HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-10-27 Committee of the Whole MinutesTukwila City Council
Hybrid Meeting (On -site and Virtual)
MINUTES
Committee of the Whole
October 27, 2025
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Sharp called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at TOO p.m. and led the audience
in the Pledge of Allegiance
OFFICIALS
Present at the meeting were Councilmembers Mohamed Abdi (on -site), Armen Papyan (on -site), Tosh
Sharp (on -site), Dennis Martinez (on -site), Verna Seal (on -site), and Joe Torres Camacho (on -site).
Councilmernber Hedrick was not in attendance.
CITY OFFICIALS
Pete Mayer, Deputy City Administrator/Parks & Recreation Director; Brandon Miles, Director of Strategic
Initiatives/Government Relations; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Aaron BeMiller,
Finance Director; Tony Cuilerton, Deputy Finance Director; Eric Dreyer, Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy
Police Chief; Jen Tetatzin. Public Works Director; Jae? Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Laurel Humphrey.
Legislative Analyst: Andy Youn-Barnett, City Clerk.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Councilrnember Papyan 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 cur respects to
their elders past, present and emerging "
PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Robert Neuffer suggested protections against potential misuse of Flock camera data; spoke in
favor of fuly staffing the mental health professional program; and expressed concern regarding
potential National Guard deployment.
2. Christine Neuffer urged the Council to support making the mental health professional program
permanent; she suggested guardrails against misuse of Flock camera data.
3. Joe Duffle thanked Maxine Anderson for her many years of service to the City, urged residents to
vote; and noted there will be a luncheon for veterans on Veteran's Day. He spoke against having
the National Guard in Washington State
Council President Sharp requested a moment of silence for Maxine Anderson.
4. Greg Sherlock expressed concern regarding lack of clarity regarding a proposed contract for
financial investment services reviewed at the recent Finance and Governance Committee
meeting.
5 Kate Kruller urged the Council and public to support the Tukwila Pantry. She thanked the Police
Department and Valley Communications for recently holding women's self-defense programming.
Eric Dreyer, Police Chief, and Eric Lund. Deputy Police Chief, referenced a recent article by the University
of Washington Center for Human Rights which indicated that several law enforcement agencies had
unintentionally provided access to Flock data for immigration purposes. They clarified Tukwila did not
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engage in looking up information for federal authorities and the City is compliant with the Keep
Washington Working Act.
Councilmembers asked clarifying questions regarding access to and use of Flock data.
Consensus existed to review data access safeguards, police markings, and for Police to release a
statement informing residents of tonight's discussion.
Consensus existed to amend the agenda to add a promotional swearing in for the Police Department.
AGENDA AMENDMENT
Mayor McLeod administered the Oath of Office to Police Officer Nolan Rouse.
PRESENTATIONS
King County International Airport, Boeing Field Presentation
David Decoteau, Deputy Airport Director highlighted current airfield projects including Runway 14L-32R
Rehabilitation and Taxiway B Safety Improvements which are anticipated to enhance safety, modernize
infrastructure, boost efficiency, and strengthen the local economy. They also introduced ongoing
initiatives including Vision 2045 (Airport Plan Update) and Part 150 Study (Noice and Land Use
Compatibility Study) inviting public participation.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
There was no report.
b. City Council
Councilmember Abdi urged everyone to provide support to the Tukwila Pantry.
Councilmember Papyan thanked City staff who responded to the recent windstorm event. He attended a
Husky Caucus event and spoke to students regarding civic engagement and running for public office. He
shared he has been outreaching to businesses to support the Tukwila Pantry, and offered a reminder to
vote by November 4th.
Councilmember Martinez attended a South County Area Transportation Board meeting, a ribbon -cutting
ceremony for Fox Car Rental, a Cascade Water Alliance Finance & Management Committee meeting,
and Cascade Water Alliance Public Affairs Committee meeting. He shared there will be an Allentown
Community meeting on October 28th at the Tukwila Community Center,
Councilmember Seat thanked Councilmember Papyan for his involvement with the King County
International Airport. She suggested charitable giving committees as one method of supporting the
Tukwila Pantry.
Councilmember Camacho attended a Climate Justice Learning series meeting and a King County -Cities
Climate Collaboration Elected Official Work Session, where he learned residents can sign up for Puget
Sound Energy Flex. He shared King County Council recently passed a Strategic Climate Action Plan.
Council President Sharp visited two senior centers, the Tukwila Village SHAG and Merrill Garden, where
residents surfaced concerns regarding safety at night and increased taxes. He shared he responded to
the power outages resulting from the recent windstorm.
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c. Staff
Pete Mayer, Deputy City Administrator/Parks & Recreation Director, shared staff will be presenting the
Supplemental EIS on the Allentown Truck Reroute at the Allentown Neighborhood meeting at the Tukwila
Community Center.
MISCELLANEOUS
In response to a question from Councilmember Martinez regarding a letter of support towards the Sound
Transit Allentown Light Rail Station, Brandon Miles. Director of Strategic Initiatives & Government Affairs,
indicated a letter was not sent as the City is awaiting information regarding the project.
In response to a question from Councilmember Martinez, Mr. Miles offered clarification regarding funding
provided by the City to the Tukwila Pantry and to the Riverton Park United Methodist Church.
In response to a question from Council President Sharp, Mr. Miles offered an overview of an upcoming
request for Lodging Tax funds towards supporting the World Cup.
In response to a question from Councilmember Abdi regarding providing additional funding to the Tukwila
Pantry, Mr. Miles noted the City has a Human Services Advisory Committee that can allocate funding
based on the community's needs.
ADJOURNMENT
9:05 P.M. COUNCIL PRESIDENT SHARP DECLARED THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
ADJOURNED
Tosh Sharp, Council Pres.
Andy Youn-Barnett, City Clerk
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