HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-03-01 Regular MinutesCALL TO ORDER /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers City Hall
MARCH 1, 2004 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Steve Mullet called the Regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge
of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Bob Baker, Deputy City Clerk, called the roll of Council. Present were Council President Jim Haggerton;
and Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam Carter, Pamela Linder, Dennis Robertson and
Dennis Robertson.
OFFICIALS:
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Rhonda Berry, Acting City Administrator; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; Lucy Lauterbach, Council
Analyst; Bob Baker, Deputy City Clerk; Jim Morrow, Public Works Director; Steve Lancaster, Community
Development Director; Bruce Fletcher, Director of Parks and Recreation; Keith Haines, Chief of Police;
and Viki Jessop, Director of Administrative Services.
AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA:
1. LINDER MOVED; CARTER SECONDED; TO AMEND THE AGENDA, UNDER THE HEADING
OF BID AWARD, TO STRIKE THE AMOUNT SHOWN AND INSERT THE AMOUNT OF
$31,203.84, INCLUDING WASHINGTON STATE SALES TAX. The motion carried 7 -0.
2. LINDER MOVED; FENTON SECONDED; TO AMEND THE AGENDA, UNDER THE HEADING
OF UNFINISHED BUSINESS, ITEM A, TO STRIKE THE WORDS "A RESOLUTION" AND
INSERT THE WORDS "AN ORDINANCE The motion carried 7 -0.
3. ROBERTSON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO AMEND THE AGENDA, UNDER THE
HEADING OF NEW BUSINESS, TO CONSIDER ITEM (b) BEFORE [ITEM 6] BID AWARD.
The motion carried 7 -0.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Salmon Habitat planning and action: Green /Duwamish and Central Puget
Sound Watershed (WRIA 9) Dennis Clark, Public Outreach Coordinator,
Watershed Coordination Services Team
Dennis Clark, Public Outreach Coordinator, used a PowerPoint presentation to update /inform
Council on the Green /Duwamish Ecosystems Restoration project. That project fits into the "larger
watershed planning effort."
Mr. Clark informed Council that salmon are in trouble in Puget Sound, and "habitat" is one of the key
reasons why. Many things local municipalities do can have an effect on the fish in our streams. As it
relates to habitat, Mr. Clark stated salmon need clean, clear water (free of sediment), good water
chemistry (not too warm and containing adequately dissolved oxygen), food (principally terrestrial insects
that fall into the stream from overhanging vegetation), shelter (in the form of large pieces of wood in the
water), and spawning areas (gravel to incubate eggs in the winter months). This is just the fresh water
part of their environment. They also need salt water habitats for rearing, feeding and acclimation.
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Explaining why the watershed approach is of consequence, Mr. Clark stated both people and fish need a
couple of things provided by healthy watersheds, the least of which is healthy drinking water and food.
We also benefit from the services of flood protection, recreation and beautiful environments.
A watershed is simply "a big basin all the rain and snowmelt that falls in this basin drains into one
major stream or river." In Tukwila's case, it's the Green /Duwamish River. It can also be described as a
series of links for a habitat. For the complex life history of fish, like salmon, which spend part of their
lives in fresh water and another part in salt water to destroy, break, damage or cut off a part of the
habitats is to break a link in the chain and jeopardize the future of the species.
Chinook salmon for example (listed as threatened under the Federal Endangered Species Act) thrive
mostly on the Green River "main stem" and the Duwamish estuary (the lower 11 miles of the river). In
contrast, Coho salmon (not currently protected) rely on tributary streams (smaller streams like Riverton
Creek) and do not rear in their estuary. Understanding differences between the many species shapes the
policy responses received with regard to the decline of salmon.
Another reason why this is important is the fact that each species uses different parts of the watershed
for life stages, i.e., spawning, rearing or migration. Thus, the watershed perspective is useful for
understanding the problems and devising appropriate solutions.
Tukwila's watershed is also known as Water Resource Inventory Area 9 (or WRIA 9). It is 568 square
miles of land, plus additional square mileage in Puget Sound. It is home to nearly 600,000 people. By
way of perspective, one in ten Washington residents calls this place home. It's spread among 16 local
jurisdictional governments, including King County and 15 cities.
As scientists look at the watershed, they become "excited" in approaching the Duwamish River (the lower
11 miles of the Green's system). This is due to the fact they have zeroed in on a portion of northern
Tukwila (north of Highway 99 crossing of the river) and have found (within a one -mile stretch of the
river) something they now call "salmon central." This is the reason why officials are very excited about
the North Winds Ecosystem Restoration Project (ERP). The young fish coming from all parts of the
watershed (even those far from Tukwila) are showing up here and will be here through June in their
transition from fresh water to salt water.
The federal government creates rules associated with these processes and local governments typically
have "no say." The way local governments have a voice is the watershed approach. This allows us to
respond to the "Chinook listing." Rather than having the federal government use the "one size fits all"
approach, we are able to state what we believe will work best, based upon our circumstances and
resources.
The ERP began in 1995 and is a joint Federal, Tribal and State effort, identifying 45 projects, totaling
$113 million. Construction of the ERP is now beginning. North Winds (here, in Tukwila) is one of the
first two projects. It is limited in that its focus is just on the Green /Duwamish part of our watershed; not
the entire water resource inventory area, and it was developed before the Endangered Species Act listing
of Chinook, so its scope is broader in the sense that it does not take into account the needs of that
species. Additionally, its focus is just on projects, not programs or involving the public in activities or
programs like those in the watershed approach. The goals are improvements in water quality and
environmental health by using the Ecosystem approach.
Direction for the project is provided by a "citizens' stakeholders steering committee" including nine
watershed cities, including the City of Tukwila, represented by Mayor Steve Mullet. A separate
watershed forum exists that includes 14 watershed cities as well as King County and the City of Tacoma
(as they receive their water supply from our river).
The effort is focused on creating science and policy documents which are the basis for action. The first
was a reconnaissance assessment. Based upon that assessment, officials created a near -term action
agenda (two years ago). And, as the assessment did not answer as many scientific questions as hoped
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for, gaps were created. Those gaps are being addressed now through research which can be translated
into policy.
Within the next two years, officials will make decisions about projects, programs and (potentially)
regulatory changes. These may affect Tukwila residents /ratepayers. As decision makers for the City,
Council will have the opportunity to vote whether or not to adopt the documents for our City.
Tukwila has been a leader in these efforts and has provided strong leadership in allowing this process to
work since 1998. The Mayor is on the forum and the steering committee and also serves as the Chair of
the Management Committee (the group which provides day to day direction to WRIA officials).
Mr. Clark shared several resources and noted his commitment to make similar presentations where /when
desired. He also noted serving as a "clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities" in the watershed. He
pairs interested citizens with projects which need help to grow stewardship opportunities.
Tukwila may continue to support watershed efforts by carrying out recommendations of the near -term
action agenda items, contributing ideas, supporting volunteers, and encouraging personal behavior
changes. Each of us in the watershed makes an impact in the process.
Before leaving, Mr. Clark fielded questions from Council.
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b. Macadam Wetland Garden Update Bruce Fletcher, Director, Parks and
Recreation
Bruce Fletcher, Parks and Recreation Director, updated Council on a project which has been "on the
books" for three years (in the CIP and Parks Plan) which now has Phase I funding.
Macadam Wetland is an 11 -acre site (with 3 "high and dry" acres) which will serve as a perfect location
for a winter garden. The winter garden idea is unique to Tukwila (and the region) as they are
educational and not found in many municipalities. It will be a very small, passive, neighborhood garden,
with limited parking.
Providing Council with the City of Tukwila Capital Financial Plan for 2004 -2009, Mr. Fletcher showed the
project is funded for 2004. Additionally, he provided a conceptual drawing to show what types of things
could be done at the corner of Macadam and 144 Street South. Important to note, the drawing was
prepared at no cost to the City, by Johnson Braund Design Group, Inc., a Tukwila firm.
Parks staff will hold public meetings (in the neighborhood) to determine what residents would like to see
(acknowledging budgetary constraints) and to determine a possible number of volunteers who would help
take care of the garden. The property is mowed currently by City staff, yet plantings, litter pick -up,
weeding, etc. will take the assistance of neighbors.
Mr. Fletcher noted staff will next find a qualified landscape architect, update the Council, and then
announce public meeting dates.
Councilmember Hernandez sought the protection and preservation of trees along South 144 Street
(where possible).
Councilmember Linder spoke in favor of the project as we do not have such a garden and provided her
vision of the garden as that of a "four- seasons" strolling garden.
Councilmember Robertson suggested staff notify former Tukwila Councilmember Marilyn Stokeness of the
issue as she led the acquisition of the wetlands property some twelve years ago. Mr. Fletcher made
note of the request and Mr. Fletcher agreed to bring future updates.
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PROCLAMATIONS /APPOINTMENTS:
Community Oriented Policina Citizens Advisory Board (COPCAB)
Anne Marie Colton Position #1 Term expires 03 -31 -05
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Chief Haines, Police Chief, introduced Ms. Colton to the Council. A local employee and former Seattle
Police Department volunteer, Ms. Colton holds a Bachelors degree in Politics and Government. Her
interests lie in local, national and international politics.
CARTER MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO APPOINT ANNE MARIE COLTON, TO POSITION #1
OF THE COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD, WITH A TERM TO
EXPIRE MARCH 31, 2005. The motion carried 7 -0.
Richard Simpson Position #5 Term expires 03 -31 -07
Chief Haines, Police Chief, introduced Mr. Simpson. A former Tukwila City Councilmember and Quality
Assurance Inspector and Project Manager with the U. S. Navy, Mr. Simpson has also served on the
Library Advisory Board and is a volunteer at the Neighborhood Resource Center. Mr. Simpson previously
served on this particular board for 2.5 years before being elected to the City Council.
HERNANDEZ MOVED; HAGGERTON SECONDED; TO APPOINT RICHARD SIMPSON, TO
POSITION #5 OF THE COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD,
WITH A TERM TO EXPIRE MARCH 31, 2007. The motion carried 7 -0.
CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE:
Joanne McManus, 5610 South 133r Street, Tukwila, thanked Council President Haggerton and
Councilmembers Duff le and Robertson for their assistance in changing a flat tire last week.
Michael Murphy, 14470 58 Avenue South. Tukwila, informed Council of a tree growing up
through a sidewalk in front of his home. The tree has "crushed three cars," broken his fence and caused
other problems. He stated his belief that the tree (which blocks the sidewalk) is the property of the City
of Tukwila. In order to avoid "going through the lawyer routine," Mr. Murphy urged Council to act on this
item.
Rhonda Berry, Acting City Administrator, noted a Request for Action has been completed /submitted and
is in the Public Works Department for recommendation to City Administration.
CONSENT AGENDA:
a. Approval of Vouchers #305439 305684, in the amount of $716,972.38
b. Amend to Contract No. 03 -069 with ECONorthwest for a more detailed Scope of Work on
the TUC/TOD.
c. A contract with Charles River Associates for technical review, analysis and advice
regarding parking demands and transportation impacts related to the proposed Link Light
Rail System.
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED. The motion carried 7 -0.
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NEW BUSINESS (considered out of order, pursuant to previous motion)
b. Library Issues Discussion
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Councilmember Linder reported review of this issue at the February 24, 2004 Community Affairs and
Parks Committee meeting. Council President Haggerton, sitting in for Councilmember Fenton at that
meeting, reported to the Council.
Mr. Haggerton noted several Councilmembers and /or City staff plan to attend a March 3 King County
Library Services Board meeting. He made sure all saw, and were in agreement with, a letter he and the
Mayor signed to KCLS Boardmembers, dated February 17, 2004. And, Mr. Haggerton wanted all to "be
on the same page" at that meeting with respect to the City's desires. After stating facts surrounding the
Interlocal Agreement between the City and KCLS, the letter urged cooperation to clear up "an apparent
communication problem" and problems regarding recent changes at the Tukwila Library.
To the City, it appears KCLS unilaterally decided to change the service levels at the Tukwila Library and,
in doing so, violated terms of the Interlocal Agreement. City staff /Council seek to have service levels
restored to those which were agreed upon within the Interlocal Agreement, regardless of the age (12
years) of the agreement. Additionally they wish to "work out a resolution that will satisfy both Tukwila
and KCLS."
Taking information from an article in the Kina County Journal, Council President Haggerton spoke of a
chart showing all the cities /libraries in King County. The chart showed how much money KCLS puts into
each library as well how much they take out in the form of taxes from those municipalities. Covering
expenses of nearly $1.2 million per year in Tukwila, KCLS receives nearly $1.7 million a year, resulting in
a net revenue (to KCLS) of approximately $500,000.00 per year.
Councilmember Robertson gave proposed written language stating the City would like KCLS services
"immediately returned to the agreed upon 1991 service levels..." He then spoke of ways to assist in
restoring services and /or making improvements, including (the City) providing better signage, giving
greater visibility within The Hazelnutand making reasonable improvements to the facility.
Other Councilmembers spoke in favor of the letter presented as well as KCLS reinstating the service
levels. It was emphasized that the KCLS meeting should be kept on a positive and professional level.
Finally, it was noted the message to be delivered on the 3rd needs to be presented as coming from the
Council, City staff and the residents of the community, especially those affected by the reduced service
levels.
Linda Alsoo. 5910 South 149 Street. Tukwila, thanked Council for their support on the issue and
"fighting for that library." She asked them to make a general reporting (to the community) on the
outcome of the March 3, 2004 meeting with KCLS. Mayor Mullet responded affirmatively to the request.
BID AWARD:
Award a contract to Ballard Sheet Metal Works, Inc., in the amount of
WSST), $31,203.84, including Washington State Sales Tax, for the Tukwila Community Center
Rotunda Gutter Replacement Project
HERNANDEZ MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO BALLARD SHEET
METAL WORKS, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $31,203.84, INCLUDING WASHINGTON STATE
SALES TAX, FOR THE TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER ROTUNDA GUTTER REPLACEMENT
PROJECT. The motion carried 7 -0.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
a. A- reselutien An ordinance providing for a waiver to the residency requirement
for the position of City Administrator
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1295 AS CODIFIED AT TMC 2.26.030, PROVIDING FOR A
WAIVER TO THE RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR THE POSITION OF CITY
ADMINISTRATOR; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE
HERNANDEZ MOVED; FENTON SECONDED; TO READ THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BY TITLE
ONLY. The motion carried 7 -0.
Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, read the title of the proposed ordinance.
HERNANDEZ MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AS READ.*
PRIMARY AMENDMENT
CARTER MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION, IN SECTION 2.26.040,
BY STRIKING THE WORD "BUDGET" AND INSERTING THE WORD "COMPENSATION
The primary amendment carried 7 -0.
SECONDARY AMENDMENT
CARTER MOVED; LINDER SECONDED; TO FURTHER AMEND THE MAIN MOTION, IN SECTION
2.26.040, BY STRIKING THE ENTIRE FIRST SENTENCE OF THE SECTION.
The secondary amendment carried 7 -0.
*The motion to adopt the proposed ordinance, as amended, carried 7 -0.
APPROVED ORDINANCE #2039
Seeking the floor, post adoption of the ordinance was:
b. An ordinance adopting the 2004 Edition of WSDOT /APWA Standard
Specifications
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DWAYNE TRAYNER. 14910 58 Avenue South. Tukwila„ asked "how many administrators do we
really need Mayor Mullet responded to Mr. Trayner by informing him of the make -up of the current
City Administration.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING TMC 16.34, ADOPTING THE 2004 EDITION OF THE STANDARD
SPECIFICATIONS FOR ROAD, BRIDGE AND MUNICIPAL CONSTRUCTION, INCLUDING THE
CITY OF TUKWILA SUPPLEMENTAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND BOILERPLATE
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT DOCUMENTS; SETTING NUMBER OF COPIES TO BE HELD
FOR PUBLIC REVIEW; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1987; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
DUFFIE MOVED; LINDER SECONDED; TO READ THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY.
The motion carried 7 -0.
Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, read the title of the proposed ordinance.
FENTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AS READ.
The motion carried 7 -0.
APPROVED ORDINANCE #2040
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c. Authorize Mayor to sign a memorandum of understanding with WSDOT for the
I -405 Congestion Relief and Bus Rapid Transit Projects
HERNANDEZ MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO AUTHORIZE MAYOR MULLET TO SIGN A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH WSDOT FOR THE I -405 CONGESTION RELIEF
AND BUS RAPID TRANSIT PROJECTS.*
Discussion:
Jim Morrow, Director of Public Works, sought Council approval of a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) involving the Washington State Department of Transportation and the I -405 corridor and related
projects. The first project is a series of "nickel package" projects (the nickel gas tax increase)
representing expenditures of roughly $485 million over the next 10 years. Dedicated to the I -405
Corridor was $135 million. Before the public now is the possibility of an additional transportation package
that will involve additional monies being dedicated to that corridor.
The MOU being considered covers "ground rules" on how the entities will work together to develop those
projects and sets up that process. The MOU will lead to a definitive scope of work for each of the
projects that will involve Tukwila in the future.
*The motion carried 7 -0.
d. Briefing on Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Steve Lancaster, Director of Community Development, introduced Council to three proposed annual
amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. These are applications submitted by private parties on /before
the December 31, 2003 deadline.
La Pianta LLC File #L03 -077 Tukwila Valley South
This proposal seeks to revise Comprehensive Plan policies relating to the Tukwila Valley South area.
Sabev Corporation File #L03 -078 Between 34 Ave. So. and Tukwila International Boulevard
south of South 126 Street
This proposal seeks to change land use designation and zoning from Low Density Residential (LDR) to
Commercial /Light Industrial (C /LI). This proposal is related to a portion of property at the Department of
Homeland Security site currently under construction. Approval of this application would allow for parking.
City staff recommends Council forward these applications to the Planning Commission post Public Hearing
on March 15, 2004.
Robb Property File #L03 -079 6550 and 6542 Southcenter Boulevard
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This proposal seeks to change land use designation and zoning from LDR to Office (0). Originally
reviewed and rejected by Council last year, problematic issues with this proposal included
access and encroachment on an adjacent property.
At this time some progress has been made with respect to access, and reportedly (yet not seen) with
encroachment. As it relates to access, there is an agreement (in writing) with adjacent property owners.
With regard to encroachment, conversations have taken place, yet no resolution has been made.
Encroachment issues must be resolved, regardless of the outcome of this application.
That being said, staff recommends Council establish a May 3, 2004 deadline to resolve the encroachment
issue (including a boundary line adjustment being filed with the City, bearing signatures of all involved
parties). Failing that resolution, the application should not go forward. If a resolution is reached, staff
suggests forwarding the matter to the Planning Commission for approval, conditioned upon resolution of
the access issue.
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Responding to Council inquiry, Mr. Lancaster (and the City Attorney) confirmed these to be legislative
versus quasi judicial matters. Viewing of the sites is allowed, yet all were cautioned against obtaining
information by any other means than the upcoming public meetings /hearings. Discretion was also
advised as it relates to conversations about the proposed amendments.
After the public hearing, Council must decide which proposed amendments would go to the Planning
Commission for consideration. Beyond that, the items will return to Council for final public hearing. At
that point, Council may adopt the proposed amendments, adopt modified versions, or reject them
entirely.
The Washington State deadline for adopting Growth Management Act- related changes is December 1,
2004, thus each of these items must be decided and the Comprehensive Plan update work must be
adopted by that date.
e. Authorize Mayor to sign the ACC Interlocal Agreement
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Councilmember Hernandez reported review of this item at recent meetings of the Transportation
Committee and the City Council Committee of Whole.
Reminding Council of some of the major changes to the agreement, Ms. Hernandez reported an increase
to the size of the Committee, addition of language regarding an Administrative Committee, addition of
language requiring the ACC to develop a mitigation proposal, and addition of language encouraging
meetings with the Port of Seattle to minimize impacts upon ACC communities.
HERNANDEZ MOVED; CARTER SECONDED; TO AUTHORIZE MAYOR MULLET TO SIGN THE
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT RELATING TO THE AIRPORT COMMUNITIES COALITION,
SUBSTANTIALLY IN THE FORM OF THE DRAFT EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE VERSION INCLUDED
WITH TONIGHT'S COUNCIL AGENDA.*
Dwayne Travner. 14910 58 AVENUE SOUTH. TUKWILA, asked if this is the group fighting the
third runway and if the City "is just kind of beating a dead horse at $50,000.00 ...a whack
Joanne McManus. 5610 SOUTH 133 TUKWILA. noted continual contributions to ACC are not
going to stop the 3 runway and called it a waste of taxpayer money. She said citizens are against
wasting the money on the fight and are tired of paying these monies.
The Council President reminded all present that no money is being sought in this Interlocal Agreement.
The matter before the Council is a contract relative to the reorganization and makeup of the ACC
Executive and Administration Committees from an operational standpoint, and the activities those
committees will pursue.
*The motion carried 6 -1; with Councilmember Fenton voting NO.
f. A resolution changing the street name of Saxon Drive to Costco Drive
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, RENAMING THE PRIVATE STREET NOW KNOWN AS "SAXON
DRIVE" TO "COSTCO DRIVE"
HERNANDEZ MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO READ THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BY TITLE
ONLY. The motion carried 7 -0.
Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, read the title of the proposed resolution.
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AS
READ.*
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Discussion:
Mayor Mullet learned and reported the reason for naming "Saxon Drive" was due to the former existence
of a paper mill called "Saxon Paper Company."
Kim Sanford. Costco Wholesale Corporation, 999 Lake Drive, Issaauah, WA, spoke in favor of
Council approving the resolution to enhance visibility on the main street and to promote use of the street.
Noteworthy, Costco Wholesale Corporation has agreed to pay for new signage (saving the City money)
and will conform to current City standards for those signs.
Councilmembers characterized Costco as being a good commercial /business neighbor to the City of
Tukwila.
Dwayne Travner. 14910 58 AVENUE SOUTH, TUKWILA, stated that since this is a private
street, Costco should provide maintenance on the street. Staff confirmed that to already be the case.
*The motion carried 7 -0.
APPROVED RESOLUTION #1544
g.
Authorize Mayor to sign the 2004 service contract with the Southwest King
County Chamber of Commerce
Councilmember Fenton noted review of the services contract at the Finance and Safety Committee
meeting on February 17, 2004 as well as the February 23, 2004 Committee of Whole meeting.
FENTON MOVED; CARTER SECONDED; TO AUTHORIZE MAYOR MULLET TO SIGN THE 2004
SERVICE CONTRACT WITH THE SOUTHWEST KING COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.*
Although Nancy Damon was present, there was no discussion.
*The motion carried 7 -0.
NEW BUSINESS:
a. Authorize Mayor to sign the King County Interlocal Agreement between the
City, King County and the City of Renton for the Trans Valley Intelligent
Transportation System (ITS) Project
HERNANDEZ MOVED; CARTER SECONDED; TO AUTHORIZE MAYOR MULLET TO SIGN THE
KING COUNTY INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY, KING COUNTY AND THE CITY
OF RENTON FOR THE TRANS- VALLEY INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM (ITS)
PROJECT.*
Discussion:
Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, reported this to be a $1.5 million grant project that King County was
able to obtain. It involves unincorporated King County, the City of Renton and the City of Tukwila.
All the signals along South 180 into Renton and into unincorporated King County will have their
controllers changed out and everything will become synchronized. Important for Tukwila is that it will
dovetail into a similar project for which we already have federal grant funds the Signal Interconnect
project for the entire urban center. Thus, we'll have all the signals within the urban centers, as well as
those going into Renton, tied together.
The City will completely control all of those signals through a computer system such that if we were to
have another earthquake, where all the businesses released their employees and customers (all at the
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same time), causing gridlock, Tukwila staff would be able to establish proper evacuation routes by
controlling the signals from a remote computer.
Responding to Council inquiry, Mr. Morrow noted Tukwila's role does not include any financial
contribution to the project, yet requires agreement to the long -term operation, maintenance and
responsibility of the technology /equipment throughout the corridor.
*The motion carried 7 -0.
b. Library Issues Discussion (previously considered pursuant to motion)
REPORTS:
a. Mayor
Mayor Mullet reported attendance to an Executive Committee meeting with Valley Communications last
week and a meeting with representatives from StarFire Sports today. He then reported upcoming
meetings and events would be reported post occurrence.
b. Citv Council
Councilmember Duffie reported the capture of a local area bank robber nicknamed "the Bag Lady
Bandit." While the robber was found at the Spruce Motel in Tukwila, the young girl who normally is with
her during the robberies was not.
Councilmember Hernandez attended a February 26 Tukwila Urban Center workshop and a March 1
Finance and Safety Committee meeting. Mrs. Hernandez reported receipt of a citizen inquiry regarding
the repair of damaged equipment at Tukwila Park. Said damage occurred during a storm and repairs are
under way.
Council President Haggerton attended a February 25 Cascade Water Alliance meeting with Pierce
County Officials, a February 26 Cascade Water Alliance dinner with Puget Sound Energy Officials and a
February 27 Cascade Water Alliance annual business meeting.
Councilmember Carter reported a February 24 meeting with Family Place People and a February 25
tour of the Teen Health Center with Councilmember Linder. Ms. Carter participated in a February 26
conference call related to the Streamlined Sales Tax issue and the February 28 "Black to My Roots"
presentation at the Foster Performing Arts Center.
Councilmember Linder reported a February 25 tour of the Teen Health Center. She also reported
attendance to a Tukwila Urban City/Transportation Oriented Development meeting and provided kudos to
Michael Freedman of Friedman and Associates for taking such a dry subject and making it very
interesting.
Councilmember Robertson had no report.
Councilmember Fenton attended this evening's Finance and Safety Committee meeting.
c. Staff
Rhonda Berry had no report, yet noted Steve Lancaster had comments.
Steve Lancaster commented on workshops held regarding the Tukwila Urban Center. Calling the
meetings very successful, the City is getting to the point where the vision for the area seems to be
commonly held. Consensus is being reached and discussions are being held on what we (as a
community) need to do to make those visions a reality. Some of the items addressed tend to be
somewhat difficult to achieve (i.e., changing zoning, changing building height restrictions, etc.).
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Mr. Lancaster informed Council they may be hearing from some people who are concerned regarding the
proposed changes. Staff and consultants have met to determine a range of things which can be done to
assist in implementing the plan if the Council chooses to adopt it. Staff and the consultants are looking
at the most creative types of packages of incentives and (as needed) regulations to be brought to the
Council in an attempt to implement the vision.
A joint Planning Commission /City Council meeting is proposed for mid -May. He encouraged questions and
communications (in the meantime) with him as necessary.
Shelley Kerslake had no report.
e. Legislative Analyst
Lucy Lauterbach had no report.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Mayor Mullet reported the February 27 announcement of Deb Eddy, who will soon resign from the
Suburban Cities Association.
ADJOURN:
9:30 p.m. FENTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR
MEETING. The motion carried 7 -0.
d. City Attorney
I L,
Steven M. Mullet, Mayor
Date Minutes Signed: March 15. 2004
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Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk