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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978-05-15 Regular MinutesMay 15, 1978 7:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING M I N U T E S Z /2_ Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers Mayor Bauch, presiding, led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order. LIONEL C. BOHRER, GEORGE D. HILL, J. REID JOHANSON, DANIEL J. SAUL, DWAYNE D. TRAYNOR, GARY L. VAN DUSEN, Council President. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCILMAN HARRIS BE EXCUSED FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. OFFICIALS IN LAWRENCE E. HARD, Deputy City Attorney; JOHN MCFARLAND, Administrative ATTENDANCE Assistant; KJELL STOKNES, OCD Director; MAXINE ANDERSON, City Clerk; JOHN A. SHEETS, Police Chief; RONALD F. SWANSON, Finance Director. MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF APRIL 27, 1978, BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. MOTION CARRIED. VOUCHER APPROVAL MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE VOUCHERS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRANTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS. BID OPENINGS AND AWARDS Bid Award: Telephone System for New City Hall MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 1, 1978, BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT VOUCHER NO. 5873 BE PULLED AND PUT IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION CARRIED. Current Fund Street Fund Fed. Shared Revenue Foster Golf Links City Hall Const. Water Fund Sewer Fund Vouchers No. 5863 6044 1. Pacific Northwest Bell 2. Interconnect Northwest 3. Executone Northwest 5863 5971 6044 5972 5995 5996 6007 6008 6012 6013 6014 6015 6030 6031 6043 24,309.10 6,586.86 1,890.48 20,365.32 173,407.24 1,032.03 9,738.94 237,329.97 Mayor Bauch explained that Council approved the Call for Bids for the Telephone Communication System for new City Hall, on April 17, 1978. The Bid Opening date was May 1, 1978 and three bids were received. The proposals were analyzed and indicated that the Executone System, Alternative #2 is the best system for City Hall. Mayor Bauch recommended acceptance of their bid. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE MAYOR'S RECOMMENDATION OF THE EXECUTONE D -1000 SYSTEM. Councilman Bohrer asked about the total per unit costs. Mayor Bauch explained that the $1,464.80 is the total monthly cost to the City including trunk costs to Pacific Northwest Bell. John McFarland, Administrative Assistant, explained that each of the proposed systems is more sophisticated than the ones now being used. He explained the features to be incorporated in the new system. All three systems are very fine and exceed the specifications as delineated in the bid specifications. They are each capable of being reprogrammed to meet future growth. There are two costs involved TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 2 Bid Award Cont'd. CITIZEN'S COMMENTS Recognition of Outstanding Citizens "Officer of the Year" Award 2133 the equipment rental, maintenance and installation costs through the Company we deal with, then there is the monthly line rental cost from Pacific Northwest Bell and will have to be paid no matter which company we deal with. This charge is set by tariff. Councilman Bohrer asked Mr. McFarland to explain the total of the one -time costs and the total montly costs of each proposal. He reported as follows: Interconnect proposed 62 stations and 12 trunks for $1,620.76 per month. Pacific Northwest Bell offers 60 stations and 10 trunk lines for $1,619.03. Executone, Alternate #2, proposed 60 stations and 10 trunks for $1,464.80. At the present time the City is paying approximately $1,260 per month for 26 lines and 52 stations. Since there appeared to be confusion on the bid proposals, Councilman Hill suggested forwarding this to the Committee of the Whole. Mayor Bauch proposed that it be moved to the end of the meeting for further discussion as time is now becoming short. Ron Swanson, Finance Director, stated he reviewed the bids and they tried to put all of the proposals on the same basis. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch explained the function of the Crime Prevention Program sponsored by the City through a LEAA Grant. Mr. Pat Lowery is head of this program. He set up a Senior Citizen Committee to coordinate a Neighborhood Watch Program. This Committee is a volunteer group that has spent many hours to make this program a success. Mayor Bauch declared the members "Outstanding Citizens of Tukwila." Mr. Lowery presented each with a Certificate of Recognition. Tukwila's Outstanding Citizens are: Mrs. Bobby Zepp Mr. Ira Hyzer Mrs. Alice Frey Mr. Walter Frey Mayor Bauch announced and displayed the award received by Police Officer Steve Robinson, the "Officer -of- the Year." The award was presented by the Highline Exchange Club. Mayor Bauch declared a ten minute recess for coffee and cake. 7:50 P.M. Mayor Bauch called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council back to order. PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS Waiver to Councilman Van Dusen referred to the "City Council Waiver Checklist" Ordinances to be used for Preliminary approval of waivers. He suggested omitting No. 1035/1053 the following two sentences in the first paragraph: for office buildings on 51st Avenue South "If a vote on each criteria passes, the waiver should be declared and Southcenter approved. If a vote on one or more criteria fails, the waiver Boulevard should be declared denied MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL STRIKE THE THIRD AND FOURTH SENTENCES IN PARAGRAPH ONE. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 3 Waiver to Councilman Van Dusen explained that Council will have to vote on Ordinances each of the criteria on check list. Omitting these sentences No. 1035/1053 should allow a little more leeway. for office buildings on 51st Avenue South MOTION CARRIED. and Southcenter Boulevard-Con't. Councilman Van Dusen stated that a motion should be made on each of the criteria on the list then discussion follow. We will then have a roll call vote. After we have gone through each of the 5 items we will vote on a final decision. Council agreed that this is the way they would operate. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE ON CRITERIA NO. 1; Does the proposed action represent a unique condition which is not significant in scale? Councilman Johanson questioned the wording "not significant." Kjell Stoknes stated that it should read "not insignificant." It was woraed this way to keep it as close to the wording in the ordinance as possible. Councilman Bohrer stated Ordinance 1035 does not indicate a double negative. He read the wording and stated that he thought the objection had been achieved. Councilman Saul, to clarify the question, stated if he thought the project was not very big he would be in favor of it, but if it is a large project that he felt shouldn't be there, he would vote NO. Mr. Stoknes agreed. If you vote yes, you are voting yes on the waiver. Councilman Van Dusen reminded council that there is Commerical zoning abutting this property on one side and multiple residence on the other. Councilman Traynor expressed concern over the impact on the adjoining property to the north which is residential. ROLL CALL VOTE: Yes HILL, JOHANSON, VAN DUSEN No BOHRER, SAUL, TRAYNOR TIE VOTE. 2 /3`-i MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 2: Has the applicant investigated reasonable alternatives available which would not require a waiver? Mr. Jerry Gerron, in response, stated that the WEA has conducted a search for a site for the past two years. The criteria set for a site was 1. Location close to I -5 access and egress. 2. Close to the airport. 3. Mid -point between Seattle and Olympia. 4. Geographical convenience for the employees. 5. Adjacent to shopping and restaurant area. Councilman Hill asked if Council should not be talking to the current owner instead of the Architect to see if he has made any reasonable investigation of alternatives to use the property as it is now zoned. This question should be addressed to the owner. Councilman Johanson agreed that it doesn't seem applicable to ask the builder. We should be asking if the building is applicable to the parcel of land. Councilman Bohrer stated that when this provision was passed, Council was thinking about the case where the applicant is the owner of the property and that does not appear to be the case here. *ROLL CALL VOTE: Yes VAN DUSEN No HILL NA BOHRER, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 3: If the request for waiver involves building, grading, clearing, excavation, or filling in a geographical area generally identified by the Environmental Basemap as an area of high natural amenity or development constraint, are mitigating measures provided TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 4 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS Cont. Waiver to Mr. Gerron responded that the area, as it stands, is covered with Ordinances mostly blackberry bushes, a handful of specimen trees on the perimeter No. 1035/1053 of the property and the rest are alders. The proposal is designed to for office buildings require a minimum amount of grading, a heavier amount of landscaping, on 51st Avenue South and generally, disturbing the environment as little as possible. and Southcenter Boulevard Councilman Van Dusen asked, from 51st, how high is the building going Cont. to be up from the level of the street? Mr. Gerron said, 62 feet. *ROLL CALL VOTE: YES BOHRER, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN MOTION CARRIED Mayor Bauch stated it is the goals and policies, not the map. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 4: Is the request for waiver consistent with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan Mr. Gerron reminded Council that the parcel is on the western boundary of the city limits. Across 51st, in King County, is proposed high density, north is proposed duplex /triplex site, east is residential but appears to be a non conforming use and to the south is a commercial zone. The uses around this proposal are not being impacted at all. Councilman Van Dusen, referring to page 45 of the policies of Compre- hensive Plan, stated that this development fits in well with two of them. This proposal should be a buffer between the Commercial and the Residential. Councilman Bohrer stated that the development Council was exposed to does serve as a reasonable buffer between the medium density residential to the north and the Commercial to the South. Mayor Bauch asked Mr. Stoknes if there are any goals and policies this is inconsistent with? Mr. Stoknes stated he didn't believe there are any. *ROLL CALL VOTE: YES BOHRER, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN MOTION CARRIED MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 5: Do the requirements of this ordinance impose a special hardship to a site for which a waiver of the provisions would not necessi- tate a major policy commitment prior to the adoption of the Zoning Ordinance and Map Mayor Bauch explained that Council will have to decide, is there a major issue that will be debated at the time the zoning ordinance is up for adoption? Councilman Bohrer explained that, again, it seems this provision comes down to two separate decisions: 1) Does it impose a special hardship on the site (or the applicant), and 2) does it necessitate a major policy commitment prior to the adoption of the zoning map? As has been stated previously, there is no major policy commitment. Mr. Gerron explained that the current zoning is RHM which allows offices of professionals; therefore, this would not set a precedent. *ROLL CALL VOTE: YES BOHRER, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN Based on the results of the voting on each of the five criteria, it was MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PRELIMINARY WAIVER BE GRANTED AS REQUESTED. ROLL CALL VOTE: YES BOHRER, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN. MOTION CARRIED. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 5 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS Cont. Waiver to Councilman Bohrer explained that now Council has given the applicant Ordinances confidence to proceed with more detailed planning on this site. The No. 1035/1053 for final waiver will be considered on the detailed plans. office buildings on 51st Avenue South and Southcenter Boulevard Cont. Waiver to Ordinance No. 1035/1053 to construct 98 -unit condominium at South 160th and 53rd South 8:40 P.M. 236 Mayor Bauch declared a five minute recess to allow Council to review a letter they had received from Janet E. Quimby, lawyer. She states that in the past, she has advised residents of McMicken Heights in land use issues before the City. Her letter is in reference to a request for a waiver from Jack Bryant to build condominiums at South 160th and 53rd Avenue South. At the end of her letter she states that she does not believe that this application conforms to the waiver criteria, nor does the Parkridge decision (as discussed in her letter) apply in this instance. Mayor Bauch called the meeting back to order. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 1: Does the proposed action represent a unique condition which is not significant in scale Mr. Leo Sowinski, 16050 51st Avenue South, Tukwila, asked to have it noted that due to lack of publication, many of the residents within the affected area haven't been aware of what is going on. Mr. James McKenna, 16045 48th Avenue South, stated he felt it is a significant condition to the neighborhood. There are no apartments/ condominiums over there. They are talking about 31 units per acre and that is an extremely high population density. A lot of time was spent setting up the Comprehensive Plan. If this is passed it could open the door for apartments on adjacent property. Mr. Ernest Onorati, 5102 South 163rd Place, stated that the Highline Community Plan addresses this area as single family dwellings and the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan addresses this as single family. The citizens have voiced their opinions that they do not want apartments in that area. We have elected you people as Councilmen and you have to follow our wishes and say no condominiums or apartments. Mr. Jack Bryant, architect representing the owner of the property, stated this property is presently zoned RMH and it has been for the past 16 years. They started out with a proposal to use the property at the maximum which is 350 units. Last summer we presented a proposal to build 132 units and it was sent back to staff. We are now down to 98 units and staff has approved our new proposal. The project we now propose is insignificant with the present maximum use of the land. Mr. Bryant requested three changes be made in the Committee of the Whole minutes of May 8, 1978. 1. The minutes read, "revised the drawings" and he stated the working drawings were completed for the 98 -unit project in accordance with Ordinance No. 1035. 2. The minutes refer to his report on the soil tests and he felt the following statement should be included: Normal spread footings would be acceptable for buildings on this property with a 4,000 pound per square foot bearing load. 3. The sentence "a wood material would be used between the windows" should read "asbestos cement material." TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 6 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS Cont. Waiver to Ordinance No. 1035/1053 to construct 98 -unit condominium at South 160th and 53rd South Continued 2/3 Councilman Van Dusen clarified that these are just additions Mr. Bryant wants included in the minutes. Kjell Stoknes, OCD Director, recommended that Items 1 and 2 not be included as they were not a part of the discussion. The drawings have not been presented to the Building Official so the City has no way of knowing if they are complete. Councilman Van Dusen said that the minutes will not be changed but the items will be included in tonight's discussion. Mayor Bauch asked Mr. Bryant if he had the staff approval in writing? Mr. Bryant stated that it was included in the staff report on Resolution No. 489. Mayor Bauch clarified that this was only a recommendation, not an approval. Mr. Dennis Robertson, 16038 48th Avenue South, stated that the issue here is whether it is significant on the present environment of the area. Obviously 31 units per acre is significant; the environment will be changed with a development of two three and four -story buildings. Councilman Bohrer said there are two parts to Criteria I: Is it a unique condition and is it significant in scale? There are other parcels of property which are similarly zoned so it is not unique, and since it compares in size to the waiver just discussed, it is significant in scale. Mr. Gordon Solem, 5155 South 160th, questioned the streets in the area and stated he didn't believe they are equipped to take this type of traffic. Mr. Robert Murphy, 4350 South 156th, said it is significant since there is property west of 42nd Avenue South that is presently zoned and could be used quite readily. Slowly property is being zoned for apartments until eventually the whole hillside will be apartments. As a home owner, we will have to move farther out to avoid this. He also questioned additional traffic routed into the residential area. Mr. Robert Crain, 5105 South 163 Place, stated that the zoning of the property is not unique but the land use plan of high density housing in the area is unique. Mr. Bryant said that everyone who has bought or moved into the McMicken Heights area in the past 16 years should have known the property was zoned for apartments. It has been that way for many years. Mr. Onorati, audience, again stated that there were many meetings for citizen input on what this property should be used for. It is unanimous that it should be single family dwellings. ROLL CALL VOTE: NO BOHRER, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN. MOTION FAILED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL,THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 2: Has the applicant investigated reasonable alternatives available which would not require a waiver Mr. Bryant stated that in their investigation a single family use of this property, as proposed by the new Comprehensive Plan, would be economically out of the question. Mr. D. Robinson said he takes the opposite viewpoint. The property is assessed at $43,000 per acre. If you put 4 or 5 lots per acre at about $12,000 per lot,you have more than that. The real point is that the developer won't make as much money if they develop single family homes. *ROLL CALL VOTE: YES VAN DUSEN NO BOHRER,HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR MOTION FAILED. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 7 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS Cont. Waiver to Ordinance No. 1035/1053 to construct 98 -unit condominium at South 160th and 53rd South j� MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 3: If the request for waiver involves building, grading, clearing, excavation, or filling in a geographical area generally identified by the Environmental Basemap as an area of high natural amenity or development constraint, are mitigation measures provided Mr. R. Crain said there is a history of instablility on the hill. The applicant has addressed the problem of rain water but we do live in an area where the rain, at times, is very, very heavy. There have been many pumps installed by the State below this property. The soils tests showed the water table to be 3 feet below ground level in one of the holes. The sub terranian water has not been addressed. Mr. Bryant stated the report was done by engineers who are experts in this field. Mayor Bauch asked when the owners purchased the property and he was told 1968. Mayor Bauch asked if the owner was aware of the 1960 slide and Mr. Alfred Schmidt, one of the owners, stated he was not. Mr. Onorati, audience, reminded Council of the slide at the intersection of 51st Ave. South and South 160th in about 1973 due to the instability of the soil. Mr. Bryant reported that their plans are to collect the rain water and drain if off in a controlled manner. Anything they do along this line is improving the situation. In his opinion, the slides occurred because of improper drainage. If the 18 -inch line and the catch basins had been installed, then it would not have happened. ROLL CALL VOTE NO BOHRER, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN MOTION FAILED MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 4: Is the request for waiver consistent with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan Mr. Richard Goe, 5112 South 163rd Place, stated that he does not believe that the goals and policies are consistent with Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan. He discussed the routing of vehicle traffic from commercial and industrial areas through residential areas. The working drawings presented by Mr. Bryant show three entrance /exits to the land use area. Two on one side and one on the other of a rather blind corner. The traffic in and out of the complex will cause in excess of a 10 percent increase of the highest hourly use on 53rd South. Mr. Goe discussed transitional areas. If this plan is adopted, it eliminates any potential buffer. Any of these items discussed, as they relate to the single family area, are inconsistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan and the waiver should not be adopted. Mr. Bryant stated if access is a problem, it certainly can be worked out. This is not a point of consideration in this waiver. There is a great need for living quarters for new families in this area. If the policy continues to restrict and keep the maximum use of land out of an area of this sort, you are going diametrically opposed to the energy proposals of our Department of Energy. Mr. D. Robinson pointed out that Tukwila has not, and the Comprehensive Plan does not, state there will be no more apartments or condominiums. There are more being built right now. What it does say is that in this area, there will be single family homes. *ROLL CALL VOTE: NO BOHRER, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN. MOTION FAILED MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL VOTE YES ON CRITERIA NO. 5: Do the requirements of this ordinance impose a special hardship to a site for which a waiver of the provisions wouldnot necessitate major policy commitment prior to the adoption of the Zoning Ordinance and Map TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 8 PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS Cont. Waiver to Ordinance No. 1035/1053 to construct 98 -unit condominium at South 160th and 53rd South ORDINANCES Ordinance #1058 Establishing a Golf Course Special Revenue Fund RESOLUTIONS Resolution #631 Establishing Petty Cash and Change Funds Resolution #632 Recognizing the value of the Interurban Trail and authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Interlocal Agreement *ROLL CALL VOTE: NO BOHRER, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN. MOTION FAILED 2/ 3 c- Due to the vote on each criteria, MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE PRELIMINARY WAIVER APPLICATION BE DENIED. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read an ordinance of the City of Tukwila establishing a Golf Course Special Revenue Fund and amending the 1978 Budget for the estimated revenue and appropriations applicable to the Golf Course Revenue Fund. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1058 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney read a Resolution of the City of Tukwila, Washington, repealing Resolution No. 624 and establishing petty cash and change funds. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 631 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AND THE MAYOR'S LETTER BE READ. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch's letter concerning the proposed bicycling and hiking trail from Fort Dent to the Pierce County line along the old Interurban rail right -of -way was read. King County is proposing an interlocal agreement between the County and the local jurisdictions along the trail. The agreement does not commit the City to any expenditures of funds. He recommended that Council authorize him to enter into this interlocal agreement. Deputy City Attorney Hard read a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Tukwila recognizing the value of the Interurban Trail and authorizing the Mayor to enter into an interlocal agreement with King County and other valley jurisdictions. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 632 BE ADOPTED AS READ. Councilman Saul expressed agreement and stated he felt that this action is a step forward. Don Williams, Recreation Supervisor, reported on the Technical Advisory Committee meeting where the Interlocal Agreement was discussed. The Ccunty has approximately $400,000 to establish a path. The first phase is to complete a path, 10 feet wide, from the main street in Auburn north to South 180th Street. If this is successful, funding for a second phase is possible but it has not been determined which direction it would go. Mayor Bauch explained that Phase I does not enter Tukwila but County neeth the support for future plans. Councilman Traynor asked if restrooms are includedin. the first phase? Mr. Williams stated that the plan has not been finalized but will include historial stops and signing. The restroom locations have not been determined yet. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 9 RESOLUTIONS Cont. Resolution #632 Recognizing the value of the Interurban Trail and authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Interlocal Agreement Cont. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Mayor's Report Grant for Senior Center City Hall Finance Director's Monthly Report on Investments Golf Tournament Councilman Bohrer expressed concern about implementing the agreement. Section 2.3 says, in the event of any disputes, County's decision shall be final and binding. There is also a section that says either party can terminate the agreement subsequent to a 120 -day period following written notification. By signing this agreement, what control are we giving the County over a trail that lies wholly in the City? Mr. Williams said that if all of the Cities along the route don't join, funding a project like this probably would not come about. Councilman Bohrer stated that the issue of future funding is uncertain. If Phase I is from Auburn to South 180th and Phase II probably will be from Auburn to Pacific, Phase III, which will be two years away, may never happen. This is a very ambitious project. He stated he would feel happier if the trail continued on to Seattle instead of dead ending at Fort Dent. Kjell Stoknes stated that King County has intentions of the trail going north from Fort Dent Park. City staff is now considering a grant proposal to proceed north and see if the County will get involved. Councilman Bohrer sited Section 4 on the Delegation of Duties as his other area of concern. He felt the City needs to be aware that we may be asked to maintain a portion of the trail. Councilman Bohrer again asked what authority does this agreement give King County in controlling Christenson Road? Kjell Stoknes explained that the agreement had been sent to the attorney. Mrs. Weule, of the law firm, says that the agreement is rather loosely worded and basically doesn't tie the City down to anything. The purpose behind the agreement is to get the County and the Valley Cities demonstrating to the Federal Government that they can agree to work together. The Federal Government wants this agreement before funding the project. MOTION CARRIED WITH HILL VOTING NO. Mayor Bauch stated that he is meeting with the County on Wednesday to discuss the grant proposal for the Senior Center now that Southgate School hasbeen offered. Mayor Bauch reported on the progress at new city hall. Councilman Hill, member of the Finance Committee, read the Investment Report submitted by Ron Swanson. The investment activity for the month was as follows: Investments Sold $4,565,000.00 Investments Purchased $4,615,000.00 Interest Income 15,021.88 MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Councilman Bohrer suggested, since the City owns a golf course, they should hold the "First Annual Duffers and Hackers Golf Tournament" to be held between the Staff and Council. He volunteered that he and Councilman Saul would form an Ad Hoc Committee to get this on the road. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 15, 1978 Page 10 CALENDAR REVIEW /g/ Sauna License Mayor Bauch reminded Council of the Sauna License revocation hearing Meeting on the 18th of May. Community Affairs Councilman Traynor cancelled the Community Affairs Committee meeting on Committee Wednesday. Finance Personnel Councilman Hill cancelled the Finance and Personnel Committee meeting on the 16th of May. Music Performances Don Williams explained how the City has been operating their agreement with the Renton Musicians Union for music programs in the City. After discussion on this, Mr. Williams suggested that he arrive at a schedule of performances and see if Mr. Kelly of the Union will agree to these. In the past, for $1,000, the City has received their money's worth. ADJOURNMENT 10:19 P.M. MOVED BY SAUL, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL ADJOURN. MOTION CARRIED. !gar U. uch, Mayor M 'Anderson, City Clerk