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Kent City Council Meeting Minutes
April 21, 2015
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 FROM COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION OR STAFF.
Chief Administrative Officer Derek Matheson recommended pulling Item 7C, Resolution
Approving Annexation/Deannexation Between Kent and Auburn for the 277th Corridor.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Public Recognition - Mayor Cooke announced the City of Kent's Employee of the
Month for the month of April 2015, Randy Pulkrabek. She noted that he works in the
Public Works Department, Water Division.
B. Historical Note from Kent's 125 Years - Mayor Cooke read an excerpt from
"Kent: Land of Opportunity." She noted that on May 18, 1890 the City of Kent was
incorporated. She discussed the Yesler plat and how it grew over the decades to
become the City of Kent.
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Councilmember Thomas communicated that Kent is the second city to be incorporated
in King County.
C. Access to Recreation Donation - Parks and Community Services Director Jeff
Watling noted that this item is an effort to ensure the youth have access to recreation
services. He stated that 1,049 scholarships were given out in 2014. Kevin Haslinger
from the Kent Parks Foundation Board presented the City with a check for $10,005.40.
Councilmember Higgins thanked the Parks Foundation for the donation and stated that
there are a lot of kids that get to participate in the track and field program thanks to
this.
D. Proclamation for Stand Against Racism Day - Mayor Cooke read and presented
Mike Schwartz, YWCA with the proclamation. Schwartz discussed the YMCA event this
Friday, April 24 and the mission of the YWCA. He thanked the Council for their support
and proclamation.
E. Community Events - Council President Ralph noted that the Thunderbirds made it
to game seven of the playoffs. She highlighted several upcoming events at the
ShoWare Center, to include Sesame Street, ladies football, the BeeGees, the Beatles,
and the Scorpions who are performing there on October 9.
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F. Public Safety Report - Police Chief Ken Thomas discussed Kent crime data as
compared to neighboring cities based on number of crimes per 1,000 residents. He
noted that he is presenting these slides to put in perspective what the crime really is in
our community. He stated that the City of Kent has the lowest rate of aggravated
assault and robberies in 2013 and 2014 and robberies are also about half of what it
was in 2006. He noted that burglaries are also half of what they were in 2006 and less
than neighboring cities. Auto thefts in Kent are almost 1/3 less than numbers from
2006 and also less than local cities in 2013 and 2014.
Councilmember Higgins noted that these statistics are very important to the
community and they need to be publicized because there is a perception that the City
is in trouble.
Council President Ralph concurred and noted that having information like this is crucial
and needs to be communicated. She pointed out that the numbers show that Kent is a
safer city than its surrounding cities. She said Kent is a safe community and we need
to talk about it. She thanked the Chief for the information and stated that perception
isn't the truth.
Councilmember Berrios noted that there have been a number of conversations about
this in the Public Safety Committee and the Police Department. He noted that there
are several programs that support these numbers. Crime, he said, is going to happen,
but the people that are committing these crimes need to know that they are going to
get caught because Kent takes crime serious. He appreciates the leadership and the
people out in the streets who make these results happen.
Chief Thomas added that this is a team effort and the officers on the street are doing a
great job, so are the evidence technicians, the Community Education Unit, and the
Corrections Department. He added that the numbers would not be like this if it wasn't
a combined effort between the police, residents, and businesses.
G. Intergovernmental Reports - Council President Ralph communicated that she
didn't attend the South County Area Transportation Board meeting and was in Olympia
accepting a proclamation for the City of Kent 125th Anniversary. She noted that the
topic at SCATBD was Sound Transit and encouraged the public to submit comments
concerning the light rail.
Councilmember Thomas confirmed that State Route 509 is still included the
transportation packages of the Senate and the House.
Councilmember Higgins communicated that the Sound Cities Association (SCA) Board
of Directors meeting was last Wednesday and they approved to send a letter to the
legislation encouraging them to adopt a transportation plan. He announced the Puget
Sound Regional Council added a seat for an SCA member on the project selection task
force. He stated that the Regional Transportation Committee approved a delay to the
strategic plan update to allow the Mayor's Service Guidelines Task Force to complete
their business before the plan update is finalized. He noted that there was also a
presentation on the King County Metro Long Range Plan and it's the first one done in
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10 years and they were asked to slow down in the completion of that plan so there is a
chance to get feedback from the service guidelines task force and others.
Councilmember Fincher noted that King Conservation District (KCD) has finalized their
work plan. She said it includes the criteria on how grants get distributed and explains
the particulars on how they are awarded. She said the election process will also get
looked at in order to have more people apply. The plan, she said, will go to the KCD
supervisors for the final stamp.
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Kristen Link, Seattle — Link stated she was the Development Manager for
Tarragon and spoke on behalf of Kent Station Apartments about the multi-tax
exemption. She noted that the project was originally designed in 2005; however, the
economic downturn prevented the project from moving forward. She stated that the
building deserves higher rents and they are excited about the project. She noted that
it will be good for the City and the downtown corridor.
2. Eric Bernard, Kent - Bernard discussed the Regional Fire Authority (RFA) and the
City of Kent. He felt that there have been millions of dollars wasted. He stated that the
RFA charges the City $3 million and the bill gets forwarded to the taxpayers. He stated
that this interlocal agreement increases the cost of services. He said this is the only
City with a fire benefit charge and an interlocal agreement. He said apparently the City
of Kent bills the RFA $850,000 for light bulbs, changing clocks, cleaning the parking
lot, etc. He said that is $4.4 million a year goes to the RFA.
Councilmember Higgins confirmed with Chief Administrative Officer Matheson that the
$3 million in interlocal agreement charges that Bernard mentioned is for fire marshal
and emergency management services. He added that if those services weren't
purchased from the RFA the City would have to hire its own employees to perform
those services and it would still be expenditure. Matheson also added that the City of
Auburn handles fire marshal and emergency management services in-house.
Councilmember Higgins asked Matheson to determine what the City of Auburn pays for
their fire marshal and emergency management services. Matheson added that he
could get the information, but the numbers may be skewed because fire marshal
services are based on the number of permits issued. Councilmember Higgins also
stated that the two amounts mentioned by Bernard shouldn't be added together since
the $850,000 is what the RFA pays the City for facility management and information
technology. Additionally, if the RFA wasn't receiving those services from the City they
would have to hire their own employees or contract out for those services, confirmed
Matheson.
Mayor Cooke confirmed that the amounts should be brought to the Operations
Committee.
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Councilmember Thomas noted that the comparison needs to be "apples to apples"
when comparing our services to Auburn.
3. April Santa Rosa, Kent - Santa Rosa spoke on behalf of the Chamber of
Commerce discussed the B&O tax. She stated that the Chamber favors the proposed
ordinance. The Chamber, she pointed out, worked hand-in-hand with the City on the
B&O tax. She stated that there have been attempts to move the B&O away from its
original intent for street maintenance and asked the Council to vote "yes" to honor the
commitment regarding this fundamentally flawed taxing system. She added that she
was a part of the discussions in 2012 and it was stressed over and over back then that
this is to fix potholes that haven't been addressed.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council President Ralph moved to approve Consent Calendar Items A through
N with the removal of Item C, seconded by Councilmember Thomas. Motion
carried 7-0.
A. Approval of the minutes - Approve. The minutes of the workshop and regular
council meeting of April 7 2015 were approved.
B. Payment of Bills - Approve. The payment of bills received through March 15 and
paid on March after auditing by the Operations Committee on April 7, 2015 were
approved.
C. Resolution Approving Annexation/Deannexation between Kent and Auburn
for the 2771h Corridor - Adopt. This item was removed from the Consent Calendar.
D. Consultant Services Agreement with RH2 Engineering Inc., for Armstrong
Springs Motor Control Center and Generator Upgrade Project - Accept. - The
Mayor was authorized to sign a consultant services agreement with RH2 Engineering
Inc. in an amount not to exceed $39,805.00 to provide engineering services for the
Armstrong Springs Motor Control Center and Generator Upgrade Project, subject to
final terms and conditions acceptable to the Public Works Director and City Attorney.
E. Ordinance Acknowledging the Merger of tw telecom inc., and Level 3
Communications - Adopt. - Ordinance No. 4145, acknowledging the merger of tw
telecom, inc., and Level 3 Communications, Inc., and approving the resulting indirect
change of control of the tw telecom franchise with conditions and establishing an
effective date, subject to final approval by the City Attorney was adopted.
F. Access to Recreation Donation - Accept. The Mayor was authorized to accept
the donation of $10,005.40 from Kent Parks Foundation for Access to Recreation
scholarships, amend the budget and authorize expenditures in the general fund
budget.
G. 2015 Recreational Boatinq Safety Federal Financial Assistance Grant -
Accept. - The Mayor was authorized to accept the 2015 Recreational Boating Safety
Federal Financial Assistance Grant from the Washington State Parks and Recreation
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Commission in the amount of $6,802, amend the budget, authorize expenditure of the
funds, and authorize the Police Chief to sign all necessary documents.
H. 2015 State Farm Insurance Illegal Street Racing Education Grant - Accent.
- The Mayor was authorized to accept the 2015 Illegal Street Racing Education Grant
from State Farm Insurance in the amount of $14,000, amend the budget, authorize
expenditure of the funds, and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
I. City of Kent Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) - Adopt.
- The Mayor was authorized to approve the 4th edition of the City's Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) and request the Mayor sign the Plan's Letter of
Promulgation and Introduction, with final terms and conditions acceptable to the City
Attorney.
J. Ordinance Amending Kent City Code 9.02.190 Entitled `Disorderly
Conduct" - Adopt. - Ordinance No.4146, amending Section 9.02.190 of the Kent City
Code, entitled "Disorderly Conduct," to provide it is a crime to "aggressively solicit"
any item, tangible or intangible, from any person in a public place was adopted.
K. 2015 Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs Traffic Safety
Equipment Grant - Accept. - The Mayor was authorized to accept the 2015
Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs Traffic Safety Equipment Grant in
the amount of $6,965, amend the budget, authorize expenditure of the funds and
authorize the Police Chief to sign all necessary documents.
L. Interlocal Agreement with Department of Social and Health Services -
Ratify/Accept. - The Mayor was authorized to ratify the Police Chief's execution of an
Interlocal Agreement with the Department of Social and Health Services to fund Kent
Police Department's involvement in the state "Draw the Line Campaign" in accordance
with the agreement's terms, authorize acceptance of the $1,000 grant, amend the
budget, and authorize expenditure of the funds.
M. School Zone Traffic Safety Camera Contract or Contract Amendment with
American Traffic Solutions - Authorize. - The Mayor was authorized to enter into
a contract or contract amendment with American Traffic Solutions for the addition of
Meridian Elementary and Millennium Elementary to the school zone traffic safety
camera program, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney
and Police Chief.
N. Morford Meadows 2 Final Plat - Approve. - The Mayor was authorized to
approve the Morford Meadows Division 2 Final Plat and sign the mylar.
OTHER BUSINESS
A. SE 256th Street Improvements - Accept as Complete. Tim LaPorte, Public
Works Director introduced Mark Madfai, Engineering Supervisor who gave a brief
history of the 25 year project. He stated that this item is the final acceptance for this
project. He noted that the City received a grant for this $7 million project. He stated
that construction began in 2013 and highlighted what improvements were made.
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Councilmember Boyce communicated that this project came in $600,000 under budget
and thanked the City staff for doing a great job.
Councilmember Higgins thanked the City staff for their work and dedication in getting
this project completed. He also thanked the businesses for paying the B&O tax.
Councilmember Higgins moved to authorize the Mayor to accept the SE 256`'
Street Improvements Project as complete and release retainage to
Goodfellow Brothers, Inc. upon receipt of standard releases from the state
and the release of any liens, seconded by Council President Ralph. Motion
carried 7-0.
B. Ordinance Amending Kent City Code 3.28.130 Regarding Business and
Occupation Tax — Adopt. Aaron BeMiller, Finance Director communicated that under
the existing city code, the Business & Occupation (B&O) tax revenues go first to
necessary administrative expenses, then the next $4.7 million is dedicated generally to
the maintenance and improvement of the city's street system, and any revenue
remaining after paying those amounts is applied to the capital improvement fund. He
stated that this ordinance allocates all B&O tax revenue, other than costs to administer
the program, to maintain and preserve city streets. As a result, all monies earned in
excess of $4.7 million will also be dedicated for street purposes, rather than being
allocated to the capital improvement fund. He presented the Finance six-year capital
improvement fund forecast and estimated that the B&O would be above the $4.7
million by $800,000 each year. He highlighted the 4 percent utility tax the Council
allocated to IT capital and street capital which is currently being used to pay down the
debt in the CIP fund. Based on these payments, the CIP fund started 2015 with $4.5
million deficit balance and at the end of the year the projection is that the debt will be
$1.3 million. At the end of 2016, he stated that the projection is that that balance will
go down to about $1 million and the City could begin to use $800,000 of the funds,
$400,000 each for IT capital and street capital. BeMiller stated that in 2018 the Council
would begin to see general capital funds and in 2020, the Council will be able to use
about $1.1 million for that purpose. He reviewed the 30 percent sales tax funds that
go into the CIP. He highlighted what would occur if the B&O cap was removed in or at
the end of 2015, which removes the debt and delays the IT capital and street capital
until 2017.
Councilmember Berrios clarified that $600,000 of B&O funds are allocated for staff and
$100,000 for IT. He further confirmed that any savings from staff are shifted to the
street fund and moved to the CIP. BeMiller confirmed for Councilmember Berrios that
this year his department is understaffed and there would be a savings of about
$350,000 to $400,000.
Councilmember Fincher inquired what would happen if the date was revised to July 1,
2016 and BeMiller stated that there would be about $400,000 more and about
$200,000 would go to IT capital and street capital.
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Councilmember Ranniger confirmed that the revisions are if the City stays the course
there will be an increased amount in general capital and the IT capital and street
capital funds would be fully funded faster.
Councilmember Thomas moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4147, amending the
Business and Occupation tax code by allocating all revenue, after payment of
necessary administrative costs, to the maintenance and improvement of the
City's existing street system, seconded by Councilmember Boyce.
Council President Ralph stated that the conversations referencing B&O were long and
many. She noted that compromise occurred between the businesses, City staff, and
the Council. She said a sunset clause wasn't included and a $4.7 million cap was. She
stated that the positive part is that some funds would go to debt and in 2011 $1.2
million would go to streets when the Capital Improvement Fund was paid off. It would
also allow for that same amount to go to IT which has some significant needs. She felt
if the City stays the course and keeps things the way they are it brings $400,000
additional funds into streets in 2016 and $1.2 million into streets in 2017. It also
brings the City closer to fully funding the streets sooner. She felt it is short sided to
change what the City is doing at the present time.
Council President Ralph moved to amend the motion to add the terms `with
an effective date of January 1, 2017" after the word "system", seconded by
Councilmember Thomas.
Councilmember Berrios communicated that it was clear what the intention was for the
B&O. He stated that it was clear that these dollars were going to be used for roads. He
stated that there is a $4.7 million cap and each year with a cap, as the cost of
products goes up, there will be fewer projects done. He discussed the costs related to
the B&O administrative staff and added that the Public Works Director says he needs
more money for roads and the Council is using it to pay down debt. He noted that
there was no intention to pay down debt given to the business community. He
discussed the utility tax increases and noted that his business is paying $918 more to
take care of roads. He said a portion of the B&O is being used for staff and pay down
debt and said he struggles with this. He appreciated Councilmember Higgins'
comments on 256th and felt the business community is paying for the roads. He
highlighted that the original ordinance expresses concerns about delaying the City's
ability to invest in new capital projects and noted that roads are capital projects.
Councilmember Higgins stated he agrees with the goal to put all of B&O money to
street maintenance.
Councilmember Thomas called for a point of order.
Mayor Cooke reminded the Council that the discussion should be restricted to
the amendment.
Councilmember Higgins stated that there have been two tremendous pieces of news
from the bond rating agencies and that can only lead to good things. He said he is
proud the City accomplished that and the B&O had a role in it. He felt if the Council
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stays the course with the current ordinance there will be an extra $400,000 to put into
streets. He added that something like this shouldn't be considered in the middle of the
budget cycle and agreed with the amendment.
Councilmember Ranniger stated the City should stay the course and not make a
decision tonight. She felt this is premature. She noted that the positive bond rating
shows that the City is heading in the right direction. She felt the decision should be
made next year during the budget process. She was opposed to the amendment.
A vote was taken on the motion on the table to amend the original motion by
adding the terms "with an effective date of January 1, 2017" after the word
"system." Motion carried 4-3. Councilmembers Berrios, Boyce, and Ranniger
dissented.
Councilmember Boyce communicated that there are many opportunities in this City
and it has always been clear that the funding was to be used for the roads in the City
of Kent. He stated there is still an increased need to address the issues with the roads.
A vote was taken on the amended motion on the table to adopt Ordinance No.
4147, amending the Business and Occupation tax code by allocating all
revenue, after payment of necessary administrative costs, to the maintenance
and improvement of the City's existing street system with an effective date of
January 1, 2017. Motion carried 4-3. Councilmembers Berrios, Boyce, and
Ranniger dissented.
C. Financial Sustainability Task Force - Establish. - Chief Administrative Officer
Derek Matheson discussed the formation of a financial sustainability task force. He
explained that communicated that the Council discussed the establishment of a l
financial sustainability task force at their February 15 Strategic Planning Retreat to
provide guidance on the City's long-term finances. The establishment of the task force
and their operating guidelines were approved by the Operations Committee at their
April 7 meeting. Since that time there have been conversations with the Mayor and
Council President concerning the appointment process, specifically to have greater
councilmember involvement. Therefore, he said, the City staff recommends that the
second bullet in the operating guidelines under "Structure" be changed to "Appointed
by the Mayor with consultation from the Council President and two Councilmembers
and confirmed by the City Council."
Council President Ralph moved to establish a Financial Sustainability Task
Force consistent with the operating guidelines included in the City Council
packet, but changing the second bullet point under "Structure" as follows,
"Appointed by the Mayor with consultation from the Council President and
two Councilmembers and confirmed by the City Council", seconded by
Councilmember Thomas. Motion carried 7-0.
Councilmember Higgins noted that this is a very important issue and there has been
some great progress in the City's finances. However, there is still work to do. He
stated that more ideas are needed and the City needs help with Parks, the Police
Headquarters, etc.
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D. Multi Family Tax Exemption Contract — Authorize. - Matt Gilbert, Principal
Planner highlighted the multi-family housing property tax exemption agreement with
Kent Station Phase III, LLC. He noted that this program was made available to cities
from the legislature to assist in development in the core of cities. He noted that the
program is a development incentive for developers to pay a lower property tax for
eight years, excluding the value of the building from the property tax. He added that
the value of the land would only be paid for eight years and the building value would
be added back into the tax rate in year nine. He estimated that the tax revenues that
wouldn't be received would be about $210,000 per year for eight years based on a
comparison to The Platform. The contract locks the developer into what they say they
will build and the tax exemption isn't given until the project is complete and the
exemption would. begin on January 1 after project completion.
Councilmember Thomas discussed the exemption and confirmed that The Platform
didn't apply for this exemption.
Councilmember Higgins inquired why the building is being built prior to this coming to
the Council. Gilbert replied that this is a separate matter from the permitting and the
developer could have come in earlier. He noted that it was imperative that they began
working on constructing the building first.
Councilmember Ranniger verified that only the property tax collection for the building
portion would be deferred for eight years and the school district and fire would also be
missing out on these revenues.
Councilmember Fincher inquired what the amount would be that the school district and
fire would be losing if this was adopted. Gilbert replied that if the building is estimated
to be worth $20 million the school portion would be around $86,000 annually and fire
district would not be receiving about $15,000 annually. He noted that the county
would also not receive $21,000 annually.
Ben Wolters, Economic and Development Director communicated that there are
different projects and this was important for getting Tarragon to begin their project.
He agreed that the success of The Platform was an incentive for them to begin
building. However, Tarragon moved forward with the idea that the incentive would be
available to them. He stated that this incentive is needed to continue to attract these
types of developers to Kent.
Mayor Cooke asked if there is any risk if the Council denies this type of tax exemption
and City Attorney Brubaker confirmed that there is risk and this decision is open to
consideration to the hearing examiner if the Council denies it.
Councilmember Berrios stated he wasn't sure why the Council was going through this
process because there is an ordinance and they meet the criteria.
Wolters reviewed the three steps of this process which were for the developer to apply
and meet the criteria, sign a contract to ensure what is built meets the criteria, and to
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certify that the developer did fulfill the terms of the contract. At that time, he said, the
City files the documents with King County to grant the tax exemption.
Councilmember Boyce moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the Multifamily
Housing Property Tax Exemption Agreement with Kent Station Phase III,
L.L.C. subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the Economic and
Community Development Director and City Attorney, seconded by
Councilmember Higgins.
Council President Ralph stated she will be supporting this motion and said the
ordinance is in place and Tarragon is applying for something that is already there. She
noted that conditions have changed since the ordinance was adopted and felt there
needs to be some work done on it in the future to ensure the City is getting quality
projects which will boost economic development in the City. She urged the Council to
support it and wants the ordinance to come before the Economic & Community
Development Committee in the future for discussion.
Councilmember Higgins stated that this is an incentive that the Council put into place
and renewed last year with this sort of project in mind. He stated that they have done
everything expected of them and also suggested the Council look at this ordinance in
the future.
Councilmember Boyce stated that this came in front of the Council in 2014 and will be
supporting the incentive. He agreed the ordinance needs to be discussed by the
Economic & Community Development Committee soon.
Councilmember Thomas stated that this developer meets the criteria and Goodman
(The Platform) chose not to use the incentive. He said he favored with the item.
A vote was taken on the motion on the table which carried 7-0.
E. Ordinance Approving 2015 Internal Financing - LED Lighting Replacement
Project - Adopt. - Aaron BeMiller, Finance Director presented the proposed ordinance
and communicated where the funds would come from for this item. He added that
there would be a savings of $230,000 per year in electricity costs and the City has
received a grant for $375,000.
Councilmember Thomas moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4148, approving the
internal financing for the LED Lighting Replacement Project in an amount not
to exceed $2,245,000, seconded by Councilmember Fincher.
Councilmember Thomas discussed a similar project in Bellevue and is in favor of the
motion.
Councilmember Higgins communicated his being in favor of this motion and stated that
it is financially and environmentally appealing to the City.
A vote was taken on the motion on the table. Motion carried 7-0.
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BIDS
A. Asphalt Grinding Project - Award. - Mark Hewlett, Design Engineer Manager
highlighted the bid and noted that Muller Construction was the lowest responsible
bidder. He outlined that the project consists of paving approximately 10-foot wide
sections of pavement for approximately 35,000 linear feet on various roadways
throughout Kent.
Councilmember Higgins moved to award the Asphalt Grinding project to
Mulier Construction in the amount of $64,963.30 and authorize the Mayor to
sign all necessary documents, subject to final terms and conditions
acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director, seconded by
Council President Ralph. Motion carried 7-0.
REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES, STAFF AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES
A. Council President. - Council President Ralph thanked the Councilmembers for
their work on the dais. She noted that there was a presentation at the workshop from
WRIA-9. There will be an agreement from WRIA-9 for consideration of the Public
Works Committee in the near future, she said. She noted that there was also a
presentation from the City staff concerning capital facilities planning which is a portion
of the Comprehensive Plan and contains all the different needs the City has which will
be discussed and an upcoming Land Use and Planning Board meeting prior to being
introduced to the full Council. The final presentation was from the City Attorney Tom
Brubaker concerning the City's procurement policy and it will also be going to the full
Council in two weeks.
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B. Mayor. - Mayor Cooke thanked the Council and City staff for their work on
bettering the City's bond rating. She noted that Moody's bettered the City's bond
rating by three notches, which she highlighted, is rare. She stated that the Council has
been dedicated to reducing debt and the B&O tax assisted the City in that goal and
was a factor in bettering the rating. She noted that because the B&O is such a critical
factor she finds that removing the cap even on January 1, 2017 is unnerving towards
the City's financial future. She added that the Council appointing of the financial
sustainability task force for them to look at the strength of the City's economics.
Therefore, based on that Mayor Cooke announced her veto of the B&O vote from this
evening.
Ordinance No. 4147, amending the Business and Occupation tax code by
allocating all revenue, after payment of necessary administrative costs, to the
maintenance and improvement of the City's existing street system with an
effective date of January 1, 2017 was VETOED by Mayor Cooke.
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C. Chief Administrative Officer. - Matheson communicated that the Chief
Administrative Officer Report is in the Council packet and there is no executive
session.
D. Economic & Community Development Committee. - No report.
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E. Operations Committee. - No report.
F. Parks and Human Services Committee. - Councilmember Ranniger announced
the next Parks and Human Services Committee meeting is on April 23, 2015 at 5 p.m.
in the Council Chambers.
G. Public Safety Committee. - No report.
H. Public Works Committee. - Councilmember Higgins commented that the period
for the link light rail public comment is through May 31. He encouraged people to get
involved with the process.
I. Regional Fire Authority. - No report.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:17 pm
Ronald F, oor MC
City Clerk
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