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OPERATIONS COMMITTEE MINUTES
JANUARY 15, 2008
Committee Members Present: Debbie Raplee, Les Thomas and Tim Clark
The meeting was called to order by Chair Tim Clark at 4:08 p.m.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DATED DECEMBER 4, 2007
Debbie Raplee moved to approve the minutes of the December 4, 2007,
Operation Committee meeting. Les Thomas seconded the motion, which
passed 3-0.
2. APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS DATED DECEMBER 15, 2007 AND DECEMBER 31,
2007
Finance Director Bob Nachlinger presented the vouchers for December 15, 2007 and
December 31, 2007, for approval.
Debbie Raplee moved to approve the vouchers dated December 15, 2007 and
December 31, 2007. Les Thomas seconded the motion, which passed 3-0.
3. TOWN SQUARE PLAZA UPDATE
Parks and Community Services Director Jeff Watling presented an update on the Town
Square Plaza. Mr. Watling explained that sewer, water, electricity and storm drainage
utilities had to be modified and changed, and that a sizable portion of soil was unsuitable
and had to be exported or treated. He noted that two challenges are currently
impacting completion: the mechanical chase and restroom building, and interpretation
of the electrical code pertaining to the water fountain. He spoke in detail about these
challenges, and said they are working through them. Watling then reported on the
project budget and schedule, noting that change orders are expected to exceed the
usual 10% contingency but that funds are available in the Parks CIP fund. He said the
opening is scheduled for June in time to host the Farmers Market, Cornucopia Days and
other summertime functions.
Operations Committee Minutes
January 15, 2008
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4. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH SEATTLE SOUTHSIDE VISITORS SERVICES
Economic Development Manager Ben Wolters presented the Interlocal Agreement with
Seattle Southside Visitors Services. Wolters requested approval of a new interlocal
agreement with Seattle Southside Visitors Services for promotion of tourism in the area.
He noted that this collaboration has been very position over the years. He pointed out
that this contract would be for one year, but would automatically renew each year unless
either party decides to withdraw. Tim Clark explained the work of Seattle Southside
Visitor Services and their partnership with the City.
Les Thomas moved to recommend for approval to the City Council the
Interlocal Agreement for Tourism and Marketing Services between Seattle
Southside Visitor Services and the City of Kent and to place it on Other
Business for the January IS, 2008, City Council meeting. Debbie Raplee
seconded the motion, which passed 3-0.
The meeting adjourned at 4:32 p.m.
Brenda Jacober, C Clerk
Acting Operations Committee Secretary