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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Minutes - 10/1/2019 (2) Approved Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Date: October 1, 2019 Time: 7:01 p.m. Place: Crystal Mountain Hall at Kent Commons 1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE Mayor Ralph called the meeting to order. 2. ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Toni Troutner Councilmember Present Marli Larimer Councilmember Present Bill Boyce Council President Present Dana Ralph Mayor Present Satwinder Kaur Councilmember Present Dennis Higgins Councilmember Present Les Thomas Councilmember Present Brenda Fincher Councilmember Present 3. AGENDA APPROVAL A. Approved the Agenda as Presented RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Council President SECONDER: Les Thomas, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Thomas, Fincher 4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Ralph recognized Diana Khalilova and Kevin Sanic and commended them for attending the City Council meeting at the beginning of their civics class. Khalilova and Sanic indicated they are attending tonight's meeting to fulfill a requirement of their civics class at Kentwood High School. A. Public Recognition 1. Employee of the Month Mayor Ralph recognized Dave Hobbs as the City's Employee of the Month. Councilmember Thomas recognized Hobbs as a Kiwanis member that goes above and beyond. Hobbs expressed his appreciation for the recognition and thanked the person that nominated him for the award. 2. Proclamation for the Lunar Rovers Celebrating the 50th Anniversary Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 2 of 9 Mayor Ralph read the proclamation for the Lunar Rovers 50th Anniversary celebration and indicated the month of October is Lunar Rover Month. Mayor Ralph presented the proclamation to Boeing Company Historian, Mike Lombardi. Lombardi expressed his appreciation for the proclamation and expressed thanks to Boeing employees, retired Boeing employees, and the Kent community. Lombardi indicated he is grateful to Mayor Ralph, Michelle Wilmot and staff for recognizing the important role Kent played in us going to the moon - few communities that can claim what we can - a spacecraft on the moon. 3. Proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month Mayor Ralph read the proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and presented it to Angela Dannenbring, Executive Director with DAWN. Dannenbring expressed her appreciation of the proclamation and provided statistics of DAWN's work throughout the Kent community. Mayor Ralph indicated the DAWN offices are located in downtown Kent and they are working tirelessly to support victims of domestic violence and make them survivors in addition to working on prevention. 4. Reappointments to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Mayor Ralph recognized Bryan Powell, John Casey, David Kwok and Tim Higgins as reappointments to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. B. Community Events Council President Boyce provided information on upcoming events at the accesso ShoWare Center. Visit accessoShoWare.com for event details. Council President Fincher advised of the two upcoming City Council candidate forums. October 16th at 6 p.m. at the Kent Commons, hosted by the Kent Cultural Communities Board and October 22nd at 6 p.m. at the Kent Commons, hosted by the Kent Black Action Commission. Fincher detailed past and upcoming Spotlight Series events. Councilmember Kaur advised of the Kent Rotary Backpack Buddies events that are held on the first Wednesdays of each month. The next event is October 2nd at 5:30 p.m. at the Seattle Union Gospel Mission in Kent. Visit the Kent Rotary Facebook page for additional details. C. Economic and Community Development Report City of Kent Chief Economic Development Officer, Bill Ellis provided the council with an update on the Naden Avenue assemblage. Washington State has approved channelization plans (access) to Willis Street. T his is a huge milestone as it will allow the developer to have direct access to Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 3 of 9 the highway. Negotiations continue with a hospitality development company in addition to negotiations with Puget Sound Energy regarding the easement and improvements to the interurban trail. Ellis indicated the right-of-way acquisition in front of Kent Elementary for the Meeker Street promenade will need to be unique to meet school's needs. Staff is working with the district and believe there is an opportunity to create new access from Meeker Street. Ellis indicated Liberty Motors purchased Valley Tools and will manufacture three-wheeled vehicles. This new business in downtown Kent is a direct result of the change to the DCE zoning - light manufacturing. Manini's Gluten-Free Pasta is expanding its Kent manufacturing business. Ellis detailed the changing nature of work and the importance of building a workforce pipeline from our schools directly into our manufacturing base. Additionally, Ellis talked about the need to invest in people and the place of work. Ellis indicated UPS has won broad FAA approval for delivery with drones. Ellis indicated there are plans to set up drug deliveries on hospital campuses. Ellis broke down the employment growth in the Valley. Ellis indicated the City of Kent has been awarded the John D. Spellman Preservation Award "honoring those who protect, restore, and interpret the places [lunar rovers] that tell our story." Ellis expressed appreciation of the work of Michelle Wilmot, Danielle Butsick, and the Kent Downtown Partnership. 5. REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES, COUNCIL, AND STAFF A. Mayor's Report Mayor Ralph recognized the City's Multimedia Department for winning five awards from the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors as follows: Category: Military Award of Honor for “Military Experience at the Kent Police Department” Category: Public Safety Award of Excellence for “Beyond the Blue - Police Rifle Training Day” Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 4 of 9 Category: Promotion of a City Award of Distinction for “We Are Kent 2019” Category: Instruction/Training Award of Honor for “The Launch of eConnect” Category: Use of Humor Award of Honor for “Porch Pirates Public Service Announcement” Mayor Ralph advised of the upcoming Town Hall Meetings that will be held October 19th from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Kentridge High School library and October 24th from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority Station 73 on the West Hill of Kent. B. Chief Administrative Officer's Report Chief Administrative Officer, Derek Matheson encouraged Council to focus on pages 28-29 and 90-91 of the proposed 2020 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment book. Staff will reach out to Councilmembers to compile questions for the October 15th workshop presentation. Matheson advised, Mayor Ralph appointed a new municipal court Judge, Anthony Gipe beginning January 1st. Gipe will take the place of the retiring Judge Phillips, to join Judge Michael Frans. Matheson's report is in tonight's agenda packet and there is no executive session. C. Councilmember's Reports Council President Boyce reported the Mayor presented her Proposed 2020 Mid-Biennium Adjustment during a special meeting tonight. The Mayor, Matheson and the leadership team worked together to determine one-time budget adjustments. Boyce expressed his appreciation for the proposed allocations to benefit the City's park system. Boyce advised the first Committee of the Whole meeting will be held on October 8th. Councilmember Larimer serves on the King Country Affordable Housing Committee and detailed the committees recommendations on the use of funds received through HB1406. The committee also heard a presentation that focused on viewing housing through the lens of equity. Councilmember Kaur serves on the King County Growth Management Council. During the last meeting the council received an update on the affordable housing committee's work on HB 1406 and the eight priority Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 5 of 9 actions. The Council also received an update on potential annexation areas and whether or not the annexation funds cities receive is adequate. Councilmember Higgins serves on the King County Regional Transit Committee. During the recent workshop, the committee reviewed the mobility framework and heard a presentation on the Equity Cabinet that was formed to review the Metro Connects Plan. The Cabinet identified census block groups that were in need of enhanced transit services. Many of these block groups are concentrated in South King County. Councilmember Troutner and Chief Padilla attended the recent Law, Safety and Justice Committee meeting. The committee discussed homelessness and the plan to create a King County Regional Homelessness Authority. Councilmember Thomas serves on the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority Governance Board and will meet on October 2nd at 5:30 at Station 78 in Covington. Councilmember Fincher serves on the Sound Cities Association Mental Illness and Drug Dependency Oversight Committee. The Committee focused on discussing the process of adding programs to the funding list. The Committee also discussed the five community courts operating throughout the county. Councilmember Fincher serves on the Sound Cities Association King Conservation District Advisory Committee. The food program grants were discussed with the main goal of enhancing the food delivery system and providing nutritionally dense food in the county. Councilmember Fincher provided details on past and upcoming Spotlight Series events. 6. PUBLIC HEARING None 7. PUBLIC COMMENT Tim Brown, a Kent resident, expressed his appreciation for everyone that participated in the Team Up 2 Clean Up event at Earthworks Park. Val Caspaar, a Kent Business owner in Kent suggested efficiencies in the fire department Zandria Michaud, a Kent resident, expressed her appreciation of the Council's change creating the Committee of the Whole. Michaud expressed her appreciation for the Council providing for additional funding for parks in the Mayor's Proposed 2020 Mid-Biennium Adjustment. Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 6 of 9 Van Hurst, a Kent resident, expressed his frustrations with City staff and the lack of response to repair potholes, handrails, a traffic controller, and guardrail. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Council President SECONDER: Les Thomas, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Thomas, Fincher A. Approval of Minutes 1. City Council Meeting - City Council Special Meeting - Sep 17, 2019 5:00 PM 2. Council Workshop - Workshop Special Meeting - Sep 17, 2019 5:05 PM 3. City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting - Sep 17, 2019 7:00 PM B. Payment of Bills MOTION: Approve the payment of bills received through 8/15/19 and paid on 8/15/19 and bills received through 8/31/19 and paid on 8/31/19, and approve the checks issued for payroll for 8/1/19-8/15/19 and paid on 8/20/19 and checks issued for payroll 8/16/19-8/31/19 and paid on 8/5/19, after auditing by the Operations Committee on 9/5/19. C. Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Public Hearing on the Comprehensive Plan/Capital Facilities Element Amendment to Incorporate School District Capital Facilities Plan and Update to Kent City Code Chapter 12.13, School Impact Fees MOTION: Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Public Hearing on the Comprehensive Plan/Capital Facilities Element Amendment to Incorporate School District Capital Facilities Plan and Update to Kent City Code Chapter 12.13, School Impact Fees. D. Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Second Public Hearing on the 2020 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment MOTION: Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Second Public Hearing on the 2020 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment. E. Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Second Public Hearing on the 2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 7 of 9 MOTION: Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Second Public Hearing on the 2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan. F. Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Public Hearing on the 2019 Tax Levy for the 2020 Budget MOTION: Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Public Hearing on the 2019 Tax Levy for the 2020 Budget. G. Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Public Hearing to Consider Declaring Certain Public Utility Equipment and Materials Surplus MOTION: Set October 15, 2019 as the Date for the Public Hearing to Consider Declaring Certain Public Utility Equipment and Materials Surplus. H. Puget Sound Energy Schedule 74 Underground Conversion Project Construction Agreement – Fourth Avenue and Willis Roundabout – Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign a Schedule 74 Underground Conversion Construction Agreement with Puget Sound Energy in an amount not to exceed $ 112,430. to underground existing overhead power in the vicinity of the Willis Street and 4th Avenue South intersection, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. I. Consultant Services Agreement with KPG, P.S. for the Fourth and Willis Roundabout Drainage and Landscape Design – Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign a Consultant Services Agreement with KPG, Inc, in an amount not to exceed $78,801. for drainage and landscape design for the Willis Street and 4th Avenue South roundabout project, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. J. Quit Claim Deed and Temporary Construction Easement between the City of Kent and the Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority – Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign a quit claim deed to Sound Transit for a 186 square-foot portion of King County Tax Parcel No. 282204-9017, and a temporary construction easement on the same parcel that will remain in effect until December 31, 2024. K. Easement for Puget Sound Energy - 640 Pressure Zone North Pump Station No. 1 – Authorize Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 8 of 9 MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign all documents necessary to provide Puget Sound Energy an easement for power service on parcel No. 1722059184 for the 640 Pressure Zone North Pump Station; subject to the final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. L. Commercial Electric Facilities Contract with Puget Sound Energy Power Service Upgrade for 640 Pressure Zone Pump Station – Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign a Commercial Electric Facilities Contract with Puget Sound Energy in an amount not to exceed $139,242.77, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. M. Solid Waste Management Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance Agreement with State of Washington Department of Ecology – Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign the Department of Ecology Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance Agreement Grant in the amount not to exceed $61,070.67, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. N. Resolution of Intent – Sales and Use Tax for Affordable Housing - Adopt MOTION: Adopt Resolution No. 1995, declaring the City's intent to authorize a sales and use tax for affordable and supportive housing in accordance with Substitute House Bill 1406. O. Ordinance Adopting 2018 Docketed Comprehensive Plan Amendments – Adopt MOTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 4335, approving 2018 docketed comprehensive plan amendments CPA-2018-5, as proposed by the applicant, and CPA-2018-2, as modified by staff-proposed alternative Option 2, as presented by staff. P. Reappoint Bryan Powell, John Casey, David Kwok and Tim Higgins to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee – Confirm MOTION: Confirm the following reappointments to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee: Bryan Powell for a three-year term that will expire on May 31, 2022; John Casey and David Kwok for three-year terms that will expire on July 31, 2022; and Tim Higgins for a three-year term that will expire on September 5, 2022. 9. OTHER BUSINESS Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes October 1, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 9 of 9 None 10. BIDS A. Kent Correctional Facility Fencing Project Bid - Award Nate Harper, Facilities Capital Project Manager, provided details on the Kent Correctional Facility Fencing Project Bid and provided clarification on the unresponsive bid. MOTION: Award the Kent Correctional Facility Fencing Project to Olympic Peninsula Construction, Inc. in the amount of $205,645 and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Toni Troutner, Councilmember SECONDER: Bill Boyce, Council President AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Thomas, Fincher 11. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION None. 12. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Ralph adjourned the meeting. Meeting ended at 8:25 p.m. Kimberley A. Komoto City Clerk Economic Development Update Bill Ellis, Chief Economic Development Officer October 1, 2019 Naden Ave -Update Now Complete: Washington State has Approved Channelization Plans (access) Negotiations with a Hospitality Development Company Continuing Continuing Easement and Trail Discussion with Puget Sound Energy Meeker Street –Kent School District •This segment of Meeker Street promenade will be unique to accommodate school needs •Staff dialogue between City and Kent School District on the process for formally acquiring the Right-of-Way •Opportunity to better connect children and parents walking in this area to their school; school district may consider small entrance space •Funded design builds upon past community involvement DCE Zoning –Light Manufacturing Railroad Avenue Manini’s Gluten Free Pasta Expanding Kent Manufacturer Project Feast: New Executive Director Van Nguyen Changing Nature of Work •Consequences of Worker Attraction and Retention •Increasingly skilled workforce demands •Technology substituting for labor means person-to-person interactions are more important, not less. •Skill development, networking, soft skills…city’s have a role in fostering the places and events where these things happen. Future of Delivery? UPS Wins Broad FAA Approval Changing Nature of Goods Movement Will this Chart on the Left Change? Is Kent’s Position in Seattle Metro Changing? Urban economist chart from book on the effects of trucks on freight movement in 1960…title Freight and the Metropolis 3-story warehouse under construction in Georgetown neighborhood, Seattle Headlines in Real Estate Amazon leases new multistory warehouse in South Seattle, first of its kind in U.S. –Seattle Times Lake Washington Partners LLC Enters Kent Market, Purchases Creeksides at CenterPoint—Bisnow Changing Trends in Investment Headlines in Real Estate Warehouses: Sheltering Goods and Financial Capital, Too Speaks to continuing growth in value of warehousing as an asset for world’s biggest investment houses…a refuge for wealth managers. Tale of the Tape City of Kent: Preservation Award •John D. 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