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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-03-05 Regular MinutesTUKWILA CITY COUNCIL March 5, 2007 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers City Hall REGULAR MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Steven M. Mullet called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Christy O'Flaherty, Deputy City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Verna Griffin, Council President; Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton, and Dennis Robertson. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY CARTER TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER LINDER FROM THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. CITY OFFICIALS Steven M. Mullet, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; Jim Morrow, Public Works Director /Acting City Administrator; Cyndy Knighton, Senior Engineer; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Dave Haynes, Police Chief; Trina Cook, Police Analyst; Bruce Fletcher, Parks and Recreation Director; Dave Johnson, Recreation Superintendent; DeForrest Phelps, Youth and Teen Program Coordinator; Kevin Fuhrer, Finance Director; Steve Lancaster, Community Development Director; Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner; Evelyn Boykan, Human Services Manager; Jane Cantu, City Clerk; Christy O'Flaherty, Deputy City Clerk. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS a. Introduction of Dave Hauntz, Senior Fiscal Coordinator, Finance Department Kevin Fuhrer, Finance Director, introduced Dave Hauntz, Senior Fiscal Coordinator, in the Finance Department. Mr. Hauntz has a Bachelor's Degree in mathematics and chemistry as well as an MBA from Eastern Washington University. He is also a CPA who spent 20 years working for the State Auditor's Office. Mr. Hauntz extended his appreciation for the opportunity to serve the citizens of Tukwila. b. Introduction of Steve Batz, Administrative Support Assistant, Parks Recreation Bruce Fletcher, Parks and Recreation Director, introduced Steve Batz, Administrative Support Assistant in the Parks and Recreation Department. Mr. Batz has a degree in recreation management from Western Washington University. He has worked, on a part-time basis, for local cities as well as at the Tukwila Community Center. Mr. Batz indicated the "Tukwila Community Center is the best" and relayed his pride at being a City employee. The Councilmembers welcomed Mr. Hauntz and Mr. Batz to the City of Tukwila. c. Youth related activities Police Chief Dave Haynes and Dave Johnson, Recreation Superintendent Police Chief Haynes utilized a Powerpoint presentation to provide a 2006 Juvenile Crime update. The charts and graphs provided information on the following topics: Number of Juvenile Arrestees and Victims. There is a 7% decrease in arrests between 2001 and 2006. City of Tukwila Citv Council Regular Meeting Minutes The Councilmembers complimented Chief Haynes and Mr. Johnson on the thoroughness of the presentation and for the good work performed in the City by the Police Department and Parks and Recreation. CITIZEN COMMENTS Page 2 of 11 March 5. 2007 Day of the week of Arrestee Case Reports. Saturday is shown to be the day of the week with the most arrests. Hour of the Day of Arrestee Case Reports. 66% of cases are between the hours of 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Age of Arrestees. 16 -17 year olds are the largest age group arrested. Arrestee Residency. Of those juveniles arrested, 14% are Tukwila residents and 86% are non- residents. In the area of shoplift arrestees, 5% are Tukwila residents and 95% are non residents. Arrest Offenses. Shoplifting accounts for 59% of offenses; crimes against society (warrant arrest, disorderly conduct, drugs) accounts for 28 crimes against persons (robbery, assault) accounts for 8 and crimes against property (burglary, malicious mischief) accounts for 5 98% of all juvenile shoplift arrests occur in the retail area of Tukwila near the mall. Victims. The age group of 15 -17 year olds represents the largest age group victimized, with Friday being the day most problems occur and 48% of cases happening between noon and 6:00 p.m. Dave Johnson, Recreation Superintendent, also used a Powerpoint presentation to provide an overview of the youth and teen activities offered at the Tukwila Community Center. Mr. Johnson indicated that youth services fall into 5 different categories. 1. Classes. Short-term activity that meets 1 -2 times a week. The class list includes karate, gymnastics, parent/child gym development, trampoline and tumbling, Tae Kwon Do, pre ballet, piano lessons, and kidz love soccer. 2. Tukwila Community Schools Collaboration. This conjunctive effort involves programs for elementary schools, middle school, and the high school. 3. Programs. On -going activities. Programs include traveling tots, preschool, early birds, after school, parents night out, no school day camps, spring break camp, winter break camp, camp Tukwilly, adventure camp, teen camp, playground program, teen late night, teen open gym, teen open weight room, teen dances, adopt -a- family, C.I.T. Program (Counselor in Training), teen trips, and teen council. 4. Special Events. 1 -time events (often seasonal). Events include the Easter egg scramble and hunt, flashlight egg hunt, Mayfair, Tukwila Days fun zone, family fright night, and Santa breakfast, 5. Athletics. Sports leagues, camps and clinics. Opportunities are available in the basketball league, sports camps and clinics, hoop shoot contest, hot spot competition, and the soccer skills challenge. Sandra Kruize, 4457 South 158th Street, submitted a letter and photographs into the record regarding large buildings being constructed in low- density residential neighborhoods. Ms. Kruize indicated the large house built in her neighborhood has adversely affected the privacy of the surrounding homes. She is requesting the City Council look into this issue. Councilmember Robertson asked Steve Lancaster, Community Development Director, if a home could be built upwards of 30 feet in height. Mr. Lancaster responded in the affirmative and explained that Tukwila's Code and the International Building Code are utilized in measuring the height standard for homes. Councilmember Robertson relayed that he would confer with Councilmember Linder, Chairperson of the Community Affairs and Parks Committee, about placing this issue on a future Committee agenda. Georgina Kerr, 3834 South 116th Street, thanked the City Council for the good work done in the areas of the environment and conservation. She would like to see the City form a board or participate in a venture that would do more to preserve old growth trees and mature landscaping. City of Tukwila City Council Reaular Meeting Minutes CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 2/20/07 (Regular) b. Approval of Vouchers: #329791 #330061 in the amount of $1,529,708.55 MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. PUBLIC HEARINGS Page 3 of 11 March 5. 2007 An ordinance clarifying Zoning Code language regarding development of substandard Tots within the City. Steve Lancaster, Community Development Director, provided an overview of this issue. The intent is to clarify code language regarding development of substandard lots adopted by Ordinance 2097. On January 22, 2007, Planning Division staff briefed the City Council regarding a proposed code clarification on how the City regulates the construction of homes on substandard lots. The Council referred the matter to the Planning Commission, and on January 25, 2007 the Commission held a public hearing. The Planning Commission recommended the proposed code clarification be forwarded to the City Council for adoption. A public hearing is being conducted this evening before the City Council to afford further opportunities for comments from the community. Mr. Lancaster indicated the Planning Commission also expressed concern about circumstances in which a 6500 sq. ft. minimum lot size requirement, without relief other than a variance, might not best serve the community. They are willing to review this matter in the future if that is also the desire of the City Council. 7:44 p.m. Mayor Mullet opened the public hearing and called for citizen comments. Telly Doak, Doak Homes, 11812 26th Avenue Southwest, Burien, offered comments in opposition to the proposed ordinance. Ms. Doak indicated that prohibiting homes from being built on lots that do not meet the minimum lot size of 6500 sq. ft. would defeat the purpose of providing affordable housing to seniors and first -time home buyers as it would drive up prices. She indicated the construction of 20 -foot homes is acceptable in the City of Seattle, and that building new homes in older neighborhoods causes property value appreciation. Ms. Doak stated that in their original pre application meetings with the City, Doak Homes had been told they could build 17 houses on this property. Doak Homes has contributed to both growth and the appraised value of property in Tukwila in the last eight years. Donna Anderson, 12533 51st Place South, stated the property in question at 124th Street and 51st Place South is quite small and in an area of high traffic volume. Allowing that many homes in this area would be much like a housing project. Her property has 10,000 sq. ft. and with the current code, four houses could be built on it, and she indicated "that would not do." Lois Jackson, 5023 South 124th Street, stated she lives across from the property affected by the proposed ordinance. This area has a very high volume of truck traffic, and adding more homes there will pose a danger to children. Due to the small size of the lots, yards would be unavailable, causing children to play in the street. This is already a serious problem in the area, and construction of more homes will only increase the dangers. She requested the City not allow the lots to be any smaller. Christina Jackson, 5023 South 124th Street, relayed that clarification of the current law is a good idea, and the lots should not be smaller than 6000 to 6500 sq. ft. Homes without yards will predicate children playing in the street. Darryl Doak, Doak Homes, 11812 26th Avenue Southwest, Burien, indicated the proposed changes result in a major modification to the code and not just a clarification. The lots in the Allentown area were legally created lots. They were created 100 years ago by individuals on the east coast who had a plan to handle population growth in this area. The amount of people in the Seattle area is expected to increase, and the proposed ordinance will void the plan of those who originally created these lots. City of Tukwila City Council Reaular Meetina Minutes Georgina Kerr, 3834 South 116th Street, spoke in favor of keeping lot sizes at 6500 sq. ft. and allowing variances to give citizens a form of redress. She conveyed that homes packed together like "cookie cutter" houses, and the construction activity by Doak Homes in the community has been detrimental to Tukwila. Brian Kennedy, 12802 37th Avenue South, indicated it is necessary to limit the size of the houses in the Allentown area to curtail the growth of the population to wait for additional roads. Darryl Doak, Doak Homes, 11812 26th Avenue Southwest, Burien, relayed it is his experience that variances are almost always denied. He also commented that in other areas, re- development is considered an incentive in cleaning up neighborhoods and increasing the tax base. Donna Anderson, 12533 51st Place South, indicated she knows of a contractor in the area who is building homes that meet the 6500 sq. ft. requirement. Randy Kinsley, 12224 48th Avenue South, relayed he is in between the two factions at this time. He agrees with the City's vision discussed at a prior meeting regarding front porches, trees, and low fences. He is not in favor of tall, skinny houses that invade privacy. He does understand Mr. Doak's concern regarding the original meeting wherein he says he was told he could build the houses. Mr. Kinsley is in favor of a situation wherein a 6000 sq. ft. lot requirement would be acceptable. Anna Bernhard, 14241 59th Avenue South, expressed support for a 6000 sq. ft. requirement and conveyed that 3000 sq. ft is too small. Page 4 of 11 March 5. 2007 Kathy Hilgardy, 14950 57th Avenue South, commented that Tukwila is a suburb. This is not an urban environment where a 3000 sq. ft. requirement would work. We are still dependent on cars and are not able to walk where ever we need to go. What might work on Capitol Hill in Seattle will not work in Tukwila. 8:13 p.m. Mayor Mullet closed the Public Hearing. Mayor Mullet asked Mr. Lancaster to provide information on cottage housing and variances. Mr. Lancaster explained a couple of years ago, the Council adopted special code provisions that would allow demonstration projects that could use innovative housing techniques. Smaller homes could be built at higher density than traditional single family homes. To date the City has not been presented with any formal proposals. The variance process comes into place when there is a measurable standard in the code that creates an undue hardship for part of the property, where it is impossible or impractical to meet the standard. The owner can then apply for a variance to a specific standard, such as the setback requirement. Mayor Mullet asked if a code amendment would be required to combine two 30 -foot lots for a 6000 sq. ft. lot requirement, and Mr. Lancaster responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Carter asked if the intent of the proposed ordinance is to clarify that if the property meets all standards for a 6500 sq. ft. lot; including room for all setbacks; but is too narrow, construction may occur. Also, if the 6500 sq. ft. lot requirement cannot be met, then combining lots would be necessary (or seeking a variance). Mr. Lancaster responded in the affirmative and conveyed that some people have found the code, as it is currently written, to be confusing. The intent of the proposed ordinance is to clarify the City's intent and eliminate the confusion. City of Tukwila City Council Reaular Meetina Minutes UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. An ordinance clarifying Zoning Code language regarding development of substandard Tots within the City. Page 5 of 11 March 5. 2007 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2097, AS CODIFIED AT TMC 8.70.030, TO CLARIFY THE LANGUAGE REGARDING DEVELOPMENT OF SUBSTANDARD LOTS WITHIN THE CITY OF TUKWILA; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. City Attorney, Shelley Kerslake, read the proposed ordinance by title only. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Discussion ensued among the Councilmembers regarding this issue and consensus existed for the future exploration of other options, such as a 6000 sq. ft. lot requirement. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2153. b. An ordinance repealing Ordinance 2142 which established a six -month moratorium on development of lots not meeting the City's minimum lot size. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, RELATING TO LAND USE AND ZONING, TERMINATING AN EMERGENCY MORATORIUM ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 2142, ON THE ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE CITY ON LOTS THAT DO NOT MEET THE CITY'S MINIMUM LOT AREA REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. City Attorney, Shelley Kerslake, read the proposed ordinance by title only. MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2154. c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement with the cities of Sea -Tac and Des Moines for a Minor Home Repair Program utilizing Community Development Block Grant Funds in the amount of $65,000. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITIES OF SEA -TAC AND DES MOINES FOR A MINOR HOME REPAIR PROGRAM UTILIZING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,000. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. d. A resolution waiving the bidding requirements and authorizing the purchase of a computerized irrigation control system in the amount of $32,018.43. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, WAIVING THE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A COMPUTERIZED IRRIGATION CENTRAL CONTROL SYSTEM, THE RAIN BIRD NIMBUS II, FROM HORIZON IRRIGATION, INC. City of Tukwila City Council Reaular Meetina Minutes MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HAGGERTON THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. City Attorney, Shelley Kerslake, read the proposed resolution by title only. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1626. e. 2007 Comprehensive Plan Amendments to be conducted in Public Meeting format. Page 6of11 March 5. 2007 Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner, provided a briefing on the review process for two proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments. This evening a public meeting will be conducted and after comments, the City Council will make a threshold decision about each application as follows: 1) Pass amendment to the Planning Commission; 2) Defer proposed amendment for a year; 3) Reject amendment. The following four criteria are utilized in reviewing and evaluating Comprehensive Plan amendments. 1. Describe how the issue is addressed in the Comprehensive Plan. If the issue is not adequately addressed, is there a need for it? 2. Impacts 3. Is the proposed change the best means for meeting the identified public need? What other options are there for meeting the identified public need? 4. Will the proposed change result in a net benefit to the community? If not, what result can be expected and why? Proposed amendments received from the public and the City are reviewed and adopted once each year unless there is an emergency. Two applications were submitted by the December 31, 2006 deadline. 1. Transit Center Modify Wording. Applicant: Tukwila Department of Community Development. The proposal seeks to modify an existing policy to incorporate current information. The current policy states that a future Transit Center should be sited on Andover Park East between Baker Boulevard and Strander Boulevard; the proposed wording allows somewhat greater flexibility in selecting a location for the future Transit Center. The amendment was requested by the City Attorney and developed in conjunction with the City Attorney and the Public Works Department. Mayor Mullet asked for comments from the audience on this issue. Bonnie Hanson, 4671 174th Court SE, Bellevue, with Egis Real Estate Services and hired by Open Frame LLC, owners of Acme Bowl, spoke in opposition to the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment. Open Frame purchased the property several years ago and completed Phase 1 of their development plans with the opening of Acme Bowl. Phase 2 is underway with an approved site plan, and the landlord has entered into leases with 2 prominent tenants. The design review approval is on hold pending resolution of the City's request for dedication of 32 feet along Andover Park West, north of Baker Blvd. It is their assumption that the City's request is based on the proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan. Christopher Brown, 9688 Rainier Avenue South, Seattle, owner of Acme Bowl, spoke in opposition to the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment. Mr. Brown submitted a letter dated March 1, 2007 to Mr. Bill H. Williamson, Esq. into the record. Mr. Brown offered specific comments and visual aids regarding the transit center, including "nearside" and "farside" concepts, loading capacity, traffic volume, and service levels in the suggested area of the facility. He indicated the south side of the area would be a more suitable location for a transit center than the proposed site. City of Tukwila Citv Council Reaular Meetina Minutes Page 7 of 11 March 5. 2007 Bonnie Hanson indicated Toss of 32 feet will cause a reduction in parking for Acme Bowl of 23 stalls and reduces allowable square footage. It places their existing leases in jeopardy and poses a negative financial impact and reduction in business. She noted the site plan was previously submitted and approved by the City, and Open Frame did dedicate 4.5 feet on Andover Park West. The owner moved forward in good faith with leasing activities based on that plan. John Stoke, PO Box 88198, Tukwila, representing Open Frame LLC, spoke in opposition to the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment. A major concern for the business at this time is that the property has been leased based on reliance on the existing plan. They have been told the plan will not be approved or considered unless an additional 32 feet on Andover Park West is dedicated to the City (4.5 feet had previously been dedicated). Tenants may choose to exit their leases based on this issue causing a great negative financial impact to the business. Submittals were made to the City in the 4th quarter of 2006, and no progress is being made. The delay is both costly and troubling to the owners and tenants. He asked that the Comprehensive Plan not be changed. Steve Lancaster, Community Development Director, clarified that the submittal by Open Frame was received on December 11, 2006, and City staff members have worked on the proposal and met with the applicants on February 1, 2007. He also conveyed the Council is not being asked this evening to make a decision on the location of a Transit Center. Proposals and decisions on a Transit Center will be coming to the Council for approval at a later date. Mr. Lancaster stated that the comments regarding the Open Frame plan not being approved without the dedication of 32 feet on Andover Park West is inaccurate. MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO REFER THE PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT REGARDING THE TRANSIT CENTER TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR FURTHER REVIEW. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. 2. Bonsai Northwest Regional Commercial Center (RCC) to Low Density Residential (LDR) at South 144th and 51st Avenue South. Applicant: John Muth. The applicant seeks to redesignate approximately .63 acres of a 1.35 acre site from commercial (RCC) to single family residential (LDR). The property is vacant nursery property adjacent to and associated with the Bonsai Northwest nursery property. Mayor Mullet asked for comments from the audience on this issue. No comments were received. 9:02 p.m. Councilmember Duffie left the Council Chambers. MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY HAGGERTON TO REFER THE PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT REGARDING BONSAI NORTHWEST TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR FURTHER REVIEW. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. (Councilmember Duffie Absent) f. Concurrency Test fee and Traffic Impact fees. 9:04 p.m. Councilmember Duffie returned to the Council Chambers. 1. An ordinance, amending Ordinance 2110, regarding concurrency test fees AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2110, AS CODIFIED AT TMC 9.50.030, TO ADDRESS CONCURRENCY TEST FEES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY HAGGERTON THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. City Attorney, Shelley Kerslake, read the proposed ordinance by title only. MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ.* City of Tukwila Citv Council Reaular Meetina Minutes Councilmember Carter asked for an overview of the proposed ordinance. Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, explained the ordinance establishes the procedure for which concurrency tests will be performed and references the fee schedule. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2155. 2. A resolution adopting a Public Works fee schedule. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING A NEW PUBLIC WORKS FEE SCHEDULE. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. City Attorney, Shelley Kerslake, read the proposed resolution by title only. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1627. 3. An ordinance, amending Ordinance 2111, to update the traffic impact fee schedule. Page 8 of 11 March 5. 2007 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2111, AS CODIFIED AT TMC CHAPTER 9.48, TO UPDATE THE CITY'S TRAFFIC IMPACT FEE SCHEDULE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. City Attorney, Shelley Kerslake, read the proposed ordinance by title only. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2156. g. A motion to amend the scope of work for the Tukwila International Boulevard Phases 2 and 3 construction project due to cost increases. MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AMEND THE SCOPE OF WORK FOR THE TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD PHASES 2 AND 3 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT DUE TO COST INCREASES* Tukwila International Boulevard Phases 2 and 3 require a motion by the Council to reduce the scope of work. Three areas have been identified: eliminate undergrounding of overhead utilities; eliminate some improvements within the WSDOT limited access area; and redesign the retaining walls to a less expensive type. These cost reductions were estimated to bring the construction project back within the available budget of $16.2 million. The project must move forward into construction to avoid the possibility of losing grant funding and the entire 2007 construction season. An additive alternative to the base bid would include undergrounding of the overhead utilities in front of the Intergate West and Homeland Security buildings. Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, relayed that in discussions with Seattle City Light, it has been explained that Tukwila does not have the funding to complete the undergrounding. Seattle City Light has capacity problems in this area and desires to see the undergrounding completed. Late on Friday afternoon (March 2, 2007), a request to Tukwila was made by Seattle City Light. They are asking the City to proceed as follows: City of Tukwila Citv Council Reaular Meetina Minutes 1. Proceed with the proposal to reduce the scope of work to the current Tukwila budget; 2. In addition to #1 above, proceed with a separate design of the project with full undergrounding for the entire distance. They will go before the Seattle City Council and request the full cost of that undergrounding effort. While they cannot assure the funds will be granted, they are asking Tukwila to compile two bid packages. The first package will be for the reduced scope of work that is before the Council this evening. The second is for the full undergrounding design; if they acquire the additional money, Seattle City Light will pay all costs (currently estimated to be approximately $6 million). Undergrounding is essential in this area in order for Seattle City Light to be able to update their capacity. Mr. Morrow explained that Seattle City Light will pay the full cost of the added design, compiling the bid packages, and advertising. While approval is pending from the Seattle City Council as to payment for the full undergrounding, the costs for the additional design, bid packages and advertising will not require special approval. There will be no extra costs to the City of Tukwila. Even if funding for the undergrounding is not granted, the costs for the design, bid preparation and advertising is assured. Mike Hansen, Sabey Corporation, 12201 Tukwila International Boulevard, inquired as to the need for a motion on this issue at this time. Mr. Morrow relayed that it can take many months to complete the design, prepare bid packages, and advertise for the project. The City also has a tight budget and costs are escalating, and he would like a motion from the Council allowing him to proceed with the reduced scope of the project (in the event the funding for full undergrounding from Seattle City Light is not approved). Mr. Hansen stated that Tukwila International Boulevard is our "door to the north" and a positive perception of the City is essential. They would like to see undergrounding completed for the entire length of the street. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. h. Authorize the Mayor to sign an amendment to the interlocal agreement with King County for animal control services in the amount of $35,000. MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH KING COUNTY FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,000.* Councilmember Carter asked if the TMC would need to be amended regarding the appeals procedure to the Municipal Court or Hearing Examiner. Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, indicated the code would have to be amended to follow the process currently in place for other appeals in the City. Councilmember Carter inquired if the past amendments to the 1993 interlocal agreement would be nullified with the passage of this amendment. Rhonda Berry, City Administrator responded in the affirmative. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. i. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with M. J. Durkan for 2007 lobbying services in the amount of $4,000 per month plus expenses. Page 9 of 11 March 5. 2007 MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT WITH M.J. DURKAN FOR 2007 LOBBYING SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,000 PER MONTH PLUS EXPENSES. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. City of Tukwila City Council Reaular Meetina Minutes REPORTS a. Mayor (The Mayor gave his report at 9:50 p.m. after Council Reports.) Page 10 of 11 March 5. 2007 Mayor Mullet reported the fundraiser to support the Tukwila Pantry sponsored by the Sabey Corporation brought in $30,000. He extended thanks to Mike Hansen from the Sabey Corporation for their work on this worthwhile event. He will be meeting with the Sister City Committee regarding the future of the affiliation with Japan and the possibility of a relationship with Bosnia. Tukwila Rotary is having a bowl -a- thon on March 31, 2007. The Mayor relayed that the water tank on one of the fire pumpers has gone out, and an assessment of the repair needs is being undertaken. b. Council Councilmember Hernandez attended the February 28, 2007 fundraiser for the Tukwila Pantry and offered thanks to the Sabey Corporation. She also attended the Suburban Cities meeting at the Doubletree Suites the same day. On March 1, 2007 she attended the Equity and Diversity Commission meeting. Council President Griffin also attended the March 1, 2007 Equity and Diversity Commission meeting. She reported that a group of African American citizens are working toward mentoring students on a one -on- one basis. The Multi- Cultural Action Committee will be sponsoring another World's Fair event at the end of April or early May. Councilmember Carter participated in a Streamline Sales Tax (SST) conference call on March 5, 2007. It is expected that the legislative bill on this issue will pass. Ms. Carter reported she will be going to Washington D.C. for the National League of Cities (NLC) Conference. She asked if other Councilmembers would attend her Transportation and Community Affairs and Parks Committee meetings. Councilmember Robertson indicated he would attend the Transportation meeting and Councilmember Duffie will attend Community Affairs and Parks. Councilmember Haggerton was involved in a Microsoft Summit sponsored by the NLC on February 27- 28, 2007. The Director of Communications from the Washington D.C. office also attended the event. Microsoft was seeking input on ways to better serve local governments, counties, state agencies, and schools. There were several technology -based demonstrations throughout the Microsoft campus that were very educational and informative. Mr. Haggerton also attended the Cascade Water Alliance Board meeting on February 28, 2007. He will also be leaving for the NLC Conference next week and, therefore, will not be able to attend the next Council meeting. He asked Mr. Morrow to let them know if there is anything the Council can do to assist with the funding effort for undergrounding with the City of Seattle. Councilmember Robertson referenced a February 2, 2007 letter from the Mayor regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's proposed role in the control of hazardous air pollutants from local sources. Mr. Robertson conveyed that the more pressure that comes from local agencies toward these types of issues, the more likely it will be that the federal government will become more involved. c. Staff Jim Morrow, Acting City Administrator, indicated the briefing books for those Councilmembers going to Washingon D.C. will be available no later than Wednesday, March 7, 2007. The Mayor's secretary will schedule meetings as needed to review the materials. d. City Attorney There was no report. e. Intergovernmental There was no report. City of Tukwila City Council Reaular Meetina Minutes MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Duffie indicated the DARE graduation will be March 7, 2007. Councilmember Hernandez asked if a date has been set for the Joint School Board Meeting. Council President Griffin relayed the Mayor's secretary is working on that issue. EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PENDING LITIGATION. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. 9:53 p.m. 10:10 p.m. ADJOURNMENT 10:10 p.m. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO ADJOURN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION; RECONVENE; AND ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0. Steven M. Mullet, Mayor rie- Executive session began. Executive session ended. O'Flahe ,Deputy City Clerk k 7 APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 03/19/2007 Page 11 of 11 March 5. 2007