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Home My WebLink About2021-07-19 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Me Remote Meeting July 19, 2021 - 7:00 P.m. REGULAR MEETING This meeting was conducted remotely, with the City Council, Mayor, and staff off-site and participating via a remote electronic system. All participants, including the Mayor, Councilmembers, City staff, and legal counsel were not at Tukwila City Hall and participated via oremote electronic system. The phone number for public participation that was provided via the agenda distribution process was: 1-253-292-9750, access code 670077847# as well as a link to join the Microsoft Teams Meeting. CALL TOORDER/PLEDGE (]FALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL Mayor Ekberg called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience inthe Pledge ofAllegiance, Christy O'F|ahedy,City Clerk, called the roll ofthe Council. Present atthe remote meeting were CVunoi|mennbersVerna Sea|, Kathy Hougardy, De'Seon Quinn. Kmbs Kru||er, Thomas McLeod, Zak |dan. Cynthia De|ootrinosJohnson. CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David CUna, City Administrator; Rachel Bianohi, Deputy City Administrator; Keri Sand, City Attorney; Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Eric Dnaver.Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief; JayVWthwer. Fire Chief; Norm Golden, Deputy Fire Chief; VickvCadsen. Finance Director; TonyCu||erton. Deputy Finance Director; Tracy Gallaway, Acting Parks and Recreation Director; Hari Ponnekanti, �uh|icVVorkeOineutur�' Juan Human Resources Director; Laurel ' ' Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT — Mayor Ekberg stated "The City cfTukwila islocated onthe ancestral lands ofthe Coast Sa|iehpeople. VVeacknowledge their continuing connections toland, waters and culture. VVepay our respects totheir elders past, present and ennerging.^ PUBLIC COMMENTS Those wishing toprovide public comment had the opportunity tosign upvia email by5:OOp.m.today ho read comments verbally atthe virtual meeting. Mayor Ekberg asked those who had signed uphoproceed with their public comments. Greg Sherlock commented regarding ongoing noise issues associated with the Sabey Data Center that can beheard inside his home and are inviolation ofTMC 8.22.O5O.3a3. Hedoes not agree with the information from the City Attorney that the Police have not been able to identify the source of the noise nor does the Code support arequirement for asound engineering test. Hecontinues bzseek aresolution to this long running noise pollution issue. Ka||e Symonds explained that she is anAllentown Advocate and attended the recent open house event regarding the 42»uAvenue South Bridge Replacement and next steps for BNSFalternative access. There are 3.00Otrucks aday running through the Allentown neighborhood, and she expressed concern regarding the contradictions in the information that has been presented. She suggested the City proceed with the 4GmAvenue South alternative, which iothe least expensive and beprepared todefend the option and spend money in litigation when that option is contested by Louise Strander. |nher view, a judge would rule in favor of the traffic going through a commercial area rather than down residential streets. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes July 1Q.2O21 Page 2of4 David Chivissddressed the ongoing security issues at the senior housing SHAG development onTIB (Tukwila International Blvd.). The issues include teens inthe stairwells, stolen cars and catalytic converters, urinating near the library and caf6, people sleeping in the hallways, and stolen computers. There is effectively no security, and the safety of the residents is compromised. He would like assistance with helping management understand what "security means" for the residents, to avoid the next step of telling people not to live in this facility. Annette Nelson isalso speaking regarding the lack ofsecurity and safety atthe SHAG development. She relayed that one of the residents who is a disabled veteran and confined to a wheelchair is monitoring the hallways inanattempt toprovide some degree ofsafety for the residents. There isnovalue inspeaking tothe managers, asthey donot seem toknow who igresponsible. There ioaneed for 24/7security with guards who will check the lobby and stairwells. She keeps her door barricaded and expressed fear at using the elevators due to the lack of safety in the building. They have not heard from the Police Department regarding these issues. Constance Mullins moved into the SHAG development 5 years ago and agrees with the concerns expressed bythe previous speakers. When residents email the CEO, they receive pushback and are treated aathough they are stupid. She iafearful ofwalking the hallways and going boher car. They are seeking assistance from SHAG and the City. K8ade|onHightower isalso aresident atthe SHAG development. Aasafety issues occur otthe facility, they are told tojust call the Police. There are seniors onoxygen who are frail and become startled when unfamiliar individuals are running bythem. Their first instinct istuseek safety and donot think about gathering details and calling the Police in that moment. K8a. Hightower explained that she sleeps with a box cutter under her pillow, and her children have told her she must move from this unsafe environment. Additionally, the fire alarms occur at 4:45 a.m. when it is dark outside, and the residents run the risk of being followed when they return totheir units. Management should provide security to the residents in this development. Mayor Ekberg explained that the Police Department will be in touch with the residents at the SHAG development. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval ofMinutes: 7/12/21 (Speoia/Mtg) b. Approval ofVouchers #38O51O-38GGOG;#21O6O2inthe amount of$2.327.5QG.53 o. Authorize the Mayor to sign a Letter of Understanding with Waste Management of Washington to renew a recyclable market surcharge in conjunction with Contract #12-027. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee on 711212Y.] MOVED BYSEAL, SECONDED BYU[JAN THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7'0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS m. VVewNy COVID-1 9 report. David C|ine, City Administrator, provided an update on the Weekly COV|D-19 report. City facilities have started partially re -opening on-site and will continue to expand the services as needed. The report inthe packet also has information unbusiness recovery and vaccination rates. Counoi|mennberQuinn referenced the portion ofthe report that reflects that Parks and Recreation staff are making meals available hoyoung people in the community. b. An update on the BNSF Alternative Access Study Environmental Impact Statement Process. Hari Ponnekand.Public Works Director, provided enoverview ofthe BN8FAlternative Access Study Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process, identifying budget sources, outlining the selection Tukwila City Council Regular MeetingMinuteu July 1Q.2O21 Page 3of4 process, and oproject schadu|e. Staff is seeking direction on a funding path to implement a term -limited Project Manager to handle the EIS process and EIS consultant qualification request. Theoverall staffing and consultant costs are inthe range of$QOO.00Otu$1.20O.00O. Final direction onthe funding options should beincluded inthe budget amendment process. The projectwiUetartincurringooabsinthe beginning of2O22. In response to aquestion from Council President KruUar, Mr. Ponnekanti said the cost estimates have not changed inthe past 4-Gweeks. Mayor Ekberg said there will be a National Night Out Against Crime event in Tukwila this year on Tuesday, August 3.2O21. Those interested inhaving olocation edthe event should contact the Police Department. b. City Council Councilmember Seal attended the open house event involving the Allentown Advocates and appreciated all ofthose who attended. She feels m"page has been turned" and the momentum ismoving inthe right Councilmember Hougardy also attended the open house event involving the Allentown Advocates. She also reported out on the PCD (Planning and Community Development) Committee conducted priortothis meeting. The Committee reviewed (1) An application for Lodging Tax Funds for the Rave Green Run; (2) An update on Code Enforcement and Rental Housing; and (3) A resolution on the Transit -Oriented Development Housing Strategies Plan. There isogreat deal ofgood information inthe packet materials for review bythe Council and the public. Councilmember Quinn also attended the open house event involving the Allentown Advocates and appreciated the positive engagement. Healso attended the memorial service for former Counci|member Joan Hernandez. Mr. Quinn appreciated the public comments received this evening from those living in the SHAG development. Heioglad they came tothe City when they needed help and looks forward to the Chief ofPolice working with them moving forward. Hesuggested that location may be agood option for the upcoming Night Out Against Crime event onAugust 3.3O21. Councilmember Kruller thanked the Allentown Advocates for coming out and their willingness to keep their neighborhood informed. She inquired ifsomeone was capturing the discussion atthe open house event to ensure there is follow-up regarding commitments and issues of concern. Mayor Ekberg relayed that he would look into that situation and get back to the Council. Council President Kruller attended the NLC (National League of Cities) Leadership Forum, where there was a focus on retail issues and Transportation and Infrastructure Services. She also attended the General Assembly regarding the American Rescue Plan Act. Ms. Kru||eralso attended the memorial for former Counoi|nnemberJoan Hernandez. Additionally, she participated inthe SCA (Sound Cities Association) Deputy Mayor/Council President nneetinO, where the focus was on housing. K8e. Kru||era(so visited the Duwamish Long House Center and viewed the artistry through dance event. She also attended the last match of the Seattle Seawolves, where staff from the Tukwila Food Pantry and National Guard were honored atthe game due totheir hard work during the pandemic. She reported that the 2O21 USA Rugby 7 Tournament will occur in Tukwila at Starfire Sports August 13-15, 2021. She expressed support for having aNational Night Out location atthe SHAG development. Councilmember McLeod expressed appreciation to the Allentown Advocates for their involvement in the recent open house event. Councilmember Delostrinos Johnson thanked the residents from the SHAG development for their attendance atthe CSS (Community Services and Safety) Committee prior tothis Council meeting and for Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes July 1Q.2O21 Page 4of4 their testimony sdthe Council meeting. She reported out onthe CSS Committee which included consideration of (1) Park Lease Agreements; (2) Speed Zone Safety Cameras on South 1441h Street, near the school; and (3) Fire Marshal's Office Alternatives, which will stay in the Committee asthe issues are C. Staff David C|ine, City Administrator, referenced the CA (City Administrator) report and offered toanswer any questions. MISCELLANEOUS Council President Kruller has received multiple questions and comments from Tukwila residents regarding concerns about Waste Management Services, to include their calls not being answered. She would like to have representatives from Waste Management come to a Council meeting to provide information about their services. She would like aphone number that folks can call tobeensured they get aresponse. Councilmember Seal relayed that she has provided contact information through social media with a number tVcall "Randy^from Waste Management. Heiealso inTukwila onFridays toprovide assistance as needed. Councj|memberQuinn looks forward hohearing from Nora Gierloff, Community Development Director, regarding her long-term plans for Code Enforcement. 8:02 p.m. UNANIMOUS CONSENSUS EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. Allan&Kerg, Mayor Christ [YF|ahedY.Records Governance Manager/City Clerk APPROVED BYTHE CITY COUNCIL: 8/212021