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SEATTLE CITY COUNCIL 600 Fourth Ave. 2nd Floor Seattle, WA 98104 Journal of the Proceedings of the Seattle City Council Monday, September 26, 2016 2:00 PM Council Chamber, City Hall 600 Fourth Avenue Seattle, WA 98104 Full Council Bruce Harrell, Council President Sally Bagshaw Tim Burgess M. Lorena González Lisa Herbold Rob Johnson Debora Juarez Mike O'Brien Kshama Sawant Chair Info: 206-684-8804; bruce.harrell@seattle.gov Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 A. CALL TO ORDER The City Council of The City of Seattle met in the Council Chamber in City Hall in Seattle, Washington, on September 26, 2016, pursuant to the provisions of the City Charter. The meeting was called to order at 2:01p.m., with Council President Harrell presiding. B. ROLL CALL Present: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant C. ADOPTION OF INTRODUCTION AND REFERRAL CALENDAR IRC 80 September 26, 2016 Motion was made, duly seconded and carried, to adopt the proposed Introduction & Referral Calendar (IRC) by the following vote: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None D. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Motion was made, duly seconded and carried, to adopt the proposed Agenda. E. APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL Min 93 September 12, 2016 Motion was made, duly seconded and carried, to adopt the proposed Minutes by the following vote, and the President signed the Minutes: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None Page 1 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 F. PRESENTATIONS The Council was at ease at 2:04 p.m. while Councilmembers Juarez and Johnson escorted Mayor Murray to the Council Chamber. The Council was called back to order at 2:08 p.m. Mayor Murray presented his 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. The Mayor's Budget Address concluded at 2:59 p.m., and the Council was at ease. The Council was called back to order at 3:09 p.m. Page 2 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 G. PUBLIC COMMENT Susan Russell addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Jess Spear addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Sasha Somer addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Emily McArthur addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Lauren Tozzi addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Kailyn Nicholson addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Imogene Williamson addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Josh Shay addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Laura Ingalls-Wilder addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Takele Gobena addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Bowe Samantha Odysiey addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Meagan Murphy addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Joseph Bryant addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Page 3 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 Mona Lee addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 10, Resolution 31711. Kelsey Mesher addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 17, Council Bill 118815. James Hong addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 10, Resolution 31711. Quynh Pham addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 10, Resolution 31711. Eve Keller addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 17, Council Bill 118815. Nicholas Woods addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 17, Council Bill 118815. Gordon Padelford addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 17, Council Bill 118815. Mark Chin addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 10, Resolution 31711. Queen Pearl addressed the Council regarding a non-Agenda item. Cathy Tuttle addressed the Council regarding Agenda item 17, Council Bill 118815. Merle Adler addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Dennis Saxman addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Gary Kaufmann raddressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Freeman addressed the Council regarding the Mayor's 2017 and 2018 Proposed Budgets. Page 4 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 H. PAYMENT OF BILLS CB 118816 AN ORDINANCE appropriating money to pay certain audited claims and ordering the payment thereof. Motion was made and duly seconded to pass Council Bill 118816. The Motion carried, the Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None I. COMMITTEE REPORTS CIVIL RIGHTS, UTILITIES, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND ARTS COMMITTEE: 1. Appt 00492 Appointment and Oath of Office of Mami Hara as Director, Seattle Public Utilities, for a term to August 31, 2020. The Committee recommends that Full Council confirm the Appointment (Appt). In Favor: 2 - Herbold, O'Brien Opposed: None The Appointment (Appt) was confirmed by the following vote: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None Council President Harrell invited Ms. Hara to provide brief remarks to the Council. FULL COUNCIL Page 5 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 2. CB 118807 AN ORDINANCE relating to City employment; authorizing the execution of a collective bargaining agreement between The City of Seattle and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local No. 77 Information Technology Professionals Unit; and ratifying and confirming certain prior acts. Motion was made and duly seconded to pass Council Bill 118807. The Motion carried, the Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 3. CB 118808 AN ORDINANCE relating to City employment; adjusting the pay zones for certain job titles in the City’s Information Technology Professional discretionary pay program; and ratifying and confirming certain prior acts. Motion was made and duly seconded to pass Council Bill 118808. The Motion carried, the Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 4. CB 118809 AN ORDINANCE relating to City employment; authorizing the execution of a collective bargaining agreement between The City of Seattle and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local No. 77, Construction Maintenance Equipment Operator Unit; and ratifying and confirming certain prior acts. Motion was made and duly seconded to pass Council Bill 118809. The Motion carried, the Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None Page 6 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 5. CB 118810 AN ORDINANCE relating to City employment; authorizing the execution of a collective bargaining agreement between The City of Seattle and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local No. 77, Material Controllers Unit; and ratifying and confirming certain prior acts. Motion was made and duly seconded to pass Council Bill 118810. The Motion carried, the Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 6. CB 118811 AN ORDINANCE relating to City employment; amending Section 4.04.030 of the Seattle Municipal Code; authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding between The City of Seattle and certain City unions; and ratifying and confirming certain prior acts. Motion was made and duly seconded to pass Council Bill 118811. The Motion carried, the Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None HUMAN SERVICES AND PUBLIC HEALTH COMMITTEE: Page 7 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 7. Res 31705 A RESOLUTION related to addressing the needs of people living in the I-5 East Duwamish Greenbelt and in the adjoining neighborhoods; accepting the Seattle Human Services Department’s East Duwamish Greenbelt Encampments Outreach Assessment; and approving the City’s operations plan to physically improve and maintain the Greenbelt and provide a healthier and safer environment for all. The Committee recommends that Full Council adopt the Resolution (Res) with a Divided Report. In Favor: 4 - Bagshaw, Harrell, Burgess, González Opposed: 2 - O'Brien, Sawant ACTION 1: Motion was made by Councilmember González, duly seconded and carried, to amend Resolution 31705, by substituting Section 3, as shown in the strike through and underlined language below: Section 3. The Mayor and the City Council recognize that the need for ongoing coordination with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and that long-term investments in the Greenbelt and surrounding areas should continue to be made. To this end, The City of Seattle will continue to work with the Washington State Department of Transportation WSDOT throughout 2016 to identify short- and long-term maintenance, activation, and infrastructure opportunities that promote public safety. Council requests that the Executive report to Council on progress toward a memorandum of understanding, or other agreement, among The City of Seattle, WSDOT, and any other relevant parties regarding the ongoing maintenance of the Greenbelt before the end of Phase IV of the I-5 East Duwamish Greenbelt Operational Plan (see Attachment B to this resolution). This agreement should provide clear expectations of the role of each of the parties to the agreement and consideration to not only the area within the Greenbelt but the surrounding neighborhoods. ACTION 2: Motion was made and duly seconded to adopt Resolution 31705 as amended. The Motion carried, the Resolution (Res) was adopted as Page 8 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 amended by the following vote, and the President signed the Resolution: In Favor: 6 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Johnson, Juarez Opposed: 3 - Herbold, O'Brien, Sawant PLANNING, LAND USE, AND ZONING COMMITTEE: Page 9 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 8. CB 118785 AN ORDINANCE relating to land use and zoning; amending Chapter 23.32 of the Seattle Municipal Code at page 112 of the Official Land Use Map to rezone property located at 2220 East Union Street from Neighborhood Commercial 2-40 (NC2-40) to Neighborhood Commercial 2-65 (NC2-65) and from Neighborhood Commercial 2-40 with a pedestrian designation (NC2P-40) to Neighborhood Commercial 2-65 with a pedestrian designation (NC2P-65); and accepting a Property Use and Development Agreement as a condition of rezone approval. (Petition by East Union 22, LLC, C.F. 314312, SDCI Project 3019001) The Committee recommends that Full Council pass the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 2 - Johnson, Herbold Opposed: None Councilmember Sawant disqualified herself from voting on Council Bill 118785, pursuant to the Washington State Appearance of Fairness Doctrine. ACTION 1: Motion was made by Councilmember Johnson and duly seconded, to amend Council Bill 118785, Exhibit B, by substituting the executed Property Use and Development Agreement for the non-executed Property Use and Development Agreement. The motion carried. In Favor: 8 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González, Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien Opposed: None Disqualified: 1 - Sawant ACTION 2: Motion was made and duly seconded to pass Council Bill 118785 as amended. The Motion carried, the Council Bill (CB) was passed as amended by the following vote, and the President signed the Page 10 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 Bill: In Favor: 8 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien Opposed: None Disqualified: 1 - Sawant 9. Res 31710 A RESOLUTION recognizing the extensive effort of the Rainier Beach neighborhood to update its vision and plan for the future of the neighborhood; to advance neighborhood priorities through the completion of the “Rainier Beach Neighborhood Plan Update,” a combined effort of the community and the City, that informs City policies, programs, and investments for those areas included in the Rainier Beach Neighborhood Plan Update. The Committee recommends that Full Council adopt as amended the Resolution (Res). In Favor: 4 - Johnson, O'Brien, Herbold, Harrell Opposed: None The Resolution (Res) was adopted by the following vote, and the President signed the Resolution: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 10. Res 31711 A RESOLUTION relating to the Equitable Development Implementation Plan and Equitable Development Financial Investment Strategy; voicing support for certain community-initiated projects contained in the Plan and identifying next steps for implementation of those projects. The Committee recommends that Full Council adopt the Resolution (Res). In Favor: 4 - Johnson, O'Brien, Herbold, Harrell Opposed: None The Resolution (Res) was adopted by the following vote, and the President signed the Resolution: Page 11 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None CIVIL RIGHTS, UTILITIES, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND ARTS COMMITTEE: 11. CB 118773 AN ORDINANCE relating to Seattle Public Utilities; authorizing the Director of Seattle Public Utilities to accept on behalf of The City of Seattle the transfer of approximately 155 acres of forest land in the North Fork Tolt River Watershed from Forterra and to acquire approximately 100 acres of forest land located adjacent to the Forterra property and the South Fork Tolt Municipal Watershed owned by the City. The Committee recommends that Full Council pass the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 1 - Herbold Opposed: None The Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None Page 12 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 12. CB 118774 AN ORDINANCE related to Seattle Public Utilities; authorizing the Director of Seattle Public Utilities to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Seattle to serve as an operating agreement between Seattle Public Utilities and the Port of Seattle Drainage Utility including code modifications to exclude all Port-owned properties from the requirement to pay City stormwater and drainage fees; terminating the 1997 stormwater credit from the City to the Port; accepting a settlement payment from the Port of Seattle; containing details related to ownership and maintenance of infrastructure, authorities and responsibilities, system interconnections, access, coordination and dispute resolution; amending Section 21.33.030 of the Seattle Municipal Code; and ratifying and confirming certain prior acts. The Committee recommends that Full Council pass the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 1 - Herbold Opposed: None The Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 13. CB 118775 AN ORDINANCE relating to Seattle Public Utilities; authorizing the Director of Seattle Public Utilities to accept a loan from the Washington State Public Works Board and to execute, deliver, and perform corresponding agreements; and ratifying and confirming certain prior acts. The Committee recommends that Full Council pass the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 1 - Herbold Opposed: None The Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: Page 13 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None GENDER EQUITY, SAFE COMMUNITIES, AND NEW AMERICANS COMMITTEE: 14. CB 118772 AN ORDINANCE relating to the Seattle Fire Code, adopting as the Seattle Fire Code the 2015 edition of the International Fire Code with some exceptions, amending and adding various provisions to that code; amending Section 22.600.020 of the Seattle Municipal Code; and repealing Sections 2 through 44 of Ordinance 124288. The Committee recommends that Full Council pass the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 3 - González , Burgess, Bagshaw Opposed: None ACTION 1: Motion was made by Councilmember González, duly seconded and carried, to amend Council Bill 118772, Sections 1 and 2.1, by filling in two blanks with Clerk File number 319993, and Section 2.2, by filling in one blank with Council Bill number 118772. ACTION 2: Motion was made and duly seconded to pass Council Bill 118772 as amended. The Motion carried, the Council Bill (CB) was passed as amended by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None SUSTAINABILITY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE: Page 14 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 15. CB 118796 AN ORDINANCE granting Swedish Health Services permission to construct, maintain, and operate a pedestrian skybridge over and across Minor Avenue, between Columbia Street and Cherry Street, for a ten-year term, renewable for two successive ten-year terms; specifying the conditions under which this permit is granted; and providing for the acceptance of the permit and conditions. The Committee recommends that Full Council pass the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 3 - O'Brien, Johnson, Sawant Opposed: None The Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 16. CB 118813 AN ORDINANCE relating to utility permits and regulations; amending Sections 15.32.050 and 15.32.160 of the Seattle Municipal Code. The Committee recommends that Full Council pass the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 3 - O'Brien, Johnson, Sawant Opposed: None The Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None Page 15 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 17. CB 118815 AN ORDINANCE relating to arterial and non-arterial speed limits; amending Sections 11.52.060 and 11.52.080 of the Seattle Municipal Code. The Committee recommends that Full Council pass as amended the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 4 - O'Brien, Johnson, Sawant, Burgess Opposed: None The Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 18. CF 314320 Petition of SCD 2U LLC for the vacation of the alley between University Street, Second Avenue, Seneca Street, and First Avenue in Block 6, Denny’s AA Second Addition. The Committee recommends that Full Council approve as conditioned the Petition. In Favor: 3 - O'Brien, Johnson, Sawant Opposed: None The Petition was granted as conditioned by the following vote, and the President signed the Conditions of the City Council: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None Page 16 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 19. Res 31696 A RESOLUTION expressing the need to accelerate the transition of the City’s transportation sector away from oil and increase the use of electricity for transportation by adopting a goal to cut oil use for transportation by half by 2035; endorsing the Mayor’s Drive Clean Seattle initiative; setting a goal that 30 percent of vehicles in the City will be electric by 2030; and establishing requirements for the Executive to report on initial actions to support these goals. The Committee recommends that Full Council adopt as amended the Resolution (Res). In Favor: 3 - O'Brien, Johnson, Sawant Opposed: None The Resolution (Res) was adopted by the following vote, and the President signed the Resolution: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 20. Res 31700 A RESOLUTION granting conceptual approval to Swedish Health Services to construct and maintain a pedestrian tunnel under and across Minor Avenue, south of Columbia Street and north of Cherry Street. The Committee recommends that Full Council adopt the Resolution (Res). In Favor: 3 - O'Brien, Johnson, Sawant Opposed: None The Resolution (Res) was adopted by the following vote, and the President signed the Resolution: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None Page 17 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 21. Res 31706 A RESOLUTION approving the Seattle Freight Master Plan. The Committee recommends that Full Council adopt as amended the Resolution (Res). In Favor: 3 - O'Brien, Johnson, Sawant Opposed: None The Resolution (Res) was adopted by the following vote, and the President signed the Resolution: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None PARKS, SEATTLE CENTER, LIBRARIES AND WATERFRONT COMMITTEE: 22. CB 118797 AN ORDINANCE relating to the Department of Parks and Recreation; authorizing the acceptance of a donation of real property in Seattle from the Madison Valley Park Foundation for open space, park, and recreation purposes. The Committee recommends that Full Council pass the Council Bill (CB). In Favor: 3 - Juarez, Bagshaw, Harrell Opposed: None The Council Bill (CB) was passed by the following vote, and the President signed the Bill: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None Page 18 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 23. Appt 00486 Appointment of Jay A. Reich as member, Seattle Public Library Board of Trustees, for a term to April 1, 2019. The Committee recommends that Full Council confirm the Appointment (Appt). In Favor: 3 - Juarez, Bagshaw, Harrell Opposed: None The Appointment (Appt) was confirmed by the following vote: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None 24. Appt 00511 Appointment of Ron A. Chew as member, Seattle Public Library Board of Trustees, for a term of confirmation to April 21, 2021. The Committee recommends that Full Council confirm the Appointment (Appt). In Favor: 3 - Juarez, Bagshaw, Harrell Opposed: None The Appointment (Appt) was confirmed by the following vote: In Favor: 9 - Bagshaw, Burgess, González , Harrell, Herbold, Johnson, Juarez, O'Brien, Sawant Opposed: None J. ADOPTION OF OTHER RESOLUTIONS There were none. K. OTHER BUSINESS Motion was made, duly seconded and carried, to excuse Councilmember Burgess from the December 5, 2016 Full Council meeting. Page 19 Full Council Meeting Minutes September 26, 2016 L. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 4:44 p.m. ___________________________________ Emilia M. Sanchez, Deputy City Clerk Signed by me in Open Session, upon approval of the Council, on October 3, 2016. __________________________________ Bruce Harrell, President of the City Council ___________________________________ Monica Martinez Simmons, City Clerk [Prepared by: J. Schwinn] Page 20