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MINUTES
Regular Meeting
January 7, 2013— 7:00 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL
Mayor Haggerton 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
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Councilmembers Joe Duffie,
Dennis Robertson, Verna Seal, Allan Ekberg, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn and Kate Kruller.
CITY OFFICIALS
Jim Haggerton, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney; Mike Villa,
Police Chief; Lavern Peterson, Fire Department Battalion Chief; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director;
Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Mary Miotke, IT Director; Joyce Trantina, Mayor's Office Project
Analyst; Kimberly Matej, Government Relations; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Sharon Mann, 4452 South 160th, extended an invitation from the Tukwila International Boulevard Action
Committee (TIBAC) to an appreciation event involving dinner and refreshments on January 8, 2013 at the
Tukwila Community Center at 7:00 p.m.
Roger Baker, 11662 42nd Avenue South, referenced the death of a friend who backed out of her driveway
into the river 2 years ago. Today another car went into the river, and while that person survived, he feels
guardrails should be installed on 42nd Avenue South along the river. He has made this request in the past
and has been told there is a lack of funds, and he would like to see this budgeted.
Jae U. Kim, 14905 Interurban Avenue South, said he has owned the 76 Station and Jumbo Deli on
Interurban Avenue for 15 years. He referenced the Interurban Avenue improvement project and feels the
design is negatively impactful to his business. He would like the Council to review the plans and consider
changes to the design.
Mayor Haggerton asked the Public Works Director to provide a status report on the Interurban Avenue
improvement project.
Bob Giberson, Public Works Director, explained the design for this project will be completed in 2013, as
will a call for bids for construction. There are significant safety improvements in the design, and staff will
be working with the property owners to resolve issues of concern. This item will come before the
Transportation Committee in 2013, and Mr. Kim will be notified of the meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 12/3/12 (Regular Mtg.), 12/10/12 (Special Mtg.)
a. Approval of Vouchers:
December 17: #362114- 362268 and #121100 in the amount of $2,067,293.11
January 7: #362269- 362383 and #121201 - 121207 in the amount of $970,374.30
c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an addendum to the Interlocal Agreement with the Tukwila Metropolitan
Park District (MPD) for contract support services through July 15, 2013. [Approved by the MPD Board
at the 12/17/12 meeting.]
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MOVED BY DUFFIE SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED
AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
PUBLIC HEARING
An ordinance vacating portions of the existing South 178th Street right -of -way and amending the
official street map of the City.
7:09 p.m. Mayor Haggerton opened the public hearing and asked the City Clerk to reference
any written testimony.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, acknowledged receipt of 3 written comments received in the City Clerk's
Office on January 7, 2013. The following written comments were distributed to the City Council via email
and in paper form and referenced into the record:
1. A 1 -page email from Ralph Shape, dated January 7, 2013, relating to "Public Hearing on Monday,
January 7, 2013."
2. A 1 -page letter from Gary Schenk, Interim Director of the SeaTac Department of Community and
Economic Development, dated January 7, 2013, relating to "An ordinance vacating right -of -way within the
City of Tukwila dedicated for street purposes generally described as portions of South 178th Street."
3. A 2 -page letter from David Namura of Puget Sound Energy, dated January 7, 2013, relating to
"Proposal to vacate portions of the existing South 178th Street right -of- way."
Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney, explained that on December 3, 2012 the City Council set the date
for this public hearing through Resolution #1782.
Mayor Haggerton announced that each person will be allowed 5 minutes for comments. He requested
that all speakers address the Council in a courteous manner and not engage in interaction with the
audience.
Michael Scarey, 4800 South 188th Street in SeaTac, is representing the City of SeaTac. They are asking
the Council to be mindful of 2 issues of significance to the City of SeaTac. (1) The existing South 178th
Street should remain open until the construction of the relocated street is completed and open for use.
This street provides access to the Southcenter Mall area for a large portion of SeaTac's residents. (2) It
is important to view this action in the context of the larger Tukwila South Project. The Tukwila South Draft
EIS included the assumption that SR 509 would be completed by 2015. He urged the Council to continue
to support funding to complete this important link in the regional transportation network.
David Namura is the Local Government Relations Manager for Puget Sound Energy (PSE). He explained
that PSE has a 16 -inch high pressure gas main that runs along the northern portion of South 178th Street.
This is one of the 3 major supply lines that provides natural gas to western King County, serving 210,000
customers. As a major supply artery, the line cannot be taken out of service for relocation. Relocating
this line into the road realignment would necessitate that the proposed road realignment be construction
ready, would take more than a year for design and construction, and would cost upwards of $10 million,
for which PSE would expect reimbursement. Additionally, there is a 3 -phase electric distribution feeder
circuit located within the entire length of the South 178th Street right -of -way. This circuit provides
reliability for SeaTac and Tukwila South. Relocation of this electric infrastructure would cost upwards of
$1 million, for which PSE would expect reimbursement. He asked the Council to refrain from making a
decision tonight, and that the ordinance be amended to include the requirement that the recipient of the
vacated road provide a 20 -foot easement to PSE for the utility infrastructure.
Councilmember Ekberg asked how deep the line is buried.
Julie Kelly from PSE stated it is hard to know for sure, and that it is likely 4 feet deep, which is the
standard.
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Councilmember Kruller inquired about the franchise agreement with the City. Mr. Namura relayed that
the franchise renewal is being negotiated. It was signed in 1980 and expired in 2005. It is his
understanding that because both parties are operating under the same franchise obligations and involved
in active negotiations, it is still a valid contract.
Councilmember Hougardy inquired if the pipes would have to be relocated based on the excavation of the
hill. Mr. Namura replied that it is difficult to know that at this time, and given the grade of the hill, a portion
of it would likely have to be relocated. If the Fire Station was placed at the proposed location on South
178th Street, it would be possible to locate around the Fire Station.
Councilmember Kruller asked what direction the gas and electric lines run. Mr. Namura said the gas line
runs on the north side of the street, and the electric line runs on the south side of the street.
Ms. Kruller asked how much time it would take to size up this situation and make adjustments if the road
were to go in. Mr. Namura said they would need a place to install the pipe, and the newly aligned road
would need to be constructed to ensure stable soil for the pipe relocation. That would involve
approximately 18 months for planning, engineering, and construction.
Jami Balint, 5811 Segale Park Drive C, is Company Counsel for Segale Properties. They are supportive
of the street vacation, and would also like the City to take the time to work diligently with Puget Sound
Energy to resolve issues of concern. If the ordinance is not adopted this evening, they would like to see
the ordinance back before the Council by the end of the month, so the construction season can be
planned.
7:24 p.m. Mayor Haggerton closed the public hearing.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
An ordinance vacating portions of the existing South 178th Street right -of -way and amending the
official street map of the City.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, VACATING
PORTIONS OF THE EXISTING SOUTH 178TH STREET RIGHT -OF -WAY; AMENDING THE
OFFICIAL STREET MAP OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ.*
Councilmember Robertson indicated there are some serious issues that require additional discussion,
and he would like to see the ordinance brought back to the February 4 Regular Meeting. The last
Regular Meeting in January on the 22nd of the month will also involve a Metropolitan Park District Meeting
that same night, which will not allow sufficient time for this discussion.
* DUFFIE WITHDREW MOTION, ROBERTSON WITHDREW SECOND. NO ACTION.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY SEAL TO CONTINUE THIS ISSUE TO THE
FEBRUARY 4, 2013 REGULAR MEETING. **
Councilmember Quinn asked the Assistant City Attorney if this is an appropriate approach to this issue.
Ms. Turpin responded in the affirmative, that it is in the City's best interests to take the additional time to
resolve issues between the 3 parties.
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Councilmember Quinn asked Ms. Balint from Segale Properties if the timeline of bringing the ordinance
back to the February 4, 2013 Regular Meeting is acceptable. Ms. Balint responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Quinn referenced the $10 million cost for PSE to relocate the gas line. He asked Mr.
Namura from PSE if this delay provides an opportunity to arrive at a solution. Mr. Namura responded in
the affirmative.
Councilmember Kruller referenced Section 2 of the ordinance and asked the Assistant City Attorney if a
fee would be charged for the street vacation. Ms. Turpin said there would be no charge for the property,
as the City would be more than compensated through the dedication of the road.
Ms. Kruller referenced Section 4 of the ordinance regarding a public access easement. She inquired
about language that would ensure the street is built to City standards. Ms. Turpin indicated a separate
agreement exists that sets forth the specifics regarding the design of the road. Ms. Kruller suggested
language be added that references the expectations.
**MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO CONTINUE THIS ISSUE TO THE FEBRUARY 4, 2013 REGULAR
COUNCIL MEETING.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Election of 2013 Council President.
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO NOMINATE KATHY HOUGARDY AS COUNCIL
PRESIDENT FOR 2013.*
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO CLOSE THE NOMINATIONS.
MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
*MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ELECT KATHY HOUGARDY AS THE 2013 COUNCIL PRESIDENT.
Council President Hougardy expressed her honor at being elected to the role of Council President. She
indicated that her focus this year will be on Council Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
Additionally, a priority will be on establishing the Council's role in implementing the City's Strategic Plan.
Goals will also be established for the full Council and Council Committees.
Ms. Hougardy expressed that the Council is a cohesive group with diverse backgrounds. The courtesy
and respect the Councilmembers have for each other is the foundation of a well- functioning team. The
Council is united in purpose to serve those who live and work in Tukwila. She thanked the Mayor and
staff for their commitment to the City. She also thanked Kimberly Matej for her work with the Council over
the past 6 years. She is also appreciative to the citizens of Tukwila for giving her the opportunity to serve.
Ms. Hougardy took her spot on the dais as the Council President.
Mayor Haggerton expressed that the Tukwila City Council is a very well- functioning group.
b. A resolution establishing the meeting schedule for City Council Committees.
RCW 42.30.030 states All meetings of the governing body of a public agency shall be open and public
and all persons shall be permitted to attend any meeting of the governing body of a public agency, except
as otherwise provided in this chapter."
To ensure the greatest adherence to the Open Public Meetings Act, it is in the best interest of the City to
formally adopt legislation, by way of a resolution, that establishes the Council Committee meeting days,
times, and locations.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
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Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
ESTABLISHING THE MEETING SCHEDULE FOR CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES, AND
REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 1760.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED
AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1785.
c. Authorize the Mayor to sign a lease agreement with Sound Cities Association for their office
space in the 6300 Building through January 31, 2016.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY SEAL TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN A LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH SOUND CITIES ASSOCIATION FOR THEIR OFFICE SPACE IN THE 6300
BUILDING THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2016.*
In 2006 the City entered into a 5 -year lease with Suburban Cites Association (SCA), now known as
Sound Cities Association, for Suite #206 in the 6300 Building involving 1,100 square feet of office space.
The rent was increased by 10% each year, and Amendment #1 readjusted the rent amounts and
extended the lease through January 31, 2013. Amendment #2 added billable IT services. Sound Cities
Association would like to expand into Suite 212 and Public Works staff will relocate to Suite 100. Council
is being asked to approve the new lease agreement for 3 years with a rent of $1,703.33 per month, for a
total of 1,460 square feet.
Councilmember Quinn inquired if loss of the space was a problem for the Public Works Department, and
Mr. Giberson responded in the negative.
*MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
d. A resolution adopting a legislative agenda for use during the 2013 Washington State legislative
session. (Discussion only)
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
ADOPTING A LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR USE DURING THE 2013 WASHINGTON STATE
LEGISLATIVE SESSION.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE
ADOPTED AS READ*
Kimberly Matej, Government Relations Manager, provided an overview of this issue.
The State Legislature is scheduled to begin the 105 -day regular session on January 14, 2013 and end on
April 28, 2013. This is the first year of the Legislature's biennium legislative cycle, and it is anticipated this
will be another financially challenging year for the State. Governor -elect Inslee will take office on January
14; however, notwithstanding his election, Governor Gregoire is still required to propose a budget for
2013 -2015, which was done on December 18. She released 2 versions of her proposed state budget.
One proposal relies only on existing revenues and includes $117 million in cuts to local governments.
The second includes new revenues, spending cuts, budget transfers and direct impacts to cities.
Regardless of the sitting Governor's budget, Governor -elect Inslee will have the ultimate authority and
decision making power to propose a budget as he chooses. The Association of Washington Cities has
described the Association's view of this year's state budget as — retain, restore, and preserve. Tukwila's
recommended legislative priorities follow that philosophy.
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Ms. Matej explained the draft resolution is before the Council this evening and can be adopted tonight or
forwarded to another meeting. The intent is for the Council to consider the legislative priorities and adopt
the resolution at the January 22, 2013 Regular Meeting.
The Councilmembers commented on the legislative priority list and asked clarifying questions of Ms.
Matej.
*NO VOTE ON MAIN MOTION.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE
JANUARY 14, 2013 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Haggerton reported that the Cowlitz Indian Tribe has occupied the office space formerly utilized by
the King County Housing Authority (15455 65th Avenue South, Tukwila). They will be having an open
house for their behavioral health and chemical dependency program on January 12, 2013 from Noon to
5:00 p.m. The Mayor also reported that Lynn Wallace from the Southwest King County Chamber of
Commerce has taken a position with the Renton Chamber of Commerce.
Mayor Haggerton relayed that on January 2, 2013 at the Southcenter Mall, the Washington State Lottery
conducted a drawing for the Seahawks playoff game in Washington D.C. There were approximately
1,500 people in attendance, and staff from the Lottery Office contacted the Mayor regarding the
exceptional service provided by the Tukwila Police Department. There will be another lottery event for
the playoff game in Atlanta at the Southcenter Mall on January 9, 2013.
b. City Council
Councilmember Duffie attended the Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce breakfast on
January 4, 2013.
Council President Hougardy attended the Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce breakfast on
January 4, 2013. She also attended the South King County Economic Development Initiative (SKEDI)
event on January 4, 2013. There was a focus on funding for the extension of Highway 509.
Mayor Haggerton indicated that the City has not wavered in its support for completion of Highway 509.
Councilmember Ekberg attended the recent Sustain Tukwila Pool (STP) meeting.
Councilmember Seal asked if one of the Councilmembers may have inadvertently picked up the mail in
her box on December 7, 2012.
Councilmember Kruller attended the STP meeting on January 5, 2013 and the Southwest King County
Chamber of Commerce breakfast on January 4, 2013. Ms. Kruller referenced legislation passed 10 years
ago, making human trafficking a crime in the State of Washington. The University of Washington is
conducting an International Program talking about the root causes of human trafficking on
January 11 -12, 2013. This is an important issue and she passed information on to Chief Villa regarding
the event.
Councilmember Seal relayed that the Equity and Diversity Commission has discussed this topic in the
past, and the University of Washington has a good program.
c. Staff
David Cline referenced the City Administrator report in the packet and offered to answer any questions.
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d. City Attorney
There was no report.
e. Intergovernmental
There was no report.
MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Duffie indicated he will be hosting the Council Coffee Chat on January 12, 2013 (Foster
Golf Links Clubhouse).
Councilmember Robertson thanked Councilmember Duffie for handling the Coffee Chat for him due to a
prior commitment.
Council President Hougardy thanked Councilmember Seal for her work as Council President in 2012 and
for staying on as the MPD President in 2013.
Ms. Hougardy distributed a handout regarding the upcoming January 14, 2013 Committee of the Whole
meeting and the proposed timeline for hiring the Council Analyst position. The sub - committee that will be
working on the interview process includes Councilmembers Duffie and Robertson and Council President
Hougardy. The full Council will also be involved in the process and decision making regarding the
position.
Councilmember Robertson expressed concern that the schedule is ambitious.
Councilmember Kruller suggested that there be some churn in the process — in that parts of the process
can rotate to other members of the Council. Council President Hougardy indicated that could be
discussed at the January 14 meeting.
Council President Hougardy announced the Council Committees for 2013.
Community Affairs and Parks Committee —2nd and 4th Monday at 5:15 p.m. (City Hall Conference Room 3)
Allan Ekberg, Chair
De'Sean Quinn
Kate Kruller
Finance and Safety Committee —1St and 3`d Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. (City Hall Conference Room 3)
Dennis Robertson, Chair
Verna Seal
De'Sean Quinn
Transportation Committee —2nd and 4th Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. (6300 Building Suite 100)
Kate Kruller, Chair
Joe Duffie
Dennis Robertson
Utilities Committee — 1st and 3rd Monday at 5:00 p.m. (6300 Building Suite 100)
Joe Duffie, Chair
Allan Ekberg
Verna Seal
Councilmember Ekberg said the Des Moines MPD Board has extended an open invitation to attend their
Board Meetings the 2na Tuesday of the month. There is a meeting tomorrow that he will be attending.
Additionally, the Superintendent of the Tukwila School District will be attending the Sustain Tukwila Pool
(STP) group meeting on February 2, 2013.
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Councilmember Kruller is pleased with the committee assignments. There may be occasions when she
will need some extra time in getting to the meetings.
Mayor Haggerton thanked the staff for a busy and productive 2012, and from all indications, 2013 will be
just as busy. He expressed appreciation to Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director, and the staff of the
Finance Department for completion of the City's budget and CIP.
ADJOURNMENT
8:29 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
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Christy O'Flahert , City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 1/22/13
AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 1/23/13