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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1964-12-07 Regular MinutesThe regular meeting of the Tukwila City Council was called to order by the Mayor, John B. Strander at 8:00 P.M. Councilmen present were Stan Minkler, A.G. Radford, Richard A. Bowen, Dwight R. Gardner, C.T. Baker and Robert B. Anderson. First order of business was the reading of the minutes of the November 16, 1964 meeting, the minutes were approved as read. Mr. Minkler moved that all bills appr- ove d by the finance committee be allowed with warrants drawn for their respective a amounts, this second'° by Mr. Anderson with an amendment to payment on I.I.D Mo. 5. for certification. CURRENT EXPENSE FUND WARRANT STREET EXPENSE FUND PAYROLL WATER FACILITIES CONTRACT MC LEAN COMPANY RE: L.I.D 9 8675 8707 6535 6537 365 375 O.R. Alia Mr. Radford reported for the Street Committee. Mr. Gardner reported for the Flood Control Committee. December 7, 1964 $3,240.57 217.05 2,586.53 7,750.21 10, 306.28 The water report was read and placed on file. A brief discussion was had with cumcil in conjunction with the irregularity of the South Meter. Mr. Zepp reported on the building permits issued in the month of November. Mayor Strander read a letter received from Puget Western, this in regard to a new building to be located in Andover Park. This to be built for Firestone Company. Mr. Bowen reported that all the new mercury vapor lights have been installed at the junction. Mr. Minkler reported for the Water Committee. Mr. Minkler questioned Mr. Diehl as to the number of hydrants placed in the area of L.I.D. 8 Mr. Anderson reported for the Sanitation Committee. A test of the new lift station will be held December 8, 1964 at 2:P.M. In connection with this Mr. Brewer stated that the poles should be moved from his property. The committee will meet with Mr. Brewer on the 12th of December in council chambers. A; meeting will be held with the sanitation committee to work out the final procedure in regard to sewer installation. Mayor Strander presented a report on the failure of the lift station (in Andover) total cost of labor todate is 14,028.56 A complete report will be given at the meeting of December 21, 1964 ?67 Mr. Bowen reporting for the Fire Department stated that the alarm system being_ set up with Burien is in the workings and this should be complete very shortly. Mr. Bowen asked that the Water Department comply with the Fire code by marking hydrants as to capicity of flow. If the City complies with the Fire Code 1956 the rates on insurance can be lowered Volunteer firemen for day time service is still needed. Police Department- Mr. Minkler Chief Boze stated that the new lights in the Andover Park area are a great help. Mr. Hart representing Tukwila Downs spoke to council in regard to forming an L.I.D. in that area for storm sewers. Mr. Hart stated that a verbal O.K. was received from the State Highway Department, also that Puget Sound Power and Light Company will be in agreement with this plan. Mr. Hart will be in contact with Mr. Hodge. Mr. Bowen speaking for the annexation committee stated that a letter had been received from the Dorothy Boode estate inquiring into procedings for annexation. December 7, 1964 (Con't) a signed petition must be presented to council before they can proceed in this manner. Mr. Baker reported for Public Buildings Grounds. Mr. Baker stated that a new heating system has been installed in the City Hall offices and working fine. Judge Duckworth of the Renton District Court is all set to hold court in Tukwila. Mr. Minkler reported for the Planning Commission. An Ordinance in regard to card roo:is amending ordinance 204 374 was presented to council at this time. Mr. Anderson moved that ordinance 416 he placed on its first reading, seconded by Mr. Radford and carried. Mr. Anderson moved that ordinance 416 be placed on its second reading, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried. Mr. Anderson moved that ordinance 416 be placed on its third reading for passage, seconded by Mr. Baker and carried. Mr. Hodge discussed the L.I.D. assessment roll for 5. It was brought out at this time that the only way any changes can be made, after its closure is by ordinance only. Mr. Baker moved that Ordinance 417 relating to the change in interest rate for L.I.D. 6 be placed on its first reading, seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried. Mr. Anderson moved that ordinance 417 be placed on its second reading, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried. Mr. Bowen moved that ordinance 417 be placed on its third and final reading for passage, seconded by Mr. Gardner and carried. Mr. Bowen moved that Ordinance 418 relating to the fixing of the date, form and Bonds to Southwick, Campbell waterman this in regard to L.I.D. 6 be placed on its first reading, seconded by Mr. Baker and carried. Mr. Baker Moved that Ordinance 418 be pl aced on its second reading,seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried. Mr. Anderson moved that ordinance 418 be placed on its third and final reading for passage, seconded by Mr. Gardner and carried. Mr. Hawley questioned coucnil as to the legality of a drive way in a R -1 zoning area, this to service property in a R -4 zone. Mr. Hawley stated that it was his contention that this was in violation of our zoning code. Mr. Hawley will furnish the city a copy of a letter from the attorney(that being Mr. Hawley attorney) tiumatexpriclinactudbomdrauckx NAPIEM WiliniTagaillEXIMPOZXIXIBMEUX Mrs Flink stated that a sign on the down grade of 180th was to close to the corner. Mr. Zepp will check tiis out. Mr. Crostick questioned the engineer as to the cost of Rxltx±x xwas the side walk in front of the Shell Service station. as this was a private matter =mail council did not enter into the discussion Mr. Crostick also questioned council in regard to the flood gate on the rate. It seems it is not functioning properly. Mr. Gardner will meet with Mr. Crostick to check this out. Meeting adjourned at 10.45 269