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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-02-13 Community Affairs and Parks Minutes Community Affairs and Parks Committee Minutes February 13, 2007 5:00 PM Present: Pam Linder, Chair; Verna Griffith and Pam Carter, Council Members; Evelyn Boykan, Program Manager, Human Services; Jack Pace, Deputy Director, Department of Community Development (DCD); Minnie Dhaliwal, Senior Planner, DCD; Moira Bradshaw, Senior Planner, DCD; Rick Still, Deputy Director, P& R; Diane Gallegos, Habitat for Humanity of Seattle /South King County; Mon Wig, Wig Properties; Leshya Wig, Wig Properties; Chuck Parrish, Community Member and Wynetta Bivens Business Agenda A. Interlocal agreement with SeaTac and Des Moines to implement a minor home repair program for 2007 Ms. Boykan gave an overview of the Minor Home Repair program, which is for low to moderate income residents. The funding for this program will be allocated from the Community Development Block Grant funds, which was awarded to the City by King County. The implementation of this program will be a joint effort between the City of Tukwila, SeaTac, and Des Moines. Eligible homeowners who live in either of these Cities may receive approximately $1,500 in repairs in one calendar year, for minor home repairs. They can be subsidized up to $5,000 over a ten year period. The City has contracted with Home Task and Total Home Improvement to do the repairs. Ms. Boykan is seeking approval on the Interlocal Agreement between the three Cities. Forward to Committee of the Whole on February 26 with unanimous approval. B. Southcenter Square street naming Moira Bradshaw returned with this item regarding the alternative name of "Wig" in the street title, as staff was directed, for additional discussion. Ms. Linder, who was not present when this item was discussed at the January 23` meeting, indicated she has reviewed and agrees with the minutes. Ms. Griffith, who also -vas not present, said she is ok with the minutes. Ms. Carter was in favor of naming one street Ed Bauch. She brought up the idea of a "name bank" for future street naming. Ms. Linder was not in favor of the "name bank." Ms. Linder asked Mr. Wig which street he preferred to name "Wig Drive Mr. Wig replied his preference is the street on the north end. The committee recommended naming the street located on the north end "Wig Drive Ms. Linder suggested that the Council make the decision for naming the second street either Ed Bauch or Mae Harris. There was discussion on the Fire Marshall's role in assigning street addresses and street names. Ms. Bradshaw clarified that the Fire Marshall assigns street addresses only. It was suggested that Wally Rant's name is considered for future reference when naming streets. Forward recommendation to Committee of the Whole to approve "Wig Drive" and to make a decision on the second street. C. Disposition of surplus property to Habitat for Humanity The property owned by the City, located at 12230 43` Ave. South is no longer needed by the City. The City is interested in declaring the property as surplus and offering it to the Habitat for Humanity of Seattle /South King County. Diane Gallegos, Representative for Habitat for Humanity of Seattle /South King County, gave an overview of the Agency's processes, requirements, and other projects undertaken by them. The agency is excited at the prospect of receiving the property from the City and taking on another project. The committee expressed February 13,2007, Minutes Community Affairs & Parks Committee Page 2 of2 their excitement and support. Pam Linder requested that the Peterson Hall sign on the property is retained. Rick Still said that the sign is currently displayed at the Tukwila Community Center. The variance procedure will need to be followed to develop this 3,000 sq. ft. lot. On March sth a public hearing will be held to decide on the moratorium and code clarification for allowing development on undersized lots. Jack Pace provided information from when the lots were originally plotted. Ms. Linder asked who owned the property located at 12232 and 12234 43rd Ave. South. Mr. Dhaliwal replied Darryl Doak was the original owner and that he built new houses and sold to new owners. Ms. Linder requested that Ms. Gallegos attend the February 12th Committee of the Whole meeting. Ms. Carter requested a PowerPoint presentation on Habitat for Humanity, which should be coordinated with the City Clerk's Office. Mr. Parrish, a community member, inquired about special notice regarding declaring the property as surplus to gain the comfort of the neighborhood. Ms. Linder suggested flyers could be posted at the Tukwila Community Center. However, no other form of notice is necessary. Fonvard to the Committee of the Whole for a decision. D. Sole Source Central Control System purchase Rick Still returned with this item after presenting it during the budget discussions. There are two reasons why this is a sole source purchase. First, it is the only Central Control System that works with the weather station, controllers and valves that are in use today at Foster Golf Links. Second, the Rain Bird Central Control System is only distributed through Horizon irrigation supply company. Mr. Still said this system is high tech, would be maintained by local distributor, will save water and money, and is the only item in the Golf CIP Budget. Ms. Carter suggested that a discussion takes place with the IT Dept regarding the PC software to coordinate anti-virus compatibility. Rick said that the IT Department has already reviewed the system specifications but he will have another discussion with them. Mr. Parrish asked what the gain would be if this system was installed. Rick said the system would save money on pumping the water by using only the amount of water that the turf plant needs (see ET rates in staff Memorandum), water can be applied in cycles to allow the water to soak in to the areas before additional water is applied, which would help alleviate the current problem with wet spots and fungus growth, it will save staff time of resetting the controllers manually every time the weather changes and using the hand held radio controller while repairing or adjusting irrigation heads and lines, and it will help the health and playability of the golf course. Fonvard recommendation to the Committee of the Whole for approval on February 26th. E. Fourth QuarterlY ear End Report Jack Pace provided updates on: . Rehab of the Pacific Court Property. . Water quality monitoring at Tukwila Pond. . Mall update - food court is gone; Kohl's will start construction at the end of February; mall owners determine tenants to go in the old Mervyn's location. . Shoreline Master Plan update is on the website. There will be a draft plan will available for review by the end of the year. Then the fmal document will be produced. ~d: Reviewed by: 6:00 PM Committee Chair Approval Prepared by: WB