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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978-06-05 Regular MinutesJune 5, 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 2/5/ 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. GEORGE D. HILL, J. REID JOHANSON, DANIEL J. SAUL, DWAYNE D. TRAYNOR, MABEL J. HARRIS, GARY L. VAN DUSEN, Council President. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCILMAN BOHRER 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; RONALD F. SWANSON, Finance Director; TERENCE MONAGHAN, Public Works Director. MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE MDNUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 15, 1978, BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. MOTION CARRIED. VOUCHER APPROVAL MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE VOUCHERS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRANTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS. MOTION CARRIED. BID OPENINGS AND AWARDS Bid Award: Banking Service MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF MAY 23, 1978, BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. MOTION CARRIED. Vouchers No. 6045 6177 Current Fund 6045 6124 80,595.50 Street Fund 6125 6137 67,673.75 Fed. Shared Revenue 6138 6148 19,285.18 Foster Golf Links 6149 6151 6,494.51 City Hall Const. 6152 6153 9,267.32 Water Fund 6154 6163 9,035.15 Sewer Fund 6164 6176 2,669.95 Golf C. Spc. Rev. 6177 75.00 195,096.36 Mayor Bauch noted that the payment of Voucher No. 6044 had been discussed in Executive Session. The Voucher was approved for payment at the Regular Meeting of May 15, 1978. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL RECONSIDER THE APPROVAL OF VOUCHER NO. 6044 AND REMOVE IT FROM PAYMENT. MOTION CARRIED. Bid Award: Council received a memorandum from Terry Monaghan, Public Works Director, 1978 Street stating that two bids were received as follows: Maintenance Project Associated Sand and Gravel Company 43,453.75 (Strander Blvd.) Hi -Line Asphalt 46,399.40 Engineer's estimate 40,032.24 The bids were received and evaluated by staff and they recommend that the contract be awarded to Associated Sand Gravel Company, the low bidder. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL APPROVE THE RECOMMEND- ATION OF TERRY MONAGHAN AS PRESENTED IN HIS MEMORANDUM. MOTION CARRIED. Council received a memorandum from Ron Swanson, Finance Director, showing the following banking service proposals that were received: Compensating bank Bank balance required Pacific National 58,611.00 Peoples 74,718.00 Seattle First 112,000.00 Rainier National 551,570.90 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING June 5, 1978 Page 2 Bid Awards Cont'd. After reviewing the above proposals, Mr. Swanson recommends that the contract be awarded to Pacific National Bank for an average compensa- ting balance of $58,611.00. Call for Bids: 1978 Street Improvement Project CITIZEN'S COMMENTS Lack of sidewalks in Southcenter Area Moment of Silence Professional Certificate presented to Lynn Devoir Proclamation: Recreation and Parks Month MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE COUNCIL FOLLOW THE RECOMMENDATION OF RON SWANSON AND AWARD THE BID TO PACIFIC NATIONAL BANK. Councilman Saul commented that he felt this was a fair way to select a banking service. Councilman Harris drew attention to the spread in the amount bid by each bank. Councilman Van Dusen asked for an explanation of compensating bank balance. Mr. Swanson explained that this is the amount the bank requires the City to keep in the active account. The bank can make interest on the money so it compensates for the services provided. There are no other charges to the City. MOTION CARRIED. 2/52 Mr. Joseph Ward, Pacific National Bank, thanked Council and offered to answer any questions. Recommendationis to call for Bids for the 1978 Street Improvement Project (So. 147th and 56th Avenue South) on the 30th day of June, 1978 at 10:00 A.M. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL CALL FOR BID AS RECOMMENDED. MOTION CARRIED. Councilman Saul expressed concern over pedestrian traffic in the Southcenter Industrial Area having to walk on the streets as there are no sidewalks provided in the development. Mayor Bauch asked Council and the Audience to stand for a moment of silence in memory of Mr. Burton Lutes who passed away last week. Mr. Lutes served as Councilman for the City in 1947 and 1948. Councilman Van Dusen suggested a Resolution be prepared in memory of Mr. Lutes and that council donate a tree in his name for the memorial grove at new city hall. Councilman Saul noted how hard Mr. Lutes and Mr. Frey had worked building the log cabin in the Bicentennial Park. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT COUNCIL AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO LOOK INTO AN APPROPRIATE MEMORIAL TO MR. LUTES. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch displayed the Professional Certificate received by Lynn Devoir of the Recreation Department. The award was made by the Washington Recreation and Parks Association. Congratulations were extended to Mrs. Devoir. PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS AND SIMILAR MATTERS The following Proclamation was read for the record: WHEREAS, by the virtue of the authority vested in the Governor of Washington by the Consitution, June is designated Recreation and Parks Month; and WHEREAS, some 3,500 citizens of Tukwila may take advantage of the park and recreation system; and WHEREAS, suitable and positive leisure experiences are vital to good physical and mental health and enhances the quality of life for all peoples; and TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING June 5, 1978 Page 3 Proclamation cont'd. LID #27 Claim for Damages: Jack Bowen ORDINANCES Ordinance #1059 regulating and licensing Massage Parlors within the corporate limits of the City: 2153 WHEREAS, all citizens can enjoy self renewal in the out -of- doors through green spaces and facilities in parks; and WHEREAS, all citizens can fulfill their potential in the use of their leisure time through the varied individual and group opportun- ities provided by recreation; and WHEREAS, their services create part of the total lifestyle Washington exhibits in offering an attractive and rich travel experience to visitors; and WHEREAS, King County recognizes that the efforts of the professional park and recreation workers have enhanced the services available to County residents; NOW, THEREFORE, I, EDGAR D. BAUCH, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM THE MONTH OF JUNE AS RECREATION AND PARKS MONTH IN TUKWILA. Don Williams, Recreation Supervisor, gave a short presentation on the activities included in the Tukwila Park and Recreation Program. Terence Monaghan, Public Works Director, reviewed his memorandum of June 2, 1978 to Mayor Bauch concerning LID #27. On May 31, 1978 he received a call regarding the zero assessment on the Bow Lake Transfer Station Property. At that time it was questioned as to why this property had been exluded from an assessment and was told it was excluded by the R -A and R -1 exclusion provision of Ordinance 922. 7.51 acreas of this property was rezoned M -2 on March 25, 1974 and had been included in the preliminary roll. Based on this Harstad Associates were directed to recalculate the roll including the rezoned portion of the King County property. Attorney Hard determined that if an individual assessment was increased after the final hearing, a new hearing and notice must take place. Mr. Monaghan is asking Council concurrence and to have the Public Hearing date set for July 3, 1978. This will allow King County 15 days to file a protest if they so wish. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT COUNCIL CONCUR WITH MR. MONAGHAN'S REQUEST ON L.I.D. #27. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE AGENDA BE AMENDED TO INCLUDE THE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FILED BY JACK BOWEN. MOTION CARRIED. John McFarland, Administrative Assistant, stated that review of the claim and accident report indicates clear liability on behalf of the City. He recommended the claim for $123.31 be awarded. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES BE PAID AS PRESENTED. 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, Washington, regulating and licensing massage parlors within the corporate limits of the City and repealing ordinances 613, 624, 641, 747, 1011. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1059 BE ADOPTED AS READ. Mayor Bauch stated that Councilman Bohrer reviewed the proposed Ordinance in depth. All of his questions and suggestions were discussed with Attorney Woo and minor charges have been made. There is one addition recommended by Councilman Bohrer and that is on Page 5, Section 8, first paragraph. At the end of the first sentence after "thereof he has suggested adding "for every establishment at which the applicant will practice MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE ORDINANCE BE AMENDED TO ADD THE RECOMMENDED WORDING TO SECTION 8. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING June 5, 1978 Page 4 Ordinance #1059 ROLL CALL VOTE: YES HARRIS, HILL, JOHANSON, SAUL. NO TRAYNOR, regulating and VAN DUSEN. MOTION CARRIED. licensing Massage Parlors within the Councilman Van Dusen asked Attorney Hard if, in Section 25, "Treatment corporate limits of or massage of persons of opposite sex is restricted" has been declared the City. non constitutional. Attorney Hard stated that some states have said it Continued is alright and some have said it is not. The State of Washington said it was not alright but, based on a later case, there was a Supreme Court opinion that could reverse the original decision. RESOLUTIONS Resolution #633 Declaring its de- sire and intention to establish a Sister City Program with the City of Ikawa -cho, Japan. Resolution #634 Authorizing the Mayor to sign the labor agreement between the City of Tukwila and Teamsters Local Union No. 763. Resolution #635 Authorizing the Mayor to sign the labor agree- ment between the City of Tukwila and IAFF 2088. (Firefighters) Mayor Bauch reported that the case of K.C.W. Inc. vs. City of Tukwila was heard today and the Judge ruled in favor of the City. The closure of the sauna is still in effect. Councilman Hill asked about Section 6.c. This section exempts barbers and beauticians from falling under the requirements of the ordinance. Attorney Hard stated that barbers and beauticians have to have licenses, they are skilled trades. It is doubtful that an individual wanting to work in a massage parlor will have taken the time to get a barbers or beauticians license. MOTION CARRIED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE AS AMENDED. L/..}/ MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read a resolution of the City of Tukwila, Washington, declaring its desire and intention to establish a Sister City Program with the City of Ikawa -cho, Japan, and to authorize the Mayor to begin the process of establishing such a program. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 633 BE ADOPTED AS READ. Councilman Johanson asked what the extent of a Sister City Program is? Councilman Saul stated that no money is involved. It involves contact with the people, hopefully the school children will want to write. This is a people project. Councilman Harris asked if Ikawa -cho chose us or did we choose them? Councilman Saul stated that Ikawa -cho was looking for a Sister City in the State of Washington. Mayor Bauch read a brief report about the City of Ikawa -cho. MOTION CARRIED MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign the labor agreement between the City of Tukwila and Teamsters Local Union No. 763 for the years 1978 and 1979. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 634 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE AGENDA BE AMENDED TO INCLUDE A RESOLUTION ON THE FIREFIGHTER LABOR AGREEMENT. MOTION CARRIED. John McFarland, Administrative Assistant, explained that negotiations with the Firefighters were concluded some time ago but the signing of the contract was delayed by arbitration. The arbitration award was made two months ago but since then much discussion has gone on over computation of the C.P.I. This has now been resolved and the contract is ready to sign. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING June 5, 1978 Page 5 RESOLUTIONS Continued Resolution #635 Authorizing the Mayor to sign the labor agree- ment between the City of Tukwila and IAFF 2088 Continued. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Mayor's Report New City Hall Planning Comm. Vacancy Park Board Vacancy Janitorial Service Attorney's Report LID #28 LID #25 Golf Course Management Contract MISCELLANEOUS AND FURTHER AUDIENCE COMMENTS Golf Course RECESS 8:34 P.M. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL TAKE A SHORT BREAK AND THEN GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION. MOTION CARRIED. EXECUTIVE SESSION 9:14 P.M. ADJOURNMENT: 9:16 P.M. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign the labor agreement between the City of Tukwila and IAFF 2088 for the years 1978 and 1979. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 635 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch called Council attention to his memorandum regarding the contractors security of new city hall. The key is available to all Council Members and Department Heads at the Police Department if they wish to enter city hall after workhours or on weekends. Mr. Hans West has resigned from the Planning Commission. Mayor Bauch asked anyone who might have a nomination for the position to submit the name to him. The vacancy on the Park Board has not been filled to date but the Board has agreed to start meeting in the evening so a new member should be easier to find. Mayor Bauch asked Council concurrence on the investigation of janitorial service for new city hall. He stated that he would bring cost figures back to the Council. There were no objections to this suggestion. Attorney Hard reported that during the month of May he was busy with a case that did not involve the City. He will now get back to City business. The most important items were handled by other members of the firm. The City won the case in the Court of Appeals however, the property owners have asked the Court of Appeals to reconsider because there is a sentence in the opinion where the Judge misstated a fact. The Court has agreed to reconsider so another hearing should be held shortly. Per his discussion with the Council, Attorney Hard reported that he mailed a letter to the property owners in the LID and, so far, has gotten no response. As yet, the Golf Course Management Contract has not been signed. They hope to have it ready for signatures this week. Councilman Saul asked about the income per day from the Golf Course and said he would like to seethe written report. The month of May averaged a little better than $800 per day. The Session is called to discuss a personnel matter. Mayor and Council were the only ones present. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE EXECUTIVE SESSION BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL ADJOURN. MOTION CARRIED. PI Ai aeael MAYOR CPTY CLERK 2/55-