HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-10-19 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers October 19, 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 7:01 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; Brandon Miles,
Economic Development Liaison; Vicky Carlsen, Deputy Finance Director; Moira Bradshaw, Senior
Planner /RFA Project Manager; Rachel Bianchi, Communications and Government Relations Manager;
Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Update on Green Dot Campaign. Jill Braun, Deputy Director of DAWN (Domestic Abuse Women's
Network).
Jill Braun, Deputy Director of DAWN, provided an overview of the Green Dot Campaign.
Ms. Braun asked that a map be visualized with red dots spreading across the map symbolizing the
spread of a terrible epidemic — each red dot representing an individual case. Now imagine for a moment
a map of your City or neighborhood. Each red dot on this map represents an act of power -based
personal violence (partner violence, sexual violence, stalking, bullying, child abuse, or elder abuse) — or a
choice to tolerate, justify or perpetuate this violence. A red dot is an individual choice to do nothing in the
face of a potentially high risk situation. Power -based personal violence is not a huge, solid mass that can
simply be removed with one swift action or policy. Rather, it is the accumulation of individual decisions,
moments, values, and actions made by the men and women from every corner of our world.
Now imagine adding a green dot in the middle of all those red dots on a map. A green dot is any
behavior, choice, word, or attitude that promotes safety for all our citizens and communicates utter
intolerance for violence. A green dot is pulling a friend out of a high risk situation — a green dot is
donating a few dollars to your local service provider — a green dot is displaying an awareness poster in
your room or office — a green dot is putting a green dot message on your Facebook page — a green dot is
striking up a conversation with a friend or family member about how much this issue matters to you. A
green dot is simply your individual choice at any given moment to make our world safer. How many
green dots will it take to begin reducing power -based personal violence? How many of us need to add 2
or 3 or 7 or 50 dots to this map to begin to make a difference and begin to outnumber and displace those
red dots?
Ms. Braun explained there are 3 primary ways to be reactive, known as the "3 Ds," Direct, Delegate or
Distract. A "direct" green dot occurs when you handle the situation with confrontation. Distracting is
changing the conversation and the energy of the interaction by distracting them with something else
(dancing, a problem, food, bathroom break, etc.). Delegating is finding someone else who you feel will be
more successful in fixing the problem (public safety, other friends, etc.). Ms. Braun gave an example of a
time when she was driving down the road with her daughter, and saw a man chasing a woman down the
street and then he started shaking her. Ms. Braun distracted the situation by yelling out the window, "Can
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you tell me how to get to 1 -5." This let the perpetrator know that she saw what was happening, and it
momentarily stopped the violence. She then drove around the corner and called 911.
There are also proactive behaviors that establish intolerance of violence as the norm, resulting in the
ultimate reduction of violence. Specifically, the program targets influential and respected individuals from
across community subgroups. The goal is for these groups to engage in a basic education program that
will equip them to integrate moments of prevention within existing relationships and daily activities. By
doing so, new norms will be introduced and those within their sphere of influence will be significantly
influenced to move from passive agreement that violence is wrong, to active intervention.
Ms. Braun will provide a link to the Council that provides ways to participate.
The Councilmembers commented on the presentation and asked clarifying questions of Ms. Braun. They
also commended her for the good work done through the Green Dot Campaign and the Domestic Abuse
Women's Network.
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Confirm the appointment of Pastor Janice Bolerjack to Position #6 on the Community- Oriented
Policing Citizens Advisory Board (COPCAB), with a term expiring March 31, 2018.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF
PASTOR JANICE BOLERJACK TO POSITION #6 ON THE COMMUNITY - ORIENTED POLICING
CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD (COPCAB), WITH A TERM EXPIRING MARCH 31, 2018.*
Pastor Jan expressed that she has so much respect for the work done by the City and appreciates having
one more way of connecting and having a voice, as well as the opportunity to listen.
The Councilmembers emphasized the significance of the selfless work that Pastor Jan provides for those
most in need in the Tukwila community. She also serves on the Human Services Advisory Board and
helps families on the ground through her church on a daily basis.
Mayor Haggerton referenced Pastor Jan's assistance in August 2013, when people who were dislocated
due to the motel raid were provided temporary shelter and food at her church.
*MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Scott Barry, 5213 South 164th Street, expressed concern about traffic issues in the area of 51St Avenue
South and 164th Street that would benefit from changes and /or additions to signage. There is a loose,
wobbly sign on 52 "d Avenue South that he hopes can be replaced. He would also like to see additional
signage at that location to inform drivers it is their last opportunity to turn around. People end up traveling
down his street, causing damage to his property and the properties of his neighbors. They tip over the
garbage cans, which has caused confrontational situations. His security cameras showed 67 cars
coming down the street in 30 days that entered his property. He has reported this to Public Works staff,
and he would appreciate help from the Council on this issue to get signage that would provide needed
relief.
David Cline, City Administrator, said that City staff will work with Mr. Barry and the neighbors in that area.
Councilmember Robertson stated that he has recently been on this street, and concurs with Mr. Barry
that there appears to be a problem.
John Edmark, 5207 South 164th Street, said he is a neighbor of Mr. Barry's, and he would like to see
additional signage that directs drivers appropriately and provides relief to residents.
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Paul Szewczyk, 13749 Macadam Road South, shared a list of services provided by the City that have
affected his life. He said the Public Works Department is absolutely amazing by way of keeping the
streets clean, removing items that are illegally dumped, and cleaning graffiti. Our parks are incredibly
clean and well maintained. He referenced the good work of Evelyn (the City's Human Services
Manager). His neighbor had a catastrophic problem, and Mr. Szewczyk called Evelyn seeking help.
Based on that call, the City pulled together to help his neighbor, even though it may not have been the
City's responsibility. He recounted a recent event involving the good work of the Police Department when
he was almost killed in a traffic accident. He commended the police officers for the way they handled the
matter and in apprehending the individual involved. He referenced the amazing events at the Tukwila
Community Center, and the array of "happy" people who come out of there. He is also thankful for the
cleanup of Tukwila International Blvd. and the excitement generated by the new library coming into the
area. He also appreciates the staff who help him navigate the permit process. He said his comments
stem from talking with a neighbor who was giving the City a hard time, and he wanted to extend a "thank
you" to the City. He has lived all over the world and Tukwila is a great place to live.
Drew Picard, 5210 South 164th Street, said he supports the comments of his neighbors who spoke
regarding the traffic and signage issues on his street. There has been property damage to many that
could be solved by revising the signage on 51s' Avenue South and adding signage on 52nd Avenue South.
David Puki, 3748 South 152nd Street, said he is speaking regarding potential changes to residential
parking requirements that will be discussed at the next Committee of the Whole meeting. This would
affect him due to his diverse mix of vehicles. When he moved to Tukwila in 2011, it was to consolidate
his vehicles onto one property. He has ample, approved parking for 23 vehicles and currently has 15
vehicles on his property, which encompasses 2 lots at 31,500 sq. ft. The proposed changes would limit
the number of vehicles to 4 -6. He would like to continue to keep the possessions he has worked for and
not have to move to keep them. He would like to know what specific complaints or issues have occurred
to prompt a change. The citizens have not been informed of this, and he understands this was requested
by Code Enforcement. He said it is the Council's job to represent the citizens and protect their interests.
Councilmember Seal extended apologies to Mr. Puki for advising him to come to tonight's meeting, when
the item will be discussed next week. However, she is grateful he came tonight to convey his concerns.
The Councilmembers exchanged comments on Mr. Puki's concerns, with the intent to further review this
issue.
John Romero, 4455 South 148th Street, said he has lived here a long time, and at one point he had 7 kids
going to Foster High School and each of them had a car. His home was also the location where the
homecoming floats were constructed, which could involve 20 cars. His family dinners often bring 20 -30
cars to his home. If he cannot park cars on his own property, there is no choice but to put more cars on
the street which creates another set of problems and public safety concerns. There is a school zone in
his area and with kids walking on the street, there are already visibility issues and speeding problems.
He would like to see this issue be given further review.
Mayor Haggerton relayed to Mr. Romero that when he was in Washington D.C., he had the privilege of
working with his granddaughter in Senator Adam Smith's office.
Paul Szewczyk, 13749 Macadam Road South, suggested that when police officers are in the
neighborhoods, they could put a flag on their vehicle to signify that members of the community could
come and talk to them. From his standpoint, the relationship between police officers and the residents
improve when there is open communication.
CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 10/5/15 (Regular Mtg.)
b. Approval of Vouchers #370512 - 370630; #151001 - 151002 in the amount of $2,317,470.78
c. Authorize the acceptance of a grant from the Washington State Department of Transportation to be
used for the Cascade View Elementary Safe Routes to School — Phase II project in the amount of
$838,950.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation Committee on 1015115.]
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d. Authorize the Mayor to sign amendment #1 to contract #15 -079 with The Futures Corporation to add
the Human Resources Strategic Plan to the scope of work in the amount of $25,000.00 (total contract not
to exceed $50,000.00).
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Finance and Safety Committee on 1016115.]
e. An ordinance granting a non - exclusive franchise to Puget Sound Energy, Inc., a Washington
corporation, to construct, install, replace, maintain, repair, and operate electric light, power, and natural
gas systems in, upon, over, under, along, across, and through the franchise area; repealing Ordinance
Nos. 471 and 1178. ORDINANCE NUMBER 2483
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 10113115.]
f. Authorize the acceptance of Grant Amendment No. 2 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 $200,000.00. (The City match of $200,000.00 to be provided from previously- awarded non -
RCO grant funds.)
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 10113115.]
g. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Real Estate Exchange and Purchase Agreement and Indemnity
Agreement with Amalfi Investments, LLC, for a property exchange within the Duwamish Gardens Project
location, in the amount of $7,200.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 10113115.]
h. Award a bid to Michels Corporation for construction of the 2015 Central Business District Sanitary
Sewer Rehabilitation project in the amount of $528,464.52 (plus contingency), and authorize the Mayor to
sign the contract.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 10113115.]
i. Award a bid to Olson Brothers -Pro Vac, LLC, for the construction of the 2015 Sanitary Sewer Manhole
Rehabilitation project in the amount of $105,068.10 (plus contingency), and authorize the Mayor to sign
the contract.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 10113115.]
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED
AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. A resolution expressing support for King County Proposition No. 1, the regular property tax
levy for Children, Youth, Families and Communities.
Title: King County Proposition No. 1 — Regular Property Tax Levy for Children, Youth, Families and
Communities. * Public comments will be accepted *
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY 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,
EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR KING COUNTY PROPOSITION NO. 1, THE REGULAR
PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES.
Mayor Haggerton called for public comments.
There were no public comments.
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1866.
b. Impact fee deferrals:
1) An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2305 §3, as codified at Tukwila Municipal Code Section
9.48.060; providing a process for the deferral of transportation impact fees to encourage
residential development within certain portions of the Southcenter area of the City.
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MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY KRULLER 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. 2305 §3, AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE
SECTION 9.48.060; PROVIDING A PROCESS FOR THE DEFERRAL OF TRANSPORTATION
IMPACT FEES TO ENCOURAGE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN CERTAIN
PORTIONS OF THE SOUTHCENTER AREA OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2484.
2) An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2366 §1 (part), as codified at Tukwila Municipal Code
Section 16.28.040; providing a process for the deferral of parks impact fees to encourage
residential development within certain portions of the Southcenter area of the City.
MOVED BY HOUGARDY, 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. 2366 §1 (PART), AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL
CODE SECTION 16.28.040; PROVIDING A PROCESS FOR THE DEFERRAL OF PARKS
IMPACT FEES TO ENCOURAGE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN CERTAIN
PORTIONS OF THE SOUTHCENTER AREA OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY SEAL THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS
READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2485.
3) An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2365 §1 (part), as codified at Tukwila Municipal Code
Section 16.26.040; providing a process for the deferral of fire impact fees to encourage residential
development within certain portions of the Southcenter area of the City.
MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY KRULLER 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. 2365 §1 (PART), AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL
CODE SECTION 16.26.040; PROVIDING A PROCESS FOR THE DEFERRAL OF FIRE IMPACT
FEES TO ENCOURAGE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN CERTAIN PORTIONS OF
THE SOUTHCENTER AREA OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS
READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2486.
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4) A resolution repealing Resolution No. 1845; adopting a consolidated Permit Fee Schedule; and
providing for a building permit fee deferral process to encourage residential development within
certain portions of the Southcenter area of the City.
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, REPEALING RESOLUTION NO, 1845; ADOPTING A
CONSOLIDATED PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE; AND PROVIDING FOR A
BUILDING PERMIT FEE DEFERRAL PROCESS TO ENCOURAGE
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THE
SOUTHCENTER AREA OF THE CITY.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED
AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1867.
It was noted that the above fee deferral legislation does not waive or reduce fees, and this topic has been
discussed at multiple Council Committee meetings and meetings of the full Council.
c. Update on Regional Fire Authority (RFA) Annexation Steering Committee.
This is the fourth progress update on the issue of annexation of fire and emergency medical services to
the Kent Regional Fire Authority. The Steering Committee established by the City to review this issue
has spent the past seven months discussing the qualities of regional fire service versus local.
Specifically, they have been reviewing the level of service and type and quality of operations of the
Tukwila Fire Department as compared to the Kent RFA.
A finance proposal was presented to the Steering Committee for the first time at their October 14, 2015
meeting. This proposal includes a cost comparison (initially presented in July) comparing Tukwila costs
for fire service to the Kent RFA costs for fire service to Tukwila. Proposed revenues using the Kent RFA
financing model of property tax plus fire benefit charge (FBC) for Tukwila property was also presented.
An important financial item in the budget analysis is the inclusion of annualized capital costs into the
budget comparison. The proposal includes a 20 -year Capital Plan that anticipates growth and includes all
fire related capital needs and timing for fire station rebuild.
There is a range of financial impacts to the variety of property owners in the City from residential to
industrial. The financial impacts will also be determined by policy direction to be set by the Council in the
near future. A separate work session for the City Council is tentatively scheduled for November 10, 2015
to discuss the cost and revenue implications to the City as an organization and the impacts those
decisions will have on property owners
Moira Bradshaw, Senior Planner /RFA Project Manager, introduced Kathleen Wilson and Jessica Jerwa,
community members who are a part of the Steering Committee. Ms. Wilson and Ms. Jerwa emphasized
the importance of the work being done by the Steering Committee and the need for firefighters to focus
on their core functions. The Committee intends to have a recommendation for the Council by the end of
this year.
Ms. Bradshaw and Vicky Carlsen, Deputy Finance Director, utilized a Powerpoint presentation to provide
cost comparison information, with a summary as follows.
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Cost Comparison Worksheet
Rounded to thousands
City RFA
2015
Projected Proposed
Actuals Budget Difference
* Operational Costs 10,188 10,538 350
Equivalent Levy Rate for Operational Costs 2.03 2.10 0.07'
Capital
Equipment
Apparatus
Facilities
Equivalent Levy Rate for Capital
150
133
900
405
1,300
1,642
2,350
2,180
0.47
0.43
-17
-495
1do
-1 /u
(0.03)
Total Operational & Capital Costs 12,538 12,718 180`
Equivalent Levy Rate for Operational & Capital 2.50 2.53 0.04
Interlocal Agreement
Prevention & Investigation
793
902
110
Emergency Management
321
339
18
1,114
1,242
128
Equivalent Levy Rate for Prev, Investigation, EM
0.22
0.25
0.03'
Total Operational & Capital, Prev, Investigation, EM
13,652
1 13,959
307
Costs
Equivalent Levy Rate for Operational, Capital,
2.72
2.78
0.06
Prev, Investigation, EM
* Operational costs for the City include $797K in indirect (soft) costs, does not include LEOFF 1 or
firemen's pension costs
City: Assumes 10 year replacement admin -type vehicles, 15 year replacement for heavy -duty
apparatus
RFA: Assumes 7 -10 year replacement admin -type vehicles, 20 year replacement for heavy -duty
apparatus
Per the chart above as it relates to operational costs, the difference is an increase of $350,000 based on
current projected actuals and a difference of 7 cents for an equivalent levy rate. Seven cents is about
$17 per year or $1.50 a month for a home valued at $250,000.
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The Councilmembers exchanged comments and asked questions regarding the presentation. Thanks
were extended to Councilmember Robertson and the Finance Committee and David Cline for his
leadership during the process.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Haggerton reported that on October 15, 2015, he attended the K4C working summit as it relates to
climate collaboration between King County and area cities. Additionally, on October 15, the Mayor
convened a meeting with South King County Mayors, City Administrators and City Managers to begin a
discussion on the suburbanization of poverty. The meeting was facilitated by Consultant Karen Reed and
at the end of the meeting, there was resounding resolve to move forward. Poverty is the basis for so
many of society's problems, and the Council may be requested to be involved and will also receive
regular updates on the progress of this important effort. On October 19, 2015, the Mayor attended the
Boeing dedication of the 737 delivery center at Boeing Field. This event was also attended by King
County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Ed Murray. The speaker from Aviation High
School was eloquent in his remarks to the attendees.
b. City Council
Councilmember Duffie reported on the Transportation Committee meeting conducted prior to this
meeting. He also offered a reminder regarding the November 10, 2015 Veterans' Day celebration at the
Tukwila Community Center (TCC) from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All are welcome to attend. Additionally, he
commented about the incredible dance competition that occurred at the Tukwila Community Center this
past weekend.
Council President Kruller attended the World of Dance Competition this past weekend at TCC, and the
energy was infectious. She offered the reminder that there is a bin near the City Clerk's counter to collect
donations for DAWN. Ms. Kruller said the K4C climate collaboration effort is exciting. It works toward
incentives for the use of solar power. She spent the morning of October 17, 2015 at the University of
Washington Hub for a multi - cultural alumni partnership breakfast with a focus on celebrating diversity.
Councilmember Ekberg expressed appreciation to the Foster High School Civics Class for the
Candidates Night event on October 15, 2015. On October 17, 2015, he attended the Pumpkin Plunge at
the Tukwila Pool. He and a friend also noticed a fire in progress this past weekend and assisted in
bringing about a successful resolution.
Councilmember Seal attended the Metropolitan Park District (MPD) Executive Director meeting on
October 13, 2015 and the RFA Steering Committee meeting on October 14, 2015. She asked if the City
Administrator could check into the issue of overflowing trash cans (non -City trash cans) on the trail near
BECU.
Councilmember Hougardy congratulated Mr. Cline on being the incoming President for the Washington
City Managers' Association. She also commended Code Enforcement and Police staff and City
residents, as there are only 4 unresolved issues out of 23 in the McMicken Hts. neighborhood. She
offered a reminder about the "Safety in Tukwila" event on Tuesday, October 20, 2015, at Showalter
Middle School from 5:30 -8:00 p.m.
Councilmember Quinn conveyed that the Candidates Night sponsored by the Foster High School Civics
Class was amazing. He also reported there is interest in starting a symphony in Tukwila. There is a
similar program in Houston, where non - profit organizations provide instruments to kids so they can learn
to play and then perform. There is also a component around leadership and confidence that would be
beneficial for our students. He anticipates that in the next year or 2, there will be a symphony.
Mayor Haggerton referenced that in year's past, Foster High School had a large band program that won
continuous awards. It would be nice to see that reinvigorated.
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c. Staff
David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator (CA) Report and offered to answer any
questions. Additionally, he reported that the recent City Managers' National Conference was the best
attended conference ever by the membership. One of the keynote speakers covered cultural competency
and the other speaker is the author of the book The Advantage, which is being used within the City for
professional development.
Councilmember Ekberg referenced the portion of the report that mentions odors at the Seattle City Light
pole yard and asked if they were hazardous to health. Rachel Bianchi, Communications and Government
Relations Manager, said Seattle City Light staff has said the odor is not a health hazard. The smell is
from the diesel that mixes with the chemical.
d. City Attorney
There was no report.
e. Intergovernmental
There was no report.
Mayor Haggerton offered the reminder that there will be a chili cook off at the Tukwila Community Center
this Saturday, October 24, 2015 that is a fundraiser for DAWN.
MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Duffie was given yearbooks from Foster High School from 1916 -1948. David Cline, City
Administrator, said the 1928 yearbook features his grandmother -in -law, who was in the music program
and served as the class treasurer.
Council President Kruller offered a list of items for the DAWN fundraiser that can be put in the bin near
the City Clerk's counter, to include: hats, scarves, gloves, socks, umbrellas, winter coats, books for kids
and young adults, pillows, towels, new pajamas, soap, razors, hygiene products, combs, toothbrushes,
toothpaste, canned foods and gift cards.
ADJOURNMENT
9:16 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
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