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Home My WebLink About2004-10-18 Regular MinutesCALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Calling the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. was Steven M. Mullet, Mayor. (Clerical note: Council and the audience recited the Pledge of Allegiance at the earlier (6:00 p.m.) Special meeting. Likewise, the roll of Council was called at the Special meeting. All Councilmembers were present. OFFICIALS: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL October 18, 2004 7:00 p.m. Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Steven M. Mullet, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Alan Doerschel, Finance Director; Steve Lancaster Jack Pace, Director Deputy Director, Community Development; Rebecca Fox and Lynn Miranda, Senior Planners, Community Development; Jim Morrow, Public Works Director; Viki Jessop, Administrative Services Director; Nick Olivas, Fire Chief; Keith Haines, Police Chief; Bruce Fletcher Rick Still, Director Assistant Director, Parks and Recreation; Dave Haynes Lori Sutter, Captains, Police Department; Darrell Baskin Mike Villa, Lieutenants, Police Department; Kimberly Walden Darlene Heskett, Judge Court Administrator; Trina Cook Beth Button, Information Analyst Domestic Violence Victim's Advocate, Police Department; Stacy Hansen, Human Services Specialist; Lucy Lauterbach, Legislative Analyst; and Bob Baker, Deputy City Clerk. Terri Anderson, Councilmember, City of SeaTac, was recognized as a guest. Ms. Anderson noted Dave Fenton recently attended a gun violence prevention consortium effort (last Friday and Saturday). Ms. Anderson was also present to hear information regarding Tukwila's proposed ordinance regarding the use of motorized foot scooters. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: a. Introduction of Karen Goroski, Executive Director, Suburban Cities Association Introduced by Mayor Mullet, Ms. Karen Goroski has been visiting (Suburban Cities Association) member cities since August of 2004. Citing the "fascinating" issues faced by local municipalities, Ms. Goroski is impressed with how cities continually shape and evolve. Suburban Cities Association (SCA) is comprised of 37 cities whose members act as a conduit of information and advocacy for issues. Currently, SCA is in the middle of reorganizing and restructuring and would like to be an "active arm" for public policy. At their November 17 annual business meeting, members will vote on proposed bylaw amendments. After thanking Ms. Goroski for her efforts as the new Executive Director, Mayor Mullet called the November 17 SCA meeting a "must attend meeting." All Councilmembers were invited. b. Resolution thanking Keith Haines, Police Chief. for his many years of outstanding service to the City of Tukwila A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, THANKING CHIEF KEITH HAINES FOR HIS SERVICE TO TUKWILA DUFFIE MOVED; CARTER SECONDED; TO READ THE RESOLUTION IN ITS ENTIRETY. The motion carried 7 -0. Mayor Steven M. Mullet read the proposed resolution in its entirety. City of Tukwila Page 2 of 6 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 18, 2004 DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AS READ. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED RESOLUTION #1560 Keith Haines, retiring Chief of Police, thanked the Council and City Administration for their kind words and constant support. Speaking highly of Police Department personnel, the Chief reminded Council of the "professional officers" who are "great crime fighters" and "who put their lives on the line every day." With conviction, the Chief said he stands in awe of their daily work." The Chief acknowledged the presence of his wife and two sons and thanked them for their continual support while he worked countless hours. He thanked them for being loving family members and said he looked forward to spending more time with them. Calling it an honor to serve the Police Department and City as a whole, the Chief noted his pride with what has been accomplished especially the reduction in violent crimes in the Highway 99 area. Further, he spoke in favor of the City continuing its strong partnerships with the business and residential communities. Before closing, Chief Haines noted working as the City's Chief of Police is not who he is at his core. Rather, he is a servant of God, and "He has other plans for me." The Chief wished everyone well and said his prayer is that God will continue to bless Tukwila. Each Councilmember presented personal comments, appreciation and well wishes to the Chief. All agreed, no one could "fill the shoes" of the great man who is leaving our midst. In closing, Mayor Mullet called it a "sad day" when the Chief came into his office to resign. He wished the Chief and his family well and invited all present to enjoy a reception. 7:23 p.m. 7:38 p.m. Mayor Mullet recessed the meeting. Mayor Mullet reconvened the meeting. CITIZEN COMMENT: None. CONSENT AGENDA: Approval of vouchers #310885 311223, in the amount of $948,860.37 DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. The motion carried 7 -0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: a. An ordinance establishing new regulations regarding Surface Water Management AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING NEW REGULATIONS REGARDING SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1755; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FENTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO READ THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY. The motion carried 7 -0. City of Tukwila Page 3 of 6 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 18, 2004 Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, read the title of the proposed ordinance. DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AS READ. The motion carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #2064 b. An ordinance establishing regulations regarding the use of motorized foot scooters, pocket bikes and EPAMDs. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING NEW REGULATIONS REGARDING THE USE OF MOTORIZED FOOT SCOOTERS, POCKET BIKES AND EPAMDs; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FENTON MOVED; DUFFIE 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.* Referring to a suggestion from last week's meeting, Councilmember Linder reminded Council of the need to include one sentence to Section 9.24.020 Pocket Bikes. LINDER MOVED; ROBERTSON SECONDED, TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION, BY RE- NUMBERING ITEM B TO C; AND INSERTING THE FOLLOWING AS ITEM B: "POCKET BIKES MAY NOT BE LEGALLY OPERATED ON SIDEWALKS, BIKE LANES, TRAILS OR ANYPLACE PROHIBITING THE USE OF MOTORIZED VEHICLES." The motion carried 7 -0. Further discussion centered on how best (if at all) to notify local area businesses and community members about the new ordinance. Council agreed possibilities include newspaper articles, notifying the Chamber of Commerce, sending notices to schools to be sent home with students and read in daily announcements, press releases and, although potentially untimely, an article in The Hazelnut. *Motion to adopt the proposed ordinance, as amended, carried 7 -0. APPROVED ORDINANCE #2065 Mayor Mullet announced the need for an executive session, to handle legal issues, pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(1), fora period not to exceed 30 minutes. Action is expected. c. Comprehensive Plan amendment deliberations Steve Lancaster, Director of Community Development, introduced the Comprehensive Plan amendment deliberations for this meeting. Council is to consider amendments relative to the Growth Management Act. Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner, explained supplemental materials provided to Council (under "Tab B include each chapter of the Plan with proposed amendments relating to the overall Growth Management Act (GMA) technical update. Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, led Council through a review of the proposed changes to the Transportation chapter of the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan. The "planning horizon" has been extended to the year 2020. City of Tukwila Page 4 of 6 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 18, 2004 Next, Mr. Morrow reviewed the Utilities and Capital Facilities chapters with Council. Amendments in the Utilities chapter pertain to the recently- adopted flood plain ordinance and the surface water comprehensive plan (adopted earlier this evening). Lynn Miranda, Senior Planner, Community Development, reviewed the Urban Center chapter with Council. Jack Pace, Deputy Director of Community Development, led Council on a debate of the Housing Chapter. Discussions centered on affordable housing and available housing. Councilmember Robertson stated his desire that the plan does not send a message that Tukwila is a less desirable place to live, compared to other south King County cities. Pointed out was the existence of a full range of housing opportunities for people of all stages in life. Also discussed were undesirable living conditions, "slum lords" and those who seem not to care about those who rent their homes. Under the Housing chapter, Councilmember Carter spoke in favor of adding a new Implementation Strategy to "allow limited demonstration projects such as clustered or cottage housing." After a brief discussion between staff and Council, said suggestion was accepted and will be incorporated into the final document. Rebecca Fox assisted with proposed edits to the Maintenance of the Plan and Economic Development chapters. Under the Economic Development chapter, Councilmember Carter suggested a new policy to consider a moratorium and /or land use change for warehouses and distribution centers if there is a mandated change in sales tax sourcing rules. Council and staff discussed the idea and agreed it should appear. Said amendment shall be incorporated into the final document. The explanation provided (and the explanatory language to be included) shall read, "The ability to fund infrastructure and services is dependent on maintaining a solvent revenue stream, particularly sales tax. A potential change in the sales tax sourcing rules is projected to reduce Tukwila sales tax revenue by $2.6 million per year. This would directly affect Tukwila's ability to adequately fund capital infrastructure and services." Before closing, Ms. Fox reported Council would begin review of the Natural Environment chapter and Sensitive Areas Ordinance at their October 25, 2004 COW meeting. REPORTS: a. Mayor Mayor Mullet sought clarification on responses /issues to be reported at the next King County Library System meeting especially with regard to the proposed Interlocal Agreement, drafted and presented by KCLS. The Mayor reported an internal investigation is being conducted in the Jesse Woods incident, involving Tukwila Police and King County Animal Control. Ms. Kerslake informed Council that the case was settled today, between the City's insurance carrier and Mr. Woods. b. City Council Joe Duffie thanked Code Enforcement staff for responding to a Request for Action involving the need for a resident to cut their lawn. Joan Hernandez attended the October 12 Open House at the new Tukwila School District Administration building. Later that evening, she attended the Highway 99 Action Committee meeting. Finally, she attended this evening's Finance and Safety Committee meeting. Jim Haggerton attended the October 12 and 14 Cascade Water Alliance meetings. City of Tukwila Page 5 of 6 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 18, 2004 Pam Carter attended a Streamlined Sales Tax meeting and tele- conference call on October 14. She also attended the October 12 Highway 99 Action Committee meeting and the October 14 Transportation Policy Board meeting. Pamela Linder had no report. Dennis Robertson reported ongoing attendance to WRIA 9 meetings. He also noted a meeting with Dr. Hammond, new Tukwila School District Superintendent. Dr. Hammond has agreed to make a presentation to Council (time allowing) on improvements to WASL scores between last year and this year. David Fenton attended a consortium last Friday and Saturday, entitled "Enhancing Partnerships for Safe Neighborhoods." Handouts were distributed from the consortiums that cover policies on controlling gun violence. Mr. Fenton also attended this evening's Finance and Safety Committee meeting. c. City Administrator Rhonda Berry had no report. d. City Attorney Shelley Kerslake reported Sound Transit has received an appeal from SPEEA. The matter could be remanded back to Council at the conclusion of the appeal, so Council was cautioned not to talk to anyone regarding the issue. Further, the City Attorney advised Councilmembers to be circumspect about any conversations they've had until this point as they may be required to disclose them at a later date /time. e. Legislative Analyst Lucy Lauterbach had no report. 10:27 P.M. FENTON MOVED; CARTER SECONDED TO RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION. The motion carried 7 -0. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Legal Issues /Potential Litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) 30 minutes 10:29 p.m. Executive session began. 10:36 p.m. Executive session ended. LINDER MOVED; ROBERTSON SECONDED; TO ADJOURN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RECONVENE THE REGULAR MEETING. The motion carried 7 -0. ACTION POST EXECUTIVE SESSION DUFFIE MOVED; ROBERTSON SECONDED; TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO SETTLE ALL CLAIMS RELATED TO THE RADOVICH LITIGATION AS IT PERTAINS TO MITIGATION IMPACT FEES. The motion carried 7 -0. City of Tukwila Page 6 of 6 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 18, 2004 ADJOURNMENT: 10:37 p.m. ROBERTSON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. The motion carried 7 -0. Steven M. Mullet, Mayor Date Minutes Approved November 1, 2004 Kc tR t Bit >itc. k-- Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk