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Home My WebLink About2024-02-05 Regular MinutesTukwila City On -site and Virtual W1emdinQ ��8��8U�� x�xxx�� u �~�� REGULAR MEETING Regular Meeting February S.2O24-7:O0p.nm. This meeting was conducted both on -site at Tukwila City Hall and virtually via Microsoft Teams. The phone number for public participation that was provided via the agenda distribution ponoesowma: 1-253-292-9750, access code 670077847# as well as a link tojoin the Microsoft Teams Meeting. CALL TOORDER / PLEDGE OFALLEGIANCE / ROLL CALL / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Mayor McLeod called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience inthe Pledge ofAllegiance. ROLL CALL Andy Youn.Deputy City Clerk, called the roll Vfthe Council. Present sdthe meeting were Coumci|membere De'Sean Quinn (on -site), Mohamed Abdi (on -site), Tosh Sharp (on -site), Armen Papyan (on -site), Jovita McConnell (on -site). Dennis Martinez (nn-aite). Hannah Hedrick (on -site). CITY OFFICIALS Thomas McLeod. Mayor; Marty Wine, Interim City Administrator; Brandon Miles, Interim Deputy City Administrator/Administrative Services Director; Nona Giodof[ Community Development Director; Derek Spook, Economic Development Administrator; Vicky Cadsen Finance Director; Tony CuUerton, Deputy Finance Director; Pete Moyer, Parks and Recreation Director; EricDrever. Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief; Hari Ponnakanh, Public Works Director; Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Laurel Humphney, Legislative Analyst; Christy O'F|aherty, City Clerk; AndyYoun. Deputy City Clerk. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Council President Abdi stated "The City of Tukwila is located 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 paat, present and emerging." PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor McLeod stated those wishing to provide public comments may verbally address the City Council both on -site or via phone or Microsoft Teams for up to 5 minutes for items both on and not on the meeting agenda. 1. Greg Sherlock referenced his ongoing noise complaint with Sabey Data Center and ohod the Chy's code enforcement process. He expressed concern regarding the lack ofsupport he has received from Administration in finding a resolution to this issue, 2. David Puki expressed concern regarding late garbage pickups and spilled trash from recent pickups. 3. Sean Russell requested information on how the City engages with regional transit organizations to represent Tukwila's interests. 4. Joe Duff ie requested trades be added to a Committeeworkpkan. He emphasized the importance of community advocacy for first responders and youth walking safely to schools. 5. Kimberly Cook expressed concern regarding pedestrian safety sd34mAvenue South and South 160m Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes O. Pam Carter thanked the Council for volunteering to serve and spoke on the importance of forming regional alliances and partnerships. She emphasized the time and dedication necessary h)be successful as an elected official. APPOINTMENTS Confirm the appointment of Andy Youn to the position of City Clerk, effective March 18, 2024. Mayor McLeod shared City Clerk Christy O'Flaherty will be retiring effective March 15, 2024 and is recommending Andy Youn. Deputy City C|ark, be appointed as City Clerk effective March 18. 2024. MOVED BYK8CC[]NNELL.SECONDED BY MART|NEZTOCONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OFANDY Y(JUNTOTHE POSITION OFCITY CLERK, EFFECTIVE MARCH18.2O24.° ' The Councilmembers congratulated Ms. Youn on her appointment and thanked Ms. O'Flaherty for her *MOTION CARRIED 7& PRESENTATIONS Update from the Small Business Development Center at Highline College. Rich Shockey, Executive Director ofthe Small Business Development Center at Hkgh|in* College, and Phon Sivongxay, Program Mana8er, provided an overview of services provided at the Small Business Development Center and StartZone, year-end results, and community partnerships. 7:4Qp.m.Counci|nlemberAbdiexited the Council Chambers. 7:53pm.Counui|membcrAbdireturned tnthe Council Chambers. The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions and offered comments regarding the services provided, metrics, funding, and outcomes. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 1/22/24 (3pecia/Mtg) b. Approval ofVouchers: #OO4O5O28—O04O5128�#QQO00322inthe amount of$1.746.852.18. MOVED BYQUINN, SECONDED BYPAPYANTDAPPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7-U. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Update on Asylum seekers/mig rants. Eric Dnaver, Police Chief, and Pete Mayer. Parks and Recreation Dinack)r, provided an update on the status of asylum seekers and migrants at the Riverton Park United Methodist Church and highlighted there are currently approximately 120 families total at the site, indoors and outdoors; Innovative Impact Stnategiesiscnntinuingb/aoaiatwhhmanagementofthesite�pehmeterseourityhasbeenimproved; routine waste management services have been implemented; the City is finalizing a Memorandum of Understanding with RpUMC. The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions and offered comments regarding the recent inclement weather event, capacity at RPUMC, the MOU, cost recovery, coordination with the Tukwila School District, intergovernmental coordination efforts, services being provided at RPUMC, communications to the public, and next steps. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 5.2024 Page 3o{3 Following a request from Council President Abdi, Council consensus existed to receive a monthly update on asy|ee seekeu/mignants, with further targeted discussions to be scheduled for Committee meetings. REPORTS o. Mayor Mayor McLeod reported the former Municipal Court spaces are now available for use to Councilmembers aowork spaces. b. City Council Councilmember McConnell participated in a subcommittee meeting through the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority and reported they are seeking Tukwila residents to be on the subcommittee, Committee meetings will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. and held primarily through Zoom. She attended an Equity and Social Justice Commission meeting and shared there are 3 positions becoming vacant inMarch for which applications will bedue February 15. Counci|memLmrMartinez attended aCascade Water/A|ianceBoardofDirectorsmeetingwherethey discussed ongoing projects. He attended a Tukwila Community Center event regarding Duwamiah parks and a farewell event for former City Administrator David Cline. Marty Wine, Interim City Administrator, referenced the CA(City Administrator) Report, 2023VVod'p|an Quarter 4 update, and the Monthly Construction and Budget report and offered to answer any questions. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Martinez referenced several recent safety incidents that have occurred in the community and highlighted the Tukwila Police Department's quality of service and the importance of increased staffing levels inthe department. ADJOURNMENT 9:24 p.m. UNANIMOUS CONSENSUS EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk APPROVED BYTHE CITY COUNCIL: 2/26Q4