HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-04-17 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Reguiar Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers April 17, 2017 — 7:00 P.m.
REGULAR MEETING
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 nfAllegiance.
ROLL CALL
Christy {}'F|aherty. City Clerk, called the roll of the Council, Present were Counoi|mambens Joe Ouffie.
Verna Seal, Dennis Robertson, KathyHougardy. Oe'8eanOuinn. Kate KruUer, Thomas McLeod.
CITY OFFICIALS
Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Mike Villa, Police Chief; Bob Giberaon, Public
VVorksDirochor� Rick Still, Parks and Recreation Director; Jack Paoe, Community Development Director;
Jay VWttwer. Fire Chief: Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Brandon K8i|ne, Business
Relations Manager; Laurel Humphney, Council Analyst; Christy 0'F|oherty, City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Southcanter Tourism Branding Update:
a. Tukwila Brand Fieldwork Report. Bill Baker, Total Destination Marketing
b. Tukwila Residents' Image of the City. Matthew Stone, PhD, Global Postmark
o. Puget Sound Residents' Brand Perceptions ofTuhwi|a'Southoenter. Matthew/ Stone, PhD' Global
Postmark
Brandon K8i|es, Business Relations W1aneger, provided o summary of this topic, and Mr. Baker and Mr.
Stone utilized a Powerpoint presentation to outline the City Image Research and Brand Strategy.
In December of 2016, the City Council authorized the Mayor to sign an agreement with Total Destination
Marketing to assist the City in developing a compelling brand for the Southcenterorea of the City,
targeted to people within 50 miles of the City who would visit for the day ("day visitors^) The overall goal
of the project is to bring more visitors to the City and drive more revenue to area businesses. This project
is primarily funded with proceeds from the City's lodging tax, which under State law, can only be used for
tourism promotion
Additionally, the branding process will be beneficial in how the City positions itself to attract overnight
guests, On January 9, 2017. Bill Baker provided an initial presentation to the City Counci|, outlining the
process and steps in the brand development process. As part of the brand development process, City
staff has formed a Brand Advisory Committee (BAC) to assist in the brand development. The BAC
includes businesses and residents and serves as a sounding board for Bill Baker and his team and City
staff. The BAC will be making a final recommendation to the City Council in August/September on a
brand for the Southuenter area of the City. The City Council will make the final determination onthe
adopted brand for the area.
As part ofthe brand development, the City has completed the following work.
Tukwila Brand Fieldwork Report (Tab I in the DaV Marketing binder).
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This report is a detailed audit of the visitor experience in Tukwila, both during the day and at night. The
report presents a comprehensive analysis of the City's strengths and improvement areas as a destination,
with highlights as follows:
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Destination Strengths:
• Getting There: Rated ExceUent - acoens. multi transport options, free parking, less stressful
• Attractions & Activities: Rated Excellent — Shopping District, Museum of Flight, Family fun
• Family Entertainment: Rated Excellent — iFLY, Family Fun Center, Round 1, etc — emerging
competitive edge
• Racial and Ethnic Diversity: High recognition / support from |oco|m. few visitor experiences,
limited cultural expression — conduct e cultural audit ofcommunity
Areas for Improvement:
• P|oomrnakinQ: Street vibrancy, banners, flower baskets, public art
• Community-based Market: Nnfanner'e. community or craft market
• Public Events Venues: Need for public gathering places for events of all sizes inShopping
District
• Tukwila Pond: Many interviewed support development of Pond as green space and gathering
place
• Pedestrian Street Dedicated to outdoor dining, bare, entertainment, playgrounds, and open
space for small evente, opportunity for independent ethnic restaurants
Puget Sound Residents' Brand Perceptions of Tukwila & Southcenter (Tab 2 in the DaV Marketing
The Puget Sound Residents' Brand Perceptions of Tukwila and Southcenter survey was conducted in
March 2017. Just over 1,400 responses were received from people living in Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia
and elsewhere in the Puget Sound region. The online survey asked questions about Tukwila and
Southcenter, with highlights as follows:
Gnnmns|:
w Puget Sound residents
° 18+ years old
0 1,484 responses
Outcomes:
* 3396 have a positive expectation of visiting Tukwila
° 50% have neutral expectation
* 1396 have negative expectation
Observations:
• As a place to |ive. Tukwila is most recommended for racial & ethnic minorities
• Tukwila was not recommended for most populations osa place tolive
• Large number of^neutxo|^ responses to this question
Tukwila hs highly recommended as:
• A place hognshopping
• A place to go out to eat
Tukwila ha not recommended as:
• A place for families with children to visit
• A place to meet people & make friends
• A place toenjoy nightlife, clubs & bars
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Tukwila Residents' Image of Their City (Tab 3 in the Day Marketing binder)_
In March 2017, a telephone survey (both landlines and cell phones) was conducted of 173 Tukwila
residents.
General:
0 Tukwila residents
w 18+ years old
0 173 responses
Outcomes:
• Positive impressions of Tukwila outweighed negative impressions
• Still a large amount of people who are "neutral"
Quality mfLife:
Overall quality of police protection
7496positive
Overall quality of parks, gnaonways. &bai|a
66 96
positive
Overall business & directional oignago
8396positive
Availability of parking
61 96
positive
OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFE |NTUKVV|LA
57%
positive
Overall condition ofstreets
5496positive
Overall quality of park programs
5796positive
Overall quality of public schools
5296positive
Overall appearance &aesthetics
51 96positive
Overall quality of community events &festivals
47%positive
Availability of affordable housing
3996positive
Observations:
° 57Y6thinkTukwi|ahasimpnovedasnp|aceto|iveinpoet5yeam�(2296diaagroe)
* Residents feel mixed about safety
w 55Y6 feel safe while shopping inTukwi|a/Southnenterotnight
0 39% feel safe walking in their neighborhoods atnight
The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions and exchanged comments regarding the presentation as
follows:
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Recognition that Tukwila's trails, parks, and community festivals are strong attributes that can be
capitalized on toa greater degree;
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The importance of improving the perception of Tukwila and Southcenter in general;
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^ A desire to create greater awareness about ethnic restaurants in the area;
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Acknowledgement of the intergenoratinna| dimension tn the community;
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The significance of drawing attention to the large pockets of ethnic groups and churches in
Tukwila;
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Concern that there is nothing new in the report and, while it is a good tool, the City may have
missed moments over the years todomore;
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The importance of remembering that the LTAC (Lodging Tax Advisory Committee) must be on
board with the use of essential funds, and completion of this study provided data needed for
decision making.
In response to a question by Councj|member KruUor, Mr. Miles provided the names of the Brand Advisory
Committee members asfollows: Todd Pietzsoh, BECU; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Brandon
K8i|es, Business Relations Manager; Derek Speok, Economic Development Administrator; Owen
Leinbaoh, LTAC Member from Courtyard by Marriott; Ashley Messmer; LTAC Member from Museum of
Flight; Dan Lee, LTAC Member from Odin Brewery; A|eshaS&amwaU. Rouse Properties; K8ikn|Honsen.
Sabey; Stacy Slade, Seattle Sounders FC; Andrea Reay, Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce-,
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Ben Oliver, Sbadire Sports Complex; Vanessa Zapud[ Tukwila resident and Tukwila Metropolitan Pool
District Board President; Omar Lee, Washington Place; and David Krueger, Wig Properties.
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The Brand Advisory Committee will be meeting on Tuesday, April 18, 2017 to review the information
outlined above and to review some initial brand concepts. Bill Baker io scheduled ho brief the City Council
again in June/July. It is anticipated that the City Council will review some initial brand concepts atthat
time. AdditionaUy. Bill Baker is also scheduled to return in August/ September with final
recommendations ho the City Council.
The Councilmembers and Mayor expressed appreciation for the informative report.
a. Apnoc|amnation recognizing "Earth Day."
Mayor Ekberg read a proclamation proclaiming April 22, 2017 as Earth Day in the City of Tukwila,
encouraging citizens and governments alike to work toward building a healthier and cleaner environment.
b. A proclamation recognizing "National Vo|untnmrVVeeh."
Mayor Ekberg read a proclar-nation proclaiming April 23-29, 2017 as National Volunteer Week in the City
of Tukwila, recognizing that those who serve can come together and make a difference and volunteers
are vital to "The City of Opportunity and the Community of Choice."
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
o. Approval of Minutes: 3/20/17 (Regular); 4/3/17 (Regular)
b Approval of Vouchers #374551-374GG5;#17O402in the amount of$1.7SO.310.73.
c Anordinonooam*ndingOrdinanoeNo.25O9G5toupdatethemembershipatruutureofthePub|io
Safety Bond Financial Oversight Committee.
[Reviewed and forwarded bo Consent by the Finance Committee on4/4/ 7] ORDINANCE NO. 2535
d. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Dtak. Inc., to design the Riverton Creek F|apgato Removal
project, in the amount of$1O5.383.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 4111117.]
MOVED BYDUFF|E. SECONDED BYHOUGARDY THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA 8EAPPROVED
AS SUBMITTED.*
Council President Robertson was unable to review the vouchers this past weekend and will be doing so
first thing in the morning. If there are any issues of concern, they will be addressed with City staff.
*MOTION CARRIED 7-D'TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA ASSUBMITTED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Authorize the Mayor to sign o contract with Weinstein A*U for architectural and engineering
design services for three fire stations as part of the Public Safety P|an, in the amount of
$2.089.717.00.
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BYKRULLEF{TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN ACONTRACT
VV|THVVE|NSTE|N A+U FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR
THREE FIRE STATIONS AS PART gFTHE PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN. IN THE AMOUNT OF
S2'089.717.00. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
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Mayor Ekberg attended the Duwamish Rotary Club meeting on April 13, 2017 at Friendz Cafe in Tukwila.
He expressed appreciation to the Rotary Club for their fundraising efforts through the recent Bowl-a-thon
to support t�loTukwila Pantry food bank. The Mayor made a donation to the club while attending their
meeting. The Mayor reported that the City of Tukwila will be hosting two fellows from the International
City Managers Association (|CMA). The fellows are supported by the State Department and are from
Thailand and Laos. They are focusing on government operations and will be involved in various activities
with City staff and involved in community events. Additionally, the Mayor attended the "History After
Hours" event sponsored by the Tukwila Historical Society ot the Odin Brewery. On April 14.2O17.the
Mayor visited the Valley Com011 call center, spending time with dispatchers. Ho emphasized that when
a msU comes in. the 911 operators dispatch responders quickly even though questions are still being
asked of the caller.
b. City Council
Councilmember Duffie attended the YMCA Diabetes Prevention Symposium on April 11, 2017 and found
it very informative regarding this serious medical condition.
Councilmember Seal attended the "History After Hours" event sponsored by the Tukwila Historical
Society. Part of the program involved Pulitzer prize nominee Tom Reese displaying photographs from his
book, "Once and Future River Reclaiming the Ouvvomish.^ Ms. Seal expressed that while we have come
very far regarding work on the Ouwemish, there is still much more bodo. She thanked Historical Society
members Richard Wieser and Louise Jones Brown for their good work in the City.
Councilmember Quinn also attended the Historical Society event and found the presentation and
soundtrack regarding the Duwmmioh River tobn amazing. On April 12.2U17.he attended the Community
Meeting at the Foster Library, based on residents wanting to share observations regarding drug activity in
their neighborhoods. He thanked the Police Department for their professionalism during the meeting,
which helps citizens better understand the issues.
Councilmember Kruller expressed enthusiasm regarding the April 10, 2017 Community Development and
Neighborhoods Committee meeting where students from Foster High School presented ideas about a
project tn include cultural flags on Tukwila International Boulevard. She also attended a "Civic Cocktail"
event (Urban Influence, Amazon & ACA's <Affordable Care Act's> Future) sponsored by the City of
Seattle. The Mayors of New York and Seattle were in attendance, as were the Washington State
Insurance Commissioner, Amazon's head of global real estate, and the Vice President of Premera Blue
Cross. The Civic Cocktail sessions are filmed by Channel 9 and are also available for viewing online at
( ).
Councilmember McLeod conveyed a happy Passover and Easter and reported that he attended the
Church by the Side of the Road Passover dinner atthe invitation ofCounoi|member K/uUer. He
commended the church for their continual community involvement and stretching themselves to reach out
to everyone. He offered the reminder that April 18, 2017 is the deadline for submitting income tax
information. Additionally, he reported that at the recent Public Safety Committee meeting, there was a
discussion on development agreements and siting of fire stations in relation to the Public Sa#ah/ Plan.
While it was just disousaion, it will result in a beneficial deliverable by way of one-page summary of
the Tukwila South Development Agreement involving Fire Station 51. |tis important tobe aware that the
City is already bound by prior agreements and to keep that information in the forefront as the City moves
forward.
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c. Staff
David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator (CA) Report and 2O17-2O18 Work Plan
and 1 st Quarter Accomplishments in the packet and offered to answer any questions.
Councilmember Seal relayed that the 2017-2018 Work Plan also went to the Finance Committee, and she
appreciates this information in providing a level of detail the Council can share with citizens as questions
or concerns arise about various issues.
Councilmember Kruller inquired about the date of the library opening and when citizens can sign up for
the SHAG (Senior Housing Assistance Group) Housing as part of the Tukwila Village development.
Mayor Ekberg responded that applications are available on the SHAG website.
Mr. Cline said the 1O.O0O-square-/oot Tukwila Library will open on April 2A.2O17at9:3Ou.m. That isthe
same day ns the annual bk Fun Run.
d. City Attorney
The City Attorney was not present.
a. Council Analyst
There was noreport
MISCELLANEOUS
Counci|memberOuffie inquired why the Easter Egg Hunt that had been held cd the Community Center is
no longer occurring.
Rick SbU. Parks and Recreation Director, explained that the cost ofthe 1 minute event was very high. In
2O1O.aastaff assessed potential cost savings, it was approved bythe Council to eliminate that event.
Cnunoi|membor Robertson provided information regarding the possibility of the City becoming involved in
the Salmon Safe Certification effort, particularly in light of new construction that will be occurring due to
the Public Safety Plan. Salmon Safe is an independent non-profit agency based in Portland, Oregon,
with a mission to transform land management practices so Pacific salmon can thrive in the watersheds.
The certification involves linking site development and land management practices that protect water
quality and restore habitat. The City ofBellevue is currently looking at certifying 5 new projects. Mr.
Robertson has spoken with staff from Salmon Safe who provided o tentative dollar amount of$18.8OOfor
1 fine station. Grants are also available. They would require an email summarizing the City's intont, and
they would provide a tentative scope of work, with attentiveness 0z efficiencies of scale. &4r. Robertson
emphasized this is an important environmental abap. as the City moves forward into new construction of
City facilities.
Council consensus existed for Council President Robertson to provide written information to the
Council on the Salmon Safe Certification PnmQnmrn.
Council President Robertson said that Code Enforcement staff spend a great deal of time on projects in
the City that often involve those who take advantage of the system. They are considering changes to
their internal processes for greater efficiency. He has met with the City Prosecutor and Deputy
Community Development Director to gain a greater understanding of the issues. Ha inquired about the
City Council taking on in-depth look at the process changes.
The Councilmembers exchanged comments regarding this topic, and Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst,
explained that an update from Code Enforcement is tentatively scheduled for the May 1, 2017 Public
Safety Committee meeting, which provides an opportunity for discussion.
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ADJOURNMENT
8:53 p.m. UNANIMOUS CONSENSUS EX
Allan Ekb&ig,,M-ayo
Cl��isty O'F1'aherty, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 5Md7
AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 5/2/17
D TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING.
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