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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-07-22 Community Affairs and Parks Minutes City of Tukwila Community Affairs and Parks Committee COMMUNITY AFFAIRS AND PARKS COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes July 22, 2013 5:15 p.m. PRESENT Councilmembers: Allan Ekberg, Chair; Staff: David Cline, Rick Still, Dave Johnson, Jack Pace, Bob Benedicto, Kathy Stetson, Bob Giberson, Ryan Larson, Laurel Humphrey Guests: Chuck Parrish, resident; Rosa Lee Hannah, resident; Trish Ekberg, resident; Karlin Ekberg, resident CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair Ekberg called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m. I. PRESENTATIONS No presentations. II. BUSINESS AGENDA A. Ordinance: Amending Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter 7.08 Livestock, Small Animals, and Fowl Staff is seeking Council approval of an ordinance that would amend TMC 7.08 to expand the definition of TMC Chapter 7.08 currently specifies the number of allowable small animals and fowl, but it leaves the amadd ponies, donkeys, mules, and llamas. It would also establish the minimum lot size for keeping any livestock at one acre (43,560 square feet) as well as limit the number of livestock to two, allowing an additional livestock animal for each additional acre. Staff indicated that this proposal is based primarily nd it takes into account the dual priorities of providing an adequate lot size for animals as well as protecting neighbors from potential animal-related nuisances. The impetus for this proposal was a citizen inquiry regarding livestock allowances. Committee members, staff, and guests discussed the proposal. Guest Karlin Ekberg, with an educational background in animal sciences, shared some perspective and encouraged consideration of differences in animal sizes, the presence and size of structures on the acreage, and a smaller square footage allowance per animal. Committee members agreed that they would like to see an inventory of lot sizes, which can be easily produced by DCD. Committee members also requested that staff do further research including grandfathering implications, contiguous lots, and feedback from the community and bring the results back RETURN TO A FUTURE COMMITTEE MEETING FOR REVIEW to Committee at a future date. AND RECOMMENDATION. B. Ordinance: Adopting the 2012 International Property Maintenance Code Staff is seeking Council approval of an ordinance that would adopt by reference the 2012 edition of the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) with local amendments. First adopted in 2004, the IPMC is used by Code Enforcement staff to establish standards for conditions on private property and is an effective tool for the City. In addition to adopting the 2012 edition, this ordinance would remove the IPMC reference from Chapter 16 and place it back in Chapter 8.28 (Nuisances) where it belongs, thereby clearing a conflict that currently exists in the TMC. Community Affairs & Parks Committee Minutes July 22, 2013 Page 2 The local amendments are reflected in the draft ordinance. While most are minor, one to note is the addition of new language to clarify that a dwelling unit specifically requires a kitchen sink, cooking appliances and refrigeration facilities. In response to questions from Committee members, staff indicated that this Code is the basis for the rental licensing program inspections, and all property owners registered with the City receive a checklist that UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO AUGUST 12 COMMITTEE OF THE Office. WHOLE FOR DISCUSSION. C. Final Acceptance of the Tukwila Pool Roof Project Staff is seeking Council approval for project completion, closeout and release of retainage to Bates Roofing, LLC in the amount of $81,881.04 for the installation of a new Thermoplastic Membrane Roof, replacing of flashing and replacing the gutter to downspout transitions. The contract included two UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD change orders and was completed on time and on budget. TO AUGUST 5 REGULAR CONSENT AGENDA. D. Parks and Recreation Updates Parks and Recreation Staff provided updates to the Committee on three major program areas. 1. Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan Considerable work has been done since the service contract with MIG was initiated in March, primarily in the area of community outreach and engagement. These engagement efforts included a survey, a workshop, community leader focus group, interviews with education experts, moving listening sessions, and extended outreach. Excellent community feedback was obtained. The Committee of the Whole will be updated on these efforts to date on August 26. 2. Online Registration Staff is currently exploring options to provide a solution that would allow participants in Parks programs to register online (in addition to in-person, mail, and phone). Active Network, the company that owns the software currently used by Parks staff for registrations offers a few online options, but customer service and system integration limitations are of concern. Tukwila will participate in a software symposium this fall with other area Parks and Recreation Departments to review other review before moving forward. 3. Preschool Update Following up on previous Council direction to provide options for implementation of a preschool program in September 2014, staff gave an overview of the efforts to date. These efforts included a review of assessment guidelines with the Tukwila School District, reallocation of space at the Community Center, and the creation of a proposed program structure, staffing model, budget, and fee schedule. The proposal closely mirrors the previous preschool program offered by the Parks and Recreation Department, which was closed due to budget cuts in 2011. A budget amendment request in the amount of $43,000 will be forthcoming through the 2014 General Fund budget process. Committee members raised questions about advertising, school district involvement, state or federal support, and the proposed fee schedule. Staff confirmed that the fee schedule proposals in the committee packet are based upon cost recovery levels, not on area standards. There is strong community interest in the renewal of this program, and a teaser ad has been included in the Fall Activities Guide. INFORMATION ONLY. Community Affairs & Parks Committee Minutes July 22, 2013 Page 3 E. Update on Duwamish Gardens Project 2008 for future restoration as a salmon habitat phase and staff is in the process of obtaining the necessary construction permits and securing funding. Construction is anticipated to begin in spring of 2014. The 30% design presented is based on information received during the cultural resources investigation, site characteristics, and meetings with stakeholder INFORMATION ONLY. groups, and minor layout revisions are anticipated for the 60% design. III. MISCELLANEOUS Staff gave a summary of the July 8 Committee discussion on the Duwamish Neighborhood Trail Crossing for the benefit of resident Rosa Lee Hannah, who was unable to attend that day. She shared that she has already seen improvement in the area of concern. As previously established, the Committee will be briefed again in the fall when the improvements have been implemented and analyzed. Committee Chair Ekberg recommended that the safety enhancements be included in a forthcoming issue of the Tukwila Reporter. Meeting adjourned at 6:39 p.m. Next meeting: Monday, August 12, 2013 5:15 p.m. Conference Room #3 Committee Chair Approval Minutes by LH.