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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-10-22 Transportation Minutes City of Tukwila Transportation Committee TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes October 22, 2007- 5:00 p.m. Conference Room #5 PRESENT Councilmembers: Staff: Guests: Pam Carter, Chair; Pam Linder and Joe Duffie Jim Morrow, Pat Brodin, Bob Giberson, Gail Labanara, Ryan Larson, Dave McPherson, Rhonda Berry, Kevin Fuhrer, Jon Harrison and Minnie Dhaliwal Jerry Erskine, Sylvia Erskine, Robert Schroeder, Gary Singh, Vijay Prasher, Trung Pham and Hung (John) Hoang CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair Carter called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m. Item B was discussedfirst, as not all LID property owners were present. I. PRESENTATIONS: No Presentations. II. BUSINESS AGENDA: A. 54th Ave Sf S 142nd St Local Improvement District (LID) - Request for Formation Jim gave a brief review of the history of this LID petition. The 2006 estimated costs were $2.4 million and with 22 parcels that benefit from the improvements, each parcel would have $110,385 assessed or approximately $11,000 owed each year for 10 years. Jim would like to get an updated cost estimate and new appraisals for the parcels to show the current costs and that the value will go up and warrant forming the LID. Some property owners are not in favor of the LID. Mr. John Hoang owns 2 parcels (No.6 & 7) and can not afford the estimated $22,000 a year LID assessment for the two parcels. He believes that the City will benefit by increased property taxes from the new houses and feels that the City should pay for a portion of the improvements. He wants to stay in his house but would be forced to sell his property in order to pay for the LID assessment. Mr. Trung Pham (No.4 & 5) also feels that the City should pay a portion ofthe improvements as the City gets a benefit. Mr. Robert Schroeder (No. 16) agrees with the first two owners and wanted to know the timeline of the project. Jim stated that it would be 6-9 months to design, and another year to construct, so approximately 2 years. Robert stated that if construction costs are increasing 12% every year, he is concerned that the escalating costs would not compensate for the difference in value. Jim stated that if the new cost estimates show this, then the LID would not be approved. Mr. Jerry Erskine (No.1) has only a back portion of his property included in the LID. This "buildable lot" includes part of his house and deck and he has no plans to develop this land. There is also an issue that if a new road is put in, there will be a significant grade issue and there will have to be a 10-12 foot bulkhead at his lot. He feels that there would be no advantage to him for this and he cannot afford the LID. Mr. Gary Singh (No. 11-15, 17, & 18-22) stated that he would like all of us to consider the positives to the City and that the City should not want to stop development. Mr. Singh stated that there are always drawbacks to any project but that this would be a beautiful new street. Mr. Singh feels that the property values will increase dramatically and if we increase construction costs by 12%, then property values should also be increased 12%. If the LID is not approved, there is a potential that houses will be built behind existing homes and that would be bad for Tukwila. Mr. Singh stated that the majority of property Transportation Committee Minutes October 22, 2007 - Paae 2 owners have signed the 2 separate LID petitions and that the LID should be formed. Mr. Singh also thought that City staff could do some of the design work and save at least 10-15% of the overall costs. Mr. Vijay Prasher (Lot #8 & 9) agrees with Mr. Singh in that this would be the City's investment for a nice street and that the City should pay for some of the costs. Pam C. asked about low-income assistance and there is a four-year deferral. Pam L. would like the LID process brought to the Council retreat for a complete education on LIDs. Undergrounding was discussed and had been waived for this project, as the costs would be excessive. Pam L. wanted to know if the LID parcels could be reconfigured so that those owners that do not want to be part of the LID do not have to be included. There was the question that if 60% of the owners sign the petition, is the City required to form a LID. Jim answered that the LID is not required. The other options for developing these parcels are for one property owner to pay the entire project cost and the City creates a latecomer's agreement. Jim summarized that this item will be brought to COW (now on December 10 as Jim will be on vacation). The issues will be if there is enough interest to proceed for the LID formation and authorize an updated cost estimate and valuation benefits analysis. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO DECEMBER 10 COW. B. Federal Flood Map Update Jim M reported that with the recertification of Levee 205, which protects the Urban Center and runs from S 196th to 1-405, there are minor revisions to the flood maps in Tukwila. If there is development within the flood zone, an applicant is required to raise the building I-foot above flood elevation and must purchase flood insurance. FEMA's new map gives a 90-day comment period and we will have some minor changes to the maps. The main purpose of tonight's presentation is to inform Council of the changes and that FEMA will soon be holding public hearings. Since the 205 Levee has been recertified, Jim M reported that the City has to work with three government agencies; the Dept of Ecology, the Corp of Engineers and King County Flood Control District, and they don't always agree as to what the best method is for maintenance of the levee. There was some discussion on the land south of S 180th St and if the flood maps effect the Southcenter Pkwy Extension Project. Jim stated that the updated maps have no effect on the road project. Ryan stated that the maps will be available online and we will be able to overlay them onto our GIS system so permit review will be much easier. INFORMATION ONLY. C. 2008 Proposed Budget and CIP Review Committee reviewed the Budget and CIP pages as outlined below. There were no major recommended changes. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO OCTOBER 22 COW FOR BUDGET DISCUSSION. REVIEW BUDGET CIP COMPLETE PAGES PAGES Public Works General 117-136 Reviewed at TC 10/8/07 Street Fund 103 138-139 Reviewed at TC 10/8/07 Bridges 140-142 Reviewed at TC 10/8/07 Arterial Street 104 140-142 Reviewed at TC 10/8/07 Attachment A --- VII-IX Attachment B --- X m. ANNOUNCEMENTS - No announcements. IV. MISCELLANEOUS - Meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m. Next meeting: Monday, November 26,2007 - 5:00 p.m. - Conference Room #1 p(J. Committee Chair Approval }vIinutes by GL.