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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-02-02 Regular MinutesCALL TO ORDER /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL Mayor Haggerton called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, called the roll of the Council. Present were Councilmembers Joe Duffie, Joan Hernandez, Pam Linder, Dennis Robertson, Verna Griffin, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn. CITY OFFICIALS Jim Haggerton, Mayor; Rhonda Berry, City Administrator; Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney; Shawn Hunstock, Finance Director; Jim Morrow, Public Works Director; David Haynes, Police Chief; Mary Miotke, Information Technology Director; Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Tukwila City Council City Hall Council Chambers MINUTES Regular Meeting February 2, 2009 7:00 P.M. Community Oriented Policing Citizens' Advisory Board COPCAB) awards to a citizen and a Police Department employee, to include an overview of 2008 activities. Lynn Churchill, COPCAB member, came forward and explained that each year COPCAB nominates two individuals, one from the community and one from the police department, for their extraordinary performance in serving the community. The Citizen's Award is being given to Donna West for her involvement with the Highway 99 Action Committee, as well as with COPCAB. Ms. Churchill stated that individuals like Donna West provide the basis upon which partnerships and problem solving start. Ms. West was not present due to illness, and Police Chief, David Haynes, accepted the award on her behalf. Councilmember Duffie indicated he attended the Citizen's Academy with Donna, and has enjoyed working with her. Councilmember Linder stated, although Ms. West lives in SeaTac, she has adopted Tukwila and been involved for 14 years. She is an excellent choice for this award. Council President Hernandez asked for her congratulations to be passed on to Donna West, who is very deserving of this award, and is affectionately known as the "Trash Queen" for her work toward cleaning up trash along Highway 99. Councilmember Hougardy conveyed her warm thoughts and thanks for all that Donna West has done. Councilmember Quinn thanked COPCAB for giving the award to Donna West, who is a great example for the Tukwila community. Mayor Haggerton asked Ms. Churchill and Chief Haynes to convey wishes from the City to Ms. West for a speedy recovery and congratulations on receipt of this award. Ms. Churchill asked members of the Police Department to come forward to receive the award for outstanding performance last year in making Tukwila a safe and healthy place to live. She cited their diligent work, outstanding responses to emergencies, and their highly professional conduct. The Mayor's office received numerous phone calls and emails in recognition of the Police Department's quick response to the November 22, 2008 incident at the mall. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 2, 2009 Page 2 of 7 Dennis McComber, Tukwila Police Department, accepted the award. He thanked the COPCAB Committee and indicated that the recognition belongs to the men and women of the department. Councilmember Duffie indicated it takes special people to work in the Police Department, who risk their lives daily for the citizens of Tukwila. The same is true of the Fire Department and those in military service. Councilmember Linder indicated she sent an email to the Chief and Mayor expressing her pride in the wonderful job the Police Department did on November 22, 2008. Council President Hernandez stated she has great admiration and respect for the Police Department and thanked them for their service. She enjoyed the Citizens' Academy and hopes it will continue. Councilmember Robertson thanked the Police staff for a job well done. Councilmember Griffin stated the Police Department does an amazing job and formally expressed her appreciation for the work performed. Councilmember Hougardy stated "Thank you and keep up good work." Councilmember Quinn thanked the Police Department for their service and, in particular, their body of work. Mayor Haggerton stated it is the intent of Administration to keep all employees busy in their work; however, he would never want the Police Department to repeat 2008. It was a challenging year and he thanked them for their service. CITIZEN COMMENTS There were no citizen comments. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approval of Minutes: 1/5/09 (Regular) b. Approval of Vouchers #344665- #344829 in the amount of $361,099.22 c. Accept as complete the 2008 Overlay and Repair Program with Watson Asphalt, Contract #08 -078; authorize release of retainage, subject to the standard claim and lien release procedures (final cost of project, including retainage: $690,996.40). MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. BID AWARDS a. Award a contract to Precision Earthworks, Inc. for the Foster Golf Links Reclaimed Water Pipeline Extension project in the amount of $103,385.41. MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO PRECISION EARTHWORKS, INC. FOR THE FOSTER GOLF LINKS RECLAIMED WATER PIPELINE EXTENSION PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $103,385.41. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. b. Award a contract to Pacific NW Earthworks, LLC for the Tukwila Village Northfield Car Wash Demolition in the amount of $35,109.34. MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO PACIFIC NW EARTHWORKS, LLC FOR THE TUKWILA VILLAGE NORTHFIELD CAR WASH DEMOLITION IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,109.34. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 2, 2009 Page 3 of 7 UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. A resolution establishing a City Clerk's Office change fund level. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING A CITY CLERK'S OFFICE CHANGE FUND LEVEL; AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 1664. MOVED BY LINDER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LINDER THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1676. b. A resolution supporting the continuation of the South County Area Transportation Board (SCATBd) and authorizing the Mayor to sign the 2009 -2012 Interlocal Agreement. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, SUPPORTING THE CONTINUATION OF THE SOUTH COUNTY AREA TRANSPORTATION BOARD (SCATBD) AS THE SOUTH KING COUNTY FORUM FOR INFORMATION SHARING, CONSENSUS BUILDING AND COORDINATING TO PROVIDE ADVICE ON REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION ISSUES AND APPROVE CONTINUED PARTICIPATION BY THE CITY OF TUKWILA; AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY QUINN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1677. c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with Harris Associates for construction management services for Tukwila International Boulevard Phase II and III in the amount of $1,275,049.00. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH HARRIS ASSOCIATES FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD PHASE II AND III IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,275,049.00.* Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, referenced comments at last week's meeting from Systems Consulting. He indicated the State Department of Transportation reviewed files and found no errors. They have given the opinion the issue is between Systems Consulting and Harris Associates Shelley Kerslake, City Attorney, stated they reviewed the complaint by Systems Consulting and found there were no irregularities in the City's process. State Law allows for substitution of subcontractors in certain circumstances. The City received a bid protest today from Systems Consulting. The City has no bid protest process applicable to this situation. The only recourse available would be that of Superior Court. The City has received no injunctions and, therefore, there is no impediment to the City awarding the bid tonight. Councilmember Duffie inquired how long the complainant has before they can file. Ms. Kerslake stated they would have needed to be filed before the City awarded the bid. It is too late for them to file. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 2, 2009 Page 4 of 7 Mayor Haggerton stated a formal protest was received this afternoon; the City has no legal obligation in this matter. *MOTION CARRIED 6 -1, WITH DUFFIE VOTING NO. d. Authorize the Mayor to sign Supplement #7 to Contract #02 -108 with KPG, Inc. for construction management support for Tukwila International Boulevard Phase II and III in the amount of $385,000.00. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN SUPPLEMENT #7 TO CONTRACT #02 -108 WITH KPG, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD PHASE II AND III IN THE AMOUNT OF $385,000.00. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. e. Authorize the purchase of a mobile field trailer for Tukwila International Boulevard Phase II and III in the amount of $30,000.00. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A MOBILE FIELD TRAILER FOR TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD PHASE II AND III IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000.00.* Jim Morrow, Public Works Director, explained that trailers are leased for construction management purposes for City projects. The purchase of this trailer will alleviate the need to pay leasing fees, and it will pay for itself in 5 years. The life expectancy of the trailer is 15 years, representing a 10 -year cost savings to the City. This trailer can also be used as a command post in emergency management situations. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. f. A resolution fixing the time for a public hearing for vacation of right -of -way, dedicated for street purposes, along 13911 Tukwila International Boulevard. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, FIXING THE TIME FOR A PUBLIC HEARING FOR VACATION OF RIGHT -OF -WAY WITHIN THE CITY OF TUKWILA DEDICATED FOR STREET PURPOSES, GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS APPROXIMATELY 128 FEET BY 10 FEET ALONG 13911 TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD. MOVED BY QUINN, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, 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 1678. g. A resolution adopting a legislative agenda for use in the 2009 Washington State Legislative Session. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING A LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR USE IN THE 2009 WASHINGTON STATE LEGISLATIVE SESSION. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed resolution by title only. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 2, 2009 Page 5 of 7 MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE PROPOSED RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Councilmember Robertson indicated enhancement of funding for human services was previously discussed, and he suggested deletion of the phrase "through consistent review of regional, state, and federal budgets affecting such services." His concern is those words tell state legislators that Tukwila will be doing a consistent review of their budget. He suggested the wording of that section of Attachment A of the resolution be re- written to convey that the Tukwila City Council is committed to continue funding of human services programs, including cost of living increases. Kimberly Matej, Council Analyst, stated she would work on modifying the paragraph regarding Enhancement of Human Services in Attachment A of the resolution. MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY GRIFFIN TO AMEND ATTACHMENT A AS IT RELATES TO ENHANCEMENT OF FUNDING FOR HUMAN SERVICES BASED ON THIS EVENING'S DISCUSSION. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. *MOTION CARRIED 7 -0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NUMBER 1679. AS AMENDED. NEW BUSINESS An ordinance granting a cable television system franchise extension to Comcast of Washington IV, Inc. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1688, SECTION 2, LENGTH OF FRANCHISE, TO GRANT A CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEM FRANCHISE EXTENSION TO COMCAST OF WASHINGTON IV, INCORPORATED; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY DUFFIE THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY LINDER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0 TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2224. REPORTS a. Mayor Mayor Haggerton stated he met with Shaunta Hyde, government representative from the Boeing Company. They have relocated to offices near the commuter rail station. Previous office buildings are being converted into production facilities, bringing more work into the area. There is still concern about the commuter rail station and the extension of Strander Boulevard. Ms. Hyde advised the Mayor the Boeing Company fully supports the City's Shoreline Master Plan. Mayor Haggerton stated the City of Renton will be the primary contact for the SCORE jail project. The next SCORE meeting is scheduled for February 25, 2009. By that time, all cities will have approved the agreement. The Board of Directors and an interim Chief Executive Officer will be selected at that meeting. In relation to the Tukwila South Project, the Mayor stated they were in receipt of a letter, dated January 29, 2009, from the Transportation Improvement Board (TIB). The TIB lost $10 million per year from forecasted revenue and has to reduce their project inventory for 2009. The Southcenter Parkway Extension project was listed as an item to be delayed under Group Three (deferred to 2010 or later). The City has the right to submit a letter and to appear at the TIB Board Meeting on September 24, 2009. The City intends to submit a letter by March 1, 2009. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 2, 2009 Page 6 of 7 b. City Council Council President Hernandez attended the Sound Transit Open House on January 29, 2009, which mainly addressed environmental assessment under the National Environmental Policy Act. She was advised that concern regarding design of the station would require a separate hearing. She suggested the City remain heavily involved in this issue. It was requested that Sound Transit make a presentation to Tukwila when they are ready to release the design. On January 29, 2009, Ms. Hernandez also attended the Joint Planning Commission Meeting regarding the Sign Code. Council President Hernandez attended the Affordable Housing Advisory Board meeting on January 30, 2009. The report at this meeting was sobering as it focused on legislation and proposed budget reductions. One of the items stated that all new budget proposals must be connected to jobs. Restructuring of the Affordable Housing Advisory Board, and other budget reductions are possible due to funding restrictions. Mayor Haggerton commented that Tukwila International Boulevard funding is $5 million. Councilmember Quinn attended the Joint Council and Planning Commission Meeting on January 29, 2009 and stated his appreciation of the work Councilmembers Griffin and Linder put into the Sign Code. Mr. Quinn conveyed that Tukwila is a wonderful place to live, and he appreciates the continued support. c. Staff There was no report. d. City Attorney There was no report. e. Intergovernmental There was no report. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Robertson explained his basis for requesting reports regarding the Tukwila South Project. The topics are complicated. He has studied the City budget, and still would like a list of what is meant by expenses and revenues that are included and not included. He also requested a list of the property being exchanged. Councilmember Robertson further stated that the transportation section goes on for seven pages and is not yet complete. Lastly, he is requesting a report on vesting of development regulations. In summary, he has many questions regarding the complexities of this contract. Councilmember Linder agreed that information is needed in order to make a sound decision. Council President Hernandez indicated this topic is being considered for inclusion on the retreat agenda. Councilmember Robertson indicated he wanted to explain his needs at this meeting and asked if the rest of the Council also needed more information to make a decision. Councilmember Griffin stated there is a great deal of material to digest, and she would like as much information ahead of time as possible. Councilmember Quinn relayed that as a new Councilmember, he missed some of the information and discussion. Understanding the totality of the agreement is key to making an informed decision. Tukwila City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 2, 2009 Page 7 of 7 Mayor Haggerton stated there are actually two separate issues. One issue concerns a Councilmember requesting information, which is why Council President Hernandez suggested bringing this issue to the retreat. The second topic is the Tukwila South Project itself. Mayor Haggerton explained he would like to ensure that all information provided by staff is also given to all seven Councilmembers. There is no plan to rush it past the Council. Plans are still in development, and the issue will be discussed thoroughly before it formally comes before the Council. ADJOURNMENT 8:16 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. Jim Haggerton, Mayor Minutes preparedC'y Lady of Inc. Reviewed by Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk 1 APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 3/2/2009