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June 20, 2005 7:00 p.m.
MEETING MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Steven M. 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 Pamela Linder, Council President,
and Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton, Dennis Robertson and
David Fenton.
OFFICIALS:
Steven M. Mullet, Mayor; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; Lucy Lauterbach, Legislative Analyst; Bruce
Fletcher, Director of Parks and Recreation; Steve Lancaster, Director of Community Development;
Brandon Miles, Assistant Planner, Department of Community Development; Jim Morrow, Director of
Public Works; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; and Bob Baker, Deputy City Clerk.
APPOINTMENTS:
Clerical note:
Sister Cities Committee
Mike Easter Position #4 Term to expire 12 -31 -06
Mr. Easter was present and agreed to serve if appointed.
HERNANDEZ MOVED; LINDER SECONDED; TO APPOINT MIKE EASTER TO THE SISTER CITIES
COMMITTEE, POSITION #4, WITH A TERM TO EXPIRE 12- 31 -06. The motion carried 7 -0.
Billy Georgiadis Position #7 Term to expire 12 -31 -06
(moved from Position #1 due to relocation)
Unable to be present, Mr. Georgiadis previously agreed to serve if appointed to Position #7.
HERNANDEZ MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO APPOINT BILLY GEORGIADIS TO THE SISTER
CITIES COMMITTEE, POSITION #7 (FROM POSITION #1 DUE TO RELOCATION) WITH A TERM TO
EXPIRE 12- 31 -06. The motion carried 7 -0.
CITIZEN COMMENT /CORRESPONDENCE:
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Many were present to oppose the proposed relocation of Southwest
Airlines from SeaTac airport to the King County Airport. The move would
entail all departures and arrivals and represent an estimated $30 million
loss, per year, from the SeaTac Airport (including landing and other
regularly imposed fees).
Verna Griffin. Joanne McManus, Robert Jensen, Hubert Crawley, Rocco Morgan, Kirsten Whistler, Joe
Roepel. Richard Wheesler. Michael Moore and Anna Bernhardt, Tukwila residents, spoke in opposition to
the proposed move of Southwest Airlines. Citing increased noise and decreased property values. Each
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of the speakers urged the Council to fight the move with the same vigor (and monies) as used in the fight
against the third runway.
Verna Griffin, Tukwila resident, presented an oversized check [grant funds] from Starbucks to the City of
Tukwila, in the amount of $15,000.00, for use in connection with the Macadam Winter Garden. She also
praised efforts of City staff for the forthcoming Farmer's Market.
Joanne McManus. 5610 South 133 Street, spoke of the on -going need for the issuance of a citation to a
truck owner in her neighborhood who is illegally parked. Additionally, there is an on -going need for
assistance from the King County Animal Control relative to a problematic dog in her area.
Ms. Berry noted an officer has been out to the area and ruled the truck is not illegally parked. Ms.
Bernhardt argued. Ms. Berry noted the Police Department (like others in neighboring jurisdictions) is
down by a number of officers and work must be prioritized. Although important, the parking issue must
wait to be revisited based on availability of officers.
Mayor Mullet and Councilmember Duffie informed Ms. McManus they would contact King County Animal
Control to determine when they are able to assist with that issue.
Next, the Mayor advised Council of information he has learned thus far regarding the Southwest Airlines
issue. In addition to facts already stated by community members, the Mayor noted Federal Aviation
Association rules stated King County Airport is obliged to allow Southwest Airlines to fly in /out of their
airport. Where improvements /enhancements (hangers, gates, etc.) are required by Southwest Airlines,
they are monetarily responsible for such items.
A group is currently being solicited by SeaTac Airport officials to join in a fight against Southwest's move.
If authorized, the move will occur and arrivals /departures will begin in 2009.
Councilmembers each spoke against the proposal. Ms. Linder raised the firing range as another source
of noise (not previously mentioned). Some stated their understanding that the Port of Seattle is "on our
side" as it relates to Southwest's leaving their airport. Others noted learning King County Councilmember
Dwight Pelz also opposes the move. The Councilmembers encouraged Mayor Mullet and Ms. Berry to
fight for a "seat at the table."
As additional information comes available, Mayor Mullet will report.
CONSENT AGENDA:
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED. The motion carried 7 -0.
PUBLIC HEARING:
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a. Approval of Minutes June 6. 2005 Reaular meeting
b. Approval of Vouchers #316363- 316664, in the amount of $1,112,990.86
c. Authorize Mayor to siqn Supplement #1 to AG 05 -039, with W H Pacific, Inc.. in the
amount of $50,970.85, for construction manaaement services related to the 2005 Overlay
Program
Proposed Siqn Code amendments reaardinq scoreboards, animated signs at public facilities,
signs not visible from adiacent businesses and rights -of -way, and signs located at museums.
Brandon Miles, Assistant Planner, Department of Community Development, reported the ordinance
before the Council is draft in nature, with technical amendments and typos yet to be correcte. Substantive
changes, however, have been made as suggested from earlier Council review.
Mr. Miles reported the proposed ordinance amendments allows for certain signs in the LDR zone, clarifies
which signs are regulated under the code, and expands temporary signage for museums. Additionally,
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staff has prepared minor housekeeping edits to the Sign Code by deleting all references to the Uniform
Business Code.
7:47 p.m. Mayor Mullet opened the public hearing.
A member of the Duwamish Improvement Club asked if it would be feasible to use A -Board signs to call
attention to their meetings. Not relative to this public hearing, Mayor Mullet asked Steve Lancaster to
work with the inquirer to answer pertinent questions.
Joanne McManus. Tukwila resident, asked how the proposed amendments might affect the signage at
the Neighborhood Resource Center. Mayor Mullet advised, and staff confirmed, signage at the location is
not effected.
Anna Bernhardt, Tukwila resident, spoke against the extended use of banner signs. Councilmember
Linder reported the proposed does not relate to banner signs.
7:50 p.m. Mayor Mullet closed public hearing.
Mr. Miles informed Councilmembers that for adoption, the ordinance will be presented in final format, in
approximately two weeks.
BID AWARD:
7:53 p.m.
Award a construction bid to Western Asphalt, Inc., in the amount of $635,847.09, for the 2005
Overlay Program
HAGGERTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION BID TO WESTERN
ASPHALT, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $635,847.09, FOR THE 2005 OVERLAY PROGRAM.
The motion carried 7 -0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
a. A resolution adopting the 2006 -2011 Transportation Improvement Program
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
ADOPTING A SIX -YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, AND
DIRECTING THE SAME TO BE FILED WITH THE STATE SECRETARY OF
TRANSPORTATION AND THE TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT BOARD
HAGGERTON MOVED; FENTON SECONDED; TO HAVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION READ BY
TITLE ONLY. The motion carried 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the title of the proposed resolution.
HAGGERTON MOVED; FENTON SECONDED; TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AS READ.
The motion carried 7 -0.
APPROVED RESOLUTION #1579
7:56 P.M.
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b. A motion approving an increase in the Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Position from 0.6 time to full time; and eliminating the Administrative Support Assistant
position to replace it with an Administrative Support Specialist position
ROBERTSON MOVED; FENTON SECONDED; TO APPROVE AN INCREASE IN THE MARKETING
AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR POSITION FROM 0.6 TIME TO FULL TIME; AND
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ELIMINATING THE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ASSISTANT POSITION AND REPLACING IT WITH
AN ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SPECIALIST POSITION. The motion carried 7 -0.
7:57 p.m.
c. A resolution establishing a Community Pride Award
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING AN ANNUAL "COMMUNITY PRIDE
AWARD" FOR OUTSTANDING RESIDENTIAL AESTHETICS,
DEMONSTRATING ONGOING CARE AND ATTENTION TO THE
APPEARANCE OF THE HOME AND GROUNDS
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO HAVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION READ BY
TITLE ONLY. The motion carried 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the title of the proposed resolution.
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AS READ.
The motion carried 7 -0.
APPROVED RESOLUTION #1580
NEW BUSINESS:
8:00 p.m.
Tukwila South Shoreline Master Program Amendment
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Steve Lancaster, Director of Community Development, reported Segale Properties has requested the
City "pre- designate" the shorelines within the Tukwila South Potential Annexation Area as "Urban" under
the City's Shoreline Plan. This would result in the "Urban" designation becoming effective immediately
upon annexation.
The Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) requires the City Council consider this request at a public meeting
and refer the request to the Planning Commission, defer its consideration, or reject the request
altogether. Tukwila's Shoreline Management Plan specifies shoreline amendments be processed under
the requirements of TMC 18.80.
The Washington State Shoreline Management Act requires cities to designate newly annexed shoreline
areas Urban, Rural, Conservancy or Natural, within one year of annexation. Cities may also pre-
designate areas such that the new designation will become effective immediately upon annexation.
Mayor Mullet called for citizen comment/input. None was received.
FENTON MOVED; LINDER SECONDED; TO FORWARD THE REQUEST FOR SHORELINE
MANAGEMENT PLAN AMENDMENTS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION. The motion carried 7 -0.
REPORTS:
a. Mayor
Mayor Mullet reported receipt of consensus from a majority of Council members to allow the City to
present a check to the Tukwila Food Pantry, in the amount of $6,000.00, to assist in their financial
struggles, and hopefully keep them in business through September, 2005. He reported a fundraising
dinner will take place on August 25 at the Tukwila Community Center and encouraged all to attend or
support the event.
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b. Council
Councilmember Joan Hernandez was out of town last week and attended no meetings.
MISCELLANEOUS:
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Next, Mayor Mullet reported he would attend the upcoming Association of Washington Cities Conference
in Kennewick. He also noted a luncheon meeting today with South Valleys Mayors.
The Mayor reported the City has hired Lisa Pacini, former Seattle Southside employee, to take over and
handle the daily operations of Tukwila's new International Farmer's Market which opens July 27. The
market will be held one day per week (Wednesday's) from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Derek Speck, Economic
Development Administrator, presented the project and got it off and running.
Councilmember Joe Duffie thanked David Fenton for attending the recent Community Affairs and Parks
Committee meeting in his stead.
Council President Pamela Linder went to a Suburban Cities Public Issues meeting in Renton last week.
Councilmember Pam Carter distributed written materials from last week's Economic Vitality Conference
in Denver. She also talked of riding Denver's BUS rapid transit and light rail lines. Next, Ms. Carter
reported attendance to last week's SCATBd meeting.
She thanked Councilmember Fenton for attending the City of Burien's recent Strawberry Festival and Car
Show to distribute flyers on Tukwila's own upcoming car show.
Finally, Ms. Carter reported she, too, would attend this week's AWC Conference in Kennewick.
Councilmember Jim Haggerton attended last week's National League of Cities Committee meeting in
Alaska.
Councilmember Dennis Robertson attended this evening's Finance and Safety Committee meeting.
Councilmember David Fenton reported the Utilities Committee meets tomorrow at 5:00 p.m.
c. City Administrator
Rhonda Berry reported on upcoming meetings for the week. Reports and information will follow.
d. City Attorney
Peter Beckwith had no report.
e. Legislative Analyst
Lucy Lauterbach reported many Councilmembers may attend the AWC Conference this week as
Councilmember Pam Carter will be sworn in as President of the Association.
Mayor Mullet praised the work of Tukwila Fire personnel and 8 police officers who recently provided 15
hours of clean -up efforts to a resident (whose wife recently passed away) by removing three truck loads
of debris. All who participated in the effort were off duty and gave freely of their time, energy and
resources.
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ADJOURNMENT:
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8:38 p.m. FENTON MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR
MEETING. The motion carried 7 -0.
Steven M. Mullet, Mayor In
Date minutes approved: July/ 2005
Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk