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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1965-05-17 Regular MinutesNay 17, 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. First order of business was the reading of the May 5, 1965 minutes of council meeting. The minutes were approved as read. Mr. Minkler moved that all bills approved b: the finance committee be allowed with warrants drawn for their respective amounts, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried. Mr. Hodge, City attorney presented Ordinance 429 to council, this in regard to the rezone of the Boode property. Mr. Bowen moved that Ordinance 429 be placed on its first reading, seconded by Mr. Baker and carried. Mr. Anderson moved that Ordinance 429 be placed on its second reading, sec- onded by Mr. Radford and carried. Mr. Anderson moved that Ordinance 429 be placed on its third and final read- ing for passage, seconded by Mr. Gardner and carried. Mayor Strander stated that the Corpof Army Engineers have requested permission to bore test holes at the botoom of 143rd Street. This permission was granted subject to complete restoration. The Council discussed a letter received from the Washington Pottery Company. Due to earthquake damage the house on the property is not livable, therefore permission for a temporary trailer permit was recuested. Mr. Minkler moved that a 6 monthpermission be granted, subject to sanitation requirements. Speaking of trailers, Mr. Minkler stated that complaints have been received on trailers being parked in front yards, this to be looked into. In conjunction with this the City Clerk was instructed by council to get information from the City of Seattle regarding their Trailer Ordinance. Mayor Strander stated that the 1965 budget was in need of revision, this to be taken care of within the next 60 days. 9 The subject of the water problem in the area of 13500 Interurban Avenue S. Mayor Strander stated that a storm drainage plan is very important, as rain water flowing into the manholes could mean very serious damage to our new sewer system. Mayor Strander asked for authorization to check into this, for construction. Mr. Minkler moved that council approve this project. Mayor Str ander will check into the Financing, easements, design and construction. This to be completed by fall. This action seconded by Mr. Anderson. Mr. Ives speaking for the License committee moved that a business license be issued to Mr. Wiese for a General repair shop at 4406 -south 132nd. seconded by I Mr. Minkler and carried. A business license for C.F. Jenson Construction was also discussed. Mr. Ives moved that a business license be issued for a Gun Blueing and Saw Sharpening shop be allowed, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried Mr. Ives stated that the Renton Cab Company is interested in obtaining a licence for the City of Tukwila. 2 applica tims have been received todate. Mr. Anderson spoke to council in regard to a sewage Works school to be held in Pullman, Washington on June 8, 9 and 10. Mr. And erson approve the sending of George Long and Eugene Isler to this short course. After a brief discussion by council Mr. Ives seconded this motion, motion carried. Mr. Gardner stated that he has received inquiries in regard to a light at Interurban Avenue and 58th Street. Mr. Minkler stated that for the past 15 years a caution light has been requested, but the State Highway Department contends that the amount of traffic does not warrant a light at this time. Mr. Wiseman of the Record Chronicle questioned council as to the feasibilty of Interurban Avenue being made into a 4 lane road, continuing on to the West Valley Road. Mr. Ives spoke in regard to a meeting held in Olympia recently, where this was discussed. At that time 1972 was the dated given before any monies would be available A question as to having a resolution drawn in this regard, would help matters any, but it seems this area will still have to wait. Mr. Minkler suggested that Mayor Strander write a letter to Mr. Paul McKay of the State Highway Department. Mayor Strander stated that he will write a letter to Mr. Kay inviting him to speak at one of the June Council meetings. In this why first hand information can be gained. Mrs. 'link stated that the bridge on 180th street is in need of paint. Mr. Zepp stated that the City of Renton was working on this. In regard to the condition of the street Mr. Zepp said that the State will restore this roadway when their work in the area is completed. Mr. Minkler Questioned council as to the running of the Lift Station. All of the difficulties have be straightened out. Mr. Anderson Pi- blically commended Mr. Zepp for his Quick action in regard to getting our problem at the Lift Station under control Following is a list of current bills approved for payment. CURRENT EXPENSE FUND Warrant 8937 8955 STREET EXPENSE FUND 6610 .6620 WATER EXPFNSE FUND 6173 6 SEWER EXPENSE FUND 244 252 PAYROLL FUND 520 532 There being no further business for discussion the meeting was adjourned. ATTEST: LITIT,IAN BALK, CLERK May 17, 1965 (Con't) $9,787.05 2,056.38 1,262.45 2,007.78 2,623.66 MAYOR, JOHN B. STRANDER 11 City Of latikkwrJ7;a Dear Sire-, Per your request as to what should be done to complete the site of pump station on my property. Level and scarify ground where packed by heavy equipment) complete air vents. Request, they be flush with qr o if possible Replace .2 survey monuments as per previous written request. Please use lock on gate. I would prefer that equipment not be driven on restoredi. pasture. According to my measurements, the pump station is out of easement by approximately C 5 fe et. An adjustment should be made for this discrepancy. The power wires}, from Seattle City Light post in street, pass over Mr. Mettler's property, this is against Seattle City Light policy. Reaguest power be brought in under ground as originally stated by engineer. Respectively, J e e r g frt7 m6s