city of tacoma
Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/10/2019 5:00 PM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Council Chambers
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19-1404 11.GPFMin20191119Item FiledMinutes of the Government Performance and Finance Committee, November 19, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1257 12.LPCMin20190925Item FiledMinutes of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, September 25, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1258 13.LPCMin20191009Item FiledMinutes of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, October 9, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1418 14.Minutes of the Public Utility Board study session, 10-23-19Item FiledMinutes of the Public Utility Board study session, October 23, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1419 15.Minutes of the Public Utility Board meeting, 10-23-19Item FiledMinutes of the Public Utility Board meeting, October 23, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1420 16.Minutes of the Public Utility Board special meeting, 10-30-19Item FiledMinutes of the Public Utility Board special meeting, October 30, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1370 19.2019-09-18 Library Board of Trustees MinutesItem FiledMinutes of the Tacoma Public Library Board of Trustees, September 18, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1371 110.Library Board of Trustees Minutes 2019-10-16Item FiledMinutes of the Tacoma Public Library Board of Trustees, October 16, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1368 17.Library Board of Trustees Minutes 2019-11-06Item FiledMinutes of the Tacoma Public Library Board of Trustees, November 6, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1369 18.Library Board of Trustees Minutes 2019-11-09Item FiledMinutes of the Tacoma Public Library Board of Trustees, November 9, 2019.filed  Action details Not available
19-1416 111.Proclamation - Student Government DayProclamationProclaiming Tuesday, December 10, 2019 as Student Government Day.presented  Action details Video Video
19-1421 112.Recognition - Lincoln Abes Football TeamRecognitionRecognizing the Lincoln Abes Football Team.presented  Action details Video Video
RES40499 113.Purchase Resolution – Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLCResolutionA resolution awarding a contract to Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, in the amount of $249,123.45, plus applicable taxes, budgeted from the Radio Communications Equipment Fund, for the purchase of fiber optic network equipment for the City’s Public Safety Radio System - NASPO ValuePoint AR233. [Steve Taylor, IT Manager; Daniel Key, Director, Information Technology Department]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40500 114.Purchase Resolution – Carahsoft TechnologyResolutionA resolution authorizing an increase to the contract with Carahsoft Technology, in the amount of $126,538.00, plus applicable taxes, for a total of $323,112.84, budgeted from the Information Systems Fund, for purchase of a second year of the Socrata Open Data and Performance Data Cloud subscription and support - GSA Schedule No. GS-35F-0119Y. [Kathy Vaughan, Manager; Daniel Key, Director, Information Technology]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40501 115.Purchase Resolution – Coleman and AssociatesResolutionA resolution authorizing an increase to the contract with Colemon and Associates, in the amount of $189,350, plus applicable taxes, for a total of $302,650, budgeted from various departmental funds, for consultation and technical assistance services - Direct Negotiation. [Linda Stewart, Director, Neighborhood and Community Services]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40502 116.RES - Creating the Mayor's Youth Commission of TacomaResolutionA resolution creating the Mayor’s Youth Commission of Tacoma to advise on policies, codes, plans, and practices through a youth lens; providing a platform for youth engagement in policy making decisions and local government; appointing the founding leadership team; and directing the City Manager to provide staff support. [Bucoda Warren, Senior Management Fellow; Tadd Wille, Deputy City Manager, City Manager’s Office]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40503 117.RES - Historic Designation - Charles Hebard and Franke Tobey Jones HouseResolutionA resolution designating the Charles Hebard and Franke Tobey Jones House, located at 423 North “D” Street, as a City Landmark and placing said property on the Tacoma Register of Historic Places. [Reuben McKnight, Historic Preservation Officer; Peter Huffman, Director, Planning and Development Services]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40504 118.TFD CARES Co-Responder ProgramResolutionA resolution designating the Co-Responder Program, as a Special Project of Limited Duration, and designating general salary classifications and benefits for persons employed on said project, for a term of up to five years. [Laura Morris, TFD CARES Program Manager; Toryono Green, Fire Chief]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40505 119.RES - Amendments to the 2019-2020 Annual Action PlanResolutionA resolution approving amendments to 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development projects, to reprogram prior year funds for community projects. [Daniel Murillo, Housing Division Manager; Jeff Robinson, Director, Community and Economic Development]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40506 120.RES - 2020 sessions priority issuesResolutionA resolution adopting the priority issues for the 2020 sessions of the United States Congress and Washington State Legislature. [Anita Gallagher, Assistant to the City Manager; Elizabeth Pauli, City Manager]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40507 121.RES - Harmonization of Government Relations EffortsResolutionA resolution formalizing recent coordination improvements for the City’s government relations operations and outlining additional structural actions to enhance the harmony and effectiveness of government relations efforts between General Government and the Department of Public Utilities. [Anita Gallagher, Assistant to the City Manager; Elizabeth Pauli, City Manager]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
RES40508 122.RES - Amending the Rules of Procedure of the City Council to add a new Rule 8.B, Amendments to Motions, Resolutions, and Ordinances"ResolutionThis is the second reading of a resolution amending the Rules of Procedure of the Council of the City of Tacoma by adding a new rule, Rule 8.B, entitled “Amendments to Motions, Resolutions, and Ordinances,” to establish best practices related to amending Council legislation; by changing the name of “Citizens’ Forum” to “Community Forum”; and by changing references from “citizen” to “resident” or “community member.” [Bill Fosbre, City Attorney]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
RES40509 123.RES - Council support of initiatives that mitigate impacts of climate changeResolutionA resolution relating to the reality of climate change, and declaring that these threats, while long-term, require immediate actions to minimize harm to current and future generations and therefore constitutes a public emergency; and expressing the City Council’s support of initiatives that mitigate the impact. [Council Member Mello]adoptedPass Action details Video Video
ORD28639 124.Ordinance - Locals 17, 117G, 160G, 160S, BLCOrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 1.12 of the Municipal Code, relating to the Compensation Plan, to implement rates of pay and compensation for represented employees, and changes in classifications to reflect the organizational structure. [Kari Louie, Senior Compensation and Benefits Manager; Gary Buchanan, Director, Human Resources]passedPass Action details Video Video
ORD28640 125.ORD - Amending TMC 2.02 Building Code - EV Charging InfrastructureOrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 2.02 of the Municipal Code, relating to the Building Code, by adding a new Section 2.02.136 entitled “Amendment to IBC Chapter 4 - by deletion and replacement of the WA State amendment Section 427 - Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure,” to incorporate new provisions that merge Land Use and Building Codes related to electric vehicle charging infrastructure and readiness and coincides with the State of Washington’s adoption of changes to state building codes. [Kristi Lynett, Sustainability Officer; Michael P. Slevin III, P.E., Director, Environmental Services]passedPass Action details Video Video
ORD28641 126.RES - Amending Chapters 11.05 and 11.55 of the Municipal CodeOrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapters 11.05 and 11.55 of the Municipal Code, relating to the Model Traffic Ordinance and Heavy Haul Industrial Corridor, to revise City regulations applicable to street traffic. [Brennan Kidd, P.E., Principal Engineer; Kurtis D. Kingsolver, P.E., Director, Public Works]passedPass Action details Video Video
ORD28642 127.ORD - Waiver of power and water utility connection and inspection feesOrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 12.01 of the Municipal Code, relating to Utility Charges, to extend the waiver of power and water utility connection and inspection fees for cities in Tacoma Power and Tacoma Water service territories during the current declared state of emergency, relating to the conditions of homeless encampments located in the City; effective January 1, 2020 and until the declared state of emergency has ended. [Tom Morrill, Chief Deputy City Attorney; Bill Fosbre, City Attorney]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28643 128.Repeal and replace Ordinance 28614 to correct Water Regulations and Rates in TMC Chapter 12.10OrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 12.10 of the Municipal Code, relating to Water - Regulations and Rates, for wholesale rate adjustments, effective January 1, 2020; System Development Charge adjustments, effective January 1, 2020; and Fixed Fees adjustments, effective January 1, 2020, through December 31, 2024; and repealing Ordinance No. 28614 in its entirety. [Lyna Vo, Utilities Economist; Scott Dewhirst, Water Superintendent].set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28644 129.Neighborhood Council Program Changes to TMC 1.45OrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 1.45 of the Municipal Code, relating to Neighborhood Councils, to adopt proposed changes to the Neighborhood Council Program. [Bucoda Warren, Senior Management Fellow; Allyson Griffith, Program Manager, Neighborhood and Community Services]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28645 130.Ordinance Amendment to Rental Housing CodeOrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 1.95 of the Municipal Code, relating to the Rental Housing Code, to update language to reflect Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5600 and the State of Washington’s Residential Landlord-Tenant Act regarding notification requirements for pay-or-vacate notices. [Linda Stewart, Director, Neighborhood and Community Services]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28646 131.ORD - Amending TMC Title 18OrdinanceAn ordinance amending Title 18 of the Municipal Code, relating to Minimum Employment Standards, by repealing in its entirety Chapter 18.20, entitled “Minimum Wage”, and relying on Washington State minimum wage law and the Department of Labor and Industries enforcement. [Danielle Larson, Tax and License Manager; Andy Cherullo, Director, Finance]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28647 132.ORD - Ameding TMC Title 6OrdinanceAn ordinance amending Subtitle 6A of the Municipal Code, relating to the Tax Code, to change the due date for annual business and occupation tax returns, and to simplify how taxpayers apportion income reported under the service and other tax classification. [Danielle Larson, Tax and License Manager; Andy Cherullo, Director, Finance]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28648 133.ORD - Amending TMC 6A.110OrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 6A.110 of the Municipal Code, relating to Property Tax Exemptions for Multi-Family Housing, to update affordability and equity in contracting requirements, effective March 1, 2020. [Debbie Bingham, Project Manager; Jeff Robinson, Director, Community and Economic Development]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28649 134.ORD - Amending TMC Chapter 1.29 - Closed CaptioningOrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 1.29 of the Municipal Code, related to the Human Rights Commission, by adding a new Section 1.29.190, entitled “Provision of Universal Closed Captioning,” to require persons owning or managing a place of public accommodations to activate closed captioning on television receivers located within the City, effective March 1, 2020. [Lucas Smiraldo, Management Analyst II; Diane Powers, Director, Office of Equity and Human Rights]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28650 135.ORD - Franchise Agreement with Rainier Connect North, LLCOrdinanceAn ordinance granting a non-exclusive 20-year franchise agreement to Rainier Connect North LLC, a Washington limited liability company, to construct, operate, maintain, and provide cable television services in the City. [Jeff Lueders, Cable Communications and Franchise Services Manager; Tanisha Jumper, Director, Media and Communications Office]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video
ORD28651 136.ORD - Amending TMC Chapter 1.06 - AdministrationOrdinanceAn ordinance amending Chapter 1.06 of the Municipal Code, relating to Administration, to update the formal bid and governing body threshold, clarify language related to the authorization to pay recurring software license and maintenance fees, standardize contract amendment authority, and clarify parameters for governing body approval of Citywide contracts and other minor updates. [Patsy Best, Procurement and Payables Division Manager; Andy Cherullo, Director, Finance]set over for final reading  Action details Video Video