HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-08-01 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers August 1, 2016 — 7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Start: 6:30 p.m.
Mayor Ekberg announced the purpose of the Executive Session is to discuss:
Potential Property Sale — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(c)
It will last no more than 30 minutes, and no decisions will be made during the Executive Session.
Attendees: Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, City Attorney;
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Councilmembers Duffie, Robertson, Seal,
Hougardy, Quinn, Kruller and McLeod.
End: 6:53 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL
Mayor Ekberg called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:00 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 Dennis
Robertson, Verna Seal, Joe Duffie, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn, Kate Kruller, Thomas McLeod.
CITY OFFICIALS
Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, City Attorney; Mike Villa, Police
Chief; Bruce Linton, Deputy Police Chief; Chris Flores, Interim Fire Chief; Marty Grisham, Emergency
Manager; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director; Vicky Carlsen,
Deputy Finance Director; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Rachel Bianchi,
Communications Manager; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk.
AGENDA AMENDMENT
MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO MOVE ITEM 7A
UNDER NEW BUSINESS - A RESOLUTION DECLARING AN EMERGENCY - TO THE CONSENT
AGENDA. (This item was inadvertently left off the Consent Agenda.) MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Recognition of National Night Out Against Crime poster winners. Wendy Butterworth, Police
Records Specialist
Wendy Butterworth, Police Records Specialist, represents the Police Department's Community Relations
Committee. This committee was formed 5 years ago to promote positive police related interactions with
the community. The theme for the poster contest this year was "Help crime and drugs go away."
Chris Partman, Community Policing Coordinator, provided an overview of the prizes that were donated for
this event. Winners received a basket of candy and toys and a $30 gift certificate from the Family Fun
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Center; a $40 gift card from Target; and a $25 gift card to the Southcenter Mall from the Tukwila Police
Guild.
The Grand Prize winner received a basket of candy, toys and a $200 birthday party from the Family Fun
Center; an $80 gift card from Target; a $25 gift card to the Southcenter Mall from the Tukwila Police
Guild; and their entire class received a pizza party brought to them by the Tukwila Police Department.
Ms. Partman announced the following winners and provided them with a certificate to acknowledge their
accomplishment.
Alexander Vicuna Grand Prize from Cascade View Elementary School, to include pizza party.
Cesar Lopez Tukwila Elementary Prize Winner
Bonds Le Cascade View Elementary Winner
Jazelle Bagadiong Thorndyke Elementary Winner
The winning posters were displayed to the Council and Mayor and the audience members.
The Councilmembers expressed appreciation to the poster participants for their great work.
PROCLAMATIONS
a. A proclamation declaring August 2, 2016, as "National Night Out Against Crime" in Tukwila.
Mayor Ekberg read a proclamation declaring August 2, 2016 as National Night Out in Tukwila,
encouraging all citizens to join the Tukwila Police Department and the National Association of Town
Watch in supporting this event.
Mayor Ekberg presented Chris Partman, Community Policing Coordinator, with the proclamation.
b. Confirm the appointment of Jay Wittwer to the position of Fire Chief.
David Cline, City Administrator, provided a summary of Jay Wittwer's credentials to the City Council. Mr.
Wittwer could not be here this evening and will be in attendance at the August 8, 2016 Council meeting.
Mr. Wittwer has a Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science and a Master's Degree in Public Administration and
has completed 12 courses at the National Fire Academy including the Executive Fire Officer Program in
2015. He is also accredited as a Chief Fire Officer with the Center for Public Safety.
He comes to Tukwila from the North Las Vegas Fire Department, where he has served for 29 years,
beginning as a firefighter and rising through the ranks to Battalion Chief. He serves on the Board for the
Nevada Fire Chiefs Association and has been a Lead Instructor at the Firefighter Academy.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF JAY
WITTWER TO THE POSITION OF FIRE CHIEF.*
Councilmember Kruller commended City administration for the hiring process that involved the Council.
Councilmember McLeod said he has met Mr. Wittwer and is pleased with this addition to the City's staff.
*MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Pat Larson, 14244 55'" Avenue South, had 3 items to convey, with the first being in reference to the
recent hiring of the Fire Chief. She is curious about how a local person who devoted his entire career in
the City would not be in the forefront for the position. In her experience local folks are often overlooked in
organizations, which is unfortunate as they have an understanding of the community. Secondly, she is
concerned about housing on the west side of Tukwila International Boulevard (TIB) and inquired about
potential partnerships with the Housing Authority similar to what occurred in White Center. The
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transformation there provided hope to the residents of that area that is needed for those living west of
TIB. Thirdly, she has seen the articles regarding the Police Department, and she expressed appreciation
for the partnership between the School District and Officers Balcom and Harrison. Building relationships
with the students and the Police Department is essential and very beneficial. Additionally, she is pleased
about the upcoming community potluck.
Pam Carter, 4115 South 139th Street, said "Action Tukwila" is a grassroots community organization with a
focus on bringing people together through activities. A community potluck event known as "Come Sit at
Our Table" is scheduled for August 13, 2016 from 1:00 -5:00 p.m. on Tukwila International Blvd. between
1441h and 146th Streets. The 2 northbound lanes will be closed to facilitate the event, which involves food,
music and street soccer. All are invited to attend and bring a dish to feed 6 people and an appetite. She
conveyed that a great deal of fundraising is underway for this event, to include a Go Fund Me page.
Those interested can visit http: / /www.actiontukwila.com. Ms. Carter provided flyers and information for
distribution to the City Council.
Councilmember Quinn referenced the Housing Authority comment. The Community Affairs and Parks
Committee has been working on this, and will work with staff to identify partnerships.
Mayor Ekberg also referenced the housing issue as it relates to Ms. Larson's comments from about a
year ago regarding infestations in multi - family complexes. He is working with staff, as part of the
business license process, to ensure all apartments provide proof of a pest inspection prior to getting a
business license. The Mayor appreciates feedback about issues of concern in the community.
CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 7/18/16 (Regular)
b. Approval of Vouchers #372620; #372613- 372753; #160600, #160703- 160705 in the amount of
$2,512,049.38
c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority
(SSRTA) for tourism promotion in the amount of $337,500 to be paid from lodging tax funds.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Finance & Safety Committee on 7119116.]
d. Award a bid and authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Titan Earthwork, LLC, for the Andover
Park East Water and Sewer Replacement Project in the amount of $3,504,684.14 (plus contingency).
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 7126116.]
e. A resolution rejecting all bids submitted for the 2016 Small Drainage Program.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 7126116.] RESOLUTION NO. 1886
f. A resolution declaring an emergency in response to damages to public property due to a collapsed
storm drain line. RESOLUTION NO. 1887
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Utilities Committee on 7126116.] (Per agenda amendment on
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MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED
AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. An ordinance to place a public safety bond on the November 8, 2016 General Election ballot to
fund the replacement of three seismically- unsound fire stations, guarantee funding for fire
equipment and apparatus for the life of the bond, and construct a new Justice Center to house the
Tukwila Police Department and Municipal Court.
The City is considering a Public Safety Plan to fully fund police, fire and other first responders by
investing in safe, modern facilities and providing essential life safety equipment. This would include a
bond measure on the November 8, 2016 ballot that would fund the replacement of Fire Stations 51,
52 and 54, build a Justice Center to house Police and the Court, and fully fund apparatus and
equipment for the next 20 years.
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Bruce Linton, Deputy Police Chief, and Rachel Bianchi, Communications Manager, utilized a Powerpoint
presentation to summarize this issue.
How we got here:
Two efforts converged; Public Safety prioritized
• Identifying how to fully fund fire services in Tukwila has been an ongoing effort since 2010, and
included two lengthy processes investigating whether joining the Kent Regional Fire Authority was the
best option.
• At the direction of the City Council in 2012, the City has also engaged in a comprehensive review of
City facilities, which included fire facilities, resulting in the City of Tukwila Facilities Plan for Essential
Government Services.
• Public Safety was the top priority identified and, at the direction of the City Council, the Public Safety
Plan was developed in 2016 to address both fire and the broader public safety facilities deficiencies
identified by the Facilities Committee.
Details of the Public Safety Plan:
• 20 -year voter - approved Public Safety bond to pay for:
• Replacing three seismically- deficient fire stations
• Guaranteed funding for fire equipment and apparatus for the life of the bond
• New Justice Center to house Tukwila's Police Department and Municipal Court
• Consolidated Public Works shops facility to be paid for with an equal mix of General Fund and Utility
Funds, within the existing rate structure
Next Steps:
• Public Safety Bond — Council must act by August 1, 2016 to make the November 8, 2016 ballot; must
also decide pro /con committee makeup
• Public Works — 2017/2018 Budget process
• Bond Oversight Committee scope and representation to be finalized by the Council this summer
MOVED BY SEAL, 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, PROVIDING FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY
AT A SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE STATEWIDE
GENERAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 8, 2016, OF A PROPOSITION AUTHORIZING
THE CITY TO ISSUE ITS GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
PAYING A PORTION OF THE COST OF THE TUKWILA PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN, IN A
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $77,385,000, PAYABLE BY ANNUAL
PROPERTY TAX LEVIES TO BE MADE IN EXCESS OF REGULAR PROPERTY TAX
LEVIES, AND TO LEVY THOSE EXCESS PROPERTY TAXES, ALL AS MORE
PARTICULARLY SET FORTH HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS
READ.*
Councilmember Seal referenced page 59 of the agenda packet as it relates to changes in the "Financial
Oversight Committee" section of the ordinance. These changes reflect the discussion at the last Council
meeting.
Councilmember McLeod referenced the section in the "Financial Oversight Committee" portion of the
ordinance as it relates to a member being removed from the Committee for missing meetings. He
inquired if that was the only way a member could be removed from the Committee.
Rachel Turpin, City Attorney, said that while that appears to be the only basis for removal in the
ordinance, it is possible for the Council to develop procedural rules as part of the process at a later date.
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Councilmember Hougardy suggested that there be consistency in the ordinance in that the word
"financial" appear in front of the words "oversight committee" throughout the ordinance.
MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO AMEND THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO
ADD THE WORD "FINANCIAL" IN ALL INSTANCES IN FRONT OF THE WORDS "OVERSIGHT
COMMITTEE." MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO AMEND THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE.
Councilmember Quinn inquired regarding rules that reference that the Council cannot forego their
fiduciary responsibility in establishing a Financial Oversight Committee.
Ms. Turpin confirmed that the Financial Oversight Committee will report to the Council, and it will not
diminish the Council's fiduciary responsibility.
Councilmember Robertson expressed concern that years from now, it may be reasonable to disband the
Financial Oversight Committee as there will no longer be a need for it. Ms. Turpin said the Council could
adopt an ordinance to amend the existing ordinance to disband the committee.
*MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2509 AS AMENDED.
b. Authorize the approval of Pro /Con Committees to place a public safety bond on the November
8, 2016 General Election ballot to fund the replacement of three seismically- unsound fire stations,
guarantee funding for fire equipment and apparatus for the life of the bond, and construct a new
Justice Center to house the Tukwila Police Department and Municipal Court.
Ms. Bianchi provided an overview of this topic. King County Elections requires that jurisdictions putting
local measures on the ballot must identify the names of individuals to be on the Pro and Con committees
associated with a ballot measure. The City can only submit three names for each committee, although an
unlimited number can assist the committees in preparing the statements. The City advertised that
interested persons should submit their names to the City, and that the Council would make the final
determination.
Interested parties for the committees are as follows:
Pro Committee:
• Katrina Dohn
• Jim Haggerton
• Ed Hougardy
• Kathleen Wilson
Con Committee:
• Mark Cohen
• Charles Tyson
Councilmember Hougardy recused herself from the discussion, as her husband is a candidate for
the Pro Committee.
Councilmember Quinn suggested that the Pro Committee be comprised of Katrina Dohn, Jim Haggerton,
and Kathleen Wilson. All of these individuals are very qualified, and the City is fortunate to have these 4
names before us.
Council President Duffie concurred with Councilmember Quinn and expressed the highest regard for Ed
Hougardy and his good work in the City. Mr. Duffie conveyed that it would be best to have the Pro
Committee members not be related to Councilmembers. He also feels that Mr. Hougardy is so committed
to Tukwila that he would understand and accept this decision gracefully.
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Councilmember Seal agreed with the previous comments and relayed that while only 3 names can be
submitted per King County's rules, others could participate with the Pro or Con Committee toward their
work on this issue.
Councilmember Kruller emphasized that being related to a Councilmember does not de -value a
prospective member of a committee. In this instance, it would just be best to not have members related
to Councilmembers.
Councilmember McLeod supports Mr. Quinn's comments and stressed that an unlimited number of
people can provide assistance toward the work of the Pro or Con Committees. Ed Hougardy's voice is
valued in this community, and his voice is his own and does not come from this dais.
Councilmember Robertson echoed the comments made by Councilmember McLeod.
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO AUTHORIZE THE APPROVAL OF PRO /CON
COMMITTEES TO PLACE A PUBLIC SAFETY BOND ON THE NOVEMBER 8, 2016 GENERAL
ELECTION BALLOT TO FUND THE REPLACEMENT OF THREE SEISMICALLY - UNSOUND FIRE
STATIONS, GUARANTEE FUNDING FOR FIRE EQUIPMENT AND APPARATUS FOR THE LIFE OF
THE BOND, AND CONSTRUCT A NEW JUSTICE CENTER TO HOUSE THE TUKWILA POLICE
DEPARTMENT AND MUNICIPAL COURT. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0, WITH HOUGARDY ABSTAINING.
Committees are as follows
Pro Committee:
• Katrina Dohn
• Jim Haggerton
• Kathleen Wilson
Con Committee:
• Mark Cohen
• Charles Tyson
NEW BUSINESS
b. Discussion on Tukwila Village land sale, Phase 1.
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator, utilized a Powerpoint presentation to provide an
overview on this topic. Council is being asked to authorize approval to enter into an agreement to sell two
parcels of the Tukwila Village land to Tukwila Village Development Associates, LLC (TVDA). The deal
terms carry out the intent outlined in the Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) approved by the
Council on October 12, 2012, with the following key provisions:
Property: The land proposed for sale is Parcel C of Lot Consolidation L13 -021 (Exhibit B) and Parcel A of
Lot Consolidation L16 -031 (Exhibit C). These lots comprise 116,173 square feet, or about 2.67 acres.
This is approximately 43% of the Tukwila Village site (including the library parcel).
Price: The final price will be set based on a financial model called a residual land value analysis (RLV).
The RLV will take into account the project's costs (including pre - development, construction, financing,
and fees), revenues, and a market capitalization rate to calculate how much the project can afford to pay
for the land. That result becomes the price for the land. If the calculated land price is below a minimum,
then the City does not have to sell the land. The minimum price is based on a formula of $10,000 per
housing unit plus an equivalency for commercial space. TVDA estimates the minimum price for the two
parcels being sold at this time will be $2,230,000 and the remaining phases will be $2,220,000, for a total
of $4,450,000. Please note that the $4.45 million relates only to the property being sold to TVDA and
does not include the land sale revenue from other property purchased as part of the Tukwila Village
project (the library parcel, house at 14239 42nd Avenue South, and the former Newporter motel site).
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The City and TVDA will mutually agree on the methodology and assumptions in the RLV. TVDA will
provide the RLV and the City will review it with help from Heartland, a real estate advisory services firm.
Pre - conditions: The P &S (Purchase and Sale Agreement) will include many pre- conditions that must be
met before the money and deed are exchanged and escrow closes. The conditions will include those that
are typical of real estate transactions such as clearing up title issues, providing title insurance, providing
environmental documentation, etc. The conditions will also include some significant ones to protect the
City's goal of making sure that TVDA completes the project as intended. Those are:
• Evidence of Available Funds: TVDA will provide written proof of sufficient financing (equity and
loans) to complete the project, which is approximately $50 million for this phase.
• Construction Contract: TVDA will provide a construction contract so that it is clear the project can
be completed within the amount of available financing.
• CC &Rs: TVDA and the City will mutually agree on Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions
(CC &Rs), which the City will record against all of the Tukwila Village parcels prior to closing on
the first sale. The CC &Rs are a key method to ensure that future property owners are required to
maintain the plaza parcel, provide cross - parcel utility or other easements, and use the property as
intended.
• Lease for Plaza and Commons: TVDA and the City will mutually agree on a lease for the plaza
and commons (plaza, community room, and commercial kitchen). The basic lease terms are
outlined in the DDA. Those terms assume that TVDA and the City cooperate to form a
community organization (non - profit) to operate the plaza and commons. At some point, the
community organization will be the lessee; however, since that organization is not yet formed,
TVDA will lease the space to the City and the City will then assign the lease to the non - profit.
• Term .Sheet for Police Resource Center: TVDA and the City will mutually agree on a list of terms
that will be used at a future time to execute a lease for the Police Resource Center. Though it is
technically possible to agree on the actual lease as a condition for closing, since the Public Safety
Plan may be on the November ballot, it is better to wait on executing a lease until after the results
of that vote are known.
Assignability: TVDA plans to form a different limited liability company or limited partnership for each land
purchase, primarily to facilitate financing. TVDA will be the managing member or managing general
partner, respectively. To accommodate this, the P &S needs to be assignable to an entity that meets City
approval.
There are two significant changes in TVDA's current development plan as compared to their plan over the
past few years.
First, TVDA's phasing plan in 2013 assumed that Building A would be in the first phase while Buildings D
and E would be in the second phase. Now, that is reversed with Buildings D and E in the first phase and
Building A in the second phase (see Exhibit A1.
Second, in 2012 TVDA intended on Building A including 80 apartments for rent to households of any age.
TVDA ran into some challenges when trying to arrange financing for that type of project and now plans to
develop the 80 apartments as senior housing. This type of senior housing would still allow up to 15% of
the units to be rented to households of any age. TVDA has also agreed to develop Building B as the type
of senior housing that would allow up to 20% of units to be rented to households of any age. Between the
two buildings, up to 41 apartments would still be rentable with no age restriction.
If Council authorizes the Mayor to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement (P &S) the next steps are:
(1) City and TVDA complete and sign the P &S (by 8/12/16)
(2) Developer submits application to Washington State Housing Finance Commission for financing
approval (by 8/15/16)
(3) City and Developer complete conditions precedent. This includes City Council approval of the
plaza and commons lease and the term sheet for the Police Resource Center.
(4) Close escrow (estimated for October 2016).
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The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions of Mr. Speck and Bryan Park, the developer of the
project and exchanged comments as follows: Concern regarding a lesser number of units for people of
all ages; The need to perform an analysis to review the numbers; Emphasis on when Phases 2 and 3 of
the project will occur; The importance of having cleanup on the site to facilitate safety and aesthetics in
the area.
In response to Council questions, Mr. Speck clarified that a financial analysis will be undertaken to
validate the numbers. Mr. Park explained that Phase 2 is anticipated to begin the first quarter of 2017
and Phase 3 in the first quarter of 2018. It was emphasized that progress is driven by the market. Mr.
Park is open to discussions and options for cleaning up the area.
This item will be on the agenda for the August 8, 2016 Committee of the Whole meeting and Special
meeting to follow that same night.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Ekberg attended the Southcenter Rotary meeting this past week, and he reported that Waste
Management had a Recycle Corps that involved 15 college students who are visiting local multi- family
complexes to discuss recycling options. He also attended the Cascade View Safe Routes to Schools
event. Also, the State Department conducted a World Affairs Council in Tukwila, where 4 German
nationals were interested in how the City deals with international refugees' resettlement. He also
attended the King County Flood Control District and the See You in the Park Event. The Mayor also met
with the CEO of the Goodwill agency to discuss training opportunities. He also met with Pastor Jan from
the Methodist Church regarding their small housing project. He will meet with staff to assess
opportunities that might be available to them for funding.
b. City Council
Councilmember Robertson went on a Police ride - along this past Saturday evening. He had 3
observations. The first is that while there is a national problem with violence and police, in Tukwila,
violent crime has dropped. Secondly, the officers spend a great deal of time talking and listening to both
victims and perpetrators while waiting for medical services to arrive on scene. While the officers often
receive verbal abuse, they demonstrate patience, sincerity, and concern. Thirdly, at least one of the calls
involved abandoned property. This particular property has been abandoned for 2 -3 years and was dark,
smelly and full of trash. There is a danger involved for both officers and the surrounding residents due to
abandoned homes. He would like to see this issue discussed at the Community Affairs and Parks
Committee to pursue solutions.
Councilmember Seal attended the LEOFF1 (Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters) Board Meeting.
She thanked the Council President and Council Analyst for their work on the recent Mid -Year Retreat.
Ms. Seal reported that the escalator at the Light Rail Station has been broken for about a month.
Additionally, there is a great deal of garbage and graffiti that did not exist in the past. It is great to see
more security, however, the escalator is essential for many people to get around successfully. Ms. Seal
referenced the portion of the City Administrator Report regarding "Be a Part of the Art!" event on August
20, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. and August 21, 2016 from NOON -4:00 p.m. at the plaza outside the
new Tukwila Library site. Participants will be able to create art to be displayed on site by way of a
personalized flag.
Council President Duffie commended the Council and Council Analyst for their good work.
Councilmember Hougardy attended the SKATbd (South King County Area Transportation Board) meeting
where the focus was on 405 tolling from Bellevue to Bothell. The tolling can only be increased to $10,
and it has been highly successful. Phase 2 is to add tolling from Bellevue to Renton. Ms. Hougardy
attended the recent See You in the Park event and the Touch a Truck event on Saturday. She
appreciated the "no honking time" from 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m. for those children and adults who are noise
sensitive. The Teens for Tukwila had an event that came with a visit from the Tukwila Police staff. This is
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a great way to build bridges with kids in the community. She expressed appreciation for the comments
made about her husband this evening.
Councilmember Quinn attended the Cascade View Safe Routes to School event. He has heard from
residents who want to park on right -of -way strips. On July 28, he attended the 2nd Joint Legislative Task
Force on Community Policing. He thanked Chief Villa for being present. Next week he has a meeting at
the Governor's Mansion for further discussion on Community Policing. Mr. Quinn also attended the See
You in the Park and Touch a Truck events. He is pleased to be involved with the Action Tukwila group.
Councilmember Kruller attended the Regional Law, Justice and Safety Commission meeting and will
email out the legislative updates. A focus was on dash and body cam videos and the need for adequate
redaction techniques. She thanked the Council President for the Mid -Year Retreat and offered the
reminder that the Blue Angels are back in the area. She wished her parents a happy 60th anniversary.
Councilmember McLeod attended the AWC Municipal Budgeting and Financial Management Workshop.
He was pleased to receive information regarding Enterprise Funds, types of budgets, 0 -based budgeting
and financial policies.
c. Staff
David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator (CA) Report in the packet and offered to
answer any questions.
d. City Attorney
There was no report.
e. Intergovernmental
There was no report.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - Collective Bargaining — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a) — 60 minutes
Mayor Ekberg announced that the Council will go into Executive Session to discuss Collective Bargaining
— Pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a). It will last no more than 60 minutes, and no decisions will be made
during the Executive Session. No action will be required in the Open Meeting after the Executive Session
has concluded.
9:00 p.m. Mayor Ekberg called a brief recess to allow the audience to exit the Council Chambers.
Executive Session Start: 9:12 p.m.
Attendees: Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Stephanie Brown, Human Resources
Director; Cabot Dow, City Negotiator; Councilmembers Duffie, Robertson, Seal, Hougardy, Quinn, Kruller
and McLeod.
Executive Session End: 10:12 p.m.
10:12 p.m. Mayor Ekberg reconvened the Regular Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
1 . JnNIMTUS CONSENSUS EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING.
AMn "Ekberg; Mayor /I✓'
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk
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