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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 May 28, 2002 1:30 P.M.

 
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 1:37 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
Councilmember Phillips led the flag salute and Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Approval of Minutes of May 20, 2002
1.
Mr. von Reichbauer moved to approve the minutes of the May 20, 2002
meeting without reading. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.
 
Reports on Special and Outside Committees
2.
Ms. Patterson briefed the Council on her attendance at the South County Area Transportation Board
meeting, also known as the SCAT Board. The major topic was the regional transportation
improvement district. She indicated the members agreed that the critical missing link in the regional
transportation improvement district proposal was State Route 167. Another special meeting is
planned for next week in order to further discuss regional transportation improvement district
funding for special projects.

Mr. Irons commented on his attendance at the GMPC meeting and two interesting items of
discussion; buildable lands and employment projections for the future. He indicated that the
purpose of the buildable lands initiative was to identify the capacity to absorb growth and to
evaluate the effectiveness of local planning and regulations concerning the Growth Management Act.
He also indicated that King County, and five other counties, must report to the State by September 1,
2002 and every five years thereafter on its capacity to accommodate growth during the 20 year
growth management period. He reported on an evaluation describing how the County has done to
date.

Mr. Phillips briefed the Council on the WRIA #8 Steering Committee, which he indicated means Lake
Washington, Cedar Sammamish Watershed Steering Committee. This committee is comprised of
citizens and elected officials who are looking at near-term and long term solutions to salmon
recovery in our community. Mr. Phillips indicated that he and Mr. Irons serve on the committee. The
committee met May 23rd and has finalized its near-term action agenda, which will be out for final
public review in the very near future. Mr. Phillips indicated the committee discussed and set an
agenda for the 2003 work plan and started a scoping process for a long-term conservation plan. Mr.
Phillips also briefed the Council on the Taylor Creek restoration project.

Mr. Irons informed the Council that the Eastside Transportation Partnership is focusing on the
regional plan, and discussing how to address the entire region's needs and projects. Also discussed
at the recent meeting was the importance of transit and the BRT to the I-405 project. Mr. Irons
added how good it was to hear attendees from various cities speaking about regional transportation
needs and working together.

Ms. Hague briefed the Council on her attendance at NACO's Western Interstate Conference in
Billings, Montana. She indicated the focus of the group was agriculture, rural economy and public
lands. There were a number of very good workshops covering job training, forest management and
community-based programs to provide greater access to health care for the uninsured.

Ms. Lambert reported on her participation at emergency preparedness training at Mariner High
School, which asked students to re-enact an emergency scene. They are to be commended for a job
well done. The King County Sheriff's Department, Snohomish County Sheriff's Department, and fire
departments from the greater King County area, as well as Snohomish also participated in the

training. She indicated that communications is the most important factor to work on.

Mr. Phillips commented on King County's Historical Association and the 150th anniversary of King
County. He joined Executive Ron Sims at its annual meeting and award ceremony at the Museum of
History and Industry. He indicated the theme this year is "150 Years of Working for You", and he
shared some noteworthy services that were rendered by King County during its 150 year history.
Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinances
 
Consent Items - Items 3-6
 
3.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0150 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an agreement with the state
Public Works Board regarding loan financing of the North Creek Storage Facility.
On 5/28/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14367.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

 
4.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0152 Mr. Pelz
AN ORDINANCE changing the name of the Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge water and sewer
district to the Skyway water and sewer district.
On 5/28/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14368.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
5.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0194 Ms. Edmonds
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an amendment to the
Conservation Futures Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the city of Seattle for the
Leschi natural area and Georgetown open space acquisition projects, authorized under
Ordinance 13678, and the Hitts hill acquisition project, authorized under Ordinance 14018.
On 5/28/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14369.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
6.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0206.2		 Mr. McKenna
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the condemnation of certain property for the 140th Avenue
Southeast - Phase I, Right-of-Way No. 9-1992-001.
On 5/28/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14370.
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, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Ms. Hague

 
Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
 
7.
Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2002-0197.2		 Mr. Constantine
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the sale of approximately one million to one million five
hundred thousand cubic yards of surplus sand and gravel by negotiated direct sale, due to
unique circumstances, to Vashon Sand and Gravel, Inc., located on a twenty-six-acre
portion of Maury Island regional park, in council district 8.
On 5/28/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The following people appeared to speak on 5/28/2002 :
John Rosellini, 720 Third Ave #1903, Seattle, WA 98104
Doug Hoffmann, 8820 SW Cemetary Rd, Vashon, WA 98070
Cliff Alton, PO Box P, Vashon, WA 98070
Jim Greenfield, 1501 4th Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
The enacted number is 14371.

Ms. Lambert requested to defer Proposed Substitute Ordinance 2002-0197 until the June 3, 2002
Council meeting.
Jim Brewer, Legal Counsel, answered questions of the Council.
Ms. Lambert withdrew her request to defer Proposed Substitute Ordinance 2002-0197 for one week.
Mr. Constantine moved a verbal amendment; on page 4, line 69, to insert "Any assignment of rights
granted under this ordinance shall be subject to King County Council approval".
Chair Sullivan ruled that this amendment should be in written form.
Mr. Constantine withdrew his amendment.
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
 
Transportation Committee
 
8.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0212 Mr. McKenna
AN ORDINANCE directing that 119th Avenue Southeast from Southeast 170th Place to
the Cascade Vista Shopping Center be closed.
On 5/28/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
The enacted number is 14372.
A motion was made by Mr. Pelz 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

Motions for Council Action
 
Consent Items - Items 9 & 10
Mr. Gossett moved to add items 12-14 to the consent agenda. Seeing no objection, the Chair so
ordered.
 
9.
Proposed Motion No. 2001-0547 Ms. Sullivan and Mr. Pullen
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Joe Tessier, who resides in council
district two, to the King County solid waste advisory committee, serving as a labor
representative.
The enacted number is 11433.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
10.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0189 Mr. Phillips
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Dr. Pamela Detrick, who resides in
council district four, to the King County alcoholism and substance abuse administrative
board.
The enacted number is 11434.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
Committee of the Whole
 
11.
Proposed Substitute Motion No.
2002-0214.2		 Mr. Pelz and Mr. McKenna
A MOTION relating to Referendum Bill 51, which will appear on the November 2002
general election ballot.
The following people appeared to speak on 5/28/2002:

Paul W. Locke
308 E. Republican St., Seattle, WA 98102

The enacted number is 11438.

Mr. Constantine moved Amendment 1. Mr. Pullen requsted a roll call vote.
Mr. Constantine's motion failed by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 6 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. Constantine,
Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Gossett
No: 7 - Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. McKenna, Ms. Hague,
Mr. Pullen, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
Excused: 0
A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by
the following vote:
Votes:
Yes: 8 - Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Ms. Hague, Mr.
Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 5 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen and Mr. Gossett
Excused: 0

 
Law, Justice and Human Services
 
12.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0155 Mr. Gossett
A MOTION accepting the loan of two personal watercraft from any nationally recognized
law enforcement loaner program.
The enacted number is 11435.

Mr. Gossett moved to add Proposed Motion 2002-0155 to the consent calendar. Seeing no
objection, the Chair so ordered.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
13.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0187 Mr. Gossett
A MOTION authorizing the county executive to enter into an interagency agreement with
the Forest Service, United States Department of Agriculture, to provide supplemental law
enforcement services.
The enacted number is 11436.

Mr. Gossett moved to add Proposed Motion 2002-0187 to the consent calendar. Seeing no
objection, the Chair so ordered.
This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.
 
14.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0192 Mr. Gossett
A MOTION authorizing the executive to accept a donation of registration fees and lodging
costs from Operation Lookout for the sheriff's office attendance at a Canadian conference.
The enacted number is 11437.

Mr. Gossett moved to add Proposed Motion 2002-0192 to the consent calendar. Seeing no
objection, the Chair so ordered.
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

 
Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space
 
15.
Proposed Substitute Motion No.
2002-0200.2		 Ms. Edmonds and Mr. Phillips
A MOTION requesting the conservation futures citizens committee to undertake additional
oversight responsibilities pertaining to King County's conservation futures program.
The enacted number is 11439.
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
Reappointment Consent Agenda
 
16.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0230 Mr. Phillips
A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Bryan Glynn, who resides in
council district four to the King County personnel board.
The enacted number is 11440.
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
Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral
 
17.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0222 Mr. Phillips
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the issuance of sewer revenue bonds of the county in the
aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $725,000,000 to provide funds for constructing
improvements to the sewer system of the county and for refunding certain outstanding
sewer revenue bonds of the county; providing for the form, terms, covenants and other
provisions of such bonds; providing for the sale of the bonds and for a plan of refunding;
establishing funds for the receipt and expenditure of bond proceeds and for the payment of
the bonds; and pledging sewer revenues to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds.
Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee

 
18.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0225 Mr. Phillips
AN ORDINANCE making disappropriation of $456,067 from the current expense salary
and wage contingency; making a supplemental appropriation to the current expense transfer
fund for salary and benefit increases for the collective bargaining agreement between King
County and the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 2595 (Paramedics,
Emergency Medical Services); and amending the 2002 Budget Ordinance, Ordinance
14265, Sections 36 and 40, as amended.
Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
 
19.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0237 Ms. Sullivan
AN ORDINANCE authorizing a subdivision on certain property located east of 162nd
Avenue SE, south of SE 137th Place and north of SE 142nd Place, at the request of Keith
and Ann Miya, department of development and environmental services file no. L00P0023.
Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner
 
20.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0239 Ms. Sullivan
AN ORDINANCE authorizing the vacation of a portion of 194th Avenue Northeast, (File
V-2418). Petitioners: Karen Isaacson and Stephen Cook.
Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner
 
21.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0242 Mr. Pelz
AN ORDINANCE authorizing execution of an agreement with the Central Puget Sound
Regional Transit Authority (Sound Transit) and the state of Washington, by and through its
Department of Transportation to provide the real property, real property interests, and
associated operating agreements to allow Sound Transit to construct and operate a LINK
light rail alignment on and adjacent to the E-3 Busway between the southern boundary of
the Downtown Transit Tunnel and South Forest Street.
Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee
 
22.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0243 Mr. Pelz
AN ORDINANCE relating to an agreement for joint light rail and bus operations in the
downtown Seattle transit tunnel with the Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority;
adopting an agreement between and among King County, the city of Seattle and the Central
Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority.
Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee
Introduction of Motions and Referrals
 
23.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0223 Mr. Phillips
A MOTION of the county council [accepting a bid/approving a purchase contract] for the
county's Sewer Revenue and Refunding Bonds, 2002 Series __, in the aggregate principal
amount of $_________, and establishing certain terms of such bonds and a plan of
refunding; all in accordance with Ordinance ______.
Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee

 
24.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0224 Mr. Phillips
A MOTION of the county council [accepting a bid/approving a purchase contract] for the
county's Sewer Revenue and Refunding Bonds, 2002 Series __, in the aggregate principal
amount of $_________, and establishing certain terms of such bonds and a plan of
refunding; all in accordance with Ordinance ______.
Introduced and Referred to Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
 
25.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0236 Mr. Phillips
A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of James Pappin, who resides in
council district four, to the King County public art commission.
Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee
 
26.
Proposed Motion No. 2002-0244 Mr. Irons
A MOTION authorizing an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of
Sammamish for lifeguard services for Pine Lake park swimming beach.
Introduced and Referred to Committee-of-the-Whole
Other Business
Mr. Constantine commented on the special meeting of the Labor, Operations and Technology
Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 29 at 9:30 a.m. and the subject performance
based government. He encouraged councilmembers to attend.

Mr. Constantine informed the Council regarding a memorial service for Joann Larson Ekroth, a long
time political activist who resided in the West Seattle community.
Extra Item
Introduction and Referral of Ordinance
 
27.
Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0251 Mr. Gossett
AN ORDINANCE approving the Adult Justice Operational Master Plan.
Introduced and Referred to Law, Justice and Human Services Committee
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 3:48 p.m.

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