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Home My WebLink About2025-06-16 Regular MinutesTukwila CC�Council Regular Meeting Hybrid Meeting (On-site and Virtual) June 16, 2025 - 7:00 P.M. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDERIPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor McLeod called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7;00 p.m, and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance, ROLL CALL Jennifer Marshall, Deputy City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present at the meeting were Councilmembers Tosh Sharp (on-site), Mohamed Abdi (virtual), Armen Papyan (on-site), Dennis Martinez (on-site), Hannah Hedrick (virtual); and Verna Seal (on-site). MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY PAPYAN TO EXCUSE THE ABSENCE OF COUNCILMEMBER MCCONNELL. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Mayor McLeod 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." CITY OFFICIALS Thomas McLeod, Mayor; Marty Wine, City Administrator; Pete Mayer, Deputy City Administrator/interim Public Works Director; Andrew Tsoming, Assistant City Attorney; Nora Gierloff; Director of Community; Neil Tabor, Senior Planner; Development; Brandon Miles, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Government Relations; Aaron BeMiller, Finance Director; Eric Drever, Chief of Police; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief; TC Croone, Chief People Officer; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Jennifer Marshall, Deputy City Clerk PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor McLeod shared a statement regarding the Tukwila Police Department (TPD) response at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Saturday, June 14, 2025. 1. Karin Masters spoke regarding the police response noting it was not initiated until the protest turned toward rioting and illegally barricading the driveway. She believes the response was appropriate and noted no arrests were made. 2. Joe Camacho shared support for increasing Middle Housing requirements sharing his experience as a teacher at Foster High School and the success of their piloted program for Urban Planning. 3. Joe Duffie thanked the TPD for doing their job and doing it well. He shared his experience participating on an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. He also reminded Councilmembers to represent the public and not their own agendas. 4. Jules Shusterman thanked TPD and believed they used least amount of force necessary if they did respond. He encouraged focus on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and how the City will respond if they break state and federal laws. 5. Dennis Robertson requested the Council fix the budget now. He spoke about the protests taking place weekly at DHS and noted the group does so peacefully and lawfully, but that rioters joined this weekend and escalated the situation. Tukwila City Council Regular Minutes June 16, 2025 Page 2 of 5 6. Jacob Halverson shared people are concerned about safety and believes the TPD response on Saturday was excessive. 7. David Puki spoke regarding the upcoming changes to zoning and requested the Council take time to consider the impacts to infrastructure and the like before approval. 8. Apreet Sidhu requested additional updates be made to the Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) amendments being considered. He has heard others say Tukwila is anti -development, but instead the goal should be to be pro -development and affordable housing. 9, Krysteena Mann was at DHS over the weekend when TPD responded and was disappointed at their response. She reported on what happened and the repercussions for the individuals and families who were required to report. 10. Greg Sherlock shared his experience as a neighbor to DHS noting his neighborhood was ruined by spray paint and trash. He requested those who protest do so legally and help build Tukwila up. 11. Delilah Ivanek reported on a father who went into DHS this weekend and did not come out. She asked all to reconsider and reframe their thoughts in order to help those who are affected by DNS and ICE actions. 12. Gina Bernhardt Nielsen lives adjacent to DHS and thanked the TPD for their increased presence to ensure the ingress and egress were not blocked in by the influx of vehicles flooding their neighborhood. She thanked Council for allowing a fully staffed Police Department, CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 612125 (Regular Mtg.); 612/25 (Special Mtg.) b. 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[Reviewed and forwarded to consent by the Community Services & Safety Committee on 6/9/25.] e. A resolution adopting a six-year Transportation Improvement Program (2026-2031) and directing the same to be filed with the State Secretary of Transportation and the Transportation Improvement Board. RESOLUTION NO. 2117 [Reviewed and forwarded to consent by the Committee of the Whole on 6/9/2025.] Tukwila City Council Regular Minutes June 16, 2025 Page 3 of 5 f. A resolution adopting the South King Housing & Homelessness Partners 2026 Work Plan and 2026 Operating Budget. RESOLUTION NO. 2118 ['Reviewed and forwarded to consent by the Planning & Community Development Committee on 619125] g. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. for benefit broker services in an amount not to exceed $7,000 per month through July 15, 2028. (Reviewed and forwarded to consent by the Committee of the Whole on 6191251 Councilmember Martinez requested to take item c (Ordinances amending the Middle Housing, Accessory Dwelling Unit and Objective Design Standards Code) off the consent agenda for further discussion under New Business, MOVED BY MARTINEZ, SECONDED BY HEDRICK TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A resolution declaring the property located at 444 Andover Park East (Assessor Parcel Number 022340-0080) to be surplus; and approving an alternative sale process as authorized by Tukwila Municipal Code Section 2.64.030(4). RESOLUTION NO. 2119 Mayor McLeod clarified this resolution was related to the property for the former Tukwila Fire Station 51. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY PAPYAN TO READ THE RESOLUTION BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. Jennifer Marshall, Deputy City Clerk, read the resolution by title only: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, DECLARING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT444 ANDOVER PARK EAST (ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 022340-0080) TO BE SURPLUS; AND APPROVING AN ALTERNATIVE SALE PROCESS AS AUTHORIZED BY TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.64.030(4). MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY HEDRIK TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. NEW BUSINESS Ordinances amending the Middle Housing, Accessory Dwelling Unit and Objective Design Standards Code: (removed from the consent agenda) (1) An ordinance consolidating Low Density Residential (LDR) and Medium Density Residential (MDR) Zones into a new Community Residential (CR) Zone; Amending Ordinance No. 2741 §3 (part), as codified at Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter 18.08, "Districts Established — Map," and Figure 18-10, "Zoning Map," ORDINANCE NO. 2762 (2) An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2494 §12, as codified at Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Section 9.20.080, "Parking Class 3 and Class 4 Vehicles in Residential Zones"; To update references pursuant to changes in zoning districts. ORDINANCE NO. 2763 (3) An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2740 §3 (part), as codified throughout various chapters of Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Title 17, "Subdivisions and Plats"; To update standards relating to land division, frontage improvements, and streets, and to update references pursuant to changes in zoning districts. ORDINANCE NO. 2764 (4) An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2741 §3 (part), as codified throughout various sections of Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Title 18, "Zoning"; Amending Ordinance No, 2758 §3, 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8, as codified throughout Title 18; Amending Ordinance No. 2756 §3, as Tukwila City Council Regular Minutes June 16, 2025 Page 4 of codified at TMC 18.50.260; Amending Ordinance Nos. 2745 §7 & 2759 §3, as codified at TMC 18.104.010; Eliminating TMC 18.12; Amending Table 18-5, Table 18-6, & Figure 18-7; To amend & establish new regulations to support middle housing. ORDINANCE NO, 2765 The Councilmembers discussed potentially moving this item to a future meeting in order to address concerns received from the public and the potential implications of the delay. MOVED BY MARTINEZ, SECONDED BY SHARP TO MOVE THE ORDINANCES TO THE JUNE 23, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AND SPECIAL MEETINGS. MOTION FAILED 2-4, WITH ABDI, PAPYAN, HEDRICK, AND SEAL DISSENTING. MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY HEDRICK TO APPROVE THE FOUR ORDINANCES. MOTION CARRIED 4-2, WITH SHARP AND MARTINEZ DISSENTING. REPORTS a. Mayor No report. b. City Council Councilmember Papyan attended the Highline Forum discussion on the Seattle -Tacoma International Airport and would like for a presentation to be made at Council. He noted he will work with Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst. Council President Sharp thanked the Tukwila Police Department for their response at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) incident over the weekend acknowledging their early, swift response. He will be attending the Juneteenth Celebration at the Sullivan Center and anticipates a lot of councilmembers will be there as well. Councilmember Martinez spoke about his engagement with the community, noting councilmembers will connect those who reach out with concerns to the correct departments or individuals. He spoke about attending an election and was pleased to see the democratic process working. He did see the protest at DHS and when he was there it was peaceful. Councilmember Seal shared she has worked over thirty years in immigration law and volunteers at the asylum clinic. She is upset by the strange request from DHS for people to report over the weekend and the fear it has spread; she welcomed people to reach out to her and she will help. Councilmember Abdi also expressed concern about the unpredictability and fear noting his heart goes out those involved. He reminded people to be peaceful and safe while protesting. Councilmember Hedrick thanked everyone for their public commentwould like to discuss how the City can continue to protect people legally. She encouraged continuing to show up for one another and is available to help. c. Staff No report. MISCELLANEOUS: Councilmember Papyan acknowledged the work involved with the Middle Housing Ordinances and asked for education regarding the implementation of these ordinances. He invited military veterans to participate in the Honor Flight where they would have the opportunity to be flown to Washington D.C. Councilmember Abd! requested a discussion regarding the legal options to protect our immigrant and asylee community. Tukwila City Council Regular Minutes June 16, 2025 Page 5 of 5 Councilmember Martinez shared he would be attending the South County Area Transportation Board (SCATBd) meeting at City Hall on June 17, Tukwila Pool Metropolitan Park District (TPMPD) Stakeholders Meeting on June 18, and Juneteenth Celebration on June 19. Council President Sharp announced Councilmember Abdi will chair the Transportation and Infrastructure Services Committee for the remainder of the 2025. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor McLeod announced the Council will now go into an Executive Session to discuss: Potential litigation — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(c). (95 minutes) The total amount of time will be no more than 15 minutes, and no decisions will be made during the Executive Session. He noted there is potential action to follow in the Open Meeting after the Executive Session has concluded. 9:08 P.M. Mayor McLeod called for a brief recess. 9:15 p.m. Executive Session Start Attendees: Mayor McLeod; Councilmembers Abdi, Sharp, Papyan, Martinez, Hedrick and Seal; Marty Wine, City Administrator; Andrew Tsoming, Assistant City Attorney; Brandon Miles, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Government Relations; Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst; Jen Tetatzin, Public Works Director; Shawn Christie, Internal Operations Manager. 9;30 p.m. Mayor McLeod announced the Executive Session would be extended until 9:40 (an additional 10 minutes) 9:40 p.m. Executive Session End NEW BUSINESS a. A settlement agreement with T -Force. Mayor McLeod announced there would be no action taken tonight. ADJOURNMENT 9:41 P.M. UNANIMOUS CONSENSUS EXISTED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. homas McLeod, a v or W%%mi r M, n lifer Ma hall, Depu y City Clerk APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL: 06/23125 AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE: 06/24125