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Home My WebLink About2021-08-02 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting Remote Meeting August 2, 2021 - 7:00 P.M. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING This meeting was conducted remotely, with the City Council, Mayor, and staff off-site and participating via a remote electronic system. Ail participants, including the Mayor, Councilmembers, City staff, and legal counsel were not at Tukwila City Hall and participated via a remote 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 TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL Mayor Ekberg called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present at the remote meeting were Councilmembers Verna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn, Kate Kruller, Thomas McLeod, Zak Idan MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY IDAN TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER DELOSTRINOS JOHNSON FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY IDAN TO ADD AN ITEM REGARDING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT CO -RESPONDER CONTRACT AS THE 2ND ITEM UNDER NEW BUSINESS. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator; Kari Sand, City Attorney; Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Eric Drever, Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief; Jay Wittwer, Fire Chief; Ben Hayman, Fire Marshal; Vicky Carlsen, Finance Director; Tony Cullerton, Deputy Finance Director; Nora Gierloff, Community Development Director; Tracy Gallaway, Acting Parks and Recreation Director; Mike Perfetti, Habitat Project Manager; Brandon Miles, Business Relations Manager; Juan Padilla, Human Resources Director; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT — Councilmember Hougardy stated "The City of Tukwila is located on the ancestral lands of the Coast Salish people. We acknowledge their continuing connections to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their elders past, present and emerging." 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 at the virtual meeting. Mayor Ekberg asked those who had signed up to proceed with their public comments. Greg Sherlock explained he has been coming to Council meetings this past month regarding noise from the Sabey Data Center that can be heard inside his home. He has met with Nora Gierloff, Community Development Director, where it was determined a scope of work to address the data center noise would be coordinated with an Acoustic Engineer. He hopes to see this resolved, as it has been very impactful to his family. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 2, 2021 Page 2 of 5 PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS a. A proclamation in support of August 3, 2021 as National Night Out Against Crime in the City of Tukwila. Council President Kruller read a proclamation supporting National Night Out Against Crime in the City of Tukwila on August 3, 2021. b. Confirm the appointment of Thanipa Suwanchote to the Student Representative position on the Arts Commission, with a term expiring June 30, 2023. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY QUINN TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF THANIPA SUWANCHOTE TO THE STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE POSITION ON THE ARTS COMMISSION, WITH A TERM EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2023. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. PRESENTATIONS Fourth of July After Action Report. - Police Chief Eric Drever and Fire Chief Jay Wittwer. Chief Drever and Chief Wittwer provided the July 41h After Action Report with information on staffing levels, calls for service, the provision of a fireworks density map, and methods to check on call types related to fireworks. The Councilmembers exchanged comments and asked questions regarding the presentation to include a desire for metrics on the number of citations issued and the number of "engagements" or discussions Police Officers had with members of the public regarding the discharge of fireworks. Additionally, concern was expressed about whether the fireworks ban is working and if more can be done in the future. There was specific interest in capturing data for activity and calls coming in before and after the 41h of July. Chief Drever and Chief Wittwer emphasized that citations can only be given if there is probable cause with officers witnessing the offense. These regulations are based on Washington State Law. They noted that queries can be made in the system for any time period associated with fireworks. Based on available resources, both the Police and Fire Departments would like to do more education and outreach to the community regarding issues associated with fireworks. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 7/19/21 (Regular Mtg.) b. Approval of Vouchers #386607-386695; #210600, 210701-210705 in the amount of $3,103,542.88 c. Approve an application for lodging tax funds from the City of Tukwila for the Rave Green Run in the amount of $10,000.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Services and Safety Committee on 7/19/21.] d. Authorize the Mayor to sign a grant agreement with the Association of Washington Cities for Summer Experiences & Enrichment for Kids (SEEK) Fund in the amount of $49,100.00. (Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Finance and Governance Committee on 7/26/21.1 MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY MCLEOD THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Weekly COVID-19 report. David Cline, City Administrator, provided an update on the Weekly COVID-19 report, noting that City Hall, the Department of Community Development, and Human Services are open to the public on a part-time basis. During the week of July 19, 2021, there were 13 people who visited the Permit Center and 1 person who came to City Hall. The Permit Center has developed an appointment system that has been very well received by the public. The City will continue to make customer service a priority. COVID Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 2, 2021 Page 3 of 5 testing numbers and vaccines have gone up a bit in the area. It is anticipated the COVID testing site will remain open through the end of this year. Council President Kruller thanked all those who volunteered at the COVID testing site and was gratified to learn that 37 individuals were recently vaccinated. b. A resolution ratifying the 2021 update to the Green/Duwamish and Central Puget Sound Watershed, Water Resource Inventory Area (WRIA-9) Salmon Habitat Plan, "Making our Watershed Fit for a King." MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, RATIFYING THE 2021 UPDATE TO THE GREEN/DUWAMISH AND CENTRAL PUGET SOUND WATERSHED, WATER RESOURCE INVENTORY AREA (WRIA-9) SALMON HABITAT PLAN, "MAKING OUR WATERSHED FIT FOR A KING.". MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2027. NEW BUSINESS a. Restoration of the Before and After School Program at the Tukwila Community Center and inclusion of the funding in a future budget amendment in the amount of $80,000.00. Tracy Gallaway, Acting Parks and Recreation Director, explained staff would like to restore the before and after school programming during the 2021-2022 school year through use of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds in the amount of $80,000.00. There is a need for these services in the community, with an intent to bring back 40-50 slots. Hiring for these extra labor positions would need to begin immediately. This item was discussed as a walk-on item at the July 26, 2021 Finance and Governance Committee meeting. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO RESTORE THE BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT THE TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER AND INCLUSION OF THE FUNDING IN A FUTURE BUDGET AMENDMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $80,000.00. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. Councilmember Idan suggested consideration be given to an increase in the funding in 2022. b. Police Department Co -Responder Contract (from Agenda Amendment on Page 1). MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY IDAN TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT WITH SOUND HEALTH FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT CO -RESPONDER PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $85,000.00.* The Police Department Co -Responder contract, in partnership with Sound Health, was discussed by the CSS (Community Services and Safety) Committee on March 1, 2021 and additionally this evening and was approved to come before the Council for adoption. Councilmember Quinn, Acting Chair of the CSS Committee, explained this item was brought forward as a walk-on item due to the need for expediency. *MOTION CARRIED 6-0. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Ekberg reported that the vaccination clinic recently had 37 individuals receive vaccines Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 2, 2021 Page 4 of 5 b. City Council Councilmember Hougardy attended the recent Multi -Chamber of Commerce event that involved the Seattle Southside and Renton agencies. She reported on the PCD (Planning and Community Development) Committee, noting that the Tukwila South Residential Design Standards were a topic on the agenda. There are 2 issues that will require decision making as it relates to the size of a park and the maximum block perimeter. This item will come before the full Council to include a public hearing that will involve input from City staff and the applicant. Councilmember Quinn reported out on the CSS Committee, where topics included the 2021 2nd Quarter Report, the Police Department Engagement Plan, and alternatives for the Fire Marshal's Office. Council President Kruller was nominated to be on the Puget Sound Partnership Ecosystem Coordination Board. She also reported that the LTAC (Lodging Tax Advisory Board) has cancelled their August Meeting. Ms. Kruller also participated in the CSS meeting today. She thanked Councilmember McLeod for filling in for her while she was on vacation. Councilmember McLeod attended the SHAG (Senior Housing) Open House and Ribbon Cutting event, He attended because he wanted to speak with management and the residents due to the ongoing issues associated with security at the complex. He had positive interactions and looks forward to the Night Out Against Crime Event that will be at the SHAG complex on August 3, 2021. c. Staff David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the CA (City Administrator) Report and offered to answer any questions. The Monthly Construction and Budget Report, and 2021 2nd Quarter Work Plan update report were also included in the Council agenda packet. EXECUTIVE SESSION — Collective Bargaining — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(b). (60 minutes) Mayor Ekberg announced the Council will now go into an Executive Session to discuss: Collective Bargaining — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(b). The total amount of time will be no more than 60 minutes, and no decisions will be made during the Executive Session. No action will be required in the Open Meeting after the Executive Session has concluded. He declared the meeting adjourned as of the conclusion of the Executive Session. The Executive Session will not be extended beyond the announced time, and they will not be returning to open session to adjourn or for any other reason. 7:55 p.m. Mayor Ekberg called for a brief recess to allow the Councilmembers to convene a separate remote meeting. Executive Session Start: 7:57 p.m. Attendees: Mayor Ekberg; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator; Kari Sand, City Attorney; Juan Padilla, Human Resources Director; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Councilmembers Seal, Hougardy, Quinn, Kruller, McLeod, and Idan. Executive Session End: 8:33 p.m. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes August 2, 2021 ADJOURNMENT 8:33 p.m. UNANIMOUS CONSENSUS EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. f Allan Ekberg, Mayor Christy O'Flaherty, Records Governance Manager/City Clerk APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 8/16/2021 AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 8/19/21 Page 5 of 5