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ITEM No.
5.B.
STAFF SPONSOR: LAUREL HUMPHREY
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ORIGINAL AGENDA DATE: 6/6/16
Discussion and consensus on a proposed Public Safety Plan and direction to proceed
with community outreach on a potential ballot measure.
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Staff is seeking Council direction on details of a Public Safety Plan bond proposal for the
purpose of a public outreach campaign. The Finance and Safety Committee has been
deliberating this proposal over the course of several meetings and the Full Council held a
special Work Session on June 6. If Council gives direction to proceed, public outreach will
begin with a mass mailing and the following open houses: June 22 at Station 51, June 25
and Station 52, and June 26 at Station 54.
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Minutes from the Special Finance and Safety Committee meetng of 6/2/16
Informational Memorandum, with attachments
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Staff is seeking Council direction on details of a Public Safety Plan bond proposal for the
purpose of a public outreach campaign. The Finance and Safety Committee has been
deliberating this proposal over the course of several meetings and the Full Council held a
special Work Session on June 6. If Council gives direction to proceed, public outreach will
begin with a mass mailing and the following open houses: June 22 at Station 51, June 25
and Station 52, and June 26 at Station 54.
RI?\'IIWI ) BY 111 COW Mtg. ❑ CA &P Cmte ® F &S Cmte ❑ Transportation Cmte
❑ Utilities Cmte ❑ Arts Comm. ❑ Parks Comm. ❑ Planning Comm.
DATE: 6/2/16 COMMITTEE CHAIR:
RECOMMENDATIONS:
SPONSOR /ADMIN.
COMMI'I"I "EE
COST IMPACT / FUND SOURCE
EXPENDITURE. REQUIRED AMOUNT BUDGETED
APPROPRIATION REQUIRED
Fund Source:
Comments:
MTG. DATE
RECORD OF COUNCIL ACTION
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ATTACHMENTS
6/6/16
Minutes from the Special Finance and Safety Committee meetng of 6/2/16
Informational Memorandum, with attachments
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City of Tukwila
Allan Ekberg, Mayor
INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: Finance and Safety Committee
FROM: Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst
CC: Mayor Ekberg
DATE: May 16, 2016
SUBJECT: Public Safety Bond Proposal
ISSUE
Discussion and recommendation on which Public Safety Bond package to promote during the
public outreach process.
DISCUSSION
Public outreach on a proposed Public Safety Bond is scheduled to begin in early June. At its
April 11, 2016 Facilities Plan Work Session, the Council discussed promoting the following two
options to the public during a robust public outreach campaign.
Option 1
Public Safety Voter Approved Bond
• Justice Center (Police and Courts)
• Replace three Stations 51, 52, 54
• Fully fund fire apparatus /equipment
General Fund (63:20 and /or LTGO
bonds)
• 50% Shops Facility
Enterprise funds
• 50% Shops Facility
Option 2
Public Safety Voter Approved Bond
• Justice Center (Police and Courts)
• Replace three Stations 51, 52, 54
• Fully fund fire apparatus /equipment
• 50% Shops Facility
Enterprise funds
• 50% Shops Facility
Based on assumptions included in the model, under Option 1, the average annual cost to
owners of a $250K house would be about $116.00 over the life of the bond. Under Option 2, the
average annual cost would be about $145.00 per year. It is important to remember that around
80% of property taxes in Tukwila are paid by commercial properties so they would also bear
80% of the total debt service.
The Finance and Safety and Community Affairs and Parks Committees each reviewed the
proposed public outreach plan in May, and during those discussions each committee discussed
the pros and cons of promoting one or two options to the public. Both committees
recommended that the Council refine the outreach to focus on one proposal. On May 17, the
Finance and Safety Committee discussed the pros and cons of each option and decided to
schedule an additional special committee meeting to continue discussion with the goal of
making a recommendation to the full Council at its June 6 meeting.
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If the City Council gives direction to City staff to proceed, public outreach in June will include a
postcard mailing to all households on June 7, followed by the following three open houses:
• June 22, Fire Station 51, 4 -7 p.m.
• June 25, Fire Station 52, 10 a.m. — 12 noon
• June 26, Fire Station 54, 2 -4 p.m.
Additional efforts will include block watch meetings (both east and west of 1 -5) as well as
presentations (aka the "road show ") at existing community group meetings.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Council Question Matrix
2. Finance and Safety Committee minutes: 4/19, 5/3, 5/17
3. Community Affairs and Parks minutes: 4/25
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Councilmember Comment/Question Response
Robertson - What is included in 21M for equipment and apparatus? 20 year bond. It is the equivalent to $900 a year from the general fund, which Is what we would need to spend
to fully fund equipment and apparatus if we did it out of the general fund.
Robertson Does Plan B include the administration's recommendation? Yes
Quinn Was there a reassessment of the numbers? Yes, the numbers were slightly adjusted with the addition of Plan B and are not expected to change.
Kruller How long Is this proposed bond? 20 years
Kruller Why is a proposed Public Safety building prioritized In this This was the recommendation of the steering committee, which prioritized public safety. The Council can make
proposal when the shops and fire stations are in such poor a decision on sequencing.
condition?
Robertson What is the impact to homeowner per year for each scenario? Covered In 4/11 Workshop.
Quinn Describe the length of time the City has known of facility The City's facilities have been an issue since annexations caused some of our staff to double in different work
deficiencies to the degree they are impacting service delivery. groups – such as police. While the City brought on significantly more staff to provide services to the new
residents, expanded or new facilities were not Included. Since that time, staff levels have only continued to
grow to meet the City's service needs and yet, with the exception of acquiring the 6300 building, we have
continued to focus our investments in other capital efforts such as TIB transformation, major Infrastructure
projects, etc. In 2008, a consultant study Identified the significant seismic deficiencies in many of our buildings
but the subsequent recession did not allow us to do any major Investments. Through the 2012 strategic plan
process there was a recognition of the Importance of city facilities, and council appropriated $350,000 for the
facilities study in the 2013/2014 budget to begin addressing the issue.
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Hougardy Can land be included In "capital purposes" re: UTGO? Yes
Hougardy Would like more detail on enterprise program funds, especially to More details to follow. Current proposal for 50% of Public Works Shops to be paid for by utility enterprise funds
answer to the potential for raising utility taxes fall within the expected rate increases due to planning for adequate reserves and contingencies. Rates are
reviewed every fall and will undergo constant oversight based on actual consumption, usage and billings.
Quinn Is there risk In the approach regarding enterprise funds Minimal risk, the City has turned a corner on the sewer failures and the relining project is funded.
considering the aging system?
Hougardy Would like something In writing describing the answer given just
above.
Kruller Could you describe previous trends regarding debt capacity? Will be provided at 5/17 F &S meeting. 1
Quinn How does this approach impact our bond rating? For both bonds Debt capactty always impacts bond rating. There isn't a schedule of how particular choices will Impact that.
and 63/20. Talk to your financial planner and rating agency, look at peer cities. Hitting a threshold of 50% is a concern and
should be vetted.
Quinn I am interested in looking at example you provided – capital Rating agency may or may not be helpful. Question to ask Is about your overall debt utilization. They may
investments have to make —full menu of things we have to do as indicate what percentage they look at.
a clty and have that be evaluated on bond rating. Should we ask
rating agency?
15. 4/11/16 Kruller UTGO Is dependent on voters. If they don't support levy should Facilities Steering committee looked at if /then statements, and this is a policy question for Council to decide.
we go forward with city shops only? What Is the scenario? If this is There are no assumptions about proceeding.
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16. 4/11/16 Kruller Fire Stations weren't considered until we sidelined the Fire stations 51, 52, 54 was part of Phase 1 and 2 in Facilities Study. All ranked, along with City shops, very 1
annexation. How does the priority end up being Public Safety low. This order Is the same presented in the RFA analysis, although the schedule is faster. Phasing is a
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17. 4/11/16 Hougardy Is it correct that if the value of a home goes up, the taxes don't Yes. The City would levy the amount required to meet debt payments. Total assessment value divided by
necessarily go up? 1,000 divided by levy amount determines the levy rate. The levy rate Is then applied to each individual parcel.
The impact to the individual parcel is entirely dependent on how all other parcels' assessed value changes as
well as the impact of growth (new development).
18. 4/11/16 Robertson, Seal Would like to see the details included in 29 million (YOE) for fire 18m for apparatus, annualized, 3 million for equipment. Details to be provided at the May 3 FS meeting.
apparatus/equipment.
19. 4/11/16 Robertson, What is the cost difference between Shops funding via 63/20 or Details and discussion at 5/3 F &S and 5/9 CAP meetings.
Hougardy LTGO
20. 4111/16 Quinn, Seal Would like data relating to service improvements — should be able This will be provided at 5/17 F &S meeting.
to talk to voters about the levels of service Improvements resulting
from these investments. Ballot measure should be very specific.
MRSC has list of criteria for ballot measures and details are
important.
21. 4/11/16 McLeod How comfortable should we be with these construction cost These are planning -level estimates prepared by architects at Rice, Fergus Miller with built in contingencies.
estimates?
22. 4/11/16 McLeod Can we renovate something and make it work to save costs? The architectural assessment considered that question. Long term, City Hall is a candidate for renovation.
23. 4/11/16 Kruller I would like to see all the options included in building costs and Since these are planning -level cost estimates, they Include contingencies for unknown specifics far future land
where we land on taxes. acquisition, moving, technology, etc., (similar to how the School District treated the early learning center) and
certain details (e.g. furniture, fixtures) which have not been designed yet. See high level cost estimates based I
on market rate per square foot building costs.
24. 4/11 /16 Robertson Would a different approach to fire service impact the number of This will be provided at 5/17 F &S meeting.
stations needed?
25. 4/11/16 Seal When do we have to lock in to a scenario? The proposed outreach plan includes a May 23 postcard mailing inviting people to attend open houses. 1
Council direction by mid -May would be ideal. This allows time for additional F &S Committee review.
26. 4/19/16 Robertson What is the City's capacity to manage concurrent construction of The cost model factors in project managers for each facility under "other consultant expenses"; however there
shops and justice center? could be impacts to staff to manage and coordinate land acquisition, design and construction.
27. 4/19/16 Robertson How will Council arrive at decision making point regarding the Finance and Safety will lead this effort while public outreach is ongoing.
funding scenario?
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28. 5/3/16 Kruller Why not exempt ourselves from the administrative process of These fees pay for staff associated with plan review, Inspections, etc. Exempting this is a policy question.
permits/fees?
29. 5/3/16 Robertson Why is land acquisition for public safety so much cheaper for Land acquisition (5 acres) for the public safety building Is significantly less complicated than the 15 acres
acre? industrial required for shops.
30. 5/3/16 Robertson Is the City assuming a location on TIB for public safety? There are no siting assumptions, however the Clty Intends to gather public ideas and opinion during the
outreach process.
31. 5/3/16 Robertson What if the actual building costs are lower or higher than this There is a cap for the upper limit that we cannot surpass. If costs are less, It could free up money for other
estimate? Do you describe that in the bond measure? If we end buildings but there are legal restrictions on what it can be used for. The Clty could wait to issue bonds after the
up needing lass how does that work with the bonds?
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39. 5/17/16 Robertson When Is the last time Tukwila used UTGO funding? Purchase of the golf course In the 70s.
40. 5/17/16 Robertson Is there a difference in call volume in apartments on TIB versus Minimal difference
the East side of Old Hill?
41. 5/17/16 Robertson Would It make sense to focus a 4"' station on EMT response and EMT only would mean fire response times would significantly increase in that area.
place it around 144'h?
j 42. 5/17/16 Kruller Are there innovative service models In other cities that we should The City can consider thls when making operations decisions and station location analysis. There are King
be looking at? County protocols and rules that may eliminate certain options. There are also industry standards for the
minimum numbers of firefighters needed.
43. 5/17/16 Kruller Will there still be a need for prisoner transport service at the Court Yes.
with a new facility?
44. 5/17/16 Seal, Robertson What do we need to decide and when? The immediate question Is which financing proposal to promote to the public this summer. If Council chooses
to place a measure on the November ballot, that action needs to be completed by August 1.
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ATTACHMENT 2
Finance and Safety Committee Minutes April 19, 2016
B. Speed Reduction in Neighborhoods of Tukwila (SPRINT)
Police staff updated the Committee on current efforts to address speeding in residential
neighborhoods. A committee with representatives from the Mayor's Office, Public Works and
the Police Department worked together to identify strategies in the categories of education,
engineering, and enforcement. This effort will use existing resources, but if successful,
approximately $122,000 will be requested in 2017 to continue the program. Revenues
generated from enforcement are expected to be around $116,000 between 2016 and 2017 so
the additional budget will be significantly offset. INFORMATION ONLY.
C. Draft Facilities Outreach Plan
Staff presented a draft facilities outreach plan to the Committee. At the Council Work Session
on April 11, 2016, the Council discussed presenting the following two options to the public on
addressing public safety facilities:
1) A public safety voter approved bond including a justice center to house police and courts,
replacement of three fire stations, and full funding of fire apparatus and equipment. The City
would fund replacement of George Long and Minkler shops with 63/20 financing and /or LTGO
bonds and half through enterprise funds.
2) A public safety voter approved bond including a justice center to house police and courts,
replacement of three fire stations, full funding of fire apparatus and equipment, and half of the
shops replacement. The other half of shops would be funded through enterprise funds.
The Committee reviewed the proposed key messages, tactics, and timeline, and made
suggestions to emphasize public safety improvements and the fact that daily operations are at
stake, not just major disaster concerns. The Committee also suggested providing examples of
what must be sacrificed if more construction funding comes from the general fund. Additional
tactics could include Mayor /Superintendent "Leaders at the Links," faith community, grocery
stores, event booths, Google ads, and outreach by Council. Councilmembers and staff
discussed the pros and cons of promoting two scenarios versus one, and suggested the
Community Affairs and Parks Committee discuss this further when it reviews the outreach plan
on April 26. The Finance and Safety Committee will continue to review and discuss funding
options in preparation for a recommendation to the full Council. DISCUSSION ONLY.
D. Draft 2017 -2018 Budget Outreach Plan
Staff presented a draft outreach plan regarding the City's 2017 -2018 budget. The Committee
reviewed the proposed key messages, tactics, and timeline. Outreach for the budget will be
concentrated primarily in May, freeing time in June for facilities outreach. Councilmember
Robertson, noting the importance of the public outreach on facilities, suggested scaling back
the tactics regarding the budget to avoid over communication. Councilmember Kruller would
like the educational materials to use eye- catching graphics. Chair Seal suggested adding a
public event following the Mayor's formal delivery of the budget and before the public hearing.
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Meeting Minutes
City of Tukwila
City Council Finance and Safety Committee
May 3, 2016 - 5:30 p.m. - Hazelnut Conference Room, City Hall
Councilmembers: Verna Seal, Chair; Dennis Robertson, Kate Kruller
Staff: David Cline, Peggy McCarthy, Vicky Carlsen, Brandon Miles, Bob Giberson, Rachel
Bianchi, Rick Mitchell, Laurel Humphrey
Guest: Louise Jones - Brown, Tukwila Historical Society
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Seal called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
I. PRESENTATIONS
11. BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Asset Transfer Agreement with Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority
Staff is seeking Council approval of an agreement that would transfer the Seattle Southside
Visitor Services' (SSVS) assets to the Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (SSRTA).
SSVS ceased being a function of the City at the end of 2015 due to the creation of the Tourism
Promotion Area and the SSRTA. The draft agreement transfers the City's ownership interest in
various assets including office furniture and supplies and some intellectual property (not
including "Think Tukwila," "Tukwila Life," and property associated with the Rock -n -Roll
Marathon.) UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO MAY 16, 2016 REGULAR CONSENT
AGENDA.
B. 20161st Ouarter Police and Fire Financial Report
Staff provided the Committee with an 1st quarter status update on the Police and Fire
Department budgets, per a reporting schedule agreed to in January. Total expenditures for both
departments are below the allocated budget. Councilmember Robertson asked several
questions about specific expenditure types and recommended that the next report include
written information explaining discrepancies of $25,000 or more. The full Council will soon
receive the 2016 in Quarter Report, including all departments. INFORMATION ONLY.
C. Review of Facilities Plan Council Ouestions Matrix
Staff is maintaining a list of Council questions and responses with regard to the facilities plan,
and an updated version was provided for Committee review. Per requests made by Council at
previous meetings, the Committee was given details relating to fire apparatus and equipment,
construction costs, and differences between 63:20 lease and LTGO bond financing for 50% of the
Public Works shops. Questions relating to these were recorded in the matrix. Chair Seal stated
that she feels the Council may be ready to select one financing option prior to public outreach in
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an effort to streamline the messaging. The Committee asked for an agenda item to be scheduled
at the May 23 Committee of the Whole to allow the Council to discuss this further. INFORMATION
ONLY.
D. Draft 2017 -2018 Budget Outreach Plan
Staff presented a draft presentation intended to be used as the basis of the public outreach
conducted in May. The information is categorized as follows: City Budget 101, How we Budget,
2015/2016 Priorities and Results, 2017/2018 Priorities, and the Budget Process. These categories
will also be used to organize the information presented at the in- person and online open houses.
Open houses are being planned for May 21 and 24. Councilmember Robertson suggested
renaming the word "transfers" on the pie chart showing general fund expenditures as most
people won't know what that means. Staff suggested replacing it with "capital projects." The
Committee requested that the Committee of the Whole be given the opportunity to review the
presentation at its next meeting. INFORMATION ONLY.
E. 201611 Ouarter Police Department Report
Staff updated the Committee on Police Department items of significance that occurred during
the 1st quarter of 2016. The information included a staffing update, 1st quarter highlights, and
crime statistics. The Committee expressed support for the Council to receive active shooter
training similar to the one provided recently to City employees. INFORMATION ONLY.
III. MISCELLANEOUS
The Finance and Safety Committee Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Next meeting: Tuesday, May 17, 2016
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Meeting Minutes
City of Tukwila
City Council Finance and Safety Committee
May 17, 2016 - 5:30 p.m. - Emergency Operations Center, Fire Station 51
Councilmembers: Verna Seal, Chair; Dennis Robertson, Kate Kruller
Staff: David Cline, Peggy McCarthy, Vicky Carlsen, Mindy Breiner, Don Tomaso, Dawn
Judkins, Bruce Linton, Chris Flores, Bob Giberson, Rachel Bianchi, Laurel
Humphrey
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Seal called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
1. PRESENTATIONS
1I. BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Fireworks Permit for July 4.2016 "Family 4th at the Fort" Event
Staff is seeking Council approval of a Fireworks Permit Application submitted by Western
Display Fireworks Ltd. for the fireworks display at the City's annual 4th of July Celebration at
Starfire Sports Complex. The application has been approved by the Fire Marshal and found to
be in compliance with standards and regulations, and this vendor and launch location have
been working well. The largest aerial shell will be 3 ". UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO
JUNE 20, 2016 REGULAR CONSENT AGENDA.
B. Review of Facilities Plan Council Questions Matrix
Staff is maintaining a list of Council questions and responses with regard to the facilities plan,
and an updated version was provided for Committee review. The Committee was given
additional details relating to service level impacts for the Fire Department, Police Department,
Municipal Court, and Public Works, as well as historical LTGO debt capacity trends. Questions
relating to these were recorded in the matrix. Committee members debated pros and cons of
financing options for the proposed Public Safety bond and associated public outreach. The
Committee decided to schedule a special meeting on Thursday, June 2 to continue this
discussion and to develop a recommendation. DISCUSSION ONLY.
III. MISCELLANEOUS
Acting Chief Flores announced that on Wednesday, June 1, there will be a ribbon transfer ceremony
at Station 51 in honor of Captain McCoy. His ribbon will be delivered to the State Capitol, where he
will also be honored at a Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service on June 5, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. in the
Rotunda.
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The Finance and Safety Committee Meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.
Next meeting: Tuesday, May 17, 2016
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City of Tukwila
City Council Community Affairs and Parks Committee
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS AND PARKS COMMITTEE
Meeting Minutes
Apri125, 2016 - 5:30 p.m. - Council Chamber, City Hall
Councilmembers: De'Sean Quinn, Chair; Kathy Hougardy, Thomas McLeod
Staff: David Cline, Jack Pace, Laura Benjamin, Evie Boykan, Minnie Dhaliwal, Nora
Gierloff, Rachel Bianchi, Bruce Linton, Laurel Humphrey
Guest: Katrina Dohn, resident
CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair Quinn called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
I. ANNOUNCEMENT
1I. BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Ordinances: Housekeeping Amendments to Titles 17.18.19 and 21 of the Municipal Code
Staff is seeking Council approval of four ordinances that would amend the Zoning, Subdivision,
SEPA, and Sign Code Titles of the Municipal Code to incorporate a variety of housekeeping
amendments as described in detail in the staff report. The Planning Commission held a public
hearing on March 24, 2016 and recommends approval of the amendments as proposed.
Councilmember Hougardy noted she has suggestions for sign regulations that would help
smaller businesses and would like to discuss those with staff. One suggestion would be to
reduce the permit fee if certain criteria is met, and staff said that could be addressed when the
fee resolution is brought forward later this year. Chair Quinn asked that individuals who served
on the Sign Code Committee be notified of the public hearing. He also stated his expectation
that code amendments are reviewed for consistency with the Strategic Plan. UNANIMOUS
CONSENT. FORWARD TO MAY 9, 2016 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR PUBLIC HEARING
AND DISCUSSION.
B. Draft Facilities Outreach Plan
Staff presented a draft facilities outreach plan to the Committee. At the Council Work Session
on April 11, 2016, the Council discussed presenting the following two options to the public on
addressing public safety facilities:
1) A public safety voter approved bond including a justice center to house police and courts,
replacement of three fire stations, and full funding of fire apparatus and equipment. The City
would fund replacement of George Long and Minkler shops with 63/20 financing and /or LTGO
bonds and half through enterprise funds.
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2) A public safety voter approved bond including a justice center to house police and courts,
replacement of three fire stations, full funding of fire apparatus and equipment, and half of the
shops replacement. The other half of shops would be funded through enterprise funds.
The Committee reviewed the proposed key messages, tactics, and timeline. Additional
suggestions included a special edition of printed Hazelnut, inclusion of block watch captains,
senior field trips, outreach at library, places of worship, and light rail stations, and a high level
of collaboration with school district. As requested by the 4/19 Finance and Safety committee,
Councilmembers discussed the pros and cons of promoting two scenarios versus one. The
Committee was in favor of advancing this discussion to the Committee of the Whole and agreed
that additional information on 63/20 versus LTGO financing would be helpful. DISCUSSION
ONLY.
C. Review of Draft Housing Options Matrix
Staff provided an overview of current and potential efforts addressing housing condition and
affordability, divided into four main categories: housing type /options, housing condition,
affordability, and homelessness. Committee members reviewed a table reflecting items that
are funded and in the workplan as well as potential ideas for the Council to give future direction,
possibly in the 2017 -2018 Budget. Chair Quinn stated that he would like to see educational
opportunities for Councilmembers to greater understand the possibilities of creating
affordable housing. Staff would like to take the Committee to visit a mixed income
development in West Seattle for an example of a quality project. Also, the Housing Development
Consortium is sponsoring Affordable Housing Week from May 16 -22, which will bring other
options for engagement and education. Chair Quinn asked for follow -up to the Allentown
resident comment letter dated April 6, 2016 and presented at the last Committee meeting. The
Committee expressed support for finding a solution to address the concerns raised in the letter.
INFORMATION ONLY.
III. MISCELLANEOUS
The Community Affairs and Parks Committee Meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
Next meeting: Monday, May 9, 2016
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City Council Finance and Safety Committee
FINANCE AND SAFETY COMMITTEE - SPECIAL MEETING
Meeting Minutes
June 2, 2016 - 5:30 p.m. - Emergency Operations Center, Fire Station 51
Councilmembers: Verna Seal, Chair; Dennis Robertson, Kate Kruller
Staff: David Cline, Chris Flores, Bruce Linton, Don Tomaso, Dawn Judkins, Rachel
Bianchi, Jack Waller, Trish Kinlow, Laurel Humphrey
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Seal called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
I. PRESENTATIONS
11. BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Public Safety Bond Proposal
The Committee continued discussing details of a public safety plan, including a voter approved
bond, in order to provide staff direction on public outreach, expected to begin in June. Chair
Seal stated that the next steps include a Council work session followed by discussion at the
Regular Meeting on June 6. She reminded the Committee that this is not a final decision point
regarding the bond proposal, it is just a recommendation on the messaging. Further
Committee and Council deliberations will occur in July as action placing an item on the
November ballot must be completed by August 1. Deputy Chief Linton provided a brief overview
of the options under consideration. Option 1 would promote a Public Safety Bond including a
Justice Center, replacement of three stations, and fully funding fire apparatus and equipment.
A combined shops facility would be funded equally between the general fund and enterprise
funds. Option 2 would promote a package that includes 50% of the combined shops facility in
the voter - approved bond. The other 50% would be funded by enterprise funds.
Chair Seal stated a preference for Option 1 to provide a stable funding source for fire apparatus
and equipment. Councilmember Kruller stated support for a public safety bond if fire
apparatus and equipment are removed, noting that Council should commit to funding those
things via disciplined budgeting. Councilmember Robertson stated that removing fire
apparatus and equipment changes the focus from public safety, which is typically an attractive
package for voters. DIVIDED RECOMMENDATION TO PROCEED WITH PUBLIC OUTREACH ON
OPTION 1. FORWARD TO JUNE 6, 2016 WORK SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING.
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