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Home My WebLink AboutTIC 2017-05-23 Item 2G - Discussion - Universal Garbage CollectionCity of Tukwila Allan Ekberg, Mayor INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM TO: Transportation & Infrastructure Committee FROM: Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst CC: Mayor Ekberg DATE: May 19, 2017 SUBJECT: Universal Garbage Collection ISSUE At the March 20, 2017 Regular Meeting, Council President Robertson requested and received Council consensus to add a discussion on universal garbage collection to an upcoming Council Committee agenda. DISCUSSION The City of Tukwila currently contracts with Waste Management for solid waste, recyclables and compostables collection services through 2019. The original contract included a provision that would have given residential customers a discount if the city were to implement a compulsory /universal collection law, but this provision expired in 2015. While the majority of single family residences in Tukwila subscribe to collection services, around 25% of residents do not. Most of these households self -haul to the Bow Lake Transfer Station. There is an even smaller minority of residents that allow garbage and waste to accumulate on their property, and this can make a big impact to a neighborhood's appearance and safety. The City's Code Enforcement division has for many years advocated for residential universal garbage service as a means to reduce nuisance code violations related to trash, debris, and pest violations. The City Council last addressed the issue of universal garbage collection in 2012, 2013, and 2014. A public hearing was held on April 23, 2012 where twelve of thirteen responding residents expressed opposition. The Utilities Committee discussed it again on November 18, 2013 and directed staff to return in 2014 with information on public engagement options. The Utilities Committee addressed it next on March 17, 2014 and received comments in opposition from two households. At that meeting the Committee declined to pursue it further and stated that the Council may wish to revisit in the future. DISCUSSION Staff is seeking Committee direction on next steps and determining if there is interest in dedicating staff resources to this in 2017. Another option is that the contract with Waste Management will be up for renewal in 2019 which will provide an opportunity for the Council to revisit the issue and for the City to gather public input to inform the contract negotiation process. ATTACHMENTS 11/18/13 Utilities Committee Minutes 3/17/14 Utilities Committee Minutes 113 Utilities Committee Minutes November 18. 2013 — Pape 2 C. Mandatory Garbage Collection In 2012 the City Council requested to revisit the topic of implementing mandatory garbage collection in Tukwila. A public hearing held on April 23, 2012 revealed opposition by 11 of the 12 people who submitted comments in person and in writing. Approximately 25 %, or 883, of Tukwila's single - family residences currently choose not to subscribe to garbage /recycling collection services from Waste Management, instead households are self - hauling to transfer stations or employing a variety of other methods both legal and illegal. There were 130 garbage - related code violation complaints logged in 2012, representing an increase from the previous year at 105 complaints. 14 King County Cities currently impose mandatory garbage collection. The new contract between the City and Waste Management provides that single - family customer rates would be reduced by $0.64 per month if mandatory garbage collection is implemented. This provision will expire if the City Council does not take advantage of it by November 2015. If mandatory collection is imposed, the 3,500 single - family residential customers would pay among the lowest solid waste rates in the region, saving approximately $26,880.00. The minimum level service would cost $4.89 per month. Implementation of this program would theoretically support the City's Strategic Plan goals regarding Inviting Neighborhoods and Community Identity, but would also require more staff time to support. If the City Council decides to pursue this topic further in 2014, staff advises another public hearing. Committee members and staff discussed next steps and the need for meaningful community engagement on this topic. They arrived at a recommendation for staff to bring this forward to the 2014 Utilities Committee with information and options about public engagement efforts as well as cost estimates for advisory ballot measures. This committee discussion should take place in the first quarter of 2014. INFORMATION ONLY. III. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Ekberg inquired about the City's latest efforts regarding the stop sign at Klickitat Dr. and its adverse impact on traffic flow. Staff indicated that the City continues to reach out to the State and this effort will remain ongoing. Meeting adjourned at 5:43 p.m. Next meeting. Monday, December 2, 2013 — 5:00 p.m. — Con£ Room No. 1. �7ACommittee Chair Approval Minut4 s by LH. Reviewed by GL. 114 City or Tukwila • Utilities Committee UTILITIES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 17, 2014 — 5:15 p.m. — Foster Conference Room, 6300 Building PRESENT Councilmembers: Kate Kruller, Chair; Kathy Hougardy, Allan Ekberg Staff: David Cline, Bob Giberson, Robin Tischmak, Frank Iriarte, Mary Hulvey and Laurel Humphrey Guests: David Della, Candy Castellanos and Alan York, Waste Management; David Puki, Resident CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair Kruller called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m I. PRESENTATIONS Waste Management 2013 Annual Report Representatives from Waste Management presented the 2013 Annual Report to the City of Tukwila, representing the first full year of contract implementation. The report includes information on sustainability goals, strategic community investments, public education and outreach, and year end statistics. Staff indicated that Waste Management is consistently responsive to City requests and needs, and that communication efforts are reinforced via a monthly operations meeting attended by City and Waste Management staff. Committee members asked clarifying questions and expressed appreciation for outreach efforts at Tukwila community events such as the Backyard Wildlife Festival, Touch -a- Truck, and others. INFORMATION ONLY. II. BUSINESS AGENDA A. Mandatory Garbage Collection On November 18, 2013 the Utilities Committee requested that staff return in 2014 with information on public engagement options and advisory ballot measure logistics if the City were to recommend mandatory garbage collection for its residents. Approximately 25% of Tukwila's single - family residents do not subscribe to garbage services. Staff reminded Council that during public outreach efforts in 2012, the majority of the comments received were in opposition to mandatory garbage collection. The Council could hold another public hearing, issue a survey, and /or place an advisory measure on a future ballot if there is interest in pursuing mandatory garbage. A telephone survey would cost approximately $15,000 420,000, and an advisory measure ranges from $7,800 - $11,700, plus $500 -$600 for the voter's pamphlet. There is currently no budget for either of these options. Resident David Puki shared comments in opposition to mandatory garbage collection. He feels that effective code enforcement has made a noticeable decrease in unsightly garbage accumulation in residential neighborhoods. In addition, the new Bow Lake transfer station is a great facility for self - haulers. Committee Chair Kruller read into the record a letter from residents Diane and Ted Meyers in opposition to mandatory garbage collection. The letter posited that mandatory garbage collection in other communities has failed to meet its purpose, and that funds should be put toward code enforcement services instead. After a brief discussion, Committee members agreed they do not wish to pursue mandatory garbage collection at this time, noting that it can be revisited at a future date if the Council wishes. DISCUSSION ONLY. 115 Utilities Committee Minutes March 17, 2014 - Pape 2 B. Annual 2013 Small Drainage Program Project Completion and Acceptance Staff is asking Council to accept as complete Contract No. 13 -151 with Henderson Partners, LLC, for the 2013 Annual Small Drainage Project. The project provided drainage improvements at four locations in the City, including storm pipe and structure replacements, temporary erosion control, asphalt paving, asphalt thickened edge installation and site restoration. Construction was completed on January 24, 2014 and included one change order due to a time extension as a result of sub - freezing weather. The total amount paid was $307,233.51, which was under budget. The Council is also being asked to authorize the release of rtainage. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO APRIL 7, 2014 REGULAR CONSENT AGENDA. III. MISCELLANEOUS Meeting adjourned at 6:26 p.m. Next meeting: Monday, April 7, 2014 - 5:15 p.m. - Foster Conference Room Committee Chair Approval Minutes by LH. Attachment: Myers Letter dated March 15, 2014 116