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Home My WebLink AboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Regular Minutes - 05/18/2021 Approved Kent City Council • City Council Regular Meeting KENT Minutes WAS M IN G 7 0 N May 18, 2021 Date: May 18, 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 itle Status Arrived Toni Troutner Council President Present Bill Boyce Councilmember Present Brenda Fincher Councilmember Present Satwinder Kaur Councilmember Present Marli Larimer Councilmember Present Les Thomas Councilmember Excused Zandria Michaud Councilmember Present Dana Ralph Mayor Present 3. AGENDA APPROVAL A. Move to approve the agenda as amended. Chief Administrative Officer, Derek Matheson requested the addition of an item 8.F "Excused Absence for Councilmember Thomas." RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Toni Troutner, Council President SECONDER: Bill Boyce, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Boyce, Fincher, Kaur, Larimer, Michaud EXCUSED: Thomas 4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS A. Public Recognition i. Charitable Contribution Committee Presentation Human Resources Director, Teri Smith provided details on the Charitable Contribution Committee's recent fundraising event that raised $1,650.77 to help low-income seniors in Kent thru the Meals on Wheel - Sound Generations program. Meals on Wheels is a much-needed service, particularly during these isolating and challenging times. Dale Hoover, from the Sound Generations Organization, provided an Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting May 18, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington overview of the work that the Sound Generations Organization does and expressed his appreciation for the support and donation from the City employees. Mayor Ralph expressed her deep appreciation for the work that Hoover does for the residents of Kent. ii. Proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month Mayor Ralph presented the Proclamation for Mental Health Awareness month. iii. Proclamation for Public Works - First Responders for Infrastructure Week Mayor Ralph presented the Proclamation for Public Works - First Responders for Infrastructure Week. B. Community Events Council President Troutner advised of the June 261" West Fenwick Park grand opening event and indicated more details will be available on social media and the City's website. C. Public Safety Report Chief, Rafael Padilla presented the Public Safety Report including: Presenting a Lifesaving Award to Detective Erin Bratlien for the action she took to performed CPR and save the person's life. Chief Padilla provided details on the recent officer involved shooting that took place May 101" in the Panther Lake area. The Valley Independent Investigative Team is conducting the investigation. Chief advised of a recent homicide at a local Hookah lounge and indicated the Mayor directed the Chief, City Attorney and other department directors to research possible solutions to the ongoing violence at hookah lounges. Chief Padilla provided an overview of the illegal street racer investigations and credited Officer Bava for his work in educating jurisdictions on how to effectively conduct successful investigations relating to street racing. Chief Padilla highlighted the department's work on race and equity that included a training from Dwayne Bryant. Bryant authored the book "The Stop - Improving Police and Community Relations." Two workshops were held and attended by councilmembers, Mayor Ralph, Race and Equity Advisory Board members and members of the Police Department command staff. Chief Padilla indicated he will be having Bryant return to conduct training for every officer in the Kent Police Department. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 2 of 7 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting May 18, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington Chief Padilla recapped the past two weeks honoring both National Correction Officer's week and National Police Week. Padilla expressed appreciation for many local residents, business owners, Kent School District students and faith-based organizations for their support and contributions to the Police Department. 5. REPORTS FROM COUNCIL AND STAFF A. Mayor Ralph's Report Mayor Ralph expressed appreciation for Catholic Community Services drive- through appreciation event for the Kinship program. Mayor Ralph thanked the Lake Meridian neighborhood for allowing her and Chief Padilla to attend their annual meeting. Details on Lake Meridian boating rules will be posted on social media in the upcoming weeks. Mayor Ralph advised that it has been very challenging to find lifeguards to staff the Lake Meridian swimming area and there is a real potential that the lifeguard program may not be provided this summer. Councilmembers suggested reaching out to the Kent School District, youth mentoring programs and doing another social media campaign. Mayor Ralph serves on the South County Area Transportation Board that received an update today on all things transportation-related from the recent legislative session. Mayor Ralph serves as the Vice Chair of the Puget Sound Regional Council Transportation Policy Board that received updates on the Regional Transportation Plan and financial strategies for funding. Mayor Ralph chairs the Project Selection Task Force that is currently developing the framework for the grant funding received from the federal government and recently discussed how to build equity in the grant making process. Mayor Ralph advised that she serves on a King County work group that is working on a regional approach to reducing gun violence with the goal of making sure our kids get home safe and creating places where youth can thrive, be happy, healthy and not be victims of violence. Mayor Ralph and Chief Padilla signed the King County Public Health Regional Community and Safety & Well-Being Pledge - a commitment to preventing and reducing youth gun violence. B. Chief Administrative Officer's Report Chief Administrative Officer, Derek Matheson expressed his appreciation for the Mayor and Executive Leadership Team members for their participation in the May 7th Council retreat. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 3 of 7 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting May 18, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington The City's American Rescue Plan Act committee will hold their third meeting on May 19th to review the U.S. Treasury's guidelines, in addition to reviewing revenue losses and categories for investment and will also discuss process and next steps. Because the Legislature recently adopted statewide legislation on month-to- month tenancy, City staff will be bringing an ordinance forward to repeal the City's month-to-month tenancy ordinance because it conflicts with state law. Matheson advised his written report is included into today's agenda packet. Matheson advised there is no executive session today. C. Councilmembers' Reports Council President Troutner provided a recap of tonight's workshop presentations on the 2020 South King Housing Partners workplan and a presentation on the budget and the 2020 year-end financial review. Troutner serves as the Vice Chair of the Regional Transit Committee that meets May 19th and will continue discussing policy updates and reviewing draft guiding principles. Councilmember Michaud is participating on the Kent Community Police Program that recently included presentations from internal affairs investigation department, the Valley Independent Investigation Team, the gang unit and graffiti, training department, use of force, the firearms training sergeant and also learned about tasers. Councilmember Michaud serves on the Regional Water Quality Committee that discussed an increase in sewer rates - 4% this year and 4% next year. The Committee also debated how safe wastewater biosolids are. Councilmember Kaur serves on the Domestic Violence Initiative Regional Task Force that recently discussed recent legislation. Councilmember Kaur is the Chair of the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency Advisory Council that heard a presentation and discussed legislation that passed, including bills on clean fuel standards, EV infrastructure and started work on strategic planning. Councilmember Kaur serves on the Association of Washington Cities Statement of Policy Committee that is working on a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement. Councilmember Fincher serves on the King Conservation District that is in the process of conducting a search for an executive director. ....... ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ ........ ......... ......... Page 4 of 7 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting May 18, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington Councilmember Fincher serves on the Arts commission and advised there will be two new murals appearing in Kent. The traffic box wraps have recently been tagged with graffiti and cleanup is in process. Councilmember Fincher advised of the upcoming Summer Concert Series at Lake Meridian. 6. PUBLIC HEARING None. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT Lindsey Young, a Kent resident and grocery worker in Kent requested the Council's support for hazard pay for grocery workers. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR Move to approve items A - F. RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Toni Troutner, Council President SECONDER: Bill Boyce, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Boyce, Fincher, Kaur, Larimer, Michaud EXCUSED: Thomas A. Approval of Minutes i. Council Workshop - Workshop Regular Meeting - May 4, 2021 5:00 PM ii. City Council Meeting - City Council Regular Meeting - May 4, 2021 7:00 PM iii. Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting - May 11, 2021 4:00 PM B. Payment of Bills - Authorize MOTION: Authorize the payment of bills received through 4/30/21 and paid on 4/30/21 and authorize the checks issued for payroll 4/16/21-4/30/21 and paid on 5/5/21, all audited by the Committee of the Whole on 5/11/21. C. Synnex Corporation - Police Mobile Data Computer and Associated Accessories Purchase - Authorize ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 5 of 7 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting May 18, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington MOTION: Authorize all acts necessary to purchase tech products and services through SYNNEX Corporation's master agreement with National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance and Region XIV Education Service Center, within established budgets approved by Council, and throughout the July 31, 2022 term of the master agreement, and any contract extensions that may be authorized by the cooperative purchasing alliance. D. Transportation Impact Fees Adjustment Ordinance - Adopt MOTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 4403, amending Section 12.14.050 of the Kent City Code, entitled "Transportation Impact Fee Assessment" to correct the maximum transportation impact fee rate. E. Consolidating Budget Adjustment Ordinance for Adjustments between January 1, 2021 and March 31, 2021 - Adopt MOTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 4404, consolidating budget adjustments made between January 1, 2021 and March 31, 2021, reflecting an overall budget increase of $5,509,571. F. Excused Absence for Councilmember Thomas - Approve MOTION: Approve an excused absence for Councilmember Thomas for the meeting of May 18, 2021. 9. OTHER BUSINESS None. 10. BIDS A. 2021 Asphalt Overlays Bid - Award Public Works Director, Chad Bieren reviewed the 2021 Asphalt overlays project that will include pavement repair and restoration, ADA curb ramp upgrades and traffic calming. Bieren recommended awarding the bid to ICON Materials. MOTION: Award the 2021 Asphalt Overlays Project to ICON Materials in the amount of $5,064,977 and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 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V A t KEN '14 POLICE WA f National Police Week Video https://www.facebook.com/kentpolicedepartment/posts/46039 30839621954 ' I w . r i a IN"moo IMF QUESTIONS7 Kent City Council City Council Regular Meeting May 18, 2021 Minutes Kent, Washington RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Councilmember SECONDER: Brenda Fincher, Councilmember AYES: Troutner, Boyce, Fincher, Kaur, Larimer, Michaud EXCUSED: Thomas 11. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION None. 12. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Ralph closed the meeting by advising that there are lots of vaccination appointments available at the accesso ShoWare Center. Mayor Ralph adjourned the meeting. Meeting ended at 8:10 p.m. K6vnbe41evy A. 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