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Home My WebLink About2023-12-11 Committee of the Whole MinutesTukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting On -site and Virtual Meeting December 11, 2023 — 7:00 P.M. MINUTES This ineetmgwas conductee both on -site at Tukwila City Halt and virtually via Microsoft Teams. The phone number for public participation tila( was provided via the agenda distribution process was. I-253-292-9750', access code 670077847# as well as CI link to join the Microsoft Teams Mooting, COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF AL LFGIANCE Council President Delostrinos Johnson called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance, OFFICIALS Present at the meeting were Councilmembers Kathy Hougardy (on -site), DeSean Quinn (on -site) Kate Kruller (on -site),, Thomas McLeod (on -site), Cynthia, Delostrinos Johnson (on-site)i, Mohamed Abdi (on - site), Councilmeimber Sharp was not in attendance, CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekberg; Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Marty Wine, Deputy City Administrator/ Administrative Services Director Kari Sand, City Attorney; Nora iGierloft, Community Development Director; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Vicky Carlsen, Finance Director; Tony Cullerton, Deputy Finance Director, Pete Mayer, Parks and Recreation Director; Eric Dreyer, Police Chief; Eric. Lund, Deputy Police Chief; Hari Ponnekanti, Public Works Director; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk, LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Councilmember Kruller stated "The City of Tukwila is located on the ancestral iands 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 1. Katrina Dohn shared she is having difficulty with Internet connectivity in her neighborhood and requested someone look into this matter. 2; Ken Romerdahl outlined ongoing issues she has had with a developer across the street from her home and requested assistance from the City. 3.. Todd Hutchinson provided additional details, regarding the developer referenced in Ms. Romerdahrs comment and requested assistance from tile City. 4, Joe Duffle thanked the outgoing Elected Officials for ther service„ James Johnson expressed condom regarding the draft temporary homeless encampment ordinance and requested the Council take additional time to consider the draft ordinance. He thanked the outgoing Elected Officials for their service and gave kudos to Council President Delostrinos Johnson. Tukwila City Council Committee of the, Whole Minutes December 11., 2023 Page 2 of 4 SPECIAL ISSUES a. Resolutions of Service Appreciation: Councilmember Delostrinos Johnson Councilmember A,bdi read the resolution expressing sincere gratitude to Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson for her service as a Councilmember in its entirety. Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst, presented a key to Johnson (2) Councilmember kruller e Cd to Council' President Delostrinos Council President Delostrinos Johnson read the resolution expressing sincere qratitude to Kate Krufler for her service as a Councilmember in its entirety Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst, presented a key to the City to Councilmember Kruller (3) Councilmember Hougardy Mayor Ekberg read the resolution expressing sincere gratitude to Kathy Hougardy for her service as a Councilmember in its entirety Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst, presented a key to the City to Councilmember Hougardy. (4) Mayor Ekberg Erik Ekberg read the resolution expressing sincere gratitude to Mayor Ekberg for his service as Mayor and former Councilmember in its entirety, David Cline, City Administrator. presented the Mayor with a sign of the City Seal created by Public Works CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THE RESOLUTIONS TO THE SPECIAL MEETING CONSENT AGENDA DIRECTLY FOLLOWING THIS MEETING. 7:51 psn, Council President Delostrinos Johnson called for a 5-minute recess, 8:01 p,m, Council President Delostrinos Johnson resumed the meeting. b. Contracts issued under the emergency proclamation. David Caine, City Administrator, indicated following the emergency proclamation issued by Mayor Ekberg on October 6 2023 and ratified by the Council on October '16,, ,2023, two, contracts tor services were issued to provide expertise and support for the situation at Riverton Park United Methodist Church, 'The first, contract is an amendment to the contract with Innovative Impact Strategies for homeless service consulting services and the second contract is with Brad Harwood for communications services. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE SPECIAL MEETING CONSENT AGENDA DIRECTLY FOLLOWING THIS MEETING. c. An ordinance regarding temporary homeless encampments. Eric Dreyer, Police Chief, and Nora Gierloff, Community Development Director, provided an overview of the draft ordinance that regulates temporary encampments for homeless individuals in the City. The intent. of the ordinance is to protect public health and safety through regulations such as requiring a permit application and fee, appropriately sized sanitation facilities,, a code of conduct, and more. Staff is, seeking Council direction on next steps, Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes December 11, 2.023 Page 3 of 4 1. Melaka Lucas ielayed asylees endure a difficult jOUT r ley and are often bought to RPUMC by social workers and law enforcement„ She asked the Council take into consideration the human component as they make their decision 2, Paln-iira Figueroa expressed concern regardregarding the draft ordinance as she feels it is unwelcoming to homeless individuals and asylees„ 3. Daniel Vingo thanked Pastor Jan and shared his experience staying at the RPUMC. 4 Verna Seal urged the Council to take add[tionaO time toireview the draft ordinance. 5, Katrina Dohn expressed concern regarding the draft ordinance's requirements regarding children under the age of 18, The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions regarding the draft ordinance including impacts to the existing encampment at the Riverton Park United Methodist Church (RPUMC), the outcomes of the draft ordinance, efforts to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with RPUMC, tools to manage the encampment at RPUMC more safely and effectively, insurance, and current conditions. 8:58 p.m, Councilmember Quinn exited the Council Chambers, 9:00 orn. Councilinember Quinn returned to the Council Cnambers„ Jan Bolerjack, indicated asylees and homeless individuals continue to arrive at RPUMC seeking shelter. There is a code of conduct currently in place that is enforced by the church, She expressed the need for additional housing options and increased capacity through other agencies. The Councilmernbers offered additional comments regarding funding mcchanisms, the intent of RCW 35A.21 360 to give religious, institutions expansiverights to host accommodations for homeless popu:Oations, and the need for additional conversations and work on the draft ordinance: 945 p.m, Council President Delostrinos Johnson exited the Council Chambers. 9 49 ern. Council President Delostrinos „Johnson returned to the Council Chambers CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE SPECIAL MEETING DIRECTLY FOLLOWING THIS MEETING. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Ekberg had no report: b. City Council Council:member Hougardy ,attended the ribbon -cutting at the Sullivan Center to celebrate the launch of the new student Private LTE network where Chromebooks were handed out to Tukwila School District students. She participated in recent meetings and events through the Soundside Alliance, Sound Cities Association, the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce, and Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce. Councilmember Kruller attended the ribbon cutting at the Sullivan Center to celebrate the launch of the Private LTE network for students and gave kudos to Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer, for his work en the project She also participated in a recent meeting on the Tukwila Community Leadership initiative, She reported she was recognized as a Member Emeritus of Sound Cities Association. Councilmember Abdi expressed appreciation for the work accomplished by the outgoing Elected Officials and shared his respect and admiration. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Nithutes December 11 2023 Page 4 of 4 Council President Delostrinos Johnson gave kudos to the City for supporting the Tukwila Community Leadership Initiative, c. Staff There was no report. ADJOURNMENT 10:08 p.m COUNCIL PRESIDENT DELOSTRI OS JOHNSON DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ADJOURNED. Cynt a Q4ostnnos Johnson, Council President Andy 'Your, Deputy City Clerk APPROVED BY BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT: 12/26/23 AVAILABLE ON THE CITY INEBSITE: 12/28/23