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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-06-27 Committee of the Whole MinutesATTENDANCE: PROCLAMATIONS /OATHS OF OFFICE: TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL June 27, 2005 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers City Hall COMMITTEE OF WHOLE MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Calling the meeting to order and leading the Pledge of Allegiance at 7:02 p.m. was Pamela Linder, Council President. OFFICIALS: Councilmembers present included President Pamela Linder; and Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton, Dennis Robertson and David Fenton. City staff included Steven Mullet, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Lucy Lauterbach, Legislative Analyst; David Haynes, Police Chief; Bruce Fletcher, Parks and Recreation Director; Steve Lancaster, Community Development Director; Jim Morrow, Public Works Director; Evelyn Boykan, Human Services Program Manager; Tracy Thomas, Superintendent, Parks and Recreation; Moira Bradshaw, Senior Planner, Community Development; Robin Tischmak, Senior Transportation Engineer, Public Works; and Bob Baker, Deputy City Clerk. a. A proclamation designating July 2005, Parks and Recreation Month Reading from the proclamation, Mayor Mullet stated parks and recreation activities provide opportunities for young people to live, grow and develop into contributing members of their communities. This positively impacts the social, economic, health and environmental quality of Washington, and contributes toward a healthy place to recreate, learn, grow, and build self esteem, confidence and a sense of self worth. With that, he proclaimed July 2005 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Tukwila. The proclamation was presented to Tracy Thomas, Superintendent of Tukwila Parks and Recreation. b. Swearing in of Sergeants Police Department 1. Douglas Johnson A twelve -year- veteran of the Tukwila Police Department, Mr. Johnson holds a BA in Criminal Sciences, has held many positions of responsibility within the department and is the recipient of a Medal of Merit for his work in association with riots (in 2000) concerning the World Trade Organization. 2. Steve Donnelly A fifteen -year- veteran of the Tukwila Police Department, Mr. Donnelly holds a BA in foreign languages, has served five years in the Major Crimes Unit and has been on the Civil Response Team for 12 years. Mayor Mullet administered the Oath of Office to both men invited each to say a few words. CITIZEN COMMENT: Joe Tice. Tukwila Food Pantry Operator, expressed gratitude to City Administration and Council for a $6,000 financial contribution allowing the entity to continue serving meals to community members through September, 2005. Without additional revenues, the Pantry may be forced to close its doors. City of Tukwila City Council Committee of Whole Meeting Minutes SPECIAL ISSUES: Page 2 of 6 June 27. 2005 a. An Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with King County regarding the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). Evelyn Bovkan. Human Services Program Manager, reported receipt of federal funds to benefit low and moderate income residents. The City of Tukwila has belonged to the King County Consortium for many years. That association has allowed the City to continue receiving much needed dollars for our community. A new agreement with King County must be signed that outlines responsibilities of accounting and other issues. The agreement will look different from those in the past due to decreased federal dollars and increased administrative costs. With a reconfigured program, the King County Consortium will distribute funds differently in future years than in the past. The biggest change is the "pooling of funds into a sub regional pot of funds." Funds received will be combined with all others and distributed from a single- source fund, thus representing a proposed savings in administrative costs. The newly proposed agreement also spells out relationships between all parties. The City of Tukwila will have an opportunity to participate in a sub regional advisory board and make recommendations regarding funding. The City loses some autonomy, yet costs are controlled and money gets into the hands of those who need it most. Councilmember Duffie noted review and approval of the proposed agreement at the June 14 Community Affairs and Parks Committee meeting. He spoke of participating in the program to ensure continued funds and benefits of the program. Ms. Boykan noted the nutrition staff person serving at the Tukwila Community Center will have a funded position through 2006, however, applications to fund that position will be required at the time the proposed 2007 budget is reviewed. FOR ACTION, CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE JULY 5 REGULAR MEETING. b. Single Family Housinctions Program. Councilmember Duffie reported review of a concept and outline for a housing options program at the March 15 and May 24 Community Affairs and Parks Committee meetings. He reported that as the City's population grows, we must consider programs that allow a limited number of projects in appropriate locations (low- density areas) that contain atypical types of new housing (subject to design review and platting) such as small houses, cottages and condominiums. Moira Carr Bradshaw, Senior Planner, Department of Community Development, reviewed four points with Council and members of the audience. Points addressed included 1) why the proposal is being presented; 2) elements of the proposed program; 3) pictures of proposed housing types; and 4) a summary of action(s) to move the item forward. Calling the program "experimental in nature," Ms. Bradshaw reported it would have "controls written into it," with only a certain number of homes being allowed within the City as these are currently not allowed, according to TMC. With the use of PowerPoint, Ms. Bradshaw made a visual presentation showing pictures from Greenwood Avenue Cottages, Kirkland Bungalows, Danielson Grove (Kirkland), Benson Glen and the Brownstones (Bellevue). Throughout the pictorial presentation and immediately following same, Ms. Bradshaw noted the following steps would be required in connection with this program: City of Tukwila Citv Council Committee of Whole Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 6 June 27. 2005 1. An application would be presented to the Department of Community Development for such development (only one application would be allowed in each of the City's five residential neighborhoods). 2. A neighboring property owner meeting would be conducted. 3. The Director of Community Development must decide if the proposed project meets the criteria for acceptability into the program. 4. The applicant would be notified they have a specific period of time in which to apply for a Type 5 application subdivision and design review. 5. The City Council would conduct a public hearing to approve, deny or create conditions associated with the submitted application. 6. The applicant would have a specific time frame in which to complete any required public improvements and submit a final plat application. 7. An evaluation would follow any development to determine changes required according to current City standards. After the presentation, Ms. Bradshaw invited questions and comments from the Council. Calling the proposal "good," and citing a need for balance in the community, Councilmember Robertson spoke in favor of his proposed edits to the program. Councilmember Haggerton called for citizen comment. Joe Tice. 3269 South 137 Street. Tukwila, proposed one parcel for consideration that parcel where Riverton United Methodist Church is located. Considering that location, he cited, is a way to keep seniors in Tukwila when need would otherwise dictate a move from their current Tukwila home. He also noted this is an option to keep Tukwila a livable community. Mayor Mullet agreed with Mr. Tice's comments on keeping the seniors located in Tukwila and said, "it's exactly what we're aiming for." This pilot program is proposed for the following areas (one each) Cascade View, Thorndyke, McMicken Heights, Allentown, Foster Point. Nora Loon. Homesite representative, was present and informed Council her organization has a "revolving loan fund" for homebuyers. The program exists to help schoolteachers, City employees, and others in their efforts as first time homebuyers. She acknowledged working with representatives from the Riverton United Methodist Church in determining what could be done on their property. She also acknowledged an "intergenerational need" for affordable housing in Tukwila. Although quite early in the process, Ms. Loon shared an artist's rendition of a very preliminary site plan for the demonstration /pilot project on the church property. Chris Libbev. representative from the architectural firm of GGLO, is working with Ms. Loon and Homesite. He noted related work with community groups where his firm has previously built. He also spoke of the importance in obtaining input from those community groups. Mr. Libbey called this a great move towards affordability. He encouraged the City and the Council to be as liberal as possible with the proposed ordinances and related amendments. Councilmember Haggerton and Duffie agreed it is important to retain the senior population within Tukwila. In connection with that, Mr. Haggerton spoke of the need for single -story housing as much of what was shown (pictures, diagrams, sketches, etc.) included double -story units. Mary Lane. SeaTac resident and member of the Riverton United Methodist Church, spoke in favor of a "mixed age development." In an attempt to remain young at heart, Ms. Lane said she would rather live in a community of mixed ages. She would never think of moving into a retirement community. Nadine Morgan. Homesite Boardmember and Tukwila resident, spoke in opposition to development in her McMicken Heights neighborhood. She spoke in favor of the proposed church site. Calling it a "great idea," Councilmember Carter said the project represents diversity in all Tukwila residential neighborhoods. City of Tukwila City Council Committee of Whole Meeting Minutes Councilmembers Carter, Hernandez, Duffie and Fenton spoke in favor of the project and thanked Ms. Bradshaw for her presentation. Arthur MacDonald. Tukwila resident and member of the Riverton United Methodist Church, spoke in favor of the proposed project. He asked the Council to move it to the Planning Commission. FOR ACTION /CONSIDERATION, CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE CITY'S PLANNING COMMISSION. c. A resolution adopting the National Incident Management System (NIMS). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS) AS ITS STANDARD INCIDENT MANAGEMENT PROCESS; PROVIDING FOR RATIFICATION; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Page 4 of 6 June 27. 2005 Councilmember Robertson, Chair of the Finance and Safety Committee, reported review and approval of the proposed resolution at the June 20 Committee meeting. The City must consider this resolution as the Department of Homeland Security requires Federal, State, local and tribal entities to adopt NIMS in an attempt to coordinate efforts to effectively and efficiently provide the highest levels of incident command in the event of a security emergency related to terrorism or natural disaster. By adopting NIMS, attending necessary training and passing a regimented test, the City is placed on a national register and is also qualified to apply for much needed grants from the Department of Homeland Security. Many City departments work under the NIMS umbrella including Police, Fire and Public Works. FOR ACTION /CONSIDERATION, CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE JULY 5 REGULAR MEETING. d. Interurban Avenue South (South 143 Street to Fort Dent Way) Conceptual Desian Analysis. Jim Haggerton, Chair of the Transportation Committee, reported review and approval of the analysis at the June 13 meeting of that Committee. Robin Tischmak. Senior Transportation Engineer, cited this as the last phase of Interurban where improvements must be made. Grant funds have been received for the conceptual design, yet monies are not available for construction. He explained the concept of the project as a continuous median with a landscaped center, improvements such as sidewalks, curbs, gutters and left -hand turn lanes that will allow for U- turns. Additionally, a large drainage ditch must be backfilled in the area that will eventually become a swale. Councilmember Duffie spoke in favor of the proposed design and allowing Mae Harris, Tukwila community member, to do the ribbon cutting ceremony when the project is complete. He spoke of Ms. Harris' long- standing issues with this portion of Interurban Avenue. Mr. Tischmak noted that this work will "open the way" for truck traffic and travel from 1 -405 or 1 -5. Freeway accesses planned early in the project will prevent unnecessary (and unsafe) truck U- turns. Joe Jacabazzi, KPG representative, noted the large ownership of buildings go block to block, and that the area slated for improvement will be greatly enhanced and made more safe. The proposed medians are anticipated to slow speeding vehicles. Mr. Jacabazzi called the conceptual design analysis an "ideal candidate for grant funding" from the Transportation Improvement Board. FOR ACTION /CONSIDERATION, CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE JULY 5 REGULAR MEETING. City of Tukwila City Council Committee of Whole Meetina Minutes e. WSDOT 2005 Construction Proiects. Page 5 of 6 June 27. 2005 Councilmember Haggerton, Chair of the Transportation Committee, reported review of this issue at that Committee meeting on June 13. While there are no WSDOT construction projects scheduled for Tukwila in 2005, there are some adjacent to Tukwila that are noteworthy. The next scheduled WSDOT project within the City of Tukwila is the 1 -405 project slated for 2008. Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, stated the importance of bringing this item to Council. He said some work (in connection with the 1 -405 project) could begin as early as 2006. Additionally, he reported the Washington State Legislature passed a Transportation Bill totaling nearly $5 billion over the next 10 years. Mr. Morrow updated Council on recent Sound Transit developments, including holes being dug for support beams. Such holes will be 60 80 feet deep. Additionally, 31 shipping containers are due to arrive in Tukwila within the next 30 days to set up the proposed bridging system and tie together of the support columns. INFORMATIONAL IN NATURE, NO ACTION WAS TAKEN ON THIS AGENDA ITEM. REPORTS: a. Mayor Mayor Mullet reported recent communication from David Luman regarding proposed legislation restricting rights of states to restrict the rights of cities in conjunction with connectivity projects. More information will follow. Next, the Mayor reported on -going communication with Port of Seattle authorities concerning Southwest Airlines' desire to relocate from SeaTac Airport to the King County /Boeing Airport. The Mayor also reported on his experience serving as "tour guide" to NASA Astronaut and Mrs. Neil Armstrong at a recent fundraiser at Tukwila's Museum of Flight. Finally, Mayor Mullet congratulated the newest President of the Association of Washington Cities Pam Carter. b. City Council Councilmember Duffie congratulated Pam Carter on being sworn in as President of the Association of Washington Cities. He announced a planned absence from June 30 to July 9. Councilmember Hernandez attended the June 21 Equity and Diversity Commission meeting, the June 22 Affordable Housing Advisory board meeting, and the June 23 meeting regarding the Tukwila South project. Council President Linder was present to see Pam Carter sworn in as President of the Association of Washington Cities. Councilmember Carter distributed a written report on events from the recent Association of Washington Cities Conference. Councilmember Haggerton attended last week's Association of Washington Cities Conference and served as a facilitator. He also attended a Transportation Committee meeting earlier tonight. Councilmember Robertson attended the June 23 WRIA 9 meeting and a meeting relative to the Tukwila South project earlier the same date. Councilmember Fenton congratulated Pam Carter on ascending to the AWC Presidency. City of Tukwila Page 6 of 6 Citv Council Committee of Whole Meeting Minutes June 27. 2005 c. Staff City Administrator. Rhonda Berry. informed Council the 2005 Wellness Games would soon start under the theme of the "Not So X -Treme Makeover." d. Attorney Neither the City Attorney nor her representative were present. e. Intergovernmental Legislative Analyst. Lucy Lauterbach. updated Councilmembers on dates of future lunches, dinners and City Council Special meetings. She also spoke of recent telecommunications bills /issues in Congress. ADJOURNMENT: 9:37 p.m. Council President Linder adjourned the meeting. CCT'M.t/ t ice_ t�v Pamela Linder, Council President Date minutes signed: August 10. 2005 Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk