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Home My WebLink About2019-08-05 Regular MinutesCouncil Tukwila City City Hall Council Chambers Regular Meeting REGULAR MEETING CALL TOORDER/PLEDGE OFALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL Mayor Ekberg called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and led the audience inthe Pledge ofAllegiance. ROLL CALL Barbara Saxton, Administrative Support Coordinator, City Clerk's Office, called the roll of the Council. Present were Coumci|nlembem Dennis Robertoon, Verna Sea[ Kathy Hougardv, De'Sean Quinn, Kate KruUor.Thomas McLeod, Zak |dan. Coumci|nnamberSeal asked for amoment ofsilence for the victims inBPaso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. 7:02p.m. Mayor Ekberg called for omoment ofsilence. CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekberg, Mayor; Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator; Ann Marie Soto, Assistant City Attorney; Jack Pace, Community Development Director; Bruce Linton. Police Chief; JayVWttwer, Fire Chief; Kraig Boyd, Police Commander; Trish K]n|ow, Court Administrator; Laurel Humphney, Council Analyst; Barbara Saxton, Administrative Support Coordinator. PROCLAMATION Mayor Ekberg read a proclamation recognizing August 6, 2019 as "National Night Out Against Crime." PUBLIC COMMENTS Robert Neuffer, 13813 37th Avenue South, commented on the most recent acts of violence in the country and reiterated his request for aletter orresolution from the Council. Healso referenced recent staff comments hebelieves were dismissive about frequent public commenters, aawell asissues with two recent public safety projects. Kathleen Graf, 14153 37th Avenue South, spoke about problems at Cascade View Park including lighting, security, prostitution, drugs, tents and road racing in the area. The Coumci|nlennberecommented onpark issues and asked follow-up questions. Joe Ouffie.5332South 140thStreet, referenced a recent event adJoseph Foster Park where people were telling others at the park to "go back home," and one individual put their hands on another person. Mr. DuUie also reported there will be a ribbon -cutting ceremony near Joseph Foster Park on Auguat9. 2019, for the 53rd Avenue South roadway project. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval ofMinutes: 7115118(Regular Mtg./;7y22118(Special M¢/j b. Approval ofVouchers #381541-381542.381543-381O43.1SU0OO.and 1SO701'19O7O4inthe amount of$2.US0.472.15 Tukwila City Council Regular Minutes August 5.2O1Q Page 2of5 c. Accept as complete the South 144th Street Phase 11 Project (contract #17-052) with Marshbank Construction, Inc.; authorize release ofretainege.subject the standard claim and lien release procedures (final cost ofproject, including retainage: $1.932.044.97). [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 7116119.] d. Authorize the Mayor to sign m contract with KP6. Inc. to provide project feasibility and design services for the Storm Water Quality Retrofit Project inthe amount of$282.44O.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 7116119.] o. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) for Transportation Demand Management Program Allocation agreement for 2019-2021 in the amount of $74.205.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 7116119.] t Authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to contract #18-244 with TranTech Engineering for bridge engineering support services for the South 196 1h /200th Street Bridge improvements, 42nd Avenue South Bridge Replacement funding assistance, and miscellaneous bridge program support in the amount of$O8.103.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 7116119.] g. Authorize the purchase ofsnow and ice response equipment inthe amount of852.2O4.3Uincluding sales tax. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 7116119.] MOVED BY R0BERTSON,SECONDED BY SEAL THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. An ordinance adopting a new chapter of the Tukwila Municipal Code authorizing the use of automated traffic safety cameras in school zones, and adopting standards related thereto, to be codified as Tukwila Municipal Code Chapbsr@.52. MOVED BfKRO0LER, SECONDED BfSEAL THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BEREAD BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIE07-p. Barbara Saxton, Administrative Support Coordinator, read the proposed ordinance by title only. ANORDINANCE OFTHE CITY COUNCIL [>FTHE CITY {}FTUKVVLA,VVASH|NGTON. ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER OF THE TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE AUTHORIZING THE USE OFAUTOMATED TRAFFIC SAFETY CAMERAS |NSCHOOL ZONES, AND ADOPTING STANDARDS RELATED THERETO, TOBECODIFIED ASTUKVVLAMUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 9.53; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED 8fKRWLLER, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Nichelk*Page, 4G28South 144Uh Street, kaamember ofthe Equity and Social Justice Commission and works for the Tukwila School District. She ioglad tVsee this opportunity kzreduce speeding infront of Foster High and Showalter Middle School. Questions were raised otthe last Equity and Social Justice Commission meeting, including: (1)The sample times monitored bvPolice are times when students and families would be coming through the area; and (2) this is an opportunity tuwork closely tocreate a partnership and good relationships to improve communication beyond the internet and social media. It is important that parents, teachers and students understand the mitigation process and when the warnings will end and ticketing begin. She acknowledged the high level ofresponsiveness Commander Boyd has provided tothe school district. Dr. Brigette Ao erisViceChairontheEquhvandSocsdJuetice Commission. She feels there is alack ofcitizen awareness onthe extent ofspeeding inthe area. Raising awareness and educating the community Vnthe program onanon-going basis isimportant, including: What dothe signs mean? VVhsd does itmean when the cameras come? Who iabeing photographed? When dothe tickets get written? Tukwila City Council Regular Minutes about opening official documents that come inthe mail. While information has gone out inseveral languages, who isnot getting the message? She noted there will baseveral opportunities toreach out to thecommunih/at events when schools ne-opan. ChristineNauffer 1381337UlAvenue South, stated she supports changes toreduce speeds inthe school zones; however, she is opposed to the installation of speed zone cameras which may have a disproportionate impact onlow income and vulnerable families. She would prefer other speed reduction models such asstreet design, revised drop-off and pick-up routing, and crossing guards. She also feels the proposed distribution of revenue will create a conflict of interest between the public, Police and Court. She noted some communities in the City get revisions, while school zones will get fines. Examples include traffic calming on 160th Street in the McMicken Heights neighborhood and sidewalks and speed cushions near Foster Park. The school zone does not have sidewalks onboth sides ofthe street. She also feels that the traffic light installed (replacing the four-way stop) has resulted in some people increasing their speed inorder torun ayellow light. W1o. NeuMerwouW like to see: implementation of physical methods to improve safety; that the penalty have a maximum fine of $100.00; that any revenues be directed to emergency human services instead of public safety or the court; reporting that will answer the question of whether the impact is disproportionate to school families and residents; and that no additional cameras be installed in school zones during the next 3years during the pilot program. Robert Neuffer, 13813 37th Avenue South, stated there have been nochanges inthe area being discussed over the past 3Oyears. Hehas heard that "traffic revisions are too expenakm.^ Hefeels police presence, traffic calming devices and/or a flashing light would be more beneficial. Hefeels the proposed Dennis Police Chief Bruce Linton provided background on this issue, including data gathering and signage, potential mitigation discussions with the court, and other remediation options discussed. The Councilmembers commented on speed resolution issues and asked follow-up questions. Trish Kinlow, Court Administrator, noted that Tukwila Municipal Court takes leadership in reducing fines and fees inour community. Currently, a ticket written by an officer for school zone speeding is $234, and the law does not allow any mitigation bythe court for areduced fee. With the automated traffic safety cameras, the fine is lower and the Court has the option of reducing the fine or allowing people to "pay" in other ways, i.e. community service. She also noted that the automated camera takes away any perception of racial profiling. *MOTION CARRIED 7-0,TOADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2612. REPORTS m. Mayor Mayor Ekberg attended the Sound Cities Association monthly meeting, where he presented on what Tukwila does for our youth. Tukwila City Council Regular Minutes b. City Council Councilmember Robertson stated the Public Safety Committee discussed a new Interlocal Agreement related to mutual aid for fire support services that will be going to the next Consent Agenda. He stated that engines will have the zone number added, i.e. 3-51, to help distinguish engines from multiple jurisdictions. He also noted the City ofSeattle is participating for the first time. Coumci|n)emberGaa| attended o LEOFF1 meeting for South King County oKies, and the GKHHP (South King Housing and Homelessness Partners) Executive Board meeting. [)nAugust 1G.2O18.Tuhwi|a's Artists in Residence are presenting a Theater Sports (improv) program at the Community Center, and current students, alumni and community members who were previously involved in the C.A.S.T.T. summer theater program will beparticipating. Council President Hougardy attended the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee meeting, the Highline Forum meeting, the Sound Cities Association dinner, Equity & Social Justice Commission meeting, Bark inthe Park, Coffee with a Cop, Touch -a -Truck, and the Food Truck Rally at Southcenter Mall. Councilmember Kruller attended the SCA dinner and the Sound Cities Association Public Issues Committee. She noted that the Apollo 11 exhibit at the Museum of Flight will end in September. Councilmember McLeod attended the Growth Management Planning Council meeting. Councilmember Idan hosted a Council Chat on August 3, 2019, at which approximately 10 people were in attendance. He reminded everyone of the ribbon -cutting at 9:30 a.m. on August 9, 2019, to celebrate the completion of the 53rd Avenue South project. Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator, referenced the CA(City Administrator) report, and Monthly Public Safety Plan Update and offered to answer any questions. c. City Attorney There was noreport. d. Council Analyst There was no report. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Robertson referenced recent public comments about hate in the country. Neasked ifthe Council would want to make a statement and/or take a position and/or leadership role on hate, bigotry, and domestic terrorism. It was suggested that a conversation be had with the Council President on what that might look |ike, and otherCounoi|membena may also weigh in with the Council President. Councilmember Robertson noted the Public Safety Committee discussed the surplus equipment from the Heiser building. Hefeels there isepotential opportunity for project managennentofthePub|icVVorhs Shops Facility project byPub|icVVorhsstaffnatherthanthenonsu|tsntourrent|ymanagingthePub|ic Safety Plan projects. Healso suggested that discussions onthe Shops Facility take place inthe Transportation and Infrastructure Committee rather than the Public Safety Committee. Council President Hougardy stated that discussions are planned about balancing workloads of the various Council Committees. Mayor Ekberg stated the Cit/eEconomic Development staff ioengaging one-ganingand e-sportoand Tukwila City Council Regular Minutes August 5, 2019 Page 5 of 5 ADJOURNMENT 9:25 p.m. UNANIMOUS CONSENSUS EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. Allan Ekberg, Barbara Saxton, inistrati- oord nator APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 9/3/19 AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE: 9/4/19