4 of 9 CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Minutes: 7/20/15 (Regular Mtg.) Approval of Vouchers #369766- 369911; #150600, 150704 - 150707 in the amount of $1,946,938.22 Accept as complete the Cascade View Safe Routes to School Project (contract #14 -129) with R.L. Alia Company; authorize release of retainage, subject to the standard claim and lien release procedures (final cost of project: $303,069.94). [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation Committee on 7120115.] Authorize the Mayor to enter into a 5 -year lease agreement with IIT Andover DC, LLC, for the Police vehicle evidence storage facility, with a base rent not to exceed $5,332.00 per month, plus operating costs and deposits as outlined in the lease. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Finance and Safety Committee on 7121115.] MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Approval of proposed 2016 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) sheet for the Strander Boulevard Extension Phase III project. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY SEAL TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED 2016 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT (CIP) SHEET FOR THE STRANDER BOULEVARD EXTENSION PHASE III PROJECT.* Councilmember Robertson said that while he is not bothered by the action, he is concerned with the process on this item. This request represents $2.9 million in unplanned expenditures in this 6 -year CIP period. Of that, $2 million will come from savings in the Arterial Street Fund in the next 3 years. The funds are not identified quantitatively in the documentation. The $900,000 remaining is coming from anticipated General Fund growth over the next 3 years. He has questions about the $2 million coming from the Arterial Street Fund. If money is there and we knew about it, he asked why it was not brought forward to be considered prior to this for other projects. He inquired what other unfunded projects might be good candidates for this money. Since there has been no discussion on all the potential projects that could be a fit for $2.9 million, he is bothered by the lack of process to make that determination. He is also concerned about potentially skipping the overlay and repair project to attain part of the funding for this proposed project. Additionally, what if the projected $300,000 per year in savings to the General Fund does not occur, and what if another important project comes along. There are many "what ifs" that have not been fully vetted. As an example, a project is pending for sidewalks on 531d Avenue South that will require grant funding. If the grant funding does not come through, the sidewalk project could be at risk; yet there is a request for $2.9 for the Strander project without considering the impacts to other important projects. He will probably vote "no" on this motion because he has no way of knowing the best course of action without a broader policy discussion on the use of $2.9 million. Council President Kruller said this is about pursuing a $20 million TIGER grant that was the basis for Tukwila sending a delegation to Washington D.C. The delegation went to the Department of Transportation and learned that the City should re- submit the grant application because we were "razor close" the last time we applied. To be a contender for the $20 million grant, it is necessary to have matching funds available, which accounts for the $2.9 million being discussed this evening. Too many cities have had no resources to complete grant- funded projects, and the requirements have become more stringent. While Tukwila will be lucky to get the grant, the delegation did learn in Washington D.C. that Tukwila is a solid contender. For $2.9 million, the City could receive $20 million for essential transportation projects for our growing urban center and City -wide transit enhancements. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2015 Page 5 of 9 Councilmember Hougardy posed the following questions to staff: 1. Does the $2 million exist right now? 2. What other unfunded programs could we have spent the $2.9 million on? 3. Do we have a fully- funded sidewalk program at this time? Will use of the $2.9 million jeopardize the sidewalk program? Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director, responded to the question, "Does the $2 million exist right now ?" She explained there is $500,000 available, due to a higher than estimated beginning fund balance. The 2015 overlay contract came in $250,000 under budget as well. Additionally, CIP projects are budgeted with a 15% contingency, which often is not used and represents a built -in savings due to our conservative budgeting. There are also savings from the recent arterial bond issue that amounts to $60,000 per year. With regard to savings in the General Fund, the trend is expected to continue to realize sales tax revenues over and above our budget for the next few years. The City realized $700,000 over budget through May, 2015, however, some of that was used as part of the recent budget amendment. Ms. McCarthy explained the budget has been fine -tuned to assist in pursuing the TIGER grant. Councilmember Robertson said that $760,000 of the $2 million was accounted for in the above information; the rest was not. Our average CIP budget is a little over $3 million a year, and we are deciding to spend one whole year's money on this. He is not debating the worthiness of the project, but the way we are getting to the decision. Councilmember Seal explained that when the Tukwila delegation went to Washington D.C., it was clear this project was very real to the Secretary of Transportation. Our federal lobbyists had never seen so much detail given to a City to encourage us to proceed. Tukwila needs this transportation corridor. TIGER grants are very difficult to secure, and a commitment of $2.9 million to gain $20 million toward transportation programs for our City is invaluable. Councilmember Hougardy expressed appreciation for Councilmember Robertson's due diligence in asking critical questions. She emphasized this is not something we will be doing on a regular basis, and it is only because this is such an important issue that will leverage our investment into even more funding. She asked the Finance Director if this would jeopardize our sidewalk project or other residential programs. Ms. McCarthy responded that the residential programs are in a different fund and will not be jeopardized by this initiative. Councilmember Quinn acknowledged that policy and process are also going to be discussed tonight as part of Item 6e, Financial Reserve Policy. Councilmember Duffie requested an overview of the TIGER grant. Bob Giberson, Public Works Director, explained this is a Federal Highways grant program that involves national competition. Typically, there are 2 large projects per state that receive funding. For the City of Tukwila to get encouragement to apply is extremely notable. We are in a strong position due to the project being at 30% design with full NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) approval. With or without the arena, because of the Southcenter Plan, Washington Place, Holiday Inn Express, and Transit Oriented Development, this represents a strong project for the TIGER grant and also for TIB (Transportation Improvement Board) grants as well. Councilmember Ekberg said the Finance Director answered his questions regarding the financing. We now have the opportunity to seek this grant, with the hope that the Strander extension gets built, resulting in continuation of the economic support driving the engine of our City and tax base. The 53rd Avenue project remains a priority, and the Strander project should not deter that from getting designed and completed. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2015 Page 6 of 9 Mayor Haggerton said he met with Representative Adam Smith today, who asked for updates regarding the Strander Boulevard extension, the arena project, and the Boeing Access Road Light Rail Station. If we are lucky enough to get the TIGER grant, we need to be design - complete and construction ready or we could lose the opportunity all together. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -1, WITH ROBERTSON VOTING NO. b. An ordinance authorizing and providing for the acquisition of interests in land for the purpose of completing the Tukwila Urban Center Pedestrian - Bicycle Bridge Project, providing for condemnation, appropriation, taking of land and property rights necessary therefore; providing for payment thereof and directing the initiation of appropriate proceedings in the manner provided by law and for said condemnation. MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF INTERESTS IN LAND FOR THE PURPOSE OF COMPLETING THE TUKWILA URBAN CENTER PEDESTRIAN- BICYCLE BRIDGE PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR CONDEMNATION, APPROPRIATION, TAKING OF LAND AND PROPERTY RIGHTS NECESSARY THEREFORE; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT THEREOF AND DIRECTING THE INITIATION OF APPROPRIATE PROCEEDINGS IN THE MANNER PROVIDED BY LAW AND FOR SAID CONDEMNATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2477. c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with Forterra for the development of the Green Tukwila Partnership 20 -year plan in the amount of $100,000, with a City contribution of $40,000. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH FORTERRA FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE GREEN TUKWILA PARTNERSHIP 20 -YEAR PLAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000, WITH A CITY CONTRIBUTION OF $40,000.* Councilmember Quinn relayed that he is a Board Member for Forterra and wanted to disclose this information, pursuant to Tukwila Municipal Code 2.97.030. The Mayor asked if anyone had a desire to request that Councilmember Quinn excuse himself from voting on this issue. There were no objections to Councilmember Quinn voting on the agreement. Based on a request from Councilmember Duffie, Councilmember Quinn explained that Forterra is an environmental organization that works toward partnerships and stewardship. It was formerly known as the Cascade Land Conservancy. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2015 Page 7 of 9 d. An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2458, which adopted the City of Tukwila's Biennial Budget for the 2015 -2016 biennium, to adopt an amended Biennial Budget. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2458, WHICH ADOPTED THE CITY OF TUKWILA'S BIENNIAL BUDGET FOR THE 2015 -2016 BIENNIUM, TO ADOPT AN AMENDED BIENNIAL BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2478. e. A resolution revising the previously- adopted Financial Reserve Policy to increase the General Fund reserve level, add a one -time revenue reserve, and conform the Health Care Fund Reserve Policy to current practices, and repeal Resolution No. 1774. MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -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, REVISING THE PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED FINANCIAL RESERVE POLICY TO INCREASE THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE LEVEL, ADD A ONE -TIME REVENUE RESERVE, AND CONFORM THE HEALTH CARE FUND RESERVE POLICY TO CURRENT PRACTICES; AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 1774. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY SEAL THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1861. REPORTS a. Mayor The Mayor had no report. b. City Council Councilmember Robertson said that last week he took his grandchildren to the summer camp at the Museum of Flight (MOF). They are involved with the Science, Technology and Engineering program. His 9 -year old granddaughter is taking beginning robotics, and his 7 -year old grandson is taking beginning engineering. For the MOF to help children get interested in these subjects at this age is extremely praiseworthy. The cultural diversity and enthusiasm of all of the kids was amazing. Council President Kruller attended the Regional Law, Safety, and Justice Commission meeting. The new Seattle Police Chief was in attendance and discussion occurred regarding body cameras. She acknowledged the citizen comment this evening and would like to hear from the Tukwila Police Chief at some point regarding the use of body cameras. The Seattle Police Chief was very complimentary of the Tukwila Police Department. There was also discussion regarding the problems associated with those who are arrested with mental health issues and the best course of action. This past weekend she was in the Central District where a parade with Seattle Police Officers took place with the intent of building relationships with the community. She would like to see Tukwila consider bringing a parade back to the City. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2015 Page 8 of 9 Councilmember Ekberg attended the Comprehensive Plan Work Session on July 28, 2015 and the See you in the Park event on July 29, 2015. Councilmember Seal attended the National League of Cities Youth, Education and Families meeting in Pittsburgh. They spent 2 days out in the community, touring the City and looking at how Pittsburgh partners with their schools. There are many innovative and unique ideas out there that she will be bringing forward. Councilmember Hougardy referenced the portion of the CA (City Administrator Report) as it relates to the King County Metro Long Range Plan Technical Advisory Committee. She thanked Jaimie Reavis, Senior Planner, and Brandon Miles, Economic Development Liaison, for their good work in assuring that Tukwila is well represented on this committee. She also attended the See you in the Park event on July 29, 2015. Councilmember Quinn also attended the See you in the Park event. He had the privilege of attending an event at the King County Wastewater Treatment Office where there were kids from all over the region. The speaker who brought tears to the eyes of King County staff was a youngster named RJ, who was from Tukwila. He talked about his experience moving around and landing in Tukwila and living under the poverty line even though his parents were scholars. The impact of his presentation resonated with the adults in the room as well as the other students. Additionally, Councilmember Quinn will be hosting the Council Coffee Chat on Saturday, August 8, at the Foster Library in Meeting Room #1 from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Mayor Haggerton thanked Police Chief Mike Villa for sitting in for the City Administrator. c. Staff Chief Villa referenced the City Administrator (CA) Report and offered to answer any questions. Additionally, Chief Villa referenced the earlier comments regarding body cameras (cams) for Police Officers. He said Police staff investigated the use of the cams, however, Washington State public disclosure laws create a problem regarding the protection of citizen rights. Until the State legislature corrects some of the issues associated with privacy, it is difficult to move forward. Tukwila has had in -car cameras for many years, which have been very beneficial. d. City Attorney David Linehan from the City Attorney's Office introduced himself to the Mayor and City Council e. Intergovernmental There was no report MISCELLANEOUS Council President Kruller said the McMicken Heights canvassing results are in and she looks forward to the community meeting to go over the results. Additionally, the City Councilmembers are also Tukwila Pool Metropolitan Park District (MPD) Commissioners. The issue of governance will be on the November ballot to determine if there should be an elected Board of Commissioners. Should citizens vote yes on this issue, people will be able to file for candidacy, which is open August 5, 6, and 7 only. Filing cannot be done online, and interested parties should call King County Elections for more information. A Fact Sheet is available on the pool website. (http: / /www.tukwilapool.org) Mayor Haggerton encouraged everyone to participate in tomorrow's National Night Out events Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 3, 2015 ADJOURNMENT Page 9 of 9 9:00 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. JinyHo(ggerton, Ma Christy O'Flaherty, ity Clerk APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 8/17/15 AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 8/18115