King County

1200 King County Courthouse
516 Third Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

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

Room 1001

October 6, 2003

1:30 P.M.

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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson

Flag Salute and Pledge of Allegiance

Approval of Minutes of September 29, 2003

1.

Reports on Special and Outside Committees

2.

Mr. Phillips reported on the Growth Management Planning Council. At the last meeting the Council
addressed some of the issues related to criteria for designating new urban centers, and a proposed
designation of downtown Auburn as an urban center. Mr. Phillips indicated the Council also
considered a proposal to amend some of the countywide planning policies.

Mr. McKenna briefed the Council on the I-405 Executive Committee. He indicated the Committee
put together recommendations to the Regional Transportation Investment District for improvements
on I-405. The Committee will meet again in November.

Ms. Patterson informed the Council of the successful turnout of the dedication and celebration of the
first South King County regional off-leash dog park.

Hearing and Second Reading of Ordinances

Budget and Fiscal Management

3.

Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2003-0387.2

Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE making an appropriation of $2,679,907 from various current expense
fund agencies; making an appropriation of $36,462,056 from various non-current expense
agencies for a total appropriation of $39,141,963 for correction of errors, and to meet the
appropriate level of appropriation authority; and amending the 2003 Budget Ordinance,
Ordinance 14517, Sections 17, 19, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 35, 36, 37, 39, 40, 69, 75, 82, 88, 90,
94, 95, 96 and 107, as amended.

On 10/6/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The enacted number is 14768.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 0

4.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0407

Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the class action settlement agreement and fee
settlement agreement negotiated between King County and the plaintiffs in Dupuis, et al. v
King County, and directing the executive to implement the terms of the agreement.

On 10/6/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The following people appeared to speak on 10/6/2003 :

Dustin Frederick, 150 Denny Way, Seattle, WA 98109

The enacted number is 14769.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 0

5.

Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2003-0408.2

Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE making a supplemental appropriation of $1,668,000 to the risk
abatement fund for the purpose of paying the claims of the class action plaintiffs' attorneys'
fees and other related costs as stipulated by the Dupuis settlement; amending the 2003
Budget Ordinance, Ordinance 14517, Sections 39, 60 and 82, as amended, and adding a
new section to Ordinance 14517.

On 10/6/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

Mr. Phillips moved Amendment A1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Votes: Yes: 13 - Ms. Sullivan, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert,
Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Hammond,
Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 0

The enacted number is 14770.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Passed as Amended. 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 0

6.

Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2003-0437.2

Mr. Phillips

AN ORDINANCE making an appropriation of $3,063,249 to public defense; making a
disappropriation of $1,431,434; and amending the 2003 Budget Ordinance, Ordinance
14517, Sections 42 and 36, as amended.

On 10/6/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

Monica Clarke, council staff, answered questions of the Council.

The enacted number is 14771.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 0

Committee of the Whole

7.

Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
2003-0441.2

Ms. Sullivan, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Pelz,
Ms. Edmonds, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Phillips
and Ms. Patterson

AN ORDINANCE approving and adopting the collective bargaining agreement and
memorandum of understanding negotiated by and between King County and Service
Employees International Union, Local 519, representing King County Civic Television
employees; and establishing the effective date of said agreement.

On 10/6/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The enacted number is 14772.

A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer 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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 0

Growth Management and Unincorporated Areas

8.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0383

Ms. Hague

AN ORDINANCE relating to comprehensive planning and zoning; adopting the King
County Comprehensive Plan 2003 amendments to the King County Comprehensive Plan
2000 and area zoning, in accordance with the Washington State Growth Management Act;
and amending Ordinance 263, Art. 2 Section 1, as amended, and K.C.C. 20.12.010.

On 9/29/2003, a public hearing was held and remained open.
On 10/6/2003, a public hearing was held and remained open.
On 10/13/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The following people appeared to speak on 10/6/2003 :

Martin Durkan Jr., 22401 Sweeney Rd SE, Maple Valley, WA 98038

Mr. Pelz requested a one week delay.

Maura Brueger, Council Relations, Executive Office, answered questions of the Council.
Rick Bautista, Council staff, answered questions of the Council.

The Chair indicated that Proposed Ordinance 2003-0383 is deferred until the October 13, 2003
Council meeting.

Deferred

Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space

9.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0418

Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Patterson and Mr. von
Reichbauer

AN ORDINANCE authorizing the executive to enter into an interlocal transfer agreement
for Grandview park between King County and the city of SeaTac.

On 10/6/2003, a public hearing was held and closed.

The enacted number is 14773.

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. Hammond, Mr. Gossett, Ms. Hague, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 0

Motions for Council Action

Consent Items - Item 10

10.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0247

Ms. Lambert

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Joan Sharp, who resides in council
district three, to the King County children and family commission.

The enacted number is 11815.

A motion was made by Mr. von Reichbauer 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. Pelz, Mr.
McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. Hammond and Ms. Hague

Budget and Fiscal Management

11.

Proposed Substitute Motion No.
2003-0379.2

Mr. Phillips

A MOTION approving the final report of the facilities management division related to its
proposed reorganization and responding to council concerns over janitorial team cleaning,
major franchise unit creation and process for providing the council with timely information
on major real estate and capital project decisions, as outlined in Motion 11732 and
Ordinance 14638.

The Chair indicated that Proposed Substitute Motion 2003-0379 is deferred until the October 13,
2003 Council meeting.

Deferred

12.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0425

Mr. Phillips and Ms. Hague

A MOTION acknowledging the work of the budget advisory task force and adopting
policies to guide development of the 2004 budget and county operations.

The Chair indicated that Proposed Motion 2003-0425 is deferred until the October 13, 2003 Council
meeting.

Deferred

Committee of the Whole

13.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0435

Ms. Sullivan and Mr. Phillips

A MOTION supporting the dedication of the solid waste division's rent owed to King
County to regional health and human services.

The Chair indicated that Proposed Motion 2003-0435 remains in Committee-of-the-Whole.

Deferred

Law, Justice and Human Services

14.

Proposed Substitute Motion No.
2003-0433.2

Mr. Gossett and Ms. Lambert

A MOTION approving the plan related to the implementation of an intake services unit as
required in the 2003 Budget Ordinance, Ordinance 14517.

The enacted number is 11816.

A motion was made by Mr. Gossett that this matter be Passed. The motion carried by the
following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 10 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr. McKenna, Mr.
Constantine, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 3 - Mr. von Reichbauer, Mr. Hammond and Ms. Hague

Reappointment Consent Agenda - Item 15

15.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0374

Ms. Hague

A MOTION confirming the executive's reappointment of Gabriel Cohen, who resides in
council district eleven, to the Seattle-King County advisory council on aging.

The enacted number is 11817.

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. Pelz, Mr.
McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. Hammond and Ms. Hague

Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral

16.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0446

Ms. Sullivan

AN ORDINANCE authorizing the vacation of a portion of 91st Avenue SW File V-2466.
Petitioners: Glenn and Sharon Palmberg.

Introduced and Referred to Hearing Examiner

Introduction of Motions and Referrals

17.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0442

Mr. Gossett

A MOTION authorizing the county executive to enter into an interlocal agreement with
Albertson's, to provide a police substation facility in the Renton area.

Introduced and Referred to Law, Justice and Human Services Committee

18.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0448

Mr. Constantine

A MOTION confirming the executive's appointment of Dean C. Logan as director, records,
elections and licensing services division in the King County department of executive
services.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

19.

Proposed Motion No. 2003-0452

Ms. Sullivan and Mr. Constantine

A MOTION giving authority to the chair of the council to enter into a contract that exceeds
twenty-five thousand dollars for oversight of the 2003 primary election.

Introduced and Referred to Labor, Operations and Technology Committee

Other Business

Land Use Appeal

The hearing was conducted and closed on the following items by the Hearing Examiner as
required by K.C.C. 20.24.130. No new material that was not part of the record before the
Hearing Examiner may be submitted in accordance with K.C.C. 20.24.220.

20.

Proposed Substitute Ordinance No.
1999-0574.4

Ms. Miller and Ms. Sullivan

AN ORDINANCE concurring with the decision of the hearing examiner to approve, subject
to conditions, the preliminary plat of Treemont, department of development and
environmental services file no. S128903.

Mr. Eugene Duvernoy, representing the Cascade Land Conservancy and the Cascade Conservation
Corporation, spoke.

Mr. Bob Seana, Respondent, spoke.

Stafford Smith, Hearing Examiner, answered questions of the Council.

A motion was made by Mr. Phillips that this matter be Remanded. The motion carried by the
following vote:

Votes:

Yes: 11 - Ms. Sullivan, Ms. Edmonds, Mr. von Reichbauer, Ms. Lambert, Mr. Phillips, Mr. Pelz, Mr.
McKenna, Mr. Constantine, Mr. Gossett, Mr. Irons and Ms. Patterson
No: 0
Excused: 2 - Mr. Hammond and Ms. Hague

Extra Items

Introduction of Ordinances for First Reading and Referral

21.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0453

Ms. Edmonds

AN ORDINANCE relating to zoning; amending provisions relating to new uses for parks;
amending Ordinance 10870, Section 207, as amended, and K.C.C. 21A.06.835 and
Ordinance 10870, Section 331, as amended, and K.C.C. 21A.08.040 and adding a new
section to K.C.C. chapter 21A.06.

Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee

22.

Proposed Ordinance No. 2003-0454

Ms. Edmonds

AN ORDINANCE relating to zoning; amending provisions relating to the King County
fairground facility in Enumclaw to address the review process for alterations to the facility;
amending Ordinance 10870, Section 129, and K.C.C. 21A.06.445, Ordinance 13129,
Section 13, as amended, and K.C.C. 21A.08.100, Ordinance 14429, Section 2, as amended,
and K.C.C. 21A.12.030 and adding a new section to K.C.C. chapter 21A.06.

Introduced and Referred to Natural Resources, Parks and Open Space Committee

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 2:56 p.m.