HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-09-07 Regular MinutesSeptember 7, 1982
7:00 P.M.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
7:00 P.M.
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
M I N U T E S
Council met in the Council Workroom to discuss the appeal of
the proposed City of Highline incorporation. Executive Session
closed at 7:15 p.m.
Tukwila City Hall
Council Chambers
FLAG SALUTE AND Mayor Van Dusen led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the
CALL TO ORDER regular meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:20 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF GEORGE D. HILL, MABEL J. HARRIS, LIONEL C. BOHRER, Council President,
COUNCIL MEMBERS DORIS E. PHELPS, JOE H. DUFFIE, EDGAR D. BAUCH, WENDY A. MORGAN.
OFFICIALS IN LAWRENCE E. HARD, City Attorney; MAXINE ANDERSON, City Clerk;
ATTENDANCE BRAD COLLINS, Planning Director; ALAN DOERSCHEL, Finance Director;
BYRON SNEVA, Public Works Director.
REPORTS
Mayor Mayor Van Dusen reported that he has formed a committee of staff
members to review City Attorney services. He asked that input
be presented to the committee.
He reported that he has signed the agreement on the reconstruction
of the 56th Avenue Bridge.
City Attorney
CONSENT AGENDA
Attorney Hard reported that the Allenbach lawsuit will be held
on September 21, 1982. They have filed a second suit seeking
the issuance of a building permit.
a. Approval of Minutes: August 16, 1982
b. Approval of Vouchers
Claims Fund Vouchers #12648 #12776
Current Fund
Golf Course Special Rev.
Street Fund
Federal Shared Revenue
Land Acq, Bldg, Dev.
Revenue Bond Fund
Water Fund
Sewer Fund
Firemen's Pension
#12646 #12647 Void
20,867.56
16,979.39
23,999.27
2,044.63
18,206.77
33.00
26,141.75
1,217.43
472.26
$109,962.06
c. Budget Transfer Motion No. (82 -03): To pay wages of Youth
Services Counselor, September December, 1982.
d. An ordinance of the City of Tukwila amending the 1982 Budget
to transfer funds for repair of the Fire Station roof.
e. An ordinance of the City of Tukwila amending the 1982 Budget
to provide funds for City Hall Improvement Project and ad-
ditional parking area.
f. (1) An ordinance of the City of Tukwila amending Ordinance
No. 989, Section 1, relating to adoption of certain criminal
statutes.
(2) An ordinance of the City of Tukwila amending Ordinance
No. 570, Section 15, resisting officers, relating to re-
sisting, obstructing or delaying officers.
(3) An ordinance of the City of Tukwila amending Ordinance
No. 1171, Section 9.16.020, adoption by reference, relating
to certain vehicle traffic statutes.
g. Approve expenditure for design study on the "T" Line Bridge
Relocation Project.
MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE
APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED.
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING
September 7, 1982
Page 2
BID AWARDS
Traffic Signal
Project -So.
180th Andover
Park East
Community Center
Roof Repair
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Proposed Annexation
of 1.78 acres be-
tween South 134th
Macadam Road
MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY PHELPS, THAT THE BID FOR THE TRAFFIC
SIGNAL PROJECT AT SOUTH 180TH AND ANDOVER PARK EAST BE AWARDED
TO TOTEM ELECTRIC, THE LOW BIDDER, IN THE AMOUNT OF $68,513.10.
MOTION CARRIED.
MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY HILL THAT THE BID FOR REPAIR
OF THE COMMUNITY CENTER ROOF BE AWARDED TO PACIFIC SHEET METAL,
INC. THE LOW BIDDER, IN THE AMOUNT OF $18,281.79. MOTION CARRIED.
Western Pacific Properties has petitioned the City, on behalf
of the property owners, to annex 1.78 acres adjacent to the
existing City limits between South 134th and Macadam Road.
Attorney Hard told Council that there are three things they
have to advise the petitioner of: (1) The zoning under the
proposed annexation; (2) If they will be subject to the bonded
indebtedness of the City; (3) If Council will accept the peti-
tion for annexation.
Brad Collins, Planning Director, reported that the Planning Com-
mission discussed this item and held a public hearing but were
unable to arrive at a decision on the zoning. They have tabled
the item to the next meeting.
Mayor Van Dusen declared the Public Hearing open.
Bill Turner, 13435 48th Ave. So., said he lives within the
boundaries of the proposed annexation. He presented Council
with a petition signed by citizens living in the area asking
Council to deny the request for rezoning the subject property.
He said he would like to be in the City of Tukwila but does not
want his residential zoning changed. When the City annexed the
industrial area some years ago, they did not provide a buffer
zone for the single family area. They now have warehouses next
to their residence. He would like to be in the City as there
are more benefits than remaining in the County. He invited
Council to visit the site.
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Elmer Manning, P.O. BOX 6232, Federal Way, said he owns property
within the proposed annexation and would like it annexed to the
City with M -1 or CM zoning. The property is currently zoned
S.R.andfies adjacent to the City boundary.
Elaine Unzeitig, 4534 So. 135th, said she and her husband own
three pieces of property within the proposed annexation. Their
house, which is a duplex, is located on property adjacent to
Tukwila and that property is zoned M -1. They would like to be
annexed to the City and would like M -1 or CM zoning.
Matt Little, Western Pacific Properties, said they are representing
the property owners. Some time ago, he was asked by the City to
see if the property owners along 48th Avenue South would be inter-
ested in joining the annexation. They were all in favor except
that Mr. Turner wants his property to remain single family. Forty
eighth Avenue is a natural boundary. Originally, they asked for
M -1 zoning, but CM would be satisfactory to the property owners.
The CM zoning is recommended by the Planning Staff, and he said
this is what should be acted upon. It is compatible use for
the area.
Mr. Turner noted that others would be interested in annexing to
the City, but do not want the zoning changed.
Richard Kirsop, Chairman of the Planning Commission, reported that
the Planning Commission tabled action on the zoning in order to
visit the site. There are definite advantages to the City to
proceed with the annexation. This would give better control of
the storm drainage, would straighten the boundary and become more,
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING
September 7, 1982
Page 3
PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued
Proposed Annexation
of 1.78 acres be-
tween South 134th
Macadam Road
(cont.)
Proposed Annexation
of 4.11 acres conti-
guous to the north
boundary of the
City (Southgate)
in part, commercial property in the near future. The residents
will get better Police protection, street maintenance and have
better access to the people who make the land use decisions.
The slope of the land is such that the residential area could be
preserved. The Planning Commission will discuss this further on
September 23.
There being no further discussion, Mayor Van Dusen closed the
Public Hearing.
Councilman Harris asked Mr. Little if his clients would still
like to come into the City if the zoning is R -l. He felt they
would, but they still want the CM zoning.
Councilman Hill noted that to change the zoning will raise the
tax on the property. He does not want to see anyone forced out
of their home by high taxes. It is a nice piece of property,
but he would like to see it brought in as R -l; then, let the
property owner request rezone.
MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY BAUCH, THAT THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION
BE TABLED UNTIL COUNCIL RECEIVES A FULL REPORT FROM THE PLAN-
NING COMMISSION. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Van Dusen declared the public hearing open on a proposed
annexation of 4.11 acres to the north of the City containing
the Community Center.
Elizabeth Springer, 13325 42nd Avenue South, said she is adjacent
to the proposed annexation. Less than two years ago, this area
was included in a much larger proposal to annex. At that time,
the citizens of the area voted not to annex to Tukwila. We could
never understand why Tukwila selected the Southgate site for a
Community Center. It is too far from the residential area. This
present move to annex this area makes a mockery of the Democratic
process. The feeling of the neighborhood has not changed. Tukwila
is not a good neighbor.
Council President Bohrer noted that Tukwila has not initiated this
annexation. Prior to the last major annexation attempt, the City
was already considering annexation of the Community Center site.
The City got a good price on the old school site.
Councilman Hill noted that all of the people within the area
proposed to be annexed signed the petition.
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Mrs. James G. McKenna, 4126 South 131st, said she lives right
across the street from the Southgate School and also owns the
property at 4116 South 131st. She said the people of their
community do not take part in what goes on in Tukwila Community
Center because they are not permitted to. The area around River-
ton was referred to as a "Otto" by a City employee. This is the
way our children are treated; they are not permitted to play on
the school grounds. We are not a part of the Community Center;
it caters to special groups outside of our area. The Center is
rented out constantly to wild parties. I have called the Tukwila
Police and they aren't interested. If Tukwila comes in we are
going to be required to put in sewers, roads and underground lights,
and we can't afford it. We turned this down before, and I don't
feel you have a right to come in and take part of our area. We
read, in the paper, about the bickering and fighting that goes on
in Tukwila. In my opinion, you aren't capable of handling the
property you already have. Why don't you leave us alone and
move your Community Center to another location?
Mayor Van Dusen said the Community Center is open for County
and City citizens. All of the parties require one staff person
in attendance. The Tukwila Police will not respond to complaints
because it is outside of the boundaries. Further, the citizens
of Tukwila are not required to pay for streets and sidewalks.
Highline water district intertie
Water district 75 intertie
Water district #75 intertie
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING
September 7, 1982
Page 4
PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued
Proposed Annexation
of 4.11 acres conti-
guous to the north
boundary of the
City (Southgate)
(cont.)
RECESS
8:25 P.M.
8:35 P.M.
Proposed Compre-
hensive Water
Plan (Page II -4)
Charles Deraldt, 12205 23rd Ave. South, said he is President of
the Delta Masonic Lodge Temple Board. They have petitioned for
annexation because Tukwila will provide improved Police and Fire
protection, not only for the building, but also the parking area.
The Temple has had a problem with vandals. They believe the
property taxes will be used more effectively. They are agreeable
to any bonded indebtedness required by the City. The Delta Lodge
has been at that site for 73 years. We believe we will benefit
by being annexed to the City.
There being no further comment, Mayor Van Dusen closed the
Public Hearing.
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MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY PHELPS, THAT COUNCIL RETURN THIS
ITEM TO STAFF FOR PREPARATION OF AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING A
PETITION FOR ANNEXATION, DESIGNATING THE ZONING AS R -1 AND ASKING
THAT THE CITY'S BONDED INDEBTEDNESS BE APPLIED TO THE PROPERTY.
MOTION CARRIED.
MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, THAT COUNCIL TAKE A FIVE
MINUTE BREAK. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Van Dusen called the Regular Meeting back to order with
all Council Members present.
Byron Sneva, Public Works Director, reviewed the 15 major recom-
mendations in the proposed Comprehensive Water Plan prepared by
Horton Dennis Associates.
Councilman Bauch wanted it made clear that if the City adopts this
plan, each recommendation takes specific Council action; they are
not adopted by adopting the plan.
Mayor Van Dusen declared the Public Hearing open.
Cris Crumbaugh, representing the Segale Businesses, said they will
cooperate with the City to see that the water system is brought up
to standards and that there is adequate water. He expressed sur-
prise at a 200% increase in the cost of water and a 25 a square
foot facility charge. They would like time to review the plan.
Marty Penhallegren, Horton Dennis Associates, said that this
rate increase will bring the rates in line or slightly higher than
Water District #75 is charging. The City is probably half of what
Water District #75 is now charging.
There being no further comment, Mayor Van Dusen closed the Public
Hearing.
Councilman Harris asked if Water District #75 was willing to let
the City take over the service to Segale Business Park. Mr.
Penhallegren said the area is in the City and can be taken over
by the City at any time. It is the City's option. Councilman Harris
questioned how the law reads on this matter.
Councilman Bauch said the Public Works Committee requested this
hearing to make the public aware of this plan.
Councilman Phelps said she would like to initiate some meetings
with Water District #75 to discuss the plan and keep them informed
of the City's actions.
Cris Crumbaugh said they have extensive agreements with Water
District #75 regarding the development of the water system within
a great deal of the area discussed in the plan. They also have
intertie agreements with Tukwila and the Water District. There
are a lot of legal complications involved here.
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING
September 7, 1982
Page 5
PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued
Proposed Compre-
hensive Water
Plan (Page II -4)
(cont.)
NEW BUSINESS
Ordinance #1272
Repealing Ord.
#573 relating to
applicants under
Civil Service
Denial of re-
quest for City
to take over
the Riverview
Plaza utilities
Appeal of Plan-
ning Commission
decision con-
cerning Center
Place parking
Councilman Phelps asked where the City stands with regard to
water rights and how are they acquired if we don't have them.
Mr. Penhallegren said the City has no water right at the present
time. There seems to be some water potential in the valley.
D.O.E. sees no problem as long as a water well is below the river
so that water is not being drawn directly from the river. To
acquire the rights an application must be made to the Department
of Ecology.
Mr. Sneva clarified that Item 8 is only if a reservoir is planned
within the boundaries of Water District #75.
Councilman Phelps asked to be excused from the discussion on this
item since her husband is a member of the Civil Service Commission.
MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY BAUCH THAT THE PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE
ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED.
Deputy City Attorney Woo read an ordinance of the City of
Tukwila, Wash., repealing Ordinance No. 573 relating to
civil service applicants.
MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 1272 BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED WITH BAUCH VOTING NO AND PHELPS
ABSTAINING.
MOVED BY BOHRER, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL DENY THE REQUEST
OF TECTON CORPORATION (RIVERVIEW PLAZA) TO ACCEPT THE PRIVATE
UTILITIES. MOTION CARRIED WITH HARRIS VOTING NO.
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Mayor Van Dusen explained that this is a complicated issue and is
important to the Council and the City. This is a quasi judicial
hearing.
On behalf of the administration of the City of Tukwila, Mayor
Van Dusen filed an appeal on the decision of the Planning Com-
mission. They approved a cooperative parking agreement requiring
the owner of the Center Place Facility (17001 -17195 Southcenter
Parkway) to provide 224 parking stalls. The Tukwila Municipal
Code requires 287 stalls.
As the person filing the appeal, Mayor Van Dusen stepped down as
Chairman and turned the meeting over to Council President Bohrer.
Attorney Hard noted that the authority for this action is TMC
18.90.020. Mr. Collins said that TMC 18.56.070, Cooperative
Parking Facility, is the section under question. It, in part,
says that a cooperative parking facility agreement can be per-
mitted for business uses that have different hours of operation.
It also says the Planning Commission may modify a cooperative
parking agreement as it deems necessary. The question tonight
is whether, under that section, the minimum parking standards
can be changed for the City of Tukwila.
Attorney Hard explained that this appeal is something Council has
never had to consider before. It is specifically authorized under
the new zoning code. This is a matter Council can consider along
with new material and statements presented tonight. Since this
is a quasi judicial proceeding, each Councilman must be sure he
or she is eligible to listen to it and to be sure there is no
conflict of interest or appearance of fairness problem. The
Mayor is the one that has filed the appeal. The code says that
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING
September 7, 1982
Page 6
NEW BUSINESS Cont.
Appeal of Plan-
ning Commission
decision con-
cerning Center
Place parking
(cont.)
5 minute break
9:50 P.M.
any person aggrieved by a decision of the Planning Commission
may file a written appeal. There is some question as to whether
the Mayor could file as an aggrieved party. Assuming that he is,
Council should continue to hear the appeal. Attorney Hard asked
that any Council Member with a financial interest or some pre-
conceived notion on this appeal to remove themselves from the
participation. This is a matter of great importance to the ap-
plicant.
Council President Bohrer asked if the intent is for Council to
deal with this tonight. We have just received the information,
and it is not a simple issue. Mr. Collins said that is the
intent. It's crucial point is the parking standard for multi
tenant commercial operations in the City of Tukwila and how this
may be affected by the Planning Commission's decision. Council
has to determine whether or not the standard is still intact
or whether or not the policy has been changed and, if so, whether
they concur with the policy.
Attorney Hard urged Council to hear the testimony of the people
in attendance.
Council delcared a five minute break to allow staff time to
furnish them a copy of TMC 18.56.070.
Council President Bohrer said the first issue Council should ad-
dress is the one raised by the City Attorney -is the appeal pro-
perly placed before the Council and should they now consider it?
MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY BAUCH, THAT COUNCIL HEAR THE APPEAL.*
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Charles R. Blumenfeld, law firm of Bogle Gates, is the attorney
for Hayden Island. They have researched the question of "who is
the person aggrieved" and have reached the conclusion that, unless
there is a City ordinance stating otherwise, a City Official is not
a person aggrieved. Historically, a person aggrieved was one with
an economic interest in the matter. Second, there is a policy is-
sue here. Was there a reason for making the Planning Commission
the final arbiter in the code? If there was, then it should stay
with the Planning Commission. If you want the parking agreements
to come before Council, then the ordinance should provide for
that. We entered this cooperative parking agreement process with
the clear understanding that the Planning Commission was the
final arbiter unless somebody (a citizen of the City impacted by
the parking agreement) filed an appeal.
Council President Bohrer recalled that, in discussing this ordi-
nance at Council level, this issue came up. At the time, it
was agreed that the aggrieved person could be a staff member.
Attorney Hard said this is a question that people have disagreed
on, but he feels it is properly before Council.
Peter Van Dyke said he is an officer of Hayden Island Corporation
who is the developer of the Center Place Shopping Center. He
also has a problem on who is aggrieved and he asked the Mayor
to speak on the grievance.
Mayor Van Dusen explained that after discussion with the Plan-
ning Director on this issue, he was the only one that could ap-
propriately do this. He appealed the Planning Commission deci-
sion because of the possibility that they were setting policy
that should lie with the City Council. In the future, if we allow
this "excess relief" in the parking requirements, what is going
to happen to the standards.
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING
September 7, 1982
Page 7
NEW BUSINESS Cont.
Appeal of Plan-
ning Commission
decision con-
cerning Center
Place parking
(cont.)
Robert H. Scofield, representing the Mikami and Shimatsu fami-
lies, asked if anybody is really aggrieved. Nobody has really
admitted they are over the action concerning their development.
They would be aggrieved in the future. Now, the City has to
decide how they will handle these in the future. The Planning
Commission hearing on this was thorough and lasted several hours.
There was much testimony and there was a 4 to 0 vote.
Richard Kirsop, Chairman of the Planning Commission, clarified
that the Planning Commission reviewed all the facts of this
specific case in trying to arrive at a decision. They were not
seeking to create new policy directions for the City nor set a
precedent that others may want to see as an escape from the
proper parking requirements. They felt that, in a development
such as this, parking requirements seem to be somewhat self
policing. If the parking lot is full, the customers aren't going
to stop and management is going to have to find some other solu-
tion to the parking problem.
Deputy City Attorney Woo said that, regarding the question of
aggrieved party, there is a rule of statutory construction that
if a term is not clear, you can go back to the legislative intent.
Mayor Van Dusen said he is acting in the best interest of the
City in filing this appeal.
Councilman Hill said Council's interest is making safe parking
areas for all customers using those businesses.
Councilman Phelps said if the Mayor's concern is who should be
the proper policy setting body of the City as far as parking
requirements and special provisions, then the zoning ordinance
should be amended to provide for Council review of the Planning
Commission's recommendation rather than to appeal their decision
on this project.
Councilman Morgan said she feels uncomfortable in considering
this matter without the Planning Commission documentation. The
Mayor's letter said "the decision is arbitrary and capricious
and clearly erroneous." The actual grounds of the appeal are
not here.
Mayor Van Dusen said he is appealing the reduction of parking
stalls for this development. Policy should lie with the Council.
Councilman Harris said that Council gave the Planning Commission
the right to decide the total requirements under the cooperative
parking agreement. She said she didn't believe there was a
grievance here.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
HILL YES
HARRIS NO
BOHRER YES
PHELPS NO
DUFFIE YES
BAUCH YES
MORGAN NO
*MOTION CARRIED 4 YES; 3 NO.
Council will hear the appeal. Council President Bohrer noted
the staff report and applicant information refer to NEW Code and
OLD Code. He asked if there was any necessity for Council to
consider the Old Code. Mr. Collins said it would not be help-
ful, but does add a bit of confusion.
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TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING
September 7, 1982
Page 8
NEW BUSINESS Cont.
Appeal of Plan-
ning Commission
decision con-
cerning Center
Place parking
(cont.)
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Mr. Van Dyke explained that they started in January on the re-
view process and got their building permit under the old code.
The parking clearly says 1 for 400 square feet. They came in with
174 parking spaces, and it was approved unconditionally with one
exception. It said "no building permits would be issued until
final approval of the landscaping." This was done and they
proceeded with the project. At no time did anyone ever mention
that some uses call for a different amount of parking than other
uses. Then Council decided 1 for 400 is not enough for restaurants
so they were considered under "Places of Public Assembly." But,
still no one said anything to them. Until 6 weeks ago, when
Chuck E. Cheese came in for their building permit, did we find
out about the parking. They were turned down because of inadequate
parking. He said he believes that, legally, he is under the old
code. After Chuck E. Cheese was shut down, we had a meeting with
Tukwila and discussed alternatives.
Under the old code, we needed 114; we got approval with 174 and
now we are up to 225, and it is packed. Everyone knew we were
discussing a lease with Chuck E. Cheese who will be a heavy night
time use of the parking area. They have carefully picked the
other tenants to have compatible parking usage. The first one to
ever really listen to them was the Planning Commission. We are
being hurt; we need to get the center open and operating. We
went through all the requirements.
Mr. Collins said that the objective analysis indicates that they
do not have enough parking; subjectively, when you look at the
mix, perhaps, the Shopping Center will work. Our main concern is
if we don't have an objective standard we can apply we are
going to create a great parking problem. We need the objective
standard in review of other projects.
Councilman Hill noted Item #5 of the Planning Commission's
recommendations. "It is understood that the cooperative parking
facility is approved under this application upon finding by the
Planning Commission that such action is taken in the public
interest. The Commission reserves the right to review this
cooperative parking facility agreement annually and may require
cancellation thereof or modification of its terms upon finding
of adverse impacts to public safety or health."
Mr. Van Dyke said they agreed to this. The Planning Commission
also left in No. 1. "Total on -site arrangement of parking spaces
shall be as described on Exhibit A 1st Revision of this appli-
cation."
Mr. David Poe, Donut Shop, said that another business like his
does all their business with 12 parking stalls. Mr. Van Dyke
said, if he has to, he can back out of the agreements with two
tenants. Staff recommended to Planning Commission that they go
with Taco Time and Chuck E. Cheese, but the rest has to be re-
tail at 1 to 400. This is unfair and unreasonable; we have a
project that will work.
Mr. Kirsop said the Planning Commission felt it was unfair to put
the Donut Shop and Icecream Parlor in the drive -in restaurant
category. Basically, the developers had demonstrated through
their own study that they have a good tenant mix. There was a
substantial moral obligation on the part of the Planning Com-
mission to approve this in view of the several previous hearings.
The increase of parking spaces is from 174 to 224.
Councilman Phelps asked Mr. Collins if he was aware of any time
that the developer was cautioned about requirements for parking
stalls. Mr. Collins could not recall any time. The minute
staff knew there was a problem, it was brought to their attention.
Councilman Phelps said the applicant has met all of the City
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL, REGULAR MEETING
September 7, 1982
Page 9
NEW BUSINESS Cont.
Appeal of Plan-
ning Commission
decision con-
cerning Center
Place parking
(cont.)
ADJOURNMENT
11:25 P.M.
requirements in putting this development together. Chapter
18.56.070 is very significant here. Council gave the authority
to the Planning Commission to make the decision on the cooperative
parking facility.
Mr. Collins said he believes the Planning Commission and the
applicant have followed the proper steps. The only thing that
is a question is, did it change the City's policy on parking?
Council President Bohrer said that there is an issue of policy
here. There is also a real issue of public safety and health
and whether we are providing adequately. The City did not
have enough information to realize there was a problem until
the very end.
MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT COUNCIL ABIDE BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION'S DECISION.*
Councilman Hill said Council gave the Planning Commission the
right to alter the parking.
Councilman Bauch asked what would happen if Council changed the
requirement; in the annual review would they have to come under
the new requirement.
Attorney Hard said this should be clarified in the written coopera-
tive parking agreement.
Councilman Bauch said the basis for this whole cooperative parking
agreement is based on the assumption that Chuck E. Cheese will
be an evening operation. Can Council regulate the opening hours?
Attorney Hard said he believed that an agreement could be reached
on that.
Mr. Collins said the Planning Commission approved the application
creating a cooperative parking facility at Center Place subject
to the following conditions:
1. Total on -site arrangement of parking spaces shall be as
described on Exhibit A 1st Revision of this application.
2. It is understood that the cooperative parking facility is
approved under this application upon finding by the Plan-
ning Commission that such action is taken in the public
interest. The Commission reserves the right to review this
cooperative parking facility agreement annually and may
require cancellation thereof or modification of its terms
upon finding of adverse impacts to public safety or health.
3. In the event of a change in the complimentary tenant mix
that adversely affects the parking, staff may send the ap-
plication to the Planning Commission for review of the coopera-
tive parking facility agreement and the Commission may re-
quire cancellation thereof or modification of its terms upon
finding of adverse impact on public safety or health.
Council Presdient Bohrer noted that he cannot support the Plan-
ning Commission decision.
*MOTION CARRIED WITH BOHRER AND BAUCH VOTING NO.
MOVED BY HARRIS, SECONDED BY PHELPS, THAT HE REGULAR MEETING OF
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