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Home My WebLink About2023-05-01 Regular MinutesTukwila City Council Regular Meeting On-site and Virtual Meeting May 1, 2023 — 7:00 P.M. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING This meetind cted both on-site atTukwi| City HU andvirtu U via Microsoft TEAMS. The phone number for public participation that was provided via the agenda distribution processwas:1-253-292-9750, access code 670077847# to include a link to join the Teams Meeting. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/ROLL CALL the absence of Mayor Ekber. Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson, Mayor Pro Tempore called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Felipe Ayala, Administrative Support Coordinator, called the roll of the Council. Present at the meeting were Councilmembers Kathy Hougardy (on-site), De'Sean Quinn (on-site); Kate Kruller (on-site), Thomas McLeod (on-site), Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson (on-site); Tosh Sharp (on-site). MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER ABDI FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. CITY OFFICIALS David CJine, City Administrator; Rachel 8ianohi, Deputy City Administrator; Kari Sand, City Attorney; Brandon Miles, Business Relations Manager, Economic Development; Eric Drover, Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief; Vicky Carlsen, Finance Director; Tony Cullerton, Deputy Finance Director; Had Ponnukanki, Public Works Director; Nora Gierloff, Community Development Director; Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk; Felipe Ayala, Administrative Support Coordinator. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT — Councilmember McLeod stated "The City of Tukwila is Iocated 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 commenhad the opportunity to sign up via email by 5:00 p.m. today to read comments verbally at the meeting. Mayor Ekberg asked those who had signed up to proceed with their public comments. 1. David Puki thanked Councilmember Kruller for providing an answer to his question regardingUhe estimated cost associated with the annexation into the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority (PSRFA). He asked for the City to remain neutral and transparent regarding this matter. 2. Janet Govea spoke in support of the Tukwila Renters Bill of Rights. She shared her experience as a renter and emphasized the need for additional renter protections. 3. Peggy McCarthy shared her questions and comments on the proposed Regional Fire Authority (RFA) annexation and Fire Benefit Charge (FBC). She will be submitting a public records request to the RFA for financial statements and information on the senior exemption as it relates to the FBC. 4. Matthys Van Leeuwen, Real Estate Developer, is the owner of an empty lot near the Tukwila International Boulevard Station that he is trying to develop. He reported that the property has been used by trespassers for illegal activities and asked the Council for help in addressing this issue. Tukwila City Coundl Regular Meeting Minutes May 1, 2023 Page 2of4 5. Joe Duffie suggested to the Council to hold a workshop to address the future of Tukwila. He emphasized the importance of citizens having access to information and facts on matters that affect the future of the City. 6. Krysteena Mann expressed her gratitude to the Council for how fondly the Tukwila Renters Bill of Rights was received in committee meetings. She stressed the need for collaboration in addressing other social issues affecting the community. 7. Dennis Martinez shared his concero regarding the currenvacancy on the Planning Commission Boand, the drug possession law the legislature failed to pass, and Proposition No.1 for critical care centers. PRESENTATIONS King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) 5 -Year Action Plan and Sub -Regional Implementation Plan. Abby Anderson, Sub -Regional Planning Specialist — South King County, King County Regional Homelessness Authority Ms. Anderon gave an overview of this topic. The 5 -year plan 5 the strategic roadmap to transform the homelessness response system; From this plan 30 activities will be tailored to each subrogion, identified in coUaboration with service providers, community partners, and City Human Services staff. The Councilmembers exchanged comments and asked questions regarding the presentation. 8:17 p.m. Councilmember Hougardy exited the Council Chambers. 8:20 p.m. Councilmember Hougardy returned to the Council Chambers. Council consensus existed to forward this item to a committee. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 4/3/23 (Regular Mtg.);4/17/23 (Regular Mtg.); 4/24/23 (Special Mtg.) b. Approval of Vouchers #00402844'00403017 in the amount of $3.957.000.75. c. An ordinance amending Ordinance Nos. 2171 §1 (part), 2648 §2, §3, and §4, and 2673 §1, as codified at multiple sections of Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 16.04. "Buildings and Construction," to adopt updated state building codes. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Planning and Community Development Committee on 4/17/23.] ORDINANCE NO. 2702 d. Authorize the Mayor to sign a purchase agreement with Ferguson Waterworks for Sensus large water meters in the amount of $73,652.58. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee on 4/17/23.] e. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with KPG Psomas, Inc., for design and permitting services for the 2023 Annual Small Drainage Program, in the amount of $99.785.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee on 4/17/23.} f. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement with the Washington State Department of Ecology for a stream gauge monitoring structure at Foster Golf Links. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Services and Safety Committee on 4/24/23.1 g. Authorize the purchase of operational equipment for the Foster Golf Links, in the amount of $235.800.00. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Community Services and Safety Committee on 4/24/23.] h. An ordinance repealing Ordinance Nos. 652, 2329, 2330, 2436, 2437, 2505, 2506, 2507, and 2508, as codified in various sections of Tukwila Municipal Code (MC) Title 16, "Buildings and Construction"; Repealing Ordinance Nos. 2650 and 2672 as codified in TMC Chapter 16.16; Reenacting TMC Chapter 16.16' "Intemational Fire oodo.''to adopt the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code and update Tukwila fire code regulations. ORDINANCE NO. 2703 [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Committee of the Whole on 4/24/33.] Tukwila City Coundl Regular Meeting Minutes May 1.2O23 Page 3of4 MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. REPORTS a. Mayor The Mayor was not in attendance. b. City Council Councilmember Hougardy attended the Master BuilderElected Officials Reception event where considerations of housing were discussed. She reported on the Planning and Community Development (PCD) Committee meeting and the discussion regarding the renter protection policy proposals submitted by the Tukwila Rider's Transit Union. The next step is forthe proposals to go to the City Attorney's Office and back to the PCD committee based on input from the City Attorney. Councilmember Kruller participated in the Washington State Auditor's Exit Conference and reported that the City's financial standings were in order and passed the State audit with flying colors. She also attended the Master Builder's Elected Officials event held in Tukwila. AddiUonaUy, she reported that the Regional Gun Violence Team contacted her with a request for a letter of support for a federal grant to support cross systomn, coUubonahon, and evaluation for regional gun violence efforts. Laurel will request a draft Ietter for the Council to review and consider before the May 15 deadline. She participated in the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) third joint session on racial equity. This past weekend she spent time with the Tukwila Emergency Communications Team (TECTeam) also known as the HAM radio group. She suggested having the TECTeam attend a future Council Meeting to give an update on their work. She also attended the Seattle Seawolves game and commended them for their outstanding performance level. Councilmember McLeod attended the Master Builder's Elected Officials reception event held at the Museum of Flight. The Mayor of Bothell spoke about ways of creating more housing. He also attended this past Seawolves game and encouraged other Councilmembers to attend future games. c. Staff David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the CA (CiAdministrator) Report, Monthly Construction and Budget Report and offered to answer any questions. He provided information about the upcoming Community Town Hall at the Justice Center scheduled for Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. The Town Hall will focus on public safety concerns and ways the community can partner with the City. The event will be hosted by Chief Dreyer and will also be streamed for those are unable to attend in person. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Sharp thanked Kirk Howard, a community member, for posting a link to a Fox13 News article regarding the traffic cameras near Foster High School. The article noted that the Tukwila Police Department has picked up 60 speeders within a particular time frame, which is an indicator the cameras are accomplishing their purpose and that drivers need to slow down. Other cameras are being installed near Tukwila parkn, which he is in support. Council President Delostrinos Johnson indicated the South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) is seeking feedback from each City Council part of SKHHP regarding the draf2024 workplan. She encouraged the Councilmembers to review the draft workplan and provide their feedback to her or Laurel byMay 9m. Councilmember Quinn thanked City staff, including the Police Department, Human Services, Emergency Operations Center, and Parks and Recreation for their presence and level of engagement with the community at a Resource Fair that was held at his son's elementary school. He commented that this was one of the biggest resource fairs he has ever seen, and the level of engagement was significant. Tukwila City Coundl Regular Meeting Minutes May 1,2023 Page 4of4 Councilmember Kruller praised the Tukwila Police Departmen(1 PD) for their swift action and follow up on a hit-and-run incident that was witnessed and reported by a Metro Bus driver. The driver shared with her that he was impressed by the high level of service he received and text updates regarding the case. She gave another kudos to a Code Enforcement Officer who assisted a senior resident experiencing issues meeting a deadline. She reached out to Code Enforcement on behalf of the resident and Jim Too|e, Code Enforcement Officer, followed up directly with the resident and was able to reach a reasonable outcome. She extended her appreciation to Code Enforcement Officers for the heart and humanity they are able to bring to the neighborhoods. EXECUTIVE SESSION — PotnUa| Litigation — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). (60 minutes) Mayor Pro Tempore Delostrinos Johnson announced the Council will now go into an Executive Session to discuss: Potential Litigation — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). (60 minutes) The total amount of time will be no more than 60 minutes, and no decisions will be made durithe Executive Session. No action will be required in the Open Meeting after the Executive Session has concluded. She 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. 9:06 p.m. Mayor Pro Tempore Delostrinos Johnson called for a brief recess to allow the Councilmembers to convene a separate remote meeting. Executive Session Start: 9:09 p.m. Attendees: Mayor Pro Tempore Dmlonbinon Johnson; David C1ine, City Administrator; Kari Sand, City Attorney; Laurel Humphroy, Legislative Analyst; Counci|mombemHougandy. Quinn. Kruller, McLeod, and Sharp. Executive Session End: 10:05 p.m. ADJOURNMENT 10:05 p.m. UNANIMOUS CONSENSUS EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. Cynthia strinos Johnson, Mayor Pro Tempore Ayala, Administrative Support Coordinator APROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 5/15/23