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Why it matters: Staff said the increase allows use of the contractor already on site to install an adjacent parking-structure element and avoids a separate rebid; the funds are intended to be drawn from marina parking-structure project savings.

Action and vote: Councilmember Harris moved the contingency increase and Deputy Mayor Steinmetz seconded; both motions (the contingency increase and the related budget amendment) passed 7-0.

Next steps: Staff will incorporate the change into the next available budget amendment ordinance and proceed with the contractor work.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting 03/13/2025","oneSentenceSummary","Council approved an increase of $130,000 to the construction contingency for the Redondo restroom replacement, and directed staff to bring the corresponding budget amendment; both votes were unanimous, 7-0.","taxTitle","Des Moines City, King County, Washington","taxId",51807,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6277569,"Council approves $1.19 million contingency increase for 20th Avenue South project after utility delays",1445,9485000,10930000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2649706-ad749c9480a6ac4ce01edfe26805a478&start=9485&end=10930","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2649706-ad749c9480a6ac4ce01edfe26805a478/thumbnail_9485000.jpg","/articles/6277569/Des-Moines-City/King-County/Washington/Council-approves-119-million-contingency-increase-for-20th-Avenue-South-project-after-utility-delays","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6277569-68566e5cddf4827c0c43062eceaaeecf/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187533&Signature=oHY9fzKgySRBIU-SOMmJnjz~tEqSnETnPbyqP9zaeWQnk5hRbSG-NQh5bC~AmEbhUkc7fO236dF9ljpxsi1bmBpj12WjZFn6IIENYfcdSvwESOtpHQkAdn5Euffr~JbQ1dHKGaEds-QcOo77VQGzcv8ia52fvuO57vHbxIRapqvDbuqgYzhmFFg-jhnA-~KqrthnAnW6Fq6Ar4cmoDgLImTG-~6MUUE5KIwsG0mCvYbIt4AJu31vN2tfrKcu6cKNi6jgKv9yuy5fMNBoIdGhSA-UmMeonpQPec-IEyQVZ-MXShwKYlsOpAG5zyzq9feFLmrYgaVdxWiR~rWzT3htDA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Des Moines City Council voted to increase the construction contingency for the 20th Avenue South improvement project by $1,185,080 to cover delays and additional costs caused primarily by utility relocation conflicts. Council also directed staff to bring a budget amendment to incorporate the change into the city’s capital plan and 2025 budget.

Project background: The 20th Avenue South improvement project (segment 2) reconstructs the roadway between South 214th Street and 203rd/Third Street, adding a two-way left-turn lane, bike lanes, curb, gutter and sidewalks. Staff and engineers told the council that despite early coordination with franchise utilities, Puget Sound Energy (PSE) relocations and attached communication lines repeatedly delayed construction and required suspensions of work.

Costs and causes: Staff presented a line-by-line explanation of contractor claims and costs the city has negotiated and verified, including loss of production, temporary asphalt to maintain access, standby costs during suspensions, inflation-related cost increases and rights-of-way/temporary construction-easement extensions. The staff summary estimated the total additional cost related to utility conflicts at about $1.2 million.

Council action and funding: Councilmember Mahoney moved to increase the project contingency by $1,185,080; Deputy Mayor Steinmetz seconded. The motion passed 6-1. Council later approved a budget amendment to add the amended project to the CIP and 2025 capital budget (passed on recorded vote 7-0). Staff said the city will use transportation/overlay funds initially and pursue reimbursement from PSE via a formal claim process; staff described ongoing negotiations and the possibility of settlement, arbitration or litigation.

Why members supported and opposed: Supporters described the action as necessary to finish a safety-critical project and to restore full roadway function for school drop-off routes and local access; opponents and some councilmembers expressed frustration about the delays and said they expected stronger franchise coordination. Councilmembers asked for a lessons-learned review and documentation to reduce the chance of repeating this exposure.

Next steps: Contractor mobilization was reported to resume on March 24, and staff expects substantial completion later in the year; staff will pursue reimbursement from PSE and return to council with outcomes.","The Des Moines City Council approved a significant contingency increase for the 20th Avenue South improvement project to cover delays and added costs tied to utility relocations; staff said the city will pursue reimbursement from Puget Sound Energy.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6277574,"Council approves Des Moines Memorial Flag Triangle contract despite split vote",975,7170000,8145000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2649706-ad749c9480a6ac4ce01edfe26805a478&start=7170&end=8145","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2649706-ad749c9480a6ac4ce01edfe26805a478/thumbnail_7170000.jpg","/articles/6277574/Des-Moines-City/King-County/Washington/Council-approves-Des-Moines-Memorial-Flag-Triangle-contract-despite-split-vote","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6277574-bb5393141b68fdee9bd829997cb858bd/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187533&Signature=DM9~DF51Lvnz-z8ZZpmRZQHMJYUotXHjh-31pqXVeozHCEBSKVP7R4d2XzRetd2Dkd~KHj-W9jqzbX~N9~lgryqKALB1UdfR7w8Xfv0tjHyAOJ02kifEWsXsweeTRBcFMmiEFVlxUuE~qewFzZdzwRAIGqj8s7X8K9Tbg891osM1T6PA6jOTAfUXPqVcK4CwKJLtri34A7XMcjsTGQsvq0lwqrr9LRQb3oKmSfPf53C6ZKYFfFsll-EGP0Oy3ngxy~J5FLcfBfFrMjwcb8TwQd~JfFlwoyo~5j30LlpFMD~dyQqLGV5sT3nXAZ8LOnJPdwyqh2pzk0etdsYl2f1Nfg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Des Moines City Council approved a construction contract for the Des Moines Memorial Flag Triangle project and authorized an associated budget amendment after a divided council vote.

Project overview: The Memorial Flag Triangle project renovates the memorial triangle at the north gateway to the city, replacing the aging flagpole, restoring the memorial plaque, installing interpretive signage and new landscaping, irrigation and lighting. The project is funded from a combination of Marina/Redondo redevelopment bond funds, prior-design expenditures and park-levy funding; staff said the total project budget is $453,000 (project construction plus earlier design and procurement costs).

Motion and votes: Councilmember Mahoney moved to award the contract to the low responsive bidder (bid $268,325) and to authorize a construction contingency. The motion was seconded by Deputy Mayor Steinmetz. The motion to award the contract and authorize the contingency passed on a divided vote; council members Ochsiger, Grace Matsui and Harris were recorded as voting against the contract award in council comments. (The meeting transcript records the outcome as a divided vote; exact tally shown in the minutes.)

Funding and outreach: Staff said public outreach in March 2024 produced more than 120 responses and guided design choices (for example, removing benches after safety feedback). Project funding includes $274,000 in secured bond funds (a mix of previously allocated bond and replacement for an earlier ARPA allocation) and a planned CIP amendment to move $163,000 from the park levy to cover the project total.

Points of debate: Opposing councilmembers expressed concern about the project’s design and how much on-site public use the triangle will accommodate. Councilmembers in favor emphasized the deteriorating condition of the flagpole and electrical systems and said the project restores a memorial and the city entrance.

Next steps: Council also directed staff to bring a budget amendment ordinance to insert the amended Memorial Flag Triangle project into the capital improvement plan and the 2025 budget.","Council awarded the construction contract for the Des Moines Memorial Flag Triangle and authorized budget changes to cover project cost; the decision drew dissent over design, parking and public access and passed on a divided vote.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6277579,"Council unanimously approves joining King County cities climate collaboration (K4C)",4172,1688000,5860000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2649706-ad749c9480a6ac4ce01edfe26805a478&start=1688&end=5860","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2649706-ad749c9480a6ac4ce01edfe26805a478/thumbnail_1688000.jpg","/articles/6277579/Des-Moines-City/King-County/Washington/Council-unanimously-approves-joining-King-County-cities-climate-collaboration-K4C","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6277579-a2b96e42291a880e34497e96727fbb80/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187533&Signature=NAb83Ay4YGGUd7TNDrr6C5Wb2h5aWBLYyTmlaqj2ApHk4MEVOjLUmfT7ztuAxm3bkxQkSqsRV8a067BqR~ql83FhPbVC384qHZl~vamVVOcGMmzeglxMtbMc1vBmmEXxeUoByaXkQGlTAJCATSgsRBWXNeQJRJsBuoJOfwWHrSyJeV9je8vJlvfv2mkdtBS71d5g87kZsFZ7pAMyMtgDmqZRMOX327MK9k~frS6odglWtrqiWzm5khIJnmVHN7VF6fuStHrvTOIvWoFxxQq7JZ9fX3cHfCgdAfOxERPFUVfuy5a-erVK8Y9eujPQURjcVwsq-fI4EdyiVeDajOnh2w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Des Moines City Council voted unanimously Thursday to authorize the city manager to sign an interlocal agreement to join the King County Cities Climate Collaboration (K4C).

K4C is a voluntary partnership of cities across King County that coordinates climate planning, grant coordination, technical assistance and regional campaigns. County staff who presented the item said joining provides small jurisdictions with access to shared toolkits, grant coordination and regional grant-application support; the council packet listed a typical annual dues range for Des Moines at roughly $1,200.

Why it matters: Members of K4C pool resources for climate planning, grant applications and shared projects such as electrification campaigns and regional heat-pump programs. City staff told council that membership can expand the city’s access to state and county funding opportunities and add technical capacity without hiring more local staff.

Motion and vote: Councilmember Mahoney moved to authorize the city manager to enter the ILA; Deputy Mayor Steinmetz seconded. The vote was 7-0 in favor.

What comes next: Staff will execute the interlocal agreement and will assign a staff contact to participate in monthly staff meetings and the elected-officials briefing series. The council packet included a recommended optional commitment to a “joint Climate Action Commitments” statement; council members discussed but did not add additional obligations tonight.

Ending: Councilmembers who asked about electrified boat infrastructure and EV charging were told K4C staff can assist with grant coordination and regional applications for public charging and other electrification programs.","Des Moines will join the King County Cities Climate Collaboration via an interlocal agreement; council approved staff signing the ILA and a small annual dues payment, 7-0.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6277584,"Des Moines council names city 'Sixgill Shark Capital,' agrees proclamation for July 6",4551,292000,4843000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2649706-ad749c9480a6ac4ce01edfe26805a478&start=292&end=4843","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2649706-ad749c9480a6ac4ce01edfe26805a478/thumbnail_292000.jpg","/articles/6277584/Des-Moines-City/King-County/Washington/Des-Moines-council-names-city-Sixgill-Shark-Capital-agrees-proclamation-for-July-6","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6277584-60ad32da6b514510cb754f68f3763789/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187533&Signature=m-sM3W2pGxPWhegFGD29B0U9XPuAqKgh4FSRToihg6gAa~4vh7MIghzsDjK-xRt4xxTcP12IuPU7ME3r4KaaXcu5dCEwsH79dHBpk8hEJ7rPUMTlJ9NdcXWUCmx-E2Y9wmqCpUOio22T5lx~ZLEP7goqa23H~8~qzOFIhQvc2V4hV~2gAxjJDsTx5XiwIYnF5fqxxJsK48~RUtTw46vkDJkA3CS0yNcJOUbZ4lAryTrgTmck0~cGL8q66Dcrx4tJeA~u8-EC7WfqPfoooSeDMzZ2P6IkrIOm~mDKrc~2b8bHt9N58lsurPMs8R6dkRoQdVy1wf7iH5EZUlZC5a3vuw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Des Moines City Council on Thursday voted to declare Des Moines, Washington, the “Sixgill Shark Capital of the World” and directed staff to prepare a proclamation for July 6.

Local divers and advocacy groups urged the city to adopt the designation during public comment and a slide presentation that described Redondo as a unique local site where sixgill sharks are regularly seen at recreational dive depths. Councilmember Mahoney introduced the main motion and Deputy Mayor Steinmetz seconded it; the vote on the primary declaration was recorded as passing 5-2.

Why it matters: Presenters said the designation would build tourism, education and conservation attention for a species that local divers and some scientific sources list as uncommon in nearshore waters. Councilmembers discussed possible minimal city costs for a proclamation and expressed interest in ensuring any future expenditures are supported by specific cost estimates.

What the council approved and next steps: The council approved a proclamation for July 6 and then, in a separate action, asked staff to investigate the cost and process for an honorary renaming of Sixth Avenue as “Sixgill Shark Avenue” (spelled S I X G I L L) and to look for grant opportunities to fund interpretive signage and education panels. That second motion — to have staff return with cost estimates and grant options — passed unanimously, 7-0.

Debate and caveats: Several councilmembers, including Grace Matsui and others, emphasized a two-step approach: approve the proclamation now but return with a detailed financial plan before committing city funds for signage, street-name hardware or marketing. Councilmembers also discussed whether the community organizations proposing the idea would lead event programming and whether any city financial exposure would be limited.

Public input: Speakers at the meeting included divers and representatives of local dive shops who described Redondo as an established dive site with an active local diving community and noted interest from regional visitors. Presenters also proposed interpretive signage, volunteer fundraising for merchandise (\"swag\") sales, and educational partnerships with Highline College and local marine institutions.

What was not decided: The council did not approve physical signage, purchase orders, or capital spending on a downtown marketing program tonight; the council specifically directed staff to return with cost estimates and grant-sourcing options before approving such expenditures.

Ending: Councilmembers invited the diving community and other stakeholders to work with city staff on a proposal returning to the council with precise costs and potential funding sources for interpretive signs, honorary street naming and related programming.","After public presentations by local divers, the Des Moines City Council voted to declare Des Moines the Sixgill Shark Capital of the World and authorized a July 6 proclamation; council also asked staff to study an honorary renaming of Sixth Avenue and to report back on signage and grant options.","actionData","errors"]

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