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Home My WebLink About2017-06-05 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting City Hall Council Chambers June 5.2017-7:00P.K0. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/Il 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 ofAllegiance. ROLL CALL Christy O'F|oharty. City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Counoi|membero Joe Duffie. Verna Seal, Dennis Robertson, KethyHougardy. Du'SeanDuinn' Kate Kru||or. Thomas McLeod. CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekborg, Mayor; David C|ine, City Administrator; Raohe|Turpin. City Attorney; Bob Gibereon, Public Works Director; Jack Pane, Community Development Director; Rick MitoheU, Police Commander; JayVVittmar. Fine Chief; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director; VinkyCar|sen. Deputy Finance Director', K8ia Navarro, Community Engagement Manager; Laurel Humphney, Council Analyst; ChristyO'F|aherty. City Clerk. SPECIAL FRESENTATIONS u. Introduction of "Tukwila City of Opportunity" scholarship recipients. K4ia Navann, Community Engagement Manager, introduced the scholarship recipients iuthe City Council Ms. Navarro gave special recognition toJenni Shandand. College and Career Counselor ot Foster High School for her contributions to this process. ° Maria Abregm Ms. Abrego relayed that she will use the scholarship togoho the University nf Washington Seattle Vostart a new chapter in her life, majoring !n Lew. Society and Justice. She hopes to go to law school and obtain adocUoraie. She also aspires to become a Supreme Court Justice. She expressed the sincerest gratitude for the scholarship and the letter sent to her by the Mayor. Making her parents proud is important to her, due to the sacrifices they made when they immigrated from El Salvador 20 years ago to ensure she had a better life. ° Lionel DeLo Torre Ortega Mr. Ortega will be attending the University ofWashington Seed|a to study pre+|awwith the goal of becoming an immigration lawyer. He would like to host events to help local youth and be a role model in helping them bnsuccessful. He conveyed appreciation for the scholarship and thanked his parents and siblings for helping him achieve his goals. °YanethGarcia Ms. Garcia p|aneto use her scholarship ho major ineduoadonandbecomeahighoohoo|teaoherwitha focus on history and AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination). She would then like to move on to be a principal and eventually a superinbandent, hopefully in the City of Tukwila. Tukwila schools are a second home to her family, and the teachers have been amazing and motivating. She relayed the importance of this scholarship in providing her a means to achieve her goals and give back to her community. She thanked her parents for bringing her 0o the US.to give her a better life. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 5, 2017 Page 2 of 9 • Frozan Sidiqi Ms. Navarro read a prepared statement from Ms. Sidiqi, Ms. Sidiqi came from Afghanistan with her husband in July 2014. In September 2014, she enrolled in Foster High School as a freshman, speaking virtually no English. By the end of the school year; she had earned a 3.8 grade point average and became a member of the National Honor Society. Receipt of this scholarship will allow her to go to the University of Washington Seattle and has inspired her to give back to the community to help students achieve their goals. She will study to become an OBGYN, which has been her life -long dream. The Mayor and Councilmembers thanked the scholarship recipients for sharing their stories and congratulated them on their accomplishments. b. Cowlitz Tribal Health Center Services. Judy Johnston, Advocate. "It is the Mission of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, Health and Human Services Department to promote an optimal level of health and wellbeing for American Indians and Alaskan Natives by utilizing traditional, modern, and culturally sensitive medical and social service practices which create balance in the physical, mental, spiritual, and social components of life." Location /Phone: 15455 65th Avenue South, Tukwila, 206 - 721 -5170 Judy Johnston, Advocate from the Cowlitz Tribal Health Center Services, thanked Councilmember Duffie for inviting her to be here this evening. She provided flyers and resource information for the Councilmembers. She explained that many of the services they provide are also available to non - native Americans and many services are free. Transportation to and from many of the services is also free. Oftentimes many of the services go unutilized due to a lack of awareness of the services. She encouraged people to come to the office at 15455 65th Avenue South, Tukwila, or call 206 - 721 -5170 to find out more about the services. Additionally, there will be an open house at the office on June 16, 2017 from noon to 2:00 p.m. Following is a summary of services: Cowlitz Tribal Health Seattle — Mental Health The therapists are highly experienced in working with the Native community and provide services at the location just north of Westfield /Southcenter Mall in Tukwila. They provide individual counselling in the clinic, in home, at school or other locations convenient to the client. They also have seasonal groups for school age youth. Clients also have access to other programs in the facility, including domestic violence advocacy and medication services. Clinical services offered to children through Cowlitz Tribal Health Seattle incorporate experiential learning, cultural events and therapeutic activities. The program combines best practice methodologies with traditional ways to provide effective therapy to American Indian /Alaska Native children and families in need. Cowlitz Tribal Treatment — Chemical Dependency The Chemical Dependency Program offers outpatient services, intensive outpatient services, assessments, DUI /deferred prosecution and Inpatient referral and placement services. The staff works closely with school districts, probation officers and court systems to provide highly- effective culturally - sound treatment. They work closely with families to support the recovery process undertaken when a family member enters treatment. The program also incorporates cultural learning and activities as foundationai elements of the curriculum. The Mayor and Councilmembers thanked Ms. Johnston for providing this informative presentation regarding the services of the Cowlitz Tribal Health Center. PUBLIC COMMENTS Cynthia Chesak, 13218 31St Avenue South, provided a flyer to the City Council regarding the need for 150 volunteers on Saturday, July 8, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. to assist with building a new playground at Cascade View Community Park (14211 37th Avenue South, Tukwila). The playground is being built based on funding through the KaBoom grant. There will be fun activities for kids during the event. She extended a challenge to the Councilmembers to see who could get the most volunteers. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 5, 2D�7 . Page 3of0 Counni|m*mborKruUorinquired as to how this park was chosen. Ms. Cheamk responded that itserves children living in the nearby apartments and is the most utilized park in the City. Counoi|momber Seal explained that it was during the trip to the NLC (National League of Cities) Conference 10 years ago in New Orleans that the Council learned about the KaBoom grant and the possibilities for Tukwila. This is an example of the benefits derived from attending training and networking events and conferences. Glen K8nrgon, 1001 Cooper Pt. Road SVV. #140-222. O|ympia, said his family has a long history inthe Southo*ntaran*a. He offered recollections on the history of the farms in the area that his family occupied and relayed that his father's first law office was in Tukwila. Mr. Morgan explained that he filed an ethics complaint recently and would like to address the issue from a policy standpoint and offer some suggestions. Based on his recent experience with the City. he would like ho see o clear public appeals process. AdditionaUy, ho feels there should be improved notice to the public. From his perspective, if there is vio|atinn, it does not mean the Ethics Board needs to crucify someone. The Board just needs to define what it is and ensure it does not happen again moving forward. If the Ethics Board in not going to be used, it can be dissolved. Mr. Morgan said he also looks atcampaign finance issues around the state relative to RCVV42.17A.5OO. There was failure by the City tn submit aTreasurer's Report with the Public Oioo|oauro Commission. While Tukwila was not the only City that failed to comply with the statute, he suggests this function be integrated into the Treasurer's regular process. Counci|memberKruUer inquired regarding meeting public notice requirements. Mr. Morgan said the City complied with the strict rules of the statute; ho would like to see the process be more open if possible. Ms. KruUer asked if this was part of his job or if he was sponsored by someone. Mr. Morgan said he is not an attorney; he writes a b|og titled ^VVe the Govorned" His current interest is campaign finance law reform. He has been doing this since October of2U1G. Counci|member{]uinn thanked Mr. Morgan for his testimony. Kathy Graf, 1415337m Avenue South, provided pictures of Cascade View Park and explained that she has talked with multiple City staff about the vvaeds, garbage and parking problems in this area. She has been unable to see any nano|udnn to this ungoing, daily condition and is confused about why the City parks are not maintained. She had hoped the Tukwila Village development would bring a positive benefit to her neighborhoud, but she has not seen benefits. Since this pork is the location for the new KaBoom funded playground equipment talked about earlier in the meoting, she wonders why it is in such poor condition. She ia also concerned for her safety due to the people who park in the anao, often iUegaUy, and become aggressive when she asks them to move their vehicles. People from the surrounding apartments are parking all around the park. leaving no parking for those who wish to visit the site. She is not hearing buck from staff about why the woedo, garbage and parking issues are not being addrueaad, and she would like follow-up based on her comments this evening. Mayor Ekberg said that communication will occur with staff from the appropriate departments. Cnunu|member KruUersoid it was reported to herby a citizen that they saw drug deal occurring and called the Fo|imeand described the vehicle. The person was told that there would be no response unless there was a pattern of it occurring 3 times. David Cline, City Administrator, said contact would be made with the Police Chief and follow-up will be forthcoming. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 5, 2017 CONSENT AGENDA Page 4 of 9 a. Approval of Minutes: 5/15/17 (Regular); 5/22/17 (Special) b. Approval of Vouchers #374938 - 375042; #170400, #170504 - 170506 in the amount of $1,860,517.11 c. Authorize the approval of lodging tax funds to the following agencies: • Museum of Flight ($50,000) • Seattle 3outhside Regional Tourism Authority (SSRTA) for general operations ($270,000 for 2017 and $202,500 for 2018) • Starfire Sports ($42,000) • City of Tukwila for general administration ($55,800) • City of Tukwila for Southcenter 50th anniversary celebration ($50,000) [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Committee of the Whole on 5122117.) d. An ordinance adopting the 2017 National Electrical Code and the Washington Cities Electrical Code amendments to the 2017 National Electrical Code (TMC Chapter 16.04). ORDINANCE NO. 2539 [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Development and Neighborhoods Committee on 5/22/17.] e. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement with Valley View Sewer District for the 42nd Avenue South Phase III Project (Southcenter Boulevard to South 160th Street) in the amount of $404,648.23 (to be reimbursed back to the City). [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 5123117.] f. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement with King County Water District 125 for the 42nd Avenue South Phase III Project (Southcenter Boulevard to South 160th Street) in the amount of $289,841.33 (to be reimbursed back to the City). [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 5123117.] g. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with AKANA for construction management services for the Commercial Business District (CBD) Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (2016 Andover Park East Sewer Repair) in the amount of $58,869.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 5123117.] h. Authorize the Mayor to award a bid and sign a contract with PCL Construction Services, Inc., for the Boeing Access Road over BNRR Bridge Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $6,189,244.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 5123117.] MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY, THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. An ordinance authorizing and providing for the acquisition of interests in land for the purpose of completing the linkage for the Duwamish Gardens and Chinook Wind projects; providing for condemnation, appropriation, taking of land and property rights necessary therefor; providing for payment thereof and directing the initiation of appropriate proceedings in the manner provided by law and for said condemnation. Final Action 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, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF INTERESTS IN LAND FOR THE PURPOSE OF COMPLETING THE LINKAGE FOR THE DUWAMISH GARDENS AND CHINOOK WIND PROJECTS; PROVIDING FOR CONDEMNATION, APPROPRIATION, TAKING OF LAND AND PROPERTY RIGHTS NECESSARY THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT THEREOF AND DIRECTING THE INITIATION OF APPROPRIATE PROCEEDINGS IN THE MANNER PROVIDED BY LAW AND FOR SAID CONDEMNATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 5.2O17 Page 5ofQ MOVED BYDUFF!E. SECONDED BYKRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Councilmember Hougardy explained that last week she had concerns that required additional information. This issue in question involves disagreement over the City's appraisal and the price of the property. She referenced page 121 of the agenda packet and a letter dated February 2OO9 that specifies "Any administrative settlement which exceeds the fair market value as identified must be documented and thonough|y/usti�ed The rationale for the se�|ementshaUbe set fo�hinwriting.'' She explained the propedYownarhas not submitted an appraisal; due ho the dispute regarding the value, itia appropriate hr have different appraisals. To move this forward and have athird party evaluate the situation, the City needs to move into eminent domain, which involves adoption of this ordinance. This issue can then proceed to court and an assessment can ba determined. Based on her questions being answered since the last m*oting, she is in support of this ordinance. *MOTION CARRIED 7-O.TOADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2540. b. 2016 financial results. VickyCadaen. Deputy Finance Dinsutor, utilized o Poworpointpraoentytion to provide the 2O1Gfinancial results tothe City Council, with key points asfollows: 2016 Financial Highlights: 1. Reserve Policy compliance 2. Investment in Public Safety 3. Investment inTechnology 4. General fund ongoing revenues exceed department expenditures 5. Departmental expenditures within budget Reserve Policy Compliance: • The general fund ending fund balance of $11.84 million exceeds the minimum requirement of $10.23 million by$1.G1 million. ^ Reserve Policy: The general fund minimum fund balance must equal or exceed f896of the prior year ongoing general fund revenues, • The contingency fund ending fund balance of$0 05 million also met the minimum requirement, ^ Reserve Policy: The contingency fund minimum fund balance must equal or exceed f0%ofthe prior year ongoing general fund revenues plus Y096o/ the prior year one-time general fund revenue. Investment in Public Safety: , Voters approved $77.385 million bond measure. ^ Justice Center to house Police and Court ^ Rebuild 3 fire stations ^ Provide fire apparatus and equipment for 2Oyears ^ Bonds issued in December Investment inTechnology: ^ Police RN1Ssystem ~ Recreation software ^ Office 365 ^ Help Desk support Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 5.2O17 General Fund Ongoing Revenues Exceed Department Expenditures: Ongoing Revenue Compared to Department Expenditures $59O 2Ol6 2015 �579 �55O $O $IO S20 S30 540 $50 $50 mRewenues t., Expenditures Department Expenditures within Budget: General Fund 2016 Department Expenditures �&sa $m $m $10 $15 $20 $25 $30 $35 $40 S45 $50 $55 $60 $65 Millions Total Departmental Budget Savings of $1.9 million or 3.1%: Police 95% $934K Finance 9196 $210K Community Development 96% $137K Mayor 9796 $121K City Attorney 87% $78K Street Maintenance 92% $265K Page 6 of 9 Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 5, 2017 Page 7 of 9 Highlights of Other Governmental Funds: • REET (Real Estate Excise Tax) $985K in December, total $2.7M split between Arterial Street and Land Acquisition, Reonsatinn, Park Development Funds, • Cascade View Safe Routes to School Phase U began in201O. • 42»u Ave S and 53m Ave 8 sidewalk projects indasiQn.ounatrucdonde|ayadunti|2017. • TUC (Tukwila Urban Center) Pedestrian Bridge groundbreaking held August 2016, and Boeing Access Road (BAR) Bridge Rehabilitation construction delayed until 2O17. • Substantial progress on Duwomish Gardens project. • 4 motels demolished on Tukwila International Boulevard (T|B). Looking Forward: � Economic forecast ia strong through 2O17. ^ King County Office of Economic Development indicates county-wide assessed value growth rate of 1896 in 2017. 3% in 2018. ^ Sales tax growth rate projected tobe5Y4 in both 2O17 and 2O18. ^ Seattle inflation rates (CPI-U) estimated to hit 396 in 2017; highest rate since 2008. � Focus on financial fundamentals ^ Adherence to strong and sound financial reserve policy. ^ Prudent use of City resources aligned with City's strategic goals. , Continued enhancements to financial reporting. ^ Enhanced budget process. The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions regarding the information in the report and thanked Ms. Cadoen for the update. REPORTS o. Mayor Mayor Ekberg attended the Coca-Cola Scholarship event this past weekend, where Foster High School student Amy Nguyen was one of the recipients ofa$2O.8OOscholarship. There were 68.00Oparticipants nationwide, 250 applicants received an interview. and 150 nsoaivad scholarships. This was a notable accomplishment for Ms. Nguyen and a proud moment for Foster High School and Tukwila. b. City Council Counci|membmrDufOe attended the Memorial Day event at the Museum of Flight and the O.A. R.E. graduation on June 1.2O17. Councilmember Seal, Chair of the Finance Committee, thanked Council President Robertson for sitting in for her on the Community Development and Neighborhoods Committee meeting while she was on vacation. She also wanted to give the Council an overview of recent discussions in the Finance Committee regarding the City's budget process, with the following key points: • At the May 16 Finance Committee, we had a great discussion on how to enhance the City's budget process nawe look ahead to developing the 2O1Q'2O2O City budget. VVe went over a lot of information and wm watched onAVVC video on budgeting fundamentals. • We talked about how the City currently budgets, which is a combination of incremental budgeting and budgeting for results. It starts with the prior year's budget and each category is adjusted based on inflation, COLA, or new initiatives. • Staff approached the Committee in January to let us know they were interested in looking for improvements to the budget process and we were enthusiastic in our support and requested that we bo part of the discussions. VVe asked for additional information nn specific budgeting models including Incentive, Participatory, Zero-Base, and Priority Based, and staff returned with these overviews and pros and cons ofeach. • We learned that there are areas in the City's current budgeting that is zero-based, like travel and capital purchasing. We also learned that incentive and participatory budgeting are not overall models but rather smaller projects that could be included in an overall strategy. For example, participatory Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 5.2017 Page Oof0 budgeting refers to allocating a certain dollar amount for the community to decide on spending It could be small amount targeted to a specific group, |iha students for example. ° We talked about how there is ro one size fits all approach, and the best practice is likely to incorporate different approaches. Staff asked for Committee consensus to move forward researching how to better budget for raeu|to, including enhancing the use of performance measures in Tukwila. We gave direction to continue on that path and we look forward to hearing their progress. Councilmember Hougardy participated in the Teens for Tukwila chat at Foster High School on June 2.2O17. Approximately 40 students attended with comments focusing on immigration, jobs, education, and housing, She learned that some of the students had to move out of the City due torent increases that forced them to seek housing elsewhere. She also learned that the teens feel their voices are heard in Tukwila. Additionally, she will be hosting the Council Chat at Confetti Confections (654 StnanderB|vd.)on June 10.2O17. Councilmember Quinn commended the Finance Committee for reviewing the issues associated with participatory budgeting. He also attended the Teens for Tukwila chat at Foster High School on June 2.2O17. The turnout was amazing, and there were powerful testimonies from the students. He commended Nate Robinson. Teen Program Speoia|ist, and he looks forward to a report. Counui|mamberKruU*rottendadthe^prep^meedngforthuToensforTukwi|aCounci|Chatandthe Memorial Day event at the Museum ofFlight. (Jn June 3.2O17. she attended the Green Tukwila orientation event sponsored by Forterna, Additionally, she described conditions in her neighborhood in the vicinity of the cemetery where strings of cars are parked and individuals can be seen dealing drugs all day long and as early as2:OUa.m.-0:OOa.m. Some of these people disrespect the surrounding yards, to include throwing beer cans and urinating on private property. This is of great concern to her neighbors. Ma. KruUer and her neighbors were able to meet with Officer Rusness about these issues. She extended commendations to the Police Department for including updates to crime related 'Issues on social media, including Next Ooor, which provides a great benefit to the residents. Counoi|member KAoLend, Chair ofthe Public Safety CommiMee, said the committee was unable to get through the very full agenda earlier this evening. The committee did not get through the "Draft Fire Station Programming and Budget Implications" item. Escalating construction costs in the region are creating challenges in finalizing the end product. |t may be necessary ho conduct a work session tokeep the project movingfonmard.andpartaofitmaycomefonwardhothenextCommitteenftheVVhn|o o. Staff David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator (CA) Report and the monthly Public Safety Plan Update in the packet and offered to answer any questions. Counni|mmmbar Hougandy expressed appreciation for the Public Safety Plan update. d. City Attorney There was noreport. e. Council Analyst There was no report. MISCELLANEOUS Cound|membor Quinn made the following statement. "As my fellow Councj|membere know, anOlympia resident recently filed o complaint alleging that | violated the Council's Ethics Code, when | voted on a contract with Forterra last September and did not disclose my role as a Forterra board member. The contract was for site work atthe Duwmmioh Hill Preserve funded by the King County Heritage Cultural Facilities grant, which has their own process for determining the winning respondent. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 5.3017 Page 9 of 9 | would like it reflected in the record that the City's Board of Ethics met on May 24. 2017 and found that this complaint is insufhoient, and no further action is needed. | am not an officer ofFnrtena; | am volunteer; nor did | have any personal beneficial interest in this contract. This in the first time anything like this has ever been brought up, and I took it seriously and respect the process. | also knew that |did not have econflict.^ ADJOURNMENT 8:36 p.m. MOVED QYOUFHE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MOTION CARRIED Chri% O'Flah*4y, City Clerk APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 6/19/17 AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 6/20/17