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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1965-05-03 Regular MinutesMay 3, 1965 The 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, E.W. Ives, Richard A. Bowen, Dwight R. Gardner, C.T. Baker and Robert B. Anderson The first order of business was the reading of the minutes of the April 19th meeting, the minutes were approved as corrected. The correction being that the resolution presented to council by Mr. Radford is one and the same as resolution 181 Mr. Minkler moved that all bills approved by the finance committee be allowed with warrants drawn for their respective amounts, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried. CURRENT EXPENSE Warrant No. 8911 8936 1306.46 STREET EXPENSE 6603 6609 760.20 WATER EXPENSE 6172 16.25 SEWER EXPENSE 241 243 119.44 PAYROLL FUND 504- 519 2784.93 The water report was read and placed on file. Mr. Zepp gave the Building Department report for the month of April. The Public Hearing relating to the Boode property rezone was opened to the public at this time. Mayor Strander read the legal description in this regard, whereby the Clerk stated that this was published and posted in the area as required by law. 3 Mr. Harry Nelson representingrMrs.,Boode spoke in behalf of the rezone. Mr. Louis Bentler of 13905 -55th stated that this rezone would depreciate his property as zoned this way that would allow apartment building, which would block the view. Mr. Minkler stated pacific conditions were set up before the R -4 zoning was granted that being that water and sewer lines would be installed to City specification along with street and storm drains. Mr. Brewer stated that the water and sewer system was inadequate for this type zoning, it was pointed out that the extra recommendations mentioned above was the outcome of the protests listed. Mr. Anderson moved that council concur with the Planning Commission recommendation with the accepted limitations, this seconded subject to the Ordinance written by the Attorney, by Mr. Ives -and carried. Mr. Radford reported for the street committee. Mr. Minkler reported for the Eater Committee, a recent break in a water line could have been caused by the earthquake of April 29, Mr. Anderson reporting for the Sanitation committee stated that a pump in the lift station had burned out, a new pump motor will be installed. Mr. Minkler stated that Mr. Brewer and Mr. Mettler should present a letter to the City stating the restoration work that is still needed in that area. Mr. Bowen reported for the Fire Department. Fire Chief Traynor stated that Abbott Laboratory and the surrounding areas were affected the most by the recent earthquake, but the community in general faired very well. The Fire Department crew stood by for any possible emergenc -T during the day. Chief Traynor also stated that the Foster Golf Links were handl the fire permits on the week ends. May 3, 1965 (Contt) 5 Mr. Minkler reported for the Police Department. Chief Boze gave a report on the past months activity within the the City, included in this report was a detailed account of the recent accident, involving the Community Club House. The Attorney, Mr. Hodge stated that because of the change from Municipal Court to Renton District Court system the duties of Mrs. Shirley Johnson will be re classified, this to concur with the auditors recommendations. A report on this will be forthcoming at the meeting of May 17, 1 965. Mr. Gardner reporting for the Flood Control Committee stated that the Port of Seattle has started on this $50,000.00 survey. Mr. Gardner advised the property owners to look into rip rapping of the river banks as soon as possible. County Aid will be available at 5f dollars per running foot. Mr. Anderson stated that at the same time we should get help from the County Engineers in regard to the Comprehensive Storn Drainage Plan. Mr. Ives read a letter to council, wherein it stated that King County was declared a disaster area regarding the February Floods) bank stabilization work will be aided by Federal Aid up to 70% for farmlands, this letter was dated April 19, 1965. Mr. Bowen speaking for the Annexation Committee stated that some property was under study for annexation to the City. Mr. Baker reported for the Public Buildings and Grounds Committee. Mr. Ives reported for Parks and Beautification Committee.. Mayor Strander read a letter to council from the Chairman of the 'ping County Fair, one member of the council will serve on this committee. Mayor Strander, with the agreement of the Council appointed Mr. Ives to serve on this committee. Mr. Minkler reporting for the Planning Commission stated that two Public Hearings will be on the agenda for the May 20, 1965 meeting, that being a rezone request by Mr. Sanford and Mr. Hayes., also rezoning an area by the City Park from R -1 to R -3 Mr. Ives reported for the School Committee. Mr. Ives speaking for the license committee stated that an application- for business license was received from Mr. Wiese for a general repair business this at 4406 South 42nd avenue S. This will be checked on and reported on at the May 17th meeting. Mr. Ives speaking in regard to the taxi cab license request stated that we have also had correspondence from the Renton Yellow Cab Company and the Yellow Cab Company of Seattle. Mr. Sperlin who originally requested a business license in this regard spoke to Council clarifying his intentions if a license was issued. He would have a Company based in Tukwila, with a two way radio set up, this to operate on a dispatch system. Two cars would be used with it specifying Tukwila Cab. The license committee will continue their study in this regard. Mr. Gardner reported for Metro. Mr. Minkler read a letter received from the King County Library Board, wherein a request for financial aid to the Foster Library was issued. Ordinance No. 427 was presented to Council at this time, this relating to the \I deed of Dedication for the last portion of Slade Way. Mr. Ives movedithat Ordinance 427 be placed on its first reading, seconded by Mr. Gardner and carried. Mr. Bowen moved that Ordinance 427 be placed on its second reading, seconded by Mr. Baker. Mr. Anderson moved that Ordinance 427 be placed on its third and final reading for passage, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried. A brief discussion was had at this time in regard to the acceptance of easements for LID'S 8 9, this was tabled til a later date. Ordinance 428 was presented to Council, this in regard to the Interest rate and Maturity date of LID 9. Mr. Gardner moved that Ordinance 428 be placed on its first reading, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried. Mr. Anderson moved that Ordinance 428 be placed oh its second reading, seconded by Mr. Gardner and carried. Mr. Bowen moved that 1 Ordinance 428 be placed on its third and final reading for passage, seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried. Mr. Brewer questioned council as to the zoning of his property at the time of annexation to the City. Mr. Brewer stated that property owners should be informed of the type of zoning. Mrs. Flink reported that the drain ditch on 57th avenue S is overflowing, Mr. Zepp stated that this is being taken care of, as time allows. There being no further business for discussion the meeting was adjourned til May 17, 1965. ATTEST: d�,) L L— LILLiAN BALK, CITY CLERK May 3, 1965 (con't) 7 JOHN B. STRANDER, MAYOR