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Home My WebLink AboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Minutes - 9/17/2019 Approved Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 Date: September 17, 2019 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Crystal Mountain Hall at Kent Commons 1. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE 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 Chief Administrative Officer, Derek Matheson removed item 8.D - Excused Absence for Councilmember Larimer and added item 11.B an executive session to discuss pending litigation, RCW 42.30.140(1)(I). A. Approve the agenda as amended RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Council President SECONDER: Les Thomas, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Thomas, Fincher 4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS A. Public Recognition None. B. Proclamation for Welcoming Week Mayor Ralph presented the Proclamation for Welcoming Week to the new Project Feast Executive Director, Van Nguyen. Nguyen expressed her appreciation of the proclamation and thanked the Council for their support. C. Proclamation for Diaper Need Awareness Week Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 2 of 8 Mayor Ralph presented the Proclamation for Diaper Need Awareness Week to Cecilia Martinez Vasquez. Vasquez expressed her appreciation of the proclamation and thanked the Council for their continued support. D. Recognition of Wildberry Neighborhood Council Toni Azzola, Neighborhood Programs Coordinator, provided details regarding the City's neighborhood program. Mayor Ralph and Azzola recognized the Wildberry Neighborhood Council as the City's 48th Neighborhood Council. Visit KentNeighborhoodProgram.com for details regarding the program. E. Appointment to Bicycle Advisory Board Mayor Ralph recognized Joe Cimaomo as her recommendation to be appointed to the Kent Bicycle Advisory Board. Cimaomo expressed his appreciation for being appointed to the board and discussed his use of the downtown Kent bicycle trails and the opportunities that he sees on a regular basis. F. Community Events Council President Boyce provided details on recent and upcoming events at the accesso ShoWare Center. Councilmember Higgins discussed the Team Up to Clean Up event during the upcoming weekend at Kearson Park and the Golden Steer Restaurant. Councilmember Fincher advised of the reopening of Morrill Meadows Park on Thursday September 19th at 4 p.m. Fincher also noted the upcoming Parks Spotlight Series Events. Mayor Ralph noted that on Friday September 20th at 11:30 a.m. there will be a Thunderbirds flag raising at City Hall to show continued support for the local hockey team. G. Public Safety Report Chief provided a brief background of the officer being sworn in and Mayor Ralph performed the swearing in of Officer Jaclyn Adams. Chief Padilla bestowed an award for Citizen's Commendation to Pastor Lawrence C. Boles III of Redeemed by the Blood Pentecostal Church. Pastor Boles has dedicated his life to community service particularly in regards to youth and gangs. Over the past few years Pastor Boles has served on the Diversity Task Force and has been a source for Chief Padilla for even longer. Pastor Boles and Chief Padilla have aimed focus in the area of 108th Avenue Southeast and Southeast 240th Street. Pastor Boles focused on community walks and outreach to the residents in the area, helping to gather real Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 3 of 8 information. The common themes and concerns for this area were a lack of youth activity and resounding conversation regarding the presence of gangs. The culmination of these conversations was the Celebration Community BBQ in the Mosaic Hills Apartment Complex on August 31st with over 200 people in attendance. There were vendors with access to jobs, YMCA, school supplies, parks program information and a mobile barber shop for children returning to school. Pastor Boles expressed his appreciation to Council and Chief Padilla. He discussed events already in the works for 2020 because of the huge response to the Celebration Community BBQ. His goal is to have an impact at the City of Kent and that it is a lifetime of work. Mayor Ralph expressed her appreciation to Pastor Boles and all that he has done and will do for the community. 5. REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES, COUNCIL, AND STAFF A. Mayor's Report Mayor Ralph discussed her recent meeting for the Regional Planning Committee for I-405 and SR-167. She discussed how during the legislative session last year, both Kent and Auburn were advocating for a master plan for the 167 corridor. Funds are being spent on the 405 corridor, but without a master plan for 167 then the funding and projects would be focused mainly to the north. There was a kick off last week for this master plan to discuss needs such as HOT lanes and interchanges in regards to capacity. Mayor Ralph reported that last week was the third and final walk for Kent Walks. This was an opportunity for the Mayor as well as representatives from the Police, Parks and Public Works Departments to meet with the public to discuss their concerns in their particular neighborhoods. The last walk was held in the Scenic Hill neighborhood and their concerns were sidewalks, code enforcement and safety concerns in regards to lighting and trees. Mayor Ralph serves on the South County Area Transportation Policy Board, and at their recent meeting they had a presentation from the Port of Seattle regarding work they are doing in the maritime realm. They discussed the increasing of deep-water ports for cargo ships as well as the capacity for cruise ships. Ralph noted how greatly the regional economy is influenced by the cruise ships coming to the area. Lastly, Mayor Ralph addressed concerns brought up at the last Council meeting regarding safety and the locking of business doors. Ralph acknowledged that this was a concern for the entire Council. After conversations were had with City staff, Mayor Ralph confirmed that Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 4 of 8 businesses are allowed to lock their doors. She noted that there was confusion regarding front doors and emergency exits. Mayor Ralph reaffirmed that there is not a rule that says you cannot lock the front door of your business while you are in there, though you have to have adequate emergency exits. B. Chief Administrative Officer's Report Chief Administrative Officer, Derek Matheson advised that his written report is in today's agenda packet and there is an Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining and pending litigation that is expected to last for 30 minutes with no action anticipated. C. Councilmember's Reports Council President Boyce discussed the workshop earlier in the evening, including a presentation by Human Services Manager, Merina Hansen concerning the Human Services Master Plan as well as a levee update presented by Environmental Engineering Manager, Mike Mactutis. Council President noted the YMCA grand opening last week and expressed his excitement for all that this facility will bring to the community. Councilmember Larimer serves on the King County Aging and Disability Advisory Council and spoke about a group petitioning the council to reconsider funding decisions for the senior centers. Larimer was able to counter their argument and explain the role the Kent Senior Center plays in providing services to seniors throughout the region. Councilmember Larimer sits on the Affordable Housing Committee and the next meeting will be held on September 20th. Councilmember Kaur serves on the Sound Cities Association Puget Sound Clean Air Agency Advisory Council. They received an update on wildfire smoke impacts on the region and how this last year was mild compared to others. Councilmember Kaur serves on the Sound Cities Association Growth Management Planning Council and their next meeting will be held on September 25th. Councilmember Higgins serves on the Sound Cities Association Regional Transit Committee which will meet on September 18th. Councilmember Higgins chairs the Public Works Committee, report is in the minutes. Councilmember Troutner chairs the City’s Public Safety Committee and Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 5 of 8 discussed their last meeting in which they received a presentation from Prosecuting Attorney, Sara Watson on the DUI Court. Councilmember Troutner serves on the Law and Justice Safety Committee which will meet on September 26th. Councilmember Thomas chairs the City’s Operations Committee, and advised the report is in the minutes. Councilmember Fincher serves on the City’s Arts Commission and discussed the traffic signal control box artwork as well as the artwork for the 277th station and highline stations for Sound Transit. Councilmember Fincher serves on the Sound Cities Association Mental Illness and Drug Dependency Oversight Committee and their next meeting will be held on September 26th. Councilmember Fincher serves on the Sound Cities Association King Conservation District Advisory Committee and the next meeting will be September 18th. During a subcommittee meeting of the Urban Forestry Group they chose three projects to move forward on, one of which will be a tree count in one of our neighboring cities. 6. PUBLIC HEARING A. First Public Hearing on the 2020 Mid-Biennium Budget Adjustment Mayor Ralph opened the public hearing. Finance Director, Paula Painter discussed the balancing of the budget at the end of 2018. She explained that the mid-biennium budget adjustment is to allow for any necessary revisions to be made due to unforeseen circumstances. No public testimony. No written comments submitted. B. Move to close the public hearing RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Council President SECONDER: Les Thomas, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Thomas, Fincher C. First Public Hearing on the 2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 6 of 8 Mayor Ralph opened the public hearing. Finance Director, Paula Painter explained that this public hearing is an opportunity for the public to speak on the 2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan and its incorporation into the Capital Facilities Element of the Kent Comprehensive Plan. No public testimony. No written comments submitted. D. Move to close the public hearing RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Council President SECONDER: Les Thomas, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Thomas, Fincher 7. PUBLIC COMMENT Valentin Caspaar discussed concerns regarding the locking of business doors while facilities are occupied. Beverly Williams discussed the Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park and her concerns about homeless encampments. Williams requested that Mayor Ralph walk the park with her to see the issues in person. Tim Brown discussed his concerns regarding the homeless encampments in the Mill Creek Canyon and Earthworks Park Trail. He also expressed his appreciation in the work that the Kent Police Department has been doing to clear the camps out. Janice Allen discussed her concerns regarding the water pressure in the Wildberry Neighborhood. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Council President SECONDER: Les Thomas, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Thomas, Fincher A. Approval of Minutes 1. Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting - Sep 3, 2019 5:00 PM 2. City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting - Sep 3, 2019 7:00 PM Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 7 of 8 B. Resolution Recognizing the Wildberry Neighborhood Council - Adopt MOTION: Adopt Resolution No. 1993, recognizing the Wildberry Neighborhood Council, supporting its community building efforts, and conferring on it all opportunities offered by the City’s neighborhood program. C. Appoint Joe Cimaomo to the Kent Bicycle Advisory Board - Confirm MOTION: Confirm the appointment of Joe Cimaomo to fill a vacant position on the Kent Bicycle Advisory Board, for a two year term that will expire on March 31, 2021. 9. OTHER BUSINESS A. Resolution Repealing the Council Rules and Procedures and Adopting New Council Bylaws, Rules, and Procedures, and Creating Committee of the Whole - Adopt Matheson discussed the resolution before the Council. This resolution would improve the flow of communication to Councilmembers, deciding by consensus what items would move to the consent calendar or other business for Council to take action on. City Attorney, Pat Fitzpatrick discussed housekeeping that is being done in the adoption of this resolution in regards to policy and procedure. Troutner made mention that this will make for a stronger Council with better communication. Higgins discussed the positive impacts that going in this direction will have on Council and staff. Council President Boyce discussed the idea of "One Kent" and how establishing this committee will reaffirm this idea. MOTION: Adopt Resolution No. 1994, repealing the current Kent City Council Rules and Procedures, and adopting new Kent City Council Bylaws, Rules and Procedures. RESULT: ADOPTED [6 TO 0] MOVER: Dennis Higgins, Brenda Fincher AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Fincher AWAY: Thomas B. Ordinance Amending KCC 2.01.020 by Eliminating Subsection D relating to Council Workshops - Adopt Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting Minutes September 17, 2019 Kent, Washington Page 8 of 8 Mayor Ralph discussed how the newly established Committee of the Whole will allow for holistic discussions about the happenings in Kent. She believes the change will be a positive one for both the community and the Councilmembers. MOTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 4334, repealing subsection D of KCC 2.01.020 relating to council workshop meetings. RESULT: ADOPTED [6 TO 0] MOVER: Toni Troutner, Councilmember SECONDER: Bill Boyce, Council President AYES: Troutner, Larimer, Boyce, Kaur, Higgins, Fincher AWAY: Thomas 10.BIDS None. 11.EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION A. Collective Bargaining, RCW 42.30.140(4)(a) B. Pending Litigation, RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) At 8:27 p.m., the Council went into Executive Session. At 9:01 p.m., the Council reconvened following Executive Session and no action was taken. 12.ADJOURNMENT Mayor Ralph adjourned the meeting. Meeting ended at 9:02 p.m. Kathryn McKee Deputy City Clerk Neighborhood Council Recognition Presented to Kent City Council September 17, 2019 by Toni Azzola City of Kent Neighborhood Program Benefits • Establishes communication and relationship building • Enhance sense of community • A channel for neighborhood goal setting • Two-way communication with the City Neighborhood Councils Neighborhood Program 253-856-5708 KentNeighborhoodProgram.com KENT ?ofrce DeyartmBnt Oatfr of Offtce ?ofrre Offrcer WagHtNGToN POLICE r, Jacfyn A6ams, do sofemnty sweilr tfiat r witf 6ear true, faitfr arl^d atfegiartce to tfic ,Itnited Stat-es -of Am"erica, tfie State of ^wasfrryt*r, an^d tfr"e city of JCent, tfiat r wi"ff uyhoil tfi"e corutituti^on antr tfi"e faws of tfi"e llnited States antr tfi"e State of 'Wasfringiotl" an^d tfnt I wiff o6ey tfi"e nttes arl^d regutatior4s of tfic JCent ?ofrce Deyartmcnt. 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