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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-09-21 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council City Hall Council Chambers MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL Regular Meeting September 21, 2015 — 7:00 P.M. Mayor Haggerton called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:01 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; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, City Attorney; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Nora Gierloff, Deputy Community Development Director; Laura Benjamin, Assistant Planner; Mike Villa, Police Chief; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS a. Swearing in of Police Sergeant Zack Anderson. Mike Villa, Police Chief. Mike Villa, Police Chief, introduced Sergeant Zack Anderson to the City Council. Chief Villa provided an overview of the various layers of the hiring process, which include modeling the City's core values of Leadership, Excellence, Accountability, and Dedication. Sergeant Anderson rose to the top as someone who has been performing as a leader since he was hired by the City in 2005. Additionally, Sergeant Anderson graduated from Gonzaga University, majoring in Criminal Justice and Sociology. In the Tukwila Police Department his work has included Field Training Officer, Acting Supervisor, SWAT team member, Community Relations Committee member and Crime Prevention Officer. He also received a Meritorious Service Award in 2012 for entering smoke - filled apartments to evacuate residents. Mayor Haggerton administered the Oath of Office to Sergeant Zack Anderson, and his wife pinned on his badge. Sergeant Anderson expressed appreciation for this opportunity and conveyed his commitment to the community. The Councilmembers congratulated Sergeant Anderson on his promotion. b. Introduction of new Police employees. Leon Richardson, Records Manager and Christina Dunn, Records Specialist. Mike Villa, Police Chief Chief Villa introduced Leon Richardson, Police Records Manager, to the City Council. Mr. Richardson was born and raised in Washington State and is a Captain in the Army Reserves. He was also a records custodian, with oversight of sensitive documents. Mr. Richardson was deployed to Africa for a humanitarian aid mission and received a Meritorious Service Medal for his work. Mr. Richardson took a cut in pay from a private business to come to Tukwila and return to the public service work he prefers. Mr. Richardson expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work for Tukwila. Mr. Richardson introduced Christina Dunn, Police Records Specialist, to the City Council. Ms. Dunn grew up in Hawaii and has traveled extensively. She attended the University of Alaska and earned a Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 21, 2015 Page 2 of 10 Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice. Her work history includes an embalming apprenticeship, a position within the University of Alaska Police Department, working with children in a behavioral health institution, and Correctional Officer with the Fairbanks Correctional Center. Ms. Dunn looks forward to the challenges associated with her position as a Records Specialist. The Councilmembers welcomed Mr. Richardson and Ms. Dunn to the City of Tukwila. CITIZEN COMMENTS Joe Duffie, 5332 South 140th, has been a resident for 45 years. He thanked the Councilmembers and citizens for participating in the recent candidate debate (conducted at Tukwila Elementary School). He expressed appreciation to Jonathan Joseph, former Tukwila Elementary student, for moderating the debate. Dave Larson, 5630 South 147th Street, said he is a Tukwila School Board member. He referenced comments from recent Council meetings that indicated the School District is at a breaking point. He shared facts regarding the School District. In 2015, 196 students graduated from Foster High School, which is the highest it has ever been. The 4 -year graduation rate went up by 14 %. Additionally 50% of the graduating class earned Washington State college -bound scholarships. There were also four Act 6 scholars, which involves a full ride for 4 years to various private schools in the state. The graduating class earned $3 million in scholarships this year, up from $2 million last year. Also, of notable significance is that 25% of the graduating class earned the Seal of Biliteracy. This endorsement appears on the graduation certificate and verifies that the graduate is bilingual and biliterate in both English and another world language. There were also 2 awards from the state for math instruction that went to Foster High School and Tukwila Elementary. Results from the parent survey showed an 80 -90% satisfaction rating. While other districts are going on strike, the Tukwila School District secured a 4 -year contract for their staff, which is very uncommon. The School District is solid and continuously improving. The Mayor thanked Mr. Larson for providing this information. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 9/8/15 (Regular Mtg.) b. Approval of Vouchers #370297 - 370404 and #150901 - 150903 in the amount of $2,193,792.00 c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with CodeSmart, Inc., for the ()Court system for the Tukwila Municipal Court in the amount of $50,000.00. (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Finance and Safety Committee on 9/9/15.) d. A resolution declaring an emergency in response to damages to public property due to a collapsed sanitary sewer. RESOLUTION NUMBER 1863 (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 9/15/15.) e. A resolution waiving the bidding requirements and authorizing sole source purchase of the Rugid pump control panels and Sensus water meters with automatic meter reading. RESOLUTION NUMBER 1864 (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 9/15/15.) MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Discussion of SCA (Sound Cities Association) PIC (Public Issues Committee) items. Council President Kruller provided an overview of the items discussed at the September 9, 2015 SCA PIC meeting. These items included the King County Bridges and Roads Task Force, King County Enhanced 911 (E911) oversight, and a September 23, 2015 Transit Oriented Development Workshop. Ms. Kruller explained that King County maintains approximately 1,500 miles of roads and over 180 bridges in rural or unincorporated areas. There is a $260 million shortfall for maintaining the bridges. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 21, 2015 Page 3 of 10 The PIC meeting is asking jurisdictions to gather data as it relates to what efforts are being made by cities. Additionally, as it relates to E911, the system consists of the King County Enhanced 911 Program and 12 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs). For several years the region has been exploring ways to enhance the E911 system. There are concerns regarding the impacts of possible changes and the potential loss of jurisdictional authority. Councilmember Quinn suggested the City work with Valley Com and the Police Chief in reviewing the possible implications for Tukwila. These items will be discussed in greater detail at the next Committee of the Whole meeting on September 28, 2015. b. Continued discussion regarding an update of three Elements of the City's Comprehensive Plan: Tukwila International Boulevard District, Housing, and Residential Neighborhoods; and the Introduction, Vision, Glossary, and Land Use Map Legend of the Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan). Mayor Haggerton explained that while the original target date for the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan was September 21, 2015, there is not a rush as the City has until the end of 2015 to provide the amendment. Additional public comments will be accepted and the Council will also deliberate this evening. It is conceivable that by the end of November, resolution to the outstanding issues will be accomplished and the City can move forward. Nora Gierloff, Deputy Community Development Director, said discussion is continuing regarding the policies and implementation strategies relating to single family neighborhoods. These are the last stages of the periodic update of the Comprehensive Plan as required by the State through the Growth Management Act (GMA). Tukwila is in a grace period after the original deadline passed, and updates to the PSRC (Puget Sound Regional Council) and Department of Commerce are provided periodically. It is necessary to send a draft by October 15, 2015 and final adoption by year end. The agenda packet contains a sheet that compares the current Comprehensive Plan language with the draft language from the Planning Commission that was also edited by the Council. Staff has pulled out those policies and strategies related to lot size and housing types, which have been a focus area. The intent is to review specific text amendments and bring the changes back to the September 28, 2015 Committee of the Whole meeting for review and consensus. It would be helpful to have a final document on October 5, 2015 if possible. It is important for the Comprehensive Plan to accurately reflect the Council's direction. Councilmember Hougardy asked if the draft will make us eligible for grants. Ms. Gierloff said it is important that our progress be submitted by October 15, 2015. Councilmember Seal asked if Tukwila is in jeopardy of losing out on grants if we miss the October 15 date. Ms. Gierloff said Tukwila would not be certified as being in compliance. Mayor Haggerton emphasized that while the process should not be rushed, there are some agencies that provide grant funding that Tukwila has been the recipient of in the past. Council President Kruller said in her experience on the Transportation Policy Board, the grants amounted to millions and millions of dollars. Ms. Gierloff responded that transit is the key to so many things even in neighborhoods. Councilmember Robertson said it is important that the vision of the citizens be accurately reflected in the plan. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 21, 2015 Page 4 of 10 Councilmember Ekberg said the City did a Comp Plan in 1995, and is working on one at this time. He asked if there will be another one in 8 years or 20 years. Ms. Gierloff said the periodic updates set by the State are every 6 -8 years. Councilmember Hougardy asked for an overview of the process used to update the Comp Plan. Ms. Gierloff said an avenue for the public to request changes is afforded, and the City can also initiate changes. Councilmember Quinn asked about the balance of comments received. Ms. Gierloff said there has been an abundance of comments in the last couple of weeks to preserve the status quo. Earlier in the process, the comments were more diverse. Councilmember Quinn asked how many Planning Commission meetings were conducted on the Comp Plan. Ms. Gierloff said there was 1 work session and 1 hearing on each of the elements at the Planning Commission, as well as some joint meetings with the Council. Mr. Quinn referenced documentation that showed 46 meetings had been conducted. Ms. Gierloff confirmed that public comments are a part of the overall process. Councilmember Duffie said the Comp Plan is something that can be changed, and no decisions have been made at this time. Councilmember Robertson emphasized that once the Comprehensive Plan is adopted, it has considerable weight and legal importance. Council President Kruller reiterated that the City has gone over and above in public outreach on the Comp Plan and will continue to do so until a decision is made. It is important for the public to understand that the intent is for Tukwila neighborhoods to be talked to before implementation strategies are ever undertaken. Mayor Haggerton asked the City Clerk to verify, for the record, any correspondence received on this issue since the last meeting. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, verified the emails received (September 15, 2015 through September 21, 2015) are a part of the meeting record and were distributed to the full Council. Mayor Haggerton called for public comments. Allan Johannessen, 13930 56th Place South, said he has lived here since 1993. From his perspective the Comp Plan is very complicated and needs to be simplified and summarized so the average person can understand it. Increasing population and multi - family housing in low density zones will attract low income renters and immigrants who get subsidies that increase taxes for others. The streets are already insufficient and parking is a problem. He has concerns about the utilities and infrastructure accommodating growth and where the money will come from. Additional crime and domestic disputes will increase emergency calls and more taxation. Home ownership encourages clean neighborhoods and less clutter. He said he has spent thousands of dollars on a security system and still does not feel safe. Brennan Wilson, 4803 South 162nd Street, relayed that he took part in the McMicken Heights survey, and there were no questions about density or infill in single family neighborhoods. This was an opportunity for input from residents. He believes the vast majority of the ideas for this have come from people whose profession or passion has to do with development and planning or people who have prompted them to speak on this issue. He urged the Council to "back off" on the more controversial elements in the plan. Bill Holstine, 4251 South 160th Street, submitted a speaker sign -in sheet and chose not to speak. The written comments on the sheet will be distributed to the full Council. Kathleen Wilson, 4803 South 162nd Street, said there was an outreach focus for Spanish, Somali, Arabic, and Burmese communities; there was no focus for residential property owners. The residential addresses are in databases associated with storm water bills. While "The Hazelnut" and "Tukwila Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 21, 2015 Page 5 of 10 Reporter" mentioned these meetings were coming, they did not include language regarding critical areas of discussion, such as zoning changes. In her viewpoint, had that occurred, there would have been more public involvement. She feels the word "explore" is subjective and could go too far unless there are clear limits. There needs to be a firm definition of minimum lot size and density. The implementation strategies call for meetings with neighborhoods, yet there is Council discretion that can override what the citizens have asked for. That makes citizen input appear to be invalid. She wonders how any project for development can be denied when all the terminology is so subjective. Dave Larson, 14244 55th Avenue South, referenced news articles from the Seattle area where residents are up -in -arms over condos being packed in so tightly, as there is a desire for greater separation. He also referenced pay lanes that are being added to regional roadways. Money is being made hand over fist by those paying to be in the lane, and those in the other lanes have to suffer the consequences. He also referenced a news article about a couple of bunnies left on Whidbey Island 20 -30 years ago, and now there are bunnies everywhere, presenting an uncontrolled situation. It is important for Tukwila to avoid jamming people tighter and tighter together. Douglas Hans, 16037 45th Avenue South, said there is a new housing development on a single lot on 160th Street. The original house is still there, and there are four 2 -story homes on that lot and parking for only 2 cars per house. If those houses are sold at the going rate, they could house several families in each house, and other cars will have to go somewhere, and there is no street parking on South 160th Street. Developers want to make the most money they can, and he does not see Tukwila getting much tax money by putting low income people in housing like that. Reverend Jan Bolerjack, 13832 Military Road, said her house is on the property of Riverton Park United Methodist Church. She encouraged the Council to use their expertise, the expertise of staff and the connections across the County to work through this issue. From her standpoint, Tukwila is in a difficult situation. The church houses homeless folks, so the kids can stay in their schools. When homeless families are able to find housing, they end up in Auburn because Tukwila does not have the housing stock. This means the children cannot stay in the Tukwila School District. The housing in Tukwila that might be affordable is not good housing. That means Tukwila may have to put more houses on a lot, so families can stay here, and the kids can stay in the school district. Statistics do not show that more houses on a lot will mean more crime; we know that is not true. Use the statistics that you know and not the hearsay that is presented. The Mayor and Council are leaders and are elected to lead and not follow. All Tukwila families need to be served. Sarah Gollus, 14911 58th Avenue South, asked if the land use plan should address issues like public utilities, police, and fire. She feels the language is very subjective, and she would like to see more specific numbers and metrics. This would provide measurability. She also asked about right -size parking standards as it relates to community green space. She wants to ensure the Comprehensive Plan is something that can be executed. Hyojin Whitford, 12217 46th Avenue South, expressed support for condominiums and smaller lot sizes so the City can grow. Brennan Wilson, 4803 South 162nd Street, does not think the kind of development going on in the single family neighborhoods is going to do much for the homeless. The mansions are going for $300,000 each, and most of the money will go to the developer. With regard to transit, in his opinion, a single mother of 3 is not going to get on a bus with her children to go shopping. If neighborhoods became more dense, it would not cause crime or emergency service calls or the budgets to drop. Streets are not getting wider and there are parking issues, so there is a definite impact. This is not a lily white issue as he has 5 contiguous neighbors: 2 are white, 2 are Asian, 1 is African American, and 1 is African. Everyone dreams of living in a single family home; if the homeless families were asked, that would be their dream. He does not think we should infringe on the people who have managed to get there for some pie- in -the- sky reasons that do not really get to the root of the inequity in the first place. Mayor Haggerton said it is somewhat unusual for an item like this to come to a Regular Meeting where the Mayor is the presiding officer. It is his intent to be a moderator and not interfere with the Council's legislative process. Staff is available for questions. The goal is to identify issues to be brought back in a matrix to move the item forward. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 21, 2015 Page 6 of 10 Council President Kruller requested that the questions asked by Ms. Gollus, who spoke under Citizen Comments this evening, be addressed. The questions are as follows: Questionl: Should the Comp Plan address public utilities and other infrastructure? Ms. Gierloff said it is a requirement of the Plan; there are Elements on Utilities, Transportation and Capital Facilities. Question 2: Why is there so much subjectivity in terms of LDR, MDR, and HDR? Ms. Gierloff said the specificity is in the zoning document as it relates to lot sizes, density, setbacks and height limits. The Zoning Code must be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Question 3: Please explain right size parking and community green space. Ms. Gierloff said the Zoning Code has a Landscape Code. There are requirements for trees, parking spaces, and perimeter landscaping. Right size parking was a study in King County to look at built multi - family dwellings to determine the parking needs. They looked at how many spaces the complexes had and then looked at 2:00 a.m. to determine how many cars were in the lot to determine what was actually being used. Councilmember Robertson emphasized the importance of adopting a plan that can be executed. Nothing should be put in a goal or policy that the Council does not intend to execute. Councilmember Seal is speaking for those who live in rental houses and immigrants brought here from war torn countries. As an elected official, she represents all of Tukwila's citizens. She is not in favor of stripping everything out of the plan, as it contains comments from many citizens that have been accumulated over the past 18 months. People need a safe place to live, and that can be an apartment, mobile home, or single family home. Not everyone wants to live in a single family home. When she was a single mom with 2 children, she lived in a duplex and successfully used the bus system. She referenced Tukwila students who had once been homeless, yet got scholarships due to the support from the community. It is important that Tukwila's housing stock meets the needs of all the residents. 9:11 p.m. Councilmember Seal exited the Council Chambers. Councilmember Duffie said he does not want to revisit the entire plan and relayed that it is a privilege to represent every citizen in Tukwila. 9:14 p.m. Councilmember Seal returned to the Council Chambers. 9:15 p.m. Mayor Haggerton declared a brief recess. 9:25 p.m. Mayor Haggerton reconvened the Regular meeting. Discussion ensued among the Councilmembers regarding the process for discussing the issues and suggested changes to the Comprehensive Plan. Councilmembers Robertson and Quinn both had written changes for consideration. It was determined that Council Consensus would be requested for any changes to be considered for further discussion at the next Committee of the Whole meeting and that staff would incorporate language into the draft plan. Council Consensus existed to begin with the changes submitted by Councilmember Quinn. Councilmember Quinn had the following suggested revisions (hard copies were distributed by the Council Analyst): • Revise Policy 3.1.2 to be more general — housing development • Remove language on smaller lot sizes, and duplexes and townhomes • Add to Implementation Strategies on outreach efforts — increase accountability of City, help to ensure residents that they will have the opportunity to be involved in the process Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September2l, 2015 Page 7 of 10 HOUSING Goal 3.1 Policies 3.1.2 The City of Tukwila provides the City's fair share of regional housing. Work with residents and property owners to consider housing options that meet current and future needs. Explore adopting smaller lot sizes, especial the historical lot pattern is smaller than the established 6.7 dwelling units per acre (6,500 square foot lots ). Implementation Strategies • Develop and implement an outreach program to receive public input from residents and property owners regarding housing development in residential neighborhoods. Outreach may include but is not limited to: citywide and neighborhood specific mailings, online and in- person surveys, flyers, open houses and other events. • Meet with residents and property owners at the neighborhood level to receive input to help establish desired lot area minimums for the individual neighborhoods. • Following the public input process, consider flexible zoning standards to promote housing options that meet current and future needs. to allow prevailing lot size to remain and smaller lot sizes to be allowed -as- decided by Council decision-. Establish parameters for design characteristics such as height, lot coverage, home design features, and setbacks. Goal 3.2 The City of Tukwila has safe, healthy, affordable homes for all residents in Tukwila. Implementation Strategies • Explore allowing an attached or detached accessory dwelling unit a duplex, or a two unit in the Low Density Residential zone on all lots that meet the minimum lot area when various appearance and performance criteria related to impacts on adjacent properties are satisfied. RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS Goal 7.5 Neighborhood Development Tukwila's residential neighborhoods have a high - quality, pedestrian character with a variety of housing options for residents in all stages of life. Implementation Strategies • Explore code revisions to maintain standard minimum lot size of 6,500 square feet but allow smaller lot areas subject to design standards that mitigate the potential negative impacts of smaller lots Discussion ensued on the suggested changes with the following concerns: - Councilmember Ekberg suggested adding the Comprehensive Land Use Planning Map as the current writing is general and does not declare 6,000 -6,500 square feet for a lot. He would also strike 3.2.1 or make it more general by changing the phrase, "' :. - : - _ Encourage a variety of housing throughout the City to allow for diverse, equitable neighborhoods." - Councilmember Kruller has concerns with the words "explore allowing" in the Implementation Strategies for Goal 3.2. - Councilmember Robertson expressed concern about consideration of flexible zoning standards and housing options. - Councilmember Duffie has concern with the word "explore." Council Consensus existed to forward Councilmember Quinn's suggestions to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Seal suggested a change to page 76 of the agenda packet as it relates to Housing 3.5.3 and the Sidebar Implementation Strategies relating to the Minor Home Repair Program. She wants to add the word "expand" as it relates to the Community Connector /Community Liaison program. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 21, 2015 Page 8 of 10 Council Consensus existed to forward Councilmember Seal's suggestion to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Ekberg suggested a change to page 97 in the agenda packet as it relates to Land Use Designations in Low Density Residential as follows: Low - density residential: Areas primarily characterized by detached single - family residential structures and their accessory uses along with educational, institutional and recreational uses. Density may vary by neighborhood and for projects proposing innovative housing types such as cottage housing, with a minimum of 6.7 units per net acre. Council consensus did not exist to move the suggestion forward. Councilmember Ekberg said the Tukwila International Boulevard District sphere of influence extends beyond the east side of 42nd Avenue South, and he suggested that be amended and cut back to 1/4 of a mile which would keep it on the west side. Council Consensus existed to forward Councilmember Ekberg's suggestion to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Ekberg referenced Councilmember Quinn's suggestion to Goal 3.2 Implementation Strategies, shown below. He requested the words "by neighborhood approval" be added to ensure a public process was undertaken. • Explore allowing detached accessory dwelling unit in the Low Density Residential zone on all lots that meet the minimum lot area when various appearance and performance criteria related to impacts on adjacent properties are satisfied by neighborhood approval. It was determined that staff would take this into consideration when refining the language for the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Robertson referenced Councilmember Quinn's suggestion to Housing 3.1.2 Implementation Strategies, 3'd bullet, shown below. After input from Councilmember Kruller, he suggested the words "neighborhood specific" replace "public input." • Following the input neighborhood specific process, consider flexible zoning standards to promote housing options that meet current and future needs. Establish parameters for design characteristics such as height, lot coverage, home design features, and setbacks. Council Consensus existed to forward Councilmember Robertson's suggestion to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Robertson referenced page 72 in the agenda packet as it relates to Housing Standards 3.2 Implementation Strategies, 3rd bullet, shown below. He requested addition of the words "and the neighborhood specific outreach process." Using lessons learned and the neighborhood specific outreach process reinstate the limited demonstration projects for clustered or cottage housing and allow limited demonstration projects for innovative housing types not currently supported in the code. Council Consensus existed to forward Councilmember Robertson's suggestion to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Robertson referenced page 72 in the agenda packet as it relates to Housing Standards 3.2 Implementation Strategies, 4th bullet, shown below. Based on input from the Councilmembers, the following amendments were requested. Explore increasing density in areas supported by transit to enhance transit- oriented development and /or in proximity to high - employment areas, using the neighborhood specific outreach process. Council Consensus existed to forward Councilmember Robertson's suggestion to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Robertson referenced page 86 in the agenda packet as it relates to Residential Neighborhoods Goal 7.3 Implementation Strategies, 81h bullet, shown below. Based on input from the Councilmembers, the following changes were suggested. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 21, 2015 Page 9 of 10 When possible, create flexible development standards to provide creative solutions to infill challenges for short plats or smaller developments when development meets or exceeds the goal established by the code and using the neighborhood specific outreach process and neighborhood groups but may not exactly conform to the written standards Council Consensus existed to forward Councilmember Robertson's suggestion to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Robertson referenced page 86 in the agenda packet as it relates to Residential Neighborhoods Goal 7.3 Implementation Strategies, 3rd bullet under the Sidebar, shown below. Explore zoning code updates to address sharing economy uses in residential areas, including but not limited to short-term vacation rentals. It was determined that staff would modify this language to ensure the intent is clarified. Councilmember Robertson referenced page 89 in the agenda packet as it relates to Residential Neighborhoods Goal 7.5.3 Single Family Residential Development Policies, shown below. He suggested adding "using the neighborhood specific outreach process." Support single - family residential in -fill housing that is in harmony with the existing neighborhood as a means of achieving adequate, affordable, and /or diverse housing. Council consensus did not exist to move the suggestion forward. Councilmember Robertson referenced page 91 in the agenda packet as it relates to Residential Neighborhoods Goal 7.5.7 Implementation Strategies, 2nd to the last bullet shown below. Explore code revisions to allow home occupations in detached garages. It was determined that staff would modify this language to ensure the intent is clarified. Discussion ensued between the Council and staff regarding fine tuning the transitioning language between the zoning designations of LDR, MDR, and HDR. It was determined that staff would provide the changes made this evening into a matrix for consideration at the next Committee of the Whole meeting. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Haggerton announced that the City received a COPS grant in the amount of $250,000 to be provided over a 3 -year period. The funds can be used to hire or re -hire police officers. Additionally, the City received a letter from King County thanking the City for exemplary service as it relates to the Riverside Residences, which has been demolished. Rick Mitchell and Eric Lund from the Tukwila Police Department were mentioned for their outstanding work. b. City Council Councilmember Hougardy reported that the Soundside group will have a table at the Seattle Chamber of Commerce annual meeting on September 28, 2015. c. Staff There was no report. d. City Attorney There was no report. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 21, 2015 Page 10 of 10 e. Intergovernmental There was no report. ADJOURNMENT 10:50 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaher't , City Clerk APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 10/5/15 AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 10/6/15