HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-05-17 Regular MinutesCALL TO ORDER /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ROLL CALL:
OFFICIALS:
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers City Hall
May 17, 2004 7:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Mayor Steve Mullet called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge
of Allegiance.
Rhonda Berry, City Administrator, called the roll of Council. Present were Council President Jim
Haggerton; and Councilmembers Joe Duffle, Joan Hernandez, Jim Haggerton, Pamela Linder, Dennis
Robertson and Dave Fenton.
Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; Jim Morrow, Public Works Director;
Steve Lancaster, Community Development Director; Bruce Fletcher, Director of Parks and Recreation; and
Alan Doerschel, Finance Director.
HAGGERTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO CONSIDER PROCLAMATIONS /APPOINTMENTS
AND CITIZEN COMMENT BEFORE SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS. The motion carried 7 -0.
PROCLAMATIONS /APPOINTMENTS:
Proclamation National Public Works Week Mav 16 -22. 2004
Mayor Mullet read an original proclamation inviting all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint
themselves with the challenges confronted in the daily provision of public works services in our
community and to recognize the daily contributions our Public Works Department staff make to our
health, safety and quality of life. Further, Mayor Mullet proclaimed May 16 -22, 2004 National Public
Works Week with a theme of "24/7: Focused on Your Community." Public Works Administration and
many employees were in attendance in support of their department and the proclamation.
Appointment
Brooke Alford Parks Commission Position #1 Term expires 03 -31 -07
Bruce Fletcher, Director of Parks and Recreation, introduced Ms. Alford. The appointee expressed
pleasure at being able to serve the citizens of Tukwila.
HERNANDEZ MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO APPOINT BROOKE ALFORD TO THE TUKWILA
PARKS COMMISSION, POSITION #1, WITH A TERM TO EXPIRE ON 03- 31 -07. The motion
carried 7 -0.
CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE:
Robert Neuffer. 13813 37 Avenue South. Tukwila. thanked Council and staff for Cascade View
Park and for moving forward with the surface water management plan. He noted development in his
area is very much appreciated and will benefit the entire community of Tukwila.
Art Rosenaren. Tukwila resident, stated appreciation for the Council and Mayor for "such a fine
police force" under the direction of Chief Keith Haines. He thanked police personnel who "work in all
capacities" and stated support for the observance of National Law Enforcement Officers' Week.
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Grea Sherlock, 12435 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, thanked Council and City staff
and stated "this City is terrific" and moving in the right direction. He also spoke regarding the proposed
intersection that will serve the Intergate West and Homeland Security buildings on T. I. B. Currently,
there is no intersection. He noted that planned "C" curbing would prohibit left turns and limit access to
his own property. He asked Council to direct staff not to install "C" curbing.
Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, responded that "C" curbing has never been planned. Rather, he
noted, "striping" would be installed to create a left turn "pocket."
Jim Gipson, owner of Hillside Apartments, Tukwila, reiterated and supported statements made by
Mr. Sherlock. He spoke against "C" curbing as it could "de- value" his property.
Andv Jones, 13039 56 Avenue South, Tukwila, speaking of proposed Council action regarding
junk vehicles, noted one of his neighbors has 13 vehicles in his yard. Calling it "out of control," Mr. Jones
stated his hope that the numbers allowed would (in some way) be limited.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
Tukwila Village Finance Model ClearPath Assistance Rob Larsen, ClearPath
Rob Larsen introduced Richard Leider, ClearPath. Mr. Leider explained the methodology used to evaluate
the development feasibility of Tukwila Village as conceptualized.
Councilmembers queried Mr. Larsen and Mr. Leider to determine that they understood the basics of the
project. Councilmember Robertson requested detailed information which Mr. Larsen said is available in a
report to be left with the Council.
Richard Simpson. 13832 37 Avenue South. Tukwila, offered comments regarding the project.
Noting it has been in the works since 1991, he said the City should "just do it." He also read statements
into the record from Lynn Livengood as well as Jack Sue Hendricks supporting the project and the
improvements to Tukwila International Boulevard.
Robert Neuffer, 13813 37 Avenue South,
Mike West, 14864 Tukwila International Boulevard, and
Betty Gully, 13017 MacAdam Road South, all (Tukwila residents and /or business owners) spoke in
support of the project.
Speaking against "Alternative 3" yet in favor of the total project was Dwiaht McLean, 13015 38
Avenue South, Tukwila.
Mayor Mullet noted no decision was to be made with regard the project at this meeting. He thanked Mr.
Larsen and Mr. Leider for being present.
CONSENT AGENDA:
a. Approval of Minutes May 3, 2004 (Regular) and May 10, 2004 (Special)
b. Approval of Vouchers #307261 307631, in the amount of $1,334,608.98
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED. The motion carried 7 -0.
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OLD BUSINESS:
a. Petition for Vacation of Maule Avenue South (Between South 143 Street and
South 143` Place) Jerry Knudson, Petitioner
Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, presented responsive materials to an earlier (Council) request for
information regarding vacation history with regard to Maule Avenue.
One portion of Maule Avenue exists which has not been vacated and is not currently marked for vacation. The
currently proposed vacation is a "swap" of land between the property owner and the City of Tukwila, i.e. a 20-
foot piece of land to the City for the Interurban Avenue South project.
Staff will return to Council once all paperwork has been received from Qwest and Comcast and Puget Sound
Energy regarding the actual vacation ordinance itself.
b. A resolution increasing the Fire Department Petty Cash Fund level and repealing
Resolution 1532
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
INCREASING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT PETTY CASH FUND LEVEL, AND REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO. 1532
FENTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO HAVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION READ BY TITLE
ONLY. The motion carried 7 -0.
Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, read the title of the proposed resolution.
FENTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.*
Council President Haggerton noted a correction which should have been made on the Council Agenda Synopsis
(CAS) form. The CAS notes the amount should be increased from $150 to $350. The cover memorandum
and the resolution include the correct number and the amount should be increased from $200 to $350.
In response to Council inquiry, Alan Doerschel, Finance Director, explained Fire Department staff uses petty
cash monies for truck parts, fire equipment replacement, flashlights, batteries and other miscellaneous
supplies.
*The motion carried 7 -0.
APPROVED RESOLUTION #1550
c. A resolution formally adopting Council travel policy guidelines.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
FORMALLY ADOPTING A POLICY FOR TRAVEL EXPENSES WHILE ON CITY BUSINESS;
APPROVING A CITY TRAVEL CREDIT CARD POLICY; APPROVING NEW COUNCIL TRAVEL
GUIDELINES; AND AUTHORIZING ADMINISTRATIVE POLICIES TO BE INSTITUTED BY THE
FINANCE DIRECTOR PER RCW 42.24.
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FENTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO HAVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION READ BY TITLE
ONLY. The motion carried 7 -0.
Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, read the title of the proposed resolution.
DUFFIE MOVED; FENTON SECONDED; TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
The motion carried 7 0.
APPROVED RESOLUTION #1551
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF LAND FOR THE PURPOSE OF
CONSTRUCTING THE SOUTH 144 STREET ROAD IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR
CONDEMNATION, APPROPRIATION AND TAKING OF LAND AND PROPERTY RIGHTS
NECESSARY THEREFORE; PROVIDING FOR THE COST THEREOF; DIRECTING THE
INITIATION OF APPROPRIATE PROCEEDINGS IN THE MANNER PROVIDED BY LAW FOR
THE CONDEMNATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
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d. An ordinance authorizing right -of -way condemnation for South 144 Street
(Military Road to Tukwila International Boulevard)
HERNANDEZ MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO HAVE THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. The motion carried 7 -0.
Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, read the title of the proposed ordinance.
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. The motion carried 7 -0.
APPROVED ORDINANCE #2044
REPORTS:
a. Mayor
Mayor Mullet attended an RTID funding meeting today.
b. City Council
Councilmember Duffle attended the May 14 membership luncheon of the Southwest King County
Chamber of Commerce. He praised the City for quick removal of graffiti on a nearby freeway sound
attenuation wall. Additionally, he reported the recurrence of cars being sold on public streets and spoke
against it.
Councilmember Hernandez attended the May 11 Joint Planning Commission /City Council meeting; the
May 12 Seattle Southside Tourism and Networking Summit lunch; and the May 13 North Riverton area
Block Watch party. At that meeting, Ms. Hernandez learned of a petition presented (by Aaron Hergert
and Joe Wade) during a March 15, 2004 City Council meeting. Not remembering the petition or its
content, Ms. Hernandez asked that when they are received, petitions be copied and distributed to Council
one day post receipt. The petition seeks assistance and /or relief for a heightened number of automobiles
traveling 130 and 37 ('down from the Highway For action, the petition will be considered at the
May 24 Transportation Committee meeting. On May 14, Ms. Hernandez attended the Southwest King
County Chamber of Commerce luncheon. Finally, Ms. Hernandez attended this evening's Finance and
Safety Committee meeting.
Council President Haggerton reported attendance to the May 11 Joint Planning Commission /City
Council meeting; the May 12 Seattle Southside Tourism and Networking Summit lunch and (same day)
Cascade Water Alliance meeting, as well as a meeting with City staff to discuss the upcoming Council
Priorities meeting. The Council President also attended tonight's Finance and Safety Committee meeting.
Finally, Mr. Haggerton reported attendance to a May 16 American Legion Tukwila Post 235 annual
spaghetti dinner.
Councilmember Carter attended a National League of Cities Risk Conference (last week) in Sante Fe.
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Councilmember Linder reported (non specific) attendance to "many of the same meetings" previously
mentioned by others.
Councilmember Robertson reported receipt of an e-mail from a citizen on a "neighborhood highway
safety issue." Based on the receipt of e- mails, Mr. Robertson spoke of a way to track these issues to
ensure they are addressed and /or handled, as well as their status on any given day. Councilmember
Hernandez spoke in favor of Lucy Lauterbach tracking such issues. Discussions then centered on
Councilmembers using personal computers to send /receive e-mails relative to City business. Not desirous
of having personal computers (or their hard drives) potentially subpoenaed for future court cases, various
Councilmembers spoke in favor of opening this discussion at a future Council meeting, with staff present,
to discuss options alleviating the mentioned potential.
Councilmember Fenton reported receipt and forwarding of an e-mail (this past weekend) to
Councilmembers from two Tukwila business owners who "complained about a situation." No further
information was provided. Mr. Fenton also reported attendance to this evening's Finance and Safety
Committee meeting.
c. Staff
Rhonda Berry had no report.
d. City Attorney
Shelley Kerslake informed Council that workshop materials for the upcoming ethics session will be
distributed on May 18, 2004.
e. Legislative Analyst
Lucy Lauterbach was not present.
9:05 p.m. DUFFIE MOVED; FENTON SECONDED; TO RECESS THE REGULAR MEETING TO
CONVENE THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. The motion carried 7 -0.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Potential Litiaation Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(11(i) 30 minutes
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9:10 p.m. Executive session began.
9:29 p.m. Executive session ended.
ADJOURN:
9:30 p.m. CARTER MOVED; FENTON SECONDED; TO ADJOURN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION;
RECONVENE AND ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. The motion carried 7 -0.
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Steven M. Mullet, Mayor Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
Date Minutes Signed: June 7, 2004
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