Councilmembers present: Dwight Thompson, Mayor pro tempore; Carolyn Armanini, Roger Olstad

Staff present: Tema Nesoff, Human Services Coordinator; Susan Stine, City Clerk

Mayor pro tempore Dwight Thompson opened the public comment period at 7:10 p.m. for comments on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation distribution.

Hearing no comments, the public comment period on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation distribution was closed at 7:11 p.m.

Thompson announced a recess until 7:30 p.m. when the regular meeting will begin.

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Councilmembers present: Carolyn Armanini, Dwight Thompson, Mary Jane Goss, Nate Herzog, Roger Olstad, Ed Sterner

Councilmember excused: Alan Kiest

Staff present: David R. Hutchinson, Mayor; Doug Jacobson, City Administrator; Michael Ruark, City Attorney; Tema Nesoff, Human Services Coordinator; Susan Stine, City Clerk

Others present: Three visitors

Mayor David Hutchinson called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

Hutchinson reported on the interview process for architectural services and for city prosecutor. He noted that he will not be at the June 8 meeting. A memorandum regarding boards and commissions was distributed.

There was consensus among councilmembers that Cmbr. Kiest should serve as acting mayor pro tempore at the June 8, 2000 meeting in the absence of Mayor Hutchinson and Mayor pro tempore Thompson.

Hutchinson said that Jason Gregory, his nominee for Public Safety Commission, was not available for tonight’s meeting and will be rescheduled for an upcoming meeting. Hutchinson also requested that an executive session of approximately 15 minutes regarding the police chief position be added to the agenda.

Cmbr. Goss requested that the junk vehicles ordinance be added to the agenda as a new topic for discussion.

There being no objection, the agenda was adopted as amended.

Manny Diaz said another teen dance has been scheduled at the Elks Club for June 9 with free admission. He also noted that the Elks are interested in being more involved with the community. He invited councilmembers to a dinner in honor of retiring police chief John Rogers.

Cmbr. Armanini moved adoption of the consent calendar as follows:

1. April 20, 2000 Council Study Session Minutes
2. May 11, 2000 Council Regular Meeting Minutes
3. May 18, 2000 Council Study Session Minutes
4. May 25, 2000 Finance Committee Report covering Warrant Nos. 37425 through 37496 in the amount of $204,246.64 drawn from the Claims Clearing Fund and Warrant Nos. 19093 through 19158 in the amount of $104,673.97 drawn from the Payroll Clearing Fund.
5. Authorize Retention of Pass-through Status and Distribution of CDBG Allocation
6. Authorize Mayor to Sign/Deed of Right to Use Land for Public Recreation, Lyon Creek Property
7. Resolution 589/Authorizing Application for DNR ALEA Funds
8. Authorize Mayor to Sign/SeaShore Interlocal Agreement

Goss requested that the April 20 minutes be pulled from the consent calendar.

Goss moved to amend the April 20, 2000 council regular meeting minutes as follows:

Page 2, Line 17: "…higher than estimated. His question was how is the city intending to finance this property since he has not seen these details in the plans."

Goss moved to amend the April 20, 2000 council regular meeting minutes as follows:

Page 2, Line 21: "…to be re-evaluated. He stated his opinion that costs for converting the property to public use for ADA requirement, and development costs such as lighting and maintenance which he did not see addressed."

Goss moved to amend the April 20, 2000 council regular meeting minutes as follows:

Page 2, Line 34: "…a sensitive area. In addition, he expressed understanding of the Sammamish

Goss moved to amend the April 20, 2000 council regular meeting minutes as follows:

Page 2, Line 44: "…not being listened to. She expressed her concerns over the Parks and Recreation recommendation for this park which urged that available city resources be spent on existing parks. She stated her concerns that the city needed more active parks rather than passive parks."

FIRST READING CALENDAR

Hutchinson said discussion of Resolution 590 will be delayed until the arrival of Human Services Commission chair Nelson Lee.

City Administrator Jacobson discussed the changes made to the proposed resolution as requested by the council.

Cmbr. Armanini moved to advance Resolution 591/Providing for Transfer of Leave Between Employees to second reading on the June 8, 2000 regular meeting agenda.

Thompson moved to advance Ordinance 820/Relating to Beekeeping as a Permitted Activity to second reading on the June 8, 2000 regular meeting agenda.

Human Services Commission chair Nelson Lee said the proposed resolution was prepared by the Human Services Commission to raise awareness of domestic violence. He urged the council to adopt the resolution thereby publicly acknowledging the epidemic of domestic violence and committing resources for responding to the needs of victims.

In response to a question from Cmbr. Herzog, Human Services Coordinator Tema Nesoff said the Public Safety Commission will be sent copies of the resolution, and she noted that Commander Scott Drown had assisted with developing the draft.

In response to a question from Cmbr. Olstad, Lee said they were careful to use inclusive language. Jacobson said Washington Cities Insurance Authority has approved the language of the resolution.

Cmbr. Sterner moved to advance Resolution 590/Supporting Programs and Policies Enhancing Safety of Domestic Violence Victims to second reading on tonight’s agenda.

Armanini moved adoption of Resolution 590/Supporting Programs and Policies Enhancing Safety of Domestic Violence Victims.

Thompson noted that he and Cmbrs. Herzog and Olstad met as a council committee to hear a Public Benefit Rating System application for current use assessment by Jerry Heiam. The application was approved by the committee.

City Attorney Ruark discussed current issues and laws governing gambling activities and the city’s authority to prohibit or restrict such activities. In response to questions from councilmembers, Ruark discussed zoning issues, gambling activities and charitable and non-profit organizations.

In response to a question from Armanini, Ruark said the 60-day time period established by Ordinance 819 will begin following its effective date 30 days after passage.

In response to questions from councilmembers, Mr. Tony Delmastro of the Elks Club discussed issues related to the club’s application for a gambling license.

There was no objection to the mayor’s suggestion that the executive session to discuss the police chief selection process be taken out of order.

A five-minute recess was called for at 8:40 p.m. Those not participating in the executive session exited the council chambers at this time.

The meeting was resumed at 8:44 p.m.

The meeting was recessed to executive session at 8:45 p.m. for discussion of the police chief selection process for approximately 15 minutes.

At 9 p.m., the executive session was extended for approximately 30 minutes to continue the discussion of the police chief selection process.

The regular meeting was resumed at 9:25 p.m.

A five-minute recess was called for at 9:26 p.m.

The regular meeting was resumed at 9:32 p.m.

In response to a request from Goss, Ruark discussed local and state regulations related to junk or abandoned vehicles, licensing requirements and parking in the right-of-way.

In response to a question from Olstad, Jacobson said an ordinance will be prepared following further research into the issues discussed.

Thompson noted that the council must decide how to proceed based on the recommendations presented in the local government committee report.

Thompson identified issues related to a ballot measure for a parks and open space bond. Councilmembers discussed the annual cost per property owner, the interim city hall property, the time of a potential bond election, and the use of funds raised by the potential bond issue.

Olstad noted a citizen’s interest in contributing to an opportunity fund for purchase of open space properties.

Herzog discussed the schedule of upcoming elections and the possible level of voter support at various elections. Councilmembers discussed possible ballot measures and the role of councilmembers in the process.

Councilmembers discussed the interim city hall property and expressed interest in concentrating on more accessible locations. Herzog said the possibility of retaining access to the soccer field and other play areas at the interim city hall property should be considered if the property is sold.

Armanini expressed her interest in exploring opportunities for sharing the school district’s recreational facilities. She noted United States Senator Patty Murray’s interest in providing funding and the success of an Orting citizen to develop such a partnership.

In response to a question from Hutchinson, Thompson said the committee would not be interested in revising its report and noted that the intent was to provide structure for the council’s discussion of the issues.

Hutchinson noted that the farewell for retiring police chief John Rogers is scheduled for Wednesday, June 23, 5 p.m. at the Civic Club.

There being no objection, the meeting was adjourned at 11:05 p.m.

City Clerk

APPROVED:

David R. Hutchinson, Mayor

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