King County Council meeting minutes

Room 1001

June 30, 2003

1:30 P.M.

Room 1001

June 30, 2003

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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, Steve Hammond, 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson Excused: Ms. Hague

	Flag Salute and Pledge of Allegiance
		Prior to offering to join him in the Pledge of Allegiance, Mr. Phillips informed the members and audience of the viewing of the Declaration of Independence at the Museum of History and Industry August 23-September 1, 2003. He explained this printer's version of the Declaration has traveled the nation and he encouraged all, including children, to take advantage of this opportunity. Mr. Phillips led the flag salute and Pledge of Allegiance.

	Approval of Minutes of June 23, 2003
1.

		Mr. von Reichbauer moved to approve the minutes of the June 23, 2003 meeting without reading. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

	Reports on Special and Outside Committees
2.

		Mr. Phillips reported on the Cedar River Council meeting at the Cedar River Watershed Education Center. Some of the items of discussion were the reopening of a sports fishery on the Cedar River and culvert replacement opportunities which will enhance fish. Mr. Phillips indicated the Council had updates on a number of different issues. Mr. Phillips briefed the Council on WRIA 8 Steering Committee. He indicated the Committee discussed the conservation plan and schedule, and that staff recommended a one year delay in getting it out for review. Staff has been asked to submit a revised schedule. Ms. Edmonds reported on the Seattle-King County Board of Health. She indicated the Board discussed performance standards and the establishment of a measurement tool for local Boards of Health. The tool was developed and tested and administered to all departments of public health in Washington. She reported that the Seattle-King County Board of Health scored very well. Ms. Edmonds briefed the Council on SeaShore Transportation Forum. The Forum's focus was a report from the Puget Sound Regional Council on monitoring and transportation finance in the Puget Sound region. The Forum also had a briefing on the Northgate transit-oriented development project and I-5 reconstruction project. Mr. von Reichbauer reminded the Council of the American Heart Walk, beginning at Safeco Field on September 20th, and encouraged its participation. He also introduced legislative assistant, Jenny Faubion, who will be working with staff to assist in coordinating their efforts in the Walk.

	Plat Tracing
3.

	Trilogy at Redmond Ridge Div 5 - Council District 3
		Mr. Phillips moved to adopt the DDES finding of fact that the final plat of Trilogy at Redmond Ridge Div 5 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 Items - Items 4 and 5



4.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2003-0214.2	Ms. Lambert


	AN ORDINANCE approving the City of Redmond Water System Plan.
	On 6/30/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14696.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

5.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0221	Mr. Phillips

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into four agreements with the Washington state Department of Ecology for loan financing of four wastewater capital projects.
	On 6/30/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14697.
	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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague



Labor, Operations & Technology

6.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0284	Mr. Constantine, Mr. Phillips and Mr. Hammond


	AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the collective bargaining agreement and memorandum of agreement negotiated by and between King County and Public, Professional & Office-Clerical Employees and Drivers, Teamsters Local 763, representing employees in the department of assessments; and establishing the effective date of said agreement.
	On 6/30/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.
	Mr. Constantine moved to relieve the Labor, Operations and Technology Committee of further consideration and to take action on Proposed Ordinance 2003-0284. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. The enacted number is 14698.
	A motion was made by Mr. Constantine 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague


Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space

7.
	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.
	The Chair indicated that Proposed Ordinance 2003-0212 is deferred until the July 14, 2003 Council meeting.
	Deferred

Utilities

8.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2003-0185.3	Ms. Patterson


	AN ORDINANCE outlining the intended sequencing of steps to acquire property interests needed for the Brightwater treatment plant project; authorizing the condemnation of property interests for the Brightwater treatment plant project ; specifying relocation assistance to be provided to affected landowners, tenants and businesses; establishing time limits for review of proposals to dispose of property acquired in accordance with this ordinance and later determined to be surplus; making technical changes; and amending Ordinance 12045, Section 5, as amended, and K.C.C. 4.56.070 and Ordinance 12045, Section 7, and K.C.C. 4.56.080.
	On 6/16/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14699.
	A motion was made by Ms. Patterson 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague


9.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0257	Ms. Lambert

	AN ORDINANCE relating to the annexation of an area known as Dewar Annexation to King County Water District No. 119 for the purpose of providing water service.
	On 6/30/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.
	Ms. Patterson moved to suspend the rules for the purpose of holding an advertised public hearing on Proposed Ordinance 2003-0257. Seeing no objection, the chair so ordered. Proposed Ordinance 2003-0257 remains in the Utilities Committee.
	Deferred
Motions for Council Action

Consent Items - Items 10-12 & 14
	Item 13 was removed from the consent calendar.

10.
	Proposed Substitute Motion No. 2003-0222.2	Ms. Edmonds


	A MOTION adopting the 2003 facility master plan update for the First Northeast Transfer/Recycling Station, dated March 2003.
	The enacted number is 11734.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

11.
	Proposed Substitute Motion No. 2003-0242.2	Mr. Irons and Ms. Lambert


	A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Lee Kahn, who resides in council district three, to the King County rural forest commission.
	The enacted number is 11735.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

12.
	Proposed Substitute Motion No. 2003-0250.2	Ms. Edmonds


	A MOTION approving the program of work for the King Conservation District for the year 2004.
	The enacted number is 11736.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.



13.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0262	Ms. Edmonds

	A MOTION authorizing the county executive to implement a permanent parking system at Marymoor park.
	Ms. Lambert moved to remove Proposed Motion 2003-0262 from the consent calendar. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. Ms. Lambert moved Amendment 1. Bob Burns, Acting Division Director, Department of Natural Resources and Parks Division, answered questions of the Council. The Chair indicated that the vote on this Amendment would be taken as a voice vote. The motion failed. The enacted number is 11738.
	A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 8 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 4 - Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. McKenna and Mr. Hammond Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague


14.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0263	Ms. Sullivan

	A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Doug Schindler, who resides in council district two, to the King County rural forest commission.
	The enacted number is 11737.
	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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague


Labor, Operations & Technology

15.
	Proposed Substitute Motion No. 2003-0206.2	Mr. Constantine, Ms. Hague, Ms. Lambert and Mr. Hammond

	A MOTION approving the work plan and schedule for the King County executive's performance measurement program and requesting the executive to participate in an advisory performance measurement work group and submit a report on performance measures for the elections office.
	Mr. Constantine moved to relieve the Labor, Operations and Technology Committee of further consideration and to take action on Proposed Ordinance 2003-0206. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. Mr. Constantine moved Amendment 1. The motion carried by the following vote: Votes: Yes: 12 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague


	Mr. Constantine moved Title Amendment T1. The motion carried by the following vote: Votes: Yes: 12 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague The enacted number is 11739.
	A motion was made by Mr. Constantine 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague

Introduction of and Action on a Motion

16.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0302	Ms. Sullivan

	A MOTION relating to the organization of the council, and designating committee chairs and vice-chairs; and amending Motion 11122, Section G, as amended, and OR 2-040.
	Mr. von Reichbauer moved to suspend the rules in order to take action on Proposed Motion 2003-0302 without referral to committee. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. The enacted number is 11740.
	A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague

Hearing Examiner Consent Items - Items 17-20

17.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2003-0186.2	Ms. Sullivan


	AN ORDINANCE concurring with the recommendation of the hearing examiner to approve, subject to conditions, the application for public benefit rating system assessed valuation for open space and/or current use assessment for timberland submitted by Ty Hansen for property located at 172xx Southeast 352nd Street, Auburn, WA 98092, designated department of natural resources, water and land resources division file no. E02CT008.
	The enacted number is 14700.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.



18.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2003-0187.2	Ms. Sullivan


	AN ORDINANCE concurring with the recommendation of the hearing examiner to approve, subject to conditions, the application for public benefit rating system assessed valuation for open space submitted by Kevin Ord and Ida Wan for property located at 18507 244th Avenue Northeast, Woodinville, WA 98072, designated department of natural resources, water and land resources division file no. E02CT036.
	The enacted number is 14701.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

19.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2003-0188.2	Ms. Sullivan


	AN ORDINANCE concurring with the recommendation of the hearing examiner to approve, subject to conditions, the application for public benefit rating system assessed valuation for open space submitted by Jinna N. Risdal and Victoria W. Olson for property located at 10504 Southwest 216th Street, Vashon, WA 98070, designated department of natural resources, water and land resources division file no. E02CT039.
	The enacted number is 14702.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

20.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2003-0209.2	Ms. Sullivan


	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the vacation of a portion of SE 184th Street File V-2456 Petitioners: Duane & Michelle Schilling
	The enacted number is 14703.
	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: 12 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague

Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral

21.
	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.
	Introduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee

22.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0288	Ms. Sullivan

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the vacation of a portion of an alleyway in Whitwoods 1st Addition, File V-2453. petitioner: Sally Jo Hilstad.
	Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner



23.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0293	Mr. Phillips

	AN ORDINANCE making a supplemental appropriation of $521,541 to the roads fund from undesignated fund balance to implement the Teamsters Local 174 Collective Bargaining Agreement for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2003; and amending the 2003 Budget Ordinance, Ordinance 14517, Section 60, as amended.
	Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee

24.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0295	Ms. Hague

	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).
	Introduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee

25.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0296	Ms. Hague

	AN ORDINANCE relating to affordable housing program guidelines for local revenue created by 2002 Washington Laws 294 (Substitute House Bill 2060).
	Introduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee

26.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0297	Mr. Constantine, Ms. Patterson and Ms. Sullivan


	AN ORDINANCE relating to the county's negotiated procurement provisions; making technical corrections; and amending Ordinance 12138, Section 19, as amended, and K.C.C. 4.16.155.
	Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

27.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0300	Ms. Sullivan

	AN ORDINANCE concurring with the recommendation of the hearing examiner to deny the application for public benefit rating system assessed valuation for open space submitted by Murray Franklyn Company for property located at 2173x Northeast 201st Court, Woodinville, Washington 98072, designated Department of Natural Resources, Water and Land Resources Division file No. E02CT047, and repealing Ordinance 14670.
	Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner

28.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0301	Ms. Sullivan

	AN ORDINANCE concurring with the recommendation of the hearing examiner to deny the application for public benefit rating system assessed valuation for open space submitted by Murray Franklyn Company for property located at 21712 Northeast 203rd Street, Woodinville, Washington 98072, designated Department of Natural Resources, Water and Land Resources Division file No. E02CT048, and repealing Ordinance no. 14671.
	Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner


Introduction of Motions and Referrals

29.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0224	Mr. Phillips

	A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Doug McClelland, who resides in council district twelve, to the King County rural forest commission.
	Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee

30.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0232	Ms. Hague

	A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Jeanette Greenfield, who resides in council district eleven, to the King County children and family commission.
	Introduced and Referred to Law, Justice and Human Services Committee

31.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0248	Ms. Edmonds

	A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Michael Rogers, who resides in council district one, to the King County accessible services advisory committee.
	Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

32.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0286	Mr. Phillips

	A MOTION concerning untimely filed petition for tax refund and authorizing treasury operations to make refund.
	Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee

33.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0289	Mr. Constantine

	A MOTION authorizing the production of a video voters' guide for the 2003 countywide primary and general election.
	Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

34.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0291	Mr. Gossett

	A MOTION authorizing the sheriff's office to participate in a Community Policing Consortium grant.
	Introduced and Referred to Law, Justice and Human Services Committee

35.
	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.
	Introduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee

36.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0298	Mr. Constantine, Ms. Patterson, Ms. Sullivan and Mr. Phillips


	A MOTION endorsing the extension of the pilot productivity initiative to the wastewater capital improvement and asset management programs for the purpose of saving ratepayers money while ensuring continuing high-quality operation of the county's wastewater utility.
	Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee


Extra Item
Introduction and Action on a Motion

37.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0308	Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Lambert, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. Pelz, Ms. Patterson, Mr. Phillips, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Irons and Mr. Constantine


	A MOTION stating the will of the council to enter into a contract for professional appraisal review services.
	Mr. von Reichbauer moved to suspend the rules in order to take action on Proposed Motion 2003-0308 without referral to committee. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered. The enacted number is 11741.
	A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague

Introduction of Motion and Referral

38.
	Proposed Motion No. 2003-0309	Mr. McKenna

	A MOTION authorizing the chair of the council to enter into a contract for services to provide a feasibility study and analytic review of the executive's proposal to develop and operate an intermodal facility for the purposes of exporting solid waste.
	Introduced and Referred to Committee of the Whole


	Other Business
		Mr. Irons commented on the Council's previous recognition to Dr. Sherwin Shinn, an Issaquah Dentist, for his work in helping children, and informed the Council that he recently was awarded the Seattle Post Intelligencer Jefferson Award and the 2003 Jacqueline Kennedy Onasis Award for public service. Mr. Irons noted that Dr. Shinn left his dentistry so that he and his wife could devote full time to their International Smiles Power Foundation. He also stated that it was a tribute to our region to recognize Dr. Shinn. Mr. Phillips shared his opportunity, and that of Councilmembers Patterson, Edmonds, Lambert, Constantine and McKenna, to attend the opening of McCaw Hall at Seattle Center. He suggested that everyone take the opportunity to go and see it and commented that it was a great addition to our community. Ms. Lambert noted that she had taken a tour of the 520 bridge, and indicated it was worth seeing.
	Adjournment
		The meeting was adjourned at 2:38 p.m.

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