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Home My WebLink About2024-10-28 Committee of the Whole Meeting MinutesTukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting October 28, 2024 - 7:00 P.M. Hybrid Meeting (On -site and Virtual) MINUTES COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council President Abdi 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 Council President Mohammed Abdi (on -site); Councilmembers De"Sean Quinn (on -site), Tosh Sharp (on -site), Armen Papyan (on site) Jovita McConnell (on -site), Dennis Martinez (on -site) and Hannah Hedrick (on -site). CITY OFFICIALS Thomas McLeod, Mayor; Marty Wne, City Administrator, Pete Mayer, Deputy City Administrator/Acting Public Works Director; Brandon Miles, lrector of Strategic Initiatives and Government Relations; Nora Gierloff, Community Development Director; Aaron BeMiller, Finance Director; Tony Cullerton, Deputy Finance Director; Eric Dreyer, Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief, Joel Bush, Technology & Innovation Services irector; Griffin Lerner, Public Works Analyst; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Andy Youn, City Clerk; Jennifer Marshall, Deputy City Clerk, LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Councilmember Hedrick 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 past, present and emerging" PUBLIC COMMENTS Due to the number of individuals signed up to speak at the meeting, Council President Abdi asked for consensus to reduce the time per speaker to 3 minutes each Consensus existed. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO AMEND THE AGENDA TO MOVE PUBLIC HEARINGS TO BE THE FIRST ITEM ON THE AGENDA AND HEAR ITEM 5B (ORDINANCE ADOPTING ZONING REGULATIONS REGARDING TEMPORARY ENCAMPMENTS) PRIOR TO 5A (TAX LEVY LEGISLATION). PUBLIC HEARING (per agenda amendment) b. An ordinance adopting zoning regulations regarding temporary encampments pursuant to RCW 35A.21.360; Establishing Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter 18.48, "Temporary Encampments"; Amending various ordinances as codified at TMC Section 18.104.010, "Classification of Project Permit Applications"; Adopting supportive findings. 7:05 p.m. Council President Abdi opened the public hearing. Nora Gierloff, Department of Community Development Director, outlined the scope of the ordinance noting the imposed local controls are related to public health and safety including screening, a code of conduct, and sanitation standards 7:11 p.m. Council President Abdi called for public comments. Tukwila City Council Committee or the Whole Minutes October 28, 2024 Page 2 of 5 1, Pastor Jan Bolerjack expressed her surprise to find this ordinance on the agenda and encouraged the Council to be better than neighboring cities. 2. Uldriche Jusca shared his experience seeking asylum and encouraged support for the church. Agossa Luambaheart expressed her sorrow the church will not be able to continue helping others. 4. Cedrick Makita Moukassa expressed gratitude for the United States and requested Council keep helping Pastor Jan assist immigrants. 5. Manuela Nsiona asked Council to continue to help Pastor Jan help those in need. 6. Mbeka Herber shared he has learned so much through the programs at the church. 7. Steeve Maboya thanked Council and Pastor Jan for their help noting the asylum seekers may not be able to contribute currently, but they will work hard and do good for the community; they love the United States. Councilmembers asked clarifying questions regarding the proposed ordinance including if indoor and outdoor encampments were both subject to these standards, if tiny houses were included in the scope, and how stringent the requirements are compared to those of neighboring cities. 7:53 p.m. Council President Abdi closed the public hearing. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FURTHER AMEND THE AGENDA TO MOVE THE PRESENTATIONS BEFORE THE REMAINING PUBLIC HEARING. PRESENTATIONS (per agenda amendment) a. Final fee recommendations on the Consolidated Permit Fee Schedule (Part 1 of 2: PW Utility Rates & Fees) Griffin Lerner, Public Works Analyst, and John Ghilarducci, President/Principle of FCS Group presented results for the rate study conducted on the water, sewer, and surface water utilities. The resolution for final determination on these rates will be presented at the November 18th City Council meeting. 8:04 p.m. 8:08 p.m. Council President Abdi exited the Council Chambers. Council President Abdi returned to the Council Chambers. The Councilmembers asked which practices could be employed to keep rates low, how community members will be notified of the upcoming rate changes, and if rates would vary based on if other agencies provided services such as Highline Water. 8:16 8:21 p.m. Council President Abdi called for a 5-minute recess. Council President Abdi resumed the meeting. b. Continued Discussion on the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget 1. 6-Year Financial Forecast & Budget Assumptions Marty Wine, City Administrator, overmewed the various budget assumptions and trade-offs made during the development of the proposed 2025-2026 Biennial Budget noting the desire to return up to $7 in tax capacity, avoid major staffing changes/layoffs, and potential reduced levels of services. Aaron BeMiller, Finance Director, guided Council through the six -year financial forecast noting upcoming challenges due to inflation rising faster than revenue. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes October 28, 2024 Page 3 of 5 The Councilmembers expressed support for some of the proposals while requesting examples of which and how services will be reduced, how the amount of tax capacity was decided, and if B&O Taxes might be considered for warehouses. 9 21 pm. 9 22 p.m. 9.36 p.m. 9 42 pm. 9 41 pm. 9:43 pm. 9:43 pm. 9:47 p.m. Councilmember McConnell left the Chambers Councilmember McConnell returned to Chambers Councilmember Sharp left the chambers Councilmember Sharp returned to chambers Councilmember Hedrick left chambers Councilmember Hedrick returned to chambers Councilmember Martinez left Chambers. Councilmember Martinez returned to Chambers 2. Property Tax & Levies 101 (rescheduled from 10/21/24 Regular CONSENSUS EXISTED TO EXTEND THE MEETING PAST 10:00 P.M. Aaron BeMiller, Finance Director, overviewed property tax levies and the rules associated with establishing the rate. He noted the anticipated vote for Levy Ordinances is scheduled for November 4th. Meeting) 10:07 p.m. 10:09 p.m. Councilmember Papyan left Chambers Councilmember Papyan returned to Chambers 1011 p.m. Councilmember Quinn left Chambers 10:13 p.m. Councilmember Quinn returned to Chambers PUBLIC HEARING (per agenda amendment) a. Tax Levy Legislation (first budget hearing) 10:15 p.m. Council President Abdo opened the public hearing 1. An ordinance levying the general taxes for the City of Tukwila for the Fiscal Year commencing January 1, 2025, with an excess property tax levy for the purpose of paying debt service on the City's unlimited tax general obligation bonds issued in 2016 and 2019, as required by law. 2. An ordinance decreasing the 2025 general property tax levy for the City of Tukwila regular levy from the previous year, commencing January 1, 2025, on all property, both real and personal, in compliance with RCW 84.55.120; Preserving future levy capacity. Aaron BeMiller and Tony Cullerton overviewed the revenues anticipated for 2025 and 2026, and highlighted the savings estimated as a result of the levy reduction. 10:18 p.m. Council President Abdi called for public comments. 1. Greg Sherlock wants full tax capacity to be returned to the taxpayers rather than a portion noting the necessary cost savings could be accomplished by reviewing wages and benefits of staff. 2. Dave Puki agreed with Mr. Sherlock noting all funds should be returned and staff must be made more cross functional. Council President Abdi asked the Council if they had any clarifying questions. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes October 28, 2024 Page 4 of 4 10:25 p.m. Council President Abdi closed the public hearing, SPECIAL ISSUES a. Tax Levy Legislation The Councilmembers had no additional questions or discussion. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THESE ITEMS TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. b. An ordinance adopting zoning regulations regarding temporary encampments CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO TONIGHT'S SPECIAL MEETING CONSENT AGENDA. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor McLeod had no eport b. City Council Councilmember Papyan attended the Highline Forum on Legislation where they are working to develop a Legislative Agenda, Councilmember Martinez attended the Cascade Water Alliance Board Meeting for Mayor McLeod, He also met with Deputy Chief Penwell with the Puget Sound Regionai Fire Authority (PSRFA) who recommended the public reach out to him if they have questions on their fire benefit charge fees. If you car, he can Iook your property and provide specific numbers. c. Staff There was no report. ADJOURNMENT 10:31 P.M. COUNCIL PRESIDENT ABM DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ADJOURNED FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING. ( Mohammed Abdi, Council President ife MshaII, iepty City Clerk APPROVED BY ACTING COUNCIL PRESIDENT: 11/18/24 AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE: 11/19/25