HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-04-09 Committee of the Whole MinutesTukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers April 9,2O1O-7:0Op.M.
MINUTES
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Seal called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience
in the Piedge of Allegiance.
OFFICIALS
Present were Council President Seal; Councilmembers Kathy Hougondy, Oo'Sean Quinn, Kate KruUer,
Thomas McLeod, Zak dan.
Councilmember Robertson was not n attendance.
CITY OFFICIALS
Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David C|ine, City Administrator; Jack Pace, Community Development Director;
Bruce Linton, Police Chief; Henry Hash, Public Works Director; Brandon K0i|ea, Business Relations
Manager; Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk.
AGENDA AMENDMENT
Council President Seal asked for consensus to remove agenda items 5.a and 5.b, "an ordinance relating
to regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units," and "Council consensus on short-term rentals," from the
agenda and move these items to the May 14, 2018 Committee of the Whole Meeting.
She stated that due to two family emergencies, staff and legal counsel cannot be present at tonight's
meeting. However, the Public Hearing on Accessory Dwelling Units will be conducted as planned and will
be continued for additional testimony on May 14, 2018.
Following questions from Councilmembers, Ms. Seal clarified the public can speak again at the May 14,
2018 Committee of the Whole Meeting.
COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO AMEND THE AGENDA AS REQUESTED ABOVE.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation of Washington Municipal Clerks Association (WMCA) "Clerk of the Year' award to
Christy O'Flaherty.
Virginia O|san, WMCA Presidend, introduced the following individuals:
Paula Swisher, WMCA President -Elect and City Clerk -Treasurer, City of Brier
Jodi Wycoff, City Clerk, City of Duvall
Melissa Hart McCain, Assistant Public Records Officer, City of Renton
Ms. Olsen shared some highlights from the nomination letter submitted by Rachel Turpin, City Attorney.
"Clerk of the Year" is awarded to those who have made significant contributions or have performed
outstanding service to WMCA, the profession of municipal o|erk, and his/her individual municipality. Ms.
Turpin commended Ms. O'Flaherty for her leadership, organization, administration and communications
within the City of Tukwila. Ms. O'Flaherty has also served WMCA as a board member, Vice President and
President -Elect.
Ms. Swisher presented the "Clerk of the Year" award to Ms. O'Flaherty on behalf of WMCA.
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Ms. O'Flaherty explained that WMCA is a highly structured association that promotes the professional
standards of Municipal Clerks in the Northwest region. She is honored to be recognized by her peers and
by the City Attorney. Ms. O'Flaherty thanked the Mayor, City Administrator, and Council for their support
and noted her staff makes it possible for the City Clerk's Office to maintain a high level of service and
quality of work. She also thanked her husband, John O'Flaherty.
b. A proclamation recognizing April 14, 2018, as "Sikh Heritage Day" in the City of Tukwila.
Mayor Ekberg read a proclamation declaring April 14, 2018 as Sikh Heritage Day in the City of Tukwila,
encouraging all community residents to celebrate the many contributions of the Sikh community in
Tukwila. Mr. Ekberg thanked Councilmember Idan for bringing forward this issue.
Mayor Ekberg presented the proclamation to Satwinder Kaur, Councilmember with the City of Kent.
Ms. Kaur accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Sikh community. She stated that Sikhs have been
here for over one hundred years and are still perceived as being new to the region. Sikh values are
similar to American values. Ms. Kaur invited City officials and the public to join the Sikh community at
Gurudwara Singh Sabha Temple in Renton on Sundays. She also extended an invitation to a celebration
that will be held on May 26, 2018 at the ShoWare Center.
Councilmember Kruller thanked the Sikh community for attending tonight's meeting. She shared that she
has visited Gurudwara Singh Sabha Temple and found it to be a very welcoming community.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Takele Gobena, SeaTac, is present tonight to speak on the displacement of small business owners due
to the siting of the proposed Justice Center. He has frequented businesses along Tukwila International
Boulevard (TIB) for the past eight years. Small business owners contribute to the community by paying
taxes and hiring locally. He is against the eviction of the immigrant community. He urged the City to
reconsider its decision.
Mohamed Sheikh Hassan, 16300 Christensen Road, is a member of the Somali community in Tukwila.
He expressed that Councilmember Idan's presence on the Council will be valuable in understanding the
diversity of the community. Mr. Hassan works for the City of Seattle as a policy advisor, commissioner
and advocate. He has fought on behalf of the Somali and East African communities for the past several
years, but never thought he would have to stand before the City of Tukwila's Council. He thought King
County was progressive and that it cared about the minority population, immigrants and refugees. He
came to this country as a refugee in 1994 and saw how the immigrant community transformed Seward
Park into a safer, more desirable neighborhood. This community was forced out of Seward Park and
came to Tukwila. 98188 is a diverse zip code, but if the City uproots the Somali and East African
community, it will lose its diversity as it becomes gentrified. He asked the Council to reconsider its
decision.
Miguel Maestas, 13208 32nd Avenue South, has lived in Tukwila for 9 years and is affiliated with El
Centro de la Raza. Tukwila is an international city and he is proud of its diversity. His children graduated
from Foster High School. Mr. Maestas called for appreciation of community and diversity in a time of great
division in the United States. Immigrant communities are being threatened by displacement due to
gentrification. He asked whether Tukwila will be proactive in protecting its most vulnerable populations.
The fact that immigrant communities feel unheard and excluded should be taken into account. Many of
the buildings along TIB were vacant and dilapidated until these immigrant businesses arrived and
contributed to improvements in the area. They also provide places of gathering and unique services to
residents and visitors. He called on the Council to stop the purchase of property, study the social and
economic value of small businesses along TIB and make a plan to help businesses thrive in place. Mr.
Maestas stated there is still time to have a productive dialogue about the value of these businesses to
Tukwila.
Ubah Aden, 4252 South 158th Street, is here in support of the small businesses being displaced. She has
lived in Tukwila for over four years and her children attend schools in Tukwila. Tukwila is home to their
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family after moving from Georgia. There are over 84 different languages spoken in Tukwila and many
nationalities are represented in the City. Many women -owned businesses will be displaced and will not be
able to survive on their own in a different location. Ms. Aden expressed that the Public Safety Plan has
not included immigrant business owners in conversations and decisions. She emphasized that these
businesses are the heart of the immigrant community in Tukwila and urged the Council to include them in
the decision making process.
Randi Kearn stated she is here to stand in solidarity with the businesses that will be displaced by the
siting of the proposed Justice Center. She is perturbed that their way of life is being uprooted. A line is
being crossed but the Council has an opportunity to make this right and show respect to the immigrant
community. She asked the Council to reconsider tearing out vital businesses to make way for the Justice
Center. She would like to see taxpayer money put to better use.
Tawfik Maudah, 3210 South 176th Street, SeaTac, owns Bayview Motorclub, which is one of the
businesses that will be displaced by the Justice Center. He is here tonight to ask the Council to stop the
purchase of these properties. He stated at least half of the businesses will disappear if relocated because
they have built their community and clientele based on the current location. Mr. Maudah emphasized that
while he is in favor of new public safety facilities, other sites are available that will not cause the fracture
of 16 businesses. The businesses being displaced support family members overseas. He relayed that
business owners had minimal time to learn about this major project that is impacting their lives. He asked
the Council to reconsider the siting of the Justice Center.
Abdirizaq Sheikomar, 14828 Military Road South, stated he is one of the business owners that will be
displaced by the Justice Center. This is the second time he's been to a Council meeting. He was scared
to attend last year because he did not know what was going on. He hopes the City can stop purchasing
the businesses along TIB. He has owned his business for the last 7 years but struggled. He has worked
as a taxi driver at night and ran his business during the day. Mr. Sheikomar expressed that in the future,
he will vote for those who can represent his voice. He asked the Council to consider a different location.
Abdi Adan, 428 Southwest 112th Place, Seattle, is one of the businesses affected by the proposed
Justice Center. He shared that before businesses came to TIB, it was infested with crime and rats. Now,
TIB is bustling with commerce and business owners pay several thousand in taxes. He stated the
businesses being displaced are a combination of restaurants, groceries, international bazaars,
professional services and much more. He expressed it is unfortunate and disheartening that the business
community was not engaged earlier. 6 to 7 days is not enough notice. He stated that when they lose their
businesses, an entire community will be lost. Mr. Adan has tried to engage the City but was only offered
two months of reduced rent, which will not be enough to mitigate the loss. He suggested moving the
timeline back and finding a way to rebuild the impacted businesses.
Emily Zisette, 13600 53rd Avenue South, is in support of those speaking out against the displacement of
businesses for the Justice Center. She noted that Tukwila is located on Duwamish land and asked the
Council to consider that there is a history of colonization. The City is taking land without considering the
existing community. Ms. Zisette is against the Justice Center, as the police do not make her feel safe.
Youth in her neighborhood often ask her for rides because they are wary of the increased police
presence. She noted mass incarceration does not help reduce crime rates. The immigrant community is
being displaced due to gentrification. She does not feel the City is considering the impacts of its actions.
Adam Ashoor, 22810 30th Avenue South, Des Moines, owns one of the businesses that will be displaced
by the Justice Center. When he first started his business in 2003, there was widespread crime along TIB.
Business owners came to the boulevard and invested in improvements. He received 6 days' notice that
the City intended to take his business to build the Justice Center. Business owners and residents did not
have a chance to participate in the decision-making process. He asked who was responsible for selecting
the site and why other parts of the City were not considered. Mr. Ashoor feels the immigrant community is
being targeted. He urged the Council to reconsider its decision.
Simon Stephens is concerned the City is requesting addresses from those speaking under Public
Comments. He reminded the Council they work for the people. He is present tonight in solidarity with the
immigrant communities that are being displaced by the Justice Center. He frequents many of these
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businesses. Losing this community would be a loss for the City. Mr. Stephens read part of the Tukwila
Police Department's Strategic Plan, which highlights diversity as one of its key issues. Mr. Stephens
asked Police Chief Bruce Linton to speak on the issue of diversity as it relates to the proposed Justice
Center and displacement of minority-owned businesses.
Council President Seal asked Mr. Stephens to address his comments to the Council. Following a request
from Mr. Stephens for a response, Ms. Seal invited him to speak to Police Chief Linton in the lobby.
Laura Cruz, 3039 154th Street, SeaTac, provided comments through an interpreter. She has owned her
business for 7 years and does not want to move her business because it is close to where she resides.
Her customers know where she is located. Ms. Cruz conveyed that it is unjust to force her to move after
she has invested a lot of money into her business. Moving to a new location will be extremely difficult and
financially risky as she may lose customers. It will take her a long time to recoup her losses. She
expressed that she would like to stay in her current location because it is her business and home.
Mohamed Sharif, 15045 Tukwila International Boulevard, is one of the business owners who will be
displaced by the Justice Center. He shared that he sent a letter to City officials and administration but did
not receive a response from anyone except Brandon Miles. He declined meeting with Mr. Miles because
rather than have information passed along, Mr. Sharif would like to meet directly with the Mayor, City
Administrator and City Attorney. Mr. Sharif feels the City is not trying to respect and understand the
positions of the business owners who will be displaced. He stated elected officials swear to serve the City
and its residents. Although he is a taxpayer, he does not feel immigrants receive the same level of service
from the City compared to other residents. He asked that City officials and administration meet with him to
discuss the displacement of businesses.
Omar Osman, 13445 Martin Luther King Junior Way South, Seattle, is a student at a local college but
often visits Tukwila. There has been discussion tonight on race and culture, but no mention of economic
diversity. Immigrants face barriers in opening big businesses. Removing small businesses means
removing an entire community because they will not live there anymore. When he came to the United
States two years ago from a refugee camp in Kenya, his family experienced culture shock. Having a
familiar community to visit is invaluable. His mother was able to find a job in Tukwila because of the East
African community in place, but with the displacement of these businesses, his family's financial stability
is at risk. Mr. Osman requested that the City acknowledge economic diversity. He conveyed that his
community values Tukwila as a place to gather and asked the Council not to push them out. He is hoping
to seek a Council seat in the future.
Sharon Mann, 4452 South 160th Street, expressed the other side of the coin needs to be heard. As a
resident since 1975 and Co -Chair of the Tukwila International Boulevard Action Committee (TIBAC), she
has been involved in many community meetings on the siting of the Justice Center and fire stations. She
expressed that there were opportunities to provide input. She feels the committee that studied possible
locations took a long time to give recommendations. It has taken many years to clean up TIB. Siting the
Justice Center on TIB will allow for easier resident access to City buildings and facilities. She commended
the Council and City administration for their work on the Public Safety plan. She relayed that those who
have been involved had much more than 6 days to provide input.
Ahmed Adan noted that while some residents were involved in the decision-making process, the people
who are most impacted by the siting of the Justice Center were not engaged. He emphasized that TIB's
revitalization is due in part to the business community. It is disheartening that the City is telling these
business owners and building tenants to take a loss, while the land owners will be receiving more than
market value for their properties. Mr. Adan asked whether there are other viable options for impacted
businesses, such as providing a different space for the relocation of these businesses. He noted that it
appeared the City is "jumping over hoops" to build the Justice Center and not investing the same level of
effort towards impacted business owners. Despite the diversity on the Council, there is a lack of
commitment towards the diversity in the community. If the siting of the Justice Center is inevitable, he
suggested additional actions from the City to show good faith to the business community.
John Page, Seattle, expressed the Council appears to feel entitled to the land. This has been a
contentious process and, in a sense, is related to race. He stated that the Council may not have known
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the chosen site was critical to the survival of the immigrant and refugee community. However, now that
the Council is aware, an effort should be made to think of other options. Mr. Page expressed that the
Council does not know what it is like to live in a refugee camp for years or decades. He implored the
Council to be humane in considering the displacement of an immigrant community. If a different
community were being displaced, it would be a different process.
Council President Seal thanked those present tonight for attending and speaking to the Council. She
invited the public to continue their discussion and convey their concerns to David Cline, City
Administrator, and Brandon Miles, Business Relations Manager, in the lobby.
Councilmember Quinn conveyed that it is difficult to listen to public testimony and not respond per the
Council meeting process. Hearing the challenges faced by the displaced businesses weighs on the
Council. He noted he has questions about the issues raised by speakers tonight.
Councilmember Idan would like to ensure that the City understands the importance of these businesses
to the immigrant and refugee community. He shared that Mr. Sharif's letter, mentioned in his comment,
asks the City to conduct a market analysis of the social and economic value of businesses along the
boulevard. Mr. Idan expressed that in his culture, it is disrespectful to conduct business through an
intermediary. He would like to see decision makers engaging directly with the impacted businesses. Last
year, the Council voted 7-0 in favor of the siting of the Justice Center. He is in support of bringing this
issue back to the dais. He would like to see the City work with the community and learn from this issue.
Councilmember Kruller concurred that the Council works for the people and stated they are all neighbors.
She recognizes the gravity of the displacement of businesses and that the City has not communicated
well to the community. The Council voted 7-0 to make Tukwila better for the entire community and does
not want to do so at the expense of others. She cautioned that while the Council is limited in how it can
navigate and respond, she would like to see City administration meet with the community on this issue.
Council President Seal announced Mr. Cline and Mr. Miles were available for questions in the lobby.
Dennis Martinez, 4660 South 160th Street, thanked the Council for taking his public comment regarding
agenda item 5.c earlier, as he needs to leave for the airport soon. He is in favor of the amendment to the
Interlocal Agreement with Valley View Sewer District but wants to highlight two issues. He was first
notified of this process back in August 2015. In the last meeting he attended with Valley View, he was
informed the City would incur fewer costs due to grant funding. However, based on his calculations, 150
Loop residents will be charged $19,301 for hookup to the Valley View Sewer District. The grants received
by Valley View will not be used towards residents. Mr. Martinez also noted there is a non -construction
related connection charge, which he has not heard of before. In addition, McMicken Heights should have
been included in discussions around sewer services in the area but was not. He would like to see another
representative from the community at the meetings with Valley View Sewer District.
Councilmember Kruller offered to attend a Valley View Sewer District meeting with Mr. Martinez to look
into the issues he raised.
PUBLIC HEARING
An ordinance relating to regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
8:44 p.m. Council President Seal opened the public hearing and asked for public comments.
Ms. Seal explained the Council would take public testimony tonight and hear a staff report at the May 14,
2018 Committee of the Whole Meeting.
Council President Seal called for public comments.
8:44 p.m. Councilmember Hougardy left the Council Chambers.
8:46 p.m. Councilmember Hougardy returned to the Council Chambers.
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Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk, acknowledged receipt of 4 pages of emails relating to ADUs, received by
the Department of Community Development. The following written comments were distributed to the
Council and referenced into the record:
1. Two emoi|afrom Pam Carter, dated April g.2018.
2. Two emails from Scott Kruize, dated April 7, 2018
3. An email from Lydia Quintero, dated April 4, 2018.
4. An email from Patricia Perry, dated April 4, 2018.
Scott Kruize, 4457 South 158th Street, is against relaxing the regulations on ADUs. He expressed that
the proposed ordinance denies residents the right to continue living in a single-family, low-density
residential neighborhood by allowing ADUs and rentals to flourish, Mr. Kruize followed a conventional
path to homeownership with his wife, 8andna, after living in high-density apartments for many years. He
volunteers for the Park Commission so that residents and visitors may enjoy c|ean, green parks.
Howevar, he is opposed to stressing City resources with an influx of residents. Mr, Kruize does not know
what is driving the pressure for more ADUs and rentals but does not think the revenue generated by the
City will be enough to offset the expenses and workload of regulating ADUs. He cautioned against
providing an amnesty period for registering illegal ADUs, as it may encourage noncompliance. High-
density areas are being added and could be expanded if Tukwila needs to increase its population.
However, his suggestion is to reject the ordinance and instead focus on enforcing existing regulations so
that neighborhoods are Iivable for current homeowners and residents.
Sandra Kruize, 4457 South 158th Street, received a postcard Iast July outlining the proposed changes.
She assumed all other Tukwila residents received the same communication but learned that others did
not receive a postcardThe ADU survey and postcard were sent directly to landlords of single-family and
multi -family units, and members of boards and commissions. Residents were Ieft to three options to learn
about this issue: Read the July 2017 Tukwila Reporter, visit the City's Facebook page, or receive a public
notice through events at the park. Her neighbors still don't know about the proposed changes to ADUs.
She asked that the City send out the postcards again to all residents to ensure everybody has the same
knowledge. She noted the nature of her neighborhood will change and will no longer be low-density if
ADUs are aHowed.
8:53 p.m. Counci|member|danleft the Council Chambers.
Paul Bronson, 3115 South 133rd Street, explained ADUs are already allowed in the City. This ordinance
addresses whether detached ADUs will be allowed. Mr. Bronson has a garage that is four feet away from
his house and could easily be converted into an ADU per the proposed regulations, but to meet current
code noquinements, he is tearing everything down to build a new addition to his house. He is in support of
the ordinance but suggested increasing the size of the ADU depending on the size of the house, as many
houses in his neighborhood tend to be Iess than 800 square feet.
Vicky Lazada, 3250 South 137th Stpeot, grew up in New York. He enjoys living in a single-family home
but is concerned about the lack of available street parking. He built a driveway for his house because
parking was an issue. If property owners have ADUs and are utilizing them as rental units, he would like
to see off-street parking included as a requirement. Mr. Lazada noted affordable housing is needed in the
City but is concerned about building safety as it relates to ADUs. He has a background in construction
and has seen ADUs without fire exits. He suggested allowing ADUs only if the lot is large enough, and
limiting the number of cars allowed on properties with ADUs to reduce neighborhood parking impacts.
8:01 p.m. Councilmember Idan returned to the Council Chambers.
Sandy Gadd, 14210 56th Avenue South, s here to state that she and her husband are in support of
relaxing regulations for ADUs. She noted not every homeowner has the luxury or ability to keep up with
increasing property taxes and insurance costs. To stay in her home, MsGadd shared it may be
necessary to have an ADU to obtain rental income. She also believes ADUs will baa good resource for
those who want to live in an extended family environment. ADUs are also a valuable resource for elderly
homeowners. ADU regulations already nxiet, but these proposed changes offer an amnesty period and
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consider allowing backyard cottages. These recommendations take into account proper egress and fire
safety, as well as issues surrounding parking. Ms. Gadd expressed that the existence of an ADU on a
property does not necessarily mean there will be parking issues. She supports the proposed regulations
and thinks it is necessary to offset rising homeownership costs.
Robert Anderson, 13012 56th Avenue South, expressed that there has been a lot of good discussion
tonight and some legitimate concerns have been raised. He is concerned about requiring a fixed
percentage that can be occupied by an attached ADU. 40% seems like an arbitrary number to him. He
also spoke against the amnesty provision in the ordinance, as it does not seem fair. Mr. Anderson also
expressed concern regarding the decreased lot area requirement, as ADUs tend to be high occupancy.
He emphasized that he is a proponent of the proposed regulations and looks forward to enforcement of
existing and new regulations.
Eileen Babula, 10405 47th Avenue South, has lived in Tukwila with her husband for several decades.
They have a large lot. Last year when a bridge near their property was undergoing construction, they saw
such an increase in traffic that they found it difficult to navigate around their neighborhood. She is
concerned about adding more cars to the road and bringing higher density to Tukwila's residential areas.
She noted an increase in population also necessitates increases in provision of services. While the City
may generate some income from ADUs and rentals, she is against this proposal. She pays high taxes to
live in a private, rural lot. She is concerned the true cost of allowing more ADUs will be borne by
homeowners.
Dave Puki, 3748 South 152nd Street, is in favor of expanding regulations to allow for more ADUs. His
only concern is whether there will be ample parking. He cited the example of two houses near his
property that are experiencing parking issues. Code Enforcement is historically unable to deal effectively
with rental situations. He hopes that will be addressed within these proposed regulations.
Adrian Mustea, 6957 134th Court Southeast, Newcastle, is in favor of ADUs because it provides an
opportunity for homeowners to use their property as they see fit. He expressed that the presence of an
ADU will not necessarily create problems and impacts can be mitigated. He suggested the City use a
community liaison to assist with enforcement and outreach. Mr. Mustea noted real estate prices are rising.
While an ADU may not be desirable to some homeowners today, in 2 or 3 years, ADUs may be a greater
asset. Taxes are set by the King County Assessor's office, rather than the City. Mr. Mustea also spoke in
favor of using ADUs as a way to solve the issue of multigenerational occupancy, stagnant wages, and the
rising cost of living.
9:23 p.m. Council President Seal continued the public hearing for further testimony to May 14,
2018.
SPECIAL ISSUES
(Items 5a and 5b removed per agenda amendment on Page 1)
c. An amendment to Interlocal Agreement #15-115 with Valley View Sewer District to provide
sewer services to "the Loop" (an area in Tukwila bounded generally by South 160th Street, 42nd
Avenue South, State Route 518, and 51St Avenue South).
Councilmember McLeod indicated this item was discussed at the Transportation Committee meeting on
March 26, 2018. The committee members were unanimous in recommending approval.
Mr. Cline stated Henry Hash, Public Works Director, is present to answer questions from the Council. Mr.
Cline provided a brief overview of this amendment as follows:
The amended agreement:
1. Adds the Crystal Springs neighborhood to the portion of the City covered by the agreement.
2. Revises the time period that the City must complete the installation of manholes and piping in
42nd Avenue South that supports the installation of sewers in the Loop area.
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3. Requires that if Valley View Sewer District does not complete the installation of sewers in the
area covered by the agreement by January 1, 2021, the City will complete the installation of
sewers and the District will reimburse the City for costs it incurred to complete the project.
Councilmember Hougardy referenced Mr. Martinezs comments from earlier and noted this amendment
does not address the fees mentioned by Mr. Martinez. She asked the following questions:
• Can the fees be addressed at a later Ume?
• Are the changes related to the topography of the area?
Mr. Hash responded in the affirmative to both questions.
COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Ekberg reported visiting TukwUa Village with the Council last week. He also reported that the
Duwamish Southside Rotary Club hosted Congressman Adam Smith.
b. City Council
Councilmember Hougardy attended a monthly meeting for the Equity and Social Justice Commission on
April 5, 2018. The Commission is working on issues relating to diversity.
Councilmember Kruller reported attending a Sound Cities Association networking dinner. Ms. Kruller
relayed Former City of Tacoma Mayor Marilyn Strickland is now the Executive Director of the Seattle
Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Strickland spoke to all of the cities in attendance and focused
on regional thinking and competing in a world market. Ms. Kruller emphasized the importance of
marketing Tukwila separately from Seattle. She appreciated the opportunity to visit Tukwila Village last
week. It is especially meaningful because it is the product of decades of dreams and development. She
looks forward to the benefits this development will bring to the community.
Councilmember McLeod reported that the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is actively
pursuing the Sea -Tac International Airport Impact Study budget proviso. He relayed there are several
ambiguities relating to this item. He asked that this item stay in committee for further discussion. He will
report information when it becomes available. He also reported that the Frank Zepp Bridge on South 180th
Street will be closed starting Friday, April 27, 2018 at 7:00 p.mthrough Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 5:00
a.m. for repairs.
c. Staff
There was no report.
d. Council Analyst
The Council Analyst was not in attendance.
ADJOURNMENT
9:32 p.m. COUNCIL PRESIDENT SEAL DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
ADJOURNED.
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PresidentVerna Seal, Council
Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk
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