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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1972-01-17 Regular MinutesJanuary 17, 1972 The regular meeting of the Tukwila City Council was called to order by Mayor Frank Todd at 8 :05 P.M. Councilmen present were: D. R. Gardner, J. R. Johanson, G. D. Hill, J.D. Sterling, S. R. Savisky, L. A. Stevens and D. D. Traynor. A correction was noted in the minutes of the January 3rd meeting. The last paragraph on page two was changed to read the Council would meet on January 10 instead of 20th. Mr. Hill made a motion the minutes be approved as corrected. Motion seconded by Mr. Stevens and carried. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS Mr. Gardner made a motion claims approved by the Finance Committee be paid with Warrants drawn in their respective amounts. Motion seconded by Mr. Johanson and carried. Follow— ing the claims: Claims Fund Warrants No. 1397 through 1 in the amount of $16,42.35, Building Fund Warrants No. 04$ through 055 in the amount of $11,713.77, Urban Arterial Street Fund Warrants No. 316 and 317 in the amount of $10,207.40, LID 17 Warrant No. C-22 in the amount of $635.00, Water Sewer Construction Fund Warrant No. 1126 in the amount of $610.00 and 1972 Claims Fund Warrants No.1447 through 1464 in the amount of $7,945.32. CORRESPONDENCE A letter was received from the City of Bellevue forwarding a copy of their resolution recommending the nomination of Mr. Richard M. Foreman to the vacant possition on the Association of Washington Cities Board representing District 7. After some discussion the matter was tabled for further study. Correspondence was received from Southcenter Corporation conveying their thanks for the installation of the traffic control system at the S —Line Bridge. Correspondence was read from UGN thanking the City employees for their contributions. POLICE CAR BIDS Mr. Sterling made a motion the City be authorized to join the State Bid for the purchase of two new patrol cars. Motion seconded by Mr. Hill and carried. ACCEPTANCE OF POLICE STATION CONTRACT Mr. Sterling and Chief John Sheets reported they had inspected the Police Station Build— ing and found it to be satisfactory with the exception of some additional painting in the holding cells and the installation of a threshhold. Mr. Johanson made a motion the City accept the Police Station Contract, subject to the installation of the threshold and the completion of the paint work in the cells. Motion seconded by Mr. Sterling and carried. ELECTION OF THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT Mayor Todd opened the nominations. Mr. Savisky placed the name tion. Seconded by Mr. Sterling. Mr. Stevens placed the name of Seconded by Mr. Johanson. Mr. Traynor moved the nominations be by Mr. Gardner and carried. of Mr. Johanson in nomina— Mr. Hill in nomination. closed. Motion seconded Mayor Todd called for a voice vote. Mr. Johanson was elected with Mr. Stevens casting the lone vote for Mr. Hill. APPOINTMENT OF CITY CLERK Y Mayor Todd announced he wished to re— appoint Mrs. Freda Leahy as City Clerk and requested Council confirmation of his appointment. Mr. Hill made a motion the Mayor's appointment of Mrs. Leahy as City Clerk be confirmed. Motion seconded by Mr. Traynor and carried. APPOINTMENT OF CITY ATTORNEY Mayor Todd announced he wished to appoint Mr. Wayne Parker as City Attorney and requested Council confirmation. Mr. Parker was asked to come forward and was asked the following questions: His place of business Puget Sound Bank Building, Midway. January 17, 1972 Page 2 Do you have a copy of the Ordinance creating office of City Attorney and setting forth his duties? Answer yes. Have you had previous business in the City of Tukwila? Not to my knowledge. Were you previously acquainted with Mayor Todd or any member of the Council No, the first time I met Mayor Todd was on January 6th at my office. Are you willing to represent the City for a retainer fee of $750.00 per month? Yes. Are you a member of a law firm? No, sole practitioner. Was previously a member of a two —man firm. Are you familiar with municipal law? Was admited to practice in September 1952 and have had municipal experience filing claims against Municipalities and is familiar with the RCW's. Are you closely available? Yes, I live in Kent and have offices at Midway. Am in the office from 9:00 until 7:00. Do you understand answering City Clerk's questions are part of your duties? Yes. Mr. Johanson polled the Council Members. All replied in favor of confirmation. Mr. Stevens made a motion the Council confirm the Mayor's appointment of Mr. Parker as City Attorney. Motion seconded by Mr. Hill and carried. APPOINTMENT OF CITY SUPERVISOR Mayor Todd announced he wished to appoint Mr. Gordon Hall as City Supervisor and requested Council confirmation. Mr. Traynor made a motion the Council confirm the Mayor's appointment of Mr. Hall as City Supervisor. Motion seconded by Mr. Hill and carried. ANNOUNCEMENT OF COUNCIL COMMITTEES The clerk read the Mayor's appointments of Council committees and a copy was placed on file. APPOINTMENT TO PARK BOARD Mayor Todd announced his appointment of Mrs. Anne Altmyer as Park Board Chairman to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Mr. Ives. APPOINTMENT OF FIELD SUPERINTENDENT Mayor Todd announced the appointment of Mr. Gene Isler as Field Superintendent. APPOINTMENT TO PLANNING COMMISSION Mayor Todd announced his appointment of Mr. Jon Sterling as an ex— officio member to the Planning Commission. Mayor Todd announced Mr. Frank Zepp was his first appointment to serve on the Mayor's Advisory Committee. BOND CONTRACT McIEAN AND COMPANY i An agreement between McLean and Company, Inc. and the City of Tukwila dated May 1, 1962 for the underwriting of revenue bond issues was discussed. The agreement was to remain in force for a period of five years and thereafter unless terminated by ninety days written notice. OTHER APPOINTMENTS AND INTRODUCTIONS Mayor Todd introduced Mr. Del Moss as the new Planning Coordinator for the City of Tukwila. He also introduced the six new employees hired under the P.E.P. Program. Mr. Hill made a motion ninety days written notice be given by the City of Tukwila to cancel the contract between the City of Tukwila and McLean and Company dated 5/1/67. Motion seconded by Mr. Traynor and carried. The City Attorney was instructed to draft a letter giving notice of cancellation. REPORTS Mr. Hawkins of Hill, Ingman, Chase reported on the progress of the sewer projects. Mr. Hall reported on the Metro Transit Meetings. January 17, 1972 Page 3 Fire Chief Boulanger announced the open house to be held at the new fire station January 29th from 12:90 noon until 5 :00 P.M. RESOLUTION 275 WARRANT SIGNATURES Mr. Hill made a motion Resolution No. 275 (authorizing signatures on warrants drawn on the Seattle First National Bank) adopted on January 10, 1972 be ratified. Motion seconded by Mr. Stevens and carried. RESOLUTION 276 COMMENDING STAN D. MINKLER A proposed resolution commending Stan D. Minkler for his 30 years of public service 1 was presented. Mr. Johanson made a motion the proposed resolution be read. Motion seconded by Mr. Sterling and carried. Mr. Gardner made a motion the resolution be adopted. Motion seconded by Mr. Hill and carried. This being Resolution 276. RESOLUTION 277 COMMENDING RICHARD A BOWEN 1 1 A proposed resolution commending Richard A. Bowen for his years of service on the Council was read. Mr. Hill made a motion the resolution be adopted. Motion seconded by Mr. Stevens and carried. This being Resolution 277. RESOLUTION 278 COMMENDING ARIAND G. RADFORD A proposed resolution commending Arland G. Radford for his years of service on the Council was read. Mr. Traynor made a motion the resolution be adopted. Motion seconded by Mr. Sterling and carried. This being Resolution 278. INVESTMENT REPORT Mrs. Harris, City Treasurer, presented a summary report of Investments for 1971. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Traynor requested further investigation into the possibility of opening the outside lane on the north side of Southcenter Boulevard for thru traffic going west. Mr. Hill, Mr. Hall, Mr. Zepp, Mr. Isler and Mr. Sterling were asked to investigate. Mr. Traynor requested that the Service Station Ordinance be placed on the Planning Com— mission agenda. He also requested a reading from the Planning Commission on what const— tutes a wrecked auto storage yard. Mr. Bergquist of 14455 58th Avenue South read a letter addressed to Mayor Todd request— ing action by the City to finish the rockery on his property. This matter will be further discussed at a work meeting of the Council Wednesday night, January 19th at 7 :30. There being no further business to come Before the Council, Mr. Hill made a motion the meeting be adjourned. Motion seconded by Mr. Stevens and carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:35 P.M. ATTEST: 7.// ..',,—prz-Z-Z-- City Clerk Mayor