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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Minutes - 04/15/2014 KENT W..n...... Kent City Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2014 The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Cooke. Councilmembers present: Ralph, Berrios, Boyce, Fincher, Higgins, Ranniger, and Thomas. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA A. From Council, Administration, Staff. Council President Ralph announced that Councilmember Reagan Dunn would not be presenting at the meeting. B. From the Public. None. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS A. King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn, State of the County Address. King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn had to reschedule and will present his State of the County Address at a June Council meeting. B. Public Recognition. None. C. Community Events - Councilmember Thomas communicated that the Kiwanis is having their senior breakfast event at the Golden Steer. Mayor Cooke communicated that Congressman Adam Smith will be at Kent Meridian High School on April 18. 1. Kent Relay for Life — Announcement and Update. Volunteer Wayne Snoey discussed Kent Relay for Life and noted that he is a cancer survivor. He passed out brochures and Lance Goodwin noted that the event takes place on May 30 - 31 at Kent-Meridian High School. He communicated that the website is www.rflkent.org. I D. Proclamation of Earth Day in Kent. - Mayor Cooke presented the proclamation to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Jeff Watling. Watling communicated that the Earth Day event will be held on April 19 from 9 - 12 noon at Morrill Meadows Park. E. Proclamation of Arbor Day. - Mayor Cooke presented the proclamation to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Jeff Watling. Watling noted that this celebration will take place on April 21 and there will be some invasive plant removal to save some trees. This event also is from 9-12 noon at West Fenwick Park. Council President Ralph added that community service hours are available for high school seniors who wish to participate and all they need to do is bring their forms. F. Public Safety Report. - Police Chief Ken Thomas communicated that vehicle prowls have increased, but there have been five arrests. He noted that there has been an increase of prowls at Vision Quest. He added that there have been fourteen auto Kent City Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2014 theft arrests this month. Thomas communicated that the commanders are working with the hotel managers to curb vehicle thefts and most of the arrests have come from hotel parking lots. He noted that robberies continue to be low and there were three Whone arrests this month and there is federal legislation being proposed to have stolen phones inactivated by the cell phone companies to prevent thefts. There were three residential burglary arrests the past month and commercial burglaries have gone down. He stated that another trend on the East Hill is criminals breaking into foreclosed houses and they are working with the banks and code enforcement to lock up and secure these residences. Code enforcement, he said, notified him that there are over 150 foreclosed homes in Kent. He communicated that the investigations unit made an arrest of four people with gang ties and 19 felony drug trafficking charges were filed. Thomas introduced newly hired Officer Dan Koehler and Mayor Cooke swore him in. Thomas introduced new corrections officers Andrehas Rodriguez-Johnston and Bezzell Lee. G. Intergovernmental Reports. - Council President Ralph communicated that she attended the South County Area Transportation Board meeting and they presented potential new funding mechanism for road repair which would change from a gas tax to basing the system on vehicle miles traveled. She noted that Oregon will be trying this type of system in 2015. The thought, she said is to have vehicles taxed by each mile traveled as opposed to what people are paying in the gas tax. As cars become more efficient, she explained, those revenues are declining and not enough to sustain road repairs. The process now is to determine if this is sustainable, what does it look like, what are the options, and how do you track those miles. She noted that it is in place in some countries in Europe. They also discussed a possible changing technology of radar into satellite based systems at airports. Councilmember Higgins stated the next meeting of the Sound Cities Association Board of Directors is April 16. He also said there is a King Regional Transit Committee meeting tomorrow and they will be hearing a presentation on King County Proposition 1 and the Puget Sound Regional Council Boeing Transit Community Grants. Councilmember Boyce noted that the Sound Cities Association meeting was cancelled and will be meeting in May. PUBLIC HEARINGS i A. Consideration of Ordinance Renewing six-Month Marijuana Zoning and Business License Moratorium Assistant City Attorney David Galazin noted that there is a six month moratorium in place and this item is to renew it for another six months. He noted what the process is and the current moratorium expires on May 27, 2014. He communicated that extending the moratorium six months gives the City time to look at all of the information provided and work with jurisdictions that have gone through this. 2 Kent City Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2014 Councilmember Higgins stated that this is a lengthy process that still needs to be gone through and confirmed with Galazin and Brubaker that six months would be enough time to be able to present legislation to the Council this summer. Mayor Cooke confirmed with Galazin that there aren't any dates tentatively established to bring this to the Land Use and Planning Board. Councilmember Thomas Moved to open the public hearing, second by Council President Ralph. Mayor Cooke opened the public hearing. 1. John Worthington, Renton - Worthington opposed the item. He noted that the moratorium doesn't align itself with the growth management act and that the City needs marijuana. He stated that on a growth management basis the City is making the wrong decision. 2. Steve Sarich, Seattle - Sarich communicated that he is the Executive Director, Cannibis Action Coalition and the case against Kent is going to the Supreme Court. He stated that they are writing new legislation for the 2015 session and has political support from republicans and democrats. 3. Stefani Quane, SeaTac - Quane communicated the historical reason why marijuana is deemed negative by society. She noted that marijuana is the best treatment for cancer. She stated that there are a few places open in Kent that are open and aren't causing crime and are healing and providing medicine to people. She said marijuana allows you to eat when you have cancer and fights cancer. 4. Grant Girdner, Bellevue - Girdner is opposed to the moratorium and stated that he works with many cannabis suppliers. He stated that all the business owners want to do is address the need and starting a moratorium blocks them from being upstanding citizens. He noted that this puts money into the hands of the drug dealers and cartels. He urged the Council to not consider the moratorium and work with the business to address the concerns. 5. Timothy Peterson, Kent - Peterson addressed Initiative 502 and noted that the City should have funding from marijuana sales. He wants the Council to stand up for the citizens who voted for marijuana. i 6. Kim Chatman, Kent - Chatman said she didn't want to give her address and it is a bad idea to tell people where you live on camera. She said she agrees with having marijuana available for people who need it. Councilmember Thomas moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council President Ralph Councilmember Boyce moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4109, renewing for another six-month period, a marijuana zoning and business license moratorium, seconded by Council President Ralph. 3 Kent City Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2014 Councilmember Higgins stated that he will honor the process and hopes that the Land Use and Planning Board will have an open mind on this. He stated that he has never voted for a moratorium before and will only vote for this so the City can get this zoned in a rational manner. Councilmember Boyce stated he will be supporting the motion. He said the Council has been looking at this for quite some time and there are lessons to be learned based on other jurisdictions. He said has no intentions of voting for another moratorium after this one and anticipates the legislation coming during the summer. Council President Ralph communicated that she will be supporting this motion and noted that it is hard to ensure the City is aligning itself with what Olympia is doing. She noted that the Liquor Control Board hasn't issued licenses and this doesn't stop anything from proceeding. She added that no revenue comes to cities from this and all of the revenue is currently allocated to go to the state. She said she is looking forward to the public hearing and the legislation that comes from the Land Use and Planning Board. Councilmember Thomas agreed with the three previous councilmembers and noted that the first four speakers are from cities other than Kent. A vote was taken on the motion on the table to adopt Ordinance No. 4109, renewing for another six-month period, a marijuana zoning and business license moratorium, which carried 7-0. PUBLIC COMMENT 1. Kim Chatman, Kent - Chatman stated that Kent should be working to get funds from the sale of marijuana. She discussed an incident with a Kent police officer and noted that nothing has been done with her case and there needs to be a community diversity commission established in Kent. She stated that things have to change. 2. John Worthington, Renton - Worthington communicated that he has friends that may want to have collective gardens in the City. He discussed Initiative 502 and stated that cities didn't get funds from it because cities said they wanted funds for policing. CONSENT CALENDAR Council President Ralph moved to approve Consent Calendar Items A through J. seconded by Councilmember Thomas. Motion carried 7-0. A. Approval of the minutes — Approve. The workshop and regular Council meeting minutes of April 1, 2014 were approved. B. Payment of Bills — Approve. The payment of the bills received through March 15 and paid on March 15 after auditing by the Operations Committee on April 1, 2014 was approved. 4 Kent City Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2014 C. Consolidating Budget Adjustment Ordinance for Adjustments between July 1, 2013, and December 31, 2013 - Adopt. The Mayor was authorized to Adopt Ordinance No. 4110, approving the consolidating budget adjustments made between July 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013, reflecting an overall budget increase of $38,284,176. D. Turnkey Park Safety Surface Project with Northwest Playground Equipment, Inc. — Accept as Complete. The Mayor was authorized to accept the Safety Surfacing Installation Project with Northwest Playground Equipment, Inc. at Turnkey Park as complete. E. 2014 Distracted Driving Pilot Proiect Grant - Accept. The Mayor was authorized to accept the Emergency Medical Services Division of Public Health Seattle/King County grant in the amount of $7,000, authorize amending the budget, authorize the Mayor to sign all documents, and authorize expenditure of the funds in accordance with the grant terms and conditions acceptable to the Police Chief and City Attorney. F. Kent Drug Free Coalition Reducing Underage Drinking Project Grant - Accept. The Mayor was authorized to accept the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration 2013-2014 grant in the amount of $15,570, authorize amending the budget, authorize the Mayor to sign all documents, and authorize expenditure of the funds in accordance with the grant terms and conditions acceptable to the Police Chief and City Attorney. G. Goods & Services Agreement with Site Welding for Metal Work at the Green River Natural Resources Area — Authorize. The Mayor was authorized to sign a Public Works Agreement with Site Welding, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $37,182.92 to repair, fabricate, and install handrails, grating, and sensor mounts at the Green River Natural Resources Area, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. H. Consultant Agreement with Aspect Consulting for Landsburg Mine — Authorize. The Mayor was authorized to sign a Consultant Services Agreement with Aspect Consulting for engineering services related to the Landsburg Mine site in the amount of $12,690, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. I. Consultant Services Agreement with GeoEngineers for Briscoe- Desimone Levee Reaches 2 & 3 - Authorize. The Mayor was authorized to sign a Consultant Services Agreement with GeoEngineers, in an amount not to exceed $177,372 for materials testing and inspection services related to the Briscoe-Desimone Levee Reaches 2 & 3 project, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. J. Residential Traffic Calming Program Expenditure — Approve. The Mayor was authorized to sign the expenditure of $250,000 from the Street Operating Fund for the installation of residential traffic calming projects including 42nd Avenue S, 100th Avenue SE, and 223rd Drive/224th Street, and adjust the budget accordingly. 5 Kent City Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2014 OTHER BUSINESS None. BIDS None. REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES, STAFF AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES A. Council President. Council President Ralph discussed the workshop and noted that the discussion was led by Neighborhood Coordinator Toni Azzoli concerning neighborhood councils, proposed community councils, and possible funding for the neighborhood granting program. Additionally, there was presentation concerning the residential traffic calming program and a revision to the motion that was just approved for the expenditure of $250,000 for projects in three neighborhoods. She highlighted the final presentation was about the police department and a potential bond measure for a new facility. Council President Ralph also thanked Pantera Lago neighborhood for having her at their quarterly meeting. B. Mayor. C. Administration. Brubaker communicated that there will be an executive session for five minutes concerning property negotiations as authorized by per RCW 42.30.110(c). D. Economic & Community Development Committee. In the minutes. E. Operations Committee. In the minutes. F. Parks and Human Services Committee. Councilmember Ranniger communicated that the next Parks and Human Services Committee meeting is on April 17 at 5 p.m. and the topic will be an update on the Kent Valley Loop Trail project. G. Public Safety Committee. In the minutes. H. Public Works Committee. Councilmember Higgins thanked the Administration Department for working on getting the funds for the residential traffic calming project. He noted that at the meeting last week it was verified that there are no leaks in the Landsburg mine and no contamination to the City's water supply. Mayor Cooke communicated that there was a water bottling company interested in setting up their operations at Clark Springs. I. Regional Fire Authority. Councilmember Thomas announced that the next meeting of the Regional Fire Authority will be held on May 31 at 5 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION 6 Kent City Council Meeting Minutes April 15, 2014 At 8:19 p.m., Mayor Cooke announced that the Council would recess into an Executive Session for five minutes to discuss property negotiations as authorized per RCW 42.30.110 (c). At 8:24 p.m., the Executive Session concluded and Mayor Cooke reconvened the regular meeting. ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION None. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. ' Ronald F. Moore, MMC City Clerk 7 a 4: 'r400 KENT w,s 1-T.. Public Hearing Item 5A. Consideration of Ordinance Renewing Six-Month Marijuana Zoning and Business License Moratorium - Sign Up Sheet For the Kent City Council Meeting of April 15, 2014 NAME Street Address Email Address Ex Jane Doe 1234 Main Street, Kent, WA 98032 jdoe@hotmail.com 1 I'�� O11 OfZ11�I�G i 0 `I�o(a S /1 (fie�t��0►1 �, Gctti�n k, - 'iael`a 2 �Gf� S�-�tit e9 3 IL .. 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