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Home My WebLink AboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Regular Minutes - 02/16/2021 Approved Kent City Council • City Council Regular Meeting KENT Minutes WAS HiNaTor+ February 16, 2021 Date: February 16, 2021 Time: 7:03 p.m. Place: THIS IS A REMOTE MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Ralph called the meeting to order. 2. ROLL CALL Attendee Name 1Titie Status Arrived Dana Ralph Mayor Present Toni Troutner Council President Present Bill Boyce Councilmember Present Brenda Fincher Councilmember Present Satwinder Kaur Councilmember Present Marli Larimer Councilmember Present Les Thomas Councilmember Present Zandria Michaud Councilmember Excused 3. AGENDA APPROVAL Chief Administrative Officer, Derek Matheson requested the addition of an Executive Session as per RCW 42.30.110(1)(I) to discuss current or potential litigation, expected to last 30 minutes. A. Move to approve the agenda as amended. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Toni Troutner, Council President SECONDER: Les Thomas, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Boyce, Fincher, Kaur, Larimer, Thomas EXCUSED: Michaud 4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS A. Public Recognition L Appointments to Parks and Recreation Commission Mayor Ralph provided a brief introduction of her appointment of members to the Parks Commission. Kathleen Meehan spoke and provided information on why she is interested in serving on the Parks Commission. Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting February 16, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington Robert Arellano Jr. spoke and provided information on why she is interested in serving on the Parks Commission. Sarah Veele spoke and provided information on why she is interested in serving on the Parks Commission. Edith Gonzales spoke and provided information on why she is interested in serving on the Parks Commission. B. Community Events Council President Troutner reminded the public that although people are receiving the vaccination for COVID-19, it is still important that we all continue to wear our masks to protect ourselves and others. C. Public Safety Report Chief Rafael Padilla presented to Council the Public Safety Report. Chief began by presenting the first ever Chief's Award of Valor to 14-year-old Dorian Miller who stood up to an adult male to protect his young, vulnerable cousins from harm. Dorian's brave actions not only protected his family in a scary situation, but also let to a safer community by assisting officers so they could arrest this dangerous individual. Chief Padilla then presented the "Of The Year" Awards to Police Officer Garth Coroner, Corrections Officer Alex Ault-Booneel and Debbie Douglas from the civilian side. These are peer nominated awards and Chief confirmed that all of them are very deserving of the recognition. Chief Padilla presented two Life Saving Awards to Sergeant Eric Tung and Officer Brian Cortinas. Their quick response ultimately saved an 11-year-old- girl's life back on November 6, 2020. Chief Padilla made note that Kent Police Department policies are all available online now which includes 5 updated policies around use of force and 2 new policies for Duty to Intervene and De-Escalation. Lastly, Chief Padilla mentioned that the Community Academy starts April 7th and is an eight week-long program that will be completely remote. 5. REPORTS FROM COUNCIL AND STAFF A. Mayor Ralph's Report Mayor Ralph serves as the Vice Chair for the Transportation Policy Board at the Puget Sound Regional Council and at the last meeting they received a presentation on the state of the transportation system in the four county region. There is a visualization tool being put together to understand how the region needs to grow their transportation infrastructure. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 2 of 9 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting February 16, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington Mayor Ralph testified in front of the House Finance Committee regarding streamlined sales tax and thanked the local delegation for sponsoring it. Mayor Ralph provided an update on COVID-19. All adult family homes requesting vaccinations have been visited by the mobile vaccination unit provided by the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority. Mayor Ralph extended her appreciation to the Public Works Department and the crews that were out early clearing roads and ensuring safe streets over the weekend with the wintry weather. B. Chief Administrative Officer's Report Chief Administrative Officer, Derek Matheson provided a recap of the recent Council retreat and indicated that Councilmembers and staff are hard at work on projects that were discussed during that meeting. Matheson indicated that the remainder of his report is in the packet and there is an executive session that is expected to last for 30 minutes. C. Councilmember's Reports Council President Troutner provided a brief recap of the items presented at workshop this evening including King County Growth Targets, Technical Assistance to Small Businesses and a King County Food Facility Concept. Councilmember Kaur sits on the Domestic Violence Initiative Regional Task Force. At the last meeting there were presentations on all of the bills being discussed in the House and Senate. Councilmember Kaur attended City Action days last week and attended sessions regarding transportation, housing and police reform bills. Councilmember Larimer sits on the King County Ageing and Disabilities Advisory Council and they received a presentation from an Internal Medicine Special Swedish where they talked in great length about the vaccine and vaccine distribution. Councilmember Boyce sits on Sound Cities Association Public Information Committee and at the last meeting there was a lot of conversation around what is going on in legislature in regard to police reform. Councilmember Fincher serves on the King Conservation District and at the last meeting a lot of the conversation was around public and private forest lands. They also discussed the food program and finalized the grants available for that program. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 3 of 9 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting February 16, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington Councilmember Fincher serves as the Arts Commission liaison and noted that they have contracted with performers that were scheduled to perform last year, to come back and perform this year for the Summer Concert Series. 6. PUBLIC HEARING None. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT Julie Seitz a patron of Seattle Pet Cemetery, spoke in opposition of King County permit ELEC19-0063 which allowed for the placement of a cellular tower to be placed on the property. Dennis Jaraczeski a resident of the City of Kent, spoke in opposition of the cellular tower in the Seattle Pet Cemetery. Kathleen Sura a resident of the City of Kent, spoke in opposition of the placement of the cell tower in the Seattle Pet Cemetery. Phylliss Lundquist a resident of the City of Kent, spoke in opposition of the placement of the cell tower in the Seattle Pet Cemetery and requested Council support. Lee Lundquist a resident of the City of Kent, spoke in opposition of the placement of the cell tower and requested the Council's help in resolving their concerns. Lanell Washington a resident of the City of Kent, spoke in opposition of the cellular tower in the Seattle Pet Cemetery. Stacy Lundquist a resident of the City Kent, requested Council assistance in getting the cell tower removed from the Seattle Pet Cemetery. Anne Bosse a resident of the City Kent, spoke in opposition of the cellular tower in the Seattle Pet Cemetery. Deborah Stuart a resident of the City of Kent, spoke in opposition of the cellular tower in the Seattle Pet Cemetery. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR Approve consent items A - Q. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 4 of 9 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting February 16, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Toni Troutner, Council President SECONDER: Les Thomas, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Boyce, Fincher, Kaur, Larimer, Thomas EXCUSED: Michaud A. Approval of Minutes 1. Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting - Feb 2, 2021 5:00 PM 2. City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting - Feb 2, 2021 7:00 PM 3. Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting - Feb 9, 2021 4:00 PM B. Payment of Bills - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the payment of bills received through 1/31/21 and paid on 1/31/21 and authorize the checks issued for payroll 1/16/21-1/31/21 and paid on 2/5/21, all audited by the Committee of the Whole on 2/9/21. C. Excused Absence for Councilmember Michaud - Approve MOTION: Approve an excused absence for Councilmember Michaud for the meeting of February 16, 2021. D. Accept the 2020 Plastic Markings Project as Complete - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to accept the 2020 Plastic Markings Project as complete and release retainage to Specialized Pavement Marking, Inc. upon receipt of standard releases from the State and the release of any liens. E. Accept the Historic Dvorak Barn Relocation as Complete - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to accept the Historic Dvorak Barn Relocation Project as complete and release retainage to Nickel Bros. upon receipt of standard releases from the State and the release of any liens. F. Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Kent and Avenue 55, LLC for the Naden Avenue Assemblage - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Avenue 55, LLC to provide a framework for Avenue 55 and the City to solicit and review proposals for the development and disposition of the Naden Avenue Assemblage or portions of it, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the Economic and Community Development Director and City Attorney. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 5 of 9 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting February 16, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington G. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability and Stop Loss Insurance Vendor Contracts - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to enter into agreements for: • Medical administrative services with Premera for four years, and Kaiser Permanente for one year; • Dental administrative services with Delta Dental for one yea r; • Vision administrative services with Vision Service Plan, current contract extension for two additional years; • Life insurance and long-term disability benefits with Cigna for two years; and • Stop loss insurance with LifeWise for one year subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the Human Resources Director and the City Attorney. H. Ratify HP Laptop Purchase Utilizing CARES Act Funds MOTION: Ratify the purchase of 65 laptops, docking stations, and associated software and accessories utilizing CARES Act funding through a cooperative purchasing agreement administered by NASPO ValuePoint and entered into between HP, Inc. and the State of Minnesota as the Lead Agency; amend the budget as may be necessary to authorize that purchase using grant funds; and authorize future purchases of computer equipment and associated accessories and services through that same cooperative purchasing agreement, if those purchases can be made within the City's established budgets and during the term of the master agreement, which is currently in effect through July 31, 2021. I. Ordinance Approving the Change of Indirect Control of Astound Broadband, LLC - Adopt MOTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 4390, approving the change of indirect control of Astound Broadband, LLC. J. Ordinance Amending KCC 9.42 Related to Unlawful Race Attendance - Adopt MOTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 4391, relating to Chapter 9.42 of the Kent City Code, entitled ""Unlawful Race Attendance" to amend KCC 9.42.010 entitled "unlawful race event" to include activities involving the reckless operation of vehicles other than traditional side-by-side racing. K. 2021 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan - Approve ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 6 of 9 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting February 16, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington MOTION: Approve the proposed Community Development Block Grant 2021 Annual Action Plan, including funding allocations and contingency plans, and authorize the Mayor to execute the appropriate certifications and agreements subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the Parks Director and City Attorney. L. Adjustment to the 2019 Community Development Block Grant Budget to Accept Third Round of CARES Act Coronavirus Funds (CDBG-CV) - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to adjust the 2019 CDBG budget, accept $859,720 in federal funds awarded to the City through the third round of CARES Act funds (CDBG-CV) for coronavirus relief and authorize the Mayor to execute the appropriate certifications and agreements, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the Parks Director and City Attorney. M. King County Flood Control District Sub-Regional Opportunity Fund: Accept and Reallocate Funds for the Lake Fenwick Aerator Improvements - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to accept 2021 King County Flood Control District Sub-Regional Opportunity Funds, in the amount of $312,367, for the Lake Fenwick Aerator Improvements project and reallocate 2019 Sub-Regional Opportunity Funds, in the amount $197,147, from the Kent Airport Levee to the Lake Fenwick Aerator Improvements project. N. Investment Advisory Agreement with Public Financial Management, LLC - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with Public Financial Asset Management, LLC to serve as the investment advisor and manager of the City's long-term investments, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the Finance Director and City Attorney. O. Authorize the Use of accessoShoWare Center Operating Fund Balance to Purchase Scoreboard - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the use of the accessoShoWare operating fund balance for the purchase of a scoreboard in the amount of $300,000. P. Ordinance Providing Business Licensing Exemption for Parks Performers - Adopt ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 7 of 9 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting February 16, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington MOTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 4392, amending Chapter 5.01 of the Kent City Code to provide a business licensing exemption for vendors whose sole business activity is accepting a contract with the City to perform or provide a service to the Recreation and Cultural Services Division of the Parks Department. Q. Appointmens to the Parks and Recreation Commission - Confirm MOTION: Confirm the Mayor's appointments of Kathleen Meehan, Sarah Veele, Roberto Arellano, Jr., and Edith Gonzales to the Kent Parks and Recreation Commission for a three-year term expiring February 15, 2024 9. OTHER BUSINESS None. 10. BIDS A. 2021 Paint Line Striping and Raised Pavement Marking Replacement Bid - Award Interim Public Works Director, Chad Bieren provided Council with a brief presentation on the 2021 paint line striping and raised pavement marking replacement project and recommended awarding the bid to Specialized Pavement Marking Inc. MOTION: Award the 2021 Paint Line Striping and Raised Pavement Marking Replacement Project to Specialized Pavement Marking, Inc. in the amount of $255,780 and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Satwinder Kaur, Councilmember SECONDER: Marli Larimer, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Boyce, Fincher, Kaur, Larimer, Thomas EXCUSED: Michaud 11. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION A. Current or Potential Litigation, as per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) Council went into Executive Session at 8:30 p.m. for 30 minutes. At 9 p.m. Council extended Executive session for an additional 10 minutes. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 8 of 9 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting February 16, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington At 9:11 p.m. Council returned to regular session, no action was taken following executive session. 12. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Ralph adjourned the meeting at 9:12 p.m. Meeting ended at 9:12 p.m. Y,t* Irerley A. 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