CITY OF NEWCASTLE COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 21, 2014 ACTION LIST 1. Appointment of Planning Commissioner MOTION: Councilmember Jensen moved to approve Orville McDonald as the new member of the Planning Commission. 2. Approval of Final Agenda MOTION: Councilmember Simpson moved to approve the final agenda. VOTE: 7 in favor, 0 against, 0 abstentions. Motion carried. 3. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 7, 2014 MOTION: Councilmember Simpson moved to approve the consent agenda. VOTE: 7 in favor, 0 against, 0 abstentions. Motion carried. 4. Project Acceptance of Gypsy Creek Outfall Extensions Project S-025 MOTION: Councilmember Simpson moved to approve the consent agenda. VOTE: 7 in favor, 0 against, 0 abstentions. Motion carried. 5. Vehicle Replacement Authorization MOTION: Councilmember Bisset moved to authorize staff to purchase a vehicle to replace Public Works vehicle N-005. VOTE: 5 in favor, 2 against, 0 abstentions. Motion carried. 6. Budget Amendment for Lake Boren Outfall Capital Project S-034 MOTION: Councilmember Bisset moved to approve the ordinance amending the 2014 budget as presented. 7. Resolution Adopting Newcastle Legislative Agenda MOTION: Councilmember Bisset moved to approve the resolution adopting Newcastle's 2014 legislative agenda.
CITY OF NEWCASTLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 21, 2014 12835 NEWCASTLE WAY, SUITE 200 NEWCASTLE, WA 98056 The following is not a verbatim transcript. An audio recording of the meeting is available. SPECIAL MEETING 6:00 P.M. STUDY SESSION At 6:00 p.m. Mayor Steven Buri called to order a study session on the partnership agreement with the King County Sheriff's Office. Mayor Buri, Deputy Mayor John Drescher and Councilmembers Carol Simpson, Lisa Jensen, John Dulcich, Gordon Bisset, Rich Crispo, Police Chief Melinda Irvine, City Clerk Sara McMillon and City Manager Rob Wyman were present for the study session. King County Program Manager Robin Rask and Budget Manager Jason King were present. King County staff members presented information on contract history, partnering benefits, what services and support are included, what unique options the City of Newcastle has chosen and contract cost. They answered Council questions and provided additional information. ADJOURNMENT No final action was taken. The executive session concluded at 6:55 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Steven Buri called the regular meeting of the Newcastle City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL City Clerk Sara McMillon conducted Council roll call. The following individuals were present: Council: Mayor Steven Buri, Deputy Mayor John Drescher, and Councilmembers Lisa Jensen, Carol Simpson, Gordon Bisset, Rich Crispo and John Dulcich Staff: City Manager Rob Wyman, City Attorney Dawn Reitan, Public Works Director Mark Rigos, Community Development Director Tim McHarg and Finance Director Christine Olson CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 21, 2014 Page 1 of 7
Other Officials: Community Activities Commission Vice Chair Linda Newing FLAG SALUTE Deputy Mayor Drescher led the flag salute. PRESENTATIONS Amy Eggler, Cluster Manager for the King County Library System (KCLS), presented information on the Newcastle Library and what has been accomplished during its first year. She provided statistical information, discussed community engagement and partnerships with other groups. The library has provided a relaxed community gathering place. She also reported that a parcel of property behind the library is under contract and will be sold for the development of a retail office and residential use. PUBLIC COMMENT No one from the public addressed the Council. COUNCIL COMMENT Councilmember Jensen said she would later discuss a Sound Cities Association (SCA) public issues committee meeting under the City Manager report. Councilmember Simpson stated that as Treasurer of the Friends of the Newcastle Library, she is encouraged by the KCLS effort to offer $6,000 in programming. Councilmember Crispo reported that longtime Newcastle resident and historian Milt Swanson has passed away. Mr. Swanson brought an identity and tradition to the City that will be missed. He led an admirable life, and loved this area. Mr. Crispo said he hopes the City can do something to keep his memory alive. Deputy Mayor Drescher said he recently had the opportunity to attend a Weed Warriors meeting at the library. The library is a great venue for events. He said he also was present for the grand opening of the newest nail salon in Newcastle, which featured a traditional Asian celebration. He has attended the Association of Washington Cities newly elected official training, an SCA and Puget Sound Regional Council meeting. REPORTS Mayor Burl announced his appointments to regional and Council committees. The appointments are as follows: Eastside Transportation Partnership Mayor Buri and Councilmember Dulcich. Lake Washington Cedar River Watershed Forum Councilmember Jensen CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 21, 2014 Page 2 of 7
Metropolitan Solid Waste Management Advisory Committee Councilmember Simpson Sound Cities Association Public Issues Committee Councilmember Jensen, Deputy Mayor Drescher alternate Council Finance Committee Deputy Mayor Drescher and Councilmembers Bisset and Dulcich Council Salary and Benefits Committee Councilmembers Bisset, Crispo and Simpson Council Economic and Community Development Committee Mayor Buri and Councilmembers Crispo and Simpson Mayor Buri then reported that following a selection process and the interviewing of three candidates, he has selected Orville McDonald to serve on the Newcastle Planning Commission in position 3. He requested Council approval of the appointment. MOTION: Councilmember Lisa Jensen moved approval of Orville McDonald as the new member of the Planning Commission. Deputy Mayor Drescher seconded. Eastside Transportation Partnership (ETP) Mayor Buri reported that the ETP discussed at a meeting last week inaction of the state on transportation issues. King County is proposing tax increases due to lack of state funding, and some of the revenue will benefit cities. Community Activities Commission (CAC) Vice Chair Linda Newing provided a report to the Council on the January 8, 2014 meeting. The Commission re-elected Diane Lewis as Chair, and elected her as Vice Chair. Mrs. Newing discussed plans for the Volunteer Appreciation Event Thursday, February 27. She reported on proposed improvements to the Little Rhodie Park within the amount budgeted. Mrs. Newing said the CAC is recommending that the Newcastle Days event date be moved to August, and that the duration be extended to two days. These changes may increase attendance and attract additional vendors. Subcommittees were formed to work on different event aspects. Councilmembers discussed the proposed changes briefly. By consensus, this item was placed on the agenda for the February 4, 2014, meeting. City Manager Wyman 1. Over 50 people have applied for the Community Activities Liaison position, with some very good candidates. A Stormwater Maintenance Position will also soon be filled. Following the hiring of these two staff members, the City will begin a search for the Senior Development Review Engineer. 2. The City has received some citizen complaints concerning the street name change to SE May Creek Park Drive. Signs with both the old and new street name have been ordered and will be put up by the end of the month. Staff is doing all that it can to ease the transition. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 21, 2014 Page 3 of 7
3. Staff has been working with the Renton School District on planning for the new middle school. Renton School District is the lead agency, which places the City in a unique position. Mr. Wyman discussed the recent Attorney General's ruling on the ability of municipalities to regulate recreational marijuana businesses legalized by Initiative 502. The Attorney General has ruled that the initiative did not preempt the regulatory powers of cities, but this opinion could be overturned in the future. No business owners have applied to operate this type of business in Newcastle, and the application period has ended. Councilmembers further discussed this issue. The Council then discussed the proposed King County Transportation Benefit District and sales tax increase for transportation needs. King County took action due to the state's inaction, Mr. Wyman said. The sales tax question will be put before voters in April. King County has requested the support of cities and for Mayors to sign a letter of support. The SCA is supporting the formation of the benefit district, Councilmember Jensen said. By consensus, the Council agreed to support the King County proposal and authorized Mayor Buri to sign the letter of support. Mr. Wyman reported that he and Mayor Buri will be attending the Association of Washington Cities City Action Days. He praised Development Services Technician Sarah Vanags for achieving permit technician certification. APPROVAL OF FINAL AGENDA MOTION: Councilmember Carol Simpson moved to approve the final agenda. Councilmember Jensen seconded. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: Councilmember Carol Simpson moved to approve the consent agenda. Councilmember Crispo seconded. Deputy Mayor Drescher moved Agenda Bill 14-005, "Vehicle Replacement Authorization" to general business for discussion. Mayor Buri said this agenda bill would be discussed as the first item under general business. As part of the Consent Agenda, the Council approved: 1. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting January 7, 2014 2. AB 14-004 Council Acceptance of Gypsy Creek Outfall Extensions Project S-025 GENERAL BUSINESS AB 14-005 Vehicle Replacement Authorization CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 21, 2014 Page 4 of 7
City Manager Wyman said this is a proposed replacement of a vehicle that has reached the end of its useful life. The purchase is authorized in the 2014 budget. The Council discussed the appropriateness of the expense and other possible options. MOTION: Councilmember Gordon Bisset moved to authorize staff to purchase a vehicle to replace Public Works vehicle "N-005". Councilmember Dulcich seconded. VOTE: 5 in favor, 2 against, 0 abstentions. Motion carried. Deputy Mayor Drescher and Councilmember Simpson dissented. AB 14-006 Budget Amendment for Lake Boren Outfall Capital Project S-034 Public Works Director Rigos explained that staff is requesting that this planned project be moved forward from 2017 to this year's budget. A developer has agreed to construct the project this year if the City will reimburse the cost. The proposal requires approval of an ordinance amending the budget. Mayor Buri opened a public comment period. No one from the public approached the Council, and the public comment period was closed. MOTION: Councilmember Gordon Bisset moved to approve the ordinance amending the 2014 budget as presented. Councilmember Jensen seconded. After further discussion, The Council approved Ordinance 2014-485: An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Newcastle, Washington, amending Ordinance 2013-480 to increase the expenditure appropriations in the Surface Water Management Fund by $65,000, providing for severability and establishing an effective date. AB 14-007 Grant Application Authorization for May Creek Bridge Project Public Works Director Rigos introduced this agenda bill. He requested Council approval of a Capital Budget Request submitted to the office of Washington State Representative Tana Senn. The request is for funding of a project to construct a suspension bridge over May Creek along the May Creek Trail, trail extensions, a trail spur and a new trailhead parking lot at an estimated cost of $1.4 million. The City of Renton and other area organizations are in support of the application. Mr. Rigos answered Council questions. The Council discussed the proposed project. RECESS Mayor Buri called a recess at 8:51 p.m., and the Council reconvened the meeting at 9:01 p.m. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 21, 2014 Page 5 of 7
GENERAL BUSINESS AB 14-007 Grant Application Authorization for May Creek Bridge Project Councilmembers continued a discussion of the suspension bridge project proposed. City Manager Wyman stated that no motion was necessary, and that by approving the proposed Newcastle Legislative Agenda, the Council would be expressing its support of this project. AB 14-008 Resolution Adopting Newcastle Legislative Agenda City Manager Wyman presented a resolution approving the Newcastle 2014 Legislative Agenda. The first two items are unique to Newcastle, and the remaining items are those adopted by the Association of Washington Cities. The first item is "Increase the Gas Tax to Support SR520 Bridge Construction." The Council discussed the wording of this item. Councilmember Dulcich made a motion to change the item to state the Council is opposed to tolling of 1-90 as the Council previously agreed, but after Council discussion he withdrew the motion. MOTION: Councilmember Gordon Bisset moved to approve the resolution adopting Newcastle's 2014 Legislative Agenda. Councilmember Jensen seconded. The Council approved Resolution 2014-574: An resolution of the City Council of the City of Newcastle, Washington, adopting the 2014 Legislative Agenda of the City. PUBLIC COMMENT No public comment was available. PLANNING CALENDAR REVIEW City Manager Wyman said King County Sheriff staff will discuss how the contracting model works with the City of Newcastle at a study session prior to the next regular meeting. He said the City's legislative agenda will be a topic of discussion at the regular meeting, and if Councilmembers have any ideas they should be sent to him. Councilmembers discussed the date of the first Council retreat of the year. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Buri commented that an item concerning a ban on smoking in public parks that was added to the Council Planning Calendar with the approval of two Councilmembers should soon be scheduled for Council review. Mr. Wyman said this would be added to the meeting agenda for Tuesday, February 4, 2014. The Council discussed scheduling considerations for the Council Retreat Monday, February 10, 2014, and possible agenda topics. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 21, 2014 Page 6 of 7
City Attorney Reitan said she would like to provide the City Council with some brief training sessions regarding topics like the Open Public Meetings Act and public records. 9:30 p.m. With no other business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned. APPROV ATTEST: IA Steven JUT. Mayor SarW cmillon, City Clerk, CMC CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 21, 2014 Page 7 of 7