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KENT September 18, 2012
The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by
Mayor Cooke. Councilmembers present: Albertson, Higgins, Perry, Ralph, Ranniger,
and Thomas. Council member Boyce was excused from the meeting. (CFN-198)
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
A. From Council, Administration, Staff. (CFN-198) The Council President added
Consent Calendar Item K.
B. From the Public. (CFN-198) No changes were made.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Public Recognition. (CFN-198) No public recognition was given.
B. Community Events. (CFN-198) Higgins encouraged people to go to the website
to view upcoming events at the ShoWare Center.
C. Kent School District Award Presentation. (CFN-155) Dr. Vargas presented
the Kent Police Department with an award for outstanding community leadership and
service to the education of young people, on behalf of the Washington Association of
School Administrators and Educational Services District 121, for working with the
school district to develop a school safety services model.
D. Proclamation - National Public Lands Days at Park Orchard Park.
(CFN-155) Mayor Cooke declared September 29, 2012, as National Public Lands Days
at Park Orchard Park, and Parks Director Watling invited residents to participate in the
work day.
E. Proclamation - Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hunarv. (CFN-155)
Mayor Cooke proclaimed September 22, 2012, as Mayor's Day of Concern for the
Hungry. Wendi Gall of the Emergency Feeding Program Board of Directors accepted
the proclamation, explained the program, and thanked the city for their support.
F. Proclamation - National Recovery Month. (CFN-155) Mayor Cooke
proclaimed the month of September as National Recovery Month, and introduced
Jackie Berganio who explained that behavioral health is an essential part of health
and wellness and that recovery is possible. She thanked the mayor for promoting
National Recovery Month.
G. Proclamation - Kent CroR Hunger Walk - Dine Out Day. (CFN-155)
Mayor Cooke read a proclamation explaining Kent Crop Hunger Walk - Dine out Day,
and declaring October 2, 2012, Kent Crop Hunger Walk "Dine Out Day". Evelyn
Raymond gave the history of the event and encouraged residents to participate and
dine out at the restaurants who are contributing a portion of their profits.
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H. Public Safety Report. (CFN-122) Police Chief Thomas updated crime statistics,
and reported on National Night Out, Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Valley Gang
Unit award, Automated Fingerprint Identification System, new recruits, and an
upcoming Community Meeting.
I. Intergovernmental Reports. (CFN-198) Council members reported on issues
discussed at the regional committees on which they serve. It was noted that city staff
will begin working on the 2013 legislative agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. 2013-2014 Biennial Budget (First Public Hearing). (CFN-186) This date has
been set for the first public hearing on the 2013-2014 biennial budget. Finance
Director Nachlinger noted that this is the City's first biennial budget, and explained
the budget process. He pointed out that there is no proposed budget at this time,
and gave a brief presentation of the current budget in order to solicit comments on
priorities from residents.
Mayor Cooke opened the public hearing. Tim Clark, 26121 Woodland Way South,
Kent, encouraged the Council to continue the 1% for human services, and asked what
the bond issue for parks and streets would be used for. Council members Ranniger
and Albertson outlined the projects, and emphasized that the funds are not for new
projects, but for maintaining and renovating existing investments. There were no
further comments from the audience and Higgins moved to close the public hearing.
Ralph seconded and the motion carried. Perry encouraged residents to provide input
at any time.
B. 2013-2018 Capital Improvement Plan (First Public Hearing). (CFN-775)
This date has been set for the first public hearing on the 2013-2018 Capital
Improvement Plan. Finance Director Nachlinger explained the process, and noted
that the purpose of this hearing is to receive public input as to what priorities and
projects should be undertaken. He outlined the 2012 Capital Budget as an example.
Mayor Cooke opened the public hearing. There were no comments from the audience
and Higgins moved to close the public hearing. Thomas seconded and the motion
carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
No comments were made by the public.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Higgins moved to approve Consent Calendar Items A through K. Thomas seconded
and the motion carried.
A. Approval of Minutes. (CFN-198) Minutes of the regular Council meeting of
September 4, 2012, were approved.
B. Approval of Bills. (CFN-104) Bills were not available for approval.
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C. Cintas Corporation Linen and Uniform Services Agreement. (CFN-318) The
Mayor was authorized to enter into an agreement with Cintas Corporation for the
rental and laundering of uniforms and linens in an amount not to exceed $156,583,
subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the Finance Director and City
Attorney.
D. Washinaton Traffic Safety Commission Grant. (CFN-122) The Mayor was
authorized to accept the Washington Traffic Safety Commission Target Zero Teams
grant in an amount not to exceed $24,240, to sign the Memorandum of Understand-
ing, and establish the budget and expenditure of funds in accordance with the grant
terms acceptable to the Police Chief and City Attorney.
E. Interlocal Agreement with Chelan County for ]ail Services. (CFN-122) The
Mayor was authorized to enter into an amendment to the interlocal agreement with
Chelan County for the Housing of City of Kent Inmates with terms and conditions
acceptable to the City Attorney.
F. 2012 Emergency Management Performance Grant. (CFIN-122) The Mayor
was authorized to accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant from the
Washington State Military Department and the Department of Homeland Security, to
sign all required documents, and to expend the funds in accordance with the grant
terms acceptable to the Police Chief and City Attorney.
G. DUI Cost Recovery Ordinance Amending Kent City Code 9.36. (CFN-171)
Ordinance No. 4047 adding a new section 9.36.120 to the Kent City Code entitled,
"Emergency Response Caused by Person's Intoxication - Recovery of Costs From
Convicted Person," was adopted.
H. Public Works Trust Fund Loan. (CFN-1065) The Mayor was authorized to sign
an agreement with the Washington State Public Works Board for a $2-million Public
Works Trust Fund Loan to help finance the Tacoma Regional Water Supply System
filtration plant, subject to approval of final terms and conditions by the City Attorney
and Public Works Director.
I. Schmaltz Short Plat Bill of Sale. (CFN-484) The Bill of Sale for the Schmaltz
Short Plat project, permit 2072527, for 30 linear feet of biofiltration swale, and 37
linear feet of storm sewerline was accepted.
1. Eastmont Bill of Sale. (CFN-484) The Bill of Sale for the Eastmont aka Singh
One project, permit 2065164, for 6 gate valves, 3 hydrants, and 1,282 linear feet of
waterline, 8 sewer manholes, and 1,529 linear feet of sanitary sewerline, 1,246 linear
feet of new street, 320 linear feet of frontage improvements, 2 storm sewer
manholes, 20 catch basins, 38,134 cubic feet of detention pond storage, and 1,510
linear feet of storm sewerline was accepted.
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ADDED ITEM
K. Excused Absence. (CFN-198) An excused absence for Councilmember Boyce,
who was unable to attend the September 18, 2012, meeting, was approved.
REPORTS
A. Couricil President. (CFN-198) Higgins reported that at the workshop held
earlier today, an extensive discussion on the Briscoe Desimone levee was held, and
that Council will pursue further talks with the King County Flood. Control District
regarding the issue.
B. Mayor. (CFN-198) Mayor Cooke reported on weight limit changes for the Alvord
T Bridge, transportation funding, and various events she has recently attended.
C. Administration. (CFN-198) Hodgson reported that the 2013-2014 biennial
budget will be the subject of the October 2nd workshop, and that further budget
meetings are being set up.
D. Economic & Community Develooment Committee. (CFN-198) Perry reported
that the committee did not meet in September.
E. Ooerations Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given.
F. Parks and Human Services Committee. (CFN-198) Ranniger said the next
meeting will be at 5:00 p.m. on September 20, and announced a Parks Foundation
fund raiser on October 20.
G. Public Safety Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given.
H. Public Works Committee. (CFN-198) Albertson reported that at their most
recent meeting, the committee discussed a recent fatality at S.E. 223rd and that staff
will look into the suggestions which were made regarding traffic safety in the area.
She also reported that the Department of Transportation has asked for input on the
SR 167 hot lanes project, and that she has signed a letter encouraging continuation of
the project and the completion of SR 167.
AWOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m. (CFN-198)
Brenda Jacober, C�m--e- P�n�
City Clerk
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