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Meeting Proceedings
Metropolitan King County Council
Councilmembers: Larry Phillips, Chair; Pete von Reichbauer, Vice Chair;
Carolyn Edmonds, Bob Ferguson, Kathy Lambert, Dwight Pelz,
Dow Constantine, Steve Hammond, Larry Gossett,
Jane Hague, David W. Irons, Julia Patterson

 
Room 1001 January 24, 2005 1:30 P.M.

 
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 1:42 p.m.
 
Roll Call
Present: Mr. Phillips, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Hammond,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons, Ms. Patterson and Mr. Constantine
Excused: Mr. Ferguson
 
Flag Salute and Pledge of Allegiance
Ms. Lambert led the flag salute and Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Approval of Minutes of January 18, 2005
1.
Mr. von Reichbauer moved to approve the minutes of the January 18, 2005 meeting as presented.
Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.
 
Special Item
2.
Presentation of a Memorial to the Kubota Family Recognizing Tom Kubota and the Kubota
Garden
Mr. Pelz spoke about the Kubota family and the Kubota Garden in South Seattle. He narrated a
slide presentation and acknowledged Zee Straight-Weiss, Kubota Gardens Foundation, and
Shwu-Jen Hwang, landscape architect, Seattle Parks Department. Mr. Pelz was joined at the
podium by Amy Kubota, Tom Kubota's widow and his son-in law Jeff Izutsu. Mr. Izutsu introduced
other family members and thanked the Council.
 
Reports on Special and Outside Committees
3.
Ms. Edmonds reported on the Washington State Association of Counties Steering Committee
meeting. She indicated the committee had updates and briefings and discussed new legislation
regarding Brightwater.

Ms. Edmonds reported on the Board of Health meeting for Seattle/King County. The members had
an update from the Executive Health Advisory Task Force which changed its name to Puget Sound
Health Alliance. The committee also had a briefing on changes on isolation and quarantine laws,
and regulations that were passed at the state level and how they would be applied in King County.
The members also had briefings on the local hazardous waste program and state food codes. Ms.
Edmonds indicated that many of the code changes have already been implemented by the King
County Department of Health.

Ms. Edmonds reported on the Seattle North King County Transportation Board. She indicated the
Board elected 2005 co-chairs. She and Richard Conlin were re-elected. The members had an
update on the State transportation plan and from Sound Transit on the Phase Two long range plan.
Ms. Edmonds commented on the joint meeting with South County Area Transportation Board (SCAT)
and the Eastside Transportation Partnership and their legislative agenda. She also displayed a
brochure that the three transportation forums produced.

Mr. Pelz reported on the Sound Transit Central Link Oversight Committee which is monitoring the
construction of link light rail in Seattle. The committee had a briefing on the status of the project
and also a briefing on north link. Mr. Pelz indicated that the Sound Transit Board will meet on
Thursday, January 27 to decide on where the station location will be for Roosevelt. The committee
also had a briefing on the challenges of tunneling.

Mr. Phillips reported on the Watershed Resource Inventory Area 8 Steering Committee. He
indicated that a number of the watershed resource inventory areas are developing their own plans
for salmon recovery. WRIA 8 includes the Cedar River, Lake Sammamish and Lake Washington
systems, and has completed its chinook salmon conservation plan which will be submitted to elected

officials February 25.
Mr. Irons added there has been good input to exchange viewpoints. He complimented Mr. Phillips
for his work as chair.
Motions for Council Action
Introduction of and Action on Motion
 
4.
Proposed Motion No. 2005-0028 Ms. Edmonds
A MOTION establishing the 2005 State Legislative Agenda for King County.
The enacted number is 12066.

Mr. von Reichbauer moved to suspend the rules in order to take action on Proposed Motion
2005-0028 without referral to committee. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.
Ms. Edmonds moved Amendment A1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 10 - Mr. Phillips, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds,
Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons
and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. Ferguson and Mr. Constantine

Ms. Lambert moved Amendment A2.
Jim Brewer, legal counsel, answered questions of the Council.

The Chair recessed the meeting at 2:25 p.m.
The Chair reconvened the meeting at 2:37 p.m.

Ms. Lambert's motion failed by a voice vote.
Ms. Edmonds moved Title Amendment T1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Mr. Phillips, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Hague,
Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Constantine,
Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Ferguson
A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that this matter be Passed as Amended. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
Yes: 8 - Mr. Phillips, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Ms.
Patterson and Mr. Constantine
No: 3 - Ms. Lambert, Mr. Hammond and Mr. Irons
Excused: 1 - Mr. Ferguson
Reappointment Consent Agenda - Item 5
 
5.
Proposed Motion No. 2005-0015 Mr. Hammond
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Ed Crawford, who works in
council district nine, to the King County emergency management advisory committee, to
fill one of three positions representing the Suburban Cities Association.
The enacted number is 12067.
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: 11 - Mr. Phillips, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Hammond,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons, Ms. Patterson and Mr. Constantine
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Ferguson
Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral
 
6.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2005-0022 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE approving a franchise for Lakehaven Utility District to construct,
operate and maintain a sewer system in council districts 7 and 13; and authorizing the
executive to execute the franchise agreement.
Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources and Utilities Committee
 
7.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2005-0023 Ms. Edmonds and Ms. Hague
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the county executive to execute a deed of conveyance in
favor of the city of Bellevue for drainage-related properties within city limits.
Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources and Utilities Committee
 
8.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2005-0024 Ms. Hague and Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the King County executive to enter into an interlocal
agreement with the city of Bellevue for the transfer of drainage facilities, properties and
easements.
Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources and Utilities Committee

 
9.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2005-0027 Mr. Irons
AN ORDINANCE proposing an amendment to the King County charter to establish the
elective office of county auditor; amending Section 250 of the King County Charter,
amending Section 350.20 of the King County Charter, adding a new Section 350.20.50 to
the King County Charter, amending Section 550 of the King County Charter, adding a new
Section 647 to the King County Charter and amending Section 680.10 of the King County
Charter, and submitting the same to the voters of the county for their ratification or
rejection at the November 2005 general election.
Introduced and Referred to Committee of the Whole
Reintroductions of Ordinances
 
10.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2004-0512 Ms. Edmonds, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pelz,
Mr. Ferguson, Ms. Patterson, Mr.
Phillips and Mr. Gossett
AN ORDINANCE relating to the public benefit rating system for open space land;
amending Ordinance 10511, Section 8, and K.C.C. 20.36.170 and Ordinance 10511,
Section 7, as amended, and K.C.C. 20.36.100, adding new sections to K.C.C. chapter 20.36
and repealing Ordinance 12969, Section 7, and K.C.C. 20.36.105 and Ordinance 12969,
Section 1, as amended, and K.C.C. 20.36.150.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources and Utilities Committee
 
11.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2004-0534 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE relating to the annexation of an area of land known as annexation area
2003-2 into the Val Vue Sewer District for the purpose of providing sewer service for
future development.
On 12/13/2004, a public hearing was held and closed.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources and Utilities Committee
Reintroductions of Motions
 
12.
Proposed Motion No. 2004-0346 Ms. Edmonds
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Bob Carlson, to the King County
fairgrounds advisory board.
Reintroduced and Referred to Natural Resources and Utilities Committee

Other Business
Extra Items
 
Budget and Fiscal Management
 
13.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2004-0490 Mr. Gossett
AN ORDINANCE relating to the 2004 levy of property taxes in King County for collection
in the year 2005; and amending Ordinance _____, Sections 1, 2 and 3.
On 1/24/2005, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 15113.

Mr. Gossett moved Striking Amendment S1.
Carrie Cihak, council staff, answered questions of the Council.
Mr. Gossett's motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Mr. Phillips, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds,
Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett,
Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Ferguson

Mr. Gossett moved Title Amendment T1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 11 - Mr. Phillips, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds,
Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett,
Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Ferguson
A motion was made by Mr. Gossett that this matter be Passed as Amended. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Votes:
Yes: 11 - Mr. Phillips, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Hammond,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons, Ms. Patterson and Mr. Constantine
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Mr. Ferguson
 
Plat Tracings
14.
Maple Ridge Highlands Division 4 - Council District 12
Mr. Constantine moved to adopt the DDES finding of fact that the final plat of Maple Ridge
Highlands Division 4 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.
Fieldstone Division 2 - Council District 9
Mr. Constantine moved to adopt the DDES finding of fact that the final plat of Fieldstone Division 2
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.

Extra Item
Motion for Council Action
Introduction of and Action on Motion
 
15.
Proposed Motion No. 2005-0029 Mr. Phillips, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von
Reichbauer, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Gossett, Ms.
Patterson and Ms. Hague
A MOTION related to legal representation pursuant to RCW 4.96.041(3) in connection
with recall proceedings, granting approval of the payment of necessary expenses as
provided by statute in cases where the office of the prosecuting attorney has granted such
approval.
The enacted number is 12068.

Mr. von Reichbauer moved to suspend the rules in order to take action on Proposed Motion
2005-0029 without referral to committee.

Mr. Irons requested a recess.

The Chair recessed the meeting at 2:57 p.m.
The Chair reconvened the meeting at 3:25 p.m.

Voting on Mr. von Reichbauer's motion and seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

Mr. von Reichbauer moved to amend line 19, after 'authorizes', to delete 'the chair of the council to
approve', on line 22, after 'councilmember', delete 'and' and insert "," and on line 23 after 'attorney',
delete ',' and insert "and written approval by any three councilmembers". The motion carried by the
following vote:
Votes: Yes: 10 - Mr. Phillips, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds,
Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons
and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. Constantine and Mr. Ferguson

Jim Brewer, legal counsel, answered questions of the Council.
A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that this matter be Passed as Amended. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
Yes: 10 - Mr. Phillips, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Hammond,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. Ferguson and Mr. Constantine

Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 3:29 p.m.

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