King County

1200 King County Courthouse
516 Third Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

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, Steve Hammond, Larry Gossett,
Jane Hague, David W. Irons, Julia Patterson

Room 1001

July 21, 2003

1:30 P.M.

Call to Order

The meeting was called to order at 1:40 p.m.

Roll Call

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

Flag Salute and Pledge of Allegiance

Mr. von Reichbauer led the flag salute and Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of Minutes of July 14, 2003

1.

Mr. von Reichbauer moved to approve the minutes of the July 14, 2003 meeting without reading.
Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

Reports on Special and Outside Committees

2.

Ms. Edmonds reported on the Seattle-King County Board of Health. The Board adopted a code
merger for bike helmets, which are now required in the city of Seattle, as well as the rest of King
County. The Board also approved a work plan to develop governance standards for performance
measures and received an update on the West Nile virus.

Mr. Irons briefed the Council on the Economic Development District. Mr. Irons indicated the
Council discussed its identity and using the word 'Seattle' in its identification. He stated other
counties and cities agree on this concept. The members are also reviewing a different make-up of its
Board of Directors, to assure greater representation in the region. He also explained the Economic
Development District may merge with the Puget Sound Regional Council which will be helpful in
making the two organizations more successful.

Ms. Patterson reported on the South County Area Transportation Board. The Board received a
report on the highlights of Sound Transit express service changes for South King County, and a
report on the RTID meeting. Ms. Patterson reported to the Board on a proposal for polling to
determine what should be included in a ballot measure for the RTID. More information on the poll
will become available in September.

Mr. Phillips informed the Council of his opportunity to tour South King County on horseback. Along
with a number of citizens from South King County, Mr. Phillips was joined by Councilmembers
Hammond, Irons and Patterson. The tour involved viewing property the county has acquired and
property that has a number of trails that are maintained by citizens who live in the area.

Plat Tracing

3.

Bollman Plat - Council District 9

Mr. Phillips moved to adopt the DDES finding of fact that the final plat of Bollman complies with the
conditions of preliminary plat approval and other applicable laws, and that the Chair is authorized
to signify Council approval by signing the final plat at the end of the meeting. Seeing no objection,
the Chair so ordered.

Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinances

Consent Item - Item 4

4.

Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2003-0268.2

Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE authorizing the director of the department of executive services to
administratively approve and set parking rates at the 5th Avenue and Jefferson Street lot;
amending Ordinance 12077, Section 16, as amended, and K.C.C. 3.32.010, Ordinance
12077, Section 17, as amended, and K.C.C. 3.32.020, Ordinance 8753, Section 6, as
amended, and K.C.C. 3.32.045 and Ordinance 12077, Section 18, as amended, and K.C.C.
3.32.055.

On 7/21/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

Mr. von Reichbauer moved Amendment A2. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond,
Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No:
Excused: 2 - Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna

Mr. von Reichbauer moved Title Amendment T1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond,
Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 2 - Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna
Excused: 0

The enacted number is 14713.

A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that this matter be Passed as Amended. The
motion carried by the following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

Budget and Fiscal Management

5.

Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2003-0275.2

Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE relating to proviso language in the 2002 4th Quarter Omnibus
Ordinance, and the 2003 Budget Ordinance regarding the King County Correctional
Facility Integrated Security Electronic Project; modifying certain proviso language; and
amending Ordinance 14517, Section 118, as amended, and Attachment B, as amended.

On 7/14/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The enacted number is 14716.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the
following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

6.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0314

Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE waiving certain statutory and code requirements relating to the King
County correctional facility integrated security project; and declaring an emergency.

On 7/14/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The enacted number is 14715.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the
following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas

The Chair directed the Clerk to take one vote on Items 8-9 as a consent agenda.

7.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0287

Ms. Hague

AN ORDINANCE relating to the Community Development Block Grant Program,
authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement with the city of Kent to
transfer responsibility for certain projects from the county to the city.

On 7/21/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The enacted number is 14717.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the
following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

8.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0295

Ms. Hague and Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE authorizing the county executive to execute an interlocal cooperation
agreement with cities and towns within King County, in accordance with 2002 Washington
Laws Chapter 294 (Substitute House Bill 2060).

On 7/21/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The following people appeared to speak on 7/21/2003 :

Dan Watson, 600 Andover Park W, Seattle, WA 98188

The Chair directed the Clerk to take one vote on Items 8 and 9 as a consent agenda.

The enacted number is 14718.

This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

9.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0296

Ms. Hague and Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE relating to affordable housing program guidelines for local revenue
created by 2002 Washington Laws Chapter 294 (Substitute House Bill 2060).

On 7/21/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The following people appeared to speak on 7/21/2003 :

Dan Watson, 600 Andover Park W, Seattle, WA 98188

The Chair directed the Clerk to take one vote on Items 8 and 9 as a consent agenda.

The enacted number is 14719.

This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

Passed The Consent Agenda

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that the Consent Agenda be passed. The motion carried by
the following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space

10.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0212

Ms. Edmonds

AN ORDINANCE authorizing annual funding allocation procedures for conservation
futures funds; and amending Ordinance 8867, Section 1, as amended, and K.C.C.
26.12.010.

On 6/16/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

Ms. Edmonds moved Striking Amendment S4.

Ms. Lambert moved Amendment 1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond,
Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna

Ms. Lambert moved Amendment 2.
Maura Brueger, Executive Office, answered questions of the Council.
Mr. Irons moved to amend Amendment 2, line 3, after 'council', to insert 'as requested', as a friendly

amendment.
Ms. Lambert withdrew Amendment 2.

Mr. Phillips moved Amendment 3. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 10 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and
Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 3 - Mr. Constantine, Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna

Ms. Edmonds moved Amendment 3.5. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett,
Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna

Mr. Irons moved Amendment 4. The motion failed by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 2 - Mr. Irons and Mr. Hammond
No: 9 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Constantine and Ms. Patterson
Excused: 2 - Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna

Mr. Irons withdrew Amendments 5 and 6.

Ms. Edmonds moved Striking Amendment S4 as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett,
Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna

Ms. Edmonds moved the Title Amendment. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett,
Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Ms. Hague and Mr. McKenna


The enacted number is 14714.

A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds that this matter be Passed as Amended. The motion
carried by the following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

Motions for Council Action

Committee of the Whole

11.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0320

Mr. von Reichbauer

A MOTION declaring that it is the policy of King County to support the eyeglass crusade
of the Federal Way Kiwanis Club, and urging donations of used glasses and hearing aids to
Kiwanis for repair and donation to the poor and infirm.

The enacted number is 11754.

A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by
the following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas

12.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0292

Ms. Hague

A MOTION adopting 2003 amendments to the King County Consortium Consolidated
Housing and Community Development Plan for 2000-2003.

The enacted number is 11755.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the
following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

13.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0327

Ms. Lambert

A MOTION relating to growth management, supporting efforts by the city of North Bend to
comply with the state Growth Management Act, the Countywide Planning Policies and the
King County Comprehensive Plan by accommodating growth within the city's adopted
Urban Growth Area and providing that growth with appropriate water service.

The enacted number is 11756.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the
following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 10 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr.
Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 3 - Mr. von Reichbauer, Mr. McKenna and Ms. Hague

Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral

14.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0311

Ms. Sullivan

AN ORDINANCE authorizing a subdivision on certain property located south of SE 304th
Street and west of Lk. Sawyer Rd SE, at the request of David Gleason Meadows at Lake
Sawyer LLC, department of development and environmental services file no. L01P0003.

Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner

15.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0332

Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE relating to the limited tax general obligation bonds of the county
previously authorized to be issued in one or more series in an outstanding aggregate
principal amount not to exceed $125,000,000 to provide long-term financing for the
Courthouse Seismic Project, the Courthouse Earthquake Repairs, the North Rehabilitation
Facility Project and the Regional Communications and Emergency Control Center Project,
and the limited tax general obligation bond anticipation notes of the county previously
authorized to be issued in one or more series in an outstanding aggregate principal amount
not to exceed $125,000,000, pending the sale of such bonds, to provide interim financing
for such projects; changing the name of the Regional Communications and Emergency
Control Center Project to the Regional Communications and Emergency Coordination
Center Project; augmenting the projects that are authorized to be financed and increasing
the maximum outstanding aggregate principal amount of such bonds and bond anticipation
notes to $145,000,000 as a result; amending Ordinance 14167, Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 and
12, as previously amended by Ordinance 14463, Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7; and
amending Ordinance 14167, Sections 13, 14 and 18.

Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee

16.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0334

Mr. Pelz

AN ORDINANCE revising the process for considering citizen-initiated road closure
requests, establishing the procedures for determining road reopening requests, establishing
the procedures for public outreach and notification; making technical corrections;
amending Ordinance 10962, Sections 1 and 6, as amended, and K.C.C. 14.38.010 and
Ordinance 10962, Sections 3 and 4, as amended, and K.C.C. 14.38.030 and adding new
sections to K.C.C. chapter 14.38.

Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

17.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0340

Mr. Constantine

AN ORDINANCE relating to the reorganization of the executive branch; amending
Ordinance 14199, Section 5, and repealing Ordinance 14199, Section 6.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

18.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0342

Ms. Hague and Ms. Sullivan

AN ORDINANCE adding new members to the King County citizens' elections oversight
committee; and amending Ordinance 14711, Section 2.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

Introduction of Motions and Referrals

19.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0324

Mr. Constantine

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of James Dam, who resides in council
district eight, to the King County Vashon-Maury Island groundwater protection committee.

Introduced and Referred to Utilities Committee

20.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0333

Mr. Phillips

A MOTION of the county accepting bids for the purchase of the county's Limited Tax
General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes, 2003, in the aggregate principal amount of
__________; fixing the interest rates and other terms of such Notes, all in accordance with
Ordinance 14167, as amended by Ordinance 14463 and Ordinance _____.

Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee

21.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0335

Ms. Patterson

A MOTION authorizing the county executive to enter into an interlocal agreement with the
city of Kent regarding the improvements to South 277th Street and conveyance of
road-related property.

Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

22.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0341

Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Hague, Mr. Phillips and
Mr. Constantine

A MOTION urging the King County executive to expedite the process of upgrading the
King County elections system with particular attention on replacing the voter registration
system.

Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee

23.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0343

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the Municipal
League.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

24.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0344

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the League of
Women Voters.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

25.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0345

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the King County
Democratic Party.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

26.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0346

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the Washington
state Democratic Party.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

27.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0347

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the King County
Republican Party.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

28.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0348

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the Washington
state Republican Party.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

29.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0349

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the Libertarian
Party.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

30.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0350

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the Office of the
Secretary of State.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

31.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0351

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of a King County
school district.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

32.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0352

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________ to the
King County citizens' elections oversight committee as a representative of the Asian
community.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

33.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0353

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________, who is a
registered voter residing in council district __, to the King County citizens' elections
oversight committee.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

34.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0354

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________, who is a
registered voter residing in council district __, to the King County citizens' elections
oversight committee.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

35.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0355

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________________, who is a
registered voter residing in council district __, to the King County citizens' elections
oversight committee.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

Extra Items

Introduction of Motions and Referrals

36.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0356

Mr. von Reichbauer

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Sandy Paul-Lyle, who resides in
council district seven, to the King County transit advisory committee.

Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

37.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0357

Ms. Edmonds

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Michael Taylor, who resides in
council district one, to the King County transit advisory committee.

Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

38.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0358

Mr. Irons

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of John Jensen, who resides in council
district twelve, to the King County transit advisory committee.

Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

39.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0359

Ms. Patterson

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Hans Brandal, who resides in
council district thirteen, to the King County transit advisory committee.

Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

40.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0360

Mr. Phillips

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Donald Coney, who resides in
council district four, to the King County transit advisory committee.

Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

Other Business

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 2:33 p.m.