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City Hall Council Chambers
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
December 3, 2018 — 7:00 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL
In the absence of Mayor Ekberg, Mayor Pro Tempore Seal called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City
Council to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Christy O'Flaherty, Records Governance Manager/City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were
Councilmembers Dennis Robertson, Kathy Hougardy, Verna Seal, De'Sean Quinn, Kate Kruller, Thomas
McLeod, Zak Idan.
CITY OFFICIALS
David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, City Attorney; Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator;
Bruce Linton, Police Chief; Jay Wittwer, Fire Chief; Joseph Todd, Technology and Innovation Services
Director; Joel Bush, Technology Integration Manager; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director; Vicky Carlsen,
Deputy Finance Director; Henry Hash, Public Works Director; Gail Labanara, Public Works Analyst; Jack
Pace, Community Development Director; Rick Still, Parks and Recreation Director; Laurel Humphrey,
Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, Records Governance Manager/City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Waste Management's "Think Green" community donations. Hannah Scholes, Education and
Outreach Manager, Waste Management
Hannah Scholes, Education and Outreach Manager at Waste Management utilized a Powerpoint
presentation to provide an overview of this topic.
Recycling in 2018
Shifting global markets are causing a recycling re -set
New restrictions on Chinese markets.
• Ban on the import of 24 materials including mixed papers and plastics
• 0.5% contamination limit
• Limited markets cause increases in cost of processing and selling materials
Education is more important than ever
Here is what has been happening in Tukwila
• Multi-lingual Outreach and Technical Assistance
• Providing customer education at multi -family properties, local businesses and community events
• Over 500 Tukwila residents answered recycling quiz questions to earn donations at community
events
Ms. Scholes presented checks to the following organizations that support the Tukwila community.
• Sarah Vallieu from Tukwila Children's Foundation - $2,000
• Jenny McCoy from Tukwila Weekend SnackPack - $2,000
• Jan Bolerjack from Tukwila Pantry - $1,000
The Councilmembers thanked Ms. Scholes for these contributions that benefit Tukwila citizens.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
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CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 11/19/18 (RegularMtg.)
b. Approval of Vouchers #379441-379554; #181000, #181102, #181103 in the amount of $8,246,424.90
c. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with R.L. Evans for 2019 broker services in the amount of
$52,750.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Finance Committee on 11/20/18.]
d. An ordinance to change the billing and collecting of storm and surface water service charges pursuant
to the designation of King County as the City of Tukwila's agent for billing and collecting.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Finance Committee on 11/20/18.] ORDINANCE NO. 2594
e. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with TranTech Engineering, LLC, for design engineering
services for the Boeing Access Road Over Airport Way Seismic Retrofit project, in the amount of
$315,112.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 11/26/18.]
f. Authorize the Mayor to sign a grant agreement with the Washington State Department of Ecology for
the East Marginal Way South Stormwater Outfalls Project, in the amount of $1,475,000.00. (Grant award
$1,106,250.00/City match $368,750.00)
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 11/26/18.]
g. Authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 6 to contract #14-010 with KPG, Inc., for final design and
construction management for the East Marginal Way South Stormwater Outfalls Project, in the amount of
$263,508.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 11/26/18.]
h. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Reid Middleton, Inc., for structural plan review services, in
the amount of $200,000.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Development and Neighborhoods Committee on
11/27/18.]
i. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with 4LEAF, Inc., for inspection services, in the amount of
$200,000.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Development and Neighborhoods Committee on
11/27/18.]
j. Authorize the Mayor to sign an amendment to agreement #18-210 with King County for the Veterans,
Seniors and Human Services levy grant.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Development and Neighborhoods Committee on
11/27/18.]
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE
APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. An ordinance renewing a six-month moratorium within the Tukwila International Boulevard study area
in the City of Tukwila on the development of certain uses such as hotels, motels, extended -stay facilities,
or auto -oriented uses.
MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, RENEWING A SIX-MONTH MORATORIUM WITHIN THE
TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD STUDY AREA IN THE CITY OF
TUKWILA ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN USES SUCH AS
HOTELS, MOTELS, EXTENDED -STAY FACILITIES, OR AUTO -ORIENTED
USES; SETTING A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
MORATORIUM RENEWAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED
AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 2595.
b. An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2515, which adopted the City of Tukwila's biennial budget for
the 2017-2018 biennium, to adopt an amended year-end budget.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2515, WHICH ADOPTED THE
CITY OF TUKWILA'S BIENNIAL BUDGET FOR THE 2017-2018 BIENNIUM, TO
ADOPT AN AMENDED YEAR-END BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 2596.
c. Budget legislation:
(1) An ordinance adopting the biennial budget of the City of Tukwila for the 2019-2020 biennium.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL. OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON; ADOPTING THE BIENNIAL BUDGET OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA FOR THE 2019-2020 BIENNIUM; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED
AS READ.*
Councilmember Quinn, Chair of the Finance Committee, said 4 motions will be provided to amend the
proposed ordinance and budget as follows:
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO AMEND THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND
BUDGET AS FOLLOWS:**
• Update the South 140th Street Intersection Improvements capital project to include $350,000 for two
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) crosswalks on Tukwila International Boulevard.
**MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT THIS AMENDMENT TO THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND
BUDGET.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO AMEND THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND
BUDGET AS FOLLOWS:**
• Add $30,000 to the General Fund Parks Department for additional swings for the playground
equipment at Cascade View Park.
**MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT THIS AMENDMENT TO THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND
BUDGET.
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MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY IDAN TO AMEND THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND BUDGET
AS FOLLOWS:**
• Add a capital project in the amount of $100,000 to expand the scope of a planned Tukwila
International Boulevard rechannelization study to consider more alternatives.
**MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT THIS AMENDMENT TO THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND
BUDGET.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY MCLEOD TO AMEND THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND
BUDGET AS FOLLOWS:**
• Add $77,500 in both General Fund revenue and Recreation Department expenditure for
development of an Older Adult Recreation and Services Needs Assessment and perform minor
capital improvements at the Community Center.
**MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT THIS AMENDMENT TO THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND
BUDGET.
Councilmember Robertson explained the first 3 amendments added costs to the budget. The 4th
amendment was backed up by a revenue source. The total cost for the 3 amendments is a one-time
amount of $480,000. The 6-year plan for the budget shows approximately $2+ million a year above the
City's contingency fund and what is required to meet the budget expenditures. This is not a cumulative
amount that will occur every year, and at the end of the 6-year period, there will be approximately $2.2
million. Mr. Robertson emphasized the City does have the money to cover the added $480,000, and the
City will continue to monitor trends and seek revenue generators.
Councilmember Quinn said that entering this budget process, the primary driver was to cut costs.
Additionally, there is an ongoing $1.2 million gap due to the loss of streamlined sales tax, with no
foreseeable legislative fix. He appreciates the thoughtfulness of the Council in looking at every
department budget and getting to a point of cutting costs and still delivering services to citizens.
Councilmember McLeod conveyed this was a good budget process, and he thanked the Mayor's Office
and Department Directors for the hard work. He explained that while he was not in favor of increasing the
gambling tax as a revenue source, the City does need to adopt a balanced budget. From his perspective,
this is a good budget, and for the future, he hopes the City will look at out -of -the -box solutions for raising
revenue and not just historical methods.
Councilmember Quinn said the City has started the process for Priority Based Budgeting that will provide
the Council more information about the programs provided to the citizens.
Councilmember Idan relayed pride in the Council for making amendments to the budget based on the
concerns of Tukwila citizens. This budget process was very beneficial in growing his understanding of
complex City issues.
Councilmember Kruller is looking forward to Priority Based Budgeting as a means to reveal how City
monies will best be spent on services that are a priority for citizens. It is important that there be extensive
outreach to the public to ensure citizens have an opportunity to share their concerns and needs.
*MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 2597, TO INCLUDE THE AMENDMENTS.
(2) A resolution adopting the 2019-2024 Financial Planning Model and the Capital Improvement Program
for General Government and the City's Enterprise funds.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY IDAN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
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Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2019-2024 FINANCIAL PLANNING MODEL
AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR GENERAL
GOVERNMENT AND THE CITY'S ENTERPRISE FUNDS.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED
AS READ.*
Councilmember Quinn, Chair of the Finance Committee, said 2 motions will be provided to amend the
proposed resolution, Financial Planning Model, and Capital Improvement Program as follows:
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO AMEND THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION,
FINANCIAL PLANNING MODEL AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AS FOLLOWS: **
• Update the South 140'h Street Intersection Improvements capital project to include $350,000 for two
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) crosswalks on Tukwila International Boulevard.
**MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT THIS AMENDMENT TO THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION,
FINANCIAL PLANNING MODEL AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO AMEND THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION,
FINANCIAL PLANNING MODEL AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AS FOLLOWS: **
• Add a capital project in the amount of $100,000 to expand the scope of a planned Tukwila
International Boulevard rechannelization study to consider more alternatives.
**MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT THIS AMENDMENT TO THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION,
FINANCIAL PLANNING MODEL AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
*MOTION CARRIED 7-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1953, TO INCLUDE THE AMENDMENTS.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
The Mayor was not in attendance.
b. City Council
Councilmember Hougardy, Chair of the Public Safety Committee, reported that the topic of red light
cameras has previously been on the full Council agenda and was also discussed at the Public Safety
Committee meeting prior to this Council meeting. Issues associated with the potential use of cameras in
school zones require conversations with staff from the Tukwila School District. Additional discussions
regarding use of red light cameras will occur at the Public Safety Committee in 2019, and will then be
forwarded to the full Council.
Councilmember Quinn, Chair of the Finance Committee, reported that this evening's Finance Committee
discussed updates to Fire and Park impact fees, potential sale of the Longacres property, and the
Committee work plan. Additionally, he participated in the recent Teens for Tukwila event where very
articulate young people conveyed their concerns to the Council. They were candid and clear, which is a
testament to great work by Nate Robinson, Recreation Specialist for the Teen Program in the Tukwila
Parks and Recreation Department. Mr. Quinn also participated in the replanting effort near the Duwamish
River that included the Youth Corps from South Park.
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Councilmember Kruller was able to attend the last portion of the Teens for Tukwila event. She was
impressed with the number of teens in attendance, and she feels the Council has a good bond with the
teens, providing a safe place for conversations. Ms. Kruller participated in the recent Seafair Special
People's Holiday Cruise on Lake Washington. The guests earn the opportunity to take this cruise, which
is a heartwarming event. Additionally, Ms. Kruller was contacted by Sound Cities Association (SCA) and
informed the Nominating Board is bringing her back as the Transportation Policy Board voting member on
the Puget Sound Regional Council (PRSC). This is also known as the Metropolitan Policy Organization
for Transportation, which is recognized at the National League of Cities and provides the impetus for
conversations between Tukwila and regional and national agencies. Ms. Kruller reported that the 1-5
Corridor partnership, which is organized by WSDOT (Washington State Department of Transportation) is
concluding. This is a forum where discussions occur about how WSDOT will prioritize projects and
expend funding. She would like to see the City become more involved with this partnership.
Councilmember McLeod referenced the red light camera topic discussed at this evening's Public Safety
Committee meeting. Once the subject of school zone cameras surfaced, it was reasonable that the item
return to the Committee, where additional discussion ensued and a determination for a fuller public
process was suggested. In 2019, the Public Safety Committee will work through this issue before
bringing it to the full Council. Mr. McLeod reported that he is the Tukwila representative through SCA on
the PSRC for growth management. He attended a recent meeting in Seattle regarding affordable and
work force housing. While Seattle has a plan and King County has a plan, there was concern among the
members that there may be overlaps or vacuums that are being overlooked. A goal of King County is to
build approximately 8,000 more homes, and there are questions about where those should be located.
He looks forward to participating in these meetings in 2019.
Mayor Pro Tempore Seal attended the recent LEOFF1 (Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters)
meeting, which primarily works on issues associated with medical claims for retirees. She was selected
again to be a part of this committee and will continue on in 2019. She extended a reminder regarding the
Foster High School holiday craft sale on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Foster High School from 9:00
a.m.-4:00 p.m. She referenced there will be amazing crafters there including John Romero, a very gifted
local artist. Ms. Seal offered the following information regarding upcoming openings for Boards and
Commissions that are available to Tukwila residents:
-COPCAB (Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board) — student representative
- Equity and Social Justice Commission — student representative
-Human Services Advisory Board — resident representative
- Tukwila Library Advisory Board — resident and student representatives
-Parks Commission - resident and student representatives
- Planning Commission — resident representative for Position #5
c. Staff
David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the CA (City Administrator) report and Monthly Public Safety
Plan update and offered to answer any questions.
On behalf of himself, the City Directors and the Mayor, he extended thanks to the Finance Committee and
full Council for a deliberate and thorough budget process.
d. City Attorney
There was no report.
e. Council Analyst
There was no report.
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MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmerber Robertson said the federal government recently released a 2nd report on climate change
that has not received much attention. Climate change is real. He has reviewed the report and the
analysis, and from his standpoint the impact of that report within his lifetime will be greater than World
War II in lost lives for the United States, as well as lost money and resources. He referenced efforts in
France to combat climate change by raising fuel prices by 15% which resulted in violent riots. Reports
reflect that this stems from local leaders not discussing the issues about how to slow and/or mitigate the
affects of climate change. In 2019 the Shoreline Master Program will come before the Council, and he
will be bringing this topic up regularly throughout the year. The 500 year storms will start occurring every
3-4 years, and the hardest hit are those on low incomes. We owe it to our citizens to bring this up on a
regular basis to do whatever we can do to make a difference.
Councilmember Quinn supports the comments of Councilmember Robertson. The two issues that will
occur in 2019 include the Shoreline Master Program and the king tides expected to occur in early
January. There are some areas in unincorporated King County to the north of Tukwila where the impacts
will be great. Growth management planning is also very pertinent to this topic to ensure increased
density is considered based on rivers, flow rates, and flooding. He supports continued discussion of this
important topic.
Councilmember Kruller referenced comments from the incoming Chair of the WRIA9 (Water Resource
Inventory Area) Committee as it relates to the loss of Councilmember Robertson on that committee. They
are concerned and hopeful that Councilmember Robertson will continue to be present in an advising
capacity as his leadership and understanding of the pertinent issues is invaluable. Ms. Kruller said that
she frequently interacts with members of WRIA9, and they cannot speak highly enough of
Councilmember Robertson and what he brings to the table.
Councilmember Kruller referenced the passing of former President George H. W. Bush, who was a World
War II hero and a great statesman. She would like to see a moment of silence in his honor.
Mayor Pro Tempore Seal extended a moment of silence in honor of President George H. W. Bush.
ADJOURNMENT
7:55 p.m. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING.
d
rna Seal, Mayor Pro Tempore
Christy O'Flahe Records Governance M :1i'.ger/City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 1/7/19
AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 1/8/19