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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Committees - Public Safety (Committee) - 09/20/19940 MINUTES FROM PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING PRESENT: Judy Woods Christi Houser Leona Orr Jon Johnson SEPTEMBER 20, 1994 Roger Lubovich Norm Angelo Ed Crawford Meeting was called to order by Acting Chair Judy Woods at 5:05 p.m. NO PARKING ZONE ORDINANCE/SPEED LIMIT ORDINANCE/SPEED LIMIT RESOLUTION Lubovich indicated that since the No Parking Zone Ordinance, Speed Limit Ordinance, and Speed Limit Resolution are basically housekeeping items, he would like to address them at the same time. Lubovich indicated that there is very little codified that gives direction to the public, or even staff, as to specific no parking zones, time limits, and other parking restrictions. This information was removed some time ago in an effort to make the codification process simpler. However, it has created more difficulty in tracing what the limits and no parking zones are. The purpose of this amendment is to put specific no parking zones, limits, and other parking restrictions back into the ordinance so they are actually in the code book. The only other substantive change made is that disabled parking violations are being increased to $50, to match state law. Lubovich indicated that there is not a Speed Limit Ordinance in the code book right now. Again, it was taken out some time ago in an attempt to simplify codification because of the many pages. When this was done, however, a resolution was passed that actually re-established the speed limits. But again, its hard to trace. This ordinance puts a small provision back in the code book that says pursuant to state law, speed limits can be changed under certain findings or certain criteria by resolution. This identifies that there is a resolution to look up. Lubovich stated that with the number of pages involved, it would take quite a bit to codify and its a lot of expense when you want to make changes. Lubovich indicated that the Speed Limit Resolution has been updated because of annexations, changes in city streets, and parking zones in the last couple years. Leona Orr expressed concern that the speed limits contained in the resolution and the actual posted speeds north of 248th to 208th on 116th are inconsistent. After some discussion, Lubovich indicated that he would check to make sure that the posted speeds were consistent with what is on the books. No Parking Zone Ordinance: Leona Orr moved for adoption; Christi Houser seconded the motion. Motion passed 3-0. Speed Limit Ordinance: Christi Houser moved for adoption; Leona Orr seconded the motion. Motion passed 3-0. MINUTES FROM PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 1994 Page 2 of 2 Speed Limit Resolution: Christi Houser moved for adoption with the provision that Lubovich insure that the listed speed limits are consistent with what is posted; Leona Orr seconded the motion. Motion passed 3-0. Added Items: HOSPITAL LEVY INFORMATION Judy Woods indicated that Tim Clark had asked for information regarding the Hospital Levy and potential Impacts on the city. Woods further Indicated that she had talked with Mayor Rants from Tukwila, and they have evidently sent a very strong letter regarding the Issue. A copy of Tukwila's letter, along with a copy of a letter from Gary Locke, has been sent to Woods. Woods asked if Chief Angelo could provide any input on the issue. Chief Angelo explained that he has attended numerous meetings on this issue and stated that it has been very educational. He briefly explained the process, some of the negotiating going on, and what the potential impacts are to junior taxing districts such as flood districts and the fire districts. Angelo stressed that the decision on the hospital levy expedites the need for a decision of alternative means of financing for junior taxing districts. Angelo further stated that he believes in having informed voters, and if In political office, he would be very careful about the credibility attached to this issue. Woods asked if Angelo would work towards preparing some sort of resolution that expresses their concerns about the direction of this Issue. Woods stated that people need to be aware of what is going to happen If its approved. Leona Orr stated that she also feels people need, to be aware of what is going on. If they are making some sort of deal to take care of the flood districts for the next five years, then why are they asking for such an increase at this port. Christi Houser asked what we get from the increase — what kind of benefit is derived from belonging to a public hospital district. Consensus of the committee was to have Chief -Angelo draft a resolution expressing the concern of the City of Kent on this issue, and to taker it to Operations Committee the following week. Woods asked that Chief Angelo make sure that a copy of the draft resolution, along with a cover letter, was distributed to all council members prior to the meeting so that they are aware of the issues. Meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.