HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-04-10 Committee of the Whole MinutesCALL TO ORDER /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
April 10, 2006 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers City Hall
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Council President, Dennis Robertson, called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. and led the audience in the
Pledge of Allegiance.
OFFICIALS
Present were Dennis Robertson, Council President; Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam
Carter, Pam Linder, and Verna Griffin.
Councilmember Jim Haggerton was absent from the meeting.
ATTENDANCE
Steve Mullet, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Jim Morrow, Public Works Director; Steve
Lancaster, Community Development Director; Kathy Stetson, Code Enforcement Officer; David Haynes,
Police Chief; Darrell Baskin, Assistant Police Chief; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator;
Katherine Kertzman, Tourism and Marketing Manager; Nick Olivas, Fire Chief; Christy O'Flaherty, Deputy
City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
a. Tukwila Village: status update and presentation of mixed -use, townhome concept; Derek
Speck, Economic Development Administrator
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator, provided an update on the Tukwila Village Project.
He also gave an overview of the mixed -use, townhome style as a potential development approach for this
project. He utilized a Powerpoint demonstration to illustrate the location of the project, revitalization
goals, descriptions of townhomes and condominiums, and conceptual design drawings.
Mr. Speck introduced Kerry Doss, Director of Townhome Development, for the Seattle Division of Centex
Homes. Mr. Doss provided information regarding the challenges and opportunities relative to the Tukwila
Village site at South 144 Street and Tukwila International Boulevard. He explained the differences
between townhomes and condominiums and presented a conceptual site plan depicting how
approximately 85 townhomes could integrate on to the site with retail businesses and a plaza. He also
answered questions from the Council regarding similar developments in the area.
The Councilmembers expressed positive interest in the mixed -use, townhome development style. They
relayed concern about any development for the site being comprised of primarily rental units and would
also like to see the idea of senior housing options explored. The Councilmembers stated the public
should be involved in the process and would like a variety of developers to be given an opportunity to bid
on the project.
Carlos De La Torre, 3400 Phinney Avenue North, Seattle, is an architect representing several clients who
are interested in townhome developments in Tukwila. He encouraged the Council to review the subject of
townhome development possibilities throughout Tukwila and not just for the Tukwila Village project.
Mr. Speck indicated he would be providing the Council additional information on this subject in the future.
b. Overview of Tukwila Police Department Traffic Unit; David Haynes, Police Chief
David Haynes, Police Chief, provided information to the Council on Tukwila's Traffic Unit. The unit
currently consists of one sergeant and four motor officers. The general focus of the traffic unit is on
enforcement, education, and engineering. The traffic officers have been working on resolving parking
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problems, speeding issues, collision investigation, and seeking long term solutions to recurring problems.
The Chief has implemented new Warning /Correction Notices as an option for officers to promote safety
and resolve issues.
Ralph Danner, 16005 46 Avenue South, indicated the speeding problem in his area has been ongoing
for the past 10 years. While the street is marked with 25 mph signs and traffic calming buttons have been
installed, the problem still exists. He would like to see more enforcement toward the speeding problem in
this part of Tukwila.
Jason Sullivan, 4458 South 160 Street, indicated he has lived at his home for 9 years, and the speeding
problem in this area is very severe. He would like to see additional efforts made to correct this problem.
The Councilmembers expressed realization and concern regarding speeding problems throughout the
City, particularly in the vicinity of Tukwila's schools. They conveyed appreciation to the Police staff for the
ongoing efforts in working through traffic and safety related issues.
CITIZEN COMMENT
There were no citizen comments.
SPECIAL ISSUES
a. Proposed ordinance establishing a Relocation Assistance Program
Councilmember Hernandez indicated this item was discussed at the Community Affairs and Parks
Committee meeting on March 28, 2006. The committee recommends approval.
The State adopted Relocation Assistance legislation last year that requires landlords to pay tenants if
their rental units are condemned or declared unfit for occupancy. The legislation permits cities to pay this
amount to the tenants if the landlord fails to do so within the time allowed. It also provides cities with a
mechanism to recoup these "loans" from the landlord in the form of a tax lien. The City Attorney has
advised that the City formally adopt the State's regulations into the TMC as a way to enforce and manage
the Relocation Assistance process more effectively.
Kathy Stetson, Code Enforcement Officer, indicated that in the event of a condemnation action, the
landlord is required to provide relocation assistance, per tenant, of $2,000 or 3 times the monthly rent,
whichever is greater. Steve Lancaster, Community Development Director, clarified that per State law, the
"tenant" is the person(s) or entity(s) that entered into the agreement with the landlord. Multiple people
entering into the agreement with the landlord would equal "one entity" and be entitled to no more than the
$2,000 amount or 3 times the monthly rent.
If the condemnation is due to eminent domain, the tenants are not eligible for relocation assistance. In
the event a landlord rents units after property has been condemned, those tenants would not be eligible
for relocation assistance. They would be eligible to seek relief through a civil lawsuit.
Ms. Stetson indicated informational documentation would be created and distributed to inform the public
of the Relocation Assistance Program.
COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING.
b. Clarification of the Tukwila Municipal code regarding public Improvements
Councilmember Hernandez indicated this item was discussed at the Community Affairs and Parks
Committee meeting on March 28, 2006. The committee recommends approval.
Clarification is needed for Tukwila Municipal Code 17.24.030 to clearly state City policy with regard to
completing infrastructure improvements prior to final plat approval. The clarifying language comes from
RCW 58.17.130 and has been endorsed by the City Attorney.
Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, explained the city policy has focused on the completion of
infrastructure improvements required by a short plat. Recently, a builder dealing with the City on a project
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wanted to bond the entire infrastructure improvements in lieu of actually performing the work. This
clarification to the code would ensure the work would be completed prior to final plat approval.
COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING.
c. 2005/2006 Small Drainage Program Design Supplement
Councilmember Linder stated this item was discussed at the Utilities Committee meeting on April 4, 2006.
The committee recommends approval.
Following last winter's heavy rains and flooding, seven additional projects were identified for construction
as soon as practical. This supplement for design services has been negotiated to add these projects to
the 2005/06 Neighborhood Drainage Program contract currently with KPG. Five of the projects involve
failing outfalls, one is to remove a failing driveway culvert on Southgate Creek, and the seventh involves
the removal of the failing concrete pond in Crystal Springs Park.
Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, clarified that due to the emergency nature of the above issues,
projects that had been intended to be part of the program have been swapped out in favor of completing
these seven items. While the inclusion of these projects represents an additional cost, the total
expenditure of $77,469.49 is within the overall Neighborhood Drainage Project budget.
COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING.
d. Allentown /Foster Point Water and Sewer Improvements Construction Management Services
Supplement #1 with DMJM Harris
Councilmember Linder stated this item was discussed at the Utilities Committee meeting on April 4, 2006.
The committee recommends approval.
The Council approved the construction contract bid award for this project to R.L. Alia in the amount of
$6,982,432 at the March 20, 2006 Council Meeting. A supplemental agreement #1 has been negotiated
with DMJM Harris for construction management services on the Allentown /Foster Point Water and Sewer
Improvements project in the amount of $500,000. The scope of work will include a full time on -site
construction inspector, construction survey control and spot- checking, part -time project management, and
contract administration.
Discussion ensued as to whether this item should come before the Council at a regular meeting for
approval. Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, stated this issue has been brought forward as information
only at this time. The Council has previously approved 2 -year blanket consultant contracts (one for City
funded projects and one for federally- funded projects) with DMJM Harris and four other companies. As
funds are expended toward the projects, the Council will be notified as to the dollar amount, which is not
to exceed the total budgeted allotment for any project.
Rhonda Berry, City Administrator, suggested this issue be referred to the Finance Director for clarification
on whether Council approval is required for contracts of this nature.
COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO REFER THIS ITEM TO THE FINANCE DIRECTOR FOR A
DECISION ON WHETHER THE ALLENTOWN /FOSTER POINT WATER AND SEWER
IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES SUPPLEMENT #1 WITH DMJM
HARRIS SHOULD COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL OR AS INFORMATION ONLY.
e. Maule Ave /Campbell Hill /58 Ave S Waterlines Construction Management Services
Supplement #1 with Anchor Environmental
Councilmember Linder stated this item was discussed at the Utilities Committee meeting on April 4, 2006.
The committee recommends approval.
The Council approved the construction contract bid award for this project to Buno Construction in the
amount of $566,504.10 at the March 6, 2006 Council Meeting. A supplemental agreement #1 has been
negotiated with Anchor Environmental for construction management services for the Maule Ave /Campbell
Hill /58 Ave S Waterlines Project in the amount of $131,312. The scope of work will include a full time
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on -site construction inspector, construction survey control and spot- checking, part -time project
management, and contract administration.
This issue, being the same as Item 4d above, will also require input from the Finance Director for
clarification on whether Council approval is required for contracts of this nature.
COUNCIL CONSENSUS EXISTED TO REFER THIS ITEM TO THE FINANCE DIRECTOR FOR A
DECISION ON WHETHER THE MAULE AVE /CAMPBELL HILL/58 AVE S WATERLINES
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES SUPPLEMENT #1 WITH ANCHOR ENVIRONMENTAL
SHOULD COME BEFORE THE COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL OR AS INFORMATION ONLY.
REPORTS
Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, provided information to the Council relative to tonight's citizen's
comments regarding speeding on South 160 Street. Radar trailers and traffic counters are being placed
in various areas of the City. The traffic counters are very sophisticated pieces of equipment that can
identify the type of vehicle as well as the speed traveled. Radar trailers and counters will be used for
information gathering and data analysis.
Mr. Morrow also reported the State Legislature has authorized municipalities to install cameras for
issuance of tickets at intersections only. The City would be restricted to installing the cameras at only two
intersections.
a. Mayor
Mayor Mullet reported there was a "fish release" on April 7, 2006 that involved students at Cascade View
Elementary. The Sabey Corporation participated in the event, and a docent from the Issaquah Fish
Hatchery was present to provide information and answer questions for the students.
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Councilmember Duffie reported on the continual parking problems at Tukwila Elementary School and
indicated it has become a safety issue for the students.
Councilmember Hernandez indicated on April 4, 2006, she attended the Government Affairs Committee
meeting and the Sister City Committee fundraiser at the Rain Forest Cafe. On April 6, she attended the
Equity and Diversity Committee meeting. She reported there will be an informational open house on May
25, 2006 at 6:30 pm at the Foster High School library regarding Citizenship Classes. Ms. Hernandez has
been contacted by an individual who would like to create a webpage for the Tukwila Historical Society.
She has spoken with Wendy Morgan about re- activating the Historical Society in light of the upcoming
Centennial celebration.
Councilmember Carter inquired about when an agenda packet for the April 20, 2006 joint meeting with
the Tukwila School Board would be available. Discussion ensued about topics for discussion at the
meeting, and the Councilmembers expressed interest in a guided discussion that encouraged interaction.
Council President Robertson stated he would talk with City staff members as well as staff from the School
District and provide an agenda packet for the meeting.
Councilmember Carter reported on her attendance at a Risk Communication workshop in Bellevue on
April 10 -11, 2006
Councilmember Linder distributed the Suburban Cities Association Public Issues Committee meeting
agenda delineating a ranking of public issues.
Councilmember Griffin reported on April 6, 2006 she attended the Washington Women's Employment and
Education fundraiser breakfast. She also attended the Equity and Diversity Commission meeting where
the Foster High School Multi- Cultural Action Committee gave a presentation. On April 27, 2006 there will
be a World's Fair event at Foster High School from 3:00 -8:00 pm featuring a cultural fashion show with
dancing and refreshments. Ms. Griffin also reported that the Equity and Diversity Commission donated
$1,000 toward Foster High School students attending a leadership camp. In exchange, each student will
donate 4 hours back in community service to Tukwila.
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Council President Robertson provided an update on the hiring process for the Council Assistant position.
There are currently six finalists, and interviews will be conducted on April 14, 2006. The top 2 -3 finalists
will meet the full Council at a social event. Once a decision has been made, a tentative and then final
offer for employment will be made by the Personnel Department.
c. Staff
Rhonda Berry, City Administrator, reported that on April 29, 2006 there will be an Immigration and
Naturalization event at Showalter Middle School. Volunteers are needed to run copies, collate forms, and
assist with paperwork completion.
d. City Attorney
The City Attorney was not present.
MISCELLANEOUS
Mayor Mullet conveyed that the theme for the Memorial Day event at the Museum of Flight will be
"Tuskegee Airmen."
ADJOURNMENT
10:26 p.m. COUNCIL PRESIDENT ROBERTSON DECLARED THE MEETING ADJOURNED
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