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Home My WebLink About2021-11-01 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting Remote Meeting November 1, 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 parUcipanto, including the Mayor. Counci|membars. 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: 1-253-202-S75U.access code G7DO77847#aawell asalink hujoin the Microsoft Teams Meeting. CALL TOORDER/PLEDGE OFALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL Mayor Ekberg called the Regular Meeting Vfthe Tukwila City Council toorder ot7:OOpnn.and led the audience in the Pledge ofAllegiance. Christy O'Hahedy.City Clerk, called the roll ofthe Council. Present atthe remote meeting were Counoi|nnembenaVerna Seal, Kathy Houganjy, De'Sean Quinn, Koba KruUer, Thomas KAoLaod. Zak |dan. Cynthia De|ootrinoeJohnson. CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekberg, Mayor; David C|ine, City Administrator; Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator; Kari Sand, City Attorney; Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Hari Ponnekanti, Public Works Director; Eric Drever, Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief; JmyVWtbmer. Fire Chief; Norm Golden, Assistant Fire Chief; Vicky Cmr|sen. Finance Director; TonyCu||ehon. Deputy Finance Director; Tracy Gallaway, Parks and Recreation Director; Derek Gpook, Economic Development Administrator; Brandon K8Uee, Business Relations Manager Nona C3ior|off, Community Development Director; Juan Pmdi|/a, Human Resources Director; Laurel Humphrey. Legislative Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT —CounoUmemberMcLeod stated "The City ofTukwila imlocated onthe ancestral lands ofthe Coast Se|iahpeop|e. We acknowledge their continuing connections toland, waters and culture. VVepay our respects totheir elders past, present and ennerging." 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. Mayor Ekberg asked those who had signed uptoproceed with their public comments. ShivoniLal isanew resident atPark Pointe onthe Hill and relayed that she was harassed bythe owners. She also submitted an email about this issue and would like to know what resources are available to residents regarding advocacy. Mayor Ekberg stated any written comments that had been submitted regarding this issue will beprovided to the City Council. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval ofMinutes: 10/18/21 (ReyubrMbg] b. Approval ofVouchers #3871g0-3872O4;#3872O5-3872yO;#211O3-211O4.#21O9OO.#211DO5-211D07 inthe amount of$2.377.653.4O u. Authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to contract #21-093 with Karen Reed Consulting, LLC, for consulting services to the Fire Advisory Committee in the amount of $75,000.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Services and Safety Committee on 10118121.] Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes November 1.2O21 Page 2cf4 d. Authorize the Mayor tosign aoontnaotvvithRH2EngineehngfortheCBD(Centra|Bueinegs0ebicU Sewer Repair Phase 4BProject, inthe amount of$121.5O4.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee on Y[k25/2YJ e. Authorize 2021 Foster Golf Course capital purchases for the Golf Fleet Program (maintenance equipment) and the Cart Replacement Program, in an amount not to exceed $258,000.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Finance and Governance Committee on 10125121.] f. Authorize the Mayor to sign a grant agreement with the Washington Secretary of State's Office for digitization ofPolice records, inthe amount of$4Q.195.51. [Reviewed and forwarded b7Consent bvthe Committee ofthe Whole on /0125121.] MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BYMOUGARDY THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7'0. Council President Kruller inquired about the process to follow-up with the public commenter as it relates to the resources they requested. David C|ine, City Adnninictrator, explained that per the standard process, the commenter will receive input from the appropriate departmental staff regarding their concerns. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a' Weekly COV|0-19 report. David Cline, City Administrator, reported that vaccines have been expanded to children aged 5 to 11 years old. The Tukwila School District has expressed support for expanding vaccinations, and the Tukwila Fire Department isatthe ready toassist inthose efforts. C{JV|O-18testing continues atthe Church bythe Side ofthe Road inTukwila. Based on a question from Councilmember Quinn regarding booster shot availability, Mr. Cline said he would ensure that information is made available in the next COVI D-1 9 report tothe City Council. lb. Aresolution adopting the South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKNHP)2O22 Work Plan and 2022 Operating Budget. 7:10 p.m. Counci|member{Juinn recused himself from this item and left the virtual meeting. MOVED BYKRWLLER'SECONDED BY SEAL THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BEREAD B~/ TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6-0'WITH QUINN RECUSED. Christy {}'Hmhedy. City Clerk, read the proposed resolution bytitle only. ARESOLUTION DFTHE CITY COUNCIL C}FTHE CITY <JFTUKVVLA.WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE SOUTH KING HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS PARTNERS, 2O22WORK PLAN AND 2O22OPERATING BUDGET. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BYHOUGARQYTHAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6-0,WITH QUINN RECUSED, T0ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2032. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Ekberg reported there will be on event on Gaburday. November 6, 2021 at the Tukwila Pantry at 9:00 a.m. to celebrate volunteers and thank Lowes for providing a covering to provide shelter hoPantry workers. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes November 1, 2021 Page 3 of 4 b. City Council 7:13 p.m. Counci|nlamberC)uinnre-joined the virtual Council meeting Councilmember Hougardy reported that the two items discussed at this evening's Planning and Community Development (PCD) Committee meeting involved an Interlocal Agreement with SeaTac for building inspections and discussion of a Multi -Family Property Tax Exemption. Both ofthese items will be coming tothe full Council for consideration. Counci|mennberQuinn reported that hespent time with Carol Haggerton.wife ofMayor Jim Haggerton. who iscurrently experiencing mserious illness. Mr. Quinn was humbled tobewelcomed totheir home during this time, where K8na. Haggedon expressed appreciation for the relationships the Council has forged with Mayor HagQerton. Mrs. Haggerton hopes it might be possible for the City to recognize the foundational accomplishments ofMayor HaQgerton. The Counci|mennberoand Mayor Ekberg expressed support for this effort and will be reaching out to Mrs. Haggerton. Council President Kruller reported that National League of Cities (NLC) meetings are coming up, and she will have significant involvement as a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee. There is work to be done on resolutions and policies that will pave the way for advocacy as it relates totransportation related projects that benefitTukwi|m. Ms. Kru||era|eo participated in the Puget Sound Partnership Board Meeting where work is done to ensure agency collaboration as it relates to ecosystem recovery and salmon habitat restoration to ensure a healthy and resilient Puget Sound. Councilmember McLeod had the need to work with staff recently from the Technology and Information Services (US)Department. Hecommended staff member Will Raginfor his assistance and the good work he does toward ensuring the Council meetings run smoothly as it relates to technology. He thanked the entire TIS staff for the work they have done during the pandemic in enhancing technology in an effective and efficient way. Councilmember Delostrinos Johnson referenced the items on the Community Services and Safety (CSS) Committee meeting. The Committee discussed leases for the Way Back Inn properties as it relates to transitional housing toprevent homelessness. The leases will becoming tothe full Council onNovember 15. Additionally, there will be a presentation on the properties coming to the Council in 2022. There was no report. Counci|memberMcLeod referenced mrecent email tothe Council regarding abusiness owner's experiences with the City's Impact Fee requirements. Hewould like tosee this item discussed sdthe Planning and Community Development (PCD) Committee to compare the City's ordinance tothe real-life experiences ufobusiness community member. The Councilmembers discussed this issue and were supportive of starting the discussion in a Council Committee toassess potential next steps. Council President Kruller referenced a situation in a Tukwila neighborhood where a driver crossed a 2 - lane road and hit a truck parked on the side of the road head-on. This location ioalong 37thAvenue near the cross street ofSouth 137th. The affected resident said this has happened inhis neighborhood 4 times, and referenced speed bumps mmmitigation for this ongoing issue. yWn. Kru||ersaid the City uses data to determine mitigating measures used for the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program, and it is important that this area baassessed aswell. The topic could bediscussed atuCouncil Committee if necessary. Counoi|rnemberQuinn has also heard similar concerns from citizens. This ioonimportant topic tobe mindful ofeethe Council enters into discussions onthe budget. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes November 1, 2021 Page 4 of 4 EXECUTIVE SESSION —Property Sa|aorLease—Pwmauantto RCW42.30.110(l)(c). (60mivotes) Mayor Ekberg announced the Council will now go into an Executive Session to discuss: Property Sm|eVrLeome—Punsuantho RCVV42.3O.11O(()(c) 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 orfor any other reason. 7:30 p.m. Mayor Ekberg called for a brief recess to allow the Councilmembers to convene a separate nennoby meeting. Executive Session Start: 7:31 p.m. Attendees: Mayor Ekberg; David C|ine, City Administrator; Rachel Bimnchi, Deputy City Administrator; Kari Sand, City Attorney; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Brandon K8i|ea, Business Relations Manager; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Counoi|mennbera Seal, HouQardy, KruUer, McLeod, and De|osthnosJohnson. Coumi|mamberuQuinn and |dmnwere not present. Executive Session End: 8:14 p.m. ADJOURNMENT 8:14 p.m. ADJOURNMENT OCCURRED AT THE CONCLUSJON"OF THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. Allan Ekberg, Mayor Christ O'Flaherty, Records Governance Manager/City Clerk APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 11U5/2021