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MINUTES
Regular Meeting
July 1, 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 7:03 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 Dennis
Robertson, Allan Ekberg, Kathy Hougardy, Verna Seal, De'Sean Quinn, and Kate Kruller.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER DUFFIE
FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
CITY OFFICIALS
Jim Haggerton, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; Peggy McCarthy,
Finance Director; Vicky Carlsen, Deputy Finance Director; Rick Still, Parks and Recreation Director; Bob
Giberson, Public Works Director; Chris Flores, Acting Fire Chief; Marty Grisham, Emergency Manager;
Mike Villa, Police Chief; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Mary Miotke, IT Director;
Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
a. Introduction of new firefighters Matt Fink and Greg Planellas. Chris Flores, Acting Fire Chief.
Chris Flores, Acting Fire Chief, introduced new firefighters Matt Fink and Greg Planellas. Both firefighters
are part of the Joint Apprenticeship Training Commission (JATC) partnership with the Department of
Labor and Industries that dictates the first 3 years of required training. It allows for discounts or
reimbursements of 70 -90% of the costs of the required training.
Firefighter Fink attended Western Washington University, attaining a degree in environmental studies with
a focus on emergency management. His prior employment included work as an emergency room
technician at Valley Medical Center and 3 years with King County Fire District #20 as a volunteer
firefighter and EMT (Emergency Medical Technician).
Firefighter Planellas graduated from Bellevue Community College and worked previously as an EMT with
TriMed, volunteered with King County Fire District #20, and worked as a firefighter with Lake Stevens Fire
Department.
Firefighters Fink and Planellas introduced the members of their family in the audience.
The Councilmembers welcomed the new firefighters to the City.
b. Promotion of Brian Lucero to the position of Captain in the Fire Department. Chris Flores,
Acting Fire Chief.
Acting Chief Flores introduced Captain Brian Lucero to the City Council. Captain Lucero was promoted to
the rank of Captain after 18 years with the Tukwila Fire Department. His accomplishments include:
Rescue Team member for 10 years; 2 -term Executive Board Member for the IAFF (International
Association of Firefighters) #2088; mentor to young crew members and junior firefighters; CBT
(Competency Based Training) Instructor; NSA (National Security Agency) Certification as a SCBA (Self -
Contained Breathing Apparatus) air pack technician; key player in mandatory rebuilding of air packs, the
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breathing lifeline in hazardous environments, and development of the Tukwila's Trailer Towing Program
to identify the towing capabilities of vehicles to match them with the appropriate size - weight trailer to
enhance department safety. Captain Lucero has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and is
currently working on a Fire Science and Administrative Degree. Professional activities include work on
the City -wide blood pressure drive, assessment center roll player for neighboring fire departments, and
fire prevention, life safety and public education in his children's school for the past 8 years.
The Councilmembers congratulated Captain Lucero on his well - deserved promotion.
c. Recognition of Fire Captain Mark Morales for assisting in an international search and rescue
training exercise in Thailand. Mayor Haggerton.
Acting Fire Chief Flores introduced Captain Mark Morales to the City Council. Captain Morales is a
member of the Hazardous Materials Team, Rescue Team, and Washington Task Force 1 of FEMA Urban
Search and Rescue. He has a significant knowledge base in the area of fire service special operations.
He is called upon with regularity to provide instruction at various local and regional training opportunities.
Additionally, he has been called upon at the international level, most recently in Thailand in May 2013.
Mayor Haggerton read from a letter he received from Joseph Yun, Acting Assistant Secretary, Bureau of
East Asian and Pacific Affairs. The letter read as follows:
"Dear Mayor Haggerton,
Please extend my sincere appreciation to Mr. Mark Morales of the Tukwila Fire Department for providing
truly world -class support representing the United States at the ASEAN Regional Forum Disaster Relief
Exercise 2013 held in Petcheburi, Thailand, May 7 -10, 2013. U.S. participation and success in this
multinational exercise were crucial in forging positive international relations and enhancing our bilateral
and multilateral ties and engagements in Asia. The team's efforts far exceeded expectations, and the
region took note.
Mark was part of a team that understood the strategic mission and utilized its tactical prowess to forge
strong relations and ensure success of the exercise. His team was termed "the miracle workers" by our
international partners because they worked tirelessly to ensure the exercise was a success despite
difficult conditions. Undoubtedly, their willingness to fix the Search and Rescue site and act as safety
observers and leaders for the exercise not only forged stronger relations, but also saved lives. They
worked over 12 hours every day, enduring very humid conditions in over 100 degree temperatures.
Mark's work ethic, patience, and tenacity served as a model for everyone around him. We at the
Department of State feel it a great privilege that he is part of our team."
Captain Morales introduced his family members in the audience and credited his success to their support.
The Councilmembers thanked Captain Morales for his contributions, and he was given a standing ovation
by those in attendance.
Mayor Haggerton relayed that this meeting is being televised and can also be viewed over the internet.
He asked the IT Director to provide information to those individuals who were recognized this evening
about methods to view the video.
d. An update on Community Schools Collaboration. Deborah Salas, Executive Director.
Deborah Salas, Executive Director of the Community Schools Collaboration (CSC) utilized a Powerpoint
presentation to provide an overview of their work in the Tukwila community.
Ms. Salas explained that the CSC exists to provide children and youth with opportunities to succeed in
school, to develop high aspirations, and to create a better world. Highlights of the presentation included:
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Foster High School — 289 students served
*Academic support includes Academic Learning Center, Educating Pacific Islanders in the community, Y-
Achievers (those working toward college), Earth Services Corps (those leaning toward environmental
jobs)
• Leadership support includes Peer Health Council, Multicultural Action Committee, Pacific Islander
Opportunity Network, Teen Refugees United & Empowered, Youth Ventures
Showalter Middle School — 215 students served
•Academic support includes Academic Learning Center, Getting Ready for Algebra
•Enrichment includes Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Dance, Food & Fitness, Games Club, Multimedia,
Tinikling (a form of dance) Club, Running Club, Gardening Club, Starfire Soccer, Swimming
Cascade View Elementary — 215 students served
•Academic support includes Academic Learning Center, Focused academics for 3 -5th grade, literacy
groups, Boeing Math & Science
•Leadership support includes Making the Jump (5th grade transition) and Leadership group
•Enrichment includes Girls on the Run and Washington State Youth Soccer
Tukwila Elementary —140 students served
•Academic support includes Academic Learning Center, Computer Club, Literacy Club STEM Project,
Math Club, Boeing Math & Science
•Leadership support includes Penny Harvest and Making the Jump (5th grade transition)
•Enrichment includes Girls on the Run, Recreation, and Health & Wellness Club
Summer Refugee Program — Partnership with Tukwila School District & International Rescue
Committee
Refugee population to be served includes Burmese, Bhutanese, Somali, and Iraqi
Funding for
$100,000
$100,000
$208,000
$ 21,170
$ 14,166
$443,336
2012 -2013
City of Tukwila
Tukwila School District
21st Century CCLC (Century Community Learning Centers)
College Spark
Silver Foundation
Total — approximately $450 per student
Confirmed Funding for 2013 -2014
$100,000 City of Tukwila
$125,000 Tukwila School District
$ 30,000 Head Start Direct Support
$225,000 Total
Funding in Process
$147,045 21st Century CCLC (Century Community Learning Centers)
$100,000 RTTT -D (Race to the Top District) (estimated)
What's Next
•Career Development Education Project — Matching business partners with students.
•Head Start — A new Head Start Program to facilitate 36 five -year olds will be held at Tukwila Elementary
School.
•Powerful Schools and CSC Merger — Discussions are being held regarding the options and benefits of
merging these 2 organizations, providing a stronger foundation for funding opportunities and
enhanced service levels.
•Return to Tukwila? - Discussions will occur with the Economic Development Administrator regarding a
possible future location for CSC at Tukwila Village.
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Mayor Haggerton commented on CSC being selected to have a Mobile Workshop at the National League
of Cities Conference coming to Seattle in November 2013. The Mobile Workshop will include an insider -
look at some of the neighborhoods served by CSC and a first -hand visit to an afterschool CSC activity.
The Councilmembers asked questions regarding various aspects of the presentation and thanked Ms.
Salas for the great contributions CSC provides to the community.
e. 2013 1st Quarter Financial Report. Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director, and Vicky Carlsen,
Deputy Finance Director.
Vicky Carlsen, Deputy Finance Director, utilized a Powerpoint presentation to provide the 2013 1st
Quarter Financial Report.
The City -wide unreserved fund balances increased $475,000 in the first quarter of 2013 from $39.8
million at December 31, 2012 to $40.3 million as of March 31, 2013. The governmental funds reflected
the largest changes with a total decrease of $1.5 million; enterprise funds increased by $1.6 million and
the internal service funds increased by $349,000. Of the governmental funds, the general fund has
decreased by $1.9 million during the first quarter; however, general fund operating expenditures only
exceeded operating revenues by $71,000. Through the first quarter, excluding future changes to the
budget, the City is on track to stay within the current adopted budget.
The national and Washington economies continue to move forward at a modest pace. According to the
Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council, the Washington economy is expected to
outperform the U.S. economy, but only slightly. Aerospace, software and construction sectors continue to
show signs of improvement. King County is improving faster than the rest of the state.
Federal fiscal policy remains at the forefront of economic uncertainty. Automatic spending cuts, which
took effect March 1, 2013 and higher payroll taxes have reduced personal income, which could affect
spending. The continuing sovereign debt crisis in Europe could impact the U.S. economy.
To protect against continuing financial uncertainties, the City continues to follow conservative fiscal policy.
GENERAL FUND
General fund revenues collected during the first quarter of 2013 exceed 2012 first quarter by $1.7 million.
Property taxes, sales and use taxes, excise taxes, business licenses and permits, and building permits
and fees revenue exceeded 2012 revenues by $734,000. Included in revenue are $1 million in bond
proceeds for the Metropolitan Park District (MPD). This was budgeted in 2012.
Sales tax mitigation is included in the intergovernmental revenue category. The State of Washington
reduced payments by 3.4% for the current fiscal year, which ends June 30, 2013. It is anticipated that
sales tax mitigation revenue will return to near previous levels in the next fiscal year.
General fund expenditures through the first quarter of the year are $14.5 million or 25.04% of budget.
Transfers out were $1.6 million for the first quarter and will continue to be made on an as- needed basis
during the year.
ENTERPRISE FUNDS
401 — Water: Revenues for the first quarter are at 21.02% of budget and expenses are at 20.65% of
budget. Fund balance decreased $229,000.
402 — Sewer: Revenues are at 27.72% of budget and expenses are at 16.27% of budget, resulting in an
increase to fund balance of $679,000.
411 — Golf Course: Revenues for first quarter 2013 exceeded revenue during the same quarter in 2012.
This is largely due to a substantial increase in the number of rounds of golf; 5,022 in 2013 versus 3,742 in
2012. Expenses for first quarter are at 20% of budget.
412 — Surface Water: The Surface Water fund realized a first quarter fund balance increase of $1.3
million. Revenues and expenses for the first quarter are 46.09% and 12.82% respectively.
The Councilmembers asked questions of Ms. Carlsen and Ms. McCarthy regarding the presentation and
thanked them for the thorough report.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
Robert Neuffer, 13813 37th Avenue South, expressed concern regarding women's only swimming events
at the Tukwila Pool. From his standpoint, this amounts to gender discrimination which causes
unnecessary divisions between people. He is glad the girls are swimming and he understands cultural
issues, but would like to see another system put in place. This is a public swimming pool that should not
have these kinds of restrictions. He would like to see this issue addressed.
Mayor Haggerton waived the 5- minute time limit for Mr. Neuffer to conclude his comments and offered to
waive the time limit for anyone else wishing to speak under Citizen Comments at tonight's meeting.
There were no additional citizen comments.
Councilmember Seal relayed that as the Board President of the Metropolitan Park District for the pool,
she would ensure this matter is reviewed.
Mayor Haggerton said that Mr. Neuffer contacted him by telephone today, and while this is an MPD issue,
anyone is welcome to come to a Council meeting and speak under Citizen Comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 6/10/13 (Special Mtg.); 6/17/13 (Regular Mtg.)
b. Approval of Vouchers #363674- 363785 and #130603 - 130606 in the amount of $1,815,178.96
c. Authorize the Mayor to sign a Facility Relocation Agreement with Puget Sound Energy for the Tukwila
Urban Center Transit Center Project in an amount not to exceed $738,400.00. [Reviewed and forwarded
to Consent by Transportation Committee on 6/25/13.1
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE
APPROVED AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
NEW BUSINESS
Authorize the Mayor to sign the grant acceptance for federal funds with the Puget Sound Regional
Council for the Manufacturing /Industrial Center Street Smart Non - Motorized Project in the amount
of $104,838.00.
This item was discussed at the Transportation Committee meeting on June 25, 2013, and the committee
members were unanimous in recommending approval. The City was awarded $104,838.00 in grant funds
from the Puget Sound Regional Council for the Tukwila Manufacturing /Industrial Center (MIC) Smart
Street Non - Motorized project. The federal funds will enable the City to design the bicycle facilities on
East Marginal Way South, Boeing Access Road, and Airport Way South. The 13.5% City match is
$16,362.00.
MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE
GRANT ACCEPTANCE FOR FEDERAL FUNDS WITH THE PUGET SOUND REGIONAL COUNCIL
FOR THE MANUFACTURING /INDUSTRIAL CENTER STREET SMART NON - MOTORIZED PROJECT
IN THE AMOUNT OF $104,838.00. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Haggerton attended the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Conference in Kennewick this
past week. He was elected to the Board of Directors for District #13, which is the largest district in
Washington, with a total population of 537,000. The Mayor reported that a highlight of the Conference
was the scholarship award ceremony for the Quality Communities Scholarship, where Emina Dacic from
Foster High School was given a $1,000 scholarship. Ms. Dacic endured a great deal of adversity fleeing
from war -torn Bosnia, and she was very well received at the Conference. The Mayor relayed that the
conference sessions provided a great deal of good information and were very informative and pertinent.
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b. City Council
Councilmember Robertson referenced a report he made at a recent Council meeting regarding a
commercial truck parked in a residential neighborhood. He stated that through the efforts of Police,
Public Works, and Code Enforcement, the vehicle is now gone. The cul -de -sac that was affected has
approximately 40 -50 homes and the entrance to the area was almost narrowed to one car at a time. He
extended appreciation to the 3 departments for their efforts on this matter, and conveyed that discussions
will need to occur at the Council level to give City staff better tools to deal with these kinds of issues.
Council President Hougardy reported that the recent teen kick -off event was very successful. She
referenced the recent Joint City Council / School Board meeting and relayed that there were discussions
regarding the Foster Library site and its future use being of benefit to children or youth. That issue will be
discussed at a future Community Affairs and Parks Committee meeting. There was also discussion at
that meeting regarding advisory boards and student positions. Ms. Hougardy will be reviewing that issue
with the School Superintendent and staff from City administration. The Family and Educations Levy was
also discussed.
On June 24, 2013 Council President Hougardy attended and spoke at the Sound Transit Sounder Station
groundbreaking event. Additionally, she attended the AWC Conference this past week, with highlights for
her being sessions on youth, parliamentary procedure, and the small cities roundtable.
Councilmember Ekberg relayed that the memorial service for Betty Gully will be on July 20, 2013 at 3:00
p.m. at the Tukwila Community Center.
Councilmember Seal distributed envelopes to the Councilmembers containing cards from youth who
attended the Teen Venture Camp. She relayed that the youth programs at the Tukwila Community
Center are "awesome" and "amazing." She referenced the "Hero Fund" that is supported from donations
that are used to fund kids to go to summer camp. She read a letter from one of the youth who attended
the camp extending thanks for the opportunity to participate.
Councilmember Quinn reported on the success of the recent Joint City Council /Planning Commission
meeting regarding the findings of the Tree Committee. Additionally, there was a Joint City Council/
School Board Meeting, and he is pleased to see that collaboration continue.
Councilmember Kruller commented on the summer meals program for kids and relayed that 4 Tukwila
schools are involved in the program. She reported that last year Tukwila had 2,553 students who
received free or reduced price meals for a total of 10,816 meals. In the City of Des Moines, there were
approximately 18,000 meals served. She is very proud of the work done in Tukwila, and wants to ensure
we are doing our best to provide as many meals as possible as they are reimbursable.
Ms. Kruller attended the June 24, 2013 Sound Transit Sounder Station groundbreaking event. She also
reported that fresh produce from local farmers is available at the Tukwila Community Center on
Tuesdays - Wednesdays. On June 30, 2013 she participated with the Tukwila Emergency Communication
Team in their weekly net call. This is an opportunity for ham radio operators to check their equipment and
procedures, which are often used in emergency situations. The next meeting is July 10, 2013 at Fire
Station Headquarters (444 Andover Park East, Tukwila) at 7:00 p.m. She also attended the opening
ceremony for the Washington State Association of Firefighters Conference and the annual luncheon for
South King County Human Services. Additionally, she completed Municipal Leadership Certification
through the Association of Washington Cities.
Ms. Kruller conveyed that she has spoken with a state technology employee who said the Federal
Department of Commerce is looking to utilize $3 million for the State of Washington to build a "first net" for
first responders. She would like to see the City monitor this issue.
She reported that a resident approached her who lives near South 158th Street to extend thanks to the
City for the efforts associated with clean -up of vacant lots, tree cutting and an enhanced police presence
in the area. Another citizen spoke with her regarding the City providing cooling areas. The citizen
reviewed the website and did not find information about cooling areas.
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c. Staff
David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator Report in the packet and offered to
answer any questions.
Marty Grisham, Emergency Manager, addressed Councilmember Kruller's question about cooling
centers. King County does surveys of the whole county regarding the possible locations of cooling
centers. Tukwila has offered a warming center during colder periods of the year, and only 3 -4 citizens
came to the center.
Councilmember Hougardy said it would be helpful during warm weather for citizens to know that they
were welcome to go and sit in the lobby of the Community Center for a while to cool down.
Mr. Grisham said there is a difference between a shelter and a center. Formalized policy guidelines are
required to set up a shelter. A center can be established by opening our City facilities and extending
invitations to the public.
d. City Attorney
There was no report.
e. Intergovernmental
Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst, extended thanks for the opportunity to attend the AWC Conference.
Additionally, she reported that the City Clerk's Office will be issuing a notice of cancellation for the July 8,
2013 Committee of the Whole meeting.
MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Ekberg referenced the last City Administrator Report where there was a statement about
Amtrak possibly moving to Auburn. He inquired if anything was being done to prevent that from
occurring. David Cline, City Administrator, said the Community Development Director is tracking that
issue and additional information will be forthcoming to the Council.
Council President Hougardy explained that the cancellation of the July 8, 2013 meeting is due to only 1
item being on the agenda that was not time sensitive.
ADJOURNMENT
9:01 p.m. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY EKBERG THAT THE TUKWILA CITY
COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
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APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 7/15/13
AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 7/16/13