HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-11-07 Regular MinutesATTENDANCE:
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Update on Duwamish Tribe
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
November 7, 2005 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers City Hall
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Calling the meeting to order and leading the Pledge of Allegiance was Steven M. Mullet, Mayor.
OFFICIALS:
Present were Pamela Linder, Council President; and Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam
Carter, Jim Haggerton, Dennis Robertson and David Fenton.
Steven M. Mullet, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney; Lucy
Lauterbach, Legislative Analyst; Jim Morrow; Director of Public Works; Kevin Fuhrer, Director of Finance;
Bruce Fletcher, Director of Parks and Recreation; Jane Cantu, City Clerk; Gail Labanara, Public Works
Analyst; Jack Pace, Deputy Director of Community Development; and Bob Baker, Deputy City Clerk.
Cecile Hansen. Chair President. Duwamish Tribal Services, reported serving as Chair of the Tribe
for over 30 years. Among other facts, Ms. Hansen reported 572 members belong to the Tribe.
The Tribe is governed by their constitution and bylaws (established in 1925); Ms. Hansen spoke of the
struggles endured as members continually push to earn much desired recognition.
The Duwamish Tribe has "been around 1,000 years" and were the original people to welcome the Denny
party at Alki, in 1881. Members of the tribe have lived along the shores of Lake Washington, the Cedar
River, the Black River and were the first signers (Chief Sealth) of the Point Elliott Treaty in 1855.
The Tribal Chair shared an aerial map /view, circa 1854, which shows Duwamish Bay (now known as
Elliott Bay) and Duwamish Lake (now known as Lake Washington).
Currently, tribal members are raising money to build a longhouse and cultural center on West Marginal
Way. Already raising $1.5 million, members need an additional $1.4 million. Currently, there are no tribal
headquarters. The longhouse and cultural center would serve as such. Tribal council chambers would
also be included in the design.
Grant funds from private parties have been awarded to the tribe and they will display an exhibition of the
Duwamish Tribe history at a November 13 fundraising dinner theater. That dinner theater is anticipated
to sustain the longhouse once built.
Finally, Ms. Hansen reported "all descendants" of the Denny party are gathering on November 8, 2005 to
achieve recognition and to raise money needed to build the longhouse.
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b. All Nations' Cup
Jessica Bresnau. Executive Director. Sister Communities. reported the All Nations' Cup was founded
three years ago to foster relationships of participants through cultural sharing. The All Nations' Cup is a
festival organized around a soccer tournament. Local teams represent many countries.
The event began with just 12 countries being represented. In 2004, there were 35 countries represented.
This learning opportunity allows participants (from many different countries) to share what it means to be
in America.
She shared a video as it relates to the event that has grown into a premier soccer tournament of the
Pacific Northwest. The video reported soccer is the largest spectator sport in the world. Held at the
StarFire sports complex in Tukwila, the event hosts over 1,000 players and over 15,000 spectators. This
event allows players an opportunity to experience playing on an international playing field.
In addition to soccer, there are musical events, staged shows and dance. The next All Nations' Cup will
be held in July, 2006. With "the world" coming to play "in our own back yard," Ms. Bresnau asked the
Council to consider approving a financial sponsorship of the event.
Councilmembers were invited to ask questions of Ms. Bresnau. Councilmembers Duffie, Carter,
Haggerton and Hernandez spoke highly of the event and /or sponsoring the event.
Councilmember Robertson spoke in favor of a $15,000.00 sponsorship with emphasis on looking at the
Hotel /Motel Tax Fund (Lodging Tax Advisory Board). He asked administration to consider adding this
into the budget for 2006. The Mayor noted this easily falls into the type of things undertaken during
Tukwila Days and he, too, is in favor of a sponsorship.
After discussions, Mr. Robertson spoke in favor of adding another $5,000.00 for marketing outside the
Tukwila area perhaps in eastern Washington and Portland. As the event has grown interest in
participating may also increase. There was no consensus for this proposal, yet Mayor Mullet noted City
staff would review /consider the request for $15,000.00.
In closing, Ms. Bresnau announced she has accepted an invitation to serve as liaison to the Seattle
Sounders soccer team as they travel to Tanzania to play in a soccer tournament aimed at youth soccer
development and promotion.
CITIZEN COMMENT: None.
CONSENT AGENDA:
a. Approval of Minutes 08 -22 -05 Special Minutes
b. Approval of Vouchers #319383 319644, in the amount of $1,410,062.43
c. Accept turnover of storm drainage system and street infrastructure as part of the
development at the Department of Homeland Security, Seattle District Office facility,
within and adjacent to South 126th Street and 34 Avenue South, site address: 12400
Tukwila International Boulevard; authorize release of retainage, subject to the standard
claim and lien release procedure (value of transferred assets: $72,105.72)
d. Accept turnover of storm drainage system and traffic signal and street infrastructure as
part of the development at the Department of Homeland Security, Seattle District Office
facility, within and adjacent to South 126th Street and 34 Avenue South, site address:
12400 Tukwila International Boulevard; authorize release of retainage, subject to the
standard claim and lien release procedure (value of transferred assets: $345,132.59)
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO ACCEPT THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED.*
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ROBERTSON MOVED; LINDER SECONDED; TO PULL ITEM A.
Discussion:
Mr. Robertson spoke in favor of adding this item under the heading of Special Issues /New Business on
the November 14, 2005 Committee of Whole agenda.
*The motion to pull the minutes (item a) carried 7 -0.
*The motion to approve the consent agenda, as amended, carried 7 -0.
CARTER MOVED; LINDER SECONDED; TO CONSIDER REVIEW OF THE PROPOSED BUDGET
(Item 5 c) AFTER NEW BUSINESS (items 6). The motion carried 7 -0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
a. A resolution opposing national telecommunications legislation.
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; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AS
READ.*
Discussion:
Councilmember Haggerton reported the House Committee is looking at related Bills as they come
forward. They met last Thursday and came out with an amended Bill that is worse for cities than originally
presented. Presenting the resolution will assist in making Tukwila's feelings /opinions known.
Mr. Haggerton asked that the resolution be forwarded to the Association of Washington Cities, the State's
congressional delegation, State senators and district representatives.
*The motion carried 7 -0.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
OPPOSING A NATIONAL FRANCHISING PROCESS, AND OPPOSING LEGISLATION
THAT REMOVES THE ABILITY OF INDIVIDUAL CITIES TO REGULATE THEIR RIGHTS
OF -WAY
APPROVED RESOLUTION #1592
b. A resolution supporting the formation of a Valley Cities Association with the Cities of
Auburn. Algona. Fife, Kent, Pacific, Puyallup, Renton, and Sumner.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
SUPPORTING THE FORMATION OF A VALLEY CITIES ASSOCIATION
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.
HAGGERTON MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AS
READ. The motion carried 7 -0.
APPROVED RESOLUTION #1593
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NEW BUSINESS:
A resolution thanking citizens for their successful efforts in preventing the relocation of commercial
flights from SeaTac to Boeing Field
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
THANKING TUKWILA CITIZENS FOR THEIR SUCCESSFUL EFFORTS IN PREVENTING
THE RELOCATION OF COMMERCIAL FLIGHTS FROM SEATTLE- TACOMA
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO BOEING FIELD AIRPORT
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO HAVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION READ IN ITS
ENTIRETY. The motion carried 7 -0.
Mayor Mullet read the proposed resolution.
Councilmembers Haggerton, Linder and Hernandez spoke in favor of the proposed resolution. It was
noted that this effort shows what a "grass -roots community group" can achieve when they work together
toward a common goal. A "hot issue" during this year's National Night Out, people spoke of their desire
to become involved to fight the airline's move.
HERNANDEZ MOVED; LINDER SECONDED; TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION AS
READ. The motion carried 7 -0.
APPROVED RESOLUTION #1594
CARTER MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO CONSIDER REPORTS BEFORE REVIEW OF THE
PROPOSED 2006 BUDGET (item 5 c). The motion carried 4 -3, with Councilmembers Robertson,
Haggerton and Linder voting NO.
REPORTS:
a. Mayor
Mayor Mullet noted the developer's agreement for the Westfield Mall expansion project is nearing
completion.
b. Citv Council
Councilmember Duffie attended the recent farewell reception in honor of John Richardson, Tukwila
School District employee.
Councilmember Hernandez attended the October 27 South King County Council of Human Services
meeting. Later that same day, she attended the Volunteer Banquet held for police volunteers. On
November 1, Ms. Hernandez attended the Tukwila /Chamber Government Affairs lunch. And, finally, the
councilmember reported attendance to the November 3 Equity and Diversity Commission meeting.
Council President Linder attended the November 3 Lodging Tax Advisory Board meeting.
Councilmember Carter attended the October 25 grand opening of a building to be shared by Central
Washington University and Highline Community College. Later that same day, she attended the League
of Women Voters initiative forum. She also attended an October 28 meeting of the Municipal Research
Council Board, and a November 3 conference call on Streamlined Sales Tax. Finally, Ms. Carter reported
attendance to the November 4 Chamber Awards luncheon.
Councilmember Haggerton attended the November 1 Tukwila /Chamber Government Affairs lunch. He
also participated in a meeting at the Neighborhood Resource Center on November 3, wherein he spoke
with Joanne McManus (Tukwila resident and volunteer) and a member of the Des Moines community who
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is interested in starting their own resource center. Next, Mr. Haggerton reported attendance to a
November 4 Chamber Awards luncheon. And, finally, he reported the opportunity to represent the
American Legion Post #235 at Auburn's Veterans' Day Parade.
Councilmember Robertson attended this evening's Finance and Safety Committee meeting. He reported
that Committee will meet on November 21 at the amended start time of 4 p.m. to ensure their complete
review of the Proposed 2006 Budget.
Councilmember Fenton encouraged everyone to vote on November 8.
c. City Administrator
Rhonda Berry reported on upcoming Veterans' Day events
d. City Attorney
Peter Beckwith had no report.
e. Legislative Analyst
Lucy Lauterbach had no report.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Councilmember Joe Duffie reported City employees will prepare and serve a meal for residents of Tent
City Four on November 15, 2005. He encouraged all to attend and assist in the effort.
Council President Pamela Linder reported a November 8 Highway 99 Action Committee meeting.
Mayor Mullet reported attendance to a November 5 D.A.W.N. Auction where he stood in for Police
Detective Karen Sotace. He praised Officer Sotace for the work she has done in connection with the
Domestic Abuse Women's Network.
Councilmember Dave Fenton reported a forthcoming vacation from November 12 20, 2005.
c. Continued review of the Proposed 2006 Budget/CIP
Kevin Fuhrer, Finance Director, led Council on a continued review of the Proposed Capital Improvement
Program and the Proposed 2006 Budget. Making notes and suggested edits as the review progressed,
Mr. Fuhrer and Council considered the following:
CIP
General Improvements, Facilities, Sewer, and Surface Water.
BUDGET
DCD Organizational Chart/Summary, Administration, Planning, Code Enforcement, Permits /Building, Self
Insured Medical, Public Works Administration, Public Works Maintenance, Engineering, Development,
Facilities Maintenance and Equipment Rental.
Items scheduled for review, yet not covered during this meeting were:
Foster Golf, General Government, Water, Sewer, Water /Sewer Bonds and Surface Water.
9:55 p.m. DUFFIE MOVED; ROBERTSON SECONDED; TO RECESS THE REGULAR MEETING
TO CONVENE EXECUTIVE SESSION. ACTION IS EXPECTED.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
9:55 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
Potential Litigation Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) —10 minutes
ADJOURNMENT:
Steven M. Mullet, Mayor
Executive session began.
Executive session ended.
10:00 p.m. Mayor Mullet reconvened the Regular meeting.
DUFFIE MOVED; HERNANDEZ SECONDED; TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO INITIATE
LITIGATION AGAINST CUSTOM EMBROIDERY AND PROMOTIONS.
The motion carried 7 0.
10:02 p.m. LINDER MOVED; DUFFIE SECONDED; TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING.
The motion carried 7 -0.
Robert H. Baker, Deputy City Clerk
Date minutes approved: November 14, 2005