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The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by
Mayor Cooke. Councilmembers present: Albertson, Boyce, Higgins, Perry, Ralph,
Ranniger, and Thomas. (CFN-198)
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
A. From Council, Administration, Staff. (CFN-198) No changes were made.
B. From the Public. (CFN-198) Mayor Cooke noted that the public hearing on
medical marijuana has already been held, but that limited comments will be taken on
it under the Public Comment section of the agenda.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Public Recognition. (CFN-198) Mayor Cooke introduced the Honorable Lt. Gen.
Alfred Ladu Gore, Minister of Environment from the new Republic of South Sudan,
who expressed appreciation for the hospitality he's been shown, as well as for the
help his country has received.
B. Community Events. (CFN-198) Mayor Cooke announced the International
Festival taking place on June 16, and noted that the Farmers Market is now open.
Council member Ralph announced the winner of the "So You Think Kent Has Talent"
contest, and described the Bicycle Tour held recently.
C. State of the County Message. (CFN-198) King County Council member Reagan
Dunn gave an update on County issues, including the budget, changes to Metro
Transit, anti-gang legislation, human trafficking, juvenile gun crimes, flood control,
and a Juvenile Justice Center.
D. Neighbors of West Hill Council Introduction. (CFN-1304) Neighborhood j
Program Coordinator Toni Azzola introduced members of the Neighbors of West Hill
Council, noting that this is the 22"d neighborhood council in the city.
PUBLIC COMMENT
A. Annexation. (CFN-567) Heinz Strakeljahn, 13228 SE 231s` Street, expressed
opposition to annexation.
B. Medical Marijuana. (CFN-1320) The following persons spoke in favor of passing
the ban on medical marijuana collective gardens: Eric Munson, 24925 132nd Place SE, ;
Kent, who said youth are not using marijuana for medical reasons, but to get high or
to sell for profit, and Jim Schack, 24615 142"d Avenue SE, Kent, who said there are
90 dispensaries near Kent where qualified persons can obtain medical marijuana,
which is sufficient.
The following persons spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance.,
Russell Hanscom, 9523 S. 2371h Place,
Tina Budell, 323 W. Cloudy St., Kent
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Karl Bolter, 4224 S. 2161h Place, Kent
Koli Bolden, 27400 132"d Avenue SE, G-205, Kent
A. J. West, 25432 163 d Place SE, Covington
Toni Mills, 25000 180th Avenue S., Covington
Charlotte Peery, 12315 SE 270th St., Kent
Michael Enos, 11805 SE 255m St., Kent
Emily Covington, 1210 30th St. SE, Auburn
Rebecca Doyle, 609 Shattuck Avenue S., Renton
Wade Schwartz, address on file
John Worthington, 4500 SE 2nd Pl., Renton
Michael Ranetta, 21600 24th Avenue S., Des Moines
Jan Hickley, 1919 Talbot Road S., Renton
Steve Sarich, 2735 1st Avenue S., Seattle
Lina Paulgen, 11321 SE 226 Pl., Kent
Reasons for their opposition included that marijuana is safer than opiates, that the
proposed ordinance violates state law, that travel is difficult for some patients, that
government should represent the people, and that marijuana provides positive results
for patients.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Higgins moved to approve Consent Calendar Items A through J. Thomas seconded
and the motion carried.
A. Approval of Minutes. (CFN-198) Minutes of the workshop and regular Council
meeting of May 15, 2012, were approved.
B. Approval of Bills. (CFN-104) Payment of the bills received through April 30 and
paid on April 30 after auditing by the Operations Committee on May 15, 2012, was
approved.
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Checks issued for vouchers were approved:
Date Check Numbers Amount
4/30/12 Wire Transfers 5037-5055 $1,298,237.07
4/30/12 Regular Checks 662753-663182 3,250,674.04
4/30/12 Use Tax Payable 291.37
$4,549,202.48
Checks issued for payroll for April 16 through April 30 and paid on May 4, 2012, were
approved:
Date Check Numbers Amount
5/4/12 Checks 327422-327634 $ 162,281.53
5/4/12 Advices 298021-298666 1,214,832.45
$1,377,113.98
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C. Downtown Strategic Action Plan Update, Resolution. (CFN-377/462)
Resolution No. 1857, declaring an emergency to pursue an amendment to the Kent
Comprehensive Plan to revise the City of Kent 2005 Downtown Strategic Action Plan
was adopted.
D. Neighbors of West Hilf Council, Resolution. (CFN-1304) Resolution No. 1858,
which repeals Resolution No. 1781 and recognizes the Neighbors of West Hill Council
neighborhood council, supports its community building efforts, and confers all
opportunities offered by the city's Neighborhood Program, was adopted. ;
E. Temporary Flood Protection Structure Extension Ordinance. (CFN-1318)
Ordinance No. 4037 amending Ordinance No. 3996 to extend the waiver of certain
permitting requirements for temporary structures constructed for flood protection
purposes to January 1, 2013, was adopted.
F. Demolition and Asbestos Abatement Contract. (CFN-118) The Mayor was
authorized to sign the agreement with Russ Lloyd Clearing & Demolition to demolish
the house and out-buildings and complete asbestos abatement at 11220 SE 20&t
(Matinjussi Property) for a total of $28,416, plus WSST, subject to final terms and
conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Parks Director.
G. Burlington Northern Santa Fe Warning Sign Installation Agreement.
(CFN-113) The Mayor was authorized to execute a Warning Sign Installation
Agreement with BNSF Railway, for the installation and maintenance of LED-enhanced
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"DO NOT STOP ON TRACKS" signs, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to
the City Attorney and Public Works Director.
H. Linda Heights Sanitary Sewer Pump Station Replacement Consultant
Agreement. (CFN-1214) The Mayor was authorized to sign a consultant services
agreement with RH2 Engineering, Inc. to provide engineering design services for the
Linda Heights Sanitary Sewer Pump Station replacement, in an amount not to exceed
$138,600, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and
Public Works Director.
I. Macaulay & Associates Consultant Agreement, LID 363. (CFN-1308) The
Mayor was authorized to sign the consultant services agreement with Macaulay &
Associates, Inc. to provide assessment review services for Local Improvement District
363, in an amount not to exceed $141,600, subject to final terms and conditions
acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director.
J. _2013-2018 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan. (CFN-164)
June 19, 2012, was set as the Public Hearing date to consider the Draft 2013-2018
Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. '
OTHER BUSINESS
A. Medical Marijuana Ordinance. (CFN-1320) On January 3, 2012, the Council
voted against an ordinance which would allow collective gardens in designated
commercial and industrial zones. The Council also reenacted a moratorium regarding
collective gardens or dispensaries for another six months. City Planner Katie Graves
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noted that four public hearings have been held on this subject and stated that on
May 14, 2012, the Economic and Community Development Committee recommended
to the City Council on a 2-1 vote to prohibit medical cannabis collective gardens in all
zoning districts. She added that the proposed ordinance reflects this
recommendation.
Boyce moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4036 prohibiting medical cannabis collective
gardens within specific zoning districts in the city of Kent. Thomas seconded.
Boyce stated that after studying this, he feels it is not a city issue. He encouraged
interested persons to put pressure on the state and federal governments. Ralph
concurred and said medical marijuana should be regulated like any other medicine.
Albertson opined that medical decisions should be made between individuals and their
doctor, and said that changing laws begins at the local level. Perry said she feels
reasonable regulations should be passed so that people can have access, and that a
state-wide system is needed. Higgins said he is in favor of safe access and agreed
that the law should be re-evaluated. He also said this vote is not the end, and
encouraged those interested to contact the state.
Upon a roll call vote, the motion to adopt Ordinance 4036 prohibiting medical
cannabis collective gardens then carried 4-3, with Boyce, Ralph, Ranniger and
Thomas in favor and Albertson, Higgins and Perry opposed.
B. Financial Policies Resolution. (CFN-186/198) The City Council has created and
implemented a new strategic plan which sets forth tasks, objectives and goals
intended to achieve the Council's vision that Kent become "a safe, connected, and
beautiful city, richly diverse with culturally vibrant urban centers".
Finance Director Nachlinger commended Council member Perry, who drafted a new
set of financial, accounting and budgetary policies intended to offer short- and long-
term guidance to city staff as the city moves toward accomplishing the goals
established in the strategic plan. He noted that the policies have been discussed and
amended in council workshop and committee.
Thomas moved to adopt Resolution No. 1859 adopting financial, accounting, and
budgetary policies intended to improve financial stability in furtherance of the goals
established in the City Council's Strategic Plan. Perry seconded.
Perry then said it is important for the city to be financially healthy, and to have a
cushion when cyclical changes happen. Thomas suggested that each paragraph in z
Exhibit A which starts with 'will" or "shall" should instead start with "try". Ralph
asked that the Council set up goals and timelines. Higgins concurred. The motion to
adopt Resolution No. 1859 then carried.
REPORTS
A. Council President. (CFN-198) Higgins reported on the discussion which took
place at tonight's workshop on infrastructure needs, and said a recommendation will
be coming soon.
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B. Mayor. (CFN-198) Mayor Cooke announced the upcoming ground breaking at
Riverview Park.
C. Administration. (CFN-198) Hodgson noted that the ShoWare Center will be
holding 13 graduation ceremonies this spring, consisting of 6,000 students and
40,000 family members. He pointed out that only 4 of those are from Kent. He said
there will be an executive session of approximately ten minutes to discuss property
negotiations, and that action will be taken when the meeting reconvenes.
D. Economic & Community Development Committee. (CFN-198) Perry noted
that the next meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on June 11.
E. Operations Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given.
F. Parks and Human Services Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given.
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G. Public Safety Committee. (CFN-198) Boyce noted that the next meeting will be
held on June 12 at 4:30 p.m.
H. Public Works Committee. (CFN-198) Albertson announced that the next
meeting is on June 18, and that due to the 41h of July holiday, the meetings in July will
be on the 16th , with a special meeting on the 23rd
I. Regional Fire Authority. (CFN-198) Thomas reported on his attendance at
conferences in Yakima and Chelan.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The meeting recessed to Executive Session at 9:13 and reconvened at 9:34 p.m.
A. Property Negotiations. (CFN-239) Hodgson explained that the discussion in
Executive Session involves a piece of property the city has been considering for
community and civic purposes. He said agreement has not been reached and that
action is required. Higgins moved to reject the Purchase and Sale Agreement under
negotiation for the property located at 233 2 d Avenue in Kent, specifically disproving
the purchase terms and conditions contained in that agreement. Perry seconded.
Albertson stated that her husband has a legal relationship with the person involved in
this property and recused herself from participating and voting. Thomas said he feels
the city could have made a good faith offer of a little more. The motion then carried
5-1 with Thomas opposed, and Albertson recused.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. (CFN-198)
Brenda Jacober, C C
City Clerk
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