HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-09-17 Regular MinutesSeptember 17, 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 7:02 p.m. and led the
audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
Christy O'Fiaherty, Deputy City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Verna Griffin, Council
President; Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam Carter, Jim Haggerton, Pam Linder, and
Dennis Robertson.
CITY OFFICIALS
Steven Mullet, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney; Derek
Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Jim Morrow, Public Works Director; Pat Brodin, Public
Works Operations Manager; Jack Pace, Acting Community Development Director; Rebecca Fox, Senior
Planner; Bruce Fletcher, Parks and Recreation Director; David Haynes, Police Chief; Mary Miotke, IT
Manager; Jane Cantu, City Clerk; Christy O'Flaherty, Deputy City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Roads and Transit Ballot Measure Julia Patterson, King County Councilmember
Julia Patterson, King County Councilmember, utilized a Powerpoint presentation to provide information
regarding the November 6, 2007 ballot measure concerning the "Integrated Roads and Transit" plan.
This regional initiative involves a 20 -year integrated transportation investment plan for Snohomish, King,
and Pierce Counties developed by the Regional Transportation Investment District (RTID) and Sound
Transit.
This plan is intended to:
Improve mobility for people, transit and freight
Expand light rail and transit
Improve highways and bridges
Create reliable alternatives to driving
Fix safety problems
Build on existing investments and complete projects
If passed, this measure will address problems at major traffic chokepoints in the region:
1 -405 from Bellevue (1 -90) to Renton
I- 405 /SR 167 Interchange
Southcenter Hill: I -5 /SR 509
SR 167 in Auburn
US 2 Trestle
SR 9
1 -5 at Northgate
1 -5 near the University of Washington
SR 520
1 -5 at 1 -90
1 -405 and 1 -5 (Alderwood Mall)
1 -5 at SR 18 "Triangle" Interchange
1 -5 at SR 167 in Fife
SR 410 and SR 162 Interchange
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The measure will also address urgent safety problems and address 50 high- accident locations across the
region; replace or upgrade three seismically vulnerable bridges; invest in signals, turn lanes and other
safety features to reduce accidents.
More transit options and choices will also be effectuated:
Expand light rail by 50 miles creating a 70 -mile system
Complete the Renton /Tukwila Sounder Station and Renton BRT Access Ramp
Add transit and business access lanes
Study future high capacity transit options in Renton, Burien, Seattle area
Move over 300,000 riders a day on light rail with long -term capacity to expand
Construct 25 new light rail stations
Transit service up to 20 hours a day across the region
Provide bicycle paths and walkways
Expansion of HOV system regionally
Expansion of buses and vanpools
Councilmember Patterson indicated the cost for this integrated roads and transit plan is $17.8 billion
(2006 dollars) with $10.8 billion for transit and $7 billion for roads. If passed on November 6, 2007, the
initiative will be paid for through an increase in sales tax of .6 of one percent or 6 cents on a $10.00
purchase; and .8 of one percent of the Motor Vehicle Excise Tax or $80 on every $10,000 worth of value
on a vehicle. Ms. Patterson explained that if this measure does not pass, there is no other plan for
addressing these regional traffic issues, and construction costs continue to rise at a steady rate.
The Tukwila City Council passed a resolution endorsing the Integrated Roads and Transit measure in
May of this year (Resolution #1635). Councilmember Patterson thanked Tukwila for being one of the first
governing bodies in the region to support this important initiative.
The Councilmembers asked questions of Councilmember Patterson regarding the ballot measure and
thanked her for the informative and beneficial presentation.
PROCLAMATIONS /APPOINTMENTS
a. Proclamation declaring September 22, 2007 as "Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry."
Mayor Mullet read a proclamation declaring September 22, 2007 as the "Mayor's Day of Concern for the
Hungry' in the City of Tukwila and encouraged all citizens to join the Emergency Feeding Program at our
food banks to nourish those who are hungry.
Mayor Mullet indicated food collection containers will be available at local grocery stores.
b. Appointment of Jeff Griffin to Position #5 on the Parks Commission; term to expire 3/31/2010.
Bruce Fletcher, Parks and Recreation Director, introduced Jeff Griffin to the Council. Mr. Griffin is married
and has 3 children, enjoys landscaping, and walking the family dog on City trails.
MOVED BY GRIFFIN, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO APPOINT JEFF GRIFFIN TO POSITION #5 ON
THE PARKS COMMISSION WITH A TERM TO EXPIRE 3/31/2010. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Chuck Parrish, 4430 South 150th Street, extended an invitation to the ribbon cutting and dedication of the
Tukwila Pond learning center at Tukwila Elementary School. The learning center boardwalk was built on
the water retention pond on the grounds of the elementary school. The project became a success due to
the hard work of multiple volunteers as well as grants from Lowe's and the Department of Ecology. The
ribbon cutting event and tour of the pond will be held on September 20, 2007 at 6:00 pm at Tukwila
Elementary School.
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CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 9/4/07 (Regular).
b. Approval of Vouchers #333903 334173 in the amount of $1,996,848.60
c. Accept as complete the 2007 Overlay Repair Program with Lakeridge Paving Company of Maple
Valley; authorize release of retainage subject to the standard claim and lien release procedures (final cost
of project, including retainage: $401,650.15).
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Public Meeting format). Forward the emergency
Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezone request submitted by the Sabey Corporation for 36.5
acres south of Boeing Field at the Associated Grocers site to the Planning Commission.
Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner, provided an overview of this issue. The Sabey Corporation has submitted
an application for a Comprehensive Plan map change and rezone from Manufacturing /Industrial Center
Heavy (MIC -H) to Light Industrial (LI) for 36.5 acres, located south of Boeing Field at the Associated
Grocers site. The applicant wants this to be considered an emergency (due to its impact on the economic
well -being of the City) and be reviewed in 2007 with the two other current applications, rather than waiting
until 2008. At this time, the Council is being asked to: (1) Consider the matter an emergency;
(2) Forward the issue to the Planning Commission for review.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO CONSIDER THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED
BY THE SABEY CORPORATION FOR A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP CHANGE AND REZONE
FROM MANUFACTURING /INDUSTRIAL CENTER HEAVY (MIC -H) TO LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (LI)
FOR 36.5 ACRES, LOCATED SOUTH OF BOEING FIELD AT THE ASSOCIATED GROCERS SITE,
AN EMERGENCY (DUE TO THE ECONOMIC WELL -BEING OF THE CITY).*
Mayor Mullet asked for comments from the public regarding this issue.
Brian Kennedy, 12802 37th Avenue South, conveyed he lives near this site and works at Associated
Grocers and considers this project an enhancement that will encourage business growth.
Anna Bernhard, 14241 59th Avenue South, commented that her observation of Sabey Corporation
buildings is that they are "beautiful."
There being no further comments, Mayor Mullet closed the public comment period on this issue.
*MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO FORWARD THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED
BY THE SABEY CORPORATION TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION "AS -IS WITH NO CHANGES"
FOR THEIR REVIEW, AND TO BE BROUGHT BACK TO THE CITY COUNCIL AT A FUTURE
MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
b. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with ESA Adolfson for an update to the Shoreline
Master Program in the amount of $35,000.00 (funds expended are to be taken from Washington
State Department of Ecology Grant).
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LINDER TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT
WITH ESA ADOLFSON FOR AN UPDATE TO THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM IN THE
AMOUNT OF $35,000.00 (FUNDS EXPENDED ARE TO BE TAKEN FROM WASHINGTON STATE
DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY GRANT). MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
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c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement with the City of SeaTac for a Cooperative
Fire Services Study (to be conducted by Emergency Services Consulting, Inc.) in an amount not to
exceed $40,000.00.
MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF SEATAC FOR A COOPERATIVE FIRE SERVICES
STUDY (TO BE CONDUCTED BY EMERGENCY SERVICES CONSULTING, INC.) IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED $40,000.00. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
d. Authorize the Mayor to expend funds for a South County Regional Jail Feasibility Study (with
the cities of Des Moines, Federal Way, and Renton) in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY LINDER TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXPEND
FUNDS FOR A SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL JAIL FEASIBILITY STUDY (WITH THE CITIES OF DES
MOINES, FEDERAL WAY, AND RENTON) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $45,000.00. MOTION
CARRIED 7 -0.
e. Authorize the Mayor to expend funds from the Police Department Seizure Account toward a
joint purchase with the Valley Special Response Team for a Lenco BearCat Armored Vehicle in an
amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXPEND
FUNDS FROM THE POLICE DEPARTMENT SEIZURE ACCOUNT TOWARD A JOINT PURCHASE
WITH THE VALLEY SPECIAL RESPONSE TEAM FOR A LENCO BEARCAT ARMORED VEHICLE IN
AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000.00. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
f. City Government Channel:
1. A resolution waiving the competitive bidding requirements and authorizing the purchase of
City Government Channel Equipment and Services from TelVue Virtual Television Networks.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE
OF CITY CHANNEL EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES FROM TELVUE VIRTUAL TELEVISION
NETWORKS.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the proposed resolution by title only.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1644.
2. Authorize the Mayor to implement Option #3 (which includes sponsorships) from TelVue Virtual
Television Networks to establish a City Government Channel with an Operations and Maintenance
cost to the City in the amount of $83.73 per month.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY CARTER TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO IMPLEMENT
OPTION #3 (WHICH INCLUDES SPONSORSHIPS) FROM TELVUE VIRTUAL TELEVISION
NETWORKS TO ESTABLISH A CITY GOVERNMENT CHANNEL WITH AN OPERATIONS AND
MAINTENANCE COST TO THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF $83.73 PER MONTH. MOTION CARRIED
7 -0.
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g. Water Use Efficiency Goals:
1. A presentation on Tukwila's water use efficiency goals and accomplishments will be provided,
as well as an opportunity for public comment.
Pat Brodin, Public Works Operations Manager, utilized a Powerpoint presentation to depict Tukwila's
water conservation goals. Mr. Brodin indicated the new State requirement (House Bill 1338) regarding
municipal water law requires establishment of water use efficiency goals. An opportunity for public
comment will be afforded after the presentation this evening.
There are 7 water use efficiency rule requirements:
1. Meter all sources and service connections
2. Data collection
3. Distribution System Leakage 10% or less
4. Conservation goal established publicly by January 22, 2008
5. Water use efficiency program: Implement or evaluate 1 -12 measures (based on connections; 12 for
Tukwila)
6. Demand forecast reflecting water use efficiency program
7. Annual performance reports
Mr. Brodin provided a summary of Tukwila's water conservation history:
Began water conservation program in mid 1980's
Comprised of regional and local programs
Regional programs have been administered by Seattle Public Utilities until 2003 and by Cascade
Water Alliance since 2004. Cascade Water Alliance is an 8- member association of cities and water
districts that works cooperatively to supply nearly 50% of the water in King County outside of Seattle.
Current program includes 12 measures, targets all sectors, targets both indoor and outdoor savings
Tukwila also works with King County Department of Natural Resources on reclaimed water
opportunities (signified by purple hydrants)
Tukwila's draft goal (based on the Cascade Water Alliance goal and program) is to save 52,000 gallons of
water per day, on an annual basis between January 1, 2008 and December 31, 2013. This is a savings
of approximately 2% of current demand.
Mr. Brodin also explained some clarifying changes made to the resolution proposed to be adopted after
the presentation and public comment period this evening.
Mayor Mullet asked for comments from the public regarding this issue.
Brian Kennedy, 12802 37th Avenue South, asked where the water comes from for washing Metro buses
and trucks at local trucking companies.
Mr. Brodin indicated the Metro south base is in a different district, and they would use potable water
sources as there is no reclaimed line in that area.
No other public comments were offered on this issue.
The Councilmembers thanked Pat Brodin for his work on water related issues in the City and for the
excellent presentation.
2. A resolution establishing water use efficiency goals and identifying proposed water use
efficiency measures to be implemented.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
ESTABLISHING WATER USE EFFICIENCY GOALS, AND IDENTIFYING PROPOSED WATER
USE EFFICIENCY MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED.
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MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the proposed resolution by title only.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1645.
Passage of this resolution fulfills the State requirement that the conservation goal be established publicly
by January 22, 2008.
h. Confirm the Tukwila Village recommended Vision Statement (which was presented at the
9/10/07 Committee of the Whole meeting) and authorize the Mayor to initiate the developer
selection process.
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator, explained that action taken this evening will not
commit the City to any contractual obligation. The Council would not be asked to approve a development
agreement or purchase and sales agreement until after the developer selection process takes place. Mr.
Speck does not anticipate that to occur before mid -2008.
Donna West, Southtowne Auto Rebuild, 14864 Tukwila International Boulevard, indicated investments
and improvements need to continue on Tukwila International Boulevard and commended the Council for
work done thus far. She commented on the impressiveness of the Burien Town Square project. She
indicated Tukwila International Boulevard is a prominent gateway to the City and has the potential for
great things and should emulate our vision for the future. She urged the Council to take positive action on
the Tukwila Village project.
Sharon Mann, 4452 South 160th, conveyed she is speaking on behalf of the Highway 99 Action
Committee. She encouraged the Council to adopt the revised vision statement and invite developers to
participate and offer incentives for owned housing rather than rentals. She suggested the verbiage for
the revised vision statement should not be changed as it casts a broad net for a variety of ideas. She
asked that the Council adopt the revised vision statement and act on it.
Ms. Mann read a letter from Pamela Bila, a citizen living on South 160th St. Ms. Bila is asking the Council
to adopt the revised vision statement for Tukwila Village. She conveyed concerns about Light Rail
bringing many new people to the area and wants to ensure that Tukwila remains a safe and viable City.
Mayor Mullet asked that the recommended vision statement be displayed on the presentation screens in
the Council Chambers. The recommended vision statement reads as follows:
Tukwila Village will be a welcoming place where all residents can gather and connect with each
other. This mixed -use development will draw upon Tukwila's strengths and include a library, a
neighborhood police resource center, retail, restaurants, public meeting space, and an outdoor
plaza. The Village may also include office, live /work, and residential space. This active, vibrant
place will set high standards for quality and foster additional neighborhood revitalization and civic
pride.
MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY LINDER THAT THE COUNCIL CONFIRM THE
RECOMMENDED VISION STATEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO INITIATE THE
DEVELOPER SELECTION PROCESS.
Councilmember Robertson asked about the possibility of separating "confirmation of the recommended
vision statement" and "authorizing the Mayor to initiate the developer selection" into 2 different motions.
Christy O'Flaherty, Deputy City Clerk, explained the motion could be separated. Mayor Mullet asked for
an informal consensus of the Council on separating the original motion into 2 different motions and
received concurrence.
*COUNCILMEMBER CARTER WITHDREW THE MOTION.
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MOVED BY CARTER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO CONFIRM THE RECOMMENDED VISION
STATEMENT FOR TUKWILA VILLAGE.
Councilmember Haggerton explained that reference to a "City Center" was a part of the vision statement
in 2001 and has not been incorporated into this statement.
Councilmember Robertson spoke against the motion referencing the phrase "residential space." Use of
the word "residential" could include apartments, and Mr. Robertson does not support additional apartment
development on the Highway. That is the only reason he is not supporting the recommended vision
statement.
*MOTION CARRIED 6 -1 WITH ROBERTSON VOTING NO.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO INITIATE THE
DEVELOPER SELECTION PROCESS WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THE INFORMATION TO BE
SENT TO THE DEVELOPERS WILL BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
BEFORE BEING SENT OUT.
Mr. Speck inquired if the Request for Proposals would need to be approved by the Council prior to public
distribution, and Councilmember Robertson responded in the affirmative.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY CARTER TO AMEND THE MAIN MOTION TO READ
"AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO INITIATE THE DEVELOPER SELECTION PROCESS" (REMOVING
THE PHRASE "WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THE INFORMATION TO BE SENT TO THE
DEVELOPERS WILL BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL BEFORE BEING
SENT OUT
Mayor Mullet commented that it is his intention to share the Request for Proposals document with the City
Council.
Councilmember Linder indicated it is important the proposal be broad enough to cast a wide net to
encourage responses from developers. She expressed concern that the Council does not typically review
Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) or Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and delays could ensue when 7
people try to agree on wording issues.
Councilmember Robertson spoke against the proposed amendment, relaying the importance of the
Council staying involved and active in the various aspects of the project (land size, costs, etc.).
Councilmember Duffie expressed support for the Council being informed and indicated there could
possibly be two new Councilmembers in 2008 that will also need to be updated.
Councilmember Hernandez spoke against the proposed amendment conveying the importance of the
Council reviewing the RFP prior to it being made public.
Councilmember Carter relayed that the administration typically administers the RFQ /RFP process and
does not recognize the need for Council's involvement in this aspect of the project.
Council President Griffin spoke in favor of the amendment and conveyed that by adopting the
recommended vision, the City has set forth what is desired in the RFQ /RFP.
Councilmember Haggerton agrees with review of the RFP prior to it being made public. Additional time
expended by the Council on the details of the proposal might eliminate some of the problems that have
been encountered in the past with the developer selection process.
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ROLL CALL VOTE ON AMENDED MOTION:
DUFFIE NO
HERNANDEZ NO
GRIFFIN YES
CARTER YES
HAGGERTON NO
LINDER YES
ROBERTSON NO
MOTION FAILED 3-4.
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator, requested clarification regarding whether both the
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP) would need to come back to the
Council. Councilmember Robertson indicated his intent is that letters sent to developers for a
qualification process do not have to come back to the Council. Mayor Mullet confirmed it would be the
RFP process that comes back before the Council.
Councilmember Hernandez expressed concern about specific details in the RFP such as how much land
would be included. Mr. Speck stated there are several issues that need to be determined prior to the final
RFP going out. He indicated an RFP guideline sheet would be compiled, and Council feedback would be
sought prior to completion of the final document.
*MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 ON MAIN MOTION.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Mullet had no report.
b. Council
Councilmember Hernandez offered a reminder of the re- opening of the Yamada Teriyaki restaurant at
345 Andover Park East on September 21, 2007 at 1:30 pm.
Council President Griffin reported there are currently no business items for the September 24, 2007
Committee of the Whole meeting. There is a possibility the meeting will be cancelled if no items come
forward before the deadline of noon on September 19, 2007.
Councilmember Carter attended the September 11, 2007 Highway 99 Action Committee meeting. The
total weight of the debris picked up along the Highway weighed in at over 22,000 pounds. She also
attended the September 12, 2007 Regional Readiness meeting for local elected officials and Suburban
Cities PIC meeting. Ms. Carter also participated in the September 13, 2007 Transportation Policy Board
Meeting and Destination 2030 work group. On September 14, 2007 she attended the Chamber of
Commerce luncheon and the City of Tukwila Volunteer Appreciation picnic. She attended the September
Health Fair event at the Community Center on September 15, 2007. Councilmember Carter reported that
Highline Community College is increasing its ESL classes for adults, and they are conducted at Tukwila
area schools. She also attended the bike riding event in Tukwila on Sunday, September 16, 2007.
Councilmember Haggerton referenced recent information in the news regarding Cascade Water Alliance
and Lake Tapps and the cities of Auburn, Bonney Lake and Sumner. Cascade Water Alliance is honoring
its exclusive negotiating agreement with Puget Sound Energy regarding this issue. He will keep the
Council informed as information becomes available.
Councilmember Linder reported on an in -home burglary in the Duwamish area on September 10, 2007 at
approximately 10:30 am. The family members at the affected residence were not home except for the
grandmother. She is of Russian descent and struggled with making the 9 -1 -1 call. The citizens in the
neighborhood participate in email communications regarding neighborhood concerns, and in a very short
time period, citizens became alerted. Officer Mike Murphy of the Tukwila Police Department arrived on-
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scene and provided valuable assistance. He conveyed that the Valley Communications Center (where
local 9 -1 -1 calls go to) has interpreters available and that a person can make a statement such as
"Russian Interpreter" to the dispatcher. An interpreter will then be available on the phone to provide
assistance to the caller. Ms. Linder commended Officer Murphy for the valuable assistance he provided
regarding this incident.
Councilmember Robertson attended the Regional Readiness meeting on September 12, 2007. One of
the topics discussed was evacuation planning and the associated challenges. He referenced the website
http: /www.rpin.org as a resource for regional public information and breaking news regarding emergency
situations. He indicated Tukwila could submit reports to be included on the site, and it is possible to
register and receive emails regarding emergency related issues.
c. Staff
There was no report.
d. City Attorney
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, reported on litigation involving the City of Pasco and a 10 -year
legal matter involving apartment regulations. The City will be allowed to require landlords to get a rental
license or business license and a certificate of habitability or inspection. While the City can offer their
services to inspect the premises, the apartment owner may seek a third party (architect, engineer, etc.) to
provide the inspection and sign the certificate.
e. Intergovernmental
The Council Analyst was not in attendance.
MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Haggerton relayed an incident wherein the entry of Federal ID numbers beginning with 9-
1-1 into their telephone (for his wife's tax return work) resulted in police coming to their home. While
entering the numbers during a tax preparation phone call, a 9 -1 -1 dispatcher came on the line and asked
the nature of the emergency. Even though it was explained there was "no emergency," officers were
dispatched to their home. The officers indicated they have to respond in the event this was a domestic
violence related issue.
ADJOURNMENT
9:22 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Steven M. Mullet, Mayor
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Christy O'Flahty, Deputy City Clerk
,APPROVED BY TI CITY COUNCIL: 10/08/2007