HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-09-26 Committee of the Whole MinutesTukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers September 2G.2O16-7:DOP.m'
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE CJFALLEGIANCE
Council President Duffie called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. and
Counci\nnember Tom McLeod led the audience in the Pledge ofAllegiance.
OFFICIALS
Present were Joe Duffie, Council President; Councilmembers Dennis Robertson, Verna Seal,
Kathy Hougardy,Oo'Seon Quinn, Kate KruUer, Thomas McLeod.
CITY OFFICIALS
Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David C|ine, City Administrator; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Rick StiU,
Parks &Recreation Director; Stephanie Bnown, Human Resources Director; Peggy McCarthy,
Finance Director; Joseph Todd, Technology Services Director; Jack Pace, Community Development
Director- Mike Villa, Police Chief; JoyVVitbwer' Fire Chief; Vicky Cadsen, Deputy Finance Director-
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Rachel Bianchi; Communications and Government
Relations Manager- Gail Labanara, Public Works Analyst; Robert Eaton, Parks & Recreation Manager;
Evie Boykan, Human Services Program Manager; Stacy Hansen, Human Services Coordinator-,
Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Barbara Saxtnn, Acting Deputy City Clerk.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
SPECIAL ISSUES
o. Contract Supplement No. 1 with PACE Engineers for the Andover Park East Water and Sewer
Project.
Councilmember Hougardly indicated this item was discussed at the Utilities Committee meeting on
September 13.201O. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval.
Bob Giberson, Public Works Dineotor, stated this contract supplement (in the amount of$55.OQG.32) will
provide for design and construction support for the contractor (Titan Earthworks) during construction.
The supplement will also extend the contract through 2O17.
Councilmember Hougardly referenced the scope of services in the contract, which includes additional
design to bring existing ADAsidevvo|k ramps up to code.
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b. Contract Supplement No. 5xvith kCPG, Inc., for the So. 144th Street Phase || Project
Councilmember Robertson indicated this item was discussed at the Transportation Committee meeting
on September 19.2O16. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval. He
explained the City only received two bids when the project vvosadvertiaadinJuno2O16.bothofwhioh
were over budget. Approximately $49,000 of this contract supplement is for a redesign to incorporate
cost-saving measures before the City initiates a second bid advertisement.
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Mr. Giberson stated the City is negotiating a reimbursement agreement with Seattle City Light to replace
existing underground facilities with new facilities aspart of this project.
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c.A resolution adopting a Charter oy the public safety bond Financial Oversight Committee.
Councilmember Seal indicated this item was discussed at the Finance & Safety Committee meeting on
September 20.2O1G. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval.
Councilmember Seal referenced two proposed changes to the Charter discussed by the Finance & Safety
Committee:
1. On page 35 of the agenda packet, language in the Charter regarding the committee structure was
changed asfollows:
The Committee shall include 5 members comprising 2 residents, 2 members from the business
community, and 1at-large member
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Ms. Seal noted that should the public safety bond measure pass in November, the language in the public
safety bond ordinance relating to the committee structure will need to be amended to match the revised
language (above)in the Charter.
2 On page 32 of the agenda packet, language in the resolution was changed at the recommendation of
the City Attorney's Office as follows:
The City Council ie dedicated to accountability and transparency inthe expenditure of bond proceeds
and adopts a Charter for the Public Safety Bond Financial Oversight Committee (attached an
Attachment A) to be effective should the Public Safety Bond ballot
measure be approved by voters ot the November 8.2O1G General Election.
Councilmember Quinn referenced paragraphs 3 and 4 of the Charter (page 34 of the agenda packet) and
felt they included strong, direct language that captures the Council's intent for substantive review by the
Financial Oversight Committee.
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d. Budget Review: Parks Q, Recreation Department's 3O17-2O22 Capital Improvement Program
(CTP)bud0mt
Councilmember Quinn indicated this item was discussed at the Community Affairs and Parks Committee
meeting on September 12.201O. The committee members recommended moving these items forward to
the full Council for review.
Rick Still, Parks & Recreation Director, explained that a number of projects have been moved tothe
Public Works Department's QP for clarity, and several projects have been removed from this C|Pcycle.
The Parks& Recreation Departmont'sC|P uses REET 1 money, King County funds, grants and other
mitigation funds (no money from the General Fund), which can be spent on the parks capital projects.
There are four new additions to the 2017-2022 CIP, which have been brought forward through the
Strategic Plan process, PROS Plan (Parka. Recreation and Open Space) and from conversations with
community members at the "See You in the Park" events. Those four items are:
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1 Park Acquisition, for increased access to play spaces and to preserve green spaces for future
generations.
2. Park Improvements, to replace and improve amenities such as play equipment, shelters, security
cameras and other general improvements beyond regular maintenance.
3. Municipal Arts Fund to implement policy per Tukwila Municipal Code Section 2.30.050, as adopted
by the City Council.
4. Dog Park Projects: Members of the community have expressed an interest in a dog park or off-leash
dog area. The cost will be determined based on the proposed concept such as fencing, surfacing,
and/or added apparatus equipment, drinking fountains and trash receptacles.
Other projects that have been part of the C|Pin prior years include.
1. Lake tu Sound Trail: King County is using their King County levy money for design, construction
management and construction of this project, vviththeCitypayingtheoostofpermitfaas.
2. Multipurpose Trails: Improvements to the City's 11 miles of trails to keep them safe and well-
maintained. Many of the City's trails are used extensively for commuting and weekend use.
3. Fort Dent Park: The City has a concessionaire agreement with Starfire to operate the complex, while
the City is responsible for maintenance of the picnic area, parking |ot, trail and pond, and all major park
repairs and infrastructure.
4. J0umasnn/sh Hill Preserve: The City has now received enough money to finish Phase 2(2b)ofthe
project, which is used for education and other purposes.
Council made comments and asked clarifying questions of staff regarding specific items noted in the
budget pages.
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e. Budget review:
Councilmember Seal indicated the four department budgets to be reviewed were among those discussed
at the Finance & Safety Committee meeting on September 2O.3O1G. The committee members
recommended moving these items forward to the full Council for review.
Vicky Car|snn' Deputy Finance Dinoutor, and the applicable department directors provided information on
the proposed departmental budgets.
(1) Human Resources.
Stephanie Bruvvn, Human Resources Oineotor, noted the proposed 2017-2018 budget includes
adjustments related tu salaries and benefits (increases to PERS naUn*ment' workers' onmp, and
health care costs), supplies for employee badges, and consulting work to develop safety compliance
plans.
The Council asked clarifying questions of staff regarding specific items noted in the budget pages.
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(2) Finance Department.
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Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director, explained the Finance Department is responsible for data
processing, treasury cash control, utility billing and collection, payroll, accounts payable and
receivable, business licensing, risk management, and preparation of the City's biennial budget and
CAFR (Comprehensive Annual Financial Report). The proposed 3.7% decrease in 2017 and 3.6%
increase in 2018 combine to represent no change on a biennial basis over the 2016 budget. Work
plan projects such as reviewing and reworking the Indirect Cost Allocation and the Financial Planning
Model (known as "Attachment A ") were identified in the department's Strategic Plan and operational
overview that was undertaken in 2015.
In response to a comment from Councilmember Quinn regarding the City's bond practices,
Ms. McCarthy noted that during the bond process in 2015 the City received an upgrade in the credit
rating by two levels.
The Council asked clarifying questions of staff regarding specific items noted in the budget pages.
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(3) Firemen's Pension Fund.
Vicky Carlsen, Deputy Finance Director, explained the Firemen's Pension Fund is for firefighters who
qualified for a City pension plan prior to 1971 (when LEOFF went into effect). There are currently
10 former firefighters in this plan. In accordance with State law, a calculation is done each year to
determine the difference in the amount of benefits under the City's prior pension system versus the
benefits received from the LEOFF 1 system (provided by the Washington State Department of
Retirement Systems). At this time the City still receives the fire insurance premium tax, an issue that
was discussed in the State Legislature earlier this year. Ms. Carlsen reported the ending fund
balance is healthy, which is expected to be maintained through 2018. She noted the City is seeking a
legal opinion on what happens to any funds left after there are no longer any personnel left in the plan
(as to whether the remaining funds go back to the City or to the State).
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(4) Mayor's Office.
Councilmember Seal explained there are several sub - departments that fall under the Mayor's Office.
In response to questions posed at the September 20, 2016 Finance and Safety Committee meeting,
information is included on (1) the history of the budget for Human Services from 1997 to 2016, which
is on page 137 of the agenda packet, and (2) information related to the position of "Community
Engagement Manager" (pages 139 -141).
The various divisions that make up the Mayor's Office are:
Administration
City Attorney's Office
City Clerk's Office
Communications
Economic Development
Human Services
The Mayor's Office budget also includes numerous commissions, boards and committees.
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David Cline, City Administrator, stated a goal is to maintain a high level of service to the community,
with the ability to reprioritize as directed. One key direction received from the City's Strategic Plan was
to be engaged fully in the community, which resulted in the creation of the Community Connectors
program. He noted that the funds for that program have been shifted to the Communications Division,
as well as the position of Community Engagement Manager.
He also explained that funding for Human Services, including grants, has changed over time. In the
proposed budget, $100,000 for the REACH after - school program has been reallocated from Human
Services to Parks & Recreation, which is reflected as a reduction of 10.6% for the Human Services
budget in 2017.
Councilmember Robertson referenced the graph on page 137 of the agenda packet, which shows the
Human Services budget has flat -lined over the past 6 to 7 years. There has been no increase for cost -
of- living, while Human Services continues to try to balance needs across the City. Once a budget
document is available with more finalized figures, he would like to explore the possibility of adding
funds to the Human Services budget (as it relates to the amount available for the City to distribute in
grant funding).
Evie Boykan, Human Services Program Manager, and Stacy Hansen, Human Services Coordinator,
came forward to answer additional questions from Council.
Councilmember Quinn referenced the allocation increase made in 2008 (page 137 of the agenda
packet). He asked if the need and number of requests for services have increased since 2008 and
how that is tracked. Ms. Boykan stated that demographics from the Tukwila School District alone,
including the level of poverty, free and reduced lunch numbers and percentage of homelessness,
reflect the increased need. Demographics from DSHS (Department of Social and Health Services)
are used, as well as statistics from the food pantries and trends tracked by the City's providers.
Over the years, the City has asked the providers to continue giving the same level of service without
receiving a cost -of- living adjustment. She noted that most of the City's providers deliver far beyond
the performance objectives set out in their contracts with the City.
Mr. Quinn indicated requests related to home improvements, assistance through senior programs and
for help from food banks have all increased. He would be interested in seeing measures the City has
tracked since 2008.
Ms. Boykan also noted that many of the properties around the Light Rail Station in Tukwila have been
purchased by other private corporations and the rents have been raised significantly. Housing
affordability is a big issue. The typical benchmark has been that if you are paying more than 30% of a
household's income, that housing is considered unaffordable. Many residents in Tukwila are paying
50% to 80% of their income towards housing costs.
Councilmember Quinn referenced the Housing Justice Project from the King County Bar Association,
which provides assistance for people facing wrongful evictions. Ms. Boykan noted the foundation has
been recommended to receive funds in the 2017 -2018 Human Services budget.
Ms. Hansen stated their office tracks service requests on a monthly basis. There was a significant
increase in the number of requests in 2008, and they have seen that for many members of our
community there has not been any economic recovery since that time. The need for assistance for the
most vulnerable in the community has remained at the same level.
Councilmember Seal noted that rental assistance and utility assistance are also frequently requested.
She commended the members of the Human Services Advisory Board for their commitment to the
process of allocating Human Services funds.
Ms. Boykan stated they are working regionally and sub - regionally to improve opportunities. These are
large, systemic issues such as housing affordability, economic development, and opportunities for
people to enter a career path to obtain a livable wage job. She also noted that the Tukwila community
is wonderful about pitching in and volunteering.
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In response to a comment from Councilmember Kruller related to the design of a preventative strategy,
Ms. Bnykan referenced the Human Services Strategic Plan designed in 2005. She noted that a
recent review showed the plan's goals and strategies took a holistic approach and are still relevant
today. They included collaboration and leveraging of partnerships, both internally within the City and
across the City.
Counci|member McLeod asked whether the Council has previously considered committing a
percentage of the City's income as a guideline for allocating funds to the Human Services budget.
Ms. Boykan stated that following a needs assessment in 1990, there was a discussion about
dedicating a percentage of the General Fund; however, the proposal did not pass.
Councilmember Robertson noted that Parks & Recreation also covers many human services needs in
the City, including after-school programs. H* feels bks important bz recognize that Tukvv|a,seconomy
is greatly impacted by retail sales tax, which goes up and down with the economy more than other
Councilmember Quinn commented that Tukwila's economic portfolio is diversified, which allowed
Tukwila to weather the economic downturn better than some cities who rely completely on property
Councilmember Seal stated she would be interested in having a discussion regarding the dedicated
Councilmember Kruller stated she would also be interested in a discussion on a dedicated percentage,
and would like to see a "basement" stopgap point included to prevent the percentage from dropping
too low.
|n response toa comment from Coumci|member Quinn about creating greater partnerships related to
grants, Ms. Boykan stated that Tukwila has allocated $10,000 to a pilot project to help fund smaller,
grassroots organizations that often face cultural and language barriers to applying for funding. Tukwila
is in a partnership with Kent and Federal Way for a total budget of $50,000. The Seattle Foundation is
interested in the project and has committed hua match of the $50.000. The partnership will work
together tu review applications inan unbiased way.
Council President Duffie advised he would take the suggestion relating to dedicating a percentage of
the City's income to the Human Services budget under consideration for future discussion by the
At the request of Council President Duffie, Mr. Cline introduced Mayor's Office staff present at the
meeting including Ms. 8oykmn and Ms. Hansen; Derek Speok, Economic Development Administrator;
and Rachel Bianchi; Communications and Government Relations Manager. He also noted that Christy
O'F|ahedy, City Clerk; Cheryl Thompson, Executive Assistant in the Mayor's Office; and Brandon
Miles, Economic Development Liaison, were not present.
Counoi|memberKruUer stated she would like to see outcomes or impacts tracked in conjunction vvhh
the new Community Engagement Manager position, as well as the work of the Community Connectors
program. She referenced SMART goals, which are described as:
Specific
Measurable
Achievable
Relevant
Time Bound
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She suggested o number ofpotential topics that could be associated with community engagement:
-NavigsdngtheCit/spennhprocess
-Emargenoypneparednass
-TheTukvv|aKAunicipa|CodeondCodoEnforcementprngram
- Reasonable housing conditions and landlord/tenant rights
-VVaystoseehasaiobanoawithhousingandud|ityoouto
- Matching people with jobs
' Building relationships with Police and Fire
8:28 p.m. Coumci|mumberHouQardy exited the Council Chambers.
8:31 p.m. Counci|memberHougondy returned ho the Council Chambers.
8:33 p.m. Counoi|membn/ Quinn exited the Council Chambers.
834 p.m. Counci|member Quinn returned b) the Council Chambers.
Councilmember Kruller referenced current salaries and benefits of staff in the Mayor's Office, noting
the number of employees out of those 16 staff members with salaries over $100,000. She asked for
information on how the current number of staff and salaries compare to 5 years ago.
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a' Technology Services budget:
Councilmember Seal introduced the discussion on the 2017-2018 budget for Technology Services.
(1) Technology Services 2Di7-2O18 budget, and
(2) Request for additional budget authority in 3018 to implement the Technology Services
Department strategy and vision.
Joseph Todd, Technology Services Director, stated they are proposing budget increases of $362,980
in 2017 and $329,980 for 2018 (over the 2016 budget) as detailed on page 147 of the agenda packet.
These technology investments are aligned with recommendations from the Moss Adams report and
assessment and from the departmental Strategic Plan, including:
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Transition of on-premises services to the cloud to ensure redundancy and scalability of
infrastructure.
• Equipment for network redundancy.
• Transition of help desk support toan outside company to allow staff time ho focus onkey
software roll-outs in Community Deve|npmant(DCD). Parks& Raoreadon, Po|ine, Fire and
Public Works.
• Integration of the City's GIS warehouse to support several new systems including the Spillman
records management system for Police, an on-line reservations and management system for
Parks & Recreation, and on-line permitting for DCD.
Page 147 of the agenda packet details changes relating to salaries and benefits. These include a
new Business Analyst position (funding tocome from the vacant Deputy Public Works Director
position), increasing a half-time IT specialist for the Police Department to a full-time position, and
transition of the GIS specialist from the Public Works Department to Technology Services.
Coumj|membar Quinn noted the change in focus to high-level technology work and how that impacts
the responsibilities uf staff in that department. Mr. Todd referenced a recent assessment of the City's
cell phone plan conducted by Eric Compton in Technology Services, which resulted in cost reductions
for the City. That analysis process also a||ovvod the City to identify ways to support the school district
through IT services, such as providing Wi-Fi access for their after-school program services. Through
the connection developed by the City with Verizon, the school district has a way to purchase devices
that will extend students' ability to accemeVVi-Fi in their honnma, with the City providing IT support.
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Councilmember Quinn asked about the progress related to redundancy and equipment needs to
avoid disruptions in service. Mr. Todd explained that storage costs are being shifted to cloud -based
applications, which pushes the redundancy costs, back -ups and patching to the vendor while the City
pays for consumption (through Microsoft Azure and Amazon cloud services). He referenced a piece
of infrastructure used by the City that controls every piece of the network that comes into the City for
Fire and Police personnel. Two months ago that piece —a chassis — failed, which affected the City's
phone system, internet access, and access to vital Fire and Police information. A redundant chassis
is needed for failover for that particular system.
Discussion by Councilmembers included:
• Interest is seeing a list of what the City is receiving for these on -going costs ($300,000 per year)
to sustain the system on an annual basis, and not just discussing this expense during budget
time.
• Information technology takes a combination of equipment and people and is becoming more
complex and more expensive, particularly as it relates to risk reduction.
• Recognition that there is a degree of sticker shock at the costs, while also understanding there is
a need to catch up and recognize this is the "new normal."
• Services such as on -line booking of Parks & Recreation programs are something the public is
asking for.
Councilmember Kruller suggested the Council receive a quarterly report on specific tangibles related to
the Technology Services budget. She would like to see information on how the changes translate into a
benefit to the community, cost savings and increased productivity.
She also asked about the out - sourcing of commodity work, as the 2014 Moss Adams report
recommended out - sourcing the high -level items, and this proposal seems to be the inverse of that in
some cases (pages 155 -161 of the agenda packet). She would like to know the value (cost benefit) for
the shift from some of the recommendations in that report, such as a quantification of the decision to out -
source the help desk function.
Mr. Todd stated that during a recent discussion with a representative of Moss Adams they were
supportive of the proposed direction.
Several Councilmembers commented on the amount of staff time that would be required to detail the cost
implications associated with items listed in the Moss Adams report.
Councilmember Kruller requested confirmation that the report requested on specific tangibles in the
Technology Services budget be provided on a quarterly basis.
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REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Ekberg reported that Ron Corrigan was recognized by the Delta Masonic Lodge as outstanding
police officer of the year for his investigative work in the Detectives unit. He attended the ribbon - cutting
ceremony on Interurban Avenue on September 23, 2016. Mr. Ekberg noted that staff has been working
with developers and property owners to bring affordable housing to the City. He reported that today a
developer announced they are working with a property owner at 148th and Interurban Avenue to develop
housing that will fall within the 60 percentile. The developer is Bellwether Housing, and this will be the
company's first endeavor outside of the Seattle city limits.
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b. City Council
Council President Ouffie attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Interurban Avenue on September 23,
2016.
Councilmember Hougardy attended the SCATBd meeting on September 20, 2016, where they are
working ona legislative agenda. On September 21.2O18. she attended the King County Regional Transit
Committee meeting. She stated METRO staff plans to meet with City staff to discuss how the plan affects
Tukwila. Jaimie Reavis, Senior Planner, has been a key staff person at the City on this project. METRO
will also be asked to provide a briefing to the City Council on the effect of transit on the City before the
plan isadopted. That same day she attended ameet-ond'gneet with legislators at the Seattle Chamber nf
Commerce. Seattle Southsida for Economic Development will be hosting a table for the Seattle
Metropolitan Chambers annual meeting this coming Friday. This ie another facet of our economic
development efforts to bring businesses into our City. Ms. Hnugandy attended the ribbon-cutting
ceremony on Interurban Avenue on September 23, 2016, and the Sound Transit Angle Lake ribbon-
cutting on September 24, 2016. She noted this iathe first station opening under ST2 funds (with 8T2
projects on-going through 2U25).
Councilmember Kruller thanked the Police Department for apprehending a suspect in the shooting on
144th and 34th. She attended the Sound Cities Association PIC (Public Issues Committee meeting) on
September 14.2818 A preliminary draft of minutes from that meeting will be distributed; consensus may
be needed from Council on some items. &4s. Kru||erathanded the ribbon-cutting at the Angle Lake Light
Rail Station on September 24, 2016, and noted that it is hoped this will take some of the parking load off
ofTuhwi|a'ostation. She also attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Interurban Avenue on September
23. 2016. and the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber ofCommerce reception for elected officials on
September 21, 2018. W1a. Kru||er stated that she will be facilitating the Council Chat this weekend at Billy
Baroo's.
Councilmember Kruller asked that Council be provided with an update on the issue of parking near the
Mosque overflowing into neighboring properties, which a resident brought to the attention of Council
earlier this month.
Councilmember McLeod participated in a tour of the international terminal at the Port of Seattle on
September 21. which included information on growth plans at the airport. |t was reported that 42million
passengers went through the airport in301G. That number io expected to grow ho5O million in2O24and
over G0 million in2O32 A five-year expansion ia planned for the south and north terminals. He would like
to find ways to capitalize on all those people who are potentially coming through Tukwila. He also
provided a reminder of the SuoktoberFost5Kon Saturday, October 1.
In regard to the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Interurban Avenue Council President Duffie stated that
former Councilmember Mae Harris would be very proud of this project as this was one road she was
particularly interested in seeing improved.
c. Staff
David Cline, City Administrator, reported on a recent gathering at Fire Station 51 with the City's
Community Connectors. When the group had been asked about City functions they would like to know
more about, they wanted to learn about emergency preparedness. Mr. Cline thanked Fire Chief VVitbwer
and Rachel Bianchi for their participation, and he commended Raejean Kreel, Emergency Management
Specialist, for her knowledge and connection with the community. He noted that members of the Islamic
Center are also interested in having this information brought to their full membership.
d. City Attorney
The City Attorney's presence is not required at Committee of the Whole meetings
e. Intergovernmental
There was noreport.
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9:48 p.m. COUNCIL PRESIDENT DUFFIE DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
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Barbara Saxton, Act" g Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT: 10/12/16
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