King County Council meeting minutes

Room 1001

December 9, 2002

1:30 P.M.

Room 1001

December 9, 2002

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	Meeting Proceedings

	Metropolitan King County Council


Councilmembers: Cynthia Sullivan, Chair; Pete von Reichbauer, Vice Chair; Carolyn Edmonds, Kathy Lambert, Larry Phillips, Dwight Pelz, Rob McKenna, Dow Constantine, Kent Pullen, Larry Gossett, Jane Hague, David W. Irons, Julia Patterson



	Call to Order
		The meeting was called to order at 1:43 p.m.

	Roll Call
		Present: Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson

	Flag Salute and Pledge of Allegiance
		Mr. Gossett led the flag salute and Pledge of Allegiance.

	Approval of Minutes of December 2, 2002
1.

		Mr. von Reichbauer moved to approve the minutes of the December 2, 2002 meeting without reading. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

	Reports on Special and Outside Committees
2.

		Mr. McKenna reported on the meeting of the Executive Board of the Regional Transportation Investment District, indicating that several topics were discussed, including revenue assumptions and potential revenues from different levels of sales tax. The members also discussed what should be funded by RTID. The Regional Transportation Investment District will meet as a full planning committee, including all county councilmembers from King, Pierce and Snohomish counties on December 12th. Legislators from all three counties have also been invited to attend. Mr. Phillips reported on the West Point Citizens Advisory Commitee. He indicated that the Committee has met for six months and has completed its work in terms of recommending a final memorandum of agreement between the city and the county on the use of funds. Mr. McKenna briefed the Council on the Economic Development Council. He and Mr. Irons participated in the annual retreat of the Economic Development Council of Seattle and King County. He indicated that it is the only public/private partnership in the county that is completely focused on economic development issues for the county. The Council set out its work plan for 2003 which will focus on the retention of companies already located in the area. The Council had several outstanding speakers join them, including John Warner, recently with the Boeing Company, Steve Leahy, President and CEO of the Seattle Chamber of Commerce, and Betty Nokes, President and CEO of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce.



	Special Item
3.

		Acceptance of certification of returns from the election of November 5, 2002.
	KING COUNTY Prosecuting Attorney, 4-Year Term Norm Maleng (R) 372,367 ELECTED
	METROPOLITAN KING COUNTY Council Member District No. 8, Unexpired 1-Year Term Dow Constantine (D) 28,611 74.45% ELECTED Oudom Danh (R) 7,188 18.70% Michael Nelson (L) 2,630 6.84%
		Mr. von Reichbauer moved acceptance of the certification of returns from the election of November 5, 2002. The motion carried by the following vote: Votes: Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0
	Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinances

	Consent Item - Item 4

	4.
		Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0546	Mr. Phillips

		AN ORDINANCE relating to the 2003 King County Standardized Salary Schedule, 2003 King County 10 Step Hourly Squared Schedule, 2003 King County 10 Step FLSA Exempt Squared Schedule, the 2003 King County Metro Non-Represented Salary Plan, and the annual cost-of-living increase for non-represented King County employees as stipulated in K.C.C. 3.12.130 and 3.12.140.
		On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
		The enacted number is 14527.
		This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

	Passed The Consent Agenda
		A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that the Consent Agenda be passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
	Votes:
		Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0



Budget and Fiscal Management

5.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0555		Mr. Constantine

	AN ORDINANCE extending the time for filing written confirmations required in Ordinance 14446; and repealing Ordinance 14446, Section 3, and Ordinance 14446, Section 4.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed. On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	Mr. Phillips moved to suspend the rules for purposes of taking public testimony on Proposed Ordinance 2002-0555. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. Proposed Ordinance 2002-0555 remains in the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee.
	Deferred

6.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0556		Mr. Constantine

	AN ORDINANCE extending the term of cable television franchise 12132 and cable television franchise 11680 to February 16, 2008, and approving proposed amendments to franchise agreements for cable television franchise 12132 and cable television franchise 11680.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and remained open.
	The following people appeared to speak on 12/9/2002 :
		Karen Toering, 6214 51st Pl S, Seattle, WA 98118 Daniel Hannah, 600 Summit Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102 Michael J. Weisman, 5016 6th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
	Mr. Phillips moved to suspend the rules for the purposes of taking public testimony on Proposed Ordinance 2002-0556. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. Mike Alvine, council staff, answered questions of the Council. Proposed Ordinance 2002-0556 remains in the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee.
	Deferred

Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
	ONE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CONDUCTED ON ITEMS 7 THROUGH 15

7.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2002-0564.2		Mr. McKenna and Ms. Edmonds


	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Mercer Island for transfer to the city of Luther Burbank park.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The following people appeared to speak on 12/9/2002 :
		Will Knedlik, Box 99, Kirkland, WA 98083 Connie Marshall, Mayor City of Bellevue, Bellevue, WA 98001 Alan Merkle, Mayor of Mercer Island, Mercer Island, WA 98001
	The enacted number is 14533.
	A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0


8.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0565	Ms. Edmonds and Ms. Patterson

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Burien for transfer to the city of Lake Burien School Site park.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 7. The enacted number is 14528.
	A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0


9.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0566	Mr. Irons and Ms. Edmonds

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Covington for transfer to the city of Jenkins Creek park.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14529. Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 7.
	A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0


10.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0567	Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Pullen

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Enumclaw regarding the operation of the Enumclaw pool.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14530. Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 7.
	A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0



11.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0568	Ms. Edmonds and Ms. Patterson

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of SeaTac for transfer to the city of Sunset and Des Moines Creek parks.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	Ms. Edmonds moved to hold Proposed Ordinance 2002-0568 until the December 16, 2002 Council meeting. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 7.
	Deferred

12.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0569	Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Pelz

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Tukwila for transfer to the city of South Central pool.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14531. Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 7.
	A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0


13.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2002-0570.2	Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Bellevue for transfer to the city of Eastgate park and Manor Hill park.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14534. Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 7. Mr. McKenna moved Amendment 1. The motion carried by the following vote: Votes: Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0
	A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed as Amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0



14.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0584	Ms. Edmonds and Ms. Hague

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter a lease with the Boys and Girls Clubs of King County for Gold Creek lodge; and declaring an emergency.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14532. Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 7.
	A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0


15.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2002-0586.2	Ms. Edmonds and Ms. Hague


	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into agreements relating to the West Hill community recreation center, including a lease and assignment agreement; and declaring an emergency.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14535. Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 7.
	A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 12 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Mr. Pullen


Utilities

16.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0545	Mr. von Reichbauer

	AN ORDINANCE relating to the annexation of an area known as South 272nd Way/South Star Lake Road to Lakehaven Utility District for the purpose of providing sewer service.
	On 12/9/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	Ms. Patterson moved to suspend the rules for purposes of taking public testimony on Proposed Ordinance 2002-0545. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. Proposed Ordinance 2002-0545 remains in the Utilities Committee.
	Deferred


Motions for Council Action

Consent Items - Items 17 and 18

17.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0509	Mr. Phillips

	A MOTION identifying projects to be funded under Public Law 106-393, Title III, the Secure Rural Schools and Self-Determination Act of 2000, and allocating to those projects the funds to be received from the federal government for federal fiscal year 2003, which begins October 1, 2002
	The enacted number is 11618.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

18.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0544	Mr. Phillips

	A MOTION concerning untimely filed petitions for tax refunds and authorizing treasury operations to make refunds.
	The enacted number is 11619.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

Passed The Consent Agenda
	A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that the Consent Agenda be passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0


Committee of the Whole

19.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0582	Mr. Constantine

	A MOTION making an appointment to fill the vacancy in the 11th legislative district of the Washington state house of representatives.
	The enacted number is 11620.
	A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 0

Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral

20.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0578	Ms. Sullivan

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing a subdivision on certain property located on the north side of the intersection of SE Wax Rd and SE 240th St., at the request of Tom Reichert, department of development and environmental services file no. L02P0002.
	Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner

21.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0598	Ms. Patterson and Mr. von Reichbauer

	AN ORDINANCE relating to the transfer of a portion of Lakehaven Utility District to Highline Water District for the purpose of providing water service to the area known as Cashmere Manor Property Transfer; amending Ordinance 14479, Section 2, and repealing


	Ordinance 14479, Section 4.
	Introduced and Referred to Utilities Committee

22.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0599	Ms. Patterson

	AN ORDINANCE relating to the transfer of a portion of Lakehaven Utility District to Highline Water District for the purpose of providing water service to the area known as Verzani Property Transfer; amending Ordinance 14480, Section 2, and repealing Ordinance 14480, Section 4.
	Introduced and Referred to Utilities Committee

23.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0600	Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen and Mr. Phillips


	AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the collective bargaining agreement negotiated by and between King County and Service Employees International Union Local 925 representing employees in the department of community and human services, division of mental health; and establishing the effective date of said agreement.
	Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

24.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0601	Ms. Edmonds

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the Highline School District No. 401 and the cities of Des Moines, Normandy Park, Kent and SeaTac regarding the operation of the Mount Rainier pool; and declaring an emergency.
	Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee

25.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0602	Ms. Edmonds

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Redmond regarding the operation of the Redmond pool; and declaring an emergency.
	Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee

26.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0603	Mr. Irons and Mr. Phillips

	AN ORDINANCE proposing an amendment to Article 4 of the King County Charter; authorizing the council to adopt ordinances providing for biennial budgeting, and submitting the same to the voters of the county for their ratification or rejection at the November 2003 general election.
	Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
Introduction of Motions and Referrals

27.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0553	Mr. Pelz

	A MOTION authorizing the county executive to enter into a memorandum of understanding with nineteen partners for participation in and advancement of the Freight Action Strategy for the Seattle-to-Tacoma Corridor, generally referred to as the FAST Corridor.
	Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee


Extra Items
Introduction of Ordinance for First Reading and Referral

28.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0605	Ms. Sullivan, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Phillips, Ms. Hague, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna and Ms. Patterson


	AN ORDINANCE relating to the organization of the executive branch; designating as key subordinate units the elections section and the records, election and licensing division of the department of executive services; and amending Ordinance 11955, Section 12, as amended, and K.C.C. 2.16.100.
	Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
Introduction of Motion and Referral

29.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0604	Mr. Pelz

	A MOTION establishing the statement of policy positions for the 2003 state legislative agenda for King County.
	Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
Other Business
Adjournment
	The meeting was adjourned at 2:56 p.m.

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