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City Hall Council Chambers
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
Regular Meeting
August 5, 2013— 7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE /ROLL CALL
Mayor Haggerton called the Regular Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order at 7:04 p.m., and Joyce
Trantina, Mayor's Office, sang the National Anthem. The Mayor then 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,
Dennis Robertson, Allan Ekberg, Kathy Hougardy, Verna Seal, and Kate Kruller.
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBER QUINN FROM THE
MEETING. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
CITY OFFICIALS
Jim Haggerton, Mayor; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney; Joyce
Trantina, Project Analyst; Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director; Jack Pace, Community Development
Director; Bob Giberson, Public Works Director; Chris Flores, Acting Fire Chief; Mike Villa, Police Chief;
Bruce Linton, Assistant Police Chief; Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator; Mary Miotke,
IT Director; Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst; Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
a. Contest winners for Night Out Against Crime posters. Wendy Butterworth, Tukwila Police
Department.
Mike Villa, Police Chief, introduced Wendy Butterworth, Police Records Specialist and member of the
Community Relations Committee. Ms. Butterworth was recently the recipient of an award from the
Community Oriented Policing Citizens Advisory Board.
Ms. Butterworth relayed that the goal of the Community Relations Committee is to reach out to people of
all ages to foster a collaborative effort to create a safe environment for everyone in Tukwila. This year,
the theme for the 2nd annual Night Out Against Crime poster contest for 5th graders was "Help Tukwila
give Crime the Boot." Ms. Butterworth introduced the following award winners of the poster contest:
•Sanela Musinovic from Cascade View Elementary was the 3`d place winner. She won a $25.00
Target gift card and a $25.00 gift card from the Family Fun Center.
•Jennifer Flores Santos from Tukwila Elementary was the 2nd place winner. She won a $50.00
Target gift card, a $25.00 gift card from the Family Fun Center, and a $15.00 gift card from the
Cold Stone Creamery.
•Issabella Same from Thorndyke Elementary was the 1St place winner. She won a $100 Westfield
Mall gift card, a $25.00 gift card from Target, and a $25.00 gift card from the Family Fun Center.
Each of the award winners displayed their posters and shook hands with the Mayor and Councilmembers.
Ms. Butterworth expressed appreciation to the Tukwila Police Guild, Target, Westfield Mall, and the
Family Fun Center for making this event successful.
The Mayor and Councilmembers commended the poster award winners and Ms. Butterworth for their
contributions to the contest.
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b. Update on Medic One /Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Levy. Jim Fogarty, Director, King
County Emergency Medical Services Division.
Mayor Haggerton explained that King County has an excellent emergency medical system that serves
2 million people and provides life- saving services on an average of every 3 minutes. Each year,
approximately 1 in 10 people will use the system, which is supported by a property tax levy that will expire
at the end of 2013. In order to continue funding the Medic One services for 2014 and beyond, a new levy
package needed to be developed. Mayor Haggerton relayed that he was fortunate to be a part of the levy
planning process by participating on the task force with 19 elected officials and serving as Chair of the
Regional Services Subcommittee.
Mayor Haggerton introduced Jim Fogarty, Director of the King County Emergency Medical Services
Division, who utilized a Powerpoint presentation to explain key points of the Medic One /Emergency
Medical Services Levy.
On June 3, 2013, the King County Council passed an ordinance placing a 6 -year, 33.5 cent Medic
One /EMS Levy before the voters on November 5, 2013. This 33.5 cent levy rate supports the proposals
contained in the Medic One /EMS 2014 -2019 Strategic Plan, to include maintaining existing programs and
modifying programs to meet emerging needs. The levy is estimated to support approximately $696
million in services over the next 6 years.
The cost impact for a Tukwila ratepayer in 2014 would be $63.27 per year as opposed to the current levy
amount of $79.83 per year. The current and expiring rate of 30 cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation
(AV) costs ratepayers more than the proposed levy rate of 33.5 cents due to efficiencies in the system
that have occurred over time.
Mr. Fogarty stated that Medic One /EMS services are those that you get anytime you call 911 for a
medical emergency. Roughly 10% or 1 out of 10 residents have used the system, and in 2011, the
survival rate for cardiac arrest was 52% throughout the region. The Medic One /EMS system of King
County cardiac arrest survival rate increased to 57% in 2012, which is the highest rate in the country.
The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions about various aspects of the proposed levy and thanked
Mr. Fogarty for the detailed information regarding this issue.
Council consensus existed to adopt a resolution in support of the levy prior to the November 2013
election.
c. 2nd Quarter update on Strategic Plan and Crime Reduction Initiative. Joyce Trantina, Mayor's
Office, and Mike Villa, Police Chief
STRATEGIC PLAN:
Joyce Trantina, Project Analyst in the Mayor's Office, used a Powerpoint presentation to provide an
update on the City's Strategic Plan for the 2nd quarter.
STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS
1. A Community of Inviting Neighborhoods & Vibrant Business Districts
2. A Solid Foundation for All Tukwila Residents
3. A Diverse & Regionally Competitive Economy
4. A High- Performing & Effective Organization
5. A Positive Community Identity & Image
2013 PRIORITY 1 - CRIME REDUCTION, TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD
❖ Staff dedicated to trash pick -up at bus stops and other locations.
❖ Code Enforcement working with business owners to increase visibility inside businesses.
2013 PRIORITY 2 - IMPROVED ENVIRONMENT FOR COMMUNITY LIVABILITY
❖ Continued utilization of the City's chronic nuisance building codes, and the abatement process.
❖ Mid -block crosswalk improvements on TIB are under review;, should be completed in the 3rd
Quarter.
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2013 PRIORITY 3 - STRENGTHENED FINANCIAL FUNDAMENTALS
❖ The City's Compensation Policy was adopted by Council in June, 2013.
❖ Research on revenue enhancement opportunities continues.
2013 PRIORITY 4 - UPDATED PLANS AND POLICIES THAT ARE ALIGNED WITH THE
COMMUNITY'S VISION
❖ Comprehensive Plan update.
❖ Public Outreach efforts for the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan.
❖ Liaison Program moving forward.
2013 PRIORITY 5 — IMPROVED ACCESS TO CITY SERVICES /DECISION MAKING
❖ Testing underway on the City's new permit software, TRAKiT.
❖ Adjustments /modifications made to video feed /lighting in Council Chambers for televised
meetings.
2013 PRIORITY 6 - COUNCIL STAFF /PARTNERS ENGAGED IN A SHARED COMMITMENT TO THE
COMMUNITY'S VISION
❖ High Performing Organization training held in May.
❖ All-employee survey was distributed to provide baseline on department/City organization.
❖ New tools: Moving Forward — Google Translate — Social Media.
The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions regarding the Strategic Plan update and thanked
Ms. Trantina for the excellent presentation.
CRIME REDUCTION INITIATIVE (CRI):
Mike Villa, Police Chief, and Bruce Linton, Assistant Police Chief, provided an update regarding the Crime
Reduction Initiative (CRI). Utilizing a Powerpoint presentation, the following information was provided:
The CRI proposal published on August 29, 2012 called for:
➢ A long -term effort by Tukwila Police Department, City leadership and the community to mitigate
Tukwila's crime problem
➢ Implementation of proven, effective strategies
➢ Reduction of crime over the long term
➢ Create measurable, significant, and lasting impacts such as:
o Safer neighborhoods
o A more stable population base
o More business investments throughout Tukwila
o A more visually appealing city
o Various other social, economic, and cultural benefits
There are 3 different, but related strategies that make up the CRI:
Strategy A: Target hot spots and key offenders. Accomplishments in this strategy include
establishment of key offender criteria and program launch and identification of Grand Terrace Apartments
as a City hot spot.
Strategy B: Strengthen investigations and timely arrests. Accomplishments in this strategy include
improvement of investigative capabilities through adequate staffing to arrest criminals in a timely manner,
with significant focus on filling critical positions. Additionally, new strategies are being developed to
recruit lateral officers.
Strategy C: Increase Accessibility, Visibility and Responsiveness. Accomplishments in this strategy
include opening the Neighborhood Resource Center (NRC) in August 2012, full staffing of the Community
Policing Team (CPT), hiring of Administrative Assistants to allow officers time to focus on CRI initiatives,
significant increase in proactive officer - generated activity on Tukwila International Boulevard (TIB), and
Community Policing Team working with regional partners to mitigate crime on TIB.
Additional crime reduction accomplishments include: focus on human sex trafficking, emphasis at
Cascade View Park, and tours of Tukwila International Boulevard to provide situational awareness to City
staff regarding this focus area.
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Crime Reduction Initiative Next Steps
➢ Coordinate an aggressive Lateral Police Officer recruiting plan to fix our recruiting challenges
o Update recruiting video
o Establish a highly motivated recruiting team
o Develop recruiting strategies
➢ Fill critical positions focused on CRI implementation
➢ Implement online reporting protocols
o Free up officer time to perform more proactive work
➢ Continue to take advantage of regional partner assistance
➢ Measure progress to maintain constant focus on goals
o Quarterly staff analysis review
o Semi - annual reporting
o Adjust as necessary
The Councilmembers extended comments and questions regarding the information presented and
thanked Chief Villa and Assistant Chief Linton for the presentation.
APPOINTMENTS
a. Lodqinq Tax Advisory Committee
Confirm the appointment of Jim Davis to Position #5 on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY EKBERG TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF JIM DAVIS TO
POSITION #5 ON THE LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
b. Equity and Diversity Commission
(1) Confirm the reappointment of Verna Seal to Position #1 on the Equity and Diversity
Commission, with a term expiring 7/31/15.
MOVED BY ROBERTSON, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF
VERNA SEAL TO POSITION #1 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A TERM
EXPIRING 7/31/15. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
(2) Confirm the reappointment of Kathleen Gantz to Position #2 on the Equity and Diversity
Commission, with a term. expiring 7/31/15.
MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY KRULLER TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF
KATHLEEN GANTZ TO POSITION #2 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A
TERM EXPIRING 7/31/15. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
(3) Confirm the reappointment of Joan Hernandez to Position #3 on the Equity and Diversity
Commission, with a term expiring 7/31/15.
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOAN
HERNANDEZ TO POSITION #3 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A TERM
EXPIRING 7/31/15.*
Joan Hernandez expressed her pride in having served on the Equity and Diversity Commission since its
inception in the 1990s. A great deal of progress has been made in the community due to the work of the
Commission. The Councilmembers thanked Ms. Hernandez for her continuing contributions toward the
Tukwila community.
*MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
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(4) Confirm the reappointment of Nate Robinson to Position #7 on the Equity and Diversity
Commission, with a term expiring 7/31/15.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY SEAL TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF NATE
ROBINSON TO POSITION #7 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A TERM
EXPIRING 7/31/15. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
(5) Confirm the reappointment of Aaron Dragonov to Position #8 on the Equity and Diversity
Commission, with a term expiring 7/31/15.
MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY TO CONFIRM THE REAPPOINTMENT OF
AARON DRAGONOV TO POSITION #8 ON THE EQUITY AND DIVERSITY COMMISSION, WITH A
TERM EXPIRING 7/31/15. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Kruller requested that Consent Agenda Item 5g be removed to be discussed under New
Business.
a. Approval of Minutes: 7/15/13 (Regular Mtg.); 7/22/13 (Special Mtg.)
b. Approval of Vouchers: #363877 - 364096 and #130703 - 130706 in the amount of $989,576.54.
c. Accept as complete the 2012 Small Drainage Program (Contract #12 -092) with Green River
Construction; authorize release of retainage, subject to the standard claim and lien release procedures
(final cost of project, including retainage: $652,460.16.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by Utilities Committee on 7/15/13.]
d. Authorize the Mayor to sign Community Connectivity Consortium Project Agreement 65 for the design
and installation of a 288 - strand fiber optic cabling system for the RapidRide segment from Renton to
Tukwila. [Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by Utilities Committee on 7/15/13.]
e. Accept as complete the Tukwila Pool Roof Project (Contract #12 -165) with Bates Roofing, LLC;
authorize release of retainage, subject to the standard claim and lien release procedures (final cost of
project, including retainage: $81,881.04.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by Community Affairs and Parks Committee on 7/22/13.]
f. Authorize the purchase of a 600 KW back -up generator from Cummins Northwest for the Surface
Water Lift Station No. 15 Project in the amount of $206,619.93 (including sales tax).
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by Transportation Committee on 7/23/13.]
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by Transportation Committee on 7/23113.] (Moved to New
Business, Page 7)
h. Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Gary Harper Construction for the Surface Water Lift Station
No. 15 project in the amount of $318,568.35.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by Transportation Committee on 7/23/13.]
i. Authorize the Mayor to sign a lease agreement with Alliance One Receivables Management for use of
space in the Municipal Court in the amount of $750.00 per month paid to the City of Tukwila.
[Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by the Committee of the Whole on 7/22/13.]
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA BE APPROVED
AS AMENDED, WITH THE REMOVAL OF ITEM 5G. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
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BID AWARD
Award a bid to King Construction Company, Inc., for the 2013 Annual Sewer Repair Program in the
amount of $49,056 and authorize the Mayor to sign the contract.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY SEAL TO AWARD A BID TO KING CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY, INC., FOR THE 2013 ANNUAL SEWER REPAIR PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF
$49,056 AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE CONTRACT. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. An ordinance renewing a moratorium within the City of Tukwila on the establishment, location,
operation, licensing, maintenance or continuation of medical cannabis collective gardens or
dispensaries, asserted to be authorized or actually authorized under E2SSB 5073, Chapter 181,
Laws of 2011, Chapter 69.51A Revised Code of Washington, or any other laws of the State of
Washington; and repealing Ordinance No. 2379.
MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
RENEWING A MORATORIUM WITHIN THE CITY OF TUKWILA ON THE ESTABLISHMENT,
LOCATION, OPERATION, LICENSING, MAINTENANCE OR CONTINUATION OF MEDICAL
CANNABIS COLLECTIVE GARDENS OR DISPENSARIES, ASSERTED TO BE AUTHORIZED
OR ACTUALLY AUTHORIZED UNDER E2SSB 5073, CHAPTER 181, LAWS OF 2011,
CHAPTER 69.51A REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON, OR ANY OTHER LAWS OF THE
STATE OF WASHINGTON; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 2379; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY SEAL THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ADOPTED AS
READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2404.
b. An ordinance establishing a 6 -month moratorium on the establishment, location, operation,
licensing, maintenance or continuation of marijuana producers, processors, and retailers as
regulated pursuant to Washington State Initiative 502.
MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY KRULLER THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ BY
TITLE ONLY. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Christy O'Flaherty, City Clerk, read the proposed ordinance by title only.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
ESTABLISHING A 6 -MONTH MORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT, LOCATION,
OPERATION, LICENSING, MAINTENANCE OR CONTINUATION OF MARIJUANA
PRODUCERS, PROCESSORS, AND RETAILERS AS REGULATED PURSUANT TO
WASHINGTON STATE INITIATIVE 502; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
MOVED BY SEAL, SECONDED BY ROBERTSON THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE
ADOPTED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0, TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NUMBER 2405.
c. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement with King County for acquisition services
for the Duwamish Gardens Project in the amount of $50,000.
MOVED BY EKBERG, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH KING COUNTY FOR ACQUISITION SERVICES FOR THE
DUWAMISH GARDENS PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
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d. Authorize the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement with King County for the F -Line RapidRide
Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Improvements.
MOVED BY KRULLER, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH KING COUNTY FOR THE F -LINE RAPIDRIDE INTELLIGENT
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM (ITS) IMPROVEMENTS. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
NEW BUSINESS
Authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with the South County Area Transportation Board
(SCATBd), recognizing SCATBd as the transportation board for the south county area.
(Reviewed and forwarded to Consent by Transportation Committee on 7/23/13.] (Per withdrawal
from the Consent Agenda on Page 5)
Councilmember Kruller, who is the City's representative to SCATBd, explained that the board has been
working with the Eastside Transportation Partnership and the SeaShore Transportation Forum to ensure
the interlocal agreements are synchronized. The changes to the core agreement were minimal, and
agency- specific amendments will be handled through procedures and bylaws. The agreement is
supported by both SCATBd and the City's Transportation Committee.
Councilmember Seal inquired whether the Mayor or the SCATBd representative would be signing the
agreement. Rachel Turpin, Assistant City Attorney, responded that the Mayor would be signing the
agreement.
MOVED BY HOUGARDY, SECONDED BY DUFFIE TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE SOUTH COUNTY AREA TRANSPORTATION BOARD (SCATBD),
RECOGNIZING SCATBD AS THE TRANSPORTATION BOARD FOR THE SOUTH COUNTY AREA.
MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
REPORTS
a. Mayor
Mayor Haggerton reported that an 8- member coalition of citizens from Kolding, Denmark, visited the City
of Tukwila. Their focus was on seeking information regarding how Tukwila relates to the Somali
community. Citizens in the European Union can move from country to country without going through an
immigration process. Their community is experiencing an influx of Somali citizens, and they are seeking
ways to better engage with those community members.
Additionally, Mayor Haggerton, reported that Paul Surek, Parks Superintendent, has retired from the City
after 21 years with Tukwila and 30 years in public service. His retirement event was well attended.
b. City Council
Councilmember Duffie attended the Touch -a -Truck event on July 27, 2013 and thought it was a great
turnout. He was pleased to see the shredding truck at the event and commended Mary Miotke, IT
Director, for making that available to the citizens.
Council President Hougardy attended the volunteer appreciation ice cream social on July 26, 2013.
Additionally, she chaired the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) meeting on July 24, 2013. She
referenced the Comprehensive Plan Work Sessions on July 30 and July 31, 2013.
Councilmember Ekberg attended the Touch -a -Truck event on July 27, 2013. A citizen at the event
recommended resuming Tukwila Days or an event with an international flavor ( "Bite of Tukwila ").
Council President Hougardy responded that the Tukwila Heritage Days in September will have an
international flavor. More information will be forthcoming.
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Councilmember Kruller commended the Tukwila Teen Venture youth who are very active in the Parks and
Recreation program during the summer. She reported that on July 24, 2013, she represented Sound
Cities Association and Tukwila on the King Conservation panel. On July 25, she attended a roundtable
discussion on the future of agriculture in King County, and on July 27, she participated in the Tukwila
International Boulevard Action Committee (TIBAC) cleanup event. Ms. Kruller attended the July 27
Touch -a -Truck event, participating with Tukwila Rotary and the Tow -Mater truck and also participating
with the Tukwila Emergency Communications Team. Additionally, she attended the volunteer
appreciation event and movie night on August 2.
Councilmember Kruller offered a reminder about the Night Out Against Crime event tomorrow, August 6,
2013. Upcoming events on August 10 include Council Coffee Chat from 10:00 a.m. to noon at Billy
Baroos at Foster Golf Course, Kids Festival at Cascade Park at Noon, and the Tukwila Food Pantry
volunteer appreciation barbeque at Angle Lake.
c. Staff
David Cline, City Administrator, referenced the City Administrator Report in the packet and offered to
answer any questions.
Councilmember Ekberg referenced a portion of the City Administrator Report regarding the intersection of
42nd Avenue South and South 160th Street. He has concerns about sight distance on the northwest
corner near the large telephone pole almost in the middle of the right -of -way. He inquired as to whether
there would be undergrounding in that area. Councilmember Robertson said the grass also grows up and
causes visibility issues. Mayor Haggerton indicated more information would be provided on this issue.
Councilmember Kruller acknowledged the portion of the City Administrator Report regarding Peggy
McCarthy, Finance Director, and the Finance staff receiving the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
from the Government Finance Officers Association. Additionally, she referenced an award received by
Diane Jaber, the City's Transportation Coordinator for the Commute Trip Reduction Program. She
commended City staff for their participation and would like an update on this program.
d. City Attorney
There was no report.
e. Intergovernmental
There was no report.
MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Robertson said that at the Council Retreat the Finance and Safety (FS) Committee was
charged with working with departments to review the crime reduction initiative. However, the whole
Council benefits from those discussions, and they are best conducted at full Council meetings. However,
the FS Committee would like to have a work session in October to emphasize long -term crime reduction
efforts. This would involve Police, Fire, Code Enforcement, Public Works, Planning, Parks and
Recreation and Human Services. The work session would be conducted in a less formal manner than
Council meetings and would involve sitting across the table to discuss long -term strategies. The meeting
would not require a great deal of staff preparation.
Mayor Haggerton relayed that the time frame of late September to early October would be appropriate
timing. The Finance and Safety Committee will work with City administration to schedule the work
session.
Council President Hougardy congratulated Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director, on the Distinguished
Budget Presentation Award.
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David Cline, City Administrator, said Tukwila was 1 of 17 cities in the State of Washington that received
both the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Reporting
(CAFR) Award.
ADJOURNMENT
9:30 p.m. MOVED BY DUFFIE, SECONDED BY HOUGARDY THAT THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED 6 -0.
Christy O'Flahert(i!City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 8/19/13
AVAILABLE ON CITY WEBSITE: 8/20/13