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Home My WebLink About2020-08-10 Committee of the Whole Minutes�� v�� T��&�'il�� VtK� �~��«*wx ��0�0��tt�)��x uxx�� ~mxx��o.�xr"��v"o��Remote Meeting per Governor Proclamation 20-28 August 10, 2020 — 7:00 P.M. This meeting was conducted remotely, with the City Council, Mayor, and staff off -site and participating via mremote electronic system. All participants, including the Mayor, Councilmembers, City staff, and legal counsel were not atTukwila City Hall and participated via aremote electronic system. The phone number for public participation that was provided via the agenda distribution process was: 1-253-292-9750, access code 670077847# COMMITTEE OFTHE WHOLE CALL TO OR0ERVpLEDGEOF ALLEGIANCE Council President Quinn called the remote Tukwila City Council meeting toorder nd 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge ofAllegiance. OFFICIALS Present at the virtual meeting were Council President Quinn; Counci|mambom Verna See|, Kathy Hougandy, Kate Kru||er, Thomas McLeod, Zak |dan. Cynthia De|oathnooJohnuon. CITY OFFICIALS The following staff were present via remote access: /Ubm Ekberg, yWuyoc David C]ine, City Administrator; Rachel Bianoh, Deputy City Administrator; Vicky Cadsen, Finance Director; Bruce Urton, Police Chief; Trish Kinlow, Court Administrator; JayVNttwer, Fire Chief; Hari Ponnekanti, Interim Public Works Director; Rick Still, Parks & Recreation Director; Ryan Larson, Senior Program Manager; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Brandon Miles, Business Relations Manager; Joseph Todd, Technology & Innovation Services Director; Joel Bush, Senior Technology Integration Manager; Laurel Humphnay, Legislative Analyst; AndyYoun. Deputy City PUBLIC COMMENTS Council President Quinn announced that those wishing toprovide public comment had the opportunity to deliver public comments via email by 5:00 p.m. today. Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst, acknowledged receipt of and read the following written comments received byemail: 1. Khan0Nguyen, 13304 56th Avenue South, expressed concern regarding the proposed ordinance on automated school zone safety cameras and urged the Council to consider alternatives that do not disproportionately impact low-income and communities of color. SPECIAL ISSUES a. Weekly COVID-19 report. David Cline, City Administrator, provided on update on the City'000ronavimm response and highlighted the following: the King County Joint Recommendations Committee (JRC) approved allocations for round two nfCARES Act funds; Washington State Department ofCommerce announced itiodedicating CARES Act funds for rental assistance programs. Tukwila City Coundl Committee of the Whole Minutes August 10, 2020 Page 2 of 4 In response to a question from Councilmember Delostrinos Johnson, Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator, clarified funds will be distributed to nonprofits and community -based organizations across the State. b. COVID-19 financial impact report. Vicky Carlsen, Finance Director, provided an update as follows: Revenue through May is higher than projected due to property tax and sales tax revenue; Although other major industry categories were down, construction was stronger in Mar — May 2020 compared to the same period last year; Mass lootings incurred some overtime costs; In summary, revenues exceed the revised allocated budget by $1.8 million and expenditures are below allocated budget by $125 thousand. c. An interim flood plain management ordinance. Ryan Larson, Senior Program Manager, explained this interim ordinance allows for updates to the City's flood plain management regulations and adoption of revised flood insurance rate maps by the August 19, 2020 deadline. The final ordinance will come back to the Council once the SEPA process is complete. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING CONSENT AGENDA. d. A contract for school speed zone automated safety cameras. Bruce Linton, Police Chief, emphasized the importance of safety throughout this program and said citations will not be issued until drivers go over 25 MPH and that flashing lights would be added in the area as a warning. Trish Kinlow, Court Administrator, indicated the citations can be mitigated by the court in various ways, and automated safety cameras also prevent racial profiling by officers. Councilmember Delostrinos Johnson spoke against the proposed contract as fines disproportionately impact low-income and communities of color. Alternative ways to enforce public safety include educating the community and road improvements. Following discussion, the Councilmembers requested that the Police Department report back to the Council 1 year after implementation of the program. Council President Quinn requested that the annual State of the Court presentation include information regarding uncollected debt for fines. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. e. An ordinance regarding the Astound Broadband franchise agreement. Joel Bush, Senior Technology Integration Manager, explained the proposed ordinance extends the franchise term with Astound Broadband, LLC for one-year to August 11, 2021 and allows for additional extensions in one-year increments. Following questions from the Council, Joseph Todd, Technology & Innovation Services Director, indicated the City is seeking to diversify service in residential areas, share assets to extend the City's public Wi-Fi, and visualize all fibers in the City through a GIS map. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING CONSENT AGENDA. Tukwila City Council Committee ofthe Whole Minutes f. A briefing on tourism promotion and lodging taxes. Brandon W1ilew, Business Relations Manager, gave an overview of UheCby'o use of the lodging tax funds and Tourism Promotion Area revenue and the limitations onhow each fund can beused. Staff will ba continuing discussions with the Planning and Economic Development Committee and Council regarding policy issues with tourism f unding forthe City. g. Fire Department G-moni financial report. JnyVVittwer Fine Chef. and David {]ima. City Administrator, provided an update on the Fire Department's budget and goals aurequired bythe budget proviso adopted bythe Council in20l9. REPORTS a. Mayo, Mayor Ekberg had noreport. b. City Council [ounoi|mmnber Seal mpo��m Hn�o Committee received Quarter Investment Report, discussed revenues, and the public engagement process forthe biennial budget. She offered a reminder regarding the upcoming budget listening session onAugust 25.2O2O. Counui|member Hougordy participated in an Equity and Social Justice Commission meeting and received a report from the Equity Policy Implementation Committee. Council President Quinn will be attending the South King County Census Table onAugust 12.2020. Sound Cities Association will beholding aRacial Equity and Justice session hosted byyouth onAugust 14,2020. Councilmember Kruller participated in the Request for Proposals process for a 3rd party budget and management consultant for the Fire Department. She reported the National League of Cities Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is meeting weekly regarding congressional bills and CARES c. Staff There was no report. d. Legislative Analyst Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst, reported the Public Safety Bond Financial Oversight Committee met on August 11, 2020. The agenda is available online. MISCELLANEOUS Counci|member KruUer referenced eevoud emai|o that were received by the Council regarding defunding the Justice Center and funding a Youth Center in Tukwila. Council President Quinn indicated hawould respond to the emai|eper the standard process and asked that the Council respond toopportunities bobetter inform the community. Following orequest byCouncil President Quinn tuhold discussions regarding the Public Works Facilities, the City's bonding capacity, and Health Point, consensus existed to have briefings on these topics to include historical context, updates on the process, and future outlook/goals. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes August 10, 2020 Page 4 of 4 ADJOURNMENT 9:48 p.m. COUNCIL PRESIDENT QUINN DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ADJOURNED. De'Sean uinTounciI President Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT: 08/21/20 AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE: 08/25/20