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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-11-07 Regular MinutesNovember 7, 1977 7:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE MINUTE APPROVAL VOUCHER APPROVAL APPOINTMENTS Tukwila Park Commission, Mrs. June Kitting PUBLIC HEARINGS To consider the proposed 1978 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING /9,9 Tukwila City Hall M I N U T E S Council Chambers Mayor Bauch, introduced Bryan Palmer, Tukwila Explorer Scout Post 999, who led the Pledge of Allegiance. He then called the regular meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order. LIONEL C. BOHRER, DWIGHT R. GARDNER, GEORGE D. HILL, DANIEL J. SAUL, DWAYNE D. TRAYNOR, GARY L. VAN DUSEN. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT COUNCILMAN PESICKA BE EXCUSED FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. KJELL STOKNES, OCD Director; LAWRENCE HARD, City Attorney; JOHN MCFARLAND, Administrative Assistant; JOHN SHEETS, Police Chief, MAXINE ANDERSON, City Clerk. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 17, 1977, BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE VOUCHERS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRANTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS. Councilman Saul noted that the total amount of the warrants this evening is $267,000. MOTION CARRIED. Current Fund Street Fund Fed. Shared Revenue City Hall Construction Water Fund Sewer Fund Vouchers No. 3980 4230 3980 4143 4144 4175 4176 4187 4188 4194 4195 4211 4212 4230 45,827.29 93,805.90 21,708.76 85,123.31 16,113.56 4,858.04 $267,436.86 Letter dated November 2, 1977, from Mayor Bauch was read appointing Mrs. June Kitting, 14718 58th Ave. South to the Tukwila Park Commission The appointment is to Position No. 3which expires March 31, 1980. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE APPOINT- MENT OF MRS. KITTING TO THE TUKWILA PARK COMMISSION. MOTION CARRIED. This being the time and date advertised, Mayor Bauch noted that a Public Hearing is required by law on the use of the population funds available to the City through the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. Kjell Stoknes, OCD Director, reported that approximately $14,700 in "population" funds is available. There is also "needs" money to be allocated to those projects which benefit the low /moderate income families. The Planning Commission voted unanimously, at their regular October meeting, that the following program be adopted by the City Council: PRIORITY PROJECT 1 2 3 4 Home Repair Program Teen Job Mart Senior Wood Working Program Interurban Avenue Improvement BUDGET $11,000 5,000 7,000 6,700 Mayor Bauch declared the Public Hearing open. He called for comments or questions from the audience. There being no comment, Mayor Bauch declared the Public Hearing closed. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING November 7, 1977 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS Cont. To consider the proposed 1978 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Cont. CITIZENS' COMMENTS Mrs. Rena Holloway, the condition of sidewalks PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS Recognition of Tukwila Police Explorer Post 999 for outstanding service RECESS: 7:20 P.M. Introduction of Mrs. June Kitting, new Park Commission member Receipt of Summons No. 836124: Carl J. and Norma B. Hodges vs. City of Tukwila. COUNCILMEMBER PHYLLIS PESICKA ARRIVED AT THE MEETING. /9gs' Mayor Bauch read a letter from Congressmen Cunningham concerning the proposed regulations for the HUD Block Grant Program. He is asking for comments on these regulations and difficulties that cities have had with the program so he can protest the proposed regulations. Mayor Bauch stated that the new regulations would make it almost impossible for any city in Washington State to apply for the funds because of the population density in the low income areas. Mrs. Rena Holloway commented that vines are growing out into the side- walk area and wondered how this can be controlled. She stated that there is a broken piece of cement on the sidewalk on South 144th between 58th and 59th and felt it is a hazardous situation and should be repaired. Mayor Bauch introduced Mr. Pat Lowery, Crime Prevention Officer, who explained the Crime Prevention Program and how successful it is. He recognized two groups who have given a lot of time and effort to this program. The first is the Senior Coordinating Group consisting of Walt and Alice Frey and Ira Hyzer. The second group is Explorer Post 999. These young people have spent many, many hours on projects to help provide additional safety for the citizens. He read a letter from Slade Gorton, Attorney General, expressing pleasure at hearing of the work of the Tukwila Explorer Post. Mr. Lowery introduced Steve Robinson, Police Officer, who is the leader of Post 999. Officer Robinson expressed the pleasure he has had in working with the Explorers and thanked the entire Police Department for their cooperation with this group. Mayor Bauch expressed pride in Explorer Post 999 and presented each member with a Certificate of Award for Outstanding Citizens of Tukwila. Those Explorers present were: Brian Palmer Jeff Thompson Yvonne Anderson Joe Janosov Tom Eichers Cathy Malone Dolores Signett Bill Schnieder Also receiving certificates were: Ron L. Coleman Pamela Gibbons Allan Ekburg Mayor Bauch declared a ten minute recess to have refreshments in honor of the Explorers. Mayor Bauch called the meeting back to order with Councilmembers present as previously reported. Mayor Bauch introduced Mrs. June Kitting, newly appointed member of the Tukwila Park Commission. Mayor Bauch recognized, for the record, receipt of Summons No. 836124: Carl J. Hodges and Norma B. Hodges, his wife, vs. The City of Tukwila; and S. D. Jenkins and his wife; J. L. Mathews and his wife; and H. J. Barrett and his wife. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING November 7, 1977 Page 3 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS Cont. Receipt of Summons No. 836155, Ann Lovell vs. City of Tukwila Claim for Damages Bankruptcy Report Waiver Request from Ord. #1035, Gerald E. Schneider for property located on 65th Ave. South Library Services, Mrs. Chumlea OLD BUSINESS Senior Citizen Program /984 Mayor Bauch recognized, for the record, receipt of Summons No. 836155, Ann Lovell vs. the City of Tukwila; John McFarland and his wife; Kjell Stoknes and his wife; John Doe and his wife; and John Roe and his wife. Mayor Bauch noted receipt of a Claim for Damages against the City in a bankruptcy action involving Sleep World, Inc. Councilman Hill referred to a letterrreceived dated October 27, 1977, from Gerald E. Schneider requesting a waiver from the provisions of Ordinance No. 1035. Kjell Stoknes, OCD Director, explained that the site of this proposed development is on 65th Avenue South between the Canyon Estates and Maple Crest Apartment complexes. Mr. Stoknes explained that he cannot give a report on this as he has not put one together. He asked Council to determine procedures since this is the first waiver request to Ordinance No. 1035. The alternatives are to have waivers come before Council first, if a staff report is found necessary then it goes back to them. If Council has enough information on this application, they can pass it this evening. Councilman Hill asked if a Building Permit has been applied for. Mr. Stoknes noted that it has been applied for and they have a negative declaration under the State Environmental Policy Act. The requirements of Ordinance No. 1035 have been met. Councilman Hill explained that the property is already zoned R -4 and RMH which allows 43 units per acre. The proposed is for 48 units or 21.6 per acre. He needs a waiver because this area is designated R -3 on the Comprehensive Land Use Map. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THIS ITEM BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA FOR THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AND SEE IF COUNCIL CAN MAKE THE DECISION WITHOUT IT GOING BACK TO STAFF. Councilman Saul asked how close the proposed buildings are to the top of the slope. Mr. Stoknes stated that six feet is the minimum setback required. Councilman Van Dusen requested that Staff present any infor- mation they have. Mayor Bauch stated that staff would make a preliminary staff report. MOTION CARRIED. Councilman Traynor requested that Council be given the section from the Ordinance that makes a waiver necessary. Letter dated October 31, 1977, from Mrs. Margarette Chumlea, Chairman of Library for Tukwila Committee, was read. She is requesting the Mayor and Council to allow the present City Hall, when vacated, to be used for a library for the citizens. Councilman Hill asked if this could be referred to the Park Commission. Mayor Bauch asked Don Williams, Recreation Supervisor, to add this to the Park Commission Agenda. He further stated that he intends to hold Public Hearings on the use of the City Hall /Police Station site before any money is spent. Councilman Van Dusen read a letter he had written to the Mayor requesting that staff be directed to furnish input on the Thorndyke Community Center for the Park Board and City Council. He listed a number of questions that need to be resolved. Mayor Bauch asked Don Williams, Recreation Supervisor, to put this on the Park Commission Agenda. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING November 7, 1977 Page 4 OLD BUSINESS Cont. /987 Senior Citizen MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THIS ITEM BE TABLED UNTIL Program Cont. THE REPORTS COME BACK FROM THE PARK COMMISSION AND STAFF. Sanitary Sewer Connection, Jim Patton residence Landscape Architects for new City Hall Mayor Bauch reported that he had contacted personnel from the Block Grant Consortium and discussed this problem with them. They will consider it further and report back. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch read a memo from Dick Williams, Acting Public Works Director. The cost to bring the side sewer stub to the property line is estimated at $10,000. Mr. Williams suggests that a pump station may be the most economical way to resolve the problem. Councilman Hill stated that a pump station requires continuous maintenance; he felt a one -time cost would be better. Mrs. Burton Lutz asked if other lots they have along this street would be able to connect? Mayor Bauch commented that he is not accepting this report, it needs further study. Councilman Traynor stated that we have around 16 people in our Maintenance Department and he felt it was unnecessary to hire a contractor for something like this. We should do it oursleves. Councilman Van Dusen asked about the City's liability. Attorney Hard stated that we need to take a good look at this now and determine what the responsibility of the City is. There are other issues involved here. Mayor Bauch asked the Pattons if they are currently having a problem with their sewer system? Mrs. Patton commented that they had to rebuild the sewer system so there is no problem. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT THIS ITEM BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF NOVEMBER 11, 1977. MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY MRS. PESICKA, THAT THE MOTION BE AMENDED TO REQUIRE A REPORT FROM THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT WHICH TELLS WHERE THE SEWER STUB IS AND HOW TO CONNECT TO IT. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE MOTION BE FURTHER AMENDED TO REQUIRE A LEGAL REPORT. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION CARRIED ON THE AMENDMENT. MOTION CARRIED AS AMENDED. Councilman Hill reported that resumes had been received from three landscape architects. He recommended that Council visit the site of a project that each architect had done. After discussion, it was decided to meet at City Hall and take the tour on Sunday at 10:00 a.m. RECESS 8:20 P.M. 8:30 P.M. MOVED BY MRS. PESICKA, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL RECESS FOR TEN MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch called the regular meeting back to order with all Council members present. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING November 7, 1977 Page 5 OLD BUSINESS Cont. Report from USTME on the Salary Plan NEW BUSINESS Shelters or access along Christensen Road for Fishermen RESOLUTIONS Resolution #604 City's 1978 priorities as they relate to Housing and Community Development Block Grant Applications /94'' Fred Satterstrom, President of USTME, stated that his discussion is not about all of Ordinance No. 1019 which adopted the Salary Grades and Steps but only about the Step portion of this Ordinance. He requested an Executive Session to discuss this matter with Council. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY MRS. PESICKA, THAT COUNCIL HOLD AN EXECUTIVE SESSION TONIGHT WITH THE U.S.T.M.E. MEMBERS. MOTION CARRIED. Councilman Van Dusen reported that a local Fisherman had called him and asked why Christensen Road can't be opened for Fishermen during the season. They like to park their vehicles close to the river so they can sit in them and still see their poles. Mainly what they need is a place to get out of the weather. Mr. Stoknes stated that there is nothing in the grant to put shelters along the river. The action of Council was to close the road to vehicles. He recommended that if Council wants to reconsider they put it on the Park Commission agenda for discussion. Now is the time to consider this, before the development of the road. Councilman Saul stated he is not in favor of allowing vehicles on the road, maybe a shelter would be feasible. Councilman Pesicka asked if it would be possible to open a section of it for the season. Mr. Stoknes stated that it is possible but he doesn't recommend it. Councilman Traynor stated that he does not want the road opened to traffic. He questioned how shelters could be controlled. Mayor Bauch stated that once the Christensen Trail is developed they can not drive on it. There will be an asphalt road for emergency vehicles only. The Fishermen now have access to the local parking lots along the road but can not see their poles from their cars. This is a valid use of the river and the suggestions certainly should be explored. We should listen to the Fishermen Organizations and see what their recommendations are. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY MRS. PESICKA, THAT THIS ITEM BE TABLED UNTIL THE MAYOR HAS A CHANCE TO REPORT BACK. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read a resolution of the Tukwila City Council stating the City's 1978 priorities as they relate to Housing and Community Development Block Grant Applications pursuant to the Housing Community Development Act of 1974. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY BOHRER, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 604 BE ADOPTED AS READ. Councilman Van Dusen asked if an elderly person qualifies for the money how can they get the repair done? Gary Crutchfield, Planning Associate, explained that this is the opportunity for low income families to obtain up to $2,000 in assistance. This money can be used to hire a contractor to do the work or do it yourself. Councilman Van Dusen asked about the money being used to establish an office area and employ a program operator rather than to directly hire Teenagers. Has this been tried so we know it will work? Don Williams explained that the program would function as a liaison between employers and teenage youths seeking employment. It has been tried in other areas and does work. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING November 7, 1977 Page 6 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Resolution #604 Continued. Proposed Resolution Establishing a Wage and Salary Plan for all fulltime permanent positions with the City and providing for the administration of such plan DEPARTMENT REPORTS Mayor's Report 1978 Proposed Budget City Hall ATTORNEY'S REPORT 10:32 P.M. 10:42 P.M. 10:42 P.M. 10:58 P.M. Councilman Van Dusen stated that $5,000 might fix up and paint a wood -work shop area but not purchase much in the way of tools. MOTION CARRIED MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS 9,9 Joanne Davis, audience, stated that she hopes we won't forget the youth in our McMicken Heights area. They should have the same opportunities as those in the Southcentral School District. Mr. Stoknes stated that the Park Commission will discuss how to involve the McMicken Heights people more in the recreation programs. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY MRS. PESICKA, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE FORWARDED TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch read a letter to Hubert Crawley, Fire Chief, concerning a recertification program developed by Lieutenant Les Flue. The letter states that "you and your Department can be proud of what you are doing toward emergency medical care. Your Department and Departments similar to yours are making Washington a leader in Emergency Medical Care The letter was signed by Tom Torrell, Training Coordinator for King County Emergency Medical Services. The Budget is balanced and ready to go to the printer. Councilman Hill asked to have the discussion on the scheduling of work sessions on the agenda for the Committee of the Whole. Mayor Bauch commented on the progress of City Hall and predicted that the roof would be on by December 1. Attorney Hard stated that a number of Claims have been filed against the City this past month. He reported that the Kinney vs Tukwila lawsuit is scheduled to start next week. The Fire Fighter suit has been filed in the Court of Appeals. The second issue, on manditory contributions, is being appealed. It could be one to one and a half years before we have an answer to this. The Law Firm has moved their office to the 39th floor of the Seattle -First National Bank Building. EXECUTIVE MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION: SESSION. MOTION CARRIED. Council took a ten minute recess. 9:10 P.M. 9:20 P.M. Attending the Executive Session on the Salary and Wage Plan with 10:32 P.M. U.S.T.M.E. were Mayor Bauch, all Council Members, John McFarland, Attorney Hard, Fred Satterstrom, Gary Crutchfield, Doris Phelps and Shirley Kristofferson. Attending the Executive Session on the Fire Fighter negotiations were Mayor Bauch, all Council Members, Attorney Hard and John McFarland. Attending the Executive Session on the Kinney Lawsuit were Mayor Bauch, all Council Members and Attorney Hard. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING November 7, 1977 Page 7 EXECUTIVE SESSION Continued ADJOURNMENT 10:59 P.M. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY MRS. PESICKA, THAT THE EXECUTIVE SESSION BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY SAUL, SECONDED BY MRS. PESICKA, THAT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED. City Clerk /990