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Home My WebLink About2021-06-28 Committee of the Whole MinutesTukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting Remote Meeting per Governor Proclamation 20-28 June 28, 2021 — 7:00 P.m. This meeting was conducted remotely, with the City Council, Mayor, and staff off-site and participating via aremote electronic system. All participants, including the Mayor, Councilmembers, City staff, and legal counsel were not at Tukwila 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 87OO77B47#mawell ammlink &ojoin the Microsoft Teams COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CALL TO ORDERIPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council President Kruller called the remote Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience |nthe Pledge VfAllegiance. OFFICIALS Present edthe virtual meeting were Council President Kru||ar; Coumci|membersVerna Sea[ Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn, Thomas McLeod, Zak Idan, Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson. CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator; Nora Gier|of[ Cnnnn|unib/ Development Director; Vicky Cedaen, Finance Director; JayVWtbwor. Fire Chief; Norm Golden' Deputy Fina Chief; Juan Padi||a, Human Resources Director; Tracy Ga||ovvay, Acting Parka & Recreation Director; Kris Kelly, Parks and Recreation Manager; Eric Dnever, Police Chief; Zach Andenaon, Community Policing Team Sergeant; Hari Ponnehonti, Public Works Director; Brittany Robinson, Public Works Grant Analyst; Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Counci|mernber |dan stated ''The City of Tukwila is located on the ancestral lands of the Coast Sa|imh people. We acknowledge their continuing connections to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their elders paat, present and emerging." Council President Kruller shared the recent passing of former Councilmember Joan Hernandez and asked for amoment ofsilence. Mayor Ekberg and the Counci|members shared their memories of Ms. Hernandez and recognized her for 24years ofservice tothe City eaa Counci|memberand dedication tothe community. PUBLIC COMMENTS Those wishing to provide public comment had the opportunity to sign up via email by 5:00 p.m. today to read comments verbally otthe virtual meeting. Greg Sherlock referenced ongoing noise issues from the SabeyData Center that is audible from his home and expressed his disagreement with the findings of a recent letter he received from Kari Sand, City Attorney. He asked the City toclarify why the Police report is insufficient evidence to issue notice of violation per TMC 8.22.150. Tukwila City Council Committee ofthe Whole Minutes June 28.2O21 Page 2of4 Based on a question from Councilmember Idan, Mr. Sherlock indicated he would be willing to discuss the possibility ofhaving aprofessional assess the noise level from his home. SPECIAL ISSUES a. Weekly COV|D-1SReport. [)avid Cline, City Administnahor, provided on update on the City's coronavirus response as follows: Beginning July G. the City will be phasing to in-person operations at City facilities; Information is available about utility assistance provided to households; By zip code, Tukwila has 71.8% vaccinations (98168) and 7496(08188);He encouraged the public to go online for updated data and for everyone to stay safe. Based on a question from Councilmember Hougardy, Mr. Cline shared City services will likely be available in-person afew days aweek tostart with the exception ofthe Permit Center, which will have expanded in-person hours. Based on a question from CVunoi|memberC)uinn. Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator, confirmed the City works closely with the Tukwila School District and community partners toensure youth have access toavailable mao| programs. Based on aquention from Council President KruUer, Norm GoNen, Deputy Fire Chiof, indicated the Church bythe Side of the Road COVID-1 9 test center will be back to normal schedules following closures over the weekend due toextreme heat conditions. b. A contract with Security Lines USfor park security cameras inthe amount of$125.0OO.00. Kris Kelly, Parka and Recreation W1anog*r, explained this contract would install security cameras at Codiga Park, Crystal Springs, Tukwila Pond, and the Tukwila Community Center. Based onapilot program at Cascade View Community Park, cameras support increased park safety and are responsive to resident requests for increased security. The Community Center's exterior cameras are being replaced due toissues with functionality. The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions and offered comments regarding the benefits of park cameras that provide enhanced safety for the public and staff at the Tukwila Community Center. Councilmember Idan and Councilmember Delostrinos Johnson expressed concern on using funds towards these cameras that could be prioritized for other high -impact programs instead. Council President Kruller expressed concern regarding the issue of surveillance and the use of the cameras. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TOTHE SPECIAL MEETING DIRECTLY FOLLOWING THIS MEETING. c. A grant agreement with the Puget Sound Regional Council for the Transportation Program Grant, inthe amount of$1.500'0UO.DV. Brittany Robinson, Public VVmrka Grant Analyst, indicated the City was awarded $1,500.000.00 in federal funds from the Surface Transportation Program through the Puget Sound Regional Council for the 42nd Avenue South Bridge Replacement Project. Thep jaotimourrent|yfundedthrough3O%degignondthe grant funds will allow the project ton*ech1OO96designandmhove|readysbatusbytheendof3O23. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE SPECIAL MEETING CONSENT AGENDA DIRECTLY FOLLOWING THIS MEETING. Tukwila City Council Committee ofthe Whole Minutes June 28.2021 Page 3 of 4 d. x4resolution repealing Resolution No. 1836and designating atemporary storage location for weapons during Municipal Court proceedings. Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst, explained this resolution updates the legislative designation of weapons storage for court storage following the Municipal Court's relocation to the Justice Center. CONSENSUS EXISTED TgFORWARD THIS ITEM TQTHE SPECIAL MEETING CONSENT AGENDA DIRECTLY FOLLOWING THIS MEETING. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Ekberg thanked the Army National Guard for their support at the Tukwila Pantry over the past several months. b. City Council Councilmernber Seal shared the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will be discussing traffic revisions on53m Avenue South mtits next meeting. Councilmember Hougardy participated in the Jam Board facilitated by Nate Robinson, Teen Recreation Program Specialist, fortheTeenandSeniwrCenhecSheottendedmSoundside/U|iancanleebng and the virtual Association of Washington Cities Annual Conference that covered various issues spanning transportation, economic development, climate change, police reform, broadband, diversity, and more. She announced she was reelected to the Association of Washington Cities Board of Directors. CoumcihnemberQuinn thanked the Mayor and other Coumjkmembers for attending ameeting with residents regarding 53rd Avenue South earlier today. Council President Kruller attended the Association of Washington Cities Annual Conference, an economic forum through Sound Cities Association, and the Jam Board for the Teen and Senior Center. She also attended the discussion with residents on 53rd Avenue South and a Seawolves Rugby game with the Mayor. There was noreport. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmernber Idan referenced a special meeting that was requested and cancelled by the Fire Marshal's Office and asked for clarification. JayVNMmer. Fire Chief, indicated Administration ioworking with the Fine Marshal's Office and following further discussion, the item will be scheduled following the standard process. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes June 28, 2021 ADJOURNMENT Page 4 of 4 8:11 p.m. COUNCIL PRESIDENT KRULLER DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ADJOURNED. Andy YounL,eputy City Clerk APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT: 7117121 AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE: 7120121