King County Council meeting minutes

Room 1001

July 15, 2002

1:30 P.M.

Room 1001

July 15, 2002

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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



	Call to Order
		The meeting was called to order at 1:42 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, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson Excused: Ms. Hague

	Flag Salute and Pledge of Allegiance
		Mr. Gossett led the flag salute and Pledge of Allegiance.

	Approval of Minutes of July 8, 2002
1.

		Mr. von Reichbauer moved to approve the minutes of the July 8, 2002 meeting without reading. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.

	Reports on Special and Outside Committees
2.

		Ms. Patterson briefed the Council on the recent meeting of the PSRC Transportation Board. The key item on the Board's agenda was the designation of projects to receive T-21 funds. Some of the projects recommended were: urban center transit development, intermodal stations for the sounder commuter rail system from Seattle to Everett, safety access and environmental improvements to state route 304 in Bremerton and state route 706 in Pierce County. Ms. Patterson indicated the Board asked the PSRC Executive Committee to continue discussion of these projects and the recommendations will be taken up at the Board's July 25, 2002 meeting. The Chair reported on a presentation was made on the Overlake Park and Ride lot and negotiations with the city of Redmond at the Sound Transit Board. Mr. Pelz commented on the WRIA 9 Steering Committee meeting's discussion regarding the Endangered Species Act and issues in the Green/Duwamish watershed. He indicated reports were made by two committees regarding defining the salmon conservation plan and strategic planning to return salmon to the watershed. Mr. Irons briefed the Council on the recent meeting of the Eastside Transportation Committee. Some items of discussion were similar to those discussed at the PSRC Transportation Board, in particular, T-21 funding. The key focus was on RTID and how the Eastside Transportation Partnership could work as a resource to help define the importance of different projects within the cities. Mr. Phillips reported on the Tri-County Salmon Conservation Coalition Executive Committee. The coalition is comprised of King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties, formed to respond to the listing of Chinook salmon under the Endangered Species Act. The Committee discussed two options; at it's September meeting, it will determine whether it will continue to operate as a coalition. Mr. Pelz commented on the recent meeting of the Regional Transit Investment District. The members discussed timelines for election dates next year and revenue options and funds that can be raised for tolls and bonds. The next meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2002. Ms. Edmonds commented on the Active Sports & Youth Recreation Commission, which was established to look at the needs of youth in King County and how to meet those needs. The Commission submitted its findings and recommendations at the July 11, 2002 meeting of the Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee. Ms. Lambert briefed the Council on the meeting of the Snoqualmie Watershed Forum. The Forum discussed grants presented by the King Conservation District and also discussed how different communities are responding to flooding.
	Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinances



Consent Items - Item 3 and 4

3.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0253	Mr. Phillips

	AN ORDINANCE making a supplemental appropriation of $86,339 to the alcoholism and substance abuse fund from undesignated fund balance to implement the Local 519 Collective Bargaining Agreement for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2002; amending the 2002 Budget Ordinance, Ordinance 14265, Section 76, as amended.
	On 7/15/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14418.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.



4.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0274	Mr. Irons

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an agreement with the state Public Works Board regarding loan financing of the design of Soos Creek Pump Station D.
	On 7/15/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14419.
	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 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 2 - Mr. Pelz and Ms. Hague


Budget and Fiscal Management

5.
	Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2002-0210.2	Mr. Phillips


	AN ORDINANCE making a supplemental appropriation of $475,000 to the building capital improvement fund to cover the costs of exploring options to reduce the county's dependence on lease space by either constructing a new building or purchasing an existing building, and to cover the cost of a consultant to complete the final feasibility analysis of a central steam plant designed to serve the county's central government buildings and Harborview Medical Center; and amending the 2002 Budget Ordinance, Ordinance 14265, Section 119 and Attachment 2, as amended
	On 7/15/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14420. David Layton, council staff, answered questions of the Council.
	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, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 2 - Mr. Pelz and Ms. Hague



Committee of the Whole

6.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0300	Mr. Irons

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing the King County executive to execute an amendment to the Grand Ridge Joint Agreement among the city of Issaquah, King County, the Grand Ridge Limited Partnership and Glacier Ridge Limited Partnership and approving the associated revision of the corporate boundary of the city of Issaquah to include portions of the right-of-way of the Division 34 access road, as provided for in RCW 35A.21.210.
	On 7/15/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The Chair indicated that Proposed Ordinance 2002-0300 would be held until the July 22, 2002 council meeting for the purpose of appropriate public notice.
	Deferred

Labor, Operations and Technology

7.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0270	Mr. Constantine, Mr. Phillips and Mr. Pullen


	AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the collective bargaining agreement negotiated by and between King County and Washington State Nurses Association (Supervisors Unit) representing employees in the department of public health; and establishing the effective date of said agreement.
	On 7/15/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14421.
	A motion was made by Mr. Constantine that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes:
	Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pullen, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson No: 0 Excused: 2 - Mr. Pelz and Ms. Hague


8.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0295	Mr. Constantine

	AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting a memorandum of agreement negotiated by and between King County and Washington State Nurses Association representing employees in the department of adult and juvenile detention; and establishing the effective date of said agreement.
	On 7/15/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The enacted number is 14422. Karen Place, Labor Negotiator, Office of Human Resources Management, answered questions of the Council. Dave Gaba, Labor Relations Manager, Department of Executive Services, 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: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, 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: 2 - Ms. Edmonds and Ms. Hague

Motions for Council Action

Consent Items - Items 9-11



9.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0156	Mr. Phillips

	A MOTION related to education of county employees about the Public Employees' Retirement System Plan 3 retirement option; responding to a 2002 budget proviso.
	The enacted number is 11467.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

10.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0290	Mr. von Reichbauer

	A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Larry Verhei, who resides in council district seven, to the King County section 504/Americans with Disabilities Act advisory committee.
	The enacted number is 11468.
	This Matter was Passed on the Consent Agenda.

11.
	Proposed Substitute Motion No. 2001-0342.2	Ms. Patterson


	A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Justin Slack, who resides in council district nine, to the King County transit advisory committee.
	The enacted number is 11469.
	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


Reappointment Consent Agenda - Item 12

12.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0288	Mr. Irons

	A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Leo Finnegan, who resides in council district twelve, to the King County board for developmental disabilities.
	The enacted number is 11470.
	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

Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral

13.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0299	Ms. Patterson

	AN ORDINANCE approving a franchise for the city of Auburn to construct, operate and maintain a sewer system in council districts 9 and 13 and authorizing the executive to execute the franchise agreement.
	Introduced and Referred to Utilities Committee

14.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0308	Ms. Sullivan

	AN ORDINANCE relating to the administrative fee retained from the $10.00 recording surcharge authorized by 2002 Wash. Laws 294; and amending Ordinance 1660, Sections 1-2, as amended, and K.C.C. 2.12.120.
	Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology

15.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0313	Ms. Sullivan

	AN ORDINANCE authorizing a subdivision on certain property located on the west side of Military Road South, north of Highway 18(SR-18), at the request of Robert Greenway, Military Road Development LLC., department of development and environmental services file no. L01P0022.
	Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner
Introduction of Motions and Referrals

16.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0282	Ms. Sullivan

	A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Elaine Marklund, who resides in council district two, to the King County personnel board.
	Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology



17.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0297		Mr. Irons

	A MOTION authorizing the county executive to enter into an interlocal agreement with the city of Covington relating to administering mineral resource operations and related grading permits and code enforcement actions by King County's department of development and environmental services.
	Introduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee

18.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0314		Ms. Hague

	A MOTION related to the keeping of dogs and cats, clarifying the relationship between the provisions of K.C.C. Title 21A (Zoning Code) and K.C.C. Title 11 (Animal Control), and reinforcing the intent of the council in their adoption of K.C.C. 11.04.010.B to have the provisions of K.C.C. Title 21A prevail in any instance where there are conflicting provisions.
	Introduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee

19.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0315		Mr. Pelz

	A MOTION approving the King County fleet conversion plan on ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel.
	Introduced and Referred to Transportation Committee

20.
	Proposed Motion No. 2002-0317		Ms. Hague

	A MOTION authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Kirkland for transfer to the city of Juanita Beach Park.
	Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee
Other Business
Extra Items
Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinance

Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space

21.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0311		Ms. Edmonds

	AN ORDINANCE relating to surplus real property; authorizing the transfer of parks and recreation facilities that are located in potential annexation areas to the cities that will eventually annex the parks and recreation facilities; and amending Ordinance 12045, Section 5, as amended, and K.C.C. 4.56.070.
	On 7/15/2002, a public hearing was held and closed.
	The following people appeared to speak on 7/15/2002 :
		Will Knedlik, Box 99, Kirkland, WA 98083
	Ms. Lambert moved to defer Proposed Ordinance 2002-0311 until the July 22, 2002 council meeting. Seeing no objection, the Chair so ordered.
	Deferred


Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral

22.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0318	Mr. Constantine

	AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the collective bargaining agreement and memorandum of agreement negotiated by and between King County and King County Juvenile Detention Guild representing employees in the department of adult and juvenile detention; and establishing the effective date of said agreement.
	Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology

23.
	Proposed Ordinance No. 2002-0320	Ms. Hague and Mr. Irons

	AN ORDINANCE relating to requests for interpretation of the King County Code; and amending Ordinance 14033, Section 9, and K.C.C. 2.100.900
	Introduced and Referred to Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas Committee
Ms. Lambert informed the Council of her attendance with Mr. McKenna at the memorial service of Hal Woosley, a strong community leader in the Bellevue area.
The Chair recessed the meeting at 2:45 p.m. The Chair reconvened the meeting at 3:00 p.m.
The Chair recessed the meeting into Executive Session at 3:00 p.m. for the purpose of a briefing on the costs in State v. Ridgway.
Peyton Whitley, on behalf of the Seattle Times, objected to the Executive Session. The Chair noted the objection for the record.
The Executive Session concluded at 3:00 p.m.
Adjournment
	The meeting was adjourned at 4:02 p.m.

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