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Kent City Council Workshop Minutes
July 5, 2016
The workshop meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Council President Boyce.
Councilmembers present: Berrios, Boyce, Fincher, Higgins, Ralph and Thomas.
Cross Connection Inspection Policy — Sean Gilbertson, Public Works Engineering
presented the drinking water protection program to discuss different things being done
to protect our drinking water. Cross connection control prevents contamination of
water supply, ensures protection is in place to make sure water does not flow back
into the water supply lines. There are Federal Laws, addressed in the Kent City Code
section 7.2; also WAC requires a specific backflow connection program. Facilities with
backflow connections have annual testing performed to detect problems, and every
three years inspections are performed by outside contractors, these inspections are
paid for by the individual companies. Each year the Department of Health reports are
completed on all connections in the city, cross connection also reviews plans for new
buildings to ensure that buildings requiring cross connections have them installed at
the time the building is built.
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Public Works Operations is very involved in wellhead protection which is also drinking
water protection at Clark Springs Watershed near the Lansford mine. The city has
done some property acquisition around Clark Springs to allow for additional buffering
of the water supply. In the 60's and 70's items were dumped into the mine which were
toxic such as paint and other hazardous materials, the city is working with Department
of Ecology and Department of Health regarding the mine, those agencies should be
putting out a report this summer. Currently working on a cleanup plan with the
Department of Ecology, this cleanup plan will be available to the public once the city
receives it. The area has been evaluated by a Hydrologist; there is evidence of
seepage from the mine to the water supply at Clark Springs. City goals are to try to
compel Department of Ecology that all steps have been taken around this site, also
want to know if materials are still in the mine and where will they go, especially in the
event of a natural disaster.
Sound Transit Update — Update on all things Sound Transit K. Hillridge has been
working on the link light rail, working towards a partnership to get this link built.
Special thanks to Charlene Anderson for all her help on the update being presented
tonight. Sounder Access Improvements will be to add a second garage to Kent Station,
the project is now fully funded and proceeding. Sound Transit 2 construction of Federal
Way extension between Angle Lake and SeaTac along with design of other link light
rail station on 72"d; Sound Transit 3 will be going to the voters for approval in
November. The Kent Station Sounder Garage project is currently in the negotiation
stage to hire a contract consultant to assist with where garage should be built. There is
a strong desire to see this project happen sooner than later, as of now it has a 7 year
timeline would like to shave off 2 years. Link Light Rail project working on the
development and design for Kent/Des Moines to Angle Lake, currently in the EIS
process trying to complete by the end of the year. Sound Transit needs to purchase
property for storage of construction material, after completion of project the property
could be sold. The crossing at the under pass at I-5 on 272"d needs to be improved
making it more inviting for walking. A question regarding staff resources for permitting
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will be challenging, design will be submitted in sections which requires a tremendous
amount of time and coordination. Sound Transit understands the staff resources may
need to be increased and paid for by Sound Transit. The Station design needs to
maximize weather protection, this will be an elevated station, along with high wind in
the winter will require a covered station. Looking ahead to Council action, Sound
Transit would like to have a discussion with the City of Kent on term sheet out line
agreement that will become a building agreement. City will likely need to make some
changes to the high capacity code, which the city adopted a few years ago. Sound
Transit 3 will have additional funds set aside for bidding to put in more improvements,
such as money for Sounder Train to add a greater amount of service. Sound Transit 3
will add roughly $17 per month per adult, sales tax increase breakdown will be 50
cents on $100.00 purchase. The document can be viewed on Sound Transit 3 website.
Capital Investment Strate4v — Derek Matheson, CAO kick off Capital Investment
Strategy update to the Comprehensive Plan about a year ago, and as part of that
update the Capital Facilities needs are more than the money available. Capital funding
sources have some restrictions by state law, and some by City Council actions, makes
it difficult for city wide need as to the funding. The city came up with their own criteria
which will be tested with the 2017-2018 budget. There are 152 projects that need to
have the criteria applied to them. Hope to have recommendations out in August.
Meeting adjourned at 6:59 p.m.
Sue Hanson
Interim City Clerk
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July 5, 2016
The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by
Mayor Cooke.
Councilmembers present: Berrios, Boyce, Fincher, Higgins, Ralph, and Thomas.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA FROM COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION OR STAFF
Add to Consent Calendar 7E Excused Absence for Council Member Budell.
Executive Session Property Negotiation under RCW 42.30.110(B)(C) purchase and sale
of property.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Public Recognition —Councilmember Ralph spoke on Kent Sister Cities, China,
Japan and Norway summer student exchange programs. She introduced students here
from Norway and the student sponsors from Kent, Ross Principe with Torgeir Turned
from Gauler; Derek Ralph from Kent with Rebekka Frammersvik from Naustdal. The
four students will be traveling back to Norway on July 11th for a couple of weeks.
Councilmember Thomas read a few paragraphs his grandfather had written in 1941, on
the Kent Valley. Councilmember Fincher thanked Mayor and Human Services
Department, Kent is now nationally recognized for their work in a program where
people from other countries who held professional positions in their homeland are
paired with professionals in a shadow work program. July employee of the month is
Kimberly McArthur, she was hired in 2007 as the Permit Center Manager, she is now
Building Services Manager.
B. Proclamation for Diversity Employment Day — Bruce Williams, spoke on
getting America Back to Work; Diversity Employment Day. There will be a work fair at
ShoWare on July 20th and they anticipate hundreds of people in attendance. Last year
there were 70 employers over 3,000 candidates for jobs, very productive work fair.
C. Proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month — National Parks and Recreation
Month is July and the Parks Director, Jeff Watling accepted the proclamation. Watling
spoke about the great work the Parks Department did for the 4th of July Splash.
Councilmember Ralph commended the Parks Staff and the Police Department for
always spending their 4th of July helping with the Splash.
D. Community Events — President Boyce spoke about the Seattle Thunderbirds,
opening day Saturday October 1st. Three-on-three basketball event at ShoWare July 16
& 17th. Dolly Parton coming on September 21st, show is sold out. July 16th is the Green
Work Party at Lake Fenwick. Mayor Cooke thanked the Lions Club for overseeing the
Farmers Market and Cornucopia Days many activities including dragon boat races and
a 5K run/walk.
E. Economic and Community Development Report —Ben Wolters, Director
Economic and Community Development congratulated Kimberly McArthur as employee
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of the month. Kimberly is one of only 3 women building officials in the state of
Washington. Update on initiatives exploring Department of Labor Grant America's
Promise in the amount of $2-6 million to provide training in various industries. Real
estate update on Panther Lake Shopping Center is now getting a major face lift, in
negotiations with King County to add a library in the shopping center. There is a new
quick serve restaurant being built in the parking lot. Cancer Centers of America is
putting property up for sale where they had considered building one of their centers.
Port of Seattle has a grant opportunity application which is due in August. It is a
broad category propose one-on-one match up to $65,000, can use for small business,
tourism, downtown revitalization. Primary purpose is Economic Development, broader
impact on King County and property tax. The City purchased the property on Naden
Avenue and the home will be demolished by the end of July. Need to acquire subject to
resolution, staff will explore surplus policy on July 19th to discuss letting market place
know this property is improving.
F. Intergovernmental Reports -Council President Boyce sits on the Public Issue
Committee, next meeting is July 13, 2016.
Councilmember Higgins sits on the King County Regional Transit Committee next
meeting is the third Wednesday in July. Puget Sound Regional Council Executive Board
attended this meeting for the Mayor, several discussions most pertinent conditional
use of Comprehensive Plan for 5 of the smaller cities in King County, and they are
Duvall, Carnation, North Bend, Snoqualmie and Covington. Covington is on the
threshold of a small city the cutoff is population of 22,500. Most planners of the
Regional Council feel these cities are growing too fast.
Councilmember Berrios is on the Puget Sound Economic Community Development
Committee will meet in September.
Councilmember Ralph on the Subcommittee of Transportation Policy Board, one of the
outcomes of cities going beyond growth plans is the inability of the cities to apply for
Federal Funding for transportation. Flood Control District preliminary meeting for
budget for next year, conversation will continue in August.
Councilmember Fincher attended King County Conservation still working on the work
plan will present at July meeting.
Mayor attended Regional Policy Committee for King County, working on Best Starts for
Kids, youth and health issues; City of Kent has about 35 local organizations to look at
how they might coordinate programs and funding.
PUBLIC HEARING - None
PUBLIC COMMENT - Sandy Lynden spoke on ending prohibition on marijuana, it is
legal in the State of Washington.
Carrie Stark talked about medical marijuana issue, big enough issue to ask that in light
of the fact one councilmember is missing. She would like Council to consider putting
off the vote until all 7 councilmembers are present.
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Tyler Page wants to celebrate with you the last day of legal fireworks urge that next
year be willing to help turnaround destructive tradition in the City.
Anita Veen spoke about on Parks, and the relocation of REI to Bellevue, a much
improved habitat for their employees, with a park, greenways, and close to a light rail
station. Kent parks are in peril and she would like to see these improved before they
deteriorate past the point of rehabilitation. Would like to see B&O tax considered for
parks.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council President Boyce moved to approve Consent Calendar items A through
D, seconded by Councilmember Thomas. Motion carried 6-0
A. Minutes of Previous Meetings and Workshops — Approve. The minutes of the
workshop and regular council meeting of May 17, 2016 were approved.
B. Complete Streets Code Amendment — Ordinance — Adopt. Ordinance No.
4207 was adopted, amending Title 6 of the Kent City Code, entitled "Public Works," to
add a new Chapter 6.14, entitled "Complete Streets".
C. Crosswalk Recommendations — Set Public Hearing Date. Council set a public
hearing on July 19, 2016, to receive public comment on the City's proposed guidelines
for installing and maintaining marked crosswalks.
D. Hansen Goodwin Short Plat Bill of Sale — Accept. Council accepted the Bill of
Sale for Hansen Goodwin Short Plat, Permit No. RECC-2113053, for: new streets,
including 480 linear feet of curb, sidewalk, and paving; frontage improvements,
including 540 linear feet of lights, trees, and landscaping; storm sewers, including
1,582 linear feet of 12 inch PVC sewer line, 2 manholes, and 16 catch basins.
OTHER BUSINESS
A. Zoning Code Amendment — Medical Marijuana Patient Cooperatives —
Ordinance — Adopt.
Councilmember Ralph moved to adopt Ordinance No. 4208, amending Title 15
of the Kent City Code, related to medical marijuana patient cooperatives,
seconded by Council President Boyce. Motion carried 4-2.
Roll Call Vote Boyce, Ralph, Thomas, Berrios YES; Fincher, Higgins NO
Mayor will not sign Ordinance.
Pat Fitzpatrick Deputy City Attorney provided a memo regarding Medical Marijuana
Cooperatives enclosed as notes for this matter.
Mayor Cooke made a comment that she is very supportive of the new terminology and
increased oversight by the state to provide cooperatives, and mentioned that she will
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take this under consideration. She noted that if she does not veto the ordinance, she
will not sign it. The Mayor has 10 days to either veto or not sign the ordinance, if she
does not sign the ordinance it will become effective on hat loth day.
BIDS -None
REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES, STAFF AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES
A. Council President. - Council President spoke on the items from workshop. Cross
connection policy and the drinking water in Kent - happy to know it is perfectly clean
and safe. Cross connection controls are on supplies of any water that might be
contaminated. Sound Transit updates ask everyone to go to the Sound Transit website
see what is coming on the ballot for ST3. Garage at Kent Station was discussed and
they are working with a consultant for a 450 stall garage and identifying the location.
B. Mayor. - Thanked the public for patience while traveling the streets of Kent.
Survived the one week closure of James Street. South Central project is almost
complete, next step will be to add greenery. Railroad crossing at Burlington Northern
Railroad was testing out their signals; the arms were down way too often and too long.
Cultural Committee Board interviews have been going on; we have outstanding
candidates, hope to have appointments before the next meeting. Parks Recreation
Director last day is July 15th will take 4-6 months to fill this position. During that time
Garin Lee and Marina Hanson will serve as Co-Interim Directors for the Parks
Department.
C. Chief Administrative Officer. - Matheson noted an executive session to discuss
purchase and sale of real property, expected time is 30 minutes with no action to be
taken afterwards. The CAO written report is in the packet.
D. Economic & Community Development Committee. - President Boyce, no
report.
E. Operations Committee. -Councilmember Ralph discussed two support and
maintenance support contracts for Century Link which will save money, and one
contract with Oracle which will end up costing more money. Also spoke about four new
positions in Information Technology that are project manager type positions. Had a
presentation from Chief Thomas using some school zone camera money to provide
safety upgrades to KPD bull pen and adding a new substation on Kent Kangley, a place
for police to be present in an area where special attention is needed. Property
insurance program just under $50,000 reduction on our annual policy.
F. Parks and Human Services Committee. - Councilmember Fincher no report,
reminder that July 23rd is Orchard Park Green Day.
G. Public Safety Committee. - Councilmember Berrios next meeting on July 12th at
4:30 p.m., will be requesting preliminary report on fireworks. Appreciative of job the
first responders did on the 4th of July. There were several accidents that occurred, and
the coordination between the fire department and police department was very
impressive.
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H. Public Works Committee. —Councilmember Higgins next meeting on July 18tn
I. Regional Fire Authority. — Councilmember Thomas next meeting on July 20th at
5:30 p.m. New Fire Commissioner Mike Kimbo moved which created a vacancy and in
turn was filled by Margaret Harto. New name of Kent Fire Authority will be Puget
Sound Regional Fire Authority it has grown from being Kent Regional Fire Authority.
EXECUTIVE SESSION Begin time 8:56 p.m. End Time 9:30 p.m.
A. Property Negotiations, as per RCW 42.30.110(1)(b).
ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:34 p.m.
Sue Hanson
Interim City Clerk
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