HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-12-12 Committee of the Whole Minutes6:30 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
No action was taken.
7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Calling the meeting to order and leading the Pledge of Allegiance at 7:00 p.m. was Pamela Linder,
Council President.
OFFICIALS:
Present were Pamela Linder, Council President; and Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam
Carter, Jim Haggerton, Dennis Robertson and David Fenton.
ATTENDANCE:
Executive session began.
Executive session ended.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers City Hall
December 12, 2005 7:00 P.M.
EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:30 P.M.
Real Estate Issues 30 minutes
Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b)
COMMITTEE OF WHOLE
MEETING MINUTES
Steven M. Mullet, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Lucy Lauterbach, Legislative Analyst; Bruce
Fletcher, Director of Parks and Recreation; Kevin Fuhrer, Director of Finance; Jim Morrow, Director of
Public Works; David Haynes, Chief of Police; Nick Olivas, Chief of Fire; Kimberly Walden, Municipal Court
Judge, Evelyn Boykan, Human Services Program Manager and Stacy Hansen, Human Services
Specialist; Jane Cantu, City Clerk; and Bob Baker, Deputy City Clerk.
Introduction of Sarah Harris. Administrative Support Coordinator, Parks Recreation
Bruce Fletcher, Director, Parks and Recreation, introduced Sarah Harris. A graduate of Central
Washington University, Ms. Harris formerly served Tukwila as a temporary employee.
Most currently from the City of Kent, Ms. Harris' background is in youth and teens. She grew up in Des
Moines, WA, and is pleased to be serving the citizens of Tukwila.
CITIZEN COMMENT: None.
SPECIAL ISSUES:
a. Authorize Mayor to accept a donation of land from the Cascade Land Conservancy
for open space (1.34 acres assessed valued at $108,000.00)
Bruce Fletcher, Director of Parks and Recreation, distributed parcel number maps depicting the location
of the parcels being offered #7661600121 8733000005). Currently "open space land," the parcels
serve as a greenbelt buffer between several houses and Interstate 5.
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The north border is across the street from the Southcenter Baptist Church and the south border is across
from the Tukwila Garden Apartments. The land value is assessed at $108,000.00.
When members of the Conservancy approached Mr. Fletcher's office about potentially purchasing the
property, they were informed the City does not have the money to make such a purchase. Through
continued discussions, arrangements were made for the land to be donated.
Presented at the November 29 Community Affairs and Parks Committee, it was agreed that City
ownership of the property would allow enhanced control of the site. In years past, it has been a place
where cars were parked and /or repaired. It took City of Tukwila Code Enforcement action (installation of
barriers) to discontinue such practices.
For action /consideration, consensus existed to forward consideration of this item to tonight's City
Council Special meeting.
b. A resolution authorizing the Mavor to enter into a development agreement with
WEA Southcenter LLC and Prudential Financial. Inc.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AUTHORIZING ENTRY INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE
REDEVELOPMENT OF WESTFIELD MALL AT SOUTHCENTER
Mayor Mullet introduced the proposed resolution. It was at their November 28 Special meeting that the
Council authorized the Mayor to sign the Development Agreement regarding redevelopment at the mall
formerly known as Southcenter. Subsequent review of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) showed
staff a resolution is required when authorizing the Mayor to sign such an agreement. Thus, the proposed
resolution.
Ms. Hernandez noted the third whereas clause should be amended to include the words "AND
SUBSEQUENT SPECIAL MEETING THE SAME NIGHT" AFTER "...2005," AND BEFORE THE WORD
"AND..."
If approved, the third whereas clause would read,
"WHEREAS, the Tukwila City Council reviewed the agreement at the Committee of the Whole
meeting on November 28, 2005, and subsequent Special meeting the same night, and authorized the
Mayor to enter into the development agreement; and"
Councilmembers briefly discussed the idea.
For action /consideration, consensus existed to forward this item to this evening's Special
meeting.
REPORTS:
a. Mavor
Mayor Mullet reported the cancellation of all remaining City Council and Council sub committee meetings
for 2005. The first Regular meeting of 2006 will be held Tuesday, January 3.
Next, the Mayor reported a new developer is "on board" relative to the Tukwila Station Housing Project.
Dealings with the original developer "fell through." The new developer would like to do that which was
originally proposed with the site and the deal" is expected to be essentially the same as presented by the
first developer. Additional information will follow in 2006.
Additionally, the Mayor reported receipt of two grants from King County. Both are in the amount of
$10,000.00. One is for use in connection with the Farmer's Market for 2006, and the other is for
continued service of the Seattle Southside Shuttle.
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Finally, the Mayor informed Council the Tukwila School District is "uncomfortable" in not being a signatory
to the agreement entered into (between King County and the City of Tukwila, regarding the swimming
pool). Their concern lies in unanswered questions as to what will happen with the pool and property
when the agreement reaches "sunset" in 2011. They would like assurances that the City will not vacate
the building and leave them to handle demolition and /or other issues relative to any closure of the pool.
Mayor Mullet noted his belief and understanding that the City has every intention of extending the
agreement at that time. The School District does not seek money, free classes, or any other concessions
in this matter, with the exception that should the City decide to close the pool or not extend the
agreement, they (the City) will be responsible for costs of demolition and /or closure.
Should such decisions be made (to close and /or demolish), Mayor Mullet suggested entering into a
separate agreement (with the School District) noting the City would pay for such costs. Brief discussion
ensued and Council consensus existed for Mayor Mullet to enter into discussions and create a related
agreement. Again, additional information will follow in 2006.
b. City Council
Councilmember Duffie wished everyone a joyous holiday season.
Councilmember Hernandez reported attendance to the Tukwila Government Affairs Committee meeting
on December 6. She also attended the December 9 holiday luncheon of the Southwest King County
Chamber of Commerce and the subsequent luncheon sponsored by the City of Tukwila's Municipal Court
staff. She, too, wished everyone happy holidays.
Council President Linder had no report.
Councilmember Carter distributed a written report prepared post attendance to last week's National
League of Cities Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina. She also distributed copies of a newspaper
article from the Charlotte Observer entitled "The hard part... Thank public servants for giving generously of
family time." She was pleased to see such an editorial piece in that newspaper on December 9.
Councilmember Haggerton attended the National League of Cities Conference in Charlotte last week
and reviewed a written report prepared upon his return to Tukwila.
Councilmember Robertson reminded Council that at least three others (in addition to himself) must
come in to sign vouchers on Friday, December 16, as there will be no Council meeting to approve same
on December 19.
Councilmember Fenton had no report.
c. City staff:
Rhonda Berry reported Bruce Fletcher will make a presentation to the Tukwila School Board on
December 13 relative to "Youth Activities" in Tukwila.
d. City Attorney:
Shelley Kerslake was not present.
e. Legislative Analyst:
Lucy Lauterbach reported the Association of Washington Cities Conference will be held during the last
week of January, 2006. The timing of the event differs from that in the past and comes just one week
after the Tukwila City Council retreat.
Councilmember Robertson reported a City Council Special meeting /work session will be held on
Wednesday of that week (January 25) to discuss the Tukwila South project. Councilmember Carter
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spoke in opposition to the meeting date as she has responsibilities with AWC and must be present at the
Conference. Discussions will be held "off line" in regard to this potential conflict.
ADJOURNMENT:
7:40 p.m. COUNCIL PRESIDENT LINDER DECLARED THE MEETING ADJOURNED.
Pamela Linder, Coun6il President
Date minutes approved December 23, 2005.
Pkbat D aid2A—
Robert H. Baker, CMC, Deputy City Clerk