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Kent City Council Meeting Minutes
September 15, 2015
The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by
Mayor Cooke.
Councilmembers present: Ralph, Berrios, Boyce, Fincher, Higgins and Thomas.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA FROM COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION OR STAFF. Chief
Administrative Officer Derek Matheson recommended adding a Proclamation for
National Public Lands Day at Burlington Green Park between items 4E and 4F.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Historical Note from Kent's 125th Anniversary - Zachary VanTassal, Executive
Director of the Greater Kent Historical Museum gave a presentation concerning the
history of flooding and its prevention in the City of Kent.
B. Public Recognition - Mayor Cooke discussed the Punjabi Sports Camp and
introduced representatives from the camp. She recognized Kentlake High School
senior, Rajjat Chauhan, who participated in the United States Powerlifting Association
National Championships this past July in Las Vegas, Nevada. Chauhan won his division
at the event and set both a national and state record in the squat, and state record in
bench press, and dead lift. She also communicated that he has won the State
Championship for the past four years. Kentwood High student, Avtar Singh was also
recognized by the Mayor for his powerlifting. Another powerlifter was introduced and
he was also recognized for his achievements in being the state champion in his weight
over the past four years.
C. Proclamation for Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry - Mayor Cooke
introduced Wendy Gall from The Emergency Feeding Program of Seattle and King
County who accepted the proclamation. Gall communicated that Safeway, Fred Meyer,
and QFC are three locations that residents can donate food and their website is
www.emergencyfeeding_org.
Councilmember Thomas noted that the Kent Food Bank is also another site in which
residents can donate food.
D. Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week - Mayor Cooke introduced Battalion
Chief Tom Bettenson and read the proclamation. Chief Bettenson accepted the
proclamation and announced that Fire Prevention Week is October 4 - 10. He added
that this year there will be open houses at one of the fire stations each month.
E. Proclamation for Constitution Week - Mayor Cooke introduced Tracey Harrison
from the Lakota Chapter of the Daughters of the Revolution and presented her with a
proclamation celebrating the U.S. Constitution. Harrison noted that this event is
celebrated annually from the week of September 17 - 23.
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Ea.Proclamation for National Public Lands Day at Burlington Green- Mayor
Cooke introduced Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Jeff Watling who
accepted the proclamation.
F. Community Events - Council President Ralph noted that the Kent Spotlight Series
begins on October 2 and noted some of the events that will be taking place as a part of
the series. She highlighted the events coming up at the ShoWare Center, to include
the Seattle Thunderbirds home opener, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Scorpions, the
circus, and other events.
Councilmember Fincher noted that there will be a bust revealed in the lobby of City
Hall on Sunday at 5 p.m. of Mexican independence leader Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla.
She noted that it will be a celebration of the Mexican culture.
G. Public Safety Report - Police Chief Ken Thomas began the report with the
swearing in of Kenneth Holifield. He highlighted Holifield's background and discussed
his family and career. Mayor Cooke swore in Corrections Officer Holifield.
Thomas called up Assistant Chief John Straus and Detective Hemmitt and discussed
the work the Police Department has done concerning crime. He communicated that the
robberies in the City are down 14 percent from last year and that residential burglaries
are down 18 percent this year. Robbery crime rates are one-third of what the City was
in 2006 and the same one-third less than Seattle now. He noted that the teams
assembled by Straus and Hemmitt have dealt with gangs and have led to drug busts
over the past year. Additionally, he communicated that the Police Department has
partnered with agencies in the region to form the Guns, Gangs, and Drugs Task Force
that will focus on regional issues and address those that are committing these crimes.
Councilmember Higgins thanked the Police Department for their efforts.
H. Intergovernmental Reports - Council President Ralph said she attended the
South County Area Transportation Board where WSDOT communicated on where the
funding approved in the legislature will go and that it will take time for the work to be
completed. The second presentation was from King County Metro and their long range
planning process. She communicated that there is some real work going on between
Sound Transit and Metro to determine how they both can come together and serve
King County.
Councilmember Berrios stated that on September 2 he attended the Puget Sound
Regional Council meeting where he is an alternate for the Economic Development
District Board. He added that the forecast for the next 25 years is that there will be
about a million more people moving into this area by 2040 with an additional 800,000
more jobs. He noted that the region needs to continue to plan for this growth.
Councilmember Fincher noted that the King Conservation District will meet in October
and she encouraged people to go to the website or Facebook for free services.
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Councilmember Boyce stated that at the Sound Cities Association Public Issues
Committee (PIC) meeting there was a discussion on ending homelessness. He noted
that there was a sharing of knowledge and Merina Hanson presented at the meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING
A. 2016 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment - Mayor Cooke noted that she will
be presenting her recommendations for the 2016 Mid-Biennium Budget on September
29 at 5 p.m. at a Special Meeting of the City Council.
Aaron BeMiller, Finance Director noted that the mid-biennium budget will be balanced
and presented the highlights of the adjustment. He reviewed some of the upcoming
and continuing budgetary items that the Mayor is taking into consideration.
Mayor Cooke opened the public hearing.
No one from the public wished to address this item.
Councilmember Boyce moved to close the public hearing, seconded by
Councilmember Thomas. Motion carried 6-0.
B. 2016-2021 Capital Improvement Plan - Aaron BeMiller highlighted the 2016
- 2021 Capital Improvement Plan and discussed its purpose for the City. He noted that
the City currently has $36 million in projects and funding for all of them is identified.
Mayor Cooke opened the public hearing.
No one from the public wished to address this item.
Councilmember Boyce moved to close the public hearing, seconded by
Councilmember Thomas. Motion carried 6-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Toni Troutner, Kent - Troutner communicated that the parks are not sustainable.
She stated that the Council needs to come up with ideas and develop a plan to protect
the investments in the parks. She added that the parks are important to the residents
and families.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council President Ralph moved to approve Consent Calendar items A through
I, seconded by Councilmember Thomas. Motion carried 6-0.
A. Approval of the Minutes - Approve. The minutes of the workshop and regular
council meeting of September 1, 2015 were approved.
B. Approval of Bills - Approve. Bills received through August 15 and paid on August
15 after auditing by the Operations Committee on September 1, 2015 were approved.
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C. Excused Absence for Councilmember Deborah Ranni er g — Approve. The
council was authorized to approve an excused absence for Councilmember Ranniger as
she is unable to attend the City Council meeting of September 15, 2015.
D. Consolidating Budget Adjustment Ordinance for Adiustments between
April 1 2015 and June 30, 2015 - Adopt. Ordinance No. 4168, consolidating
budget adjustments made between April 1, 2015 and June 30, 2015, reflecting an
overall budget increase of $3,405,773 was adopted.
E. Ordinance to Repeal Independent Salary Commission — Adopt. Ordinance
No. 4169, repealing Chapter 2.58 of the Kent City Code, entitled "Independent Salary
Commission" was adopted.
F. Cumulative Grant Donations to the Auto Theft Task Force Fund — Authorize.
The Mayor was authorized to accept additional grant funds from the Washington Auto
Theft Prevention Authority in the amount of $72,332.14, amend the budget, and
authorize expenditure of the funds to reimburse members of the PATROL Task Force in
accordance with the grant terms and conditions.
G. School Zone Traffic Safety Camera Program Fund Expenditures - Authorize.
The Mayor was authorized to sign all documents related to the expenditure of School
Zone Traffic Safety Camera Program funds in an amount not to exceed $845,000, in
order to provide corrections facility renovations, traffic safety equipment, a use of
force training simulator, as well as pay for some police overtime, and, finally, Power
DMS (Document Management Simplified) for the years 2015 and 2016, amend the
budget, and authorize expenditures consistent with this motion. j
H. Park Place Lane Final Plat (SU-2013-1/RPP5-2150547) — Approve. The
council approved the final plat mylar for Park Place Lane and the Mayor was authorized
to sign the mylar.
I. 2015 Asphalt Grinding — Accept as Complete. The Mayor was authorized to
accept the 2015 Asphalt Grinding project as complete and release retainage to Mulier
Construction upon receipt of standard releases from the state and the release of any
liens.
OTHER BUSINESS
None.
BIDS
A. 76t" Avenue S. Storm Drainage Improvements Project — Award. Tim
LaPorte, Public Works Director discussed the bid and recommended the Council award
the bid to Accord Contractors. He verified for Mayor Cooke the precise location of this
project.
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Councilmember Higgins moved to award the 76'h Ave. S. Storm Drainage
Improvements project to Accord Contractors in the amount of $79,868.00 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 6-0.
REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES, STAFF AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES
A. Council President. - Council President Ralph noted that there is a special meeting
of the Council on September 29 at 5 p.m. concerning the Mayor's Presentation of the
2016 Mid-Biennial Budget. She noted that residents are free to communicate with the
Council and the Mayor's Office on the budget. She stated that at the workshop there
was a presentation from the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director about the
state and sustainability of the parks and trail system in Kent. She noted that this is
about taking care of the investment and the system is in need of repair. She added
that it will be up to the Council to determine how to pay for what we have. It is a lot of
work and a lot of work has been done on the transportation system, now it's time to
address parks. She noted that the second presentation was on the City's stormwater
projects.
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B. Mayor. - Mayor Cooke highlighted that she attended the Master Builders
Association meeting where she was on a discussion panel. She noted that the main
concern at the event is that there isn't enough buildable land in this region. She also
added that the State Auditor's Office has completed their accountability audit and
financial audit of the City of Kent and the City had no findings and did not receive any
management letters. The City was issued a "clean" report, she said. Mayor Cooke also
noted that there is nothing to report on the Lower Russell Road Levee and Van Doren's
Landing Park issue. She stated that she is opposed to allowing the park to be moved to
make way for the levee. She continued and stated that the King County Metro Service
Guidelines Task Force meeting tomorrow may produce a recommendation as to how
King County Metro prioritizes their routes and the types of services offered. There is an
attempt to shift the paradigms that have been established in King County Metro and
allow for some alternative transportation services.
C. Chief Administrative Officer. - Chief Administrative Officer Derek Matheson
communicated that the first installment of the Equity and Social Justice training will
take place Wednesday and Friday of this week. He noted that the Chief Administrative
Officer Report is in the packet and there will be a ten minute Executive Session for
property negotiations with possible action.
D. Economic & Community Development Committee. - In the minutes.
E. Operations Committee. - No meeting and prior meeting minutes are available.
I. Parks and Human Services Committee. - Councilmember Fincher stated that
there are assets that have been shut down on parks in the City. She also highlighted
that $500,000 is available for development at Morrill Meadows for the YMCA, Hogan
Park at Russell Road Field 1, and at Lake Meridian Park. She discussed what happens
when parks are open and how it benefits communities, to include the negative side of
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parks being closed. She highlighted the comparisons between the park systems of the
local jurisdictions. She added that there is an $8.86 million unfunded balance in the
City's parks and trail system. She highlighted the upcoming events at the City's parks
and that the women's shelter will open on October 1.
G. Public Safety Committee. - Councilmember Berrios communicated that Drug
Take Back Day in the City in the Police Department is October 6 from 10 a.m. to 2
p.m. He also noted that the Kent and Federal Way school districts are in session so the
school zone cameras are up and running. He warned drivers to pay attention to their
speeds.
H. Public Works Committee. - No report, and the next meeting is on September 21
in the Council Chambers.
I. Regional Fire Authority. - Councilmember Thomas noted that there was a
discussion about oil trains and what would happen if there was a derailment. There is a
fireman's retirement luncheon and a regular meeting at Station #74 at 5:30 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Property Negotiations, as per RCW 42.30.130(1)(c).
At 8:24 p.m., Mayor Cooke announced that the Council would enter into an
Executive Session for ten minutes to discuss property negotiations as per
RCW 42,30.110(1)(c).
At 8:34 p.m., Mayor Cooke extended the Executive Session for ten minutes.
At 8:44 p.m., Mayor Cooke extended the Executive Session for ten minutes.
At 8:52 p.m., the Executive Session concluded and Mayor Cooke reconvened
the regular meeting.
ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Cooke introduced Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Jeff Watling.
Watling communicated that as part of the City's efforts on parks sustainability the City
has been working on surplusing properties. One of those opportunities is Pine Tree
Park which has development challenges and doesn't provide immediate access to
residents. He noted that it is a ten acre parcel and an offer has been received to
purchase the property for $2 million.
Councilmember Fincher moved to authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary
documents to complete the sale of the Pine Tree Park property, King County
parcel number 322205-9116 in an amount not less than $2 million with
adjustments for reasonable closing costs, subject to the approval of the
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director and City Attorney, seconded
by Councilmember Higgins. Motion carried 6-0.
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Watling noted that this was a part of the King County Forward Thrust funds purchase
and will be used to address parks development.
City Attorney Tom Brubaker communicated that the Kent Ice Center has a 42 year
lease that is set to expire in 2040 and they want a 15 year lease and extension. They
have agreed to allow the Seattle Thunderbirds to utilize the center for practices, thus
allowing the ShoWare Center to be used to book performances.
Councilmember Thomas moved to authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary
documents to extend the Kent Ice Center lease by an additional 15 years on
the condition that the lessee enter into a binding practice ice time agreement
for the term of the lease, subject to the approval of final terms and conditions
by the City Attorney, seconded by Council President Ralph. Motion carried 6-
0.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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