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OPERATIONS COMMITTEE MINUTES
July 17, 2012
Committee Members Present: Dana Ralph, Jamie Perry, Dennis Higgins, Chair
The meeting was called to order by D. Higgins at 4.02 p.m.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DATED JULY 3, 2012
J. Perry moved to approve the Operations Committee minutes dated July 3, 2012.
D. Ralph seconded the motion, which passed 3-0.
2. APPROVAL OF CHECK SUMMARY REPORT DATED JUNE 16 - JUNE 30, 2012
D. Ralph moved to recommend the City Council approve the Check Summary
Reports dated June 16 through June 30, 2012. J. Perry seconded the motion,
which passed 3-0.
3. RECOMMEND THE MAYOR BE AUTHORIZED TO ENTER INTO AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MAPLE VALLEY FOR CITY OF KENT JAIL
SERVICES WITH TERMS AND CONDITIONS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY.
(ADOPT)
City Attorney Brubaker commented that the City of Maple Valley does not have a city jail
facility. Negotiations between staff of the two cities resulted in the proposed agreement
that Maple Valley would be guaranteed at least two jail beds per night on an annual basis
at a cost to Maple Valley of $80,300 per year. Additional beds, if needed, would be
provided at a rate of $135 per day.
Committee Member Ralph inquired what fall back the City of Kent has should our jail
facility be full as to not accept Maple Valley inmates beyond the two per night as outlined
in the Interlocal agreement. City Attorney Brubaker noted that the City of Kent has a
contract with Chelan County to receive overflow inmates should that occur.
Committee Chair Higgins commended staff for their innovation and cost effectiveness in
reaching agreements with the City of Maple Valley for Jail and Municipal Court services.
Motion by J. Perry recommending the City Council authorize the Mayor to enter into
an Interlocal agreement with the City of Maple Valley for City of Kent Jail Services
for a two-year period. Motion seconded by D. Ralph. Motion passed 3-0.
Operations Committee Minutes
July 17, 2012
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6. LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS (APPROVE)
Economic Development Manager Kurt Hanson noted that all three appointments to the
LTAC are re-appointments for additional three-year terms. All three members, David
Kwok, Beth Sylves and John Casey have been excellent committee members that
contribute in all aspects. Each of the appointments is very engaged in the Kent
community and would serve the City of Kent well for an additional three-year term.
Committee Member Perry agreed and went on to note that David Kwok, Owner of the
Hampton Inn represents the Hoteliers; John Casey, Attorney with the Curran Law Firm
oversees administration of lodging tax funds; and, Beth Sylves from the Showare Center
oversees administration of lodging tax funds as well. All three are excellent
representatives of our business community.
Moved by D. Ralph, seconded by J. Perry, that the City Council approve
appointment of Beth Sylves, David Kwok and John Casey to the Lodging Tax
Advisory Committee for three-year terms. Motion passed 3-0.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:20 p.m. by D. Higgins.
Patrick Briggs J
Operations Committee Secretary