HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-02-04 Regular MinutesTUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
February 4, 2008 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers City Hall
EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:30 7:00 p.m.
Pending Litigation; pursuant to RCW 42180.110(1)(i)
Executive Session Start: 6:30 p.m.
Executive Session End: 6:48 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Jim Haggerton called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:04 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:
Council President Joe Duffie, Councilmembers Joan Hernandez, Pam Linder, Dennis Robertson, Verna
Griffin, Kathy Hougardy, and De'Sean Quinn.
CITY OFFICIALS
Jim Haggerton, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney; Jim
Morrow, Public Works Director; Nick Olivas, Fire Chief; Derek Speck, Economic Development
Administrator; Bruce Fletcher, Parks and Recreation Director; Evelyn Boykan, Human Services Manager;
Kimberly Walden, Municipal Court Judge; Trish Kinlow, Court Administrator; Mary Miotke, IT Manager;
Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, Deputy City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
State of the Tukwila Municipal Court; Judge Kimberly Walden
Judge Kimberly Walden; Trish Kinlow, Court Administrator; Mindy Breiner, Probation Officer; and Kerry
Carlson, Jail Alternative Specialist, provided an overview of the 2007 accomplishments of the Court as
well as goals for 2008. A Powerpoint presentation was utilized to illustrate the types of activity that come
through the Municipal Court.
Case Filings:
Criminal Non Traffic case filings such as theft and shoplifting, prostitution related offenses, and domestic
violence
Criminal Traffic case filings such as Driving Under the Influence (DUIs)
Infractions for Traffic issues such as moving violations
Infractions for Non Traffic issues such as Code Enforcement and Fire Department citations
Parking Infractions
Probation:
Candidates for probation are those individuals who require long -term treatment for problems involving
alcohol or drug issues, mental health concerns, sexual deviancy, etc. People are selected who are willing
to be monitored and are not chronic or repeat offenders.
In 2007, 129 new accounts were set up for individuals who require probation, and a total of 300 people
were supervised through the Court.
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Jail Alternatives Program:
Defendants ordered to serve jail time may apply for a voluntary alternative.
The cost is a $25 application fee and a $10 daily cost; fees may be waived if indigent. There are 3
prongs to the program:
Community Work Alternative: 7 hours 1 day of service; 1 day of service 2 days of jail time.
Day Reporting: Defendants remain in courtroom (on Fridays) and watch educational videos /classes;
2 days of Day Reporting 3 days of jail time.
Pre -Trial Electronic Home Monitoring: Monitors electronic home monitors, alcohol testing or
combination of both. City is billed only if equipment is in use.
Financial:
The total remittance for the Court in 2007 was $585,300, with revenue retained in the amount of
$358,200. This represents an increase of $34,000 from the prior year.
Major 2007 accomplishments include successful Jail Alternatives Program, increased cost recoupment,
debit/credit card online payments, "lunch court' for traffic infractions, team training, continued work with
schools, and interpreter services.
In 2008 the court staff intends to expand on the Jail Alternatives Program, conduct long -range planning
for increase in local schools' participation, include computers in the courtroom, and provide professional
development training.
The Councilmembers asked questions of the court staff regarding various aspects of the presentation.
They also complimented the Judge and the entire staff for the enthusiastic and excellent job performance.
Tukwila Library Advisory Board Annual Report; Sharon Kidd, Chairperson
Sharon Kidd, Chairperson, and Marie Parrish, Board Member, provided an overview of the work of the
Tukwila Library Advisory Board for the past year.
The Board held a community meeting in May of 2007 and received feedback regarding use of the Tukwila
Library. Comments from the meeting referenced the need for a greater selection of adult books and
programs as well as an explanation on how to order books. There was also desire expressed to change
the hours on the weekend to facilitate greater usage; include after school programs for teens and
elementary students; and for book discussion groups, ESL activities, computer classes, historical society
activities, and to acquire new releases for adults.
The Tukwila Library Advisory Board will be conducting a Centennial event, which will involve citizens and
library patrons keeping track of the number of books they have read over the year. Receptacles will be
placed at the library and in City facilities to track the progress, and drawings and prizes will be offered.
The Councilmembers asked questions and exchanged comments regarding varied parts of the
presentation. They thanked Ms. Parrish and Ms. Kidd (who serves on 2 City Committees) for the valuable
contributions they provide to the citizens of Tukwila.
Anna Bernhard, 14241 59th Avenue South, indicated she has been going to the Tukwila Library for 40
years. In her view, it is "dead" to anyone who wants to read a good book. The adult section is a wall of
old cookbooks and "how to" books, and she finds the selection at Foster Library to be inadequate as well.
PROCLAMATIONS /APPOINTMENTS
Arts Commission:
Reappoint Bill Gorjance to Pos. #2, with a term ending 12/31/11.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO REAPPOINT BILL GORJANCE TO POSITION
#2 ON THE ARTS COMMISSION, WITH A TERM ENDING 12/31/2011. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
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Civil Service Commission:
Reappoint Carol Zuvela to Pos. #3, with a term ending 12/31/13.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LINDER TO REAPPOINT CAROL ZUVELA TO POSITION #3
ON THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, WITH A TERM ENDING 12/31/2013. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Human Services Advisory Board:
Appoint Patricia Perry to Pos. #3, with a term ending 4/30/09.
MOVED BY GRIFFIN, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO APPOINT PATRICIA PERRY TO POSITION
#3 ON THE HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD, WITH A TERM ENDING 04/30/2009. MOTION
CARRIED 7 -0.
Reappoint Sharon Kidd to Pos. #5, with a term ending 4/30/11.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO REAPPOINT SHARON KIDD TO POSITION
#5 ON THE HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD, WITH A TERM ENDING 4/30/2011. MOTION
CARRIED 7 -0.
Appoint Linda Weedman to Pos. #6, with a term ending 4/30/11.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO APPOINT LINDA WEEDMAN TO POSITION
#6 ON THE HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD, WITH A TERM ENDING 4/30/2011. MOTION
CARRIED 7 -0.
Library Advisory Board:
Reappoint Marie Parrish to Pos. #3, with a term ending 12/31/09.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO REAPPOINT MARIE PARRISH TO POSITION
#3 ON THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD, WITH A TERM ENDING 12/31/2009. MOTION CARRIED
7 -0.
The Mayor and Councilmembers expressed thanks and appreciation to the boards and commissioners for
the valuable work they provide to the Tukwila community.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Brian Kennedy, 12802 37th Avenue South, inquired as to the status of the car wash on Tukwila
International Boulevard.
Mayor Haggerton indicated a full update on the issue will be provided at the upcoming Tukwila
Governmental Affairs Committee meeting. The Council Analyst can also be contacted this week for
further information.
Mary Koontz, 13802 Military Road South, referenced a Highline Times article regarding the opening of a
Mosque on Tukwila International Boulevard. She commented on the amount of foot traffic, parking
problems and congestion in the area of a similar facility and hopes these issues can be prevented in
Tukwila.
Councilmember Robertson indicated the permitting procedure has been started on this facility that will
need to follow due process. Some members of the Tukwila City Council have met with members of the
Somali community, who have become involved in the Highway 99 Action Committee and related cleanup
efforts along Military Road.
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CONSENT AGENDA
a. Approval of Minutes: 1/22/08 (Regular); 1/28/08 (Special)
b. Approval of Vouchers #336961- #337113 in the amount of $370,125.53
c. Accept as complete the 2007 Small Drainage Program with Road Construction Northwest; authorize
release of retainage, subject to the standard claim and lien release procedures (final cost of project,
including retainage: $579,477.81).
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
BID AWARDS
Authorize the Mayor to award a contract to Lakeridge Paving Company for the Interurban Avenue
Pavement Repair project in the amount of $28,574.00.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO AWARD A
CONTRACT TO LAKERIDGE PAVING COMPANY FOR THE INTERURBAN AVENUE PAVEMENT
REPAIR PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $28,574.00. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Authorize the Mayor to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the cities of SeaTac and Des
Moines for the implementation of a Minor Home Repair Program with the use of Federal
Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $72,132.00.
MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY LINDER TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO
AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITIES OF SEATAC AND DES MOINES FOR THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF A MINOR HOME REPAIR PROGRAM WITH THE USE OF FEDERAL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $72,132.00. MOTION
CARRIED 7 -0.
b. Authorize the Mayor to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Kent for the
provision of tourism and marketing services by Seattle Southside Visitor Services (the City of
Kent shall pay $120,000.00 per year).
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO
AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF KENT FOR THE PROVISION OF TOURISM AND
MARKETING SERVICES BY SEATTLE SOUTHSIDE VISITOR SERVICES (THE CITY OF KENT
SHALL PAY $120,000.00 PER YEAR). MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
c. A resolution calling for the creation of a Sign Code Advisory Committee.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
CALLING FOR THE CREATION OF A SIGN CODE ADVISORY COMMITTEE, AND CALLING
FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN THE CREATION OF A NEW SIGN CODE FOR THE CITY.
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 HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY LINDER THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1656.
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d. An ordinance adopting the 2008 edition of the Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge and
Municipal Construction.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING TMC 16.34, ADOPTING THE 2008 EDITION OF THE STANDARD
SPECIFICATIONS FOR ROAD, BRIDGE AND MUNICIPAL CONSTRUCTION; SETTING
NUMBER OF COPIES TO BE HELD FOR PUBLIC REVIEW; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.
2113; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED
AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2193.
e. An ordinance providing for Highway Access Management, Access Permits and Administrative
Process.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
PROVIDING FOR HIGHWAY ACCESS MANAGEMENT, ACCESS PERMITS AND
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS, PURSUANT TO RCW 47.50; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2194.
f. An ordinance amending Tukwila Municipal Code 8.30.010, "Assault and Other Crimes Involving
Physical Harm," to include the adoption of RCW 9.61.260, relating to cyberstalking.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 8.30.010, "ASSAULT AND OTHER
CRIMES INVOLVING PHYSICAL HARM 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 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LINDER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED
AS READ.*
Peter Beckwith, explained the maximum sentence for this crime is one year in jail or a $5,000 fine.
Multiple factors may be considered in what the Judge renders as a sentence, such as prior criminal
history.
*MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2195.
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g. An ordinance amending Tukwila Municipal Code 8.40.040, "Trespass and Related Crimes," to
include the adoption of RCW 9A.56.063, related to the making or possession of motor vehicle theft
tools.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 8.40.040, "TRESPASS AND RELATED
CRIMES," TO INCLUDE THE ADOPTION OF RCW 9A.56.063, RELATING TO THE MAKING
OR POSSESSING OF MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT TOOLS; 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 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2196.
h. An ordinance amending Tukwila Municipal Code Section 7.04 regarding the appeal of a
dangerous or potentially- dangerous dog designation.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2011, AS CODIFIED AT SECTIONS 7.04.090 AND 7.04.100 OF
THE TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE, REGARDING THE APPEAL OF A DANGEROUS OR
POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS DOG DESIGNATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY LINDER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Peter Beckwith, Assistant City Attorney, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2197.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Haggerton attended the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Conference on January 30 -31,
2008 in Olympia. One of the bills the City will be watching is House Bill 2969, which would mandate that
if a county or city -owned bridge has a Sufficiency Rating below 10, the owner (within 6 months from the
date of the most recent inspection) shall begin to repair, rehabilitate, or replace the subject bridge. There
would also be a requirement that 50% of the cost be set aside in a dedicated account.
Senator Prentice, Chairperson of the Ways and Means Committee, sponsored Senate Bill 6767 regarding
a Public Facilities District (PFD) in Tukwila for operation of Fort Dent Park by Starfire Sports. Mayor
Haggerton testified in favor of that bill on January 30, 2008. The Mayor reported that the date of July,
2008 referenced in the bill does not appear to be associated with a construction start time.
There is also action being taken by Governor Gregoire to require the taping of executive sessions by local
governments. While that would be prohibitive for Tukwila, the City will continue to watch the progress of
this bill.
Mayor Haggerton expressed thanks to the committee that put together the recent Tukwila employee
banquet. The event was a great success.
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b. Council
Councilmember Hernandez attended the AWC Conference in Olympia January 30 -31, 2008. She
complimented Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst, for the excellent job in preparing materials for the Council
to utilize during the event. She participated in the AWC Housing Policy Committee meeting while in
attendance at the AWC Conference. Ms. Hernandez attended the February 1, 2008 Tukwila employee
banquet and offered congratulations to Pat Brodin, Public Works Maintenance and Operations
Superintendent, on receiving the Excellence in Action award.
Councilmember Linder attended the Backyard Wildlife Fair Committee meeting on January 30, 2008. The
event is set for May 10, 2008 and will involve garden tours. Anyone who may be interested in making a
garden available for the event can contact Councilmember Linder. She commented on how quickly a
recycling program was recently implemented at the Community Center. She commended Rebecca Fox,
Senior Planner, and staff from the Parks and Recreation Department for their teamwork.
Council President Duffie also attended the Tukwila employee banquet on February 1, 2008. He invited
everyone to come to Tukwila Elementary School on February 7, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. and visit with a
delegation from Russia.
Councilmember Robertson complimented Mayor Haggerton on the way in which he presented testimony
in Olympia regarding SB 6767 (Tukwila PFD). He asked the Assistant City Attorney to provide copies of
the agreement regarding the South Park Bridge to the City Council. Councilmember Robertson
referenced a recent newscast focusing on the City of Bellevue's inclusion of CrimeWeb software on their
website. He would like to see something similar in Tukwila and asked for a status report on the
implementation of the crime statistics software that had been discussed late last year.
Rhonda Berry, City Administrator, indicated she would discuss the issue with the Police Chief and work
toward scheduling an update to the Council on the matter.
Councilmember Griffin attended the Utilities Committee meeting this evening prior to the Regular Meeting.
The City is hiring a consultant to determine the best solution for an updated phone system.
Councilmember Hougardy attended the AWC Conference in Olympia January 30 -31, 2008. She reported
there will be an historical homes tour in Tukwila later this year. Anyone interested in participating should
contact Councilmember Hougardy. In reference to the crime statistics information, she conveyed the
need for citizens to engage in Blockwatch programs.
Councilmember Quinn expressed deference toward the recent Tukwila City Council candidate interview
process and, in particular, the excellent candidates who participated. He found it to be an invaluable
experience. On February 4, 2008 he was a speaker in Olympia for African American Legislative Day. Mr.
Quinn also attended the Tukwila employee banquet and found it to be an exceptional event.
c. Staff
There was no report.
d. City Attorney
There was no report.
e. Intergovernmental
There was no report.
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ADJOURNMENT
8:49 pm. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0.
Christy O'Flah 1, Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 2/19/2008