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Home My WebLink About2022-04-11 Committee of the Whole MinutesTukwila City CouncilCommittee of the Whole Meeting On-site and Virtual Meeting April 11, 2022 — 7:00 P.M. MINUTES This meetinwas conducted both on-site at Tukwila City Hall and also virtually baseon the Goverrior's Proclamation 20-28, adopted March 24, 2020 The phonnumber for public participation that was provided via the agenda distribution process was: 1-253-292-9750, access code 670O77847#mowell maalink hojoin the Microsoft Teams Meeting. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CALL TO ORDERJPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council President McLeod called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Piedge ofAllegiance. OFFICIALS Present at the hybrid meeting were Councu President McLeod (on-site); Councilmembers Kathy Hougardy (on-site), De'Sean Quinn (on-site), Kate Kruller (on-site), Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson (on-site), Mohamed Abdi , Tosh Sharp (on-site). CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekbe,g, Mayor (virtual); David C|ine, City Administrator; Rachel Bionchi, Deputy City Administrator; Nora Gierloff, Community Development Director; Max BakerDevelopment SuDerek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Norm GoNen, Deputy Fire Chief; Tracy Gallaway, Parks & Recreation Director; Eric Dreyer, Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief; Hari PonnehonU, Public Works Director; Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Councilmember Abdi stated "The City of Tukwila is located on the ancestral lands of the CoastSalish 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 hybrid meeting. 1. Joe Duffiespoke against allowing any fireworks in the City due to longstanding safety concerns. He stated the Police and Fire Departments do not have enough resources to respond to complaints arising from fireworks. He urged the Council to vote against legalizing fireworks. 2. Paul Coblentz is in favor of having the opportunity to buy "safe and sane" fireworks that don't go up in the air and may be an alternative to purchasing illegal fireworks. The proposal to allow ground-based fireworks will support nonprofits that are struggling to fundraise. 3. Jan Bolerjack was initially against fireworks but has come to appreciate safe and sane" fireworks as a feasible alternative that may benefit local nonprofits and offer a safe option for families. She urged the Council to consider the proposal. Tukwila CItY CouncilCommittee of the Whole Minutes April 11, 2022 Page 2 of 5 PRESENTATION An update on HealthPoint's Tukwila Health and Wellness Center. Lisa Yohalem, Chief Executive Officer, Vicki Hammond, Chief Finance & Administrative Officer, and Sherry Williams, Vice President of Community Engagement & External RelaUons, provided an update on HealthPoint's land acquisition of the parcel located at 3920 South 146'h Street and the next steps for that site that will include demolition of the existing bui|ding, p|onning, and community and partner engagement. The Councilmemberasked clarifying questions regarding the site desin, Request for Proposals process, and timeline for the pjenL PUBLIC HEARING An ordinance extending the rezone for VintageTukwiIa. 7:24 p.m. CouncH President McLeod opened the public hearing and called for a staff report. Max BakerDevelopment Suexplained this ordinance wilI extend the expirationdmheofmrezone from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential in the Ryan Hill neighborhood that expired June 26, 2021 for a potential future project called Vinbage@Tukwi|e for an affordable senior housing apartment building. The applicant is proposing a different pject design than was reviewed in 2018 that would provide 170 units vs. the original 247 units but would reduce site impact due to a reduced building footprint and require a development agreement. 7:28 p.m. Council President McLeod called for public comments. Council President McLeod asked if there was anyone who wished to make a public comment on this topic to speak now or press *6 on the phone to unmute. Ryan Patterson, President of Vintage Housing Developmet, spoke on behalf of the applicant to express his appreciation to the Council for taking the time to consider their requesto extend the rezone expiration date. In response to clarifying questions from the Council, Mr. Patterson provided the foliowing answers: They were unable to move forward with the application for the development permit as senior housing was not a project they could proceed with during the COVID-19 pandemic; thonaviaeddesignbeoomeneceasory due to the need to create new access points to the site; the revised design will have a reduced footprint and fewer units. 7:33 p.m. Council President McLeod closed the public hearing. SPECIAL ISSUES a. An ordinance extending the rezone for Vintage@TmkxviUa. The Councilmembers exchanged comments and expressed support for this pjmctmovingfomvand. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. b. An ordinance for the Juneteenth holiday. Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator, indicated that on June 15, 2020, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 1992 commemorating Juneteenth of each year as an annual celebration of African American emancipation. The proposed ordinance would add Juneteenth to the Iist of City holidays and update the Tukwila Municipal Code to reference the correct number of floating holidays provided to staff. Tukwila City CouncCommittee of the Whole Minutes April 11, 2022 Page 3 of 5 Ms. Bianchi shared the upcoming Juneteenth celebration will be held on June 18th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm with additional information forthcoming. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. c. An ordinance updating fireworks regulations. Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst, stated that foliowing a request from Tukwila resident Katrina Dohn to modify the fireworks ban to allow the sale and personal use of ground-based fireworks, staff has prepared an ordinance updating fireworks regulations to allow up to four temporary fireworks stands, allowing the sale and discharge of certain types of ground-based fireworks during specific dates and t/nnee, and stating the fire official can prohibit all fireworks in periods of extreme fire danger. Katrina Dohn shared her background as it relates to becoming involved with fireworks and stated she recently joined TNT Fireworks as an Area Manager to assist nonprofits with running successful fundraisers by operating fireworks stands. In response to questions from the Council, Norm Golden, Deputy Fire Chief, explained the Fire Department is balancing banning fireworks entirely against allowing fundraising opportunities for local nonprofits. The draft ordinance provides a safer mechanism for the Fire Department to perform an inspection once an applicant applies for a temporary fireworks stand permit. 8:28 pm 8:31 pm 8:33 pm 8:34 pm 8:43 pm 8:43 pm 8:45 pm 8:48 pm CoVnci|memterHOugandyleft the Council Chambers. Councilmember Hougardy returned to the Council Chambers. Council President McLeod Ieft the Council Chambers, Council President McLeod returned to the Council Chambers. Cound|mennberQuinn left the Council Chambers. Counci|memberAbdileft the Council Chambers. Councilmember Quinn returned to the Council Chambers. Councilmember Abdi returned to the Council Chambers Ms. Humphrey confirmed staff will return with additional information regarding types of fireworks allowed, information regarding clean-up, and language in the ordinance regarding a pilot fireworks law to sunset after one-year. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING AS DISCUSSED ABOVE. d. An update on the Public Works Fleet and Facilities Tenant Improvement Project and consensus on the funding plan for completion. Hari Ponnekanh, Public Works Oirecbor, provided an update on the Public Works Fleet and Facilities Tenant Improvement Pject and explained additional funding of $1 milllon is needed to complete the remaining exterior scope of work (roofing work, exterior envelope, and covered storage). The budget shortfall is due to higher than anticipated expenditures relating to supply chain issues for the Tenant Improvement construction change orders and an upgrade to the roof scope of work to extend the building's Iife span. Staff is seeking direction from the Council on the funding plan of $500,000 from the general fund and $5OO.00Ofrom utility funds. ThoCoumci|memberaaokaddarif/ingqueodonoandoommentednnUleneedforsi nificant bu items to come before the Finance and Governance Committee and the need to be proactive and improve existing processes. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO PROCEED WITH THE FUNDING PLAN FOR PROJECT COMPLETION AS DISCUSSED ABOVE. Tukwila City Council Committeofthe Whole Minutes April 11, 2022 Page 4 of 5 REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Ekberg shared he recently met with refrom the Machinists Institute to discuss ways to help get trades into Tukwila schools that could include utilizing Tukwi|e'a high school internship program and a construction apprenticeship guide. b. City Council Councilnnember Hougardy participated in a meeting with Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator, and Amazon regarding the electrification of their vehicle fleet in Tukwila. Public Works and Department of Community Development staff were given kudos for their work adapting Amazon's site due to the high amount of electricity needed. She joined Officer Dakota Hodgson on a ride -along to see some of the challenges of loss prevention at stores such as Target. She encouraged other Councilmembers to participate in a ride -along as they are highly informative. Councilmember Quinn reported the Finance and Governance Committee received updates on changes to the Open Public Meetings Act, the 2022 Committee workplan, and outreach plan for the 2023-2024 biennial budget. He noted the Consumer Price Index is currently at 9% and the last time there was a significant increase was 2007-2008. This has an impact on the services provided by the City as expenses are higher, He suggested having the Finance and Governance Committee review the issue of the Minimum Wage Initiative being prepared by the community. Councl Consensus existed to proceed per above. Councilmember Kruller participated in a workshop held by U.S. Representative DelBene regarding the federal appropriations process and submitting Community Pject Funding requests. The Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee through the National League of Cities has been holding more meetings. At a recent meeting they discussed takeaways from the National League of Cities conference, community advocacy, infrastructure law implementation, safety first challenge, rail and transit, and aviation priorities for Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization. Councilmember Abdi reported the Community Services and SafetCommittee discussed the Tukwila Community Leadership Initiative Program and expressed his enthusiasm for the program as he is a cohort of a similar leadership program. He shared the Muslim Association of Puget Sound has invited him to their community's lftar to break the Ramadan fast at the mosque in Redmond. The event will be attended by several elected officials and over 300-400 community members, He wished the Muslim community a Happy Ramadan. c. Staff There was no report. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Kruller indicated in following up with the Civics teachers regarding the recent letters received from students, she was informed all Councilmembers were welcome to attend the classroom event ptanned by the Council President. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes April 11, 2022 Page 5 of 5 ADJOURNMENT 10:18 p.m. COUNCIL PRESIDENT MCLEOD DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ADJOURNED. Th as Mc , Council President Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT: 4/24/22 AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE: 4/25/22