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Home My WebLink About1978-12-18 Regular MinutesDecember 18, 1978 7:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE MINUTE APPROVAL VOUCHER APPROVAL Presentation from 406 Soccer Club PUBLIC HEARINGS LID #29, continued from Dec. 11, 1978 TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Tukwila City Hall REGULAR MEETING Council Chambers M I N U T E S Mayor Bauch, presiding, led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order. LIONEL C. BOHRER, MABEL J. HARRIS, GEORGE D. HILL, J. REID JOHANSON, DANIEL J. SAUL, GARY L. VAN DUSEN, Council President. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT COUNCILMAN TRAYNOR BE EXCUSED FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. MARY COLLEEN WEULE, Deputy City Attorney; KJELL STOKNES, OCD Director; TERENCE MONAGHAN, Public Works Director; MAXINE ANDERSON, City Clerk. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 4, 1978, BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE VOUCHERS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRANTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS.* Councilman Saul noted that various Departments are making trips to the same stores on the same days and said he hopes that someone will consolidate the buying for the City. He questioned the purchase of a kiln for $857 and said he doesn't remember approving the purchase. Councilman Johanson said he also feels there could be an improvement made in the purchasing of small items. Mayor Bauch explained that after January 1 there will be central purchasing of office supplies and a storage area set up in the City Shop so that small parts can be stored. Councilman Saul said that it appears that the higher paid personnel is doing the running. Councilman Bohrer noted that the City bought 50 lbs. of bird seed and wondered why. Mayor Bauch said it is to plant for a ground cover. *MOTION CARRIED. Claims Fund Vouchers #1241 #1422 Current Fund Golf Crse.Spec. Rev. Street Fund Fed. Shared Rev. Land Acq; etc. Foster Golf Acq. City Hall Constr. Water Fund Sewer Fund City Hall Ltd Bond 1241 1355 1356 1357 1373 1374 1380 1381 1384 1385 1386 1388 1389 1406 1407 1421 1422 34,649.06 773.05 2,636.45 30,141.31 27,686.96 150.00 1,027.75 20,553.01 11,422.65 30,867.92 $159,908.16 X350 A gentleman representing the 406 Soccer Club presented a plaque to the Tukwila Police Department for their work with the youth soccer program. Officer Steve Robinson was on hand to receive the award for Chief Sheets, Ms. Chris Toelkes, Officers Kilburg, Gidlof and Robinson. Letter from Affiliated American Corporation; Tukwila Investors, and Pacific Townhouse Builders was read for the record. They are proposing to have further engineering design and field work done to determine the type of road improvements deemed necessary. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING December 18, 1978 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS Cont. LID #29, continued from Dec. 11, 1978 Second Hearing, Unclassified designation for proposed Riverton Annexation CITIZEN'S COMMENTS Letter commending the Tukwila Police Dept. ORDINANCES Ordinance #1089 amending the 1978 budget Ordinance #1090 adopting the annual budget for the fiscal year 1979 They agree to underwrite the cost to a maximum of $13,000. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 5, 1979, AND THAT COUNCIL ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL SET FORTH IN THE LETTER. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch explained that this is the second Public Hearing on the unclassified designation for the proposed Riverton Annexation as required by law. The first hearing was very extensive. This hearing is for revised or new information and for those that have not spoken before. With this, he declared the Public Hearing open. Mr. Ray Rosatto said he is one of the owners of the most northerly piece of property included in the annexation. He had stated before and wanted to restate that they do not want to be annexed. Mayor Bauch announced that the Boundary Review Board has taken jurisdiction of this annexation and will hold a Public Hearing at Southgate Community Center on February 15, 1979, at 7:30 P.M. Mr. Henry Rostad, Realtor, said he is speaking for the Industrial property, whether zoned or potentially zoned. They would withdraw from the annexation to protect their property if it is necessary. They now know what they have or what they can obtain. Mr. Steven Crary, representing Rainier National Bank, stated the Bank's position remains the same. If the conditional use classification, subject to single family restricitons, is to go into effect upon annexation, it is their view that their property should be exempted from the single family restriction so there will not be an extended period when no further development can take place. Councilman Saul reminded the audience that this is only a temporary measure. Mayor Bauch said it either comes in unclassified or you classify it first -that is the two choices. There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed. Council President Van Dusen read a letter from Mr. Frank Kittner, Seattle, commending the Tukwila Police Department and specifically, Officer J. D. Shirey for the assistance extended to he and his wife on November 20th. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney M. Colleen Weule read an Ordinance amending the 1978 budget as adopted by Ordinance No. 1045 in order to appropriate unanticipated revenue into the City Hall Construction Fund. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HARRIS, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1089 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. a3s/ Deputy City Attorney M. Colleen Weule read an Ordinance Adopting the annual budget of the City of Tukwila, Washington, for the fiscal year 1979. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING December 18, 1978 Page 3 ORDINANCES cont. Ordinance #1090 adopting the annual budget for the fiscal year 1979 Ordinance #1091- Proposed Ordinance ordering the improvement of property along 62nd Ave. So. So. 153rd (LID #29) RESOLUTIONS Resolution #663 accepting a dona- tion for the Fire Dept. Aid Car MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1090 BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Councilman Bohrer referred to a comparative study done by Councilman Traynor of the manning in our Sewer and Water Departments as compared to other local Departments. The concensus seemed to be that Tukwila is over manned by two people. The question was also raised about the manning level of the Park Maintenance Department which currently has four people at a time of the year when there is little to be done. MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE BUDGET LEVEL IN THE SEWER DEPARTMENT BE DECREASED BY TWO POSITIONS FOR 1979. Councilman Bohrer explained that this would result in no net adjustment to the budget but would result in an increase in the Sewer Fund ending cash reserve of $35,705. Councilman Hill said that everyone seemed to agree that there is a possibility we are over manned in a couple of Departments, but as he remembered, Council had agreed to take care of this through attrition. He said he prefers the attrition method. Councilman Johanson said he supports Councilman Traynor's report and also agrees this would be done through attrition. Mayor Bauch said that the printed budget will contain the proviso for attrition per the Committee of the Whole Meeting. Councilman Harris asked if the two engineering positions are filled can the Department do without two of the lesser positions? Mr. Monaghan said that each position stands on its own. Councilman Bohrer said we are manning to budget level -not to the Department needs. The motion is directed at the Sewer Department to avoid changing the ordinance but the intent is to eliminate the two people within the three Departments with the lowest seniority. *MOTION FAILED WITH COUNCILMAN BOHRER VOTING YES. *MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney M. Colleen Weule read an Ordinance of the City of Tukwila amending Ordinance Number 1035 and 1053 by extending the termination date. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1091 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THIS ORDINANCE BE TABLED TO FEBRUARY 5, 1979. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney M. Colleen Weule read a resolution of the City of Tukwila, Washington, accepting a donation for the Fire Department Aid Car. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT RESOLUTION NUMBER 663 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING December 18, 1978 Page 4 RESOLUTIONS cont. Resolution #664 authorizing the Mayor to negotiate and execute a Jail Facility Use Agreement Resolution #665- Resolution #666 authorizing the Mayor to execute a Mutual Aid Agreement for Public Services Resolution #667 Increasing, by 7 all Salary Grades Steps in the Wage and Salary Plan DEPARTMENT REPORTS Mayor's Report Surplussed Aid Car MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney M. Colleen Weule read a Resolution of the City of Tukwila, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to negotiate and execute a Jail Facility Use Agreement. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 664 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney M. Colleen Weule read a Resolution of the City of Tukwila, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to negotiate and execute an agreement with King County Water District No. 125. 3s3 MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 665 BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney M. Colleen Weule read a Resolution of the City of Tukwila, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Mutual Aid Agreement for Public Services with the municipalities of Renton, Kent, Auburn, and the Port of Seattle. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 666 BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Mayor Bauch said this Resolution has been to the Public Safety Committee and they feel it is a desirable action for the City to take. *MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney M. Colleen Weule read a Resolution of the City of Tukwila, Washington, amending "Attachment B" of Resolution No. 614 by increasing, by 7 all salary grades and steps in the wage and salary plan. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT RESOLUTION NO. 667 BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Councilman Johanson expressed concern over the salary increases and thought Council should investigate to see if there is a more appropriate way to increase salaries. He suggested a cost -of- living agreement negotiated as a separate item. Mayor Bauch said, if it becomes necessary because of the economy, these salaries can be reduced. It is the salaries under the negotiated contracts that can't be changed. Councilman Saul asked about fringe benefits and Mayor Bauch said you can't eliminate them. *MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Bauch reported that Valley General Hospital has accepted the offer to buy the surplussed Aid Car for $4,000. The agreement should be executed about January 3rd. TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING December 18, 1978 Page 5 DEPARTMENT REPORTS cont. Mayor's Report Metro Transit Meeting Cancellation Finance Director's Monthly Report MERRY CHRISTMAS ADJOURNMENT 8:20 P.M. He reported on a meeting he had with Metro Transit as to their plans for the service in the Tukwila Business District. After they heard all of the proposed development in the area they agreed to have a planner come out and look at it before it really gets out of hand. They also discussed Mini Park and Ride Lots along Interurban. MOVED BY SAUL, SECONDED BY JOHANSON, THAT THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF DECEMBER 26th, BE CANCELLED. MOTION CARRIED. Councilman Harris read the Monthly Report of Investments submitted by Ron Swanson, Finance Director. Interest income for November amounted to $17,979.85. Investments Sold $2,290,000 Investments Purchased $2,265,000 Mayor and Council wished everyone a Merry Christmas. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL ADJOURN. MOTION CARRIED. Mayor V �Ci t� Cl'rk