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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

 
Room 1001 December 16, 2002 1:30 P.M.

 
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 1:33 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
Ms. Hague led the flag salute and Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Approval of Minutes of December 9, 2002
1.
Mr. von Reichbauer moved to approve the minutes of the December 9, 2002 meeting without
reading. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.
 
Reports on Special and Outside Committees
2.
Ms. Edmonds reported on the joint meeting of the King County Board of Health and the Washington
State Board of Health. Their objective was to discuss health issues of mutual concern. Ms. Edmonds
indicated Dr. Logerfo of Harborview gave a presentation on obesity. The members heard an update
from Mary Selecky, Secretary of Health, regarding the governor's budget, and an update on
smallpox. They also discussed how they could work together to sustain public health funding.

As a personal privilege, Ms. Edmonds acknowledged the passing of Kathy McGara, Administrative
Director of the Seattle Opera who was a highly regarded and respected member of the arts
community in King County. On behalf of the Council, Chair Sullivan extended sincere condolences
to the McGara family.

Mr. Phillips briefed the Council on the WRIA 8 Steering Committee, indicating most of the salmon
recovery effort is completed. Members reviewed current data with the watershed and a collection of
work that has been accomplished so far, as well as the remaining work plan for the development of
the final draft of the conservation plan which will be taken up next year.

Mr. Gossett reported on the Criminal Justice Council, which is composed of all elected officials in
criminal justice agencies. The Director of Adult and Juvenile Detention reported on the budget cuts.

Mr. Pelz reported on the Sound Transit Board meeting, and the vote to challenge the
constitutionality of I-776. The Board also passed its budget.

Mr. Irons reported on the Eastside Transportation Partnership, indicating the members had briefings
from Sound Transit on the I-776 lawsuit, and regional express busses. The members discussed
subarea funding and how it has been defined. The members also nominated a 2003 Chair, Fred
Butler, from the city of Issaquah and Vice Chair, Phil Noble, from the city of Bellevue.

Mr. McKenna briefed the Council on the I-405 Executive Committee and Trans-Lake Executive
Committee. The I-405 Executive Committee is working on a revised group of projects on the 405
corridor for a potential ballot measure through the Regional Transportation Investment District, and
are looking at three packages which will be presented to the RTID as early as next month.

The Trans-Lake Executive Committee discussed modeling results for the eight lane option and
discussed how the project is evolving in terms of the preliminary preferred alternative, which is a six
lane alternative. It also discussed tolling options for the bridge and what those options might
produce. The members also had a presentation from Doug McDonald, Secretary of Transportation.

Mr. von Reichbauer briefed the Council on the community meeting held in his district regarding the
potential sitings for sexual predators.
Ms. Patterson informed the Council of a public meeting which will be held in her district on

Thursday, December 19, 2002, 6:00 p.m. at Tyee High School.
Ms. Lambert commented on a recent meeting held in her district and is looking forward to working
with the Council in dealing with this problem.
Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinances
 
Consent Items - Items 3-9
 
3.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0555.2		 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.
The enacted number is 14536.

Dave Gaba, Labor Relations Manager, Department of Executive Services, answered questions of the
Council.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
4.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0558.2		 Mr. Pelz
AN ORDINANCE relating to road fees; setting the effective date for the fee schedule for
residential dwelling units; and amending Ordinance 11617, Section 43 and Attachment B,
as amended, and K.C.C. 14.75.040.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14537.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

 
5.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0572 Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen and Mr.
Phillips
AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the collective bargaining agreement and three
memoranda of agreement negotiated by and between King County and International
Federation of Professional & Technical Engineers, Local 17 (Professional & Technical -
Roads Division) representing employees in the department of transportation; and
establishing the effective date of said agreements.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14538.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
6.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0588 Mr. Constantine, Mr. Phillips and Mr.
Pullen
AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the memorandum of understanding extending
for six months the collective bargaining agreement negotiated by and between King County
and International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 17
(Supervisors) representing employees in the department of transportation and the
department of natural resources and parks.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14539.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
7.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0589 Mr. Constantine, Mr. Phillips and Mr.
Pullen
AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the collective bargaining agreement negotiated
by and between King County and International Federation of Professional and Technical
Engineers, Local 17A representing employees in the departments of executive services
(facilities), development and environmental services, natural resources and parks and
transportation; and establishing the effective date of said agreement.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14540.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
8.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0590 Mr. Constantine, Mr. Phillips and Mr.
Pullen
AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the memorandum of understanding extending
for six months the collective bargaining agreement negotiated by and between King County
and International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 17 (Section
Managers) representing employees in the department of transportation and the department
of natural resources and parks.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14541.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

 
9.
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.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14542.
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
 
10.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0543 Mr. Phillips
AN ORDINANCE relating to the 2002 levy of property taxes in King County for collection
in the year 2003.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14543.

Mr. Phillips moved Striking Amendment S1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 12 - Ms. Sullivan, 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: 1 - Mr. von Reichbauer
A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Passed as Amended. 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: 1 - Mr. Pullen
Excused: 0
 
11.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0559.2		 Mr. Phillips
AN ORDINANCE making a supplemental appropriation of $1,165,790 from the current
expense fund to several current expense agencies; making a supplemental appropriation of
$2,259,448 to various non-current expense agencies; making a supplemental appropriation
of $6,943,271 to various capital funds to provide for correction of errors and the
appropriate level of appropriation authority, and amending the 2002 Budget Ordinance,
Ordinance 14265, Sections 16, 19, 37, 40, 42, 43, 61, 82, 95, 115, 116, 119, 120 and 121, as
amended, and Attachments 2, 3 and 4, as amended.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14544.

Ms. Hague requested that two e-mail transmittals distributed to the members be made part of the

record. The Chair so ordered.
A motion was made by Mr. Phillips 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
 
12.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0587 Ms. Sullivan
AN ORDINANCE relating to service and permit fees assessed by the department of
development and environmental services; correcting fees and technical errors; amending
Ordinance 10662, Section 44, and K.C.C. 27.02.030, Ordinance 11141, Section 40, as
amended, and K.C.C. 27.02.100, Ordinance 13332, Section 10, and K.C.C. 27.02.140,
Ordinance 13332, Section 13, and K.C.C 27.02.160, Ordinance 13332, Section 9, and
K.C.C. 27.02.190, Ordinance 13332, Section 63, and K.C.C. 27.02.210, Ordinance 10662,
Section 51, and K.C.C. 27.04.005, Ordinance 8330, Section 31, as amended, and K.C.C.
27.04.010, Ordinance 13332, Section 4, and K.C.C. 27.06.010, Ordinance 13332, Section 5,
and K.C.C. 27.06.020, Ordinance 13332, Section 6, and K.C.C. 27.06.030, Ordinance
13332, Section 16, and K.C.C. 27.10.010, Ordinance 13332, Section 17, as amended, and
K.C.C. 27.10.020, Ordinance 13332, Section 19, and K.C.C. 27.10.040, Ordinance 13332,
Section 21, as amended, and K.C.C. 27.10.060, Ordinance 13332, Section 24, and K.C.C.
27.10.090, Ordinance 13332, Section 25, as amended, and K.C.C. 27.10.100, Ordinance
13332, Section 32, as amended, and K.C.C. 27.10.170, Ordinance 13332, Section 40, as
amended, and K.C.C. 27.10.320, Ordinance 13332, Section 41, and K.C.C. 27.10.330,
Ordinance 13332, Section 42, as amended, and K.C.C. 27.10.350, Ordinance 13332,
Section 48, and K.C.C. 27.10.420, Ordinance 13332, Section 49, and K.C.C. 27.10.430,
Ordinance 13332, Section 53, and K.C.C. 27.10.510, Ordinance 13332, Section 54, and
K.C.C. 27.10.550, and Ordinance 13174, Section 35, and K.C.C. 27.36.030; adding a new
section to K.C.C. chapter 27.10, and repealing Ordinance 13396, Section 12, and K.C.C.
27.02.066 and Ordinance 13332, Section 20, as amended, and K.C.C. 27.10.050.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Mr. Phillips moved to suspend the rules for the purpose of taking public testimony on Proposed
Ordinance 2002-0587. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

Proposed Ordinance 2002-0587 remains in the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee.
Deferred
 
Labor, Operations and Technology
 
13.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0519.2		 Ms. Hague
AN ORDINANCE relating to the privacy of credit card, debit card or check card account
numbers; amending Ordinance 13923, Section 3, and K.C.C. 4.100.010 and adding a new
section to K.C.C. chapter 4.100.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14545.

Mike Alvine, council staff, answered questions of the Council.
A motion was made by Mr. Constantine 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
 

14.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0577 Mr. Constantine, Mr. Phillips and Mr.
Pullen
AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting two collective bargaining agreements
negotiated by and between King County and the King County Police Officers Guild
representing: commissioned employees in the King County sheriff's office; and limited
commissioned airport police/aircraft rescue firefighting officers (ARFF) at the King County
airport who work for the King County sheriff's office and establishing the effective date of
said agreements.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14546.
A motion was made by Mr. Constantine 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
 
Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
ONE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CONDUCTED ON ITEMS 15-16 AND 18-31
 
15.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0188 Ms. Lambert
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the conveyance of certain park property to the city of
Redmond and authorizing the King County executive to enter into an interlocal agreement
relating to the transfer of the park property to the city.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The following people appeared to speak on 12/16/2002 :
Robert Eaton, 23232 SE 312th, Black Diamond, WA 98010
Martin Durkan, 22401 Sweeney Rd, Maple Valley, WA 98038
Jason Paulsen, P.O. Box 599, Black Diamond, WA 98010
Thomas E. Allen, 3711 48th Ave. N.E., Seattle, WA 98105
Bessy Clarke, 2923 S.W. 116th St., Burien, WA 98146
Lee Carlson, 1000 Cabin Creek Lane SW, Issaquah, WA 98027
The following person also appeared to speak:

John Starbard, PO Box 320, Maple Valley, WA 98038.

Ms. Edmonds moved to suspend the rules for the purpose of taking public testimony on Proposed
Ordinance 2002-0188. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

Mike Reed, council staff, answered questions of the Council.
Monica Clarke, council staff, answered questions of the Council.

Proposed Ordinance 2002-0188 remains in the Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
Committee.
Deferred
 
16.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0504.2		 Mr. Irons
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Sammamish for transfer to the city of Beaver Lake Park; and
declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.

The enacted number is 14552.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.
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
 
17.
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 re-refer Proposed Ordinance 2002-0568 to the Natural Resources, Parks
and Open Space Committee. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.
Re-referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee
 
18.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0579.2		 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Auburn for transfer to the city of Lea Hill and Auburndale
Two parks; and declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14553.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.
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

 
19.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0580 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Redmond for transfer to the city of Bridle Crest Trail.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The Chair directed the clerk to take one vote on Items 19-22 & 31 as a consent agenda.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

The enacted number is 14547.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
20.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0581 Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Irons
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Maple Valley for transfer to the city of Lake Wilderness park
and conference center; and declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The Chair directed the clerk to take one vote on Items 19-22 & 31 as a consent agenda.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

The enacted number is 14548.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
21.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0583 Ms. Edmonds
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 Salmon Creek waterway.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The Chair directed the clerk to take one vote on Items 19-22 & 31 as a consent agenda.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

The enacted number is 14549.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
22.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0585 Ms. Edmonds
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 Fort Dent park; and
declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The Chair directed the clerk to take one vote on Items 19-22 & 31 as a consent agenda.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

The enacted number is 14550.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

 
23.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0591 Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Irons
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Black Diamond for transfer to the city of Lake Sawyer park.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Ms. Edmonds moved to suspend the rules for the purpose of taking public testimony on Proposed
Ordinance 2002-0591. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

Mr. Irons moved to relieve the Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee of further
consideration and to take action on Proposed Ordinance 2002-0591.

Karen Reed, Special Projects Coordinator, Natural Resources and Parks, answered questions of the
Council.

Mr. Irons withdrew his motion.

Proposed Ordinance 2002-0591 remains in the Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
Committee.
Deferred
 
24.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0592.2		 Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Irons
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Issaquah for transfer to the city of Sammamish Cove park.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14554.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.
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
 
25.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0593 Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Pullen
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Kent for transfer of the Kent pool to the city; and declaring an
emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Ms. Edmonds moved to suspend the rules for the purpose of taking public testimony on Proposed
Ordinance 2002-0593. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

Ms. Patterson moved to relieve the Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee of further
consideration and to take action on Proposed Ordinance 2002-0593.

Karen Reed, Special Projects Coordinator, Natural Resources and Parks, answered questions of the
Council.

Ms. Patterson's motion failed by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 3 - Ms. Patterson, Mr. Pullen and Mr. von Reichbauer
No: 10 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz,

Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Mr. Irons
Excused: 0

Proposed Ordinance 2002-0593 remains in the Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
Committee.
Deferred
 
26.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0594.2		 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Federal Way for transfer to the city of the Kenneth Jones pool;
and declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14555.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.
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
 
27.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0595 Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Pullen
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and Auburn School District No. 408 for transfer of the Auburn Pool to the
school district; and declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Ms. Edmonds moved to suspend the rules for the purpose of taking public testimony on Proposed
Ordinance 2002-0595. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

Proposed Ordinance 2002-0595 remains in the Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
Committee.
Deferred
 
28.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0596.2		 Ms. Edmonds, Mr. McKenna and Mr.
Pullen
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the Northwest Center Recreation LLC for transfer of the Mary Wayte
pool and the Northshore Costie/Ruiz pool; and declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

The enacted number is 14556.

Karen Reed, Special Projects Coordinator, Natural Resources and Parks, answered questions of the
Council.

Noel Treat, Prosecuting Attorney Staff, Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, answered questions of the
Council.
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
 
29.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0597 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the YMCA of Greater Seattle for transfer of the Mount Rainier Pool; and
declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Ms. Edmonds moved to suspend the rules for the purpose of taking public testimony on Proposed
Ordinance 2002-0597. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

Proposed Ordinance 2002-0597 remains in the Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
Committee.
Deferred
 
30.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0601.2		 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 and SeaTac regarding the operation of the Mount Rainier pool; and
declaring an emergency.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

The enacted number is 14557.
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

 
31.
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.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The Chair directed the clerk to take one vote on Items 19-22 & 31 as a consent agenda.

Speakers for this item are contained on the list for item 15.

The enacted number is 14551.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
Passed The Consent Agenda - Items 19-22 & 31
A motion was made by Ms. Edmonds 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
 
Transportation
 
32.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0571.2		 Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Pelz
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between
King County and the city of Tukwila regarding the maintenance, operation and future
rehabilitation or replacement of the South Park bridge.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14558.
A motion was made by Mr. Pelz 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. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Irons

 
Utilities
The chair directed the clerk to take one vote on Items 33 & 34 as a consent agenda.
 
33.
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.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Ms. Patterson moved to relieve the Utilities Committee of further consideration and to take action on
Proposed Ordinance 2002-0598. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

The enacted number is 14559.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
34.
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.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
Ms. Patterson moved to relieve the Utilities Committee of further consideration and to take action on
Proposed Ordinance 2002-0599. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

The enacted number is 14560.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
Passed The Consent Agenda - Items 33 & 34
A motion was made by Ms. Patterson that the Consent Agenda 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. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Irons
Motions for Council Action
 
Consent Items - Items 35 and 36
 
35.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0508 Mr. Pelz
A MOTION authorizing the executive to accept a bequest of $360,000 from the estate of
Lillian May Hyde to King County's ACCESS transportation program for the benefit of van
service provided to Beacon Hill and the South Seattle district.
The enacted number is 11621.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
36.
Proposed Substitute Motion No.
2002-0553.2		 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.

The enacted number is 11622.
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: 12 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Irons
 
Committee of the Whole
 
37.
Proposed Substitute Motion No.
2002-0604.3		 Mr. Pelz
A MOTION establishing the statement of policy positions for the 2003 state legislative
agenda for King County.
The enacted number is 11623.

Mr. McKenna moved to amend the attachment to Proposed Substitute Motion 2002-0604; on page 1,
first row, third column, delete 'Lid Lifts' and in fourth column, first sentence, after 'amounts', delete
'for each year of the lid-lift,' and delete second sentence.

Gary Prince, Senior Project Manager, Department of Transportation, answered questions of the
Council.
Chuck Williams, Director of Government Relations, answered questions of the Council.

Mr. McKenna's motion failed by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 4 - Ms. Hague, Ms. Lambert, Mr. McKenna and Mr. Pullen
No: 7 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz,
Mr. Constantine, Mr. Gossett and Ms. Patterson
Excused: 2 - Mr. Irons and Mr. von Reichbauer

Ms. Patterson moved Amendment 1.
Beth Mountsier, council staff, answered questions of the Council.

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

A motion was made by Mr. Pelz that this matter be Passed as Amended. The motion carried by
the following vote:
Votes:
Yes: 8 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr.
Gossett and Ms. Patterson
No: 3 - Mr. McKenna, Mr. Pullen and Ms. Hague
Excused: 2 - Mr. von Reichbauer and Mr. Irons
Introduction and Action on a Motion
 
38.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0607 Mr. Phillips
A MOTION providing policy direction to the executive and the department of development
and environmental services regarding the use of interfund borrowing.

Mr. Phillips moved to suspend the rules to take action on Proposed Motion 2002-0607 without
referral to committee. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

The enacted number is 11624.
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, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. von Reichbauer and Mr. Irons
 
Employment Committee Consent Agenda - Items 39-41 & 44
39. Hire a half-time Deputy Hearing Examiner
A motion was made by Mr. Gossett that this matter be passed. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. von Reichbauer and Mr. Irons
40. Hire a Legislative Secretary in the Hearing Examiner's Office
A motion was made by Mr. Gossett that this matter be passed. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. von Reichbauer and Mr. Irons
41. Legislative Staff Salary
A motion was made by Mr. Gossett that this matter be passed. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. von Reichbauer and Mr. Irons

Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral
 
42.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0606 Mr. Phillips
AN ORDINANCE relating to the 2002 levy of property taxes in King County for collection
in the year 2003; and amending Ordinance ______, Sections 1, 2 and 3.
Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
Other Business
Extra Items
Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinances
 
43.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0363.2		 Ms. Sullivan
AN ORDINANCE relating to the organization of the executive branch; making technical
corrections; and amending Ordinance 12075, Section 3, as amended, and K.C.C. 2.16.025,
Ordinance 14199, Section 11, and K.C.C. 2.16.035, Ordinance 11955, Section 5, as
amended, and K.C.C. 2.16.055, Ordinance 14005, Section 3, as amended, and K.C.C.
2.16.0755, Ordinance 14155, Section 5, and K.C.C. 2.16.07585, Ordinance 12529, Section
2, as amended, and K.C.C. 2.16.080, Ordinance 11955, Section 13, as amended, and K.C.C.
2.16.110, Ordinance 12432, Section 2, as amended, and K.C.C. 2.16.120, Ordinance 12075,
Section 13, as amended, and K.C.C. 2.50.045, Ordinance 13983, Section 3, as amended,
and K.C.C. 4.19.030, Ordinance 12045, Section 5, as amended, and K.C.C. 4.56.070 and
Ordinance 12394, Section 3, as amended, and K.C.C. 4.56.085.
On 12/16/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14561.

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

Mr. Phillips moved Title Amendment T1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 2 - Mr. von Reichbauer and Mr. Irons
Excused: 0
A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Passed as Amended. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Votes:
Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. von Reichbauer and Mr. Irons

Employment Committee Consent Agenda - Item 44
44. Hiring a Principal Management Auditor
A motion was made by Mr. Gossett that this matter be passed. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz,
Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. von Reichbauer and Mr. Irons
Introduction of Motions for First Reading and Referral
 
45.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0608 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ___________ to the King County
commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
 
46.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0609 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ___________ to the King County
commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
 
47.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0610 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ___________ to the King County
commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
 
48.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0611 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ___________ to the King County
commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
 
49.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0612 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ___________ to the King County
commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
 
50.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0613 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ___________ to the King County
commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
 
51.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0614 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ___________, representing
academia and higher education, to the King County commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole

 
52.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0615 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ___________, representing
organized labor, to the King County commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
 
53.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0616 Ms. Sullivan
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of ____________, representing
business and industry, to the King County commission on governance.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 4:26 p.m.

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