HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-03-16 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers March 16, 2020 — 7:00 P.m.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL T]ORDER/PLEDGE C)F ALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL
Mayor Ekberg called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council toorder at7:00 p.m. and led the
audience inthe Pledge ofAllegiance.
ROLL CALL
Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Councilmembers Verna Seal,
Kathy Hougardy. Ue'Sean Quinn, Kate KnuUer, Thomas PNoLeod, Cynthia Oe|oethnnaJohneon.
MOVED QYHCJUGARDY,SECONDED BYKRULLER TO EXCUSE THE ABSENCE OF
COUNC|LK8EK8BER|DAN. MOTION CARRIED 6'0.
CITY OFFICIALS
Allan Ekberg' Mayor; Rachel Biannhi, Deputy City Administrator; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Andy
Youn, Deputy City Clerk.
Mayor Ekberg read a statement regarding the uuronavirua pandemic and thanked elected officials and
City staff for continuing to provide vital public services.
PROCLAMATIONS
A motion to endorse an ennmr0wnmy proclamation in response to COV|O-iS (Coronavirue).
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY SEAL TO ENDORSE AN EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION IN
RESPONSE TO CCJVI0-19(C0RONAV|RUS).°
Council President Quinn read a proclamation declaring an emergency within the City due to COV|D-18.
*MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
To reduce risk of exposure for the public due to COV|D-1S (Cornnavirus). the City is providing an
enhanced option for public comment. While in-pereon, verbal comments will sd|| be accepted during the
regular order ofbusiness, those wishing to provide public comment had the opportunity to deliver public
comments via onnai| by 5:00 p.m. today.
Laurel Humphn*y, Council Analyst, acknowledged receipt ofand read the following written comments
received byemail:
1. Sharon yWann.4452 South 160mGtroed. expressed concern with the rechanne|izationdeaign
alternatives being considered for Tukwila International Boulevard (TIB). Street parking will be
difficult to enforce and will create traffic that will negatively impact businesses, She would like the
City to reconsider zoning and development standards instead that will increase T>B's viability.
2. Robert Neufferspoke against changes toTukwila International Boulevard and is not in favor of
creating bike lanes. He would like the City to promote profitability for businesses.
Jay Stark, 13001 451h Avenue South, referenced a homeless encampment on Airport Way South that had
been cleaned up by the City in Decmmber2O1Q. He noted the site is still occupied and accumulating
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Jay 8terk, 13001 45mAvenue South, referenced the Washington State Constitution and made the
following points: that political powers are inherent inthe people; that no state, cmunty, or local government
agency may deprive a person of life, liberty, or property; and that the people have the right to assemble to
petition the government. Mr. Stark asserted the recent declaration of emergency violates these rights.
Joe Duffie, 5332 South 140th Street, noted there are students without lunches due to coronavirus-related
closures of schools. He asked the community to donate food and to help displaced students.
CONSENT AGENDA
o. ApprovalofMinutes: 2/24/20( Mfg.); 3/2/20 (RogularMtg.)
b. Approval cfVouchers #38341G-3B342U;383421-383514;2OO1O1 &200301 inthe amount of
$5'900.402.36.
o. Authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 5 to contract #17-070 with Otak, Inc., for the Riverton
Creek Flap Gate Removal Project intheomountcf $98.112.00.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 312120.]
d. Authorize the Mayor to sign on agreement with KPG. Inc., for the 2020 Annual Small Drainage
Program in the amount of$82.472.UO.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on 312120.]
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BrKRUULERTHAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BEAPPROVED A@
SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED G-p.
NEW BUSINESS
An update and discussion regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) planning and response.
Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator, provided an update on the City's response to COVID-19. The
City has been involved in the regional response to COVID-19 at all levels. She reminded the community
to check Seattle -King County Public Health for accurate and up-to-date information. Key operational
changes at the City include closure of the Tukwila Community Center and front -facing counters to the
public for the next two weeks beginning March 17, 2020. Active permits will continue to be processed and
other City services will continue to be provided over phone, email, or mail. Other actions that are
underway include creation of business memiohancevvebpage. researching possibilities for rental
assistance, community outreach, and supporting vulnerable populations in the City.
In response to questions from the Council regarding the possibility of a moratorium on evictions in the
City, Ms. Bianchi explained the City can request a moratorium but will not be able to enforce it. Staff will
bring forward more information after consulting with the City Attorney.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Ekberg shared the City has been operating 24/7tn respond tothe coronaviruo. He thanked staff
for stepping up to provide support during this time.
b. City Council
Counci|nnemberSeal thanked the Cit/efirst responders, Mayor, and the Council for remaining nimble
and coordinating efforts. She reported she recently attended the National League of Cities conference in
Washington, DC along with members of Teens for Tukwila.
Council President Quinn acknowledgedthe importance cfhaving obudget reflective ofthe Chx'evalues
as we navigate this pandemic. He recently attended the National League of Cities conference in
Washington, DC.
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Counci|nnember KruUerattended the National League of Cities conference in Washington, DC and
participated in key meetings through the Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee.
Councilmember McLeod reported that the Planning and Economic Development Committee reviewed the
rechmnne|izodon study for Tukwila International Boulevard. The item will be returning to the April 20. 2020
Committee meeting for further discussion. The Committee also forwarded the resolution for House Bill
1406 and sales tax revenue program for affordable housing to the Council for further discussion.
Councilmember Delostrinos Johnson thanked the community for providing spaces for community
engagement on social media platforms. These are valuable resources for residents tocome together to
share concerns, asks questions, and respond toneeds. She recently visited Foster High School tVspeak
to students about social justice.
o' Staff
There was noreport.
d' City Attorney
There was noreport.
e' Council Analyst
There was noreport.
8:12 p.m. UNANIMOUS CONSENSUS EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING.
Allan Ekberg, Mayor
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APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 4/6/2030