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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 January 27, 2003 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. Edmonds led the flag salute and Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Approval of Minutes of January 21, 2003
1.
Mr. von Reichbauer moved to approve the minutes of the January 21, 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 meeting. The Board elected
three health professionals: Frankie Manning, a nurse who can offer a great wealth of experience;
Dr. George Counts, a physician at the University of Washington and Dr. Bud Nicola, former public
health director in King County and a former public health official for Pierce County. The Board
also elected Ms. Edmonds as chair, and 3 vice chairs: Councilmember Larry Gossett, representing
the Metropolitan King County Council; Councilmember Margaret Pageler, representing the City of
Seattle, and Mayor Dave Hutchinson, Lake Forest Park, representing the suburban cities. Ms.
Edmonds indicated the Board also updated codes regarding milk products.

Mr. Irons reported on the "We the People" High School Civics Competition, a statewide competition
bringing together students from ten high schools from different districts to Olympia to compete on
their knowledge of the Constitution, Bill of Rights and European history. Mr. Irons indicated that
Tahoma High School has repeated its history of finishing in first place in the state, and will be
competing in the finals.
Ms. Patterson also commented on the competition, indicating that Mt. Rainier High School took third
place. She expressed her desire to invite the Tahoma and Mt. Rainier High school teams to come
before the Council to be recognized.

Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinances
 
Consent Item - Item 3
 
3.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2001-0374 Mr. von Reichbauer and Ms. Sullivan
AN ORDINANCE vacating of a portion of Southwest 152nd Street. File V-2398;
Petitioner Mark Gralia; and amending Ordinance 13986, Section 1.
On 1/27/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14566.
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. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Pullen
 
Committee of the Whole
 
4.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2003-0006.2		 Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Phillips
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to grant a conservation easement over Taylor
Mountain forest to the state of Washington Department of Natural Resources, in exchange
for a $2,800,000 federal forest legacy grant administered by the state Department of
Natural Resources and declaring an emergency.
On 1/27/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.
The following people appeared to speak on 1/27/2003 :
Chris Coppock, 21820 260th Ave. S.E., Maple Valley, WA 98038
The enacted number is 14567.
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
 

Reappointment Consent Agenda - Items 5-11
 
5.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0232 Mr. Constantine and Mr. Phillips
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Larry Brown, who resides in
council district thirteen, to the King County international airport roundtable as a labor
representative.
The enacted number is 11627.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
6.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0527 Ms. Lambert
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Mark Hooper, who resides in
council district three, to the King County solid waste advisory committee.
The enacted number is 11628.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
7.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0530 Mr. von Reichbauer
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Pamela Martin, who resides in
council district seven, to the King County solid waste advisory committee.
The enacted number is 11629.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
8.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0532 Mr. Constantine
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Patricia McInturff, who was
nominated by King County councilmember Dow Constantine, and who resides in council
district eight, to the Harborview Medical Center board of trustees.
The enacted number is 11630.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
9.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0535 Ms. Lambert
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Max Pope, who resides in council
district three, to the King County solid waste advisory committee.
The enacted number is 11631.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

 
10.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0536 Ms. Edmonds
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Shirley Shimada, who resides in
council district one, to the King County solid waste advisory committee.
The enacted number is 11632.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
11.
Proposed Motion No. 2003-0001 Mr. Irons
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Roland Carlson, who resides in
council district twelve, to the King County board of ethics.
The enacted number is 11633.
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
Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral
 
12.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0017 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the conveyance of certain drainage-related properties to the
city of Kenmore.
Introduced and Referred to Utilities Committee
 
13.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0019 Ms. Lambert
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an agreement with the city of
Carnation for disposal of sewage.
Introduced and Referred to Utilities Committee
 
14.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0021 Mr. Constantine
AN ORDINANCE related to code enforcement; providing for the commencement of civil
action in superior court by a citizen for alleged violations of county code; authorizing the
recovery of litigation costs; outlining the range of relief, remedies or civil penalties that
may result from the civil action; and adding a new section to K.C.C. chapter 23.36.
Introduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee
 
15.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0033 Ms. Lambert
AN ORDINANCE approving the Ames Lake Water Association 2001 Comprehensive
Water System Plan.
Introduced and Referred to Utilities Committee

 
16.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0035 Mr. Pelz
AN ORDINANCE adopting revised concurrency methodology and the new transportation
concurrency map, the new monitored zones table, and the new list of monitored corridors;
amending Ordinance 14050, Section 8, and K.C.C. 14.70.210, Ordinance 14050, Section 9,
as amended, and K.C.C. 14.70.220, Ordinance 14050, Section 10, as amended, and K.C.C.
14.70.230, Ordinance 14050, Section 12, and K.C.C. 14.70.250, Ordinance 14050, Section
13, as amended, and K.C.C. 14.70.260 and Ordinance 14050, Section 14, as amended, and
K.C.C.14.70.270, adding a new section to K.C.C. chapter 14.70 and repealing Ordinance
14375, Attachment A, Ordinance 14375, Attachment B, and Ordinance 14050, Attachment
B.
Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee
Introduction of Motions and Referrals
 
17.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0351 Mr. Constantine
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Marie Malyevac, who resides in
council district thirteen, to the King County board for developmental disabilities.
Introduced and Referred to Law, Justice and Human Services Committee
 
18.
Proposed Motion No. 2003-0036 Mr. Constantine
A MOTION related to King County council adoption of the 2003 work program for the
King County auditor's office.
Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee
Reintroductions of Ordinances
 
19.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0306 Mr. Pullen, Mr. Irons and Mr. McKenna
AN ORDINANCE proposing an amendment to the King County Charter reducing in size
the King County council from thirteen to nine members; consequently reducing council
voting requirements related to the size of the council; phasing in the reduction of council
members with elections and terms of office; amending Section 220.10 of the King County
Charter, Section 230.10 of the King County Charter, Section 230.20 of the King County
Charter, Section 230.30 of the King County Charter, Section 270.30 of the King County
Charter, Section 460 of the King County Charter and Section 650.10 of the King County
Charter, adding a new Section 650.40.15 to the King County Charter, adding a new Section
650.40.25 to the King County Charter, repealing Sections 650.04.010 and 650.40.020 of the
King County Charter and submitting the same to the voters of the county for their
ratification or rejection at the November 2002 general election.
Reintroduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
 
20.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0432 Mr. Irons
AN ORDINANCE related to zoning, clarifying standards that govern a golf course facility
within the Rural zone; and amending Ordinance 10870, Section 331, as amended, and
K.C.C. 21A.08.040.
Reintroduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee

 
21.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0471 Mr. McKenna, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Irons
and Ms. Hague
AN ORDINANCE related to zoning, establishing additional provisions for wineries in rural
and agricultural zones; and amending Ordinance 10870, Section 335, as amended, and KCC
21A.08.080.
Reintroduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee
 
22.
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.
Reintroduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee
 
23.
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.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee
 
24.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0576 Mr. Constantine and Mr. Gossett
AN ORDINANCE extending the 1999-2001 affirmative action plan and workforce
availabilities through 2004; and repealing Ordinance 13572, Section 2.
Reintroduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee
 
25.
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.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee
 
26.
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.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee
 
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.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee

 
28.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0603 Mr. Irons, Mr. Phillips, Ms. Patterson,
Ms. Lambert, Mr. McKenna and Ms.
Hague
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.
Reintroduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
Reintroductions of Motions
 
29.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0281 Ms. Hague
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Thomas Lovejoy, who resides in
council district eleven, to the King County museum of flight authority board of directors.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee
 
30.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0284 Mr. Irons
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Mona Pickering, who resides in
council district twelve, to the King County landmarks and heritage commission.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee
 
31.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0502 Mr. Constantine and Ms. Hague
A MOTION approving the report, King County Strategic Technology Plan 2003-2005
(Revised).
Reintroduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee
Other Business
Ms. Lambert briefed the Council on her attendance at the National Association of Counties Task
Force regarding law and justice issues. The main focus was on bio terrorism and homeland security.

Extra Item
Motion for Council Action
 
Committee of the Whole
 
32.
Proposed Motion No. 2003-0020 Mr. Pelz
A MOTION declaring the council's support for the Local Government Joint Legislative
Proposal of the Association of Washington Cities, Washington Association of County
Officials and Washington State Association of Counties.
Mr. Pelz moved to relieve the Committee-of-the-Whole of further consideration to take action on
Proposed Motion 2003-0020. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

The enacted number is 11634.
A motion was made by Mr. Pelz that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Votes:
Yes: 9 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr.
Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 4 - Mr. von Reichbauer, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Pullen and Ms. Hague
Excused: 0
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 2:03 p.m.

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